Heritage Funeral Chapel
Trust, Compassion and Affordability Since 1981
The Heritage Family of Funeral Homes have served the greater Phoenix area for 30 years under the careful guidance of the Stobierski family. Today, as a third generation family-owned firm, we have become the area’s most preferred funeral homes by providing the highest level of service to our community.
As a full-service firm with eight convenient funeral home locations, five cemeteries and two privately owned crematories, we have consistently offered the area’s most reasonable prices in funeral services. We take personal pride in the beauty of our facilities and the professionalism of our staff.
We welcome you to visit our funeral homes and become acquainted with our comfortable facilities and meet our compassionate staff. Please consider this a personal invitation, from our family to yours.
Our Obituaries
Sophia "Sophie" Marie Wojcik
April 18, 1922 - May 22, 2013
Sophia "Sophie" Marie Wojcik, age 91, passed away on May 22, 2013. Sophie was born in Pennsylvania on April 18, 1922, but her family soon moved to Ohio where she grew up. In 1941 Sophie met her future husband Henry Wojcik, and they were married in 1945. Sophie and Henry remained in Ohio until 1981 when they made the decision to move to Arizona. She enjoyed the warmth and sunshine of Arizona...
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Lorretta Louise Snow
March 31, 1939 - May 21, 2013
Lorretta Louise Snow, 74, passed away May 21, 2013. She was born March 31, 1939 in Atchison, KS to Roy and Clara (Davis) Barnett. Lorretta was preceded in death by her husband James McEwen. She is survived by her daughter Kathy (Chuck) Brokschmidt, step son Brandon (Dawn) McEwen, grandchildren Aaron (Kim) Brokschmidt, Ashley (Kevin)Moe, Charissa Brokschmidt, Hailey and Holly McEwen, great...
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Jeremy Ethan Skramstad
April 17, 1996 - May 14, 2013
Jeremy Ethan Skramstad, 17, died May 14, 2013 as a result of injuries sustained from a tragic accident. Jeremy, an Arizona native, was a student at Peoria High School and an active member of the Youth Group at Trinity Bible Church where he was richly nurtured in his faith and surrounded in Christian love. The family is very grateful for the hope and peace Trinity brought to Jeremy's life and...
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Vera Painter
December 13, 1926 - May 14, 2013
Vera Jean Painter, 86, passed away May 14, 2013. She was born December 13, 1926 in Phoenix, AZ to John and Katie (Dillon) Hensley. Jean was raised in Moreland, OK. She and her husband moved to California and then to Arizona in 1957. She owned and operated three Jean's Sportogs Clothing stores in the Sun City areas for over 30 years. She enjoyed traveling, painting, spending time on the Rim...
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Eugene Adamus
December 17, 1929 - May 12, 2013
Eugene Adamus, 83, passed away May 12, 2013 in Sun City West. Loving husband of Frances (Kasia) for 58 years. Beloved father of Christine (Jerry) Schumann and Helen (Gary) Anetsberger. Proud grandfather of Matthew, Nicole, Ryan and Ashley. Dear brother to Ryszard, Stanislaw, Jozef, Tadeusz and the late Marian. Fond brother in law of Christine and Tony (Marcia). Cherished Uncle, Cousin and...
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Harold J. Burgett, Sr.
October 31, 1931 - May 8, 2013
Harold J. Burgett, Sr. passed away May 8, 2013. He was born on October 31, 1931 in Port Huron, MI to the late Orrin and Edith Burgett. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years Shirley, 5 children Jeannie (Mike) Johnson, Joy (Keith) Murray, Harold "John" (Lois) Burgett, Jr., Janet Burgett and James (Lauri) Burgett; sister Dorothy Allen; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. In...
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Mary F. Flores
April 15, 1920 - May 7, 2013
Mary Fernandez Flores, 93, passed away on May 7, 2013. Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband Ramon M. Flores. She is survived by her children Ray Fernandez Flores (Gloria), Lucy Johnson (Jerry), Five Grandchildren Fred Flores, Mona Flores, Darwin Johnson, Teri Johnson, Melissa Jakes, Five Great-Grandchildren Devin Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Alexis Johnson, Bailey Flores, Nickolas Jakes...
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Austen Howell
October 5, 1994 - May 4, 2013
Austen Howell passed away unexpectedly on May 4, 2013. He was born in Phoenix on October 5, 1994. His passion and profession was the fitness world and he helped many people achieve their goals along the way. He will be greatly missed by his parents Cheryl and Joe, little sister Lizzy, Nanny and Grampy (AKA Cary & Connie Deise) and Grandparents Lew & Suzy Howell, his true love Jess, his...
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Martin "Marty" Kenneth Stevens
June 2, 1989 - April 30, 2013
Martin "Marty" Kenneth Stevens left us on April 30, 2013 to be with God. He was born on June 2, 1989 to Mark and Kristi Stevens and was the light of their lives. Martin was born prematurely at St. Joseph Hospital and had a tough start in life. Marty excelled at sports at Oakwood Elementary and later at Cactus High School where he graduated in 2008. Marty had so many friends in his life and...
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Mark Alexander Marquez
September 24, 1984 - April 29, 2013
Mark Alexander Marquez passed away suddenly on Monday, April 29th, 2013. Born September 24, 1984, Mark was a loving husband and father and a beloved son and brother. He was completely loyal and the best friend a person could ever ask for. He touched so many lives with his kindness and humor. Mark was one of the most giving people you would have ever met. He would give you the shirt off his back...
