BECERRIL, Refugio, 90, of Tucson, entered into eternal rest on March 25, 1998. Refugio was preceded in death by her husband, Francisco. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Boles (Becerril) of Boston, MA; son, Robert Becerril; and daughter-in-law, Norma of Tucson. Also survived by four grandchildren, Liana Perez, Frank Becerril, both of Tucson and Elizabeth Kushinsky and Kathleen Eldrige, both of Boston, MA. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and her beloved sister, Amalia Ynesta of Tucson. Visitations will be held on Saturday, March 28, 1998 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave. Mass will also be offered 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral Church. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
COLWELL, Elizabeth F., 80, died March 25, 1998 in Dallas, Texas. Preceded in death by her husband, Col. Hanford T. Colwell, U.S. Army Ret. Mother of Joan (Richard)Stevenson and Patricia Gailey, all of Plano, Texas; cousin of Mabel Howell of Tucson; six grandchildren also survive. Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 27, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Graveside Service, 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 30 at Ft. Huachuca Post Cemetery, Ft. Huachuca, Arizona. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 28, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Jeffrey David
06/06/51 – 03/09/98
was taken from us March 9, 1998 at the age of 46. His life was extinguished by those among us who steal what they should earn. A lifelong resident of Tucson, Jeffrey left only to serve his country as a Nuclear Electricians Mate in the U.S. Navy. After receiving an Honorable discharge, hereturned to Tucson and was hired by Duval (now Cyprus Minerals) to work as an electrician at their operation south of Tucson. It was there that he met his wife, Shelly and they formed a deep friendship that was the basis of their later love and marriage. Working together to help Shelly get her nursing degree, Jeff took over the household chores and worked overtime, while Shelly worked and went to college, both full-time. They had realized their dreams as they designed and built their home in the foothills. They did as much of the work as possible and Jeff was working on the house when he was murdered.
Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, June Smyers; and is survived his wife, Shelly; his father, Ernie; second Mom, Mary; siblings, Steve, Linda, Bruce, James, adopted sons, Keith Langen and Alan Brierly; daughter-in-law, Becky; grandchildren, Dustin and Christen; and numerous brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held at 5475 N. Camino De Oeste, Saturday, March 28 starting at noon. All that knew and loved him are welcome.
Because of Jeff's love of cars and auto racing, donations should be sent in Jeffrey David's name to sponsor children of the Tucson Cart Club, Attn: Bruce Hille, P.O. Box 2310, Tucson, AZ 85702 (747-5593). Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
FENN, Alvin John, 84, of Tucson, AZ died Tuesday, March 24, 1998. He was a miner, bee-keeper, farmer and rancher. Survived by his wife, Berenice; his five children, Helene Ryan (John Ryan), Renee Fenn, John (Rebecca Boone), Richmond (Nancy Kumble) and David (Kathy Watson); as well as 15 grandchildren. Alvin is also survived by his two sisters, Jennie Gardner and Pearl Coons; and many nieces and nephews. He was affiliated with AIME. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, with Bishop Wally Butler presiding and Lloyd Gardner officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Donations may be made to Lillian Sylvia Verdugo for the Asilo de los Ancianos (Nursing Home). They can be mailed c/o Maria Armida Laporte, P.O. Box 87, Naco, AZ 85620. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
FOSTER, Ethel Loraine Gunning, age 94, passed away March 21, 1998 at the Citadel Care Center in Mesa, Arizona. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 25 at 10:00 a.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 7570 N. Thornydale in Tucson. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial gifts to the Church. Arrangements by Mesa Funeral Care.
