Billy Leroy Wagman, of Lake Alfred, Florida passed away at the age of 86 on Thursday November 15, 2018 surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Clearwater and grew up in Winter Haven, Billy eventually moved his business to Orlando and raised his family there. After a short stay in Abilene, Texas, he moved back to Florida to start a business in Winter Haven where he lived until his death. Billy was an entrepreneur, owning more than 20 businesses in his life ranging from cosmetic skincare, refrigeration, oil fields and eventually airboat propeller manufacturing. He retired as a farmer tending to his beloved blueberries and citrus grove. Billy served in the Air Force and was a member of the Moose Club and American Legion in Winter Haven.
He was preceded in death by his parents W.G. and Eva Wagman. He is survived by his loving wife Louise Knowles Wagman of 65 years, his three sons Brent (Suzanne Ruffini), Todd (Linda), Tim (Johna Jozwiak), 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Visitation is scheduled at 10 a.m. on November 19, 2018 at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home in Winter Haven and the service will follow at 11 a.m.
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