LANIER, Vincent, professor emeritus, University of Arizona, died August 31, 1997. Survived by his wife, children and grandchildren. No services will be held.
Matt Rossell, 60, went to live with the Lord on August 30, 1997, in Tucson, Arizona, after a short bout with cancer. He was born in Mesick, MI, on June 17, 1937. He married his wife, Pat, in 1961, and together they moved to Arizona. Matt served in the Navy for four years. He was a graduate of Pepperdine University. He worked for Valley National Bank for 30 years and retired in 1992. Matt was a devoted, loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a loyal friend to all who knew him. Matt was an honest man and lived a life of integrity. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Pat Rossell; children, Kathy Hutcherson, Mark Rossell and Sheila Baker; sons-in-law, Bill Hutcherson and Warren Baker; mother, Gwen Rossell; sisters, Lavonne Nelson and Freda Graves; and brother, Arvid Rossell. Dear loving husband and father, we find comfort in knowing that you have gone to live with our Lord, Jesus Christ, in Heaven. We look forward to the day we see you again. We will always love and miss you. XXXX-OOOO. A Memorial Service will be held at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 2131 W. Ina Road, on Thursday, September 4, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
SKAGGS, Helen, born April 8, 1914 in Baker, Oregon; died August 30, 1997 in Tucson, AZ. Helen was a resident of Tucson since the 1960's and was loved by all.Survived by sons, Harry Vier of Portland, OR and Lawrence Vier of Newport, Oregon. Arrangements will be private.
TOBIN, Irwin L., 70, of Tucson, formerly of Miami and Chicago, died September 1, 1997. He was preceded in death by his parents, Haymon and Fanny Tobin; and two sisters, Rose Tobin and Bernice Tobin Schwartz. She is survived by her brother, Sol (Caroline) Tobin of Tucson; brother-in-law, Murray Schwartz of LA; niece, Neala (William) Sillman of Tucson; nephew, Myles (Carol) Tobin of Chicago; niece, Deborah (Scott) Schwartz-Alexander of Philadelphia; grand-niece, Kayi (Marco) Sillman-Rivera of Tucson; grand-nephew, Rubin Burrows of Philadelphia. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, September 3, at 11:00 a.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. (one block North of Grant), with Rabbi Ross London officiating. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Liberty Wildlife, P.O.B. 14345, Scottsdale, AZ 85627, or your favorite charity. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
WOLF, Denise M., 41, of Tucson, passed away August 30, 1997. Survived by husband, Donald Wolf; parents, Alvin and Dora Hamberger of Lakewales, FL; son, William Ahrens of York, PA; stepdaughter, Margaret Wolf of York, PA; sister, Diane Hamberger of Tucson, AZ; brother, Michael Hamberger of FL; and one grandson; several nieces and nephews. Services have been held. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
Judy Dulfer Young, 50, died September 1st, 1997. Judy, a long-time resident of Tucson, grew up in Burlingame, California. She is survived by her loving husband, John F. Young; two precious daughters, Jennifer Young and Jessica Young, all of Tucson. She is survived by three loving sisters, Gretchen (George) Williams of Danier, CA, Marguerite (Dan) Fitch of Grand Junction, CO, and Mary Atkinson of San Jose, CA; brother and sisters-in-law, Greg Ridley of Lafayette, CA, Sam and Grace Young of Tucson, Tom and Kay Young of Austin, TX, Bill and Kathy Young of Tucson, and Bob Young of Washington, DC; 17 adoring nieces and nephews, Tom and Dan Ridley, Rick and Jennie Dulfer, Adam and Matthew Fitch, Heather and Elizabeth Young, Danielle, Nolan and Rebecca Young, Erin, Sam and Ben Young, and Kelsey and Carrie Young, and many caring friends. The way in which Judy embraced life was an inspiration to family and friends. She displayed continual strength, dignity and an incomparable positive outlook throughout her battle with cancer. Judy had a passion for gardening, teaching basket weaving and decorating at Christmas time. She will be remembered for her sincere devotion to her family, her bright nature, her kindness – as abundant as the flowers in her garden and her exuberant approach to life. She was a blessing to all whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts be sent to the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way 85712. There will be a gathering of friends at the Tucson Botanical Gardens from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, September 4th, with a Scripture Service recited at 8:00 p.m. Mass will be offered at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 5th, at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo. Interment will follow at Tucson Memorial Park East Lawn. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
GULLO, Agostino A. ”Gus”, 68, of Tucson, died August 28, 1997. He was born in Buffalo, NY. Survived by wife, Debbie; step-daughter Loriann Gross; grandson Chris Gross; brothers, Joe and Frank; sister, Josephine Rondoni; many nieces and nephews; grand nieces and nephews; and great-great nephews. Memorial Service will be held, Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 6:00 p.m., at Christ the King Episcopal Church, 2800 W. Ina Rd.
HERNANDEZ, SIR, Frank, 66, of Tucson, passed away August 29, 1997. Survived by wife, Lilly Hernandez; daughters, Judy Hernandez and Anna Hernandez; sons, Frank Hernandez Sr. and Charlie Mankel; sister, Sarah Ybarra; brother, Henry Hernandez. Also survived by six grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 1997, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday, at 10:30 a.m., at St. John’s Church, 602 W. Ajo Way. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY INC.
