Obituaries

Ramon Mario Medina, 82 years old, our beloved Dad and Tata, born in Casa Grande, Arizona and passed away peacefully on September 5, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona.He is survived by his children Susan (David) Leech, Deborah (Mike) Martinez, Ramon “Mario” (Aimee) Medina Jr, Daniel (Soledad) Medina, grandchildren Sara, Brian, Aaron, Theresa, Joe, Christopher, Mario, Analisa, Guy, Layla, Danielle, Dominique and...

James (Jim) Joseph Dalgleish, 82 of Scottsdale passed away on September 4, 2021. Jim is survived by his daughter Stacey Dalgleish Fentress, son-in-law Travis Fentress, son Ken Dalgleish, daughter-in-law Patricia Ann Dalgleish, granddaughter Taylor Lauren Fentress, grandson Tyler Logan Fentress, granddaughter Kylie Paige Dalgleish, brother Robert Dalgleish, sister-in-law Sandy Dalgleish, sister Arlene Lively and brother-in-law Terry Lively. Jim is proceeded...

John Lawrence “Larry” Powers, 80, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 30, 2021. Larry is survived by Barbara J. Powers and his four children Carl, JL, Paula and Damon aka “Tommy”. Larry also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Also left behind are his older brother Tommy Powers and his younger sister Pam...

On August 27, 2021 Geraldine “Gerri” Kotol, nee Brzezowski, of Scottsdale Arizona, passed peacefully with loving family by her side. Born January 15, 1941 and raised in Cleveland Ohio, Gerri and older brother Richard were the children of Polish immigrants, Ted and Josephine Brzezowski. Gerri began her career as a secretary for the US Military before marrying the love of...

John Jay Fetzer, 29, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on September 4, 2021. He leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of his family and friends who will miss his creative spirit, intellect, loyal friendship, and wonderful sense of humor. John Jay was at his best and happiest when he was helping or working collaboratively with others on a purposeful...

Evelyn “Lyn” Cahill-Ramirez, 56 passed away comfortably in her home on September 3, 2021 in Chandler, AZ. Lyn fiercely fought Glioblastoma brain cancer for the past 4 ½ years with amazing Faith, Strength and Courage.Lyn is survived by her loving husband of 35 years Carlos Ramirez Jr and 2 children, their son Carson Ramirez and daughter Alanna Ramirez; Her mother...

It is with great sadness and much love that the family of Benjamin “Ben” Hall announce his sudden passing on Friday, August 20, 2021, at the age of 31. He will be lovingly missed by his parents, Walter & Kelly, his girlfriend Taylor, and their dog Frankie, and by numerous family and friends.Ben’s entry in to this world was marked...

Genevieve Ohton Cañez passed away on September 1, 2021. At the age of 35. She was born & raised in Phoenix, AZ. She is preceded in death by her mother Genevieve Cañez Aguilar and her grandmother Elida R. Ohton. She is survived by her two sons Dios Cañez & Vincente Perez. She is also survived by her Grandfather Frank L....

Joe “Chepi” V. Hernandez, 86, was called by our Lord Jesus Christ on August 31, 2021, in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on January 15, 1935, in Tempe, AZ. He was preceded by the love of his life, his beloved wife Betty Acker Hernandez of 61 years. He is survived by his siblings: Francis, Bobbie and Mary; along with his...

Everyone who met him agrees, Bob Lynch lived his life with passion. Passion for his family, passion for the law, passion for good wine (and whiskey!), and passion for people. Bob never met a stranger. He was truly the life of the party. And boy did he love to host them!We often joked that Bob missed his calling as a...

Arnold A. Verdugo passed away peacefully on August 20, 2021, surrounded by his family. Arnold was born on December 12, 1941, in Miami, AZ. He enlisted in the Army in 1959 and was a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division and was proud to be a soldier. He lived most of his life on Madison St., which is fondly known...

Helen Furka, always loving, always loved, passed away at the age of 100. A retired restaurant owner of Ham’s Bar & Restaurant. She was preceded in death by her husband, George, and 3 brothers. Surviving family include her daughters, Georgia (Gary) and Suzanne; 3 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; one brother (Alex); numerous dearly loved and cherished...

On August 26, 2021, Victor Medina Campusano passed away peacefully at the age of 85 to join his wife whom he missed so much. He is survived by his daughter Johanna and his grandson Harny.Victor was born on March 6, 1936 in Lima, Peru. At the age of 20, he joined the Peruvian Navy and married his sweetheart, Cira in...

Art died peacefully in Phoenix, AZ. He was born in 1927 in Milwaukee, WI. His parents were Polish immigrants, Joseph and Placyda Grochowski. After graduating from Pulaski High School, nine months later, he was drafted into the US Army, serving in Japan during World War II. After returning home, he completed his Civil Engineer Degree at Marquette University. He then...

Phillip Shelby Stockton, 85, of Phoenix, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 peacefully in his sleep. Phil was raised on a dairy farm in Phoenix and it’s there that he learned to rope and ride. At the age of 16, Phil and partner won the team roping event at the Phoenix Rodeo. He was part of the 1st class...

Enrique “Rico” Fierro, passed away peacefully at the age of 90, on August 17, 2021, surrounded by his loving family members. He is preceded in death by his first daughter Patricia, his parents Aurelia and Jose Fierro and Lupe Singh, his brothers: Manuel, Tony, Juan, and sister Candelaria. Rico was born on March 3, 1931, in Cashion, Arizona. He served...

Larry Penrod, 97, of Phoenix, Arizona, found external peace on August 22, 2021. He was born on September 21, 1923, in Pinetop, Arizona. Larry was son to Elmer and Edna Penrod. He enlisted in the US Navy August 19, 1942. During his time there he served on the U.S.S. Dixie, a destroyer tender ship, as a signal man in the...

Jeffery William Greer, born February 15, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois, to William and Elanor Greer. He passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Glendale, Arizona, at the age of 57. He moved from Chicago to Glendale, Arizona, in July of 1978. Jeffrey was a graduate of Cactus High School in 1982 and lettered in baseball and basketball. He enjoyed playing...

Frank N. Abril was born on May 10, 1932 and passed away on August 16, 2021 at his home in Phoenix.He is preceded in death by his wife Christina G. Abril of 51 years. Together they built a family that included six beautiful children, Laura (Robert), Norma, Larry (Providencia), James (Cathy), Abran, and Dion (Irma), 26 grandchildren and 21 great...

Eva Maria Gonzales Vargas was the first of three children born to her parents. She was born in Mabank, Texas in 1932. Eva passed with grace into eternity with her Lord and savior Jesus Christ on August 19, 2021.Eva loved her husband Silverio Vargas, and her family of four children, Gabriel Garcia, Juanita “Jenna” Garcia, Robert Garcia and Alex Hernandez...