Obituaries
John Dominic Sucato, Sr.
Jul 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of John Dominic Sucato, Sr. ~ March 12, 1941 – July 9, 2025
John Dominic Sucato, Sr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, on March 12, 1941, John lived a life centered around family, love, and enduring strength.
John was...
Anita Alice Cruz
Jul 8, 2025
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anita Alice Cruz, who departed peacefully in her home on July 8, 2025, at the age of 54. She was surrounded by her loving daughter and sister. Heaven has truly gained the most beautiful angel. Born on November 17, 1970, to Vivian and Victor Cruz. Anita...
Thomas Colvin Lathrop
Jul 4, 2025
Thomas Colvin Lathrop
June 2, 1934 – July 4, 2025
Thomas Colvin Lathrop passed peacefully on July 4, 2025, surrounded by family. Tom’s life was marked by service, adventure, and love for family and friends.
Born on June 2, 1934, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tom was the youngest of four boys born to Floyd and Frieda Lathrop. Tom earned a degree in Business Administration...
Angel Gilardo Gamboa Serrano
Jul 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Angel Gilardo Gamboa Serrano
April 1, 2004 – July 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Angel Gilardo Gamboa Serrano, who left this world far too soon on July 3, 2025, at the age of 21.
Angel was born on April 1, 2004, to Gildardo Gamboa and Leonor Serrano. He was a beloved son, a cherished...
Joseph Alfred Longo, Jr.
Jul 3, 2025
Dr. Joseph (Joe) Alfred Longo, Jr., 90, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on July 3, 2025.
Joe was born on October 19, 1934, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Mary (Oddo) and Joseph A Longo, Sr., M.D.
Joe graduated from Creighton Preparatory High School in 1951. He continued his education at Creighton University and University of Nebraska Lincoln. Following his passion for helping others,...
Bryce Willard Smith, Sr.
Jul 2, 2025
Bryce Willard Smith Sr. was born on April 03 1967 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was the 4th son of Daniella Fulcher-Smith and the First and only biological son of Willard L Smith. Bryce loved going to church as he was a member of Pilgrims Rest. Bryce attended the school for Creative Performing Arts in Cincinnati. In his early adult years...
Pamela Jo Vintila
Jul 2, 2025
Pamela Jo Vintila, born May 9, 1945 and died July 2, 2025. Beloved daughter of Peter John Vintila and Josephine Jeorse Vintila both deceased. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Josette and George Lund and her nephew Jeorse Lund. Pam was born in East Chicago, Indiana and received her BA and MA in Elementary Education from Arizona State...
Simon Silvas Navarro
Jul 2, 2025
Simon Silvas Navarro was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 9, 1940, to Josephine Silvas and Simon Carillo Navarro. He grew up in the Marcos de Niza Projects, attended Lowell Elementary School, and graduated from Phoenix Union High School, where he excelled as a member of the cross country team. After graduation, he attended Phoenix College, and in 1960, he...
Dr. Mary Jean Connell
Jul 1, 2025
Dr. Mary Jean Connell, a devoted physician, educator, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully after a five-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 66.
Mary was born in Phoenix, Arizona to Gaston and Jean Connell, the fifth of six children. A bright and energetic child, Mary was full of curiosity and wonder from the start. She excelled in academics and...
Dimitrios Antonios Zannis
Jun 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dimitrios Antonios Zannis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, who left us peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 83.
Dimitrios was born on May 29, 1942, in the village of Kourounia on the island of Chios, Greece. At a young age, he left the beauty and comfort of...
Ruth Ellen Frederickson
Jun 29, 2025
Ruth Ellen Frederickson
February 8, 1933 – June 29, 2025
Ruth Ellen Frederickson, 92, passed away peacefully (COPD) at home in Paradise Valley on June 29th, 2025, surrounded by her family, Hospice of the Valley, and Chaplain Ruth.
Born on February 8th, 1933, at 5:35 a.m. in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, Ruth grew up with a deep love for learning and connection. She graduated from...
Robert Jeffery "Jeff" Hall
Jun 28, 2025
Robert Jeffery Hall, "Jeff" was born on 1 January 1958 in Cincinnati. He was the second son of Bobby and Blanche Brinkley and the late Daniella Fulcher-Smith. Although not an avid church goer, he was raised in the Catholic church. After high school, Jeff enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 2 March 1976 until his retirement on...
Edmundo Castillo
Jun 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Edmundo Castillo
Beloved Husband, Dad & Tata
Edmundo Castillo, born on April 22,1940 a devoted husband, proud father, cherished Tata, treasured Tio and friend, passed away surrounded by love at his family home on June 28, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, wisdom, and unwavering devotion.
Edmundo honorably served in the Army National Guard, demonstrating the same...
Martha Mary Fisher
Jun 27, 2025
Martha Mary Fisher (Koors) age 88 died at 9:05am on Friday June 27, 2025, peacefully at home in Phoenix Arizona. She was born on August 4, 1936, in Milhousen, Indiana. While in High School she worked at Tipton Hospital as a nurse’s aide until graduating 12th grade.
Martha had to move to Arizona in 1954 at the age of 18 because...
Carole Patricia Kolbeck
Jun 26, 2025
Carole Patricia (LaSota) Kolbeck, 77, died peacefully June 26, 2025, in Phoenix. Carole was born May 13, 1948, in Paterson, New Jersey to John and Patti LaSota. She relocated to Arizona in September 1953 with her parents, one sister (Gail) and one brother (Jack). Another sister, Beverly, came along in 1958.
Carole attended Scottsdale grade schools (K – 3, 7 –...
Jay C. Snow
Jun 26, 2025
Jay C Snow, 81, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on June 26, 2025. He was born and raised in Yuma, Arizona. He spent a number of years in Washington state before landing in Phoenix, AZ in the 80’s, where he now resides.
Jay was an independent, strong-willed, boisterous man. Jay was a Romantic - both in the business world and...
Jeannine Avice Colombi
Jun 25, 2025
Jeannine Avice Colombi, 85, of Dana Point, CA passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025.
She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Jeannine is survived by her husband, Vince, son Rod, and her two grandchildren Bianca and Talia. She was preceded in death by her baby daughter Rhonda who died in 1959 and lies in rest at St. Francis Catholic...
Martha D. Clifford
Jun 24, 2025
Martha “Marti” Diane Clifford of Phoenix passed away peacefully June 24, 2025. Marti was born September 15, 1940 in Mobile, Alabama to Edmond and Verna Jane` and was the eldest daughter of nine children. Marti was married to Darrell Walton in 1959 and had 4 children Kelley, Debbie, Jeffrey and Krissy. In 1981, she met and married Bud Clifford and...
Danny Manoz Balady
Jun 23, 2025
Danny Manoz Balady, 70, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Danny served honorably in the United States Marine Corps, achieving the rank of Warrant Officer. His military service defined much of his life, reflecting his dedication, strength, and commitment.
He was a son, father, brother, and grandfather - roles he carried with quiet dignity....
Mary Ann "Tudy" Schiffbauer
Jun 22, 2025
Mary Ann “Tudy” Schiffbauer was born January 17, 1933, and passed away on Corpus Christi Sunday, June 22, 2025, age 92.
The youngest of eleven children, she was born in Lindsay, Nebraska, to Frank and Marie Pfeifer and grew up on their farm.
She graduated from St. Francis High School in Humphrey, NE. She married William Leroy Schiffbauer, of Norfolk, NE.
Her first...
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