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ARIZONA. RE IC. THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC Max 0. Mitchell was born in Anderson, Missouri, on January 1, 1928. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 79 on February 9, 2007.

He and his wife, Lee, had homes both in Mesa, and San Francisco, CA. He had a long and productive career both in AZ and CA, working for Garret as the Superintendent Dignity of Manufacturing, then for Allied Signal as the manager of the Pneumatics Division in Tempe. He then moved to CA and became CEO of AMPEX Corp. until he retired. He and Lee traveled the world, both for his work and for pleasure, meeting and making many friends.

He will be lovingly and lastingly remembered by his wife of 60 years, his son, Andrew and wife Pam, of Mesa Arizona, as well as his daughter Karen Mitchell of Everett, WA, his granddaughter Janet Braden and her husband Char-Lez, and his granddaughter Julie Cruff of Tacoma, with her two daughters, his great granddaughters, Keah and Alaina. Memorial services will be held at the Melcher Mission Chapel, 6625 E. Main, Mesa at 2 PM, on Tuesday, February 13. There will be a short viewing at 1 PM for those who wish attend. Family suggests donations to the Diabetes Association.

Karen Ann Mock-Harris, age 38, passed away suddenly on February 4, 2007 in Tempe, AZ. Karen is survived by her husband Stewart Harris, sons; Rimington age 7, and Jonathan Cox of Perry, 3 step- children; Ryan, Josh and Devon Harris. She also leaves behind her mother Stella G. Mock of Tampa FL, her brother Ashley Mock and her grandmother Lura Mae Pert, both of Perry, and a host of Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Karen was preceded in death by her father Danny Mock and her brother Travis Mock.

She will be truly missed all that knew and loved her. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Perry, FL. Arrangements entrusted to Tempe Mortu- Kevin Tolin Morrison, was born in Salem Oregon on December 2, 1977 and passed away in Phoenix, Arizoon February 6, 2007. He is survived by his three daughters, Zoe, Emma, and Hannah and their mother, Kim Morrison; his parents, Hayden and Debbie Morrison, and two sisters, Vonda McDaniel and Meredith Colbrunn and a special friend Phil Prince. Kevin was an avid animal lover, an ex-marine, and a member of the Phoenix Police department.

His work with the police department was highlighted by his most recent assignment at Trevor Browne High School in west Phoenix. During his five year career he was awarded the 2005 Medal of Merit Award for "placing himself in significant danger to save the life of another human Kevin's memorial service will be held at Lincoln Heights Christian Church, 2121 East Lincoln Drive on Tuesday, February 13, at 10:30 am. The family requests that gifts be given to the Kulpahar Kids Lincoln Heights Christian Church. Arrangements by Hansen Mortuary. OBITUARIES of Glendale, Arion February 5, best decision you could ever make in your career.

I work harder than anyone I know. I'm always on time and never miss work. I am doing well in school. I'm very prepared for the work area and prepared for anything. Working isn't hard for me, it's the easiest thing that I know how to therefore hiring me would be the best thing you could ever do." Written by Rich just prior to his death.

Rich will be the hardest working Angel, his survivors include Parents: Paul Lydia Olguin, StepFather: Victor Garcia, Grandparents: Layo Juanita Cabecera, Mary Brown. Sister: Monique (Rich's One and Only Sister), Brother and Mentor: Victor Garcia, Jr. (Marcella Wolfe). Niece: Alyssa Garcia (Rich's Little Angel). Aunts: Frances, Esther, Irene, Marcella, Kitty, Helen, Blanca, Corina a Monica.

Uncles: Tony, Robert, Tony "Bubba" Johnny. Girlfriend: Katie Bartholomew. Countless loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. Visitation: Monday, February 12th, 2007, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, February 13th, 2007, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 512 North 93rd Avenue, Tolleson, Arizona.

Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Greer-Wilson Funeral Home. Bobby Lee Parris 70, of Buckeye, AZ, died February 6, 2007. Retired U.S. Air Force Veteran.

Visitation from 6. to 8 P.M. on Sunday February 11, 2007 VETERAN at the Buckeye Funeral Home. Funeral Services on Monday February 12, 2007 at 10:30 A.M. at the Gila Bend First Baptist Church, 330 N.

Martin Ave Gila Bend, AZ. Arrangements entrusted to Ganley's Buckeye Funeral Home. Marjory Eleanor Phillips, age 96, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away January 28, 2007. Marge was born in Ellensburg, Washington on July 13, 1910 to Peter Edwards and Elizabeth Lull Edwards. She graduated from Ellensburg Normal College (now CWU).

She loved to dance and for many years, she and her special friend, Ed J. Urbanek, who survives her, danced at the Gilbert Senior Center. She is also survived by her brother, Kenneth W. Edwards (Peg) of Sun City, Arizona, her two daughters, Donna Hull (Leo), Jeanne Klotz (Don) of Mesa, Arizona, 6 Grandchildren, Whitney Smith (Susan), Diana Messersmith (Michael), Clifford Smith (Catherine), Melanie Smith, Ricky Klotz (Wendy), Rodney Klotz (Heather), 16 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clifford L.

Phillips, who died August 1973, her parents and her brother, Wayne P. Edwards. Private memorial services are to be held at a later date. THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC azcentral.com Place your obit in The Arizona Republic and remember your loved one on azcentral.com. For info.

visit azcentral.com or call (602) 444-8774. Virginia M. Musbach, 88, passed away on February 3, 2007. She was born in New Bavaria, Ohio and moved to Phoenix in 1957. She is survived by her two sons, Larry and Tom (Peggy), seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

No services planned. Arrangements made by A.L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations to Hospice of the Valley. M.

Josephine Nichols, a long time resident of Az, passed away on Janu- ary 30, 2007 at her home in San Diego, CA. She was' 90 years old. Born in West Finley PA on Oct 28, 1916. A wonderful, loving mother and a kind generous soul to all whose path she crossed, it took only moments to see her playfulness and sense of humor. All who met her loved her.

Jo received her BS Degree in Education from Waynesburg, PA and taught school for more than 40 years. In PA she taught from 1936- 1948. Moved to Arizona in 1948 where she taught at Kenilworth School in Coolidge until 1968; then from 1970-1978 in Bullhead City, AZ. She retired in 1978 and moved to Mesa where she substitute taught for the next 12 years. She was a caring and dedicated teacher who tried to make a difference to all the young lives she touched.

Jo was a member of the Senior Center Players in Mesa singing in productions that were taken to Senior Centers and schools all over the Phoenix Area. In 1993 she moved to San Diego, CA to live with her daughter. There she did volunteer tutoring for several more years. Surviving Josephine is her daughter, Mona Wright of San Diego; her sister and brother-in-law Helen and Harold Frye, of Holbrook, PA and 5 generations of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Feb 5, 2007 at the Michael H.

Heinrich Funeral Home in Claysville, PA. She was in-, terred at West Finley Cemetery, PA Lifetime Memories Now, when you place your obit in 1 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 REPUBLIC aZcentral.com Funeral Planning For information on advertising call (602) 444-4985 or fax 444-5932. UNIVERSAL MEMORIAL CENTER Jefferson St.

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He also has ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mr. Pittman was born in Mahomet, IL and moved to the Phoenix area nearly 70 years ago. He was a National Championship Sprint Car mechanic and an Indy 500 crew chief He was a member of the Early Ford V-8 Club as well as a lifetime member of the Phoenix Elks Club. In 2002 he was inducted into the Arizona Motorsports all of Fame.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 12 from 6 to 8 PM at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany Home Rd. Phoenix. Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday at 1 PM.

Contributions in his memory can be made to: The Arizona Animal Welfare League 30 North 40th Place Phoenix Arizona 85034 (602) 273-6852. Helen L. Raab, 92 years young, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on February 7, 2007. A celebration of Helen's life will be held on Saturday Feb- Dignity ruary 17, 2007 at 10:30 A.M at Shadow Mountain Mortuary, 2350 Greenway in Phoenix. Contributions in Helen's name may be sent to your local hospice.

