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Dr. William D. "Bill" FUTCH

Dr.  William D. "Bill" FUTCH obituary, St. Petersburg, FL

William FUTCH Obituary

FUTCH, Dr. William D.

"Bill", 97, a St. Petersburg native, died Feb. 25, 2015. Bill was born in 1917 to a St. Petersburg pioneer family. He graduated from St. Petersburg High School, St. Petersburg Junior College, Tulane University, and Tulane University School of Medicine. Bill served as an anesthesiologist in World War II landing in Normandy. He married Frances Chandler in 1949 and studied at the Mayo Clinic before returning to private practice for over forty years. He was a member of Tulane University Alumni, Mayo Clinic Alumni, American Medical Association, Suncoasters and St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years; Bill is survived by his son, Charles (MaryAnne); their children, Sloan (Ken) Lewis, Jessica (Darren) Monzingo, Christopher (Elaine) and Kyle Futch; great-grandchildren, Kenny and Jack Lewis, Coral Monzingo; his daughter, Susan Futch; her children, Sarah, Chandler, Virginia and Jackson Gladwin; cousin, William Gladwin Jr.; and Godson, Lee (Terry) Coryell. Service at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Saturday, March 14, at 11 am. Donations to St. Thomas Episcopal Church or Suncoast Hospice. National Cremation

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Mar. 10, 2015.

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Food For The Poor, Inc. Planned Giving Dept.

March 30, 2015

On behalf of Food For The Poor, we would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Dr. William D. Futch, who was a true friend of ours and of the poor whom we serve. Dr. Bill's support has brought lifesaving help and hope to the poorest of the poor, which is a legacy to be honored. May God's peace be with you all during this time of separation.

Jay Fausch

March 12, 2015

My condolences to Dr. Futch's family. He was a wonderful man who played a very meaningful role in the medical care of my family for many years. He will be greatly missed.

Teri and Lee Coryell

March 12, 2015

Dear Chuck, Mary Anne, and Susie,
We will certainly miss our Uncle Bill. Bill was a loving godfather to Lee since before Lee was even born. Not a more honorable, respectful, loving, kind gentleman than Dr. William D. Futch. With love, Teri and Lee

March 10, 2015

We were honored to have met Bill and his fine family at Westminster while visiting with our German Shepherd, Ruby. She especially enoyed the visit as Bill always had a treat ready for her in his bureau. Our condolences on your loss.

Cappy karaphillis Lelekis

March 10, 2015

So very sorry to learn of Dr. Futch's passing. He and my father ,Dr. John Karaphillis, were very good friends going back to Tulane days! Even after my Father's passing 10 years ago, he still kept in touch with my mother, Irene. I had the privilege of talking to him and always enjoyed our conversation! What a fine man he was! May his memory be eternal!

Becky Wilson

March 10, 2015

Love from Becky and Jon Wilson. We will miss you!

Joan Ochsner Martin

March 10, 2015

You were a special friend to Our Family,and will always be in our thoughts. The Ochsner Family

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