For more obituaries go to, Funeral notices for Thursday, March 2, 2023. Jim was welcomed to heaven by his parents Payne and Mildred Downey, his sister Kathy and a host of friends, teammates, veterans, and assorted characters that crossed his path in life. Hersch is survived by his wife, Laura, his three children, their spouses and four grandchildren. White at DonWhiteCelebrationOfLife@gmail.com for details and to RSVP. Service Date: 05/03/2021. sisterhood): Cottey College, c/o Institutional Advancement, 1000 W Austin Blvd, Nevada, MO 64772. age 74, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on November 15, 2021 in Oro Valley, AZ. We all love you so much, and hope you continue to watch over us with those great big brown eyes and your boisterous laugh. Dr. Benjamin M. Harrison, Jr., 82, of New Orleans, LA, passed away suddenly on October 15, 2022. Sign up for service and obituary updates. I pray that you find healing, peace and great perspective as the Lord makes Himself available in comforting you all. Betty was an avid sports fan: Nebraska football (season tickets since 1961), Arizona football and Arizona Women's basketball (new season ticketholder as of 2019), Suns basketball and Diamondbacks baseball. Born in . Clarence Allen Rowley. In addition to radiating Mary Ann's kind and generous spirit, each shares her sense of play, love for fun and adventure (and roller coasters), creativity, and her genuine capacity for loving and being a good friend. Arrangements by MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS. Surviving him are his wife, Brenda L. Minor, of the home; his daughter, Rebecca L. Minor and his two sons, Alfred Lopez-Minor and Michael Lopez-Minor, all of Tucson; three siblings, a brother, Jerry Minor Jr. (#2) of Tucson, AZ; a sister, Inez Coleman and little brother, Joseph Minor, son of Katherine Mendez, all of Tucson; he leaves five grandchildren, Victoria, Kyle, Sienna, Penny and Emma. Edna's example showed Mary Ann how to have a friend and be a friend. Service Date: 03/12/2023. He returned to work in 1993 and saw the firm grow to be listed in the ENR 500 with 180 employees. Anyone who didn't know Mary Ann, need only meet her ten grandchildren to feel her essence. Al's sense of humor and big personality will be dearly missed by many. He was married to Soraida (Ida) in April 1965, who preceded him in death in 2012. Marietta was born in Chicago, IL in 1931. Jean and Richard were married for 29 years before her death in 1984. GetOut Editor, By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, The Navajo Times publishes obituaries free of charge as a public service. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Marietta met Joseph and they were married at Saints Peter and Paul Church in 1955. Follow the link to read our updated Privacy Policy. Marie is preceded in death by her husband, Joe M. Yazzie; first husband, Francis Mannie; daughters, Thelma and Colleen Mannie; and sons, Alfonso, Franklin, and Steven Mannie. She loved to weave, do beadwork, pick pions, and being in the canyon. Your trusted source for news of the Gila Valley and more. Mary Ann and Ralph had met in college, were married and then moved to Potomac, Maryland, for Ralph's work. Additionally, Bob taught her important life lessons including, when someone asks you to look into the end of a garden hose, don't do it, which Mary Ann was able to pass on to her own children and grandchildren. Prayers for you and your family. Mary Ann is survived by her partner, Edgar Dunn; her children, Linda Caverly, Sue Darling, Gary Darling, Rob Darling, Sally Bockisch; their father, Ralph Darling, Jr.; her beloved daughters-in-law, Sandy Darling and Jeana Darling, and her sons-in-law, Michael Caverly and Eric Bockisch; her grandchildren, Lara Darling, Stephen Caverly, Marc Darling, Dean (Kelsey) Caverly, Anna Darling, Lizzie Caverly, Scott Bockisch, Heidi Bockisch, Natalie Darling, Matthew Darling; her nieces and nephew, Mary Ann (Bob) Romas, Nancy (Butch) Luxton, Bob (Terry) Shepard, Betsy (Mike) Stoffers; her goddaughter, Joanne Librizzi Cyphers; and oodles of friends including, Audrey Librizzi and Marj Jorden. His personality and smile lit up the room, just as he lit up the sky with the amazing sunset on the day he passed. He was born on January 6, 1947 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Delores (Chalupa) Hankel. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. After graduation from Apache Junction High School in 1990, he went on to become a plumber, pipe fitter,. She enjoyed singing and cooking. He was an inspiration and hero to many. Julia is survived by her daughters, Vivian Upshaw, Juliana Upshaw and Victoria Upshaw; brothers, Tommy Castillo and Toni Castillo; and 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is known for his great Super Bowl parties and many family gatherings. Pallbearers were grandsons, Tyler Tsingine, Nolan Tsingine, Craig Tsingine, Dean Tsingine, Ryan Tsingine, Cameron Tsingine, and Kyle Ashley. Philis enjoyed entertaining family and friends by hosting many holiday gatherings in her home. Born in Phoenix, lived in Mesa and later resided in Tucson. A drive-thru reception will take place at the Tohatchi Chapter House, following services. SHIPROCK Funeral services for Chester Franklin Sr., 89, of Shiprock, will be held Friday, June 11, at 10 a.m., at Christ the King Catholic Church in Shiprock, with Father Patrick C. Wedekind officiating. There he was active in both local and state