ALVARADO, Manuel De Jesus, 43, of Tucson, passed away February 27, 1996. Survived by wife, Theresa Alvarado; parents, Manuel and Maria Alvarado; daughters, Angela and Monica Alvarado; stepson, Fred Molina; sisters, Irma Sipp, Mercy Alvarado, Irene Alvarado; brothers, Arthur, Daniel, Paul, John and Raul Alvarado. Visitation will be held Friday, March 1, 1996 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered Saturday, March 2, 1996 at St. Margaret’s Church, 801 N. Grande at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to LULAC Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2443, Tucson, AZ 85702. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, iNC.
BELASCO, Arnold E. Sr., 84, passed away February 28, 1996. He was a man who lived his life with courage, grace, dignity, perseverance and love. He will live on through all the lives he touched with his gentleness and strength. He loved his family and friends and taught his children that if you love yourself it is easy to love others. Arnold is survived by loving wife of 53 years, Leonor; sister, Marie Warren of Douglas, AZ; daughters, Maria Norton, Gregoria (Bill) Hawkins, Yvonne (Rudy) Campas, Nora Belasco, and Nancy Belasco; sons, Arnold Jr. (Velma), Ben (Shirley), Bobby (Kathy), Roman (Uta), James (Jackie), Joaquin (rocky), and Roger; also leaves 25 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He is predeceased by daughter, Carmelita. Born August 14, 1911 in Frontier near McNeal, AZ. Before moving to Tucson in 1991, Arnold lived most of his life in Douglas where he was active in St. Luke’s Church. Funeral service in Douglas on Friday, March 1 at St. Luke’s. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton or the Parkinson’s Disease Society.
ENGLEBRIGHT, Emma Marie, 91, of Tucson, died Tuesday, February 27, 1996. She was preceded in death by her husband, T. E. Englebright and her son, Frank Lindstrom. She is survived by her daughters, Marjorie M. Presson of Collinsville, IL, Dolores H. Harris, Beverly A. Fraim, both of Tucson; stepchildren, Norma Lee Deaton, Dorothy M. Dunn, both of Fairburn, GA, Ted E. Englebright, Jr. of Topock, AZ; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Englebright was a member of Arizona Chapter #2, O.E.S., Tash Tonlik Court #10, Order of Amaranth, Assembly #115, Social Order of the Beauceant, Oasis Court #75, L.O.S. and Olana Temple #131, Daughters of the Nile. She was an associate member of the F.O.P. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 1, 1996 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with Pastor Gary Roper of St. James United Methodist Church officiating. Friends may call at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The family request memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, to the Leukemia Society of America, 2990 E. Northern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85028, the American Diabetes Assoc., 40 N. Swan, Suite 116, Tucson, 85711, or to a charity of your choice.
FIGUEROA, Enrique G. “Richard’, 41, passed away February 24, 1996. Survived by children, Jeannette, Rachelle, Rikki Ann and Angelena; mother, Adelina Jackson; sisters, Erlinda Figueroa, Sylvia (David) Esquivel and Esther Yanez; brothers, Albert Gutierrez and Amador (Jo Ann) Gutierrez. He is also survived by many aunts, nieces, nephews, great niece and great nephews and other relatives and friends. Richard was a member of the Marine Corp and served during Vietnam. Visitation will be from Noon to 2:00 p.m. Friday with Graveside Services at 2:00 p.m. at South Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
GAGE, William L., Sr., 89, of Tucson, passed away February 25, 1996. He is survived by son, William and his wife Barbara Gage of Tucson; daughter, Evelyn and her husband Ralph Ramsey of Dallas; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Retired Officers Association, Elks Club 2090, Show Low, AZ. Memorial Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 at Hudgel’s SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to the Alzheimers and Related Disorders Association.
