BRADY, Anita Farrell, Anita Farrell Brady, our beloved angel joined our Lord in heaven, Wednesday, January 29, 1997. She lived a long rich life raising many Arizonans with much love and care. Anita was born 101 years ago, April 17, 1895 in Phoenix, Arizona. She lived for several years in Williams, Arizona and married Lionel R. Brady, the grandson of noted Arizona pioneer Peter Rainsford Brady. Anita and Lionel lived, worked and raised children in many communities around Arizona, including Christmas, Miami, Florence, Winkleman and Tucson. Together they raised five daughters, Virgina, Matilda, Carmen (deceased), Betty and Terry, the Brady girls; and one granddaughter, Geraldine J. Osborn-Jones (Bob). Anita is survived by 16 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and 29 great-great-grandchildren. Anita leaves behind many friends and many family members who loved her. Thank God she came our way and we’ll all miss you grandma Brady! Wednesday, February 5, 1997 a Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church located at University Blvd and Main. Services will follow at the graveside in East Lawn Palms Cemetery at 11:00 a.m., 5801 E. Grant Road. Friends are asked to gather at the main entrance of the cemetery and join the family in the procession to the graveside. Friends may pay their respects at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, Tuesday, February 4, 1997 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with the Rosary prayed at 8:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Anita Brady Memorial Fund in care of Fred Hambly, by way of VALLEY FUNERAL HOME. Services conducted by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (one and a half block north of Grant Rd.) 327-6341.
DIXON, Zella, 74, of Tucson, died January 31, 1997. Survivors include her children, Erma Jean Corbett, Anchorage, Alaska, Edward Dixon, Brenda Dixon, Larry Dixon, Linda Fields and Rupert Dixon, all of Tucson; brothers, Marvin Doty of Los Angeles, Charles Doty and Bennie Session of Jacksonville, Texas; sisters, Everline Newsome of Tucson, Faye Jinks of Oakland, Cal. and Pearline Newsome of Jacksonville, Texas; 25 grandchildren and 60 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Wednesday, February 5, 1997 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be at United Gospel Fellowship, 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 1997 with Pastor Arnell McSwain officiating.
FERGUSON, Mary A., 91, of Tucson, died February 2, 1997. Survived by daughters, Chris (Charles) Laplante of Tucson, Nancy (George) Van Loo of Sikeston, MO; grandchildren, Daniel Van Loo, Charles Van Loo, Christopher (Toni) Van Loo, Clarence Laplante, Mark Van Loo, Christopher (Martha) Laplante; great-grandmother of seven; sister, Catherine Boylan of Fair Oaks, CA. A funeral mass will be celebrated 6:00 p.m. tonight at St. Augustine Cathedral. Friends may call this evening at St. Augustine Cathedral from 5:00 p.m. until service time. Interment will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Hope Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the St. Augustine Cathedral Maintenance Fund. Services directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (one block North of Grant), 327-6341.
FUSCHINI, Jennette Dorsey, 59, of Tucson died February 1, 1997. She is survived by her husband, Paul; children, Robert, Linda Davis, Scott and Brett; grandchildren, Timothy Davis, Michael Davis, Christina Davis and Robbie Fuschini; three sisters, Barbara Millar, June Rae, and Darlene Mohler. Jennette was an active member in St. Francis in the Foothills Methodist Church. Memorial services will be on Wednesday, February 5, 1997, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Francis in the Foothills Methodist Church, 4625 E. River Rd. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
GARCIA, Roberto R., 77, of Tucson, passed away February 3, 1997. Survived by wife of 50 years, Sarah; daughter, Barbara; sons, Robert, Fred, Gilbert (Debra); sisters, Dolores, Genevieve; brother, Enrique; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 1997, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Thursday, 9:00 a.m., Santa Cruz Church. Interment at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
JENSEN, Dorothy A., 76, died February 2, 1997. Survived by her daughter, Joann Holverson and her husband, Bob; grandchildren, David, Dawn Lange and Desiree Sherwood; great-grandchildren, Natasha and Ashley Holverson, J.J. and Joel Lange.Dorothy was a Tucson resident for the past 34 years and an employee of Sears for over 40 years. Friends may call 2:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Further services and burial will be in Idaho Falls, ID.
LUDTKE, Harold G., 81, died February 1, 1997. Survived by his wife, Patricia; sons, Dennis and Craig (Donna) Ludtke; grandchildren, Christopher and Lauren; brothers, Gene, Robert and James Ludtke. Harold had been employed with NCR for 28 years before his retirement. Served in the U.S.Marine Corps during WWII seeing action in the south seas during that time. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 1997 at the EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. The family suggests any memorials be made to the charity of your choice.
