Richard Thomas Dandridge, 82, of Zolfo Springs, passed away at Lakeland Regional Medical Center on August 16, 2012. Mr. Dandridge was born in Wauchula on October 6, 1929 and had been a lifelong resident of this area.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Zolfo Springs. He served in the U. S. Coast Guard and had been employed at Winn Dixie as a meat cutter.
Survivors include his wife, Lois Dandridge of Zolfo Springs; one daughter and son-in-law, Vicki and Randy Bumby of Avon Park; and two grandchildren, Megan and Tyler Bumby.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 19, 2012 from 5-7 P.M. at Robarts Garden Chapel. Graveside services will be held on Monday at 10:00 A.M. at Friendship Cemetery, with Pastor David Harper officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the DeSoto County Honor Guard.