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Obituary for Domingo T. Adame Domingo T. Adame, 82, of Avondale died February 5, 2010. He was born August 14, 1927 in Brady Texas. He moved to Avondale 57 years ago. He was a World War II veteran and worked at Goodyear Aerospace for 29 years before retiring. He was a member of Jehovah’s Witnesses Congregation in Goodyear. He is survived by his wife Paula of 60 years, son Richard, daughters; Angie Martinez, Rita Contreras, Irma Woods, one sister, two brothers, seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Visitation is 6-9:00 p.m. Tuesday February 9, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday February 10, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Resthaven Park Cemetery in Glendale, AZ. Please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for John D. Bamonte John D. Bamonte, 96, of Tolleson, AZ, died January 31, 2010 in Tolleson, AZ. He was born August 23, 1913 in Brooklyn, NY to Saviero and Mary Bamonte. A private mass will be held in his honor in Arizona, New York, and New Jersey. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Julia M. Bell Julia M. Bell,69, a 50 year resident of Avondale, died November 21, 2009. Mrs. Bell was born June 11, 1940, in Houston, TX. Julia is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Bell-Booker(Stephen); 5 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. A public viewing will be held Friday, November 27th at 10am at Skyway Church, 14900 W. Van Buren St. in Goodyear. Funeral services will begin at 11am with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Julia M. Bell to St. Joseph Hospital Foundation, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013. Please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to leave the family condolences. Services are under the direction of Thompson's Valley West Funeral.
Obituary for Clifford Janelle Boston Clifford Janelle Zorn Boston, of Avondale, AZ, died February 20, 2010 at Hospice of the Valley, Goodyear, AZ. Janelle was born August 10, 1919, she was a long time resident of Hudson, Ohio and moved to Arizona in 2001. Janelle was a retired Cleveland Public School pre-school teacher and wife of the late Leeobra Boston. Janelle is survived by sons; Lee Jr. of Goodyear, AZ, John C. of Avondale, AZ, daughters; Katherine Boston-Young of Avondale, AZ, Linda Boston-Pennington of Avondale, AZ, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Alberta Bradley Alberta “Madea” Bradley, daughter of the late Carl and Lillie Beasley, was born on January 7, 1920 in Langsburg, Arkansas. She was an only child, however her cousin Beatrice Banks was like a sister to her. She was baptized at age 9 at Mount Ephesus Baptist Church in Prescott, Arkansas. She attended school and worked as a cook at various cafes. She married Sherman Bradley on June 6, 1935 and to this union 6 daughters were born. Alberta moved to Arizona in 1951, and became a member of Morning Star Baptist Church. She worked as a housekeeper at Luke Air Force Base in Goodyear, Arizona. She leaves to cherish her memories 6 daughters, Ruby Kelley (M.L. Kelley), Dorothy Marshall and Helen Nuels of Surprise, Arizona, Shirley Scott of Phillips Ranch, California, Sandra Bradley of Phoenix, Arizona, and Gwendolyn Bradley of Avondale, Arizona, 11 grandchildren, 26 Great-grand Children, and a host of relatives and friends. A visitation will be held Friday, September 25, from 6-8pm with services to follow on Saturday, September 26, at 10:00am at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ 85338. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Obituary for Betty Burnett Betty R. Burnett born on September 21, 1932 in Melvern, Kansas, Betty Rae Burnett completed her journey in life on January 31, 2010 in Litchfield Park, Arizona. She was predeceased by her parents, two sisters, and a brother. Betty graduated from Topeka High School in 1950 with honor and distinction. Her journey took her to Washburn University, also in Topeka, where she was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority, Dolphin Club and Modern Dance Club. During that time, she also worked full-time for the legal department for the State of Kansas. Degrees in education and business followed in 1954. After graduation, Sinclair Oil and Gas snapped her up, transferring her to Denver, Colorado in 1958. She now worked for the Northwest Exploration Company. While in Denver she became a member of the Denver Petroleum Landman’s Association, the American Petroleum Landman’s Association and the Mineral Law Institute. On a personal level, she was a rabid Bronco Fan, played Bridge and was a member of Epiphany Episcopal Church. Graveside services will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Topeka on February 8, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Tributes to Betty’s life can be made to Washburn Endowment Fund, Betty R. Burnett, 1729 S.W. MacVicar, Topeka, KS 66604, which gives scholarships to needy students for higher education.
