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Charles Gordon Rummel - February 17, 1938 - July 24, 2021

Departed: 07/24/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Charles Gordon Rummel, 83, passed away July 24, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.

Charles was born February 17, 1938 in Mankato, Minnesota. He lived his primary years in Mankato and Storden areas of Minnesota. His family moved to Sioux Falls, South Dakota when he was entering Junior High. He graduated from Washington High School in Sioux Falls, South Dakota Class of 1957. After graduation he served our county through service in the Naval Reserves and in the United States Air Force. He served as a Dental Lab Technician, stationed at Toule AFB, France and Hahn AFB, Germany. After his military service he attended the University of Minnesota obtaining his BA of Fine Arts.

He continued his career as a Certified Dental Lab Technician in Minnesota, Idaho, Ohio and Arizona. He loved to paint in both oil and watercolors along with creating and designing Stained Glass. He also enjoyed hiking, camping and backpacking. He had a love for backpacking in the Grand Canyon, logging over 1,000 miles of “below the rim backpacking” in the Canyon. He fulfilled his “bucket list” of a 2 week rafting the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon.

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Leo and Crystal May (Engel) Rummel (Biological parents: Sylvester Karl and Bernice (Engel, Karl, Grundmeyer), as well as a brother and sister-in-law, Gary (Jane) Grundmeyer in 2015 (2019).

Charles is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy (Sneary) Rummel, children: Sharon (Ryan) Close, Katherine Rummel, Brian Rummel, grandsons: Justin Close and Kyler Close; brother, Dale (Evie) Grundmeyer; sisters: Dianne (Tom) Engel, Sandy (“Red”) Zarn, Linda Glenn, Judy (Gary) Haala, Susan Karl and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life for Charles will be held for family and friends at a later date.

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Waly Krotenberg - August 10, 1926 - July 14, 2021

Departed: 07/14/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Krotenberg, Wally 94, passed away in Tucson, Arizona on July 14, 2021.

Waly was preceded in death by her parents, Alberts and Leontina Šeibels (Grigarovic); husband, Stanley Krotenberg; sister, Biruta Sintay and son, Albert Sheibels.

Waly was born Valija Šeibels on August 10, 1926, in Riga, Latvia. As a youth Waly enjoyed figure skating, boating, and theater. Waly was especially proud of her father who was a prominent player and coach of the Latvian National Football (soccer) team until WWII. She recalled lovingly polishing her father's soccer boots in advance of every match.

In December 1943, in advance of invading Russian troops Waly and her family fled Latvia and ended up in a refugee camp located in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. While in the camp Waly worked as nurse and translator. In 1947 she married a US soldier and relocated with her family to Tucson, Arizona.

During the late 1940's and throughout the 1950's Waly and her family lived in a house on the foothills of Tumamoc Hill on the west side of Tucson. She worked as surgical nurse at nearby St. Mary's Hospital. She always reflected affectionately about her experiences while working at St. Mary's and was the first to suggest the importance of working hard and keeping everything spotless.

The story goes that Stanley and Waly met at a party in Tucson. They happened to be in the banquet line and both standing near a bowl of rattlesnake dip. They discussed the pros and cons of eating rattlesnake. They both gave it a try. Stanley was in love.

After much chasing, on May 30, 1957, Waly married Stanley Krotenberg. The marriage didn't start like many newlyweds. They honeymooned in Mexico; during which Stanley acquired polio and was hospitalized in Mexico City with paralysis and respiratory failure. With Waly's medical experience, she recognized the severity of the symptoms and contacted the US Embassy who arranged for immediate transport of Stanley to Tucson by an US Airforce plane equipped with an iron lung. Stanley survived that episode and after years of rehabilitation and support from Waly, was left with only a minor disability.

Waly and Stanley opened Abbey Funeral Chapel in 1970. Waly worked tirelessly to build a successful business. For nearly fifty years Waly provided compassionate assistance to families that had lost loved ones. In her spare time Waly owned and operated a beauty salon and flower shop that were located next door to the funeral home. Throughout the day she would walk back and forth tending to the needs of each business.

In 1980 Waly made her first of many trips back to Latvia. After Latvia regained independence in 1991, Waly returned and purchased a home that she would visit every summer. Waly enjoyed spending her summers in Latvia connecting with childhood friends and their families.

Family was very important to Waly. She would be the first to help each one be successful in their chosen endeavors. She believed in hard work, education, and dedication to success.

Waly is survived by her son, Marshall Krotenberg (Patricia); grandchildren, Jessica Taylen (John), Brian Sheibels, Eric Krotenberg, and Hailey Krotenberg; and seven great-grandchildren.

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Margaret Marie Bradbury - February 12, 1925 - June 26, 2021

Departed: 06/26/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Mary (Keeley)Bradbury passed away peacefully on June 26, 2021 at Abuelos in North Edgewood senior facility in Tucson, Arizona. Margaret and her husband moved to Tucson

in 1992 to enjoy retirement. She was born in Bridgeport in 1925 to James and Josephine Keeley. She was the beloved wife of the late

Clarence W. Bradbury. She attended Bassick High School and was employed by the Bridgeport Brass Co. and Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center. She truly loved people and volunteering. A devout traditionalist Catholic, her faith was the key to her positive influence and outlook on life.

Survivors include her loving children; Richard and wife Rosemary, William and wife Patrice; grandchildren Christina, Daniel, Katherine, and Christopher and her great-grandchildren Isabella, Gabriella, and Markus.

Services were held at The Abbey Funeral Chapel, Tucson and interment at The Holy Hope Cemetery.

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Joan H. Ebert - February 16, 1933 - June 26, 2021

Departed: 06/26/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Joan H. Ebert, a retired bank trust officer, passed away in Tucson on June 26, 2021, at the age of 88. Joan spent the first part of her life in Macomb and Bushnell, Illinois. She worked at Farmers & Merchants State Bank of Bushnell for 27 years. Joan loved nature, especially trees, and wildlife, and supported The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and the Nature Conservancy, among other charities.

Joan married Norman V. Ebert, her first husband, in 1950. Norman passed away in 1995. They had no children. Joan married her second husband, David G. Ebert, also a widower, in 1997 and moved to Tucson. Joan and David enjoyed several Road Scholar educational travel programs in the United States and visited Great Britain, France and Germany. They stopped counting after 31 trips.

