PARSONS, George Stanley, passed from this world June 19, 1996 to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his loving wife of 62 years, Marie. George was born in Grand Rapids, MI, on December 17, 1912. In his early years he worked in the CCC camps of Northern Michigan. Later he joined the aircraft industry rising to the position of shop steward and master machinist for Continental/Teledyne until retirement and relocation to Tucson in 1971. George and Marie were active in the social life of Rincon Country Mobile Home Park including the Roadrunner Shuffle Board Team. During their years there they enjoyed many good friends. During his life George was active in the Masonic Lodge and was treasurer of the Immanuel Lutheran Church both in Muskegon, MI, and was a member of the National Association of Civilian Conservation Corps Alumni while in Tucson. George was a hunting, camping and fishing enthusiast who enjoyed life to its fullest. Gun and coin collecting and ham radio were lifelong hobbies. The Arizona outdoors including its plants and animals, its old ghost towns and many campgrounds gave him great pleasure in his retirement. George loved his family. He was a devoted, faithful husband, a kind, thoughtful, champion of his children, and a grampa loved and respected by all his grandchildren. To others he was a friend. George was a man who knew how to be kind, to be gentle and to love life and to place the needs of others before those of his own. All who knew and loved him will miss him greatly but will be glad in the knowledge that he lived a good life to his last days and that he left this world in peace with his son and daughter at his side. Survivors include; one son, Charles E. (Carla) Parsons of Key Biscayne, FL; one daughter, Sharon K. (Bud) Stewart of Tucson, AZ; five grandchildren, Miguel, Cristina, Dana, Pilar, all of Key Biscayno, and Alice of Scottsdale, AZ. Donations to charity of your choice. Arrangements handled by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be announced.
RUIZ, Jose Juan, 66, of Tucson, passed away June 19, 1996. He is survived by his wife, Celina of 42 years; sons, Ron (Patty), Ric (Dorree), Jim and Bob Ruiz; daughters, Mary Lou (Rudy) Garcia and Mary Liz (Ignacio) Pena; 14 grandchildren; sisters, Jessie R. Alloy, Carmen (Manny) Sanchez, Frances (Bob) Bauer, Terry (Hector) Abril, Betsy (Hector) Arriaga and Grace (Henry) Nunez; brother, Tony Ruiz; and many nieces and nephews, all of Tucson. Jose J. Ruiz “J.J.’ was a member of the U. S. Marine Corps from 1947 to 1951. He left the U.S.M.C. with an honorable discharge and the rank of Sargent. Jose retired in 1978 from civil service at DMAFB with over 30 years as an aircraft mechanic. He was a member of the Arizona Historical Society and Los Descendientes Del Presidio De Tucson. Fifth Tucson generation, six from Arizona. In the 1790's Jose Tellez, his great-great-grandfather, a Spanish soldier along with Cpl Cayetano Castro and Sargent Ortega and others dug a half mile dirt reservoir (1862 Ferguson map) on the west branch of the Santa Cruz River to feed the three main irrigation canals, thus ensuring the great future growth of Tucson. In 1610, two young German brothers crossed the border into Spain and sailed into the New World. They stopped at the Canary Islands and pursuantly chose their surnames Islas or Yslas (island). My mother spelled it mostly with a “Y’. They eventually settled about 30 miles northeast of Hermosillo Sonora Mexico, along the fertile San Migel Valley. Coronado’s Journal (1530) mentioned it as the spath Indian’s bread basket. Most of their ancestry came to Tucson and California. My mother came over in 1915 where she met my Dad. The family gratefully acknowledges the warmth and caring assistance of Community Hospice whose help and support made it possible for Jose to spend his last days at home with his family. They are truly God’s angels here on earth. Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 23 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 24 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd., with interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 23 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WILCOX, Laura M., 87, of Tucson, died June 19, 1996. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Wilcox. She is survived by son, Richard (Sharon) of Tucson; daughter, Alviria (Charles) Prine of Jefferson, OH; grandchildren, Tim (Becky), Jack, Jim (Marie), Chuckie Prine of Jefferson, OH, Kathy (Harry) Foerster, Jeffrey Wilcox of Tucson, Randy (Gail) Wilcox of San Diego, CA, Chris Pastiew; great-grandchildren, Jason and Mike Miller, Meagan Briggs, Britni and Rachel Wilcox, Reuben, Cathy, Bobbie and Michael Prine. She is a member of long standing of the First Free Methodist Church. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the First Free Methodist Church, 1350 N. Arcadia.
