Judith L. Chatain, 76, Bradenton, passed away, February 3, 2012. She was born on March 13, 1935 in New Milford, CT to the late Garwood & Doris (Neal) Devaux. Judith was retired from the Children’s Center in New Milford as a Preschool Teacher with over 30 years of service. She moved to Bradenton in 2002 and was a member of Kirkwood Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Henry, a son Peter of Alfred, NY, two daughters; Melissa and her husband Geoffrey Thomas of New Milford, CT, Holly and her husband Albert Irving of Garden City, MO, three sisters; Nancy & Jerry Eidam of Santa Cruz, CA, Deborah Devaux of Kent, CT, Jennifer and Jim Hearn of Aspen, CO, and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced and held at a later date at Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, Bradenton. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to Kirkwood Presbyterian Church in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Linda Van Metre/ Walters, 60, Palmetto FL. died peacefully Jan. 29 2012 at Manatee Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Born August 13, 1951 to Maurice J. and Mary Jane (Haffele) Francis in Hazel Green WI. A 1969 graduate of Warren (IL) High School, and Eastern IL University Charleston she re-located to Manatee County from Rockford Il in 1986 to begin a 13 year association with St. Joseph Catholic School in Bradenton instructing English/Literature at the Jr. High level earning a “ tough as nails” reputation from her students while working to further her credentials with a Masters Degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in1990. Beginning in Sept. of 1990 to present she has taught English/ Lit III and IV at Manatee High School referred to by students as the” kick butt grammar guru” who demanded excellence from her students while earning their respect as a great instructor and friend . A member of the ASPCA, she had a lifelong soft heart for abandoned or distressed animals ,currently caring for their four cats. United in marriage to Mike Walters on April 21 2007, she is survived by her husband, stepsons Chris and Tim Walters, Palmetto, brother Jim (Kim) Francis Warren Il, nephew Jacob Francis and niece/ god-daughter Krystal Francis, Warren IL and niece Karla Francis Hazel Green WI. Uncle Lee ( Mary) Francis Dubuque IA, Aunt Jane( Haffele) Bruun, Hazel Green WI. and many cherished cousins in the Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa area along with many close friends scattered throughout the United States and Germany. A Family/ Friends Eulogy will be held at 8:45 AM Saturday Feb. 4 2012 with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church Bradenton FL. Family request memorials be made to the ASPCA in Linda’s memory in lieu of flowers. Online Condolences may be made at www. Shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton FL.
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Rev. John Clawson Bonser, 73, Bradenton, died at home on January 29, 2012. John was born on May 15, 1938 to the late Howard & Nina Bonser. He attended the University of Tennessee and graduated from the Pennsylvania State University in 1959. He received both a Bachelor of Divinity degree and a Master of Sacred Theology degree from the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He was ordained by the United Lutheran Church in America in 1962, and served three parishes in Pennsylvania. After moving to Bradenton in 1977, he became a Registered Investment Advisor with Raymond, James and Associates and was a Certified Financial Planner. John was an avid photographer and a member of the Island Gallery West for many years. He was an active member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Holmes Beach, and was involved with All Island Denominations and Inquiring Minds. John is survived by his wife, Susan, his son, Donald, his daughter, Amy (Matt) Valenzisi, his step-daughter, Margretta Goodis, his step-son, William (Alyson) Karow, his brother, Curtis (Jane), and sister-in-law, Catherine Raymond. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Sarah, Robert, Chase, and Graham, other extended family members and many friends. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Holmes Beach. Inurnment will be in the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church memorial garden at. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, Fl. 34217. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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James “Bob” Beal, 82, Bradenton, Fl., passed away January 26, 2012. He was born on April 14, 1929 in Manito, Illinois to the late John & Etta (Murphy) Beal. He was reared in the Manito and Green Valley, IL. He served with the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII and was a retired iron worker and building contractor in Il and U.S. Virgin Islands. Bob lived in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands for over 20 years before moving to Bradenton in 1999. He was the last of eleven children, and is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Bonnie of Bradenton, three sons; Richard (Kathy) of Pekin, IL, Keith (Mary) of Green Valley, IL, Kim (Kay) of Concord, AK, three daughters; Vicky (Bill) Ostrom of Hemphill, TX, Cindy (Ed) Baker of Green Valley, IL, Tammy (Rick) Feilner of Bedford, IN, two step-sons; Chris Chiapusio of Charlotte, NC, Scott Chiapusio of Plantation, Fl., thirteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date in Illinois. Memorials may be made in his memory to TideWell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, Fl. 34238. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Louise R. Senander, 86, Bradenton, passed away January 21, 2012. She was born August 1, 1925 in Waynesboro County, PA to the late Lester and Genevieve (Geesaman) Felix. Moved to Bradenton from St. Petersburg, FL over 10 years. Member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, St. Petersburg. She was retired from SunTrust in St. Petersburg, and was a realtor for several years. She was predeceased by her loving husband Richard Senander in 1998. Survived by her son; Phillip (Karen) Williams of Bradenton, sister, Mary Ellen Hivner of Calabasas, CA, and granddaughter, Tiffany Williams of Bradenton. Visitation will be from 10-11 A.M. Saturday, January 28, 2012 with services to follow at 11 A.M. at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Committal to follow at Garden Sanctuary in Seminole. Memorials may be made to Lifecare of Sarasota, 8104 Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, Fl. 34243 in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Frank Eldon McDowell, 40, Bradenton, FL and Frisco, N.C., passed away on January 2, 2012 at his residence in Bradenton. Frank was born on December 6, 1971 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Frank & Connie (Huerta) McDowell. He worked as a carpenter in the construction industry in Florida and North Carolina. Frank was predeceased by his mother, Connie and is survived by his wife, June (Williams) McDowell, two sons; Christian Craig McDowell, Francis Woodrow Alexzander McDowell, one daughter Precious Ella McDowell all of Frisco, N.C., father Frank McDowell of Frisco, NC, one brother; Ramon Galvan of McGowan, TX, three sisters; Maria Ryals of San Antonio, TX, Melissa Clever of Buxton, NC, Gina Williams of Frisco, NC and many friends and acquaintances in Florida and North Carolina. Services will be held at a later date in Frisco, N.C. