BRORBY, Melvin L., 101, died April 28, 1996 in Tucson, AZ. Survived by daughter, Virginia; son, Harry; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Born 1894, Decorah, IA. He attended University of Wisconsin, Oxford University, University of Strassbourg, and the Sorbonne (Paris). After serving in WWI, he did extensive traveling in Europe, India, and China. Co-founder and Senior Vice-President of Needham, Louis, and Brorby Inc., advertising agency in Chicago which, after several mergers, became DDB Needham Worldwide. His interest in world affairs led him to participate in the Chicago Council of Foreign Relations and the Wingspread Foundation of Racine, WI. He had a deep interest in music and art which became a dominant influence on his family. There will be no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, please give to your favorite charity. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
DAASCH, Francis (Frank) J., 87, of Tucson, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 1996. Survivors include beloved wife of 62 years, Orpha C.; daughter, Donna Jean (Ray) Maynard, TX; son, Edward F. (Mary) Daasch, NM; grandchildren, Robert and Brad Holt, Debbie Stary, Julie Centeno, Joanna Culham, Jackie, Eric and Marc Daasch; great grandchildren, Tara and Whitney Holt, Jeremy Centeno and Douglas Culham; brother, Lester W. Daasch, Maryland. Mr. Daasch was born August 9, 1908 in Davenport, IA. He graduated from Iowa State University (B.S. Engineering) and the University of Minnesota (M.S. Engineering). Mr. Daasch was a 43 year 32nd Degree Mason and a charter member of Sabbar Shrine Temple. He was a professor for 10 years at University of North Dakota, University of Houston and the University of Arkansas. He worked for Gulf Oil Co. Tulsa, OK, Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL, D/M AFB, Tucson. He was also the first engineer on the 18 Titan Missile Sites and worked at the Kitt Peak Observatory. He also served as the National Chairman of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and was listed in Who's Who of Engineers. Mr. Daasch retired at age 62 and moved to Tucson in 1961 with his wife Orpha and have been members of Our Saviors Lutheran Church for the past 34 years. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 1996. Funeral Services will be at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 3, 1996 with Pastors Jim Lundeen and Charles Riggs officiating. Burial be 1:00 p.m. at East Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Our Saviours Lutheran Church, 1949 E. Helen St., Tucson, AZ 85719 % organ fund. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
HAMPTON, Martha Jane, 82, died April 27, 1996 at Tucson Medical Center. Preceded in death by her husband, Wells Hampton Sr. She is survived by her three sons, Wells Jr. (Ruth) of Phoenix, Charles (Linda), and Jeff of Tucson; and seven grandchildren, Susan, Julie, Matthew, Libby, Buck, Carson Alexandra, and Grant. A Celebration of her life will be held on Friday, May 3, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 3737 Old Sabino Canyon Rd. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Tucson AIDS Project, 151 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson 85716 or Casa de los Ninos, 347 E. Speedway, Tucson 85705. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
LYONS, Floyd H., 83, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 1996. He is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Jackie L. (Rita); daughter, Thelma (Bill) Bambauer; granddaughters, Kim (John) Nees, Kelly (John) Allison and Kathy (Danton) Ben-Shalom; and grandson, Edward (Heidi) Bambauer; sister, Gayla Gates; and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 3. Funeral Services will be Saturday, May 4, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
MUELLER, Ferdinand, 85, of Pearce-Sunsites, AZ, died April 27, 1996. Funeral Services Wednesday, May 1, 1996, 11:00 a.m. at Westlawn Chapel in Willcox, AZ. Contributions to Family Hospice Care, 3443 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716. Arrangements by Westlawn Chapel and Mortuary in Willcox, AZ.
NASON, Brian J., 23, died April 28, 1996. Survived by his parents, James and Gayle Nason; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Edler; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Max Nason; maternal great grandmother, Mary Prochaska; many nieces and nephews. Private Services were held with arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
SMITH, Leonard E., 71, died May 1, 1996. Husband of F. Carolyn Smith. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
STANG, Fred W., passed away 26 April, 1996. He was born 6 August, 1923 and moved from Indiana to Tucson, AZ in 1953 where he managed the Mayflower Division at Tucson Warehouse and Transfer Company. In 1969 Fred became Vice President of the High Value Products Division of North American Van Lines. Then in 1973 he formed Ralph's Transfer, Inc. Agent for North American Van Lines, and was the beloved C.E.O. of the corporation until his death. Fred was a member of Tucson Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, Sertoma Club, Tucson Transportation Club, Delta Nu Alpha, National Defense Traffic Association and The American Movers Conference. He played golf and was a member of Tucson National. Fred greatly enjoyed his two loving companions 'Dumbo' (his Chow) and 'Niki' (his St. Bernard) whom he always took for his daily walk. He is survived by his daughter, Christy; and granddaughter, Nancy Hettlinger of Scottsdale; his sister, Erica (Adam) Olis of Merrillville, IN; and his extended family, Marie, Randy (Suzi), Ron, and Frank (Connie) Wicks of Tucson. Fred was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew him, especially those whom he inspired with his wit, wisdom and generosity.
