In memoriam: Funeral notices, May 31, 2018

BASURTO, Eva F.

Our beautiful and beloved mother went to her heavenly home on May 24, 2018. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Daniel G. Basurto; and her children, Angela, Daniel and Michael and granddaughters, Abrianna and Jocelyn. Eva was so very loving, smart, funny, kind, and beautiful inside and out. She was our angel here on Earth, as we had the pleasure of knowing and loving her. She is now an angel in Heaven. We will miss her so much and we will carry her in our hearts forever. We are extremely grateful for the support provided by her brothers and sisters, family, friends, as well as the staff of the Hospice Family Care for their compassionate end of life care that was gently provided. Services will be on Friday, June 1, 2018. Public Viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN, 5401 S. Park Ave. Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave., followed by the Mass at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Services will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Reception to celebrate her life will immediately follow graveside services at FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN.

BLATTMAN, Sondra Paula

passed away after a long battle with Alzheimers disease on May 23, 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. Sondra was born in the Bronx, New York on April 4, 1935, to Nathan and Ada Steinschriber. Sondra attended grammar school at P.S. 73 and graduated from William Howard Taft High School in 1953. She then attended business school in Manhattan. As a young lady, Sondra was an avid Yankees fan and knew all of the players and their accomplishments. She was very interested in theatre, ballet, movies and travel. Sondra worked in business throughout her career and in the 18 years prior to retirement in finance at a Park Avenue money management firm. Sondra married Robert Blattman on February 14, 1982 in Manhattan. She and Bob moved to Tucson, Arizona in January of 1992, where they spent 26 years, until Sondra's death. Sondra enjoyed moving to Tucson because she was surrounded by the warmth of her family. Her time in Tucson were her golden years. It was then, that she was able to connect with new friends, family and her community through the Jewish Community Center, the Newcomers, and for many years, Sondra was active at the First Unitarian Church of Tucson. One of the highlights of her life were her two grandchildren, Gabriel Ezra Blattman True of New York City and Elisabeth Jeanne Opdyke of Oakland, CA. Sondra is survived by her husband, Robert and her two stepdaughters, Julia Blattman Baeder of Walnut Creek, CA and Emilie Jean Costello of Pittsfield, NH; her two grandchildren listed above; cousins, Bradley and Randy Perlow and a number of very important extended family members. Sondra has taken the long journey home and is at peace. Shalom.

BLOCK, Suzy, of Tucson passed May 24, 2018. Suzy was born in Canton, Il on August 28, 1940. Graduate of Peoria High School attended Monticello College and Bradley University. Daughter of Edmund N. Breed and Margaret T. Breed. Suzy is survived by her sister, Ellen Breed; sons, Chip (Peggy) Block of Denver and Toby (Kelly) Block of Scottsdale; grandchildren, Alec, Drew, Weston, Geoffrey, Andrea Block. Suzy lived in Tucson the last 14 years, preceded by Peoria, Il and Denver, CO. Suzy's passions included family, friends, travel, her church family, dogs and beloved Denver Broncos. A Memorial Service will be at the Oro Valley Church of Nazarene, Friday, June 8, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.

EASLEY, Rebecca Sloan

7/10/1928 - 5/29/2018

Rebecca Sloan Easley died peacefully under hospice care after a two year illness. She was the daughter of George and Margarette Sloan of Kokomo, IN. She is survived by her loving husband, George S. Easley, and three sons, Matthew (Sue), Brett (Susan) and Jonathan (Paula). She also leaves behind 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Rebecca taught middle school English and Remedial Reading for many years. She finished her career as an administrative assistant at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico. Her hobbies included singing in choral groups wherever she lived, including the University of Illinois at Champaign, the Bach Society of Minneapolis, the Los Alamos and Green Valley Choral Societies, and the University of Arizona Choral Society. She performed in a number of musicals and operas, including Fiddler on the Roof; The Magic Flute; My Fair Lady; Tales of Hoffman and Amahl and the Night Visitors. Two of Becky's proudest achievements were directing The Mikado in Los Alamos to packed houses, and singing a choral solo with the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra. There will be a Celebration of Life service for family later in June in Terre Haute, IN.

