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OBITUARIES SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2008 B5, THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC To place a funeral announcement email your request to obitspni.com (include your name, address and phone number) or go to azcentral.com, click on "Republic Classified place Deadline to place your notice is 12 noon Monday Saturday for next day's and 12 noon Saturday for Monday's publication. Call classified Customer Service at 602-444-8774, for pricing and details. Michael Joseph Chierello, 63, of Peoria, Arizona, passed awayon February 6, 2008. A Grave-side service will be held on Monday, February 11, VETERAN 2008 at 2:00 pm at the National Memorial Cemetery nf Arimna 3iniQ Kl Tauo rTi. KELLEY, Lois E.

KLAUER, Ben P. MACNEIL, Marjorie Elaine MALONE, H. Lloyd MARTINEZ, Robert A. MCKINNIS, Tia METZNER, Lester Arthur MOHN, Gerald J. NETTLES, John Jesse Sr.

PACKER, Marie Greene PARKER, Donald Austin PODICH, William Frederick PORTILLO, Eugenia Santana PRESTON, Leslie Charles RALEY, Jimmie Wayne Sr. RANK, BetteA. RATLIFF, Gloria G. REMBOLDT, Annabelle Flyte RISLUND, Alice RISSE, James T. SCHWEIGHHARDT, Kenneth Edward SHEARER, Lajeane SMITH, Jack C.

THENE, Joan L. TROSTHEIDE, Tom TUCKER, Rita F. VAUGHN, William R. VERBURG, William J. VILLAR, Phedora Lee VOLK, Alyce WALSH, Jerry Michael WEBB, Leticia Jean WOOD, Frances Mclntyre Billy Dean Dunn passed away On February 6th 2008 as a resident of Surprise Arizona.

He is now resting in the com- f-l fort of the arms of our heritage Lord. His life was that of a devoted loving husband to France Dunn (deceased of 14 years)She was his first and only love and had a marriage of 43 years. He moved his entire family from Crown Point Indiana to Arizona in the mid 60's. Billy is survived by his children Sharon Dunn, Sandra Mortera, Jeff Dunn, Janet Wellman. James Dunn, and they were blessed with a set of Identical twins Carol Kutsch and Cheryl Dunn.

He is also the proud grandfather of 9 grandchildren, Chris.Brad, Josh, Jennifer, Ryan, Amber, Jackie, Julie, and the youngest of the grandchildren Steven. Our Father lived with such passion for life. He loved to work with remote control airplanes and go out to the flying field and fly them. He was offered a job at Hobby Bench by two wonderful people Lee and Betty. They welcomed nis knowledge and he worked for many years doing what he loved best, helping others learn how to build ana fly their planes.

He had made wonderful friends where ever he went and Annette Reese became a very close friend to him through hobby bench. His spirit and love for life will live on through each of us that were blessed enough to have him in our life. In loving memory from all his children we mourn our loss, and celebrate his eternal life where he now may rest in peace. Amen. Interment will be held Palm Valley View Cemetery, Las Vegas, NV Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at 11 am.

Arrangements by Heritage Funeral Chapel 623-974-3671. ALBER, Frances W. ALLEN, Aileen Rundle ARMER, John Michael ARTHUR, Mark Ed BATES, Bette Ann BENNETT, Charles W. BRADY, Charles C. BRIMHALL, Claudette Hatch CARRAS, Dorothy M.

CHIERELLO, Michael Joseph CLARK, Helen E. CONNELLY, John R. CONTRERAS, Christoval Santiago DOINE, Earl DUNN, Billy Dean EDWARDS, Nolan Wayne ELLIS, Barry ENGELEN, Rodney FELIX, Louise FLECK, Maude GAERATHS, Franciscus Alexander GARFIELD, Harlene P. GERG, Charles Edward GRAELUND, Roberts. GREVES, William GUST, Mary Elizabeth HAKALA.

