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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2003 To place a customized funeral announcement contact your funeral home or the Classified Advertising Department at 602-444-8774 or 602-444-8772, Monday through Saturday, 9am 4pm, or email your request to The Arizona Republic publishes free basic obituary notice as a public service, including name, age, date of death, place of residence, visitation services, military status, and one contribution. Families who choose to present additional information are charged $80 for the first 20 lines and $60 for photo, this includes print and on-line posting to Legacy.com. Each additional 10 lines increments are charged $35. Prepayment is required. The Arizona Republic is not responsible for returning unsolicited photos.

Deadline to place your notice through The Arizona Republic is 12noon for next day's publications, Tuesday through Sunday. Deadline 3pm Saturday for Monday publication. Obituaries submitted to the Republic may be published or distributed in print, electronic or other forms. ALEXANDER, Alan F. ASTOPENIA, John BRADFORD James BRETZMANN, Helen M.

BRIDENBAUGH, Neal G. CHASE, Lida Hampton Gazlay CLARK, William Michael CLOUDMAN, Charlotte Rita COLLINS, Raymond J. CRAIG, Mary P. DAILEY, Ruth Jauneta DAVIS, Jimmie Lee DAVIS, Vivian DEVIEW, Harriett GARCIA, Manuel GLOVER, Olson W. GRAVES, Iola A.

HAPPEL, Helen J. HORST, Robert Udeen JENNINGS, Mabel C. JESSE, Ethel JOHNSON, Vernon O. KARNELL, Martin B. KOELPIN, David James KRUSE, Leroy K.

MacNEE, Winnie Mable MARICARMEN, Paz MARTIN, Anna L. MARTIN, Leonora Wolf McCABE, Henry Arthur McCAULEY, John F. McCORMICK, Michael Loren MENDENHALL, Gloria Lee NATARAJAN, Bala NEVAREZ, Maria Guadalupe OSBORNE, Johnathan OVERSON, Jessie Frances Rice PARSONS, Barbara J. PATE, Howard M. PEREZ, Martin POKSZYK, Carol RAMIREZ.

Vincent M. ROULEAU, Barbara B. RYAN, Patrick D. SCAMARDO, Tony SCHAFER, Dorothy SCHRICKEL, Donald J. SHOCINSKI, Leo Peter SINGH, Mildred J.

SMITH, James David STUMME, Joyce Marie TRUJILLO, Ricardo H. WATERS, Abigale Jean WILKINSON, Carl R. Alan F. Alexander, 71, of Phoenix AZ, passed away Dec 12, 2003. Graveside memorial services will be at Resthaven Park Cemetery 6290 W.

Northern Ave. Glendale AZ Sat Dec 20, at 2pm. Born November 1932 in Grand Island Nebraska. Alan spent many years in Denver Colorado before finding his home in Phoenix. Alan was an artist that sold his fine art internationally and locally.

Alan's artwork has been displayed in many art museums across the the country. His works are in permanent display of the Museum of Nebraska Artists. Alan had many awards for this artwork and is listed in the Outstanding Artists and Designers of the 20th Century. Alan's major contribution was his optimistic creative soul that infected all who came in contact with him. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 51 years, Alice, his children, Mike, Bryce and Deena, brother Al and sister Lois.

He was preceded in death by his two sisters Marsha, and Jodi. He had 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to ESPERANCA Inc. International Health Project. 1911 W.

Earli Dr. Phoenix AZ. 85009. John Astopenia passed away Thursday, December 11, 2003 at the age of 83. Preceded in death by his devoted wife of 58 years Helen Pipski Astopenia, he is survived by sisterin-law Marge Astopenia of Stevensville, MI, two brothersin-law and their wives and thirteen nieces and nephews.

He was born Benton Harbor, MI, served in the Army Air Corps during WW and worked for 30 years with Detroit Department of Transportation. John was at home in the forests and streams of Rose City, MI or the mountains and deserts of Yuma, AZ, and he will forever be at home in our hearts. A memorial mass will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 2:00 p.m., Messinger's Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School, Scottsdale, AZ. Military burial will follow at St.

Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Phoenix, AZ. OBITUARIES Harriett DeView, a retired teacher and Sun City resident, died 11, 2003. Harriett Spears Dean was born at Ashton, Michigan February 17, 1915 to Myrtle Spears Dean and Harry van Ess Dean. She graduated from Flint County Normal in the 1930s and taught until her marriage in 1936.

