PEAK, Sally A., 72, of Tucson, died July 20, 1996. Survivors include: nieces, Carolyn Peak Extein, Laurie Peak Russo, Gary S. Peak and their seven children. Sally was born March 11, 1924 in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from the University of New Mexico and received a masters degree from U.C. Berkeley in social work. Sally practiced social work in both the Bay area and Shasta County. She was one of the early practitioners of group therapy. She was a resident of Tucson for seven years and Prescott for six years. Sally was a long time supporter of social and environmental causes. She was the first president of the Southern Arizona Paddler’s Club and belonged to the Sierra Club Toastmasters and several other organizations. Sally died suddenly while volunteering on a trip with the Sierra Club Inner City Outings program. Sierra Club’s National Inner City Outings program is establishing a scholarship in Sally’s name. The Memorial Service will be held at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, August 10, 1996 at 9:30 a.m., 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
TONA, Isabel G., 70, of Tucson, passed away August 4, 1996. Preceded in death by her mother Francisca G. Ruiz; and her two brothers, Juan and Manuel Gutierrez. Survived by husband, Alejandro C. Tona; daughters, Gloria A. (Eddie) Alderette, Yolanda T. (Juan) Alcantar, Maria Cecilia T. (Carlos) Valles, Alejandra G. (David) Tona, Margarita Tona, Ygnacia T. (George) Gomez, Sylvia G. Tona; sons, Alejandro Jr., Louis G. (Brenda) and Pedro F. Tona; sisters, Dora Gutierrez Spiller, Trinidad G. Felix; brothers Sisto and Gilbert Gutierrez, Ramon Borquez; 26 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many more friends and family. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 8, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Internment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MORENO, Elena G., 80, lifetime resident of Tucson, died August 4, 1996. Preceded in death by husband, Frank F. and son, Frank G. Moreno. Survived by daughter, Maria Elena Benitez; son, Rosalino Moreno; sisters, Trinidad Moreno and Josephine Anaya, all of Tucson; 11 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. She is their forever cherished Nana. Mass offered Thursday 9:00 a.m. St. Margaret’s Church, celebrated by Rev. Cyprian Killackey. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
OBERMAN, Victor Edward, 78, of Tucson, born April 26, 1918 in Grand Haven Township, MI, died Monday, August 5, 1996. Mr. Oberman was a carpenter. He is survived by wife, Marian; daughters, Marianne Fuerst (Gerhart) of Kalamazoo, MI and Barbara Scott of Grand Haven, MI; grandchildren, Christina, Michael and Heidi and Sarah Fuerst of Kalamazoo, MI, Susan Krupp (Christian) of Grand Rapids, MI and Julia Scott of Grand Haven, MI; step-children, Kathryn Grundhoefer (Brian) Tucson, AZ, Virginia Hanz of Stow, OH, Charles Burdick (Judy) Greensboro, NC, Joanne Van Dyke (Steven) of Sun Prairie, WI, Ellen Burokk of Tucson, AZ; step-grandchildren, Lynette Abbe of Fowlerville, MI, Cynthia Molner (Bert) of Elkhart, IN, Trent Abbe of Fowlerville, MI, Aime Johnson of Muskegon, MI, Shelley Zolman (Kyle) of Canton, MI, Christine and Kevin Hanz of Stow, OH, Lisa Jones (James) of Dunn, NC, Leigh Anne Moore of Greensboro, NC; and eight great grandchildren. Victor was a lifetime member of P.B.O. Elks U.S.A., Grand Haven Lodge #1200. Memorial Services will be at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Wednesday, August 7, 1996 at 6:00 p.m. with Dr. Andrew G. Ross officiating. memorial donations may be made to St. Marys Hospice.
