JUNE ANNETTE EXCELL-BURCHAM
01/30/23 – 01/23/00
A loving mother survived by Jan (Jim) McSheffrey; Lynn Martin, CO.; Terri (Greg) Corkhill-Hansen, KY.; Randall (Marcia) Burcham. Sister of Jackie Howard, CO and Jack Excell, WA. Beloved grandmother of Kelsey Hansen, Beth Bryant, Debi Thomas and Chris Johnson. Great-grandmother of Alexander Thomas-Johnson. A retired civil servant, June gave generously of her time, energy and resources to all in need. She was the originator, host and producer of the award winning cable TV show 'God and Family'. She ran for the AZ House of Representatives. The celebration of her colorful life is Friday at 6pm, January 28, at Christ Community Church. Written memories of June are encouraged at the tribute. In June's memory please do random acts of kindness. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Gospel Rescue Mission.
DONNADIEU, Beulah Gertrude, 85, of Nogales passed away on January 17, 2000. She was born in Marathon, TX on September 21, 1914, and moved to Douglas, AZ as a child. After graduating from Superior High School in 1933, and Woodbury Business College in Los Angeles in 1938, Gertrude moved to Tucson and worked for Consolidated Aircraft where she met her husband, Gabriel, during WWII. They moved to Nogales in 1946, and she lived there until poor health forced her to move to Tucson last year. Gertrude lived her life with quiet dignity and joy. She loved weekly card games with friends, crossword puzzles, her pets, her garden, vacations with her sisters, visits with her grandchildren, and shopping with her daughter, Grace. For 21 years Gertrude worked for Nogales schools as board secretary, principal's secretary, and school registrar at Nogales High School. She worked tirelessly to improve employee pay and rights. One of her proudest accomplishments, gained after a ten-year struggle was access to Arizona State Retirement for Nogales Schools' noncertified personnel. She was the first PTA President of Elm Street School in 1954, a member of the Primera Alta Garden Club, and a 19-year volunteer with Tele-Care. Gertrude was preceded in death by her husband, Gabriel; son, Gabe; brother, Carl Burnam; and sister, Glynn Bush. She is survived by her daughter, Grace (Jim) Murphy of Tucson; grandchildren, Michael and Michelle Murphy; daughter-in-law, Mary Donnadieu, a teacher in Nogales; sister, Grace (Ray) Medlock of Superior; sister-in-law, Georgia Lane of Tucson; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service for family and friends will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 29, 2000 at United Church Fellowship, 510 Potrero in Nogales, AZ. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Gertrude's name be made to United Churches Fellowship, Box 476, Nogales, AZ 85628; The Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716; The Humane Society Animal Clinic, 232 E. Patagonia Hwy., Nogales, AZ 85621; or the Ronald McDonald House, 2230 N. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85719.
DREHOBL, Mary B., 93 of Tucson, died January 24, 2000. Sister of William M. Smiesko of Park Ridge, IL and Joseph Smiesko of Chicago IL. Vigil Service at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church Friday, January 28, 2000 at 9:00 a.m. Interment South Lawn. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Church. Friends may call Thursday January 27, 2000, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
GARCIA, Guadalupe Matias, 45, of Tucson, died Sunday, January 23, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Florentina; children, Elijah, Angel, Nina, Gema; grandson, Elijah, Jr.; mother, Josephine; brothers, Gilbert, Victor, Johnny, Gabriel; sisters, Yolanda, Lupita; nieces, Melissa (Guillermo), Ericka (Ignacio); nephew, Guadalupe, Jr.; grandniece, Dominique. An all night wake will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2000 at the family home, 738 W. Calle Sierra, with recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Friday at Santa Rosa de Lima Church, 2015 N. Calle Central. Burial will follow at Monte Calvario cemetery.
