FRANK McMINN CHAMBERS, 88, died peacefully in his sleep at home on May 7, 1999. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Alice Ann Chambers; daughters, Ann Chambers (London, Canada), Lydia Brawner (Auburn, Alabama); and son, John Chambers (Smith River, California); sons-in-law, Philip Shirley and Tom Brawner; and grandchildren, Lydia Mary and Caroline Brawner, and Ben Chambers Shirley. A Memorial Service will be held July 9, 11:00 a.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Road. A celebration of his life will follow the service at the family residence.
ELMORE, Johnnie E., 71, of Marana died July 5, 1999. Survived by daughter, Shirley Cook of San Manuel, AZ; son, Troy D. Elmore of Tucson; brothers, Avery Algood of Maybanks, TX, Delbert Algood of Cisco, TX; sisters, Joyce and Wanda Bryant both of Odessa, TX; grandchildren, Lee Storms, Damon Elmore, Susan Storms, Luciana Amerson; great-grandchildren, Sebastian Amerson and Jason Blankenship. Service Thursday, 10:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Interment will follow in Evergreen cemetery, N. Oracle Rd. and W. Miracle Mile. Friends may call one hour prior to service time. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
Isabel G. Estrada
'We'll miss you Ma'
passed away July 2, 1999. preceded in death by her son, Alfredo Estrada Jr. She leaves behind her husband, Alfredo Estrada Sr.; son, Eduardo Estrada; daughters, Maria Olivas (Ruben), Isabel Rodriguez (Richard); 10 grandchildren four great-grandchildren; two sisters and five brothers. Visitation Wednesday, July 7 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass at 9:00 a.m. St. Augustine Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery.
FARREY, Marilyn Ruth, (Mary Ruth), peacefully passed away at home on July 5, 1999 in the company of her children and grandchildren. She was born and raised in Boscobel, WI. She was the daughter of William and Mildred (Johnson) Swenson. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 34 years, James W. Farrey. After his death, she relocated to Tucson. Also, preceding her in death are two brothers-in-law, Henry B. Farrey of IL, James J. Bertram of AZ; one brother, Donovan (Bud) Swenson and wife, Alice of AZ. She is survived by two sons, David (BJ) W. Farrey of VA, Richard (Carrie) J. Farrey of AZ; one daughter, Rachelle (Arnie) A. Totin of PA; four granddaughters, Stacy L. Farrey of GA, Katelyn M., Jennifer N., and Rebecca L. Totin of PA; two grandsons, Derek W. Farrey of VA and Jason P. Totin of PA, also numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She actively participated in Boy Scouts of America, Camp Fire Girls and the PTA with her children in Wisconsin and Illinois. She was a devout Catholic and member of St. Cyril's Church. She was a gracious, loving woman who will be missed by everyone she touched. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Handmaker Hospice Foundation. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 8, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave., with a visitation one hour prior.
DOROTHY JUNE HEITLINGER - passed away July 3, 1999. Her final days were spent at Carondelet Hospice, of St. Mary's Hospital, where she received wonderful care and extraordinary kindness from staff and volunteers. Born to George and June (nee Edwards) Dike, July 25, 1911, on a farm near Grafton, ND, Dorothy's mother died two days later. Her mother's brother and his wife, Ezra and Margaret Edwards, adopted her. Her step-father was a public school principal and step-mother a teacher at a time when school officials were hired and fired as political currents changed. This required frequent moves between such towns as Yankton, SD, Sauk Centre and Chatfield, MN, and eventually St. Paul, MN. Here she attended high school, Macalester College and the University of Minnesota, attaining an MA in Child Psychology and Parent Education. An enthusiastic Girl Scout and camp counselor as a youth, she started professional life in the midst of the Great Depression as a trainer of Girl Scout leaders, working in San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Seattle, and elsewhere. When the War broke out, she joined the United Service Organization (USO) and was assigned, with no prior training, to direct the USO in British Guiana (now Guyana) in equatorial South America. Here she met and married
her husband, Master Sergeant (Army Air Corps) Adolphe Julius (Al) Heitlinger, not once but twice in the same month due to a bureaucratic snafu that required a second ceremony. Al and Dorothy made Queens, New York City, their home for 40 years, where they raised their two children and Dorothy worked professionally with the Girl Scouts, the YWCA, and Cancer Care, while Al repaired aircraft instruments and watches. They moved to Tucson in 1989. In 1991 her beloved husband of 46 years passed away and in 1994 she began residence at Campana del Rio, where many new friendships blossomed. Her indomitable spirit again prevailed in 1996 when she survived a heart attack well beyond the few months allotted by her doctors. Dorothy was active in numerous volunteer and non-profit organizations, including the American Association of University Women (AAUW). In lieu of flowers and other memorials, Dorothy requested that charitable donations be made to the AAUW Education Foundation; 1111 16th St., NW; Washington, DC 20036. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 10 at Atria Campana del Rio, 1550 E. River Road. Dorothy is survived by her daughter and her husband, Harriet and Donald Woodside of Hamilton, Ontario; her son and his wife, Mark Heitlinger and Alice Pringle of Tucson; five adoring grandchildren, Sarah and Simon Woodside, Alex, Claire, and Reed Heitlinger, and many other relatives and devoted friends.
