LANDON, Mary P., 97, died July 14, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
MAYER, Peter B., 90, a resident of Tucson since 1946. Born February 8, 1908, in Chicago, IL, passed away July 13, 1998. His parents were Peter F. and Freida Mayer. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ruth Adams Mayer; son, Peter A. (Joanne); grandchildren, Peter L. (Anne) Mayer, Pam (Jim) Gates, Patricia (Joseph) Dorgan, Peggy (Rick) Taylor; six great-grandchildren; step-grandchildren, Elyse (David) Daoust and Tony Oskins; three step-great-grandchildren; sisters, Agnes Hauch and Edna (George) Biringer; brothers, Al, Charles (Lucille) and Robert (Lorraine). In 1930, Pete graduated from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL. He was a Captain in the Army, 1942-1945. He retired from Tucson Tallow in 1973. Pete was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church and Elks Lodge 385. Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be Saturday, August 1, 1998, 4:00 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 E. University. The Family suggests donations in lieu of flowers be made to a children's charity of your choice.
MEES, Quentin Michael 'Mike' died June 18, 1998. Memorial Service July 18, 11:00 a.m. at Arizona Mortuary, University and Stone.
Ian Patrick Sullivan - The Beloved son of Angela Johnson and John R. Sullivan, both of Tucson, died Wednesday, July 15, 1998 after a long illness. He was 11 years old. Born on March 1, 1987, Ian lived a life full of love and laughter, which he shared unreservedly with family and friends, as well as with the caregivers, teachers, nurses and doctors who gave generously to him of their talents and time. Despite the struggles he faced due to a severe lung condition, Ian possessed a unique and fearless joie de vivre which enabled him to live fully in the moment as few people can. His ready smile, deep belly laugh and inquisitive eyes captured the attention and admiration of all who knew him. Playful, determined, curious and affectionate, Ian especially enjoyed swimming, puppets, puzzles, videos, his dog Pushka and, as his mother often put it, 'anything Sesame Street.' A native Tucsonan, Ian was a member of St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, where he celebrated the sacrament of First Holy Communion on February 1, 1998. Ian attended Rillito School, enjoyed the kindness and enthusiasm of his devoted teachers. His brief but rich life included a 1991 family reunion in Madison, Connecticut, with his maternal grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins, made possible by a grant from the Make A Wish Foundation. Ian was happiest during this and other visits with relatives, for he was in his element among people and at parties. Having deeply touched the lives of his parents, extended family, friends, teachers and caregivers, Ian will be sorely missed by all. The family wishes to extend its sincere gratitude to all who gave their loving care and friendship to Ian during his journey among us. Memorial Service will be at St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church on Friday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m.
WILLIAMS, Nancy A., 43, passed away July 10, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by two daughters, Elaine (Matthew) Searer and Jennifer (Justin) Collier; parents, James and Marjorie Hously; two brothers, David and Michael Hously and two grandsons. Preceded in death by one son, James Williams. Memorial Services for Nancy will be Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at Wolfrey Peace Chapel, 5225 E. Speedway.
WYMER, Donald L., 64, of Tucson, died July 14, 1998. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jack; his sister Audrey and his mother, Marian. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Resauda; his son, Stephan (Lisa); his daughter, Carole; his beloved grandchildren, Stephanie and Jeffrey and many dear friends. Don was born in Hubbard, OH and lived in Phoenix, AZ where he attended Phoenix Union High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and worked for 22 years for Anaconda/Anamax Mining Company and then for 10 years for the City of Tucson – City Court. He loved to laugh and listen to Frank Sinatra, but most of all he was a devoted husband and father. A viewing will be held Friday, July 17, 1998 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 1998 at Tucson Baptist Temple.
