REESE, DeElda Marie Wumkes, 100, retired real estate broker, died January 19, 1998. Born April 17, 1897 in Davis, SD, the daughter of John and Ella Sternborg Wumkes. Grew up in Grundy Center, IA and graduated from Grundy Center High School in 1915 and from Highland Park College in Des Moines, IA in 1918. Married to Owen Reese Jr. on July 23, 1920. Preceded in death by her husband in 1938 and by her son, Owen Reese III, in 1997. Survived by her daughter, Eloise Reese Clymer and son-in-law John T. Clymer M.D. of Tucson; and daughter-in-law, Sally Kincaide Reese of Prospects Heights, IL; grandchildren, Scott Owen Reese (Sherry) of Glendale, CA, Diane Clymer Perry (William) of Boulder, CO, Brian Irvin Clymer (Patty) of Tucson, Lindsey Reese Cometa (James) of Ellicott City, MD, Bryn Reese Klovens (Dean) of Oak Park, IL, Julia Clymer Zandler (Thomas) of Phoenix, Todd Evan Reese (Carolyn) of Northbrook, IL, John Owen Clymer of Boulder, CO, Jason John Reese (Lauralee) of Arlington Heights, IL, Laura Clymer of Ruidoso, NM; and step-grandchildren, David Hill (Regina) of Felton, CA, Terry Hill Curtis (James) of Arlington Heights, IL, Susan Hill Kern (Ted) of Prospects Heights, IL; and 17 great-grandchildren. Known to those who loved her as Mae, Mom, Aunt Mae, Dee, Granny, Granny Reese, and Great Granny, she taught us the values of honesty, hard work and perseverance. She managed her husband's grocery stores in Highland Park, IA after his death in 1938 until 1940. She then developed real property, building homes until wartime shortages interfered. For the next several years she worked for the Federal government in Des Moines before transferring to Chicago in 1944 while her children attended Northwestern University. At the end of WWII she returned to real estate sales and was a member of the North Shore Board of Realtors in Evanston, IL from 1948 to 1954. She moved to Phoenix in 1954 and was a real estate broker there for 20 years before retiring in 1975 at the age of 78. Since that time she has been a resident of Tucson. Granny will be remembered for her sense of style and skill in design, her inclusive definition of ``family'', her intense interest in current affairs and sports, and the cookie jar she always kept filled for her great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, January 24. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her name to Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (at McGee).
Catharine M. Storek,
65, of Tucson, died January 18, 1998. She is survived by her husband of over 40 years, Ben Storek; daughter, Karen Storek of Tucson; son, Mark Storek of Sarasota, FL; grandchildren, Sean Lange and Tyler Lange both of Tucson, Dillon Storek and Sheena Storek both of Sarasota; sister, Elizabeth Downer Munds of Wilmington, DE; numerous nephews and nieces and their families. She was pre-deceased by her sister, Eve Croswell. In 1954 Mrs. Storek graduated from Sweetbriar College, VA and later with her husband moved for her health to Tucson, where he took a position as a trust and investment officer at the Southern Arizona Bank, predecessor to Wells Fargo Bank. prior to arriving in Tucson she had been employed at Union Theological Seminary in New York and was active in the NY Junior League. After arriving in Tucson in 1958, she was a volunteer at Tucson Medical Center, an active supporter of the local Junior League, Planned Parenthood, and the Republican Party. Mrs. Storek was popular with friends and acquaintances particularly because she was a loving listener. She was a deacon at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. A Memorial Service for friends will be held, Thursday, January 22 at 4:00 p.m., St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, NE corner of Chapala Drive and Paseo Del Norte followed by a celebration of Mrs. Storek's life at the Storek residence for close friends and co-workers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in the name of Catharine M. Storek to either the American Lung Association, 2819 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson 85716 or YMCA-Lohse Family Center, 60 W. Alameda, Tucson 85701. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & Cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
STANLEY MARCUS ALCORN
died Sunday, April 18th, 1999 after a sudden unexpected illness. He was born June 18th, 1926 in Modesto, California and grew up there on the farm that he managed from the time of his father's death until his own, and on which he taught his boys, the summer farm-hands, many life lessons. He attended Modesto Junior College, interrupted his studies to serve in the Army Air Force, and graduated from UC Berkeley cum laude before completing his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology there in 1954. Then, hired by the USDA, he moved to Tucson and subsequently transferred his work to the University of Arizona where he became a Professor. His scientific work focused on diseases of cotton, sahuaros, and crops with the potential to replace petroleum products such as jojoba and guayule. Even after retirement in 1989, with thousands of students and dozens of graduate students now spread out around the country, he continued to work on some of his projects as Professor Emeritus. Stan marriage Esther Eastvold in 1949, also a Berkeley graduate and UCSF-trained physician. They had four boys, Steven, Joseph, Eric, and Mark. Stan was always curious, and in conversation, no matter what subject you raised, you felt surprised at how much he already knew of it, flattered at how much interest in it he took, and stimulated by his questions to learn more yourself. In his last years he especially enjoyed reading, his farm, travel with his beloved wife, and visits with his seven grandchildren. We will never ever forget him. A memorial service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to establish a scholarship in memory of Stanley Alcorn may be mailed to: Scholarship Development, University of Arizona, 1111 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson, AZ 85721. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HELEN BRADLEY BROOKS
a longtime resident of Tucson who was active in community affairs died April 17, 1999. She was 95. Mrs. Brooks was born in Osowatamee, KS, January 10, 1904. She came to Tucson in 1922 and entered the University of Arizona where she graduated with honors in 1926. While attending the University, Mrs. Brooks was a charter member and the first president of Beta Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Sorority. She was also a member of Phi Kappa Phi, national scholastic honorary society and later served as a part-time teacher at Tucson High School. Mrs. Brooks was past president of many organizations including St. Luke's Board of Visitors, Junior League of Tucson, Tucson Symphony Women's Association and the Assistance League of Tucson. She was also active in the Opera Guild of Southern Arizona and was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution and P.E.O. Chapter B, and International Women's Educational Association. Mrs. Brooks was preceded in death, in 1989, by her husband of 63 years, John Brooks, Professor Emeritus of Romance Languages at the University of Arizona. She is survived by her children, Rosemary Morrison and Major Frank Brooks, both of Tucson; Judge J. Thomas Brooks of Phoenix; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 23 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 E. University Blvd. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to favorite charities. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
COWLES, Shirley M., 73, of Tucson, passed away April 18, 1999. Survivors include her sisters, Alberta (Clark) Dickerson of East Hampton, CT, Barbara (Ernest) Rego of Oro Valley, plus many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, a retired career naval officer. Memorial service will be held at ARIZONA MORTUARY, an aftercare provider, 7 E. University Blvd., Monday, April 26, 1999 at 2:00 p.m.
