Bradenton, FL Obituaries

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....

Douglas Dennis Matthews

Aug 30, 2024

Douglas Dennis Matthews, born on September 3, 1970, in Dover, New Hampshire, passed away on August 30, 2024 in Holmes Beach, Florida. He was a compassionate individual known for his dedication to caregiving, embodying a spirit of kindness that touched the lives of many.

Growing up in the scenic surroundings of Dover, Douglas developed a deep appreciation for nature and the...

Ethel Mae Winans

Aug 26, 2024

Ethel Mae Winans, 82, of Bradenton, passed away on August 26, 2024.

She was born to Kizzie and Lester Varnadore in 1941 and raised in Manatee County. She had eleven siblings .

Ethel was self motivated and determined, as evidenced by her earning her G.E.D. and attending college. She was a...

Mary H. Corey

Aug 23, 2024

Mary Helen Corey, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on August 23, 2024.

She was a hometown girl, born and raised here in Bradenton.

Mary is survived by her mom; Opal, her brother; John, her sister; Tammy and many friends.

She will be missed by all who knew...

Ronald C. Hellgren

Aug 21, 2024

Ronald Hellgren of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on August , 2024 He was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Florence and Conrad Hellgren.

A dedicated member of the community, Ronald proudly served in the United States Air Force. 

He is survived by his loving family and friends who will cherish his memory.

Ronald will be laid to rest at Sarasota National Cemetery,...

Jack Weber

Aug 18, 2024

Jack Weber of Bradenton passed away on August 18th, 2024. He is survived by his loving family and friends. No services are scheduled.

Nancy Munson

Aug 17, 2024

Nancy Munson of Bradenton passed away on August 17th, 2024. She is survived by her loving family and friends. No services are scheduled.

Robert A. Healy

Aug 16, 2024

Robert Alan Healy, 72, of Parrish, FL, passed away peacefully on August 16th surrounded by his loved ones. While our hearts mourn the loss, we take comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering, and is in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Robert was born on October 24, 1952, to Charles...

Milton Hughes

Aug 16, 2024

Milton Hughes, of Sarasota, passed away on August 16th, 2024.

He is survived by his loving family and friends.

No services are scheduled.

Mary Juergensen

Aug 14, 2024

Mary Juergensen, of Sarasota, passed away on August 14th,2024.

She is survived by her loving family and friends.

No services are scheduled.

Ladonna Summers

Aug 13, 2024

Summers, LaDonna Darlene (Nelson), 76, of Bradenton, passed away August 13, 2024, peacefully at home.

LaDonna was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri October 21, 1947, to Ivan and Marie Nelson. The family included older brother Robert (Bob), soon adding younger sisters Lana and Connie.

They moved to Bradenton in 1959. LaDonna...

Marie L. Dorlus

Aug 9, 2024

Marie L. Dorlus, 83, of Bradenton, formerly of Haiti, passed away on August 9, 2024.

Marie was the beloved matriarch of her family.

She is survived by her large and loving family.

Her funeral will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 10:00 am - 12:30...