LEVISON, ROBERT DAVID
October 29, 2009
Levison, Robert David, D.M.D.
50, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away and went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ, on October 24, 2009. Robert grew up in Phoenix, attending Ingleside Elementary School, and Arcadia High School where he played on the football team and was awarded homecoming king. After graduating from the University of Colorado at Boulder, he received his dental degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He practiced dentistry for many years in Phoenix. His generous heart was apparent at an early age when he donated all his earnings from his paper route to the Jerry Lewis Telethon fundraiser. His giving to others was ever present in his life, and he was always willing to help others. Robert loved plants and was a master gardener. He is survived by his parents, Dr. Charles and Helen Levison; sister, Cindy Paul (Chuck); brothers, William Levison (Asli) and Dr. Jeffrey Levison; four nieces and one nephew; and Linda Owens, the love of his life. Memorial Service will be held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3641 N. 56th Street, Phoenix, AZ, on Friday, October 30, at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Parkinson’s Foundation, 550 W. Thomas, Suite 720, Phoenix, AZ 85013, or your favorite charity.
KEHOE, THOMAS MICHAEL, III
October 29, 2009
Kehoe III, Thomas M.
60, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, went to heaven to be with God on October 27th. Thomas Kehoe was born on November 27, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois. He served two tours for his country during the Vietnam War (1967-1969). His first tour was with the A Company 35th Infantry Army Regiment, and his second tour was with the C Troop 1/9 Cavalry. Tom was a recipient of the Purple Heart, 2 Bronze Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal Air Crewman Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was employed by the City of Phoenix Fire Department. He also worked for the City of Scottsdale as a fire mechanic. Tom was involved in The Knights of Columbus. Tom is survived by his wife, Teresa Kehoe, daughters Cheryl Ray and Christina Kehoe, grand children, Allison and Christopher Ray, as well as his sister, Joan Wencel and brother, Jerry Kehoe, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm, with a Rosary at 7:00 pm, Sunday, November 1, 2009 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road. Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, Monday, November 2, 2009 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 7655 E. Main Street, Scottsdale followed by Interment at 1:30 at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Salvation Army, 2707 E. Van Buren, Phx., AZ 85008, St. Mary Food Bank, 2841 N. 31st Ave, Phx., AZ 85009 or St. Vincent de Paul Society, P. O. Box 13600, Phx., AZ 85002 in memory of Thomas Kehoe.
BENITO, DOLORES
October 28, 2009
Benito, Dolores, R.
86, of Phoenix, Arizona, an Arizona resident born in Tempe to the late Conception Robles and Benito Robles. Born August 9, 1923 passed away October 25, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Beloved mother to Ernie Martinez, Rufino Dominguez, Richard Dominguez (Dolores), and Bennie Benito. Loving sister to Concepcion Acedo, Priscella Bruni, Yolanda Navarro, Belia Medina; Julia Martinez, Benny & Gilbert Robles. Beloved Nana to 14 Grandchildren, 26 Great-Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great Grandchild. Loving aunt to many nieces, nephews and good friend to many. She will always be missed. Visitation will be from 9:00 -10:00 am, with a Rosary at 10:00 am, and Funeral Mass at 11:00 am, Friday, October 30, 2009 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 3424 N. 18th Avenue, Phoenix. Interment immediately following at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4550 E. Bell Rd, Phx., AZ 85032 or Hospice of the Valley, 2601 E. Pierce St., Phx., AZ 85008
MADAY, MARIA P.
October 27, 2009
Maday, Maria P.
Beloved wife of Willliam; loving mother of Christopher, Mary and Monica; grandmother of Zaryn; sister of Neill and Robert.
First coordinator of St. Joseph Faith and Light Community. Scripture Service at 7:00 pm, Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road. Funeral Mass at 10:00 am, Friday, November 6, 2009, at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix.
Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
HARRINGTON, MARGARET O.
October 27, 2009
Born December 13, 1929 in St. Paul Minnesota
Died October 25, 2009, Scottsdale, AZ
Interment – Mendota, MN
CUNNINGHAM, TERESA ALICE
October 26, 2009
Born September 6, 1949, Glendale, CA
Died October 19, 2009, Glendale, AZ
O’CONNELL, GABRIEL JOSEPH
October 22, 2009
Gabriel Joseph O’Connell,
84, of Phoenix, AZ left us on October 20, 2009. Formerly of Lost Nation, Iowa, Gabe is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marilyn, children Mona (Mike) Smith, Kelly and Danny; 6 grandchildren: Morgan, Adrienne and Kimberly Smith, Joseph O’Connell and Grace and Sloane O’Connell, and one brother, Richard T. O’Connell of South Carolina. Gabe served with pride in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific during W.W.II and received an honorary discharge in June 1946. He attended St. Ambrose College in Davenport, IA and graduated from University of Iowa with a degree in Business. A hard worker his entire life, he was actually given 4 retirement parties, only to show up for work again the following Monday. He officially retired just 2 weeks before he passed away. Being Iowa friendly, his friends and family will miss his knack for storytelling. A Memorial Mass will be at 10:30 AM, Saturday, October 24, 2009 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 3424 N. 18th Ave., Phoenix with a reception immediately following at the Smith Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ.
BENAVIDEZ, VICKIE R.
October 20, 2009
55, returned to the loving arms of the Lord and to her mother waiting at the gates of Heaven on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Vickie is survived by her daughter Mary Benavidez, son Ernesto Benavidez, Jr., grandchildren Hatcher, Candice, Tykeishia, and Dalayzjia Day, Charles Briggs, Nathan Benavidez, and husband Ernest Benavidez, Sr. She is also survived by her twin brother Ricky Ruiz, brothers Gilbert Ruiz, Ysidro Aragon, Jr., and Orlando Aragon, sisters Catherine Hernandez, Mercy Amaro, Virginia “Sheila” Olguin, Barbara Aragon, Cecelia Cervantes, and her stepfather Ysidro Aragon, Sr. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary Frances Aragon and Jose Maria Ruiz, and her brothers Christopher Aragon and Joseph Ruiz. Vickie will be missed by her entire family and all of her friends. Visitation will be from 5:00-9:00 pm, with a Rosary at 7:00 pm, Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, October 23, 2009 at St. Agnes Church located at 1954 N. 24th St.
RIVERA, ANTHONY
October 20, 2009
Born December 7, 1952, Phoenix, AZ
Died October 19, 2009, Phoenix AZ
Visitation 9:00 am, Thursday, October 22, 2009 followed by a
Graveside Service at 10:45 am, at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery,
2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix.
BECKEMEYER, LOUISE CRESS
October 20, 2009
Born July 31, 1916, Nokomis, IL
Died October 19, 2009, Phoenix, AZ