BONURA, William A., 64, died June 19, 1996. Husband of Joan Bonura of Tucson; father of Mary Lynn, William Andrew and Stephanie Bonura, all of Tucson; grandfather of David Burnett and Kayla Bradley; also survived by three brothers of New York. He was a beloved husband and a devoted father. Graveside Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 1996 at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery, with Father Mike Martinez officiating. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 21, 1996 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
FLORSHEIM, Mary, 83, of Tucson, died June 20, 1996. Survivors include cousins, Dora Weaver, Oscar Mendoza, Michael Manzo (also Godson), David Driggers (also Godson); nephews, Kelly Acevedo, Bobby Majors, Jr.; plus adopted daughter, Blanca Cisneros. Graveside Services will be at Holy Hope Cemetery, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 1996. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
REINHARDT, James H., peacefully passed into eternal life on June 13, 1996. Was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 15, 1921. Devoted husband of 53 years to Ruth; cherished father of Linda Ann Reinhardt and Karen Lyn (Kurt) Rost; grandfather of Michelle and Treavor Rost; dearly loved by sister, Virginia Gaulke; respected brother-in-law of Tom (Sally) and Don (Iris) Beck; loving uncle to Diane, Sandra, Greg, Jill, Liz, Susan and Bill. Jim, an officer and veteran of WWII, retired from Kitt Peak as an instrument maker. He was an avid sportsman admired by all who knew him for his integrity and strong moral character. Memorial Services will be held June 23, 1996 at 12:00 noon at Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church located at 5360 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712. Remembrances in honor of his memory can be made to Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church.
SCHOLL, Ruth L., 94, of Tucson, died June 16, 1996. Services and interment are private. Memorials may be made to St. John’s United Church of Christ, West Main St. and Richards Ave., Landsdale, PA. 19446. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
WELLS, Jeannette M., 84 years old, died Wednesday, June 5, 1996 in Tucson. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements handled by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
WHETSTONE, Margaret, 80, passed away June 19, 1996. She is survived by her husband, Alonzo Whetstone; children, Sandra Taylor of CO, Kenneth (Dorothy) Whetstone of CA, Rodney (Gwendolyn) Whetstone of CO and Mildred Kaalund of NY. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 1996 at St. Francis de Sales, 1375 S. Camino Seco. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tucson Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (N.A.A.C.P.) Legal Redress, 2160 N. 6th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
BELLMEYER, Jeri, age 62, of Tucson, AZ, died June 19, 1996. Survived by loving husband, Wayne; daughters, Lori and Julie; grandchildren, Kayla and twins, Brandon and Braxton; brother, Harold (Shirley) Brown of Normal, IL; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Dennis; parents, Myrle and Leone Brown and a sister, Charlotte. Memorial services will be held 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 21, 1996 at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee with the Rev. Dale Jacobson officiating. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, 5325 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712 or the Arizona Lung Association, 2819 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85716.
BROWN, Margaret Caroline, 94, passed away Sunday, June 16, 1996. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur T. Brown, FAIA. A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by sons, Gordon V. and Arthur T., Jr., and their wives, Fran and Janice Brown, all of Tucson. Margaret Caroline is also survived by sisters, Marjorie McCutchan of Davidson, NC and Genevieve White of Westland, MI; and by grandchildren, Jeff and Ann, Melanie and Greg, Jim and Sheri, Steve and Jeanne, Julie and Rick, and Kathy and Randy; and by eight great grandchildren, Jessica, Ricky, Mark, Brooke, Lindsey, Ryan, Joshua and Taylor. Memorial Services will be held for family members Saturday, June 22 at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Caroline Brown graduated from Tarkio College and taught english in Colorado prior to her marriage. She and her late husband were longtime Tucsonans and founding members of Tucson Rock and Mineral Club and the Tucson Botanical Gardens. She was an active member of Trinity Presbyterian Church and the Ohio State University Club. Memorials in Caroline’s name may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
INSTRELL. Squadron Leader Instrell, Ronald C., Royal Air Force (Ret.), MBE, DFC, died June 18, 1996. Born May 6, 1914 in London, England. Survived by his loving wife, Ruby; daughter, Susan Davies of Malvern, England; stepson, Richard Nichols (Susan); and five wonderful grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, June 21, 1996 at 2:30 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired to Community Hospice, 4330 N. Campbell, Ste. 256, Tucson, AZ. 85718.
KINDE, Helen Mary, joined her loving husband August in death on the date of their wedding anniversary, June 12, 1996. August preceded Helen in death in September 1993. They were married 58 years. Helen was born April 5, 1912 in Port Hope, MI, to Ella and Thomas Nichol and was 5th of five children. August and Helen met at a dance, courted, fell in love and married June 10th, 1935. They leave two children, James R. Kinde and Anita M. (Richard) Fancon. Helen is survived by five beloved grandchildren and eight beloved great-grandchildren, also many beloved nieces and nephews. Helen and August lived for the first 20 years of their married life in Kinde, MI, where August ran a family general store and Helen taught Country School. After they moved to Clio, MI, Helen taught grade school for nearly another 20 years. Helen received her bachelors degree from Eastern Michigan University. She retired from teaching in 1977. Helen loved to meet and visit with people. She leaves many friends in MI as well as in Tucson where she and August moved about 10 years ago. Helen will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. We especially thank her caregivers at Handmakers for their loving care. Funeral Services will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd., Friday, June 21, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at East Lawn Cemetery. Helen loved the Lord and abides with peace and joy in her heavenly home.
