Obituaries

An Arizona native of adventurous spirit, passed away February 5, 2012, at the age of 88. Janice was the daughter of Justice Arthur T. LaPrade and Lucile Hooper LaPrade, and the sister of three brothers; A. T., Loren, and Paul. As a young girl, Janice showed horses, won ballroom dancing contests, and was an original camper at Orme Ranch. Later,...

Sonjha Darlene Arriola, 77, died peacefully in the early morning on Saturday, February 4, 2012, with hope that our Lord will raise her to new life, where she will share her friendly spirit, zippy comments, artistic flair and love for children in Heaven. Her mission was fulfilled in raising her two sons and guiding hundreds of young boys to “Do...

82, of Phoenix, passed away on February 6, 2012. Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Godmother and beloved friend to many. Isabel was born on November 19, 1929 in Virden, New Mexico. There she was raised prior to moving to Safford, Arizona for her elementary years and later to the Phoenix area when she was a young teen. She was introduced by...

Protopresbyter Joseph P. Kreta, 84, fell asleep in the Lord on February 2, 2012 in Mesa, Arizona, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Protopresbyter Joseph served the Lord for over 59 years, and during that time touched many lives from New York to Alaska to Arizona. He is survived by his wife Matushka Marie of 60 years, sister MaryAnn...

89, of Phoenix, seamstress and teacher died January 31, 2012. She was born in Phoenix, AZ, raised in Mazatlan, MX. Survived by her daughters Olivia Perez and Angie Perez-Ayala, sons, Leo Perez and Arnold Perez, sisters, Yolanda Camacho, Chiela Fermin Mercado, Hortencia Chavela Lopez, 24 grandchildren and 59 great – grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM with a Rosary...

Frauline Meta (Medy) Klara Becker Zannis, born in Frankfurt, Germany on September 22nd, 1928 ended her journey January 31, 2012. This beautiful WWII War bride married her husband John M. Zannis (deceased) just after the war and arrived in Phoenix, Arizona in 1947. Medy was a wonderful Mother and is survived by her 4 children, Michael, Joanne (David Kengott), Victor...

Born in Marshall Town, Iowa, February 18 passed away after a long term illness. Carol is survived by her husband and love of her life Ruben, sons, Michael (Jeri) and Dan, brother Robert Hudson, granddaughters, Nicole Casey (Shawn) and Danielle Bernal, as well as great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Carol worked at the Maricopa County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral...

passed away on Sunday January 29, 2012 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born on January 23, 1930 in Cambridge, Ohio to Nelson and Ardella Parry. The family moved to Phoenix in the summer of 1943. She attended North Phoenix High School and was a member of North Phoenix Baptist Church, where she met George Winn. They were married in 1949...

The world lost a true hero on January 30, 2012, when Frank Aschenbrenner left this earth and went to his heavenly reward. Frank was a friend to many, a man whose legacy to football will long be remembered, a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was best known for his years at Northwestern University, where he played football, became a...

94 of Phoenix peacefully passed away on January 28, 2012 surrounded by her family. Angelita was preceded in death by her husband Frank. She is survived by her sons Frank, and Larry, daughters Mary, Stella, Mercy and Rose, 15 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 8 great, great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 9-10am with Funeral Mass at 10am, Friday, February 3, at...

In loving memory of Drago Jovanovic, 66, of Phoenix, AZ, born in Celopek, Bosnia, who passed away on January 29, 2012. He was a caring, giving, family man. He is survived by wife Mirjana, 2 children Zarko and Ognjen, daughter-in-law Aleksandra and 3 grandchildren Aco, Ana and Marina. Visitation from 6-8:00pm with a Pomen Service at 7:00pm,Thursday, February 2, 2012...

Of Phoenix, Arizona. Allen went home to be with our Lord on January 28th, 2012 at the age of 77. A special caring and loving husband, dad, friend, relative,U. S. Navy Korean War Veteran and life-long commercial painter. Allen leaves us saddened by his departure, but enriched, inspired and rewarded by the time spent in his presence. Services to celebrate...

Christopher A. Blakey, 54, passed away peacefully at home on January 24th after a courageous battle with cancer. We will miss his great sense of humor and his contagious smile which he carried with him and shared with everyone. Chris graduated from Coronado High School where he was a star middle-linebacker. He went on to earn a Business degree from...

Barbara N. Meredith, 86, passed away January 17. 2012, at her beloved home. Barbara was born on November 2, 1925, in Independence, Iowa. She graduated from Stephen College and went on to the University of Iowa, where she was a Phi Beta Kappa Society member. Barbara moved to Phoenix in 1964 where she met and married Howard L. Meredith and...

Billie Jane Baguley, 92, passed away on January 12, 2012. She is preceded in death by her parents William Hatrick and Mary Elizabeth Becker, and her husband Peter Baguley.Billie Jane was born December 6, 1919 in Fresno, California. The first two years of her life were spent in Sierra Nevadas construction camps while her father, an engineer, worked various assignments....

Born in Blanchard, Oklahoma 30 October 1918-and passed away in Phoenix, Arizona 17 January 2012. Kassie Ree Owen moved with her parents to southern Montana in 1919 and was raised on a cattle ranch near Lodge Grass (Crow Indian Reservation). In 1936 she worked for the Glacier Park Saddle Horse Company at the Crossley Lake Tent Camp to help pay...

John William Curtin, MD, known to his friends as Jack and to many others simply as Doc, was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 25th, 1934. He died at home in Scottsdale, Arizona on January 14th, 2012. He is preceded in death by his parents John Michael and Gertrude Lohva Curtin and siblings Cathrine Reuscher, Gregory Curtin and beloved daughter...

80, a native of Phoenix was born on June 22, 1931 and passed away on January 12, 2012. Jo graduated from Whittier Elementary School, North High School and ASU where she was a member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, F. Robert Stevens, whom she met on a blind...

58, of Phoenix peacefully passed away January 9, 2012. Richard is survived by his three sisters; Mercy Durazo, Josie Mori and Maria Medina and one brother Robert Paz. A Private Service will be held at a later date.

Born in Anna, Texas to CA (Clarence Abram) and Bessie Reaves. He lived to ~81 years (born Feb 11th, 1931 and died Jan 8th, 2012). Survived by his brother: CA, jr (Clarence Abram, junior) and sisters (Marie and Ruby Jane), and his wife, Margaret; sons, William and David; daughter, Susan. He has 7 grandchildren, which he adored and that share...