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Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Venice

Lyle A. Mekkes

August 21st, 1941 - November 14th, 2023

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Lyle Mekkes, age82, of Venice, FL, passed away on November 14, 2023. He was born in Jenison, MI to Nicholas and Sena Mekkes on August 21, 1941. Lyle retired from the automotive industry in 2002, and relocated to Venice from Hudsonville, MI. Lyle was a volunteer at Venice Hospital and will be remembered as the Mayor of the Panera Coffee Club. Surviving family members include his wife, Susan; children Mark and Eloisa Mekkes of Davenport, FL, Michelle and Jeff Keyes of Grand Rapids, MI, Todd and Debra Smith of Charlotte, NC, and James Smith of Venice; brother Lee and Edith Mekkes of Fayetteville, AR; grandchildren Reese, Mason, Jacob, Jillian, and Jasmin; and great grandchild Miles. No services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

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Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Venice

Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Venice

Since the 1880s, Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory in Venice has stood as a sanctuary of solace, reflecting over a century of tradition in guiding families through the poignant process of farewell and celebration. Our story, deeply woven into the community's fabric, began in 1883 when the Farley family opened their first funeral home. With a heartfelt mission to help families navigate the grief of loss and to celebrate the legacies of their loved ones, we have built a legacy of compassionate care that has endured across the ages....

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