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SATURDAY, MAY 17,2008 VALLEY STATE THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC State loan to Corona is urged Phoenix soldier dies of Iraq war injury CORONA has refused independent testContinued from B1 ing. Napolitano suggested the not merit emergency funding facilities board offer Tempe under the Legislature's statu- Union a loan that would be retes. paid if a district-bond election Parents and teachers have is approved by voters in Nolobbied the state for financial vember. assistance and the district for If the bond fails, the district permission to hire an inde- could repay the state over pendent environmental con- time through building renesultant to do new testing at wal funds and capital money, Corona, she stated. But recent.

Legislative at- The loan would allow the tempts to fund the repairs district to start repairs over have failed, and the district the summer, instead of wait- To place a funeral announcement email clude your name, address and phone on "Republic Classified place Monday Saturday publication. for next day's, Monday's sified Customer Service at 602-444-8774, Cecil Norris BINKERD, Jerene Hallen BOMBARDIER, Melissa Mary BURCH, Michael Lee CALERONE, Joseph F. CARLSON, Richard Thomas CARR, Mamie Ruth DAVENPORT. Toni ECKSTEIN, Loretta Angela FRANCE, Ken Meyer GIPSON, Jason Douglas GLEASON, Donald S. Sr.

GOSLIAK, Andrea HANNA, Amanda P. HARRELL, Martha JOHNSON, Mark Douglas KANOUSE, Eva A. Cecil Norris Allen, our dear brother, was welcomed into Heaven by our parents, Elijah Cecil and Marilla Solomon Allen. He was born February 17, 1931 in Phoenix, AZ, and passed away May 15, 2008. He is survived by his siblings Terry S.

and Nadine Nelson Allen of Bountiful, UT; Eleanor Pearl and David Curtis Brown of Gilbert; John Lawrence and Janice Webster Allen of Gilbert (serving in the Philadelphia PA Mission); Dwight Drew and Rene Ellsworth Allen of Tucson; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Norris was an ASC Flagstaff journalism honors graduate who shared with others his passionate interest in WWII aviation, music, geology, auto racing and history of western civilization. Thank you to all who loved and cared for Norris over his lifetime. Celebrate his life at a viewing at the LDS Olive Ward Chapel, side (2nd Ave) of the LDS Mesa Temple beginning at 8:30 AM Monday, May 19, 2008 with funeral services beginning at 10:00 AM followed by Mesa City Cemetery interment. Meldrum Mortuary handled the arrangements.

Jerene "Jerry" Hallen Binkerd, 89, of Phoenix passed away on May 15, 2008.: She was born on August field, 27, Nebraska 1918 in to Walter Bloom- Family Owned and Mabel Hallen. Before moving to the Valley she lived in Downers Grove, Illinois where she worked for the Chicago Tribune newspaper as a proof reader. She was actively involved in volunteering for Junior Golf in the Valley and also was a volunteer with the ASU Women's golf program. She was preceded in death by her husband Evan Francis "Bink" Binkerd in 1985. She is survived by her nephews; Jay Johnson (Kim) and Jim Cravens.

Although she and Evan had no children of their own she is also survived by a group of close friends she lovingly referred to as her "kids." They include but are not limited to: Fred Hanson, Lauri Merten, Kay JeanQuartier Drew Totten, Kelly Douglass, Eric Snelz, Del Frolic, Jason Wales, Kym Ehret, Ruby Ehret, Annie Moe, Paul Purtzer and Nancy Taylor-Capps. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2008, at Hansen Mortuary 8314 N. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center 1275 York Ave.

New York, NY 10065. She touched many lives and will be missed by all who loved her. Melissa Mary "Missy" Bombardier, 37, of Glastonbury, died Tuesday (May 13, 2008) at' St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center after a courageous two and a half year battle with cancer. Born September 9, 1970 in Manchester, CT.

daughter of Bernard C. and Kathleen (Miller) Bombardier of Hebron, she had lived in East Hartford, West Hartford and Mesa, Arizona and had lived in Glastonbury for the past year, Besides her parents she is survived by her life partner Elizabeth Sherwin of Glastonbury, a brother Charles B. Bombardier of Berlin, a sister Justeen M. Bligh of Hebron, her maternal grandmother Mary Baker Miller of Shelton, her nieces Brittney L. Holland, Sydney M.

