BISHOP, Thomas, 51, of Phoenix, formerly of Tucson, died Monday, September 29, 1997. Survivors are brothers, Bob, Curt and Randy; a son, Tom Jr.; and daughter, Bobbie. Graveside burial to be held October 2, at 3:00 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
EARLE, Lillian F., 92, died peacefully at Tucson General Hospice 25 September, 1997. Preceded by her husband, Hiram and elder son Richard in 1996 and survived by younger son, Douglas. She saw the world with the US Army and retired to Tucson where she has resided for 42 years enjoying her Garden Club friends and the Family Motorcoach Association Traveling Group for many of those years. A Memorial Service will be held at the Orange Grove Mobile Estates Community Center, 3635 W. Mango Drive, Tucson, at 1:00 p.m. on 6 October, 1997. Contact 531-9006.
Dr. Richard H. Gallagher
President Emeritus, early pioneer of the finite element method, and former Dean of Engineering at University of Arizona.
Richard H. Gallagher, 69, a former Dean of the University of Arizona College of Engineering and President Emeritus of Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY, died September 30, 1997 in Tucson of cancer. Dr. Gallagher was an internationally known, much honored expert in engineering mechanics and a pioneer of the finite element method (FEM), a fundamental mathematical technique used throughout the world in the computer simulation of engineering behavior, in areas such as the design of ships, aircraft, buildings and electrical phenomena. His efforts literally paved the way for a billion dollar industry, thousands of careers and millions of lives improved.
After earning his Bachelors and Masters degrees from New York University, he embarked on a 17-year career in industry during which he earned a PhD from SUNY Buffalo in 1967. During this time, he held positions at the Civil Aviation Authority, Texaco and Bell Aerospace, where he served as an assistant chief engineer in a company of 15, 000 people and began research in 1956 which pioneered the origins of FEM.
In 1967, he joined the faculty of Cornell University, where he served as chairman of the structural engineering department in its college of Engineering until 1978. From 1978 through 1984, he was Dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Arizona, and became provost of Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 1984 through 1988. Subsequently, he became president of Clarkson University, where he served until his retirement in 1995.
While at Clarkson, he oversaw a successful development campaign raising $100 million dollars in funding of a student center, an ice hockey arena, and the Center for Advanced Materials Processing (CAMP). In 1996, the University dedicated the Richard H.Gallagher Laboratories Building in his honor, housing over one hundred laboratories. He and his wife, Terry traveled as invited guests to over 76 countries and 6 continents, sharing his expertise in FEM worldwide.
Among the many honors Dr. Gallagher received in his career are the Worcester Warner Reed Medal and ASME Medal from the American Society of Mechanical Engineering, the Congress Medal from the International Association of Computational Mechanics and the Chancellor Furnas Medal from SUNY, Buffalo. The American Society of Engineering Education also awarded him its highest honor, The Lamme Medal, and elected him to his Hall of Fame in 1993. He was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 1983 and became the first North American to be awarded an honorary doctorate from Shanghai University of Technology in 1992, as well as receiving honorary doctorates and fellowships from Clarkson University, the Technical University of Vienna, and the University College of Swansea, Wales. He served as a Fulbright Fellow to Australia in 1973, and was a visiting professor at university in Japan, United Kingdom and India. His professional career is chronicled in the book ”Early FEM Pioneers”, by John Robinson, published in the United Kingdom.
Dr. Gallagher is survived by his wife, Terese; his children, Mary Lee Rodin, Richard S.Gallagher, William J. Gallagher, Dr. Dennis M. Gallagher, John B. Gallagher; and several grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, October 3, 1997 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Tucson, with calling hours from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @Magee.
Shirley E. Hippert, 75, of Tucson, died of Pancreatic Cancer on September 30, 1997. After a life full of love, laughter and experiences, but not quite long enough for those who loved her. Predeceased by her husband, Dr. Gordon Hippert. She is survived by her four children and their families, Tom (Leslee) Hippert, Jamie (Steve) Thrush and grandchildren, Ben and Kristie, Heidi (Gary) Nelson, Marta (Jack) Izo and grandchildren, Jeff and Tim. Shirley was always there in the best and worst of times for her family and friends. Her life was centered on her family, its growth, changes, success and failures. She was a lifetime member of the Patio Garden Club, founding member of A.T.C. and other charities. We are proud of her Irish courage shown in this brief battle with her disease. Exhibiting great strength as always, she is a beacon of perseverance for her family and many friends, who will miss her presence and power. We all wish her a safe and peaceful passage to even greater heights and challenges, with our love and thoughts as wings. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., on Friday, October 3, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Shirley’s name to the American Cancer Society.
