KURNER, Edgar C., Lt. Col. USAF, Ret., 89, passed away Thursday, August 29, 1996. Survived by wife, JoIlean Kurner. Edgar was a dedicated husband. He volunteered many hours of his time to community service, American Red Cross and AARP. Funeral Services Sunday, September 1 at 1:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
MOMCHILOV, Margaret Jane, 76, of Tucson, died August 27, 1996. She is survived by daughter, Laura (John) Momchilov Steele of Tucson; son, Thomas (Kay) Momchilov of Ohio; sisters, Ruth (Vic) Rich and Audrey Cooper, all of Ohio; brother, William (Mary Lou) Morris of CA; grandchildren, Lucas and Aaron Steele, Tyler (Heather) Momchilov and Julie and Matthew Momchilov. Services will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. Magee, Saturday, August 31, 1996, at 9:00 a.m. Donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712.
REGEHR, Patricia L., born May 28, 1960, died August 24, 1996. Survived by her husband of 14 years, Steve B. Regehr; her parents, John and Helen Umstott; her brothers, Robert and John (Lisa) Umstott; parents-in-law, O'Neal and Elda Regehr; brother-in-law, Dennis (Lori) Regehr; nephews, Johnny and Eric Umstott, Michael and Matthew Regehr; and many loving friends and family. Patricia graduated from Flowing Wells High School in 1978 and the University of Arizona in 1988 with a degree in education and was a member of Kappa Delta Phi Sorority. Patricia's chosen profession was teaching and her life was a lesson in grace, faith and fortitude to us all. She overcame physical suffering again and again, and shared her experience and wisdom through participation in community groups. Patricia's gentle strength, keen mind and giving heart never failed to inspire her loved ones, and her example will sustain us through our loss. She was an angel on earth and watches over us all now. Mass and Memorial Service will be held Sept. 7, 9 a.m. at St. Odilia, 7570 N. Paseo Del Norte. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in Patricia's name to Alf Transplant Fund American Liver Foundation, 1425 Pompton Ave. Cedar Grove, NJ 07009.
SCOGIN, William M. “Bill”, 75, local Chevron Dealer for 33 years, passed away August 24, 1996 after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; father of Iris Collaco, Anna Durazo; sons, Bill and Gilliam Scogin; and step-son, Tom Mulligan; brother, David; sisters, Ella Rhea Hearg and Dolly. He leaves 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren in addition to several nieces and nephews. Following five years of service in the US Army during WWII he attended Hardin Simmons University and Murray University in Texas. During Bill's work years he was an assistant manager for McCellens in McAllen, Texas and later for TG&Y Stores in Missouri. A 32nd degree mason at Sabbar Shrine Temple where he was a member of the Blue Angel Unit and an honorary member of the Temple Guard.Additionally, Bill was a member of the Scottish Rite, Valley of Tucson, Builders Lodge #60 and Elks #2532. Donations may be made to the Veterans Administration Hospice Care Unit. Memorial Services Sunday September 1, 1996 at 1:00 p.m. at Sabbar Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd.
BARRON, Stanton, 89, of Tucson, died August 27, 1996. Survived by wife, Nettie; daughters, Lela Meaney and Sally Franovic, all of Tucson; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 29, at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Private interment at South Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Mary's Burn Unit or Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospitals.
BENSON, Gordon L., 73, of Tucson, died August 25, 1996. Survived by son, Gregory L. (Peggy) Benson of Boonton, NJ; daughter, Christine B. (Victor) Iorio of Brick, NJ; sister, Clarine Miller of San Antonio, TX; and two granddaughters. Memorial Services Friday 5:00 p.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY with Chaplain William L. Killian of Tucson Medical Center officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
CROWELL, Russell Gene, 68, died August 27, 1996. Husband of W. Maxine Crowell; father of Larry (Barbara) Crowell of Springfield, MO and Mickey McMillan of Riverside, CA; grandfather of David Gene and Lance Michael; brother of Joy Cummings of Des Moines, IA, Ramona Ward, Dorothy Brooks, Donella Lint, Donald Crowell, all of Johnston, IA and John Crowell of Berwick, IA. Mr. Crowell was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Nathan, of Phoenix. Memorial Service 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 30, 1996 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL with Pastor Al Rode officiating. Mr. Crowell was a member of the Masonic Order and VFW Post 9662 in Des Moines, IA. Donations to Carondelet Hospice Services, 1802 W. St. Mary's Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745 would be appreciated. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
