BENNETT, Sharon M., 49, of Tucson, died on February 13, 1998. She was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, on January 21, 1949, the daughter of Charles and Beatrice Bennett, both deceased. She is survived by her brother and his wife, Ivan C. and Brenda Bennett; her aunt and uncle, Joe and Ruth Campbell; and her dear friend, Rod Roeske, all of Tucson. Sharon was on the Board of Directors of the Child and Family Resources, Inc. since December 1994. She also was a Pima Arts Council Panelist since March, 1995 and a member of the Grants Committee since December 1995. She was President of the Board of Directors of the Catalina Chamber Orchestra in 1995 – 1996. Sharon also taught Managerial and Intermediate Accounting at Pima College last semester. A Memorial Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, on Saturday, February 28, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. The family suggests donations to the University of Arizona Cancer Center in her memory.
BRANHAM, Cliff, age 43, died in his sleep while camping. He was found February 14, 1998. Survived by his mother, Ann Hughart Branham; and stepfather, Philip Mangelsdorf of Tucson; his father and stepmother, Jack and Sue Branham of Hereford; his brothers, Mike of Tucson, and John of California; half-brother, Daryl Branham; stepbrothers, Chris and Craig Branham; uncles, Barry Hughart of Tucson and Peter Hughart of Oregon. Funeral Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 545 South 5th (corner of 5th and 16th), with Fr. Charles Ingram officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please remember Cliff through your favorite charity. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
CASTLEBERRY, Roy L., 91, of Tucson, died on February 22, 1998. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Friends may call Friday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. (1 1/2 Blk N. Grant) 3266341.
COWAN, Joan J., age 73, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Robert E. Cowan of Tucson; one son, Robert Johnson of Tucson; one daughter, Dawn Hallenbeck of Tucson; one sister, Lois Schuster of Tucson; and one granddaughter, Maria Hallenbeck of Tucson. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 1998. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 1998, at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, with Rev. David Ray officiating. Entombment will follow at Eastlawn Mausoleum. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tucson Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 3767 E. Grant Rd., 85716.
CRAMER, Caroline I., 83, died Tuesday, February 17, 1998 in Tucson. Born on October 28, 1914 in Minneapolis, MN. Survived by son, Ronald Cramer of Phoenix; daughter, Suzanne (Ronald) Nelson of Tucson; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Private Services. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
MORRIS, Armanda, 82, of Tucson, passed away February 24, 1998. Survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was a resident of Tucson for over 50 years. Visitation, Friday, February 27, 1998 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Service will be at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 850 North 11th Ave.
O'CONNOR, Mary C., 94, of Tucson, AZ, died February 25, 1998. Survived by three nephews; and one niece. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday at St. Francis De Sales Church. Entombment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
PYLE, Helen M., 86, of Marana. A longtime winter visitor died, February 25, 1998.Mother of Valerie J. (Ed) Carlberg of Marana, Steven R. (Kay) Quirk of Alta, Iowa; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister of Irene Anderson of Storm Lake, Iowa, Dona Doll and Ruth Dimmick of Decatur, NE, Jack Stafford of Omaha, NE. Funeral Services will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Friday, February 27, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Heiserman officiating. Interment Decatur, NE. Friends may at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave., (888-1111), Friday 1:00 p.m. until Service time.
REISINGER, Isabelle A., 86, died February 24, 1998. Survived by her husband of 69 years, Raymond; son, Leonard; and daughter, Doris Foster; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one great-great-grandchild. Private family services were held. Burial was at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
Morgan Louise Hope Rhodus, 20 months, died February 25, 1998 from septic shock and complications of pneumonia. She is survived by her parents, Don and Kimberly Rhodus; grandparents, Jacqui Raymond, Terrell and Evelyn Rhodus and Duane and Ginny Durham; many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends who loved her very much. Morgan had a special way of bringing people together. With her sweet personality and precious smile, she was instantly loved by everyone who met her. God blessed us by giving Morgan to us; now she's His ”Little Angel.” A special thanks to all the staff at University Medical Center who did everything they could to help our little baby. Visitation is 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 27, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Services to be held at Golf Links Baptist Church, 6902 E. Golf Links Rd., on Saturday, February 28, at 10:00 a.m. Burial Services immediately following at East Lawn. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to any charity that benefits children.
BENNETT, Sharon M., 49, of Tucson, died on February 13, 1998. She was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, on January 21, 1949, the daughter of Charles and Beatrice Bennett, both deceased. She is survived by her brother and his wife, Ivan C. and Brenda Bennett; her aunt and uncle, Joe and Ruth Campbell and her dear friend, Rod Roeske, all of Tucson. Sharon was on the Board of Directors of the Child and Family Resources, Inc. since December 1994. She also was a Pima Arts Council Panelist since March, 1995 and a member of the Grants Committee since December 1995. She was President of the Board of Directors of the Catalina Chamber Orchestra in 1995 – 1996. Sharon also taught Managerial and Intermediate Accounting at Pima College last semester. A Memorial Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, on Saturday, February 28, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. The family suggests donations to the University of Arizona Cancer Center in her memory.
