Died peacefully in her Phoenix home October 2, 2016 of natural causes. She was 99. Born in Humboldt, AZ. on February 18, 1917 she moved to Phoenix, where she entered St. Joseph’s nursing school in 1936, graduating in 1939. After graduation she worked as a nurse. During World War II she worked briefly for six months at Goodyear Aircraft assembling war planes. She returned to the nursing profession working on and off for 30 years at Maricopa County General Hospital as a supervisory nurse, until she finally retired in January, 1983. She was married to John Ainsa in September, 1940 until his passing in February, 1977. She loved traveling, visiting with family and going to the movies. She especially loved assembling jigsaw puzzles. She is survived by her only son, Dale Ainsa. Visitation will be Monday, October 10 from 5-9 P.M. and a Funeral Service Tuesday, October 11 at 11 A.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E Indian School Rd., Phoenix.
Mary Zielinski Sprinkle
So sorry for your loss Dale. I have many fond memories of her growing up next door. Love, Mary Zielinski Sprinkle
Carol and Gary Curry
Dale,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother had quite the career in Nursing. I wasn’t aware that she had worked at Goodyear assembling war planes during WW II. Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Carol and Gary Curry
Andy Albert
Dale, I am so sorry for your loss! I have such fond memories of times we spent with your Mom. Please know that we are praying for you.
Dennis and Margie Haley
Dale, we are so sorry for your loss. I always looked up to your mom and dad as we grew up next door to you. What fun times we all had. They were both great people. I know she will be missed.
Love, Dennis and Margie Haley
Ed Weske
Dale, always respected your family. 23rd St was a wonderful neighborhood to grow up in.
John Meyer
Rest in Peace. Dale we are cousins through your father’s family.