Joan is survived by her loving husband, David G. Ebert; brother Jack Beal; stepchildren Emily Ebert Beasley (husband Craig Beasley); Mark Ebert; and Kirk Ebert (wife Laura Ebert); step grandchildren Rachel Beasley, Eric Beasley, Scott Ebert and Kevin Ebert; and longtime loving caregiver, Judith Valencia.

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Michael Joseph DeSoto - December 15, 1961 - June 07, 2021

Departed: 06/07/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Michael Joseph DeSoto.

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Lucille R. Foisey - February 04, 1930 - June 02, 2021

Departed: 06/02/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Foisey, Lucille R. passed away from pneumonia on June 2, 2021 at the age of 91.

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Mary Ann Darling - May 09, 1935 - May 06, 2021

Departed: 05/06/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Darling was born in Passaic, New Jersey on May 9th, 1935 and lived until May 6th, 2021. She was born to Edna and Dudley Shepard, joining her brother Bob. Their home was in Nutley, New Jersey.

Mary Ann and her mom shared a love for making friends, entertaining, and roller coasters. Both were talented, wise and wonderful, and gifted with the ability to see the good in people and make them feel special. Edna’s example showed Mary Ann how to have a friend and be a friend. She learned her lesson well. Mary Ann had hundreds of friends throughout her life, including Audrey (Anderson) Librizzi, who’s friendship started in a sandbox at 3 years of age. They continued as best friends for 83 more years.

A “Daddy’s Girl,” and proud of it, Mary Ann found her father’s love as close to perfect love as one could find. Dudley treated his daughter as a person, which was unusual in that day. He always encouraged Mary Ann in her love for math, even though it was considered a “male” subject. They shared a love for the Yankees, fishing and dessert-dessert. Mary Ann knew her father as a loving, giving, generous, selfless man . . . she was her father’s daughter.

Mary Ann adored her big brother, Bob, 11 years her elder. And Bob cherished Mary Ann. He taught her many things: how to swim, how to dive, how to spit and how to whistle. Additionally, Bob taught her important life lessons including, when someone asks you to look into the end of a garden hose, don’t do it, which Mary Ann was able to pass on to her own children and grandchildren. Bob married Mary Frobose, and Mary Ann soon became the beloved “Auntie” to their children, Mary Ann (her namesake), Nancy, Bob and Betsy. A mutual love affair.

With no living grandparents, Mary Ann was adopted as a granddaughter by three of her mother’s friends, as well as her Aunt Gussie and Uncle Neil. They all doted on, loved on and spoiled Mary Ann as their own, and she held dear that she was thoroughly loved by them all.

Mary Ann attended Spring Garden and Yantacaw Elementary Schools, Nutley Junior High and Nutley High School, where she amassed “oodles” of friends: the boys next door, Johnny and Freddy; “The Girls,” Reenie, Pat, Joan, Mary, Carolyn, Jo Ann; The “Jersey Girls,” Jane, Cynthia, Audrey, Judy, Barbara, Vera Jane; the neighborhood girls, Winnie, Lynn, Babs, another Jane, and Gain; and the DD’s (identity unknown due to sworn secrecy). Our “Jersey Girl,” Mary Ann loved the ocean (NOT the Pacific), and spent many a summer with her girlfriends on Normandy Beach at the Jersey Shore. She also waited tables at the Normandy Inn for a little extra spending money.

In 1953, Mary Ann was off to college, attending St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, were she was a math major, science minor, President of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority, learned to ski and enjoyed watching her Saints play ice hockey. Upon graduation in 1957, Mary Ann returned to Nutley to teach math at Nutley Junior High.

Mary Ann married Ralph Darling, Jr, in May of 1958. Mary Ann and Ralph had met in college, were married and then moved to Potomac, Maryland, for Ralph’s work. As a girl, Mary Ann loved playing dolls and paper dolls. All she ever wanted to be when she grew up was a mom. And an incredible mom she was to Linda (her favorite), Sue (her favorite), Gary (her favorite), Rob (her favorite) and Sally (her favorite). She loved, comforted, cheered for, and inspired her children and made them laugh. Most of all, she made each feel special. Mary Ann grew up in a neighborhood overflowing with love, joy and a zillion playmates, so she made sure her kids did too. In addition to being an incredible mom to the Darling kids, she was a remarkable next-door, neighborhood, friend, teammate, and community mom. Mary Ann belonged to a wonderful, close-knit bridge club, was a member of the Potomac Garden Club, and was a beloved neighbor.

Mary Ann’s family moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1977. Mary Ann picked up where she left off, making numerous Tucson friends, including Marj Jorden. Mary Ann met Marj at Christ the King Church. Their friendship was instant and lasted a lifetime. Marj took pure delight in Mary Ann’s happiness and accomplishments, also feeling her pain. Marj’s selfless, giving, generous, loving spirit reminded Mary Ann of her father, Dudley. Marj was the sister Mary Ann always longed for. Mary Ann and Marj took their sister act to St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church where they did epic work for the Altar Guild and Ministry for Education. Mary Ann was also a lay-reader and chalice bearer. Her volunteer work in the community included work for Easter Seal’s, Salvation Army, Shalom House, feeding the hungry at St. Martin’s Center and sharing her love for math as a classroom math aide.

Anyone who didn’t know Mary Ann, need only meet her 10 grandchildren to feel her essence. They spent “Monday’s with Gramma” and went on special trips with her to San Diego and Disneyland. In addition to radiating Mary Ann’s kind and generous spirit, each shares her sense of play, love for fun and adventure (and roller coasters), creativity, and her genuine capacity for loving and being a good friend.

Mary Ann spent the last 20 years living, laughing, eating out and traveling with a wonderful man, Edgar Dunn, who showered her with love and affection, and protected and cared for her in her final years.

Enduring love and gratitude to Mary Ann’s caregivers, Maria Hill, Marcia Radcliff, Eva Garcia, Dolores Hernandez, Brenda, Mev and Francesca. Heartfelt thanks also to the loving staff and friends at Villa Hermosa Senior Living and Casa De La Luz Hospice.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by Edna Shepard, Dudley Shepard, Bob Shepard, Mary (Frobose) Shepard, and her loyal dog Gracie.

