TURNER, Mary Lou, born in Muskogee, OK March 23, 1911, died on December 3, 1998. Mary graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1932, receiving her Degree in Dietetic. She was a Violinist-on Live Radio Broadcast KVOO in Tulsa, Okla, she taught school at Carney & Seminoke, OK. Mary married Dr. James M. Hesser, MD in 1932, later, in 1950 she married Donald J. Turner. She was a Major with Civil Air Patrol in 1961. Mary did various volunteer work which include: VFW Aux. 1972, VFW Hospital 6000 Hours, Benson Woman's Club 50 years, American Red Cross Chairman for: Dragoon, St David, Benson 50 years. She was also a Pioneer Member of First Baptist Church 50 years, Sunday School teacher, pianist, church officer, Zeta Tau Alpha, founder of ZTA Alumna, Tucson Active in Local Bowling League, First Administrator of Benson Hospital, Accredited 1 American Hospital Association Nurse. Survivors include son, William T. (Evelyn) Hesser of Loveland, CO; daughters, Donna (Gene) Schull of Benson, AZ and Lois Bell of Montgomery Village, MD. Also, eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held Thursday, December 10, 1998, 7:00 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, Benson, AZ. Arrangements made by Richardson's Mortuary.
WITMAN, Richard E., born March 10, 1922. Died December 5, 1998. Survived by wife Julie; children, Lynn (Henry) Boice, David (Jayme) Witman, Anthony Poe and Monica Valdez-Banda; grandchildren, Lisa, Mike, Diane, Brad Boice, and Ford Witman. A memorial service with reception following will be held at St. Michaels and All Angels Episcopal Church, 602 N. Wilmot on Wednesday December 9 at 4:00 p.m. with the Reverend John R. Smith, Jr. officiating. Donations in Dick's name may be given to the organ pipes at St. Michael's. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway. 881-0338
HENNESSY, John J., 61 years old, passed away Saturday, December 5, 1998 in Tucson. Born on November 7, 1937 in New York City, New York. He was retired from New York City Transit Authority. Devoted husband and father. Survived by his loving wife, Patricia; daughter, Janice; son, Sean; brother, Michael Hennessy; brothers-in-law, Kenneth (Dee) Finning and Roger (Sharon) Finning; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass will be said December 10, 1998, Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at St.Frances de Sales, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Arrangements handled by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
IGOU, Anne Garren, born October 12, 1930 in Madison, Wisconsin, died November 10, 1998 in Tucson, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents William and Una Pidcoe. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1953, taught elementary education in Madison, WI, San Rafael, CA and Tucson, AZ. She also worked for the Nevada State Welfare Department and the Pima County Adult Education Department. She was involved in many volunteer organizations in Tucson including the Tucson Adult Literacy Program and the League of Women Voters. She is survived by a sister, Patricia Kessenich of Spring Green, WI; and a brother, William Pidcoe of Augusta, GA; two nephews, Andrew (Joanna) and Michael (Mary Lynn) Kessenich of Madison, WI and two grand nephews. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 1998 in the Chapel of the Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway, Tucson.
LANDWEHR, Irma L., 93, of Tucson, passed away December 5, 1998. Survivors include three stepsons, Ralph and Earl of MN., and Harold of Tucson, and four nieces. Private services in Minnesota. Arrangements by Arizona Mortuary, an Aftercare Provider.
LANGSHAW, Elizabeth, 90, of Tucson, died November 27, 1998. Preceded in death by husband, Arnold. Survived by loving nieces and nephews; stepbrothers and stepsisters; and devoted friends. Graveside Service, Thursday, December 10, 1998, 10:00 a.m. at Holy Hope Cemetery with Rev. Joseph F. McGowan, O. Carm. of Sacred Heart Church officiating. Friends may call Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 4:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Church.
