MASSA, Margret P., embraced her Lord and Savior on Valentine's Day at the age of 82. She came to Tucson in 1946 and retired as a sales associate for Foley's Department Store. She is survived by her three daughters, Lynn Fuller-Gaare (Robert) and Cara Massa of Tucson and Paula Massa-Apelian (Christopher) of New Jersey and three grandchildren, Lisa Tuck and Tad Hindhaugh of Tucson and Andrea Fuller of Fullerton, CA. She is preceded in death by her sister and best friend Martha Lamp and is survived by her brother, Anthony 'George' Lamparelli (Mary Ann) and sister Norma Jean French, nieces, nephews, and her godchild, Mary Ann Murphy-Snow of Phoenix. Through her Christian beliefs, her family has gained the wisdom and strength to endure adversities and to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. We thank you for all you taught us, Mom. A memorial mass will be said at St. Cyril's Catholic Church on Friday March 5, at 1:00 PM. Contributions can be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 616 N. Country Club, Suite B, Tucson, 85716.
RICARDO JESUS PALACIOS, 15, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 1999. Born October 20, 1983 in Tucson, Arizona. preceded in death by his father, Edward C. Palacios. Survived by grandparents, Frank Rodriguez and Socorro Palacios; mother, Virginia Palacios; step-father, Phil Lopez; brothers, Everett Acosta, Edward (Martha) and Robert (Sonia) Palacio; sister, Francis (Richard) Rodriguez; nephews, Robert, Edward and Ruben; niece, Alexis. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Ricardo was a former student at Pueblo High School. He finally succumbed a long battle of leukemia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to 'Cota for Ricardo' Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank, #6801487679. He will remembered by family and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 04, 1999 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave.with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, March 05, 1999, 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
RENFROW, Dorothy Jean, age 70, died Sunday February 28, 1999. She is survived by one son, Bradley (Judi) Renfrow of Marina Del Rey, CA; one daughter Wendy (Jack) Misenhimer of Black Forrest, CO; one brother Joseph (Jeannie) Fannin of Denver, CO; five grandchildren, Dawneille, Kyla, Lance, Brian and Dillon. Mrs. Renfrow is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and her extended family of friends. Dorothy had been a member of Alcoholics Anonymous for the past 24 years, and was a docent at Reid Park Zoo. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, 1999, at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME DODGE CHAPEL, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway). The family has requested that in lieu of flowers donations may be made, in memory of Mrs. Renfrow, to Reid Park Zoo, c/o Zoo Administration, 1100 S. Randolph Way, 85716.
JAMES BERRY ROBERTS III, 85, died February 25, 1999. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Edith. Survived by his sons, J. Berry Roberts IV and Larry D. Roberts; grandson, James Roberts V; four sisters, Ruth Johantgen, June (Earl) Wesson, Fern Armstrong and Ernestine Richardson. Mr. Roberts served his country in the U.S. Army for 34 years, principally as a Medical Administrator. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and the York Rite. He was also a **KYCH** and the Red Cross of Constantine, and a member of St. Marks Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 1, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., where funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 2, 1999. Entombment will be at East Lawn Palms cemetery.
Martin Schwartz, age 86, passed away Friday, February 26, 1999. Devoted husband of Lillian, devoted father of Steven and Arlene, Gerald and Brenda. Martin served in the army from 1943 to 1946 as a medic. He received The Good Conduct Medal, WWII Victory Medal, The European African, Middle Eastern Campaign Medal and a Purple Heart. He was an all around athlete who played semi-pro football and tennis. He worked as a bartender at Madison Square Garden in New York City for 20 years, and retired in 1976, volunteered at the Downtown Police Department for 8 years, the Veterans Hospital for 20 years, and the Pima Council of Aging. Martin was much loved by all who knew him. We will all miss him. Memorial gathering will be Tuesday, March 2, 1999 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Villa Serenas Banquet Room, 8111 East Broadway.
SMITH, Vernon Lee, 70, died February 26, 1999. Survived by his wife, Sarah; daughters, Monica Brothers and Joan Young; mother, Ruth Smith; Carla Van Feldt; grandchildren, Melissah and Amanda Brothers, James and Jan Kuchta. preceded in death by father, Horace Smith. Vernon was a life member of the Glacier Lodge No. 10F & AM, The Scottish Rite, Al Aska Shrine Temple, The American Legion Jack Henry Post No. 1. Avid fisherman and hunter and a pilot. Served his community and country, veteran of the U.S. Navy. Had a very adventurous, rewarding life. Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, an Aftercare Provider, 5801 East Grant Road. Masonic Service Bureau officiating. Contributions may be made to the Sabbar Shrine Crippled Children and Burn Center, 450 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716.
