Obituaries

John E. Rhodes, 83 of Scottsdale, Arizona and Gig Harbor, Washington passed away on November 17th in Phoenix, Arizona from Leukemia. John was born on October 16, 1928 and raised in Beaver, Pennsylvania, son of “Duke” and Sally Rhodes. He graduated from University Pittsburg and spent his business career in Insurance. John had many interests in life: golf, travel, good...

Cindy was a vibrant woman who lived life passionately until her death on November 19, 2011. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Cindy loved telling jokes and making people laugh. She brought joy to every room she entered and blessed everyone she knew. Cindy’s love of animals was known to all. She was proud to be an...

Terra went to be with the Lord as she peacefully slept on Sunday, November 13, 2011. She was born August 5, 1971 in Phoenix and resided in Glendale most of her adult life. She is survived by her 5 children, Tiffeny, Britteny, Whitteny (James), Bradley & Ashley, 5 grandchildren, Preston, Maximus, Gauge, Aubrianna & Khale, parents Jan & Tom Schultz,...

Dom passed away on Friday, November 11, 2011 at the age of 26 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was a beloved son of father, Don Ameche III (Brenda) and mother, Maureen Ameche Lord (Dave) and brother to Elizabeth “Bessie” Ameche. Loving grandson to Carol and Don Ameche II; Marilyn Bresnahan Carey (preceded in death by Bill Bresnahan). Survived and cherished by...

Michael V. Mulchay lost his courageous battle against brain cancer on November 12, 2011. Mike will always be remembered as a loving husband and father, an excellent and dedicated lawyer, an amateur historian, a sports fan, a loyal Wildcat, a genuine friend and a “generally nice guy”. Born in Cananea, Sonora, Mexico on April 4, 1942, Mike was the youngest...

Rose was Born November 15, 1914, Port Clinton, OH. Died November 4, 2011. Parents, Mary & Gustavo Giusti and her husband Anthony J. Del Piombo (deceased 1991). Daughter Sylvia J. Benson, Sisters Marie Vitale, Velma Giusti (deceased 1988), Grandchildren Shawn Quail (Dena), Shari Rose Jones (Matt), Niece Sharon Kracht (Jeff), Nephews James Kracht (Cristin), Michael Kracht (Jessica), Great Grand Children...

Cecily K. Polson, nee Sparrow, Lady Avebury, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2011 in Phoenix. Born in Chesterfield, County of Derby, England, Cecily immigrated to the United States, July 4, 1946. Later she married Donald A. Polson, M.D. The couple had met during the Second World War, when Dr. Polson was a U.S. Army surgeon stationed in England, and Cecily...

97, of Phoenix, AZ passed away peacefully in Mesa, AZ on November 7, 2011. Born October 12, 1914 in Lowell, MA to James and Margaret Carr. He was a veteran of the Army Core of Engineers and a business owner in Phoenix. Loved by many friends and family, he will be missed. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00am,...

Maria Gordon 29 of Phoenix, AZ died October 25, 2011. She is survived by her sons, Eric and Robert Law. Her parents, Cindy and John Vrabel, her sister, Nicole Montes and brother, James Gordon. She is “Happy” of the seven dwarfs to her Nana, Ann Helen Hill. Her cousins, Nicholas Mangosing, Vanessa Swanson, Salina Mangosing and Anitra Stewart make up...

Joseph Mark Bianco, 96, passed away on November 2, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona. Born to Italian immigrant parents Mark and Domenica Bianco he spent his youth in San Jose, California.Later, he and his brothers originally farmed properties in Brentwood, California. During WWII, Joe and his brothers were asked to supervise the celery crops of a Japanese American farmer who was...

Evelyn Louise Kesler Ross who was 99 years old received her angel wings on October 26th, 2011. She was born December 28, 1911 in Chicago, IL. Her mother, Emma (Heidorn) Kesler, was born 09/05/1875 – deceased 04/04/1963. Her father, John Charles Kesler, was born 11/24/1869 – deceased (date unknown). She married twice during her lifetime, first to Homer C. Bowlby...

Rick passed away on November 1, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born on September 6, 1962, in Phoenix, AZ. He attended Arcadia High School and the University of Arizona. Rick was a Senior Vice President at CB Richard Ellis. Rick is survived and loved by his parents Bill and Sue Murphy; wife, Mary; daughter, Lauren; son, Will; and siblings...

27, has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 7, 2011. He was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ and is survived by his mother, Jennifer Smith, his father, Robert W. Smith and his sister, Kristin Smith. The Memorial will be held at Emmanuel Covenant Church, 4902 W. Tierra Buena Lane, Glendale, AZ 85306...

Born July 19, 1929 in Chicago, IL The world lost a beautiful woman today with the peaceful passing of Joan B. Mitchell. Joan is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years Don Mitchell, children Donald B. (Elena) Mitchell, Julie (Rick) Asmus. Granddaughter Emily (Brian) Mericle, grandson Richard Asmus, great-grandson Mason Patrick Mericle and niece BJ (Lou) D’Agnolo. Joan was...

Elizabeth Josephine Laughlin, 76, of Phoenix died October 29, 2011. Betty was born in Kewanee, IL January 23, 1935. She moved to Phoenix in 1943 with her family. Betty graduated from St. Mary’s High School. Betty and Jerry met at Anderson Clayton and married in April 1954. Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Jerry,...

Ronald Joe Macsenti was born in Escalon, California in 1945 to loving parents, Deno and Bonnie Macsenti. Ron attended and graduated from Dent Elementary School and Escalon High School. Ron attended Delta Junior College in Stockton, California before entering the United States Air Force in 1965. While stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, Ron met the love of...

Edna Jean Thompson was born December 9, 1935 in Ardmore, Oklahoma to Steward Nero and Eva Mae Parker. The family moved to Arizona when she was a young girl. She resided until her passing on October 24, 2011. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Sharon Renee Austin, Sherry Lynette Williams, Ronald Keith Thompson and Donna Yvette Thompson. eight...

90, of Phoenix passed away October 23, 2011. Edward was a business owner for many years until retiring; he was also a life-long musician. He is survived by his daughters Juanita, Helen, Mary, Becky and Linda. Sons Henry and Ricky and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great, great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm Sunday, October 30th at Whitney...

of Phoenix, Arizona passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family October 4, 2011. Martha was born on March 10, 1958 in Lake Forest, IL. She was the third of four daughters to Jean and Frederick P. Snyder, M.D. She attended Hopi Elementary and Arcadia High School. She went on to NAU and graduated from the University of Arizona. Martha’s dad...

5.19.1921 – 10.12.2011Dr. Hans Lettner was born in Munich on May 19, 1921. In 1940 he enrolled in the Munich medical school but with the advent of World War II, he was drafted and served in a German Mountain Division until wounded and medically discharged with the equivalent of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star (Iron Cross). This allowed...