William Bernard Bridgman

William B. Bridgman, Jr., 45, of Poplar Bluff died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at his residence.

Mr. Bridgman was born Dec. 23, 1963 in Escondido, Calif. After completing culinary school he worked as a chef in Ponca City, Okla. until becoming ill. Mr. Bridgman enjoyed spending time with his family.

On Dec. 6, 1990 he married Edwina Gray in Ponca City, Okla. She survives.

Other survivors include his children: Adrianna Bridgman of Bartlesville, Okla. and Stephanie Bridgman and Edwin John Bridgman both of Poplar Bluff; mother, Mary Sillivan of Poplar Bluff; sister, Donna Crossland of Sapulpa, Okla.; brother, Timothy Bridgman of Ponca City, Okla.; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

A gathering of family and friends will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mr. Bridgman's home.

Cotrell Funeral Service of Poplar Bluff is in charge of the arrangements.