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THALHEIMER, Ulrich Stephen
Private funeral services today in Whitney & Murphy Chapel with Rev. Stanley Brown officiating. Family would prefer contributions to the Heart Fun. Private cremation. Greenwood Memorial Park. Published in the Arizona Republic Saturday, January 2, 1960.

THALHEIMER, Ulrich Stephen
Private services for Ulrich Stephen Thalheimer, 64, were in Whitney and Murphy Funeral Home, 330 N. 2nd Ave. The Rev. Stanley Brown of Central Methodist Church will officiate. Cremation will follow. Mr. Thalheimer died Wednesday, December 30, 1959, in his home, 1941 W. Whitton. A native of Phoenix, he was a brother of Walter J. Thalheimer, former Maricopa County Superior Court judge. An air force veteran of World War I, he was a graduate of Stanford University. He was an electrical engineer in San Francisco before his retirement. Mr. Thalheimer was an amateur radio operator. His call letters were W7KMJ. Surviving in addition to Walter Thalheimer, are another brother, Joseph, Fayetteville, Arkansas; a sister, Mrs. Emma Gannon, Phoenix; and a cousin, Paul L. Dummel, Phoenix. The Arizona Republic Friday, January 1, 1960.

THARP, Fay L.
Fay L. Tharp, 88, 24 Oct 1893 - 7 Oct 1982

THATCHER, Ellen E.
Safford - Services for Ellen E. Thatcher, 77, who died Oct. 31, 1979, in Tucson Medical Center will be at the Safford Stake Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mrs. Thatcher, a native of Mexico, moved to Safford in 1911. She formerly owned the Safford Country Club. Survivors include a son, Delmar Ballard; three daughters, Louise Black, Larue Smith and Flora Bell Allen; two brothers; a sister; 15 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. The AZ Republic Nov. 2, 1979.

THAW, Fred
Fred Thaw, 90, of Scottsdale died Aug. 24, 2004, in Phoenix. Services: 10:30 a. m. Sunday at Green Acres Chapel of Light, 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale. (480) 945-2654. Submitted on (08/27/2004) from East Valley Tribune

THAYER, Priscilla CHASE
Priscilla Chase Thayer, 75, a daughter of Phoenix pioneers Ezra and Cora Thayer, died Wed., Oct. 20, 1982, in a Valley sanitarium. Miss Thayer was born in Phoenix and graduated from Phoenix Union High School and Phoenix Junior College. She also graduated from the University of Arizona where she was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority. She served on the Women's Auxiliary to Good will Industries of Arizona nad was an accountant in Long Beach, CA, until moving back to Phoenix shortly before her death. She is survived by a brother and a nephew. 10/22/1982.

THEEL, Genevieve C.
Wickenburg --Genevieve C. Theel, 75, an Arizona resident for 12 years, died Dec. 15, 1982, at Phoenix General Hospital. Mrs. Theel, of 1322 Vista Drive, was born in Detroit and moved to Arizona from Michigan. She is survived by her husband, Alex; daughter, Patricia Kelley; sons, Harry Manlove, George and Thomas Theel; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services were Saturday at Chapel of the Chimes. Published in The Arizona Republic December 19, 1982, p. F17.

THEES, Zina Wheeler
Zina Wheeler Thees, 96, peacefully passed away September 5, 2004. Zina was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Zina, fondly called G. G. by her family, brought life, love and laughter to those she touched, and was devoted to her family. She met life head-on with simple humility, strong spiritual beliefs, strength, courage and grace. Zina was the daughter of Joseph E. Wheeler and Harriet I. Bingham, born on a farm in Waterflow, N. M., later moving to Salt Lake City where she met her future husband, Clyde. Following their marriage, they moved to Ganado, Arizona on the Navajo Reservation. Together they owned and operated Round Top Trading Post for over 40 years. In 1976, Zina and Clyde sold the business and retired to Mesa, Arizona. During retirement, Zina traveled extensively with her husband visiting family and new places. Zina is pre-deceased by her husband Clyde, granddaughter, Lee Standifer and son-in-law, Don Maxwell. She leaves behind three daughters, Helen Standifer (Dick), Jan Maxwell and Joyce Weitzel (Alan); five grandchildren, Audrey Brennan (Casey), Carol Moore, Chris Moore (Lisa), Brett Weitzel and Ashley Weitzel; and four great-grandchildren, Stuart Robbins, Nicholas Robbins, Heather Moore and Kristen Moore. Zina was the center of her family and she will be greatly missed. Services will be Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 10:00 AM at Friendship Village, 2645 E. Southern, Tempe, AZ. Flowers may be sent to the family in care of Friendship Village. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Zina's name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/9/2004.

THEIS, Claira
An 82-year-old Phoenix woman was killed yesterday, July 31, 1967, when the car in which she was riding rolled off Arizona 87 approx 11 miles north of Payson and slammed into a tree. The victim was Mrs. Claira Theis of 16027 N. 40th St. The car was driven by Mrs. Theis' daughter, Mrs. Hazel Theis King, 59, of the same address. Mrs. King was hospitalized in Payson with a broken ankle. Aug. 1, 1967.

THEOBALD, Allen Dean
Allen Dean Theobald, 60, of Tempe, Arizona, passed away September 4, 2004. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at Evergreen Chapel, University & Evergreen Ave. in Mesa. Graveside service will be held 11:00 AM on September 11, 2004 at the Provo City Cemetery in Provo, Utah. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/9/2004.

THERIAULT, John E., Sr.
Scottsdale - John E. Theriault, Sr., 86, a retired electrical engineer with Detroit Edison Co., died Dec. 24, 1982, at his residence. Mr. Theriault, of 8343 E. Meadowbrook, was born in Houghton, Michigan, and moved to Arizona from Rochester, Michigan, in 1971. He was an Army lieutenant during World War I and was a graduate of the University of Detroit. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Detroit, and World War I Barrack 2087 in Rochester, MI. He is survived by his daughter, Virginia; son, John, Jr., Neenah, Wisconsin; brother, Albert, Detroit, Michigan; sister, Mary Krier, El Paso, Texas; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Green Acres Mortuary Chapel, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. 12/27/1982.

THEW, Flora M.
Tempe - Flora M. Thew, 80, a first grade teacher for 48 years for whom a school was named in 1958, died Monday, Dec. 14, 1970, in Georgian Court Nursing Home, Phoenix. She retired in May 1961. Miss Thew was one of the first national recipients in 1959 of the Valley Forge Freedom Foundation's classroom teachers medals awarded for her "exceptional work in teaching a better understanding of the American way of life." Miss Thew began her public school career with a class in 193 at the old Baptist Church parsonage at 8th St. and Myrtle. She graduated from Areizona State University, then Tempe Normal School, in 1913, received her B.A. from ASU in 1936 and attended the University of AZ, University of CA, University of Southern CA, and Northern AZ University. Born in Saranac, N.Y., Miss Thew was brought to Tempe in 1898 by her parents, Edwin and Fannie Thew, from Lebanon, Oregon. Her father owned one of the first dry good stores in the Valley. Miss Thew was a charter member of the Tempe First Methodist Church. Survivors include a brother, Charles, of Scottsdale; nephews and nieces. Burial in Double Butte Cemetery. 12/16/1970.

THIEL, Harry F.
Harry F. Thiel, wife, Elsa; son, Jack, of Colorado Springs Colorado; four grandchildren and one sister out of state. Interment in Colorado Springs. (funeral announcement only) 3/4/1970.

THINNES, Thomas A.
Thomas A. Thinnes, December 29, 1939 - September 14, 2004. Thomas Arthur Thinnes a loving husband, father of eight and preeminent criminal defense attorney, died from a stroke on September 14, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. Tom was born in Selma, Indiana on December 29, 1939 to the late Arthur and Helen Thinnes and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and attended University of Miami of Ohio where he studied Political Science and Russian. He later moved to Phoenix with his family and attended Arizona State university. After Tom received a law degree from The University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona in 1966 he worked in the first office of the Public Defender of Maricopa County under Vern Croaff for two years then started the firm of Flynn, Kimmerer, Thinnes & Derrick. After several years, Tom started his own practice where he remained a solo practitioner until his death. Throughout his legal career spanning almost four decades, Tom successfully defended many high profile cases, one of which became a made-for-television movie (Tom served as a consultant and made a cameo appearance). Tom was a member of Maricopa County and American Bar Associations, State Bar of Arizona, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Tom was recognized for his excellence in trial defense work in The Best Lawyers in America and Martindale Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. He served as Chairman of the Criminal Law Advisory Commission, and as Chairman of the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization (Certified Specialist, Criminal Law, Arizona Board of Legal Specialization). He was preceded in death by his sister Barbara and son Thomas. He is survived by his wife Donna, sons Michael, Benjamin and Nathan; daughters Mindy, Mary, Helen and Katie; sons-in-law Steve Bergquist, Scott SiIverman, and Robert Milligan; daughter-in-law-to-be Jodie Hughes; grandchildren Nicholas, Christina, Kolby, Henry, and Madeline (and Helen and Scott's baby girl due February of 2005). Tom loved spending time with his family, friends and two golden retrievers, writing fiction novels and relaxing on the balcony in his Lincoln City, Oregon summer home overlooking the Siletz River and Pacific Ocean. Tom, a devout Catholic, had a passion for life, touched so many and put everything and everyone before him. The family requests contributions, in lieu of flowers, to Barrows Neurological Foundation, 3110 North Central Ave., Suite 135, Phoenix, Arizona 85013. A public memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 10:00 AM at St. Francis Catholic Church, 4715 North Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85012. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/17/2004.

THOENY, Dr. Oscar Walter
23 Dec 1902 - 9 Oct 1980 Dr. Oscar W. Thoeny, 77, formerly chief of staff at St. Joseph's Hospital, died Oct. 9, 1980, in his home. Dr. Thoeny, an opthalmologist, earned his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He was born in Alma, WI. He did his residency at the Naval Hospital, San DIego, and in 1942 served as an Army doctor with the rank of colonel at William Beaumon General Hospital, El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son, Bruce; a sister and five grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Sunday, Oct. 12, 1980.

THOMA, Carl Edwin
Carl Edwin Thoma, 72, who had been an executive in the retail furniture business for more than 40 years, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Mass for Thoma of 10226 Oak Ridge Drive, Sun City, was said today. He was born in Springfield, Illinois, and moved to Arizona in 1980 from Florida. He moved to Sun City in 1981. He was chairman of the board at Leath & Co. in Chicago, general manager of Barker Bros. in Los Angeles, vice president of W * J Sloane Co. in Beverly Hills, Calif., and president of Sunnyland in Houston and Modern Age in Miami, Florida. He was a member of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church and Palmbrook Country Club in Sun City. Survivors include his wife, Evaline; a brother and a sister. 10/1/1982.

THOMA, Carl Harold
Carl Harold Thoma, 63, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away September 24, 2004. Mr. Thoma served in the U. S. Army. Visitation and services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to Best Funeral Services, Inc. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/27/2004.

THOMAS, Aaron Russell
Aaron Russell Thomas, 61, of Sacaton, died Aug. 1, 1994. He was born in Phoenix and was a laborer. Sons, Tobias Guy, Clayton James and Ryan Edward Harvey; parents, Mary and George; and brother, Peter Enos. Services St. Francis Catholic Church, Longmore and Thomas, Scottsdale. 3 August, 1994.

