SONS, Vivian Ethel, daughter of Ava A. and Pearl L. Sons. Born January 21, 1917, Auburn, Nebraska, died June 28, 1999. . Baptized in PrairieUnion County church at the age of 11 years. Reared as a Baptist until marrying Olen Eilers (who was a Lutheran) in 1937. One child to this union, Larry Dee Eilers 1938. Olen Eilers passed away in 1939.
In 1941 she married
Harold C. Heckel. To this union two children were born: Carolyn Kay in 1943 and Harold Ray in 1947. Harold Heckel moved his family from Rockport, MO to Tucson, AZ in 1953 where they resided until 1996 when they moved to their son's home in Las Vegas. They stayed one year. Mr. Heckel passed away in Las Vegas in 1997. Vivian moved to Simi Valley to be with her daughter, Carolyn, and has lived there since.
She leaves three children; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was a homemaker and loved her family very much. Her husband, Harold, and three sisters passed away before her. Velma Atkins, Mary Armstrong, Annalee Slagle, her mother and father and brother in infancy.
Services will be held Saturday, July 3, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
WELCH, Ora, 63, passed away June 29, 1999. Survived by husband, Leroy Welch; daughters, Sandra Pridgett and LaRita Phillips; son, Leroy Welch, Jr; grandchildren, Renia, Jacqueline, Jaimie, Alexander. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 3, 1999 at Ideal Missionary Baptist Church, 2130 S. Dodge Blvd. Interment will follow at East Lawn cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service.
BERTRAM, James J., passed away at Tucson Medical Center on July 1, 1999, he was 80. A native of Platteville, WI, James married
his high school sweetheart and constant companion Charlotte Swenson in 1942. He served our country in the Army during World War II and Korea. In 1955 they relocated to Tucson where he was employed and retired from the H.J Heinz Co. after serving them for 52 years. He was also a devoted Catholic and parishioner of St. Cyril Church for 37 years. He will always be remembered as a loving husband and father. James is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Jennie Bertram, and sisters, Loraine and Bernadine. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 1/2 years, Charlotte; daughter, Lorraine (Gary) Tracy; brother, Ambrose (Evie) Bertram; sister, Beverly (Neal) Walters; sister-in-law, Marilyn Farrey and many nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be offered at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 3, 1999 from St. Cyril Catholic Church, 4725 E. Pima (at Swan). Interment will follow in South Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
KAHN, Gloria, 75, of Tucson, died June 30, 1999. She is survived by her children, Karen Dotson, David (Carol) Kahn; and three grandchildren, Aaron, Jade and Nathan. There will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association.
M. LEE STARR, 77, of Tucson, died July 2, 1999 at his residence in Tucson. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Eileen; daughters, Marianne Starr and Lisa Starr Burns; son-in-law, Kevin Burns, all of Tucson, and a nephew. Dr. Starr was a teacher, counselor, principal and administrator in the Tucson Unified School District. He was a teacher at Doolen Jr. High School, a high school counselor and assistant principal at Alice Vail Jr. High School and Catalina High School, principal at Rincon High School and Tucson High School. He was assistant superintendent of Tucson Unified School District from 1971 to 1974, and associate superintendent from 1974 to 1978. He entered private practice as a psychologist in 1978 and founded and was the president and CEO of Psychological Engineering for Business and industry from 1984 until his death.
Dr. Starr received his bachelor's degree from the University of Miami and did postgraduate work leading to a master's degree at Columbia University, the University of Denver, Arizona State University and the University of Arizona. He received a doctorate in education from Western Colorado University in 1974.
Dr. Starr's public service contributions included membership on the Mayor's Commission on Human Relations, member of Arizona state Anti Defamation League, Arizona state advisory board Good Shepherd School for Girls, member Democratic Central Committee Pima County, board of directors for Mobile Meals of Tucson, Pima County Board of Health, Southern Arizona Girl Scouts U.S. council, chairman Tucson Community Center Commission, board of directors Amigos de los Americanos, Anytown, Arizona, Lighthouse YMCA, Beacon Foundation, Big Brothers, National Council of Christians and Jews, Junior Achievement, Pacific Western region Anti Defamation League, Handmaker Nursing Home, United Way, CODAC, Planned Parenthood, Epilepsy Society Southern Arizona, Drug Abuse and Alcohol consortium, advisory board Tucson Free Medical Clinic, board of directors Los Ninos Crisis Center, member Arizona Association Student Teaching (state treasurer), NEA, Arizona Interscholastic Association, Arizona Personnel and Principals, American Association School Administrators, Association Supervision and Curriculum Development, Arizona School Administrators, Phi Epsilon Pi, Phi Delta Kappa.
The M. Lee Starr Learning Center at 102 N. Plumer, Housing the Teenage Parent Program was dedicated in honor of M. Lee Starr by the Tucson Unified School District. Chapel service will be held Sunday, July 4, 10:30 a.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Rabbi Arthur R. Oleisky and Cantor Ivor Lichterman, Congregation Anshei Israel officiating.
