SCHERBA, Joseph W., 42, of Tucson, died August 11, 1996. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dorothy Reed; and aunt, Mary Jane Kyle, both of Tucson; his uncle, Raymond Eich of Pittsburgh, PA; and numerous cousins. He also leaves his beloved, Lupe Kennedy and children, Bobby, Becky, Jason and Melissa. Services Wednesday 7:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY with Bishop Fred Hyatt of the Tucson North Stake, 6th Ward officiating. Friends may call Wednesday 5:00 p.m until 9:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile. Graveside Service Thursday 10:00 a.m. Evergreen Cemetery, with military honors.
SCOTT, Kay (Kaysie) passed into the Life Eternal on August 11, 1996. She was 71 years of age and, with her husband, Lee, had lived in Tucson since July, 1958. Their oldest daughter, Nancy, lives in Seattle and teaches Special Ed. Their youngest daughter, Sue, lives in Minneapolis, is in theater and radio, and was recently married. Their son, David, died in 1981 while a senior at the U of A. Kay's brother, John, lives in Naples, FL. Kay was loved and respected by many as she, in very special ways, blessed them with her love and support. A graduate of Northwestern University, Kay was an elementary school teacher in her early years. Stricken with rheumatoid arthritis at age 29, she continued to be active in volunteer activities through her church, the St. Mary's Auxiliary and (more recently) the Holy Family Care Center. For the past several years she also provided reading support with children through Drachman and Tolson Elementary Schools. For over 10 years Kay was a ‘patient instructor' at the U of A's College of Medicine, and for several years served as a unit leader with the League of Women Voters. She enjoyed people, flowers, color, music, prayer, news and the life and activities of her family and friends. Life's circumstances were not always easy for Kay, but she persisted and ‘overcame' with a deep trust in the grace of our Lord! She looked forward to, and sought to help others prepare for, the Life Beyond. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, August 15, 3:00 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church, (between Park and Tyndall at 4th St.). Memorial gifts in Kay Scott's name may be sent to the Tolson Elementary School P.T.A., c/o Dr. Ana Rivera, 1000 S. Greasewood, Tucson 85745, or to First United Methodist Church, 915 E. 4th, Tucson 85719. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway),
WHEAT, Doris Mae Emma, 80, passed away August 3, 1996 in Tucson, AZ. Born January 14, 1916 in Evans, NY to Clarence Bertrand and Marie (Ziegler) Russell. She had been married and was divorced from Jack Wheat in the late 30's. She had no children. She was preceded in death by her sister, Julia Mae Barbara Wolpa of Buffalo, NY; and brother, Clarence Eustach Russell of Tucson, AZ. She is survived by brothers, Harold Wallace Russell of Hawaii and Herbert George Russell of New York; several nieces and nephews including Janet Marie (Joe) Chmiel of Buffalo, Charles Edward (Bonnie) Russell of Tucson and Kenneth Harold (Ruth) Russell of San Ramon, CA. No services will be held, and her ashes will be taken to Buffalo, NY at a future date.
DILLON, William E., 73, of Tucson, died July 25, 1996. Preceded in death by his wife, E. Esther Ross Dillon who died at their home here in Tucson July 18, 1988. Mr. Dillon was a 32nd degree Mason and perpetual member of Tucson Lodge #4 F&AM He was a life member of the York Rite Bodies and the Scottish Rite Bodies of Tucson. He also held life membership in the American Legion, the National Rifle Association, and the Arizona State Rifle and Pistol Association. Interment of Mr. and Mrs. Dillon will be in the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix. Memorial Services to be held at Tucson Lodge #4, 1944 E. Allen Rd., October 7, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. with Dr. Lee S. Stith officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY.
GOODMAN, Edward E., 47 of Tucson, died August 9, 1996. Husband of Nicola (Nicki) of Tucson; father of Matthew E. Goodman of Oren, Utah; son of Ruby Goodman of Santa Clara, CA; brother of Barbara Brink of CA and Kay Ames of MT. Service is Tuesday, August 13, 1996 at 1:30 p.m. with Chaplain Bill Killian and the D.A.V. Honor Guard at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
HARTEL, Inez I., 90, died August 9, 1996. Wife of Seneca Hartel; mother of Robert (Shirley) Hartel of WI; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. She was a very active member of the Elks Lodge. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 1996 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Burial will be in North Riverside, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Family Care at Tucson General Hospital would be appreciated.
