SEMON, Billy Lee, 65, died September 8, 1996. Father of Denise Hall of OH, Lynn Frost of NY, Michelle Semon of Tucson and John Curtis of OR; two granddaughters; one grandson; three great-grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by brother, Larry Semon. Funeral Service 5:00 p.m. Thursday, September 12, at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Pastor Timothy Coop officiating. In Lieu of flowers contributions to the Desert Museum would be appreciated.
SEPULVEDA, Rose R. “Chayito”, died September 10, 1996. Beloved wife of Daniel Sepulveda of Tucson; devoted mother of Ysela (Stephen) Welding of Tucson and Daniel R. Sepulveda of Phoenix; cherished grandmother of Steven Brent Welding who was the light of her life. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
TELLEZ, Maria A., 47, a lifetime resident of Tucson, passed away September 9, 1996. Born September 10, 1948 in Tucson.Survived by her husband, Jose Ortega; her children, Raymond, Maria (Jose) Gamez, Clara, Susie D., Jose T. and Gustavo Tellez; three grandchildren; brothers, Benny and Rudy (Lupe) Tellez, Mary Lou Tellez. A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 9:00 a.m. Friday, September 13, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave.Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated 9:00 a.m. Friday at Santa Cruz Catholic Church. “She was a strong, grateful, brave and wonderful mother.”
UIHLEIN, Peter Joseph, 67, of Tucson, died at UMC Hospital on September 5, 1996. There will be no Funeral Service other than Graveside. Flowers or other bequests are not desired. This interment will take place on Friday, September 13, 1996 at 12:30 p.m. at the National Cemetery located north of Phoenix near Carefree, 23029 N. Cavecreek Rd. Mr. Uihlein completed his B.A. at the University of New Mexico and his M.A. in Government Administration at the American University in Washington, D.C. He then served at the Navy and State Departments for 25 years before eventually retiring in Tucson. His final tour of duty was in the Executive office of the Secretary of the Navy. A simple Military Service will take place. There are no immediate survivors. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
WASLEY, Bessie N., born November 6, 1915, of Tucson, AZ, died September 3, 1996. She was a Registered Nurse at Tucson Medical Center until her retirement in 1980. Survivors include her daughters, Pam (Dave) Hopkirk of Santa Ana, CA, Peggy (David) Nicholas of Tucson; son, Bill (Teresa) Wasley of Yampa, CO; and five grandchildren, Alicia, Eric, Stacey, Trevor, and Wendy. Funeral Service will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, Saturday, September 14, 1996 at 11:00 a.m.Burial will be at Oak Shade Cemetery in Marion, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Humane Society or The American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
YOUNG, Elizabeth (nee Jones), beloved wife of Robert L. Young, Jr., went to her Eternal home on September 3, 1996 at the age of 86. She was formerly from Kirkwood, MO. She would have celebrated her 59th wedding anniversary. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister and her brother. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Nancy, Mrs. Doran Puckett of Park Ridge, IL; son, Eric Young, Sr. of Carrollton, OH; brother, J.T. Jones of Columbia, MO; sister-in-law, Kathryn Young of Tucson and Mrs. Francis K. Young of Denver, CO. Also survived by seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 8100 E. Broadway, where a Memorial Service will be held on September 16, 1996 at 2:00 p.m., Reverend Wm. Denlinger will officiate. Also a Memorial Service by PEO chapter BN. Burial will be in Kirkwood, MO. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to TMC Hospice. Local arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
COX, Bill, age 70, passed away Saturday, September 7, 1996. He was a masonry contractor and business owner of Cox Brothers Masonry. He is survived by wife, Jackie; daughters, Susie and husband Gary, Nancy and husband Bruce, Cathy and husband Dan, Missy, Dede and husband Ryan; and four grandchildren. Also survived by brothers, Jim Cox and wife Beatrice, Tom Cox and wife Tressa. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00, Tuesday, September 10, at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway). Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
TREJO, Catherine “Cathy’ R., age 55, a 14 year resident of Tucson, passed away September 5, 1996. Born October 21, 1940 in Omaha, NE. She is survived by her husband, Gabino “Gabby’ Trejo; son, James (Jan) Shaff of Redmont, WA; daughters, Carrie (Al) Machan of Snohomish, WA and Tina (Rick) Matthews of Tucson, AZ; six grandchildren; mother, Sena Siderewicz of Omaha, NE; brother, Michael (Karen) Siderewicz of Omaha, NE; sister, Patricia (Dave) Derby, Denver area, CO; step-daughters, Mary Ann Garcia and Shirley Elbert. Preceded in death by his sister, Mary; father, Michael; and son, Troy. A visitation will be held today from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Tuesday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
WALKER, Philip A., 75, died September 5, 1996. WALKER, Lee, 75, died September 6, 1996. Mr. Walker was born in Dragoon, AZ and had 34 years of service with the Department of Justice in the U.S. Border Patrol and was Assistant District Director for investigation for the Immigration Service in Phoenix. Mrs. Walker was born in Fayette, MO. Mr. and Mrs. Walker are survived by their daughters, Mary Grace Walker of San Diego, CA and Dixie Lee Weiss of Juneau, AL. Also surviving are two grandsons, Philip Paul Huss of Orchard, WA, and Brian Eugene Huss of Corvalis, OR. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 10 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott Ave. Donations in Mr. and Mrs. Walkers names may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 6464 E. Grant, 85715, Alzheimers Association, 2221 N. Rosemont, 85712 or Therapeutic Riding of Tucson, 8920 E. Woodland, 85749.
