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

John Bazata
Nov 12, 2017
John Bazata, 92, of Holmes Beach, passed away on November 12, 2017.
John was one of nine children born and raised in NYC. His parents were immigrants from Hungry.
He proudly served in the Army during WW II. He and his future wife were pen-pals during that time. They married in 1946 after John was...

Arthur E. Kolzow Sr.
Nov 11, 2017
Arthur Edward Kolzow, Sr., 67, of Bradenton, Fl and Berkeley, IL, passed away Nov. 11, 2017.
He is survived by his wife, 2 daughters, son and many extended family members and friends.
Arthur proudly served in the U.S. Army.
All services to be held at Hursen Funeral Home in Hillside, IL.
No...Robert James Furlong
Nov 11, 2017
Robert James Furlong left us to join the Lord on Saturday, November 11, 2017, two weeks before his 91st birthday.
Robert was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Dorothy Marie (Noga) Furlong.
He is survived by his seven children: Martin Furlong, Albany, New York; Walter Furlong, Baltimore, MD; Mary Furlong, Austin, TX; Patricia...
Kenneth Wayne Tiedeman
Nov 8, 2017
Kenneth Wayne Tiedeman, 61, of Palmetto, born June 7, 1956 in Woodbury New Jersey, was called home Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:05 am.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Fran Tiedeman.
He is survived by his only child Gabrielle Tiedeman and his two favorite grandchildren Amelia and Jah'mir, two brothers...
Joseph Jennings Asbury Iii
Nov 8, 2017
Joseph Jennings Asbury, III, 76, Bradenton, passed away Nov. 8, 2017.
He is survived by his loving wife; Yamile Arida, family members and many wonderful friends.
Joe proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and will be laid to rest with military honors.
Funeral Service 2017-11-15 11:00:00 Reception to follow services First...

William J. Bowen Jr.
Nov 5, 2017
William James Bowen, Jr., 59, Bradenton, passed away Nov. 5, 2017.
He is survived by two brothers and three sisters.
William worked for the Manatee County Parks and Recreation until his retirement.
Private family services.
Private Family Services Fogartyville Cemetery 4200 3rd Avenue Nw Bradenton FL 34209
Harry Joseph Mcgraw
Nov 5, 2017
Harry Joseph McGraw II
8-23-1943 – 11-5-2017
Harry passed from this earth on Sunday, November 5, 2017.
He is survived by his wife, Bobbie McGraw, his son Harry McGraw III (Cissy)- of Phoenix, AZ, daughter Anne Sarmiento-Hirsch (Raul) of Las Vegas, NV. He was also a father to Michael Costello (Lisa) of Palmetto,...
Susan Kaye Chalfant
Nov 3, 2017
Susan Kaye Reynolds Chalfant, of Bradenton, passed away November 3, 2017.
She was born March 10, 1950, third of four children of Raymond and Marion (Brown) Reynolds.
Spending her early years in the Detroit area she graduated from Wayne John Glenn HS and attended Central Michigan University.
In 1972 she married Timothy Chalfant....
Ivory 'Chop' Lee Randall
Oct 31, 2017
Ivory Lee “Chop” Randall, 51, of Bradenton, passed away on October 31, 2017 at Blake Medical Center.
Ivory leave to cherish his loving and fun memories. Two daughters; Xziya Randall of Bradenton FL, Xzaria Randall of Georgia, two Step-daughters; Dah'viyah Smith and Chrstiandion Patterson of Bradentn FL, loving mother; Helen Randall of Bradenton FL
Ivory...
Stewart Skrill
Oct 30, 2017
Stewart Skrill, 84, Ruskin, FL, passed quietly in his sleep on Monday, October 30, 2017 at his home in Hide-a-way RV Park.
Born on October 4, 1933 in Brooklyn, New York. Stewart is survived by his wife, Karen, son, Thomas, daughters, Holly and Bonnie, son-in-law Jim, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, stepdaughters, Mary Harper and Catherine Uyl.
...Thelma 'Orchid Lady' White
Oct 29, 2017
Thelma “Orchid Lady” White, 99, of Bradenton, passed away October 29, 2017.
She was born on December 15, 1917 in Brookline, VT to the late John Kenneth and Maude Angie Perry. Thelma moved to Bradenton in 1950 coming from Massachusetts.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bradenton, a founding member...
Richard Robert Arrnold
Oct 11, 2017
Richard Arnold, Sr, of Bradenton, FL, formerly of Bay City, MI. Died unexpectedly in his home on October 11, 2017.
Survived by his loving children; Judith (Harold) Hill, Richard Arnold Jr., Lori (Randy Trinque) Clark, 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, October 13, 2017 from 6:00 -8:00 P.M at...

Susan Therese Pillsbury
Oct 6, 2017
Susan Therese Pillsbury, of Bradenton, formerly of Michigan, passed away on October 6, 2017.
She is survived by her loving husband, step son, seven siblings and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Susan loved taking care of people as a CNA.
Full obituary coming soon.
Memorial Gathering 2017-10-10 17:00:00 18:00:00 Memorial Service 2017-10-10...
Cynthia D. Burke
Oct 4, 2017
Cynthia D. Burke, 70, of Sarasota, formerly of Massachusetts, passed away on October 4, 2017.
She is survived by her loving family.
Full obituary coming soon.
Services will be announced at a later date
Frederic Alan Marsh
Oct 4, 2017
Frederic Alan Marsh, 71, of Longboat Key, passed away on October 4, 2017.
Fred founded and oversaw the growth of Loop Shoes, d/b/a Sacco Shoes, starting in 1976. During its 36 year run, Fred presided over the opening of 18 stores in New York City, two in Chicago and a Princeton, NJ location. In addition, he headed...
Jennifer Kay Kohel
Oct 2, 2017
Jennifer Kay Kohel, 51, of Parrish, formerly of FT. Worth TX, passed away on October 2, 2017.
She is survived by her loving family.
Visitation will be Friday, October 6th from 10:00-11:00 am with Funeral Services commencing at 11:00 am at Shannon Funeral Home Westside Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave W. Bradenton Florida
Visitation 2017-10-06...Lt. George Frederick Harris Mcso
Oct 2, 2017
George Frederick Harris, 72, of Bradenton, passed away on October 2, 2017. He was born on January 29, 1945 in Plainfield, NJ.
He met his college sweetheart, Barbara, at Athens College in Alabama in 1967. They then were married in Ridgefield, CT in 1969. They moved to Sarasota in 1970. George and Barbara were...
Deputy Shaun Michael Feverston
Sep 28, 2017
Deputy Shaun Michael Feverston, 28, of Bradenton, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 28, 2017.
Deputy Feverston was born on December 1, 1988 in El Paso, Texas to Robert J. and Elizabeth M. (Mummert) Feverston.
Deputy Feverston was employed as a Correctional Deputy with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office for the last four years.
...Ann Elizabeth Jacobson
Sep 27, 2017
Ann E. Jacobson, of Bradenton, FL passed away on September 27, 2017.
Born on March 21, 1935 in Chelsea MA. she was formerly of Medford, MA and Glocester, RI, she moved to Bradenton FL 18 years ago.
Ann worked for Fleet Bank as an executive administrative assistant for 15 years. She spent endless hours on...
Dreamy Faye Walker
Sep 25, 2017
Dreamy Faye Walker, 59, of Palmetto, formerly of Chicago IL, passed away on September 25, 2017.
She is survived by her loving family.
Dreamy proudly served her country as a Marine.
No local services will be held.
No local services will be held. Crossroads Christian Church 1400 10th Street West...