Current Obituaries
Judith Johnson
Nov 13, 2017
Judith Johnson, 70, died November 13, 2017 at her family’s home in Casa Grande, AZ. Ms. Johnson was born January 21, 1947 in Kentucky.She was preceded in death by her father, Flavous Johnsonand mother, Clara Johnson. Judith is survived by her cousins, Clara Mejia, Omar Mejia, Jr. and Tammy Workman.At Judith’s request, no service will be held.
Frank Michael Cilino
Nov 11, 2017
Frank Michael Cilino, 69, of Casa Grande, AZ passed away November 11, 2017 at home. He was born on August 19, 1948 in Bayonne, NJ to Charles and Lucy (Riccio) Cilino.Frank attended Jackson High School. He served in the Army from 1968 to 1970, during the Vietnam War. Frank retired in 2002 from Jackson MUA, Jackson, NJ. He moved to...
Andrew "Andy" Edward Lopez
Nov 11, 2017
FLORENCE - Andrew Edward "Andy" Lopez, 88, of Florence died on Nov. 11, 2017, at home.Mr. Lopez was born on Nov. 8, 1929, in Florence to Miguel and Rosalia (Jose) Lopez. A very private man, he graduated from Coolidge High School in 1949 in a class of 41. He attended college for a year, then joined the Air Force and...
Terry Max Haifley
Nov 11, 2017
CASA GRANDE - Terry Max Haifley II, 48, died at home with his family on Nov. 11, 2017, after a long battle with cancer.Mr. Haifley was born on Sept. 23, 1969. He worked for the city of Casa Grande and city of Gilbert as a recreation coordinator until he was hired by Pioneer Paint to manage its Casa Grande store....
Keith R. Merriman
Nov 11, 2017
ARIZONA CITY - Keith R. Merriman, 84, died peacefully at his home in Arizona City on Nov. 11, 2017.Mr. Merriman was born on Sept. 2, 1933, to Ira and Clara Merriman. He served in the Air Force and later worked for Northwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines for 26 years before retiring to Arizona. He also served as a volunteer...
Gabriel Cedric Cruz
Nov 10, 2017
CASA GRANDE - Gabriel Cedric Cruz, infant son of Jose G. Cruz III and Michele D. Morris-Cruz, was born and died on Nov. 10, 2017, in Casa Grande.Other survivors include eight siblings, Sienna Helewa, David C. Lopez, Calista Marquez-Cruz, Destiney Valenzuela-Cruz, Melody Cruz, Jose "J.C." Cruz IV, Aleczander and Catalina Cruz. He was preceded in death by Maria Cruz.Visitation beginning...
Evelyn Vernice Thompson Gopher
Nov 8, 2017
UPPER SANTAN - Evelyn Vernice Thompson Gopher, 70, an enrolled member of the Gila River Indian Community, died on Nov. 8, 2017, in Mesa from complications of diabetes. Mrs. Gopher was born on Sept. 7, 1947, in Sacaton to Lawrence and Leona Thompson. She attended elementary schools in the area and completed high school at Stewart Indian School near Carson...
Debra Ann Rodriguez
Nov 8, 2017
Mrs. Rodriguez was born on Feb. 7, 1962, in Casa Grande and was a daughter of Frank and Frances Gastelum. She was devoted to her family and always put others before herself. She had a generous, loving heart and touched many lives with her presence. Her smile and laughter warmed people’s hearts.She married the love of her life, Jesse Rodriguez,...
Anthony Michael Jones
Nov 7, 2017
Anthony Michael Jones of Arizona City, AZ passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. He was 28 years old. He was born July 26, 1989 in Phoenix, AZ to Jimmy Lynn and Kimberly Dawn Sells Jones.Anthony loved to play the guitar and write music. He was also involved in Brazilian Jujitsu and wrestling. Anthony enjoyed spending time...
Lillianna Faith Howard
Nov 6, 2017
UPPER SANTAN - Lillianna Faith Howard, infant daughter of Edwin and Christine (Kisto) Howard, was born and died on Nov. 6, 2017, in Phoenix.Other survivors include several brothers and sisters.Wake beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, in Sacaton. Graveside service at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, in Upper Santan Cemetery.J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel...
