Claudia Austin Bailey, 66, of Bradenton, FL, passed away on March 12, 2022. She was a loving woman that cherished her family. She always had a smile and kind words to offer those in need. Her final time in this earthly world was spent enjoying time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughters: …
Ms. Cheryl Royal, 62, of Sarasota, FL, passed away on March 15, 2022. She received her education through the public school system of Sarasota County. Ms. Royal was a member of Life Changing Breakthrough Ministries in Tallevast, FL. She is survived by a daughter, Cherine Royal-Beach; her parents, Louise Carter and Harrison Furlow; three sisters: …
Ms. Pinky Wynn, 71, of Sarasota, FL, passed away on March 18, 2022. Services are private. Chandler’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Nichole Denise Simmons was born on December 20, 1980, in Sarasota, FL, to Veronica Irving and Dwayne Simmons. Nichole attended the public schools in Sarasota County and graduated from Riverview High School. Deciding to further her education, she attended Everest University. She was employed as a nursing assistant. She attended Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church. She …
Baby Aaliyah Goldsmith, just a mere two months after her birth on December 14, 2021, earned her beautiful angel wings and met the eyes of Jesus on March 5, 2022. Aaliyah leaves beautiful and cherished memories of her short life to her parents, Julisa Daniela Garcia and Gerald Sterling Goldsmith, II; her favorite sibling, Mya …
Yolanda Eugenia Bowens was born on September 28, 1970, in Sarasota, FL, to Tyrone Bowens and Gail Abrams. She worked as a home health aide in an assisted living facility until a heart attack rendered her unable to work. A bona fide foodie, Yolanda (affectionately called “Yo-Yo”, enjoyed cooking delicious meals, such as garlic crabs …
Verna Hall was born Verna Lee Rosanna Purdie on August 3rd, 1932, to parents, Lee Purdie and Sarah Weir. She was born in the home where she resided up until the last months of her life. At an early age, she learned to listen more often than she talked ….. a skill that assisted her …
EMMA L. EDWARDS, 84, of Bradenton, FL, passed away on February 16, 2022. She was born on October 12, 1937, in Swainsboro, GA, to Emma Jackson and Moses Edwards. Church was her life and was recognized as Mother Emma Edwards. She was married for 47 years to the late John Edwards. Precious memories of her …
ELOIS JONES-WEST, 93, of Sarasota, FL, passed away on February 16, 2022. She was the ninth child born to Lemuel and Fannie Jones on January 9, 1929, in Alachua, FL. Elois was married to the late James C. West. They had two sons: Richard A. and the late James (Jimmy) V. West. She attended ACTS, …
Daisy Carol Stewart, 65, of Palmetto, FL, passed away on February 11, 2022. Visitation only will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022, 6-8 p.m. at First Born Church, 217 10th Avenue East, Bradenton, FL. Chandler’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.