FISHER, Rosella Emmick, 94, died Wednesday, February 16, 2000. Born to Edwin S. and Nellie S. Emmick of Morris, PA on May 19, 1905. She moved to Tucson, AZ on February 22, 1941 from Elmira, NY. Survived by son, Ronald A. Severson (Elayne) of Tucson; two grandchildren, Connie L. Severson of Ashton, VA and Steven J. Severson (Barbara) of Ellicott City, MD; also three great-grandchildren, Sarah, Brian and Allen Severson of Ellicott City, MD; two nieces and one nephew. Mrs. Fisher was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters. Memorial Services for Mrs. Fisher will be held in April at the Mt. Pleasant Church in Morris, PA. During her years in Tucson, Mrs. Fisher had the distinction of being the first female Vice President of a Bank or Savings and Loan in the city of Tucson. Arrangements ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd.
FRICKE, La Vern, age 67, of Tucson, passed away February 16, 2000. La Vern is preceded in death by son, Gary. Survived by husband of 47 years, Doyle; three married
children; eight grandchildren and 68 proxy grandchildren. She was a great lady loved by many. Graveside Services will be 9:00 a.m. Monday, February 21, 2000 at East Lawn Palms cemetery with a Memorial Service following at 10:00 a.m. at the Fountain of Life Lutheran Church, 710 S. Kolb. Friends may call Sunday, February 20, 2000 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd., just south of Speedway. In lieu of flowers, donations requested in La Vern Fricke's name to the American Cancer Society or the Fountain of Life Building Fund.
GREENE, Joel Kristopher, 17, a junior at Mountain View High School, passed away on February 15, 2000. Memorial Service will be held at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 10801 N. La Cholla Blvd., on Saturday, February 19 at 4:00 p.m.
GEANE RENEE HANSON, 43, of Tucson, passed away February 13, 2000 in Phoenix. The daughter of Eugene and Wilma Hanson, Carlisle, PA was born January 10, 1957. She attended public schools in Nebraska, North Dakota and Pennsylvania and was graduated with B.S., Millersville, University 1978 and M.Ed (1984) and Ph.D (1992) University of Arizona. Her professional experiences included primary, elementary and middle schools in Pennsylvania and Arizona followed by teaching and/or consulting positions at the University of Arizona, Hamline University, (Minn), Prescott College (Tucson Branch), and in the Four Corners area. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, February 22, 10:00 a.m. at the Friends Meeting House, 931 N. Fifth Ave., Tucson. Memorials to the Cancer Society.
JARCIK, Z. Mike, 82, of Tucson, died February 15, 2000. Beloved husband for 59 years to Dorothy; father of Ziegfred M. Jr. and Richard D. Jarcik and Edythe Long; brother of Esther Knoblich and Joe Jarcik. Also survived by six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held Saturday 2:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 8799 N. Northern Ave., with Pastor Alan Eckert officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
JONES, Lucile T., died February 3, 2000 in Minnesota. Mother of Trudy Loqa and Ivetta Watercott. Services were held in Minnesota with burial in Wyoming.
KENNEDY, Jean Elizabeth, 81, of Oro Valley, died February 16, 2000. School Administrator, graduate from college of New Rochelle, masters from U of A. Sister of Ellen T. Kennedy of Tucson. Survived by nieces, Kathy Tribolet, Karel Kennedy, Patricia Kennedy, Ellen Nelson; nephew, Richard Kennedy; eight grand nieces and nephews, Lynnette Guerra, Robert and Melisa Tribolet, Sarah, Keri and Billy Weber, Haley and Benjamin Nelson; one great grand nephew, Seth Guerra. Rosary at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Friday, February 18, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Saint Odilla Church, Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 9:00 a.m. Interment Holy Hope cemetery. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave., Friday, February 18 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
LIEBMAN, Anne, 86, died February 16, 2000. Predeceased by son, Lawrence Friedman M.D. Survived by beloved husband, Jim Liebman; daughter-in-law, Linda Friedman; stepson, Jerome (Ellen) Liebman; grandchildren, Samuel (Jenny) Friedman, Davina (Alan) Doby, Jonathan Friedman; great-grandchildren, Lacey Doby, Sam Doby, and Hannah Liebman. Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, February 18, 2000 at Evergreen cemetery, with Rabbi Oleisky of Congregation Anshei Israel officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Congregation Anshei Israel. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile
MICHAEL VINCENT LUCCHESI
September 25, 1990 – February 12, 2000
My baby boy, 9, entered the kingdom of heaven on February 12, 2000. Although your life was far too short on earth, your love, kindness and silliness will continue to touch everyone's life forever. You are irreplaceable and will be missed for eternity.
