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YOUNG, Alexandria “Allie’, 78, of Tucson, passed away September 21, 1994. Survived by husband, Bernard E. Young; son, Larry (Carol); and four grandchildren, Shane, Missy, Jimmy, and Sara, all of Kingston, PA. Also survived by brother, Lawrence (Dee) of Ontario, CA; sisters-in-law, Maxine Chabam of WA; and M. Helen Young of NY; also niece, Valerie; and nephew, Gary, both of CA. Mrs. Young was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Nettie Chaban; and brother, Roman. She was born July 12, 1916 in Aberdeen, WA, and was a graduate of Weatherwax High School and Western Washington University. She was a 50 year resident of Tucson. At Mrs. Young’s request, there will be no Services. Burial will be in Oahu, Hawaii. Remembrances may be made to the Lung Association, Tucson Humane Society, or TMC Hospice.
ATKINSON, Leroy “Bozo’, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, died Saturday, September 24, 1994. He was born November 15, 1915 on his fathers farm near Grandview, Texas. Leroy was a high school football star when he met Wilmerine Bollin. They were married in 1935. Leroy and Wilmerine started out in Gallup, NM where he began to learn the business of trading with the Navajo Indians. After working for other Indian traders he determined it was time to go into business for himself. Box Canyon Trading Post was the beginning of a career that lasted 47 years. An interview and photo was placed in the Route 66 Book noting Leroy for the quality and finish of the Navajo jewelry he had produced. He was interviewed in Life Magazine and the New Mexico Magazine. Leroy was a member of the AIAA Elks. He was highly respected for his abilities, integrity and his willingness to always help others. Leroy loved to chew on large cigars, but to his friends amazement the cigar was never lit. This ever present unlit cigar became Leroy’s descriptive trademark. His counsel, love, caring and generosity will always be remembered by those fortunate enough to have known him. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Wilmerine Atkinson of Albuquerque; daughter, Tyler Atkinson of Santa Fe; sons, Joe (Jeanelle) Atkinson of Durango, CO and Lynn (Donna) Atkinson of Tucson; foster son, Leroy (Stella) Dayea of Gallup, NM; grandchildren, Eric and Jona Bonecutter, Josh, Shauna, Tracey, Erin, Katie and Kerri Atkinson and Suzanna Dayea; one great-grandchild; brother, Herman Atkinson of Scottsdale, AZ; sister, Anna Mae Panos of Tucson. Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 29 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Rev. Jon Ierley officiating, with interment to follow at TMP, East Lawn. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., P. O. Box 13423, Tucson, AZ 85705.
FLETCHER. In loving memory of Joseph Ira Fletcher, beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era aboard the USS Ernest G. Small. There are so many of us who loved him. So many of us whose lives he enlightened. So many of who will never forget him, and so very many of us who will miss him tremendously. He is survived by his wife, Betty; parents, Mary and Ira; mother-in-law, Evelyn Whitmire; children, Joe (Brenda), Chelle (Cory), Bridgette and Stephanie; grandchildren, T.J., Mande and Kylee; brothers, Leslie and Mike; sisters, Trisha, Joan and Janie, and by all the rest of us who loved his as much as we did. Memorial Mass offered Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Christopher Church, Marana, celebrated by Fr. Nacho Gameros. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY. We love you Dad, God Bless You!
NUNEZ, Carmen Fontez, 97, of Tucson, died Saturday, September 24, 1994. Survived by children, Helen (Enrique) Zamora, Josie (Andy) Sales, Mary Ramirez, Edilia, George (Rosa) and John (Dora) Nunez; sisters, Elvira Granillo and Herminia Robles. Also survived by 23 grandchildren; and 41 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 29, 1994 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Holy Family Church. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
ONG, Fee H. “Barney’, 80, passed away on September 24, 1994. Loving father of Sophie (Dave Lafferty) of Glendale, CA, Howard (Mary) of Cheyenne, WY, Fee H. Jr. (Rosa) of Las Vegas, NV, and Tom (Deb) of Pasadena, CA; brother of Mrs. C.F. Wong of Toronto, Can.; grandfather of Matthew, Cori, Laura, Jason, Evan and Bonnie. Preceded in death by his wife, Yack Kwai. Resident of Mammoth, AZ for 38 years. Born in Canton, China on January 11, 1914. Barney served in World War II where he was awarded the Purple Heart for courageous duty and an injury that incapacitated his right arm. A memorial service will be held in Mammoth, AZ, Thursday, September 29, 5:00 p.m. Visitation will be held Friday, September 30, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at A.L. MOORE and SONS, 333 W. Adams, Phoenix. Funeral Services will be Saturday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Park.