Steve HARRIS, Steven Craig HERNANDEZ, Elivoria HOLGERS, Christine Tory HUDOCK, Helen Miranda ISBELL, Arlene JOHNSON, Wilbert J. Frances W. Alber, age 78 of Chandler, died February 7. 2008. She is survivea dv ner children, Bill Alber (Helene), Frank Alber (Simone), Tom Alber (Cassie), Teresa Martens (Dale), Mary Woods (Jim), Margaret Rockwell (Gale); Grandchildren, Kristen Alber, Kevin Alber, Diane Alber, Lauren Alber, AA Caitlin Alber, Katherine JZ; Martens, Jennifer Martens, Sarah Woods, Emily Woods, Matthew Woods, Elizabeth Rockwell, Eric Rockwell and Emma Rockwell.

She is preceded in death by her husband's, William Alber and Jack MacVittie. Frances was active in Hug a Bears and the Telephone Company Pioneers. The family request contributions be made to Hospice of the Valley. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 11:00 am at St. Timothy's Catholic Church, 1730 W.

Guadalupe Mesa. Private interment will take place. Arrangements entrusted to Queen of Heaven Mortuary, 1562 E. Baseline Rd Mesa. Aileen Rundle Allen, 95, of Prescott, Arizona, passed into the Hands of the LORD on January 21, 2008 in Prescott, Arizona.

Aileen was born May 28, 1912, in Clay County, Kansas, to Albert and Mary Amcoats Rundle. Aileen was educated in Clay County schools, received her BS in Home Economics from Kansas State University in 1933 and her MS from Colorado State University in 1941. Aileen moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1939 and met her future husband, Jesse E. Allen. They were married in Clay Center, Kansas on June 12, 1942.

He preceded her in death February 22, 1972. Aileen retired in 1972, after teaching 39 years. Aileen was a member of Sigma Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma and was a charter member of Phoenix Home Economists In Home and Community. Aileen enjoyed the arts, reading, traveling, and watching birds. Aileen loved all her family dearly, and was especially proud of the integrity, strength and independence of her two grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Hughla (Hughie), and son-in-law, Ron Takas of Prescott, Arizona, grandchildren Ryan Takas, of Portland, Oregon, and Erin Takas, of Simi Valley, California. Also surviving her are nephews and nieces Harvey Martha Benson, Art Frances Benson, Jon Evelyn Larson and numerous great nephews and nieces, along with her many friends. Memoriar services will be held Saturday, February 16, 2008, at 11:00 am at American Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1085 Scott Drive, Prescott, Arizona. Private internment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to Heifer International, P.O.

Box 8058, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72203-8058, or the charity of your choice. i 1 i ill I Charles (Chuck) Brady, 87, beloved husband of Ann, passed away with dignity on February x-ix 6,2008. Chuck, born in Pa-( ly,) sadena, CA, was a leading iy member of the Sun Lakes Rock, Gem Silver Club for many years. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Contributions can be made to Friendship Village Care Center (Hospice), 2645 E.

Southern, Tempe, 85282, in Chuck's memory. Claudette Hatch Brimhall, 60, of Mesa AZ passed away at home on mursday, February 7, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Dr. John Brimhall, six of her seven children, four in-laws and twelve grandchildren. Claudette was born on May 6, 1947.

in Snow- flake, AZ. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully throughout her life. Claudette selflessly cared for her family and served her community by enriching the lives of many. She dedicated her life to supporting, encouraging and helping others achieve their goals.

She was always the first to help but was masterful at being behind-the-scenes, never wanting recognition for her efforts. The heavens are lucky to welcome Claudette home, but she will be greatly missed. Memorial services will begin with a viewing on Sunday, February 10th from at Bunker's University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive Mesa (480) 830-4105. The final viewing will be held on Monday, February 11th from at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Citrus Heights Stake, 2549 N. 32nd Street Mesa (between Lindsay and Val Vista, McKellips, and McDowell). The Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street immediately following the funeral.

Contributions may be made to the Claudette Brimhall Memorial Fund," Chase bank account 773576079. Dorothy M. Carras, 89 of Sun City, loving mother, Grandmother and Great-grand mother peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2008. She was born in Chicago, IL. on December 12, 1918 to Richard and Mildred Corbett.

Her pa- rnntc hrnthar Oi- -i I I i cnara ana sisrer rvwurea fm.A preceded her in death. -2-Dorothy married her high H22gE school sweetheart, Paul James Carras Sr. in 1941 and enjoyed 52 wonderful years of marriage until his passing in 1993. Dorothy and Paul moved their family to Phoenix in 1957 where she worked for the State of AZ. Real Estate Department from 1970 until her retirement in 1985.

