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Thursday, September 1, 2016 TREASURE COAST NEWSPAPERS TC Jean Rymer MacWilliam VERO BEACH, FL Obits Indian River Jean Rymer MacWilliam, affectionately known as Mimi, 89, passed away August 29, 2016 at her home in Vero Beach. A Vero Beach native, Jean was born July 5, 1927 to the late Dewey and Verna Mae (Brunner) Rymer. In 1946 she married the love of her life Alexander Duncan MacWilliam, Jr, also a Vero Beach native. Mrs. MacWilliam was a former member of Johns Island Club, Vero Beach Country Club, Quail Valley River Club, Indian River Garden Club as well as the Wolf Laurel Country Club in Mars Hill, NC, where she summered for 30 years.

She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed playing tennis. She kept a beautiful home garden and loved flower arranging. Her warm and caring heart was always welcoming to her family and I many friends. She loved entertaining and was a consummate southern cook. She leaves her memories to be cherished her daughters, Sandra (George) Streetman and Cynthia (Jerome) Beasock both of Vero Beach; son, Alex "Buzz" (Stephanie) MacWilliam, Ill of Vero Beach; grandchildren, Shannon Padgett, Kevin (Bobbie) Streetman, Joseph (Bonnie) Beasock, Justin Beasock, Alexander MacWilliam, IV, and Chandler MacWilliam; great-grandchildren, Megan and Mallory Padgett brother, Robert Rymer and sister-inlaw, Ester Rymer.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Alex MacWilliam, Jr. in 2012 and her brother, Bill Rymer. A special Thank You to her wonderful caregivers, Margot Kornicks, Abby, Annette, Laverne and to the Angels of VNA Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated 12 noon, Friday, September 2, 2016 at St. Helen Catholic Church.

At the request of the family, burial will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to VNA Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, Florida 32960. Arrangements are under the care of Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory, Vero Beach. Online condolences may be sent at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com. Capt.

Robin Grant Thorne FORT PIERCE, FL Captain Robin Grant Thorne, 75, of Fort Pierce, FL passed away on Monday, August 29, 2016 at Lawnwood Medical Center in Fort Pierce. Robin was born in New York, NY to the late Walter Lee and Maxine Bekker Thorne. He was of the Methodist faith. Robin started his career as a professional mate in 1958, fishing out of Hillsboro Inlet in Pompano Beach for many different fishing Legends like himself. He was also a Captain of many different vessels and he fished many places in the Atlantic Ocean as well as Bimini and Bahamian waters.

He was known Capt. "Robbie He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Pam Thorne; daughter, Debbie Thorne Pollock (David); son, Robin Petrie Thorne (Dora); 2 step-sons, Scott and Gregory Blackwood; 2 grandchildren, Andy Thorne and Kristi Pollock; 4 great grandchildren, Savanna and Anabella Pollock, Hagan Green and Jemma Pollock. Robin was predeceased by his twin brother, Pete Thorne, a sister, Jane Constance Thorne and a grandson, Joshua D. Pollock. A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 1PM at Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home in Vero Beach, FL.

His cousin, Guy Emerich will be officiating. The family suggests that donations be made to Treasure Coast Hospice. Online condolences may be shared at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com. Death Notices Indian River Lydia Batey Age 97, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away on 1 August 27, 2016. www.seawindsfh.com Marleen A Leach Age 64, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away on August 29, 2016.

www.seawindsfh.com Claud Mathis Age 71, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away on August 31, 2016. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 10:00 AM at the Antioch Primitive Baptist Church in Vero www.strunkfuneralhome.com Elizabeth "Betty" L. Skinner Age 90, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away on August 26, 2016. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2016 at Strunk Funeral Home, Vero Beach. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12:00 p.m., Saturday, September 3, 2016 at St.

Helen Catholic Church, Vero Beach. Interment will follow in Crestlawn Cemetry, Vero www.strunkfuneralhome. com Obits St. Lucie Bruce Hunter Kiscaden FORT PIERCE, FL Bruce Kiscaden died after a brief illness on Monday, August 29, 2016. Bruce was born on December 7, 1952 in Camden, South Carolina, the son of Donald Charles Kiscaden and Marilyn Crafter Kiscaden.

