Obituaries

Marion Ruth Smith, was born January 26, 1926, in Waukesha, WI, to Bernard and Emma Kreidler 4th of 7 children. She attended St. Joseph Catholic grade school, graduated from Waukesha High School and received her teaching degree from Union Grove Normal school. Marion taught in one room country schools in Waukesha County, Pumpkin Hollows being one in the 1940s and...

John Paul Flying Jr, a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend crossed over into the arms of God, the Creator on Monday June 19, 2023.John was born December 26, 1964, and was a special and unique person. He grew up in Chicago, Illinois where he attended Saint Mary of the Angels in grade school and became a die-hard Chicago Cubs...

Alex A. Adea, 78 years old, was called home to heaven on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born on June 18, 1944, in the Philippines, but made his home in the United States determined to make a better life for himself. He was loved and respected by so many, and his presence will be truly missed but will never...

Diane Mary Renda, 94, of Lisbon Ohio, died March 24, 2023 of natural causes. Diane, or Little Grandma as she was known to many was a daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She lived in Ohio and Minnesota before moving to Arizona where she spent the last 64 years of her life in the Phoenix area. Diane had...

October 4, 1933 ~ June 11, 2023Frances passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her late husband Carlos, with whom she shared 45 wonderful years, and her daughter Monica. Frances is survived by her five daughters: Adeline Garcia-Armstrong (Scott), Theresa Campos, Consuelo Fuentes (Alex),...

Juanita “Janie” Benavidez Cota, 93 years old, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023, in Winslow, Arizona. She was born to Santiago and Maria Benavidez on November 22, 1929, in Cotula, Texas at El Rancho del Corazon. Janie was married to her beloved late husband William Guffey, who adored her, for 42 years. She was married to Rafael Cota, her...

Catherine Oddo “Kay”, our loving mother, passed away peacefully at the age of 97. Mom so enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren engaged in their respective sports from volleyball, baseball, football and lacrosse. Mom became our greatest fan. During her later years her great-grandchildren provided her with much happiness watching them play.From a young age mom worked as a bookkeeper...

Sylvia A. Jimenez passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 9, 2023. She is survived by 6 daughters, Cynthia Acevedo (Mike), Jessie Jimenez, Suzanne Jimenez, Rebecca Sanchez (Gilbert), Mary Angela (deceased), Elizabeth Jimenez, Andronica Balderston, stepson, Arthur Rey (Joyce), 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, 3 sisters, one brother-in-law, and one sister-law. Sylvia was preceded in death by her loving...

Norma Mae Haight Heubach, loving Mom, Nana, Friend and Loved One to so many, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at the age of 92. Norma loved with her whole heart and spread joy in every part of her life. A truly wonderful woman. A life well lived. A life well loved.Norma was born to Kenneth and Nina...

Jane Marie Yosepian Carriell was born January 15, 1933, and passed peacefully on June 1, 2023. She lived a life full of compassion and kindness for others, leading a selfless life always. Her unwavering care for others will be carried on by her husband, Peter, her three children, Paul, Lisa, and Tricia, and her eight grandchildren Rachel, Al-e, Bella, Sophie,...

Charles “Danny” Bugh, born January 28, 1941, to Richard Charles Bugh and Aurelia Bugh. He was the second oldest child. Danny graduated from Phoenix Union High School Tech, where he studied drafting. Right out of high school, he joined the Service.When he came back from his service time, he worked for the Arizona Highway Department. Civil Engineering Consultants around town...

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1950-2023Mr. Zuo Anning “Tony” passed away surrounded by close family members on May 31, 2023, at the age of 73.Born in Beijing, Tony grew up in a family of 5 surrounded by sisters. He attended the prestigious High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China and went on to serve in the 44th division of the Wuhan Air Force. Later,...

Robert “Bob” Meyer Cherner, passed away on May 31, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ.He was born on July 1, 1947 to Abraham and Helen (Terhune) Cherner in Chicago, IL. He grew up in Hays, Kansas, and after graduating from Hays High School, he attended University of Kansas where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Biophysics. Robert, Bob to his friends...

On Monday, May 29, 2023 Kenneth B. Brown, 85 years, loving husband, and father of six children passed away. He was born October 20, 1937 in Henrietta, Oklahoma, to Jack and Ruby Brown. Ken was the youngest of five children.He worked with his dad on the farm and worked a short stint in the Air Force. He was a lineman...

Bessie M. Chavez, much loved mother of Betty Jean (Jose), Pete (Mary), Margie (Victor), cherished grandmother of eleven, a great grandmother of nineteen, and great-great grandmother of one. Bessie is preceded in death by her husband Juan P. Chavez and her only brother Robert Marez. She was born June 23, 1929, after a long fight with Alzheimer’s, while sleeping peacefully...

Stephen (known by Steve on the day to day) was born on January 28, 1962 to Blyn and Lucille Currier in Skowhegan, Maine.Steve was known and loved by so many throughout his life. Serving his country in the Marine Corps and his community in the United States Postal Service, he lived a life of service unto others. His love language...

Nicholas D. “Nick” Arnstad was born on November 8, 1981 and was called home unexpectedly to our Lord on May 26, 2023.Nick was a 41-year-old Phoenix native, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He marched to the beat of his own drum. Nick trusted and was generous.Grandparents Vernon and Irene, Uncle Mark, and Aunt Susan predeceased him. He is...

JACOB ISRAEL , 27, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed on Mother’s Day May 14, 2023. Jacob was the victim of a horrible accident on May 10th, 2023, and was placed on life support. Friends and family lifted him up with prayers, held his hands, and stayed with him every second until he felt it was okay for him to move on....

Carol Ann Smith, 61, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away peacefully with family by her side on June 1, 2023, after a battle with cancer. Carol was born September 6, 1961, to parents Richard and Bernadine Smith. Carol was a wonderful Daughter, Sister, Aunt and friend and will be dearly missed by all who were privileged to know her. Carol was...