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Obituaries

Obituaries

Donna Kaufman Oe

Donna Kaufman Oe

May 10, 2024

Donna Kaufman Oe, 68, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2024, at Banner Gateway Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona after her short but fierce battle with cancer. Donna was born on August 9th, 1955, in Dickinson, North Dakota to Mary Magdalene Kathrein Kaufman and Edward Michael Kaufman. She was the 5th of 9 children and often acted...

Jose Manuel Solano De La Cruz

Jose Manuel Solano De La Cruz

May 7, 2024

On May 7, 2024, the world lost a remarkable individual, Jose Manuel Solano De La Cruz. He was born on December 1, 1981, in Delicias, Chihuahua, Mexico, to parents Jose M Solano and Maria De La Cruz. 

Jose lived a life filled with diverse accomplishments and passions. Jose was known for his exceptional skills as a master stonemason, an EMT, and a...

Michael Melton Santoro

Michael Melton Santoro

May 6, 2024

Michael Melton Santoro, age 45, of Tempe, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2024.  

Michael was born on March 29, 1979, in Mesa, Arizona, to Richard Santoro and Shari Melton. He spent his early years in Tempe, where he began to develop his deep appreciation for community and the world around him. He moved at the age of 8...

Mary C. Rooney

Mary C. Rooney

May 4, 2024

Our beloved mother Mary C. Rooney passed away Saturday May 4, 2024 in Chandler, AZ at the age of 87. She was born on June 6, 1936 and raised on Chicago’s southside by her parents John and Bernice Broderick. In 1957, she married the love of her life and best friend, the late John “Jack” T. Rooney. Their 54 years of marriage were filled with love, laughter and countless...

James (Jim) Wallace Peterson

James (Jim) Wallace Peterson

May 4, 2024

James (Jim) Wallace Peterson passed away on May 4 2024 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 87.

 

Jim was Born July 30, 1936 to Grace (James) and Oscar W. Peterson in Salt Lake City, Utah where he spent most of his early childhood. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1954 and enlisted in the US Army along with several...

Susanne Eileen (Steinbach) Rotsch

Susanne Eileen (Steinbach) Rotsch

May 4, 2024

Susanne Eileen (Steinbach) Rotsch of Sun Lakes, AZ and Aitkin, MN was welcomed into her next adventure on May 4, 2024 after complications with diabetes, heart, and kidney failure.  As always, her loving husband, James, was at her side.  She was 78.  

 

Susanne was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on March 20, 1946.  Her early years were spent across many Wisconsin and Minnesota locations.  She graduated from Alexander Ramsey (Roseville) High School...

Betty Ann (Conley) Wolfmeyer

Betty Ann (Conley) Wolfmeyer

May 1, 2024

On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Betty Ann (Conley) Wolfmeyer, Sun Lakes, Arizona, slipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of God. Betty passed away, unexpectedly, at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona.

 

She was born in Riceville, Kentucky on August 15, 1940, to Bruce and Ruby Ellen (Spears) Conley. Betty grew up in Carey, Ohio and was a 1959 graduate of Carey High School.  

 

After graduating high school, Betty...

Virginia Anderson

Virginia Anderson

Apr 30, 2024

We are sad to announce the passing of Virginia Anderson of Gilbert, Arizona.  Virginia was born on 2/14/1937 and passed away at the age of 87 on 4/30/2024 at 9:58 PM.  Virginia passed surrounded by her loved ones after a battle with kidney cancer.  She will be greatly missed and will always hold a special place in our hearts. 

Virginia was...

Betty Mae Doyal

Betty Mae Doyal

Apr 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Betty Doyal

Betty Mae Doyal, aged 83, passed away on April 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 14, 1940, in Ohio.  

After graduating from Fairborn High School, she married the love of her life, Leo Doyal and began their life’s adventures.  

Betty and Leo moved to Albuquerque, NM right after Leo completed his Air Force service. There they raised their three children, Cheryl,...

Theresa Diaz McHaney

Theresa Diaz McHaney

Apr 26, 2024

Our cherished mother, Theresa Diaz McHaney, sadly passed away on April 26th at age 96. She was born in San Antonio Texas to Mariana and Benito Diaz. She graduated from San Fernando Cathedral School where she was awarded an academic scholarship to Our Lady of the Lake College in San Antonio Texas. In December 1950, Theresa married Melvin McHaney and...

