Obituaries

Iva Lee Faulds, 89, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2016.  Iva was born on May 14, 1926 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Elsie and Guy Knight.  After graduating from Shaw High School, Iva attended Ohio State University and graduated from Germantown Dispensary and Hospital with a nursing degree.  Until her retirement in 1988, Iva worked as a registered...

On April 1, 2016 heaven chose another angel at the young age of 42. Born on July 11, 1973, Gigi graduated from Grand Canyon University in 1998, and went on to become an Elementary School Teacher. Her teaching career ended after seven months due to a sudden diagnosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Cancer. She conquered two challenging battles of Hodgkin’s Stage...

Jean B. Twist, 91, of Phoenix, devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to all she met, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2016. She lived a life of unconditional love. She was preceded in death and in new life by her beloved husband, J. G. “Bud” Twist. She will be buried alongside him at the...

69, of Phoenix, passed away April 9, 2016.  A creative child, a gorgeous woman, an excellent teacher… Yet, most of all, the greatest loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who held true to her Catholic beliefs and faith. The Running family has turned a page on a love story spanning 53 years, between Jacqueline and Steven Anthony Running, high school...

Regina M. Nesdill, 91 of Phoenix, beloved mother and friend to all, passed away on April 6, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Edward, and survived by her five children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Regina was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, was a Registered Nurse, nursing educator, actively involved in the Girl Scouts and passionate...

Alfred G. Hernandez, 85, a father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, son, cousin and friend to all, made his transition to our Heavenly Father on April 6, 2016. Alfred was born on April 9, 1930 in Hayden, AZ. Alfred devoted his life to his family, friends and the Catholic Church. Alfred’s extraordinary talents included gardening and cooking. Alfred leaves behind countless...

Marilyn Virginia Bauer (nee Marilyn Carpenter Strahl) passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016 after a short illness while at Banner Gateway Hospital in Mesa, AZ. She was 87 years old.Marilyn is survived by three of her children Nancy Bauer Taylor (Bruce) of Indianapolis, IN, David Bauer of Wildomar, CA and Paula Bauer Thatcher (Kim) of Chandler, AZ, her siblings...

79, of Phoenix was born in Detroit, MI on January 3, 1937 to Antonino and Antonina Scuderi. He passed away on April 1st, 2016 into the loving arms of our Lord. He is survived by his wife Margie, brother Tom, children Tony, Dale, Joe, Angelee and 7 grandchildren. Joseph was such a devoted man to his family and to his...

Mary Louise Lyding, our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2016, at the age of 92. She was born in Evansville, Indiana and moved to Phoenix, Arizona at the age of three. She graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School. She married Alfred Samuel Lyding, Jr. in 1943, and together they had nine children. Mother...

88, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2016. Pat is survived by his wife Jeanine of 62 years, daughter Kathy, grandson Michael (Cindy) and granddaughter Patricia, 3 great grandchildren, Anthony, Julian and Travis. Pat worked as an attorney in the Phoenix area for over 50 years and was an accomplished Bridge player. A Vigil will be held from...

Dave Kengott of Queen Valley, AZ, formerly of Ahwatukee, AZ, passed away suddenly March 30, 2016.Dave was born August 22, 1952 in Berwyn, IL.Dave was an insurance broker for over 30 years and the owner/president of the insurance firm, Executive Strategies of Arizona.  He was an avid golfer who also enjoyed 4-wheeling, bicycling, cooking, and anything related to technology.  Neighbors...

87, of Port Glasgow, Scotland, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband James, of 65 years. Rose is survived by her daughter Isabella (David), grandson James, granddaughter Jennifer (Chris) Tassin, 4 great-grandchildren, Hanna, Zachary, James David “JD” and Hunter. Rose was a long time parishioner of St. Agnes Catholic Church. Visitation will...

99, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away at home on March 30, 2016 surrounded by her family.  She was born in Nebraska on September 1, 1916, second oldest of nine children of Lawrence W. and Blanche (Burke) O’Malley. She was a kind and gentle woman who was devoted to being a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and member of the Catholic...

Coach Pete Tuccio, 87, of Phoenix, Arizona, died March 29, 2016. He was born in Bellaire, Ohio. He was a loving father and grandfather to five children and their spouses, eight grandchildren and their spouses and 8 great-grandchildren. Pete was loved by many. A Memorial celebration of Pete’s Life will be celebrated at 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 9, 2016 at...

Paul Philip Scheerer, M.D. 82, of Phoenix, died on Sunday, March 27, 2016 in the comfort of his home. He was born in Fairmont, West Virginia on August 8, 1933, son of the late Ruth and Paul Scheerer. He graduated from West Virginia University and Northwestern University Medical School. Dr. Scheerer practiced hematology in Phoenix for 36 years. He was...

Lilly Pallares peacefully passed away after a short illness on March 28th, 2016 at the age of 83. She will always be remembered for her beauty, intelligence, her trustworthy friendship, generosity, steadfast faith in Catholicism, and her unconditional love and concern for others. She is survived by her husband Jose Carlos Pallares, son Jose Carlos Pallares, daughter Lilly Pallares-Norman, son...

62 passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on March 22, 2016. She was born in Phoenix, Arizona on December 8, 1953. She was a dedicated employee at Sea Ray Boats for 28 years. Lucinda was a beautiful, strong, loving mother that lived for her children. A funny, most selfless person that was loved and respected by everybody. She is...

89, of Goodyear, AZ passed away on March 24. 2016, surrounded by family.   Gabriela enjoyed cooking, sewing and watching Spanish Novelas.  She was a loving mother and grandmother who valued family and her faith.  She is survived by her son Michael, daughter Elizabeth, daughter-in-law Sylvia, grandson Adam, and granddaughter Elexis.  She was preceded in death by her husband Alex and...

37, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away March 17, 2016. Seth was born November 20, 1978 in Sanford, FL to Mikel and Christina Watson. Seth came to Arizona in 1997 and worked at Wendy’s for 15 years. He loved watching sports, playing video games and listening to music. He is preceded in death by his brother Caleb. Seth is survived by...

Surrounded by those who loved her Mary was called home on March 21, 2016.  She was born January 19, 1936 in Phoenix, AZ. She is survived by her husband, Tom, to whom she was married to for 60 wonderful years.  She also is survived by four children, Suzanne (David), Tommy (Eugenia), Ron (Jill), Art (Gina), 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.   ...