In memoriam: Funeral notices, December 6, 2020

BABB, William D. "Bill"

passed away November 17, 2020 at home in Corona de Tucson, AZ from complications of Parkinson's. Born October 2, 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio, the only child of Kenneth and Cathryn Babb. He attended Franklin College of Indiana and Case Institute of Technology, Cleveland. Served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from IBM after 27 years. Bill enjoyed carpentry, gardening and computers and was an all-around handyman. He volunteered with Tucson Community Food Garden, the Flying Samaritans, and was proud of his service as an Arizona Ranger. He is survived by his wife, Norma; son, Terry (Mildred); granddaughters, Tera and Marielle Babb, Tucson; son, Larry of Indiana and his former wife, Ava Strom, mother of his sons. There will be no service. Donations may be made in his name to TMC Hospice. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.

BAKER, Anne M. (Lyon)

Anne was a natural-born teacher. Born on the 4th of July, 1942, and passing on December. 2, 2020, Anne lit up our world like a sparkler in the night. As a young girl in Georgia, Anne first focused on helping society in other ways but never gave up on her dream of becoming a teacher one day. While married to her first husband, Jack Lyon, Anne was a highly valued Air Force wife - hosting local events, volunteering at local hospitals, scheduling and organizing their accounts. But she most valued her time with her son, Christopher, teaching him to read and supporting his love of the world of magic with capes, tricks, and performances. When her granddaughter, Elizabeth, was born, she extended her teaching skills and love of science with long walks through the desert, pointing out what lessons from nature were hiding behind each bush, in the sky, or in the sand. The highlight of her life was the birth of her grandson, Sean, who was her delight. She loved cooking for him, teaching him to bake, and building complex Legos sets, together.

Anne realized her dream of becoming a formal educator at Los Ranchitos Elementary School. She specialized in teaching hundreds of children the love of learning and reading - and as importantly - to feel safe at school. Her patience with even the most challenging of students will never be forgotten by those who watched her charm a distracted child into settling into their seat for a good story or help with a difficult problem. There was no classroom that she could not take over at a moment's notice and teach with her calm and creative flair.

Her passion for teaching and helping others could not be contained even after retirement. Together with the love of her life and husband, Robert Baker, Anne led the Tucson Scots, a Scottish dance troupe frequently seen performing at charity and cultural events. She taught the love of music, dance, and Scottish traditions to audience members who watched and helped raise funds for worthy causes at events. Anne co-chaired the performance committee for the European Multi-Ethnic Alliance of Tucson (EMAT) and the Optimist Club of Tucson's Octoberfest for 8 and 10 years, respectively. Her capacity and talent for organization and keen insight into what makes for smooth performances contributed to our community's knowledge and appreciation for other cultures and provided much needed artistic entertainment. Anne's love of teaching continued as she helped form the "Tucson Fire Pipes and Drums". Anne was the principal lead-teacher of the TFP&D Drum Corp, helping firefighters who, at first, were more skilled in carrying fire victims than how to carry a tune or steady beat. And her suggestions on how to better construct and deliver pipe lessons increased the quality and consistency of instruction for Robert, Pipe major and teacher, who was her most apt pupil.

Anne's dedication to service and education was enduring. She brought an unparalleled level of passion and organization to each of her commitments and causes. Although her impact in the Tucson community was unique and unequaled, Anne's largest impact was on her family who survive her and will love her forever. She was beloved and will continue to be cherished by her grandchildren, Sean Lyon, Elizabeth Bowman, and Meagan Bethel, and will be deeply missed by her only son, Chris Lyon, and his wife, Monique. Above all else, she loved her husband Robert with a ferocity and consistency of an eternal flame. That love will never die. Tucson will miss you Anne Baker. Thanks for your time here on this planet. A formal memorial service for Anne will take place later in the Spring.

GERES, Hans F.

71, passed away November 25, 2020 due to pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and preceded in death by their two children, Laura and Mary. Surviving also are siblings, Charles Geres (Toni), Michael Geres and Sonja Grosch (Larry); son-in-law, Charles Pippins; grandchildren, Branden and Grace Pippins. Born in Bremen, Germany, he grew up as an Army brat until joining the US Navy in 1968. He served at multiple duty stations in the US and overseas, initially as a Navy Corpsman and later as a Navy Physician Assistant. While stationed at Oak Knoll Naval Hospital, Oakland, CA in 1970 he met his future wife, a Navy Nurse who took charge and changed his life for the better. He retired from the US Navy in 1993 and in 1994 moved to Tucson, AZ where he continued to work as a Physician Assistant until his second retirement in 2013. He enjoyed airplane modeling, running, hiking, traveling, wine and dark chocolate. Viewing and Funeral Service will be held at St Mark The Evangelist Catholic Church on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. Viewing, 11:00 a.m. Funeral. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Make-A-Wish Foundation or charity of your choice. Arrangements under the care of VISTOSO FUNERAL HOME, 544-2285.

