STODDARD, Julia Agnes, 81, died July 24, 1998. Survived by her loving husband and best friend of 50 years, Walter J. Stoddard; and her loving family, daughters, Judy (Anson) Hokett, and Jeanne Lewis; grandsons, Lt. Walter (Melissa) Hokett and John Lewis; brothers Fr. Richard Donaldson, William (Bernice) Donaldson and Robert (Marion) Donaldson; sisters, Margaret V. Jacob and Patricia Williams. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. She was a retired realtor. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 28, 1998, at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco with Fr. Richard Donaldson officiating. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, and Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
BARTSCH, William F., 65 years old, died Sunday, July 26, 1998 in Tucson. Born on February 28, 1933 in Norway, Michigan. Survived by his wife, Jean Bartsch of Tucson; three sons, Greg (Natalie) Bartsch of Tucson, Jeffrey (Cheryl) Bartsch of Florence, AZ, Jody Bartsch of Tucson; sister, Elizabeth Damian of Minnesota; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
BROOKS, Zola, 84, of Graham, WA, also of Tucson, died July 22, 1998 in Graham, WA. She was owner/operator of a beauty shop. Born in Mesa, AZ, her survivors include husband, Gerald C. Brooks; daughters, Shirlene Danford and Linda VaVerka; sons, Jerry D. Brooks; sister, Nsthell Fuller; brothers, Ernest, Jearl, Ned, Galen, Alvern, and Thyrl Lisonbee; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday July 28, 1998 at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. MacDonald St., Mesa, AZ, one hour prior to service. Service Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. at Lincoln Ward, 1050 S. Hobson St. Mesa, AZ. Arrangements by Meldrum Mortuary52 N. MacDonald St., Mesa, AZ 834-9255
COWLEY, Anna P., of Oro Valley, AZ, died July 26, 1998 after a brief illness. She was born June 3, 1921 in Akron, OH to Harley O. and Osa J. Prather. A widow for six years, she was married for 49 years to Raymond L. Cowley. She was a dedicated nurse and a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Diann (Guy) Belleranti and granddaughters, Gwen and Emily all of Oro Valley, AZ and siblings, Arden Prather, Decatur, AL, Delores Meyer, Belton, TX, Helen Lynch, Dorothy Orians, Bertie Lou Prather, Richard, Donald and Claude Prather, all of Akron, OH. In-laws, Thomas and Martha Cowley and Clara Holtz, all of Las Vegas also survive her. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (at Magee).
Edward John Fahy, Born in Brooklyn, NY January 12, 1932, moved to Arizona in 1956, passed away July 24, 1998 in Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his son, Brian Fahy of Tucson; daughters, Rhonda Fahy of Aurora, IL and Kelly Ganje of Phoenix and seven grandchildren. Ed was a US Veteran and a member of the American Legion. Memorial Service will be held at East Lawn Palms Chapel, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 1:00 p.m.
Bobby W. Murray Jr., Born July 22, 1966 and died Tuesday, July 21, 1998. Bobby is survived by his mother, Carolyn (Robert) Austin; father, Bob Sr.(Emily) Murray of NM; daughters, Samantha and Synthia Murray; sisters, Dawn (Kerry) Black, Casey (Henry) Araiza, Crystal Murray of NM; brother, John Jay (Nancy) Murray of TN; grandparents, Zoleme Leon; niece, Nicole Birchak; nephew, Henry Daniel Araiza; numerous aunts, uncles, family and friends. Visitation for family and friends Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Avenue from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a service at 6:00 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
PLECKO, Emil, 83, died July 25, 1998.Husband of Helen Plecko for 49 years; uncle of Baniuta Kroeger of St. Charles, Illinois, Susan Plecko of Seattle, Washington and Emil Plecko of Riverside, Illinois. Emil was a member of American Legion Post 36 and B.P.O. Elks #2663. Donations in Emil's memory may be made to ones favorite charity. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
RUBIO, Aurora, 77, of Tucson, born September 15, 1920, died July 24, 1998. Survived by sons, Carlos (Joan) Monteverde, Armando (Elsa) Monteverde; sister, Beatrice Lopez; grandsons, Paul, James, Armando (Victoria) and Christopher (Triny) Monteverde; great-grandchildren, Stephanie and Luis Monteverde. Also survived by her very special friend, Nellie Ortega. Ms. Rubio worked at St. Mary's Hospital for 35 years as a nurse's aide. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 1998 from 5:00 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 on Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 9:00 at St. Margaret's Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
WARE, Archie, born November 10, 1909 in Washington, D.C. Son of Lambert and Roberta Ware. Retired in 1973 from Washington Tobacco Co. then moved from his home in Bethesda, MD. to Tucson, AZ. He died at his home July 26, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by Nell Ware, his wife of 55 years; a niece, Linda McPherson of Tucson; a nephew, Emil Posey of Huntsville, Ala. and a cousin, Dr. Regis Boyle of Washington, D.C. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Mausoleum. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DALY, Mary B., 95, of Tucson, passed away July 25, 1998. She is survived by son, John and his wife, Margaret Daly; five grandchildren, Elaine and her husband, Steve Elliott, Beverly and her husband, Tim Barnett, Sharon and her husband, Todd Cooper, Kelly and her husband, Jack Bradley, Chuck and his wife, Christine Daly; 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Paul Daly in November 1997. Also preceded in death by five siblings. She was active in the First Christian Church and Missionary Alliance. Visitation will be one hour prior to service 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 1998 at HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan, with Rev. Ben Findley officiating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
