Bradenton, FL Obituaries

Norman Lee Thomason Jr

Jan 14, 2018

Norman “Lee” Thomason Jr., 62, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14th, surrounded by his family.

Lee was born on March 7th, 1955, in Tampa, Florida, to Norman Thomason Sr. and Marilyn Thomason (Hall). He later moved to Bradenton with his mother and two brothers.

Lee had a great love of the outdoors and his...

Naomi 'Delores' Sommers

Jan 12, 2018

Naomi “DeLores” Sommers of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Sherburne, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 12, 2018.

She worked for Delco Products Division of General Motors for 43 years. When she retired she was Manager of General Accounting for the Division.

She was preceded in death by her Parents; Raymond...

Msgt. Charles Albert Taylor

Jan 12, 2018

Charles Albert Taylor “Papa” “Son” “Buckshot”, 93, much loved husband, father, grand and great grandfather, uncle and friend passed away January 12, 2018.

He was born Oct 7, 1924, in Palmetto, Fl. He graduated from Palmetto High School in 1943, graduated from Florida State and proudly served in and retired from the US Military 1943-1972. He served...

Carol Wynn

Jan 11, 2018

Carol Wynn, 94, of Bradenton joined her husband in heaven on January 11, 2017.

She was born in Unionville MO to Curtis and Grace Brice. Carol is survived by her two sons; Curtis (Patricia) Wynn of Bradenton FL, Craig (Patricia) Wynn of Sweickley PA, four grandchildren and one great grand child.

She was predeceased by...

Iris Brackmann

Jan 11, 2018

Iris Hamill Brackmann, resident of Bradenton from 1957 to 1966 and 1986 to the present, passed away at the age of 94 and two months early on the morning of January 11.

Iris was a teacher, a leader, and the center of her family. She nurtured and inspired in all facets of her life. She loved the...

Constance Rae Locke

Jan 7, 2018

Constance R. Locke, 64, of Parrish, passed away on January 7, 2018.

She is survived by her loving family and friends.

Private family services.

Private Family Services

Virginia Williamson

Jan 5, 2018

Virginia R. Williamson, 93, of Ellenton, passed away Jan. 5, 2018. Virginia was born on May 10, 1924 in Washington, PA.

She served as the Sunshine Lady of Colony Cove, Ellenton for over 25 years. Those that knew her know this was a fitting title!

Virginia was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, George...

Bobbie B. Woods

Jan 4, 2018

Bobbie B. Woods, of Bradenton, passed away on January 4, 2018.

He is surviveed by his loving wife; Cori and many family and friends.

Bobbie was born and raised in Florida.

Services to be announced at a later date and time.

Services will be announced at a later date Shannon...

Connie Lynn Casey

Jan 4, 2018

Connie Lynn Casey, 64, of Bradenton, Florida passed away Thursday, January 7, 2018 after a short illness.

Connie was born in Danville, Illinois on October 19, 1953 to the late Robert Dale and Sarah Elizabeth (Smith) Boswell. She attended Danville High School and Danville Area Community College. She worked for Walgreens Accounting retiring in 2013.

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Avis T Wilkinson

Jan 3, 2018

Avis Thomas Wilkinson passed away on January 3, 2018. She was born in Bell, Florida on April 21, 1922 to Lillie Mae and Charles Waterman Thomas. She had six brothers and sisters. She and her family moved to Gainesville at the age of 12.

She received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies and Math Education in 1943...

Terrie A Paquin

Dec 30, 2017

Terrie, 62, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully at home, on December 30, 2017

surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Andre (Andy) B. Paquin, to whom she

was married to for forty years.

Terrie was born in Texas and resided in Massachusetts and Rhode Island before settling in...

A. Wayne Mckinnon

Dec 28, 2017

A. Wayne McKinnon, 76, of Palmetto, passed away December 28, 2017

Wayne was born on July 30, 1941 in Dallas, Texas to the late Almer Auburt and Florence Elizabeth (Hobbs) McKinnon. He served his country faithfully during the Vietnam War by serving with the United States Navy.

He moved to the Manatee County area in...

Myron Alan Gray

Dec 27, 2017

Myron A.Gray (74) of Tampa FL., died December 27, 2017 at 6:12 am peacefully in his sleep which was such a blessing.

He suffered many long years with severe heart issues. The Lord let him go in peace and now he will rest pain free.

Myron is preceded in death by his mother (Rowena Riegel)...

Robert B. Jordan Jr.

Dec 22, 2017

Robert Bruce Jordan, Jr., 62, Ellenton, passed away Dec. 22, 2017.

He was born on October 7, 1955 in Trenton, NJ to Robert Bruce, Sr. and the late Patricia A. (Rochford) Johnson. He moved to Manatee County in the early 1980's coming from Trenton, NJ.

Robert is survived by his two loving daughters; Mary (Randal)...

Colonel Bob Elliott

Dec 22, 2017

Colonel Bob Elliott, USAF, Retired, 102 years old, of Holmes Beach passed away December 22, 2017. Bob was born on January 2, 1915 in Hartford, Connecticut to the late Robert Walter and Isabel Degrouche Elliott.  He served his country faithfully through service in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II and completed his military career with...

Franklin Gudakunst

Dec 22, 2017

Frank (Junior) Gudakunst passed away on Friday, December 22, 2017 at Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, Florida.

He lived in Defiance, Ohio during the summer months and in Bradenton, Florida during the winter.

He is survived by his Wife; Marilyn, Son; Gary of Ottoville, Ohio, Daughters; Janice of Ottoville, Ohio and Susan Grime of Van...

James Allen Mcwilliams

Dec 19, 2017

James Allen McWilliams, 33, of Palmetto, passed away on December 19, 2017.

He is survived by his loving family.

Full obituary coming soon.

Donald Freeman Westra Sr.

Dec 18, 2017

Col. Donald Freeman Westra, Sr. USAF-Retired, 99, of Bradenton, passed away Dec. 18, 2017.

Donald was born on November 8, 1918 in Randolph, Wisconsin to the late John D. and Nellie (Vander Schaaf) Westra.

He served his country faithfully by serving with the United States Air Force during World War II, serving 23 years, retiring...

Julia E. Fogarty

Dec 16, 2017

Julia Whitted Fogarty 96,  passed away peacefully December 16, 2017.

She was a member of the Kensington Park Baptist Church and employed by WT Grants for many years.

She is survived by her daughter Esther Whitted of Bradenton, a brother Charles Walker of Venice, a sister Florence Brandt of Orlando and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...

Andrew Jasinski

Dec 14, 2017

Andrew Jasinski, 76 of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2017 at the TideWell Hospice House in Bradenton.

Andrew was born on January 30, 1941 in Albany, New York. He served his country faithfully by serving with the United States Army. He moved to Bradenton several years ago coming from New York. He was also...