NIX, John Tom, SFC US Army, 72, died September 29, 1998. Survived by wife, Rita Nix; daughter, Sharon Nix; two brothers, Robert and A.J. Nix and two sisters, Mary Louise Nix and Evelyn Rivers; several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services to be announced by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
OESTERLE, Evelyn B. (Noss), passed away September 29, 1998. Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Friend, Evelyn was born May 17, 1923 in Cleveland, Ohio. She married Eugene Oesterle, The Boy Next Door, on March 22, 1944. They moved to Tucson in 1952. She returned to school, received a teaching degree and taught 5th grade at Cragin Elementary for 23 years. She was an active member of St. Paul's Methodist Church, spent four years as President of UMW. She enjoyed bowling and working on church bazaar crafts. Survived by Patricia Alexander (James), Pamela Philip (Andy), James Oesterle (Kathy), eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and numerous good friends. Special thanks to the staff of the Hospice Unit at TMC. Memorial Services will be held 2:00 p.m.Friday, October 2, 1998 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 8051 E. Broadway. Inlieu of flowers, please make a contribution to TMC Hospice Care Unit or Arizona Cancer Center, UA Foundation. Arrangements by ADAIR family owned and operated Funeral Home.
OLCOTT III, Arthur Wellesley, 76, died September 23, 1998. Husband of Marjorie Olcott. Survived by devoted friends, Michael and Robin Elliott; uncle of John Feeney and Judy Sellers both of Ohio; great uncle of Michael and Bob Feeney of Ohio. Arthur served in the Army and the Corp of Engineers during WWII, he served in both England and Belgium. He worked 38 years for U.S. West Communications, retiring in 1979. He was also a life member of the Elks Lodge #385. Graveside Service will be held Monday, September 28, 1998 at Evergreen Cemetery with Rev. Howard Higgins officiating. Donations in Arthur's memory may be made to the Humane Society, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., T/A 85716. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday, September 28th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
PRITCHARD, Charles H., Col. Ret. USAF, 91, died September 24, 1998. Survived by his daughter, Marilyn (Michael) Brophy; grandsons, Thomas and Matthew Brophy; brother, Rowland Pritchard. Charles was born in Ft. Huachuca, Arizona October11, 1906. Preceded in death by his wife, Virginia. Friends may call 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 2717 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85713.
SCHACHT, Loleta C., 88, died September 21, 1998. Survived by her sons, Allen, William (Vera) and Robert (Lee) Schacht; grandchildren, William, Christa, Robert and Cathy; sister, Beatrice Hollis and brother, Gail Vogel. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 1998 at St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa, Ave., Wauwatosa, WI. Inurnment at Graceland Cemetery beside her husband Fred A. Schacht. Local arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider. Contributions may be made to the Tucson American Red Cross or the American Evangelical Lutheran Church, 115 N. Tucson Blvd. 85716.
SIMMONS, Tina Lorraine, was born May 28, 1965 in Tucson, AZ. She departed this life September 25, 1998. She leaves to mourn two daughters, Felicia Lorraine Simmons and Candyce Lyvette Colston of Tucson, AZ; her mother, Mary Baumgardner of Tucson; sister, Tymyra Lee McCowan and brother, Don Alan Payne both of Tucson; her maternal grandmother, Idella Williams of Tucson and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Two sisters preceded her in death, Sandra Lynn Webb and Carol Yvonne Webb. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 2, 1998 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 3, 1998 at Emmanuel Grace Apostolic Church, 1850 W. San Marcos at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Avenue.
Earl Herron, 78, of Tucson, died September 30, 1998. Preceded in death by his wife, Shirley. He is survived by his children, Beth Herron, Stephan Herron and Marshall Herron all of Tucson; sister, Caryl Kahn of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren, Melita and Ati Herron of Oregon; step grandchildren, Andrew (Kristin) Aslesen of California and Liandria Aslesen of Tucson. Mr. Herron was a member of Congregation Anshei Israel, the Knights of Pythias, Manufacturers Jewelers Assoc., and B'Nai Brith. Services will be 1:30 p.m. today at Congregation Anshei Israll (Craycroft Rd. at 5th Street) with Rabbi J.Arthur Oleisky officiating. The family strongly requests memorial contributions be made to Congregation Anshei Israel or friends of Israel War Veterans. Interment will be in the Knights of Pythias Section of Evergreen Cemetery. Service conducted by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. (327-6341).
RODRIGUES, Elsie, 76, of Tucson, died September 30, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Rodrigues and is survived by daughters, Diane Cimetta (Tony), Barbara Brennan (Pat); son, Alan (Marvis) and nine grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, October 3, 1998, 10:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity in memory of Elsie. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.@ Magee.
