Obituaries
Jane Kirkpatrick
Oct 24, 2023
Marsha Jane Kirkpatrick was the first child born to Marvin J. Kirkpatrick and Mary Louise Kirkpatrick. She was born in Phoenix, Arizona. Jane attended North High School and started her family here. Her first born was Jason and then a daughter Angie.
Jane was a loving mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt. She was a blessing to her mom.
Jane...
Marline Rimando Diaz Holland
Oct 23, 2023
We regretfully announce the passing of Marline Rimando Diaz Holland, age 77, of Scottsdale, Arizona, on October 23, 2023. Marline was surrounded by her family and passed away peacefully.
Born in Baguio City, Philippines, to Antonio Diaz and Maria Rimando, she was one of seven children. Quick to laugh and sing, she was also joyful in her dancing. As a...
Teresa Ann Lopez
Oct 22, 2023
To know Teresa Ann Lopez was to know and feel unconditional love, unwavering loyalty, and abundant kindness.
Teresa was born September 4, 1943, in San Francisco to Leandro “Daddy” Yoldi and Mary Moler. The family eventually moved to Phoenix where her father owned Franco American Bakery. Teresa was very proud to share that her father made the “best French bread...
Mildred "Millie" Butcher
Oct 21, 2023
Our dear Mother, Mildred “Millie” Louise (Cade) Butcher (85) passed away October 21, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona surrounded by her loving family.
Born March 25, 1938 in Johnson City, Tennessee to Hubert Fred & Lottie (Tyree) Cade. She had five siblings, Stella, Mary, Mabel, Thelma, and one brother, Bill. All have preceded her in death. She was the youngest...
Tassie Ladas
Oct 20, 2023
Tassie Ladas was born on July 24, 1926 in Bisbee, Arizona. She was the proud daughter of Greek immigrants and part of one of the first Greek families in the state of Arizona with her father arriving to Bisbee in 1917, a mere 5 years after Arizona achieved statehood. She passed away in the early morning of October 20th, 2023,...
Kathleen Marie (Sweeney) Nageotte
Oct 19, 2023
Kathleen Marie (Sweeney) Nageotte, an awe-inspiring mother who raised nine children, made homes for her family in four states, and rejoiced in her Irish-American heritage and Roman Catholic faith, died Oct. 19, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was 96. Her loved ones are comforted by the knowledge that she has been reunited with and is dancing again with her husband...
James Gary Caggiano
Oct 18, 2023
James Gary Caggiano of Phoenix, went to be with the Lord on October 18, 2023. He will be sorely missed by his wife Nancy, his children Yvonne Patterson (Mike), Michelle Feno (Phil), Renee Caggiano, Marie Bias (Joe), Michelangelo Caggiano (Kristi), brother Doug Fields, sister Diane Fields, children by marriage Jonathan Snider (Donna), Lorraine Scorza (Jim) and their families. He...
Robert John Hackett
Oct 17, 2023
From February 6, 1943 to October 17, 2023, Robert John Hackett lived life putting the needs of others first. His legacy of kindness lives on in the hearts of his friends and family.
Bob was born in New York City and grew up in Waldwick, New Jersey. He served as an altar boy in his youth and...
Robert "Bob" D. Hurt, DDS
Oct 14, 2023
Robert “Bob” David Hurt, DDS, 86, died on Saturday, October 14, 2023 in Phoenix. He was born February 23, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Russell and Mabel (Brasche) Hurt. After attending Redwood City HS, CA, and the University of Washington, Bob graduated from Seton Hall School of Dentistry, NJ, at the top of his class. While serving his country in...
John Wayne Adams
Oct 13, 2023
John Wayne Adams went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 13th, 2023 in Gilbert, AZ.John was born on October 8th, 1938 in Winston-Salem, Forsyth, NC. In 1957 he graduated withhonors from Griffith High School, NC then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. That sameyear, he joined the United States Air Force. With exceptional skills and dedication...
Margaret Irene Jaeger
Oct 10, 2023
Margaret Irene Jaeger, born on September 6, 1943, peacefully passed away on October 10, 2023, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Margaret is survived by son Les (daughter in law, Jennifer); and her loving grandson Bennett. To honor the memory of Margaret Irene Jaeger, a Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on November 9, 2023, at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home...
David H. Vandervoort
Oct 9, 2023
Paradise Valley, Arizona- David (Dave) Vandervoort, 89, of Paradise Valley, went to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 09, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Texas to Henry Carl Vandervoort senior and Velma Vandervoort. At 14, he learned to fly a tail dragger and was a distinguished varsity Panther golfer at Paschal High who caddied for...
M.D. Robert Arnold Klein
Oct 9, 2023
Charles and Frances Klein, along with his big brother Russ, welcomed Robert Arnold Klein to the world on June 20, 1951. He had three brothers, Denny, Kenny and baby boy Klein, who passed away due to Rh factor incompatibility. Bob was the first baby in Denver to survive a total blood transfusion.His childhood memories were endless, and he enthusiastically shared...
Frank Soza Rodriguez Jr
Sep 30, 2023
Frank Soza Rodriguez, 79, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on September 30, 2023. Born in Tempe, he was one of the founding five families of Tempe, AZ with deep Arizona roots back to 1743. Frank was a cherished son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend.
Educated at Phoenix Union High School, Frank left school early to serve in the U.S. Army...
Sean Robert Pina Howard
Jul 17, 2023
In Loving Memory of Sean Robert Pina HowardSean Robert Pina Howard, age 23, was born on March 31st, 2000, and peacefully departed from this world on July 17, 2023, after a valiant 6-year battle against Synovial Sarcoma Cancer.Sean’s vibrant spirit and ability to boldly express his love to others touched the hearts of all who knew him. Sean had a...
Andrew Low
Jun 12, 2023
Andrew Low was born in Phoenix, AZ on November 3, 1952. He passed away June 12, 2023. He attended St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School and graduated from Camelback High School in 1971. Andrew lived most of his life in Phoenix and spent time in Flagstaff and the White Mountains where he loved to downhill ski.
Andrew was a jack of...
Jodie Donahue England
Jan 11, 2023
"She filled our lives with love, joy and laughter."
Jodie was laid to rest on September 21st in Anderson Memorial Park in Indiana. A celebration of her life was held with her family in Tennessee.
When we hear the words of Jesus' sermon on the mount in Matthew 5, we are reminded of Josie: gentle in spirit, a peacemaker, one...
Nile & Diane McLeran
Jan 1, 2023
In Loving Memory of Nile and Diane McLeranA joint memorial service will be held on November 22, 2023, at 10 AM at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, Iowa to honor and celebrate the lives of Nile and Diane McLeran.Nile Clark McLeran (11/26/39 – 11/23/2021) was born in Chicago, Illinois and Diane Kay (Quigley) McLeran (8/21/1942 – 6/17/2023) was born...
Marilyn "Mare" Sue Propstra
Nov 30, 2022
Marilyn “Mare” Sue Propstra, 71, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on November 30, 2022 after a long illness.Marilyn was born on June 1, 1951 to Jack and Suzanne Propstra. She grew up in Arcadia with her older siblings Diane and John and their many friends. Friends and family were an enormously important part of Marilyn’s life from her early years...
Ronald Wayne Sanders
Nov 16, 2022
Ronald Wayne Sanders, 88 of Phoenix, peacefully passed at home in hospice care, to join his wife Barbara Jean Doherty-Sanders and two sons, Richard Warren and Robert William, in heaven on a beautiful, sunny morning with his oldest son Randy and granddaughter, Melissa, by his side on November 11, 2022. ”Wayne” was born on July 10, 1934 to parents Rolla Warren...