GREEN, Betty L., 68, passed away November 25, 1996 following a long and courageous battle with kidney failure and severe diabetic problems. Betty was well known and respected for her integrity and fairness in the field of Real Estate. There are many young men and women who were in her Cub Scout and Girl Scout troops who are much better person to have been guided and given good values to live by and pattern themselves after. She is survived by her loving husband, Roy E. Green; son, Rodger A. Green of Lincoln, NE; daughters, Debra K. Johnson and Vicki Fisher of Tucson; two loving adopted sons, Ernest Roy Green and Jesse Ray Green, also of Tucson. Also survived by five grandchildren who will also miss her very deeply. Memorial Services will be held December 9, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
GUERRERO, Richard G., died on November 28, 1996. His mother Eva Chavez and his stepfather Victor Chavez invite his family and friends to a Memorial Mass to be held on Monday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of all Saints, 2915 E. 36th St.
JOHNSON, Richard Edward Sr., 65, died December 5, 1996. Husband of Laverne Johnson of Yuma, AZ; father of Richard (Lisa) E. Johnson Jr., of Tucson, Denise (Ernest) Sartorio of Denver, Co, Torrie Prosen and Cheryl (Michael) Rhoades both of Tucson and Valerie Johnson of Yuma; brother of James Johnson of La Grange Park, IL and Gloria Maier of Oak Creek, WI; 11 grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by son, Johnny M. Johnson. He was a life member of D.A.V. and V.F.W. and a veteran of the Korean Conflict/US Army Airborn Division. Funeral service, 9:00 a.m. Monday, December 9 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, with Rev. Timothy Koop officiating. Interment to follow at TMP East Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 1996 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Contributions to the Pima County Special Olympics, 4414 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85712 or the Association For Retarded Citizens would be appreciated.
MITCHELL, Hamilton Barnes 'Ham', of Tucson, AZ and Castine, ME, died suddenly on Wednesday, December 4, 1996. He is survived by wife, Betty; sons, John H. (Margaret) of Scarborough, ME and Thomas W. of Tucson, AZ; brother, Marshall W. (Thetis) of Atlanta, GA and grandchildren, Jeffery H., Linda A., Laura L. and Julie A. He was preceded in death by son, William B. and sister, Jane M. Golly. Hamilton was born August 13, 1916, in La Grange, IL to Gertrude and Herbert Mitchell. He attended Loomis and Dartmouth College. Upon graduation from Dartmouth, he attended the University of Michigan Law School. He joined the Chicago, IL branch of the R.H. Donnelley Company as a sales and management trainee in 1939. He was with the Chicago branch until 1945, when he moved to Pelham, N.Y. and served in the New York office. He progressed to vice president and Eastern Marketing Manager in 1954. He became president of the company in 1961. At that time, he moved back to Chicago until 1962, when R.H. Donnelly became subsidiary of the Dun and Bradstreet Corp. He then moved to Rye, N.Y. and was elected president and CEO of Dun and Bradstreet in 1968. He was named Chairman of the Board in 1972, a position he held until his retirement in 1975. He continued to serve on the board of directors until 1986. He also served on the boards of Union Pacific Railroad, North American Phillips and Irving Trust. In 1964, he received and Honorary Doctorate from Bryant College in Providence, R.I. At the time of his death, he served on the Margaret Chase Smith Library Advisory Board in Skowhegan, ME and was a member of Blind Brook, Apawamis, Tucson National and Castine, ME Golf Clubs. Memorial Services will be held Monday, December 9, 1996 at St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. at 2:00 p.m., with Reverend Roger O. Douglas officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.
RIDDLES, William E. 'Bill' 31, died Wednesday, December 4, 1996 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was a resident of New Mexico but previously resided in Arizona. He was an Electrician for Industrial Construction. He is survived by his son, William E. Riddles, II 'Billy' of Houston, Texas; his parents, O.D. Riddles, Jr. and Betty Joan Riddles; his brother, Trey Riddles; his sister, Tandy Riddles; and a nephew, Joshua Riddles, all of New Mexico. Memorial Services will be held today, Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 1:00 p.m. at The Living Word Chapel, Oracle, Arizona. Arrangements through ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.
