MAIN, Wally E., 37, of Tucson, died May 12, 1999. Survived by wife, Reyna of Tucson; children, Reynita, Andrea, Natalie and Wally of Tucson; mother, Maria D. Main of Douglas; brothers, Roland and Ricky both of Douglas; sister, Maria Fullen of Douglas. Predeceased by father, Wallace and brothers, Andy and Joe. To my loving husband, father, brother and son, you were the greatest and you will be greatly missed. Your wife, children, brothers, sister and mom will always look up to you for guidance. You were a very successful businessman and it will be carried through by your family. You are now in heaven and an angel who will be with us forever. Friends may call Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Mass, Saturday, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Burial, Tombstone, Arizona. Call Evergreen, 888-7470 for service times.
MILLIRON, William L. 'Bud' passed away on May 9, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janet; sons, Bill (Eunice) of Tucson, George (Barbara) of Florida; two grandchildren, Christopher and Bethany of Florida; sisters, Louise Benes, Alyce Littel both of Ohio and Helen McKinney of Virginia, and many nieces and nephews. Bud was born in Pennsylvania on September 8, 1925. He came to Tucson in 1946 following service in the U.S. Navy. For many years he owned and operated McNaught/Milliron Radiator Shop. For the past seven years it was his great joy to serve as a volunteer at Tucson Medical Center, giving more than 3, 000 hours of service. He often said it was the best job he ever had. Memorial services will be at 1:00 Sunday, May 16 at Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church, 5360 E. Pima. Memorial donations may be made to TMC Auxiliary, PO Box 42195, Tucson 85733 or to Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church, 5360 E. Pima Rd.
MIRANTI, Anastasia Fay, age 70, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Carmen of Tucson; three sons, Carmen (Patricia) Miranti of Tucson, Mark Miranti of Minnesota, Louis Miranti of Tucson; three daughters, Diana (Fred) Antrim, Kathleen Miranti, Joe Beatrice (Kenneth) Morrison all of Tucson; five brothers, Michael Moroney of Phoenix, William, Patrick, George, and Harold Moroney all of Illinois. Also surviving are nine grandchildren and six great-grand-children. Mrs. Miranti was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Catherine and Mary. A visitation will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway) from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 14, 1999 and the Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association of Arizona, 2819 E. Broadway Blvd., 85716, in memory of Mrs. Miranti.
Louise Diane Nachreiner - A resident of Tucson since 1951, passed away May 10, 1999 at the age of 62. Born October 15, 1936 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Raymond; her children, Michael, Linda, Tim, Carol, James and their families; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; mother, Florence Freckman; brother, Robert (Dolores); sister, Marilyn (Cloid); many nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends. 'Our wife and mother loved to play the violin. She was also a dedicated volunteer at her church and St. Mary's Hospital. Most of all she was a dedicated, loving and caring mother.' A graveside service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, May 14, 1999 at South Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, a certified aftercare provider. 'We all love and Miss you.'
POQUETTE, Erma B., passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Noon on May 12, 1999. Born May 3, 1926 in Dickinson, NY to William and Ada Betterley. preceded in death by her husband, Curtis and brother, William. Survived by sons, Joseph (Doris), Michael (Kathy) and Thomas (Diane); daughters, Judith, Mary Lynn (Michael) St Ores; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; brother, Emerson Betterley of Honeoye, NY. She lived with her daughter, Mary Lynn for the past six years. She married
Curtis Poquette in St. Regis Falls, NY on July 29, 1944. They moved to Tucson in 1971 due to Curtis' health. Erma soon found work as a Trailer Park Manager for several years, then as a cook for Tri Delta and AKO Sororities. She enjoyed the young people and made many lasting friends. Memorial service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 15 at Grace Chapel, 6180 E. Pima St. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carondelet Hospice.
