In memoriam: Funeral notices, July 26, 2020

AGUILAR, Olga Carol

1935-2020

Olga "Curly" Aguilar, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. Reunited with her beloved husband of 53 years, Jesus "Chapo" Aguilar; son, baby Rudy; parents Cristobal and Sarah Quezada; sister, Alyce Moyza; brother, Chris Quezada. She is survived by her three children, Julie Machen (Bob), Lenny (Nadene), Cecelia Aguilar Ortiz (Daniel); grandchildren, Stephen Padilla (Esperanza), Trisha, Kiki, Haley, Justin, and Maggie; great- grandchildren Alicia, Isabella, and Lillian Scarlett.A second-generation Tucsonan, Olga attended All Saints Elementary School. In the second graduating class of Salpointe Catholic High School, she went on to become a beautician, running her own beauty shop for 10 years. For over 30 years she worked as a teacher's aide at CE Rose then Carrillo Elementary. 4-H leader, Little League mom, dance mom, carpooling kids across town and chaperoning endless activities for her kids and grandkids. Mrs. A was mom to all.Olga's network of friends and family ran wide and deep. From the early Latin Social Club, the League of Mexican American Women, St. John's Parish and School, you could always find her setting up booths, cooking and serving delicious food, decorating a dance hall, or chairing a fundraising event. A life-long Republican, she was a proud member of the Tucson Republican Women.She was strong and spirited with a deep faith and unyielding love for her family. Mom, nana, tia, sister, friend ~ may your love and example live on through us.Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private funeral Mass and Burial will take place on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Please join us virtually by streaming the service through the Facebook page of Funeraria del Angel South Lawn https://www.facebook.com/FunerariaDelAngelSouthLawn/videos/?ref=page_internal Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN.

BELL, Gale Stanley

96, of Tucson, Arizona died on July 18, 2020. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 47 years, Mari Lou Bailey Bell, and his second wife of 25 years, Joann Tate Bell. He is survived by his sons, Tedd, Jeffrey, Matt, and Scott; 24 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. He was a biology teacher, school administrator and renown track and cross-country coach at Tucson and Catalina High schools. He will be missed by many. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at the Binghampton Family Park, 3761 E. Kleindale, Tucson, Az. 85716 Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

CHICOINE, Robert

was born in Massachusetts on the 16th of January 1947, to Raoul and Marcella (McCasland) Chicoine. He attended primary school at St. Joan of Arc in Aldenville and graduated from St. Jerome High School in Holyoke in 1963. He joined the Navy in 1965 and served for four years, including a one-year tour of duty in Vietnam as a corpsman assigned to a Marine Corps unit (National Defense Service Medal; Presidential Unit Citation; Vietnam Service Medal with bronze star; Fleet Marine Combat Operations Insignia; Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device). After Vietnam, he earned a degree in History from UMass Amherst. He became a United States Deputy Marshal in 1975 and served for over 20 years. He married in Tucson, Arizona, in 1982, and raised two children, Jennifer and Michael Cooper. After retiring, he returned to Massachusetts to care for his father, and later moved to New Hampshire. He died of cancer on the 27th of June 2020, at age 73. He was predeceased by his mother and father, his nephew, Andrew Watterlond, his brother-in-law, Robert Watterlond, and his nephew-in-law, Ferdinand Mori. He is survived by his sister, Marie Watterlond; his step-children, his nephew, Jeffrey (Marcia) Watterlond, his niece-in-law, Marian Watterlond, his nieces, Jennifer (Daniel) Hoelscher, Deborah (David) Pando, Caitlin Mori, Meighan (Eric) Deki, and Courtney (Scott) Leming, 14 great-nieces and nephews and their 11 children, and his best friend Louis (Mary) Masse. Robert was well-loved as a brother, father, uncle, and friend, and he will be greatly missed by those who knew him. Remembrances can be sent to Michael Cooper at PO Box 1003, Tempe, Arizona 85280. In lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation to a charity that supports cancer research or assistance for veterans. Arrangements by LEGACY FUNERAL HOME.

