BUCKLEY, JR., William Anthony, 74, of St. Francisville, LA, died Tuesday, April 20, 1999 at Baton Rouge, LA. William was a native of Hillsdale, Illinois. preceded in death by wife, Shirley Wickstrom Buckley. Survivors include wife, Mary Wilcox Ball Buckley of St. Francisville, LA; four sons, Edward Anthony Buckley of Ruston, LA, Ronald 'Ron' Buckley of Groton, CT, James 'Jim' Buckley of Twin Falls, ID and William Buckley III of Moline, Ill.; two sisters, Elizabeth 'Bett' Flatt and Bernice Barth, both of Arizona; seven grandchildren also survive. Services will be held at East Lawn Palms Mortuary, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ on Saturday, April 24, 1999 from 10:00 a.m. until Religious service at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Assoc. or to Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Arrangements by CHARLET FUNERAL HOME, INC., P.O. Box 287, Clinton, LA 70722.
DREXEL, Donna M., 68, of Tucson, died April 16, 1999 in the TMC Hospice. She was born May 24, 1930 in Chicago, IL. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph; daughters, Donna J. Drexel and Constance Nelson; sister, Constance Slattery. Services will be private.
JUNGENBERG, Vincent F., age 70, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Mr. Jungenberg was a 30 year resident of Arizona and an Air Force Veteran. He passed away April 20, 1999 in Tucson. Born September 21, 1928 in Oxford, Wisconsin. His loving wife, Janie; 14 children, 19 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren survive Mr. Jungenberg. A visitation will be held today from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at South Lawn cemetery.
VIRGINIA M. KINNEY
Noted Pianist Dies
The very loved Virginia M. Kinney died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 20, 1999. Her parents, George and Mildred Kinney, preceded her, as did her brother Tom in their demise. Virginia was born in Toledo, Ohio 78 years ago. She was put at the piano at the age of three. Virginia received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of St. Benedict and later joined the staff. She received a scholarship to pursue her Master's degree under the supervision of Mr. R. Ganz, the world famous Swiss Concert Pianist, famous for establishing the Chicago Musical College. As a known perfectionist, Virginia gave many concerts in Chicago during this time. After studying under Mr. M. Hartsell in the University of Arizona School of Music, Virginia joined the Pima County Rural District where she was promoted to the position of Fine Arts Director. Virginia was known for her organizational abilities, precision enthusiasm, and excellent opportunities for grade schoolers to perform. Her performances were a proud representation of her work. Virginia lived in Tucson for the last 45 years with her dear friend, Sara Purvin. She will be sorely missed.
LARKIN, Miriam M., 84, of Tucson, left us on Monday, April 19, 1999. preceded in death by her parents, William and Sarah Louise Masters. Survivors include her daughter, Lois (Jay) Moosman; granddaughter, Janet Anaya of Tucson; brother, Bill (Aimee) Masters of Bermuda and sister, Dottie (Paul) Glazier of Brewster, MA, and long time friend, Helen Matthews of Tucson. In 1964, the Tucson Board of Realtors named Miriam 'Realtor of the Year' as well as being elected Women's Council President. She became the first woman president of Multiple Listing Service in 1975. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Pulmonary Rehab at St. Joseph's Hospital. Graveside service will be held at Evergreen cemetery on Monday, April 26 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
SELLERS, Emma B., 86, passed away Monday, April 19, 1999 in Neligh, NE. She was born in Leitchfield, Kentucky on March 18, 1913, and has been a resident of Tucson since 1948. She was preceded in death by son, Lewis Douglas Shrewsbury and her husbands, Virgil Shrewsbury and Loura Harry Sellers. She is survived by daughters, Lois Elaine Shrewsbury, Marian Murillo; son, David J. Shrewsbury; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and sister, Pauline Cope of Salem, OR. Her faith and wisdom she shared will live on forever in those who knew her. A visitation will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. on Friday, April 23, 1999 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, an aftercare provider.
SILVAIN, Ernesto Z., 93, died April 20, 1999. Father of Ernie (Delia) Silvain, Artemisa Bravo, Mary Ruiz, Hector (Frances) Silvain, Sally Brooks and Frank Silvain. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 25, 1999 at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m. Monday, April 26th at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Burial in Holy Hope cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m, Sunday, April 25th at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
Rosa Emiline (Heckwine) Sparks, age 83, born July 10, 1915 in Mt. Auburn, Illinois, died April 20, 1999. preceded in death by 10 brothers, sisters, and her husband, Verless Roy Sparks. Mrs. Sparks is survived by son, Donald (Eudene) Walker of Rochester, Illinois; granddaughter, Dana Kay Duke; great-grandchildren, Morgan Elise Duke, Benjamin Paul Duke and Samuel Philip Duke, all of Springfield, Illinois; granddaughter, Tracy Ann Knox of Providence, Rhode Island; great-granddaughter, Katherine Esther Knox; great-grandson, Thomas Cotton Knox, both from Providence, Rhode Island. A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, 1999 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S.Park Ave. Funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Monday, April 26, 1999 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, Rev. Paul Nelson officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by South Lawn Mortuary, a certified aftercare provider.
