Obituaries

Jan 3, 2022

Sergeant Oscar Espinoza Rodriguez, 78, of Coolidge, peacefully passed away January 3, 2022, in Casa Grande, Arizona. Oscar was born March 20, 1943, in Brawley, California to Conception and Frances Rodriguez. Sergeant Oscar Rodriguez was a proud Vietnam Army Veteran of the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Oscar was a pillar to his community who wanted to honor those who served our...

Jan 3, 2022

Richard Sellers, 97, of Casa Grande, died January 3, 2022. He was born March 22, 1924, in Stilwell, Oklahoma to Stanley Fitts and Amy Sellers. Richard was a Navy Veteran, serving in World War II. He married the love of his life, Ollie, and they were married for 75years. He worked at Boeing and Coleman, before working for the Bureau...

Jan 2, 2022

Debora Lynne Landrum, 61 of Casa Grande, AZ, passed away in Casa Grande, on January 2nd, 2022. Debora was born on May 20th 1960, to Guy and Shirley Hanft in Tucson, AZ. She will be missed by many. Private services will be held at a later date.

Dec 30, 2021

AK-CHIN — Allan Narcia, 44, died on Dec. 30, 2021. Mr. Narcia was born in Phoenix on Feb. 19, 1977, to Lorren Lewis and Rosalie Narcia. He was a strong man, very protective of family and friends, and always took his culture and sacred Native American traditions his grandfather instilled into him very seriously. He was a smart man and...

Dec 30, 2021

CASA GRANDE — John Samuel Shafer, 99, died on Dec. 30, 2021. Mr. Shafer was born on May 27, 1922, in Anniston, Alabama, and was a son of Aubrey H. and Clara M. Shafer. He was raised in Monrovia, California, and a longtime resident of Pico Rivera, California. He served in the Army and was a scout in the Philippines...

Dec 30, 2021

Malinda Idella Webb, 74, of Bapchule died at home on December 30, 2021. She was born November 9, 1947, in Sacaton, AZ to Lionel and Janet Webb. Malinda was a strong person and always had a way with words. She would be the fire in your step, the wind behind your back, and the earthly foundation that brings you balance....

Dec 29, 2021

Roger Burton Franze, 72 of Maricopa, AZ passed away in Chandler, AZ on December 29th, 2021. Roger was born on February 8th, 1949 in Salamanca, NY to Burton William Franze and Frances Irene Lubke. Roger is survived by his 2 sons Shawn Franze (Jenny) of Maricopa, AZ, Jason Franze of Edmond, OK and Sister Pat Lavelle of Tucson, AZ No...

Dec 29, 2021

Ford Lynn Jennings age 78 of Casa Grande, Arizona, passed away on December 29th, 2021, at Banner Ocotillo Health Center in Chandler. Ford was born on August 25th, 1943, in Kermit, Texas to Monroe and Bernice Jennings. Ford leaves behind a loving family but will never be forgotten. Ford had a range of interests and hobbies, he loved to preach...

Dec 28, 2021

Thorpe James Smith, 26, of Sacaton, died December 28, 2021, in Chandler. He was born November 14, 1995, in Chandler, Arizona to Kevin Smith and Stephanie Cassa. Thorpe enjoyed sports, he played football for Chandler high School, and was a Phoenix Cardinals and Phoenix Suns fan. He also liked playing the guitar and being in the St. Anthony’s Choir. He...

Dec 27, 2021

Charles "Chuck" R.Hartmann born on May 15, 2021 in Milwaukee and passed away on December 27, 2021 . He move from East Troy, Wisconsin and resided in Arizona City for last 24 years Mr. Hartmann was the son of Raymond and Grace Hartmann. He served in the Reserves, loved fishing, motorcycles, scuba diving, hunting and his family. Surivors include his...

Dec 27, 2021

Marilyn Jean Sledge, 70, of Coolidge, died December 27, 2021, at home. She was born on September 11, 1951, in Davenport, Iowa to Jack Clevenger and Mary Rollins. She loved shopping with her daughter and granddaughter. She always collected handbags and cookware. She enjoyed country music, dancing, crosswords and playing games on her phone and scratching lottery tickets. She was...

Dec 26, 2021

Vincent Clint Black, 31, of Glendale, AZ, died December 26, 2021, in Buckeye, AZ. Vincent was born September 1, 1990, in Casa Grande, AZ to Timothy and Martina Black. Vincent enjoyed reading, poetry, music and podcasts. He also enjoyed movies, videos games and technology. He had a love for animals, especially cats. He loved his family dearly and will be...

Dec 25, 2021

Verigan Ruben Lewis, 65, of Sacaton died December 25, 2021, at home. He was born January 7, 1956, in Sacaton to Marvin Lewis and Mary Jane Evans. Verigan enjoyed making furniture out of wood. He also had a great sense of humor and enjoyed watching old westerns. He was a caring man and would help anyone who needed it. Most...

Dec 25, 2021

Nickolas John Holley passed away in Maricopa, AZ on December 25, 2021 and was born July 31, 1952. He is survived by his wife Denise Holley which married in Fort Collins, CO. Also survived by his children Gwendelyn, Theresa, Tabitha, Marlena, Thomas, Heather, Brother Authur Holley, Richard Holley and sister Rhonda Holley. He is preceded in death by Father Aurthur...

Dec 25, 2021

STANFIELD — Richard Bingham, 61, died on Dec. 25, 2021, in Stanfield. Mr. Bingham was born on Nov. 16, 1960, in Casa Grande. He was devoted to his family and enjoyed outdoor activities, including fishing and yard work, and caring for his grandkids. He was a lifelong Arizona resident. Survivors include two sons and a daughter, Thomas Bingham of Tucson,...

Dec 24, 2021

Dec 24, 2021

ELOY — Eunice J. Albert, 83, died on Dec. 24, 2021, in Casa Grande. Ms. Albert was born on July 5, 1938, to Jose and Margaret Ortiz Listo in Covered Wells. She enjoyed gardening and was a Cardinals and Diamondbacks fan and No. 1 Elvis fan. She loved spending time with her family, and her grandkids were her everything. Survivors...

Dec 23, 2021

Sylvester Joseph Joaquin, 76, of Bapchule, died December 23, 2021, in Chandler. He was born November 4, 1945, in Sacaton to Aloida and Julia Joaquin. Sylvester was a loving and caring man, who loved to help people. He had many friends and enjoyed being around his family and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived...

Dec 22, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family shares the passing of Louis Ramirez of Coolidge, AZ on December 22, 2021 at the age of 80. Louis was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He was stationed at Pearl Harbor with his brother, David where he played 2nd base for the Naval baseball team. In high school he was...

Dec 22, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family shares the passing of David Ramirez of Florence, AZ on December 22, 2021 at the age of 81. David was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He was stationed at Pearl Harbor with his brother, Louis where they played 3rd base and shortstop for the Naval baseball team. In high school...