LAZERES, Irving 'Laz' beloved father and grandfather, died April 18, 1998 at the age of 91. He is survived by his children, Katie Wilson, Dick Lazeres and Veet Pathen; and his grandson, Kendrick Wilson. Mackaye, his wife of 47 years preceded Laz in death. His insurance career spanned 42 years in both Arizona and Texas, and he was a lifetime member of the Blue Goose International Insurance Organization. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carondelet Hospice Foundation, 1802 West St. Mary's Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MANION, Barbara J., 80, died April 19, 1998. Mother of Michael E. (Sheila) Manion of Tempe, Patrick W. Manion of Tucson; grandmother of Megan Manion of Chicago; sister of Peg Thompson of Texas and James Elliott of Nebraska. Donation's in Mrs. Manion's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Friends may call from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 24, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
TESKE, Frederick A., 90, died April 20, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Vicki Sue Thibodeaux, 45, of Phoenix, died on April 11, 1998 after a courageous year fighting cancer. She was born in Tucson in 1953 and graduated from CDO High School in 1970. Co-workers from her job at the Maricopa County, Department of Parks and Recreations provided her incredible support and friendship before and during her illness. She is survived by her mother, Evelyn Thibodeaux of Tucson; her father, Johnny Thibodeaux of New Iberia, LA; her brothers, Tracy of Benson and David and Wade of Tucson; her daughter, Heather Settle; her son, Casey Settle, both of Phoenix and her granddaughters, Sierra and Haven. A fund has been established to plant a tree in the Maricopa County Park System dedicated to Vicki's memory. Contributions may be made to Rhonda Woodward, c/o Maricopa County Parks and Recreation, 3474 West Durango St., Phoenix, AZ 85009.
Georgia Tsighis, 87, of Tucson, passed away April 20, 1998, two weeks after suffering a heart attack while on a walk near her home. Born in New York City on July 17, 1910, she was the first child of Anthony and Mary Rentos who moved to America from their native Greece in search of a better life. As a child Georgia survived the influenza epidemic of 1918 and years later fought and won a battle with breast cancer. Georgia married Constantine 'Gus' Tsighis in Bayside, NY on December 18, 1932 and remained his faithful companion and friend for 50 years. Georgia and Gus lived in Hempstead, NY, Waterford, CT and Arcadia, CA, before moving to Tucson in 1972. An avid reader and music lover, Georgia was known in life and will be remembered as a woman of culture, dignity and refinement. Georgia was a member of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Tucson, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in New London, CT and St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church in Hempstead, NY. Georgia's husband, a retired restaurateur, passed away in 1984. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Christopher Rentos of Whitestone, NY and her sister, Anna Piakis of Phoenix, AZ. Georgia is survived by her children, Electra Brashears, James Tsighis and Anthony Tsighis all of Tucson; brother, Angelo Rentos of Tamarac, FL; daughter-in-law, Linda Tsighis of Tucson; grandson, Constantine Karamargin of Ketchum, ID; three granddaughters, Georgia Karamargin, Zoee Tsighis and Liberty Tsighis all of Tucson; and three great-grandchildren, Electra, Alexander and John, all of Tucson . To her grandchildren, she will always be lovingly remembered as 'Nana'. As a follower of the principles of naturopathic-integrated medicine, donations in Georgia's memory can be sent to the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association, 2131 E.Broadway, Suite 20, Tempe, AZ 85282. Funeral Services will be held, 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 23 at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1145 East Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, AZ, with Fr. Anthony officiating. Visitation, 10:00 a.m. till service time. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. 327-6341.
VAN OSDOL, Vera V., 91, died April 20, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Jane Welch Williams Prof.
Passed away April 18, 1998 in Tucson, Arizona, at home, at the age of 69. She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Sears of Los Angeles; her children, Brian Davis of the San Fernando Valley, California, Steven Davis of Denver, Colorado, Robin Dreyfuss of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and Lorraine Roux of Houston, Texas and by her dear friend, Roy Williams of Tucson, Arizona.