LIND, Iona S., of Oro Valley, AZ, went to be with her Lord, December 7, 1998. Iona was born in Ilmajoki, Finland on May 4, 1909. She was one of 13 children and is now survived by two sisters, Helena Loukasmaki and Anja Metsa-Ketela, who reside in Finland. Son, Alden E. (Ora) Lind, Duluth, MN; daughter, Arlene Lehto (George Avis), Oro Valley; and grandsons, Gary E. Harvell and Tommy Lind, both of Duluth, MN, also survive her. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lind in 1976. Iona was the owner-operator of Twin Points Resort, Highway 61, Two Harbors, MN, for 57 years before retiring. She moved to Oro Valley two years ago. Iona is mourned by her family and her housemates at La Canada Lutheran Home. She touched the lives of many hundreds of her customers who remained her friends. Visitation will be at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (@ Magee) from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 9, 1998, with funeral services beginning at 4:30 p.m. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Two Harbors, MN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Save Lake Superior Association, P.O. Box 101, Two Harbors, MN 55616.
Rev. Alexander David Machain - A retired Roman Catholic Priest of the Diocese of Tucson, died Friday, December 4, 1998 in Tucson after a long illness at the age of 75. Father Machain provided 47 years of faithful service to the Diocese of Tucson. A native of Pottstown, PA, Father Machain attended the Pontifical College Josephinum in Worthington, OH, and was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Tucson in 1951. His parochial assignments included service as associate pastor of Sacred Heart Parish, Bisbee (1951-1954); pastor of Sacred Heart Parish Bisbee (1954-1960); pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Tolleson (1960-1969); pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Hayden-Winkelman (1971-1976); pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Mammoth (1976-1977); associate pastor of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Florence (1977-1981); pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes, Benson (1988-1992); and administrator of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Welton (1994-1995). Other assignments included service as Catholic chaplain at the Arizona State Prison, Florence, (1977-1981) and at Perryville Prison (1981-1988). Father Machain is survived by his mother, Mrs.Carmen Araujo Machain of Pennsylvania; sisters, Sr. Alexandria Machain, Mrs.Mercedes Moughan and Mrs. Betty Turhedsky, all of Pennsylvania; brothers, Rev. David Machain and Guadalupe Machain of Pennsylvania and Joseph Machain of Illinois; and sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Machain of Tucson. Friends may call from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 1998 at Bring's Memorial Chapel, 236 S.Scott. A vigil and wake service will be held on Thursday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone. Mass of the Resurrection will be co-celebrated by the Most Rev. Manuel D. Moreno, Bishop of Tucson, and priests of the Diocese on Friday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. at St.Augustine's Cathedral. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Memorial contributions in Fr. Alexander's name may be made to Villa Maria Care Center, 4310 E. Grant, Tucson, AZ 85712. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
MENDIBLES, Brigida O. 'Vickie' 96, of Tucson, passed away December 6, 1998. Preceded in death by husband, Celestino 'Tino' Mendibles. Survived by daughters, Adela (Bruce) Erickson and Olga Tanner; son, Celestino O. (Sal) Mendibles; sister, Carrie Santa Cruz; brother, John Ormsby. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 10, 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 Friday, December 11, 1998, 11:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
MUNDT, Helen, 78, died December 4, 1998. Mother of Peggy (Allan) Hendry; sister of Joyce Hockenberry of Little Rock, AR; three nieces and nephews also survive. Mrs. Mundt was a Sgt. in the Womens Army Corp. during WWII and an active member of the Southern Baptist Church. Cryptside Service 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 9th at Our Lady of the Desert Mausoleum. Donations in Helen's memory may be made to Alzheimers Foundation, P.O. Box 13423, T/A 85732. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
POTTER, Philip John, 86, died November 30, 1998. Survived by dear friend, Virginia Potter. Philip was born in Burlington, Iowa January 14, 1912. Graduated from University of Illinois with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and the University of Pennsylvania with a M.S. also in Mechanical Engineering. Philip was an author of textbooks, member of the Masons and the Sabbar Shrine. Listed in the Who's Who in America, Who's Who in Engineering. Enjoyed music, hunting and ham (amateur) radio. Memorial Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, 1998 at the EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. with Dr. Martin Abraham and the Masonic Sojourners officiating. Burial will be in Burlington, Iowa. Contributions may be made to the Trinity Presbyterian Church, 400 E. University, Tucson, AZ 85705 or the Shriners Burn Center c/o Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716.
