Reba Ethel Douglass Grubb, 81, died at her home in Tucson on July 27, 1997. Mrs. Grubb was born in Morgantown, KY on March 30, 1916 to Ona and Ethel Douglass. She came to Tucson from Welch, WV in 1960. She always had a passion for history and it showed not only in her vocation, but also in her home where she had wonderful collections of antique books and porcelain dolls. She had published numerous articles and books to include a history of Tucson Medical Center. Mrs. Grubb was also a member of numerous organizations to include the National League of American Pen Women where she had been past president. She also participated in the United Methodist Church Workers, the Clan Douglas Society of North American, the Society of the Antiquaries-Scotland, the Arizona State Historical Society, the American State and Local History Association and the American Medical Writer’s Association. Reba was also very active in the Methodist Church both back in West Virginia and here. She was always known as simply 'Grandma' to all who knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed by those she leaves behind. She is survived by her sons, Douglas 'Andy' Grubb of Glendale, AZ, Robert Grubb of Idaho Falls, ID; her sisters, Marie Wood of Phoenix, AZ and Florence Tritt of Pensacola, FL; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Reba was predeceased by her husband, Frank of 56 years and a daughter, Pamela Mayhall. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. from the Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway, Tucson. Donations may be made in Mrs. Grubb’s name to the Pima Co. Medical Society Foundation, Historical Committee, 5199 E. Fairness Dr., Tucson, AZ 85712. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, DODGE CHAPEL.
JACOBS, E. A. 'Lee', 93, of Tucson, passed away July 25, 1997. Survived by daughter, Mary Lee (Joel) Valdez; sons, Walter (Lilia), Lionel (Stella), Ben (Mary Ann) Jacobs; sisters, Eva Arriaga, Elvira Amado, Isola Martinez, Leticia Fuentes; brothers, Alfonso and Benjamin Jacobs. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 1997 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at St.Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Mr. Jacobs was a member of the pioneer Jacobs and Carrillo families. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the St. Augustine Cathedral Maintenance fund. Pallbearers: Lionel Jr., Walter Jr., Brian, Michael Jacobs, David Valdez, David Contreras. Honorary Pallbearers: Rudy Elias, Henry Fuentes, A.C. Loustaunau, Michael George Jacobs. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY INC.
JOHNSON, Billy Wayne, passed away on July 23, 1997. He was born in Muskogee, OK on December 26, 1922. married Marion Virginia Longacre on September 3, 1945.Father of Kenneth, Dennis (Ingrid), Glenn (Selina Dearing), Martha Elaine, Beth (Edward Donahue), Steven and Michael (Ann Christiansen). Grandfather of Byron, Neil, Deven, Kyle, Ryan, Christopher and Maren Johnson. He is also survived by five brothers and three sisters. Billy spent most of his life in the military, starting as a private in the Army Air Corp in WWII and retiring in 1964 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base as a Major. He was Chief Administrator of Bien Hua, Vietnam until the capture of Saigon by the Viet Cong. He was a member of VFW Post 4903, the American Legion Post 36, and a past member of the board of Directors of the Tucson Boys Chorus. Bill served as team chief with the DMAFB Search and Rescue Team and helped with the Pima County Sheriff Dept. team that searched for the three Tucson Boy Scouts lost in the Santa Rita Mountains during the November 1958 snowstorm. He led the search team that recovered the remains of a crashed plane of 'Flying Tiger' Lt. General Claire Lee Chennault from the Gila Wilderness in New Mexico which are now located in the U.S. Air Force Museum. Bill enjoyed serving annually as a official for the PGA and LPGA Golf Tournaments at Randolph and Star Pass Golf Courses and playing on the DMAFB Golf Team. Remembrances may be made to the American Indian Scholarship Fund at the University of Arizona (621-7989). A Memorial Service will be held at the Davis Monthan Chapel on Saturday, August 2, 1997, 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
MCHOLLAND, Maude L., came to us August 6, 1904. She lived for the Lord over 80 years–now she lives with Him forever. Waiting to join her are her daughters, Anna Mae Brown, Nina Irwin, also 38 grandchildren. A regular church service will be held Wednesday, July 30, 1997, 10:00 a.m. at Cactus Community Church of the Nazarene, 3999 S. Mission Road. An offering for the Church Children’s Camp will be taken in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
Glen Nelson, Born August 6, 1914, died July 25, 1997. His survivors are a loving wife of 55 years, Elsie Marie; daughter, Brenda Rae; son, David Glen (Tanyha); three grandsons, Mano Ortega (Maria), Angel Ortega (Rachel), Chris Ortega; three great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter, all of Tucson; brother, Albert Edward of Taylor Ridge, IL; plus many extended family members. Glen was a self-employed craftsman. His quality workmanship, skillful knowledge and patient approach has provided the Tucson area with a custom individualized service for 45 years. A veteran of WWII and a 25 year member of Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church. His talents and service along with his loving nature and personal integrity will be missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Thursday, July 31, 1997 at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor John Kuske officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans or Casa De Los Ninos.
