In memoriam: Funeral notices, January 15, 2023

Ellen Anna Schnoor Adams 95, Tucson, AZ, passed away after a brief illness with Covid, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Ellen was born on March 15, 1927, to Richard Johannes Schnoor and Ella Louise (nee Gloy), in Kleve, Germany. Ellen and her family arrived in New York City, on October 7, 1929; settling in Plainview, NB. She married Gordon Philip Adams, of Chatsworth, IA, in Pierce, NB, on June 1, 1947. They began their married lives in Sioux City, IA, living in Birmingham, AL, Los Angeles, CA, Houston, TX, and in 1968, permanently in Tucson, AZ.  Needlepoint and dogs were her passions. After working at home raising her children, Ellen did private house cleaning for several families which she thoroughly enjoyed. She is survived by daughters, Linda (Bob Doughty) and Vicki; sons Jeff (Sheree Lebo), Scott (Debbie Godwin), and Craig (Dottie Fargason); grandchildren, Shawn Doughty (Christy Hebert), Lisa (née Doughty) Bartley (Ronin Bartley), Chad (Marcy Helmick), Chris (Sam Russell), two great-grandsons, and a great- granddaughter, Claire. Ellen was predeceased by her husband, and her mother and father, as well as, her sisters Mary Ann Frahm, and Hilda Emma Hayden. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Humane Society of Tucson.

Beverly (Chilicky) Bethel, 55, passed with family and friends by her side on December 21, 2022, at Tucson Medical Center. Beverly was an Arizona native, graduating from Clifton High School and living in Tucson for 25 years with her husband Shawn. She was an office worker, restaurant server, bartender, and caregiver. Beverly had a great passion for caring for people, reading, dancing, gardening, and traveling. She was a voracious reader and a fierce competitor in Scrabble and Jeopardy. Oh, how she loved music and loved to dance! She was an avid lover of dogs, especially her beloved schnauzer, Fernando. Shawn and Beverly often traveled to Pinetop with their dogs and took a wonderful anniversary trip every October. Beverly was loving, caring, smart, and beautiful.      Beverly is survived by her husband Shawn Bethel, father Samuel Robert Carl Bradley, mother Fernanda Gallardo, older brother David (Gailee) Chilicky, twin brother Carl (Sarah) Chilicky, younger brother Robert Chilicky, and many extended family members as well as a multitude of fabulous friends. Special thanks to our friend, nurse Kelley Herndon. At the request of the family, there will be a private memorial. Beverly's ashes will be spread in her favorite places. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Phoenix Mayo Clinic. Beverly will always be loved, never forgotten, and dearly missed.

On Jan. 2, 2023, Robert (Bob) Lloyd Burkholder, loving husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend left this world for a better place at the age of 90 and a fully lived life. Born on Feb. 3, 1932, in Williamsport, PA, he was the youngest son of Raymond and Helen Burkholder. At 14, the family moved to Tucson AZ. Bob graduated from Tucson High (Class of '50) and earned a BS Degree in Bus Admin from U of A. Bob met and fell in love with Martha Ann Cervantes and married in 1960. A job oppt w Thiokol Corp took the family to Brigham City, UT, then PA and back to UT until he retired after 30 yrs. They returned to Tucson for next 30 yrs and enjoyed traveling in their RV. Bob was a simple man who truly loved his family and we're forever grateful for his loving patience. Bob was predeceased by older siblings, James and Jayne. He is survived by his wife Martha after 62 yrs of marriage, his four children: Lois (David), Michael, Robin (Tanna), Lisa (Allen), his eight grandchildren: Jennifer, Dawn Jacqueline, Elizabeth, Elena, Braden, Reilly and Nathan, his six great-grandchildren, 1 niece and 2 nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at the home of Kelly Burkholder, 3001 E. Kleindale, Tucson, on Feb 4 from 2 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to National Parks Foundation or plant Arizona Memorial Tree in Bob's honor.

Beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Charlotte Carrillo, sadly left us on January 8, 2023, at the age of 90. Charlotte was born in Tucson on November 6, 1932, the oldest child of Mary and Charles Calvillo. She is survived by her sister, Alice (Moreno); her husband of 69 years, Genaro S. Carrillo; her four children, Victor (Janet), David, Christina (Rod) and Margaret (Pete); three beautiful grandchildren, Kathleen, Melinda and Maria and one perfect great-grandchild, Madelyn. Charlotte will be missed greatly by her family, her dear friends, and all who knew her as a vibrant, intelligent, loving woman. She loved nothing more than taking care of others, and she would want all who miss her now to look to one another for comfort and care and enjoy this precious life fully. Mass will be offered in her honor on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by Bring's Broadway Chapel. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to fund Alzheimer's research, Pima Council on Aging, or any charitable organization that will help your loved one's age with grace and dignity.