KEAVENY, Mary L., 86, completed her tour on this earth on August 27, 1996. Wife of James Keaveny of Tucson; mother of Nicholas (Rachel) Laffler of Colorado Springs, CO; sister of Michael Kall of St. Louis, MO. Graveside Service 10:00 a.m.Friday, August 30 at Holy Hope Cemetery with Father Mike Martinez officiating. Mary traveled extensively with her husband while he was in the US Army. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
LEON, Georganna, 37, of Tucson passed away August 25, 1996. Survived by parents, Joe and Andrea Pacheco; fiancee, Robert Cordero; daughter, Monica Joann Leon; sons, Frank Hernandez, Estevan Valenzuela, Fabian Cordero; sisters, Josie Carrillo, Gale Torres, Ramona Garcia; brothers, Joe, Henry, Benny Pacheco. She is deeply loved and will be deeply missed by all. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 29, 1996 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MARTAK, Marty, age 42, died of a massive heart attack Monday, August 26, 1996. Survived by parents, Clyde and Connie Martak; brother, Michael Martak (Marcia); sister, Sharon Ann McManamon (James); Todd Martak (nephew), J. P. McManamon (nephew) and Kathleen Mariah McManamon (niece); also survived by an aunt and uncle and numerous cousins. Marty graduated from Salpointe High and Pima College. He was with ASARCO Inc. as a computer programmer since 1987. He was a quiet, gentle, loving, kind young man who saw good in everything and everyone. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Marty's name to the St. Thomas the Apostle Chapel Fund, 5150 N. Valley View Rd., Tucson, Arizona 85718.Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 30 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
MESSER, Carl, 75, of Tucson, went to meet his “wonderful Lord” on August 26, 1996. He was born May 17, 1921 in Reedsville, KY to Andy and Mary Messer, who have preceded him in death. Also preceding him are two brothers, two sisters, and three grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jewell; daughters, Jeanette (Bud) Ratliff and Laveta Diane Davis, both of Tucson; sons, Carl (Sue) Graham of Ironton, OH, Sam (Beth) Messer of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Michael (Arlene) Messer of Daharan, Saudi Arabia; 10 grandchildren, Randy, Chuck, Aaron, Barney, Carla, Dennis, Terri, Brandon, April and Joli; and 13 great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Shandelle, Jade, Courtney, Emily, Danny, Chris, Kendra, Grant, Tiffani, Haily, Ryan and Gregory. Also surviving are three sisters, Irene Houck of Grayson, KY, Faye King of Vero Beach, FL and Charlotte Wheeler of Columbus, OH; and many nieces and nephews and friends whom he dearly loved. Carl attended Monte Vista Christian Union Church faithfully until his illness kept him from doing so. Dad, you were a good, kind, loving, Christian example to everyone. You are now free from pain and at peace in Jesus' arms. We love you. Services Saturday 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Pastor Jim Campau of the Monte Vista Christian Union Church of Tucson officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
NEWMAN, Geraldine Prenzel, born July 4, 1922, age 74, died in Tucson, AZ on August 22, 1996. She was a native of Nashville, TN. Preceded in death by husbands, Herbert R. Newman and Mack Neal Whitaker; parents, W.J. Prenzel and Ruth Ozburn Prenzel and sisters, Evelyn Prenzel Tidwell and Helen Lucille Prenzel. She is survived by sisters, Jenny Prenzel Stephens and Georgia Prenzel Wallace; and several nieces, nephews and cousins; also survived by an aunt, Miss Mildred Ozburn of Triune, TN. A Memorial Service will be held in Triune, TN at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Triune United Methodist Church, 7906 Nolensville Rd., Arrington, TN, 37014. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
REGEHR, Patricia L., born May 28, 1960, died August 24, 1996. Survived by her husband of 14 years, Steve B Regehr; her parents, John and Helen Umstott; her brothers, Robert and John (Lisa) Umstott; parents-in-law, O'Neal and Elda Regehr; brother-in-law, Dennis (Lori) Regehr; nephews, Johnny and Eric Umstott, Michael and Matthew Regehr; and many loving friends and family. Patricia graduated from Flowing Wells High School in 1978 and the University of Arizona in 1988 with a degree in education and was a member of Kappa Delta Phi Sorority. Patricia's chosen profession was teaching and her life was a lesson in grace, faith and fortitude to us all. She overcame physical suffering again and again, and shared her experience and wisdom through participation in community groups. Patricia's gentle strength, keen mind and giving heart never failed to inspire her loved ones, and her example will sustain us through our loss. She was an angel on earth and watches over us all now. Mass and Memorial Service will be held Sept. 7, 9 a.m. at St. Odilia, 7570 N. Paseo Del Norte. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in Patricia's name to Alf Transplant Fund American Liver Foundation, 1425 Pompton Ave. Cedar Grove, NJ 07009.
