AROS, Randolph R., Jr., passed away 23 September, 1997 in Chula Vista, CA. A native Tucsonan, Randy served in the Tucson Police Department, Department of Indian Affairs, U. S. Customs Service and retired as a Drug Enforcement Agent. Survived by wife of 51 1/2 years, Norma; son, Randy III; daughters, Sandra Aros, Corrine Aros, Maureen Sweeney; and four grandchildren, all of Chula Vista, CA; mother, Sophia Aros; sister, Irma Dodson of Tucson; brother, Donald Aros of Houston, TX. Memorial Service will be held Monday, 29 September 1997 at 11:00 a.m. in Chula Vista, CA.
Billy J. Campbell, age 67, of Tucson, died September 22, 1997. Survivors include daughters, Cindy Campbell and Denise Virgil of Tucson; son, Daryl Franklin of Tucson; sisters, Ollie M. Boykin, Betty M. Stephen and Clara L. Hollis, all of Oklahoma City, OK, Lois B. Deline of St. Louis, MO and Doris Younger of Long Beach, CA; brothers, Clarence Campbell of Dallas, TX, Eugene Campbell of Spencer, OK and Bobby Campbell of Bakersfield, CA; 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, three brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, September 25, 1997 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, September 27, 1997, 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Tuzo Hamilton officiating. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, DODGE CHAPEL, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
HARMYCH, Steve, 76, died September 22, 1997. Husband of Joan Harmych; father of Mary Walker, both of Tucson; brother of Anne (Al) Skapin of Lorain, OH; numerous nieces, nephews; one grandniece and one grandnephew also survive. Mr. Harmych was a member of Graphic Communication Union Local #404 and served during World War II in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 26, 1997 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Burial will be in Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Donations may be made in Mr. Harmych’s memory to your choice of area Hospice’s. Friends may call from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 25th at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MORGAN, Richard Allen, Jr., 30, died September 22, 1997. Father of Calvin Morgan; son of Carol Tilton and Richard Morgan; stepson of Larry Tilton; brother of David Morgan; half-brother of Michael Morgan, Dan Morgan and Susan Tilton; grandson of Helen Baur and Alberta Morgan; his loving companion, Leslie Anderson and daughter, Lacie also survive. Memorial Service, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 1997 at Christ Church United Methodist, 655 N. Craycroft Road. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Ramon M. Trejo, Born September 7, 1911, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 1997. Preceded in death by his wife, Angelita Leon Trejo; parents, Gabriel and Rosario Trejo. Survived by daughter, Betty T. Moreno; son, Ray (Theresa) Trejo; grandsons, Anthony Moreno, Michael and John Trejo; and sister, Josephina T. McCormick. Ramon served his country in World War II. After returning he worked for Laos Transit Center, he also drove a bus for preschoolers and bussed workers to Magma Mine. He enjoyed to do all kinds of work. He leaves many other relatives and friends. We will miss him, he was a good and kind man and a loving father and tata. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 26, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park. Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity.
VALENCIA, Frank Y., 88, of Tucson, died September 23, 1997. For service information call VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
BIR, Mary Ruth Beaucond, 70 years of age, of New Albany, died Wednesday at Floyd Memorial Hospital & Health Services. She was the widow of James Bir, a native of New Albany, and a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. There are no immediate survivors. Visitation will be at Kraft Funeral Service, Spring St., New Albany, IN from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Saturday. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church with private entombment to follow in Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park in New Albany. Expressions of Sympathy to: Floyd County Humane Society. Arrangements by Kraft Funeral Service, (812)945-6321.
