John O. "J.J." Jenkins, Jr., 67, Parrish, passed away May 13, 2013. John was born January 29, 1946 in Jacksonville, FL to the late John O. Sr. and Ruthie Mae (Dobbs) Jenkins. John was a true gator fan, graduating from University of Florida, and was an avid hunter. He moved to Manatee County 22 years ago coming from Charlotte, NC. He was retired from Honda Cars of Bradenton as the General Manager, member of the Manatee County Sheriff’s Advisory Board, and past member of Rotary. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Vicky ‘’Pooch’’ of Parrish, daughter, Kristi (Mike) Kraus of St. Louis, MO, son, Ben (Narissa) Jenkins of Orlando, brother, Jim (Suzanne) Jenkins of Ruskin, and six grandchildren; Kalee, Kaycie, Christian, Chloe, Kami, and Kane. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton. The family request that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202 in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Yoshiko Taylor, 76, Bradenton, passed away May 5, 2013. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, May 17, 2013 at Harvest Chapel, Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Susan Hull Lea McGowan, 97, Bradenton, passed away May 12, 2013. Susan was born on November 8, 1915 in Red Banks, Mississippi to the late William and Marion (Snow) Lea. She was a former resident of St. Simmons Island, GA, Holly Springs, MS, and North Ft. Myers, FL. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Ft. Myers, First Presbyterian Church in Holly Springs, and attended the First Presbyterian Church in Bradenton. She was predeceased by her loving husband Edward Roberts McGowan, Jr. in May of 2006, one brother, two sisters, and two grandsons. She is survived by her son, Edward Roberts (Margaret) McGowan, III of Lake Alfred, FL, daughter, Marion McGowan Proctor of Atlanta, GA, six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Services 3:30 P.M. on Saturday, May 25, 2013 in Chapel at Westminster Towers Retirement Center in Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
Published on: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Larry J. Swab, passed away May 12, 2013. Larry and his wife Jill moved to Anna Maria in 2007 from Bellbrook, Ohio, joining his sister Patty Hunt and partner Leslie Vandenberg as permanent residents of Anna Maria. Larry enjoyed fishing, walking his dogs, kayaking and loved being out in the Florida sunshine. Larry was a kind and gentleman who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration honoring him and his life will be held at a later date with his family and friends. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Monday, May 13, 2013
George Donald Shaffer, 81, Bradenton, passed away May 2, 2013. Don was born April 24, 1932 in Buffalo, NY to the late George Donald, Sr. and Evalena (Monroe) Shaffer. Don graduated from State University in Alfred, NY before moving to FL in 1955. Don served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He spent most of his life in Bradenton except for about 10 years out west in Wyoming where he worked for Getty Oil Co. While living in Bradenton he worked for Manatee Fruit Co. until his retirement in the late 1990’s. His favorite vacation spot was Walt Disney World in FL. It always put a smile on his face. One special occasion was when the family came to Disney to celebrate his 75th birthday, and other times when the family spent vacations together at Disney. It was his happy place. He also enjoyed various plants and gardening. Don was also a former member of First Presbyterian Church of Bradenton, where he taught 4th grade Sunday School as a young man and sang in the choir. In later years he was a member of the Braden River Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Yvonne (Knight) Shaffer, daughters, Sharon Shaffer Reed, Diane Shaffer Vollmer, Debbie Shaffer Byerley, sons; George Donald III and Michael P. Shaffer, step-daughter, Jeannie Poling Timchal, step-sons; Mark W. and Brian C. Poling, grandchildren; Doug and Glenn Reed, Crystal Vollmer Playdon, Brendon Vollmer, Brittany and Bronson Byerley, Brittany Shaffer, step-grandchildren; Robert Poling Phillips, Trey Timchal and Megan Poling Oliveras. Great-grandchildren; Lyla and Levi Playdon, best friend Ross Johnson of Washington State, and many extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until 1 P.M. on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton with services to follow. Committal to follow at Mansion Memorial Park, Ellenton. The family request that memorials be made to the Parkinson’s Assoc. of S.W., FL at www.pasfi.org in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, May 02, 2013
Mary Evelyn (Tate) Rogers, 83, went home to be with Jesus on April 30, 2013. She was born November 6, 1929 in Enterprise (Coffee Springs), AL to the late James Daniel (J.D.) Tate and Camilla Tee (Cassady) Tate
Mrs. Rogers was a native of Coffee Springs, (Enterprise) Alabama and had lived in Bradenton, FL for over 50 years before moving to Tallahassee, FL.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Rogers; brother, Charles Barnes; two sisters, Mildred Barnes White and Annie Ruth Tate Carroll, and is survived by two sons, Jimmy (Carol) Rogers of Elijay, GA, Joe (Sarah) Rogers of Parrish, FL, two daughters, Elaine (John) Croston of Tallahassee, FL, Elizabeth (Jerry) Armstrong of Columbia, AL; two sisters, Elizabeth Tate Levan of Monroeville, AL, B.J. Tate DeGruchy of Bend, OR, ten grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.
