PIERSON, Annie Martinez, 71, born in Winkleman, AZ, June 3, 1926, died February 2, 1998. She was a housewife. She is survived by her husband, Henry G. Pierson Sr. of Mammoth, AZ; sons, Joe Ramos of Oracle, AZ, Tony and Billy Ramos of Winkleman, AZ, Eddy Ramos of Anaheim, CA, Robert Ramos of Tucson, AZ, Rudy Verdugo of Mesa, AZ, Angel Pierson of Tucson, AZ, Henry Pierson Jr. of Oracle, AZ; daughters, Dolores Medina of Mammoth, AZ, Becky Bayze and Patsy Miranda of Oracle, AZ; 40 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Mammoth, AZ with Funeral Mass to follow. Visitation will be held after Mass. Interment, Oracle City Cemetery, Oracle, AZ. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. @ Magee.
RICHARDS, Rosanna M., age 80, died Sunday, February 1, 1998. She is survived by her husband, David Richards of Tucson; one daughter, Diane Davis-Bales living in Korea; two sons, Dennis L. Richards of Bellville, IL and Dean G. Richards of Lancaster, CA; one brother, Kenneth Regilio of Tucson; one granddaughter, Ashley Davis of Albuquerque, NM; two grandsons, Matthew Davis of San Antonio, TX and Ryan Davis in Korea. Memorial Services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 6, 1998 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1949 E. Helen, with Pastor J. Lundeen officiating. Funeral arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
SCOTT, Wayne Norris, 51, of Tucson, died January 10, 1998. He was an FBI agent for the government. Graveside Services will be at Pima County Cemetery, Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
SELLENS, C. Gale, 73, retired, respected Denver Banker. Died at his winter home in Tucson, February 1, 1998, after a courageous fight with cancer. Memorial Celebration are pending in Tucson and Denver. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
VIDAL, Hilaria J., 70, of Tucson, passed away January 31, 1998. Survived by husband, Benjamin B. Vidal; daughters, Guadalupe Estrella, Jenny (Jesus) Buelna; sons, Ralph, Joseph (Maria), Carlos (Lupe), Manuel (Irma), James (Rhonda), Burruel and Benjamin J. Jr. (Katrina) Vidal; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many beloved brothers, nephews, nieces and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 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, February 5, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Church, 602 W. Ajo Way. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
Eva Antonia 'Bonnie' Wilbur-Cruce, 93, of Tucson, passed away January 30, 1998. Survived by great niece, Eva Maria Zimmerman; and also by many nieces and nephews. Eva was a long time rancher/author in the Arivaca Area. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 6, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 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 Saturday, February 7, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. at St.Augustine Cathedral, 192 South Stone Ave. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to the Cathedral Maintenance Fund. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
CALZARETTA, Michael J., 88, died January 30, 1998. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Margaret. Survived by sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Josephine and Wilbur Bonetti of Oaklawn, Illinois; also nieces, nephews, and loving friends. After 41 years in the military, they retired to Tucson. He was a member: Knights of Columbus, St. Martin de Poores Council #6848, a life member of the Elks and belonged to the VFW and Air Force Sergeant's Association. Graveside Service 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at Our Lady of the Desert, Fr. James Coleman officiating. Military honors will be conducted by D.M.A.F.B. Elite Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers remember Mike in your prayers. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DRESP, John W., 71, died February 1, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
ECK, Irene, 87, of Tucson, died January 28, 1998. She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Dennis; grandson, Kevin Vanderslice, both of Tucson; granddaughter, Jacqueline Zink of Fritch, Texas; grandson, Merrill Vanderslice of Columbus, Ohio; and great-grandsons, Aaron and Andrew Zink; brother, Arthur Lee Laughrey, Tulsa, OK. Services and Burial will be in Borger, Texas. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
JENSEN, Pauline L., died January 31, 1998 at the age of 86. She was born at Verdel, Nebraska Sept 9, 1911. She is preceded in death by her husband, William M. Jensen. She is survived by her son, Martin (Marleen) Jensen of Benson, AZ; and a daughter, Lois (Hayes) McClaran of Batesville, IN; grandchildren, Dale (Debbie) Jensen of Benson, AZ, Daniel (Kathryn) Jensen of Tucson, AZ, Pamela (Tom) Gray of Canton, GA, and Janelle (David) Weatherford of Champaign, IL; great-grandchildren, Jennifer S. Jensen of Benson, AZ, Hannah L. Jensen of Tucson, AZ, Katherine A. and Jemma M. Gray of Canton, GA; brothers, Leo Boltz of West Point, NE and Bernard Boltz of Lead, SD. William and Pauline farmed at Pilger, Thurston, and Pender, NE prior to retiring in Tucson, AZ. Pauline spent the last four years at Quiburi Mission Samaritan Center in Benson, AZ. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Quiburi Chapel fund. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