MCGUIRE, James F., 79, died January 31, 1997. Father of April, James A., Gaynelle McGuire all of Tucson and Joel F. McGuire of CO; grandfather of James Arthur McGuire of Tucson; brother of Victor, Bill, Charles, Sam and Tom McGuire and Norma Jean Redding. Mr. McGuire was an Army veteran of World War II with Merrill’s Marauders. Graveside Service, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 5 at Holy Hope Cemetery, with Father Robert Eldridge officiating. Friends may call from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 5, at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MILLER, Clesta Ottilie, 96, of Tucson, died February 2, 1997. Her husband of 75 years, Floyd L. Miller preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughters, Shirley Kratz of Tucson; and her son, Kenneth Miller of Michigan; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. During World War II she worked in the Engineering Dept. of General Motors in Detroit, MI. She was an accomplished musician, world traveler, active church member both here and in her home state of Michigan, and committed volunteer. She accumulated more than 6, 000 hours of service to the community. Memorial Services will be held at the Spanish Trail Lutheran Church, 8701 E. Old Spanish Trail on Sunday, February 9, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Harold Hoekstra officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Spanish Trail Lutheran Church. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
MUNSON, Chester A. 'Chet'87, of Tucson, passed away February 1, 1997. Survived by his son, Mickey (Karen) Munson of Tucson; grandson, Thomas (Katherine) Munson of Tucson and great-granddaughter, Cynthia. Mr. Munson was founder of Munson’s Tucson Date Company. At his request there are to be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to either the Humane Society at 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson 85716 or Hermitage Cat Shelter, P.O. Box 13508, Tucson 85732. The family of Chet Munson wishes to thank the staff of Devon Gables for their excellent, loving care. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
SEIEROE, Katherine, 71, of Tucson, died February 1, 1997. She is survived by her children, Carl and Elisabeth; grandchildren, Michael and Katherine; brothers, Leo and Robert Smith and sister, Ara Lou Waldock. Katherine was an 18 year resident of Tucson. She belonged to the PEO, Desert Classics and was a direct descendant of the Mayflower. She was the manager of the Serendipity Shops in Naperville, Illinois which benefited the 'Little Friends Sheltered Workshop.' Memorial services will be from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5, 1997 at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shalom House, 3857 N. Oracle, Tucson, AZ 85705. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus.
SHILLITO, Curtis, died February 1, 1997. Survived by his wife, Joan Shillito; his children, Cynthia, Westley, Ronald, Laurence, and Terry; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 4, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Contributions may be made to the Primavera Foundation, 702 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701; or the ALS Foundation, Arizona Chapter, PO Box 13062, Tucson, AZ 85732-3062.
BRONSON, Louise passed away peacefully at her home on January 27, 1997. Dr. Bronson was one of the original eleven faculty members who started Pima Community College. She was Department Chair of Social and Cultural Studies, Honors Program Coordinator, and full-time faculty member in Psychology at East Campus. In addition to these functions Dr. Bronson was a promoter and developer of alternative delivery styles in the classroom, giving national and international presentations on this subject. She was recognized many times for teaching excellence and motivation. Dr. Bronson is survived by Brad, Diane and Suzanne. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the East Campus Adjunct Faculty Student Scholarship Fund through the Pima Foundation Fund, Friends of Tucson-Pima Public Library, Nature Conservancy, or Planned Parenthood.
CHAMBERS, Edna Louise 'Lou', 85, of Tucson, died January 31, 1997. Survived by daughters, Susan C. Casteloes of Tucson, Jane Bischoff of Carefree, AZ; son, Harry V. (Jane) Chambers, Jr. of Sierra Vista, AZ; grandchildren, Stephanie Chambers and Molly Chambers, both of Sierra Vista, AZ, Edward A. Casteloes, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Stephen V. Casteloes of Tucson, Lynn Bischoff of Taipei, Taiwan, Chris Bischoff of Phoenix, and Brent Bischoff of Gallup, NM. Predeceased by her husband, Harry V. Chambers, Sr. on September 25, 1989. Mrs. Chambers was a former Scout Leader and PTA President, A Panhellenic Advisor to the University of Arizona. She was a life member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority and a 50 year member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. Graveside Service Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
HOADLEY, Harold I., 71, died January 31, 1997. Survived by his wife, N.L. 'Luci' Hoadley; his children, Kenneth (Carol Ann) Bolling, Harold, Jr. (Marilyn) Hoadley, Michael (Mary) Hoadley, Kevin (Debra) Hoadley, Ron (Robin) Peters, and James Peters, Roxanne Peters and Elizabeth (Ron) Baldwin; 28 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Hal was a retired engineer from Hughes Aircraft and veteran of WWII. He also worked with the Sheriff’s Auxiliary Volunteers. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 3, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where Funeral Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 4, 1997. Services and Burial will be in Simi Valley, CA at a later date.
