Elizabeth Z. Wozniak Lundgren, 92, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Villa Park, Ill., died Saturday, April 27, 2013. Elizabeth was a member of Calvary Bible Church in Venice, Fla. She was active in scouting in Villa Park, Ill. Elizabeth was … Find out how to read more online.

Edward H. Mayer, of Venice, Fla., died Friday, May 8, 2013, at Manor Care Nursing Facility after a long Illness. Mr. Mayer was born June 4, 1930, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to Esther and Luke Mayer, both deceased. He was a … Find out how to read more online.

Theresa (Mesiano) Mielke, 97, a resident of Venice for the past 30 years, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 16, 2013, at The Banyan Assisted Living Residence in Venice. She moved to Venice after retiring from the Vineland, N.J., School District. … Find out how to read more online.

Helen J. Neiswender, 88, loving mother, nana and friend, departed this life Tuesday, March 19, 2013, in Venice, Fla. She was the widow of John J. Neiswender. She was dearly loved and cherished by her family and friends and will … Find out how to read more online.

Elizabeth Z. Wozniak Lundgren, 92, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Villa Park, Ill., died Saturday, April 27, 2013. Elizabeth was a member of Calvary Bible Church in Venice, Fla. She was active in scouting in Villa Park, Ill. The family … Find out how to read more online.

Lester G. “Sam” Turman Jr., a beloved husband, father and grandfather, age 82, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Sam was born in Clarksville, Tenn., Feb. 10, 1931. He attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., and became a Sales Representative … Find out how to read more online.

Dorothy A. Flynn, originally from the Chicago, Southshore and Beverly, Ill., areas, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013. She was born Aug. 20, 1926. Dorothy retired from the BorgWarner Corp. in Chicago, where she was office manager of the legal … Find out how to read more online.

Caroline A. Buck (nee Porazzo) of Venice, Fla., formerly of Mansfield, Mass., died Wednesday, May 8, 2013. She was the loving mother of Janet E. Sharp and devoted grandmother to Simeon H. Sharp. Caroline is also survived by stepson Bradford … Find out how to read more online.

Albert C. “Kelly” Kelly Jr., 83, of Venice, Fla., died Monday, May 6, 2013, with his loving daughter, Kathy at his side. Kelly was born Jan. 21, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pa., weighing 1.5 pounds to Mary Anna (Wunder) and Albert … Find out how to read more online.

James Philip Johnson, 65, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Champaign, Ill., passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013. He was born July 4, 1947, in Urbana, Ill., to James Johnson and Mary Pollard. James was a member of Western Star Lodge … Find out how to read more online.

Thomas J. Dye, 87, of Venice, Fla., died Friday, May 3, 2013. Thomas was born in Columbus, Ohio, where his parents had a cattle farm and meat-packing business. He finished high school in Galena, Ohio, and went to Ohio Weslyan … Find out how to read more online.

Marion M. Worthington, 97, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Canton, Ohio, died Thursday, May 2, 2013. Marion was born July 18, 1915. Survivors include her children, Mac (Mary), Douglas (Robin) and Holly (Mike) Laiben; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and close … Find out how to read more online.

Henry Dalton “Steve” Stephens, 93, of Nokomis, Fla., passed away peacefully Monday, April 29, 2013, with his children by his side. Henry was born in Kibbee, Ga., Sept. 21, 1919. After life on the family farm, he joined the Army. … Find out how to read more online.

Katrina D. Fisher-McCormick, 28, of Opelika, Ala., was born Jan. 30, 1985, in Venice, Fla., and passed away May 3, 2013, in Columbus, Ga. She was a member of Airview Baptist Church. She loved to write poetry. She was preceded … Find out how to read more online.

Norma Jean Funk, age 91, of Venice, Fla., passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013. She was born April 21, 1921, in Grand Ledge, Mich., to Frank and Nellie Keesler. Norma Jean is survived by her husband of 71 years, William … Find out how to read more online.

Barbara M. Morrison, 69, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Pleasantville, N.Y., died peacefully Sunday, April 28, 2013, and went to be with her Lord. Barbara was born Nov. 5, 1943, in New York City, N.Y., to Bertha Edna (Young) and … Find out how to read more online.

Sharon A. (nee Coffey) Powers, 65, died Sunday, April 28, 2013, in Venice, Fla. Sharon was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth E. Powers; loving mother of Denise Proffitt and the late Kenneth Powers Jr.; dear grandmother of David, … Find out how to read more online.

In memory of James A. Stewart, Ph.D. March 9, 1926 May 9, 2012 … Find out how to read more online.

Earl D. Harrell, Sr. age 79, of Venice, Fla., went home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 28, 2013. He was born to William and Ruby Harrell in Washington, D.C. on September 21, 1933. Earl was a US … Find out how to read more online.

Robert H. Konegen, Sr., 68, of Venice, Fla. passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 28, 2013. Robert was born November 9, 1944 in Elizabeth, N.J.. As a child, he spent summers at Lake Hopatcong with his family. Robert carried on … Find out how to read more online.

