Obituaries

Louis William Ruotolo, a beloved husband and father passed away with his family around him on February 17, 2022, at the age of 90, in Gilbert, Arizona.Louis was born and raised in Highland Park, New Jersey in 1931. After graduating high school from Highland Park High School in 1949 he served two years in the United States Navy during the...

Stephanie Catherine Kaiser, 63, a former resident of the Bisbee area, passed away on February 13th, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. Stephanie was a passionate fighter for justice with a deep love of the natural world. Growing up in North Merrick on Long Island, NY, Stephanie surrounded herself with animals—a dog, cats, rabbits, a turtle, even snakes—and was fascinated by insects....

Alice Louise Hanna Brinkerhoffpassed away peacefully on Sunday, February 20, 2022 in Gilbert, Arizona. She was born to George and Norma Hanna on October 3, 1942 in Pocatello, Idaho. As the oldest of ten children, she learned to work hard and serve others. She could organize anything. Nurturing was her natural gift and she offered it to anyone she met....

Edna Marie Robinson83, passed peacefully in her sleep on Friday February 4, 2022.  She was born to Fred and Ella Woller in Statton, CO.  She was the youngest of 11 children.Edna travelled the world with her husband, Glenn E. Robinson a TSgt in the US Airforce to Spain, Germany and across the US.  She worked as the Chandler Salvation Army...

Derrill Lee Pugh “Slappy”of Chandler, AZ, passed away unexpectedly on January 5th, 2022, at the age of 51. He was born to parents Jerrill and Bonnie Pugh in Holland, Michigan, on 06/29/1970. He grew up the youngest of four children and attended Chandler High School.Derrill is survived by his son Nathan; daughter Savannah; his brothers Billy Thomas, Tony Thomas, and...

Cheryl L. Hank1944 – 2022Cheryl L. Hank, 77, of Queen Creek, Arizona, passed peacefully in her sleep before sunrise on Sunday, January 23, 2022.Born November 24, 1944, in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of Nellie M. Applegate and John L. Hank, Cheryl spent much of her school age years in New Jersey, graduating from Hasbrouck Heights High School in 1963. A...

Linda Carol PiaseckiMarch 26, 1949 – January 18, 2022Linda Carol “Cricket” Piaseckipassed away unexpectedly doing what she loved best, quilting in her art studio at home. Linda was born in San Antonio, TX to an Air Force father and a Texas homemaker. The family soon moved to Hawthorne, CA, where she grew up.She attended Hawthorne High School along with members...

Carolynne “Carrie” Terrell1/15/54 ~ 1/31/22Beloved Mother, Wife, Yia Yia, Sister, Aunt and Friend Carolynne Hale Terrell, went to the kingdom of God last week, far too soon for the hundreds of family and friends who love her.Carrie, as she was known to everyone, began her professional life working at Abbott Laboratories in data entry and accounting.  After graduating from nursing...

In Loving Memory of Susan C. RosalesSusan C. Rosales, beloved sister and aunt, passed away at the age of 92 on January 31, 2022, in Chandler, AZ.Simply known as Aunt Susie to her many nieces and nephews, Susan was born on August 11, 1929, in Chandler, AZ to Agustine M. and Trinidad C. Rosales.  Growing up in a humble but...

Maria Elena (Helen) Martinez Verdugo, 74, entered eternal life on February 4th, 2022, in her Mesa home.She came into the world on January 31st, 1948, in Yuma, Arizona and was raised in Somerton, Arizona. Attending Kofa High School in Yuma, Helen was a four-year varsity member of the King’s Regiment Marching Band, playing the clarinet. She completed her education at...

Jane Cecelia Hoerner– A ContinuedLOVEStoryJane’s life is aLOVEstory. Jane was born in Illinois on July 25, 1931, as a middle child of Paul and Philomena Henkel. She had an older sister, Rita Marie and a younger brother, Francis. Jane’s father passed when she was only 8 years old within a short period of time following surgery. The small Henkel family...

Sally Joan Sitton, 84, our beloved Mom and Grandma, was reunited with her eternal companion, Ed Sitton, on January 24, 2022.  Sally was born March 10, 1937, in Flushing, New York.  Her family moved to California when she was young.  Sally graduated from Van Nuys High School in 1954 and began taking courses at the local junior college.  She met...

Duane Herbert Rader, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Duane is survived by his wife of 37 years Jean Utter Rader, Sister Chloe Groeber, daughters Tammi Abbey, Terri Ayala, stepsons Steve Utter, Robert Utter, with 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Duane move to Tempe in 1947 from Philipsburg, Pennsylvania. Duane is a St. Mary’s High School...

Barbara Taylor South-passed away on January 24th, 2022 in Queen Creek, AZ at 79. -She was born February 26th, 1942 in Safford,AZ.She was proud that she was a 5thgenerationArizonan. She is the oldest of 3 girls. Her family moved from Safford when she was 3 to South Phoenix where she grew up. She went to South High where she graduated...

Our beloved Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma, Barbara Ann Hall, 79, passed away Jan 22, 2022, in Rio Rico, AZ. She is survived by Robert Jr (Janine), Alan, Kathleen Gehoski (Ted), Theresa Astrain (Marco), Mark (Trish), Daniel (Jennifer), Mary Fish (Norm), and Brian.Barbara was born to Leroy Jack Gooch and May Florence Platt, on July 12, 1942, in St. Louis,...

Bonita “Bonnie” Louise Pfeiffer, 75, of Mesa Arizona was born on October 15, 1946 in upstate NY to Floyd and Kathleen Rose. Her family eventually moved to Arizona where she met the love of her life, Joe, at a bus station. It was love at first sight. They were blessed with 54 years of marriage.Bonnie was an amazing wife, mother,...

Schulonda Rochelle Elliswas born on November 23rd, 1971, to Barbara Ann and Jerry Finnerson both of Chandler Arizona.  She was raised and cared for by her mother and Grandmother Earlene Wilson.  Earlene was her joy, and she would always find time to spend with her Grandmother.  She enjoyed just sharing stories of the family, making sure she was comfortable and...

Donald Grover Baldwin, age 96, of Sun Lakes, Arizona and former resident of Oakes, North Dakota passed away peacefully in his own home on Monday January 10, 2022.Donald was born in Ludden, North Dakota on August 4, 1925 to parents Grover and Esther (Schroeder) Baldwin.  He was raised on a farm and attended a small rural K-8thgrade one room schoolhouse...

Gail Robert Eriksonwent to his  Heavenly home on December 20, 2020. Gail was born September 27, 1959 in Sargent, NE to David and Ida Marie (Benda) Erikson. One of five brothers born to the Erikson family.After high school, he attended welding school and was a welder for many years. He also was a Pastor, and started his own  outreach ministry...

JILL “SUGAR” HICKEYFebruary 5, 1973 – January 8, 2022OBITUARYIt is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jill “Sugar” Hickey.  Our beloved wife, mother and grandmother (“Sugar”) passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the age of 48.  Jill courageously battled a chronic health condition for over 10 years and is now finally at peace in Heaven.Jill...