Dorene Jane Whitman
Nov 6, 2017
SACATON - Dorene Jane Whitman, 74, died on Nov. 6, 2017, in Sacaton.Ms. Whitman was born on Jan. 24, 1943, to Elmer and Blanche Blackwater in Sacaton. She was a homemaker and a devoted member of Blackwater Baptist Church. She loved to sing in the choir and listen to her Christian music. She also loved her cat, Precious Whitman, very...
Lloyd "Chato" Juan
Nov 5, 2017
CASA BLANCA - Lloyd "Chato" Juan, 49, of Casa Blanca died on Nov. 5, 2017, at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.Mr. Juan is survived by two sisters, Connie Antone and Althea Lara; four brothers, Leroy Davis Sr., Albert, Floyd and Ronald Juan Sr., all of Casa Blanca; and 20 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard...
Theodore "Ted" Staley
Nov 4, 2017
CASA GRANDE - Theodore "Ted" Staley, 76, of Casa Grande died on Nov. 4, 2017, at home, surrounded by his family.Mr. Staley was born on April 7, 1941, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Theodore Leon and Gladys Leach Staley. He and his wife moved to Casa Grande 14 years ago. He loved being outside and spent time working in his garden...
Donald Ray Fraley
Nov 4, 2017
Donald Ray Fraley, 70, of Gilbert, Arizona passed away November 4, 2017 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on February 27, 1947 in Tempe, Arizona to Roy and Edith (Johnson) Fraley. He grew up primarily in Coolidge, Arizona, but his parents were migrant workers that traveled between Arizona, Utah, Oregon and Washington.Donald joined the United States Army and entered the...
Rosa "Irma" Cruz
Nov 4, 2017
COOLIDGE - Rosa "Irma" Cruz, 63, of Coolidge died peacefully at home, with loved ones at her side, on Nov. 4, 2017.Mrs. Cruz was born on March 29, 1954, in El Paso, Texas, a daughter of Juan and Rosa (Navarette) Martinez. She loved children, spending time with her family and loved ones, and traveling. She spent her free time knitting...
Donald Ray Fraley
Nov 4, 2017
CASA GRANDE - Donald Ray Fraley, 70, of Gilbert died on Nov. 4, 2017, in Phoenix. Mr. Fraley was born on Feb. 27, 1947, in Tempe to Roy and Edith (Johnson) Fraley. He grew up primarily in Coolidge, but his parents were migrant workers who traveled between Arizona, Utah, Oregon and Washington. He joined the Army and entered service on May...
Patti Rich
Nov 4, 2017
CASA GRANDE - Patti Rich, 59, of Casa Grande died on Nov. 4, 2017.Ms. Rich was born on Jan. 7, 1958, in Eloy to R.L. and Lola Mae (Culwell) Wyatt. She was a corrections officer and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.Survivors include two daughters, Carisa Maguire and Dawn Martin; a son, Garrett Rich; eight siblings, Bonnie...
Louis Geye Hulsey
Nov 1, 2017
GILBERT - Pastor Louis Geye Hulsey, 73, died on Nov. 1, 2017, in Gilbert.Pastor Hulsey was born on Nov. 12, 1943, to Veirl and Olivia Hulsey in Bisbee. H.W. and Daisy Pugh were his grandparents. He was a father of six and an active pastor for almost 50 years and board member for the Church of God. He served in...
George Wendlin Axtman
Nov 1, 2017
CASA GRANDE - George Wendlin Axtman, 92, died on Nov. 1, 2017, at Caliche Senior Living community in Casa Grande.Mr. Axtman was born near Balta, North Dakota. He served four years of active war-time duty in the Navy and was on the minesweeper USS Swift.He is survived by a son, Frank Sheridan; a daughter, Sandy Cotton; six grandchildren; and eight...
George Wendlin Axtman
Nov 1, 2017
CASA GRANDE - George Wendlin Axtman, 92, died on Nov. 1, 2017, at Caliche Senior Living community in Casa Grande.Mr. Axtman was born near Balta, North Dakota. He served four years of active war-time duty in the Navy and was on the minesweeper USS Swift.He is survived by a son, Frank Sheridan; a daughter, Sandy Cotton; six grandchildren; and eight...
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