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Franklin Alan Shepel
Feb 18, 2025
Dr. Franklin “Frank” A. Shepel
Franklin “Frank” Alan Shepel died peacefully in Arizona surrounded by his family on February 18, 2025. Frank was born in Winton, MN on November 21, 1952 to Frank and Frances Shepel. He grew up in Ely, MN as the youngest son in their family of four children. Throughout his childhood Frank loved adventure, playing baseball, cowboy...
Guadalupe Mendez Flores
Feb 16, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Guadalupe Mendez Flores**
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Guadalupe Mendez Flores, who left us on February 16, 2025, just a day shy of her 79th birthday. Born on February 17, 1946, to Liborio and Rafaela Mendez, Guadalupe was a vibrant soul whose creativity and zest for life touched everyone she met.
Guadalupe...
Mary S. Lopez
Feb 14, 2025
Mary S. Lopez, passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on April 15, 1930, to Sally Mae Pancho and Jose Phillip Lopez, Mary was a devoted mother and grandmother who always put her family first.
Known as the rock of her family, Mary's warmth and humor filled the lives of those around her. She had a...
Josephine "Josie" Quintana
Feb 12, 2025
Josephine (Josie Gamez) Quintana, 66, of Stanfield, AZ, passed peacefully on February 12, 2025, in Chandler, AZ. She was born on July 18, 1958, in Tahoka, Texas, to Clemente and Elena Gamez.
Josie affectionately known as “mama Jue Jue” will always be remembered as a vibrant soul that embodied a courageous spirit of strength. Her life was a vision of strength,...
Lawrence C. Lewis
Feb 12, 2025
Lawrence C. Lewis, age 75, of Florence, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025. Born on March 28, 1949, in Sells, he was the son of Lupe Lopez and Jimmy Lewis. Lawrence was an active member of his community during his time at Florence High School, where he participated in sports, clubs, and student government.
Lawrence voluntarily enlisted in the Service...
Mervyn Dion Johns
Feb 10, 2025
Mervyn D. Johns, "Moggie" 59, of Hashan Kehk, AZ passed away surrounded by his family on February 10, 2025. Born to Dale N. Johns and Permelia Manuel in Sacaton on June 4, 1965.
Throughout his youth, Mervyn enjoyed horseback riding, playing baseball and co-ed softball. He also enjoyed breakdancing in his younger years. Mervyn was a Little League coach and very...
Sherwin Dean Whitman
Feb 8, 2025
Sherwin Crook Whitman
June 14, 1953 – February 8, 2025
Sherwin Crook Whitman of Gila River Indian Community, 71 passed away on February 8, 2025. He was born on June 14, 1953, in Sacaton, Arizona to Lucinda Whitman. Crook was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Crook is survived by his loving...
Ana Maria Rosales Valadez
Feb 7, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Ana Maria Rosales Valadez**
Ana Maria Rosales Valadez, a vibrant soul and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, just days after celebrating her 70th birthday. Born on February 1, 1955, to Gilbert and Lupe Rosales, Ana Maria embodied the spirit of love and connection that she generously shared with all who knew her.
Her life...
Krystal A. Marquez
Feb 6, 2025
Krystal A. Marquez, age 38, passed away on February 6, 2025. Born on March 13,1986, in Phoenix, she was the beloved daughter of Margarita A. Pablo and the late Anthony Marquez Sr.
Krystal was known for her vibrant spirit and love for life. A true morning person, she cherished the simple pleasures of cooking, enjoying a wide variety of music, and...
Ethelene Lewis
Feb 5, 2025
Ethelene Lewis, aged 90, of Sacaton, Arizona, passed away peacefully at the Caring House on February 5, 2025. She was born on June 1, 1934, in Sacaton to Alzelo Lopez and Eunice Howard.
Ethelene was known for her adventurous spirit and had a zest for life that was evident in all she did. She had a passion for baking and enjoyed...
John William Weeks
Feb 5, 2025
JOHN WILLIAM WEEKS of Eloy, AZ, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025, with his daughter, Janice (Weeks) Kurtzman, by his side.
John was born on July 16, 1940, in Flint, Michigan, to Harrison and Thelma Weeks. On November 16, 1958, he married Thelma Elaine Coats. John joined the Army in 1958 and spent eight years stationed in Georgia, Virginia, and Germany....
Christopher "Chris" Len Walker
Feb 5, 2025
Christopher “Chris” Walker, 56, of Mesa, AZ., died on February 5, 2025, in Phoenix, AZ. He was born in Casa Grande, AZ on August 7, 1968, to Henry Walker Sr. and Lavada Dyess.
Chris was a loving son, brother and uncle, he enjoyed collecting Hot Wheel cars, he collected over 1K cars over the years. Chris worked as a landscaper and...
Velma Jane Moreno
Feb 5, 2025
Velma Jane Moreno, 91, of Sacaton, peacefully passed away on February 5, 2025, at the Caring House in Sacaton. She was born on September 26, 1933, in Sacaton to Joe Morago and Agnes Rosetta Antone.
Velma led a vibrant and fulfilling life, engaging with her community in numerous ways. She was a dedicated people person, serving as a girls' basketball coach...
Roy "Rabbit" Meija
Feb 4, 2025
Roy Mejia CASA GRANDE - Roy “Rabbit” Mejia, 73, a well-known Casa Grande resident, passed away on February 4, 2025, in Gilbert, Arizona.
Rabbit was born on March 6, 1951, in Casa Grande, to Francisco and Adela Mejia. Throughout his life, he was known for his many talents and passions, including being an artist, music enthusiast, woodworker, landscape designer, barber, storyteller,...
Elder Raymond Henry Davis
Feb 4, 2025
Elder Raymond Henry Davis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born in Washington, D.C., on January 26, 1947 to Robert and Mamie Davis and was the youngest of six children.
Raymond was a man of God who devoted his life to his faith, family, and community. He...
Manuel "Manny" Soliz
Feb 3, 2025
Manuel "Manny" Soliz, 68, died on Feb. 3, 2025, in Chandler, surrounded by his loved ones.
Mr. Soliz was born on June 7, 1956, in California. He lived in Coolidge for 32 years and Casa Grande for 36 years. He worked at Central Arizona College for 31 years and retired as supervisor of maintenance. He enjoyed driving the CAC bus for...
Gloria C Acuna
Feb 3, 2025
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Gloria C Acuna on February 3, 2025. She was born March 24, 1943, to Gable and Ramona Robles, and lived a life full of love and laughter.
On May 27, 1966, Gloria married the love of her life, Frank Acuna Jr. Throughout 58 years of marriage, together they raised two children,...
Patricia Anne McCaw
Jan 31, 2025
Patricia Anne McCaw born in 1942 in Seattle, Washington, passed away, January 31, 2025.
She will always be remembered by so many throughout her many travels. As Mary Ann Toohey, shares some funny stories. When she first moved to Big Sky, Montana, to be close to the mountain and ski: she called up the dealer and bought herself a little Subaru...
Bedrick Ledbetter
Jan 29, 2025
Bedrick Ledbetter, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Maricopa, Arizona. Born on April 8, 1951, in Namorik Atoll, Marshall Island, her journey took her from her roots in the Pacific to Southern California, where she spent 40 years of her life before relocating to Arizona three years ago with her husband, Atrick.
Bedrick lived...
Alyssa Marie Maldonado
Jan 28, 2025
Alyssa Marie Maldonado, age 23 of El Mirage, passed away on Tuesday January 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Alyssa lost her life after a terrible automobile accident. She was kept alive in order for her organs to be donated so that others may live. Her generous and unselfish gift was accomplished on Friday evening January 31,...
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