HAMILTON, Hugh, 76, died February 27, 1996. Arrangements by BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
HARKINS, Mary C., 76, of Tucson, died February 27, 1996. Survivors include children, Mike, Marty and Janet; one brother, Art (Kay) Rooney of Butte, MT; sisters-in-law, Phyllis, Curly and Nancy Rooney; brother and sister-in-law, Tony and June Gasperino; plus many other loving relatives. Preceded in death by her husband, William C. and brothers, Jack, Walter and Donald. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, February 29, 1996 with Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church, 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 1, 1996. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
HART, Oscar J., 74 years old, died Monday, February 26, 1996. He was a 55 year resident of Tucson. Longtime member of the Latin-American Club. Served in WWII. Survived by wife, Rachel; daughters, (Annie) Barbara (Frank) Wimberly, Jeanie (Larry) Kirkendall, Dolly (Fred) Dominguez; brother, Robert D. (Mary), all of Tucson; brother, Clarence (Jean) of IL; sister, Florence Heage of MO; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren. Interment scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 1, 1996 at South Lawn Cemetery.
KILEY, Dan, 54, of Tucson, died February 24, 1996. Survivors include: Dr. Dan’s wife, JoAnne; puppy, Shelly; son, Patrick; stepchildren, Michele and Jimmy; grandchildren, Tammy, Melissa, Cayla, BreAnn; sister-in-law, Rita Scanlon; nieces and nephews and many loving friends. Memorial Services will be at the Chapel at Pusch Ridge, 1401 E. El Conquistador Way, Oro Valley at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 with Dr. John Daley officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the U.S. Handball Association, 2333 N. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
McCORT, Ronald L., 37, of Tucson, died February 26, 1996. Survived by parents, Donald and Juanita McCort of Tucson; sister, Karon Jury of Battle Mountain, NV; brother, Jim McCort of Omaha, AR. Memorial Services Friday, 1:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY with Chaplain William Killian officiating. Friends may call Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
MOORE, Angel Benshoof, 29, passed on January 28, 1996 in her home. She was returned to Perry, Iowa to rest beside her father, Dave Benshoof on February 5, 1996 with family and friends present. Angel worked in Tucson for five years as a temp worker, nurses aid, and for Subway. A part time Pima Community College Student, she wished to be a nurse one day. A member of A.A. for four years. She had an alcoholic slip that proved fatal. A kind and gentle person; she led life her way and will be missed. Survived by mother, Pam Hendrixson; beloved friend, Leslie Weskski; daughter, Jasmine Moore; and sister, Cristal Montoya. Her friends are invited to a celebration of her life on her birthday, April 26, 1996, 11:00 a.m. at the North Clubhouse of Rio Vista Apartments, 2000 E. River Road. Casual wear please. Cards may be sent to Box H12, 2000 E. River Rd, 85718. The family wishes to thank you for all your kindnesses since she passed.
OWENS, Courtney Wilton, 88, of Tucson, died February 26, 1996. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Esther; sisters, Ova Taylor and Audrey Winton, both of Oklahoma City. Services will be private. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
PREBOR, Carol F., died February 27, 1996. She was born in 1937 in Irvington, NJ, the daughter of Walter and Elizabeth Trautner. She is survived by her husband, Thomas of Tucson; and daughters, Betsy Parris of Sarasota, FL and Laura Brock of Bay City, WI; and nine grandchildren. Carol had lived in Tucson for 20 years and had been active in various local equestrian organizations. She was a founding board member of the Southern Arizona Training Association and operated Bel Air Stables for several years. She had also been a sales representative with Tanque Verde Greenhouses. Carol will be missed by her many friends in the horse world and her friends in the Tanque Verde Hi-Low Bowling League. No services are planned. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice in Tucson. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
ROHR, Wilfrid (Curly), 88, of Tucson, died February 25, 1996. Survived by son, Robert; grandchildren, Robert Michael and James Gregory; sister, Rita Duffy of PA. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
GEFFRE, Pius, 70 years old, died Wednesday, February 28, 1996 in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Hazel M. Geffre of Tucson; three sons, Donald Geffre of Glendale, AZ, Pius William Geffre and Joseph Geffre, both of Tucson; five daughters, Judy Umphrey of Reno, NV, Linda Cecil, Theresa Biesterfeld, Mary Johnson, Patricia Geffre, all of Tucson; two brothers, Ben Geffre of Bismark, ND and Joseph Geffre of Olympia, WA; three sisters, Romona Jochim of Hillsboro, OR, Tillie Lacher of Tacoma, WA, Theresa Spitzer of Eureke, SD; 21 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Mr. Geffre was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Society and Knights of Columbus 4th degree. Mass for Mr. Geffre will be said at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 at St. John’s the Evangelist Catholic Church, 602 W. Ajo Way, with burial to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends of Mr. Geffre may call from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Friday, March 1, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338, where Rosary will be said at 7:30 p.m.
