Bradenton, FL Obituaries

Apr 5, 2019

Charles David Clark, 65, passed away on April 5, 2019 at his home in Bradenton Florida.

David was born in Atlanta Georgia on July 27, 1953. David is survived by his loving companion Stephanie Connelly,his son Joshua David Clark (Ashleah). His 2 grandchildren Kadence and Josh Jr and brother Gary Randell Clark and sister Karen Clark Roske....

Apr 3, 2019

Evelyn Duvall, 84, of Parrish Florida passed away on April 36, 2019.

She is survived by her loving family.

At this time no local services to be held.

Full obituary to follow.

Apr 3, 2019

James Wall, 78, of Bradenton passed away on April 3, 2019.

He is survived by his family and friends.

James served his country proudly in the Navy.

He will be laid to rest with honors at Sarasota National Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor on May...

Mar 30, 2019

John L. Smith also known as “Smitty” by his beloved friends and associates and “Tiger” by his mother whom he loved so much.  You will be missed beyond words.  A hard and sturdy exterior but a teddy bear at heart, Smitty is survived by his parents Bobbi and Harry Smith of East Meadow NY and his partner/fiancé of over...

Mar 30, 2019

Gerald W. Hanthorn, 77, of Palmetto, formerly of Janesville, WI passed away on March 30, 2019.

He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Nancy and their entire family.

No local services will be held.

Full obituary to come.

Mar 26, 2019

Candy B. Valentine, 77, of Bradenton, passed away on March 26, 2019.

Candy enjoyed dancing and playing cards with a group from Manatee Singles. She was also a member of the Moose Lodge and the Elks Club.

She is survived by her loving husband Ted Valentine, sons; Steven Rich, Phillip Rich, Trevor Valentine, daughter; Lisa...

Mar 23, 2019

Alexandria 'Sandy' Racho, passed with peace and grace on March 23, with her family at her side. Predeceased by her loving husband Richard in 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Sheri Schultz of FL, daughter, Carolyn Quilliam of IN, daughter, Jacquelyn Webb of FL; grandchildren: Jacquelyn and Matthew Hunsader, Kyle and Ana Schultz, Trista and Jeremy Alumbaugh, Joshua...

Mar 20, 2019

Robert ' Bob' Maloy Whitehead was born Aug 27, 1929. He departed from this life to be home with Jesus on Mar 20, 2019. He was 89 years old.

He was a very devoted husband and father. His family moved to Manatee County back in 1875. Where he resided for most of his life time. After attending...

Mar 18, 2019

Glenna Irene Baker, 93, of Bradenton died on March 18, 2019.

She is survived by her loving husband of 73 years; Norman Baker, five children; Doug Baker of Bradenton FL, Carol Baker of Lakewood Ranch FL, Barbara Baker of Sarasota FL, Judy (John) Hangartner of Bradenton FL and Greg (Kerry) Baker of North Port FL, and her...

Mar 16, 2019

Dennis F. Keener Sr, 68, of Bradenton passed away peacefully on March 16, 2019.

Full obituary to come.

Service information to come.

Mar 14, 2019

Gavin M. Loge, 25, of Palmetto died on March 14, 2019.

He is survived by his loving parents, brother, and family.

He touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his honor to Skate for Change at https://skateforchange.org, or Rabble Mill  2005...

Mar 13, 2019

On Wednesday March 13, 2019, Karl Leonard Kopczynski, age 54, born July 24, 1964 to Esther and Leonard Kopczynski in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, went home to be with the lord.  Karl grew up in Allison Park, Pennsylvania and moved to Bradenton, Florida in 2005.

He is survived by his best friend and soul mate his wife Dianne Kopczynski...

Mar 13, 2019

Phillip Lee Vickers, 56, of Sarasota passed away on March 13, 2019.

He is survived by his loving family and will be deeply missed by all.

At this time no local services to be held.

Full obituary to come.

Mar 6, 2019

Edelso Pedro Linares, 73, of Bradenton passed away March 6, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Ciego de Avila, Cuba, Edelso came to US where he worked as a carpenter.

Private family service at later date.

Mar 3, 2019

Virginia L. Stafford, 95, of Bradenton, formerly of Alpena, MI passed away peacefully on March 3, 2019.

No service information at this time.

Full obituary to come.

Mar 2, 2019

On Saturday March 2nd 2019 Lauren Audrey (Fletcher) Bilan loving wife and mother of two beautiful children passed away at the age of 30.

Lauren was born August 3rd 1988 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. She was raise on Anna Marie Island by her mother Shelly Fletcher and late father Westwood Fletcher the 3rd.

Her stubbornness,...

Mar 1, 2019

Joseph Henry Nieckoski, 78, of Bradenton, passed away on March 1st, 2019.

He is survived by his beloved daughter Natasha, his ex-wife/friend Irene, his loving nieces and many of his loving extended family and friends.

Joseph was born and raised in Philadelphia and started his career in sales and management in New York City. He...

Mar 1, 2019

Scott Joseph Glynn ,56, of Myakka City passed away on March 1, 2019.

He is survived by his loving wife Sherri Glynn and their son Devon Glynn; fiance Brianna Falls. Scott is also survived by his two brothers and two sisters and his loving dog Zoey.

Scott was a proud member of the United States...

Feb 28, 2019

Travis Clinton Evans 53, of Sarasota fl, passed away on February 28, 2019.

Born in Burlington, NC he worked most of his life in painting and roofing.

He is survived by his mother Phyllis Evans-Gray, Sister Tracy and husband Angel Rodriguez, son Dustin and wife Jacquelyn Evans, daughter krista and husband Christopher Knight, daughter Brittany...

Feb 22, 2019

Robert (Bob) Lenz, age 91, of Palmetto, FL, passed away on February 22nd at Tidewell Hospice, Bradenton, FL.

He was born January 22, 1928 in Sheboygan, WI to Erwin and Mathilda (Preder) Lenz. Bob was raised and attended school in Port Washington, WI.

On April 17, 1948 he married Arlene Scheer at First Immanuel Lutheran...