Mary Ann is survived by her partner, Edgar Dunn; her children, Linda Caverly, Sue Darling, Gary Darling, Rob Darling, Sally Bockisch; their father, Ralph Darling, Jr; her beloved daughters-in-law, Sandy Darling and Jeana Darling, and her sons-in-law, Michael Caverly and Eric Bockisch; her grandchildren, Lara Darling, Stephen Caverly, Marc Darling, Dean (Kelsey) Caverly, Anna Darling, Lizzie Caverly, Scott Bockisch, Heidi Bockisch, Natalie Darling, Matthew Darling; her nieces and nephew, Mary Ann (Bob) Romas, Nancy (Butch) Luxton, Bob (Terry) Shepard, Betsy (Mike) Stoffers; her goddaughter, Joanne Librizzi Cyphers; and oodles of friends including, Audrey Librizzi and Marj Jorden.

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Carolyn McCallie - December 08, 1935 - March 09, 2021

Departed: 03/09/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Carolyn “Kay” McCallie Carolyn of Tucson, AZ age 85 passed away peacefully at TMC’s Hospice Care with families attendance on March 9th, 2021 Carolyn was born on December 8th 1935 in Portchester, NY to parents Homer and Alice Shattuck. Raised in Rye, NY and lived in NY until she and her family moved to Danbury, CT. for 40 years, then moved to Tucson, AZ with her husband

for another 20 years.

Carolyn graduated from Rye High School in 1954. She was a member of her high school marching band. She stayed in touch with many of her former classmates after graduation. She met and married Walter McCallie Jr. in 1955. They raised their two children in Danbury CT. for the next 30 years.

Throughout her life, Carolyn worked a number of jobs alongside being a mother. Carolyn worked as a seamstress, volunteer at the Danbury hospital, and Grolier Inc. Publishing Co., working in the warehouse as an order processor for 15 years. Hobbies included sewing, quilting, crocheting, traveling & camping where she and her husband belonged to the FMCA for about 50 years. Avid campers Walter and Carolyn purchased a used 1948 Greyhound bus renovating and restoring it into a

camper. The McCallie’s spent numerous years traveling all over the country from their bus to their latest Pace Arrow camper. Walter and Carolyn moved to Tucson in 2000 where they continued their retirement in the desert southwest. Carolyn never tired of the intense hot summers in the desert. For countless holidays & summers Carolyn would enjoy her family and her

granddaughters over at poolside, and many outings around Tucson, etc. Carolyn is recalled by many of her generous personality and her passion for life as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Also,

accepting trials, surprises, and changes that cast her way. Survived by her husband Walter McCallie Jr.; her son David McCallie; her daughter Cindy Hedin and her husband

Bob Hedin; her two granddaughters Janis Mulvihill and her husband William Mulivihill, and Jennifer Hedin.

She is also survived by two sisters-in-law Marilyn Crafa & Beverly McCallie; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her sister Mary Alice Scharf, and her husband Al. She is also preceded in death by her

brother in law Joe Crafa.

A private service was held by a Chaplin with family in attendance. Carolyn will be missed by loved ones and all who knew her.

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Nicole Jean Collins - September 09, 1999 - March 07, 2021

Departed: 03/07/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Nicole Collins was a caring daughter, mother, sister, and friend. She was a victim of a violent crime and left this world suddenly on March 7, 2021 at age 21.

She was born to Corrine and Richard Collins on September 9th, 1999 and was a lifelong resident of Tucson, Arizona.

Nicole loved music and animals, especially her dog, Velvet. She also enjoyed her job and time with friends.

She is survived by her parents, her brother, Michael DeSisto, and Nana Jean Collins. Her loving daughter, Dezerae Rosa Guzman, pre-deceased her.

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Ann Shirley Ethridge - June 28, 1941 - February 28, 2021

Departed: 02/28/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Ms. Ann Shirley Ethridge was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. She Passed away in her sleep on February 28, 2021 @ Life Care Center, Tucson AZ.

Ms. Ann Ethridge was born on June 28, 1941. She was married to Frank Lisco Blackmon Davis(deceased). Have five children; Frank (deceased), Nina Albritton, Corine Mekanico and Michael Davis. Son in laws Sylvester Albritton, Pete Mekanico and daughter in law Maylene Davis.

She have eight grand children; Frank Jr. (deceased) Darius, Raymond, Maria and Mitchel Albritton , Sanchez, Ronnie and Eric Price, Mathew and Christian Gerber, Michelle, Micha and Michael Davis. Great grand children; D’ Angela Davis, Juanita, Eria Marie, and Eriana Price,

“Love from all the family. Rest In Peace Mama.” From your daughter Nina.

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Gloria Jean King - August 22, 1944 - February 19, 2021

Departed: 02/19/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Private Visitation and Funeral Services by invitation only due to COVID restrictions are scheduled for Gloria J. King, who was 76 years old, Friday, March 5, 2021 at Abbey Funeral Chapel, 3435 N. 1st Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85719, The Burial Services will be held at Holy Hope Cemetery & Mausoleum, 3555 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, Arizona 85705, at 2:00 pm. Services at Holy Hope are public.

Gloria was born in Ganado, Arizona on August 22, 1944 to Howard and Hilda Smith. She was born into the Red House clan and born for the Mexican clan. Her maternal grandfather was Bitter Water clan, and her paternal grandfather was Honey Comb clan. Gloria graduated from Ganado Mission in Ganado, Arizona and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration from University of Arizona in 1967.

She is survived by her daughter, Adrienne King of Sacramento, California, and many other relatives including her sister, Shirley Stoner of Flagstaff, Arizona and brother, Terry Smith of Portland, Oregon.

She is preceded in death by her husband, James King, her son David King, her father Howard Smith, her mother Hilda Smith, and her sister Genevieve Smith.

Gloria was a loyal University of Arizona alumni and was an avid Wildcat fan who did not miss any of Arizona’s games being televised. She also enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting, and spending time with her dogs. She was a loving mother, sister, friend and relative, opening her home to family members whenever they were in town. She will be dearly missed by all who loved and cared deeply for her!

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Matilde Hernandez - August 05, 1917 - February 07, 2021

Departed: 02/07/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Matilde (Mati) Rosas Pérez de Hernández

On 5 August 1917, in a small town south of the USA/Mexican border named Magdalena, Sonora in México, a beautiful baby girl was born who would become don Epigmenio’s, special daughter, operate his grocery store, and become a middle school teacher in Nogales, Sonora, México. She was a high school basketball star athlete and the envy of all the girls at school. A very handsome young Méxican federal law enforcement officer and pharmacist from southern México, Enrique Hernández Zavala of Los Reyes Michoacán, México, fell in love with his future incredibly talented and beautiful wife. They married on 5 December 1946 and brought bright shining light to three lovely children, Socorro Hernández Holmes, Francisco Xavier Perez Hernández, and Eglantina Hernández Lucero. Later, when dad was in charge of the USA/Mexican border crossing station (Aduana) in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, México, Enrique Perez Hernández, Jr. arrived, before heading north to Tucson to earn our American dream in 1956.

