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BUBEN, Adrian Kristen

Adrian Kristen Buben, 5, of Buckeye, died Nov. 11, 1988. She was born in Phoenix and is survived by parents, Trina and Michael and grandparents. Memorial services Christ Lutheran Church, 406 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Contributions to SIck Kids Need Involved People. Menke Funeral Home. Nov. 14, 1988.

BUBICK, Dennis H.

Dennis H. Bubick, 75, Sun City, a retired electronics technician in Redwood City, California, died Dec. 15, 1982, at Beverly Manor Nursing Home. He was born in Austria and moved to Sun City from California in 1975. Wife, Emma; son, William A.; a grandson. St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church. 12/18/1982.

BUBLITZ, Laura K.

23 July 1900 - 22 Oct 1979 Mesa - Laura K. Bublitz, 79, who moved here 17 years ago from Minneapolis, died Oct. 22, 1979. Mrs. Bublitz is survived by her husband, Ralph; son, Col. Robert Bublitz; six grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Angeline Ponwith of Dollard, MN; and two brothers, Arthur J. of MN and Eugene D. of Phoenix; six grandchildren. Mass was in Christ the King Catholic Church, 1505 E. Dana. Burial Mountain View Memorial Gardens. 25 Oct 1979

BUCALO, Joseph James

Joseph James Bucalo, 88, was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and died Jan. 25, 1997, in Mesa. He was the retired owner and operator of a livery service. Companion, Mary Walsh; daughters, Nina McMullen, Cynthia Brunner, Antoinette Daley, Sara Lawton; Cheryl Clark and Carole; sons, Joseph J., Jr., and Frank; 18 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Newcomer Family Mortuary. The Arizona Republic 30 Jan 1997, p.CL18.

BUCHANAN, John W.

John W. Buchanan, 81. of Mesa, the owner of a Chevron station, was born in Indianapolis and was an Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Jeannette; daughters, Donna MADISON and Carole OVE; sister, Sally DALE. Published in the Arizona Republic 2/16/1994.

BUCHER, William D.

Services for William D. Bucher, 75, a landscape gardener who came here 41 years ago from Henryetta, Oklahoma, were in Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. Seventh St. Mr. Bucher, 1541 W. Palmer Drive, died Oct. 2, 1980, in a Phoenix hospital. He was born in Frost, Texas. Surviving are his wife, Gladys; sons, Bill, David, Cliff, James, Larry, Mike; daughter, Edna Cooper, Independence, MO; brother, Russel; sisters, Ola Andres, Ethel Blackburn, Oklahoma City, Ida Clinton, Reno, OK, Maggie Smallwood, Oklahoma City, Rosie Goldworth, Bloomington, CA, Bonnie Sender, Los Angeles, Lillie Sherill, Stockton, CA; seven sisters; 23 grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Saturday, October 4, 1980.

BUCHLI, Louise

Louise Buchli, 64, of Scottsdale, died Jan. 29, 1994. She was born in Derby, Connecticut, and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Paul Eugene; son, David FAR; mother, Mary FAR; two brothers. No services are planned. Arizona Cremation and Burial. Published in the Arizona Republic 2/3/1994.

BUCHMANN, Robert John

Robert John Buchmann, 70, of Mesa, died Feb. 16, 1994. He was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, and was retired engineering technician and a World War II Army veteran. Wife, Beverly E.; daughter, Barbara Thompson; sons, Richard and George; stepsons, Gregory, Eric, Stephan and Brian Fisher; brother, Edward; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Melcher's Chapel of the Roses. 2/17/1994.

BUCK, Elnor Jane

Elnor Jane Buck, 76, Mesa, Arizona, passed away January 8, 2006. Services The Wells Clubhouse, 5735 E. McDowell Rd., Mesa, Arizona, 85215. A Caring Touch, 480-827-3191. The Arizona Republic on 1/12/2006.

BUCK, Frank Harry

26 Feb 1905 - 27 Dec 1982 Sun City - Frank Harry Buck, 77, former president of Duckwall Stores, Inc., a retail chain with headquarters in Abilene, Kansas, died Dec. 27, 1982, in Boswell Memorial Hospital. Mr. Buck, of 9457 110th Ave., was born in Niangua, Missouri, and moved to Arizona 13 years ago from Kansas. He was a member of Shepherd of the Desert Lutheran Church, a 50-year member of the Masons and of Isis Shrine Temple, a member of the Royal Order of Jesters and the Elks Club. He also was a former trustee of the Eisenhower Foundation. He is survived by his wife, Norma; son, Dennis; two sisters; two brothers; and three grandchildren. Services were at Lundberg's Golden Door Chapel. 12/30/1982.

BUCK, Minneolla

Minneolla Buck, 94, of Bylas, was born in White Mountain and was a lifetime resident of the reservation. Daughter, Eliza BONI. 12/8/1982.

BUCKEL, James V.

Services for James V. Buckel, 71, a native of Erie, Pennsylvania, were in American Indian Bible Institute. He died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1982. He was a World War II veteran. Two brothers survive. Interment Arizona Veterans Cemetery. Sunnyside Mortuary. 10/1/1982.

BUCKEYE, Lenore Martha

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BUCKLAND, Paul Francis

Paul Francis Buckland, 91, passed away on Dec. 29, 2005 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. He was born in Somerville, Mass. on Dec. 14, 1914 to Arthur and Marie Buckland. He was employed as an optician in Boston until moving to AZ in 1953. After six months of retirement, he returned to work at the V.A. Hospital for another 11 years. He was a devoted husband and caregiver to his wife, Lois, until her death in 2000. He is survived by his children, Polly (Bill) Longo, Joni (Kent) Franklin, George (Betty), Christine (Steve) Wages; 15 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and 5 great, great grandchildren. He served in the National Guard during World War II. Resthaven Park Mortuary, 4310 E. Southern Ave., Phoenix. Published in The Arizona Republic on 1/1/2006.

BUCKLES, Glenn M.

Retired Lt. Col. Glenn M. Buckles, 66, a career officer in the Air Force, died in Valley hospital after an illness. Services for Buckles, a Tempe resident, will be at noon Wednesday in Carr Memorial Chapel, 26 E. Fifth St., Tempe. He moved to Tempe in 1968. He served in World War II. He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. He served as the last commander of the civil engineering squadron, Turner Air Force Base at Albany, Georgia. In recent years, he worked for Bonanza Airlines, Hughes Air West and the Arizona Department of Education in the supply office. He was a Mason and was a member of Lodge No. 157 in Urbana, Illinois, where he also was a member of the Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife, Frances; a son, Maj. Glenn Buckles, serving with the Air Force; a daughter, Margaret Ann Bradley; two brothers; a sister; and six grandchildren. Private cremation. The Arizona Republic Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1982.

BUCKLIN, Paul Raymond, III

9 August 1955 - 20 October 1982 Paul Raymond Bucklin, III, 27, a printer for Reliable Reproductions of Tempe, died Wed., Oct. 20, 1982. He was born in Newport, R.I., and was brought to Arizona 14 years ago. He attended Kino Junior High and graduated from Westwood High School in 1973. Survivors include his wife, Laurie; his parents, Arlene Barrow and Paul Bucklin; a brother; a sister; and grandparents. Services were in Christ the King Catholic Church, Mesa. 10/22/1982

BUCKMAN, Thomas F.

Thomas F. Buckman, 34, born in Pennsylvania, moved to Phoenix 2 1/2 years ago from New Jersey. Assistant comptroller for the Arizona Bank, a Dale Carnegie instructor and a World War II veteran. Wife, Jeanne; three sons, Thomas, Richard, and Charles, a daughter Nancy Jeanne, all of Phoenix; brothers, Harry of San Diego and Raymond of Philadelphia; mother, Mrs. Maybell BUCKMAN of Phoenix. Published in the Arizona Republic June 15, 1962.

BUCKNER, Ethel O.

Ethel O. Buckner, 83, or Phoenix, a retired dressmaker, was born in Missouri. Survivors include Pauline CRYSTAL and grandchildren. Published in the Arizona Republic Sunday, February 6, 1994.

BUDWIT, Gary

Gary Anthony Budwit, 27, of Tempe, died April 13, 1978, at Tempe Community Hospital. He moved to Arizona in 1974 from Michigan and was a student at Arizona State University. He was a Vietnam veteran. Wife, Linda; mother, Catherine; father, John; a brother and three sisters. Universal Memorial Center. The Arizona Republic Sunday, April 16, 1978

BUEHLER, Mary A.

Services for Mary A. Buehler, 93, a homemaker, were in Gibbons Bunker Desert View Chapel, 9702 E. Apache Trail. Mrs. Buehler had been a Mesa resident before moving into a Valley nursing home where she died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1982. She came to Arizona 15 years ago from her native Pennsylvania. Survivors include two daughters, Helen Seltzer and Betty Yedasa; a son, John; two grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. 10/1/1982.

BUEK, Herman

Mesa - Memorial services for Herman E. Buek, 86, who had served in the Army in World War I and II before retiring in 1943, were in Melcher's Chapel of the Roses, 43 S. Stapley Dr. Mr. Buek, 2345 E. Main, was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and died Jan. 31, 1982, in Mesa General Hospital. He came to Mesa in 1962 from Oakland, CA. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; and a sister out of state. The AZ Republic Feb. 4, 1982.

BUELNA, Louis G.

Louis G. Buelna, 75, of Phoenix, died May 20, 1994. He was born in Phoenix was a cabinetmaker and World War II Army veteran. Wife, Carmen; son, Louis, Jr.; sisters, Armida REDONDO and Stella; brothers, Robert and Edward. Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 909 E. Washington, Phoenix. 5/22/1994.

BUFE, Walter A.

Walter A. Bufe, 81, of Tucson, a retired broadcast engineer, died August 17, 1994. He was born in Moline, Illinois and was an avid ham radio operator. Survivors include his wife, Madelyn, sons, David and Charles and a brother, Frank. Services will be private. Heather Mortuary, Tucson. Published Saturday, August 20, 1994, Section CL40.

BUFFALOW, Lizzie M.

Services for Lizzie M. Buffalow, 86, who lived in Arizona 50 years and died Oct. 4, 1979, were in Mercer Mortuary. Mrs. Buffalow was born in Kansas City, Kansas, and moved here from Oklahoma. Survivors include her children, Loretta Clymer, Ruby Presnell, Arvilla Ghering and George; two sisters, Lillie Gardner and Lucille Elsnor(?); 14 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Interment Memory Lawn Memorial Park. The AZ Republic 6 Oct 1979.

