Obituaries
Bradenton, FL Obituaries
Local obituaries to remember and honor your loved ones in Bradenton, Sarasota, Manatee County, FL and the surrounding areas
Bertha "Patty" Ramirez Cantu
Oct 23, 2024
Bertha "Patty" Ramirez Cantu, born on September 14, 1981, in Matamoros, Mexico, gracefully departed this life on October 23, 2024, in Bradenton, Florida.
Her journey through life was marked by the sweetness of her spirit, as exemplified by her career as a beloved baker. Patty owned and operated her own bakery, where the allure freshly baked goods was as inviting as...
Everett Victor Miller
Oct 22, 2024
Everett Victor Miller, affectionately known as Buddy, passed away on October 22, 202, in Myakka City, Florida, at the age of 83. Born on November 26, 1940, in St. Petersburg, Florida, he led a life characterized by dedication and entrepreneurial spirit.
Buddy was the proud Owner and Operator of Drainfield, Tech, where he built a reputation for his commitment to quality...
Michele Elizabeth Wenzel
Oct 20, 2024
Michele Elizabeth Considine Wenzel was born in Brooklyn (Queens), New York on February 19, 1947 to Joseph William Considine Sr. and Veronica Agnes Seinsoth Considine. She was predeceased by her parents, her brother Joseph “Joe” W. Considine Jr. (Sue), and her in-laws Robert G. Wenzel Sr. and Mary Veronica Miller Wenzel. She was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law...
Glenn Alan Cooper
Oct 20, 2024
Glenn Alan Cooper, a respected trailer company welder and dedicated Army veteran, passed away on October 20, 2024 in Bradenton, Florida. He was born on December17, 1950, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, where he laid the foundation for a life characterized by hard work, commitment, and craftsmanship.
Glenn's career as a welder reflected his skill and dedication to his trade. Over the years,...
Daniel Ray Sturgill
Oct 20, 2024
“Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Friend”
Daniel Ray Sturgill, 66, of Bradenton, FL, peacefully passed away on October 20, 2024, surrounded by family and friends in Bradenton, FL. Born on April 23, 1958, Daniel was a man of remarkable talents with a passion for innovation. Throughout his diverse career, Daniel made significant contributions to various industries. He worked with Excalibur and...
Martin Stuart Galen
Oct 16, 2024
Martin Stuart Galen, a dedicated Automotive Service Specialist, passed on October 16, 202, in Sarasota, Florida. Born on May 25, 1960, in South Dakota, Martin cultivated a passion for automotive repair that would shape his career and exemplify his meticulous nature.
Throughout his life, he was known his expertise in the field, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues and...
Lois Tedhams
Oct 16, 2024
Lois Ann Tedhams, 91, of Bradenton, Fl passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. She was born in Greenville, Michigan on June 12, 1933 to the late Ruth and Lawrence Bottum.
Surviving are her two children; daughter Gale Tedhams (Frank Booth) of Holmes Beach (Anna Maria Island), FL., son Steve Tedhams (Vicki) of Pittsboro, Indiana, and granddaughter Lauren Tedhams of...
Belinda Foy Ferguson
Oct 9, 2024
Belinda Jane Foy Ferguson was born February 13,1939, in Portland, Maine. She moved to Bradenton from Hickam Field, Oahu, Hawaii in 1947. After graduating from Manatee High, Belinda attended Meredith College and the University of North Carolina where she was an active member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority, Freshman Orientation Leader, and an avid volunteer. In honor of her...
Bobby M. Hardy
Oct 8, 2024
Bobby Michael Hardy, 69, was ushered into his eternal home in Heaven on October 8, 2024.
Bob was born in Harlan KY on July 24, 1955 and raised in Cincinnati OH. He moved to Longboat Key FL in 1983. There he founded Longboat Key Maintenance in 1986, later founding Hardy (BMH) Services and Longboat Key Property Management, and co-founding Longboat Key...
