Obituaries

Obituaries

Joan O. Coleman

Joan O. Coleman

May 11, 2025

Joan O. Coleman, 91, from Sun Lakes, Arizona passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, in Gilbert, Arizona. Born on March 12, 1934, in New York City, she was the daughter of William Vail Brill and Eliza Laura Morash.

On April 6, 1957, Joan married her beloved husband, Wallace “Wally” Coleman, in the Madison Presbyterian Church in New York—an intimate chapel...

Minerba "Minnie" Molina

Minerba "Minnie" Molina

May 10, 2025

In Loving MemoryMinerba (AKA Minnie) Molina July 27, 1933 – May 10, 2025Minerba (AKA Minnie) Molina passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on May 10, 2025, in her home. 

She was born on July 27, 1933, in Gillett, Texas, to her parents, Jesus Dominguez and Casandra Dominguez. 

On February 6, she was united in marriage with Theodore V. Molina. Together, they...

Janis Weech Willis

Janis Weech Willis

May 4, 2025

IN LOVING MEMORYNorma Janis Weech WillisMarch 11, 1931 – May 4, 2025

Our beloved matriarch, Norma Janis Weech Willis, has gone home after a long and valiant life. Mom passed away the morning of May 4, 2025 at the age of 94. We will miss her very much.

Janis was born on March 11, 1931 to Hyrum Newell and Christine Gilliland Weech...

Ann Mary Weymouth

Ann Mary Weymouth

May 1, 2025

Ann Mary Weymouth, age 83, born on July 23, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. Ann dedicated many years of her life to the Society of Actuaries, where she worked in the Meeting Department.

She is survived by her children, Julie (Roger) and Daniel, Jr. (Dina), and her sister, Barbara. Ann’s legacy continues...

Harrel Dean Dowling

Harrel Dean Dowling

May 1, 2025

Son of Willard and Opal (Sanford) Dowling was born August 20, 1945 in Sweetwater, TX and passed on May 1, 2025 in Chandler, AZ at the age of 79.

He retired from Motorola where he was the Fire Captain for the Volunteer Fire Brigade and went on to retire from the Phoenix Fire Department where he was a Fire Prevention Specialist.

He...

Richard T. Golding Jr.

Richard T. Golding Jr.

Apr 27, 2025

Golding, Richard (Tex) T., Jr. of Chandler, Arizona

Age 55, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025. Tex is survived by his daughter, Madison Joan, father Richard Textor Golding, Sr., sisters Nancy Dennehy and Constance Quarnstrom (John), former wife Kimberly Golding, nieces Jessica Wasmund, Alysson Jackson, Mary Quarnstrom, nephews Peter Quarnstrom, Michael Dennehy and Eamon Dennehy, two grand nephews and a...

Clifford Rodrick Williams

Clifford Rodrick Williams

Apr 19, 2025

Clifford Rodrick Williams, 81, of Maricopa, AZ, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on October 31, 1943, Clifford lived a full and devoted life defined by hard work, deep family values, and a passion for the simple joys that made life meaningful. He was a loving husband to Wanda Williams, with whom...

Mark E. Gustoff

Mark E. Gustoff

Apr 19, 2025

Mark E. Gustoff, 61 of Chandler, AZ passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 19th, at his residence.

Mark is survived and missed by his wife Tyla Gustoff of 33 years and his children Nicholas and Bradley Gustoff, Carol Gustoff (Mother) and Christine Gustoff (Sister) and many relatives in: Tucson, AZ and Pekin, Illinois. He is preceded in death by his Father...

Christopher Wishart Hunte

Christopher Wishart Hunte

Apr 14, 2025

Christopher Wishart Hunte leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish his memory—his devoted mother, brother, sister, sister-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a beloved great-niece. He is preceded in death by his father and his wife. Christopher was a kind soul whose quiet strength and joyful spirit touched the hearts of all who knew him. With a heart full of...

