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Evan Grahn
Jul. 10, 2017
Evan Grahn, 96, of Bradenton entered peacefully into the warmth of Heaven on July 10th, 2017. His wife, Beatrice, predeceased him in October of 2015. He leaves behind a loving family who will always miss him. Service dates and times are still being arranged by his family. Please check back here...
Mrs. Congetta "Connie" Zuckerman
Jul. 10, 2017
Congetta "Connie" Zuckerman, 78, of Ellenton passed away peacefully in the early morning of July 10th, 2017 at Riviera Palms. She leaves behind her husband of 35 years, Harold and a loving family. Additional surviving family include sons Michael Balakonis, Joseph Banks, David Banks, Gino Banks...
Maria Y. Sanchez
Jul. 08, 2017
Maria Yolanda Sanchez, 60, of Palmetto passed away peacefully at home on July 8th, 2017. She leaves behind a loving family who will always miss her. Arrangements are being handled by Skyway Memorial Funeral Home in Palmetto, Florida. A memorial service is scheduled for Friday July 14th beginning...
Mrs. Marcia A. Smith
Jul. 08, 2017
Marcia Miller Smith, 67, of Palmetto passed away peacefully on July 8th, 2017 at Manatee Memorial Hospital. She was born June 13th, 1950 in Findlay, Ohio. She moved to Bradenton, FL in 1959 with her family. She was the only daughter of H. Gene Miller and Laura Belle Miller. She is survived by her...
Donald Bernard Henke
Jul. 05, 2017
Donald Bernard Henke, 77, of Ellenton, passed away July 5, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Schacht Henke. Born Aug. 19, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, he was a son of the late William and Victoria Henke. He was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Blake. Mr. Henke was a United...
Lucille Nina Ducharme
Jul. 03, 2017
Lucille Nina Ducharme passed into Gods hands on July 3, 2017. The loving wife of Gerald for over 60 years. He has been waiting for her arrival for over two years. With the joy of our parents being together they leave two sons, two daughters-in-law, three grandchildren, and three...
Helen Jane Whightsel
Jul. 03, 2017
Helen Jane Whightsel, 84, of Palmetto, passed away July 3, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oren A. Whightsel, Jr. Born Nov. 5, 1932, in Grove City, OH, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Elsie Erler. She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Crystal...
Birdie Solar
Jul. 03, 2017
Birdie June Solar, 93, of Palmetto, passed away July 3, 2017. She is survived by her son, Ruel Worthing and daughter, Jenean Mizell; grandchildren, Dustin, Johnny, Ashley and Ethan, great-granddaughter, Amelia. Skyway Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Randall "Randy" Timothy Ryals
Jul. 02, 2017
Randall “Randy” Timothy Ryals, 65, of Palmetto, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2017. He was born to Woodrow and Martha Ryals on January 11, 1952, in Macon GA. He graduated from Palmetto High School in 1971. He served in the National Guard. He also attended State College of Florida,...
Randall "Randy" Timothy Ryals
Jul. 02, 2017
Randall “Randy” Timothy Ryals, 65, of Palmetto, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2017. He was born to Woodrow and Martha Ryals on January 11, 1952, in Macon GA. He graduated from Palmetto High School in 1971. He served in the National Guard. He also attended State College of Florida,...
Ms. Mary Catherine Pickle
Jul. 02, 2017
Mary Catherine Pickle, 97, of Bradenton passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of July 2nd, 2017. She was a retired police officer and will be missed by all who knew her. Please reach out to her family during this difficult time to share your support. Arrangements entrusted to Skyway...
Ola Yasin Tirhi
Jul. 02, 2017
Ola Yasin Tirhi, 61, of Sarasota passed away peacefully at home on July 2nd, 2017 with family by her side. She leaves behind her husband, Yasen, and a loving family who will always miss her. Ceremonies will be held at ISSB Islamic Society of Sarasota Bradenton on Monday July 3rd beginning at...