RALPH V. CURRIER, 81, born in Kansas City, MO April 6, 1918, passed away September 19, 1999. He was a graduate of Tucson High School and attended the University of Arizona as an Accounting major. Ralph joined the US Army and served as an enlisted man in England during WW II. He attended Officers Candidate School and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army Transportation Corp. Later, he received an Honorable Discharge as a Captain in 1946.
Ralph worked 41 years with the Southern Pacific Railroad, first, as a clerk and switchman. Later, he became an officer of the company and served in many managerial positions in the Southwest, including Trainmaster and Asst. Superintendent of the Rio Grande, Tucson, San Joaquin, and Western Divisions. He retired in 1977 from the railroad's San Francisco Headquarters as Manager of Transportation Rules & Training for the system.
Ralph was a member of the Elks, Masonic Temple, Scottish Rite and, Sabbar Shrine and had many beloved friends and family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Currier (Tucson, AZ); his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Tully Jones (Tucson, AZ); and his brother, W.F. Currier (Los Angeles, CA). He is survived by his loving wife, Marvelle (Tucson); his sister, Ione Cavilier (Arcadia, CA); his three sons and wives, Vic and Denise Currier (Phoenix), Ken and Karen Currier (Tucson), Paul and Margaret Currier (Tucson); three grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at Saguaro Christian Church, 8302 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85710 at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 25th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made in Ralph's memory to the American Cancer Society or your favorite charity. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
JESSE GELSINGER, 18, died September 17, 1999. Son of Paul (Mickie) Migdalia Gelsinger and Pattie Gelsinger; brother of Paul J. (P.J.), Mary and Anne; stepbrother of Chris Rohlinger and Paul Michael (P.M.) Rohlinger; grandson of Margaret Gelsinger and Luisa Quiroz. Numerous aunts, uncle, cousins and a special niece, Devin Hermes, also survive. He was a 1999 graduate of Rincon High School, an avid motorcycle enthusiast, and had a great love for Pro Wrestling. Although his life was short, at times difficult, he was not afraid to live for now. Funeral service 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 24, 1999 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Chaplain John Plessner officiating. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 23rd at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations, in Jesse's memory, be made to CCRS, 2600 N. Wyatt Dr., Tucson, Arizona, 85712, 324-5437.
JOE, Dan Lee, age 83, of Tucson, died Wednesday, September 15, 1999 at the Veteran Administration Medical Center. He was a WWII Veteran, received an Honorable Discharge in 1946 and relocated to Tucson. During the early 1950's he moved to Long Beach, CA. He worked for the Long Beach Sanitation Department until retirement, then he moved back to Tucson.
Preceding him in death were his father, mother, two sisters and three brothers. He is survived by brothers, J.W. of Palestine, TX, Oscar and John E. of Tucson; and sisters, Hanna Lynch and Sylvia Heard of Little Rock, AR, Callie Watley and Loraine Norwood of Tucson.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 24th at Phillips Chapel CME Church, 122 W. 4th Street, Funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Friday, with Rev. Brian Reese officiating.
Interment will be at South Lawn cemetery. Local arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
KELLOGG, Donald K. P. 'Don' age 59, died at his home on September 18, 1999. The native Tucsonan, son of Donald K. (deceased) and Dorothy Kellogg, was a successful business man and cattle rancher. He is survived by his loving wife, Carole; mother, Dorothy; two sisters, seven children, 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 23, 11:00 a.m. at Adair Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. at Speedway, a gathering of friends and family will follow.
NANCY JOSEPHINE MURRAY KRUPP was born on October 18, 1929 in Nogales, AZ to William Stephen and Mary Katherine Murray. Family history in this community dates back to the late 1800's when Nancy's grandfather, Papa Joseph Wise came west from Pennsylvania to find a new life. Once employed by Col. J.P. Sykes he eventually married
the boss's daughter, Lucia Sykes and the family history began.
