In memoriam: Funeral notices, March 14, 2021

COBB, William "Willy" Franklin

passed away due to complications from Covid-19 January 22, 2021 at TMC Hospital. He was born October 11, 1950 at Fort Belvoir, VA (Washington D. C.) to Maj. Cecil and Mrs. Athelin Cobb. He grew up in Las Cruces, NM; Okinawa; Ft. Huachuca, AZ; and Sierra Vista, AZ where he graduated from Buena High School. He moved to Tucson to begin a career as a talented hair stylist. After time as a stylist at Steinfeld's and Levy's, he opened his "Willy's Salon" in 1984 and over the years had many great employees such as Anna, Glenna, Maria, Rosa, Sherry, Christel, and Mark. He sold his salon in 2019 and semi-retired. He greeted people with their names and a big smile. He was a lover of life and people. His employees and many clients were his best friends even when they moved elsewhere. He made a positive difference in people's lives and he was loved in return. He is survived by his siblings, Charles (Lucille), Longmont, CO; Ann Creek, Tucson, AZ; Jon, Tucson, AZ; Stephen (Glendalynn), Sierra Vista, AZ; nieces, nephews and close, like-family friends who loved and watched over him: Emery, Wayne, Cheri, Judy, Yvonne, Dan, Jane, Kelly, Dixie, John, Mike, Kacey, Pam and Dillis, Dann and the list goes on into the hundreds. Willy loved art, music, theater, and was an avid PBS supporter. Willy enjoyed traveling and took many cruises: the Main and Rhine Rivers, British Isles, France, Holland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Estonia, Russia, Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, Malta, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, and a tour of China which included a cruise down the Yangtze River. Burial will be at the Cochise Memory Gardens, Sierra Vista next to his beloved grandmother, Edna Cleveland and near his parents buried at Ft. Huachuca. A Celebration of Life is planned for Sunday, October 24, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., located at a private residence please call 520-885-1316 for directions. Arrangements by ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.

COZZETTI, Joan A.

With heavy hearts we would like to share the passing of Joan A. Cozzetti on February 25, 2021. She died peacefully after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease.

Born in Pueblo Colorado to Frances and Anthony Zobec. She later became a sister to Mary Beth Zobec (Gold). She was a wonderful wife to Don Cozzetti, her high school sweetheart, an amazing mother and mother-in-law to Dennis (Maggie), Teresa, Evan (Eveline) and Lisa (Don). She cherished being a grandmother to Jessica, Dominic, Chelsea and Alexis and a great grandma to Mason (angel in heaven), Madison and Jamison. She is survived by her cousin Ann Marie Zaletal who through the years has maintained the news from Pueblo with Joanie.

She treasured many great friendships and was always there to welcome people to her home with something to drink and "nibbles". Even when it was extremely difficult for her, she would still try to be a thoughtful hostess.

We will miss her terribly but happy to know she is in eternal peace.

Memorial Service and interment at East Lawn Cemetery, Friday, March 19, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. All are invited to attend.

DINNERSTEIN, Andrew

passed away at the age of 56 on the morning of Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Originally from New York City, he moved with his family to Tucson at five years old. He is a graduate of Sewell Elementary, Towsend Junior High and Rincon High. Although he spent a few years of early adulthood away--obtaining his undergraduate degree in computer science from Columbia University and then working in New York City and then Europe—he spent the better part of his life after college living and working in Scottsdale, most notably two decades at American Express.

Andrew is survived by Elizabeth, his wife of over 25 years, and Mackenzie, his daughter. Andrew was a devoted husband and an adoring father who loved his wife and daughter beyond measure.

In addition to his wife and daughter, he is survived by his mother, Myra of Tucson and his sister, Julie of New York City.

Andrew will be remembered by friends and family for his goodness, warmth, kindness, intelligence and witty sense of humor. He will be missed by all who knew him. May Andrew's memory be a blessing.

Donations may be made in his honor to the Alzheimer's Association.

HENRY, Rosalinda

Daughter of the late Ysidro Duarte and Magdalena Contreras was born on May 11, 1949 in Tucson, Arizona and died on February 26, 2021 in Mahwah, New Jersey at the age of 71. Rosalinda was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured her family and served as a guiding light to all those whose lives she touched. Rosalinda is survived by her daughter, Courtney Sansone and granddaughter, Siena Sansone. She is also survived by her two sisters, Maria Duarte Jones and Guadalupe Gonzales. As well as her former husband, Dennis Henry. Memorial Services will be held at Davis Johnson Gardens on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. in Tenafly, New Jersey with a second service to be held on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at Sabino Canyon at 11:00 a.m. in Tucson, Arizona. Memorial contributions can be made to sabinocanyon.org.

