Obituaries
Bradenton, FL Obituaries
Local obituaries to remember and honor your loved ones in Bradenton, Sarasota, Manatee County, FL and the surrounding areas
William Jacob Ramsey
May 30, 2019
William 'Big Jake' Ramsey, 34, of Bradenton passed away unexpectedly May 30, 2019 in Bradenton.
Big Jake loved fishing, hunting, music and a one of a kind love for his momma Anita Hubbard.
Big Jake was preceded in death by his father Daniel Hernandez, and his maternal grandparents, William and Olean Ramsey, and his special...
Carolyn Winans Christian
May 30, 2019
Carolyn Jane Christian (Winans) died on May 30, 2019.
She was born on March 10, 1943, grew up in Bradenton, FL, graduated from Manatee High School. she is the daughter of Riley and Maxine Winans.
Carolyn is survived by her brother Riley Winans, daughter Carolyn Jane Nye and her husband Philip Nye, son...
Lloyd W. Geiger
May 28, 2019
Lloyd W. Geiger of Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2019.
Lloyd was born on February 21, 1940, in Flint, Michigan to the late Wilber and Margarite Geiger.
He was a long time local Banker and was involved in the organization of the Bank of Bradenton, First Bradenton Bank and Community...
Gerard Dennis Shovlin
May 19, 2019
Gerald D. Shovlin, 60, of Bradenton, Florida passed away on May 19, 2019.
He is survived by his loving family and friends. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all.
Visitation will be Friday, May 24, 2019 from 2:00 p.m.- 4: 00 p.m, then again at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Services ...
Steven Frazier
May 18, 2019
Steven Frazier, 65, of Florida passed away on May 18, 2019.
He will be deeply missed by his friends and family.
No services to be held.
Julia Stroke
May 17, 2019
Julia Feczko (Fecko) Stroke was born on 12/10/1924 and passed away May 17th, 2019 at the age of 94.
She is survived by her sister Margaret Sweeney; her son Gary Spinks, DDS (Janet); her daughter Kathy Piston, DO (Robert); her stepson John Stroke (Carol); her 10 grandchildren Matthew, Stephen & Elizabeth Spinks; Robert, Michael, Rebecca, Steven &...
Mildred Bertha Romano
May 16, 2019
Mildred B. Romano, 74, of Palmetto, Florida passed away surrounded by the ones she loved on May 16, 2019.
He is survived by her loving husband Dennis E, Romano. She is also survived by her loving children and family.
Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.
Kathleen L Martineau
May 12, 2019
Kathleen L. Marineau, 60, of Palmetto, Florida passed away on May 12, 2019.
She touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all.
Full obituary to come.
Steven K Staggs
May 11, 2019
Steven Ken Staggs, 60, of Sarasota, Florida passed away on May 11, 2019.
He is survived by his loving wife Denise and his two sons Shane and Jeremiah. As well as his brother Larry and sisters Lana, Connie and Frances.
No services to be held.
Edward Oneill Morgan
May 8, 2019
Edward Oneill Morgan, 68, of Bradenton, Florida formerly of Jersey City, NJ passed away on May 8, 2019.
He is survived by his loving family.
Services will be held in his home state of New Jersey, with his family and friends.
Karin Irene Tupin
May 8, 2019
Karin I. Tupin, 76, of Bradenton, FL went to be with the Lord May 8, 2019. She was born in Burnham, Maine and lived most of her life in Bradenton, FL.
She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a kind and loving soul with a generous heart who cherished her...
Donna R Bafia
May 7, 2019
Donna R. Bafia, 82, of Palmetto, passed away peacefully May 7, 2019 with her family at her side.
Donna enjoyed her summers at home in Johnstown, PA.
She is predeceased by her loving husband and will be laid to rest next to him at a later date.
Donne will be missed by her...
Bradford Britt Blair
May 7, 2019
Bradford B. Blair, 70, of Bradenton Florida passed away on May 7, 2019.
He is survived by his family and friends and will be deeply missed by all.
Full obituary to come.
David G. Cronk
May 5, 2019
David George Cronk, 80, of Bradenton, Florida passed away May 5, 2019.
David was a simple man but if you ever needed anything he was the first one to volunteer. In his spare time he enjoyed going fishing and boating.
He was a loving father, husband, and friend.
He is survived by his...
John Gary Richter
May 4, 2019
John Gary Richter, 55, of Bradenton, Florida passed away on May 4, 2019.
John was a man who lived everyday to the fullest, you could find him dancing his troubles away. If you were ever having a down day he would always find a way to make you smile.
He is survived by his loving...
Ferne D Pletchan
May 2, 2019
Ferne Dillard Strohl Pletchan, born in Allentown, Pennsylvania on June 22, 1927, went to be with her Lord and husband John (previously deceased) after receiving Last Rites on May 2, 2019. She is survived by her four children and their spouses, her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her sisters.
If you ever met Ferne, you instantly loved her...
Morris L Rathbun
Apr 26, 2019
Morris 'Pete' Rathbun born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin passed away April 26, 2019.
He is survived by his loving wife, three children, and four grandchildren.
He is predeceased by one grandchild.
Morris served in the US Navy, as a submariner on the USS Barracuda and USS Hardheaded.
Morris ran multiple marathons, including...
Margaret T. Camarda
Apr 26, 2019
Margaret 'Maggie' Camarda, 97, of Bradenton, passed away April 26, 2019. Maggie was born September 28, 1921 in Lansdale, Pennsylvania to the late Anthony 'Tony' Tedesco, Sr. and Marion DeFilippo Pasceri Tedesco.
She worked as a bookkeeper for 27 years with the former Charming Shoppes / Fashion Bug in Norristown, PA.
After retirement, Maggie moved...
William 'Terry' Tibbits
Apr 23, 2019
Terry was born in Hialeah, FL son of William Elphanso (Tim) Tibbits and Nellie Mae Albritton. He is survived by Susan, his loving wife of over 30 years; his daughters Sophia (James Holt) and Presence (David Mercier); three grandchildren Jessica, Kaya, and David; and, three great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Tim Elphanso Tibbits and sisters...
Jayne Karen Melton
Apr 23, 2019
Miss Jayne Karen Melton was born in Bradenton, FL on April 29th, 1957. She passed peacefully in Sarasota Florida on April 23, 2019.
She is survived by her Father James E. Melton and preceded in death of her mother Mary Shannon (Elmore) Melton, both of Bradenton Florida, her Brother Mark (Lori) Melton, Bradenton, FL.
She...
