EWER, Bobby M., 23, passed away June 24, 2000. Survived by sons, Michael J. Colburn and Robert Michael Ewer; parents, Greg and Gracie Ewer; brother, Greg Ewer, Jr.; sister, Jodi Ewer; grandparents, and many more special family and friends. Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 30, 2000 at HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan. He will be loved and missed by everyone he touched.
HARRISON, Roberta Jean, 75, June 26, 2000. Mother of Sandra Layton of Clifton Park, NY, Eugene Harrison of Mattoon, IL, and Leslie Miller of Dana Point, CA. Six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. She was a resident of Tucson for ten years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 30, 2000 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. to service time, Friday, June 30, 2000.
KNAPE, Elizabeth. Born November 26, 1903. Died June 25, 2000. Survived by son Hibberd Knape; eight grandchildren; & nine great-grandchildren. preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Levy; & daughter, Phyllis Kinnley. Elizabeth taught high school home economics in Douglas, AZ for 20 years. She was a member of The Daughters of the Nile & Eastern Star. Services will be private. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
MASTIN, Harold Peter 91, passed away on June 24, in Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dolly (Margaret) Obermayer Mastin; his daughter, Bonnie Mastin Crawford (Hal); and grandsons Todd M. Crawford and Scott B. Crawford, all of Tucson. Harold lived in Chicago until moving to Florida for his retirement in 1971. They moved to Tucson in 1989 to be nearer to their daughter and family. He will be especially missed for his sense of humor and quick puns. Memorial service to be arranged later. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
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.
MEDINA, Elena R., 82, of Tucson, Arizona passed away June 25, 2000. Survived by daughter, Maria Beatrice (Jose) M. Camacho; sons, Francisco Javier (Maria) and Paul E. (Kim) Medina; sister, Artemiza Felix De Rivera; brothers, Ruben, Ubaldo and Ramon Rivera Montano; also survived by two grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2000 from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (North Chapel) 204 S. Stone Ave., with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be offered on Friday, June 30, 2000, 9:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, Inc.
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.
GEORGE D. PICKEREL, 82, passed away June 22, 2000. He retired to Surprise, AZ. He had served the citizens of Pinal County for over 30 years. He had been a Deputy Sheriff from 1948-1958, and constable from 1954-1958. He was Justice of the Peace in Casa Grande from 1959-1976. He was adult Probation Officer from 1976-1979. He was a loving husband for over 30 years to Floy Lee Pickerel, and then to Betty Lou Pickerel. Both preceded him in death. He was a loving father, and is survived by his step-son, Clyde W. McNeil of San Jose, CA and his children Justin and Kendra McNeil; step-daughter, Jo Lynn McNeil of Tucson and her children Todd and Erin Arena; brothers, Robert W. Pickerel and Earl V. Pickerel, both of LA. He was Exalted Ruler of the Casa Grande Elks from 1963-1964, President of the Arizona Elks from 1971-1972, an Grand Tyler from 1980-1981. He was a fair and honest judge. He loved to hunt and fly fish. He told more jokes than any man I've known. A memorial will be held in his memory at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 30, 2000 at the Casa Grande Elks Lodge. Please bring a story or joke for his memory book. George will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
SCHMID, Arthur F. died June 26, 2000 after a brief illness. He was born August 23, 1909 and lived in Patterson, NY most of his life. He worked at General Electric Company in Schenectady, NY until he retired in 1969. He also spent much spare time working for his favorite place, Sacandaga Bible Conference, Broadalbin, NY. He was involved there for over 50 years. He resided in Tucson for the past 10 years. Survived by his son, Arthur L. Schmid of Tucson; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. He is loved and respected by all who knew him. Funeral service 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 29, 2000 at Cortaro Vista Community Church, 8600 N. Camino de Oeste with Pastor Ted VanDeBerg officiating. There will be a graveside service at Woestina cemetery, Pattersonville, NY on July 22, 2000. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in memory of Arthur to either Cortaro Vista Community Church Building Fund, Tucson, AZ or Sacandaga Bible Conference, Broadalbin, NY. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 29, 2000 at the church. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
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.
WEAVER, Maxine R., 70, of Tucson, passed away on June 25, 2000. She is preceded in death by her husband, John D. and a daughter, Pamela June. She is survived by one daughter, Carolyn (Vladimir) Afanasiev; one son, Charles Weaver; four grandchildren, Kirk, Mike, John, Amanda and many other loving family members and friends. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY. Arrangements made by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
WILCOX, Marie H., 86, died June 25, 2000. Survived by nieces Dorothy Stavola and Lauren Milad; and sister-in-law Dorothy Pearl Pitts all of Baltimore, MD. She was a resident of Tucson for the last 53 years. Funeral service 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 29, 2000 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, with Dr. Wayne North officiating. Burial will be in Chicago, Illinois. Donations in memory of Marie Wilcox may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 2200 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85719. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
William (Woody) Woodring - Died June 25, 2000. Woody was a Christian, patriot, husband and father. His priorities were God and family. He is survived by Jessie, is wife of 57 years; son, William (Joan) Woodring from Olatin, KY; daughters, Susan (Carter) Winkler, Sandra (Harvey) Mordka; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Williams from IL; and brother Truitt Woodring from TX.
