NESPOLI, Grace M., 81, died July 31, 1999. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
REISDORFF, Fausta May, 84, of El Dorado, AR, died Monday, August 2, 1999 in Medical Center of South Arkansas. Born May 11, 1915 in Osceola, NE to Ida M. (Eyler) and John L. Carter. Survived by sons, Bill Reisdorff of El Dorado, AR and Gerald Reisdorff of Tucson, AZ, brother, Max Carter of Las Vegas, NV; and sister, Olive Steup of Columbus, NE; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul William Reisdorff and daughter Ann Marie Reisdorff. Services 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 3 at Young's Chapel. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 5 at St. Vincent's Catholic Church, Osceola, NE. Arrangements by Young's Chapel, El Dorado, Arkansas 870-863-7121.
SHAW, Charles J., 61, died July 30, 1999. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway
VAN DINE, Russell, born February 27, 1937, passed away July 22, 1999 at Tucson Medical Hospice of cancer. Survived by one son, two daughters and many, many friends. Memorial Gathering Saturday, August 7 at 4:00 p.m. at 3105 W. Emerald Circle, Tucson.
ATKINSON, E. Lee, 80, former resident of Tucson, died July 19, 1999 in Versailles, MO. preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Ruth. Survived by his loving children, Julaine Beckham of MO, Ray (Esther) Atkinson of Tucson, Richard (Lynne) Atkinson of WA and Valerie (Ron) Rosenstein of Tucson; also 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. We will gather together to honor his memory on October 24. Location pending.
DiSABATO, Elsie L., 84, a resident of Tucson, died Sunday, August 1, 1999. Survived by husband, Joseph; children, Joseph A. of Mendham, NJ., Donna Jean Nelson of Chandler, AZ, Lenore Bachelor of Tucson, Raymond R. of Tempe, AZ and Mark F. of Phoenix, AZ.; and eight grandchildren. Elsie was a member of St. Cyrils Senior Social Club. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday with prayer service at 6:30 p.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Mass will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday at St. Cyrils Church, 4725 E. Pima at Swan. Burial will follow at Holy Hope cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Asthma Foundation
ALLERS, William 'Bill' 75, went to be with Jesus July 30, 1999. Loving wife of 42 years, Gloria and daughter, Leigh of Tucson, survive him. Daughters, Linda, Susan and a son, Charles, New York. Also 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He served God faithfully as an usher. Together with his wife, they visited hundreds of sick and lonely people throughout their 10 years of faithful service at Pantano Christian Church. Services will be held Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m., Pantano Christian Church, 10355 E. 29th (29th & Houghton). Concelebrants: Pastor Tim Brock and Don Adkins. An inurnment will follow the service at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Bill's family and friends would like to thank T.M.C. Hospice for their wonderful care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: IN'N Up Homeless Children's Shelter, 4425 E. 22nd St., Tucson, AZ 85711 in Bill's memory. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY, University Chapel, an aftercare provider.
VINCENT J. CELESTE, 67, of Oro Valley, AZ, died at home July 31, 1999. Born on August 18, 1931, in New York City to the late Ignazio and Antionette Celeste, he is survived by his best friend and wife, Carol; daughters, Toni (Mark) Jarnecke of Newell, SD, Doris Celeste of Jacksonville, FL, Cari (Al) DeMarco of Shelton, CT; sons, Marc Celeste of Old Saybrook, CT, Vince (Patti) Celeste of Vernon, CT; grandsons, Nick and Marty Jarnecke; granddaughter, Jasmine Celeste; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Elton and Ann Moore; nieces, Kimberlee (Steve) Wooten of VA and Jennifer (Mary) Krieves of NC; grandniece, Rachel Sue Wooten; and two dear friends, Betty Doherty and Nancy Faris of Tucson, AZ. Vince will also be greatly missed by several cousins and many friends across the country.
Vince joined the U.S. Navy in 1948 and his distinguished military career of 21 years saw him rise from Hospital Recruit to Lieutenant Commander, Medical Service Corps. His service included 13 months in Viet Nam.
Vince earned a Master's Degree in Hospital Administration from Georgetown University and had a successful second career in that field. Many of his works were published in the 'Bureau of National Affairs'. He was also active in local politics and community activities during the 20 years he lived in Wallingford, CT, serving on the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Visitors Council, and the Republican Town Committee. He also served as Patient Ombudsman for the CT Department on Aging.