Bruce was a Graduate of The Florida Institute of Technology, a certified Chief Engineer unlimited Horse power oceans, as well as a master electrician. He was for many years employed in the Maritime industry as a Chief engineer. Later he worked with his brothers in the mining industry in the Eastern and Western coalfields as well as Columbia and Venezuela. He enjoyed tinkering with all things mechanical, was an avid fisherman, and always ready make anything work. He is survived by brother, Todd and wife Paula of Atlanta, Georgia; brother, Scott and wife Rita of Abingdon, Virginia; sister, Jayne of Staunton, Virginia; nieces Laura, Margret and Rachel; and nephew, Nathan.

Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home and Cremation Services. OBITUARIES to place an obituary please call 772-692-8954 or email to Obits St. Lucie Christopher King PORT ST LUCIE, FL Christopher Lee King, 31, died Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016.

He was a native of Rock Hill, S.C. Preceding him in death were his brother, Clyde Graham King; grandparents, Lloyd and Frances Lancaster, and Freddie King. Survivors include his mother, Ann King; father and step-mother, Clyde and Beverly King; grandmother, Gertrude King; and step brothers and sister, Eric, Alex and Erica. The family will receive friends Friday, Sept. 2, from p.m.

at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, at Peninsula Funeral Home with interment to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. See more at: legacy.com/obituaries/dailypress/obituary.aspx?n=chris- Bruce Campbell Nash ST LUCIE, FL Bruce Campbell Nash, age 97, formerly of Owosso, Michigan and Jensen died on August 30, 2016 at Treasure Coast Hospice House in Stuart, FL. Bruce was born April 11,1919 in Coldwater, MI, the fourth child of Claude and Cherie (Campbell) Nash.

He was raised primarily in East Lansing, MI, where his father was the County Extension Agent. He graduated from East Lansing High School in 1937. Bruce graduated from Michigan State College, now Michigan State University. He and Jean (Hamil) Nash were married in 1941 and first lived in East Lansing where son Bruce Il was born the following year. Armed with a degree in chemical engineering, Bruce participated in the war effort by working as a chemist for Westinghouse Corp in Pittsburgh, PA.

Daughter Jackie was born there. In 1946 Bruce changed his career path to accounting, taking a job for Ernst Ernst in Detroit, MI. Bruce and his young family moved to Windsor, Canada, because there was a housing shortage after WWII. Soon a third child, Karen, arrived. Every day Bruce took the bus from Windsor to Detroit, studying for the CPA exam on the trip.

The young family was dubbed "nickel Canadians" because it cost a nickel every day to cross the border into the USA. In 1950 Bruce completed his CPA and interviewed with a young company, Universal Electric, UE) of Owosso, MI. George Hoddy hired Bruce as the company's accountant and for the next 31 years Bruce worked to help make this company grow. Over the years Bruce was promoted to comptroller, treasurer, and vice president. Eventually Bruce became the CEO and President of UE.

By this time UE was producing fractional horsepower motors throughout the country and overseas. Unbeknown to most, because UE motors were sold to the other end product manufacturers, seven of ten Americans homes had at least one UE motor in their household. All the while Bruce remained modest regarding his talents and achievements. He always credited his fellow work associates with their combined efforts to make the company successful. He valued everyone and could always find something positive about those he knew.

Bruce also had an athletic side.Among his accomplishment were 4 holes in one during his lifetime of playing golf and a high bowling score of 279. He enjoyed, swimming, tennis, volleyball, kayaking and cross country skiing. Well into his mid-nineties, Bruce swam and played billiards, even with his great grandchildren. Besides his career, Bruce was active in his community, participating in the Boy Scouts of America, United Way, United Methodist Church, and Memorial Hospital Board of Directors. Almost always he was asked to take care of the financial needs of the organizations.

Bruce initiated the formation of a city wide Parent Teacher Organization when he served as President of his children's elementary PTO. In 1981 Bruce retired from UE, but he remained active on several boards: serving as Chairman of Memorial Hospital Board, Chairman of Key State Bank Board now Chemical Bank), and Chairman of the Board at UE. In later years, he and Jean spent many winters in Florida at the beach. Bruce and Jean were married over 68 years. Their lives were a perfect compliment to each other, a shining example of what an ideal marriage should be.