THOMAS, Bessie
Bessie Thomas, 70, of Phoenix, died Oct. 21, 1994. She was born in Greenville, S. C., and was a nurse. Sister, Margie EVANS. Sister, Margie EVANS. 11/4/1994.

THOMAS, Bessie E.
Sun City - Bessie E. Thomas, 95, 9630 Shasta Dr., died Dec. 16, 1982, in Glendale. Mrs. Thomas was born in Turton, S.D., and moved to Arizona from Minnesota three years ago. She formerly operated a farm with her late husband. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She is survived by her daughters, Wilma Smith and JoAnn Pederson; son, Charles E.; four grandchildren. 12/18/1982.

THOMAS, Clella Mildred
Youngtown - Clella Mildred Thomas, 71, who graduated from the University of Oregon, died Tuesday, July 9, 1974, in Valley View Hospital. She taught school 30 years in Pleasant Hill and Goshen, Oregon. Husband, Murl; daughters, Mrs. Patricia Brown and Mrs. Ruth Brown. Mass in the Church of St. Joachim, Sun City. Burial in Floral Lakes Cemetery. 7/10/1974.

THOMAS, Donald
Donald Thomas, 52, of Wickenburg, a biomed electronics technician at Del Webb Hospital, was born in Worthington, Minnesota, and was a Navy veteran. Survivors include his mother, Alice M. Wickenburg Municipal Cemetery, Wickenburg. The Arizona Republic 2/12/1994.

THOMAS, Donna Sue Burgener
Graveside services for Donna Sue Burgener Thomas, 41, chemistry supervisor at Riverview Hospital in Idaho Falls, Idaho, were at Memory Lawn Cemetery, 719 N. 27th Ave. Mrs. Thomas died Nov. 8, 1982, as a result of injuries sustained in an auto accident. She was born in Olney, Ill., attended Arizona State University and formery was a medical technician at St. Joseph's Hospital. She is survived by daughters, Brenda and Krista; sons, Floyd and Kerry; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Elbert Burgener; a brother; a foster brother and a sister. Wood Funeral Home in Idaho Falls, Idaho made the arrangements. Wednesday, 11/17/1982.

THOMAS, Emery B.
29 Apr 1941 - 4 Oct 1980 Dilkon - Emery B. Thomas, 39, was killed Oct. 4, 1980, in a train accident in Holbrook. Mr. Thomas was a log cutter. He was born in Ganado and was a member of the Native American Church on the Navajo Indian Reservation. He is survived by his mother, Rachael Thomas, father, Earl Johnson; four sisters and two brothers. Services were at the Joseph City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Arizona Republic Sunday, Oct. 12, 1980.

THOMAS, Esther Louise
Esther Louise Thomas, 60, who had been a secretary 16 years for the Phoenix Union High School District, died Oct. 1, 1980, in her home. A native of Pomona, CA, she came to Phoenix in 1941. Surviving are children, Dona McMahan, Jean Rupe and William D.; six grandchildren and two sisters. Oct. 3, 1980.

THOMAS, George E.
Services for George Edgar Thomas, 65, a retired Williams Air Force Base painter, were held in Bueler Mortuary. He died Tuesday, April 25, 1978, in a Valley hospital. Thomas resided at 924 N. California St., Chandler. He moved here from Albuquerque in 1965. Survivors include his wife, Marion; and three sisters. The Phoenix Gazette Saturday, April 29, 1978

THOMAS, Gertrude
Gertrude Thomas, of Phoenix, a housekeeper, died June 12, 1994. She was born in Buffalo, Texas. Survivors include her sister, Willie Mae Baty. Visitation: 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Eastlake Chapel and Mortuary, 1715 E. Jefferson St. Services 1 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary. The Arizona Republic 15 June 1994.

THOMAS, H. Ruth
20 Jan 1898 - 12 Dec 1970. Youngtown - H. Ruth Thomas, 72, died Sat., Dec. 12, 1970, in her home at 11411 114th Dr. She was a native of Council Bluffs, IA, and came to Youngtown in 1960 from Portland, OR. Mrs. Thomas was a retired cost accountant for the Libby McNeil and Libby Co. in Portland. She belonged to the Daughters of the Nile, Nydia Temple No. 4 at Portland, and was a member of the Mount Hood Chapter of the Ameranth there. She was a member and past president of the Calichi Club in Youngtown and belonged to New Horizon Court No. 2 in Peoria. Survivors include her husband, Percie; a son, Richard L., Anchorage, AK; a daughter, Mrs. Sally Clark, Vancouver, WA; five grandchildren and six gr-grandchildren. Burial in Rest Haven Cemetery. 12/14/1970.

THOMAS, Hollis Ann KIRKLAND
Hollis Ann Kirkland Thomas, 2, of Phoenix, died March 20, 1994. She was born in Alexandria, Virginia. Mother, Margot Isaac; father, Michael Kyle, Sr.; stepfather, Edward Lee Goins; two brothers and grandparents, Camille and Floyd Taylor. River of Life Church, 7040 S. 40th Ave. Eastlake Chapel & Mortuary. 3/24/1994.

THOMAS, Irene
Bapchule - Irene Thomas, 70, a life-long Arizona resident, died Dec. 8, 1982, at Phoenix Indian Medical Center. Mrs. Thomas was born in Laveen and resided in Bapchule. Survived by her sister, Edna Juan; brothers, Felix, Brandon, Richard and Morris. Wake was at St. John's Service Center in Laveen. Mass was at St. John's Mission. 12/10/1982.

THOMAS, Irma L.
Irma L. Thomas, 86, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away September 11, 2004. Crypt side service will be held 10:00 AM on Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at Sunland Cemetery, 15826 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/14/2004.

THOMAS, Irma L.
Irma L. Thomas of Sun City, Arizona, died Saturday, September 11, 2004, in Peoria, Arizona. She and her husband, Ellis, were from Kansas. Service is 10:00 A. M. Wednesday in Sunland Memorial Park, 15826 Del Webb Boulevard in Sun City. Sunland Mortuary handled arrangements. 623-933-0161. Published in the Daily News-Sun on 9/13/2004.

THOMAS, James Robert
James Robert Thomas, 65, of Phoenix, died May 17 1994. He was born in Cleveland and was a retired painter and decorator and Navy veteran. Wife, Esther Mae; daughter, Bonnie Kay Ackley; sons, Timothy Allen, Gregory John and Brian Keith; stepfather, Oscar Thomas; three grandchildren. St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. 20 May 1994.

THOMAS, John A.
John A. Thomas, 82, of Peoria, died March 19, 1994. He was born in Cleveland and was the owner of a funeral home in Ohio and a member of the Masonic Lodge. Wife, Beatrice Laverne; daughters, Donna Tigert and Judi Dittmer; sons, David L. and John C.; sister, Helen Kloppman; and seven grandchildren. Lakeview United Methodist Church, Sun City. Camino Del Sol Funeral Chapel. 3/24/1994.

THOMAS, John F.
71, lived in Arizona since 1932. Wife, Alice; daughters, Mrs. William D. CARRELL, Jr. and Mrs. Thomas J. ALEXANDER; a brother and a sister. 1/13/1976

THOMAS, John W.
John W. Thomas, was born in Rich Hill, Missouri, and died Oct. 19, 1982, in his Mesa home. He had been superintendent of schools in Ironwood, Michigan, from 1938 to 1956 and moved to Mesa in 1957 from Ironwood. He served in the Navy during World War II and was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 188 in St. Louis, Michigan. Survivors include his wife, Ivaleen; a brother and a sister. The Phoenix Gazette 22 Oct 1982.

THOMAS, Leslie R.
Sun City - Leslie R. Thomas, 83, retired assistant postmaster with the Flossmoor, Illinois, post office, died Nov. 26, 1982. Mr. Thomas was born in Chicago and moved to Arizona seven years ago. He is survived by his wife, Alice; daughters, Marion T. Baltrusch and Dorothy M. Yant; sons, Robert F. and Ralph L.; stepsons, Donald D. and Kenneth Broden; two sisters; 19 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. THe AZ Republic 11/28/1982.

THOMAS, Lindley E.
27 Oct 1890 - 18 April 1978 Lindley E. Thomas, 87, of Scottsdale, died April 18, 1978, in his home. He was a World War I veteran, retired officer of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach, California, member of First Southern Baptist Church and Arizona Masonic Lodge 2. He came here in 1961 from California. Wife, Irma; and a sister survive. Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden. The Arizona Republic, Thursday, April 20, 1978

THOMAS, Louis W., Sr.
78, a native of Hungary, moved to Phoenix in 1956 from Cleveland. Wife, Helen; son, Louis, Jr. of Independence, Ohio; a brother and a sister out of state. Burial in Cleveland. Published in the Arizona Republic 9/22/1967.

THOMAS, Mabel L.
Youngtown - Mabel L. Thomas, 76, who lived here since 1959 and was a member of Youngtown Community Church, died Tuesday, July 16, 1974. Husband, Percie J., and a sister survive. Services in Golden Door Chapel. Private burial. 7/19/1974.

THOMAS, Marcellious
Marcellious (Tommy) Thomas, wife, Mary.

THOMAS, Marie
Marie Thomas, 74, of Glendale, died Jan. 31, 1994. She was born in Midland City, Alabama, and was a supervisor in the garment industry. Survivors include her daughters Frances Plott and Shirley Webster; sisters, Irene Paramore and Geraldine Davis; eight grandchildren. Sunland Mortuary. 2/3/1994.

THOMAS, Olive McMillen
20 Apr 1898 - 6 Oct 1980 Scottsdale - Olive McMillen Thomas, 82, a retired beautician, died Oct. 6, 1980, in St. Joseph's Hospital. Mrs. Thomas was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientists. She moved to Arizona 28 years ago from Akron, Ohio. Surviving are her daughter, Esther Lam, and four grandchildren. Oct 8, 1980.

THOMAS, Pauline L.
Globe - Services for Pauline L. Thomas, 74, who died Oct. 15, 1979, at Miami Inspiration Hospital, were at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mrs. Thomas, a Central native, moved to Globe in 1922. She was a housewife. Survivors include her husband, Frederick; three daughters, Betty Lou Jones, Flora Mae Hunsaker and Norma Lee Tanner; a brother; four sisters; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. 17 Oct 1979

THOMAS, Richard Paul
Richard Paul Thomas, 71, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away September 10, 2004. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 PM on Monday, September 13, 2004 at Best Funeral Services, 9380 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, AZ. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Assoc., 101 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85003. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/12/2004.

THOMAS, Robert Miles
Robert Miles Thomas, 71, of Phoenix, died Feb. 1, 1994. He was born in Ottawa, Illinois, and was a retired truck body builder and Navy veteran. Wife, Betty; daughter, Elaine Moore; sons, Melvin and Eugene; four sisters; three brothers; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 2/4/1994.

THOMAS, Ronald William
Ronald William Thomas of Phoenix passed away August 30, 2004 at Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn. He was born October 21, 1941 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He had been an accountant with the Arizona Department of Revenue. He was preceded in death by his father William Thomas. He is survived by his mother Virginia Thomas, daughters Julie Shellberg (Tom) and Jill Hickman (Andrew), five grandchildren Ciara, Amanda, Kathryn, Tommy, and Brittany Shellberg, one great-grandchild, Jessica Bockhout, and his best friend Scooby. Visitation will be held on Thursday September 2, at Mercer Chapel in the Garden, 1541 E. Thomas Rd, Phoenix, 85014, from 10am-11am. Services will follow immediately after visitation at Mercer's at 11am. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association or The Humane Society. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/2/2004.

