HYMER, Peggy C., 91, of Tucson, died February 8, 1999. Survived by daughter, Joyce and her husband, Orland Jones; grandchildren, Richard C. Jones and Peggy Ann (David) Jump; great-grandchildren, Amanda, Trevor, Michael and Katie; one great-great-grandchild is pending; numerous nieces and nephews. Peggy retired from Gus Balones Restaurants in 1970. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 12 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., an Aftercare Provider. Interment East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary. Memorials may be made to TMC Hospice or the American Heart Association.
JACOME, Augustine E. 'Teen', 86, died February 7, 1999. A native Tucsonan, Teen was born at the original Jacome home on Stone Avenue downtown on July 24, 1912. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Margot Turney Jacome, who still resides in the home they built 63 years ago in central Tucson. Other survivors include sisters-in-law, Estela Jacome and Alberta Jacome and many, many nieces and nephews. Teen attended the Maris Brothers and Safford schools in Tucson, St. John's Military Academy in Delafield, Wisconsin, and two years at the University of Arizona. Teen was the youngest of 13 children born to Tucson pioneers Carlos C. Jacome and Dionicia German Jacome. As the last surviving sibling, his death marks the end of anera and closes an important chapter in the history of contributions by Mexican immigrants to Tucson. Teen's entire career was dedicated to the family store that hisfather founded, Jacome's Department Store. Along with his brothers and sisters, Teen learned the merchandising trade from the ground up–from stockboy, shipping & receiving, to inventory control, buying, and selling, selling, selling. Jacome's Department Store was always a family owned and operated business. When it closed, 84 years after its founding in 1896, it was still owned by the families of five of Carlos and Dionicia's children: Augustine, Henry, Alex, Richard and Josephine (Bloom). Teen was Vice President of Jacome's and only retired when the store closed it doors April 4, 1980. Teen spent three years in the U.S. Air Force during World War II and was stationed on the island of Tinian in the Marianas. He was affiliated with the Optimists, downtown chapter, a charter member of the Caballeros del Sol, Tucson Chamber of Commerce, and SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at SS. Peter & Paul, 1946 E. Lee Street at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 13, 1999. Interment will be private. In lieuof flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Casa de los Ninos, 1101 N. 4th Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85705.
JOHNSON, Amelia, 96, passed away February 9, 1999. She was born July 1, 1902 to Eric and Augusta Stone Johnson in Woodland, ME. Survived by nieces, Virginia Christenson of Florence, MA and Rosalie Chamberlain of Saco, ME; nephew, Galen Johnson of Big Lake, AK; and several great nieces and nephews. She came to Tucson about fifty years ago and was a member of VASA and the First Congregational United Church of Christ. Burial will take place in New Sweden, ME at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Tucson.
KAMMER, Francis J., 81, of Tucson, died February 8, 1999 at his home. married to Arlouine Walker, who preceded him in death. He is survived by sisters, Genevieve Kammer and Marie Penrod, both of Topeka, KS, Elizabeth Ann Riedel of Valley Falls, KS, Sr. Sophia Kammer of Wichita, KS, Bernadine Schwindt of El Dorado, KS; stepson, Hugh Walker and granddaughter, Pamela Walker, both of California. Vigil Service, Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with visitation Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mass will be Thursday, 9:00 a.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
McLAUGHLIN, John Joseph, 77, of Tucson, formerly of Barrington Hills, IL, died February 8, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Pat; son, John (Sue); daughters, Patricia Benyi (David), Susan Anderson (Bruce); grandchildren, Evin and Ryan McLaughlin, Caitlin and Matthew Benyi, Jeffrey and Emily Anderson; sister, Marilyn Hanrahan. He was former President of the Tucson Symphony, former President of Electrical Contractor's Association and former President and C.E.O. of Kelso-Burnett Electrical Company of Schaunburg, IL. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee, Wednesday, February 10, 1999 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd., Thursday, February 11, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, SW Division, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson 85712.
