LIDDLE, Pearl V., 72, of Tucson, went home to be with her Lord on February 22, 1998. Survivors include her loving husband of 47 years, Jim; children, Dianne (Gary) Foster, Luann (Rod) Helmer, Stephen (Ardith) Liddle, Timothy (Katie) Liddle; eight grandchildren; two great-grandsons and two brothers, Edson and Kenneth Light. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral Service will be held at Casas Adobes Baptist Church, 2131 W. Ina Rd., Thursday, February 26, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with Visitation one hour prior. Interment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice Family Care or Casas Adobes Baptist Church Building Fund. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
Richard ”Richie” Lofton, 21, of Tucson, passed away on February 21, 1998. He is survived by aunts, Rosemary, Lourdes, Emma, Dolores, Alice; brothers, Johnny, Gilbert, Jaime; cousins, Ray, Peter, Marie, Angela. Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 25, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY. Burial will be Thursday, 9:30 a.m. at Holy Hope Cemetery. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
MARQUEZ, Roberto O., 86, of Tucson, passed away February 17, 1998. Preceded in death by wife, Clara Marquez; parents, Ignacio and Rosa Marquez; sisters, Rosa Mendoza and Josephina Fierros; brothers, Ignacio, Isidoro, Enrique, Fermin, Humberto and Ramon Marquez. Survived by sisters-in-law, Ernestina, Juanita, Rita, Luz, Mary and Maria Marquez and many beloved nephews and nieces. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 26, 1998 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 on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Margaret's Church, 801 N. Grande Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY INC.
NIXON, George O., 83, died February 22, 1998. Born in Sullivan, IN, August 24, 1914. Loving husband, father and grandfather of Lois M. (wife of 61 years), Judy (Rodger) Harris, Ken (Dawn), Paul (Ferralyn), Donna (Roy) Wiles and Brian (Gayle); 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also survived by three sisters, Dorothy McCammon, Helen Moss and Eula Wright living in Indiana; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son, Billy; granddaughter, Alyssa and brother, Raymond. George was a resident of Tucson for the past 40 years, moving from Sullivan, IN. He was a veteran of WWII serving with the U.S. Army, member of Operating Engineers Local #428 since 1951 retiring in 1976. Friends may call Wednesday, February 25, 1998 beginning at noon. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Dignita Hospice Care, 5675 N. Oracle Rd. suite 3101 Tucson, AZ 85704.
Marilee Paczosa 70, of Tucson, passed away February 22, 1998. Preceded in death by parents, Owen and Mary Thomas; brother, Owen Thomas. Survived by husband, Leo Paczosa; children, Lee, Cathy, Pam, Theresa, John, and Jim; sisters, Colleen, Evan and Zita; and four grandchildren. Visitations will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 1998 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave. with Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m.. Mass will be offered Thursday, February 26, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. She was the president of the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Auxiliary Clinic and also a regent of C.D.A. Family suggest donations be made to St. Elizabeth of Hungary Clinic. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
BONNY, Ronald F., 53, died February 19, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
DRISCOLL, Laura Alice. Born July 3, 1916 at Garber, Oklahoma. Died February 20, 1998 in Tucson, Arizona. Graduated Laura Alice Smith, Enid High School, Enid, Oklahoma in 1934. Attended Phillips University in Enid. Lived and worked in Enid until she moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1960 and married her husband, Lee Driscoll. She and Lee worked in Oklahoma City until his death in 1971. Moved to Tucson in 1991 to be with her daughter. Preceded in death by her sister, Donna Ruth and by her husband. Survived by her sister, Madge E. Stewart of Delaware, Ohio; and her children, Judy Stiver of Tucson and Lee Wickline of Austin, Texas. Four surviving grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 25, 1998 at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church, 600 North Kolb Rd., Tucson, where she was a member. Interment of her ashes will be scheduled in May, next to her husband in Enid Cemetery, Enid, Oklahoma. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, Tucson, Arizona.
GENNRICH, Alice Marie, age 85, of Tucson, AZ, passed away February 21, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl A. Gennrich who passed away in 1990. Mr. and Mrs. Gennrich owned and operated a tax consulting firm for 30 years. She is survived by her daughter, Joan (Alex) Sheydayi; grandchildren, Tania (Harold) Litwiler, Peter (Susan) Sheydayi, Lisa (Neil) Sturtevant. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd on Tuesday, February 22, 1998 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service time is pending and will be announced. Arrangements by family owned ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.
LASH, D. Ralph, 94, born February 14, 1904; went to join his Lord February 21, 1998. Survived by his wife, Laura Belle Lash; son, Arval (Marilynn) Lash; daughters, Sue nee Lash (John) Journey and Barbara nee Lash (Jay) Lunsford; grandchildren, Allan and Bill Journey, Tina Klingenberg, Curt Lunsford, Linda McMullen and Daniel Lash (deceased); 14 great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law; many nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends. Ralph was born in southwestern PA. Received his teaching degree from the University of California in PA. He taught for 22 years in Westmoreland County, PA before moving to Tucson in 1947 where he taught for 23 years in District One. Friends may call 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 24, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services will be held 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 25 at El Camino Baptist Church, 7777 E. Speedway, where Ralph was an active member. Rev. Russ Marshall officiating. Burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to the organ fund at El Camino Baptist Church.
