Sherwyn E. Whitmore, 43, of Arcadia, FL, passed away September 8, 2013. Sherwyn was born September 28, 1969 in Miami, FL and moved to Arcadia in 1976. "He was a very thorough mechanic, one of the best," a colleague and friend said upon learning of his death. Sherwyn worked most recently at the Amoco Station in town. In his spare time he enjoyed motorcycle and car racing. Sherwyn was once a Sprint Car Crew Chief. He enjoyed BMX dirt bikes, old cars, Super Cross Street Rods and NASCAR. Sherwyn was a member and chaplain for the AMVETS and attended First Christian Church of Arcadia. Sherwyn was a loving husband, wonderful father, son, brother and friend to many and will be deeply missed. Sherwyn is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Natalie Whitmore, daughters; Chelsea E. and Stephanie T. Whitmore, sister, Kimberly A. (Gilbert) Coan, and parents; John Sherwyn "Buck" and Barbara Franklin Whitmore, all of Arcadia, Florida. A gathering for family and friends will be held at Ponger Kays Grady Funeral Home on Thursday, September 12, 2013 from 5-7 pm. The funeral service will begin at 7:00 pm with Pastor Ron York officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sherwyn's honor to AMVETS Post 60, 2846 SW Hwy 17, Arcadia, FL, 34266. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ponger Kays Grady Funeral Home, Arcadia, FL. Online condolences can be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com