LINK, Patricia A., 55, died May 26, 1999. Survived by her daughters, Susan (Brad) Bailey and Karen (Frank Machado) Link; granddaughter, Deanna Bailey; brothers, Charles Kollar and William Spinelli. Also survived by Roy Kelly. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 28, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, an aftercare provider, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Mass will be held 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 29, 1999 at St. Francis de Sales Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1636 N. Swan, Ste. 151, Tucson, AZ 85712.
McGILL, Eula L. (Marrs), 83, passed away May 24, 1999. Born August 3, 1915 in Trenton, Missouri. preceded in death by her husband, Joe McGill; parents, Lynn and Ruth Marrs; brother, Russ Marrs and son-in-law, Loren Elliott. Survived by sons, Jerry (Janet) of Toledo, Washington, Larry (Glenna) of Rathdrum, Idaho; daughter, Vee Elliott of Tucson; 10 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren also survive. Services will be private. Donations may be made to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712 or Comstock Children's Foundation, 2600 N. Wyatt Drive, Tucson, AZ 85712. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
RAMIREZ, Joe, 90, of Tucson, died Sunday, May 23, 1999. He is preceded in death by his former wife, Sarah J. Ramirez. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Ramirez and family; a son, Franisco T. Ramirez; one daughter, Rosalva (Dave) Robertson; stepson, Luis Murriieta; son-in-law, David Murrieta; sister-in-law, Gloria Llanes and two grandchildren, Sergio Alvarez and Cherisa Robertson. Funeral service will be at 9:00 o'clock Friday, May 28, 1999 at St. John the Evangelist Church, with a visitation Thursday evening from 5:00 to 9:00 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY. Arrangements made by South Lawn Mortuary, an aftercare provider.
SHELPMAN, Robert 'Rob' 30, of Tucson, died May 25, 1999. Born in Tucson on May 8, 1969, and attended Canyon del Oro High School. Son of Arthur and Janice Shelpman of Mill Creek, WA; brother of Jacquelyn Shelpman of Mesa, AZ; grandson of Clayton and Beryl Shelpman and Felix DeBross, all of Arizona. Funeral Mass Friday, May 28, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church (corner of N. 1st Ave. & Ft. Lowell Rd.). Visitation Thursday, May 27, 1999 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
SMELTZER, Neil L., 36, of Benson, died May 24, 1999. He was born in the Philippine Islands May 23, 1963. He is survived by his fiance, Laura Ormsby; mother, Jean Smeltzer; brothers, Loren of Phoenix and David of Texas; sisters, Kimberly Champion, Janice Hergenreter, Velma Phillips, Katherine James, Susan Jordan and Georgia Schuck. He was preceded in death by his father, James R. and brother, Warren L. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 29, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd., with Harry Wineinger from American Legion Post 36 officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TAPS, 151 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, Arizona 85716 or to charity of choice. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
THORNTON, Rex Carter, 77, passed away May 22, 1999. Rex is survived by children, Gary Thornton, Jeanette Thornton Flores, Rex William Thornton and Luis Oliver Thornton; grandchildren, Joy Wafer and Bobby Flores; sister, Lucille Hucklebee of Arkansas; niece, Gloria Thornton and numerous nieces and nephews. Private service will be held in Bisbee, AZ.
Rex will be greatly missed and loved by all who knew him.
TOTH, Paul, age 84, of Tucson, passed away May 25, 1999. He is preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Charles, Julia and Mary and is survived by brothers and sisters, John and George of Tucson, Helen Montesion of Ocala, Florida; and sister-in-law, Rose Toth of Tucson. Friends may call at family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, Thursday, May 27, 1999 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 28, 1999 at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Church, 2915 E. 36th Street. Interment Holy Hope cemetery.
ZIMMER, Helen Mae, 67, of Tucson, entered into rest on May 25, 1999. Survived by husband, Charles; sons, Charles (Terri) of NC, William (Yolanda) and Harold of MN; sisters, June (Hope) Sewell, Maryann (Kenny) Botkin; brothers, George (Delores) Burge, Fred and Bill Burge all of Tucson; 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Helen was retired from Hughes and Local #933 in Tucson. She was predeceased by her parents, grandparents, infant granddaughter, Christina, and lovely niece, Vickie Lee Larrabee (Horton). Funeral services will be Friday, May 28, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, aftercare providers, 5801 E. Grant Rd. with Rev. Marv Boyer of Sahuaro Baptist Church officiating. Friends may call on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Committal will be in the East Lawn Palms cemetery.
Her thoughts were always so full of us, She never could forget!! And so we think that where she is, she must be watching yet, Waiting till we come home to her, anxious if we are late Watching from heaven's window, leaning from heaven's gate.
FREUDENDAHL, Selma (Baumler), 98, passed away on May 25, 1999. She was a 40 year resident of Tucson who moved here from Chicago. She is preceded in death by her husband, Otto and two sisters and two brothers. She is survived by one niece and two nephews. Funeral will be in Oak Lawn, IL, with arrangements by Blake Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, 708-636-1193.
