Obituaries
Robert Joseph Kelly
Jun 8, 2025
Robert (Bob) Joseph Kelly, 79, died peacefully on June 8, 2025, after entering hospice care in April. Born June 2, 1946, in Brooklyn, NY, Bob was very proud of his beginnings and carried his love for Brooklyn in his heart all his life. Bob attended the Catholic Parish School, the Jesuit high school Brooklyn Prep, and received his undergraduate degree...
John Anthony Rist
Jun 7, 2025
On Saturday June 7, 2025, the world lost one of the most kind, loving and generous men. John “Jack” Rist, 85, passed away in Scottsdale, AZ surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Beatrice Rist, his aunt Sister Marie Paul and his oldest daughter Tricia. He is survived by his wife Judi,...
Maria Cristina Gerardo
Jun 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Maria Cristina Gerardo
1956 – 2025 Maria Cristina (Hinojosa) Gerardo, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6th, in Mansfield, TX, cradled in the arms of her four daughters and her devoted husband, Jose. In life and in passing, she remained our North Star—forever guiding, forever loved, forever cherished.
Born in 1956 in Phoenix, Arizona, Cristina was the...
Edward William Wintergalen
Jun 5, 2025
Edward (Ed) William Wintergalen passed away peacefully at home on June 5, 2025, at the age of 88.
Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, he attended St. Louis University High School and later St. Louis University. Upon graduating with an industrial engineering degree, he began his career with American Air Filter - a role that took him across the country...
Barbara M. Navarro
Jun 4, 2025
Barbara Maria Navarro passed away peacefully after a long and brave battle with cancer on June 4, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by Gary Blake, her loving husband of 47 years. She is also survived by her sisters Janet Navarro (Todd Noble) and Janice Navarro, sister-in-law Denise Lentz (Carl), brother-in-law Richard Blake, and her aunt,...
Lois Joanne Sakkas
Jun 3, 2025
Lois Joanne Oie Sakkas passed away at the age of 86 on June 3rd, 2025 in her home, lovingly surrounded by her family, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Lois was born on February 18, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Mildred (Bunnell) and John Oie. She grew up in Wood Dale, Illinois, the eldest sister to Alice and Kay. After...
Pedro García Barron
Jun 2, 2025
Pedro García Barron departed this world surrounded by his loved ones in Phoenix, Arizona. Though we grieve deeply, we take comfort in knowing he is now resting in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Pedro was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, into a large family of six. His childhood was marked by hardship, growing up with limited resources in...
Dr. William "Bill" Bohnert
Jun 2, 2025
Dr. William “Bill” Bohnert, 85, died peacefully in Phoenix, AZ, on June 2nd, 2025, with family by his side.
Born in 1940 to Victor “PeeWee” and Lucille Bohnert in Jasper, IN, Bill was instilled with the midwestern values of family, hard work, education, kindness, and service. After excelling in high school athletics, he attended Indiana University (IU), where he joined Sigma...
Frances P. Taylor
Jun 1, 2025
Frances P. Taylor, 60, passed away on June 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Phoenix, Arizona on October 2, 1964, to Lupe Pisano.
She was married to Gary Taylor for 44 years. Frances was devoted to her 8 children, 29 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. She loved outings with her family and planning parties for her grandchildren.
Frances...
Maureen Ann Kempton
Jun 1, 2025
Maureen Ann Kempton passed away at 83 on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born July 18, 1941, in Montpellier, Vermont. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology from C.W. Post College. Maureen was a decorated New York City Police Detective serving in both Homicide and Sex Crimes during her tenure. She also served as an investigator for...
Elizabeth Marie "Betty" Rice
Jun 1, 2025
Elizabeth Marie Rice (Betty) was born on August 16, 1929, in Canton, Ohio. She passed away on June 1, 2025. Betty was the daughter of Bruno and Anna Chirumbolo, and the second youngest of sixteen siblings. She lived in Phoenix, Arizona, in the same home for over 50 years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Rice Sr., and...
Peter J. Bjorklund
May 29, 2025
Peter J. Bjorklund passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, one day shy of his 61st birthday. Peter was born with Down’s Syndrome and was loved deeply by all who knew him. He attained neither high office nor high net worth, yet few could resist his gentle spirit, joy for life, and loving smile. He enjoyed bowling, dancing to Country...
Richard Earl Jackson
May 27, 2025
Richard Earl Jackson 79 of Scottsdale AZ passed away May 27, 2025 from heart failure. Richard was born Nov 12 1946 in Riverside Ca to parents Jesse James Jackson and Candace Roxie (Taylor) Jackson. Richard grew up in Riverside, he enjoyed all sports and baseball was his favorite sport to watch and play. Known affectionately by his family as "Dicky"...
Bret William Burleson
May 27, 2025
On the morning of May 27th, 2025, Bret passed away unexpectedly from natural causes. Bret, age 51, was born in Annapolis, MD, to Sarah Burleson. Though his homestead was in Spring Lake, NC, Bret traveled extensively doing the work he loved. His impact on the drilling community was profound, and he received much recognition as a beloved mentor.
He is survived...
Edward Charles LeBeau
May 27, 2025
Edward Charles LeBeau, age 95, from Scottsdale, Arizona, died Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Faithful to God to the end and a lifelong son of the Catholic Church, Ed died true to the meaning of his name, “Protector or Guardian,” as he made sure his beloved wife of almost 68 years, Carolyn Maria LeBeau, who had died a mere 18 days earlier,...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Ann Ranby
May 26, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Ranby was born on June 25, 1947, in Forest City, Iowa. She was the daughter of Richard and Harriet (Rye) Madson. After brief stays in Mason City and Storm Lake, IA, her family moved to Hutchinson in 1958. Jackie was confirmed in her faith at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. She graduated from Hutchinson High School Class...
Pandora Sapphire Lynn Kjolsrud
May 26, 2025
Pandora had a vivacious personality and an infectious smile that brought joy to so many. She was a beautiful bright light in this world and many are grieving her loss deeply. Her life was tragically and unexpectedly cut far too short, but the love she gave us will remain with us forever. She was a beloved daughter, niece and granddaughter,...
Stephen Gregory Moreno
May 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Stephen Gregory Moreno.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Gregory Moreno on May 26, 2025, at the age of 40. Stephen was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on February 2, 1985 to Dorothy Noreen Moreno (Figueroa). Stephen was a son, brother, tio, nino and friend.
He is preceded in death by his brother...
Gordon Reed Toland, Jr.
May 26, 2025
Gordon Reed Toland, Jr., 77, of Paradise Valley, AZ, passed suddenly on May 26, 2025. Beloved husband of Mary Kathryn (Katie) nee Unger, dear brother to Amalia Susan Wappes (Dale) and Gregg Toland. Preceded in death by his brother Nils and parents Gordon Reed Sr. and Amalia Toland. He was an adored brother-in-law, cousin, uncle, great-uncle and friend.
Gordon will be...
Sally Ortega Bojorquez
May 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our mother, Sally Ortega Bojorquez. Sally passed away in her bed while residing in Oxnard, CA. We deeply mourn her loss. Sally married Paz Bojorquez and had four children: Emelia , Erminia, Paz, and Christina. Sally is survived by her four children, 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
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