Roland A. Cadoret
Roland A. Cadoret, 91, of Bradenton, went home to Our Lord on Aug. 19, 2010.
He was born Aug. 8, 1919, in Woonsocket, R. I. Roland was a B-17 pilot in World War II and participated in the D-Day invasion. He flew many successful missions before his plane was shot down and he was held as a German prisoner of war for almost a year. He was a talented musician and played trumpet in many bands, including his family’s own dance band. Roland loved dancing and Big Band swing music. He met his bride-to-be while playing trumpet at a USO-sponsored dance. After returning home from the war, he married his sweetheart, Helen Anne Hoffmann, of Richmond, Va., in 1945. Roland moved his family to Bradenton in 1959. He worked in display advertising for the Bradenton Herald and retired from the St. Petersburg Times advertising department in 1985. He was a charter member of the Manasota Chapter of Ex-Prisoners of War and served as chapter commander. He was also a charter member of the Knights of Columbus, DeSoto Council and the Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice Advertising Council. For many years, he was a member of the DeSoto Celebration’s Conquistadors. Roland was instrumental in assisting his wife in founding the Manasota SOLVE Maternity Homes, where he served as president of its board of directors and volunteered in countless capacities. He also served for years a president and board member at the Imperial House Condominium Association in Bradenton Beach. After his retirement, Roland became a self-taught computer buff and was the volunteer editor of newsletters for several community organizations. He also enjoyed planning elaborate trips and he and his wife traveled to several different countries.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen; his daughters, Carollyn Kinneer, of Bradenton, and JoAnne Sheldon-Ramsey and her husband, John Ramsey, of Sarasota; two grandchildren, Alexandra Sheldon, of Oklahoma City, and Nicholas Sheldon, of Orlando; his brothers and their wives, Raymond and Clemence Cadoret and Dr. Conrad and Barbara Cadoret, all of Massachusetts; his brother-and-sisters-in-law, Frank R. Hoffmann and his wife, Betty, and Arlene Hoffmann, all from Virginia; and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Funeral Mass was held Saturday, Aug. 28, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Manasota SOLVE, Inc., 1509 8th Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205.
S. M. 'Kitty' DeGraves
S. M. "Kitty" DeGraves, 73, of Bradenton and formerly of Holmes Beach, passed away Aug. 23, 2010.
Born in Burlington, Wis., she spent all of her adult life in the South. She was an avid animal lover and trained service dogs for the deaf and hearing impaired. She owned a pet boarding facility in Myakka City with her friend and partner.
She was predeceased by a brother, Robert DeGraves, and a sister, Pat DeGraves Wedlake. She is survived by two nieces, Linda Wedlake Donley of Capron, Ill., and Diane Wedlake Habeck, of Wisconsin Rapids, Wis.; and long time friend, Netty Yarbrough, of Bradenton.
There will be no service. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home was in charge of cremation. Memorial contributions may be sent to Animal Network, c/o Laurie Crawford, 1201 42nd St. W., Bradenton, FL 34205.
Dennis C. Duffy
Dennis C. Duffy, 55, of Robinson Township, Ohio, unexpectedly passed on Aug. 21, 2010.
Beloved son of the late George and Grace Duffy, of Ingram, he was the loving husband of Jackie Duffy. He is also survived by his son, Dennis Duffy, Jr.; daughters Kristen Kraus and Janie Duffy-Keller; his sister, Becky Raburn, of Holmes Beach; three grandchildren, Chelsey, Marissa and Devon Kraus; and many aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Known simply as Duffy to many, he had an unforgettable booming voice and an amazing sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
There will be a private funeral for him. Schoedinger Grove City Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com.
