In memoriam: Funeral notices, November 7, 2021

ACOSTA, Celia M.

82, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Celia was a Tucson Native but was residing in Lompoc, California. Our beautiful mother left this life in the arms of our Lord and Savior on October 24, 2021, 3:16 a.m., surrounded by her loved ones to be reunited with her husband and love of her life, never to be separated again. Celia was preceded in death by her loving husband, Daniel G. Acosta; her mother, Rita Martinez and brother, Albert Martinez. Celia is survived by her children, Gloria and Jeff Weldon, Diana and Gabriel Ibarra, Daniel and Wendy Acosta and many grandchildren. Celia graduated from Tucson High in 1957 and while attending a dance at El Casino Ballroom in Tucson, she met the man who would soon become her husband. Daniel Acosta and Celia Martinez married in May 1958, they traveled to Santa Barbara, California where they raised their three children. They lived in Santa Barbara for 28 years then retired back to Arizona. Celia will be laid to rest with her husband, Daniel Acosta. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not die but have everlasting life." - John 3:16. Till We Meet Again Mom. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday, November 8, 2021 at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel), 240 S Stone Ave, Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Interment will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery, 3555 N. Oracle Rd. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

ARMSTRONG, Angie

With great sadness, the family of Angie Armstrong announces her passing on Monday, November 1, 2021. Angie was born on August 29, 1955 in Indianapolis, Indiana and came to Tucson in 1977 to work as a special education teacher in the Marana School District. She loved being a mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and teacher! Angie took immense pride in teaching hundreds of children to read and fostering imagination during her long teaching career, which spanned several decades. Even after retirement, her face would light up when she had children over to her house to swim, get extra reading and math help, watch a movie, bake cookies, or just visit. Angie and her husband Tom loved to travel! They made it a point to visit all fifty states and seven continents, laughing about swimming in Antarctica on Christmas Day 2005. Angie faced the threat of cancer with the same fortitude, generosity, and positive outlook that have always been part of her. Having been given "two, maybe three" years to live in 2013, she defied those odds, participating in every cancer trial she could, no matter how hopeless, because "you never know, it might help someone in the future," and she brightened the days of fellow patients in the chemo wards by showing them how to keep their hair. In her remaining time, she focused on the needs of her family, attended her son's wedding, celebrated the birth of two grandchildren, and told thousands of great stories and jokes, always with a twinkle in her eye. Angie is survived by her husband of 34 years, Tom Armstrong; her children, Jenny Lentz and Scott Armstrong (Lauren) and grandsons, Wyatt and Andrew. She is also survived by her brother, Kevin and his son, Kurtis (Amanda). Other surviving members of her family include stepsiblings, Terri (Dave), Gordon (Carolyn), Dan, Dallis, Kevin Christopher (Brenda) and Chad, as well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Esther and Claude Mitchell; father, Jim Bellamey (Allis) and stepbrother, John. Angie is also survived by a multitude of friends who will remember her generosity and selfless nature, as well as her strength, including during her multi-year battle with cancer. She was a life-long learner, a movie aficionado, and a person who always strived to create joy for others. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to one of Angie's favorite charities that assist children in need, including Casa de los Niños, Gabriel's Angels, and CASA Support Council of Pima County, or to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute where Angie's family will be making a donation in her name. Arrangements by AVENIDAS CREMATION AND BURIAL.

FROHLING, Edward "Ed"

Sebastian

97, passed away on November 2, 2021, in Henderson, NC. Often referred to by family and friends as "larger than life" Ed was the eldest of seven children, he was born in Princeton, NJ on March 26, 1924. Ed attended the Lawrenceville School and graduated from MIT in 1948, earning a degree in metallurgy.

Ed volunteered for and served in the U.S. Army 293rd Engineer Combat Battalion and fought in the European theatre, landing on the shores of Normandy on D-day +6. Toward the end of the conflict in Europe, his squad of 13 men captured ~ 400 German soldiers.

While at MIT, Ed developed the Dutch States Cone, a classifier for mineral processing, still universally used by the industry. He began his career at Climax Molybdenum Company and in 1969 formed Mountain States Mineral Enterprises, moving to Tucson, AZ. During his tenure the company designed and built mineral processing facilities around the world, as well as the first plant in Round Mountain, NV that used the heap leach method, a process for recovering gold from low grade deposits still in use today.