Barbara Joy Andree went home May 11, 1999. Born in Childress, Texas on March 4, 1930, her family moved to Tucson in 1935. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold S. Andree. She is survived by her brother, Buck (Irene) Crouch; her sister, June (Cecil) Turley; her two sons, Mike (Sandy) Andree, Les (Marybeth) Andree; and three grandchildren, Barbara J., Michael L., and Valerie Andree. She was a loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of the VFW Post 10015, Moose Lodge 1964, a previous member of H.F.C.U. Board of Directors and The Southern Arizona Central Labor Council. A Memorial Service will be held at Moose Lodge 1964 on Sunday, May 16, 1999 at 3:00 in the afternoon. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Mary's Hospice. Arrangements made by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
Walter W. Hafley, longtime Tucson resident and businessman, died May 10, 1999 at the age of 92. Owner of Jones Drug Company on Congress Street and later at 22nd and Cherry for 25 years, he retired in 1978 at age 72. Married Helen Johnson in 1936. Survived by son, W. Grant Hafley and daughter-in-law, Patricia J. Hafley of Cambridge, Ohio; granddaughter, Malinda J. Hafley of Columbus, Ohio; and sister, Grace Slater of Porterville, California and numerous nieces and nephews. preceded in death by his father, William L. Hafley and mother, Martha E. Stallsworth Hafley; wife, Helen; six sisters, Birtha, Violet, Effie, Mary, Florence, Jessey and his brother, John. The family requests that donations be made to the Chan and Ruth Reed Memorial Fund, College of Pharmacy, University of Arizona or the favorite charity of your choice. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 17th at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott. Interment to follow at South Lawn cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, May 16th at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL.
MILLIRON, William L. 'Bud' passed away on May 9, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janet; sons, Bill (Eunice) of Tucson, George (Barbara) of Florida; two grandchildren, Christopher and Bethany of Florida; sisters, Louise Benes, Alyce Littel both of Ohio and Helen McKinney of Virginia, and many nieces and nephews. Bud was born in Pennsylvania on September 8, 1925. He came to Tucson in 1946 following service in the U.S. Navy. For many years he owned and operated McNaught/Milliron Radiator Shop. For the past seven years it was his great joy to serve as a volunteer at Tucson Medical Center, giving more than 3, 000 hours of service. He often said it was the best job he ever had. Memorial services will be at 1:00 Sunday, May 16 at Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church, 5360 E. Pima. Memorial donations may be made to TMC Auxiliary, PO Box 42195, Tucson 85733 or to Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church, 5360 E. Pima Rd.
Grace Rosenberg (nee: Albano) was born in Queens, N.Y. on December 20, 1933. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Stanley J. 'Stan'; sons, Mark and David (Bonnie); grandsons, Ryan and John; brother-in-law, Martin (Francine) and their children all of Tucson. Grace had a loving and caring passion whose joy and energy radiated to all around her. She served for many years as a caregiver to the disabled at A.T.P.T. and private care homes. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and a very caring lady. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Sunday, May 16th. Funeral service 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 17th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Burial will be in Our Lady of the Desert cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 16th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Donations in Grace's memory may be made to Breast Cancer Research, The Breast Center, 2028 E. Prince, T/A 85719.
STEPHENSON, Donald Frank, 55, of Tucson, passed away May 12, 1999. He is survived by his children, David Brian (Lori) Stephenson of Lancaster, CA, Katherine Jean (Steve) Chavez of Placentia, CA, Patricia Ann (Troy) Stevens of Norco, CA, Gary Alan (Michelle) Stephenson of Huntington Beach, CA, Charles Ray Stephenson and Chad Stephenson both of Kissimmee, FL: eight grandchildren; brothers and sisters, David J. 'Skip' (Betsy) Stephenson, Jr. of Stigler, OK, John C. (Dorie) Stephenson, Charles R. (Clela) Stephenson, Sharon (David) Hughes, Robert L. (Blanca) Stephenson, Mary Lou (David) Sainz, Sandra (Jose) Sanchez, all of Tucson; uncle, Donald Kieser of Tucson, as well as many nephews and nieces, family and friends. Mr. Stephenson was the proprietor of Bojangles Saloon. Services, Monday, 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Arrangements by Evergreen Mortuary & cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
BAUM, Madge Kilpatrick, died peacefully at home Friday, May 14, 1999. She was 99. Madge was born in South Dakota, and grew up in Phoenix. She is a graduate of Phoenix Union High School and later attended Finishing School at Martha Washington Seminary in Washington, DC. She then came to Tucson where she met and married
James Clayton Baum, a prominent Tucson businessman and co-founder of Baum and Adamson Tire Co. Together, they were active members of the Old Pueblo Club, Tucson Country Club, and Rocky Mountain Oysters. She is preceded in death by her husband, Clayton; and son, James Richard Baum, Sr. Madge is survived by her grandchildren, Christine (Mike) Dunlap, James R. Baum, Jr., Frederick A. (Mary) Baum, Margaret (Joe) Dimaggio, and Clayton (Joey) Baum; and great-grandchildren, Kevin, Nicholas, Katie, Austin, Amy, Matthew, and Megan. Memorial Services will take place at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, (Dodge Chapel), 1050 N. Dodge Blvd (at Speedway), on Monday, May 17 at 4:00 p.m.
