Obituaries

Harold Rigg of Buckeye, Arizona passed away September 3, 2024 at the age of 83. He was born February 21, 1941 in McMinnville, Oregon to Harold and Beatrice (Jackson) Rigg.
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After 92 years and 179 days on this planet, "Jodie" Fleming passed peacefully in her sleep Wednesday morning, September 4, 2024. What a blessing to wake up in heaven.


Nancy Joan (pronounced "JoAn") Roberds was born at home in west Phoenix to Mary Etoile and Riley Roberds on March 9, 1932. She was the oldest of 3...

Laurie Jean Cameron was born September 14, 1952 in Salem, Oregon to Robert and Jean Cameron. She passed peacefully at her home in Goodyear, Arizona on August 17, 2024. She is survived by her older brother Scott Cameron of Anchorage, Alaska, and sisters Calla Ferre of Soquel, California, and Kirsten Hansen of Scotts...

Mrs. Christine H. Rangsit-Cameron of Goodyear, Arizona passed away August 8th, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born August 14th, 1934, in Mostaganem, Algeria to Armand Clerc
and Andree Clerc.
She spent most of her youth in the village of Chaufour-Les-Bonnieres in the Normandy region of
France. After high school...

Max William Wilson passed away on July 30, 2024, after a long and valiant battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, Uncle, cousin, and friend. He was kind, gracious, compassionate, and wise. He had an infectious smile that lit up the room, and when he...

Gil Syverson of Avondale passed away on July 10th at the age of 85. He was born in Tucson, Arizona and moved to Avondale at an early age. His family owned and operated Avondale Dry Cleaners on Western Avenue from the 1960's through the early 1980's.

Gil attended the University of Maryland and also proudly served...

Velta Swindle, age 88, of Avondale, Arizona passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024.
A visitation for Velta will be held August 2 at 9:30am to 10:30am at Avondale Baptist Church. The funeral service will begin at 10:30am to 11:45 with burial following at West Resthaven Park Cemetery.
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Eugene Fehlhaber of Litchfield Park, Arizona was born March 4, 1940 . Gene, having been a native of Wisconsin, brought his family to Arizona in 1966. He worked in aerospace engineering for forty-five years and among his proudest accomplishments was the chance to participate in the design process of the International...

William John Hightower, 88, of Arlington, AZ passed away on June 18, 2024. Willie was born in Baltimore, MD on July 20, 1935, and lived his early life in Obetz, OH the youngest of three children to Antoinette and William Myron Hightower.

At 13 Willie moved to Tempe, AZ with is grandparents and while in Tempe would...

Robert "Bob" James Grey, 75, of Litchfield Park, Arizona, passed away on May 23, 2024.
Bob was born in Orange County, California, and after graduating, attended Las Cruces Junior College in New Mexico. He received a full-ride scholarship to play football at NAU earning a master's degree in education.

He was hired...

It is with profound sorrow and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Dylan Alexander Parcenka, who departed this world far too soon, on April 1, 2024, from an unexpected health issue. Dylan lived a life that was a testament to his faith, kindness, and unwavering spirit. He was born at Eglin AFB,...

Jean Fitch Lips of Litchfield Park, Arizona passed away May 8, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona at the age of 90. She was born on January 28, 1934 in West Chester, PA to the late John and Ellen Fitch.
Burial took place at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.
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Wendy Marie Sparkman, 53, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024.

She was born on February 28, 1971, to Harold G. and Linda C. (Walker) Lewis in Kansas City, Kansas.

She married Max Dee Sparkman on December 31, 1992. They were married for 31 years.

Wendy dedicated her life to being a mother...

Frances Miceli, 100, died peacefully on April 25, 2024, in Goodyear, Arizona.
Born in New York City, she was a long-time resident of Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. where she worked at the town library for 20 years. After retiring, she enjoyed golf and traveling, dividing her time between Monroe Township, NJ and Coral...

Aaron Harley Daugherty of Buckeye, Arizona passed away April 20, 2024 at the age of 24. He was born August 18, 1999 in Phoenix, Arizona to William Daugherty and Heather Newsted.
Services will begin at 5pm, Monday, May 5 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.
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Wallace Owen Simonson

Wallace Owen Simonson, 94, of Goodyear went home to be with Jesus on April 22, 2024. He was born on November 19, 1929 in Fillmore, ND.

He was the seventh of eight children. His parents, Albert and Helen Simonson, moved the family to the farming community of Faribault, MN when he was seven...

Dennis S Gelarden passed away unexpectedly on the morning of Monday, April 15, 2024 in Litchfield Park, AZ at the age of 65.

Dennis was born in San Francisco, CA to Woodrow (Woody) & Madonna (Donna) Gelarden on July 26, 1958. His father Woody served in the US Army for over 20 years which allowed Dennis, siblings,...

Dr. Brian Samuel Davis, a beloved professor, writer, friend, uncle, brother and son, passed away on March 17, 2024 at the age of 48.