Michael attended Copper Creek Elementary School in Oro Valley. He is survived by his father, Frank; mother, Darlene; and half sister, Crystal.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 19, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at St. Philip's in the Hills, North Campbell at River Road. Reception to follow immediately. Burial Services will be held at Pacific View Mortuary, Newport Beach, CA, tentatively scheduled Monday, February 21, 2000 in the afternoon. Arrangements made by ARIZONA MORTUARY UNIVERSITY CHAPEL.
MOORE, Frank H., passed away February 17, 2000. His son, Jeffrey, daughters, Connie and Barbara and brother, John survive him. His grandchildren, Alida, Traci, Josh, Patti, Sarah, and James will miss him very much. Buck, as his friends knew him, was a native of Whitefish, Montana but has lived in Southern Arizona for 25 years. A World War II veteran, Buck fought in the Pacific Theatre with distinction. A memorial service will be held at his home in Arivaca on Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Carondelet St. Marys Hospice. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway Blvd.
THORN, John W., 86 of Tucson, died February 17, 2000. He is survived by son, George Thorn of Denver, CO; daughter, Ann Davis of Fort Morgan, CO; grandsons, Scott Thorn, David Kieffer, Robin Davis. He was a member of Tucson National Golf Club. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Hope Mausoleum, 3555 N. Oracle Rd., Saturday, February 19, 2000 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave at Magee
YOUNG, Zelma V., 90, died February 15, 2000 in Prescott. preceded in death by daughter, Linda Sue Sinclair. Survived by daughters, Jan Young of Prescott, Karen A. Faulkner, Livonia, MI; son, L. James Young of Prescott; brother, Kenneth A. Vermillion, of Tucson; sister, Fern Lightle, of Prescott; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Private services were held. Family assisted by Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, Prescott AZ.
FERRAIOLI, Matthew Francis, 77, of Tucson, died February 17, 2000. Beloved husband of Cornelia; loving father of Diane Cerone, Valerie (Larry) Brauer, Michael (Annette) Ferraioli, all of Tucson; brother, of Antoinette Tretola of Livingston, NJ and Elizabeth Han of Phoenix. Also survived by nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. Mr. Ferraioli retired as District Manager from Circle K after over 20 years of employment. Mass will be offered Monday, 12:00 p.m., St. Frances Cabrini Church, 3201 E. Presidio Road with Rev. Msgr. Robert D. Fuller officiating. Entombment to follow at Holy Hope Mausoleum. Friends may call Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. with vigil service at 7:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or charity of your choice.
GRANDE, Vivienne Margot God called you home on February 16, 2000. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Monday, February 21, 2000 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. A private graveside service to follow.
MATUNE, Penny J., age 50, died Wednesday February 16, 2000. Survived by fiance, Dan Edler; sons, Mark and Phillip both of Tucson, and Keith of Chicago IL. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.on Sunday February 20, 2000 and Noon to 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 21, 2000. Services will be on Tuesday February 22, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. Private burial will follow.
RATHER, John Daniel IV, Born, December 31, 1908, died February 18, 2000. John D. Rather IV, born inTuscumbia, Alabama on New Years Eve, married
for 66 years to the love of his life, Marian Elizabeth Little of Birmingham, Alabama and is survived by her. A testament of their life together is the legacy of their family. Sons, Dr. John D.G. Rather (Ruth) of Detroit, Dr. Edwin P. Rather (Kay) of Tucson; grandchildren, Elizabeth Gray Mayes (Galvin), Dana M. Nottage (Sam), Richard A.K. Rather, Paige M. Diehl (Brian), and Ashley Elizabeth Rather; great-grandchildren, Cody, Taylor, Kellie-Dale Maria, and Kaelyn Marian; nephews, Daniel B. Rather, Lewis M. Little; niece, Maria Wofford; and a multitude of family members and friends. Attorney and member of a FirstFamily of Alabama, Mr. Rather attended the Georgia Institute of Technology and graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1932. He retired to Tucson in 1975, and was a member of St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church. His life is full of noteworthy accomplishments: He was President of Kappa Alpha Fraternity at the University of Alabama, and a lifelong member of that Order; He returned to Aeronautical Engineering, assisting in the design of the B-29 Bomber during WWII; he was an avid Amateur Radio Operator – W7LBW- and was a member of the Old, Old Timer's Club; he also was president of numerous legal and other organizations throughout his career. He is lovingly remembered by his family as an artist, a poet and a visionary, as well as family Historian, Daddy, Granddaddy and Great Granddaddy will live in our memory, our hearts and our thoughts forever. His stories will never be forgotten. Services will be held at St. Philips in the Hills Episcopal Church, Sunday, February 20, at 1:00 p.m. Donations are accepted in lieu of flowers to: St. Philips Episcopal Church or Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation, Lexington, VA. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (At Speedway)
