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Robert Martin Calfee, III

Robert Martin Calfee, III

Jul 23, 2024

Robert Martin Calfee III, a fierce competitor, lost the obituary game on July 23, 2024. Martin passed away surrounded by his family in his home in Phoenix, Arizona.

He was born on April 2, 1937 to proud parents Robert Martin Calfee Jr. and Elizabeth Tinker Chatfield Calfee in Coral Gables, Florida. Martin’s life journey was marked by resilience, hard work, humor,...

Maria Dolores Lozoya-Salinas

Maria Dolores Lozoya-Salinas

Jul 22, 2024

Maria Dolores Lozoya "Lolis" passed away on July 22, 2024 in Mesa Arizona surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born on April 12, 1966, in Durango Mexico to Irene Salinas and Aniceto Lozoya. She immigrated to the United States to give her two sons a chance at a better life. She lived most of her life in the United States,...

Rebecca Verdugo Dueñas

Rebecca Verdugo Dueñas

Jul 22, 2024

The Lord took Becky home on July 22, 2024.

Becky was born on January 21st 1942 in Miami Arizona. Becky was the first girl out of five boys. Becky is preceded in death by her parents Francisco and Rebecca Verdugo her husband Johnny Duenas, her brothers and sisters: Bruno, Hanky, Mario, Ernie, Elias and Richard Verdugo. Margie, Gloria and Angie Verdugo....

Marilyn Baggs

Marilyn Baggs

Jul 20, 2024

Mrs. Marilyn Baggs, age 90, passed away on July 20th, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born on September 24, 1933 in San Francisco, California. And at age 20 she married Lavern E. Baggs and their marriage lasted for 57 years before his passing in 2010. She is survived by her two children, Brad Baggs and Lurenda (Baggs) Armanini, son-in-law,...

Barbara Gonzales Hernandez

Barbara Gonzales Hernandez

Jul 20, 2024

Bárbara Gonzáles Hernández, 97, took her last breath surrounded by her immediate family on July 20, 2024 in Phoenix, Ariz. She was welcomed into Heaven and reunited with her loving husband of 62 years John G. Hernández, her parents Carmen and Juan Gonzáles, siblings (Manuel, Paul, Emeterio (Teyo), Cecilia Rodríguez, Erlinda Gonzáles, Ruth (Cuca) De La Garza, and countless other...

Karl T. Brandenberger

Karl T. Brandenberger

Jul 19, 2024

Karl T. Brandenberger, 71, of Phoenix, was born in Phoenix, Arizona, to Helene Sledd and Jimmy Brandenberger on October 9, 1952. He died on July 17, 2024.

Karl’s parents met in Phoenix, where his mother was a well-known and respected nurse for more than 40 years at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Karl graduated from Gerard Catholic High School in 1970 and joined...

Peter Helmuth Paulsen

Peter Helmuth Paulsen

Jul 17, 2024

PETER HELMUTH PAULSEN BUILDER, DEVELOPER, PHILANTHROPIST PASSES AWAY AT AGE 90

 Peter Helmuth Paulsen was born in the village of Schardebüll, in Northern Germany, June 17, 1934.

 Peter immigrated to the Midwest in 1952 with his Mother and his brother after the hardships and turmoil of WWII. At the age of 17 was already a master mason brick layer. With is keen...

Cindy Lynne Bedoya

Cindy Lynne Bedoya

Jul 16, 2024

On July 16, 2024 Cynthia Lynne Bedoya, or Cindy, as she was known by many friends and family, passed away unexpectedly. She is survived by her husband Eddie, son, Nic; and daughter Leah, sister Amy as well as her 7 grandchildren, Alyssa, Morgan, Kallin, Zoey, Payton, Rezi, and Atticus. 

Her passing has left a deep hole of loss in those she...

Donald William Brunner

Donald William Brunner

Jul 16, 2024

Don Brunner was born on June 26, 1940, the youngest of four sons of Betty and John Brunner. He was educated in the Public Schools of Jersey City, NJ and completed his formal education earning a degree from Rutgers University’s University College in 1970.

A man with a positive outlook on life, Don enjoyed sharing a joke or quip with others...

Andrew Kyle Perkins

Andrew Kyle Perkins

Jul 16, 2024

Andrew Kyle Perkins, born September 26, 1986, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away on July 16, 2024, after bravely battling Crohn’s disease for many years.