VAN DERHERCHEN, Ralph E., 76, died February 25, 1999. Survived by his wife Edna (Broyles) Van Derherchen; many other family members, Susan Clark, Frank and Ed Broyles, Carole Seamon, Judy Long; grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a host of friends. Ralph was a member of El Camino Baptist Church, past president of the Pennsylvania Club and member of the Gideons International. Served in the U.S. Marines during WWII. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 1, 1999 at El Camino Baptist Church, 7777 E. Speedway with Pastor Kevin Shorkey officiating. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an aftercare provider. Contributions may be made to The Gideons, P.O. Box 30777, Tucson, AZ 85751.
AGUILAR, Arturo M., born August 7, 1922, died Friday, February, 26 1999 in Chula Vista CA. He was a life long resident of Tucson. preceded in death by his wife Evangelista Salinas; his parents Manuel and Maria Aguilar; sister Hortencia Gallardo; brothers Manuel and Roy. He leaves behind his loving family; daughter, Betty Daugherty; sons, Art Jr., Robert, Abel and Richard; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; also brothers Antonio, Carlos, Jerry, Frank, and Rudy; sisters Leonor Sedor, Lupe Desjardin. Rosary on Tuesday, March 2 1099, 7:00 p.m. at Humphry Mortuary. Mass 11:00 a.m., St. Rosa Lima Catholic Church in Chula Vista, CA. During world War II he survived the sinking of the USS Princeton in the South Pacific. He will be best remembered in Tucson by his many friends as a good sales- man and great golfer.
ANSTEY, Harold E., died February 18, 1999. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott
ANTONUCCIO, Reba L., 74 of Tucson died February 21, 1999. Survived by brother, Bill Goodale of Iowa; and grandchildren, Duane William Thompson and Ryan Matthew Dunn of Michigan. Private burial by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile
BURNS, Barbara Irene Brown, age 67 of Santa Fe, died on Sunday, February 28, 1999, in Santa Fe, following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Frances Brown; and step-mother, Becky Brown. Barbara was born February 17, 1932 in Iowa City, IA. She wed Hal Burns, Jr. in November 1950 in Lordsburg, NM. They were married
for 25 years. She was raised and schooled in Tucson, Az and was a graduate of Tucson High School. Her family lived in California and Arizona before moving to New Mexico in 1969, living first in Chama and then in Santa Fe. In the 1970's she was involved in the CETA Program and in 1978-1979 she worked for the Legislature. She had been employed at Sunwest Bank in Albuquerque and later worked as a tours and information specialist at the State Capitol Building. She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church and an active member of Santa Fe Community Foundation. She was also active and involved in Capitol City Business and Professional Women's Organization. Barbara is survived by her beloved three children, Hal Burns III and his wife, Laurie, of Flagstaff, AZ, Madelyn Hatch and husband, Larry, of Tucson, AZ and David F. Burns of Santa Fe. She is also survived by her brother, Bob Brown and wife, Vickie, of Houston, TX; sister, Roberta Chapman and husband, Ron, of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Larry P. Hatch, Vanessa Smith, Julie Vernon, Jennifer Burns and James Hatch; and great grandchildren, Zoeriah Smith and Cassidy Vernon. Visitation will begin on Wednesday, March 3, 1999 from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel. A celebration of Barbara's life will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. at St. John's United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Santa Fe Community Foundation or St. John's United Methodist Church Memorial Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Sante Fe, 984-8600.
