Mr. Johnnie “Bubby” Norman Severance, 64, of Clearwater, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2012, with his loving wife, Kathleen by his side.
Johnnie was born in Florida and lived in Clearwater for 62 years. He graduated from Clearwater High School in 1967. Johnnie served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, on the USS John F. Kennedy CV-67 and the USS Forrestal CV-59. After serving in the Navy, he worked in HVAC as a service technician. Johnnie enjoyed spending time with family, and his beloved dogs, Mossey and Remmey. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, fixing things and taking things apart.
Johnnie is survived by his wife, Kathleen, son, Mark of Pinellas Park, FL; daughter, Loretta of Clearwater, FL; son, Norman of San Diego, CA; daughter, Stella of Largo, FL; son-in-law, Michael of Clearwater, FL; daughter-in-law, Kathryn of San Diego, CA; son-in-law, Mike of Largo, FL; mother-in-law, Marie Lofland of Largo, FL; grandchildren, Logan, Hayden and Kayla. Johnnie is also survived by sisters, June, Ft. McCoy, FL; Vickey, Willspoint, TX; Jayne (Phil), Ft. McCoy, FL; Joyce (James), Clearwater, FL; and a brother, Wayne, Ft. McCoy, FL.
Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents Manning and Voncille Severance; daughter-in-law, Tabitha; and infant grandchildren, Wyatt, Ava and Luke.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 27, 2012, at Seminole Lake Park, Shelter 10, 10015 Park Blvd. Seminole, FL 33777. Military Honors presented by VFW Indian Rocks Post 10094.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Johnnie Severance Memorial Fund” at any Wells Fargo branch, account #3957426020.
Please sign the guestbook below.
John, I am deeply saddened to learn of your passing, but at the same time happy to know that you are pain free and with our Lord. We will see each other again in glory. It isn’t everyday that honest and good poeple come into our lives. People like you and your darling wife Kathy, who have been so wonderful to me for the past nineteen years. I will always cherish the afternoon talks under that big ole shady tree in your front yard. And I truly appreciate that you were always there to help in any capacity whenever needed. I am going to miss you my friend, but you rest now, in the loving arms of the Father. Thank you for the priviledge of allowing me to be able to say that you are my friend! In His Love…Rose
Kathleen you are in my prayers. Debbie
The kenneys and parkers. of south carolina are wishing your family peace of heart and your are in our prayers
Dear Kathy and Family,
Our hearts are saddened by your loss. It was always a pleasure to be in Johnnie’s company. He was truly a good husband, father and grandfather. We will miss him.
Love Bill and Donna
Our best wishes and condolences to the family of John. John has been a great neighbor and friend and will truly be missed.
Seems like just yesterday that we were all neighbors in High Point. So sorry to hear of his passing & so quickly. Bubby, see you again at the feet of our Lord.
Kathy, I am so sorry for the passing of your husband, but so glad he has a home in heaven.
My sympathy to you and your family. May God’s grace be felt by you. God is able to do exceeding more than you can ask or imagine.
Dixie Ragan Grassl
Dearest Kathy and Family: We share with you all in the passing of Johnnie, both the difficulty of the loss, and the joy of knowing that he is now in the presence of the Lord.
May each of you find this trying time to be a period of experiencing God’s supernatural peace and grace and a time of strengthening your faith and commitment.You will all be in our prayers at this time. We hope to see you tomorrow for his service. In Jesus love, Dick and Sandy
We regret the death of your beloved father and husband. Our best wishes and condolences to the family of John. Your extendet family from Germany.
Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband’s passing. I know it is a difficult time for you
and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to all of you at this very sorrowful time.
Love from, Kathy Spears
Daddy, I miss you more and more with each paying day. Not a day goes by the I dont think of you. I am home now and only wish I could of shared my return with you!! I know I will see you again and you are smiling down on me. I know I have a special angel in Heaven now.
Love you bunches!!!!!!!!
Im his grand child logan and i miss my pa very much and i am thankfull for geting to know him. I also say thanks to the funral that was hosted.
he was my grandpa “papa” i didn’t really rember him much out of the hospitle but what i didnt rember were all good. from what i read my dad was a lot like him