Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.   ...

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...

81, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away March 21, 2016. Father, husband, mentor and friend, Jim dedicated his life to helping others. Born in Mapleton, Iowa, Jim attended Northwestern University and the University of Chicago. He moved to Phoenix in 1984 with his wife Gindy to be closer to family and to enjoy the beautiful Arizona climate. Jim founded Myers Management...

Bud passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 18, 2016 just a few days after his 98th birthday.  Bud was born March 7, 1918 in Barryton, Michigan, son of Frank Oscar and Ida Matilda Malmstone.  He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Thane, sisters Marion Malmstone and Emily Buss.  He is survived by his beloved wife...

Wil Gaughan, 91, of Phoenix, passed away March 18, 2016. He was born in Centralia, Kansas, the last of 11 kids, on September 8, 1924 to William and Florence Gaughan. Wil was raised on a farm and rode a blind horse to school every day with his twin brother Victor. He enjoyed school and was Student Body President. In 1944...

87, a longtime resident of Phoenix passed away peacefully on March 15, 2016 with her two sons at her side.She was born March 20, 1928 in Detroit Michigan. Antoinette earned her accounting degree in Michigan. After meeting the man of her dreams, Salvatore “Sam” Bulgarella, whom she was married to for 52 enjoyable years. Her family moved to Phoenix where...

84, of Phoenix, passed away on March 4, 2016. Dorothy Rae Smith “Dot” was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia on February 15, 1932. Dot enjoyed art and drawing and received awards for her artistic talent. She attended the University of North Carolina, graduating with a degree in graphic design and then took a job as a fashion illustrator for the...

92, of Glendale, AZ, passed away March 12, 2016. Donald was born April 4, 1923 to Earl and Lois Wilcox in Hudson, WI. He attended Hudson High School and served in the U.S. Army. Donald worked for Arizona Public Service and retired in 1982. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Betty Jo, son Raymond,...

59, of Prescott, AZ, passed away on March 12, 2016 from complications of laryngeal cancer. He was the son of Marianne and Fred Jones.Graham was born in Phoenix, Arizona on December 19, 1956. He attended Brophy College Prep, Fort Lewis College and the University of Arizona. His career in marketing, advertising and graphic arts moved him to the beach cities...

Dorothy Maguire Murphy, 99 of Phoenix died peacefully on March 11, 2016. She was born in Chicago, IL on May 28, 1916. Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Edmund P. Murphy. She is survived by daughter Mary Patricia Carney, son Rev. James Murphy daughter in law Phillis Quigley Murphy, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A Memorial...

It was exactly in the mid-Roaring 20s; January 20, 1924 to be exact, that a teeny baby girl was born to Will Livengood and his wife Burlie Shrum Livengood in the small town of Duncan, Stephens County, Oklahoma. They found that their newborn-baby was actually so teeny that she could fit in (and sleep) in a shoebox.  She was the...