BAKER, Marvina “Mickie”, Age 47, Born, November 29, 1948 of Anamosa, IA. Was called home by the Lord, September 4, 1996 (to go shopping with her grandmother). Mickie was and will always be a part of the many lives she touched while here with us and will be greatly missed. Survived by mother, Norma Arndt of Tucson; and father Marvin Hughes of IA; children, Edgar Alan and Lewis Franklin “Jacky”; grandchildren, Khristine, Michelle, Alan Jr and Sandrina. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, September 8 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Services Monday, September 9 at 11:00 a.m. with burial following at South Lawn. Interment following at Corner Stone Baptist Church, 5465 S. Park Ave.
BROMBERG, Howard C., born February 8, 1929, died September 4, 1996. Howard is survived by former wife, Muriel; children, David (Daphne Kiss), Ellen (Erich Hansen), Leslie, and Brian Bromberg; and grandchildren, Zachary, Gabrielle and Talia Bromberg; sisters, Selma Lieberman, Ruth (Wallace)Levin and Marcy (Paul) Jordan. Memorial Service will be held today at Evergreen Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.
CHASE, Anna M., 92, a long time Tucson resident, passed away September 5, 1996. She was born Anna Margaret Simmons on April 7, 1904 in Indiana. She graduated from Indiana University as a registered nurse, a profession she practiced throughout her life. She married Harold E. Nord in January, 1928. They had three sons, Harold E. Nord, Jr. and family live in Rye Beach, NH, James R. Nord and family live in Nagoya, Japan and Jon A. Nord and family live in Riverside, CA; there are six grandchildren. Her first husband, Harold Nord, died in August, 1963. She married Clarence “Al” Chase in September, 1969. He died in June, 1979. A loving wife and mother, a devoted nurse and a friend to many, she lived a long and full life. Plans for a Memorial Service Saturday, 7 September are being made. Please call 325-3184 for time and location.
CREECY, Dorothy McNair, 85, died September 5, 1996 in Tucson, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her husband John and her daughter Dorothy Ann. She is survived by her daughter, Jackie Barker (J. Emery); grandchildren, Mark (Ann), Craig (Lana), Brett Barker and Susan (Jim) Demler; and six great-grandchildren. Private Services were held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Contributions may be made to Tucson Medical Center Hospice.
GIERING, John W., 80, died September 4, 1996. Survived by daughter, Janet Culver; brothers, Thomas and Edward Giering; grandchildren, John, Scott Culver and Alicia Carmen. John was a member of PBOE #385, a volunteer at TMC and Pasado de Sol. A resident of Tucson for the past 45 years. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Tucson Medical Center Hospice in memory of John Giering.
KOENIG, Roberta “Bobbie”, passed into eternal life on September 4, 1996, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Roberta had just recently celebrated her 60th birthday. Survived by her husband of 40 years, Art; beloved mother of Catherine (John) of Tucson, and Art Jr. (Susan) of Chicago; grandchildren, Kristen, Danny, and Alyssa; and a host of dear friends. Roberta was an avid member of the Irish Setter Club of America for many years. Bobbie is formerly from Chicago, IL. and has been a Tucson resident for 17 years. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten. Her day of passing was a beautiful and spiritual day for all who surrounded her with peace and love. Mass will be celebrated at noon on Saturday, September 7, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society, Tucson Chapter. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. Magee
MAGEE, Robert F., 62, began his higher walk on September 1, 1996 after a valiant battle with lung cancer. Predeceased by his parents, Jack and Catherine Magee. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Yvonne; sons, Michael (Judy) and Bob (Janean); daughters, Lisa Magee and Maggie (Patrick) Greene; six grandchildren; brother, Jack (Kay); sisters, Sally (Chuck) Moffett and Betty Euler; mother-in-law, Atha Bryson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of dear friends. Bob retired to his native Tucson after 20 years in US Navy Submarine Service and found great satisfaction as a Dispatch Supervisor for Pima County Sheriff’s Department. Before his illness forced early retirement, Bob earned his private pilot license and enjoyed camping and hunting as well as communicating with a wide network of Ham Radio Operators (WB7TXQ). A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7, 1996 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Bob’s name for the Tree of Life, Carondelet Hospice Foundation, 350 N. Wilmot Rd., Tucson, AZ 85711.