TIGUE, Ginevra, died on Sunday, April 28, 1996. Predeceased by James (Leo). Mother of Deborah; grandmother of Ian and Gwenavir; brother of Edward L. Cook. Ginevra was Past Commander of the American Legion. Requiem Mass will be offered at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 4th with the Rev. Robert Bruce Williams officiating at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 545 S. 5th Ave.
WANG, Cynthia, 76, of Tucson, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 1996. Survivors include: Judith (George) Pinc of MN, Rosalind K. (Glenn) Lemaster, Joy Hicks, John (Judy) Wang, all of Tucson; grandchildren, Cari, Tana of MN, Jill, Jodi, Kaely, Michelle and Matthew, all of Tucson; great-grandchildren, Noelle, Kjerstin and Justice. For those who knew her, each has their own special memory. Memorial Services will be at Old Spanish Trail Lutheran Church, 8701 E. Old Spanish Trail, at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 3, 1996 with Pastor Judith Stone officiating. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
WATERMAN, Rich, 71, of Tucson, died April 29, 1996. Survived by son, Neil of Glendale, AZ; daughter, Lisa Burroughs of Tucson; children, Jacqueline and Brian Waterman, Danielle Burroughs. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 4, 1996 at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee with Fr. Bob Harvey officiating. Donations may be made to American Heart Association or Disabled Veterans. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
BELLAMY, Mildred M., 85, died April 29, 1996. Mother of Bill (Emma) Bellamy; grandmother of Cyndy (Johnie) Pierce of Tucson, Debi (Matt) Bluto of Tucson and Meg (Chris) Bluto of Wales; great grandmother of Becki, Retha, Chris Jr., Matt Jr., Deborah, Nathan, Brandy, and Andrew; great great grandson, Derek also survives. She was preceded in death by husband, Henry Bellamy and daughter, Betty Lou Moore. Memorial Service 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, 1996 at East Tucson Baptist Church, 9100 E. Speedway, with Rev. Anthony Laird officiating. Burial in Dallas, TX. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the East Tucson Baptist Church, 9100 E. Speedway would be appreciated. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
BRORBY, Melvin L., 101, died April 28, 1996 in Tucson, AZ. Survived by daughter, Virginia; son, Harry; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Born 1894, Decorah, IA. He attended University of Wisconsin, Oxford University, University of Strassbourg, and the Sorbonne (Paris). After serving in WWI, he did extensive traveling in Europe, India, and China. Co-founder and Senior Vice-President of Needham, Louis, and Brorby Inc., advertising agency in Chicago which, after several mergers, became DDB Needham Worldwide. His interest in world affairs led him to participate in the Chicago Council of Foreign Relations and the Wingspread Foundation of Racine, WI. He had a deep interest in music and art which became a dominant influence on his family. There will be no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, please give to your favorite charity. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
In Memory Of Thomas H. Duke Jr. Retired Army Major, died at the age of 76 of lung cancer on Friday, April 26, 1996. Tom was born to Ruth E. and Thomas Duke Sr. in Palestine, TX on February 2, 1920. He entered the Army at age 20. Served in WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War, retiring July 1960. He then went on to work in Civil Service at Fort Huachuca, AZ for Strategic Air Command retiring after 15 years in April 1983. Shortly thereafter he moved to Tucson, AZ where he resided until his untimely illness. Dad and grandpa is survived by his four sons and one daughter and their spouses, Thomas H. Duke (Dawn) of San Francisco, CA, Patricia L. Hart (David) of St. David, AZ, Robert A. Duke (Marcy) of Tucson, AZ, David B. Duke of Tucson, AZ, and James E. Duke (Patty) of Tucson, AZ; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Crystal and Randy Duke and Tami, Shawndi, Aubrie and Trevor Hart. He also has a sister, Lynn Squires of Kingwood, TX; and three cousins, Dorothy Stackhouse of New Port Richey, FL, Edward Norsworthy of Dallas, TX and Edward Vinson of Pine Bluff, AR; dear friends of the family are Elva Duke, Misty and Lewis Gruber, Margie Premovich, and Robert and Patty Premovich. His funeral service will be Saturday, May 4th at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 4831 E. 22nd St. Tucson, AZ. The viewing will be at 10:00, services at 10:30 a.m. The burial will be a 21 Gun Salute with the Ft. Huachuca Honor Guard at St. David Arizona Cemetery at 4:00 p.m. Arrangements handled by Richardson's Benson Mortuary 725 E. 4th St. Benson, AZ. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Duke Family Trust Scholarship Memorial at Bank of America, AZ, Savings Acct. #237-868919 or the Unitarian Universalist Church, 4831 E. 22nd, Tucson, AZ 85711-4903. Phone 748-1551.
