In memoriam: Funeral notices, March 31, 2021

CAIRD, Jacqueline "Jacqui"

We lived and loved, now we are together again.

Jacqueline "Jacqui" L. Cox Caird passed away at 10:10 p.m. on March 5, 2021, at Casa Hospice at The Hacienda, Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 93. She passed comfortably of natural causes with her full wit and wisdom intact.

Jacqui is predeceased by her adoring husband and companion, David Caird; sister, Dorothy Devlin; sister, Virginia Caird and stepson, I. David Caird. Jacqui is lovingly remembered by stepson, Jeffrey Caird; stepdaughter, Gia Caird; niece, Patricia Devlin and nephew, Henry Devlin.

Jacqui was born in Gloucester, Massachusetts, on October 9, 1927. As a young woman, she moved to Pittsfield, Massachusetts, with her family. Jacqui worked for many years at Pittsfield General Hospital, now Berkshire Medical Center, where she made many lifelong friends. In 1984, Jacqui and husband David retired to Tucson, Arizona, where they lived a rich and full life.

Jacqui had many interests throughout the years. Top among them was her love of family, friends, and cherished pets too numerous to count. She was a lifelong advocate for all things in nature, supporting many causes financially and with her time.

There will be a small private gathering later this year to celebrate Jacqui's birthday and a life well lived. At that time, Jacqui's ashes will be scattered to honor her request.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial donations to one of the following organizations: Casa Hospice at The Hacienda (or your local Hospice) https://casahospice.com/ Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens https://tohonochul.org/support/make-your-gift/ or Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum https://www.desertmuseum.org/support/ongoing/memorial.ph Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.

GUMMINGER, Richard Ray

86, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on March 12, 2021. Richard was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Albert Joseph and Marie Frances Schmitz on March 29, 1934. He graduated from Bishop Hogan High School and was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, Albert; his mother, Marie; his brothers, Albert, Jim and Harry; his son, Jeff, and his first wife Betty.

He is survived by his wife Bessie of 19 years, his two children, Gary (Ellen) and Gail (Janie); his six grandchildren (Krystal, Christopher, Sam, Jack, Luke, and Claire), and his five great-grandchildren.

Richard enjoyed a long career of 38 years with the General Services Administration in the Kansas City, MO. Design & Construction Div. He designed electrical power & lighting systems for Federal Agency's, Federal Courthouses & Military facilities.

Richard loved building things big and small. He enjoyed working with his hands and helping others with special projects. He had an unwavering affection for his beloved dogs.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the America's VetDogs organization. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.

RUBIN, Barbara

Barbara "Bunny" Jean Rubin, 93, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2021. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa on April 18, 1927 and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. Her parents were Jack and Edna Luttbeg who owned a dry-cleaning business. Her older brother Leonard, whom she adored, predeceased her. Barbara went to Central High in Omaha and attended Iowa State University in Ames. She was married to the love of her life Henry Rubin in 1950, and moved to Kearney, Nebraska, where they raised their family. Barbara and Henry owned and ran three clothing stores which were and integral part of downtown Kearney: Rubin's, catering to young women, Ruter's The Fashion, a small department store for women, and Young Moderns, a children's clothing and toy store; as well as a Hallmark store, Ruter's Card and Gift. In addition to working in the stores, Barbara was very active in the Kearney community as a Red Cross Volunteer, an officer in the League of Women Voters, and Cub Scout Den Mother. She loved to play bridge and to host large family gatherings with family and friends—especially for Big Red football games. Barbara's trademarks were her accepting nature, warm smile, and ability to laugh at all of life's challenges. In 1980 she and Henry retired to Tucson, AZ, where, for a time, all three of her children lived. She was a devoted wife to Henry, who passed away in 2011, for 61 years. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Diane (husband Neil) in Tucson, and her son David (wife Patti) in Los Angeles. Her son, Daniel predeceased her. Her grandchildren are Lauren (Simon) Bronshtein in Israel (husband, Gilad), Eric Simon in Los Angeles, Caroline (Rubin) Williams in San Diego (husband Elliot), Eliana Rubin in Los Angeles and Cayla Rubin in New York City, and she was blessed with a great-granddaughter, Aurora Williams, in San Diego. Family member Cantor Patti Linsky officiated at a private service.