SHAW, Delton Dean, 35, of Crowhang Village, Arizona, died September 25, 1998 in Sells, AZ. Services will be held 7:00 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 1998 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Sacaton, AZ. Visitation will be held 6:00 p.m. Friday, October 2, 1998 at the Shaw residence, Crowhang Village, AZ. Burial will be in East Cemetery. He was born in Sacaton, AZ and was employed in construction as a heavy equipment operator. Survivors include wife, Miriam Shaw; sons, Brandon and Dale; daughters, Julie, Jolene, Delilah; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Shaw; sisters, Andrea Shaw, Joella Flores, Carol Jackson and brother, Doyle Shaw. Arrangements by Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ (602)964-8686.
Robert E. (Bob) Wennerstrom passed away September 30th, 1998.Was born December 22, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his companion, Edith (Midge) Porath of Tucson, Arizona; daughter, Diane Fairbanks of Tucson; daughter, Linda Ward of Lancaster, California; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Retired from Volkswagon Corp. in Illinois. His love and compassion will live on in the hearts of the many lives he touched. A Memorial Service will be held at the Elks Lodge #2532, 615 S. Pantano Rd. at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 1998. Donations in Bob's memory can be made to the Cancer Society or Elks Lodge #2532. Arrangements made by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, family owned and operated.
A. Bates Butler, Jr., 90, died September 27, 1998. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Wiley Butler; daughter, Marcia (James) Sherman of San Antonio, TX; son, A. Bates (Annie) Butler III, Tucson; four grandchildren: Katherine (Jeff) Giese, Kelly Sherman, Robert Bates Butler, and Elizabeth Ann Butler; and brother, Dr. Andrew K. Butler of Wheeling, W. VA. Bates was born in Wheeling, W. VA. on May 23, 1908. He received both an A.B. and law degree from the University of West Virginia. Bates practiced law in Wheeling for ten years. In 1942, he joined the FBI as a special agent, moving his family to Tucson in 1956. He ended his career with the FBI in 1963. From 1964 to 1970 he served as Chief Investigator for the Pima County Attorney's Office. In 1970, he was appointed Pima County Justice of the Peace where he served with distinction until his retirement in 1979. For several years thereafter he was requested to return to serve part-time on the Justice Court bench. He was recently honored as a founding member and first chairman of the Tucson Chapter of the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI, an organization which brought him much fellowship. Always an independent thinker and man of integrity, Bates called them as he saw them. He was a dedicated professional who brought quality to the Justice Court bench. Bates loved teaching new and even experienced lawyers how to conduct themselves in the courtroom. His sense of fairness and what was right served him well in dispensing justice. His humor and quick wit helped in difficult times. One of his favorite duties as JP was performing weddings throughout the Tucson area. Bates was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church for 42 years, where he served as elder and trustee. Bates and Mary were active supporters of the American Field Service and hosted three foreign exchange students. Bates was dedicated to his family and set an outstanding example for his children and grandchildren of what it means to be a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather, and friend. A celebration of Bates' life will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 East University, Tucson, AZ 85705 on Sunday, October 11, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial gifts may be made to Trinity Presbyterian Church, the American Field Service, or the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus.
DRYDEN, Marcella Clare, 74, died October 1, 1998. Wife of Vance Dryden of Tucson; sister of Monica Erlichman of Tacoma, WA, Margaret Pennisi of Jordan, MN, Mayone Rowland of San Rafael, CA, Colletta Sheffield of Chicago, IL and Bro. Crispin Koeppl of Oak Forest, IL; aunt of Lyn (Ron) Moore and Tony Dieter all of Tucson, AZ. Numerous other nieces and nephews also survive. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 6, 1998 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 8650 N. Shannon Road. Burial in Holy Hope Cemetery. The family suggests donations in Marcella's name be made to Leones De Las Montanas. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
HOLT, Martha, born December 7, 1925, died September 30, 1998. A visitation will be held Sunday, October 4, 1998 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 5, 1998 at Bacon Memorial C.O.G.I.C, 1218 N. River View Blvd. Pastor W.B. Shelby officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider.
HUVAERE, Walter H., 76, died October 1, 1998. Husband of Esther Huvaere. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott Ave.
KARDIAN, Steve, 87, died September 30, 1998. Survived by granddaughter, Linda (Ken) Vanderipe; great-grandchildren, Chad, Bret and Kendra. Steve was a member of Pima St. Baptist Church and a resident of Tucson for the past 45 years. Friends may call Monday, October 5, 1998 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Pima Street Baptist, 5056 E. Pima Street. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
MURTHA, June Kelly, 68, of Tucson, formerly of Troy, NY, beloved wife for 47 years of Eugene Murtha, died October 2, 1998. Survivors in addition to her husband include daughter, Colleen Murtha-Stoff; son, James Murtha; sister, Patricia Smith; brother, Douglas Kelly and seven grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held in Troy, NY. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.@ Magee.
PALANT, Sophie, 76, of Tucson, died October 1, 1998. She is survived by her son, Paul I. Palant of S. Lake Tahoe, CA; her daughter, Susanne H. (Lewis) Becker of Los Altos, CA; grandchildren, Skye Becker, Zane Becker and Jared Palant; sisters, Lee Port of CA, Ann Kulak of NY; brother, Irving (Marie) Shore of Tucson; sisters-in-law, Bea Palant and Eleanor Kornberg both of Tucson, Eveline Carsman of CA; brother-in-law, Ralph Palant of Tucson. Service Sunday, 11:00 a.m EVERGREEN MORTUARY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Rabbi Joseph S. Weizenbaum, Congregation Ner Tamid officiating. Interment Temple Emanu-El Section of Evergreen Cemetery.
