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Robert Wortman Obituary

Robert Howard Wortman, born in Tipp City, Ohio on November 4, 1930, passed December 17, 2012 at Manatee Memorial Hospital of natural causes. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, "Dottie" Wortman & stepson, Maury Garbry. He is survived by sons Gary Wortman, Bradenton, David Wortman, Bradenton, Michael Wortman, Maryville, TN, Joe Wortman, Sarasota, stepson Raymond Garbry, Oceanside, CA, stepdaughter, Diana Moore, Johnson City, TN, brother Tom Wortman, Tipp City, OH, and 12 grandchildren. Bob served in the Navy, was a founding member of Manatee youth football league & a love of square dancing and baseball. Worked as offset pressman most his life. Donations should be made to Tidewell of Manatee County in lieu of flowers. Private service will be held with family only.

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Published by Bradenton Herald from Dec. 19 to Dec. 21, 2012.

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December 21, 2012

Sita and Gary,

I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chris Sims

Rick Kropp

December 21, 2012

Sorry for your loss, your dad had such a positive influence on so many lives because of his involvement with the Manatee County Football League. I had so much fun playing for him on the Rams as a kid. He touched my life, and I am grateful.

Mary Floyd

December 21, 2012

So sorry for your loss, I know you will have many memories of him that will help during this difficult time.

Walt Gebhardt

December 20, 2012

Gary and the rest of the family... Prayers for your loss...Be grateful for the time you did have... Laus deo...

Ralph Hottman

December 19, 2012

David, Very sorry to hear your Father passed away....God bless.

Bruce Kessler

December 19, 2012

Prayers to your family. We will miss your dad very much. Your dad was always so pleasent to work with and it was always a pleasure to give him his ride. I have a heavy heart and feel your loss. Prayers to your Family Bruce MCAT

Rick lewis

December 19, 2012

Boy's I'm sorry to hear about your dad, I sure do have lots of memory's of him. My thoughts are with you.

December 19, 2012

Gary & Sita,
My prayers go out to you and your family, he will be greatly missed.
Terri Kastor

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