Holland her nephews Jake E. Holland, Logan S. Bligh, her godparents Laurey Jenerous and Thomas Miller and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by a niece Courtney Anne Holland. A special thank you to the whole oncology staff at St.

Francis Hospital especially the nurses on 8-1 and the cancer center for all their loving care. Funeral service will be Saturday (May 17) at 9am from the Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Glastonbury, followed by a mass of Christian Burial at 10am in the Church of the Holy Family, Hebron. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Michael Lee Burch, 38 of Phoenix, passed away May 11, 2008 at John C.

Lincoln Hospital after a brief illness. He was born in Scottsdale on August 30, 1969, the son of Lois Schallau Burch of Surprise, and the late David Burch. He graduated from Tempe High and was with Southwest Airlines for seventeen years. He is survived by his mother and many friends and relatives, including aunt Anne Guerrant Gilbert. A Celebration of Life will be Sunday, May 18 at 4PM at the Mountain Preserve Reception Center, 1431 E.

Dunlap, Phx. ing on the bond, which would not provide funds until after January. Bob Arnold, Tempe Union director of plant operations overseeing Corona repairs, said the district welcomes the potential loan and hoped the Legislature would see fit to approve the board's request. "I think the school district as a whole is ecstatic. Since Day 1, we've wanted some assistance on this," he said.

"We've done what we can, but we're running out of money." OBITUARIES Loretta Angela Eckstein, 90, of Sun City, passed away May 13, 2008, in Peoria, AZ. Formerly of Elmhurst, IL, she moved to Arizona in 1970. She is survived by sofa daughter Rosemary Fiebig, and William Eckstein. She was predeceased by her husband Frank Eckstein. Services will be on May 19, 2008 at 10 am at St.

Elizabeth Seaton Catholic Church, interment following at National Memorial Cemetery of AZ. Donations in memory of Loretta may be made Hospice of AZ, 2222 W. Northern Phx, AZ 85021 Ken Meyer France, 74, of Peoria, Arizona, passed away on May 10. He was born in St. Edward, Nebraska on February 25, 1934, to Lester and Anne France.

After graduating from high school in McCook, he attend ed Doane College. Then he served as a U.S. Army Medic. Ken graduated from the University of Nebraska with a B.S. in Education and a Master of Physical Education.

In 1959 he moved to Arizona to teach and coach for 30 years at Glendale High School. Ken is survived by his wife, Haze, and his sons, Martin (Becky) of Colorado Springs and Michael (Karen) and two stepsons, Frank Dishon (Velvet) and Todd Dishon; brother Lynn (Joyce) of Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren Sean, Andrew, Joseph, Sarah, David, Jordan and Matthew; and nieces and nephews. Ken was a member of Dove of the Desert UM Church, Elks, and Arizona Track Coach Association Hall of Fame. A Memorial service celebrating the spirit of Ken's life will be Monday, May 19, 1:30 p.m. at Dove of the Desert UM Church, 7201 W.

Beardsley Rd. The family is grateful for the loving care given by Good Samaritan physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers, and Hospice of the Valley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014. Jason Douglas Gipson, On May 3rd of 2008 at Jason quietly went to be with our Lord Jesus after a brave and short battle against cancer. He was 32.

He was born In Sierra Vista AZ September 10 1975. Jason was a quiet and gentle soul who is deeply missed by his family and those who knew him and would call him friend. He left behind his parents Debra Peter Campbell, his sisters Cody (Jason, Chesney Gavin) Bennett Casey, Kieth Gongaware. He his also survived by his Grandmother Aileen Pierce and great grandmother Alma Harry Grandparents Bob Uta, his Aunt Denise (Ernie, Augustus Melissa) Pinion, his uncle Dick Himes cousins Courtney Whitney Himes and niece Alecsa Gipson. His memorial service is private and in lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of the Valley who made his passing comfortable.

Donald S. Gleason Sr. 1928-2008 of Scottsdale. Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather passed away suddenly in Gresham Oregon. He was born and raised in West Newton Massachusetts.