LARIVEE, Marie Curiel, age 92, died Sunday, February 1, 1998. She is survived by one sister, Blanche Miner of Tucson; three sisters-in-law, Leona Cordere of Canada, Terry Larivee, and Polly Fisher, both of Vermont; and by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Larivee had taught school in Arizona for over 40 years, and was a longtime teacher with Manzo and Ft. Lowell schools. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters, the Cusillo Group, and the Arizona Retired Teachers Association. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge (at Speedway). Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
MOLERA, Enrique R., 80, of Tucson, passed away January 31, 1998. Preceded in death by parents, Andres and Juanita Molera. Survived by wife, Delia Huguez; daughters, Cecilia (Andy) Rico, Patricia (Danny) Ruiz; sons, Richard (Sylvia), Robert (Cheryl), Rogelio (Maria), Ronald (Patsy) Molera; sisters, Armida (John) Cook, Dora Montross, Helen Valdez, Herminia (Ralph) Grant; brothers, Ernest Molera, George(Lucille) Molera, Steve Molera. Also survived by 19 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, South Chapel, 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Margaret's Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
ORBAN, Joseph, 79, died January 30, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Robert M. Arnold 'Bob', 39, of Tucson, received his complete healing from muscular dystrophy and went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 28, 1998. Survived by his loving wife, Yvette; mother, Elizabeth; brother, Bill (Yvonne). Also survived by nephew and nieces; father and mother-in-law, Tom and Linda Verrier: and brother-in-law Jimmy.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm, January 31 at East Tucson Baptist Church, 9100 E. Speedway Blvd, Rev. Anthony Laird officiating. In lieu of flowers, family requests that memorials be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), 3300 E. Sunrise Dr., Tucson, AZ 85718. All friends are invited to attend memorial service and to share memories of Bob. Fellowship and food to follow service.
Erica Lyn Bowden
May 21, 1976 - January 28, 1998
A Woman for the 21st Century
Beloved daughter of Marita and Pete Bowden, Erica was a bright shining star who loved life. Early on, it was apparent that she possessed a 'backbone of steel.' She was wrenched from us tragically and too soon. She stood poised on the edge of her new life as a university graduate, ready to soar and reap the reward of her hard work. Erica graduated from Sabino High School in May, 1994. Erica planned to graduate from the University of Arizona on May 16, 1998 with a BSPA in Criminal Justice Administration and pursue a career as an investigator. She received a scholarship for the fall and spring semesters as the president of the Criminal Justice Club at the University. She was delighted and surprised by the honor.
Erica loved her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega; she held the office of Vice President of Finance and chaired or organized various sorority activities. She gave generously of her time to various volunteer activities at the University. Erica donated blood as often as possible to the American Red Cross, thus touching lives of many people she did not know. For the past two summers she taught swimming classes at Kingston Knolls and was a lifeguard at the YMCA. Erica always gave '150%' to every part of her life. She prized her friendships and guarded them zealously. A void has been created in the lives of her family and friends. Erica was a wonderful, wholesome and loving daughter who was every parent's dream child. She was the light of our lives.
In addition to her mother and father, Erica is survived by her brother, Lt. Lynden P. Bowden III of Tucson and Omaha, NE; her grandmothers, Thelma Bowden of Phoenix and Roselyn Silverman of Washington, DC; her aunts, Phyllis Wilson and Lynda Pike of Phoenix; her uncle, Captain Eugene D. Silverman, MD, USN of Bethesda, Maryland as well as many other relatives in Arizona, New York and Pennsylvania. Erica will be protected by her grandfather's, Seymour Silverman and Lynden Bowden who pre-deceased her.
Visitation is on Sunday, February 1, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A 'Celebration of Erica's Life' will be held on Monday, February 2, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL. Donations may be made to Alpha Chi Omega Sorority, 1775 E. First Street, Tucson, AZ; the Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund at the UA, the American Red Cross or the organization of your choice.