ROMERO, Francisco A., 68, of Tucson, passed away December 6, 1998. Survived by wife, Graciela Romero; daughters, Rosa Maria (Javier) Guzman, Patricia, Mayra and Graciela Romero; sons, Francisco Jr. (Lucy), Ricardo, Miguel, Valeriano and Julio Romero; sisters, Carlota (Rudolfo) Sicre, Lupe, Aurora and Natalia Romero. Also survived by six grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 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 Wednesday, December 9, 1998, 10:00 a.m. at St.Monica's Church, 212 W. Medina. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Francisco worked for Southern Pacific Railroad for 28 years. He will be missed by his family and many friends. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
TIPPETT, Armida Barreda, 75, of Tucson, passed away November 29, 1998. Survivors include her loving husband of 42 years, John; daughter, Lynn (Rick) Natcher; daughter, Lupe Mace (Steve) Moreno; son, Dean (Irma) Mace; 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; one sister, Margaret B. Oros; brothers, Lorenzo, Angel, Guillermo and Roberto Barreda and one uncle, Max Sainz. Armida was preceded in death by her parents, Angel and Guadalupe Barreda and her brother, Clemente Barreda. Rosary will be recited at Santa Cruz Church, Thursday, December 10, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. with Memorial Mass to follow at 11:00 a.m. Private burial will be in Vail. Arrangements by Arizona Mortuary, an Aftercare Provider.
BRYCE NATHAN WILSON - Born February 14, 1974 was the love of our lives. He touched so many, many hearts with his outgoing personality, love and compassion. Bryce was a local bartender who loved people and always entertained his customers with his outstanding 'bar flair' tricks. He finished in the top ten in the regional bar competition held in California this year, which is amazing for his first time competing. There were so many lives that he changed for the positive by just being Bryce; PV quit smoking, JW became an incredible person with the help of his best friend, Bryce and BR learned how to love two sons so deeply with his support and love. Bryce's dreams for the future were to be the #1bartender in the region, move to La Jolla, CA and just to live a wonderful, long life. Bryce Wilson died December 4, 1998 at the age of 24 years young as a result of being a rear seat passenger in a one car rollover accident on November 27, 1998. We will all miss him so. Bryce is survived by his mom, Bobbi Rego; his brother, Wade Wilson; stepfather, Dennis Rego; sister-in-law, Beate; friend, Jeff; father, Rich Wilson and so many other people who loved him. Bryce would want to say at this time (and because he was a bartender), please drive responsibly always. There will be a private, family-only service. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Mothers Against Drunk Drivers, in his name, please. 'I Love You, Bryce. You will be so missed.' Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
ABBOTT, Pearl Esther, 89, of Tucson, died Tuesday, December 1, 1998 in Scottsdale. Survivors include husband, Paul; daughters, Barbara Messer of Temple and Peggy Myers of Tucson; seven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Service is Saturday, December 12, 1998 at 12:00 noon at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2450 E. Fort Lowell Road, Tucson. Memorials go to American Cancer Society, 2929 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85015. Carr-Tenney Mortuary handled arrangements.
BALTIRREZ, Jasmine, joined the angels on December 5, 1998. She has left behind her mom and dad, Tonya Wiltbank and Gabriel Baltirrez, and their loving families. Friends may call at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway) on Friday, December 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Graveside services will follow in the Binghampton Cemetery.
