Geraldine McKenzie
– April 26, 2018
Geraldine McKenzie, age 82, of Apollo Beach, formerly of Methuen, Massachusetts, died on Thursday, April 26, 2018. Beloved wife of Lionel McKenzie; loving mother of Lori
McKenzie (Nancy), Scott McKenzie (Laurie), Dana McKenzie and Karyl Wheeler (Rob); cherished grandmother of Cory, Ryan, Niklas, Ronja, Trey, Jack and Brady. Geraldine was a graduate of Searls High School in Methuen, Mass. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
In Geraldine’s memory, memorial contributions may be made to The Arthritis Foundation, 3816 W. Linebaugh Ave. #303, Tampa, FL 33618. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
A memorial service was held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 1 p.m. at Caribbean Isles, 405 Elsberry Road, Apollo Beach, FL 33572.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.nationalcremation.com/location/ruskin
<h2>Robert E. “Bob” Whitney</h2>
<a href="/assets/images/uploads/wp/2018/05/Robert-Whitney.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-21045" src="/assets/images/uploads/wp/2018/05/Robert-Whitney-120x120.jpg" alt="" width="120" height="120" /></a>United States Air Force Lt. Col. Robert E. “Bob” Whitney, 96, of Sun City Center, Fla. passed away April 26, 2018. Bob was affectionately known as “GGPA” to his grandchildren. A compassionate and devoted friend to many will be dearly missed. Living life to its fullest, he shared many cherished and humorous memories.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
He proudly wore his U.S. Army Air Corps/U.S. Air Force uniforms with honor and meritorious distinction from 1942-1966. Respected and highly skilled as a pilot and squadron leader, his awards included Letters of Commendation, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medals, Clusters and numerous additional service medals. He was selected as a member on the United Nations Repatriation Tribunal in 1953. Upon retirement, he furthered his career as GS-13, then to the FAA as Safety Flight Inspector and Administration. Retiring to Mesa, he taught, tested and trained future pilots at Williams AFB.
Socially active, skilled dancers, Bob and Ruby (first wife of 63 years) were also award-winning bowlers. Bob enjoyed golf and proudly displayed his “hole in one” plaque. Bob and Audrey (second wife of nine and one-half years) were socially active in the Towers community, known as “The Sweethearts” among friends and family. He retained membership in the Order of Daedalians through retirement. All who knew him witnessed a life well lived as he was blessed with the love of two amazing devoted women, loving family, and lifelong friends.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruby Whitney, by his second wife Audrey Hammond-Whitney, by his son, Robert Whitney Jr. and by his daughter, Donna Roux, his parents Raymond and Alma Whitney and a brother Norman. Survivors include daughters, Jerry (Dan) Crabtree, Patricia (Roger) Cole, two grandsons, Sean (Angie) McCall and Jamie (Staci) Whitney, six granddaughters, Shannon Whitney, Tammy Madison, Kimberly (Brett) New, Amy Honaker, Allison (Sam) Couch and Summer (Adam) Thielebeule. Audrey’s family, Chandra Wielatz, Steve (Ann) Hammond, grandchildren, Gina (Jonfrank) Murray, Quincy Hammond and Luke (Callie) Hammond 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandsons.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
Memorial service was at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, Fla. Interment beside Ruby with military honors will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Order of Daedalians Scholarship Fund in the name of Lt. Col. Robert E. Whitney. Arrangements by Sun City Center Funeral Home, 813-634-9900.
McKenzie (Nancy), Scott McKenzie (Laurie), Dana McKenzie and Karyl Wheeler (Rob); cherished grandmother of Cory, Ryan, Niklas, Ronja, Trey, Jack and Brady. Geraldine was a graduate of Searls High School in Methuen, Mass. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
In Geraldine’s memory, memorial contributions may be made to The Arthritis Foundation, 3816 W. Linebaugh Ave. #303, Tampa, FL 33618. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
A memorial service was held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 1 p.m. at Caribbean Isles, 405 Elsberry Road, Apollo Beach, FL 33572.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.nationalcremation.com/location/ruskin
<h2>Robert E. “Bob” Whitney</h2>
<a href="/assets/images/uploads/wp/2018/05/Robert-Whitney.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-21045" src="/assets/images/uploads/wp/2018/05/Robert-Whitney-120x120.jpg" alt="" width="120" height="120" /></a>United States Air Force Lt. Col. Robert E. “Bob” Whitney, 96, of Sun City Center, Fla. passed away April 26, 2018. Bob was affectionately known as “GGPA” to his grandchildren. A compassionate and devoted friend to many will be dearly missed. Living life to its fullest, he shared many cherished and humorous memories.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
He proudly wore his U.S. Army Air Corps/U.S. Air Force uniforms with honor and meritorious distinction from 1942-1966. Respected and highly skilled as a pilot and squadron leader, his awards included Letters of Commendation, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medals, Clusters and numerous additional service medals. He was selected as a member on the United Nations Repatriation Tribunal in 1953. Upon retirement, he furthered his career as GS-13, then to the FAA as Safety Flight Inspector and Administration. Retiring to Mesa, he taught, tested and trained future pilots at Williams AFB.
Socially active, skilled dancers, Bob and Ruby (first wife of 63 years) were also award-winning bowlers. Bob enjoyed golf and proudly displayed his “hole in one” plaque. Bob and Audrey (second wife of nine and one-half years) were socially active in the Towers community, known as “The Sweethearts” among friends and family. He retained membership in the Order of Daedalians through retirement. All who knew him witnessed a life well lived as he was blessed with the love of two amazing devoted women, loving family, and lifelong friends.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruby Whitney, by his second wife Audrey Hammond-Whitney, by his son, Robert Whitney Jr. and by his daughter, Donna Roux, his parents Raymond and Alma Whitney and a brother Norman. Survivors include daughters, Jerry (Dan) Crabtree, Patricia (Roger) Cole, two grandsons, Sean (Angie) McCall and Jamie (Staci) Whitney, six granddaughters, Shannon Whitney, Tammy Madison, Kimberly (Brett) New, Amy Honaker, Allison (Sam) Couch and Summer (Adam) Thielebeule. Audrey’s family, Chandra Wielatz, Steve (Ann) Hammond, grandchildren, Gina (Jonfrank) Murray, Quincy Hammond and Luke (Callie) Hammond 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandsons.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
Memorial service was at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, Fla. Interment beside Ruby with military honors will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Order of Daedalians Scholarship Fund in the name of Lt. Col. Robert E. Whitney. Arrangements by Sun City Center Funeral Home, 813-634-9900.