Obituaries
Betty O'Melia
Dec 6, 2024
Betty O’Melia of Phoenix, AZ passed away on December 6, 2024. She was born on June 26, 1948 in Vicksburg, MS to Marjorie and Harry Hawkins.
Betty loved life. She will live on in cherished memories, funny stories and in our hearts.
Betty saved her best efforts for what mattered most to her: her family, her friends and her God. She will...
Ryan Eric Vander Ark
Dec 5, 2024
Ryan Eric Vander Ark died on December 5, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1968, in Phoenix, Arizona. He spent most of his life in Arizona. He was a graduate of Valley Lutheran High School and Phoenix College. He worked in billing department for Falck, a medical transportation company. He was also actively involved in the Pioneers' Cemetery Association....
Mary Monreal Garcia
Dec 4, 2024
Mary Garcia's remarkable journey came to a peaceful close on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024. Born in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Mary's early years were shaped by the love and guidance of her mother and three older sisters. Her spirit, nurtured in these formative times, blossomed into a life rich with connections and joy.
Mary's legacy was carried forward by her...
Adela O. Lerma
Dec 4, 2024
In Loving Memory of Adela O. Lerma
12/16/1939 – 12/04/2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Adela Ontiveros Lerma, on 12/04/2024. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Born on December 16, 1939 in Clint, TX, Adela grew up cherishing the values of hard work and compassion. She...
Albert Morris Coury
Dec 4, 2024
Albert Morris “Butch” Coury passed peacefully into eternal life on December 4, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family.
Butch was born on March 31, 1944, in Mesa, Arizona, to Tony M. Coury, Sr., and Carmen Celaya Coury. He attended Queen of Peace Parochial School for 8 years, and then graduated from Mesa High School in 1962. Butch fondly recounted stories...
Rhonda K. Alexander
Dec 3, 2024
In Loving Memory of Rhonda K. Alexander
Rhonda K. Alexander, a cherished mother, grandmother, and pillar of love and faith, peacefully transitioned surrounded by her devoted family. Her life was a beautiful testament to unwavering strength, boundless kindness, enduring patience, and unshakable hope. Rooted in her steadfast faith, she exemplified love and dedication to her family, friends, and community.
Born into a...
Mary Eloise Jordan
Nov 30, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Mary Eloise Jordan, announce her peaceful passing on November 30; her children, Michael and Janet, were at her side.
The oldest of five children, Mary was born in Atlanta, Idaho to Bernard and Eloise Guenechea. Of Basque descent, Mary’s parents emigrated from Bilbao, Spain to start a new life in America choosing...
Herminio Marques
Nov 28, 2024
On the evening of, Thursday, November 28, 2024, Herminio Uria Marques passed away in Lubbock, Texas at the age of 84. He was born on March 29, 1940, to the late Melchor Marques and Jovita (Uria San Miguel) Marques in a peaceful part of Spain. Later in life on July 1, 1968, Herminio went on to marry Terry Rios in...
Phyllis Teresa Olson
Nov 26, 2024
In loving memory of Phyllis Teresa Olson. Phyllis, 84, passed away peacefully on 11-26-24 with her children by her side in Chandler, AZ. Phyllis was born on September 14, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois to Sam and Carmella Sparano (nee Tosto). Phyllis was married in 1961 and was faithfully married for 61 years to Russell E. Olson who preceded her in...
Joe Montez Hernandez
Nov 25, 2024
Joe Montez Hernandez passed away on November 25, 2024, one day before his 98th birthday. He had a love for God and his family. When asked what was the secret of his long life, he would respond, “don’t worry about anything.” His calm demeanor made him successful in life.
He was dedicated to the Catholic Church. He was active in sponsoring...
Charlene Ann Sadik
Nov 23, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Charlene Ann Sadik from Phoenix, Arizona, announce her peaceful passing on November 23, 2024, at the age of 80. She was born in Long Beach, California to Charles Gibbons and Bernadette Schantz.
She was a loving and devoted sister, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her son Brent (Dawn)...
Bradley Willard Bowen
Nov 23, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved father, Bradley Willard Bowen, who left us to be with Jesus on November 23, 2024 at the age of 78. Bradley was born and raised in Juliaetta,ID, the youngest of 4 children to his parents, Willard C. and Elizabeth M. Bowen. At the age of 18,...
Neil Hansen
Nov 23, 2024
Neil “Simeon” Charles Hansen fell asleep in the Lord on November 23rd, 2024 with his wife, son, mother and Godparents by his side. He was born on August 7, 1961 in San Francisco to Carl and Mary Hansen. He graduated from CalPoly-SLO in Engineering, specializing in Metallurgy. Neil was a builder, a maker, a Blacksmith, and a technical artist. He...
Bradley Willard Bowen
Nov 23, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved father, Bradley Willard Bowen, who left us to be with Jesus on November 23, 2024 at the age of 78. Bradley was born and raised in Juliaetta, ID, the youngest of 4 children to his parents, Willard C. and Elizabeth M. Bowen. At the age of...
Elliana "Ellie" May Leykam
Nov 18, 2024
Elliana “Ellie” May Leykam, 2-month-old daughter of Jonah and Elizabeth Leykam of Phoenix, AZ, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. The Private Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. and visitation starting at 9:30 a.m. Monday, November 25, at Whitney and Murphy Funeral Home Chapel located at 4800 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018.
Ellie arrived two months earlier than her...
Kathryn M. Burgoz
Nov 15, 2024
Kathryn "Kathy" Burgoz, a beloved dedicated wife, mother and grandmother passed away unexpectedly from surgery complications on November 15, 2024. She was born in Juneau, Alaska on April 30, 1941. Kathy attended grade school in Phoenix and high school in San Diego and Fresno, CA.
Upon graduation from Fresno High School, Kathy worked for the phone company for four years. She...
Patricia V. Seabert
Nov 15, 2024
Patricia V. Seabert, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend to many, died on November 15, 2024 at the age of 90 years old.
Known affectionately as Pat, Patti, GiGi, Mom, and Grandma, she was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, as part of one of the state’s, pioneer first families, who arrived before Arizona achieved statehood.
In her youth...
Ramona Estrada Austin
Nov 14, 2024
Ramona Estrada Austin, 95, died on Thursday, November 14th peacefully attended by her daughter Carmen Chavez at Sun City Post Acute Rehabilitation Center in Sun City, Arizona. A lifelong resident and Arizona native, Ramona was a devoted mother, and great-great Grandmother.
Born Ramona Estrada on October 30th,1929 in Phoenix. On February 25th,1948 she married her true love Henry Joseph Austin and...
Scott Dennis Henderson
Nov 13, 2024
Scott Dennis Henderson, 66 of Villa Rica, GA passed away, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at The Cambridge in Smyrna.
He was born May 26, 1958 in Maricopa County, Arizona the son of the late, Joseph Marvin Henderson and the late Norma Jean Bradshaw Henderson. He was a Project Estimator with JMH Company and was a member of Midway Church.
Survivors include his...
James King Woodford
Nov 12, 2024
James “Jim” Woodford, 69, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on November 12th, 2024 with his wife by his side. Born in Phoenix, he was the youngest of four sons born to Clair “Bud” Woodford and Grace “Lucille” Woodford. Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and loyal friend.
Jim enjoyed nature and spending time in the great outdoors and passed...
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