TODD, Raymond J., 78, of Tucson, died Sunday, February 1, 1998. Survived by wife, Felice of 53 years; daughters, Mary Todd Curtis (Don) and Amy Todd (Ron Miller) all of Tucson; sons, Paul (Gwyneth) of Phoenix and Peter (Dianne) of Georgia; grandchildren, Denise Todd, Phillip Todd, Carter Todd, Alan Todd and Emily Esham. A special and heartfelt thanks to all the nurses, aid's and volunteers at the TMC Hospice who treated Ray with such loving care and dignity. Private Memorial Service was held. Memorial donations may be made to TMC Hospice, P.O. Box 31255, Tucson, AZ 85751.
Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
VITO, Martha Augusta Hermes, 81, died February 4, 1998 at her home in Green Valley. Survived by her husband, Philip B. Vito; daughter, Melissa M. Vito and her husband, Charles A. Bollong; her beloved twin grandchildren, Anthony and Zachary; and her many, many friends whose lives she touched. Mrs. Vito was born in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky and moved to Arizona in 1918. In the 1940's she was a Legal Secretary. She worked for the City of Tucson as Director of Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau and retired in 1979 after 10 years. A graduate of University of Arizona Class of 1937; member of Kappa Kappa Gamma; Junior League; Newman Center Sustaining Board; Alpha Epsilon Business Fraternity; First woman elected to Board of International Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus; Lifetime Member of Arizona Association of Association Executives; received many, many awards and recognition during her years in the Tucson Community. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m., Monday, February 9, 1998 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 1946 E. Lee St. Burial will be at Holy Hope Cemetery. Reception to follow immediately at The Arizona Inn, 2200 E. Elm St. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 8, 1998 with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WALKER, Annie Laure Ashford, Graveside Services for Annie, age 80, who passed away Saturday, January 31, were conducted Wednesday, February 4, at 11:00 a.m. at Wards Canyon Cemetery in Clifton, AZ.
Annie, was born November 1, 1917 in Mogollon, NM. She married Joe Ashford on January 12, 1934, they spent 37 years in Morenci and San Manuel area. Widowed in August 1971, Annie resided in Oracle, AZ. She then re-married Leon Walker of York Valley on February 11, 1977, where she has lived for the past 21 years.
Annie is survived by her daughters, Betty Gray of Buckley, WA, Jo Ann Daniels of Tucson, AZ, Melva Watts of Phoenix, AZ; son, Fred Ashford of Oracle, AZ; one brother, Don Smith; and one nephew, Robert Joy Smith. There are 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
Complete arrangements for Annie Laure Walker are under the direction of CALDWELL FUNERAL HOME.
WEISHEIT, Frederick James, 77, died February 4, 1998. He is survived by one son, James (Marlene) Weisheit; one grandchild, Kim (Jeff) Olson; two great-grandchildren, Christopher and Trevor Olson; companion, Carole Lee and her children, Tyre (Rachelle) and family and Tara (Jack) Cox and family. Mr. Weisheit was President and Owner of Desert News, and a member of Blue Lodge Masons, Shriner and Scottish Rite. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services, Saturday, February 7, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. Entombment to follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
Archibald William Fletcher, (B.Sc., FRCS C.Chem. FIMM. C.Eng.) died February 2, 1998, aged 75 years. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Florence Louise; daughter, Hillian and husband Anthony; grandchildren, Christopher, Joanna and Lydia; son, Paul; sister, Dulcie; and brother, Thomas.
The family requests contributions to be made to the TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712 in gratitude and loving memory of Archie, a loved and respected husband, father, sportsman, professional colleague and friend.
GIBSON, Laura Frances, 78, of Tucson, died Wednesday, February 4, 1998. She was preceded in death by her parents, George E. Keeling and Adda F. Hall of New Castle, PA, and her husband, Stewart A. Gibson. She is survived by her children, John (Rosemary) Tindall-Gibson, Rebecca (Greg) Linaman, Jeff (Shirley) Gibson; brother, George Keeling; sisters, Lillis Morrison, Wanda Zeigler, Agnes Wilson; and nine grandchildren. Mrs. Gibson was born on June 26, 1919 in Youngstown, Ohio and in her early years lived in New Castle, PA. She moved to Tucson in 1956 where she raised her family and worked with Stewart in the Air Conditioning Business. After retiring, she and Stewart enjoyed seaside living in Mexico. In 1979, they moved to the mountains in Walker, AZ. Laura returned to Tucson in 1987 after Stewart's death. Laura enjoyed life through homemaking, gardening, outdoor activities and her loved ones. A Memorial Service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 1998 ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway). Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the giver's choice. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N. Columbus Blvd.