After her retirement Dorothy and Paul enjoyed traveling to Greece, Hawaii and Mexico. Dorothy also loved reading history novels and gardening, she was happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by: Children, Paul Jr. Kathleen (John), Richard (Rhonda). Grandchildren, Lisa (Mark), Matthew (Jenn), Joe (Amanda), David, Chris, Derek (Valerie), Baine, Christie (Jeff), Zachary (Amy), Great-grandchildren, Tyler, Suzanne.

Hayden, Leo, Lily, Ariana and Kallista. Sister-in-laws, Nieces, Nephews and many loving friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2008 from 5 pm to 8 pm with a rosary at 7 pm at Heritage Funeral Chapel 6830 Thunderbird Peoria, AZ. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 10 am at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church 9728 Palmeras Sun City, AZ.

In lieu of flowers any remembrances may be sent to: St. Vincent De Paul Food Bank or the charity of your choice. (602) 444-4985 or Look for the Funeral Planning Guide every Wednesday Ik Sunday in the Arizona Republic LOWER PRICE 1 i 1 1 1 Franciscus Trans" Alexander Gaeraths, 78, loving husband, father, "Opa," brother and Tt uncle passed away 1 1 on February 7, 1 IfiCtQ Crane ic cur- vived by his wife Stella, sons An drew (Mary), tduard (joy), daughter Marsha (Bill) and grandchildren Geoffrey and Caroline as well as manv other lovina broth ers, sisters, extended fam ily and friends. Frans was born on December 19, 1929 in Tjiwedej Bandung, Indonesia. He immigrated to The Netherlands in 1957, and married Stella Stook on December 17, 1960 in Den Haag, Netherlands.

In 1962 they immigrated to the United States following his brother Hans to Phoenix, Arizona and raising a family. He was later joined by his brother Edmond where the three brothers lived near and supported each other for the next several decades. Frans worked as a gifted and talented machinist for twenty-eight years where he was known for his attention to detail and craftsmanship. Frans will always be remembered for his quiet, gentle spirit, kind heart and his love for his family. He had a closeness and de-, votion to his brothers and sisters, even when thousands of miles separated them for years at a time.

He adored his two grandchildren and thpir Tina" uuill trulu ha miccorl A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. with a celebration of Frans's lite immediately following at 6:00 p.m. at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Funeral Home, 710 W. Bethany Home Phoenix.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The American Heart Association in Frans's name. Harlene P. Garfield, of Scottsdale, AZ, is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Wendy G. and Steven G. Mesaros and grandson, Jason R.

Mesaros of Scottsdale and sister-in-law, Marlene B. Plotkin of. Northbrook, IL. Mrs. Garfield was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman; son, Jonathan P.

Garfield; brother, Samuel N. Plotkin. A service was held Friday at The Goldman Funeral Group, Buffalo Grove, IL. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery, Skokie. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Heart Association of Phoenix, 2929 South 48th Street, Tempe, AZ 85282, Phone: (602) 414-5353.

Charles Edward Gerg, 88, of Phoe-'' nix, AZ passed away on Feb. 7, 2008. Charles served in the Marine Corp in WWII and then worked for 44 years for the Kimberly Clark Corp. He is survived bv his bride of 62 vears. Mi dred Gera.

Cm dren Doreen In--- nram Wannoth Corn hiano nrocharlr I many grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 21408 at 2pm at Historic First Presbyterian, Church, 402 W. Monroe, Phx, 85003. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arizonians for Children, 2435 E. La Jolla Dr, Tempe, Az 85282.

Robert S. Graflund, 69, a Scottsdale, AZ resident, retired mathematics teacher and math publications au thor, passed away February 5, 2008 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born in Chica go, IL, was a graduate of Northern llli-' nois University and taught for 38 1 years at Edison I Middle School in Wheaton-Warrenville, IL School District 200. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Mary Ann, of Scottsdale, daughter Kathleen Marie (Todd) Coles of Vienna, VA, son Scott Robert (Adriana) Graflund of Long Grove, IL, sister Geraldine (the late Harry) Guess of Fairfax Station, VA and grandchildren Zoe Marie and Connor Robert Graflund and Allisa Taylor and Anna Elise Coles. A visitation will take place from 6 PM to 8 PM Wed.