ORTIZ, Mercy Aros, born September 08, 1916 died February 07, 1999. Preceded in death by husband, Ernie Ortiz; parents, Antonio L. and Dolores Montijo Aros; sister, Bertha B. Corrella. Survivors include Dolores C. Mora, niece; John David Mora (Valerie), great-nephew; Nicole and Danielle Mora, great-nieces; and Many Aros Montijo and Pellon, cousins. She graduated from Tucson High School in 1934 where she was an honor student and a member of the tennis club. She was a Soloist and Organist at Holy Family Church and Santa Rosa until she entered Villa Maria Health Care Center in 1997. Mrs. Ortiz was a descendant of the Don Antonio Aros family who settled the Aros Ranch in 1882 which is presently the La Osa Ranch in Sasabe, AZ and Manuel Montijo, a pioneer businessman and accomplished musician, her mother, Dolores Montijo Aros was a Soloist at San Augustine Cathedral for 52 years. We wish to thank the loving staff at Villa Maria especially her R.N. whose love and patience was our consolation. All contributions may be made in her memory to the Cathedral Maintenance Fund. Pallbearers: John D. Mora, Gene Montijo, Ralph Montijo, Frank Mandros, Gene Laos and George Couston. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 12, 1999 from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. with a Rosary recited at 9:30 a.m. Mass will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
RODRIGUEZ, Genevieve S., 54, of Mesa, died Sunday, February 7, 1999. She was an administrative services officer for the state of Arizona. She is predeceased by her beloved mother, Julia. She will be deeply missed by her companion, Mary White; father, John; sister, Gloria Rivera; nieces, Angela and Christina Rivera, Debra Tarantola; grand nephews, Marc Anthony and Vincent Tarantola; Maria Elena Ruiz and family; many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and pet dog, Mackie. Visitation 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 11th. Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. Lakeshore Mortuary, 1815 S.Dobson Rd., Mesa. Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 12th at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2121 S. Rural Rd., Tempe. Burial 2:00 p.m. East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Tucson.
SLOPER, James Victor, 57, of Tucson, died February 4, 1999. He is survived by his mother, Hilda Sloper; sons, Justin, Ian and Charles Sloper; sister, Cherri. There will be no services. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd., an Aftercare Provider.
TOOMBS, Fred A., 68, died Tuesday, February 9, 1999 in Tucson. Born May 17, 1930 in California. Fred was a veteran of the Korean War, and very proud of that. Fred is loved and will be missed by his adopted family, Pat and Victor Finch, Gary and July McDonald and a very special friend, Charles Matthew Barks. Services for Fred will be private. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, Tucson 881-0338.
WEST, Kenneth H., 78, died January 23, 1999. He is survived by his son, Michael (Darlene) West; grandson, James West; great-grandchildren, Lydia and Jesse West and brother, Vern (Mary) West.A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 13, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at St.Michael & All Angels Church at 602 N.Wilmot. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, an Aftercare Provider.
BERGER, Robert, 87, of Tucson, AZ, passed away February 10, 1999. He was born in Savonnieres En Perthois, Meuse, France. He was in the restaurant business before moving to Tucson, where he worked with his son, Jean Claude, owner of Le Rendezvous, as the sommelier (wine steward). He retired in his early 80s. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Simone; son, Jean Claude; granddaughter, Sophie; grandsons, Gordon and Diego; great-grandson, Forrest and other family still in France. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jocelyne. Graveside services will be held Friday, February 12, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (@ Magee).
BUTCHER, Herman E., 89, of Tucson, died February 9, 1999. Survived by his wife of 67 years, Ivory; daughter, Edis Roe; son, Richard (Carole) all of Tucson; grandchildren, Richard, Jr., Lori, Daniel, Kelli, Mark, Emilee, Bonnie, Aaron; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Mr. Butcher was retired from PF West Enterprises. Funeral service 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 12 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., an Aftercare Provider. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.
The family of Brian Clifton wishes to express their gratitude to everyone for offerings of encouragement, friendship and support during this most difficult time. Thank you for the gracious gifts of food, flowers, cards and charitable donations.We are grateful for the wonderful, caring people in our lives.
