Obituaries
John Walter Buza
Oct 10, 2025
John Walter Buza, 74, of Sun City West, Arizona, passed away at his home on October 10, 2025.
Born in Portland, Oregon, on January 24, 1951, to the late Lillie (Sellars) and Walter Buza, John moved with his family to Alaska in 1959, the year of its statehood. He grew up in Wasilla and went on to earn a Bachelor of...
Joe Lacy Crain
Oct 9, 2025
Joe Crain 87 Passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025 at Ohana Adult Care in Peoria Arizona. Born on January 1, 1938 in Muskogee, Oklahoma he had a great love for his family, friends and his country.
He lived in Tulsa Oklahoma surrounded by many family and friends. Joe was an active member of his community, he studied college at the...
Daniel John Rath
Oct 9, 2025
Daniel John Rath, age 83, of Peoria, Arizona, and formerly a longtime resident of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, passed away on October 9, 2025, in Peoria. Born on February 17, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Daniel was known for his dedication to his work and the many passions he pursued throughout his life.
Daniel spent much of his professional career in electronics repair, making...
Sharon Faye Sapp
Oct 7, 2025
Sharon Faye Sapp (Balmes)
Sharon Faye Sapp, 88, of Sun City, Arizona passed away on October 7. 2025.
Sharon was the fifth of six children born to Roy and Arleen Balmes on December 9, 1936, in Phoenix, Arizona. Sharon grew up on the family ranch in Buckeye, Arizona and graduated from Buckeye Union High School in 1954.
Sharon worked at various jobs in...
Frederick "Santa Fred" Selinsky
Oct 6, 2025
Frederick Selinsky (Santa Fred) died Oct 6, 2025. He was born in Syracuse, N Y. On Oct 24,1949. He served our country in the U S Navy for 21 years and retired as a Chief Petty Officer. He is survived by his wife Chery Selinsky.He is also survived by three brothers and two sons, one decreased and a stepson and...
Bernard Lee Messer Sr.
Oct 5, 2025
Bernard Lee Messer Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, in Sun City, Arizona, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 1, 1934, in Kirk, West Virginia, Bernard embodied a life of love, devotion, and service throughout his 91 years and a steadfast faith in Jesus Christ. Bernard's...
Stanley "Stan" Soroko
Oct 2, 2025
We come together to celebrate the remarkable life of Stanley Soroko, who graced this world with his presence from September 9, 1942, until his journey into eternal peace on October 2, 2025. Born in New Jersey and later finding a home in Arizona, Stan was a cherished partner, a dedicated businessman, and an unforgettable friend to many.
As the proud owner...
Lee Allen Madison
Sep 26, 2025
Lee Allen Madison, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in Peoria, Arizona, at the age of 85. Born on May 11, 1940, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Lee lived life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to his family and faith.
Lee's journey began with a deep commitment to service, as he...
Theresa Marie Janousek
Sep 26, 2025
Obituary for Theresa (Terry) Janousek
Theresa Marie (Ortega) Janousek (Terry, “Little T”), 65, was born on October 11, 1959, in Tucson, Arizona, to George and Teresa Ortega. The fifth of seven children, Terry grew up in a large and loving family. She cherished her childhood in Tucson, attending St. John’s Catholic School and graduating from Sunnyside High School, where she played...
Michael Arthur Wittmann
Sep 14, 2025
Michael Arthur Wittmann, 75, died peacefully at his home in Peoria, AZ, on September 14, 2025.
Mike was born June 12, 1950, in West Bend, Wisconsin, to Ludwig and Amelia Wittmann. He graduated from West Bend High School in 1968 and obtained a business degree from UW-Whitewater. He moved to the Chicago, IL area, where he began working for Amity Leather...
Janet Lee Wittmann
Sep 11, 2025
Janet L. Wittmann Obituary
Janet L. Wittmann (nee Schiefelbein), age 74, of Peoria, Arizona, peacefully passed away in the early morning of September 11, 2025.
Janet was born on June 13, 1951, in Lombard, Illinois, to Ralph and Shirley Schiefelbein. She married Michael A. Wittmann on September 30, 1978. For 30 years, Janet worked as an executive assistant at Nalco Chemical Company....
Gregory Joseph Jakubowski
Sep 6, 2025
It is with a mix of fondness and celebration that we remember Gregory Joseph Jakubowski, who graced the world with his presence from August 15, 1977, until September 6, 2025. Born in the sunny metropolis of Phoenix, Arizona, Greg was a vibrant soul known for his warm personality and infectious sense of humor. He touched the lives of many, leaving...
Betty Frances Hassler
Sep 6, 2025
Betty Frances (Breiten) Hassler
Betty Frances Hassler, 82, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away on September 5, 2025.
Born on October 5, 1942, in Tacoma, Washington, Betty was the daughter of Thomas Breiten and
Jean (Neilson) Breiten. She was a proud graduate of Stadium High School's class of 1960 and
maintained lifelong friendships with her classmates, enjoying many reunions over the years.
Betty continued her...
Kenneth Albert Wagner
Sep 6, 2025
Kenneth Wagner, born on July 26, 1936, in Cudahy, Wisconsin, to Earl and Mary Wagner, married Charlene Wehrman on November 23, 1957. Their union lasted until Charlene’s passing in 2022. They welcomed their first son, Mark, in 1959, followed by Kurt in 1960. Throughout their lives, Ken and Charlene resided in various states, including Wisconsin, Arkansas, Colorado, and Arizona, before...
Noe Hernandez Arias
Sep 4, 2025
Con profundo pesar, pero también con gran gratitud por su legado de amor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Noé Hernández Arias, quien nació el 15 de octubre de 1949 y descansó en paz el 4 de septiembre de 2025.
Noé fue un esposo, padre, abuelo, hermano, y amigo lleno de amor, generosidad y alegría. Su vida estuvo marcada por la dedicación a...
Rina Rae Andrea
Sep 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rina Rae Vinzani Andrea, a cherished educator and beloved member of her community, who departed this world on September 4, 2025, in Sun City, Arizona, at the age of 84. Born on September 16, 1940, in Gary, Indiana, Rina led a remarkable life marked by love, laughter, and an...
Evelyn Kathleen Turner
Sep 1, 2025
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William E Morgan
Aug 27, 2025
William E. Morgan
December 20, 1963 - August 27, 2025
William (Billy) E. Morgan was born to his birth mother, Mary Lepage, in Phoenix, Arizona. He is survived by his father, Luther Morgan and mother, Nancy Morgan.
Billy had three brothers and one sister: Danny Morgan, Nick (little nicky) Morgan, Shawn Willbanks and Britt Brunke. Billy was blessed with a son, Timothy Oster...
Samuel Stewart Lee
Aug 26, 2025
Samuel Stewart Lee passed away on August 26, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
He leaves behind his parents Ivy and Robert Downard, siblings Allen Downard, Susan Soloman Tammy Jarrett, and son Brice Lee. He was born in Northwest Hospital in Glendale, Arizona on December 19, 1964. He graduated from Glendale High School. He lived briefly in Utah meeting his first wife and...
Daniel Francis Amodeo
Aug 23, 2025
“‘Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name, your kingdom come,your will be done,on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts,as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from the evil .
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