Obituaries
Ramon E. Stone
Feb 2, 2024
Ramon (Ray) E. Stone, 83, of Maricopa, AZ died Friday, February 2, 2024, at Chandler Regional
Hospital. He was born October 21, 1940, in Jacksonville, IL, the son of Byron Franklin Stone and
Mabel Mae (Sweeney) Symmonds. He married Hallie Heberling in 1962 and later married Susan A.
Brown in 1980.
Ray is survived by his wife; Brother (Jim Stone); two children, Sabre Wedeking...
Dr. Edward "Ed" William Galapeaux
Jan 30, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we are writing of the passing of Ed Galapeaux on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Honor Health Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale, AZ. Ed was the son of Dr. Edward Albert Galapeaux and Margaret “Peggy” Lister Galapeaux of Chicago. He was 81 at his passing.
He is survived by his sister, Susan Galapeaux Lake of Scottsdale,...
Ron Wettels
Jan 30, 2024
Ron Wettels, Age 70, of Maricopa, AZ passed away unexpectedly on January 30th, 2024 at Chandler Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. Ron was born August 8, 1953 to Shirley Wettels ( Letourneau) in Grand Rapids, MN and adopted by Harold (Bud) Wettels. He grew up in Minnesota and North Dakota with his brother Steve and sisters...
Anthony "Andy" Burnett
Jan 29, 2024
Anthony “Andy” Burnett was born on November 23, 1965, to James Nathan and Emma Jean Burnett. “Andy” (what his father started calling him) was the last bundle of joy to join the Burnett family. Andy was proceeded in death by an older sister Andrea Kay. Andy grew up with his parents and three siblings on Colorado Street in the historic...
Joanne Irene Fitzgerald
Jan 29, 2024
Joanne Irene Fitzgerald (Nee: LaPapa) of Maricopa, Arizona passed away peacefully January 29, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Joanne was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She and her husband, Roger, first made their home in Chicago, then later moved to the suburbs including Alsip, Evergreen Park, and finally Elburn, Illinois to raise their children. Joanne and Roger moved...
George Marsh
Jan 26, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we are writing of the passing of George Marsh on January 26th, 2024. George was born into and spent his early years on the family cotton farm in Casa Grande, Arizona. During his youth in Casa Grande, George exceled at school sports, where he led his football team to a State Championship in 1951. While...
Robert (Bob) Calvin Power
Jan 26, 2024
Bob Power passed away January 26, 2024 at the Dobson Home Hospice of the Valley. Bob was the son of Wilbur and Louise (Ross) Power. He was born March 24, 1945 at the Tempe Clinic Hospital (now called St. Luke’s Hospital). Bob is survived by three of his four children, Robyn Power, Robert Power II, and Erin Pottberg and five...
Phillip Wheatley
Jan 25, 2024
Byron Phillip Wheatley “Phil” was born December 1, 1959 in Ajo, Arizona to Richard Larey Wheatley and Elenor Greene. He was their third child and baby brother to Sherre Snesko (John) and Ellen Whitcomb (Bear). Phil loved life and lived it to its fullest. Over his life Phil lived in Arizona, California, Illinois, Virginia and then returned to settle in...
Taylor Glenn Stithem
Jan 18, 2024
Taylor Glenn Stithem, 32, Born October 1, 1991 in Phoenix, AZ suddenly passed away January 18, 2024 in Chandler, AZ. He was married to Sara Stithem for only 10 months, unfortunately they passed together.
Taylor was born and raised in Arizona, graduating from Corona Del Sol High School in 2010. He was a hard working family man and gamer. He enjoyed...
Judy Thayer
Jan 18, 2024
Judy (Musgrove) Thayer went to be with Jesus at 79 years on January 18, 2024 at 4:50 pm in Chandler, AZ. She was born on April 15, 1944 in Silver Spring, Maryland. She was one of three children. Judy married Bill Thayer on January 18, 1964. They had two children, Dawn Lenz and Bill Thayer.
Judy and Bill moved to Arizona...
Sidney Paul Mulherin
Jan 16, 2024
Sidney Paul Mulherin, beloved son of Doris and Allen Allred, passed away on January 16, 2024, in Tempe, Arizona. Born on September 22, 1945, Sidney lived a rich and fulfilling life that touched the hearts of those around him.
Sidney's career spanned several esteemed companies, including Motorola, Sea Ray boats, and Home Depot. With dedication and a strong work ethic, he...
DeVar J. Brown
Jan 15, 2024
DeVar J Brown, 88, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024, in his Phoenix home, with members of his family in attendance.
DeVar was born March 30, 1935, in Central, Arizona, to Woodrow J and Mary Lofgreen Brown. He grew up in Thatcher, where he attended elementary school, high school, and Eastern Arizona Junior College. After graduating from EAJC he spent...
Curtis Michael Morales
Jan 14, 2024
Curtis “Curt” Michael Morales was born on October 31, 1951 in San Francisco, CA. He made his departure from this earth on January 14, 2024, at the age of 72, due to unexpected complications from surgery after what started as a minor ailment.
Curt is survived by his loving wife, Laura and her daughter Hailee, his children...
Charles "Skip" Petry
Jan 13, 2024
Charles “Skip” Petry, 68, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on January 13, 2024, after complications from pneumonia, surrounded by loved ones.
Born in the late evening hours on December 31, 1955, to Russell and Olwen Petry, Charles came into the world with a peaceful and gentle spirit in Elmhurst, Illinois. When Skip was almost 2 years old, he and his family...
Paul Alan Brent
Jan 9, 2024
In Loving Memory of
Paul Alan Brent
January 6th, 1969 - January 9th, 2024
Our dearest Paul Alan Brent began his next journey on January 9, 2024. Paul was a proud husband, a father to five girls, a grandfather to three boys, a son, a brother, and a friend.
Paul’s larger-than-life playfulness and his...
Marie Ann Thompson
Jan 8, 2024
Marie Ann (Warrick) Thompson born June 29th, 1944 in Blythe, California, passed away peacefully at the age of 79. Marie married the love of her life, Don Thompson in 1959, and they lived in Chandler for 64 years.
Marie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She had two children Bret (Pam) Thompson and Lori (Keith) Hedges;...
Amanda Largo
Jan 5, 2024
In Loving Memory of Amanda Largo: A Life Celebrated
Amanda Largo, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and member of our community, passed away on January 5th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and compassion. Born on September 27th, 1997, to Robert and Michelle Van Damme, Amanda's radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
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Norma June Barnette
Jan 4, 2024
Norma June Barnette was born October 26, 1942 in Mesa, Arizona and passed away on January 4, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 81. She attended Arizona State School for the Deaf in Tucson, Arizona for most of her educational years. Norma was creative and developed talents in crocheting, ceramics, jewelry making and upholstery. Things that gave her...
Dorel Cioara
Jan 3, 2024
Dorel Cioara, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather & brother, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness. His family finds comfort in knowing that he is now in the loving embrace of his Heavenly Father.
Dorel is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Ginger. Their marriage was...
Michael "Mike" William Myers
Dec 30, 2023
Michael “Mike” William Myers, 48, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on December 30, 2023 after battle with an extended illness. His family and friends are extremely saddened by his sudden passing.
Mike was passionate about music, especially rock and metal with his favorites being Elvis Presley, Metallica and Social Distortion. Anyone that knew Mike, knew he had a true passion for...