Obituaries

Donald John Diamond joined his eternal Father on Friday, November 30, 2018. Don was born August 3, 1933, to Arthur and Anna, in Yonkers, New York. Blessed with many childhood experiences in New York, his most memorable was being a Yankee fan and attending the games. He remained a true Yankee fan through-out his life. At the age of 15,...

Mary Lou Russell, beloved wife of Robert R. Russell, mother of Jacqueline Lee Petchauer (husband Bill)and Craig William Russell, and grandmother of Katherine Lee Stranz and Christopher Russell Stranz (wife Jenny) passed into the hands of God on Friday, November 30, 2018. She is also survived by her brother Robert Joseph Rosenquist and sister Carol Theresa Osborn, along with many...

On November 27, 2018, native Arizonan Edward Lopez Pastor passed away at the age of 75 in Phoenix ending a life of service and dedication to family, community, state and country.Born on June 28, 1943, Ed’s commitment to public service is rooted in the Arizona copper-mining town of Claypool, where he was raised by his parents, Margarita and Enrique Pastor.  ...

Beatrice “Bea” Lessard (née Cantin) passed away peacefully on November 28, 2018 at her home in Scottsdale, Arizona in the loving embrace of her husband, Joseph. After a brave ten-year battle with heart and lung disease, she is now united with the Lord, which gives comfort to her loved ones.Bea was born in Groton, Massachusetts in 1930 and attended Groton...

Shirley found her peace on Saturday, November 24th, 2018. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Tamara Dawn and Fredric Dean Fadeley and her two grandsons, Fredric “Chase” and Morgan Tanner Fadeley. Her beloved husband, Leonard Francis Donoho, passed away in November, 2010. Shirley was born and raised in the small town of Chugwater, Wyoming, near Cheyenne. She spent...

Kimberley D. Scoggins passed away unexpectedly November 20th, 2018. She was born in San Bernardino, California on April 18th, 1973, the daughter of Joseph Harold Tucker and Ardys Janette (Mesquit) Tucker.Kim graduated from Oakland High School, Oakland, Oregon in 1991 and studied at the Oregon Institute of Technology, Klamath Falls, Oregon before starting a family and taking on the role...

Emeterio (Teyo) Gonzales, 86, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2018, in Phoenix, AZ. Emeterio was born in Phoenix, AZ on February 8, 1932. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lucy Gonzales, two children Josie (Brock) Brunkhorst, Emmett (Lisa) Gonzales, six grandchildren Billie, Kennedy, Brock, Britton, Rebekah...

Michael A. Arra, 69, passed away after a long battle with cancer. Michael was passionate about his family, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the Chicago Bears and the World Series Champions Chicago Cubs and his three beagles. Depending on the day or season, these passions would vary. Michael was consistent, truthful, ethical, a devoted Catholic, compassionate, a great story-teller and...

With his family by his side, Marvin (96) passed away on November 21, 2018. Born May 1, 1922 to John and Ella Rewerts in Cottonwood, Minnesota. With the loss of his father at the age of 6, his mother raised his 5 other siblings during the Depression era. Marvin married the love of his life, Ruth Lanoue, in 1944, until...

The sun rose for Darlene Cecelia Marcelina Bojorquez Marquez on January 16th1982. Her light has shone; reached out and touched so many individuals with her beautiful soul for 36 years before that sun set and she passed away on November 17th2018. Darlene is survived by her two Children Essence Marquez and Xavier De La Cruz Jr., her Beloved Alex “Gordo”...

On Thursday, November 15th, 2018, Vivian S. Angulo passed away at age 86.Vivian was born on August 26, 1932 in Phoenix, Arizona to Armida and Richard Sanchez. She married Adam Ruiz Angulo and they raised 4 children. She was a woman who loved to cook and nurtured anyone who walked through her door. She was a lovely, stubborn at times,...

Edmundo Castillo III, age 57, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2018. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona on August 1, 1961. A graduate of East High School, Edmund was passionate about sports. He was a true fan of the Minnesota Vikings, the Arizona Diamondbacks, NASCAR and the ASU Sun Devil athletic teams. He was an avid golfer who loved...

Teresa Kehoe passed away on November 14, 2018, surrounded by loving family members. Born on June 6, 1946, Teresa lived a wonderful life of 72 years. She grew up in Chicago, Illinois, where she met and married the love of her life Thomas Kehoe III. They shared 35 exceptionally devoted years before he passed away in 2009. The family, including...

Jesus “Jesse” Soqui Cuellar passed away on November 14, 2018 at Ryan House in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 80. Jesse worked as a professional Chef for many years before giving his life over to church work. He adored working in the ministries and volunteering his time to those who needed him. Jesse is survived by Susan Vail-Cuellar, four...

Lois Elaine Faulstich passed away peacefully on November 12, 2018, blessed by loving family members.Born in Ames, Iowa, March 29, 1920, she lived a long, wonderful life of 98 years. Lois grew up in Chicago, daughter of Ella Peterson and Noble Croson. She had two younger brothers now deceased. She met and then married her high school sweetheart Ken in...

Marilyn Kennedy (nee DeBusk), 88, our beautiful Marilyn peacefully left this world on Thursday, November 15th to join those awaiting her in heaven. She will be forever remembered as a loving and generous friend, and a devoted wife and mother. Born September 29th, 1930, Marilyn was a native Arizonan and lived a rich life full of joy. A graduate of...

On Saturday, October 27, 2018, George Maurice “Bud” Smolens passed away at age 84.Bud was born on March 29, 1934 in Richfield Springs, New York to George Pierce Smolens and Audra (Brownell) Smolens. In 1956 he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Union College in Schenectady, New York. The following year he married Margaret Eliot (Peg) Smolens. They were...

Theresa Leona Ribar, 81, of Phoenix passed away November 12, 2018. She was born on November 19, 1936 to John and Susan Pavlik in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.She is survived by her daughter Carol, her son Robert (Gwen) and granddaughter Hailey.She is preceded in death by her husband Edward.A Rosary will be held on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 10:30 A.M. at...

Carl R. Huttenmaier, 88, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on November 12, 2018 at the Biltmore Care Home in Phoenix. He was born on August 26, 1930 in rural Pickrell, Nebraska to Carl and Pauline (Krasser) Huttenmaier. He grew up helping on the family farm and delivered fruits and vegetables as a young man in Lincoln, Nebraska. Carl served his...

Barbara Jean Sanders, 79 of Phoenix, went to be with the Lord, on November 7th. Barbara was born on November 17th, 1938 in Oak Lawn, IL to parents Clifford and Helen Doherty. Barbara was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. To know her was to be graced by her ever enduring love, care, and comfort. Our...