MALM, Jeffery, 29, of San Leandro, CA, a federal law enforcement officer with Immigration and Naturalization Service, died February 19, 1996. He was born in Chicago, IL and moved to Tucson at the age of four. He was a member of Adobe Lodge #41, Free and Accepted Masons. Survivors include his father and stepmother, Richard and Leslie of Phoenix; his mother, Barbara Anne; twin brother, Brian (Marti) of Tucson; aunt, Dorothy Wolf; and grandparents, Bill and Carol Wolf. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Tucson Baptist Temple. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, to the Jeffery Malm Scholarship Fund, c/o Glynn County Federal Employees Credit Union, Building 86, FLETC, Glynco, Georgia 31524.
MANNING, James Linn, 43 years old, died Monday, February 26, 1996. in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Rebecca Manning of Tucson; brother, Tom Manning of OR; sister, Susan Secco of CA; parents, Robert and Peggy Manning of Thousand Oaks, CA. Memorial Services for Mr. Manning will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
NELSON, Martha Eleanor, passed away February 27, 1996. She was born in Sackets Harbor, NY in 1901 and came to Arizona as a small child. She attended the University of Arizona where she lettered in five sports and was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority. In the 1940's she was active in politics and was state vice-chairperson of the Republican Party. Later, she was active in the Tucson Watercolor Guild and the Humane Society. She is survived by longtime companion, Edward “Poncho’ Franz; grandchildren, Marty Cook Meeks, Ken Newman and wife Barbara and Linda Newman; four great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to your favorite charity. Private services will be held. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
PAPIN, Jabari Amaad, died Sunday, February 25, 1996. He was born December 21, 1977 in Denver, CO. Jabari was a senior at Mountain View High School. He touched many lives. Was greatly loved and will be missed by many. He is survived by his sister, Shayla; his mother, Paula; his father, Donald; and by grandmother, Nelva; and many loving cousins, aunts and uncles and other family members. A Private Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Northwest Brethren Chapel, 506 W. Hardy Rd. The Memorial Service will be held at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 2131 W. Ina Rd., Friday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. for all who wish to attend. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
PRIEB, June Marie, 80 years old, died January 5, 1996. She was an area resident for 21 years. Survived by nephew, Ted Desch of IL. Memorial Services are to be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
SCOTT, Elizabeth Ferry, 77, of Tucson, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 1996. Elizabeth is survived by her son, Charles Scott and his wife, Shaunda; loving sister, Ann Hansen, both of Tucson; brother, William P. Ferry and wife, Elizabeth D. Ferry of Lake Mills, WI; sister-in-law, Mrs. Robert L. (Ruth) Ferry of Safford, AZ and many nieces and nephews. She was a long time member of Embroiders of Tucson and a member of Grace Chapel. Memorial Services 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 1996 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., with Dr. George Tolman officiating. Elizabeth will be laid to rest with her husband, Wade. Memorial may be made to Casa del Los Ninos, 347 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85719. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY.