Feb 13th with a 7 PM Rosary service at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Scottsdale. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM Thur. Feb. 14th at Our Lady of the Angels at the Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E.

Lincoln Scottsdale. Interment will follow at Paradise Memorial Gardens, Scottsdale. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Valley Sherman Home, 5801 E. Mayo Phoenix, AZ 85054. William Greves, 73, of El Mirage, passed away on February 7, 2008.

Service has been held. Best Funeral-Services Chapel Peoria, Az. Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Gust 88, passed away on Februarys, 2008. Betty was born in 1 1919 in Bedford, Indiana. She moved to Phoenix at the age of 6, where her father, Emory W.

Montgomery, became Superintendent of the Phoenix Union High School Dis trict and President of Phoenix College. After graduating from Phoenix College and Stanford University, Betty married Devens Gust, a Phoenix attorney and rancher, who died in 2006. She and Devens lived in Phoenix for many years until moving to the family ranch in Mule Creek, New Mexico. She is survived by sons John Devens Jr. (Elaine) and Morgan (Becky), grandchildren Karen (David) Schollmeyer, Jennifer (Greg) Birrell, John Gust, Tracey (David) Haynie and Zachary Gust, and 3 great-grandchildren.

No services will be neld. Arrangements by Messinger Mortuary. Steve Hakala, 89 y.o., Washington, D.C., passed away Thursday, February 7, 2008. He joined the Army in 1937, served with the famous Bushmaster Regiment of AZ, served Korea with the 25th Inf. Div.

and Vietnam 25th Inf. Div. Recipient, 3 awards Combat Infantryman's Badge. Burial Arlington Cemetery with full military honors. It's not just hospice.

It's Hospice of the Valley. Providing comfort and dignity as life nears its end. If HOSPICE wvai.u-:y Your rwt-fnr-pmfir hosftier finer IV7" To learn more about our services, call 602.530.6900 or visit hov.org i Mark "Ed" Arthur, 81, passed away on Sat. 2208. He was borni21426 in Glendale, AZ the first of fmi 6 children to Leland Agnes Arthur.

He was a iftfran US Navy Radio operator in WWII. He retired from Reynolds Metals then spent many happy years gardening. He is dearly missed by his daughter, Debbie Dujanovic, his grandchildren Jesse Arthur, Adam Danielle Dujanovic great grandchildren Maxwell, Sophia Sage Arthur Makena McBride the love of his life Louise Flayer. He is also survived by his brother Paul in Nevada his cousin Carroll in Phoenix. Services are private.

Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley where Ed's final days were filled with compassion and caring his family close by. Bette Ann Bates 79, passed away February 8, 2008. She was born May 2, 1928 to Raymond and Blanche (Quinn) Thyne. i Bette is survived by her HHyTAgE children Jean Bates, Cheryl Zilkie, Marta Shugart, Richard Ab-by, and Glenn Abby; 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Services will be private for the family.

Arrangements by Heritage Funeral Chapel 623-974-3671. Charles "Charlie" W. Bennett, 70, of Glendale, Arizona passed away on September 25, p. 3nnfl Rnrn in Rnc. ton, Massachusetts on January 24, 1938, he served 23 years in the U.S.

Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller and was a Vietnam War veteran. He moved to Glen dale in 1977 and shortly thereafter started a ca reer in real estate. He re- VETERAN tired in 2000 as the owner of Desert Realty. Charlie CjTj is survived by his wife, Angelika, sons Charles ESS-Bennett (Michele), Chris Bennett (Holly), and special children Frank and Micky. Bothers and Sisters: Joan Hayward (Lee), Barbara Devaney (Austin), Paul Bennett, Barbara Bennett, Bruce Bennett (Lisa), Dorene Messieri (Bill), and grandchildren Austin, Brian, Brittney, Brian, Chase, Larry, and Tiffany.