SHIELDS, Crispina, 77, beloved mother and sister, passed away December 5, 1996. Survived by children, Frances Gomez, Evelyn (Tom) Teague, Maureen Uribe, Sabino (Yolanda) Hinojos, Jr., Nellie (Tommy) Bejerano, Dolores M. (Frank) Flores and Angel Anthony (Teresa) Hinojos. Also survived by 19 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and three brothers and one sister. Visitation will be Monday, December 9, 1996 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at ARIZONA MORTUARY CHAPEL, 7 E. University Blvd. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, December 10, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 338 W. University Blvd. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
ANDREE, Verlin, 81, of Tucson, died December 3, 1996. Survivors include: her daughter, Suzette (Kirk) Brookshier; son, Skip (Ann) Andree; grandchildren, Gary, Michael, Randy (Tara) Brookshier, Jeff (Tina) Brookshier, Michelle Andree, John Paul Andree; four great-grandchildren, Joe, Scott, Brenden, and April; and one brother, Hisey Harris of Arkansas. Mrs Andree opened up her first beauty shop, Andree’s Beauty Salon, with her husband Vitold, during the 40's in the Broadway Village. Later opening the first beauty shop in the Casas Adobes Shopping Center and one location at Broadway and Longfellow. In her later years, Verlin enjoyed expressing herself through canvas and china painting until arthritis prevented her from doing that which she loved the most. In spite of the pain she experienced, her loving smile and positive attitude will be greatly missed by all of us. Memorial Services will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 1:30 p.m., with Dale Jacobson officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 6464 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, Arizona 85715 in the name of Verlin Andree.
ARRIAGA, Alfredo Roman, 52 years old, died Wednesday, December 4, 1996 in Tucson. Survived by his beloved wife, Luanne Arriaga; and beloved father of four daughters, Hope Bogess, Yvonne Henderson, Mindy (Daryn) LeGrand, Casandra Arriaga; five brothers, Manuel, Ralph, Charlie, Angel and John; three sisters, Romana, Maria, Virginia; one uncle, Matt Arriaga; four grandsons and one granddaughter. Mass for Mr. Arriaga will be held Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Francis Cabrini, 3201 E. Presidio, with burial to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends of Mr. Arriaga may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 6, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway where Rosary will be said at 5:30 p.m.
CAIN, William Lee, 76, died December 5, 1996. Husband of Belia P. Cain of Tucson; brother of Kathyrn Carpenter and Mattie Russell both of MI; numerous nieces and nephews and many friends also survive. Mass will offered 12:00 noon Monday, December 9, 1996 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 1996 at Brings Broadway Chapel and friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 1996 at Brings Broadway Chapel, 6910 E.Broadway. Donations to Lou Gehrig Disease National Foundation, 185 Madison Ave. NY, NY 10016 or Community Hospice, would be appreciated.
COOPER, Lillian M., 89, born in Liverpool, England, November 6, 1907, died in Tucson, Arizona at Harmony House Adult Care Home, December 5, 1996. She is survived by her beloved husband of 67 years, Lloyd of Tucson; daughters, Patricia Gafa of San Diego, CA, Mary of Tucson; sons, Phillip of Redding, CA and Timothy of Pleasant Ridge, Michigan. Lillian is also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Always the optimist, cheerful, with never an unkind word to say, Lillian loved nature, feeding the birds and tending to her yard. Lillian enjoyed her association with Tucson estates art group. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Hope Mausoleum, Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Carondolet Hospice, 1802 W. St. Mary’s Rd, Tucson, AZ 85754. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
DICK, James Robert 'Jim', was born December 21, 1925 in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, and died in his home in Tucson, Arizona on December 4, 1996. For 33 years Jim was a teacher in TUSD, with most of that time spent at Palo Verde High School as head of the Social Studies Department. Jim and his wife, Helen (Robbie) were the catalysts, in Tucson, for Citizen Diplomacy with the Soviet Union. Their unofficial diplomatic ventures into the so-called 'evil empire' brought many visitors from the USSR to Tucson, resulted in Tucson having a Sister City in the former Soviet Union (Alma Ata, Kazakhstan), and ultimately contributed to the collapse of the Iron Curtain. Jim is survived by his wife, Robbie; three sons, Dana, Kirby and Dallas; three daughters-in-law, Rita, Barbara and Jean; six grandchildren; a brother, Don; two sisters, Lucille Franklin and Joyce Johnson; and thousands of students and friends who have been touched by his compassion and love. Jim’s Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 14 at 2:00 p.m., at Saint Francis in the Foothills United Methodist Church, 4625 E. River Road. A party celebrating Jim’s life will follow immediately. An outdoor Performing Arts Center, located at Saint Francis in the Foothills, will serve as a lasting memorial to Jim’s keen interest in The Arts. Memorial offerings should go to Saint Francis in the Foothills.