LLOYD, Lonnie Lee Jr., 57, of Columbus, Georgia, died in Tucson, May 18, 1999. He worked most of his active life in food service and food service training and was a member of the Chef's Association of Southern Arizona. In 1979 he founded the Food Service Training Program at the Tucson Skill Center, which is now the Pima Community College (PCC) Center for Training and Development. May 6, 1999 he received an award for excellence in vocational instruction and was recognized for 20 years of service from the PCC Desert Vista Campus. Lonnie loved his family. He loved teaching, loved his students and was proud of their accomplishments. Lonnie is survived by his daughter, brother, stepdaughter and grandchildren. A memorial service and burial of ashes will be held at Fresnal Canyon, Tohono O'Odham Reservation, Saturday, May 29, 1999 at 5:00 a.m.
Eloise Naomi Croner McCaine
On the morning of May 26th, 1999, the gentle soul of Eloise Naomi Croner McCaine was lifted up into everlasting peace. Her dignity and wisdom touched many during the course of her lifetime and she will always be remembered as a woman of God who lived her faith every moment of every day. Often challenged but never defeated, from a wheelchair that could not confine her, she taught her children to soar like eagles and touch the sky. Her integrity of character and strength of spirit where the rock on which she built a Christian home filled with an open love and compassion for family, friends, and others who happened to cross her path. Often a counsel to ministers and elders of her church, her unwavering faith and love of God was inspiring to all who knew her.
Eloise was born in Rendville, Ohio where she also graduated from high school. After working in the U.S. Army Depot as a stock clerk from 1943 to 1945, she entered military service in the first group of forty-four women in the Women's Army Corps (WACS) Hospital Company where she completed Medical and Surgical Technician Training. She continued to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves until 1951 as a Surgical Technician. Upon discharge from military service, Eloise built a home, family, and pathway to future success for her five grateful and loving children in Salinas, California in the St. James C.M.E. church. She would say, 'It is God's love that protected and provided for them.' Her children will tell you it is God's love that blessed them with her presence in their lives. On moving to Tucson, Arizona in 1987, Eloise joined Prince Chapel A.M.E. church and later became an affiliate of the Pima Street Baptist Church where she continued to witness and testify her love for God even as her own health faded.
She was born the daughter of Bert and Inez Croner. preceded in death by her younger brother, Paul Croner and granddaughter, Jill Naomi McCaine who were also dearly loved, the remarkable spirit of compassion and family love in the Croner family continues on in her brother, Bert Croner, and her sisters, Belia Warren, Florence Blake and Inez Allan all currently residing in Ohio. The spirit of Eloise continues to live on in her children, Richard McCaine of Riverside, California, David McCaine of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Doris Reed McCaine and Jon McCaine both of Tucson, Arizona, Ina McCaine of Kansas City, Missouri as well as many grandchildren, nephews, and nieces. She was dearly loved and will be dearly missed…
Memorial service 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 1, 1999 at Prince Chapel, AME Church, 602 S. Stone, with Pastor Lee Norris May officiating. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, May 30, 1999 at
BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
PERLET, Jane A., passed away May 25, 1999. Survived by husband, Arthur William Perlet; a sister, Joan Beckies of Arizona; a brother, John Fisher of Illinois; a son, Scott Perlet of Texas; a son, Steve Perlet of Ohio; a daughter, Sharon Jesko of Ohio and nine grandchildren. Interment will be held in Genoa City, Wisconsin. A memorial service will be held in Tucson at a later date. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society. She will be missed. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
RILEY, George Thomas, 74, died May 25, 1999. Father of Bruce Riley of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Michael Riley of London and Steven Riley of Denison, TX; brother of John Riley of CA and Marie Riley of New Jersey; two grandchildren and his companion, Margaret Carr also survive. He was born in New Jersey and lived in Tucson for the last 42 years. He was a retired General Contractor. Memorial service 12:00 Noon, Saturday, May 29, 1999 at St. Phillips in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4400 N. Campbell Ave. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
NEIL L. SMELTZER, 36, of Benson, died May 24, 1999. He was born in the Philippine Islands May 23, 1963. He is survived by his fiance, Laura Ormsby; mother, Jean Smeltzer; brothers, Loren of Phoenix and David of Texas; sisters, Kimberly Champion, Janice Hergenreter, Velma Phillips, Katherine James, Susan Jordan and Georgia Schuck. He was preceded in death by his father, James R. and brother, Warren L. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 29, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd., with Harry Wineinger from American Legion Post 36 officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TAPS, 151 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, Arizona 85716 or to charity of choice. Arrangements by Heather Mortuary, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
SMITH, Dennis E., 29, died May 25, 1999 from injuries due to an auto accident in Tucson, AZ. Dennis was a student at Pima Community College, and was a manager at Panda Village Restaurant. Lifelong Ohio State University Buckeyes Fan. Survived by parents, Samuel and Kay Smith of Albuquerque, N.M.; sister, Claudia of Tucson, AZ; grandparents, Gay Nell Smith of Reynoldsburg, OH and William and Una Pierce of Watsonville, CA; uncle and aunt, William and Beverly Pierce of Watsonville, CA; aunt, Frances Strand of Jackson, MI; cousins and many friends. Visitation will be Friday, May 28, 1999 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 29, 1999 at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Wolfrey Peace Chapel, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338, Tucson.
