Barbara Ilene Zito's Obituary
The family of Barbara Ilene Zito of Bradenton, FL are saddened to announce her passing on January 25, 2025, at the age of 89 years old. She passed peacefully at Manatee Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 6, 1935, to Louis and Martha White in Oneida, NY. The family moved to CT for many years prior to her final move to Bradenton, FL, where she’s been a resident since 1983.
Barbara was predeceased by her two sons, Ronny & Donny Simpson and survived by her two daughters, Sharon Simpson and JoAnne Simpson-Zimmerman; son-in-law Eric Zimmerman; six grandchildren, Krystal Zimmerman-Ramsteck, Ryan Zimmerman, Derrick Zimmerman, Chris Simpson, Jamie Simpson and Jessica Simpson-Lawing. In addition, 10 great grandchildren, Brantley, Kaci, Emma, Colin, Grace, Teagan, Hunter, Carter, Alyssa and Abby.
Barbara’s final resting place will be at Skyway Memorial Gardens located in Palmetto, FL A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held 1:00 pm Friday April 11, 2025 at Skyway Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel.
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, will be greatly missed. We are sincerely grateful to the many friends that have given support and comfort during this time.
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