HOLCOMBE, Carrolyn Jean, 62, of Tucson, passed away September 28, 1997. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Debbie and son, Jason. She is survived by husband, Edward; mother, Lena Douglas; children, Dewayne (Eartha) Jones, Elton Harris, Nancy Jones, Edward L. (Annmarie) Holcombe Jr., Edwin (Sally) Holcombe; sisters, Peggy Favors, Dorothy Moore, Lena Cusseaux, Frances Williams and JoAnn Gavins; brothers, John Douglas, James Douglas Jr., Joe Douglas and Archie Douglas and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 2 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 210 E. Lester. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
McKASKLE, Gayle C., 80, of Tucson, died Tuesday, September 30, 1997. Survived by husband of 58 years, Dan; children, Darrell of Nashville, TN, Sherleen McKaskle of Tucson, Jim McKaskle of Chino Valley, AZ, Betty Ruble of Bartlesville, OK; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Service 9:00 a.m., Friday, October 3, at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Interment South Lawn Cemetery. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice.
PEREZ, Rudolfo (Rudy) Cuestas, 54, of Tucson, passed away September 25, 1997. Survivors are Evelyn, his girlfriend; and Janet, mother of his children; parents, Ramon T. and Levinia C. Perez; daughter, Jennifer M. Perez; sons, John Christopher, Joseph Andrew, and Joseph Patrick Perez; sister, Rosemary Martinez; brothers, Ramon C. Perez, Ruben C. Perez; six grandchildren. The immediate family held a private service. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Portia Jane Stirnitzke, 65, died September 30, 1997. Wife of Robert Stirnitzke; Mother of Ellen Noble, Lisamarie Stirnitzke, Thomas Stirnitzke and Eric Stirnitzke; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. Mrs. Stirnitzke was a member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Tucson. Funeral Service 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 3, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Burial will be in Desert Vista Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 2nd at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WESLEY, Sharon Elizabeth, 50, of Tucson, died September 29, 1997. Survivors include her children, John Michael (Rhonda) Watts of Texas, Cynthia Campbell, Melissa Wesley, and Michelle Wesley, all of Tucson; grandchildren, John Michael Watts, Jr., Grant Marshall Watts, Dianne and Jeff Campbell; and her dad, John Edwin ”Pete” Watts. A loving mother and daughter, may her soul rest in peace. Memorial Services will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Friday, October 3, 1997 at 5:00 p.m.
BINA, La Donna Tehan, of Tucson, died September 27, 1997. She was born on March 20, 1933, in Madison, Wisconsin. She is survived by loving husband, Mel; daughter, Denise; son, David (Alexa); granddaughter, Catherine; and sister, Lois (Ed) Busby. La Donna lived in Tucson for the past six years, having moved here from Los Altos, CA. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd., at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 1997. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
Ivaline ”Nikki” Combs, 72, lost a hard fought three year battle with cancer on September 23, 1997. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, on September 13, 1997. She is survived by four children; Rick Hammock (Kristen) of Indianapolis, IN, Doug Combs of Montgomery, AL, Nancy Combs of Dayton, OH and Tracy Combs Perez (Anthony) of Tucson; eight grandchildren, Christopher Hammock of Albuquerque, Jennifer Hammock of San Antonio, Nicolas Hammock of Indianapolis, Creighton New Farmer of Montgomery, Cambria Combs of Montgomery, Colbi Combs of Montgomery, T. J. Perez of Tucson, Travis Perez of Tucson; and a sister, V. M. ”Pat” Purdy-Seidler (Art) of Corona, CA. Nikki was born and raised in Salina, KS and after traveling around the country and Puerto Rico, she settled in Southern California, working for a subsidiary of MM Sundt at Vanderberg AFB. She was transferred to Sierra Vista in the mid 60's and eventually Tucson working in Sundt’s headquarters in 1967. Later she spent 10+ years with Dr. James J. Wong, DDS, as his receptionist and bookkeeper. She was very active in the Tucson Civitan Club for more than 12 years. She carried on a life long love affair with her numerous Dachshunds and they traveled with she and John in their many years of motor homing. A Memorial Service will be held in the EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., at 3:00 p.m., on October 4, 1997 with Rev. Tim Coop, Pantano Christian Church officiating. Inurnment of both John and Nikki will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Tucson Medical Center Hospice. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd. (at Speedway).
