Minnie Mishkind, born May 2, 1908, wife of the late David Mishkind, passed away peacefully March 3, 1998 at the age of 89, in Tucson. She is survived by her son, Ira (Hedy) Mishkind, of Beverly Hills, CA; her two daughters, Linda (Dave) Schiesel of Tucson, AZ and Ginger (Tom) Mosier of Bisbee, AZ. She is survived by eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Minnie was born in New York City, NY. She graduated from Hunter College, and was a legal secretary for the District Attorney of the state of New York who ran for President in 1948. Minnie and her family moved to Tucson in 1943, where her husband established a CPA and Estate Planning Practice.
Minnie was a past president and active member of the Pioneer Women's Organization. Minnie and her husband, David were very active in the City of Hope. Minnie worked full time as a private secretary for a Beverly Hills developer until she was 80 years old.
Minnie was very devoted to her family. She was a wonderful homemaker and an excellent cook. She was a very humanitarian person. She will be greatly missed and always lovingly remembered. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Minnie, to the City of Hope. Services will be Thursday, March 5, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
ROSEN, Robert J., age 73, passed away February 22, 1998. He is a retired Firefighter and 21 year resident of Tucson and is survived by his wife, Wanda M. Rosen; three children and three grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 1998 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 1950 W. Irvington Place and a Memorial Service 1:00 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 1998 at the Elk's Lodge #385, River and Campbell Roads. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
SHIPMAN, Mildred Rudean, 74, died March 3, 1998. Mother of Vonda (David) Bostick of Tucson; sister of Floy Sherrill of Jefferson, TX, Hazel Sartin of Prescott, AZ, Henry Moser of Bakersfield, CA and Monty Moser of Santa Maria, CA. Funeral Service, 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Burial to be in Batesville, Arkansas. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mildred Shipman's memory may be made to First Freewill Baptist Church, 1101 Brooks St. Batesville, Arkansas 72501.
SMITH, Erlinda Cecilia Villa ”Smitty” 86, of Tucson, passed away February 21, 1998. Born April 10, 1912 in Mexico City, the daughter of Atalno Villa and Josefa Cisneros. Preceded in death by husband, Thomas Lawrence Smith and grandson, William Joseph Smith. Survivors include her sister, Felicia Villa Plessman of CA; sons, Ronald Kerr Smith of Santa Ana, CA and Robert Thomas Smith of Tucson; daughter, Sylvia Cecilia Smith of Tucson; her beloved grandchildren, Gordon Durham, Yvonne Mayberry, Tamra McKay, Randall Durham, Roxann Hazen, Felicia Smith, Robert John Smith, Bobbie Lynn Dougal and Angela Smith and 23 great-grandchildren. Erlinda moved to the Bisbee/Warren, AZ area with her family as a child. During the 1920's both her parents perished in a smallpox epidemic. Along with her two sisters, she was brought to Tucson and placed in the orphanage run by the Order of St. Joseph, then located on old Orphanage Road. Because Erlinda was such a giving person, she was sent to the St. Mary's School of Nursing. Graduating in 1932, she worked at the hospital for over 30 years as a registered nurse. Besides her nursing duties, Erlinda was fondly known as ”Smitty”, by her co-workers in labor/delivery and orthopedics and many others in the medical field. Donations may be made in her name to the School of Nursing at the University of Arizona or Pima Community College. Private services were held and burial followed at Holy Hope Cemetery. ”Grandma, you will be missed!”
STEELE, Harry Max Jr., 76, died March 2. Born May 16, 1921, in Parsons, KS, he is survived by his wife of 55 years, Margaret; daughter Carol Buss and her sons Brian and Paul; and son John. A graduate of California Institute of Technology and a Darned Good Engineer, he held a variety of technical, engineering, and management positions at Guggenheim Aeronautical Laboratory, Hughes Aircraft Co., American Electronics, Ai Research Manufacturing Co., Clary Dynamics Corp., and Rocket Power. A U.S. Navy veteran and holder of several patents, Mr. Steele founded American Gyro Co., Whirlajet, Inc., Tylan Corp., and Arizona Instrument Co. He was proudest of his pioneering work on the Hughes Flying Boat and at Cal Tech wind tunnel. Upon retiring from Hughes he took flying lessons and built his own airplane. Harry will be remembered by his legion of friends for his ever-present smile, springy gait, and keen wit.
Memorial services will be held Monday, March 9, 10:00am, at Grace St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams. In lieu of flowers, family suggests gifts to Hospice Family Care, 3443 E.Ft. Lowell, 85716.