He graduated from Brown University in Providence Rhode Island in 1950 with a degree in Economics. He served in the Navy Amphibious force 1951-55 during the Korean conflict. He worked in Human Resources for G.E., Honeywell and Raytheon. Business required many relocations, and he enjoyed exploring each new environ. He lived in Norfolk, VA; Schenectady, NY; Fort Wayne, IN; Phoenix, AZ; Hingham Wellfleet, MA; and finally, Scottsdale.

He enthusiastically supported and participated in his children's schooling and sports activities. He was a devoted parent. He was a proud Bostonian, loved Cape Cod, and was a loyal, and finally happy, Red Sox fan. Don is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kate. Children Don William, Ann Lile, grandchildren, Jonathan, Patrick, Ryan William Lile, and brothers Robert and Russell.

A memorial service will be held at St. Barnabas on the Desert Episcopal Church, 6715 N. Mockingbird Lane, Scottsdale at on Thursday, May 22nd. Don's ashes will be spread at sea. Contributions can be made to: Auxillary of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale, 10515 E.

Lakeview Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Andrea Gosliak, 65, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 14, 2008 after a 5 year battle with cancer. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. on June 12, 1942 to Michael and Rose Rachfal. Survivors include her mother Rose, sons Robert (Susan) and David (Tanya) Gosliak, sister Cheryl Fischer, brother Michael (Janet) Rachfal, and grandchildren Jillian, Nicholas, Hanna, and Brianna.

Memorial services will be held on Sunday, May 18th, at Best Funeral Services, 501 E. Dunlap Phx. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Phoenix, 85014. It's not just hospice.

It's Hospice of the Valley. Providing comfort and dignity HOSPICE as life nears its end. VALLEY Your To learn more about our services, call not for profit hospice since 1977 602.530.6900 or visit hov.org SOLDIER Zupke, who coached Daggett applied the same ethic in the Continued from B1 on the football team. "He classroom," Zupke said. "He was very outgoing and very was always very outgoing and in the bright and articulate.

He was contributed a lot to the class Stryker combat team 25th Infantry Division at definitely a pleasure to be just an all-around joy." Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. around." The death of a former stusaid Daggett may not dent in a war "throws you for a have been of the strongest loop," he said. "I knew he Daggett, a fire-team leader, Zupke was the but had one over there and knew he was in joined the Army in June 2005. one He was serving his first tour in players on team of the best work ethics. a high-risk position.

But he Although the kind of kid chose to be in that position and Iraq. John was his "He was you first name, most everyone loved to coach football," he felt very strongly about serving called him Kyle at Pinnacle said. "He gave 110 per- his country." School in north Phoe- Daggett is survived by his nix. High who also teaches parents, Jack and Colleen Zupke, "He was just a phenomenal, business classes at Pinnacle, Daggett, and his sister, Kena phenomenal kid," said Dana knew Daggett off the field. "He dall.

your request to (innumber) or go to azcentral.com, click Deadline to place is 12 noon publication, and 12 noon Saturday for obituary deadline am. Call clasfor pricing and details. KENDRICK, Betty Lou LIBER, Juliana LOWRY, Evelyn D. MACKLEY, Charles W. MASTERSON, Donald G.

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Joseph F. Calderone, Born in Toronto Canada, On January 27th, 1925. He is survived by his loving wife, Lorraine Calderone, of sixty three years for MESSINGER whom he served coffee in bed every morning. He could recite the days, hours, months, and years he had been married to often did. Their unconditional love touched more lives than they will ever know.

Additionally, he is survived by his brother Gene Calderone. He and Lorraine had three children, Joanne Wieck, Frank Calderone, and Joseph Calderone Jr. and one son-inlaw Steve Wieck. They had five grandchildren, Adelle, Andrea, Leo, Anna, and Carissa and one granddaughter-in-law Jessica and a grandson-in-law Craig. Also dear to his heart were the Tiano family Mike, Bucky, Christine, and Katie.

Little children loved him and he was able to enjoy his five great grandchildren. As a young man he served in the Canadian Army. 'Upon moving to the United States, he worked as a national sales manager for Olin Corp. Eventually he and Lorraine moved to Payson Arizona where he began his much loved work for helping others. He became a Eucharistic minister and an active member of St.