VALENCIA, Manuel A., 26, of Tucson, passed away September 25, 1994. Survived by parents, William and Trinidad; sister, Maria; brothers, William Jr. (Beatrice), Francisco, Guadalupe; son, Angel D. Valencia, wife Raquel; nephews, Guillermo, Danny, Johnny; grandmother, Maria Valencia; uncle, Henry Valencia; god mother, Cecilia Valencia; god father, Joe Montano; aunt, Isabelle Flores; many aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held Thursday starting at 4:00 p.m. at San Ignacio Church, 785 W. Sahuaro, with Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be held 9:00 a.m. Friday at the church with Fr. Dan officiating. Burial will follow at Monte Calvario Cemetery on the Pascua Yaqui Reservation. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
VAN CLEVE, Alienne Mong, 87, 45 year resident of Tucson, died Monday, September 26, 1994. Survived by her children, Peter (Judy) Van Cleve of Sierra Vista, Sandy (Alan) McGee of Tucson; sister, Ruth Mitchell of San Jacinto, CA; five grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Private Family Services will be held. Interment will be at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Memorial donations are requested to Alzheimer’s Disease Assoc., P.O. Box 44253, Tucson, AZ 85733.
WILLIAMS, Spencer Garfield, 75, of Tucson, formerly of Mason City, Iowa, died Saturday, September 24, 1994. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Elaine; daughter, Lanita Zylla of Naperville, IL; son, Steven (Kathy) of Highlands Ranch, CO; two grandchildren, Brian Zylla of Ann Arbor, MI and Tara Zylla of Morris, IL; and his brother Dr. Vincent (Verla) Williams of Iowa City, IA. Mr. Williams was awarded the National Distinguished Service Award for his 25 year career with the Iowa State University Agricultural Extension Service. He was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Memorial Service will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1949 E. Helen, on Friday, September 30 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Baer officiating. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
AGUIRRE, Concepcion M., 78, of Tucson, passed away September 27, 1994. Survived by daughter, Stella Aguirre; son, Joe A. Hernandez; sister, Lydia Palomarez; also survived by eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 30, 1994 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at TUCSON MORTUARY, (Center Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Saturday 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine Cathedral. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
ALBANO. In Loving Memory of William Albano. Born April 27, 1960, died September 22, 1994. In that time he touched many lives. Funeral Services held September 28, 1994 in New Jersey. Condolances may be sent to his family: Tuttle Funeral Home, 272 State Hwy. 10, Randolph, NJ 07869. Memorial Service September 30, 1994 at 6:30 p.m. 2015 N. Palo Verde Blvd. May you rest in His Perfect Peace, Bill, We Love You…
BAILEY. Funeral Service for Inez W. Bailey, 79, of Centerville, Ohio and a former Tucson resident, will be held Thursday, September 29, 1994 at the J. Homer Ball Funeral Home, Inc. 201 James Street, Canastoto, NY, Pastor Frank Loan of the Perryville United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Perryville Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Thursday at the Funeral Home. In her memory contributions may be made to the Brockport United Methodist Church, Main at Erie, Brockport, NY 14420 or the American Cancer Society, Madison County Unit, RR5, Box 242D, Canastota, NY 13032.
DONALDSON, Bobby J., 64, of Tucson, died Wednesday, September 28, 1994. Survived by wife, Helen; daughters, Mary Carmen Donaldson, Judy Villarreal; sons, Robert, Kenneth (Rosa); 10 grandchildren; sisters, Mamie Lee Holman (Cecil), Ann Riazo (John); mother-in-law, Carmen Alvarez; many nieces and nephews also survive. Mr. Donaldson was retired from the Tucson Airport Authority. Funeral Service 9:00 a.m. Saturday, October 1 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Interment South Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday with Prayer Service at 6:00 p.m. in the Mortuary Chapel.
DOWDALL. Prominent Tucson Attorney Richard J. Dowdall, age 70, died in Pinetop, Arizona Sunday September 25, 1994. He is survived by his wife, Ronnie; and children, Reginald James, Jacquelyn Ann, Douglas Allen, Cynthia Lee Thomae, all of Tucson and Brooke Banister Charpentier of Irvine, CA; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Dowdall was born in Los Gatos, California and received his L.L.B. from the University of Arizona in 1954. He was admitted to the University Bar Association in 1954 and has since practiced in Tucson, his most recent firm being Johnson and Dowdall P.C. He was a member of the American, Arizona, and Pima County Bar Associations and the American Judicature Society. He was President and trustee of the Amphitheater School Board in 1963 and President of the Arizona School Board Association in 1970. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, October 3, 1994 at 4:00 p.m. at the mesquite groves at Tucson Country Club. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Richard J. Dowdall Memorial Fund at the University of Arizona, 1111 N. Cherry, Tucson, AZ 85721 or to the Tucson Asthma Foundation, P.O. Box 30069, Tucson, Arizona 85751-0069. All floral arrangements will be donated to area nursing homes. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave at Magee.