Lloyd Leath Rabb, Jr., 68, of Tucson, passed away October 1, 1998. Lloyd was raised in the mining town of Ray, AZ. He graduated from the U of Ain 1958 and worked as a railroad conductor from 1955 to 1994. During his life, he was a member of and active in the United Transportation Union and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Mildred; children, Sharon Custer, Lloyd L. 'Chip' Rabb III, Emily Gregoire, S. Leslie Lambert, 'Kitty' Katherine Smith; grandchildren, Steven Custer, Becky White, Matthew and Michael Rabb, Jessi and Kim Gregoire and Richard, Justin and Stephanie Smith; sisters, Mary Alice and Peggy and brother, Bob. Funeral Service will be held at BPO Elks Lodge No. 385, 2404 E. River Rd., Sunday, October 4, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider.
EDGEL, James F., lost his brave battle with cancer on October 2, 1998. He was born to Everett and Mildred Edgel of Chesterhill, Ohio, March 29, 1931, who preceded him in death along with his son, Stanley and his sister, Cora. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; and children, Randy (Marti) Gibbs, Laura (David) Esham, Donna (Russell) Cox, all of Arizona, and Steve (Barbara) Edgel of Ohio. Jim is also survived by a brother, Gail (Millie) Edgel; and a sister, Mary Margaret (Bob) Fox; as well as eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Jim was a U.S. Navy veteran and was a truck driver and teamster member until his retirement in 1994. In lieu of flowers the family requests that any memorials be sent to either Hospice Family Care, 310 South Williams Blvd #210, Tucson, AZ 85711; or Gospel Rescue Mission, 312 West 28th Street, South Tucson, AZ 85713. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, October 6, 11:00 a.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY, Pastor Sam Fuller officiating.
LINDGREN, Taimi ('Timms') P., born October 23, 1917 and
LINDGREN, Ernest ('Ernie') E., born March 13, 1917. Died September 16 and September 28, 1998, respectively. Both were remarkable people in their own ways and will be most remembered for their courage, humility, and tenacity in overcoming life's obstacles. Their commitment to each other lasted almost 60 years, a feat in itself. Despite major medical problems, they exemplified the vows of a Godly marriage and modeled that relationship for others. Their values, morals, and work ethics were instructive to all who knew them and, because of this, they will continue to live on in memory. Survivors include daughters, Rebecca and husband, John; Teira and husband, Jerry; grandchildren, Julie and Steve, step-grandchildren, Kevin and Shawn; great-grandson, Stevie; as well as many brothers and sisters. Please send any contributions in their memory to Casa De Los Ninos, 1101 N 4th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705. We will miss them greatly but are relieved that they are no longer suffering. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MARTINELLI, Marie, of Tucson, is now with the Lord, October 2, 1998. Survivors include her husband, Tom; daughters, Janice and Peggy; son, Don; nine grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one brother; and two sisters. Visitation at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Monday, October 5, 1998 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service, 22nd Street Baptist Church, Tuesday, October 6 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
PETERSON, Alvin C., 84 of Tucson, passed away October 3, 1998. Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Ida; children, Loreen Olufson, Bill (Susan) and Carl (Dora) Peterson, Lani (Paul) Burdick; and eight grandchildren. Mr. Peterson was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country during WWII. A carpenter by trade, Alvin built his own home. He was an avid fisherman, archer and hunter, and his sense of humor proved to be enduring and constant. A Memorial Service will be held at EAST PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Tuesday, October 6, 1998 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Alvin's name to Palo Verde Baptist Church or East Seals. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare provider.
REGILIO, Kenneth N., 71, died September 25, 1998. Survived by brother, Frank (Anita) Regilio; brother-in-law, David Richards; cousins, William (Marilyn) Beebe, Frank Miralgio and Ruth Rawdin. Preceded in death by sister, Rosanna Richards. A resident of Tucson for 52 years and a member of the Tucson Fire Department for 30 years; also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, WWII, and the Korean Conflict. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 8, 1998 at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1949 E. Helen Street. Contributions may be made to the St. Mary's Hospice, 1601 W. St. Mary's Road, Tucson, 85745. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider.
Artemisa Castelan Sayre, 88, of Tucson, passed away October 2, 1998. Survived by daughters, Edith (Steve) Auslander, Mary (Bill) Barrett; sons, Federico Castelan (Desiree) Sayre, John Michael Sayre; brother, George (Helen) Castelan; sister-in-law, Eva Castelan. Also survived by nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Monday, October 5, 1998 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Ambrose Church, 300 S. Tucson Blvd., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Tuesday, October 6, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. She was devoted to her family, her faith, and her friends. Donations may be made to St. Ambrose School or Casa Maria. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
