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Gunther Delfs, 87, Vero Beach
February 16, 1934 – June 19, 2021
Gunther Delfs, age 87, of Vero Beach, passed away at his home, Saturday, June 19, 2021.
He was born February 16, 1934 in Wuppertal, Germany.
Mr. Delfs had worked proudly as a Master Furniture Builder for approximately 50 years in Vero Beach.
He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Marilyn A. Delfs in 2015.
Arrangements by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Sean Michael Walsh, 48, Vero Beach
September 06, 1972 – June 18, 2021
Sean Michael Walsh, age 48, passed away June 18, 2021 at VNA Hospice House of Vero Beach.
He was born in Queens, New York and in 1988 moved to North Lauderdale, Florida. In 2004, he made his move to Vero Beach.
He worked for Windsor Properties in Vero Beach, Florida as a Security Access Control Officer. Prior to his involvement at Windsor, he had 20 years of experience in other various security roles.
Survivors include his wife, Laura Walsh; daughter, Emma Walsh; mother, Patricia Walsh; siblings, Ken Walsh, Frank Walsh, Patrick Walsh, Theresa Hale and Tara Walsh.
He was predeceased by his father, Kenneth Walsh and sister, Kathleen Walsh.
A Gathering will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory. A private service will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Connor’s Cure, c/o The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513 www.v.org
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Joan E. Canizares, 73
June 12, 1948 – June 16, 2021
Joan E. Canizares, 73, passed away on June 16, 2021, while at her sister’s home in NC after a hard fought battle with cancer.
Her memory will be cherished by her dear friends and loving family.
Joan’s passing follows the loss of her dear husband, Tulio, just one short year ago. She is survived by her devoted sister and best friend Linda Capasse, as well as her step daughters, Susan Canizares, Joanne Greene and Leonor Ciarlone. Tragically, her stepson Donald, suffered a stroke and passed just one week prior to her death. Joan is also survived by the step grandchildren she adored, Melyssa Greene and Tara VanDerpoel of Houston, TX, Aidan and Renee Torres of Ann Harbor, MI and Marisa and Jocelyn Ciarlone of Boston, MA. Joan had a special passion for 4 year old Great Grandson Lincoln.
You will be missed, sweet lady, by your family.
Visitation will be at Strunk Funeral Home, Vero Beach, FL Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 5-7 PM.
Joan will be laid to rest on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 11 AM at Forrest Hills Cemetery, Palm City, Florida alongside Tulio, her husband of 34 years.
Donations can be made in memory of Joan E. Canizares to the Avery Humane Society, PO Box 1213, Newland, NC 28657.
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Vincent Frederick Sperling, 58, Sebastian
August 24, 1962 – June 13, 2021
Mr. Vincent Frederick Sperling, 58, died June 13, 2021 in Sebastian, FL.
He was born in Sacramento, California and lived in Sebastian, Florida.
Vincent was a Certified Pool/Spa Contractor for his company Sperling Pool & Spa Inc.
Survivors include his son, Anthony Sperling of Vero Beach, FL; daughter, Sarah Sperling of Sebastian, FL; brother, Chris Sperling of Cleveland, Alabama.
At the request of the family no services are planned at this time.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Home and Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Franklin J. Meisenzahl, 91
August 25, 1929 – June 20, 2021
Mr. Franklin J. Meisenzahl, 91, died June 20, 2021 at Sebastian River Medical Center in Sebastian, Florida.
He was born August 25, 1929 in Lindenwold, New Jersey to the late Joseph and Elva Meisenzahl.
Frank was a veteran and served in the United States Navy.
Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Anna C. Murphy Meisenzahl; son, Mark Meisenzahl and wife, Cheryl; other extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.
At the request of the family services will be private.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Home and Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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From Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory
Betty Jean Snyder, 90, Vero Beach
February 02, 1931 – June 23, 2021
Betty Jean Snyder, 90, of Vero Beach, passed away June 23, 2021.
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John A. Nardontonia, 90
June 06, 1931 – June 19, 2021
In Philadelphia, Pa. on June 6, 1931, John A. Nardontonia was the first son born to Donato and Rose, his parents who immigrated from the Abruzzo region of Italy.
John joined the Navy and served as a radar technician flying all over the world and their electronics instructor during the Korean War. He was stationed at Hickam Airforce base, Pearl Harbor in Honolulu, Hawaii where he met the love of his life, Patricia May Klasic who was also serving in the Navy. Their union lasted over 66 loving years. After their service, they moved back mainland to the east coast near family in New Jersey. John graduated from Drexel University with an Engineering degree. He was one of the lead engineers to develop what we call today, ”cable “ while working for Jerrold Electronics in Philadelphia, Pa. He also invented an electronic diagnostic and troubleshooting technology that is still used today. John was one of the industry leaders who founded the Penna. Burglar and Fire Alarm Association setting standards and regulations for all companies to adhere to when working in the state.
He moved his growing family to York, Pa. in 1970 to become the VP of YorkLite Electronics designing control equipment for the alarm system manufacturing industry. After a short while, with the support of his wife, they started their own company, JAN Associates, Inc. and Universal Telecommunications, Inc. John was a well respected, successful businessman actively involved in the community, his church, St Patrick’s, and loved singing with the Harrisburg chapter of the Barbershop Society. After selling their company, John and Pat retired to Florida. He stayed busy fishing, boating, traveling, playing poker, entertaining family and enjoying a good cigar with his sons, neighbors and many friends.
John will be eternally loved and missed by his wife, 5 children, 10 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren who are scattered all over the east coast of the U.S., his siblings and extended family in Bucchianico, Italy. He is remembered by the many names his children and grandchildren called him; “The Thinking Man, the Fix-It Man, Poppy Loppy, Pop, Dad, Big Dog, and Johnny.” He will never be forgotten, but missed dearly by all who knew him. He was a very special person to many.
John will be interred among the other brave men and woman veterans that served to protect our freedom. A military memorial and funeral will take place at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in the near future.
In place of flowers, please feel free to send donations to the VNA Hospice, 1110 35 th Ln, #1, Vero Beach, Florida, 772-978-5580, or donate online: https://www.vnatc.com/hospice/
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Esther Cardinale, 89, Sebastian
March 21, 1932 – June 21, 2021
Esther Cardinale, 89 of Sebastian, Florida passed away peacefully on June 21, 2021 at home after a lengthy illness surrounded by her son and many friends who provided much comfort in her final days before reaching her eternal rest.
Esther was born in New York on March 21, 1932 to Morris and Sarah Finegood. She has been a resident of Sebastian for 32 years and worked at Publix in the bakery department.
Predeceased by her husband, Ralph and son, John. Survivors include her son, Charles, her companion of 21 years, Mario Licitra. Esther will be remembered fondly by friends and family. The family would like to thank her caregiver, Barbara Moore for providing such wonderful care for the last year and a half.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:15 PM, Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Seawinds Funeral Home, 735 South Fleming Street, Sebastian, FL 32958 with Cantor Sara Kheel officiating. Interment will follow at Sebastian Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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