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VA HOSPICE 1977 or on call (602) B4 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30,2008 Ronald Louis Dupre, 66, of Tempe, passed away January 18, 2008. A memorial service will be held at Green Acres Morof Light, 401 Dignity tuary Chapel Scottsdale, on Saturday February 2, at 2:30 PM. Woodrow Wilson (Jack) Ficklin joined his Heavenly his sleep at home on January 24, 2008. Mr. Ficklin, a WW2 Veteran, born in MO.

in 1922 was the last surviving of eight children of Charles and Delilah Ficklin, having moved to Arizona 1963. Jack is preceded in Father quietly in death by 1990. his He wife is survived Gertrude by in Sc daughter Carol Ann (Donald Smith) of Mesa and son Mark Ficklin of Scottsdale. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Heather Ann Akins of Tucson and Samuel Ray Akins of Mesa. Mr.

Ficklin worked in base operations at Williams Air Force Base until his retirement. Jack was an active volunteer at the Pyle Senior Center in Tempe. Weekly, he volunteered at the Paz de Cristo Community Center feeding the homeless. He will be sorely missed by his beloved church, Epiphany Episcopal. The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions to Paz de Cristo Community Center, 424 W.

Broadway Mesa AZ, 85210, 602- 464-2370. There will be a celebration of Jack's life at the Church of the Epiphany, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008 at 10:00 am with reception immediately following, 2222 S. Price Tempe, AZ 85282. Interment following the service at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1500 E.

Baseline Mesa, AZ 85204. God's Peace! Arrangements entrusted by Tempe Mortuary. John James Gibbons, 54, of Peoria Arizona passed away on January 25, 2008. He was born in Detroit Michigan. He moved to Arizona in 1985 to pursue his career as an electrician.

He is survived by his mother Evelyn, children Christine and Scott, sister Anna, brother Michael, 5 grandchildren, and Kathy. A memorial service will be held Friday February 1st at at Chapel of the Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Ave. Glendale. A gathering will be held following services at the Peoria residence.

Arrangements by Chapel oft the Chimes Fr. Robert L. Graff, aged 81, died January 26, 2008. Retired in 1996 he was ordained for the Diocese of Tucson in 1952 and served in many parishes in the Phoenix area and the Diocese of Tucson. He was born June 20, 1926 to Raymond and Elizabeth Graff of William- He is survived by his sisters Kathleen Crouse of Williamsport, Mary Heffner of Montoursville, Pennsylvania, and Gloria Whitman of Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, and brother Donald of Lancaster, New York.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Jack of Ben Lomond, California and William of Williamsport. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 7:00 p.m. on January 30, 2008 at St Bridget Church, 2213 N. Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ 85213. (480) 924- 9111.

In Lieu of flowers or cards please make donations to Saint Vincent de Paul at St. Bridget Church. Ana Amalia I Hernandez, of Avondale, born April 19, 1937 passed away Jan. 27, 2008. Survived by 5 sons, 10 daughters, grandchildren.

Visitation 5-8 PM Thurs. Jan. 31, 2008 at Greenwood Memory Lawn Chapel, 719 N. 27th Ave. Phx.

Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM Friday, Feb. 1, 2008 at the LDS Church 701 N. 95th Ave. Tolleson, AZ. Dignity Michael G.

Higgins, born February 18, 1949, passed away Wednesday evening, January 23, 2008 after a brief stay at PV Hospital fighting his last MESSINGER battle with Melanoma. He is survived by his wife, Elaine, daughters Emily, Christina, Megan, son, Ryan, parents Glenn and Ruth Higgins of Scottsdale, brothers Jerry (Scottsdale), Tom and Sandi (Sacramento), David and Sue (Pinetop), Mark and Shelley (Mesa) and several nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to a memorial service to celebrate Mike's life on Saturday, February 2nd at at La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 Bell Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85254. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the family or the church.

Shirley M. Hilfinger, 78, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on January 25, 2008. A Memorial service will be at 3 pm on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Family Owned the Phoenix Quaker Meeting, 1702 East Glendale Phoenix, AZ. Donations may be sent to the Marley House, 9 East Mission Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85020. Arrangements by Hansen Mortuary.

