Virginia M. Munyon, 71, of Tucson, died July 1, 1998. Born in West Grove Township, Iowa on August 27, 1926 she moved to Tucson in 1986. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell E. Munyon; son, Wendell Lee Munyon and brother, Don Bailey. Survived by sons, Craig (Shirley) and John (Rhonda) Munyon; daughter-in-law, Karen Munyon as well as four grandchildren, Allen, Carrie, Jason and Aaron Munyon all of Tucson; her mother Lucille Bailey; brothers, Richard (Kay) Bailey, Francis (Janet) Bailey, David (Rhonda) Bailey, Dennis (Judy) Bailey; sisters, Ailene Rooney, Patty (Grant) Poindexter all from Iowa; sister-in-law, Bev Bailey and many loving nieces and nephews. Graveside inurnment services will be held on Saturday, July 11, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Road. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Carondelet Hospice, St. Mary's Hospital, 1802 W. St. Mary's Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
RUSSELL, Charles J., 79, of Tucson, died July 2, 1998. Arrangements by family owned, ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
SMITH, Mollie C., 86, passed away July 1, 1998. Survived by her sons, Earl (Doris) Clayton and Alex Claytor; five grandchildren, Earl Jr, Janet, Darren, Vicki and Jimmy; four great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Enders and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 6, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
THORNTON, Helen Louise, 81, of Tucson, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 1998. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond. Helen is survived byher cousins, Ellen Ford of Tucson; Betty Jungblut of Lockport, Ill. Funeral Services, 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 6, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Avenue. Visitation for family and friends Sunday, July 5 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
CARPENA, Edward F., Sr., 46, of Tucson, passed away July 1, 1998. Survived by wife, Hilda N. Carpena; daughters, Bianca and Barbara; sons, Edward Jr., Joshua, and Joseph Carpena; sister, Sandra (Manuel) Caballero; brother, Jackie Carpena. Also survived by mother-in-law, Mary C. Nogales and family; and by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 1998 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at St. Margaret's Church, 801 N. Grande Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Margaret's Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MULRAIN, Charles W. 'Muldoon', age 82, of Tucson, returned to our Lord on July 4, 1998. Born in Chicago, IL on July 31, 1915. Retired from Peoples Gas Co. of Chicago. A loving and devoted family man, he is survived by his wife of 17 years, Dorothy; brother, Clyde of Wisconsin; daughters, Pat English of Tucson; Melody Conter of Chicago, Mary Spiros and Nancy Simpson of Tucson; 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and all those who loved him. He is preceded in death by loving wife, Ruth of 36 years. Graveside Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 7, at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME.
NAVARRO, Mary Salome, Born October 22, 1912, Tucson, AZ, died July 2, 1998. Predeceased by husband, Antonio S. Navarro. She is survived by son, Richard (Nancy) Navarro; daughter, Leonore (James) Polito; sister, Betsy Grinnell; brothers Gilbert and Manuel Verdugo; seven grandchildren. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 6, 1998, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Burial in Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mary's name to Alzheimer's Association, Southern Arizona Chapter, 2221 N. Rosemont Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85712. We would like to give special thanks to Joel and Alma Gibson, owners of Spring Hills Care Home and their staff for the excellent and loving care given to Mary. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 6, 1998, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
QUINNAN, Roger Philip, 68, of Henderson, NV, formerly of Tucson, AZ, died June 29, 1998. Survived by wife, Wendy; children, Mark (Liz) Quinnan, Mary (Stephen Nash) Quinnan, Matthew (Edie) Quinnan, Maureen Quinnan, John Quinnan and Luke Quinnan; stepdaughter, Kimberly Samuelson; 11 grandchildren; brother, Brian Quinnan; sister, Patricia Hill. Memorial Service willbe held 5:00 p.m Wednesday, July 8 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. An Irish Wake will beheld following the memorial service at the Reddington Room, Double Tree Guest Suites, 6555 East Speedway Blvd. from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your favorite children's charity.