MEINTZER, Russel N., 54, of Morenci, AZ, formerly of Tucson, passed away on February 20, 1998. Russ was a lover of life and an accomplished poet. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Gail; daughter, Shawne; sons, Treg and Devin. Also survived by brothers, Will (Betty), Mike (Lorna), Jeff (June); and sister, Sandy (Stacy). He will be greatly missed by several other relatives and many friends. Russ was employed by Phelps Dodge Mercantile. Graveside Service 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 25 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Road. A Viewing will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, Tuesday, February 24 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
MEYERS, Rosabelle Jean, 71, died February 21, 1998. Wife of Albert W. Meyers. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
MIHALKO, Mary (nee Orynycz), 90. Born in Whippany, New Jersey on February 21, 1908. Born into Eternal Life on February 21, 1998. Survived by daughters, Elaine (John) Grumka and Sister Dorothea Joan Mihalko of Tucson, AZ; son, Joseph (Rosemary) Mihalko of Whippany, New Jersey; sister, Catherine (Dmytro) Zarachanska of Ukraine; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many relatives and friends. Mary lived her early years in Southeastern Poland, her adult and married years in Whippany, New Jersey, and her last years in Tucson, Arizona. Mary, a homemaker, was a loving, kind, generous, and prayerful person. Now, she is home with her Lord, her husband Joseph J. Mihalko, parents, and brother Dmytro. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, Tucson, Arizona.
SULLIVAN, Mary Elizabeth, 93, died on February 21, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Harley Sullivan 33 years ago. She is survived by children, Barbara Joan Melton (Walter) of Tucson, AZ; Joseph Neil Sullivan (Ethel) of Indianapolis, IN; Altanell Lile of Indianapolis, IN; Ramon Mark Sullivan (Barbara) of Ripon, England; and Marilyn Allis Beeksma (Stanley) of Auburn, Washington; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and sister, Julia Ruth Kennedy of Tucson, AZ. One grandchild preceded her in death. She was best at being our Mom. She will be loved and missed always. Services and burial will be in Friends Chapel, Edgar County, Illinois. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
WILLIFORD, Miriam, died February 20, 1998 in Tucson, AZ after a brief illness. Born March 26, 1926 in Rock Hill, SC, daughter of Samuel Elliot Williford and Lillie Mae Parrish Williford, she was a graduate of Winthrop College, with a M.A. from the University of North Carolina and a Ph.D. in Latin American History from Tulane University. Miriam became a Professor of History at Winthrop College, where she specialized in Latin American History, authored the definitive book ”Jeremy Bentham in Spanish America” and later became Dean of Continuing Education. In 1979, after working with the Ford Foundation and the BBC in NYC, she was recruited by Chancellor Henry Koffler to direct the Division of Continuing Education at the University of Massachusetts. In 1980 she was named to direct the Chancellor's Working Group on Economic Development and also became Associate Provost for Continuing Education and Public Service. Under her leadership the Division succeeded in serving nearly 15, 000 adult nontraditional students per year in undergraduate courses, Master's degree programs, professional development, and in performing community outreach in economic development. She was also active in the National University Continuing Education Association, and served as President. In 1995 she retired to her home in her dearly loved Tucson, and its mountains. She is survived by her beloved sister and family: Mary Frances Williford Boozer, niece, Mary Boozer Neece and her family, nephew, John Boozer and his family of Greensboro, NC; her dear friends, Peggy Haskel and Paula Treder of Tucson; and many other loyal friends and colleagues throughout the country. She will be grievously missed for her good mind, her sense of fun, her great love of adventure, and her stalwart friendship. Graveside Services will be held at Gilmore Memorial Park Cemetery in Greensboro, NC, Wednesday, February 25, 1998 with a Memorial Service to be scheduled in Tucson at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Handmaker Hospice, PO Box 13090, Tucson, AZ 85732. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.