BUGG, Nellie V.

Nellie Victoria Bugg, 76, of 1801 E. McKinley, died Tuesday, July 16, 1974, in St. Luke's Hospital. She had been a nursing assistant 14 years at the Arizona State Hospital. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Nettie V. Coats. Services in the First Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mortensen-Kings Funeral Center. Burial in Memory Lawn Cemetery. 7/18/1974.

BULINSKI, Shirley A.

Shirley A. Bulinski, 77, Born in St. Paul, MN passed away in Mesa, AZ on September 12, 2004. She is survived by sons Edward (Nancy) of San Diego, CA, Larry (Nancy) of Forest Lake, MN, Jerry, John (Kris), and daughter, Julie (Ron) Sparks, grandchildren, Amanda, Michael, Meredith, Mark, Thomas, Peter, Sarah, Kelsey, Daria, and great-grandchildren, Regan and Rianna. Memorial Services will be held Friday, September 17, 2004, 9 AM (visitation) and 10:00 AM (service) at Mariposa Gardens, 400 S. Power Rd. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2929 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85106. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/16/2004.

BULINSKI, Shirley Ann

Shirley Ann Bulinski, 77, of Mesa died Sept. 12, 2004, in Mesa. Services: 10 a. m. Friday at Mariposa Gardens Cemetery Chapel, 6747 E. Broadway Road, Mesa. (480) 830-4422. Submitted on (09/16/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BULKLEY, Dortha Eileen

Dortha Eileen Bulkley died Saturday, September 11, 2004, in Peoria, Arizona. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Constance and Carlos Castillo, of Sun City, Arizona, and one grandson. The regular Holy Eucharist and Healing Service at All Saints of the Desert Episcopal Church will be said for her intention on Wednesday, October 6, 2004 at 10:00 A. M. in the church chapel. Memorials to the All Saints of the Desert Memorial Fund, 9502 W. Hutton Drive, Sun City, Arizona 58351 or to the Sun City Library, Inc., 16828 N. 99th Avenue, Sun City, Arizona 85351. Published in the Daily News-Sun on 9/23/2004.

BULKLEY, William L.

Sun City - William L. Bulkley, 64, who was graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was a chemical engineer 30 years with Amoco Oil Co., died March 10, 1980, in Boswell Hospital. Mr. Mulkley, 10106 Signal Butte Circle, was a member of American Chemical Society, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, Society of Mayflower Descendants and Sons of the American Revolution. He retired in 1977. Surviving are his wife, Dortha; daughter, Constance Costillo, and a grandchild. Services today in All Saints of the Desert Episcopal Church, 9502 W. Hutton Drive. The Arizona Republic Thursday, March 13, 1980.

BULL, William E.

William E. Bull, 65, a retired salesman in home remodeling, died Sunday, June 2, 1974, in a local hospital. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Wife, Thelma; a brother and three sisters. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. 6/4/1974.

BULLA, Beverly

Beverly "Carol" Bulla, 64, passed away at home in Scottsdale, Arizona on September 14, 2004 after a valiant battle with cancer. Carol completed her journey home to God with love, dignity and hope, a reflection of how she lived her life. Carol was born in Hastings, Oklahoma on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 1939 and resided in Arizona for most of her life. Carol attended Gilbert High School where she was the state of Arizona's Future Farmer's of America sweetheart. In 1961, Carol graduated from Arizona State University where she was a member of Chi Omega and met the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Bulla, whom she married after graduation. Bob and Carol enjoyed 43 years of marriage. In addition to Bob, Carol is survived by their three loving children, Bonnie, Kristi, John and her mother, Ruth Wiehl. Carol was preceded in death by her father, Joe Wiehl, brother, William Wiehl, and sister, Joann Lang. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews. Carol was active in the community and gave tirelessly of herself to others. She was on the board of the Arthritis Foundation, the Arizona Chapter, and founded Salute to Summer, a fund raiser to send children with childhood arthritis to summer camp. Carol also suffered from Rheumatoid arthritis for many years, but the disease did not prevent her from creating beautiful oil paintings that were a highlight of the Salute to Summer auction. Carol was also a board member of the Desert Botanical Gardens, a member of Creative Women of Pinnacle Peak and a former member of Friendship Village. Carol will be dearly missed by her family and friends, but she will always remain in our hearts. A memorial service to celebrate Carol's life will be held on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 10:30 A. M. at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480-585-9448). Donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 1313 E. Osborn Rd., Ste. 200, Phoenix, AZ 85014, or the Desert Botanical Gardens, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 in memory of Carol. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Pinnacle Peak Mortuary. Published in The Arizona Republic from 9/17/2004 - 9/19/2004.

BULLA, Beverly

Beverly "Carol" Bulla, 64, passed away at home in Scottsdale, AZ on September 14, 2004 after a valiant battle with cancer. Carol completed her journey home to God with love, dignity and hope, a reflection of how she lived her life. Carol was born in Hastings, OK on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 1939 and resided in Arizona for most of her life. Carol attended Gilbert High School where she was the state of Arizona's Future Farmer's of America sweetheart. In 1961, Carol graduated from Arizona State University where she was a member of Chi Omega and met the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Bulla, whom she married after graduation. Bob and Carol enjoyed 43 years of marriage. In addition to Bob, Carol is survived by their three loving children, Bonnie, Kristi, John; and her mother, Ruth Wiehl. Carol was preceded in death by her father, Joe Wiehl; brother, William Wiehl; and sister, Joann Lang. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews. Carol was active in the community and gave tirelessly of herself to others. She was on the board of the Arthritis Foundation, the Arizona Chapter, and founded Salute to Summer, a fund raiser to send children with childhood arthritis to summer camp. Carol also suffered from Rheumatoid arthritis for many years, but the disease did not prevent her from creating beautiful oil paintings that were a highlight of the Salute to Summer auction. Carol was also a board member of the Desert Botanical Gardens, a member of Creative Women of Pinnacle Peak and a former member of Friendship Village. Carol will be dearly missed by her family and friends, but she will always remain in our hearts. A memorial service to celebrate Carol's life will be held on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 10:30 A. M. at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480-585-9448). Donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 1313 E. Osborn Rd., Ste. 200, Phoenix, AZ 85014, or the Desert Botanical Gardens, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 in memory of Carol. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Pinnacle Peak Mortuary. Submitted on (09/17/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BULLARD, Clara

73, came here 20 years ago from Detroit, Michigan. She was born in Grayling, Michigan. Husband, Orison; sons, Leonard of Clarkston, MI; Charles in Chicago; daughters, Mary BULLARD in California, Mrs. Marion PHILLIPS of Mesa and Mrs. Dorthy BRADLEY of Grosse Point Shore, Michigan, and Mrs. Mildred BLAZICH of Roy, Utah. Burial in Mountain View Cemetery. 9/4/1967.

BULLARD, John K.

John K. Bullard, 68, of Phoenix, died May 16, 1994. He was born in St. Louis and was a sheet metalist and a Navy veteran. Wife, Shirley; daughters, Debra J. Aragon, Sandra L. Parron, Laura L. and Janis K.; son, Robert John; seven grandchildren. Contributions: USS Indianapolis, Survivors, (CA35), P. O. Box 66436, Indianapolis, IN, 46208. 5/19/1994.

BULLER, Donald Orval, Sr.

Donald Orval Buller, Sr., of Phoenix, died Aug. 14, 1994. He was a salesman and an Army veteran. Wife, Patricia; daughters, Christiana Elkins, Aimee, Samantha and Katherine; sons, Robert and Daniel; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. 8/19/1994.

BULLION, Howard W.

Howard W. Bullion, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away September 8, 2004. Howard honorably served his country in the U. S. Navy in WWII. The memorial mass will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2004 at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 10815 N. 35th Ave., at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St. in Howard's name. Arrangements entrusted to Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/12/2004.

BULLION, William E., Sr.

Mesa - William E. Bullion, Sr., 68, a machinist 13 years for Douglas Aircraft in Santa Monica, California, before retiring to Mesa in 1968, died March 3, 1970, at his home, 1630 N. 102nd St. Mr. Bullion was born in Texas and was a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Velma; two sons, William, Jr., of Scottsdale and Donald of Van Nuys, Calif., and six grandchildren. Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. Services and burial in Brownwood, Texas. The Arizona Republic Wednesday, March 4, 1970, p. 10-C.

BULLIS, Maxine Henry

Maxine Henry Bullis, 50, of Bylas, was born in San Carlos. Survivors include her daughters, Mary and Lenell; mother, Jennie Hill; Velda Victor; brothers, Armand Jr., Ted and Valentine HENRY. Published in the Arizona Republic 2/16/1994.

BULLMAN, Stephen

Yuma -- Stephen Bullman, 49, Imperial Valley-Yuma area manager for Circle K Stores, died at his home yesterday, August 10, 1967. Services were at Dixon's Yuma Mortuary. The American Legion conducted graveside rites at Desert Lawn Memorial Park. Mr. Bullman, a native of Lockney, Texas, had been a Yuma resident 13 years. He was captain of Army ordance in World War II. Surviving are his wife, LaMoyne, of Yuma; a son, Steve; and a daughter, Mrs. Vickie Coolley, both of San Juan Capistrano, Calif.; his mother, Mrs. Cleo Mize of Lockney, a sister out of state, and two grandchildren. The AZ Republic Friday, August 11, 1967.

BULLOCK, Edward T.

Edward T. Bullock, 45, of Phoenix, a carpenter, died Jan. 21, 1997. He was born in Bronxville, N.Y. and was a member of United Brotherhood of Carpenters and the Joiners of America. Survivors include daughter, Andrea; son, James; mother, Pearl; sisters, Mary and Patricia; and brothers, George and Jim. Feather and Ingill Mortuary, San Diego. The Arizona Republic 30 Jan 1997, p.CL18.

BULLOCK, Glenn Donald

Glenn Donald Bullock, 73, of Glendale, a retired electrical engineer, died Nov. 2, 1994. He was born in Torrington, Wyoming. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie; son, Donald M.; sister, Betty J.; brother, Lowell A.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Serivces Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Ave., Glendale. Memorial services Glencroft Auditorium, 8641 N. 67th Ave., GLendale. 11/5/1994, p. B9.