Fernando Rivera, 29, of Tucson, passed away June 28, 1998. He is survived by his mother, Francisca Rivera; daughter, Miriam Rivera; siblings, David (Reyna), Norma, Pauline, Frances, Valentin (Gloria), Robert, Margarita and Isabel (Albert) as well as many nieces and nephews who love him very much. Friends may call beginning at 4:00 p.m. on July 7, 1998 at Cristo Rey Church, 4821 W. Calle Vicam. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be said on Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvario Cemetery. Arrangements by Heather Mortuary, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd. Fernando will always live in our hearts.
GUNDY, John Reuben, 75, succumbed Sunday morning, July 5, 1998 to complications caused by a propane grill explosion at his home on June 24, 1998. He was a man blessed with a youthful vigor and a zest for life, bringing a special joy to all of his family. A WW II Veteran, he joined the Navy upon his high school graduation in 1942. He fought in the Battle of Normandy and was wounded in the Southern Italy Invasion, being Honorably Discharged in 1945. He attended Iowa State University. Born in Gary, Indiana on March 27, 1923. He spent most of his life in Indianapolis, Indiana as a Realtor and Broker. Resident of Tucson since 1992. Known affectionately as Jack, he was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by three brothers, Richard, Clete and Robert; his wife, Pam; her three daughters, Kimberly, Angela and Kristen; his four children, Michael, Kathy, Mark and Peter; and nine grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all. Memorial Mass, 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 215 S. Craycroft. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MCMAHON, William J., died July 5, 1998. Family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, are handling arrangements.
RIVAS, Manuel, 84, of Tucson, died July 2, 1998. He is survived by his children, Gloria (Jose) Valenzuela, Soledad Cruz, Ricardo (Linda) Rivas, Francisco (Margaret) Rivas, Rudy (Minda) Rivas and Norbert (Maria)Rivas; 22 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren also survive. Friends may call at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd. on July 7, 1998 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be at St. Augustine Cathedral on July 8, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
SVENHEIM, William, died July 4, 1998 after a long illness. Bill is survived by his wife, Marian; four children, Greg Svenheim of Fairport, NY; Donna Lee of Manchester, TN; Gail Ellsworth of Ellsworth, ME; and Scott Svenheim of Phoenix, AZ. Also survived by three grandchildren, Kasha and Marisa Ellsworth and Erica Svenheim; and his sister, Martha Steckler of Jackson Corners, NY. Bill was a retiree of General Electric and a member of the Elks. Memorial Service will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 8 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Memorial contributions may be made in Bill's name to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan, Tucson, 85712 or the Human Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, 85716.
ALPERT, Rev. O.R., Thd., 86, died July 6, 1998. Survived by two sisters. Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with Pastor Richard E. Leis officiating. Interment to follow at TMP East Lawn Cemetery. Donations in Rev. O.R.Alpert's memory may be made to Desert Chapel Building Fund, 5901 E. 2nd St.Tucson, AZ. 85711. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.
BRUZINA, Joseph, 71, died July 7, 1998. Funeral arrangements pending by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
CARR, Joseph H., 82, of Tucson, died July 5, 1998. A 30 year resident of Tucson. Born in Brooklyn NY. A WWII U.S. Army veteran. Survived by his sister, Frances Montlary and nieces, Christine Berry and Patrice Carrillo. Private services. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
CLARK, Charles R., passed away July 5, 1998 at the VA Medical Center Hospice. Mr. Clark was a resident of Tucson since 1966. He is survived by his four children, Rory, Keith, Merita, Craig and nine siblings. He was a generous and caring man. He will be greatly missed. Services will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL 3435 N. 1st Ave, July 8 at 3:00 p.m., followed by a small gathering at the Clarions Inn, Cactus Room, located at 6801 S. Tucson Blvd., immediately following the memorial service.