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Sharon K. Mayes, 54 of Bradenton, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2012 in Sarasota, Florida. Sharon was born on October 28, 1957 in Bristol, Virginia to Jack & Barbara (Brewer) Parks. She was predeceased by her loving husband John in October of 2009 and her mother, Barbara. She is survived by her three children; Jack Mayes, Johnny Ray Mayes, and Angel Mayes all of Bradenton, her father, Jack Parks of Bradenton, three brothers; Carl Parks of Tennessee, Preston Parks of Bradenton, Steven Parks, and one sister, Christina Parks-Murkerson of Bradenton, and five grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date in the Spring. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Eleanor P. Wolfe, 74, Bradenton, passed away January 11, 2012. She was born on August 3, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan to the late George & Dorothy Popham. She moved to Bradenton in 1979 coming from Plainfield, IN. Eleanor was retired from the Manatee County School Board where she taught and served as a Guidance Counselor for the former Bradenton Middle School, King Middle and Johnson Middle, and was a member of the Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband of 49 years Ronald, son, John, daughters; Amy (Ron) Davis, Kate all of Bradenton, two brothers; George (Arlene) Popham of Portland, OR, John (Kay) Popham of Grand Junction, CO, and nine grandchildren. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 A.M. on Monday, January 16, 2012 at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church,2850 75th Street West, Bradenton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Leukemia Society in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Bruce E. Stepp, 82, Lake Placid & Venice, Fl., passed away January 10, 2012. He was born on December 25, 1929 in Logan County, West Virginia to the late Johnson & Cassie (Maynard) Stepp. Bruce served with the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from General Motors in Flint, Michigan with over 30 years of service. He was a member of the Local 659 of the Auto Workers Union, and a member of the V.F.W. Bruce moved to Florida in 1984. He is survived by his son; Shane (Heather) Shehorn of Venice, brother, Gayle (Jacquelyn ) Stepp of Lake Placid, and two granddaughters; Kaitlyn & Emily. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 13, 2012 from 6-8 P.M. at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the Oak Hill Cemetery, on Cemetery Road just East of Highway 27 in Lake Placid, Florida with military honors to be rendred by the United States Navy Honor Guard. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to TideWell Hospice in Bruce’s memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Christopher Scott Stokes, 22, Bradenton, passed away January 6, 2012. Christopher was born on January 27, 1989 in Sarasota, Fl. to Albert Aaron. & Betty (Eason) Stokes. He was a life long resident of Manatee County, where he worked as a glass cutter and formerly with the Salvation Army. He is survived in addition to his parents by his fiancée Gwendolyn Cardente, a son, Isaiah Scott Stokes, brother, Robert Aaron Stokes, sister, Tiffany Louise Stokes, and her fiancé Robert William Bartholow, and maternal grandparents; Bobby Joe & Chrissy Eason, all of Bradenton. At the request of the family visitation and services will be private. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to All Children’s Hospital in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Winnie Moser, 91, Bradenton, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2012. Winnie was born on May 21, 1920 in Rome, Georgia to the late A. Dean & Eula (Giles) Davis. She moved to Manatee County in 2005 coming from Tullahoma, Tennessee where she was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her husband Hugh in June of 2009, and a grandson Adam Wiles in March of 2010. Winnie is survived by her daughter, Karen and her husband Ray Wiles of Bradenton, and two grandchildren. Private family services will be held at the Sarasota National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Orville Wipperman, 87, Bradenton, formerly of Eldon, MO, passed away at his home on January 5, 2012. Orville was born on April 1, 1924 in Kansas City, MO. He was a veteran of World War II, including a landing at Normandy. He was a recipient of the Silver Star and Purple Heart. Orville retired as Police Chief of Camdenton, MO. Orville and his loving wife Doris retired to Bradenton in 2003 where they enjoyed 8 plus wonderful years. His joy in life came from his family, friends and his music. A singer of country songs and guitarist, Orville loved to perform and for many years pursued a professional career. . He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 64 years, Doris and his parents, Orville & Ethel Wipperman of Kansas City, MO. He is survived by two sons, Bill of Bradenton, Leonard of McMinnville, OR, two daughters, Dyanna of Banning, CA. Kathy of Anaheim, CA, two brothers, Lloyd & Carl of Kansas City, MO, sister, Bessie of San Jose, CA, nine grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and many devoted friends from all over the world. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at Oneco United Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave. E. (SR 70), Bradenton. Further services and burial will take place on Monday, January 16, 2011 in Camdenton, MO. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Oneco United Methodist Church or TideWell Hospice. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home, Bradenton.