BULPITT, Tom

obits.arizonagravestones.org Tom Bulpitt, 79, a retired horticulturist, died Monday, Jan. 12, 1976, in Phoenix Community Hospital. Mr. Bulpitt, 4229 E. Minton, had owned a nursery in Stamford, Connecticut, and had lived in Phoenix since 1971. Survivors include his wife, Mildred; children, Mildred and Thomas H.; a brother; two sisters; and two grandchildren. Private services were arranged by Mercer Mortuary. 1/15/1976.

BUMPOUS, Alexander John

Alexander John "A. J." Bumpous, infant died Sept. 16, 2004 in Mesa. Services: 10 a. m. Monday at Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. (480) 964-8686. Submitted on (09/18/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BUMPOUS, Alexander John

Alexander John (A. J.) Bumpous, infant, of Mesa, AZ, passed away September 16, 2004. Visitation will be held from 3-5:00 PM on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Services will be held 10:00 AM, Monday, September 20, 2004 at Bunker's Garden Chapel. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/18/2004.

BUNCH, William G.

William "Bill" G. Bunch, 44, of Tucson (former Apache Junction resident) died Sept. 4, 2004, in Tucson. Adair Chapel handled arrangements. (520) 326-4343. Submitted on (09/10/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BUNDY, Hugh

23 July 1894 - 1 April 1978 Hugh Bundy, 83, of Sun City, died April 1, 1978, in Boswell Hospital. Mr. Bundy moved to Youngtown in 1962 from Denver and was a real estate broker here for 10 years. He was a member of Youngtown Community Church, the Masons, and a World War I veteran. Wife, Faye, and a sister, Mrs. Clara Byerley of Parker, Kansas, survive. The Arizona Republic Friday, April 21, 1978

BUNKER, Brad Lamond

Brad Lamond Bunker, 4, died Sat., April 22, 1978, from injuries received in a tractor accident. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Randall Bunker; two brothers; four grandparents. His father and grandfather are owners of the mortuary. The Phoenix Gazette Monday, April 24, 1978

BURCH, Allen William

Allen William Burch IV, 44, of Peoria, Arizona, passed away on January 9, 2006. Graveside Services at Sunland Memorial Park, 15826 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, Arizona. Arrangements by Sunland Mortuary. The Arizona Republic on 1/12/2006.

BURCH, Anna

Anna Burch, 59, of 2921 W. Pierce, a retired wholesale clerk, died Feb. 2, 1982, in St. Joseph's Hospital. Mrs. Burch was born in Pryor, Oklahoma, and came to Arizona 39 years ago. She was a member of Orangewood Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include her children, Lynn Avers and Donald; step-mother, Mary Frazier, Phoenix; three sisters, Nila Chase, Payson, Mary Ann Spencer, Linda Owens, and Deborah Fugatt, all of Phoenix; three brothers, L.T. Frazier, Salt Lake City, UT, Paul Frazier, Anaheim, CA, Bill Frazier, Bellflower, CA; and very close friend, Jim Kirkman; eight grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Memorial services at Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 W. Bethany. Interment Greenwood. The AZ Republic Feb. 5, 1982.

BURCH, Byron F., Jr.

Paradise Valley - Byron F. Burch, Jr., 55, who had been a real estate salesman for Tom Jackson and Associates for 12 years, died Oct. 28, 1982, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Mr. Burch was born in Alabama and moved to Arizona 23 years ago from California. He received a bachelor's degree in business and engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and worked for General Electric from 1954 until 1970 as a computer engineer. He served two years active duty in the Army and was in the reserves for 15 years. Survivors include his wife Marguerite; sons, Byron III, Eric, and Philip; and daughter, Diana. Memorial services were at Messinger Mortuary Chapel, Scottsdale. The AZ Republic 10/30/1982.

BURCH, Katie Bell

Katie Bell Burch, 92, of Glendale, died June 14, 1994. She was born in Canyon, Texas, and was a retired nurse. Daughters, Sahrline Reedy and Marjorie Odom; sons, Jim and David; seven grandchildren. Services were in Amarillo, Texas. 6/16/1994.

BURCH, Oliver Wendel

Oliver Wendel Burch, 68, a retired papermaker, died Thursday, June 13, 1974, in Memorial Medical Center at Niagara Falls, N.Y. He was an Army Air Corp veteran of World War II and was awarded a Bronze star. Wife, Sue; a daughter, Carolyn; sons, Thomas, Richard and Roderick; a sister out of state and two grandchildren. Graveside services at Memory Lawn Memorial Park, 2300 W. Van Buren. 6/16/1974.

BURD, Marion Anna

Sun City -- Marion Anna Burd, 63, died Sunday, Sep. 3, 1967, in Luke AFB Hospital. She had been a resident of Sun City since 1962. She was born in Providence, Rhode Island, and came here from North Tonawanda, New York. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and of St. Joachim's Catholic Parish. Husband, Daniel; son, Thomas of Ironwood, Michigan; daughter, Mrs. Wayne WAGNER of Lockport, N. Y.; seven brothers out of state; and five grandchildren. Burial in North Tonawanda, New York. 9/5/1967.

BURDEN, Edith Z.

Edith Z. Burden, 75, died Jan. 24, 1980, in Beverly Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Central United Methodist Church. She moved to Phoenix in 1957 from Illinois where she was a past president of the Rock River Conference of the Order of Eastern Star. Children, June Ann Burmeister, Robert N. and Ralph W. Burden, Jr.; 13 grandchildren; three sister and four brothers. 26 January 1980.

BURDETTE, Nell

Tempe - Nell BUrdette, 79, of Tempe, was born in Greensburg, Kentucky, and died Feb. 3, 1982, in her home. She came to Arizona 23 years ago. Mrs. Burdette was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Tempe. Survivors include her husband, Walter; children, Juanita Clayton and Walter, Jr.; a brother; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services at Carr Mortuary. Feb. 6, 1982.

BURDETTE, Patricia Othel

Patricia Othel Burdette, 82, of Glendale, Arizona passed away December 14, 2005. She was born August 20, 1923 in Alamosa, Colorado. Preceded in death by son Michael Louis Elias in 1968. Survived by companion of 32 years, Stewart Hamilton Weston; daughter Patricia Lynn Taylor, son Timothy Lee Elias, daughter Heidi Jean Burdette, and granddaughter Cynthia Susanna Elias. Regency Mortuary. The Arizona Republic on 1/12/2006.

BURDETTE, Robert G.

Services for Robert G. Burdette, 34, were in Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 1401 E. Madison. Webber & Sons Mortuary. Mr. Burdette died Oct. 26, 1979, at his home. He lived in Arizona 32 years and worked at a cotton compress. Survivors include his wife, Syriah; children Rodney Walker, Lillian, Dion, and Robert Burdette; father, William Henry Burdette; and a sister. The AZ Republic Nov. 2, 1979, p. D3.

BURDGE, Brittany Ann

Brittany Ann Burdge, 9, of Mesa, died June 13, 1994. She was a student at Helen Keller Elementary School, was born in Mesa. Parents, Ann and Brad; sisters, Molly and Kearsten; brothers, Aaron and Ryan. St. Timothy's Catholic Church, 1730 W. Guadalupe, Mesa. Lakeshore Mortuary. The Arizona Republic 6/16/1994.

BURDICK, Howard C.

Wickenburg: 55: born in Emmetsburg, Iowa; moved to Kingman from New Mexico in 1957.:: Anna Lee: sons, Jerry, Robert and Duane; daughters, Linda, Sherry and Judy; mother, Mrs. Clint BURDICK of Iowa.: Deer Valley Memorial Garden: 18 August 1967

BURDICK, Melville Richard

Melville Richard Burdick, 72, who had been a sheetmetal worker and a member of Metal Workers Union Local NO. 359 in Phoenix, died Monday (Oct. 4, 1982) in a Valley hospital. He was born in Pennsylvania and move to Arizona 39 years ago from Ohio. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge 708. Survivors include a daughter, Betty Lou Henry; a son, Jack; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1982.

BURDICK, Rev. Harry L.

The Rev. Harry L. Burdick, 53, a minister 22 years who came here in 1956 from California and was with South Phoenix Foursquare Church, died Oct. 3, 1979, in Phoenix Veterans Hospital. Mr. Burdick, 4817 S. Ninth St., was a World War II Veteran. He is survived by his wife, Frances; two sisters and a brother. Services were in A.L.Moore & Sons Memory Chapel. 5 Oct 1979

BURG, Joseph A.

Rosary was recited in the Whitney and Murphy Funeral Home for Joseph A. Burg, 73, who died Jan. 26, 1960, in his home. Requiem high mass in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. Mr. Burg, a native of Illinois, came to Phoenix three years ago from Colorado. He was a retired salesman. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; a stepson, William Schaffer, Phoenix; a stepdaughter, Mrs. James Stephenson, Glendale; and a sister, Mrs. Clara Richardson, Orian Park, Illinois. AZ Republic Wed., Jan 27, 1960.

BURGE, Alma

Alma Burge, 83, who came here in 1933 from Champaign, Illinois, died Thursday, July 18, 1974, in the Medi Center. She was formerly employed by TransAmerica Title Co. Survivors include sons, Lawrence and Paul and seven grandchildren. Private cremation. 7/20/1974.

BURGESS, Charles

Tempe - Charles R. Burgess, 80, a retired sales manager with Campbell Soup Co., died Dec. 17, 1982, at his residence. Mr. Burgess, of 1508 E. Hermosa, was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and moved to Arizona from Michigan 15 years ago. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Eau Claire. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Jo McClay; son, Brad; a sister; and a grandchild. Memorial services Tuesday at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2085 E. Southern. Green Acres Mortuary made arrangements. Published in The Arizona Republic December 19, 1982, p. F17.

BURGESS, John T.

John T. Burgess, 62, who owned Mrs. Simmons Pastry Shop at Central and Camelback from 1948 to 1960 and founded La Ronde Camera Shop in Sun City in 1972, died Oct. 13, 1979, in his home. He came to Phoenix 31 years ago from Pasadena, Calif., and was a mason. Surviving are his wife, Janis; sons, Gerald Mickey and Gene; three sisters; two brothers and two grandchildren. Hansen Mortuary. The AZ Republic 15 Oct 1979.

BURGESS, Mary Rachel

Mrs. Mary Rachel Burgess, 66, of 1320 E. Bethany Home Road, died Sunday, June 30, 1974, in a local nursing home. Husband, Daniel W. and a son, Richard, survive. Services were private. A.L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. July 1, 1974.

BURGESS, Monte A.

