Obituaries

Doris Esther Lewis passed away peacefully on February 16, 2016. Proceeded in death by her beloved husband Charles. C. Lewis, Sr., USAF. Born on October 13, 1934, Doris lived a rich and full life with great joy and appreciation. After raising her family she worked for Target Corp. for more than 20 years, retiring at age 78. She lived independently...

Christopher Andrew Ray, 41, passed into the arms of his Heavenly Father on February 8th, 2016. He was born to Oliver Michael Ray and Teresa Ann Ray on November 19, 1974, in Phoenix, Arizona. To family and friends, he was affectionately known as Andy. His smile was genuine, his heart was pure, and his soul touched you in a way...

Herbert Johnson Louis (Tim) was born April 22, 1928, to Henrietta Johnson and John Jeffry Louis in Evanston, Illinois, and passed away at his home in Paradise Valley, (February 16, 2016). He was the great-grandson of Samuel Curtis Johnson, founder of the SC Johnson & Son. He was known as an accomplished orthopedic surgeon, philanthropist, sportsman, Army veteran, mentor, husband,...

Prominent Phoenix trial lawyer, Terrence J. “Terry” McGillicuddy, passed away on February 14, 2016. Terry was born September 3, 1937 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the first son of Merlyn “M.J.” and Claire McGillicuddy. Terry is survived by his former wife, Glenda, his daughters Tara and Erin, his only granddaughter, Ashlyn, age 4, and his siblings, Marianne Alcott, Linda Hines, and...

Madonna Jean Compau passed away with grace while surrounded by all of her children and many other family members on February 13th, 2016 at the age of 81.Madonna wan born in 1934 and raised in Omaha, NE where she met her husband Richard while he was attending Dental School at Creighton University. They were soon married and moved to Phoenix,...

84, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 10th, 2016, surrounded by family. Born in Chicago, IL, the second of four children, Frank served in the Air Force on Guam during the Korean War in the early 50’s. After which, he moved to Phoenix, where he met and married the love of his life, Elsie. They were married 58...

Beatriz C. Jasso passed peacefully in the presence of her family on February 11, 2016 at the age of 102. Born in Falls City, Texas on October 8, 1913 to Gavino and Guadalupe R. Cardenas. This courageous and strong willed lady began raising her younger brothers (3) and sisters (3) at the age of 10. Her mother passed during child...

passed away of natural causes on Wednesday the 10th of February 2016 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 96. Mary Ann was born to George and Mary Gresock Uhron of Chambersville, Pennsylvania on September 17, 1919. She graduated from Indiana High School with the class of 1938. Mary Ann was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church of Phoenix,...

87, beloved Husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully with his daughter, Dolores Smales, and son, Ruben Valenzuela (Maria) by his side on February 9, 2016. Jose was preceded in death by his beautiful wife, Laura Leyva. He is survived by his stepchildren, Rose Soto (Charlie), Jesus Valenzuela, Charlie Valenzuela (Dolores), Dolores Smales, Ruben Valenzuela (Maria),...

Anthony “Tony” Oliverio passed away in his home on Friday, February 5, 2016. He would have been 100 years old on Tuesday, February 9, 2016.His wife, Lena Oliverio, passed away on January 4, 2009. They had been married for 69 years. He is preceded in death by his father Biagio (Bill), mother Rosa (Rose), 4 brothers Johnny , Billy, Frank...

Anthony “Tony” Oliverio passed away in his home on Friday, February 5, 2016. He would have been 100 years old on Tuesday, February 9, 2016His wife, Lena Oliverio, passed away on January 4, 2009. They had been married for 69 years. He is preceded in death by his father Biagio (Bill), mother Rosa Rose), 4 brothers Johnny , Billy, Frank...

Passed away peacefully on February 8, 2016 at the Gardens of Scottsdale, a senior living community. She was 91 years old.   She was born in Manhattan, New York on December 23, 1924 and moved to Brooklyn with her family when she was 11 years old. She attended Franklin K. Lane High School, Hefley and Brown Secretarial School, then worked for...

89, of Phoenix, AZ died February 5, 2016. Chris was born April 15th1926 in Chicago to George and Georgia Veremis. He graduated from Calumet High School in 1944, served in the U.S. Army from 1944-45, and studied at the University of Illinois from 1945-48. Married for 63 blessed years, Chris met his wife Dorothy on her birthday at a Church...

Born September 15, 1956, passed away unexpectedly on February 4, 2016. Surviving family include her loving husband, Craig, and children, Brian and Lauren, golden retriever, Max, sisters, Leigh Roepke and Paige (John) Julius, father, William Roepke, as well as nieces and nephews. Joy graduated from Moon Valley High School in 1974 and the University of Arizona in 1978. Joy was...

Veva Rose Boone of Tempe, Arizona went home to our Lord on February 2, 2016 at the age of 90.  Veva was born in North Manchester, Indiana to Glen and Ruby Sterzik and is survived by her loving husband Earl (Dan’l) Boone, of 70 years, daughter Cheri, 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be private.  The family...

Sheron Olsen Christensen passed away January 28, 2016 after a brave battle with cancer. Sheron was born March 18, 1936 in Brigham City, Utah to Roy Scott and Marjorie Laver Olsen. The hospital room was shared with another Brigham City resident, Fannie J. Christensen, who just happened to give birth to a baby boy that would grow to become a...

Magos, Eva BerrellezEva Berrellez Magos, beautiful & beloved wife, mother, and nana went home to our Lord on January 30, 2016. She is survived by her loving husband Daniel; daughters and sons, Anna and Sam Nunez, and Rebecca and Michael Lama; grandchildren, Eric, Amanda, and Maliyah. Eva was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. She attended Phoenix Union High School...

Dr. Carolyn Frances Gerster, a loving mother to her sons and a devoted wife, passed away quietly in her sleep during the early morning hours of Thursday, January 28th, 2016, at her home in Paradise Valley. Although not quite a native, Dr. Gerster was a long-time resident of Phoenix, who returned to the Valley to raise a family and build...

Janet Bowman Sparks passed away peacefully on January 29, 2016 after 71 wonderful years of life. Far too early. She was born in Ashville, North Carolina on August 30, 1944. She married James W. Sparks in 1965 and recently celebrated her 50thwedding anniversary – with the entire family in tow – on an amazing Alaskan Cruise. Despite her long and...

”Betty” Beatriz Acker Hernandez, 80, was called by our Lord Jesus Christ on January 28, 2016 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born June 27, 1935 in Mesa, AZ. She was preceded by her parents Ernest Acker and Theadora Othon (step father Manuel Olmos) and siblings Ernest, Frank, Hermina, Rosie, Ruby and son Daniel Hernandez. She is survived by her husband...