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Raymon C. "Ray" Blest

Raymon Blest Obituary

Raymon 'Ray' C. Blest, 80, of Palmetto, passed away Dec. 24th, 2004. Ray retired as Port Manager for Coastal Oil Co. Towing at the Port of Manatee. He was an Army veteran of WWII, a member of the Lions Club and an avid bowler and polo player in his younger years. He is survived by his loving wife Pearl of Palmetto; a son Steven of New Mexico and Bruce of Virginia. He was predeceased by his daughter, Beryl Bell. Contributions can be made in Ray's memory to the American Diabetes Association. Graveside military honors will be conducted by Kirby Stewart, American Legion Post #24 on Thursday, Dec. 30, at 4 p.m. for both Ray and his daughter Beryl at Mansion Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 1400 36th Avenue East, Ellenton.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Nov. 28, 2004.

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