JESSUP, Karen, 69, of Tucson, died January 19, 2000. Mother of John F. Jessup, Karen S. Palmer, Linda T. Jessup, Ralph T. Jessup, Terrence J. Jessup, Patsi A. Palmer; 18 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; sister of Charlene Meissner and Joan Anderson. Funeral Memorial Service will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
MORENO, Francisco Eddie, Jr., 44, of Tucson, died Sunday, January 23, 2000. Loving son of Maria; beloved father of Grace, Walter, Frank, Felipe, Maria; loving brother of Steve, Patricia, Lupe, Raymond, Arnold, and Catherine. He is also survived by many nieces and nephew to whom he was their Tata. An all night wake will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2000 at San Ignacio de Loyola Church, 785 W. Sahuaro, with recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. Burial will follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to HEATHER MORTUARY
LORRAINE POSADA, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away January 24, 2000. Survived by grandparents, Pete Hurtado, Bertha and Jose Posada; parents, Beckie and Ruben Posada; sisters, Diana, Vanessa, Rachel and Angelica Posada. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, one niece and two nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2000 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, January 28, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica's Church, 212 W. Medina. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
RICHARDS, Mose A., 71, died January 24, 2000. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Memorial Mass 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 27th at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone. Donations in Mr. Richards' memory may be made to St. Augustine Cathedral Maintenance Fund. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
SAYERS, Patricia Lea, died January 25, 2000. Beloved wife of Gordon L. 'Rex' Sayers of 35 years. preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Septimo and Rose diCosola and sister, Clarissa Marroquin. In addition to her husband she is survived by her brother, Richard D. diCosola of Tucson, AZ and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Albert and Irene Polermo of Orland Hills, Ill.; aunt, Mrs. Dorothy Polermo of Clintonville, Wis. Beloved by her two nephews, Keith Brian Marroquin and Michael Thomas diCosola and countless students of Sunnyside District that reflected Patricia's 30 years of dedicated teaching at Los Ranchitos Elementary School. Her love of music was reflected by many school operettos and her professional singing career. Her retirement years were greatly enhanced by her intrust in bridge and culminated by her artistic talent. Her style and class were respected by many, her care and concern were loved by all. May God bless her immortal soul. A visitation/ memorial service will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, January 30, 2000 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
SHERMAN, Michael A., 67, died January 24, 2000. Husband of Elinor Sherman of 44 years; father of Nancy (Eurby) White and Carol (Don) Jones; grandfather of Elliott James, Ellissa Jaime White and Amy Marie Jones. Funeral Service 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Rabbi Weizenbaum officiating. Donations in Michael's memory may be made to the MS Society, 626 N. Craycroft Rd., T/A 85711 and the Leukemia Society, 2990 E. Northern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85028.
ANNE MARIE TREXLER, 88, died January 24, 2000. Mother of Marc Trexler of Tucson, Terry (Rosalie) Trexler of Las Vegas, Nevada and Bruce (Mary) Trexler of Glendale; sister of Joseph Anthony of Tucson, Sally Hudson of Texas and Tommie Twomey of Connecticut; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandson also survive. Mrs. Trexler was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony. Mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 28th at St. Odelia Catholic Church, 7570 N. Paseo Del Norte. Entombment will follow at Holy Hope Mausoleum. The family would like to thank Desert Life Hospice for all their kindness and support. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 27th at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
VALDEZ, Consuelo Jaramillo, born September 26, 1913 in Cananea, Mexico, passed away January 24, 2000. preceded in death by husband, Ramon 'Tin' Valdez; parents, Carlos and Teresa Jaramillo; three brothers and two sisters. Survived by sisters, Lilia J. Rodriguez and Delia J. Lopez; sisterin-law, Olga Jaramillo. Also survived by nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2000 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, January 28, 2000, 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Consuelo was a homemaker and lived in Tucson for 66 years.
Que Dios te bendiga, Hermana y Tia.
Nunca te olvidaremos.
Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
ROBERT LEE BARTLETT, 39, of Tucson, AZ, passed away Monday, January 24, 2000. Born December 5, 1960. Survived by daughter, Kristin; sons, Paul, Joshua and Robert; mother, Belia (Pinkie); father, John; brother, John (Linda); sister, Bellinda; brother, Arthur (Susie); sister, Paula. Also by many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. He will be missed greatly by all; especially by the nieces and nephews he played with. In our hearts he will always be the beautiful person we all loved. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows, 1800 S. Kolb Rd., January 28, 2000 and Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held January 29, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. at the church. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION & BURIAL, 790-6388.