Dorothy A. Stevens, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend and role model to many, passed away on March 2, 1998.Dorothy was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on November 22, 1918. She resided in Illinois, Indiana, Green Valley, and most recently the Spring House in Tucson.Dorothy was a retired payroll supervisor for the Anamax Mining Company and had been proudly affiliated with many Republican Woman's Associations. Dorothy is survived by two daughters, Jane A. Walker (Ron) and Dorothy A. Curzon (Bob); two sons, Richard W. Stevens (Sue) and Carlos T. Stevens (Jane); nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many friends and extended family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. There will be a Visitation for Dorothy on Wednesday, March 4, 1998, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, and Funeral Service will be Thursday, March 5, at 9:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or you could just vote for a Republican in the next election.
STONE, Mari P., 77, of Tucson, passed away February 22, 1998. Mari was born in Suffield, CT on November 6, 1920 and moved to Tucson in 1956. She is survived by her daughter, Maridee Stone; grandchildren, Rocky and Stacey Parkerton; and two sisters, Sally Washburn of Connecticut and Lucile Archibald of Florida. Mari will be missed by her family and friends who are invited to gather for a Memorial Service on Saturday, March 7, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at the WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, Tucson. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial contributions to be made to the charity of choice.
THORESEN, Dale W., 77, of Tucson, passed away February 26, 1998. A resident of Tucson since 1972. He is survived by son, Steven Thoresen; granddaughter, Linnea Thoresen, both of Minnetonka, MN; sister, Janice Thoresen of Detroit, MI; brother, Leroy Thoresen of Minneapolis, MN. He was preceded in death by wife, Elizabeth in 1987. At his request, no services are planned. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan.
TIEDEMANN, Jack R., 75, passed away peacefully on February 27, 1998 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Silver Creek, NY on August 28, 1922. The son of Christian H. and Alice Baker Tiedemann. The family moved to Evans Center, NY where the Tiedemann's operated a lumber business. Jack attended Hurst's Business School in Buffalo, NY before enlisting in the service during WWII. He served in the Army Airways Communications Squadron, Great Falls, Montana, Alaska and the Pentagon, Washington, DC. Back in Western, NY, he was active in business ventures before joining Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. as an agent and staff manger. During that period the family lived in Snyder, NY. They moved to Tucson in 1979. Jack is survived by his wife, Marjorie and three children., Christian and Jill Jenkins of Tucson and David of Syracuse, NY as well as six grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at Glenwood Cemetery, Silver Creek, NY on Saturday, March 21, 1998 at 3:00 p.m.
TURNER, Karen (Wood), decided it was time to go home, Sunday, March 1, 1998 after a year battling with leukemia. She is missed by so many and her fighting spirit is a model for all. Side Services will be held in Bisbee, AZ at Evergreen Cemetery, Saturday, March 7, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. Please send any donations to your local Cancer Society and Humane Society.
We love you Mom.
VALENCIA, Federico, 55, of Tucson, passed away February 28, 1998. Survived by wife, Ruthann Valencia; father, Frank R.Chavez; daughters, Andrea (Jeff) Stafford, Carla and Deanna; sister, Mary; brothers, Augustine (Amelia) V. Valencia, Manny (Alma), Frank (Barbara) and Ernesto Chavez; also survived by one grandson, Alezay Prince. Visitation will be held Friday, March 6, 1998 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 Saturday, March 7, 1998 at 9:00 a.m., Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. He was in the Air Force eight years; had his own business for 12 years, and loved animals. He was a very generous and loving husband, father, son, and brother. Preceded in death by mother, Lupe. He will live in our hearts forever. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
WRIGHT, James L., 61, of Tucson, passed away March 1, 1998. Survived by wife, Pong; son, James of the U.S. Navy; daughters, Michell Dawson of Baltimore, MD and Christina Wright of Tucson; grandson, Dwayne Cobbs Wright of Tucson; sisters, Alice W. Taylor of Colorado Springs, CO, Ruth E. Jackson of Moreno Valley, CA., Curley B. Warnell of Modesto, CA, Gladys Copeland of Houston, TX and Ann Washington of Los Angeles, CA; brothers, Ollie Wright of Alexandria, LA and David Wright of Colorado Springs, CO and very special friends Bob and Ann Jones of Phoenix, AZ. Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 6, 1998 at HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan, with Dr. Brentley officiating. Entombment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society.
AUSTIN, Joyce L., 68, of Tucson, died Friday, February 27, 1998. Born on September 4, 1929 in Joliet, IL. Preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, James G.Austin. She is survived by her son, James M. (Marcia) of Tucson; daughter, Jill L.(Robert) Miseyka of Barrington, IL; grandsons, Gordon, Joseph and Samuel; sister Mae Rose Capoyianes of Merrillville, IN and one brother, Jack L. Mitchell of Scottsdale. She retired after 28 years of service from Sunnyside School District. A Memorial Service will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., Wednesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m.
