Obituaries
George Marvin Johnson
Dec 12, 2025
George “Marvin” Johnson passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving wife and children on December 12, 2025
He was born on August 19, 1937 to Ernest and Nora Johnson in his childhood home in Prescott, Arizona and was one of eight children: May Jean (who died in infancy), Merlene Cope, Anna Jean Fleming, Ernest Johnson, Myrna Johnson, Linda Bloom, and Carol...
William "Bill" Kral
Dec 9, 2025
William “Bill” Kral, 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Chandler, AZ on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 30, 1954, in Euclid, Ohio, Bill was the beloved son of Pearl and Stephen Kral. He attended Euclid High School, graduating in 1972, and later pursued his passion for cars at the Chevrolet...
Josephine Aurelia Sperl
Dec 7, 2025
Josephine was born on May 28, 1926 in Millerville, MN to Joseph and Mary Haiden. She died peacefully at the age of 99 on December 7, 2025.
Josephine lived on a family farm until the age of seventeen at which time she left the farm to attend St. Gabriel’s School of Nursing where she served as a member of the U.S....
David Alan Bennett
Dec 2, 2025
In Memory of David Alan Bennett
On December 2, 2025, we lost David Bennett of Phoenix, Arizona, in a tragic automobile accident. A beloved presence in the music community, David worked tirelessly behind the scenes, shaping countless live performances and ensuring that every fan experienced the magic of the moment.
David was born in Sandusky, Michigan, to Gary and Debra Bennett, and...
Dorothy Ann Duncan
Dec 1, 2025
Dorothy Ann Duncan, 84, of Tempe, Arizona, returned home to her Heavenly Father on December 1st, 2025, at 7:00 a.m., peacefully surrounded by her family.
Dorothy was born on January 16th, 1941, in Phoenix, Arizona, to William Glenn Foote and Alice Irma (Devore) Foote. She joined her beloved older brother, James E. Foote, who became her lifelong hero and protector.
From an...
Christina Elnora Garza
Nov 29, 2025
Christina Elnora Garza passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 58, in Mesa, Arizona. She was born in Glendale, California. She lived in Arizona from the age of 6, except for the 4 years she spent at Trinity College in San Antonio, Texas and the year she taught school in California. She received her masters in Anthropology...
Bill McCoach
Nov 24, 2025
Bill McCoach, 78, of Sun Lakes, Arizona passed away at home on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He was born on January 6, 1947, to Donald and Olga (Krawchuk) McCoach. He grew up in Oceanside, NY, alongside two brothers, Robert and Roger McCoach. He attended undergraduate at Lehigh University and received his master’s degree from the University of...
Kevin Watson Clark
Nov 22, 2025
Kevin Watson Clark passed away on November 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 66 years old.
Kevin was born in San Rafael, California, to Lawrence Clark and Katherine Pierce. The second of five children, he grew up alongside his siblings—Becky, Ann, David, and Peggy. He was raised in Klamath Falls, Oregon, where he worked on the family ranch,...
Karen Lenore Carboun
Nov 20, 2025
Karen Lenore Carboun
January 14, 1963 – November 20, 2025
Karen was born on January 14, 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona and was quickly brought home to a loving family where she would be the youngest sibling of four. Her parents, Nadine and Otis Hilton raised her and her brothers, Kelvin, Kenny, and Kim, with immense love and care. Karen’s youth involved spending...
Jerry Marzano
Nov 19, 2025
Jerry Marzano, age 71, was born on April 21, 1954, in Tacoma, Washington, and passed away on November 19, 2025, while in Arizona.
Jerry was a devoted husband, father, and ,Papa and his love for family guided every step of his life. He and his wife, Pam, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a wonderful six-week trip through Italy and...
Robert S. Quezada
Nov 15, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that the family of Roberto S. Quezada, 88, of Gilbert, Arizona, announces his passing on November 15, 2025. Roberto passed peacefully surrounded by family members.
Born on September 19, 1937, Roberto lived a life marked by strength, humility, and unwavering devotion to those he loved, including God and country. He built his life on...
Manuel Garcia
Nov 13, 2025
Manuel García, 75, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home on November 13, 2025. Born on February 27, 1950, in Eden, Texas, Manuel was a devoted husband to Olivia García and a loving father to Priscilla Acero, Ursula Garcia, Manuel Garcia, Jason Garcia, and Raul Garcia. He has 22 Grandkids, 29 Great-Grandkids and 1 Great Great Granddaughter. Manuel is...
Joan A Harrison
Nov 13, 2025
Joan A. Harrison, 86, of Green Valley, Arizona passed away on November 13, 2025 in Gilbert, AZ. She was born on July 29, 1939 in Gallatin County, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Zola (Wood) Edwards.
Joan was a 1957 graduate of Ridgway High School and a 1960 graduate of Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing receiving a Registered Nurse degree. She...
Tony Anthony Montaño
Nov 5, 2025
Tony Anthony Montaño, age 62, passed away on November 5, 2025. A native of Chandler, Arizona, Tony was born on January 26, 1963 to the late Raul B. Montaño and Guadalupe “Lupe” Montaño.
Tony embraced life with enthusiasm, especially when it involved sports and friendly competition. He was a dedicated athlete, participating in the Special Olympics and enjoying his time in...
Connie Sue Buchanan
Nov 2, 2025
Connie Sue Buchanan (née Sampson), age 66, passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2025, at her home in Chandler, Arizona.
Connie will be remembered for her passion for karaoke, her love for her daughters and grandsons, and the joy she brought to her friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Phyllis Sampson; her sister, Marsha Cade...
Chris P. Billetdeaux
Nov 2, 2025
Chris P. Billetdeaux, 64, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away with the same quiet strength and independence that defined his life. One of four brothers, Chris was the wild one—the free spirit who couldn’t be fenced in. He never lived by the rules, and he never needed to. He was a man who carved his own path, barefoot if he had...
Terry Allan Pearo
Oct 31, 2025
It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved father, Terry Pearo.
As many of you know, he saved me when I was seven years old and raised me on his own. He taught me to always be a person of my word and would often remind me, “Trust takes years to build and only a...
Jean Shappy Vaughan
Oct 28, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Jean Shappy Vaughan announces her passing on October 28, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 81. Born on November 16, 1943, she spent her earlier years in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, and Atlanta, Georgia before eventually relocating to Gilbert, Arizona in 2003 to be closer to...
Kenneth Marmon
Oct 26, 2025
Mesa, ArizonaKenneth Marmon went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2025. Kenneth was a man who-if you were fortunate enough to meet him-you would not forget him. He was a true man, faithful to his family, faithful to his God, faithful to his friends. If you needed his help, he was ready and willing to help. He was...
LaFon Cooper Baker
Oct 23, 2025
LaFon Cooper Baker
Born December 20, 1937, at Southside Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, to Alton and Stella Cooper, she was the oldest of five children. The Coopers lived in Kyrene, Arizona at the time of her birth. The family moved to Higley, Arizona after her sister Beverly was born. LaFon completed her first four years of school at Higley School District....