Family requests contributions to the Starr-Kagan Scholarship Fund, 75 N. Park Avenue, P.O. Box 40400, Tucson, AZ 85717 or your favorite charity.
DAVIS, Jackie Laverne, 63, of Tucson, passed away July 3, 1999. She was survived by her husband of 48 years, Billy Don Davis; sons, Don (Susan) Davis of Benton Harbor, MI; Dale Davis of Tucson; daughter, Nancy (Mike) Stonehouse of Catalina; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Buck of Ardmore, OK; Billie Eaton, High Springs, FL; many nephews and nieces. Mrs. Davis was predeceased by her son Mickey Davis; her mother, Ethel Herring; and sister, Louise Clark. Chapel services Tuesday 2:00 p.m. at Evergreen Mortuary. Private interment Evergreen cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday one hour prior to service at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
HOPKINS, Dollie Savage, 92, went to be with her Lord on July 3, 1999. Survivors include her daughter, Betty (Travis) Wheeler; 4 grandchildren, Deby (Mick) Swen of CA, Randy (Diane) Wheeler of AZ, Mark and Lila Savage of AL; 3 great grandchildren, Blaine and Britney Swan of CA, and Stephanie Wheeler of AZ. Funeral service will be held at East Lawn Palms Chapel, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Wednesday July 7, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, an Aftercare provider.
KOTLOWSKI, Helen, Died: June 26, 1999. ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL. (888-1111)
Thomas Martinelli of Tucson, is now with the Lord, July 1, 1999. Survivors include daughters, Janice and Peggy; son, Don; 9 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; brother, Gilbert Martinelli; sisters, Theresa DiFabio and Rita Bernardin. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, a resident of Tucson for the past 16 years and a long time member of 22nd St. Baptist Church. Visitation will be at East Lawn Palms Mortuary, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Tuesday July 6, 1999 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, Wednesday July 7, 1999 at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Mike Taylor officiating. Interment to follow at East Lawn Palms cemetery.
McFATRIDGE, James Kevin 'Jamie', 18, of Tucson passed away July 2, 1999. He is survived by his father, Charles R. 'Chuck' McFatridge, Jr.; his mother, Linda McFatridge; his step-father, Mark Kingsley, all of Tucson; his son, Zachary James Riha McFatridge; his fiancee, Laurie Riha; his brother, Scott Charles McFatridge; stepsisters, Shaunna Kingsley and Dawna Kingsley; paternal grandparents, Charles and Barbara McFatridge, Sr., all of Tucson; maternal grandfather, Byrd S. McBroom of Cookeville, TN; uncles and aunts, Chris and Shannon McFatridge, Mark and Sue McFatridge of MI, Richard and Carol McBroom of Baxter, TN; many cousins and friends. Jamie was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Juanita McBroom and his aunt, Debra Blair. Chapel service Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Evergreen Mortuary, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Interment Evergreen cemetery. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
REID, Ivy DeLille, 80, died July 2, 1999. Mother of Bonnie (Darrell) Nelson, and Diane (Bill) Lamb; 8 grandchildren also survive. Sister of Wanda Bachman. Ivy attended the Tucson Association for the blind. Services to be held in California. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway
COVINGTON, Thomas W., 82, of Tucson, passed away July 2, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Muriel; sister, Rella Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Quitman and Grace Covington. Mr. Covington was a resident of Tucson on and off for the past 43 years. He was formerly of Paducah, Kentucky. Mr. Covington operated the used car lot here in Tucson, known as Southside Auto Sales, for many years. Funeral Services and Interment will take place in Paducah, Kentucky. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Southern Baptist Church or Tucson Baptist Temple. Arrangements by Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan.
FOSTER, Frances Lloyd, known as 'Pat' to her family and friends, was born 29 July 1925 in Newark, NJ, and died in her home in Green Valley, AZ on 25 June, 1999 following a period of declining health. She had lived in the Tucson area for the past 15 years following her retirement from the Martin Marietta corporation.
Her father, Lieutenant Frederic D. Foster, was killed weeks after her birth in the tragic loss of the US submarine S-51 in a collision with the steamer City of Roma off Block Island, RI. She was raised and attended school in Nutley, NJ and has maintained close friendships with some of her grade school classmates. An early interest in photography led to the capture of many memorable scenes which adorn her home and those of her many friends. She specialized in outdoor photography, with emphasis scenic vistas of the Southwest and its abundant wildlife.
Her career with Martin included increasingly responsible positions in aerospace engineering. She enjoyed an extended period in their Denver operation where she lived in Castle Rock, CO, and pursued her interest in horses. She transferred to Vandenberg AFB with Martin and resided in Lompoc, CA until her retirement.
With her passing the birds and other wildlife who visit her patio daily have been mourning their loss, especially the doves.
Never married
, she is survived by her cousins, Sidney Worley of Baltimore, MD; Ruth Bayly of West End, NJ; Philip Dickinson of Fairfax, VA; John Dickinson of Tucson and Robert Dickinson of Cooper City, FL.