Mesa - Monte A. Burgess, 76, a retired insurance and real estate broker, died Mar. 9, 1970. He was born in Summum, IL, and came here from Chinook, Montana, seven years ago. He was a World War I Army veteran. He was a member of the American Lutheran Church. Wife, Dorothy; son, Thomas of Charlotte, N. C.; daughters, Elizabeth WILSHUSEN, May C ... of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, Nancy INMAN of Chinook, Shirley McCOLLUM of New Orleans; stepdaughter, Gloria NELSON of Seattle. Burial in Green Acres Cemetery, Scottsdale. 3/10/1970.

BURGESS, Norman C.

Norman C. Burgess, 84, of Sun City, died Apr. 28, 1978. He had been an Arizona resident for nine years after moving from Washington. He was a self-employed realtor and a World War I veteran. Wife, Ella; a son, Donald N.; a brother; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Arizona Burial Cremation Service. The Phoenix Gazette Saturday, April 29, 1978

BURGESS, Raymond N.

Raymond N. Burgess, 85, who had been a lieutenant colonel in the Army for 14 years, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Services for Burgess of 19026 Signal Butte Circle, Sun City, will be Monday in the First United Presbyterian Church, 12225 103rd Ave., Sun City. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska, and moved to Sun City in 1972 from Seattle. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Scottish Rite in Seattle, the El Zaribah Shrine Temple, the Retired Officers Club of Sun City and Host Lions Club. Survivors include his wife, Helen; a son, Raymond Jr. of WA; two daughters, Roberta Harris of PA and Barbara Wilson of OR; three stepchildren; Dean Langdon of PA and H. Allan Langdon of NE and Nancy Allen of TX; 19 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Menke Funeral Home. Friday, Oct. 22, 1982.

BURK, Billy Don, Jr.

Billy Don Burk, Jr., 18, who was born in Phoenix and was a carpenter for Burk Construction Co. in Alaska, was killed in same plane crash as his uncle, Frank J. Burk, while on a hunting trip to Alaska. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Burk and three sisters. Interment Memory Lawn Cemetery. Published in the Arizona Republic 10/3/1980.

BURK, Edward

Chandler --Graveside services for Edward Marlin Burk, 54, a farm worker who was born in Mississippi and came to Arizona in 1959, will be in Valley of the Sun Cemetery, 348 W. Chandler Heights Road. Mr. Burk, 64 W. Fairview, died January 2, 1982, in Chandler Community Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Edna Mae; Children, Sissie, Susan, Bobby, Johnny, Jimmy and Darrell; 10 grandchildren; a sister and a brother. Botimer Mortuary made arrangements. the Arizona Republic, Friday, January 8, 1982, p. E3.

BURK, Frank J.

Frank J. Burk, 36, was killed Sept. 29, 1980, in a plane crash on a hunting trip to Alaska. Mr. Burk had been a supervisor with Burk Construction Co. in Fluor, AK. He graduated from Agua Fria High School, attended Arizona State University and served in the Air Force 1965-1969. Wife, Jean Ann; daughter, Christina; mother and stepfather, Evelyn and Cecil F. Burk; father, Henry F. Jones; four sisters and three brothers. Interment Memory Lawn Cemetery. 10/3/1980.

BURKALL, Ruby F.

Ruby F. Burkall died Dec. 19, 1970, in Memorial Hospital. She had operated Burkall's Wholesale Nursery with her husband before retiring a few years ago. A native of Saskatchewan, Mrs. Burkall moved here six years ago from Gardenia, CA. Survivors include a son, Richard, of Phoenix; four daughters, Mrs. Gloria Banks and Mrs. Shirley Ireland, both of Phoenix, Mrs. Beverly Dane, Fountain Valley CA, and Mrs. Florence Nagel, Ely, NV; 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Cremation followed services in Mercer Mortuary. 12/20/1970.

BURKE, Beverly F., Sr.

Mass of Requiem for Beverly F. Burke, 71, a pioneer Arizona druggist who died yesterday, August 16, 1967, in St. Joseph's Hospital, will be sung in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. 4715 N. Central. Mr. Burke was born in Prescott where his father built the Burke Hotel, now the St. Michael Hotel. He started his career in pharmacy in Prescott and came to Phoenix in 1923 to manage the Owl Drug Store. In 1963 Mr. Burke was named Arizona's outstanding retail druggist by the American Druggist magazine. He was a past president of the State board of Pharmacy and an hororary member of a pharmacy college fraternity at the University of Arizona. Mr. Burke, 1808 N. 11th St., became a partner in the Dorsey-Burke Drug Store in 1925 and opened his own store the same year at Fourth St and Van Buren where he operated it until 1948. He then opened a store in the Medical Center, 1313 N. 2nd St. and later opened one in the Orthopedic Clinic, 2626 N. 3rd St. He was a member of the Elks, Arizona Club, Phoenix Country Club, Knights of Columbus and was a Phoenix Rotary Club member since 1934. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; two sons, James M. and Beverly, Jr., all of Phoenix; a daughter, Carolyn Oliver of Tucson, and 11 grandchildren. Graveside services Saturday in St. Francis Cemetery. Friends may call in Whitney and Murphy Funeral Home. The family suggests contributions to the Sisters of Mercy of St. Joseph's Hospital. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Aug. 17, 1967.

BURKE, Doris Joan

Sun City - Doris Joan Burke, 59, who moved to Sun City in 1973 from her native Chicago, died Nov. 23, 1982, at Beverly Manor. She was a member of St. Clement's of Rome Catholic Parish and was past membership chairman of the Arizona Collie Clan, Inc. Survivors include nieces and nephews. Wednesday, November 24, 1982.

BURKE, Frank V.

Sun City - Rosary for Frank V. Burke, 62, was in Lundberg Sunland Mortuary. Mass was in the Church of St. Clement, 15800 N. Del Webb Blvd. Mr. Burke, 10318 Gulf Hills Drive, died June 25, 1978, in his home. He retired as a lieutenant after 27 years with the Chicago Fire Department, was a fourth degree Knight of Columbus and president of the Arizona Collie Clan. Survivors include his wife, Doris; a sister, Anne Kenpion (?), Chicago; and a brother, Robert Burke, Palatine, Ill. Interment Sunland Memorial Park. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/27/1978.

BURKE, Ila I.

Safford --Services for Ila I. Burke, 86, who died Jan. 3, 1982, at the Phoenix home of her son, were in the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Safford. Mrs. Burke, a native of Hubbard City, Texas, moved to Phoenix from Montana in 1961. She then moved here in 1966 but returned to Phoenix in 1972. [sic] She was a housewife. Survivors include a son, Armon MILLER; a sister and a brother; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Caldwell Funeral Home made arrangements. the Arizona Republic, Wednesday, January 6, 1982.

BURKE, John E.

John E. Burke, retired Maricopa County elections director, died Nov. 25, 1982, at Good Samaritan Medical Center. Mr. Burke was born in Denton, Kansas, and moved to Phoenix from Washington, D.C. in 1948. He is survived by his wife, Jewel F.; daughter, Mary Porter, of Ann Arbor, MI; and two grandchildren, John and Jennifer Porter. A.L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. 11/29/1982.

BURKE, Larry, Jr.

Mesa - Services for Larry Roy Burke, Jr., 18, a bricklayer who was born in Arizona, were in Papago Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Extension Road. A wake was in the family home. Larry Roy died Oct. 25, 1979, in St. Joseph's Hospital. He is survived by his parents, Larry Burk {sic} and Donna Giles; a brother and three sisters. Botimer Family Mortuary handled arrangements. The AZ Republic Oct. 31, 1979, p. D5.

BURKE, Virginia M.

Virginia M. Burke, 72, of Marana, a bookkeeper, died May 17, 1994. She was born in Windsor, Colorado. Son, Richard A.; brothers, Harold and Jay HUDSON. Green Acres Mortuary, Scottdale. 5/20/1994.

BURKE, William C.

9 Sept 1900 - 17 April 1978 William C. Burke, 78, of Buckeye, died April 17, 1978. He was a Texas native and came to the Buckeye area in 1930. He was a farm contractor. Wife, Retha; two sons, Billy and Jerry; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister. Services were in First Baptist Church. The Arizona Republic, Thursday, April 20, 1978

BURKETT, Norman Curtis

Norman Curtis Burkett, 50, of Phoenix, died Feb. 2, 1994. He was born in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania, and was a computer technician and Marine Corps veteran. Daughter, Aimee; son, David. Friday, February 4, 1994.

BURKHALTER, Albert E.

Albert E. Burkhalter, 62, who was a retired lieutenant colonel of the Air Force and a native of Houston, TX, died Feb. 2, 1982, in St. Luke's Hospital. Mr. Burkhalter, 602 E. Boca Raton, lived in Arizona the past four years. He is survived by his wife, Helen; children, Debra Burkhalter, Houston, TX, Michael Burkhalter, Seattle, WA, Roger Burkhalter, Houston, TX, and Mark Burkhalter, Seattle; stepsons, Howard Hinkle and Richard Hinkle of San Francisco and William Hinkle of Kodiak, Alaska; three grandchildren and a sister, Alice Spraggins. Graveside services in Greenwood Memorial Park, 2300 W. Van Buren. A.L.Moore & Sons Mortuary. The AZ Republic Feb. 4, 1982.

BURKS, Ernest

Chandler -- Ernest Burks, 59, a chef here eight years, was killed in an auto accident Monday, May 8, 1967, in an auto accident near Yuma. He had been a chef at the Yorktown Restaurant in Chandler and the Maricopa Inn in Mesa. He was a veteran of World War II> He was born in Sullivan, IL. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Jacqueline Abrams of Chandler and Karen Sue Burks of Springfield, IL; a son, Larry R. of CA; six grandchildren; and three brothers and a sister all out of state. Military rites were in Gardens of Peace Cemetery. 5/10/1967.

BURLAND, Callie Lou

Services for Callie Lou Burland, 19, were Wednesday in Maryvale Mortuary, 6901 W. Indian School. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Park. Miss Burland, of 3446 N. 48th Drive, a student at Maryvale High School, died Wednesday in John C. Lincoln Hospital from injuries suffered in a motor vehicle accident. A member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Miss Burland had lived in Phoenix for the past five years. Before that she lived for three years in Germany, where her father was stationed with the Air Force. Surviving are her father, M. Sgt. Graydon C. Burland, serving in Thailand; her mother, Mrs. Joyce B. Burland of Phoenix; a sister, Sue Lin, of Riverside, California; a brother, Timothy, of Phoenix; and grandparents, Mrs. Leo McEssey, Fon du Lac, WI, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Burland, Miami, FL. The Arizona Republic Monday, May 15, 1967, p. 24.

