Obituaries

Dec 15, 2024

Paul Mullins passed away on Sunday, December 15 after a brief illness. Preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Mary Dixson (Mullins) and his sister Mary Jeanne Steers. He will be missed by his brothers Marshall (Diane) Mullins of Fairview, NC and Matt Mullins of Windham, OH, and sisters Rebecca Caufield of Ann Arbor, MI, and Rachel (Rick) Mathew...

Dec 13, 2024

Loving wife, sister, daughter, friend, and grandma, Sarah Louise Timms passed away on December 13, 2024. A visitation will be held Wednesday, December 18 from 5 to 8 pm with funeral service at 11 am on Thursday, December 19 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E Indian School Road in Phoenix. Her service will be live streamed on Facebook. 

Sarah...

Dec 12, 2024

William Frederick Haug, 93, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on December 12, 2024, after a brief illness. A native Arizonan, Bill was born in 1931 in Globe to parents Paul and Alice Haug. Alice didn’t know she would give birth to twins, and Bill was the “bonus baby” born after his identical twin brother, John. The two boys...

Dec 11, 2024

Our hero, Cletus Donald Flanigan, age 90, went to his heavenly home on December 11, 2024. Cletus was born in Ecorse, Michigan to Cletus and Agnes Flanigan. When he was young, the family relocated to a farm in Algonac, Michigan. His fondest memories were living on the farm as a child and all the wild adventures he had with his...

Dec 9, 2024

Dec 9, 2024

Mindy Nicole Gambino, “Mimi” was born on May 1st 1986, and passed away peacefully on December 9th, 2024.

Mimi was the light of her family’s eyes and brought such joy and radiance to everyone and everywhere she blessed her presence with. 

Mindy attended grade school at St. Thomas the Apostle along with her two younger brothers Joey and Tommy. 

Her high school years...

Dec 9, 2024

Edward “Tee” Turner Baur, 78, of St. Louis, MO and Naples, FL, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on July 8, 1946, in St. Louis. Tee was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. He was the son of Andrew & Florence Baur and brother to Drew,...

Dec 7, 2024

Sandra Ann Gould, age 59, of Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully on December 7th 2024. Born on November 1st 1965 in Los Angeles, California, Sandra lived most of her life in Los Angeles, where she was known for her vibrant personality and deep love for her family. She worked as a legal clerk for many years and was beloved...

Dec 7, 2024

It is with our heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Caryn Ann-Marie Habetler. She lived a life surrounded by love, kindness, and an unbreakable devotion to her family. Born on June 13th 1952, Caryn grew up in Chicago, IL with her siblings Kurt, Diane, and Christine being raised by her loving parents Lisbeth & Richard...

Dec 6, 2024

Betty O’Melia of Phoenix, AZ passed away on December 6, 2024. She was born on June 26, 1948 in Vicksburg, MS to Marjorie and Harry Hawkins.

Betty loved life. She will live on in cherished memories, funny stories and in our hearts.

Betty saved her best efforts for what mattered most to her: her family, her friends and her God. She will...

Dec 5, 2024

Ryan Eric Vander Ark died on December 5, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1968, in Phoenix, Arizona. He spent most of his life in Arizona. He was a graduate of Valley Lutheran High School and Phoenix College. He worked in billing department for Falck, a medical transportation company. He was also actively involved in the Pioneers' Cemetery Association....

Dec 4, 2024

Mary Garcia's remarkable journey came to a peaceful close on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024. Born in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Mary's early years were shaped by the love and guidance of her mother and three older sisters. Her spirit, nurtured in these formative times, blossomed into a life rich with connections and joy.

Mary's legacy was carried forward by her...

Dec 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Adela O. Lerma

12/16/1939 – 12/04/2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Adela Ontiveros Lerma, on 12/04/2024. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Born on December 16, 1939 in Clint, TX, Adela grew up cherishing the values of hard work and compassion. She...

Dec 4, 2024

Albert Morris “Butch” Coury passed peacefully into eternal life on December 4, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family.

 Butch was born on March 31, 1944, in Mesa, Arizona, to Tony M. Coury, Sr., and Carmen Celaya Coury. He attended Queen of Peace Parochial School for 8 years, and then graduated from Mesa High School in 1962. Butch fondly recounted stories...

Dec 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Rhonda K. Alexander

Rhonda K. Alexander, a cherished mother, grandmother, and pillar of love and faith, peacefully transitioned surrounded by her devoted family. Her life was a beautiful testament to unwavering strength, boundless kindness, enduring patience, and unshakable hope. Rooted in her steadfast faith, she exemplified love and dedication to her family, friends, and community.

Born into a...

Nov 30, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Mary Eloise Jordan, announce her peaceful passing on November 30; her children, Michael and Janet, were at her side. 

The oldest of five children, Mary was born in Atlanta, Idaho to Bernard and Eloise Guenechea. Of Basque descent, Mary’s parents emigrated from Bilbao, Spain to start a new life in America choosing...

Nov 28, 2024

On the evening of, Thursday, November 28, 2024, Herminio Uria Marques passed away in Lubbock, Texas at the age of 84. He was born on March 29, 1940, to the late Melchor Marques and Jovita (Uria San Miguel) Marques in a peaceful part of Spain. Later in life on July 1, 1968, Herminio went on to marry Terry Rios in...

Nov 26, 2024

In loving memory of Phyllis Teresa Olson. Phyllis, 84, passed away peacefully on 11-26-24 with her children by her side in Chandler, AZ. Phyllis was born on September 14, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois to Sam and Carmella Sparano (nee Tosto). Phyllis was married in 1961 and was faithfully married for 61 years to Russell E. Olson who preceded her in...

Nov 25, 2024

Joe Montez Hernandez passed away on November 25, 2024, one day before his 98th birthday. He had a love for God and his family. When asked what was the secret of his long life, he would respond, “don’t worry about anything.” His calm demeanor made him successful in life. 

He was dedicated to the Catholic Church. He was active in sponsoring...

Nov 23, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Charlene Ann Sadik from Phoenix, Arizona, announce her peaceful passing on November 23, 2024, at the age of 80. She was born in Long Beach, California to Charles Gibbons and Bernadette Schantz.

She was a loving and devoted sister, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her son Brent (Dawn)...