CASTRO, Joseph H., 54, of Tucson, passed away February 13, 1999. Survived by wife, Delise Cumble Castro; parents, Jose Maria Castro and Frieda B. Castro; daughter, Michelle C. Busch; stepsons, Mary C. Rascon, Terry C. Cordova, and Margaret C. Velador; brothers, Richard B. and Ernest B. Castro. Also survived by three grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, March 05, 1999, 1:00 p.m. at the Mausoleum, 3555 N. Oracle Rd. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Joseph Castro loved to volunteer all his time at the Old Pascua. We thank them for all the care and love they gave to him! Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
FLORES, Severiano B., 90, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away February 24, 1999. Survived by wife, Maria Flores; daughters, Margaret (Gilbert) Salcido, Teresa (Joe) Martinez, and Isabel Laird; sons, William, Herman, Ernesto F., Jesse, Edward, Rudy, and Raul Flores, and Jesus (Tony) Sanchez; nieces, Sarah Johnson, Esther Flores, and Josefina Tapia. Also survived by 48 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 03, 1999 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, South Chapel, 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday, March 04, 1999, 10:00 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Mr. Severiano was immigrated to the U.S. in 1926 from Leon Guenajato, Mexico. He immediately started a successful 46 year career with Southern Pacific Railroad. He was loved and will be missed. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
FREGOSO, Hortensia Ruiz, age 73, born in Peoria, Arizona on August 19, 1925, passed away on February 27, 1999. preceded in death by parents Vicente and Balbaneda Ruiz and sister Maria Luz Kane. Survived by husband of 52 years, Roberto L. Fregoso; three sons: Robert (Ethel), Joe (Teresa), Javier (Edith) Fregoso, three daughters, Alice (Rene) Redondo, Irma Fregoso, Elisa (John) Monteleone; 14 grandchildren: Roberto Jay, Jeremy (Meg), Janelle, Javier, Simon, Jason, and Jered Fregoso, Stacy (Todd) Schulte, Shellie (David) Barker, Jeanne Redondo, Stephanie and Jessica Monteleone, Rudy Castro and Freddy Romero; five great-grandchildren: Branden, Casey, Jeshua, and Darien Barker, and Chad Schulte. Also survived by four brothers: Manuel (Victoria), Mario (Julia), Francisco (Fermina), and Ernesto (Ernestina) Ruiz; and three sisters: Balbaneda (Alfonso) Gutierrez, Cristina (Alfonso) Solano and Maria Elena (Octavio) Acosta, and by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Nana will be best remembered for her incredible posole, love of family and willingness to help everyone. We will all miss her dearly. Vaya Con Dios! The family is very grateful to the staff at St. Mary's Hospice for their loving and tender care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carondelet St. Mary's Hospice. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 1, 1999 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, NORTH CHAPEL, with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Tuesday March 2, 1999 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Augustine's Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
GARCIA, Robert T., 75, of Tucson. He was born April 15, 1923. He passed away February 25, 1999. He is survived by wife of 37 years, Carole Garcia; children, Danny, Roberta, and Wayne; nine grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Margaret Terrones; brother, Dan Garcia. He was a resident of Tucson since 1979. He was a longtime member of VFW Post 549 & The Marine Corp League. Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at Chapel One Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Private interment. Arrangements by Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan.
GREGG, Maggie Lee, passed away February 28, 1999. Born October 18, 1924 in West Mineral, Kansas. She moved to Tucson from Chicago in 1985. Loving wife of 53 years to Bob Gregg. Loving Mother of Paul (Paula) Gregg, and Diana (John) Dugan. Loving grandmother of Mark Dugan, Marissa Dugan, Matthew Robert Gregg & Leah Michelle Gregg; aunt of Karen Rietz. Past President of American Legion Auxiliary Post #102. Contribution's in Maggie's name maybe made to American Legion Post #102, 3050 S. Kinney Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85713. For all of us who knew her knew of her love and kindness and her passion for giving. We're going to miss you Mom and all of the love and the tenderness that you gave. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m., Wednesday March 3, 1999, at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 4520 W. Ajo Way, with Pastor William Beiderman officiating. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 South Scott.
HAGEN, Elinor M., 87, of Tucson, died February 22, 1999. Survived by son, Richard and wife, Cathryn Hagen of Tucson; granddaughter, Launa Ruoff and Susan Hagen both of New Jersey. Mrs. Hagen retired from Bell Labs in New Jersey after 20 years of service. Memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 4 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.
IBARRA, David was born September 13, 1980. He passed away February 25, 1999. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday 11:00 a.m. March 3, 1999 at South Lawn cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave. He is survived by his parents, Artemio and Flor E. Ibarra; his brother, Richard Ibarra of Tucson, AZ; and extended family of Artemio; grandfather, Eleodoro Ibarra; uncles, Gabriel Ibarra and family, Gilberto Ibarra and family and Martin Ibarra of Los Angeles, CA.; aunts, Francisca Ibarra and family, Guadalupe Ibarra, Nayarit, Tepic, Mexico. Extended family of Flor; grandparents, Juan and Conrada Mungarro; uncle, Jesus Mungarro and family of Sonora, Mexico; aunts, Arminda Ramirez and family, Amelia Estrella and family all of Tucson, Maria E. Cantu and family of Galveston, TX, Maria Luisa, husband & family of Nogales, AZ; godparents, Luis and Rogelia Pesina. He leaves behind many cousins and friends. He went home to be with the Lord. He well be missed by many.