ROBERTS, Blanche M., 84, of Tucson, died August 3, 1996. She is survived by her daughter, Wanda Gallagher; and son, Ronald Roberts, both of Tucson; sisters, Rosalie Simmons (Luther), Allene James, Mary Morgan (John), Betty Carpenter (Cleston), Donna Copley (Jim) Marie Daniels (Jim); brothers, John Pope (Millie), Russell Pope (Helen); also surviving are grandchildren, Daniel Gallagher, Steven Gallagher, Ronald Gallagher, Kathleen Gallagher, Linda Porter, Patricia Ponce, Calvin Moore, and Justine Stanton; as well as 15 great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her husband, Fletcher; and daughter, Juanita Moore. Memorial Services will be held at First Church of God, 3355 N. Fontana Ave., on Saturday, August 10, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
PEAK, Sally A., 72, of Tucson, died July 20, 1996. Survivors include: nieces, Carolyn Peak Extein, Laurie Peak Russo, Gary S. Peak and their seven children. Sally was born March 11, 1924 in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from the University of New Mexico and received a masters degree from U.C. Berkeley in social work. Sally practiced social work in both the Bay area and Shasta County. She was one of the early practitioners of group therapy. Sally was a resident of Tucson for seven years and Prescott for six years. Sally was a long time supporter of social and environmental causes. She was the first president of the Southern Arizona Paddler’s Club and belonged to the Sierra Club, Toastmasters, and several other organizations. Sally died suddenly while volunteering on a trip with the Sierra Club Inner City Outings program. Sierra Club’s National Inner City Outings program is establishing a scholarship in Sally’s name. The Memorial Service will be held at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, August 10, 1996 at 9:30 a.m., 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
SARGENT, Helga R., passed away at home in Kirkland, WA on July 27, 1996 at the age of 53 after a long, courageous struggle with cancer. She is greatly missed by her husband, Murray; and her two daughters, Nicole and Tina. She was a devoted wife, mother and friend to many people. She combined great determination with an amazing sense of what to do, whether it be cooking an incredible meal, furnishing a home, bringing up her daughters or running the family business. A Memorial Service will be held at 5530 N. Camino Escuela at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 1996. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the Marsha Rivkin Ovarian Cancer Research and Treatment Center in honor of Helga Sargent (address: Swedish Medical Center Foundation, P.O. Box 14999, Seattle, WA 98114-0999).
SINCLAIR, Gary Stephen, 36, of Tucson, died August 4, 1996. Survived by Joyce Sinclair; son, Scott Ryan Sinclair; daughter, Rachel Jeanine Sinclair; mother, Bonnie Jean Fain; father, Gary Wayne Sinclair; brothers, Robert Morris O’Guin III, John Patrick O’Guin; sister, Cassie Michele Valenicia; step-father, Robert Morris O’Guin II. Memorial Service will be held 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 7 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
BROWN, Mary A. ‘Skippy’, 64, a long time resident of Tucson, AZ, died on August 3, 1996 at University Medical Center. Mrs. Brown grew up in the Marana//Tucson area. Raised a family and worked for many years at the Public Defenders Office as a legal secretary until her retirement in 1994. She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrel G. Brown and is survived by many. Survivors include her mother, Lillian Doyle of Tucson; her three sisters, Patricia Wayne of Tucson, Terry Cotee of Tucson, and Judy McKeever of Boyd, TX. She is also survived by her five children, Francis Brown an family (wife, Catherine, daughters, Sarah, Charlotte and Emily) of Milan, Italy, Blaze Brown and family (wife, Maryann, sons, Jake, Adam and Shane) of Anaheim, CA, Shawn Brown of Phoenix, AZ, Mary Brown of Tucson an Basil Brown with (wife Eiko) of Yuma, AZ. Mrs. Brown is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. With Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter and Paul Church, 1946 E. Lee St. Followed by interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
CASTRO, Angelic. Born March 18, 1975, passed away August 1, 1996. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Diego Sr. and Bertha Carrillo; paternal grandmother, Maria Dolores Castro; cousin, Joaquin Chacon. Survived by daughter, Samantha Danielle Castro; parents, Carlos and Helen Castro; sister, Lisa Castro; brother, Carlos Castro Jr.; paternal grandfather, Frank Castro Sr. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 1996 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
HAMILTON, Margareta L. ‘Tommy’ (nee Thompson), 85, of Tucson, died July 30, 1996. Margareta and her late husband, John F. Hamilton lived in Poughkeepsie, NY and moved to Green Valley, AZ in 1971, and in 1979 to Tucson. She is survived by a brother, Thomas Thompson; and three nieces, Joan Ball, Carol Krebs and Ellen Lorensen. Memorial Service will be held in October at Fountain of Life Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to either The Arthritis Foundation or your favorite charity. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
HAWLEY, Belmont Jay, of Tucson, formerly of Lockport, NY. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away August 2, 1996 at age 74. He is loved and remembered by family, his wife of 54 years, Anna Belle; sister, Lucille Crafts of Gasport, NY; brother, Roger of Middleport, NY; four children, Marian (Larry) Bool of Tucson, Dan (Mary) Andrer of CA, Steve (Chris) Hawley of Tucson; 13 grandchildren, Mark, Jeff, Larry Lori, Kristi Bool (Dnead), Trevor, Skip, Ali Bool, Betsey, Meg, Lucke Hawley, Annette, Bobby, Andre; step granddaughter, Kellie Lindback and five great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents, Kenneth, Hazel and son, Monty. Friends may call at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Monday evening with Funeral Services on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Tucson Memorial Park South Lawn. Mrs. Hawley and her family suggests in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee
HERNANDEZ, Alberto M., 61, of Tucson, passed away August 3, 1996. Survived by son, Alberto (Chris) Hernandez, Paul (Juanita) Hernandez, Benjamin (Tina) Hernandez, Ernest Hernandez, Edward Hernandez; brothers, Joe Hernandez, Jesus Hernandez, Manuel Hernandez. Also survived by nine grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 1996 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. with Wake Service at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
HOFF, Sterling J., 76, of Tucson, passed away August 3, 1996 in Show Low, AZ. Survived by wife Virginia of Tucson; sons, James of Brainard, MN and Richard of Bemidji, MN; daughters, Jill Prall of Anoka, MN and Judy Engstrand of Tucson; sisters, Betty Wagenhals of NM and Patricia Koester of MN; eight grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Sterling was owner of Twin City Lino Service in St. Louis Park, MN for 30 years. Member of Tucson Junior Chamber of Commerce and Pusch Ridge Chapel. Friends may call Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Services and interment Glen Haven Cemetery, New Hope, MN.
