OREN, Harvey Owen, 68, a 34 year resident of Tucson, passed away September 1, 1996. Born August 25, 1928 in Brainerd, Minnesota. Mr. Oren retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years as a Master Sergeant. A member of the American Legion Post #3 and V.F.W. Post 549. He worked as a Police and Fire dispatcher for the City of Tucson. Survived by his wife, Darlene Marie Oren; sons, Michael and Richard Oren; sister, Mary (Virgil) Schalz of Minnesota; many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral Service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery, V.F.W. Post 549 officiating.
VANCE, Geraldine Freda, widow of Rev. George C. Vance, minister of the First Congregational Church from 1950-1959 and Casas Adobes Community Congregational Church from 1959-1972, died Monday, September 2, 1996 at the age of 88. Geri Vance was born in 1907 in Almena, KS. She received a Life Certificate in Primary Teaching from Kansas State Teachers College in 1930. She taught for two years in Smith Center, KS and then became a full time minister's wife. She was an active member of Chapter AW of the P.E.O. Sisterhood and was active in every part of her husband's and family work. Geri was full of life and love and humor and will be missed by a great many. She is survived by two sons, Gary Dean Vance and Arthur David (Ski) Vance, both of Montana; and daughter, Charlotte Louise (Barton) Marshall of Tucson; sister, Mildred Price of Fort Dodge, Iowa; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 6 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott. Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7 at Casas Adobes Congregational Church, 6801 N. Oracle Rd., with Dr. David W. Smith officiating. Remembrances may be made to the Memorial Fund for Geri Vance at Casas Adobes Congregational Church.
WALTENBURG, Helen E., 87, a resident of Tucson, died September 3, 1996. Survived by husband of 69 years, George; daughters, Barbara Whittinghill of Tucson, Kathleen Seay of Overgaard, AZ; sons, Harold of Coon Rapids, MN, George Jr. of Richmond, IN, Rex of Marietta, GA; 22 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Marle White of Florence, OR; daughter-in-law, Maxine Waltenburg of Denver; son-in-law, Richard Boggs of Blaine, WA. Helen was preceded in death by daughter, Joan Boggs and son, Henry. Private Services were held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
WELCH, Thomas, 52, of Tucson, died September 3, 1996. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Sherrie Schuldheis Welch; two daughters, Emilie and Maggie; his mother, Rhea Welch; sisters, Marilyn McConnel and Claudia Colton, many nephews and one niece; uncles, aunts and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Welch. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, a graduate of Hillsdale College and a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. He obtained a law degree from the University of Arizona in 1972. Admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 1972; State Bar of California in 1991 and the State Bar of Washington in 1994. Most recently employed by the Law Firm of Haralson, Kinerk and Morey of Tucson, AZ. Tom was an avid sailor and pursued his love of sailing at every opportunity. He shared his enthusiasm for sailing with his wife and children and this is a parting gift that they will always cherish. A Memorial Service will be held on September 7, 1996 at 5:00 p.m., in the Performance Garden of Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson. Due to Tom's strong belief in the educational system of Kino Learning Center, it was his desire that all Memorials be made to the Kino School, 6625 N. First Ave., Tucson, AZ 86718. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY,
WYMER, Marian E., 75, died September 3, 1996 in Tucson, Arizona. She is survived by her loving daughters, Joyce Mankin, Ethel Fregoso and Judy Cochran; seven wonderful grandchildren, and 10 dear great-grandchildren. Friends may call Thursday, September 5, 1996 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where services will be held Friday, September 6, 1996 at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
CHRONISTER, Robert L., 54, died August 30, 1996. Survived by his wife, Linda; among his children, Bill, David and Amy reside in Tucson; mother, Bernice Chronister; also two brothers; and six sisters. Preceded in death by his father, Harry Chronister. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 4, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. where funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, September 5, 1996 with pastors Roy and Ron Stewart officiating. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
PRAGER, Norma D., 73, of Tucson, died August 31, 1996. Survived by two nieces, Barbara and Monica Escher; one nephew, Fred Escher. Funeral Mass will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 4, 1996. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
