Obituaries

Obituaries

James P. Moriarity

James P. Moriarity

Nov 16, 2023

James Paul Moriarty, “Jim”, 60, a resident of the Gaston community, died Thursday, November 16, 2023, at OHSU in Portland.  Private Cremation Rites, Hoyt Crematory, Forest Grove, Oregon.

JAMES PAUL MORIARITY was born February 5, 1963, in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of the late Philip Moriarity and Diane (Parent) Schardt. He was raised and received his education in the Phoenix community....

Daniel Samuel Grossman

Daniel Samuel Grossman

Nov 16, 2023

Our beloved dad, brother, “Papa,” uncle, cousin, and dear friend Daniel Grossman lost his courageous battle with cancer on November 16, 2023. Danny was a long-time resident of Cedarburg, Wisconsin. He enjoyed retirement in the Saddlebrooke Community of Tucson and recently the Clarendale Community of Phoenix, Arizona.

Danny was born in New York City on July 21, 1946. His parents...

Rodney Brown

Rodney Brown

Nov 16, 2023

Rodney Brown was named Roderick Allen Brown when he was born on December 9, 1958, 7 lbs. and 9 oz. He grew into this wonderful human being I called my Son. He has three Brothers Kenneth Brown, Jr. (older) and Keith  & Tracy Brown (younger).

He attended William T. Machan grade school and went to North Phoenix High School.  He...

Pauline Rollman

Pauline Rollman

Nov 16, 2023

Pauline Rollman, 90, of Phoenix, AZ died on November 16, 2023 due to complications of a long journey with Dementia. Pauline was born in Greenwich Township, PA and was the dearly loved wife of George Rollman for 63 years until George’s death. She served in the critical role of a military wife, supporting George in his Air Force career, raising...

Norma Kelly

Norma Kelly

Nov 14, 2023

Norma Lee Hannas Kelly, 96, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023 at the Hospice of the Valley, Ryan House, after a heart attack a few months earlier.  Norma was born on April 18, 1927 in Wildwood, Florida.  She was one of four girls born to Guy W. Hannas and Corabel (Cheshire) Hannas.  After her birth, her family moved to...

James A. Fauci

James A. Fauci

Nov 13, 2023

James A. Fauci, 90, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family on November 13, 2023. James was born in Chicago in 1933. He moved to Phoenix in the 50’s. After serving in the Army, he met and married Dortha Lee Franklin. They were married for 60 years and had four children Angelo, Vincent, Daniel and Laura.

He started...

Carlos John Sanchez

Carlos John Sanchez

Nov 13, 2023

Phoenix - Carlos "Curly" J. Sanchez, age 92 passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023 with his family at his side. He was born on July 12, 1931 in Superior, AZ but was raised in Phoenix, AZ.

Carlos was preceded in death by his parents, Gumercindo and Marianne, his ex wife, Emmaand his son Marcus. He was a devoted and...

Patricia Hoyt Gunther

Patricia Hoyt Gunther

Nov 10, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Ann Hoyt Gunther was born May 10, 1931, to Donald and Grace Hoyt in Chicago, Il.  She was the oldest daughter of Donald and Grace Hoyt.   Preceding her in death are her parents Donald and Grace Hoyt, her husband James Gunther, her younger sister Donna Grace Hoyt Klein Crusan, her son James Bradley Gunther, and her granddaughter...

Ruby Gonzales

Ruby Gonzales

Nov 9, 2023

Ruby Gonzales, 88, of Phoenix, a devoted wife and retired schoolteacher, died November 9, 2023, in Scottsdale, AZ.  She was born October 14, 1935, in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, to Pete Antonio Lovato and Ruth O. Lovato as the eldest daughter of 17 children. Known as the sweetest, most selfless and giving person, Mrs. Gonzales is survived by her husband of...

Gary Allen Gardner

Gary Allen Gardner

Nov 9, 2023

In Loving Memory of Gary A. Gardner (1951 – 2023)

Gary A. Gardner, aged 72, born in Kingman, Arizona passed away peacefully on November 9th in Phoenix, Arizona after a brave battle with Alzheimer's disease over the last four years. He touched the hearts of many and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Gary is survived by...

