Obituaries

Nov 13, 2021

Edna Mae Goswick, 72, passed away on November 13, 2021 in Casa Grande, Arizona with family by her side. Edna was born January 14, 1949 in Atkins, Arkansas to Jessie and Wilma Gilbert. She married sweetheart in 1967. She loved being a homemaker and providing for her family. She is survived by her seven children: Bill Goswick of Arizona, Travis...

Nov 9, 2021

Nov 7, 2021

Alice A Montalvo, 73, of Casa Grande, Arizona, passed away on November 7, 2021. Alice was born on September 25, 1948 in Medford, Oregon to William L. & Helen R Dixon (Burrell). She spent the first 10 years of her life in Casa Grande, AZ and later moved to Manteca, CA where she met & married Samuel (Phil) Montalvo on...

Nov 7, 2021

Nov 6, 2021

Samuel Montano, 69, of Casa Grande, died at home on November 6, 2021. Samuel was born February 9, 1952, in Santa Monica, California to Henry and Eleanor Montano. He enjoyed cooking, and listening to music, especially Diana Ross. His dog Luna was his pride & joy. He had a great smile, was friendly to everyone and would always help out...

Nov 5, 2021

Dolores Hadley, 92, went to be with the Lord on November 5, 2021 surrounded by love. Our family wants to express our sincerest gratitude to the staff of Copper Sky Assisted Living here in Casa Grande and to Hospice Family Care also of Casa Grande. She was born in Pennsylvania where she met & married the love of her life,...

Nov 4, 2021

TUCSON — Michael Anguamea, 47, died on Nov. 3, 2021, in Tucson. Mr. Anguamea was born on June 11, 1974, to Luis Anguamea and Margaret Lewis in Sacaton. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved his nieces and nephews and enjoyed play-fighting with them. He is survived by his parents and four siblings, Bobby, David and Steven...

Nov 3, 2021

Albert E. Carleton 1940-2021 Our hearts are heavy yet filled with joy for the years shared with our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great-grandfather, Albert Carleton. Albert’s big heart finally failed him on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Betty, children Joe Carleton, Richard (Kathy) Carleton, Mark (Maureen) Orcutt, Greg Orcutt, Kathi (Kirby)...

Nov 3, 2021

CASA GRANDE — Linda "Emma" Vallejo, 59, of Casa Grande passed away on Nov. 3, 2021. Ms. Vallejo was born on Dec. 1, 1961, to Almando Luera and Virginia Frank in Sells. She was a loving and caring person. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she adored. She will be truly be missed for the...

Nov 1, 2021

CASA GRANDE — Aaliyah Marie Marquez-Rodriguez, 14, died on Nov. 1, 2021, in Phoenix. Aaliyah was born to Paul G. Rodriguez and Dina S. Marquez-Rodriguez on June 20, 2007, in Chandler. She loved art, drawing, music and hanging out with cousins. She was a straight-A student and loved spending time with her dog, Xena. She is survived by her parents;...

Oct 28, 2021

Isreal Ruiz-Ruiz from Casa Grande Born July 21, 1955 passed on October 28, 2021. He owned his own A/C company and was great at it. Friendly to everyone and loved to go to the casino. Had a good heart and was a good friend for 25 years.

Oct 27, 2021

Trena Mae Watts 73, of Arizona City died October 27, 2021, at home. Trena was born November 16, 1947, in Painesville, Ohio to James and Dorothy Scheuring. She was a great mother, wonderful friend and loved her grandchildren. She was feisty and enjoyed life. She loved playing the guitar and singing with her son. She collected miniature trinkets and loved...

Oct 26, 2021

Robert Earl Matzinger, 78, of Casa Grande, died on October 26, 2021. Robert was born on May 28, 1943 in Phoenix to John & Josephine Matzinger. He graduated from Central High School in Phoenix. In 1964, Robert married Stella Kehias. Together they have two children. Robert and his wife owned Little Sombrero Restaurant in Casa Grande since the 1970’s. Robert...

Oct 26, 2021

SANTA ROSA VILLAGE — Amanda Batista Jose, 47, died on Oct. 26, 2021, in Tucson. Ms. Jose was born to Mandy and Annie Justine Jose on Aug. 4, 1974, in Sells. She graduated from St. Catherine Indian School in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in 1992. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Fort Lewis College in Durango,...

Oct 25, 2021

Deborah Ann Robles, 66 of Casa Grande, passed away on October 25, 2021. Mrs. Robles was born on October 31, 1954 in Tucson, Arizona to Arnold Hernandez Sr. and Celia Vasquez. She was a graduate of Casa Grande Union High School. She married the love of her life, Ramon Robles Jr. on February 23, 1974. Together they have four children....

Oct 24, 2021

Russell Hau’pal White, 40, of Bapchule died on Oct. 24, 2021. Mr. White was born in Phoenix on Nov. 16, 1980, to Emmett and Bernadette (Reed) White. He sang since he was a young boy and participated in many celebrations and blessings as a traditional O’Otham singer. He loved welding, telling stories of his generation and being a student of...

Oct 22, 2021

Lester Gage, 78, of Sacaton died peacefully at home on Oct. 22, 2021. Mr. Gage was born on Aug. 24, 1943, in Sacaton to Eunice Lewis and Lee Gage. He was well-known and well-liked throughout the Gila River Indian Community. He served as a coordinator for District 4 as well as District 5. He also served on the Tribal Council....

Oct 20, 2021

Patrick Sabin Johns Jr., 72, of Bapchule, passed away on October 20, 2021. He was born on August 17, 1949, in Sacaton to Barbara and Patrick Johns Sr.

Patrick had a passion for cooking and was known for his willingness to lend a helping hand to families in need, with yard work. His love for music was evident as he played...

Oct 17, 2021

Nolan Allison, 52 of Sacaton, died October 17, 2021 in Chandler. He was born April 10, 1969 in Phoenix to Harry and Gladine Allison. Nolan loved nature, spending time outside and animals. When he was feeling well he would enjoy going outside and doing yard work. He also loved his music. He is survived by his brothers, Clyde, John, Dean,...

Oct 14, 2021

David Kenneth Wicks, 72, of Casa Grande died October 14, 2021 of COVID complications. David was born on March 29, 1949 in Aurora Illinois, to Robert Kenneth and Ruth (Raber) Wicks. He moved with his family to California in 1965. He graduated from La Habra High School in 1967. In 1971, he married Selma L. Harris in Brookline, Massachusetts. They...