Benjamin "Jake" Jakeman

JAKEMAN, Benjamin "Jake," 86, of Tampa, formerly of Philadelphia, Pa., passed away March 25, 2008. He was a loving husband and father. He proudly served his country not only as a 30-year retiree of the U.S. Air Force, but also as a civialian radar technician for Honeywell, from which he retired after a very impressive 25 years of service. He was very dedicated to his family and to the United States. His patriotism lives on with his family. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Velma; two sons, Robert and his wife, Jean, of Tampa, and Kenneth and his wife, Karen, of Montgomery, Ala. He also leaves several grandchildren. A gathering to celebrate his life will take place 5-8 p.m. Friday, March 28, at Brewer and Sons Funeral Home, South Tampa Chapel. He will also have a funeral service, followed by his interment in Montgomery, Ala., with well deserved full military honors. Brewer & Sons Funeral Home (813) 835-4991