DOWELL , John D.

93, passed away at his home with his loving wife of 22 years, Helen, by his side in Tucson, AZ on July 16, 2020. He is survived by his children; Mike and his wife Marta, Greg, Steve, Patty and Stacie and her husband John. John was the proud grandfather of Josh, Kaeli, Kody, Melissa, Kurin, Brittney, Nathan, Jared, and Alex. John was also blessed to have three great-grandchildren; Makala, Benjamin, and Juniper. An avid reader and fan of Louis L'Amour as well as all western novels and John Wayne and Clint Eastwood movies. John was well known for his whistling. All of his friends and family would agree that whistling was his trademark. Due to the Corona Virus, no services will be held. Arrangements by BRING' BROADWAY CHAPEL.

FITZPATRICK, Katherine

Katherine (Kay) Fitzpatrick left this life on July 5, 2020, at the age of 97. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Beulah Dryer, her sister, Sylvia (William) Burkhart, and husband, Robert (Bob) Fitzpatrick. She is survived by her daughters, Shari (Karl) Ronstadt, Shannon Fitzpatrick and grandson, Collin Napper, as well as many nieces and nephews. Kay was born on October 12, 1922, in Cato, New York, and grew up in Rochester, N.Y. where she earned her Bachelor's Degree from the Eastman School of Music, later earning her Master's Degree from the University of Houston. She was trained and performed at La Scala Opera in Milan, Italy. She played leading roles in opera in the U.S. and Europe, including performances with the West German State Opera, the Philadelphia La Scala and the Houston Grand Opera. Kay first met Bob in New York City where he was working in Public Relations on Wall Street and she was performing Operetta and Musical Comedy on Broadway. Years later, Bob was stationed with the US Army in France, Kay was performing with the Opera in Germany, and they married in Paris. Returning from their honeymoon in Switzerland, they moved back to New York City, where their daughter Shari was born. Once their daughter was born, Bob and Kay decided to leave the city.

In 1959, Bob's career in Public Relations shifted into the area of Energy, first taking them to Shreveport, Louisiana, and then Houston, Texas. Kay's career continued to flourish, performing with the Shreveport Opera Company and then the Houston Opera. It was in Houston that their daughter Shannon was born. While the children were raised in Houston, Kay taught Music first at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, Texas, and then the University of St. Thomas in Houston. Passionate about animals, she always kept an eye out for strays and the house seemed to be a place where dogs, cats and/or injured wildlife always had a temporary home until their owners, adoptive parents or the proper care center could be located. She passed this love of animals on to both her daughters, who, along with her grandson, continue this work. During the energy crisis in the mid 1970's, Bob was appointed to a position with the Department of Energy in Washington, DC., and the family relocated to Alexandria, Virginia. At the conclusion of his appointment, Bob continued his PR work for nuclear energy in the private sector and the family moved to Michigan. In 1978, while Bob was working with "Consumer's Power" in Jackson, Michigan, Kay became interested in Hospice. She knew of "Hillhaven House" in Tucson, the nation's first "Free Standing" comprehensive Hospice. She came to Tucson to learn, and, while volunteering at "Hillhaven" with her little dog, "Charlie Brown", she took related courses at the University of Arizona. Upon her return to Jackson, she was a leader in founding Hospice of Jackson, Michigan, and later held the position of Executive Director. When Bob retired, they settled in Tucson where they were surrounded by our inspiring mountains. As well as her music, Kay was incredibly artistic, sketching and painting as a child, she took it up again at the age of 89, continuing well into her 90's. She was an accomplished artist in the truest sense of the word and never lost her curiosity about the world and beyond.

Kay was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. Her family wishes to express their deepest appreciation for the exceptional care she received during her time at Desert Dreams Adult Care Home and to TMC Hospice for all their help. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Katherine's name to the Humane Society of Tucson. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

In Memoriam

HALL, Jack N.