DEWITT, Ruth Vivian, 69, died June27, 1998. Wife of Donald DeWitt for 48 years and sister of Betty Baker. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Ruth was preceded in death by her son, Don Eugene DeWitt. She was a volunteer for the Community Food Bank. Funeral Services will be held in Indiana. Donations in Ruth's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, Arizona 85712. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway
Edward John Fahy, born in Brooklyn, NY January 12, 1932, moved to Arizona in 1956, passed away July 24, 1998 in Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his son, Brian Fahy of Tucson; daughters, Rhonda Fahy of Aurora, IL and Kelly Ganje of Phoenix and seven grandchildren. Ed was a US Veteran and a member of the American Legion. Memorial Service will be held at East Lawn Palms Chapel, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 1:00 p.m.
GRADILLAS, Edward M., 81, of Tucson, passed away July 27, 1998. Preceded in death by wife, Maria Luisa U. Gradillas. Survived by daughters, Yolanda Lespron (Heber), Maria Luisa Dominguez (Raymond), Gloria Moreno (Robert) and Veronica Coronado (Joe); sons, Edward Gradillas, Jr. (Julie) and Juan Gradillas. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 30, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, 204 S. Stone Ave. with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, July 31, 1998, 10:30 a.m. at St. Margaret's Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Mr. Richard E. Graham, age 67, of Tucson, AZ, died July 27, 1998 in Mesa, AZ. He was Vice-President of National Bank of Arizona. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea and was a member of the Elks Lodge in Tucson, AZ. Survivors include daughters, Laurie Brannigan, Karen Franklin, Michele Conrad and Kathy Wozniak; sons, Joe Mauvais, Jeff Mauvais; aunt, Ruth Dickson; eight grandchildren also survive. Visitation, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 1998 at Mtn. View Mortuary Chapel, 7900 E. Main, Mesa, AZ. Services, 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 1998, Mtn. View Mortuary Chapel. Contributions may be made to Sunshine Acres Children's Home, 3405 N. Higley Rd., Mesa, AZ 85205. Arrangements by Mtn. View Mortuary, Mesa, AZ.
HANKS, Fred D., Sr., 85, of Tucson, died July 27, 1998. He is survived by his son, Fred D. (LaRee) Hanks of LaCenter, WA; three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Predeceased by his wife, Nineta Lorraine Hanks on January 17, 1945 and his brothers and sisters. Graveside Service, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. Evergreen Cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Flowers may be sent or memorial contributions made in the name of Fred D. Hanks, Sr. to the American Lung Association, 2819 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
Marie Elaine Meicke - Devoted and loving wife and mother, departed this life on July 25, 1998. Born April 8, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York. She is survived by Eugene, her husband of 52 years; son, Neil; daughter, Melissa; eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and her much-loved cats, Cinnamon, Nica, Ginger and Patch. She is preceded in death by her son, Sgt. Raymond J. Meicke, TPD. Cremation at Bring's Broadway Chapel. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 31 at St. Francis De Sales, 1375 S. Camino Seco. In lieu of flowers family requests donations to the Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. T/A 85716. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
PECK, William DeWitt, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savor, Saturday, July 25, 1998. He was born June 3, 1917 in East Orange, New Jersey to Clifford DeWitt and Hazel Lang Clark Peck. He was a resident of Green Valley for 16 years and a member of Valley Presbyterian Church where he served as Elder, Pres. of the Men's Club, co-chairman of the Patio Sale and was a church money counter for many years. He is survived by his beloved wife, Helen Slavik Peck; daughter, Jean Mollack, Allentown, PA; son, Michael Peck, Rogers, Ark.; brother, Ine Law Russell Adamson, Santa Rosa, CA; three nephews, Russell Jr., San Rafael, CA, Richard (Jane) Adamson, Des Moines, Iowa, Steven (Mary Jane) Adamson; six stepchildren, Susan (Mark) Chenven, Betsy (Jonathon) Slavik-Johnson, San Diego, CA, Barbara Slavik, Port Angeles, WA, Jane Tesei, Greenwich, CT, Rick (Jane) Slavik, Celina, OH, Tom (Rosa) Slavik, Damascas, VA; grandchildren, Jesse and Kyre Chenven, Matthew, Amy, Beth and Megan Slavik, Heather, Holli, Louise and Mary Alice Slavik, Brett and Alyssa Tesei, Caitlin Johnson; three sisters and brother-in-law and many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by sister, Ruth and parents. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Green Valley Carondelet Hospice and the Valley Presbyterian Church. Green Valley Mortuary, is handling the arrangements.
