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Dylan Gonzalez Obituary
Dec. 30, 1992 - Jun. 19, 2016
Dylan Gonzalez, age 23, passed away June 19, 2016, as the result of a tragic boating accident while on a fishing trip in the vicinity of Boca Grande. Dylan was born December 30, 1992 in Sarasota FL, the son of Michael and Kathy Kelly of Port Charlotte, Florida, and a graduate of Port Charlotte High School, Class of 2011 and graduated as Auto Technician from Sarasota County Vo-Tech as well.
He was an avid fisherman and was most happy on the Port Charlotte Harbor waterways fishing for any and all types of fish located in these waters. His dream was to catch a Juvenile Tarpon, which was done on this fishing trip. Dylan was also a trained auto mechanic and enjoyed working on his own vehicles as well as friends.
He is survived by his parents, Michael and Kathy Kelly, Port Charlotte, FL; Lindsey Peyton, girlfriend, of Englewood, FL; half-sisters Tara Renaud, Deidre Jones, and Eliana Gonzalez along with 1 nephew and 3 nieces; His Uncle Dave Hayden and Aunt Sherry Hayden, of Centralia, WA; Grandparents, Gil and Martha Thiel, of Venice, FL; Bob and Claire Kelly of Punta Gorda, FL; along with many other friends; he was predeceased by Grandmother, Bobbie Thiel, formerly of Venice, FL. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Memorial services will be held Friday at 1:00pm on June 24 at First Baptist Church, 312 Miami Ave. in Venice, FL. Pastor Tom Hodge will officiate. Toale Brothers Funeral Homes, Ewing Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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June 27, 2016
There is nothing one can say that will ease the pain of you loss, but please know that your extended family keeps you in our thoughts and prayers as you find your way through this painful time in your life. Aunt Joyce Babcock
June 25, 2016
I am so sorry Kathy! I remember Dylan as such a happy, fun loving, good boy! I was so shocked and upset. The kids and I send our condolences with lots of prayers to you.
Sincerely,
Debbie Sebul & Kids
Laurie Johnson
June 24, 2016
Kathy & Mike, My deepest condolences to you and your family. May the candle shine bright and bring you peace. My thoughts & prayers are with you. May God Bless you & help you heal thru this tragedy.
Mike Amend
June 23, 2016
We all love and miss you Dylan I remember all the long nights in the woods and at Mason's house, all the lot meets you come in with your speakers out the windows. Hope your slaying fish up there. Until we see each other again bud
June 23, 2016
My thoughts are with the family
May your peace be found by being wrapped in the arms of angels....
Both my boys were friends with Dylan..
From The Varney's
Northport Florida
Hamberger family
June 22, 2016
May your family find peace and comfort in your memories of Dylan. We are so sorry of the tragic loss of your son. Sending our deepest condolence, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
June 21, 2016
Kathy & Mike,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dylan was an awesome young man who could always make us smile. We loved him like family. I pray that your memories of him will give you comfort.
Love,
The Millspaugh Family
June 21, 2016
Kathy
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie and Jason DeLaura
Jim Kelly
June 21, 2016
Kathy and Mike, I offer you my thoughts, prayers and well wishes during this dark time in your life.
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