Farley Funeral Home

It is with heavy hearts that I announce the passing of my beloved wife of 18 years Bette Luksha-Gammell. Bette died on September 13, 2022 at her home in North Port with her husband, Larry, and little dog Nelson. It was her wishes that when her time had come to be together. A big thanks to Tidewell Hospice for helping us with that. She was survived by her sisters Beverly, Francis and Barbara along with her brother Frank. Frances resides in Blacksheer, GA while the rest of the family in the Jacksonville, FL area. Bette was born in Jacksonville to Frank and Beverly Luksha, which are both deceased, on October 25, 1959. At 18 years old she decided to serve her country by joining the Navy....

Douglas Wayne Johnson, 83, passed away in Nokomis, FL on September 12, 2022. He was born on July 6, 1939, in Neenah, WI to Vernon and Mayme (Cizek) Johnson. Douglas lived in Winchester, WI, before living in Neenah, WI, prior to relocating to Osprey, FL in 1998. He worked as a truck driver for Foremost Whey Products for 27 years. Douglas enjoyed traveling, fishing, his 50's music, and was a Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Bucks Fan. He will be remembered as a loving partner, father, grandfather, and brother. There are no words to describe how much he will be missed by those who loved him. Douglas is preceded in death by his parents Vernon and Mayme Johnson. He is survived by his special...

Charmaine L. Bartanowicz of Venice, FL passed away at the age of 80 on Thursday, September 8, 2022. Charmaine was a devout Christian who spent her life preparing herself to be with the Lord. Charmaine was born May 4, 1942, in Wheeling, West Virginia, as this was the closest hospital to the family home in Powhatan Point, Ohio. The family moved to Fort Lauderdale during World War II. Charmaine graduated from Stranahan High School in 1961. She married Robert "Bob" Bartanowicz also of Fort Lauderdale on September 9, 1964. She was a loving and dedicated wife and mother supporting her husband and two children during her husband's 42-year career with the Air Force and Federal Aviation...

Joseph Johnson, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 in Sarasota, FL. He was raised in Utica, NY and, after graduating college, joined GE as a chemist and later became General Manager. After 15 years at GE, Joe moved to New Hampshire to become Vice President of Sales and Marketing for HADCO Printed Circuits in Derry and then President and CEO of Laurier, Inc. in Londonderry. Joe and his wife, Gloria, moved to Venice, Florida to retire in 2005 and he became a very active volunteer in their community. Services will be on Monday, September 19th at Venice Memorial Gardens. For more information or to send a condolence visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com

Joseph H Johnson, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 in Sarasota, Florida. His loving wife, Gloria, was by his side. Joe was born on May 18, 1943 in Utica, NY to Joseph and Mary (Smith) Johnson and was the oldest of their 5 children. He graduated from New Hartford High School in June of 1961 and attended the State University of New York at Oswego where he earned a B.A Degree in Chemistry. He then joined GE where he spent four years as a product and development chemist before moving into Sales and Marketing and soon becoming the Laminated Products General Manager. After 15 years with GE, Joe continued in the electronics industry by becoming Vice President of Sales...

Frank Anthony Loebig, 85, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2022 in Venice, Florida, with his devoted wife of 61 years, Marlene, by his side. Frank was born November 4, 1936, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the youngest of four children, into a family of limited means but unlimited love. After high school, Frank enlisted in the US Army and served his country honorably in the Korean War, including staffing a MASH unit as a medic. When he returned stateside, Frank attended Duquesne University, earning his Bachelor's degree in 1961. While at Duquesne he met the woman who would become his beloved wife, Marlene. Together, Frank and Marly built the life they had dreamed of, as Frank achieved...

Delores Jean (Casey) DeLorme passed away surrounded by the family that adored her September 5th 2022 in North Port Florida. Casey took great pride in being employed as a City of Sheboygan 911 dispatcher for the Sheboygan Police Department. She is survived by the love of her life Robert Joseph DeLorme. Daughters Michelle DeLorme, Denise (Scott) Mulder. Grandchildren Nicole (Adam) Knickmeyer, Haley (Arturo) Flores, Joshua (Melinda) Armstrong, Hannah Armstrong, Allison (Tanner Zielke) Armstrong and Joseph Mulder. Great Grandchildren Ben and Ella Knickmeyer, Gabby, Evelyn, Annalise and Felix Flores, Parker, Mason and Taylen Armstrong. In lieu of flowers a fund is being established in her...

