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Margarita Warrington (Gonzalez), passed peacefully in her sleep at the home she loved, with family by her side Saturday June 8.
Margarita was a coat of warmth in a cold world.
She was born in Tolleson, AZ in February 1933 to parents Jesus & Ysabel. After her father's untimely passing early in he...

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Carlson, Karlene J. passed away on June 2 2024 at the age of 92 in Phx. AZ. She was born in Vinton IA. on Feb. 2 1932.
She leaves behind two sisters Nancy and Bonnie and one brother Bob. Her husband Dean and youngest son David preceded her death. She is survived by her sons, Doug, Steve and daught...

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Ronald E Rierson was born in Willmar, MN to Pearle C (PC) and Margaret (Anderson) Rierson on October
3, 1938. He was raised on the family farm in Kandiyohi, MN. Ron attended Whittier School in Kandiyohi
and graduated from Willmar High School in 1956, where he played sports, but wrestling was his...

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Jack Lee Haughn, 83

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father Jack Lee Haughn.
He was a kind, compassionate, gentle man. He would always put others first.

He was born on December 12, 1940, in Emporia, Kansas. Son of Lafayette C. and Lora (King) Haughn.

He is s...

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Philip Huff, 88, of
Glendale AZ, from his four-year battle with Leukemia, with two glorious remissions in
between. Phil went home to our Lord and Savior on June 4, 2024, with his wife by his
side. Preceded in death by his wife Ka...

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Opal Eileen Morgan (McCullough) was born on October 31, 1928 in Elwood, IN. she spent her formative years in Alexandria, IN. In the early 50’s, with her family, she settled in Phoenix, AZ. Eileen passed away on May 31, 2024, in Surprise, Arizona.

Eileen, as she was affectionately known, had ...

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William "Bill" Smith Johnson, Jr., beloved husband and father, of Mesa,
Arizona died at home peacefully on June 6, 2024. He was born in
Wilmington, NC on June 2, 1948, the son of the late Lena Jenkins Johnson
and William Smith Johnson, Sr. He is survived by his wife Grace of
fifty-three year...

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It is with profound sadness that we say goodbye to our sister,
aunt, cousin, friend, Mary Schmieder who passed away May 28,
2024, a day after her 73rd birthday.
The essence of this truly good person cannot be fully expressed
in a paragraph of words. Mary’s essence was living generously.
He...

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Robert James Gabbard was born on 8/23/1972 in New Port Richey, FL to Larry and Patricia Gabbard. Robbie as he was known by everyone,
joined by his younger brother Mark in 1976. He had 3 half brothers Bryan, Doug and Kevin.
He is survived by his sons Bryce and Preston and daughter-in-law Karla. H...

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Yoko Hardy, known for her sweet smile and gentle demeanor, passed away the morning of May 29, 2024.

Born in Manchuria, China and raised in Japan as the youngest child to two loving parents. After college, she worked for the United States Government in Japan where she met and married her form...

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Fred August Cerne, of Surprise, Arizona, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, aged 92, born to Fred and Marion Cerne, passed away on 25 May 2024.
Fred graduated from Harrison Technical High School. He earned his Associate Degree in Police Science Administration from Triton College. Fred worked for R.R. ...

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Nina Jeanette Stroessenreuther preferred to be called Jan. She was born on February 9th, 1943 in a
maternity home, as the hospitals were reserved for war casualties. She was the 3rd child of John and
Carrie Vincent. Jan was the soul survivor of her immediate family. Her siblings were John Jr. an...

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Jay Lewis Hedgpeth, 72, of Globe, passed away on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024. He was born on November 14th, 1952, in Phoenix, AZ.

Jay's educational journey began at Maryvale High School in Phoenix, AZ, where he graduated in 1970. He then pursued his passion for social work, earning a Bachelor of...

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Marvin Roy Wagner, 81, of Sun City, AZ, died at his home on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, surrounded by his wife and all his children. He was born October 24, 1942 in Harvey, North Dakota to John and Alvina (Adam) Wagner. Marv was raised on a farm in central North Dakota and attended a Lutheran Church thro...

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Barbara Ann Peterson, 83, formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa and Buena Vista, Colorado, passed away on May 23, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on November 6, 1940, in Lyndon Station, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Genevieve (Hitch) Litvay.

She was a g...

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Bartholemew Aloysius Hoolehan of Sun City West, AZ, known as Bart, passed away on May 26, 2024.