GALLAGHER, Edward, age 80, a 17 year resident of Tucson, passed away March 24, 1998. Born April 23, 1917 in Brooklyn, New York. Mr. Gallagher was an Air Force Veteran of World War II. He retired as a Master Sergeant after 22 years of service. Survived by his loving wife, of 48 years, Margaret. Nieces and nephews also survive. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. today at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial, South Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
GOFF, Mary Virginia, died March 24, 1998, was born in Knoxville, Illinois, August 8, 1915, to Charles E. and Jennie Evans Epley. She was graduated from Knoxville High School in 1933. She was graduated from Knox College in 1936. Mary was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority, serving as President her Senior Year. She was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Mortar Board. Graduate work was done at Illinois State University, Western Illinois University and Northwestern University. Upon graduation she taught at Varna, Illinois, Knoxville, Illinois and worked for Illinois Bell inChicago. On August 29, 1942, she married Richard T. Goff. He died April 22, 1993. They are the parents of Jennifer Ann Johnson (Mrs. Gordon) of East Peoria, Illinois, and Julianne Goff of Tucson, Arizona. Their two grandsons are Andrew and Tyler Johnson. A lifelong member of the Knoxville 1st United Presbyterian Church, she also served on the Library Board and Board of Education. She was a former member of the board of the Visiting Nurse Association, St. Mary's Auxiliary Board and Delta Kappa Gamma, Educational Honorary Society. She is a member of Delta, Delta, Delta Alumnae and Chapter AM, P.E.O. Mary taught Latin and English at Churchill and Lombard Junior High, Galesburg for 17 years. She was a member of the Tucson, Arizona Women's Club and an Associate Member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Tucson. She volunteered at St. Mary's Hospital in Galesburg, Illinois and Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson. Memorial Services will be held at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Friday, March 27, at 2:00 p.m. located at 9252 E. 22nd, Tucson, Arizona. Memorials may be made to the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Tucson, Arizona. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
GRIMES, Letha J., 67, passed gently on March 10, 1998, after a lengthy illness. In death, she rejoins her husband of 42 years. She is survived by her children, Glenn Grimes of Port Hartcourt, Nigeria, Carolyn Brassard of Tucson and Steven Grimes of Willcox, AZ; in addition to her daughter-in-law, Robin Grimes; and her loving grandchildren, Charlotte, Beth, Andrew, Sam David and Sarah. She is also survived by her stepmother, Anna Lou Dabbs of Seminole, TX and two brothers. We will miss her bright smile, humor and loving support. Services will be held on April 4, 1998, in Truth or Consequences, NM. To remember her, please make a contribution to the charity of your choice.
HALL, Jessie Deen, 68, died March 25, 1998. Mother of Edward Emerson Hall III, Patrick Brian Hall and Carla Ellen Hall; sister of Walter L. Deen; five grandchildren also survive. Jessie was a very active member of Christ Church and a Faithful Stephen Minister. She was very active in the music program and other aspects of the church and an active member of the A.A.U.W. and Democratic Party. She was very much loved. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 1998 at Christ Church United Methodist, 655 N. Craycroft Rd. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MILLS, Albert Joseph, 56, of Tucson, passed away March 23, 1998. Survived by wife, Donna K. Mills; daughters, Rebecca mills and Kim Champlin (Billy); sons, Andrew Mills and Darryl Layton; sister, Judy Mills Jones (Byron). Also survived by two grandchildren and numerous cousins in theCarrillo and Moreno families. Memorial Service will be offered on Saturday, March 28, 1998 11:00 a.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. The family requests donations to the American Diabetes Association in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
RABAGO, Maria De Los Angeles 'Angie', 78, of Tucson, passed away March 25, 1998. Survived by beloved husband, Johnny; daughters, Grace (Rupert) and Irma; son, Roberto (Betty Ann); sisters, Juanita, Elvira and Marta; brother, Enrique; also survived by three grandchildren, Adrienne, Michelle and Rene. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 29, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave. with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m., Mass will be offered on Monday, March 30, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica's Church. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and beloved friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Diabetes Foundation. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
RUNGE, Robert L., 70 years old, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 1998. He was born on September 16, 1927 in South Saint Paul, MN. Survived by wife, Beverly; daughter, Robin; and brother, Donald. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews in Tucson and South St. Paul. There will be no formal Funeral Service. Friends and relatives may visit at the family residence on Sunday afternoon, March 29, 1998. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
SCHMALZ, Frances M., 80, died March 24, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Frank J. Schmalz; children, Beverly (Ron) Jeka, Dennis (Roberta) Schmalz and Cindy (Jim) Broderick; grandchildren, Teresa, Audrey, Danny and Amy; great-grandchildren, Corrie and Kacie; and siblings, Frank Ferlitsch and Mary Evanich. Predeceased by sister, Caroline Urbancic. Private Services were held. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
TERAN, Jose Y. 'Pepe', 74, of Tucson, passed away March 25, 1998. Survived by daughters, Rebecka Valdez (Raul) and Judy Norriega; sons, Jose Jr., Robert (Belinda) and Rudy Teran (Betty); sisters, Maria Laura Bustamante and Luz Elena Ybarra from Son, Mexico. Also survived by five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held on Sunday, March 29, 1998 at 11:00 a.m., CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave. Donations may be made to the American Parkinson Association, in lieu of flowers.
BEESON, Beulah L., 84, of Tucson, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 1998. Mrs. Beeson was preceded in death by her husband, James Gregory. Beulah is survived by her sons, Kirke (Loretta) and Glenn (Dixie) Guild, both of Tucson; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Beulah was a life member of the VFW Women Auxiliary. Funeral Services 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 31, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. with Pastor David Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in South Lawn Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be one hour prior to service.