Vince Celeste was a Galantuomo (a man of honor) proud of his Sicilian heritage and his military service to the United States of America. He possessed machismo, intelligence, humor, grace and tenderness and he lived by a high moral code. He was the quintessential man; a tender loving husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend; a man who lived his life fully and with great appreciation.
A full military burial will be in Arlington National cemetery. A memorial service will be held at the Oro Valley United Church of Christ on August 16th at 11:00 a.m. Donations in Vince's memory may be made to Carondelet St. Mary's Hospice, 1802 St. Mary's Road, Tucson, AZ 85745 or to the Oro Valley United Church of Christ, 1401 E. El Conquistador Way, Tucson, AZ 85737.
FOREMAN, Grover P., age 74, of Oro Valley, AZ, died August 3, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife, Claire; his sons, William of Phoenix, AZ, John of Joliet, IL, and their wives, Diane and Anna and his grandchildren, John, Alex, Danny, and Sam and his many, many friends. We will honor his memory at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 750 W. Chapala Dr. on Thursday, August 5, 1999. Contact the church to determine the time of the memorial service. Mr. Foreman was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Sun City Vistoso. Donations may be made to the Arizona Cancer Center at University Medical Center in his memory. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
HIGNUTT, Anne A., age 91, died Monday, August 8, 1999. Mrs. Hignutt is survived by her loving daughter, Christine A. Carson (William C.) of Tucson, and by numerous family members in Florida and Pennsylvania. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 180 of Tucson. Mrs. Hignutt had taught Yoga for over forty years, and had received high recognition for her teachings, and for her help with the sick. Anne was dearly loved and will be desperately missed by her family. The family asks that Mrs. Hignutt be remembered in all our prayers. No services will be held. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
KRASNOVSKY, Rose, 87, of Tucson, died August 3, 1999. preceded in death by husband, Samuel Krasnovsky. Survived by nephews, Lanny R. Colton of Tucson, Allen C. Colton of FL; niece, Joyce Okema of NJ. Services and interment will be in Boston, MA. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & cemetery.
LEON, Julia M., 86, of Tucson, died July 30, 1999. Born in Tucson, AZ on March 16, 1913. preceded in death by husband, Paz M. Leon. Mother of Julietta M. Friedmann of Columbia, Guillermina Borquez, Paz A. Leon and Rene H. Leon, all of Mexico; five grandchildren; sister of Genevieve Whalen and Tillie Freeman, both of Tucson and sister-in-law, Isola Marinez of Tucson. Funeral services were private. Arrangements by ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
RICHARD R. 'RICO' RODRIGUEZ, 30, former Tucsonian left us to be with the Lord on July 28, 1999 from Las Vegas. Survived by mother, Mary Lopez Canez. Also survived by sisters, Lisa and Cari Rodriguez; grandmother, Ofelia Rodriguez. Also by many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends both in Tucson and Las Vegas. He was employed by Union Plaza Hotel and was an active member of NA, R.U.S.H. and EOB.
'They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies'. Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 5, 1999 at Carrillo's Tucson Mortuary, South Chapel, 240 S. Stone Ave. Rico will be deeply missed and loved by all those whose lives he touched.
STENINGER, Arvid L., Sr., 86, of Tucson, died August 2, 1999. Survived by his wife, Ernesteen of 60 years; son, Lidean; daughter, Sandra; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held August 6, 10:30 a.m. at Dignita Hospice Chapel, 750 E. Foothills Dr.
WINKELMAN, Chester Carl, 82, died August 3, 1999. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
JOSEPH PAUL ALEY, 81, of Tucson, died Tuesday, August 3, 1999. He is survived by his children, Nancy Aley, Michele Savage, Mary Colapret, John Hanson; grandchildren, Taylor, Tracey, Ryan, Robin; sister-in-law, Esther Aley; and former wife, Gisele Aley. Joe was a writer of poetry and a lover of all the arts. He was an active member of Let's Dance Club. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 5, 1999 at HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday at Park Avenue Christian Church, 4635 S. Park Ave., with Rev. H. Yvaughn Boling officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at South Lawn cemetery.
