In memoriam: Funeral notices, August 9, 2020

DAUGHERTY, Caryl Sue

passed away at her daughter's home in Jupiter, Florida August 3, 2020 due to complications from Myelodysplastic Syndrome. Caryl was 85 years old, born January 26, 1935 in Fithian, Illinois to her parents, Eleanor Rachel Powell and Merle Edward Dunn. She attended elementary and high school in Urbana, Illinois, graduating high school in 1953. She married Lewis Daugherty October 9, 1953 in Champaign, Illinois. Caryl spent 20 years as a military wife traveling the world with her husband and daughters. She and her husband settled in Tucson after he retired from the USAF in 1973. There, she donated many years of cheerful volunteering through the Assistance League after joining in 1991. In 2008, Caryl received the Ada Edwards Laughlin Award in special recognition of her significant "behind the scenes" contribution. Her quiet and dedicated service describes Caryl who left a legacy of commitment to the mission of helping those in need. She is survived by her three daughters, Luanne Haydu (John), Pamela Toulouse (Don), and Judy Tatum (Danny); as well as her sister, Joy Cochrane (Tom). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

EBERT , Danny Gene

Danny passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 @ 7:00 a.m. at his residence in Tucson, Arizona. He was a 35-year resident. He was born December 25, 1952 in Macomb, Illinois to Lloyd and Marilyn (Hood) Ebert.

Danny attended schools in Bushnell, Illinois and graduated from Bushnell Prairie City High School where he was Co-valedictorian of his graduating senior class in 1971. He spent his early years working with his father "Ebe" and two brothers at the family Standard Oil station in Bushnell where he became quite proficient in car mechanics.

Danny was a Sun Tran bus driver in Tucson for 26 years before retiring in 2015. He was honored as Driver of the Month followed by Driver of the Year in 1999. He was so proud. He spent his free time working on his many cars and spoiling his dogs.

Danny is survived by his life partner of 44 years Kirt Palmer and his dog Bailey. Other survivors include his brother, Jerry Ebert and sister-in-law, Barb Ebert of Bushnell. Many nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Randy (Wrink) Ebert; sister, Lana Sue, and grandparents Lloyd and Letha (Ide) Ebert and Floyd and Florence (Bair) Hood.

Danny will be greatly missed by all those that had the pleasure of knowing him. His many friends and family knew that if you were ever in a hurry, don't start talking to Danny. His sense of humor, wit and gift of gab were his strong attributes.

Funeral Services for Danny will be held at Martin Hollis Funeral Home in Bushnell Monday, August 10, 2020 @ 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in the Bushnell Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Prostrate Cancer Institute. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNRAL HOME, Avalon Chapel.

EWER, Muriel J

January 3, 1932 - July 26, 2020

Muriel, 88, passed away on July 26, 2020 in her home in Tucson, AZ. Preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Leon C. Ewer; two children, Stephen and Vincent and two grandchildren, Robert and Vincent II. Muriel is survived by seven children, Roger, David, Gregory, Suzanne, Ronald, Thomas and Theresa. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held in the future. Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN.

FERGUSON, Constance "Connie" Oles

Passed away July 22, 2020. Born December 19, 1920, in Vaughn, New Mexico. Preceded in death by her sister, Harriet Alma Ralph and by her brother, Charles, who served in World War II and died in the Bataan Death March in the Philippines. She graduated from Belen (NM) High School as valedictorian of her class and attended business school in Clovis, NM. She worked as a clerk for the Southern Pacific Company in Tucumcari (NM), El Paso, and Tucson. She had lived in Tucson since 1951 and had been employed by the City of Tucson as secretary to the Mayor and as Council Reporter. She was employed by Tucson Electric Power Company as secretary to vice presidents for 26 years, retiring in 1982. She was married and divorced twice and had no children. She is survived by numerous friends and dozens of cousins. After retirement she was active in her neighborhood watch group, aerobics class and TEP Retirees Club. At Connie's request no services will be held and her body will be cremated. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E Broadway Blvd Tucson, AZ 85710, or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

GODBOUT, Arthur W Jr.