She resumed teaching in the 1960s studies at Montieth College, Wayne State University, earning a bachelor's degree, then a master's degree in education from University of Michigan. She spent summers pursuing continuing education courses which took her to Europe and Africa. Her favorite stints were at the University of Dar es Salaam. Harriett was active in the Civil Rights Movement and advocated political action throughout her life. Harriett DeView was an excellent musician, continuing inter musical education well mid-life.

Mrs. DeView retired from teaching in the early 1980s, moving to Arizona where she was active as a Scottish country dancer. She was a Humanmember of the Universalisto Unitarian Church. Harriett married James C. Moran in the 1930s and Harden DeView in the 1960s, both preceding her in death.

She is mourned by her daughters Ann Campbell, Patricia Cook, and Kathleen Linn (Burghard). Son Robert C. Moran (Vicki) died this year. Harriett will be sadly missed by her beloved grandchildren, Jennifer Cook (Tom), Ronald Cook (Susan), Damian Linn, Marisa Linn(Jason), Jesse Moran, Molly Campbell (Fred), Joseph Campbell (Janet), Ward Marquette (Heather). Granddaughter Vanessa Campbell preceded Harriett in death.

Mrs. DeView leaves adoring greatgranchildren, saddened brother, sisters, sister-in-laws, loving nieces, nephews, cousins and valued friends. A memorial service will be held Sunday, December 21 at 12:30 p.m. at the Universalist Unitarian Church, 5904 Cholla Glen- Manuel Garcia, 67, Chandler, Arizona, passed away December 17, 2003. Visitation: 6-8 PM, Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the Chapel of Bueler Mortuary, 14 W.

Hulet Chandler, Arizona. Memorial Mass 10:00 AM, Friday, December 26, 2003 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 280 W. Galveston Chandler, Arizona. Olson W.

Glover, 88, of Mesa, AZ, passed away December 17, 2003. No services. handled Mariposa Gardens Dignity arrangements. Iola A. Graves, 93 of Phoenix, AZ, passed away December 17, 2003.

She is survived by her Loving Husband, Aubrey L. Graves; Daughter Ida Barnes and Husband Jack; Son Raymond and wife LaVon Sundquist; 6 Grandchildren, Larry Barnes, Shirley Olsker, Sherry Mixey, Mary Syme, Teri Syme and David Sundquist; 11 Great-Grandchildren; 11 Great Great-Grandchildren. Services December 22, 2003, Mountain De View Christian Church, 2927 E. Campbell, Phx, 85016. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E.

Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014. Helen J. Happel, 93, Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away December 18, 2003. Services: 10 a.m., Monday, December 22, 2003, Grace Church, 8701 E. Brown Mesa.

Arrangements by Mtn. View Memorial Gardens Mortuary, 480- 832-2850. Robert Udeen Horst, 70, of Glendale, AZ passed away on December 16, 2003. Mr. Horst served the Air Force and retired FUNERAL CHIMARION SE military.

Graveside services will be on Monday, December 22, 2003 at 9:00 AM at Nationa Memorial Cemetery of AZ, 23029 N. Cave Creek Phoenix, AZ 85024. Contribution: Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council, 2969 N. Greenfield Phoenix, AZ 85016. Mabel C.

Jennings, 82, AZ. went to Heaven on Dec. 17, 2003. Visitation: Mon. Dec.

22, 10AM to Services 11AM. Best Funeral Home, 501 E. Dunlap, Rev. Steve Chiles of North Hills Church of God officiating. Lifetime Memories Now, when you place your obit in The Arizona Republic, you can also remember your loved one with stories, photos and tributes on azcentral.com.

To learn more, visit azcentral.com or call (602) 444-8774. THE ARIZONA THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC James "Jay" Bradford age 52, passed away on December 14, 2003 in Scottsdale, AZ. Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. Bradford will be held on Saturday, December 20th at at Phoenix Memorial Park, 200 W. Beardsley Phoenix, AZ.

Mr. Bradford is survived by his mother Lenora Sand, Step Father, Vernon Sand, Brother Gary Bradford, Sister Paula Hodsdon, Son David Bradford, Daughter Autumn Trim and Three Grandchildren. Phoenix Memorial Park and Mortuary in Charge of Arrangements. Helen M. Bretzmann, 95, of Sun City, AZ, passed away Wednesday December 17, 2003 in Sun West, AZ.

