Obituaries

Faye Elsie Fahy, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed from this life on May 31, 2017, at the age of 93. Faye was a nurse, an officer in the US Navy, and a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.Faye was born to Rudolph and Laura Fisher, in Northcote, Minnesota in 1923. Until she reached early adulthood, Faye and her family lived in a home...

Mary Agnes Knittel, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2017. Mary Agnes was born October 1, 1928 to Thomas and Agnes Murray in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. On July 5, 1947, Mary Agnes married Clifton Zindle, who preceded her in death on June 22, 1957. On February 18, 1974, Mary Agnes married Vincent Knittel, who also preceded her...

79 of Phoenix, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2017. Charlotte attended St. Matthew’s, St. Mary’s High School, Phoenix College and ASU. She received her Master’s in education from ASU. She taught at Scottsdale High School, GCC and PC. The subjects she taught were typing, shorthand, Business English and Computer Science. She was a devout Catholic with a deep love...

Curt Jorgensen of Phoenix, AZ, died on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at age 53, after a short illness. He is survived by his parents Walter and Marcia Jorgensen, sister Sandra (George) Searle, brother Rex (Kathy) Jorgensen, nephew Ross Jorgensen, nieces Maddy and Kate Jorgensen, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, his many friends and his dog Charlie. Curt was...

Linda Valdivia (62) passed away on May 24, 2017 in Greer, Arizona. She is survived by her husband Jose, her brother Hal Jr., her children Damien, Dane and Allie, niece Shayla, and nephews Curtis, Daniel and Shawn. Memorial Services will be held at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home on June 2, 2017 at 6:00 pm.Memorial donations may be made in...

Jazelle Marie Ghiz, beloved wife, sister, aunt, sister-in-law, cousin, Godmother and dear friend to many passed away suddenly on May 31, 2017 in Laguna Beach, CA. Jazelle was the oldest of six children born to George and Sally Ghiz. She actually shared the same birthday as our father George and what a gift she was to him the day she...

Robert Elmer Thompson was called home by his Heavenly Father on May 27, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 89. Robert is survived by his wife of 39 years, Barbara Ann Thompson, and his 6 children: Mike Thompson, Robert Thompson, Mark Thompson, Kris Hazelbaker, Matt Zoerb, and Denise Vaught. His family legacy includes 11 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren...

David Molino Garcia, 82, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 6, 2017. He was a Korean War Veteran who served in the Army as a Paratrooper and a member of American Legion Post 41. He was the owner of Chavelos Restaurant(s) in Phoenix for approximately 30 years. After closing the restaurants, he went to work for the Isaac School...

Larry Joe Verdugo, 66, passed away peacefully at his home May 27, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones. Larry was born in Phoenix, August 6, 1950 to Robert and Hortencia Verdugo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Larry enlisted in the Marines in 1969 and served two tours in Vietnam. After returning home he joined the Arizona Highway...

Samia Ayoub Ralston became an angel in the sky on May 27, 2017 at the age of 63. She was born in Beirut, Lebanon to Abdel-Ahad Ayoub and Fahima Ghazar Ayoub. Samia fought a long and hard battle with breast cancer, first diagnosed in 2013 then again in 2016, this time the breast cancer attacked her lungs and bones. After...

Pedro Villa Meza returned to his God on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.Pedro was born on June 4, 1931 in Villa Coronado, Chihuahua, Mexico to Cirilio Villa and Soledad Villa Meza. At the tender age of 13, Pedro left his home and everyone and everything he had ever known to find work in America. His family will never forget his immense...

93, passed away peacefully May 25, 2017. She was born in Phoenix, Arizona to Francisco and Magdalena Huguez. A lifelong resident, she was preceded in death by her husband Julio and son Frank Diaz. Conception is survived by her four children Robert, Joseph, Richard and Julie Diaz; brothers Anthony and Arthur Huguez; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren....

James Nicholas Sandrock was born on December 23, 1961 and passed away unexpectedly on May 21, 2017 at the age of 55. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and lived for many years in Phoenix, AZ; Valdosta, GA; Omaha NE, and for the past 10 years in deep South Texas, along with his wife of 36 years, Nancy...

Lt. Col. George Ernest Tanguy II was born July 10, 1947 in Syracuse, NY to George and Dolly (Suhr) Tanguy.  He was a graduate of Arcadia High School (1965), earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Arizona State University (1969) and received his commission as a second lieutenant from the U.S. Army Engineer School, Ft. Belvoir, VA (1970). George proudly...

Resident of The Terraces in Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 18that 93 years of age. He is survived by his dear spouse of 70 years, Rita Elizabeth and four of their six children: John M. Driscoll (Cindy) of Phoenix, Brian Driscoll (Nancy) of San Diego, Mark Driscoll (Karen) of Norman, OK and Kathleen Driscoll Lally (Michael) of Charlottesville, VA....

A man whose smile touched his eyes, Paul A. Phillips flew into the sunset on May 20, 2017. He wished his family and friends a fond farewell. Paul was born in Royal Oak Township, Michigan on June 11, 1932. His parents Paul Phillips and Marion Swan Phillips, immigrated from Macedonia and Scotland respectively. Paul grew up in Birmingham, Michigan and...

Margaret R. Mendivil, our loving mother, surrounded by her family entered into the hand of God on May 19, 2017 at the graceful age of 82. She was born on March 15, 1935 in Hayden Arizona to Jose Romero and Carmen Sierras Romero. She is reunited with her beloved husband Joe Mendivil and he with his “bride” of 50 years....

Vivian Romano, passed away on May 16, 2017, at the age of 89 in Phoenix, Arizona. Born on May 25, 1927, to Josephine and Frank Amico in Clifton, New Jersey, she married Richard Romano of Clifton, New Jersey, in 1950 and they moved to Arizona in 1955 where they founded Romano’s TV and Appliance. After retirement she enjoyed traveling around...

Stephan Martin “Steve” Bojorquez was called to be with the Lord on May 16, 2017. He is survived by his mother Carmen and brothers Ronald + Richard. He’s reunited in heaven with his father David and little brother Davey. Steve was a kind man, loved by many and was a fervent Cardinal fan…he will be greatly missed by all. Especially...

passed away on May 10, 2017 at the age of 73. Rachel was born on October 27, 1943 in Phoenix, AZ. A beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She will be dearly missed by family, friends, staff and nurses that were there throughout her illness. She was a lady that touched many. Visitation will be at 9:00 A.M. with a...