BELL, David C., age 90 of Tucson, died Sunday, June 25, 2000. Survived by his loving wife, Monie, Tucson; sister, Ardure Warren, CA; daughter, Janie (James) Noflin, CA; David Jr. (Margaret), NC, Danny (Angela) Bell, MD.; grandchildren, Robin Jones, CA., Monie Bell, SC., DaNay Bell, MD., Damasi Bell, NC., Danny, MD., Kangata Bell, Ft Lee, VA., DaNique Bell, MD., Dana Bell, MD., Ishmall Bell, NC.; great-grandchild, Jovani, CA.; many nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends. Special thanks to Cleve and Ruth Holifield. Dad, 'we will all dearly miss you.' Services: Viewing 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 30, 2000. Funeral, 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 210 E. Lester Street, Tucson. Rev. Rickey Bernard Harvey Officiating. Interment South Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by Family Owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd.
BOOKER, Thelma Beola Roach - On June 18, 1947, Thelma Beola Roach Booker, was born to the Union of Vernon Roach, Sr. and Lelia Lawrence Roach. She departed this earthly life on Monday, June 26, 2000 at her residence to take her presence in heaven.
She attended the Church of the Living God in Oklahoma City, OK.
She married
Donald Joe Cheadle, Sr. and raised a family of Donald Joe Cheadle, Jr. and Monica Michelle Cheadle.
Later in San Angela, TX, she married
Staff Sergeant Wilbert Duncan Booker, Jr. in 1974. Of this union, she added to her family Shayla Tameka Booker.
When you think of Thelma, you think of a considerate, compassionate and caregiving individual. She was always a joy to be around. She was an inspiration to all persons she came in contact with. She was always willing to walk that extra yard or work that extra minute to make things right, even in extreme pain. A loving mother, wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and grandmother. Beloved memories of Thelma will live on with family and friends.
She leaves to mourn her loving husband, Wilbert Duncan Booker, Jr., Tucson, AZ; her mother, Lelia Gipson, Oklahoma City, OK; her stepfather, Otis Gipson, Oklahoma City, OK; her mother-in-law, Hattie A. Booker, Baton Rouge, LA; two daughters, Monica Michelle Chachulski and Shayla Tameka Booker, Tucson, AZ; a son, Donnie J. Booker, Oklahoma City, OK; four sisters, Myrtrice Perry, Aquilla Grady, Veronica Cole, Oklahoma City, OK, and Optricia Hardinman, Atlanta, GA; four brothers, Sammy Nugent, Vernon Roach, Kelvin Thompson, Oklahoma City, OK, and Earl Hook, Tulsa, OK; seven aunts, Novella Lawrence, Marie Hytche, Lucille Taylor, Lennie Reiter, Elsie Warren, Oklahoma City, OK, and Betty Simpson, Los Angeles CA; five uncles, Tommy Lawrence, Lonny Lawrence, Donnell Roach, Oklahoma City, OK; James Roach, Mount Clair, CA, Talmidge Lawrence, La Port, TX; and a host of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held Saturday, July 01, 2000 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave, at 1:00 p.m. with Funeral Service to follow. Interment will be at South Lawn cemetery. Services entrusted to SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
BROWN II, Jonathan 'JJ', 25, was born on April 24, 1975 in Williamsport, PA. He died on June 23, 2000. He was a loving father, son, brother, grandson, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend. He leaves to mourn his passing: his mother, Anita Smith-Etheridge; sister, Tinika Brown; niece, Imani Brown; grandfather, Carl L. Smith, Sr.; daughter, Breanna Brown; son, Jonathan Brown III; and his devoted fiance, Jamie Machado, who stood by him to the end; also a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is survived by his father Jonathan Brown, Sr. of CA; great-grandmother Margarite Jordon of Berwyn, PA; grandfather Joe Brown of Williamsport, PA. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Elizabeth Smith. His display of courage and faith, along with his wonderful smile will be greatly missed by all who loved him. Viewing will be Friday, June 30, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen Mortuary, 3015 N. Oracle Rd, with the funeral following at 12:00 noon.
MALISEWSKI, Steven C., 47, passed away June 26, 2000 of heart failure. preceded in death by his father, Josef Malisewski; his father-in-law Dick Clark; and his sister-in-law Kathy Malisewski.
Survived by his family, loving wife Kathleen of 14 years; children, Clark Josef and Kristen Joy, twins age 7; mother, Dorothy Malisewski; and mother-in-law Ann M. Clark; brothers and sisters, Cathy DeLaO (Jim Lane), Joanne (David) Del Castillo, Joseph (Kim) Malisewski, Michael (Patty) Malisewski, Thomas (Suzi) Malisewski and Beth (Rob) Reniewicki; brothers-in-law, Bruce (Carol) Clark, Greg (Marsha) Clark; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Steve graduated from Salpointe Catholic High School and the University of Arizona. He was employed by MicroAge Computer stores for 10 years during which time he was Vice President of Marketing. He held a number of executive positions with Compaq Computer Corporation in Houston, Texas during his 12 years of employment. At the time of his retirement he was Senior Director of Marketing. Steve had reached his goal of retiring from the corporate world at age 45.
Since his retirement he had become a successful investor, consultant, and confidant to several growing businesses in the Houston area.
Steve had a star quality that touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with. His integrity, loyalty, and generosity were among his many attributes admired by all those who knew him. He developed a great love and became quite accomplished at the game of golf.
Loved so much by his wife and children, and all who knew him, he will be sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Salpointe Catholic High School, Covenant House of Houston, or the American Heart Association. Your prayers are all that is necessary.
Service will be held Friday and Saturday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco; Visitation, Friday 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Prayer Service, Friday 7:00 p.m.; Funeral Mass, Saturday 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