BENNET-ALDER, Grace, There will be a Celebration of Grace Bennet-Alder's life on Saturday, April 18, at 3:00 at the NW Unitarian Church, 3601 W. Cromwell Drive. We'll celebrate for an hour and then snack. Questions, call Leon 572-0412.
Weldon C. 'Doodie' Brooks, 82, of Tucson, died Thursday, March 26, 1998. Mr. Brooks is survived by his wife of 55 years, Effie Mae 'Sadie'; sons, Art, Len and Keith Brooks of Tucson; daughter, Ann of WA; six grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Doodie served as 1st SGT, 6th Army Division, WWII. Funeral Services, 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 30, 1998 at Coronado Baptist Church, 2609 N. Park Avenue with Pastor Deny Howard officiating. Burial will be private at South Lawn Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends, Sunday, March 29, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave..
CHACON, Clementa V., 103, of Tucson, died March 27, 1998. Mother of Gregorio George Chacon of Tucson, Mary Honore of Phoenix, AZ, Adelina Benavidez of Phoenix, AZ, Eusebio (Sam) Chacon of Mexicali, CA; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. Vigil Service at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Monday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Tuesday, March 31, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111) Monday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Thomas Anthony 'Tom' Chin, 18, died March 26, 1998. Survived by his father, Anthony Chin; grandmother, Betty Li of Houston, TX; uncles, Nelson (Gi) Chin of Houston, TX and Kenneth (Vannesa) Chin of San Francisco, CA; aunt, Joyce (Ricky) Tsui of Houston, TX. Tom was a student at Sabino High School, a member of DECA, the track team and would have graduated this year. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 29, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
GARLAND, Bertha K., 88, died March 24, 1998. Survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Earle) Brumble; and son J. Patrick (Maureen) Garland; three grandchildren; brother, Alex Mathey; and sister, Dolores Linzner. Before moving to Tucson, Bertha was a resident of Menomonee Falls, WI. A teacher and principal of Lannon Elementary School. A loving mother and friend who loved the Lord. Private family Funeral Services were held. Inurnment will be beside her husband, James Emmitt Garland in WI. Local arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
HOLBROOK, John P., age 71, died March 26, 1998. He was born on July 12, 1926 in San Francisco, CA and moved to Tucson in 1928. He is preceded in death by his father, Dr. Wm. Paul Holbrook; his mother, Margaret Bressler Holbrook; and his sister, Elizabeth Holbrook Whidden. He is survived by his wife, Jane Wraith Holbrook; his children, Margaret Holbrook, Elizabeth (Tom Holycross) Holbrook, Paul (Marsha) Holbrook, Bruce (Anna) Holbrook, Charity Holbrook, Catherine (David) Boscacci, James Weed; and grandchildren, Alexander ('Hondo') Holbrook, Anthony ('A.Z.') Holbrook, William ('Will') Holbrook, Johanna Holbrook, Henry Holbrook, Bill Boscacci and Christopher Boscacci. He is also survived by his brother, Bruce Holbrook and seven nieces and nephews. He attended Sam Hughes Elementary School, Mansfield Junior High School, Tucson High School and Virginia Polytechnic Military Academy. In 1949, he received his B.A. from the University Polytechnic Military Academy. In 1949, he received his B.A. from the University of Arizona. In 1953 he received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Boston University. Having joined the Air Force, he took his internship and residency programs at Letterman's General Hospital in San Francisco. From 1957 to 1959, he was stationed at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne Wyoming, where he was Chief of Medicine. From 1959 until 1963, he was stationed at Lakenheath Hospital in England and as Director of Hospital Services and Chief of Medicine, he started and was founding President of the Anglo-American Medical Society. He received the Commendation Medal from the Air Force for his work with the Society. From 1963 until 1965, he was Chief of Medical Services at Fairfield Air Force Base in Spokane, WA. He retired from the Air Force in 1965 and returned to Tucson, where he joined the Holbrook-Hill Medical group. He went into private practice in 1979. After his retirement in 1992, he divided his time between residences in Tucson and Bigfork, MT. Memorial Services will be held at St. Philip's in the Hills at 11:30 on April 4. Friends are invited to join the family at the Tucson Country Club following the services. The family requests that Memorial gifts may be made to the TMC Foundation Cancer Fund for Patient Support Services in Tucson or the Quick Rescue and Response in Bigfork. Arrangements by family owned, ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
LESSOR, Sarah S., 97, of Tucson, died March 25, 1998. Born to Loredo and Jennie Spencer in Oakfield, ME. Survived by her son, Albert (Carol) Lessor of Casa Grande, AZ; two daughters, Elaine Lessor of Tucson and June Wentworth of Casa Grande, AZ; brother, Leland Spencer; and sister, Una Collins, both of Skowhegan, ME; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services and Burial will be in Skowhegan, ME at a later date.
