JAMES BETHSHARES SANDERS
April 16, 1907 – December 11, 1999
Jim, the oldest of 4 children, was born in Paducah, KY to Dr. Lillard and Anne (Hisey) Sanders. In 1921 he was diagnosed with TB and his family were advised to take him to Arizona 'where he might live 6 months longer.' He spent months in a Prescott Sanatorium run by Dr. John Flinn, the father of the founder of the Flinn Foundation, and later he was a patient in several Tucson sanatoriums. All in all, he spent 5 years in bed before he was cured. Those 5 years were fruitful, however. Because he couldn't attend school with other students, his mother spent hours reading to him daily and studying with him. Through her, he developed his life long great love of literature and the pursuit of knowledge. A man with truly eclectic taste, he enjoyed poetry, mathematics, geology, philosophy, world history and literature of all kinds (especially 19th century English). In later years, a friend from the UA, a retired mathematics professor, said, 'Jim, you should have been a mathematician.' Another friend from the English department said, 'Jim, you should have been an English professor.' But his interests weren't just academic. While in bed, to keep at least his hands mobile, he took up prestidigitation, and taught himself an amazing variety of sleight-of-hand tricks. He even wrote his own manual detailing hundreds of card and sleight-of-hand tricks he had developed on his own. For years he was the delight at children's as well as adult parties when he produced a thimble from behind your ear, or a queen of spades from his sleeve. Another of his self-taught hobbies was gem cutting and facetting. He worked with nearly every kind of stone except diamonds. Because he couldn't afford to buy the necessary machinery, he simply designed and built what he needed. At another point he took up wrought iron work, creating beautiful fireplace screens, table legs, and graceful peacock sconces for the porch. If he didn't have a hammer in his hand, he had a screwdriver, and during the 50 years he and Florence lived in their home, he tore down, rebuilt, renovated and modified nearly every nook and cranny of the house. He also built furniture, did all kinds of woodworking, dabbled in upholstering, bought one of the first do-it-yourself hi-fi kits in Tucson, designed kitchen trash containers, baked bread and made wonderful menudo. There was practically no aspect of life that he didn't pursue. The only thing he didn't enjoy was house painting.
In addition to the partial list of hobbies above, Jim was also co-owner and manager of the Home Water Co., which served the needs of much of the South Tucson area from the 1930's until the mid '60's, when the city of Tucson bought it out. When the Home Water Co. was sold, dozens of cards and letters were sent to him by former customers, mourning the loss of such a good, friendly, and compassionate 'neighborhood' business.
Jim Sanders was predeceased by his beloved wife of 55 years, Florence, his sister, Felicia Ann Wadell, and his brothers, David and Lillard Sanders. He is survived by his daughter Felicia and son-in-law Warren May and several nephews. The family would like to thank especially Alice and Ben (who are truly part of the family), Tillie, Lynne and Carol, as well as the staff of the TMC Hospice and The Harbourage Adult Care Home – all of you were wonderful. Donations in memory of this very special, unique and much loved man may be made to the TMC Hospice or to the Oracle Public Library, Oracle, AZ 85623. Friends may call from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, December 16, at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott Ave.
SANTILLI, Eleanor Veronica, age 69, of Tucson, passed away December 12, 1999. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Eleanor Mautino and a sister, Naida Cordero. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Nick Santilli; children, Alana Santilli of Marana, Naida Santilli of Tucson, Louis Santilli of Tucson, Thaya Escalante (Richard) of Tucson; grandchildren, Sean Santilli, Jenna Escalante, Richard Escalante and Tarah Santilli, all of Tucson, Brandi Oconely of Buffalo, N.Y.; sisters, Alma Lindberg of Florida and Eva Bleeker of Marana. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 16, 1999 at St. Pius X Catholic Church with Father Harry Ledwith celebrating. Memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
SIGREST, Geraldine, 75, of Tucson, passed away on December 13, 1999. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Blevins and Deborah (Kirk) Warburton; grandchildren, Joseph Knipp, Jason McBride, Kendra Blevins, Daniel Dutton, Megan Warburton; nine great-grandchildren; brothers, Wayne and George Collier; sister, Wysonda Tynes; uncle, Herman Sanford and aunt, Mary O. Hudgens. Graveside service will be held at South Lawn cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave., Thursday, December 16, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
HOWARD DOC TRAVERS
8-20-30 to 12-8-99
Doc passed away due to a quick but courageous battle with cancer. He was a 20 year veteran of the United States Air Force.
Doc is survived by wife, Bobbie; son, Bruce and several sisters, brother, grandchildren and relatives.
Doc and Bobbie own Doc's Engine and Machine for over 20 years. Was an active car owner, sponsorer and driver in NHRA and Arizona Pro Gas Assc.
A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 18 at Wolfrey Peace Chapel, 5225 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ.