Obituary for Watson J. Butts Watson J. Butts, 64, of Avondale, AZ, formerly of Riverside, CA, passed away November 15, 2009 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born January 9, 1945 in Virginia to Watson Sr. and Elaine Butts. He and his wife Joyce moved to Arizona in 2008. Watson was a Master Sergeant, retired from the United States Air Force after 26 years of service. In retirement he was a youth counselor at Silverlake Group Home for boys in Yucaipa, CA. He has been a member of SGI-USA since 1986. Watson is survived by his wife Joyce, his son Joseph, 5 step children, and a large and loving family. He will be missed by all. Full military honors will be presented at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona at 1:00pm Tuesday, November 24, 2009. Final arrangements entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Paul Cadena Paul Cadena, 84, of Avondale, AZ, died January 11, 2010 in Peoria, AZ. He was born February 9, 1925 in Hale Center, TX, to Andres and Bernabe Cadena. Paul was a decorated WWII veteran with the United States Marine Corps, he served his country from 1943 to 1946. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion Post 61, a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Paul retired from owning and operating a long haul trucking company. He is survived by his wife Carolina, daughters; Gloria, Mary Diana, Sylvia, Priscilla, sons; Andrew, John, Victor, sisters; Vivian Duran, Lupe Chavez, Anita Lipps, 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. A visitation and rosary will be held 4-8p.m. Wednesday January 13, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ, and mass 10:00 a.m. Thursday January 14, 2010 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Mia Noelle Camarena Camacho Mia Noelle Camarena Camacho, 6 months, of Litchfield Park, AZ, died February 23, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born August 6, 2009 in Goodyear, AZ. She is survived by her parents Jacob Camarena and Rebeccah Camacho, maternal grandparents Jose & D’Anne Camacho, maternal uncle and aunt Zachary & Analisa Camacho, paternal grandmother Petra Fimbres, paternal aunt Cheyene Camarena, maternal great-grandparents Socorro Camacho, Elaine Meza, Delbert Salazar, paternal great-grandparents Ralph & Faith Camarena and George & Josie Fimbres. She is preceded in death by her grandfather Greg Camarena and great-grandfather Feliciano Camacho. Her Godparents are Zachary and Analisa Camacho. Visitation will begin 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, with a Rosary at 10:15 a.m. and Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church In Avondale with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at St. Mary’s Basilica on Tuesday evening, March 2 between 6 and 8pm. Donations can be made in Mia’s honor to the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Allan T. "Bud" Clark Allan T. “Bud” Clark, 72, of Goodyear, AZ, passed away January 9, 2010 in Peoria. He was born December 27, 1937 in Seattle, WA. Allan moved to Arizona in 2002. He owned and operated ATC Medical for 25 years both in southern California and Arizona. He loved to golf and loved to travel, he will be greatly missed by his many friends. Allan is survived by his wife Linda Clark, son Robert Clark, sister Marilyn Pulliam and two granddaughters, Hailey and Tayler. A private family service will be held at a later date. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Marilyn Carll Marilyn Carll, 66, of Avondale, AZ, died December 22, 2009 in Avondale. She was born July 29, 1943 in Greeley, CO to Emmitt and Gertie Burris. She moved to Arizona in 2000 from Arkansas with her husband when his company American Freight transferred him. Marilyn and Fred Carll married in Arkansas on May 22, 1992. Marilyn wanted to share this message “to live life and love.” She is survived by her husband Fred Carll, sons; Jerry Alan Glassmaker, Michael James Glassmaker, and Daniel Jay Glassmaker, sisters Betty Hall and Sharon Lutterman and one grandchild. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Covenant Southwest Hospice 3877 North 7th St. Ste. 280 Phoenix, AZ 85014. On Monday December 28, 2009 a potluck lunch will be held at 11:00 a.m. with a memorial service to follow at 12:00 p.m. Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ, burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. at National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Carolyn V. Cummings Carolyn V. Cummings of Litchfield Park passed away December 9, 2009 in Goodyear, AZ. She was born in Rockwell City, Iowa to Wilbert & Katherine Dawson. Carolyn was a registered nurse for fifty years, practining both in Iowa and Arizona. She is survived by her son Ken Rittenhouse and wife Susan and grandson Clint Rittenhouse. She is preceded in death by her first husband Walter Rittenhouse, daughters Ann and Sue Rittenhouse, and late husband Joseph Cummings. A memorial service will be held Friday December 18, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 13720 W. Thomas Rd. Avondale, AZ. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Final arrangements entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for James E. Donegan James E. Donegan, 53, of Avondale, AZ, died February 21, 2010 of Complications from Multiple Sclerosis. Mr. Donegan was born in Chicago, IL, and served fifteen years with the Franklin Park, IL, fire department. He promoted to the rank of lieutenant and was medically retired on October 1, 1995. Mr. Donegan moved to Arizona in 1998 and is survived by one sister, Mary Beth Mondelli of Crystal Lake, IL, and two brothers, William J. Donegan of Melrose Park, IL, and Terrance P. Donegan of Avondale, AZ. A visitation will begin 11:00 a.m. and a service at 12:00 p.m. Friday February 26, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. Memorial donations may be sent to your local Multiple Sclerosis Society. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Sarah Elizabeth Doyle Sarah Elizabeth Doyle was born February 9, 1920 in Lakin, Kansas. She was raised on a wheat farm just northeast of Lakin. She started her school teaching career in a one room schoolhouse at Heartland, Kansas. At the start of WWII, she went to work for the Santa Fe Railroad as a station agent and telegrapher. In 1945, she married Warner Howard Doyle in San Pedro, California where he was stationed in the Navy. They moved to El Paso, Texas where their first son, Warner Howard Jr. was born. Then Sarah returned to Lakin, Kansas during the Korean War where their second son, Gary, was born. They then moved to Fowler, Colorado where Sarah resumed teaching school. A third son, James was born there. A fourth son, Patrick, was born but did not survive. In 1965, they returned to Lakin, Kansas where Sarah continued teaching until 1982, when she retired. At that time, they moved to Burkeburnett, Texas. Warner Howard died in 1991. She moved to Litchfield Park, Arizona in 1992 to be near her eldest son. She spent her final years at the La Loma Care Center in Litchfield Park. She passed away January 1, 2010 at the age of 89. She is survived by Warner Howard, Jr. and Darlene Doyle of Goodyear, Arizona, Gary and Jolene Doyle of Beloit, Kansas, James Doyle of Burns, Wyoming, 8 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. The funeral will be held at the First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale on Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers the donations can be made to the Arizona Submarine Veterans- Perch Base Scholarship Fund 13600 W. Roanoke Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Dorothy Adean Fulton Dorothy Adean Fulton, 87, of Litchfield Park, AZ, passed away February 18, 2010. She was born May 23, 1922 in Ely, Missouri to John and Bernice Hagan. Dorothy worked for the Navy Department as a young adult during World War II. She is preceded in death by her husband Harold “Hal” A. Fulton of fifty years. She is survived by her daughter Jan Williams, brother John B. Hagan, and one granddaughter Tracie (Matthew) Petro. A mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday February 26, 2010 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 13720 W. Thomas Rd Avondale, AZ 85392 with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Avondale. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice of the Valley 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Marcella Ann Galley Marcella Ann Galley, 67, of Goodyear, AZ, died January 19, 2010 at home. She was born July 29, 1942 in Buffalo, NY, and moved to Arizona in 1981.
Obituary for Herminia Garcia Herminia “Minnie” “Momo” “Nana” Garcia, 80, of Avondale, AZ, died January 6, 2010 at home surrounded by family and friends. She was born December 13, 1929 in Tucson, AZ to Bacilio and Concepcion Esquivel. Herminia was a huge sports fan and the first non-athlete to be inducted into the Agua Fria hall of fame as the most dedicated fan. She was a member of the building committee, an original choir member, and sponsor of Sons of God all for St. John Vianney Catholic Church. She met her husband of 59 years at Talawiwi Ranch. She is survived by her husband Frank Villa Garcia, daughters; Gloria Orozco, Gerrie Chacon, Aundrea Orozco, Trisha Valdez, sons; Paco Garcia, Anthony Garcia, sisters; Bea Canez, Patricia DeLeon, brothers; Mickey Esquivel, Arthur Esquivel, seventeen grandchildren, and twenty-five great-granchildren. She is preceded in death by her son David Garcia. Services will be held Tuesday January 12, 2010, Wake 9:00a.m. and Mass at 11:00a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Avondale, AZ with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Domingo Mejia Guzman DOMINGO MEJIA GUZMAN, 92, OF AVONDALE DIED SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2009, IN AVONDALE. MR. GUZMAN WAS BORN DECEMBER 20, 1916, IN THE SMALL COMMUNITY OF ODEM, TEXAS, TO HERMINIA AND HILARIO GUZMAN SR. HE WORKED ACROSS THE COUNTRY AS A FARM LABORER FOR MANY YEARS BEFORE SETTLING IN AVONDALE ABOUT 50 YEARS AGO. HE RETIRED FROM THE BAKERY AND CONFECTIONARY INDUSTRY.
HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS WIFE, MARIA; FOUR DAUGHTERS, TOMIE ANJEL OF GOODYEAR, HERMINIA MARTINEZ AND ELIZABETH CARLISLE OF AVONDALE, ELSA ORTEGA OF TOLLESON; FIVE SONS, JOE JAIME OF GOODYEAR, RICHARD JAIME OF LAVEEN, TIM GUZMAN OF AVONDALE, JOE PEP GUZMAN OF AVONDALE, DOMINGO GUZMAN JR. OF PHOENIX. MR. GUZMAN HAD 19 GRANDCHILDREN AND 21 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN. HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS PARENTS.
SERVICES ARE FROM 6PM TO 8PM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2009, AT IGLESIA FUENTE DE VIDA, 9155 WEST ROOSEVELT STREET, IN TOLLESON, AND FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH AT 10AM AT THOMPSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL, 926 S. LITCHFIELD ROAD, IN GOODYEAR. PASTORS MARCOS GONZALES AND JORGE GARCIA WILL OFFICIATE.
Obituary for Paulyne Handyside Paulyne Claire Handyside, 77, of Avondale, AZ, died February 16, 2010 at home. She was born January 10, 1933 in Chicago, IL, to Walter & Thelma Velden. She moved to Arizona in 1999 from Zion, IL. Paulyne was young at heart, and loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who affectionately knew her as “Mimo.” She is survived by her daughters Susie, Lisa, Laura, son Scott, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Harold in 2006 and her brother Walter in 2009. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday February 27, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Sally J. Hassman Sally J. Hassman, 74, of Goodyear, AZ formerly of Philadelphia died February 18, 2010 peacefully at home. She was born July 9, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA. Sally was politically active in Bucks County, PA, president of the German American Club in Worms, Germany, she was an artist and found art as a comfort in her later years. She was an awesome, selfless, inspiring mother who loved her children very much. Sally was married to her husband Jerold for fifty-one and half years. She is survived by her husband Jerold, sons Jerold Jr., Paul, daughters Marianne, Christine, Joan Marie and three grandchildren. A visitation will be held from 10:00a.m.-2:00 p.m. with a service at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday February 23, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Donald P. Hebert Donald P. Hebert, 57, of Buckeye, AZ, passed away December 31, 2009 in Buckeye. He was born June 17, 1952 in Pittsfield, MA to Bertrand and Rachel Hebert. Donald worked at Brooks Drug in Rhode Island. He is survived by his wife Denise, daughter Laura Lamothe (Mike), son Douglas Hebert (Linda), brothers Richard Hebert and Robert Hebert. A memorial service will be held in the spring, details will be announced at a later date. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Barbara Ann Houghland Barbara Ann Houghland, 65, of Goodyear, AZ, passed away February 21, 2010 in Goodyear, She was born August 1, 1944 to Robert and Anna Willis in Evansville Indiana. She moved to Arizona in 1959 and worked as a hair dresser and bus driver. She is survived by her son Jerry Michael (Theresa) Houghland, sisters Mary Lou Wallace, Stacey Webb, brothers Frank Ehrman, Henry Ehrman, Dwayne Ehrman and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday February 27, 2010 5:00 p.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Betty Jones Betty “Boop” Jones, 76, of Avondale, AZ, died February 4, 2010 in Youngstown, AZ. She was born July 6, 1933 in Borger, TX to Homer and Lucille Jones. She moved to Arizona in 1995 with her family. As a result of cerebral palsy, she was an invalid all her life and cared for by family until the last few years of her life she spent at Cook Health Care. She is survived by her sister Barbara Weyrauch and brother Don Jones. Visitation is 10:00 a.m. with a service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday February 9, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Avondale, AZ. Memorials may be sent to the Employee Fund at Cook Heath Care. Please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Patricia Kaye Pat Kaye passed away suddenly Monday, February 1, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband Bob and sons Kevin, Chris, and daughter Debbie McDonald, and their respective spouses Dana, Laura Jean, and Tom. Pat is survived by her brother Tom Donahue of Tucson, AZ, and by seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Pat and Bob were married 57 years. Pat served in the