The family will always remember the deep love and devotion she so freely gave to them during her life. To others she will be remembered as an accomplished seamstress. Evelyn was beloved by many and will be greatly missed.
The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Samoset Baptist Church, 3200 15th Street East, Bradenton, FL, 34208 with services to immediately follow at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Antioch Rogers Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Samoset Baptist Church where she was a dedicated member.
Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Destinee Ann-Marie Gross, 1, of Bradenton, passed away on April 21, 2013. Destinee was born on June 14, 2011 in Bradenton to Phillip Wayne Gross, Jr. and Debra Ann-Marie Meneely. She is survived in addition to her parents by a brother, Phillip Wayne Gross, III, paternal grandmother and step-grandfather; Stella and Billy Ray Parks Davis, maternal grandfather and step-grandmother; Terrance and Lee Meneely, her maternal great-grandparents all of Bradenton, and many extended family members and friends. Private family services will be held at a later date and time. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton
Published on: Monday, April 29, 2013
Lois H. Bailey, 87, Bradenton, passed away on April 24, 2013. Lois was born on August 22, 1925 in Bradenton to the late Charles Edward and Lois E. (DeForce) Henrickson. She was a lifelong resident of Bradenton, and worked as an Insurance Secretary for Wyman Green & Blalock Insurance Company in Bradenton from where she retired with over 39 years of service. Lois was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bradenton where she was a member of the Choir, card ministry and volunteered in the church office. She was predeceased by her two loving husbands, Melvin E. Erickson in 1962, and James Sharpe Bailey in 1996, and is survived by her step-son; Jay (Bernie) Bailey of Alpharetta, GA, sister; Ruth E. Webb of Orlando, FL, two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, nephew, Christopher A. (Julie) Jones of Raleigh, NC, niece, Elizabeth K. Carter of Orlando, FL., and many extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10-11 A.M. at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton with services to follow at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be private. The family request that memorials be made to the First Presbyterian Church Choir in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Friday, April 26, 2013
Taylor John Davis, 27, Bradenton, passed away on April 6, 2013. Taylor was born on July 4, 1985 in Pinellas County, Florida to Glen and Kimberly (Stock) Davis. He moved to Manatee County at a very young age. Taylor worked as a loader and driver for a local moving company until his health forced his retirement at a very young age. He is survived by his loving wife Christina (Mays) Davis of Bradenton, two step-sons; James Davis of Bradenton, Jonothan Mays of Marietta, GA, two step-daughters; Summer Davis and Skyla Mays both of Bradenton, his parents; Glen Davis of St. Petersburg, FL, Kimberly Stock-Davis of Sarasota, brother, Colton Davis of Sarasota, sister Lily Davis of Bradenton, and his grandparents, and many extended family members, friends and acquaintances. A memorial celebration of Taylor’s life will be held at 2 P.M. on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Emerson Point on Snead Island in Palmetto, Florida. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
Published on: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Robert D. Hughes, Sr., 83, Bradenton, passed away April 21, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on Aug. 1, 1929 in Poultney, VT to the late David H. and Myfanwy Hughes. Robert served with the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean Conflict. He also served as a Supervisor and firefighter for the Naval Underwater Systems Center in New London, CT, was a volunteer firefighter with the Niantic Fire Department for over 50 yrs., Fire Marshall for the town of East Lyme, CT, and was a life member of the Welsh Presbyterian Church in Poultney. Robert moved to Florida in January of 1986 and was a member of the American Legion Post 312 in Oneco, and past member of the Loyal Order of Moose of Bradenton. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Loretta (Goff) of Bradenton, two sons; Robert D. Jr. of East Hampton, CT, Wayne L. of Niantic, CT, three daughters; Gwen Zarkos of Niantic, CT, Renee L. Fekete of Lawrenceville, NJ, Monique Rowley-Samperi of Ashford, CT, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date and time. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Welsh Presbyterian Church in Poultney, VT, Niantic Fire Department or TideWell Hospice in Robert's memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Abriyona Nevaeh Davis, infant daughter of Amanda R. Wood and Kyon L. Davis of Palmetto was called home on April 8, 2013. She is survived in addition to her parents by maternal grandparents; Richard R. and Lisa Wood, Janet and Carl Wilks, paternal grandparents; Felix Davis and Bonita Burrell, all of Palmetto, maternal great-grandmothers; Marie Harmon, Diane Bass both of Palmetto, paternal great-grandmother, Thomastine Samuel of Palmetto, maternal great-great-grandmother, Edna Mae Hardin of Palmetto, and by numerous loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Abriyona will be forever loved, gone but not forgotten by her loving family. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, April 13, 2013