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Rochelle Joanne Rojas
December 8, 1969 - April 26, 2013
There is a new angel in heaven. Our sweetheart, Rochelle Rojas went to dance with the angels early Friday morning April 26, 2013
She was born on December 8, 1969 in Montebello Ca. and attended Mission Viejo High School. She was a Realtor for many years in Phoenix AZ. and retired to become her own property manager.
Rochelle will be greatly missed by her loving family. She is survived by her...
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Peter J. Santi , Jr.
August 22, 1968 - April 25, 2013
Peter J. Santi, Jr., 44, passed away unexpectedly on April 25, 2013. He was born in Phoenix on August 22, 1968 to Linda Whitlatch and the late Peter J. Santi, Sr. Peter was an avid fan of all sports, especially baseball. He loved camping and playing softball and teaching his children his knowledge of sports and music and to be the people they are growing to be. In addition to his mother, Linda...
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Bobbie Louise Durham
September 23, 1931 - April 21, 2013
Bobbie Louise Inman-Stewart-Durham, 82, was called home by our heavenly Father on April 21, 2013. Bobbie was born on September 23, 1931 in Batesville, Arkansas to Clayte and Faye Inman. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her biggest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She was a true Angel among us and will be dearly missed.
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Anna Bride Dermody
February 26, 1941 - April 21, 2013
Anna Bride Dermody passed away on April 21, 2013. She was born on February 26, 1941 in Chicago. Anna married her beloved husband Ronald in 1958. She is survived by her husband Ronald, daughter Donna (Mike) Low and her two grandsons Michael and Danny. A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 26, 2013 at Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 W Dunlap Ave, Phoenix from...
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Russell Kemmit
September 29, 1945 - April 17, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce that Russ Kemmit President and Founder of Golf Tournaments Inc. (GTI) passed away at Hospice of the Valley in Goodyear, AZ on April 17, 2013 after a long hard fought battle with cancer. He was born September 29, 1945 in Harvey, ND to Albert and Lenora (Adam) Kemmit. Russ founded GTI in 1987 as a small golf car company doing sales and rentals in Colorado...
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Joyce L. Hacker
October 30, 1927 - April 13, 2013
Joyce was born in Marion, Ohio on October 30, 1927 to Harry and Pauline Buckingham, as one of five children. She graduated from Harding High School where she was a cheerleader. She worked in retail sales until marrying her love, Charles "Ted" Hacker on May 19, 1946. Joyce set off on a wonderful life of farming and mothering in Cardington, Ohio. In 1964, she and her family moved to Phoenix...
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Peggy Josephine Bills
April 10, 1929 - April 13, 2013
Peggy Josephine Bills peacefully said good-bye on April 13, 2013, three days after her 84th birthday. She was born on April 10, 1929 in Richland, Texas to Dock and Rena Omey. On June 25, 1948, she married Harold Bills, a handsome and determined young U.S. Air Force lieutenant. Together they had three children: Wendy, Anthony and Geoffrey. Peggy was an incredible seamstress and upholsterer;...
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Ralph Albert Lupro III
May 17, 1948 - April 13, 2013
Ralph Albert Lupro, III passed away April 13, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born on May 17, 1948 in Williamsport, PA to Teresa Lupro and the late Ralph A. Lupro, Jr. Ralph was a Vietnam Veteran serving with US Army. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with horses with the Arizona Arabian Horse Association. In addition to his mother Ralph is survived by his wife Rose, three...
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Vergene Dawn Brown
November 5, 1930 - April 5, 2013
Vergene Dawn Brown, 82, passed away April 5, 2013. She was born November 5, 1930 in Glidden, IA to Owen and Alice (Gardner) Gearhart. Vergene is survived by her husband Deane Brown, children Bonnie (Larry) Oleksa and Jeff (Rosanne) Brown, grandchildren Aaron Brown, Faith Brown, Allison Oleksa and Jeremy (Becky) Oleksa, great grandchildren Vincent Abeyta and Elayna Brown, brothers Lamoine...
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Clarice Virginia Weeks
August 1, 1921 - April 4, 2013
Clarice Virginia Weeks
Our precious mother Clarice passed away on April 4th, 2013 at the age of 91. Clarice was born August 1st, 1921 in Cleveland, Ohio to Frank and Florence DeMooy. She attended Cleveland Heights High School where she met the love of her life, Harry. They married on March 22, 1943, started a family and shared their life with many friends and family in Ohio before moving to...
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Aurora Pacheco
January 24, 1923 - April 1, 2013
Aurora Pacheco of Peoria, Arizona formally of Glendale, Arizona died peacefully in her sleep April 01, 2013 in the privacy of her home. Born January 24, 1923, Aurora had an unwavering faith in God. She was a member of the Capilla De Guadalupe Church in Glendale, AZ through the year 2000. She was a member of the church choir performing in Sunday masses, funerals and other special church events....
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Charles M. "Charlie" Browning
May 20, 1924 - March 31, 2013
Charles M.Browning ("Charlie")
88, of Peoria, Az passed away on March 31, 2013. Charlie was born in Rosiclare, IL on May 20, 1924. He served two tours of duty in the US Army during WW II and the Korean War and saw action in both the European and Philippines theatres. He graduated from the University of Missouri, Rolla with an under-graduate degree in Engineering and received a Masters Degree...