U.S. Marine Corps as Executive Officer of the Women’s Marine Detachment at the El Toro Marine Base in Santa Ana, CA. She was an avid reader of books, loved doing crafts, and was an accomplished artist. Pat loved getting people together to socialize which led her to found the Pebble Creek Ladies Social Club. She grew the membership to well over 350 members. After a short “retirement” Pat co-founded the Good Time Gals, another social group. She was also instrumental in starting a Bunco group and re-starting the Pebble Creek Home Tours, the proceeds of which go to needy children and an additional program collecting winter jackets and blankets for needy people. Pat will be sorely missed by all those she touched. A visitation will be held Sunday February 7, 2010 12:00-3:00p.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. A funeral Mass will be held Monday February 8, 2010 9:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church 539 E. La Pasada Blvd. Goodyear, AZ. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Pat’s honor to the American Cancer Society or your personal favorite charity. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Wanda L. Knable Wanda L. Knable, 84, of Avondale, AZ, formerly of Cleveland, OH passed away February 17, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born October 15, 1925 in Minneapolis, MN to Maurice & Bertha Gangloff. Wanda moved to Arizona in the early 1970’s. She was a homemaker. In later years she lived with her niece Jill Watson of Avondale. She is survived by her sons, Jay (Linda), Jeffrey (Jeanne), and three grandchildren, Andrew, Christopher, and Katie. She is preceded in death by her husband Clayton and daughter Jan. A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Sunday March 14, 2010 at Harves Baptist Church, 535 N. Sarival Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338. Serrav. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Charles Leon Charles Leon, 95, of Avondale formerly of Tucson and California died December 22, 2009 at home. He was born June 14, 1914 to Angela and Ramon Leon. He worked as a construction superintendent in the Los Angeles area for 40 years and was a life member of the Carpenters Union. He moved to Arizona in 1975 from Whittier, CA for retirement and the weather. Charles received the Purple Heart and the Silver Star in the Pacific Theater in World War II. He married Virginia in Mexico in 1946. He is survived by his wife Virginia, daughter Mary sons David and Daniel, sister Jane, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Monday January 4, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at Holy Hope Cemetery 3555 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Simon Marcus Simon Marceus, 67, of Tolleson died January 31, 2010 in Phoenix. He was born June 11, 1942 in Haiti and moved to Arizona in May of 2008. Simon was a member of the Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Raymonde Bertrand Marceus, daughters Rhita Etienne Marceus Bercy, Paule Yverose Marceus Dorrelus, son Kevin Anderson Emmanuel Marceus, mother Marie Jeanne Villard Marceus, sister Marie Izma Marceus, brothers Jean Baptiste Marceus, Pierre Paul Marceus, Belony Marceus, Ernest Marceus, Clairvoyant Marceus, maternal grandmother Olimpcia Pierre, paternal grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Deceus Marceus, and five grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father Elmeus Marceus. A visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m. with a service to follow at 5:00 p.m. on Monday February 8, 2010 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ 85338. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for William H. Montgomery William Howard Montgomery Passed away suddenly on February 5, 2010 in El Paso, Texas at the age of 63. William was born in Cherokee, Iowa in 1946 to parents William Howard and Dorothy Munn Montgomery. He was the oldest of 7 siblings, sisters Leah Aikman of Peru, IN, and Mary (Roddy) Spencer of Tucson, AZ, brothers Bob (Marie) Montgomery of Tucson, AZ, Dave Montgomery of San Diego, CA, Chris (Janet) Montgomery of Tucson, AZ, and Rogers (Gina) Montgomery of Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Linda (Chapman) of Kokomo, IN and his daughters, Amy (Nathan) May of San Juan Capistrano, CA, Angela Montgomery of Phoenix, AZ, Aggie (Adam) Simcoe of Surprise, AZ, Amanda (Joe) Childress of Keller, TX and his three granddaughters that brought great joy to his life, Ava, Natalie and Grace Simcoe.
