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Bonnie Jean Walker

Bonnie Jean Walker

Oct 26, 2024

Bonnie Jean (Wilson) Walker passed away peacefully in her home on October 26, 2024. Born on August 15, 1942, in the Orchard, NE area, she was the oldest of 4 children of Winfred and Helen (Cleveland) Wilson. 

Bonnie grew up in small towns around the Omaha area. She helped her dad with farm chores and drove tractors as a child. She...

James Kenneth Lee

James Kenneth Lee

Oct 24, 2024

Jim Kenneth Lee, affectionately known as "The Man, the Myth, The Legend," left us on October 24, 2024, at his home in Sun City, Arizona. Born on May 26, 1935, in Laurel, Mississippi, Jim lived a life filled with adventure, devotion, and laughter.

For over fifty years, Jim dedicated himself to his trucking business, where he earned his livelihood hauling copper,...

Connie Helen Young

Connie Helen Young

Oct 22, 2024

Connie (Helen) Young, 83 of Sun City went to be with the Lord on October 22, 2024. Helen was born in Bowie, Texas on April 23, 1941. She moved to Phoenix with her parents and sisters in 1954.

She began her college career at Phoenix College where she was asked to start the Chi Omega Chi sorority at the college and...

Irene Yrales Aguilar

Irene Yrales Aguilar

Oct 21, 2024

Irene Yrales Aguilar, 86

01/28/1938 to 10/21/2024

Irene worked at the Motorola Plant in Phoenix, AZ for approximately 15 years. She also worked as a seamstress, and in the elementary school cafeteria while raising her family in Glendale, AZ. After retiring, her and her husband moved to Mayer, AZ and lived there 27 years.

Irene was surrounded by her family as she entered...

Kathryn Lorraine Vause

Kathryn Lorraine Vause

Oct 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathryn Lorraine Vause, who passed away on October 15, 2024, in Lexington, South Carolina.

Kathryn was born September 27, 1962, in Phoenix, Arizona, to loving parents, Roger and Shirley Simpson and grew up surrounded by family and friends who adored her. Kathryn was a devoted wife to her husband of...

Landon Carl Beutler

Landon Carl Beutler

Oct 12, 2024

With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son, Landon Carl Beutler, who was born still on October 12, 2024, in Sun City West, Arizona. Landon was the precious first child of Jacqueline (Macaraeg) Beutler and Charles Louis Beutler, who had eagerly awaited his arrival with great anticipation and love. Though he was with us...

Carol Solstad

Carol Solstad

Oct 11, 2024

Carol Solstad was born in Kansas City Missouri July 2, 1942 to Norman Youkey and Lydia Morong. They moved to San Diego in 1956 and Carol graduated from La Jolla High School 1960.  She married Allan Solstad on April 14, 1973.  They lived in San Diego until the family moved to Sandpoint Idaho in 1978. In 1988 Carol went to...

Kathryn K Crawford

Kathryn K Crawford

Oct 7, 2024

Kathryn K Crawford, 90, of Peoria, AZ passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024. Born on May 1, 1934 in Everett, Pennsylvania, she later moved to Windsor, Connecticut in 1965 and then to Arizona in 1998. Kathryn lived a rich and fulfilling life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and her community.

 She was preceded in death by her...

Dena F Stoller

Dena F Stoller

Oct 5, 2024

Dena Stoller (Schnabel) passed away in the early hours of Saturday, October 5, 2024 in the comfort of her home in Sun City, AZ. She was born November 3rd 1932 in Logan Co. North Dakota and was nearly 92 years old at her passing. She grew up on a farm near the town of Burnstad, North Dakota with her two...

Synthia Lea Hunter

Synthia Lea Hunter

Oct 4, 2024

Synthia Lea Hunter, lovingly known as Sindy or Grandma Sindy, passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 69 in Sun City, Arizona. She was born on August 23, 1955, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was the beloved daughter of Beverly Alfson and Henry Soul. From an early age, Sindy displayed a compassionate heart and a giving nature.

 Sindy...

Merle Freeman

Merle Freeman

Oct 2, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Merle Freeman. Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and loyal Friend. 

