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MANDEL, Erna, 99, of Tucson, died November 25, 1995. Survived by son, Burton B. (Eileen) Mandel of Tucson; daughter, Helaine (Lloyd) Usherson of Henderson, NV; eight grandchildren and many great and great great grandchildren. Graveside Services were held Tuesday, November 28, Congregation Anshei Israel Section of Evergreen Cemetery with Rabbi Arthur R. Oleisky officiating. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
MILLER, Richard Lee, 61, of Tucson, passed away November 30, 1995. He is survived by wife Susan M. Miller; two daughters, Lisa Miller and Jena Garner; two grandchildren, Eric R. Garner and Jeremy A. Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ramona Miller; and sister Patricia. Private family services were held. Arrangements by Hudgel’s SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 22nd and Swan.
SLEDGE, Ophelia, 86, a resident of Tucson, passed away Monday, November 27, 1995. Survived by sister, Everline (Rev. Charlie) Hunter of Tucson; brother, Ernest (Gerttie) McIntosh of LA; and a host of nephews, nieces and friends also survive. Funeral Service 1:00 p.m., Monday, December 4 at Gideon Missionary Baptist Church, 3085 S. Campbell, with Rev. Warren Anderson, officiating. Interment South Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave.
SPANIOL, Donald “Max’, passed away on November 19, 1995. Survived by wife, Barbara; son, Ron (Sue) Spaniol of MI; son, Frank Spaniol of Tucson; two stepdaughters, Lisa (Judson) Walp, and Betsy Larkin of Tucson; brother, Bill (Rosalee) Spaniol of KS; many nieces, nephews and five grandchildren. Born in Plevna, KS on May 18, 1924, Max was a resident of Tucson for the past 35 years. He was a member of the Elk’s Lodge #2532, Eagles Aerie #180, Moose Lodge #747 and American Legion Post #7. Family and friends may join in a Graveside Memorial Service on Saturday, January 13, 1996, 1:00 p.m. at East Lawn Cemetery.
STATON, John Donald, 68, of Tucson, died Saturday, November 25, 1995. Survivors include, sister, Bonnie J. Grey of Tucson; brother’s, Max and Roy Staton both of OR. No services will be held. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
URBANO, Perfecto M., passed away November 30, 1995. Preceded in death by parents, Jose and Socorro Urbano and son, Eddie Lopez. Survived by wife, Virginia M. Lopez Urbano; daughters, Mary (Jimmy) Martinez and Carmen (Henry) Hernandez; son, Peter (Irene) Lopez; sisters, Norma U. (Henry) Quihuis; brothers, Waldo, Frank (Sally) and Ernie Urbano. Very special care giver Ramon Luna; ten grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 3, 1995 at TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 204 S. Stone Ave., from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., with rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be offered Monday 9:00 a.m. at St. Margaret’s Church. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by TUCSON MORTUARY.
BALTAZAR, Susana R., of Tucson, died November 28, 1995. She was 43. She is survived by her husband, Ralph; children, Rosemary, Armando, David, Julio, Lisa and Francisco; mother, Francisca Rivera; brothers, David, Valentin, Roberto and Fernando; sisters, Maria Elena, Norma, Pauline, Frances, Margie and Isabel as well as four grandchildren. Friends may call from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1, 1995 at Cristo Ray Church. Mass will be held on Saturday, December 2, 1995 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Monte Calvario Cemetery. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY.
DUKETT, Carol, 57 years old, died Tuesday, November 28, 1995 in Tucson. Survived by four daughters, Mary Northey, Carol M. Dukett, Susan Dukett, Theresa Chambers, all of Tucson; two sons, Peter Dukett and Joseph Dukett of Tucson; brother, Donald Hayes; sister, Barbara Maly of Tucson; and dog, Gus; nine grandchildren; one great grandchild. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, November 30, 1995 at 1:00 p.m. in the WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 5225 E. Speedway, 881-0338.
EARNEST, Barbara L., 49, of Tucson, passed away November 28, 1995. Survivors include mother, Gloria Randles of Tucson; brothers, Frank (Carol) Earnest of Silvarado, CA, David (Sue) Earnest of Des Moines, IA; sisters, Terri (Pat) Turner of Tucson, Jerri Sweet of Kirkland, WA; step-brother, Russell (Chris) Randles of Tucson. Ms. Earnest taught for 28 years with TUSD #1 Teaching 1st grade elementary. Memorial Services will be at Calvary Baptist Church, 758 S. Columbus, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 2, 1995 with Pastors David Wallace and Gordon Vernon officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 758 S. Columbus Blvd. for the Barbara Earnest Memorial Fund. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway).