Born on December 19, 1975 in Phoenix, Arizona, Brian leaves behind a legacy of teaching, creativity, and an insatiable love of entertainment. Brian is survived by his mother, Teresa...

Edward "Eddie" Springer of Goodyear, AZ died March 30, 2024. He was born Jan 17, 1943 in Latrobe, PA to Edward and Laura Springer. Eddie was a member of the Pebble Creek Senior Softball Association. If you'd like to make a donation in his honor, please email tbosepcssa@yahoo.com.
Interment will be held at 1pm, April...

Barbara Lamar Hudson, 93, of Chandler passed away on March 26, 2024. Barbara was born on January 17, 1931, to Louise and Clifford Lamar. She was a second-generation Arizonan. Her mother's family settled in the West Valley near Tolleson in 1903 while her father's family arrived in the same area in 1916. Barbara was...

Mr. Mike J. Zaras of Buckeye, Arizona passed away February 28, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born December 15, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to George and Golfo (Maniatakis) Zaras. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Joyce, daughter Tiffany and her husband David; nieces Laura, Lynn, Cindy, and Jennifer, and nephews...

Dawna Rose Sevey was born to Rozella Penrod Sevey and George Sevey in Chandler, AZ. Her early years were spent at the "Ranch" in a single room rock house, northeast of Gila Bend, and then in a converted chicken coop, without running water or electricity, in Phoenix, until she was seven. She went to school in Phoenix...

On March 12, 2024 the world mourned the loss of David J. Schofield (78), as he joined his late wife Sharon.
David, an alumni of Brophy College Preparatory (class of 1963), a US Army Vietnam veteran (1969); is survived by his five children; Jill Bould, Tim Schofield, Laura Cuellar, Sarah Joseph, and Scott...

homas "Jeff" Crouch
Thomas "Jeff" Crouch passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 29 th , 2024.

Jeff was born at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas on August 16, 1941. He was raised as an Air Force brat by his parents, Major General Thomas H. and Alfreda (King) Crouch, along with his younger brother Jim and sister...

In Loving Memory of Jose S. Contreras Sr., "Joe", "Tata and Tata-Tata"
A deeply rooted man of faith, left the bonds of earth on February 19, 2024 into the loving arms of our
Heavenly Father and our Blessed Mother Mary.
Born in Santo Tomas, NM September 8, 1942, to Felix and Pilar Contreras, Joe and his family moved...

Rosemary "Mimi/TPR" Antoinette Dolan, age 72, passed away Thursday February 15, 2024 at her home in Buckeye Arizona, surrounded by her family. Rosemary was born and raised in Milwaukee,Wisconsin to the late Albert and Sandy (Seidita) Spano. She resided there with her husband James Dolan until their retirement to...

Ruth's survivors include her husband George, her children George Jr and Evangeline, AKA Vangie (Juan); her grandchildren Adela, George III, twins Aaron and Benjamin, and her brother Joshua.

Ruth was predeceased by her parents, brother Edmundo Omar

and her sister Alia Omega.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM...

Daniel "Dan" E. Phelka of Goodyear, Arizona passed away February 2, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born April 10, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Edward W. and Elsie K. Phelka.
There will be a memorial service to be announced at a later date.
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Luenette Florence (Bieber) Olin, age 73 of Goodyear, AZ passed away peacefully on Saturday February 10, 2024. She was born on April 18, 1950 to John and Florence (Oestreich) Bieber in Bismarck, North Dakota.
A gathering and slideshow will be held at Thompson Funeral Chapel on February 27 from 9:00 AM to 1 PM....

Norman "Ski" Ignatz Levandowski, 83 of Litchfield Park, AZ passed away on February 12, 2024. He was born on February 28, 1940 in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Jean and two sons Scott and Jason (Debbie) and four grandchildren, Logan, Sadie, Sydnee, and Landon.

A funeral...

Michael "Mike" Richard Mudra of Goodyear, Arizona passed away the evening of January 24, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona where he was surrounded by family, friends, and amazing hospice caregivers.
Services were held in Goodyear, AZ and are being planned for Illinois at a later date.
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Mrs. Janice "Jan" Jensen of Cedar Falls, Iowa passed away January 18, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 76. She was born November 17, 1947 in Cedar Falls, Iowa to the late Kenneth and Dorothy White.
A celebration of life is being planned for a later date.
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Debi Lewis went home to be with Jesus on January 26th, 2024. Debi was born on July 23, 1952 to Glenn and Betty Walters in Pennsylvania.
A visitation will begin at 9AM and memorial service at 11am on February 7, 2024 at Thompson Funeral.
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Born July, 24 1929, Mary Margret Brandenburg Grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brilliant, Veracious Reader, Graduated college UNM. Mary 'Chick" fell in love with her Beloved Husband Dr. Ray F. Brandenburg, together they lived happily for 69 years. We Honor and Celebrate "Moms" Amazing Life, Full of Creativity,...

Mr. Stanley Williams, Jr. of Peoria, Arizona passed away December 23, 2023 at the age of 70. He was born April 14, 1953 in Asbury Park, New Jersey to Stanley Williams Sr. and Nancy (Hester) Williams.
Mr. Williams was a veteran of the United States Army.
Services are private.
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Stanley Leo Smith was born on September 14, 1932, in Rocky Ford, Colorado to Leo & Ruth Smith. Shortly after Stan was born the family relocated to the Phoenix area so Leo could farm with his cousin, Dean Stanley. A few years later, Leo went out on his own and bought the original Sky Harbor Airport located at 59th...

Simon P. Sanchez of Phoenix, Arizona passed away December 11, 2023 at the age of 60. He was born April 3, 1963 in Phoenix to Paul and Antonia Sanchez.
A visitation will be held at 9:30am on December 28, 2023 at Thompson Funeral in Goodyear, Arizona. The funeral service will begin at 10:30am with burial following at...

Philip Daniel Shea, 62, of Sherman Oaks, California, the beloved and legendary Property Master of "The Office" passed away on December 7, 2023.
Phil will be buried in Arizona close to his prior wife and family. We honor his life and the positive impact he had on all of those who were blessed to know him.
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Connor Nicholas Westacott, 29, of Avondale, AZ died 11/17/23.
He is the first of three children born to Shelly and Randy Westacott.
Connor is survived by Life Partner, James Alejos, daughter, Cora Anne Westacott, parents Shelly and Randy Westacott, Brother, Alec (Caitlin) & sister, Faith.
His family thanks ALL of...

Jimmie Donald Garner of Arlington, Arizona passed away after a long battle with dementia on December 3, 2023 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born January 15, 1933 in Dale, Oklahoma to the late Thomas and Gertrude. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 68 years Elizabeth Garner, younger sisters Dortha Wills and...

Curtis Dillard Cook of Goodyear, Arizona, passed from time into eternity on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the age of 85. Curtis is survived by his wife Judy, his daughter
Christine (Randy) Wilcox, sons Gregory (Carla), Bradley (Holly), and David (Lisa), and step-daughter Jessica (Steve) Bonner. He is also survived...

Richard "Rick" Hodakievic of Phoenix, Arizona passed away November 20, 2023 at the age of 69. He was born August 31, 1954 in East Cleveland, Ohio to Edward and Wilma (Mersnik) Hodakievic.
Rick was a veteran of the United States military.
Services are being planned for a later date in Cleveland, Ohio.
To leave the...

Kevin C. Parker of Goodyear, Arizona passed away November 25, 2023 at the age of 68. He was born September 22, 1955 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Charles and Patricia (Weaver) Parker.
Mr. Parker was a veteran of the United States Navy.
A memorial service will be held Friday, December 8, 2023 at Thompson Funeral.
To...

His final resting place was his beloved island of Cozumel, Mexico. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. His daughters are Nicole Medrano, Lanee Boren, three grandchildren: Mathias, Sophia and Paisley, his sisters; Franeva, Christine, Irene, Sonya, Jessica and Carol.

A celebration of life will be held...

Thomas Matthew Perkins, age 39, sadly passed away on October 22, 2023, after an accident.
Fortunately, he was surrounded by his loved ones as he passed. He was born August 6th, 1984
to Terry and Beth, and had a younger sister Adriane. Tom received a degree in civil engineering
from CSU before moving back to Arizona....

Thomas E. Bryant, Sr. of Avondale, Arizona passed away October 4, 2023 at the age of 84. He was born August 29, 1939 in Flat Top, Alabama to the late Jasper and Katie (Duncan) Bryant.
Services were held under the direction of Thompson Funeral.

Beverly Davenport Jones of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on November 4 at the age of 86. She was born on June 1, 1937 to the late Francis and Blanche Davenport in Stone Ridge, NY.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Joseph Jones; daughter, Shirley Lazenby (husband Allen); and sons, Ron (wife Laura) and...

We are sad to announce the passing of Jeffrey Jay Campbell "JJ" from Litchfield Park, AZ. JJ passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, at the age of fifty, after battling Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) otherwise known as Lou Gehrig's disease. JJ was born in Phoenix, Arizona on January 16, 1973.

JJ was the...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jessica Lynn Coday (Zubrick), who was born on August 25, 1979, in Orange, California, and left this world on October 15, 2023 after a year long battle with breast cancer.

Jessica was the oldest of 3 siblings (sisters Marissa and Camilla) and daughter of Larry...

Mrs. Donna Boers of Buckeye, Arizona passed away October 4, 2023 at the age of 92. She was born July 18, 1931 in Manning, Iowa to the late William and Mary (Schnitter) Reiman.
A visitation/Rosary will begin at 5pm on Oct 26 at Thompson Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be held at 2pm on Oct 27 at St. John Vianney...