In her  Christian faith, she found joy and purpose in her relationship with Christ. Each day, without fail, began in devotion. Seeking guideance in family matters, praying for patience and that she keep an open heart. His promises she belived in, her gental...

Gordon John Wilkinson

Gordon John Wilkinson

Sep 26, 2024

Gordon J Wilkinson 89, of Sun City AZ, previously Mundelein IL, passed away peacefully September 26, 2024. He was born December 31, 1934 in Chicago IL, the son of Grafton and Helen McFarland Wilkinson.

 Gordon loved his family, his friends and the US Marine Corps. He enlisted in his teens and spent six years serving our country, both in Korea and...

Bud (Delmar) Phillips

Bud (Delmar) Phillips

Sep 21, 2024

Bud (Delmar) Phillips, passed away on September 21, 2024 at 7:51am in his home surrounded by his daughter, Amy Phillips Munoz, son, Joseph Charles Phillips, granddaughters, Madelyn Claire Munoz, Ann Marie Phillips, grandson, Donny Antonio Munoz, his brother, Charles Phillips and wife Fay from Jefferson City, Missouri, and his wife of 52 years Linda Phillips. His brother Dan Phillips and...

Marie J Schwarz

Marie J Schwarz

Sep 19, 2024

Marie J. Schwarz, 87, of Peoria, AZ peacefully passed away on Sept 19, 2024. Preceded in death by John, her husband of 48 years and survived by their children Mary Jo (Ralph) of Phoenix, AZ, Theresa (Peter) & granddaughter Celeste of Cleveland Heights, OH, Robert (Allison) & grandsons Zachary & Caleb of Countryside, IL. A Memorial Mass will be held...

Margaret Nancy Hathaway

Margaret Nancy Hathaway

Sep 13, 2024

Margaret Nancy Hathaway, affectionately known as Margie, was born on December 10, 1939, in Long Island, New York. She passed away on September 13, 2024 in Sun City, Arizona, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone she encountered.

Margie's journey through life was enriched by her strong work ethic, having been an assembly woman at...

Marilyn Olney

Marilyn Olney

Sep 11, 2024

Marilyn Olney (née Patterson), 93, passed away Sept. 2024 in Sun City AZ. Lived in Deerfield IL for more than 50 years with her late husband “Ted,” and Sun City later in life. Preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Kathryn, and twin sister Joanne. Survived by her son, daughter-in-law, and 5 grandchildren. Graduate of Michigan State University (a loyal...

Joshua M. Hatley

Joshua M. Hatley

Sep 10, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Joshua M. Hatley, a loving father, caring son, and cherished brother, who left us too soon 10 Sept 2024. At 45, he leaves behind three beloved sons, Gary Hatley, Anthony Hatley, and Joshua J. Hatley - JJ.

Josh is survived by his grandmother, Marge Hammer, his parents, Lana Hatley and Gary Hatley,...

Cassie Ann Price

Cassie Ann Price

Sep 9, 2024

Cassie Ann Price, born on April 25, 1970, in Cedarville, California, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Tolleson, Arizona. She was a dedicated educator who devoted her life to teaching until her retirement from Liberty High School in Liberty, Missouri. Cassie was deeply committed to her students and imparted knowledge with energy and love.

Cassie’s educational journey included her earning...

Dr. Jose Antonio Sanchez

Dr. Jose Antonio Sanchez

Sep 8, 2024

Jose Antonio Sanchez, affectionately known as Tony, passed away on September 8 2024, in Sun City, Arizona at the age of 84. Born on June 24, 1940, in El Salvador, he made a significant impact in his community and beyond, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by his family and all those who had the honor of knowing.

Tony...

Richard E. (Dick) Swails

Richard E. (Dick) Swails

Sep 8, 2024

Richard E. (Dick) Swails passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024 in Peoria, Arizona. He is now cheering on his beloved Hawkeyes from heaven.

Dick was born in Iowa City, Iowa and is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Albertus Swails and his sister, Kathy Fountain. He attended West Branch High School where he excelled in sports, especially football.

Dick...

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