The spouses of their children were treated immediately as family. Bruce and Jean were especially proud that they helped educate their 3 children and 8 grandchildren, all of which became college graduates. The two exchange students that lived in the family were eagerly welcomed into the fold. Bruce considered them as 2 more children. Upon several occasions they each returned to the USA to visit, and particualry for the family reunion and celebration of Bruce and Jean's 60th wedding anniversary in 2001.

Bruce was pre- deceased by his parents, siblings and his beloved wife Jean in 2009. Surviving are his children and their spouses: one son, Bruce II Barb) of California; daughter Jacquelyn Walter) Bartnick of Michigan; and daughter Karen Michael) Sommer of Florida; 8 grandchildren and their spouses Bruce Grace Nash III, Brenda Paul) Rivera, Brad (Erin) Nash, Brandon (Sacha) Nash, Jennifer Randy) Bartnick, Brett Lesley) Bartnick, Jason Sommer, Jeffrey Julie) Sommer, 10 great-grandchildren: Angelina and Aliana Nash, Parker Rivera, Carlee, Cameron and Casey Coltrin, Cole Bartnick, Michael J. Sommer, Jack and Scarlett Sommer; niece Michaelyn Tom) Nicholls, and nephew Robert (Tiny) Nash; exchange students Karl (Helga) Bieback of Germany, and Miryam Spagnuolo of Uruguay. Memorial and Burial Service for Bruce Nash will be held at a later time in the family cemetery in Salem Township, MI by Schrader-Howell Funeral Home of Plymouth, MI.More information can be obtained by contacting www. Death Notices St Lucie William B.

Stewart Bain Age 91, of Jensen Beach, FL, passed away on August 29, 2016. www.aycockjensenbeach.com Jesse Bargman Sr. Age 72, of Vero FL, passed away on August 27, 2016. stonebrothersfuneralhome.com Arthur Benjamin Brumitt Age 67, of Port St. Lucie, FL, passed away on August 28, 2016.

www.treasurecoastseawinds.com Death Notices St Lucie Renee Kelly Davis Age 48, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away on August 28, 2016. www.haisleyfuneralhome.com Odessa A. George Age 91, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away on August 23, 2016. stonebrothersfuneralhome.com Michael Antonio Jones Age 35, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away on sarahsmemorial.com Jason Loeb Age 33, of Port Saint Lucie, FL, passed away on August 30, 2016. www.yatesfuneralhome.com Jose Otero Age 44, of Port ST Lucie, FL, passed away on August 24, 2016.

All County Funeral Home, www.allcounty.com Lana Denice Rust Age 48, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away on August 24, 2016. www.yatesfuneralhome.com Obits Martin Edwin Arnowitt PALM CITY, FL Edwin Arnowitt of Palm City passed away Monday at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife, two loving children and 5 grandchildren. Ed spent the first half of his life as a practicing attorney and CPA in New York City before coming to Martin County 34 years ago. He has become well known for his long time and passionate support of the IRSC Foundation, most recently serving as Chairman of the Finance Committee of Indian River State College (altogether 17 years) which oversees fundraising, investments and distribution of scholarship aid to dozens of worthy students in need of a hand up and an opportunity along the path to their degrees and careers.

Ed prided himself on being able to make a difference-and that he did. A memorial service will held be at Forest Hills Funeral Home in Palm City (2001 SW Murphy Road) on Friday at Reception to follow. Gifts in lieu of flowers to the Humane Society of Martin County would make him smile. Death Notice Martin Miriam Hettinger Age 76, of Stuart, FL, passed away on 08312016. www.foresthillspalmcityflorida.com In Memoriam Memorial Service Honoring Paul E.

Thomas will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Vista Royale Clubhouse, Vero Beach, I FL NOTICE: While the newspaper does confirm basic information about the deceased with funeral homes or other means for Death Notices and Obituaries, the veracity of other information contained in Death Notices, Obituaries and In Memories is the responsibility of those placing the ads. The road not taken By Robert Frost Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim Because it was grassy and wanted wear, Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same, And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way I doubted if I should ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference..