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MEMORIALS
Sacred Heart Parish has been blessed with the presence of many parishioners who have since gone home to be with the Lord.
We ask for your prayers for them as we also ask them to pray for us.
If you have a friend or family member that you would like to have listed on this page, please contact the Church Office at (928) 445-3141 or email parish@sacredheartprescott.com or dgallegos@sacredheartprescott.com
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Beginning Monday, October 31, 2011 we will be increasing the Mass stipends from $5 to $10 for Sacred Heart and St. Mark. Parishes in the Diocese of Phoenix have increased their stipends to $10 per Mass. The cost of the Perpetual Mass cards will remain the same at $12.00.
Sacred Heart Parish is partnering with St. Mark’s Church in Phoenix. We will be sending our “overflow” Mass
intentions down to St. Mark’s if our Sacred Heart parishioners request it. This will be a great benefit to St. Mark’s Parish where there are few parishioners who can afford a Mass stipend.
Fr. Fausto Penafiel, who is the Pastor at St. Mark’s, would like to send his thanks for the support we are providing his parish with this exchange. Let us know if you are interested in sending your request for a Mass intention to Saint Mark’s Parish and we will be happy to do that for you.
Funeral Masses this month at Sacred Heart Parish:
Monday, February 6, 2012 -
Colleen Goetzelman - There will be a Funeral Mass today.
Friday, February 3, 2012 -
Ernestine Bishop - There will be a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM.
Monday, January 30, 2012 -
Phyllis Ann Rizzo - There will be a Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM.
Friday, January 27, 2012 -
Robert Rincon - There will be a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM with Fr. Art Gramaje presiding.
Friday, January 13, 2012 -
Denis Dalke - There will be a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM with Fr. Dan Vollmer presiding.
Altar flowers donated
in loving memory of
Catherine Rodel
Anyone wishing to celebrate a special occasion or person with a donation for altar flowers, please contact Mary at 445-6301. Arrangements are available for $25
and up plus tax. There are no flowers on the altar during the seasons of Lent and Advent.
Listing of Memorials in alphabetical order:
Donald B. Alder
Frances Allen
Paul W. Anderson
Felix Ramon Baca
Edward Roald Besenfelder
Ernestine Frances Bishop
Melissa Terese Boggler-Warren
Olive Boyle
Lillian Clara O'Brien Brewer
Tobias Camacho
Joseph J. Cluba, Jr.
Gardes O. Collins
Bettie Jane Conley
Frank M. Cvetkovich
Jack Joseph DacQuisto
Denis R. Dalke
Merwyn "Mert" Davis
Louise M. Dawson
Walter Lee Dickison, Jr.
Patrick Charles Dooley
Lorraine Therese Elfenbein
George Ercolino, Jr.
Vega Patricia Fahey
Ferdinando Forchetti
Bernard (Ben) H. Geyer
Joseph Allen Gillis
Barbara Schwab Gray
Anthony Guzman
Ann Andrews Hall
Philip Christopher Ho
Robert "Bob" E. Holleran
Shirley Louise (Deringer) Hoss
Blake P. Howard
Luz Howardson
Rocky Lee Ramirez Igaya
Francis Joanes
Patricia Johnson
Mary Elizabeth Ann Jones
Oscar I. Juvera
Cletus J. "Dick" Kapper
Doris R. Kapper
Geraldine "Gerry" Margaret Kayser
Robert Frank Kriz
Deacon John D. Lamon
John Joseph Lenski
Julian Trujillo Leyva
Judge Thomas Bryant Lindberg
Riley Dennis Litchfield
Mike Lucero, Sr.
Henry "Tom" Luksich
Marge Mackin
Rocco Mancini
William H. McCauley
Mary J. McCrossen
Audrey C. Meader
Mary Mendibles
Dolores Fox Miller
Gerald Patrick Moore
Helen Moser
Mary (Buonaiuto) Murphy
Sr. Peter of the Anunciation (Pamela Ann Murray)
Jim & June Newman
Maxine Caroline (Armstrong) Newton
Louis Joseph Nicastro
Edith Eldena Nieman
James "Jim" Randal Noonan
Barbara Jane Norfleet
Katherine Now
Fernando Otero
Felix Pareja
Thomas F. Pender
Jean Elaine Howell Perry
Mary Ann "Townsend" Persons
Wayne Picard
James "Jim" R. Pickering
Violet Helen Piper
Genevieve Ann Pretto
Donald Lester Ransier
Matthew F. Reardon III
Florence Desneiges Bergeron Riley
Fred W. "Ted" Riley
Robert M. Rincon, Sr.
Phyllis Ann Rizzo
Angel Rodarte
Demecia "Dee" Rodarte
Joan Rodd
Laurie Ann Romero
Amalia (Molly) Angelina (Lira) Slagle
Ronnie L. Smalley
Terry Navarre Stark
Pamela Nichols Stull
Marcella Senaida (Baca) Thomas
Jeanette Valdes
Donna Lee Walsh
Adolf Watrach
Alice Marion Bowers Watson
William Isaac Watts
Herman Joseph Wittmeyer
Gardes O. Collins
Gardes O. Collins, 76, passed away Dec. 22, 2009, in Prescott, Ariz. She was born on Dec. 4, 1933, in Ashland, Wis., to Reino and Eva (Hayes) Oksa. On Oct. 19, 1957, she was united in marriage to Ronald B. Collins in St. Clement Church, Sheboygan, Wis. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Prescott, Ariz.
Gardes served with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1955-1957 and attained the rank of sergeant. They resided for many years in Sheboygan, Wis., relocating to Arizona in 1981 for Ron's health. They lived in Sierra Vista and Lake Havasu City before moving to Prescott.
Gardes was a member of many organizations and devoted her time to volunteerism. She was first involved in the March of Dimes because Ron had contracted polio shortly after their marriage, and later the Marine Corps League, DAR, Ocotillo Chapter of Colonial Dames, Legion of Mary and Project Linus. She did volunteer work with the Prescott Public Library, Yavapai County Food Bank, Sacred Heart School Boosters, Yavapai Regional Medical Center, the VA Hospital and People Who Care - Prescott and Chino Valley.
She is survived by five sisters, Jo Ann Gries of Oshkosh, Wis., Karen Lukow of Rockford, Ill., Sara (Hiram J.) Boyette of Panama City Beach, Fla., Susan (James) Miller of Bisbee, Ariz., and Kristine (Larry) Erb of Bahrain; two brothers, Victor (Arlene) Oksa of Kenosha, Wis., and Michael (Debra) Oksa of Beaver Dam, Wis.; and a sister-in-law, Frances Oksa. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and -nephews and a great-grandniece. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 46 years, Ronald, and brother Reino Oksa Jr.
A memorial service will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church in Prescott. She will be inurned in the Allegheny Cemetery in Pittsburgh, Pa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sacred Heart School.
Hampton Funeral Home assisted the family with final arrangements.
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Henry "Tom" Luksich
Henry "Tom" Luksich, 94, of Prescott, Ariz., born Dec. 15, 1915, in Bon Carbo, Colo., passed away Jan. 2, 2010.
Visitation will be from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, followed by a scriptural Rosary at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton streets. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott. Burial will be Monday, Jan. 11, at Trinidad Catholic Cemetery in Trinidad, Colo.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family with final arrangements.
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Lillian Clara O'Brien Brewer
Lillian Clara O'Brien Brewer, age 96, passed away on Feb. 8, 2010, at her home in Prescott, Ariz. She was born on Dec. 2, 1913, in Howell, Mich., to James and Ursula O'Brien.
Lillian grew up in Howell, Mich., and graduated from high school in 1932. During World War II, she was a secretary for Howell Motors, whose business it was to construct motors for ships. She also worked for Citizens Mutual Insurance. Lillian was also a freelance graphic artist. She migrated to Arizona in 1945 and married Jesse Charles Brewer on Jan. 23, 1947, in St. Cecilia's Church in Clarkdale, Ariz. She volunteered at Meadow Park and enjoyed dancing. She also handcrafted greeting cards, wood fiber flowers and, most of all, she had a great sense of humor. She was very dedicated to Sacred Heart Church and was a member of the Legion of Mary and Altar Society.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse, in 1985. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Moonis of Dewey, Ariz., and Dianne (Jim) Storm of Prescott, Ariz.; her sons, William (Bonnie) Brewer of Dewey, Richard (Joy) Brewer of Prescott Valley, Ariz., and Patrick Brewer of Prescott; and eight grandchildren.
Family will receive friends and family from 4 to 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at the Victorian Chapel, Hampton Funeral Home. A vigil service will follow at 5 p.m. Committal services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, 2010, at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Howell, Mich. Donations in Lillian's name may be made to Sacred Heart Church.
Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to sign Lillian's guestbook.
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Marge Mackin
Marge Mackin passed away peacefully with her family present at YRMC on Feb. 14, 2010, at age 95. She was born on March 14, 1914, in Toronto, Canada, to Thomas Falkard and Sarah Foxcroft Falkard, both from England.
The family moved to Redondo Beach, Calif., when Marge was 6. She and her younger brother, Ted, loved swimming in the ocean and exploring Palos Verdes estates which were covered in brush and wild goats. In 1932, she graduated from John Muir High School in Pasadena, Calif., where she excelled in many sports and was editor of the school newspaper. Because of the Great Depression, Marge took a job waitressing in Los Angeles. The Hassayampa Hotel in Prescott was advertising in L.A. for an experienced waitress, and they paid her railroad ticket to Prescott. Later she met Lester Mackin whom she married in 1935.
Since 1938, she lived in the same rock house where she and Les raised their four children, born over a span of 20 years. She felt that she would never escape her involvement with Miller Valley School PTA. In addition to being a homemaker, Marge held a variety of jobs, including interviewer for the Gallup Poll, running the odds board and selling wagering tickets at Prescott Downs, being a Welcome Wagon greeter, a sales person in the fabric departments of Coronet and Smith's Fabrics, a clerk at Prescott Pharmacy, volunteer at the Chamber of Commerce and columnist for the Daily Courier. Her creativity expressed itself in her stained glass creations and sewing. She was a skilled seamstress and made many of her family's clothes. She was always nicely dressed and loved to wear pieces of her large collection of old and new turquoise jewelry. Marge loved to walk, dance and travel to foreign countries. She will be remembered for her wonderful vim and vigor, sense of humor and singing old songs like "Red Lips, Kiss My Blues Away," quoting phrases such as "Think of it as an adventure," in response to any situation, and creating personalized birthday poems which she wrote in greeting cards to her family.
Marge was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Edward "Ted" Falkard of Manhattan Beach, Calif., and son-in-law David Iannelli. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy Iannelli, Mary (Ken) Myers of Prescott and Connie (Mark) Rickman of Eugene, Ore.; son, Jim (Jamie) Mackin of Groom Creek; grandchildren, Bill (Nancy) Iannelli of Phoenix, Nina (Terry) Nehls of Richmond, Texas, Lauren (Shawn) Rhodes of Mesa, Nicole (Mathew) Hinkle of Loveland, Colo., Beau Leslie and Sarah Lister of Eugene, Ore., Trisha Erickson of Groom Creek; great grandchildren, Tanner, Teagan and Taleah Nehls; Phoebe and Ethan Hinkle; Stuart and Maxine Rhodes; Amanda Kop and Sarah Germinaro; nephews, Ted Falkard of Grass Valley, Calif., Dick Falkard of San Francisco, Calif., Robert Mackin of Bell, Calif.; nieces, Barbara Power of San Juan Capistrano, Calif., and Anita Chronister of Prescott; and five great-great grandchildren.
Mass will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church in Prescott, Ariz. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to People Who Care and Yavapai Humane Society.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
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Florence Desneiges Bergeron Riley
Florence Desneiges Bergeron Riley of Prescott passed away suddenly on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, at the age of 91. She was born on Feb. 5, 1919, in Pawtucket, R.I. She was the second of four children and the only girl, born to Henri Bergeron and Anita Theroux Bergeron.
Florence spent her childhood on a farm in New England. After high school, she attended Northwest Institute of Medical Technology in Minnesota and received diplomas in clinical laboratory, X-ray and electrocardiograph techniques. She worked as a lab attendant in Boston, Mass.
In 1942, she married Melvin Lee, who was a pilot during World War II. He was killed during the war in 1943.
Florence married Leo Alfred Riley in 1947. They had four children before moving to California in 1955. She was a full-time housewife, rearing her four children, with a fifth child born in 1962. She returned to the workforce in 1971 as a nurse's aide at Los Angeles County's Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center in Downey, Calif. She retired from the county in 1981, and moved to Prescott in 1987 with her husband.
Florence, known as "Muff" to her siblings and "Mil" to her close family members, enjoyed people. She was devoted to her family and kept in close contact with her relatives, near and far. She was undaunted by the computer world, which she viewed as another opportunity to keep in touch with her relatives. Whether old acquaintances or new, she invariably impressed all she met with her vivid recollection of a lifetime of memories.
Florence is survived by her five children, Jane Riley of South Pasadena, Stephen Riley (Irene) of Bell Canyon, Rosemary Daigh of Long Beach, Norma Riley of Livermore and Gregory Riley (Sheri) of Tehachapi, all in California. Her eight grandchildren are Sarah Daigh, Joe Zesiger, Everett Zesiger, Stephanie (Richard) Warfield, Megan Riley, Chloe Desneiges Riley, Chelsea and Sean Holland, plus four great grandchildren. She has two surviving brothers, Norman Bergeron (deceased Feb. 15, 2010) and Clifford Bergeron of Pennsylvania. Florence was predeceased by her husband and brother Leo Bergeron.
A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Parish in Prescott. A short service and a "Gathering of Friends" will follow at noon at Hampton's Funeral Home. All friends who knew Florence are welcome.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
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Ferdinando Forchetti
Ferdinando passed away on Feb. 11, 2010, at the Prescott Good Samaritan Village. He was born April 15, 1927, in Italy, the son of Nicols and Concetta Forchetti. Ferdinando was 82 years old.
Ferdinando has lived in Prescott for 31 years. He owned and operated the Roman Deli Restaurant, which was established Sept. 1, 1979, in Prescott. He served his community proudly with his fine cuisine. Ferdinando will be remembered fondly by his family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife, Clara Forchetti; son Claudio; daughter Rita; three sisters; one brother; and two grandchildren.
The family suggests memorial donations to your favorite charity.
Scriptural Rosary will be 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, with visitation one hour prior at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave. in Prescott. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave. in Prescott. Burial will immediately follow mass at Heritage Memorial Park in Dewey.
Heritage Memory Mortuary is caring for the family.
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Bettie Jane Conley
February 3, 1923 - February 12, 2010
Bettie Jane (Johnson) Conley was born Feb. 3, 1923, in Kimball, S.D., to Charles J. Johnson and Laura Mae (Will) Johnson. She attended grade school and high school in Kimball, graduating in 1941. From there, she went to a business college in Rapid City and worked for the U.S. Civil Service in Washington, D.C. In 1942, she transferred to Seattle where she married her high school sweetheart, James Dwain (J.D.) Conley, on March 5, 1943.
They returned to Kimball in 1946 and became the owners of Kimball Dairy. After a couple of years of life on the farm, Bettie Jane joined Stanley Home Products Inc. To her, hosting Stanley parties and recruiting new dealers would be an easier way to make a living - better than milking cows! Soon after joining, she convinced her husband to come on board with Stanley - this led to a 25-year sales career. Stanley took them from South Dakota to North Dakota, then joining Stanley's foreign sales department in Calgary, Alberta, and Vancouver, British Columbia, and back to the USA in Phoenix, Ariz., and ending in Waterloo, Iowa.
At age 49, Bettie Jane and J.D. purchased a mom-and-pop motel in Prescott, Ariz. This was a bit of a change from the sales work she was used to! Missing interacting with people and the sales bug she had acquired working all those years at Stanley led her in a new direction - real estate. It didn't take much convincing from her husband (already in real estate) to stop making beds and start selling houses. In 1974, she became the first woman to be hired by the Pauley and McDonald Realtor group and, in 1979, J.D. and Jane started A-Action Realty. Real estate was so much more than just selling houses. It opened doors to many opportunities and Jane embedded herself within the Prescott community.
She was an active leader in the Soroptimist Club, helping with fundraising activities. She was also active in the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, where she was a founding member of the Prescott Ambassadors. She was a member of the Clarets Club of Sacred Heart Church, and was the charter president of the Prescott Noon Lioness Club. She was a passionate member of that organization and served as president three times. Being involved in her community was one of her greatest pleasures.
She loved to socialize and could usually be heard laughing wherever she went. Bettie Jane was nonstop her entire life - she was even given a charm for her bracelet engraved "too busy and don't have time" - but she was always on time, and for those who knew her and worked with her, she made time. When she did take time to relax, you would probably find her playing cards, crocheting, reconstructing clothes, or baking. She loved purses, shoes, and the color purple. She never threw anything away - if you needed ANYTHING, she probably had it in her purse!
Grateful for having shared her life are husband J.D.; daughter Melanie and husband Robert Nuttall of Scottsdale, Ariz.; granddaughters Ragen and Brandi; grandson Todd; great-grandson Julian; and great-granddaughter Izabel; son Michael and wife Debby of Waterloo, Iowa, and granddaughters Melissa and Heather, her husband Eric Lukes of Stewartville, Minn., great-granddaughters Isabelle and Lily; daughter Marilyn and husband Bill Carney of Prescott Valley, Ariz., and granddaughter Jessica and grandson Jacob; son Mark and wife Patricia of Prescott and grandson Ruston James; and sister-in-law Ellen Johnson of Livermore, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Donald M. Johnson, of Livermore and granddaughter Ragen Nuttall of Scottsdale.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, a nonprofit organization, at 1065 Ruth St., Suite 104, Prescott, AZ 86301.
Viewing at Wakelin Family Funeral Home is Friday, Feb. 19, 303 Cortez St., Prescott, AZ; 445-2221; family: 4-5 p.m.; friends: 5-7 p.m. Vigil Scripture Service with Tony Humphrey 7 p.m. Mass Service is Saturday, Feb. 20, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, AZ, 1 pm. The celebration of Bettie's life will continue from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hassayampa Inn, 122 E. Gurley St., with family and friends invited.
The family invites you to sign on and give your thoughts at www.ruffnerwakelin.com.
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Jim & June Newman
June Newman, loving wife, mother, great grandmother, passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2010 with her husband and daughter at her side.
God called, and her beloved husband, Jim of 70-years, joined her nine days later on Jan. 26, 2010 to never again be apart.
Their loving memory will be cherished and live on in the hearts of their family.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2010 at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. Daryl Olds presiding.
Heritage Memory Mortuary is caring for the family.
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Marco Anthony Guzman
Marco Anthony Guzman, age 21, passed away on Feb. 26, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz. He was born on April 6, 1988, to Albert and Clara Guzman.
Anthony graduated from Prescott High School in 2007 and attended both Yavapai College and Scottsdale Community College. He was actively pursuing a career in the Fire Service. Anthony was an avid sports participant. He played for the semi-pro football team The Yavapai Bandits and was their team captain. He was a three-year letterman for the Prescott High School football team; he was the recipient of the Tough Boot Award, 1st Team All Region Running Back, and 2nd Team All Region Linebacker. Wrestling was also a sport that Anthony loved - as a freshman, he placed fourth in State for Prescott High School and was regional Champion his junior year. Anthony also received the Arizona Wildfire Academy Fire Recruit of the Year Award. Despite all the awards Anthony received, his family and friends were the biggest and brightest part of his life.
Anthony is survived by his parents, Albert and Clara Guzman; brother Albert; sister Adriana; grandparents Clara Denslow and Alberto and Gema Guzman; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, godparents and many friends. He is also survived by his faithful pets, Luna and Buddy.
A time for visiting will be from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church with a Rosary to follow at 6 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6, 2010, also at Sacred Heart. A reception will immediately follow the service on Saturday at Prescott High School.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any Chase Bank branch for the benefit of Anthony Guzman to better Prescott.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to sign Anthony's guest book.
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group has been created to give friends of Anthony a place to share their memories.
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Katherine Now
Katherine, a former Sacred Heart Youth Ministry core member and Sign Language interpreter for the Youth Mass choir, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 in Prescott Valley.
A Memorial Mass will be held for her on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 10:00 AM at St. Germaine Parish in Prescott Valley, AZ.
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Laurie Ann Romero
Laurie Ann Romero, 53, of Prescott, Ariz., born March 9, 1957, in the Bronx, N.Y., died March 10, 2010.
Visitation will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, March 15, 2010, at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton streets in Prescott. A Scriptural Rosary will be at 6 p.m. following the visitation.
A celebration of Laurie's life and Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, with final commendations and farewell at Humboldt Cemetery following the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Laurie's name to Alex Romero, c/o Bank of America.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family with final arrangements.
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Charles F. Carroll
Charles F. Carroll, 79, born July 13, 1930, in La Monte, Mo., passed away March 10, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz.
A Memorial Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, March 15, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, Ariz., with Father Mike Rhinehart officiating. Final commendation with full military honors will be 1 p.m. at Prescott National Cemetery with American Legion Post #6 providing honors. Memorials may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society in Prescott, Ariz.
Heritage Memory Mortuary of Prescott is caring for the family.
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Angel Rodarte
Angel Rodarte, age 92, died March 12, 2010, at the Crossings Hospice Family Care in Prescott. He was born in Mexico, May 31, 1917, the son of Augustine and Isabel Rodarte.
Angel retired from Arizona Department of Transportation. He had also worked as a miner with Phelps Dodge. He enjoyed music and playing the bass fiddle with his friends. He could be found puttering around his yard. He loved kids, especially all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved his beloved "Dee" and took care of her all their 74 years together.
Angel is survived by his beloved, Demencia "Dee"; sons Angel Jr. (Lucy) and Ralph (Lucy); daughters Rosie Lopez (John) and Hortencia Diaz (Ted); 20 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren; brothers Ernie (Priscilla) and Domingo; and sisters Mary Duran (Art), Amelia Rivas and Nellie Yanez. He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Friday, March 19, 2010, with visitation one hour prior at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home 303 S. Cortez, Prescott.
A Celebration of Life Mass will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 20, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott.
Final Commendation and Farewell will be at Pioneer Home Cemetery.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign, Angel's guest book, view a tribute to him and share a memory with the family.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral home assisted the family.
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Blake P. Howard
Blake P. Howard, age 92, died March 15, 2010, at his home in Prescott, Ariz. He was born in Statesville, N.C., the son of William Ellis and Lena (Pippen) Howard.
Blake retired as a lieutenant colonel in 1969 after a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force. He graduated from Bowling Green University and completed his Officers Candidate School at Harvard University. Blake served in the headquarters at many bases and at the Pentagon.
He married June Frances Eblen Oct. 5, 1942. June preceded him in death on July 14, 1989. He was also blessed to have Patti Vorpahl in his life until her death and considered her family a part of his.
He continued to be active in the Noon Day Lions and was awarded the Lions' Melvin Jones Service Award.
Blake is survived by his daughter, Alice (Glenn) Bontoft of Brisbane, Australia; sons Greg (Lynn) of Truckee, Calif., and Don (Deborah) of Newport News, Va.; grandchildren Daniel, Douglas and Barry; great-grandchildren Dale Ryan, Hannah, Emma, Kayleigh, Logan and William Gregory; and sister Lavalette Howard Anthony.
Blake was also preceded in death by his siblings Elbert, William, Gladys and Mary Emma.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to his three living guardian angels - Sandy, Nan and Sue.
A Celebration of Life Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, with full military honors by the Honor Detail of the American Legion Post 6.
Inurnment will be at the Prescott National Cemetery.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Blake's guestbook and share a memory with the family.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family.
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Helen Moser
Helen Moser, devoted daughter, wife, mother and grandmother, went to be with her Lord on March 20, 2010. Helen was born on June 8, 1925, in Argo, Ill., to Martin and Catherine Szkolka. Excelling in her schooling, she met the love of her life, Leonard Otto Moser, and married in 1948. One year later, she began her journey as a mother with the birth of her first son, Len, with sons Barry and Greg following soon after.
Taking on management of her home and the Catholic schooling of her sons, Helen quickly mastered the art of home life, caring with detail for her husband and children. Her love of art and good eye for design inspired her entrepreneurial effort to finance college tuitions by designing, sewing and installing exquisite window treatments for many beautiful homes in the Chicago area.
Helen and Len embraced the empty nest years, exploring the country as they maintained residence in Illinois. There, in 1986, Len died after a long battle with cancer. Having visited Arizona during one of their trips, Helen, smitten by the beauty of Sedona, courageously relocated there. She thoughtfully designed a home on land with a spectacular view of the formations. As a master gardener, she tended the plants there and wherever she lived, with almost as much care and thought as she had given her family. In her later years, her devoted son, Greg, cared lovingly for her in Prescott.
Helen is survived by her sons Len, Barry and Greg; her daughter-in-law, Terri; her grandchildren, Louise Siriani, Jacob, Brittany, Courtney, David, Elaine, Michael and Daniel Moser, and her great-grandchildren, Tony and Alec Siriani.
A Memorial Mass, presided by the Rev. Art Gramaje, will be at 10 a.m. on April 6, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church in Prescott.
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Rose G. Salgado
Rose G. Salgado, 85, passed away March 26, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz.
She was born March 11, 1925, in Brooklyn, N.Y., the daughter of Stanley and Teresa (Bianchino) Gialanella.
Rose worked for the Tucson Unified School District for 28 years as a cashier before her retirement. She will be remembered by her family as a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be loved and missed dearly by her family and friends.
She is survived by her son Joseph Salgado Jr. and daughter-in-law Paula; granddaughters Jessica (Tommie) Cauthen and Melissa (Eric) Stumpf, five great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Stanley and Michael Gialanella of New York. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe; her parents and brother Nicholas Gialanella.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday April 6, 2010, from 5-6 p.m., with a rosary at 6 p.m., at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott, with committal and final farewell service to follow at Mountain View Cemetery Prescott.
The family suggests memorials in her memory to Prescott Samaritan Village 1030 Scott Drive Prescott, AZ 86301. You are welcome to sign the guestbook for Rose and share a memory of her at heritagefuneralchapels.com.
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Amelia "Millie" Nebiolo
Amelia "Millie" Nebiolo, 95, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2010, at The Margaret T. Morris Center.
She was born Dec. 14, 1914, in Adderly, Pa., to Giovanni and Marie (Ponte) Perino, both from Italy.
Millie is survived by her daughter, Ginny (Jerry) Shugars, and her granddaughter, Anna Marie (David) Shugars Opperman.
A celebration mass will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Avenue. Final commendation and farewell will be at New Saint Joseph Cemetery, next to her husband. Memorials in Millie's name may be sent to St. Vincent de Paul, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz.
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William Isaac "Big Bill" Watts
1925 - 2010
On the 4th of July 1925, an ingenious man was born in Valier, Ill., to Thomas J. Watts and Julia (Dalrymple) Watts; they named him William Isaac Watts after his great-grandfather. His family knew him as "Big Bill." He passed away in Prescott, Ariz., on April 8, 2010, at the age of 84 years, nine months and four days.
His first years in the southern Illinois coal-mining community he was surrounded by a loving and hard-working family who were key in America's coal business since 1847. Times had changed and in 1927 his parents moved to Huntington Park, Calif., where Bill was raised. Life was tough from 1929 to 1941 during the Great Depression. However, his father, a produce truck driver, always had plenty of good food. The hard times taught Bill lifelong values of discipline, dedication and commitment. He enjoyed learning math, science and football in school, as well as hunting, fishing and the general outdoors he learned from his father and grandfather. 
His years at South Gate High were overshadowed by World War II. He had lost a cousin in the RCAF in 1941, so in 1943, Bill, like most of America's young men and women, went in the service to do his part. He became a navigator in the 9th Air Force 315th Troop Carrier Group on the C-47 Dakota in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was in the European Theater of Operations where he participated in the Battle of the Bulge and Operation Varsity the deepest penetration air drop ever performed. After the war he settled in the Pacific Northwest where his parents had moved. He graduated from the University of Washington with a B.S. in Engineering when he met his loving wife Margaret E. Bruneau. They courted and Bill finished school and landed a job during the difficult post war years. They were engaged February 13, 1948, and married June 3, 1950. He spent 35 years with The Boeing Company. He was part of the engineering design and latter management teams on the famous B-52 Bomber, the 707, 720 and 727 commercial aeroplane programs, the Minuteman and Peacekeeper ICBM Programs. Bill was part of the aerospace engineering marvels that shaped and protected this nation. Like many others of this generation, he always stated that it was his and previous generations that sacrificed for our freedoms today. Don't waste it with mediocre change.
Bill and Margaret celebrated the births of three children in Seattle, Wash., and moved to Bountiful, Utah, where they raised them. Bill bought a ranch in Roosevelt, Utah, to teach his sons values. After their sons graduated from high school between 1969 and 1976, Bill and Margaret moved to Lompoc, Calif., then Montana and back to Utah before retiring from the Boeing Company in 1986. They designed and built a home overlooking the Snake River in Buhl, Idaho, where they lived until 1994 when they moved to the milder climate in Prescott, Ariz.
Bill is survived by his three sons, Stephen of Camp Verde, Gregory and his wife Val of Prescott and Marcus of Irvine, Calif.; his grandchildren Nydia, Nathan, Robert Leary, Thomas, William, Valerie Kretchmer, Hillary and Miranda; and great-grandchildren.
It is with much sadness that Big Bill, a true patriot and gentleman, one of the last of the greatest generations that ever lived, has now journeyed across the greatest divide and is now resting in peace with his departed loved ones; his recently deceased wife Margaret (Jan. 23, 2010), and his parents, Thomas and Julia Watts.
Visitation will be at 9 a.m. and then a Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2010, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. His interment will be later that day at 1:30 p.m. at the National Cemetery of Arizona.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Center Adult Day Services, 844 Sunset Ave., Prescott, AZ 86305 (to support families dealing with Alzheimer's) or a charity of your own choice.
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Alice Marion Bowers Watson
Alice Marion Bowers Watson, a 29-year resident of Prescott, Ariz., passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2010, at Prescott Samaritan Village. Born Feb. 12, 1916, in Phoenix, Ariz., Alice was 94 at the time of her passing.
Alice was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church in Prescott since March of 1981. Alice attended Phoenix Union High School and Phoenix College, and graduated from Gregg Business College. She lived in Beverly Hills, Calif., for several years and worked in Los Angeles as an executive secretary at National General Corporation for 18 years. She worked at Price Waterhouse for five years where she eventually retired. After formal retirement, Alice moved to Prescott and was very active in the Yavapai Rock Hounds and served as the secretary for two years. She was a member of the Prescott Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological Society and the Prescott Audubon Society, where she served on the board of directors for two years, and she volunteered for Community Cupboard, the Clarets of Sacred Heart Parish, and the Altar Society of Sacred Heart Parish. Alice was also active as the Precinct Committee Woman and Prescott Deputy Registrar for 10 years.
Left to mourn her passing are her niece, Mariann McEniry of Redondo Beach, Calif.; nephew Jerome (Jerry and Maggie) McEniry of Vista, Calif.; nephew Mark (Mark and Karen) McEniry of Seal Beach, Calif.; and niece Mary Sue Thompson of Buena Park, Calif. Alice was preceded in death by her parents Josiah Augustus Bowers and Concha Anna Soto Bowers; sister Alma Bowers Thompson Waldman; and sister Mary Elizabeth Bowers McEniry.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Final services will be directly after at Mountain View Cemetery in Prescott, Ariz. A second memorial service will be in California at a later date for friends and family who are unable to attend the services in Prescott.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Community Cupboard.
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Luz Howardson
Luz Howardson, 95, of Prescott, Ariz., born Oct. 10, 1914, in London, England, passed away April 17, 2010, at the Crossing Hospice Family Care.
A Rosary service will be 1 p.m. Monday, April 26, 2010, at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton. A Celebration Mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Final commendation and farewell will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, 1051 Willow Creek Road.
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Herman Joseph Wittmeyer
Herman Joseph Wittmeyer, 85, died Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Rolling Hills Manor in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Nov. 10, 1924, in Boston, N.Y., the son of Arthur and Julia (Kern) Wittmeyer.
Herman is survived by his daughters, Donna (Aubra) Phillips of Prescott Valley, Ariz., and Nancy (Robert) Bridges of Phoenix, Ariz.; grandchildren Michael, Amy, Natalie and Eric; great-grandchildren Kayla, Aubrey, Miah and Madeline; and sister Emma Kester of Boston, N.Y.
A celebration of Herman's life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz.
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Fernando Otero
Fernando Otero, 98, passed away April 26, 2010, in Prescott Valley, Ariz. He was born June 3, 1911, in Prescott, Ariz., the son of Fred and Rita Otero.
A visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 4, 2010, with a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott, with a Mass of Christian Burial service at 11 a.m. at the church, followed by burial at Odd Fellows Cemetery in Prescott. A luncheon will follow the services at the church.
His family will remember him as a wonderful man who loved the Lord and his music and will be missed by his family.
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Ronnie L. Smalley
Ronnie L. Smalley, age 70, passed away April 29, 2010, in Dewey, Ariz. He was born June 26, 1939, in Coshocton, Ohio, the son of Clarence and Dollie (Dailey) Smalley.
Ronnie served our country and retired from the U.S. Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer.
He also worked as a Deputy Sheriff for the Yavapai County Sheriff's office and retired from there after 10 years.
He is survived by wife Kay Clanton; son Calvin Smalley; and daughter Theresa Babb.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Ronnie will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott, Ariz., with full military honors by American Legion Post #6, Prescott. A luncheon will follow the Mass at the church for family and friends. The family suggests memorials in memory of Ronnie to the VA Hospital in Prescott.
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Paul W. Anderson
Paul W. Anderson passed away May 3, 2010, in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 92.
He was born Feb. 24, 1918, in Potter, Neb., to Erick and Anna Leafdale Anderson. He attended Parks School of Accounting and Business Practices in Denver, Colo., prior to being employed by Bluffs Machinery and Supply in Scottsbluff, Neb.
He enlisted in the Air Corps/Fifth Air Force in 1942, serving in the Southwest Pacific Theatre with the Jolly Roger B-24 Heavy Bomb Group on New Guinea, Biak Island, the Philippines, and Ie Shima. During this time, he contracted malaria.
While on rest leave in Sydney, Australia, in 1943, he met his future wife, Noni Green. They were married April 8, 1944. Following his discharge in 1945, they returned to Nebraska where he worked with his former employer until 1951, when he contracted polio.
Due to his health, he was in need of a desk job and went to work for Masek Auto Supply in Gering, Neb., in 1952 and worked there as an office manager and comptroller of the corporation until his retirement in 1985. The Andersons were members of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Scottsbluff.
Paul was a lifelong member of the NRA and a 35-year member of the Bluff's Rifle and Pistol Club, winning the Nebraska State Championship in 1949. He was also a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving as post commander 1964-65. He organized and instructed a VFW Junior Rifle League. He was an avid horseshoe pitcher and served as president of the Scottsbluff Club, advancing to the championship classification.
Upon retiring to Prescott, Ariz., in 1986, the Andersons lived in Yavapai Hills, were members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and very much enjoyed their new life, friends, and surroundings. Paul organized the Central Arizona Horseshoe Club, the first in Prescott, and enjoyed traveling to meets as well as to nationwide reunions of his Air Force group, The Jolly Rogers. He served as president of that group for a time, organizing a reunion at Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo.
The Andersons moved to Corpus Christi in January of 2008 in order to be closer to their son Mark and his wife Kathy.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, J.F. "Ferdie" Anderson of Harrisburg, Neb.; and two sisters, Lyn Martin (Larry) of Albuquerque, N.M., and Mildred Anderson of Scottsbluff, Neb. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Noni of Corpus Christi, Texas; one sister, Edith Mahoney (Chuck, deceased) of Denver, Colo.; one son, Mark (Kathy), also of Corpus Christi; and daughters Paulette Prohs (Bill) of Estes Park, Colo., and Lynda Phillips (Denny) of Colorado Springs, Colo. He leaves five grandchildren, Kristen Gammel of Corpus Christi, Matthew Anderson (Kadie) of Spring, Texas, Erick Prohs (Jeanice) of Estes Park, Colo., Stephanie Bartolero (Jason) of Woodstock, Ga., and Jenny Coleman of Colorado Springs, Colo. Paul and Noni have 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff of Holmgreen Center and Vista Care Hospice in Corpus Christi for the many months of their loving and attentive care.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 8, 2010, at St. Patrick's Church, 3350 S. Alameda St., Corpus Christi, Texas.
Interment will follow at Prescott National Cemetery, Prescott, Ariz.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Paul and Noni Anderson Nursing Scholarship Fund at the Yavapai Regional Medical Center Foundation, 1003 Willow Creek Road, Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Dee Rodarte
Demecia Rodarte, age 95, died on May 23, 2010, at Hospice Family Care in Tucson, Ariz. She also was known as Dee. She was born in Mexico on Oct. 31, 1914, and was the daughter of Rafaila Hernandez.
She was a great wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She was a stay-at-home mom and always took care of her children, whom she always put first. She was employed at the Mata Dexter Elementary School working in the cafeteria.
She and her husband, Angel, were both members of the Sacred Heart Church choir. She loved to cook, sew, garden and always took care of her grandchildren.
One thing she loved doing was making pajamas for her grandchildren. What she did the best was make the world's best flour tortillas and refried beans. She is the one who taught her son, Ralph, how to drive an automobile. She was loved by her husband, Angel, who preceded her in death on March 12, 2010.
She is survived by sons, Angel Jr. (Lucy), Ralph (Lucille); daughters, Hortenciai Diaz (Ted) and Rosie Lopez (John); 20 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; and seven great great grandchildren. She also was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Rosary will be 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, 2010, with visitation one hour prior at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton streets. A celebration of life mass will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 27, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz. Final commendation and farewell will be at Pioneer Home Cemetery.
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Mary J. McCrossen
Mary J. McCrossen, 93, born July 31, 1916, in Chicago, Ill., passed away May 24, 2010, at the Arizona Pioneer's Home in Prescott, Ariz.
A funeral mass will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 27, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
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Maxine Caroline (Armstrong) Newton
On Friday, May 21, 2010, Maxine Caroline (Armstrong) Newton left this earth to join her husband, Newell J. Newton, and son, Thomas Newell Newton, in Heaven.
Maxine was born on Oct. 26, 1919, in Byron, Mich., to June and Margaret (Lewis) Armstrong. She was the third of seven children.
She is preceded in death by her parents, three sisters and three brothers.
After high school graduation, Maxine worked as a housekeeper and then went to work at the Tuberculosis Sanitarium in Howell, Mich. She later went to work at the airplane bomber plant in Ypsilanti, Mich., during the war. This is where she was working when she met the man of her dreams, Newell. They both loved dancing and met through a mutual friend at a dance. They were married in September 1942. Maxine moved onto the Newton family farm, where they stayed until 1951 when they moved to Prescott. Maxine and Newell were married for 62 years. Newell passed away in 2004 at the age of 97.
After her children were raised, Maxine went to work for the Yavapai County Treasurer's Office, where she retired in 1984.
Maxine is survived by her children, Frances Jane (Bill) Moore of Huntington Beach, Calif., James William (Charlotte) Newton of Laveen, Ariz., Charlotte Ann (Tom) Johnson of Hillside, Ariz., and Mary Maxine (Mike) Byrnes of Phoenix, Ariz. Her son, Tommy, died in 1968 from kidney disease at the age of 13.
Maxine is also survived by her grandchildren, Dinnelle (Tom) Jackson, Denise (Allen) Hayes, Kristin (Jesse) Welker, Ty (Jennifer) Newton, Tom Bill (Melainie) Johnson, Amber (Cole) Gould, Jeb (Jamie) Johnson, and Tiffany and Britney Byrnes.
She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Troy Jackson, Brooke, Breea and Blake Hayes, Casey and J.J. Welker, Talon Newton, Hayley and Taylor Johnson, and Bryce and Payton Johnson.
In November, Maxine's entire family surprised her with a 90th birthday party at her home.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 11, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Meadow Park Care Center, 864 Dougherty St., Prescott, AZ 86305.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to sign Maxine's guest book.
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Philip Christopher Ho
Philip Christopher Ho entered and left this world on June 3, 2010.
He was the beloved son of David and Amy Ho and is survived by them. He is also survived by his grandmother, Li-Li Ho, and his grandparents, James and Helen Berger.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Tin-Kuo Ho.
A memorial service will be 7 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sacred Heart School, 131 N. Summit Ave., Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Bernard (Ben) H. Geyer
Bernard (Ben) H. Geyer passed away June 3, 2010, at Rolling Hills Manor in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Aug. 13, 1926, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Bernard and Olivia (Frisz) Geyer. Ben was 83 years old.
Ben graduated from MIT with a master's degree in electronic engineering. His career was spent in research and development at G.E., in radar technology and computers in Syracuse, N.Y. He and Emma moved to Prescott in 1990 after his retirement.
Ben loved woodworking and looking at life through the lens of a camera. He was an award-winning photographer.
In 1949, Ben and two others who were junior engineers at G.E. designed an "automatic umpire" system. That system was built and used in 1950 during the Dodgers' spring training camp. However, the umpires didn't like it and the players weren't overly enthusiastic about it and that was the end of it. After QuesTec came into use, an article appeared in the Syracuse newspaper dated Sunday July 20, 2003, about the automatic umpire system Ben and friends built. Ben was quoted in the article: "An engineer prides himself on being ahead of his time, though I must admit that 50 years is a pretty good margin."
The family wishes to thank the staff of Rolling Hills Manor for the wonderful care they gave Ben and the family.
Ben is survived by his bride of 56 years, Emma; his daughters, Diane (Joseph) Woods of Liverpool, N.Y., and Joyce (Ray) Van Orden of Prescott, Ariz.; and sons Bruce of Portland, Ore., Steve (Marytheresa) of Liverpool, N.Y., and Doug (Debi) of Covernty, R.I. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and siblings; sister Rosemary (Marv) Rickling of Las Vegas, Nev.; and brothers Jack (Mary Lou) of Hamilton, Ohio, Dick of Marathon, Fla., and Jim (Judy) of Youngsville, N.C. He was predeceased by his brother Bob of Hamilton, Ohio.
He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
A celebration mass will be 11 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz., with a luncheon following in the forum downstairs at the church.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Alzheimer's Association.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Ben's guestbook, share a memory with the family and view a tribute to him.
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John Joseph Lenski
John Joseph Lenski, 75, passed away June 20, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz. He was born July 26, 1934, in Iola, Kan., to Francis and Mary (O'Grady) Lenski.
John served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, then went on to graduate from the University of Alabama in 1959. He entered the healthcare industry and was involved in allergy diagnostics and immunotherapy. He was a member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the Illinois Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and was one of the few non-physician members of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
After moving to the Prescott area, John became a Rotary member in Prescott Valley. He was also a Big Brother, Toastmaster, and accomplished speaker - an extrovert extraordinaire. John was very kind, always helped people and was a great teacher and facilitator. He was a great husband and father to his loving wife and children.
John is survived by his wife of over 53 years Margary Lenski; sons John J. Lenski Jr. (Marsha), Grady Lenski (Marilyn), Francis Lenski (Theresa) and Erik Lenski (Roberta); seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sisters Dr. Marita Scimeca and Leeanna Reidy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Frank Lenski, sister Marlene Lenski and infant sister Mary Catherine Lenski.
Memorial mass will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 25, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott with inurnment to follow at the Prescott National Cemetery.
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George Ercolino, Jr.
George Ercolino Jr., born Sept. 30, 1925, in Hackensack, N.J., passed away July 7, 2010, at YRMC in Prescott, Ariz.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 12, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott. Inurnment will be at Heritage Memorial Park.
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Felix Ramon Baca
Felix Ramon Baca, 65, born Sept. 3, 1944, in Springerville, Ariz., died Aug. 2, 2010, in Prescott.
A memorial funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott.
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Marcella Senaida (Baca) Thomas
Marcella suffered a tragic and untimely death on Aug. 7, 2010. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Marcella loved to read, watch movies and spend time with family and friends. She gave freely of her time to help family, friends and anyone in need.
Marcella was born in Prescott, Ariz., Sept 28, 1971, to Linda Dera (Baca) and Sisto Sandoval. She spent her childhood in Prescott and attended Lincoln and Washington Elementary Schools, Prescott Junior High, and Prescott High School.
Although Marcella had a troubled teenage and young adulthood, she was able to turn her life around. She worked her way up from a fast food restaurant worker to an Environmental Specialist for YCCHS. Marcella volunteered her time with her daughters' Color Guard at BMHS, Habitat for Humanity and the Prescott Roundup. She also helped other women make better choices for their lives by sharing with them her experience, strength and hope.
Marcella is survived by her children, Douglas Lewallen, Samantha Thomas and Alexis Thomas; her parents, Linda Dera and Sisto Sandoval; her sister Reina (Martin) Dera, and her brothers, Peter Sandoval, James Brooks and Juan Prieto. She is also survived by many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Juan Vicente; grandmother Rosario Vicente; aunt Gloria Baca; and her uncle Douglas Allen.
There will be a viewing at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home in Prescott from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, followed by a 7 p.m. Rosary and Celebration of Life at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott. The Funeral Mass will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church.
The family requests, in lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marcella Thomas Memorial Fund at Wells Fargo Bank.
Thank you for the prayers and loving support shown to our family during this heartbreaking time. We are truly grateful.
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Doris R. Kapper
Doris R. Kapper, age 86, died Aug. 12, 2010, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Prescott Valley. She was born Feb. 21, 1924, in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of Albert and Mary (Busch) O'Hern.
Doris moved to Prescott in 1987 from Decatur, Ill., where she had been an assistant to the purchasing agent at St. Mary's Hospital. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was a part of the Fun Bunch. She was also a volunteer at the Bob Stump VA Hospital. Doris liked to read, travel, and add to her collection of coin banks, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her friends.
Doris is survived by her husband of 62 years, Cletus "Dick"; son, Ronald, (Nadine) Kapper of Grass Valley, Calif.; daughter, Rosemary "Cookie" (Larry) Kane of Joliet, Ill.; step-grandson, Brad (Janie) Kane; and step-great grandchildren, Brandon and Cooper of Decatur, Ill.
A celebration Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott.
Private inurnment will be at Mountain View Cemetery.
Memorials in Doris' name may be made to Yavapai Dialysis, 3605 Ranch Drive, Prescott, AZ 86303 or a charity of your choice.
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Jack Joseph DacQuisto
Jack Joseph DacQuisto, age 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Prescott.
He was the husband of the late Delphine (Kosmoski) DacQuisto with whom he shared 65 years of marriage.
Born in Milwaukee, Wis., he was the son of the late Matthew and Vincenza (LaGosh) DacQuisto.
After serving in the United States Army during WWII, he was honorably discharged having served as Corporal.
Upon returning from the service, Jack returned to his employment at International Harvesters in Milwaukee where he was employed as a mechanic.
He also was proprietor of Jack's TV Service and he had a Trustee position with the United Auto Workers Union. He also served on the West Allis Taxpayers Association.
His love of sports, being an avid golfer, bowler and Green Bay Packer fan were some of Jack's favorite past times.
Jack loved dogs, music, dancing and singing and will be known for always having a smile and singing his favorite tunes.
Jack had recently relocated to Prescott to be with his daughter, having taken his first airplane ride just weeks ago.
He was a man of his faith and a very generous individual who will be greatly missed by all he touched.
Jack was the loving and devoted father of Jacquelyn Levesque and her husband Ray; Gayle Graham and her husband Tim and Matthew DacQuisto. Jack was the loving grandfather of four and great grandfather of four.
Relatives and friends are invited to Jack's viewing at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010, followed by his funeral mass at 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jack's memory may be made to the United Service Organizations, P.O. Box 96322, Washington, DC 20090-6322 or to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 332 N. Lauderdale St., Memphis, TN 78105.
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Sister Peter of the Annunciation (Pamela Murray)
Sister Peter of the Annunciation (Pamela Murray), born March 25, 1948 in New York City, NY, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010.
Born as a twin in New York City with a great sense of humor and natural presence, Sister Peter was really down-to-earth and a true friend to someone in need.
Growing up, she lived and attended school in Pennsylvania, Italy, and finally California. After some time she was naturally called to service and spent time in New York, London and Calcutta, India, working with Mother Teresa as a novice.
In 1995, Sister Peter came to Prescott, Ariz., bringing her voice and songs to local veterans and nursing home residents.
She touched many hearts with her joy and outrageous humor.
She is survived by her mother, Eileen Murray of Carmel, Calif.; her brother, Jerry Murray III of New York, N.Y.; her sisters, Joan Murray of Carmel, Calif., Judy Allrich of Carmel, Calif., Mimi Meriwether of Taos, N.M., her twin sister, Patricia Huse of Hawaii; and brother-in-law Steve Huse of Prescott.
Also surviving are nephews and nieces James, Deya and Scot, Helen and Christin, Jonan, Matthew and Stephen.
A Rosary service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, with visitation one hour before. A funeral mass of celebration will be celebrated by Father Daryl Olds and Father Richard Wozniak at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church, followed by a luncheon at the church. Final Commendation and farewell will be in California.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Prescott Manor or the Judeians, in care of the funeral home.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family.
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Donald Lester Ransier
Donald Lester Ransier, 84, of Prescott, Ariz., born May 21, 1926, in Malin, Ore., passed away Aug. 26, 2010.
A memorial funeral Mass will be 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott. Interment will be private.
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Mary Elizabeth Ann Jones
Mary Elizabeth Ann Jones, 67, of Prescott, Ariz., born Sept. 8, 1942, in Newark, N.J., passed away Aug. 29, 2010.
A Celebration of Life funeral Mass will be Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A private cremation will be at Bradshaw Crematory in Prescott Valley.
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Robert Frank Kriz
Robert Frank Kriz, 80, of Prescott, Ariz., passed on at home in Prescott on Aug. 28, 2010. Robert was born May 15, 1930, to Marie Picha Kriz and Frank H. Kriz of Hopkins, Minn.
After graduation from Hopkins High School, he attended St. Thomas College in St. Paul, Minn., for two years and then transferred to the University of Minnesota to earn a B.A. in art. His medium of choice was photography and it remained a passion for his lifetime. He worked as an architectural photographer for several years.
Robert worked for Prudential and for American Hardware Insurance companies in Minneapolis, first as an agent and then as a methods analyst. Bob was as avid outdoorsman enjoying his yearly hunting and photography trip to Montana. In addition, Bob won awards in competition pistol shooting.
In 1980, Bob met and married his wife, Joann Hintikka of Bertha, Minn. They especially enjoyed social gatherings with close friends and traveling during 30 happy years of marriage. On a trip in 1982, they discovered Prescott and bought property. They realized their dream and moved to Prescott in October 1999.
Robert was preceded in death by his mother and father, his brother Ivan Kriz, his aunts Abbie, Bessie, and Justine Picha, and some very dear friends. He is survived by his wife Joann, many in-laws, and other dear friends.
Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 3, 2010 at Sacred Heart Church. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Heritage Memory Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Parkinson Disease Association, Parkinson Plaza, 135 Parkinson Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305-1425 or Good Samaritan Society Home Health and Hospice.
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Louis Joseph Nicastro
In divine loving memory of Louis Joseph Nicastro, husband, father, brother, and friend, who passed away on Sept. 5, 2010.
Louis, age 64, battled leukemia for nearly two years and was surrounded by his loving family as he took his final breaths at his home in Prescott, Ariz. Louis was born on Feb. 9, 1946.
He is survived by his loving wife, Margo; son Michael Nicastro; and daughters Gina Musselman and Tricia Czosnyka. He also leaves behind eight fantastic grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and five siblings. Louis lived a very rich and meaningful life that will forever be remembered.
Lou's blog continues to be updated at LouisNicastro.blogspot.com.
A memorial mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, followed by an inurnment at 12:30 p.m. at the Prescott National Cemetery in Prescott.
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Pamela Nichols Stull
Pamela Nichols Stull, age 63, lost her courageous battle with breast cancer on Friday, Sept. 17, 2010 at the Hospice Family Care Center in Prescott, Ariz. Pam was surrounded by her loving family as she peacefully slipped away.
Pam was born Feb. 24, 1947 in Detroit, Mich. to Mary Jean and George Nichols who preceded Pam in death. Also preceding Pam in death was her 8-year-old son Scott.
Pam graduated Xavier High School in Phoenix, Ariz. on May 23, 1965 and went on to work at Hughes Air west. Pamela married her best friend and soul mate Bruce, Dec. 12, 1975. After moving to Prescott, she opened her own shop called Victoria's Garden in downtown Prescott. Later, Pam was front desk manager at Prescott Sierra Inn and desk clerk at Hotel St. Michael.
Pam's favorite past times were her family, volunteering at Miss Kitty's Cathouse and crocheting.
Pam is survived by her husband Bruce; her son George and his spouse Kathy; her grandchildren, Kayla Stull, Andrew Guerin-Scates, Mitch Scates; foster granddaughter Kaylee Benson; and many wonderful friends. Bruce's daughters, Kathy, Kristi and Monica also survive Pam.
Memorial Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at Sacred Heart Church in Prescott, Ariz.
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Oscar I. Juvera
Oscar I. Juvera, 20, passed away Sept. 24, 2010, in St. George, Utah. He was born Aug. 10, 1990, in Prescott, Ariz. to Maria M. and Oscar Juvera.
Oscar was a Bradshaw Mountain High School graduate and was attending Dixie College of Utah.
A visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010, at Sunrise Funeral Home with a 7 p.m. Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at St. Germaine Catholic Church in Prescott Valley. Burial will follow at Heritage Memorial Park.
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Patrick Charles Dooley
Patrick Charles Dooley, age 84, passed away on Sept. 28, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz. He was born on Dec. 8, 1925, in Bellevue, Ky., to John Stephen and Bertha (Eckert) Dooley.
Patrick served in the U.S. Army as a ball turret gunner on the B-17 over England and Europe. Afterward, he worked as an airline captain and retired from Northwest (now Delta) Airlines. He enjoyed golf, photography, oil painting, traveling and anything related to WWII.
Patrick is survived by his wife, Mary; daughters Mary Teresa and Kathleen; son-in-law Philip; and granddaughters Rachel, Katy and Grace. He has one surviving brother, Richard.
A Celebration of Life (wake) will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at the Prescott Resort in Prescott. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 N. Fleury Road, Prescott, Ariz. More detailed information is available at Caringbridge.org (Patrick Dooley).
Donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 237 S. Montezuma St., Prescott, AZ 86303 in Patrick's name, in lieu of flowers.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
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Joseph Allen Gillis
Joseph Allen Gillis passed away suddenly on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010. He was 59 years old. Joe was born on Sept. 5, 1951 in Boston, Mass. to Lawrence and Kathleen Gillis. He spent his early years in Walpole, Mass.
At the age of 15, his family moved to Phoenix, Ariz., where he attended Central High School. Joe later moved to Prescott, Ariz., where he spent the remainder of his life.
Joe met the love of his life, Cindy Field, in Prescott, and they later married on Sept. 12, 1987. They shared a common background of having been born and raised in Massachusetts. Together they raised two wonderful children whom Joe adores, son Matthew, and daughter Kelly.
Joe was a hard worker all of his life. He started a concrete business and, with dedication and hard work, developed a successful business over the years. Joe was a perfectionist, known for the high quality of his work, and was often hired to do custom concrete projects. Joe had numerous interests and was knowledgeable in many areas of construction. He loved his home and was always working on a project for the house or on his cars. One of his passions was restoring cars, particularly his Porsches. Joe enjoyed watching sports and was an avid fan of every Boston team. He also liked playing golf and had a great love for animals. Joe loved spending time with family and friends; everyone was always welcome in Joe and Cindy's home. Many will remember the annual 4th of July pool parties as well as many family celebrations.
Joe leaves behind his devoted and loving wife of 22 years, Cindy; son Matthew; and daughter Kelly, all of Prescott. He is survived by his mother Kathleen Gillis of Phoenix; sisters, Kathleen Gillis of Prescott and Donna Gillis of Phoenix; brothers, Michael Gillis (Gina) of Las Vegas, Nev., Lawrence Gillis (Donna) of Springfield, Va. and Scott Gillis (Maria) of Phoenix; as well as many other family members, including aunts and uncles, cousins and numerous wonderful nieces and nephews.
Joe's loving devotion to his family, loyal friendships, work ethic, generous nature, and wry sense of humor defined the man he was. He will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends who love him dearly.
There will be a viewing from 5 to 7 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010 at Hampton Funeral Home, 240 South Cortez St., Prescott, Ariz. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, Ariz., with a reception to follow at the Haley family residence, 1933 Rocky Dells Drive, Prescott, Ariz.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Yavapai Humane Society (928) 445-2666 or the Yavapai Food Bank (928) 775-5255.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to visit and sign the online guestbook.
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Violet Helen Piper
Violet Helen Pieper, 75, died Oct. 24, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz. She was born March 8, 1935, in Chicago, Ill., one of nine children, to William and Mary Szczesny.
Violet had many jobs over the years as she worked hard to raise her three daughters as a single parent. She enjoyed reading a good book, keeping up with and discussing current events, and helping her children however she could. Violet loved listening to classical music, particularly the Three Tenors. She was a devoted flower gardener, both at her home and as a volunteer for Sacred Heart Church. Violet left a rich legacy of Christian faith for her family that will carry down through the generations.
Violet is survived by her three daughters, Melanie (Rick) Giardini, Melissa Monahan-Joyce and Monica (Brad) Kaplan, all of Prescott, Ariz.; brother, Dan Szczesny; and many nieces and nephews. Survivors also include her beloved grandchildren, Merideth, Daniel, Tara, Ryan, Rachel, Lexie and Trevor; and two great-grandchildren, Miles and Adyline. She also leaves behind her best friend, Mona Ziem.
A Memorial Mass celebrating Violet's life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz. The family would like to especially thank the staff of Las Fuentes Care Center for their Loving and Attentive care over the past year.
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Joseph J. Cluba, Jr.
Joseph J. Cluba Jr., 86, of Prescott, Ariz., born April 4, 1924, in Newark, N.J., passed away Nov. 10, 2010.
A celebration of life Mass will be at 2 p.m. Nov. 17, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., with military honors.
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James "Jim" Robert Pickering
James "Jim" Robert Pickering, 89, passed away Nov. 10, 2010, at Good Samaritan Society, Marley House Hospice, in Prescott, Ariz. Jim was born April 21, 1921, in St Louis, Mo., to James Robert Pickering and Rose Mackin Pickering. He served as Quartermaster in the Navy in WWII and was on a P.T. boat in the Korean War.
After service to his country, he lived in St. Louis, Mo., where he began raising his family. He was involved with his church and Boy Scouts as Assistant Scoutmaster. After moving to Naperville, Ill., he was also involved in his church, serving on the council.
In 1975, Jim moved his family to Scottsdale, Ariz. He later retired with his wife to Prescott, Ariz., where he was involved in many activities. He was a volunteer driver for 14 years for Meals on Wheels, and Adopt a Highway, organizing the Litter Lifters. Jim was a lifetime member of the Yavapai County Executive Board. He served 20 years of active work in various capacities, as well as Chairman of Yavapai County Fair for four years.
His hobbies were many, and included collecting coins, stamps, and shells. He also collected fossils and was a member of the ESCONI Club, an Earth and Science Club of Northern Illinois. He also learned to square dance and play the guitar.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Lorraine; daughters Mary Harrington, Nancy Steele and Patty Sawottke; and a son, Steven Pickering.
He also had four grandchildren, Brenda Buck, Janelle Watts, Michael and Jamie Steele; and a great-grandson, Aiden Watts.
Jim was a loving father and husband. He was a man with a sense of humor who was loved by all and will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
A Mass and celebration will be Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010, at 9:45 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott, with military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Marley House Hospice, 1063 Ruth St., Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Edith Eldena Nieman
Edith Eldena Nieman, age 89 years and 6 days, passed away on Nov. 15, 2010, in Prescott, Ariz. She was born on Nov. 9, 1921, in Rock Falls, Ill., to Oliver Taylor Sisson and Lucy Harriet Quackenbush.
Eldena attended Hoopole High School in Illinois and later became a telephone operator, retiring from Sears Roebuck. She loved to watch sports on TV, especially the Phoenix Suns.
Eldena is predeceased by her husband, Bernard G. Nieman Sr.; her brothers, Edward Sisson and Rollin Gene Sisson; and her son, Brian Nieman. She leaves two sons, Bernard G. Nieman Jr. (Luanne) and Gerald Ray Nieman (Mary). She had four grandchildren, Patrick Nieman and Jennifer Dauzvardis, Timothy Nieman and Daniel Nieman. She also leaves seven great-grandchildren.
A service for Eldena will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott. The family suggests that donations in Eldena's name be made to your favorite charity.
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Donald B. Alder
Donald B. Alder, 88, of Prescott, Ariz., born July 22, 1922 in South Hampton, N.Y., passed away Nov. 18, 2010.
A celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 22, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury. Final commendation and burial with full military honors will be Nov. 23, 2010 at the National Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek in Phoenix.
Memorials suggested to Covenant House, 427 W. 52nd Street, New York, N.Y. 10019.
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Geraldine Margaret Kayser
Geraldine Margaret Kayser, 78, born June 10, 1932, to Edward and Loretta Gremling in Lima, Ohio, passed away Nov. 17, 2010, at Encore Senior Village of Peoria, Ariz., after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's.
Gerry graduated from St. Gerard High School in Lima, Ohio, in 1951. She married the love of her life, Tom Kayser, on Sept. 12, 1953. Gerry devoted her entire life to her husband and raising their 11 children. She kept the household running smoothly on a daily basis and always made time to make every holiday and special occasion memorable for her family. She was very involved at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and also a member of the Benedictine Oblates. Gerry also supported Tom through the Deaconate program and throughout his many years of service as a Deacon.
Gerry is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 57 years, Tom Kayser; children include Ron (Marla) Kayser, Beth (Dean) Hinshaw, Linda (Brock) Bergman from the Prescott area; from the Phoenix area are David Kayser, Jo (Mike) Stockton, Mike (Jeanne) Kayser, Joan (Bill) Arthur, Tom Kayser, Ruth (Terry) Bautch, Annita (Tony) Boynton and currently living in Japan, Bob Kayser. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty (Dale) Vondrell; and a brother, Tom (Rita) Gremling, of Ohio. Preceded in death by grandson Brock Bergman, three brothers and three sisters.
A vigil will take place at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St. in Prescott. Funeral Mass in celebration of her life will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Final Commendation will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Cemetery, 23015 Cave Creek Road in Phoenix.
The family suggests memorials to St. Vincent De Paul Society, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, AZ 86301. You are invited to log on to www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Geraldine's guest book, and share a memory with the family.
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Melissa Terese Boggler-Warren
Melissa Terese Boggler-Warren, 33, of Camp Verde, Ariz., born Sept. 6, 1977, in Las Vegas, Nev., passed away Dec. 11, 2010.
Funeral Mass is Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010, at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, with burial at Heritage Memorial Park in Dewey.
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Mary Mendibles
Mary Mendibles died Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at her home in Chino Valley, Ariz. Mary celebrated her 89th birthday on Nov. 29, 2010. Mary was born near Humboldt, Ariz., and was a lifelong Yavapai County resident.
Mary owned her own restaurant for many years in Bagdad, where she had lived until her retirement in 1984. Mary was well known throughout Bagdad and Prescott for her delicious meals and homemade tortillas.
She was preceded in death by her sons Guillermo "Willie" and Johnny; daughter Rosemary Leyva; and two husbands, Felix Dominguez and Guillermo Mendibles.
Mary is survived by her sons Peter of Flagstaff and Art (Esther) Mendibles of Prescott, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to Mary's memorial funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott. Interment will be at Oddfellows Cemetery. Rosary service will be 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott.
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Olive Boyle
Olive Boyle died Dec. 22, 2010, at her home in Prescott, Ariz. She was born Nov. 7, 1917, in Manhattan, Kan., the daughter of Ollie and Lucy (Lee) Reed. Olive was 93 years old.
Olive graduated in 1939 from the University of Michigan with a degree in English in preparation of becoming a teacher. Olive and Edward moved to Arizona in 1966 and to Prescott in 1978. She was a member of Sacred Heart Parish for a number of years. Olive's priorities were her family and her religion. She loved children, laughter and travel. She attended mass and recited the rosary daily. She was a very giving person: as a Eucharistic minister, adopting an orphan in Mexico, and as a caring visitor to nursing homes. She was also a very active volunteer, working with the Food Bank and Head Start Program in Phoenix. She was loved by all, including the wonderful caregivers of Home Instead and the dedicated staff of Hospice Family Care.
Olive is survived by her son, Dennis of Avondale, Ariz.; daughters Mary Spencer of Santa Clara, Calif., and Kathy (Arvid) Magnuson of Yreka, Calif.; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and her beloved, Sampson. She was preceded in death by her son Joseph in 1953, daughter Anne in 1962, husband Edward in 1981, son Edward Jr. in 1999 and daughter Patricia in 2009.
Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, with visitation one hour prior at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, 303 S. Cortez, Prescott.
A Funeral Mass will be 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott.
Final Commendation and Farewell will follow at Oddfellows Cemetery.
The family suggests memorials to Yavapai Food Bank, 8400 E. Spouse Drive, Suite E., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314.
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Merwyn "Mert" Davis
Merwyn "Mert" Davis died on Jan. 1, 2011, at his home in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Sept. 13, 1932, in Pendelton, Ind., the son of Dean W. and Amadeo (Leonard) Davis. Mert was 78 years old. Mert joined the Navy at the age of 18 at the start of the Korean Conflict. He achieved the impressive rank of first class petty officer as a radioman. Mert moved to Arizona City near Casa Grande in 1968, where he started the M.C. Davis Company to manufacture coils. Mert's secret to success was his invention of coil machines that could produce coils at a fraction of the cost of others.
In 1983, Mert bought the CV Ranch and his first cowboy hat. He became a "part-time cowboy" - one of his favorite titles, along with others that his family and friends share: a pilot, a humble, good man, a philanthropist, a loving father and grandfather. In recent years, Mert was a member of the Yavapai Classic Cruisers and a collector of vintage cars.
Mert is survived by his companion of 30 years, Shirley Espe; sons Curt, Kevin, Keith (Brenda) and Kenny (Patty); daughter Karen (Mark) Helin; sisters Shirley Mungai and Helen Winkler; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, 303 S. Cortez, Prescott.
A funeral Mass will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott.
The family suggests memorials to Yavapai Food Bank, P.O. Box 4151, Prescott, AZ 86302.
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Terry Navarre Stark
Terry Navarre Stark, 87, of Prescott, Ariz., passed away peacefully at her home on Jan. 5, 2010.
Terry was born on Nov. 21, 1923, in Lowell, Mass., the daughter of the late Romeo and Maria Ranaud.
Terry moved out west from the east coast after World War II and resided in Las Cruces, N.M., from 1945 through 1948.
Terry then settled in Clifton, Ariz., and then moved on to Douglas, Ariz., where she resided for more than 25 years.
She has resided in Prescott since 1976.
Terry leaves her daughter Faith Navarre of Prescott.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Terry's Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, at Calvary Cemetery, Douglas, Ariz.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Society of St. Vincent De Paul, 120 N. Summit Ave., Prescott, AZ 86301, would be deeply appreciated.
Please visit www.heritagefuneralchapels.com to share a memory with Terry's family.
Family service by The Heritage Memory Mortuary, Prescott, Ariz.
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William H. McCauley
November 21, 1918 - January 15, 2011
A sad day in Prescott, Ariz., Saturday morning Jan. 15, 2011 at 6:08 a.m., as the sun was just beginning to rise over Arizona, the soul of William H. (Mac) McCauley, our beloved "Daddy Bill," ascended to Heaven for his final reward. While our hearts are heavy, we are comforted by the memories we have of this giant of a man in our lives. A man who asked so little, yet gave so much, to so many, here in Prescott over the last 62 years.
From the time of Mac's arrival here in 1949, our fair city was changed for the better by his presence. He always faced life with a smile, greeted everyone as a friend, and never let a minute slip by without using it to some good purpose. He will be remembered by most for his musical contributions, starting with playing live music for the square dances on the courthouse plaza in 1949 through the 1950s and '60s and into the '70s. He played benefits for all types of groups, participated in the fiddle contests and bluegrass festivals, Sharlot Hall events, Acker Showcases, parades, and was still playing for the Senior Day Center and others up until just a few months ago at age 92.
Some of the groups he formed and/or played with were The Hayloft Trio, Sam & Mac, The Rhythm Ranglers, the Old Time Fiddler's Association, The Tumbleweeds, and Finger Pickin' Partners with Malia Chase, his companion and musical partner for more than 30 years, just to name a few.
Always the showman, though, Mac was more than willing to take the stage alone, whether in a public setting or merely someone's living room. He could play his foot-operated bass drum, harmonica and guitar at the same time, and intersperse that by singing and dancing for those present.
Surely we could spend the whole day writing more about this unique and memorable character, our Grandfather and "Daddy Bill," who meant so much to all of our family and all those that have known him over the years, but other matters call, so we'll save that for later. Needless to say, this man will be sorely missed by all.
Mac, God broke the mold when he created you. What a ride you had! Rest in peace, and if they allow guitars in Heaven, keep on a-Whompin'. We will meet again, by and by.
Mac was born on Nov. 21, 1918, in Warba, Minn., to Jack and Anna McCauley. Mac left the family farm in 1938 and worked in the CC Camps prior to enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1939 and serving most of his tour in Panama at Fort Clayton in the Panama Canal Zone, returning to the States in 1943 to Fort Bliss, Texas. He was wed to Lavonne Miles and settled in Huntington Park, Calif. until they moved to Prescott in 1949.
Mac served as an usher at Prescott's Sacred Heart Catholic Church for 60 years. He was a Yavapai County Deputy Sheriff in 1955 and 1956. He was a member of the Prescott Jeep club (Posse) for several years through the '50s and into the '60s. Mac was a charter member of the Mile High Homing Club (associated with the American Racing Pigeon Union) and an honorary member of the Whiffle Tree Barn Dancers. He owned and operated Mac's Tire Shop in Miller Valley, where he recapped tires until 1959. From 1960 to 1980, Mac served as a custodian for PUSD first at Lincoln School on Park Avenue, then taking over the gym at the high school on Ruth Street and finally as head custodian at Granite Mountain Middle School. He had two yearbooks dedicated to him. He, as previously mentioned, loved music and spent many years playing guitar in very venue there was locally including the VA Hospital, area nursing homes, the Margaret T. Morris Care Center and all the aforementioned musical groups and as a result became a "Legend in his own time." You can see Mac playing his guitar in the Hayloft Trio portion of the Granite Street Mural, which was completed in 2007.
Mac lost his wife Lavonne in 1978 and is survived by one sister, Della Howe; also Malia Chase, his guardian, caregiver and fiddling partner for over 30 years; three grandsons, Leland Anderson (Johnnie) of Prescott, Larry Anderson, currently of Selma, Ore., and Eddie Anderson (Kathy) of Wasilla, Alaska; 11 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; and 30-plus nieces and nephews.
A funeral Mass will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, followed by an Honor Guard ceremony at the church. There will be a celebration of life from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Rowle Simmons Community Center, 1280 E. Rosser St., Prescott. All his friends and fellow musicians are invited to attend. Please bring your instruments if you are inclined. Refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to see donations made to the Adult Day Services Center, 826 Sunset Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Mac loved going there and said many times they sure could use a nice big TV.
Please visit www.heritagememorymortuary.com to sign the online guestbook and leave messages. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memory Mortuary for internment in the Prescott Veteran's Cemetery in a private ceremony on Monday, Jan. 31, 2011.
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Cletus J. "Dick" Kapper
Cletus J. "Dick" Kapper, 90, formerly of Decatur, Ill., died Jan. 28, 2011, at Good Samaritan Society Marley House in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Oct. 29, 1920, in Stringtown, Ill., the son of Joseph and Mary (Zwilling) Kapper.
Dick served in the U.S. Army in WWII. He married Doris R. O'Hern May 22, 1948. While in Decatur, he was a member of St. James Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus and was employed at Miller O'Neill. When he retired, he and his wife moved to Prescott in 1987 and were active at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Dick is survived by his son, Ronald (Nadine) Kapper of Grass Valley, Calif.; his daughter, Rosemary "Cookie" (Larry) Kane of Joliet, Ill.; step-grandson Brad (Janie) Kane; and step-great-grandsons Brandon and Cooper of Forsyth, Ill.; and sister Dorothy Volk of Washington, Ill. His wife, Doris, preceded him in death on Aug. 12, 2010.
A celebration Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Prescott, with private inurnment at Mountain View Cemetery, Prescott.
In lieu of flowers, memorial in Dick's name to Good Samaritan Society Prescott Home Health and Hospice, 1065 Ruth St., Prescott, AZ 86301, or charity of your choice.
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Bertha R. Baker
Bertha R. Baker, 70, of Prescott, Ariz., born April 28, 1940, in Globe, Ariz., passed away Feb. 9, 2011.
A Christian burial service will be 1 p.m. Feb. 14, 2011, at Mountain View Cemetery, 1051 Willow Creek Road, Prescott.
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Vega Patricia Fahey
The life of Vega Patricia Fahey will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mrs. Fahey was born Aug. 18, 1903, and died on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, in Albuquerque, N.M.
She resided in Prescott beginning in 1975, and moved to Albuquerque in 1985 before returning to Prescott in 1994. Mrs. Fahey celebrated her 100 birthday on Aug. 18, 2003, with a special Mass and reception at Sacred Heart, sending out invitations herself as well as planning and arranging the entire event. She even danced during the festivities.
Guests included a friend from Canada, family members from Sweden and from other parts of the United States, plus many friends in Prescott.
In 2006, Mrs. Fahey returned to a Catholic retirement community in Albuquerque and lived there until her death at 107 years of age.
Mrs. Fahey was widowed in 1983. Her husband was Charles E. Fahey, a retired executive of American Express who served as a lector at Sacred Heart Church for many years. She is survived by her niece, Anne Bearman; nephews, William and Robert Sandberg and Charles Simpson; and great nephews, Richard Bearman, Michael Sandberg and David, Christopher and Carl Simpson. She is also survived by a host of cousins in Sweden and other family members in California.
"A Walk in the Footprints of Love," 106 years of memories, written by Mrs. Fahey was published and introduced at Mrs. Fahey's 107th birthday celebration in Albuquerque where she signed and sold copies and was interviewed for the 5 o'clock news of NBC's local TV affiliate. Copies are now available at St. Jude's Possible Shop, 410 West Gurley in Prescott.
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Louise M. Dawson
Louise M. Dawson, 87, of Prescott, Ariz., born Feb. 23, 1924, in Lake Linden, Mich., passed away March 8, 2011.
A memorial Mass will be at 2 p.m. March 11, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Yavapai Food Bank, 8866 E. Long Mesa Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314, or St. Vincent De Paul Society, 935 Fair St., Prescott, AZ 86305. A private cremation will be at Bradshaw Crematory in Prescott Valley.
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James Randal Noonan
James Randal Noonan, 79, of Prescott, Ariz., born Jan. 16, 1932, in Hewitt, Wis., passed away March 19, 2011.
Visitation will be 3 to 5 p.m. March 23, 2011, with a Scripture Rosary at 5 p.m. at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton streets. A celebration of life will be 11 a.m. March 24, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott. Interment will be in Marshfield, Wis.
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Frances Allen
Frances Allen, 96, of Prescott, Ariz., born Dec. 3, 1914, in Chicago, Ill., passed away March 22, 2011.
Rosary service will be 7 p.m. March 24, 2011, at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carlton, with visitation two hours before. A celebration of life Mass will be 11 a.m. March 25, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott. Final commendation will be in Monterey, Calif.
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Shirley Louise (Deringer) Hoss
Shirley Louise (Deringer) Hoss died on Saturday, March 26, 2011. She was born in Newman, Calif., on July 17, 1935.
In 1963, Shirley married her loving husband of almost 40 years. She is survived by her three children, Michael, Catherine and Richard; grandchildren Alex, Spencer, Russell and Crystal; sibling Kenny, and her loving friend, Ginger.
Shirley worked in many fields, such as manufacturing and electronics, but her greatest love was the church. She spent time in Africa as a lay missionary helper and traveled to many countries around the world.
Shirley spent her retirement years active in Sacred Heart Church, where she participated in many ministries. She also was very active in the Legion of Mary. Shirley loved her bingo and her very dear friends. She will be missed by all.
For those wishing to provide a gift of remembrance, donations can be made to St. Vincent de Paul or Catholic Social Services.
An opportunity to greet the family will be at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home on the corner of Cortez and Carleton streets from 5 to 7 p.m. Following will be a scripture rosary at 7 p.m. A celebration of Shirley's life funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 31, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott. Friday, April 1, at 11 a.m. will be the inurnment at Mountain View Cemetery in Prescott.
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Judge Thomas Bryant Lindberg
Yavapai Country Superior Judge Thomas B. Lindberg died April 2, 2011, at his home in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Aug. 24, 1954, in Jackson, Mich. He graduated from the University of Arizona, Law School.
Judge Lindberg is survived by his wife, Donna; son Danny; father Judge John Lindberg of Tucson; 10 brothers and sisters.
There will be a visitation from 3 to 6 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2011, at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home located at the corner of Cortez and Carleton streets in Prescott. A rosary will be at 8:15 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott with a visitation 30 minutes prior. A funeral mass to celebration Judge Lindberg's life will take place at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2011, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Tom's name to St. Vincent de Paul or Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, AZ 86301, or Hospice Family Care, 100 E. Sheldon, Suite 100, Prescott, AZ 86301.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Judge Lindberg's guestbook and share a memory with the family.
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Edward Roald Besenfelder
Edward Roald Besenfelder, 85, a resident of Prescott, Ariz., for 16 years, died Tuesday April 5, 2011. He was born in North Rose, N.Y., on Feb. 16, 1926, and was the seventh son of Joseph and Mary Weilhamer Besenfelder.
He graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1943, served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and the Korean War, and was honorably discharged in 1952.
Ed married Shirley Waller on Sept. 13, 1952, in Rome, N.Y., and together they raised four children. He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and will be greatly missed by all.
He earned his B.S. degree in electrical engineering from Syracuse University, graduating magma cum laude in 1955. He began his career as an engineer in Syracuse, N.Y., working for GE; he then worked for Honeywell in OKC, and retired from Honeywell Bull Information Systems in 1987 in Phoenix, Ariz. He developed seven patents in Electrical Data Processing and was a winner of a technical excellence award in 1986. After moving to Prescott, Ariz., in 1995, he attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley W. Besenfelder; two wonderful sons, Edward J. Besenfelder (Debi) of Bakersfield, Calif., and Lawrence M. Besenfelder (Phyllis) of Scottsdale, Ariz.; two wonderful daughters, Cathleen A. McColley of Phoenix, Ariz. and Carol E. Tuerff (Joseph) of Glendale, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Carolyn Griffiths, Andrea Allen, Richard McColley, Lauren Besenfelder and Jessica Besenfelder; and two great-grandchildren, Jimmy Griffiths and Erik Allen.
Visitation for family and friends will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. with a Rosary at 8 p.m. Sunday, April 10, 2011, at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home. A mass of Christian burial will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, April 11. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at St. Francis Cemetery in the Resurrection Mausoleum in Phoenix, Ariz.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul, 120 N. Summit Ave, Prescott, AZ 86301, or to Good Samaritan Society Prescott Hospice, Marley House, 1063 Ruth St., Prescott, AZ 86301.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family with final arrangements. Log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to view and sign Ed's guestbook.
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Thomas F. Pender
Thomas F. Pender, 85, of Prescott, Ariz., born Sept. 27, 1925, in Perth Amboy, N.J., passed away April 19, 2011.
Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. April 25, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Drive, Prescott, with full military honors. Inurnment will be 11 a.m. April 27, at Prescott National Cemetery.
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Patricia Johnson
Patricia Johnson of Prescott passed away April 8, 2011, after a short illness. Pat was born on Jan. 1, 1949, in Lafayette, Ind., to Edwin and Irene O'Mara.
She spent her early childhood in Germany, and later in Ithaca, N.Y. Most of her adult life was spent in the Bay Area of California. She moved to Prescott with her husband in 1994. Most of her career was in food service, most recently at Prescott College. She was an accomplished amateur photographer.
She is survived by her beloved husband Huck Johnson; her sister Eileen Kapp of California; mother-in-law Dianne Johnson; and friend Lou Medel; sister-in-law Christina Johnson; and nieces, Alleannah and Elizabeth Johnson.
She was loved and admired by all who knew her. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, April 28, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Donna Lee Walsh
Donna Walsh, 72, passed away April 18, 2011, in Phoenix, Ariz. She was principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School for several years.
Donna is survived by her mother; three children; a granddaughter; siblings; extended family; and many good friends.
A memorial celebration will be 11 a.m. May 28, 2011, in Payson, Ariz. Please call 928-474-2800 for details. Donations in her memory may be sent to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Payson, P.O. Box 1317, Payson, AZ 85547.
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Julian Trujillo Leyva
Julian Trujillo Leyva, age 92, passed away on May 3, 2011, in Prescott, Ariz. He was born in Williams, Ariz., on May 19, 1918, to Dionisio Leyva Bustos and Maria Trujillo.
One of 13 children, Julian, along with his brothers, worked for Santa Fe Railroad. He helped lay track in Drake, Ash Fork and Perkinsville, Ariz. He worked until he was drafted into the U.S. Army where he served in the Calvary from March 25, 1941, to July 9, 1943.
He married Maria Cruzita Perez of Fort Hancock, Texas, on Sept. 4, 1943. Julian worked as a machinist, a bus driver and a landscaper. They lived in Venice, Calif., until they retired and settled in Prescott, Ariz. He will be laid to rest next to her. He loved the casinos, he traveled extensively, he collected caps and he had a great love for his dogs.
Julian is survived by a large extended family of many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Julian will be from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at Hampton Funeral Home, 240 S. Cortez St., Prescott with a Rosary to follow at 7 p.m. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 N. Fleury in Prescott. Due to Julian's love of dogs, the family suggests that donations be made in his name to the Yavapai Humane Society, 1605 Sundog Ranch Road, Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Frank M. Cvetkovich
Frank M. Cvetkovich passed away peacefully at the age of 84 after a lengthy illness at the Meadow Park Assisted Living facility in Prescott, Ariz.
Frank was born in Humboldt, Ariz., on Sept. 4, 1926, and remained a lifelong resident of Yavapai County.
He was the son of Croatian-Slovenian immigrants. Frank's mother was proud to become an American citizen and was welcomed in the area by nearby folks, including Miss Sharlot Hall, who helped her practice the English language.
In the 1930s, Frank's sisters and his twice-widowed mother left Humboldt and moved to Prescott. All of the children sought employment locally. Frank worked as a mechanic for a number of garages in town before going into business for himself. He owned and operated Frank's Mechanical Service on South Montezuma Street for over 40 years. He was very well-respected and had numerous customers who came from all areas of the United States.
In his better days, he was an avid hunter, and dearly loved his black Labrador retrievers. He also enjoyed football, especially NFL games on weekends.
In the 1950s and 1960s, he was active in the Prescott Jaycees and looked forward to the annual July 4th events. He was also an active member of the Yavapai County Fair Association.
He is survived by his dear wife Martha Jean; daughters Lynn and Kim; and older half-sister Mary.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be made to either Sharlot Hall Museum, 415 W. Gurley St., Prescott, AZ 86301, or Prescott Firefighters' Charities, 1700 Iron Springs Road, Prescott, AZ 86305.
The family wishes to thank the Prescott firefighters for all of their assistance through the years, and the staff at Meadow Park Care Facility where he received such kind treatment at the end of Frank's life.
Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury in Prescott.
Final farewell and commendation is private at the Mountain View Cemetery in Prescott.
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Barbara Jane Norfleet
Barbara Jane Norfleet, 79, of Prescott, Ariz., born April 3, 1932, in Chicago, Ill., passed away June 3, 2011, in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Services will be 11 a.m. June 10, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, Ariz. Inurnment will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Flagstaff, Ariz., at a later date.
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Matthew F. Reardon III
January 25, 1930 - June 5, 2011
Matt Reardon was born in Englewood, N.J. and lived in Arizona since 1992.
He is survived by his wife Patricia; son Mark; daughters Sheila Wilcox and Pam Korzonowski; and grandchildren Sean and Keith Reardon and Kelly and Kyle Korzonowski. He was preceded in death by his first wife RoseMary Snyder and parents Matthew and Hertha Reardon.
Graduating from Knox College in 1954, Matt served in the USAF Strategic Air Command for 5 years and in the USAF Reserves for 18 years, retiring as a Major. He flew for Trans World Airways from March of 1956 to March of 1987, retiring as a line check captain at Kennedy International Airport in New York City. Matt loved flying, target shooting and travel. Matt volunteered his time to the ambulance corps in N.J. for many years and was in church organization as well as community outreach programs.
Matt enjoyed horseback riding and was an avid master gardener.
He loved his God, his family, his country and his four-legged friends. Soft landings, Matt.
Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 9, 2011, at Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Prescott. Internment will be at 1 p.m. at the Prescott V.A. Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, Make a Wish Foundation or Best Friends Animal Society.
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Rocky Lee Ramirez Igaya
Rocky Lee Ramirez Igaya, 23, of Prescott, Ariz., born Feb. 8, 1988, in Manila, Philippines, passed away June 6, 2011.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. June 22, 2011, at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, corner of Cortez and Carleton streets in Prescott.
Scripture Rosary will be said at 6 p.m. June 22 at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. June 23 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott. Final Commendations will be 1:30 p.m. June 23 at Arizona Pioneers Home Cemetery on Iron Springs Road, Prescott.
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Mary Ann "Townsend" Persons
Mary Ann "Townsend" Persons died Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at her sister's home in Prescott. She was born Feb. 15, 1938, in Bismark, N.D., the daughter of Leon Roy and Eloise (McKee) Townsend. Mary Ann was 73 years old.
Mary Ann had a Ph.D. in psychology. She worked for the school systems in Durango, Colo., as well as in Chilton and Milwaukee, Wis. In her lifetime of work, Mary Ann was most proud of her efforts for young people during the race riots in the '60s.
She was a beacon of light for many who knew and loved her. Mary Ann accepted her dying and planed her own funeral. She would say: "It is what it is."
Mary Ann is survived by her sister, Carol Townsend of Prescott, and brother David (Mingyon) Townsend of Kewannee, Wis.; nieces Teresa Bordowitz and Cathy Benecke; nephews David and Roy; many cousins and dear friends.
A Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 17, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz.
Mary Ann's favorite charity was St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Mary Ann's guestbook, share a memory with the family and view a tribute to her. Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral home assisted the family.
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Ann Andrews Hall
Ann Andrews Hall passed away on June 7, 2011, in Santa Rosa, Calif. She was a kind woman with a generous spirit, and was the devoted wife of the late James Farmer Hall.
Ann was the cherished mother of James Farmer Hall Jr., John Andrews "Andy" Hall (Kathleen), Jane Hartley Hall and Brooke Holve (Richard); beloved grandmother of Ryan Hall (Lexa), Cori Shechter (Todd), Mattie Hall, Nate Hall, Martha Grove (Dennis), Katie Glattfelder (Coby), Matt Finch, Brendan Holve, and Andrew Holve; adored great-grandmother of eight and one on the way; and loving sister of the late John Andrews and Robert Andrews.
Ann, 87 years old, was a volunteer for the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott, Ariz., and Star of the Valley Catholic Church, Santa Rosa, Calif., and NAMI. She was the manager for the Pine Lakes Community in Prescott for more than 15 years.
Ann was born Anna Bess Andrews to Ethel (Johnson) and John Andrews in Medina, N.Y., but was reared and educated in Lyndonville, N.Y. She graduated with a BA from Buffalo State and taught elementary school in San Diego and Long Beach. It was in San Diego that she met and married James Hall, who was an officer in the U.S. Navy. As a naval officer's wife, Ann traveled the United States while raising her four children. They retired to Prescott, living there for more than 20 years. A few years after his passing, she moved to Sonoma County to be closer to her children. In her spare time, Ann enjoyed playing cards, playing the piano, reading, walking and hiking. With the sparkle in her eyes and beautiful smile, she was loved by all who met her, people and animals alike. Above all, Ann loved her family; she will be missed.
Friends and family are invited to attend the Recitation of the Rosary, Saturday, June 11, 2011, at 10 a.m., followed by the Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Star of the Valley Catholic Church, 545 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa, Calif. Contributions may be made to NAMI Sonoma County, 1300 N Dutton Ave., Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 in memory of Ann A. Hall. Inurnment will be at the U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery and Columbarium, Annapolis, Md.
Family assisted by Lafferty & Smith Colonial Chapel, Santa Rosa, Calif.
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Riley Dennis Litchfield
4/30/1991 - 6/24/2011
Riley Dennis Litchfield was the beloved son of Ron and Kelly Litchfield. Riley touched the hearts and lives of all of those who have met him. This young man's life abruptly ended and his spirit was called home to the Lord. Out of this tragedy brings the knowledge that Riley has joined his Lord and Savior in Heaven and his smile shines upon us as the rays of the sun.
He graduated from Tri-City Prep High School in 2009. Riley had begun his college studies in fire science and emergency medical services at Yavapai College. The endless love Riley possessed emitted in his relationships with family, friends and even those he had just met for the first time. Riley was always the first to volunteer for any cause or to help anyone in need.
This incredibly special young man is survived by his parents, Ron and Kelly Litchfield; maternal grandparents Ken and Susan Lewis; paternal grandmother Darlene Litchfield; sister Kaeden; brothers Kyler and Keian Litchfield; aunt and uncle Denise and Russ Goslow; aunt and uncle Denene and Dave LaPoint; and uncle Kevin McNamara.
God's love was evident in Riley's life and the Lord still has great plans in store for him. Please join us for a viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 1, 2011, at Sunrise Funeral Home, 8167 E. Highway 69, Prescott Valley. A Celebration of Life service will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, with a burial service and reception to follow. An account has been set up in memory of Riley at Bank of America. Riley, our little angel from God, will live on in all of our hearts and minds forever.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to sign Riley's guestbook.
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Tobias Camacho
Tobias Camacho, 27, died early Saturday morning July 9, 2011, in Prescott, Ariz. He was born May 21, 1984, in Phoenix, Ariz.
Survivors are his parents, Anthony G. and Kathleen G. (Carmichael) Camacho of Prescott, Ariz.; his brothers, Nate (Barbie), Matthew and Adam; nephews, Julian, Joseph and Jesse; godparents, Frank and Grace Salas; and many aunts and uncles.
Predeceased are his maternal grandparents Russell and Dolores Carmichael of Prescott; his paternal grandparents, Antonio and Rita Camacho of Guam; and brother, Aaron.
Tobias was a trusted and beloved son, brother, grandchild, uncle, nephew and friend. His loss will be mourned by many and his presence will be treasured by all.
The family has requested private visitation and funeral. Please contact 928-830-9681 with any questions.
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Francis Joanes
Francis ("Magnu") Joanes passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2011, while on a cruise in Russia with his beloved wife, Hazilda. They were touring from St. Petersburg to Moscow to celebrate her 75th birthday and their 45th wedding anniversary.
Francis was born in Nairobi, Kenya. He met and married the love of his life and soul mate, Hazilda, in April of 1966. They immigrated to the U.S. (Walnut Creek, Calif.) in 1977 in the hopes of providing a better life for their family. They lived in Walnut Creek until 2005 when they moved to Prescott, Ariz., to be closer to their two grandsons.
An accountant by trade, he retired twice in Nairobi, first as a high-level auditor for the Kenyan government, then from a private British corporation. He returned to work in California to support his family, then retired once more. However, on moving to Prescott, he continued as a volunteer treasurer for the homeowner's association to which he belonged.
Francis was a man of deep faith. Over the years, he was active in the church community in Prescott and Walnut Creek as a lector, member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, member of the Pastoral Council, choir member, RCIA member and Eucharistic minister to the sick. He was a man who gave generously of himself and everything he had, down to literally giving the shirt of his back multiple times. He "lived life large" and with passion, enjoying any reason to celebrate! Adults and children alike gravitated to him, his welcoming smile and big hugs. He was an ambassador of God's love and touched so many people - more so than we even know.
Until they are all gathered together in heaven as a family, Francis leaves behind his beloved wife, Hazilda; daughter Louise; sons Marcellus and Tom, daughter-in-law Erin; and grandsons Matt and Noah, who will miss their "Shepai." He also leaves behind his sisters Nasci, Abi and Martha, who will miss their only brother. He also leaves behind many beloved nephews, nieces and other family members who will miss him dearly.
The visitation and Rosary will be at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, 303 S. Cortez St., Prescott, on Thursday, July 21, 2011, at 5 p.m. for visitation and Rosary at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m. July 22 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, and final commendation at Pioneer Home Cemetery. There will be a celebration of life to which all are invited following the burial at the parish hall of the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Vincent de Paul, c/o Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Rocco Mancini
Rocco Mancini, 93, of Prescott, Ariz., born Feb. 1, 1918, in Italy, passed away July 14, 2011.
Visitation is from 5 to 6 p.m. July 19, 2011, at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Services will be 11 a.m. July 20, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott with entombment to follow at Heritage Memorial Park Cemetery, 12000 Heritage Memorial Lane, Dewey, Ariz.
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Mary (Buonaiuto) Murphy
April 24, 1914 - July 19, 2011
Mary (Buonaiuto) Murphy of Prescott, Ariz., died peacefully on July 19, 2011. at Pleasant Valley Care Home. Born on April 24, 1914, in the Bronx, N.Y., she lived in Brooklyn, N.Y., for 57 years and in Charlotte, N.C., for 13 years before moving to Prescott two years ago.
Her husband, William Murphy, died in 1964.
She was active her whole life in religious and church organizations, politics and community affairs. At St. Patrick's Church in Brooklyn, she served as a member of the finance committee, as a teacher in the CCD program, a choir member and Eucharistic minister. She was honored at the St. Patrick's Founder's Ball in 1990 for her work on behalf of the parish and is still remembered for the artistry with which she decorated the altar at Christmas and Easter. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the Lioness Club and was elected as Democratic Party leader and State Committee member. At St. Anne's Church in Charlotte, she volunteered in the church office and served as a Eucharistic minister.
She is fondly remembered there by neighbors, friends and travel companions for her impromptu piano and ukulele concerts.
She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Murphy) Reardon of Prescott and Mary Ellen (Murphy) Gaffney and her husband Ned of Florham Park, N.J.; her sons, William of Charlotte, N.C., and Paul and his wife Caroline of Punta Gorda, Fla.; nine grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, George Buonaiuto, and a sister, Bernadette Jordan.
There will be a recitation of the rosary 7 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2011, at Sacred Heart Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott. Interment will be at the Mill Rift Cemetery, Mill Rift, Pa. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Catholic Relief Services or Maryknoll Missions can be made in her honor.
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Fred W. "Ted" Riley
Fred W. Riley, 77, passed away July 19, 2011. He was born May 29, 1934, to Fred and Ella Riley in Arborville, Neb.
He was known to everyone as "Ted," a nickname he acquired when his younger sister could not pronounce his given name. He joined the Army in 1954 and honorably served his country for three years. He spent a good part of his enlisted time in Germany. Upon his honorable discharge, Ted went to work at his uncle's service station in Bagdad, Ariz., where he met and married the love of his life, Virginia Hernandez. Virgie and Ted were married 53 years and have one son, David Wayne Riley.
Ted's character and integrity are part of the legacy he has left behind to all who knew him. His word was his bond. He enjoyed a great retired life and filled his time with yardwork, gardening and playing pool with Leroy and P.J.
Ted was part of an elite group of people known as "old Bagdad." He worked at the mine in Bagdad for 34 years in the mill department as a mechanic/welder and retired as a supervisor.
He is survived by his wife Virginia of Wilhoit, Ariz.; son David and his wife Rene Riley of Morenci, Ariz.; brother Charles Riley of Bagdad, Ariz.; and a long list of grand-, great- and great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and the entire Domingo Hernandez family.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 25, 2011, with the Rosary starting at 7 p.m. at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave. in Prescott. Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, Ariz.
Please visit and sign Ted's online guestbook at www.heritagefuneralchapels.com.
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Joan Rodd
Joan Rodd passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011, surrounded by family, after a long struggle with many health issues, including kidney and liver failure.
Joan was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., raised on Long Island, moved to Tucson in 1986, then Prescott in 2009.
She had a great love of animals and worked as a dog and cat groomer for five years when she first moved to Arizona. Prior to that, she worked more than 16 years for American Home Products in New York City. In her early days, Joan loved to travel at home and abroad, having visited England, Italy, Germany, Tangier, as well as Montana and Alaska. She also enjoyed bowling, needlepoint, rug-hooking and board games.
Joan was noted for her laugh and zest for life, plus her love of children. She was a very proud aunt and great aunt.
Joan leaves behind her brother Bill Rodd and wife Ingrid; twin sisters Janet Cella and Susan Maggio, with their husbands Bob and Gary; plus 13 nieces and nephews.
Anyone who ever knew Joan never forgot her. She will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.
Celebration mass will be 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz.
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Genevieve Ann Pretto
Genevieve Ann Pretto, 84, passed away peacefully on Aug. 3, 2011, after a brief illness.
Genevieve was the fourth-oldest of five children born to Arthur Frank and Irene Mulloy, and spent her early years in the Chicago suburb of Oak Park.
Genevieve married Everett on Sept. 28, 1946, in St Charles, Ill. They shared their lives together in the Chicago area, in Orange, Calif., and in Apple Valley, Calif. In later years, the city of Prescott, Ariz., offered enjoyment and peace.
Genevieve loved spending time with her family and extended family. She adored her grandson Aaron and would spend hours relating to him stories of the family. She had studied music and was coached vocally at an early age.
Genevieve was preceded in death by her husband Everett John Pretto; brothers Ronald Mulloy, Miles Mulloy, George Mulloy and Jerome Mulloy; and her son Ronald Frank Pretto. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Ann Horn; her sons Thomas John Pretto, John Everett Pretto and James Robert Pretto; and her grandson, Aaron Thomas Albright.
A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave. in Prescott.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com.
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Jeanette Valdes
Jeanette Valdes, 87, formerly of Prescott, Ariz., born Sept. 8, 1923, in Lincoln, Neb., passed away Aug. 14, 2011, in Illinois.
She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart, and a faithful prayer warrior, and Loved Our Lady. She attended 7 a.m. daily Mass and lead the rosary. She had a stroke a while ago, and moved with family out of state.
Attached is a picture of Jeanette at Sr. Anne’s Lectio Divina group. She was quite a character and will be missed.
Services will be 9:30 a.m. Aug. 18, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott. Burial will be at Heritage Memorial Park, Dewey, Ariz.
Arrangements by Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home.
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Adolf Watrach
Adolf Watrach, 93, of Prescott, Ariz., born Jan. 7, 1918, in Baranow, Poland, passed away Aug. 7, 2011.
Services will be 11 a.m. Aug. 18, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Prescott, Ariz.
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Lorraine Therese Elfenbein
Lorraine was born July 7, 1932, in Lowell, Mass., the daughter of Louis and Jeannette (Letendre) Grandchamp. In 1942, her family moved to Hartford, Conn., and then back to Lowell, Mass., in 1945 after the war. She worked in her parents' variety store for five years.
Lorraine graduated from parochial schools, which laid the foundation for her faith.
She married the love of her life, Edward L. Elfenbein, on Sept. 28, 1957.
Lorraine was a civil service typist for seven years. Lorraine also attended Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, Calif., where she obtained membership in Psi Beta, the national honors society for psychology, in which she majored in community college.
Lorraine volunteered for several Catholic organizations including schools and hospitals. She enjoyed oil painting, reading, camping, writing, singing, target shooting and listening to music. She also enjoyed cycling, hiking and distance running, and had participated in several half marathons. She hiked and saw the beauty of God's world in the United States, Canada and Switzerland. Lorraine was a member of Societé Francaise de Prescott and volunteered in the dementia unit at the VA nursing home for four years.
Lorraine is survived by her husband Ed of Prescott, Ariz., and children Kurt Jon, Karl Lee and Denise Ann. She is also survived by her sister Colette (Joseph) Ross, as well as several nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Dr. Gilbert Grandchamp.
A celebration of Lorraine's life and funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott
The family suggests contributions be made in Lorraine's name to the Northern Arizona V.A. Medical Center Volunteer Service Office, 500 N. Highway 89, Prescott, AZ 86313.
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Wayne Picard
Wayne Picard, 88, of Prescott, Ariz., born March 29, 1923, in Williston, N.D., passed away Aug. 25, 2011.
Services will be 10 a.m. Aug. 31, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, Ariz.
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Gerald Patrick Moore
Pat Moore, 76, passed away on Aug. 25, 2011. He was born on St. Patrick's Day 1935, and has always gone by his middle name. Pat was born in New York City, N.Y., and moved as a boy to Tucson, where his three children were later born.
He brought the family to San Diego in 1964 and lived in Southern California until 2006 when he and wife Patti returned to his beloved Arizona.
Pat loved Prescott! He loved dressing in Western attire, loved sitting on the deck of his home communing with God and nature (and a good cigar!). He was an active member of the Sunrise Lions Club until his illness made it too difficult to attend. Becoming Sheriff of the Prescott Corral of Westerners International was one of his proudest moments.
Pat is survived by his beloved wife of 25 years, Patti; three children, Gary, Jeff and Kimmy; and seven amazing grandchildren, Cameron, Breanna, Sarah, Michael, Ryan, Anastasia and Acacia. His former daughter-in-law, Dena Moore, and former sister-in-law Debbi Mercado were a big part of his and Patti's life and provided much love and support through the years.
Pat was a charismatic, gun-toting intellectual conservative with an unyielding attitude on free-market economics. But he will be remembered most for his positive spirit and will be greatly missed by his many friends and his family.
A funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, at Sacred Heart Parish Church, 150 Fleury Ave. in Prescott.
A celebration of his life will take place at 2 p.m. Oct. 1, 2011, at Thumb Butte Park.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted with final arrangements. Visit Pat's guestbook at www.ruffnerwakelin.com.
The family would like to thank the angels at Mallory House hospice for their wonderful care during Pat's final hours.
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Amalia (Molly) Angelina (Lira) Slagle
Molly went home to the Lord, who was her light and salvation, on Aug. 26, 2011. She was born on Aug. 8, 1932, in Gallup, N.M. She was 79.
In 1940, she moved to Arizona, where she later worked as a legal secretary for many years. After retiring, Molly enjoyed being a homemaker and spending time with her family and friends. She was happiest when cooking large family dinners for holidays and birthdays. She was an active member of St. Germaine's Catholic Church in Prescott Valley.
Molly was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Howard O. Slagle; and brother Victor Lira. She is survived by her daughters Angela Bevins, Cynthia Aurzada, and Catherine Weber; son Robert Hodge; brother Angelo Lira; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott, Ariz. The funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, with burial to follow at the Mountain View Cemetery, Prescott.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Good Samaritan Society, Prescott Hospice (Marley House), in Molly's memory.
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Services entrusted to Heritage Memory Mortuary.
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Jean Elaine Howell Perry
Jean Elaine Howell Perry died Aug. 26, 2011, in Prescott, Ariz. She was born on April 14, 1925, in Akron, Ohio; the daughter of Dr. John W. and Hattie K. Howell.
Her family moved to Phoenix, Ariz., in 1941. Jean attended St. Mary's High School, graduating in 1943, where she made many life time friends. Jean attended Arizona State Teachers College, now known as ASU. She was a true Tempe Bull Dog, she was captain of both the girls basketball team and the swimming team, and also one of the three original cheer squad members.
