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born in Laurens, South Carolina and resided in Largo, 96 years old passed away peacefully at Largo Palm Garden Center after 17 years of battling Alzheimer's. Paul was a retired Navy pilot, having been shot down behind enemy lines and survived. He was one of the three founders of the Florida Aviation Historical Society, where he served as President for ten years. He is preceded in death by his late wife and the mother of his children, Betty Jane Ray Finley and a son William Finley. He is survived by his beloved wife Betty Finley who lovingly took care of Paul during his illness. Two sons: Marc Finley (Lynn), David Finley (Joni) Brothers: Jerry Finley, William Finley, Keith Finley, and Allen...

She is survived by her loving family & friends.

RICHARD FUNK, Richard Kenneth Funk "Dick" passed away peacefully on April 25, 2022, in St. Petersburg, Florida surrounded by family. Dick was 85 years old, born on December 16, 1936, to parents Rose Marie and Kenneth Funk in Cleveland, Ohio. The family later moved to Parma, Ohio, where they resided and established the family supermarket. Dick loved baseball and was a standout pitcher at Parma High School, the Cleveland Sandlot leagues, and Baldwin Wallace College. He remained a lifelong Cleveland Indians fan. He was also an avid golfer, always speaking of his beloved Pine Hills. He enjoyed the fellowship of his golf buddies and the challenge of the game well into his final years. Dick...

Born February 2, 1948 in Cuyahoga, Ohio passed away on April 24, 2022. Jerry is survived by his wife of 55 years, Okye Creadon; his daughter Barbara Creadon Metzler, her husband Michael Metzler and their sons - Michael Metzler Jr. (JR) and Prescott Julian Metzler; his daughter Beverly Creadon Frank and her husband Douglas Craig Frank; and, his son Gerald Creadon Jr. (JJ), his wife Victoria Olchanskaia Creadon and children - Springfield, Gerald III (JT), Ethan, Polina and Kira Creadon; his brothers Vincent and Timothy Creadon; and, his sister Cheryl Buchen. Jerry served his country for over thirty years in the United States Army, full-time active National Guard and Army Reserves. He achieved...

Wagner, Elizabeth Lillian (Betty), 96, of Seminole, died peacefully April 21, 2022 at home. Born in Medford, Massachusetts, Betty grew up in Lawrence and Methuen and graduated from Searles High School where she was a majorette. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lillian Reed Vost and husband, Richard Wagner (Dick). Betty is survived by daughter Janet Anschuetz and grandson Cameron Anschuetz. Her family moved to Florida after graduation and she settled in St. Petersburg. She married Dick in 1945 in San Diego, CA while he was serving in the U.S. Navy submarine service. They spent winters in St. Petersburg and summers in York Beach on the Maine coast where they became part-owners of The...

96, of Seminole, died peacefully April 21, 2022 at home. Born in Medford, Massachusetts, Betty grew up in Lawrence and Methuen and graduated from Searles High School where she was a majorette. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lillian Reed Vost and husband, Richard Wagner (Dick). Betty is survived by daughter Janet Anschuetz and grandson Cameron Anschuetz. Her family moved to Florida after graduation and she settled in St. Petersburg. She married Dick in 1945 in San Diego, CA while he was serving in the U.S. Navy submarine service. They spent winters in St. Petersburg and summers in York Beach on the Maine coast where they became part-owners of The Goldenrod, a seasonal restaurant,...

The family of Frances Ilivicky mourns the passing of our devoted mother to Ellen and Ira, Howard and Sarah, and grandmother to Reuben, Eli, Isaac, Anna and Samuel. She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years. Frances was a teacher and principal in East New York for over 30 years. She was devoted to his family and to the education of students in New York City. May her memory be for a blessing.

Alan Gerald Dee passed away peacefully at home on April 10, 2022 in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was 92 years old. Born on October 27, 1929 to parents Frank and Helen in Brooklyn, New York, he and his younger sister, Marilyn, grew up in Trenton, New Jersey until the family moved to St. Petersburg after his 13th birthday. He graduated from St. Petersburg High School and the University of Florida. After college and a stint in the Coast Guard, he returned to St. Petersburg. He met the love of his life, Susan, in 1965 and they married that same year. Together they raised their two sons in the home they built together in 1970. He grew his accounting practice and dutifully served his clients for...

The family of Marty Ilivicky mourn the passing of our devoted husband, to Frances, father to Ellen and Ira, Howard and Sarah, and grandfather, Reuben, Eli, Isaac, Anna and Samuel. He was the former Superintendent of Brooklyn High Schools and had over 40 years in the NYC Public School System . He was loved by all and may his memory be for a blessing.

Harvey P. Sussman, 77, passed away peacefully April 2, 2022 in the comfort of his beautiful Palm Harbor, Florida home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Paterson, NJ on May 21, 1944 to the late Goldie and Oscar Sussman, Harvey graduated Eastside High School in Paterson, NJ and continued on to earn his BS from Brooklyn College of Pharmacy. Early in his career, he purchased four pharmacies in Paterson including Sussman Drugs, a local landmark which his father started many years before, and International Drugs. He loved to dabble in various business ventures and eventually started one of the very first and most successful Home Infusion businesses in the Tri-State Area which he managed...

