Obituaries
Carlene F. Dailey
Jul 26, 2025
Carlene Fairnette Dailey was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on September 14, 1961. She later had a brother, Garland O’Brien Dailey, who was 13 years younger than her, had severe cerebral palsy, and died at age seven. Her mother Bettie Dailey worked for the telephone company and retired after about 30 years.
Carlene was educated in the Indianapolis public school system, attending...
Susan Kesselring
Jul 16, 2025
Susan Kesselring, 59, of Port Charlotte, Florida, graduated into the loving hands of Jesus on July 16, 2025. Susie is survived by her loving husband, David Kesselring.
Susie was David's everything: his partner, best friend, lover, companion, the biggest gift God could have given on this earth, and beloved wife. Together, Susie and David shared 34 years of laughter, love, and...
Fred Ernest Eskuri
Jul 15, 2025
Fred Ernest Eskuri, 91, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the Douglas T. Jacobson Veterans Nursing Home, with his son, John, and daughter-in-law, Deb, by his side. He lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and the spirit of adventure.
Born on November 15, 1933, Fred will forever be cherished as a loving husband, father,...
Pamela Elms-Scott
Jul 13, 2025
Pamela Elms-Scott, passed away July 13, 2025, at Fawcett Memorial Hospital in Port Charlotte, FL.
She is pre-deceased by her husband, John (Scotty) J. Scott, father, Major Harry David Elms, mother, Elaine Elms, and brother, Harry David Elms, Jr.
Pamela was very proud of Major Elms, who was responsible for the design of The Marine Corps Seal, which was approved...
Janet Evans King
Jul 9, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Evans King, who left this world peacefully on July 9, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, Janet dedicated her life to educating and inspiring others as a devoted school teacher for over 30 years. Following her retirement, she moved to Port Charlotte, Florida, in...
John C. Grabau, Ph.D, M.P.H.
Jul 2, 2025
John Campbell Grabau, Ph.D, M.P.H. of Punta Gorda, Florida, peacefully passed away on July 2nd after a brief illness with his loved ones at his side. John was predeceased by his parents A. Arthur and Marie Grabau. He is survived by his wife of 20 years Deborah Grabau, his sons Mark (Lindsay) Grabau, children Gunnar and Addison, and Trevor (Sydney) Grabau, children Julian...
Willie Pearl Alldredge
Jun 25, 2025
Willie Pearl Alldredge, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, departed this life on June 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on March 4, 1949, in Greenville, Alabama, Pearl made her home in Port Charlotte, Florida, where she leaves behind cherished family and friends.
Pearl will be remembered for her vibrant spirit and zest for life. She found...
Mike Trentacosta
Jun 21, 2025
Earlier this year, Mike was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). He chose to fight it head-on and began aggressive chemotherapy at Moffitt Cancer Center in late May. Though he responded well at first, his condition rapidly declined, and ultimately, he passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones.
He was a devoted son, a caring brother, a loving husband and father, and...
William Patrick Sullivan
Jun 21, 2025
Sullivan, William Patrick - Age 49, of Punta Gorda, Florida, died June 21, 2025.
Funeral services will be held 3 PM Tuesday, July 8 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd. Grand Blanc. (The funeral service may be viewed by livestream from a link on Bill's obituary page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.) Visitation will be held 4-8 PM Monday, July...
Shamequa Dorsha Maria-Faye Newell
Jun 17, 2025
Shamequa Dorsha Maria-Faye Newell passed away on June 17, 2025 in McDonough, GA. She is survived by her mother Martha Williams, and father Dean Newell ( Constance Newell ).
Shamequa was a loving Mother, Sister, Aunt, Niece, and Friend. She lit up the room with her beautiful smile and that contagious laugh. She loved caring and cooking for others at various...
Henrietta M. Briggs
Jun 12, 2025
Henrietta Marie Briggs, a beloved mother, educator, and cherished friend, will be remembered for her vibrant spirit and unwavering dedication to her family and community. She passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, in Port Charlotte, Florida, at the remarkable age of 97. Born on August 1, 1927, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, Henrietta's journey through life was filled with love,...
Z. Steve Chytry
Jun 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Z. Steve Chytry, who left us on June 12, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on July 30, 1948, in Lanklaar, Belgium, Steve lived a full and vibrant life, ultimately calling Punta Gorda, Florida, his home.
Steve was a kind soul known for his infectious smile that brightened...
Jose S. Grant
Jun 10, 2025
Jose Santana Grant was born on August 26, 1942, in Chorillo, Panama City, Panama, to Jose Santana Grant and Jean Knight. Though his early life came with challenges, he was lovingly raised by his grandmother, Blanche Knight, whose strength and guidance helped shape the man he would become.
From a young age, Jose stood out for his sharp mind, iron will,...
Janet M. Saville
Jun 8, 2025
Janet Marie Saville, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 79. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Janet lived a life full of love, devotion to her family, and quiet strength.
She earned her master's degree from Montclair State University and taught chemistry, Biology, Earth Science and Algebra at DePaul High School. She dedicated much of her...
Leroy Kuecker
Jun 6, 2025
Leroy D. "Sodie" Kuecker, 85, of North Port, passed away peacefully Friday morning June 6, 2025, at Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte, FL. He had family members with him in his last hours. Leroy was born April 6, 1940, in Harvard, IL. to the late Mary (Petersen) and Laverne Kuecker. He grew up on a dairy farm near Hebron, the...
David Jordan Faciane
May 24, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David Jordan Faciane, age 53, on May 24, 2025, in North Port, Florida. Born on March 16, 1972, in Bradenton, Florida, David was the beloved son of Fritz Faciane and the late Pamela Faciane. He was a cherished husband, loving brother, devoted son, and a friend to many.
David proudly...
Emma Volk
May 21, 2025
Emma Volk, affectionately known as Mother Bear, Grandma or Oma, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at the age of 92 in her home at Brookdale Senior Living in Punta Gorda, FL.
Born on February 1, 1933, in Jamaica, Queens, New York, Emma married the love of her life, Bob, in 1951. Together they welcomed three sons - Robert, William,...
Laura Ann Agabedis
May 21, 2025
Laura moved to Punta Gorda from South Holland, IL, in 1996. She was a loving wife to Dr. Harry Agabedis, and a loving mother to her daughter Marijane, her son Peter, and his wife Sandy. She is survived by them, her grandsons Iain and Alexander, her granddaughter-in-law Lilliana, and great-grandchild William. She was a member of Peace River Baptist Church....
Shawn Webber Kipfer
May 19, 2025
Shawn Webber Kipfer of Punta Gorda, Florida, completed her earthly journey on May 19th, 2025. She was a dedicated wife to her husband of 25 years, Dave Kipfer; loving mother to her daughter Anna Kate Duly; devoted daughter to Kay Bowen Webber Cochran and to the memory of her father Jan Webber; a caring sister to Gina Webber Wilde; treasured...
Andrew Scott Behrmann
May 19, 2025
If you knew Andrew, you know how big he loved, how fiercely he embraced life, and how bright his light shone. He was such a presence and lived so fully.
Andrew was born on January 31st, 2007, at 6:07 p.m. He entered this world with his hand up to his face, ready to take on living. Throughout his infancy, toddler, preteen,...
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