KOEHNEMANN, Shirley, age 68, of Tucson, AZ, died February 28, 1999. She is survived by husband, Anthony; children, James Koehnemann, Julie Valentine and Timothy Koehnemann; grandson, Timothy Valentine; sister, Melba Phillips; and brother, James Caldwell. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Southwest Division, 1636 N. Swan Rd #151, Tucson, AZ 85712-4065 in her memory. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, Tucson, AZ.
MITCHELL, Joseph George, 56, of Tucson, AZ, died Saturday, February 27, 1999. He was a Golf Car Technician. Our loving, kind, considerate son, husband, father and grandfather is survived by mother and father, Julia and Peter; wife, Joan Mitchell; son, Richard J. Mitchell; daughter, Cindi L. Koenneker (James Koenneker); daughter, Melissa J. Mitchell; granddaughters, Kahlia Autumn Koenneker and Kyriae Cheyenne Koenneker; lifelong friend, Daniel Galgano (Betty). Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave at Magee, Monday, March 1, 1999 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at St. Odilia Catholic Church, 7570 N. Paseo del Norte, Tuesday, March 2, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will be at Union Hill cemetery, West Plains, Missouri. In lieu of of Flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan Road, Tucson, AZ 85712.
MYTKOS, Mary E., 88, of Tucson, died February 28, 1999. preceded in death by husband, Albin L. She is survived by her son, Albin L. Mytkos; daughter, Theresa C. (Mytkos) Kennedy, both of Tucson; grandson, Matthew M. Kennedy of Los Angeles, CA; sisters, Catherine Kanger of Arvada, CO., Ceal Hansen, Pat Greblunas and Madge Chiodo all of Omaha, NB, Frances Orr of San Jose, CA. Mass will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Arizona Multiple Sclerosis Society, 626 N. Craycroft Road, Suite 116, Tucson, AZ 85711. Interment East Lawn Palms cemetery. visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. in the EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., an Aftercare provider.
PERALTA, Modesto G. 'Tito', 85 of Tucson, passed away February 26, 1999. Survived by wife, Ruth Peralta; sons, Antonio (Estella) Peralta, Ricardo (Hortensia) and Frank (Bonnie) Cruz; sister, Margarita Snyder; brothers, Candido, Eddie (Maria), Jesus (Josefina) Peralta and Ruben (Frances) Montoya. Also survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many beloved nephews, nieces and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 1999 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, NORTH CHAPEL, with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday March 4, 1999, at 10:00 a.m.m, at St. Margaret's Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
ROMERO, Bernabe Q. 'Blinky', 81, died February 26, 1999. Husband of Guadalupe Romero; father of Richard (Michele), George A., Mary E., Rudy J., Robert C., Victor B., Michael A. (Sherrie), Donna M. Romero all of Tucson, Dolores (Stephen) Wedge of MA and Gilbert E. Romero of Alaska; 17 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, three brothers, two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m., Thursday March 4, 1999 at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Burial in Holy Hope cemetery. Mr. Romero retired from Magma Copper Mine in 1982. Donations in his memory may be made to TMC Hospice Program or St. Augustine Building maintenance fund, Friends may callfrom5:00p.m.to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
SHETTER, Dr. George Andrew, long time Tucson resident, died on Saturday, February 27, 1999. He was 86 years old. Dr. Shetter graduated from Richmond College and the Medical College of Virginia. He received additional training in ophthalmology at the Polyclinic Hospital in New York City and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. He served in the Army Air Force as a flight surgeon during World War II. In 1946 he moved to Tucson where he practiced medicine for 50 years. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and served on the board of Big Brothers. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid golfer. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy Shetter; son, Dr. Andrew G. Shetter; daughter-in-law, Katherine Shetter; daughter, Susan Q. Shetter; and his three grandchildren, Drew and Sarah Shetter, and Kirstin Eggers. His family and friends will miss him. A memorial service will be held at St. Philip's in the Hills Church on Thursday, March 4th at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that those who desire may make contributions to Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Tucson, The American Diabetes Society or the Tucson Association for the Blind.