ENCINAS, Damian S., 71, died December 3, 1996. Father of Damian Encinas Jr., Irma (Richard) Ward, Roland Encinas, Norma (Kent) Cramer and Fred Encinas all of Tucson; brother of Manuel and Ramon Encinas, Eliza Lopez, Carmen Gortarez all of Tucson and Mary Pepple of Yuma; four grandchildren also survive. Mr. Encinas was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa. Rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m. Sunday, December 8 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 9:30 a.m. Monday, December 9 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 300 S. Tucson Blvd. Burial in Holy Hope Cemetery. His death has left a huge void in the lives of all who knew him. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, December 8 at BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
FIMBERS, Michael C., of Tucson, passed away December 4, 1996. Survived by spouse and beloved children. Daughters, Trinia (John) Grijalva and Sandra (Douglas) Martin; sons, Richard and Robert Fimbers. Also survived by many sisters and brothers; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Memorial Service will be offered on Saturday, December 7, 1996 at TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave. at 10:00 a.m. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
GREEN, Betty L., 68, passed away November 25, 1996 following a long and courageous battle with kidney failure and severe diabetic problems. Betty was well known and respected for her integrity and fairness in the field of Real Estate. There are many young men and women who were in her Cub Scout and Girl Scout troops who are much better person to have been guided and given good values to live by and pattern themselves after. She is survived by her loving husband, Roy E. Green; son, Rodger A. Green of Lincoln, NE; daughters, Debra K. Johnson and Vicki Fisher of Tucson; two loving adopted sons, Ernest Roy Green and Jesse Ray Green, also of Tucson. Also survived by five grandchildren who will also miss her very deeply. Memorial Services will be held December 9, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
HARRIS, Isabelle B., of Tucson, died November 24, 1996. Ms. Harris was born in California, Pennsylvania on September 11, 1896, a daughter of James M. and Alice Harris. She was graduated from California Normal School (later California University of Pennsylvania) in 1914 with a teaching degree. She taught in Perryopolis and Newell, Pennsylvania prior to her position as a music and English teacher in Carrick High School, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She furthered her education at many schools, including the University of Munich, Germany, University of Michigan and the University of Pittsburgh where she earned her MA degree. She retired from teaching in 1953 and settled in Tucson, Arizona where she and her life-long friend, C. Gloria Paul, established the Paul-Harris Travel Agency. Ms. Harris retired from this business in the early eighties. She is survived by a brother, James A. Harris of Frankfort, Michigan; a sister, Mildred Conaway of Milton, Florida; and 20 nieces and nephews. She was preceded by her parents; brothers, Joseph and George of California, Pennsylvania and Oliver of Williamsport, Pennsylvania; sisters, Eva Inks of Dawson, Pennsylvania, Margaret McCain and Mary Emelo of California, Pennsylvania. She was a former member of the First Presbyterian Church in California, Pennsylvania and more recently, a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Tucson, Arizona. Ms. Harris was active in musical societies in the Tucson area, such as the Tucson Women’s Symphony Association and donated a pipe organ to the University of Arizona which was dedicated at Holsclaw Recital Hall on October 30, 1994. Ms. Harris was also very active in Hospitality International, now known as Tucson Council for International Visitors, which hosts international visitors, and was their Treasurer for many years. Tucson Council for International Visitors works with the U.S. Information Agency. Memorial Service will be Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2450 E. Fort Lowell Road. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd.