Helen M. Bauer, 81, died September 23, 1997. Born Helen Habig, May 8, 1916 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Phillip E. Bauer. Survived by daughters, Judith (Julio) Bernal and Lucinda Bauer; grandmother of Joaquin, Luciano, Emiliano and Celina Bernal, and Anna and Sara Green; sister of Charles Habig, Louise Sullivan, Marie Atkinson and Mille Annee; sister-in-law of Robert (Jean) Bauer and Francis Hendricks. married almost 60 years to the love of her life, Phillip. Helen passed away in peace, at her home attended by her daughters, grandchildren and her much loved son-in-law, Julio. Mother, Nana, wise woman, and old soul, you are loved and missed. Helen and Phillip lived life as two soulmates, playing music in big bands, flying across country in their plane, raising children, and enjoying their home. You will never leave our hearts. Mass will be offered at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 1997 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Road. Burial will be in Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 26th at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MILLNITZ, Martin A., 92 years old, died Saturday, September 20, 1997 in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Sybil Millnitz of Tucson; two brothers, Gilbert Millnitz of Plainview, Nebraska, Frederick Millnitz of Tucson, AZ; sister, Irene Ferguson of Omaha, Nebraska. Memorial Services for Mr. Millnitz will be held on Sunday, September 28, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 S. University. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
Evelyn L. Wong, 74, formerly of Marana, passed away September 23, 1997 in Tucson. Survived by son, Gary James Wong; daughter, Debbie N. Wong-Baird and son-in-law, John C. Baird, Jr., all of Tucson; brother, Donald Lim of San Jose, CA; sister-in-law, Mona Wong of Marana; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband, James K. Wong. They were long time cotton farmers in Marana. Service Sunday 2:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Friends may call one hour prior to service time. Interment to follow Evergreen Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
LACKEY, Betty K., age 70, died September 20, 1997. Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Earl; daughters, Kathleen Lackey and Jan Kofos; her beloved grandson, Michael Kenney; and countless relatives and friends. She was a long-time Avon representative, active in her church and neighborhood. Services at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway Blvd, at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 1997. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Body of Christ Lutheran Church Building Fund, c/o 4020 S. Snapdragon, Tucson, AZ 85730. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
Lt. Col. Charlotte R. Rodeman ANC (RET), age 84, of Tucson, passed away September 19, 1997. She was a retired Lt. Col. in the Army Nurse Corps. She received her Masters degree from Columbia University where she wrote the original handbook on psychiatric nursing in the Army. She served in WWII in SE Asia and in Germany. After the war, she worked in various Ohio State psychiatric hospitals. She was a past president of St. Frances Cabrini Guild. She was also a past president of the Catholic Women’s Service League at Brook Army Hospital in San Antonio, TX, where she facilitated overseas adoptions for Army personnel. She was a member of theWomen Overseas Service League. She had worked for 10 years as a volunteer for St. Elizabeth’s of the Hungary Clinic. She has generously contributed to many charities. She is survived by her sister, Ruth M. Offret of Tucson; and brother, William Rodeman of Tallmadge, OH. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Thursday, September 25, 1997 between the hours of 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and/or 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with a Scripture Service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church, Friday, September 26, 1997 at 12:00 noon with Msgr. Robert Fuller officiating. A Cryptside service will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial Donations may be made to St. Elizabeth of the Hungary Clinic, 140 W. Speedway Blvd., 85705. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel,
SANDIKE, Charles P. ”Pat” 67, of Tucson, died September 22, 1997. Survived by wife, Barbara W. Sandike of Tucson; children, Steven R. Sandike of Newburgh, NY, Charles W. Sandike of New Windsor, NY and Karen Marie Aiken of Richmond, VA; stepchildren, Jemey Winters of Clearwater, FL and Richard A. Winters of Tucson, AZ; brother, Joseph Sandike of NY; and sister, Jessie Eichler of NY. Private Service arranged by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
SHLAUDEMAN, John Eric, 63, died September 19, 1997. Husband of Ann Shlaudeman of Tucson; father of Karen (Philip) Marchello of Belvidere, New Jersey and Karl F. Shlaudeman of Billings, Montana; brother of Mrs. William Stringfellow of Rolling Hills, California and Michael Shlaudeman of Pasadena, California; two grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shlaudeman of Casey Key, Florida. Mr. Shlaudeman was born in Evanston, Illinois on February 4, 1934. On February 9, 1965, he married Ann Meredith Helms in Pasadena, California. Mr. and Mrs. Shlaudeman had two children while they resided in Pasadena. In May of 1969 they moved to Fort Smith, Arkansas where, after one year, they moved to Tucson, Arizona, where they lived until 1980. In 1980 they moved to Willcox, Arizona where they reared their two children, Karen and Karl. In December of 1995, they returned to Tucson where Mr. Shlaudeman overcame many health problems that were associated with his paralysis, and he won a tremendous battle with cancer in 1996. Mr. Shlaudeman was a loving husband and father who will be greatly missed, but his family will be ever thankful for the time they had with him. Graveside service 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 27, 1997 at TMP East Lawn. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Chalcedon, P.O. Box 158, Vallecito, California 95251, or Pantano Baptist Church, 225 S. Pantano Road, Tucson, Arizona 85710. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 27th, at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
BEESON, James Gregory, 84, of Tucson, AZ, died September 20, 1997. Survived by loving wife, Beulah Beeson; sons, Kirke Guild and Glenn Guild; sister, Zola Chezem; nephew, Ken Knowland; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Affiliations; VFW, Post #10254 Three Points. Services 11:00 a.m. September 25, 1997 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, with Rev. David Taylor of Free Will Baptist Church. Visitation 9:30 a.m. September 25, 1997. Interment at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 South Park Ave., following service. Friends may call Kirke Guild, 298-5672.