Charlotte Ross Kieffer, 97, passed away quietly on April 2, 2013. Born in Akron, Ohio, Charlotte came to Bradenton with her husband Ted from Massillon, Ohio after she retired as a legal secretary for the Massillon Municipal Courts in 1982. Charlotte was employed in Bradenton by Baber Court Reporting until she was in her late 80’s. She was preceded in death by beloved husband Ted and is survived by daughter Karen Kieffer of Ocala, FL, son Ross, daughter-in-law Laurel and granddaughter Brooke Kieffer all of Akron, Ohio. There will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Bishop Animal Shelter SPCA of Manatee County, 5718 21st Ave. W., Bradenton, Fl. 34209. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, April 13, 2013
Alice E. Richardson, 99, Bradenton, passed away April 9, 2013. She was born on Feb. 4, 1914 in Irvine, KY to the late Homer and Ida (Wright) Taylor. Alice retired as a bookkeeper with 20th Century Fox Motion Pictures, and moved to Bradenton in 1976 coming from Norwood area of Cincinnati, OH. She was a member of the West Bradenton Baptist Church, and the Manatee River Garden Club. Alice was predeceased by her husband J.R. Richardson, and is survived by her three nephews; Robert (Rita) Broun of Cincinnati, OH, Mark Stone of Bradenton, David (Carolyn) Stone of Ft. Worth, TX, two nieces; Lois Shiffman, Melody Snyder both of Ft. Myers, FL, and many extended family members. Services will be held in Cincinnati, OH under the direction of the Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home with interment at the Arlington Memorial Gardens in Mt. Healthy, OH. Local arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
Published on: Saturday, April 13, 2013
Mr. James N. Wood, Jr.James N. Wood, Jr., 88, Bradenton, FL, passed away on April 8, 2013. James was born on April 26, 1924 in Richmond, VA to the late James N. Wood, Sr. and Norella (Jennings) Wood. Following his high school graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corp and was called to active duty in March of 1943. He received his P-51 training in Bartow, FL and then left for the United Kingdom in April of 1944 where he was assigned to the 487th Squadron of the 352nd Fighter Group at Bodney. He flew his first mission on June 2, 1944, and flew his 4th and 5th missions on D-Day. He continued flying combat missions until VE-Day. During his military career he flew 89 missions in a P-51 Mustang, destroying three German planes in the air and one on the ground. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 11 Oak Leaf Clusters, and numerous other medals and citations. He was also credited with many extraordinary P-51 experiences such as landing one dead stick, one afire, and one junked because of combat damage. During his military career he trained many P-51 pilots in combat tactics at Bodney thru VJ Day. He was discharged to the Reserves in December of 1945 as a Captain, and retired from the Reserves in 1958 as a Major. After his military service he graduated from the University of VA in 1950 with a BA Degree. He then worked as a commodities merchant in Memphis, TN for F.M. Crump & Co. and then later on for Bunge in Mobile, AL. There he and his wife, Kathleen, were very active in the civil rights movement. In 1968 he moved to Atlanta to work as the Business Manager for the Southern Regional Council, or SRC. The SRC was an organization dedicated to the ideals of equal opportunity for all people in the region. One of its most important initiatives while James was there was the Voter Education project which helped support voter registration efforts across the South. James ended his working years as Director of Customer Service for the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority during the years in which it built the system throughout Atlanta. He lived in the Druid Hills and Stone Mountain areas of Atlanta for over 30 years until moving to Bradenton in 1999. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years Kathleen (Kitchen) Wood on January 2, 2011, and is survived by his son James N. ‘’Chip’’ Wood, III of Atlanta, GA, daughter, Susan (George) Evans of Bradenton, FL, and two grandsons, George W. Evans, III, and Timothy P. Evans, both of Brooklyn, NY. Private family services will be held at a later date. The family requests that donations be made to the University of Virginia. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, April 11, 2013
Aileen Cadwell Haskell-Haines, 88, formerly of Michigan, died April 8, 2013. She was born in Highland Park, Michigan, attended public schools in Ferndale, Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan. Her 35 year career in social services was focused on service to children and families. Aileen was active in the Bradenton Branch, American Association of University Women and a member of the Manatee Branch A.A.U.W. She was a member of the League of Women Voters and a member of Unity Church in the Woods. She was preceded in death by her husbands; George Atwood Haskell, Sr., and Paul Gerard Haines. She is survived by a son, George A. (Linda) Haskell Jr. of Northport, Fl., daughter, Victoria Lynn of Ellenton, grandson, Lawrence Haines(Megan) Lynn of Weston, FL, granddaughter, Tracy (Lt. Col. Chad) Harding of Korea; brothers; Robert (Karen) and David (Dana) Cadwell of Black Mountain, NC, and three great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Manatee Children’s Services, Sarasota Child Protection Center or Bradenton Branch AAUW Scholarship Fund. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, April 11, 2013
Gail Ann Bucci, 57, of Ellenton, left this world April 8th, 2013.
Gail was born on Nov. 14th, 1955 in Malden MA. Gail moved to Sarasota/Bradenton in January of 1994. She was an inspiration to and group leader of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Support Group of Sarasota and the surrounding areas. Gail was also an active member of the Unity Church of Sarasota.
Gail is survived by her son; Joseph of Palmetto, mother, Jean DeMarco of Ellenton, father and step-mother; Ralph and Jean Rudolph of Ocala, brother Mark Rudolph of Dunnellon, sister Lisa Settembrino of AL, granddaughter Jacynda Gail Bucci of Palmetto, Nephew Michael DeMarco and great niece Haley DeMarco of NH; and many close friends.
