From Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Alice Raftery Powers, 91, Vero Beach
October 04, 1930 – February 07, 2022
Mary Alice Raftery Powers died Feb. 7, 2022 at home in Vero Beach Florida.
She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a graduate of General Hospital Nursing School in Indianapolis
Ms. Powers was a member of St. Helen’s Catholic Church.
Survivors include: husband Jack Powers, daughter Mary Pat Sharpe, son Michael Williams (Lynn), Grandchildren Ryan Sharpe (Kelly), Kristen Williams (Joe),Erin Kessler (Eddie), Patrick Williams (Brianne). Great grandchildren Maggie and Edwin Williams , Mary Ellen Williams and Evie Lynn Kessler.
She was predecessor by her parents, sister, first husband Roy (Bud) Williams.
Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., March 3, 2022 at St. Joan of Arc Church, Indianapolis.
Memorial contributions to St. Joan of Arc Catholic School or the American Parkinson Disease Association.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
From Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory
Wayne Johnson, 75, Vero Beach
October 15, 1946 – February 2, 2022
Wayne Johnson, 75, a resident of Vero Beach passed away on February 2, 2022.
He was born on October 15, 1946 to the Lewis and Ruth Johnson.
Wayne served in the Navy from 1964-1967. He was a graduate of Central Connecticut State University.
He retired as a Vice President of Florida National Bank in Vero Beach.
Wayne loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He loved fishing, antique shopping, and record collecting.
He was preceded in death by his Mother Ruth Johnson and Father Lewis Johnson
Wayne is survived by his Son, Kenneth Johnson; Daughter-in-law, Jennifer Johnson; Granddaughter, Kelsey Johnson; Grandsons, Dalton Johnson, Samuel Johnson, and Leland Johnson. Great-Grandson, John Stephens; Great-Granddaughter, Willow Hunt; Ex-Wife, Dale Hendry, former Sister-in-law, Donna DeSimone; Nephews, Mathew DeSimone and David Desimone (and his family) and Brother, Charles Johnson.
A Private family Service is being held at Strunk Funeral home on Feb. 18th, 2022
Wayne was a very giving person and wanted instead of flowers that a donation of your choosing be given to Master’s Academy in care of his Grand Children Samuel and Leland Johnson who attend the school. https://www.mastersvb.org/contact
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Judy Bazzetta, 82, Florida
June 3, 1939 – February 3, 2022
Judy passed away peacefully on February 3, 2022 at the age of 82 in Vero Beach, FL. She was a great wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother (GG), aunt and friend to many.
Judy was born in Detroit, MI on June 3, 1939, the second child of Marcella and Ted Banach. She graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Mt. Clemens, where she met Frank, her loving husband of 49 years and had 6 children. Judy and Frank loved to golf, and their love of the sport took them to Florida full time after the kids were grown. Judy’s other passion was reading; it was common for her to read a book a day in her later years.
Judy is survived by her daughters MaryKaye (Steve), Lynn (Larry) and Amy (Mark) and son-in-law Donnie. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Frank, her daughters Cindy and Sherri, her son Stephen and son-in-law Mike. She was fortunate enough to have 12 beautiful grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren. Judy was an honorary mom and grandmother to many people in her life.
Judy is survived by her siblings Sue (Harold), Ted (Shirley), Chris (Ron) and Frank’s brother-in-law John (Nancy).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the RISE Center at https://fundly.com/risecenterirc or mailed to RISE Center IRC, 919 14th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960 in Judy’s honor. This is a program with very special meaning to the family as her great-grandson Noah is autistic. This program is a wonderful option for Noah when he graduates at age 22. This is the only day program for the disabled available in Indian River County, FL.
Mom always said “please do not cry or mourn because I am gone. Laugh and rejoice because I lived”.
Mom, you will be missed terribly but you are in a much better place.
A memorial celebration for Judy will be determined at a later date.
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Robert F. Moore, 83, Vero Beach
December 14, 1938 – February 7, 2022
Robert F. Moore of Vero Beach, FL, died peacefully on February 7, 2022, after a long battle with dementia. Bob was born December 14, 1938, in Duluth, MN, the son of Maren M. Moore and Eugene R.”Richard” Moore. He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend of 55 years, Susan J. Moore. Their children include: Robert M. Moore of Cincinnati, OH, Nelson S. Moore, of Eden Prairie, MN, and Katherine S. Rebstock, of Edina, MN. Bob had 8 grandchildren: Lucy Moore, Jonathon Moore, Bethany Moore, Jessica Moore, Jordan Moore, Timothy Moore, Charlie Rebstock, and Anna Rebstock. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Moore, and sister, Maren Hustad.