Jane was born in Los Angeles, California on October 15, 1928, the youngest daughter of Brian and Elizabeth Welch. Her grandfather, Arthur Parsons, designed and developed the canals of Naples, California; her great uncle, Jared Sidney Torrance, founded the city of Torrance, California. She attended Third Street Elementary School, John Burroughs Junior High School, Marlborough High School in Los Angeles and Bennington College in Vermont. Jane's fondest childhood memories were of growing up on a ranch in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. She loved helping with the animals and going on long horse back rides. Her love of animals was life-long and was only equaled by her love of fishing. She spent many years taking her children out deep-sea fishing in pursuit of the mighty marlin and the elusive swordfish. She also enjoyed fly fishing for trout and lake fishing for bass.
After raising four children, she went back to college to continue educating herself and started a whole second career as a teacher. She attended UCLA undergraduate and graduate school in Art History and earned a PhD in Medieval Art History. She began her distinguished teaching career at the University of Chicago in 1984-5, and then she moved to the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 1987-88. In 1988 she joined the Art History faculty at the University of Arizona. Jane Williams was an amazingly energetic scholar and teacher. Her book 'Bread, Wine and Money: the Trade Windows at Chartres Cathedral' added a new dimension of social analysis to the more traditional religious interpretation of the stained glass windows at Chartres Cathedral in France. She was the author of many papers and lectures in her field. Jane was also a beloved and dynamic teacher who received numerous University teaching awards and nominations; she was an inspiration to her students and colleagues. She galvanized the University community to form a joint PhD program in Art History with the Arizona State University and formed the 'Associates of Art History', a community group whose support has greatly enhanced the Art History program at the University of Arizona.
To her friends and colleagues she was a treasured professional, an engaging host, a brilliant cook and a loyal friend. To her family she was a constant source of fun, support and love. She was completely dedicated to her children and grandchildren, whom she adored. All her grandchildren, Charlie, Stephanie, Andre, Jessica, Isabella, Rebecca, Katie, Kelly and Hunter, loved her to distraction and will carry the memory of 'Grandma Fish' all their lives. Her children, Brian, Steven, Robin and Lorraine, and her long-standing friend, Roy Williams, are devastated by her loss, but relieved that her long struggle with cancer is finally over. She is now at the great library in heaven, enjoying the fruits of a long and fulfilling life. In lieu of flowers, she asked for contributions to a scholarship fund in her memory. Please send donations for the Jane Welch Williams Memorial Fund, made out to 'The Associates of Art History' care of Julie Plax, PhD, Associate Professor of Art History, Dept. of Art and Art History, University of Arizona, P.O. Box 210002, Tucson, AZ 85721-0002. Private funeral services will be held for the family. All who loved and respected her are welcome to attend a Memorial Service on May 17, 1:30 p.m. at the Center for Creative Photography Auditorium at the University of Arizona. Her family is looking forward to seeing you there.
BIDWELL, Adeline I., 78, of Tucson, passed away April 21, 1998. Survivors include children, Nancy Lee (John, KC7LIB) Kalmes, LaVern (Butch) Bidwell; grandchildren, Rory (Linda) Kalmes, Robin (Bobby) Gauthier; great-grandchildren, Chelsea and Tawney Kalmes and Dustyn and Daniel Gauthier; one brother, Gaylord E. Lenning of Marshalltown, Iowa, plus numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Thursday, April 23, 1998 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, Friday, April 24 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Craig Michaelson officiating.
CHU, Rose, 75, passed away on April 21, 1998. Beloved wife of Tim (Tien Yao); loving mother of Randy Chu of Tucson, Cynthia Leung of Phoenix and Debra Shimoda of Los Angeles; grandmother of James and baby Shimoda and sister, Grace Fong of Los Angeles and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Services will be held Saturday, April 25, 1998, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at ARIZONA MORTUARY, 7 E. University Blvd. Memorial Service will be held following visitation. She will be interred at Rose Hills Cemetery in Whitter, CA. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent to Chinese Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 2411 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.
