Seybold, Joan Randall Johnson, R.H. French, Sam (In memoriam) Jerrells, Mary Kramer, Donald Eugene
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
JAMES PATRIC (SHORTY) ABELL, 91, passed away peacefully on Sept. 25 surrounded by his loving family. Shorty was born Dec. 10, 1916 in Paragould, Arkansas, to the late Emanuel and Ella Abell and was the second of nine children. Shorty served in the Army 3rd Infantry Division during World War II and earned 10 bronze stars for his service to his country. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Shorty came to Arizona in 1952 and became a meat cutter for Safeway Food Stores, where he met his beautiful wife Inez with whom he worked until his retirement in 1978. However, retirement didn't suit Shorty, so he started his own sharpening shop in his home, where he continued to work until a few weeks before his passing. Shorty is survived by his wife of almost 34 years, Inez; daughter Karan Gallagher of Coolidge, Ariz.; son Scott Abell of Victorville, Calif.; grandchildren Chris Fell, Cindy McGraugh, and Adrian Abell, along with several great-grandchildren. Shorty was blessed to have so many friends, and he and his sweet smile will be missed very much. Services were held at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Arrangements are by David's Desert Chapel Funeral Home of Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 7, 2008 P. A14
CAROL ANN BAILEY
On May 5, 2008 Heaven became a little richer as CAROL ANN BAILEY was welcomed home. An extremely loving mother of four passed away in the care of her family who gathered closely, giving her all of the love that she had always shown them.
Carol was born Sept. 2, 1943 to Helen and Mac BOUGHNER, She was an extremely happy and kind child that grew into a wonderful woman. After marrying her first and only husband Donald Ray Bailey, they soon started making their life and family together.
Together they had four beautiful children, two boys and two girls, Pamela SEIDELMAN, William BAILEY, Linda GAALAAS, and Donnie Bailey. To Carol these kids were her whole world. She gave to them whole-heartedly. Family was always her top priority and concern.
Carol is survived by not only her children but her brother Don BOUGHNER, and sister Debra BOUGHNER as well. She was also blessed with four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren who felt even more blessed to call her their “Grannie.” Her happiest times were when she was surrounded by her family and friends. To her there was nothing any better than those that God placed in her life.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 7, 2008, p. A14
JAKE “JACK” BASHAM, age 67, passed away April 29. Graveside services were held Saturday, May 3 at 11 a.m. at Skull Valley Cemetery in Skull Valley, Ariz., with military honors by the Arizona Army National Guard Honor Team. Visitation was held on Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. at Wickenburg Funeral Home.
Jake was born Jan. 18, 1941 in Princeton, W.V., to Kyle BASHAM and Frances Virginia AKERS BASHAM.
He served in the U.S. Army, and following his military service he began working in auto body repair. He worked for various auto companies. He came to Arizona in 1973, settling in Buckeye. He was employed with Manheim Auto Auctions.
Jake was an avid Harley Davidson rider and a master at shuffleboard. He played and taught many others to play at the Moose Lodge and Waddell’s Longhorn Corral.
He was preceded in death by his father Kyle BASHAM. He is survived by his mother Frances Virginia AKERS of Buckeye; brothers Dwane BASHAM of Peterstown, W.V., and Paul BASHAM of Melborne, Florida; special aunt and friend Mary Jo BELCHER of Virginia, and special cousin Jerry CARDWELL of Virginia; three step-children Dale WILCOX, Becky BURKETT (Jeff) and Valerie SMITH; step-grandchildren Michael, Cody, Shelby BURKETT, and Emily SMITH; special cousin Emma D. AKERS; and special friends James MINGUS, Susan KELLER, Charlie MANSFIELD, and Julie CARLL.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 25, 2008
ELLADEAN HAYS BITTNER, 89, died June 10 in Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by her family. She had suffered a stroke five days earlier.
Elladean, known as Ellie, was born to Roy and Hazel HAYS February 1, 1919, in Phoenix, Ariz., during the great flu pandemic. She often remarked on why she had no birth certificate: the hospital did not expect her to survive.
Ellie grew up on the Hays Ranch in Peeples Valley. Her ancestor, Boone Hays, Daniel Boone’s grandson, drove cattle to California in 1849 and began the family ranching operations, which remain in business to this day. Ellie’s father moved to Arizona in 1912 to start the Hays Cattle Company. He thought California was too crowded: “When they started raising white chickens and Jersey cows, it’s time to move.”
As a child and young woman, she worked on the open-range ranch and attended class at the one-room schoolhouse in Peeples Valley, which she successfully fought to preserve in the last years of her life. When her older sister Margaret first went to school, Ellie also packed up her things and headed across the ranch to the one room schoolhouse, only to be sent home each day, as she was too young. Ellie wouldn’t take no for an answer and, after escaping home and going to school on her own several times, she was finally allowed to attend permanently.
Ellie often shared stories of riding the range around Peeples Valley, proudly laying claim to the fact that she had ridden all of the land you could see for 360 degrees. She studied home economics at the University of Arizona, graduating in 1939. During her time at the University of Arizona, she rode with the U.S. Army Cavalry and was crowned “Aggie Queen.” She was chosen to be a member of Mortar Board, a national honor society.
Ellie married William Edward Bittner on August 5, 1944. Bill was born in 1917 in Anchorage and learned to fly in Alaska. With the shortage of pilots during World War II, Bill instructed Navy recruits in Holbrook, Ariz., where he met Ellie. They honeymooned in the territory of Alaska that year, traveling by Alaska steamship to Anchorage to meet her in-laws Catherine and Edward Bittner, and Catherine’s mother Anna Ashton, who had moved from Nome to Anchorage in 1915. There she encountered another breed of Western women - Anna, who had run the Banner Train Station outside of Nome during the gold rush, and Catherine, who won the Nome High School dog mushing race on the Bering Sea in 1914. In 1950, Ellie and Bill moved to Anchorage with their children Catherine, William and Judith.
Ellie worked for the Anchorage School District from 1951 to 1964, teaching home economics at Anchorage High School and later at East High School. She started a boys’ cooking class and an early childhood education daycare. Ellie later attended graduate school in early childhood development at Cornell University and Oregon State University.
Governor Hickel appointed Ellie to a position with the State Department of Education. In this position, Ellie traveled extensively, interviewing women in remote villages and towns around Alaska and published a study that was a pioneer effort to identify economic opportunities for women in Alaska.
Ellie returned to ranching in the early 1970s when she and Bill began splitting their time between Alaska and Arizona. She established the “Quien Sabe” Outfit, in her words a greasy sack outfit, and remained active in ranching until her death. Ellie and her Quien Sabe Outfit were featured in the “Modern Ranching Women” exhibit at the grand opening of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas, in June 2002. Ellie is included in “Hard Twist,” Barbara Van Cleve’s book on Western ranching women.
Ellie was involved in many community organizations throughout her life including the Nature Conservancy, Peeples Valley Yarnell Historical Society, and Wickenburg Cultural Organization. She served as chairman of the Desert Caballeros Western Museum and as president of the Yavapai Cattle Growers Association, which hosted the annual Calf Sale at the Hays Ranch.
She is survived by her daughter Catherine and son-in-law Senator Ted Stevens; son William and daughter-in-law Michelle; daughter Judith Bittner; granddaughters Angie Cagle and Lily Stevens; grandsons Jonathan, Daniel, William, and Nicholas Bittner; great-grandson William Edward Cagle; sister Margaret Rigden; brother John Hays and sister-in-law Mary Hays; nieces Cynthia Rigden, Anna Mary Rigden, Janie Surgent, Becky Rovey; nephews Charles Rigden and Johnny Hays; and many other beloved great nieces, great nephews and other family members.
She is preceded in death by her husband William Edward Bittner and parents Roy and Hazel Hays.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Elladean Hays Bittner will be held later this year in Wickenburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Desert Caballeros Western Museum, 21 North Frontier Street, Wickenburg, Arizona 85390, 684-2272.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
PATRICIA I. BOGGS went to her heavenly home on June 10. She was 70 years old. Patricia lived in Mora, Minn., and wintered in Wickenburg.
She is survived by husband Larry Boggs of Mora; daughter Diane Porter of Mora; son Michael (Yvette) Boggs of Petersburg, Alaska; grandchildren Trisha Porter and fiance Tom PETERSON of Mora; Derek PORTER of Mora; Nick BOGGS and Joey Boggs both of Petersburg, Alaska; sisters Luella JOHNSON and Marian (Ron) Stark both of Mora; brothers Roman (Alta) Miller of Mora; Leo Miller of Roswell, Ga.; Gene (Bev) Miller of Waconia, Minn.; Bob (Sue) Miller of Sykesville, Md.; many nieces and nephews, and her special friend Kathy STUCKY.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, June 13 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mora. Burial was at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Dresser-Methven Funeral Home, Mora, Minn.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 14, 2008, p. A11
MARCIA ARLENE BRADSHAW was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Her training as a registered nurse was obtained through the Royal Alexandria Hospital in 1942 where she was awarded the Top Proficiency Award in Patient Care. It was there that she met her husband Kenneth, who was a medical intern at the time.