Our mother loved to bake incredibly delicious pastries and my brother would sell every pastry in record time and always had return customers. She also loved to embroider and other creative arts & crafts, a champion at jigsaw puzzles of at least 1,000 pieces, a champion at crossword puzzles, and kept us laughing at her jokes while watching her favorite western movies. She was very proud to become a first generation U.S. citizen and she cherished her Mexican American heritage. She was very religious and would hold vigils to our Lady of Guadalupe with our father Enrique, Sr. hosting, which not only filled the house with delicious fragrances of Méxican dishes, but of family and friends. The overcapacity overflowed into the front and back yards, with family and friends excited about praying the rosary, singing to Our Lady of Guadalupe, dad’s and mom’s delicious Méxican food, sharing stories and receiving many blessings. One of her lifetime milestone events, which was a great blessing for our spiritual mother, was attending Pope St. John Paul II’s mass in Phoenix, at St. Mary’s Basilica.

On 5 August 2017, on mom’s 100th birthday, her children, grandchildren and other family and friends celebrated her unbelievable achievement of a long fruitful and happy life. The celebration included a catered meal, mariachis, and a plethora of gifts for mom. Our very grateful and overjoyed mom and her multitude of guests were treated to a video filled with wonderful memories with pictures reaching as far back of her as a teenager, her parents, siblings, dad, friends and family arriving to recent memory.

After 103 years, our loving and caring mother was ready to live in heavenly paradise and join her handsome young pharmacist and protector of México and his family, our dad, on 7 February 2021. She took her last two deep breaths in preparation for her journey to heaven, in the comfort of her home, loved and visited by family, before she passed on to heaven in peace.

Our amazing loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather Enrique Sr., predeceased our mom, as did her parents, Epigmenio Mejia Pérez and Zeferina Rosas de Pérez. Her siblings Eduardo, Trinidad, Francisca, Joaquin, Manuel and Epigmenio Jr., and her oldest nephew Enrique Luna, Jr. predeceased our mom. Her grandchild Juémac Hernandez and Antonio Gallego Badilla, Anna Badilla’s late husband, predeceased our mother and she will join them in paradise. Our remarkably talented sister Eglantina Lucero, who spent their time together shopping, embroidering, and on journeys together to live in Phoenix and Ohio, lived their last days together at home, and Tina predeceased her two weeks prior. Our sister Tina will go to heaven hand-in-hand with mom on their last journey together, in paradise.

Mati’s sibling sister, Laura Pérez Godinez survives her and lives in Tucson with her son Jesus Lorenzo. Her loving and affectionate children Socorro Hernández Holmes, Francisco Xavier Pérez Hernández, and Enrique Pérez Hernández, Jr. survive our mother. She is also survived by her devoted and adoring grandchildren, Stan Holmes (Julie), Steve Holmes (Vanessa), Frank Torres (Robin), Anna Badilla, Frank Hernández (aka Gordo), Elizabeth Hernández, Eddie Lucero, Robert Lucero (Inez), Michael Lucero (Aletha), Isidoro Jacques Hernández, Monica Jacques Hernández, Enrique Jacques Hernández, III, and Marc Anthony Jacques Hernández.

Her wonderful great-grandchildren, Aitana, Seth, Aydan; Carson, Landon, Cruz, Ryder; Anthony (Catie), Hector, Stephen (Lauren), Jessica, Alex, Jonathan (Joshua), Ysidro, Helena, Ysela, Aaliyah, Christian, Sebastian, Francisco Charles Torres, and Nicolas Enrique Torres, and Amanda Rene’e Gavaldon (Anthony) survive their loving great-grandmother.

Her youngest, great-great-grandchildren, Marshal, Maxx, Eowyn, Emmette, Sophia, Sergio, Alesy, Magdiel, Liam Josue Gavaldon, Atticus Alexander Gavaldon and Savanah Monroe Gavaldon survive her with love.

Her funeral services and internment will be in private due to the Tucson mayor’s mandated COVID-19 capacity restrictions. However, there will be a celebration of her amazing life in the COVID pandemic free future.

Our caring and compassionate mother’s viewing will be on Thursday at Abbey Funeral Chapel. Her rosary and mass will be on Friday, 19 February 2021 and laid to rest with dad on the same day at South Lawn cemetery in Tucson, Arizona.

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Albert John Perry - April 15, 1931 - January 26, 2021

Departed: 01/26/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 Albert John Perry, loving husband and father of 6 children, passed away at the age of 89.

Al was born on April 15, 1931 to Manuel and Sylvia Perry in Los Angeles, California. After graduating from High School in Fairhaven he and his twin brother enlisted in the Air Force. Al married Barbara Levesque in 1952. They had two children, Sheryl and Debra.

During his time in the Air Force he was responsible for getting radar sites operational across northern Alaska in the 1950s. His service included tours in Vietnam and Thailand during the war. He retired from the Air Force in 1970.

After retirement he sold Real Estate in Tucson, Arizona. It was there that he met and married Theresa Malecha in 1972 and adopted her four children, Melanie, Patrick, Paul and Joseph. He worked for Bendix Field Engineering as the Operations Manager at the Baker Nunn Satellite Tracking Station in San Vito, Italy. He continued his second career with Bendix in Saudi Arabia and Korea. He retired from Bendix in 1991 and moved to Northfield, Minnesota where he and Theresa lived until 2013. After two years of summering in Hastings, Minnesota, and wintering in Tucson, Arizona, they moved to Tucson permanently in 2015.

Al loved to watch murder mysteries with his family as well as all types of sports. He had a soft spot for the Vikings and Twins, and for Tony Stewart and Tiger Woods. He was very proud of his time in service and was always dedicated to the Air Force. Al was an expert when it came to airplanes and volunteered as a docent at the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, always going the extra mile to show visitors the detailed ins and outs of the planes. He often spoke fondly of the discussions he had with the foreign visitors who came to his museum and of talks he had with the actual pilots of some of the planes in the museum’s collection. He never missed the heritage flight training at Davis Monthan Air Force Base and, no matter where he lived, always found the nearest airshow to attend.