JOHNSON, Marlin C., 66 years old of Tucson, AZ passed away Friday, August 9, 1996. Survivors include wife, Della Johnson; son, Bradley Johnson (Norma) of Tucson; daughter, Cynthi Knight (Darin) of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA; and four grandchildren, Gillian, Danika, and Larissa Knight, and Timothy Johnson. Twin sister Mary Ellen Thormodsgard of St. Paul, MN. Nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and many friends. Marlin Johnson was born May 30, 1930 in Bowdon, ND. married Della Wumkes July 17, 1954. They moved to Tucson in 1961. The memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 13, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. at American Evangelical Lutheran Church, 115 N. Tucson Blvd. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that any memorials be given to American Evangelical Lutheran Church or Integra Community Hospice in memory of Marlin Johnson.
LOPEZ, Armida D., of Tucson passed away August 10, 1996 in Phoenix, AZ. Preceded in death by husband, Manuel T. (Sasuma) Lopez. Survived by daughters, Betty O. Gordon (Buck), Joanne Garcia (Ramon). Also survived by grandchildren, Veronica Castro (James), Charles Ferra (Rose), Patricia Bravo (Harold), and also four remaining grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Armida was a true matriarch of her family. The glue that held us all together. She always has and always will be our guardian angel. We love you Gran, we'll miss you mother. Until we are all together again. Good-bye Army! Call Tucson Mortuary for service times. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MATTICX, Frank C., departed this life on August 8, 1996, after a long illness. He was born on December 19, 1908 and was a devoted husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Cleo; son, Reubin; sister, Zonia of IL; nephew, Reubin Allen III; niece, Claire Allen; and other friends and relatives. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 1996 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery with Pastor David Houchin officiating. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E Grant
MENDEL, Lillian R., born January 2, 1925 in Evansville, IN, died August 10, 1996. Came to Tucson in 1946, where she met her loving husband, Julius, whom she married May 4, 1950; also survived by sons, Stuart (Pamela) and Michael (Trenty) and sister, Jane Levin, all of Tucson; brother, Harry Levin of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren, Melissa Mendel and Tina (Shannon) Schwitters of Tucson. Graveside Services Monday were held at EVERGREEN CEMETERY Anshei Israel Section with Cantor Ivor Lichterman officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan, Tucson, AZ 85711 or a tree may be planted in Israel in her name through Jewish National Fund, 5039 N. 19th Ave., #5, Phoenix, AZ 85015. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
SCHILLING, Frank Stephen, Jr., ‘Steve', 84, of Tucson, died Tuesday, August 6, 1996 of heart failure at St. Joseph's Hospice. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Loretta, father, Frank Stephen Schilling, Sr., mother, Della Stone. Survived by his daughter, Stephanie Schilling; and granddaughter, Mary Angela Schilling of Tucson. He is also survived by Joseph and Betty Schilling; his brother and sister-in-law of Mattoon, IL; and nephew's, William and John.
Mr. Schilling first attended Miliken University and then Worsham College of Mortuary Science from which he received his degree. He was active in the community of Mattoon, IL as a charter member of the Rotary Club of Mattoon and the Masonic Lodge.
Along with his brother, Joseph, Mr. Schilling was a second generation director of Schilling's Funeral Home in Mattoon, IL now operated by nephew John. Nephew William is an attorney in Washington, DC.
Steve and his wife retired to Tucson in 1973 where they made many fond friendships.
Steve had that rare ability to make and keep friends for life. His gentle soul will be missed.
There will be a Memorial Service at his residence, 2845 Indian Ruins Rd., 3:00 p.m. Monday, August 12. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to St. Joseph's Hospice, Tucson, AZ or the charity of their choice.
YANAKIS, Pelagia, 95 of Green Valley, died August 11, 1996. She is survived by her sons, John of Green Valley and Peter (Mary) of N.Y.; three grandchildren; brother, George Antonokis of Conn. Trisaigion and Funeral Services will be held on Monday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (one block North Grant) with Fr. Anthony Moschonas officiating. Burial will take place in Flushing, N.Y. Directed by Valley Funeral Home, 327-6341.
BUCHHOLZ.Audrey L., of Tucson. November 11, 1906 – August 8, 1996. Preceded in death by her husband, Clarence P. Buchholz. Survived by her sister, Marion Stephen; her children, Bonnie (Jim) Kellogg and Robert (Carolyn) Buchholz. ‘Granny' has four grandchildren, Debbie Milne, Diane Collins, Matthew Buchholz and Tiffani Kellogg, all of Tucson; a great-granddaughter, Kayla Audrey, will be coming in September; other loving relatives and friends also survive. Although she will be greatly missed by those who knew her, fond memories will live on. Family and friends may visit from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.Sunday, August 11 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. The Funeral will be held at the same location at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, August 12 with interment to follow at All Faiths Memorial Park, 2151 S. Avenida Los Reyes.
