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ARIZONA DAILY STAR Sunday, September 2, 2001 FUNERAL NOTICES Ima MOLLY BAKER Ruth Mary Baker August 16, 1926 to August 18, 2001. Molly's life was a success and her end peaceful. She felt God's love and strived to live by His word. She valued education and living right. She received her B.A.

from Queensland University and her M.A. in English from Cal State at Domingues Hills. She taught at Sabino High School for 14 years. She fondly remembered her dad who valued education even for girls at a time when that was not the norm. Molly has established a scholarship in her father's names, Samuel Heaslop McSporran, at Glennie School (http://www.glennie.qld.edu.au).

In lieu of flowers, contributions to this scholarship may be made to Bank of America Account A memorial will be held September 22, at 10:00 a.m., at Community Church of the Foothills, 480 East Ina Road, followed by a reception. Nina Blanton 91, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away August 10, 2001. Nina was one of six children, raised in Carthage, Texas. After attending the University of Texas at El Paso, she moved to Tucson where she resided over 65 years. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Henry C.

Porter and Tony A. Blanton; stepdaughter, Bev Rockliffe. She is survived by her children, Jamie (George) Matanovich, Ken (Judy) Porter and Pam (Richard) Eldred; stepdaughter, Charlene Jacks. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 13 greatgrandchildren. Nina will be remembered by those who loved and respected her for her generous spirit and many kind acts towards others.

A family memorial service was held at St. Phillips in the Hills Episcopal Church in Tucson, on Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. The family request that memorials be sent to: The University of Arizona Sarver Heart Center, Office of Development, P.O. Box 245046, Tucson, AZ 85724-5046 or to your favorite charity. Mary Louise (Brena) Davies 78, resident of Sierra Vista for the past 40 years passed away on August 27, 2001 at home after fighting bravely 1 from a long serious illness.

She was born in Tucson, AZ July 11, 1923 and attended Tucson High School. She was a member of a Tucson Pioneer family. Mary worked for the Fab's department store, Handy Andy hardware store and Gigi's women's apparel. She was a life member of VFW 9972 Auxiliary and a member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 52, all located in Sierra Vista. For many years, Mary had been involved in volunteer work for veteran's causes, the elderly and young struggling military families.

Her hobbies included knitting, crocheting, and various crafts, sewing and especially gardening. Those of us not gifted with her green thumb often too plants to her "Plant hospital." Mary's true love was her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Anthony Nelson Davies who passed away August 14, 2001. She is survived by her daughters, Carol (John) Brooks of Tucson; Joanne (Dean) Lawrence of Sierra Vista, Toni L. Davies of Sierra Vista, Marie (Jeff) Smith of Ft.

Shafter, Hawaii; and her son, Michael A. Davies of Tucson; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Olga Ganz of Tucson. Arrangements were made by Hatfield's Funeral Home, and interment will be at the Fort Huachuca Military Cemetery. No services are planned. GASTELUM, Thomas M.

81, of Sahuarita, Arizona, passed away August 28, 2001. Preceded in death by sons, Tommy and Danny; daughters, Delia and Katie. Survived by wife, Esperanza Gastelum; daughter, Hope (Joel) Gutierrez, Anita (Narciso) Villareal and Cathy (Vince) Bencomo; son, Cordell Gastelum; sisters, Lupe Ruiz and Socorro (Jose) Martinez; brother, John (Elsa) Gastelum. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 04, 2001 from 6:00 p.m.

to 9:00 p.m. at San Martin De Porres in Sahuarita, Arizona, with a rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Wednesday, September 05, 2001, 9:00 a.m. also at San Martin De Porres. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.

Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY. A LOS DE TUCSON PROMESA DE LA COMUNIDAD Me preocupa el futuro de los de Tucson la Promesa de la Communidad 2001-2001. Prometo: Educarme sobre los temas de que afectan a nuestro a la comunidad Ponerme en contacto con la escuela de mi preferencia par ver como mi talento pueden ser Dar cuando menos 20 horas de tiempo para actividades relacionadas a la durante este escolar Motivar a mi de trabajo para involucrarse mantenerse envolucrados en los esfuerzos de mejoramiento de Motivar a mi grupo profesional iglesia para Elizabeth (Betty) Lorraine Forney Passed away August 1, 2001 at home in Tucson. She was born on June 29, 1928 in Trinidad, Colorado. She grew up in Canon City, Colorado.

