Obituaries

90 of Phoenix, passed away March 31, 2014 at home surrounded by loved ones.  Philip is survived by his wife Soledad, of 66 years, daughter Gina, son Greg (Kristi), grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his oldest son, Philip, Jr. and daughter Audra. Philip served in World War II, storming the beach at Normandy and earned two...

Gracie Michelle Hernandez was born in Phoenix, AZ on March 1, 2014 and departed on March 29, 2014. “Dearest Gracie, please know that our greatest blessing was having you.” Heaven’s gain was our loss when our angel was called by our Lord. She is being greeted in Heaven by her grandpas Edward Sanchez, Rafael Hernandez and all her great grandparents....

was born on August 21, 1948 in Luverne, Minnesota and was called to enter eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 29th, 2014.  Donald William Jansen will be reunited with his parents William John Jansen and Florence Catherine Jansen who preceded him in death in 1982 and 1999 respectfully.  Donald Jansen is survived by his loving...

95, went to be with our heavenly father, on March 26, 2014.  He was preceded in death by his wife Mercy of 63 years and daughter Mary Bernice.  He is survived by his daughters Margaret (Charles) Garcia, Gloria (Raul) Tapia, Anna (Jerry) Barclay, Elizabeth (Ray) Toscano, 2 grandchildren Tony and Lauren and 3 great-grandchildren Nash, Cameron and Liam.  Visitation will...

Patsy Loraine Gomez, 69 (World’s Most Devoted Grandma) was called to return to our Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 22, 2014.  Patsy was born in Morenci, AZ on August 30, 1944, and she moved to Phoenix as a young child.  Patsy was an energetic woman who loved to laugh and was always full of life and love.  She was very...

On Sunday, March 23rd, 2014, the brightness of this world was dimmed.  Dorothy Esther Germaine, age 95, moved on to her abode in heaven as she joined her husband Raymond Sr. and her firstborn daughter Mary who passed shortly after childbirth. Dorothy passed away at Serenity Hospice in Phoenix, Arizona, with her family by her side.Dorothy was born January 23rd,...

75, born December 15, 1938 in Tolleson, AZ to Thomas and Ramona Waddell.  Cathy passed peacefully at home in Phoenix, AZ.  She is survived by her husband of 47 years Frank S. Lucero, three daughters: Elizabeth Saliba, Jo Anne Zaffina and Bonnie Dovorak, four sisters, two brothers and seven step children.  Beloved grandmother to twenty-one grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren.  She...

On Sunday, March 23rd, 2014, the brightness of this world was dimmed.  Dorothy Esther Germaine, age 95, moved on to her abode in heaven as she joined her husband Raymond Sr. and her firstborn daughter Mary who passed shortly after childbirth. Dorothy passed away at Serenity Hospice in Phoenix, Arizona, with her family by her side.Dorothy was born January 23rd,...

James M. McGrath died peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2014, at Huger Mercy Living Center in Phoenix where he had resided for the last six years.   Jim was born November 15, 1924, in Muskogee, Oklahoma to James Perry McGrath and Selma Going.Jim was a B24 Pilot for the Army Air Corp and was very proud of his service as a...

Ronald Slack of Phoenix passed away March 22, 2014 at the age of 76.  Born to John and Ruby Slack in Detroit, Michigan.  He attended Miami High School and later Phoenix College.  He and wife, Jeannette Slack were married for 33 years.  Ron worked in the furniture and office supply business and retired in 2010.  He’s survived by his wife...

Robert Ross Bugh Sr., 71, of Phoenix, Arizona passed peacefully from this Earth into the hands of God Tuesday, March 18that Scottsdale Healthcare-Osborn.  He was surrounded by his wife, Margie, family and friends. Bobby is survived by his wife of 50 years, Margie; children Cathline Bugh Barreras, Michelle Bugh Doherty (John), Robert Ross Bugh Jr. (Staci); grandchildren Sabrina Williams (Jake),...

Raphael Francis Baumann, 88, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed peacefully to eternal life on Wednesday, March 19, 2014.  Born to Alvin J. and Margaret T. Baumann in the tiny farming community of Maplewood, Door County, Wisconsin on April 22, 1925, “Ray” graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1945 and shortly thereafter was commissioned an officer...

Reverend John J. Hanley, Roman Catholic Priest, diedpeacefully on March 20, 2014.  Born on  December 9, 1925 in San Francisco, California, Father John entered the Society of Jesus on February 17, 1943 and was ordained on June 15, 1956.  With his strong love of academics, he was a teacher and high school administrator for St. Ignatius High School in San...

Peter A. Rivera passed peacefully Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at the age of 83 in Chandler, Arizona. Preceded in death by Eva, his wife of 55 years. Beloved father of Peter Jr.(Barbara) , Ralph (Liz), and Cathy McAllester. Survived by many loving grandchildren: Gus, Amy, Grace, Sam, Christine, Alex, Michael, and one great granddaughter, Adena. He is also survived by...

Art Cañez, Sr. (Tudy) was born on September 23, 1953 in Phoenix, AZ and suddenly passed away on March 12, 2014.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Armida, his sisters, Marylou and Arthmisa, and his son, Art Jr. (Doobie).  He is survived by his daughters, Annette and Courtney, his son, Kevin, his sisters, Lena, Eva, Josie,...

William “Bill” Eugene Whitcher from Surprise, Arizona, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at the age of 70. He was born on June 26, 1943, in Santa Monica, California and was the eldest son of Francis and Ruth Whitcher. Bill attended St. Gregory’s Grammar School, Brophy College Prep, Loyola University in Los Angeles and earned a Master’s Degree in...

Mary M. Lopez passed away on March 14, 2014 at age 96. Services will be held on March 22 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. The services will include a Visitation from 11:00-12:00, Funeral Mass beginning at 12:00 PM and a burial to follow at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery.

of Phoenix, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at the age of 78.  She was surrounded by her family.  Preceded in death by her loving parents, Frank and Helen Murrietta, beloved brother Frankie A. Murrietta and brother in law Henry O. Santana.  She is survived by her devoted sister Alice M. Santana, brother Oscar Murrietta and sister in law...

Isabel Calles, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, went to be with her heavenly father on March 9, 2014.  Born on January 28, 1932, in Morenci, Arizona.   Isabel grew up in Morenci, and moved to California in 1950.  While there she worked for the phone company as a phone operator till she met Louis, her lifelong love.  They...

Wallace A. Reed, M.D. died on Friday, March 7, 2014 at the age of 97. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Maria. Dr. Reed was born in Covina, California and became a physician like his father and grandfather before him. He retired from anesthesiology in 1989 after a 45-year career.Dr. Reed’s career of service...