She moved with her husband, Kenneth BRADSHAW, to Mercer Island, Wash., in 1959. In 1980 they moved to Sun Lakes, Ariz., where she resided until moving to Wickenburg in 2007 to be with her daughter and son-in-law.
Marcia was well known to her family and friends as a classy lady who could light up the room with her gorgeous smile. She was kind, caring, gracious, and a true expression of God’s love on this Earth. Those that knew her recognized her as the “perfect hostess.” She never met a stranger as she welcomed many into her house. She focused on each person, all the while effortlessly giving wonderful meals and sharing conversations. Each moment with Marcia, no matter how brief, left each person feeling cared for and special.
She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth BRADSHAW in 1985 and her eldest brother Lorne DUNSWORTH in January, 2008.
Marcia is survived by her two brothers Brian DUNSWORTH (wife Berenice), Bob DUNSWORTH (wife Betty), sister-in-law Nancy DUNSWORTH, daughter Brynna J. VALENZUELA (husband Johnny), son Douglas K. BRADSHAW (wife Anne), son Alan R. BRADSHAW (wife Charlotte), son Robert D. BRADSHAW, and grandchildren Nik TOMASSIAN (Kimberly), Joshua ABREU-ROSA, Zacharie BRADSHAW, Molly BRADSHAW, Eric BRADSHAW (Sarah), Kenneth BRADSHAW (Allie), Daniel BRADSHAW (Tomoyo) and Andrew BRADSHAW.
There will be a celebration of Marcia’s life planned for the upcoming summer. No other services at this time.
Arrangements are under the direction of David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home of Wickenburg.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, Marcia asked that any contributions be given to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 25, 2008
MOSCOE J. “Buck” BROWN, 76, of Wickenburg, passed away June 17. He was born August 5, 1931 in Porum, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his wife Teddie Sue, daughter Shannon, stepson Stan, three daughters from his first marriage Robyn, Cindy, and Melody, 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
His family moved to Arizona early in his life. He entered the U.S. Marine Corps and served in Korea as a pilot flying the F4 Corsair, joined the Sheriff’s Department and later became a Representative in the Arizona State Legislature from 1963-66. He later received a degree in Civil Engineering at Arizona State.
He soon realized that his passion in life was concrete and with a wheelbarrow and a bag of cement, he began an extremely successful career. He started Buck Brown Contracting in 1958 and most recently owned and operated Down To Earth Contracting for the last 20 years.
In his earlier days, his hobbies included flying planes and riding horses on the Quail Valley Ranch.
Services will be held at the Wickenburg Funeral Home on Saturday (June 28) at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to “The Alzheimer’s Association Cameo Ball Benefiting Caregiver Services” Mailed to: Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter 1028 East McDowell Road Phoenix, AZ 85006.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 21, 2008
MADELINE BURDIC, 93, a former Wickenburg resident, passed away in Tucson on May 5.
She is survived by her son Tarleton Hocker and daughter-in-law Karen HOCKER, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
WILLIAM (BILL) JENKINSON BURRIS was born Nov. 6, 1927 in Waukegan, Illinois, to Van and Florence (Jenkinson) Burris. He died in Sun City, Ariz., Aug. 19 at 80 years of age. His wife of 55 years, Frances (Yarnall) passed away last year. Bill is survived by sister Florence Schroeder of Grand Junction, Colo.; children Sue (Norman) Hoffmann of Virginia Beach, Va.; Bill (Karen) and Carol (Dennis Loescher) Burris of Flagstaff, Ariz.; Patsy (Mark) Workman of Wickenburg, Ariz.; and Janet (Wayne) Southards of Nashville, Tenn.; grandchildren Lauren and Wyatt Hoffmann; Bill, Madeline and Evan Burris; April (Nicholson), Cory and Audrey Workman; Jody and Adam Southards; and three great-grandchildren Cade, Avery and Payton Nicholson. Bill served in the U.S. Army and attended Lake Forest College. He and Fran married Feb. 2, 1952 in Chicago Ill. Bill was known to follow his dreams. He built a successful contracting company in Illinois, and he raised and showed prize-winning quarter horses. He moved to Congress, Ariz., in 1968 to pursue life as a cattle rancher on the X Lazy V Cattle Ranch. Bill then took his family to Salem, Mo., where he served as deputy sheriff while he continued to raise cattle on the Bar-B-7. In 1978, he returned to Flagstaff, Ariz., and established a successful building business. Bill explored many facets of life in Illinois, Missouri and Arizona. He always loved his horses and cherished the special friends he met along his life journey. Bill was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
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The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
October 16, 2008
WALTER KENNETH CARL, age 87, of Wickenburg, passed away Oct. 7 in Phoenix, Ariz., the result of a car accident. Graveside services were held in the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Walter was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Mae in 2007 and daughter Anita Jane Hatfield in 2005. He is survived by son Kenneth Carl (Lorraine) of Sandy, Utah; daughters Janet Jackson of Spokane, Wash.; Debra Luteyn of Laveen, Ariz.; sisters Dorothea Dailey and Gladys Noelck of Arcadia, Iowa; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 14, 2008
JOHN HENRY CHICHESTER of Wittmann passed away in his home on April 29 at the young age of 49. John was born on Sept. 11, 1958.
John will be greatly missed; he impacted so many lives in a positive way. John never knew anyone as an enemy. He treated everyone he came in contact with as a friend.
John lived a life that few people can imagine. When he was 27 years old, his kidneys failed and he lived the next 22 years on dialysis. In the last few years of his life, he developed serious heart problems, and his general health continued to deteriorate. Through all of this he always remained positive and upbeat. He never let his problems get him down and always continued to treat everyone with kindness. His gentle spirit influenced everyone he came in contact with.
John is survived by his adoptive mother Lucille, his natural mother Janelle, his brother Jim and a long list of friends.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
JACK JESSE CULP, 81, passed away at home with his wife, daughters, and family by his side in Congress, Ariz., on Sept. 28. Graveside services were in Genung Cemetery in Peeples Valley. Jack was born March 15, 1927 in Peeples Valley to the late Sarah Leisering Culp and George Wesley Culp. He grew up in Peeples Valley and Yarnell. He enlisted in the Navy during World War II and was in the CBs after the war. He also served in the reserves. Jack was proud of the time he served his country. After the war Jack met and married Laura A. Warren on Nov. 9, 1946 in Yarnell, Ariz. They have two daughters, Alice M. Culp, and Anita L. Culp. Jack worked at various ranches in the area. He worked at the Iron King Mine in Humboldt, Ariz., and also the Bagdad Copper Mine. Jack loved to team rope when he lived in Bagdad. He belonged to the Bagdad Sheriff's Posse. He became land manager for Cypress-Bagdad Copper Mine in Wikieup, Ariz. They lived there for several years, then Jack retired. Jack and Laura then moved back to the Congress area in 1989. Jack is preceded in death by his parents Sarah Leisering Culp and George Wesley Culp; brothers Gene Culp, Logan Culp, Charles Wesley Culp, George Lee Culp; and sister Dora Culp Sistrunk. He is survived by his wife Laura A. Culp; daughter Alice M. Owens and son-in-law Terry Owens of Tucson; daughter Anita L. Morrison and son-in-law Gary Morrison of Archer City, Texas; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sisters Dean Shaw and brother-in-law Marvin Shaw of Yarnell, Ariz.; Jayne Stoffer and brother-in-law Bill Stoffer of Cottonwood, Ariz.; brother Robert Culp and sister-in-law Joyce Culp of Elko, Nev.; Aunt Evelyn "Babe" Rubash of Wickenburg, Ariz.; numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. He will be forever loved by all who knew him and will not be forgotten. Family suggests memorial contributions in his memory to Prescott Hospice Family Care Foundation, 1000 E. Sheldon Street Suite 100, Prescott, AZ 86301. Arrangements under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
October 16, 2008
JOYCE DUNCAN DUNKEL, age 71, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on Oct. 10 in Sun City West. Graveside services were held at the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery. Visitation was held at Wickenburg Funeral Home. Joyce was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Maynard DUNCAN and Essie GOODYEAR DUNCAN. She came to Arizona as a child with the family, settling in Buckeye. Joyce married Ben DUNKEL, and they made their home in Buckeye later moving to Payson for a brief time, and settling in Wickenburg in the early 1980s. She was a homemaker and worked in the family business, Dunkel Electric, with her husband Ben for years. Joyce is survived by her husband Ben of Wickenburg; sons and daughters-in-law Ken and Ann Craig of Buckeye; Randall Scott and Kristi Dunkel of Mesa, Ariz.; Roger Dale and Diane Dunkel of Phoenix; Justin Miles "Corky" and Marie Dunkel of Wickenburg; daughters and sons-in-law Cheri Jo and Craig STEVENS of Chambersburg, Pa.; and Chelli Sue and Sam ROBINSON of Goodyear; brothers Bob Duncan and wife Wanda of Buckeye and Jerry Duncan of Tonopah; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by parents Maynard and Essie Duncan, brothers Edward and Joe DUNCAN, sister Mary WORKMAN and grandchildren Brandy and Cassie DUNKEL. Arrangements under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
October 16, 2008
JESS B. FISHER, age 84, passed away Oct. 7 in Harlingen, Texas. Funeral services were held at Wickenburg Funeral Home with interment in the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery. Jess was born April 25, 1924 in Wagoner, Oklahoma, to Eugene Fisher and Martha DENSMORE FISHER. He came to Arizona in 1941 at the age of 17 and soon after got his commercial driver's license and began working for C.T.I. near Flagstaff at the Navajo Army Depot. He worked for CTI for more than 48 years. After retiring, he moved to Salome, moving to Phoenix in 2001, and as of late South Padre Island, Texas. He was a member of Club Padre and the Spirit Club. He enjoyed the beach and fishing and loved to travel. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Fisher on June 17, 1998. Jess is survived by his wife Christine Fisher of Port Isabel, Texas; and children Jerri Izzo and her husband Gabe of Blythe, Calif.; Gene Fisher and his wife Lori of Poston, Ariz.; step-daughter Tiffany TOPORECK and husband Tony of Phoenix; step-son Tony JONES and wife Margo of Scottsdale; sisters Barbara ERWIN (Bill) of Wataka, Texas; Wilma MORRISON (Jack) of Red Bluff, Calif.; Martha Jean LEWIS (Sheldon) of Redding, Calif.; Virginia BLANKENSHIP of Bristow, Okla.; grandchildren Tracy IZZO (Liz), Jess IZZO (Sandy), Marty FISHER, Stephanie BOHANON (Stan); step-grandchildren Kaitlin JONES, Megan JONES, Tyler JONES, Joshua JONES, and Jackson TOPORECK; and great grandchildren Stacy, Justin, T.J., Emily, and Tyson. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 4, 2008, p. A10
Abigail Joy “Ava” Garcia was born Sept. 4, 1989 and died in a single-car crash on May 21, 2008.