He lived life to the fullest and will be missed. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 15, 2008 at 11 am at Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 W. Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Arizona Humane Society 602-997-7586 or www.azhumane.org. 4 Direct Cremation With Memorial Service $850.00 Call 623-875-7500 For Details I Funeral Home of YOUR Choice ll i I ss Roses $75 Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ.

Helen E. Clark, 87, of Scottsdale, passed away on Monday, February 4, holding her daughter's J. hand. Born in Savannah, Georgia, Helen came to Arizona in 1959. She worked for almost twenty years as an ASU records clerk in the days before computers, and was known for her smile and kindness to frantic students.

A loving wife and mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hail, and son, Skip. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Anne, sisters, Anne M. Blitch and Leila M. Bravo, and many nieces and nephews. Helen enjoyed sewing, caring for her family, and had a knack for finding anything lost.

She was a charter member of Bethany Lutheran Church, 4300 N. 82nd Street, Scottsdale, where her memorial service will be held on February 16, at 3:00 PM. Contributions to: Bethany or Hospice of the Valley. John R. Connelly, 75 of Mesa, AZ, passed away February 4, 2008 at home.

He was born on Ju- ly 11, 1932 in Charleston, -WV. A veteran of the Ko- vftfram rean War, John retired from the United States Air Force in 1973 after 24 years of dedicated service. He was also retired from the City of Mesa Streets Department. An avid sports fan, he also enjoyed reading and traveling. He is survived by Linda, his loving wife of 47 years; daughter Kimberly Hammer (Joe) of Queen Creek, AZ; son John "JR" Connelly (Rebecca) of Show Low, AZ; grandson Dalton Connelly, of Scottsdale, AZ; brother Edward Connelly of Altus, OK; five sisters, Donna Connelly, Shirley Hayton and Helen Townson of Huntington, WV; Betty Frye and Linda Mills, of Lakeland FL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Dena Connelly, sister Sandra Finley, and infant grandson Gunnar Hammer. Private services will be held at the National Memorial Cemetary in Phoenix. Donations may be made to he American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted Bunker's University Chapel, 480-830-4105. Christoval "Mike" Santiago Contreras, was born July 25, 1923.

died at age of 84 on fepruary 2008. Christoval was born in Los Angeles California, he spent most of his years in Phoe- niv Ari7nna at. tended Phoenix "jM Union High School jVyH ailU 3CI VCU III Huh ttlii 1 U. S. Army.

He was preceeded in death by his beloved wife Trinidad and brother Robert N. Contreras. He is survived by his children Josephine Contreras, Ciria Contreras, Jimmy Contreras, Rebecca jjjHSJ Contreras, Trinidad8. -Fabela, sister Rebecca VETERAN Contreras Alvarez, 21 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, 4 nieces, and many cousins. Visitation will be at A Moore Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 Bethany Home Rd, Phx on Monday, 211, p.m.

with rosary 7:00 p.m. Funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Most Holy Trinity Church, 8620 7th Street, Phx and burial follows at Phoenix Memorial Park. Earl Doine, 84, of Surprise, passed away on Feb. 2, 2008..

Born in Milwaukee, Wl and an Arizona resident since 1980. He was a WW II US Army veteran. He is survived by his wife Lois. Memorial services will be 11:00 AM, Friday, Feb. 15, 2008 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 9925 N.

103rd Sun City, AZ. Menke Funeral Home handled arrangements. fax 444-5932 Do you need help organizing memunts Po5wj belongings after your spouse oi partner das passed away? lama professional organizer with personal references and I work in the East Valley area. I give free consultations estimates. Donna $765X3 602-243-3961 i remember at Harper's Funeral Home our families always liave the i advantage but do not have to pay for dignity.

Call us for your lowest cost dignified funeral or cremation plan. QUARANTEE 8SCIRP00C004 Nolan "Wayne" Edwards, 11735 2208. On Saturday, February 2, 2008 of Scottsdale, AZ and Fenwick Island, DE. Devoted husband of 46 years to wife Nancy, treasured and dearly loved father of Melody Maeschen (Houston, TX) and Julie Allen (Kevin), adored grandfather "P-Pa" to Callie and Penzie Allen (Clarksville, MD) and cherished son-in-law to Helen Van Note. Also survived by brother Gerald Edwards (Irene), sister Jeanette Heazlit (Ted), "Best bud" Vince Penn (Barbara) and many dear friends and family.