THOMAS, Virginia "Cricket"
Virginia "Cricket" Thomas, 64, was born in Kentucky and moved to Arizona in 1950. She had been a secretary for 22 years before retiring eight months ago. Husband, Charles; daughter, Cindy Dezember; sons, Charles E. and Robert; a sister; a brother and seven grandchildren. The Phoenix Gazette 10/6/1982.

THOMAS, William P.
83, Tuesday, 26 January 1960

THOMAS, Williamae Doreatha
Williamae Doreatha Thomas, 53, of Scottsdale, died March 19, 1994. She was born in Washington, D.C. and was an information references analyst for the U.S. Department of Defense. husband, Josiah Cervantes, Sr.; daughter, Rosolyn Monique Roscoe; sons, Josiah Cervantes, Jr., and Vincent William; sister, Gwendolyn B. Brooks and Brenda J. Blocker; and brothers, John C. and William J. Blocker. Messinger Mortuary. 3/24/1994.

THOMAS, Willie Mae
70, sister, Mrs. Anna STEVENSON of Phoenix; brother, Lonnie PERKINS in Oklahoma. Burial in Mesa Cemetery. 5/20/1967.

THOMASON, Daisy N.
11 Jul 1892 - 24 Oct 1979 Daisy N. Thomason, 87, who came to Phoenix in 1917 from Pennsylvania, died Oct. 24, 1979, in a Phoenix hospital. She is survived by her daughters, Phyllis Williams and Margaret McDonald; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services were in Greenwood Memorial Park, 2300 W. Van Buren. 26 Oct 1979

THOMPSON, Anna M.
Anna M. Thompson, 76, died Sat., Dec. 12, 1970. Mrs. Thompson moved here in 1953 from Atwater, OH. She was born in Pittsburg, KY. Survivors include her husband, Lucius J.; a son, Wendell of Phoenix; a sister and a brother out of state. Burial in Memory Lawn Cemetery. 12/15/1970.

THOMPSON, Catherine
Mrs. Catherine A. Thompson, 60, who came here 30 years ago from her native New York City and was a secretary 10 years for Arizona Public Service Co. before retiring in 1965, died yesterday, Aug. 29, 1967, in her home, 6702 N. 42nd Drive. Survivors include two sons, Donald L. of Phoenix and Aubrey O. of Sacramento, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Rose P. Ackerman, New York City; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association. Private services were held at A.L.Moore and Sons Mortuary. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. The Arizona Republic Wednesday, August 30, 1967.

THOMPSON, Charles
Charles Thompson, 79, a retired head grocery warehouseman, died last Friday, Sept. 24, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Graveside services for Thompson, 1856 E. Thomas, were today. He moved to Arizona 60 years ago from Illinois. Survivors include four cousins. 10/1/1982.

THOMPSON, Daniel F.
11 June 1920 - 26 Mar 1980 Daniel F. Thompson, 59, a World War II veteran, died March 26, 1980, in a Phoenix hospital's emergency room. He moved to Phoenix in 1959 from Rhode Island and had been a custodian for an electrical equipment company. Wife, Virginia; children, Rita S., Beatrice L., and Mark J.; a siter and two grandchildren. 3/29/1980.

THOMPSON, Dorothy B.
Dorothy B. Thompson, 75, of Mesa, the immediate past regent of the Charles Trumbull Hayden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, died Thursday, May 30, 1974. She retired here in 1968 from Santa Monica, California. Son, Karl Thompson; a sister, Betty Rosendale; and three grandchildren. Private cremation. 6/5/1974.

THOMPSON, Dorothy E.
Dorothy E. Thompson, 87, of Mesa, died Jan. 30, 1994. She was born in Kadoka, S. D., and was a bookkeeper. Stepdaughter, George Ann Reinholt; sister, Eva Spence; brother, Ernest Herman; numerous grandchildren. Services Trailer Village Social Hall, 3010 E. Main, Mesa. Henderson Funeral Home. 2/3/1994.

THOMPSON, Douglas L.
Douglas L. Thompson, 64, of Black Canyon City, died March 16, 1994. He was a heavy equipment mechanic, was born in Lawndale, California, and was a Vietnam War Marine Corps veteran. Wife, Dorothy; daughters, Barbara Ferris, Deborah Lamburtus and Linda Ferris; son, James; and 12 grandchildren Services Filthy FIve Clubhouse, Black Canyon City. Tolleson Funeral Home. 3/24/1994.

THOMPSON, Dwight M.
Dwight M. Thompson, 58, a retired Phoenix real estate man, died Thurs., March 5, 1970. He was born in Springfield, Missouri, and came to Phoenix in 1913. Wife, Eileen; daughter, Deborah THOMPSON; three sons, Dwight M., Jr., Victor and Michael; brother, Harold, all of Phoenix; and three grandchildren. Burial in Greenwood Memorial Park. 3/8/1970.

THOMPSON, Ellsworth B.
"Tommie" THOMPSON. Survived by wife, Mildred; brothers, Lloyd Martin, Kenneth Thompson; sisters, Mrs. Mary Trometer and Mrs. Gertrude Kitterman out of state. Services in Paradise Chapel and Funeral Home. Interment Greenwood. Funeral announcement only. 5/12/1967.

THOMPSON, Florence
Florence Ada Thompson, 95, of Gilbert Arizona was born October 02, 1908 and passed away on August 26, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Henry Thompson and her son Richard Allen Thompson. Other survivors include her sister Hope Matthewson; Daughter-in-law, Judy Atkinson; Grandchildren, Cathy Marcham-Pettit, Cindy Thompson, Scott (Polly) Thompson; and Allan Thompson. Six Great Grandchildren, Travis, Richie, Ryan, Justin, Matt, and Shannon; one Great-great Granddaughter, Tessa. Services will be private. Submitted on (08/29/2004) from East Valley Tribune

THOMPSON, Helen Laney
Helen Laney Thompson, 90, passed away on September 27, 2004 in Glendale, AZ. She was born on January 23, 1914 in Luna, NM to William and Edna Laney. Helen and her husband, Patrick Thompson, raised their family together in Luna and later in Mesa. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Helen was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she fulfilled many callings. She is preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Thompson; and 2 children: Lionel Thompson and Sandra Stapley. She is survived by her children: Lavonne Shelton (Lacy), Jim L. Thompson (Marie), Patricia Shupe (Bill), Myrna Nikolaus (LaVor), Stan Thompson (Pam), and Susan Erb (Tom); 30 grandchildren and 54 great grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Wednesday September 29, 2004 from 5-7:00 PM at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. Macdonald St, in Mesa, AZ. A funeral service will be held on Friday October 1, 2004 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Church in Luna, NM. Interment will be at the Luna Cemetery. For additional information, please visit www. meldrummortuary. com Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/28/2004.

THOMPSON, Helen Laney
Helen Laney Thompson, 90, Glendale, Arizona, passed away September 27, 2004. Visitation 5-7 p. m., Wednesday, September 29 at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. Macdonald St., Mesa. Services 11 a. m., Friday, October 1 at LDS Church, Luna, New Mexico. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/29/2004.

THOMPSON, Helen Laney
Helen Laney Thompson, 90, passed away on September 27, 2004 in Glendale, AZ. She was born on January 23, 1914 in Luna, NM to William and Edna Laney. Helen and her husband, Patrick Thompson, raised their family together in Luna and later in Mesa. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Helen was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she fulfilled many callings. She is preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Thompson; and 2 children: Lionel Thompson and Sandra Stapley. She is survived by her children: Lavonne Shelton (Lacy), Jim L. Thompson (Marie), Patricia Shupe (Bill), Myrna Nikolaus (LaVor), Stan Thompson (Pam), and Susan Erb (Tom); 30 grandchildren and 54 great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2004 from 5-7:00 PM at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. Macdonald St. in Mesa, AZ. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 1, 2004 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Church in Luna, NM. Interment will be at the Luna Cemetery. For additional information, please visit www. meldrummortuary. com Submitted on (09/28/2004) from East Valley Tribune

THOMPSON, Helen Laney
Helen Laney Thompson, 90, of Glendale died Sept. 27, 2004, in Glendale. Services: 5 p. m. today at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. Macdonald, Mesa. (480) 834-9255. Submitted on (09/29/2004) from East Valley Tribune

THOMPSON, James Delbert
James Delbert Thompson, 87, of Springerville, an electrical contractor, was born in Springerville and died June 15, 1994. Survivors include his wife, Lorene; daughter, Patsy Chapman; son, Dennis; sister, Katie Ellis; brother, Clifford; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 6/18/1994.

THOMPSON, Josie
Josie Thompson, 98, of Mesa, died Jan. 30, 1994. She was born in What Cheer, Iowa, and was the former owner of the Evening Star Restaurant. Daughter, Jerry Baggott; son, Donovan; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mesa City Cemetery. Feb. 1, 1994.

THOMPSON, Josie Mae Rubin
Services for Jose Mae Rubin Thompson, 61, were in Grace Memorial Church of God in Christ, 811 W. Buckeye. Mrs. Thompson, 3149 E. Atlanta, died Oct. 1, 1979. She moved here 39 years ago from Texas and was a self-employed cosmetologist. Survivors include her children, Ruby Burton Robertson, Lexie Woods, Fredrick and Lawayne Thompson; a sister; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Interment Greenwood 5 Oct 1979.

THOMPSON, Karl
Mesa - Graveside services for Karl Ernest THOMPSON, 53, who died Friday, June 21, 1974, in the Veterans Administration Hospital at Phoenix, were at Greenwood Memorial Park, 2300 W. Van Buren, Phoenix. Mr. Thompson, 701 S. Dobson Road, was a graphic artist. Survivors include daughters, Mrs. Suzan Engler and Dorothy K. Thompson; a son, Stephen; a sister, Faye Thompson, and brothers, John and Gable. Published June 23, 1974.

THOMPSON, Lawrence
Clifton - Services for Lawrence J. Thompson, 62, who died Monday, June 24, 1974, in his home, were Thursday in the First Southern Baptist Church. Burial in Clifton Cemetery. Mr. Thompson had been a dispatcher for 11 years with the Greenlee County Sheriff's office. Survivors include his wife, Lucille; children, Kenneth, James, Mrs. Winnie Louise Gregory, Mrs. Nella Rosena Lillie, Mrs. Wilta Lee Lightfoot, and Mrs. Leuna Willengberg; his mother, Mrs. Martha Nabors; stepdaughters, Mrs. Geraldine Clark and Mrs. Linda Martin; a sister and several half-sisters and half-brothers, all out of state; 20 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Lewallen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in the Arizona Republic June 26, 1974.

THOMPSON, Linda N.
Linda N. Thompson, 28, died April 15, 1978, in a house fire in Oakland, Calif. She had lived in Arizona for 25 years. Husband, Limmie; son, Limmie III; mother, Mrs. Carrie Holifield; father, Clenard Wade; two brothers and three sisters. The Phoenix Gazette Friday, April 21, 1978

THOMPSON, Lloyd
Mesa - Services for Lloyd Joseph Thompson, 60, were Saturday in Meldrum Mortuary, 52 N. Macdonald. Burial will be in Double Butte Cemetery. Mr. Thompson of 9632 E. Balsam died Tuesday, July 2, 1974, in Mesa Lutheran Hospital. A former restaurant operator in Iowa, he had been in the coin collecting business here. Survivors include his wife, Mary; sons, Charles L., James L., and Terry J.; a brother, Harold J.; two other brothers and a sister; and a grandson. Published July 4, 1974.