Abigail was a brilliant star. She was reading at four years old. In spite of her mother’s concerns, she skipped third and seventh grades. She was determined and refused to be slowed. She entered high school at 11 years old.During her junior year at Wickenburg High School she went to Thailand as a Rotary Club exchange student - at age 14. She graduated just shy of valedictorian at 16 years old, and went to Reed College in Portland, Ore. There she found her niche - friends, acceptance, and true academic challenge.At Reed she was a Chemistry major, and the recipient of a nearly full-ride scholarship. She received a commendation for academic excellence from Reed College in 2007. She was given a full Chemistry internship at Palo Verde Nuclear Plant this summer. When asked what she would do after graduation, she said that she might work at Palo Verde for awhile and probably get her master’s degree.“But what I think I really want to do at some point is teach,” she said. “I know I’d make more money being a chemist somewhere, and I’ll probably do that for awhile. But my teachers at Wickenburg High School made a real difference in my life, and I’d like to do the same for other kids. Probably in a small town. Maybe even Wickenburg!” Ava is a giver. During finals week, she baked brownies for everyone on her dorm floor. She was taking her own finals in Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Intro to Analysis and Physics, but she found a way to give smiles to her friends. Now, in death, she is still giving. Through being an organ donor, Ava has already saved five lives, and is helping many more. Ava was the light of her mother’s life. The loss for both mother and the world is immeasurable. She was - and is - a beautiful, brilliant soul who had great things to do in this world. Even in death, she found a way to make an enormous, positive impact, saving lives and helping countless people live better. Ava is survived by her mother Tamara Thomas, her father Art Garcia, uncle and aunt Robb and Carol Thomas, uncle and aunt Julian and Ragie Garcia, numerous cousins and untold friends. A memorial was held on Thursday, May 29. Donations are being accepted for a scholarship in Abigail’s name to benefit graduating seniors at Wickenburg High School. Donations may be made at any Bank of America, in the name of Abigail Garcia c/o Tamara Thomas.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
DOLLIE RUTH COON GATES passed away on June 8 at EIRMC of a sudden illness with her family at her side.
Mom was born fourth in a family of six to Frederick and Lillie COZAD COON at Queen Creek Siding, Maricopa County, Ariz., on Feb. 21,1923. When the children were old enough to attend school, the family moved to Wickenburg.
Dollie loved her growing-up years there, even though it involved a lot of hard work. We loved her stories of the desert life, and all the things kids had to do there. Mom was not only proud of having graduated from Wickenburg High School in 1940, but that she had attended Northern Arizona University.
Mom was offered a prestigious position of being a “Harvey Girl” at the Bright Angel Lodge at the Grand Canyon. One day as she walked into the dining area in her uniform, there was a young man playing in a band who admitted that when he saw her, he totally “destroyed” the song. Elgin T. Gates married Dollie in July of 1941 in Flagstaff, Ariz.
Mom and Dad lived mostly in the Southern California area until moving to Ammon, Idaho in 1978.
Most of their married years Mom supported Dad’s dreams of speedboat racing, but especially of big game hunting. He spent months on end traveling the world on hunts, and she stayed home and raised the children. Dad said he couldn’t have done it without Mom’s love and support.
Elgin passed away in November of 1988.
Dollie was known for her flowers, her artwork, but especially for her love of family and friends. She was a member of the Church of Christ.
Mom and Dad had five children: Sharron (Ken Bogowitz) Ward of Hawaii; Irene (Tom) Graham of California; Elgin F., Randolph (Judy), and Robert (Diane) Gates all of the Ammon area, seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by brother Fred Coon Jr. of California. Mom was preceded in death by Dad, three sisters, and a granddaughter.
Services were held Friday, June 13 at Coltrin’s Mortuary. Internment at Ammon Cemetery will be a private service at a later date.
Wickenburg Sun Wickenburg, AZ
April 30, 2008
RUSTY ED HASTINGS was born Dec. 3, 1950 in Wickenburg and died April 28 at Lake Roosevelt, Ariz.
Rusty was a lifelong cowboy around Morristown and Castle Hot Springs area. As a boy, rusty attended school at the old Champie School at Castle Hot Springs. He later moved to Morristown and attended Morristown School.
Rusty spent many years as a cowboy on Desert Hills Ranch for the last Irene EVANS and Dinky MOLINA. He later managed Desert Hills for R. H. JOHNSON.
Rusty suffered poor health for many years, forcing him and his wife Marilyn to retire to Kingman and later to Lake Roosevelt where he spent the last years of his life fishing and collecting old County and Western albums.
Rusty Hastings was a true cowboy in every sense. He rode for the brand. He will be dearly missed by all his friends and loved ones.
Rusty was preceded in death by his mother Eugenia in 1981. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years Marilyn HASTINGS of Lake Roosevelt; his father Rusty HASTINGS and wife Betty of Morristown, Ariz.; brother Alvin Hastings of Williams; sisters Elaine LANCASTER of Kingman, Ariz.; Zona STODDARD of Wickenburg; Susan PAUL of Cave Creek, Ariz.; and brother Spencer HASTINGS of Phoenix, and much extended family.
Memorial services will be held Saturday (May 3) at 3 p. m. at Morristown Christian Church with a potluck to follow at Desert Hills Ranch.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated and can be made at Wells Fargo Bank, Rusty Hastings benefit account.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 21, 2008
JERRALD HAWKINSON was born July 21, 1932 in St. Paul, Minnesota. and died in Sun City West, Arizona, May 18.
Services will be Saturday (May 24) at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Wickenburg. A full obituary will be in next week’s paper.
Arrangements are by David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home of Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 28, 2008
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of JERRALD JAY HAWKINSON on May 18.
Born July 21, 1932 in St. Paul, Minn., Jerry is survived by his wife of 55 years Delaine; daughter Kim of Huntington Beach, Calif.; son Rande of San Antonio, Texas; their spouses; four granddaughters; two grandsons; brothers Donald of Melbourne, Florida, and Richard of Covington, Virginia; and sister Lois of Harlingen, Texas.
Jerry retired from the U.S. Marine Corps, and after having come up through the ranks, he completed his 20 years of service as a Captain.
The family made its home in Southern California, where he spent a number of years teaching aircraft mechanics at several local colleges. Probably one of his proudest endeavors was building a mountain home in Northern California in 1978.
He and his son Rande spent many long hours building while his wife go-ferred and manned the chain saw while his daughter Kim stained many board feet of lumber.
After various careers, he finally retired in 1994 to pursue his Swedish grandfather’s love of the violin. He learned to play and went on to repair and build fiddles.