Barbara J. Colpitts, 82, of Venice, Fla. formerly of Kirkwood, N. Y. died Sunday, April 28, 2013. Barbara and her husband moved to Venice 47 years ago. She was a member of the VFW, American Legion Post #159 and Women … Find out how to read more online.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, June 27, 1936, Annette was one of five children of John and Anna Kluchar. Roland, her beloved husband of 57 years, her children and her Creator must now ask family and friends to allow her to … Find out how to read more online.

Rachel Ann Gudnason, of Venice, Fla., died Saturday, April 20, 2013. She was born June 7, 1957. She is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Mark; three children, Jessica, Sarah and Markus; her father, Frank A. Stevens Sr.; … Find out how to read more online.

Frederick W. Engelbert Sr., 92, of Port Charlotte, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013, in Port Charlotte. He was born March 7, 1921 in Wilkinsburg, Pa. Fred joined the Navy and became a naval aviator. He met his wife, … Find out how to read more online.

Irene W. Blair, 87 of Venice, Fla., passed away Friday, April 12, 2013, at 11:15 p.m. at Summit of Venice. Following her retirement from Overbrook Country Club as hostess for more than 30 years, she and her husband of 58 … Find out how to read more online.

Joan Hance Hutchins, 69, of Venice, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013, in Glen Burnie, Md. She is survived by her husband, Charles Reid Hutchins; sons, Michael C. Hutchins and Stephen R. (Mary) Hutchins; grandchildren, Justin M. Hutchins, David … Find out how to read more online.

Janet A. Beckish, dear, sweet Janet A. Beckish, 70, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Milwaukee, Wis., passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2013. She was born April 13, 1942. She was preceded in death by her partner of 35 years, Sharlet … Find out how to read more online.

Raymond Edward Morrison Jr., 50, of Venice, Fla., went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, April 5, 2013, surrounded by family and friends. Ray was born July 9, 1962, in Albany, N.Y. He lived in East Greenbush, N.Y. … Find out how to read more online.

Louise Theresa Dulick, 91, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, died Sunday, April 21, 2013. Mrs. Dulick was born Aug. 28, 1921, in Youngstown, Ohio. On June 5, 1941, she married Steve Dulick in Youngstown, Ohio. Louise and Steve … Find out how to read more online.

Irene W. Blair, 87, of Venice, Fla., passed away Friday, April 12, 2013, at Summit of Venice. Previously residing in Bloomall, Pa., she was an avid homemaker and raised her three children. Following her retirement from Overbrook Country Club as … Find out how to read more online.

Mary Van Linda, 96, of Venice, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 17, 2013. She was born Feb. 18, 1917, in Ireland and moved to this area 33 years ago from New York City, N.Y. Mrs. Van Linda was a retired … Find out how to read more online.

Joan Hance Hutchins, 69, of Venice, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013, in Glen Burnie, Md. She is survived by her husband, Charles Reid Hutchins; sons, Michael C. Hutchins and Stephen R. (Mary) Hutchins; grandchildren, Justin M. Hutchins, David … Find out how to read more online.

Janet A. Beckish, dear, sweet Janet A. Beckish, 70, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Milwaukee, Wis., passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2013. She was born April 13, 1942. She was preceded in death by her partner of 35 years, Sharlet … Find out how to read more online.

William Herbert “Bill” Furfari, 86, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Morgantown, W.V., passed away early Monday morning, April 15, 2013, at Sarasota Hospice House of Sarasota, Fla. He was born in Morgantown, W.V., March 26, 1927, a son of the … Find out how to read more online.

Stephen T. Deans Sr., age 90, of Venice, Fla., passed away Monday, April 15, 2013. He was born Nov. 23, 1922, in Wilson, N.C., to a family of nine brothers and one sister. Steve joined the U.S. Army Air Corps … Find out how to read more online.

Arthur E. Smith, 92, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Wantagh, Long Island, N.Y., died Wednesday, April 10, 2013. He was physically active until the last few weeks before succumbing to leukemia. Raised in New York City, Art was educated at … Find out how to read more online.

William Herbert “Bill” Furfari, 86, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Morgantown, W.V., passed away early Monday morning, April 15, 2013, in Sarasota, Fla. He was born in Morgantown, W.V., March 26, 1927, a son of the late Dominick Furfari and … Find out how to read more online.

Margaret “Jean” Scott passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013, just in time to spend her first Easter with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Jean was born to Henry H. and Jannie Ione (Driver) Garland Sept. 3, 1925, in Puryear, … Find out how to read more online.

Fred W. Kocher Jr., 87, of Venice, Fla., went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, March 21, 2013, at his home. He was born Nov. 26, 1925, in Allentown, Pa., the son of the late Frederick W. and … Find out how to read more online.

Paul A. Blaisdell, 69, of Venice, Fla., was born Feb. 17, 1944, in Dover, N.H., and passed away Sunday, April 14, 2013, in Venice, Fla. Prior to relocating to Venice, Fla., Paul and his wife spent many years raising their … Find out how to read more online.