Ed received numerous accolades and awards during his career, including Man of the Year in Tucson (1975), AIME's Charles F. Rand award (1982), and the distinguished citizen award from the University of Arizona. Ed cofounded the Mining Club of Tucson and helped form the Pima County Community Foundation and the Pima College Foundation. He was a member of Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

Ed is survived by his siblings, Marie Frohling, Betty Curtiss, John B.M. Frohling and Lucien O. Frohling; his three children, Edward Jr., Laura and Matthew; stepdaughter, Rebecca Clayton Hoyt and five grandchildren. A Memorial Service is scheduled on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Springdale Country Club in Princeton, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to "Four Seasons Hospice" 571 S. Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731.

GARB, Hildreth

of Tucson and Centennial, Colorado died gently and peacefully at home on Saturday, August 21, 2021. She was surrounded by family and loved ones. She was 95 years old.

Hildreth is survived by her three sons, James (Candace), Gordon (Cynthia), and Richard (Elizabeth); two grandchildren, Amy (Jeff) and Eddie; three great-grandchildren, Morgan, Jensen, and Wyatt.

Hildreth was predeceased by her husbands, Edwin Loeb (1951) and Solomon Garb (1982), and her grandson, Adam (2013). Born and raised in New York City, Hildreth attended PS6 Elementary School. Later she went to Julia Richmond High School, then Penn State University, where she pursued a degree in Ceramic Engineering 1947.

In 1961, her family moved to Columbia, Missouri, where Solomon took a position as a Professor at the University of Missouri Medical School. Hildreth loved working with children and chose to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Missouri. She earned her Master of Arts in Speech Pathology in 1966, then she joined the Mid Missouri Mental Health Center as a Speech Pathologist. She also continued her studies with an eye towards earning a PhD. In 1970 the family moved again, to Littleton, Colorado, when Solomon became the Scientific Director of a cancer research hospital in Denver. Hildreth joined the Littleton Public Schools as a Speech Pathologist and served in the school district for the next two plus decades. She helped establish Project Child Find. The goal of these programs was to provide developmentally appropriate early intervention for children so they could be successful in school, and in life, regardless of their abilities. Hildreth was a mentor to staff within Littleton Public schools and, left a lasting legacy. In 1989 Hildreth retired and had the opportunity to house sit in Tucson for that winter. She loved Tucson and discovered a passion for making jewelry and attending the symphony and the many theater productions. She became a snowbird and divided her time between Littleton and Tucson.

Hildreth leaves behind her loving family and a network of friends around the world from all ages of her life. A Memorial Service was held on September 14, 2021 at Temple Sinai in Denver, Colorado. She was laid to rest with her husband at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver.

Donations can be made in Hildreth's name to one of her four favorite charities: Community Food Bank Inc., Tucson, Arizona (520) 622-0525; University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (713) 792-3450 giving@mdanderson.org; Operation Smile Colorado (720) 840-1724 or Tu Nidito Children and Family Services, Tucson, Arizona (520) 322-9155.

Anyone who has a story of Hildreth can send it directly to the family. Hildreth Garb touched many lives in her 95 years on earth. She was a remarkable and inspiring woman, a wonderful mother, relative, friend, and mentor. May her memory be a blessing. Arrangements by HORAN & MCCONATY.

GILMORE, John Richard

John began his journey in Chicago in 1940. After stops along the way, including a long one in Seattle, John found his home and heart in Tucson. He embraced the desert in all it's extremes. He loved it's plants and critters, smells and tastes. His journey ended suddenly and unexpectedly, on October 10, 2021. John was a one-of-a-kind guy. He was caring, compassionate, kind, funny and very smart. He cared about the plight of others and made it his mission to encourage the concept of Human Dignity. He was the guy with the hand-lettered signs on Swan and Fort Lowell during election seasons. John earned a BS in Journalism from the University of Kansas and an MA in Whole Systems Design from Antioch University in Seattle. He worked in publishing and commercial printing, then found his true calling as a teacher/counselor with behaviorally challenged children. He had a great rapport with, and impact on, these kids.

