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William Edmonson Obituary
Of Manatee County since 1986, formerly from Buffalo, NY died June 6th, 2017. He was born January 24th, 1934 in Flora, IN. After high school, he enlisted in the US Air Force and upon discharge, attended and graduated from Ball State University. He began his 40 years career with the Boys & Girls Club in Muncie, IN then went on to Providence, RI, Portland, ME, and Buffalo, NY, before coming to Manatee County and serving as Executive Director until his retirement in 1996. He then worked for what is now BMO Harris Bank for over 15 years. Bill loved playing golf and was a skilled wood worker. He is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Steven ''Tony'' Edmonson of ME; daughter, Cathy Carroll of TX; step-sons, Scott Nickerson of TX and Jon Bermingham of FL; grandchildren, Patrick Edmonson and Nicole Carroll; step-grandchildren Corey and Alicia Nickeson and Corey and Shannon Bermingham. He will be missed by all the friends he made in his life's journey and most of all by his family. A Celebration of Life will be 11AM Monday, June 12th, 2017 at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County, P.O. Box 280, Bradenton, FL 34206. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.
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Me & Dad
Cathy Carroll
June 8, 2018
Dad,
Its hard to realize you have been gone a year. Not a day goes by that I dont think of you. I love you & miss you every day.
Bob and Donna Eastman
June 12, 2017
We were sorry to read about Bill's passing. He was a good friend while we worked together at the bank. We will remember him with the utmost love and respect. We will keep you , Mary , and the rest of the family in our prayers.
Wendy Crawford
June 10, 2017
Bill was a nice man. Knew him from the bank. He was always a pleasure to talk with. He did a really good job.
Dick & Kathy Brassard
June 10, 2017
So sorry to learn of Bills passing. He was a super nice guy who we enjoyed seeing walking all the time! May he rest in peace and may God give his family the strength to deal with their sorrow. Rest in peace Bill. We will miss you!
June 10, 2017
My heart goes out to the family during this most difficult time, for your deep loss. May you find comfort in prayer and gain strength knowing that God "hears your prayers - Jeremiah 29:12, 13 and that he feels your deepest pain - Zechariah 2:8
Deepest sympathy
Judy Woodbury-Mullen
June 9, 2017
Bill and his first wife, Joyce, were friends of mine. He was a good man, kind and caring. He will be missed.
John Lawrence
June 9, 2017
A good man. I knew him through the Boys club. He did some very good things during his time at the helm there.
June 9, 2017
Mary we are thinking about you and we love you. Tony and Jill
Linda Davis
June 8, 2017
This lovely man will be missed in the community. My condolences to the family.
Dad with his woodworking
June 8, 2017
Dolores Sauer
June 8, 2017
Bill was an active participant in life. He touched many in youth programs with friendship and assistance in guiding others toward an independent life. Bill will be missed by so many. His wife, Mary, will need those who cared for Bill to give her strength and hope. Dolores "Dee" Sauer
Whit
June 8, 2017
Please accept my sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy to the family. May the God of comfort wrap you in his arms during this difficult time
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