HUBERT, Marjory, was born in Cummings, Kansas to Earl and Dorothy Eads. She had lived in Atchison and Oakley, KS; Tacoma, WA and Colorado Springs, CO, the last for 20 years. In 1993 she moved to Tucson, AZ. She had been a Private Duty L.P.N. throughout much of her life. She was married to Otis Schaffer in 1945. Her second marriage was to Duane Hubert in 1968, who preceded her in death in 1981. Marjory was also preceded in death by her brothers Claude Eads (1986) and Dale Eads (1993). Marjory is survived by her four sons, Richard Schaffer and Ernie Schaffer, both of Liberal, KS, Terrell Schaffer of Dallas, TX, Todd Schaffer of Atlanta, GA; one daughter, Karla Schaffer; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and her companion of six years, Ron Yorty. She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Tucson, and several social lodges: VFW Auxiliary in Colorado Springs; Eagles Auxiliary and Elks Lodge #2532 in Tucson. A Memorial Service was held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church Memorial Garden on June 15, 1998. Cremation is planned and a graveside service will be held in Cummings, KS on Monday, June 22, 1998. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
MCCOY, David, 47, of Tucson, died October 15, 1997. Private services have taken place. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
MERSEREAU, Lilian J., 76, died June13, 1998. Lilian was preceded in deathby her husband of 27 years, Robert T. Mersereau. She is survived by her son, Michael Mersereau and daughter-in-law, Ellen of Los Angeles, Calif.; three daughters, Yvonne Mersereau of Tempe, Andrea Mersereau of Knoxville, Tenn. and Michele Baun and son-in-law, William of Houston, Texas; one brother, Lester Hedemann; four sisters, Cordelia Obermueller, Celia Kershaw, Jean Zessin and Eloise Roskavich; three grandchildren, Kaleb Baun, Chandra Baun and Danielle Mersereau and many loving brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Lilian was born and raised in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hedemann. In 1943, she received her RN degree from the Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in St. Louis, MO. She immediately joined the Army Nurses Corp and was one of the first 13 nurses on Okinawa. She brought comfort to many US soldiers not only through her healing hands, but her beautiful singing voice which she shared with troops in the field. As 'Sweet Lorraine' on the Armed Forces Radio, she was the USA's answer to Tokyo Rose. Upon her marriage to Robert, an Air Force pilot, in 1948, Lilian left active service to raise her growing family. Lilian later returned to nursing and after moving to Tucson in 1967, she brought her special gifts to St. Joseph's Hospital, where she worked in the ICU until her retirement in 1985. A talented artist, poet, and singer, her greatest gifts were the joyful witnessing of her faith, her unbounded generosity and the unconditional love which she shared with all who knew her. A celebration of the joy and victory of Lilian's lifewill be held at Fountain of Life Lutheran Church, 710 South Kolb Road, Thursday, June 18, 1998 at 11:00 a.m., Pastor Craig Michaelson officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Fountain of Life Lutheran Church, Easter Seals of Southern, AZ., or your favorite charity. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
MORT, Shirley Jean. She is survived by her husband, Howard and four children, Terry (Dana) Mort, Tim (Patty) Mort, Susan (Allen) Cleveland, and April (John) Stueck, and 15 grandchildren. A gathering to honor her life will be held on Friday, June 19, at 322 E. Glenn, Tucson, AZ at 6:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 20, 1998 at Pantano Christian Church, 10355 E. 29th at 9:30 a.m. The family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Foundation in lieu of flowers.
NOBLE, Barbara 'Bobbie' Jean (nee Riddle), was born on September 28, 1937 in Douglas, AZ, and passed away in Tucson on June 14, 1998. She is survived by four sons, Brett (Sandy), Jimmy (Kelly), Gregg (Deb) of Tucson, and Shawn (Barb) of Colorado Springs, CO. She also leaves behind her adored grandchildren, twins Corey and Joshua, Jesse, Kristin and Cameron. Also survived by sister and brother-in-law, Norma and Dave Fisher; many loving aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as numerous friends and clients.
In 1997, she received her broker's license and opened her own business, 'Noble Country Realty', specializing in suburban and Avra Valley properties. She loved her work and expressed it by her attention to detail and by her faithfulness to her clients.
