In Loving Memory Of

MARTIN "ROY" WILLIAMSON Jr.
April 10th, 1915 ~ February 28th, 2011

Martin 'Roy' Williamson, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home in Port Orange with his wife by his side on February 28, 2011 at the age of 95. A Graveside Service in Roy's honor was on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at Daytona Memorial Park in Daytona Beach, FL.  Roy was born in Montgomery, AL on April 10, 1915, son to the late Martin Roy Williamson, Sr. and Nellie (Gallaspie) Williamson. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 33 years, Trudy (Gertrude Jackson) Williamson; his sons, Bill Williamson (Linda) of Casselberry, FL; Bob Williamson (Monica) of Chuluota, FL; and Michael Williamson of Casselberry, FL; his grandchildren, Matt, Brianna, Mike, Lindsey and Jay; his close cousin, Laura DeLong and her family; his niece, Louise Wallace & her family; his sister-in-law, Lin Williamson Clark of Stuart, FL; and he is predeceased by his brother, Bill Williamson. Roy was raised in Florida and attended Plant City H.S. in Tampa, FL and was an Eagle Scout. As a young boy, Roy and his friend built a sail boat and sailed from St. Pete to Cuba in a Regatta. He graduated from the University of Florida earning a B.A. degree in Business in 1938. While in college he was Captain of the Golf Team and a member of the ROTC program, involved in the ATO fraternity, and he was also a Junior State Golf Champion. He was also a member of the Rotary & Kiwana's Clubs. After college, he began working for Met-Life, however was soon drafted serving in World War II, landing in Omaha Beach, then fought in the Battle of the Bulge. He was with the 283rd Field Artillery Battalion as Captain of Battery "C" and Division Artillery Supply Officer and commanded firing battery for the Army. He was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his extraordinary service to our U.S. Military. After serving our country, Roy resumed his career with Met-Life and traveled to New York working with various agents and gained leadership skills. He returned to Florida as District Sales Manager and retired in Winter Park, FL. After retirement, Roy continued his love for golf and boating. He served as Commodore twice for the Daytona Beach Boat Club and also was a member of the Halifax Cruise Club. He was also involved in the American Legion and was an active member of the United Community Methodist Church in Daytona Beach. Roy celebrated his life with many close friends and family and will be treasured and missed by many. Special thanks to Hospice of Volusia Flagler, especially Nadia Beverly, Lynn and Mark Spivey. Special Appreciation to friends; Joan Crosthwait, Dori and Fran Klindt, Sandy and Ray Nadenik, who all assisted during his illness.

Keith L. Traudt
September 13th, 1939 ~ October 1st, 2009

After a valiant battle with Leukemia, our friend Keith L. Traudt passed away the morning of October 1st, 2009. 

Keith was born in Norwood, MA. He was a draftsman for Boeing Aircraft in Seattle, Washington.  He  owned "Tire Service", a Goodrich service center in New Bedford, MA and was also a realtor in that area.  After moving to Florida in 1984, Keith worked in banking and was a real estate broker and a mortgage broker.  He decided to work for himself so he could have control and run an honest business; and so he founded The Mortgage Center in Ormond Beach.

Keith married the love of his life, Linda Pinard on September 11, 1977 and they had 32 happy years together.  He was an enthusiastic member of the Daytona Beach Boat Club for over 20 years, serving as Cruise Master as well as many DBBC Committees during his years as a member.  He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; as well as his mother, Virginia M. Traudt; brothers, Gerald, Richard, Robert, and Stephen; sister, Marion Slater (Fred); sons, Michael and Bruce; daughters, Laurel Traudt and Lynn Roy (Steve). He was also a wonderful father to Richard and Charles Lomba (Jean) and Michael Pinard (Sharon). He has 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; as well as many nieces and nephews. Keith was known by friends to be loyal, enthusiastic and always kind. He saw the good side of everything. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.  His warm smile will be missed by all who knew him!

We will have the opportunity to celebrate Keith's life each year as we plan our newly named trip, "Keith Traudt Memorial Cruise to Kennedy Point".

Pete Harris
October 26th, 1922 ~ December 19th, 2007

Pete was born in Tuxedo Park, New York.  He graduated from the University of Maine in 1950 after serving in the U.S. Coast Guard for five years.  He married Ethel (Sue) Sausser on April 10, 1948.  They would have been married 60 years April 10, 2008.   

Pete worked for General Electric, owned the South Peninsula Marina and also was manager of Mother T's business.  He was a long time member of the Daytona Beach Boat Club and organizer of the Ormond Beach Anchor Chasers (an early scuba diving club).  Pete created the "President Abram W. Harris" award at the University of Maine, and has many friends in the University community. 

Pete is survived by his lovely bride Sue, two wonderful sons in Ormond Beach, Robert B. Harris (TT Best) and Steve A. "Andy" Harris (Gloria); seven grandchildren; a step great grandson; a sister Virginia Ashlock, and step brother Robert Hamlin.

Pete was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all who knew him.  We will have the opportunity to celebrate Pete's life each year as we plan our newly named trip, "Pete Harris Memorial Picnic at Bing's Landing".