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Capt. Roy F. Little Sr.

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Capt. Roy F. Little, Sr. (Retired), 73, of Franklin, NC, passed away November 6, 2007. Born in Georgia, he was a longtime resident of Bradenton prior to moving to Franklin six years ago. He retired as a Captain with the Manatee County Sheriff Dept. after 42 years of service. He was a member Southside Baptist Church and served in the Army Airborne during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Mary; mother, Lucile Little of Bradenton; sons, Rocky Ambrose of St. Petersburg, Fla., Roy F. Little, Jr. of Bradenton; daughters, Elizabeth Little of Bradenton, Cheryl Wentz of Travelers Rest, SC, Christie Stephenson of Waynesville, NC, Jackie Wolfe of Sarasota, Alison Thompson of Bradenton; sister, Ruth Lamb of Moultrie, Ga.; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, November 9, 5-5:30p.m. with service following at 5:30p.m. at Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, 720 Manatee Avenue West with Rev. David Sturkey officiating. Memorial contributions may go to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 21475, St. Petersburg, FL 33742.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Nov. 8, 2007.

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Bill and Judy Wooten

December 6, 2007

To Mary and Family,
As you know we just learned heard about Roys passing. He was such a special person and will remain in our hearts forever. We go back a long time, you and Roy stood up for us when we got married. We have so many cherished memories of our times together and those memories will remain with us forever. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids and we will see you soon. Roy will be greatly missed.

Chuck and Kaye Wood

November 16, 2007

We were so sorry to hear about Roy's passing. We all went back so many years.. through good times and bad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ed & Debbie Norris

November 12, 2007

Mary, and family,
I just received word of Roy's passing and words cannot begin to express my thoughts. Debbie and I recall the evenings you and Roy stopped by Moore's Stone Crab Resturant. It was Roy who inspired me to pursue a career in law enforcement. I will never forget the memories. Roy was truly a friend and mentor. God Bless and may God's peace be abundant during this time.

Ralph and Midge Hottman

November 10, 2007

Mary and family
Midge and I just heard today of Roy's death. Can't begin to tell you how shocked we are to have heard this.He and you will always hold a special place in our hearts.
So many memories and "pictures" are flooding my mind at this moment.
Roy was truly a prince among men, and I will never forget him, or the memories. Our love and prayers.

Pat and Linda Proudler (Ret. BPD/MSO)

November 10, 2007

Mary and Family:

We are proud to have known Captain Little along the road of life. He will truly be missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Chris Sardegna

November 9, 2007

To the "Little" family, I cannot find the words to express my sadness for your loss. Roy has touched so many different people in so many ways....whether professional or personal. I am proud to have known such a character and happy to be family of your family! Bless you Mary Little for all you do ! We are all here for you.

Ramon Alvarez & Sherri Reaume-Alvarez

November 8, 2007

Our sincere sympathy to the Little Family. Captain Little was a dear man and will be greatly missed by all.

Amy Hancock

November 8, 2007

Dear Little Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Roy. What a great man he was. I am honored to have served with him at the Manatee County Sheriff's Ofc. Another one of the old guard is gone..........may he join with all our fallen officers in heaven and rest in peace forever. Job well done faithful servant.......
Love and sympathy,
Amy Hancock

Shaunna Little (Haywood and Mary's granddaughter)

November 8, 2007

Little Family~
I am so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Terry and Sue Longpre

November 8, 2007

Again, we have lost a retired Deputy Sheriff, patriot and most of all a friend. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of such a good man.

Roy, you have served your time protecting the citizens of this county, now you can rest in peace. You will be remembered for the rest of our lives.

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