91, died July 16, 2003. ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL (888-1111).
Paul Emmet Flanagan
March 16, 1923 - June 9, 2003.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kathrine Heffner Flanagan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 3 Forest St., New Canaan, Ct. 06840. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 13, 2003 at 11:30 a.m. at Saint Frances Cabrini Church.
GIFFORD, Charles L.
79, died July 17, 2003. ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL (888-1111).
Victoria P. Hernandez
85, of Tucson, went to be with our Lord on August 6, 2003. She was preceded in death by her mother, Agatha Parra; husband, Margarito (Mike) Hernandez; sons, Richard P. Hernandez, twins, Eddie and Robert Hernandez and brother, Pedro Parra. Survivors include; beloved son, Edward M. Hernandez; sisters, Socorro Sanchez, Josephine Barreda and Stella Pimentel; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Also several extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly. Victoria was married in 1937 for 63 years. She was also a member of the Legion of Mary of Santa Cruz Parrish for 21 years. Visitation will be on Sunday, August 10, 2003 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary at MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS. Mass will be offered on Monday, August 11, 2003 at Santa Cruz Church at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Services entrusted to MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS, 2580 S. 6th. Ave.
Emily Marie Bowman
Born December 8, 1986 passed away August 5, 2003. Our daughter, sister, friend and teammate was taken from us. She was born and raised in Tucson and was scheduled to begin her junior year at Canyon Del Oro High School. Emily was active throughout her school years participating in softball, gymnastics and cheerleading. She was full of laughter and her joy and passion for life were contagious. Anyone who knew Emily will never forget her smile. A Memorial Service, open to the public, will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2003 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the CDO gymnasium. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be directed to the Emily Bowman Memorial Fund c/o Canyon Del Oro High School, 25 W. Calle Concordia, Tucson, AZ 85737. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee.
Chuck Huggins
Arizona Labor Leader, dies. Long-time Arizona labor and political leader, Charles R. ("Chuck") Huggins went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 5, 2003. Huggins, 64, served for 15 years as Secretary/Treasurer of the Arizona State AFL-CIO, the highest state-level elected position in organized labor. He was a committed Christian and the salt of the earth.
Huggins was born October 20, 1938 in Chandler, Arizona. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he returned to his hometown. An electrician, he began a twenty-five year career of involvement with Local 518 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, rising through the ranks to eventually become Business Manager. He was also active in many community and civic activities in the Globe and Gila County area. He moved his family to Phoenix in 1987 when he was elected to the state position.
A tireless fighter for social and political justice and the rights of working families, Chuck Huggins' leadership of the State AFL-CIO brought a new focus on innovation, the use of technology, and the expansion of labor's traditional role. He led the creation of the Ensuring Opportunity Coalition (EOC), an initiative to serve dislocated workers and the underemployed, regardless of union membership. After his retirement as Secretary-Treasurer in 2002, he continued to serve as Executive Director of the EOC, as well as a member of the Governor's Council for Workforce Development Policy. Chuck Huggins never wavered in his principles and never backed down from a political fight for a just cause, but he pressed his case with a smile, and reached out to anyone willing to listen. Even his political opponents never questioned his integrity. His love of his work and the family of organized labor were exceeded only by his love for his own family, and especially for his granddaughters, Hannah and Sarah. His wife, Sharon; daughter, Lisa Huggins Hubbard; son-in-law, Phillip Hubbard, and granddaughters, Hannah and Sarah survive him. He had four brothers - Ted, Bob, Jim and Lewis Huggins - and a sister, Ella Mae Brandt. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, at the First Christian Church of Tempe, 2720 South Dorsey. A viewing will be held from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Valley Cathedral Christian School, Chuck Huggins Computer Lab, 6225 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 85012.
Mary Louise Frantz Ketchum
Mary Louise Frantz Ketchum, 90, died Monday, August 4, 2003, at her home in Tucson. Born in Friend, NE, March 16, 1913, she was the daughter of Arthur Hewes and Anna (Moore) Frantz. She was an alumnus of Friend High School, Duschene College, Omaha, and the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. After college, she worked for the Homeowners Loan Corporation in Lincoln.