Bobbie's early years were spent on her maternal grandparent's ranch at Animas, New Mexico. Later, she rejoined her own family and attended school in Tucson. While she lived out-of-state occasionally, she always returned 'home' to Tucson, to work in real estate, on and off, for more than 30 years.
Bobbie will be remembered for her personal spunk, her love of 'having fun', her love for her four 'boys' and her grandchildren, and her family and friends.
She will be most sadly missed by all of us, but, we are confident that she joins brother, Frank Moore, mother, Zell Shaw; and grandson, Jared, to begin a shining new chapter in the cycle of Eternal Life.
At Bobbie's request, donations to the Cancer Fund are preferred. She also invites her friends to join the family, at her home, for a brief memorial service and 'party' to celebrate her life on Thursday, June 18, 1998 at 6:30 p.m.
ONSTOTT, Harvey H., 80, of Tucson, passed away June 14, 1998. Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Helen; children, Judy (Carson) Bowers, Denny Jo Yates, Mitchell Duane Onstott; 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert 'Mike' Onstott; one sister, Hazel Hansen; plus many other loving relatives and friends. Friends may call at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Thursday, June 18, 1998 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, Friday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment to follow at a later date.
ORTIZ, Daniel F., 34, of Tucson, passed away June 15, 1998. Preceded in death by grandparents, Florencia and Reynoldo Fraijo, Gertrude and Felipe Ortiz; sister, Bertha. Survived by mother of his children, Frances Vega; parents, Felipe and Angelina Ortiz; daughter, Priscilla; sons, Tony and Danny Jr.; sisters, Eva and Sylvia; brothers, Arnold, Felipe Jr. and Gilbert. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 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 on Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:30 a.m. at St. Margaret's Catholic Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Taken from us too soon, we'll miss you Danny. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
ROGERS, Catherine Ewing, 82, died June 15, 1998. Mother of Dee (Ron) Leitch and Hoyle (Paula) Rogers; sister of Andy (Helen) Branagh; sister-in-law of Izella Gregory; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral Service, 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, with Dr. Wayne North officiating. Burial in Douglas, Arizona. Mrs. Rogers lived in Douglas the greater part of her life. She was Past President of Business and Professional Women's Association of Douglas; retired from Mountain Bell as a Service Representative; life member of Telephone Pioneers of America; member of Presbyterian Church of Douglas, Coronado Chapter of Telephone Pioneers and B.P.O.E. Does #230 of Douglas. The family would like to thank the staff of The Cascades for their care and concern. Donations in memory of Catherine should be made to the charity of your choice. Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DOWNING, Alvena V., born in Battlecreek, MI, 1911. A Tucson resident since, 1946. The Angels came for Alvena and she joined her beloved husband, Emmett on June 17th, 1998. Alvena is survived by her children, Brent Downing and Donna Maclaskey. Also five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren survive. Graveside service, 9:00 a.m. Saturday, June 20 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
DUDAS, Laszlo, 79, of Tucson, returned to his Creator on Thursday, May 28, 1998. His children, Laszlo (Cassandra), Frank (Rigel) and Csilla; three grandchildren, Tristan, Tara and Shannon and one great-grandchild, Lucas and many relatives, survive him here and in Hungary. His wife preceded him in death by 15 days. Born in Nyiregyhaza, Hungary, he spent the first 26 years of his life there finishing at the Kossuth Lajos University in Debrecen. He left his homeland in 1945 due to communist occupation. The next seven years was spent in displaced persons camps in Germany, where he married his beloved wife, Sara. They came to the US in 1951, where he began his professional career as a mineralogist several years later with the Anaconda Company. He brought his family here in 1968 when the company moved to Tucson. Since 1972, he was a mineralogical consultant to many mining companies. He was recognized internationally in his field and was a member of several professional organizations. Until his death, he was involved with the Tucson Gem and Mineral Society. He and his wife owned and managed a small mail order business since 1956. He will be remembered for his loyalty and love toward his family and many friends.