CHARETTE, A. Philip, 85, of Tucson, passed away March 1, 1998. Survived by wife, Barbara; son, Philip of Tucson; daughters, Valerie Charette of Tucson and Joan, Judy and Jerry, all of California; grandchildren, Justin and Ashley of Phoenix; brothers, Ed of Massachusetts, George of Rhode Island and Ray of Tucson; sisters, Lorraine of Massachusetts and Lucille Kempell of New Jersey. Graveside Service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 1998 at All Faiths Memorial Park, 2151 S. Avenida Los Reyes with Father Henry officiating. Remembrances may be made to V.F.W. Post 549. Arrangements by Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME.
ELBERS, Mary E., lost her battle to chronic lung disease on February 27, 1998. A long time Tucsonan, she was an active member of her Seniors Bowling League. She is preceded in death by her husbands, William Ingwalson and Roy Elbers. And survived by daughter, Mary (Larry) Mingo; sister-in-law, Dee Tucker; granddaughters, Amanda and Ginger Johnson. If you wish, donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Arrangements by family owned, ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
FIELLO, Eva, May 19, 1925 to February 28, 1998. Queen of a family of great proportions. Angel of happiness and guardian of love. In her lifetime she has touched many souls, and raised many spirits. Smiles sparkled when she walked into a room, and not a tear of sadness fell in her presence. She will be dearly missed, yet her spirit will always walk with us on our many separate paths in life. A celebration of her life and services will be held in the afternoon on Wednesday, March 4. Details will be in Wednesday's paper.
FITZGERALD, Gerard Thomas, 72, died Saturday, February 28, 1998 in Tucson. After a long battle with cancer. Survived by five children, Susan Kralakai of Tucson, Thomas FitzGerald of San Diego, CA, Eileen FitzGerald and Catherine FitzGerald, both of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Margaret FitzGerald of Tucson; five grandchildren, Benjamin Driscoll, Ayla Jarvis, Jeremy Kizewsi, Dylan Jarvis and Justin FitzGerald. No services are planned at this time. The family requests any memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements handled by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
LA COMB, Florence, 87, of Tucson, died February 25, 1998. Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. at South Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Les Plattner officiating. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
MANN, Leslie, 96, of Tucson, died February 23, 1998. Born in London, England. Survived by daughter, Nancy Cohen of Detroit, MI and son, Larry Mann of Tucson; grandchildren, Natalie, Jill, Michael and Laynee; great-grandchild, Julia. Preceded by his loving wife, Ruth. Retired in 1974 from an active life in the automobile and machinery business in Detroit. Services held in Detroit on February 26. Donations may be made to Handmaker Center for the Aging.
MCMILLAN, Edward H. ”Mac” Lt. Col., Retired USAF, 81, of Tucson, died Saturday, February 28, 1998. Born June 19, 1916 in Vacaville, CA. Retired in Tucson in 1969 after 28 years of service. Survived by loving wife, Betty of 54 years; son, Larry (Connie) of Las Cruces, N.M.; daughter, Pat Wallen of Dana Point, CA; grandchildren, Brian and Tanya McMillan, Michelle and Karen Wallen; step grandchildren, Katherine and Kirsten Koomoa and nephew, Howard Hamlin. At his request no services will be held. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, National Cancer Society or charity of ones choice. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.
MELONE, Marie M., 86, died February 27, 1998. Survived by daughters, Annette Melone (Judy Schlobohm) and Jacqueline (Jack) Patyk; son, Frank (Gail) Melone; grandchildren, Michael Patyk, Christopher Patyk, Marianne Lynge and Joseph Benedict Melone; great-granddaughters, Vanessa Patyk and Anastasia Lynge; sisters, Rose Evanglist, Lucille Scharff and Anne Snawder and brother, John Mercolino. Friends may call Wednesday, March 4, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service to be held at 7:00 p.m.Private family burial East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
STAIR, Helen Callsen, 93, of Tucson, died Saturday, February 28, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, H.Bowen Stair; and a daughter, Catherine Snyder (Miles). She is survived by daughters, Peg Anderson (Karl) of Tucson and Holly Greer (Bill) of Cortland, NY; 12 grandchildren including the Rev. Margaret Babcock (Chuck) of Tucson; and 14 great grandchildren, including Jacob and Christopher Babcock of Tucson. Helen was born in Chicago in 1905 and graduated in 1925 from the University of Wisconsin where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She and her husband, who was with the Illinois Bell Telephone Company, lived in Chicago and Highland Park, Illinois, where she was an active volunteer in the community and at Trinity Episcopal Church. Helen and Bowen moved to Tucson in 1975 where they entertained many friends and family in their Foothills home. For the past 1 1/2 years, Helen has resided at Manor Care Health Center. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 3737 Old Sabino Canyon Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Alban's Church Building Fund. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
