Obituaries
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...
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,...
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)...
Helena Defonse
Aug 10, 2025
Helena Defonse, born Helena Damasse in Port-Salut, Haiti in 1940, was a devoted mother, friend, and servant of God who deeply loved her family. In 1969, she married Lemite Defonse, and together they were blessed with six children: Pascale, Clozene, Viles, Closel, Harry, and Daniella, as well as ten grandchildren.
Helena was a strong and hardworking woman who provided for her...
Richard Staab
Aug 9, 2025
Staab, Richard “Rick”, 72 of Chandler, AZ was called home August 9, 2025. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Rick was 1 of 7 children of Morton Louis and Francis Marie Staab. Rick attended Bourgade High School active in track, baseball and football. Some would suggest he occasionally tested the nuns’ faith with his antics.
Rick went on to follow in his mother’s...
Tammara Carnes
Aug 9, 2025
Tammara (Tammy) CarnesAge 41- Chandler, AZTammy passed away suddenly on the morning of August 9, 2025. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Tammy Carnes a devoted mother, daughter, sister, cousin and loving friend.
Tammy was born on November 30, 1983, to Millissa and Ralph Carnes. She leaves behind her grief-stricken parents, her two beloved children Madison and Hunter; her...
Antonio Lucas de Miguel
Aug 7, 2025
It is with great sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Antonio “Tony” Lucas de Miguel, who departed this life peacefully on August 7, 2025, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 90.
Born on January 9, 1935, in Aldea del Pinar, Burgos, Spain, Antonio was the beloved son of the late Domingo Lucas Gómez and Catalina de Miguel...
Mary Susan Collins
Aug 4, 2025
Mary Susan Collins, 85, formerly of Kankakee, IL and Marin County CA, died peacefully August 4, 2025 in Chandler, AZ. She was born January 17, 1940, the daughter of Arthur T. and Beatrice Grenier Collins in Kankakee, IL. She graduated from St. Patrick’s High School and Mount Mary University and had a lifelong career in special education as a teacher,...
Joseph Brinton Wise
Aug 2, 2025
Joseph Brinton Wise
Son of Paul Joseph Wise and Barbara Brinton.Born December 2, 1941, in Salt Lake City, Utah.Married Gayla Irene Stokes on June 10, 1964 in Logan, Utah Temple.Passed away on August 2, 2025 at his home in Gilbert, Arizona.His family lived in Ogden, Utah, then moved to Minnesota and Illinois. In Minnesota, he met his future wife, Gayla Irene...
Rodney William Sowers
Aug 1, 2025
Rodney William Sowers passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born in Ogden, Utah, on August 17, 1945, he was the son of Ivon Lewis Sowers and Kathryn Erma Sowers.
Rodney graduated from Ogden High School in 1963 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Utah. Following college, he...
Luke Sipe
Jul 31, 2025
Luke Sipe, aged 54, passed away peacefully at home with his family in Ahwatukee, Arizona, on July 31, 2025, after a brave battle with stage IV cancer.
Born in Sedalia, Missouri, on July 21, 1971, Luke spent his early childhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, before his family relocated to Chandler, Arizona, in 1985. He graduated from Chandler High School, attended Arizona...
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