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Timothy Daniel Pickerill, 35
January 21, 1986 – March 11, 2021
Timothy Daniel Pickerill, 35, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 11, 2021, in Vero Beach, Florida. Timothy was born January 21, 1986, the third of four children and only son of his mother, Marta Carney, and father, Lee Pickerill.
Timothy was affable, outgoing, and beloved by many friends and family members. Fun-loving and spontaneous, he had an unrestrained, infectious laugh that drew you in; his two daughters, Madison, and Emma, were the light of his life.
He is survived by his daughters, Madison Lee Pickerill and Emma Renee Pickerill; his father, Lee Pickerill; his mother, Marta Carney; his older sisters, Kelly Pickerill and Lisa Pickerill; his younger sister, Emily Pickerill; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Timothy was predeceased by his grandparents, Elbert Pickerill, Frances Pickerill, Betty Jean Kozloski, and Charles Carney.
His life will be celebrated on Saturday, March 27, 3-5 pm, at his home in Vero Beach, 260 32nd Court SW.
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Dominick LoDuca, 77, Indiana
1943 – March 13, 2021
Dominick LoDuca, 77, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on March 13, 2021 in Vero Beach, FL.
Dominick was born 1943 in Hammond, Indiana. He graduated from Indiana University. Dominick retired as a Supervisor for Resort Condominiums International.
Dominick was a veteran of the United States Army.
He is survived by his wife Jane.
Services will be held at a later date in Indianapolis and burial in the Washington Park North Cemetery, Indianapolis.
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Katherine “Kathie” Bennett Dooley, 78, Vero Beach
May 24, 1942 – March 18, 2021
Katherine “Kathie” Bennett Dooley, 78, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021 at her home.
Kathie, the daughter of the late Co. William A. Bennett, Jr. and Mary Maier Bennett, was born in Dayton, Ohio and moved to Vero Beach over 40 years ago.
Know playfully as a “Domestic goddess” in her family circles, she was serious about being a positive contributor to the community. Passionate about her church relationship, Kathie and her late husband Thomas Dooley were founding members of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach. She also served as the Inaugural President of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild.
Kathie enjoyed traveling, working on her needlepoint projects and playing a skillful game of Mahjong. Kathie was the proud daughter of West Point graduate and an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Survivors include daughters Mary Ellen Cowhey and her husband Jeffrey, of Vero Beach and Ann Marie Bridges of Orlando, grandchildren William, Jeffrey, Jr., Bennett and Michael, a brother William Bennett, III, and his wife Jan of Long Island, New York, sisters Mary Clark of Los Angeles, California and Shirley Rauser of Bothell, Washington.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Thomas J. Dooley.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VNA/Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
A Funeral Mass celebrating her life will begin at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at her beloved Holy Cross Catholic Church.
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Linda D. Bowers, 74
September 7, 1946 – March 14, 2021
Linda D. Bowers, 74, passed away Monday, March 14, 2021 at Cleveland Clinic – Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach.
Linda was born in Atlanta, Georgia and was a long time resident of Vero Beach. She had worked as a bartender at Dodgertown for many years.
Her family was her passion, although she was avid about feeding “her” squirrels.
Survivors include her husband of 54 years Craig D. Bowers of Vero Beach, daughters Cynthia Klietz of Vero Beach and Heather Ziegler of Vero Beach, granddaughters Lilly and Alexandria Ziegler, grandsons Jesse Klietz and Andrew Chance, three sisters and a brother.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Judes Children’s Hospital, No services are planned at this time.
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Gloria Palmeri, 96
March 06, 1925 – March 13, 2021
Mrs. Gloria Palmeri, nee Faleni (96) died on March 14, 2021 at Life Care Center of Palm Bay, Palm Bay, FL. She was born in Brooklyn on March 6, 1925. Predeceased by her parents Agnes A. & Alfred J. Faleni & her sister Alice Cattanach. She is survived by her son Dennis E. Branham & his wife Jovanna Branham, granddaughter Jeanine Hall & her husband David, their children Lyla & Greyson Hall, nieces Patricia Sotis and son Timothy, Linda Dudley & nephew Stephen Garrett. Interment will be held in the spring at Simsbury Cemetery, Simsbury, CT. Arrangements are entrusted to Strunk Funeral Home, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Nancy Ruth Cotton Wheeler, 89
June 21, 1932 – March 16, 2021
Nancy Ruth Cotton Wheeler passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2021, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her entire family who brought love and comfort to her side. Born June 21, 1932 in Wilmington, MA, the third child of Joseph and Ruth Cotton. Nancy grew up in Barnstead, New Hampshire and graduated from Pittsfield High School.
Nancy was quick minded and full of clever observations. These characteristics encouraged her extensive family and friends to be the best versions of themselves. She had a knack for drawing people together and thrived in the often-boisterous environments that followed.
In quieter moments Nancy put her hands to work crafting incredible and expansive gardens, pausing only when it was time to bake batches upon batches of cookies to share or perhaps read one of her favorite thriller novels.
Nancy & Gene were married in Concord, NH in 1981 and soon after purchased a home at Sea Oaks Tennis Club where they enjoyed friendly competition in both tennis and golf. Many victories were shared but the friendships that were created were always the most treasured. Still, it was a surprise to her when her friends presented her the Sea Oaks Miss Congeniality award.
Nancy is survived by her husband of 39 years, Eugene M Wheeler of Vero Beach Florida and her 4 children, 2 stepchildren, 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Her children Rickie Tasker of Barnstead, NH, Melanie Ekstrom of Pembroke, NH, Susan and husband John Sargent of Hopkinton, NH, and Russell and wife Linda Elkins of Loudon, NH. Her stepchildren, Allison and husband William Wolf of Alexandria, VA and Andrew and wife Michele Wheeler of West Palm Beach, FL. Her surviving sister is Sandra McKenzie of Alton, NH. She was predeceased by her sister Roberta (Bobbie) Heywood, and her brother Joseph (Sonny) Cotton.
The entire Wheeler family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the Sea Oaks community for their loving and generous support along with the invaluable care and compassion from both VNA and VNA hospice who assisted throughout her illness.
Services for Nancy will be private and held at a later date in Barnstead, NH.
Memorial contributions may be made in Nancy’s memory to the Sea Oaks Landscaping committee, Sea Oaks, 8811 Hwy A1A, Vero Beach, FL 32963, Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Hospice, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL, 32960 or to a charity or non-profit that has touched your life.
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Ruth Emily Morris (Dinning), 85, of Sebastian
August 04, 1935 – March 08, 2021
Ruth Emily Morris (Dinning), 85, of Sebastian Florida passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, peacefully at home with her dog Ruby by her side.
She is survived by her daughter, granddaughters, great grandchildren, and loving caregiver, friends and neighbors.
Celebration of life to be announced at a later date.