Gene Brackin, 1931-2019

Eugene "Gene" Wilhoyte Brackin of Lake Wales, Florida passed away Friday, March 15 at Lake Wales Medical Center.

He was born September 28, 1931 in Sebring, FL to the late James and Jeanette (Oliver) Brackin. He has been a resident of the area since he was a child. He was a retired building contractor and veteran in the United States Navy serving in Korea. Gene loved fishing and watching the news on T.V.

He is preceded in death by 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

He is survived by his wife Janie Brackin, daughter Cindy Wilkinson of Lake Wales, FL, and son Brad Brackin of Lake Wales, FL.

Private burial at Lake Wales Cemetery. Marion Nelson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.