Obituary for George E. Moore III George E. Moore III, 59, of Avondale, AZ, passed away December 31, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born April 3, 1950 in Chicago, IL. George was born and raised in Chicago and moved to Arizona in September of 1996. He is survived by his mother Corrine Moore Threalkill, sisters Tamara Avant, Paulette Smith, brothers Dennis R. Moore and Michael C. Moore. A memorial service will be held Saturday January 9, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, AZ. Donations on behalf of George Moore can be made to Southwest Center Preventions/Wellness/Research 1144 E. McDowell Rd. Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Eddie P. Moreno Eddie P. Moreno, 80, of Miami, AZ passed away December 4, 2009 in Phoenix surrounded by family. He was born March 3, 1929 in Glendale, CA. Eddie shared a fifty-eight year marriage with his loving wife Mary. He spent twenty-four years as a miner for Magma Copper Co. He had a wonderful sense of humor and will be greatly missed. He was the best “Tata” ever of twenty-four grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Eddie is survived by his wife Mary, daughters; Yolanda “Londie”, Anna, sons; Eduardo “Eddie” II, Michael (Lorri), Randy (Becky), Andrew, Juan. He is preceded in death by his daughter Rebecca “Becky” and his son Marcos “Mark.” A visitation will be held Thursday December 10, 2009 10:00 a.m. and a funeral mass at 11:30 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Goodyear. Interment will follow at Resthaven Park Cemetery. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Eugene Moreno Eugene (Keno) S. Moreno, 85 was born in Superior, AZ on December 23, 1924 and died January 19, 2010 at home in Avondale, AZ surrounded by immediate family.
Obituary for Donald Mueske Donald H. Mueske, 75, of Goodyear, AZ passed away November 27, 2009 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born November 28, 1933 in New London, WI. He is survived by his spouse Joanne Mueske, daughter Kari Mueske, son Daryl Mueske (Jill) and two grandchildren Nick and Makenzie. A memorial service will be held Sunday December 6, 2009 3:00 p.m. at Alleluia Lutheran Church 8444 West Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Joseph David Neal Joseph David Neal, 67, of Tonopah, AZ, died January 30, 2010 in Tonopah. He was born December 20, 1942 in Los Angeles, CA and moved to Arizona in 1962. He married his wife 48 years ago. Joseph will be sorely missed. Joseph is survived by his wife, one daughter, five sisters, one brother and two grandchildren. Private services are planned in Joseph’s honor. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Colleen Penley Colleen Penley, 47, of Litchfield Park, AZ, died January 5, 2010 in Litchfield Park. She was born April 1, 1962 to Raymond and Jenneane Nelson in Burbank, CA. She is survived by her husband Tom Penley, daughters Stephanie Gibson, Kristine Penley, parents Ray and Jean Nelson, sister Heather Galvin, brother Jeffrey Nelson and two grandchildren. Services will be held Monday January 11, 2010 with a visitation from 5-7 p.m. and service at 7 p.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Mary Ellen Phillips Mary Ellen Phillips, 87, of Litchfield Park, AZ passed away November 30, 2009 at home. She was born May 9, 1922 in Chillicothe, MO to Clyde and Erma Prewitt. She is survived by her husband Presley Elwood Phillips, daughter Janet Mitchell (Bart), son Clint Phillips (Andi), parents Clyde and Erma Prewitt and four granddaughters; Ashley and Haley Mitchell and Alison and Stacey Phillips.
Obituary for Julie Elaine Pope Julie Elaine Pope, 80, of Goodyear, AZ, passed away November 16, 2009 at home with her husband. She was born April 6, 1929 in Sleepy Hollow, NY to Albert and Justina (Krajcirik) Otivich. For the last 6 years Julie had her own Dog-sitting business. She was a member of the Pet Companion’s Club in Pebble Creek, and she was a ceramicist. Julie faithfully attended Sacred Heart Parish in Haworth, New Jersey and St. James Catholic Church in Solana Beach, CA for many years before moving to Arizona. Julie is survived by her husband Peter Pope, her sons Jeffrey (Ellen) of Redondo Beach, CA, Darrell (Julie) of Baltimore, MD, and Kristian Pope of Phoenix, AZ, her sister Josephine (James) Dinan of NH, and her grandchildren, Nicholas, Natalie, Katherine, Olivia, and Marley. A funeral mass will be celebrated in her honor Wednesday, November 25 at 10:00am, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 13720 W. Thomas Rd., Avondale. Final arrangements entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Kevin Michael Poulin Kevin Michael Poulin, 29, of El Mirage passed away December 10, 2009. He was born January 6, 1980 in South Weymouth, MA. Kevin graduated from South Shore Vo Tech in 1999. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed at Luke Air Force Base 9 years ago. Kevin married his loving wife April Gallagher on February 28, 2004. He was a huge Patriots fan. Kevin is survived by his wife April, daughters, Rylee, Kallie, parents, Leanne and Gary Poulin, brother Jacob, and grandparents Joyce and Gary Poulin. A visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. with a service at 4:00 p.m on Wednesday December 16, 2009 at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Rd. Goodyear, AZ. A service and burial will take place in Massachusetts at a later date. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Wanda June Poulter She is survived by her husband Wayne Poulter, daughters Vickie Jaffus, Sharon K. Mitchell, son Jimmy Almy, sister Sue Platt, brothers Charles Wegner, Bob Wegner and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son Billy Almy. No formal funeral services are planned. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Thomas D. Rabjohn Staff Sergeant Thomas D. Rabjohn was born on February 19, 1970 in Sierra Vista, Arizona. He and Nikki have three daughters, Kylee, Koree, and Kelsee. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a Rifleman from 1989 to 1993 and entered the Arizona Army National Guard in 1996 serving with the 1st Battalion 180th Field Artillery in Mesa, Arizona as a Fire Direction Survey Chief. In May 2005 he was assigned to the 363rd EOD Company in Coolidge, Arizona. He completed EOD school in 2006 and was assigned as an EOD Team Member. In May 2008 he was selected as an EOD Team Leader. He deployed in support of Operation Enduring
Obituary for Tammy Sue Garcia Ramirez Tammy Sue Garcia Ramirez, 44, of Goodyear and Phoenix, died February 7, 2010 at the Butterfly Center in Scottsdale. She was born January 22, 1966 in Safford, AZ to Lupe and Arnold Garcia, and the family moved over to the west valley while she was still a baby. Tammy was a 1984 graduate of Agua Fria High School. She was a fan of any and all Arizona sports teams. She loved the ocean and she made a yearly trip to San Diego. She was the office manager at Chapman Automotive Group. She did beadwork and made jewelry. She fought a 4 year battle with cancer. But her most important achievement was her son Josh. Tammy was passionate about and fiercely protective of her son. Tammy is survived by her son Josh Ramirez, her parents Lupe and Arnold Garcia, brother Christopher Garcia, Uncle Robert Benavidez, grandmother Connie Garcia and many, many other uncles and aunts and cousins. Services will be held Saturday, February 13, 11:15AM at St. John Vianney Catholic Church 539 E. La Pasada Blvd., Goodyear, AZ. Memorials can be made in her name to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. Final arrangements were entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Ramona Ramirez Ramona Ramirez, 60, of Avondale, AZ died December 31, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born December 7, 1949 in San Benito, TX. She moved to Arizona fifty-six years ago. She is survived by her daughters; Mary Walker, Nora Powers and Roseanna, sister Mary Helen Torrez, brothers; Eddie Garcia, Alex Garcia, Florencio Garcia Jr. and Julian Garcia, and six grandchildren. Services will be held Wednesday January 6, 2010 with the visitation at 10:00 a.m. and service at 11:00 a.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Larry Robinson Larry Robinson, 62, of Yuma formerly of Goodyear, passed away December 6, 2009 in Peoria. He was born March 10, 1947 in Macomb, IL and moved to Arizona in 1956. Larry graduated from Tolleson high school and worked as a truck driver. He is survived by his son Roy Olin Robinson of Cuba, IL, sisters Peggy Nordquist, Royce Skowronski, and Tink Richardson, brothers Roger, James, John, Joe and Sam A memorial service will be held Saturday December 12, 2009 10:00 a.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Gabriel Sanchez Gabriel Sanchez 49, passed away on January 5, 2010
Obituary for Mattie K. Spear Mattie K. Spear, 57, of Phoenix died February 20, 2010 in Goodyear. Services will be held Saturday, February 27 at 11:00am at Grace Temple Christian Center, 4040 49th Ave, Sacramento, CA. Memorials in her honor can be made to Faith Christian Center, 2640 E. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85008-3642 or to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.
