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.
Carl P. Smith, 70, of Sun City Vistoso, died February 28, 1999. He is survived by wife, Marilyn; son, Kelly; daughter, Lynda (Matthew) Glandorf; grandson, Alexander Glandorf; sister, Margaret (Harold) Squaires; brother-in-law, Bill (Helen) Fisher; nieces, nephews and other family members. A Funeral Service will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave (@ Magee), at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 1999. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Carl's memory to your favorite charity.
STOCKTON, Frank D., 77, died Wednesday, February 24, 1999 in Tucson. Frank was born July 7, 1921 in Bakersfield, CA. He is survived by his wife, Ascencion O. Stockton; 1 son Robert F. Stockton; 4 daughters, Florence Sisk, Sharon Ingersoll, Emiley Thomas, Lonnie Stockton; 4 grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 2, 1999 from 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. at Wolfrey Peace Chapel. Graveside services will be Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at the V.A. National cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338
SWINEFORD, Robert G., 81, beloved husband, daddy and Bumpy went to be with the Lord, February 27, 1999. Survived by his wife, Palmera 'Polly' Swineford; children, Lois (Rollie) Olson, Janet (Don) Erickson, Craig (Martha) Swineford and Karen (Robert) Rohlf; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during WWII. A member of the El Camino Baptist Church, 7777 E. Speedway where a memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 4, 1999. contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 13423, Tucson, AZ 85715-3819. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
ARRIAGA, Luz C. Arriaga 91, of Tucson, passed away February 26, 1999. preceded in death by husband, Julio Arriaga; son, Julio Jr. Arriaga; grandson, Frederick Arriaga; brother, Frank Castro. Survived by sons, Hector (Betsy) and Fernando Arriaga. Also survived by four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 4, 1999 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel,) 204 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, March 5, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at St. Ambrose. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
AVITIA, Maria Magdalena, 89, died February 28, 1999. In loving memory of our mother and grandmother who was greatly loved and will be missed dearly. preceded in death by beloved daughter, Marianne Cordova and beloved son, Alfonso Avitia. Survived by daughters, Gloria (Jesus) Santana, Maria J. (Frank) Avitia and Rosemary (Ramon) Ochoa; son, Johnny (Dora) Avitia; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren also survive. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 1999 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 5th at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Avenue. Burial in Holy Hope cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
REBECCA D. BONILLAS, 70, passed away on March 1, 1999. She was born on December 13, 1928 and is preceded in death by parents, Ramon and Rosalia Duarte; brother, Tony Duarte; sisters, Nellie Verdugo and Frances Gutierrez. Rebecca is survived by husband, Ernesto T. Bonillas; five daughters and two sons, Rosalie (Manuel) Arvizu, Yolanda (Salvador) West, Rebecca Samaniego and Beto Cervantes, Ernesto Jr. (Judy) Bonillas, Efren Bonillas, Sandra (Jesse) Garza, Priscilla (Paul) Rosales; 23 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Also survived by sister, Rosalie Maldonado; brothers, Ruben (Rosa) Duarte, Joe 'Milo' (Ramona) Duarte and numerous nephews and nieces.
Rebecca was born and raised in Tucson. Viewing will be held on Friday, March 5th from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Tucson Mortuary, 204 S. Stone. A mass will be held on Saturday, March 6th, 9:00 a.m. at Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave., with burial services immediately following at Holy Hope cemetery.
Rebecca instilled the importance of family and by sticking together anything is possible. She loved and treated everyone just as if they were family with loving support, a good sense of humor, and incredible kindness. She touched so many lives and will never be forgotten.
WE LOVE YOU MOM!!!
BRAUN, Terrance Michael, 49, resident of Tucson, died February 27, 1999. Survived by wife, Linda K. Braun of Tucson; mother, Helen Rose Braun of La Crosse, WI; sons, Jason Braun of San Antonio, TX, Eric Braun of Columbus, MS; daughter, Theresa Braun of Carbondale, IL and four brothers. Mr. Braun served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam Era. Graveside Services, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. Evergreen cemetery, with military honors by the DMAFB Elite Honor Guard. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
BROCKERT, Donald L., 67, passed away February 27, 1999. Survived by wife, Melvina; sons, Benjamin Brockert and Edward Brockert; daughters, Gale (Jack) Harden, Yvonne (David) Sladek, Carla Fankuchen and Donna Sue Brockert; stepchildren, Marilee Schneider, Raymond Schneider, Robert Schneider and Shirlee Koplin; 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Brockert. Graveside Service, 10 a.m. Thursday, March 4, at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Remembrances may be made to St. Pius X Church, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo, Tucson AZ 85715. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan.