politics, and served as a district chairman. Jewel Riggins (Johnson) of Sherman, TX, Mrs. Lola Virginia Murkledove (Brown) of Amarillo, TX, Freddie Mae Minor, formerly of Williams, AZ and Mrs. Alta Mae Picou of San Antonio, TX and a stepsister, Rose Marie Lopez (Cheta) of Tucson. Chad is survived by his parents Wendell and Sheri Hill; auntie, Sondra Farrington; great-aunt, Helen Smith and his six beloved children, Dominic Hill (11), Jaianna Hill (10), Dez Hill (7), Eliza Lynae Hill (5), Chad Aaron Hill II (27 mos), Leiliana Hill (18 mos) and a loving family. As a child, she came from humble beginnings where she worked on a cotton farm with her nine other siblings. Low 46F. He is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Davis; son, Matthew Kauz; stepdaughter, Jennifer Peel-Davis; six grandchildren, Desiree Tuey, Vanessa Tuey, Joseph Tuey, Samantha Kauz, Baylee Slaughter, Morghan Slaughter and two great-grandchildren, Elias Crable and Asher Garcia. The loss of those we love is never easy especially when it comes to the loss of a child. At the time of her passing, Michelle was a Medical Laboratory Scientist at Sonora Quest Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ. At Barbara's request services will be private. 1757 Obituaries Search Gilbert obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. Randi Lee attended some college at ASU and studied business for a shortwhile, but she quickly realized her passion was aesthetics. Michelle was born November 2, 1995 in Phoenix, AZ to Tony and Jill Williams. Not a moment goes by that we don't think of you, and we often wonder what you would be like now. died early Saturday morning, April 24, 2021. at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 3, 2021. A Celebration of her beautiful life will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the family's property located in Deming, New Mexico. Discover AZ . Burial will follow at the Tohatchi community cemetery. Job Openings; Building Permits; Special Events; Business License; Alarm Permit; . She was Mii deeshgiizhinii (Coyote Pass Clan), born into Kinyaaanii (Towering House Clan). Mary Ann spent the last 20 years living, laughing, eating out and traveling with a wonderful man, Edgar Dunn, who showered her with love and affection, and protected and cared for her in her final years. Never miss an issue. We did not know Randi except through our daughter, Ally Krugh, who couldnt say enough kind things about Randi. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. He attended George Washington High School where he excelled in his studies and was very popular with his friends and on the football field. Grandparents; Raymond & Beverly Williams of Rockwell City, IA and Marvin & Carol Rogers of Scottsbluff, NE. 81, of Tucson, AZ, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2021. He proudly served aboard the vital Liberty ships that powered the Allied war effort during World War II as a member of the US Merchant Marine. Service Location: Central Christian Church, 965 E. Germann Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297. As Connie would readily say, these were the best years of her life socializing with the many friends they gained while enjoying their retired life. Their home was in Nutley, New Jersey. Valdemar Gilbert. They all doted on, loved on and spoiled Mary Ann as their own, and she held dear that she was thoroughly loved by them all. Sam was born on December 22, 1936 in Boston, MA to Ruth Winchester and George Palmer Morey. He attended Pueblo H.S. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The 100 Club, supporting fallen Police Officers or Catholic Community Services of So. In time you will find peace in your heart and remember all the good things Randi was about. Honorary pallbearers were Gilbert Bahe, Melvin Yazza, Wilbert Segodi, Michael Wayne June, and Dennison Shirley. ADVERTISEMENT. In 1992 they moved further west to Panther Valley in Hackettstown, NJ. Mary Ann was also a lay-reader and chalice bearer. and left public school to join the Job Corps in Oak Glenn, CA. Lwanga was born approximately on October 30th in 1934, to Michael (Mickaeli) Kibuka and Elizabeth Lubewa in Masaka, Uganda, and was the last surviving sibling out of ten children. Cope Memorial ChapelKirtland is in charge of arrangements. Randy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He had two children with Barbara, Suzanne and Nancy. In 1980, Jim left Columbus to take a position as President of Cella Barr & Evans in Tucson. Her absolute favorite team, however, was the Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Lions football team. She grew up and lived in the Pittsburgh area for 20 years until World War II broke out. Connie and her twin sister Carol were among the last class to graduate from Nome in 1966. For more obituaries go to, Funeral notices for Saturday, February 25, 2023. During his career with the Tucson Police Department he had many achievements while working his way up through the ranks. Randi is survived by her parents Randall Gatewood and Shannon Dean; brothers Quinten and Kyree Gatewood; and her nephew Rylan Gatewood. Amanda Ann Moser passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 at 10:39am in Phoenix, Arizona. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME. Jim was able to retire, and he was ready! Visitation Date: 05/03/2021. ", Jim was a member of Tucson Country Club where he played golf for many years and especially enjoyed the "Over the Hill Gang."