JOHN RAYMOND HARRIS was called to Eternal Rest May 15, 1999 at the age of 92 years. John was born October 20, 1906 in Ashland, Wisconsin. John once wrote of his homeland: 'A city of 11, 000 kind hearts and gentle people.' Survived by devoted sons, Michael and Robert; ever loving daughters, Sister Colleen, CSJ and Sister Kathleen, CSJ; faithful and loving daughters-in-law, Charlotte and Sonyi; loving grandchildren, Christopher, Kathleen and Timothy; great-grandchildren, Michael, Ryan, Nicolas and Rachel; and many loving relatives and friends. Mass will be celebrated for John on Tuesday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 3201 E. Presidio Rd., one block south of Ft. Lowell, east of Country Club. Viewing will be from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m, followed by Mass in the church. GRAVESIDE SERVICES ARE PRIVATE at HOLY HOPE cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests, for those wishing, memorial contributions to the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Retirement Fund or to your favorite charity. When John was celebrating his 91st Birthday, he was interviewed by a reporter of the Tucson Citizen. At that time the reporter wrote of John: 'FOR THIS MAN, LETTER WRITING WON'T GO OUT OF STYLE. Harris may well be our most published Editorial Letter Writer over the past 43 years.' Our Dad, Grandfather and Great-grandfather has been writing letters day after day for more than 75 years! With heartfelt gratitude, the Harris Family thanks their Dad and Grandfather for sharing a lifetime GIFT OF WRITING with the community of Tucson, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Members of Congress, LIFE Magazine, Time, Newsweek, USA Weekend, Religious Leaders, as well as so many people in need of 'A WRITTEN WORD OF COMFORT'. John, you will be greatly missed by your family, relatives and friends! Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
Rosemary Jones, age 62, of Tucson, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 1999. She is survived by children, Eugene Mills, Daryl Scott Mills, Craig Waterhouse, all of Tucson; brothers, Clarence Jones, Hershel Jones, Emmitt Jones, Clayborne Jones; sister, Ruby Jones; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Rosemary had the following members of her family to precede her in death, brother, Robert 'Sonny' Jones; sister, Dollie Bryant and Hazel Lewis; mother, Dollie Reaves; father, Robert Jones; stepfather, C.C. Reaves. Services will be held Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway) at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. James High of Upper Room Church of God in Christ officiating. Visitation will be held starting at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday until service time. The interment service will be private. 'We love you very much, and will miss you, ' your family.
MACK, Judith M., born January 21, 1947 in Akron, OH, passed away May 9, 1999 in Flagstaff, AZ. Survived by mother, Mary of Tucson; sister, Nanci of San Diego, CA. preceded in death by father, Lawrence. She was a teacher in the Page Schools and the assistant Pastor of the Page Methodist Church. Graveside service 9:00 a.m., Saturday, May 22 at East Lawn Palms cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with Rev. Bill Killian officiating. Remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
MASTERMAN, John Shelby. Family and friends mourn the death of John Shelby Masterman, born March 15, 1928 in Ithaca, NY, died May 13, 1999 at the University Medical Center in Tucson. Survived by wife, Lucy (nee Richardson); sons, David (Laurie Strollo), Thomas (Helena Laux); daughters, Carrie and Shelby; granddaughter, Emma. After attending Cornell University, John began his career in journalism as a newspaper reporter and editor in Texas. His career as a journalist includes: NBC News television reporter and anchorman and radio correspondent in Washington and New York; news director and anchorman at NBC's Kansas City television affiliate; a PBS documentary producer and writer; and documentary producer, writer, public affairs director and program host for Kansas City's PBS affiliate. Memorial services 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, at Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the caring doctors and staff in the Cardiac Care Unit at UMC. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the John Masterman Memorial Fund c/o UMC Development Office, P.O. Box 245082, Tucson, AZ 85724-5082. Arrangements by Arizona Mortuary, an aftercare provider.
SCHELLIE, Jean Bigelow, born in Minneapolis, MN, on May 17, 1912, passed away in Tucson, AZ on May 3, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth, in 1988. She is survived by Barbra (Terry) Wien of Tucson, Kenneth (Deborah) Schellie of Atlanta, Peter (Anne) Schellie of Annapolis; six grandchildren, Katherine Anne Schellie, David Schellie, Susan (Bryan) Olin, Scott Schellie, Linda (Ronald) Pelton, Laurie Wien (John Buckentine) and two great-grandsons, Michael and Kyle Pelton. She is also survived by a niece, Coralee Schellie of Tucson and a cousin, Lorraine Langell of Beach Grove, IN.