Bernice Ann Ware Hodges, died January 25, 2008 at the Glencroft Care Center of Glendale, AZ. She was born October 23, 1926 in Marblehead, Ma where she lived until her marriage. She married James C. Hodges Sr. 15 January 1944.

She is preseded in death by her husband of over fifty years, James her parents Pauline and John Glover Ware, and her younger brother, Jack Ware. She is survived by her younger brother, Norm Ware and younger sister, Sally Kelly of Marblehead, Ma and by her three children, James Jr. of Glendale, AZ, son Robert Hodges of San Antonio, Tx and Marsha Crawley of Hot Springs, seven grandchildren Darrel, Susan, Candy, Elizabeth, Stacy, Carrie and Christine and seven greatgrandchildren. During the Second World War Bernice worked building Liberty Ships, and was later a Girl Scout Leader and a Youth Group Coordinator at Luke AFB. A viewing and memorial service will be held at the Best Funeral Services, 9380 W.

Peoria on Friday, February 1, 2008 beginning at 10:30 a.m. Interment will occur at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. It's not just hospice. It's Hospice of the Valley. Providing comfort and dignity as life nears its end.

To learn more about VALLEY Your not for profit our services, call hospice since 602.530.6900 visit or hov.org OBITUARIES Maddux, 20, away on Janu- New Hope Cattle Dogs Rescue. Stefanie is survived by her Husband: Craig A. Maddux; Parents: Stephen Brenda Mills; Brothers: Shawn M. Petterborg Jeramy P. Jones; Grandparents: Norman Miggs Petterborg, Betty Mills.

Visitation will be held 3:00 8:00 PM, Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at Crystal Rose Funeral Home, 9155 W. Van Buren Tolleson, AZ. Graveside Service will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Avondale, AZ. Services will be officiated by Rawn Stull.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Stefanie's name to Sun Valley Animal Shelter, 7150 N. 110th Ave, Glendale, AZ New Hope Cattle Dog PO Box 2014, Gilbert, AZ 85299. Stefanie Lynn Mills El Mirage, AZ; passed ary 26, 2008 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born on January 4, 1988 in Phoenix, AZ. Stefanie was a Veterinarian Assistant.

She was a member of 4-H, FFA, Volunteer Sun Valley Shelter, ASPCA, Lee Montgomery, of Sun City West passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. He was 98 years, 9 months a and 16 days old. He was born Tuesday, March 23, 1909 in Dadeville, MO. Burial was in Stockton Cemetery in Stockton, MO. He was a deacon and member of The First Christian Church of Sun City since 1996.

Lee volunteered in the treasury office at the church. He also served as an Aerospace engineer for many years. His parents were John, and Rose Montgomery. Lee's wife, Monta, died February 22, 1996. Memorial will be held at The First Christian Church of Sun City on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 1 p.m.

Contributions may be made to The First Christian Church of Sun City, 14001 W. Thunderbird, Sun City, AZ 85351. Ernest Frederick 70, of Queen Creek, passed away last Thursday, January 17, 2008 at home. Mr. Naquayouma born on June 3, 1937, in Manhattan, New York to Lillian (Lowry) and Ernest Naquayouma.

No service is pending at this time. Mr. Naquayouma was a information processor for the State Attorney General office before retiring. He is survived by his sons; Ernest V. of Edgewood, NM, Albert L.

of Black River Falls, WI, daughters; Lucinda L. of Queen Creek, Anita J. Naquayouma of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, 8 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren. He is preceded in death by sons Warren Austin and Anthony John Naquayouma. Arrangements entrusted to Simes Mortuaries Casa Grande Chapel.

William "Bill" M. O'Neil 61 Phoenix, AZ. William passed away on January 25th, 2008 peacefully at home after battling a long-term illness. Bill was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin and moved to Arizona in 1972. Bill graduated from Pacelli High School (Stevens Point Wis.) in 1965 and while at Pacelli, Bill wrestled and played basketball for the varsity teams.

In 1967 Bill joined the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam until 1972 when he was honorably discharged. Bill moved to Arizona to begin his career in construction as a surveyor and joined Sundt Construction in 1972. Bill worked for Sundt for 17 years eventually becoming Chief Estimator. After Sundt, Bill worked for Suft Construction in the same capacity, until his retirement in 2002.