On August 18, 1934 Mary married George Roe Ketchum of Clyde, NY. After residing in Hamilton, NY and Rochester, NY, they moved to Clyde in December, 1943, where George joined his father in A.R. Ketchum & Son Farm Supply and Coal Company. In Clyde, Mary was active in Boy and Girl Scouts, served as a charter member and president of the Women of Rotary, and president of the Catholic Daughters of America. She was also one of the founders of the Junior Catholic Daughters. She was president of the Rochester Diocesan Council of Catholic Women for two years and served on the board of the National Council of Catholic Women. For many years, she was a substitute teacher in the Clyde-Savannah Central High School. In 1988, Mary was named "Woman of the Year" by the Clyde Chamber of Commerce.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, George, in 2001. She is survived by seven children, Joan K. Selner (John), of Denver, Co., James R. Ketchum (Barbara), Gardners, PA, Anne K. Orlando, of Clyde, NY, Mary Katherine K. Gibbs (Andrew), of Centennial, CO, G. Richard Ketchum (Mary Claire), of Tucson, AZ, R. Daniel Ketchum, of Bendersville, PA, and Ellen K. Pullman (Joseph), of Truxton, NY. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Ever supportive of medical research and education, Mary donated her body to the University of Arizona College of Medicine. A Memorial Service will be held in Clyde, NY at a future date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Mary F. Ketchum Fund of St. John's Church, 114 Sodus Street, Clyde, NY 14433.
LOHMEIER, James Jude
Passed away August 6, 2003. He is survived by his four loving children, James A. Lohmeier of Waunakee, WI, Michael W. Lohmeier of Tucson, AZ, Julie E. Lohmeier of Tucson, AZ, and Christopher J. Lohmeier of Tucson, AZ; his brother, William Lohmeier, of Prescott, AZ and nine grandchildren.
PEDERSOLI, Andres M.
63. He left this world on August 3, 2003 and is survived by four children, Toni Weingart, Elvita Pedersoli Lopez, Andre Pedersoli, and Inez Pedersoli Reed; 14 grandchildren; sister, Inez Pedersoli Cruz; and former wife and friend, Elvia Pedersoli. Andres will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He was a native Tucsonan, born April 5, 1940 at St. Mary's Hospital. Andres worked as an industrial mechanic for Haskell Linen Supply, Mission Linen then Tucson Medical Center Hospital. Andres was a very devoted father and family man with a great sense of humor and loving nature. Funeral service will be at Holy Hope Cemetery on Saturday, August 9, 2003 at 1:00 p.m.
HALLER, Michelle P.
40, of Marana, AZ., formerly of LaCrosse, WI, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2003 after a courageous battle with cancer. Michelle is now in the arms of her angels. Michelle graduated in 1981 from Central High School. She has resided in Arizona for the last 15 years and has been employed by the Marana Police Department where she loved her duties and many of her co-workers, Michelle was preceded in death by her mother, Sharon K. Haller; her granny, Mary Harder and grandfather, Bill Haller. Michelle is survived by her three loving children, Amanda, Damian, and Wyatt all of Marana, AZ. Her loving father Dennis Haller (Terry) of Genoa, WI.; her sisters, Christine Utecht (Dick), Kimberly and her special sister, MJ; brothers, Thomas and Shawn all of LaCrosse, and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her many friends who were her huge support system. A special thank you to a wonderful couple, Jayme and Sledge Hartman who opened their home and hearts to care for Michelle until her passing. Michelle will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 11, 2003 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee.
GREER, Anne Pressley
84, passed away on August 7, 2003, in Tucson, AZ. She was born October 22, 1918, in Chester, SC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Col. Henry B. Greer. She is survived by two sons, Jason H. (Pamela C.) and William B. (Donna M.); two daughters, Kathryn Greer Russell (John) and Mary Anne Greer-Howard (Jim); five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation will be Sunday, August 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services will be Monday, August 11, at 2:00 p.m. at El Camino Baptist Church, 7777 E. Speedway. Burial will take place at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
Jim G. Hoppe
66, passed away on August 7, 2003. Beloved husband of Bonnelle; devoted father of Marnie (Scott) Goldberg of Florida and Beverly (Tracy) Byas of Texas; cherished grandfather of Nichole, RJ, Emily, Bailey, Sydney and Bryce. Also survived by brother, Kenneth (Pam) Hoppe of Texas. He will be buried at sea with the Navy as per his wishes. He has been a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.