WONG, Hung Gay, 67, died on February 19, 1998. The Lord has taken Hung Gay to a more tranquil and peaceful world. His spirit is free to enjoy a better life in the afterworld. He is survived by his sons, Edward and George Wong; mother, Tew Wah Wong; brothers, Billy and Johnny Wong; and sisters, Jeanne and Rose Wong. Mr. Wong will be cremated. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
YATES, Flossie Marie, age 90, passed away February 19, 1998. Born Prescott, AR, February 4, 1908. Preceded in death by husband, Nat; youngest son, Gary Yates; oldest daughter, Betty Anway. Survived by six children, Bill (Doris) Yates of Auburn, CA; Martha (Bud) Ramsey of Tucson, AZ; Kitty (Francis) Thomas of Chandler, AZ; Virginia (Jason) Simmons of Arlington, WA; Don (Vivian) Yates of Liverpool, TX; Deanna (Ron) Golenski of San Antonio, TX; 33 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. Services Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Interment to follow Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
BAKKER, Anton Winston, 22, of Tucson, died February 19, 1998, a student at the U of A. Survived by parents, Peter and Katherine Bakker; sister, Kimberly all of Napa, CA; and many other loving family and friends. Burial will be in California. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
LISTER, David ”Fritz” P., age 61, of Tucson, died suddenly February 18, 1998. David, formerly from Winooski, Vermont was born on November 9, 1936. He is survived by his longtime sweetheart of 36 years, Barbara Laballee; two sons, Daryl (Stephanie) and Dustin Lister; five daughters, Darla (Albert) Corella, Deanna (Rene) Gonzales, Dawnette, Dana and Danielle Lister; four grandsons, Tyler, Andrew and Aaron, his Angel Ryan preceded him in death; six granddaughters, Victoria, Teresa, Nekolle, Andrina, Alejandra and Rachel; two sisters, Ann (Gerald) Greene and Helen (Walter) Burbo; adoring sister-in-law, Jacqualine ”Tet” Laballee; 14 first generation nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his father, Charles D. Lister in 1953 and mother Marion Lister in 1998. David served in the U.S. Air Force, active duty, and was honorably discharged in 1957. He later served in the Vermont Air National Guard. He was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, (V.F.W.). After 19 years of exemplary service as a manager for IBM Burlington, he was medically retired. David, fondly known as ”Fritz” was an active member of the community in Winooski, Vermont, where he unselfishly devoted countless hours coaching and mentoring the youth in Church Youth Organizations (CYO) and little league. His extreme athletic knowledge provided him with the skills to referee and umpire various scholastic and community leagues. Fritz's caring nature and devotion was shown by his support of academic and athletic excellence during his tenure as Chairman of the Winooski School Board. A testimonial held in his honor was a warm indication of the high esteem held by the many people whose lives he touched. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Rest in peace, husband, father, grandpa, uncle, brother and friend. Mass will be offered 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 23, 1998 at St. Francis de Sales, 1375 S. Camino Seco. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Desert Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 1998 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
NEURATH, Lilly E., born November 6, 1900, passed away February 2, 1998, after a brief illness. Born in Hungary, she spent her youth in Vienna with her late husband, Dr. Herbert Neurath. During WWII they settled in the U.S. Both were professional musicians. Music was their life. Lilly was a gentle, fine woman who will be remembered by her few surviving friends and devoted caregiver, Kathy Atteberry. Memorial service will be held Sunday March 1, at 12:30PM at the Handmaker Jewish Center, 5100 E. Grant Road. Memorial donations may be made to Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging.
OLIVAS, Josephina L., 71, of Tucson, passed away February 19, 1998. Survived by daughters, Maria Elena O. Mendoza, Guadalupe O. Cardenas, Carmen O. Mendoza, Josie O. Gomez, Margarita O. Contreras, Erlinda O. Urbano, Beatrice O. Molinar and Yolanda O. Rivera; sons, Ramon L. Olivas Jr., Pedro L. Olivas, Benjamin L. Olivas and Ernesto L. Olivas; 27 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 22, 1998 from 4:00 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 Monday, February 23, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Church. Interment to follow at Continental Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY INC.
WEAVER, John A., 77, of Tucson, died February 16, 1998 after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; two sons, John Weaver, in Medina, OH, Richard Weaver, in Vermilion, OH; one daughter, Karen S. Martin, in Tucson; six grandchildren, Christopher Weaver, Jeffrey Weaver, Amy Weaver, Bryan Weaver, Kristin Martin and Joshua Martin; and two great-grandchildren. John had a great love of airplanes and he spent most of his time building the exact models of all kinds of aircraft. He has exhibited them all over the country at conventions. He has some exhibited at the Pima Air Museum, Tucson, AZ. He was a member of the International Modelers Plastic Society, and the local IMPS. The Memorial Service will be held Sunday, February 22, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. at Magee with the Reverend Paul Caseman officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to Dignita Hospice Care, 5675 N. Oracle Rd. Ste 3101, Tucson, AZ 85704, or the Pima Air Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Rd. Tucson, AZ 85706.
YATES, Flossie Marie, age 90, passed away February 19, 1998. Born in Prescott, AR, February 4, 1908. Preceded in death by husband, Nat; youngest son, Gary Yates; oldest daughter, Betty Anway. Survived by six children, Bill (Doris) Yates of Auburn, CA, Martha (Bud) Ramsey of Tucson, AZ, Kitty (Francis) Thomas of Chandler, AZ, Virginia (Jason) Simmons of Arlington, WA, Don (Vivian) Yates of Liverpool, TX, Deanna (Ron) Golenski of San Antonio, TX; 33 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. Services pending. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.