Marian Sarah Trotter was born in Hopkins, Minn. on February 11, 1908 and died on June 15, 1998 at 90 years. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Dimond; son-in-law, John Dimond of Tucson; daughter-in-law, Dona Lee Trotter of IL; sister, Patricia Timmers of IA and sister-in-law, Virginia Empenger of CA. She has 11 grandchildren, Jeffrey (Sarah) Dimond of GA, Jodee (Rodger) Barnes of FL, Jennifer (Michael) Grady of AZ, Melinda (Oscar) Montano, Katherine (Dean) Kitchens, Scott Trotter, all of CA, Suzanne (Henry) Edmonds of MO, Charles (Lynn) Trotter, Anne (Mark) Hinkamp, Scott (Jennifer) Trotter, all of IL and Thomas (Amy) Trotter of TX. She also has 17 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Marian graduated from Hopkins High School. She married and moved to Chicago in 1926 where she attended Gunn School of Music and was an accomplished pianist. She then worked for the U.S. Civil Service Commission as an examiner for 22 years. In 1949 she married her second husband, Hugh Trotter. They moved West in 1959. While in California Marian became a realtor. When Hugh died in 1976 she retired and lived near her daughter. She has been a member of Christ Presbyterian Church for 20 years. Marian was a very gracious lady and her greatest legacy was teaching us all how to live. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m.Thursday, June 18 at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6565 E. Broadway with Rev. Steve Melde officiating. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Christ Presbyterian Church.
WARNER, Ronald Eugene, 'Buck Shot' 60, died June 15, 1998. Husband of Patricia Warner; son of Bernice Warner; father of Ronnie Jr., Bill, Chuck, Diana, Millie, Liz and Shari; brother of Margie, Doris and Lewis; 10 grandchildren including Jesse, Billie and Nikki also survive. He belonged to the Navy Seabee's and Veterans of American Island X3. He will be greatly missed by the truckers of America. Graveside Service, 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 19 at Tucson Memorial Park East Lawn. Friends may call from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
ANDERSON, Patricia Avice (Mooney), passed away at home on Saturday, June 13, 1998. She was born in Chorley Wood, Hertfordshire, England, February 28, 1926 of parents, James David Mooney (General Motors) and Leonore Jane Watson. Patricia attended Battle Abbey in Sussex, England, Ramona Convent in Alhambra, California; and was an Art graduate of Stanford University, where she met and wed, Frederick Scotford Anderson on January 17, 1953. She was active in art circles in Maryland and the Desert Artisans' Gallery, Tucson and in Tubac. Funeral Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 1998 in the chapel at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd. (in the foothills). Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
FOOR, Clayton M., loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, stepson and friend. Former General Counsel of the Wayne County Road Commission and former Special Assistant Attorney General of the State of Michigan, died June 15, 1998 at Denver International Airport, while traveling from Tucson to Detroit. He was 76 years old. He attended Cooley High School in Detroit, where he played football and was All City and All State guard. He attended the University of Michigan, where he played varsity football and was member of Sigma Chi. He entered the Army during World War II and was a First Lieutenant in the Military Police. Mr. Foor was an expert marksman. He commanded troops transporting and guarding prisoners of war. In the military he married Rose Ann McAnulty, a Second Lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corp. After the war, he graduated from Wayne state University Law School and worked as a lawyer for the Legal Aid Bureau. He joined the Wayne County Road Commission in 1953 and became General Counsel in 1979. Mr. Foor was a trial lawyer, an expert in condemnation law, and in transportation law. He was a member of the National Academy of Sciences Transportation Research Board, the Delta Theta Phi legal fraternity, the American Legion, the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Michigan, Zion Lodge No. 1 as a 33rd Degree Mason and Detroit Commandery No. 1 as a Knight Templar. Mr. Foor's son Clayton predeceased him. He is survived by his wife, Rose Ann; by his stepmother, Thelma Foor; by his four other sons, Robin (Que), Michael (JoAnn), Matthew and Kevin; by Clayton's son, Clayton; five other grandchildren, Elizabeth Rumohr (James), Briana Bonar, Katherine Foor, Anne Foor and Jonathan Foor; and one great-grandchild, Alexa Rumohr. Funeral Service, 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with Rev. Gary Guard officiating. Friends may call 4:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 19 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery.
