Obituaries

Lucile Walrath went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 11, 2012. Lucile was born in Greeley, Colorado on February 23, 1920 to Emma and Everett Pray and moved to Arizona with her parents in 1941. She worked in insurance for 40 years and was highly regarded by her employers and various insurance company personnel. She was also active...

Born November 30, 1918 in Clarkdale, Arizona, to John Michael and Julia Sullivan O’Brien. She was the second born of seven siblings, and the last to pass away. Mary Ellen died June 6, 2012 in Santa Rosa, California.She graduated from Clarkdale High School in 1936, and from what is now ASU in 1940 with a BA in Education. She received...

“Lil’ Vince”, 29, entered into heaven May 30, 2012 in Phoenix, AZ. Vince was an unforgettable light who touched many lives. He was loved and adored by all but especially treasured time spent with his children and preaching the Word of the Lord. He was a talented drummer/musician and engagaing performer. His jokes and stories lifted spirits and left a...

50, went to his rest unexpectedly but peacefully. He is survived by his children Leah and Andrew, 3 grandchildren, his parents Joe and Barb, sisters Sandy Evans (Larry) and Debbie Cohen (Fred) as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He loved animals and we are sure he’s now happily tending to those in heaven. We love you...

Daniel J Georgevich, age 91, of Scottsdale AZ passed away at his residence on June 5, 2012. Daniel was born in 1921 in Chicago IL and was a graduate of Tilden Technical Institute in Chicago. Daniel proudly and bravely served his Country as a Paratrooper in WWII. Daniel was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, 505th Regiment. He first served...

Betty Lesselyong passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2012. She was born on March 18, 1914. Betty had 98 wonderful, healthy years, and two months, not so much. Betty was born in Ironwood, Michigan, attended Lawrence College in Appleton, Wisconsin where she studied music and became a lifelong lover of the Opera and Ballet. She played the piano her entire...

Merle Marvin Yard of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away at the Surprise Hospice of the Valley on June 5, 2012 after a short, brave battle with esophageal cancer. He was 91 years old. Born in Farmersville, Illinois on October 27, 1920, Merle truly was one of the dwindling numbers of the greatest generation who experienced more in a lifetime than most...

Irene passed away peacefully on June 7, 2012 at the age of 94 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born in Minneapolis, MN on April 28th, 1918, to the late Jewell and Joseph Gaspard. Wedded to the late Joseph Louis Bolduc on July 29th, 1939, they celebrated 44 wonderful years of marriage. She and Joe moved the family to Phoenix in...

Terry Brennan, 58 of Phoenix, passed away unexpectedly on March 15, 2012. Son of Mary and Michael Brennan, Terry was born on June 18, 1953 in Little Falls, New Jersey. After earning his Masters in Political Science at A.S.U., Terry became a writer, historian, photographer, world-traveler, skilled craftsman, satirist, and Trekkie. He was a loving husband to his wife of...

Emmie Leona Lowe-Ley (Lee Ley) passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2012, at the age of 92, in Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by family. She was born in Alabama in 1920 and moved to Florida inher early 20’s. She worked in the restaurant industry for much of her life owning her own café at a very young age. In 1970, she...

86, Born September 1, 1925, passed May 31, 2012. A long time resident of Phoenix, AZ. Before retiring, Sam was a contractor and active in church activities. He was acting president for the Granite Reef Dance Group in Scottsdale, AZ. A veteran of World War II, he fought in Germany and France. He is a recipient of both the Bronze...

Longtime Phoenix resident Emil Paul Ganz, 85, died April 27th, 2012 at his home in Coronado, California. Bus was a caring father and brother, and an accomplished cattleman, musician and athlete; indeed a man for all seasons, excelling at every endeavor.Born August 31, 1926 in Phoenix, Arizona to Pauline Reardan Ganz and Sylvan Cleveland Ganz, he was named for his...

Our beloved Father, Grand-Father and Brother; Arturo Rogelio Torres, “Tini” passed away peacefully anticipating the reunion with his beloved wife of 63 years, Maria Dolores Torres who proceeds him. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona in 1920 and enjoyed a lifetime of love and friendship with his neighbors and family. Roy proudly served his country as a World War II,...

Born on February 8, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, Beverly Shaw McNamara peacefully passed away at her home in Phoenix, Arizona on May 19, 2012. During her 86 years of life, Beverly accomplished a lot, leaving a profound and memorable mark on this world. The only child of Lester and Hertha Shaw, Beverly grew up in the heart of Chicago, near...

John Garcia Nuanez, born June 22, 1921, 90 years old passed away May 22, 2012. Born in St. Johns, Arizona, the 7th of 9 children to Tomasita and Rafael Nuanez, also from St. Johns, Arizona. He moved to Phoenix in 1941 where he met and married Angelina on April 11, 1942. He was drafted into the Army on December 15,...

Donna Hnida, age 64, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on May 19, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father John Hnida. Survivors include her mother, Nancy Hnida and brother John A. Hnida. A Memorial Mass will be said on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 2312 E. Campbell, Ave., Phoenix. Interment...

Helen Patricia Johnson, 80, passed away on May 23rd, 2012. Pat was born in Fresno, California, the only daughter of Byron and Irene Deshler. Pat’s father was a Methodist pastor and Pat spent her childhood living in Arizona and Southern California. Pat met Chuck (Charles Lindberg Johnson) of Sparta, Wisconsin, her husband of 60 years, at a church social when...

Sister Anthony, a member of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary for fifty-eight years, died peacefully on Saturday, May 19, 2012, after living courageously with cancer for over five years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rose Benedict and Peter Poerio, Sr., and her brothers Joseph and Peter, Jr. She is survived by her brother, Rev. John...

Virginia Cardon Christensen Peterson passed away on May 20, 2012. She was born in Logan, Utah on August 29, 1922, the daughter of C. Cecil and Rula C. Christensen. Her father died when she was eight years old, and her mother later married Col. John H. Pitzer. Virginia grew up in Logan with her brother, Charles. Starting as a young...

Dr. V. S. Boddicker died Friday, May 18th at age 94. He was born near Newhall, IA, one of eight children. He is survived by one daughter, Janet Rowe (Jack), four grandchildren, three great grandchildren and one sister. He was predeceased by his wife of nearly 68 years, Betty and two children, Connie and Charles. Vernon was president of the...