Obituaries

Mar 30, 2008

Mar 30, 2008

Mar 29, 2008

Mar 29, 2008

Mary Almeyda, 86, of Sun City West, passed away March 29, 2008. Beloved wife of Joseph Almeyda, 63 years; Loving Mother to Ann Heckel, the late Sharon Boyce, and Donna Hamilton; Cherished Grandmother to 9 Grandsons, 2 Granddaughters and 10 Great-Grandchildren; two surviving sisters. A service will be held Friday at 9:30am at Our Lady of Lourdes, 19002 N. 128th...

Mar 29, 2008

EARL G. LANDIS, 77 OF Anthem, AZ died Saturday March 29, 2008 after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born in South Dakota, to Langdon and Esther Landis on June 1, 1930 and in Sept of 1953 he married Belva Bev Usher. Earl served and received his commission in the U.S. Army's 200th Engineer Combat Co during the Korean...

Mar 28, 2008

Mar 27, 2008

Mr. Norman Harrington Lawton, Jr , 84 of Sun City passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2008 surrounded by his family. Norman was born in Audubon, New Jersey, is a Valley Forge graduate, and a WWII Veteran with the United States Marines. Norman is survived by his wife of 63 years , Gloria Olga Lawton , Sister Elizabeth , four...

Mar 24, 2008

Glenard Beyeler, 78, of Sun City, AZ passed away on March 19, 2008. Born November 15, 1929 in Orrville, Ohio. Survived by his wife Rita of 50 years, their three sons and families, and 11 siblings. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 25th at 11:30 am and Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd.,...

Mar 24, 2008

Mar 24, 2008

Emil C. Fischer, 100, of Peoria, Arizona, died Monday, March 24, 2008, at Bosworth Memorial Hospital in Sun City, Arizona. Mr. Fischer was born on December 29, 1907, in Elizabeth, N.J. He received his Architectural Degree 1933 and a Masters in Architecture 1934 from Columbia University in New York City. He worked at many jobs during the Depression, including designing...

Mar 24, 2008

Levi passed away peacefully early Monday morning, March 24, 2008. He is predeceased by his brothers, Donald Lacy, Frank Lacy, Russell Lacy, and Alfred Lacy, his one sister, Jane Haun, and his only child, Marilyn Kay Rapanut. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janette G. Lacy, son-in-law, Agustine "Augie" Rapanut, and grandsons, Kory and Bradley Rapanut. Levi...

Mar 23, 2008

Phillip Michael Nelson, 77, of Peoria, AZ passed away March 23, 2008. Born Feb. 12, 1931 in Chicago, IL. He retired with honors from the U.S.A.F. serving his country in the Korean War. He also was a lineman retired from Qwest Telephone Co. A loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, Phillip is survived by his wife Patricia of 59 years....

Mar 22, 2008

W. Jay McSpadden passed away at home on March 22, 2008. He was a much loved man who lived life to its fullest. He leaves behind his loving mother, Suzanne Groves, step-father, John Groves, sister, Terri McSpadden, step-brothers Josh and Jake Groves, son Tyler and adopted daughter Brittany. He also leaves behind his two much adored nephews, Brian and Travis...

Mar 21, 2008

Millard "Mac" Andrew McWilliams passed away on March 21, 2008. Survived by his wife Mattie McWilliams, and kids: Son Daniel McWilliams & Sabrina, and daughter Kimberly McWilliams & Michael. Grandchildren: Kalin, Kira & William. Brother Raymond McWilliams sister Karen Gabrielson & Jeff: nieces & nephews Julie, David & Dale. Graveside Services on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the National Memorial...

Mar 21, 2008

Esther Elizabeth Slack, November 4, 1923 -March 21, 2008. Esther Elizabeth Slack was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 4, 1923, to William and Maude Fosburg. She went home to be with her Lord on Friday, March 21, 2008. She was a devoted wife, mom, grandma and great grandma. Esther grew up in Peoria, Arizona in a landmark house built...

Mar 20, 2008

Mar 19, 2008

Ann Wilkinson, dearly loved mother, passed into the spirit on March 19, 2008. Born in Sullivan County, Indiana, on September 5th, 1905, Ann spent her childhood on the family farm. The oldest of five siblings, she soon learned the importance of hard work. Upon graduating from high school, Ann determined to set her own path and enrolled in business college,...

Mar 19, 2008

Sheldon H. Hunsinger, 72, of Payson, died March 19, 2008. Mr. Hunsinger was a long time resident of Arizona. He retired from AT&T in 1986 and was an active member of the AZ Phone Pholks travel club. Mr. Hunsinger is survived by his wife of 53 years, Billie Jo, two sons, Sheldon Jr. and Keith, one daughter Amber. He is...

Mar 18, 2008

William 'Bill' Schnakenberg, 67, was suddenly taken from us on March 18, 2008 at his home in Overgaard, Arizona. Bill was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 24, 1940. After graduating from ASU he was a successful entrepreneur and builder. He had a passion for trains, lighthouses, computers and especially his grandchildren. He was a devoted husband, loving father, wonderful...

Mar 17, 2008

Marian Williams Fox 92, of Sun City, AZ, passed away March 17, 2008. Marian was born in Arnold, PA, to George G. and Kathryn Zinkand Williams. She obtained a Bachelor Degree in Library Science at the University of PA. She worked for the Pittsburgh School District as a Librarian. Marion was a Sargent in the Marine Corps during the 1940's...