Obituaries
Andrew James Noorda
Sep 24, 2025
Andrew James Noorda, age 20, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Andrew was born and raised in Gilbert, where he built a life full of curiosity, determination, and love for family and friends.
From a young age, his passion for athletics led him to gymnastics, then wrestling in junior high and high school, and later to pole...
Michael DeLynne Shreeve
Sep 11, 2025
Michael Delynne Shreeve, 73, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, at home under hospice care, surrounded by his devoted wife, after a courageous battle with cancer.Born on August 12, 1952, in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, Michael was a proud United States Navy veteran. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of La...
Allen Belsher
Sep 9, 2025
Allen Belsher
Adored husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Allen Belsher passed away in Chandler Arizona, September 9th, 2025. Allen fearlessly battled cancer for three years, and left his physical body in peace knowing he lived well, surrounded by his family. He leaves behind a legacy of strength and love.
He was born in Chandler, Arizona to Donald and Jay Belsher,...
Robert Wesley Leitner
Sep 9, 2025
It is with profound sadness and the heaviest of hearts that the family of Robert “Bob” Wesley Leitner announces his peaceful passing at home on September 9, 2025, at the age of 78.
Bob was born on February 7, 1947, in Winnsboro, South Carolina, and grew up in Fargo, North Dakota. He attended Washington Elementary, Benjamin Franklin Junior High School, and...
D. Annette Shousha
Sep 8, 2025
D. Annette (Gentry) Shousha passed on September 8, 2025. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Alfred Shousha, M.D.; their identical triplet sons: Matthew, Luke, and John; her parents: Thurman and Laura Belle Gentry, and her brothers: Charles, Robert, and Thomas. She leaves behind her sons: Mark and T. Andre’ (wife Barbara); daughters: Anne, Mary (husband Michel Heitmann),...
Jacquelyn Hope McKenna
Sep 7, 2025
Jacquelyn Hope McKenna, affectionately known as "Jackie," passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 82. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, Jackie moved to Arizona in 1960 and led a life rooted in service, education, and unwavering kindness—leaving a profound and lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Jackie was a beloved...
Joseph Leon Greene
Sep 1, 2025
Joseph Leon GreeneApril 22, 1964 - September 1, 2025Joseph Leon Greene was born to Dorothy Wires and Louis Greene on April 22, 1964 in Bedford, Indiana. He grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and attended Madrid Elementary school and West High School, graduating in 1982. Joseph attended ASU, earning a Bachelor Degree in Education in 1993 and later received his Master’s...
Barbara Ruth Cummings
Aug 30, 2025
Barbara Ruth Cummings (Barb or Pastor Barb) was born in Danville, Illinois on November 30, 1937, to Thelma Louise and James Saunders Cummings. She passed to her Heavenly Father on August 30, 2025, surrounded by several dear friends. Barb is survived by her brother, Jim Cummings, and his wife, Judy, of Denver, Colorado, her niece, Judyann Cummings, and her husband,...
Pamela Kaye Watson
Aug 30, 2025
Pamela Kaye Watson was called Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 30, 2025 in Chandler, AZ. She was born on December 8th, 1964 in Ft. Worth Texas to parents Ronald E. & Shirley Kitterman Watson.
When she was four years old, her parents moved her first to Celle and later to Hamburg, Germany where she attended...
Thomas E. Wiatt
Aug 28, 2025
In Loving Memory Of Tom WiattMarch 27, 1948 – August 28, 2025Tom Wiatt, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a 12-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 77 years old.
Born on March 27, 1948, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Tom was the son of Ann and Leonard Wiatt. His life was...
Danielle Kristin Hawks
Aug 27, 2025
Danielle Kristin Hawks was born on August 20, 1971, in Manhattan, New York, and she grew up in Cresskill, New Jersey. She later spent many meaningful years in Northern Virginia and for the past decade, Danielle called Phoenix, Arizona, home. She tragically departed this world on August 27, 2025, leaving behind a profound impact on all who had the privilege...
Juan Jurado
Aug 27, 2025
Juan “Johnny” Jurado was born on December 18, 1951 to Jose and Mary Jurado in Safford, Arizona.
On June 2, 1978, Johnny married the love of his life, Josie Jurado. Johnny and Josie were happily married for 42 years and had 4 children together, Raimy, Jose, Tony, and L.J, along with Johnny’s two older children Becky and Johnny. Over their 42...
Scotty Roy Chestnut
Aug 27, 2025
In Loving Memory Of Scotty ChestnutScotty Chestnut, an adored husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, son, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 27th, leaving behind a legacy of strength, laughter, and unwavering love.
Scotty lived life with a fearless spirit and a heart rooted deeply in family. Known for his passion for Harley motorcycles, Crown Royal, and rock music, he carried himself...
John Michael Baker
Aug 26, 2025
John Michael Baker passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the age of 77 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
He was born August 21, 1948, in Arlington, Virginia, the oldest son and second child of Paul Bliss Baker Jr. and Ruth Compton Baker.
John is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Connie Baker; his children, Jennifer (Matt) Mitchell, Jeffrey (Toshiko) Baker,...
David Wallace Henry Hansen
Aug 25, 2025
David Wallace Henry Hansen's Life Story
David Wallace Henry Hansen, 87, passed peacefully of natural causes on August 25, 2025 at his home in Sun Lakes, AZ. Born January 13, 1938, in Boone, Iowa, to Margaret Ruth Holloman Henry and Lester Henry. David moved to Sparks, Nevada in 1940 with his mother and stepfather Oliver Hansen before moving to Arizona in...
Monty Christopher Jahaske
Aug 24, 2025
Monty Christopher Jahaske, age 51, of Tempe, Arizona, passed away on August 24th, 2025.
Born on August 15 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Monty was the cherished son of Arnold and Diane Jahaske. A graduate of Lake Park High School, he became co-owner of a plastics engineering company, where his dedication and drive were evident in everything he did.
Monty lived life...
Kevin Lee Slater
Aug 20, 2025
In Loving Memory Of Kevin Lee Slater (1969–2025)It is with both deep sorrow and great love that we announce the passing of Kevin Lee Slater, who was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on September 18, 1969. Kevin was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose life was centered around his love for his family, his faith, and his generous heart.
After...
James Henry Schmit
Aug 19, 2025
James Henry “Jim” Schmit, aged 75, passed peacefully August 19, 2025 in Chandler AZ. He was born in Port Washington, WI.
Jim graduated from East Lansing High School in 1967. After graduating, Jim served honorably in the US Army at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Jim moved to Chandler, AZ taking pride in working with the City of Tempe where he worked as a...
Rose Marie Brown
Aug 16, 2025
Rose Marie Brown, 96, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side.
She was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the sixth of seven children. On June 23, 1950, she married her best friend, R. Earl Brown. Together they made many homes and friends across the United States, spending most of their years in Ohio,...
Priscilla Mary Foster
Aug 11, 2025
Priscilla ‘Pris’ Mary Foster, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11th at Vesta House in Chandler, Arizona.
She was born in Glens Falls, NY on August 4, 1942 to George Edwin and Florence Matilda Marra Penders.
Pris is survived her sister, Paula Prater of Palmer, MA, her sister in law, Helen Fowler (Vaughn) of Queensbury, NY, her daughter Elizabeth ‘Beth’ Wilder (Ernie)...
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