SOTO, Alejandro A., 54, of Tucson, passed away August 27, 1996. Survived by wife, Olga Soto; daughters, Norma B., Olga B., Eunice B. and Edith B. Soto; sons, Alejandro B. Jr., Roberto B. and Rodolfo B. Soto; sister, Orpha Flores; and brothers, Jesus and Alfonso Soto. Chapel Service will be held Friday, August 30, 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. Graveside Service will be held at Holy Hope Cemetery, 3555 N.Oracle Rd., Saturday, August 31, 1996 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
UMMEL, Delia, 48, cancer claimed the life of our beloved Delia on August 27, 1996.Loving wife for 28 years to Les; mother of Luis Alfonso, William H. and Annabel Ummel; grandmother to Carlos de Ummel, all of Tucson; beloved daughter of Teresa Brook of Tucson; sister of Lupe Trujillo of Tucson and Josephina Montes of Sinola, Mexico. Visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Mass 9:00 a.m. Friday at St.Augustine Cathedral, 162 S. Stone. Interment South Lawn Cemetery.
VAVRA, Eunice L., 73, of Tucson, died August 26, 1996. Survived by husband, Frank; sons, James (Pauline) Scott, Jimmy (Holly) Scott, Bobby (Millie) Scott; daughters, Barbara (Joe) Rachel, Carolyn (Arthur) Dryer; two brothers, six sisters, 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral Service this morning, 10:00 a.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, with Pastor Hugh DeLong officiating. Interment will be in East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Services conducted by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (327-6341). Memorial contributions may be made to Desert Samaritan Hospice, 1400 S. Dobson, Mesa, AZ 85202.
WARREN, Elsie E., 92, of Tucson, died August 25, 1996. Survived by sister, June Wilmoth of Tucson; stepdaughter, Gloria Alemany of Yonkers, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, Clay Warren. Graveside Services Friday, 9:00 a.m. Evergreen Cemetery with Pastor Mark Harris of Bear Canyon Community Church officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Warren's name to Youth Haven Ranch, P.O. Box 128, Picacho, AZ 85241. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
WINNER, Judith Nadine, 56, died August 26, 1996. Survived by loving husband, Bob; sons, Michael and David; and three grandchildren. She was reigning queen of Olana Temple #131 Daughters of the Nile, Past Matron of Horizon Temple #69 Order of Eastern Star and member of Los Oasis Court #75. Called to heaven before her work for the crippled children was complete. Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 31 at Sabbar Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shrine Crippled Children's Hospital in Judith's name in c/o of Sabbar Shrine Temple. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
ZUKOSKI, Charles F., Jr., 97, of Tucson, AZ, died August 24, 1996 in Redstone, Colorado. A Memorial Service will be held on September 7 at the Unitarian Church of Birmingham, Birmingham, AL. Charles was a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School, Vice President First National Bank from 1926-62, Civic leader with broad interests in social agencies in Birmingham, world populations problems with the Pathfinder Fund of Boston, Planned Parenthood of Alabama and Birmingham Council on Foreign Affairs. Survivors include: sister, Marie Z. Haar of St. Louis; two sons, Charles F. Zukoski III of Tucson, AZ and Edward E. Zukoski of Pasadena, CA; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Unitarian Church of Birmingham or Planned Parenthood of Alabama, 1211 27th Place South, Birmingham, AL.
ALFARO, Armando, passed away in his home in Nogales, Arizona, August 27, 1996, comforted by the love of his wife, Yolanda Joffroy Alfaro; his children, Alberto, Armando, Dino and Aissa. Raised in Tucson, Arizona. Graduate of the University of Arizona Law School, founder of Antigua de Mexico in Nogales and Guadalajara, Mexico and Tucson, Arizona. Beloved husband, father, friend, mentor and grandfather, is survived by his wife of 50 years, Yolanda Joffroy Alfaro; daughter, Aissa Rognlin of Shelton, WA; sons, Alberto Alfaro of Guadalajara, Mexico, Dr. Armando Alfaro and Dino Alfaro, both of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Alberto, Armando, Viviana, Aissa, Matthew, Jeffrey, Karina, Janella, Brianna, Brittany; great-grandson, Andres; sisters, Odalmira A. Elias, Olga A. Malone; and brothers, Vicente and Gilberto Alfaro; daughters-in-law, Rosie (Alberto) Alfaro and Jill (Armando) Alfaro; son-in-law, Scott (Aissa) Rognlin. It was an honor to share life with you. You were the most wonderful father and friend. We will always cherish you with gratitude and respect. The love you shared with us will always remain in our hearts forever. Above all you were a gentleman whose caring touch and understanding will be in our thoughts and memories forever. Thank you for always being here for us. A Memorial Service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 272 N. Rodriguez St. in Nogales, Arizona on Thursday, August 29, 1996, at 10:00 a.m.
