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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, ARIZONA REPUBLIC VALLEY STATE 2010 B7 Can a company competing for a contract handpick officials? emergency ambulance service in Scottsdale. In 2005, dropped fire service but hoped to keep the more lucrative ambulance contract for Southwest. Scottsdale instead put the service out to bid and selected Professional Medical Transport. In February, as PMT's fiveyear contract entered its final year, Southwest lobbied to reopen bidding. The City Council instead followed the fire chief's advice and extended PMT's contract by two years the first of three possible extensions.

Only Councilman Ron McCullagh voted no. That was that, until last week when Southwest Ambulance launched three independent campaigns aimed at getting Councilman Wayne Ecton re-elected along with challengers Linda Milhaven and Dennis Robbins. If Southwest succeeds, the trio will join McCullagh on the sevenmember council. Lest you think this is the usual $410 contribution people like you and I can offer a candidate, think again. Southwest is spending $28,749 on each of the three, for signs that are identical to the candidates' signs and for mailers that look and sound as if they come from the candidates, un- ROBERTS Continued from BI on "Classified place ad Deadline to Monday Saturday for next day's publication, day's publication.

obituary Customer Service at 602-444-8774, for pricing and To place a funeral announcement email your clude your name, address and phone number) Family and friends are encouraged to share less you happen to spot the tiny disclaimer. Josh Weiss, a spokesman for Southwest Ambulance, wouldn't answer questions about why the company has suddenly gone into the election business. Instead, he released a two-sentence statement calling the campaigns "just another way for us to be involved in the community." And not just in 1 Scottsdale, as it turns out, but also in Chandler, which currently splits its ambulance service between Southwest and PMT. In the weeks leading up to the September election, Southwest spent more than $11,000 to get Chandler Councilman Jeff Weninger re-elected and nearly $16,000 to make sure that Trinity Donovan got another term. Both won.

Now, Southwest is in Scottsdale, spending a jaw -dropping $28,749 on each of its three favored candidates. That's more than two of the three had raised for their own campaigns as of June 30, according to their latest reports. None of the three could have stopped Southwest from essentially loading them onto company gurneys and racing them to the electoral finish line. But they aren't exactly decrying the corporation's giant helping hand either. "I'm happy to accept anybody that wants to support Farinacci, request to (inor go to azcentral.com, click Farinacci, place your notice is 12 noon and 12 noon Saturday for Mondeadline is 11 am.

Call classified details. memories and condolences by visiting the online obituary Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com BAACK, Earl H. HOLT, Mary BOOTHBY, Rita Jeanne JONES, Gerald CALHOON, John MITCHELL, Virginia B. CARTWRIGHT, Raymond NAGELBUSH, Bernice DUNN. Sandy REDMAN, Benjamin Sterling FARINACCI, Jeffrey Allan RODERICK, Stuart A.

GONZALES, Esther N. TORRES, Carlos GRINSTEAD, Charles L. VALENZUELA, Antonia G. Baack, Earl H. 86, of Sun Lakes, AZ passed away peacefully on October 10, 2010.

Born January 7, 1924, to Henry and Matilda Baack in Ireton, lowa. After moving to Arizona in 1970, Earl was hired by Bashas' as a meatcutter and later became a manager. He retired in 1986. Preceded in death by Millie, his loving wife of 30 years. He is survived by 2 children Erlyn Baack, Nancy (Russ) Erickson, 3 stepchildren, Dona (Fred) Petersen, Glen (Kathy) Hein, Kurt Hein, sister, Violet (Eddie-deceased) Kuhlman, brother Emmet (Veda) Baack, 6 grandkids, 2 great-grandkids, nieces and nephews, and Margaret, his first wife.

We would also like to acknowledge all of his friends and golf buddies at Sun Lakes and tell them how much he loved living in this ity. A memorial service will be October 21st, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church Chapel, 9248 E. Riggs Sun Lakes, AZ. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association Boothby, Rita Jeanne Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother passed away pea cefully on to new adventures on Oct. 7th, 2010.

Rita was born on July 12th, 1935 in Washington DC to parents Basil and Sarah McAllister. Rita grew up happily and met and married her soul mate Ronald Boothby in 1960. They moved to Arizona in 1973 with their two small children Ronnie and Elaine. Rita was devoted to her family and also had a successful career as an Author and Therapist. Her short stories were published in Ellery Queen Magazine and republished in future Mystery Bag Anthologies numberous times under the pen name "Ellen She was nominated for an Edgar Award for her short story "Cal Always Said" which was also named by EQM as one of the "Four Best First Stories of the Year" in 1971.