BROWN, Evelyn Winnifred, age 83, left this world July 16, 1998 to go be with her Savior Jesus Christ. She was born in Toledo, Ohio in 1915. married the late Floyd E. Brown and lived her life in Denver, Colorado. In 1994, she moved to Tucson to be with her daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Strong (Dr. J. Steven Strong) & son, Mr. and Mrs. F. Edwin Brown, Jr. Also survived by grandson, Mr. Steven T. Strong (Mrs. Karina Strong); great-grandchildren, Natalie and Nicole Strong of Tucson and grandson, Captain Mark Clifford Strong (Mrs. Donita Strong) of Oklahoma. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m. at the Tanque Verde Lutheran Church, 8625 E. Tanque Verde. Contributions may be made to Tanque Verde Lutheran Care Homes and Tanque Verde Lutheran Church for Education. Arrangements in Tucson by family owned Adair Funeral Homes, Dodge & Speedway and Hampden Memorial Gardens in Denver, Colorado.
MAUL, John Conrad Jr., age 80, died July 15, 1998 at his home in Nogales, Arizona. He was known to all of his friends and colleagues as Jack. He was born in Burbank, California May 4, 1918. He was educated in the Nogales school system.After graduation from high school he attended Otis Art Institute in California and Cornell University School of Architecture in New York and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of Arizona in 1948. During the World War II years Jack was in the Army language school in the Russian section. Jack's family were Nogales pioneers. He lived in Santa Barbara, many years in Tucson and last approximately 20 years in Nogales, Arizona. Jack was an artist whose paintings were exhibited in one man shows in a number of galleries in various cities and always received with great interest and acclaim. All of his life he was true to a unswerving unique sense of aesthetics in every phase of his life. Harrison Moore, a contemporary artist once wrote about an exhibition of Jacks, as 'an impression of change and liveliness…shows how powerfully there runs between the pictures a current of a personality and of our times. He is an innovator and an heir, consciously and unconsciously of a treasure made up by the exacting tradition of modern art. The technical sensitivity of these pictures and the naturalness of that sensitivity makes one aware of an artistic and workmanlike conscience. Here painting like music becomes its own content, possessing it, giving it life and meaning.' 'His pictures are not pictures of anything they are projections of our world.' At John Maul's expressed wish to have only a memorial service; this will be announced at a future date. Contributions in his memory may be paid to the Tucson Museum of Art or to the Hilltop Gallery of Nogales, Arizona or to any institution of your choice.
PLAAS, George E., 89, passed away July 8, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Elsa Plaas; one daughter, Elsa McLean and two grandchildren. Memorial Service for Mr. Plaas will be Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. at Sunset Hills Congregation, 2121 W. Canada. Arrangements by Wolfrey Peace Chapel, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
RIVERA, Ernestina Q., 88, of Tucson, passed away July 14, 1998. Survived by sons, Albert and Rodolfo (Judianne); four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 19, 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 Monday, July 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Family suggest donations be made to the St. Augustine's Maintenance Fund. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Elsie Thomas Waddell, 85, entered the Spiritual World on Monday, July 13, 1998. Elsie was born in Sperry, Iowa on March 21, 1913 to Jesse and Myrtle Thomas. As a young girl, she helped to work the family farm, then went on to complete nurse's training in Burlington, Iowa in 1934. She then ventured west to Tucson in 1937, where she met Emmett Pratt Waddell, and the two were married here in 1939. Elsie practiced nursing in Tucson hospitals, and for local doctors, including her husband, until 1989. She was a devoted mother, 4H leader and active church member, as well as a trusted friend to so many who were fortunate to know her. Elsie was recognized recently by a local newspaper for her good influence and lessons of friendship with the children in her neighborhood. Elsie lived a life of love and use to her family and community from her early days on the farm to her last days in this world, as she gave those that she touched time to say goodbye. She is still with us in our hearts and in our minds through the many good ways that she lived her life. Elsie is survived by her children, Tom, Seid, Patricia, Elizabeth, Sally and Alex; as well as 26 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many loving friends, both young and old. She goes on to be with her parents, her brothers and sister, husband Emmett; son, John and many loved ones. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m. at Sunrise Chapel, 8421 E. Wrightstown Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Sunrise Chapel Memorial Garden Fund. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
