William Douglas Kelso, 78, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on December 5, 2022.
He was born on August 26, 1944, in Sellersville, Pennsylvania.
William served in the U.S. Army and worked for his father’s business before following his heart’s passion to become a teacher. In the Sarasota school system, he taught children with disabilities and autism and later directed the adult high school. His respect and compassion for his fellow man lifted up his students and colleagues. Bill was married to his high school sweetheart, Charlotte, for sixty years until her death. He was deeply loved by all his family, who will always cherish the gift of his love and wisdom. All who knew Bill will always remember his gentle, loving soul.
We will gather in his honor for a Celebration of his life at 11 o'clock a.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, 720 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida.