CURRIE, Mary, 95, died February 9, 1999. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DOMINGUEZ, Angel C., 83, of Tucson, passed away February 7, 1999. Survived by former wife, Eva Dominguez; daughters, Evangelina (Robert) Gaona, Carmen (Manuel) Gracia; son, Angel Dominguez, Jr. Also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 12, 1999 from 4:00 to 9:00 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 Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Margaret's Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. He was loved and respected and will be missed by his family and friends. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
FUENTES, Bennie Lillian Vaughn O'Neill, 87, died February 8, 1999. Dearly loved and greatly missed wife, mother and friend. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe M. Fuentes and daughter, Darla Jean Ammons West. Mother of Quinta O'Neill Lever Bartels (Ted); stepmother of Carla Fuentes Grijalva (Frank Jr.), Myrna Fuentes Dille (George); grandmother of Brocke F. Lever (Doreen), Kyia B. Lever-Lear (Wayne), Shannon K. Ammons (Laura), Shaleen K. Ammons Botting (Tye), Collin T. Ammons, Anna Maria Grijalva Hansen, Maria Elena Grijalva, Ella Ann Dille Johnson, Elizabeth M. Dille, George Dille, Jr; great-grandmother of Kira O'Neill Botting, Quinlan Collin Ammons, Bryan C. Hansen, Stephanie Johnson, Spencer Johnson, Christopher Johnson, Scott Kobolt, Melissa Kobolt and Brandon. An open house will be held beginning at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, following the service at 2530 N. Edith Blvd. Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 11 at LDS Church, Ft. Lowell Ward, 6150 E. Fairmount with burial to follow at the LDS Church. Friends may call from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 10 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HETLE, Dorothy Krentz, 87, passed away at Devon Gables Health Care Center on February 7, 1999. Her husband, Rasmus O. Hetle whom she married in Sitka, Alaska in 1952, preceded her in death on December 30, 1998 and her sister, Eleonor Bodenhamer, in October of 1995. Her parents were Sara and Frank Krentz. She was reared in Douglas, Arizona and attended college at ASTC. Dorothy was a talented musician and graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in music. She taught school in Arizona, California, and Alaska. When she and her husband retired they moved to Arizona and lived in Douglas and Tucson. Mrs. Hetle is survived by brothers, Jules L. (Edna) Krentz in San Bruno, CA., Stuart F. Krentz in Tucson and Robert N. Krentz, Sr. in Douglas; and sisters, Marian Brooks and Ann Prother of San Bueno, CA, Carol Riceof Chandler, AZ and Bertha Ramer of Tucson and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Catholic Services will be on February 15th at 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery in Douglas. The family request your favorite charity in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
KIDWELL, Frances Magdalen, 76, died February 10, 1999. Mother of Mary Frances Kidwell, Kenneth Paul Kidwell and Arthur Craig (Susan) Kidwell; grandmother of Ryan, Aaron and Ashley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henley Arthur Kidwell. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 11th. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 12th at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 11that BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
NARCHO, John Bigtree, 68, of Tucson, passed away at home February 6, 1999. Preceded in death by parents, Pablo and Annie Narcho; sisters, Agnes, Margaret and brother, Harry Narcho. Survived by wife, Mary; sons, Dean and Barney Narcho; stepchildren, Dwayne Salway (Trish), Marvin Salway (Anna), Allen Salway (Tori), Wanda Rosales (Ruben) and Annette Felix. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and many other relatives of the Tohono O'Odham Reservation. John served in the U.S. Navy, (1949-1954), member of the International Association of Bridge, Structural Ornamental and Reinforcing Ironworkers Local #75 (1955-1973), served as the San Xavier District Representative to the Tohono O'Odham Nation Tribal Council (1979-1985), served as San Xavier District Chairman (1982-1985), worked as Tribal Affairs Officer, and Executive Officer for Indian Health Services (1986-1996). John's greatest commitments were to his family, the improvement of life to his Tohono O'Odham People and to His Lord, Jesus Christ. Visitation will be held Friday, 4:30 p.m. at the San Xavier District Community Center with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Saturday, 7:00 a.m. at San Xavier Mission. Interment will follow at San Xavier Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Lotus Perez - Passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 1999 in Tucson, Arizona at age 52. She was the precious fiancee and dedicated partner of Dr. Steven Gurgevich. For the past two years, Ms. Perez has split her time between her home in Pacifica, California and her home in Tucson, which she shared with her devoted partner, Dr. Steven Gurgevich. Together they co-founded Tranceformation Works, an internet-based business that provides healing resources and support for individuals and families experiencing chronic illness. This venture came out of their mutual experience of caring for spouses who had been terminally ill and their desire to help others. Ms. Perez and Dr. Gurgevich became engaged this New Year's Day at 12:01 a.m., as their first act of 1999. They hoped to be married soon.
Ms. Perez was a member and volunteer at Unity Church in Tucson, a Summa Cum Laude graduate of San Francisco State University, and a greatly respected copy editor and accomplished journalist for several Bay Area publications.
