78, of Sun City Center, Fl., longtime resident of Georgia and Elmwood Park, IL passed away peacefully April 18th.  He is survived by his beloved wife Phyllis of 57 years; his daughters, Kathleen (Paul), Vicki and Carrie; brother, Terrence (Lynne); also survived by 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.  He will be missed by his beloved Coonhound dog Dixie. He is proceeded in death by his daughter Judi Lynn; parents, Arthur and Norma; brother Wayne.   Arrangements are being planned for internment at Ridgewood Cemetery, Illinois.