HAYES, Frederick Carl

born January 25, 1932 in Lock Haven, PA, and passed peacefully surrounded by family on May 26, 2018. Preceded in death by daughter, Marcella Ann. Fred is survived by his beautiful bride of 62 years, Bonnie Jean; his two sons, Frederick Jr. and Craig and daughter, Deborah. Fred's Legacy consists of four lovely granddaughters, Rebekah, Ashleigh, Gabrielle and Tiffany and two wonderful grandsons, Joshua and Alex. He is also survived by three terrific great-grandsons, Eric, Valentino and Colten. Fred enlisted in the Navy at 17 years of age and spent 3 ½ years in the service. After the service, Fred moved to Tucson and was a resident for over 60 years. He was employed with Mountain Bell Phone Company for almost 30 years. Always smart with a dollar, he was able to retire in his mid-fifties. A devoted husband and amazing father, Fred always put his family first. From Cub Scout Leader, PTA Parent, Little League Baseball and Softball coach, to Lifeguard during the summers at his backyard swimming pool. He enjoyed living a simple life with barbeques, listening to his music and spending time with friends and family. He loved his Pittsburgh Steelers, riding his 3-wheeler bicycle, the AZ Diamondbacks and his dogs. He lived his life honestly, with compassion, a wonderful sense of humor and with faith and love. We will miss his engaging smile, beautiful blue eyes and his sweet, strong and loving ways. In lieu of flowers, we ask that a donation be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Services will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at East Lawn Cemetery. A Celebration of Fred will follow at VFW Post at 11:00 a.m. at 5320 E. Bellevue St, 85712. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.

RAMIREZ, Rudy T.

It's been seven years since you left us to be with Our Lord, we miss you so much day and night. Your wife, Alice; sons and daughters

RHOADES, Robert L. (Choppy)

8/17/1921 - 5/20/2018

Choppy was born August 17, 1921 to Henry and Edna (Paris) Rhoades in Eaton, CO. He was the youngest of 12 children, four boys and eight girls. He graduated from Eaton High School in 1940 and worked several different jobs around town before entering the Navy a few months after Pearl Harbor. He served aboard five different cargo ships while manning guns for the Navy Armed Guard in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters of Operation. He was discharged in October 1946 in California and returned to Eaton to join his wife and son. He was a member of the American Legion Post #26 in Eaton serving one year as Commander. Upon moving to Tucson, he became a member of American Legion Post #36. He married Geraldine E. Baum on November 2, 1943 in Cheyenne, WY while on leave and they welcomed a son in August 1944 and a daughter in November 1947. They lived in Eaton until 1992 when they moved to Tucson, AZ to avoid the snow. Choppy and Gerry enjoyed a summer home in Red Feather Lakes, CO for 20 years before the trip between CO and AZ became too much and they became full-time Tucson residents in 1996. Gerry passed away in 2010. Choppy worked for Mountain Bell/US West in Eaton, Greeley, and Ft. Collins, CO areas for 34 years before retiring in 1981. He is survived by his son, David of Green Valley, AZ and daughter, Susan (Richard) Perotti of Tucson; five grandchildren, Beth Rhoades of Tucson, Jeff (Kim) Rhoades of Prunedale, CA, Alexa DuBois Core of Salt Lake City, UT, Joshua (Jocie) Perotti of Fruita, CO and Lyndsey (Jay) Hromatka, Hiilsboro, OR; seven great-grandchildren, Sophie and Elsie DuBois, Dixie Core; Rome, Capri and Torino Perotti and Ellis Hromatka. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents and his siblings along with a daughter-in-law, Catherine Rhoades. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson. Cremation and a private inurnment will be held at a later time. Memorials may be made to Honor Flight of Southern AZ or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTHLAWN.

SCHOCK, Earlene Lerch

91, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2018 after a long and wonderful life filled with family and friends. She was born in Reading, PA, the 10th of 12 siblings. She moved to Tucson in 1962 with her husband, Leonard. They lovingly raised their family here and made many friends. Earlene had a 20 year career with Mountain Bell. When you were with her she always made you feel like you were her favorite. She is survived by her son, Robert (Carla) and grandchildren, Courtney (Carlos), Mallory and Jordan. Her daughter, Jo Ann (Allan); grandson, Riley (Janeil) and great-granddaughter, Olivia Ann. Earlene is survived by one sister, Janice Borrell. She was finally reunited with the love of her life, Leonard, who preceded her in death 14 years ago. Her children witnessed one of the great love affairs of all time that showed us what a great marriage looks like, how to be a parent and how to be a friend. We all should be so lucky! Our heartfelt thanks to Casa de la Luz and the caregivers from Bayada and The Crossroads. Services are at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 1431 W. Magee Rd., Tucson, AZ 85704 at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 4, 2018. Gifts may be made to the Music Ministries at St. Mark's in her memory. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.