LAZORWITZ, Johanna, 77, of Tucson, died July 18, 1996. Survived by son, Louis Lazorwitz of Houston, TX; daughter, Beth-Ann Wolfson of Holland, PA; grandchildren, Kim Pelzer, Jennifer Pelzer, Tanya Lazorwitz, Nicole Lazorwitz, Sarah Lazorwitz, Aaron Lazorwitz, Brenda Lazorwitz, Scott Wolfson, Renee Wolfson, and Marti Wolfson. Graveside Services Monday 10:30 a.m. Knights of Pythias Section of Evergreen Cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile, with Rabbi Thomas Louchheim officiating. Family requests donation to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
MASSEY, Marietta Mae, 53, died July 14, 1996 in Abilene, TX. Wife of 34 years of Alfred W. Massey, Sr. of San Jose, CA; mother of Anna Marie (Jeffrey) Bernardo of Tucson, Claire Helen (Michael) Lauzun of CA and Alfred W. Massey, Jr. (Maureen) of Abilene, TX; sister of Jeanette Cote of Portland, ME; brother and sister-in-law, Arthur and Kit Massey; mother-in-law, Ruth Helen Massey of San Jose, CA; grandmother of Jeffrey Bernardo, Jr., Jessica Bernardo, Alfred W. Massey III, Estella Marie Massey, Brandon Lauzun, Jonathon Lauzun. Marietta was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 22, 1996 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL with Rev. Harry M. Rohwer, Jr. officiating. Entombment to follow at Tucson Memorial Park, East Lawn. Friends may call one hour before service time Monday, July 22 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
POSEY, Elnora M., born May 25, 1925 in Kosoma, OK, passed away July 18, 1996 in Tucson, AZ. Survived by her husband of 54 years, Jessie A. Posey, a resident of Tucson since 1946; sons, Ronald (Katie), Thomas (Minda), Charles (Mary) and James Posey, all of Tucson; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; sisters, Deloris (Pat) Bishop of Tucson and Patty (Don) Lewis of Frazier Park, CA; brothers, Thomas (Phyliss) Cato of Splendor, TX and Abraham (Eva) Cato of Arcadia, CA; sister-in-law, Vivian Morrison of Paris, TX; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, July 21, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral Service 9:00 a.m., Monday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, Dr. Mitchell Wright of Enchanted Hills Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
BASEL, Shirley Ann. Memorial Services will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee, at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 1996. A Celebration of Life luncheon will follow at Da Vinci’s Restaurant, 3535 E. Ft. Lowell.
HANNA, Azell Anderson Stoy, was born on April 1, 1906 on a family farm near Silver City, Iowa. Second eldest, Azell at age 12 and her sister (13) took over raising four younger siblings when their mother died. Such rigors in an age before indoor plumbing, electricity or automobiles may have helped form her strong lifetime work ethics. In addition, her quick and curious mind and desire for education were encouraged by her father Israel. At a time when few women even attended college, she graduated from the University of Iowa. There she met and married Earle G. Stoy and the couple had two daughters. Major Stoy was killed in the WWII. After supporting herself and daughters for several years with her teaching and writing skills, she married Army Officer Fred S. Hanna, thus acquiring a third loving daughter. During Col. Hanna’s active duty years the family lived in several states, Austria, Germany and Italy where Azell both studied the languages and cultures and continued teaching. When Col. Hanna chose Tucson for retirement Mrs. Hanna returned to formal education, receiving a Masters in Remedial Reading from the University of Arizona. She worked in Tucson Public Schools and privately tutored youngsters with reading problems. One grateful mother wrote her: I want you to know how very much I appreciate the work you did with M. in special reading. He now has confidence in himself and his abilities. To you, perhaps, he was one child in a long string of children who needed a little extra help and encouragement to succeed; but you made a big difference in his life, and because I love him, in mine. Thank you very much for helping him to become again a happy confident child. Well into her 80's Azell continued new learning (taking Spanish and organ lessons), physical activities (walking three miles a day) and community involvement as a TMC volunteer, member of PEO, Eastern Star, and the Rincon Congregational Church. Azell was proud that all 13 of her grandchildren, following her bent have graduated from college. She is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; by daughters, Donna Lee Boies and her husband Robert of Washington, DC, Margie K. Stoy of Boise, ID, Fredericka S. Thielen of Tucson; sister, Iona Gruenau of Owasso, OK. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 19, 1996 at Rincon Congregational Church, 122 N. Craycroft. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
SCHICK, Irene Ida, 87, died July 18, 1996. Preceded in death by her sister, Clara Ludden who died July of 1995. Graveside Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Monday, July 22, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY AND CEMETERY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
SHAW, David Byron, 44, born October 31, 1951 in Phoenix, passed away July 17, 1996. He is survived by parents, Betty and Leroy Shaw of Tucson; children, Angela, Jeremy, and David; sisters, Sharron Moss of Phoenix, Leeann Maragh of Phoenix, and Donna Harper of Lakeside. David worked for his father at Spring Air Mattress Company until his father retired. David then went to work for USF Bestway for 16 years. He loved the outdoors and auto racing. Services Saturday, 10:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Pastor Zane Anderson of Victory Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday one hour prior to the service at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Arizona Cancer Center, for Amyloidsis Research, 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85724.
