Obituaries

Margaret R. Mendivil, our loving mother, surrounded by her family entered into the hand of God on May 19, 2017 at the graceful age of 82. She was born on March 15, 1935 in Hayden Arizona to Jose Romero and Carmen Sierras Romero. She is reunited with her beloved husband Joe Mendivil and he with his “bride” of 50 years....

Vivian Romano, passed away on May 16, 2017, at the age of 89 in Phoenix, Arizona. Born on May 25, 1927, to Josephine and Frank Amico in Clifton, New Jersey, she married Richard Romano of Clifton, New Jersey, in 1950 and they moved to Arizona in 1955 where they founded Romano’s TV and Appliance. After retirement she enjoyed traveling around...

Stephan Martin “Steve” Bojorquez was called to be with the Lord on May 16, 2017. He is survived by his mother Carmen and brothers Ronald + Richard. He’s reunited in heaven with his father David and little brother Davey. Steve was a kind man, loved by many and was a fervent Cardinal fan…he will be greatly missed by all. Especially...

passed away on May 10, 2017 at the age of 73. Rachel was born on October 27, 1943 in Phoenix, AZ. A beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She will be dearly missed by family, friends, staff and nurses that were there throughout her illness. She was a lady that touched many. Visitation will be at 9:00 A.M. with a...

Juanita M. Brown, 85, of Surprise, AZ passed peacefully on May 9, 2017. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 24, 1931 to Jack Miller and Johnetta Sasseen. She worked for the State of Illinois beginning at a young age, and retired after more than 20 years. Juanita moved to Arizona in 1989 to follow her family where she...

Age 75, died Friday, May 12, 2017 in Phoenix, AZ. Born: October 21, 1941 in Goshen, IN to Cecil G. & Mary Lois “Blondie” (Hudson) Mosier. Married: December 29, 1962 to Patricia A. “Pat” (Hague). Graduated from Clarksville High School, Clarksville, IN in 1959 and Purdue University in 1962. Worked for Sundstrand Aviation, now UTC Aerospace Systems in Rockford, IL...

Ernie, (Aka Boy) passed away on May 12, 2017. He graduated from East High School in 1980, and played baseball for the Longhorns while a student there. Ernie’s passion for playing baseball started at the young age of 9 years old. At the age of 18 he enlisted in the army for 4 years, he was stationed in Korea for...

93, of Glendale, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2017. She was born in the Philippines to Moises and Marciana Julao. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her sons, Reynaldo Balangue, Edgardo Balangue and Phillip Balangue, daughters, Bing Balangue, Lorna Salang and Thelma Balangue, 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from...

Mary Helen McCullough (Rosas), 75, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2017. Mary is survived by her husband of 53 years, John, sons Joe and Jeff (Jenna), daughter Lynda Witte (Scott) and grandchildren: Jared Witte, Sydney Witte and Madison McCullough.Visitation will be at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 from...

50, of Mesa AZ, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2017. He was born in Norwalk, CA on August 2, 1966 to Rudolph and Alba Rascon. He is survived by his wife Enriqueta Rascon, daughters Rebecca and Jessica Rascon, sister Terri Lima and brothers Rudy and Robert Rascon. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30am, with a Rosary at 10:15am,...

William R. Jones, Jr., 78, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 7, 2017. Bill was born on January 9, 1939 in Somerset, Kentucky and was raised at the knee of his “country lawyer” father William R. Jones, and mother Jane Kemper. Bill went on to earn his undergraduate and law degrees at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor....

Margaret Alexander Dellas, 96 passed peacefully May 8, 2017 in Scottsdale with family at her side. She was born in 1920 in Logga Greece, the daughter of Alexander Petropoulos and Sophia (Dracopoulos) Petropoulos. After her husband’s death, she relocated to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1988 and resumed her career as a hairstylist in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. She was a member...

John Reid Konves, 88, of Phoenix, Arizona, was reunited with his wife in heaven at 1:45 p.m., on May 3, 2017. He was born March 9, 1929 in Mansfield, Ohio to Michael Konves and Judith (Lanzenlechner) Konves.He is survived by his five children: John Konves (Sherolyn), Jane Konves Monson (Russ), Mary Anne Konves Randl (Tom), James Konves (Susan), and Paul...

Carol, 55, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2017 after a sudden illness. Carol was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on July 21, 1961 to Walter and Marjorie Johnson. Carol graduated from Mounds Midway Nursing School in St Paul, MN and became a Registered Nurse in 1983. She accepted a position as a floor nurse at St Joseph’s Hospital in the...

Rudy Juan Paz, 78, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away at 5:03 AM, Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at Serene Valley Quality Assisted Living in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was born May 27, 1938 in El Paso, Texas, to Alfredo and Ofelia Paz.Rudy is preceded in death by his parents and his older brother Fred Paz. Rudy is survived by his wife Terry...

Eddie was born in Phoenix, Arizona on March 28, 1930 and passed away peacefully on May 5, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Amelia G. Johnson and children Juli A. Glascock (Bob Glascock) and Vincent P. Johnson (Heidi Klomhaus), his eldest son Edward P. Johnson (Arnelda Johnson) preceded him to Heaven. He was a loving grandfather...

Ray James Harris, “Ray J”, age 53, died unexpectedly on Monday May 1st, 2017 in his home in Scottsdale, Arizona.Ray J was born March 13th1965 in Wichita, Kansas. He resided there until he moved to the Phoenix area in 1984 to work as a flight attendant for America West Airlines for the next 15 years. Ray J met his wife...

Marvin J. Kunde, peacefully joined his Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 4, 2017. He was born December 1, 1924 in Centuria, Wisconsin. Marvin was a decorated Veteran of WWII, serving as Army Sergeant, 135thField Artillery Battalion in the Pacific Theater. After discharge, he met his bride, Barbara, enjoying 65+ years of marriage. Marvin started his professional career with the...

Preston Joseph Heinle, son of Carl Heinle and Grace Warren, was born at his childhood home on December 5, 1924 in Clarkdale, Arizona. Preston grew up in the small town of Clarkdale and was Clarkdale High School Valedictorian for the class of 1942. He moved to Tucson and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of Arizona in...

Jim Demetros, 70, passed away in the early morning of April 19, 2017. Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, he will be forever remembered for his kind heart and caring soul. Jim was born April 17, 1947 in Detroit, MI. He later served in the Army with the Explosive Ordinance Division and was honorably discharged. He moved to Minnesota...