Obituaries

Patsy passed away surrounded by her family at home in Phoenix, Arizona on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Born to Fred and Gertrude Krueger on August 31, 1949 in Phoenix, Arizona. Patsy will be missed by so very many. There are no words to fully encompass how much she meant to those that knew her. She was a bright beacon of...

Ross Vander Ark, son of Ron and Alison Vander Ark, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 26, 2021 after a year-long battle with cancer. He was 49 years old. He leaves behind his parents and his brother, Ryan. He was a veteran of the U S Navy. A Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May...

Mark Elliott Dodd, 45 years old, died unexpectedly on April 22, 2021. His loss was completely unexpected, and the family is shocked and deeply saddened. Mark was born September 12, 1975 to Kenneth and Margaret Dodd. He is survived by his parents, Ken & Pegi, 5 brothers and 3 sisters and their families. Mark graduated from Salpointe Catholic High School...

Jane Yikazbaa Lewis, 94, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021, in Phoenix, AZ. She was born December 15, 1926 in Hogback to Edith Lapahie and H. B. Lewis.Jane lived in Arizona since the late 1950’s and is best known as a Dine’ silversmith and CEO of Navajo Silvercraft based in Phoenix. She participated in numerous arts and craft shows across...

On Wednesday, April 13, 2021, Maria Estella (Garcia) Aguirre, loving wife and mother of three passed away at age 93.  A native of Grant Park Barrio, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edward L. Aguirre and her daughter, Rachel (Vaquera) Chavez.  She is survived by her brother, Manuel Moreno; her children and their spouses, William & Christina (Vaquera)...

With much sadness and love, the family of Chris Anger announce his departure from this life on April 1, 2021. Chris was born on October 28, 1995 to Nancy and William (Bill) Anger and immediately became a joy to his parents and siblings, Carolyn, Jeffrey and Jack. Never one to sit still, Chris was drawn to any and all competition...

Lupe “Lapi” Fierros Sotelo, 89, our beloved mother was called home unexpectedly on April 19, 2021. She lived a long, beautiful life and was loved deeply by all who knew her. She was the matriarch of the family and her life revolved around them. She was a wonderful cook, sharing her love by feeding all who crossed her path. Her...

Nellie Blanco, born March 21, 1930 in Phoenix Arizona was called home to be with her beloved Jesus on April 7, 2021, just after her 91st birthday. She was a gentle and generous soul who gave of her time and resources for the benefit of others. She loved to read her Bible and listen to her favorite Christian radio station....

Phillip “Gene” McCord, 92, went to see the Lord on April 20, 2021 in Scottsdale, AZ. Surviving him in death is his wife Renee of 34 years, his children: Rosette Phillips (Larry), David McCord (Teresa), Melody Allred (John), Susan Moller (Mark), Sheila Brawn (Steve), Sharon Reid (Jeff), John McCord (Wanda), Jacqueline McCord, Jim McCord (Michelle), Daniel McCord (LaNetta), together with...

Jack Winston Heffron, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on April 18th, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was 76 years old. Jack grew up in Dickinson, Texas, the middle of five children born to Emmitt and Fannie Mae Heffron. He served with the US Navy in Vietnam.Jack was a skilled hunter, excellent chef and avid gardener. The quality...

It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Oscar C. Cota Sr. He passed away peacefully at his home in Mesa, AZ on April 15, 2021 at the age of 89. His battle with cancer in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain,...

Anthony Keith Hedley born on October 2, 1943 in Durban, South Africa passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and children on April 19, 2021.Tony was a world renowned orthopedic surgeon, author, researcher, and educator specializing in joint reconstruction and replacement. He received his medical degree from the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1968. In 1977...

November 23, 1980 – April 11, 2021Beloved wife, mother & daughter, Deanna Michelle Gonzales-Triano, born in Phoenix, AZ on November 23, 1980, was called to our creator on April 11, 2021.She is preceded in death by her father, Michael Edward Gonzáles; grandfather, Ricardo A. (Recco) Hernandez; and grandmother, Maria B. (Bermudez) Hernandez.She is survived by her husband, Jason Triano; daughters,...

Phoenix – Nellie T. Sanchez, formerly of Shafter, Texas, passed away in her home on April 18, 2021 at the age of 85.Nellie was born in Texas in 1936, the oldest of Apolonio and Faustina Trejo. She attended Ray High School in Sonora, Ariz. She married the love of her life Henry O. Sanchez, raising 7 children in a small...

Joe Delgado Gutierrez passed away peacefully on April 13, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.He was born to Louis and Connie Gutierrez on August 12, 1933. Joe was born and raised here in Phoenix where he first joined the Army. He was very proud of the time he spent serving this country. As he got older Joe became a painter...

Virginia Ruiz Orta, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 15, 2021. She was born on Sunday, March 29, 1931 to Ignacio Ruiz and Hilaria Apodaca in Superior, Arizona. When Virginia was a young child, she and her family moved and travelled throughout Mexico. They began their journey in Sonora and later moved to Nororzari Compos, then on to Era...

Nathan Ronald Hake, 25, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away April 11, 2021 following a 2-year fight with cancer. He was surrounded with love by his family and friends.Nathan was born March 5, 1996 to Keith and Debra Hake and lived in Phoenix his entire life. Nathan graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2019 from GCU with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical...

Our beloved mom, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister Eleanor Crashell passed away at the age of 95 on April 14, 2021 with her family by her side at BeeHive Homes of Arrowhead Assisted Living in Glendale, Arizona where she resided since 2019.Ellie was born to John and Martha (Barlet) Maurer on September 22, 1925 in Buffalo, New York. She attended St....

The obituary of Edman L. Devenney, known as Nick to most, will tell you some of the events in his full life, but cannot convey how many people he touched in wonderful and caring ways throughout his life. There are special people who make a difference in the lives of others and Nick Devenney was a gift to those he...

Jan Allen Leibering, age 70, passed away April 10th, 2021 in the comfort of his home surrounded by family. He was born and raised in Huntingburg, Indiana and lived in the Phoenix area for the past 50 years. Jan served in the Air Force at Williams Air Force Base. He is survived by his wife, Christine; two daughters, Nicole and...