Bill was an avid outdoors man and enjoyed cars. Bill was also a rabid Green Bay Packers fan. Bill is survived by his sons Bill O'Neil Ill and Brian O'Neil, his sister Patti Berger (MN), brothers Mike O'Neil Dan O'Neil Tom O'Neil (AZ) and Tim O'Neil (AZ). A Memorial Service will be held on February 5th, 2008 (10:00 A.M.) at the Veterans Cemetery in North Phoenix(23029 N. Cave Creek Rd.

Phoenix AZ). Dale Juan Osife, 42, of Laveen, AZ, passed away on January 24, 2008. Visitation will begin at 6:00 PM, Thursday, January 31, at the District 6 Service Center, S. 51st Ave. on St.

Johns AZ. Funeral Mass will begin at 8:00 AM, Friday, February 1, St. John's Indian Mission, AZ. Burial to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Lowmans Arizona Funeral Becky F.

Pearson, 51, of Sun Lakes, AZ, passed away Jan. 25, 2008. She was born March 7, 1956 in and Dorothy Carlson. She Spring Valley, IL Leon du moved to the valley in the mid 1980's and had been working as an engineer tech at Intel. She was preceded in death by her mother Dorothy and her husband Gerald in 2004.

Survivors include her daughter, Jackie Pearson; her father, Leon Carlson; siblings, Sherryl (Larry) Bird, Charlene Carlson, Paula Crider, Karen (Cliff) Brown and Kathy Goff along with numerous nephews, nieces and friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 12 Noon, at Tempe Mortuary, 405 E. Southern Tempe. Interment will follow at the National Memorial Cemetery, Phoenix.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family to help defray the cost of funeral expenses. THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC Elbert Joseph Johnson (1923 2008) A Elbert Joseph Johnson ly at home on January 23, 2008 with his sweetheart of 55 years by his side. Elbert was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, brother and friend. Elbert was born in Pomerene, Arizona on January 4, 1923. He was the second child born to Joseph Elbert and Lucy Rosetta.

Elbert was raised in Prescott, Arizona in a family of ten children. After high school, Elbert joined the army and served as a communications technician in Germany during World War Il. Upon his return from active duty, Elbert served a mission in Australia for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Elbert graduated from Utah State University and received his Master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Utah. On June 11, 1952, Elbert married his eternal companion, Elaine Parkin, in the Salt Lake Temple.

Elbert loved to serve in the church and had many opportunities to serve as a teacher, Bishop, choir director and Patriarch. He was also privileged to serve a second mission, with his wife, in the Harrisburg Pennsylvania Mission. Elbert loved music and is remembered for his love of music and powerful bass voice. Whether is was a solo in church or a birthday song on the phone, he believed that every song must be sung with feeling. Elbert's greatest accomplishment was his family.

His great love for each of them was always felt and never doubted by anyone. Elbert is survived by his wife, Elaine; his children, Rebecca, Judy, Dennis, Martha, Douglas, Margaret, Carolyn and Ly: nette; 21 grandsons; granddaughters; and one great granddaughter. He is also survived by 2 brothers and 5 sisters. Elbert was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, one brother, and two granddaughters. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 4-7 pm.

at the Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary located at 7924 No. 59th Glendale. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Monday, February 4th 2008, at the Glendale Stake Center located 8602 No. 31st Phoenix (31st Avenue, south of Dunlap) with a viewing at 9 am prior to the services. Elbert truly believed that to love and serve his fellow men is to love and serve God.

He never missed an opportunity to give someone a hug or let them know how much he cared. All those who knew Elbert Johnson will forever be blessed that he was a part of their lives. In lieu of flowers, a missionary fund has been set up in Elbert's name. Donations can be made at any Chase Bank of AZ Elaine Johnson. Willbur "Butch" Johnson, 47, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on January 28, 2008.

A memorial service will be advantage held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, FUNERA, CREMATION PACES February 1, 2008 at Advantage Colonial Chapel, 4141 N. 19th Phoenix, Arizona. Sharon N. Keyes, 61, died suddenly on January 19, 2008, at her home in Sun City, Arizona. Sharon was born in Fargo, North Dakota on February 24, 1946, to the late Wally and Gladys Norell.

