Roy Dean Bridell (78) was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 24, 2013
He was born July 8, 1934, in Blowers Township, Minnesota, son of the late Earl Dean and Nina Phillips Bridell. After serving in the United States Air Force for 22 years, Roy received his Bachelors Degree in Sacred Music from The Baptist College of Florida, and a Masters Degree in Psychology from Liberty University. Roy’s love for the Lord and music was evident during his ministry. He continually served in the music ministry in many churches until 2011. Roy served in churches in Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, the Philippines, Taiwan and the Azores. He also served as a psychologist in the mental health field for several years. His retirement years included volunteering with the Florida Campers on Mission, teaching music and psychology at Yellowstone Baptist College, in Billings, MT serving as a member of the Mission Service Corp of the Southern Baptist Convention, and at the LifeWay Conference Center, Ridgecrest, NC. Surviving is his loving wife of 56 years, Eleanor Sampson Bridell; four children: Karen Goza (Kevin) of Apopka, Florida; Sharon Edwards (Martin) of Potomac Falls, Virginia; Joy Bruce (Jon) of Bradenton, Florida; and Douglas Bridell (Angel) of Salem, New Hampshire; seven grandchildren: Michael, Megan, Matthew, Keith, Kimberly, Benjamin and Christina; one great granddaughter, Grayce; five brothers: Donald Bridell, Larry Bridell (Susie), Durwood Bridell (Marsha), Ray Bridell (Brenda) and Kenneth Bridell; four sisters: Delores Hamblin, Leone Kubiszewski, Alice Larson (Bernie) and Arlyis Kerr (Richard); many nieces and nephews; and one brother-in-law, Walter Sampson (Janis). He was preceded in death by his oldest sister, Madelyn Allen. Roy was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, the Lions Club, the Air Force Sergeants Association, the American Association of Christian Counselors, and the Florida and Alabama Baptist Singing Men. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to your church, Hospice of the Comforter, or favorite charity.
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
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Robert Bryant says
We were blessed to have Bro. Roy and Eleanor at Main Street Baptist Church in Bartow, FL in the 1980's. Bro. Roy encouraged me to come sing in the adult choir and later gave me much instruction on leading the congregation in worship. Bro. Roy taught us to sing the music as it is written and sing from the heart. I know that he is actively praising the Lord around his throne. I will miss him, but, I know that we will meet again. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Robert Bryant and wife Jody, Bartow
Joan Rhodes says
Elanore, we were so sorry to hear about your husbands death. You have our sympatht. Dale and Joan Rhodes from Illinois
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Rachel Emery says
Bro. Roy will forever be part of music at Ridgecrest for me. His love for the Lord and for the Lord's praises was very special. Eleanor, both of you are greatly missed here. Your time with us and the countless ways you gave to our church and its life cannot be measured. You and your family are continually being lifted up to our Savior.Rachel Emery
Barbara says
We so enjoyed our visits with Roy and Eleanor at Ridgecrest and in your home at the top of the mountain in Ridgecrest. Eleanor and family, our prayers are with you. Bernard and Barbara Bull
Shirley Milliken says
Such good memories we have of the two of you at Ridgecrest and also at Ridgecrest Baptist Church. You were such a blessing to all. Roy will surely be missed by many people and we will be praying for you, Eleanor, that God will give you strength and courage for the days ahead. We love you.Jasper and Shirley Milliken
Cindy Buck says
Jeff Buck and I extend our deepest sympathies. We love you.