THOMPSON, Lonnie B.
25 May 1940 - 29 Jul 1967. Lonnie B. Thompson, 27, died Saturday, July 29, 1967, in Stockton, CA. Mr. Thompson, 1232 S. 11th Ave., was born in Phoenix and was a laborer. Surviving are his wife, Louise; a son, Lonnie B., Jr., at home; his mother, Mrs. Elmira Benjamin of Phoenix; his father, Fred Thompson of OR; two sisters, Mrs. Velma Carroll and Mrs. Helen Bell; and seven brothers, Fred, Edward, Rayshell, Riley, Herbert, Kenneth, and Bill, all of Phoenix. Burial at Double Butte Cemetery. Aug 4, 1967.

THOMPSON, Loris Wayne
Loris Wayne Thompson, 58, died June 21, 1978. He moved to Arizona in 1957 from Minnesota where he was a Masonic lodge member. He was self employed in the mobile home business. Wife, Delores; daughters, Sandra Burd and Patricia McCuin; four grandchildren and four brothers. Green Acres Mortuary. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/24/1978.

THOMPSON, Macon P.
Macon P. (Tom) Thompson passed away on Sept. 27, 2004, after a long illness. He lived in Mesa and the surrounding area for over 41 years and in Arizona for over 63 years. He leaves behind his wife Wanda, daughters Clara (Charlie) and husband Richard Kelly, Paula and husband Keith Pitre, and a son Macon Earl and wife Sharon. Three grandsons, Douglas, Jonathan and wife Holly, and Benjamin and wife Bernadette. His remains were donated to Science Care. There will be no services. He will be missed by all that knew him. Submitted on (09/29/2004) from East Valley Tribune

THOMPSON, Mamie
Services for Mamie Thompson, 90, a native of Scotland who came to Arizona in 1950 from Illinois, will be today in Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. Mrs. Thompson lived in Valley nursing homes in recent years and died Oct. 5, 1980, in Maricopa County Hospital. Survivors include children, Isabelle Hribar and Violet Doskeil, both of Phoenix, Gloria Seigel, Glendale, Rita Scherer, Dewey, Elsie Pocica, Florida, Helen Budnick and Pearl Holle, both of Illinois; sons, Jim, Bud, Al and Herbert of Illinois; 37 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Wed., Oct 8, 1980.

THOMPSON, Mary Evelyn Abounader
Mary Evelyn Abounader Thompson, 73, Phoenix, a homemaker, died Nov. 12, 1988. She was born in Gallup, New Mexico, and came to Phoenix in 1916. Survived by husband, Spencer LeRoy Thompson; a daughter, Paula Marie Stone; three sons, Spence DeVell, Edward LeRoy, and Charles Alan Thompson; two sisters and a brother and 12 grandchildren. Rosary and Mass at St. Gregory's Catholic Church, 3424 N. 18th Ave. Paradise Chapel Funeral Home. Nov. 14, 1988.

THOMPSON, Megona J.
Megona J. Thompson, 83, of Phoenix, died Oct. 30, 1994. She was born in Andover, Iowa, and was an insurance clerk for a hospital. Daughters, Marilyn M. NORRIS and Nancy J. STEPHENS; sons, Lorin C., Dwaine G., Billy I. and George A.; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. 11/1/1994.

THOMPSON, Melissa
Melissa Thompson, 19, a graduate of Moon Valley High School where she was an honor student and active in musical programs, died of an illness Jan. 22, 1980, in her home. Miss Thompson, 1632 W. Waltann, was president of the School Orchestra, a member of the Symphonic Band and Marching Band which went to Philadelphia during the Bicentennial, the Jazz Ensemble and performed at musicals in other schools. She came to Phoenix in 1969 from New York and is survived by her mother, Marie Thompson; a sister and two brothers. Services were in Trinity Lutheran Church, 9424 N. Seventh Ave. Glendale Chapel of the Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Ave. the Arizona Republic Thursday, 24 January 1980.

THOMPSON, Nancy J.
Nancy J. Thompson, 81, a homemaker, died Tuesday, March 29, 1977, in Bel Isle Nursing Home. She moved here 20 years ago from Seattle. Survived by husband, Grover C.; sons, Robert W. and Richard G. Jones; step-daughter, Cloydene Sorensen; seven grandchildren. Interment in Seattle. Arizona Republic 4/1/1977.

THOMPSON, Norman Wayne
Norman Wayne Thompson, 51, a bartender in Phoenix from 1965 to 1977 when he moved to Texas, died Oct. 31, 1979, in Dallas. He had been an inspector for Thorsen Tool Co. of Dallas. He was born in Minneapolis and served in the Merchant Marine in World War II. Survivors include his daughters, Janis, Colleen and Constance; mother, Emma Schmude; two sisters and four brothers. Services were at Caldwell Chapel of the Valley, Safford. 4 Nov 1979.

THOMPSON, Patricia Anne
Services for Patricia Anne Thompson, 18, were Wednesday in Maryvale Mortuary Chapel, 6901 W. Indian School. Burial in Glendale Resthaven Cemetery. Miss Thompson, of 6818 W. Highland, was killed Saturday, June 8, 1974, in an auto accident. She had been a member of the choirs at Trevor Brown High School, 67th Avenue Baptist Church and West Phoenix Baptist Church Youth Choir. She was graduated from Trevor Brown last week. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George R. Thompson; brothers, George III, Donald R., Barry L. and Randy L.; grandparents, Mrs. Mary Bean and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Berryhill. Published in the Arizona Republic June 11, 1974.

THOMPSON, Rebecca
Mrs. Rebecca Thompson, 85, a charter member of the Methodist Church in Beresford, S. D., died yesterday, Friday, May 5, 1967, in Acacia Nursing Home. Mrs. Thompson, 3633 E. Fairmont, was born in Beresford and moved to Phoenix in 1959. Services were in Grimshaw's Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany Home. Burial in East Resthaven Cemetery. Survivors include two sons, Lyman W. of Phoenix and Fred L. of Lake Andes, S. D.; two sisters in California; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The AZ Republic Saturday, May 6, 1967.

THOMPSON, William
Services for William Thompson, 73, were Friday in A.L.Moore & Sons Mortuary, 333 W. Adams. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Thompson, a retired carpenter, who had lived 30 years in Phoenix, died Tuesday, June 18, 1974, in his home at Perkins, Oklahoma. Survivors include his wife, Mary; children, Mrs. Larry Huff, Mrs. Clyde Edwood, Mrs. John Ligon, Jr., and Robert; a brother, Sam; 10 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Published June 20, 1974.

THOMPSON, William Walter, Jr.
William Walter Thompson, Jr., 68, who was self-employed industrial designer, died Sunday, June 9, 1974, in his home, 37 W. Medlock. Mr. Thompson came here six years ago from Michigan. He was born in West Virginia. Survivors include his wife, Ruth; a son, William J.; and three grandchildren. Mortensen-Kings Funeral Center arranged private cremation. Published June 11, 1974.

THOMSON, Nellie V.
4 Oct 1892 - 15 Dec 1982 Nellie V. Thomson, 90, died Dec. 15, 1982, at Humana Hospital. Mrs. Thomson was born in New Jersey and moved to Arizona in 1914. She is survived by her daughter, Madeline Graves; sons, Stanton L. and Jack L.; a sister; 12 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 12/18/1982.

THORNE, James
Peridot - James Thorne, 89, died Saturday, June 8, 1974, in the Mountain View Nursing Home in Safford. He was a spokesman for the San Carlos Apache Tribe and a retired cattleman. He had been foreman for the Anchor Seven Cattle Association for 30 years. Children, Alfred, Alfonso, Mrs. Cecelia Chavez, Mrs. Nandia Irving, and Mrs. Nellie Marlin; 19 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Safford Funeral Home. Services were in the Assembly of God Church and burial was in Peridot Cemetery. 6/13/1974.

THORNHILL, Gordon Crosby
Gordon Crosby Thornhill, 66, died September 12, 2004 in his home in Taylor, Arizona. Born in Taylor, Arizona on 12-27-1937, he spent summers there but lived in Phoenix during the winters. Gordon graduated from Phoenix Union High School and began raising his growing family of one daughter and 4 sons in Tempe. He was founder and owner of Aero Design Manufacturing in Phoenix. In addition to his business interests, he was the former Mayor of the Town of Taylor, former President of the Sun Devil Club of Arizona State University, a member of the Tempe Kiwanis and an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Gordon's favorite calling in the church was managing the Taylor Stake cattle ranch with the help of many fine cowboys who he loved and respected. A man of many hobbies and interests, he was constantly learning and developing new skills, his latest being leather and silver crafting. He married Nancy McCallion Fees of Tempe in 1980. He is survived by his wife and best friend Nancy and children: Margo and Ray S. Morse, Gyle and Debra Thornhill, Nick Thornhill, Kirk Thornhill, deceased, Eric and Rachelle Thornhill, John and Melissa Fees, and sixteen grandchildren. Gordon's view on life was: "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming: "Wow. . . What A Ride!!!" A Memorial Service will be held at the Taylor Stake Center , Taylor, AZ at 10:00 A. M. on Saturday September 18th. Donations can be made to RTA Hospice & Palliative Care, 1789 W. Commerce Dr., Lakeside, AZ 85929. Published in The Arizona Republic from 9/15/2004 - 9/17/2004.

THORNHILL, Jay Wesley
Jay Wesley Thornhill, 62, died Nov. 29, 1982, at Valley Hospital in Van Nuys, CA. He was born in Syracuse, New York, and moved to Phoenix in 1967. He received his bachelors degree from Penn State University and his masters degree from Purdue University. Mr. Thornhill commuted between Phoenix and Pasadena, CA, where he was an engineer and technical assessment manager of the photovoltaics program for the Jet Propulsion Labs. Mr. Thornhill served as a lieutenant in the signal corps during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Jackie. Interment Paradise Memorial Gardens. Wednesday, 12/1/1982.

THORNHILL, Kevin Chad Hixson
(announcement only) Survived by mother, Willie Marie Hixson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Hixson, Jr., Mesa. 3/26/1980.

THORNTON, Robert, Jr.
Interment Glendale Memorial. 11/29/1982.

THORNTON, William E.
37, was an Army veteran of the Korean conflict and a native of Rockford, Ill. Wife, Marjorie E.; children, Pamela, Becky and Tommy, all of Tempe; mother, Mrs. Dorothy THORNTON of Park Ridge, Ill.; brothers and sister out of state. Published in the Arizona Republic 9/27/1967.

THORP, Harold John
Services for Harold John Thorp, 86, mayor of Youngtown from 1967 to 1969, will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in Lundberg's Gold Door Chapel, 11211 Michigan Ave., Youngtwon. Thorp of 12253 W. Augusta Drive, Sun City, died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1982, in a Valley hospital. He moved to Arizona 24 years ago from his native Kansas. He was a supervisor for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. for 41 years. He was a member of the Youngtown City COuncil eight years before becoming mayor. He was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Sun City, the Masonic Blue Lodge, Sun City No. 72, the Scottish Rite in Wichita, Kansas, the Consistory and Shrine in Wichita, the Sun Sky Kiwanis Social Club, the Acacia Club, the Booster Club of Youngtown, the Telephone Pioneers of America in Wichita and the Sguaro Club of Telephone Pioneers of Sun City. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; four daughters, Lu Steele, Nina Delloso, Hild Erwin and Donna Longeneker; 10 grandchildre; and 15 great-grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Friday, Oct. 1, 1982.