His daughter, Kristina Rodabaugh, Seattle, and her children, Emily, Nicholas and Max - we're his joy. All three grandchildren are bright and athletic, and John was a proud and supportive grandpa. He is survived by Kristina, his grandchildren, his life partner, Kay Henshaw; sister, Mary Glaser of North Carolina; Maizy, his golden retriever who misses her papa every day and lots of nieces and nephews. There will be a celebration of John's life on Sunday, March 13, 2022 in Tucson. Details will follow. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.

JANES, Tim

11/23/1946 - 11/2/2021

Actor, fundraiser, leftist, queer activist, "crazy cat lady, " amateur photographer, friend, uncle, son, brother.

For more information: memories, photos and a future Celebration of Tim's life, email lizzie.schloss@gmail.com

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"Good night sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest." - Hamlet: 5.2.

JOY, Joyce

Born Llano, Texas 1930. Died Tucson, October 29, 2021.

Raised in the Texas Hill Country, Joyce moved to Arizona at age 12, living in the Safford area. She moved to Globe-Miami in 1951 and lived there until 1960. Met and married Jim Joy in 1961. Due to Jim's employment in the road construction industry, they lived all over the state of Arizona as Jim worked building bridges and other concrete structures on Interstates 10, 40 and 19. She made a wonderful home for her family, wherever they lived. From Fredonia to Prescott to Kingman, Flagstaff, Salome, Gila Bend, Buckeye, Tucson, Yuma and Gila Bend. In 1980, Joyce and Jim moved to northern New Mexico, built a home in the mountains northwest of Santa Fe and lived there for five years. In 1985, they moved back to Arizona, once again following the itinerant life of construction. Retiring in 1989, they built a home in Cordes Junction, but Jim died in February 1990. Joyce lived in Cordes Junction until 1994, when she moved to Tucson to live together with her daughter, Pat.

During the ensuing years, Joyce and Pat travelled extensively across the United States, great fans of our beautiful National Parks, and discovering an interest in presidential libraries. Over the years they visited the libraries of every President from John F. Kennedy to Bill Clinton. Few mothers and daughters enjoyed the deeply loving relationship that Joyce and Pat had, which was always evident, and only grew stronger through the years. Never one to say a bad word about anyone, always greeting life's joys and sorrows with an attitude of "doing what it takes," Joyce led and taught by example. As her daughter, I will miss our daily laughter and just being together. A mother to be proud of, I will miss her always, but go on as she wanted me to.

Survived by daughter, Pat Joy. Preceded in death by husband, Jim Joy; mother, Myrtle Callaway Wimberley, and sister/cousins, Lucille Hill, Cecelia Stewart, Josephine Maples and Jerry Crane. No services are planned, a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Remembrances to Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER.

KNIPE, Peter Anthony

12/16/1941 - 12/30/2020

Peter Knipe was the first child of native Tucsonans Fredric and Edith Knipe. He was a sportsman, game player, puzzle ponderer, craftsman, laborer and Christian, but above all he was a devoted son, brother, cousin, uncle, godfather and friend. His survivors include siblings, Fred, Mary, Nina and David. He was the most amiable person many in his circle of influence will ever know.

Peter attended Saints Peter and Paul School and Salpointe High School. He worked for nearly 30 years in the concrete casting business started by his father, and later as a valuable employee in the hospitality industry, where he received awards for his service and the admiration of his co-workers. He was dependable and gregarious. He was handsome, tall with dark wavy hair, had a beguiling smile and was quick to laugh and find humor in nearly everything. He was charming to adults and adored by children.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Black Oak Cemetery, Elgin, AZ. Reception to follow at Hacienda Corona de Guevavi, Nogales, AZ. Please RSVP to Nina at 520-403-0193 for information if you plan to attend. The family wishes to thank Pete's many gifted caregivers who inevitably became his beloved friends. Pete was not at all mysterious, yet he provoked wonder. His equal will not pass our way again.

MARTINEZ , Conrado L.

11/2/1922 - 10/30/2021

Conrado was a Tucson native born to Carlos and Maria Martinez. Conrado, a WWII veteran proudly served with Company B-736th Tank Battalion under General Patton throughout Europe. He was proud of his service to his country. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus and a local Teamster. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Alicia and children, Charlie Martinez and Annie Escobar. He is survived by son, George (Mary); 12 grand, 26 great and seven great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. Services will be held on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at St Monica Church, 212 W. Medina Rd. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m., Rosary at 10:00 a.m. and Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Holy Hope. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wounded Warriors Project.com or St Monica Church. We Love and Miss You Dad. Rest in Peace.

