DANIEL, Manuel D., 49, died October 10, 1996. Husband of Dolores. Father of Manuel, Raul, Atrina, Elda and Imelda. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 14, 1996 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 15, 1996 at St. John’s Catholic Church, 602 W. Ajo. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday, October 14, 1996 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
FISCHER, Edward Alvin, 78, died October 13, 1996. Beloved father of Ruby Ellen (Larry) Steding of Iowa Falls, IA, Joan Dena (Roger) Prilipp, Peggy Ann (Allan) Eide, Jean Marie (Brian) Cook, all of Tucson. Beloved grandfather of ten and great grandfather of 12. Two sisters, Mabel Wright of Ackley, IA and Ruth Wikert of Iowa Falls, IA. Preceded in death by his wife, Darlene and two great grandchildren. Graveside Service 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October, 15, 1996 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with Pastor Tom Lepa of Eastside Assembly of God Church officiating. Friends may call at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
GRAUL, Bertha Helen, age 99 of Tucson, died October 10, 1996. Survivors include one grandniece, Madeline Sexton of LA and many friends at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Graveside Services will be at Eastlawn Cemetery 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 18, 1996 with Rev. Martin Abraham officiating. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
LONTO, Dorothea, 60, passed away October 12, 1996. She will be remembered as a dedicated and faithful wife to (RET.) CMSGT James M. Lonto U.S.A.F. A loving mother to Michael (Laurie) Lonto of Portland, OR and Jean Lonto. By her brother Joseph (Rosemary) Galinis of Succasunna, NJ; her sister-in-law Joyce (Ray) Galinis of Bloomfield, NJ, and as a daughter-in-law to Mary M. Lonto. She was a member of the CWOC of Davis Monthan Base Chapel. And her hobby of donating her hand knitted afghans to various organizations was done from the heart. Visitation Services will be held at 6910 E. Broadway, BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL on Tuesday, October 15, 1996 and Wednesday, October 16, 1996 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. A Rosary service will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral service will be on Thursday, October 17, 1996 at Davis Monthan Air Force Base Chapel at 9:00 a.m. A Graveside Service will follow the funeral at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712.
MORRON, Willard R., 81 of Tucson, died October 9, 1996. Father of Tom (Patricia) Morron of VA. Grandfather of Elizabeth and Sarah. A Memorial Service will be conducted Tuesday, October 15, 1996 at 10:30 a.m. at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with Rev. Clarence W. 'Bud'Odell officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 40 N. Swan, Tucson, AZ 85711.
WERSTLER, Edna G., 94 years old of Tucson since 1948. Died October 11, 1996. Survived are her children, Joan (William J.) Hunter of LA, William Joseph (Esther) Werstler Jr. of IL, James W. (Barbara) Werstler of Tucson, Barbara Jane (Glenn) Hicks of Tucson, John E. (Gerry) Werstler of Phoenix; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild survives. Services and burial will be in Champagne, IL. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WHITE, George E. 'Whitey', 77, died October 10, 1996. Survived by wife of 49 years, Hannah; daughters, Freddye Johnson and Patricia Rose (David Van Winkle); grandchildren, Jacqueline Greenley, Thomas Rose; Duane Johnson, Collin and Amanda Van Winkle; sister, Ina Langley and brother, Fred White. Whitey was employed at the Pima Co. Automotive Shops for 24 years. Life member of the VFW, past Commander of Post #10008. He served in the China Offensive with the 5th Fighters Group during W.W.II. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 16, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to your favorite charity.
CHANDLER, Knowlton A. A Memorial Service for Knowlton Chandler will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Tucson on Monday, October 14 at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Chandler was a long time resident of Chicago, IL before moving to Tucson. Mr. Chandler worked in clothing sales at Korby’s in Tucson and was a member of many singles organizations. In his free time he volunteered to do the layout for his clubs monthly newsletter. A decorated WWII veteran, Mr. Chandler served in Germany under General Patton and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. He is survived by his beloved sister, Marion Mote; two nieces; five great-nieces; one great-great-nephew. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society.
FERRARA, Donna, 57, died Thursday, October 10, 1996 in Tucson. Survived by one son, Michael Boyd of Tucson, AZ; two daughters, Guitona Schrader of Apache Junction, AZ and Elizabeth Hutchings of Tucson, AZ; two brothers; one sister; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Services for Mrs. Ferrara will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 14, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, with burial to follow at East Lawn Cemetery. Friends of Mrs. Ferrara may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arizona Cancer Society.
FIGUEROA, Frank L., 81, of Tucson, died October 10, 1996.Husband of Trinidad M. of Tucson; father of Sylvia M. Araiza of Tucson, Jim M. (Jan) Figueroa of NM, George M. (Cris) Figueroa of Vail, Tony M. (Fran) Figueroa of St. David, Roman M. (Brenda) Figueroa of Cyprus, CA; 18 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brother of Manny and Mike Figueroa, Rose Chavez, Bertha Federico and Frances Villa, all of Tucson and Connie Rivera of Phoenix. Rosary at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL Monday at 7:00 p.m. Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave., (888-1111), Monday 4:00 to 10:00 p.m.
GAGNON, Howard M., 81, passed away at the V.A. Medical Center, October 10, 1996. Our heartfelt thanks to the many caring souls who cared for him. He was the son of Henry Gagnon and Irene Fuqua, now deceased. Also preceded in death by brother, Gerald Gagnon and nephew, Charles Gagnon. He is survived by wife of 60 years, Kathryn; son, Dennis Gagnon; daughter, Mary Gregory and son, John Gagnon. Also survived by four grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Monday, October 14, 1996 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, October 15, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. Burial will follow at South Lawn Memorial Park. Local Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
MILLER, Joan Catherine, 60, a 46 year resident of Tucson, passed away October 8, 1996. Born August 4, 1936 in South St. Paul, Minnesota. Predeceased by husband, Robert Glenn Miller Sr. Survived by her children, Robert Glenn Miller Jr., Bruce Lee Miller and Lisa (Thomas R.) Martinez; granddaughter, Denise Renae Miller. A visitation will be held Sunday, October 13, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in memory of Joan C. Miller to the Carondelet Foundation, 350 N. Wilmot 85711 and Holy Family Hospice Care, 3838 N. Campbell 85719.