Pedro "Pete" Chavez

Pedro "Pete" Chavez

Nov 6, 2023

Pedro “Pete” Chavez was born in St. John’s, Arizona on November 14, 1947. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on November 6th at 75 years old. He attended Phoenix Union High School. Pete worked for the City of Scottsdale for 35 years and went on to work for the Salt River Indian community for 12 years....

James "Jimmy Michael Cox

James "Jimmy Michael Cox

Nov 5, 2023

James “Jimmy” Michael Cox of Prescott Valley, Arizona died Sunday, November 5th following a brief illness.  He was predeceased by his father, Donald Keith Cox, Sr, whom he adored, by only 5 months.  He is survived by his mother, Catherine Helen Cox, brothers, Donald (Sarah), Bill (Cindy), Alan, Mark (Lisa), and sister, Kathleen Cull (Tim).  Also left behind to mourn...

Jose Geremias Peguero

Jose Geremias Peguero

Nov 3, 2023

José Geremias Peguero passed away unexpectedly on November 3, 2023 at the age of 58.

Our family and close friends are devastated by this immense loss and he will be forever missed.  He was born with a natural agility and great strength. He was protective of those he loved and he captivated the spotlight and the hearts of many effortlessly. 

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Joanne Ryan Perry

Joanne Ryan Perry

Nov 3, 2023

Joanne Ryan Perry, granddaughter of Arizona pioneers, passed away in Houston, Texas on November 3, 2023. Joanne, daughter of William A. and Edith Watkins Ryan, was born August 7, 1930 in Phoenix. A graduate of Phoenix Union High School, Phoenix College, and Arizona State University; she taught at Washington Elementary School in Phoenix for thirty-five years.

Joanne was the baby...

Leonard "Lenny" Campanell

Leonard "Lenny" Campanell

Nov 3, 2023

Leonard “Lenny” Campanell, 75, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023. Born in Hazleton, PA.  He was the son of the late Leonard and Catherine Scarcella Campanell. Lenny was a graduate of Hazleton High School and Empire beauty school.  He was a barber for many years.  He was beloved by all his clients, who will miss him...

Louis Platt Benedict

Louis Platt Benedict

Oct 27, 2023

 

Louis Platt Benedict passed away peacefully in his home on October 27, 2023, at 91 years old. Louis was born on August 16, 1932, in Jerome, Arizona. His father’s mining job took the family to Lynchburg, Virginia where he spent his elementary and early high school years. Louis joined his mother and father across the globe in Johannesburg, South...

Eduardo Francisco Ramirez

Eduardo Francisco Ramirez

Oct 27, 2023

Eddie F. Ramirez “Papa” peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the age of 86.  He was born on October 4, 1937 and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Eddie was the youngest of his siblings and was preceded in death by his parents Eduardo M. and Petra Ruiz Ramirez; brother Robert (Chris); sisters...

Anthony N. Beltran

Anthony N. Beltran

Oct 27, 2023

Anthony Natalicio Beltran, 85 of Phoenix, AZ passed away peacefully on October 27, 2023 surrounded by his beloved family.

Lovingly known as Tony, Chuma or Tata; he was preceded in death by his father, Natalicio, his mother, Mary, and sister Margaret (Peggy) Draime. He leaves behind his loving wife Patricia (Patsy); and his children Geri, Berni DeLeon (Jesse), Albert, Cathy...

Edith Alta Marsh

Edith Alta Marsh

Oct 27, 2023

 

Edith Alta Marsh died peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2023, in Tucson, Arizona. 

Edith Marsh was born July 26, 1927, in Minot, North Dakota, to Ed and Martha Tuftedal. She grew up in Wild Rose, North Dakota, and Crosby, North Dakota, graduating from Crosby High School in 1944. 

Edith attended St. Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota, graduating with a Bachelor...

Melchor Marques Uria

Melchor Marques Uria

Oct 24, 2023

Melchor Marques Uria passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 24, 2023 at the age of 90. He was born on June 5, 1933 in León, Spain. He was the oldest son preceded in death by his parents Melchor Marques and Jobita Uria; Pilar Marques (sister); Angel Marques (brother).

Melchor Marques was loved and respected by all who knew...