A celebration of Gail's life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Unity Church of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL.
The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association, 801 Roeder Road, Suite 1000, Silver Springs, MD 20910 in her memory.
Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com
Published on: Monday, April 08, 2013
Jane Moffett Burd, 96, Bradenton, passed away April 4, 2013. She was born on Nov. 21, 1916 in Lexington, KY to the late Emmett and Myrtle (Blake) Crawford. Jane moved to Bradenton in 1970 coming from New Jersey. She was retired from the Manatee County Sheriff's office as a School Crossing Guard. Jane was predeceased by her four sisters, and one brother, and is survived by her daughter Carol Burd of Bradenton, one grandson, Christopher Lee Dudley of Bradenton, five great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Sunday, April 07, 2013
Andrew Whitley Barnett, 32, Bradenton, passed away on April 3, 2013 at Blake Medical Center in Bradenton. Andrew was born on December 12, 1980 in LaGrange, Georgia to James M. and Barbara (Amos) Barnett. He moved to Bradenton two years ago coming from Atlanta, GA, and worked as an Assistant Property Manager in Manatee and Hillsborough County. He was predeceased by his mother, Barbara Barnett and is survived by his sister, Sarah Britney Barnett of Bradenton, and many close friends. A celebration of his life will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Sunday, April 07, 2013
Bishop Ben H. Eason, age 73, a long time member of the community, received his promotion to glory, Monday April 1, 2013. He was preceded in death by a Grandson, SPC Patrick Lewis Lay II, having given the ultimate sacrifice, August 11, 2011. He is survived by his Wife Carolyn S. Eason of Bradenton, Daughter and Son in law Stefenie and Arturo Hernandez of Bradenton, His son and daughter in law Dale and Patricia Eason of Bradenton. Granddaughters: Nikki Lay, Alisha Eason, Adrianna Eason, and Analeya Hernandez all of Bradenton. Grandson: Anthony Eason of Bradenton. Brother: Bobby Eason of Lily, FL. He is also survived by his extended family which includes virtually everyone he has ever met. His life is marked by his faithfulness to everything he was involved in. As a minister he held several positions for the United Pentecostal Church of Florida, He served on a sectional level as Sunday School director, He served as Sunday School secretary and director in the Florida District for more than ten years, and most recently 14 years as a member of the Florida District Board, serving as the presbyter of South West Florida, section seven. He was also an Assistant Pastor and Pastor in Bradenton in what is now Life Covenant Sanctuary for over 40 years. He had a long career as a Produce manager for Publix Super Mkt. and retired after nearly 30 years to work full time in ministry. He also served two years in the US Navy. Services will be held Saturday, April 6, 2013 with visitation open to the public at 11am and the Going Home Service will be at 1pm, at Life Covenant Sanctuary, 5428 39th Street East, Bradenton, FL, 34203. The family request that in lieu of flowers, please remit any donations to Life Covenant Sanctuary, PO Box 20488, Bradenton, FL 34204 for the expansion of our current facility. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, April 03, 2013
Jean Louise Crichton, 88, Bradenton, passed away on March 31, 2013. Jean was born on September 2, 1924 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Samuel and Vera (Bailey) Kerswill. She was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Women’s Auxillary. Jean moved to Bradenton coming from Silver Springs, Florida two years ago. She was predeceased by her husband Robert C. in 1994 and a daughter, Susan Eisbrenner in 2011. Jean is survived by her two sons and their wives; William and Verna Crichton of Sarasota, Michael and Darlene of Conneaut, Ohio, one daughter, Bonnie Ware of Bradenton, one step-brother, Samuel, and two step-sisters; Cheryl and Margaret all of New York, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Private family committal services will be held at a later date at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida where she will be laid to rest next to her husband. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Monday, April 01, 2013
Aaliyah Ivette Hererra, infant daughter of Alexis Rae Garza and Emerson Hererra Adonis of Bradenton, was born and passed away on March 25, 2013. She is survived by many extended family members. Private family services will be held at a later date and time.