HOUSE, A. Garner, 81, of Tucson, AZ died July 6, 1999. He is survived by his children, Ashley (Gail) House, Katherine (Michael) Myers, Scott (Mary) House; nine grandchildren, two great-grandsons; sister-in-law, Mildred House. A memorial service will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (@ Magee), Tuesday, July 13, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. He will be going back to Robersonville, N.C. to be with his beloved wife, Sunny. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tucson Community Food Bank, 3003, South Country Club Rd., Tucson 85713.
CHARLES M. KERR M.D., F.A.P.A., born in Perry, Oklahoma February 14, 1935. Family of working class oil fielder worker. Moved throughout OK, N.M., and TX. Settled in Odessa, TX in 1944. Attended Odessa High and graduated Salutorian in 1953. Received academic scholarship to Yale University and was on the Yale swim team (class of 1957). Accepted at Baylor Medical School (Houston, TX), graduated 1963. Interned at U.S. Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA. Attended U.S. Naval School of Submarine/Radiation Medicine. Served aboard U.S.S. Ethan Allen SSBN 608 (Blue Crew) Submarine Squad 8 for three years (Nuclear Powered Ballistic Missile Submarine) with a rank of Lieutenant in Medical Corps. Then completed his psychiatric residency under John Romano M.D. at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. Dr. Kerr and family now including his wife, Esther and five boys, Charles Morgan II (9/4/58), John Timothy (3/30/61), David Walker (4/15/63), Christopher Scott (4/19/65), and Erik Bradley (4/24/69), moved to Tucson, AZ in September 1970. Was on the faculty at University of Arizona Dept. of Psychiatry College of Medicine. Dr. Kerr has remained on the faculty at U of A Psychiatric Dept. and would have logged 29 years September '99. He began his private practice in Tucson in 1976 to present. He was chosen Teacher of the Year several times by his residents during his tenure. On May 19, 1980, then Tucson Mayor Lew Murphy declared May 19th, 'Dr. Charles Kerr Day' for lighting the 1980 Winter Olympics Torch. He was active in numerous psychiatric, medical and running organizations locally and nationally. Most recently Dr. Kerr was presented the Nancy Roeske MD Certificate of Excellence in recognition of outstanding and sustained contributions to medical education while at the University of Arizona. Dr. Kerr became an avid runner in 1976 and started running marathons competitively shortly thereafter. This culminated in his selection to the 1980 Winter Olympic Torch Relay Team. 52 runners were selected nationwide to carry the flame on foot from Virginia to Lake Placid, NY. The other 51 runners voted Dr. Kerr to enter the stadium at the opening ceremonies and light the Olympic flame. On February 13, 1980 Dr. Kerr was informed of his selection on national television shortly before the opening ceremonies. He went on to run competitively in several marathons all over North America including the Elite Boston and New York Marathons. He is survived by his former wife, Esther Elizabeth Kerr (Hun); his companion, Sue Lamarine; and his sons, Charles (companion, Misty Garey), Tim (wife, Karla Liberty Kerr), Scott (wife, Kim Kristina Kerr), Erik (devoted K-9, Homey). He is also survived by his older sister, Jonny Lou Jones. His younger bro' David Milton Kerr M.D. (wife, JoBeth Kerr; his nephews, Michael Marvin Jones (wife, Judy Jones) and David Milton Kerr II (wife, Sandra Kerr); and nieces, Karen Kimberly Madsen (husband, Russell), Kristin Kelly Thornton (husband, Brent), and Kalin Kendra Boenig (husband, Aaron). Dr. Kerr has six grand nieces and nephews, Jennifer Michael Jones, Justin Bailey Jones, Megan Bradley Madsen, Daniel Rustin Madsen, Morgan Hollis Thornton, Jack David Thornton, Alicia Hayes-Kerr and step granddaughter, Jocelyn Price. Dr. Kerr's first grandchild is due to arrive August 3, 1999. He is preceded in death by his father, John Bradley Kerr and son, David Walker Kerr. Dr. Kerr took tremendous satisfaction from his years of teaching at the University of Arizona-Go Cats! In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Cal Farley's Boys Ranch. Dr. Kerr was one of a handful of original founding members of the Southwest Truckers Running Club in the 1970's which evolved into the present day So. Arizona Roadrunners. Local runners, walkers and bicyclists can probably still feel his presence in the winds of Sabino Canyon on Sunday mornings and at Saguaro National Park East on the first eve of the full moon. Coins will be prevalent in the streets of Tucson once again. He cared…We love you dad. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 8 at 9:30 a.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. A gathering of family and friends will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 7 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
LEPROHON, Louis Charles, Jr., a Tucson resident for the past 11 years, died at his home on July 4, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Jean Edwards Leprohon; three daughters, Louise Beddall Leprohon of Los Gatos, CA, Angie Sands Leprohon (David A. Nimick) of Helena, MT and Melissa Birch Leprohon of Seattle, WA; a granddaughter, Kimberly Wiggins Ratcliff (Dr. James Ratcliff) of Los Gatos, CA; two great-grandsons; a stepson, John Wesley Edwards (Lee B. Edwards) of Shaker Heights, OH; and three step grandchildren.