She is survived by a twin sister, Sandra Bufka who resides in Illinois and a brother Thomas Norell who lives in Texas. She had a brother, Gary Norell who died at the age of 12. Sharon graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1968 with a Bachelor Degree in Science. She was a member of Mensa, a society which welcomes people whose 10 is in the top of the population. She started teaching in Panama in 1969 and spent 25 years teaching all grades including gifted children.

Sharon married John Keyes and had two girls, an adopted daughter, Allison, in 1981, and then gave birth to Allissa in 1984. Sharon moved to Arizona in 2001 to help care for her mother. She also leaves behind two grand-children, Tricia Allison Nelson and Race Kale Penny. She had been employed by Sears Stores since 2002. Sharon will be greatly missed by not only her family, but also by her friends and neighbors.

For funeral arrangements, please contact Menke Funeral Home in Sun Sara P. Lawrence, 65, of Sun City West passed away January 26, 2008. Born on September 28, 1942, Sara went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree ee from the University of Wyoming, where she became a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and continued to remain an active member of the alumnae club. For many years, the Lawrence family lived in Denver, CO. After Sara lovingly raised her children, she earned her Masters of Arts Degree from Cal.

State Northridge. Sara recently retired from Cal. State Northridge as a Family and Childhood Development Professor. Surviving members of the family include Sara's husband of 45 years, Gary; her children Michele (Mark), Lisa (Mathew) and Tim; and her treasured grandchildren Madison, M.J., James, Audrey and Gemma. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 3:00 PM with a viewing to be held one hour prior at Camino del Sol Funeral Chapel 13738 Camino del Sol Sun City West.

Donations requested to the American Heart Association 2929 S. 48th Street Tempe, AZ 85282 in Sara's name. Agnes Leach, age 94, passed away on Saturday, 1-26-08. Agnes described herself as a feisty Irish woman, how true! She is survived by her son, Richard Hudson, daughter Sue Lanker (Jim Joling), 2 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Family and friends will say good bye in a private reception.

Earl "Mac" McCartney died peacefully at home Jan. 27, 2008. Born Oct. 14, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA. Earl served honorably in the Korean War.

He later moved to Phoenix, AZ built a successful career as a photographer for the Arizona Republic. He made many good friends also met his wife Sue. He enjoyed helping people, gave freely of his time, talents money. Earl is survived by his wife Sue; his relatives in Pittsburgh; 2 stepsons 2 grandsons who will especially miss "Grandpa Per his request, no services are planned. THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC azcentral.com Place your obit in The Arizona Republic and remember your loved one azcentral.com.

For info. visit azcentral.com 444-8774. Adam Osband June 21, 1978 January 17, 2006 The day Adam was born everyone around him was smiling while he was crying. I He lived his life with courage, determination, and joy. Now he is smiling, while we are crying for our own loss of this brave and wonderful soul.

Not a day goes by, Adam, that we don't ache for your presence, not only now, but for the promise of what could have been. and Dad GEORGE A. STEINHILBER George A. Steinhilber, born July 16, 1930 to George A. Steinhilber, Sr.

and Lucille (Barthels) Steinhilber at Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Died at home on January 26, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beautiful wife Sandy; five children- Sara Cabirac (Gary), Tim Steinhilber (Diane), Lisa Andrews (John), Ted Steinhilber, Greg Steinhilber (Susan); stepdaughters Allison Lynch, Katie Lynch; ten grandchildren- Holden and Brenton Steinhilber, Lisa and Michelle Cabirac, J.R. and Emily Andrews, Alec, Eden, Chloe and Sara Steinhilber; and sister Jean DiOrio. He is preceded in death by his parents George and Lucille Steinhilber, stepmother Mollie (Hergert) Steinhilber and sister Kathryn Sickler.

George joined the U.S. Army in May of 1948 and served four years overseas. Upon his return he, attended Oshkosh State Teachers College (now the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh) before transferring to the University of Arizona in Tucson. He graduated from the University of Arizona in 1957 with a BS in Business Administration and Real Estate. George was a co-founder of Continental Bank of Arizona, holding the positions of Senior Real Estate Officer and Vice Chairman of the Board.