72, died in Casa at The Hacienda Hospice in Tucson, AZ on August 5, 2020.He was a graduate of Milford High School Class of 1966, and attended UCONN. He was a Navy veteran, serving on The Essex, 1967-1971. He retired a Lieutenant on the Milford Police Department after 22 years of service in 1997.He leaves his wife, Marlene, of Oracle, AZ; brothers, John and Joseph; his sister, Karen, and his son, Christian (AnnMarie); and grandchildren, Caroline and Jackson of Wallingford , CT, and lifelong friends, Dave Kelley and Hap Jordan.In AZ, he enjoyed 15 years of golfing before MS robbed him of the ability to continue. Arrangements by VISTOSO FUNERAL HOME

KENNELLY, Nancy C

born July 23,1951 in Milwaukee, WI, passed away at age 69 on August 3, 2020 in Tucson, AZ. She joins her husband, Michael G Kennelly (decd), parents Robert & Carol Nerby (decd), & many other loved ones who've passed. She is survived by her adoring children, Ginger Parker (Austin), Jason Kihl, & Lee Kennelly; brothers, David "Dave" Nerby & Randall "Randy" Nerby; and grandchildren, Roman & Eva Kihl. The family invites donations in Nancy's name to Breast Cancer Research or your local Humane Society. Celebrations of Nancy's life will be held in Milwaukee in September and in Tucson in October. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

KIRKWOOD , Carolyn Estella

age 89, of Scottsdale, AZ passed away on July 23, 2020. She was born in Osakis, MN on December 22, 1930. She attended Wayne State University and Traphagen School of Fashion in New York. In 1952 she met Henry "Kirk" Kirkwood Jr. and they were married on May 15, 1954 in Detroit, MI. The family moved to Phoenix, AZ in 1959 and then to Tucson, AZ in 1971, where they spent the next 28 years running restaurants and raising their family. Henry and Carolyn moved to Scottsdale, AZ in 1999 where they both lived out the rest of their days near family and friends.

Carolyn, "Caro" (as Kirk called her) was a wonderful mom and a bookkeeper for the family restaurants. She loved to cook, sew, knit, read mystery novels and go antiquing. She and Kirk loved to travel and visited many places all over the world during their 63 years of marriage. In their retirement years, they spent six weeks every summer attending the British Open and tooling around Scotland, Kirk's country of birth.Carolyn is survived by her three children, Cyndy Pappas (her husband, Ted), Scot Kirkwood (his wife, Barrie) and Mary Bertuccelli (her husband, Mario) and her eight grandchildren, Caylee, Sean, Alexandra, Nikole, Jackson, Rico, Taylor and Mia.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Valley Presbyterian Church in memory of Carolyn Kirkwood. Arrangements by GREEN ACRES MORTUARY & CEMETERY.

LIM, Raymond

89, passed away July 29, 2020. Born in Tucson to H.F. and Marian Lim, he graduated from Tucson HS in 1948 and earned a BS from University of Arizona. He was commissioned in the Navy in 1952 and was a veteran of the Korean War. He married his high school sweetheart Estelle Don in 1953. After earning an MA at ASU, Raymond taught Industrial Arts at Flowing Wells HS for 27 years until he retired. He was in the Naval Reserve for 24 years and retired as a Lt. Commander. His lifelong passions were tennis, music, bowling, bike riding, travel, his pets, Arizona Wildcats sports and laughing. He was a gifted artist and created amazing metal sculptures, paintings, carvings and more. He helped raise money for the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center donating his art for auctions. Raymond and Estelle volunteered for 10 years delivering meals for Mobile Meals.

Raymond is preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Estelle, and survived by their loving children, Keith (Irene), Dana, Melinda (Steve) and Heidi (Michael); grandchildren Vanessa (Larry), Joe, Jessica, Eric, Michelle, Emelia and Natalie; great-grandchildren, Leah and Stella; brother Larry (Clara).

The Lim family would like to thank Sherry for her years of caregiving, love and friendship and for making the final years of both Raymond's and Estelle's life rich and fulfilled. Thanks also to Patrick for his kind and loving caregiving and lasting friendship.

A private burial will be on Friday, August 14, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held in the future when Covid restrictions are lifted. Donations in memory of Raymond may be made to his favorite charity, Arizona Pet Panty, 3555 N. Stewart Ave, Tucson, AZ 85716 (azpetpantry.org) which helps seniors in need care for their beloved pets during tough times. Arrangements by EVERYGREEN MORTURY.

MAXWELL, Morgan Jr.,

died at his Tucson home after a long illness on July 26, 2020 one month before his 92nd birthday.

Morgan was born Okmulgee, Okla. on August 25, 1928 to a family of educators who moved to Tucson when his father, Morgan Maxwell Sr., became principal in 1940 of Dunbar, a segregated TUSD school. His mother, Kathryn, was the only Black teacher in the Marana School District who regularly visited the cotton fields, urging families to enroll their children. Morgan's father, the namesake of Maxwell K-8 School, helped convinced TUSD to desegregate its schools three years before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned school segregation.

Growing up in Tucson, Morgan remembered a culturally rich Black community, where visiting Black dignitaries stayed with local families due to hotel discrimination.Morgan graduated in 1945 from Tucson High School, which inducted him into the Hall of Fame in 2004. While traveling with the school football team, Morgan was denied lunch service at the Gadsden Hotel in Douglas. Coach Rollin Gridley and the team left the hotel in protest, opting for a park picnic instead. Tucson High beat Douglas.