KELLY, Norma Volonte

79, passed away March 3, 2021 at her home, surrounded by people whom she loved. She was recently diagnosed with incurable late stage colon and liver cancer. Born in Napa, CA, daughter of Mario and Katherine Volonte, she grew up in Napa, where she attended school and worked on the family pear ranch. After graduating from Napa High School in 1959, Norma started her career with The Federal Reserve Bank in 1960, then a year later she began her rewarding career with State Farm Insurance in Sonoma County, California. August 1982, Norma married the love of her life, Michael Kelly. They then relocated to his hometown of Tucson, Arizona where she started working for the College of Law, University of Arizona.

Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Mike and her parents, Mario and Katherine. She is survived by her sister, Marion Walker (Dean) of Santa Rosa, CA; brothers-in-law, Tim Kelly (Margaret) of Tucson, AZ, Pat Kelly, Tucson, AZ; sister-in-law, Betsy Kelly; nephew, Michael Walker (Crystal) and nieces, Michelle Walker Key (Lyle), Lauren Kelly (Alex), Erin Kelly and Megan Kelly. In addition, she is survived by five great-nieces and nephews and one great-great-niece and one great-great-nephew.

Norma took great pride in homes in Santa Rosa and Tucson, along with showing her gardening skills. Norma loved spending time with family and friends and was known for her excellent meals. Norma will be greatly missed and was loved deeply.

The family would like to thank Memorial Hospice for the compassionate and remarkable help caring for Norma. A celebration of life will be held later this year in Tucson, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, please visit Norma's guest book to share fond memories. Memorial Contributions can be made to Humane Society of Southern Arizona. Arrangements by DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES, Santa Rosa, CA.

MURPHY, Janice

November 22, 1936 - March 4, 2021

Janice Murphy (nee Risley), formerly of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the age of 84. Janice was predeceased by her daughter, Kathleen Winona Murphy (1959).

Janice was born in Sterling, Kansas to Richard and Keistle Risley. The family moved to Dighton, Kansas when she was seven, and moved to a farm when she was in her teens. After graduating from Lane County Community High School, she attended Bethany College, Kansas University, and following her marriage, Indiana University, where she received her B.A. in Secondary Education and Vocal Music. She later received her Master's degree in Secondary Education from the University of Arizona. These early experiences created a lasting love and fascination with nature and education.

She was employed for the majority of her working life at the University of Arizona where she had the experience of meeting a wealth of outstanding individuals at all levels of the system. Organizations and activities that had special meaning through the years were: anything having to do with music and dance, Toastmasters, Mediation (Our Family Services), P.E.O., League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson, book group, hiking in the Sierra Nevada's and the Grand Canyon, and trail riding for 21 years through the Arizona desert and washes.

Janice is survived by her three sons, Richard (Carol), Tucson; Frank, Dobbs Ferry, NY; George, Montgomery, NY; five grandchildren, Isaac (Heidi and great-grandson, Rowan), Mancos, CO; Quinn (Katie), Brooklyn, NY; Eugene (Elnaz), Brooklyn, NY; Hannah, Manhattan, NY; Winona, Dobbs Ferry, NY. Janice is also survived by her sister, Lora Hanel (Steve), Placentia, CA and brother Jon Risley (Marlene), Dighton, KS.

The loves of my life have been my sons, my extended family and my irreplaceable friends, all of whom have made my life a joy. Thank you.

O'HARA, Lisa Marie

12/29/1966 - 2/25/2021

We are saddened to announce the death of Lisa Marie O'Hara at the young age of 54. Lisa was born in Chicago and remained a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan staying true to her mid-western roots. She migrated to Tucson at a young age and loved her desert community. Hers was a life exemplified by service to others. She was a firefighter/paramedic with DAFF and Mt. Lemmon fire. Lisa worked at the Tucson Heart Hospital and Carondelet network. First at St. Josephs and finally in the ER at St. Mary's. Besides being a first-class, dedicated Medic, Lisa was known by those who took the time to get to know her as fun-loving, with a big heart, who took life's setbacks in stride. She bravely beat cancer; even worked during chemo. We will celebrate this hard-working Medic's life with a gathering at St. Mary's and St. Joe's following St. Patrick's Day to honor her Irish heritage of which she was most proud. At some point, those closest to her will knock back a shot of her favorite whiskey which surely would make her smile. Lisa will be sorely missed by her friends and family. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

PACE, Fred R.

