Bertram A. Ashworth, Jr. , 73, of Oakland Park, passed away peacefully in his cherished home in Oakland Park with his family by his side on September 24, 2020 at 4:01 pm. Bert was born in Boston, Massachusetts, to Bertram A. Ashworth, Sr. and Janet Lee Ashworth. Bert and his family spent most of his early years in Wallingford, Connecticut. He was the eldest child of three and is survived by his two younger siblings Carol (Bruce) Bryand of Meriden, Connecticut and David (Pam) Ashworth of Plantation. Bert began working as a teenager with his father on the Railroad in Connecticut, before proudly serving in the United States Air Force in Vietnam. After his honorable years of service, Bert relocated to sunny South Florida. within a year, Bert met and married his forever supportive wife Rosemarie "Rosie", and for over 49 wonderful years raised their family in Oakland Park. Their three children include Derek, of Falls Church, VA; Celena (William) of Davie, and John (Marsha) of Sunrise. After Bert's retirement, he loved to share time with his children and his four grandchildren (Michael, Tyler, Madison, and Anara) who adored their "Papa" who firm but gentle, would light up the room. Bert enjoyed sharing his fishing knowledge and stories, watching his games, the New York Yankees, Florida Marlins, and Miami Dolphins on TV. He was also an avid camper and bass fisherman who took many trips in his classic Ford truck. He enjoyed camping and fishing in the Everglades with his friends. Bert and his family continued to reside in Oakland Park for over 50+ years. He was a long time business owner of Yates Building Supply, Inc. in Oakland Park for many years. Bert is also survived by his Uncle William "Bill" Brackett, who he lovingly called his Dad #2, several cousins, nieces and nephews who adored their Uncle Bert. Bert was a respectable, patriotic veteran who loved his country and has continued to display his United States flag on his home to this day. In his later years, and as illness presented itself, Bert's outings became limited, however, included him receiving his care and many trips to the Palm Beach Veteran's Hospital. He was well connected to his doctors, nurses, and social workers who knew him and his family by name and he was outwardly grateful for the care he received. Bert will be greatly missed and forever remembered.
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