A Memorial Service and Cactus Dedication will be held Sunday, February 14, 1999, at 1:00 p.m. at Unity Church, 3617 N. Camino Blanco, with a reception afterward at their home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Unity Church.
RICHARD, Jeanne Du Charme, born in Lowell, MA November 8, 1907, daughter of Omer and Laura (Descoteaux) Du Charme, died in Tucson February 2, 1999. Mrs.Richard had a brilliant career of concert pianist over several decades. A career that covered two continents. Preceding her in death, husband, Elie Richard of St. Augustine, Florida; three brothers, Albert, Eugene and Roger Du Charme. She has one brother, Claude and his wife, Helen of Tucson, AZ; two sisters, Irene Du Charme and Rita Deneault of Lowell, MA; one son, Julian Laurier Richard of Pasadena, CA and three grandsons, Maurice, Stefan and Roger in Oregon. Cremains will be interred with her husband in the Cemetery at Pre'd'en Haut, New Brunswick, Canada. Memorial services will be held at St. Joan of Arc Chapel in Lowell, MA in April. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
RUCAVADO, Marie M., 100, died February 9, 1999. Aunt of Joseph Testin of Tucson, Henry Testin of California, Bernice King of Tucson and Beatrice Hill of Tennessee. Also survived by several generations of nieces and nephews of the Petroshus, Kern and Testin Families. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 12, 1999 at St.Ambrose Church, 300 S. Tucson Blvd. Burial in Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. David Monastery or The Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. Friends may call 9:30 a.m. Friday, February 12th until the Mass at the church. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
MATTHEW DAVID SELLERS, 28, grew up in Tucson and attended St. Gregory College Preparatory School prior to graduating from Whittier College in California, where he completed a double major in biology and history. He taught science classes and coached basketball at Hamilton School in Anza, California, located in the mountains south of Palm Springs. Matt will be missed by his wife Heidi Lake Sellers and her parents Diane Lake and Quintin Lake; his mother JoAnn Sellers; his father James R. Sellers (Susan); his grandparents Ruth and Lyle Sellers; his sisters Jennifer Sellers (Ken Vorndran) and Jacquelyn Sellers (Pat Watrous); his brothers Jeffery Sellers and Joel Sellers (Susan) and his nieces Carlyn Vorndran, Alissa Vorndran and Corissa Sellers; as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins, students, fellow teachers and many friends. A memorial service will be held in Tucson at Unity Church at 3617 N. Camino Blanco at 3:00 p.m., Friday, February 19. In lieu of flowers the family asks that any contributions be made to the Matt Sellers Memorial Fund for Hamilton School in Anza, California, c/o Wells Fargo Bank, account #0801996273, 4752 E. Sunrise Dr., Tucson, Arizona 85718.
THOMSON, Frank Albert, of Benson, passed away February 10, 1999 in Benson. Survived by wife, Velma Thomson of Benson; niece, Angela Docker of Riverside, CA; nephews, Frank Reed of Fallon, NV, Robert Baxter of Orange, CA, and Robert Burris of Redlands, CA; grandnieces, Deirdre Browner of San Diego, CA, Tara Browner of Los Angeles, CA, Christina Baxter of Orange, CA, Karyn and Melinda Baxter of San Bernardino, CA and Melody Reed of Fallon, NV; grandniece, Gail Reed and great-grandnephews, Tom and Guy Reed of Corona, CA; grandnephews, Scott Baxter of Sacramento, CA and Gleen Reed of Fallon, NV and many relatives and friends.
Mr. Thomson was born January 11, 1913 in Santa Ana, CA spending his childhood there and graduating from Santa Ana High School. He served in the Armed Forces, first in the California National Guard, and later in the Army Air Corps, where he was a Gold Medalist in the 1934 Middle Weight Boxing Competition. During WWII, Mr. Thomson worked as an engineer for Douglas Air Craft in the Experimental Engine Development program. He was self employed from the early 1950's until his retirement. In recent years, Mr. Thomson had devoted his energies to the construction of a new senior citizen center in Benson, recently securing major grant funding for his endeavor. Velma and Frank were also accomplished ballroom dancers, active until well into their eighties.
Services are to be held at Richardson's Mortuary Chapel in Benson, AZ on Sunday, February 14, 1999. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Best of Friends Animal Sanctuary, Kanab, UT 84741-5001 or the American Cancer Society.