Mr. Leprohon was born in Morristown, NJ on November 6, 1916, the son of Louis Charles Leprohon and Angie Sands Leprohon. He graduated from Morristown High School and Syracuse University. He began working for Bethlehem Steel Corp. in Williamsport, PA, in 1938 and retired as Chief Engineer in 1972.
Mr. Leprohon's work for Bethlehem Steel Corp. required frequent visits to the mines around Tucson for his recommendations on the use of wire rope. He became an Honorary Citizen of Tucson on January 21, 1960, prior to becoming a permanent resident.
He was a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Tucson. In Williamsport, he was a member of Covenant Central Presbyterian Church where he served as a deacon and trustee. He also was a member of Skyline Country Club in Tucson, Skytop Club in the Poconos, Texas and Blockhouse Fish and Game Club in English Center, PA and Rotary International.
A memorial service will be held in Williamsport, PA, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY, or the Hospice Foundation. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
MILLER, G. Ernette, born January 30, 1912, died July 4, 1999. Ernette was born in Winnipeg, Canada to Anne and Charles Viegel. She was the eldest of two children. Ernette's family moved to the United States in 1924 and became a naturalized citizen. Her parents were Salvation Army officers. Ernette graduated from Hillsdale College in Michigan in 1933. She attended Brown School for Social Welfare at Washington University in St. Louis. She graduated from the Salvation Army School for Officers Training in Chicago, Illinois in 1938.
She married
Edward Harry Miller in 1941 and remained married
for 49 years. As commissioned officers they served the Salvation Army for 18 years in the Midwest in the following cities: Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Omaha and Springfield, Missouri. Ernette moved to Tucson in 1956. She became a child welfare worker for Pima County from 1957 until her retirement in 1977. As an accomplished musician she was the pianist for the Salvation Army Tucson Corp from 1957 until 1994. Additionally, she played for the Adult Rehabilitation Center from 1962 to 1990. After she retired, she volunteered at the Villa Maria Nursing Home for seven years playing for the residents. Ernette devoted her life to her family, the service of others and the joy of music.
She is survived by her three children, Roni (Miller) Ambrister of Chicago, Gene Miller of Ojai, California, Bobbi (Miller) Baker of North Kingston, R.I. Her grandchildren, Steven Miller of Seattle, Scott Miller of Chicago, Janine Miller of Corpus Christi, Texas, Matthew and Grace Miller of Ojai and Marisa Baker of North Kingstown, R.I. She is also survived by her loving daughters-in-law, Susan Speer and Linda Miller; sons-in-law, Rodney Baker and Jack Ambrister. She received loving care for the past seven years from her honorary daughter, Pat Homan. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the Salvation Army, 1001 N. Richie Blvd., July 8th at 4:00. She lived her life with purpose.
MINDERMAN, Elnora M., 96, of Tucson, a homemaker, passed away Monday, July 5, 1999. She was born in Barnsville, OH. Survivors include her daughter, Margaret Puetz of Tucson; grandsons, Bernard Puetz of Phoenix, Clyde Puetz of Shelton, WA, Leonard Puetz of Everett, WA, and their families including six great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday, July 8 at 1:00 p.m. Friends may call one hour prior to service for visitation. Private internment to follow at Evergreen Mortuary.