Andrew's journey began in Wisconsin where he graduated from Delavan Darien High School before pursuing higher education at UW-Milwaukee.

His path took a turn when he enlisted in the Army, serving honorably with a tour in Afghanistan. His...

Vincent Andrew Claudio

Vincent Andrew Claudio

Jul 14, 2024

It is with a heavy heart we want to share, that my son, Vincent Andrew Claudio has passed away on July 14th, 2024, at the young age of 29. Vincent was battling an addiction; we had the highest of hopes he would conquer it. Sadly, it was stronger than he was.

Vincent Andrew Claudio devoted son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend....

Colleen Angela Connelly Moss

Colleen Angela Connelly Moss

Jul 13, 2024

Colleen was born on January 26, 1939, and died on July 13, 2024.

Colleen was predeceased by her parents Harry S. Connelly, Sr., and Marian Meyer, husband John “Buzz” Moss, five of her six siblings: William Connelly, Patricia Holt, Harry (Pete) Connelly, Jr., Mike Connelly, Thomas (Chris) Connelly; and daughter-in-law Lara Moss. One sibling survives Colleen: Denis (Jeanne) Connelly; along with...

Dennis James Masel

Dennis James Masel

Jul 13, 2024

Artist, photographer, epicurean, possessing an insatiable appetite for history and literature, faithful and loving husband, devoted father. Dennis James Masel passed peacefully on July 13, 2024, with his loving wife of 58 years, Francie, by his side. 

Dennis was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on August 20th, 1944, to Polish American parents Louise and Joseph Masel. Possessed with wanderlust and a desire...

Jeannine H. Schneider

Jeannine H. Schneider

Jul 12, 2024

Jeannine H. Schneider, 94, of Phoenix, passed away July 12, 2024, in Scottsdale, AZ.

On Saturday, August 17th, 2024, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 4510 N. 24th Street, a Rosary will be held at 10 A.M. with Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 A.M.

Private burial will be held for the family.

Jeannine was born in Chicago to Winifred and William...

Janet Jones Casper

Janet Jones Casper

Jul 11, 2024

Janet Jones Casper, a beacon of strength and love, passed away peacefully at home on July 11th, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion, resilience and unwavering dedication to her family and friends. 

A cherished wife, mother of three daughters and grandmother to four beloved grandchildren, Janet’s influence on those around her was immeasurable. Her kindness and vibrant spirit were...

Patricia Wine

Patricia Wine

Jul 11, 2024

Patricia Louise Wine, 94, passed away peacefully July 11th, 2024. Born in Phoenix at Good Samaritan Hospital, Patricia, also known by friends and family as “Patty, moved with her family to Hollywood, California where she spent most of her childhood. In 1955, Patty married Sidney Wine. She was married for 54 years, had two daughters, and spent the remainder of...

Indalecio Lara

Indalecio Lara

Jul 10, 2024

Con profundo dolor, la familia de Indalecio Lara Rivera (Kale) como todos lo conosiamos anuncian su fallecimiento el día 10 de Julio de 2024. Indalecio era una persona querida y muy respetada por todos los que lo conocían. Nacido el 20 de Mayo de 1973 en Orange County California. Nuestro Dios te hizo un hombre caritativo, noble, bondadoso y su...

James Joseph Ledwith, Jr.

James Joseph Ledwith, Jr.

Jul 9, 2024

Dr. James Joseph Ledwith, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, surrounded by family, from complications after a bicycle accident on June 19, 2024. 

Jim was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, on August 13, 1957, to Joan Angela Ledwith and James Joseph Ledwith, Sr. The third of six children, Jim and his family moved frequently during his childhood. They...

Gary J. Goodman

Gary J. Goodman

Jul 7, 2024

Gary J. Goodman was born May 21, 1944, in Washington, DC to Herbert H. and Mary Goodman (née Jones) and died at his home in Phoenix on July 7, 2024. Gary graduated from St. Albans School in DC and received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia, where he was a member of St. Anthony Hall fraternity. During...

Leonard W. Huck

Leonard W. Huck

Jul 7, 2024

Leonard Huck, Former Phoenix Man of the Year, 1922-2024

Leonard W. Huck, the former President of Arizona’s largest bank and a long-time civic leader in Metropolitan Phoenix, died peacefully in his Phoenix home on July 7, 2024, at age 101. During his 31-year career at the Valley National Bank, Huck rose from his starting position as an employee in the commercial...

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