She married Donald E. Forney in 1946 and they raised two sons, Bruce (of Tucson) and Douglas (of Steamboat Springs, Colorado) in Fort Collins, Colorado. She moved here in 1980 and deeply loved the Sonoran Desert and Tucson. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Mermitage No Kill Cat Shelter, 520.571.7839. A memorial in her honor will be held September 9, at 6:00 PM, at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N.

Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712. Inquiries to http//wWW.Bprintz1@yahoo.com. EARL R. JOHNSON JR. Earl 71, passed away on August 30, 2001 from colon cancer.

Best known to relatives and friends as "Ray Ray was preceded in death by his parents Bertha Gwen Riedinger and Earl R. Johnson plus his infant son, Dale Morel Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Morella (Mory) of years, four children, Virginia (Bill) HosfordEaston, PA, Jeffrey (Wendy) JohnsonVail, AZ, Robin (Jeff) Heath- Yorba Linda, CA, and Earl R. (Karen) Johnson IlI-Glendale, AZ, 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Ray arrived in Tucson in July 1963 with the 4080th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing and the U2 aircraft from the Laughlin Air Force Base at Del Rio, TX.

During his Air Force career, he was stationed at various bases in the USA, England, Panama, Korea, and Viet Nam. In November 1970 he retired from the USAF as a SMSgt with 24 years. After his military retirement, he worked as Parts Manager at the German Car Dealership on 22nd St, the Porsche Dealership on Speedway, The VW and Porsche Dealership in Thousand Oaks, Ca, the Beaudry RV Store on 22nd St. The Factory (an independent Porsche repair shop) on Winsett, and managed both parts and service at Nippon Motors on 1st street, retiring in December 1992. Ray was a member of the American Legion Post and a lifetime member of VFW Post No services will be held.

Donations may be made to your favorite charity in Ray's name. Ray's family wishes to express their thanks to Drs. Balserak, Harmon, Hill, Manning, and Sidi, for their medical expertise and their compassion. Also to nurses Diane Gonzales and Carol Maple. want to thank all those that showed compassion for us in this time of need.

My personal thanks go to our son Jeff, who spent many hours helping us, our grandson Chris, Wendy, and Nicole Link, our neighbors, Tark, Tammy and Perry, our good friend JJ, who jumped at my beckon call to help, Ruth Janik for being there to help me in many ways, Martha Kinney for her concern over both of us, Bill and Rieta Rugar, plus George Farough and JJ Hrabick for visiting with us, both in person, and on the phone. Last but not least, our daughters, Robin Heath and Virginia Hosford, and our son Earl R. Johnson IlI, all of whom live out of town and state, for their many phone calls; Robin for her surprise weekend visits and Earl Family for their Sunday visit. Plus the many e-mails letters from family and friends from around this wonderful country. This is something I will cherish for a long, long, time.

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Morella Johnson KARAS, George, 86, of Tucson, passed away August 31, 2001. He is survived by his daughter, Penny Karas; and good friend and caretaker, Jenny (Demetrios) Stratigouleas; and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of many years, Rose. Trisagion Services will be held Monday evening at 7:00 p.m.

at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. Funeral Service will be offered Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1145 E.

Ft. Lowell with interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Donations may be made to Philoptochos of St. Demetrios. Arrangements by VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.

MILLER, Sylvester (Mel), age 69, of Tucson, died Monday, August 27, 2001. Preceded in death by his parents, Loretta and Adam Miller of Landeck, OH. He was owner of the Hungry Fox Restaurant. Survived by loving wife, Zeta Marlene; daughters, Sandra (Kenny) Castiglione, Vickie (Greg) Trucks, Debbie (Phil) Schultz, Dixie (Chris) Olson, Josie Deubert; sons, Mark (Mary Beth) Grimes, Don Grimes; grandchildren, Vince, Kyle, Danny, Jamie, Christopher, Scott, Jayson, Amanda, Jessica, Brandon, Andrew, Julia, Steven and Luke; sisters, Luella, Mary, Ann (Eugene), Alice; and brothers, Alfonse, John (Della), Paul (Lois). His laughter and love touched us all.

Friends may call at MOUNTAIN SHADOWS FUNERAL HOME, 5225 E. Speedway from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 4, 2001. Private cremation will follow at a later date. Funeral arrangements under the direction of MOUNTAIN SHADOWS FUNERAL HOME, 5225 E. Speedway.