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Edna J. Gallagher, “Nan”, 97, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011 at Blake Hospital in Bradenton. We were blessed to be her family and those who knew her over the years loved her. She was generous, thoughtful, loving and kind. Born in Atlantic City, NJ, she was raised in Philadelphia, PA. She worked for the Army Signal Corps during WWII as a purchasing agent. After the war, she, her husband and daughters moved to Newark, DE where she retired from the Chrysler Corporation as a secretary. In 1974 she and her husband moved to Long Boat Key, Fl. She was predeceased by her husband Bill, daughter, Barbara and grandson Baby Joe. Sister Rita and brothers Ed & Joe Kane, and her beloved grandson Patrick. Survivors include her daughter Rosemarie and her husband Jack Ryder with whom she resided. Grandson, Michael and great-granddaughter Jessica, grandson Bill and his wife Lisa and great-grandson, Jack. Granddaughter Kathy and great-granddaughter Melissa. Granddaughter, Joanna and her husband John, and great-granddaughter Breanna. Nephews; Charles and Steve Kane, Sisters-in-law, Olwyn Kane and Doris Shellenberger, and other relatives including her cousin, Sister Eileen Side. Services at the request of the family will be private, with arrangements for Edna to be interred at Ss. Peter & Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Memphis, TN in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home, Bradenton.
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Mark William Miller, 49, Bradenton, died December 30, 2011. Served with the U.S. Army Reserves. Survived by sister, Holly Baran, nephew, Christopher, niece, Tiffany, great-nephew, Aidan. Services at a later date in Michigan. Condolences may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Betty Louise Shaner, 84, Bradenton, passed away December 31, 2011. Survived by her daughter, Carla Miles, five grandchildren; Kim, David, Crystal, Sara Kyle and four great-grandchildren; Devin, Ty, Xavier and Kayla. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Deanne I. Kuhl, 59, went home to be with the Lord December 22, 2011. Born in Adrian, Michigan, August 16, 1952, she was the daughter of Stanley & Ilene Kuhl. Deanne attended the Concordia University in Ann Arbor, MI from 1970-72 where she played varsity basketball for the Concordia Cougars. She then attended Concordia Lutheran College in River Forest, Illinois where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1974. She was then called by the St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Texas to teach 2nd grade and coach the girl’s athletics program for five years. Deanne returned to her home town of Adrian and spent several years working in the family business and teaching at St. John Lutheran School. She came to Bradenton in 1993 where she served as the Director of the Preschool and Learning Center at Hope Lutheran Church in Bradenton. She also worked locally as a restaurant manager. She is survived in addition to her parents by her two sisters and their husbands; Deborah & Kenneth Rogner of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Patricia & Mark Durham of Bradenton, three nephews; Joshua Durham, TJ Sroufe and his wife Lisa, Patrick Sroufe, and a great-niece, Leah Sroufe. A celebration of Deanne’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, December 30, 2011 at Hope Lutheran Church, 4635 26th St. W., Bradenton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Hope Lutheran Preschool Scholarship Fund. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Mrs. Vera Espinola-BeeryVera Espinola-Beery, St. Petersburg 79, Museum Curator & Conservator of Russian Antiquities, went to be with our Lord Monday, December 26, 2011 after a long terminal illness, while residing at her daughter Karen’s home in Myakka, FL. She was born April 27, 1932 in Chicago, IL, from Russian immigrants. She was raised in New York City where she met and married her late husband Dr. Mario Espinola, a Dominican immigrant. They raised four children in Fairfax, VA where she obtained her M.A. in Museum Studies from George Washington University, Washington D.C. Vera was a Conservator and Consultant from 1976-1992 for the Smithsonian Institute; numerous other Museums, Institutions and private collectors. She was the U.S. Curator for the Florida International Museum’s signature exhibit “Treasures of the Czar”, the Titanic exhibit, plus many others throughout the world. Vera was a faithful attendee to Word of Christ International Church in Myakka, FL and a member of St. Andrews Russian Orthodox Church while residing in St. Petersburg, FL. She was predeceased by her husbands, Mario E. Espinola, M.D. and Bruce Beery; her son Mario Espinola, Jr. and her grandson John Espinola. Vera is survived by her daughters Janet Steuber and Lisa Clayborne in Northern Virginia, Karen Dakin of Myakka, FL; 6 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at The Meeting Place, 7704 County Road 674, Myakka, Fl. Private committal will take place at Royal Palm Cemetery South, St. Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local Hospice Program. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. We would like to thank Vera’s caregivers; Donna, Anna, Brie and the Hospice Staff for their compassion and love!! She rests engulfed in the love of Jesus Christ!