Bart is survived by his wife, Barbara Hoolehan, his loving wife of 56 years, his children, Jennifer (Johnny) Hoolehan Kyung, Bart (Kara) Hoolehan and his 5 grandchildren Kai, Noa, Jacob, And...

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Kathleen Rita Charriere nee Joyce, age 64, passed away in her home in Sun City, Arizona on May 21st, 2024. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Frederic who is the father to her two sons. Kathleen was a beloved mother to Julien and Jacques, and grandmother to Sandro. Kathleen will be misse...

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Sarah grew up in Los Gatos, CA, the daughter of Hans Elle Nielsen of Denmark and Sadie Elizabeth Starkie Nielsen of New York. Hans owned and operated a creamery named Eatmore Ice Cream, and Sarah retained her love of that food until the very end of her life. Her love for travel began at a young age ...

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Edgar Silva (1991-2024) was a cheerful, loving, selfless man.

Edgar’s presence could light up any room with his big personality and gorgeous smile. His personality brought warmth and joy to everyone he encountered and his passing will be mourned deeply by everyone who knew and loved him...

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Edward J. Konopa, 88, of Sun City, AZ, formerly of Rockford IL, passed away May 17, 2024. Ed was born June 4, 1935 to Joseph and Theresa (Moscinski) Konopa in Arpin, WI.

He is survived by his wife Phyllis and children; Sharon (Curtis) Watkins, John (Diane) Konopa, Sandra (Steave) Hall, Brian...

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With heavy hearts, the family of Kendra regrets to announce that Kendra has left our lives too soon on May 16, 2024, just a few days prior to her 45th birthday. Kendra was born in Prescott AZ, and moved with the family to the Phoenix area in 1985. Kendra was competitive in sports, having played high...

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John “Jack” Donald Clarke passed away in Phoenix, Arizona on May 19, 2024 at age 72. Jack was born in WI but grew up in Los Banos, CA before moving to AZ in 1983. He is survived by his son JJ, his daughter Stephani, and his grandson Archer. He graduated from the U of WI, Eau Claire and went on the h...

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Paul Joseph Legendre, 59, of Glendale Arizona, passed away May 2, 2024 after a brave battle with advanced liver disease.

Paul was born 11/14/1964 to Carmela and Roger Legendre in Brentwood, NY. In 1975, the Legendre’s moved to Rio Rancho, NM. At Taylor middle school Paul met lifelong friends...

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Mary Ellen Maestas 1954-2024 age 70 of Glendale, Arizona passed on May 1st, 2024. Mary retired from Wells Fargo and enjoyed spending time with family, especially with her great grandchildren who brought her so much joy. Mary will be greatly missed by all she is survived by her 2 sisters, 3 children,...

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Joy was a vibrant outgoing person that loved to travel the world with the love of her life Cliff.
She loved to play bridge and help out with all of Cliff's clubs and activities. She enjoyed great food and outstanding wine and sharing those with her family and friends. Joy wanted to create places w...

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Rosina Brettfeld age 88, mother to Stefan (Chris), Rosina Fantin, Richard (Debby), passed away on April 8, 2024 under the care of hospice. Her final moments were spent peacefully with her family at her residence in Anthem, AZ.

Rosina will be remembered for her loving nature, kindness, giving...

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On Friday, May 10, 2024, our beloved Claribel Hearn, aged 92, peacefully departed this world to be reunited with the Lord. Surrounded by loved ones, she passed away at her home in Phoenix, Arizona, leaving behind a legacy of love and strength that will forever resonate in our hearts.
Born in the L...

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Bernice (Bernie) Westfall At 93 she was lost to us too soon. Born in Emmett, Idaho, to William Fackler and Elizabeth Roberts Fackler, she was the youngest of seven children and always remembered her humble Idaho roots. In her early years she was a regular on live radio, singing with her cousins. She...

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Our mother, Dorothy Frances Holland of Phoenix, Arizona passed away the morning of May 10, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on May 14, 1942, in Oxford, Kansas. Dorothy was survived by her sister Annie Hardin, brother Steve Cheuvront, daughter Denisa Holland, son David Holland and two grandchildr...

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Beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, Ilene Mary Louise (Gerdes) Perkins, entered God’s Kingdom — the day before her 94th birthday and the day after her husband Everett’s 96th birthday — on May 8, 2024.

Ilene was born to Otto and Lydia (Panhorst) Gerdes on May 9, 1930, in Fl...

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