KLINGMAN. Memorial Funeral Services for Ella Klingman, 75, a resident of Tucson, will be held Friday, June 21, 1996 at 3:00 p.m. at Woodland Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas. Mrs. Klingman died suddenly Sunday morning in Lovington, New Mexico. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Klingman was born December 25, 1920 in Porum, OK. She attended Chilocco Indian School in Chilocco, Oklahoma and Arkansas City Junior College. She married Oscar Klingman on June 29, 1941. She was active in Woodland Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas, Home Demonstration Units, Boy Scouts and Girl Scout organizations. Mrs. Klingman lived in Wichita, Kansas, Palos Verdes, CA, Wilmington, DE, San Jose, CA, Reno, Nevada and Tucson, AZ for the past 20 years. Survivors include her husband, Oscar Klingman of Tucson, AZ; a daughter, Sharon Knox of Long Island, NY; a son, Mike Klingman of Seattle, WA; a brother, Bill Johnson of Irving, Texas; and a sister, Lucille Rogers of Rome, Italy; grandchildren include Damon Knox of San Francisco, CA, William Knox of San Diego, CA, Rene Vineyard of Portland, OR and Donald Metheny of Germany; also two great-grandchildren; nieces, Wanda Poulton of McFarland, CA, Pat Levi of Wichita, KS, Liz Miller of Scottsdale, AZ, Cindy Bender of Kansas City and Betty Dahlberg of Cove, AK; nephews, Kale West of Fresno, CA, Ken West, Bill Bender and John Bender of Kansas City, KS. In lieu of flowers, donations to Woodland Methodist Church Memorial Fund or the American Heart Assoc. Services under the direction of Cochran Mortuary, Wichita, Kansas.
LITTELL, Hardin Heth II, 87, of Tucson, passed away June 14, 1996. Mr. Littell was born July 7, 1908 in Buffalo, NY. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Goodyear Littell and two of his children, Hardin H. Littell and Grace Littell Parke. Mr. Littell had been a Tucson resident for 30 years following his retirement as an officer of the Buffalo Industrial Bank. He graduated from Taft School in Connecticut and completed his education at Yale University in 1932. Mr. Littell worked for Bell Aircraft in Buffalo, NY, after which he served as an officer in The Marine Corps in the Pacific Theater during WWII. He was a benefactor of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Tucson Medical Center and was a member of the Tucson Country Club and The Mountain Oyster Club. Mr. Littell is survived by his sons, Carlton S. Littell and Steven C. Littell and his daughter, Lisa Littell, all of Tucson, in addition to 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held for family and friends Saturday, July 6th, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3737 N. Sabino Canyon Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.
MILBRATZ, Irma, age 88, a 25 year resident of Green Valley, passed away June 17, 1996 in Tucson, AZ. Born August 12, 1907 in Okaville, IL. She is survived by her son, Peter (Eleanor) Milbratz; granddaughter, Kristen (Jim) Dahl; grandson, Bill Milbratz; granddaughter, Julie Milbratz; great grandson, Christopher Dahl; sister, Antoinette (Art) Dembeck; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Horst. A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 21, 1996 at Valley Presbyterian Church in Green Valley, AZ. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
PEO-PRICE, Agatha C., went to a better world on June 13, 1996 after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughters, Brenda Ohrel and Denise Hernandez; husband, “Bud’ Price; grandchildren, Nolette and Elias; and great grandson, Lorenzo; and many loving brothers and sisters. She was born Agatha Coady in Nova Scotia, Canada, July 1926 and died on “her ranch’ in Kingman, AZ. “Aggie’ owned several businesses in Tucson, the last of them, The Petrified Rock Shop, where she was always wearing a smile. Donations can be made to UMC Cancer Center.
REAVES, Alamo J., 60, died June 18, 1996. Survived by her daughter, Jordan Reaves of Tucson; cousin, Mary Pilgrim; and six beloved dogs. In lieu of flowers, contribution to Handi-Dogs, P.O. Box 12563, Tucson, 85732 or to your favorite charity. Celebration of her life at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22 at Christ Church United Methodist, 655 N. Craycroft with Rev. Paul Caseman officiating. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
SHIRLEY, Edward Dean, Ph.D., 53, of Catalina, died at home, June 17, 1996. Survived by sisters, Anne Taylor and Patricia Shirley, both of Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Shirley graduated from the University of California, Riverside and University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. He taught mathematics at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and at Bethune Cookman College, Daytona Beach, FL. Dr. Shirley worked for 21 years as a Mathematician for the U.S.D.A. Southwest Rangeland Watershed Research Center. He authored and co-authored many publications and software for U.S.D.A. Please call EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, 888-7470, for information regarding Memorial Services. Private family interment will be in Pomona, CA.