JACKSON, Gavin Richard, 59, passed away August 27, 1997. Born February 13, 1938 in Payson, AZ. Preceded in death by his mother, Vivian. Survived by father, Everett R. of Payson; brother, Everett W. (Micky) of CA; niece, Sandy; nephew, Bill; children, Lori (Doug) Grendahl of New Castle, WY, Gavin, Justin of Tucson, Tony of Carson City, NV; nine grandchildren. Family requests no flowers. Visitation Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Graveside Services, September 4, 1997, 11:00 a.m., Payson Pioneer Cemetery, Payson, AZ.
MORENO, Trinidad G., 78, of Tucson, passed away August 29, 1997. Survived by daughters, Juanita (Joaquin) Castillo, Trinidad (James) Villasenor; sons, Miguel Moreno and Jesus (Viola) Moreno; sister, Josie Anaya. Also survived by nine grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 1997, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY INC, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Thursday, at 9:00 a.m., at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY INC.
YANEZ, Alejandro A., age 69, of Tucson, passed away August 30, 1997. He is survived by wife, Artemisa; children, Edilia Cordero, Enedina and Octavio Miranda, Carmen Yanez, Martin Yanez; ten grandchildren; sisters, Frances Camacho, Maria Luisa (Marisal) Nunez, and Sara (Manuel) Aros. He was beloved as a husband, brother, father, and grandfather and will be deeply missed. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered 9:00 a.m., Thursday, September 4, 1997 at Santa Cruz Church. Friends may call at ARIZONA MORTUARY, 7 E. University Blvd., Wednesday, September 3, 1997 from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Interment Holy Hope Cemetery.
BECK, Kathleen E., passed away on August 27, 1997 in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a long illness. Mrs. Beck was born on January 16, 1922 in Calgary, Alberta. She is survived by her daughter, Christina Beck Algeo and husband John of Albuquerque; her two grandchildren, Frannie Algeo and Robert Algeo; and her brother, Kendall Begert and wife Beverly of Vancouver, British Columbia. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Jean R. Beck. Kathleen was a long-time resident of Tucson until her move to Albuquerque in 1993. She was an active member of Arizona Friends of Music, the University of Arizona community, an avid would-be-golfer, and involved in various organizations until her illness prevented her from enjoying these activities. She will be remembered by all as a caring and loyal friend who had a great sense of humor and opinions about many things. Burial will take place in Canada. In lieu of flowers, her daughter has asked that gifts be made in Kathleen’s memory to the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 5065 Outpatient Center, 601 N. Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21287.
GARLAND, Gladys S., 79, of Tucson, passed away August 30, 1997. Survived by daughters, V. Claire (Brian) McKenna and Lisa (Alex) Martinez; and four grandchildren, all of Tucson. She was a piano teacher and active in Fan Kane Research Fund. Graveside Service private. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
JACKSON, Gavin Richard, 59, passed away August 27, 1997. Born February 13, 1938 in Payson, AZ. Preceded in death by his mother, Vivian. Survived by father, Everett R. of Payson; brother, Everett W. (Micky) of CA; niece, Sandy; nephew, Bill; children, Lori (Doug) Grendahl of New Castle, WY, Gavin, Justin of Tucson, Tony of Carson City, NV; nine grandchildren. Family requests no flowers. Visitation Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Graveside Services, September 4, 1997, 11:00 a.m., Payson Pioneer Cemetery, Payson, AZ.
JOHNSON, Edward M., 67, died August 29, 1997. Survived by wife, Rose Johnson. Arrangements by BRING’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
OLIVER, Aurelia, 86, of Tucson, passed away August 27, 1997. Survived by husband, Bernard; daughter, Mary Artemis Alvarez; sister, Adaline Green; brother, Felipe Corella; 10 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 1997, from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Wednesday, September 3, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. at St.Augustine Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave.
ROTH, Michael, Ret. Lt. Col. U.S.A., 87, died August 27, 1997. Survived by his wife, Alice Evelyn Roth; sons, Michael Edward (Patricia Lynn) and Douglas James (Carol) Roth; two grandchildren and brother, Joe (Dorothy) Roth. Michael was a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy, retired policeman from the City of St. Louis, Mo. Member of VFW #549. Private Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
SHAW Lula Mae (Lou), 62, of Tucson, passed away August 29, 1997 Survived by daughters, Vanessa (Bob) Whitacre, Kathy (Kim) Sporleder; son, Melvyn (Lori) Shaw, all of Tucson; brothers, Franklin and Arnold Bentley; sister, Aileen Hampton, all of KY; seven grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Graveside Service, Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
WETLAUFER, Helen Elizabeth ”Betty”, age 85, of Tucson, AZ and Park Rapids, MN, died June 21, 1997. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 1997 at 10:45 a.m. at St. Philips’s in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. at River.
WOODRUFF, R. Mark, 87, beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, died august 30, 1997. Survived by daughter Suzi Lacey and her husband, Tudor Lacey; grandchildren, Lizzie, Andrew, Scott and Gail Lacey and Bridget Lindroth and her husband, Doug; brother, Carroll ”Speedy” Woodruff (Johann); brother-in-law and life-long friend, Bob Chapman (Toni). Preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn ”Kitty” in 1992. Mark was Vice President and Manager of the Tucson Office of Western American Mortgage Co. which he opened in 1948. He and Kitty moved to Tucson in 1941 from OH. Funeral Service will be held 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 2, 1997, at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