CORTNER, Joy Cloud, 73, born February 5, 1924 in Tucson, Arizona, died in her sleep this Thursday evening, September 18, 1997 in Moss Beach, California, with her daughter, Lisa Joy Francis in attendance. Having long-suffered from lung disease, she had recently moved for her health to an auxiliary home on the sea coast near her daughter who is a health care worker. She was preceded in death by her son, Wilson Weaver ”Buddy” Waggoner. She is survived by her husband, Dr. John Wright Cortner of Tucson, AZ; her two daughters, Deborah Cloud Waggoner of Albuquerque, NM; and Lisa Joy Francis; her granddaughter, Melissa Francis of Concord, CA; and her stepdaughters, Sandra Cortner Payne and Kathleen Cortner, and Kathleen’s son, John Cortner. Joy Cortner was born Thelma Joy Cloud to Russell E. and Eva Cloud at the Old Stork’s Nest in downtown Tucson. Before she was born, her parents had moved from Oklahoma to Tucson after her father had contracted Tuberculosis. Her mother worked at the Pima County Courthouse and her father was first a trolley car conductor, then real estate broker, homesteading several hundred acres along the Catalina Mountains. Joy Cloud was a popular and well-loved girl, graduating from Tucson High School, having been an honor student and both Rodeo and Homecoming Queens. She attended the U of A as an Alpha Phi. Her mother, she, and her first husband built and operated the Saddleback Guest Ranch, located on their land near Sabino High School and the Raven Golf Course, north of Cloud Rd., named for her father. She lived her entire life in Tucson, the last 35 years with her husband, Dr. Wright Cortner. There will be a Sunrise Service on Thursday, September 25, 1997 and a Memorial for all friends of Joy and Wright at noon at the Tucson Country Club. Donations can be made to the Nature Conservancy or your favorite charity.
CUTRER, Wilma Gladys Wainwright, born February 8, 1908, Boliver, LA, died September 20, 1997, Tucson, AZ. She is survived by daughters, Mrs. Thelma Ezell, Mrs. Buddy (Bonnie) Fowler, Mrs. Keith (Audrey) Merchant, all of Tucson; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, four sisters; nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cutrer was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Cutrer; daughter, Hazel Cutrer; parents, Fred and Ada Wainwright. Funeral Services will be on Thursday, at 11:00 a.m., September 25, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Friends may call one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus.
MEYER, Lisa Mali, 81, of Oro Valley, died September 20, 1997. Survived by daughter, Vera Shury of Oro Valley; granddaughter, Lisa Shury-Carter of Boulder, CO; sister, Sonja Stege of Germany; and cousin, Sigrid Brosseau of Saddlebrook. Preceded in death by husband, Nick; son, Edgar Voigt and grandson, Donald Paul Shury. Ms. Meyer’s interests included classical music, classical poetry and was involved in the Sun City Singles Group, Swedish Embroidery and Bridge. She regularly exercised at the Fitness Center. Memorial Services Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. at Oro Valley United Church of Christ. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tucson Women and Children’s Center, American Lung Association to Prevent Teenage Smoking or the Oasis Center at the U of A. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
MOLINA, Christine A., 10, of Tucson, passed away September 20, 1997. Survived by parents, Antonio and Yolanda Pena; grandparents; Francisco and Reyna Pina, Bobby Molina; brothers, Armando and Mario. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 1997 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.(North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday at Holy Family Church, 338 W. University Blvd., at 12:00 noon. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Christine was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
NICOLOSI, Frances R., 65, died September 20, 1997. Sister of Louis Nicolosi of Tucson. She was a member of Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 26, 1997 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Road, with Msgr Thomas Cahalane officiating. Burial will be in Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 25 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