FISCHER, Darlene Jeannette, 70, of Tucson, died Tuesday, September 27, 1994. Preceded in death by two great-grandchildren. Loving wife of Edward “E.A.’ Fischer; beloved mother of Ruby Ellen (Larry) Steding of Iowa Falls, IA, Joan Dena (Roger) Prilipp, Peggy Ann (Allan) Eide, Jean Marie (Brian) Cook, all of Tucson; loving sister of Veda Lorretta (David) Couser of Iowa; beloved grandmother of 10; and great-grandmother of 11. Graveside Service 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 30, 1994 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd., with Pastor A. B. Blair of Golf Links Baptist Church officiating. Friends may call at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E. Grant Rd., Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
FORTUNE, William E., 53, died at home on Tuesday, September 27, 1994. Survived by his wife, Beverly; and three children, Charlene, Derrick and Sky Fortune; and a grandson, Alex Romo, all of Tucson. Other survivors include his brothers and sisters who live in Virginia, Washington and Maryland. Funeral Services for Mr. Fortune will be at ARIZONA MORTUARY, 7 East University Blvd., at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 1 followed by interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call at ARIZONA MORTUARY, between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. Friday.
HAMILTON, Debra L., 34, of Tucson, passed away September 27, 1994. Survived by children, Clifford E. Hamilton, Nicole L. Hamilton; mother, Willa Plumb; brothers, Gary (Marlissa) Plumb, Charles (Nancy) Plumb, Ricky D. Plumb, all of Tucson, Lester B. (Heike) Plumb of OK; sisters, Judith (Arthur) Bell of Tucson, Valerie (Jeff) Ellis of OH; numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, family requests remembrances be made to your favorite charity. Private family services will be held. Arrangements HEATHER MORTUARY.
KEARNEY, Michael J. “Mike’, 38, a resident of Tucson, died September 26, 1994. Survived by wife, Mary; son, J. T., both of Tucson; stepsons, Shawn and David; mother, Sylvia Waldman of Irvine, CA; brother, Tom of Golden, CO; sisters, Jan Sanger of Louisville, CO, Debbie Gomez of Denver, CO; father and mother-in-law, Ernie and Faye Ruiz of Tucson. Mike was a volunteer with the Tucson AIDS Project, Operation Deep Freeze and Travelers Aid. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 30 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Interment South Lawn Cemetery.
SAUL, Rosalie H., 56, of Tucson, passed away September 27, 1994. Preceded in death by her son, Michael and granddaughter, Meghan. She is survived by her mother, Annie Shaar; children, Debra (Gary) Hawco, Victor Tannous, Eloise (Jimmy) Holland, Paul Saul, Tisha Saul and Crystal Saul, all of Tucson; grandchildren, Melissa, Ryan and Emauni; sister, Louise Peltier of Maryland. Visitation Friday, September 30 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd. (one block N. of Grant.) Interment will be private. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity. Directed by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.
SHOWALTER, Leo, 81, of Tucson, died September 27, 1994 at home. Born December 3, 1912 in Hutchinson, KS. Survived by wife, Fern; son, Rick (Cecelia) Showalter of Moab, UT; brothers, Wayne (Waneta) Showalter, Keith (Nadine) Showalter, both of Hutchinson, KS; Ardan (LaVerne) Showalter of Springville, CA; sisters, Madena Eager of Magalia, CA, Letha (Jack) Bowman of Magalia, CA, Neva (Herb) Crotts of Hutchinson, KS; granddaughters, Clarissa VanMeter of Tucson, Tami (Mike) Schmitz of Wichita, KS; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Services 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 3, 1994, Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Memorial contributions may be made to Carondelet Hospice Foundation, 1802 N. St. Mary’s Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745 in memory of Leo Showalter. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY.
SIEGEL, Shirley Ruth, 69, passed away Tuesday, September 27, 1994 from complications related to a 15 year affliction of Alzheimers. She was a beloved and devoted wife to Abe for 49 years, mother to Jeffrey and Ronald and Aunt to Edward and Kathy Abromowitz, all of Tucson. Shirley earned a high honors degree from Monroe High School, Bronx, NYC, completed two years of college at Hunter College and earned a graduate degree as a Clinical Medical Technologist as well as a Radiology Technologist. The family lived in Dumont, NJ for 30 years and Shirley worked as a full charge bookkeeper for Parents Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine and Burlington Mill, as well as doing volunteer work at St. Joseph’s Orphanage of Rockleigh, NJ and Englewood Hospital, Englewood, NJ and taught reading to adults at the Bergenfield, New Jersey Library. She is survived by husband, Abe; sons, Jeffrey and Ronald; brother-in-law Adolph Abramowitz and sons; sister and brother-in-law, Rita and Thomas Hightower; brothers, Larry Epstein and family; Dr. Donald and Sandra Berstein and family and Dr. David and Dolores Beckman and family of LA. Shirley was a four year resident of Handmakers Jewish Services For The Aging the Golding and Ansgrvitz wings and was lovingly and tenderly treated and cared for by the staff. She was lovingly and tenderly treated at University of Arizona Medical Center for emergent and acute problems. Funeral Services and burial will be at the B’nai B’rith section of the Evergreen Cemetery at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 29, conducted by Rev. Lawrence Barr. Memorial donations are requested to the Alzheimers Disease Assoc., P.O. Box 44253, Tucson, 85733. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