MASSARA, Dominick M.
born September 2, 1917 in New York City, passed away July 27, 2003 in Tucson. Survived by sister, Theresa (John) Pera of NY; nieces, Barbara Cahill of NJ and Norma Snyder of MD and several grand nephews. Dominick was a light heavy weight boxing contender and taught boxing in Mesa. He was an Army veteran of WWII. An active community volunteer, he assisted the Pima Air Museum and Challenger Learning Center, as well as others. He was also an active member of the Elks and Shriners. Dominick was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Francis De Sales. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 11, 2003 at St. Frances De Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Memorials may be made to the Church in his memory. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
Violet A. (nee Dailey) Heisey
Died August 6, 2003. Survived by her loving husband, J. Richard of 53 years. Beloved Mother of Richard G., Gregory (Kathy) and Barbara Franco. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Brianna, Colin, Aidan, Josue (Rachel) and Tanya, and her great-granddaughter, Marcella. Violet attended college at the Indiana PA State Teacher's College, and later moved to Douglas, AZ where she was instrumental in founding DARC, Douglas' first school for handicapped children, as well as teaching CCD classes at Immaculate Conception Parish. In 1970, Violet was awarded the "Lady of the Year" in recognition of her vast and distinguished service to the Douglas community. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 10, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Avenue, with the Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd. Donations may be made in Violet's name to DARC P.O. Box 252, Douglas, AZ 85608. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Avenue.
BAUMANN, Mary Helen
passed on from natural causes on Friday August 1, 2003. Before moving to Tucson in the spring of 1999 where she lived with her son, Richard. Mary was a 54 year resident of Des Plaines, Illinois in suburban Chicago after being born and spending her early adulthood in New York City. In addition to her son, Mary is survived by her granddaughter, Patricia Burroughs who lives in Dublin, CA and her grandson, Andrew who is a firefighter in the Tucson area. While Mary's heart and roots remained with those she knew and loved in Des Plaines after so many years, she was appreciative of those who befriended and helped her here in Tucson. Her son and family sincerely thank all those kind and generous people in both places. Mary was happy in her final days and she passed on quickly at home with her son by her side. As Mary seemed to follow the sun in her time here on Earth, we are certain the sunset of that journey finds her embarking on a new one, happily with her Father in Heaven. In celebration of Mary's new beginning, a Funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Heart Novitiate, 3820 N. Sabino Canyon Road at 8:00 a.m. Friday, August 15 in honor of her life and 87th birthday which coincides with the Feast of the Assumption on that day. Mary loved animals and requested any remembrances be made to the Humane Society or animal shelter of your choice.
Timothy R. McFeeters
Timothy Robert McFeeters, age 54, formerly of Topeka, KS died Sunday, August 3, 2003, in Las Vegas, NV.
He was born Sunday,April 3, 1949 in Kansas City, MO, the oldest son of Cleda and Robert McFeeters, formerly of Topeka, now residing in Tucson, AZ.
Mr. McFeeters was a member of Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka where he served as an altar boy.
He graduated from Hayden High School, where he played varsity football and track, and Washburn University in Topeka where he was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He later completed two Masters degrees in Social Work and Public Administration at Eastern Washington State University.
Survivors include his parents, Robert and Cleda McFeeters, Tucson, AZ; three sisters, Sandra C. Chebo, Topeka, Judith C. Payne, Fort Collins, CO, Cindy Hefley, San Diego, CA; and one brother, Richard K. McFeeters, Tucson, AZ. A mass will be held Tuesday, August 19th at 10:00 a.m. in the Mausoleum at Holy Hope Cemetery, 3555 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ. Services will be followed by a private internment. Beloved son and brother, you will be greatly missed,
rest in peace
