Osmond Palmer

Osmond Palmer December 30, 1917*October 4, 2011 Osmond Palmer age 93, of Live Oak, Florida passed away early Tuesday morning, October 4, 2011 at his home following a lengthy illness. He was a native and life long resident of Live Oak, a self employed paint contractor and served the citizens of Suwannee County as a Commissioner from 1967 to 1969 and was past Chairman of the Suwannee County Democratic Executive Committee. Osmond was a member of Barrett Lodge #43 F & AM, Live Oak Shrine Club, Live Oak Jaycees, Morocco Temple and former member of the Florida National Guard. He enjoyed spending time boating and traveling and was a member of the Suwannee Boat Club and Westwood Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Lisa Palmer, Live Oak, FL; two daughters, Evelyn Palmer, Folkston, GA; Patsy (Bill) Schossler, Tallahassee, FL; six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Visitation was held one hour prior to the services Friday from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the church. Funeral services were held 2:00 PM, Friday, October 7, 2011 in the Westwood Baptist Church with Rev. Tom Kelly officiating. Interment followed in the Live Oak Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Nature Coast, 906 NW Drane St., Branford, FL 32008.