FERRIS, Diane Marie, 40, passed away August 6, 1996 in Tucson, Arizona. Diane was born September 11, 1955 to Patricia and Steve Ferris in Detroit, MI. She attended school in Detroit, graduating in 1973. Diane received a BS Degree from Michigan State University as an occupational therapist, a profession she practiced for 15 years. She also earned her MFA in Ceramics at the University of Arizona and became a well known artist whose work has been exhibited locally and nationally. Diane was united in marriage to Gary Benna June 20, 1987 at her parents home in Tucson, AZ. Diane is survived by her husband, Gary Benna of Tucson; stepdaughter, Shannon Benna of Council Bluffs, IA; parents, Pat and Steve Ferris of Tucson, AZ; brother, Steven Ferris of Coral Springs, FL; maternal grandmother, Mary Simler of North Port, FL; and a host of relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, August 11, 8:00 a.m. at Tucson Botanical Gardens.
FLORES, Jesus V. ‘Bully', 84 years old, died Thursday, August 8, 1996 in Tucson. Survived by one son, Alex D.Flores of Tucson; one daughter, Connie Flores of Tucson. Preceded in death by his wife, Rafaela Flores. Memorial Services for Mr. Flores will be held at noon, Sunday, August 11, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338. In the twenties he was a boxer. He was a bus driver for Roy Loas Busing Co. and Ruben Gold, member of the labor Union Local 479 for 50 years. He was a guitar player. He played in the early 50's for the Mexican KEVT Radio Station, for Jacinto Orosco, broadcast from Jerry Lee Ho Market.
KREMER, Norma L., 57, died August 9, 1996. Wife of Melvin Kremer; mother of Erik (Jeri) Kremer and Kirt Kremer, both of Tucson. She was affiliated for 10 years with the Pima County Junior Soccer League and also Vice Commissioner for the Soccer League. No services planned. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MAURER, Lillian Louise, 74, died August 9, 1996. Survived by husband, Leroy Maurer; sons, Robert (Arlene) and Richard (Denise) Maurer; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren; sister, Margaret Keane. Friends may call 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where Funeral Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 12, 1996 with Rev. Ron Hart of the First Southern Baptist Church officiating. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the First Southern Baptist Church Building Fund in memory of Lillian Maurer.
McCONAHA, Margarette, 84, of Tucson, died Thursday, August 8, 1996. She is survived by her daughters, Bobbette Dorer, Joan (Charles) Mihaliak; grandchildren, C. Steven Mihaliak, Shannie Davis, John Dorer, Susan Breshears, James Dorer; great grandchildren, Cody, Joshua, Phillip, Chelsie, Jacob, Jessica, Tess; sister, Betty (Joe) O'Banion; brother-in-law, Luther Burchard. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 12, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Entombment will follow at the Mausoleum of Peace, East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Friends may call at the Chapel, one hour prior to the service.
WADDELL, Ila Baugh McLain. Born in Columbus, GA, on October 10, 1923, died at age 72, after a year-long battle with cancer, in Phoenix, AZ on August 8, 1996. Left a widow by the death of Dr. (Ph.D.) Andrew D. McLain, Jr. of Salem, AL, she married Seid Waddell of Tucson, then a recent graduate of the University of Arizona College of Law stationed at Fort Benning, in 1953. When he retired from the USAF (LTC, JAG) in 1977, they moved to Phoenix. They celebrated their 43rd Anniversary on July 23. She was preceded in death by a son, Andrew D. McLain III; grandson of the late Dr. Andrew D. McLain, M.D. of Salem; her parents, James F. and Bertie Baugh; and three sisters, Borneal Hubbard, Edna Bowman and Elender Frances Nelson. In addition to her husband, she is survived by another sister, Bertha Duncan of Columbus; and 22 nieces and nephews, most of whom live in Georgia, Texas and Arizona. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 12, at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ. Funeral services will be held at Piney Grove Baptist Church, Hwy 315, Fortson, GA 31808 at a later date.Contributions: Sunrise Chapel, 8421 Wrightstown Rd., Tucson, AZ 85715 or Samaritan Hospice, 2222 S. Dobson Rd., Suite 401, Mesa, AZ 85202. Arrangements by Mesa Funeral Care, 400 South Power Rd., Mesa, AZ 85206