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John Charles Thorn
October 4, 1938 - March 31, 2013
John Charles Thorn, 74, beloved husband of (Lois) Jean Thorn of Glendale, AZ, passed away peacefully on the evening of March 31, 2013. John was born October 4, 1938 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, son of the late Aaron Mathias Thorn and Callista Catherine Thorn. He graduated from St. Mary's High School after which he proudly served four years in the U.S. Army and the Reserves. John attended AZ State...
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Kristoffer Kyle Krekeler
May 25, 1992 - March 19, 2013
Kristoffer Kyle Krekeler
Kris was born May 25, 1992 in Fort Benning, GA. He was the oldest of four children. On Monday, March 18, 2013 he passed away unexpectedly in his home in Peoria, AZ with his loving mother and sisters. Kris completed high school with honors and went on to study computer programing at Glendale Community College as he had a passion for video games. He enjoyed hanging out...
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Carmela Szymanski
May 29, 1922 - March 18, 2013
Carmela M. Szymanski, 90, passed away March 18, 2013. She was born May 29, 1922 in Buffalo, NY to Anthony and Erminia DeAngelis. Carmela is survived by her daughter Veronica M. Mutka, 3 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, sister Margaret Esposito and brother Nicholas DeAngelis. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2013, from 5 to 8 pm with a rosary at 7 pm at Heritage Funeral...
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Mary Katherine Lydon
August 15, 1938 - March 17, 2013
Mary Katherine Lydon passed away on March 17, 2013. She was born on August 15, 1938 in Chicago, IL to the late Timothy and Julia Murphy. Mary and family moved to Arizona in 1977, where she resided for 35 years. Mary was predeceased by Frank Lydon, her husband of 45 years in 2005. She is survived by four children Tim (Louise) Lydon, Daniel (Teresa) Lydon, Julie Lydon & Maureen (Randy) Daly and...
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Kenneth Edward Harper
August 21, 1921 - March 15, 2013
Kenneth Harper, a lifelong teacher and student of life, died of natural causes on Friday, March 15th, in Phoenix, AZ at the age of 91. During the last week of his life he was surrounded and cared for by his children, their spouses, and grandchildren.
Kenneth Harper was an original thinker for whom creative expression was as natural as breathing. He expressed himself through dance, carving,...
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Breana "Breezy" Brooke Hamby
April 26, 1988 - March 14, 2013
Breana "Breezy" Brooke Hamby, age 24, passed away March 14, 2013. Loving, kind and giving, Breana's personality and smile were contagious. She was loved by all and will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. Breana is finally at peace in the arms of the Lord. She is survived by her parents Daniel and Michelle Hamby, her daughter Adriona Bella Palmer-Hamby and her siblings Levi ...
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Steve Edward Barnella
November 26, 1949 - March 12, 2013
Steve E. Barnella passed away on March 12, 2013. He was born on November 26, 1949 in Bay City, MI. He loved building hot rods and fabrication. Steve is survived by his beloved wife Terri, four sons Dean (DeAnna), Tom, Bryson (Shannon) and Clark (Lora), seven grandchildren Garrett, Taylor, Ethan, Ashton, Andrew, Audrina and Lincoln (due July 5th). He was preceded in death by a grandson Seth. ...
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Ashley Erinn Alexander
June 16, 1991 - March 10, 2013
Ashley Erinn Alexander, age 21, passed away March 10, 2013. Born on June 16, 1991 in Teaneck, NJ, Ashley moved to AZ when she was three and attended Desert Heights Charter School and later graduated from Cactus High School. She leaves behind her mother Carisa Taylor-Umbrino (Rocco), father Thomas Alexander, siblings Thomas Alexander Jr. of Homesdale, PA, Donald Housell Jr. (Heather) of...
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Ellen T. Maierhofer
May 4, 1923 - March 10, 2013
Ellen T. Maierhofer passed away March 10, 2013. She was born on May 4, 1923 in Elbridge, NY to the late Edward T. MacGowan, Jr. and Margaret M. (Smiley) MacGowan. Ellen worked for Bayless Grocery Store until she retired. Her most favorite thing to do was working in her yard and spending time with family. She was part of the block watch in her neighborhood. She enjoyed staying connected with...
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Claude Reid
November 18, 1938 - March 9, 2013
Claude Reid passed away on March 9, 2013. He was born on the island of Trinidad and Tobago on November 18, 1938 to the late Witfield and Geraldine Reid. Retired Chief Fire Officer for Texaco Oil Company , he enjoyed Poetry, Classical and Steel Drum music. He loved Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Boxing and Track and Field . Claude is survived by his beloved wife Brenda, children Brian, Marlene,...
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Leonard Warren Thomas, Sr.
September 9, 1930 - March 8, 2013
Leonard Warren Thomas, SR, passed away on March 8, 2013. He was born on September 9, 1930 in Lowell, NC. He is a veteran of three wars, World War II, Berlin Airlift and Korea. He joined the Air Force in 1948 and retired in 1968. He is preceded in death by his father John D. Thomas, mother Loma S. Thomas and his brother Phillip. Leonard is survived by his wife Eleanor, son Leonard Thomas, JR ...
