Obituaries

October 3, 1931 ~ October 3, 2020Therese Valois Plante-Endres was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. She passed awayat 11:14pm on her 89th birthday, something ironic given she never did like to celebrateher own special day.She married at a young age and moved to California with her late husband, Ed. Afterliving there a number of years, they relocated to Arizona. She...

Rosita Vasquez Enriquez passed away on October 4, 2020. She was born in Phoenix, Arizona on March 31, 1932. She is survived by her children: Theresa Hutcheson, Michael Enriquez and Ray Enriquez, her grandchildren: Eric, Taylor, Megan, and Andrew, great-grandchildren: Mattix and Addison, and her sister Nancy. She will be missed by many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.Rosita was a...

Marcella Irene Valencia, 76, of Phoenix, Arizona was born into heaven on September 21, 2020. Marcie’s final breath on earth was taken surrounded by her loving family, and we are certain she was greeted into the loving arms of her eternal love, Carlos Valencia, now joined for eternity in heaven.Marcie was born on Friday, December 3, 1943 to Manuel and...

October 1, 2020 Donna Jean Lespron was reunited in Heaven with her greatest love, Cachie. Donna was born May 15, 1939 to Lorraine & Edward Wiedow of Chicago, Illinois.Donna moved to Phoenix as a child and attended school in Balsz school district, graduating from Phoenix Union High School. She devoted her life to her family, spending countless hours on a...

John C. Ginakes, 79, of Scottsdale, AZ fell asleep in the Lord on September 27, 2020, just one day before his 80th birthday. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Polly, his three children: TeAnn (Michael) Philippis, Elena Atkins, and Tino (Kristen) Ginakes. He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren: Kayla (Evan), Ashten, Ernie, Timmy, Sophia,...

Jose “Joe” C. Verdugo Jr. born January 17, 1941, passed away on August 27, 2020. He went home to be with his Maker and Heavenly Father. With heavy hearts and tearful eyes, we said goodbye to our beloved Dad, Tata, Big Brother, Tio, Cousin and Friend.He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Amelia Ramon, parents, Mr....

Martha J. Hager, 91, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at home surrounded by her loved ones. Martha was born on March 25, 1929 to Florence and Harlan Wyckoff of Farmer City, Illinois where she grew up. Martha attended Illinois Wesleyan University where she majored in English and was a member of the Sigma Kappa...

William (Bill) Glaseman,105, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2020. He’s survived by his daughter, Gwen Glaseman Worthington, and his granddaughters Adriene Worthington, Sara Worthington-Formosa, and her husband Ryan.Born on April 7, 1915, in Toronto, Canada, his family immigrated to the United States in 1919. Growing up in Chicago, he worked in his father’s habidashiry...

September 19,1943 – September 16, 2020We lost our beloved father and friend, Edward Reyes Amador. Edward (Eddie) graduated from Globe High School in 1962 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in 1966. He was widowed in 2017 after fifty years of marriage to his beautiful wife, Yvonne Amador. Eddie leaves behind his two children Edward...

Larry Frank Wilson passed away at his Scottsdale, AZ home on September 17 at the age of 82.A legendary figure in NFL history, Wilson built a Hall of Fame career as a tenacious defender for 13 seasons before serving 30 years in the Cardinals front office. His on-field persona as an aggressive, ferocious player who re-defined the safety position stood...

Angus Howe McLoone was born on October 19, 1978 in Phoenix, Arizona. He left this world and ascended to heaven on September 18, 2020 due to complications from a recent automobile accident. He was surrounded by loving family members at the time of his passing.Angus graduated from Brophy College Preparatory and indeed became part of the “Men for Others to...

Born: January 10th, 1942 in Davenport, IowaDied: August 31st, 2020 in Phoenix, ArizonaRich Wolfe passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer on August 31, 2020. Raised in Lost Nation, Iowa, Rich graduated from Davenport Assumption High School in 1960, and the University of Notre Dame in 1964.Rich excelled at marketing – first with a successful business in New York...

With deepest sorrow and heartbreak, we announce that Nicholas Michael Amari (Nick), age 30, our beloved son, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed suddenly on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Those who knew Nick for any length of time have lost a unique personality characterized by humor, intellect, varied interests, empathy, big-heartedness, enthusiasm, and love. Nick was always concerned about those who...

Steve Chavira, 84, a native of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on September 20, 2020. Steve is survived by his wife Molly, four children, Carmen, Steven, Gregory and Andy, and three grandchildren. Visitation only will be held from 11 AM – 12 PM. on Friday, September 25, 2020 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix.In lieu...

On September 17, 2020, Thomas “Tom” Lee Burger, 67, sadly lost his hard-fought battle with cancer, surrounded by his adoring family. Tom was born in Jasper, Indiana and moved to Phoenix, Arizona around 1955. Tom married his best friend, Nancy Hite, in 1975. They were devoted to and loved one another for 45 years, and together they raised 3 wonderful...

Mary Louise Hubbs passed peacefully on September 15, 2020. She was born on October 2, 1935 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mary was the youngest of eight children. As a “rare native” of Arizona, Mary graduated from Xavier College Preparatory. After high school, she entered the convent to serve the Lord. During that time, Mary began teaching and spent much of her...

Todd Allen Dillard, 39, passed suddenly and peacefully at his home on September 17, 2020. The funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 10:30am at Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona. Interment will be held at a later date.Todd was born in Beaumont, Texas to Scott Dillard and Jan Dillard. He was raised in...

With sadness, Harriet Behl went to be with the Lord on September 12, 2020.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph Behl, and her beloved dog Zorro (Schnauzer),Charles O’Malley, Loretta O’Malley, Thomas O’Malley, Charles O’Malley, James Stark, Patricia Donatos.Harriet is survived by Jane Landseadel, Robert Landeseadel (grandson), Robert Landseadel III, William and Judith Murphy, Patty and Thom Fischer,...

Patricia Fuentes, 55, passed on September 10, 2020 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born on February 2, 1965 to her parents Jesus DeLeon Fuentes and Mary Rita Garcia in Boise, Idaho. Patricia is survived by her 4 sons; Adam, Luis, Christopher and Dwayne, 2 daughters; Kristina and Jewel, 1 brother, 8 sisters, and 8 grandchildren. She will be held in...

Joseph Michael Bettini, 80, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jean; his four daughters, Andrea, Lisa, Michele, and Marcela; his six grandchildren; and his three sisters, Sandra, Micki, and Mary.Joe was born on August 8, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Phoenix...