OROZCO, Marcos B., 70, born January 11, 1926 went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 24, 1996. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ruth; his children, Tony Orozco (Linda), Laura Hodges (Allen), Rebecca Romero (Richard), Alicia Robbins (Travis), Michael Orozco and Ruthie Orozco. He will be greatly missed by his family, 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 26, at EAST LAWN, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Graveside Service, November 27, also at EAST LAWN at 1:00 p.m. We would like to thank the St. Joseph’s Hospice for their wonderful and loving care.
RECTOR, Alva, 89, died peacefully at home on November 24, 1996. Al (or 'Buntzy' as he was lovingly known by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren) and his wife and daughters moved to Tucson 40 years ago from Columbus, Ohio. He worked for Hughes Aircraft and retired from Az State Highway Dept. in 1970. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Iona Strait Rector; his three daughters, Arlene (Larry) Elliott, Diane (George) Tietz, Judy (Jim) Moore, all of Tucson; eight grandchildren, Sue (Dave) Smith of Longmont, CO, Edward Elliott, Laura Elliott of Tucson, Allysun (Dale) Berg of Okanawa, Jeffrey Dinkin of West Hills, CA, Jason Tietz, Dan (Marydale) Moore and Roger Moore of Tucson; 11 great-grandchildren, Ben, Crystal, Amy, Sunny, Cavin, Krysten, Allysha, Elliott, Mason, Nick and Logan. Also survived by brothers, Herb Rector and Frank (Wilda) Rector of Phoenix; sisters, Evie Roseberry of West Jefferson, Ohio, Jane Donaldson, Morgantown, WVA; and sister-in-law, Clara (Wayne) Bennett of Zanesville, Ohio. He also left behind literally hundreds of friends from all around the country. Al will be missed by all who knew him, he had great humor, quick wit and a mischievous smile for everyone. He had many stories of his life that he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He also left those stories in writing, he kept a Day Book starting in 1943 and wrote something everyday. Whenever we open one of his books we will hear him talking.Services will be 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 1996 EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. A reception will immediately follow services at the home of his daughter Arlene Elliott at 2000 South Marc Drive, Tucson. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in his memory to Tucson Medical Center Foundation, 5301 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712.
SKINNER, Lue W. G., 61, died November 24, 1996. Husband of Connie Skinner; father of Rene (Sylvia) of Tucson; brother of Leona Casavantes, Joan (Chuck) Sandburn, both of CA, Chris (Molly) of Las Vegas; grandfather of Lue, Rene, and Christina; many nieces and nephews also survive. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 27 at St. Augustine Cathedral. 192 S. Stone. Burial at TMP, South Lawn. The family suggests donations to the charity of ones choice. Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
SMALL, Benjamin Jay (B.J.), was born January 17, 1915 in Mansfield, Ohio. He and his family came to live in Tucson in 1958. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; and three children, Louise O’Hearn, Mary Stecheson and Ernest Small, as well as five grandchildren. Mr. Small was in the real estate business until he retired in 1970. He was a member of Tucson Country Club and was an avid golfer. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 1996 at the First Congregational Church, 824 N. Second Ave and University Blvd. In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be sent to the Assistance League of Tucson. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
TOLLMAN, James Perry, M.D. Dr. J. Perry Tollman died Thursday, November 21, 1996 at age 92. Dr. and Mrs. Tollman had been residents of Tucson since 1974. Dr. Tollman had served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Trinity Presbyterian Church, and was active for a number of years in theTucson Rotary Club. Dr. Tollman was on the faculty of the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha from 1931 until 1974, and served as Dean of the Medical School and Superintendent of the University Hospital from 1952 until 1964. He served as Lt.Colonel in the Air Force in 1951-2, and afterwards as consultant to the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. He received the Distinguished Service to Medicine Award from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1975 in recognition of his years of service to the institution and profession. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Elizabeth M. Tollman; sons, James Daniel of Phoenix and Thomas A. of Omaha; daughter, Janet Jones of Tucson; and six grandchildren. A private service was held for family members. The family suggests that memorials be sent to support the McGoogan Library of Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE 68198 or Trinity Presbyterian Church in Tucson.
VALENCIA, Ignacio E., Sr., 61, of Tucson passed away November 24, 1996. Survived by wife, Maria A. Valencia; daughter, Christina (Roy) Burr; sons, Manuel A.Valencia and Ignacio E. Valencia Jr; sister, Nachita (Frank) Romero; brother, Ernesto (Theresa) Garcia; grandson, Angel R. Burr; mother-in-law, Vicenta Villanueva. After suffering many years with Pulmonary Fibrosis, Ignacio has gone home to his place of peace to join the Lord. He is survived by his future daughters-in-law, Monica Mayorga and Tessa Murphy; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 26, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
WEST, Jackie Ray. An informal gathering of friends of Jackie Ray West will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, at Big Mamma’s Pizza Heaven, 34 Brewery Belch, Bisbee. Mr. West died Friday. He was 56. Born August 1, 1940 in Konowa, OK. Mr. West was reared in Dumas, TX, and graduated from Dumas High School. Mr. West was married briefly to Darlene Stephens and they had one son, Michael. Jackie Ray West began his career working for Shamrock Oil and Gas Company in Amarillo, TX. He worked for Montgomery Ward and Company in New York City and later in Tucson, beginning in 1964. He moved to Bisbee in 1988, and worked first at The Bead Shop, and later at The Gold Shop. His last employment at Big Mamma’s Pizza. Mr. West was a talented interior designer and gardener. He enjoyed collecting Western and Native American art, listening and dancing to country western music, entertaining and attending rodeos. There are no immediate family survivors and there will be no formal memorial service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Tucson AIDS Project, 151 S. Tucson Blvd. Suite 252, Tucson, 85716.
