Obituaries
Bradenton, FL Obituaries
Local obituaries to remember and honor your loved ones in Bradenton, Sarasota, Manatee County, FL and the surrounding areas

Amy Murray
Apr 20, 2019
Amy P. Murray, 54, of Bradenton, formerly of Saugus, MA passed away April 20, 2019.
She will be deeply missed by her loving family.
No local services will be held.
Full obituary to come.

Gary Irving Field
Apr 18, 2019
Gary Irving Field, 49 , of Sarasota Florida, formerly of Marine City Michigan, passed away on April 18th 2019.
He is survived by his parents Michael & Shirley Field, sisters Shellie VanHeusden & Theresa Parker, daughter Charlotte Hoffman, nieces, nephews and friends.
He will be deeply missed by all.
From 1988 to 1992...

Cynthia Marschall
Apr 18, 2019
Cynthia Marschall, 50, of Sarasota, FL formerly of Cincinnati, OH passed away peacefully on April 18, 2019.
She is survived and will be deeply missed by her loving son, and extended family.
There will be no local services at this time.
Elouise Walker Bacon
Apr 17, 2019
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elouise Walker Bacon, our loving and devoted matriarch, community leader and friend to all whose lives she touched, on April 17, 2019.
She left us while resting peacefully with her granddaughter, Candace, at her side. She was 85.
Born in Bradenton, Florida and residing there for her...

Evelyn Liedtke
Apr 16, 2019
Evelyn Liedtke, 99, of Sarasota, FL formally of Cleveland, OH passed away on April 14, 2019.
She is survived by her children and extended family. She was a 75 year member of the Order of Eastern Star.
At this time no local services to be held.
Full obituary to follow.
David Boone
Apr 10, 2019
David Wesley Boone, 60, of Bradenton died on April 10, 2019.
He is survived by his loving family and will be deeply missed by all.
No local services to be held at this time.

William E Austin
Apr 8, 2019
William E Austin, 76, of Bradenton, FL formally of Savannah, GA died on April 8,2019.
He is survived by his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all.
At this time no local services to be held.

Larry R Tackett
Apr 7, 2019
Larry Robert Tackett, 68, of Bradenton came to rest on April 7, 2019.
He is survived by his mother, sisters, and close friends.
Full obituary to follow.

Steven Allen Rechtsteiner
Apr 6, 2019
Steven Rechtsteiner, 73, passed peacefully Saturday, April 6th after a brief illness.
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia; Brother: Mark (Eileen); Sisters: Sandra (Walt) and Carole (Ed). Also survived by 2 sons, a daughter, and 2 stepsons.
His extended family includes grandsons, nephews, nieces, great nephews, great niece and many friends and associates.
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Charles D Clark
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....

Evelyn F Duvall
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.

James Mack Wall
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...

John L. Smith
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...

Gerald W. Hanthorn
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.
Candy B. Valentine
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...
Alexandria 'Sandy' Racho
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...
Robert Whitehead
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...
Glenna Irene Baker
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...

Dennis F. Keener Sr.
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.
Gavin M. Loge
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...