DAVIS, James R., 63, M/Sgt. Ret. USAF of Tucson, passed away April 19, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Davis of Tucson; children, Cheryl (Rupert) Jones of VA, James Davis III of Phoenix, Mark Davis and Pamela Davis both of Tucson; sisters, Phyllis Hammond of Conn. and Dorothy Shores of PA; brother, Frank Turner of N.J; six grandchildren and a host of nieces nephews and friends. Mr. Davis served in the armed forces for over 31 years and was a member of Noah Consistory #55, Scimitar #108 and the Grandview Lodge #23. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 23, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 24, 1998 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Chapel #1, with Rev. Orlice Williams officiating. Followed by interment at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
DILLER, Carl William, age 87, a 41 year resident of Tucson, passed away April 21, 1998. Born July 25, 1910 in Jersey City, New Jersey . He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary; daughter, Carol (Jim) Benson; son, Richard (Michele) Diller; two grandchildren, Tracy and Mark; four great grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 24, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Pastor Rick Mensing of Lutheran Church of the Ascension officiating. Visitation one hour prior to service. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Heart Association.
DZUBAN, Walter, 80, of Tucson, succumb to cancer April 21, 1998, with his wife of 56 years, Arline and brother, Ted by his side. Born December 7, 1917 in Philadelphia, PA. Survived by wife, Arline; brother, Ted; daughters, Kathi Dwyer, Lori (Jim) Oien and greatly loved grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Amanda and Elizabeth. Walt came to Tucson in 1947 and worked for San Xavier Rock and Sand, M.N. Sundt, L.M. White, Southern Pacific R.R. and was a member of OPER. ENG. Local #428. In retirement, pop-pop spent much of his time woodworking, crafting cradles, bookcases, many of which he gladly gave away and tended to his daisies. His extra time was spent, ' holding court' at the Grant Rd.Lumber Mill. He will be greatly missed by all the lives he has touched. Great thanks goes to Kathy J., his hospice nurse. Memorial Services will be held at North Minister Pres. Church, 2450 E. Ft. Lowell, Friday, April 24 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carondelet St. Mary's Hospice, 1802 W. St. Mary's, 85745.
GRAHAM, Helen V., 90, died April 22, 1998. Survived by daughter, Judith Ann Murray; son-in-law, Charles B. Murray; grandchildren, Barry A. Murray (Diana), Traci A. Murray (Larry); great-granddaughter, Kayla E.Murray. Memorial Service, Friday, April 24, 11:00 a.m., St. Paul's Methodist Church, 8051 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TMC-Hospice in Helen Graham's name. 'OUT OF SIGHT BUT IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER!'
LINDSLEY, Sr., Lewis W. 'Lew' 89, of Tucson, AZ, died April 21, 1998. Preceded in death by beloved wife of 63 years, Helen; daughter, Virginia and son, Lewis Jr. He is survived by children, Phyllis (Bill) Mays of Cincinnati, Frances Westmeyer and George (Patricia) Lindsley all of Tucson; numerous grand, great and great-great-grandchildren. Lew retired from Magma Copper in 1973. No services are planned at this time. Donations may be made in Lew's memory to Hospice Family Care, 1125 E. Southern Ave. #201 Mesa, AZ 85204, Attn: Foundation. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.