KILGUS, Marjorie P., 85, of Tucson, died July 17, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emil Kilgus. Born in Kansas City, Kansas, she lived many years in Dallas, Texas before moving to Tucson. She is survived by her sister, Lillian M.Borg of Tucson; nephew, Clayton E. Borg of Tucson; niece, Mary B. Cates of Dallas, Texas; grandnieces, Emily K. Cates of Dallas and Jennifer E. Cates of Richmond, VA. There will be no services. Send memorials to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
ADAMS, Gloria Jean, 55, of Tucson, died July 19, 1998, following a five month battle with cancer. Gloria is survived by her husband, Norman Wayne Adams; her two children, Kimberly and Shawn; her brother, Gary Graham, as well as numerous family and friends. Gloria was born in Tucson to Oral 'Bill' Vernon and Muriel Maxine Graham. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Orlean Graham. Gloria was the first jury commissioner in Pima County. She was a very active member of her church group as well as the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Viewing will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, 5401 S. Park Avenue at 6:30 p.m. July 22, 1998. Prior to the viewing there will be a Beta Sigma Phi Memorial Ceremony beginning at 6:00. Funeral Service to be held at Christ Community Church, 7801 E. Kenyon at 9:00 in the morning, Thursday, July 23, 1998. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, AZ Kidney Foundation or Christ Community Church. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
MULLEN, Captain George E. (Joe), US Army Retired, passed away on July 16, 1998. Born on July 21, 1910 in Modesto, IL. He is survived by Florence, his wife of 66 years; daughter, Cindy (Ben) Rishel of Tucson; grandsons, Captain Jeremy D. Rishel, USMC (Erica) of Yakoda, Japan, Jamie Aaron (Melissa), Jeffrey Benjamin and Jordan Christopher Rishel of Tucson and two great-grandsons, Jacob Aaron and Michael Anthony Rishel of Denver, CO. He is also survived by one brother, Dr. M.A.Mullen of Lombard, IL., and several nieces and nephews. Capt. Mullen was preceded in death by three brothers, three sisters and one grandson, Jonathan Edward Rishel. Capt. Mullen served as company commander of the 112th Infantry, Company D., 28th Division in World War II receiving the Purple Heart, four Battle Stars and a Bronze Star. He was a life member of the Retired Officers Assn., The Veterans of Foreign Wars Catalina Post 4903, Tucson, AZ., and Post 27 of the 28th Division, Erie, PA. He was also a member of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, the Tucson Chapter of the Retired Officers Association, BPOE #427 of Wichita, KS. for 52 years and the united Commercial Travelers for 50 years. He was a charter member of the Retired Officers Association at McConnell AFB in Wichita, KS. He organized and was the first Post Commander of VFW Post 5117 of Carthage, IL. Capt. Mullen was a District 70 IAM representative in Wichita, KS from 1956 to 1964, was a City of Wichita Park Board Commissioner, a member of Wichita Area Track and Field Officials, and Vice-President of the board of Directors of Riverside Hospital in Wichita, KS from January 1963 until the time he resigned to move to Tucson in August 1979. He was employed as Relocation Officer for HUD in Wichita, KS from 1967 until his retirement in 1975. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Monday, July 20, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. with Full Military Honors. Entombment to follow at East Lawn Palms Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions in Capt. Mullen's memory be made to Hospice Family Care, 310 S. Williams Blvd., #210, Tucson, AZ 85711.
ZUSMAN, Robert Wayne, 62, died July 16, 1998. Husband of Laurel; father of Laura (Doug) Thompson, Lisa (Norman) Record, Patricia Habetler and Linda (Mark) Soto; grandfather of Andrew, Nicole, Christopher and Kaitlyn; first wife, Elaine Riley also survives. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Private family service by Rabbi Joseph S. Weizenbaum, Congregation Ner-Tamid. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 20, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with Pastor Jonathan King officiating.Contributions in Mr. Zusman's memory may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc., Inc. Tucson Chapter, 40 N. Swan, Suite #116, Tucson, AZ.