Nancy and her first husband, Henry C. Soto owned and operated Soto Realty and eventually decided to return to Nogales and raise their family in this community after short residences in Scottsdale and Tucson. After Henry's death in 1970, Nancy continued to be a strong and respected citizen of Nogales having made many personal and professional contributions to her community. She was very active in the Santa Cruz County Board of Directors serving as President, Secretary and Director, was a member of the Historical Society and continued to practice Real Estate, later opening Nogales Realty as owner and designated Broker. Nancy again married
a long-time and respected Nogales resident, Nils Krupp, in 1979 and they have continued to contribute to the Nogales community, specifically to their church, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, where Nancy was an active member volunteering many hours of her time towards her faith.
On September 18, 1999, after her battle with cancer, Nancy joined her Maker and many loved ones who preceded her in death, including her first husband, Henry C. Soto.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Nils of Rio Rico; children, Michael Stephen and Grace Soto of Nogales, Mary Katherine Soto of Nogales, Susan M. Soto of Tucson, and Cynthia Soto-Kane and David Kane of Penn.; grandchildren, Michael Soto, Jr. of Tucson, Roman Sainz of Tucson, Jackie Sainz of Nogales, Christopher Soto of Nogales, Katherine and Kristina Fleischer of Nogales, Alec Thomson of Nogales; sister, Patricia Murray Hopkins of Tucson and many other relatives who loved and respected her with all their hearts.
In recent years, Nancy and Nils have found great enjoyment in traveling much of the United States, Canada and Mexico in their RV. As a result of their love for God's land, they recently built a lovely home in the hills of Rio Rico where Nancy passed on peacefully with Nils, her children, grandchildren and sister at her bedside. Rev. Jean Rogers of St. Andrews Episcopal Church and Santa Cruz Hospice employee Irene S. were also present to provide care and comfort to Nancy and her family during her last hours. Special thanks go out to the many caring friends and family who have offered their service, love, support and prayers to Nancy and her family during the past several months, especially Mickie M. of Arizona Oncology Associates in Green Valley and Heidi O. of Nogales. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Andrews Episcopal Church or the Cancer Society are requested.
Services will be held Friday, September 24, 1999, 3:00 p.m. at the St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Nogales with a reception following at the Krupp home. ADAIR'S FUNERAL HOME, Nogales is handling the cremation procedures.
ARTHUR N. LIND - Born May 19, 1916 in Chicago, Ill., died September 19, 1999 in Tucson, AZ. He moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1948 and was employed with the U.S. Postal Service, Hughes Aircraft and bookstore manager at Rincon High School until his retirement in August of 1978. Arthur was a devoted family man, a Christian who believed that he would meet up with his loved ones after death, and a humanitarian who volunteered his services for the Tucson Police Department and the Community Food Bank of Tucson. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nimrod and Emma Lind and his son, Warren Lind. Survived by his wife of 61 years, Marion Lind; his daughters, Bonnie (Bill) Lafferty, Nancy (David) Hampton, Cynthia (Randy) Graziani; his grandchildren, Rebecca (Nils) Schyllander, Colleen Lafferty, Heidi Lind, David (Lisa) Lind; great-granddaughter, Zoie Lind; sister, Eleanore Guthrie. Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. until the service time at 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 24, 1999 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Road. Entombment to follow at East Lawn Palms Mausoleum. Contributions may be made to American Heart Assoc., 5325 E. Pima, Tucson, AZ 85712.
MENALDINO, Victor R., 69, of Tucson, passed away on September 16, 1999. Survivors include his children, John (Barb), Connie (Mark) Flaherty, Angela Perry, Ree (George) Valdez, Vicki Lynn (Fred) Flores and five grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., Friday, September 24 at 10:00 a.m.
NELSON, Paul R., age 89, of Tucson/Lakewood, N.Y., died September 19, 1999. Survived by wife, Ethelyn Nelson; son, John Nelson; daughters, Sharen and John Leigh, their children, Richie and Michelle Morgan, Linda and Don Carson and their children, Amanda and Will Carson. No services will be held. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee.