HENIZER, Beverly “Eileen’ 45, of Tucson died November 27, 1995. Survivors include her loving husband of 26 years, Bill Henizer “You’ve made me so very happy’. One daughter, Tawnya (Bruce) Groen; mother-in-law, Ethel Henizer; sisters, Linda Hall, Barbara Pittman, Hilda Valencia; brothers, Howard Reed, Jerry Lakes, Vernon Lakes, 12 nephews, seven nieces; 17 great nieces and nephews and one great-great nephew. Also leaving behind many friends and other relatives, Eileen and her spirit of unconditional love and sacrificial giving will never be forgotten. Her concern for others was modeled after Christ’s example to us, a true servant. “Our great loss is truly Gods gain.’ Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 1995. Funeral services will be at New Testament Baptist Church 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 1, 1995 with Dr. J.C. Joiner officiating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.
IRWIN, Betty Jane, 78, died November 28, 1995. Beloved wife of, Armon Worth Irwin of Tucson; devoted mother of, John Michael Irwin of Phoenix, Mary Kate Shea of CA, Deborah Ann Percell of CA, Tom Christopher Irwin of Tucson, Charles Andrew Irwin of Sierra Vista, Susan Marie Nicolay of Tucson, and Margaret Jane Barnacastle of Tucson; 21 grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by son, James Patrick Irwin. She was a graduate of Marquette University of Milwaukee WI, taught communications for the US Army in Madison WI. She was loved by her family and will be missed by all. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 1, 1995 at St. Francis de Sales, 1375 S. Camino Seco with Father Robert Tamminga officiating. Burial to follow at Our Lady of The Desert Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday November 30, 1995 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. In lieu of flowers contributions to Casa de Los Ninos, 347 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85705 would be appreciated.
McKAY, Mollie B., 82, of Tucson, died November 24, 1995. Survived by son, Richard Goodman of Tucson; nieces, Janet Gauge, Billie Faye Justice, Lynda Hutchings, OR; two grandchildren, Randy Goodman of Tucson and Linda Barr of Soap Lake, WA. Visitation Friday, December 1, 1995 Valley of the Sun Mortuary, 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 with services following. Burial Valley of the Sun Mortuary, 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd. Arrangements by Valley of the Sun Mortuary.
PRECIADO, Rosario Ravago an 82 year resident of Tucson, passed away November 27, 1995. Born May 7, 1913 in Douglas, AZ. She was known as the “Storybook Grandma.’ Survived by her daughters, Carmen Cardiel, Mary Lou Escobar, Josie P. (Joe) Donley, Sylvia (Reynaldo) Martinez; son, Robert (Irene) Preciado; son-grandson, Danny Orduno; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and her only surviving brother, Johnny Ravago. Visitation will be held Friday December 1, 1995 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5401 S. Park Ave. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held 9 a.m. Saturday at SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL. Rev. Robert Preciado officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.
VAN NOTE, Norman Lee, 77, died Monday, November 27, 1995 at home in Tolono, IL. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Mr. VanNote was born February 11, 1918 at Mattoon, IL a son of Herman and Elsie Stokes VanNote. He married Karen Olsen December 1, 1976 at Reno, NV. She survives. Also surviving is one son, Matthew J. VanNote; and one daughter, Jennifer L. VanNote, both at home; and a brother, Roy VanNote of Tucson, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Mr. VanNote retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sgt. in 1960 after serving 20 years in both the Army and Air Force. He received the purple heart in World War II in France and a Bronze Star with oak leaf cluster. He retired in 1982 from Davis Monthan A.F.B.
WALKER, Linord H. Walker, 52, died November 29, 1995. Husband of Mary Walker; father of Rebecca (Raymond) Penick of CA; brother of Ron (Phyllis) Walker of CA. Also survived by (Pop) Ed O’Connell of Tucson; grandchildren, Brittany and Dallas Penick also survive. He was a private pilot. The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their outstanding care for Linord. Donations to Cancer Research U of A, 1501 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85724 would be appreciated. Graveside Service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 2, 1995 at Desert Vista Cemetery. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 1 at BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.
GEISEL, William B. In memory of our loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, who died November 25, 1995 in Tucson. Preceded in death by father, William B. Geisel, Sr; mother, Clara M. Geisel; and brother, Edward E. Geisel. You will be deeply missed by your children, Michael, Bradley and Tawny; grandchildren, Brandy, Stephanie, Sarah, Vanessa, Michael, Daniel, Dallas and Paris; your great granddaughter, Kaylee; and your sisters, Beverly, Virginia and Sharolynn. Yet, we all take comfort and rejoice in knowing that our Lord has called you home to help prepare a place in heaven for each of us, for someday we will join you and we too can share in your joy. With love and admiration, your family. Services Thursday, 11:00 a.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY, with Rev. John Hoelter of St. Mary’s Hospice officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Friends may call Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until service time, EVERGREEN MORTUARY and CEMETERY, N. Oracle and W. Miracle Mile.