GREENSTREET, Blanche H., beloved mother, grandmother and friend, entered into eternal rest on April 26, 1996. She was born November 5, 1917 and is survived by sons, Daniel B. Soulvie, Barry A. Soulvie and Richard C. Soulvie ; daughters, Paula L. Tadano and Robin L. Coomer; sister, Alma Shipp; 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
HAMPTON, Martha Jane, 82, died April 27, 1996 at Tucson Medical Center. Preceded in death by her husband, Wells Hampton Sr. She is survived by her three sons, Wells Jr. (Ruth) of Phoenix, Charles (Linda), and Jeff of Tucson; and seven grandchildren, Susan, Julie, Matthew, Libby, Buck, Carson Alexandra, and Grant. A Celebration of her life will be held on Friday, May 3, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 3737 Old Sabino Canyon Rd. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Tucson AIDS Project, 2530 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson 85716 or Casa de los Ninos, 347 E. Speedway, Tucson 85705. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HARDEN, Jimmy Lee, 40, died April 30, 1996. Husband of Rosetta Harden of Tucson; father of Stephanie, Crystal and Jeremy Harden, all of Tucson; one sister in Tucson, Pearlene McCaster and four brothers and seven sisters from out of state also survive. Son of Natha Lee Jones of MO. Burial will take place in Missouri. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
JENSEN, Susan Carol Streng, 44, died April 30, 1996. Wife of Terry A. Jensen; mother of Matthew T. Jensen, Elizabeth E. Jensen and Jesse S. Poquette, all of Tucson; step-mother of David A. Jensen of Tucson, Charles A. Jensen of Tempe, Reed H. Jensen, Melanie A. Jensen, Maren K. Jensen, Stacey R. Jensen, and Faith M. Jensen, all of UT; sister of Richard L. Streng of MN, Michael Streng and Carrie Vandenhoven, both of WI and Donna Streng of SC. Susan graduated from Gillett High School, Gillett, WI in 1970. Received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1974 (Magna Cum Laude) in social work. She worked as an early childhood intervention specialist. Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 3, Sentinel Peak Ward L.D.S., 105 N. Norton with Bishop Andrew Elmer conducting. Burial in L.D.S. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott and from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Friday, May 3 in the Relief Society Room at the church.
KEYES, Lois, 63, of Tucson, died April 29, 1996. She was born to Herbert Wandersee and Arene (Fahrenkamp) on October 22, 1932 near Gibbon, MN (Sibley County). She was received into God's kingdom through the sacrament of Holy Baptism on November 6, 1932. She attended St. John's Lutheran School in Sleepy Eye, MN through the eight grade. She confirmed her faith in our Risen Savior on April 14, 1946, at St. John's Lutheran Church. She went on to graduate from Sleepy Eye High School June 1, 1950. She married Lawrence R. Keyes June 4, 1950 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sleepy Eye, MN. She moved to Tucson, AZ with Lawrence in April 1977. She is remembered by her husband, Lawrence; daughters, Lola (Michael) Nelson of Henry, SD, LeaRae Keyes (Charles Lucas) of Andover, MN; grandchildren, Gregory Nelson, Gwendolyn Nelson, Grant Nelson, Benjamin Nelson, Jessica Nelson; great grandson, Gunner Nelson, all live in the Watertown, SD area; sisters, Shirley (Lester) Schmidt of Fort Dodge, IA, Jean Pipes of Springfield, MN; brother, Wallace Wandersee of Bloomington, MN and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. May 3 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Memorial donations may be made to the church air conditioning fund. Arrangements by Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan.
