Obituaries

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...

On August 20, 2021 Estela Rama Fiesta passed peacefully in Glendale, Arizona. She is survived by her two children Daphne & Pierre. Her two granddaughters Brianne & Siobhan. Her two great-granddaughters Kaori & Kaiden.Lola lived a long & fulfilling life full of many adventures & happy memories. We remember driving out to see Lola with mom, and eventually Kaori &...

Surrounded by family, Jean Wallace passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on August 14, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Bruce Wallace, who passed away in 1997.Jean is survived by her 9 children: Scott Wallace (Sue), Sally Drake (Don), Lisa Grant (Dave), Debbie Robbins (Carl), Tina Ammann (Beat), Barbara Kush (Nick), Cindy...

On Monday, August 16, 2021, loving husband, father, second dad, Tata, Tati, Veteran of World War II, pharmacist, businessman and overall BIG-hearted, kind, and gentle man with a great sense of humor, Manuel Navarro passed unto the Lord after living life for almost 98 glorious years.“My flesh and my heart faileth, but God is the strength of my heart and...

1935-2021Janet was born on May 1, 1935 in Fargo, North Dakota. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 6, 2021 after suffering a mild stroke a few days prior.She grew up in Bowman, North Dakota. She then attended business school in Rapid City, South Dakota, where she met her first husband Tom Purcell, and they had three beautiful...

Surrounded by his family, Charles Moulton Brewer passed away on August 13, 2021. He was born on June 9, 1931 in Washington, District of Columbia, to Charles MacFarlane Brewer and Monemia Agnes Moulton. Charles was the older of two brothers, and he grew up under the principle that hard work and dedication bring success.Charles’ passion for the law began during...

PHOENIX – Michael John Valder passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2021 from complications following recent heart surgery.Mike was born in Mitchell, SD on August 31, 1940 and grew up on family farms in Minnesota and Iowa. He graduated from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa in 1962, where he was a student leader and also served as the National President...

https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/wp-content/uploads/William_Lewis_Jackson.mp4William Lewis Jackson, 81, born in Yalobusha County, Mississippi passed away on August 16, 2021. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after suffering multiple age related strokes. William graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in mathematics and went on to become an engineer in the aerospace industry. He eventually retired in 2017 from Honeywell after working...

Mary Anne Romley McKone was born to Elias and Margaret Romley in the summer of 1937 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mary Anne attended St. Francis Xavier Grade School, where she met the love of her life in the first grade, Jack McKone. Mary Anne attended Xavier College Preparatory and Marymount College in Los Angeles, California. She married Jack in December of...

It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the passing of my mother Barbara Jane Yurick. She passed peacefully in her sleep at Honor Health hospital due to Covid. She was in control of her mental faculties and able to live on her own terms for her 84 years. I was blessed to have her in my...

Born May 29, 1936 in Oakland, CaliforniaDied August 10, 2021 in Mesa, ArizonaWe mourn the passing away of Barbara Ruth Bailey Wellner and celebrate the time she spent with us.Barbara was a list maker extraordinaire, so here’s a short list of maxims that guided her in life:Try new things and become very, very good at them (pastry crust, knitting, quilting,...

Victor F. Peralta Sr. born October 27, 1950 in Superior, AZ, to the late Victor Peralta and Frances Schultz. He is survived by his wife Elena Peralta. He is preceded in death by his brother Gerard Schultz and his sister Valerie Caldera. Victor is survived by his six sisters Vaniessia Morales, Rachel Schultz, Anna Peralta, Belinda Peralta Garcia, Mary Peralta...

Mr. Joe Valencia Moreno entered into eternal rest with Our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Young Mr. Moreno was 94 years of age.Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great great Grandfather is survived by his lovely wife Tillie Moreno, his brother Jesse Garcia, his children Beatrice Sonnemann and Mark J. Moreno; his grandchildren Albert Villareal, Tracie Russo,...

Mary Louise Diaz nee Valverde passed away at 87 years on August 10, 2021 surrounded by loving family members. Adored mother, grandmother, sister and aunt she is survived by her youngest daughter, Laura Diaz, grandchildren Bianca Slingerland, Eric Baker, Sarah Sanchez, Asakwah Rice and Gilbert Xavier Sanchez and great-grandchildren Maliyah Binkney and Anthony Slingerland. She is predeceased by her two...

Alice P. MaGee a long-time resident of Phoenix, AZ, died on August 7, 2021, at the age of 89. She was born in Rhinebeck, NY, on January 4, 1932. She lived in Red Hook, NY, for many years before moving to Arizona in December of 1977.Alice is survived by her husband Neil G. MaGee; daughter Kristine Byrne (James) of Red...

Lewis Lujan, 63 of Phoenix Arizona was born on June 19, 1958.Irene Lujan, 56, of Phoenix, Arizona was born on February 2, 1965.Matthew Lujan, 30, of Phoenix, Arizona was born on July 22, 1991.Lewis, Irene and Matthew passed away on August 8, 2021 at their home in Phoenix, Arizona.Lewis and Irene Lujan were married for 34 years. Matthew Lujan was...

Alice Delores Fellenz, 91, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on August 8, 2021. She was born on March 3, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI. Alice was a loving and caring mom. She adored her family who were of most importance to her. Alice practiced strong faith and attended Mass at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church where she enjoyed many years of volunteering....

Richard was born in Los Angeles, California on July 23, 1943. His parents were John and Eva Nichols. He was the oldest of three children, along with his sister, Julie Annett and his brother, Dr. Ronald Nichols. The family moved to Monterey Park, California when Richard was in high school. He went on to the University of Southern California, (USC)....

Rodney Robles, born September 11, 1955, left us on August 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by father Robert Robles, Tony Huguez; brothers Abel, Frank, Tony; and sister Georgina.  Rodney is survived by his daughter Celestina, son Mario and 5 grandchildren; mother Betty Huguez; brothers Robert and James; sisters Debbie, Cecilia, Anna, Becky, Cathy, Lisa, Lynda; Mark, Gary and...

Alfio “Fred” Longo 84 passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021, due to complications with Covid 19. He was born in Omaha, NE on July 15, 1937, to Joseph and Louise Longo. Fred remained in Omaha until he graduated from high school and enlisted in the Navy where he served on the USS Hornet aircraft carrier. After fulfilling his military obligation,...