THORPE, Leonard (Lenny)
Leonard Thorpe (Lenny) 48, of Peoria. Blessed the world with his Birth on July 29, 1956, cancer took him from us on Sept. 8, 2004 however his Spirit will always be with the ones he loves. His wife, Liz, Son, Will, brothers Pat (Mary), Bill (Vicky) nieces, Jessica, Alex, nephew, Brandon and all his dear friends. God Speed Lenny. Service Sept. 13th at Camelback Sunset Chapel, 301 W. Camelback. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley in his name. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/12/2004.

THORSEN, Julia F.
Julia F. Thorsen, 58, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away September 10, 2004. No services. Arrangements entrusted to Arizona Cremation & Funeral Services. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/14/2004.

THRALL, Electa Elizabeth
Electa Elizabeth Thrall, 94, who had lived in Phoenix 64 years, died Thursday, June 13, 1974, in Hunts Nursing Home. She was a member of Bethany Bible Church. Step-son, Joe Thrall; brother, Cecil Nelson. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. 6/15/1974.

THRONE, Talford
27 Jun 1919 - 15 Dec 1982 Talford Clinton Throne, 63, a retired supervisor-clerk with Maricopa County Auto License Department, died Dec. 15, 1982, in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Throne, of 3242 W. College Drive, was born in Freeborn County, Minnesota, and moved to Arizona from Iowa 40 years ago. He was a retired Army lieutenant colonel and World War II veteran. He was a member of the Reserve Officers Association, Retired Officers Association and Nordman's Forbunt. He is survived by his wife, Ann; three sisters, Arlene Johnson, Albert Lea, Minn., Lorrela Hertzog, Munds Park, AZ, and Talora Grosland, Elgin, IL; and five brothers, Luverne, Manley, IA, Orivil, Mason City, IA, Harley, Mason City, IA, Raymond, Phoenix, and Lloyd of Minneapolis, MN. Memorial services Monday at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 1500 W. Maryland. Grimshaw Bethany Chapel made arrangements. The Arizona Republic December 19, 1982, p. F17.

THUNE, Dennis R.
8 Jan 1955 - 7 Oct 1982 Dennis R. Thune, 27, an estimator/project manager with Lufkin Construction Co. in Phoenix, died Thurs., Oct. 7, 1982, in his home. He moved to Arizona five years ago from his native North Dakota. He graduated from Arizona State University in 1979. Survivors include his wife, Susan Jo; two daughters, Aron Joy and Audrey Jo; his parents, Wallace and Florence Thune; two sisters; and four brothers. The Phoenix Gazette 10/8/1982.

THURBER, Albert Ezrel
St Johns - Albert Ezrel Thurber, 91, who moved to St. Johns in 1912, died Monday, June 24, 1974, in Winslow Memorial Hospital. He was the owner and operator of the St. Johns dry cleaning establishment and barber shop for many years. Children, A. E., Jr., Mrs. Adrian Roberts, and Mrs. Montez Carter; a brother, Dan P.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Burial in St. Johns Cemetery. 6/26/1974.

THURMER, Lola
Yarnell - Graveside services for Lola Thurmer, 69, who died Oct. 14, 1979, at Yavapai Community Hospital, were at Genung Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Thurmer, a Missouri native, moved to Yarnell in 1972. She was a housewife. Survivors include her husband, Frank; three sons, Robert Harrell, Greg Harrell, and Richard; four daughters, Dolly Gilman, Lelia Perkins, Beverly Grimm and Sharon Harrell; a brother; four sisters and several grandchildren. p. C10. 18 Oct 1979

TIBKE, Howard Rudolph
Howard Rudolph Tibke, 71, of Watertown, S.D., a winter visitor to Mesa, died Feb. 14, 1994. He was born in Carson, N.D., and was a retired car salesman and a Wrold War II Army Air Corps veteran. Wife, Esther; daughter, Penny Maureen; son, Richard Howard; sisters, Benice Feeney and Doris Steigman; brothers, Earl, Allan, Roger, Carter and Jerry; and three grandchildren. Chapel of Prayer Funeral Home. 2/18/1994.

TIBSHRAENY, Nick
Nick Tibshraeny, 60, of Mesa, a real estate broker, died May 5, 1998. He was born in Mesa and was a member of the Arizona National Guard. Survivors include his wife, Susan; daughters, Deena, Nicole, and Alexa; parents, Hazel and Iser, sisters, Florence HANNA and Carole FISCHER; and brother, Gary. Visitation and services St. Marks Episcopal Church, 322 N. Horne, Mesa. Contributions: American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 5377, Phoenix, AZ 85010-5377. Meldrum Mortuary. The Arizona Republic May 8, 1998

TICE, Josephine Alberta
Josephine A. Tice, 75, Peoria, Arizona, passed away June 30, 2003. No services locally. Best Funeral Services. Published in the Arizona Republic on 7/2/2003. [possibly daughter of Pearl ALLWINE]

TIDMORE, Annie May
Buckeye - Annie May Tidmore, 89, a housewife, died Monday, July 15, 1974, in Maricopa County Hospital. She had lived in Palo Verde and Buckeye areas since 1930. Children, David, Lee, Roy, Mrs. Marie Howard, and Mrs. Ruby Page; a brother out of state and 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Buckeye Funeral Home. Louis B. Hazelton Memorial Park. 7/17/1974.

TIEDEMAN, Lucille
Lucille Tiedeman, 81, of Sun City, a registered nurse, was born in Humeston, Iowa, and died June 17, 1994. Survivors include her husband, Howard; daughter, Pamela Walcher; son, Gary; sisters, Opal Tonkinson, Neva Seitz and Mary Merle Tuttle; and three grandchildren. Sunland Mortuary. 6/18/1994.

TIERNEY, Ronald Dean
Ronald Dean Tierney, 10, a fourth grade student at SPitalny School, died of an illness Monday, June 3, 1974, in his home, 5001 W. Merrell. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Tierney; brothers, Ray anad David; a sister, Diane; grandparents, Mrs. Ruth Reedy and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Tierney. Mass in the Church of St. Vincent de Paul, 3140 N. 51st Ave. Burial in Topeka, Kansas. 6/5/1974.

TIFFANY, Verna L.
Mesa -- Verna L. Tiffany, 53, died Fri., May 5, 1967, of a heart ailment. She was born in Ramah, N.M., and came to Arizona in 1943. She moved to California in 1950 and returned to Mesa in 1963. She was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is survived by her husband, Asa; three daughters, Mrs. Joan Gibbons of Holbrook, Mrs. Ruth Davis of St. Johns and Earlene Tiffany, Mesa; two sons, Edward W. of San Diego and Asa Y. of Mesa; her father, Orson Frederick Lewis, St. Johns; four sisters, Mrs. Ethel Rothlisberger and Mrs. Daphne Stradling, both of St. Johns, Mrs. Leola Clawson of Ramah, and Mrs. Winifred Brown of Idaho; and 14 grandchildren. Burial in Mesa Cemetery. 5/7/1967.

TILLACK, O. Paul
O. Paul Tillack, 88, Scottsdale, a retired mechanical engineer, died Nov. 12, 1988. He was born in Baltimore. Survived by wife, Maxine A., a son and two grandchildren. Private services. A.L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. Nov. 14, 1988.

TILLERY, Philip Hugh
Philip Hugh Tillery of Salinas, California, passed away on September 7, 2004 in Glendale, AZ. He was born on July 25, 1942 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was a self employed plumber. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn and daughters, Dawn Bullard and Kimberly Cross of Salinas, CA; sons, Terry of Bay Point, CA, Scott of Sacramento, CA and Eric of Salinas, CA; sister, Riccie Jacobs; mother, Frankie Shingledecker; nephew, Sean Osterman; 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 10th at Valley Bible Church, 1801 East Osborn at 10 AM. Arrangements, Hansen Mortuary. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/10/2004.

TILLIS, Bobby Dean
McNary -- Services for Bobby Tillis, 27, Southwest Forest Industries logger who was killed in an auto accident Saturday, July 22, 1967, will be tomorrow in Blooming Grove Baptist Church. Burial will be in Blooming Grove Cemetery. Mr. Tillis was a graduate of McNary High School. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Tillis; five brothers, Jimmy, Fred, Allan, Lydell and Durand; three sisters, Glenda, Pamela and Sharon Tillis, all of McNary. Alcorn Mortuary, Holbrook, handled arrangements. The Arizona Republic Friday, July 28, 1967, p. 33.

TILLOU, Daisy
Services for Mrs. Daisy Tillou, 64, of 1534 E. San Miguel, were Monday, Jan. 25, 1960, in Memory Chapel, A.L.Moore and Sons Mortuary, 333 W. Adams. The Rev. Culver Nelson, of North Congregational Church, will officiate. Cremation will follow at Greenwood Memorial Park. Mrs. Tillou, born in Stella, Nebraska, came to Arizona in 1940 from Saratoga, Wyoming. She died yesterday (Jan. 22, 1960) in a Phoenix hospital. She is survived by her husband, Byron; a daughter, Mrs. James Cleveland, San Francisco; and two granddaughters. The Arizona Republic Saturday, 23 January 1960

TILLSON, Janis Vivian
Janis Vivian Tillson, 45, of Phoenix, died May 22, 1994. She was born in Canada and was an administrative assistant. Husband, Roy; daughter, Jennifer; mother, Vivian Harding; sisters, Sydney Rahn and Patricia Harding; brother, Douglas Harding. 5/24/1994.

TIMBERLAKE, Louise
62, was born in Cleburne, Texas, and was a resident of Humboldt for 40 years. Daughter, Katheryn NORTON, Highland, CA; a sister out of state. Burial in Mountain View Cemetery. Published in the Arizona Republic 9/26/1967.

TIMBERLAKE, Mary Beasley
Chandler - Mary Beasley Timberlake died Nov. 20, 1982, her 90th birthday, at an East Valley nursing home in Mesa where she had resided for the past three years. She arrived in Arizona on her birthday in 1929. A housewife, she lived in Chandler and for short periods in Phoenix and Buckeye. Survivors include a daughter, Lois Pirtle; sons, Coy Beasley, Sy Beasley, Lloyd Beasley, and Teddy Beasley; 23 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Services were at First Baptist Church, Chandler. Bueler Mortuary made arrangements. 11/22/1982.

TIMMONS, Mildred
18 Feb 1929 - 14 Nov 1988 Mildred "Timmy" Timmons, 59, of Phoenix, a registered nurse, died Nov. 14, 1988. She was born in Greenfield, Iowa. Survivors include her husband, Charles, L.; two daughters; a son. A. L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1316 E. Cheery Lynn Road. Nov. 17, 1988.

TINDALL, Mary E.
Mrs. Mary E. Tindall, 61, of 2428 W. Solano, died June 16, 1974, at a local hospital. Surviving is one brother, Marion Walker, of Bartsville, Illinois. Burial at Double Butte Cemetery in Tempe. 6/25/1974.

TINGLER, Gertrude E.
10 Sep 1913 - 28 Jan 1980 Glendale - Gertrude E. Tingler, 66, who moved here three years ago from Michigan, died Jan. 28, 1980, in Good Samaritan Hospital. Husband, Clarence; daughters, Janice Kenney and Diana Vaught; a grandson; two sisters and a brother. Published 1/30/1980.