Vincent de Paul society and Knights of Columbus. He was instrumental in expanding both the Payson food bank and the St. Vincent de Paul food bank. His hard work and unfailing optimsim were truly inspiring. Joe had a zest for life.

He and Lorraine traveled for months at a time in their motorhome all over the U.S. and Canada. He loved singing, dancing, and every aspect of being SOcial. He had a story for every occasion. Local casinos knew him on a first name basis due to his magnetic personality and consistent lucky streak.

He was a true people person. We will deeply miss our husband, our father, our papa, and our friend. We love him with all of our hearts. Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Scottsdale on Monday, May 19 at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to St.

Vincent de Paul in Payson. Richard "Rich" Thomas Carlson, 73, of Chandler, AZ. Born August 18, 1934 as Richard Thomas Zakos, passed away on April 30, 2008 in Glendale, AZ. Formerly from Addison, IL, and Phoenix, AZ. He is survived by his mother Evelyn Carlson of Glendale, his children Thomas Carlson of San Francisco, CA, Kenneth Carlson of Vacaville, CA, Lawrence Carlson of Glendale, AZ, Sharon Aboud of Glendale, AZ, grandchildren Lance Aboud, Correne Aboud, Mary Katherine Klaus, long time companion Dorothy (Dot) Randolph, former wife Joanne Carlson, and many friends.

A memorial gathering will be held Sunday May 18 at 1:30 PM in the Chandler Estates Clubhouse at 200 East Ivanhoe St, Chandier, AZ 85225. Mamie Ruth Carr, 89, of Glendale, AZ, passed away on May 15, 2008. She was employed by the Glendale Union High School District and Cart- Dignity wright Schools and was a longtime member of West Phoenix Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husbands Alan Lee Cabe and Wilbur W. Carr also her son Gary Joseph Cabe.

She is survived by her daughters, Margie Ann Cox, Betty Carol Fisher, and Susan Jane Cabe; 14 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Monday, May 19, 2008 at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale. Interment Resthaven Park Cemetery, 6290 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale.

In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Toni Davenport a gourmet cook, golf nut and wine chick of Phoenix passed away May 14, 2008 in Tempe. Toni worked as a controller for 20 years and worked for the Orthopedic Clinic Association for the past 6 years and retired in 2008. She had a BS in Accounting from the University of Akron and an MBA in Business Administration from Dignity the University of Phoenix.

She is survived by her husband of 20 years Davenport, son Scot Lance (Erinn) of Fairfax, CA; sister Sandra (Peter) Franklin of South Russell, OH; brother Larry (Debbie) Sadowsky of Bainbridge, OH; grandchildren Storrey and Eamonn Lance. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 17 at 4:00 pm at Carr Tenney Mortuary, 2621 S. Rural Tempe, AZ 85282. Private Graveside services will be held Monday, May 19 at at Tempe Double Butte Cemetery, 2505 W. Broadway Tempe, AZ.

Contributions can be made in Toni's the Arizona Cancer Center in Tucson, AZ. Amanda P. Hanna, 96 of Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away on May 8, 2008. She was born Omaha, Nebraska. A lov- ing grandmother, she is MESSINGER survived by granddaughters; Pat Shelton of Elgin, IL, Pam Crespo and her husband Nelson of Scottsdale, AZ; five greatgrandchildren; Michael, Angela, Christopher, Kevin, and Amanda and one great-great-grandchild; Abby.

Her final resting place will be Memory Gardens Cemetery in Arlington, Heights, Illinois. Martha Harrell, wife, mother, daughter, sister and best friend, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 13, 2008. An Arizona native, she was born in Phoenix, AZ on November 11, 1956 to James G. (deceased) and Wilma Smallwood. Martha married have one son, 2nd LieutenStuart J.

Harrell on December 12, 1981. They Family Owned ant Kyle S. Harrell, United States Army. Martha was employed by the State of Arizona for over thirty years. Survivors in addition to her husband, son and mother include two sisters Nancy Rice (Bud) and Sarah Cunningham (Jim), 2 nieces Alyssa Siordian and Katie Cunningham, 2 nephews Buddy Rice and Jimmy Cunningham and many dear friends.