Moving to Wickenburg in 2004, he divided his time playing at the Wise Owl and Chaparral with his bosom buddy Ernie Varner. Ernie’s band was known as Country Grass, and they played and sang as long as anyone wanted them to.
He had a repair shop in his home and helped many by repairing their instruments or simply providing parts, and advice, or hairing the bows.
Jerry was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Wickenburg, where he served in several capacities. He enjoyed studying God’s word and singing in the choir.
Cancer took him very quickly, and he will be missed more than words can say, but we know he will be playing in God’s heavenly band.
Arrangements were made by David’s Desert Chapel and Funeral Home in Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
April 23, 2008, p. A9
DENISE HOBEIN
DENISE WOLF HOBEIN of Encinitas, Calif., passed away April 21. Denise was born February 11, 1956 in Clinton, S. C.
She relocated to the West Coast and med Encinitas her home with husband, John. She was a loving mother to Paul Justin BLACK, 29 and Elizabeth (Beth) HOBEIN. She is also survived by her mother Betty WOLFE O’DELL of Hohenwald, Tennessee, sister Jean BELL of Wickenburg, Ariz., brother James E. WOLFE of S. C., niece Breanne BELL of Phoenix, Ariz., and nephew Nicholas BELL of Austin, Texas. In addition Denise is survived by numerous neighborhood “adopted” children, whose lives were touched by this warm, caring, and nurturing mother of both San Marcos and Encinitas.
A private family service at sea will be conducted on Saturday (April 26). As an animal lover “mom” to Chika, her small dog, the family is asking that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Rancho Coastal Animal Society at 389 Requezo Street, Encinitas, Ca 92024
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
July 30, 2008
JERRELLS, Mary
MARY JERRELLS, 66, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 26, after a long illness. She is survived by her beloved husband Jack and her pets Miss Penny and Miss Pearl. Mary was born in Texas on Aug. 28, 1941. Affectionately known as "Boots" by many of her friends, Mary had been a caregiver all her life. She brought professionalism, love and comfort to all who were in her charge. An active member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Mary was a member of Daughters of the King and the ECW. Mary was truly a ray of sunshine to all who knew her. Throughout her years of serious illness, she was eternally optimistic and courageous. She leaves a legion of devoted friends who have gained so much through her example and the privilege of knowing and loving her. Everyone wants to thank Hospice of the Valley for their compassionate care during her final days. Services will be held in the fall. Memorial contributions can be made in Mary's name to the Memorial Fund at St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
9 October 2008
A burial service celebrating the life of MARY "BOOTS" JERRELLS was held at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 357 W. Yavapai Street, Wickenburg AZ 85390. A reception for sharing good memories of Mary followed.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
July 30, 2008
JOHNSON, R. H.
R.H. JOHNSON passed away July 22 at the age of 92 at his home in Wickenburg with wife Marjorie at his side. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday, July 30) at the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts (1090 S. Vulture Mine Road) in Wickenburg. ROBERT HOWARD JOHNSON, an Arizona native, was born February 26, 1916 at the family home located at 1904 E. Tempe Road (now Van Buren Road) to his mother Bessie HORNBECK JOHNSON and father Alfred JOHNSON. His father was employed by Phoenix Trunk Factory on West Washington where he manufactured trunks that were strapped on the rear of automobiles of the period. His mother worked at the Boston Store in Tempe. Johnson attended Monroe and Longfellow schools and graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1933. He couldn't afford college, but he put himself through business school, the Great Western Business College in the Heard Building, and he swept the floors each night for tuition. He learned short hand and mastered typing at 120 words per minute. While attending business school, Johnson worked for the Association of General Contractors in a secretarial job, commuting to work on foot each morning at 5 a.m. In 1935, Del Webb came by the AGC offices looking for a timekeeper for his six-man office. At the age of 19 Johnson got the nod and began his career with the Del E. Webb Construction Co. at $75 per month on a dormitory construction project at Northern Arizona University. Johnson believed in hard work, and Webb was quickly aware of R.H.'s attention to detail and work ethic. Webb became his friend and mentor. By 1967 Webb had selected Johnson to be the president of the company. Then the Webb firm had grown to be active in 34 states from Hawaii to New York. The corporation's lifelines were leisure, real estate and construction, including properties like La Posada, Mountain Shadows, the Sahara Hotel in Nevada, veteran's hospitals across the United States and the Sun City development. Prior to Webb's death in 1974 he named Johnson chairman and chief executive officer of the Del Webb Corporation at the age of 56. After a long successful career with the Webb Corporation, in 1981 Johnson retired from the corporate world and immediately took on the role as president of the Del E. Webb Foundation, a non-profit private foundation organized to promote charitable work, with emphasis, but not limited to the field of health and medical research. The Foundation was a result of Webb's personal generosity. Johnson championed sizable grants with naming opportunities honoring Webb and benefiting residents of Arizona, California and Nevada. Respectful of the work done by the Foundation in the health care field and other areas, Johnson was personally proud of the Foundations' support of the Del E. Webb School of Construction at Arizona State University and the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts in Wickenburg. R.H. retired from the Foundation in November of 2007. Over his lifetime Johnson received many awards and accolades but was most humbled by the two honorary doctorate degrees bestowed upon him by Arizona State University in Tempe and Loma Linda University and Medical Center in California. Because he was so involved in the development, health care and economic vitality of the West Valley, he was also moved when honored by WESTMARC/SRP with a Best of the West Leadership Award and when named Man of the Year with the Henry Award from the Town of Wickenburg. R.H. Johnson enjoyed golf (12 handicap) and played for 26 years in the Bob Hope Desert Classic. In 1973 Johnson won the Classic with partner Arnold Palmer. He was an outstanding gardener and spent every spare moment working outside; everything he planted grew. Mr. Johnson was a quiet, generous man and he leaves behind his own legacy; The R. H. Johnson Foundation, a non-profit organization formed to support specific projects in the Wickenburg area; the place he came to call home. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Lawrence, first wife Ellamae "Mazie" DOUGLAS and daughter Susan HAUCK. He is survived by wife Marjorie and son Lawrence. In lieu of flowers; the family requests that donation be made to Hospice of the Valley, the Wickenburg Community Hospital or the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts. Arrangements entrusted to David's Desert Chapel 928-684-0710.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
9 October 2008
ROBERT LEROY KELLEY of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 4. He was born Nov. 9, 1942 to Lewis and Lucille THOMASON KELLEY in Wickenburg, Ariz. Bobby is survived by brothers Billy Kelley and Rick Kelley, sister Donna Kelley McGhee, Uncles Ira Kelley and Clyde Thomason, and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held at the Congress Cemetery. Family gathered at the home of Rick and Jana Kelley in Congress afterwards.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
Jimmy Killer was born Oct. 17, 1971 in Phoenix, Ariz. After a short time there, his mother Toni HERSHKOWITZ and father Tommy KILLER moved to Wickenburg, where he lived the majority of his life.
Jimmy loved sports - everything from hunting and fishing to becoming an all-season athlete for Wickenburg High School, where he played quarterback for the football team, guard for the basketball team, and pitcher for the baseball team. He began to excel in baseball to the point that when he moved to Arkansas, he joined an American Legion team and had the privilege of pitching in Busch Stadium, the then home of the Saint Louis Cardinals.
Jimmy worked construction, primarily drywall like his Uncle Danny, up until the accident that left him paralyzed almost a year from his 21st birthday. With such a strong will for life, Jimmy continued to battle each day for almost 15 years. Jimmy let go of life as we know it and embraced life eternal on June 7, 2008 in Phoenix.
He is survived by his mother Toni Hershkowitz of Wickenburg; father Tommy KILLER of Wickenburg; maternal grandmother Eileen BROWN of Arkansas, paternal grandmother Ruby KILLER of Wickenburg; brothers George and Billy Ray and stepbrother Aaron HERSHKOWITZ; and nephew Braydon HERSHKOWITZ.
He is preceded in death by both of his grandfathers, Merle BROWN and Don KILLER.
A celebration of his life was held at Mount Hope Assembly of God on June 11 with Pastor Duane MIDDLETON officiating.
Arrangements were made by Menke Funeral Home of Sun City with assistance from David’s Desert Chapel of Wickenburg.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 21, 2008
FARISSA KIMBRELL
It is indeed with sorrow that we announce the passing of FARISSA "Faye" KIMBRELL on May 16. Born Jan. 30, 1938 in Douglas, Ariz., she grew up in the Snowflake area in northern Arizona before moving to Phoenix.
Faye was preceded in death by her brother Frank KIMBRELL, father Albert Farris KIMBRELL, and mother Clarissa (SMITH) KIMBRELL. She is survived by sisters Nell POWELL (Loren) and JoAnn POWELL (Ramon). Nieces Bobbi (Mark) Thurman, Rae Lynn (Les) BUSI, Geri (Andy) JOHNSON, Pam (Mike) ACOSTA. Nephews Kenneth (Button) POWELL and Phillip (Michele) POWELL and special extended family of 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren and devoted friend Peggy CALHOUN.
