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

Franklin Gudakunst
Dec 22, 2017
Frank (Junior) Gudakunst passed away on Friday, December 22, 2017 at Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, Florida.
He lived in Defiance, Ohio during the summer months and in Bradenton, Florida during the winter.
He is survived by his Wife; Marilyn, Son; Gary of Ottoville, Ohio, Daughters; Janice of Ottoville, Ohio and Susan Grime of Van...

James Allen Mcwilliams
Dec 19, 2017
James Allen McWilliams, 33, of Palmetto, passed away on December 19, 2017.
He is survived by his loving family.
Full obituary coming soon.
Donald Freeman Westra Sr.
Dec 18, 2017
Col. Donald Freeman Westra, Sr. USAF-Retired, 99, of Bradenton, passed away Dec. 18, 2017.
Donald was born on November 8, 1918 in Randolph, Wisconsin to the late John D. and Nellie (Vander Schaaf) Westra.
He served his country faithfully by serving with the United States Air Force during World War II, serving 23 years, retiring...

Julia E. Fogarty
Dec 16, 2017
Julia Whitted Fogarty 96, passed away peacefully December 16, 2017.
She was a member of the Kensington Park Baptist Church and employed by WT Grants for many years.
She is survived by her daughter Esther Whitted of Bradenton, a brother Charles Walker of Venice, a sister Florence Brandt of Orlando and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...

Andrew Jasinski
Dec 14, 2017
Andrew Jasinski, 76 of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2017 at the TideWell Hospice House in Bradenton.
Andrew was born on January 30, 1941 in Albany, New York. He served his country faithfully by serving with the United States Army. He moved to Bradenton several years ago coming from New York. He was also...
Nicholas J Intrieri
Dec 13, 2017
Nicholas “Pop Pop” Joseph Intrieri, 72, of Bradenton, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 13th, 2017. Nicholas, known as Nick to many, was born on February 9th, 1945 in Jersey City to parents Peter Earnest and Dorothy Angela (Sardon) Intrieri, as well as brother Anthony J. Intrieri. In his early years Nick joined the army, was a...

Velma C Miller
Dec 11, 2017
Velma C Miller passed away on Monday, December 11, 2017.
She is survived by her loving daughter Sharon (John) Carey.
Services are to be announced at a later date.
The family is being served by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel.
Services will be announced at a later date
Cathy Marie Spera
Dec 11, 2017
Cathy Spera 55 of Sarasota Fl formerly of New York, passed away on 12/11/17.
She will truly be missed for her beautiful soul and bright personality.
Predeceased by Father Ronald Sr. and Brother Ronald Jr.
Survived by Mother Fay; Children Derrick, Krista, Jillian, Taylor; Boyfriend Bruce Calaforie
Services will be...

Tracey Anne Ross
Dec 10, 2017
Tracey Anne Ross (nee Munro) passed away Sunday, December 10, 2017,
She is survived by her mother Terry Rapert, father Michael G. Munro and two daughters; Sierra Page and Annie J. Ross, and great grandmother Ruth Leirer.
Services are to be held at a later date and time.
Services will be announced...

Mary E. Every
Dec 7, 2017
Mary E Every (nee Shelhamer) passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2017.
Survived by her loving family.
No local services will be held.
No local services will be held. Mansion Memorial Park 1400 36th Avenue East Ellenton F 34222
William Ralph Robeysek
Dec 3, 2017
William Ralph Robeysek passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2017.
William is survived by his two loving brothers James and David Robeysek and his loving girlfriend.
Services will be held at Mansion Memorial Park in Ellenton, Florida
The family is being served by Shannon Funeral Homes.
Services will be announced at a...Vaughn Joseph Monson
Dec 3, 2017
Vaughn Joseph Monson, 21, passed away on December 3, 2017.
He was born in Sarasota, Florida on March 16, 1996. Vaughn attended Braden River High School.
He enjoyed playing football for PAL and Braden River High. He also enjoyed skateboarding.
Vaughn had a charismatic smile and a fun personality which allowed him to...
Isaiah Q. Smith
Nov 24, 2017
Isaiah Quintin “Goodie” Smith, 59, of Bradenton, passed away on November 24, 2017. Isaiah was a PFC in the National Guard.
Isaiah leaves to cherish his loving and fun memories; a loving mother, Helen Randall of Bradenton Fl.
Isaiah also leaves behind brothers; Wallace Montgomery, Lawrence (Carloyn) Randall, Chester Thomas, all of Palmetto, Carlton Randall...
Justin Bradford Lakin
Nov 24, 2017
Justin Bradford Lakin, 21, passed away on November 24, 2017. Justin was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on December 19, 1995 and moved to Florida in 2000. Justin attended Bayshore High School where he played baseball, was named all area player his senior year, and helped his team win a championship. Justin attended Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona where...

Mary Runion Astbury
Nov 19, 2017
Mary Runion Astbury, 98 of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at the Surrey Place Healthcare and Rehab. Center in Bradenton.
Mary was born on June 4, 1919 in Washington, Pennsylvania to the late John and Barbara (Tucci) Mastrangelo. She was a housewife and has been a resident of Manatee County for many years....
George Edward Maha
Nov 18, 2017
George E. Maha, M.D.
February 15, 1924 - November 18, 2017
George E. Maha was born in Elgin, Illinois. He graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of Norte Dame and from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed a Cardiovascular...

Phyllis Aurelia Kray
Nov 13, 2017
Phyllis Aurelia Kray (Kraj), 75, of Palmetto, passed away on November 13, 2017.
She is survived by her partner of 18 years; Phil Porche, two sisters; Frances Kray and Elizabeth Dowdy, niece; Sarah Dowdy, nephew; Neal Dowdy, and grand nephew; Atlas Dowdy.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from...
Javannah Gunn, Jr.
Nov 13, 2017
Javannah Gunn, Jr., age 53, passed away peacefully, Monday November 13, 2017 at Blake Medical Center in Bradenton.
JR was born July 11, 1964 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Son of Javannah Gunn, Sr. and Glenda L. (Davies) Bowman. Married Cynthia Clute in 1995. His working career was extensive. Volunter Fire Fighter in Fort Walton Beach, a...