BOWMAN, Robert Clyde, age 66, resident of Tucson, died Friday, January 23, 1998. Survived by two sons, Robert and James; three daughters, Carol, Nancy and Mary; and loving companion and friend, Wendy Bean of Tucson. Mr. Bowman retired from the US Post Office Ft. Lowell branch after 40 years of service. Memorial Service will be held Sunday, February 8, 1998 3:00 p.m. at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 2131 W. Ina Rd.. Friends are invited immediately following services to a reception at the Club House, South 40 RV Ranch, 3600 W. Orange Grove Rd.
CARRILLO, John J., 79, of Tucson, died January 28, 1998. Survived by wife, Dolores; grandchildren, Roberta (James) Hitchcock, David Arthur and Natasha, Joseph (Katie) Castillo (Joey and Adreas); stepdaughter, Suzie Apodaca; grandchildren, Gabe, Sonny, Darlene and Stevie; sister, Nellie Lopez of Santa Margarita, CA; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son, Joseph Castillo and sister, Rosalie Garcia of Los Angeles. Visitation Sunday, February 1, 1998 from 5:00 to 9:00 with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral Services 9:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, 1998 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 601 E. Ft. Lowell with Father Joe McGowan of Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiating. Interment at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave.
COLLIE, Carolyn Louise, 52, died January 27, 1998. Wife of Sidney Collie of Tucson; mother of Randall (Christy) Collie, Cheryl (John) Cusick and Mark (Kim) Collie all of Tucson; daughter of Earl Brunton of Midland, TX; sister of Terry Brunton of Midland, TX; grandmother of Miles, Celina and Courtney. She was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church. Graveside Service 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, 1998 at TMP East Lawn with Pastor's Steven Hilton and Ralph Hilton officiating. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Marietta Stirratt Franklin
Marietta Stirratt Franklin slipped from this life into her heavenly home to be with her Lord, January 23, 1998. She was 91 years old. She had resided in La Posada Healthcare in Green Valley for the past nine years as an Alzheimer's patient.
Marrietta was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico on March 15, 1906. The family soon moved to Amarillo, TX, where she lived until coming to Tucson to attend the University of Arizona in 1924. She became a member and later president of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and Mortar Board. She graduated in 1928 and married Selim H. Franklin that same year. Her father-in-law, Selim M. Franklin, who as a young lawyer and member of the 13th State Legislature, gave the impassioned speech that won the University of Arizona for Tucson. Her mother-in-law, Henrietta Franklin was a charter member of St. Lukes and the founding president of YWCA. Marietta was a founding member of the Junior League and president of that organization in 1938-1939. She was active on the St. Luke's board as well until 1940, when her husband joined the Army Air Corps and the family moved to Tacoma, WA. After a year there they were transferred to Pendleton, OR; the next year to Casper, WY. Major Franklin was transferred to La Junta, CO but for lack of adequate housing Marietta and the children returned to Tucson. While there Marietta was asked to be the coordinator for all the volunteer organizations in Tucson for the war effort. She had to decline as she wanted to rejoin her husband when he was transferred to Santa Ana, CA in 1944. The family remained in The Newport Harbor area until Marietta returned to Tucson in 1968.
Marietta is survived by her son, Selim (Bud) Franklin, a superior court judge in Newport Beach and Santa Ana, and by her daughter, Shirley Cooney of Tucson. Marietta's sister lives in Mozambique, in south eastern Africa. Her grandchildren, Martin Cooney of Minneapolis, MN, Steven Cooney of Moline, IL, Allen Cooney of Tucson, Cristian Cooney of Dallas, TX, Pamela Marshall of Walnut, CA, Selim (Skip) Franklin, Valerie Parker, Richard Franklin all of Seattle, WA. Marietta had thirteen great-grandchildren. Also very dear to her were nieces and nephews, Mardy Stotsky, Mary Rose Duffield, Dr. John H. Carroll and Dr. Christopher Carroll all of Tucson and fifteen great-nieces and nephews.
There was nothing in this world more important to her than her family.
Marietta had been a member of St. Philip's-in-the-Hills but later attended First Evangelical Free Church.
There will be a family graveside service for Marietta at Evergreen Cemetery on Saturday, January 31, 1998 and a Celebration of her Life as a memorial in April when the extended family can attend. Please, no flowers. But a thought might be taken for the Alzheimer's Association or the Arizona Right to Life. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
