Louis Jr. & Carolyn Vertich

Carolyn E. Vertich was born in Dayton, OH on February 28th 1943 to Everett and Ruth Coy.

Louis F. Vertich, Jr. was born in Middletown, OH on August 17th 1937 to Alois and Marie Vertich.

Carolyn and Louis were married on July 7th 1973. They were married for 53 years. They spent those married years in a cherished, loving home they made together. Their marriage was so deeply rooted in love for each other, that they passed from this Earth together.

Carolyn passed on September 25th 2026 and Louis passed on September 27th 2026. They join their family members that preceded them in death, including their grandson, Spencer Louis Vertich.

Carolyn was a PE teacher, homemaker and caretaker. Carolyn enjoyed sports, especially watching the Tampa Bay Rays, nature and sunsets. Louis was a music teacher for over 30 years in Manatee County. Louis enjoyed working in his yard, getting his steps in and sharing life stories.

They leave behind a legacy of love, understanding, teaching, compassion and empathy. They not only shaped the lives of their children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, they also touched and shaped the lives of anyone that met them. They may no longer be here, but their love and spirit will live forever here on Earth.

They are survived by their children; John L. Vertich, Mary E. Griffith and Debra A. Townsend. They are also survived by their 8 grandchildren; Ethan W. Vertich, Ty A. Townsend, Neeva M. Townsend, Jacob A. Griffith, Callen M. Griffth, Kylee M. Prince, Mason R. Prince and Shelby T. Prince.

In Lieu of Flowers please donate to your local school music department or athletic department in their names.