Helen Dignity City was born March 3, 1908 in Lake Mills, WI to Gustav and Ida Helle. After three years of training, Helen became a Registered Nurse. She moved to Arizona thirty-three years ago from WI. Helen is survived by her daughters Ann Schroeder and Lorraine McCauley; sons. Thomas Bretzmann and Joel Bretzmann; her sister Mildred Wing; fourteen grandchildren, thirty grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

Services will be held Saturday December 20, 2003 11a.m. at Fountain of Life Lutheran Church 1 15630 Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City. Arrangements made by Sunland Neal G. Bridenbaugh, 82, of Apache Junction, AZ passed away on December 18, 2003.

Services will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 2:00 PM at Roadhaven Church, 1000 S. Idaho Apache Junction, AZ. Lida Hampton Gazlay Chase, 93, passed away December 18, 2003. Memorial services will be held at a later date. William Michael "Mike" Clark, 59, of Gilbert, AZ, passed away in Chandler Regional Hospital.

He was born November 12, 1944 in McComb, Mississippi to Hulon Clark and Maggie Guyton Clark. He was a Commercial Loan Officer for C.I.T. Group and a member of Gateway Fellowship Church in Gilbert; former member of First Baptist Church in McComb; former member of McComb Rotary Club, McComb Exchange Club. Survivors: his wife Debbie Clark of Gilbert, AZ; sons, Marc Hughes (Julie), of San Angelo, TX and Brian Hughes of Spokane, WA; daughter Amanda Clark of Thibodeaux, LA; and brothers, Jimmy Clark and Joe Clark of Huntsville, AL; preceded in death by his parents and by brothers, Larry Clark and Bruce Visitation Friday 6-8pm and Saturday 9-11am at Hartman's Funeral Home of McComb. Services will follow at 11:00 a.m.

Saturday. Charlotte Rita Cloudman, 83, of Chandler, AZ passed away on December 16, 2003. Services are pending in Wilmington, North Carolina. Arrangements entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home (602) 716-5600. Raymond J.

Collins, 76, Scotts- dale, AZ, passed away December 15, 2003. He served the U.S. Marines WWII. Memorial Service on Sat urday December 20, 2003, 2pm at St. Daniel The Prophet Catholic Church, 1030 N.

Hayden Rd, Scottsdale. Mary P. Craig, 62, of Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away December 17, 2003. Contributions may be made to Hospice Family Care, 5037 E. Broadway, Mesa, Arizona 85206.

Arrangements entrusted to Arizona Cremation Funeral Services. Ruth Juaneta Dailey, 94, of Glendale, AZ passed away on December 17, 2003. Visitation will be on Monday, December 22, 2003 from PM at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Ave. Glendale, AZ.

Jimmie Lee Davis, 77, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away December 15, 2003. Visitation will be held AM, Saturday, December 20, 2003, Wesley United Methodist Church, 750 E. Southern Phoenix, AZ. Services will follow at 10:30 AM. Interment at Phoenix Memorial Park.

Preston Funeral Home serving the family. Vivian Davis, 75, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on December 18, 2003. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Arrangements by Best Funeral Services, North Central Chapel. The Arizona Funeral Directors Association FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN There At The Beginning Of Life Call Today To Learn How You Can Contribute! www.azfda.org Ethel "May Jesse, age 79, of Apache Junction passed away on December 17, 2003.

She was born in Trowbridge, England on December 23, 1923 and came to the United States in 1954. She was married in Montana, moved to Denver, Colorado where she raised two daughters. She became a citizen of the United States in 1966. She enjoyed traveling, sitting. poolside and being with friends.

She is survived by her daughters; Barb Welch (Paul) of Omaha, NE and Jacki Houchens (Terry) of Gilbert, AZ. She is also survived by three grandsons; Jon Eric Olofson (Adriana), Jeffrey Olofson (Raquel) and Brian Houchens. Just prior to her passing she was blessed with a great granddaughter; Danielle, the daughter of Jon Eric and Adriana. May is also survived by her youngest sister, Audrey Newton of Nottinghamshire, England. A Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Monday, December 22, 2003 'at Falconer Funeral Home, 251 W.

Juniper Avenue in Gilbert. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 P.M., Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations or gift cards in the memory of Ethel "May" Jesse may be sent to Odyssey Hospice, 6215 E. Arbor Mesa, AZ. 85206, (480)-218-9000.

Vernon Johnson, 88, of Glendale, AZ, Passed away on December 17, 2003. He was born on July 4, 1915 in Malung, Minnesota. He served in the US Navy in WWII after which he lived most of his life in the Minneapolis area where he was employed as an electrician for the University Of Minnesota Hospital. After retirement in the mid 1970's he and his wife spent their winters in Arizona. Making Glendale their permanent home in the early 1990's.