Al was an avid ametuer historian. He volunteered at the Northfield Historical Society in Northfield, Minnesota. He enjoyed meeting visitors and conducting tours of the bank that was at the center of the infamous Jesse James Gang raid. He was also a member of the James Younger Gang Club for many years. He and Theresa were basket weavers and they taught basket weaving classes.

Albert was a kind, interesting and gentle man. He was curious about things and went about his day pursuing interests. He had a wonderful sense of humor and he loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren. Al always went out of his way to help anyone, anywhere, at any time, in any way he possibly could.

Albert is preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, Mary Rose Perry, his father Manuel Perry, his brother William Perry and his daughter Sheryl Perry. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Perry, children Debbie Day, Melanie Bowman, Patrick Perry, Paul Christen and Joseph Perry as well as 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Al will be remembered for his gentle spirit, generosity and sense of honor.

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Mary Esther Zamora - May 30, 1945 - January 20, 2021

Departed: 01/20/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ester Zamora, 75 Born May 30, 1945 and was called home to be with our Lord January 20, 2021

Preceded in death by her parents; James Santiago and Nora Madril, her loving husband Conrad T. Zamora, Grandchildren Alex Ortiz and Lorenzo Zamora and siblings Tony Madril, James Madril and Inez

(JC) Tofoya. Survived by her Siblings; Eufemia (Joe, passed) Romero, Ambrose (Josefina) Madril, Lou (Naomi) Madril,

Arnold (Clara) Madril, Eva (Benny, passed) Aragon and Sister-in-law Jennifer Madril.

5 Children; Sally Miranda, Conrad (Amparo) Zamora, Joe Zamora, Linda (Lou) Zamora and Moroni Zamora.

18 Grandchildren; George, Robert (Tiffany), Rene, Krystal (Nate), Conrad (Christine), Lorraine, Pamela, Angela (Isaac), Aaron, Melissa, Christina (Alfonso), Mario, LisaMarie, Joe (Alexandria), Steven (Brandy), Desiree, Anabel and Abraham. 36 Great-Grandchildren Halie, Destiny, Joe Jr, Andrew, Lanae, Lacey, Marcos, Brisa, Saul, Gabriel, Angelo, Andreas, Pete, Lucio, Johnny, Julian, Dakota, Rene Jr, Davina, Leiah, Romeo, Izaiah, Zachary, Mario, Bobby, Javier, Marie, Marcello, Robert, Zoey, Alayah, Lorenzo, Lexi, Mila, Ximna and Alex. Our mom was such a beautiful, caring soul to all of those who crossed her path. Her door would be open to anyone to sit at her table for a warm meal, to chat or to have a shoulder to lean on. Mom was retired and spent her time doing puzzles, watching the food channel and then recreating the recipes but her biggest love was helping to raise her great-granddaughter Marie. Marie kept her busy with her dolls, her stuffed animals or just talking all day about anything and everything. Our mom had also touched so many lives; friends of her children who would also call her mom, friends of her grandchildren and people she met in her many years she had worked….just too many to mention by name. Mom definitely left her loving mark on them. Holidays will never be the same without you, your large Thanksgiving dinners and your infamous delicious tamales at Christmas time. God had given us an Angel for 75 years to show us the true meaning of Family, Life and Love. I truly hope we can do you justice and pass on your unconditional love. You will forever be deeply missed by all! 1Corinthians 16:14 Let all that you do be done in love Proverbs 31:25-30 Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he

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Mario Oscar Reyes - August 15, 1940 - January 17, 2021

Departed: 01/17/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Mario Oscar Reyes Sr, 80, passed on January 17, 2021 at Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, AZ, from complications of COVID-19.

Mario was born in El Paso, TX on August 15, 1940. His family then relocated to Los Angeles, CA at age 4. He fondly remembered the train ride to California, over the rolling hills of Orange County, when Knotts Berry Farm was an actual farm, and there was no Disneyland-just orange orchards. He was a wonderful son and brother. He attended Garfield High School and graduated class of 1958.

Mario then joined the United States Air Force where he served for four years. While stationed at Davis Monthan Air Force Base he was introduced to the love of his life, Anita. They married six months later; this never-ending love lasted through 58 years of marriage and beyond.

He is survived by his loving wife Anita, two children, Marie (Jorge Piña) and Mario Jr (Maria Guadalupe), five grandsons and one granddaughter that adore him. He also leaves behind a brother and nieces and nephews. Not to forget his life-long friends from Magma Copper Mine, and his years playing and managing slow pitch softball. We cannot forget his favorite companion, his Pug “Frida”.

Mario worked as an underground miner at San Manuel BHP for 34 years and retired to become a great softball player and coach. He was proud of the hard work he did, and loved reminiscing about his years working in San Manuel, Arizona. His greatest accomplishments were being a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is remembered as a true gentleman, a man of few words, and someone that could always be counted on. Memorial services are Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Abbey Funeral Chapel, at 9 am; however, due to COVID-19 restrictions only 10 immediate family members can attend. Burial services are at 11:30 am at Evergreen Cemetery (on the Miracle Mile side -by the main offices)

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Mario’s family is comforted and strengthened by faith in God and knowing that he is with the Lord.

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Antonette Marie Graham - June 11, 1937 - January 17, 2021

Departed: 01/17/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Antonette “Toni” Marie Pisciottano Graham, age 83, was called home to Heaven on January 17, 2021, because the world needs a beautiful Angel. She was born in Clairton, Pennsylvania on June 11, 1937 to Nicola and Rose Pisciottano. She married the love of her life, Walter “Sonny” Graham on July 31, 1954.

Toni was a first generation Italian-American and was very proud of her heritage. She loved cooking the foods her Mother taught her to cook and sharing them with her family.

She loved to sew and she made beautiful quilts. She loved traveling in their motor home and traveled the United States twice. She lived in many places during her life and made every house a home. She lived in Tucson for the past 20 years. She also loved all of her dogs, living and passed on, and prayed for them every night.

She lived by the saying, “Always do what’s right and what’s good. Be kind and help others when you can.” She passed that on to her family.

Toni is survived by her husband Walter; her children, Sheryl Knapp, Patty Powell, Cindi Zischka, Robbin and Joanne Graham; her grandchildren, Trevor and Cameron Knapp, Sunny Bange, Ivy Nuernberger, Erik, Robbie and Christine Graham; 3 great grandchildren; her sister Tina Christensen; and her brother Nick and Rose Pisciottano.