Jean grew up in Minneapolis and Chicago, graduated from Stephens College in 1932, and married
Kenneth Schellie in 1933. They spent most of their adult life in Indianapolis, IN, until they retired to Tucson, AZ and Phelps, WI in 1972. Jean was an avid golfer, active with PEO, Garden Club, and the Christian Science Church.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 19 at SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 1335 S. Swan, at ten o'clock in the morning. Contributions in her name may be made to the First Church of Christ Scientist, 3035 E. 5th St., Tucson, AZ 85716.
WOOD, Ezra Daniel, 83, died May 12, 1999. Father of Dana Rigas and Margaret (Cupie) Clark; also survived by ex-wife, Margaret Wood; five grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was a well known Race Car Driver and retired from the State Highway Dept. Services will be private. Donations in Dan's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
ALTAMIRANO, Sharon Lee, 50, died May 16, 1999. Beloved wife of Oscar Altamirano; beloved mother of Amanda (Adam), Ken, Lisa, Ruben (Carrie) and Oscar, Jr.; grandmother of Sarah Rose and Michael Anthony; daughter of Virginia O'Brien; sister of Nancy Cannito, Barbara Mangan and Connie (Napoleon) Valeriano. Sharon was employed by TUSD for 17 years. Her service will be held on her birthday. Rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 19 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Funeral Service 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 20, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert cemetery. Donations in Sharon's memory may be made to Carondelet Hospice, 1802 W. St. Mary's Rd., T/A 85745. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 19 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.
DAHL, Gloria, 50, of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Elyria, Ohio, died on May 15, 1999. Survived by husband, Kenneth Dahl, Sr.; son, Kenneth Dahl, Jr.; mother, Gayla Riffle of Elyria, Ohio; sister, Janet Sabo of Elyria, Ohio; brother, John Riffle, Jr. of Elyria, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be May 20, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. at Green Valley Mortuary Chapel, Sahuarita, Arizona, with Rev. Steve Taylor officiating. Interment will be in Green Valley Memorial Gardens. Remembrances may be made to American Diabetes Association, 2328 W. Royal Palm Rd., Ste. D, Phoenix, AZ 85021. Arrangements by Green Valley Mortuary & Memorial Gardens.
KINGSFORD, Emma Matilda 'Molly' 81, died May 14, 1999. Survived by her husband, Roscoe Kingsford; sons, Thane (Francisca) and Brian (Marilee) and Clare (Shari) Kingsford; daughters, Golda (Larry) Duffner, Ione (Ron) Murphy; 20 grandchildren; sister, Perdema Duncan. Visitation will be held 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 20, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., also 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Relief Society Room at the Binghampton Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 3700 E. Fort Lowell Rd., where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at the L.D.S. cemetery, 4001 N. Alvernon.
Richard Charles Kountz, born November 13, 1949, died May 12, 1999. Born in Beaverfalls, PA, passed away unexpectedly in Tucson. Richard is survived by his wife, Penny; daughter, Tamara; son from a previous marriage, Richard; sisters, Sandy and Donna Kountz, Lois (Frank) Johnson; five nieces and five nephews and one grandson; lifelong friends, Dave and Becky. Mr. Kountz was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a nephew. He was a loving father and will be greatly missed by many. You're truly free! Memorial service will be on Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 12:00 noon at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd., an aftercare provider.
MACK, Judith M., born January 21, 1947 in Akron, OH, passed away May 9, 1999 in Flagstaff, AZ. Survived by mother, Mary of Tucson; sister, Nanci of San Diego, CA. preceded in death by father, Lawrence. She was a teacher in the Page Schools and the assistant Pastor of the Page Methodist Church. Graveside service 9:00 a.m., Saturday, May 22 at East Lawn Palms cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with Rev. Bill Killian officiating. Remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
NEWNAM, Lola F., 85, of Marana, died May 15, 1999. Predeceased by daughter, Phyllis Newnam. Survivors include her husband, Rev. Edgar L. Newnam of Marana; daughters, Jean Hooper, Jo Smallwood, Ruby Conley all of Marana, Georgia Reese of Lincoln, AR, Norma Sparks of Fortuna, CA, Sharon Tixeira of Camp Verde, AZ, Brenda Courtney of Mayer, AZ and Carrie Stone of Lakeside, AZ; son, Edgar B. Newnam of Lakeside, AZ; 34 grandchildren, 63 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY with Rev. James Carman, Rev. Edgar Hoskinson, Rev. Clarence Norman and Rev. Randy Grimes officiating. Interment to follow in Evergreen cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY.