KALAHAR, Thomas 'Tom' 50, of Tucson, passed away December 4, 1996. Survived by wife, Pat Kalahar; daughters, Nichole (Ed) Owen and Crystal Kalahar. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 8, 1996 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. Mr. Kalahar served with the Navy through three Tours of Duty in Vietnam and retired from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department after 21 years of service, he also served as Police officer for the Oro Valley Police Department. In lieu of flowers, donations many be made to Carondelet Hospice. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
KNUTH, Norman F., 77, passed away November 29, 1996. Memorial Services pending. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
LEGAN, Walter Hubert, Jr., passed away December 6, 1994. He is missed so much by every one whose lives he touched. Esteleta, wife of 51 years, only son Glen and wife Judy; grandchildren, Jennifer, Walter, Mark, two brothers Bob and Eldon. You will always be with us, in our hearts and minds forever. You were the greatest Dad, Grandpa and husband. We’ll never forget you. Love you always. Until we all meet again.
MEADOR, Earl 'Gene'73, died December 4, 1996. Survived by his wife, Shirlee; children, James Meador, Dorothy (Terry) Clarke, Cindy Meador, Sheryl Hunt, Coy (Mike) Skinner and Marilee 'Copy' Logan; brother, Lowell Meador; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; favorite niece and nephew, Gloria and Wayne Adams. Preceded in death by his twin sister, Maxine Graham. Earl was a conductor for the Southern Pacific Railroad for 38 years before his retirement. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with American Legion Post #36 officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the memory of Earl 'Gene' Meador to the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Geriatric Unit, 3601 S. 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ 85723, Attn: 135.
PHILLIPS, Walter Dean, 74, died December 4, 1996. Father of Lynn Creegan and Lane Phillips both of ILL; brother of Shirley Carlson of Mesa, AZ; four grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by wife, Betty C. Phillips. He was employed as a machinist at Pima Auto Parts for 10 years, WWII Army Veteran and member of the American Legion Post #100. Memorial Service, 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 9, 1996 at Brings Broadway Chapel, 6910 E. Broadway, with Rev. Howard Higgins officiating. Donations to the U of A Cancer Research Center would be appreciated.
SCHNEIDER, Elliott Lance, 20, died November 30, 1996 in Madison, Wisconsin. A graduate of Sahuaro High School. He was a resident of Madison since June. His parents, Lance and Linda Schneider are long time residents of Tucson. Other survivors are his sister, Crystal Schneider; paternal grandparents, Chester and Evangeline Schneider of Albuquerque, NM; maternal grandparents, Jean Prickett and Richard Heilman of CA; one uncle, aunt and cousin, Wynn and Derlie Schneider and Michelle Morrison, all of Albuquerque, NM. A private memorial service for immediate family will be held Saturday, December 7, 1996 at Christ Community Church. The family request that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Elliott Schneider Memorial Fund of Christ Community Church, 7801 E. Kenyon Dr., Tucson.
SMITH, Betty Watkins, quintessential grandmother, mother, and friend. Born March 10, 1924, died December 4, 1996. Survived by sons, Gus Hiller (Sue) and Luke Hiller (Veronique); daughters, Robin (Tim Fuller) and Kate Hiller; also survived by grandchildren, Max, Mariah and Miquela Hiller, Brie Hiller-Hannan, Sam and Nathaniel Fuller and Eli Hiller Kay. Memorial Mass Saturday, December 7, 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Cabrini, 3201 E. Presidio Road (one block east of Country Club, one block south of Ft. Lowell).
SORCE, Marie J., 72, of Tucson, died December 4, 1996. Mother of Albert W. Sorce of NM, Ann Marie Sorce and Andrea J. Hovden, both of Tucson; two grandchildren, Ross and Gretchen Sorce; sister of Jack O’Hanlon of Tucson and Zella Conrad of Pittsburgh, PA. Funeral Services are private. Arrangements by ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. 888-1111.
TITUS, Roderick A., 84 years old, died December 3, 1996. Survived by his loving wife, Josephine 'Jody'; one brother, Tom M. Titus of Denver, CO; one nephew, Peter Titus of Conifer, CO. Memorial Services, Saturday, December 7, 1996, 1:00 p.m. at Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society.