One of her favorite memories is sitting next to Isaac Asimov at the award dinner. Rita received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and her Masters in Counseling at ASU. She was also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with her own practice for many years. She also worked at the Friends of the Family Shelter and was the clinical director of the Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence. Her latest book, "The Golden Rules of Parenting" was published in 2001.

As a parent she was unconditional and always full of admiration for her children. She had an extra special place in her heart for her grandson Trafton James, and spent countless happy hours "showing him all the Words cannot express well enough, the love and admiration that Rita inspired. Her ability to help people realize their great value and potential to help them to laugh at, and love, themselves were some of her many gifts. The ripple effect of her loving guidance, humor, and inspiration will be felt for generations to come. Her other loves included literature, words and their meanings, playing the piano, nature, discussing politics, philosophy, spirituality.

Rita will be greatly missed by her husband Ronald; son, Ronnie; daughter, Elaine and her husband Ezra; grandson, Trafton; sister, Betty; brother, Edward his wife Tonya. She will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and extended family a few of which are; all the Richards, McAllisters, Pergolas, Gordon Jane, Maria, Lois Vitt, Peggy Calloway. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held on Saturday, October 16th at our family home. There will be no funeral services as Rita requested that her remains be donated to science so that she could keep giving even after she passed. In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to The Hospice of the Valley at www.hov.org Calhoon, John 83, of San Manuel, Az passed away on October 1, 2010.

A memorial will be held Sunday October 17 th at 1:00 P.M. at the San Manuel Elks Lodge, 143 8th Ave, San Manuel, AZ 85631. Cartwright, Raymond (Jack) Left this life October 13, 2010. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday October 20th at 1 PM at Faith Bible Church, 17230 N. 59th Ave.

Glendale, AZ 85308. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley or Glendale Church of Christ. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences by visiting the online obituary Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com Dunn, Sandy (Wilkinson) 72 of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on October 8. 2010. Sandy's passion -was taking care of others.

Her greatest attribute was her infinite capacity for love. Serving as a nurse in both Cleveland, Ohio, and the Phoenix metro area for over 50 years, she was part of the foundation and progression of professional nursing within the Valley. She held numerous positions including Phoenix the Director of In-Service and Surgery at both and Tempe St. Luke's, a national representative and local president of the Association of Operating Room Nurses, a nursing educator at local colleges, and, most recently, a volunteer at Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn. Sandy trained, educated and mentored hundreds of nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals.

She touched, saved and improved thousands of lives. Sandy's passion for nursing was exceeded only by her love and devotion as a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife, sister and friend. Sandy is survived by her children Kay (John) Wallace, Robin Dunn, Wendy (Mike) Hamman, Steve (Kirsten) Dunn, her spouse Bob Dunn, her eight grandchildren and her three brothers (Dean, Gary and David Wilkinson) with their families. Through dedication these relationships she has left a legacy of love, commitment and to others that will live on through everyone she touched. Sandy's family welcomes everyone to join in a celebration of her life on November 6th from 2-5pm in the Valencia ballroom at The Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains.

The Scottsdale Marriott is located at 16770 N. Perimeter Drive, Scottsdale, 85260 480-502-3836. Remembrances will begin at In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Scottsdale Civic Center Library, where a memorial fund has been established in her name. The donation form can be downloaded at http://library.scottsdaleaz.gov/main/donation_form be form or 3839 you can contact the library at 480-312-2453. Donations can mailed to N.

Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Attn: Library Director. Please visit www.sandydunnrn.com for more information or to send online condolences. Ex-ballplayer gets death sentence for 1999 killing me," said Ecton, whose selection is curious given his vote to extend PMT's contract. "It doesn't mean that I'm obliged to anyone." "If some people can run a campaign that says don't vote for me, why can't someone else run a campaign that says vote for me?" Milhaven said, referring to an independent committee that is opposing both her and Ecton. That committee, formed by Pottery Paradise owner Mike Fernandez, must disclose its finances next week.

"I'm happy about it in that it's a local business that's supporting me," Robbins said of Southwest's corporate campaign. "I think that's a good thing, and I'm hoping they're doing it for all the right reasons." None of the three would commit to recusing themselves when the ambulance contract comes up again, likely in February 2012, saying they would seek advice from the city attorney. So the question remains, can a corporation in search of a city contract worth millions handpick a near majority of that city's elected officials? And if it does, will the officials return the favor? Reach Roberts at laurie.roberts@arizona republic.com or 602-444-8635. OBITUARIES day, October 11, 2010 at the young age of 48. He was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on October 18, 1961 to Pieverino Ignacio and Wilma Louise Hartshorn Farinacci.

