Obituaries
Richard Hughes de Uriarte
Sep 23, 2024
Richard de Uriarte passed away peacefully with his family on September 23rd at the age of 77 in Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by his family in hospice care.
Born in Darby, Pennsylvania, he grew up in Springfield, a suburb of Philadelphia. He graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School in Pennsylvania in 1965 and earned a bachelor's degree in international relations with an...
Edwin Cruz Soto
Sep 22, 2024
“Your wings were ready, but our hearts were not.”
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Edwin Cruz Soto, who was taken from us too soon on September 22, 2024 at the age of 18. He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile and shy personality.
Though his time with us was brief, the...
Jon Howard Svendsen
Sep 20, 2024
Jon Howard Svendsen passed away peacefully September 20, 2024. Jon was born in Berkley, CA on October 26, 1953 to Alberta & Howard Svendsen.
From a very early age he showed a love for swimming & he along with his 2 brothers swam in tournaments all over California. The Svendsen brothers were well known in Northern, CA as forces to be...
Fr. Josef Anton Baur
Sep 18, 2024
Father Joseph Baur, OFM, 97, passed away Sept. 18, 2024, at Morning Star Assisted Living in Phoenix, Arizona.
A native of Los Angeles, California, Father Joe entered the Franciscan Order on June 10, 1945, made simple vows on June 11, 1946, professed solemn vows on June 11, 1949, and was ordained to the priesthood on June 8, 1952.
Many of Father Joe’s...
T.Ed Woods
Sep 18, 2024
T.Ed Woods was born December 16, 1936 in Tucson, Arizona and died September 18, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona.
He is survived by his wonderful and loving wife Barby; children Tori Woods, Sue Holloway, Tim Woods, Kennith (K.C.) Woods (Pam), Mark Woods (Kerry), Dennis Woods (Traci); Stepdaughters Kelly Weinschenk (Bob), Jill Bergen (Andy), Katy Owens (Buddy); fifteen grandchildren Ryan (Cecillia), Jacob (Stephanie),...
Teresa "Teddy" M. Whitaker
Sep 18, 2024
Teresa “Teddy” M. Whitaker, the greatest lady that ever graced this earth.
She was born on February 25, 1937, in Phoenix, AZ where she was raised. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 18, 2024.
Teddy was preceded in death by five generations of Arizonans, which includes her parents Alfred & Alice (Maldonado) Culling, brother Daniel Culling,...
Rosemary Gibbs
Sep 16, 2024
Rosemary Gibbs was welcomed into Heaven on September 16, 2024. She is now with her husband Joseph and surrounded by family, friends and loved ones who have passed before. She lived her elegant 84 years of life courageously and by her direction. Her soul is free and we are all blessed to have a beautiful angel in the heavens above....
Manuel A. Marquez
Sep 16, 2024
Leon Manuel Amador Marquez was a loving father and husband, grandfather & great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife Tomasa, his children Humberto, Maribel, Ismael, Alma and Jesus, his grandchildren Amber, Gina, Cody, and great grandson Cooper.
He was a very faithful Catholic. He drove people to mass, helped at many church events and was a member of Catholic group called...
Matthew Adam Estrada-Cox
Sep 15, 2024
Loved by everyone that met him. He had charm and a great sense of humor. He loved life and fought like a warrior to the end.
Matthew is survived by his mother Deborah, sisters Katherine and Jessica, his beloved Nana/best friend Margaret, 5 children, many cousins, aunts, uncles, his “Tiki Tiki” and many friends.
A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m....
Shirley Ann Edralin
Sep 12, 2024
Shirley Ann Edralin, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend was known best for her loving, generous, and hospitable personality. She was born on February 13, 1944, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and she left us on September 12, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, following a fierce battle with cancer. Shirley lived a life filled with tremendous service towards family,...
Sonya B. Hernandez
Sep 10, 2024
Sonya B. Hernandez, 61 years old of Phoenix, Arizona, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on September 10, 2024. Sonya was born on October 11, 1962 in Tempe, Arizona, to her parents Ricardo Hernandez and Maria Bermüdez. She was a proud native of Arizona, and was blessed to live so close to her loving family her entire life....
Virginia I. Phillips
Sep 10, 2024
Virginia (Merritt) Phillips daughter of Richard and Evelyn Merritt. “Vim” (for Virginia Irene Merritt) was born in Prescott, AZ on March 31, 1926. The eldest of 3 children (brothers William and Richard), she attended Lincoln Elementary and Prescott High School. Upon graduation she surprisingly enrolled at Antioch University in Yellow Springs, Ohio. It seems her mother had a friend who...
Christopher Romero Euzarraga
Sep 8, 2024
Christopher “Chris” Euzarraga, passed away on September 8, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, at the age of 62. Born on June 30, 1962, in Phoenix, AZ. Chris was a lifelong learner and educator. He attended St. Mary's High School, followed by Arizona State University, and later earned a master's degree from Northern Arizona University. Chris dedicated his career to shaping young...
Deano Short
Sep 8, 2024
Gerald Dean Short, affectionately known as "Deano," passed away on September 8, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, at the age of 78. Born on March 18, 1946, in Mesa, Arizona, Deano dedicated a significant portion of his life to both his profession and his passions, leaving a lasting impact on his community.
For over 25 years, he worked in janitorial services for...
Mary Jo Toth
Sep 7, 2024
Mary Jo Toth, 75 was born July 17, 1949 was the oldest of two children born to Nick and Josephine Mastrog in Erie, PA. The family moved to Arizona in 1952 after the birth of her younger sister, Nancy.
Mary Jo met her husband of 47 years, Steve, at Phoenix College after spending a year of college at sea. They met...
Carmen Maria Dominguez
Sep 7, 2024
Carmen Maria Dominguez was called to Heaven on Saturday, September 7, 2024. She was surrounded by her devoted and loving daughters, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends after a week-long vigil of prayers, tears, laughter and memories.
Carmen was born January 18, 1944 at home in Phoenix, Arizona to Laura Riesgo Morales and Carlos Chretin Morales. She was one of...
Paul James Andrade
Sep 7, 2024
Paul James Andrade, 68, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024, at the Maryland Gardens Care Center in Phoenix. He was born on September 15, 1955, in Phoenix to Arthur and Angela Andrade. Paul grew up in the historic Grant Park Barrio, which produced several patriots who served their country in all branches of the military.
Paul was also affectionately known...
Timothy Michael McCartin
Sep 6, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Timothy Michael McCartin, age 63, of Phoenix, Arizona. Tim left us unexpectedly on September 6, 2024, at home, two weeks before his 64th birthday, following a sudden heart attack. Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on September 30, 1960, to the late Thomas John and Patricia Marie McCartin, Tim was also preceded in death...
Mary Hiralez
Sep 2, 2024
Mary Hiralez, loving wife, wonderful mother and proud grandmother passed away on September 2, 2024 at the age of 90. Mary was born in Phoenix, Arizona on October 21, 1933 to Rafael and Maria Hernandez . Mary was the second oldest out of seven children. Mary is survived by her husband John, her sons Michael and Mark, her daughter Roberta...
Ruben Bernal
Aug 30, 2024
Ruben Bernal, affectionately known as “Everyone’s Papa”, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 30, 2024, in Phoenix, AZ, at the age of 84. Born on August 28, 1940, in Tempe, Arizona, he lived a full life marked by the love of those who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents (Nellie and Raul Sr.) and his...
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