BURNES, David Eugene

Mesa - David Eugene Burnes, 24, a native of Mesa, died Nov. 15, 1982, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Mr. Burnes was attending school to become an X-ray technician. Survivors include his wife, Loretta; son, David; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Burnes; two brothers; a sister and grandparents. Services were at Gibbons-Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Sirrine. 11/17/1982.

BURNETTE, Elizabeth Dean

Elizabeth Dean Burnette, 85, who helped organize the Phoenix Center for the Blind, died Monday, June 3, 1974, in Beatitudes Care Center. Mrs. Burnette came here in 1934 from Denver. She was a member of the Musicians Club and a life member of United Methodist Women at First United Methodist Church. Sons, Clayton J. Dean and Loren R. Dean; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Private cremation. 6/5/1974.

BURNEY, Howard Wayne

26 Jan 1930 - 13 April 1978 Howard Wayne Burney, 48, of Phoenix, died April 13, 1978. He was a bricklayer and moved to Arizona 19 years ago from Minnesota. Wife, Kathleen; children, Linda Henretta, Barbara Jean Eulate, Rita Burney, Howard J., and David. The Arizona Republic Monday, April 17, 1978

BURNEY, Lawrence David

Lawrence David Burney, 46, of Mammoth, died Feb. 15, 1994. He was born in Tucson and was a millwright. Wife, Cindy; daughters, Lana and Lacy; sons, Layne, Larry and Landon; sisters, Helen Castorena, Dorothy Gates, Mary Jane Santos, Louise Amado and Frances Dowdy; and four grandchildren. Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Mammoth. Griffith Mortuary. 2/18/1994.

BURNHAM, Amy Kelso

Amy Kelso Burnham, 70, a past regent of the Maricopa County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, died Tues., Sep. 5, 1967, in her home. She was born in New Salem, Indiana, and moved to Phoenix 25 years ago. She attended Shortridge Prep School and graduated from Butler University, both in Indianapolis. Husband, Olin; son, Robert C. KELSO; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were in the First Congregational Church, 2nd St. & Willetta. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. 9/8/1967.

BURNHAM, Huger

Sun City - Huger Burnham, 74, retired vice president of DePree Marketing Co. in Holland, Michigan, died Dec. 27, 1982, at Boswell Memorial Hospital. Mr. Burnham, of 14214 N. 103rd Ave., was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and moved to Sun City from Michigan in 1972. He was past president of Holland Rotary Club, Hiliand and Zeeland Housing Authority and Michigan-American Marketing Association. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; daughters, Sandra Marion of Ohio and Diana Carlson of Michigan; and two grandchildren. Family Services were arranged by Menke Funeral Home. Published in the Arizona Republic December 29, 1982.

BURNS, Floyd Arnold

Floyd Arnold Burns, 64, of Coolidge, a farmer, was born in Indianola, Oklahoma. Daughters, Kathie DUNN, Shirlee HELM and Sandra CARTER; sons, Larry and Roger. Casa Grande services. 8/20/1994.

BURNS, Grace M.

Grace M. Burns, 75, Mesa, Arizona, passed away September 27, 2004. Services 10 a. m., Friday, October 1, 2004 at Mtn. View Memorial Gardens Mortuary, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/29/2004.

BURNS, Grace M.

Grace M. Burns, 75, of Mesa died Sept. 27, 2004, in Mesa. Services: 10 a. m. Friday at Mountain View Memorial Gardens Mortuary Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa. (480) 832-2850. Submitted on (09/30/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BURNS, Helen D.

Fountain Hills - Mass for Helen D. Burns, 56, who died Dec. 19, 1982, at Good Samaritan Hospital, was at the Church of the Ascension in Fountain Hills. Mrs. Burns was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and moved to Arizona in 1975. She is survived by her husband, Jim; daughters, Christine Seip and Loreen; sons, Tom and Jeffrey; father, Peter Goralczyk; three sisters, a brother and five grandchildren. Arizona Burial Service made arrangements. 12/21/1982.

BURNS, Jeremy W.

Jeremy W. Burns, 17, of Buckeye, died Feb. 9, 1994. He was born in Boulder City, Nevada, and was a student at Buckeye High School. Parents, Sherry Carter and Carl; sister, Brady; brothers, Bryce, Beach, Casey and Seth; and grandparents. Services Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Buckeye. Friday, February 11, 1994

BURNS, Lorraine A.

Mrs. Lorraine A. Burns, 58, who came to Phoenix 12 years ago from Compton, California, died Sunday, July 7, 1974, in her Payson home where she lived for seven years. She was a secretary. Survivors include a half-brother, Chester Gunderson and nephew, W. A. Burns survive. Greenwood Cemetery. 7/10/1974.

BURNS, Rhea

1 Oct 1907 - 12 Oct 1982 Rhea Burns, 75, a homemaker, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1982. Mrs. Burns was born in Germany and moved to Phoenix in 1972 from New York City. She was a member of the Church of St. Agnes. Survivors include her husband, Charles; son, Charles; daughter, Constance; a sister; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Interment East Resthaven. Mass was in the Church of St. Agnes, 1954 N. 24th St. The Phoenix Gazette 10/14/1982.

BURNS, Robert T.

Peoria - Robert T. Burns, 81, who moved here in 1976 from his native Salt Lake City where he was a former technician for Branett Paint & Glass Co., died Oct. 8, 1979, in Valley View Hospital. Mr. Burns was a Scottish Rite Mason and a member of El Zaribah Shrine. He is survived by his wife, Ruby; children, Betty Jean Mitchel and Gerald Moser; and nine grandchildren. Serivces were in Glendale Resthaven Park. Oct. 13, 1979.

BURNS, Robert William, Jr.

Robert William Burns, Jr., 73, of Mesa, died Feb. 16, 1994. He was born in Tularosa, New Mexico, and a wholesale representative for a furniture store and an Army veteran. Wife, Celia; son, Robert III; daughter, Toy Anne Lies; stepdaughter, Kay Russell; stepson, Jim Zaharis; sister, Dorothy McBride; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Bunker's Garden Chapel, Mesa. 2/17/1994.

BURNS, William J.

In Memory of William J. Burns June 23, 1935 - September 24, 1999 'To Where You Are' Who can say for certain Maybe you're still here I feel you all around me Your memories so clear As my heart hold you Just one beat away I cherish all you gave me everyday 'Cause you are mine Forever love Watching me from up above And I believe That love will live on and never leave A breath away's not far To where you are. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/24/2004.

BURR, Michael Richard

Michael Richard Burr, 14, and Steven Douglas Gibbons, 13, were killed Sat., Jan. 10, 1976, in an auto-bicycle accident. Michael, of 2050 W. Dobbins, was also a native of Phoenix and a member of the LDS Sixth Ward. He attended John F. Kennedy Junior High School where he was active in sports. Mother, Mrs. Craig Heisel; father, Fred Burr, Jr.; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brockmeier and Mr. and Mrs. C. Fred Burr; two brothers and a sister. 1/14/1976 p. C-3.

BURRELL, Lucy F.

Lucy F. Burrell, 75, a legal secretary who came here 47 years ago from Detroit and was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and Sodality at the Church of St. Agnes, died Nov. 1, 1979, in Doctors Hospital. Mrs. Burrell is survived by her children, Marianne Hawn, Margaret Ann Dodd and Clifford F. Fischer, Jr.; two sisters; three brothers; 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The AZ Republic Nov. 2, 1979, p. D3.

BURRIE, Lyle John

Lyle John Burrie, 54, a superintendent for Gosnel Development Co., died Nov. 15, 1982, at John C. Lincoln Greenway Medical Center. Mr. Burrie was born in Logan, Utah, and moved to Phoenix in 1972 from Anaheim, CA. He served in the Navy in World War II and was a member of the Carpenters Union and was a high priest in the 41st Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his wife, Ardelle; two sons, Lyle Jon and Jay Ryan; three daughters, Bonnie Bowman and Lila and Sheri Burrie; four sisters and seven grandchildren. Services were at the church, 325 W. Greenway. Sunnyside Mortuary handled arrangements. 11/17/1982.

BURRIS, James A.

41, Ajo, was born in Queens County, Maryland, and came to Arizona 20 years ago. Wife, Dortha; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vickers BURRIS; two sisters and two brothers out of state. Burial in Ajo Cemetery. 9/10/1967.

BURRIS, John W.

4 Mar 1922 - 5 Oct 1982 John W. Burris died Oct. 5, 1982. Survived by his wife, Jeanne M.; sons, Richard W. Burris, St. Charles, MO, John M. Burris, Joseph City, AZ, Charles D. Burris, Lilburg, GA, Robert J. Burris and Jeffery W. Burris, both of Phoenix; mother, Hattie O. Burris, Phoenix; 7 grandchildren. Grimshaw Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany. The Phoenix Gazette 10/7/1982.

BURROW, Lena

23 May 1894 - 24 Dec 1982 Cottonwood - Lena Burrow, 88, of 302 N. 14th St., died Dec. 24, 1982, at her residence. Mrs. Burrow was born in Arkansas and moved to Cottonwood from California 23 years ago. She is survived by her daughter, Minnie Heart; son, James T.; three sisters and a brother; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and a gr-great-grandchild. Services at Westcott Funeral Home. 12/27/1982.

BURROW, Rhoda Elizabeth "Bettie"

Rhoda Elizabeth "Bettie" Burrow, 82, died Thursday, April 20, 1978, en route to a Phoenix hospital. Mrs. Burrow moved to Arizona from Oklahoma 43 years ago and was a member of First Southern Baptist Church. Two daughters, Flora Jump and Elizabeth Brooks; three sons, Kenneth, Val, and Frank; one sister; one brother; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Memory Lawn Mortuary. The Phoenix Gazette Friday, April 21, 1978

BURROWS, Dock L.

Dock L. Burrows, 55, born in Georgia, moved to Arizona 25 years ago from Arkansas. He worked for the Southwest Lumber Mills in McNary before moving to Phoenix nine years ago. Son, T. Clifford; daughter, Mrs. Margaret Farrow. Published in the Arizona Republic June 14, 1962.

BURROWS, George W.