He grew up in Pittsburg and moved with his family to Orem, UT when he was 13 years old. He graduated from Orem High School and later graduated magna cum laude with a double major in math and physics from the University of Utah. Jeff graduated with a master's degree in applied physics from the University of Indiana. Jeffrey Allan of Mesa, Arizona passed away unexpectedly After graduation, Jeff worked as a software the last 23 years. Jeff worked for a number nies including Texas Instruments, General Dynamics and most Jeff loved math, physics and astronomy.

He owned a number of and wrote an excellent book on the subject. He liked to hike, baseball, research genealogy and ride bikes. He also enjoyed time and friends. Jeff was a devoted husband; father, brother, uncle He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Jay. Jeff is his wife Beth, his daughter Rebecca, his sons, Randy and Aaron and er Jim with his family.

A Visitation will be held 6 8 PM, Sunday, 2010 at the LDS Church Southern Estates Ward Relief Society Lindsay Mesa, AZ 85204. The Funeral Service will be held 10:00 day, October 18, 2010 at the Southern Estates Ward Chapel. immediately follow at the City of Mesa Cemetery. Arrangements the direction of Falconer Funeral Home, www.falconerfuneralhome Gonzales, Esther N. a loving wife, mother and grandmother entered into Eternal Life on October 11, 2010 just after the Holy Hour of 3:00 p.m.

Esther was born in Miami, AZ where she met and married her husband, Benny. Esther and Benny were married for over 57 years. They moved to Mesa and raised their daughters there. Esther worked at Valley National Bank (now Chase Bank) for 30 years. Our mother was a beautiful and graceful woman, who gave so much of her love and time to her family and community.

She is lovingly survived by her husband, Benny, her two daughters Andria and Geanna, her son-in-laws Jack Dennett and Ken Wood plus a large extended family and many close friends. She was especially proud of and had overwhelming love for her granddaughters Alexandria and Jordan. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church 1551 Dana, Mesa, AZ 85204 on Monday, October 18, 2010 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Donations can be made to the St.

Peregrine Shrine at www.cancershrine.org or by calling 480-844-4493. Arrangements entrusted to Queen of Heaven Mortuary. Grinstead, Charles L. of Peoria, Arizona passed away on October 8, 2010 at age 61. He was born in Columbus, Ohio to Charles W.

and Mildred Grinstead. Charles is survived by his mother, daughter Shannon, son Charles sister Myla Newcomb, brother Scott and nephews Erik and Blake. Private Memorial Service at Peoria residence is planned for Sunday, at 4:00 PM for Family and Friends. Please visit www.hansenmortuary.com to send online condolences. Holt, Mary Mary Agnes Holt of Peachtree, GA, died peacefully Thursday, October 14, 2010, surrounded by her family.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Saint Gabriel Church in Fayetteville. Burial will be in Arlington Cemetery in Washington D.C. She was born June 27, 1930 in Dubuque, lowa, daughter of D.J. and Mary (McGrath) Kenneally. She married Raymond Holt on July 4, 1964; he preceded her in death.

She graduated from St. Columbkille's and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital school of Nursing. She was an Air Force nurse for five years stationed in California. Surviving are two sons, Mark (Becky) Holt, children Conner and Tyler of Fayetteville, GA and David (Peg) Holt, children Patrick, Megan and Sean of Barrington, IL; sister, Kate Jones of Margate, FL and a brother, Al Kenneally of Sun City West, AZ: 6 nieces and 2 nephews.

J. Mowell Son Funeral Home www.mowellfuneralhome.com. Jones, Gerald "Marshall" passed away on October 7, 2010. Retired attorney and Tucson native Gerald "Marshall" Jones died at 85 in Phoenix, Arizona, close to his daughter and her family. Marshall practiced law in Tucson from 1958-1990.

He attended Point from 1942-1946, and served as an army pilot. In December 1947 he married Billie June Naylor in Tucson. In 1955 he resigned from active military service, and returned to Tucson to attend the University of Arizona Law School. He also taught courses in Mathematics and Business Law at the of A. Marshall enjoyed life with many hobbies, including tennis, golf, fly fishing, traveling and dancing.