Her final resting place will be at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Marana, Arizona.

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Glenda Lois Garner - February 27, 1945 - January 13, 2021

Departed: 01/13/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Glenda Lois Willis Garner

Glenda Lois Willis Garner was born on Feb. 27, 1945 in Clarksville, Ark. Jack won’t hold that against her. She was the fifth born out of seven children. One of the five boys passed at 18 months and the other at age three.

Glenda lived with her family in Texas then they moved to the farm in Missouri at the age of twelve. While her dad was building their brick house, the small shack that they lived in on the property was small and old. At night she could see the stars between the cracks in the roof. Life on a farm is tough, but it taught her the meaning of hard work and it gave her determination.

Growing up, whenever the family was traveling anywhere in the car they always sang. Foy, their father, taught singing schools and so all the kids learned music which was most important in their worship services. Going to Church was a big part of her life. Glenda was eight when she obeyed the gospel and was baptized. She was a faithful member of the Church of Christ her entire life.

After graduating high school in Missouri, Glenda went to live with her older brother Jerry in San Antonio, Texas. Her older sister Pat, husband Wendell and their two children, Michel & Rhoda, also lived there. There she started working for HEB, a grocery chain, where she met a tall, good looking guy named Jack. Jack said when he saw her, “that is the girl I’m going to marry”.

For their first date Jack asked her to go to a movie, “I don’t go to movies”. Thinking fast he said, “How about going dancing, “I don’t dance”, thinking faster he said his boss gave him tickets to a football game, she said “OK”. At the game she got a bit sunburned and afterword a bite to eat. Glenda got a migraine so Jack took her home. We don’t know if it was sun or Jack that gave her the migraine but she suffered with them for the next thirty years.

Jack & Glenda dated for about 6 months before he enlisted in the USAF for four years. He was stationed in Biloxi, Miss. for six months. It was during this time that he proposed and she said “YES”. Before his next station in Wichita Falls, Tx. he went home to San Antonio and loaded his car and drove to Mo. where they were married 3 days later on May 24, 1964 in her parents’ home and were married for 56 years.

Glenda’s Bible is well worn, well handled, pages torn, underlined and the back pages are full of handwritten notes. Meaning, she read her Bible and studied it often. She was a Godly woman and a blessing to all. Glenda loved the Lord, her family, her brothers & sisters in Christ. There was not anyone that she didn’t like or speak to. She laughed a lot, loved sewing, arts and crafts and making jewelry. When the Gem & Mineral show came to town, she was a happy person.

Jack is the photographer of the family and taken many pictures over the years, chronicling their lives. This year, 2020, Thanksgiving was smaller than usual and no pictures. Christmas get together was cancelled as Glenda was in the hospital. When her health began to fail she wasn’t able to attend Church services. Jack would bring the Communion home to her. She missed being with the brothers and sister and all aspects of the service. She liked to sing.

Glenda was preceded in death by her parents Foy and Bernice Willis, two baby brothers, older brother Jerry Willis and older sister Patsy Willis Freeman.

Glenda is survived by her husband Jack; two sons, Troy Garner (wife Cristie), and Tony Garner (wife Sonia); six grandchildren, Corey Garner, Page Garner Hendricks (husband Isaac), Logan Bennett, Tehya Garner all of Tucson, AZ, Jasmine French (husband Tracy) of Seattle, WA., and Angeleen Garner of W. Palm Beach, FL.; 2 great grandchildren Arya Bennett of Tucson; 2 brothers: Ron Willis (wife Donna) and Hugh Willis (wife Gloria), both of Texas.

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Helen Florence Janis - May 06, 1925 - January 09, 2021

Departed: 01/09/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Helen Janis, 95, who was born in Machester, UK, but made her home in Tucson, AZ, for many years, passed away on January 9, 2021. Survived by her daughter, Suzanne, son-in-law Shawn, grandchildren she raised Kathy & Erin, as well as grandchildren Korby, Logan, Jamie and Kyla. Beloved great-grandma

to Heidi, Hailey, and Louna. Predeceased by her husband, Jim, daughter Kathy, and son Fred. She made us cry, she made us mad, she made us laugh, and above all she made us strong. Consider making a donation in her memory to the Flowing Wells Educational Foundation, the district where she

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Ricky Paul Taylor - January 18, 1960 - January 05, 2021

Departed: 01/05/2021 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: On January 5, 2021, after a valiant struggle with severe medical complications and COVID19, our beloved Ricky Paul Taylor, went home to be with the Lord.

Rick was born on January 18, 1960 in Dallas Texas, to Robert G. Taylor Sr and Evangelina Taylor. He attended Richardson Pearce High School and obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Sam Huston State University. He proudly served in the Army Reserves and Texas National Guard.

Rick moved to Tucson in 2000 where it met the love of his life Judy. Rick and Judy were married in 2005 where Judy’s uncle Lemuel B. Yazzie, a minister and a former Navajo Code Talker, officiated their wedding. After 33 years of service, Rick retired from Raytheon in 2015. After retirement, he kept busy with church activities including serving as an elder. Rick was always concerned for his community which led him to pick up fresh produce on a weekly basis from a local food pantry and redistribute it to the community.

Rick lived an extraordinary life filled with endless adventures. He traveled the world, loved to read, fish and was a classic movie buff. He was a certified scuba diver. He loved the Texas Rangers and Cowboys and was an active San Huston State University Alumni. His God Children, Shandiin and Nizhoni were his absolute pride and joy. He was a kind and compassionate man devoted to his family who undoubtedly left the world a better place. Rick gave his life to Lord in 2000 and was a great example of a true faith-filled man. So many of us have also been touched by Rick’s generosity whether it be in prayer or practical needs. Rick lived by one of his favorite bible verses, Hebrews 13:2, “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.”

Rick is survived by his loving wife, Judy; his sister, Mary Taylor; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rick was proceeded in death by his parents, Robert and Evangelina Taylor; and brother Robert Glenn Taylor Jr.

