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Dennis Dominic Wasko, Jr.

Dennis Dominic Wasko, Jr.

Dec 2, 2024

Dennis Dominic Wasko Jr., 78 years old passed away on December 2, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona.

Dennis was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa on April 24, 1946. The family moved from Iowa to Tucson. He grew up in Tri-Community of Mammoth, Arizona. Dennis was the first born out of five children.

He married Micaela Acedo Lopez, the love of his life in...

Fred Richard Beckham

Fred Richard Beckham

Dec 2, 2024

Fred Richard Beckham was born July 7, 1957 to Russell and Ruby (Gordon) Beckham in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He died December 2, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Fred worked as a landscaper for many years.

He is survived by his son, Craig R. Beckham; his sister, Ruby and a daughter.

Harold "Hank" William Phillips

Harold "Hank" William Phillips

Nov 29, 2024

Harold Phillips was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Herbert Traxler Phillips and Mildred Edith Gammon. He lived in Cleveland with his parents and brother, Thomas, until leaving to attend Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. It was there that he was given the nickname, Hank, that he used for the rest of his life. He earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in...

Cathleen A. Downs

Cathleen A. Downs

Nov 27, 2024

Cathleen A. Downs was born October 6, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan. She died November 27, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona.

Cathy was a devoted wife to John L. Downs; beloved sister of Patty Deboard and Thomas Sterling; mother of John W., Michael A. and James J.; loving grandmother of six grandchildren, Kayla, Alexa, Julia, Tristen, Hunter and Bentley. 

Cathy was loved by all...

John B. Moore

John B. Moore

Nov 26, 2024

John Baldwin Moore, age 68, of Tucson, Arizona, died peacefully at his home on November 26, 2024.

John was survived by his older brother, Kirk Moore III of Maryland and younger brother, Robert Coleman Moore of Pennsylvania.

John grew up in Baltimore Maryland. He graduated from Boys’ Latin School of Maryland in 1975 and Western Maryland College (now known as McDaniel College).

In...

Hubert Dale DeJaynes

Hubert Dale DeJaynes

Nov 23, 2024

Hubert Dale DeJaynes was born December 5, 1931 in Mount Sterling, Illinois. He died November 23, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona.

Hubert was a Marine Corps veteran and worked as an Aviation Logistics Director.

He is survived by his daughter, Corina Fitzgerald.

Reginald Paul Baker

Reginald Paul Baker

Nov 22, 2024

Reginald Paul Baker was born May 6, 1951 to Roy Timbrook Baker and Myrtle (Dobbert) Baker. He died November 22, 2024.

Reginald was a proud U.S. Army veteran.

He is now reunited with his parents, who preceded him in death.

Barry Scott Marler

Barry Scott Marler

Nov 21, 2024

Barry Scott Marler was born March 10, 1960 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida to Aquilla Jr. and Maryann Marler. He died and was reunited with his beloved wife in Heaven on November 21, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Barry worked as a musician.

Carol Heffernan

Carol Heffernan

Nov 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Carol Heffernan, who was born on September 17, 1953, in New York City. After a courageous battle with cancer, Carol departed this life on November 20, 2024, at the age of 71. She fought valiantly, demonstrating unwavering strength and grace until the very end.

Carol was the cherished wife of Thomas...

William Lynn Engles

William Lynn Engles

Nov 20, 2024

William L. Engles was born September 29, 1935 in Poplar, Montana to Melvin Lester Engles and Vera Matilda Archiquette Engles. He died November 20, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona.

William worked for the government for many years, was a proud member of the Oneida Tribe and served in the U.S. Military.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Maureen Edna...

Ross Masten Ogburn

Ross Masten Ogburn

Nov 19, 2024

Ross Masten Ogburn, born on June 17, 2002, in Winston-Salem, NC was sent to his eternal home on November 19, 2024, at the age of 22. He was the beloved son of Robert Ross Ogburn and Mindy Stokes Ogburn. 

Ross is survived by his loving parents, Bobby and Mindy. Ross was predeceased by his grandparents Richard (Dickie) and Katherine (Kitty) Ogburn...

Gary Lee Anderson

Gary Lee Anderson

Nov 18, 2024

Gary Lee Anderson, age 86, passed away on November 18, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. He lived a life of utmost service and kindness towards other people. Gary was born September 11, 1938 in Creston, Iowa, where he grew up and was a graduate of Creston H. S. Graduated from Iowa State University in 1960 and from University of Iowa College...

Patricia Cheuka

Patricia Cheuka

Nov 16, 2024

Patricia Cheuka was born January 31, 1957, she died November 16, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona.

Patricia is survived by her husband, James Cheuka.

Michael Hunter Ladigo

Michael Hunter Ladigo

Nov 11, 2024

Hunter was born February 11, 1970, and went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2024. He was raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He moved to Tucson in 2010 where he met the love of his life, Paula. They both lived an adventurous life, finally settling in with their Church involvement, charity work, and their new dog, Rhino. Hunter is...

Ray R. Ketchum

Ray R. Ketchum

Nov 10, 2024

Ray R. Ketchum, 77, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at The Center at Tucson in Tucson, Arizona. He was born on February 26, 1947, to Ray Ketchum and Lillian Losada in Cleveland, Ohio.

Ray graduated from Upland High School in 1965 and soon enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he served as an aircraft mechanic. After his military...

Robin Patric Reinius

Robin Patric Reinius

Nov 10, 2024

Robin Patric Reinius was born June 7, 1947 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to Murray Gene and Virginia Arlene (Howe) Reinius. He died November 10, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona and was reunited in Heaven with his beautiful wife, Michelle.

Robin and Michelle used to run an employment agency.

Paula June Stoner

Paula June Stoner

Nov 9, 2024

Paula June Stoner, born on May 31, 1966, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on November 9, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. A dedicated educator, Paula devoted 29 years of her life to teaching, instilling a passion for reading in countless students. She was particularly proud of her ability to inspire even those who initially struggled with reading.

Paula was a vibrant personality...