WILLIAM RUSSELL OWENS
April 6, 1914 – September 16, 1999
William R. Owens, known as Bill, died at the age of 85 on September 16, 1999. Bill was born in Punxsutawney, PA on April 6, 1914. His dear wife, Betty preceded him in death in November 1997. As an educator and business man for over 40 years, Bill earned his B.Sc. Degree in Business Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his Masters Degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Bill started his career as a high school teacher in western Pennsylvania. From there he moved on to positions with the School of Business, University of Buffalo; Graduate School of Education, Temple University; and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction. He also taught graduate business courses at Penn State University, University of Pittsburgh and the State University of New York at Albany. He then became general manager for a chain of department stores in five southern states. Bill resumed his teaching at Russell Sage College in Troy, N.Y. where he was Professor and Chairman of the Economics and Business Department for 25 years. While there he was a Danforth Foundation Associate and in 1973 received the honor of being named an 'Outstanding Educator of America'. He retired in 1979 as Professor Emeritus. Bill was active in the communities where he lived, and served as a deacon and elder in the Presbyterian Church, on the Boy Scout Council and in Rotary. He was a Mason of 56 years and a Shriner. Among his many interests, Bill was an avid traveler and member of the Avion Travelcade Club. He traveled extensively in the U.S. and visited the British Isles and Europe with his wife and family. He was an enthusiastic photographer. His greatest joy was in his many dear friends and beloved family. He made many enduring friendships over his lifetime. He was a deeply devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher and friend. His parents (deceased) were Harry S. Owens and Rosa E. Scafe, both of Indiana, PA. He is survived by his son, Russell K. Owens and his wife, Janet of Castleton, N.Y.; his daughter, Elizabeth (Betsy) O. Conroy and her husband, Jim; his beloved grandchildren, Benjamin R. Conroy and Catherine E. Conroy, all of Tucson; his sister-in-law, Jakie Jean Didiwick of Selbyville, Delaware; many nieces and nephews, and the many dear friends he enjoyed so much. He lived his life with a commitment to those he loved. He will everlastingly touch the lives of family and friends who greatly miss him. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 3:30 p.m. at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6565 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ (85710). In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the William R. Owens Memorial Fund, Christ Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
RHODES, Herbert D., 87, a resident of Tucson, died Sunday, September 19, 1999. Survived by wife, Jean; children, Betsy (Roger) Harding of Sandpoint, ID, Bill Stacy (Patricia) Rhodes of Pretoria, South Africa, Mary (Walter) Lindley of Tucson; grandchildren, Megan, Dan, Molly, Amanda, Maggie, Max, Frederick and Catherine; sister, Frances Perkins of Murphys, CA. He spent 34 years at the U of A as a chemistry professor and Dean of Graduate College. Memorial service 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 25 at St. Marks Presbyterian Church, 3809 E. 3rd St. Private interment East Lawn Palms cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Children's Fund, P.O. Box 26511, Richmond, VA 23261-6511 or Navajo Health Foundation % Sage Memorial Hospital, Ganado, AZ 86505. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
RUSSELL, Sandra 'Sandy' 59, of Tucson, died September 19, 1999. Retired after 33 years as the owner of Sandy's Tax Service in New York State. Former Round & Square Dance instructor. Was an avid beader. Wife of James R. Russell (Tucson); mother of Annette M. Rivers (Tucson), Bernadine L. Russell (Tucson), Christine A. Bell (Manaseas, VA), Denise E. Riley (Malone, NY), Everett J. Russell (North Ranger, NY); two grandchildren; daughter of Margaret Blanchard (Malone, NY); sister of Janice Myszkowski, James Blanchard, William Blanchard, Richard Blanchard, Carol Rule and Phyllis Delarm. Funeral Mass, Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Visitation Wednesday, September 22, 1999 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a Vigil service at 6:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