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Esta no compartida para de ventas. por hacer la promesa del Arizona Daily Star KVOA Por favor unos minutos para decirnos como planeas hacer tu promesa como podemos ayudarte. FUNERAL NOTICE John Carmine Petti Passed away on August 28, 2001 after a year battle with multiple myeloma. Born and raised in Newark, NJ and later Springfield, NJ. John graduated from Jonathan Dayton Regional High School, and received a B.S.

from Rutgers University and an M.S. in Zoology from the University of Arizona where he met his wife, Mary. They moved to Spokane, Washington in 1968 where they were married and John taught comparative anatomy and parasitology at Gonzaga University. In 1970 John and Mary traveled the country in a small trailer staying at Bar Harbor, Maine; Winfield, Alabama; The Everglades and Key West, Florida; Big Bend National Park in Texas and finally returning to their beloved home, Tucson, Arizona. John taught Biology for 20 years at Sunnyside Junior High School and Sunnyside High School before retiring in 1993.

He was an active member of the Southern Arizona Hiking Club and an enthusiastic member of the Tucson Jazz Society. John adored his two children and particularly loved reading to them, taking them on treasure hunts and hikes in the mountains, and going on fantastic, fun-filled family vacations. John loved: bird-watching, hiking in the Catalina Mountains, listening to music, reading good books, going to the library, good movies, collecting knives, art of all kinds, poetry, and playing with his three dogs (Princess Makeeba, Coolidge 69, and Sonora LIVSSSSCSRM). John was witty and humorous. He kept us all laughing through the years.

He could make a joke out of nothing. John became an expert in the life cycle of the Arizona Tinkleberry found on Picacho Peak and the social structure of the Ula Bamula Tribe that live on the back-side of the Rincon Mountains. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Petti; his maternal grandparents, John and Mary Drazek; and his paternal grandparents, Carmine and Mary Petti. John is survived by his Mary; daughter, Marci; son, Jonathan; and all the wonderful family and friends whose lives he tried to fill with laughter and love. "I must go down to the seas again to the vagrant gypsy life, To the gull's way and the whale's way where the wind's like a whetted knife; And all ask is a merry yarn from a laughing -rover, And quiet sleep and a sweet dream when the long trick's over." John Masefield In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in the name of John Carmine Petti to the Tucson Pima Public Library for the purchase of new books at the Columbus Branch.

Check may be sent to: Tucson Pima Public Library, Attn: Gift Donations, P.O. Box 27470, Tucson, AZ 85726. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Tatina Kusisto Seeioff Tatina Kusisto Seeioff (nee Prokuda) "Tad" 85, passed away August 28, 2001.

Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on February 27, 1916 to Peter and Agnes Prokuda. Tatina Is survived by her sister, Anne Nelson of East Pointe, Mi; brother, Paul Prokuda of Payson, AZ; other survivors include her 12 nieces and nephews and 25 great-nieces and great-nephews. Tatina moved from Michigan to Arizona In 1965. Her years in Arizona included time in Hereford, Green Valley and Tucson. Tatina was a literacy tutor for many years.

By Tatina's request there will be no services. Tatina's numerous friends and relatives will remember her fondly. Donations in her memory may be made to Literacy Volunteers of Tucson. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.

Magee). Nombre: Ciudad: postal: E-mail: planeas involucrarte mantenerte involucrado en la de un este alguna sugerencia que pueda ayudar a otros voluntarios en la comunidad? Que tipos de notas acerca de la te interesan? alguna sugerencia en especial para una nota sobre la edu- Lucy Moreno Vitale 81, of Tucson, AZ, born August 19, 1920, passed away August 30, 2001. Survived by husband, Alfred Vitale; daughter, Norma (Arturo) Ortega; sisters, Edilia M. Flores, Terry Moreno and Mary Trujillo; brothers, Manuel Mike and Tony A. Moreno; grandchildren, Armando (Norma), Art, Michael (Kim) and Mark (Lucie) Ortega; 10 great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 4, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone with a rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Wednesday, September 5, 2001, 10:00 a.m.

at Santa Cruz Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Loving mother and grandmother, you will be greatly missed and always remembered in our hearts and minds. We love you. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

Wayne H. Williams August 5, 1912 August 27, 2001 Wayne was born to Charles and Lydia Williams in Hoxie, Kansas. Preceded in death by sister, Ruth; brothers, Harold, Raymond, Thomas, and Charles. A sister, Margaret (Staley) Pitts resides in California. The greatest love of his life was his family.