Faye was an extraordinary nurse. Her first job she worked as a school nurse at the Grand Canyon. She also worked at several hospitals in the valley. She worked with doctors at Sun Health/Boswell Hospital to develop many groundbreaking procedures in the field of cardiology. She worked at the Mesa/Boswell School of Nursing many years and using her extensive knowledge base, was more than capable of teaching students from the beginning level up to the graduating level. She lovingly called all of them her “Cherubs”. Arizona is filled with Faye’s Cherubs! The students always came first. On one of her hospital stays, the students preparing for graduation - they hoped - were having trouble learning channels of up-load and down-load, among other things. The nurses on the station brought into her room, two conference tables and 18 chairs and she taught the students, from her bed, what they needed to know to pass their finals. That’s just the kind of person she was.
Faye has always been a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, leading choirs as well as many teaching callings. She always accepted her challenges making the best of them, and battled her illness with dignity and humor. She died from multiple system failures.
Visitation will be on Wednesday (May 21) from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wickenburg Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday (May 22) at 10 a.m. at the Wickenburg Ward building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with visitation one hour prior to services at the Church. Family graveside services will be held at the Snowflake Cemetery in Snowflake, Ariz.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Faye’s memory can be made to the Missionary Fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1060 Sunrise Trail, Wickenburg, AZ 85390.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
July 30, 2008
DONALD EUGENE KRAMER of Salome, Arizona, passed away July 25 in Sun City West, at the age of 76. He was born May 28, 1932 in Mount Carmel, Illinois, to Charles KRAMER and Beulah KING KRAMER. He moved to Snyder, Texas, and began working in the oil fields at the age of 17. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1952 where he met his wife of 52 years Shirley Judd while they were serving together at Camp Lejeune, N.C. They were married in December of 1955. Following his military service he began working for the U.S. Postal Service in 1962, working first in Moab, Utah, until 1970 when he transferred to Green River, Wyo. He was promoted to SPO (supervisor) in 1974 and later served as post master in Kimmerer, Wyo., until his retirement in 1988. He and his wife Shirley began wintering in Arizona in 1991 and have been living in Salome for the last five years. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Dee Anna KRAMER in 1975 and a sister, Thelma Mueller. Donald is survived by his wife Shirley of Salome; daughters Melody ANDERSON (Harold) of Richland, Iowa; and Lee Anna RICHARDS (Nate) of Green River, Wyoming; brother Chuck TANNER ( Vickie) of Bullhead City, Ariz.; and sister Joyce PICKENS of Minnesota; grandchildren Tiffany, Thomas, and Harmon Anderson and Kimberly MANSIR; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held in the fall in Bouse, Ariz. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
June 11, 2008
ALICE B. MAGLIO passed away June 7 with her family by her side. She was born June 5, 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisc., to Ernest Naylor and Mildred Hahn Naylor.
She retired from the K-Mart Corporation after 22 years of service.
Alice and her husband Joseph moved to Wickenburg in October in 1992 from Oconomowoc, Wisc. Alice was active in the community. She had served as past president of the Elks Ladies Auxiliary, she was a member of the Wickenburg Red Hat Club and served as a volunteer at the Wickenburg Community Hospital in the gift shop. She had worked in the family retail store from 1997 to 2002. She also assisted her son Joe at his American Family Insurance Agency as a receptionist for years.
Alice was an avid bowler and card player and enjoyed bingo. She loved to travel to Laughlin, and she and husband Joseph had organized the monthly Elk’s Laughlin trips.
Alice was the loving wife and best friend of 54 years to Joseph C. MAGLIO and loving mother of Chuck (Shelley) of Oak Creek, Wisc.; Jim (Patty) of Oconomowoc, Wisc.;, Joe (Jeannie) of Wickenburg; and Jeff (Debbie) of Oconomowoc, Wisc. She was loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and she is survived by family and many friends.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Uvas and Katie and staff and to Hospice of the Valley. The family suggests any memorial contributions in Alice’s memory be made to the American Cancer Society. Private family services were held.
Arrangements are by Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
April 30, 2008, p. A12
Mrs. VIOLA MABLE McCOLLUM “Vi,” age 98, passed away April 27 in Auburn, Calif. Viola was born Sept. 8, 1909 in Jefferson, Missouri, to Ulysses Grant CROW and Nettie Baxter CROW.
Vi moved to California as a young woman and began business college. She soon became a dental assistant where she met husband Pharo Phelps. They had three children. After Pharo’s death, Viola worked as a bar and restaurant manager, studied to get her brokers license and began selling real estate. She met Mac McCOLLUM and they soon married. They enjoyed extensive traveling and moved to Wickenburg, Ariz., in 1976 to settle down. She was a longtime resident of the Country Club Park in Wickenburg.
Viola was preceded in death by her husband Robert N. McCOLLUM on April 6, 1987 and son Raymond PHELPS in 2006. She is survived by twin daughters Nancy Ruth KIDDER of Auburn, Calif., and Norma Jean SPEARS of Bishop, Calif.; grandchildren Misty and Melissa PHELPS both of Long beach, Calif.; Tami BROWN of Sierra City, Calif.; Christopher WATSON of Auburn, Calif.; Sherri LEE of Bishop, Calif.; and seven great-grandchildren.
Five foot tow, eyes of blue, with a spirit that was 10 feet tall. She often offered the advice “Turn the page,” and it is with heavy hearts that we do.
Graveside services at the Wickenburg Municipal cemetery are pending. For more information call Wickenburg Funeral Home at 684-2081. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 28, 2008
ERWIN R. McGUIRE, long-time resident of the area, passed away on May 19 at the Hospice of the Valley Care Center in Surprise.
He was born in Ford Springs, Ark., near Batesville in May of 1916. Son of Erwin R. McGuire Sr. and Selma Aeby McGuire, descendants of early pioneers of the 1700s, he was raised the only child after the loss of his infant sister.
His early life was spent in Batesville. His father died early, and after his teen years he was in Houston, Texas, during World War II years driving tanker trucks.
He came to Morristown in 1944, drove the school bus and worked in the local grocery. In 1953, he married a long-time local resident Ena LaMar LILLY. They did resort work in Phoenix and Reno, Nev.
In 1957, they leased the Morristown Grocery, where they had a thriving business for 15 years. He also had the Castle Hot Springs mail contract for more than 25 years, when he finally retired and built their home.
He was an avid sportsman, and he and his wife spent many a joyful time on the Arizona lakes. When his health failed, he was pretty much home-bound under Hospice Care.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 54 years; his stepson Howard LILLY (Louise) of Chino Valley; grandchildren Patricia Johnson (Kevin) of Tulsa, Okla., and Wayne Lilly (Jane) of Phoenix; and great-grandchildren Korena West (Al N.), A.J. Graffeo of Tulsa, Okla., Leigh Ann Lilly of California, and Travis Lilly of Phoenix; his wife’s brother Dwight LaMar (Marie) and sister Ila Sutherlin (John) of Glendale; and extended family.
Graveside services were held Saturday (May 24) at the Morristown Cemetery, with Pastor Mike JONES of the Christian Fellowship Church officiating. A reception was held following services at the church, with the Woman’s Club of Morristown assisting.
Memorial contributions can be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower St., Phoenix, AZ. 85014-5656.
Arrangements were under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun Wickenburg, AZ
May 28, 2008
VINCENT MESTETH, born July 6,1989 in Blythe California, died May 21, 2008 in Peoria Ariz.
Services were at the First Southern Baptist Church in Wickenburg. Burial at the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery. David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home at 684-0710 for additional service information.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ J
une 11, 2008
Mrs. Bernice Metcalfe, age 80, passed away June 5 in Boise, Idaho. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 14 at 9 a.m. at the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery.
Bernice was born August 20, 1927 in Culver City, Calif., to Valentine WEIDEL and Bertha Bys WEIDEL. She attended schools there and graduated from Hamilton High School. Shortly after high school she began working as a bank teller and soon was married to Jack O. Metcalfe. They made their home in the Los Angeles area. Bernice was primarily a homemaker raising a family.
They moved to Wickenburg in 1988. She was active at one time in the Wickenburg Sewing Guild as well as the Friends of Music and the American Legion Auxiliary.
Bernice was preceded in death by her husband Jack O. METCALFE, August 28, 1991. She is survived by her children John Patrick Metcalfe of Williams, Ariz.; Mary Humme of Eagle, Idaho; and David Allen Metcalfe of California. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
SHIRLEY J. MEYER, age 65, passed away June 11 in Parker, Ariz. Graveside services were held on Monday, June 16 at the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery.
Shirley was born November 30, 1942 in Wickenburg, Ariz. Shirley had resided in Big River, Calif., for the last 18 years.
