In memoriam: Funeral notices, November 21, 2018

CAFFALL, James "Jim"

80, of Oro Valley, passed away on Saturday, November 17th, 2018 due to complications of dementia. He leaves behind his wife, Alma of 63 years; his son, Steve (Dawn) Caffall; his daughter, Linda (Jim) Miller and also, four grandchildren. Jim worked in the underground mechanical division 20+ years for Magma Copper Company, in San Manuel, Arizona. He also built and managed the Horizon Steel Company, Inc., in Tucson, for 30+ years. Memorial Services will be held at EVERGREEN MORTUARY, 3015 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, Arizona on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.

EBBERT, Marvin D.

age 67, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on November 18, 2018. Marvin was born on July 9, 1951 in Colorado Springs, CO. He graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1974 with B.S. degrees in Business and Aerospace Engineering. Marvin obtained his Master of Science in Aerospace Systems from West Coast University in 1991. In Marvin's career, he pursued his passion for all things related to flight and aerospace. He was preceded in death by his father, A. Clarence Ebbert. Marvin is survived by wife, Diana Jean Ebbert, Tucson; mother, Verna Ebbert, Hattiesburg, MS; brother, Eddie Ebbert, Pensacola FL; sister, Jeanie Vaughn (Robert), Bountiful, UT; sisters-in-law, Nancy Murray, Tucson and Linda Murray, San Diego plus many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Marvin's remarkable life will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, Tucson, AZ, on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.

GERETY, Arlene

77, passed peacefully November 12, 2018. After being diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis she stayed positive and grateful for her life experiences. She and her husband, Dan Gerety, raised their family in Alaska, then moved to Arizona where Dan passed in 2011. Arlene was a dedicated mother, athlete, person of integrity and champion of women's rights and opportunities. She leaves three daughters, four granddaughters and two sisters. A gathering will be at her home in Arizona December 9, 2018. Her daughters ask that in lieu of gifts you spend time with loved ones, hike in the mountains and make a toast to enduring friendships and adventures. Arrangements by VISTOSO FUNERAL HOME.

TUCKER, Charles

81, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2018 from Parkinsons. He is preceded in death by his parents, Martha DeShazer and Joe Tucker; his siblings, Mattie B. Moore, Mary Gerolds and Luke Miller and his son, Anthony Tucker. He is survived by his sisters, Tassie Mae Garner and Dorisen (Willie) Key; his children, Deborah (Gregory Olszta), Ricky, Tony Archer, Daryl, Randy, Irma, Edith, Staycie Francisco, Tanisha, Brezelda, Terrance, Arnell and Martha; lots of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Contact FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN for service info. 520-294-2603.

WHITTHORNE, John Ed

79, passed away suddenly on November 16, 2018, in Tucson, Arizona. He was born in Paris, Tennessee, on December 15, 1938 to Roger Lee Whitthorne and Margaret Grace Ray Whitthorne. He graduated from Tucson High School and from the University of Arizona with a bachelor's degree in Business. He married Sharon Gaskill on December 16, 1961. John entered into the family's business, Whitthorne's Glass, and managed it until he sold it in 1988 and retired. He loved to play horseshoes and bridge, and he loved his family. John is survived by his wife, Sharon; his two sons, Perry (Elizabeth) and Paul (Sarah) Whitthorne; his four grandchildren, Nathaniel and Samuel of Tucson and Agatha and Margaret of New York; nephew, Scott (Deanna) Wheeler; nieces, Tracy Wheeler and Jodi Wheeler; brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Peggy Gaskill and nephews, Brad Gaskill and Greg Gaskill. He was predeceased by his sister, Carole Wheeler and nephew, Chad Wheeler. The family will be having an Open House on Sunday, November 25, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. to celebrate John's life. He was a wonderful man and we will all miss him. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.