Funeral services for George W. Burrows, who died Thursday, Jan. 28, 1960, in a Phoenix hospital, will be held at Arizona Funeral Home Chapel, 376 N. Third Ave. Chaplain Manuel Zaldivar will officiate. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park. Mr. Burrows was a veteran of World War II and had been employed at Luke Air Force Base. He resided at 4412 N. 28th Dr. He came to Phoenix from Iowa eight years ago. Survivors are his wife, Gloria M.; a son, David L., Phoenix, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Burrows, Muscatine, Iowa. Saturday, 30 January 1960.

BURT, Doris G.

Doris G. Burt, 68,who had been a department head for Arizona Highways magazine for 18 years, died Sun., Mar. 8, 1970. Mrs. Burt was born in Peru, IN, and came to Coolidge in 1928. She was a member of Capitol Methodist Church. Husband, Stanley; daughter, Mrs. Doris CLONTS of Phoenix; a sister and brother out of state; and two grandchildren. Cremation. 3/10/1970.

BURT, Leonard D.

Leonard D. Burt, 73, who had been a landscape contractor, died Jan. 30, 1982. He was born in Atwood, Indiana, and came to Arizona in 1941. Survivors include his wife, Helen Burt; children, Joyce Wheeler, Dan, David and Bill; a brother; a sister; 10 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services at the Church of the Beatitudes, 555 W. Glendale. A.L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. Feb. 1, 1982.

BURT, Raymond Alton

Raymond Alton Burt, 72, of Payson, a retired foreman for Caterpillar Co., was born in Lodi, Calif. Survivors include his wife, Margaret; son, Roger; brother, John. Published in the Arizona Republic 2/16/1994.

BURTON, Donna Mallicoat

Donna Mallicoat Burton of Scottsdale, Arizona and formerly of Clinton, Iowa died Sunday, September 19, 2004, in Scottsdale, Arizona. She was born Donna Marie Gieseman on June 3, 1922 in White Lake, South Dakota to Fred Gieseman and Edith Schurbon Gieseman. She was raised in Andrew, Iowa by her foster parents, C. Albert and Lena Schurbon. They were her uncle and her aunt. She graduated from Andrew High School, Andrew, Iowa and from AIC in Davenport, Iowa. Donna married Harold E. Mallicoat in 1946 in Andrew, Iowa. He died in November 1, 1981. She married Alvin R. Burton August 17, 1984 in Scottsdale, Arizona. She retired from Ambassador Leather in 1987. She was an active member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. Donna is survived by husband Al, of Scottsdale, her son Mark D. Mallicoat and his wife Kathleen, of Clinton, Iowa, three grandchildren; Jennifer Schnitzler, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Rebecca McConnell, Houston, Texas and Eric Mallicoat of Clinton, Iowa, and three great grandchildren. Also, three stepchildren, Andrew Burton and his wife Michelle of Singapore, Susan Burton, Los Angeles, California and Mark Burton also of Los Angeles, California and three step grandchildren and one step great grandchild. In addition one sister, Ardyce KrelI, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and one brother, Eldon Gieseman of White Lake, South Dakota, survives her. Her parents and two sisters preceded her in death. There will be a Memorial Service at 2:00 p. m. on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3641 N. 56th St., Phoenix. Messinger Indian School Mortuary handled the arrangements. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/22/2004.

BURTON, Ronald Gene

Ronald Gene Burton, 64, of Glendale, AZ passed away September 17, 2004. He was born 5-27-40 in Murphysboro, IL. Ron is survived by his wife Joy, daughter Carla, son-in-law and best friend Jerry Ebrigt, grandchildren Calob and Ali, mother Gail Burton of Waterloo, IL, 2 brothers Joe and Terry (Paula) and sister Sandy Heseling, 7 nephews and 3 nieces. Ron served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps. He was a man of principal and honor who loved and was loved by his family. He was a great husband and father and the best Papaw ever. Private memorial service pending. Donations to Hospice. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/20/2004.

BURTWELL, Robert F.

Private services and cremation were held for Robert F. Burtwell, 69, of 1727 W. Peoria Ave., who died July 27, 1967, in John C. Lincoln Memorial Hospital. Mr. Burtwell, a native of London, had lived in Arizona 13 years. He was retired. He is survived by his wife, Florence; two sons, Harry of Birmingham, Michigan, and Robert, of Clawson, Michigan; two daughters, Mrs. Irene Dahl of Royal Oaks, Michigan, and Mrs. Florence May of Rochester, Michigan; grandson, Fred Luedeman, Phoenix; 24 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. 7th St. AZ Republic Saturday, July 29, 1967.

BURY, Gregory

Gregory Bury, 71, of Sun City, died Jan. 27, 1997. He was born in Poland and was a mechanic. Wife, Marian; daughter, Regina. Camino Del Sol Funeral Chapel, 13738 Camino Del Sol, Sun City. Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 19002 N. 128th Dr., Sun City West. The Arizona Republic 30 Jan 1997, p.CL18.

BUSBY, James B.

Youngtown -- Graveside servivces for James B. Busby of Albuquerque, were at Sunland Memorial Park. Mr. Busby died in Albuquerque on Tuesday, July 25, 1967. He had been a frequent visitor to Youngtown. Lundberg's Golden Door Chapel, 11211 Michigan Ave., Youngtown. Mr. Busby is survived by his wife, Geri, and three children all residing in Albuquerque. AZ Republic Friday, July 28, 1967.

BUSCH, William

Mesa - William Busch, 81, was a retired letter carrier who came to Arizona from Pennsylvania and lived here three years, died Jan. 26, 1980, in Mesa. Survived by daughter, Virginia Hauptmann. Services were in Brooklyn, N.Y. Burial in Brooklyn, New York. 1/29/1980.

BUSE, Isabel C.

Salome - Isabel C. Buse, 87, a retired teacher at Yuma School District No. 1, died Oct. 27, 1982, at Boswell Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Buse was a 52-year Arizona resident and belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary in Blythe, Calif. She is survived by her daughters, Charlotte Moore and Pauline Sandholt and two sisters. Universal Memorial Center handled private family services. The AZ Republic 10/30/1982.

BUSENBACK, Blanche L.

Blanche L. Busenbark, 92, who was brought to Duncan in 1887 died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1976, in the Pioneers Home at Prescott. Mrs. Busenbark moved to Phoenix in 1911 and was a member of the Phoenix First Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had been in the home since 1970. Survivors include daughters, Viola Oviatt and Lucille Patterson; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services Saturday in Arizona Funeral Home Chapel, 376 N. Third Ave. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Feb. 12, 1976.

BUSENBACK, Blanche L.

Blanche L. Busenbark, 92, who was brought to Duncan in 1887 died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1976, in the Pioneers Home at Prescott. Mrs. Busenbark moved to Phoenix in 1911 and was a member of the Phoenix First Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had been in the home since 1970. Survivors include daughters, Viola Oviatt and Lucille Patterson; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services Saturday in Arizona Funeral Home Chapel, 376 N. Third Ave. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Feb. 12, 1976.

BUSEY, James E.

James E. Busey, 78, owner of Standard Roofing and Supply Co., Inc., died Dec. 8, 1982. He was born in Joplin, Missouri, and moved to Arizona in 1923 from New Mexico. Survived by wife, Betty; daughter Mary Anne Busey, Scottsdale; brother, former Phoenix mayor, Ray Busey. Memorial services Scottsdale United Methodist Church. 12/10/1982.

BUSH, Albert

Sun City - Albert Bush, 71, who retired here in 1962 from Hawthorne, New York, died Jan. 23, 1980, in Boswell Hospital. He worked 34 years as a substation operator for Consolidated Edison Co. Wife, Madeline; daughter, Patricia Smith; and a grandchild. 28 January 1980.

BUSH, Frank A.

Frank A. Bush, 88, of Phoenix, died Jan. 31, 1994. He was born in Ft. Collins, Colorado, and was a retired steel painter. Wife, Margaret; son, Frank, Jr., two grandchildren. Services Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary mausoleum chapel. Tuesday, February 1, 1994.

BUSH, Harold J.

Harold J. Bush, 87, of Peoria, AZ passed away Sept. 28, 2004. Memorial services will be held 10:00 A. M. . Saturday, Oct. 2, 2004 at Menke Funeral Home Chapel, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/30/2004.

BUSH, Herbert F., Dr.

Services for Dr. Herbert F. Bush, 67, of 5906 N. 15th St., who died Wednesday in Phoenix Veterans Administration Hospital, will be in Denver, it was announced by A.L.Moore and Sons Mortuary. Born in Elizabeth, Indiana, Dr. Bush practiced dentistry in Denver for many years until coming to Phoenix for his health a year ago. He was affiliated with the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, the Shrine, and the Masonic and York Rite Lodges. He was a veteran of World War I. Dr. Bush is survived by his wife, N. Marguerite, and a sister, Mrs. A. E. Chandler; a brother, Howard; and two nieces, all of Denver. The Arizona Republic Friday, January 1, 1960.

BUSH, John Bolton

John Bolton Bush, 82, of Scottsdale, died Wed., July 3, 1974, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Survivors include children, J. W., W. E., Norman K., and Mrs. Milton D. Early, Jr.; a brother; 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Services and burial in Portales, New Mexico. 7/4/1974.

BUSH, Marybeth

Marybeth, 70, of Phoenix, died June 10, 1994. She was born in Casper, Wyoming, and was a real estate agent and former airline stewardess and teacher. Husband, William P.; daughter, Mary V.; sons, W. Paul; brother, Robert W. BURNS; two grandchildren. Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School, Scottsdale. Arizona Republic 6/16/1994.

BUSHARD, Dr. Wilfred

Mass for Dr. Wilfred Bushard, an opthamologist who was on the staff of Veteran's Medical Center from 1965 to 1970, was said in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 3140 N. 51st Ave. Bushard, 5201 W. Camelback, died Friday, Oct. 15, 1982. He was born in Minnesota and moved to Arizona 19 years ago. He attended the University of Minnesota. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis; four sons, Joseph, David, Stephen and Philip; three daughters, Carol Scheller, Suzanne and Mary Nord; a brother; a sister; and 16 grandchildren. The Phoenix Gazette 10/17/1982.

BUSHAW, Henry P.

27 October 1904 - 12 October 1979 Mesa - Mass for Henry P. Bushaw, 74, a former salesman for Kirby Vacuum Co., were in Queen of Peace Church. He died Oct. 12, 1979, in Mesa General Hospital. He came to Arizona two years ago from North Dakota. Survivors include his wife, Hattie; children, Lorraine Helmowski, Frances Zon, Judi Prote, Joe and James; a sister; five brothers; 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 15 Oct 1979.

