Obituaries

JERRY DON DUNCANJuly 21, 1940 – Jun. 24, 2020Jerry Don Duncan, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on June 24, 2020 at the age of 79.  Jerry remained a powerful example of faith, courage, kindness, and love to the very end.Jerry was born in Sulphur Oklahoma, on July 21, 1940, the oldest of the...

On Friday, June 12, 2020 Sheila Basilo Penrod, loving mother, sister and Nonna, passed away at age 73.Sheila was born Feb. 7, 1947 in Rome, Italy to Alda and Louis Basilo. She had degrees in many fields: law, English, education, counseling, and mediation. She was an artist, musician, and singer.Sheila was a vibrant, fierce and loyal red head. She fought...

NORMAN D. PETERSNorman (Pete) Peters died on June 16, 2020.  He was born on November 11, 1931 in Carroll, Iowa, the only child of Henry and Gladys Dozark Peters.  He was raised in Lake View, Iowa, and graduated from Lake View High School in 1949.  He then moved to Omaha, Nebraska where he worked at a radio school for about...

It is with great sadness that the family of Joe Harris “Papa Joe” announces his passing on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at the age of 81 years old. Joe was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Nadean Harris, who was the love of his life. Joe will be lovingly remembered by his children, Kim (Neal), Cindy (Darrel),...

Stephen Valdez Cristan(1964-2020) went to be with his Lord and Savior. Born in Tucson, AZ., July 7th, 1964 and passed away in Mesa, AZ., May 31st, 2020.“Coach Steve” grew up in Chandler, AZ with the help of many extended families of the community. He established a career with Bashas’ Markets for over 20 years all the while coaching the sport...

Blas Luis SofreJune 14, 1931 – June 3,2020Blas Luis Sofre entered into this world on June 14, 1931, in San Martin, a suburb of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He came from humble, hard-working roots and was the youngest of four sons. After completing middle school, he was trained to work alongside his brothers as he learned the family trade of being...

With profound sadness we announce the abrupt passing of our beloved daughter, sister, mother, and aunt, Maria Isabel Moreno Hinojosa. She passed away peacefully Saturday morning May 23rd, 2020 due to complications from COVID.Maria – or “Guera” as she was known to all her friends and family was born November 28th, 1974 in Chandler, Arizona to Luis Hinojosa and Ramona...

Michael Reid Ellsworthlost his life to cancer on May 21, 2020 in Gilbert, AZ. Mike, age 65, was born on January 9, 1955 to Dennis and Ataloah Ellsworth in Mesa, AZ. He graduated high school in Florence, AZ in 1972. The following day he moved to Durango, CO where he took flying lessons and earned his pilot license. Mike joined...

Ruben de la Vega, age 53, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2020.  He is survived by his mother, siblings, and many close friends.  Born on October 17, 1966 with a chronically kind heart, he touched many lives throughout his life in meaningful ways.  The laughter and joy he brought others will continue beyond his departure for others to carry...

Samuel Allen Webbwas born in English, WV on August 1, 1942 and passed to our Heavenly Father in Gilbert, AZ on May 6, 2020.After graduating from Piketon High School, Sam joined the military where his service took him all over the U.S. as well as multiple overseas assignments.  He retired from United States Air Force in 1980 at his last...

Henry Martin Kupiecpassed peacefully on May 6, 2020 at Archstone Care Center in Chandler, AZ. Henry required full time care after a brain injury in 1999 but he maintained his sense of humor and his flirting with the ladies was always on point.Born July 25, 1938 to Polish immigrants, Stanislaus and Rozalia Kupiec, Henry was the youngest of nine children. ...

Clyde Leslie Davidson, our beloved father, passed away on Friday May 1, 2020. He had a passion for playing tennis, entertaining friends and family, and puttering in his yard to keep it beautiful.  He was a very quick-witted, charismatic man with a big heart for people and animals.  He had the uncanny ability to make conversation with anyone and establish...

Charles David Gallaher, 95, passed away on April 24, 2020, in Chandler, Arizona. He was born in Springfield, Illinois, to the late Roy E. and Nita Grace (Westbrook) Gallaher. Chuck was a meat cutter by profession and moved his family to Arizona in 1961 settling in Phoenix and retiring to Sun Lakes. He was proceded in death by his wife...

Isis Elizabeth Ebright, age 13 of Maricopa, AZ, passed away at home on March 23, 2020. Isis was born March 30, 2006 in Chandler, AZ.Isis loves her friends and family with fierce loyalty. She always looks out for others and never wants anyone to feel left out, alone or scared.Isis is brave and strong (buts hates being called that). She...

London Gynae Glasswas born in Chandler Az Sept.  24th 2017 to ShaeD Latreace Bowen and Justin Blair Glass. London was the light that lit the room and the spark that jump started any party with her dance moves and hype man skills she broke down barriers by letting hers down. She had a heart the Heart of David those she...

It is with great sadness that the family of Joseph James Olson (PaPa Joe) shares his passing on April 4th, 2020.  Joe went by many names, Son, Daddy, PaPa, Joey, Brother, Friend, Husband, and of course PaPa Joe.Joe was born January 28th, 1953 in Brooklyn, NY.  He was the oldest of 7 children.  Joe volunteered to serve his country in...

Joseph Ronald Galowitchpassed away peacefully on April 4, 2020 by the side of his loving wife of 43 years, Cynthia and their sons Gregory and David. Joseph was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 20, 1944 to John & Mathilda Galowitch and was sibling to Patricia, Gregory, Judy, Jeri, and Paul. He was a loving Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle &...

Violet Mae Perry(95) went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2020.  She spent the last two weeks with her daughter, Sheila and family, in Chandler and passed peacefully there.Vi was born February 21, 1925 in Tarboro, North Carolina. After graduating high school in 1942, Violet married her sweetheart Walton McLean Jr., in Fayetteville, North Carolina on December 16,...

Donald Joe Elmer(70) passed away March 17, 2020 in his home in Chandler, Arizona following a courageous battle with cancer.Joe was born November 22, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Donna Joan Jessop and Donald LeRoy Elmer.  He grew up in Norwalk California and graduated from Gahr High School.  Joe served a full time mission for the Church of...

Forrest W. Kohlerof Sun Lakes, Arizona passed away on Saturday, March 21 at Chandler Regional Medical Center.  He was 81.He received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and a Master’s degree from Temple University.Mr. Kohler retired from Nationwide Insurance after 29 years of service where he held several different positions.  His last position was Vice President of Corporate Services...