VAN HOESEN, Oliver Colvin, of Tucson, AZ, died December 6, 1999 in Florida. He was born August 7, 1929 in Ardmore, Oklahoma, son of Ruth and Oliver Van Hoesen, both deceased. He is survived by wife, Sandra Van Hoesen; daughters, Georgia Nahhas of Tucson, Stephanie Miller of Mesa, daughter, Phaedra Van Hoesen; son, Oliver Van Hoesen of Houston, TX and daughters, Barbara J. and Deborah Ann Van Hoesen. He was the Corporate Pilot for J.F. Wilbur Inc. Memorial Service will be held Friday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel at St. Joseph Hospital, with Rev. Wendy Heckler officiating.
WILLIAM DAVID 'DAVE' BARRETT, age 47, of Tucson, Arizona, died December 10, 1999. Survived by sons, David R. Barrett, Chad T. Barrett; stepdaughter, Regan McCray; grandchild, Chad J. Barrett; father, Robert H. Barrett, Sr.; mother, Libby Barrett; brother, Robert H. Barrett Jr. (Terry); sister, Carol Sebring (Kent); numerous other family members and friends. Dave was an accomplished musician and will always be remembered for his love for music. Dave was dearly loved by his family and many friends. In lieu of flowers, contributions to be made to Flowing Wells Baptist Church, 4314 N. Romero Rd., Tucson, AZ. Memorial Services will be held at Flowing Wells Baptist Church, 4314 N. Romero Rd., Tucson, Arizona, Friday, December 17 at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. (at Magee).
MARY LYNN BOYNTON, 54, died on Tuesday, December 14, 1999. She was known for her generous spirit and her love of children, art and teaching. A devoted mother, teacher and friend, she spent many volunteer hours at her daughters' schools and other activities and founded The Sunrise School Fall Carnival. Mary Lynn taught elementary school for 22 years at TUSD, and was loved by all. She is survived by her daughters, Ashley and Abby; their father, William Boynton; her sister, Lisa Hawley; brother, Roger Damon and father, Sam Damon. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 17 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church at 750 W. Chapala. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Whitmore Elementary School, Ronald McDonald House, or St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.
BROOKS, Gatha M., age 93, of Tallulah, LA, died Monday, December 13, 1999 in the Olive Branch Senior Care Center in Tallulah, LA. She was born in Blevins, Arkansas and had lived in Tallulah for six years. She was preceded in death by her husband, William A. Brooks and two daughters, Imo Pearl DiFebbo and Ima Jean Crawford. She was a homemaker and a member of Palmdale Nazarene Church in Tucson, Arizona. Survivors include two daughters and sonsin-law, Ruby M. Teague and James L. Teague of Tallulah, LA, Neva N. Larson of Gilbert, Arizona, Tom Larsen of California, Joe Di Febbo, Sr. of Tucson, Arizona and Lee Crawford of Charleston, Arkansas; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Friday, December 17, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at South Lawn cemetery.
CLARK, Roy W., 75 years old, died December 11, 1999 in his home surrounded by his family. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and a veteran of WWII. He was best known for his high values, commitment to family and wonderful sense of humor.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Lucinda; his daughters, Lucy Anderson (Mike), Brenda Alexander (Bill), Sandra Clark-Young (Dennis), and MaryAnn Clark (Steven O'Brien); son, Lon Clark; grandchildren, Debbie, Becky, Crisan, Esthela, Jason, Devon and Roy; great-granddaughter, Alexis; a large extended family and many close friends. He will be truly missed by all that knew and loved him.
Memorial service to be held 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 18, 1999 at South Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 5401 S. Park Ave. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society.
COLLIN, Robert Raymond, passed away on December 14, 1999, after a two year battle with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. RayBob was born September 3, 1937 in Madawaska, Maine. He previously resided in Michigan and California before moving to Tucson in 1979. Ray-Bob retired from Hughes Aircraft after 17 years in 1996. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marilyn Ann Collin; sons, Brian and Daniel of Tucson; mother, Adrienne Collin of Michigan; loving brothers and sisters of Michigan and Nevada, and many dear friends. Chapel Service, Friday, 11:00 a.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Private interment, Evergreen cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Robert Raymond to Carondelet Hospice Services, 1802 W. St. Mary's, Tucson, 85745, or a charity of your choice.
ELIZABETH 'BETTY' KAHN, 92, 15 December 1907 to 13 December 1999, resided in Chicago, IL moving to Tucson in 1970. Betty loved to sing and play the Old Time favorites of the 1920's through the early 50's on her accordion for hospitals, nursing homes and schools at the ripe young age of 85. Served as president of ORT, Illinois Club and Pantano Park Home Owners Association and was a very active volunteer. Betty's parting words were 'I don't want tears and mourning but want all to know my commitment to help others is completed.' Elizabeth's memory will live on through her children, Donald (JoAnn) of Amarillo, TX, Erwin (Bianca) and Herbert (Barbara) of Tucson, Ginny (Monte) Lawrence of Ross, CA; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Fund or Alzheimers Association. Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 17, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
KEBLIS, Kazys, 89, died December 14, 1999. Father of Algis (Stella) Keblis of Chicago, IL and Romas (Constance) Keblis of Arcadia, CA; stepfather of Jim (Peggy) Guntis, Tucson, AZ. Also survived by several grandchildren. He was born in Lithuania and was very proud to be an American. He had lived in Tucson for 25 years and had played the piano at a center for the elderly. Funeral service 9:30 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 1999 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Burial in Our Lady of the Desert. Friends may call from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, December 18th at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.