BUSHMAN, John Lehi

Winslow: 83: Lifelong resident of Joseph City:: Wife, Alice DeSPAIN: daughters, Gladys CARMACK, Blonda YOUNT, Ann BARNER, Bessie SMITH: Joseph City Cemetery: 5 August 1967

BUSHONG, David Richard

David Richard Bushong, 68, a truck driver 36 years for the O.S. Stapley Co., died Tues., Sep. 19, 1967, in Doctors Hospital. He was born in Aransas Pass, Texas, and came to Phoenix 49 years ago. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World. Wife, Sarah L.; two sons, Frank Thomas Bushong of Phoenix, Roger Lee Bushong of Glendale; a sister and two brothers out of state; and four grandchildren. Burial in Resthaven Cemetery, Glendale. Published in the Arizona Republic 9/21/1967.

BUSHYEAGER, William

William Andrew Bushyeager, 80, of Mesa, passed away September 24, 2004. Mr. Bushyeager was born in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, on May 6th, 1924. He has resided in Mesa for the last 25 years. He was a veteran of WWII and served in the United States Army. Before Mr. Bushyeager retired he was a laborer in the construction industry. Survivors include his wife, Doris Bushyeager, two sons, William H. Bushyeager of Chandler, Arizona, Arthur Eugene Bushyeager, of Clarion, Pennsylvania and his daughter, Donna Jane Oliver. Sisters, Bonnie Mulligan of Long Beach California, Kate Borzi of Keesport, Pennsylvania, Aliene Weaver of Garden Grove, California, Clara Ann Plum, and Judy Bushyeager of Elwood City, Pennsylvania, and one brother, Bob Bushyeager of Riverside, California. He is also the proud grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Bushyeager will be at Mesa Heritage Mortuary, 5650 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ, Monday, September 27, 2004 from 6-8 P. M. Services will be held at Mesa Heritage Chapel at 10:00 A. M. on Tuesday September 28, 2004 with burial following at the National Cemetery in Cave Creek Arizona at 1:00 P. M. Submitted on (09/27/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BUSS, Gerald Emerson

21 March 1900 - 12 June 1974. Sun City - Gerald Emerson Buss, 73, died Wed., June 12, 1974, in St. Joseph's Hospital. He had been a jewelry salesman 17 years for the Sharnella Co. of Chicago and Grand Rapids, Michigan. Wife, Eleanor; daughters, Mrs. Mary Katherine Cereantes and Mrs. Carrol Sue Lemmink; a son, Thomas E. Waranica; a brother; and five grandchildren. Lakeview Methodist Church. Lundberg Mortuaries. Private burial. 6/13/1974.

BUSSCHER, Cornelius John

2 Sept 1912 - 6 Oct 1982 Cornelius John Busscher, 70, a retired printer from A.J. Bayless markets and an Army veteran of World War II, died Wed., Oct. 6, 1982. Mr. Busscher moved to Scottsdale 24 years ago from his native Illinois. Survivors include his wife, Mildred; son, Glen Wolgast; a sister; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Mass was in Whitney & Murphy Arcadia Funeral Home Chapel. 10/9/1982. Saturday, Oct. 9, 1982.

BUSTA, Mary Francis

82, 25 January 1960

BUSTAMANTE, Victor Manuel

Victor Manuel Bustamante, 24, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away August 29, 2004. Visitation will be held 9:30-11:00 AM with Rosary at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, September 7, 2004 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 6200 S. Central Ave. Service will follow at 11:00 AM. Arrangements entrusted to Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/5/2004.

BUTCHART, Ellis Jennings

Scottsdale -- Services and interment for Ellis Jennings Butchart, 79, of 4313 N. 70th St., who died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1976, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital, will be in Duluth, Minnesota. Mr. Butchart moved to Arizona in October. Survivors include his wife, Lois. Arrangements by Messinger Mortuary, Scottsdale. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Feb. 12, 1976.

BUTCHART, Ellis Jennings

Scottsdale - Services and interment for Ellis Jennings Butchart, 79, of 4313 N. 70th St., who died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1976, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital, will be in Duluth, Minnesota. Mr. Butchart moved to Arizona in October. Survivors include his wife, Lois. Arrangements by Messinger Mortuary, Scottsdale. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Feb. 12, 1976.

BUTIKOFER, Lois Ruth

Lois Ruth Butikofer, 82, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on January 9, 2006. A funeral service was held at LDS Alta Mesa Ward, 5620 E. Adobe Rd., Mesa, Az. Bunker's University Chapel. The Arizona Republic on 1/12/2006.

BUTLER, Bonnie E.

Bonnie E. Butler, 69, of Sun City, died January 31, 1994. She was born in Hooker, Oklahoma, and was an office clerk and member of the Sun City Sheriff's Possee. Survivors include her sister, Helen Mahoney; brother, Orval Young; cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Leland Williams. Services were in Oklahoma. Best Funeral Services. Arizona Republic 2/3-4/1994.

BUTLER, Marjorie

Memorial services for Marjorie Butler, 52, who had been a cashier for Bashas' supermarkets, will be 9 a.m. today in Grimshaw Chapel, 710 W. Bethany Home. Mrs. Butler, 4102 St. Joseph Way, came here in 1971 from Ohio and died Oct. 9, 1980, in St. Joseph's Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Howard; children, Debbie Lou, Ronnie Sue, Patty, Jeffrey, Craig, Shawn, Scott and Dusty Reed, Beverly and Ivan Palmer, Larry and Richard Butler; mother, Ethel Armstrong; a sister and 16 grandchildren. Published in The Arizona Republic Saturday, Oct. 11, 1980.

BUTLER, Melvin H.

Melvin H. Butler, 51, who had been employed by Reynolds Metals the past 20 years, died Sun., May 14, 1967, in a Phoenix hospital. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was born in Concho and had resided in Phoenix 21 years. Survivors include two sons, Stephen H. of Phoenix and Thomas E. in Virginia; daughters, Mildred and Susan BUTLER; brothers, Edmond of Wickenburg, Wendell of Pinetop and Milford of Phoenix. Burial in Vernon Cemetery east of Show Low. 5/16/1967.

BUTLER, Robert O.

Robert O. Butler, 83, of Mesa, AZ passed away September 24, 2004. He served in the U. S. Army Air Corp. Visitation October 1, 2004, 6-8pm, Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Services October 2, 2004 at 10am, Mesa, Church of Christ, 1223 E. Dana Ave, Mesa, Az. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/29/2004.

BUTLER, Robert O.

Robert O. Butler, 83, of Mesa died Sept. 24, 2004, in Mesa. Services: 10 a. m. Saturday at Mesa Church of Christ, 1223 E. Dana Ave., Mesa. Bunker's Garden Chapel handled arrangements. (480) 964-8686. Submitted on (09/29/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BUTLER, Robert Orin

Robert Orin (Bob) Butler, 83, Mesa, AZ. passed away Friday, September 24, 2004. A native of Tempe, AZ. born on January 10, 1921 is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Lorna, and his two daughters, Marla (Steve) Gushee of Chandler, AZ. and Sandra (Greg) Woods of Los Osos, CA., 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Bob is preceded in death by his brother, Richard Butler and is survived by his sister, Betty Fulghum of Tempe, AZ. and brother Edward Butler of Mesa, AZ. Bob was raised at Roosevelt Dam, AZ. and upon graduation attended Milwaukee School of Engineering where he obtained his degree in welding. In 1942 Bob enlisted in the Army Air Corp. serving in the 362nd fighter squadron in England and Germany from 1942-1945. Bob was discharged with numerous decorations and citations. Upon returning to Mesa, Bob worked as an electrician then became an Electrical Contractor doing business as Butler & Burden Electric Co. in Mesa until retiring in 1978. Upon retirement in 1978, Bob and Lorna spent the first year traveling in the U. S. Bob loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting and camping. His two daughters fondest memories are summer camping trips in the White Mountains near McNary, AZ. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 1, 2004 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Bunker's Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services will be held at Mesa Church of Christ, 1223 E. Dana, Mesa, AZ., Saturday, October 2, 2004 at 10:00 AM. Bob was a life long member of the Mesa Church of Christ. Following the service, Bob will be placed to rest at the City of Mesa Cemetery. Submitted on (09/30/2004) from East Valley Tribune

BUTLER, Thomas E.

Scottsdale - Thomas E. Butler, 77, former assistant control production manager for Pitney Bowes Inc., Stamford, Connecticut, manufacturer of postal meters, died March 11, 1980, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Mr. Butler, 6229 E. Clinton, was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. He came here in 1969. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; daughter, Veronica Butler, and a sister. Friends may call today in Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School. Services will be in Stamford. The Arizona Republic Thursday, March 13, 1980.

BUTLER, Verne A.

Yuma: 60: Jefferson City, MO:: LaVern: stepson, C. J. SCHRZAN, Jr.; sons, Jack of Ruston, LA; Thomas of Massachusetts, Jerry and Vern, both of Dallas, Texas: Desert Lawn Memorial Park: 15 August 1967

BUTLER, Violet O.

Violet O. Butler, 95, of Prescott, AZ, passed away Friday, September 24, 2004. No services. Heritage Memory Mortuary assisted the family. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/26/2004.

BUTLER, Virginia Mabry

Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia Butler, 44, of 9029 Loma Vista, will be tomorrow in the Sunnyslope Presbyterian Church, Second Street and Hatcher Road. The Rev. J. Douglas Gaston will officiate. Mrs. Butler, a native of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died yesterday (7 Jan 1960) in St. Joseph's Hospital. She came to Sunnyslope in 1946. Mrs. Butler is survived by her husband, Jackson; two sons, Kenneth and Jackson, Jr., both of Phoenix; two sisters, Georgia Mabry, Farmington, Missouri, and Mrs. Carmen Messina, Covina, Calif.; and two brothers, D. B. Mabry, St. Louis, and Clyde Mabry, Springfield, Illinois. The Arizona Republic Friday, 8 January 1960.

BUTLER, William L., Sr.