In 1948, Jean met James Watt Perry, who remained the love of her life for 61 years. They were married Dec. 10, 1949, at Brophy Chapel in Phoenix.
Jean is survived by her husband, Jim; sons Jeffrey and Scott; daughters Lindy and Jody; four grandsons; five granddaughters; and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by sons Bruce and Patrick.
Jean was a devoted wife, mother and friend. She made everyone around her feel loved and special. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix, Ariz.
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Robert E. Holleran
Robert E. Holleran (Bob) of Prescott, Ariz., was born in Port Jefferson, N.Y., on Sept. 7, 1968, and died in Phoenix, Ariz., on Sept. 4, 2011.
Robert graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va., in 1989 with a BA in psychology.
Bob had a successful career in insurance sales, but decided after several years that he would feel more fulfilled working in the healthcare field.
At the time of his death, Bob was working as a home health aide. His patients constantly praised him for his care and compassion.
Many of Bob's friends speak highly of his fondness for and amazing ability to communicate with children.
Bob is still caring for us - from a safer place.
Robert is survived by his mother, Eileen; brother James; sisters Mary Hennessee, Sheila Banks and Leslie Holleran Henderson; and 10 nieces and nephews.
A memorial mass will be at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Bob may be made to the KMH Save the Children Foundation, 1998 Prescott Lakes Parkway #133, Prescott, AZ 86301. The tax-exempt number is 52-23887271.
The KMH Foundation works to help children who have been sexually abused.
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Audrey C. Meader
Audrey C. Meader (Carpenter), age 85, recently of Prescott, Ariz., died Oct. 16, 2011, at the home of her daughter in Lockport, Ill., with her family by her side. Her final days were spent talking with family and friends that she had touched in many ways throughout her very memorable life.
She was born Dec. 17, 1925, in Joliet, Ill. Audrey graduated from Streator High School and was Valedictorian for the Class of 1943. She graduated from the Chicago Wesley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Northwestern University. After graduating, Audrey met and married William A. Meader in Streator, Ill., in 1947 and moved to Champaign-Urbana, where William completed a Masters Degree at the University of Illinois. She was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Prescott, Ariz. Her interests included family, gardening, hiking in the mountains, pets, politics, religion, watching the Arizona Diamondback baseball games, and playing competitive Scrabble with her family.
Mrs. Meader is survived by her two daughters, Diane (Richard) Meader Schenk of Lockport, Ill. and Carol A. Meader of Shorewood, Ill.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and many special friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband Bill, her parents, and by her four flower sisters, Lois, Marjorie, Eileen and Mary Lou, and two brothers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at St. Joseph Church, 5th and Jefferson streets, Lockport, Ill. Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, immediately following Mass.
Arrangements by O'Neil Funeral Home and Heritage Crematory, 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, Ill., 815-838-5010.
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Felix Pareja
Felix Pareja, 68, was called to his eternal reward at 9:50 p.m. Thursday Nov. 3, at Marley Hospice House with his family by his side. He was born on Dec. 9, 1942, in Oakland, Calif., to Ben and Minnie.
Felix was raised in the Verde Valley, Ariz., spent 10 years in Holbrook, Ariz., and then moved to Prescott, Ariz., in 1979. He made a career in the lumber industry and influenced the path of many along the way. Felix was a loving and caring family man. His family was his first love, with sports being a close second.
Felix is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Barbara; sons Michael (Mary) and Felix (Brandi), all of Prescott; daughter Nikki of Phoenix; six grandsons, Ben, Jonnie, Josh, Mike, Isaac and Jacob; granddaughters Jessica and Cassie; great-granddaughter Selena; brother Benjamin and sister Sally Sterrett, both of Camp Verde; sister Doris of Eureka, Calif.; and numerous extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his beloved father and mother and brother, Michael.
A visitation and rosary will be at Hampton Funeral Home, 240 S. Cortez St., Prescott, on Nov. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. A celebration of Felix's life will take place on Nov. 11 at Sacred Heart Church on Flurry Street at 11 a.m.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhome.com to sign Felix's guestbook.
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John D. Lamon
John D. Lamon died Nov. 6, 2011, at the Marley House in Prescott, Ariz. He was born Nov. 4, 1932, in Chicago, Ill., the son of James and Mildred (Mount) Lamon.
John had many roles in his life, including his starring roles as an actor and a director, but his passions were being a teacher and helping those in need.
John was in college at St. Mary's when he was called home to help his family when his brother James died as a casualty of the Korean Conflict. He and Midge provided a loving and consistent home for his parents in their later years and for his niece and nephews. He completed his BS at Loyola University of Chicago and his MA at DePaul. He taught in the inner-city schools of Chicago for 33 years.
He fulfilled his creative side as an equity actor in musical theater in Chicago and with the Prescott Fine Arts Association, and combined both his roles by being the director of the Chicago Theater in the Streets program.
He was ordained a Deacon in the Joliet Diocese in 1989. He was assigned to Sacred Heart when they moved here in 1991, being on senior status after his 75th birthday. He was honored in 2009 with being the first recipient of the YRMC Ray Roller Chaplain of the Year Award.
Lead supporting star was his wife of 52 years, Margaret "Midge." Other cast members include his eight nephews and one niece and a cast of many who will miss the man who was always "Suspiciously Well" and knew "the best was yet to come."
Scripture rosary will be 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, with visitation at 5 p.m. The funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Final commendation and farewell will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Chicago, Ill.
The family suggests memorials to St. Vincent de Paul, c/o Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Dolores Fox Miller
Dolores Fox Miller, 97, of Prescott, Ariz., born April 3, 1914, in DePere, Wis., passed away Nov. 22, 2011.
Services will be 11 a.m. Dec. 5, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott.
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Barbara Schwab Gray
Barbara Schwab Gray died Nov. 30, 2011, after a courageous battle with leukemia at the Marley House in Prescott. She was born July 8, 1940, the daughter of Charles Marshall and Dorothy Marie (McGee) Schwab in Joliet, Ill. Barbara was 71 years old.
Don and Barbara were married Sept. 1, 1962; although they were both flying with Caribair in Puerto Rico, they met at a party at the pilots' beach-house in December and by January, Don was already infatuated with Barbara and remained so for all their years together.
Barbara was an excellent seamstress, making clothes for the whole family, even tailoring a pair of slacks for Don. She was a proficient gardener, with Don doing the heavy lifting and rototilling when they lived in Idaho, with its very short 60- to 90-day growing season. They would eat home-grown produce out of the freezer through April. Barbara became an expert weaver and spinner after moving to Prescott. She took a course at Yavapai College and joined the Prescott Weavers and Spinners. Her crowning achievement was a beautiful blue-green cape. Barbara was proudest of her children.
Barbara is survived by Don; daughter Kathryn (Robert) Hoellen of Spooner, Wis.; son Eric (Kim) Gray of Danville, Calif.; three grandsons; one granddaughter; four sisters; and two brothers.
Rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury, with a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m.
Final commendation and farewell will be 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 19, at Prescott National Cemetery.
The family suggests memorials to Good Samaritan Society, Marley House, 1065 Ruth St., Prescott, AZ 86301.
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Walter Lee Dickison, Jr.
Born in Prescott, Ariz., in 1931 to Walter and Easter Dickison, Walter was born as a third-generation Arizona pioneer ranching family. Walter (Walt) grew up with his sister Nona in Prescott. He attended Prescott schools and graduated high school. Walter joined the Air Force in 1949 and was stationed at Grenier Air Force Base in Manchester, N.H., where he was trained in Morse code and radio operation for the signal corps. Walt was deployed to Korea from March 1952 to February 1953 and was one of the Mosquitos in the 6147th Tactical Air Control Squadron. Walt returned stateside to George Air Force Base in Victorville, Calif., and was honorably discharged in November 1953.
While still in the Air Force, Walt married the love of his life, Barbara June Robertson, on Aug. 16, 1953. Walt worked several jobs in Prescott including working for the City of Prescott at the police desk before joining the Arizona Department of Transportation, where he worked for 31 years before retiring in 1987. During his career at ADOT, Walt recalled doing everything from working brush, fixing potholes, and building fences, but he most remembered long hours plowing snow every winter and being the full-time truck driver of the Prescott unit's 18-wheeler flatbed equipment transport truck.
Walt is survived by his wife Barbara of 58 years; son Ralph and daughter-in-law Mickey; daughter Linda Burton and son-in-law Steve; and daughter Laura Bender and son-in-law Jim. He is also survived by grandchildren Kris Bender, Thomas and Michael Burton, Nathan Dickison, Brian Dickison and his wife Jen, and Katie Gibbons and her husband John.
Walt was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The family wishes to thank the Hospice Family Care Inc. and their special caregivers for wonderful care and heartfelt compassion during Walt's final weeks.
A military honor service will be at Prescott National Cemetery Columbarium 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.
Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home assisted the family. Please visit and sign Walter's guestbook at www.ruffnerwakelin.com.
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Mike Lucero, Sr.
Mike Lucero, 76, a longtime Prescott, Ariz., resident, passed away Dec. 26, 2011.
He was born Nov. 30, 1935, in Los Lentes, N.M., outside Albuquerque. His family moved to Safford, Ariz., when he was 11. Mike proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He married his wife Mary in Duncan, Ariz., on Aug. 1, 1959. Mike and Mary together had two children, Elizabeth and Mike Jr. After leaving the Air Force, Mike worked for Magma Copper Mines in San Manuel, Ariz., for 16 years. He and his family then moved to Prescott where he was employed by the United States Postal Service for nearly 30 years, most of those years as a window clerk in the downtown office. He serviced Prescott residents and was fondly called "Mr. Post Office" by many long-time locals. Mike is remembered for his excellent dedication and service to his customers.
Mike retired early to care for his wife, who became gravely ill in 1997. He became a dedicated caregiver for the next 14 years until his own health gave way. He became the consummate example of a loving spouse.
Mike loved nature, the Prescott forest, and politics, and had a deep faith in God. He possessed a great sense of humor, high intellect and a generous heart for the poor. He will be remembered as a fun and loving father.
He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers. He is survived by four brothers; his wife of 52 years, Mary; his daughter Elizabeth (Jeff) Henning; and son Mike Jr.
Services were at Sacred Heart Parish. Donations may be made to Hospice Family Care, 3195 Stillwater Drive, Prescott, AZ 86305.
Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
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Denis R. Dalke
Denis R. Dalke
March 8, 1938 - Jan. 5, 2012
Family and friends are mourning the loss of Denis R. Dalke. He died peacefully at his home on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012, at the age of 73 with his family by his side. He fought a courageous battle with cancer.
Denis was born in Tracy, Minn., to Victor L. Dalke and Dorothy E. (Krueger) Dalke, the second son of five children. The family moved to Prescott, Ariz., when Denis was three years of age. He attended St. Joseph's Academy, graduating in 1956. He became a sheet metal journeyman in 1962. He worked for various heating and air conditioning companies over the years, Glau Gas Co., HAVCO, Adobe Air, Temp Control and Yavapai Plumbing & Electrical. He retired from YPE in 2006.
He had many varied interests during his lifetime. He taught hunter education safety to many youths and adults in Yavapai county. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Sheet Metal Workers of America and was a member and a chief of the Smoki People. If something was broken or would not work, he was always able to get it repaired. He was innovative and gifted in plying his trade. He loved to fish and especially hunt. He was always looking forward to the next hunting season.
Denis is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sharon; and his three children Denise (Manuel) Heredia of Prescott Valley, Grant Dalke of Mesa and Camille (Scott) Johnson of Tucson; three grandchildren, Trevor, Simon and Delilah Johnson. He is also survived by brothers Carter Dalke of Sun Valley, Nev., Vincent Dalke of Prescott; sisters Catherine Hartin of Apache Junction and Rita Crawford of Tempe; plus numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Drew; and his parents.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent to Hospice Family Care, 100 Sheldon St., Prescott, AZ 86301.
A funeral mass will be at the Sacred Heart Church, Flurry Ave., on Friday, Jan. 13, 2012 at 11 a.m.
You are invited to log onto www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign Denis' guest book, share a memory with the family and view a tribute to him.
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Robert M. Rincon, Sr.
Robert M. Rincon Sr. of Prescott Valley, Ariz., loving husband and father, went home to join our Lord on Jan. 12, 2012, after a hard battle with liver cancer. Robert was born on Nov. 5, 1941, in Jerome, Ariz.
Robert earned his living as an underground miner most of his life until he moved to Kingman, Ariz. For the next 20 years Robert was a motel manager until he retired and moved to Prescott, Ariz. Robert spent his days enjoying fishing, carving and painting his wooden crafts.
Robert is survived by his wife of 42 years, Carmen; sons Robert Jr. and Alvin; brother Joe Rincon; and sisters Pauline Schubert and Patricia Lomeli.
Robert is preceded in death by his father Jesus and his mother Margaret.
A celebration of Robert's life will be on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, with a family viewing at 10 a.m. and a Mass at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Prescott.
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Phyllis Ann Rizzo
Phyllis Ann Rizzo, 73, of Prescott, Ariz., passed away at Yavapai Regional Medical Center on Jan. 25, 2012, after her work on Earth was done. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Nov. 2, 1938, to Thaddeus and Ann Czolba.
She was preceded in death in 1995 by her husband of 37 years, Robert Rizzo.
Phyllis was the foundation of her family and showed by example what it meant to be a hard worker. She retired as a Co-Dependency Counselor in Phoenix and moved to Prescott in 2002 to live with her daughter's family. Her favorite pastime was visiting her family who lived out of state.
Phyllis was also preceded in death by her son Jeffrey Rizzo in 1999; her grandson Dustin Rizzo; and her brother Allen. She is survived by her children, Rene Patrick (John deceased), Robert Rizzo (Pam), Cheryl DiLazzaro (John) and David Rizzo (Della). She is also survived by her siblings, Anna Marie Pasquarelle (Al), Audrey Daves (Herb), David Czolba and Doug Czolba (Anita); and sister-in-law Alice. Phyllis is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. One of Phyllis's great joys were her little dogs Sandy and Pebbles.
We will be celebrating Phyllis's life with a viewing from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012, at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 30, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury St., Prescott, Ariz., with burial to follow at National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, Ariz., at 23029 N. Cave Creek Road. Graveside services will commence after the arrival of the funeral party at the cemetery.
Phyllis was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.
Services entrusted to Heritage Memory Mortuary, Prescott. For Phyllis' online guestbook, please visit www.heritagemortuary.com.
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Ernestine Frances Bishop
Ernestine Frances Bishop, 60, of Prescott, Ariz., born Jan. 30, 1952, in Prescott, Ariz., died Jan. 30, 2012, in Prescott, Ariz. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, at Heritage Memory Mortuary, 131 Grove Ave., Prescott, Ariz.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott, Ariz. Burial will follow at Mt. View Cemetery, Prescott, Ariz.
Arrangements by Heritage Memory Mortuary.
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