AKEY, Elizabeth J., 73, passed away peacefully with her family present, July 24, 1997. Mother of Jerry (Sheri) Akey of Tucson; sister of Robert N. (Margie) White of Pine Top, AZ; grandmother of Kimberly and William Akey, both of Tucson; nephews, Ron White of Yuma, AZ and Randy White of Show Low, AZ and great-nephew, Matthew White of Yuma, also survive. Elizabeth was a WWII veteran of the U.S. Army. Member of American Legion #0007, Clarksville, TN. She was an accomplished genealogist for many years of her life. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 2, 1997 at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 9252 E. 22nd St., with Rev. Fred Wood officiating. Donations to Day at a Time Club, Inc., P.O. Box 1049, Ft.Defiance, AZ 86504 or National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institute, P.O. Box 96836, Washington, D.C. 20090-6836, in memory of Elizabeth J. Akey would be appreciated. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
CARR, James A., 84, of Tucson, passed away July 25, 1997. Survived by wife, Evelyn; daughter, Shannon (Don) Zetich, of Phoenix; Miya McVicker; brothers, Brownell Carr, of NH, Willard Carr, Jr., of CA; sister, Patricia Bowie, of OR; grandchildren, Rey, James, Lisa, Donald and Stephen; and 11 great-grandchildren. Mr. Carr was a longtime Tucson resident (50 years) and worked at Hughes Aircraft and for the Pima County Assessors Office. Memorial Service, 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
DE PINO, Lawrence, 74, of Tucson, AZ died July 24, 1997. Survivors included sisters, Mary Hauser of Tucson and Jean Hood of Glenallen, IL; brother, Adolph Hauser of Tucson. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at Holy Hope Cemetery Mausoleum July 30, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Holy Hope Mausoleum. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
DRURY, Lawrence V., 'Larry', 71, of Tucson, died July 26, 1997. Survivors include his loving wife of 27 years, Kathleen; five children, Scott Drury, Victoria Watje, Lawrence V. Drury III, Steven Drury, and Todd (Alyda) Drury; four step-children, 14 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two brothers, Paul (Anne) Drury of Annapolis, MD, William (Judy) Drury of Greenville, SC; plus many other family members and friends. After serving his country with the U.S. Navy during WWII, Larry graduated from Temple University. He was a long time member of the Catalina Rotary Club and a well-respected businessman of the Tucson Community for the past 18 years. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Wednesday, July 30, 1997, at 5:30 p.m. with Rev. Larry Swartz officiating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
GRUBB, Reba Ethel, died July 27, 1997 at home in Tucson, AZ. She was born March 30, 1916 in Morgantown, KY to Ona and Ethel Douglass, and she moved to Tucson from Welch, WV in 1960. She is survived by her sisters; Marie Wood of Phoenix, AZ and Florence Tritt of Pensacola, FL; and her sons, Douglas Grubb and Glendale, AZ and Robert Grubb of Idaho Falls, ID; as well as eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband of 56 years, Frank Grubb and her daughter, Pamela Nayhall. An historian by nature and vocation, she published numerous articles and books including a two volume history of the Tucson Medical Center. Reba was a natural leader, public speaker and consultant. Some of her many organizational memberships include the National League of American Pen Women (former President of the Tucson branch), the United Methodist Church Workers, the Clan Douglas Society of North American (published the newsletter Dubh Glase, for many years), the Society of the Antiquaries-Scotland, the Arizona State Historical Society, the American State and Local History Association, and the American Medical Writer’s Association. Reba was also an active part of the United Methodist Church both in Tucson and in Welch, WV. Her love of history and her passion for education were reflected best in her home. She was a tireless collector of antique books and dolls of all varieties. She won recognition for the beautiful porcelain dolls she taught herself to make. But Reba was best at “collecting' people. She was simply 'Grandma' to nearly all who knew her with a ready hug and smile She was loved very much by so very many, and she will be greatly missed. In lieu of lowers, donations to Pima County Medical Society, 5199 E. Farness Dr. Tucson, AZ 85712.Services will be held at Catalina Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, 1997. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
KOONCE, Susanne, 67, of Tucson, died July 23, 1997. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, Monday, July 28, 1997, from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. Funeral Services will be at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, Monday, July 28, 1997. Burial will be at a later date at Cave Creek National Cemetery. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
MARUM, Marie Julia, 89, of Tucson, died July 25, 1997. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Andrew; sons, James and William; daughter-in-law, Michele; grandchildren, Shawna, Gillian, Stephanie and Becket; sister, Margaret Hoyt; sisters-in-law, Catherine, Bernadette and Ann Marum and Louise Dolg; numerous nieces and nephews. Marie was born in Adona, AK, February 8, 1908, moved to Tucson in 1938, married Andrew March 8, 1941. She lived her life to the fullest up to her last day. Active member of St. Cyril’s Parish since its founding, numerous Catholic charities, Engineering Auxiliaries and her large extended family. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, July 28, 1997 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass Services will be at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. with Father Bill Dougherty officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Cyril’s School or Merilac Lodge. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