TINKER, Alex K.
Alex K. Tinker, 89, of Glendale, director of marketing for a plumbing, heating and air conditioning business, died Nov. 16, 1988. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. Survivors include two sons, John H., III, and Alex K., Jr.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services at Menke Funeral Home, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City. Nov. 18, 1988.

TINSLEY, Mary B.
Mary B. Tinsley, 70, who had been a registered nurse at the Little Sisters of the Poor Nursing Facility in Cleveland, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Mass for Mrs. Tinsley of 15219 Ridgeview Road, Sun City, was in St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 15800 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, and moved to Sun City in 1976 from Pepper Pike, Ohio. She was a member of the St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church guild, Sun City Hospice, and the Sun City Handicapables, the Lakeview Lawn Bowlers and Sun City Hiking Club. Survivors include her husband, James H., Sun City; two sons, James H. (Tim) of VA and and John (Mike) of NC; a daughter, Mary Booth (Mickie) of Virginia; and eight grandchildren. Interment Arlington National Cemetery. Arrangements by Menke Funeral Home. The Phoenix Gazette Wednesday, Oct. 6, 1982.

TIPTON, Emmett R.
Peoria - Services for Emmett R. Tipton, 78, a retired shoe factory foreman who died Oct. 8, 1980, in St. Joseph's Hospital, will be Friday in Lundberg Mortuary Chapel, 11211 Michigan Ave., Youngtown. Mr. Tipton, 10701 N. 99th Ave., came here in 1968 from his native Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Leona; children, Norma Taylor; Shirley Bandy and Betty Ahrens; six grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Published in The Arizona Republic Thursday, October 9, 1980.

TIRELLA, Carmine J.
Carmine J. Tirella, 64, of Peoria, a retired police detective, died March 13, 1998. He was born in New Rochelle, New York and was a Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Ursula; daughter, Tina Marie; sons, Michael C. and Carmine V.; sister Rita HURLEY; brother, Robert; and five grandchildren. Visitation Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria. Contributions: Tatum Church of Christ, 18010 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85032. The Arizona Republic Sunday, March 15, 1998

TISDALE, Harold Edward
Harold Edward Tisdale, 77, of Camp Verde, died Feb. 2, 1994. He was born in Illinois, and was a carpenter. Survivors include his stepdaughter, Mary Louise Hopper; son, Paul; and sisters, Ruth and Helen. Westcott Funeral Home. 2/5/1994.

TISDALE, Louis C.
Louis C. Tisdale, 86, of Phoenix, a retired president of a property-management company, died Aug. 2, 1994. He was born in Prescott and was a former president of the Don's Club. He was also a member of the board of directors for the Arizona Museum and Phoenix Little Theater. Survivors include his daughters, Terry Lou CARTER, Nancy CLARK and Dixie GROSSMAN; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services All Saints Episcopal Church, 6300 N. Central Ave. Contributions: Phoenix Museum of History, P.O. Box 926, Phoenix, AZ 85001. A. L. Moore & Sons. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Aug. 4, 1994

TISDALE, Zellah O.
Zellah Tisdale, 80, of 1919 E. Colter, who retired in 1970 after 26 years in sales for Childs World, died Oct. 2, 1980, in Phoenix Baptist Hospital. Services were in A. L. Moore & Sons Mortuary, 333 W. Adams. Mrs. Tisdale came here in 1942. She had been a member of the Eastside Nazarene Church here and the Eastern Star in Iowa. Surviving are a daughter, Margot Smith, Clinton, New Jersey; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Sherry McCaniles, San Bernardino, CA; and a brother, Jeff McCaniles, Bethany Oklahoma; Services conducted by Rev. Clyde A. Rhone in Chapel of Memories, A.L. Moore & Sons. Interment Greenwood. The Arizona Republic Saturday, October 4, 1980.

TITCOMB, Edward A.
Nogales -- Edward A. Titcomb, 75, a member of one of Nogales' oldest families, died Sun, July 30, 1967. He was born in Nogales in August 1892. His maternal grandfather, George Christ, came to Arizona Territory in 1890, appointed by Benjamin Harrison as the territory's first collector of customs. Mt. Titcomb's father settled in Nogales in 1883. Mr. Titcomb graduated from St. Paul's School, Concord, N.H., and Yale University in 1913. He served in World War I as a second lieutenant in the 15th Cavalry. He owned and operated the Titcomb Supply Co. from 1933 until his death. Surviving are three sons, William of Nogales, Edward, Jr., of Mesa, and the Rev. James Titcomb of Scottsdale; a daughter, Mrs. Peggy Cumming of Nogales; four sisters, Dorothy of Nogales, Mrs. Polly Lee of Tucson, Mrs. J. W. McCall of Pasadena, CA, and Mrs. Agard Bailey of Newport, CA; a brother, John, of New Brunswick, N.J., and 13 grandchildren. Services were at St. ANdrew's Episcopal Church. Burial in Nogales Cemetery. Aug. 1, 1967.

TITTENGER, Arthur W.
Coolidge - Funeral services for Arthur W. Tittenger, 68, who died Friday, January 1, 1960, in the Pinal General Hospital in Florence, will be conduct4ed tomorrow in the Cole and Maud Mortuary. Burial will be in Valley Memorial Park. Mr. Tittenger was born in Ganges, Ohio, and was a teacher in Ohio schools for 17 years. Later he worked for the Westinghouse Corp. He came to Arizona three years ago and was an employe of the Arizona Children's Colony at Randolph. His home was in Coolidge. Survivors include his wife, Frieda; three sons, Jay, Sacramento, CA, Richard, Los Angeles, and Earl, Columbus, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Rollins, Mrs. Ralph Simpson, and Mrs. Harold Vesper, all of Mansfield, Ohio; a sister, Mrs. Francis Crumb, Sacramento; 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The Arizona Republic Monday, 4 January 1960, p. 18

TOALSON, Virginia
Services for Virginia Toalson, 69, who died Jan. 31, 1982, in her home, were in Messinger Mortuary Chapel, 7601 E. Indian School, Scottsdale. Mrs. Toalson moved here in 1976 from her native Missouri and was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Earl N.; children, Mrs. Ernest (Sue) Young and Robert E.; four grandchildren and a brother, Elmo C. Owen of Hannibal, MO. The AZ Republic Feb. 3, 1982.

TOBIN, John D.
Tempe - Rosary for John D. Tobin, 74, will be today at Shumway's Lakeshore Mortuary, 1815 S. Dobson Road. Services will be Friday at Resurrection Catholic Church, 3201 S. Evergreen. Mr. Tobin, who moved to Tempe six years ago from Homewood, Illinois, died Dec. 1, 1982, at Tempe St. Luke's Hospital. He was a member of the church senior choir. He is survived by his wife, Francis; daughters, Patricia A. Barrowman and Judith M. Patti; son, Jack; a sister, a brother and seven grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Dec. 2, 1982.

TOBLER, Charles J.
25 Dec 1919 - 9 Oct 1980 Charles J. Tobler, 60, died Oct. 9, 1980, in St. Luke's Hospital. Mr. Tobler was a welder 25 years for Reynolds Metal and was a member of Steelworkers Union Local 3937. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and came to Arizona in 1945 from Kansas. Wife, Mary; children, Terri Fisher, Patricia, Robyn and Edward; and two brothers. Mass was at St. Agnes Church, 1954 N. 24th St. Interment St. Francis Cemetery. The Arizona Republic Sunday, Oct. 12, 1980.

TODD, James
6 Jan 1910 - 18 July 1974. Youngtown - James Todd, 64, died Thursday, July 18, 1974, in Valley View Hospital. He was employed by Allied Van Lines; Weicker Movers & Storage Co. of Denver for 18 years. He was a member of the Church of Scotland and Inverkip Masonic Lodge. Wife, Agnes; a brother and a sister. Lundberg Golden Door Chapel arranged private burial. 7/29/1974.

TODD, Linda
Linda Todd loved life. Born in Xenia, Ohio, Linda grew up in Yellow Springs, Ohio where she was known as Linda Todd Yoder. Linda past on peacefully and gracefully last Saturday September 18th. After a very brave battle with cancer. She left us to join her parents, Earl Yoder and Martha Ream Yoder Morris as well as her step-father Paul Morris. Linda is survived by her brother Mark and sister-in-law Suzanne Yoder of Sarasota Florida, her huge family of close friends, and her beloved companion dogs Gracie and Georgey. Linda was a beautiful, vivacious lady and her open welcoming smile portrayed her love and generosity. Linda will sorely missed her many, many friends around the world. She knew no strangers and always had a smile for every person she encountered. She told a friend that until she became ill she could never remember a day without hope. Kindness and caring were Linda's trademarks and she combined these with her boundless energy, her unfailing loyalty to her friends and her deep religious conviction. A great Manager, Organizer and Lover of design, Linda used her talents in many areas. At various times she ran her own businesses - Todd Interiors and Blooms Again. She also managed apartment complexes in Texas and Arizona. Many charities benefited because she championed their causes, always with a fierce conviction and total commitment. Some of the boards Linda served on included The Young President's Organization, The Laguna Beach Community Clinic and The Christian Family Care Agency. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 1st at 4:00 P. M. at the Chapel of the Scottsdale Bible Church located at 7901 E. Shea Blvd. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Arizona Chapter (AZ101) of the Lymphona Research Foundation P. O. Box 32083, Phoenix, AZ 85064-2083 Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/26/2004.

TODD, Linda
Linda Todd, 62, of Scottsdale died Sept. 18, 2004, in Scottsdale. Services: 4 p. m. Friday at Scottsdale Bible Church Chapel, 7901 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Life-Paths Funeral Home handled arrangements. (480) 945-4440. Submitted on (09/29/2004) from East Valley Tribune

TODOROFF, Karl
born Bulgaria, Europe. Services in Omaha, Nebraska.

TODOROFF, Wilma Mary
Wilma Mary Todoroff was born in Madison, Illinois on July 8th, 1922, daughter of Julia & Matthew Ozanich. She was raised in Granite City, Illinois and attended Granite City High School. Wilma was introduced to and courted by a handsome young U. S. Army Officer, Lt. Colonel Alexander Todoroff, whom she married on April 19, 1952 in Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. Thus began the exciting life of a military wife traveling the European continent while stationed in Heidelberg, Germany for three years. Her spirit of adventure inspired the family to reside in Illinois, California, Hawaii and finally in Mesa, Arizona, where she settled with Alexander in 1986. Wilma's zest for life, warmth and generosity brought her many life-long friends wherever she lived. Wilma passed away on September 26, 2004. She is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years; her loving children, oldest son Gary and his wife Lynne, daughter Linda, and youngest son Alan and his wife Sheri; her four wonderful grandchildren Chelsea, Brett, Ian and Austin, as well as her twin sister Veronica Peternel and youngest sister Shirley Obrymski. She was preceded in death by her sister Margaret Mehelic. Wilma will be loved and greatly missed by her family, many friends and everyone who had the pleasure to know her during her gracious 82 years on this earth. Friends may call on Friday, October 1, 2004 from 5:30 - 7:00P. M. at Mariposa Gardens Cemetery Chapel 6747 E. Broadway Road, Mesa. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 P. M. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 12:00 P. M., Saturday, Oct. 2, 2004 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S. Power Road, Mesa. Interment will be on Monday, at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Edwardsville, Illinois. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2929 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016. Arrangements entrusted to Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care 480-830-4422. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/30/2004.

