Judson “Jet” Kinder III

Judson Kinder III “affectionately known as Jet” was born on October 6, 1950, in Palmetto, FL. He was the eldest of his siblings born to the late Judson Kinder, Jr. and Lula Mae McNeil. Judson spiritual growth and baptism began at an early age at Saint John Missionary Baptist Church in Palmetto, FL. under the late Reverend Dixon. He later joined New Life G.B. Baptist Church under Reverend David Washington. Judson is preceded in death by his father Judson Kinder Jr.; his brother, Larry Kinder; his sister, Willie Mae Davis; his grandparents: Mr. Kelly B and Ollie Mae McPherson and Aunt: Ruth B. McPherson.

Judson was educated in the Manatee County Public School System. He was a graduate of Lincoln Memorial High School in Palmetto, FL. Judson played football at Lincoln Memorial High School. After completing high school, Judson was honored to serve his country and enlisted in the United States Army. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army and returned to Palmetto, FL.  After a sudden illness, the Lord called him home. 

Judson leaves to cherish his memories: His daughter, Rhonda Kinder-Dunwoody; his granddaughters, Tamera Saunders (Corey), Latoya Brown, Ashia Dunwoody and grandson, Christopher Dunwoody; His mother Lula Mae McNeil; Sisters: Diane Mitchell, Kathleen Davis (Pastor Grady Davis Jr.), Elaine Salem (Henry), Erma Murphy; Brothers: Van Kinder, Warren Kinder, Floyd McPherson (Henrietta), Dale Kegler. Great-grandchildren: Camarria Saunders, Corey Saunders, Christian Lexis and Khloe Brown. Aunts: Sandra Cunningham, Sadie Jones, Denise Watkins. Uncles: Andrew Kinder and Willie Kinder. Special friend, Leon Cooke. A host of nieces, nephews,cousins and loved ones. 

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