ROWLAND, Thomas J., 46, died July 18, 1996 after a long illness. Born August 13, 1948 in Seattle, WA. He lived in Tucson for most of the last 34 years. Tom is survived by his mother, Betty Rowland; brother, Morgan Rowland, Jr.; sister, Betsy Shaw; brother-in-law, Michael Shaw; sister-in-law, Chris Roland; and niece, Heather Rowland. He was preceded in death by his father, Morgan W. Rowland, Sr. Remembrances may be given to the American Cancer Society, AZ. Division, 1636 N. Swan, Tucson, AZ. 85712. Memorial Services will be Monday, July 22, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Marks Presbyterian Church, 3809 E. Third Street. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
SMITH, Floy McCurrie, 85, born May 17, 1911 in San Francisco, CA., is the daughter of Matthew McCurrie and Lela Margaret McKillican. She has been a permanent resident of Tucson, AZ since 1970, and was a former resident of Akron, OH., died July 18, 1996. Floy was an avid ballroom dancer and became a champion during her life in Tucson. Beloved wife and mother, she is survived by her husband of 65 years, Dr. George E.P. Smith, Jr., of Tucson; son, G.E.P. “Philip’ Smith III and wife Sandra E. of Santa Barbara, CA; son, Wes Smith and wife Libby R. of Tucson, AZ. She was preceded in death by daughter, Vivienne N. Mason, who’s husband William A. Mason still resides in Akron, OH. grandchildren are Karen A. Smith of Riverside, CA, Stephen A. Smith of Julian, CA, James P. Smith and wife Heather of Kent, WA, Andrew M. Mason of Charleston, SC, Jennifer H. Mason of Columbus, OH, and Russell T. Smith of Tucson, AZ. A Memorial Service will be held at First Congregational Church, 824 North Second/ University, Tucson, AZ, July 27, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. Interment of the ashes will be in the columbarium at Rincon Congregational Church at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
WILSEY, Orlin Lee, 83, died July 18, 1996. Survived by three sons, Carter (Sandra) Wilsey of UT, Charles (Laura) Wilsey of NC, and Raymond (Karoleen) of Tucson; one sister, Averil Mentzer of CA; 20 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were Alberta, his wife of 60 years, and their daughter, Jeannett. Orlin, born February 14, 1913 in Bonanza, AR, was a resident of Arizona since 1921, and retired as a locomotive engineer from the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1976 after 40 years of service. Funeral Services and interment will be at Tucson Memorial Park, South Lawn, 5401 S. Park Ave., on Saturday, July 20, 1996. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
BARRETT, Marion, 65, passed away on July 15, 1996 at the TMC Hospice unit where she courageously battled cancer to the end. Born in Morton Grove, IL. Beloved mother of Lynne Gehrke, husband Reno, Karen Schramm, husband Ray, Ellen Hinkle, husband Jerry, Jim Barrett and Michael Barrett; grandchildren, Amy and Shawn Strunk, Katie, Joey and Adam Schramm, Ashlee and Brittany Hinkle; great-grandchildren, Chase and Skylar Strunk. All the nurses and doctors at El Dorado Hospital and TMC helped make Marion as comfortable as possible. She endured great pain and is finally free from pain and at peace. A private family memorial will be held in Tucson and another memorial and burial service will be held in Des Plaines, IL at the All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made to the TMC Hospice unit where she was lovingly cared for in her final days.
DONNACHIE, Jean G., 69, of Tucson, died July 15, 1996 after a courageous struggle with cancer. Survived by husband, Philip; brother, Al Smith of Toronto; and many kind and caring friends. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 20.