Gawthorpe, Major Darrel L., Command Pilot, U.S.A.F. (Retired), passed away Friday, July 17, 1998, in Tucson, Arizona. He was born in Sparks, Oklahoma on October 27, 1922. Darrel has joined his beautiful bride, Genelle, and we are confident they are now doing loops, barrel rolls, and lazy eights through the heavens together hand in hand. Darrel was preceded into heaven by his bride, Genelle; his brother, Earl; sister, Alberta; mother, Mamie; and father, Earl. Darrel is survived by his three sons, Robert, Rand (Kris), and David; his grandchildren, Erik (Jeannie), Kimberly, Rachel (Edward), and Darrel (Amanda); four great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Coleen Gawthorpe; niece Saundra King; nephews, John King and Greg Gawthorpe; numerous other nieces and nephews; and even more numerous friends. Darrel was always extremely proud and anxious to speak about his hardworking, well-educated Oklahoma family. He was a journeyman carpenter at the tender age of 16, and joined the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Against great odds, he received his pilot's wings in 1944 and became a B-17 pilot. After WWII, Darrel returned to a successful general contracting career only to be recalled into the new U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He then decided to remain in 'his' Air Force for a career, including the Vietnam War, until retirement in 1968. Shortly thereafter, Darrel returned to Tucson to begin another very successful general contracting career. Darrel was a very well-educated, hardworking patriotic gentleman who loved his family above all else. Darrel was a member of Rincon Rotary, Daedalians, and Masonic Lodge Builders 60. Memorial Service, with full military honors, will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HANSEN, Iress M., age 93, born August 24, 1905 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Passed away July 18, 1998. Preceded in death by husband, Steve; daughter, Beatrice; sons, Roy, Ray, Jerry and S/Sgt Sidney Star. Survived by son, Charles of Tucson, AZ; son, Phillip of Olympia, Washington; daughter, Nina of Port Angeles, Washington; daughter, Rosalie of Connell, Washington; and daughter, Karen of Concord, California; also numerous grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. No services are planned for Tucson with interment scheduled to be held at Coeur d' Alene Memorial Chapel Cemetery in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to T.M.C. Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712 or Adult Care Facility, Casa de Compassion, 8102 E 6th St., Tucson, AZ 85710. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HEIMBACH, Dorothy, In loving memory. Born June 6, 1927 and taken by the angels on the morning of July 18, 1998. She will be deeply missed by her family: her husband, Warren; her two children, Gary (Betty) and Gail (Jerry); and her five grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the University of Arizona Cancer Research Center or Carondelet Hospice. Memorial Services will be held Monday, July 20, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the Koch Chapel at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 1949 E. Helen St., Tucson, AZ. Services conducted by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd (327-6341).
STOCKEN, Daryl J., 76, died July 17, 1998. She is survived by son, Jerry (Joan) Lohrentz; grandchildren, Kim Hentz, Kerry Baldwin, and Kelly Brockway; great-grandchildren, David Hentz, Jerald, Sherry, and Brooke Baldwin, and Zachary Brockway; aunt, Gervaise Wright. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., Wednesday, July 22, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
UMSCHEID, Donald Arthur, 74 years old, died Friday, July 17, 1998 in Tucson at the V.A. Medical Center. He was born in Newark, New Jersey and has been a retired resident of Tucson for the past ten years. He held many sales positions and owned a milk distributorship in the Plainfield, New Jersey area. He was an avid sports fan and, while attending Nutley High School, was rated one of the top three baseball pitchers in New Jersey. He later played semi-pro ball in the Florida coast league for a farm team of the New York Giants. He was a World War II veteran in the Army 98th Division who served in Hawaii and Japan. Surviving are his loving wife, Mimi; three sons, Dean and Karl of North Cape May, NJ, and Kurt of Pomona, NJ; six grandchildren. Services and viewing will be held at the WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, on Tuesday, July 21, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. with the Service at 3:00 p.m. Burial will be in a national veterans' cemetery in New Jersey.
McDANIEL, Randy, 46, died peacefully in his sleep at home on or about July 14, 1998, after spending the weekend attempting to prepare his home so that he could join his wife and stepdaughter in Colorado Springs, CO. Randy is survived by his wife, Marilyn McDaniel; children, Laura and Scott McDaniel, and Jessica Turner; mother, Lois Dresden. Friends may visit with the family 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 20, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Services and burial to be in Seattle, WA, Thursday, July 30, 1998.