BRANHAM, Cliff, age 43, died in his sleep while camping. He was found February 14, 1998. Survived by his mother, Ann Hughart Branham and stepfather, Philip Mangelsdorf of Tucson; his father and stepmother, Jack and Sue Branham of Hereford; his brothers, Mike of Tucson and John of California; half-brother, Daryl Branham; stepbrothers, Chris and Craig Branham; uncles, Barry Hughart of Tucson and Peter Hughart of Oregon. Funeral, Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 545 South 5th (corner of 5th and 16th), with Fr. Charles Ingram officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please remember Cliff through your favorite charity. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
CHAPECK, Richard C., 79, died February 25, 1998. Husband of Mary Chapeck of Tucson; father of Thomas (Laura) Chapeck of Prospect Heights, IL and Judith (Raymond) Katz of Schaumburg, IL; grandfather of Daniel and Sarah Chapeck and Cody, Jesse and Hannah Golliher and Andrew Katz. Former lifetime resident of Park Ridge, IL, USAF veteran of WWII. Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 27, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Interment to follow at Desert Vista Cemetery. Friends may call from noon to Service Time Friday, February 27 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
CHASTAIN, Nadine A. (Collins), born in Newark, Arkansas died February 20, 1998 in Redding, California. Survived by husband James. Mother of Judy (Eugene) Askenasy, Linda (Thomas) Lewers, Jerry (Tanya) Collins. Grandmother of Jacqueline, Pamela, Teresa, Julie, Eric, Jamie and Amber. Sister of Clarence and Jesse Collins, LaWanda Brothers and Katherine Ballentine. She also leaves many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Predeceased by her first husband Oscar Collins. Graveside Service on Friday, February 27, 9:00 a.m. at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. No flowers please.
ELLIS, Gwendolyn M., 87, died February 24, 1998. Mother of Robert L. Ellis of Sacramento, CA, Ruth G. (Roy L.) Rogers of Tucson; grandmother of Michael A. Magyar, Kellee L. Young, Wayne M. Ellis; great-grandmother of Michael J. Rogers, Cierra L. Young. Graveside Service 9:00 a.m. Friday, February 27, 1998 at Desert Vista Cemetery. Mrs. Ellis was a member of O.E.S. in New York and worked as a secretary for Tucson United School District from 1960 until her retirement in the early 1980's. Donations may be made in Mrs. Ellis' Memory to Arthritis Foundation of Southern Arizona Chapter, 6464 E. Grant Road, Tucson 85712. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Lee Grow, 55, of Tucson, passed away peacefully on February 23, 1998. Lee was born September 16, 1942 in Paris, Missouri the son of O.L. Grow, Sr. and Lucille Grow Zanzie. Lee attended the University of Missouri and the University of Maryland. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Lee was a Past Director of the Tucson Association of Realtors. He served on the Forms Committee, Marketing Sessions, Paint Project and the Realtors Political Action Committee. Lee donated his time, money and talent to the Tucson Hearth Foundations Annual Christmas Auction and Playhouse ticket sales to support the Shalom House for homeless women and children. He was also an active member of the Women's Council of Realtors. He helped with the Annual Show of Shows, the Dessert Auction and was WCR's Membership Chairman. He helped with the Annual Cake Auction for the Cub Scout Pack 213. Lee worked in the Tucson Real Estate Market with A.F. Sterling, US Home, Coscan, Genessee, Realty Executives, and A.M. Hart. He also taught Real Estate Classes for Central Arizona Realty Educators. But most of all he was a friend to all who knew him. Lee loved golfing, bowling, karaoke and traveling. He lived life to it's fullest. He will be remembered for his smile, his kindness and sense of humor. Lee is survived by his wife, Glenda; sons, Jim Grow of Tucson and Eric Zeller of Virginia and their wives, Tracy and Sundee; mother, Lucille Grow Zanzie and step-father, Ed Zanzie of Missouri; sister, Barbara Ensor of Missouri and her husband, Charles; mother and father-in-law, Jessie and Royal Phillips of Tucson; grandmother, Nellie Lyons of Arkansas; brother-in-law, David Phillips of Tucson and his wife, Kathy; three grandchildren, Shaylyn, Tyler and Nicholas; several nieces and nephews; many great-nieces and great-nephews, a special friend and golfing buddy, Ed Dodd; and many special friends whose lives he touched deeply. He is preceded in death by his father, O.L. Grow, Sr. and his brother, William (Billy) Grow. There will be a viewing Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and a memorial service to be held Friday at 2 p.m. at ADAIR AVALON CHAPEL, 8090 N. Northern Ave. with interment to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery.