HAMILL, James (Jim) Francis

age 87, of Tucson, AZ passed away after a short illness on November 26, 2020. Jim was born to Charles and Kathryn Hamill, in Geneva, NY. In May 1959, he married Patricia Lahr and they shared over 61 happy years together. Jim graduated from Niagara University and spent his professional career as a Certified Public Accountant with Ernst & Young, retiring in 1990 as Managing Partner of the Dayton, OH office. Jim was an accomplished athlete, an avid sports fan, loved traveling the world and enjoyed the outdoors particularly hiking and golf. He is survived by his wife Patricia; his sisters, Mary (Bob) Hurlbutt and Kay (Ron) Anderson. He was a wonderful father to Richard (Laura) Hamill, Michael (Wendy) Hamill, Joan (Mark) Kaminski, Lori (Shawn) Evans, and Karen (Franklin Carvajal) Hamill. He was a loving grandfather to Jessica, Alexis, Alanna, Edison, Erin, Charlotte, and Layla and great-grandfather to Eleanor and Vivian. A small private memorial service will take place on Monday, December 14, 2020. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to your favorite local charity. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.

HAMMER, Patricia "Pat" Ann

82, passed away with grace and dignity on November 27, 2020 with her loving family at her side. She is survived by her son, Kurt (Elena) Tucson, AZ; daughters, Michelle (Rick) Vacaville, CA and Denise (Jamo) Albuquerque, NM; sister, Joyce (Bob) Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren, Monica (Dusty), Christopher (Kim), Sara, Drue, Lauren (Doug), Ian (Kelleigh), Meg (Andrew) and Ewen (Laurel); great- grandchildren, Caida, Carson, Ellie, Eli, Charlotte, Silas and Emilia; niece, Sandy (Scott) and grand-nieces, Alexis and Ashlee. Before raising her family, Pat attended Carnegie Institute of Technology where she studied Architectural Engineering. She later received a Master's Degree in Psychology, and worked much of her life as an accountant, most recently in the architectural field which brought her fondly close to her original aspiration. Pat loved her church fellowship and took great pleasure in singing with her choir. Our dear Mother was especially thankful this Thanksgiving for the love and care that her family provided, in particular Kurt and Elena and Lauren. A Memorial Service will be held at the Valley Christian Church of Tucson, 5968 E. Fairmount St., Tucson, AZ on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Virtual streaming can be accessed through the family's Facebook pages. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER MORTUARY.

HATCH, Dr. Kenneth D.

11/30/1946 - 11/12/2020

Dr. Kenneth D. Hatch, 73, passed away November 12th in his home state of Nebraska after a brief illness.

Ken and his family moved to Tucson from Omaha, NE in 1989 where he was employed by UMC in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. He began as the Division Director, and eventually became Chairman of the Department. On April 1, 2020 Ken retired, after which he was granted Professor Emeritus status in Obstetrics & Gynecology. He continued to help with complex surgeries when needed.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rhea (Anderson); mother-in-law, LaNeta Anderson; son, Scott Hatch and wife, Kristan and their children, Jamie and Arvin Nitollama and Kaylen; daughter, Lara Brown and husband, Horace and their children, Payne, Camille and Aidan; brother, Dr. Ron Hatch and wife, Kerin; brother, Dr. Dennis Hatch and wife, Betty and many nieces and nephews.

A private family service is planned. Those who wish to contribute toward the memory of Dr. Hatch may contact Sonia Garcia at 1501 North Campbell Ave #245078, Tucson, AZ, 85724 or email Soniag@email.arizona.edu.

KRAHL, Ardis J., Ph.D

Died November 22, 2020

Ardis ended her earthly trek in Tucson, AZ. She was born on the "Perry Farm" near Malcolm, NE on December 21, 1925. Her birth-mother, Huldah Larson Lostroh, succumbed to diabetes in 1928. Louis H. father, married Alma Pieper, a loving caring and inspirational "MOM" in 1932. "MOM" you saved my life" describes the relationship. An honor student at Malcolm High School, she attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln as a Regent Scholar and graduated with distinction in 1950.In 1952 she received her MA from the University of Nebraska and in 1956 her Ph.D from the University of California at Berkeley. Research was the love of her life until it was superseded by a marriage made in heaven to Maurice "Mike" on February 4, 1967. Mike retired from Stanford University in 1977 after having served as Chairman of the Department of Physiology. They moved to Tucson in 1979 and there pursued non-academic activities. Professor Krahl died in June 2000, three months short of his 92nd birthday, after suffering a debilitating stroke. Ardis continued to reside in their residence on the Tucson National Golf Course until moving to Mountain View Retirement Village.

