Obituaries
Eleanor "Nora" Jeanette Balderrama
Dec 3, 2023
It is with great pain and sorrow that we announce the passing of Eleanor (Nora) “Grandma” Balderrama, 88, of Laveen, AZ. Nora entered this life on May 21, 1935, and entered eternal rest on December 3, 2023. A loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and beloved Daughter, Nora passed peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her Family.
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Tyler Stettin Drosendahl
Dec 2, 2023
Tyler Drosendahl, 32, was born in Phoenix, AZ on March 22, 1991. He lived most of his life in Phoenix, with a short detour to Iowa.
Tyler is survived by his family: Ann (mother); Joe (father) and Diane (step-mother), Colin (brother); Emilee (sister-in-law); Quinn (nephew) and Maggie (niece).
Tyler’s deep love for music led him to form two bands. He...
Joyce Ellen Coolen
Dec 2, 2023
Joyce Ellen Coolen, 69, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on December 2, 2023. She was born December 4, 1953, at Quonset Point Naval Base in Rhode Island, she grew up in Quincy, Massachusetts where she attended Archbishop Williams Catholic School. After that she attended Catherine Gibbs Secretarial Academy. In the seventies, she worked for the Ritz Carlton hotels and traveled...
Maureen Strickland
Dec 2, 2023
Maureen Strickland, 83, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on December 2, 2023, from congestive heart failure. She was born on July 16, 1940, in Weymouth, Massachusetts outside of Boston. Maureen married her husband, Daniel in October of 1963. She was a stay-at-home mother and babysat children in the neighborhood. Maureen loved children and was beloved by the many children she...
Randy Richard Cordova
Nov 29, 2023
With a heavy heart, we announce that beloved husband, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend Randy Richard Cordova, 55, a well-known arts and entertainment journalist and producer at The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com for more than 30 years, died on November 29, 2023, in Phoenix, Ariz. The day he died was exactly four years from the day he had been diagnosed...
David John Corbett
Nov 28, 2023
David John Corbett, 51 years old of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on November 28, 2023. An Arizona native, he was born on March 21, 1972, to his parents Barney and Carmen Corbett. Dave attended Sahuaro High School and graduated in the class of 1991. He went on to work as an Engineer in furniture design, furnishing many prominent hotels in...
Doreen Mae Bailey
Nov 28, 2023
DOREEN MAE BAILEY – passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 in Tempe, AZ. Doreen was born on March 16, 1933 in Renton, WA to Lena and Pete Balzarini. Her life’s purpose began when she met her soulmate, Vance, while working at a library in Seattle. They shared countless adventures together, their greatest raising their daughter Dayna. They also owned...
Preston Hallman
Nov 28, 2023
Preston Hallman passed away peacefully in Sun City West, Arizona on November 28, 2023. He was born on July 6, 1936, in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
Preston is survived by his loving family, who will forever cherish the memories they shared with him. Although he may no longer be physically present, his spirit will continue to guide and inspire generations...
Elizabeth Kohmescher
Nov 26, 2023
It is with great sadness that we share with you that Elizabeth Kohmescher (Betsy Upson) has passed away after a valiant fight against cancer in Phoenix, Arizona.
Betsy is predeceased by her parents, Robert and Ruth (Parker) Upson, as well as by her brother, Andrew.
Betsy is survived by her husband, Michael and their two sons, David and Benjamin. Sisters...
Aurora L. Gonzales
Nov 26, 2023
On November 26, 2023 Aurora Lyles Gonzales fought the good fight, and finished the race. Through her fervent faith and the Grace of a Holy death she flew into the arms of Christ on the Solemnity of Christ the King. As if that wasn’t enough, Jesus allowed her to enter heaven on our father Pete’s birthday.
She was known...
Dr. Rudolph Alton Reid, Jr.
Nov 25, 2023
Dr. Rudolph Alton Reid, Jr. was born on June 6, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the son of Dr. Rudolph Alton Reid and Elaine Woodford Reid, both deceased. He passed away following a long illness on November 25, 2023.
Rudy attended public schools in Washington DC. He attended Mckinley Technical High School and enlisted in the US Navy following...
Franciscan Brother Scott William Slattum
Nov 19, 2023
Franciscan Brother Scott William Slattum, OFM, 49, passed away suddenly from a fatal heart attack on November 19, 2023 in Phoenix. He was born on August 1, 1974, in Salem, Oregon, to LeRoy and Arlene (Macnab) Slattum. He was the middle child between two brothers: Eric and Jeffery. Scott was proud to have Viking blood from his father’s side. He...
Mary Louise Campo
Nov 17, 2023
Mary Lou came to Phoenix as a young girl 80 years ago and graduated from St. Mary’s Grammar School and St. Mary’s High School. She attended ASU. She spent her life as an executive secretary to bank presidents and became a legal secretary in later life. She has been active in Diocese of Phoenix Catholic charities during her lifetime. ...
James P. Moriarity
Nov 16, 2023
James Paul Moriarty, “Jim”, 60, a resident of the Gaston community, died Thursday, November 16, 2023, at OHSU in Portland. Private Cremation Rites, Hoyt Crematory, Forest Grove, Oregon.
JAMES PAUL MORIARITY was born February 5, 1963, in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of the late Philip Moriarity and Diane (Parent) Schardt. He was raised and received his education in the Phoenix community....
Daniel Samuel Grossman
Nov 16, 2023
Our beloved dad, brother, “Papa,” uncle, cousin, and dear friend Daniel Grossman lost his courageous battle with cancer on November 16, 2023. Danny was a long-time resident of Cedarburg, Wisconsin. He enjoyed retirement in the Saddlebrooke Community of Tucson and recently the Clarendale Community of Phoenix, Arizona.
Danny was born in New York City on July 21, 1946. His parents...
Rodney Brown
Nov 16, 2023
Rodney Brown was named Roderick Allen Brown when he was born on December 9, 1958, 7 lbs. and 9 oz. He grew into this wonderful human being I called my Son. He has three Brothers Kenneth Brown, Jr. (older) and Keith & Tracy Brown (younger).
He attended William T. Machan grade school and went to North Phoenix High School. He...
Pauline Rollman
Nov 16, 2023
Pauline Rollman, 90, of Phoenix, AZ died on November 16, 2023 due to complications of a long journey with Dementia. Pauline was born in Greenwich Township, PA and was the dearly loved wife of George Rollman for 63 years until George’s death. She served in the critical role of a military wife, supporting George in his Air Force career, raising...
Norma Kelly
Nov 14, 2023
Norma Lee Hannas Kelly, 96, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023 at the Hospice of the Valley, Ryan House, after a heart attack a few months earlier. Norma was born on April 18, 1927 in Wildwood, Florida. She was one of four girls born to Guy W. Hannas and Corabel (Cheshire) Hannas. After her birth, her family moved to...
James A. Fauci
Nov 13, 2023
James A. Fauci, 90, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family on November 13, 2023. James was born in Chicago in 1933. He moved to Phoenix in the 50’s. After serving in the Army, he met and married Dortha Lee Franklin. They were married for 60 years and had four children Angelo, Vincent, Daniel and Laura.
He started...
Carlos John Sanchez
Nov 13, 2023
Phoenix - Carlos "Curly" J. Sanchez, age 92 passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023 with his family at his side. He was born on July 12, 1931 in Superior, AZ but was raised in Phoenix, AZ.
Carlos was preceded in death by his parents, Gumercindo and Marianne, his ex wife, Emmaand his son Marcus. He was a devoted and...
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