RUDE, Deborah Jean, 41, died June 23, 2000. Wife of George Rude; daughter of Virginia Bowen; niece of Jack and Lonnie Kelly; daughter-in-law of George L. and Leona Rude; granddaughter of Bonnie Short; cousin of Kim Kelly and Brian Kelly and family; niece of Bonnie and Gary Cohen. She volunteered at the Greyhound Adoption League and will be missed by all the puppies. She was an excellent medical assistant, receiving several awards and honors. Debbie was proud to be an organ donor. She was a little girl with a big heart and was loved by all. Graveside service 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at TMP East Lawn cemetery, 5801 E. Grant, with Dr. Wayne North Officiating. Friends by call from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 27 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Deborah's name be made to the Greyhound Adoption league, 4310 S. Calico Lane, Tucson, AZ 85735. 578-2792
ACEDO, Dalia R., 70, of Tucson, died June 25, 2000. Born May 12, 1930 in Tucson. preceded in death by husband, Oscar Acedo. Survived by sons, Oscar (Sheri) Acedo, Jr. of Tucson, Tommy (Martha) Acedo of Rio Rico, AZ; daughters, Melva (Hector) Estrada, Selma (Willie) Granillo; Elva (Carlos) Meadmore all of Tucson; brother, Fernando Robles, Sr.; sisters, Gero Lopez and Alicia Gamez all of Tucson; thirteen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren, and many friends. Chapel Service Friday, 9:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Interment Holy Hope cemetery.
CARPENTER, Linda Morse, age 70, of Tucson, AZ, died Tuesday, June 20, 2000 at her home.
She was born on May 20, 1930, in Long Beach, CA, the daughter of Elmer D. and Dorothy (Ducetta) Morse. Linda attended Lawrence College in Appleton, Wisconsin. She married
William H. Carpenter in 1950.
She is survived by her son, William (Mary Christine) Carpenter of Rochester, NY; grandchildren, Kelly (David) Mor, Joseph, Lisa, Mary, and Thomas Carpenter; and two sisters, Dorothy Mae Rothwell and Mary Kay MacNeil.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 30, 2000, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Green Lake, Wisconsin, where she was a former member. Father John R. Dowd will officiate. Interment will be in Dartford cemetery, Green Lake, Wisconsin.
Memorial contributions in Linda Carpenter's memory should be directed to: Catholic Student Center at Dartmouth, P.O. Box 147, Hanover, NH 03755.
Local arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
DOVERSPIKE, Ruth M., 88, of Tucson, died June 22, 2000. Survived by daughters, Judith Ann (Fred) Burkhard of Sodus, NY, Dana Ruth (Tom Albanese) Pearson of Downers Grove, IL, Jaye Leslie (Dale) Arouty of Tucson; grandchildren, Vincent, David and Paul Hickey, Ame Eaton, Shane and Jesse Arouty; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Debbie and Heather Eaton; brother, Hugh A. (Helyne) McMullen of McKees Rocks, PA. Private services arranged by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Carondelet Hospice.
Clifton H. Lee - Beloved husband of Virginia. Clifton was born August 2, 1924 in Red Boiling Springs, TN and died June 24, 2000 in Tucson. A disabled veteran of WW II, he was a Japanese prisoner-of-war for three years and nine months in the Philippines. Mr. Lee retired in 1983 after 33 years of federal civil service. A loving father, he leaves behind four children, Connie Colell of TX, Terry Lee of NV, Susan Campbell of TX and Larry Lee of Tucson. We will also be missed by his six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by a sister, Genevieve Klopfenstein of IA; brother, Murl Lee of MO. Memorial service 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2000 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
MATHEWS, Skeets A. On Friday June 23, 2000, of Tucson AZ. Beloved son of C.D. and Mary Lou Mathews; brother of David and John Mathews. Friends may call at the EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. on Thursday, June 29, 2000 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
MUNDT, Tecla D., 83, beloved mother of Marjorie Mundt Benson; dear wife of the late Walter Mundt, passed away June 22, 2000.