While studying at the University of Arizona, Morgan led the way in desegregating the UA lunchroom. In 1947, fellow students, Morris and Stewart Udall, walked into the dining hall with Morgan, insisting that he be served. Morgan earned a finance degree from the UA in 1949 and an M.B.A. in finance from USC in 1955 after serving two years in the U.S. Army.

He studied at NYU and taught at historically Black colleges before returning in 1961 to Tucson, where he started a real-estate appraising business. He was the first Black Arizonan approved as a fee appraiser for the VA and FHA and was appointed deputy state treasurer in 1967.

A leader in the local Civil Rights movement, Morgan co-founded the Tucson chapter of the Congress of Racial Equality. He served as chairman of the state Civil Rights Commission under two governors and was a lifetime member of the NAACP. After retiring, he was treasurer of the Dunbar Coalition, which restored the Dunbar School into a cultural center. He also was a member of the Southern Arizona chapter of the National Buffalo Soldiers Ninth and Tenth Calvary Association.

Morgan started the Tucson chapter of the National Stuttering Association and conducted workshops across the country to aid children and adults. He was a board member of the Little Chapel of All Nations and served as an Arizona Historical Society docent.

Morgan was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Angela; Sister, Kathryn M. Dixon and stepson, Donald Figarelli. He is survived by his wife, Ingrid; sons, Morgan Maxwell III (Michelle Vaughn) and Martin Maxwell (Paula Schuh) and three grandchildren. Morgan and Ingrid enjoyed traveling to many parts of the world together.

The family will hold a private service, followed by a memorial at a later date. Donations in Morgan's memory can be made to the Dunbar Coalition or Casa de la Luz Hospice. Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL TUCSON.

MILLER, Marlene Jean

79, passed away on July 31, 2020 at Tucson Medical Center. Jean was born, raised, and lived in Tucson for 60 years; she also resided in Pasadena, CA for almost two decades. She is survived by her children, (Karen and Lee Miller); her son-in-law and grandson, (John and Jack Bettencout); and her siblings, (Joan Heald, Scott Hill). Jean had a beaming smile and loved her family and friends immensely, especially her grandson Jack. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER MEMORIAL.

MONTOYA, Pia Anna Maria Vella

79, of Tucson, Arizona passed on July 29, 2020 at her home in the presence of loved ones. Pia was born December 31, 1940 in Port Said, Egypt where she enjoyed a happy childhood surrounded by her Italian family and siblings nearby the Suez Canal. She moved to Maracay, Venezuela in 1956 where she married the love of her life, Herbert Joseph Montoya. After the unexpected death of her husband in a car accident, Pia moved to Arizona with her only child, a hellion, Herbert William Montoya, where they lived in Peoria and then settled in Tucson. She attended University of Arizona and earned her BA in Economics. Pia was happily employed at the Economic and Business Research Center of U of A where she remained a loyal employee until this year and her co-workers were always her second family.She spoke four languages, was an entrepreneur and then a career employee, rode a motorcycle, raced in car Rallies, lived in three different continents, ran a YMCA Soap box Derby, Soccer mom, a great mother and grandmother.Pia will be missed by her lively Bunco group, many neighbors and friends who she had the gift of making feel like family. She is survived by her son, Herbert William Montoya (Leslie), her sister and best friend Lea Berton (Phillippe); her brother, Ivo Vella (Trinidad); two nephews, Mario Vella and Andres Vella (Stephanie), three grandchildren, Matt Montoya (Lisa), Nicole Montoya and Natalie Montoya, and two great-grandchildren- Remi and Levi Montoya, and extensive Montoya family in Tucson and Phoenix. A special thank you goes to her close friends Loli, Claudia and Mickey for their help this past year during Pias illness and treatments. Pia was preceded in death by her parents Hugo and Anna Vella and her husband Herbert Joseph Montoya.Due to Covid19, A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers you may send tributes in honor of Pia to Seamark Ranch (Seamarkranch.com), which benefits Foster Children.Pia we will miss your smile on earth but know you are smiling down on us from Heaven! Arrangement by ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.

O'HANLON, Stephanie sianna

August 28, 1990 - July 23,2020

Our beloved Stephanie Sianna O'Hanlon gained her wings on July 23, 2020. Stephanie was born August 28, 1990. She was loved by many. She is survived by her precious five-year-old son, Santhiel Sainz (Santi bear), her loving parents father Robert Sainz; stepmom, Laura Jordan; mother Margaret O'Hanlon; grandmother's, Norma Pacheco and Judith O'Hanlon; many brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. She is preceded in death by her Uncle Steve Sainz. She will greatly be missed. Services will be Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS, 2580 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713.