Bob grew up in Duluth, where he learned to play hockey at a young age. At 13, he was a member of the Glen Avon hockey team which won the national championship at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Bob attended Culver Military Academy for his high school years. Upon graduating, he attended Dartmouth College, in Hanover, NH, where he continued his education and love of hockey.
At Dartmouth, Bob was elected captain of the freshman hockey team and later captain of the varsity. His hockey honors were many. He led his team in scoring, tied for first as the Ivy League’s top scorer, made the ‘All Ivy’ team as well
as New England’s ‘All East’ team. Bob was asked by his Dartmouth coach, Eddie Jeremiah, to join the 1964 Olympic hockey team. He declined the offer, due to an upcoming job commitment with U.S. Steel. Bob was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity and also elected to the Sphinx Senior Honor Society in 1961. He participated in ROTC and graduated with a B.A. in History.
Upon graduating, Bob began his business career at the US Steel Company. That experience was interrupted, as he entered the U.S. Army to fulfill his ROTC commitment. Bob was stationed in Nuremberg, Germany as a second lieutenant. His military service was cut short due to a knee injury and he was honorably discharged. Bob returned to U.S. Steel and in 1963 entered the Kellogg School of Business at Northwestern University where he met his soon-to-be wife, Susan. Bob graduated with an MBA with a concentration in advertising and marketing.
In 1966, Bob and Susan married and moved to Cincinnati, OH, where Bob worked for Procter & Gamble. He served as Brand Manager and later as General Manager of the Industrial Division. Bob worked for 33 years with P&G and had a strong sense of pride and respect for the
company. He retired in 1995.
In 1999, Bob and Susan bought a winter home in Vero Beach, FL and became members of the John’s Island Club. They were active committee members and made wonderful new friendships. Bob was a member of the Vero Beach Community Church and a supporter of the theatre and arts. Bob loved to play golf and also bridge. He enjoyed travel and had a ‘bucket list’ to play the top 100 golf courses. While he certainly did not complete the list, he did make it to many.
Bob and Susan spent their summers in Minnesota as well as in Cincinnati, where they were members of the Cincinnati Country Club. Bob loved the lakes of his native Minnesota as well as spending time with friends and family. He spent time in Battle Lake, MN, as well as Sunshine Lake,
outside of Duluth.
Bob put family first. He was always there to support us. He valued strong work ethic and provided sound advice. He loved coaching and encouraging his family in sports. He valued teamwork and sportsmanship above all. He felt fortunate and proud to have been born in America. Bob was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and Christian.
Sadly, Bob’s final years of life were spent battling dementia. Bob’s heirs are deeply grateful to the care he received at Somerset House and to his private, devoted caregiver, Joyce Williams.
It is his family’s wish that any memorials be made to the VNA, Vero Beach, or to our local Alzheimer’s/Parkinson Association.
There will be a memorial service in celebration of his life this Spring in Cincinnati. Details will be made available shortly.
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Dorcas Carrasquillo, 85, Sebastian
February 3, 1937 – February 7, 2022
Dorcas Carrasquillo, 85, returned to her heavenly home on February 7, 2022, after an extended illness. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.
She was born in Naguabo, Puerto Rico and moved to Sebastian, FL from Philadelphia, PA in 2001 to be close to her family members.
Dorcas retired from the City of Philadelphia as a Safety Officer. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church E.L.S., Vero Beach, Florida.
Dorcas enjoyed working on crossword puzzles, watching Novelas, and enjoyed spending time with her beloved dog Mindy.
Survivors include her daughters, Darlene Joy Carrasquillo of Arden, NC and Jennifer Lee (Stephen) Scheele of Bolingbrook, IL; sisters, Rose Nieves of Feasterville, PA and Gala Cyzewski of Sebastian, FL; brother, Serafin Mora of Sebastian, FL; grandchildren, Kimberly (Joseph) Minardi, Elyse Murphy, Madeline Scheele, Christian Scheele, and Lindsay Scheele; great-grandchildren Annabelle Minardi, Nicolette Minardi, Daniella Minardi and Rosalie Minardi.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Belisario Carrasquillo and seven siblings.
Memorial contributions may be made to H.A.L.O. Animal Rescue, 710 Jackson Street, Sebastian, FL 32958 https://halorescuefl.org/donate/ in loving memory of Dorcas Carrasquillo.
Visitation will be held 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Strunk Funeral Home, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, FL 32958 with a Funeral Service beginning at 4:00 PM with Pastor Matthew Luttman.