In addition to Martha's pride and devotion to her husband and son, she will be remembered for helping and giving to those who were less fortunate. She has taken many people under her wing and fought battles for those who were unable to fight for themselves. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A Memorial service is planned for Monday, May 19, 2008 at 10:00 am at the First United Methodist Church, 5510 N. Central Ave.

There will be a reception following the service at the church. Her remains will be interred at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery at Point Loma, overlooking San Diego Bay. To honor Martha, in lieu of flowers, please donate remembrances to the charity of your choice. Mark Douglas Johnson, 53, passed away on May 12, 2008, in Phoenix. He was born March 14, 1955, in Virginia, MN to Wendla and Arne Johnson.

Mark was self-employed, his favorite activities included camping, fishing and archery hunting. Three brothers Robert (Bernice), Michael (Karen), Raymond (Kathy) and seven sisters, Marcella Ramponi, Geraldine (Elliotte) Groenwold, Dorothy (Paul) Suomala, Gladys (Rodney) Isaacson, Betty (Kenneth) Forstie, Gloria (George) Niemela and Frances (Daniel) Kumpula, survive him. His father Arne Johnson, in 1983, and his mother Wendla Johnson, in 2008, preceded him in death. Visitation is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2008, at the Phoenix Laestadian Lutheran Church, 32434 43rd Cave Creek, AZ.

The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 19, 2008 also at the church. Interment will follow at Phoenix Memorial Cemetery, 200 W. Beardsley Rd, and Phoenix, followed by lunch at the church. Phoenix Memorial Park and Mortuary handled the arrangements.

Eva A. Kanouse left this world to be given her eternal on May 15, 2008. She was born September 22, 01928 in Sonora, Arizona. She was married to R. Bruce Kanouse for 43 years who in 1990 preceded her in death.

She will be deeply missed by her children: Kanouse (Naomi), heavenly reward Daniel Curtis Kanouse (April), Paula MESSINGER Adams (Vaughn), James Kanouse (Gerry), Susan Bieker (Jack), and Jennifer Mulcahy (Michael); her grandchildren, Daniel Kanouse (Lupe), Sara Kanouse, Colby Kanouse, Katie Kanouse, Bart Davis, Matthew Davis (Jamie), Christopher Davis, Jon Davis, Robert Kanouse, Blair Kanouse, Miranda Rupp (Leith), Joshua Bieker, Allison Bieker, Andrew Bieker, Lindsay Mulcahy, Oliver Mulcahy, Ryan Mulcahy, T.C. Mulcahy; and greatgrandchildren; Seren Davis, Skyelyn Davis, Mattson Davis, Dublin Davis and Anastasia Rupp. Other family survivors include her sisters, Esther Perez of Pico Rivera, California and Emily Greene of Showlow, Arizona. Eva was employed as an executive secretary for Avis Rent-a-Car for 32 years. She had many friends throughout the Phoenix area, as she was actively involved in church activities that spread her faith in Jesus Christ.

Her genuine warmth, affection and hard work were demonstrated in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Ministries, Life in the Spirit seminars, the Mt. Claret Cursillo Movement, St. Daniel the Prophet Rosary, Prayer Group and Eucharistic Ministries. Also, her community involvement with AA and Al-Anon helped many. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 19th, at St.

Daniel the Prophet Church from 6:00 8:00 pm, with the Rosary at 7:00 pm. The funeral Mass will be held at St. Daniel's on Tuesday, May 20th at 11:00 am with visitation one hour before the Mass. Entombment will be at St. Francis Cemetery at 3:00 pm.

Contributions may be made in memory to the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Ministries. Arrangements by Messinger Indian School Mortuary "Well done, our good and faithful Bette Lou Kendrick, 84, of Lake Oswego, OR, died on May 4, 2008. Bette was born February 5, 1924, in Grass Creek, WY, grew up in Seattle, WA, lived and raised her family in Phoenix, AZ, before moving to Lake Oswego in 2004. Bette is survived by four daughters, Nina J. (Kendrick) Dodd, Rebecca "Beki" A.