NEAL, Tracy Keith, Jr., 64, of Benson, AZ, passed away Sunday, September 1, 1996 in Tucson. Survivors include: wife, former Georgie Cline of Benson, who were married on Easter Sunday in 1995; four sons, James of Los Angeles, Robert of Tucson, Richard and David, both of Corpus Christi, TX; one daughter, Tracey Wallace of Portland, TX; one brother, Roy Neal of Peoria, AZ; one sister, Iilene Hawthorne of Cranberry, NJ; and several grandchildren. Memorial Service Sunday, September 8 at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Bible Church in the J-6 area, Benson, AZ.
PROTHERO, Joan F., of Tucson, AZ, died on September 4, 1996 at the age of 75 from a lengthy illness.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert P. on September 9, 1989. She moved here from Wisconsin in 1952. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by daughters, Jacquelyn Viego of Bellingham, WA, and Sharon Kenyon and husband Donald of Columbia, CA. Also survived by grandchildren, Michael Viego of Walnut Creek, CA, Cheryl Victor of Sonora CA, and Linda Kenyon of Campbell, CA; great-grandchildren, Melissa Morris and Rachel Victor of Sonora, CA. Donations can be made to The American Lung Association in Joan’s name. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway),
SALGADO, Maria Vizcarra, joined her beloved husband of 53 years, on September 5, 1996. Also preceded in death by her son Ronald V. She will be greatly missed by surviving daughter, Bertha (Gilbert) Hernandez; sons, Raul (Olivia), Rudy (Hilda), Raymond (Joan) Salgado; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; sisters, Rosario, Amalia, Elvira (Juan); also survived by many many friends and relatives. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 8, 1996, 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 on Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Augustine’s Cathedral Church, Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
STEENBURGEN, Loran T., 54, of Tucson, AZ, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospice and Hospital, September 4, 1996 after a long courageous fight with cancer. Loran was born August 1, 1942 in Boise, ID. He was raised and educated in Boise, ID. He graduated from Boise High School. After graduation he worked in construction and worked as a heavy equipment operator and worked on several projects in Idaho including the road that is presently used between Lowman and Stanley and also on the construction of the early Whitebird Hill road. He later worked for Caterpillar for 27 years at their proving grounds in Phoenix and Tucson area. He was employed there at the time of his death. As a engineer there he helped design and test the cruise control that is now used in the operation of the dozers today. That was one of his biggest thrills knowing it was being used and that he was a part of that. Loran had a great love for the outdoors and loved to spend time at his lot in Clear Creek Pines where he loved to go and hunt and spent his weekends. He was a avid bow hunter as well as rifle hunter. He also had a great love for snowmobiling in the winter time. He made several trips to Idaho in the winter so he could enjoy the sport with family and friends. Loran had a lot of friends that he enjoyed the time with and he will along with his sense of humor will be greatly missed. He is survived by his father, Elmer of Boise; a sister and brother-in-law, LaDonna and Larry Barrett of Nampa, ID; a sister, Glenda Merchant of Spokane, WA; one brother and sister-in-law, Veryl and Jamie Steemburgem of Dallas, TX; plus several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother. Service will be conducted on Saturday at the LDS Church at 10:30 am, 17699 S. Camino De Las Quintas, Sahurita, AZ. Viewing at church is at 9:30 a.m. before the service. Friends may call at Desert Rose Cremation and Burial at 2730 S. 4th Avenue Bldg #4, Tucson, AZ. Family wishes that donations be made to the University Medical Center and Cancer Research Center or St. Mary’s Hospice and Hospital in his memory or flowers may be sent. The family wish to thank all the people who helped Loran in his time of need as he really appreciated all that was done as does the family.
UGALDE, Frank C., 57, died September 4, 1996. Husband of Angela Ugalde; father of Richard (Janette), Yolanda, Sandra, Lillian, Mario and Fernando (Brenda) Ugalde, Susanna (Andrew) Lopez and Lorena (Brian) McCarthy; brother of Walter (Silvia) Ugalde; 18 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five aunts and uncles; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m.Friday, September 6 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7 at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone. Mr. Ugalde was a life long resident of Tucson. His pride and joy was his ranch in Arivaca and his family values. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to Hearts in Tucson, U of A C/T Surgery, 1501 N. Campbell, Tucson 85724. Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 6 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
