LEINEN, Blanche 73, passed away December 12, 1997. Survived by children, Marion Valentine, Kenneth Williamson, Donald Williamson and Michael Leinen all of Tucson and Patricia Enyart of Gilbert, AZ; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sister, Creta Botker, Hazel Peltz; brothers, Irvin Humphrey and Harvey Humphrey. Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 17, 1997 at South Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call at HUDGEL’S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd & Swan, Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Wednesday.
MARKET, Elizabeth Jeanette, 72, died December 14, 1997. Wife of Anthony G.Market; mother of Michael (Cathy) Market, Anthony R. Market, Suzanne (Michael) Nichols, Pamela K. Spicer, Larry (Jennifer) Market, Mary Jane Market, Cindy L. Market, Kevin D. Market; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 17, 1997 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 215 S. Craycroft. Burial will be in Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 15th at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
PEREZ, Alfredo L., 73, of Tucson, passed away December 15, 1997. Survived by wife, Dora Perez; children, Julie (Jesus) Majalca, David (Corine) Perez, Rudy (Ernestine) Perez, Dianna (Jaime) Guzman, Martha (Richard) Zazueta; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday, December 18 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at South Lawn Mortuary, 5401 S.Park Ave. with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be Friday, December 19, 10:00 a.m. at Santa Monica Catholic Church. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
SHAW, Polly Frances, age 79, of Tucson, died December 12, 1997. Survivors include loving husband of 50 years, Norman F. Shaw; one son, Chip Shaw; one grandchild, Jacqueline; one sister, Jon B. Dyer of San Antonio, TX. Polly was a member of the Episcopal Faith and was a wonderful poet and writer. She will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Private Services. Memorial donations may be made to St. Josephs Hospice. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
SMITH, Theodore G. Jr., 63, died December 14, 1997. Husband of June Ann Smith of Tucson; father of Steve M. Smith of Tucson; Linda Lee Singh of Windsor, California; grandmother of Robin Feil, Heather Singh; great-grandmother of Kaylea Feil; sister of Elizabeth Popp of St. Petersburg, Florida, Betty Duval of Daphne, Alabama. Mr. Smith was a member of A.O.P.A., N.R.A. and a veteran of U.S. Air Force. Donations may be made in Mr. Smith’s memory to Bible Memorial Fund, c/o Bethel Baptist Church, 11040 E. Escalante, Tucson, Arizona 85730. Funeral Service, 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Burial will be in Desert Vista Memorial Park. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 18 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
SOLOMON, Elsie May, age 88, died on December 11, 1997 at Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. She was born in Panama March 9, 1909 to Francis Joseph Norton, her father and Elsie (Langenbach) Norton, her mother. She was the beloved wife of Henry Solomon of San Francisco, CA and Prescott, AZ who preceded her in death. She was also the beloved mother of Elly Mickola and Marlene Adams. She leaves five grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She will be long remembered for her dedication to her family, her creative talents and her love for the arts. Contributions can be made in her name to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
VALENZUELA, Mary Y., 78, of Tucson, passed away December 13, 1997. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Luis B. Valenzuela. Survived by daughter, Grace Valenzuela; sons, Frank Y. Valenzuela, Louis Y. (Jeannie) Valenzuela, Ernie Valenzuela, and Cookie Rodriguez. Also survived by beloved grandson, Louie M. Valenzuela; sisters, Eliza Jacobs, Dora Y. Mejia. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 1997 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, South Chapel, 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at St. Augustine Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Special thanks to TMC Hospice Program. Donations may be made to Project Y.E.S., 100 W. 37th St., 85713. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
GARCIA, Ysmael, 54, of Tucson, died December 12, 1997. Survived by wife, Esther; son, Donald Anderson of Tucson; sisters, Amanda Garcia and Josephine (Art) Taylor of Bisbee, Norma Ramirez and Ernestine Figuroa of Tucson; brothers, Ramon (Blanca) and Ignacio of Bisbee. He was an employee of the City of Tucson for 17 years. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (Ajo and 12th Ave). Interment will be in Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Vigil Service will be at 7:00 p.m.) at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (1 1/2 blocks N. of Grant Rd) 327-6341.
HILGERS, Jan, born on July 10, 1939 in Hutchinson, KS, died on November 29, 1997 in Tucson, AZ. She is survived by her sons, John and David; sister, Kay; brothers, Jerry and Randy and her parents, Vicki and Hillis. A graduate of the University of Kansas School of Nursing, her life was dedicated to the care of others. She was a loving mother, sister, daughter and a friend to many. She will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis in the Foothills, located at River and Swan in Tucson, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her loving memory to Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712.
HUBLEY, Francis Kelsey, 75, of Tucson, died December 10, 1997. He is survived by his wife, Julia Baronet of Tucson and daughter and son-in-law, Dr. Rudolph and Mary H. Mitchell of Boston. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 16 at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. Contributions in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Frank Hubley Memorial Fund, Alzheimer’s Association, Southern, AZ Chapter, P.O. Box 13423, Tucson, AZ 85732.