HINES, Ruth, 75, of Tucson, died July 15, 1996. Survivors include: husband, Irving of Tucson; daughter, Carol Catterton of Huntsville, AL; grandson, Cristin Catterton of Tucson. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers. Born January 28, 1921 in Muscatine, Iowa. She married Irving on December 19, 1948. After living in Davenport, Iowa, Ruth moved to Tucson with her husband in 1983. She was a retired cabinet maker whose hobbies included Square and Round dance and craft work. Ruth was a member of the White Shrine of Jerusalem and the First Church of God. Memorial Services will be at the First Church of God, 3355 N. Fontana, at 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 19, 1996. Memorial donations may be made to the First Church of God, 3355 N. Fontana, Tucson, AZ. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
KESICKI, Wanda Genevieve, 82, a long time resident of Tucson for over 50 years, was called home by our Lord Jesus on July 15, 1996. Beloved and devoted wife, mother and grandmother, tireless inspiration to us all. Her gentleness and humility disarming. She was good and kind and blessed all of us who knew and loved her. She was a courageous woman, living her life with great dignity, her generosity was without bounds. She was preceded in death by her precious husband, James Eugene Kesicki; son, Gregory Allen Kesicki of Tucson. Survivors include sons, James Thomas Kesicki of Tucson, Thomas John (Mary Ann) Kesicki of Denver, CO; daughter, Jo Ann Stella Riley of Tucson; sisters, Frances Hayes of Ludington, MI, Jean Genter of Ludington, MI; grandchildren, Jenna Ann Riley of Tucson, Keith Kesicki of Chandler, AZ, and Melinda Canter of Stafford, VA; and many other relatives and friends. It broke our hearts to lose you, sweet Mother, but you didn’t go alone. Part of us went with you. You will not be forgotten, we will love you forever. Your great faith and love for God sustained us all, you were our “rock’. Good-bye dear, precious, precious Mother! Memorial Mass will be Friday, July 19, 1996, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, located at 8650 N. Shannon Rd. Rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, July 18, at St. Mary’s Hospital Chapel, 1601 W. St. Marys Rd. Entombment will be at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
LEYVAS, Antonia T., 78, of Tucson, passed away July 14, 1996. Preceded in death by brother, Candalero “Lalo’ Gabino Trejo. Survived by husband, Albert B. Leyvas; daughters, Maria Elena Sanchez, Rachel T. Leyvas; son, Albert Leyvas; brothers, Mauro and Pete Trejo; four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 18, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, INC., 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Friday, July 19, 1996 at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, 2915 E. 36th St. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
PHILLIPS, Byron Wayne, Major, USAF, Ret., 62, born November 5, 1933 in Vancouver, British Columbia, passed away July 14, 1996. He is survived by his wife, Shirley J. Phillips; daughter, Julie Patrone; two brothers, R. Earl and R. Lawrence (Carol); a nephew, Aaron Phillips; and nieces, Shana Powell, Joelle Phillips and Amy Wallace. He was a recipient of the distinguished flying cross. Byron and Shirley celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in February. Contributions may be made to the Humane Society, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
VALENCIA, Luis M, 64, of San Manuel, passed away July 16, 1996. Survived by loving wife, Margaret; daughters, Annette (Eddie) Hernandez, Suzy (Rick) Molinar; sons, Louie (Cathy) Valencia and Paul Valencia; also survived by sisters, Josefina (Armando) Carrillo, Gloria (Ynez) Lopez, Jesusita (Victor) Borboa; brother, Ignacio Valencia; grandchildren, Stephanie, Joey, Pablo, Angela, Ricky, Adriana, Anthony, and Aricela; and many nieces and nephews; and many wonderful friends. He was preceded in death by parents, Refugio and Maria Jesus Valencia; and a brother, Raul Valencia. A Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 18, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in San Manuel. Funeral Mass will be 9:00 a.m., Friday, July 19, at St. Bartholomew. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery in Mammoth, AZ. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
VILLA, Matilde M., 86, of Tucson, passed away July 16, 1996. Preceded in death by her husband Antonio C. Villa; and her three sons, Manny, Frank and Tony. Survived by daughters, Jovita Duarte and Maria Federico; sons, Julian, Mike (Eleanor), Rufugio (Barbara) Villa; daughter-in-law, Francis Villa; 27 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 19, 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 Saturday, July 20, 1996 at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave., at 9:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
WHITE, Caroline J., 63, wife and beloved mother passed away at home July 9, 1996 after an extended illness. Survived in life by brother Frank Reinartz III; son Bill L. Sneed (Vetta); daughter Adrienne R. Sneed; step-daughter Doris Lynne Smith; grandchildren Michael, Christopher and Ashlie Sneed, Leonard Sevier (Jennifer), Jeffrey Johnson; and great-grandson J.D.; plus a host of other relatives and countless friends.
Born February 16, 1933 in Douglas, AZ, Caroline was the first Miss Douglass of the Miss America Pageants. She retired in 1988 after 30 years of Federal Civil Service and continued in 1993 working for Pima Country Superior Court and was a seven year H & R Block tax preparer.
An active member of the Eagles, the American Society of Military Comptrollers and the Let’s Dance Club of Tucson, Caroline was also an active volunteer with the American Cancer Society.
A 23 year cancer survivor, Caroline was a staunch supporter of Proposition 200, the Water Consumer Protection Act achieving city wide recognition for her courageous appearance in a 1995 television commercial endorsing the act and clean water for all Tucsonans.
She was a tough lady with a zest for life, love for her family and a keen sense of humor who made friends wherever she went. She was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew her.
Memorial Services will be held Saturday, July 20, at 2:00 p.m. at the WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway.
