Obituaries

It is with great sadness that the family of Richard (“Dick”) Johnes shares that he passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2020. He is survived by his wife Dorothy (“Dodie”), his daughters Karen, Laura and Stacey, as well as his grandchildren, Matthew, Olivia and Max. He will also be missed by his sons-in-law, Bruce and Ted, his sister Barbara, nephews...

Roland Keith Swanson, a long-time resident of the Phoenix area, passed away on Friday April 3rd.Born November 11, 1932 in Scribner, Nebraska to Harold and Loretta Swanson. Roland graduated from the University of Nebraska in 1954 with a degree in Business Administration and was a 1stLieutenant in the Army serving at the Pentagon from 1954 – 1957.Known affectionately to those...

Pete T. Moquino Sr., 80, of Scottsdale, AZ passed away on April 07, 2020 at his home. Pete was survived by his wife Cynthia “Joyce” (Leslie) Moquino. Pete had 5 Sons, 1 Daughter, 16 Grandchildren and 27 Great-grandchildren. Pete was married to his wife, Joyce Moquino of The Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community for 62 years. He has...

Albert John Imbornoni, age 94, passed away on April 3, 2020. He was born on August 20, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York, to Albert and Elizabeth Imbornoni. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Pratt Institute and a Master’s degree in administrative engineering from New York University.Al had a successful career in technical marketing and consulting. He moved...

Carl Anthony Lauer, 76, passed away on April 7, 2020 at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. Carl was born on November 18, 1943 in Lincoln, IL, the son of Carl G. and Dorothea (Harness) Lauer. They preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother, Dean (Sharon) of Phoenix, AZ and two nephews, Daniel (Natasha) Lauer of...

Adrian A “Tony” Seller, 95 of Phoenix AZ passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. He was born April 9, 1924 in Casa Grande, AZ, the oldest of three children born to Juan Jose Seller and Thelma Clarke.Tony graduated from Saint Mary’s High School in 1942 and Kings Point Academy. He served in the Merchant Marines during WW2 and the...

Evelyn Rosalie Angulo, 102, peacefully passed away on March 31, 2020. She was born on January 31, 1918 in New Orleans, LA and then spent the majority of her life in Phoenix, AZ as a beloved wife, mother, homemaker, and grandparent. She is preceded in death by her husband Armando Ruiz Angulo and her son Armando A. Angulo. Loving mother...

Mark A. Santone, 64, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on April 1, 2020. Born in Phoenix, AZ on November 7, 1955 he was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Theresa Santone.  Survived by his sister Angela Pence, his brothers Anthony, Christopher, and Jeffery Santone, 3 nieces and 3 nephews, 10 great nieces and nephews.Mark attended East high school...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved husband, father, and grandfather, George B Loeffler Jr., who passed away at his home, of natural causes, on March 27, 2020. Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1941 to Elizabeth and George B. Loeffler Sr., George Jr. moved to Phoenix, Arizona with his family when he was 5 years...

Kevin Michael Sandahl was born October 24, 1980 in Phoenix, Arizona. He left to be with God on March 28, 2020. To know Kevin, was to love him. His road was never easy, but his triumphs were great. His zest for life and adventure filled his years with world travels, memories with his loved ones that spanned across states, and...

Michael Anthony Facio, age 58, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020, in his family home, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on January 17, 1962 at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota to Frank and Helen Facio.He graduated from McClintock high school in 1981 and attended Mesa Community College in 1981 for Wildlife Biology....

Olivia Montano, 58 of Phoenix Arizona passed away peacefully on March 27, 2020.She was preceded in death by her Father John and Brother Sonny. She is survived by her Daughters Stephanie (John) and Sylvia (Ulises), Grandchildren Adriana, John and Samantha, Mother Mary, Sister Virginia and Brothers Mario, Tony, Paul, Johnny, Angel and Manuel.Olivia was a devoted Mother and Grandmother. She...

Esther Duarte Cogley, 81, an Arizona native passed away March 26, 2020. Esther was born in Tempe, AZ in 1938 and was one of twelve siblings. She was a graduate of Phoenix Union High School and went on to attend Santa Monica Community College. Esther was a legal assistant with McDonnel Douglas while living in California for eight years. After...

Carl Edward McGowan, of Phoenix, AZ and Clarksville, TN, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2020. He was born on August 6, 1934, at home attended by a midwife in Oak Grove, KY, the youngest of three children born to Nathan Roy McGowan and Goldie Lee Lowe McGowan. He moved with family to Clarksville at age 4...

Raymond B. Pacioni, 81, of Scottsdale, Arizona, died peacefully on March 25, 2020 following a short but vigorous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his immediate family and fiancée. Born November 7, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois, he was preceded in death by his parents, Isabelle Pacioni (LaMantia) and Ronald F. Pacioni of Scottsdale, Arizona.Ray, as he was known to...

Robert “Bob” Joseph Mulvihill, 89, passed away on March 19, 2020. Bob was born in Redlands, CA on December 28, 1930, growing up on a ranch in his beloved San Timoteo Canyon, surrounded by citrus groves and a proud Irish family. Bob served in the US Air Force and was stationed in Japan until April 1955. He graduated from the...

Bud Young, 79 years old, passed away on March 16, 2020. He was born in Gary, Indiana on December 18, 1940 and lived in nearby Hobart, Indiana where he attended St. Bridget’s Catholic School.The family moved to Phoenix in 1951 and Bud remained a long time Phoenix resident until his passing. He attended St. Agnes Catholic School and North Phoenix...

Kyle Phillip Nelson, 29, of Phoenix left this world on March 20, 2020. He was born on April 27, 1990 in Phoenix to Marcus and Sandy Nelson.Kyle graduated from Arcadia High School and worked at the Tee Pee Restaurant for 15 years.He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.Kyle is survived by his parents, 2 brothers Erik...

Isabella “Bella” De La Cruz, a student, trained vocalist and dancer, passed away on March 18, 2020 at her home in Phoenix, AZ. She was 15.Born in Alexandria, LA, she lived with her family next in Houston, TX, before they ultimately settled back in her parent’s hometown of Phoenix, AZ.As a young child she was interested in music, singing, and...

Bella – Izzie – Belle was born September 1, 2004 in Alexandria, LA and passed in Phoenix, AZ at 15 years of age. An aspiring surgeon who loved music, dance, her friends, and family. Isabella is survived by her mother, father, stepfather, brother, many other family members, and so many loving friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asks to...