Services for William L. Butler, Sr., who was a farmer in Abilene, Texas, will be in Abilene. Butler, who was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and had resided in Glendale for three years, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Survivors include his three sons, William, Jr., Henry and L.H.; two sisters; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. The Phoenix Gazette Saturday, October 23, 1982

BUTTES, George (Blackie)

2 Jan 1905 - Sep 1982

BUTTRAM, Phyllis

16 Oct 1918 - 11 Oct 1980 Phyllis Buttram, 61, died Oct. 11, 1980, in St. Joseph's Hospital. She had been a medical transcriber at Maryvale Hospital. She came here 24 years ago from Denver and is survived by a son, John, and a sister. Services were at St. VIncent de Paul Catholic Church, 3140 N. 51st Ave. The Arizona Republic Monday, Oct. 13, 1980.

BUTTS, Harry E.

Services for Harry E. Butts, 69, who died Oct. 17, 1979, in Phoenix Baptist Hospital, were in Paradise Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School. Mr. Butts, 3739 W. Hearn, moved here in 1973 from Joliet, Ill., where he had been in plant security with Caterpillar Tractor Co. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn; daughter, Carol Ann Engelhardt; mother, Goldie Butts; two grandchildren; a sister and a brother. Published in The Arizona Republic October 18, 1979, p. C10.

BUTTS, Samuel

4 August 1892 - 24 June 1974. Samuel Butts, 81, a retired Civil Service worker, died Monday, June 24, 1974, in his home, 9632 N. 8th St. Wife, Ivie; and a sister, Elsie Weiland. Hansen Mortuary. Burial in Resthaven Park Cemetery. 6/28/1974.

BUTTS, William H.

William H. Butts, 71, of Phoenix, a maintenance worker died Oct. 25, 1994. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and was an Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Rosetta N.; daughters, Michelle Hollsmon and Vernice Harris; sons, Melvin, Curtis, Lawrence and Robert; and four grandchildren. Universal Memorial Center, 1100 E. Jefferson St. The Arizona Republic Nov. 1, 1994, p. CL12.

BUZAN, Leroy R. "Lee"

Leroy R. "Lee" Buzan, 70, of Sun Lakes, died July 31, 1994. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and was a retired department head with General Motors Research Labs and a World War II Navy veteran. Wife, Norma; sons, Chris and Randy; one grandchild. 8/4/1994.

BUZOLITS, Rosa

Sun City - Rosa Buzolits, 89, who lived here since 1969 and was a member of the Church of St. Clement, Altar Guild and Rosary Society, died Sept. 29, 1979, in Boswell Hospital. Mrs. Buzolits, 10811 Sarabande Circle, is survived by her children, Rose Barany and Joseph; a brother; two sisters; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Mass was in South Bend, Indiana. Menke Funeral Home handled arrangements. AZ Republic Wednesday, Oct. 3, 1979.

BYARS, Reginald Almos

Reginald (Reggie) Almos Byars, Born April 12, 1950, in Mc Dougal, Ark. Peacefully passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on July 31, 2004, after a very sudden illness. Reggie positively impacted countless lives, both human & animals with his special connection to them. He still does this through his teachings & beliefs Reggie's tools included his beloved innocent little jokes & pranks that he would play on everyone at just the right moment. He will always be missed. Reggie's loving family include: his loving wife, friend & soul mate, Mary A. Yost Byars, His mother, Ruby Byars (88), his mother-in-law, Francis Yost, his children: daughter Regina & husband Chris Martin, son Patrick, & his protegee Bridget Pardi, who will continue in the path Reggie has led her too. And his 10 siblings Anita, Wilma, Vada, Ann, Ceal, Slim, Billy, Danny, Sammy, & Stevie also include his in-laws, Lynn & Michael Tibbetts, & their family, Helen, Paul, & Sneakers. There is a special place for his four grandchildren, Ashley, James, Shelby, and Jessica. Reggie cared for and loved many people with his quiet and gentle ways and they for him. Special thanks to Bill Austin for all the years of loving support. The family will be sharing a Celebration of Reggie's Life on Saturday, September 18th, 2004, at 11:00 AM. The Service will be held in the Pioneer AZ Living History Museum Chapel Located on Pioneer Rd. Exit off I-17 New River. Please send donations to your favorite self-help group. He will be missed by all that knew him & remembered deep in our hearts for his joyful love of life. May his spirit be blessed and always with us. As ever, In Loving Memory of Reggie A. Byars. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/3/2004.

BYCROFT, Harry M.

19 Mar 1916 - 28 Mar 1980 Harry M. Bycroft, 64, who came to Phoenix 35 years ago from Illinois, died March 28, 1980. Mr. Bycroft was self-employed in the advertising business and was a deputy grand knight in the Knight of Columbus Padre Kino Council and was a member of Desert Pilgrims in St. Gregory's Parish. Surviving are his wife, Virginia; children, Mary Colvin, Margaret, Patricia, Paul, John, James, Mark and Joseph; and four grandchildren. Rosary was in Whitney & Murphy Chapel, 330 N. 2nd Ave. Mass was in the Church of St. Gregory. 3/29/1980.

BYE, Ida 11/1982.

13 Jan 1895 - Nov 1982 For information call AZ Burial/Cremation/Transportation Service, 333 W. Monroe. 11/29/1982.

BYE, Laura May

30 Sep 1894 - 22 Nov 1982 Laura Mae Bye, 88, of 1906 E. Cypress, died Nov. 22, 1982, at St. Luke's Hospital. Mrs. Bye was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses and moved to Phoenix 15 years ago from Yakima, Washington. She is survived by her daughter, Helen Rose; sons, Harold and Herbert; 14 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Services were Tuesday at Green Acres Mortuary. The Arizona Republic Wednesday, November 24, 1982.

BYERS, Bernice M.

21 Aug 1916 - 6 Oct 1979 Bernice M. Byers, 73, of Panaca, Nevada, died Oct. 6, 1979, in the home of a relative in west Phoenix where she had been visiting. She lived in Arizona from 1960 to 1969 before moving to Nevada. Surviving are her husband, Edward; sons, Roger and Raymond; a sister; a brother and four grandchildren. Services were in Lundberg's White Rose Chapel, 5310 W. Northern Ave. Published in The Arizona Republic Monday, October 8, 1979.

BYERS, Jane W.

9 June 1915 - 15 March 1980 Jane W. Byers, 64, died March 15, 1980, in a Scottsdale Nursing home. Mrs. Byers came here from Missouri four years ago. She is survived by her children, Jane and Edward; and a sister. 3/17/1980.

BYERS, Mark L.

Mark L. Byers, 78, died Thurs., Feb. 11, 1976, in St. Luke's Hospital. He was a steam fitter and a member of the Masons and Kiwanis. Survivors include wife, Wylie J. Byers; children, Mrs. Lillian Frater, Delta, Colorado; Clarence Byers, Phoenix; Jean B. Byers, Oxnard, CA; Mark Byers, Camarillo, CA; William Byers, San Antonio, TX; Joe Byers, Aspen Park, CO; Walter Byers, Chuck Water Wyoming; brother, Ivan Byers, Mesa; sister, Mrs. Nina Poisel, Amanda Park, Washington; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Interment in Evergreen, Colorado. 14 Feb 1976

BYERS, Warren G.

57, was born in Jackson, Ohio, and moved to Phoenix 16 years ago from Gary, Indiana. Wife, Mabel; daughters, Jo Ann FUNK and Betty KIRKMAN. Burial in Green Acres Cemetery, Scottsdale. 5/18/1967.

BYERS, William Robert

William Robert Byers, 24, survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Byers; brothers, Frank, Tom and John; sister, Blaine, all of Scottsdale; grandmother, Josephine Byers of Pittsburgh, PA. Interment Paradise Memorial Gardens Cemetery. 3/25/1980.

BYERS, Woodrow

23 April 1931 - September 1979. Published 6 Oct 1979

BYRAM, Burns M.

17 May 1898 - 3 Oct 1982 Burns M. Byram, 84, who had been co-extension director of agriculture in Tama County, Iowa, and had worked for a year in Hawaii for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, died Sunday, Oct. 3, 1982. Mr. Byram moved to Arizona 17 years ago from his native Iowa. He was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Sun City, the Masonic Committee in Iowa, Elks Hir Shrine of Cedar Rapids, the Iowa Consistory and Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. Survivors include his wife, Gladys; a daughter, Katherine Schultz, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services were in Chariton, Iowa. 10/5/1982.

BYRD, Minnie

Minnie Byrd, 90, of Phoenix, a homemaker, died Nov. 15, 1988. She was born in Oklahoma. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Crawford; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services A. L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. Nov. 17, 1988.

BYRD, William

William Bryd, 58, of 1319 E. Sagebrush, a 30-year resident of Phoenix, died Nov. 11, 1982, at a Phoenix hospital. Mr. Byrd, who was born in Kentucky, was a steel laborer. Survivors include his wife, Josephine; three sons, three daughters, two grandchildren and a brother. Botimer Family Mortuary handled private services. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1982.

BYRNE, Charles A.

Survived by wife, Irene, Scottsdale; son, Charles III, Virginia. Stepdaughters, Barbara J. SALTHE, Brooklyn, New York, Carol L. ELLSWORTH, Whitman, Massachusetts. Cremation arrangements by Messinger Mortuary, Scottsdale. 1/6/1982 (Funeral announcement only)

BYRNE, Janice Naomi

Janice Naomi Byrne, 91, of Sun city West, passed away September 25, 2004. Memorial services September 30, 2004 at 11am at The Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 14818 W. Deer Valley Rd, Sun City West. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/29/2004.

BYRNE, Mary A.

23 Aug 1906 - Jan 1980 Mary A. Byrne, 74, who had been a foster mother for the Catholic Social Service after moving here 30 years ago from Chicago, died Jan. 29, 1980, in a Phoenix hospital. Mrs. Byrne is survived by her children, Mary Nabity and Lyle Schum; two sisters; two brothers; 27 grandchildren. Published 1/31/1980.

BYRNE, Richard Henry

Richard Henry Byrne, 53, of Glendale, died June 8, 1994. He was born in Franklin, Michigan, and was a welder and Navy veteran. Daughters, Diane Leitzau and Kathy Johnston; sons, Richard J., Gary M. and Steven L.; mother, Grace Bloomfield; brothers Robert B. and David J. and five grandchildren. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/16/1994.

BYRUM, Arthur Wade

For information call AZ Burial/Cremation/Transportation Service. 11/28/1982.

BYXBEE, Josephine C.

Apache Junction - Josephine C. Byxbee, 71, died Thurs., Feb. 26, 1970, in her home at 114 W. Desert Lane. She was born in Tacoma, WA and came here 11 years ago from Seattle. Survivors include her husband, Charles, and a sister out of state. Private cremation. 3/2/1970.

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