Joan Ann Tylczak, born November 27, 1944, in Chicago, IL, died on Tuesday afternoon, April 20, 1999 in Tucson, AZ, where she has resided for the last 10 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Steve and Stephanie (Wujtowicz) Tylczak. She is survived by brother, Philip R. Smith of Sydney, Australia; sisters, Joyce (John) Krempen and Carol Marion of Tucson, AZ and Karen (Bill) Rizer and Janice (Paul) Stechman of Chicago, IL. She is also survived by nephews, Tim and Tom Smith, David Stechman, Chris Marion and Joey Rizer; nieces, Cindy Dolan and her daughter, Jessica, Kim (Jayson) Fultz and Sara Rizer; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Joan had a very generous heart and loved her family. She will be dearly missed by them and the many friends she made throughout the years. Take a moment to remember good times shared with her. Her remains will be cremated and ashes scattered. A memorial service will take place in Tucson at a later date. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (@ Magee).
VALDEZ, Octavio P., age 35, a 29 year resident of Tucson, passed away April 18, 1999. Born April 27, 1963 in Fairfield, California. Mr. Valdez is survived by his son, Robert Valdez; father, Robert A. Valdez; brother, Ralph Valdez; sister, E. Maria Nunez; brothers, Robert G., Richard and George Valdez; sister, Margaret Legarreta; brother, Bobby Valdez; stepmother, Guadalupe Mendoza; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and many friends also survive. Predeceased by his mother, Aurora Valdez. A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, April 25, 1999 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave., Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Monday morning at Santa Cruz Catholic Church. Burial will follow at South Lawn cemetery.
DOAK, Charles, 84, of Tucson, died April 23, 1999. The Greatest Guy in the World, Charlie is survived by wife of 50 years, Ruth; sons, Jim (Jill) Doak, Christopher Doak all of Tucson; grandchildren, Rachel Doak of Las Vegas, NV and Sam Doak of Tucson and brother-in-law, Joseph Padilla. Visitation will be 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be Wednesday, April 26, 1999, 10:00 a.m. all at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 3201 E. Presidio. Burial will follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Contributions may be made to Casa de los Ninos. Adios Mucho Cuidado. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
EPSTEIN, Byron, 66, resident of Tucson for 55 years, died April 22, 1999. Survived by wife, Arlene; sons, Michael (Judy) Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein both of Tucson; daughters, Cindy Auclair of Tucson, Melissa (Richard) Hudson of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Stefani, Scott and Steven Auclair, Jake Hudson; and sister-in-law, Joan Epstein of Tucson. Mr. Epstein fought a gallant fight. He was much beloved and an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1954. He was a proud Cub Scout Master and Boy Scout Leader for 14 years and active in the community. He was a business owner in Tucson for 34 years. Services Sunday, Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E. 5th St., with Cantor Ivor Lichterman officiating. Interment Evergreen cemetery, Congregation Anshei Israel Section. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
GAMET, Vera Estelle, 90, died April 22, 1999. Aunt of Polly Ferguson, Jack English, David Raymond and Jimmy Steele. Vera is remembered as a botanical expert on the upper Sonoran Desert through her writings, teachings and desert walks. She is remembered by many friends as a gracious mentor who led them to love the desert. Vera was a former resident of Carefree, Az. for over 40 years and her articles are still published in the Carefree Enterprise. She was preceded in death by husband, Dean Gamet. No services are planned at this time. Donations in Vera's memory may be made to the Phoenix Desert, Botanical Society or the Cave Creek Museum. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, Tucson, Arizona 85710.
KILDOW, Lillian (Wohlstrom), born October 6, 1924 in High Coal, West Virginia, left us to be with the Lord on April 22, 1999 surrounded by friends and family in her home in Tucson, Arizona. Retired Customer Service Representative from Hughes Credit Union after 13 years of service. She was recipient of the Prestigious 1996 Arizona Hope Award given annually by the Arizona Credit Union League, honoring 'People who help other people everyday.' Lillian was also a licensed Real Estate Agent for Executive One Realty and a full-time wonderful person. Survived by husband, Edwin Kildow; children, Barbara Kildow and her husband, Tom and Peggy MacMacken; grandchildren, Shannon Mance and her husband Jim and Kelly MacMacken; great-grandchildren, Lukas MacMacken, expected great-grandchild (June 1999), Selena Abriel MacMacken; sister, Fay Chapman and her husband, Charles. Lillian was the greatest gift that God could have given to this world. She brightened the lives of everyone that met her, and will now be brightening heaven. Funeral Service 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at Eastside Assembly of God Church, (Small Sanctuary) 1930 S. Wilmot Rd., with Rev. Ralph E. Hilton officiating. Interment to follow at TMP South Lawn cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 to8:00 p.m. Monday, April 26, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
LEWIS, Marjorie Doris, 72, died April 21, 1999. Mother of Celia Ray Hayhoe and Roy (Diana) Woolfstead; daughter of Florence Lafkoe; grandmother of Janice Amanda Hayhoe, Lauren Pillon and Cameron Woolfstead. Memorial service 4:00 p.m., Sunday, April 25, 1999 at Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson, 4831 E. 22nd St. Donations in Marjorie's memory may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
McKIBBIN, Rose L., 86, passed away April 21, 1999. preceded in death by her husband, Clarence. She is survived by stepson, Wib (Roma) McKibbin; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Marion Bauer; and two nieces.