DREXEL, Donna M., 68, of Tucson, died April 16, 1999 in the TMC Hospice. She was born May 24, 1930 in Chicago, IL. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph; daughters, Donna J. Drexel and Constance Nelson; sister, Constance Slattery. Services will be private.
FAUVER, Ernest, 64, of Oro Valley, died April 21, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Barbara Fauver; son, Scott Burke of Alta Loma, CA; daughters, Lori Hill of Enid, OK and Ellen Fauver of Alta Loma, CA; grandchildren, Chris Payne, Joshua, Amber and Ashleigh Hill, Leroy and Ursula Born; great-grandchildren, Synthia Born, Cameron Payne, Halle Hill and Eric Creel. Also surviving are his sisters, Betty Avery of Virginia Beach, VA, Jo Tevalt, Jackie Hott and Peggy Fauver, all of Winchester, Virginia. He was retired from General Dynamics, Pomona, CA after 30 years of service. Memorial service, Saturday, April 24th, 3:00 p.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY & Cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
NORMA RUTH GAMBLE
74, formerly of Tucson, passed away April 14 [1999] in Show Low, AZ. She was born in Greenville, PA, in 1924. Survived by husband, Raymond, Show Low; daughter, Kathleen (Don) Fordney; sons, Dennis (Minnie) Gamble and David (Liz) Gamble; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild, all of Tucson. She lived in Tucson from 1950 to 1984 before moving with her husband to Show Low after retiring from TUSD. She was a member of several social and volunteer organizations, such as the Ladies Auxiliary at TMC and the Navapache Hospital Ladies Auxiliary in Show Low. She is remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and as a pillar in the community giving countless hours of charity service, because she believed giving to others is our best reward. A memorial service will be held in her honor Saturday, April 24 at 8:45 a.m. at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, Southern Arizona Chapter, 5132 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712.
HAWK, William Edward, 62, of Phoenix, Arizona, died April 20, 1999. He was a retired Loomis Fargo armor car driver and was a pro bowler. He is survived by wife, Marjorie; daughters, Kathy Pluhowsky, Debbie Niederberger, Laurie Moore; son, Bill Hawk, Jr.; brothers, Ken Hawk, Sr. and Chuck Hawk, Sr. and eight grandchildren. William graduated from Tucson High School in 1955 and lived there from 1943 till 1964. Visitation will be Friday, April 23, 1999 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and funeral services will be held Saturday, April 24, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, Arizona 85254.
HERNANDEZ, Roberto, passed away on April 18, 1999. Survivors include his father, Margarito (Rosalinda) Hernandez, and his mother, Rosa Elana Cereceres; daughter, Crystal of N.M.; sons, Roberto, Jr., Fabain, and Angel; sister, Florencia (Gustavo) Ayala of NE; brothers, Margarito (Nancy), Raymond Mendibles; his ex-wife, Estela Villegas of N.M.; and many nephews and nieces. Roberto will be missed dearly by longtime friend, Francisco Fimbres and family. Roberto may you rest in peace. Visitation will be on Friday, April 23, 1999 at MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, April 24, 1999 at St. Margaret Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements made by MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS, 2580 S. 6th Ave.
MICHAEL, Col. George P. (Ret.) US Army, 81, of Tucson, died April 20, 1999. Survived by wife, Mary Elizabeth "Boots" Michael; sons, George P. (Kathleen D.) Michael, Jr. of Sierra Vista, AZ, and Jon T. Michael of Tortolita, AZ; grandchildren, Wende C. Michael, Scott A. Michael, and Dylan Michael. George is a member of Wyandotte Lodge #0003 F. & A.M. Kansas City, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, S.J. USA Valley of Tokyo, Orient of Japan, Sabbar Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. of Tucson, and the Elk's Lodge. Funeral services conducted by The Masonic Sojourners and Army Chaplain Steven Nelson, will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an aftercare provider, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial with full military honors will follow in East Lawn Palms Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson Assoc., 1650 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85719.