Vernon is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Martha Johnson, Sister, Elsie Pearson of Phoenix; brother, Orlen Johnson of Roseau, MN and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, December 21, 2003 with Visitation from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Phoenix Memorial Park Mortuary, 200 W. Beardsley Road, Phoenix. Interment will follow at Phoenix Memorial Park. Martin B.

Karnell, age of Phoenix, passed away December 19, 2003. He was a veteran who served in the U. S. Navy during ww Il. Survivors include his wife of 56 years Beverly, daughters Beth (Randy) Gross and Cindy (Gene) Werth, son Jerry (Jeanne) Karnell, grandchildren Linzey and Justin Werth, Sarah Gross, and Jeffrey, Leigh, Grace and Stephen Karnell.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 21st at 11:00 a.m. in Green Acres Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale. Contributions in his memory are suggested to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Arrangements by Sinai Mortuary. David James "Rocky" Koelpin Milwaukee, WI Phoenix, AZ 1974 graduate Washington High School, Milwaukee. "A ballet class short" (3 credits) BFA degree, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Preceded in death by his father William Henry Koelpin. Survived by his daughter, Desiree Rose Koelpin and former wife, Francine Zamora (nee Kuchta).

He will be dearly missed. by his mother, Rose Koelpin, brothers, Bruce and Daniel Koelpin and sister Patricia Evert (nee Koelpin). Our David "Rocky" was passionate about his musical pursuits. "Rocky Koelpin and The Otters" and "Generic Beans" appeared at clubs, on radio WMSE 91.7 and Milwaukee's Summerfest Rock Stage. Milwaukee Journal reviewer, Paul Christianson (www.rockykoelpin.com) said, "you either loved him or hated He had a brief career as a travel agent at Falls Travel Service and Milwaukee's Downtown Boston Store travel.

His meticulous attention to detail and electronics expertise resulted employment in The Strategic Sensors Systems Corporation; "my dream A description of his achievements at Honeywell Corp. leave his technologically challenged family unable to detail when asked what he did, he would reply, "I'm a genius!" We will miss our beloved eccentric, guitar playing, undiscovered genius. David will also be fondly remembered by nieces Christine and Cheri as well as former brothers-in-law Darrell Evert and Henry McElvery. A legacy of memories for all who knew him. The family suggests contributions in David's memory be made to: John C.

Lincoln Hospital Deer Valley John C. Lincoln Foundation, 9108 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020. No local services will be held. Final interment will be at Wisconsin Memorial Park Spring 2004. Leroy K.

Kruse, 68, of Litchfield Park, Arizona, passed away December 16, 2003. Funeral Service Dignity will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 21, 2003 at Sunland Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Sun City, AZ. Winnie Mable MacNee, 78, of Dewey, AZ, passed away December 18, 2003 in Prescott, AZ. Private family services were held. Arizona Wakelin Bradshaw chapel handled arrangements.

MariCarmen Paz, of Mesa, AZ, age 67, passed away December 12, 2003 at Hospice of Dayton (OH). She is survived by son Jorge Paz of New Hampshire; 3 daughters: Eca Paz Taylor (Richard Taylor) of Solon, OH, Gisela Paz (Uwe Krohn) WA, Pamela Bayer (Michael)' of Dayton, OH, and 4 granddaughters: Mallory, Camille, Katherine and Madeline. She is also survived by a large family in Spain and many wonderful friends. MariCarmen was from Madrid, Spain. MariCarmen had lived in Chile, Florida, Arizona, Washington, Massachusetts, and Ohio.

She retired from Motorola and had traveled extensively throughout the US and Europe fro the past five years. She will be missed. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements in care of Tobias Funeral Home, Dayton, OH. In lieu of flowers, contributions in MariCarmen's memory may be made to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Dayton, OH 45420.

Anna L. Martin, 74, of Cottonwood, AZ, passed away December 19, 2003. Memorial service Monday, December 22, 2003 at 2pm. Leonora Wolf Martin, age 94, of Paradise Valley, Arizona passed away December 17, 2003. Arrangements entrusted to Hansen Desert Hills Chapel.

Henry Arthur "Art" McCabe died December 15, at age 72. A native of Brooklyn, he was Chief Lifeguard at Coney Island while attending St. John's University. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics he served in the Army at Fort Huachuca. Art returned to Arizona in 1961 to continue a 30-year career as a Software Development Manager in the Computer Department of General In the late 1970's he transferred to the company's headquarters in Minneapolis where he also taught at the University of Minnesota and the University St.

