Steven R. Bachmann, 58, Sebastian
Steven R. Bachmann a.k.a. “Pop Pop” to his grandchildren, passed away Nov. 29, 2020, in Sebastian, at the age of 58, but his fun loving attitude and playfully sarcastic commentary will not be forgotten.
Steve was born in Jersey City, N.J., but became an avid Floridian early in life. Spending a majority of his time on the water (boating, fishing and scuba diving) he “hooked” his wife, Sandy (nee Lambert), of 31 years, on a blind fishing date (don’t worry she got him back on a spearfishing trip with a Triggerfish spine to the leg). Their love for the ocean and each other spurred a trip to Key West, where they married June 10 (25), 1989, on the beach and then spent a barracuda, dolphin, seagull poop filled honeymoon in Islamorada, Fla.
Steve treasured the time spent raising his two daughters, Kelsey (Will) Van Zonneveld, of Sebastian, and McKenna Bachmann, of Ray City, Ga., whom he passed on his sense of humor and gift of sarcasm.
Known as the dad who could be persuaded to help with anything for a pan of brownies or a good beer he would always take the time to remind you and those around you of your most embarrassing moments (“that’s what parents are for”) from the doll bath in the toilet, the pet hermit crab boil to the midnight police rescue. He cherished his time spent on the softball field with his controllably wild daughter McKenna, proudly sporting the bumps and bruises inflicted by her arm and bat.
He took extreme pride in his step-granddaughter Arya Van Zonneveld (6) and his grandson Noah Steven Van Zonneveld (2) and looked forward to his weekly “Pop Pop” visits; reading, playing, swimming and “big” truck time.
A small engine/golf course mechanic by trade, Steve spent his early years turning the wrench beside his dad at Vero Lawnmower Center. He spent the past 15 years entertaining his co-workers at Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club in Vero Beach, FL. Co-workers would shake their heads and crack a smile when they observed Steve wrestling with the equipment, often winning the battle but not without a multitude of battle scars, usually covered up by the various hats he was always trying to bum off the numerous salespeople and technicians who frequented the shop. Y’all know who you are!
Steve was preceded in death by his father, Ronald, and mother, Catherine.
In addition to those mentioned above he is survived by three sisters, Sue Bachmann, Kathleen (Jim) Wilson, Linda (David) Skrelunas; one brother, Bob (Andie) Bachmann; a sister-in-law, Kathleen (Paul) Smith; and many nieces and nephews.
At the request of the family no services will be held at this time.
Steve was always willing to help others and brought a smile to all those he encountered. His fun loving attitude, sarcastic comments and sense of humor will be missed by all that had the privilege to know him.
Ray Barrett, 85, Vero Beach
Ray Barrett, 85, of Vero Beach, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Nov. 23, 2020. He was born in Grant, Ky., on May 10, 1935, to the late James and Martha Barrett. He moved to Holland, Mich., in 1952, and then later in life moved to Vero Beach.
He was a master plumber and owner of Barrett Plumbing.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Schippers, of 67 years; daughter, Linda (Mike) Huizenga, of Holland; and son, Jack (Rhonda) Barrett, of Norton Shores, Mich. He is also survived by two sons-in-law, Jack Gebben and Jon Ditmar; two sisters, Linda James and Tressa Thacker; two sisters-in-law, Florence Barrett and Joyce Barrett; 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his children, Kathy, Patti, and Michael.
He was a member of Community Church of Vero Beach. Donations in his memory can be made to the church.
A celebration of life will be held in Holland, Mich., at a later date.
William Edward Offutt Jr., 26, Vero Beach
William “Billy” Edward Offutt Jr., 26, died unexpectedly Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. Billy was a native son and lifelong resident of Vero Beach.
He graduated from VBHS in 2013 and attended Indian River State College. Billy recently worked at FPL and in Indian River County before accepting a position with PIKE Electric. He aspired to be a lineman after finding his passion in serving his community and had a great love for his hometown.
Billy was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, boating and diving and was known for his dimples and big blue eyes. He also loved spending time with his family and was a proud uncle who could always be counted on for every big and small moments in his family’s life. His bright smile, big hugs, and warm spirit stood out to all who knew him. He was larger than life and always filled the room with his presence and genuine love for everyone.
Our love for Billy is eternal and he will be deeply missed. With Billy’s passing we remind others that his life is one to be celebrated, although we miss him everyday, he will forever be with us.
Survivors include his parents, William and Sally Offutt; sister, Alyssa (Jarrett) Trimm; and love of his life, Jayd Kotrady; paternal grandfather, Harry C. Offutt III; maternal grandfather, Robert Engborg; and maternal grandmother, Noriko Kenmochi; nieces, Savannah and Charlotte Trimm; nephew, Clay Trimm; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Janet Offutt; and paternal step-grandmother, Nancy Offutt.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vero Beach Little League and The Environmental Learning Center in his name.
A celebration of his life will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020, at First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach, where he was baptized.
Paul O. Parparian, 90, Vero Beach
Paul O. Parparian, 90, left his home in Grove Isle, Vero Beach, peacefully Friday evening to join his wife, Jeanne, in Heaven. Paul was born to Moses and Karnoog Parparian in their home in New Britain, Ct., on Nov. 9, 1930.