REYNOLDS, Emil A. 77, died February 12, 2000 in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Stella; daughter, Elizabeth; son-in-law, Lee Richard; grandson, Paul, and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. According to his request services were private. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway Blvd. 881-0338
KAY SCOTT, 44, of Tucson, passed away on February 17, 2000. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, W.H. McMullen; maternal grandparents, Cliff and Mae Holcomb; and one sister, Suzanne Storm. She is survived by her husband, Tom; parents, Charles and Sylvia McMullen; mother and father-in-law, Jim and Anna Mosebach; brothers and sister-in-law, Wendell, Jimmy and Rachel Scott and many other loving family members and friends. She was an active member of Chapel in the Hills Church and Preschool. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to, Chapel in the Hills for Special Needs V.B.S., 5455 S. Westover, Tucson, AZ 85746. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 21, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. at Chapel in the Hills Church. Burial Services will be private. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave.
SHERER, Howard, 91, passed away February 18, 2000. Survived by wife of 59 years, Dorothy W. Sherer and son, Edgar W. Sherer. Private cremation to take place. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
STATEN, Bonnielynn, 56 of Tucson, died February 16, 2000. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Christine. She is survived by husband, Bud; daughters, Lea (Jon) Muckey, Royanna (Tom) Butler; sons, Steve (Helen) Staten, John Meech, Shawn Staten, Neil (Christine) Staten; mother, Mildred Hillman; 13 grandchildren; sister, Peggy Mackey; brother, George Hillman; numerous nieces and nephews. There will be a celebration of her life, Saturday, March 11, 2000, 3:00 p.m. at her home. Donations may be made to Vista Care Hospice 5099 E. Grant Rd. Suite 131, Tucson AZ 85716. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee
KATHERINE EILEEN BROADFOOT, 59, went to be with the Lord February 17, 2000, after a car accident. Kay lived in Tucson from 1964 to 1993, then moved to Kelowna, British Columbia to be near her sister. Kay was visiting with her son and daughter and families since January. She was born in Moncton, New Brunswick, daughter of Leta and Godfrey Deacon. Kay is survived by her son, Sandy and daughter-in-law, Beth of Scottsdale; daughter, Marilyn and son-in-law, Jesus Ramirez of Tucson; five grandchildren; her mother, Leta and stepfather, Buster Gregg of St. John, New Brunswick; sister, Marilyn and brother-in-law, George Machum of Winfield, British Columbia; brother, Melville Deacon and sister-in-law, Eleanor of London, Ontario; and Lyle Broadfoot. Kay was the music director at Grace Episcopal Church in Tucson during the 1980's and more recently at St. Francis Anglican Church, Lake Country in Winfield, British Columbia. Kay volunteered for Hospice in Tucson. She had a great love for animals, and worked as a Veterinarian Technician in Tucson. Kay volunteered for the Community Policing Station, and Community Food Bank in Winfield. She was a member of the ACW (Anglican Church Women) in Winfield.
Kay's sense of humor and love of music touched everyone she met. She admitted that she was basically a very shy person who became transformed when working with the choir. Kay summed it up best when she said, 'Music is a part of my entire being-how I am best able to express myself.'
Anyone who was touched by this beautiful woman is welcome to join the family at her Funeral. A Mass of The Resurrection will be held at Our Mother of Sorrows, 1800 S. Kolb Rd., Tuesday, February 22 at 11:30 a.m. Fr. Rudy Rosales will officiate. The family is requesting that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Animals' Crusaders of Arizona, PO Box 31586, Tucson, AZ 85751-1586; or to Ronald McDonald House, 4116 Angus Drive, Vancouver, BC V6J 4H9; or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.
BUTLER, Elizabeth H., 'Betty', 70, passed away February 19, 2000. Survived by husband, Wayne; daughters, Claudia Lynn Butler of Tucson; and Kathy McAllister of Missoula, MT; granddaughter, Amanda Curtis; sister, Ann Prewitt of Bangor, ME. Memorial Service 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 26, at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lymphoma Research.
