Obituaries
Jose Luis Bueras
Apr 10, 2025
Jose Luis Bueras Gomez, 68, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona.
José Luis was born in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, and lived a life marked by hard work, inner strength, and deep devotion to his family.
He is survived by his eight grandchildren and his children: Analee Bueras (married to Leticia), Jorge Bueras (married to Cristina), Carlos Bueras (married to...
Jessie Parra
Apr 10, 2025
Jessie M. Parra, 101, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her husband Al; and her son, Gary; 3 sisters, Mary, Inez and Lydia.
She was a daily mass participant at St. Theresa Catholic Church.
Jessie is survived by her son Ron (Nancy) and daughter Therese (Bobby); 1 sister Edith “Dubbie” (Gilbert) and her...
Mike Braden
Apr 8, 2025
Robert Michael “Mike” Braden, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Phoenix, AZ on April 8, 2025.
Following his graduation from Arcadia High School in 1965, Mike Braden joined the Coast Guard and was honorably discharged after four years on active duty. He was deployed to Vietnam, where he served as a Yeoman on the USCG Minnetonka. After leaving...
Marie Annette Funes
Apr 7, 2025
Marie Annette Funes was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, and granddaughter. She passed away on April 7th of 2025 at the young age of 25. Born and raised in Phoenix AZ, she is survived by her parents Walter and Maria, her younger brother Leandro, her two sisters Bree and Maighread that she picked up along the way, as well as...
Mary Cecilia Owen Andersen
Apr 6, 2025
Mary Cecilia Owen Andersen—Ceci—was born Nov. 22, 1951 in Tucson, Arizona. She was the daughter of John and Mercedes Gamez Owen, recent immigrants who found a home in the Mexican-American community of South Tucson. Ceci was the youngest of four children: brothers John and Bob and sister Lucinda.
From an early age, Ceci learned much about dealing with the challenges of...
Janet P. Sennott
Apr 6, 2025
Janet P. Sennott, known to friends as Jan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Her husband, Jay, passed away 5 weeks prior to Jan. She was a loving mother to Jen (Bill) Cram. Doting Grammie to Megan, Alex, and Zach.
Janet Grayce Pigman, was born in Washington D.C. on January 2, 1941. She was the first born to her...
Deborah Ann Faux
Apr 4, 2025
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Ann Faux, 78, a beloved daughter, mother, wife, and friend. Deborah passed away on April 4, 2025, in Phoenix, AZ. Deborah brought beauty and growth to everything she touched.
Deborah was born on July 5, 1946, in Coffeyville, Kansas. She was born to parents Raymond E. Gellar and Mildred Polk....
Anthony Allen "Tony" Curtisi
Apr 4, 2025
Anthony Allen Curtisi "Tony" was born on June 22,1938 in Chicago, Illinois to parents Anthony Curtis and Angela Marchese. Tony is survived by his wife Diane Curtisi of sixty-six years, his sister Diane Dello, three children, Anthony J. Curtisi (Christine Curtisi) Leonard Curtisi (Lisa Moler) Lori Kroener (William Kroener), seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
Tony worked for the City of...
Christine Cordelle Long
Apr 4, 2025
Christine C. Long, born on June 10, 1957, in Newton, Iowa, to Larry Muilenberg and Carol McCarty, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, in Laveen, Arizona, at the age of 67.
Christine was a proud graduate of Scottsdale High School, Class of 1975. She went on to earn her degree from Arizona State University, graduating from the School of Social...
Sheila Anna Prince
Apr 3, 2025
The death has occurred of Sheila Anna Mary Prince, née Hoban, aged 89, originally from Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland, then Lake Barrington, Illinois, and lately of Scottsdale, Arizona. Sheila was living with Alzheimer’s disease and died after a short illness early on the morning of Thursday 3rd April 2025, at Sage House care home, Phoenix.
Sheila is survived by her loving...
Susan Carol Cesen
Apr 2, 2025
Susan Carol Cesen, 75, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Chandler, Arizona, surrounded by her loving husband and children. Born Susan Weaver on March 19, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, she lived in various spots throughout her childhood including Maryland and Pennsylvania. She graduated from Rocky River High School in Rocky River, Ohio, in 1968 and went on to...
Anita Gonzales
Mar 30, 2025
Anita Gonzales, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, just days before her 95th birthday. She was born on April 2, 1930, in Peoria, Arizona, and lived a long, full life rooted in love, faith, and family.
Anita dedicated over 20 years of her life as a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), caring for others...
Mary Concetta Scuderi
Mar 30, 2025
Mary Concetta Scuderi, beloved wife of Gaetano “Tommy” Scuderi, passed away March 30th at the age of 94. She was born Mary Maiuri on December 7th 1930 in Detroit, one of 5 children. She married Tommy Scuderi in Detroit in 1951 and moved to Phoenix in 1959 with 3 of her 4 children in tow, the 4th being born in...
Anna Di Salvo
Mar 28, 2025
On March 28, 2025, Anna Di Salvo got her wings and went to walk with the Lord among his angels. She was 92 years old.
Born in Santa Flavia, Sicily-Italy, Anna didn’t share the dream of stardom that brought so many people to Milwaukee. Her dream was her husband, her children, cooking and gardening. She was more than happy to be...
Beatrice R Sordia
Mar 28, 2025
Beatrice R. Sordia, affectionately known as “Wickie”, peacefully departed this life on March 28, 2025, surrounded by her adoring family. Born on January 31, 1931, in Phoenix, Arizona, to her parents Albert G. Rodriguez and Rita A. Alvarez. Beatrice's life was a testament to love, dedication, and unwavering strength.
Her remarkable career included leadership roles at Motorola as Lead Lady and...
Jerry Austin Barrett
Mar 26, 2025
Passed away on March 26th in Payson Arizona at the age of 85. He was born in McNary AZ and his family soon moved to Phoenix. Raised at 35th ave. and McDowell Rd, Jerry graduated High School from Phoenix Tech where he learned Sheetmetal to later become a Sheetmetal Union Journeyman. In all his giftings he helped to build 13...
Gertrude Theresa Valonis
Mar 26, 2025
Gertrude Theresa Valonis Age 84 passed peacefully on March 26, 2025. She is survived by three of her four sons: Louis (Oregon), James, and Paul (Arizona). Her son Angelo deceased (1990), and her husband George also deceased (1992)
Born on June 17, 1940, on a farm in Coaticook, Quebec, Canada, Gertrude was the daughter of Victor Boisvert and Esther Belanger. Gertrude...
James Theron Whitneybell
Mar 24, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of a beloved family member. James Theron Whitneybell passed away Monday, March 24th, 2025 at the age of 41. James was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He was kind, funny, and had a strong love for cars and gaming.
James is survived by his wife, Brie Whitneybell; parents Doug...
Joanne Markichevich
Mar 24, 2025
Joanne Elizabeth Markichevich 95 passed into the heavens on Monday March 24th , 2025. Joanne was born to Ruth and John Harris Patterson on November 6th, 1929, in Phoenix, Arizona. Joanne considered her faith and family to be the greatest gift in her life. She was always up for a family gathering even well into her 90's. Joanne will be...
Judy Vargas
Mar 23, 2025
Judy Vargas, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in the early hours of March 23, 2025, earning her wings at the age of 76. Her journey through life, which began in Phoenix, AZ on July 29, 1948 as an identical twin to Julie, garnering the nicknames, Gorda y Wila. Encompassed by...
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