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Mary Liberta "Pickey" Leach
September 9, 1936 - March 7, 2013
Mary Liberta "Pickey" (Gomes) Leach was the youngest of three children born to Peter and Clarisse Gomes in Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii. She graduated from Sacred Hearts Academy in 1954. She then attended the University of Hawaii where she graduated with a degree in Institutional Management in 1958. She met Charles, her loving and devoted husband of 53 years at the Neuman Center at U of H...
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Richard "Dick" Jerome
July 18, 1931 - March 6, 2013
Richard D. "Dick" Jerome, age 81, passed away on March 6, 2013. Dick was born July 18, 1931 in Buffalo, NY. He became an Eagle Scout at the age of 17. Dick enlisted in the New York Air National Guard while in high school. He graduated from Erie County Community College in 1952 and because of a long time desire to become an Air Force fighter pilot, he applied for pilot training. He started...
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Jarrett Taylor Sexton
February 23, 2013 - March 4, 2013
Jarrett Taylor Sexton was born on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:07 pm to parents Stephan and Kristen Sexton. He weighed 2 pounds, 4 ounces and was 15 inches long.
Baby Jarrett's family was blessed to have him in their lives for nine days before he was called to his heavenly home on March 4, 2013. In his short lifespan, Jarrett experienced holding hands with his mommy and daddy, kisses...
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Maria G. McCarthy
July 12, 1928 - March 2, 2013
Maria G. McCarthy
On March 2, 2013, the wife of James R. McCarthy, Jr. passed on to her Heavenly Father. This ended a 53 year marriage. Maria was born in Waterbury, CT then moved to Peoria, AZ. She is survived by her son James R. McCarthy III of Peoria, AZ and his partner Bobby R. Owens, Jr. of Phoenix, AZ, step daughter Linda E. and Charles McCracken of Redmond, WA, step son Mr. Kim M....
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Edward E. Mueller
August 30, 1931 - March 2, 2013
Edward E. Mueller, 81, of Peoria, AZ passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2013. He was born in Venice, IL on August 30, 1931 and raised in Madison, IL. Ed married Geraldine Epperson in 1952 and together they lived in Alton, IL where Ed worked for Canham Sheet Metal and owned Farm Fresh Dairy on Milton Road in Alton. They later moved to Arizona in 1983. He is survived by his loving...
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Edward J. Ochmann, USAF (Ret.)
March 28, 1937 - March 2, 2013
MSgt. Edward J. Ochmann, USAF (Ret.), 75, passed away March 2, 2013. He was born on Staten Island, NY on March 28, 1937 to the late William and Catherine Ochmann. Ed served 21 years in the United States Air Force including one tour in Vietnam. Along with his son and grandson, Eddie, he was a champion RC plane flyer. Ed is survived by his wife Barbara O'Halloran, children Bridget (Bob) Tomson,...
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James Michael Kennedy
September 5, 1946 - March 2, 2013
James Michael Kennedy was called home to Jesus on March 2, 2013. He was born in Syracuse, NY on September 5, 1946 to the late James and Mary Kennedy. Jim is survived by his wife of 26 years Gail, two daughters Lisa (Rick) Alvarez & Trish (Michael) Masillo, two step-sons Charles (Joy) Kisselburg & Michael Kisselburg, four siblings Thomas (Joan) Kennedy, Ellen (Michael) Byrne, Tim (Robin) Kennedy...
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Gwyned Lowry
October 10, 1948 - March 2, 2013
Gwyned (Golden) Lowry was called Home on March 2, 2013. Gwyned was born on October 10, 1948 to Joe and Enolia (Strickland) Golden. She was born and raised in Peoria. She graduated from Peoria Elementary School, Peoria High School, and Glendale Community College Nursing Program. She married William J. Lowry on August 2, 1969. She worked as a nurse for 40 years and loved all her patients dearly....
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Margaret Hughes Wisener
May 20, 1932 - February 26, 2013
Margaret (Hughes) Wisener, 80, of Peoria, passed away February 26, 2013. Margaret was preceded in death by her loving husband James Dewitt (Dee), her parents, 4 brothers and 3 sisters. She is survived by her children Jay (Libby), Cathy (Brad) Butler, Chris (Merrillyn) & Jim (Anne), 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and 2 sisters Mary Sue Clifford and Melda Cagalj. Margaret was a 2nd...
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James Andrew "Andy" Roseberry
February 5, 1959 - February 26, 2013
James Andrew (Andy) Roseberry, 54, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away suddenly on February 26, 2013. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, twin brother, sister and nephew. Andy is survived by his brother George (Darcy) and sister DeeDee (Karl). Andy did not have children, but his many nieces and nephews considered him a very important part of their lives. A private family memorial service...
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Avery Jordan Thomas
March 4, 1994 - February 26, 2013
Avery Jordan Thomas, passed away on February 26, 2013. He was born March 4, 1994 to Brian & Jodi Thomas in Glendale, Arizona. He graduated from Barry Goldwater High School, attended Happy Valley Baptist Church and was recently employed at Fry's Food Store. Avery is survived by his parents, his sister Aisha Overholt, nieces Ivy Fai and Winter Renee Overholt, grandparents Norman & Maryanna...