Shirley was and avid volunteer and philanthropic supporter. She volunteered her time and services as an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic Minister. She served at St. Vincent de Paul and Hospice of Havasu, Friends of the Library in Parker, and American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Post 466.
She loved her family with all her heart, and was available for all of us - husband, children, grandchildren, cousins, aunts and uncles - through the good times and the bad. She always lent an ear to listen or a shoulder to cry on. She always made us feel like we were the most important things on this earth.
Shirley had a great sense of humor, she was a charter member of the “Maxine’s Fan Club.” She always had jokes, and liked to make us laugh. We will miss her dearly, and heaven has truly received an angel.
She is survived by husband Carl Meyer, children Teresa Sasnett, Mary Vasquez and her husband Arthur Vasquez, Jr., William Allen Sasnett and his wife Barbara Sasnett, John Meyer and his wife Tracey Meyer, and Jeff Meyer;, 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, uncle John and Jackie Allen, and cousin and best friend Wanda Robinson, as well as many other cousins who will all miss her dearly.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 25, 2008
Gene Montague passed away on June 16 in Glendale. He was born Oct. 20, 1936 in Newark, N.J.
He was preceded in death by his wife Fran, baby Nicole and son Chris. He is survived by his daughter Lisa, grandsons Corey and Calvin, his sister Joan McNicol and her husband Jack. He leaves behind many family and friends in Wisconsin and Wickenburg that will miss him dearly.
Gene loved spending time with people, especially his grandsons Corey and Calvin. His hobbies included video games, cribbage, smoking, and drinking Pepsi.
He was active in the Marine Corps League as Chaplain, the American Legion and former Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and the Elks.
Throughout his life his career was mostly in the trucking industry which he thoroughly enjoyed.
Services will be held on June 26 at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Wickenburg with Father George Highberger officiating. After the church service, there will be a ceremony held at the Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix at 1 p.m. Following the ceremony at the cemetery, there will be a memorial at the Rancho Bar 7 Restaurant from approximately 2:30 to 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of Gene Montague at the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014-5656, or online at www.hov.org.
Arrangements have been made by David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home in Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 4, 2008, p. A10.
James Walter Newbill was born July 11, 1929 in Redmond, Ore., to Howard P. Newbill and Merlie Hurt Newbill.
He graduated from Redmond Union High School in 1947. He entered the United States Air Force in 1952 serving at Parks Air Force Base in California and then at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. He was medically discharged in 1953.
He married Jacqueline Ramsey Bryant in San Bernardino, California on May 21, 1954. They had two children, Tamara Kaye and Anthony James.
He farmed and raised cattle in Madras, Ore., and at Grizzly, Ore., for 52 years. He received the Cattleman of the Year award for Jefferson County, Ore., in 1968 and also received Conservation Farm of the Year award for the Central Oregon counties in 1986.
His hobbies were fishing and bowling. He participated in League Bowling in Redmond and Madras, Ore., for 42 years. He was a life member of the Madras Elks Lodge 2017.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years Jacqueline; daughter Tamara Newbill of Portland, Ore.; son Anthony Newbill and his wife, Kelly; grandchildren Austin James Newbill of Wickenburg and Terra Rae Smith of Culver, Ore.; and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by sister Phyllis Griswold of Culver, Ore.; his uncle Jim Hurt of Wickenburg; Aunt June Newbill Law of Eugene, Ore.; uncle Robert Newbill of Dallas, Texas; one niece and two nephews, all of Oregon.
There will be no service at his request. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 11, 2008
Richard H. Palmer born August 28, 1926 to Perle and Howard Palmer in Montebello, Calif., and passed away May 24 due to lung cancer.
Dick served as a corporal in the United States Army and was stationed in the Phillippine Islands toward the end of World War II. He met and married Joyce L. Woodward in 1948, and they had recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last January 17.
In 1954 they became children of God when they received the Lord Jesus as their Savior and their lives took a completely new direction - their destination heaven.
Dick has arrived at his destination and Joyce looks forward to a wonderful reunion with him and all who have gone on before.
There were two children born to them, a son Stephen and a daughter Jan, who have preceded him to heaven. They have one granddaughter Rachel, two sisters-in-law Jerry Woodward and Charlene Woodward, nieces Tracy, Deana, and Janay, nephews Marc and Wayne, and a grandniece Tony and her children.
Dick worked as a machinist most of his life. His greatest pastime was flying private planes. He had built his own plane, which was something he truly loved.
Dick and Joyce belonged to the Wickenburg First Southern Baptist Church. During his illness he and Joyce spent the time, when Dick was able, reading the scriptures, thanking, praising and worshiping God for how He was with them throughout their marriage and now how his beautiful presence was with them as they passed through the valley of cancer. What a great God we have.
Services for Dick were held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix on Friday, June 6.
Arrangements were under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
Richard H. Palmer, born August 28, 1926 to Perle and Howard Palmer in Montebello, Calif., passed away May 24 due to lung cancer.
Dick served as a corporal in the United States Army and was stationed in the Phillippine Islands toward the end of World War II. He met and married Joyce L. Woodward in 1948, and they had recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary January 17, 2008.
In 1954 they became children of God when they received the Lord Jesus as their Savior, and their lives took a completely new direction - their destination heaven.
Dick has arrived at his destination, and Joyce looks forward to a wonderful reunion with him and all who have gone on before.
There were two children born to them, one son Stephen and a daughter Jan who have preceded him to heaven. They have one granddaughter Rachel, two sisters-in-law Jerry Woodward and Charlene Woodward, nieces Tracy, Deana, and Janay and nephews Marc and Wayne, and a grandniece Tony and her children.
Dick worked as a machinist most of his life. His greatest pastime was flying private planes. He had built his own plane, which was something he truly loved.
Dick and Joyce belonged to the Wickenburg First Southern Baptist Church. During his illness, he and Joyce spent the time when Dick was able reading the scriptures, thanking, praising and worshiping God for how He was with them throughout their marriage and now how His beautiful presence was with them as they passed through the valley of cancer. What a great God we have.
Services for Dick were held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix on Friday, June 6.
Arrangements were under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 7, 2005, p. A13
DORIS PETTIS, born Nov. 11, 1914 in Cantrill, Iowa, died April 27 in Sun City West.
She is survived by her friend Jane SANDERSON of Yarnell.
Graveside services will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Cantrill, Iowa.
Arrangements are under the direction of David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ.
June 4, 2008, p. A10
Stanley C. Plagens was born in Richmond, Mich., on Dec. 7, 1930 and passed away May 24 in Morristown, Ariz., after a lengthy illness.
Stan is survived by his wife of 24 years Dorothy, and eight children - Cindy and Larry Heintz, Ardie and Andrea Plagens, Wayne and Louise Plagens, Kathy and John Svechovsky, Mike and Suzanne DePew, Pat and Janice DePew, Rob and Robin Christie and Bruce Christie. Stan was also blessed with 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Survivors in Michigan include sisters Aleta, Grace, NaDean and Inez and brother Marvin along with sister-in-law Frances Plagens. Stan was preceded in death by brother Elroy.
Stan had many interests and accomplishments in his life. Among them, an interest in farm education and a trucking company with brothers Elroy and Marvin in Michigan. Stan loved to be around machinery of all sorts and was a heavy equipment operator until retirement, and he enjoyed square dancing and country music. After retirement, Stan continued to enjoy square dancing and an unmatched love of gardening. Stan enjoyed gardening to the point that he brought his good soil with him to Morristown from his longtime home in Glendale. Stan also enjoyed taking Dorothy and his RV to rallies around the country where they made many good friends and saw some breathtaking scenery.
Stan had a wonderful life and was taken from us much too soon. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. In keeping with Stan’s wishes, a small family service has been held and he is interred at Morristown Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 25, 2008
Giovanni Randazzo, age 96, passed away June 17 at his home in Wickenburg.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 21 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with Fr. George Highberger as celebrant. Visitation was from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery in Staten Island, N.Y., following a funeral mass on Thursday, June 26 in Brooklyn.
Giovanni was born and raised in Sicily and was a farmer there for years before immigrating to the United States in 1955 and settling in Brooklyn. He had worked in the bottling manufacturing industry for years.
He came to Arizona in 2003 living with his son and daughter-in-law here in Wickenburg. He could be seen almost daily in Wickenburg in his wheelchair with his son Biagio pushing him where he wanted to go. Giovanni was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church.