A memorial service will be held on April 25, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at The Church of the Painted Hills, 3295 W. Speedway Blvd.
STRESS, Edna A., 82, of Tucson, died April 22, 1999. Wife of Gust A.; mother of Ronald, Gerald and Sheldon Stress. 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; sister of Marcie Blough and Ethel Hoffman. Funeral Service will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Tuesday April 27, 1999 at 10:00 a.m., Rev. Robert F. Binegar and Rev. Gary Kirk officiating. Interment South Lawn. Friends may call at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111), Monday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
WATSON, Charles C., 95 years old, died April 21, 1999, Wednesday in Tucson, AZ. Born on August 2, 1903 in Greenwood, Indiana. Survived by three daughters, Maxine Newman, Joy Shires, Charlotte Carroll; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. preceded in death by wife, Loraine G. Watson. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
WHITING, Catherine 'Cassie' passed away Tuesday, April 20, 1999, at home in the company of her children Annabelle, Brian, Donald Jr., Jackie. Cassie was a retired accountant with the City of Tucson. She had a great love for playing bridge and visiting casinos around the country. Cassie is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Donald Whiting, Sr. and is survived by her children, Annabelle (Steve), Brian, Donald, Jr., Jackie (Alfredo) and grandchildren, Ryan and Reid Hall and Aaron Rivero. Services will be held for Cassie and Donald, Sr. on Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows. Reception immediately following at the Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers and gifts contributions can be made to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712.
EDWARD FLAGG GARRETT, 77, of Tucson, AZ, returned to his Creator on April 23, 1999. He was born in Los Angeles, CA, to Edward and Viola Flagg. He was preceded in death by wife, Leonor C. Garrett. Survived by children, Linda (Flemming) Pedersen, Edward C. (Andrea) Garrett and Viola (Tom) Pace; grandchildren, Fr. Miguel, Leonor, Juliet, Seth, Quinn, Melanie (Don) and Brittany. Edward served with the Army in the Luzon, New Guinnea and South Philippines Campaigns during WWII. He worked at Subic Navy Base, Manilla, P.I. and Ft. Huachuca Army Post. Friends may call at family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (@ Magee) from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 27, 1999. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd., at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 28, 1999, with Fr. Remigio Mariano, Jr., grandson of the deceased officiating. Burial will follow at East Lawn cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's School Endowment, 215 S. Craycroft, Tucson, AZ 85711 or Alzheimer's Association, 5132 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712.
HUKE, Lawrence (Larry) A., was born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 28, 1914 and died in Tucson, Arizona on April 21, 1999. He moved to Denver, Colorado at an early age and became a prominent community leader and businessman in Arvada, Colorado. He retired to Arizona in 1980. He brought happiness to all that knew him. He is loved and will be missed by his wife, Ellie; son, Michael; daughter-in-law, Sandy; and three grandchildren, Zachary, Casey, and Heidi. A private family service was held.
JOHNSON, Virginia Eiseline, died March 30, 1999 at La Canada Care Center. She was born in Canandaigua, NY on June 21, 1913. She is survived by her husband, O. Byron Johnson; her daughter and son-in- law, Janet and David Davis; her granddaughter, Cherie Baird; two great-grandchildren, Tanya Vasquez and Cameron Baird and a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Marian Eiseline all of Tucson. Also surviving are four stepchildren and several step grandchildren on the East Coast. Virginia was a teacher and reading specialist in New York State and had taught in many different environments from six grades in a one room school through college classes. She was a graduate of the State University of New York and also attended Penn State. There will be a memorial service on Saturday May 1 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 750 W. Chapala Drive. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society or to St. Andrews Church.
MOLBY, Robert M., of Tucson, died April 22, 1999. Husband of Jeannette E. Molby of Tucson; father of Randal L. Molby of TN, Rick Fisk of Tucson, Debra Molby of MI; stepfather of Tracy L. Knapp of Tucson, Tray Knapp of NM, and Eric R. Knapp of Tucson. Predeceased by Raymond Fisk; nine grandchildren. Funeral Service Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at 5:00 p.m. with Visitation from 2:00 p.m. until Service time at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave (888-1111). Graveside Service Wednesday, April 28, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen cemetery, Tucson, AZ.