(Kendrick) Katzman, Patricia "Pat" (Kendrick) Chase, and Michelle K. (Kendrick) Flory, as children. Bette is also survived grandchildren and four great grand; her two sisters, Zoe Emerson (Tacoma, WA) and Billie Palmer (Fresno, CA). She is preceded in death by her husband and daughters' father, Phil Kendrick (2003), and her mother, Nina Trelstad (1998). Bette Lou loved her family very much and will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

Juliana Liber died Thursday, May 15, at 10:10 a.m. at Odyssey Hospice in Peoria, AZ surrounded by her loving family. Juliana was born June 28, 1919 in Long Island City, New York. She moved from New York to Morristown, NJ in 1946, where she raised her four children. She and her husband, the beloved Harry Liber moved from NJ, across the Midwest, and settled in Cleveland, OH in 1977 where they resided for seven years.

Mrs Liber moved to Arizona in 1984 She was active at the St. Charles Borromeo Women's Guild, and was a Eucharistic Minister until her health began to fail. She enjoyed painting and other crafts. Most of all she was a loving homemaker, and collected and tried creative new recipies. Juliana dearly loved and cared for her family and was married to her husband.

Harry for 63 years. She is survived by her four children: Susan Liber of Monona WI, Greg Liber of Cleveland, OH, Mary Thompson of Glendale, AZ, and Christine LiberMalen of Ellicott City, MD; 5 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Best Funeral Services Chapel 9380 W. Peoria Peoria, Az. On Saturday, May 17, at 4:00 7:00 P.M.

Funeral Mass Will be held at St. Charles Borromeo 8615 W. Peoria Peoria, Arizona on Monday, May 19, 9:00 A.M. Evelyn D. Lowry, passed away on May 5, 2008.

She was born in Portsmouth, Virginia and was 88 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, William I. Lowry. Evelyn and "Ike" movedto Arizona in 1943, finally settling in Phoenix to raise their family. Throughout the years Evelyn was very active at First Southern Baptist Church of Phoenix, in the Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary, the Arizona Animal Welfare League and the Rio Salado Vizsla Club.

Evelyn is survived by her 5 children, Clark (Sue), Martha Cooper (Larry), Bil (Liv), Patrick (Carol), and Robert (Mirela). She was also was blessed with 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren who enjoyed her being computer savvy and an interesting conversationalist. Evelyn's surviving brother, Lewis Kreger of sister, Marian K. Meekins of Virginia, and extended family members join Evelyn's children in celebrating her long and full life. Servi ces at a later date.

To contact family, please send email to Mr. Charles W. Mackley, 75, of Casa Grande died 14, 2008 at Arizona Burn Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Chuck was a loving father and adoring grandfather who believed a hard days work would never hurt anyone, he had great pride in his Wednesday May childrens and grandchildrens accomplishments. He was very proud of his mother who was his greatest treasure.

Chuck was an Owner of Shalako Pecan Farm in Casa Grande, Arizona and served in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman 2nd Class in the Korean War. Chuck is survived by: three daughters, Patti Sells of Coolidge, Arizona. Pam Mackley of Casa Grande, Arizona. Penny Bagnall of Coolidge, Arizona.

Chuck is also survived by five sisters, Willene Kennon of Doniphan, Joyce Mathis of St Charles, Laverne Armor of Naylor, Rita Keel of Alma, Barbara Nottmeier of St Louis, Missouri. two brothers, Ronald Kennon of Doniphan, Jim Kennon of Chicago, Illinois. He is also survived by Five Grandchildren, and four Great-Grandchildren. Preceded in death by his Grandparents, his father and his brother Douglas. Viewing will be held Sunday, May 18, 2008 from 5 to 7 pm at Simes Mortuaries Coolidge Chapel in Coolidge, Arizona, Funeral Services at Simes Mortuaries Coolidge Chapel, Coolidge, Arizona at 9 am on Monday, May 19th, 2008 with Jirn Kennon officiating.

Graveside Services will follow the funeral service at Valley Memorial Park in Coolidge, Arizona. Donations in memory of Chuck may be made to the Arizona Burn Center, The Foundation for Burns and Trauma P.0. Box 1329 Phoenix, Ari- The Arizona Funeral Directors Association FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN We invite you to contribute to our Foundation. Caring funeral directors, in conjunction with Arizona schools school nurses, identify children with specific needs and provide funds to assist these children, www.azfda.org Donald G. Masterson, 83, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away May 15, 2008.