TODOROFF, Wilma Mary
Wilma Mary Todoroff, 82, of Mesa died Sept. 26, 2004, in Mesa. Services: Noon Saturday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S. Power Road, Mesa. Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Care handled arrangements. (480) 830-4422. Submitted on (09/30/2004) from East Valley Tribune

TOENNIGES, Edith H.
Edith H. Toenniges, 67, who had been a buffer for Stanley Manufacturing, died Saturday, Oct. 2, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Griveside services for Mrs. Toenniges, a Glendale resident, were in Resthaven Park Cemetery, Glendale. She was born in Hartford, Connecticut, and moved to Arizona 14 years ago from California. Survivors include four daughters, Janice Cheltra, Shirley Walsh, Denise Swanson and Sharlene Toenniges; two brothers; three sisters; and 12 grandchildren. The Phoenix Gazette, 10/4/1982.

TOLBERT, Earl Clarence
Glendale - Earl C. Tolbert, 62, retired civil engineer and deputy chief of operations and maintenance at Luke Air Force Base, died Nov. 25, 1982, at his residence. Mr. Tolbert was born in Harrisburg, PA, and moved to Arizona 37 years ago. He was a World War II veteran and was a member of Disabled American Veterans and Elks Lodge No. 1961. He was a past commander of American Legion Post No. 63. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, daughter Earlene Marshall; sons, Albert, San Carlos, CA, Richard, Ventura, CA, Robert and Clinton Diffle, Phoenix; brother, Robert, Middletown, PA; sisters Mabel Arndt, Mildred Coplen, Phoenix, Edith Fahrekamp, Houston, Texas; and eight grandchildren. Services were at Chapel of the Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Ave. 11/29/1982.

TOLLINGER, Mary D.
Mary D. Tollinger, 80, of Glendale, died Friday, Oct. 25, 1974, in a Phoenix hospital. She was a retired hosiery inspector. Daughter, Mrs. Helen I. Murphy; a son, Ralph M. Knight; three sisters out of statae; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services and burial were in Indianapolis. Sunnyslope Sunnyside Mortuary. 10/27/1974.

TOLMAN,Winfield Scott
Safford - Services for Winfield Scott Tolman, 65, who died Saturday, June 22, 1974, at Mt. Graham Community Hospital, were Monday at Caldwell's Chapel of the Valley. Cremation was at Tucson Memorial Park. Mr. Tolman came to Safford from Farmington, Maine, in 1958, when he retired from the restaurant and real estate businesses. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; a son, Scott, and a grandchild. Published June 23, 1974, in The Arizona Republic.

TOMASIC, Magda
Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, Church of St. Agnes, 1954 N. 24th St. Interment Greenwood Memorial Park. Funeral announcement only 12/10/1982.

TOMECKO, Vera
Rosary for Vera Tomecko, 71, was in Grimshaw Chapel, 710 W. Bethany. Mass was in Sts. Simon & Jude Cathedral, 6351 N. 27th Ave. Mrs. Tomecko, 2942 W. Cactus Wren, moved here 28 years ago from Ohio and died Oct. 29, 1979, in Phoenix Baptist Hospital. She was a member of the Golden Agers at the church. Survivors include her children, Rosemary Goodmiller, Donald and Ronald; a brother and five grandchildren. 1 Nov 1979.

TOMES, William F.
William E. Tomes, 69, of Globe, moved here 46 years ago from Kentucky. Wife, Anna Rose; daughters, Mary DODD of Globe; Josephine SMITH, Lakewood, Calif.; Kenneth H. of Florence; Jack H. of the U. S. Air Force in South Vietnam; Robert P. of Fullerton, Calif.; grandchildren. Burial in Resthaven Cemetery. Published in the Arizona Republic 1/3/1970.

TOMITS, Albert
Sun City - Albert Tomits, 83, of 10816 El Capitan Circle, a 12-year resident of Sun City, died Nov. 24, 1982, at Boswell Memorial Hospital. Mr. Tomits was born in Austria and operated a liquor store in Forest Hills, N.Y., for 25 years. He was a member of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Minnie; son, Robert; daughter, Albertine Gordon of CA; two brothers, Karl and Joseph Tomits, both of Austria; one sister, Betty Jaklitsch of NY; and six grandchildren. Rosary was at Menke Funeral Home. Mass at the church at 15800 Del Webb Blvd. Entombment Sunland Memorial Park. 11/25-26/1982.

TOMLINSON, Robert George
Robert George Tomlinson, 63, of Scottsdale, Arizona died September 8th, 2004. He is survived by his wife Dar, his sons Tony and Kevin, and six grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at 5:00 P. M., Saturday, September 11, 2004 at SonRise Community Church. Published in The Arizona Republic from 9/10/2004 - 9/11/2004.

TOMPERS, Kathryn Isabelle
13 Apr 1891 - 28 Jan 1980 Kathryn Isabelle Tompers, 88, died Jan. 28, 1980, in Phoenix Mountain Nursing Center. Mrs. Tompers moved here seven years ago from California and is survived by her sons, Daniel J. and Kay C.; four grandchildren. Services were in Susanville, CA. Published 1/31/1980.

TONDU, Stanley L.
Stanley L. Tondu, 66, retired pullman conductor with the Pullman Car Co. in Chicago, died Dec. 3, 1982, at his residence. He was born in South Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Phoenix from Muskego, Wisconsin, ten years ago. Wife, Lois; daughters, Beverly Wheeler and Janet Siragusa; sons, Patrick and Michael; a sister and a brother. Services in Dickson, Tennessee. 12/4/1982.

TONER, Jeannette
Glendale -- Graveside services for Jeannette Toner, 73, who died yesterday (August 11, 1967) in her home at 1230 E. Brill, will be Monday at East Resthaven Cemetery, 6290 W. Northern. Mrs. Toner worked for the Maricopa County Health Department and was a member of the First Methodist Church and the Altrusa Club. She was born in Indiana and came to Arizona 25 years ago from New York. Survivors include a brother, Frank Toner, of Anderson, Indiana; niece Mrs. Gay Denks, Nephew John Toner, both of San Diego. Mercer Mortuary, 1541 E. Thomas. The Arizona Republic Saturday, August 12, 1967, p. 22

TONEY, Martin
Martin Toney, 68, of 4016 N. 12th Ave., died Feb. 4, 1982, in his home. He was a retired assistant engineer for structures for the state of Arizona. Mr. Toney, who came to Arizona in 1941 from his native New York, served with the Arizona Department of Transportation for 34 years before becoming head of the structures group in 1971. During his time with the group, he was involved in such projects as the Cameron Bridge over the Colorado River, the Pinto Creek and Queen Creek Bridges and Superstition Freeway structures. Mr. Toney graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N. Y. He was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Survivors include his daughters, Karen Sue Wood, San Diego, CA, and Carol Lynn Ezell, Des Moines, Iowa; a sister, Julia M. Toney, Phoenix; and a granddaughter, Jennifer Ann Ezell. Services were at A.L.Moore & Sons Mortuary. Interment Greenwood. Memorials to the Martin Toney Memorial Fund, St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, 4502 E. Indian School Rd. The AZ Republic Feb 8, 1982.

TONG, James A., Dr.
Dr. James A Tong, 78, retired president of Mobil Oil of Venezuela and recipient of the University of Arizona Alumni Achievement Award, died June 26, 1974, of cancer at his Louisiana ranch. He was a World War I pilot and a Rhodes Scholar. He received his bachelor of science degree at the UofA in 1919 and his bachelor and master of arts degrees at Oxford and his doctorate in 1931 from John Hopkins University. Wife, Estelle; son, James A., Jr.; sister, Mrs. Elmer J. Brown of Tucson; and three grandchildren. 7/6/1974.

TONTE, Nicholas J.
Nicholas J. Tonte, 56, a swimming pool plasterer for MCM Services, died Nov. 19, 1982, in Phoenix General Hospital. Mr. Tonte was born in Pittston, Pennsylvania, and moved to Arizona in 1959. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughters Sharon Hammock and Cynthia Vogel, Phoenix; father, James G. Tonte, Pittston, PA; sisters Louise Durkin, Josie Gardner and Jenny Potorski, all of Pittston, PA; brothers, John Tonte, Bethlehem, PA, George Tonte, Pittston, PA, Ralph Tonte, Vince Tonte, all of Pittston, PA, and Peter Tonte of Highridge, New Jersey. Mass was at Sts. Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 N. 27th Ave. Grimshaw Bethany Chapel made arrangements. 11/23/1982.

TOOMBS, Dale H.
Mr. Dale H. Toombs, age 73, of Gilbert, AZ, died Sunday, Sept 12, 2004 in Mesa, AZ. He was born in Spokane, Washington and was a retired building Contractor. He is survived by his wife Frances L. Toombs, an uncle, Paul and a host of cousins. Services will be at 11am, Thursday, Sept 16, 2004 in Victory Lutheran Church, 5946 E. University, Mesa, AZ. Family suggests memorials to the Victory Lutheran Church or American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 1132 Fairfax, VA 22038. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/15/2004.

TOOMBS, Dale Homer
Dale Homer Toombs, 73, of Gilbert died Sept. 12, 2004 in Mesa. Services: 11 a. m. Thursday at Victory Lutheran Church, 5946 E. University Drive, Mesa. Mountain View Mortuary handled arrangements. (480) 832-2850. Submitted on (09/15/2004) from East Valley Tribune

TOPETE, Rudolph H.
Rudolph H. Topete, 75, of Peoria, a nurse's assistant, died Feb. 4, 1994. He was born in Mexico and was a World War II U. S. Army veteran. Survivors include his daughters, Juanita and Caran; brothers, Jesus, Chori and Ramiro; one nephew. Visitation at Best Funeral Services, Peoria. Rosary and Mass at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 8615 W. Peoria Ave., Sun City. Contributions: American Cancer Society, Phoenix, AZ. Published in the Arizona Republic Tuesday, February 8, 1994.

TOPONCE, Rufus Cullen
Mesa - Services for Rufus Cullen Toponce, 79, who had been a partner in a trucking company from 1931 to 1946 before moving here in 1972 from Ogden, Utah, were in Gibbons-Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Sirrine. Mr. Toponce, 701 S. Dobson, died Jan. 21, 1980, in Desert Samaritan Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Zella; children, Faye Wise, Keith, Ralph and Dennis; three sisters; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Published in The Arizona Republic Thursday, January 24, 1980.

TOPOREK, Nina
Nina Toporek, 65, died June 27, 1978. Mrs. Toporek moved to the Valley 27 years ago from Germany. Husband, Sidney; children, Faye Walker, Helen, and Edward; and five grandchildren. Graveside services in Beth El Cemetery, 2300 W. Van Buren. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/29/1978.

TORBET, W. Walter
Snowflake - W. Walter Torbet, 64, died Tuesday, June 25, 1974, in Navapache Hospital. He was a well driller. Children, Thomas and Mrs. Jerrie Steinheart; a brother and five sisters out of state; and 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Jackson Mortuary of Show Low. Services were in the Baptist Church. Burial in Snowflake Cemetery. 6/28/1974.

TORGERSON, Alice Lucile
Alice Lucile Torgerson, 78, of Ajo, died Feb. 1, 1994. She was born in Town Parshall, N.D., and was a homemaker. Husband, Jesse J.; sons, Melvin and John; sisters, Helen Keane, Betty Lu Keppler and Florence Boese; brother, Kenneth C. Moyer; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services Ajo First Assembly of God Church. Douglass Funeral Home. 2/4/1994.

