Bradenton, FL Obituaries

Apr 9, 2024

Ruth Leirer, of Bradenton, passed away on April 9, 2024.

She was born in Illinois to Flossie and John Haege.

Ruth had the most important job in the world, being a wife and mother. She always had a caring word and a hug for her family.

She...

Apr 9, 2024

Sandra Garner Ireland, of Palmetto, Florida, passed away April 9, 2024.

She was born in Ohio to Mae and James Garner.

Full obituary will be placed soon.

Mar 31, 2024

Misty Dawn Hammonds, of Bradenton, passed away on March 31, 2024.

She was born in Nashville, Tennessee to Janet and Jerry Hammonds Sr.

Misty always had an eye for beauty and fashion. She used these attributes in her profession as an interior designer.

She is survived by...

Mar 29, 2024

Nicholas Richard Franz, 55, passed away on March 29, 2024. Mr. Franz was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, on July 4, 1968. He worked as a chef. He is survived by his sister, Lois Souder of Ohio. No services are scheduled at this time.

Mar 26, 2024

Melvin Dayton Porter, 61, of Bradenton passed away on March 26, 2024.  He was born in Greenwood, Arkansas. Mr. Porter worked for the School Board. He is survived by his daughter, Jade Mingo. Services will be private.

Mar 26, 2024

Melvin Dayton Porter, of Bradenton, passed away on March 26, 2024.

He was born in Greenwood, Arkansas to Cora and William Porter.

Melvin is survived by his loving daughter, son in law, and many extended family members and friends.

No local services will be held.

Mar 25, 2024

Mark Madaj, 63, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on March 25, 2024.

He was born in Bay City, Michigan to Arlene and Richard Madaj.

Mark had a zest for life and never met a stranger.

He is survived by his partner, parents, brother, and many friends.

Mar 24, 2024

Heriberto Nieves Martinez, of Bradenton, passed away on March 24, 2024.

He was born in Las Marias, Puerto Rico.

Heriberto is survived by his loving daughter, son in law and many extended family members and friends.

Mar 22, 2024

Maureen McManus, 66, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on March 22, 2024.

She was born in Somerville, Massachusetts to Constance and Edward McManus.

Maureen is survived by her loving family and friends.

No local services will be held.

Mar 19, 2024

It is with solemn hearts that we announce the passing of Deirdre Daul Dixon, age 88. Deirdre passed peacefully on March 19, 2024, in Bradenton, Florida.

Deirdre was born on January 13, 1936, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She graduated from Wauwatosa High School and attended UW-Milwaukee where she met her husband of over 60 years, David...

Mar 19, 2024

Dickson L. Dunsworth Sr., 83, Bradenton, Florida, died March 19, 2024 in his assisted living home, The Villas of Holly Brook.

He was born August 2, 1940, in Peoria, IL. The son of Lawson and Thelma (Boyer) Dunsworth. Devoted husband of 43 years to Patricia Ann (Byers) Dunsworth.

He is survived...

Mar 15, 2024

William John Baker Jr, 61, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on March 15, 2024.

He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, to Sylvia and William J. Baker Sr.

William proudly and honorably served in the U.S. Military.

He is survived by his loving family and friends.

Mar 15, 2024

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved DeWayne Renwick of Bradenton, Florida, born in Indiana, Pennsylvania, who passed away at the age of 77, on March 15, 2024.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William C. Renwick and Geraldine Salina...

Mar 14, 2024

Cynthia Louise Zembrzuski, 62, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on March 14, 2024.

She was born in Athens, Georgia to Martha and Richard Zembrzuski.

Cynthia was a natural care giver and was able to use this as a health care provider.

She is survived by her loving...

Mar 13, 2024

Marion Jane Farrell, 94, of Bradenton passed away on March 13, 2024.She was born in Paterson, NJ on August 18, 1929. She is predeceased by her husband. She is survived by her daughter, Jill Kathryn Dean and her son, John "Jack" Farrell. No services are scheduled at this time.

Mar 13, 2024

Peacefully at her winter home in Florida, Nell passed away March 13, 2024 at the age of 79. Born in Shherpenzaal, Holland, April 14, 1944 to the Vermeulen and Kwakernaak families. Nell immigrated to Canada via Pier 21 with her parents (Neeltje and Hank) in March 1948 at the age of four. Raised in the Annapolis Valley (Canaan), with...

Mar 12, 2024

Donald Robert Sloan died in Bradenton, Florida on March 12th , 2024 at the age of 83.

Donald is survived by his daughter; Kimberly Joy Coonce and son-in-law, Rick Coonce of Lone Jack, Missouri; his granddaughters, Katherine Marie Groves and Kelly Nicole Coonce; his two sisters, Barbara Jean Kogut and Patricia Joyce Dyer and brother-in-law,...

Mar 10, 2024

Mary F. Barnes, the only child of William and Martha Hopkins, was born March 14, 1925 in the little town of Parmale, North Carolina. She attended the local Public School System.

At an early age Mary and family moved from North Carolina and settled in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania were she continued her education and graduated with...

Mar 9, 2024

Richy Gunnels, Bradenton, Fl passed away on March 9, 2024.

He was born in Flint, MI to Connie Bobowski and Randy Gunnels.

He greatly enjoyed cooking for his loved ones. He loved being outdoors and caring for all animals/wildlife. He enjoyed gardening. He was an avid card player. He enjoyed listening...

Mar 9, 2024

Mrs.  Joann Smith Lakes, 87, of Palmetto, passed away on March 9, 2024 due to a long illness.

She was the widow of Chester Burman Lakes and the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Smith of Hamilton, Ohio.

Joann was a hard worker. She stayed at home and raised her...