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Irene Louise Bilas
1964 - 2010
Irene Louise Bilas, 46, of Cornville died September 26, 2010. She was born in California February 22, 1964, the daughter of Garrah Smith and Linda McCorkle.
She was a graduate of Bonanza High School.
She enjoyed camping and cooking.
Her father Garrah Smith preceded her in death.
She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Jerry Bilas; four beautiful children, sons Brandon of Cottonwood and Ryan of Cornville; daughters, Stephanie of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Jessica of Cornville; her mother Linda McCorkle of Las Vegas, Nevada; sisters, Kimberly Vincent and Annette Sanchez (Rick), all of Las Vegas, Nevada; and one grandchild.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday October 2 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 9 AM.
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Lucy A. Conn
1926 - 2010
Lucy A. Conn, 84, of Cottonwood died September 6, 2010. She was born July 7, 1926 in Anson, Texas, the daughter of Adolph and Ludie Rainwater.
She attended schools on Anson.
Mrs. Conn and her late husband George owned and operated Conn Pest Control, Inc.
She is preceded in death by her husband George A, Conn, a son Les Shelton and a sister Virginia Lopez.
Mrs. Conn leaves a son Arnold Shelton (Laura) of Prescott Valley; daughter Sharon McWilliams (Dickie) of Cottonwood; sister Dorothy Mims (Bill) of Eastland, Texas and a daughter in law Judy Shelton of Flagstaff; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday September 25 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 11 AM.
Donations in her memory may be made to Northern Arizona Hospice, 269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood, AZ 86326.
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Megan Taylor Ballard
1985 - 2010
Megan Taylor Ballard, 25, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 6, 2010 in Cottonwood, AZ.
Megan was born on April 13, 1985 in Flagstaff, Arizona. She was a graduate of Mingus Union High School and Artistic Beauty College and a gifted stylist and colorist.
The last addition to her immediate family, she is survived by her parents Don and Page (Neathery) Ballard, and her brother Jack (CA). She is survived further by her grandmothers, Bonnie Ballard (NC) and Linda Neathery (WV), her grandfather, Taylor Nethery (NC), aunts, uncles, a first cousin and many friends.
Megan loved the outdoors, especially the beach and anywhere water flows in the desert, camping, traveling, music, good food and people. Her loving, caring, generous, big-hearted nature made her loved by many people of all ages and all walks of life. She loved children and inspired others with her personality, wit, charm and love of life.
A private memorial and celebration of her shortened life will be held for family members, close friends and loved ones. Condolences or contributions may be sent to 10360 Oak Creek Valley Dr. Cornville AZ. 86325.
Phyllis Jean ‘Pep’ Bright
1923 - 2010
Phyllis Jean Bright, 87, passed away Monday, November 15, 2010, at the Red Rock Care and Rehab facility in Cottonwood, Arizona.
Phyllis was born at the People’s Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania on April 11, 1923, to William Tell Peppard and Henrietta Morton. The family relocated to Bath, New York where Phyllis learned to fish and sail at Kueka Lake. She played the clarinet in the Haverling High School band and graduated from there in 1940.
After high school, Phyllis moved to Buffalo, New York to attend the University of Buffalo, School of Nursing and the Edward J. Meyer Hospital Training School for Nurses. While at Edward J. Meyer, she was president of the student council, a member of the Phi Nu Sigma sorority and the Sport Club, and a member of the yearbook staff. She graduated from Edward J. Meyer in October 1944.
Phyllis worked as a “Nurse, General Duty” at the Bath Memorial Hospital until joining the Army Nurse Corps as a second Lieutenant in March 1945. She served at Camp Bowie, Texas and was transferred to Fort Sam Houston, Texas to be discharged in April 1946. While serving at Fort Sam, Phyllis met her future husband, Captain Daniel Bright. The two were married on July 11, 1946 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
In 1947, Phyllis and Dan moved to Detroit, Michigan. While in Detroit, she worked as a RN at the Highland Park Hospital. In July 1949, Phyllis and Dan had their first child, Daniel Anthony Bright. With the arrival of their son, Phyllis traded her nursing career for a new career as a caring mother. In 1951, the new family, along with their Boston terrier, Duchess, relocated to Clarkdale, Arizona.
Clarkdale was a big change from Detroit. Phyllis was quoted as saying she saw, “tumbleweeds blowing down the streets.” Dan accepted a position with Marcus J. Lawrence Memorial Hospital and started his private practice in pediatrics and X-ray in 1951. From 1952 through 1963, Phyllis and Dan welcomed four more additions to their family.