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Curtis F. Yancy
October 7, 1931 - February 25, 2013
Curtis F. Yancy
Oct 7, 1931 – February 25, 2013
One of nine children, he was born in Coleman, TX to the late Eldredge and Lola Yancy. Married 54 years to Wanda Mioduszewski, together traveling with their "military brats" to wherever he was stationed.
He was a veteran of both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He served with the 38th Air Rescue and 31st Tactical Fighter Wing in...
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Mary Katherine Milhoan
April 16, 1952 - February 24, 2013
Mary Katherine Milhoan passed away on February 24, 2013. She was born on April 16, 1952 in Phoenix to the late Joseph and Hazel Husk. Mary is survived by her husband David, children Nathan (Vicki) Milhoan & Kirsten (Shane) Grebel, brother Robert Husk and grandchildren Justice & Warner Milhoan. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by five siblings. A service celebrating Mary's life...
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William John Williams
November 9, 1928 - February 23, 2013
William John Williams, 84, passed away February 23, 2013. He was born November 9, 1928 in Harlan, KY. William was preceded in death by his wife Natalie Williams
He is survived by his son David Williams, daughter Karen Stone, grandchildren Dana Deaner, Jonathan Williams and Daniel Williams and 2 great grandchildren. Services will be private for the family and friends. Remembrances in William...
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Marjorie Selma Holz
January 26, 1922 - February 18, 2013
" I am ready to be offered up, for the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith"
Marjorie Selma (Smith) Holz, 91, passed away in Peoria, AZ with family members by her side on February 18, 2013. Margie was born on January 26, 1922 to George and Selma (Brandt) Smith in Lyndon, Illinois. One of seven children she grew up in a...
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Charlotte Earlene Brown
July 27, 1943 - February 16, 2013
Charlotte Earlene Brown, 69, was reunited with her husband Harold on Feb. 16, 2013. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, forensic scientist and all-around amazing woman. Charlotte was born July 27, 1943 in Omaha, NE to Donald and Opal Harris. Charlotte is survived by her children Bonnie Abbott, Vincent Bruman and Brian Bruman, grandchildren Brandon, Brittnie, Phillip, David and Steven,...
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Joyce N. Ziegler
February 12, 1933 - February 11, 2013
In loving memory of Joyce N. Ziegler. She is the loving mother of five children, Don W. Ziegler, Debra Ziegler, Rick Ziegler, Larry Ziegler and Kyle Ziegler. Joyce is also survived by her mother Claudine Kizer, 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
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Robert Earl Bryant
February 24, 1967 - February 11, 2013
Robert "Bob" Earl Bryant, 45, of Peoria, AZ passed away suddenly on February 11, 2013. Originally from White Lake, MI he was retired after 25 years in Auto Parts sales. Bob enjoyed cars, sports, music and playing cards with great friends. He is survived by his wife Patricia (Basinger), sons Robert Lysle and Joseph Patrick Bryant, his father Robert Bryant of White Lake, his siblings Belinda,...
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Lucy Paris Beisecker
July 19, 1927 - February 11, 2013
Lucy Paris Beisecker, 85, passed away peacefully due to complications from Alzheimer's on February 11, 2013. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Lucy was born on July 19, 1927 in Akron, Ohio to Angelo and Maddalena (Rossi) Paris. She was raised in Akron and graduated from Garfield High School in 1946. Lucy worked at the M.O'Neil's department store until she fell...
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Dolores Felix Tafoya
November 18, 1924 - February 10, 2013
Dolores Felix Tafoya, 88, a native of Phoenix, AZ passed away on Feb. 10, 2013. Dolores attended Monroe Elementary School, Phoenix Union High School and studied pre-law at Phoenix College. During WWII, Dolores was involved with the USO. She loved to dance and big band era music. Dolores worked for 30+ years for the Federal government, retiring in 1987. Dolores was a member of the First...
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Estelle Weeks
May 19, 1933 - February 10, 2013
Estelle Weeks, 79 of Surprise, AZ passed away on February 10, 2013. A viewing for Estelle will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 from 5-7PM at Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 W. Thudnerbird Rd. Peoria, AZ with funeral to follow at 7PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Estelle's name to Hospice of the Valley.
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Raymond L. Stone
November 17, 1925 - February 10, 2013
Raymond L. Stone passed away on February 10, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born on November 17, 1925 near Centralia, MO to the late Rufus and Effie Stone. Raymond served with the United States Army during WWII and received a Purple Heart for his injuries sustained during the Battle of the Bulge. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Carole, two sons Greg (Kathy) & Kevin (Beth),...
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Marcia Jean Eaton
April 6, 1936 - February 8, 2013
Marcia Jean Eaton passed away on February 8, 2013. She was born on April 6, 1936 in Painesville, OH to the late Robert and Maude Schack, and graduated from The Andrews School for Girls in 1955. After moving to Phoenix in 1963, she showcased her many talents in various professions, including Realtor, and ultimately as a Registered Investment Adviser. Her creative abilities were abundant and...
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Bianca M. White
May 18, 1963 - February 8, 2013
Bianca M. White passed away February 8, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona. Born May 18, 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona, Bianca is survived by her husband Ray, their three dogs, her father Doanld, her brothers John & Joe, many loving sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A viewing will be at 12 PM on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at Heritage Fuenral Chapel, 6830 W. Thunderbird Rd. Peoria,...
