Obituaries

Nov 8, 2023

Em Thi Mulloy passed on November 8, 2023, in Chandler, AZ. She was 95 years old. She is survived by her daughter, Loann Nguyen, and her son, Keoki (George) Mulloy and his husband Jim Skiotes.Em first moved to Chandler in 1983 and divided her time the past 10 years between Chandler and Orange County, California. Em was married to Norman...

Nov 6, 2023

It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Soto, who passed away from a brief battle with pneumonia, at the age of 67 on November 6, 2023. She was born on March 9, 1956 to Frank and Rita Soto, who preceded her in death. She is now lovingly reunited with them in heaven.Barbara was an...

Nov 2, 2023

 

Max A. Anderson, age 78, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023, after battling cardiac amyloidsis. He was born on June 6, 1945, to Maxine Jordan, in California.

 

At age 8, his mother moved him to Smithville, Texas, to live with his maternal grandmother, Omer Carter. He attended elementary school and Mary A. Brown High School...

Nov 1, 2023

 

Melba Noreen Denham Shill Goodman, born July 28, 1930, left her mortal life on November 1, 2023. Following years of health issues, which caused her much pain, she is finally free from a life which was becoming increasingly difficult.. 

Melba was raised in Snowflake, Arizona, and graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Elementary Education. She married...

Oct 30, 2023

 

Ian Kaufman, born December 2, 1963, on Long Island, New York, passed away on October 30, 2023, in Chandler, Arizona. He was 59 years old.  He was preceded in death by his father, Jack, and his mother, Phyllis. Ian is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Elena (La Paglia), his daughters Mollie and Megan, his sisters Sherri (Jay) Eisenstadt...

Oct 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of Steven Michael Miller 12/15/87- 10/27/23 On October 27, 2023, we tragically lost our beloved Steven Michael Miller in a car accident on Interstate 17 between Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona. Steven was an exceptional person, cherished by many, and left an indelible mark on our lives.

One of Steven's greatest joys in life was his son, Jacoby...

Oct 25, 2023

 

Bob passed peacefully on October 25th, 2023 surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife Monica Colombe, daughter Elena, and sons Ruben, Robert, Steven, and Michael. Bob is also survived by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as sister Janet Hansmann and brothers Dean and Dennis Colombe.

 

‘Uncle’ Bob was born in Little Falls, MN on...

Oct 25, 2023

 

Jeanne Elizabeth Nevzoroff, born on January 2, 1945, in Keshena, Wisconsin, was a loving soul who touched the hearts of many, passed away on October 25, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona.

Jeanne was preceded in death by her cherished parents, Elmer Peteson Katchenago and Yvonne Dorthea Newton Katchenago, beloved siblings Beverly Holsenback, Rhonda Katchenago, Patricia Martin, John Katchenago, Randall...

Oct 17, 2023

  Beatrice "Tichi" Montano Rodriguez, 84, of Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, passed away on October 17th, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on May 10, 1939. Tichi, as she was affectionately called, was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.

 

Nana Tichi was known for her infectious happiness, warm smile, and friendly nature. She had a knack for...

Oct 17, 2023

Janice Ruth Main, a devoted mother, homemaker, teacher, and worshiper of Christ, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023.   She was born on December 16, 1936, in Dassel, Minnesota, to Clarence and Goldie Nordstrom, who instilled in her a strong faith and a love for family. She was the middle of five siblings who grew up working and playing...

Oct 17, 2023

 

Helen Ann (Gengler) Sturm, youngest daughter of George Frederick Gengler and Helen Ann (Swaters) Gengler, was born in Cawker City, Kansas on April 11, 1945.  She departed this life on October 17, 2023 at the young age of 78.

Ann’s family moved to Montrose, Missouri when she was young and she graduated from the Montrose High school, having attended...

Oct 6, 1935

Gloriene Jane Clum, 89, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, after living a long and joy-filled life surrounded by love.

Born on October 6, 1935, in Boone, Iowa, Gloriene was the daughter of Clifford S. Sternquist and Leota Mae McNew. She grew up in a close-knit family with her sister Anna Mae and twin brothers, Larry...

Molly L. Kruegerascended to Heaven on September 19, 2023.  Molly was from West Bloomfield, Michigan.  She was a “Snowbird” for the last twenty years and spent winters in Florida and later in Ahwatukee, Arizona.  In 2018, Molly became a permanent resident of Arizona.Molly was preceded in death by William ‘Earl’ Krueger, her beloved husband of 52 years.  Molly is survived...

Mary Claudia Bergstrom Ryan, 84, of Chandler, Arizona died on October 4, 2023. She lived in her home in Chandler, close to her family until her death.She was born in Spencer, Iowa to George and Helen Bergstrom. She was a graduate of Spencer High School; the University of Iowa, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts; and Arizona State...

Mary Lou Harrington, 67, of Chandler Arizona, passed away at home surrounded by family on October 5th, 2023, after a long battle with multiple myeloma.Mary was born on May 13, 1956, to Earl and Beverly Sivesind in Waterloo, Iowa.Mary met Dell Harrington in Simi Valley, California and were Jr. High school Sweethearts. In 1977, Mary and Dell married and went...

Celebration of Life for Dave NeumanRetired Assistant Chief of PoliceChandler Police DepartmentNovember 1st, 20235:00 PMChandler Police DepartmentMemorial Garden250 E. Chicago St.Chandler, AZ 85225David Frederick Neuman (64) passed away at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023.“He was a quiet and humble man who loved his friends & family (both blood & blue). He was a consummate professional who...

Scott Michael Seelig, 53, passed away on October 3, 2023 surrounded by his loving children. Even though a failing heart catalyzed his journey out of this world, his loving heart continues to provide a beacon of hope for his children, Tim, Matt (Amber), Steven, and Kara. Also, he is survived by his mother, Linda, and brother, Brad.A Celebration of Life...

Honoring the Life of David EssexDavid L. Essex of Gilbert, Arizona, was called home by his Lord, Jesus, on October 1st, 2023, at the age of 76.  He was born January 21st, 1947, to Lester and Janice Essex in Beach Grove, Indiana. His passing was preceded by his daughter, Kristen Essex, and his sister, Janis Essex.An amazing example of Christ-like...

Lynette June Smith Conley (Lyne), age 66, passed away on September 17th, 2023 after a four-year battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Frank Conley. Surviving siblings are, Steven Smith of Lynnville, Indiana and Michael Smith of Evansville, Indiana.Lyne was born on June 27th, 1957 in Evansville, Indiana, the third and last child of...

Our beloved husband, son, brother, and uncle Spencer Reed Irvine, passed away peacefully on the evening of 24 September 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona after a courageous bout with cancer.Spencer was born on 13 February 1988 in Rockville, Maryland.He excelled in all areas of endeavors in life, yet he was humble and a friend to all. He embodied a gentle kindness...