He is survived by his children Biagio Randazzo (Rowena) of Wickenburg, Nancy Riccobono (Jiacomo) of Tempe, and Maria Orlando (Mario) of Scottsdale, 11 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Arrangements were under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
CAROL ELAINE REICHARD, 70, passed away Sept. 24 at home in Congress, Ariz. Carol was born and raised in Superior, Wisconsin. She came to Arizona in 1986 settling in Congress. She was a loving mother and devoted wife. She is survived by her husband Earl of Congress; daughters Toni Finegan (East) of Congress; Dana Laine (East) and Richard of Osage, Minnesota; Catherine Erickson (Chisholm) and Charlie of Superior, Wisconsin; sons Timothy East and Cathey of Phoenix, Ariz.; David East of Phoenix; Scott Chisholm and Beth of Superior; 15 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Arrangements by Wickenburg Funeral Home.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 21, 2008
CHARLES “Charlie” RICHARD RENOUF was born April 3, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio. He was taken by our Lord on May 17.
Charlie and his wife of 47 years, Mildred Irene RENOUF, spent the last 37 years in Congress, Ariz.
He is survived by his wife Mildred and eight children - three boys, Rodney, Clay and Jason, and five girls Debbie, Lisa, Donell, Shellie, and Valerie. Charlie also had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. All the children live in Arizona except Rodney who lives in Columbus, Ohio. Charlie is also survived by brother Daliel RENOUF and sister Betty COGHILL in Ohio.
Charlie loved the West and the cowboy way. He will be greatly missed.
According to his wishes, no services are planned.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 11, 2008
“Retty’s always ready” was one of his favorite expressions, but he wasn’t ready for his stroke on May 7. John Retty was a fixture in the Morristown, Wittmann, and Wickenburg communities for 49 years. His contributions to these communities are many.
Retty’s Hardware Store in Wittmann, which was the go-to place for 40 years, was not only an adventure to go through, but the place to find anything and everything. He was so proud to offer items no one else seemed to carry and the locals loved visiting him there. The paths around and throughout the store were only one person wide, but John knew exactly where everything was and how much of it he had. Along with the products came advice and sometimes help installing. His incredible work ethic began when he was 8 years old working for his father as a plumber’s helper. Throughout his life he maintained his interest in plumbing.
John remained closely tied to the men of the Wittmann Volunteer Fire Department even after he retired. He always supported and appeared at all functions either with his wife or later with Dick Thompson. He volunteered in other ways when he could no longer chase fires. Many people don’t know that the first fire truck for the Department was purchased by John when Phoenix had a sale on some of their fire trucks. His name will be among the honorees in June’s Recognition Banquet.
At one time John drove a school bus for the Wittmann/Nadaburg School District. Once every month he would drive the busload of kids to the local Dairy Queen for ice cream and at the end of the school year, gave each of his charges a silver dollar for good luck.
John loved food. He was famous for his ability to put away huge amounts of food for a guy with such a small build. Anyone who ever enjoyed a meal with him is bound to have a food story to share.
John was born in Detroit, Mich., on January 8, 1921 and came to this area by way of Florida. He established Retty’s Hardware in 1959 and worked it daily until the state needed the land for right-of-way. He married his life partner Imogene in 1967, and they lived at the landmark Cactus Ranch stone house in Morristown.
John Retty, “Mr Retty” to many, passed away peacefully on the evening of June 2. He is survived by a stepson Ken Hagen and his wife Maureen of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; step-grandchildren Carol, Bert, Judy, and their families; and a niece Vicky Hough (Scott) of Tucson.
Please join the family in saying goodbye to John at the Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory at 187 N. Adams St, Wickenburg, on Thursday (June 12) with a viewing from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. followed by a service with Pastor Jack Kelley. Private interment will take place at Resthaven Park Cemetery in Glendale, Ariz.
After the service, everyone is invited to a reception at the Wise Owl Senior Center, 255 N. Washington Street, Wickenburg, 684-7894.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Wittmann Fire Department at P.O. Box 295, Wittmann, AZ 85361 or the Wise Owl Senior Center where John Retty enjoyed many hours of meals and friendship.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 21, 2008
VIRGINIA M. RILEY was born in Castle Shannon, Penn., and died in Congress, Ariz.
She is survived by her son James ALLEN and his wife Rose of Congress, sister Phyllis KEIBLER of Pennsylvania, one grandchild, three great-grandchildren, and many dear friends.
Services will be Friday (May 23) at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Wickenburg. Donations may be made to the Shriner Crippled Children Hospital.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
We have lost a great man, and have gained a great angel. ROBERT MYERS (BOBBY) SANDERS passed away in his sleep on Sept. 26. He was born in Wickenburg, Ariz., on Oct. 13, 1960. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his wife of 24 years Joanne L. Sanders of Eerieville, N.Y.; sons Robert Nicholas of Glenmora, Louisiana; Mike Kent Isaacs and wife Jen of Liverpool, N.Y.; and Douglas Aubrey and wife Gayleen of Safford, Ariz.; parents Robert and Elaine Sanders of Wickenburg, Ariz.; sister Karan Hoskin and husband Harvey of Glenmora, La.; brothers Jon Everet and wife Cathy of Williams, Ariz.; and Keith Alan and wife Linae of Bellevue, Neb.; grandchildren Kyle and Katelynn of Safford, Ariz.; Erin, Macey, and Bryce of Glenmora, La. He had several nieces and nephews who will miss "Uncle Bob." He had more friends than the sky has stars. He was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Lois Myers of Glenmora, La.; and Emmett (Sandy) Sanders of Wickenburg, Ariz. Services were held at First Southern Baptist Church in Wickenburg.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 4, 2008, p. A10
William Walter Searcy, 78 years young, was born to Amelia Ann and Charles Delbert Searcy in Wynniwood, Okla., on Sept. 1, 1929, and went to be with our Lord on May 29, 2008.
Bill leaves his beloved wife of 25 years Ada and stepchildren Nancy and Andrew Anderson, Eddie Rogers, Ada Jean Rogers, Pamela Christy, and Jimmy Rogers, 15 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. They all loved him dearly and will miss his funny stories.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Geneva Shultz, and brother James Andrew Searcy.
Bill was raised and educated in Shafter, Calif., and graduated from high school in 1947. Shortly thereafter he joined the army, then went into the reserves. After leaving the military, Bill went to work for Santa Fe Railroad as a lineman in communications. He moved to Wickenburg from California for a short time and settled in Aguila in 1972. Bill retired after 37 years with the railroad in November, 1989.
There will be a simple memorial service at the Aguila Bible Community Church on First Street at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 7. Please do not send flowers, but donate to a charity of choice.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
June 11, 2008
Anna Jane Seawright, age 82, passed away June 1. Memorial services will be held on Friday (June 13) at 2 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church.
Anna Jane was born Nov. 29, 1925 in Beaumont, Texas, to Dennis O. Roller and Naomi Rowzee Roller. She was raised there until age 10 when the family moved to Arizona. She attended and graduated from Wickenburg High School.
Following her schooling she began working for Central Arizona Light and Power Company which later became Arizona Public Service. She worked there for more than 30 years.
Anna Jane was active in the Professional Business Women’s Organization and volunteered at the Red Cross as well as volunteering at the Desert Caballeros Museum. She was active in the First Presbyterian Church from its onset and served as a deacon and an elder in the church as well as singing in the choir and serving in various other church positions.
Anna Jane was a pilot and a member of the World War II Glider Pilots Association.
She was preceded in death by her husband Col. Jack Seawright on August 14, 2005, and will be interred with her husband in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. She is survived by stepdaughters Jean Friedl (John) of Tucson, Ariz.; Nancy Price (Ron) of Derwood, Md.; Barbara Reimer (Russ) of Mesa, Ariz.; brothers and sisters-in-law John Richard and Marie Roller of Wickenburg, William and Sue Roller of Phoenix, Robert and Susan Roller of Chandler; and several nieces and nephews.