88, a member of Arizona's pioneer W.W. Pace family, passed away at his home in Tucson on January 23, 2021. Fred was born the middle child to parents, W. Roy and Mary Pace in Lee Summit, Missouri in 1932. He is survived by his wife, Gail Pace; son, Alan Pace; daughter, Jodi Pace; grandchildren, Mark and Adam Pace; sister, Martha Gresham, and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. Fred is predeceased by his first wife, Olga Pace of 49 years and his younger sister, Virginia Pace.

Fred joined the United States Air Force in 1952 in the middle of the Korean Cold War. He served honorably and loved to regale friends and family with his tales of B-52s and UFOs in Roswell, New Mexico.

After leaving the Air Force he went on to graduate in 1962 from the first graduating class of the University of Arizona's new Department of Architecture. While he would go on to be a commercial contractor, he would spend a lifetime using his skills as an architect to design solutions and solve problems he saw in everyday life for anyone who would ask.

In the early 1970's Fred took ownership of Lynch Engineering and Construction which became Pace Construction. Over his 40-year career he built hospitals, schools, banks, fire stations, telescopes, a 5-mile-long mining conveyor belt, along with many other projects. His passion for building was evident to anyone who worked with him.

Fred spent his lifetime giving back to the community of Southern Arizona that he felt had given him so much. He supported multiple scholarships, loved working with his many friends at the Amerind Foundation, served on the board of the Mountain Oyster Club, and supported a multitude of other foundations and causes. He will be remembered for always having a joke to share.

He took great pride and joy in his grandsons, taking them on multiple adventures around Arizona as well as giving them classes in his workshop.

It cannot be overstated how much Fred was loved, respected, and admired by his friends. He was always the first one to offer a helping hand or anything else someone needed.

A small graveside service was held at East Lawn Palms Cemetery on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. Arrangements made by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. A celebration of Fred's life will be held when it is again safe to meet.

SHAFFER, Jayne Ann

born in Columbus, Ohio on September 19, 1947, passed away on February 26, 2021 in Tucson, AZ. Jayne is preceded in death by her parents, George and Victoria Dinkelaker. She is survived by her husband, Fred Shaffer; sister, Pamella Little; daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Michael Danker; her granddaughter, Samantha Danker and her beloved dog Bella. Jayne and Fred were married in 1967 and moved to Tucson in 1973. After earning her CPA and working at TUSD as the finance director, she joined Fred in his CPA practice, and was later joined by her daughter. Never afraid to voice her opinion, she loved working with her clients who became friends and family. Known by many as Mugga, as she was dubbed by her granddaughter, she was an inspiring, loving and elegant woman. Her family wants to know why she could not have waited until "after tax season." A celebration of life will be held in September. Remembrances may be made to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.

SILVERS, Matthew Michael

The sign on the Rialto Theatre marquee read: "Rest in Peace Matt (Spry) Silvers. A Legend in Tucson. A Human Being That Was Given to Fly." Matthew's passing on February 27, 2021 is mourned by his family and many friends in Tucson, the Phoenix area, and beyond. He was a COVID survivor, who died of "heart failure."

Matthew was born at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. on October 31,1974 to Kathleen Mulcahy Silvers and Philip J. Silvers. His family moved to Tucson in 1978, and Matthew attended elementary and middle schools in the Catalina Foothills School District. He graduated from Amphitheater High School in 1992 where he lettered in soccer and baseball. At Northern Arizona University, he majored in Communication, worked in local radio, and played ice hockey, graduating in 1997.

Matthew's professional career began at KLPX/KFMA radio in Tucson where he was Program Director and an on-air radio personality known as "Matt Spry." He was responsible for the twice-a-year rock festivals, negotiating contracts with top bands and drawing crowds of 28,000. He also played guitar for the KFMA Band's opening for major attractions. He then moved to marketing at Desert Diamond Casinos in Sahuarita/Tucson, and later to Desert Diamond Casino West Valley in Glendale AZ, where he became the IT Engineer.