ALLERS, William 'Bill' 75, a recipient of two Purple Hearts with the Army Airborne during WWII, went to be with Jesus July 30, 1999. Loving wife of 42 years, Gloria and daughter, Leigh of Tucson, survive him. Daughters, Linda, Susan and a son, Charles, New York. Also 12 grand-children and three great-grandchildren. He served God faithfully as an usher. Together with his wife, they visited hundreds of sick and lonely people throughout their 10 years of faithful service at Pantano Christian Church. Services with full military honors will be held Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m., Pantano Christian Church, 10355 E. 29th (29th & Houghton) . Concelebrants: Pastor Tim Brock and Don Adkins. An inurnment will follow the service at East Lawn Palms cemetery. Bill's family and friends would like to thank T.M.C. Hospice for their wonderful care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: IN'N Up Homeless Children's Shelter, 4425 E. 22nd St., Tucson, AZ 85711 in Bill's memory. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY, University Chapel, an aftercare provider.
EDWARDS, Mary Chole, 68, died July 31, 1999 in Tucson. preceded in death by her mother and father, George and Helen Pfaff. Survived by her husband, Douglas Edwards of Tucson; children, Victoria (Jim) Greer of Wayzata, MN, Leslie (Curtis) Olson of Wanamingo, MN, David (Barbara) Pearson of Tucson, Jeffery (Judy) Pearson of Burnsville, MN and Stephen (Debra) Edwards of Reno, NV; five sisters and one brother; three grandsons and four granddaughters; also by many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank her doctor and the office and staff of the Handmaker Hospice Family. Memorial service and reception will be held Saturday, August 7, 1999 at 4:00 p.m. at the Home of Luanna Koepke. In lieu of flowers, family suggest donations to Handmaker Hospice, 5100 E. Grant, Tucson, AZ. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
HAWKINS, Daniel Eugene, 47, of Tucson, died August 2, 1999 in an auto accident. Dan was employed as a computer specialist for the Veterans Administration. Survived by wife, Phyllis Baker; parents, Eugene and Lorraine Hawkins of CA; sisters, Deborah J. (Richard) Townson of CA, Judy L. (Brian) LeBoeuf of CA and Laura A. Cross of WA, and numerous loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 6, at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral service with Pastor Mark Harris officiating, will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 7 in East Lawn Palms Chapel. Interment will follow in East Lawn Palms cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Old Pueblo Community Foundation, Casa Santa Clara, 8230 E. Broadway, Suite W-8, Tucson, AZ 85710.
KNIGHT, Marion F., 87, a resident of Tucson, died Tuesday, August 3, 1999. preceded in death by daughter, Marion K. Wiley in 1985. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Jessie; grandchildren, Michael (Stacey) Wiley of Tucson, Melissa (Thad) Eby of AK; great-granddaughter, Ashley Eby of AK; brother, Mervin of Colorado Springs; sisters, Myra Orin of Colorado Springs, June McDonnell of MT. Memorial service 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 7, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Arizona Cancer Center, 1515 N. Campbell Ave., Box 245013, Tucson, 85724.
GUADALUPE 'PUPIE' ALVAREZ LOPEZ, 66, of Tucson, born January 15, 1933, passed away August 01, 1999. Formerly employed by Woolworth's, Arizona Maintenance and Hughes. preceded in death by daughter, Elizabeth A. Lopez; sister, Connie Armenta; father, Faustino O. Alvarez. Survived by husband, Edward V. Lopez; mother, Guadalupe B. Alvarez; daughters, Deborah Ann Rodriguez and Lupita (Tom) Bettini; sons, Edward R. (Carla) and Richard P. (Jessie) Lopez; sister, Delfina B. Alvarez; brothers, Faustino (Gloria) and Dennis (Clara) Alvarez. Also survived by eight grandchildren. She spent her life loving and caring for all these and more.
Pupie was a blithe spirit whose humor, both consoling and invigorating, gave testament to the great value of laughter, especially in the wakes of adversity. Her multifaceted generosity stemmed bountifully from a caring, thoughtful and unselfish heart. She showed us how to enjoy life and to help others enjoy their lives. Her presence was a blessing and we will forever remember her with love and tenderness.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 06, 1999 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Saturday, August 07, 1999, 10:30 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Donations may be made to the St. Augustine's Maintenance Fund. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
McMULLEN, George E., born March 14, 1939 in New Bedford, MA., passed away, Saturday, July 31, 1999 in Tucson. He is survived by his wife, Brenda; children, Brian McMullen, Scott McMullen, Jay Connelly, Karen Nordstrom, Samantha Kriz; brothers, Walter, William and David McMullen, Jack Kimball; sister, Kathy St. Don; six grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends of the Taylor Ranch. Private services will be held. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Sunset Riders 4-H Club, 9340 E. Sellarole, Tucson, 85730. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