Published on: Sunday, March 31, 2013
E. Paul Shattuck, 76, Bradenton, Fl, passed away March 27, 2013. Paul was born October 27, 1936 in Milford, MA to the late Harry and Dorris (Stetson) Shattuck. He moved to Lanark Village, FL in 1987 coming from Maine and then in 1999 moved to Bradenton, FL. He was a self-employed contractor working in the construction industry for many years. He was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Cynthia in 2001 and is survived by his two daughters; Shelly Gagne of Guilford, ME, Robin Shattuck of Dover Foxcroft, ME, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date in Maine. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Chloe Francoise Belis, infant daughter of Joseph and Caroline Belis of Bradenton. Chloe was born on May 31, 2012 in Bradenton and was a lifelong resident. She is survived in addition to her parents by her brother, Blake, maternal grandparents; Mitchel and Marie-Noelle Cerene paternal grandparents; Greta Belis, Mitchel and Becky Belis, all of Bradenton, paternal great-grandfather, Mitchel Belis of New York, maternal great-grandmothers; Denise Cerene and Maryvonne Jossermos both of France, paternal great-grandmother, Mimi Jacobs of PA, and many extended family members. Private family services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to All Children’s Hospital c/o Children’s Miracle Network (www.donations.childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals.org) in Chloe’s memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Ronaldo Antonio Martinez Olvera, 35, Bradenton, passed away March 25, 2013. Born February 1, 1978 in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico. He is survived by a daughter, Ashley M. Martinez, mother, Rosa Maria Olvera, siblings; Rosa Angelica Martinez, Ramses Alejandro Martinez, Salvador Martinez, Jorge Aubrey Lucas, Miquel Jose Lucas, grandparents; Antonio Martinez and Angelica Garza. Visitation 10-11am Thurs., March 28, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton, with services to follow at 11am. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Clarissa Sportelli, 22, Bradenton, died March 7, 2013. Survived by brother, Joseph, two sisters; Alicia & Virginia, one nephew. Private family services at a later date. Condolences may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Nancy Christine Atkinson, 90, Holmes Beach, passed away March 9, 2013. Nancy was born on August 4, 1922 in Collinsville, Illinois to the late George and Christine (Edwards) Kalbfleisch. She moved to Manatee County in the late 1940’s coming from St. Louis, MO. Nancy was an accomplished golfer where she won several tournaments at the Bradenton Country Club and their summer home Highland Falls Country Club in Highland, N.C. Nancy is survived by her loving husband John Atkinson of Holmes Beach, and her daughter and her husband; Christine and Steven Nelson of Bradenton. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Myra Faye Solis, 66, Bradenton, passed away March 8, 2013. She was born on March 27, 1946 in Richard City, TN to the late Benjamin F. and Myra Helen (Sutton) Smallwood. Faye was retired from Lawry’s Restaurant in Las Vegas where she worked as a waitress for 22 years. She moved to Bradenton in 2010 coming from there. Locally she was a member of The Bridge Church at Palma Sola Bay and loved her cats and doing crafts. She is survived by her three sons; Carl (Leanna) Carter, Gene Rossi both of Bradenton, Brian Carter of Salt Lake City, UT, daughter; Lori (Jeff) Gabbard of Bradenton, three brothers; Edward (Jean) Smallwood of San Antonio, TX, Michael (Irene) D’Andrea of Thousand Oaks, CA, Frank D’Andrea of Los Angeles, CA, sister Minnie (Paul) Kristina of Lowell, IN, four grandchildren; Jeffrey, Taylor & Katie Gabbard, Aleesa Carter, and one great-grandson; Colton Gabbard. The family will receive friends from 1-3 P.M. on Wed. March 13, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton with services to follow at 3:00 P.M. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Helen Cooper Day died March 18, 2013 in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 98, after a long illness. Helen Annette Cooper was born December 26, 1914 in Perry, Florida to William and Mattie Lula (Watson) Cooper. She moved with her family to Bradenton in 1926 from Brooksville, Florida. Helen attended Ballard Elementary School and graduated in 1931 from Bradenton High School (‘’the youngest in the class’’). She was selected Miss Bradenton in 1931 and went on to the Miss Florida bathing beauty contest in Clearwater, where she won the “Pajama Revue.” In 1933, she was Miss Manatee County. From 1934 to 1944, Helen ran the Auto Tag Agency for Manatee County under “Gib” Johnson. On December 24, 1939, Helen married high school classmate, Edward C. “Pete” Day and later assisted in the family business, Day’s Mens Furnishings (1951-1978). She was a life-long member of the First United Methodist Church of Bradenton, where she taught Sunday school for many years. She was also a member of the Manatee River Garden Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward C. “Pete” Day; brother, Charles Cooper; sisters, Irma (Cass) Peurifoy and Charlotte E. Cooper. She is survived by her son, Dr. Michael (Ann) Day, and daughter, Patricia (Jack) Knowlton; grandchildren, Charlotte Jane Knowlton, Elizabeth Day, and John Knowlton; and niece, Janna Chambers. Visitation will be 10:00 am Saturday, March 23, 2013, at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton, FL. Services will follow at 11:00 am. Interment will be in Fogartyville Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Robbie F. Prosser, 70, Bradenton, passed away March 13, 2013. Survived by son; Bryan (Melissa) of Bradenton, sister, Marsha (Ronald) Lamb of Jacksonville, FL, and four grandchildren; Kaileigh, Kelseigh, Fin and Quin. Services at a later date in Jacksonville. FL. Condolences may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Monday, March 18, 2013