BACK, Maxine (Kannier), age 80, of Tucson, passed away July 29, 1998. She is preceded in death by her husband, James O. Back and sons, Robert Dale and Charles Douglas and is survived by her daughters, Barbara Ann Bourque and Yolanda (Lonnie) Strickland; 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 1, 1998 at South Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 5401 S. Park Avenue. Interment South Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, July 31, 1998 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at ARIZONA MORTUARY, 7 E. University Boulevard at Stone. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
HORTON, Sachiko Jinsenji, 56, beloved mother, passed away July 25, 1998. She is survived by her daughter, Vicki Braceland; her grandson, Marcus McClure; a brother and two sisters. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Saturday, August 1, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation from noon until service time.
KENNEDY, Ruby Mae, 68, passed into eternal life due to complications of lung cancer on July 27, 1998. Born on January 23, 1930 in Shamrock, OK, she lived in several states before settling in the Tucson and Safford areas with her family. She enjoyed working as a nurses aide for several years, caring for the elderly and terminally ill. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be greatly missed by her children, Sharon Griego, Sissie Hartland, Gary McBee, Billy McBee, Robert Brown, Anita Jacobs; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Memorial will be held at the Caldwell Funeral Home, 112 E. Main St. Safford, AZ. Viewing will be held at 8:00 a.m. with services beginning at 9:00 a.m. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Carondelet Hospice in Tucson or the American Cancer Society.
LYONS, Laura Alice, was born Laura Alice Goodwin, July 3, 1900 in Richmond, IN and went to be with the Lord on July 28, 1998. She lived in Richmond until her marriage to Arthur Raymond Lyons of Connersville, IN, where they lived until moving to Tucson in 1944. She was the daughter of Harrison and Jessie Goodwin. Laura graduated from Earlam College and taught in the public schools in Indiana and Ohio. Survivors include her son, David A. Lyons of Tucson; two grandchildren, Howard Allen Lyons of Chandler, AZ and Donna Lyons Jones of Phoenix, AZ; three great-grandchildren, Kevin, Katie and Heidi Lyons and a niece, Jane Tiemeyer of Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur and her sister, Helen Tiemeyer. Graveside Service will be held at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Friday, July 31, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
MATYI, Susan S., 109, died July 29, 1998. Born in Bradford, PA on July 27, 1889. Preceded in death by husband, John and two sons. Survived by son, John; daughter, Helen; three grandsons, John, Timothy and Steven; one granddaughter, Mary Sue Matyi and seven great-grandsons. Memorial Service at Dove of Peace Church, Friday, July 31 at 3:30 p.m.
SHAW, Lola P., 73, went to join her husband, Bert, Saturday, , July 25, 1998. Survived by sons, James (Julia), William Bert and Frederick; daughter, Gaye Ann (Tom); grandchildren, Jeff (Gail), James (Tami), Julie (Tom and great-granddaughter, Dravyn), William, Nathan and Clayton, Quinton Curtis, Frederick and Bert; Brenda (Roger), many nieces and nephews and other family members and friends and bowling associates. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Avenue with burial to follow in South Lawn Cemetery.
CLARK, Elton 'Skip' 88, died July 29, 1998. Husband of Alice H. Clark; father of Elton Clark Jr. of Tucson and Charlotte Clark Stewart of Boulder, Colo.; four grandchildren also survive. A memorial service will beheld at a later date. Mr. Clark retired from the Phelps-Dodge Corporation. Remembrances in his memory can be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 4510 E. 6th Street, Tucson, Arizona 85711. Arrangements by Bring's Memorial Chapel, 236 S. Scott.
Seaman A. De Nike, age 86, of Tucson, passed away July 30, 1998. He is survived by niece, Rosemarie Bruckheimer of Tucson; nephew, Edward De Nike of Plymouth, MA and numerous grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. He was beloved and cherished by all. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 1998 at East Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 5801 E. Grant Road. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