Cora Raich, 86, of Peoria, Arizona, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2007. A private family service will be held at a later date and time. Arrangements were by. the National Cremation Society. Memorial donations may go to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E.

Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014. Albert Ross Ritchey, 47, of Mesa, passed away on Febuary, 6, 2007. Services: Tues Febuary 13, 2007 Viewing at 7pm and service at 8pm at Community Church of New Thought 5013 East Broadway, Mesa, Az. Angels Cremation Burial Donald Frank Rose, 81, of Sun City, passed away on February 8, 2007. Visitation will be 6-7 PM Monday, Feb.

12, 2007 at Menke Funeral Home, 12420 N. 103rd Ave. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007 at St. Joachim St.

Anne Catholic Church, 11625 N. 111th Sun City, AZ. Arrangements by Menke Funeral Home. Donations suggested to the Alzheimer's Foundation in lieu of flowers. The Arizona Funeral Directors Association FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN We invite you to contribute to our Foundation.

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Ross. He spent his youth in Hamilton and Missoula, MT and graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in Business. He served with the Army in World War in France, Germany (under General Patton) and the Philippines. He married June V. Durrer in Missoula, MT on July 3, 1945.

He worked for Standard Oil of from 1947 until his retirement in 1982; serving in the USA until 1967, then in Germany, England and Australia as Managing Director. After retirement, Jim and June lived 'in Scottsdale AZ and spent the summers their cabin in Seeley Lake, MT. Jim is survived by his wife June, their children and families: June (Tony) Tangaro of Butte, MT and their children Anthony (Sydni) Tangaro, James (Michele) Tangaro, Karen (Sean) Byrnes; Paula (Allen) Mcillece of Sandy, UT and their children Shawn (Jenn) Mclllece, Michelle (Eric) Beins, and Brian (Jen) Mclllece; and Paul (Teri) Ross of Riverton, UT and their children Jeremiah (Gina) Ross and Jayson (Vanessa) Ross; his sister Ruth Lenore (Roger) Wiedoff of Rocklin, CA, plus 10 greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephew, and many friends. His parents and brothers Kenneth Ross and Keith Ross preceded him in death. Jim's greatest joys in life were his children, grandchildren, pets and good times at the cabin.

He was passionate about golf, both as a spectator and a player and passed this interest on to many family members. At his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Seeley Swan Medical Center P.O. Box 1380, Seeley Lake, MT 59868 or Paws Up Safe Home (Animal Shelter) P.O. Box 323, Seeley Lake MT 59868.

David "Bruce" Sargent, 73, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 30, 2007. A native of Seattle, he moved to Arizona in VETERAN April 2000 to enjoy his retirement in the Valley of the Sun. Bruce is lovingly survived by his bother and sister in law, Grant and Gloria Sargent of Scottsdale, and his niece, Janine Dawley and her husband Kris and their children Megan and Cole, of Centennial, CO. Special thanks to Bruce's caregivers, especially Honorio, Juana and Eliud, who provided loving care in his final months. Following cremation, the family plans for Memorial Service and burial in Seattle in the early summer.

Larry Michael Smith, 60, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on February 6, 2007. Survivors include his children, Scott, and Lori Smith; brother Harold; sister, June; 3 grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He is loved and will be greatly missed. Services will begin at 10:00 AM Tuesday, February. 13, 2007 at Paradise Memorial Gardens, 9300 E.

Shea Scottsdale, AZ. Arrangements by Paradise Sunset Chapel Funeral Home. Lieschen Starr, 53, resident of Glendale, passed away February 6, 2007. She was one of the best elementary school teachers of all time and she was a great wife and outstanding mother. Lieschen is survived by her loving husband, Terry of 26 years.