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Michael A. Kazil, 68 of Bradenton, passed away December 25, 2011. Michael was born on May 10, 1943 in Prague. He moved to Florida in 1991 coming from Chicago, were he worked in real estate and was the owner of a nightclub. He worked locally as a painter, and was the former owner of the Old Europe Restaurant in Bradenton. He was also a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bradenton. Michael was predeceased by his parents, and a sister. He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Linda of Bradenton, two sons; Peter Kazil of Parrish, Larry Shumway of Sarasota, two daughters; Jacqueline Kazil of Washington, D.C., Kelly Fuller of Middletown, OH, and three grandchildren; Brianne Shumway of Sarasota, Nathan & Makenzie Fuller of Riverview, Fl. A family eulogy will be held at 9:15 A.M. on Thursday, December 29, 2011 with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:30 A.M at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bradenton. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Nancy L. Cheverie, 74, Bradenton, passed away December 23, 2011. She was born on September 29, 1937 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Roy L. Sr., & Esther (Vail) Rook. She Moved to Bradenton in 1962 coming from Hamilton. She was retired from Wellcraft in Bradenton with over 20 years of service, and attended Bradenton Gospel Tabernacle. Nancy was predeceased by two brothers, and is survived by two sons; Randy (Vickie) Carberry of Bradenton, Jeffery (Kim) Carberry of Myakka City, daughter; Lisa Blacketer of Bradenton, brother, Barry (Angela) Baker of Bradenton, six sisters; Kelly Scott of Ft. Myers, Fl., Mary Crowley, Patty (Billy) Shelton, Donna (Steve) DeLesline, Betty (Roger) Roark all of Bradenton, Sissy Campbell of Hamilton, OH, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, December 29, 2011 from 12 N00N-1 P.M. with services to follow at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton. Memorials may be made to All Children’s Hospital in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Idyllis (Wallen) Murray passed away peacefully on December 21, 2011. Born on November 24, 1924 in River, Johnson County, Kentucky to Miranda (Borders) and George Hansford Wallen, She was the seventh child of ten in her family. Her siblings’ names were Roma, Mitchell, Keltz, Roberta, Shelly, Kermit, Easter, Gervin and Phyllis. They grew up on a farm where she described a family who worked together and enjoyed a simple life of country pleasures. Her family members all played different musical instruments, and she had fond memories of them playing and singing together with their parents. During WWII she proudly worked at the Kingsbury Powder Plant in Knox, Indiana, making artillery shells. She also worked for a time at a pants factory. In 1944 she met Arvin Murray who was a Merchant Marine in the Pacific. They were married on September 14, 1945 in Paintsville, Kentucky, and remained a happy, loving couple for 53 years until his death in 1998. Idyllis and Arvin were the parents of three boys. She was proud to be a homemaker and enjoyed many hobbies such as quilting and gardening, as well as upholstering with Arvin. She described her life with her family as joyous. Idyllis was a member of the Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church where she held many dear friendships. She was loved and respected by friends and family and counted herself fortunate to be surrounded by so many cherished ones. Mrs. Murray is survived by sons Richard Allen Murray of Palmetto, Florida, and his wife Vicki; Bradley Vincent Murray of Palmetto, Florida, and his wife Rebecca. She was preceded in death by her husband Arvin and her oldest son Farrell Keith Murray. Her family also includes seven grandchildren: Matthew, Melissa, Tamera, Sherena, Miranda, Vincent and Adam as well as 10 great-grandchildren. She had two brothers-in-law, four sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours for family will be from 5:30 to 6:00 P.M. and friends from 6:00 to 7:00 P.m. on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton. Funeral services will follow at 7:00 P.M. Interment will take place on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 1:30 P.M. in the Bonita Springs, Florida at the Bonita Springs Cemetery on Imperial Parkway. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com
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Ross Allen McGee, 43 of Bradenton, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 due to injuries received in a motorcycle accident. Ross was born on March 4, 1968 in Sarasota, Florida to Larry & Dorothy (Wagner) McGee. He has been a lifelong resident of Bradenton and Sarasota. Ross was a semi-tractor trailer driver. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 325 in Ellenton. Ross is survived by his son, Ross A. McGee II of Bradenton, FL, daughter, Amanda-Kay M (Reuben) Kraft of Sarasota, Fl., parents; Larry & Dorothy McGee of Bradenton, Fl., one brother, Larry (Jordana) McGee of Germantown, MD, one sister, Debra Kay (Daniel) Dubbs of Sarasota, Fl., and two grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at the Myakka City Baptist Church in Myakka City, Fl. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Wounded Warriors Program in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Gary Lamar Claar, 63, Bradenton, passed away December 14, 2011. Gary was born on April 12, 1948 in Altoona, Pennsylvania. He served with the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. Gary was a nuclear mechanic retiring from what was known as Florida Power & Light which is now known as Progress Energy in Crystal River. He moved to Bradenton six years ago coming from there. He was a member of the Congregational United Church of Christ in Bradenton. Gary is survived by his loving wife Carol of Bradenton, son and his wife; Howard Joseph & Stephanie Claar of Bradenton, daughter and her husband; Amanda Grace & Peter Norton of Bradenton, brother, James De Armitt of Altoona, Pennsylvania, two sisters; Kathleen Stephens and Helen Gummo both of Bellwood, Pennsylvania, and four grandchildren. Services will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 3:00 P.M. at the United Congregational Church of Christ in Bradenton. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Irene Morris, 81 of Nashville, TN and Bradenton, Florida, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Mrs. Morris was born on January 22, 1930 in McRae, Arkansas to the late William Albert & Lois Gertrude (Jackson) Dailey. She has been a resident of Nashville, Tennessee since 1965 coming from Germany where her late husband was stationed with the United States Military. Irene has also been a winter resident of Bradenton since 1995. She was a retired elementary school teacher for the Andrew Jackson Elementary School in Old Hickory, TN for many years, a member of the Lincoya Hills Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee were she taught the Willing Workers Sunday School Class for many years. She was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Bradenton, Florida. Irene was predeceased by her loving husband Luther P. Morris in November of 1996 and a brother Carl Dailey, she is survived by her three loving sons; Skip (Debbie) Morris of Marietta, Georgia, Rodger Morris of Nashville, Tennessee, Jeff (Lori) Morris of Fredericksburg, VA, one brother, James (Liz) Dailey of Arlington, Texas, two sisters; Freda (Woody) Smith of Rogers, Arkansas, Adelene (Luther) Bearden of Batesville, Arkansas, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 from 1-3 and 5-7 P.M. at the Hibbett & Hailey Funeral Home, 429 Donelson Parkway, Nashville, Tennessee. A celebration of her life will be celebrated on Thursday, December 29, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. at the Lincoya Hills Baptist Church, 3143 McGavock Pike, Nashville, Tennessee. Committal services will follow at the Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Nashville where she will be buried with her husband. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Local arrangements in Florida under the direction of the Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th Street West, Bradenton, Florida.