Ardis was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a sister, Eilene; two brothers, Duran C. and Ardell R. Lostroh; brothers-in-law, Thomas Roach and Harold Smith.

Ardis is survived by sisters, Arlene Smith and Karna (Tom) Waters; brother, Louis (Martha) Lostroh; sisters-in-law, Ann Schock, Patricia Lostroh and nieces and nephews.

Interment will be at a later date at Lincoln Memorial Park. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.

LEONARD, Grace Verdugo

Grace was born Maria Altagracia Montano on January 15, 1932 in Tucson, Arizona to Nabor Montano and Amelia Lopez. Grace went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2020. She joined TMC in 1976 where she served as a N.A. for nearly 20 years. Grace married Rodolfo Verdugo in 1947 with 49 years of marriage and had three children until his passing in 1996 and remarried in 1997 to Russel Leonard with 11 years of marriage until his passing in 2008 and was a kind, loving, compassionate lady to her family and friends and for that her family is truly thankful. Visitation will be at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL on Thursday, December 10, 2020, from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be at 6:00 p.m. Interment at Holy Hope Cemetery on Friday, December 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Mass to follow at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Church.

OPSAL, Neil B.

90, October 24, 1930 - November 24, 2020. Survived by his wife, Ginny; daughter, Tracey (Randy Anderson); granddaughter, Megan. Predeceased by first wife, Mary and son, Todd. Ginny brought to their marriage a whole step-family of kids, grandkids, sister, nephews and wives, who all loved Neil. He earned his Masters in Forestry at the U.Cal/Berkeley, enjoyed a lifetime career with the U.S. Forest Service. He served in the U.S. Army. Mondays were sacred because he loved and played golf on that day. Services pending due to COVID. Donations, please, for a Cure for Alzheimer's. Arrangements by HANSEN MORTUARY.

PANNO, Cynthia (Hungate)

Our beloved Cindy passed away in Tarpon Springs, FL. on January 17, 2020 at age 70. She lived life to it's fullest and was a bright light to family and friends. She was a devoted friend, wife, mother and grandmother who loved to travel. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Thomas Panno; her children, Brandon Panno (Sheila) of New Port Richey, FL and Lindsay Langford (Keith) of San Diego, CA; four grandchildren, her brother, Dean Hungate (Marty) of Aledo, TX; her sisters, Sheila Berry (Tom) of Tucson, AZ and Harriet Earley (Wynn) of Lakeside, AZ.

In Loving Memory

PETRICK, Joseph M.

1930 - 2010

It's been 10 years since the Lord called you home.

Thank you for the beautiful memories that warm our hearts and make us smile each and everyday. We love you and miss you so much.

May God Bless you and keep you in His care.

-Your loving wife, children,

grandchildren and

great-granddaughter.

Jennifer Luyties Putney was born on April 3, 1941 in San Francisco, CA. In her youth she moved to Palos Verdes, CA and later to Tucson, AZ where she spent the majority of her life, raised her children, and began her lifetime work as an interior designer and artist. She loved creating homes – for her own family and for others – filling them with an eclectic mix of folk inspired, traditional, western and contemporary art, color, and style. She was patient and thoughtful in working with clients, creating designs affirming and distinct to each. She was an artist in every sense – from a simple hand-drawn invitation or an intricately painted nursery rhyme ornament to her floral arrangements and landscapes or a memorable Chinese New Year event for the Tucson Symphony Cotillion. Jennifer understood the joy that design and art brings to the soul, and she brought this sensibility to all who knew her.

Jennifer was a leader in her community with a lifetime of service. She led and served on the Boards of the Junior League of Tucson, the Tucson Symphony Cotillion, the Silver and Turquoise Board of Hostesses and Angel Charity for Children among others. With family and grandchildren in two cities, she split her time between Portland, OR and Tucson. In Portland, she volunteered with the Knight Cancer Institute and was intimately involved with her family's philanthropy, activities and grandchildrens' schools. She found purpose and meaning in volunteering and engaging in community service, serving as a model to others.

Jennifer saw the good in everyone. She was the friend who would call you to recognize your better angels, encourage you to look for common ground, and when needed, guide you in a new direction with love and a smile. Her warm spirit drew others to her, and she often remarked that she gained so much from her friends.