KLINE, Charles (Chuck) Robert, 74, passed away January 31, 1998 from acute respiratory failure. Survived by beloved wife Marilyn, sons Richard (Barbara) Ireland and Roy (Sandra) Kline, and 4 grandchildren. His unassuming integrity and warmth enriched all who knew him as teacher (TUSD) coach, outdoorsman, history buff, musician, friend, and family man. Donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Memorial Service: 1:00 PM Sat., Feb. 7 at Broadway Christian Church, 4741 E. Broadway.
Lehman Lee Ret. TSGT. U.S.A.F., 65, died February 3, 1998. Survived by his wife, Wilma Lee; mother, Addie Lee; and three sisters. Friends may call 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, February 8, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 9, 1998 at Southside Church of Christ, 2503 E. 36th Street. Military Honors by Davis-Monthan Honor Guard. Burial to be private.
Trinidad B. Oropeza, 99, died February 2, 1998. Father of R. Delia 'Dee' (Ernesto G.) Munoz, Armando C.(Celia) Oropeza both of Tucson, Frank C. (Anne) Oropeza of Orlando, FL, Mary V. (Art) Bravo, Trinidad Esteban Oropeza, Lupita M. Oropeza all of Tucson and Anita M. (Bob) Rice of Alpine, AZ.; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren also survive. Mass will be offered 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 1998 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Mausoleum. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 6, 1998 with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
OTTOBONI, Iona Marie, 85, died February 5, 1998. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
C. Gale Sellens, born November 23, 1924, Russell, KS, died February 1, 1998 at his winter home in Tucson after a courageous battle with cancer. Loving family includes: wife, Kay; daughters, Linda Bogacz, Diane Smith; sons, William (all of Colorado) and Mark (deceased); stepdaughters, Patricia Frye of TX and Cathrine Kimme of IL; seven grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; one great-grandson and a host of faithful friends. Throughout the years in Denver, Gale has been a land developer, restaurant owner, politician and had a long distinguished career as a banker. Friends are invited to share happy remembrances in a celebration of his life at St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E. River Rd., Friday, February 6 at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Patricia Noble (Science of Mind Center) will officiate. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to TMC Hospice, who so caringly assisted Gale and his loved ones (5301 E. Grant Rd. 85712).
SEUMPTEWA, Barbara L. Mendez, 70, died February 3, 1998. Sister of Howard Mendez, Joyce Norris, Donald Mendez, Leland Mendez 'Corky' and Iris Medina. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral Service 9:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 1998 at 1st Papago Baptist Church in Sells, AZ. Barbara was a school teacher, both on the Tohono O'Odham and Hopi Reservations for over 30 years, retiring in 1983. Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 8, at BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott.
VITO, Martha Augusta Hermes, 81, died February 4, 1998 at her home in Green Valley. Survived by her husband, Philip B. Vito; daughter, Melissa M. Vito and her husband, Charles A. Bollong; her beloved twin grandchildren, Anthony and Zachary; and her many, many friends whose lives she touched. Mrs. Vito was born in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky and moved to Arizona in 1918. In the 1940's she was a Legal Secretary. She worked for the City of Tucson as Director of Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau and retired in 1979 after 10 years. A graduate of University of Arizona Class of 1937; member of Kappa Kappa Gamma; Junior League; Newman Center Sustaining Board; Alpha Epsilon Business Fraternity; First woman elected to Board of International Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus; Lifetime Member of Arizona Association of Association Executives; received many, many awards and recognition during her years in the Tucson Community. Mass will be offered 9:00 a.m., Monday, February 9, 1998 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 1946 E. Lee St. Burial will be at Holy Hope Cemetery. Reception to follow immediately at The Arizona Inn, 2200 E. Elm St. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 8, 1998 with a VigilService at 7:00 p.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
WEISHEIT, Frederick James, 77, died February 4, 1998. He is survived by one son, James (Marlene) Weisheit; one grandchild, Kim (Jeff) Olson; two great-grandchildren, Christopher and Trevor Olson; companion, Carole Lee and her children, Tyre (Rachelle) and family and Tara (Jack) Cox and family. Mr. Weisheit was President and Owner of Desert News, and a member of Blue Lodge Masons, Shriner and Scottish Rite. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services, Saturday, February 7, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. Entombment to follow at South Lawn Cemetery.
