Joel Diaz Santa Maria's Obituary
Joel Diaz Santa Maria, 45, of Bradenton, FL, passed away November 10, 2025 at Manatee Memorial Hospital.
Joel was born May 12, 1980 in Guerrero, Mexico, the son of Guadelupe Diaz Torres and Francisca Santa Maria Norato.
Joel worked as a planter for a plant nursery. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved family.
Surviving are his children Joel Diaz of Bradenton, Angel Diaz of Bradenton; brother, Antonio Diaz of Bradenton; and sister, Teodora Diaz of Palmetto, FL
Visitation will be from noon till 1:00 PM, Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Skyway Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 PM at Skyway Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be left to Joel's family at https://www.skywaymemorial.com.skyway
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