RILAND, Robert William, Jr., 58, died July 5, 1999. Father of Robert W. (Lisa) Riland, III, Christopher B. (Kristin) Riland and Casey Anthony (Prudence) Riland; brother of Susan (Don) Reichert and Cathy (Mike) Elliott; three grandchildren also survive. No services are planned. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
RICHARD 'DICK' ROBEL, 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.
JULIANA MARIA UHLICH - Devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, died with extraordinary dignity and grace on July 4, 1999. Julia was a nurse midwife in her home country of Austria, where she delivered 860 babies. In 1959, Julia immigrated to the United States and resided for more than twenty years in Petoskey, Michigan. There, her deep appreciation of nature was expressed through her tireless commitment as a member of the local garden club to preserve and beautify open spaces. Her contributions continue to enhance the community she cherished. Julia was also a professional massage therapist, and led a successful effort to pass legislation for the licensing of massage therapists and aestheticians. Julia's other talents included gardening and gourmet cooking/baking. In 1990 Julia moved to the western United States to be closer to her children and grandchildren, living the last six years in Arizona. Innumerable people have been touched by Julia's kindness, generosity, and humble nature. We will fondly remember her special gift for making others feel loved and appreciated. Julia is survived by her children: Peter, Lisbeth, and Karin, and their families. Services will be held at St. Cyril's, 4275 E. Pima, at 10:00 AM Thursday July 8th. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Julia's honor may be made to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712; Primavera Services, 702 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; The Petoskey Garden Club, c/o Winnie MacAlpine, 17 Traverse West, Wequetonsing/Harbor Springs, MI 49740; or the organization of your choice.
CAROL WEEKS WILSON, of Tucson, Arizona went to be with her Lord on Sunday, July 4, 1999. Carol was the daughter of the late Mrs. Marguerite Cordis Weeks, who was a former 6th grade teacher at Drachman Elementary and the late Mr. Edward Young Weeks, former County Attorney of Gila County. She was the granddaughter of the late Judge Thomas Cordis who presided in Pima County in the early 1880's. She was the niece of the late Frank J. Cordis who was the former Mayor of Tucson, Arizona and former Advertising Manager of the Tucson Daily Citizen.
Carol was a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy, Villa Carondelet where she was valedictorian of her class and a member of the Glee Club. She went on to attend the University of Arizona where she majored in Drama. She was a member of the University Players, Drama Honorary and Zeta Phi Eta, National Professional Speech Art Fraternity for Women.
Carols will to live her life was strong, even down to her last breath. She was deeply loved by her family, friends and neighbors.
Carol was preceded in death by her son, Michael Lee Wilson. She is survived by her brother, Larry Cordis Weeks; her daughter, Heidi (Art) Arvizu, Jr.; and her grandchildren, Arin, Michael and Melissa.
She was a loving mother, a caring grandmother and a dear friend to many. May she rest in peace.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 8, 1999 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Carrillo's Tucson Mortuary, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. Mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. at St.l Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
CARLEY, Dorothy Mary, 85, died July 7, 1999. Mother of Allen Carley of Clifton, VA, Maryann Moul of Redhook, N.Y., Janet Towner of Tucson, AZ and Peter Carley of Gilbert, AZ; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. Sister of Henry and Lewis Gordon of Glendale, N.Y. and Ruth Voelker of Sarasota, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Carley and her son, John Carley, Jr. Rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 8th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 9th at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert cemetery. Friends may callfrom6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 8th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorothy's memory may be made to Our Mother of Sorrows Parish, 1800 S. Kolb Rd., Tucson, AZ 85710.
DOBOS, Daniel Joseph, passed July 5, 1999 in Tucson, AZ. He was born in Owosso, MI on November 26, 1958. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Beverly Ann Wallen Williams and Paul R. Williams of Tucson; his father, Anthony Dobos, Jr. of La Mar, CO; a son, Jesse Dobos of Tucson and a daughter, Beverly Dobos of Waco, TX; sisters, Colleen R. and husband, Charles Sanders of San Antonio, TX, Pamela S. Dobos of Benson, AZ; brothers, Anthony Edward and wife, Janice Dobos of La Mar, CO, and Mark W. Dobos and Sylvia Lujan of Tucson; grandparents, Ed and Pauline Wallen of Tucson; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; nieces and nephews, Ethany and Sierra Lujan Dobos of Tucson, AZ, Jeremy Sebring of Athens, Ohio, Cindi Marietta of Colorado Springs, CO. A memorial service will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m., July 9th, 1999 at Evergreen Mortuary and cemetery. Burial immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for Daniel's favorite charity. The family will hold a small reception after the burial at the home of Dominic Wallen, 1526 N. Plaza De Lirios, Tucson, AZ.