MUTH, Douglas Raymond

10/26/1928 - 10/22/2021

Doug was born in Seattle, Washington to Esther Aldean Raymond and Lawrence Reinholdt Muth, and was the oldest of two brothers, including David Lawrence Muth who survives him. His two daughters, Leslie Moon and Allyn Van Dusen, were with him in his final moments. His son, Ross Brennan, and Ross's wife Teresa, called him daily from Switzerland during his last month. Leslie and Allyn's spouses are also Doug's friends: Duncan Moon and Jerry Wolf.

He passed away four days before his 93rd birthday. When Doug made a decision, he was not one to wait. He joins his wife of 48 years, Sydney Marie Sherlie Muth, on the other side.

Doug was a University of Washington graduate and was the definition of a self-made man. He was self-employed in real estate, flipping over 100 houses in his career before it was popular on TV. He created his own Seattle car sales business called Muth Motors in the 1960s. Doug was an Army Veteran and served in the Korean War. Doug had both an engineering and an intensely creative mind. In his last year, he did a beautiful renovation job on his home, bought two new cars, joined a pandemic family writing club called Desert ROC, and created many wonderful paintings while rediscovering his artistic talent after his beloved Sydney passed. He published a book called Think Thin, about how to handle overeating, and he was working on a book on flipping houses. He also assisted in writing a book about Bermuda Dunes, CA when he lived in Palm Desert.

Doug's four grandchildren are Miles Raymond Van Dusen, Hayley Dayis Van Dusen, Dominick Douglas Boyle, and Kelsey Maureen Boyle. It must be said - they are all artists.

His family and friends celebrated his 93rd birthday posthumously via Zoom at his Tucson home, participating from as far away as Columbia, South America, Switzerland, New York, Chicago, Seattle and San Francisco. He set the bar high, and we will all follow in his artistic footsteps. We love you.

OLSTAD, Elizabeth Grace

12/7/1933 - 10/21/2021

Elizabeth Grace "Betty" (Olstad) Morton, age 87, passed away October 21, 2021 at Peppi's House Hospice in Tucson, AZ. She was born December 7, 1933 in Minneapolis, MN. Her parents were Dr. William John and Lella Belle (Tarter) Simon. She graduated from the University of Iowa and began her teaching career. She married Charles F. Olstad August 25, 1957 and they later moved to Tucson, AZ. They had four children together. Charles died June 28, 1976 in Tucson. Betty married Craig Slader Morton in 1995. He recently passed away September 12, 2021.

Betty spent her educational career with TUSD. She taught at Richey Elementary, then Manzo Elementary advocating for early childhood education. She later retired from Borton Elementary as a librarian. During that time, she obtained a masters degree, in education as well as a masters in library science.

Betty will be remembered for her love of books and politics (not necessarily in that order).

If you ever met her, she made sure that you knew you were "loved and adored". She had a way of making those around her feel relevant and special.

There are some who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone, the light remains.

Betty is survived by her three sons, Carl (Patricia M.) Olstad of Tucson, AZ; William Olstad of Tucson, AZ; Jan (Colleen M.) Olstad of Albuquerque, NM; One daughter, Lois (Michael) Meyer of Mt. Laurel, NJ; six grandchildren, Carl Porter and Rochelle Olstad; Charles James and Darren Michael Meyer; Ryan William and Emily Grace Olstad; one brother, Jay Daniel (Carol Ann Ellefsen) Simon of Prior Lake, MN and three nieces.

An informal gathering will be held Saturday, November 27, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Forty Niner Country Club outdoor pavilion, 12000 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona or Peppi's House Hospice at TMC. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