Rick will be interred at the Desert view Cemetery, Winslow, Arizona. Due to Covid-19 restrictions Visitation and Burial services will only be for the immediate family. These services will be live streamed and can be viewed on Judy’s Facebook page. "You have fought the good fight, you have won the race, you have kept the faith." -2 Timothy 4:7 I can only imagine What it will be like When I walk by your side I can only imagine What my eyes would see When your face is before me I can only imagine I can only imagine, yeah Surrounded by your glory What will my heart feel Will I dance for you Jesus Or in awe of You be still Will I stand in your presence To my knees will I fall Will I sing hallelujah Will I be able to speak at all I can only imagine I can only imagine I can only imagine When that day comes And I find myself Standing in the sun I can only imagine When all I will do Is forever, forever worship you I can only imagine I can only imagine Surrounded by your glory What will my heart feel Will I dance for you Jesus Or in awe of You be still Will I stand in your presence Or to my knees will I fall Will I sing hallelujah Will I be able to speak at all I can only imagine, yeah I can only imagine Surrounded by your glory What will my heart feel Will I dance for you Jesus Or in awe of You be still Will I stand in your presence Or to my knees will I fall Will I sing hallelujah Will I be able to speak at all I can only imagine yeah I can only imagine yeah yeah I can only imagine yeah yeah I can only imagine I can only imagine yeah yeah I can only imagine I can only imagine When all I will do Is forever, forever worship you I can only imagine Songwriter: Bart Millard

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Marjorie Artis Abdallah - March 11, 1932 - December 30, 2020

Departed: 12/30/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Marjorie (Artis) Abdallah, age 88, passed away peacefully at her home in Tucson, AZ surrounded by her family on December 30th, 2020. She was born in Connellsville, Pa on March 11th, 1932; a daughter of Ada B. Artis and Robert Cox. Marge was a graduate of Connellsville Area High School, class of 1950. She lived in Maryland and Virginia during her young adulthood but returned to Connellsville, Pa to raise her family and work as the plant manager’s secretary for Anchor Glass Container Corporation. In addition to her full time job and caring for her family, she was a successful sales person for Home Interiors products. Upon her retirement, she moved with her family to Tucson, Az. Marge enjoyed being a doting grandmother, traveling, bowling and volunteering at a local hospital. She had a true passion for her volunteer position and will be fondly remember for her kindness and support to the new parents and their families and the hospital staff at the Northwest Women’s Center. She volunteered there for 18 years and was a team-leader and buyer for the women’s

center gift shop. Marge was also a member of the Red Hats Society.

Marge is survived by her husband of 58 years, Fredrick Abdallah; their children Rik Abdallah and Sherri (Abdallah) Hernandez and her husband Art Hernandez; her beautiful granddaughters Jessica and Caitlin Hernandez; her sister Barbara (Cox) Trout; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her beloved mother Ada B Artis; her father Robert Cox; and her older brother Thomas Lee (Artis) Nelson.

Due to the pandemic no services will be held at this time. The family has hopes of having a memorial service in the fall 2021.

I can no longer see with my eyes or touch you with my hands but I feel your eternal love in my heart until we meet again. You are always loved, never forgotten and forever missed.

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Georgetta June Gordon - October 13, 1949 - December 29, 2020

Departed: 12/29/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Georgetta June Grammer Gordon (1949-2020)

On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, Georgetta Gordon, loving wife and mother passed away after a long span of illnesses from the last several years. Georgetta was born on October 13, 1949 in Fallbrook, CA to Perry Ivan Grammer and Rosella June Grammer. She was the oldest of three. She had one brother, Gary Ivan Grammer, and one sister, Renee June Grammer.

Georgetta grew up in her early years in Beaverton, Oregon and her later years in Chowchilla, CA where she spent fun-filled days with her cousins, Donna Ricker, and Don Grammer. She moved with her family to Oracle, AZ in 1965. She later moved to Tucson in 1967 where she met David Philip Gordon, her husband of 52 years. They met while working at the first Lucky Wishbone in Tucson on Old Nogales Highway. David was a cook and Georgetta worked the front counter. Both knew it was love at first sight. David joined the Navy in 1968 and they were later married in Las Vegas, NV on December 21, 1968. David left a few days after their wedding to report to his ship, the Hancock, for his first of many 9-month cruises in the Navy. While David was on his last 9-month cruise, they welcomed their first daughter, Kristine Gordon in March 1971. They later welcomed their second daughter, Jennifer Gordon, in June 1973. Later in life David and Georgetta were overjoyed with having their first grandchild, Philip Scott Gordon, on April 9, 2014.

Georgetta was a devoted wife, mother, and grandma to her husband, two children, and her grandson for almost 50 years. She was David’s loving wife and partner for 52 years of marriage. They were a fun, close family that continuously had family and friends that surrounded them. Georgetta loved to take care of her family as well as bowl, ceramics, cook, and in later years you could find her planning the next Bunco party with her friends. She had a such a contagious laugh that would make any one smile. She was very out-going and out-spoken, and tried to be involved in her kids’ school activities whenever possible. She was always leading the next party or meeting.

Georgetta was preceded in death by her father, Perry Ivan Grammer; her mother, Rosella June Grammer; her brother, Gary Ivan Grammer; and her sister, Renee June Grammer. She is survived by her husband, David Philip Gordon; her daughters, Kristine Gordon and Jennifer Gordon; and her grandson, Philip Scott Gordon.

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Joshua Richard Miller - March 31, 2000 - December 26, 2020

Departed: 12/26/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Joshua Richard Miller.

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Sharon K Karn - February 17, 1936 - December 22, 2020

Departed: 12/22/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: In loving memory of our mother Sharon K. Karn.

Born February 17th, 1936 in Connersville, IN. Passed away on December 22nd, 2020 in Tucson, Az.

Sharon is survived by her four adoring children: Timothy E Brown, Pamela L. Crawford (Earl) , Andrea Jill Martin (Tom) and Kimberly J Lo Greco (Rob); her devoted grandchildren: John Martin, Emily Wall (Joseph), Ashton Martin, Savanna Martin, Dante Lo Greco and Thomas Lo Greco (Shoshanah); her great grandchild Abigail Lo Greco; her beloved sister Rose York and sister in law Donna Koohns, as well as many extended family members.

She is preceded in death by her eldest son Thomas Frank Brown, her brothers Bill Koohns and Clete Koohns and her sister Joretta Walker (Raymond). Sharon will always be remembered for her sharp wit and easy laughter! She played minor league softball and was a competitive bowler in her youth! She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Catalina where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday school and participated in sharing her faith through visitation. She loved music, puzzles, playing bingo with her son, getting her hair done weekly by longtime family friend Liz Rivera, going for drives, rock hunting, spending time with family and looking at the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains. She worked at the now historic Lariat Lounge in Catalina for many years and maintains a friendship with the previous owners: Kim and Bonnie Sather. Her last years of work were as the playground monitor and crossguard for Coronado Elementary school. She was often recognized around town by one of her "kids" who would shout "Miss Sharon!" and run to hug her! Her final days were peaceful at home with her children. Her last night with us, she asked to read the scripture that says: "Let not your heart be troubled...[for] I go to prepare a place for you....that where I am, there you may be also". It is in John 14. At the time, we thought she wanted to read it to ease her mind but, now we feel like she meant it for us. So we would know that she is in heaven, and that we should not be troubled because we will see her again! Thank you for that last gift momma! We love you and miss you!