Surviving is his beloved wife, Helen (Hoeferle) of 62 years; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Carl Strait; granddaughters, Cynthia (Donald) Seymour, Lisa (Michael) Nelson; six great-grandchildren, Kurt and Karla Seymour, Joshua, Shaun, Kevin and Eric Nelson. He was very proud to have served our country as Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy for 30 years. Beginning his service career in Long Beach, California, 1935; and serving in WWII. A true inspiration to family and fellow military personnel.

This very special man will be missed tremendously by his loving family. His memory will remain in our hearts forever. We were blessed to have had him for 89 years. No services are planned at this time. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Tyler D. Terry Our beloved father joined our mother in heaven on August 29, 2001. Born May 19, 1920, Tyler moved to Tucson in 1928. He served in the Army during World War Il. He married his beloved Susan in 1958.

He is survived by daughters, Cindy (Fausto) Romero and Teresa (Caitlin); sons, Steven, Matt, Paul, Jim (Dana), and Daryl (Kellie); grandchildren, Charlotte, Pete, Kathy, Sherri, Steve Jessica, Matt Chris, Timothy, April, Paul Nicole, Keith, Ainsley and Devon; and six greatgrandchildren. Mass will be said at St. Augustine's on Tuesday, September 4 at 9:00 a.m., followed by a service with honor guard at Holy Hope Cemetery. Tyler was our dearly loved father and grandfather and we miss him. VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 327-6341.

EDUCATION Pledge idea makes its way to new school Continued from Page B1 was the first site in Arizona to host a U.S. president when President William McKinley visited a gold mine there in 1901. The town whose population of 2,500 doubles with winter visitors now relies on nearby dairy and herb farming and ranching. "It's just so great to have our own school here and the feeling of community it brings," Lason said. "We want to capture that not only for the students, but for the parents." Lason, who is president of the school's fledgling PTA, plans to include the pledge in a packet of information the group is compiling for parents.

"We're in the process of doing a couple fund -raisers for this school, and we're going to try to talk individually with parents and other people to let them know exactly what volunteering and parental support means to the students and the changes it can make in a school," Lason said. The school is a new gathering place for Congress although it competes in popularity with the just-opened post office. "This is a source of pride for the whole community; it's not just a school that hides kids indoors for a few hours every day," she said. Principal Toni Wayas supports Lason's efforts to get parents and the community involved, and the idea of the pledge. "Just getting parents to think about their commitment and that they're partners with schools, to me that was an exciting concept," Wayas said.

"When you make a pledge you have made a commitment at a greater level," she Continued on next page THOMAS E. KUBISH 52, of Tucson, died suddenly at home on Thursday, August 30, 2001. Tom was born in Springfield, Illinois, a temporary but unforgettable gift to this world and everyone he touched. Receiving several athletic scholarships, Tom attended Marquette University and then Western Illinois University playing both basketball and football. After a brief first marriage, which gave him a daughter who he adored, Thomas met the most beautiful woman who had ever walked the earth and her daughter and immediately found the family he had always wanted.

Together; Tom, Kathe and Jan moved to Tucson where Kathe was studying archaeology at the University of Arizona. Finding Tucson to be heaven on earth the family settled and Kathe gave birth to their son, Philip. Tom and Kathe were married in 1984 at Fountain of Life Lutheran Church and continued the adventure we call life happier than either had ever been. Tom valued family above everything, but his family was not restricted by blood or marriage. He was the ear when anyone had problems.

He was the anchor when the world was floating away. He was the light that called everyone home. He is our husband, father, teacher, coach, leader, and our strength, but most importantly he is our best friend. Never was a man so generous with his heart, with his time or with his love. What he has given us we will never forget because it is who we are, and why we are.