GILL, Eleanor Veronica McDonald, a longtime-school teacher in the Tucson area, passed away at home on November 26, 1995. She was born on April 28, 1918, in Duluth, MN. She was preceded in death by parents Capt. John H. and Rose T. O’Meara, and by husbands, Arthur L. McDonald and Robert S. Gill. She is survived by children, Kathleen Ragland (Tom) of Atlanta, GA, Marilyn Cooper (Carl) of Patagonia, AZ, John E. McDonald (Diane) of Oro Valley, AZ and Rik McDonald of San Diego, CA; seven grandchildren, Erin Anderson, Scott Anderson, Tom Stout, Dan Stout, Jeff Stout, Darren Young and Kelly Nierengarten; and two great grandchildren. Mrs. Gill is an alumnus of the University of Minnesota, past president of Chi Omega Sorority, and taught in both parochial and public schools for over 28 years. She was assistant principal in charge of curriculum in a private school in Tucson. She was also active with the Disabled American Veterans and Womens’ Guild at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb. She was a loving, giving person who touched many lives, with a life-long love of teaching children. She was also a loving, caring mother. She will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 1995 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Rosary will be said at 7:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 29th at 1:00 p.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1800 S. Kolb Rd. Burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712.
GRAY, Genevieve (Jenny) S., passed away on November 21, 1995 at age 75. Survived by son, Paul Russell Gray and grandsons, Matthew and Ryan Gray of Orinda, CA and son, Howard A. Gray of Tucson; sister of Connie Stuck (deceased) of Tucson. Arriving in Tucson in 1957, spent many successful years as a teacher, author of children’s books, and mother. The unceasing support of those who provided so much friendship and assistance to Jenny during her illness is greatly appreciated by her sons. Memorial Services will be held at Hudgel’s SWAN FUNERAL HOME, 1335 S. Swan Road, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 2 December. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the Tucson Memorial Society, P.O. Box 12661, Tucson, 85732 or the Salvation Army, 1001 N. Richey, Tucson, 85716.
HENIZER, Beverly “Eileen’ 45, of Tucson died November 27, 1995. Survivors include her loving husband of 26 years, Bill Henizer “You’ve made me so very happy’. One daughter, Tawnya (Bruce) Groen; mother-in-law, Ethel Henizer; sisters, Linda Hall, Barbara Pittman, Hilda Valencia; brothers, Howard Reed, Jerry Lakes, Vernon Lakes, 12 nephews, seven nieces; 17 great nieces and nephews and one great-great nephew. Also leaving behind many friends and other relatives, Eileen and her spirit of unconditional love and sacrificial giving will never be forgotten. Her concern for others was modeled after Christ’s example to us, a true servant. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. (at Speedway), from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 1995. Funeral services will be at New Testament Baptist Church 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 1, 1995 with Dr. J.C. Joiner officiating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.
LACY, Oel Allen, 72, passed peacefully away on November 26, 1995; of complications of COPD at Sonora Desert Hospice. Beloved husband of Jean Lacy; father of Sherry (Dan) Eriksen, Margie Cale, Guy (Sandy) Lacy, Richard Lacy, Carol (Jim) Lang, and Carmine Lacy; and grandfather of ten grandchildren. Also survived by sister, Mildred (Harold) Bacon of MO; brother, Carl (Bettye) Lacy of WA; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mr. Lacy was born February 14, 1923 in Red Bird, MO, he resided in IL for 20 years, then lived 28 years in Tucson, AZ. He served in World War II and the Korean War, receiving 5 Bronze Stars. He was a retired mechanic and carpenter on his death. Graveside services will be held at Evergreen Cemetery 3015 N. Oracle Rd on December 18, 1995, officiated by the Pastor Gary Kirk of Catalina Heights Evangelical Christian Union Church. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Assn or to REN-WEST, 1780 W. Anklam Rd, Tucson 85745.
LIBBOS, Michael Harry, 65 years old, died Monday, November 27, 1995 in Tucson. Survived by one brother, Abraham (Belinda) Libbos of Tucson. He was a member of Moose Lodge. No Services are planned. Arrangements handled by WOLFREY PEACE CHAPEL, 881-0338.
PATE, John E., 82, passed away November 21, 1995. S.A.R. MemorialService Sunday, December 3rd, Park Avenue Christian Church, 1010 Park Ave, NY, NY 10028.