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Robert L. Charles, 72, Palmetto, passed away December 16, 2011. He was born on September 26, 1939 in Haslett, Michigan to the late Raymond and Inez (Hawes) Charles. He served with the U.S. Navy, and moved to Manatee County in June of 1987 coming from Eaton Rapids, Mich. He was the former owner of Island Auto Body on Anna Maria for over 14 years, and a member of the Island Baptist Church, attended the First Baptist Church of Ellenton, and was a member of the Studebakers Driver's Club. He is survived by his three children, Ray (Heather Schroder) and Cyndy (Kevin Lyon) Charles both of Eaton Rapids, Mich., Wayne Charles of Palmetto, brother, Jim (Debra) Charles of Parma, Mich., six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and his companion Judy Brackin of Nokomis. Private family services will be held at a later date at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell with military honors by the U.S. Navy. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Michael Hunter Dallas, 64 of Bradenton and Sarasota, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton. Michael was born on January 23, 1947 in Virginia to the late Troy & Elsie Dallas. He has been a resident of both Bradenton and Sarasota since a very young age coming from Virginia. Michael served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era and was a retired engineer working in the drafting industry. During his career he help to design the conveyor system at Tropicana Products in Bradenton. Michael is survived by his loving companion and former wife, Debra of St. Petersburg Beach, Florida, one son, Graham Dallas of Odessa, Texas, one daughter, Katherine Dallas of St. Petersburg Beach, Florida, one brother, Richard Dallas of California, one sister, Betty J. Cook of Vernon, Florida, and two dear grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date at the Bay Pines National Cemetery in Bay Pines, Florida with final military honors by the United States Marine Corps Honor Guard. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton, Florida.
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Darrell Leslie Smith, 55, Bradenton, died December 11, 2011. He was born on May 10, 1956 and served with the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. Survived by a brother Damon of Bradenton. Private services will be held at Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Dorothy Wallace Johnson, 91 of Bradenton, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2011 at her residence in Bradenton. Mrs. Johnson was born on May 25, 1920 in Bradenton to the late George R. & Catherine (Vaughn) Wallace. She was a lifelong resident of Bradenton. Her memberships include the Manatee Historical Society, Phi Beta Psi Sorority, former voluneteer with the American Red Cross, and a member of Christ Episcopal Church where she formerly served on the altar guild and was involved in many other church functions. She was predeceased by her loving husband Gilbert E. Johnson, Sr. in February of 1984, and is survived by her only son, Gilbert E. Johnson, Jr. of Bradenton. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, December 16, 2011 at the Fogartyville Cemetery in Bradenton. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be made to Our Daily Bread in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Mrs. Eleonor KodmanEleonor Kodman, 86, Bradenton, passed away December 7, 2011. She was born on June 22, 1925 in Sewickley, PA to the late Adam and Stannie Ankowski. Eleonor was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and Murray State University where she received her Master’s Degree in Communications. She was a retired speech and hearing therapist working with disabled individuals. She moved to Manatee County in 1993 from Murray, KY. Her various memberships included the American Association of University Women, Widows of Whitfield and Whitfield Presbyterian Church in Sarasota, where she devoted herself to a range of responsibilities. Eleonor was a gardener and also expressed her creativity through quilting, knitting, crocheting and sewing. A devoted mother and grandmother, her sweet nature and love of people created a wealth of friends throughout her lifetime. Eleonor was predeceased by her husband Frank Kodman, Ph.D. in 1989 and a son, Linus Adam Kodman in 2007. She is survived by four children: Christine R. (Wayne Jones, Ph.D.) Kodman-Jones, PhD of Bala Cynwyd, PA, Grant Alan (Karin) Kodman of Oklahoma City, OK, Heather Stannie (Erin Mooney) Kodman of Atlanta, GA, Frank Ashley (Martha Kittell) Kodman of Montreal, Canada, and daughter-in-law, Holly Kodman of Paducah, KY. She has 5 grandchildren: Hope and Emily Kodman, Kayla and Ana Jones and Trey Kodman. Services will be held Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the Windsor of Bradenton, 2800 60th Ave West, Bradenton, FL 34207. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
Whitfield Presbyterian Church, 7045 N Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34243-1442, (941) 355-0440, Heath High School, 4330 Metropolis Lake Rd, West Paducah, Kentucky 42086, (270) 538-4090 or Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 South Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236, www.selby.org. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Jean S. Sands, 91, Bradenton, passed away December 3, 2011. Jean was born on August 31, 1920 in Marshall, Michigan to the late Sidney W. and Cora B. (Bennett) Jenkins. Jean moved to Bradenton in 1957 coming from Marshall. She was retired from the Meals on Wheels in Bradenton as the Volunteer Coordinator with many years of service. Jean was predeceased by her loving husband of sixty-six years, L. Dale in April of 2004, three sisters, and one brother. She is survived by her son, John (Elaine) Sands of Bradenton, two daughters; Susan (William) Weller of Merritt Island, Jane (Hugh) Clay of Sara-sota, eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held. Interment will take place in the family plot at Fogartyville Cemetery in Bradenton. The family would like to thank the Manatee River Assisted Living for their loving care of Jean and would request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to them in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannon-funeralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Mindi Lee Fisher, born March 15, 1980, died December 6, 2011 at Venice Regional Medical Center, Venice, Fla. Survived by father William R. Fisher and wife Debbie Fisher of Bradenton, mother Diana L. (Fankhauser) Fisher of Lancaster, Ohio; children, Matthew Westenhouser and Tatumn Fisher; brothers, Michael, Andrew, Chandler and Chase Fisher, all of Bradenton; paternal grandmother, Floetta M. Fisher and maternal grand-mother, Norma E. (Williams) Montgomery. Memorial sunset service at 5p.m., Sunday, December 11, at the Anna Maria Pier. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Mindi Fisher Memorial Fund, c/o First America Bank, 2811 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205. Online condolences may be expressed at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home, Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Gregory Lee “Shrek” Owens, Jr., 42 of Bradenton, passed away on November 27, 2011 at Manatee Memorial Hospital. He was born on February 2, 1969 in Oceanside, California to Gregory Lee Sr., & Kathy E. (Tierney) Owens. He worked as a truck driver and moved to Bradenton in 2009 coming from Syracuse, NY. Gregory is survived by his wife Mildred of Bradenton, two sons; Gregory Lee III of Syracuse, NY, Noel Barrios of Bradenton, five daughters; Tia Page, Mia Owens, Arias Rucker all of Syracuse, NY, Myistique Owens, Gladys Barrios both of Bradenton, Florida, father, Gregory Lee Sr., of Syracuse, NY, mother and step-father; Kathy & Lewis Robinson of Ft. Myers, Fl, brother, Michael, sister, Nicky both of Syracuse, and one grandchild. Private family 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.
