Earl Wayne (Buddy) Caruthers
Buddy was born August 12, 1944 to Edwin A. (Shorty) Caruthers, Sr. and Imogene (Sanders) Caruthers in Wildwood, Florida and grew up in Sumterville, Florida. He went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
Buddy enjoyed anything fast, especially hotrods; he had several and built a few! He loved going to any car race and didn’t pass up a car show. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with family and friends. Buddy also enjoyed being a volunteer firefighter for a few years.
He worked many years operating heavy equipment and supervising heavy road construction. Later in life, he began a second career closer to his heart; he began as a mechanic at Desoto Ford in Arcadia FL, then transferred to the local Chevy dealership, then opened Automotive Specialists in Arcadia with his son, Donny. Retiring in 2001 He and Penny moved to Tampa. Buddy and Penny traveled a bit and fished a lot during their retirement.
Buddy is survived by his wife of 59 years, Penny (Donnie Linda Church) Caruthers; children, Donald Wayne(Donny) Caruthers (Cheryl) and Donna Sue Williams (Don); grandchildren, Tyler Caruthers and Catina Paul (Hays); great-grandchildren, Dawsen Paul and Pierson Paul; brother, Ricky Caruthers (Andrea) and numerous extended family and friends who all loved him dearly.
Buddy will be laid to rest Saturday May 21, 2022
Visitation & service at Fellowship Baptist Church, 13515 U S 301, Thonotosassa, FL 33592
Visitation will be 10 – 11am, service starting at 11am. Internment will follow at 3pm at Sumterville Cemetery (Sumterville, FL 33585).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Veterans Funeral Care
Donna and family,
Our hearts grieve with you over the sudden loss of your dear father. He sounds like a wonderful man who will be truly missed by you all. We send all our love and many prayers during this painful time. May your memories of Earl and the love of our Lord comfort you in the coming days.
Much love, Virginia and John Musselman
We are so sorry for your loss, it was a pleasure to have met Mr Caruthers and know that he will be missed by many. Donna our prayers are with you and your family.
Hello Donna,
I’m very sorry for the passing of your dad. My prayers are with you and all the family.
Donna, Don and Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Sandra Langenbach
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers with my deepest condolences.
To Uncle Buddy’s Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Buddy was a gentle, hard-working guy. However, the family came first. He will be truly missed!
Love from the Kulsziskis from Colorado and North Carolina!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
It was an honor to know Buddy. What a kind and helpful man. His love of God put that twinkle in his eyes! He will certainly be missed. Hugs and prayers for dear Penny. Love Jim & Marci Wilcox ❤️