CASTRO, Joseph H., 54, of Tucson, passed away February 13, 1999. Survived by wife, Delise Cumbie Castro; parents, Jose Maria Castro and Frieda B. Castro; daughter, Michelle C. Busch; stepsons, Aaron and Edward Cumbie; sisters, 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 Road. 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.
WALTER EUGENE GRAVES - Left this world Sunday, February 28th, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Emily; daughter, Patricia; son, Geoffrey; sisters, Rosalie and Evelyn; brother, Clinton and loving grandchildren. He will be missed dearly and remembered as the nicest man we knew. He served with distinction during WWII. He loved Tucson and wouldn't have left if he didn't have to. His memory will always be in our hearts. An informal service/open house will be held by Emily Saturday, March 6th from noon til dusk.
Sophie Greenberg-Preciado, 82, of Tucson, embraced her Lord on Monday, March 1, 1999. preceded in death by her husband, Irving Greenberg on February 23, 1999. Beloved sister of Ruby Gerst of Phoenix; and numerous nieces and nephews who will greatly miss her. Graveside service, Friday, 11:00 a.m., Knights of Pythias Section, Evergreen cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
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 Lee (John) Dugan. Loving grandmother of Mark Dugan, Marissa Lee Dugan, Matthew Robert Gregg and Leah Michelle Gregg; aunt of Karen Lee Rietz. Past President of American Legion Auxiliary Post #102. Contribution's in Maggie's name may be 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.
HARTMAN, Mary Ellen, nee Russell; died February 22, 1999. Greatly missed by husband, Joseph; daughter, Maura; in-laws; cousins; nieces, and nephews. preceded in death by parents, Patrick (C. Tipperary, Ireland), and Bridget (C. Limerick, Ireland); and her brothers. She was born ‘South Side' Chicago 1918. Longtime Talman S&L employee. Moved to Tucson 1977. Longtime City Court transcriber. Ever grateful to surgeon, Dr. Robert Guerra, and special thanks to Northwest Hospital and TMC Staff. NO flowers due to allergies. PLEASE join us. Mass at St. Odilia Church, 9:00 a.m., Saturday, March 6 with Celebration of Life picnic to follow at Catalina State Park 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Internment Holy Hope cemetery Monday March 3 at 11:00 a.m.
DONALD JOSEPH HOLMES, M.D. - The Michigan and Arizona noted psychiatrist died Friday, February 26 in Tucson, Arizona where he lived with his wife, Paula. Dr. Holmes received both his Bachelors' Degree and Medical Degree from Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. He interned at the famed Philadelphia General Hospital where only a handful of residents were selected each year from hundreds of applicants. He did his psychiatric residency at the University of Michigan Neuropsychiatric Institute and received an M.Sc. in Psychiatry from the Rackham School of Graduate Studies.
Dr. Holmes began his career as a professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. From 1964-74, he held several posts at the Neuropsychiatric Institute, University Hospital in Ann Arbor including chief of the adult service and executive assistant to the chair, Department of Psychiatry and Director of the Neuropsychiatric Institute.
Dr. Holmes was a consultant to the Arizona State Hospital Residency Program, the Arizona State University Student Health Service in Psychiatry and coordinator ofresidency training in psychiatry for the Maricopa County General Hospital in Phoenix. He was also a consultant to the La Frontera Center in Tucson and the Behavioral Health Agency of Central Arizona in Casa Grande. He served as Medical Director of the Verde Valley Community Guidance Clinic in Cottonwood from 1982-1987 and Medical Director of the combined Camelback and Marcus J. Lawrence Hospital detoxification and treatment program, the Sedona Villa. From 1989-1996, he was a staff psychiatrist with the Foundation of Mental Health, Northern Michigan Community Mental Health Center. From 1996 until his death, he was a psychiatric consultant to La Frontera Center in Tucson.
Dr. Holmes was a guest lecturer throughout the United States and Europe. His honors included Charter Fellow, American College of Psychiatry; Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association; Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honorary Society; NY Academy of Sciences; and American Association for the Advancement of Science.
He was recognized around the country for his work with adolescents; and his ability to garner trust from those wary persons who were skeptical of psychiatrists. He made major contributions to all those whose lives he touched.