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William J. Souder, 86, Micco
February 17, 1935 – February 07, 2022
Mr. William J. Souder commonly known to his friends and family as “Bill”, 86, died peacefully on February 7, 2022, at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Florida.
He was born February 17, 1935, in West Cape May, New Jersey and enlisted in the US Army at the age of 22 on November 4, 1957, where he faithfully served his country. After his honorable discharge he found his way to a little slice of heaven by residing in Micco, Florida for numerous years.
Bill was a natural leader and the jack of all trades, his formal education was no match for the born leader he became, you could find him tinkering with electrical, heavy machinery, plumbing and construction. He worked as a Heavy Equipment operator for the Borough of Avalon located in New Jersey until his retirement.
He was a member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church, Sebastian, Florida.
Survivors include his daughter, Kimberly Mesmer and her husband, Keith of Vero Beach, FL; granddaughter, Kylie Mesmer of Vero Beach, FL; grandsons, Mark and John DiGeromimo of New Jersey and Kevin Mesmer of Miami, Florida.
Visitation will be held 12:30 PM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Strunk Funeral Home, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida, followed by a Prayer Service beginning at 1:30 PM with Deacon John Dunlop, officiating. Immediately following the service burial will take place at Sebastian Cemetery, Sebastian, Florida with Military Honors.
Arrangements are entrusted to Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Sebastian, Florida.
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John Francis Elberfeld (Jack), 92, Vero Beach
August 3, 1929 – February 6, 2022
John Francis Elberfeld (Jack) 92 made his way into the arms of our Savior on Sunday, Feb 6, 2022. Jack, John, Dad, Papa or Great Papa as he was best known, lived a life full of love. Born in Rockville Centre, NY to Margaret (Berger) & John Elberfeld. He survived his 7 older sisters.
Jack married the love his life Joan Mary Waterman (1928-2018) and were married 67 years. They adopted 2 children, Beth (Elberfeld) Binkley & Peter Elberfeld and had 3 grandchildren; Maggie Doescher, Colleen Kemper & Michael Elberfeld. Jack was Papa to his beloved grandchildren and his Great Grandson, Levi Kemper referred to him as “Great Papa.” He also has a great-granddaughter in Heaven (Lucy Faith Kemper) and a 3rd great-grandchild on the way.
Jack served in the US Army and was a decorated Korean War Veteran.
His Finance career was successful, and he retired the CFO for NSCC (NY). He also served on various Boards of Directors.
Jack was well known in his community, whether it be on Long Island, NJ, and Indianapolis where they moved to be near their granddaughters, and then for his final chapter in Vero Beach, FL. He was a faithful Catholic, always volunteering his time & talents in the church. Jack was known for being abnormally smart with numbers and could spout out the answer to any math equation. He was sharp bridge player and loved tennis and even some golf in his retirement.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM on Friday, February 18, 2022, at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 13075 U.S. Highway 1, Sebastian, Florida 32958 with Father John Morrissey, celebrant.
Arrangements are entrusted to Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Gary E. Stearns, 70, Vero Beach
July 21, 1951 – January 29, 2022
Gary E Stearns, 70 of Vero Beach passed away on January 29, 2022 at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.
There are no services planned at this time.
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Albert A. Kordiak, 93, Vero Beach
April 02, 1928 – February 05, 2022
Albert A. Kordiak age 93, passed away peacefully on February 5th among family in Vero Beach, Florida. A Lifetime resident of Columbia Heights, he was a winter resident for the many years.
He was survived by his wife, Mildred; sons, James (Marilyn), Steven (Janet) and Daniel; two daughters, Bonita Jones (Jimmy) and Deborah Meschke. Albert also has 2 sisters, Sister Donna and Sister Bonita, 11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, a fabulous large family and many friends . He is proceeded in death by his parents George and Anna and his brothers George, Andrew, Thomas and Donald.
Albert was an early leader of Anoka County government and recognized as “father” of Anoka County park system. He was on the Anoka County board of commissioners for 32 years and chairman of the board for 16 of those years. He was solely responsible for obtaining the first county park in the state of Minnesota in Anoka County and later adding 10 park Systems to Anoka County. Albert was on the Board of Directors of the Northeast Bank in Minneapolis. Albert was well recognized in his community for his involvement in many organization and efforts. Albert was local realtor, income tax preparer and Anoka County Commissioner.
Funeral arrangements are being provided by Washburn McReavy, 4101 Central Ave., Columbia Heights Minnesota. The Visitation and Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, 4030 Jackson St, Columbia Heights Minnesota, are pending. Albert will be laid to rest at Saint Anthony Cemetery in Minneapolis.
In lieu of flowers we would appreciate a contribution in Albert‘s name to Anoka County Parks Department.
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