There will be no memorial service per her often stated wishes. Her ashes will be returned to the wilderness she loved. Contributions may be made in her name to the Nature Conservancy, Arizona Chapter, Tucson, AZ.
HASKINS, Virginia B., 64, of Tucson, passed away on June 30, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Henry Haskins; one aunt, Rita Beatty of Patagonia; two nephews, Richard (Shirley) Coronado of Tucson; and John Coronado and family of California; two nieces, Nicole Coronado of Tucson; and Isabell Coronado of Texas; and numerous cousins and friends. A Visitation will be Tuesday, July 6, 1999 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, July 7, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Arrangements made by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, an Aftercare provider.
McGHEE, Ethel, age 95, went to her heavenly home on July 1, 1999. Preceding her in death were her beloved husband, Alta 'Jack' McGhee; and son, Darrell E. McGhee. She is survived by three sons, H.D. (Donna) McGhee, Jack (Dorothy) McGhee, Lonnie (Carolyn) McGhee; daughter, Beverly (Lester) Hansen. She is survived by numerous grandchildren; great-; and great-great-grandchildren. Private Services are planned through South Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, a certified Aftercare provider.
MARY W. PETRIE, 82, died July 3, 1999. Wife of Wilbur A. Petrie; mother of Sharon Stewart, Diane (Don) Johnson, James (Trudy) Fleming, and Fred Petrie; grandmother of Jim Fleming and Eric Fleming; great-grandmother of James Thomas Fleming; sister of Gloria Fecteau; aunt of Paul Fecteau. Mary retired from St. Joseph's Hospital as a switchboard operator. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 7, 1999 at Desert Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1200 N. Santa Rosa Ave., with Pastor Paul Gibson officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to Voice of Prophecy, Box 53055, Los Angeles, CA, 90053, 805-373-7611. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
ROBEL, Richard 'Dick', born April 17, 1934; died peacefully July 3, 1999, following a long struggle with cancer. A 13-year resident of Tucson. A professional pilot-Dick's flying career spanned over 44 years; 23 years in the Air Force, retiring a Lt. Col; 21 years as a corporate pilot. preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy; sister, Audrey; and parents, Vincent and Calla. Survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Mona; son, Richard Jr. (Major, USAF, Germany); and daughters, Tracy (Major, USAF, Virginia), Stephanie (Oklahoma City), and Alison (Tucson). The greatest joys of his life were his grandchildren, Terry, Julie, Piper, Chandler, Kodie, James, and Katherine. Friends are invited to a Celebration of Dick's Life Wednesday, July 7, 7:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, 8090 Northern Ave., Tucson, 85704, followed by a reception. The family wishes to thank the staff of Dignita Hospice for their kind and loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Casa de los Ninos, 1101 N. 4th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85704; or a blood donation made to the American Red Cross. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.
BENNING, Rebecca Kathryn 'Kaye' loving wife of the late Lewis Benning, passed away Monday, July 5, 1999. Born January 6, 1918 in Birdseye, IN to Golda Kellams Simpson Cox and Bernie Simpson. preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Marvin Simpson and Herschel Buffington. Survived by son, Keith (Sally) Bechtold of Tucson; daughters, Devona (Bob) Nelson and Deanna (Henry) Hernandez both of San Manuel, AZ; grandchildren, Keith Bechtold II of Tucson, Cindy (Bruce) Pelletier of TX, Damaris Thornton of Tucson, Kim (Andy) Medina, Jr. of San Manuel, Apryl (Richard) Rennick of Marana, AZ, Aimee (Tyler) Hunt of Huntington, IN, Cathy Denogean, Henry James, Jason, Angela, Raymond, Christopher and Joseph all of Superior, AZ; great-grandchildren, Timothy, Jeffery, Jamie, Zachery, Tommy, Brandon, Maranda, Dyllan, Cody, Dakota, Brittney, Marisa, Adrien, Mariah, Amber, Henry Jr., and Elijah; sisters-in-law, Gladys Lynn of Coffeyville, KS and Ernestine Buffington of Benson, AZ. Her extended family the 'loving' staff of Leisure Living I. Kaye enjoyed her time with her family and friends, her grandchildren were the joy of her life. Funeral service 9:00 a.m., Friday, July 9 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Interment East Lawn Palms cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.
CABALLERO, Alfonso Gomez, a strong willed man who lived life to the fullest with his wife, children and grandchildren, died July 6, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Norma A. Caballero of 26 years and ex-wife, Olivia Caballero; four sons, Alfonso, Jr., Anthony, Andrew and Abraham Guy; four daughters, Cynthia, Claudia, Brenda and Debbie. Also survived by his 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren that will greatly miss him. We will always have you in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cure for Lymphoma in name of Alfonso G. Caballero, 215 Lexington Ave., New York, New York, 10016, (212) 213-9595. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday evening at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