OLSSON, Elizabeth (Betty), 71, of Tucson, peacefully joined her friend Jesus in Heaven, July 25, 1997. Born February 16, 1926, in Traverse City, MI, she has resided in Tucson for the past 24 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, William A. and Mildred P. Bovee; her brothers, William, Lloyd; and her sister, Laverne. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Otto, whom she met in Tucson 50 years ago. Her sons, John, David, Eric; daughter, Karen Strong; her grandchildren, Michael, Stephen, Robert Strong, Amy, Linnea, Daniel Olsson, and Marika Giers; and her brother, Tom Bovee. Beloved wife, mother, and friend, Betty took great pleasure in her many friendships and in the enjoyment of God’s creatures and plants, as well as the worship activities at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church. Visitation will be at BRING FUNERAL HOME, Broadway Chapel, 6910 E. Broadway, July 29, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Services will be on July 30, at 10:00 a.m., at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church, 8625 E. Tanque Verde Rd., with interment to follow at East Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, Tucson Medical Center Hospice or the Tanque Verde Lutheran Church, in memory of Elizabeth Olsson would be appreciated.
PETRICK, William, Jr., 65, died July 25, 1997. Husband of Sylvia Petrick of Tucson; father of William R. Petrick, Pamela Ray Decker and Raymond K. Petrick, all of Tucson; brother of Kenneth Petrick and Barbara Colburn, both of Tucson; grandsons, Michael and Joseph Petrick, both of Tucson also survive. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 29, 1997, at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd, with Father Charles Knapp officiating. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Scripture Service 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, and friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Contributions to the American Heart Association, 5325 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712 or Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716, would be appreciated.
BEJARANO, Lazaro Jr., 58, from Marana, passed away July 23, 1997. Preceded in death by parents, Lazaro and Efigenia and brother, Eduardo. Survived by wife, Amelia 'Mellie'; son, Edward; daughter, Ronny; sisters, Lupe (Oscar) Garcia, Mary (George) Borboa and Inez (Lalin) Garza and many other relatives. B.J. was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He retired from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department after 25 years of service. For the last five years, B.J. worked as a Bailiff for Superior Court. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 27, 1997 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel), 240 South Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Monday, July 28, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 South Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
BROWN, Lillie Mae, 81, of Tucson, died July 20, 1997. She is survived by her son, Aaron L. Brown; sisters, Goldie and Annie. I love you, Mom. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
Rachel Marie Capanna, Age 18, died tragically July 23, 1997. She is survived by her loving parents and family, Stephen and Mimi Barnard, John and Mary Morrison, Carl and Jill Capanna; her brothers, Christopher, Jean’Paul, Matthew and sisters, Stephanie, Lisa and Nicole; grandparents, Gloria and Tony Capanna, Ernest and Dorothy Lucas, Crawley and Mary Parris; her aunts and uncles including Jim and Kathy Morales, Mike Barnard and Kathy Barnard, Amy Morales; all of her cousins including Valerie and Jennifer Morales and Dominic Capanna and all of her wonderful friends. Rachel was a graduate of Immaculate Heart High School and was enrolled at Pima Community College. She asked for so little and gave so much, our prayers, blessings and love will always be with her. Visitation Sunday, July 27 at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 28 at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 2131 W. Ina Rd. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Edna Bik Wan Lew, of Chandler, AZ, died July 24, 1997. Born September 26, 1929 in Canton, China she came to Tucson in 1946 as a 'War Bride' of Foong Sheung Lew. Survived by sons, Louis (Dorothy) Lew of Tucson, Don (Betsy) Lew of San Jose, Hanly Lew of Tucson, Phillip (Pat) Lew of Phoenix and Tony (Marty) Lew of Chicago; daughter, Barbara (Peter) Ngai of Chandler; grandchildren, Thomas, Brian, Donald, Jennifer, Kenneth, Kathryn, Samuel, Christopher, Timothy, Bethany and Joshua; brothers, Wu Ching Po and Wing K. Ng of New York. Service, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Rev. David Chan officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N.Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
MAKI, Leonard K., 82 years old, of Tucson, formerly of Duluth, MN, passed away on July 22, 1997 in Tucson. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Gloria; sons, Ron, Gary, Tony and Tom; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Retired from US Steele in Duluth, MN in 1980. Memorial Services will be held in Minneapolis. In lieu of flowers donations made to the charity of your choice in honor of Leonard K. Maki.
