Jack B. Cecil

Jack was born in Martins Ferry, OH on February 28, 1922. He came to Brevard County in 1958 and worked as a transport coordinator before retiring from NASA. He also served our country in World War II, Army Air Corps, and 880th Engineering Squadron as a member of the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Rothermund Cecil; son, Jack B. Cecil Jr. and daughter–in–law, Teresa Cecil of West Palm Beach,FL; daughter, Carol Lagace and son-in-law, Gerard Lagace of Asheville, NC; Granddaughter, Brooke Higgins and her fiancé, Matthew Rogers of Melbourne, FL; grandsons, Jack Anthony Cecil and Jonathan Cecil of West Palm Beach, FL; and great-grandson, Dylan Rogers.

The family wishes to recognize the loving care of his caregivers, Charlene Tapio and Deborah McDonald.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Florida Memorial Funeral Home, Rockledge, FL.

Donations can be made in memory of Jack B. Cecil Sr. The Alzheimer Association, Hospice of Health First of Brevard County, FL or the charity of your choice.

Arrangements entrusted to Florida Memorial Funeral Home, Rockledge, FL.