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Steven Nicholas Fallwell

Steven Nicholas Fallwell

Nov 30, 2025

Steven Nicholas Fallwell, born on November 8, 1960, passed away on November 30, 2025 surrounded by his family. As a proud father, husband, brother, and friend, his family was the cornerstone of his existence. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Patty Bowers and his son, Mike Fallwell and his wife Courtney Cook. He also leaves behind his siblings: Glennie...

Karl Martin Merrick

Karl Martin Merrick

Nov 29, 2025

Karl Martin Merrick, affectionately known as Karol, passed away peacefully at The Center on November 29, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on July 8, 1942, in Campbell, New York, his life was marked by both dedication and service, particularly during his remarkable tenure with the United States Army, where he served for over 20 years and attained the rank of...

Vernica M. Phelps

Vernica M. Phelps

Nov 29, 2025

Vernica M. Phelps was born February 26, 1985 to the proud parents of Darrie and Veronica Phelps in Gary, Indiana.

Vernica attended Aetna Elementary School, Marquette Middle School and graduated from Gary Wirt High School in June 2003. She continued her dream career in cosmetology at the Gary Career Center. She later followed her new career of nursing by attending the...

Yolanda "Yolie" B. Duarte

Yolanda "Yolie" B. Duarte

Nov 27, 2025

Yolanda Duarte was born May 8, 1948 in Nogales, Arizona to Leonides F. Duarte and Sara Bacazamora. She died November 27, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

She is survived by her sister, Maria Yslas.

Thomas James McNaughton

Thomas James McNaughton

Nov 27, 2025

Thomas James McNaughton was born on October 4, 1944. He followed his twin sister into the world just ten minutes after she was born. He was quite the surprise since his mother had no idea she was carrying twins!

As a child, Tom loved playing with his twin sister, Claire, and being outdoors. He loved to fish and go camping. In...

Farryl A. Hutchison

Farryl A. Hutchison

Nov 23, 2025

Farryl A. Hutchison, born September 28, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away on November 23, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

He is survived by his two adult children, Natasha Hutchison and Anthony Hutchison. He is also survived by his siblings, Christine Boston, Leo Hutchison Jr., and twin brother, Darryl Hutchison.

Farryl was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Hutchison Sr. and...

Gianina Maria Scavone

Gianina Maria Scavone

Nov 21, 2025

Gianina M. Scavone, born in Tucson, Arizona on November 20, 1963, passed away peacefully in her hometown on November 21, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Norma T. Kuligowski and the late Cirino G. Scavone.

Gianina was a devoted mother, a cherished Nonna, and a warm, loving presence in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by...

Peggy E. Davis

Peggy E. Davis

Nov 18, 2025

The world lost a bright light with the passing of Peggy Davis. Ms. Peggy Davis, 84, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on November 18, 2025, due to complications from Parkinson’s disease, just four days shy of her 85th birthday. She was born on November 22, 1940 in Piso, in Pike County, Kentucky, to Willie Harmon Davis and Pearl Price Davis....

John Joseph Celli

John Joseph Celli

Nov 18, 2025

John Joseph Celli was born April 19, 1957 in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania to John and Brenda Celli. He died November 18, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

John is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his sister, Johnna and her husband, Tom Ballew; and an aunt, Bondi Sharp.

Randy Jesus Smith

Randy Jesus Smith

Nov 16, 2025

Randy J. Smith was received into the arms of his Lord Jesus Christ on November 16, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved more than anything in this world. Born and raised in South Tucson, Randy came from humble beginnings that shaped his grit, generosity, and unwavering work ethic. He learned early what it meant to push forward, work hard,...

Grace Ellen Atwell

Grace Ellen Atwell

Nov 15, 2025

Grace Atwell was born December 30, 1951 to Robert Bristol Atwell and Grace Louise Harris in Bethesda, Maryland. She died November 15, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 73.

Grace worked as an attorney.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

Grace is survived by her sister, Patricia Hall and brother, Robert Atwell. 

Thomas Lee Jantz

Thomas Lee Jantz

Nov 13, 2025

Thomas Lee Jantz was born May 3, 1973 in Tucson, Arizona to Thomas Jantz and Aurora Rodgriguez. He died November 13, 2025.

He is survived by his sister, Joy Osornio.

Ronald D. Milo

Ronald D. Milo

Nov 12, 2025

An intelligent, principled, and loving man, Ronald D. Milo, age 90, passed away at his home in Tucson, Arizona, on November 12, 2025. Ron was born September 10, 1935 to Elias Milo and Eva Milo in Steelton, Pennsylvania.

He is was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Milo; his first wife, Sheryll Milo; his parents; his brother Roger Milo, and...

Jon Kent Shallop

Jon Kent Shallop

Nov 12, 2025

Jon Kent Shallop was born December 21, 1939 in Elgine, Pennsylvania to George Shallop and Betty Elizabeth McCray. He died November 12, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Jon is survived by his wife, Anne Beiter.

Ruth Katherine Ganley (Hawse)

Ruth Katherine Ganley (Hawse)

Nov 12, 2025

Ruth Katherine Ganley (Hawse), 93, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 12, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona.

Born on July 20, 1932, in Frederick, Maryland, she was the eldest daughter of Esther Elizabeth Hawse (Gilliam) and James Paul Hawse.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Edward Hickman Ganley and daughter, Therese Marie Flannagan (Ganley).

Ruth was a devout Catholic, a...

Cathleen Leigh Howard

Cathleen Leigh Howard

Nov 11, 2025

Cathleen Leigh Howard, 84, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on November 11, 2025. Cathleen, also known as Cathy, Cassie and Cactus Cathy was born in St. Louis, Missouri, March 1, 1941 to John Lee and Norah Elizabeth (Conklin) Tobin.

Cathy obtained a Master’s degree in English and Communications, which helped guide her in future endeavors. She worked various jobs including JCPenney...

Isabel Paula Olson

Isabel Paula Olson

Nov 11, 2025

Isabel Paula Olson was born March 26, 1931 in Spencer, Iowa to Henry and Paula Meister. She died November 11, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Isabel worked hard as a house keeper and mother.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Isabel is survived by her loving son, Wallace G. Olson.