YOUNG, John J., 83, died August 28, 1996. Survived by his wife, Louise L. Young; sons, Michael C. (Lori) Young of Tucson and J. Gerald (Diana) Young of New York, NY; step-children, Tony, Rusty, Susie and Randy Spicer; grandchildren, Jerry, Pat, Kevin, Lisa, Michael Jr., Jessica, Nicole, Sabina and Lara Young; and a great-grandson, Jonathan; sisters, Jane Woodworth of Danville, IL and Gerry (James) Blake of Grosse Pointe Park, MI. Mr. Young was born in Detroit, MI on April 7, 1913. He was awarded a scholarship to the University of Notre Dame and graduated with the class of 1934. He worked in the accounting department of General Motors Corporation prior to moving to Chicago Heights, IL where he went to work for the Lauhoff Grain Company whose corporate offices moved to Danville, IL. He was an officer of the grain company until 1960 when he retired and moved to Tucson. In Tucson he continued his business career in real estate investments. He was a member of the University of Arizona President's Club, University of Arizona Foundation, the Arizona Arthritis Center Advisory Board at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center and the Tucson Country Club. Memorial Services will be 6:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7, 1996 at the Tucson Country Club, 2950 N. Camino Principal with Father Angelo Mastria officiating, casual dress suggested. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Community Food Bank or Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Tucson. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
DAVIDSON, Dalwyn Robert, 78, died on Saturday, August 31, 1996 after a long illness. He was a kind, generous and loving man who will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. Better known to his family and friends as Davy, Mr.Davidson and his beloved wife, Georganna Sharp Davidson, retired to Tucson from Cleveland, Ohio in 1989. Mr. Davidson had been a 42-year employee of the Cleveland Electric Illuminating (CEI) Company, Ohio's largest private electric utility, retiring as Senior Vice President in 1983. He continued to serve as a consultant to the firm for several more years. He commenced his career with CEI in 1941 shortly after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from what is today known as Case Western Reserve University. He had spent the first two years of his college career at Kent State University. Shortly after joining CEI, Mr. Davidson took a leave of absence to serve in the defense of his country during World War II. He received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force in 1945, at the rank of captain. Mr. Davidson was born on August 10, 1918 to John Francis and Erma Hayes Davidson in Camden Township of Lorain County, Ohio. Mr. Davidson was elected a Fellow of the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in 1985. While living in Tucson, he was a member of the North Tucson Exchange Club, American Legion Post 36, and the Tucson Jazz Society. He was an avid fan of Dixieland and Big Band music. He is survived by his wife of nearly 54 years, Georganna Sharp Davidson; a daughter, Karen Davidson Leech (Alan) of Bozeman, Montana; two sons, Dale Wynn Davidson (Martha) of Tucson, Arizona, and Glenn Kirk Davidson (Carol) of Arlington, Virginia; and five grandchildren, Jay, Michael and Dallas Davidson, and Robin and Brian Leech. He is also survived by his brothers, Ronald Davidson of Hudson, Ohio and Delton Davidson of Elyria, Ohio, as well as a sister, Eloise Hensel of Oberlin, Ohio. A public Memorial Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL on Friday, September 6, at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Services will immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Literacy Volunteers of Pima County, Inc., 125 W. Yavapai Road, Building 800, Tucson, Arizona 85705. Davy, Dad, we love you and miss you.
DERING, Betty “BJ', 62, died September 2, 1996. Wife of Philip F. Dering of Tucson; sister of Larry Surdukan, Helen Barncord and Lena Meino, all of Aurora, IL and Lillian Dixon of Buffalo, NY. She was a member of Telephone Pioneers and a volunteer at St. Joseph's Hospital and Tucson Medical Center Hospice. She was also a veteran of United States Marine Corp. Memorial Mass 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7 at St. Cyril's Catholic Church, 4725 E. Pima St., with Father William Dougherty officiating. Rosary will be recited 6:30 p.m. Friday, September 6 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL and friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 6 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Contributions to the American Heart Assoc., Tucson Medical Center Hospice or Carondelet Hospice in memory of Betty would be appreciated.
DRAPER, Philip McClellan, died August 31, 1996. He lived in Tucson for 36 years, during which time he was active in community issues and served with Commission of Disability issues, Fire Code Committee, Human Services Study Committee and the Uniform Building Code Committee of the City of Tucson. He was an advocate for the disabled and a member of the Desert Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church. Born on April 18, 1935 in Sioux City, Iowa, Phil's formative years were in Nebraska and Colorado. After serving with the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, he graduated from the University of Arizona. He is survived by his beloved mother, Grace Draper of Grand Junction, CO; and a brother, Stuart of Tucson. Funeral Services will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 1996 at Desert Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1200 N. Santa Rosa. Internment will be in Nebraska. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL.
