Obituaries
Anne L. LaPatra
Apr 29, 2023
Anne L. LaPatra, 85, passed away April 29, 2023 at her home in Mesa, AZ.. She was born October 21, 1937 to Alphonse and Mary Olga King in Watertown, New York. She was a homemaker who dedicated her life to her husband, 5 children, 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband Charles La Patra, Sons: Charles...
Jole Straley Dillard
Mar 8, 2023
Jole passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 in Chandler, Arizona and was surrounded by the love and prayers of her family and a dear friend. Over the past several years, Jole met many health challenges related to her Lupus diagnosis in 2018. She faced each challenge with strength and determination. She continued to care for her children and her...
Laurel (Lori) M. Baker
Mar 2, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Laurel (Lori) M. Baker (nee Dewitz), wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother on March 2 in Chandler, Az. Lori suffered from the debilitating disease Lewy Body Dementia which gradually robbed her of the ability to pursue her hobbies, daily activities and ultimately resulted in her death.
Lori was born...
Eric Yates
Feb 26, 2023
After a life of service and devotion to community, Eric Wayne Yates passed away at the age of 58 in his hometown of Mesa, Arizona of complications due to cancer on February 26, 2023. He was predeceased by his father, Samuel Yates and is survived by his wife of 37 years, Genevieve (Genny), his mother MaryAnn, 6 brothers and sisters...
Amy L. McDonough
Feb 20, 2023
Amy Lorraine McDonough passed away on February 20, 2023 with her husband and children at her side.
Amy was born on July 8, 1976 to Edward James McDonough III and Barbara Jean Stark in Tucson, Arizona.
Amy lived many places as a child, but some of her favorite memories were made in the desert surrounding a rock house her father...
Jack Keith Daniels
Feb 1, 2023
Jack Keith Daniels passed away at his home in Gilbert, Arizona on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at the age of 88. He was born in Alameda, California to Emmett William and Daisy Eugenie Daniels. Jack spent his childhood in Alameda and Oakland, California. He was in the Army from 1954-1957 and was stationed in Anchorage, Alaska. Jack graduated with a...
Stacie Beverly Cameron Turner-Barton
Jan 30, 2023
Stacie Beverly Cameron Turner-Barton, age 46, was taken from our lives on January 30, 2023 at her mother's home in York, Nebraska. Stacie was born to Sandra and Ken Turner in Mesa, Arizona on July 28, 1976. She was raised alongside her siblings: David, Rob, Kellye and James.
She attended Mesa High School and received her diploma in 1994. She...
Laddie "Bric" Briscoe Roberts
Jan 1, 2023
Laddie Briscoe Roberts, who went by Briscoe or "Bric", was born in his grandfather Hokan Hokanson's house in Thayne, Wyoming on September 15, 1936. There was no doctor, just a midwife, his Aunt Mary Hokanson, who was a registered nurse. He was the fourth of five children. His siblings were: LaRue, Cliel, Gayle, and his little sister Beth. He grew...
Bonnie Lee Brandenburg
Dec 5, 2022
Bonnie Lee (Kutter) Brandenburg, January 17, 1935-December 5, 2022. Born to Ulysses and Mildred Kutter. Bonnie grew up with her older brother John (Jack) Kutter in the small town of Peru, Illinois. Growing up, Bonnie was full of life and enjoyed being adventurous with things such as trick water skiing. After high school Bonnie attended the University of Iowa where...
Nancy Van Pelt
Nov 23, 2022
Nancy Jane Van Pelt passed away on November 23, 2022 at the age of 75 in Phoenix, Arizona. She will be greatly missed as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, a dedicated sister, a consummate professional, and an amazing friend. The world was blessed by Nancy's bright smile, giving heart, and creative ideas.
Nancy was born and raised in Cleveland,...
Olivia Munoz Fishback
Nov 22, 2022
Olivia Munoz Fishback was born in Phoenix July 10, 1930 and left her earthly body on November 22, 2022.
