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ERICKSON, Gordon M., 67, died May 28, 1995 in Chula Vista, CA after a seven and one-half year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; sister, Hazel (William A.) Smith of Tucson; son, Scott of Anchorage, AK; daughter, Heather Gracia of Jamul, CA; and grandsons, Erick and Ian.
FIGUEROA, Charlie L., 65, of Tucson, died June 10, 1995. Husband of, Betty L.; father of, Charlie F. Figueroa; one grandchild; brother of, Maria R. Chavez, Bertha Federico, Frances Villa, Connie Rivera, Frank, Albert, Joaquin and Manuel Figueroa, all of Tucson. Rosary at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, Tuesday, June 13 at 7:00 p.m. Mass at St. Margaret Church, Wednesday, June 14 at 9:00 a.m. Interment Vail Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave (888-1111).
GATEWOOD, Charles C., 77, longtime attorney of law, died June 12, 1995. Husband of, Elizabeth A. of Tucson; father of, Sharon A. Kay of Marana, AZ, Douglas G. Gatewood of Tucson; three grandchildren, Edy, Luke and Jessie Kay; brother of, James Gatewood of Tyler, TX, Martha Gatewood of Wellington, KS. Funeral Services private. Contributions may be made to Alliance Mentally Ill Southern Arizona, 738 N. 5th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705. Arrangements by ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave (888-1111).
JACOBY, Lucille E., 87, of Tucson, born in Clarendon, Texas, went to be with the Lord June 10, 1995. Survived by sisters, Faye Wohl and Mary Hill; brother, Warren Lee Braly; also survived by six children, Margaret Daniels, Minnie Dee (Alvin) Peterson, Bette Lewis, Bruce (Carol), Roy (Linda) and Joy Jacoby. Preceded in death by son, Paul R. Brubaker. Also survived by 20 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, with Graveside Service at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, E. Grant Rd., June 13, 1995 at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be sent to Tucson Tabernacle, 2555 N. Stone Ave., Tucson 85705, attention: Book Printing Dept.
KENT, Ernest (Ernie), 82, of Marana, passed away June 7, 1995. Survived by four children, Tomi Lou Smith of Gig Harbour, WA., Donna Moyer of Silver Springs, NV., Cathy Kent of Tucson and Paul Kent; five grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ernie was a longtime member of EAA. No services will be held. Family will appreciate remembrances made to Parent Aide Program of Tucson. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION and BURIAL.
LESHER, Kenneth W., 73, of Tucson, AZ. Jesus lovingly lifted Ken to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 11, 1995. He is survived by Nita, his wife of 49 years; and his two sons, Ken Jr. (Marjorie) of Pacific Grove, CA and Greg of the family home. He was also Dad and Grampa to his only grandchild, Kimberly Lesher (Carl) Horn. Kim was raised by Ken and Nita from the age of 15 months until her marriage in October 1994. Ken will be sorely missed by in-laws, Dave Daer and Harry (Ruth) West. Three generations of nieces and nephews also were blessed by having Uncle Ken as were three generations of cousins. Ken was a member of El Camino Baptist Church and actively involved in Prison Fellowship. His loved ones gladly and eagerly anticipate their happy reunion in the home Jesus has gone to prepare for them. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 1995. Memorial Services will be held at El Camino Baptist Church, 7777 E. Speedway, Thursday, June 15, 1995 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastors Mark Lauterbach and Bill Daer officiating. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
McPHEDRAN, Alexander J., 84, of Tucson, died June 12, 1995. Father of, Daniel J. (Linda) McPhedran of Tucson, Richard L. (Shirley) McPhedran of OR; ten grandchildren; several great grandchildren; brother of, Catherine Sandretti of Oglesby of IL. Predeceased by son, Ronald A. McPhedran. Mr. McPhedran was a member and head of Junior Bowling Program at Golden Pin Lanes. Scripture Service at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL Wednesday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Thursday, June 15 at 9:00 a.m. Interment Holy Hope Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave (888-1111).
MELZER, Robert David, 31 years old, died Saturday, June 10, 1995 in Tucson. Survived by his parents, Robert and Margaret Melzer of Tucson; grandmother, Helen Kyska of Tucson, AZ. Services for Mr. Melzer will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 15, 1995 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, with Entombment to follow at East Lawn Cemetery. Friends of Mr. Melzer may call from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 1995 at WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice.