Mr. William James TyrrellWilliam James (Jim) Tyrrell, 89, Bradenton, passed away March 16, 2013. He was born on December 6, 1923 in Detroit, MI to the late William and Loretta (Wise) Tyrrell. He was a 1942 graduate of the Catholic Central High School in Detroit. Following graduation he served with the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1943-1945 in the Troop Carrier Division serving in the U.S., England and France. After his military service he went on to attend and graduate from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN in 1949 and the Memphis State University in 1954 with a LLB degree. Jim started his banking career in 1950 working at the First National Bank in Memphis, TN as the Vice-President and Senior Loan Officer until 1969. In 1969 he moved to Bradenton, and worked for Ellis First National Bank until 1985 where he was Chairman of the Board and Director of Ellis Bank Corporation. He left Ellis in 1985 and was one of the original founders of the First National Bank of Manatee where he served as the C.E.O. and Board Chairman until his retirement in 1995. Jim was also a member of the Ss. Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bradenton. He was also a very passionate and AVID alumnus and fan of the University of Notre Dame, and liked to play golf, read, listen to music and play bridge. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Regina Tyrrell in 1998 , and a daughter Marianne in 1987 and is survived by his four daughters; Eileen of Santa Fe, NM, Susan of Stamford, CT, Patricia (Mark) Short of Bloomfield Hills, MI and Anna Maria, Fl, Nancy Haller of Bradenton, seven granddaughters; Regina, Kelly, Katie, Jennifer, Megan, Michelle and Maddy, cousin, Jim Hillman of Tampa, FL and son-in-law, Kerry Brouk of NY, NY. The family will receive friends from 5-7 P.M. on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Avenue W., Bradenton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 A.M. on Friday, March 22, 2013 at Ss. Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church, 2850 75th Street W., Bradenton. Interment will follow at Mansion Memorial Park, Ellenton with final military honors. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Manatee County. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Monday, March 18, 2013
J. Lynn Gilmore, 90, Bradenton, Born on Oct. 8, 1922 in Wauchula, FL. He came to Bradenton in 1945. Lynn has been involved in several business ventures over the years, including partnership in Harrison Gas Service and partnership and management of Golf Lakes Mobile Home Estates. A lifelong Baptist and son of a Baptist minister, Lynn was a charter member of West Bradenton Baptist Church, where he served as treasurer, chairman of building committee and Board of Deacons. In recent years, he has been a member of First Baptist Church of Bradenton. Survived by his wife of 71 years, Genevieve Moseley Gilmore.The family will receive friends from 10-10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 in the Memorial Chapel at First Baptist Church of Bradenton, 1306 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton with services to follow at 10:30 AM officiated by Rev. Travis Hudson of Chiefland, Fl, and Dr. Rick Lineberger, Senior Pastor of First Baptist. Burial will be private. The family request in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to the Debt Retirement Fund at First Baptist Church of Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Monday, March 18, 2013
Bessie B. Heath, 83, Ellenton, passed away March 16, 2013. She was born July 27, 1929 in Buchanan, VA to the late James Henry and Ellie Jane (Braffman) Smith. She came to Manatee County in the 1970’s. Bessie worked for Piccadilly Restaurant for several years. She was an avid bingo and games of chance player. Bessie was predeceased by her son; Wayne Heath, and thirteen brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter-in-law; Carol Heath of Morgantown, GA, two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
Published on: Monday, March 18, 2013
Charles Patrick Foley, 69, Bradenton, passed away Feb. 9, 2013. Charles was born on August 17, 1943 in Boston, MA to the late Charles and Gertrude Foley. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and later on served as a Chaplain for the Air Force in a reserve capacity. Charles received his Doctorate degree from Andover Newton in MA. He was an ordained minister, licensed Psychologist and a member of the Friends of Bill. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth VanThiel of San Marcos, CA., and his former wife, Patricia Schalk of Bradenton. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sat. March 23, 2013 at St. George Episcopal Church, Bradenton. Further services and inurnment will take place at the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego on Fri, April 19, 2013 at 1:30 P.M. with final military honors by the U.S. Army Honor Guard. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to either the S.t George’s Episcopal Church Food Pantry or TideWell Hospice in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, March 16, 2013
Robbie Joan Prosser, 70, Bradenton, passed away on March 13, 2013 at Tampa General Hospital, Tampa, FL. Robbie was born on March 23, 1942 in Midland, Arkansas to the late Leo and Velma (Vess) Frasher. She has been a resident of Bradenton since 2003 coming here from Jacksonville, Florida. While living in Jacksonville she was a member of the All Souls Episcopal Church. Locally she was a member of the Cortez Road Baptist Church. Robbie was predeceased by a Eric and is survived by her son and his wife; Bryan and Melissa Prosser of Bradenton, one sister and her husband; Marsha and Ronald Lamb of Jacksonville, Florida and four dear grandchildren; Kaleigh, Kelseigh, Fin and Quin. Services will be held at a later date and time in Jacksonville, Florida. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Tampa General Transplant Program HMT500, c/o Angelina Korson, P.O. Box 1289, Tampa, Florida 33601 in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Friday, March 15, 2013
