Obituaries
Melba Philipp
Jul 12, 2013
70, passed away June 28, 2013. Born in Blanchard, Oklahoma, she moved to Arizona 26 years ago. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center Chapel. Interment will be in Norman, Oklahoma.
Margaret Zullo
Jul 5, 2013
93, of Peoria, Arizona passed away June 27, 2013. Margaret was born in Fairfield, Connecticut and moved to Sun City in 1976. Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. with funeral service beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center Chapel.
Vern Gren
Jul 3, 2013
Vern Gren, 82, of Sun City passed away July 2, 2013. Vern was born in Minneapolis, MN and was a U.S. Army veteran. A retired floral designer, he moved to Arizona 1994 and enjoyed attending and supporting “Theater Works” in Peoria, AZ with his long time friend Father Maynard C. Kegler. Vern and Maynard were world travelers, having traveled from...
Helen Cook
Jun 28, 2013
Helen J Cook, born June 11, 1924 the daughter of Lonnie and Josephine Jones in Prescott, Arizona. Lived most of her life in Peoria, Arizona, graduated from Glendale high school, and wife of Lyle L. Cook, also from Peoria. Helen and Lyle were involved in many of life's endeavors, including farming and raising 2 girls, as well as, her passion...
Michael (Mike) Hogan
Jun 26, 2013
64, passed away on June 21, 2013. Michael was a devoted and loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a very articulate, intelligent man of deep convictions, a golfer, a horseman, an avid University of Kentucky fan, an educator, a craftsman, and a designer. Good days to Mike were those spent with family and friends. Best days...
Marcella Bushfield
Jun 26, 2013
Marcella, or Sally, as her friends and family called her, died Sunday, June 23 in Sun City, AZ at 91. She was born March 15, 1922 to John and Louisa Schaefers of the Polo area. She attended St. Liborius Catholic Grade School and Fairview High School. She started working in the Hand County Court House in Miller and went on...
Helen See
Jun 24, 2013
Helen Patricia See (née Garlitz), 80, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2013 surrounded by loved ones. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Paul, with whom she spent 65 years; her daughters, Patty and Beverly; her sister, June; her grandchildren, Kelly, Reuben, Sarah, Jacob, and Leah; her daughter-in-law, Janice; and numerous extended family members...
Franklin Sass
Jun 20, 2013
80, of Sun City, Arizona passed away June 18, 2013. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, Mr. Sass served in the US Army. A retired police officer, he moved to Sun City in 1992. He was a member of the Korean War Veterans and the American Legion Post #66. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 10:30 am, Thursday,...
Rev. B. Rice II
Jun 20, 2013
Age 89, died June 16th 2013. Born January 5th, 1924, son of Ethel Mae Kaake Rice and Dr. Allen Buckner Rice, grandson of noted preacher M.S. Rice in Ann Arbor Michigan. Fifth generation Methodist preacher. Served Methodist Churches in Indiana, Alpena and Belleville, Michigan for 23 years. Chief Executive, CEO and Chief lobbyist of the Michigan Interfaith Council on Alcohol...
Robert "Bob" Fuller
Jun 17, 2013
91, of Sun City, Arizona passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on June 4, 2013. Bob was a beloved husband, married to his wife, Marge, for 63 years. He was a wonderful father to his daughter, Karen. He was born and raised in Erie County, Pennsylvania where he lived until joining the U.S. Army. He served his...
Norma "Norm" Harrigfeld
Jun 14, 2013
Norm was preceded in death by her parents, Will and Anne Harrigfeld and a sister Janet. She is survived by her three sisters: Joan (Charles) Earnshaw- Peoria AZ; Maxine (Louis) Tichacek — Montgomery, TX; and Wilma (Robert) Flaherty — Las Vegas, NV The winter of Norm's birth was severe, and travel to a medical facility was impossible. Born at home,...
Mervin Schrock
Jun 11, 2013
89, of Sun City, AZ, went home to be with the Lord on June 10th, 2013. He was born July 11th, 1923, in Warren, OH. Preceding him in death were his loving wife of 61 years, Fannie, his son Lavern (Vern), and great-granddaughter Lydia. Mervin is survived by his 2 daughters: Marilyn (Lavern) Wagler of Hartville, OH, and Rita (Rex)...
A.L. Blanton Jr.
Jun 10, 2013
August 21, 1921 – May 26, 2013 Lee passed away peacefully in his sleep after nearly 92 trips around the sun. As a resident of The Inn at Freedom Plaza in Peoria, AZ, he is survived by his wife of 71 years, Elizabeth M. Blanton, and their five children; Richard, Michael, Kathleen, Robert, and Mary along with their families. Born...
Roger Johnson
May 31, 2013
Born on August 19, 1938 to Carl and Adella Johnson in Jackson, Minnesota. He attended school in Petersburg Country School and graduated from Jackson High School in 1956. He was very active in all sports and continued until 1997 when he traded in his bat and glove for a television remote and his computer. Fishing was also his passion. In...
Charles Graham
May 31, 2013
94, of Sun City, Arizona passed away May 29, 2013. Mr. Graham was born in Bonesteel, South Dakota. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. with funeral services at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center Chapel. He will be laid to rest in the Rosebud Cemetery in Bonesteel, South Dakota.
Lottie Tyers (Ruszczyk)
May 30, 2013
Born February 17, 1938 and passed away May 22, 2013. Lottie is survived by her husband Raymond L. Tyers; sons Raymond W. Tyers, Steven D. Tyers, James L. Tyers and 4 grandchildren. Private family services to be held.
Herbert Spitler Sr.
May 29, 2013
87, of Glendale, AZ passed away May 28, 2013. Born in Richfield, CA, he resided in Glendale, AZ for 82 years and was a WWII veteran of the US Navy. An electrician, he was the co-owner of Spitler Electric and a member of the I.B.E.W. He truly loved Arizona and spent many happy times at the cabin that he built...
Michael Reese
May 28, 2013
68, of Surprise, Arizona passed away May 24, 2013. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota,he moved to Arizona in 1999 from California. Survivors include his wife Barbara; sons James and Zachary; 4 brothers and 6 sisters and 1 grandchild. A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 19002 N....
Frank Loverme
May 24, 2013
Son of Joseph and Rose (Coffaro) Loverme, born on September 12, 1927 in Jamestown, NY, went to be with our Lord on May 23, 2013, surrounded by his family and the loving thoughts and prayers of those who couldn’t be at his beside. Frank was employed by MRC/TRW for 38 years before retirement and was a member of several clubs...
Jane Freeman
May 23, 2013
Born: 4-8-20, Erie, PA Died: 5-17-13, Sun City, AZ Long time resident and community leader, Jane J. Freeman, passed away May 17, 2013. Jane will be remembered for her friendly smile and her many contributions to the Sun City community. Among her many accomplishments Jane served as President of Sun City Meals on Wheels, was a member of the Board...
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