LIAKOS, James T., 63, passed away August 2, 1996. Survived by wife, Margaret; daughter Kathleen Nevell; sons, Lawrence, Jim (Susan), Thomas (Roberta) Liakos and Wayne McFarland; sister, Marjorie Strand, Tinka Deas; and six grandchildren. Jim was born in Washington D.C. He received his bachelors degree in engineering from Clemson University. He served in the US Air Force, attaining the rank of captain. Jim is loved by all who knew him, and will be dearly missed. ‘Bye Boom Boom’. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 1996 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 7 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
LONG, Katherine Vadney, 79, of Tucson, AZ, died August 2, 1996 after a brief illness. Survived by husband, Kenneth E. Long; daughters, Peggy Anne (Clyde) Hallock of Fredricksburg, TX, Patricia J. Lyons, M.D. of Philadelphia, PA, Sheila (Francis) Rollins of Tucson, Davina (Bill) Spencer of Bountiful, UT, Cynthia (Chris) Rummel of Satellite Beach, FL. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Kay had a lengthy career as a social worker in the states New York, Arizona and California. Memorial Services will be at Lutheran Church of the Risen Savior, Green Valley, August 5, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made in Kay’s memory to Carondelet Foundation-For Nurses Education, PO Box 12069, Tucson, AZ 85732. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
WASILOWSKI, Joseph Clark, 61, of Tucson, died August 6, 1996. Survived by wife of 23 years, Arlene G. Wasilowski; daughters, Jody LaVerne (Michael) Graham of Phoenix, Janice Kay Wasilowski of Mesquite, TX, Cynthia Lee (Kevin) Staggs of Peoria; four grandchildren; sister, Joy P. (Gerald) Wester; mother-in-law, Claire Wester, all of Tucson; two nieces; and three nephews. Predeceased by brother, John A. Wasilowski on March 17, 1996. Retired from the U.S. Navy, member of Adobe Lodge #41 F. & A.M. Family wishes to thank his doctor for his loving dedicated care. Graveside Service Thursday, 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile, with Pastor W. V. ‘Doc’ Wilson officiating. Friends may call EVERGREEN MORTUARY Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions made to American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson 85712.
MAJUTA, Dalia Colores, 61, a long time resident of Tucson entered the gates of heaven to be with our Lord on August 4, 1996. She is survived by her husband, Jesus Majuta; and her children, Diane Carrillo, Denise (Randy) Buffalo, Cindy (Brian) Wright, Ben Carrillo (Sandy), Rodney (Esther) Carrillo, Walter Majata, Patti Carrillo, Arnold Majuta, Rocky Majuta, Chris (Robin) Majuta; brothers, Michael, Charles, Robert and Thomas Carrillo; grandchildren, Bianca, Alex, Devin, Ryan, Dylan, Ana Lisa, Nico, Loriana. Dalia was an active member and current President of the Marine Corp Womens Auxiliary League. Visitation will be held Friday, August 9, 1996 at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, 2915 E. 36th, from 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to TMC Hospice and or the Arizona Cancer Center. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
QUINONEZ, Jennie V., 77, of Tucson, passed away August 6, 1996. Preceded in death by Zacharias and Catalina Valencia. She is survived by daughter, Norma M. (Bill) Overton; sons, Robert J (Olga) Madero, Marco A. (Norma) and David F. (Joni) Quinonez; sister, Mary Sandoval; brother, Carlos (Hope) Valencia; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Jennie was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 9, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered at St. Margaret’s Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. at 9:00 a.m. Internment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
STOWELL, Dorothy Amelia Duncan, 91, a resident of Arizona for 55 years, passed away August 3, 1996 in Tucson. Born January 13, 1905 in Woodward, IA. A longtime member of St. Marks Presbyterian Church in Tucson and A Daughter of the American Revolution. Survived by daughter-in-law, Emily Stowell; wife of Bill Stowell, deceased; grandson, David Stowell; granddaughters, Christine Snider and Gloria Hastie; grandson, Jonathon Stowell; daughter, Ruth Gene Bruner; grandson, Richard Bruner; granddaughter, Ann Bruner Welsh; 11 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 12, 1996 at St. Mark's Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
