John Edward Whipple III, 63, of Bradenton, passed away May 19, 2014. Born Dec. 19, 1950, in Meshoppen, PA, he was a son of the late John E. Whipple II, and is survived by his mother, Ann Whipple, of Bradenton. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Whipple. John was an avid NASCAR fan. He graduated from South East High School in 1968, and from United Electronics College, in Tampa. He was employed at L'Ambiance Beach Condominiums as a security for 18 years and was a former General Telephone employee. Survivors also include a son, John Whipple IV; and two daughters, Jeanette and Miatera Whipple; and his sister, Susan Micciche, of Bradenton. A memorial service will be conducted _____________________________________________