Mrs. Sue Turner MaddoxSue Turner Maddox, 80, Cortez, passed away March 1, 2013. Sue, the granddaughter of Capt. Nathan Fulford who was one of the founders of the town of Cortez, was born on March 3, 1932 in Mulberry, FL to the late Christopher C. and Myrtle (Fulford) Turner. She grew up in the Mulberry area, and lived there until 1965 when she moved to Manatee County. While living in Mulberry, Sue and her late husband R.C. Dick Maddox owned and operated the Humpty Dumpty Restaurant in Mulberry until the mid 1960's. While residing in Manatee County Sue worked as a bookkeeper with A.P. Bell Fish Company in Cortez, as waitress with Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant, and many other local businesses. Sue was a long time advocate for the Cortez fishing village, and was a member of the Island Democratic Club where she served as the Treasurer. She was also active within The Florida Institute of Salt Water Heritage, served as a Docent at The Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez, served as an usher with the Asolo Repository Theatre, volunteered as a Guardian Ad Litem for many years, and also donated her time as a reading assistant at the Anna Maria Elementary School. She was predeceased by a sister, Martha T. Osborne, and is survived by her two loving sons and their wives: Richard and Annette of Cortez, Michael and Paula of Terra Ceia, her brother and his wife, Christopher "Skeet" and Kitty Turner of St. Petersburg, sister, Betty Lou Turner of Bradenton, five dear grandchildren, Crystal, Cassie, Karla,Tres, and Christopher, and a nephew Chris Osborne whom she raised, and his two children as grandchildren. The family will receive friends for a memorial to remember and celebrate her life on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 1-3 P.M. at the Swordfish Grill Restaurant in Cortez. The family requests that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to: Florida Institute of Saltwater Heritage, Florida Maritime Museum, or the Island Democratic Club in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, March 07, 2013
Robert “Bobby” Alan Molter, 32, Bradenton, passed away March 5, 2013. Bobby was born in Bradenton on May 1, 1980. He was a lifelong resident of Bradenton. Bobby was a graduate of Manatee Technical Institute, and worked as an appliance repair technician. He was also an avid fisherman, hunter and outdoorsman. Bobby is survived by his two children; Robert A. “Bobby” Molter, Jr., and Jacquelyn Molter, father, Dan E. Molter, mother, Barbara Babb Molter, three sisters; Lori (Danny) M. Stott, Caryn and Mallory Molter, brother, Danny E. Molter, Jr., grandmothers; Faith Molter and Virginia Babb, and several aunts, uncles and many extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 10, 2013 from 4-7 P.M. at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 11 AM at West Bradenton Baptist Church, 1305 43rd Street West, Bradenton. Committal will follow at Fogartyville Cemetery in Bradenton. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Salvation Army, 1204 14th Street W, Bradenton, Fl. 34205 in Bobby’s memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, March 07, 2013
Marion Dickinson McLaughlin, 90, Bradenton, passed away Feb. 28, 2013. Marion was born on April 2, 1922 in Bellows Falls, VT to the late George and Marjorie (Lovell) Dickinson. She served with the U.S. Navy as a WAVE during WWII. Marion moved to Bradenton in 1977 coming from Chesapeake, VA. She was a member of the Submarine Veterans Women's Auxiliary, and past member of the Cape Vista Card Club. Marion was predeceased by her two loving husbands; William Stoup in 1976 and John McLaughlin in 2008. She is survived by her two dear children and their spouses; William and Patti Stout of Canonsburg, PA, Deborah Ann and Paul Mitchell of Lake Village, AR, one sister; Dorothy Darling of Burlington, VT, six darling grandchildren; Elizabeth (Dan Roth) Michael, Mary Michelle (Todd) Mazzanti, Jacob Michael, John and Jeff Stout, Meredith (John) Strack, who are also the parents of Marion's only precious great-granddaughter, Leah. Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Further services and interment will take place at the Jefferson Memorial Park in Pleasant Hills, PA. Memorials may be made to TideWell Hospice in Marion's memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Saturday, March 02, 2013
Hazel B. Parker, 82, Bradenton, passed away Feb. 27, 2013. She was born on Aug. 20, 1930 in Hines, FL to the late Arbie P. and Effie (Coker) Bracewell. She has been a resident of Bradenton since 1967 coming from Port St. Joe, FL. Hazel worked as a clerk for many different businesses in Manatee County, and also worked as a Data Processor for Blake Medical Center for 3 years. She was a member of the Southside Baptist Church. Hazel was predeceased by her husband James A. Parker, Sr., and is survived by her two children; James A. Parker, Jr, and Brenda J. Teel both of Bradenton, and two grandchildren; Ashley B. Parker and Sean P. Teel. The family will receive friends from 5-7 P.M. on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton. Services will be held at 1:30 P.M. on Sunday, March 3, 2013 in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Mansion Memorial Park, Ellenton. Memorials may be made to Southside Baptist Church in her memory. Condolences for the family can be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, February 28, 2013