Celebration of Life 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., January 22, 2023, at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge, Tucson, Arizona. Everyone is invited to celebrate John's life. Stop by, light a candle, write a memory, and share a store about you and John. Due to Covid the celebration was postponed until now for everyone to be able to attend. -- John was with the Adair Funeral Home for 52 years. He also had his own business Chapman Accounting & Taxes. His love was volunteering and many of you knew him through Reid Zoo, working with the Firemen's Association and Missing in America. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating John's life.

Barbara Ann Crawford, "Grandma Kitty," (nee Burrows), born in Tucson, Arizona on Oct. 20, passed into the arms of her Savior Tuesday, December 27 at the age of 90 after a lengthy bout with dementia. She is survived by her husband, Edward; three children, Tom (Cathy) Sue (Mary) and Cherie, and nephew Eric (Linda) Burrows.  She also has three grandsons, Ben (Kelsey), Sam and Jacob; three granddaughters, Kim Rusthoven (Adam), Katie, and Lily; and four great-grandchildren, Charlotte and Jack Crawford, and Eddie and Patrick Rusthoven.  Her parents, Herb and Ruth Burrows, brother Tom Burrows, nephew Chris Burrows, and grandson Timothy Crawford precede her in death. There will be a celebration of her life at Desert Skies United Methodist Church at 3pm, Saturday, Jan. 28. It is located at 3255 N Houghton Road, Tucson.

Catherine Kummer DeWitt, age 82, peacefully passed away in Tucson, AZ on October 24, 2022. She was born in Milwaukee on October 9, 1940 to the late Milton F. Kummer and Elizabeth (Reiss) Kummer and was raised in Sheboygan, WI. Catherine graduated from the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul, MN and soon after married Peter Allan DeWitt. She worked as a nurse until she had her children. While raising her children, Catherine earned an accounting degree from Lakeland College.  Catherine is remembered for her dedication and commitment to her large family, her love of baking, trout fishing with her father, her sense of humor and contagious laughter and for being a gracious host for special occasions. She loved visits from her large extended family, taking her 18 grandchildren on desert hikes, bird watching and swimming. For nearly 30 years in Tucson, Catherine was a long-time active member at St. Thomas the Apostle and Skyline Country Club where she was an avid tennis and golf player.  Catherine is preceded in death by her husband, Peter, her parents, Milton and Elizabeth and her sister Judith Jaeckels. She is survived by her seven children - Ann, Barbara, Joan, Peter, Elizabeth, David and Robert - and 18 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, her brother Martin Kummer, and her sisters Elizabeth Kummer and Anne Kummer.  A visitation will be held on January 20, 2023 at East Lawn Palms in Tucson, AZ from 5:00-7:00pm. A Memorial Mass for Catherine will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at St. Thomas the Apostle in Tucson, AZ at 1:30 with a reception to follow. Internment of Ashes at East Lawn will be held at 10:30 on January 21, 2023.  In lieu of flowers, consider honoring Catherine's memory through a donation to a Catholic Charities program of your choice. 

Glady went to be with God on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. She is survived by her five children, Joan, Mike, Kitty, Tricia and Dave; their spouses, 17 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was married 62 years to Michael A Dorsch, who predeceased her on August 10, 2010. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed raising her children, volunteering and entertaining. She was a creative woman who enjoyed sewing, making jewelry and doing needlepoint and other crafts. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. Visitation 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 15, 2023, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Mass will be offered 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 16, 2023, at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo. Entombment 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Holy Hope Mausoleum. Contributions to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona are suggested in lieu of flowers.