Dr. Holmes was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and the U.S. Army Medical Corps. He was the author ofseveral publications and books, including 'Psychotherapy' and 'Adolescents in Psychotherapy'.
He is survived by his wife, Paula, a celebrated architect; son, Robb, a Juris Doctor in Tucson; and son, Todd, doctor of internal medicine in Pennsylvania.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 6 at 10:00 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Northwestern Tucson, 3601 W. Cromwell Drive. In lieu of flowers, any donations may be sent to La Frontera Center, 502 West 29th Street, Tucson.
CARL MIXON, age 75, of Tucson passed away February 28, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Helen Mixon; daughter, Mary Helen Mejia; step-daughter, Elisa G. Apodaca (Fermin) and children; granddaughters, Carla M. Villasenor (Roy), Monica L. Alegria (Benny), and Becky D. Mejia; great-grandchildren, Robbie and Gabriell Alegria; brother, R.J. Mixon; sister, Edyth (Paul) Buttler; and many other relatives and friends. Carl was the proud owner of Freeway Tanks for 18 years in Tucson. Services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 1999 at the Mortuary Chapel, 5401 S. Park Avenue. Interment South Lawn cemetery. Friends may call at the Mortuary Thursday March 4, 1999 from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Arrangements by South Lawn Mortuary, an aftercare provider.
NEATHERY, William C. 'Bill', Sr. 76, of Mesa, died February 17, 1999. Retired Salt River Project, former Tucson Police Officer. WWII Vet., Masons/OES, active community volunteer. Survived by wife of 52 years, Dorothy; daughters, Kim (Forrest) Metz, Debra; son, Bill, Jr. (Jana); grandchildren, Forrest, Jenifer and Erin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Arizona Boys Ranch at Queen Creek, AZ. Memorial Service, March 6, 10:30 a.m., Melcher's Chapel of the Roses, Mesa, AZ.
PATTERSON, Henry 'Pat', age 85, founder of Pat's Drive In and a 45-year resident of Tucson. Died February 26, 1999 at his home. Forever in the hearts of his wife; daughters, Laura and Pam; son, Pat and their families. The kindest and most generous man in the world will be missed by all who knew him. preceded in death by his son Bruce in January of 1977, they are together now.This knowledge gives us peace. We Love You. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave.
RASOR, O.W. 'Chub', age 84, died Friday, February 26, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Anita; brothers, Cecil (Wanda) Rasor and Larry (Edwina) Miller; nieces, Natalie Miller Orozco and Desmond Miller Billotte. He was a longtime resident of Tucson and retired owner of Miller-Rasor Radio. Mr. Rasor was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 4, 1999 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge (at Speedway) with Rev. Mark Hallemeyer officiating. Interment will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park cemetery. Contributions in Orval's memory may be made to the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 830 N. 1st Ave., 85719. Friends may call from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to service time Thursday at ADAIR DODGE CHAPEL.
RAWLINS, Janis Mae, 69, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on March 2, 1999. Beloved wife of James Rawlins; mother of Laura Reynolds of Tucson, Barbra (Kevin) Haines of Seattle, WA and James Walton of Waukegan, Illinois; sister of Carole (Charles) Reed of Tucson and Henry (Rose) Hyatt of New Jersey; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. She is loved and missed by all. Funeral Service 12:00 noon Friday, March 5th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, with Rev. Joseph Reed officiating. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 4th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
Jenna Lynn Shumaker, age 10, was taken from us on February 27, 1999 as a result of a skiing accident in South Lake Tahoe, CA. She is survived by her parents, Jeff and Charlene Shumaker and her brother, Jeremy.
Jenna was a 5th grade student at Tanque Verde Elementary School. She has been described by her teacher and classmates as the 'heart' of their classroom, for to know Jenna was to experience her love and kindness. Her highest life priority was her family and friends.
Jenna, your passing leaves us all grief stricken and sullen. Yet the recollection of your commitment to a quality, harmonious life provides hope that with time, these emotions will soften and give way to a collection of gentle remembrances. You were a gift from God and we were blessed to have shared your life. Please know that you will be forever loved by all whose lives you touched.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 5, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. in the EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Road, Tucson, AZ with Father James Coleman officiating.
There will be a visitation on Thursday evening, March 4, 1999 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
Committal will take place in the East Lawn Palms cemetery.
Due to Jenna's love of animals, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716.