TORPEY, Charles L.
13 September 1928 - 20 April 1978 Charles L. Torpey, 59, of Scottsdale, died April 20, 1978, in Desert Samaritan Hospital. He retired here in 1969 from Michigan after his 30 years in the Air Force including World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He wasa member of Arizona State University Alumni and Retired Officers Association. Wife, Shirl; children, Brooke, Steven, Scott, Mark and Brad; mother, Susan Torpey and two brothers. Messinger Mortuary. St. Maria Goretti, 6261 N. Granite Reef. The Phoenix Gazette Friday, April 21, 1978

TORRES, Arthur R.
Arthur R. "Squeaky" Torres, passed away August 27, 2004 in California in a truck accident. Arthur is survived by his parents, Arthur and Dolores Torres; brothers, Manuel and Joe; sister Carmen; his wife Olga; sons, Arthur and Danny; daughter Gina; and his special grandchildrens, Cristopher "Papa" and Nicolas "Mini Me", uncle Dr. Joe Burruel and his wife Frances. Arthur will be greatly missed by his family, friends and co-workers from Hadly Auto Transport. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 3rd, from 9:00 - 9:30 A. M., with Funeral Mass at 9:30 A. M., at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 East Thomas Rd., Phoenix. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/2/2004.

TORRES, Felix Duran
53, 24 January 1960

TORRES, Grace C.
Grace C. Torres, of Phoenix, died May 19, 1994. She was born in El Paso and was a homemaker. Husband, Gilbert; daughter, Annie Aguilar; sons, Albert, Victor and Gilbert; five sisters; five brothers; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 5/23/1994.

TORRES, Ray
Ray (Gordo) Torres, 61, a loving dad, grandfather, uncle and a respected private bartender, passed away on Sept. 16, 2004. The Phoenix resident was born on July 4, 1943. Torres was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Miracle, and his father-in-law, Cecilio Ruiz. He is survived by his wife, Cecilia, five sons, two daughters and 12 grandchildren. Catholic services will be held on Thursday at Immaculate Heart Church, 909 E. Washington St., at 9 a. m. Burial will be held at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 44th St. Published in The Arizona Republic from 9/22/2004 - 9/23/2004.

TORRES, Rodrigo B.
Rosary for Rodrigo B. Torres, 60, a retired rancher, was in Universal Memorial Center, 1100 E. Jefferson. Mass of Requiem was in Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 909 E. Washington. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. Mr. Torres, 1512 W. Jefferson, died Sunday, April 30, 1967, in a Phoenix hospital. He was born in Eagle Pass, Texas. Survivors include his wife, Lucille; a stepson, Jerry Glenn Elders in the Air Force in Vietnam; and three grandchildren. The Arizona Republic Thurs., May 4, 1967.

TORRES, Samuel
Samuel Torres, infant son of Laura and Samuel, died Jan. 26, 1997. Sisters Anna and Melissa; and grandparents, Donna Garcia, Luis Garcia, Pablo and Maria. Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1500 E. Baseline. Falconer Funeral Home. The Arizona Republic 30 Jan 1997, p.CL18.

TORREY, Emabel C.
Show Low - Emabel C. Torrey, 72, a retired beautician and chef, died Dec. 23, 1982, at Navapache Hospital. Mrs. Torrey was born in Mexico and lived in Tucson and Gilbert prior to moving to Show Low. She was a graduate of Gilbert High School and attended Northern Arizona University. She worked as a chef for the University of Alaska and the State Hospital in Yuba City, CA, and served missions to San Diego, Alaska, and Los Angeles for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include her husband, Owen L.; daughter, Sherliene Adair; son, Spence C. Heywood; a sister; two brothers; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services were at the Show Low 5th Ward. Owens Mortuary made arrangements. 12/28/1982.

TORREZ, David
David Torrez, 52, of Miami, died Feb. 9, 1994. He was born in Miami and was a retired produce manager with Bayless Markets and was also a barber. Wife, Manuela; daughters, Mary, Gloria and Angelica; son, Joe; and brothers, Manueal and Tony. Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Miami. 2/10/1994.

TORST, Kenneth W.
Masonic Lodge funeral services for Kenneth W. Torst, 50, who died Friday, January 15, 1960, at his home, were in Chapel in the Garden, Mercer Mortuary. Mr. Torst, who was born in California and came to Phoenix 10 years ago, was employed by Arden Farms Co. for 20 years. He was a member of the Palisade Lodge No. 637, F&M, in California, and Rameses Grott, Phoenix. Survivors include two sons, Richard of Venice, CA, and Ralph of Van Nuys, CA; two sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Gunther of Santa Monica, CA, and Mrs. Marjorie Winner of Malibu, CA, and three grandchildren, 17 January 1960.

TOTH, Maria T.
Maria T. Toth, 68, a homemaker who was born in Hungary and moved to Arizona in 1969 from Detroit, Michigan, died Thursday, September 30, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Mass for Mrs. Toth was Monday in St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas. She was a member of the Hungarian Women's Auxiliary and St. Theresa's parish. Survivors include her stepson, John; a daughter, Margaret Harter; two sisters; and nieces and nephews. The Arizona Republic Saturday, Oct. 2, 1982.

TOUSLEY, Robert R.
Robert R. Tousley, age 90, of Gold Canyon, passed away September 2, 2004. He was preceded by his wife, Edna - married 63 years, grandson, Scott Schwartz. Survivors include daughter, Janet Schwartz (husband, Richard) of Gold Canyon, AZ, son, Roger Tousley (wife, Beverly) of New Brighton, MN, grandsons, Stephen Tousley and Mark Schwartz. Visitation 3pm Sat. 9-4-04, Valley of the Sun Mortuary. Services 4:30pm Sat. 9-4-04, Valley of the Sun Mortuary, 10940 E. Chandler Hghts. Rd., Chandler, AZ 85248. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/4/2004.

TOVREA, Pauline Gerhardt Rosenblatt
Pauline Gerhardt Rosenblatt Tovrea, 89, of Prescott, died June 10, 1994. She was born in Prescott and was a teacher and pianist. Brother, Paul G.; and sister, Jennie Maye Bell. Services at Paul and Shannon Rosenblatt's residence. Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home. 6/16/1994.

TOWNE, Millicent R.
Millicent R. Towne was born in Brainard, Minnesota, and died Nov. 29, 1982, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix. She moved to Sun City in 1964 from Edina, Minnesota. Husband, Robert L.; daughters, Murrell C. Towne, Millicent K. Hostager and Erin F. Worthley; son, Thomas J.; two sisters. Bellevue Heights Baptist Church, 9440 Hutton Dr., Sun City. 12/1/1982.

TOWNS, Bruce Edward
Bruce Edward Towns, 38, Gilbert, Arizona, passed away September 19, 2004. Visitation September 24, 2004, 6-9, Resthaven Park Mortuary, 4310 E. Southern Ave., Phoenix, Arizona. Services September 25, 2004, 2:30 P. M., Resthaven Park Mortuary, 4310 E. Southern Ave., Phoenix, Arizona. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/23/2004.

TOWNS, Bruce Edward
Bruce Edward Towns, 38, of Gilbert died Sept. 19, 2004, in Gilbert. Services: 2:30 p. m. Saturday at Resthaven Park Mortuary, 4310 E. Southern Ave. Phoenix. (602) 437-0436. Submitted on (09/23/2004) from East Valley Tribune

TOWNSEND, Ada M.
Ada M. Townsend, 92, a Phoenix homemaker, died Dec. 30, 1987, at Thunderbird Samaritan Hospital & Health Center. She was born in Iowa. Survivors include a daughter, Verna KAISER; one granddaughter; and two great-grandchildren. Services were held in Lincoln, Nebraska. Henderson Funeral Home made arrangements. The Arizona Republic Saturday, January 2, 1988, p. C4.

TOWNSEND, Clarence
Services for Clarence Townsend, 75, San Louis Obispo, Calif., and formerly of Phoenix, will be at 9 a.m. tomorrow in Memory Chapel of A.L.Moore and Sons Mortuary. Dr. Kermit L. Long, of Central Methodist Church, and the Masonic funeral committee will officiate. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park. Born in Belgrade, Missouri, Mr. Townsend, who came to Phoenix in 1908, resided here until retiring as a Southern Pacific engineer nine years ago, when he went to California. He was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 2 of Arizona, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, and Chapter 22 of the Order of Eastern Star. Mr. Townsend is survived by his wife, Ethel; a son, Ralph, Sherman Oaks, Calif.; three sisters, Luella Townsend, Phoenix; Mrs. Cora Bowen, Modesto, Calif.; and Mrs. Emma Eidson, Pacific, Grove, Calif.; a brother, Lewis, Phoenix and three grandchildren. Published Friday, January 1, 1960, in The Arizona Republic. Services conducted by Dr. Kermit L. Long and the Masonic Funeral Committee today in Memory Chapel, A.L.Moore & Sons. Interment at Greenwood. Published in the Arizona Republic Saturday, January 2, 1960.

TOWNSEND, Dale C.
Dale C. Townsend, 66, of Overgaard, died May 16, 1994. He was born in Jo Davies County, Illinois, and was a retired groundsman at Camelback High School. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Wife, Jean; daughter, Mae Stothart; sons, Dalen, Eugene and Carl; sisters, Lorraine Haas and Sandi Pohl; brother, Duane; and five grandchildren. East Resthaven Cemetery, 4310 E. Southern. 19 May 1994.

TOWNSEND, Donovan A.
61. a locksmith, was an Army veteran of World War II. Born in Guthrie, Oklahoma, he moved to Phoenix from Houston. Wife, Bertha; sons, Harold of Davis, California, and Charles of Los Angeles; daughter, Donna STRATTON. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. 9/9/1967.

TOWNSEND, Hale Jay
Hale Jay Townsend, infant daughter of Leah and Gregory, of Phoenix, died June 11, 1994. She was born in Phoenix. Sister, Ashley; brothers, Wade and Daniel; grandparents. Glendale Memorial Park Cemetery, Glendale. 6/17/1994.

TOWNSEND, Huldah
2 Oct 1895 - 28 Jan 1980 Sun City - Huldah "Nordie" Townsend, 83, a retired registered nurse, died Jan. 28, 1980. She moved here in 1960 from Livingston, Montana. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. William F. Harwood; a sister; two grandchildren. Services were in St. Christopher Episcopal Church, 103rd & Peoria. Published 1/31/1980.

TOWNSEND, Mary P.
Mary P. Townsend, 86, died Mond., May 8, 1967, in Phoenix Community Hospital. She was born in Henderson County, IL., and moved to Phoenix seven years ago from Oklahoma City. She was born in Henderson County, Illinois. Son, Donovan, of Phoenix; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren survive. Services and burial in Guthrie, Oklahoma. 5/10/1967.

TOWNSEND, Sharon
Sharon Townsend, 30, of Glendale, died Feb. 15, 1994. She was born in the Philippines and was a medical student at Gateway Community College. Son, Kevin; parents, Delores and Roger; sisters Lori and Diane Davis; brother, Kerry. Services at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 6301 W. Indian School Rd. 2/17/1994.

TOWNSEND, Wallace Lamson
Services for Wallce Lamson Townsend, 68, who retired as a laboratory technician from the Arizona Department of Transportation, were in Dunedin, Florida. Mr. Townsend, formerly lived in Phoenix and died Oct. 2, 1979, in the Veterans Hospital at Bay Pines, Florida. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Survivors include his wife, Constance, Dunedin, Florida, former executive secretary of the Arizona Hotel & Motel Association. 17 Oct 1979

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