QUIROZ, Trinidad Castillo

On October 30, 2021 our beloved mother Trini passed away, age 104. She was born in Belen, New Mexico to Aurelia and Anselmo Castillo on September 20, 1917. She graduated from Belen High School and in 1942 moved to Tucson with her brother, Joe and family and worked at La Alianza, a Mexican-American mutual aid organization. In 1948 she married our dear father, Hector Quiroz. They owned and operated Allstate Market, Baker's Cafe (later Hector's Cafe), Pima Cafe and Treasures to Trifles. In addition to raising five children mother was active as a Cub Scout den mother and volunteered with Villa Maria Care Center. Her home was a central meeting place for long-time friends and a sewing club that made baby clothes for St. Elizabeth of Hungary. She was a loyal member of Catholic Daughters and the Legion of Mary. She loved bingo, slot machines, playing cards, crocheting and quilting. She was honest, true, faithful, fun, and lived on her own terms. Mom was much loved by all and will be greatly missed. She was pre-deceased by her husband, her son, David, and her siblings, Peregrina, Bernardo, Magdalena, Joe, and Frank. She is survived by her children, Gloria McLeod (Luther), Robert (Bernadette), Catherine Quiroz (Mark Balak), Charlie (Dahlia Sanchez); nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to her caregivers especially Ofelia and Elisa. Donations to St. Elizabeth Clinic at elrio.org are appreciated. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 15, 2021 at St. Ambrose Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

May She Rest in Eternal Peace.

SCALA, Andrew Joseph

74, adored husband of Kathy Kientz Scala, devoted father of Andrew and Theresa, spirited Italian grandfather of five, and big brother to four passed away October 29, 2021, and is now in the hands of God. In lieu of flowers, donations to commemorate Andy's love of building just about anything Kathy could dream of, are appreciated to Habitat for Humanity at https://www.habitattucson.org/giveAndrew Celebration of Life: Saturday, November 13, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Westward Resort, 245 E. Ina Rd., Tucson, AZ. The family requests that those who attend "In honor of Dad" to wear a favorite funky tie.

SIPE, Karen Marie Densmore

With deep sorrow we announce Karen Marie Densmore Sipe went to be with her Savior October 24, 2021.

Karen was born March 10, 1956, to Kenneth Lawrence Densmore and Barbara Lou Cleaver Densmore in Tucson, AZ.

In March of 1960, Kenneth Densmore married Janice Gayle Maddox Densmore and joined their families.

Karen was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and aunt who lived her life for others.

From cake decorating to sewing, her attention to detail was second to none.

She was a foster parent, caregiver, hospice home manager and finally a Branch Office Administrator at Edward Jones.

Karen was part of her high school choir and had the voice of an angel.

She lived a full life dedicated to serving and her deep love for her Savior radiated for all to see.

Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Jerry Lee Sipe; daughters, Julie Marie Sipe (Scott) and Jamie Lynn Sipe (Hade); grandchildren, Christopher Michael Hade, Justin Alexander Scott and Katie Sabrina Scott.

She was preceded in death by her parents and will be laid to rest at East Lawn Cemetery in Tucson, AZ.

Please join us in celebrating her life, remembering how she inspired us. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at donate.nami.org/karenmsipe Arrangements by LOZANO'S FLAGSTAFF MORTUARY.

SPRONKEN, John Peter

76, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on October 26, 2021. He was born in Montreal, Canada and immigrated to the US in 1957. He was a Vietnam Veteran, business owner, family man, a Knight in the SCA, a friend to many and truly one of a kind. The only thing bigger and stronger than him was his heart. John is survived by his partner, Sharon Dubois; children, Smith and Jacques, and four grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway with Visitation from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2021, reception to follow at Highland Vista Pool, 350 N. Cloverland from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

ST. CYR, Mildred "Millie" Doris

5/18/1934 - 3/12/2020

There will be a Celebration of Life honoring

Mildred "Millie" St. Cyr.

She was the wife to Emile E. St. Cyr, (Deceased). She had eight children, 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren

and many beloved in-laws.

Millie spent years providing childcare to others and volunteered as a teacher's aide, team mother, and Girl Scout leader.

Come celebrate her life with her family and friends,

Friday, November 12, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at

BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ.

Masks are required inside.

Interment follows at Holy Hope Cemetery, 3555 N. Oracle Rd.

ZAGONA, Salvatore Vincent

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in honor of Salvatore V. Zagona, who passed away of natural causes at age 100 on February 7th of this year. The event will begin at 3:30 p.m. in Porter Hall at Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way.

Salvatore's family will welcome friends, relatives, academic and business colleagues, students, and admirers to attend and share remembrances of his remarkable life. We will recall his successes as a civil servant, Navy quartermaster, student and professor, chef and businessman, and as a family man, who touched and influenced myriad lives in his century among us. We hope you will join us in remembering and honoring "Dr. Zagona and Mr. Caruso."