In honor of each day Wayne faced with strength, grace and immense gratitude for those who provided care, love and support, charitable donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 8501 La Salle Road, suite 106, Towson, MD 21286. Barry Ellis 37, 16132 Red Rock Ln, Cordes Lakes. AZ, died Feb 2, 2008 in Silver City, New Mexico. Born in Glendale, AZ and graduated from Cactus High School. Employed by Freeport-McMoran Gold Co as a heavy equipment operator.

Parents -Bruce Wanda G. Ellis; Sisters Cheri Drew (Vancouver, BC) and Jan Piette (Reno, NV); Brother-in-law Ron Piette (Reno, NV); Aunts Beverly Frizzle (San Bernardio, CA) and Pat Ellis (Apple Valley, CA); Nephews Mike Drew (Vancouver, BC and Cameron Piette (Reno, NV); Nieces -Laura Lyndsay Piette (Reno, NV). No services. Rodney Earl Engelen died on February 8, 2008 at 80 years of age, after suffering a stroke. Rodney Earl Goehring was born September 5, 1927 to Anita Goehring and Clarence Wiedeman in Parkston, South Dakota.

Upon his mother's marriage to Horace Engelen his name was changed to that of his adopted father. Subsequent to his mother's death in 1932, he was raised by his grandparents, Gus and Adeline Radke in Wessington Springs, South Dakota. Rod served in the US Army in a non-combat role in the Pacific. He studied architecture at the University of Minnesota and urban and regional planning at Harvard University, graduating in 1953. His professional life was dedicated to the policies and issues of urban function, processes and the conceptual and physical aspects of planning and redevelopment.

Over a period of 40 years, he worked for numerous public agencies in both staff and consulting roles. He worked extensively in the upper Midwest, including City of St Paul downtown redevelopment plans, development of the first central area plan for the City of Minneapolis, major work for the City of Chicago, various Federal Agencies and more than 75 cities throughout the US and Canada. Rod also worked as an advisor to the City of Phoenix, with responsibility for downtown and urban corridors. In 1951 Rod married Audrey Hope Naas and together they raised three children in Evanston, Illinois. Rod's wife Audrey died in 1998 in Phoenix.

In 1999 Rod married Cynthia Lewis Sawyer and relocated back to the Chicago area. Rod traveled widely and continued to enjoy photography, politics, reading and his computer throughout his retirement. He was an active supporter of Boy Scouting, the American Civil Liberty Union, the Unitarian Church and numerous liberal political campaigns and causes. His was a rich world of long time colleagues and friends, shared ideas and warm communications. He was a generous, caring man who truly lived his ideals of life-long learning, social and personal responsibility for bettering our world.

Rod is survived by wife Cynthia, children Derek (Jan), Peter, and Heidi (Rick), grandchildren Rachel, Kurt, Erin, Leigh, Jeffrey, and many dear friends. A memorial service in celebration of Rod's life is scheduled for Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Phoenix on Lincoln Drive at 10:00 am. No flowers are requested. Memorial Contributions in Rod's name may be made to the UU Foundation of Phoenix or Hospice of the Valley. Maude "Mickey" Fleck, 90, of Phoenix passed awav on January 23, 2UU8.

She wasf Dorn in Pennsylvania on April lb, 1917. She is survived by her three children, Charles (Gail) Fleck, Jacqueline McKenna and Linda (Larmon) Haugen. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren, (Lew). Wendv. Pam Heidi (Craia).

Scott (Cassie). Kirk (Carmen), Lori (Dan) and Jill and eleven great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Mickey is also survived by nephews Denny, David and Rory and nieces Peggy Jo and Colleen. The last few months of her life were spent at the Beatitudes Skilled Nursing Facility and the family would like to thank the nurses and staff for the compassionate care she received there. Mickey lived for her family and always enjoyed visits from her children and grandchildren.

Per her request there will be no public services. A private "Celebration of Life" was held by the immediate family. Contributions in her memory can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85014. 1 1 1 For information on advertising call 'tine Cremation Burial Services Family Owned.

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