She is preceded in death by her parents Gilbert and Delores Munoz, sister Josie (Josephine) Soto, brothers, Gilbert, Thomas (Tommy), Arturo (Art) Munoz, niece Delores (Soto) Ferguson and nephew Eddie Soto.
She is survived by her brother Rudy (Lillian) Munoz and...
Harrison Lee
Nov 5, 2022
Harrison, 87, passed away November 5, in Gilbert, Az. Harrison was born November 20, 1934 in Shiner, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Ann, sons: Damian Charles in Shelton, WA.; Harrison J. in Mesa, Az; Edward Joel in San Francisco; sister: Ruby Faye Pleasant (Ken) in Brier, WA. and brother Edward Crockett in Seattle, WA and many wonderful...
Gerardo "Jerry" Fernando Nunez
Nov 3, 2022
Gerardo "Jerry" Fernando Nunez-dedicated husband, father of two, and friend of many-was taken away too soon on November 3, 2022 at the age of 32 in Casa Grande, Az.. He was and always will be immediately treasured.
Born to Martina Reyes and Gerardo F. Nunez on February 9, 1990 in Casa Grande, Jerry was an Arizona native. He graduated from...
Janice "Jan" Kay Wellborn
Oct 14, 2022
Jan Wellborn, 80, passed away on the morning of October 14, 2022, at home with husband/best friend, Gary Wellborn at her side, married for 47 years on August 24, 2022. They have been residents of Mesa, Az. since June 2019 coming from Westminster, Co. They attended Church of The Master Presbyterian in Mesa, Az..
Jan was born in Torrington, Wyoming....
Kat Willow Krause
Oct 12, 2022
Kat Willow Krause aka Kyle William Krause passed away suddenly on Wednesday the 12th of October 2022 at the young age of 24 years. Kat's celebration of life will take place on the 26th of November 2022 in her mother's home with many of her family and friends.
Kat was born in Mesa, Arizona on the 22nd of August 1998...
Patricia A. Cassell
Sep 7, 2022
Our loving mother, grandmother and sister passed away unexpectedly in Mesa, Arizona on the 7th day of September 2022. Patricia was born on the 26th of June 1946 in Washington DC to Thomas Earl Gavigan and France Faith Pritchard.
Patricia was a loving mother to her sons: Sean Koslowski and James Cassel and to her daughter: Kelly Hill, her grandchild:...
Angela "Angie" Kay McDonald
Aug 31, 2022
Angela Kay McDonald, 69, of Gilbert, AZ died August 31, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona.
Angie was born on November 5, 1952 to Raymond Gilbert Baker and Ethel Louise Flynn in Ajo, Arizona.
Angie attended Arizona State University receiving a Master's Degree with honors. Angie married John McDonald on February 14, 1986. Together they had four children: LaTosha (Steven) Roberts; Christie...
Arturo Mejia Solorzano
Aug 23, 2022
Arturo Mejia Solorzano beloved Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 23, 2022. He was 87 years old.
He was born May 3rd 1935 in Guatemala. Son of Jose Mejia Martinez and Josefa Solorzano.
At a very young age he was taught in the art of tailoring. By age 11 he was already a professional. Not too...
Jeannette Ann Carpio
Aug 21, 2022
Our loving mother, sister, grandmother and aunt passed away from this life August 21, 2022. Jeannettte was born to Warren E. and Jane D. Scott on July 21, 2022.
Jeannette is survived by her daughters: Pauline Cecena, Janell Robertson and Virginia Hale. Sisters: Priscilla A. Maktima-Scott and Cheryl Belin. Brothers: Samuel E., Warner B. and Audie Scott. Nephews: Stephen, Tony,...
Sylvia V. Lopez
Aug 9, 2022
Sylvia V. Lopez, 66, was born to the late Gilbert Perez and Josefina Verdugo Perez Marquez on January 14, 1956. She departed this earthly life at 4:00 am on August 9, 2022, surrounded by her immediate family.
She was born in Mesa, AZ, and grew up in the barrio. Many knew her by her nickname "Cabolla", and in her younger...