NEALY, Samuel, Jr., 68, passed away June 9, 1995 in Tucson. Survived by wife, Myrtle Nealy of Tucson; children, Dr. LaVerne Hunter, Tyrone Nealy, both of CA, Clarisa Card and Miranda Marshall, both of OH, Patricia Nealy of AZ; brother, Henry Whitley of TX; 15 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 17 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave., with Rev. Maynard D. Weisbrod of Calvary Evangelistic Center officiating. Burial South Lawn Cemetery. Visitation from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the mortuary.
THOMAS-BLACKBURNE, Anna Marie, 88, passed away June 9, 1995. Born July 28, 1906 in Ionia, MI. She is survived by her sister, Norma 'Polly' Chibbaro; sons, Harold E. Knight and wife, Shirley, Joseph W. Thomas and wife, Jan; step-son, Bob Sweet; daughters, Maxine Folk and Glenora Perez; step-daughter, Joyce Clark; 20 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Services and burial in Lyons, MI. Arrangements by Hudgel's SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan.
ALDRICH, Harry K., a resident of Tucson for 30 years, passed away June 9, 1995 in Tucson at the age of 79. Born March 23, 1916 in Greene, RI., Mr. Aldrich was a member of Tucson Baptist Temple. He worked on, and received a commendation for his work on the model for the USS Nautilus. He also worked at Arizona Sash and Door in Tucson. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Evangeline; son, Douglas (Irma) of Coventry, RI; daughters, Donna Mae (Irvin) Collins and Darlene Iona (Michael) Smyth; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Hazel Fletcher and Hortense Jenks; nieces and nephews also survive. Visitation will be held 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, June 12, 1995 at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY, 5401 S. Park Ave. Funeral Service 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Tucson Baptist Temple with Rev. Steve Brown officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. 'We all miss you very much, and one day we will meet in Heaven. We pray the circle will be unbroken.'
AUGUST, Harold A., 36, a Tucson Native and Prominent Salesman died peacefully in his sleep June 10, 1995. Survived by wife, Caren; son, Jordan; parents, Sam and Shirley August; sister, Luann August McGonagle; and nephew, Andy Burnham, all of Tucson. Services Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Rabbi Joseph S. Weizenbaum of Congregation Ner Tamid officiating. Interment to follow EVERGREEN CEMETERY, Congregation Anshei Israel Section. Memorial Contributions may be made to charity of choice. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
DROESCH, George Charles, born in Brooklyn, NY., October 20, 1912, the youngest of six children to father, Lewis Droesch, artist and lithographer and mother, Mary Waerhmann-Droesch. George transitioned from this life on June 9th, 1995 in Tucson, AZ. He is survived and cherished by his loving wife, Pauline B. Huttman-Droesch of Tucson; his son, George F. and Ramona Droesch of Newberry Park, CA; grandson, Matthew P. Droesch of Reseda, CA; and brother-in-law, Al Drescher of St. Augustine, FL. George moved to Tucson from Queens, NY in 1947 and worked as a real estate broker for many years, both in Tucson and Pine Top Lakeside. He was actively involved in many spiritual organizations. George was one of the founding members of Love-Truth-Union Chapel, and along with Elmer Staggs, a founding member of All Creeds Brotherhood and Sanctuary Cove. His gentle inspiration will live forever in the hearts, minds and deeds of all those who knew and loved him. A Memorial Service will be held June 13th at 6:00 p.m. at Sanctuary Cove, 744-2375. Donations may be made in memory of George to All Creeds Brotherhood, 8001 N. Scenic Drive, Tucson, AZ., 85743. Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott Ave., Tucson, AZ.
GAILEY, Lillian G., one of nine children, born February 11, 1909, in Ft. Thomas, AZ., to Jack and Callie Sanders. Preceded in death by her daughter, Marilee Satuch. Grandmother of, Debbie (Phil) Thompson of IN., Frederick Hill and Gailyn (Tom) McGhee, both of AK; sister of, Ralph G. Sanders of Phoenix, AZ., and Alma (Bruce) Cox of Tucson, AZ. Also survived by sister-in-law, Pearl Sanders of Tempe, AZ., four great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 1995 at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery, 2300 W. Van Buren Ave, Phoenix, AZ. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
HUYNH, Tuu, 92, of Tucson, died Friday, June 9, 1995. Survived by her son, Bill (Linda) Yiu; grandchildren, Lisa D. Yiu, David Yiu, Steven Yiu. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 1995 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. with Pastor David Chan of Chinese Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery.