Obituary for Ruth L. Stockbridge Ruth L. Stockbridge, 93, passed away peacefully at her home in Buckeye, Arizona on February 25, 2010 surrounded by loved ones. She was born the youngest of seven children on April 15, 1916 in Desdemona, Texas. She was blessed with a long, full life. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Odis. Ruth is survived by daughters, son-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and many loving and caring extended family and friends. Graveside services will be at Mesa City Cemetery on March 4, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Donations may be made in Ruth’s name to Hospice of the Valley, 9720 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Bruce Wayne Van Horne Bruce Wayne Van Horne, 52, of Avondale died November 7, 2009 in an accident in Mexico. He was born December 30, 1956 in San Diego, CA to Wayne and Pat Van Horne. Bruce moved to Arizona in 1963. Bruce is survived by his wife Nancy Van Horne, daughters; Chelsy Van Horne, Kirsten Van Horne, and Angela Killin, sons; Christopher Van Horne, Justin Van Horne and Zachary Killin, parents; Wayne and Pat Van Horne, sister Vicki Brogdon, brothers; Scott Van Horne and Don Van Horne and two grandchildren; Elaina Killin and Finnegan Barry. A memorial service will be held Saturday November 14, 2009, 11:00a.m. at Skyway Church of the West Valley 14900 W. Van Buren St. Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
Obituary for Isidro Villalobos Isidro Villalobos, 59, of Avondale, AZ, died December 19, 2009 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born June 18, 1950. He is survived by his wife Juanita Villalobos, daughter Lisa Soria, sons Isidro Villablobos, Joe Villalobos, sisters; Mary Helen Ruiz, Dora Villalobos, Julia Villalobos, brother Robert Villalobos, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A visitation will be held Tuesday December 29, 2009 10:00-11:00 a.m. with a service to follow at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences
Obituary for Irvin T. Vierheller Irvin Theodore Vierheller, 87, of Goodyear AZ died Tuesday, November 17, 2009; just 7 days shy of his 88th birthday (11/24/21). Irv was born, reared, educated and lived in St. Louis; After serving in the Navy in WWII, Irv married Jeanne Marie Zeller, and they enjoyed a full life until her death in 1999. Irv worked most of his adult life as a salesman of store fixtures for the Nu-Era company in St. Louis, from which he retired. After retirement, he and Jeanne were able to enjoy warm winters in Florida. After Jeanne’s death, Irv moved to Arizona to be closer to his sons, Glen and Todd. Survivors include his sons Todd (Susan) of Litchfield, AZ and Glen (Debbie) of St. Petersburg, Fl. Irv and Jeanne were blessed with 4 grandchildren: Renate Jeanne, Clark, Lindhe and Kent Vierheller all of Litchfield AZ. Irv will buried next to his beloved wife at Valhalla Cemetery in St. Louis. Funeral and burial direction will be through Schrader Funeral Home in Balwin, Mo. Under the care of Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel, www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Obituary for Charles J. Wardcik Charles J. Wardick Sr., 67, of Goodyear, AZ, former resident of Maple Shade, NJ, passed away December 9, 2009 in Peoria, AZ. He was born May 7, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA to Charles and Louise Wardick. Charles moved to Arizona on April 23, 2009. He is survived by his sons; Charles J. Wardick III of Goodyear, AZ, Christopher M. Wardick and Jeffrey A. Wardick of Maple Shade, NJ, sisters Jean Ochal of Franklinville, NJ, Josephine Walsh of Swell, NJ, and three grandchildren. Donations in Care of Charles J. Wardick can be made to: Hospice Family Care Foundation 1550 S. Alma School Rd Ste. 102 Mesa, AZ 85210. Final arrangements entrusted to Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel.
Obituary for Clarence E. Wood Clarence E. Wood, 94, of Goodyear, AZ, died February 14, 2010. He was born January 17, 1916 in Leighton, AL, to Charlie & Mattie Wood. He moved to Arizona in 1948 from the San Francisco Bay area. Clarence was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during WWII. He also worked as a refrigeration and A/C tech as a civilian employee at the Naval Air Facility at Litchfield Park and Luke Air Force Base. He joined the Peoria Masonic Lodge in 1952, transferring to the Acacia Lodge in Avondale in 1953 where he finished his degree work and became a Master Mason. He is survived by his wife Eva Amanda Wood, son Dennis Wood, sister Methyl Grissom, brother Auborn Wood, grandchildren Ana Lilia, Dane London and great-grandchildren, Natasha, Tatiauna, Dane Aston, Daylea, Canon, Delaney, Torrina and Hunter. Visitation is 5-9:00p.m. Thursday February 25th at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday February 26th at National Memorial Cemetery, Phoenix, AZ. In Lieu of flowers the family ask donations be mad to Hospice of the Valley 1510 E Flower St
Obituary for Blake Steven Wright Blake Steven Wright, 28, of Avondale, AZ, died December 20, 2009. Blake was born June 6, 1981 to David and Terri Wright in Orange County, CA. He attended Buckeye High School. Blake is survived by his parents David and Terri Wright, brother David Wright, maternal grandmother Phyllis Alexander and paternal grandmother Gayle Wright. A memorial service will be held Monday December 28, 2009, 6:00 p.m. at Thompson’s Valley West Funeral Chapel 926 South Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ. You may visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com to send the family condolences.
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