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Michael J. Wiepert, 53, Palmetto, died November 25, 2011. Survived by his mother, Lois Walker, and brother Robert Wiepert both of Bradenton. Private family 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.
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Edith L. McGuire Hines, 89, Asheville, NC, formerly of Bradenton, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2011 in Asheville, NC. She was born on July 2, 1922 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to the late Tom & Grace (Kinder) McGuire. Edith has lived in Florida since 1947 until she moved to Asheville in 2003. She was a member of the Tri-City Baptist Church in Port Charlotte, Fl., and a former member of the Sara Bay Baptist Church in Bradenton where her late son-in-law Dr. William L. Ross was pastor. Mrs. Hines was predeceased by her loving husband of 59 years, Elmer Townsend Hines in August of 2001, she is survived by her three daughters; Mary F. Ross of Powder Springs, TN, Carol Bitting of Asheville, NC, Alice Wesley of Arden, NC, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 1:30 P.M. at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, 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.
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Clova A. Pummill, 93, passed away suddenly, December 1, 2011. She was born April 26, 1918 in Miamisburg, Ohio. Clova has lived in Ohio, Michigan and Florida, where she made her home for the past 31 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Richard (Dick) Leroy Pummill. She is survived by two brothers; Rolen Hartman of Lexington, Kentucky and Willard (Mickey) Hartman of Dayton, Ohio. Four children; Carolyn (Warren) Geralds of Neebish Island, Michigan, Barbara Rossney, Sherry (Robert Mahaffey) Thatcher both of Bradenton, Florida, son Richard (Lynda) Pummill of New Port Richey, Florida. Six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Many nephews, nieces, cousins and one sister-in-law. Clova was a thirty-seven year member of the Order of Eastern Star, Sunbeam Chapter 465 in Dayton, Ohio. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton. Her ashes will be buried beside her husband in White Oak Cemetery, Sabina Ohio. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Mr. Neil P. CrewsNeil P. Crews, 83, Bradenton, passed away November 26, 2011. He was born on September 24, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Clyde & Orpha (Powers) Crews, moving here at the age of 2 months old. Neil served with the U.S. Army during World War II. He was the former owner of Crews Jewelry in Bradenton along with his late brother William for many years. Then went to work as a Sales Tax Auditor for the State of Florida for over 25 years. He was also a charter member of West Bradenton Baptist Church. Neil is survived by his loving wife Diane Lundquist, three sons; Stephan (Debbie) , Dewell, Clyde, two daughters; Jeneil, & Patricia all of Bradenton, two step-daughters; Pamela (Peter) Nelson of Grand Rapids, MI, Angela (Ted) Leslie of Belding, MI, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 2, 2011 from 10-11:30 AM at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th St. W., Bradenton with funeral services to follow at 11:30 AM. Committal services with military honors will follow at Sarasota National Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Alice G. Lindstrom, 86, Bradenton, passed away November 26, 2011. She was born on December 24, 1924, in Urbana, Illinois, to the late Benjamin and Edith (Clippert) Koehler. Mrs. Lindstrom was a 1946 graduate of the University of Illinois with a degree in Psychology. She married her husband, Fred, on November 15, 1947, and moved to Bradenton in 1969, coming from Olympia Fields, Illinois. Her various memberships include Gamma Phi Beta, Phi Beta Kappa, lifetime member of the Bradenton Yacht Club, past member of Bradenton Country Club, member of Service Club for many years, Trinity United Methodist Church, Methodist Women and completed 6 years of Bible Study Fellowship. She was predeceased by her husband of forty-seven years, Fred, in July of 1985, one brother, and one sister. She is survived by her two loving daughters; Jane (Larry) Rued of Palmetto, and Chris (Ron) Swan of Evergreen, CO, one sister, Joan (Dick) Klockner of Madison, GA, and two grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 1, 2011, from 3-4 P.M. with a celebration of her life to follow at 4:00 P.M. in the sanctuary of Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton. Private family interment will take place at Fogartyville Cemetery. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, Illinois, or TideWell Hospice, Bradenton, Florida, in her memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are being made by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Richard E. Schmidt Sr., 80, of Palmetto, formerly from Southampton,Ma.,passed away Wednesday,Nov.23,2011. Born in Clifton Park, NY August 11,1931 to the late Edward and Anna [Blaha] Schmidt. . He worked for many years as a truck driver for Westhampton Sand & Gravel and Bill Willard Sand & Gravel before retiring to Florida where he drove bus for Palmetto JUST FOR GIRLS CLUB until retiring in May 2011. Richard was predeaceased by wife Shirley[Welch] Schmidt, a son Steve, and sister Margaret He leaves a son Richard E. Schmidt Jr. and wife Patricia, daughter Shirley Williams, both of Southampton, Ma., sister Marie Baraniuk of Southampton, longtime companion Victoria Yoder of Palmetto, two grandsons, two grandaughters, two great grandchildren, and best friend Evelyn Yoder. Services will be announced once scheduled.In lieu of flowers a donation in his memory may be made to JUST FOR GIRLS CLUB, 1500 10th Street West, Palmetto ,FL. 34221. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Doris L. Arwood, 78, Bradenton, passed away November 16, 2011. She was born on March 6, 1933 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Laurel and Daisy Moffitt. Doris was retired for the Farm Bureau in Lansing as a life insurance agent. She moved to Florida in 1975 coming from Lansing. She formerly worked locally as a secretary for the Florida Highway Patrol, Bradenton Police Department, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and the Pittsburgh Pirates offices in Bradenton. She was predeceased by her son, Donald and four brothers. Doris is survived by her son, Robert Johnson of Bradenton, two daughters; Deborah Mulhausen of Palmetto, Terri Sue Hawthorne of Bradenton, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Private family services have been held. