Martha M. Addis

Martha M. Addis obituary, Bonita Springs, FL

Martha M. Addis

Martha Addis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home on Dec. 24, 2021.

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Martha M. Addis, 88, of Estero, Florida passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021. She was born in Brookfield, Indiana a daughter of the late Max and Esther (Talkington) Brandman. After graduating from Moral Township High School, Martha became a Nurse's Assistant at Community Hospital where she loved working in the nursery.
Martha married the love of her life, Mervin Addis, who preceded her in death in October 2017. She is survived by her children, Jeffrey Addis and Barbara (Chris) Reiken; sisters, Nancy Nolting, Evelyn O'Dell and Leah Shimer; brother, Tim Brandman; grandchild, Austin (Erika) Reiken; and great-grandchildren, Ava Reiken, Elaina Reiken and Asher Reiken. In addition to her parents, Martha is preceded in death by her brothers, Jack Brandman, Dave Brandman, Max Brandman and Tom Brandman; and sister, Carolyn Gross.
Martha was always very active. She enjoyed walking, shopping and playing golf. She was a great cook and loved spending time at the beach.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in Martha's name to the Alzheimer's Association (https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Events/Tributes-AlzheimersChampions?pg=fund&fr_id=1060&pxfid=721460).
To sign Martha's guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home and Crematory, Family Owned and Operated since 1978.

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