He is survived by his wife, Kathe; daughters, Jan and Krysti; son, Philip; sister, Kathie; mother, Dorothy; and grandchildren, Jonathan, Natalie, Addison, Valerie, and Hannah. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at the Hudgel's Swan Funeral Home, 1335 South Swan Rd. Viewing for family and friends will be from to Services will be held at 12 noon. MAZURKIEWICZ, Lorraine, 83, of Stanton, CA went home to Jesus on August 20, 2001. She was born in Lawton, OK on April 11, 1918 and lived in Tucson for over 26 years before moving to Stanton in 1998.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Paula Alonzo. Lorraine is survived by husband, Leonard; daughter, Cindy (John) Campion of Stanton, CA; son, Fred (DeAnn) Alonzo of Tucson; sister, Riceine (Clarence) Haley of San Diego, CA; brothers, Earl (Barbara) Hudson of Denver, CO and James (Barbara) Hudson of Amarillo, TX; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Lorraine will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. A family memorial will be held in Tucson at a later date. McFALL, Lt.

Col. Dana F. III, USAR died August 23, 2001 in Mesa, AZ. Born July 19, 1946 in Minden, LA. Survived by his loving wife, Margaret; sons, Dana F.

IV (Sarah), Daniel mother, Dorothy McFall of Tucson, AZ; brothers, Craig (Kristine) of Omaha, NE; Kirk of Yorktown, VA; nephews, Jeffrey McFall, Brandon McFall; and niece, Kelly McFall. His father, Dana F. McFall, Jr. preceded him in death. He graduated from Fairborn, Ohio High School in 1964.

He attended Otterbein College until joining the army in 1966. He served in the enlisted ranks until receiving his commission in 1968, and went on to serve his country for over 24 years. During his career he served in Vietnam, Germany and Korea, during which he was awarded the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. After retiring from service in 1991, he went to work at Sound Packaging in Chandler as their Shipping Manager. Memorial Service with military honors will be on Thursday, September 6 at 2:00 p.m.

The service will be held at Lakeshore Mortuary, 1815 S. Dobson Rd. in Mesa, AZ with Dr. Dale Hansen officiating. Inurnment will be held Friday, September 7 at 2:00 p.m.

in Tucson, AZ at the East Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Arizona Cancer 1515 Campbell P.O. Box 245013, Tucson, AZ, 85724. MOORE, Wilma Ellen Egbert, born in 1930 in East Gary, Indiana, entered into rest on August 25, 2001. The youngest of four children, Wilma is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert; her sons, Kevin (Sandy), Kerry (Norma) and Brian (Jane); her daughter, Eliza LindaEllen (Robert); by 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Having lived in Tucson since 1970, all of her family and many friends are challenged to continue her loving practice of generosity and caring into their own wide circles of family and friends. Memorial Services will be held at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 1431 Magee Road on Wednesday, September 5 at 10:00 a.m. THORNTON, Rosalie 86, of Tucson, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2001. She is survived by her children, Kathy (Steve) Hardin, Ann T.

Spahn, Victor (Lois) Thornton, Don (Diane) Thornton; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Victor C. Thornton, and one grandson, Barry. Mrs. Thornton was born in 1915 in Denver, CO.

She moved to Tucson in 1932 to attend the University of Arizona, where she graduated with honors in 1936. She was a member of the Mortar Board and voted of A Woman Graduate of the Year. She married fellow of A student Victor C. Thornton in Tucson in 1936. At the time, Mr.

Thornton was sports editor of the Daily Star. He later served as managing editor of the Star and city editor of the Phoenix Gazette. Mrs. Thornton was actively involved in community service in Tucson in the 1940's and 1950's, serving as president of the Tucson Girl Scouts and volunteer Chair of the Community Way of Tucson. She also served several times as president of various PTAs at her children's public schools and was the first woman vestry member of Grace Episcopal Church.

She moved to Phoenix in 1966, returning to Tucson in 1993. She was an avid golfer and served as a volunteer at the Phoenix Open. Memorial service will be held at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. at Speedway, on Sunday, September 2, 2001 at 2:00 p.m.

Donations may be made to TMC Hospice. IN MEMORIAM JULIO GRIJALVA September 19, 1940-September 2, 2000 It never does get better, Just different it seems The days they seem so empty, The nights are filled with dreams. time it passes quickly, The hurt it never ends, Our broken heart is aching, with say it mends. We Love You! Alice, Carrillos, Family and Friends Emma M. Madrid May 26, 1921-September 2, 2000 If roses grow in heaven Lord, pick a pretty bunch.

Please place them in Emma's arms and tell her they're from us. Tell her how we love her, and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for awhile. Remembering her is so easy, we do it everyday, but there's an ache within our hearts that will never go away. Your Baby, Lisa, Rose and Mandi.