MORFORD, Glenn Devere, 84, died on January 17, 1998 in Tucson. He was born in Soldier, KS, June 5, 1913. He is survived by his loving current wife, Ruby; and his children, Carol Exline of Salina, KS, Danny Morford of Leavenworth, KS and Cheryl Musick of Overland Park, KS; step-children, Elton Kilfoyl of CA and Randi Ven Huizen of CA. He was preceded in death by his stepson, Jim Kilfoyl. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and four step great-grandchildren. His wife of 46 years, Margaret, preceded him in death in 1982 and also his sister, Helen Chrisman. Glenn worked for Jordan’s Bakery in Topeka, KS for many years before going to work for American Machine and Foundry Co. as a bakery service engineer. He retired from AMF in 1975 and then started his own bakery consulting business. His hard work and dedication to the job at hand, made his reputation outstanding in the business. He will be missed by his family as well as many business friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dove of Peace Lutheran Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Rd., Tucson, AZ 85704 or to your favorite charity. Services will be held in Tucson, Wednesday, January 21, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Pastor Daniel V. Valasakos of Dove of Peace Lutheran Church will be officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Services will also be held at a later date in Holton, KS at Mercer Funeral Home with burial in Soldier Cemetery, Soldier, KS.
NARDI, Joseph S., 76, died January 18, 1998. Husband of Marie Nardi of Tucson. Father of Kenneth Nardi of Rolling Hills Estates, CA, Joseph J. Nardi of Tucson. Grandfather of Stephanie A. Nardi. Brother of Vito Nardi of Norwood, IL, Yolanda Scannicchio of Westchester, IL, Rose Talano of Glenn Ellyn, IL. Numerous friends also survive. Memorial Mass, 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 22, 1998 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7651 E. Pima. Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Mr. Nardi was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army and a member of VFW. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
NOLAN, Norma ”Kit”, 60 years old, died peacefully on Monday, January 19, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by her husband, William of Tucson; four daughters, Patty Nolan-Goldsmith of Tucson, Kathy Pozda of Springfield, VA, Maribeth Natchez of Clark, NJ, Carri Nolan Chomiak of Morristown, NJ; eight wonderful grandchildren. ”Nana” leaves behind her wealth of beautiful memories and a lot of love. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carondelet Hospice, P.O. Box 13170, Tucson, AZ 85732. Burial and Funeral Mass will be in New Jersey. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
NORDBERG, Helen Duncho, born October 19, 1910, died January 17, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband John Nordberg. She is survived by daughter, Mary Ann Johnson; grandchildren, Eric, Karin and Alex Johnson; nieces, Dolores (John) Adamczyk, Barbara (Mark) Hartman; nephew, John (Cathy) Walko; numerous grandnieces, grandnephews and friends. Born in New Castle, PA, Helen lived over 50 years in Arizona. She devoted her faith filled life to service to family, church and community quietly making a difference in those lives she touched. Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 22, at HUDGEL’S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 1335 N. Swan Rd. Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 23 at St. Cyril Church, 4725 E. Pima followed by interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Cyril School Adopt-a-Student Fund, 4725 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712.
AYERS, Howard T., born September 13, 1920 in Chillicothe, MO, died December 29, 1997 in Mountlake Terrace, WA, at his daughters’ home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Ayers. He had moved from Tucson, AZ in July 1996 to WA to reside with his daughter, Vivian Ayers. Howard moved his family to Tucson from Iowa in 1956. They owned and operated several restaurants, including Howard’s Round-Up, on Benson Highway. Howard and Doris were known for their kindness to others, their love of their dogs and their love of the desert. He is survived by his daughter, Vivian Ayers of 23409 Lakeview Dr. F201 Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043; a brother, Bill Ayers of Scottsdale, AZ; two sister-in-laws; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 24, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. at University Congregational Church, 4515 16th Ave., NE, Seattle, WA. Memorials may be sent to the Church, for Teen Feed, which provides food for Homeless Teens, or a charity of your choice.
SMITH, Spencer M. ”Spen” Born February 9, 1923 in Zanesville, OH, died January 14, 1998. He graduated from Vermont Academy in 1942 and entered Dartmouth College (46), where he became a Delta Kappa Epsilon, serving as president in his senior year. He was a member of Sphinx, Green Key and Palaeopitus. He served on the Inner Fraternity Council and became president in his senior year. Spen played basketball for Dartmouth and was a member of the 1946 Ivy League Championship Team. Served in the United States Navy Airarm, in the Pacific Theater, during WWII. Spen’s entire professional life was in the paper industry where he served as marketing and sales vice-president for three corporations during the course of his career. An excellent sailor, tennis player, hunter and fisherman, Spen belonged to many clubs and organizations in the New York area. He is survived by his wife, Doree; two children and four step-children; three grandsons and four step-grandchildren. His son, Spencer Grant Smith (Dartmouth ’71) resides in Seattle, WA. His daughter Pamela Smith Jackson lives in Tucson. A Memorial Service will be held 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, 1998 at St. Philips in the Hills Episcopal Church, N. Campbell and River Rd. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Vermont Academy, Saxons River, VT 05154. A Memorial Service and Inurnment will take place Friday, January 30, 1998 at Christ’s Church, Rye, NY.
