SWANSON, Valentine, 93, of Tucson, died March 18, 1996. Survived by wife, Gertrude; son, Robert; daughter, Valerie (Dale) Allen; grandchildren, Robert Jr., Lorinda, Stefan and Nathan Swanson, Teia Kovacich, Dale II, Eric, Andrew and Scott Allen; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Nikolas, Kohl, Kaitlyn, and Kyndalle. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., March 20. Services will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1:30 p.m., March 21 with Rev. Viliulfo Valderrama officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Donations may be made to Alzheimers Treatment and Research Center.
YBARRA, Joe D., 66, of Tucson, passed away March 14, 1996. Beloved husband of Amelia, father of Edward, Joey, Jr., and Yvette, also survived by brothers and sister; John Lupe Munoz, Jesse and Henry Ybarra. He will be missed by all the family. He served in the Army Air Force, a charter member of American Legion Sahuaro Post #68, member of the Latin American Club, State Legislature for four years and retired from Pima County as elections technician. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, March 22, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at 11:00 a.m. at South Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
ARNETT, Vayne, 81, died March 18, 1996. Survived by his children, William (Lucia) Arnett, Gregory Arnett, both of Tucson, Patricia (Tad) Miller of CA, Pamela (Mel) Horn of Tucson; brother, Vic of IL; sisters, Vivian and Vayden; 11 grandchildren also survive. Mr. Arnett was a long time Tucson resident and was a retired U.S. Postal worker. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ones favorite charity. Mass will be offered at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 22 at St. Frances de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco with interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
BRADBURY, James W., 68, of Marana, died March 16, 1996. Survived by wife, Barbara; children, James W. Bradbury II of KY, Howard E. Bradbury of FL, Ruth Ann Rawlings of IN, Carl O. Bradbury of AZ; nine grandchildren; brother, Wilbur Bradbury of TX; sisters, Mildred Williams and Sarah Swatsley, both of TX. He was a 25 years veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Private Service and Interment were held at the National Veterans Cemetery in Phoenix. Memorials may be made to the VFW Building Fund, P.O. Box 892, Arva/Marana, AZ 85653. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
FOLKERS, Lawrence Jay, age 42, of Tucson, formerly of Sterling, IL, died Saturday, March 16, 1996 after suffering a brain hemorrhage resulting from a previously undiagnosed cerebral aneurysm. He collapsed early Thursday morning while at work as a psychiatric social worker at Kino Hospital and never regained consciousness. During the last hours of his life he was surrounded by his family, his wife, Debbie, her sisters, Kelly Valdivia, and Kim Steeby, and other family and friends at Tucson Medical Center before his body was committed to the Donor Network of Arizona. The much loved youngest son of Elmer and Orpha Folkers is survived by his wife, Debbie; his parents; and his brothers, Thomas, Bruce, and Douglas Folkers; three nieces and five nephews. Larry worked for 18 years with a variety of agencies in Tucson’s medical community and was working toward a master’s degree in educational leadership. Beyond family and work, his concerns included supporting the interests of the homeless and supporting environmental conservation. Larry was an avid hiker and gardener. When not otherwise involved, he could usually be found at his computer traveling the Internet while listening to his eclectic collection of music. Friends of Larry and Debbie’s may wish to visit an open house at their home Thursday, March 21 between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Friends of the family may also attend a memorial service for Larry at the Catalina Baptist Church, 1900 N. Country Club Road, Friday, March 22 at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests any memorials may be sent to the Community Food Bank in Mr. Folker’s memory.
FRANCIS, Bernice I., 83, died March 18, 1996. Mrs. Francis was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Andrew L. Francis. She is survived by her daughters, Sarah (Abe) Villalobos of Tucson and Jan Francis of CA; grandchildren, Brian Villalobos, Joe, Jill and Jim Francis; many relatives and friends also survive. Mass will be offered at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd., with interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
LEWIS, Dave V., age 72, of Tucson, passed March 16, 1996. Survived by nieces, Angela Renchie, CA, Denise Hoskins, and Venita Flannigan, of Tucson; nephew, William E. Lewis, Tucson and many other relatives and friends. Mr. Lewis was the brother of Captain Nolan D. Lewis, who preceded him in death. Memorial Services Friday, March 22, 1996 at 3:00 p.m. at the V.A. Hospital Chapel, 3601 S. 6th Ave. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
LIDDLE, “Tex’, 85 years old, died Saturday, March 16, 1996. He was an area resident for 43 years. He retired from Hughes Aircraft. Activities include being a guide for the Southern Arizona Hiking Club. He is survived by many friends. Memorial Services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 22, at ARIZONA MORTUARY CHAPEL, with Chaplain Patrick Cunningham as officiant.
MARCIONE, Trudi, 50, passed away March 18, 1996. Beloved mother of Ron Beauchat and Reed Marcione; daughter of Helen Hiemstra; sister, Terri (Joe) Chicko; grandchildren, Kezia and Todd Beauchat. Private Memorial Services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Hospice Family Care Foundation, 1920 W. Rudasill, 85704.
PIRGE, Laure Faye, 88 years old, died Tuesday, March 19, 1996. She was an area resident for 13 plus years. Survived by brothers, Fred and Luther Miller of NM; brother, Jake Miller of NV; brother, Buck Miller of TX; sister, Nannie Oldham of Tucson; three nephews; three nieces. Viewing will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral will be 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
STANDIFER, Lonnie N., died March 14, 1996 after a prolonged illness. For many years he was Research Associate and Director of the USDA Carl Hayden Bee Research Laboratory in Tucson. Interment was in Itasca, TX, after memorial services in Fort Worth, TX.