June 29, 1937 - July 30, 2017

God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not to be

So he wrapped his arms around you and said come with me

Through tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away

And although we loved you dearly we could not make you stay

A golden heart stopped beating hard working, hard to rest

God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best

Sadly missed by family, Clara, Thom (Susan), Joe (Laura), Julie (Rick), Jay (Narinder), Nicole, Tyler, Alyssa (Nathan), Richard, Michelle, Lisa, Devin, John, Jackson, Jemma, Joanna and baby girl due in September.

LONG, Jamie Jenks

With great sadness Jamie lost her courageous battle and passed away peacefully on July 10, 2020, while surrounded by many of her loved ones. Knowing for the past year that her time with us was to be short could not prepare us for the emptiness we face without her. Jamie was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona. Her dynamic personality, bright smile and quick wit left an impression on everyone she met. Because of her deep concern and giving nature she was blessed with many friends. Of late her increasing medical issues impacted her social life, however as one dear friend wrote "Jamie faced her health challenges with grace, humor and humility. She didn't want pity or attention, but rather showed deep concern for others." Jamie is preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Bert and Elois Feldman (Chicago, IL and Tucson, AZ). She is survived by as she said, "her greatest achievement," her daughter, Maddie Long. Also survived by her loving parents, Mark and Janis Jenks; brother, Cory (Cassie) Jenks; grandparents, Harry and June Jenks (Boonville, NY) and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was devoted to her nephew, Jacob; and had recently met her newest nephew, Henry. She is also survived by her loving life partner, Jason Ryan and his parents, Debi and Ken Ryan. A celebration of Jamie's life will be held at a later time when family and friends can safely gather and hug. Donations can be made to the Diabetes or Heart and Lung Association. Arrangements by Bueler Funeral Home.

LUSK, James Delano Jr. JD

Of Tucson passed away July 4, 2020 after a short illness at the age of 61. He was born on June 24, 1959, in Tucson Arizona. He is preceded in death by his father James D Lusk; grandparents, Noah and Edith Lusk.

He is survived by his mother, Patricia Lusk; sisters, Carol Lusk, Toni Lusk, and Karen Welch; brother, Jeffrey Lusk of Iowa. His nieces, Krystal Cervantes; Sherri Watkins; Kimberly Davis; Lyssa Lusk; nephews, Ricky Welch; Robert Crawford; Jimmy Lusk; along with aunts, cousins, and many friends. JD loved his family and he loved his many friends. He loved spending time in Indianapolis, Indiana. May you rest in peace, JD. You will be deeply missed.

Psalms 145: 8-9. The Lord is gracious and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all. He has compassion on all he has made. Arrangements by OASIS MORTUARY.

MASTRIANO, Helen Alberta

On July 20, 2020 I lost my wife, the mother of my children, my sparring partner, and my best friend. Helen Alberta was the first born to Dollie (nee Smith), and Willie Baccus Williams, of Erwin, TN. Born on April 12, 1931, and died peacefully at home, with her children at her bed side. She is survived by her loving husband Matthew, children, son, Howard (Liz Martin); daughters, Sharon Battaglini, Patricia Villamana (Robert) and Lori Witzens (Kent), of Sierra Vista, AZ. and three siblings Lois Smith, Wanda Radford, and Luther Williams, in Tennessee. Helen was employed by the Arizona Department of Economic Security from 1962 till April 21, 2008. She was well liked by her co-workers, as well as her subordinates; when she rose through the ranks, to become supervisor of an intake section. Helen, along with her partner, were Esquire Dance Roller-Skating Champions of Arizona from 1971, till 1975. Not only did she enjoy skating, she was also a fantastic Ballroom dancer. If there is a place in heaven where angels dance, Helen will teach them to roller skate. Helen was a beautiful and loving lady, the epitome of southern charm and will be missed by many. Services will be held at East Lawn Palms Mortuary & Cemetery, Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Visitation at 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service beginning at 11:30 a.m. followed with burial at 12:00 p.m. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY & CEMETERY.