ORR, Donald Tilford

was born August 6, 1926, in Benson, Arizona, to beloved parents Andrew Darling Orr and Leora (Sherwin) Orr. He passed away at home of natural causes on July 21, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Helen Orr; his daughters, Janis Hoffman (Huntley), Gay Pauley (Kent), and Shannon Speer Hanson (Bob); and four grandchildren, (Hunt Hoffman, Jackson Pauley, Joshua Speer, and Torrey Speer).

Don graduated from the University of Arizona and served in the U.S. Army. He devoted much of his professional life to helping troubled kids, working as Chief Juvenile Probation Officer of Cochise County. He improved the lives of hundreds of kids, using his sense of humor and genuine concern to win their trust.

Don married Phyllis Holcomb in 1948 and they had three daughters. Following their divorce in 1975, Don married Helen Fischer in 1983. Helen and Don lived in Tucson at the time of his death.

Don loved all his native Arizona, but particularly its beautiful southeast corner, including his boyhood home in Benson and later homes in Douglas, Bisbee, and Tucson.

As his life drew to a close, Don wished to thank some individuals who helped him lay the foundation of a good and meaningful life: his mother, Leora Orr, "a diamond in the rough"; pharmacist William Bill Hamilton (who hired Don at the drugstore and "taught me to laugh at myself"); Rev. Wendell R. Newell (who "taught me to look for the best in others"); and C. Sumpter Logan (who "taught me to keep on trucking").

Don was a wonderful father who shared the precious gift of laughter with his daughters until the very end. He brought us joy, and he will be greatly missed. At Don's request, family will hold a private outdoor service later. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY.

PALMER, Rajean Shull

(89), was born in Hutchinson, KS on January 16, 1931, and passed away peacefully on August 4, 2020 in Tucson. She grew up living in both Kansas and California, graduated Hutchinson HS, and later from Emporia State Teachers College. Rajean married the love of her life, James D. Palmer on August 17, 1952. They had four children, Timothy 1955, Christopher 1956, Jennifer 1959, and Jeffrey 1969. The family arrived in Tucson in 1959 and Rajean soon graduated from the University of Arizona. She worked for the Tucson Unified School District. Rajean's life revolved around her faith, family, and friends, of which she had so many. She loved to serve in church, entertain at home, travel the world, and participate in many varied groups. Life-long friends made upon arrival in Arizona mourn her today. Over the years she loved her role in the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA), volunteering at Devon Gables & for Meals on Wheels. She and husband Jim were both active in The Stephen Ministries for many years. Home was often the meeting place for the Foreign Foods group, Homemakers, group Bible Study, and Bridge Club. Rajean and Jim loved to travel, visiting the Holy lands, Europe, Mexico, Hawaii and many other places. Rajean was preceded in death by son, Christopher Jon. She is survived by husband James D. Palmer; sons, Timothy (Pamela), Jeffrey (Beth); daughter, Jennifer (Wayne); granddaughters, Jessica (Dan), Amanda (Michael), and Katie; grandsons, Aaron (Katharina), Andrew, Daniel, and Matthew. In lieu of flowers, the family has designated the Gospel Rescue Mission, Tucson for memorial contributions. A Celebration of her Life will be held at a future date. Arrangements by SOUTH LAWN MORTUARY & CEMETERY.

SINDERMAN, Andrew

(Andy) Russell

June 3, 1988 - July 29, 2020

Rest in Peace

On Wednesday, July 29, 2020 the world became a darker place when Andrew Russell Sinderman, age 32, left this world to enter his eternal home in Heaven. Lovingly nicknamed "Sunshine" by his family and loved ones, Andrew was known to light up any room with his bright blue eyes and beautiful smile. His family and friends remember him as one of the warmest and funniest people they knew. His laughter was contagious, and he always knew what to say to make people laugh.

Andrew was born June 3, 1988 to parents Marvin and Sharon at Northwest Hospital in Seattle, Washington. As a computer science major, Andrew looked forward to graduating and starting the rest of his life with the love of his life, Cailee Anne Tannous. His passion for video games, specifically World of Warcraft, was surpassed only by his love for his dogs, Maverick, Lily, Nash, and Shea. Everyone who knew Andrew knew how much he loved his family with all his heart and how much he was loved by his whole family.

Andrew is survived by his beautiful bride, Cailee Tannous; parents, Marvin Sinderman, Jessica Spytek, Sharon Fields, and Tom Jefferson; sister, Stephanie Wells and niece Morgan and nephews Kenlon, Alexander, and Cameron; and best friend and brother, John Sinderman. Although his life on Earth has ended, Andrew joins his grandparents; beloved late-stepfather, Greg Fields; and other loved ones in rejoicing in the eternal Kingdom of the Lord.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, we respectfully ask that you make a donation to a local animal charity or the Reid Park Zoo where Andrew and Cailee loved to visit together. Arrangements by MARANA MORTUARY.