Phyllis was an active member of the community. She is registered in the Women in Military Service Association Memorial in Washington, D.C. Her hobbies included golf, gardening, local sports, along with her grandchildren and beloved pets. She is survived by 5 children: Dan (Debi), Ken (Terri), Heidi, Ron, Barry (Nancy); and 8 grandchildren: Dan Jr., Steven, Ken Jr., Jerrod, Ashley, Kelly, Landon, and Easton.
The family is planning a private service in December 2010. Donations may be made to Northern Arizona Hospice and the Second Chance Center for Animals.
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Richard B. Dehnert Jr.
1913 - 2011
Richard B. Dehnert, Jr. 97, died January 11, 2011, in Cottonwood, Az.
He was born August 18, 1913 in Chicago to Richard B. and Sadie Bach Dehnert.
He was preceded in death by his wife of almost fifty years, Aurora Evelyn Voigt Dehnert and his sister, Dorothy M. Dehnert.
He is survived by his sons, Richard B. Dehnert III (Krysta) of Clarkdale and Robin G. Dehnert of Lake Oswego, Ore., his grandchildren, Justin, Ellen, Colter, Dustin and Nathan and a great granddaughter, Sophie.
After graduation from Hinsdale High School in Hinsdale, Ill, he served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Richard owned and operated jewelry and gift stores in Illinois and Wisconsin before moving to Albuquerque, N.M., in 1959.
He held various positions in wholesale and retail until retiring to Clarkdale in 1988.
A private family service in Cottonwood will be followed by burial in Chicago.
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Ruth Kirby
1931 - 2011
Ruth Melugin Kirby passed away January 4, 2011, at the age of 79.
She was born in Paducah, Kentucky, on November 20, 1931. Ruth graduated from Glendale High School and went on to Arizona State College in Flagstaff, where she became a teacher. She taught for 30 years then went on to write children’s books. Ruth loved volunteering at the library and hanging out with her grandkids.
Ruth and her husband, Kit, were residents of the Verde Valley for over 30 years having also lived in Flagstaff, Phoenix and Prescott.
Ruth had a very strong Christian faith which guided her through trials and everyday life. The angels are rejoicing with a new member of the choir.
Ruth leaves behind her loving husband of 56 years, Kit along with daughters Lisa (David) Larson of Canada, Keri (Steve) Adickes of Phoenix and Melanie (Bill) Schwartz of Cottonwood. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren Michael, Brittni, Whitney, Danielle, Nicole, Billy, David, Jesse and Joel.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 15 at 1 p.m. at the Evangel Worship Center, 1380 E. Mingus Avenue in Cottonwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to House of Ruth Pregnancy Care Center or the Verde Valley Humane Society.
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Bob Dinegar
1924 - 2011
Bob Dinegar passed away in his sleep early Tuesday morning, 1/11/11, having lived a life full of meaning enjoyed over 86 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Helen, his nine children, countless grandchildren and friends far and wide. He loved many things, chief among them were God, Country, his family and Camp Verde and time with his wonderful wife, Helen. They found peaceful joy relaxing on the back porch where they entertained close friends and often simply enjoyed each others’ company.
Bob had a life well lived. Born in New York City, he grew up in a family of five, the son of an NYPD Detective. He attended Power Memorial High School, served as an MP in the U.S. Army-Air Force during World War II and subsequently graduated Scranton University on the GI Bill.
His success as a businessman began with Liberty Mutual Insurance. From there he became a private investigator and went on to own his own insurance agency, developing an excellent reputation as a leader in his hometown community of Bayside, New York. He gave back to his community through service in numerous civic organizations, all of which he led at one time or another: Kiwanis, PTAs, Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus and more. It was through this commitment that Bob found his life’s meaning - service to others in support of community.
In 1987, Bob sold his business and moved with his wife, Mickey and son Chris to Camp Verde and immediately became involved in this community. He was known to assist those in need through personal involvement, whether it was delivering meals, supporting the Church or helping Veterans access their the full array of benefits to which they were entitled.
Bob enjoyed the camaraderie and civic role of Camp Verde Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus and other organizations as he worked to advance CV’s spirit of community. He was known as the host of Channel 18’s “Window on Main Street” program, tapping into an inexhaustible supply of fascinating individuals to interview right here in Arizona.
He was preceded in death by his wife Helen Conlon (d.1957) and Rose “Mickey” Glaser (d.2002). He is survived by his wife Helen Dinegar, his nine children and countless grandchildren. The immediate outpouring of condolences to his family is indicative of his substantial reach and the positive difference he made in others’ lives. Stories are being shared and anecdotes are recalled with Bob as a central figure helping, leading, supporting and committing to community life through his personal involvement.
To those who knew him, Bob was a source of constant encouragement, true friendship and ever ready wit. Lifelong friends and extended family are currently gathering to celebrate his life 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 15 at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Camp Verde.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations in Bob’s name be directed to:
Kiwanis Club Of Camp Verde
P.O. Box 947
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
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