Obituaries

Patricia (Pat/Patsy) Helen Tameron, beloved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away December 8, 2013 in Phoenix, AZ surrounded by her family at 80 years old. Patricia was born February 27, 1933 in Miami, AZ to Joseph and Jesse Fernandez. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Joe O. Tameron, their children; Joe (Kathy), Mark, Andrea,...

82, a native of Phoenix, Arizona was born July 14th, 1931.  He graduated from Phoenix Union High School.  Champi served in the United States Air Force and retired from the U.S. Post Officeafter 34 years.  Champi was a loving family man who enjoyed comedy, country music and was an enthusiastic sports fan.  One of his favorite sports was boxing and...

79, passed away December 3, 2013 in the Philippines.  Paul retired from the U.S. Post Office after a 20 year career. He spent 20 years in the U.S. Army and loved to volunteer at Christmas.  He is survived by his wife of 25 years Tina Watson, sister Marie Kohrs,  brother in law Leland Kohrs, nieces, nephews and a large extended...

We are saddened by the passing of our mother and grandmother, Elodia G. Urias, born on February 18, 1922 in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico and passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2013.  Elodia was the youngest of 10 children and was preceded in death by her son, Joe.  Elodia is survived by her son Bobby (Mary) Urias, daughter, Christina (Robert) Alvarado,...

Of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2013, just before her eighty first birthday which would have been on December 19, 2013.  Betty loved Kivel Manor where she resided for the past 2 years and she enjoyed visiting with several of the residents there.  Betty loved attending the Center for the Blind where she had most of her...

Emilio “Milo” Sandoval, 91, of Phoenix, AZ passed away Friday, December 6, 2013. He was born in Concho, AZ on April 3, 1922.Milo loved camping and enjoyed visiting with friends and family.  Milo was thoughtful, generous and kind to everyone he knew. He will be missed by his family every day. Milo is joining his beloved wife, Mary Sandoval; son,...

Forrest  Steiner , 87 passed away on December 6, 2013. He will be remembered for his incredible talent in designing and building several types of clocks and home furnishings. His master pieces: a small barn and a huge garage. He is preceded in death by sons Mike and Steve Steiner. Forrest is survived by his wife of 63 years Betty...

Dorothy (Dottie) Kida passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at the age of 87. She was born in Akron, Ohio on January 30, 1926 and married for 60 years to Anthony (Jack) Kida on April 11, 1953. Dottie was a loving wife and mother who was very devout in her Catholic faith. She was an...

Evelyn “de Dee” Leon was called home to be with the Lord Jesus on November 28, 2013 at the age of 92.  de Dee was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming on March 27, 1921.  She moved to the Valley when she was 11 years old, graduated from Phoenix Union High School and went on to attend art school in Detroit.  de...

Michael J. Narmi, 95, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2013.  He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.  Michael was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa on April 16, 1918.  He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a World War II veteran.  Mike was a dedicated U.S. Postal employee for many...

Medina, Joseph “Christopher”26, passed away on November 24, 2013 to be with our Heavenly Father, joined now also with the love of his life Patricia Castaneda.Survived by his father Chris Anaya and mother Mary Jane Medina,  his children Jalen and Darien Medina, brother Zachery Anaya, sister Salina Medina.  Grandmother’s Olivia Medina and Esther Anaya.  Grandfather Bobby Jaime.  Great-grandmother Emma Medina,...

Sally A. Cordova, 80, of Glendale, passed away November 28, 2013. She was born on June 18, 1933 in Litchfield, Az to Frank and Genevieve Aragon. Sally retired from Credit Data of Arizona. She is survived by her sons; Johan and Bryan de Ruiter, stepson Ray Cordova, 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 P.M. Wednesday,...

Castaneda, Patricia26, of Peoria, AZ passed away on November 24, 2013 in a tragic car accident.  Patricia was born in Panorama City, CA on July 15, 1987.Patricia’s love of her life, Joseph Chris Medina, sadly passed away in the same car accident.Patricia worked for Southwest Airlines and enjoyed spending time with her family.  She was a very loving, devoted and...

Tom Elias, 84, of Phoenix, passed away December 1,2013.  He was born on May 8, 1929 inRay-Sonora, Arizona.  He was one of sixchildren born to Richard and Edna Elias.Tom grew up in Phoenix, attending Emerson Grade School and graduating from North High School.  He served in theNational Guard and was a life-time member of the Elks Lodge.  He worked for...

Alfred “Fred” Felix, was born on September 10, 1927 in Ray, Sonora Arizona.  He died November 30, 2013 at the age of 86.  Fred retired at age 72 after an illustrious career of 59 years with Bashas’ Markets where he was a Senior Vice President.  Fred is survived by his wife of 39 years, Laurie Lindner Felix, two living sons,...

Lois E. Daudet, born January 29, 1919 in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on November 26th, surrounded by her family.  She was a loving wife to her husband, Howard, for 72 years.  She was a wonderful mother to her sons Gary and Jim and her daughter Carol Smith.  She also has a daughter-in-law Karen, a son-in-law Steven Smith, 3 grandchildren...

Eric “Cowboy” Olson passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the age of 55.  He is survived by his beloved Baby Girl – Barbara Brackett; son Shaun Olson (Buffy); daughter Ashley Olson; siblings Annette Olson (Steve); Mary Olson (Mitch); Everett Olson; Alice Haywood (Mike); Donald Olson (Cheryl); Yvonne Popovich; Lewis Olson (Gloria); cousin Levi Davison and grandchildren, nieces...

89, passed away on November 21, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Stephanie “Chita” was born on December 13, 1923 in Globe, AZ. In 1934 she moved to Phoenix. Stephanie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a wonderful cook, seamstress and enjoyed gardening. Stephanie is survived by her husband of 66 years, Juan F. Guerrero; children, Violet...

Gemma Oliva Ann Young and Abbigail Lorianne were born on January 5, 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona to Gregory Charles Young Jr. and Octavia Warren. Gemma earned her Angel Wings on November 19th, 2013.  Abbigail weighed in at four pounds two ounces while Gemma weighted in at two pounds one ounce.   Gemma spent the first month of her life in the...

“Irena Hrynewych, 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 17, 2013. She was born in Ukraine as the fourth of seven children on March 1, 1921 and moved to Phoenix in the 60’s. Irena strongly supported Ukrainian Independence as well as the local Ukrainian organizations. She was preceded in death by her first husband Stefan Masnyj and her...