William James Bramer Jr.

William James Bramer (Bill) after a brief illness and surrounded by those he loved and whom loved him met his Lord & Savior on Easter Sunday. Born to the late William & Mary Bramer on January 11, 1936 in Utica, NY he moved to Jacksonville in 1983.

He served in the Army in Korea, was a detective with the Utica Police Dept. and owned the "Donut Kitchen" a true family business in Mandarin from 89-95.

He was a faithful member of First Coast Baptist Church serving as a deacon and most currently as a Sunday School Teacher.

He leaves to cherish his memory the love of his life for 52 years, Carol. His passage will leave an absence in the hearts of many including his children, Debra Jerome, William (Leilani) Bramer and Patricia (Claudio) Digregorio along with 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters, Barbara (Elmer) Rook, Maryann (Chris) Ritzel & Therese Ching, along with many nieces and nephews.

He served the Lord and others in his life on earth and leaves us now to serve in heaven, he will be missed dearly.

Home Going Celebration will be Saturday April 21, 2012 at 11:00am at First Coast Baptist Church, 7587 Blanding Blvd., Jacksonville.

In Lieu of Flowers donations can be made in Bill's honor to FCBC Building Fund.

The family will like to extend a special thank you to all the wonderful staff at Baptist Hospital for the care and support you gave us during this difficult time.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.