Delores Jean (Casey) DeLorme passed away September 5th 2022 in Northport Florida. Surrounded by the family that adored her. She is survived by the love of her life Robert Joseph DeLorme, her daughters Michelle DeLorme, Denise (Scott) Mulder, grandchildren Nicole (Adam) Knickmeyer, Haley (Arturo) Flores, Joshua (Melinda) Armstrong, Hannah Armstrong, Allison (Tanner Zielke) Armstrong and Joseph Mulder. Great Grandchildren Ben and Ella Knickmeyer, Gabby, Evelyn, Annalise and Felix Flores, Parker, Mason and Taylen Armstrong. In lieu of flowers a fund is being established in her name at the Sheboygan County Humane Society. Arrangements under the care of Farley Funeral Home in North...

Thomas P. Vitale, died peacefully at his home in Venice, Florida on Friday, September 2, 2022. Thomas Vitale was born in the Bronx, New York on October 22, 1934, to Michael and Josephine Reina Vitale. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He worked in NYC as an upholsterer, later becoming a Firefighter in Scarsdale, NY for twenty years. He continued his interior decorating business until retiring to Venice, Fl. On May 5, 1957, he married Josephine Nobile, the love of his life, at St. Theresa in the Bronx. They also resided in Eastchester, NY, Bedford Village, NY, Charlestown, RI and Venice, FL. His interests included cross country trips with his...

James "Jim" Edward Spear, age 84 of Venice, FL passed away August 27th, 2022. Jim was born to Paul and Thelma Spear on October 30th, 1937, in Ashland, KY where he lived until 1975. Jim was a loving husband, father, and grandfather as well as a proud Navy veteran. Jim graduated from the University of Kentucky with a bachelor's degree in education. He held a Master of Education in guidance and counseling from the University of Arizona and completed his post masters work at Morehead State University in education administration. Jim was a coach, leader, and mentor at Venice High School where he served as Assistant Principal for 25 years until his retirement in June 2000. He contributed to the...

Judy Porter died peacefully on August 24, 2022, at Venice Hospice House after a short illness. A resident of Venice since 2003, she lived at Tuscan Gardens Venetia Bay after moving there in February 2019 from the community of The Isles of Chestnut Creek. Judy was an active member at the Venice Senior Friendship Center, and a congregant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and she may be remembered for her volunteer work at the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce tourist information center. Judy (nee Hogan) was born and raised in Larchmont, NY. After a short business carrier in NYC, Judy married her husband Tom in 1957; together they raised their family in New Rochelle, N.Y. In the late 70's Judy...

Janice was born in 1931 in Staten Island, NY, to Mary and Ludwig Comeforo. She attended Wagner College and had a 30-year career as a sales representative for Verizon telephone company. Jan was a member of the Venice Yacht Club, volunteered at Venice Regional Hospital, loved to travel, and enjoyed all kinds of music. Janice lost her husband, Irvin Anthony Miller, on January 29th, 1986. She shared her life since then in a loving relationship with James Gilmour, who passed on March 23rd, 2018. He brought so much love and support to her in their years together, Janice loved him deeply. Janice leaves behind a sister, Norma Robbiano; and a niece, Daria Dolan; grandniece Meredith Emond;...

Richard Allan Peterson (Dick) passed August 19, 2022 at age 77. Dick died at home under Hospice care as a result of long-term cancer. Dick is survived by his sister Natalie and spouse Peter Knudson and his brother Ed and spouse Lynne. He was also the beloved Uncle of many. Dick was married to Therese Duszynski, the love of his life, until her death 16 years ago. Dick was a Yooper graduating Graveraet high school in Marquette, Michigan in 1962. He then graduated from Ferris State University College of Pharmacy. After retirement Dick went on several medical missions to Africa and Central America. He moved to Venice Florida three years ago. Dick enjoyed golf, tennis, fishing and snow skiing....

William 'Bill' Dusablon passed away on August 8th. He grew up among seven siblings, along with raising a family, in the great Green Mountain state. He invested years in the telephone communication industry, which eventually had him relocating to the Midwest and then fully retiring to Florida, where he enjoyed countless sunsets and ocean sand. His sense of humor and smile will be fondly missed amongst his family, friends, and Venice barbershop. His knack for growing vegetables, herbs, and everything else was like no other. His gift of gardening fell over into the kitchen where he could make the best cup of coffee or biscotti. Moni, 'his rock', has been his partner for 50 years - many...