LOPEZ, Frank Y., 46, Tucson, AZ, united with our Lord on April 20, 1998. Beloved husband of Susan R. Lopez for 16 years; beloved son of Aurora Y. Lopez and the late Francisco R. Lopez; loving brother of Frances L. Flores, Dora Gaona, Petra Lopez, Martha Dan of San Jose, CA, Rosie Sanchez of Madera, CA, Manuel Y. Lopez of Phoenix, AZ, Raymond Y. Lopez of Los Banos, CA. Preceded in death by brother, Hank Y.Lopez. Loving uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Loved and cherished by all who knew him. He will forever be remembered. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 23 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 24, 1998 at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone. Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 23 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
MITTELSTAEDT, John E., 87, of Tucson, died April 20, 1998. Survived by daughter, Sandra L. Mittelstaedt of Tucson; son, John D. Mittelstaedt-Jacobson of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Laurie Harry and Jay D. Mittelstaedt-Jacobson and three great-grandchildren. Private Services arranged by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
ORTA, Ricardo, 40, a five year resident of Sahuarita, formerly of San Diego, CA., died April 18, 1998, Survived by wife, Anette Orta; sons, Joseph Orta and Anthony Orta both of Sahuarita; mother, Lupe Soto; father, Ricardo Sota; father, David Orta Sr.; sisters, Lisa Cruz, Norma Tovar, Belia Anguiano and brothers, Carlos Orta and David Orta, Jr.; 10 nieces and 11 nephews. He was affiliated with Sun Mechanical Corp. and Amway Distributors. Services will be held Saturday, April 25, 1998, 11:00 a.m. at First Assembly of God, 1100 W. Calle Privada, Sahuarita, AZ with Rev. David V. Stowell officiating. Funeral Arrangements were handled by Green Valley Mortuary & Memorial Gardens.
PESCH, Troy C., 29, of Tucson, died April 19, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Leah of Tucson; father and stepmother, Henry and Cindy Pesch; mother and stepfather, Nancy and Bob Pearson; brother, Tim; sisters, Terry and Tiffany all of Houston; grandparents, Charles and Irene McClure of Deming, NM. Troy was a graduate student at the University of Arizona and a Phd candidate in chemistry and astronomy. He received his Bachelors in Chemistry in 1995 from Colorado State. Services will be held in Houston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Help On Call Crisis Line, PO Box 43696, Tucson, AZ 85733. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
Bertrand Lionel Renzetti - Passed away on the morning of April 21, 1998. Born in New Your City on March 1, 1923, he was 75 years old. At Columbia University he earned a Bachelors degree in Geology followed by a masters and doctor of Philosophy from Indiana University. In World War II, he went to Italy with 10th Mountain Division. He became a platoon sergeant, receiving a bronze star and a citation for outstanding courage and a disregard for his own personal safety while advancing his unit. His mining career took him overseas for nearly 30 years, primarily in Chile and Argentina. He retired in 1987 after initiating and leading Phelps Dodge's operations in Chile. He is survived by his wife Adriana and son Bertrand A. Renzetti, his daughter, Jeanne M. Winstead, and his sister Joan Durrant. A memorial mass will be held at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church on Campbell Ave. at 9 AM, Friday the 24 of April.
ALEMAN, Richard E., 36, died April 20, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by wife, Carol Hernandez; two daughters, Cassandra Aleman and Clarissa Aleman; one stepdaughter, Corina Zumano and stepson, Hector Zumano III; mother, Nellie Aleman; one brother, Roy Aleman and one sister, Sylvia Romero. Mass for Mr. Aleman will be Saturday, April 25, 1998 at 9:00 a.m., Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 1946 E. Lee. Visitation will be Friday, April 24, 1998 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
BALLEW, Mack L. 'SMSGT U.S.A.F. Ret.' 76, died April 22, 1998. Husband of Lou E. Ballew; uncle of Georgia (Don) Sailors and Stanley (Jocelyn) Gaines; brother-in-law of Cleo (Charles) Gaines, Hazel Heatherington and Norma and Ora Walden. Nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. Mr. Ballew retired from the Air Force after 25 years service then worked for 18 years at the AZ. Dept of Transportation, District 2 Materials Laboratory. Memorial Service, 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 25, 1998 at Flowing Wells Assembly of God, 3198 N. Flowing Wells with Pastor Steve Collins officiating. Memorial contributions in Mack's memory may be made to Hospice Family Care, 3443 E. Fort Lowell, Tucson, AZ 85716 or Flowing Wells Assembly of God, 3198 N. Flowing Wells, Tucson, AZ 85705. Interment of cremains at South Lawn Cemetery with full military honors by Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Honor Guard at a date to be announced. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