Daniel passed away very peacefully on December 8, 2022 at 5:35 in the evening at home with his loving family and friends by his side. With Dan's love of sunsets, the Lord saw fit to grace us with an amazing one that evening and we said goodbye with the song "Jesus is just alright with me" by the Doobie Brothers, one of Dan's favorites. Dan was born in Tucson, AZ on July 17, 1951 to Victor and Cleo Hicks. He leaves behind his much loved wife of 48 years, Susan; sons, Daniel McLain and Darren Andrew; daughters-in-law, Jamie and Katie (who were loved like daughters); grandchildren, Jaylee (19), McKenna (16), Ashlynn (12), Quinn (13), Owen (10), and Reagan (6). They each brought such joy to his life. As was common for Dan, he gave them all nicknames of which were appropriate to each! He also leaves behind nieces, Jacquelyn Hoey Sell and Kimberly Hoey from his sister, Jana who predeceased Dan, and his "Carson" family whom he loved deeply. Growing up Dan went to Davidson elementary, Doolen Jr High, and graduated from Catalina High School in 1970. He started his 40-year career with Southern Pacific Railroad on November 21, 1971 as a brakeman and later was promoted to conductor. Dan was involved with many railroad programs during his career which included Operation Life Saver, Operation Redblock, Peer Support, United Way, and Red Cross. After he retired in 2011, Dan joined NARVRE (National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees) an organization formed to protect railroad retirement funds. He became President of Unit 63 here in Tucson and remained so until health concerns forced him to resign last November. With the Operation Lifesaver program, Dan would hand out Cross Buck pins to kids all over the US from Massachusetts, Georgia, Washington D.C., Alaska, and all points in between. He saved many a parent from screaming kids by offering the pins which would quiet them immediately, much to the parent's delight! Dan also loved working at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum helping with displays and talking to visitors from all over the world. He sat on the board of the museum to offer suggestions of how to improve it. Dan loved his church and showed it by becoming part of the "property brothers" who kept the campus and memorial garden always looking well groomed. He worked 3 to 4 days a week and got to know all the kids in the daycare and preschool. Dan was given a small bible when he was six which he carried in his grip and would read it while away. His compassion and love for his fellow human being was a gift that he shared with so many. During his health journey these last 17 months, Dan made many friends at Arizona Oncology, St Joseph Hospital, and The Mayo Clinic in Phoenix. Many cards of encouragement were received from people who loved and admired his quick wit and funny personality. As for his family, his sons Mac and Darren (of whom Dan was so proud of the men they became) will forever miss their dad who taught them the book of life ("and don't skip chapters"). His "daughters" who will miss his love and wit. His grandchildren who will forever miss their "Papa" and his life lessons, and Dan's loving wife Susan who will keep him alive in her memories of love and laughter forever. May your memories of Dan bring a smile to your face and peace in your heart until we all meet again. A celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Saguaro Christian Church, 8302 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85710. In lieu of flowers, Dan asked that any donations go to the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, 400 E. Toole Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701. Rest easy my love.

passed away on December 17, 2022, at the age of 80 years. Rex is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Cheryl; his children, Jonathan, Kimberley; grandson, Michael; his brother, Dwaine (Rose) Goodwin of Missouri and his sister, Moria Zimbicki of California; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rex lived an extraordinary life. Born in November 1942 in Glendale, Oregon, Rex later lived in California, Oklahoma, Pakistan, Afghanistan, New York City, Pittsburgh and, for the last 53 years, in Tucson. Upon graduating from Mendocino High School in California in 1961, Rex entered the military where he taught at the Army Information School in Oklahoma and began his academic career with night classes. After discharge, Rex continued teaching at The American Schools in Karachi, Pakistan and Kabul, Afghanistan. Rex graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Pittsburgh. His Master's and Doctorate Degrees were completed at the University of Arizona. For 50 years, Rex and his wife Cheryl owned and managed numerous real estate investments in the Tucson and Phoenix areas to which Rex brought his business acumen. When not engaged in Masonic activities, writing, teaching and business ventures, Rex was a motorcycle and sports car enthusiast with an affinity for Corvettes. Rex never limited his quest for knowledge nor his willingness to share his knowledge. He was in his element when assisting others in increasing their knowledge and honing their communication skills. Rex was a voracious reader; his curiosity was near boundless. Having travelled to dozens of countries and having amassed a personal library of more than 25,000 non-fiction titles. Rex was, indeed, a Renaissance Man! In 1982, Rex was drawn to Freemasonry. In the ensuing forty years, he became a world-renowned Masonic leader, scholar, teacher, and author. Rex became a 33rd Degree Mason in 1989 and in 1995 received the Grand Cross, the highest honor which the Southern Jurisdiction reserved for the most exceptional and extraordinary services. Most recently, Rex was appointed Deputy of the Supreme Council for Arizona. He truly experienced one of the most amazing Masonic journeys in the history of Freemasonry. Rex forever enjoyed engaging with his many friends. He always welcomed a game of chess with friend Tim Allen. His adventures included trips to Panama and Peru with friend Randy Stern and a trip to Prague with friend, Peter Reardon. Since 2019 Rex's passion was designing and creating a unique library at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Tucson with fellow Mason, co-designer and good friend, Bob Kille. Bob will lead the effort to move Rex's vision for the library to fruition. A celebration of Rex's life will be held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral,160 S. Scott Avenue, Tucson on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Rex's family extends an invitation to all whose lives Rex has touched, whether within Freemasonry or the community. Donations in Rex's memory may be made to the Tucson Scottish Rite Cathedral Foundation toward completion of his beloved library. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