DUARTE, Selena Marie, 7 1/2 months, of Tucson, passed away September 1, 1996. Survived by parents, Jerry Duarte and Michelle Bell; sister, Ana Lisa Duarte. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 5, 1996 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. Graveside Service to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
FELIX, Rafael Frank, 53, a lifetime resident of Tucson, passed away September 1, 1996. Mr. Felix worked at Cypress (formerly Duval) Mines. Beloved husband of Helen B. Felix; father of Jeanie Tarango and Leonard Felix; also surviving are six grandchildren; brother of Eleanor (Elli), Erlinda (Lee), Rey (Pat), Raymond (Monie) and Richard Felix; 11 nieces and nephews; 11 grandnieces and nephews; 11 aunts and uncles; 42 cousins. Preceded in death by his mother, Eulalia Figueroa Felix and his father, Rafael L. Felix. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, September 5, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated 9:00 a.m. Friday, at St. Augustine Cathedral. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
FIGUEROA, Cruz G., 73, of Tucson, passed away September 1, 1996. Survived by companion, Lorenzo Reza; daughters, Sylvia (Ramon) Gastellum, Lydia (Gilbert) Ochoa; son, Ismael Figueroa; sisters, Natlia Yslava, Hortencia Federico; brothers, Manual, Fred, Genaro Garcia; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 5, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
KAMMERT, Gertrude “Trudy', 75, died September 1, 1996. Survived by her husband, Richard; daughters, Sheila and her husband Leo Majonica and their children Nicholas and Christine and Sandie Kammert; brother-in-law, Robert Kammert, all of Tucson. No services or memorial to be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society.
MATA, Maria Esperanza, 73, of Tucson, passed away September 2, 1996. Survived by companion, Selso Burrel; daughter, Maria E. (Michael) Fischer; sister, Elena Ballesteros; brother, Mike C. Perez; three great-grandchildren; Patrick Fischer and family and Elena Fischer. Visitation will be held September 5, 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 Friday, September 6, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MESSERSCHIMIDT, Roy H., Sr., 54, died August 31, 1996 in Tucson Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Lori; two sons, Roy Jr., David and his wife Angelica. Graveside Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 6, 1996 at Ft. Huachuca Army Post Cemetery with full Military Honors.Contributions may me made to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Rd. Suite 151, Tucson, AZ 86712. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
RULNEY, Melynda Ann, 28, of Tucson, died September 2, 1996. Survived by daughter, Erica Rose Mayer of Tucson; parents, Marsha and Frank Silverman of Tucson and Murray and Carole Rulney of Tucson; brothers, Ross Rulney of Tucson, Jason Rulney of Tucson and Cory Silverman of CA; grandparents, Herman and Leah Smiley of Tucson. Services Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Rabbi Arthur R. Oleisky and Cantor Ivor Lichterman officiating. Interment to follow Congregation Anshei Israel Section of Evergreen Cemetery, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
SANGER, Mattie Laverne (Grubbs), 71, loving wife and mother fell asleep in death Monday, September 2, 1996 after a long and difficult illness. Mattie was born in Hugo, Oklahoma May 24, 1925 the daughter of Benjamin and Beulah Grubbs, married May 3, 1947 and survived by husband, Charles Glenn Sanger; and Glennis (Philip)Firestone, Charles Duane Sanger (deceased), Patti Sanger; grandchildren, Aaron Firestone, Venessa Firestone, Tenea Inukai and Carol Conrad; great-grandchild, Marissa Garcia; also survived by Bennie Mae Springs of Garland, TX, Jack Grubbs of Burleson, TX; numerous nieces and nephews. Mattie was a full time housewife and a long time member of the Order of Eastern Star Old Pueblo Chapter. Mattie will be missed by both family and friends. There will be a family only memorial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carondelet Hospice.
STURGEON, Garland Eldon, 75, of Tucson, passed away September 2, 1996. He is survived by daughter, Marie and her husband Jim Flasher of Tucson; sons, Stephen and his wife Pam Sturgeon of Tucson, James Sturgeon of Colorado; grandsons, Nathan Flasher, Christopher Flasher, James John Sturgeon and his mother Bonnie Wilson; brothers, Bill and his wife Wanda Sturgeon of Ohio, Rex and his wife Jean Sturgeon of Texas, Ted and his wife Sandy Sturgeon of Tucson; sister-in-law, Ramona Sturgeon of Tucson; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by wife Betty in 1992 and brother Kenneth in 1988. Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 4, 1996 at Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan, with Rev. Richard Casteel officiating. In lieu of flowers family suggests donations be made to Grace Chapel Harvest Center, 6180 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85712.