He began his working career selling newspapers at the age of five and ended it selling tires until retirement.
In retirement he enjoyed shuffleboard and his dog, Bellah, who passed away earlier this year.
Paul is predeceased by his wife, Jeanne B. Parparian (April 4, 2016).
He is survived by his three children, Paul (Kate) Parparian, Jr., of Vero Beach, FL, Ben (Barbara) Parparian, of Rogersville, Tenn., and Karen Parparian, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla; grandson, Nick (Amanda) Parparian; and great-granddaughter, Elena Jeanne Parparian, all of Tallahassee.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
A prayer service celebrating his life will begin at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, at the Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach. The family will continue to gather and receive friends until 4 p.m. at the funeral home.
Carlo Antonio Raineri, 49, of Sebastian
Carlo Antonio Raineri, 49, of Sebastian, loved the beach, running with his dogs, and watching the rise of the sun and moon. But most of all, he loved and treasured his family– enjoying every moment he spent with them until his death Nov. 23, 2020, in a traffic accident while traveling home to be with his family.
Raineri was born in Venezuela on March 7, 1971, to Carlo Raineri Bendotti and Miliena Raineri Lopez. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Patricia Barbarena Raineri; sons, Carlo Luis Raineri, 28, and Anthony Luis Raineri, 12; daughters, Stephanie Patricia Raineri, 18, and Melanie Patricia Raineri, 16, all of Sebastian.
He is also survived by extended family members: brothers, Roberto and Gianfranco Raineri; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Adriana Williams and Rick Williams; nephews, Kenneth Fernando Williams and Tyson Ray Williams; stepsisters, Lisa Pickel and Kristy Rees; mother-in-law, Rosie Pickel; and fathers-in-law, Paul Pickel and Luis Fernando Barbarena; and godchildren, Charlie and Sophia DePeri.
Carlo Antonio Raineri will be honored at a private church service, followed by a gathering on Saturday Dec. 5, 2020, at 2 p.m.at South Beach, Vero Beach, where all friends and family are welcome.
William Whidden Tovell, 77, Vero Beach
William Whidden Tovell (Bill or PaPa to his friends and family), 77, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and extraordinarily successful businessman, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 18, 2020, surrounded by his family after a two and half month battle with lung cancer. Bill was born on April 10, 1943 in Atlanta, Ga.
As a boy, he was spunky, a great playmate, and fierce protector of his sister, Martha. He loved to camp near his home at Niskey Lake in southwest Atlanta, where he also enjoyed swimming, boating, and fishing. Even as a young boy, he showed entrepreneurial skills that served him so well in his career. He picked wild daffodils that grew in his family’s yard to sell near his home.
He excelled as a Boy Scout, earning his Eagle Scout award with three Palms. As part of his scouting activities, he attended Boy Scout camp and helped to build a new one in north Georgia. He also excelled as a student, graduating a year early from high school following early admission to Emory at Oxford and later graduated in 1964 from Emory University with a BA in Psychology and Business. Bill also served in the US Army Medical Corps as well as the Army Reserves.
Following graduation, he went to work for Bacardi Imports, Inc. in sales and worked with the Georgia Peach Commission to introduce the now famous Peach Daiquiri. He was transferred to California and then Pennsylvania where he met the love of his life and wife of 49 years, Patricia Fassett Tovell (Patty or Honey to friends and family). Bill, Patty and their two children, Michelle and Bill Jr., moved to Miami in 1976 where they lived for 19 years until Bill retired from Bacardi, as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing and member of the board of directors of Bacardi Imports, Inc., after 26 years with the company.
Bill was an active supporter of the University of Miami football program and a member of the Orange Bowl Committee, a position he held until the time of his death.
After his retirement from Bacardi, Bill went on to have a very successful second career in the wine and spirits distribution business as a senior executive for Charmer Industries, where he was President of CDI, Inc. in Bridgeport, Connecticut followed by his tenure as President and CEO of Ben Arnold Sunbelt Beverage Corporation in Columbia, S.C., for 20 years until his retirement in 2012.
For several years, Bill and Patty split their time between their lake house in Chapin, South Carolina and their current home in Vero Beach.
Bill served for eight years on the HOA Board of Marbrisa and was known to his many friends as the pied piper of Marbrisa, always looking for fun things to do with friends. Bill loved spending time with his family, friends and his beloved Boykin spaniel rescue dogs, Sam, and Ranger.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Patty; his daughter, Michelle Tovell Quinn (husband, Bill Rudnik); his son, William W. Tovell, Jr. (Bill or B and his wife, Gayane); his sister, Dr. Martha Nesbitt (husband, Pete); his five loving grandchildren, Kate, Billy, Alexandra, William and Byron; and his Boykin spaniel, Ranger.
He was a wonderful loving husband and the best father, brother, grandfather and friend with a kind heart and a vibrant fun spirit. His love will endure and be carried on in the hearts of all who had the honor of knowing him.
A celebration of life will be held at a date to be determined in the future. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Bill’s memory to either the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County (6230 77th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32967, www.hsvb.org) or Boykin Spaniel Rescue, Inc. (112 Hunter Ridge Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29316, www.boykinspanielrescue.org).