WOON, Daisy, age 86, passed away on February 1, 1998 in Cerritos, California. She was born in Canton, China on August 15, 1912. Along with her late husband, David, Daisy established the first grocery store chain in Tucson. After the death of her husband, she was a long-time owner and operator of Farmer's Market & Liquors on Miracle Mile. She is survived by her loving children: daughters, Jenny Young of Hillsborough, CA, Jeanne Wong of Cerritos, CA; sons, Danny Woon of Milwaukee, WI, Gene Woon of Tucson, Dr. David Woon of Tucson; adoring grandchildren Deborah Gin, Michael Gin, Kevin Woon, Eric Woon, Ryan Woon, Kimberli Wong, Kristi Wong and Brandon Wong; devoted sisters, Suey Far Tom of Phoenix, Rose Woo of Seattle, Suey Yup Cuan of Canada, Alice Kwok of Tucson, Shui Chun Ong of San Francisco, Shui-Kok Lui of Los Angeles, Hanna Ho of Tucson; and brother, Joe Yee of Tucson. Visitation will be held Friday February 6, 1998 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY CHAPEL. Services will be Saturday, February 7, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 3015 N. Oracle. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to Tucson Chinese Sr. Citizens Association, c/o Ben Huie, 5502 N. El Sirio, Tucson, 85704, or the American Cancer Society in memory of her late husband, David.
BROWN, Beverly I. died February 2, 1998 in Tucson. Survived by two sons, Thomas (Pam) Banningan and Kenneth Robert (Misty) Banningan; two daughters, Kathy Burns and Bonnie Owen; mother Velma Elizabeth Poynter; four brothers, James Poynter, Keith Poynter, Robert Poynter and Richard Poynter; two sisters, Loretta Fox and Karen Werlini; and 12 grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Brown will be Saturday, February 7, 1998 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, with Burial to follow at All Faiths Memorial Park. Arrangements by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
BUSTAMANTE, Rodolfo 'Fito' F., 82, of Tucson passed away February 3, 1998. Preceded in death by his daughter, Julieta. Survived by Rachel C. Bustamante, wife of 59 years; son, Dr. Rudolph Bustamante; sisters, Lupe Alvarez and Berta Rico; also survived by 12 loving nephews and nieces. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 8, 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 9, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Former Foreman for the City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Department. Former First Baseman for the Oury Park Tigers, a legendary Sandlot Baseball Team. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.
CARROLL, Kathleen H., 89, died February 3, 1998. Mother of Mary Ann Dittiger of Tucson, Joseph B. Carroll of Glenridge, NJ, Kathleen Panico of Short Hills, NJ; sister of Gloria Mercer and Bea McCrossen both of Rochester, NY; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren also survive. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 6, 1998 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 215 S. Craycroft. Donations may be made in Mrs. Carroll's Memory to Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging, 5100 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
CUTSHAW, Paul, 78, of Tucson, AZ., died Wednesday, February 4, 1998. He was a veteran of WWII. Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Gladys 'Pat'; son, David (Colleen); grandchildren, Cari, Cassy, Chris and Carly. Also by his sisters; Margaret Stanton of Athens, IN and Juanita Johnson of Rochester, IN; and many nieces and nephews and friends. Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARYCHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Tucson. Visitation will be a half hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
DISPENZA, Josephine R., 82, a resident of Tucson, died Wednesday, February 4, 1998. Survived by daughters, Rosemary (George) Kielinen and Linda (Michael) Floyd; grandchildren, Michael and Stephen Kielinen all of Tucson, Robert, Janet and Cristie Floyd of MO; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Catherine Megalo and Vicki Dingfelder both of Rochester, NY; and brother, Joseph Romano of FL. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 1998 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd.
MACDONALD, Leslie E., 84, of Tucson, resident of Arizona for over 49 years, died at Catalina Care Center, February 1, 1998. Survived by wife, Ruth; daughters, Patricia (James) Frost of Oregon and Eleanor Foran of Tucson; sons, Richard E. (Ann) Macdonald of VA and step-son, Charley (Denise) McDonald of Tucson; brother, Tom (Betty) McDonald of Tucson; sister, Betty (Ralph) Kendrick of IL; grandchildren, Constance (Craig) Eckenrodt of OR, Tracy Foran of Tucson, Allyson (Scott) Anderson of Phoenix, Laura Frost of NJ, Barbara (Richard) Smith of OR, Lee (Dolly) Macdonald of Tucson and Mary (Sam) Jones of VA; great-grandchildren, Brianne, Kristen, Tyler, Alec, Spencer, Christopher and Ryan. He was a member of the Ironworkers Local 75 and an avid fisherman. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations may be made to your favorite charity. Memorial Service, Saturday 1:30 p.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile.
