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William Bega Obituary
William "Joe" Bega, Jr., age 67, Inverness, FL passed away September 21, 2023 at Advent Health Center in Orlando.
Joe was born in Bloomington, IN on October 2, 1955 to the late William and Ruth (Sappenfield) Bega, Sr. and came to Florida in 1973 from Linton, IN. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy and was the owner and operator of Apopka Marine in Inverness for 42 years. He grew Apopka Marine to be a nationally recognized Yamaha marine dealership.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 48 years, Linda (Derewenko) Bega; his daughter, Janet Bega of Inverness; his sister, Carol Mullins of Bloomington, IN; 1 grandchild, Camryn and Linda's parents George and Carol Derewenko of Inverness.
To say Joe loved the outdoors is an understatement. He enjoyed a lifetime of hiking, hunting, traveling, diving and fishing with his family and friends. Any hobby he took on, he did with great passion. Exotic family trips that spanned the world are a tradition that will be greatly missed. The last decade drew him to pursue a passion and hobby that not everyone understood, but they did get an education on it! He became dedicated to land conservation and reforestation based on rebuilding the longleaf pine ecosystem. He was committed to this project and he leaves behind big shoes for his family to fill in carrying on his legacy.
Joe was strong willed and stubborn at times, but he also had an enormous heart and wonderful sense of humor. He had a contagious zest for life and adventure. He was generous, loyal and brave. He was clever and full to the brim with knowledge gained through all of his life experiences. He will be remembered for all the heart he shared with his family and friends. He will be missed dearly.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Monday, October 2, 2023, Joe's birthday, at The Swampwater Farm at The Cove from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. The address is 1242 South Cove Camp Road, Inverness, FL. Family and friends are cordially invited to attend and recall their memories of Joe and his family. The Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers please make a monetary or nonmonetary donation in memoriam to Citrus United Basket at https://citrusunited basketonline.org/donations.html.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mary Ellen Burns. USPS
September 21, 2024
Remembering Joe and thinking of you all today. XO HUGS AND PRAYERS FOR COMFORT.
julie
September 14, 2024
It has been a year since I last saw Joe. At that time, I was pregnant with my baby. Joe and Linda went to the restaurant to eat together. He greeted me and we talked and laughed. Joe looked very healthy. They were a very kind couple. But today I saw Linda in the store and greeted her husband. She told me that Joe had passed away. I was very sorry to hear the news. In my impression, Joe was very healthy. Every time I saw him in the restaurant, he was always full of smiles. I will always remember Joe's smile. I hope Joe is not sick in heaven.
Jeffrey R Cox
October 14, 2023
What a straight up guy and such an honest business man. You will be dearly missed. My condolences to the entire family and his employees.
Larry Goodwin
September 29, 2023
Linda this is hard to believe that Joe is with the lord. He will be missed. It is fun looking back on all of the nights all of us went out country line dancing around the area, but life must go on. Goodspeed Joe.
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Mary Ellen Burns USPS
September 28, 2023
You are all in my heart and prayers.
Sharon Shoaf (Angsten Accounting). Roger and Steve
September 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time
Sharon (Angsten ) Shoaf, Roger Angsten and Steve Yager
Alice Naczi and Sonia Williamson (Sherwood)
September 28, 2023
We know we've lost touch over the years, but we're so sorry to hear about Joe. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Alice Naczi and Sonia Williamson (Sherwood)
September 28, 2023
We know we haven't been in touch for a while but we're very sorry to hear about Joe. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Jim and Marilee Straza
September 28, 2023
Linda, Marilee and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron Thompson
September 27, 2023
Linda, I never knew your husband but knowing you over the last 30 years tells me he was a good man and will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Ellie Sutton
September 27, 2023
So sorry Linda. I know he will be greatly missed.
Staci Hedge
September 27, 2023
He will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Jennifer Stoltz
September 27, 2023
Linda I am so very sorry for your families loss.
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