She was most proud of her two children is also survived by her Allison and Matthew. She brother BiU, sister Kristen, 3 nieces and 3 nephews. Friends and family are welcome to share in a Celebration of Lieschen's Life on Saturday, February 17th, 12 4 p.m. at the Starr home, 7141 West Villa Chula. Memorial contributions in Lieschen's honor may be made to Desert Sage Elementary School -Library.

Arrangements by Hansen Ar- rowhead Funeral Center. Agnes F. Stejspal, 83, passed away peacefully at Hospice of AZ February 8, 2007 after a short illness. She will always be remembered as a loving Dignity wife. Agnes is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Raymond; niece, Joanne and three nephews, Daniel, Fred and Ted.

A visitation will be held starting at 10am and funeral service following at 11am Tuesday February 13, 2007 at Sunland Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Sun City, AZ 85351. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Pauline Frances Strickland delivered into God's loving arms on February 7, 2007. Born July 12, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio. Preceded in death by her loving Husband Earnest and precious Granddaughter, Jennifer Ganz.

Survived by twin brother George, Son: Ross. Daughters: Juana (Robert) Mahlandt and Tina (Douglas) Brown. Grandchildren: Scott, Tracey, Brian, Rachel, Nate, Nicole, Sean, and Justin. 10 Great-Grandchildren. Memorial Service Feb.

13, 2007 at 3:00 PM. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 25150 N. Pima Rd, Scottsdale. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the RP Foundation or Banner Hospice. Arrangements by Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care.

Sheldon Tatz, 68, of Phoenix, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2007. He was born in Chicago, IL on December 10, 1938. Sheldon married Charlene Feingold in Phoenix on July 5, 1958. He enjoyed over 30 years in the wholesale wine, spirits and beer industry; retiring in 1997. He was an avid golfer who enjoyed playing golf with his grandson, Kipp, quite often.

He enjoyed poker and horse racing for recreation. Sheldon was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be greatly missed. Survivors include wife Charlene; son Paul Tatz: daughters Melissa Tatz Debbie Carter; parents Norman Shirley Tatz; sisters Donna Rubenstein Phyllis Lehman; grandchildren Kipp Dufty, Sarah Dufty, Heather Dickson, Jerry Carter III, Tyler Tatz, Rachel Carter; and great-grandchild Ryleigh Dickson. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 12, 2007 at Sinai Mortuary Chapel, 4538 N. 16th St.

in Phoenix followed by graveside services at Paradise Memorial Gardens at 92nd St. and Shea Blvd. in Scottsdale. Contributions in his honor may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014, or John C.

Lincoln North Mountain Hospital, 250 E. Dunlap Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85020-2914. Marla Jean Thomas, October 10, 1946 January 28, 2007. Marla was born and raised in Arizona.

She was a beloved Soul Mate, mother, daughter and grandmother. Marla passed was on January 28, 2007 at the age of 60 after a long courageous battle with lung cancer. She was a homemaker; she loved her crafts, taking and painting pictures and had a great love for music. Her nature was to take care of others and to put everybody before herself. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends everywhere.

Marla is survived by her beloved Soul Mate JJ, her daughters, Shawnna (Rusty), Deanna (Jim), Annette (Tim), Cheri, and son Jason (Tanya), mother Irene and brother Shannon, 12 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. (My Special Angel). Memorial services will be held by her family at a later date. Ernest Thompson, 88, of Phoenix, passed away on February 3, 2007. Visitation will be Monday, with February funeral 12, 2007 services at 10:00 at 12:00 pm at Universal Memorial Center, 1100 E.

Jefferson Phoenix, Az. Interment at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Services entrusted to Universal Memorial Center. Louise to Lake City to Ray Louise Beath, and lived in West Jordan Utah. She is preceded in death by parents and younger brother (Kenny).