She held her family closest to her heart. The home she and her husband, Chuck, built was filled with art, delicious meals, laughter and joy with the coming and goings of friends, her children, stepchildren and grandchildren. There was never a doubt that Jennifer loved you – you saw it in her face, her eyes, heard it in her voice, and even in her text messages. For her, love was not a small cup to be held closely – but an infinite source, shared and abundant. She is survived by her husband Chuck, son Ric (Carina),

daughter Stephanie, step-daughters Julie and Kristin (Charlie) and her beautiful grandchildren. While her departure leaves a profound void, we can show our gratitude and honor her by daily reflecting her gifts of love, grace, creativity and generosity in

our thoughts and by our actions. In lieu of flowers or other remembrances, we welcome contributions in memory of Jennifer Luyties Putney to the Ginny L. Clements Breast Cancer Research Institute, The Gregory School and St. Philips in the Hills Church or a preferred charity.

ROBISON, Teresa

An adventurous spirit passed November 22, 2020. Born November 29, 1944 in New Mexico to Maxine Smith and Ward Felton she went to high school in North Carolina and finished at Carlsbad High in New Mexico where she met her future husband Sam H. Robison Jr., to whom she would be married for 20 years and bore three sons.

Teresa was a fiercely independent woman with an inexhaustible curiosity about all of life, humanity and spirituality. A writer and stoneware potter, she was a lover of the arts and an avid reader of fine literature, poetry, and the daily happenings of the world.

She was constantly challenging herself to overcome fear and ignorance and teaching this to her children with their long trips to Mexico and hikes into the desert canyons of the Southwest. In her mid-life, she traveled the world independently, spending time in Europe and South America where she explored her passion for new foods, culture, and ideas.

She is survived by her three sons, Scott, Eric and Kris; their father, Sam; eight grandchildren, sisters, Delma and Alma; brothers, Don and Bob; many friends and the adoptive souls that called her mom. All of whom will miss her long conversations about her current favorite book or new interest.

A celebration of life will be held in the spring when traveling will be safer. We ask that flowers be sent to your local healthcare workers. Arrangements by HANSEN DESERT HILLS MORTUARY.

TIMOUR, Treva "Sandy"

91, died October 15, 2020 in Tucson. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Sune and children, Karin, Meg Beer (Victor), Gale Reed (George), and Marty (Amy Hendricks), and grandchildren, Katherine Reed Midla (Martin), Meredith Reed, George Reed III, Forest Timour, Sierra Hendricks and Ashton Timour. Mrs. Timour was active in SAGE, OLLI, JCC Current Events discussion and was a parishioner of St. Philip's in the Hills. In 1953 she biked across Europe. Other trips included all 50 states, Europe, Panama, Australia, New Zealand. Condolence notes may be posted at adairfuneralhomes.com. A memorial is planned for 2021, for details email trevatimourmemorial@gmail.com. Donations requested for St. Philip's of the Hills, 4440 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson AZ 85718.

WAKEFIELD, Robert "Bob" H. Jr.

Surrounded by loving family, Robert, age 81, died at his home in Tucson, Arizona, October 25, 2020, following a six year battle with Super Nuclear Paralyzing Palsy. Bob was born in Greensboro, North Carolina and raised in Salisbury, North Carolina. After high school he joined the US Army and was honorably discharged from Fort Bragg as a member of the Airborne division of the Green Beret Special Forces. He completed his Doctorate in Physics at North Carolina State University and worked in the burgeoning semi-conductor industry in Texas, for Texas Instruments, Mostek, National Semi-Condoctor and ITT. He and a fellow researcher developed the 8-bit semi-conductor. He retired as President of ITT Semi-conductor Power Systems Corporation in Tucson.

A lifetime athlete, he spent time running, jogging and hiking the mountains surrounding Tucson. Bob decided to continue his love for flying by teaching both ground school and flight school while working as Director of Operations at Double Eagle Aviation at Tucson International Airport. He then worked as Assistant Chief of Flight at Cochise Community College. He was awarded an aviation NAFI Master Instructor status while relaxing on the weekends as Captain of his boat Quality Time located in Texas. He spent his nights as a Ham Radio operator in Tucson talking with people around the world.

He was an extraordinary innovative teacher with a lifetime dedication to all types of science including nuclear physics, astronomy and chemistry. Curious and adventurous, he lived his life fully committed and honestly with great love and devotion as a soulmate to those who knew him. Bob is survived by his wife, June; his children, Stephanie in Oklahoma, Gregory in Texas and stepdaughter, Deborah and granddaughters, Maya and Magdelena in Tucson. To honor him donations in his name can be sent to the Salvation Army. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.