Obituaries

Virginia Lee (Dawson) Archer passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on August 21, 2023, at the age of 89, in Gilbert, Arizona. She was born on December 14, 1933, to Patrick Albert Dawson and Helen Ruby Doan in Indianapolis, Indiana.Virginia had the incredible ability to make those around her feel special and loved, even a stranger on the...

Vivian Venezia (Martin) of Scottsdale, AZ (formerly Lee’s Summit, MO) passed away Friday, August 18th, 2023 at the age of 99.  She was a graduate of Paseo High School in Kansas City, MO in 1942.  Vivian worked at H&R Block, and she was also in jewelry sales at Zales Jewelers, and a seamstress in the family business, Venezia Interiors, for...

Katherine “Kathy” Yovine Brown Uhles passed to join her Lord and family on August 7, 2023.  Kathy was 84 years of age at the time of her passing. She was the mother to three children, 7 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.Kathy, or Yovine as she was affectionally known by her family, was born in Okemah, OK on December 13, 1938, to...

Jerald Wayne Harter, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at his home in Chandler, Arizona, on Aug. 13, 2023. He was born Nov. 14, 1938, in Bismarck, North Dakota, where he starred in football, basketball, and baseball. After attending Bismarck Junior College, Jerry earned an athletic scholarship to Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota.One of highlights of his playing...

Calvin William Rezzonico, a devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend went to be with the Lord on August 4th, 2023.Calvin (Cal) was born on March 29th, 1957, in Prescott, Arizona. He was raised by his parents Bill & Velma alongside his brothers and sisters in Chino Valley until the family moved the dairy to Gilbert in 1968. Calvin’s dedication...

Shane Thomas Ahern was born on December 19th, 1988, to Sean and Lorrie Ahern in Scottsdale, Arizona. Shane was the fourth child out of five.When Shane was little you would always find him wearing his tube socks with gray cowboys’ boots, even on Halloween when he dressed up as Batman one year! Shane grew up for a love of baseball,...

Susan Jane Carew passed away in the hospital in Chandler, Arizona on July 19, 2023. She was born on Christmas Day, 1946 in San Francisco, California to Thomas Carew Sr. and Alice Carew. She was preceded in death by both parents and her sister Kathleen. Susan attended Star of the Sea Grammer School and Star of the Sea Academy, graduating...

Donald Lee Johnson was born on October 12, 1939, in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Gladys Johnson.  He passed away peacefully on August 4, 2023, in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ethel.  Left to honor his memory are his family, Katrina Johnson, Rebecca (Jim) Klufa, Daryl Johnson, Derek Johnson, Jack Johnson, and also numerous...

Clara Del Rio Scott, 59, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on August 2, 2023. Clara is survived by Cirilo Del Rio, brother Jean Jr. and nieces & nephews. Clara was preceded in death by her mother, Cleo Chamalbide and sister, Manuelita Romero Valdez. A Visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Monday, August 7, 2023, at Whitney & Murphy Bueler...

Dixie Anne Lee DuBois was born on August 6th, 1943, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada to Sheldon E. Lee and Leila Davina Rice Lee. She was the oldest daughter, followed by her dearest, younger sister Patty, who arrived three years later. She spent much of her early childhood in Lethbridge, until the untimely passing of her mother at age eight. Her...

Ronald William DerrApril 14, 1951 – July 10, 2023We honor the life and legacy of Ronald William Derr (Ron), a man of unwavering faith and devotion, who departed from us on July 10, 2023, in Arizona. Ron was a God-loving Christian whose journey on this Earth left an indelible mark of love and hard work. Born on April 14, 1951...

Margaret Noble Jackson, a beloved mother, sister, friend, and inspiration to all who knew her, passed away on June 30th, 2023. Born on August 3rd, 1963, in Moses Lake, Washington, Margaret embodied a vivaciousness that was simply contagious. She possessed a spunk and vibrancy that captivated those around her, earning her the reputation of a spirited soul with a mischievous...

Robert (Bob) Corrado passed away peacefully in Phoenix, Arizona on July 19, 2023. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 23, 1942, to Louis and Lena (Bertolini) Corrado. He was preceded in death by his brother, James.He served honorably in the United States Army and was stationed in Fort Huachuca in Arizona and along the DMZ in South Korea.Bob...

Coach and retired teacher, James Thomas Clark, or “Coach Clark”, as most people know him, returned to his Heavenly Father on Monday, July 17th, 2023, at the age of 76. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Jim came out a hero and stayed strong...

Roger Otto BonngardSun Lakes, Arizona – Friday July 7, 2023Roger Otto Bonngard, age 86 passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side.Roger was born Feb 3, 1937 in Kenosha, WI. While in college he met and married his sweetheart, Nancy Hanson. They were married for 62 years and have 4 children. In 1976 they moved from Union...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father, Robert William Kraemer (Bob), at the age of 70.Bob was born May 21, 1953. During the Vietnam War, Bob volunteered for The United States Air Force and was stationed in Vietnam where he worked on the weapon systems of fighter jets used during the war.Bob...

In Memory of Nancy WidenerNancy Widener, who entered this world July 2, 1937, peacefully passed away July 2, 2023, on her birthday. Today we gather to celebrate her life and bid farewell.The only child of Clyde and Geneva Oglesby, she grew up in Dayton, Ohio. She graduated from Fairview High School in 1955. Nancy then further pursued her education at...

Phoenix – Nancy Lindsay died peacefully on June 27, 2023 from complications related to Alzheimer’s. Nancy Bernice Heritage was born on June 2, 1936, in Hollandale, Mississippi. Following early years growing up with her grandparents and extended family, the Heritage family moved to Greenville. Nancy worked while excelling in school and earned both an associate’s degree in Junior College and...

Roberta Juanita Hernandez Diaz, 59, was born on September 23, 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona, were she was raised and resided.  Roberta passed from this world on June 27, 2023 and is now reunited with her parents Asencion and Patricia Hernandez along with her two older sisters Theresa and Dorothy Hernandez. Roberta is survived by her husband Isadore Moses Diaz and...

Nancy Tucholski, 81, a long-time resident of Chandler, Arizona, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday afternoon, June 4, 2023. Her daughter Janet was by her side, and her two granddaughters Katie (25) and Abbey (20) were also nearby. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Leon “Art” Tucholski, her parents Harold and Ruby...