Catharine M. Storek, 65, of Tucson, died January 18, 1998. She is survived by her husband of over 40 years, Ben Storek; daughter, Karen Storek of Tucson; son, Mark Storek of Sarasota, FL; grandchildren, Sean Lange and Tyler Lange both of Tucson, Dillon Storek and Sheena Storek both of Sarasota; sister, Elizabeth Downer Munds of Wilmington, DE; numerous nephews and nieces and their families. She was pre-deceased by her sister, Eve Croswell. In 1954 Mrs. Storek graduated from Sweetbriar College, VA and later with her husband moved for her health to Tucson, where he took a position as a trust and investment officer at the Southern Arizona Bank, predecessor to Wells Fargo Bank. prior to arriving in Tucson she had been employed at Union Theological Seminary in New York and was active in the NY Junior League. After arriving in Tucson in 1958, she was a volunteer at Tucson Medical Center, an active supporter of the local Junior League, Planned Parenthood, and the Republican Party. Mrs. Storek was popular with friends and acquaintances particularly because she was a loving listener. She was a deacon at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. A Memorial Service for friends will be held, Thursday, January 22 at 4:00 p.m., St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, NE corner of Chapala Drive and Paseo Del Norte followed by a celebration of Mrs. Storek’s life at the Storek residence for close friends and coworkers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in the name of Catharine M. Storek to either the American Lung Association, 2819 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson 85716 or YMCA-Lohse Family Center, 60 W. Alameda, Tucson 85701. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
CARMONY, Thelma, 88, of Tucson, died January 15, 1998. Survived by daughter, Charlene Carmony Labb; son, Neil Carmony; and sister, Velma Flowers. The family will have private services. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. at Speedway.
Mercedes ”Mercy” Wood Carrillo, born December 27, 1910 a fifth generation of Tucson passed away January 17, 1998. Preceded in death by Josephine W. Elias, Delia W. Elias, Robert Wood, and Alphonso Wood. Survived by sister, Amalia W. Moreno of San Diego, CA. Also survived by nieces and nephews, Eileen Haga, Michael Wood, David Wood, Roberta Russell, May Carr, Paul Wood, Robert R. Wood, Arthur Elias, Cynthia Elias Durbin, Edna Harper, Mia Moreno, and by many great nieces and nephews. Mrs. Carrillo enjoyed life to the fullest. Although vision impaired in recent years, she continued active involvement with her community and enjoyed holidays and other activities with family. She took up Tai Chi and Yoga and participated in TAB activities. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Tucson Association for the Blind, 3767 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 21, 1998 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel) 204 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. at St. Ambrose Church, 300 S. Tucson Blvd. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
Rudy F. Chavez Sr., 63, of Marana passed away January 16, 1998. Preceded in death by parents, Alberto and Ernestina Chavez, and brother, Alberto Chavez Jr. Survived by wife, Carol C. Chavez; daughters, Sally (Rupert) Vega, Susie (Robert) Villa, and Nancy Chavez; son, Rudy Chavez Jr.; sisters, Ida (Eloy) Pena and Lucilla (Rene) Nunez; brother, Pete(Rachel) Chavez. Also survived by four grandchildren, Jeremy, Andrea, and Joseph Vega, Vanessa Villa and also by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 1998 from 6:00 p.m. 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 Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Margaret’s Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY.
CHUMLEY, Margaret E., 78, of Tucson, died January 16, 1998. Survivors include son, Walt Perkins; sister, Joyce Neuman; brother, Gene Edgar; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Graveside Services will take place in Alice, TX. Local arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd at Speedway.
CLEMENTS, Kathy Susan, June 27, 1949 to January 15, 1998. Survived by her mother, Mary Ann Moore; children, Robert Moore, Lisa Young, Mary Venice Clements, and Eric Clements; brothers, Thomas Moore, Michael Moore, and Richard Moore; 11 grandchildren, Lerisa, Charlotte, Anthony, Janice, Kimberlin, Jonathon, Jessica, Vanessa, Joshua, Erica, and Eric Jr. Kathy is a ten year veteran of the Sheraton El Conquistador. She took upon herself to feed local families in need at Thanksgiving and Christmas time with the help of community donations. She will be dearly missed by all who were loved and touched by her. Viewing Monday, December 19, 1998 at EVERGREEN MORTUARY from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at Santa Catalina Mission, time pending, please call 825-8843 before 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday.