Jack Ervin Schooley, 92, of Bradenton, Florida, went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2013, with his family by his side. He was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on December 25, 1920. He moved to the Sarasota and Bradenton area in 1952 with his wife and children. He owned several local businesses, including gas, propane, home building, and commercial real estate businesses. He was a graduate of Valley Forge Military Academy, a member of the U.S. Naval band, a World War II veteran who served in the Pacific theater on the USS Alabama, and a long-standing member of First Presbyterian Church in Bradenton, Florida. In his retirement, he enjoyed touring the United States with the Good Sam Club, his membership in the Gulf Coast Carvers Guild, and golfing with friends at the Bradenton Country Club. Jack is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty, his sons Dennis (married to Vicki) and Glenn (married to Clyde), and his daughter Joyce Speakman (married to David). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jennifer Lee Schooley, Susan Denise Albertson, Christopher Glenn Schooley and Kathryn Eleanor Schooley Faircloth. His great-grandchildren are Jack Stringer and Monaco 'Coco' Wayne (through mother, Jennifer), Austin and Logan Albertson (through mother, Susan), Aiden Schooley (through father, Chris), and Ryan and Alexis Faircloth (through mother, Kathryn). A funeral service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 2:00 pm. Donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
James Leroy Miller, 80, Lutz, passed away Feb. 21, 2013. James was born March 5, 1932 in Green Castle, IN to the late Floyd R. and Martha (Haverkamp) Miller. He served with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and moved to Hillsborough Cnty in 1958. He owned and operated several service stations in Hillsborough County until 1982 when he started an automotive equipment lift service. He was a former lobbyist, State & National Gasoline Retailers where he was former State president. Life member of the Lions Club, and was a member of numerous civil, and political organizations, and was a well known civic activist in Hillsborough County. He was predeceased by a brother Bill and is survived by his loving wife Mary Jo (Thralls), son, James L. Jr., both of Lutz, daughter, Judy (Kalin) Hall of Sarasota, brother, Tom (Marsha) of Green Castle, IN, sister, JoAnne McFarland of Indianapolis, IN, four grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 3:30 P.M. on Sat. March 2, 2013 at the VanDyke United Methodist Church, Lutz. Memorials may be made to USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute, 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., MDC70, Tampa, FL 33612, Att: Holly Lisle. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Sunday, February 24, 2013
Charles Patrick Foley, 69, Bradenton,passed away on February 9, 2013 at his residence. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at St. George Episcopal Church, Bradenton. Further services and committal with military honors will take place at the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego with final honors by the United States Army Honor Guard.
Published on: Sunday, February 24, 2013
Rachel Elizabeth Reed, 44, Bradenton, passed away on February 17, 2013 at the Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton. Rachel was born on July 18, 1968 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania to Craig J. Roberts and Janet Coking Looker. Rachel moved to Florida in 2010 coming from Zanesville, Ohio. She worked as a telemarketer and was an avid shopper. Rachel is survived by her loving son, Austin Reed of Zanesville, Ohio, her mother, Janet Looker of Bradenton, father and step-mother; Craig Roberts and Florence Mazza of Hanover, Pennsylvania, two brothers; David Earl Pinero of Queens, New York, Hubert Christopher Pinero of Wiles Barre, Pennsylvania, paternal grandfather, John Roberts of Pittston, Pennsylvania. Private family services will be held at a later date. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be made to LifeLink, 409 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa, Fl. 33606 in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Thursday, February 21, 2013
Augustus C. “Buddy” Ivey, 79, Ellenton, passed away Feb. 19, 2013. He was born on Aug. 14, 1933 in Sarasota to the late Furna and Cecilia (Calhoun) Ivey, and was a lifelong resident of the area. Buddy served with the U.S. Navy. He was the former co-owner of the former Ivey Auto Parts in Bradenton, a longtime family business. He was also a member of the Christ Community Church in Bradenton where he was an active member. Buddy was predeceased by his brother Jimmy in 2010, and is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, JoAnn (Maichel) of Ellenton, two dear children; Julie (Gary) Clark of Myakka City, Tony (Colleen) Baumgartner of Carmel, IN, sister Martha Mead of Sarasota, four grandchildren and one great-grandson. A celebration of Buddy’s life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at the Christ Community Church, 1803 57th Ave., Bradenton. The family request in lieu of flowers for memorials to be made to TideWell Hospice or Fellowship Alliance Church Missions in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Joseph Henry Hunsader, 51, Bradenton, passed away Feb. 18, 2013. Joseph was born on Jan. 31, 1962 in Manitowoc, WI to Robert K. and Joyce (Budnar) Hunsader. He moved to Bradenton in 1967 coming from Manitowoc. Joseph graduated in 1980 from Manatee High School, and attended Manatee Junior College. Joseph was the owner of Hunsader Growers and Hunsader Brothers in Bradenton. His passions included mechanical work, real estate investing, and most of all helping others. Even after his passing he donated his tissues to help other people. Joseph was predeceased by his father Robert in 2000, and is survived by his fiancée, Pamela Harvey of Sarasota, two dear children; Megan (Jordan) Chancey of Palmetto, Matthew of Bradenton, mother, Joyce of Bradenton, brother, Ken (Nicole) of Daphne, AL, sister, Ann (Dan Krone) of Bradenton, and one granddaughter, Tenley of Bradenton. Visitation will be from 6-8 P.M. with a prayer service at 7:30 P.M. on Fri. Feb. 22, 2013 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 Noon on Sat. Feb. 23, 2013 at Ss. Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church, 2850 75th St. W., Bradenton. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the American Heart Association in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
Published on: Wednesday, February 20, 2013