Mass will be offered Thursday, June 29, 2000, 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 215 S. Craycroft. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.
BILL SOTO, ‘Husband', ‘Mr. Bill', 39, of Tucson, passed away on June 22, 2000. His survivors include, loving wife, Martha Lourdes; daughter, Reyna Isabel; and son, Guillermo Andres (Gemo); sisters, Linda (Ruben) Lopez, Frances Rosalia; father-in-law, Raul Vasquez. He is preceded in death by parents, Max and Esperanza Soto. Bill will be missed by numerous friends and family near and dear to his heart.
Psalm 116: 15 & 16
Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of his saints.
O' Lord, truly I am your servant, I am your servant, the son of your maid-servant; You have freed me from my chains……
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 28, 2000 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a service at 7:00 p.m. at MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS. Funeral services will be at Son Life Chapel on Thursday, June 29, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at 2955 W. Ironwood Hills Dr. Arrangements by MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2580 S. 6th Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to DM Federal Credit Union Trust FBO Reyna Soto (481062-0) and Guillermo Soto (481061-0), P.O. Box 15115, Tucson, AZ 85708-0115.
Harry E. Spaulding, 82, of Tucson, passed away on June 20, 2000. Survivors include his two sons, Phil (Nancy), Larry (Kathy), both of Tempe; five grandchildren, Jeffrey, Lee-Ann, Laura, Jason, Wendy; and one great-grandson, Anthony. Harry was active in Masons, Scottish Rite, and the Sabbar Band. He was chairman of the board of Pima County Federal Credit Union. Harry taught in the Science Department at Flowing Wells High School for 25 years. He was a member of Catalina United Methodist Church for over 40 years, being involved in Homebuilders Sunday School Class. A memorial service will be held at Catalina United Methodist Church, on Friday, June 30, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catalina United Methodist Church or Shrines Children's Hospital. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
WELCH, DaVonne L., 65, of Tucson died June 25, 2000. Survived by husband, Gene Welch; son, Rick (Shari) Welch of Tucson; brother, Jimmy Couch of VA; sisters, Donna Hough of Scottsdale, Janice Rhen of Phoenix; grandchildren, Traci, Greg, Derek and Alyssa. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, with Paster Gary Shrader officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile
NORMA AZALEE BECKER - A Tucson resident since 1958, went to be with her Lord on Monday, June 26, 2000. She was born in White County, Illinois on June 22, 1910 and just celebrated her 90th birthday.
She is survived by daughters, Norma Sue Clark, Mary Lou (Johnny) Austin; son, John (Mary) Becker; brother, Lewis (Gladys) Gowdy; six grandchildren, Jim, Tammy, Greg, David, Jennifer, Jeffrey; and two great grandchildren, Chad and Cody.
She was a member of Northwest Baptist Church and a memorial service will be held there on Saturday, July 1 at 11:00 a.m. The address is 2926 W. Curtis Rd.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Northwest Baptist Church.
Noel Carter, age 77 passed away on June 24, 2000 after a short illness, at the home of his daughter, with his family at his side. Mr. Carter resided in Tucson since 1959, having only recently relocated to Tempe. He was employed by Pima Mine for 18 years, retiring from Tanner Companies in 1986. He was a member of Operators and Engineers Local #428 out of Tucson. Mr. Carter is survived by his loving wife and constant companion of 54 years, Roene; daughter Noel Ann Davis of Tempe; sons, John (Paula) Carter of Tucson and Hal (Karen) Carter of Mesa; also seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Odyssey Health Care, Inc., 445 S. Rual Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282. At the decedent's request there will be no funeral, however there will be a memorial at Papago Park in Tempe on July 1, 2000 at 8:30 a.m.