ROTSTEIN, Arthur H.

a longtime journalist who was passionate about the pursuit of truth and freedom of the press, died July 20, 2020 of COVID-19. He was 74. Art was a Chicago native who earned his undergraduate degree in journalism at the University of Missouri and his master's in journalism at Northwestern University. He worked for the Associated Press in Chicago for 35 years, most of the time serving as its Tucson correspondent until he retired in 2010. He was especially proud of his extensive coverage of the UA transplant and artificial heart program headed by Dr. Jack Copeland. Later, Art became Dr. Copeland's patient, undergoing two open-heart surgeries. Art was inexorably tied to journalism. He mentored young journalists and covered a wide range of news and sports stories across southern Arizona. His attentive listening skills and ability to tell all sides of a story made him a standout in his field. Art's smile was infectious, and he will be remembered for his humanity, generosity, sweetness, compassion, integrity, ethics and sense of fairness. Art was an avid UA Wildcats fan and a doting family member. He and Debby would have celebrated their 49th anniversary next month. In addition to Debby, he is survived by his daughter, Rebekah of Denver; sisters, Susan Topor of San Francisco and Charlotte David of Chicago, and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. Those who wish to Celebrate Art's Life may make a donation to the Mayo Clinic's COVID-19 Research, the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, the ACLU or Jewish Family & Children's Services of Southern Arizona. Friends may send their memories to Art's family at rememberingart@gmail.com Remembrances at EVERGREEN MORTUARY.

SNELL, David

1946 - 2020

Passed away July 11, 2020. A second-generation Arizonan, Dave attended Tucson High School and the University of Arizona, graduating from the UA with a BS in Public Administration. Dave went on to work for the City of Tucson from 1970 - 2000, serving as Assistant City Clerk in Administration. Dave had a lifelong love of the sport of fencing dating back to his early days of high school. His favorite weapon was sabre, although he mastered all three --foil, épée and sabre. He mentored several people through the years, as he was mentored himself by Art Olson. He was also an accomplished scholar and published author, in diverse areas, including -- Victorian Military history, 19th century southwestern U.S. history and yes -- Billy the Kid.He was predeceased by his parents, Mike and Amy Snell of Tucson, and his two brothers, Mickey and Ken Snell, also of Tucson. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Betsy Snell. Dave's friendship, sharp intellect and wry sense of humor will be missed by the friends he enjoyed in his life. Remembrances may be made to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona - www.communityfoodbank.org.Given COVID - 19, a celebration of Dave's life will be held at a future date. Details will be provided. Arrangements by AVENIDAS CREMATION & BURIAL.

TELLEZ, Mary

passed away on July 19, 2020. Preceded in death by parents, Joaquin and Fidelia Calderon; sister, Theresa Leon; brothers, John and Joaquin "Jake" Calderon Jr. She is survived by her husband, Richard Tellez; daughters, JoAnna (Ernesto) Gutierrez and Diana Leon; grandchildren, Cynthia, Ricardo, Daniel and Robert; sister, Josephine Rosas; brother, Joe (Nohemi) Calderon; sister-in-law, Maryann Calderon. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mary worked for Lerner's downtown for 24 years. She was a volunteer at St. Mary's Hospital for 33 years. Mary was beloved by all and will be greatly missed. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, funeral services will be private. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

WILDER, Donna

74, peacefully left behind the struggles of this world on July 13, 2020. Donna was preceded in death in 2007 by her husband, Loren. She is survived by her brother, Art Watson (Carol). Donna was born in San Francisco and lived and worked in San Diego, Salt Lake City and Cincinnati before moving to Tucson in 2007. She will be remembered for her strong personality and generous spirit and will be missed dearly by those who loved her. Her family would like to thank the amazing staff at Fairmount Assisted Living and Traditions Hospice for their loving care in her final days. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.