Wanda married Maurice Dee Thompson in Reno, NV they were blessed was born in Salt with a son (Jeffrey on She lived in SLC, HERITAGE UT, Lawton, OK, Las Vegas, NV and moved to Phoenix in 1972. Wanda enjoyed the outdoors, fishing throughout the Western States. She was active in the LDS church and enjoyed her callings in the church. She loved her son and daughter-in-law, Jeff Stargret, plus her grandchildren, Candice, J.D., and Jonathon. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

The Visitation will be held Mon. Feb. 12, 2007 from 5 to 7 at the Glendale Stake Center, 8602 N. 31 Ave, Phoenix. The Funeral Service will be on Tues.

at 10 AM, also at the Glendale Stake Center. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014. Charles J. Tischmacher, 75, of Peoria, AZ passed away on January 31, 2007.

Korean war veteran, US Army. Arrangements by Samaritan Funeral Home. Baby Michael Julius Vaz, Tempe, infant of parents Lauren Rozuk and Rohoul Vaz, passed away Monday Feb. 5, 2007. Graveside services 10AM Tues.

Feb. 13 at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1500 E. Baseline Rd, Mesa. Tempe Mortuary. Bernard C.

Willers, 82, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on February 9, 2007. He is survived by his Jane wife of (Pilcher) 61 years, Willers, Mary two sons, Chris and Dan, a daughter, Kathy and husband, Walt Auman; two grandchildren; Kelly and Matt Auman. He is also survived by three sisters, Mary Louise Bertrand, Teresa Shaff, and Genevieve Kiefer. Bernie is preceded in death by his parents, Christopher and Elizabeth and his brother Frank. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, Fund Development, 1510 east Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014-5656. Arrangements by Hansen Mortuary. Betty Wilson, 80 of Chandler, AZ, died February 7, 2007. Betty was born on April 22, 1926. She was preceded in death by her husband Wendell, her mother Isabelle (Toots) and her sister Dawn Riley.

Survivors: her nephew Zane Riley of Gilbert, AZ. a great nephew Jason Riley of Gilbert, AZ and her brother-in-law Emmett Riley of Belle Fourche, South Dakota. She her husband Wendell moved here from Belle Fourche in 1970. Betty worked in the banking industry until she retired in 1991. Memorial services pending.

Virginia E. Wixted, 88, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on February 5, 2007. Private services have been held. Memorial contributions may be MESSINGER made to the Arizona Humane Society, 1521 W. Dobbins Phoenix, AZ 85041.

Arrangements by Messinger Indian School Mortuary. Alton Ralph Wood, 82 years, of Sun Lakes, AZ, passed away on February 6, 2007. Mr. Wood served our country during WWII in the US Navy. Services VETERAN will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Bueler Mortuary. Winifred Diaz Grande, AZ, on Mrs. Woodson was born Pensacola, FL in 1919. She was educated New Orleans and graduated from Coronado High School (Coronado, CA). During WWII she married William Howell Woodson died in Casa February 7, 2007.

in Woodson, a Naval Officer, engineer, pilot and a recipient of the Navy Cross. They raised their three children as a Navy family until 1962 when they moved to Scottsdale for Bill to start his second career with McDonnell-Douglas Aircraft Corporation. After more than 20 years with Boeing, they retired to Sun City West. Mr. Woodson died in 1990.

Winifred was a wonderful mother and an active civic volunteer. She was a Girl Scout Area Leader in Southern California and a docent for the Phoenix Art Museum. She enjoyed sewing, cultivating roses, travel, art, poetry and dachshunds. Winnie moved to Casa Grande in 1998 where she lived with her daughter for one year, The Garnet for five years, and Desert Pavilion for two and one-half years. She is survived by her children Dr.

Barbara Frances of San Francisco, Thomas "Bear" Woodson of Tucson, and Dr. Janice Pratt (Frank) of Casa Grande, two grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. The inurnment and memorial for Winnie will be held at ten o'clock in the morning on Saturday, February 24, at Sunland Memorial Park, Sun City, Arizona. Angela Pauline Wright, 73, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on February 6, 2007. Graveside Service will be held Saturday, February 17th, 2007 at 10:00 A.M.

at Queen of Heaven Cemetery 1500 Baseline Rd in Mesa. Arrangements handled by Bueler.