Continental Bank was acquired by Chase Manhattan Bank in 1987 and he stayed on as Vice Chairman of Chase Bank of Arizona until his departure in 1989. George started his career with Citizens Bank of Riverside as a staff real estate appraiser and then joined A.B. Robbs Trust Company in Phoenix as a Mortgage Loan Officer. He continued his career in the commercial mortgage banking industry up until his death, serving as Senior Vice President of CBRE Melody Company. Throughout his career he was very active in the Arizona business community.

He was past President of the Arizona Commercial Mortgage Bankers Association and Director of several institutions including Continental Bank, Chase Bank of Arizona and La Jolla Savings Bank. He was also a Board Member of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America for 14 years. George was a member and past President of Phoenix Country Club. George was an avid outdoorsman and will be dearly missed by his hunting and golfing buddies. He and Sandy treasured getaways to their summer cabin in Oak Creek Canyon and their beloved farm near George's hometown of Oshkosh.

Family and friends will cherish the memories of sharing his passion for the beautiful Wisconsin landscape at his home on Rush Lake. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 31st at All Saints' Episcopal Church, 6300 North Central Avenue in Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at 10001 N. 92nd Street, Suite 121, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 and Hospice of the Valley at 1510 E.

Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. 2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith." The words of Apostle Paul Suzan M. (Wagenfehr) Craig Greefkens Suzan of Mancos, Colorado, passed away in Montrose County Friday, January 25, 2008.

She was 44 years old. She was born December 29, 1963 in Flafstaff, Arizona to Robert and Cathy Wagenfehr of Flagstaff. Suzan had an extensive academic career attending schools in Albuquerque, NM, and Blue Ridge High School in Pinetop, AZ. She graduated from Northern Arizona University with degrees in Biology, Anthropology, and Education, but dance was always her passion. Suzan worked in many capacities throughout her life devoted to education and creative expression, bringing together people's need for dance, music, the outdoors, and community.

She worked vigorously to integrate many areas of education for children and the public, feeling that the most integral parts of ritual, history, and dance needed to be passed on to the world around her. She received awards for educational program development at the Anasazi Heritage Center Museum in Cortez, CO, educational websites at NAU, and for coordinating cultural and dance events in Flagstaff, AZ. She was a dedicated educator, river runner, outdoorswoman, and mother. Her vibrant passion to live fully in the world influenced all those around Her family and friends will remember her best for her spontaneity over potlucks, music, campouts, river running, and of course any opportunity to dance. She is survived by her son Kegan Azul Craig of Mancos, her husband John Greefkens of Mancos, step-daughter Sarah Greefkens, parents Robert and Cathy Wagenfehr of Glendale, AZ, brothers Tyler Von Wagenfehr and wife Lee of Pinetop, AZ.

Robert O. Wagenfehr Jr, and wife Raquel of Waddell, AZ, 3 nieces, and numerous friends and relatives. Kai Lynn Craig Kai, 18 of Mancos, CO also passed away in Montrose County Friday, January 25, 2008. Kai was born in Globe, Arizona on June 5, 1989. She attended schools in Flagstaff, AZ, and then moved to Dolores, CO where she attended Dolores Elementary and Middle schools.

She was due to graduate from Southwest Open School in Cortez, CO this coming May. Kai was well known for her creativity, which began early in life with dancing, drawing, and participating in 4-H. She continued her 4-H interests in high school with Future Farmers of America, and received awards for judging in horse confirmation. She also was active in dog training and showing through 4-H. Dancing, reading, and drawing were Kai's passions in life.

She had spent the last 4 years studing the art of anime' and creative writing. This January she received the Gold Key Award in the animation category of the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Contest for the State of Colorado and was about to enter her animation at the National Level in New York. She is survived by her brother, Kegan Azul Craig of Mancos, CO, her father Kevin Craig of Flagstaff, AZ, her grandparents Robert and Cathy Wagenfehr of Glendale, AZ, uncles Tyler Von Wagenfehr and wife Lee of Pinetop, AZ, Robert O. Wagenfehr and wife Raquel of Waddell, AZ, 3 cousins, step-father John Greefkens, step-sister Sarah Greefkens and numerous loving friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in their memories to the Suzan M.

Greefkens Memorial Fund at Dolores State Bank, Dolores, CO to assist with her son's educational fund. Dignity Memorial Services will be held on Friday, February 1, Dignity, at Ertel Funeral Home at 42 Market Cortez, CO..