Bradenton, FL Obituaries

Martha Jane Kerr

Mar 16, 2020

Martha Jane Kerr, 90, of Bradenton, passed away on March 16, 2020. She was born at home, in Fairfield Illinois and she was the last of 9 children. Family, especially her grandchildren, were everything to Martha. She also enjoyed playing cards and was lucky with scratch off's. Martha is survived by her sons; David (Jo Ann) Kerr and Paul Kerr,...

Robert Anthony Wills

Mar 12, 2020

Robert 'Poppi' Wills of Bradenton, Fl, formally Donalsonville, GA passed away on March 12, 2020. Before going into the Army he played minor league baseball for the Cincinnati Reds. He loved to play golf and baseball and loved to cook. He also enjoyed sharing these with his grandchildren. He lived for his grandkids and children. He is survived by Cathryn...

Sara L. Skolinsky

Mar 10, 2020

Sara Lou Odom Skolinsky went home to return to the arms of her wonderful grandparents Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Sara was a force to be reckoned with, a quick wit, totally the life of the party, but known to be quiet and thoughtful when it was a teaching moment. She was the boss and backbone of a very boisterous family...

Milton V Poulos

Mar 7, 2020

Milton Poulos passed away on March 7, 2020. He is survived by his loving family and friends. No local services at this time.

Frederick Joseph Benson Jr

Mar 4, 2020

Fred J. Benson Jr. A robust life well lived began in Columbus, Ohio during February of 1952, ended peacefully at his home in Bradenton, Florida in March of 2020.

Fred attended Westerville High, and had a short but memorable time at the Ohio State University. A loyal and passionate Buckeyes fan, and never at a loss for...

Lynn Henkel

Mar 3, 2020

Lynn Henkel, 68, of Bradenton, passed away Tuesday March 3, 2020. He was born in Iowa.  His father was a physician.  When his father died, his mom remarried and they moved to Lincoln Nebraska. Lynn then moved to Bradenton and worked as a ball room dance instructor for a few years.  Later, Lynn worked at both Manatee and Blake hospitals,...

Elizabeth 'Liz' Boling

Mar 3, 2020

Elizabeth “Liz” Boling, of Bradenton, went to be with her Savior, family and friends on March 3, 2020. Born on February 2, 1930 in Pontiac Michigan, she attained the age of 90 years young last month. Liz returned to Sarasota weeks after her birth and was raised there until she graduated from Sarasota High School and married Gerald Leo Boling...

Justin Lee Stackhouse

Feb 26, 2020

Justin Lee Stackhouse 'Mohawk Shorty' of Bradenton and Sarasota passed away on February 26, 2020.

He leaves behind his parents, Angela and Denver. Two sisters, Nyoka and Melinda. Four brothers Maurice, Ronnie, Kyle, and Desmon. His four children, Trae, Alayah, Jayceon, Omzavious. Significant other Britina. His best friend Ashley. Also, many other family and friends.

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Jennifer Beatson Lambert

Feb 21, 2020

Jennifer Beatson Lambert died peacefully, surrounded by love near and far, on February 21st, 2020. She was born Jennifer Ruth Clark on May 11th, 1935 to the loving family of Alec and Phyllis Clark, in Rotherham, Yorkshire, United Kingdom. She was close with her older brother, David Clark (Ann), and younger twin siblings, John Clark (Di) and Rosemary Hitch (John)....

Valarie Lynn Dudley

Feb 19, 2020

Valarie Lynn Dudley, 64, of Bradenton, passed away on February 19, 2020.

She leaves behind her husband; John Dudley, 2 sons; Timothy (Jamie) Henry Jr., Anthony Henry, 1 daughter; Crystal Elder, 3 grandchildren; Daniel Schultz, Aaron Henry, and Colin Henry.

Valarie was a poker dealer at the Sarasota Kennel Club for over a decade.

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Betty 'Jane' Johnson

Feb 18, 2020

Betty Jane Mattison Johnson was born in Bradenton, Florida on May 27, 1930 at Riverside Hospital in Old Manatee which was near Braden Castle. She was the youngest of eight children. She graduated from Bradenton High School in 1948 and Florida State University in 1952 with her teaching degree in elementary education. While at Florida State, she played the clarinet...

Merlin 'Gene' Eugene Brignac Jr.

Feb 11, 2020

Dr. Major M. E. 'Gene' Brignac, took his final flight to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on February 11, 2020. Born in New Orleans, LA on June 18, 1935 to Merlin and Gladys Brignac. His parents predeceased him. Gene leaves behind Barbara, his wife of 31 years, 5 children; Patty, Roy, James, Ralph, and Stephen, 4 step-children; Cindy, James,...

Dollie Mae Quinnette

Feb 7, 2020

Dollie Mae Quinnette, of Bradenton, passed away on February 7, 2020. She is survived by her loving family. Full obituary to come Graveside Service 2020-02-25 12:30:00

Margot Padilla

Feb 5, 2020

Margot Padilla, 91, passed away with her family by her side.

Margot was born in Germany to Joseph and Clara Fuss on August 8, 1928.

She was a seamstress by trade but could do so much more. She could crochet, knit, bake and was a master gardener.

Margot will be laid to rest...

Andre Alexandre Gotti

Feb 2, 2020

Andre Alexandre Gotti passed away on February 2, 2020 in Bradenton Florida.

He was born in Joinville Le Pont, France on September 11, 1936.  Andre was the son of Angelo and Yvonne Gotti.

He came to the United States in November 1964 with his wife Francoise and lived in St. Louis, Mo. They had a...

Mary F Morton

Feb 1, 2020

On February 1st, 2020 Mary F Morton, 88, passed away. She was a longtime resident of Manatee County who was born in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Bradenton, FL in 1971. Her husband Richard E Morton Sr. preceded her in death. Mary has three children Carolyn (Andrew) Richard, Chris (Violet) who survive her. She has four grandchildren Karen, Sarah,...

Shirley A. Cuce

Jan 24, 2020

Shirley A. Cuce, 85, of Bradenton, formerly of Pennsylvania, passed away on January 24, 2020.

She was predeceased by her husband; Michael.

Shirley leaves behind cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 3, 2020, from 9:30 to 10:30 am at...