Lynn Johnson, 78, of Nokomis, died August 1, 2022 at Tidewell Hospice, Village on the Isle. Lynn was born April 27, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Florence and Robert Votipka. Lynn's father passed away in Venice when she was nine, but Lynn gained a new father when her mother married the late Gerald Duke of Venice. "Lynn-e" was greatly loved by her new extended family of Dukes and Higels. After graduating Venice High in 1962, Lynn moved to Jacksonville to attend Jones Business College. One night at a USO dance, she met a handsome sailor and lost her heart to him. She married Billy Johnson, of Arabi, GA, on August 9, 1963, and they raised two children in Crisp County, Georgia, before...

William (Bill) Theodore Shofner, 93, of Venice, FL went to be with the Lord on July 24, 2022. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Imogene Marie (Bush) Shofner. He retired from Carrier Corporation as an engineer in 1991 and later moved with Imogene to Venice, FL in 1994. They enjoyed living close to their children Pamela Sue of St Petersburg and William Kent of Venice, FL. He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed watching his grandson, Andrew Kent Shofner, play sports and graduate from UCF with an engineering degree. An avid sportsman, he played softball and basketball for Fairland H.S. He also played softball with the Shelby County Rural Youth and later coached Little...

Chiara Mary Shanika, age 79, daughter of Cornelius and Helen Warren died peacefully July 17, 2022. She is survived by her husband, Gregory Shanika and her sister Marilyn Stemmermann. Chiara was very active in church activities at Epiphany Cathedral. She was also an expert seamstress. She often altered and repaired vestments for parish priests and deacons. She was very generous with her sewing talent and frequently created gifts for her co-workers at church including several heirloom quality baptismal gowns. A funeral mass will be conducted at Epiphany Cathedral on Friday, July 29th at 1 pm after which her cremains will be interred in the church's memorial garden. In lieu of flowers...

Jane "Janey" Mullaney Glennan, most recently of Venice, FL, cherished wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away on July 16, 2022, at the age of 64, after an 18-year battle with breast cancer. As in life, she was surrounded by love and laughter of family and friends. Born on September 22, 1957, in Brooklyn, NY, to John and Jane Mullaney, Janey was raised in Huntington, Long Island, graduated from Boston College in 1979, and eventually settled in New Hampshire where she met and married her husband, Rick, and raised their two daughters. She had a long career as an event planner for various non-profits and educational institutions and for several years owned and operated a women's clothing...

Julia Cousins Laning, 100, passed peacefully on July 16, 2022 in her home in Venice, FL. Julia was born in Norton, Virginia on December 11, 2021 and came to Venice with her family in 1927, the year Venice was incorporated, when she was 5 years old. Julia loved Venice. Her passion for keeping Venice's history alive and the memory of those who helped Venice survive through the Depression Era was ever present in her life. Julia was a graduate of Venice-Nokomis High School and a graduate of Florida Southern College. During Julia's youth, her father, Mitt Cousins, was the Mayor of Venice and her family lived in the Triangle where her Mother opened a Tea Room. Julia was kind and had a great...

Marilyn Frances (Harvey) Szabo, age 80, of Venice, Florida, passed away on July 12, 2022. She was born in Flint, Michigan on March 3, 1942. Marilyn moved to Venice in 2014 from St. Charles, Illinois. She worked at Delnor Community Hospital as a Medical Technologist and was the Director of Laboratory Services for 20 years and retired in 2008. Marilyn was a member of the Waterford HOA and Landscape Committee co-chairperson, water aerobics co leader, sewing and embroidery enthusiast and avid cat lover. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Peter A. Szabo, Jr. of Venice, Florida, a son, Christopher Szabo of Somonauk, Illinois and a daughter, Laura Szabo of Somonauk, Illinois. ...

Marilyn Ann Rom (nee McNamara) passed away peacefully on July 9, 2022 surrounded by her devoted family. Born in Northeast Ohio on October 3, 1929, Marilyn spent her entire life raising her family and being of service to others. Marilyn met the love of her life, Frank E. Rom, at NACA in Cleveland (now NASA). They married in 1950 and raised their family of 7 children in Avon Lake, OH. Frank and Marilyn were active members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, and in their retirement years since 1980, at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, FL. Marilyn sang in both church's choirs and was a Eucharistic Minister for many years. She was also an avid game player and bowler, regularly attended the Venice...