Jean M Strauss
Oct 6, 2024
Jean M. Strauss, born on August 17, 1936, in East Manchester Township, PA, gracefully departed this world on October 6, 2024, in Sarasota, FL. Her journey through life was marked by an unwavering spirit, a dedicated work ethic, and a profound love for those around her.
As the owner and operator of her own electronics business, Jean was not only a...
Mary Ann Jones
Sep 28, 2024
Mary Ann McIrvin Jones passed away on Sept. 28, 2024 in Bradenton Florida. Born in St. Petersburg FL in 1927 to James and Unie McIrvin.
Mary Ann delighted in sharing many wonderful and happy memories of the years that she and her family lived in the Lakeview Hotel in Leesburg, Florida. After attending Dental Hygiene School in Rochester, NY, she thoroughly...
Joseph William Portwood
Sep 27, 2024
In Loving Memory of Joseph William Portwood
Joseph William Portwood, a Florida native, passed away on September 27, 2024, in Pinellas Park, Florida. He was born in Tampa to James and Sally Portwood, Joseph was the eldest of his siblings.
Joe was a humble man, always enjoying the simple things in life. Joe never turned down a good sci-fi action movie and...
Murrie Lee Bumpers
Sep 25, 2024
Murrie Lee Bumpers, age 79 of Bradenton, FL went to be with the Lord on September 25, 2024. She was born November 14, 1944 in Mobile, AL to the late Willie SR and Geneva Coleman.
Murrie was known to many as "Babysister." As a child she believed in Christ's sacrifice and was baptized at Mount Olive Baptist Church No.2. She married...
Donald W. Owen
Sep 22, 2024
Donald W Owen Jr, age 76, of Bradenton, FL, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
Born on January 5th, 1948, in Binghamton, NY, Don was the son of Donald Owen Sr and Janice Owen.
He worked a long career in the new and used car business...
Marilyn S. Gregory
Sep 21, 2024
Marilyn Sue (Bordenkircher) Gregory passed away peacefully at her home in Bradenton, Florida on September 21, 2024. She was born September 19, 1940, in Newcomerstown, Ohio to Martha Mae (Shalosky) & Bernard James Bordenkircher.
Marilyn Sue graduated in 1958 from Newcomerstown High School and upon completion of airline school, worked for Capitol & United Airlines...
Eugene Cosklo
Sep 16, 2024
Eugene S. Cosklo, 77, of Fell Township, died Monday, September 16, 2024, at his home in Bradenton, FL. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Kathryn M. (Gilroy) Cosklo. They were married January 9, 1971.
Born August 18, 1947 in Carbondale, PA, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (Malinchak) Cosklo.
Gene served in the US Army...
Nora Apolinar
Sep 15, 2024
Nora Apolinar, age 62, of Bradenton Fl, passed away on September 15, 2024.
She was born July 23, 1962 in San Antonio, Texas. She was the daughter of Guadalupe (Perez) and Pedro J. Apolinar
Nora loved her family and friends. She loved to dance, color and make her family and friends...
Emma C. Conkle
Sep 6, 2024
Emma Catherine Conkle, departed from this world peacefully in the comfort of her home on September 6, 2024. Originally hailing from Mt. Liberty, Ohio, Emma's spirit resonated profoundly with all who were fortunate enough to cross her path.
Her legacy continues through her devoted brother, Raymond Harper, and her adoring daughters, Wendy Crouder and Lori Baker. Emma takes with her a...
Frank Steve Sagliano
Sep 5, 2024
Frank Steve Sagliano, 76, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away September 5th, 2024.
Frank was born to Frank J. & Anna Sagliano in Brooklyn, New York on July 28th, 1948. He was the oldest brother of 5, a father of 5, grandfather of 4 and second to none.
Frank was an idea man; no place was too far, no road was too open....
Joseph Franco
Sep 3, 2024
Joseph Franco, 38 of Bradenton passed away September 3, 2024 due to unexpected health complications.
Joseph was born on November 5, 1985 in Tampa and moved to Bradenton while in junior high school.
Joseph had an 8-year relationship and was engaged to marry Deidra O’Houlahan who has a daughter Abigail Hajny....