SPORE, Margaret Elizabeth, 88, passed away on May 25, 1999. She was born in Wilton Junction, Iowa on January 17, 1911. She moved to Davenport, Iowa and met and married
Guy Wendell Spore who preceded her in death in 1995. They had a daughter born in 1944 named Mary Karen who had health problems so they moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1950. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Karen and Larry and a sister-in-law, Rose Margaret Zach of Davenport, Iowa, and many nieces and nephews. She belonged to Olana Temple #131 Daughters of the Nile and the Order of the Eastern Star in Davenport and Honorary member of the Mariposa Chapter #31 Order of Eastern Star in Tucson. Visitation will be Sunday, May 30th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at South Lawn Mortuary. Funeral will be Tuesday, June 1st at 11:00 a.m. at South Lawn Mortuary and cemetery with the Reverend Martin Abraham of Trinity Presbyterian Church of Tucson, AZ officiating.
UMBAUGH, Vera Elizabeth, 83, died May 26, 1999. Mother of Sandra (Tom) Bowman of Lima, Ohio, Barbara (Jim) Hoelscher of Upper Marlboro, Maryland and Elizabeth Umbaugh of Tucson; sister of James (Eldena) Russell of California; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell and a brother, William Russell of Florida and her sister, Marjorie Brown of Tucson. Funeral service 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 29 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with interment to follow at TMP South Lawn cemetery. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. until. 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 29, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.
Don Edward Keney, Sr., age 75, of Tucson, departed this life on Thursday, May 28, 1999 at home. Retired from Tinken Roller Bearing Company, Canton, Ohio. Veteran WWII U.S. Navy. Born Marietta, OH July 10, 1924. Left to cherish his memory are wife of 55 years, Nellie E. Keney; son, Don Keney, Jr.; son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Sandy Keney of N. Jackson, OH; daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Ty Garber of Columbus, OH; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and friends. preceded in death by parents, Howard and Kathryn Keney; sister, Louise Keney; and brothers, James (Chad) Keney, Howard Richard (Dick) Keney and Russell Keney. Celebration of life service Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Dexel Heights Baptist Church, 2802 W. Mossman Road, Pastor George Gomez officiating. Cremation services by Arizona Mortuary.
MCPHERSON, Mackey E., 78, died May 24, 1999 after a long illness. Survived by wife, Trudy McPherson; daughters, Sydney Rogers and Sheila McPherson. preceded in death by his parents, Mack and Ada McPherson and grandson, Larry W. Kittell, Jr. Retired from Arizona Public Service. A resident of Tucson since 1955, formerly of Franklin, PA. Veteran of WWII, U.S. Navy Submarine Service Pacific Theater. Life member of B.P.O.E. #110. He was a member of Marion McDaniel Lodge #56, F&AM of Tucson, 32 Mason of Scottish Rite, Valley of Tucson. Member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Tucson, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716 or a charity of your choice.
ROMERO, Alfonso Mercado, 83, a native Tucsonan, retired Realtor and businessman, died May 27, 1999. Survivors include his wife, Gloria; daughters, Genevieve Cartmill, Henrietta Cimino, Silvia Gonzales, Lorena; sons, Alfonso, Ricardo, George and Marco; 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Julia Apalategui Romero. Funeral service 4:00 p.m., Saturday, May 29, at LDS Church, Sonora Ward, 105 N. Norton (Broadway & Tucson Blvd.). Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. until service at the church. Interment will be at TMP South Lawn. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WELLS, Claude R., was born on March 28, 1939 in Westerly, Rhode Island. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Dorothy Wells. Claude is survived by his wife, Teresa Kay; children, Debra, Laura and Scott; grandchildren, Roschell, Heather, Daniel and Erika; one great-grandchild, Ilyana and brothers and sisters, Arthur, Margaret, Vera and Laverne (Bud). With many accomplishments in life, the most memorable accomplishment was when he received the 'Silver Star' from Mercedes Benz, in Stuttgart, Germany, the highest award given to automotive technicians. He then used the title of his award to name the business, Silver Star Motors, located here in Tucson. A kind and loving human being is the memory that we all will have of this husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. His life was lived as he wanted it, and most importantly, his incredible knowledge will live on in his children. He taught and lived a good life. We will miss him very much. Donations may be made to 'The Arthritis Foundation.' Services will be private. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
BARRON, Nettie M., 82, of Tucson, died Friday, May 28, 1999. She is preceded in death by her husband, Stan Barron. She is survived by two daughters, Lela Meaney and Sally Franovic; one sister, Anna Belle Flock; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. There will be a public visitation Tuesday, June 1, 1999 from2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY. Interment will be private. Arrangements made by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, an aftercare provider.
