Obituaries

Nicholas “Nick” Dominick Napolitano, 86, passed quietly in the late evening hours of June 4th, 2016, with family members by his side in Phoenix, AZ. Nick fought many cancers and diseases using every ounce of his energy to remain in this world with the love of his life and bride of 66 years, Angie.Born and raised in Queens, New York,...

95, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully at home on June 3, 2016. He led an adventurous life as an outdoorsman and photo journalist. Dale said many times, “I never worked a day in my life.” because he loved his career. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.

Alvin A. Graves Jr., passed away on May 31, 2016 in Mesa, AZ at the age 91. Al was the oldest of seven children, born Dec. 7, 1924, to Alvin and Pauline Graves in Kokomo, Indiana. He moved to Phoenix with his family at the age of 3. The family farmed where Sky Harbor Airport is now located. He served...

Ann L. McCutcheon was called into eternal life on June 1, 2016.  She passed away peacefully in her home in Phoenix, AZ.  Ann was born on August 11, 1932 in New York City and grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts.  She was a graduate of the High School of Commerce in Springfield.  Ann enjoyed living the majority of her adult life...

AnthonyC. Martinez, 90 years old, who resided in Paradise Valley, AZ passed away June 1st, 2016.  Tony went to be with our Lord.  Tony was born in El Paso, Texas and raised in Arizona.  It was in Winslow, AZ where he met the love of his life, Dolores.  They have 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Tony served...

Karen D. Hays was born in Phoenix, Arizona on February 11, 1967.  She died May 13, 2016 in Bremerton, Washington at Lions Park. That night, a magnificent sunset shone on the shore where her light left this world. Karen is survived by her life partner of 20 years, Patrick “Mike” Griffith, who described Karen as the, “Perfect Woman, Best Friend...

Beatrice Carle Schwab, 91, died on Thursday, April 7, 2016 in Scottsdale, Arizona. She was born on December 31, 1924 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert Henry and Josephine Georgia (Fischer) Carle.During her 91 years she lived a life dedicated to service to others that was as remarkable as it was exemplary.At a young age Bea was appointed head nurse of...

Mary L Hook, 80,of Phoenix, AZ, passed away Saturday May 28th, 2016. Mary was born August 5, 1935 in Wolfe City, Texas. Mary moved to Phoenix in 1964 and lived with her husband of 47 years John (Jack) Hook and their 7 children. She was a homemaker and active member of her church. Mary and Jack had a passion for...

Earl (Dan’l) Edward Boone of Tempe Arizona went home to our Lord on May 23rd, 2016 at the age of 92.  Dan’l was born in Sullivan, Indiana to Joseph and Nancy Boone, was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Veva Boone and is survived by his daughter Cheri Pittman, 3 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. Dan’l...

Bollard, Gail L.Gail, born June 3, 1957 in Atlanta, GA died May 19, 2016 in Phoenix, AZ. She was a wonderful, loving wife, mother, sister and friend. Survived by Husband Don, Daughter Jennifer (Peter), Son Matthew, Grandsons Josh and Chris, Sisters Susan and Lisa, Brothers Jay and Les and other family and friends both east and west. She was a...

Dr. Margaret Elizabeth Marshall, born Margaret Elizabeth Blankenship on February 12th, 1935, made her final ascension to Heaven on May 22, 2016. She surpassed in death her parents, Glenn Buck Blankenship and Blanche Blankenship, brother Buck Blankenship, sister Mary Hewitt and nephew Warner Blankenship. She was survived by her daughter, Diane Hickman, her son, John Hickman, grandson’s Bryan Buffaloe, Michael...

85, of Phoenix, was born December 9, 1930 in Canton, China and died May 21, 2016 in Phoenix, AZ. Dave came to the Valley as young boy in 1938 and lived in Phoenix for the rest of his life. He graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1952. Dave served in the US Army from 1952-54. Dave was an active...

Gary has entered the Kingdom of Heaven to be with his Father, Mother and Brothers on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. He was born in Phoenix, AZ September 29, 1954. Gary made Phoenix his home all his life. Gary worked in the family business, Vernon’s Pest Services, for many years. He left employment because of some illnesses, which would later take...

Stephen S. Ash, distinguished attorney, has announced his retirement and is using his frequent flyer miles to take an out of this world, first class trip. He is going where the miles don’t expire and he can continue his many world travels wining and dining in only the best five star restaurants in the Heavens. As a Ferrari owner and...

Jennifer Elise Basha, 42, passed away May 13, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Andrew “Ike” Basha and their children Annelyse and Julia, her father, Ellison Stormy Herro MD, and siblings Kristi Mussallem (James), Ann Marie Hannoun (Dan), Frederick Herro MD, and Anthony Herro DDS (Cecelia). She is preceded in death by her mother, Georgette Herro.While...

84, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on May 15, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Connie was born in Detroit, Michigan. She moved to Phoenix when she was 9 years old. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1950 and later graduated from Phoenix College. She married Ronald Zardus in 1950. She was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker....

91, of Buckeye, Arizona, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2016, surrounded by her family. Mary was the owner and operator of the Saba’s Department Store in Buckeye, Arizona. She assumed ownership and operation of the store after her husband’s death in 1996. She is preceded in death by her husband Morris and daughter Mary Lynn. She is survived by...

On May 11, 2016, Emma Maria Nieto De La Cruz, 81 years old, returned home to our Lord. Emma grew up in Phoenix, AZ and was part of a large family. She was a very loving and compassionate woman with a great sense of humor. She will be truly missed, but we are at peace knowing she is with our...

Richard “Dick” N. Romano, passed away on May 13, 2016, at the age of 88 in Phoenix, Arizona.Born on May 30, 1927, to Emil and Mary Romano in Clifton, New Jersey, he served in the Navy during World Word II and then attended the Radio Electronics Institute in Philadelphia. He married Vivian (Amico) Romano of Clifton, New Jersey, in 1950...

Lucille Jackson Myers, age 107, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2016. She was born on December 15, 1908 in Riverside, Warren County, KY, to Alonzo “Lonnie” Benjamin and Effie Rue Young. She was the eighth of nine children. She was proud that she was the first woman in her family to get a college degree. She taught 1-8 grades in...