COOPER, Mildred Dolores, 61 years, of Tucson, passed June 30, 1998. Survived by her husband, Ludis J. Cooper of Tucson, to whom she was married for over 12 years. Mildred's father John Henry, preceded her in death. Her mother Bennette H. Cleveland, resides in Tucson. Mildred was born in Harris County, Texas. Mildred is survived by her children, John Benjamin Marion, Paul Anthony Cannon both of Calif., Deborah Joyce Alexander, Delores Ann Alexander both of Tucson, Linda Marie Dunson of Hawaii, Cynithia Diane Howell of Tucson, Deborah Maxwell of Phoenix; grandchildren, Terrencee Williams, Michael C. Darton and Marcus Lee Darton all of Tucson. Also a great-aunt, Minnie Ola of Texas. Mildred's daughter, Stacey Marie Alexander and sister, Barbara Ann Kozoc, preceded her in death. Mildred's early education, was obtained thru Tucson High School and Pima Community College. Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 10, 1998 at 11:00 a.m., Grace Temple Baptist Church, 1019 East 31st with Rev. D. Grady Scott officiating. Visitation Thursday, July 9, 1998, 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S.Park Ave. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
COTA, George T., 44, of San Manuel, passed away July 4, 1998. He was born September 14, 1953 in Nogales, Arizona. He grew up in Tucson and moved to San Manuel 20 years ago where he had worked for BHP Copper Co. for 26 years and belonged to the Steel Workers Union. He was active in civic affairs belonging to the Lions Club, American Legion, helping with the Food Bank, and the Adopt-A-Highway program. AS hobbies he enjoyed playing golf, hunting, archery, motorcycle riding and working on cars. Survivors include his wife, Judy L. Cota; daughters, Diana, Sarah and Georgette Cota all of San Manuel; parents, Nacho M. and Monchia Cota of Tucson; brothers, Ignacio A., Jose, Salvador T., Danny T., Jimmy T., and David T.; sisters, Frances T., Ursula R., Marcia T. Noperiand Julie Y.; four grandchildren. The wake service will be at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Bartholomew's Catholic Church, Main St. & Park Pl. in San Manuel. The Mass will be Thursday at 9:00 a.m. also at St.Bartholomew's. Interment will be at Oracle Cemetery in Oracle. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, (520) 363-5353.
GODBEY, Kathleen, 72, died July 5, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, Col. Donald E. Godbey, March 26, 1997. Survived by her children, Priscilla A. Miller, Elizabeth A. Godbey and Donald E. Godbey Jr; grandchildren, Martha Jane Vehlewald, Susan H. Patterson, Robert H. Miller Jr.and Kathleen E. Miller; great-grandchildren, Justin Vehlewald, Nathaniel Miller and Nora Patterson. Visitation will be 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Mass will be 9:00 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 1998 at St. Pius X Church, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Remembrance may be made to the Casa de los Ninos Crisis Nursery, 347 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85705.
GRANESE, Charlotte Emily, 74, died July 7, 1998. Wife of Harry Granese for 50 years; sister-in-law of Jean (Norman) Getler. Graveside Service, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 1998 at Desert Vista Cemetery with Pastor John Witkop officiating. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HUNTER, Jean E., 90, died July 2, 1998. Mother of David B. (Jean) Hunter of Las Cruces, NM, John C. (Marcia) Hunter of Saratoga Springs, NY and Roberta H.(Edward) Miller of Tucson; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive. Daughter of Valorous and Edith Winney. Preceded in death by husband Burritt D. Hunter and sister, Marion Clayton both of Saratoga Springs, NY. She was married for 54 years, a former telephone operator with New York Bell and lifetime membership in United Methodist Church. At her request no services are planned. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
JACKSON, Robert N., 82, of Green Valley, died July 6, 1998. Arrangements by Heather Mortuary, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
MACFARLANE, Arlo John, age 64, of Tucson, Arizona, born in Fairfax, Minnesota, died Saturday, June 28, 1998 in Mesa, AZ. At his request, no services to be held. He retired in 1995 from Steiner Corporation, a Route Salesman at American Linen Co. for 12 years. Survivors include his wife, Linda MacFarlane; daughters, Amber Liskey, Denise Bradway; sons, Loyal of Prescott and his wife Krystal, Ken and Larry; brothers, Loyal and Marl MacFarlane. Mesa Funeral Care, 400 S. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ, (602) 830-4422 is handling arrangements.