She is survived by her loving husband & family.

age 76, died on March 23rd, 2022 in St. Petersburg, FL. She is survived by her daughter Marit M. Parker, and her two grandchildren, Loen and Baron Parker. Services will be held at St. Thomas Episcopal Church at 10:30 am on April 23rd. Please visit www.davidcgross.com to read her full obituary.

After a brief illness, Marjorie Ellen "Margie" Shulman passed away at the Suncoast Hospice in St. Petersburg, FL on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. Her loving husband, Frank Bonnevie, and family were by her side. She was born in Pittsfield on December 31, 1949 where she grew up. She and her husband resided in Lee, MA, but recently moved to be with other family members in Gulfport, FL. Margie is survived by her children and their families: David Finkelstein, wife, Valerie Sugiyama, and their daughter Lily of Pleasanton, CA; Jamie Lacroix and her daughter, Emmy of Stoughton, MA; Jesse Shulman of Pittsfield, MA; Erika Bonnevie, partner, Cam Wiley and son, Anderson of San Diego, CA; and Frank...

86, passed away on March 19th, 2022. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harold H. Potter "Bud," and is survived by four children and their respective spouses: Linda & Michael Davis, Gary & Mandy Potter, Bruce & Nita Potter, and Dawn & Kerry Lundin, as well as 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Marty was born in Arlington, Virginia and later moved to the Washington, DC area. She worked as a Systems Command Accountant for the Navy Department, until early retirement to move to Florida in 1979. She is a long-time member of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 3747 34th St. S., St. Petersburg FL 33711, where a memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 19...

74, previously of Bowling Green, KY, passed away on March 19, 2022. David is preceded in passing by his wife, Mary Bailey Bramer; his parents, George & Joann Bramer; and sister, Connie Manley. He is survived by his loving sister, Suzanne (Gary) Hatcher; 2 nieces and 2 nephews.

88, of St. Petersburg passed away March 15, 2022, at Peninsula Care in Tarpon Springs while in Palliative care. Born and raised in Gau-Heppenheim, Germany, she and her husband Willi immigrated to the United States in 1960, settling in Syracuse, N.Y. Renate and her family took yearly vacation's in Florida, and in 1978 the Seiltgen family moved to St. Petersburg. Renate's first job in Florida was at the Clock restaurant on 4th street, starting out as a waitress and later becoming a store manager. She was preceded in death by her husband Willi, and granddaughter Tiffany Seiltgen. Renate is survived by her daughter Dagmar Hunter; her two sons, Friedrich & Stephan Seiltgen; grandchildren...

A sewing angel, Doris Ann Rudisill, came into this world April 3rd, 1941, in Morganton, N.C., to James and Dorothy Willets. She graduated from Morganton High School in 1960. She began her college career at Lenoir Rhyne College, but a teacher from high school had suggested a degree in Home Economics after seeing her great aptitude for sewing. Lenoir Rhyne did not offer this degree and she transferred to East Carolina, where she would become president of AOII Sorority. She met her future husband, Larry Rudisill when she was driving fellow classmates back home on weekends. Doris quickly learned she was from the same general Western North Carolina area as Larry, they would quickly find...

Anne D. Hurley, a resident of Treasure Island, FL and formerly of Snyder, NY passed away on February 27, 2022 at age 85. Beloved wife of the late Donald Hurley. Mother to Jason, Erin (Barb Waite), and Megan (Paul Tesluk). Grandmother (Nonnie) to Mick, Ellie, Bess and Peter Tesluk. Anne was an avid wildlife and weather watcher, particularly birds and water life near the ocean. She was also a skilled bridge player, bowler and wonderful friend to many. She was married to her husband Don for 59 years before his passing in 2018. Her children described her life of one that was well lived! The family will host a celebration of life in the near future.

89, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022. Although Sylvia was born in Rock Hill, SC, when she was a child the family moved to St Petersburg, FL, where she and her two loving brothers grew up in modest means. She was young when her father and brothers went off to fight in WW2...her father would never return. She graduated from St Pete High School in 1950 and as a young woman embarked on a series of life adventures including working for the FBI in Washington DC, then for Eastern Airlines in Miami, before moving back to St Pete, marrying twice and bearing two children, whom she loved and supported her entire life. Sylvia was a member of Lakewood Country Club in the 1960's/70's, and...

Lisa Rhea Magana, of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Logan, WV, passed away on 2-22-22. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Joanne Magana, and her brother Ricky. She survived by her loving husband Ted Murray and her twin sister Lori Magana. To honor her memory, the family requests an act of kindness on her behalf. You can visit Lisa's tribute page at www.davidcgross.com to share condolences or memories with the family.

Lisa Rhea Magana, of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Logan, WV, passed away on 2-22-22. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Joanne Magana, and her brother Ricky. She survived by her loving husband Ted Murray and her twin sister Lori Magana. To honor her memory, the family requests an act of kindness on her behalf. You can visit Lisa's tribute page at www.davidcgross.com to share condolences or memories with the family.