CVIJANOVICH, Jovo (Joe), born in Yugoslavia, October 23, 1910, and passed away January 15, 1998 in Tucson. Immigrated to Jerome, AZ in 1914. The copper mine of Cleopatra Hill was his milieu. He is survived by two sisters, Millie Galovich of Castro Valley, CA, and Mary Mac Donald of Tucson; one brother, Louis Cvijanovich (Martha Sue) of Oxnard, CA; six nieces, Dorothy Galovich, Castro Valley, CA, Charlotte Causey (Ken) of Tucson, Sammie Lou Rothrock (Bob, Todd, Chello Trevor) of Tucson, Leslie Mac Donald of Tokyo, Japan, Sue Ann Cvijanovich, Las Vegas, NV, and Sherri Lou Cvijanovich of Oxnard, CA; six nephews, Samuel Joseph Cvijanovich (Kathryn, Samuel L., Napua) Stefan Cvijanovich both of Oxnard, CA, Stuart Cvijanovich of San Francisco, CA, Stan Cvijanovich (Debbie), and Scott Cvijanovich (Stefan and Samantha) both of Ventura, CA, Stacey Cvijanovich (Michelle and Mikala) of Las Vegas, NV. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 20. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway). Burial will follow at Eastlawn Cemetery. The family requests donations be made to the Salvation Army, 2717 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, 85713 or the Tucson Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired, 3767 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, 85716.
FRAZER, Imogene Colquitt (Gene), died January 15, 1998. She was born in Bonham, TX to Annie Lee and Eugene Colquitt on September 5, 1913. Predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Jim W. Frazer; and daughter, Mary Ann Abosketes. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Genematas (George) and Patricia Burroughs (Robert); six grand children, Nicholas G. (Cynthia), Gene Marie, James, Robert G. (Theresa) Genematas; Robert C. and Christopher Burroughs; five great-grand children, Melissa, Elizabeth, Jamie, and Gene Genematas and Danielle Burroughs; and her brother-in-law, J.V. Frazer of El Paso, TX; and nephews, J.V. Frazer Jr. of NM, and Guy (Peggy) Frazer of El Paso. Having made her home at the Life Care Center for almost four years, she received magnificent care and love from the Esperanza staff. Her family is so grateful to them. Ever devoted to her family and friends, she still found time to be of service to her community through the donation of thousands of hours of volunteer work at St. Joseph and UMC Hospitals. Memorial Service will be held at Chapel Christ the King, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., January 21, 1998. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ”Those Who Care”, 3200 N. Los Altos, Tucson, AZ 85705. ”Nana” leaves behind her wealth of beautiful memories, a lot of laughter, and a lot of love. She was and is ”Our Darling.” Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @Magee.
GIRDNER, Nancy B., 81, died January 17, 1998. Sister of Lorraine Minshall of Sedalia, MO. At her request no services are planned. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
KABELA, Emanuel James ”E.J.”, age 85, a 37 year resident of Arizona, passed away January 15, 1998. Born October 20, 1912 in Cicero, ILL. Mr. Kabela was a member of F.O.E.. He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Ruby; and his step-son, Joseph Upshaw. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Pastor John Grossi of Grant Way Assembly of God officiating. A Visitation will be held one hour prior to Service. Interment will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
NUNNINK, Dorothy T., 92, of Tucson and California, died January 16, 1998. Mother of Mary M. Kotofskie of Tucson, Theodore E. (June) Nunnink of Gilbert, AZ, Dorothy A. (John) Tolar of Dublin, CA, Kathryn G. Nunnink of Tucson; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Sister of Mary A. Sim and Myrtle J. Plato of Elyria, OH. Vigil Service at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Tuesday, at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Wednesday, January 21, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul. Friends may call at Abbey Funeral Chapel, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111). Tuesday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Ruben G. Villasenor ”Sir”, 74, went to be with the Lord, January 16, 1998. He loved his country and served bravely with the 134th AAA Gun Battalion in the European Theatre during WWII. After the war, he earned his BA Degree at Arizona State University and his Master’s in Earth Sciences at the U of A. He taught with the Tanque Verde School District for 25 years and was Principal of Emily Grey Junior High School for several years. He also taught at Wakefield Junior High in the Tucson Unified School District for eight years prior to his retirement in 1987. Mr. Villasenor was preceded in death by his mother, Josefina Majalca and his brothers, David and Oscar VIllasenor. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Blanca; children, Gina (David) Marinez, Victor, Robert (Kathleen), James (Trini), Edmund (Lynne) Villasenor; grandchildren, Adrian Moreno, Esti, Robert, Lisa, Sophia, Briggette Villasenor and David Marinez; great-grandchildren, Marissa de la Torre and Elias Moreno; sister, Connie Oliva; brother, Alfonso Villasenor; sister-in-law, Francis Villasenor and many beloved nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone, with Msgr. Carrillo officiating. Military honors will follow. Donations in Mr. Villasenor’s name may be made tot he American Diabetes Association, 40 N. Swan, Suite #116, Tucson, 85711; or St. Augustine Cathedral Maintenance Fund, 192 S. Stone or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
