Obituaries

Lenore Gertrude Briggs, née Mitchell, and known to many as simply Mom, passed away at her home in Phoenix, Arizona on April 11th2015. She is survived by six children Meredith, Ross, André, Meryl, Andrea, and Anthony, as well as her sisters, Sybil, Cynthia, Olivia, and Nerissa, her brothers, Ron, Raphael, Desmond, Martin and Anthony, along with nine grandchildren including, Francine,...

With love beside him, Patrick W. Singer ended his battle with cancer on April 13, 2015, at the age of 45. Born in Nuremberg, Germany to Gary and Ellen Singer, Pat resided in Phoenix since he was 7 months old. Pat worked for the Kent Companies of Texas for over 25 years and part of their race team for 10...

Michael Santee, age 36, of Chandler, Arizona passed away on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015 unexpectedly from a stroke caused by an undiagnosed brain tumor. Michael is survived by his mother, Alice Santee and his father, Mark Santee and stepmother, Betty Santee, his brother, Mark Santee Jr., and nieces: Amber Lee, Alisha, and Ashley, as well as his aunts, uncles, and...

passed away April 7, 2015 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 86. Jim was born on January 27, 1929, the youngest child of Edward and Alice Marshall. Jim’s parents came to Arizona in 1905 and 1919 respectively. He was predeceased by his siblings Edward A. Marshall (Pete) and Wendy Marshall Koch.A devoted family man and beloved friend,...

born October 25, 1935, passed away March 31, 2015. Nina was born in Naples, Italy and chose to live in a convent from age 10-14. She left the convent to take care of her step sister and then met Pasquale Carino and married him and had three children, Salvatore, Elena, and Pina. Salvatore passed away 2 weeks after birth. Elena...

In Loving Memory Of Mary Beth Byrd Mary passed away March 26, 2015, she was 65 years old.  Mary leaves behind a legacy of great length, which included 6 children, 22 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.  Anyone that knew Mary knew her to always taking care of someone.  She had a heart of gold, she was always in our corner...

99, of Phoenix, AZ passed away April 3, 2015. She was born to Albert Muehlig and Bertha Trask October 1915 in Los Angeles, CA. Mother married Robert Lewis Parker, Sr. April 1942 and they raised two sons, Bob (Susan) and Mike Parker, had six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was very proud of her family. We spent quality time on...

87, died Friday, March 27th at the Serenity Hospice surrounded by her loving family.  Jean was born June 10, 1927 to Willard Arthur Wright, M.D. and Hazel Wane Irons Wright in Winnipeg, Canada.  She grew up in Williston, North Dakota with her sister Patricia “Bubby” and brother David.  In high school, Jean met the love of her life in band...

Mary Martha Prince, 73, a native of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away March 30th, 2015. She was born on January 28th, 1942 to John F. Prince, Ph.D, and Margaret Ovens Prince. Mary Martha attended St. Gregory’s Elementary School and Xavier College Preparatory. She was a graduate of Phoenix College where she was a member of Kappa Delta Nu Sorority and Honor...

86, died April 2, 2015, Holy Thursday, surrounded by her loving family and the prayers of many. Born November 8, 1928, she was the daughter of Rosario and Lena Scheri. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her loving husband of 45 years, Antonio Canepa, a dear son Nick and a loving and close sister Connie Duca. Born...

72, of Phoenix, passed on April 1, 2015 at 8:45 PM. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 10, 1943 to John and Victoria Tsevdos. She was the wife of Thomas A. Giatron and is survived by her son Thomas G. Giatron. Visitation was Monday, April 6, 2015 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. Her Funeral Service is today,...

Keith Joseph Tuttle left us suddenly and unexpectedly in the early morning hours of Friday, April 3, 2015 in Phoenix, AZ. He was 36 years old.Keith was born October 31, 1978 in Gallup, NM. He was the eldest child, and only son, of Ken and Betty Tuttle of Phoenix, AZ. Keith was an extremely loving, dedicated husband and father, an...

Violet Marie Barnes was born October 15, 1917 in Swanton, Ohio. Her parents were Albert (Bert) and Nora Walters. Her mother, Nora, was a widow. She and Bert were both 32 when they married. Violet had two older half-brothers along with her four brothers. Harley, Ray, Voyle (her twin) and Albert (Ross). She grew up on a farm. She suffered...

79, passed away on March 31, 2015.  Nina Carino was born October 25, 1935 in Naples, Italy on October 25, 1935 and chose to live in a convent from age 10 – 14.  she left the convent to take care of her step sister and then met Pasquale Carino and married him and had three children, Salvatore, Elena, and Pina. ...

Jesus Cano was greeted at Heaven’s gates on April 2, 2015 and was reunited with his sister Estela Navarro (Fred). Jesus was born in Deming, New Mexico on August 13, 1965. He is survived by his parents Jesus and Elena Cano, his wife of 25 years Caroline, his children Jesus (Chachi) Cano III, and Mia Dee Trevino (Vince). Jesus also...

87, died Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 at the Terraces Senior Residences, surrounded by her loving family.Born to E.A. Marshall and Alice Lord Marshall on June 28th, 1927 in Phoenix, AZ.She attended Kenilworth Elementary School, Phoenix Union High School, Scripps College and the University of Arizona where she was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sororityShe was a member of...

Mary Anne Mazzone of Scottsdale passed away April 1, 2015.  Born December 10, 1926 in Akron, Ohio.  Mary moved to Phoenix in 1950, where she met the love of her life and married Vito Mazzone in 1951.  Mary was a talented artist of oil paintings.  She was a loving sister, mother, and grandmother.  She was preceded in death by her...

82, of Phoenix, passed away on April 3, 2015. He is survived by his wife Dee, of 49 years, son Dan and three granddaughters, Amy, Kiersten and Danielle. He is preceded in death by his father, mother, and sons Alvin and Greg. A funeral service is scheduled at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home,...

66, a native of Phoenix passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on March 26, 2015. Gloria was a beloved Wife, Mother, Nana, Sister, & Aunt. She enjoyed cooking and being a loving part of her growing family. She is survived by her husband of 46 years Jose, daughter Lisa (Mike) Updyke, son Joe, grandchildren Danielle, Nicolas, Maximus, Colton,...

Mona Cordner Pfordte, moved from the arms of her loving husband into the arms of her Savior on Wednesday, April 1, 2015.  She was born to Per and Matilda Hetland of Climax, Minnesota on Valentine’s Day, 1922.  As a nurse Mona earned the rank of Captain in the US Air Force after leaving the US Army as a Lieutenant.  She...