Robert Arellano

Robert Arellano

Apr 11, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father Robert Arellano, who passed away on April 11th, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Mexico on June 16th, 1940, Robert Arellano was a devoted husband to Maria Arellano and a loving father to Armando, Mary, Selena, and Robert. He was known for his knowledge, kind heart, unwavering...

Joan L. Collins

Joan L. Collins

Apr 11, 2025

Joan L. Stark Collins, 90, formerly of Momence, IL died peacefully Friday, April 11, 2025 in Chandler, AZ.

She was born May 17, 1934, the daughter of Joseph A. and Anna Veda Goggins Stark in Kankakee, IL. She attended Bradley HS and graduated from Momence HS. Joan was a lifelong homemaker, and enjoyed entertaining friends and family, sewing, reading, decorating, especially...

Amparo V. Arambula

Amparo V. Arambula

Apr 9, 2025

It is with great sorrow to announce the passing of Amparo V. Arambula (Ampy), 98 years old of Chandler, Arizona. Ampy passed away peacefully at her home on April 9th, 2025. Ampy was born in Ray, Arizona and moved with her family to Chandler at approximately 8 years of age.

Ampy was courted by Manuel R. Arambula and married on November...

Barbara A. Taylor

Barbara A. Taylor

Apr 7, 2025

Barbara A. Taylor, age 88, was born September 28, 1936, in Edgemont, S.D., to Stuart Theodore and Clara Esther (Johnson) Fulton. She was the oldest of three and raised in Douglas, Wyoming. She graduated Valedictorian of her Senior class at Douglas High School in 1955. She met her future husband, Art, in June 1953, and they got married July 8,...

Ion Hirsieru

Ion Hirsieru

Apr 6, 2025

Ion “Nelu” Hirsieru, age 73, of Canton, OH and recently Chandler, AZ passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Bucharest, Romania on April 14, 1952. Nelu was a devoted husband and loving father. He lived his life and had no regrets. Patient, kind, and was never scared to take on new opportunities in life....

J'ron Miles

J'ron Miles

Apr 5, 2025

J'ron Miles, 24, was born in Harvey, Illinois and was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. He had a deep affection for animals and often felt a strong connection with them. J'ron dreamed of becoming a dog breeder and was actively working on launching his own dog breeding business. Although he was quite introverted, he loved making others laugh...

Rita Mae Scrivner

Rita Mae Scrivner

Mar 30, 2025

Rita Mae Scrivner, a beloved mother, teacher, and community volunteer, passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 93. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, met her husband while receiving a bachelor’s degree in education from Southern Illinois University. Rita dedicated her life to her husband Bob and raising two sons, teaching high school in her early years...

Alexandra Marie Lewis

Alexandra Marie Lewis

Mar 28, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Alexandra Marie Lewis (Lexi) on March 28th, 2025, at the age of 42. She passed away peacefully, and was surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her husband, Joshua; her two children Charles and Olivia; her brother Chris Kanthak and sister-in-law Huyen Bui Kanthak; and parents Michael Hugh Kanthak and...

Daniel Conrad Mortensen

Daniel Conrad Mortensen

Mar 26, 2025

It is with loving memories that the family of Daniel Conrad Mortensen announces his passing on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Patti, his sweetheart and wife, was faithfully by his side.

Dan was born in Tucson, Arizona on February 18, 1953 to Keith Conrad Mortensen and Johanne Marie Sorensen Mortensen. Their family moved to the East Valley early in his childhood.

Dan enjoyed...

Joan Patricia Leavy

Joan Patricia Leavy

Mar 21, 2025

Joan Patricia Leavy was born April 27th, 1965 in Manhattan, New York, to her loving parents Ann and Anthony Leavy. Joan had always been a free spirit, unshackled by societal standards. She could win just about anybody over. She was gracefully charismatic and carried the essence of love and joy with her wherever she went. There is no doubt that...

Sharon Arlene King

Sharon Arlene King

Mar 19, 2025

Sharon Arlene King, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. She was 75 years old.

Sharon was born on June 14, 1949, at Queen of Angels Hospital in Los Angeles, California, to Harris and Afton Robinson. She shared a special bond with her...