Obituaries

On this Mother’s Day, we are deeply saddened to say good-bye to our most precious mama, Deborah Ann Stark Bonacci. She was 68 years old. Thought of as the most beautiful person in the world by her family, “Debbie” gracefully joined her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, her beloved grandmother, “Muggy”, and her father, our hero, “Papa”, in heaven on...

Albert J. Satina, 98, passed away of natural causes May 8, 2018. Albert was a proud member of the United States Marine Corp. Albert had a long career as a music teacher with the Phoenix Union High School system. He was a multi-talented musician and teacher, playing in several orchestras in the Valley. As of last year he was a...

Rudolph Michael Halagan, 96, passed away May 2, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita and son, James. Survivors include his children; Thomas, Laurine (Gerry), Mary Beth, Mark, David (Shari), Paul (Julie), 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Francis (Marian), of North Ridgeville, Ohio. He also leaves his loyal companion dog,...

In Loving MemoryMichael AE TerryAugust 12, 1988 – May 6, 2018Our dearly beloved Michael (Mike) passed away on May 6, 2018. He will be forever loved and cherished by his family and his friends. We fondly remember Michael for his precious “heart of gold.” He had an incredibly deep and loving heart for everyone in his life, including his dog...

Kathryn Jean “Kay” (Doyle) Medland, of Phoenix, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 2, 1939 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to the late Wilhelmina and James Doyle, Kay grew up in Detroit and moved to Arizona in her early 30s. Kay was the loving wife of Jim Medland. She was preceded in death by her brothers,...

Robert E. Hannay, 92, of Paradise Valley, Arizona died Sunday after a valiant effort battling pneumonia. He was born in Mt. Vernon, Washington in 1926, the son of John and Margaret Hannay, and grew up in Seattle. He had a B.A. in Economics from the University of Washington, an MBA from Arizona State University and was a member of Sigma...

Agnes “Aggie” passed away quietly Saturday morning May 5, 2018, of natural causes, while being comforted by her family. Her life was a rich tapestry of interests. She will be remembered as a person that enjoyed people, had many lifelong friends, an artist in oil painting, an avid reader and a mind that fueled crossword puzzles daily and a magnificent...

James Alphonse Watson, 56, of Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018. He was born in AZ and now joins his father, John Watson, in the heavens above. He is survived by his partner and best friend of 25 years, Froy. Jim leaves behind his mother, Joanne, stepfather, Darrell, his siblings, Julie, Joe and Janet, his nieces and...

On Monday, April 30, 2018, Ross Bradford Dodenhoff passed away at the age of 22. Ross was a New Year’s baby, born in Phoenix, Arizona on January 1, 1996. He carried the holiday spirit with him, making friends and family laugh with his stories, his jokes, and his off-beat observations. Ross had a big heart and a quiet charisma. He...

Beatrice M. Spangenberg, 86, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2018. Born in Clinton Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania to Henry K. and Lillian W. (Brunner) Arnold. Beatrice was preceded in death by her husband Carl G. Spangenberg, to whom she was married for 67 years; and, is survived by two sons, Stephen Spangenberg & wife Cheri of...

Jonathan Max King, 38 years old. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, passed away Saturday, April 28th in a motorcycle accident. He’s survived by his parents Barb and Max King, his fiancé Leesa Durant and 3 Kids Jayden, Emma and Sabrina Gardoni. Two brothers Marcus King and Michael Long and one sister Billie Long. He was an awesome man, father and spouse....

Robert Eldridge, Sr., 93, of Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2018. Bob is survived by two brothers, Thomas Eldridge and Patrick Eldridge and five children: Beverly Winter, Maureen Eldridge, Nancy (Keith) Markey, Tim (Margaret) Eldridge and Ann Barker. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth,...

On April 26, 2018, after a long battle with cancer, Michael A. Koenig of Scottsdale, AZ, died peacefully surrounded by his family. He joins his sister, Pam, and his parents, Harold and Violet in heaven. He is survived by his wife and best friend, of 32 years, Sandy Koenig. Michael leaves 5 children, Shelly McCully (age 46), Russell Koenig (age...

Alice Burrus Moore, 86, passed away at home in Scottsdale on Friday, April 27, 2018, after a brief illness. She is survived by her children, Laurie Lang, Lisa Wilson (Greg), Lewis B., III, and James (Angela); her sister, Sue Gans, sister-in-law, Barbara Rider, brother-in-law, William (Sarabeth) Moore, and brother-in-law, Leon Schneider; her grandchildren, Michael and Jack Wilson; Matt, Molly, and...

Mike A. Zambrano was 55 years old. He had three daughters and four beautiful grandchildren (three boys and one girl). He always spoke about good times with friends and family. And wished he had more time with his grandchildren. He loved his parents dearly and helped them every day. He loved his family and friends. He made peace with his...

Thomas Murray Kelleher, 69, of Phoenix, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 after battling cancer. He is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Mimi Flood Kelleher; his three children Kim Lawson, Scott and Tim; Son-in-Law Chris Lawson; two grandchildren Kacey and Logan Lawson; two sisters Christine and Tracy Brown; Brother-in-Law Ron Brown; brother Cornelius; Sister-in-Law Donna; as well...

William Shepard Hawgood II was born on July 20, 1941, the son of William S. Hawgood and Suzanne G. Hawgood. He passed away on April 23, 2018, and is survived by his treasured family, including wife Theresa, daughter Megan (and husband Stephen), son Jonathan (and wife Lucie), stepson Joshua, grandchildren Christopher, Ana, William, Annelise and Gabrielle, brother Grant (and wife...

Marion D. Kline, 95 of Phoenix, passed away on April 24, 2018. She is survived by her husband Leonard. Services will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.

Mother, Wife, Daughter, Friend – Dear Sweet Beth. You mastered in the art of entertaining and creating an extraordinary home. You left a lasting feeling of love and acceptance on everyone that you came into contact with. Bef, as your granddaughter affectionately called you, you were truly a remarkable Southern Bell who lived, walked, wrote, and spoke with grace, pride,...

Deborah Yadira Garcia, 53, of Phoenix, passed away on April 11, 2018. She was born in Westwood, California. Deborah moved to Arizona in 1995. She is survived by her husband Joseph, her sons Memo, Hector and Joseph, 4 brothers, 9 sisters and 8 grandchildren. She was deeply loved and will be missed by her loved ones. A Funeral Service will...