GUEVARA, Virginia V., 77, of Tucson, passed away February 24, 1998. Survived by husband, Jesus S. Guevara; daughter, Amelia Romero (Dan); sons, Juan (Trini), George (Dalia), Rene, Jesus Jr. (Maria), Oscar (Veronica), and Pete (Yvonne) Guevara; brother, Francisco Vasquez (Fina); 23 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Visitations will be held on Friday, February 27, 1998 from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Iglesia Resurrection Bautista, 450 W. Irvington. Service will be Friday, February 27, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Final Services will follow Saturday, February 28, 9:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Your presence and comfort are forever gone, but your love and memories will remain in our hearts. Many beloved nephews and nieces. Special thanks to all who have helped out during her time of illness. We love you. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY INC
HABERSTEIN, Helen Ross, 90, passed away February 10, 1998. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Haberstein and daughter, Joyce Haberstein. She is survived by her half-brother, John Ross of Fort Worth, TX and various nieces and nephews, their children and grandchildren. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Helen was a fashion director in New York City prior to her retirement to Tucson 30 years ago, where she continued to participate in the American Association of University of Women and Alpha Chi Omega. At her request her body was donated to the University of Arizona Medical School, and no services were held. Her niece, Beverly Potts of Miami, Florida and her devoted friend, Alberta Bickerdike, observed her passing with a meditative period in Helen's treasured Santa Catalina Mts., where at a later date her ashes will be scattered.
Ellen F. Hand, 82, of Tucson, passed away February 23, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband John Peter Hand and by her sisters Ethel and Mary and brothers Ernest and Tommy. Survived by children, Johnny (Helen) Hand of Datil, NM, Anita (LaVar) Larson of Emeryville, CA; Patsy (Joe) Frannea of Tucson, Michael (Linda) Hand of Annapolis, MD; grandchildren, Hans, Heidi, John, Anita, Jason (Mina), Jolyon and Jarod; sisters, Dorothea and Edna (Orrin); brother, Jake (Mary); sister-in-law, Carmen and many nieces, nephews and loving friends. Born and raised in the Bisbee area and a 60 year resident of Tucson, Ellen was very proud to be a native Arizonan. She cherished her family, friends and her beloved ”Hand's Country Place” near the Rillito River. She will be remembered as a strong, generous and caring person who will be dearly missed. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, on her property at 4304 N. First Avenue, followed by interment at South Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to the Alzheimer's Association, (P. O. Box 13423, Tucson, AZ 85732) or Redeemer Lutheran Church. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
HOOVER, William ”Trader Bill”, died February 23, 1998. Born in Kingston, Jamaica. Preceded in death by his parents, William and May Hoover. Loving husband of Margaret (Peggy) Hoover. Father of Constance Marshall of Pittsburgh, PA. Stepfather of Scott Watson and Deberah Clemente of Johnstown, PA. Grandfather of Donald, Laurie, Kimberly, Adam, Ryan and Daniel. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY. No Services will be held.
KERRIGAN, R. Donald, 61 years old, died Wednesday, February 25, 1998 in Tucson. Born on November 16, 1936 in Des Moines, Iowa. Survived by his wife, Laraine Kerrigan of Tucson; three sons, David (Ruth) Kerrigan of England, Mark Kerrigan of England and Bryan Kerrigan of Tucson; daughter, Stacy Kerrigan of Tucson; and eight grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 27, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St.Joseph's Carondelet.
LAYE, Antwon David, born August 18, 1997 and passed away February 24, 1998. Survived by parents, Larry Laye and Tiffani Smith; brother, Lestot; paternal grandmother, Dina Metcalfe; maternal grandmother, Lisbeth Smith, all of Tucson. Visitation 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Friday at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
PACE, Paula B., 43, died February 25, 1998. Wife of Hugh Pace of Tucson. Mother of Blaine Pace, Heather D'Orr, William D'Orr, and Nicholas Pace, all of Tucson. Sister of Casey Clark of Los Osos, CA, Cathy Lane of Littleton, CO, and Steven Bryson of Temecula, CA. Funeral Service 3:30 p.m., Saturday, February 28, 1998 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 E. University Blvd. Burial will be in Desert Vista Cemetery. Donations may be made in Mrs. Pace's memory to American Cancer Society, Arizona Div., 1636 N. Swan Road, Tucson 85712. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 26, 1997 and Friday, February 27, 1997 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