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Donald Thomas Ulliman - September 16, 1948 - December 20, 2020

Departed: 12/20/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Donald Thomas Ulliman 9/16/1948 - 12/20/2020

Born in Springfield, Ohio but moved to Tucson with his family at a young age. As a child, he attended St Peter and Paul Catholic School, Salpointe High, and Tucson High, where he graduated in 1966. As a lifelong music lover, he was a member of various garage bands with high school friends; including Missing Links, Downstreet Riot, Arousers, and The End. He served in the U.S. Air Force (1967-1971) and was a Vietnam War Veteran.

After his service and while working to support his family, he continued his education at Pima Community College and received associate’s degrees in mechanics. He was a dedicated father who volunteered much of his time to the extra-curricular activities of both of his children, never missing a high-school band performance, baseball practice or game, or scouting event. For several years, Don and Melanie volunteered for the Catholic Engaged Encounter hosting weekend retreats for engaged couples. He retired from Hughes Aircraft/Raytheon in 2005 after 31 years of employment. Since retirement, he and Melanie expanded their travel from short family camping trips to spending full summers in cooler climates across the country, working as camp hosts in many campgrounds and State Parks, while maintaining residence in Tucson during the winters. During his time in Tucson after retirement, he enjoyed lending his musical talents to Corpus Christi Church services, the Roustabouts, and many impromptu jams.

Preceded by parents Jerome and Margret Ulliman, and sister Sue Boucher. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Melanie; daughter Dawn (Phillip) O’Brien; son Jeremy (Ellie); sister, Martha Gaul and brother-in-law Butch Boucher; seven grandchildren, Anne, George, Mackenzie, Matthew, Daniel, Pancho and Juniper; a great-grandson Adrian; and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.

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Ronald G. Coleman - October 08, 1932 - December 09, 2020

Departed: 12/09/2020 (TUCSON)

Obituary Preview: Ronald G. Coleman, age 88, passed away December 9, 2020. He was born in Paradise Valley, Nevada on October 8, 1932, a son of Edward David Coleman and Myrna (Fritchen) Coleman.

A complete obituary will be posted shortly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice of someone's death, often published in a newspaper or online. It usually includes a brief account of their life, family members, significant achievements, and information on the funeral service or memorial.

What is the purpose of an obituary?

The purpose of an obituary is to inform the community of a person's passing, to honor their life, and to announce the particulars of funeral arrangements. Additionally, it serves as a historical record for future generations.

Who typically writes an obituary?

Obituaries are often written by family members, close friends, or funeral home staff. Occasionally, individuals may pre-write their own obituaries to reflect their wishes.

What information is usually included in an obituary?

An obituary typically includes the full name of the deceased, dates of birth and death, names of surviving family members, a brief biography, details of the funeral or memorial service, and sometimes a photo.

How long do obituaries usually remain public?

Obituaries published in newspapers are usually archived and can remain public indefinitely. Online obituaries may also be archived, but the duration they remain public can vary based on the website's policies.

Can an obituary be written for someone who dies without immediate family?

Yes, an obituary can be written by friends, extended family members, or community members for someone who passes away without immediate family.

Are obituaries verified for accuracy?

Most newspapers and reputable online sites will verify the death with a funeral home or the family before publishing an obituary to ensure accuracy.

Is there a standard format for obituaries?

While there is no one-size-fits-all format for obituaries, many follow a traditional structure: starting with the announcement of death, followed by a short biography, a list of surviving and preceding family members, and funeral service details.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a formal announcement of death typically published in print or online, while a eulogy is a speech given in honor of the deceased during the funeral or memorial service.

How can I submit an obituary to a local newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a local newspaper, contact the paper's obituary department for submission guidelines and fees, if applicable. You'll need to provide the written obituary, death verification, and possibly a photograph.

Can obituaries be published in multiple newspapers?

Yes, obituaries can be published in multiple newspapers, especially if the deceased had connections to different communities. Each newspaper may have its own submission process and fee structure.

Are obituaries legally required?

Obituaries are not legally required; they are a customary way to publicly commemorate someone's life and notify the community of their passing.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary can vary widely depending on the publication, the obituary's length, and whether a photo is included. Many newspapers charge by the line or word, while some online options may be free.

What if I cannot afford to publish an obituary?

If cost is a concern, consider publishing a shorter obituary, looking for free online platforms, or reaching out to community organizations that may offer assistance or obituaries at a reduced cost.

What should I do if there is an error in an obituary?

If there is an error in an obituary, contact the publication as soon as possible to request a correction. It is important to provide accurate information to honor the deceased and prevent confusion.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, it's common to include details about preferred charities for memorial donations, especially if the deceased was passionate about certain causes or organizations.

How can I ensure an obituary reflects the person's life accurately?

To accurately reflect the deceased's life, gather information from various sources such as family, friends, personal records, and memorable anecdotes, ensuring you capture the essence of their life and legacy.

Is it appropriate to include religious text or verses in an obituary?

Including religious text or verses in an obituary is appropriate if it reflects the beliefs of the deceased or their family. It’s important to be sensitive to the sentiments of all readers and keep the inclusion respectful and fitting.

Can an obituary be updated or edited after it has been published?

While an obituary can sometimes be updated or edited after initial publication, particularly online, it's best to confirm details before posting as print editions may not offer this flexibility.

Should obituaries mention the cause of death?

Mentioning the cause of death is a personal choice. While some families opt for transparency, others may prefer to keep it private. It’s important to respect the wishes of the deceased and their immediate family in this matter.

Can a family opt out of publishing an obituary?

Yes, a family has the right to decide not to publish an obituary for any reason. In some cases, families may choose a private remembrance or opt for other forms of notification such as social media or word of mouth.

What can I do if I miss the deadline to submit an obituary?

If you miss a submission deadline, contact the publication to see if there are any options for late submissions or if you can post the obituary in a future edition. Alternatively, online options can be more flexible with timing.