Thomas. In addition to mentoring, Art enjoyed following politics and sports, especially baseball, and perusing the New York Times trying to complete the crossword, puzzle faster than is survived by his wife Mary Williamson McCabe who was also in Software Development at His surviving children are Patrick, Anne Nepsky (Craig), Kevin (Penny), Cathleen Keeney (Joseph) and John (Charlotte). He was preceded in death by his son Michael. His pride and joy were his grandchildren: Nathan and Patrick Nepsky; Kenny, Sarah, Eleanor and Charlotte Miles, Anne and Clare Keeney. Services will be held Monday, December 22, at 10AM at Christ Church of the Ascension, 4015 E.

Lincoln Drive in Paradise Valley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts be made in his name to the Christ Church Memorial Fund or to the American Heart Association. com Post your remembrances and condolences online. azcentral.com John F. McCauley, 80, passed away at home with family at daughter, and a businessman.

His favorite title was "Head of the He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by Eleanor, his loving wife of 57 years and his sister, Virginia. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy in his nine children, Larry, Jerry, Tom, Kaye, Sheila, Pat, Julie, Cathie, Linda their spouses. He has 20 beautiful grandchildren and 4 greatgrandchildren. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 23 at 10:30 AM at Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 West Thunderbird Road.

In Lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made in his name to the Mission of Mercy, John. Olson, P.O. Box 2152, Scottsdale, AZ his bedside on December 15, 2003. He is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Allison, and is survived by his wife at present, Delores, a son, Michael; a daughter, Randolyn; four step-sons, Devin, Harvey, Tim and Dan. Also his 15 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and beloved dog, Buddy.

John was the son D. and Blanche McCauley and is also survived by brothers Harold, Don, Pat, and Tom, as well as a sister, Eleanor. John was born in North Vernon, Indiana, living there until joining the Air Force during World War II. After being discharged in Idaho, he attended the university there, earning a degree in education. In 1954 he moved his young family to Arizona where he began a teaching career that spanned almost 40 years, and resulted in lasting friendships with many students.

He also served two terms as mayor of the City of Avondale. In 1970 he joined the Navel Reserve, remaining until 1983, resulting in a lifetime total of 20 years of service. He enjoyed a variety of interests and activities, including desert walks, dogs, good food, good books, home improvement, yard sales, people in general, and traveling with his wife in their RV, having crossed the country numerous times. Father, husband, friend, we've all been touched by your kindness and humor and we will miss you. Visitation hours are 6:00 PM to Sunday, December 21 at Best Funeral Services, 9380 W.

Peoria Ave; burial will be Monday, 12:30 PM at Veteran's Cemetery, Cave Creek Rd and Pinnacle Peak Road. A memorial web site may be accessed at www.johnmccauley.org, In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: Sun Health Hospice; in memory of John McCauley, 12740 N. Plaza del Rio Blvd. Peoria, AZ 85381. Dr.

Michael Loren McCormick passed away on Tuesday, De cember 16. He was born 79 years ago in Culbertson, Montana and spent his life giving to others. He was a veteran, an educator, a coach. 85252-9755. Gloria Lee passed away Dec.

17, 2003 Mendenhall, 68, Wednesday, peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ridgeview, WV, a coal miner's daughter. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, daughters Earl: Kim and her Dignity husband Harry; DeAnn and husband Phil; son Steve and wife Terri and eight grandchildren. She leaves behind her mother, four sisters, a brother, many nieces nephews, as well as many loving inlaws. Her battle with cancer began six years ago.

She faced many challenges with much grace and brevity. She was caring and loving in all the roles she played in life. We know she is at peace with her Lord; our loss is heaven's gain. She is greatly missed by all. It was Gloria's request in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Southwest Indian Missions, PO Box 36535, Phoenix, AZ 85067.

Visitation will be held, Dec. 21, 7-9pm. Funeral services will be Mon. Dec. 22, 10am.

Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. Bala Natarajan passed away December 18, 2003 and was born on February 20, 1952. He is survived by his wife, daughter and a son. His visitation services will be held on Sunday 10am-12 noon at Falconer Funeral Home, 251 West Juniper Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

Phone: 480-892-9411. The visitation services will be followed by private cremation. Maria Guadalupe Nevarez, 54, of Surprise, Arizona, passed away December 17, 2003. Visitation will be held 5-8 PM, Satur- Dignity day, December 20, 2003 with services Sunday, December 21, 2003, 11:00 AM at Sunland Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Sun City, AZ. a.