Obituaries

Arthur Fairbanks, 94, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2019, joining his beloved wife of 72 years, Wilma, in their eternal reward.Born December 19, 1924 in Baltimore, MD, Arthur Jr. moved to Phoenix, AZ as an infant with his mother, Jo O’Donoghue, an Irish immigrant and his father, Arthur F. Fairbanks Sr., a WWI Veteran. Young Arthur worked as often...

Robert “Bobby” Ross, age 57, passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him on Friday, April 5th, 2019. Bobby was born on October 26th, 1961, in Swift Current, Saskatchewan to Joan (Olstad) Ross and Gordon Ross. He was a beloved brother to his sisters Lori (Ross) Block and Patti (Ross) Barr. Bobby eventually relocated to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, BC, and then...

Charles J. Francis “Chuck” 34, of Peoria AZ. Earned his wings on April 1st, 2019. He was born in Phoenix, AZ on June 29th, 1984.Chuck is survived by his son Brenden Francis, parents Walter and Nicole Francis, brother Jayson (Stacie) Francis, sisters Amanda (Daryl) Swanson, Brittney (Jonny) Couture, niece Tori, nephews Max and Landon and beloved dog Lyla.He graduated from...

Marylooe Matheson, a.k.a. Marylooe Brown Ortiz Matheson, passed from this earth to a better place on Saturday, April 6, 2019. She was 82 years young.She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Thomas L. (Lou) Matheson, her 4 children, Frank, Margret, Patricia, and Ronnie, 6 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren, all of whom live in Alaska.Marylooe was one of...

Norman D Steinle, 78, Bismarck, passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 31, 2019 of injuries sustained following a motor vehicle accident in Yuma, Arizona.Cremation has taken place at the Whitney & Murphy Funeral home in Phoenix, AZ. A memorial service will take place in North Dakota on a future date.Norm was born on July 12, 1940 in...

Acevedo, Amparo “Amy”, 86, beloved Mother, Nana, Aunt, Sister and Friend passed away April 5, 2019. Amy was born on August 11, 1932. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the pride and joy of Amy’s life. The legacy of Amy’s kind spirit, passion for sports and joy for life will live on through them. She is survived by sons; Librado...

Almy, Almeda Patsy “Pat”, 91, passed away on April 3, 2019. Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on December 18, 1927. Pat loved traveling in an RV and spending time with family. She worked at Garret (Allied Signal, Honeywell). Pat was married to Marion Lee Collins and Alfred H. Almy, Sr. Pat was a member of the Daughters of the Nile...

Gabriel Cantu, 51 of Phoenix passed away peacefully on April 3, 2019. He is lovingly remembered by his mother Estela Cantu; brothers, Gilbert Jr., and Daniel Cantu; sisters, Cynthia Phasouk and Nannette Cantu, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his beloved father, Gilbert Sr., and sister, Felicia Cantu. Funeral Services for Gabriel will be held on Saturday,...

Sylvia Theresa Arredondo Ramirez passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019. She was born in Port Arthur, Texas on November 20, 1942. She lived in Texas her entire life but recently relocated to Phoenix, Arizona from Groves, Texas to be near family. Sylvia was a beloved teacher who taught for many years in the Port Arthur Independent School District as...

Born in Chicago, Illinois on September 8, 1923 to Matthias J. Feit and Mary Susan (Treinan) Feit.Beloved brother, uncle, and friend, “Father Matt” passed away at age 95 on Sunday, March 31, 2019. Survived by his sister Mary (Feit) Golden, brother John Feit, many cousins, nephews, and nieces.Fr. Feit served as a Vicar at St. Gregory Catholic Parish, St. Theresa...

Laurence Ray Manuelito Jr “Larry Love,” 48, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2019.The celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, April 6th at Christ Church Lutheran, 3901 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018. Please wear flip-flops in Larry’s honor.Larry was born in Ganado, AZ on October 3, 1970; a member of...

Mary Louise (Marylou) Roselle (80) passed away peacefully on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2019. Marylou was predeceased by her beloved parents, Mable and William Roselle, and her sister and brother-in-law, Catherine and Eddie Anderson. Marylou was born in Brooklyn, NY, but resided in Staten Island, NY, for most of her life. She worked her entire career as an executive...

Lee Edward Cooper, age 60, died March 16th, 2019 at home, Phoenix, AZ. Born November 11th, 1958 in Phoenix. Son of Everett Lee Cooper and Marjorie Hampton Cooper. Graduated from West High School, Phoenix, AZ graduate class of 1976. Joined the U.S. Air Force February 3rd, 1978 – Aircraft Airman – Systems Specialist – Rank: E2, Tyndall Air Force Base...

Ross P. Lee, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away at home on February 28, 2019.Ross was born in Madison, WI, to Robert and Mildred Lee on October 21, 1939. He went to high school at Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, before attending Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, CA, for his undergraduate studies. Ross then attended law school at the University...

Charles Weidler, 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 20, 2019.Charles was born August 25, 1923 in Bowling Green, MO and moved to Phoenix in 1925. He attended Phoenix Union High School and met Audrey Scheid who he married on May 10, 1942.Charles served in the Army 96th Infantry Division and fought in the Battle of Leyte....

Cheri Lynn (Hank) Mabbitt – 71, entered into rest, on February 27, 2019 in Gilbert, Arizona. A Memorial Service will be held at Broadway Christian Church, located at 7335 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ, at 10:00 am, Saturday, March 30, 2019. Arrangements were entrusted to Whitney and Murphy Funeral Home. Condolences to the family, along with her obituary are available...

Our Beloved Son and Brother, ADAM LEE FURLONG, age 33, went to be with the Lord, on March 14, 2019. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona on October 25, 1985.He attended Desert Sage Elementary School, Hillcrest Middle School and graduated from Barry Goldwater High School. He had an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering and was currently employed by Uber in...

Harold Waite Frank, 101 years, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dad was a wonderful, kind and patient man. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was born April 26, 1917, to John Samuel Frank and Grace Catherine Waite Frank in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He attended Oklahoma A&I University and studied electrical...

Betty Jean Tarkington passed away March 16, 2019 at the age of 92. She was the first of five children, born June 6, 1926 in Canton, Ohio to Arthur and Signer Formet. She is survived by her sons David and Steve Shroyer, three grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 3:00 P.M. at...

Glenn Erman Quick, Jr., October 13, 1936 – March 18, 2019, husband of Penelope Dolman.As an only child, Glenn was born in Phoenix, Arizona to Glenn and Cleo Quick.  He attended Kenilworth Grammar School and then West Phoenix High. He graduated from University of California at Berkley with a B.S. degree in Business Administration and Agricultural Economics (Cum Laude) (1959).After...