BARNES, Muriel, 80, of Tucson, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 1998. Mrs. Barnes is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Glen; children, Raymond (Theresa) Barnes, Dolores (Warren) Seames; grandchildren, Joshua, Jeremy, Logan, Leslie, and a host of family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 12, 1998 at St. James United Methodist Church, 3255 N. Campbell Ave. at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. James United Methodist Women c/o St. James United Methodist Church, 3255 N. Campbell Ave. 85719. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
BARTELL, Stephanie, 88, died December 8, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Bruno. Survived by her sons, John (Barbara) Bartell, Tom (Diane) Bartell, both of Illinois; daughter, Ann Carr of Tucson and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Stephanie was an award winning harmonica performer with the 'Variety Entertainers' from Armory Park Senior Center for over 25 years. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 9, 1998, 601 E. Ft. Lowell. Interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
Mary Lou Stephenson Emerine, 90, died in her sleep on December 8, 1998. A native of Alma, Ill., she was raised in Marion, Ill., and was a nursing graduate of the Kirksville (Mo.) College of Osteopathic Medicine. She and her husband, Edward, who died in 1981, published newspapers in Boise, Idaho, until moving to Phoenix in 1963 and Tucson in 1965. She was a founding member of the Democrats of Greater Tucson. Survivors include her son, Steve, Tucson; a grandson, Eddie (Melissa), Tucson; a granddaughter, Keely (Jeff) Mix, Monroe, Wash.; three grandchildren, Anthony and Jonah Mix, and Lauren Emerine; and her daughter-in-law, Carolyn Emerine, Tucson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bill, Evansville, Ind., and her sister, Rosemary Ray, Wheaton, Ill. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 10, 1998 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
FREGOSO, Jesus Francisco 'Jesse' 37, of Tucson, died December 6, 1998. He is survived by his father and mother, Socorro and Jesus Fregoso; siblings, Silvia, Joe, Patricia, Cristina, Anabel, Maribel and Marisol; friend, Scott Childress and many loving nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd. on Thursday, December 10, 1998. A Rosary will be said at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be on Friday, December 11, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 300 S. Tucson Blvd. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. God has a purpose for everyone and Jesse's was to bring light and laughter to the hearts of everyone he touched. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
Robert Sillik, Sr., 80, of Tucson, died December 7, 1998. He was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran, 158th Infantry Regiment attached to the U.S. Army 45th Infantry Division, lifetime member of D.A.V., member of Local 2924 AFGE. Survived by wife, Mary S. Sillik of Tucson; children, Robert Sillik, Jr., Roy Sillik, Maryann Newman all of Tucson; brothers, Henry Sillik, George Sillik both of Tucson, William Sillik of Mexico; sisters, Alice Hepner, Gloria Samniego both of Tucson; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son, Randy and a sister, Eva Carl. Friends may call Thursday, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Service Friday, 1:30 p.m. Holy Hope Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Arizona Affiliate, 40 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, AZ 85711.
VASQUEZ, Clemencia M., 90, died December 5, 1998. Mother of Raymond (Wilma) Vasquez of Tucson, AZ; sister of Ralph and Jose Vasquez both of San Diego, CA and Carolina Martinez of Tucson, AZ.Three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. Rosary will be recited 9:30 a.m., Friday, December 11, 1998 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m., Friday at Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 1220 S. 6th Avenue. Burial in Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 11th at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
WIMBERLY, Peggy A., 57, a resident of Tucson, died December 7, 1998. Survived by husband, Tom; children, Linda, David, Jack, Audrey, Frank, Sarah and Jesicca; grandchildren, Adam, Bonnie, Stephen, Cassandra, Candace and Daniel; great-grandson, Zachery; sister, Linda Warner; brother, Bob Lamb. Visitation 8:30 a.m. Thursday, December 10 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Graveside Service follows at 9:00 a.m. in East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the TMC Hospice.
ZIPP, Alvina, 88, of Tucson, died December 6, 1998. Preceded in death by husband, Alvern. She is survived by daughter, Barbara Lundgren (John) of Tucson, Janice Anderson (Ron) of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren, Kim Brumlow (Eric), Shannon Rivera, Matt Lundgren and Rene Klebe; great-grandchildren, Sam Brumlow and Brooke Klebe; sisters, Esther Mayer, Ruth Hall, Althea Schamp of Lincoln, Nebraska; brother, Albert Rohrig of Long Beach, California and many nieces, nephews and friends. Private services will be held this Thursday at the Lundgren residence.
AUSTIN, John, born November 28, 1910 in Yancy, Arkansas and went to be with the Lord, Monday, December 7, 1998. John is survived by his wife, Cora, after 66 years of marriage; sons, Roy, Cornell (Evelyn), Johnny, Willie (Jeanette), and adopted sons, Rev. Lenton Howard, Edward Minter; daughters, Fern, Jewell, Alice (Henry) and Ruby; 22 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; brother, Garner. John was a long time member of Sahuarita C.O.G.I.C. John was also a founder and head deacon of the church. Funeral Services, 11:00 a.m.Saturday, December 12, 1998 at the South Park C.O.G.I.C., 2419 S. Park Avenue with Rev. Lacey Colter officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends Friday, December 11 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at South Lawn Mortuary, 5401 S. Park Avenue. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