MARTINEZ, Sipriano Provencio, 79, died December 13, 1997 in Tucson. Born September 16, 1918 in El Paso, TX. Survived by five sons, Raymond L. (Barbara) Martinez, Carlos A. (Tellie) Martinez, Edward A.(Nancy) Martinez, Steven M. (Tom) Martinez, Martin E. (Annissa) Martinez; three daughters, Dahlia K. (Richard) Wilcox, Maryann (Norman) McRostie, and Lisa M. (David) Short; four brothers, Harvey Provencio, Jessie Provencio, Ray Provencio, Richard Provencio; two sisters, Jennettie Castanon and Gertrude Alalcone; 17 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Eleanor; also by one daughter, Cristina I. Martinez; and one son, Sipriano Martinez, Jr. Mass for Mr. Martinez will be at 11:15 a.m., Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at Our Mother of Sorrows, 1800 S. Kolb, with burial to follow at Our Lady of the Desert. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, December 15, 1997 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
Kenneth M. McLay, 85, of Tucson, died December 12, 1997. A resident of Tucson for over 48 years. Father of Constance Jacoby and Elmer K. McLay both of Tucson; two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. Funeral Services, Wednesday, December 17, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL. Burial to follow in Holy Hope Cemetery Mausoleum. Visitation Tuesday, December 16, 1997 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111)
MORGAN, Georgia, 94, of Tucson, died December 14, 1997. She is survived by nieces, Georgia Curtin, Diane Lemerise, and Toni Owen. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
STICE, Mattie, 85, of Tucson, died December 13, 1997. Survived by daughters, Loretta Grondin of Cornville, AZ, Tonietta Bergman and Emma Jean Gaxiola of Tucson; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, at Pima Baptist Church (Pima and Rosemont), with Pastor Randy Dick officiating. Interment will be in East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Friends may call Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice. Services conducted by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd., (1 1/2 blocks N. of Grant Rd) 327-6341.
Sebastian Temple
HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
Noted songwriter, musician and author, went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, December 10, 1997, at the age of 70. Born in South Africa, Sebastian’s mother died when he was only four years old. Due to difficult conditions at home, he left to make his own way at the age of 16. Soon after leaving his grandparent’s house, he wrote his first book, and became the immediate ‘toast of Johannesburg’. Sebastian longed to find a deep relationship with God (which he had not found with his rigid upbringing), so he embarked on a long journey in search of God which led him to India where he learned to meditate, to England and finally to the U.S. at the age of 33. He began writing music while he was journeying. His first songs were incorporated into the record ”Africa Belongs to the Lion” which became quite popular. He became a Catholic convert after seeing the peace of God in the face of a holy priest. He had a passion for God and music which led him to write over 1000 songs, translated and sung around the world. Best known favorites include TAKE MY HANDS, ALL THAT I AM, and THE PEACE PRAYER OF ST. FRANCIS, which has become the theme song of reconciliation of Northern Ireland and which was sung at the funeral of Princess Diana. Sebastian gave concerts and seminars around the world. Much of what he taught were later incorporated into several books dealing with forgiveness, finding yourself and meditation. Sebastian was also a prolific writer of poetry. Income from his many talents were channeled into a non-profit organization called Mission H.E.L.P. to aid families in Mexico and the U.S. In addition, he was tireless in collecting used clothing and taking it to villages in Mexico to help those without. He also raised money and built houses for the poorest of the poor in Mexico and in one town paid for and worked hard helping bring water to the local people. Mission H.E.L.P. is still in operation. Sebastian retired to Tucson, AZ in 1990. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m., Monday, at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1800 Camino Pio Decimo, ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, in charge of funeral arrangements.
Robert H. ”Bob” Wolken, Died December 11, 1997. He was born September 10, 1919 in St Louis, MO. He journeyed to Tucson in 1961 and retired a successful business man. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Kathy) Wolken; daughters, Marie (Michael) Garigan, and Debbie (Randy) Hagler. Grandchildren, Jayson and Angie Wolken and Eric, Tricia and Donald Garigan, all of Tucson. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Eleanore. He played baseball for the Tucson Old Timers, which he enjoyed immensely. He was our rock and will be missed by many. Mass will be offered, 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at St Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco, Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 15, 1997 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 15, at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Memorial donations may be made to this wonderful organization definitely devised by God, Carondelet Hospice, in Robert’s memory.
BRACAMONTE, John S. ”Johnny” 21, of Tucson, passed away December 9, 1997. Preceded in death by grandfather, Juan Bracamonte; grandparents, Lupe F. Bracamonte, Bartolo and Margaret Saenz; parents, John F. and Bertha Bracamonte. Survived by sisters, Lisa B. (Tony) Romero and Deborah; brothers, Matthew and Justin (Garcia); numerous beloved aunts, uncles and cousins; niece/godchild, Samantha Romero. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14, 1997 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, South Chapel, with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Monday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica’s Church. Interment to follow at Federico Ranch. Alumni of Sunnyside High School Class of 1994, also attended Pima Community College. Arrangements by CARRILLO’S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
CHISM, Clytie May, 89, of Tucson, died December 10, 1997. Preceded in death by her husband, William B. Chism (September 4, 1997). Survived by son, Delbert (Evelyn) Chism and daughter, Sylvia Jones, both of Tucson; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave., where funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, Rev. Derek Meekins officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
COLTON, James W., 70, of Tucson, died December 7, 1997. He is survived by daughters, Arlene and Marsha Colton; mother of his children, Doris Colton; brother, George Colton and many nieces and nephews. There will be no services. We’ll miss you dad. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
GRANILLO, Ernest G., age 79, of San Manuel, passed away December 10, 1997. Ernest is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Connie and three brothers and is survived by sisters, Isabel Lefever and Enriqueta Ortiz; daughter, Elena Torrez; son, Ernest (Beverly) Granillo; grandchildren, Tony Torrez, Robert (Jean) Granillo, Rebecca (Chad) Thimsen, Christina Torrez, Domonic Granillo and Cynthia Torrez; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Torrez, Nicholas and Alec Thimsen and Alexander Granillo. Friends may call Monday, December 15, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, San Manuel, Arizona. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. The mass of Christian Burial will be 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at the church followed by interment at Valley View Cemetery in Mammoth, Arizona. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY.