LONG, SR., Wallace H., age 73, died of leukemia at St. Joseph’s Hospital on February 1, 1997. Survived by wife, Pauline; son, Wallace, Jr. of Salem, OR; daughters, Patricia Fallin, Roxie Gia- coma, and Janice Pratt, all of OK; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; also four sisters, Beatrice Dvorak, Lucille Phillips, Elizabeth Ann Long, and Ruth Standley; three brothers, W.C. and James Long, all of Texas; and J.R. Long, Jr. of England. Mr. Long worked as Manager of Maintenance Methods for Duval/Pennzoil Mining Corp. 34 years, and as a consultant for the mining industry for the past 12 years through his own company, Long Ventures. Mr. Long was unique as a mining engineer and holds many patents in his name for improvements in mining equipment. Honorary pallbearers will be mining industry associates. Funeral Services will be held February 4, 10:00 a.m. at Palo Verde Church of Christ, 651 S. Kolb Rd. The Visitation will be at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, Monday, February 3 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Interment, TMP East Lawn. In lieu of flowers contributions to the Palo Verde Church of Christ Youth Group would be appreciated.
McDOWELL, James E., 85, of Tucson, died February 1, 1997. Father of James, Bernard, David, and Kenneth McDowell;Josephine Frazier, Claudia Shinkel, Carolyn Pompey, Mary Travers, Margaret Talamante; 36 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Brother of Charles, Mark, Ruth Fly, and Clare Stash. Scripture Service at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Wednesday, February 5, at 9:00 a.m. Interment Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N 1st Ave (888-1111), Tuesday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
MOORE, Lois Echols, died February 1, 1997. A true native of the southwest, she was born in Ludders, TX in 1907 and attended school in Lubbock, Texas where she met and married T.E. Moore who died in 1973. She followed her husband’s construction work through Texas, New Mexico and Arizona before settling in Tucson in 1943. She and Tommy leave four daughters, Helen Winski (Jim, deceased), Carol Davenport (Joubert, deceased), Shirley Wilcox (George), and Barbara Roberts (Chuck). She has 14 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Lois was a member of Olana Temple Daughters of the Nile, and Eastern Star. She was an active member of Saguaro Christian Church, 8302 E Broadway, 85710, where a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 5 at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Saguaro Christian Church; or Shriner’s Crippled Children’s Hospital & Burn Center, 450 S Tucson Blvd, 85716.
ALBERT, Renee, 67 of Tucson, passed away on January 29, 1997. She is survived by her husband, Paul; daughters, Linda Karen and son-in-law, Wayne LaChappelle of Healy, AK and Sharon Wendy and son-in-law, Jim Hardiman of Phillips, Maine; her twin sister, Peggy Lesker; and nephews, Dr. Gary Lesker of San Diego, Jeffrey Lesker of Aruba, Michael Lesker of New York, City. Remaining family member of Renee’s is her late sister, Sylvia Saxon; nephew, Marc Saxon of San Diego. Services will be held Sunday, February 2nd 10:00 a.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (one block North Grant.) Interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery. She will forever be in our hearts. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
BEINER, Yvonne Christina Anaya, 21, died January 23, 1997 in Tucson. Survived by husband, John; two sons, Vincent J., Alexander J.; one daughter, Mariah C.; one brother, Mathew A.; one sister, Meghan; parents, Chris and Esther; one grandmother, Carmen. Services for Yvonne were private. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, Tucson, 881-0338.
BLOODWORTH, Ted A., 74, of Tucson, died Thursday, January 30, 1997. He is survived by his sons, Jim (Verna) Bloodworth, Michael (Valarie) Bloodworth; grandchildren, Brian, Amy and Ryan Bloodworth; father, Troupe Bloodworth and sister, Mary Knox. Mr. Bloodworth was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and a charter member of 49er’s Country Club. He was past president of Tucson Home Builders Assoc. Funeral Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, February 3, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Interment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary one-half hour prior to the service. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Arizona Children’s Home, 2700 S. 8th Ave. Tucson, 85713.
