Obituaries
Irma Bressler
Jun 2, 2025
Irma Bressler, a devoted mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 71.
Irma lived a life defined by love, resilience, generosity, and joy. She was a woman who gave endlessly to others — a nurturer, a cheerleader, a businesswoman, and a pillar of strength for all who knew her....
Scott Edward Dolezal
May 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Scott Edward Dolezal February 14, 1965 – May 28, 2025With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Scott Edward Dolezal, who left us far too soon on May 28, 2025, at the age of 60. Scott was a man of remarkable spirit—fiercely independent, endlessly curious, and full of life. His presence filled every room, and his absence leaves...
Joanne Arlene Niffenegger
May 27, 2025
Joanne Arlene Niffenegger, known as “Jo” to close friends, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 27, 2025, at Caissa Assisted Home Care in Gilbert, Arizona. She was 89 years old.
Joanne was born on April 3, 1936, in Rockford, Illinois, to Thelma (Falkner) and John Joesten. She worked for the United States Postal Service for 33 years, retiring in...
Zoilo Rodriguez Sr.
May 26, 2025
Zoilo Rodriguez Sr., age 55, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Born in Newburgh, New York, on April 26, 1970, Zoilo lived a life defined by love, laughter, and deep compassion for those around him.
He dedicated many years to his work at NYSUT, where he made lasting connections and...
Raymond John Wojtas
May 23, 2025
Raymond John Wojtas passed away on May 23, 2025. He was born August 22, 1941 to parents Joseph Wojtas and Helen Tomal in Chicago, Illinois, and brother Richard Wojtas. He worked at a young age contributing to his family, then served the US Army in Berlin. Upon return, he established a decades-long career selling lumber and married Rosalind Martello, with...
Janell Deloris Scott
May 22, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Janell Deloris Scott, age 82, of Chandler, Arizona, on May 22, 2025. Janell was a remarkable woman who touched countless lives with her wisdom, humor, and unwavering sense of resolve.
She was born in June 1942 and raised in Sylvania, GA. She graduated valedictorian from Central High School and went...
David Lee Calhoun
May 19, 2025
David Lee Calhoun, 77, passed away on May 19, 2025, in Chandler, Arizona surrounded by his wife Marita, daughter Gina and son-in-law Richard. Born on May 27, 1947, David was known for his sharp wit, dark humor, and intelligence.
David proudly served in the Army, retiring after a distinguished career that earned him the respect and camaraderie of his fellow soldiers....
Daniel Sabori
May 19, 2025
Daniel Sabori, 63, of Chandler, Arizona, died unexpectedly on May 19, 2025 in Sacaton. He was born February 8, 1962 in Sacaton to Raymond and Salvita Elizabeth (Betty) Sabori and grew up in Gilbert. He was a member of the Gila River Indian Community, and San Carlos Apache on his mother’s side.
Daniel graduated from Gilbert High School in 1980 and...
Bernard Aloys "Barney" Taylor
May 17, 2025
In Loving Memory ofBernard Aloys “Barney” TaylorMarch 1, 1930 to May 17, 2025Bernard Aloys Taylor, known affectionately as “Barney”, passed away at the age of 95 in his home in Phoenix, Arizona on May 17, 2025. Barney was a kind and steady soul with a love for family and the game of golf. Barney leaves behind a legacy of humility,...
Reed Morgan Willis
May 12, 2025
In Loving MemoryReed Morgan WillisJune 25, 1930 – May 12, 2025Lifelong Chandler resident and rancher, Reed Morgan Willis, has left his earthly life to return to his heavenly home. Our dear dad, at the age of 94, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, just eight days after our mom’s passing. He will be greatly missed.
Born on June 25, 1930...
Eileen Lingying Wiley
May 12, 2025
Eileen Lingying Wiley passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Arizona, her adopted home in the United States.
She is survived by her husband Terrence “Terry,” with whom she shared 43 years of marriage, and three sons (and their wives) Kris (Karen), Kevin (Kim), and Aaron (Amanda), as well as her eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Eileen was born in Kaohsiung,...
Joan O. Coleman
May 11, 2025
Joan O. Coleman, 91, from Sun Lakes, Arizona passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, in Gilbert, Arizona. Born on March 12, 1934, in New York City, she was the daughter of William Vail Brill and Eliza Laura Morash.
On April 6, 1957, Joan married her beloved husband, Wallace “Wally” Coleman, in the Madison Presbyterian Church in New York—an intimate chapel...
Minerba "Minnie" Molina
May 10, 2025
In Loving MemoryMinerba (AKA Minnie) Molina July 27, 1933 – May 10, 2025Minerba (AKA Minnie) Molina passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on May 10, 2025, in her home.
She was born on July 27, 1933, in Gillett, Texas, to her parents, Jesus Dominguez and Casandra Dominguez.
On February 6, she was united in marriage with Theodore V. Molina. Together, they...
Clifford Reed Osborne
May 9, 2025
Clifford Reed Osborne10/28/1941-5/9/2025Cliff Osborne passed peacefully from this earth on May 9th. He was preceded by his father, Robert W “Bob” Osborne Sr. and his mother Frances Ruth Osborne.
Cliff was born and raised in El Paso, TX in 1941, where he graduated from Ysleta High School in the class of 1959. He attended the University of Wyoming with a baseball...
Tiffany Beebe
May 8, 2025
Tiffany Beebe, 59, passed away on May 8, 2025 in Gilbert, Arizona.
Born on May 15 1965 in Pensacola Florida to James Leon Burnett and Sharyn Sue Burnett, Tiffany lived a life marked by being a mother to 3 children and a friend to many. She loved to travel, ski and was always the most fashionable woman in the room. She...
Kathleen (Bean) Michele Lawless
May 7, 2025
Kathleen (Bean) Michele Lawless, age 66 from Maricopa, AZ passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Chandler Regional in AZ. She was born August 24, 1958 in Riverhead, NY to the late Matt and Ella Lawless.
Bean was an amazing Aunt and Mother to her large family; She also loved teaching elementary. Kathleen was very outgoing and loved to adventure...
Dennis Roy Koedyker
May 4, 2025
Dennis Roy Koedyker, 84, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025. Born in Gary, Indiana, Dennis Koedyker was a devoted son to Orval and Clarice Koedyker and a loving brother to his younger sister, Cheryle. He graduated from Portage Township High School in 1958 and continued his education at Indiana University and Butler University.
In 1963, Dennis proudly...
Janis Weech Willis
May 4, 2025
IN LOVING MEMORYNorma Janis Weech WillisMarch 11, 1931 – May 4, 2025
Our beloved matriarch, Norma Janis Weech Willis, has gone home after a long and valiant life. Mom passed away the morning of May 4, 2025 at the age of 94. We will miss her very much.
Janis was born on March 11, 1931 to Hyrum Newell and Christine Gilliland Weech...
Ann Mary Weymouth
May 1, 2025
Ann Mary Weymouth, age 83, born on July 23, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. Ann dedicated many years of her life to the Society of Actuaries, where she worked in the Meeting Department.
She is survived by her children, Julie (Roger) and Daniel, Jr. (Dina), and her sister, Barbara. Ann’s legacy continues...
Harrel Dean Dowling
May 1, 2025
Son of Willard and Opal (Sanford) Dowling was born August 20, 1945 in Sweetwater, TX and passed on May 1, 2025 in Chandler, AZ at the age of 79.
He retired from Motorola where he was the Fire Captain for the Volunteer Fire Brigade and went on to retire from the Phoenix Fire Department where he was a Fire Prevention Specialist.
He...
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