Obituaries

“Peggy” Cavanagh Knoell, born January 22, 1922, died March 3, 2023.Peggy was born in Chicago, IL. Her family moved to Los Angeles, CA when she was beginning eighth grade. The family lived in Los Angeles until 1940 when they moved to Phoenix, AZ. Peggy went to Phoenix College where she met her future husband, Frank Knoell, just before he joined...

Ann L. Herzer, 88, born April 29, 1934 in Marion, KY, passed away February 28, 2023 in Scottsdale, AZ.Ann is preceded in death by her husband, Donald G. Herzer, parents Chester and Reba Walker, three brothers, Jimmy, Harvey, and Preacher, and three sisters, Betty, Fran, and Sue.Ann is survived by her son, John Herzer (Rebecca) and their children, Rayne Pierce...

Dr. Paul Bernard Borgesen passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family, on March 3, 2023, at the age of 92.Paul was born on August 24, 1930, in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The eldest of Agnes and Paul Borgesen’s three children, he was raised in Aberdeen and spoke of his childhood as being “unremarkable, in the best possible...

Jaime Eduardo Morales, 63, was called home to our Lord on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, with his family at his bedside and after losing his battle with a lung disease. Jaime was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 7, 1959, the 2nd of 9 children to Ernest and Dolores Morales, who precede him in death. Growing up in Phoenix, Jaime...

David Angel Barraza, aged 34, tragically passed away on February 24th, 2023, a caring son and loving brother that will be eternally missed. He is survived by his parents Lucy and Gregoria Barraza, his brother Greg Barraza and his sister Cynthia Barraza.David was born in Phoenix, AZ on June 27th, 1988. He attended St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School and...

John Baca Chavez, 84, passed away February 25, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ. John was born in Las Placitas, NM, to George Chavez, father, and Mela Baca, mother. He is survived by two children, Carol and Johnny; five grandchildren, and two sisters. John loved his family and was a good son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend.John spent the time in his...

Jacqueline Joan O’Connor King, a caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family and lots of love, on February 25, 2023. Jackie was born on September 7th, 1938 in Omaha, Nebraska, and moved to Phoenix with her family when she was four. Jackie had a passion for reading, old movies, politics, and conquering...

Our dad passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 25, 2023. Per his “strict” instructions we submit the following obituary on his behalf. Anyone who knew him would also agree: “I lived a blessed life, I was proud to be a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend to all. I am off to...

Our beloved father, Charles John Beuerlein, Jr. “Charlie”, passed away peacefully in Hospice Care on February 24, 2023 at the age of 95. He is survived by his 12 children; Meg (Don), Cathy (Jim), Dotty (Tom), Chuck (Jane), Maryellen, Judy (Tom), Jim (Patty), Terri (Jim), Linda (Charlie), John (Wendy), Steve (Lori), Ed (Mariah), and 2 stepchildren; Tom & Debbie (Phil)....

Roberta “Bobbe” June Vandeventer, our beautiful creative loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 8th, 2023, surrounded by her forever grateful and ever-growing family. She was preceded in death but her husband, Norman Vandeventer, of 42 years and survived by their children, grandchildren, and extended family.The core of Bobbe’s true heart and soul was her unwavering faith in...

Thomas Francis Moore, M.D., age 90, passed away on February 20, 2023. Born in Detroit, Michigan to Irene and Francis Moore on January 3, 1933, he was a graduate of Detroit Catholic Central High School in 1950. Also, a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 1954, he was fortunate...

September 23, 1933 – February 24, 2023Tom Mulligan was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the third of ten children. Tom attended St. Alphonsus grade school and high school in Langdon, North Dakota, where he played basketball, baseball, and football.In 1953, Tom left St. John’s University in Minnesota for the U.S. Army and served in the Far East with the...

Juanita Chavez Mendoza, was born on April 26, 1925, in San Bernadino, CA to Matilde Morales Chavez & Leonardo Chavez.She passed away February 23, 2023, in Phoenix, AZ, at the age of 97. She is survived by her husband of 77 years, Rosendo Mendoza, her sons Guillermo (Willie) & David, daughters Rosa, Consuelo (Connie) & Esperanza and sisters Frances, Matilde...

Ioannis “John” E. Karamouzis 92, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away silently February 22nd, 2023He lived life with Dignity, Integrity, and great Passion! John was a loving husband, his wife Mary whom he married 3 days after meeting and cherishing 47 yrs of union in marriage, preceded him in death in March of 2005. He leaves behind his children daughter Elizabeth...

Lydon Cook Parent of Phoenix entered eternal life quietly on the morning of Thursday, February 23, 2023.Mr. Parent, Cookie to family, and Lee to his friends, was born in Washington DC, son of Dr. Ernest and Mrs. Louise Kilton Parent. He spent his childhood years in the capitol city, exploring the museums and historic buildings.After attending the University of Virginia,...

JOSEPH RAYMOND BARABE was known by many as the “Pickle Man” aka Joe. He was born to Mary Agnes and Joseph J. Barabe on September 14, 1934. Joe was a lifelong resident of Phoenix AZ, passed on to join his wife Ramona in heaven on February 21, 2023.Joe is survived by his children Danny, Jean, Joey, and Chris (Lupe); brothers...

Born February 13, 1968Born to Eternal Life February 18, 2023It is with profound loss that we inform you of the death of Mark Jeffries McWhirter. In a tragic accident, Mark was hit by a vehicle while biking the early morning hours of February 14, 2023, the day after his 55th birthday. He was on life support for the next few...

September 4, 1960 – February 22, 2023PHOENIX- With great sadness over a life too short and abundant gratitude for a life well-lived, the Celley family today announced the death of Scott Kenneth, aged 62. He died peacefully at home on February 22, 2023 following a brief neurological disease.Scott will be remembered most of all as an incredible husband, father and...

Michael Louis DuFrain II left this world too soon on February 18, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. With his contagious smile and generous, outgoing nature, Michael was a treasure to his mother, many friends, and large extended family.Born on May 20, 1965 in Page, Arizona, he was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle and nephew. Michael is survived by...

Carrie S. Leal, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully on February 16, 2023 in her home at the age of 89. Carrie was born on January 20, 1934 in Phoenix, AZ, to Haviel and Fidela Sierra. She retired from Motorola in 2007 after 35 years of working in their Quality Assurance Division as a QA...