Thomas (Tom) Britt Burns Jr.

Thomas (Tom) Britt Burns Jr.

Apr 26, 2024

Thomas (Tom) Britt Burns Jr., age 83, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024. 

 

Tom was born in Pampa, Texas, but spent his formative years in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, until 1955. He spent time over a two-year period as a United States Senate page at the age of 13. Upon returning to Oklahoma, Tom attended and graduated from...

Nancy Jean (Fine) Coburn

Nancy Jean (Fine) Coburn

Apr 24, 2024

Nancy Jean (Fine) Coburn, 81, a devoted follower of Christ, beloved wife of 62 ½ years, cherished mother, grammie, daughter, and friend, peacefully transitioned from this world to the loving embrace of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the morning of April 24, 2024.  Nancy is now joyfully reunited in eternal peace with her parents, Claire Jane Eavenson and William...

Amy Lopez

Amy Lopez

Apr 23, 2024

Amy Lopez, 44, of Queen Creek, Az passed away on April 23, 2024.  Amy was born on August 16, 1979 to Louis and Beverly Lopez. She started her career at Walgreens as a pharmacy technician, kickstarting a 25+ year career in that field. Amy would like to spend her free time traveling, going to concerts, sporting events, listening to music, dancing, singing, spoiling...

Russell Maxfield Black

Russell Maxfield Black

Apr 18, 2024

Russell Maxfield Black, a devoted husband, father, and distinguished veteran, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2024, in Maricopa, Arizona, at the age of 83. Born on November 10, 1940, he leaves behind a legacy of honor, sacrifice, and service.

 

Major Black served with distinction in the United States Marine Corps as a naval aviator from 1965 to 1985. During his...

Denise Diaz

Denise Diaz

Apr 13, 2024

Denise passed peacefully early on the morning of April 13th after issues with her health. She was born (1956) and raised in PA to parents Ronald Sr. and Caroline Lyle, she also lived in CA and CO until settling down in AZ in 1984 where she built and lived out the remainder of her life.

Denise is survived by Gary Brinkley...

James Dean Louderback

James Dean Louderback

Apr 11, 2024

James Dean Louderback, known affectionately as "Friendly Jim," passed away on April 11, 2024 in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 81. Born on June 21, 1942, in Topeka, Kansas, Jim led a life defined by his warmth, authenticity, and love for those around him.

On November 15, 1969, Jim married Anne Louderback, and together they raised four boys: Jeff, Brian,...

Stephen Foster

Stephen Foster

Apr 9, 2024

Stephen Dwayne Foster, age 76, passed away peacefully on April 9th, 2024 in Chandler, Arizona. Stephen (Steve) was born on September 28th, 1947 in Gary, Indiana to Dwayne and Lena Foster. He is survived by his loving wife Patti, daughter Staci, daughter Amy (Raymond), and four grandchildren, Ben, Sam, Joanna, and Matthew. Steve will be remembered for his military service...

Earnestine Johnson

Earnestine Johnson

Apr 9, 2024

Earnestine Rhodes Johnson was born in Eagles Mills, Arkansas to Fred and Thelma Rhodes on June 26, 1945.

 

Earnestine is preceded in death by her parents Fred Rhodes Sr. and Thelma Pace Rhodes; her brothers James, John, Larry, and Timothy; her sister Margaret Faye, and her beloved daughter June Nanzetta Rhodes.

 

Earnestine accepted Christ at an early age. She graduated from Lincoln...

Elizabeth (Liz) Rae Hubbard Grav

Elizabeth (Liz) Rae Hubbard Grav

Apr 4, 2024

Elizabeth (Liz) Rae Hubbard Grav was born October 28, 1946, in Sioux Falls, SD, to Ray and Ruth (Stransky) Hubbard. She graduated from Washington Senior High School in 1964. 

 

Liz graduated from Presentation College in Aberdeen, SD with a degree in Respiratory Therapy. In 1965, Liz began her career at Sioux Valley Hospital (later Sanford Hospital), in the respiratory therapy department....

Jean Barbara Zidan

Jean Barbara Zidan

Apr 3, 2024

Jean Barbara Zidan, 93, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.  

 

Jean was born March 5,1931, in Portland, Oregon to Thomas and Zibde Zidan, both Lebanese immigrants. She lived in Portland until her early twenties, working in the family clothing business....

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