CONTRERAS, Mariano V., 60, of Phoenix, AZ, was a hard working, loving dad and grandfather. He entered into eternal rest June 24, 2000. He was born July 26, 1939 in Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his loving wife of forty years of marriage, Christina Contreras; two sons, Mariano, Jr. and Gabriel (Maby) Contreras; five daughters, Deniza A. Contreras, Yvonne Millett, Lisa M. (Francisco) Macias, Abigail (Edward) Estrella, and Rosela Contreras; three brothers, Manuel, Jr., William, and Rene Contreras; three sisters, Julia Contreras, Carmen Godoy, and Rosie Herrera; eighteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his children, grandchildren and all who knew and loved him. We'll miss you Tata, thank you for everything. A visitation will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave, Thursday, June 29, 2000 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be Friday, June 30, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL with interment to follow at South Lawn cemetery.
deCOOK, Christine Torrey, 87, of Peoria, AZ, passed away on June 24, 2000.
Christine was born in Rogersville, TN and spent her childhood among the hills and wildflowers of eastern Tennessee, before the dam, before electricity, before welfare and Social Security, where 'everyone was poor but they were all good and honest people.'
Upon graduating high school she accompanied one of her sisters to the more healthful climate of southern Arizona and began her new life among the sand and prickly pear, the tall palms and towering Catalina Mountains.
Admitted to the University of Arizona in Tucson, she graduated with distinction in 1934. She always maintained close ties with her Alma Mater and remained a very loyal Wildcat fan.
Christine Torrey met at married
William deCook, raised three children, and had a long, rewarding career in social services, working for the court system in adoption placement and juvenile issues. In 1979 she received from the mayor's office the title of 'Outstanding Citizen of Tucson' in recognition of her 33 years of service to children and families in the city.
After retirement, while helping at a center for the blind, she became interested in pottery making, and created many beautiful pieces painted with authentic designs of the Ildefonso peoples and the ancient Mimbres of New Mexico.
Mrs. deCook was a published poet and at the age of 85 she wrote her first novel. She used her life experiences, her observations and interest, and her childhood memories to celebrate the simple honesty and goodness in people.
She is survived by her daughter, Ann Lanese (Robert); son, Jim DeCook (Rosemary); eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be private. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Arizona, 2222 W. Northern Ave., Ste A-100, Phoenix, AZ 85021.
Abundio D. Elias - A resident of Douglas, AZ, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2000 at the age of 98. He enjoyed life, love and family. Born on May 22, 1902 in San Pedro Palominas, Sonora. preceded in death by his dear wife, Mary Rita Picone Elias. Survived by daughters, Rosita (Rudy) Rosales of Tucson, Maria Luisa (Victor) Montero of Nogales, Gloria Elias of Tucson and Ramona Elias Pascual of Simi Valley, CA; sons, Abundio Elias, Jr. of San Diego, CA and Enrique Elias Chavez of Los Mochis, Sinaloa; twenty-two grandchildren, among them Dr. Ana-Luisa Rosales (Dr. Jose Hurtado), Dr. Daniel (Anne) Rosales, Rudy R. Rosales, Jr., Tony (Susan) Elias, Tito (Vicky) Elias, Dr. Rosalinda Nogales, Dr. Anna Elena Nogales, Dr. Miguel (Guadalupe) Montero, Lic. Adolfo (Olga) Montero, Lic. Sergio (Ada) Montero, Joey Pascual III, Edward and Lisa Pascual, Herminia Elias; forty-one great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm. with Rosary 7:00 p.m., Wednesday at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 29, 2000 at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone. Further services and interment will be Friday in Douglas. Remembrances may be made to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712. The family extends its sincere gratitude to all the staff involved with TMC Hospice, for their compassionate care and assistance. Special thanks to Yvonne C., R.N. and Cathy S., R.N. for allowing Abundio to pass away in peace and dignity at home, surrounded by the love of Christ and family.
