Obituaries
Marie Ann Thompson
Jan 8, 2024
Marie Ann (Warrick) Thompson born June 29th, 1944 in Blythe, California, passed away peacefully at the age of 79. Marie married the love of her life, Don Thompson in 1959, and they lived in Chandler for 64 years.
Marie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She had two children Bret (Pam) Thompson and Lori (Keith) Hedges;...
Amanda Largo
Jan 5, 2024
In Loving Memory of Amanda Largo: A Life Celebrated
Amanda Largo, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and member of our community, passed away on January 5th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and compassion. Born on September 27th, 1997, to Robert and Michelle Van Damme, Amanda's radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
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Norma June Barnette
Jan 4, 2024
Norma June Barnette was born October 26, 1942 in Mesa, Arizona and passed away on January 4, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 81. She attended Arizona State School for the Deaf in Tucson, Arizona for most of her educational years. Norma was creative and developed talents in crocheting, ceramics, jewelry making and upholstery. Things that gave her...
Dorel Cioara
Jan 3, 2024
Dorel Cioara, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather & brother, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness. His family finds comfort in knowing that he is now in the loving embrace of his Heavenly Father.
Dorel is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Ginger. Their marriage was...
Michael "Mike" William Myers
Dec 30, 2023
Michael “Mike” William Myers, 48, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on December 30, 2023 after battle with an extended illness. His family and friends are extremely saddened by his sudden passing.
Mike was passionate about music, especially rock and metal with his favorites being Elvis Presley, Metallica and Social Distortion. Anyone that knew Mike, knew he had a true passion for...
Sallie A. Gilbert
Dec 29, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sallie A. Gilbert at age 89, on December 29, 2023 in Chandler, Arizona. Sallie was born in Chandler on November 22, 1934 to Manuel and Josephina Arambula.
She was raised in Chandler, attended St Mary and Chandler High School. Retired Bailiff for the Juvenile Courts, she enjoyed tennis,...
Timothy Albert Finn
Dec 26, 2023
In Loving Memory of Timothy A. Finn
Timothy A. Finn, a dedicated sports enthusiast and hardworking individual, peacefully passed away on December 26, 2023, in Tempe, Arizona, at the age of 74. Born on January 8, 1949, he lived a life filled with love, adventure, and a deep commitment to family and faith.
Tim, a member of the Church...
Chester Stephen Ploszaj
Dec 23, 2023
Chester Stephen Ploszaj passed away on December 23, 2023. He was born on December 29, 1932, to Stanley and Helen in Hegewisch, Illinois, a neighborhood located in the southern part of the city of Chicago. While attending CVS (Chicago Vocational High School) in Chicago he excelled in the sport of baseball. He was picked up by the Cardinals Minor...
Joseph Wythe Wilkinson
Dec 22, 2023
Joseph Wythe Wilkinson, age 97, died on December 22, 2023. He was a long-term resident of Tempe, Arizona. A Graveside Service will be held at Green Acres Mortuary in Scottsdale, Arizona on January 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
He served as a Professor of Accountancy at Arizona State University in Tempe from 1964 until his retirement in 1996.
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Braden Scott Kimball
Dec 22, 2023
Braden Scott Kimball - Born in Mesa Arizona June 21, 2006 and
quietly passed, surrounded by his family, on December 22, 2023.
Braden is survived by his loving parents Drew and Tanya Kimball,
sister Hallie (Tex Wilcock) and brothers Jack and Grahm Kimball;
grandparents, Jeff and Tracy Kimball and John and Tammy Myers.
Preceded in death by great grandparents...
Irene Ballesteros
Dec 21, 2023
We're thankful that God made her for us. Irene's siblings Alicia, Toni, Esther, Gallo & Bobby; Daughters Angela & Sally Chavez; Grandkids Christina, Matthew, Richard, & Sareena; Great Grandkids Talen & Brenna.
James "Jim" Brendan McGuire II
Dec 13, 2023
Chandler, Arizona – James Brendan McGuire, II, 73, son of the late James Brendan and Opal Mary (Brady) McGuire, was born in San Antonio, Texas, on October 8, 1950. He passed away on December 13, 2023, in Chandler, Arizona. We all miss this generous, thoughtful man.
Jim was not a big fan of school in his early years. He...
Janice Foster
Dec 12, 2023
Janice “Jan” Foster of Chandler, Arizona died December 12th, 2023 after complications from pneumonia. Jan suffered a stroke in November, 2021. She fought hard to recover and regain her independence and never gave up. Her mind longed to do all the things she loved, travel; dinner with friends and family; crocheting; volunteering and pet sitting. Unfortunately, her body would not...
Ronald Jay Saline
Dec 9, 2023
Ronald Jay Saline passed away peacefully with family by his side in Mesa, Arizona on December 9, 2023 at the age of 86.
Ronald was born on November 7, 1937 in Miami, Arizona to LaVon and Elva Maude Saline. He grew up in Mesa, Arizona and graduated from Mesa High School in 1957. Following graduation Ronald was called to...
Bruce Louis Pickard
Dec 8, 2023
Bruce Louis Pickard, age 70, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 8, 2023, at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona. He was born on April 25, 1953, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin in Manitowoc County to Bernard and Harriet Pickard. Bruce was married to his beloved spouse, Marta R. Moncada, for almost 50 years.Bruce attended high school in Manitowoc before...
Edward (Ed) William Niemeyer
Dec 6, 2023
Edward (Ed) William Niemeyer, 80, of Chandler AZ, passed away peacefully in his home on December 6th, 2023.
He was born September 11th, 1943 in Kenosha, Wisconsin and was the first-born of the three children of Alleen (Biebasheimer) and Edward Niemeyer. He is survived by a sister, Joan Porter and brother Richard Niemeyer.
He and his wife, Linda (Price), were...
Diane Lynn (Huggins) Linnell
Dec 5, 2023
On December 5th, 2023, Diane Lynn (Huggins) Linnell, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend passed away suddenly while bravely battling health setbacks and pneumonia in Chandler, Arizona. Diane was born on May 13th, 1947, to the late Alvin and Jeanette (Sands) Huggins in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was the oldest of five children. Diane spent her childhood in St....
Sandy Skinner
Dec 4, 2023
Sandy Skinner, 63, of Gilbert passed away December 4, 2023 at home with her husband and children around her.
She was born to Ed & Pauline Stephenson on October 2, 1960 in Douglas, Arizona and grew up in Elfrida and Willcox, AZ. Sandy graduated from Willcox HS in May 1978 and married her sweetheart, Toby Skinner on July 14,...
Kathleen Mlod Wright
Dec 2, 2023
Kathleen Mlod Wright
78 of Chandler Arizona
Kathleen Mlod Wright, 78, of Chandler, Arizona passed away in the early morning of December 2, 2023. Kathleen was diagnosed with colon cancer in early May, and her husband, John William (Bill) was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer within 3 weeks to the day. She lost her beloved husband just 34 days...
Carolyn Roberts
Nov 29, 2023
Carolyn (Schauwecker) Roberts died Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio on May 28, 1940. A 1958 graduate of Madison High School, Carolyn worked in photo-finishing at Allprints, and retail sales at Maria’s Fashions, Readmore Bookstores, the Grace Inn, and Borders Books. She is a former member of the Apostolic Christian Church on...