Family suggests memorial contributions in Anna Jane’s name may be made to the First Presbyterian Church.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
July 30, 2008
SEYBOLD, Joan Randall
JOAN RANDALL SEYBOLD passed away on July, 24 after a brief illness. Memorial services will be held on Thursday (July 31) at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Wickenburg. She was born JOAN MARGARET NORRIS Dec. 19, 1927 to Adelia Lawrence and John Patrick Norris in New Haven, Connecticut. Joan completed her public education in Branford, Conn., and later attended Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Va., where she met and married James M. Randall, her husband of 36 years, on July 12, 1950. For the next 30 years, his jobs as teacher, principal, and superintendent took them to Branford and Madison, Conn.; Little Falls and Guilderland, N.Y.; and finally Wickenburg, Ariz. During that time, they had two daughters, Barbara Jean "Bobbie" in December of 1951 and Sara Elizabeth in 1965. Between those years, she worked as nurse/receptionist for Drs. Blanchard, Rosenthal, and Nickou in their offices in Branford. Always active in civic affairs, at various times she was a Girl Scout leader, an officer of the League of Women Voters and a Rotary Ann in her years in Wickenburg. She was one of the founders of the Wickenburg Habitat for Humanity, was on the Community Hospital Board, as well as Los Caballeros Desert Museum. She started the Life Alert System for the general Wickenburg area, and was a member of the local Photography Club, the Wickenburg Country Club and was very fond of her sisters in P.E.O. and Red Hat Society. She was ordained an elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Wickenburg in 1982, she served two three-year terms on the session. She was also an officer of the Church Property Corporation from 1990 to 2005. Eight years after the death of her first husband, she met and married the second love of her life, William H. Seybold, formerly of Rochester, N.Y. Although almost 20 years her senior, they were lucky enough to have 15 years of travel, volunteering, Camera Club and golf together before his death exactly one month and two days before her. She is survived by sisters Nancy Gould of Noank, Conn., and Susan McKinlay of Branford, Conn.; daughters Barbara Jean "Bobbie" Randall Brannen and her husband Jerry of Valdez, Alaska, and Sara Randall of Mesa, Ariz.; beloved nephew Kevin RANDALL and wife Nancy of Georgetown, S.C.; beloved niece Jennifer ORF and husband Chris, who were such a support to her in her final months, as always; nieces and nephews John McKINLAY and family of Charlton, Massachusetts; Brad COLLINS and family of New Haven, Conn.; Greg COLLINS and family of Brookline, Mass.; Rachel BROWN and family of Tiverton, R.I.; Sue Gulliver and family of Monrovia, Md.; and great-good friends Jeanette Jones, Dick and Wilma Doud, Ann and Hank BRUBAKER, all of Wickenburg; Nancy and Ken DALLMEYER of San Marcos, Calif.; and many other friends, who shared her joy of life. A remembrance video will be posted on youtube.com. Search by typing in Joan Seybold. Condolences may be sent to P.O. box 342 Wickenburg, AZ 85358. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the First Presbyterian Church or Habitat for Humanity of Wickenburg. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home. http://www.wickenburgsun.com/ 2008/07/30/
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 25, 2008
Born January 8, 1909, William H. Seybold was 99 and 1/2 when he passed away June 22. Raised in western Pennsylvania, he was a long-time resident of Rochester, N.Y., before moving to Wickenburg following the death of his first wife Virginia.
A former travel agency owner, he and Joan Randall Seybold married in April of 1993, and spent much of their 15 years together exploring the world.
A Rotarian for many years, Bill was a former member of the Wickenburg Country Club, and as little as six months ago, was still hitting a few balls with friends. Bill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Wickenburg, where a memorial service was held on Tuesday, June 24.
He is survived by his loving wife Joan of Wickenburg, and her daughters Bobbie Brannen of Valdez, Alaska, and Sara Randall of Mesa, Ariz.
Arrangements were under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 18, 2008
Aimee Simpson passed away at her home in Wickenburg on June 13.
She was born Sept. 21, 1922, in Williams, Ariz., to Simon and Charlotte Pouquette. Aimee was born the youngest of six children. Her parents left France in the early 1900s to homestead in the Williams area and in Wickenburg where they ran their sheep and cattle business.
After graduating from Williams High School, Aimee attended Northern Arizona University and later met and married John Simpson in 1942, her husband of 54 years. Following the war, Aimee and John managed Sitgreaves Sheep and Cattle Company for 30 years. Aimee currently owned the Simpson Cattle Co. and RV Park in Wickenburg. Aimee took much joy and pride in her role as wife, mother, nana and rancher. She worked hard to meet the day-to-day demands of the ranch life she loved and the family tradition she longed to carry on for five generations.
Aimee was a wonderful lady and a gracious hostess, always ready with a smile, a hot cup of coffee and plenty to eat. “Nana’s” kitchen was a warm and inviting place for family and friends to gather and to tell stories and to laugh together. Aimee shared her life, her love and her faith unselfishly and will be dearly missed by those whose lives she touched.
Aimee Simpson is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Larry and Sharon Simpson, daughter-in-law Kathy Simpson, grandchildren Stocker and Sage Simpson, Chris Rich, Steven Mohorn, and Lacey Camarillo and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband John W. Simpson in 1996 and son Johnny Simpson in 2006.
Funeral services for Aimee Simon Simpson are being held at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday, June 18) at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Wickenburg with Fr. George Highberger as celebrant. Interment will take place at the Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery. Rosary and visitation were held on Tuesday, June 17 at the Wickenburg Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice of Arizona at 2222 W. Northern Ave. Suite A-100, Phoenix, AZ 85021.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
9 October, 2008
STEPHEN P. THROOP, age 40, passed away Oct. 1 from a motorcycle-car accident. Funeral services were held at the Bellair Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Glendale. Interment at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. He is survived by his wife Teresa of Glendale; children Tyler, Daniel and Jorren; brothers Damon and Dale Throop of Kerns, Utah; and Nathan Throop (Kayle) of Treemont, Utah; sisters Sheri Throop of Kerns, Utah; and Becky Wood of Eureka, Calif.; parents William and Irene Throop and in laws Ken and Marjorie BOOHER. Arrangements under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
June 25, 2008
MARK R. TUTTLE, age 89 of Wickenburg, passed away on June 15.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Helen; sons Jon and Steven both of Denver, Colo.; two granddaughters Kassandra Tuttle of Aspen and Mrs. Bonnie Ford (Cody), and great-granddaughter Kiah Ford of Lakewood, Colo.
No services are planned.
The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
10/16/2008
In loving memory of BETTY JANE GREEN VEST, born in La Grange, Wyoming, on May 19, 1925 and after a short illness, God brought her home on Oct. 11. She leaves behind a loving husband of 65 years, Charles "Bucky" Vest; daughters Barbara Jean MINGUS, Bonnie Joane VEST, Beverly Joy MILLS and husband Danny; four sisters and two brothers all of Wyoming - Dorothy, Gladyce, Inis, Marilyn, Lloyd and Milton; 12 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister Shirley. Betty moved to Arizona in 1962 and became a beloved Wickenburg resident in 1975. She was a loyal American Legion Auxiliary member for 30 years and devoted herself to many community projects with a smile and lots of love. She was a loving wife, mother and friend. She was loved by many and will be missed by a lot more. Many of you may remember her as "The Purse Lady" for her many talents in making purses for the ladies. A memorial service was held at the American Legion Hall in Wickenburg. Arrangements are under the direction of Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
May 7, 2008; p. A14
REBA WATSON was born to Frank and Lillian Watson on Jan. 23, 1934 in Florence, Ariz., and passed away on May 2 in Sun City.
Reba is survived by brothers earl of Arkansas, Wade (Barbara) of Queen Creek, Ariz., Stan (Bette) of Wickenburg, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery at 10 a.m. Friday, March 9.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to your favorite charity.
Arrangements are by David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home in Wickenburg.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
3 October 2008
CHARLIE DAVID WHITE was born on June 12, 1983 in Wickenburg, and passed away on Sept. 14, 2008 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix. Charlie had lived most of his life in Wickenburg and in Indiana. He loved going four-wheeling in the desert and racing fast cars. He was preceded in death by his sister Amanda (2000) and his dad Floyd White (2005) who work at the Country Club golf course for many years. Charlie is survived by mother Donna Shelley of Shoals, Ind.; grandmother Mallie Diamond of Shoals, Ind.; his longtime girlfriend and daughter Melody and Camille Smith; aunts Ellen Barrett of Shoals, Ind.; Marty Reed of Prescott Valley, Ariz.; Liz Martin of Wickenburg, Ariz.; uncles Hendley Jr. and Clay Diamond of Shoals, Ind.; Tony Diamond of Palestine, Texas; and nieces Jenna and Madelynn Carroll. While Charlie's death was a tragedy, three lives were saved through organ donation. His mom felt very strongly about helping others to live. His nurses Dawn and Bonnie were very compassionate and gave great assistance throughout the whole process. Donna said that her soul was at great peace and her heart overflowing with all the love and prayers of family and loved ones. Funeral arrangements were made through David's Desert Chapel Funeral Home. David was very caring and really helped us through a very rough time. Thank you to everyone who has helped our family through this very tragic time with love and prayers. A memorial service will be held in February.
Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ
October 9, 2008
CAROLYN WOJCIK was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Aug. 24 and passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at the age of 69 after a long battle with cancer. Carolyn was a devout Catholic and longtime parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua's church in Wickenburg. Services and Rosary were held at David's Desert Chapel Funeral Home, followed by a Saturday Mass and luncheon at the Catholic Church. She spent more than half of her life in Wickenburg, moving here in 1972 with her husband and four children. She was preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Helen GLODEK, and her husband John WOJCIK, all of Wickenburg. She is survived by her daughters Stephanie Wojcik of Wickenburg and Christine Parkis and son-in-law Jason PARKIS of Prescott Valley; sons Steven Wojcik of Wickenburg and Phillip Wojcik of Surprise; granddaughter Michelle MARTELLI and her husband Joe MARTELLI of Phoenix; grandsons Kevin and Tyler Wojcik of Wickenburg; and brother Peter GLODEK and sister-in-law Ronnie GLODEK of Phoenix.
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