Obituaries
Jerry Windell Smith
Sep 14, 2024
Jerry Windell Smith passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday September 14, 2024. He was born in Tipton, Oklahoma on December 19, 1940 to Audra(Bud) Thompson and Reid(Wilma) Smith.
Jerry had five brothers, one sister and loved spending time on his grandfather’s farm. He attended many schools throughout his childhood until finally settling in Overgaard, AZ to attend Snowflake High...
Glenda Lee Switzer Dalton
Sep 11, 2024
Glenda Lee Dalton passed away peacefully at her home in Mesa on September 11. 2024. Glenda was born April 6, 1948 in Dalhart, Texas to Roy Oliver Switzer and Lorea Threlkeld.
While Glenda lived many years in Flagstaff, Az. she worked for K-Mart. Upon moving to Mesa she worked for E.V.D.I as a medical coder.
She is survived by her children: Doug...
Shelley Tyma
Aug 22, 2024
Shelley (Riggs) Tyma: A Life Full of Love, Compassion and Strength
November 29, 1957 - August 22, 2024
With heavy hearts; we announce the passing of Shelley (Riggs) Tyma, who left this world peacefully on August 22, 2024, in Mesa, AZ. Born on November 29, 1957, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Shelley brought light and love to everyone who knew her. She...
Gary Ray Lanum
Aug 16, 2024
Gary Ray Lanum passed away on August 16th, 2024. He was born on June 21st 1948 to Bennie Lanum and Avis (Bly) Lanum in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, relocating to Coos Bay, Oregon in 1950. Gary was the 5th child born in a line of 7 siblings. Avis and Bennie decided to continue the alphabet naming their children continuing with...
Stanley Jess Aldridge
Aug 13, 2024
Stanley Jess Alridge, age 58, passed away from this life on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. He was born March 14,1966 to Jesse Jess Aldrige Jr. and Shirley Aldridge. Stan was a faithful husband, loving father, wonderful father-in-law, and loyal friend to many. He was a man of exemplary character, as pastor Garrett said of him, "He quietly lived a loud...
Robert Clark Brandenburg
Jul 19, 2024
Robert "Bob" Clark Brandenburg, January 28, 1936 - July 19, 2024. Born to Stanley and Geraldine Brandenburg, in Waterloo, Iowa. Beloved father and grandfather Bob, is preceded in death by his wife Bonnie and older brother Stanley, he leaves behind two daughters, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Growing up, Bob was active in several sports, but most of all GOLF....
Celedonio "Cele" Chavarin Contreras
Jul 12, 2024
Celedonio "Cele" Chavarin Contreras
10.21.1966 - 07.12.2024
Born in Tulancingo de Bravo, Hidalgo to parents Silvestre Chavarin and Maria del Socorro Contreras.
Cele moved to the United States in 1989 and resided in Arizona for the remainder of his life. He worked in construction, but his passion for cooking and eating good food led him to work in various local restaurants in Arizona...
David "Dave" Lawrence Murphy
Jul 12, 2024
David Lawrence Murphy
"Dave"
David Lawrence Murphy, known as Dave to his family and friends, passed away in his home on July 12, 2024, in Gilbert, Arizona, at the age of 70. Born in San Diego, CA, on September 10, 1953, Dave grew up with a deep sense of dedication to his family and career, which was evident throughout his life.
Dave completed...
Charles L. LaPatra
Jun 3, 2024
Charles L. LaPatra Sr, 89 peacefully passed away June 3rd, 2024 at his home in Mesa, AZ. He was born on December 11, 1934 to George Lewis and Anna Mary LaPatra in Watertown NY. After high school he was proud to serve in the United States Air Force. After his discharge, Charles' passion for all things electonic led to a...
Thomas Hugh Stiles
May 10, 2024
Thomas Hugh Stiles Sr., 78, of Buckeye, Arizona passed away May 2024 while in the comfort of his oldest daughter, Linda Marie's loving arms. Thomas graduated with his GED while serving in the United States Army. Thomas was a kind loving man with a true fighting spirit for his country, his family, and God. Thomas honorably served his country for...