FENTON, Nannette C., 70, of Tucson, died September 29, 1997. She is survived by daughters, Sydnie and Heather Thornton; son, Glenn Thornton of CA; also survived by grandson, Brando Matthew Eaton of CA, as well as beloved pets, Missy and Casey, and her never ending circle of close friends.Ceremony will be conducted on October 1, 1997 at Southwind Ranch Equine Park at 3:00 p.m. Family suggests contributions to T.R.O.T. and Hospice Family Center, 3443 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
GRUBBS, Carriebelle, 71, died September 27, 1997. Survived by her daughters, Sandra Rascop and Anda Grubbs; grandchildren, Glen Grubbs, Tina Baca and Daniel Lovell. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 1997 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where Funeral Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 3, 1997. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
HARSHBARGER, Margaret D., was born to her loving parents, Albert and Lena DesSaulles of Miami, AZ, on January 7, 1922. She grew up as the fourth and last daughter of a copper mine foreman. During Margaret’s later grade school years, her family settled in Anthony, TX. After graduating from El Paso High School, she attended Texas College of Mines with her beloved sister, Dorothy. In Margaret’s junior year she met and fell in love with her future husband, the esteemed Dr. John William Harshbarger. Margaret gave birth to her first child, Donna Marie, on September 20, 1943. During the war years, she raised her daughter alone while her husband was engaged in the secret Manhattan Project. In December, 1945, her husband, John, was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army and returned to his much adored wife.Deciding to take advantage of the GI Bill, the young family moved to Tucson, AZ where John completed his Masters and Doctoral degrees. Margaret also returned to school. Along with her young daughter, Donna, she had a new addition to the family. Her second child, a son, Raymond Howard, was born November 6, 1948. Margaret managed her home, children and a full load of college course work. She completed her degree in education and passed her certification. The family moved to Holbrook, AZ, where John was employed by the U.S.G.S. During their stay, a third child was born, a daughter, Mary Jane, on November 6, 1953. Two years later the family again moved to Tucson where John continued his distinguished career in earth sciences. With her formidable organizational skills and business acumen, she built the corporate side of her husband’s scientific endeavors. Later during the 1970's she helped her son, Raymond Howard, begin a small steel fabrication business which he further developed into a very successful steel corporation. Also, in the 1970's, she learned how to fly. She passed her pilots exam in 1973 and enjoyed her membership in the Flying 99's, a women’s pilot association. Margaret is survived by her son, Raymond Howard Harshbarger of Tucson, AZ; daughters, Donna Marie Rea of Ann Arbor, MI, Mary Jane Makaio of SanDiego, CA; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Service and interment are private. Memorials may be made to Carondelet Hospice, Attn: Foundation, 1802 W. St. Mary’s Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745-2690. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
HIPPERT, Shirley E., 75, of Tucson, died of Pancreatic Cancer on September 30, 1997. After a life full of love, laughter and experiences, but not quite long enough for those who loved her. Predeceased by her husband, Dr. Gordon Hippert. She is survived by her four children and their families, Tom (Leslee) Hippert, Jamie (Steve) Thrush and grandchildren, Ben and Kristie, Heidi (Gary) Nelson, Marta (Jack) Izo and grandchildren, Jeff and Tim. Shirley was always there in the best and worst of times for her family and friends. Her life was centered on her family, its growth, changes, success and failures. She was a lifetime member of the Patio Garden Club, founding member of A.T.C. and other charities. We are proud of her Irish courage shown in this brief battle with her disease. Exhibiting great strength as always, she is a beacon of perseverance for her family and many friends, who will miss her presence and power. We all wish her a safe and peaceful passage to even greater heights and challenges, with our love and thoughts as wings. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., on Friday, October 3, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Shirley’s name to the American Cancer Society.
KARDEL, Wiliam C. (Bill), age 69, 30 year resident of Tucson, died peacefully September 28, 1997. He is survived by loving wife of 44 years, Joan; and three wonderful children, Barbara Carroll (Bill) of Tucson, Stuart (Carolyn) of Bullhead City, AZ and Scott (Alydia) of Wichita, Kansas. Three grandchildren also survive, Matt and Katie Carroll of Tucson and Sara Kardel of Wichita. Bill retired from Pima Savings in 1991. Memorial donations may be made to the Tohono Chul Park or to your favorite charity. At his request there will be no services. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