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Mr. John D. GrahamJohn D. Graham (85), Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Indianapolis, IN died November 25, 2011. He was born in Franklin, IN on March 4, 1926 to Joseph J. and Grace T. (McNair) Graham. He married Shirley Jeanne Walker of Indianapolis on November 14, 1953. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1944 and served in the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign until the end of World War II. He retired in 1982 from Stout Field, Indianapolis, Indiana where he served as a full time Army National Guard technician for 32 years. He retired as a First Sergeant, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, Indiana Army National Guard, in 1986. In 1974 he had the honor of being with the only Reserve Unit in the United States to be trained by the 3rd U.S. Infantry, “The Old Guard,” in Arlington Cemetery, Fort Myer, Virginia, and to become the first Military Department of Indiana Ceremonial Unit. He served a total of 37 years in the military service. After retirement he retired with his wife to Florida’s Longboat Key/Bradenton area. He liked working with his hands – tiling, painting, woodworking and making things for the children. He loved his NASCAR and NFL football. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; two daughters, Sandra L. Faulkner of Bradenton, FL and Teresa L. (James) Svenstrup of Colleyville, TX; a son, Daniel J. Graham of Bradenton, FL; six grandchildren, Jeffrey W. (Susan) Faulkner, James K. Faulkner, Paige M. Hughes, Mary V. (Albinas) Prizgintas, James E. Svenstrup III, Shelby D. Graham; and six great-grandchildren, Jacob, Jonathan, Jared, Hannah, Jadon and Eden Mae. He is also survived by one sister, Alice Jean Pearson of Las Vegas, NV and one brother, Byron E. (Doris) Graham, of Franklin, IN; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. Cremation was his request. Visitation for Florida friends will be held at Shannon Funeral Home, Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34209 on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 from 4-6 p.m. Services will be held at a later date in Indianapolis, IN. In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice and Palliative Care, 3355 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Mr. Robert T. HuppRobert T. Hupp, 74, Cortez, passed away November 21, 2011. Robert was born January 24, 1937 in Cedar Rapids, IA to the late Julian & Bee (Taylor) Hupp. He was the owner of Hupp Electric Motors and Toyota Fork Lift Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA. A company that his grandfather started in 1912 and he assumed control over the company in 1971 from his father until his retirement in 2004, and still serves as the Chairman of the Board. Robert has been a part-time resident of Florida for many years with the last six years as being permanent. He was a member of the St. Armand’s Key Lutheran Church in Sarasota. He spent most of his life sharing his love of boating with his family and friends. He fulfilled his and his wife Casey’s life long boating dream of successfully completing the loop in seven months in 2004. He was predeceased by two brothers, David and Bill and is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Casey of Cortez, four children, Kevin (Connie), Kurt, Brooke (Mike) Jared all of Cedar Rapids, Kerri Collings of Palmetto, and four grandchildren, Chelsey, Jessica, Joshua, and Jennifer. He will always be remembered by his family as a generous and loving husband, father and grandfather and we will always miss you. Services will be held at a later date in Iowa. The family request that memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association or American Kidney Foundation. Condolences for the family may be online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home, Westview Chapel, Bradenton.
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Richard Harrison Lowe, II, a civil engineer who worked abroad as general manager for several global mining companies, passed away September 20, 2011 at Manatee Memorial Hospital. He was 96. Born on July 22, 1915, Lowe attended Andover prep school, Cornell University and the University of Virginia. Working for Sanderson & Porter in New York, Lowe served as a consultant to India’s railway system from 1955-1956 before returning to the U.S. After working for Sanderson & Porter in New York, Lowe left to serve as general manager and later as president of LAMCO (Liberian American Mineral Company), an iron ore firm, in Monrovia and Nimba, Liberia, from1960-1968. Back in New York, Lowe worked as a consultant which led to his serving as general manager of Falconbridge, a subsidiary of Inco, a Canadian mining company. At Falconbridge, a nickel mining firm, Lowe lived in Santo Domingo of the Dominican Republic for 1970-1977, after which he retired. Lowe served in the U.S. Army in World War II in the Pacific theater from 1943-1946, rising to the rank of lieutenant, and was in the Reserves until 1962. He was a prolific writer of letters to the editor to the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He was preceded in death by that of his wife, Nathalie Crowell Lowe. He is survived by two sons, Richard Harrison Lowe III of Nashville, TN, David William Lowe of Bradenton, and four grandchildren. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Bradley Charles Baldwin, son of Bradley Scott and Kathleen Baldwin, passed away from heart failure in his sleep on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Mr. Baldwin was 25 years old. He was born and raised in Bradenton, graduated at the top of his class from Lakewood Ranch High School 2004 and went on to keep a 4.0 average during his tenure at USF. One year ago he moved to Enid, Oklahoma for a business opportunity and was due to come back to Florida this spring. He is survived by his mother, Kathleen, father, Bradley Scott of Myakka City, sister, Amanda Rose (Baldwin) Ferguson of Bradenton, and paternal grandmother, Gwen Ageloff of Enid, OK. Visitation will be Saturday, November 26, 2011 from 1-2 P.M. at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th Street West, Bradenton with services to follow at 2 P.M. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Richard P. Lauber, Sr., 82, Bradenton, died November 17, 2011. He was born on May 24, 1929 in Clifton, NJ to the late William H. & Elizabeth (Dahlen) Lauber. Richard served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired Manager of Manufacturing for Schering-Plough Pharmaceutical Company, and Quality Auditor for Bristol-Myers Pharmaceutical Company. Richard moved to Bradenton 16 years ago coming from the Syracuse, NY area. He was very active in the various catholic parishes where he lived, formerly was a member of the Knights of Columbus in NJ, was treasurer of the Village Green Section 12, volunteer with Manasota SOLVE and a member of the Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. He is survived by loving wife of 56 years Alice Higgins Lauber, three sons; Richard P. Jr. of Liverpool, NY, Robert T. (Alana) of Prospect, KY, Michael W. (Amy) of Maywood, Missouri, two daughters; Madeleine (Brian) Finnerty of Kernersville, NC, Sheila L. Thurston of Mechanicsburg, PA, three brothers; Bernard (Marilyn) of Spring Lake, NJ, Edward C. (Marsha) of New York, NY, John (Kathleen) of West Chester, PA, sister, Maryann of Nutley, NJ, and eleven wonderful grandchildren; Brian & Matthew Finnerty, Kaitlyn Lauber, Meagan & Andrew Finnerty, Courtney Thurston, Adrianna Lauber, Danielle Finnerty, Emmaliese, Isabella, & Nicholas Lauber. The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. 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 Monday, November 21, 2011 in the Main Church of Ss. Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church, 2850 75th St. W., Bradenton with committal to take place at Sarasota National Cemetery. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to Manasota SOLVE Maternity Homes in his memory. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Capt. Howard A. Baker, M.D. U.S. Navy-RetiredCapt. Howard A. Baker, MD, US Navy-Retired, 97, Bradenton, Fl., passed away peacefully on November 15, 2011. Dr. Baker was born on September 5, 1914, in Carlton, Michigan to the late Bert & Olive Baker. He was one of nine children and the first in the Baker family to graduate from college. He attended medical school at Wayne State University, and did his internship and surgical residency at Grace Hospital in Detroit. Dr. Baker completed his Thoracic Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a Fellowship in Cardiac Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Baker joined the United States Navy in World War II. He served as the ship’s surgeon on the cruiser USS Baltimore CA-68 and a hospital ship off the coast of Nagasaki after the atomic bomb was dropped. He was recalled from private practice to active duty in the Korean War and later served as the Executive Officer of the US Navy Hospital Guantanamo Bay at the outset of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Dr. Baker served as the Division Surgeon for the Second Marine Division and the Force Surgeon for the Marine Corps in Vietnam, where he received the Bronze Star for valor. He retired from the Navy as Commanding Officer of the US Navy Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas. He then returned to private practice, retiring in 1994. Dr. Baker moved to Bradenton in 1998. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Dorothy M. Baker in 1997. Dr. Baker is survived by his son, Howard Baker, III, MD (Rachel) of St. Augustine, FL, daughters, Denise Baker, MD of Bradenton, and Laurie Baker Parisian, Esq. (Steve) of Ellenton, FL, and five granddaughters, Jillian, Lauren, Megan and Kristen Baker and Julie Parisian. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 17, 2011, from 6-8 p.m. at Shannon Funeral Home Westview Chapel, 5610 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 18, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel, with committal services to follow at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell , Fl. with full military honors. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida 32256. Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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Kaitlynn Noelle Lopez-Sierra, 19, Bradenton, passed away October 31, 2011. She was born May 25, 1992 in Clearwater, Fl. She moved to Bradenton in 2010 coming from St. Petersburg. She is survived by her loving husband Anwar A. Lopez-Sierra of Bradenton, adoptive parents; Jeremy & Stephanie Whitney of St. Petersburg, birth mother, Stacey Dorton of Clearwater, and her sister, Megan Foster of St. Petersburg. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 10:30-11:30 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of L.D.S., 3400 Cortez Road, Bradenton with services to follow at 11:30 AM. Committal services to follow at Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota. Condolences may be made online for the family at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, Bradenton.
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Timothy Irving Miller, Sr., 72 Parrish, passed away November 6, 2011. He was born on March 20, 1939 in St. Petersburg, Fl. to the late Hoot & Bernice (Garbett) Miller. Tim was a lifelong resident of Manatee County. He was the organizer of Miller Insulation in Bradenton, founding the company in 1962 and managed it until 2007 when his son took over control of the company. He was also a member of the Bradenton Seventh-day Adventist Church, the Shrine Club, 100 Club, Manatee Masonic Lodge F&AM, and was retired from the Board of Directors for both the Gold Bank and American Bank in Bradenton. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Edith, two sons; John (Tina Marie) Miller of Parrish, Tim Jr., of Bradenton, daughter, Kim M. (Brian) Garnett of Bradenton, two step-sons; Richard Johnson of Chattanooga, TN, Victor (Heather) Johnson of Bradenton, step-daughter, Lisa (Shell) Wortman of Brandon, Fl., brother, Buddy (Sherry) Miller of Linden, TN, sister, Lynn (Lynn) Greenwalt of Ocala, Fl., 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 5 step-grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. at Shannon Funeral Home Town Chapel, 1015 14th Street West, Bradenton. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at the Bayside Community Church, 15800 State Road 64 East, Bradenton with committal to follow at Mansion Memorial Park, Ellenton. Memorials may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital. Condolences may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.
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