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Philip Anthony Venezia III
June 2, 1978 - February 8, 2013
In Loving Memory of Philip Anthony Venezia, III
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Victoria Adelia Yungblut
December 11, 1921 - February 5, 2013
Victoria Adelia Yungblut went to be with the Lord surrounded by her children and grandchildren on February 5, 2013. She was born in Warren, OH on December 11, 1921 to the late George and Fannie Canahi. Victoria was predeceased by her first husband Oscar Burnette in 1997 and her second husband Donald Yungblut in 2002. She was a librarian at the Buffalo Public Library. Victoria was a devout...
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Delores Ann Roseberry
January 13, 1932 - February 4, 2013
Delores Ann Roseberry, 81, of Phoenix, AZ became one of Heaven's angels on February 4, 2013. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, George, her children Anna Mae and Bill, and grandson Billy. She is survived by her three children George, Andy and DeeDee; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and a very large extended family. She was a very special woman and touched...
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Constance "Connie" Jean Stinton
September 6, 1942 - February 4, 2013
Constance (Connie) Jean Stinton, surrounded by her family, passed away on February 4, 2013. Born in Le Mars, Iowa on September 6, 1942 to the late Gilbert and Marie Wagner, Connie began her love of travel back in 1960 by moving to Arizona with her then new husband Larry. Survived by Larry, her beloved husband of 52 years, five children; Laurie Stinton, Kerry Stinton, Russell Stinton, Stacey...
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Irene Ann Fazekas
April 24, 1931 - February 2, 2013
Irene Ann Fazekas passed away on February 2, 2013. She was born on April 24, 1931 in Cleveland, OH to the late Joseph and Barbara Nagy. Irene was predeceased by her loving husband Arthur in 1992. She is survived by a son, Michael Fazekas (Joyce), granddaughter Melissa Young (Jay), four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Irene was...
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David D. Harrison, Jr.
October 14, 1943 - January 26, 2013
David D. Harrison, Jr. passed away on January 26, 2013 in Phoenix. He was born in Carnegie, OK on October 14, 1943 to the late David and Elsie Harrison. An avid supporter of the NRA, member of the Sun City Shooters club and loved a good game of Texas Hold-em poker.
Dave is survived by his wife of 48 years Jacque, five children David, Philip, Blake (Ann), Jeff & Lucy (Wayne) Welander,...
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Peter Paul Zych, Jr.
April 24, 1941 - January 25, 2013
Peter Paul Zych, Jr, age 71, passed away January 25, 2013. He was born April 24, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI to Peter and Lottie (Kotarski) Zych Sr. Peter is survived by his children Todd (Susan) Zych, and Shannon (Brian) Harrison, grandchildren Ashley Bustos, Brandon Vanden Bos, Marcus and Myles Harrison, great grandson Silas, and five brothers and six sisters. A private celebration of Pete's...
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Mario Adam Ramirez
November 29, 1972 - January 24, 2013
Mario Adam Ramirez went to be with the Lord on January 24, 2013. He was born in Phoenix on November 29, 1972 to Gilbert Ramirez, Sr. and Diana (Rienhart) Ramirez. Mario worked for many years as a truck driver. In addition to his parents Gilbert & Diana he is survived by three children Gilbert "Gordo", Ilonnie & Mario, grandson Nicholas Beltran Ramirez, three siblings Gilbert, Jr., Yvonne (Jeff...
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John Richard Aranyos
January 5, 1940 - January 20, 2013
John Richard Aranyos passed away January 20, 2013. He was born in Royal Oak, MI on January 5, 1940 to the late John and Irene Aranyos and moved to Arizona in 1970. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Judie, five children Melissa Aranyos, Michelle Cummins, Rebecca Melton, Joshua (Teri) Aranyos, and Nicholas Aranyos, and Amy Aranyos who passed before him. Three sisters Irene Zak, Gloria Carlson...
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Anthony Matthew Bellitter
June 13, 1936 - January 20, 2013
Anthony Matthew Bellitter, 76, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on January 20, 2013 in Peoria, AZ. He was born in Buffalo, New York on June 13, 1936 to late Joseph and Libbie (Loschiavo) Pellitteri. He was a strong man with a heart of gold. Anthony was a kind loving husband, father, grandfather and friend that is loved by many. He was the kind of man that would give...
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Alison E. Gilchrist
January 5, 1962 - January 19, 2013
Alison E. Gilchrist passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 19, 2013. She was born on January 5, 1962 in Steubenville, OH to Jeanine Thompson and the late Glenn Dye. Alison worked professionally as a computer programmer, but her true passion was creating art. She enjoyed painting and ceramics, and even accomplished her dream of opening a ceramics shop.
In addition to her mother she is...
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Elias "Toby" Garcia, Jr.
January 17, 2013
Elias Garcia, Jr. "Toby" passed from this life into the new life promised by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, where he is now enjoying the things he had been unable to do these past few years due to a long illness. Our brother has finally reached the other side and found peace and rest. He is now reunited with his wife, Alice who he adored and shared many beautiful years with. His acceptance...
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Rebecca E. "Becky" Campbell
January 15, 2013
Rebecca E. "Becky" Campbell lost her battle with cancer January 15, 2013. She was born in Wells County, IN on August 22, 1934 to the late Edwin and Bernice Carmichael. Becky is survived by her husband of 56 years Bill, two sons Steve (Carol) & Bob (Gail), six grandchildren Diana, Steve, Jr., Jennifer & Matthew Campbell and William & Justin Kacer and three great grandchildren Madison, Carter &...
