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Katherine Gordon Kron, Astronomer
1917 - 2011
Katherine Kron was born in New York City to Richard and Rebecca Gordon, the first of four siblings. She passed away June 1 in Sedona.
She was educated at Friends Seminary, Brearley School, the Ethel Walker School, and Vassar College, obtaining an A.B. in 1938. She studied astronomy at the University of Lund, Sweden 1938-9, returned to Vassar to obtain an M.A. in 1940, and continued her studies at Harvard College Observatory 1940-1.
Her first appointment was Assistant at Lick Observatory of the University of California 1941-43. During the war she served her country first as a Research Associate at the California Institute of Technology 1943-4, and later as Physicist at the Naval Ordnance Test Station in China Lake, California 1944-45.
On April 22, 1946 she married Gerald E. Kron and brought up a family of five while at the Lick Observatory atop Mt. Hamilton in California. During this time the family spent weekends at their residence in Carmel. The family moved to Flagstaff, Arizona in 1965. She and Gerald retired to Honolulu 1985-95, while maintaining a residence in Sedona, Arizona.
In 1951, Katherine and Gerald spent a sabbatical year in Canberra, Australia, working at the Mt. Stromlo Observatory, the first of three extended visits. On the way to and back from Australia, she and Gerald toured islands in the Pacific, pursuing an interest in Pacific cultures.
Her many other interests included languages and literature (Swedish, French, and Italian); music (Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Music Sedona); esoteric collecting (for example, bank notes printed by revolutionary organizations); and editing 16mm movies of family and professional events.
In her youth she was an avid horsewoman and later flew her own private plane. She was a Trustee of the Museum of Northern Arizona 1977-85, and as a Volunteer worked on pottery restoration and curation.
As a scientist, she published 21 research papers, specializing in using photoelectric techniques to measure light curves of eclipsing binary stars. She served as Editor of the Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific 1961-8, and served on its Finance Committee.
She was active in the International Astronomical Union, and in retirement served on the Advisory Board of the Lowell Observatory. Throughout, she was an advocate for scientific research, valuing her long-time membership in Sigma Xi.
She was predeceased by brothers Richard and Ralph and son Donald.
She is survived by husband Gerald, sister Eleanora Baird, children Richard, Jenny Croft, Virginia Newkirk, and Charles, and five grandchildren.
There are no local services planned.
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Ann Stone
1932 - 2011
Ann Stone, 78 of Sedona, passed away on May 18, 2011. She was born on August 23, 1932 in Sacramento, California to Earl and Evelyn Cummings.
Ann attended Merritt College of Nursing and became an RN and later retired from her profession.
Ann belonged to the Church of the Red Rocks in Sedona. She enjoyed sewing, puzzles and was an avid reader. She was a loving mother, wonderful friend, efficient RN, and belonged to Job’s Daughters as past honored queen.
Ann is preceded in death by husband Bernard C. Stone and daughter Lyndy Stone. She is survived by sons Jon M. Stone of New Mexico and Guy M. Stone of California; daughter Kim Stone-Tierney (Bob) of Arizona; 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
There are no public services planned.
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Shirley B. (Bamford) Homen
1925 - 2011
Shirley B. (Bamford) Homen was born February 20, 1925 in Caribou and passed away February 6, 2011 in Glen Carbon, Illinois. Her mother; Cora Bamford, her father; Clayton Bamford, and her husband; William Homen preceded her in death. She is survived by 2 grand children: Stasia and Jennifer, and 1 great grandchild: Liza Lillian.
At her request, there will be no services. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Senior Services – Benevolent Fund. Information provided by Sunset Funeral Home in Glen Carbon, Illinois.
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George Allen Gollihare
1943 - 2009
George Allen Gollihare, 66, of Camp Verde died December 24. He was born August 15, 1943 in Phoenix.
He served his country in the Army as a Specialist 4.
He worked for Safeway. His interests included woodworking, gardening and his grandchildren.
He leaves his wife of 47 years, JoAnn of Camp Verde; two daughters, Denise Forbes-Adair (Richard) of Phoenix and Christi Nulliner (Cliff) of Phoenix; a brother, William Gollihare (Bea) of Peoria; two sisters Claudeen Mosley and Wanda Gollihare; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchil.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 2 at the First Southern Baptist Church 5th St. and Hollamon, Camp Verde at 10:30 AM.
Donations in his memory may be made to the First Southern Baptist Church, P O Box 597, Camp Verde, AZ 86322.
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James Carl Brown
1928 - 2009
James “Carl” Brown, 81, left this world Dec. 24, 2009, surrounded by his loving family, in Flagstaff. Carl was a retired systems engineer for the Black Mesa Pipeline. His academic background included geophysics and engineering studies at the New Mexico School of Mines and Technology in Socorro, and the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
Carl had a love for the great outdoors, was an avid explorer of the Southwest, and enjoyed fly fishing, camping and summers in Colorado. His engineering expertise continued into retirement as his advice was continually sought by family and friends for numerous projects.
He had a love for history, writing, and continuing education. He was a proud, life-long member of the BPO of Elks and was a longtime resident of Flagstaff. Carl retired in the Cottonwood, Camp Verde area, in 1988.
Born in Tulia, Texas, on June 6, 1928, Carl was preceded in death by his wife, Mary (Kitty) Brown, and his son, Matthew Burke Brown.
He is survived by sons Chet Brown; Brad Brown (Beth); Boe Brown (Tina); Robert Simpson (Lou Lin); and daughters Cindy Harris (Jerry) and Deborah Lukehart. Carl was blessed with 12 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; as well as nephews James “Mac” McGregor (Anne); Don Schreiber (Jane) and niece Anna Schreiber Cook (Hank).
Private services have been held. In lieu of flowers, it was Carl’s wish that any donations be made to Northland Hospice, P.O. Box 997, Flagstaff, AZ 86002
Arrangements are under the direction of Norvel Owens Mortuary.
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Kathleen Cecila Dostert
1955 - 2009
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Kathy Dostert on December 20, 2009. Kathy was born May 25, 1955 in Pasadena, California.
She moved to Cottonwood six years ago to be closer to her kids and to be a part of their life. She loved her daughter Katie and Son Adam more than life itself. She was selfless and so positive. Kathy was an amazing mother and a great friend. Her influence changed so many people’s lives for the better. Throughout her life, she overcame so many obstacles, in which she grew to be stronger and a better person. Those that knew her would say no person had a larger heart than she did. She didn’t know how much she was appreciated in her life and I want her to know now how loved and adored she was. There is not a bad thing to say about this woman.
The Lord sent her for all of us to learn from her, and that we did. She will be greatly missed. We love you, Kathy.
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Sybiline Coon
1929 - 2009
Sybiline Coon, 80, of Cottonwood died December 22. She was born May 14, 1929 in Palo Pinto, Texas, the daughter of George Thomas Poe and Alma Jewel Woods.
She was a graduate of Roosevelt High School. She worked for Wal-Mart for 18 years. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her husband Dale Coon and four brothers.
Mrs. Coon is survived by her children, Jeremiah and Dennis Coon, Brenda Sue Davidson and son-in-law Donald Davidson; grandchildren Caleb and Jared Coon and Shane Davidson; sister Betty, sisters-in-law Anita Poe, Berta Hulsey and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will held on Monday January 4 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 1 PM.
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