John James 'Jack' Hattstaedt, 66, of Tucson, died on June 15, 1998. Born in Chicago, IL, Jack was first introduced to Arizona as a young boy when he attended The Little Outfit School in Patagonia. He has been a resident of this city since 1961. A graduate of the University of Arizona, Jack was a teacher and an active participant in United Way, the Rogers Elementary School PTA, and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Tucson. He was also a member of the Southern Arizona Hiking Club and the Tucson Jazz Society. Jack was married to the late Mary Jane O'Hara Hattstaedt. Survivors include son, James Matthew, Tucson and sister, Jane Hattstaedt Waters, Deering, NH. A memorial service will be held at the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Tucson at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 1998. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Casa de los Ninos.
JOHNSON, Richard J. 'Dick' 88, of Tucson, died June 17, 1998. He is survived by son, Kenneth (Ruthanne Penn); grandchildren, Troy Rankin and Michele (Vince) Divacro; and great-grandchildren, Aidan and Kendell Ann Divarco. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ona Johnson. He leaves behind close friends and caregivers, Gary and Gail Thomas; and many friends and poker partners. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (at Magee) from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 1998 with Funeral Services beginning at 2:00 p.m Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Optimist International Foundation through Adair Funeral Home, 8090 N. Northern Ave. Tucson, AZ 85704.
JONES, B.R., Jr., 73, of Tucson, entered into rest June 16, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Betty Lou of Tucson; son, Richard (Cynthia) Jones of Lake Powell, Utah; daughter, Sandra A. (John) Haeuser of Phoenix, Arizona and grandson, Nicholas also of Phoenix. It was Dick's wish that private family services be held. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
MORT, Shirley Jean, 63, passed away June 5, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Howard and four children, Terry (Dana) Mort, Tim (Patty) Mort, Susan (Allen) Cleveland, and April (Jon) Stueck, and 15 grandchildren. A gathering to honor her life will be held on Friday, June 19, at 322 E. Glenn, Tucson, AZ at 6:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 20, 1998 at Pantano Christian Church, 10355 E. 29th at 9:30 a.m. The family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Foundation in lieu of flowers.
SMITH, Felice M., age 50, of Tucson, passed away June 17, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Charles; daughters, Lisa Martinez of Tucson and April (Marc) Mashburn of Florida. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Sabrina, Taylor, Brianna and Ryan. Her father, Floyd McKiearnan and sister, Sue Blue also survive her. She is also survived by her stepchildren, Mike and Michelle Smith. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, June 19, 1998 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway). at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
TROTTER, Eleanor (Assenmacher), born in Lincoln, Nebraska, December 31, 1918, died peacefully in Tucson, Az. on June 15, 1998. Formally of New Brighton, MN. Her beloved husband, John D. Trotter, died in 1984. An extraordinary woman who filled our world with faith, fun, flowers, advice, wit and love. She is survived by her children, Bob (Paula) Trotter of Billings, MT, Joan (George) Ringstad of Edmonds, WA, Terry Anderson of New Brighton, MN, (Ken Anderson of Lindstrom, MN) and grandchildren, Ryan and Toni, Matthew and Amanda, Amy, Molly, Becky, Mindy, Kevin, Rick (Kelly) and great-grandchildren, Eric and Corey; sisters, Caroline, Claire, Jeannette, Joann, Jane and brother, Robert. Preceded in death by brothers, Eugene and Leo. Memories of her will live on in her family and her many good friends. Funeral Mass in Tucson, AZ at St. Odilia's Catholic Church, 7570 Paseo Del Norte, Saturday, June 20, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Visitation one hour before mass. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (at Magee).
ANDERSON, Patricia Avice (Mooney), passed away at home on Saturday, June 13, 1998. She was born in Chorley Wood, Hertfordshire, England, February 28, 1926 of parents, James David Mooney (General Motors) and Leonore Jane Watson. Patricia attended Battle Abbey in Sussex, England, Ramona Convent in Alhambra, California; and was an Art graduate of Stanford University, where she met and wed, Frederick Scotford Anderson on January 17, 1953. She was active in art circles in Maryland and the Desert Artisans' Gallery, Tucson and in Tubac. Funeral Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 1998 in the chapel at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd. (in the foothills). Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