In his youth, Matthew was a delightful child, savoring his weekends at his Mt Lemmon cabin, hiking with his dog Amiga, becoming an avid skier/snowboarder and fisherman. He captained his city-championship soccer team for his age group; and was a batboy, scoreboard operator, and "Tuffy the Toro" mascot for the Tucson Toros. He was a Rotary Youth Exchange student to Valencia, Spain, becoming fluent in Spanish and a paella afficionado. Favorites that lasted his lifetime were the MN Vikings and Twins, Washington Capitals, a love of the outdoors, cooking, especially seafood, and music—featuring guitar which he taught himself to play. He was a faithful son and brother, calling his parents and sister regularly to express his love.

Matthew is survived by his parents, Kathleen Silvers and Philip Silvers; his sister, Julie E. Silvers; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; and countless friends. Matthew's immediate family observed a private celebration of his life. His music colleagues are planning a Saturday, March 20, 2021 commemoration. A public memorial with extended family and friends will be announced at a later date.

THOMAS, Felicia "Phyllis"

(Padovano)

Felicia graduated from Addison Gilbert Hosp., Gloucester, MA, 1955 and worked at Mass. General Hospital before marrying and moving to Tucson in 1961. She worked at St. Joseph's Hospital for 25 years on the surgical unit. In 1988 she went to Thomas-Davis Clinic, retiring in 1994. Then volunteered at Tucson Botanical Gardens, The Mini Time Museum, and cared for her grandchildren. She will be missed by the "St. Joe's Girls" and many others. She is thankful for so many great memories.

We will remember her great sense of humor, quick laugh and smile, fashion sense, strength, caring, adventurous spirit, lovingness, ability to bring people together, big parties, and so much more. Through good and bad she was always at your side.

In lieu of flowers, make donations to the Autism Society or the Tucson Botanical Gardens. Phyllis says, "Farewell my friends." Arrangements by ADAIR DODGE CHAPEL.

TODD, Barbara B.

age 87, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home with family on Friday March 5, 2021. She was comforted by her CDs of Sarah Vaughan in the carousel, musings of Judi Dench on her bookshelf, and artwork of mostly music and apples.

She was born Barbara Lois Beaird in Brooklyn, New York in 1933. She often told fun stories like the time when she was four when she walked a few Brooklyn blocks by herself to the butcher shop. When she returned home with some liver for her mom to prepare for lunch, Grace, her mom, asked her how she managed that. Little Barbara matter-of-factly said, "I told 'em to put it on our tab!" She moved with her family to Valhalla at age five, made lifelong friends, graduated from White Plains HS, and attended Plattsburgh State Teachers College in upstate New York. She married and relocated to Tucson in 1955 where she discovered her very own Hundred Acre Woods full of Desert Doves, Cow Belles, and rose gardens. She resided in Tucson until 2020.

She loved the pace of baseball and followed the NY/SF Giants, often using sayings like "Say hey," "Let's play two," and "Look in your glove and it might be there." She enjoyed a friendly game of golf with the Niners and way back in the day, a motley game of bridge with the crew. But truth be told, Bar's superpower was her extra special dedication to children. She did everything she could to help her own and others. Also known as Mother Todd, Aunt Bar, Great Aunt Arizona, Grammy Oke, Christopher Robin, and Barb the Nanny, she provided love and guidance, but never held back her opinion if she thought it would make a difference. And it usually did.

Barbara is survived by children, John (Sheryl Robertson) of Scottsdale, Briggs (Patty) of Tucson, and Joan (Ticia Murphy) of San Diego; grandchildren, Daniel, Kate, Jessica (Jonathan Wingate), Jordan Dale (Nick), Jillian, and Julia; her brothers, Robert L. Beaird Jr. (Janet) of Brewster, NY and Lou L. Beaird (Loretta) of Cape Coral, FL; cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is preceded in death by parents Robert L. and Grace E. (Baum) Beaird; sister, Grace (Jiggy) Ferris; daughter, Donna, and many of her dearest friends.

"Friendship," said Christopher Robin, "is a very comforting thing to have." CR, how lucky are we to have something that makes saying farewell so hard, but we are comforted knowing you are in good company. And yes, we know... "God gave you a brain, use it." and "Always read the instructions first."