WORDEN, Hester L., 100, of Tucson, AZ, died November 24, 1996. Survived by: son, Earl Worden (Dorothy); daughter, Bernice Kirk (Maurice) of Tucson; three grandchildren, Joan Power of Bisbee, Deborah Stump of Tucson and Barbara Andrews of Washington State; 12 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. He was a resident of Arizona since 1918. Preceded in death by husband, Earl Worden Sr. in 1954. Services 11:00 a.m., November 27, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, with Clergyman Bob Keim of Integra Hospice officiating. Interment South Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
ANDERSON, Jean L., died November 22, 1996. Survived by children, John Anderson and Susan Jackson; grandchildren, Cori, Erin, and Jared; brothers, Donald and Harold Rockliffe. Jean was preceded in death by her son, Wayne A. Anderson in 1993. She had been a Tucson resident since 1947. Graveside Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 1996 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant.
BREZA, Minerva, 82, of Tucson, Arizona died November 21, 1996. Minerva was born to Peter and Theresa LaBean of Linwood, Michigan on August 2, 1914. She married Alex Breza on June 4, 1934. She is survived by her children, James (Ruth) Breza of Lapeer, Michigan; Betty (James) Bissellof Tok, Alaska; Rosalie (Ray) Short of Kawkawlin, Michigan; Ginger (Larry) Lau of Elizabeth, Colorado; Billie (Rande) LaPrarie of Bay City, Michigan; a sister, Beatrice Barrett of Bay City, Michigan; 12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Roberta; and granddaughter, Mary Lou Hiles. Memorial Services will be held Monday, November 25, 1996 at 9:15 a.m. at The Cascades, 201 N Jessica. Interment will be at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Pinconning, Michigan. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
BROOKS, John A., Jr., Lt. Col. (Ret), 81, of Tucson, died November 22, 1996. Born August 4, 1915 in Vandalia, Missouri. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks have resided in Tucson since 1978, moving here from Evanston, IL. Mr. Brooks attended the U of A and De Pauw University and was a member of the Segro Chi Fraternity. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Virginia of Tucson; daughter, Susan A. (Gene) Zlaket of Tucson; son, John A. Brooks III (Joan) of Glenview, Illinois; grandchildren, Timothy Brooks, Jennifer Zlaket, Cortney Zlaket, Amy Brooks and Elaine Zlaket. Private family services were held. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Alzheimers Association, So Ariz. Chapter, 2221 N. Rosemont, 85712 in the name of Lt. Col. John A. Brooks, Jr. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
CORNE, Ronald J., died November 22, 1996. Survived by his loving wife, Mercy Corne; three sons, Troy Corne, Bob Corne, Tracey Corne; two daughters, Laura Balderama, Kristin Gonzales; and two sisters, Phillis and Jenny. Visitation will be held at our SOUTH LAWN CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 1996. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, November 27, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Avenue.
MARTIN, Glenda E., 60, died November 22, 1996. Survived by her husband, Kenneth D. Martin; children, Yvonne, Robert, and Roger; grandchildren, Carrie, Michael, Ashley, and Candice; sister, Evelyn. The wish of Glenda was that no Funeral Services were to be held. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
SURINA, E. Mildred, 77, died November 3, 1996 after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, John; children, Janice (Mike) Cise of Indianapolis, IN; Marilyn Surina of Tucson; John Surina of Santee, CA; grandchildren, Rob (Lisa) McCusker; Sharon (Mike) Holingsworth; David Cise; Linda Cise; John Surina, Jr.; great-granddaughters, Erin and Megan McCusker; brothers, Norbert (Letha) Rump of Arkansas; Jack (Carmen) Rumps of Tucson. The family gives special thanks to the TMC Nursing Staff, Drs. Khuri, Brooks, and Collinham. Funeral Services will be held 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 27 at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, November 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (one block North of Grant.) In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Ss. Peter and Paul Adopt-A-Student Program, 1436 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85719 or Salpointe Catholic High School Scholarship Fund, 1545 E. Copper, Tucson, AZ. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
WAGNER, Joseph L., 86, died November 22, 1996. Survived by his daughters, Sharron Widrig; Helen (Victor) Taunton-Gamez; and Laura (Patrick) McClelland; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; brother, Gus Wagner. Joseph served with the U.S. Army during WWII. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 25, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where Funeral Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 26, 1996 with Pastor John Puckett officiating. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
WOODS, Mrs. Estella B., passed on Friday, November 22, 1996 at Columbia El Dorado Hospital. Mrs. Woods was born on March 31, 1907 in Sparta, Georgia. She moved to Tucson in 1957 where she worked at the U of A for 19 1/2 years, retiring in 1975. She leaves behind one sister, Mrs. Rebecca Daniels of Pittsburgh, PA. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26. Funeral Services will be at Supreme Counselor of House of Jacob Church, 1044 E 32nd St., Wednesday, November 27 at 10:00 a.m. with reviewal one hour prior to service. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
ARENA, Josephine, 93, of Tucson, died November 22, 1996.
MY GUIDE
I know not the way I am going,
But well do I know my Guide!
With a childlike faith do I give my hand
To the mighty Friend by my side.
And the only thing that I say to him
As He takes it, is, Hold it fast!
Suffer me not to lose the way,
And lead me home at last. Mother of Anthony W. (Estelle) Arena of De Soto, TX; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister of Charles Conti of Glen Cove, NY; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Monday, November 25 at 4:00 p.m. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Flashing, NY. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave., (888-1111), Monday 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
