Obituaries

Obituaries

DeOnne Ward Anderson

DeOnne Ward Anderson

Oct 25, 2025

DeOnne Ward Anderson, born on December 16, 1953, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully at her home in Phoenix, Arizona, on October 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. DeOnne lived a life characterized by her deep commitment to family, education, and community.

DeOnne was united in marriage to Orin Anderson on April 1, 1992. DeOnne’s family was her pride...

Richard Lee and Ann Riordan Westphal

Richard Lee and Ann Riordan Westphal

Oct 24, 2025

Richard Lee Westphal and Ann Riordan Westphal

Entered Heaven Together Friday, October 24, 2025. It was a joyful sorrowful miracle to watch them leave this world, side by side, hand in hand. They never wanted to spend a day on earth apart. They lived 65 years in a loving faithful marriage and raised a beautiful family.

Richard Lee Westphal, “Dick”, was born...

Mike P. Aldaco, Jr.

Mike P. Aldaco, Jr.

Oct 24, 2025

Mike P. Aldaco Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona died of natural causes age 68 on October 24, 2025. Mike was born June 25, 1957 in Phoenix, Arizona to Mike Sr. and Santos Padilla Aldaco, the third of four children and only son. He graduated from Carl T. Hayden High School in 1975, was state wrestling champ 1975, loved football and was...

Joan Cooper Nastro

Joan Cooper Nastro

Oct 24, 2025

Joan Cooper Nastro passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025 at the age of 87. Joan and her twin sister, Janet, were born on July 9, 1938 in Phoenix, Arizona to Verna and Newton Cooper, who were proud to have the first twins in the family.

Since the family business was cotton farming, her hometown was Casa Grande, AZ. She graduated...

Amil S. Habash

Amil S. Habash

Oct 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved Amil Salem Habash. 77 years old of Chandler, Arizona, he peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on October 24, 2025. He was born in Jerusalem, Palestine on February 1, 1948, to his parents Salem and Bedia Habash.

Amil is survived by his beloved wife Nabila...

Helen Aguilar Galaviz

Helen Aguilar Galaviz

Oct 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved matriarch, Helen Aguilar-Galaviz. Helen left this world peacefully on October 23, 2025, at the age of 88, embraced by the love and presence of her family in the days before her passing.

Helen was born in her beloved hometown of Globe, Arizona, on April 2, 1937, to Tomasa...

Guy Mancuso

Guy Mancuso

Oct 22, 2025

Guy Mancuso, 68, of Cave Creek, Arizona, born in Hamilton Township, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025 surrounded by family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years Nancy; their children, Cali (son in law Jeff) and Jack ; and four treasured grandsons, Brooks, Davis, Jaxson and Gunnar and brother Tom ( wife Nancy, children...

Susan S. Stowe

Susan S. Stowe

Oct 22, 2025

Susan S. Stowe, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 22, 2025, at her home in Phoenix, Arizona. Her devoted husband, Gary, was near her side.

Born on January 25, 1943, in Cranston, Rhode Island, Susan was the daughter of Donald and Helen (Clayton) Ormerod. After graduating from high school in Cranston, she...

Peter Carriell

Peter Carriell

Oct 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Peter CarriellFebruary 10, 1937 – October 22, 2025

Peter Carriell was the quintessential husband, father, grandfather, and devoted Catholic whose life was richly woven with faith, family, and a passionate love for the game of golf.

Peter was born in Santiago, Chile, on February 10, 1937. His love for golf was discovered at an early age and would ultimately...

Diego Martinez

Diego Martinez

Oct 18, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Diego Martinez. Our family is devastated by the loss of our bright, witty, creative, and goofy soul.

Diego is a renowned chef in the Martinez household. He fixed any household problem and could probably most likely get your car running again. Truly a jack of all trades. It has...

Raymond Sanchez Balderas

Raymond Sanchez Balderas

Oct 17, 2025

It is with deep love and sadness that we share the passing of Ray Balderas, 70 years young who left our family too soon in his life. His departure left so much of his life behind with so many things and projects left to do and enjoy. So many people, friends and family left to see and so many words...

Ted Lee Zimmerman

Ted Lee Zimmerman

Oct 16, 2025

Ted Lee Zimmerman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, and friend, was peacefully called home to Jesus on October 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Born Ted Wooley on March 5, 1943, he was adopted by his stepfather at age 12 and carried the Zimmerman name. He attended Cadott High School, Class...

Norman Victor Balderrama

Norman Victor Balderrama

Oct 16, 2025

Norman Victor Balderrama, age 70, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away peacefully on October 16th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 25th,1954 in Phoenix, Norman was a devoted Husband, proud Father, and cherished Grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years Norma, his three sons Gregg, Adrian and Andrew, and his 7 grandchildren, who brought him...

Olivia Sue Chornopysky

Olivia Sue Chornopysky

Oct 15, 2025

Olivia “Sue” Burwell Chornopysky, 85, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on October 15, 2025. She was born on November 24, 1939, in Phoenix, AZ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nick Chornopysky, and granddaughter Danielle Stewart. Survivors include a son: William Morgan, and daughters: Natalie Belotti (Michele/Michael), Ann Guzylak (Steve), Teresa Abernethy (Craig), Susana Tzadok (Moshe), 11 grandchildren:...

George L. Sermeño

George L. Sermeño

Oct 14, 2025

George L. Sermeño 63, from Phoenix AZ passed away at his job site on Oct 14th 2025. Born to Richard C. Sermeño and Aurelia G Sermeño on Nov 30 1961. George was known for his beautiful, charming smile and his very well creased shirts and jeans along with his unique “suave walk”. ‘Who could forget that! ...All while being his...

Susan Jo Folz

Susan Jo Folz

Oct 14, 2025

Susie, age 73, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 14, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. Born on April 18, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa, Susie moved to Phoenix in 1974, where she built a beautiful life rooted in love, family, friends, faith and service.

Susie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from St. Louis University...

Kelley Ann McNeill

Kelley Ann McNeill

Oct 14, 2025

Kelley Ann McNeill, 65, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025.

Kelley was born on January 5, 1960 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was a graduate of Bishop Dwenger High School and the Indiana University Kelley School of Business.

Throughout her life, Kelley followed her curiosity and extraordinary compassion wherever they led. Her varied path included retail management, marketing,...

Jeffrey A. Marrell

Jeffrey A. Marrell

Oct 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey A. Marrell, 54, who left this world far too soon on October 14, 2025. Jeff was a beloved son, brother, uncle, partner, and friend. Though he was unmarried, he shared a cherished relationship with his significant other, Rosie, who brought love and joy to his...

Susan Benedict Colella

Susan Benedict Colella

Oct 13, 2025

Susan Benedict Colella, born Madelyn Susan Steinberg on December 19, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Susan graduated from Senn High School in Chicago and pursued several years of college locally. She developed strong administrative skills that supported her throughout her early adult life. She thoroughly enjoyed playing cards and Mahjong well into her...

Dora Pacheco

Dora Pacheco

Oct 11, 2025

Our beloved Dora J. Pacheco entered eternal rest, surrounded by her loving family, on October 11, 2025, at the blessed age of 92. Born on December 20, 1932, Dora lived a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to her family.

Family was Dora’s greatest joy and proudest accomplishment. She is survived by her children: Dolly Herrera (Fernando), Robert Pacheco (Lucille),...