SPENCER, Geraldine L., 77, of Tucson, died Friday, June 9, 1995. Survivors include son, Stephen D. Spencer of CA; daughter, Linda E. Zepp of OH; grandchildren, Kimberlee A. Allen of IL., Alison G. Zepp of MD., Kevin, Phillip and Russel Spencer, all of CA; sister-in-law, Margaret Spencer; nieces, Virginia Shaw and daughter Jacqueline of Tucson, and Sarah Spencer, Susan Hammond and Sarah Barrier, all of CA. Memorial will be at Unity Church 3617 N. Camino Blanco at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 13, 1995, with Rev. Larry Swartz officiating. Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association, 5325 E. Pima, 85712. Arrangements entrusted to ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
STERLING, Irene R., 71, of Tucson, passed away June 10, 1995. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Sterling and brothers, Barney and Irving Shandling. She is survived by children, Terry (Sandee) Sterling of Deerfield, IL., Stuart (Linda) Sterling of Tucson, Penny Sterling of CO; grandchildren, Heidi, Rachel, Shanda, Sheryl, Matthew; sister, Mae Berman of CA; sisters-in-law, Lois and Murial Shandling, both of Tucson. Graveside Services Tuesday, June 13, 10:00 a.m. at the B'nai B'rith Section of Evergreen Cemetery with Rabbi Joseph Weizenbaum officiating. Memorials may be made to M.D.A., 4601 E. Ft. Lowell, Tucson, 85712.
CREEVY, Annie Elsie, 75, died June 9, 1995. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Donald; and her daughter, Dianne Evelyn (George) MacClennen; and grandson, Colt Dale MacClennen of Dudleyville; and sister, Mary 'Mae' Beesley of Canada. She was preceded in death by her son, Dale Thomas Creevy in 1985. She was born in Oakville, Ontario, Canada and moved to Tucson in 1960. She enjoyed flowers and hummingbirds. Private Memorial Services were held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Lung Assoc., 2819 E. Broadway, Tucson, 85716. 'Remember me with smiles and laughter, For that's the way I'll remember you all. If you only remember me with tears, Then don't remember me at all.' Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
DERBY, Philip N., 78, died at home June 6, 1995. He was born in Burlington, IA where he managed Derby Coal Company. Philip attended Iowa State University. In 1954 he moved to Tucson with his family, and was involved in real estate sales prior to becoming Property and Right-Away Manager for the City of Tucson until his retirement. He was a life member of the Elks Lodge. married 56 years, he is survived by his wife, Mildred Gulick Derby; his son, Newton B. Derby (Violet) of Houston, TX; his daughter, Lynn Derby Helmke (David) of Glendale, AZ; his four grandchildren, Matthew Helmke (Heather) of Flagstaff, AZ., Caroline, Laura and Ellen Derby of Houston; and his sister-in-law, Marie Gulick Esau of Tucson. Services will be held Monday, June 12th, 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Casas Adobes Congregational Church. Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
GIBBONS, Kathryn Branton, died June 2, 1995, in Tucson. She was born September 26, 1910, in Camden, NJ. She was a resident of Collingswood and Cherry Hill, NJ., before retiring in 1976, when she moved to Tucson with her sister, Sara Schuck. She was the Executive Secretary for the Philadelphia tea importer, Irwin, Harrisons, Whitney and with her son, James, owned a tea packing company, Triangle Tea. For 35 years she was the organist and choir director of the 1st Baptist Church of Collingswood, NJ. After her retirement in Tucson, she was the organist for the Judson American Baptist Church. She was an active member of the Tucson Medical Center Auxiliary and Soroptomist of Tucson. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her quick wit, her strength of character, her beautiful music, and her generosity. She was the widow of James C. Gibbons who passed away in 1969. She departed this world and joined her beloved son James C. Gibbons, Jr., on his birthday. She was also preceded in death by her sister. To her surviving granddaughters, Kathryn Marie Gibbons and Jennifer Leigh Gibbons of Tucson, she was a loving 'Nana' who will never be forgotten. She is also survived by daughters-in-law, Ellen Harper Gibbons and Elizabeth Anne Fimbres, of Tucson. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, June 11, at 1:30 p.m. at Judson American Baptist Church, 625 W. Los Altos, Tucson, Rev. Paul Williams officiating. At her request, inurnment shall be at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Tucson Medical Center Children's Fund.
HENDRICKSON, Harold R., 70, of Tucson, died June 8, 1995. Husband of, June Ruth of Tucson; father of, Susan K. Avery, Howard M., Mark L. Hendrickson, Tracey A. Oswald; ten grandchildren; brother of, Eleanor Koslakiewicz. Mr. Hendrickson was a member of VFW #10188 Tucson, Elks Lodge #133, Deluth, MN. Memorial Service Monday, June 12, 1995, 11:00 a.m. at Dove of Peace Lutheran Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Rd. Arrangements by ABBEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3435 N. 1st Ave. (888-1111).