VALDEZ, Amelia A., deceased March 17, 1996. Born November 1, 1916. Survived by husband, David G. Valdez; daughter, Mary Gloria (Salvador) Villa; daughter, Silvia (Jesus) Seruenti; and son, Robert Alcouerde; 10 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren; three brothers, Rafael, Antonio and Jesus Maria. She was preceded in death by parents Vicente and Dolores Alcouerde; sisters, Carmela, Fransisca and Maria De Jesus; and brother, Vicente. Visitation will be held at South Lawn, Friday from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Mass will be heard Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at St. John’s Church. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
WADE, Alfred Michael, 44, of Tucson, died March 19, 1996. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Survived by wife, Margaret Wade of Tucson; daughters, Rochelle Lopez of Douglas, AZ, Stephanie Wade, Jenna Wade, both of Tucson; parents, William Wade of Elkhart, IN, Michellina Almstead of New Rochelle, NY; brothers, Billy Wade of Bronx, NY, Wayne Almstead, Sean Almstead, Michael Almstead, all of New Rochelle, NY; grandchildren, Danny Lopez, DeAndrew Lopez, Destiny Lopez. Services Saturday, 10:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with interment following in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
WELLS, Ruth S., born August 15, 1927, passed away March 15, 1996. Survived by two daughters, Ruth Mitchell-Belford and Flip VanBrocklin; three grandchildren; and one niece, Colleen Young. A Memorial Service will be held at El Mesquital, Three Points, 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23rd.
BRENEMAN, Leta F., 67, of Tucson, died March 15, 1996. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Fow and Gayle Breneman; son-in-law, John Fow; grandchildren, Brian and Kristie Fow and Alicia Quirk; great-grandchildren, Garrett and Megan Fow; sister, Neva Provena; and brother, Ralph Fairman. Mrs. Breneman was born in Ft. Scott, KS March 19, 1928. She was a member of Ladies AUX. #549, an avid bowler and member of TWBA and WIBC for 35 years. A special thanks to Judy and Mary at TMC Hospice and to her Doctor. Donations may be made to the TMC Hospice. Services were private. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
BURNEO, William J., 85, died Tuesday, March 20, 1996 in Tucson. Survived by one son, James William Burneo of Crockel, CA; three daughters, Marilyn Young, Annette Colbeck, both of Tucson, Cathy McLallen of Sebastapol, CA; and one sister, Madeline Bordoni of Ocala, FL; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service for Mr. Burneo will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 1996 at Vista Montano United Methodist Church, 3001 E. Mira Vista Lane, Tucson. Memorials may be made to Community Hospice, 4330 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ. 85718. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
ENCINAS, Tony R., 50, born in Tucson, AZ on June 9, 1945, died March 20, 1996. Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Josephine and brother Frank. Survived by sons, Mark (Sylvia) and Hector (Stephanie); daughter, Carrie; and six grandchildren; brothers, Carlos (Rosa) and Ben (Sylvia); and sister, Cecilia. Tony touched the lives of many friends and relatives with his loving and unselfish ways and will be missed by all of us. Memorial Mass Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Santa Cruz Church, corner 22nd St. and South 6th Ave.
ENLOW, John W., 86, of Tucson, died Thursday, March 21, 1996. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Carondelet Health Services, Give to Life, P. O. Box 50026, Tucson, 85775-0308.
GAIRE, SR., Joseph P., went to God on his 86th birthday, March 19, 1996. Beloved father of Judith Auletta and Joseph, Jr.; grandfather of Margaret, Matthew, Joseph, III, Suzanne, Michael, Patrick and Richard; great-grandfather of Steven (deceased), Andy, Cheryl, Joey and Nicole. If friends would like to make a donation in my father’s name, please make the donation to Casa De Los Ninos Crisis Center to help those children who were not blessed with a kind and gentle father, such as mine. Arrangements by Wolfgang Peace Chapel.
KENT, Douglas, 43, of Tucson, died March 19, 1996. Survived by wife, Suzanne Kingsley Kent; daughter, Amy Kent; sons, Larry Jones and Kyle Jones; father, Frank Kent; brother, Franklyn Kent. Preceded in death by his mother, Anne Kent. Mr. Kent served in the United States Air Force for 10 years from 1971-1981. He was a decorated Air Force Veteran, who served in Korea and Vietnam, and received two Air Force commendation medals. Mr. Kent was also a technical advisor with IBM for 10 years. Private Services will be held. Arrangements were handled by Green Valley Mortuary and Memorial Gardens.
KEYES, James Turney, 84, of Tucson, AZ died March 18, 1996. He was born in 1911 in Williamsport, OH and grew up in Circleville and Columbus. He was an Alumnus of Ohio State University where he was a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity. For most of his life he was involved in the textile industry, retiring in Scottsdale, AZ in 1966 where he was on the fundraising board of Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. In 1990 he moved to Fort Myers, FL where he served as a charter member of the Kelly Greens Homeowners Association. He is survived by his wife, Eloise Peppard Keyes of Tucson; sister, Mary Elizabeth Keyes of Fort Myers, FL; son, David Turney Keyes of Gig Harbor, WA; daughter, Denny Keyes Alspach of Tucson; and grandchildren, Lindsay Alspach of San Francisco, Megan Alspach of Phoenix, AZ, Whitney Whiten of Kent, WA and Joshua Turney Keyes of Tacoma, WA. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m. at Villa Compana, 6635 E. Carondelet Drive, Tucson. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association Southern Arizona Chapter, P.O. Box 13423, Tucson, AZ 85732-3423. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