He was a loving father will be well remembered by family and friends. He is children: son Gerald "Jerry" Monteath Jones in Tucson, son (Valentina Jones-Wagner) in San Diego, California, and Cummings (Kevin) in Phoenix. He is also survived by Andrew Marshall Jones, Katarina Alexa Jones, Olivia MarWilliam "Billy" Marshall Cummings. Heartfelt thanks are medical care provided by the following organizamay be given in lieu of flowers: Mayo Clinic Arizona Education "Simulation Attn: Development Office, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 or Hospice of the Valley, Fund Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. A Memorial RecepThursday, October 28, 2010, at 4 p.m.

at the Tucson Coun- AFCCA Foundation for Children Call Today to Learn How You Can Contribute! 480-649-1144 www.azfda.org all over Gomez's apartment. Gomez was convicted of rape, kidnapping and murder in 2001, but his sentencing was delayed because of changes in how death sentences are imposed in Arizona. A new jury, convened in 2003, sentenced him to death. That verdict was thrown out by the Arizona Supreme Court in 2005 because the jury may have been influenced by seeing Gomez in shackles and leg irons. A third jury was convened late last month to consider whether he should be sentenced to death or to life in prison for the murder.

Gomez refused to attend the latest trial. Nonetheless, the jury found an aggravating factor of cruelty, which qualified him for the death penalty. Gomez appeared in court for the first time on Tuesday to make a statement, against the wishes of his attorneys. Speaking in Spanish, his words translated by an interpreter, he disputed the facts of the crime at length, though his guilt was decided years ago. He told the jury that he was convicted of murder because he is Black and Hispanic.

"The judicial system in Arizona only functions for a certain class of people," he said. "As a Hispanic in the Arizona, you are SENTENCE Continued from B1 Mitchell, Virginia on Mon- went to be engineer for of comparecently L3. telescopes travel, watch with family and friend. survived by his brothOctober 17, Room, 920 S. AM.

MonInterment will are under guilty until proven innocent." He also spoke at length about Sosa, whom he claimed to have "helped in all aspects of his career." But he added bitterly and sarcastically, "Sammy Sosa is now suffering from Alzheimer's, and he no longer 1 remembers who Fabio Gomez is." In criminal trials, some evidence or testimony is excluded because it is highly prejudicial to the defendant. But that evidence can sometimes be introduced if the defense "opens the door" that is, refers to the material. After Gomez's speech, when the jury had left the courtroom, prosecutor Patricia Stevens asked the court's permission to introduce several witnesses to rebut Gomez's story. They included ex-girlfriends willing to talk about Gomez's unwanted advances to other women, about moments of brutality and prior arrests. Steinle limited what would be admitted, citing case law that says rebuttal should not be a "limitless attack on the defendant." "This trial has been done three times," Steinle said.

"I'm not going to err by letting too much Jurors got the case at noon Thursday. Minutes before 4 p.m., they announced that they had a verdict. Because of the late hour, Steinle ordered that it be read Friday morning so that Gomez could be present. B. "Jenice" with her Lord and Savior on October 11, 2010.

She was born on January 26, 1941 in Sante Fe, New Mexico to Alton and Mary Lea Brown. She grew up in Phoenix, and was in the first graduating class of Camelback High School. She retired from Motorola in 1998, where she was a manager for many years. She belonged to Scottsdale Bible Church and was an active member of the Joint Heirs Sunday School Class. Jenice also attended and enjoyed Bible Study Fellowship for many years.

She reached out to help all who needed her, including volunteering for the Crisis Center Nursery. She loved her cabin in Rocky Point, Mexico where she went as often as possible. Her family and many friends were the light of her life. Her strength of character and quick wit brought joy to all and provided many wonderful memories for those who were blessed to know and love her. She is preceded in death by her Father, Alton G.

Brown, and survived by her Mother, Mary Lea Brown and a beloved sister, Molly Jo Brown of Scottsdale. She is also survived by her husband, Jack of 52 years, two daughters, Mary Kay DesRoche and husband Jamie of Scottsdale, Susan Alexander and husband Dennis, of Walterville, OR, and one son, Alton Keith Mitchell and wife Jennifer of Katy, TX. Grandchildren include, Michael, who was like a son, along with Tyler, Grant, Jack, Tessa, Gage, Lani, and Nate. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 15, 2010 between until at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 East Indian School Road. The memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2010, at at Scottsdale Bible Chapel, 7901 East Shea Blvd.

with Dr. Fred Chay, officiating. MESSINGER Nagelbush, Bernice (Bunny) Bernice (Bunny) Nagelbush, 87, formerly of Beachwood, OH, and most recently of Surprise, AZ, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010. She was the daughter of Jennie and David Weinstein (deceased) and the sister of the late Sylvia Weber, Evelyn Grusman, and Nathalie Weinstein.