MASTER SARGENT HARRY FREDERICK SCHUBACH, USMC RET. - Died Friday, September 17, 1999 in Petra Jordan. He will be greatly missed by many friends and family, most especially his wife of 39 years, Deane Ford Ed.D.; daughter, Holland Schubach Glenn; son, Franz Joseph Schubach; and his granddaughters, Siera Christine Glenn and Jenny Amber Sokatch. Harry was born on 14 October 1928 in Holyoke, Mass. to Emma Louise Heier and Henry Frederick Schubach. He led a distinguished career in the Marines from WWII through Korea and Vietnam. Eleven of his 24 years in the Marine Corps were spent in Force Recon. He also served his county as a Ranger, Paratrooper, and in U.D.T. Harry retired from the Marines in February 1968 to join his family in St. Thomas USVI, the place where he had met and married
his beautiful wife and the place to which Deane had returned with their children when Harry had left for Vietnam. He ran his own roofing company in St. Thomas while his family grew. Since that time he worked in Saudi Arabia and Qatar and traveled with his wife on her assignments as a consultant in Switzerland, Thailand, India, Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, and finally Jordan. Harry and Deane have made their U.S. home in Tucson since September of 1998. Harry loved to travel and explore the great places of history and beauty, and it was while doing what he loved that he left us. We are all going to miss his wonderful smile. Funeral Services will be held on Friday 24 September at 11:00 a.m. at St. Philips Church, Campbell and River Rd. Visitation on Thursday 23 September from noon until 8:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd.
SPATH, Elsie Ruth, was the daughter of Frank and Annetta Spath. She was born on July 16, 1918 in Jackson, Michigan, she died September 18, 1999. She was graduated from Jackson High School in 1937 after which she attended beauty school. She worked at various salons in Jackson, among them: Jacobson's Salon, Field's Beauty Shop and Glasgow's.
In 1962 she moved to Tucson, AZ to live with her sister, Jeannette Arends and family. She worked at various beauty salons in Tucson, among them were: Steinfeld's and for Arthur Valley Salon of Beauty for many years.
Elsie is survived by her sister, Jeannette Arends; nieces, Annette McPheeters and Christine Weber and many great and great-great-nieces and nephews.
At her request there will be no services. Donations can be made in her name to one of the following: TMC Foundation-Cancer Care Center, 5301 E. Grant Rd., 85712; Alzheimer's Association, 5132 E. Pima, 85712; Carondelet Hospice Foundation, 1802 W. St. Mary's Rd., 85745-2619.
THORNTON, Laura Margaret, 81, of Tucson, died September 20, 1999. Wife of Robert E. Thornton of Tucson; sister of Harry Thomason of Alamogordo, New Mexico and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 7:00 p.m., Chaplain Marie Teller officiating. Friends may call at Abbey Funeral Chapel, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111), Thursday, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
PAUL LINCOLN ABBOTT, 93, resident of Tucson for 79 years, and most recently residing in Tempe, passed away Saturday, August 28, 1999 in Scottsdale. preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Pearl. He is survived by his daughters, Barbara Messer of Tempe and Peggy (Chuck) Myers of Tucson; sister, Ruth Thomas of Texas; seven grandchildren, Lisa (Rick) Oseland, Chris (Laura) Messer, Tony (Lori) Messer, Lori (Roger) Bays, Maureen (Pat) Garland, Christi (Jerry) Sorensen, and Randy (Karin) Myers, and 19 grandchildren.
Paul retired from Tucson Gas & Electric as their secretary/assistant treasurer in 1971, after 44 years of service. He had been a member of Lodge #385, BPOE for over 50 years.
Services will be held Sunday, September 26, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at Udall Recreation Center, Room 2, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boy Scouts of America, 5049 E. Broadway, Suite 200, Tucson 85711, or Boy Scouts of America, 2969 N. Greenfield Road, Phoenix 85016.