Don was born in Cass County, Missouri on December 1st, 1924 to VETERAN Roy and Lucile by his loving wife of alMasterson. He is survived most 62 years, Marjory; Family Urned his children, Bill Masterson (Phoenix, AZ) and daughter, Donna Kiefel (Spokane, WA); three grandchildren, Brandon, Spencer and Lara (Phoenix, AZ); as well as his brother, Melvin; and sister, Rosemary. He proudly served his country as a radio operator on the B- 29 Superfortress in World War 2 and Korea. He graduated from high school in Louisburg, KS in 1942. He graduated from college at New Mexico State University in 1951 with a degree in Civil Engineering, a career he then pursued for 35 years before becoming an owner of two service stations in Phoenix, Arizona.

Don loved traveling, especially to the 330th Bomb Group reunions and trips to Hawaii. His family, friends, flying. buddies and woodworking were his greatest joys in life. Contributions. may be made to the Louisburg High School USD Endowment (P.O.

Box 734, Louisburg, KS, 66053) in memory of Donald. Visitation will be at Hansen Desert Hills Chapel (6500 E. Bell Scottsdale, AZ, 480-991-5800) on Sunday, May 18th from 5 to 8pm. Graveside services will be at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona (23029 N. Cave Creek Phoenix, AZ) on Monday, May 19th at 10am.

Jessaline Valeria Mehlum was born on November 30, 1917 to John and Tekla a Warner in Minneapolis, MN and died peacefully on May 14, 2008. She graduated from Roosevelt High School and the University of Minnesota School of Nursing. She is preceded in death by her husband Charles and Walman. her one Jessaline cousin Evelyn was a Family Chined wonderful wife and an amazing mother to her children Elizabeth Clark (Bill), David Mehlum (Mary Jo) and Mary Emert. She was loved by and devoted to her grandchildren Eric, Ryan, Kristen, Charlie and JB, and her great grandchildren Emily, Aidan, Oliver, Carmen, Chloe and Annalise.

Services will be in the chapel at 3:30 pm on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at Shepherd Valley, 1500 W. Maryland in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Phoenix, AZ 85014. Mary Ellen Milanese, 65, of Phoenix passed away on May 13, 2008. Mary Ellen was born in Phoenix to Elinore and Francis Plinski.

She was an elementary school teacher for 28 years, retiring from Mirage School, Deer Valley School District. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, and sister. Mary Ellen is survived by her husband, Richard, children Anmarie (Pat) Stone, Matt (Cindy), and James (Tracy), grandchildren Holland and Alannah, two brothers, two sisters, and many nephews, nieces, and friends. Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2008 from 3 pm to 6 pm at Best Funeral Services 501 East Dunlap Phoenix, AZ. A memorial mass will be held on Monday, May 19, 2008 at at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 8620 N.

7th Street Phoenix, AZ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Andre House 602- 255-0580. Richard (Rick) Noonan, 49, of Peoria, AZ passed away on May 14, 2008. surrounded by his family and friends after a short but courageous battle with Non Hodgkins Lymphoma. Rick was born on February 2, 1959 in Toppenish, WA and was a long time resident of AZ moving here in 1972.

He worked for Pepsi Cola for 22 years as a Bulk Driver and received the PBG Role Model Award in 2001 plus several safe driver awards. Prior to that he worked for Bayless Market for 9 years. Rick was an avid ASU football fan. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Jane, and sons, Stephen and Paul.

His brother, David (Kris) Noonan of Glendale and his mother, Dorothy (Eldon) Andersen of Phoenix. Also survived by David (Heidi) Andersen of Surprise and Melissa (John) Hutchinson of Bothell, WA plus numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Noonan and his grandparents all of Toppenish, WA. A celebration of Rick's life will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 4:00 p.m. at Pure Heart Christian Fellowship, 14240 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85306.

Best Funeral Services, 9380 West Peoria Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345 In lieu of flowers, contributions the to family The is requesting Leukemia Lymphoma Society at www.LLS.org. Special thanks to Hospice of the Valley located on the campus of Banner Thundebird Hospital. It's not just hospice. It's Hospice of the Valley. Providing comfort and dignity as life nears its end.

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