All Obituaries

MARTIN JOSEPH WRZESIEN

Martin Wrzesien, age 83 of Fountain Hills, Arizona, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 14, 2017. He was born on June 9, 1934, in Hegewisch, Illinois to Marcin Wrzesien and Aniela (nee Madaj) Wrzesien. Martin was a Korean War Army Veteran, a true Patriot and member of the American Legion. He married the love of his life, Janet Sikora, on May 5, 1955, who preceded him in death (August 2015). Martin worked as an Operating Engineer, Heavy Equipment Operator out of Local 150 in...

Martin Wrzesien, age 83 of Fountain Hills, Arizona, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 14, 2017. He was born on June 9, 1934, in Hegewisch, Illinois to Marcin Wrzesien and Aniela (nee...

Thomasine E. O'Neill

O’Neill, Thomasine Elizabeth Grogan 93, of Mesa, AZ, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2017. Tomi was such a good woman, patient and kind, loved animals, plants and the DBacks. How fortunate we were to have such a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her son Tom (Michele), daughters Mary Burnell (Guy), Carol Matranga (Robert), and Anne; Grandchildren Candice Matranga, Brian O’Neill (Elizabeth),...

O’Neill, Thomasine Elizabeth Grogan 93, of Mesa, AZ, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2017. Tomi was such a good woman, patient and kind, loved animals, plants and the...

Nellie Bee McRoberts Rodenberger

Nellie Bee McRoberts Rodenberger, age 93, passed away on August 11, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on February 4, 1924 in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Nellie was known for her fashion, quilting and artistry. She is survived by her two sons; Robert (Carol) and Samuel (Brenda); seven grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 11:00am at the First Southern Baptist Church, 16033 N. 32nd Street in Phoenix.

Nellie Bee McRoberts Rodenberger, age 93, passed away on August 11, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on February 4, 1924 in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Nellie was known for her fashion, quilting and...

James L Mumford

James Lee Mumford passed away August 10, 2017 following a brief battle with cancer and pneumonia. He is survived by wife Earlene (Pat) Mumford, children Kimberly Stephenson (Kevin), Michael Mumford (Kelly), and Kristina Starkey (Mike), 8 grandchildren and 2 great- grandsons. He was preceded in death by parents Lee and Frances Mumford of Strawberry. Jim was born in Mesa, Arizona, living in Mesa and Phoenix before retiring from TWA in 2001 and moving to Payson , where he passed away at...

James Lee Mumford passed away August 10, 2017 following a brief battle with cancer and pneumonia. He is survived by wife Earlene (Pat) Mumford, children Kimberly Stephenson (Kevin), Michael...

Richard "Dick" Malcolm Hodgdon

Richard "Dick" Malcolm Hodgdon, 91, of Scottsdale, Arizona; known to many of his friends as “Coach” passed away peacefully on August 10, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. He was born in Mexico, Maine, the second son of Ellsworth Edgar Hodgdon and Kathleen Marguerite Given. He spent his early years in Sangerville and Winthrop, Maine graduating from Winthrop High School, Class of 1944. Upon graduation, he entered military service, and began his training in the U.S. Army Air...

Richard "Dick" Malcolm Hodgdon, 91, of Scottsdale, Arizona; known to many of his friends as “Coach” passed away peacefully on August 10, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. He was born...

Jeanne Belle Vanderpool

Daniel J. Bestenlehner

Daniel J Bestenlehner, 45, died August 7, 2017 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident near Yuma AZ. Dan was born April 23, 1972 in Maryvale, Arizona. Dan was a native of Arizona and a graduate of Brophy Preparatory. He went on to receive his bachelor degree at Arizona State University. Dan was a caring and compassionate person who loved his family and friends. He loved to laugh and to give his time to help those who needed it. Dan had a very unique sense of humor and loved to joke...

Daniel J Bestenlehner, 45, died August 7, 2017 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident near Yuma AZ. Dan was born April 23, 1972 in Maryvale, Arizona. Dan was a native of Arizona and a...

Averil Shirley Bergey

Averil Shirley Bergey, age 93, passed away peacefully August 7, 2017 peacefully with her daughter Diane Averil Inglis and son in law John Inglis by her side. Avie was a strong woman, and was loved by all she met, she brought light with her beautiful smile and loving personality to everyone she encountered. She will be remembered and loved by all. Avie is survived by: Diane Averil Inglis- Daughter, John Hamilton Inglis- Son in law, Lauren Patricia Inglis...

Averil Shirley Bergey, age 93, passed away peacefully August 7, 2017 peacefully with her daughter Diane Averil Inglis and son in law John Inglis by her side. Avie was a strong woman, and...

Barbara Jean Smith

Barbara Jean Smith went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2017 following a brief illness. She was the daughter of Thomas and Maurine Gilbertson. She had one sister, Doris Staples (deceased). Barbara was born in El Centro, California, but the family moved to Arizona in 1934, where she lived for the rest of her life. She was a graduate of Phoenix Union High School, class of 1948. She attended Arizona Teacher’s College (later ASU) and graduated in 1951 with a teaching degree. Barbara...

Barbara Jean Smith went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2017 following a brief illness. She was the daughter of Thomas and Maurine Gilbertson. She had one sister, Doris Staples (deceased)....

Vern "Buster" Mellinger

Vern “Buster” Mellinger, 73, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away August 6, 2017. He was born April 11, 1944 in Gallup, NM and raised there, moving to Scottsdale, AZ several years ago. He is survived by his son Christopher Mellinger; a sister in Albuquerque, NM and a granddaughter. He was the best dad and will be missed. Private services were held.

Vern “Buster” Mellinger, 73, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away August 6, 2017. He was born April 11, 1944 in Gallup, NM and raised there, moving to Scottsdale, AZ several years ago. He is...

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