Paul (Sonny) Nagelbush, her beloved husband of 67 years, predeceased her in 2009. Bunny was the cherished mother of Marsha (Paul) Visage, Cheryl (Jeffrey) Reitman, and Michael (Janet) Nagelbush. She was deeply loved by her grandchildren and many greatgrandchildren. Services will be held on Sunday, Oct. 17, at 11 a.m., at Regency Mortuary, 9850 W.

Thunderbird 85351. Visitation will follow at the home of Mike Nagelbush, Phoenix, AZ 85027. The family suggests contribuCancer Society in lieu of flowers. Sun City, AZ 3405 W. Adobe Dam tions to the American Redman, Benjamin Sterling 45, of Scottsdale, AZ passed away on October 13, 2010.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church on Monday, October '18 at 3:00 pm. Ben's magnificent life was interrupted and cut short by a rare sarcoma, gastrointestional stromal tumor cancer, which he fought bravely to overcome for the past four years. Ben was born December 20, 1964 in Leon, lowa. He earned an undergraduate degree in Landscape Architecture from Iowa State University in 1988 and a Master of Business Administration degree in 1994 from Arizona State University. Ben served in the Air National Guard of Iowa and Arizona leaving the military with a rank of Captain in 2006.

Ben worked for KB Home, Del Webb and Pulte Homes where he was able to use his creativity in land development and intellect and leadership gifts in management. Ben most enjoyed the years with Del Webb planning and developing a family friendly master planned community in Arizona called Anthem by Del Webb. Before his illness forced his early retirement in 2009, he served as Arizona Division President for KB Home. Ben was passionate about his family, his wife, Kari and three children, McKenzie, Casey and Gage and the rock band KISS. He was a devoted husband, father and fan who always placed family first.

He was a loyal and loving son, brother, son-in-law and friend to many people. Ben also loved his hobbies, music and sports and his guitar collection. He taught himself to play guitar, write music and sing. He loved the energy he felt playing and creating music with his band mates. Rock and Roll was his music of choice but he saw the beauty and meaning in all genres.

He enjoyed watching, coaching and playing sports and favored the Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals in football. Ben was preceded in death by his grandparents, Louise and Clifton Redman and John and Ethel Burrell. Ben's legacy will live on through his wife and three children, his parents and in-laws, Sharon and Larry Long and Suzanne and Jerry Olson, sister Christine Hayes and her family and the thousands of people he touched during his life. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in memory of Ben to Ear Candy Productions, a non-profit organization that provides kids from Arizona access to music education. Their web address is www.EarCandyCharity.org/Donate.

Thank you. We will miss him dearly. Rest in peace Ben! Roderick, Stuart A. (Pooch) and grandfather who survived by three Michael Bruce Jones daughter Nancy Jones four grandchildren: ie Cummings and given for the outstanding tions, where donations (for the Medical 13400 E. Shea Boulevard, Development, 1510 E.

tion will be held on try Club. who Born June 22, 1934, passed away on October 11, 2010. He was a retired Veteran of the United States Air Force. Survived by his 5 children Susan, Sandra, Tina, Kevin Karen, 10 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, siblings Barbara, Pete Cynthia. There will be no services.

He will be laid to rest with his loving wife Shirley of 35years at the VA National Memorial Cemetery. He will be missed forever in our hearts. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences by visiting the online obituary Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com Torres, Carlos 74, resident of Phoenix, AZ passed away on October 10, 2010. Carlos was born in Flagstaff, AZ on November 4, 1936. Carlos is survived by his two children, Michelle Torres and Vincent (Sheila) Torres, three granddaughters, Michelle, Kelly and Jamie, his sister Connie Montoya and various nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters. Carlos served in the Marines and worked for Morton Chemical Company for 25 years. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2010 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 6:00 P.M.

at Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary, 719 N. 27th Avenue in Phoenix. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at St. de Paul, 3140 N.

51st Avenue in Phoenix. For online condolences (Dignity) please visit www.greenwoodmemorylawn.com Valenzuela, Antonia G. 93, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on October 11, 2010. Antonia was preceded in death by three children; Valentine, Sally and Roy, she is survived by her children; Sylvia Haubold, Yesidro (Margaret), Romona (Robert) Araiza, Bobby (Jackie), Anna (Larry) Gutierrez, Stella, and Sonja Campuzano, sister; Maria Navarro, Tomas Estrada and Benito Carrisoza, 28 Grandchildren, and many Great, Great Great, and Great Great Grandchildren. A visitation will be held at Abel Funeral service, 1627 51st Ave in Phoenix on Sunday from 5-8pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held at Queen of Peace, 141 N. Macdonald Rd in Mesa on Monday at at Mesa City Cemetery to follow. 10 AM with a burial.