PETERSON, Katherine Edna, 88, of Tucson, passed away October 8, 1996. She was born in Long Island, New York on May 27, 1908, the first child of three children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin K. Peterson and her son Melvin K. Peterson Jr; brother, Elmer B. Andersen and sister, Cygni Staurseth; survived by two daughters, Elaine Mary Wicklund of Tucson and Lillian Adair Weekley of Minneapolis, MN; two sons, Kenneth R. Peterson and Paul David Peterson, both of Tucson; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; devoted friend, June Lee, plus a host of relatives and friends. Katherine gave unconditionally as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. We welcome you to come celebrate the life of this very special lady, during visitation at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13, 1996.Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 14, 1996 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), with Rev. Wayne North officiating. Burial and brief service at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave., Tucson.
RUSSELL, Jimmey Lee, 50, of Tucson, died October 8, 1996. Survived by his mother, Clara E. Miller of Jessieville, AR; father, Wiley R. Russell of Nipomo, CA; sister, Mary Raines of Madras, OR; half brother, Eddie Lowther of Redmond, OR; half sisters, Juanita of Nipoma, CA and Judy of TX.Memorial Services Monday, 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
ANDERSON, Dorothy C., 84, died October 8, 1996. Mother of Darleen (James) Lancaster of Tucson, Kathleen (Vendal) Di Giacinto of CA, Daryl (Patty) Anderson of KS and Donald (Cecilia) Anderson of GA; sister of Warren Golden of Mesa, Marjorie Budd of MN and Blanche Howey of Mesa; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive. Memorial Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Memorial Mass will be offered at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 14 at Holy Hope Mausoleum. Family requests memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association. There will be a gathering of friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
BROUSSEAU, Leo Roy, 65, died October 7, 1996. Husband of Gloria Brousseau of Tucson; father of Philip Brousseau and Darren Brousseau, both of Tucson; brother of Joan (Herb) Van Slyke of Alpine, AZ; two nieces and two nephews also survive. He worked at Hughes for 29 years. In lieu of flowers donations to the Beacon Foundation, 25 E. Drachman, 85705 would be appreciated. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
BROWN, James Kirk, 73, of Tucson, died Tuesday, October 8, 1996. James was a WWII Disabled Veteran and holder of Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Survivors include: wife, Sarah T. of Tucson; one son, James Jr; one daughter, Cheryl Brown Corroll, both of Gas City, IN; a sister, Dolores Brown Diehl of Tucson; one adopted son, David Hawkins of Tucson; Rhoda Stackhouse of Fla.; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. James enjoyed model airplanes and interested in aviation and jazz guitar music. Memorial Services will be at 4002 S. Thornton Ave, Tucson, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.Saturday, October 12, 1996. In lieu off flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans or American Heart Association. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
CAPPS, Freddie Lee, Lt. Col (Ret.) U.S.A.F., 84, died October 9, 1996. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Grace Capps; son, Freddie L. (Cindy) Capps, Jr; daughter, Fredene L. (Ronald) Geer; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Friends may call 2:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, October 12, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery with full Military Honors by Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
CASEY, Leland W. T., 88, suddenly entered into death Wednesday, October 9, 1996. A native Tucsonan, born July 30, 1908. Served in the Army Air Corps during WWII, was a Tucson Police officer from 1937 to 1961 at which time he retired with Badge #1. He was then employed by Asarco Mines Mission Unit for 14 years, retiring in 1974.Leland was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Irene Casey and Edward B.Casey, Sr.; three sisters, Annette Kirkpatric, Irene Strelnick and Barbara Hurley; one brother, Edward B. Casey, Jr. Leland is survived by his wife, Viola E. Casey of Marana; sons, Kevin Casey and Ken Bowling of Tucson; daughter, Margaret Mary Gutman and son-in-law, Michael Gutman of Marana; grandchildren, Jennifer and Jason Gutman of Marana; niece, Danielle Brown of Seattle; and nephew, Michael Casey of Phoenix. Scripture Service will be at St. Christopher’s Church, 12101 W. Moore Rd., Marana Friday, October 11 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services also at St. Christopher’s Church Saturday, October 12 at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Graveside Service at Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Christopher’s Church
CHASTAIN, Gladys, 77, died October 9, 1996. Mother of Pat (Joe) Beakey of Tucson and Butch (Patsy) Chastain of OK; grandmother of Bryon Wright of Tucson, Jan (Kurt) Chastain and Casey (Chris) Cayot, both of OK, Kellie Beakey of San Francisco, CA and Carole Heistand of Flippin, AR; three great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by husband, Herman Chastain. No local services planned. Interment in Blair, OK. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan, Tucson, AZ 85712 would be appreciated. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DIXON, Joly, M.D., F.R.C.P., 87, of Eye, Suffolk, England and of Tucson, AZ, died October 8, 1996. Survived by daughter, Anthea Dixon, M.D. of Tucson; and son, Joly Dixon of Brussels, Belgium; grandchildren, Maggie, Jane, Joanna, Noel, Jaime, Rachel, David and Michael; and brother, Hal Dixon. Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m.Saturday, October 12, 1996 at Hudgel’s SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Calibre Talking Books.