On the afternoon of December 10, 2022, Mary-Claire Hermance Ketchum passed away at Tucson Medical Center with her loving husband Dick at her bedside.   Mary-Claire was born on June 23, 1950 to Ronald and Claire Hermance in Batavia, New York.  She attended Notre Dame High School in Batavia and went on to graduate with a Bachelor's degree from Nazareth College in Rochester New York in 1972 majoring in Art.  Mary-Claire's first teaching assignment was in Clyde, New York where she taught art in the elementary school.  While teaching in Clyde, she met her future husband Dick on a blind date sailing on Lake Ontario with mutual friends.  They were married in 1976 and moved to Tucson, Arizona where Dick already resided.  Mary-Claire was employed by T.U.S.D. and taught high school art at Catalina High School for 19 years.  When her retirement was announced to a gathering of the students in the auditorium before graduation in 2012, the entire student body stood up and gave her a standing ovation.  She truly loved her students and they loved her.   Mary-Claire had a passion for art projects and her favorite was making all her holiday cards from Easter to Halloween to Thanksgiving and most of all Christmas.  She not only did all the art work for the cards, but printed them, cut them and placed them in envelopes hand addressed in beautiful calligraphic script.  Many friends remarked that her cards were so unusual and beautiful that they saved them and looked forward to the next one.  Sadly this year's Christmas cards (over 200 of them) have not been addressed and mailed.   Mary-Claire is preceded in death by her father, Ronald, her mother, Claire, and her brother Ronald Jr.  She is survived by her husband Dick, her sisters-in-law Kris Hermance, Kate (Andy) Gibbs, Ellen (Joe) Pullman, brothers-in-law Jim Ketchum, Dan Ketchum, many  cousins, nieces, nephews and her 3 beloved Yellow Labrador Retrievers, Matilda, Maizie and Momo.   At Mary Claire's request, there will be no calling hours.  Funeral services will be private for immediate family only.   Memorial donations can be made to:    Education Enrichment Foundation 5049 East Broadway Blvd. Suite #107, Tucson, Az. 85711  Or go to www.eeftucson.org.

Jim Kolbe was a man known not only for his convictions, work ethic, and integrity but also for a kindness, warmth, humility and generosity that illuminated all he did in life. Jim's achievements are awe-inspiring. Being born to an independent-minded Arizona cattle rancher and an elegant candy heiress from Chicago helped form Jim's own independent personality and integrity-filled values. Jim, a true trailblazer, left a legacy that makes the world a better place through his tireless efforts to preserve precious lands and cultural treasures, create sound economic policy, and promote free trade and the North American Free Trade Agreement. He touched our lives in so many ways—most of all as a true friend. He was many things to many people: a devoted and loving husband to Héctor Alfonso; a generous brother and uncle to his siblings and nieces and nephews; and the whip-smart kid of Walter and Helen Kolbe, who was determined to proceed with a plan formed early on his youth: to embark on a career in politics. He was successful on many fronts and was proudest of his role as mentor to the young men and women who benefited from his wisdom, experience, and expert advice. His plan took him on a remarkable journey, from page in the U.S. Senate, to a BA degree from Northwestern University, international studies abroad in cities in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, to an MBA from Stanford University, commander of swift boat operations in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam war for which he was presented with a Congressional Medal of Valor, six years of service in the Arizona Senate, and twenty-two extraordinary years of service in the U.S. House of Representatives. After his retirement from Congress, Jim became a senior Transatlantic Fellow for the German Marshall Fund, served on the board of counselors of McLarty Associates, and established JTK Consulting representing the interests of Arizona clients in the U.S. Congress. Born in Evanston Illinois on June 28, 1942 to Walter and Helen Kolbe, Jim soon became an Arizona boy at the age of 5 when his family moved to their recently purchased cattle ranch, Rail X Ranch, near Patagonia. He attended elementary and high school in Patagonia until the age of 15 when he began his political career as a page in the U.S. Senate, appointed by Senator Barry Goldwater. He graduated as valedictorian in his class at the Capitol Page School in 1960. His many years of community service included memberships on boards of directors of numerous organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Arizona and Washington DC. He was also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He received numerous awards and tributes, most notable among them is the George C. Marshall Award for Distinguished Service, the John S. McCain Award for Lifetime Service to Arizona, Tucson's Man of the Year, 2006 Arizona Heritage Award, and induction into the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame. Jim is survived by his beloved husband, Héctor Alfonso, sisters Beth Kolbe and Ginny Rousseau, sister-in-law, Mary Kolbe, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, and many friends and colleagues.  A Memorial Service for Jim will be held on Saturday, January 28, 3:00 PM at the Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway Blvd, Tucson. In lieu of flowers, contributions to any of the following charitable organizations in memory of Jim Kolbe are most welcome: Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, Casa de los Niños, Patagonia Youth Enrichment Center, the James T. Kolbe Scholarship fund at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Sandy died Dec. 24th at home with family. She was 85. Sandy grew up in Joplin, Montana, and was a graduate of Concordia College. A USAF wife, Sandy lived many places in the U.S. as well as France & Italy. Upon moving to Tucson in 1985, she worked at the American Red Cross, eventually becoming the lab director. She retired in 1997. Sandy enjoyed golfing, watching the UofA Wildcats, gardening, crafting with her great-granddaughter, and church choir. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sanford and Thelma Anderson of Montana; husband Louis, and daughter Susan McKee, both of Arizona. She is survived by her daughters, Lynn Hodges and Kerry (Rob) Groseth of AZ; grandson, Aaron Hodges of TN; great-granddaughter, Janice Hodges of AZ; sisters Jan (Jim) Anderson and Gail Vogl of MT, as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.  Memorial services will be held 1pm Sat. Jan. 21st at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church.