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Donald Ralph Keith
December 12, 1924 - January 15, 2013
Donald Ralph Keith, 88, of Phoenix, AZ passed into the presence of Jesus on January 15, 2013. He was born in Newton, Iowa on December 12, 1924. After high school Don joined the US Navy and served two years for his country. He lived and worked in Phoenix and owned three different Gulf Oil Stations during the 60's and 70's.
Don is survived by his wife, Judith Marie (Williams) of 66 years,...
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Danny Lee Scarletto, Jr.
July 4, 1960 - January 14, 2013
In Loving Memory of Danny Lee Scarletto, Jr.
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Joseph Grasso
November 12, 1933 - January 12, 2013
Joseph Grasso passed away on January 12, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born in New York, NY on November 12, 1933 to the late Ciro and Guiseppa (Cerro) Grasso. Joseph was an aircraft mechanic for 39 years for Trans World Airlines, working out of New York, Las Vegas, and finally in Phoenix. He was married to his wife, Marie, for 56 years before she passed away on July 1, 2012. His life...
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Henry P. Sullivan
May 13, 1917 - January 10, 2013
Henry P Sullivan 95 of Glendale AZ went to be with his Lord on Jan. 10th after a long illness. He was born May 13, 1917 in Somerville MA to Irish immigrants, Charles and Hannah (Beausang) Sullivan. He was one of nine children.
He is survived by Nathalie, his loving devoted wife of 66 years, two daughters Joan Hurton of Chealsea MA and Marjorie Ford of Rochester NH, a son Paul Sullivan and his...
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Lucille Anderson Dirks
April 24, 1915 - January 8, 2013
Lucille Anderson Dirks, 97, passed away January 8, 2013 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born on April 24, 1915 in Duluth, MN. Lucille's life centered around her family, her church, and her music. She was a church organist and choir director for over 80 years. She also taught piano and organ to young and old. She married Orion Anderson on April 20, 1940. They almost made it to 50 years of marriage...
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Ann M. Penksa
July 1, 1924 - January 5, 2013
Ann M. Penksa passed away peacefully January 5, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, John V. Penksa, who was the "love of her life" for well over 68 years; their children Barbara "Bunny" & Jesse Grow, Kathleen & Raul M."Butch" Perez, John E. "Jack" & Jane Penksa; grandchildren; Keith & Carla Grow, Amy & Scott Tyner, Sweeten Penksa, Christian Perez, Audrey & Jacob...
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Nathan Earl "Pete" Stith
January 20, 1937 - January 2, 2013
Nathan Earl "Pete" Stith, 75, of Phoenix, Arizona, peacefully entered into everlasting life on January 2, 2013 after fighting the past ten years from the affects
of lung cancer. Pete was born on January 20, 1937 to Joe Nathan and Minnie Odell Stith in Wakefield, Virginia and is preceded in death by his parents and sister Shirley Denson. Nathan is survived by Linda Schwab, his constant...
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Wilma June Campbell
June 17, 1928 - December 30, 2012
Wilma June Campbell age 84, died December 30, 2012 in Phoenix, AZ. Wilma or June was born in Rush Center, KS on June 17, 1928. June was the daughter of R.A.Campbell and Fern Scranton Campbell of Rush Center, KS. June attended Rush Center Grade School and LaCrosse High School where she graduated with honors much to J's dismay in 1946.
In, 1949, June and her cousin Lenore (Lonny) Martin Davison...
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Michael Weibel
February 20, 1953 - December 29, 2012
Michael (Mike) Weibel, 59, passed away on December 29, 2012 from an aggressive form of cancer, surrounded by his family and close friends. Mike was born in Waco, TX, where his father was stationed in the US Air Force. His family moved to the Chico, CA area when Mike was a year old, where Mike spent the rest of his childhood and teen years. Mike joined the Air Force himself at the age of 19,...
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Tracy Marie Epley
April 10, 1976 - December 29, 2012
Tracy Marie Epley passed away on December 29, 2012. She was born in Rochester, MN on April 10, 1976 to Douglas Epley and Janet M. Knudson. Tracy earned her Master's Degree in Education from Arizona State University and loved to teach. Teaching was her passion.
In addition to father Doug and her mother Janet, she is survived by her step father Mike Knudson, sister Kelly Collier, half...
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Dwight Paul Baack
November 19, 1954 - December 28, 2012
On December 28, 2012 Dwight ended his battle with cancer. He was born in Sioux Falls, SD on November 19, 1954 to the late Bennett and Onalee Baack. Dwight was a devoted Minnesota Vikings fan, car enthusiast and bbq grill master. Following his graduation from Brandon Valley High School he then served in the US Army. Dwight began his career at Tri-State Electric in Sioux Falls working up to...
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Rena D. LaBovick
May 19, 1930 - December 25, 2012
Rena D. LaBovick passed away December 25, 2012. She was born in Bridgeville, PA on May 19, 1930 to the late James and Bessie Novelli. Rena was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence G. LaBovick on July 1, 2011. They shared 60 years of marriage prior to his death. She is survived by three children Debbie Johnson, Jim (Karen) LaBovick & Pat Vachon, sister Elva Novelli, seven grandchildren...