KLOOS, William P., 79, of Tucson, passed away on December 13, 1999. Survivors include his children, Kathleen (Dave) Warren, Gerald (Sharon) Kloos, William (Kathy) Kloos, Dennis (Sally) Kloos; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Elizabeth Spero and companion, Jane Wilson. Funeral service will be held Friday, December 17, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at South Lawn cemetery.
JOSEPH LEE passed peacefully away on December 14, 1999. Joe was born in Toison, China on October 23, 1921. Joe came to San Francisco when he was only twelve years old. Joe met and married
Ann Louie. They had two sons, Calvin and Jeffrey. Joe bought a grocery store in Tucson and opened the store every day from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m for thirty years. Joe is remembered by friends and family as a hard worker, loving husband and good father. His mahjonng friends will miss him. In retirement, Joe enjoyed fishing and traveling with Ann. He also visited his grandchildren, Alicia and Jeffrey, to attend their various school activities in Houston, Texas. Joe was easy going and never complained. With only a sixth grade education, Joe ran the grocery store and raised his family. He wanted his two sons to have all the things that were not available to him. Joe succeeded beyond his expectations. His two sons became a doctor and an attorney and both of his grandchildren are in college. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you send a donation to your favorite charity or the Alzheimer's Foundation. Memorial Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 3:30 p.m. in EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Road.
MACCABE, Dorothea, age 73, of Tucson, Arizona, died Monday, December 13, 1999. Survived by children, Elizabeth Barlow (Stephen) of Tucson, Arthur 'Barney' Maccabe (Linda) of Albuquerque, John Maccabe of New Hampshire and Andrew Maccabe of Tucson; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Predeceased by her sons, James Eareckson and Frederic III and her husband of fifty years, Frederic. Dorothea was President of Tucson Medical Center Auxiliary and the Tucson Chapter of Los Amigos de las Americas, and also a volunteer with Assistance League of Tucson. Memorial Service will be held 12:00 p.m., Sunday, December 19, 1999 at Trinity Presbyterian Church Chapel. Remembrances may be made to Assistance League of Tucson. Arrangements made by ARIZONA MORTUARY, 7 E. University Blvd.
MASON, Robert F., 54, died December 14, 1999. Survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Mason; daughters, Darlene and Shollon; Mary Ellen's son and daughter, Johnathon and Dawn Briggs; four grandchildren and one brother, two sisters. Robert was employed at Raytheon since moving to Tucson from Lowell, Mass. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to service time at 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 17, 1999, EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Further services and burial will be in Lowell, Mass.
McCORD, Maria, aka: Maria Francisca Huaraque, 90, of Tucson, Arizona, died December 13, 1999. preceded in death by husband, Alva McCord. Survived by nephews, Michael Molina, Genaro and Manuel Romero; nieces, Rosa Ytualde, Teresa Molina, Blasa and Socorro Rodriguez. Also survived by many great nephews and great-nieces.
For almost 60 years, she was an integral part and much-beloved member of the B.G. Thompson Family. Maria–lovingly known as 'Tia Frances', 'Nina', and 'Grandma' – was devoted to her large family and was a source of quiet and continual inspiration to all who knew her. She had many friends, from all walks of life, in Arizona, California and many other states. She was an exemplary disciple of the faith she professed.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 16, 1999, from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, 2915 E. 36th Street, with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 17, 1999, 10:30 a.m., also at Our Lady Queen of All Saints. Burial services will be held immediately thereafter at Holy Hope cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to 'Casa de los Ninos' or your favorite charity. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
DR. HUMBERTO C. MENDOZA, 67, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 14, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Delia R. Mendoza; children, Dr. Marie MendozaCipollo (Loren), Eugene T. Mendoza, Diana P. Hallman (Peter), Virginia M. Mayberry, Carole Jean Esteban (Rolly) and Linda Ann R. Mendoza; brothers; Raul and Louie Mendoza. Also survived by 11 grandchildren.
He dedicated forty years of chiropractic service to the community and was a member of the Arizona Association of Chiropractic, the American Chiropractic Association, the International Chiropractic Association, and the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research. Dr. H.C. Mendoza also served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Hornet.
His Generosity, Love, and Compassion served as an example for his family, friends and associates. He was 'almost perfect' and will be remembered in our hearts forever.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 17, 1999 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with a Prayer Service recited at 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will be offered on Saturday, December 18, 1999, 10:30 a.m. at Evergreen cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