CROWDER, Beatrice H. 'Bea' 85, of Tucson, Arizona, died January 26, 2000. Her husband, George, predeceased her in 1996. Bea is survived by her sister, Doris (Harold) Johns of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and many nephews, nieces and friends. Bea was born in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, and was a resident of Tucson for 30 years. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior early in life, and because of her faith in Him she is now at home in heaven with Him. Faith has given place to sight. 'Absent from the body, and present with the Lord'. A memorial service will be held at The Oasis Auditorium, Christ Community Church, 7801 East Kenyon Drive, on Saturday, January 29th at 11:00 a.m. Rather than flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Corazon Ministries, 1955 W. Grant Rd., Ste. 125, Tucson, AZ 85745. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
LOTTE STOVALL DETTMAR - On January 25, 2000, Lotte Dettmar was released from her earthbound existence to return to the side of her earlier departed husband. Lotte, age 87, passed away peacefully after a frustrating period of six to seven years of debilitating health related to her advanced age.
Both Lotte and Fred, her husband of nearly 50 years, were from Chicago where they met while working for the same newspaper. She was a graduate of the University of Chicago with a degree emphasizing journalism and dramatic arts. Their life together was enhanced by the common goals of informing their fellow citizens. From Chicago, they followed Fred's work to Ohio where he was public relations director for a major corporation.
Retirement brought them to Green Valley, a community just getting its roots down. As political enthusiasts (Republican), and sensing a near vacuum, they immediately threw their energies into organizing, and building what was to become a major Republican bastion. State-wide candidates, and Congressional candidates, sought early support here. Other retirees filled precinct committeeman spots, and voters were hustled to the polls in percentages not known in the rest of Arizona.
Fred passed away in 1987, and Lotte moved to Tucson to be near medical attention. This did not stem the flow of energies to inform others. She built a following of people to hear her verbal and dramatized book reports. At the time she suffered her disabling stroke, she was working on two additional reviews. The notes and script remained waiting on her desk – much to the disappointment of those who looked forward to her presentations.
Lotte had her Fred, and they had their life together. There were no offspring, and there are no known relatives. They had each other, and they are together again.
There will be no burial services. A Celebration of Lotte's life will be held at the SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 29th. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Or you may make a donation to your favorite Republican political committee, or Year 2000 candidate committee.
SARAH G. ECHTERNACH - Born July 18, 1923, entered into eternal rest on January 24, 2000. 'Sarah' as we all called her, is survived by her husband, Bill; sons, Mike (Linda) McGinley, Pat (Doris) McGinley, Tim (Sarah) McGinley; daughters, Ruth Ann (Donald) Laws, Mary Lou Echternach, Marty Broksas; sister, Mary (Forrest) Cook; 29 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.
Sarah graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana with a Bachelors degree in education, specializing in speech therapy. She was an outstanding member of Kappa Kappa Gamma and Beta Sigma Phi sororities.
She brought her family to Tucson in 1955. She was employed as an Accounting Supervisor at the Hughes Federal Credit Union and retired after 17 years.
Her retirement was spent being 'Nana' to her grandchildren, and just 'Sarah' to her many friends, especially those at the Tuesday Morning Desert Dove Ceramics Club.
Visitation will be on Friday, January 28, at 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
FOLEY, Wanda A., 64, of Tucson, passed away on January 22, 2000. She is survived by eight children, 20 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two brothers and one sister. Wanda was a strong woman and a fighter, in spite of the physical pain she endured. She filled our lives with a lot of love. Funeral Service will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, Friday, January 28, 2000 at noon, with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at South Lawn cemetery.
JUNE MELBARINE GOMPERT, 79, entered eternal life on January 24, 2000. Born in Assumption, Illinois, a daughter of the late Edward L. and Florence (Carter) Burch. She was the second youngest of ten children, raising her younger sister. She lived through three wars and The Depression and lived her life for others. She was a good person, a wonderful wife and mother and a best friend. June loved the desert and was an avid horsewoman. Her forebears were pioneers of the west. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Howard (Hal) W. Gompert; son, Kent (Lynda) Gompert; daughter, Linda Ellen Gompert and grandson, Jordan Kent Gompert. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 28, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Road, Tucson, Arizona. Committal will follow in East Lawn Palms cemetery. June was very special and very much loved by her family and will be missed by all.
