Obituaries
Dorothy Burns
Dec 30, 2023
Dorothy Burns, 94 years old of Phoenix, Arizona, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2023. She was born on September 25, 1929, to her parents Joseph McManus and Kathleen Allgaier in the small town of Easton, Missouri. She was the 3rd of 15 children and was their oldest daughter. Dorothy went on to achieve her bachelor’s degree...
Maria Teresa Velasco
Dec 29, 2023
Maria Teresa Velasco passed away on December 29 2023 at 4:30 a.m.
Tere, as she was lovingly called by her family was born on May 27 1944 in Las Canteritas, Zacatecas, Mexico. She was devoted to her family and was a tireless warrior fighting to protect and better her family.
She is survived by her devoted husband Ramon, her...
Karen Elise Tornese
Dec 28, 2023
Karen Elise Tornese, a compassionate soul who dedicated her life to serving others as a Registered Nurse, passed away on December 28, 2023. She was born on June 23, 1954, in Queens, New York. Karen's peaceful journey ended in Gilbert, Arizona.Karen embarked on her career as a nurse after completing her Associates Degree in Applied Science with a focus on...
Charles Robert Schiffner
Dec 28, 2023
The Valley mourns the passing of noted architect, artist, poet, and arts supporter Charles Robert Schiffner, 75, who passed away at his home on December 28th, 2023. Designer of the Ahwautukee House of the Future (1980), the aesthetic designs for the Outer Loop 101 Pima Freeway, the Painted Cliffs and McQuireville Arizona State Highway Rest Area Program, his designs reflect...
Cynthia Alice Smith Domini
Dec 25, 2023
Cynthia (“Cindy”) Alice Smith Domini of Phoenix, AZ; loving and devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and teacher passed away tragically early Christmas morning, Monday, December 25, 2023. Her daughter, Molly Domini-Cash, was sadly taken from this world at the same time (please see separate obituary for Molly).
Cindy was born on June 29, 1940, in Quincy, Illinois. She and her family...
Ronald Ralph Ritter
Dec 25, 2023
Ronald Ralph Ritter, 90, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away December 25, 2023, after a short illness. Born May 5, 1933, in South Bend, Indiana to Gerald and Alice (Miller) Ritter, Ron graduated from Washington Clay High School in South Bend, Indiana in 1951 and studied at Indiana University (Bloomington) until 1952. He married his one true love, Mary Jo (Joan)...
Molly Domini-Cash
Dec 24, 2023
Molly Domini-Cash, 47, born on April 29, 1976 in Phoenix, AZ, was a lifelong and proud native of the Valley until her tragic passing on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2023. Her mother, Cynthia (“Cindy”) Domini was sadly taken from this world at the same time (please see separate obituary for Cindy). Molly will forever be known and admired as a...
Frederick "Fred" Anthony Quihuis
Dec 24, 2023
Frederick “Fred” Anthony Quihuis passed away December 24th, 2023 at the age of 71. He was born June 6th 1952 to Lionel and Lupe Quihuis. He was raised in Phoenix along with 8 other siblings. Fred received his AA degree from South Phoenix Community College. He played one year of Semi Pro football with the South Phoenix Saints. He served...
Roseanna Estrada
Dec 24, 2023
Roseanna Estrada was born in Phoenix, AZ on April 30, 1934, and passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023, at the age of 89. She was a loving sister, aunt, cousin, close friend, and colleague. She was a proud Phoenix Union High School alumna. She was a significant influence and played a critical role with her immediate family. She retired...
Luisa Cervantes
Dec 24, 2023
Luisa Cervantes (Mesa) passed away on December 24, 2023 at 3:51am with her family by her side. She was born in Williams, Arizona on October 11, 1940 to Manuel Meza and Isabel Quiriarte Meza. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Luisa is survived by her four children; Ana (Crisostomo), Corina (Mark Sr.), Osvaldo Jr., Maria (Thomas...
Cedric Emden Davis
Dec 23, 2023
Dr. Cedric Emden Davis, LCSW, was born on December 4, 1946, in Danville, Virginia to the late Elder Toussaint Davis and the late Thelma VanPutten Davis. After giving a lifetime of service to God, mankind and country, Cedric departed this life on December 23, 2023, at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with cancer.
His devoted parents instilled...
Edward Richard Ciszczon
Dec 23, 2023
Edward Richard Ciszczon of Phoenix, Arizona, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 23, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and humor. Born on May 25, 1935, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to Anna and Joseph Ciszczon, he was one of thirteen siblings and a twin to his sister Stella.
His early life on the family...
Mary Alicia Wentworth
Dec 22, 2023
Mary Alicia Wentworth passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on December 22, 2023, at the age of 83.
Mary was born on January 19, 1940, in Rapid City, South Dakota to C.W. and Louise Laws, and she was the third of four children. In her childhood, Mary was immersed in ranch life and mastered...
Claudia Ella Mae Graef
Dec 22, 2023
Arizona lost one of its fashion pioneers on December 22nd, 2023. Known to some as Claudia Brooks, Claudia Ella Mae Graef went on to her last Fashion Show in heaven at age 97. Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on April 23, 1926, Claudia moved to her grandparent’s farm in Coolidge, Arizona with her parents Katie and Albert Bamert during...
Dolinda Elena Grace Bauer Mitchell
Dec 22, 2023
Elena passed away peacefully on December 22, 2023. She was born in Mayaquez, Puerto Rico, November 22, 1947. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ronald C. Bauer and Ethel Bell Church Bauer both originally from North Dakota. She is survived by her loving husband Donald B. Mitchell, brother Logan P. Bauer and sisters-in-law Gloria Meluzzo Bauer and Julie...
Glorianna "Glory" Rae Verdugo Wood
Dec 19, 2023
On December 19, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., Heaven’s gates opened to welcome Glorianna Rae Verdugo Wood home. Although her battle is over, she gleams in the Victory of her Just Reward. Rest in Peace, Scleroderma Warrior. Glory is reunited with her beloved family and friends. Glory, you carried your heavy cross with dignity and strength, and will feast upon the...
Patrick John Moran
Dec 18, 2023
Patrick John Moran, 61, passed away peacefully December 18, 2023 at Scottsdale Osborn Hospital. He was born on May 11, 1962 in Washington DC, the son of John Peter Moran and Frances Guerra and the brother of Teresa Denevi, Matt Moran, Tim Moran, John Edward Moran, and Robert Moran.Pat was raised in Phoenix, Arizona and attended Madison Meadows for grade...
Barry William Gannon
Dec 17, 2023
Barry Gannon, 67, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on December 17, 2023; he is preceded in death by parents Edward and Rita (Chambers) Gannon, brothers Tom, Ray and Bill. He is survived by two brothers, a sister and nephews and nieces.
Barry was a long-time member of the St. Francis Xavier Parish. He enjoyed the cowboy life, hunting, working at...
Mary Conception Stayer
Dec 17, 2023
Mary “Lollie” Conception Stayer passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 17th at her daughter Christine and son-in-law Panch’s house surrounded by her immediate family in Phoenix.
Lollie was born on December 8, 1944, to Joseph Nunez and Chona Oviedo. She was one of six siblings. Lollie attended Immaculate Heart Grade School and Phoenix Union High School. After graduating, she met...
William Anderson Hunt III
Dec 15, 2023
William A. Hunt III, known to all as Bill, passed away suddenly on the morning of Friday, December 15, 2023, at his home while having coffee with his wife Linda. They had been married for 52 years. To try to truly capture who Bill Hunt was or to adequately share with you his spirit will be difficult, but we will...
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