Bill Zopf
May 7, 2024
Bill Zopf, born on September 23,1947, earned the name of "incrediBill '' from his strength and courage over the last few years. On May 7, 2024, in the neighborhood of Encanterra, Arizona, Bill's journey came to a quiet close. Bill was retired from the International Union of Elevator Constructors, Chicago, Local # 2. Outside of work, Bill welcomed all who entered his...
David Gastello Torres
Apr 25, 2024
David Gastello Torres Sr. 65, was born May 13, 1958 and was raised in Guadalupe, AZ. At a young age, he was taught to drive trucks, a profession he continued throughout his life, eventually visiting all 50 states. When not behind the wheel, David enjoyed spending time with Nancy and his children. David had an open heart for everyone, many...
Lauris Houghton Lang
Apr 20, 2024
Lauris passed away peacefully the morning of April 20th in her home in Gilbert Arizona. She was born in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia on September 25th 1929. The daughter of Ronald Read Burke and Gladys Wood, sister of Ronald Read and Raymond Arthur Burke, all of whom preceded her in death.
Lauris was raised, educated and married in Australia. Married to Henry...
Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Craig
Apr 16, 2024
Jeff Craig, loving husband, beloved father of two daughters, and treasured friend to so many, passed away at his home on April 16, 2024, 20 months after being diagnosed with stage IV cholangiocarcinoma.
Jeff was born in West Covina, California, in 1974. In 1993, he graduated from Bishop Amat High School in La Puente, California, where he was on the swim...
Donald R. Kearns
Apr 11, 2024
Donald Raymond Kearns was born June 27, 1930, in Missouri Valley, Iowa, and passed into the light of God on April 11, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona, at the age of 93, almost reaching his 94th birthday.
Donald is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Ruth Balka Kearns, his two daughters, two granddaughters, and many loving friends. We will miss...
Judith "Judy" K. DeMott
Apr 4, 2024
Judith (Judy) Kay DeMott went to rest in Heaven April 4, 2024. Judy was Born on July 5, 1939, in Belding, MI, to Clayton Omer DeMott and Helen Louise Farmer. Judy grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana where she graduated from Emmerich Manual High School in 1957. Judy moved to Phoenix, AZ in 1969 and began her career as a system...
Jerry (Johnny) Russell Sorden
Mar 25, 2024
Jerry (Johnny) Russell Sorden passed away peacefully at the age of 75 on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 1:07 pm surrounded by all his girls, including all grandchildren and sons-in-law.Johnny was born on February 1, 1949 in Mesa, Arizona, the 10th of 11 children born to Arch and Lena Sorden. He grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and attended East High...
Gertrude Shockley
Mar 17, 2024
Gertrude V Shockley, a beloved mother and devoted wife, passed away peacefully on March 17 2024 at the age of ninety-six (96) in Gilbert AZ surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clifton Francis Shockley Sr., brothers William, George and Leon Bratten, sisters Gladys Harmon and Helen Gillette. Survived by son Clifton Jr, daughter-in-law...
Patricia Claire Fink
Feb 29, 2024
Laveen-Patricia Claire (Fritzke) Fink is a Christian, a beautiful soul, and a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She was born on March 3, 1931, to Arthur and Lenore (Poulson) Fritzke in Hutchinson, Minnesota. For financial reasons at 12 years old Patricia moved to California after her father died of an illness in 1942, and her brother, Robert Fritzke, was...
Kameo Rashawn Scroggins
Feb 26, 2024
Kameo Rashawn Scroggins was born July 17, 1982 in Bellflower, California to the union of Robert Leon Scroggins, Jr and Veda Jo Parker. Kameo, along with her family, relocated to Arizona where she received her formal education with the Mesa Public Schools System. Kameo graduated from Red Mountain High School of Mesa, AZ in 2000. Kameo went on to further...