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Carolyn Joyce Duthler
October 24, 1941 - December 24, 2012
Carolyn Joyce Duthler, 71, passed away December 24, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 24, 1941 and moved to Glendale, AZ in the 1970's. She is survived by sisters Barbara Elkins and Phyllis (Jim) Maynard, brother Henry (Karen) Koetsier, nephew Ronald Elkins, nieces Deborah Elkins, Kerrie (Tim) Murphy, great nephew Luke Murphy, great...
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Katherine Elizabeth Danzey
August 6, 1922 - December 22, 2012
Katherine Elizabeth (Salts) Danzey, 90, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2012, at Sterling House, an assisted living facility in Peoria, AZ. She was born on August 6, 1922, in Sewickley, PA, the middle child of Ralph Edwin Salts and (Mary) Agnes (Garvey) Salts. She grew up around Coraopolis, PA, graduating in 1940 from Moon Township High School. Known variously as "Kate" or "Kathy", she...
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James Norbert Stoegbauer
August 14, 1950 - December 21, 2012
James Norbert Stoegbauer died December 21, 2012. He is survived by his loving daughter Erin Stoegbauer , two grandchildren D.J. and Paige all of Phoenix, brother Mike Stoegbauer of Indio, CA, two sisters Mary Kay Gallagher of Carmel Valley, CA and Jean Murphy of Hadley, NY. Jim was a Vietnam War veteran. He worked for the US Postal Service as a custodian for 15 years and prior to that he was a...
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Louis C. Perna
October 6, 1937 - December 17, 2012
Louis C. Perna, 75, passed away December 17, 2012. He was born October 6, 1937 in Cincinnati, OH to Louis and Virginia (Dore) Perna. Louis received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Miami. After graduation he proudly served his country as a Captain in the United States Air Force. He retired from Proctor and Gamble after 27 years. Louis enjoyed playing golf and riding...
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Manuel Holden Grijalva
May 18, 1923 - December 16, 2012
In Loving Memory of Manuel Grijalva
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Rose Caroline Giavia
June 24, 1918 - December 14, 2012
Rose Caroline Giavia passed peacefully in Phoenix, AZ on December 14, 2012. She was born June 24, 1918 in San Francisco, CA., the daughter of Carmelo and Corina Cordano. She was a long term resident of Burlingame, CA. and was on the board of the Burlingame Woman's Club.
Rose is survived by her daughter Pamela Giavia of Phoenix, AZ.; her sister Armeda Kuhlmann of San Mateo, CA.; grandson,...
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Donald Jay DeYoung
April 26, 1924 - December 11, 2012
MSGT Donald Jay DeYoung, Ret., passed away on December 11, 2012. He was born on April 26, 1924 in Muskegon, MI to the late Jacob and Hattie DeYoung. Don retired from the Air Force after serving over 26 years and was a WWII Army Air Corp Veteran. He was part of the honor guard for the VA for many years. After retiring from the military Don was an engineering tech/trainer for Motorola.
He...
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William Bruce Swindle
November 27, 1922 - December 10, 2012
William Bruce Swindle, 90, passed away on December 10, 2012 peacefully in his sleep at home in Phoenix, Arizona.
William was born in Bartlesville, Oklahoma on November 27, 1922. He attended Iowa State and joined Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. William participated in combat operations in the European theater and graduated from Missouri Valley College after World War Two.
William started...
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Bernice Muriel Packer
May 11, 1927 - December 10, 2012
Bernice Muriel (Hastings) Packer, known to her family and friends as, "Bobbye", age 85 of Apache Junction, Arizona passed away peacefully on Monday, December 10, 2012 at her home. Bobbye was the loving wife of the late William Upton Packer.
Born in Walpole, Massachusetts, Bobbye was the daughter of the late Seth A. and Violet Viola Hastings.
In 1952 Bobbye, with her husband, Bill...
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Melba "Mel" Arleen Vanderham
January 11, 1944 - December 9, 2012
Melba "Mel" Arleen Vanderham joined her Savior on Sunday, December 9, 2012. She was born in Bowie, TX on January 11, 1944 to the late Willis and Loleta Barclay. Mel was the wife of Daryl Vanderham. She was preceded in death by her first husband Melvin L. Stewart in 1992. Mel began her career as assistant to the managing editor of her local newspaper. She went on to work as an administrative...
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Wayne Yant
August 5, 1938 - December 8, 2012
Wayne Yant, 74, passed away on December 8, 2012 with his wife, Linda and daughter Karen by his side. He was born in Lima, OH on August 5, 1938 to the late Abraham and Helen Yant. On December 29 1961, he married Linda L. Scott. They have shared 50 years of marriage. For 48 years Wayne was an orthodontic lab technician. He was an Army veteran and could very well be the last grandson of a Civil...
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Jeffrey Kalen Ericson
May 21, 1970 - December 8, 2012
Jeffrey Kalen Ericson, 42, died Saturday, December 8, 2012 at his home in Gilbert, AZ. He was born May 21, 1970 in Seattle, WA. Jeff worked as a machinist at Robrad. He enjoyed golf, dirt bike riding and racing, hunting & fishing, and family BBQ's and gatherings.
Jeff is survived by his mother, Sharon Nash DeRossett of Glendale, AZ; his father and stepmother Paul and Marian Ericson of...
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