Octavio departed this world after a full life of achievement and self-discovery. He lived his 75 years with fierce determination to learn and he found fulfillment in all aspects of life which he joyously shared with his heartmate and wife Carolyn Sue Molera. During his six-year battle with cancer, Tavo and Sue made a full transition to plant-based eating—something he credited with giving him much more time to enjoy this world and his loved ones compared with many of the other patients in his treatment cohort. Still Tavo passed from this world much too soon, in the early hours of January 6, 2023 at his home in Tucson, AZ.   The youngest of eight children, Octavio was born June 3, 1947 to Artemisa and Pedro Molera in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. The family came to the US when Tavo was a toddler and settled in Nogales, Arizona where Octavio at the tender age of five and speaking mostly Spanish at that point, volunteered to go into an English-only class. He had confidence he would succeed in that class and he did. Meeting challenges with confidence was a theme he was to repeat throughout his life. After graduating from Nogales High School in 1965, Tavo earned a BS in Business Administration and Accounting from Northern Arizona University in 1969. While at NAU he also joined the Sigma Chi fraternity, an organization he contributed leadership to throughout his life.  After graduation Tavo moved to Tucson where he enjoyed a successful career in banking and business.  He spent much of his time serving the community in the following organizations: Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau * Tucson Airport Authority * Southern Arizona Water Resources Board * United Way Board of Directors * American Cancer Society * City of Tucson Citizens Bond Committee * State of Arizona Tourism Advisory Board *Governor's Housing Task Force * St. Mary's Hospital Foundation Board * Palo Verde Hospital Board * Chicanos Por La Causa Advisory Board * National Law Center for Inter-American Free Trade Board of Directors * Primavera Foundation Board of Directors. In 1995, Tavo made a decision that was to change his life. After decades working in business, he discovered a passion for counseling—and for imparting, especially to children, that behaviors can be changed and he wanted to help them find better ways to respond to life's challenges. To that end, he began by earning a Master of Counseling degree from ASU in 1997, followed by a PhD in Educational Psychology with emphasis in Counseling Psychology from NAU in 2005. For the next 13 years he devoted his talent and considerable energy to counseling and teaching, something he found incredibly rewarding. Tavo is survived by his beloved wife Sue with whom he enjoyed 34 years of marriage until his passing, his daughter Lisa Doan Molera, his stepson Richard Fergus, siblings Artemisa Damon, Hernando Molera and Yolanda Molera, and many other family members and friends he loved dearly.  Preceding him in death were his first wife, high school sweetheart and Lisa's mom Elaine Beverly Doan, as well as his parents Artemisa and Pedro, and siblings Raymond Molera, Cecilia Ellis, Pedro Molera, and Manuel Molera.   Services will be held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Nogales, AZ on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. A rosary will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 12 p.m.  In lieu of interment, Tavo chose to donate his body to the University of Arizona College of Medicine Willed Body Program. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated in Octavio's name to the Inn of Southern Arizona (theinnofsa.org) or any cause that touches your heart.

beloved brother, uncle, cousin and dear friend to many Tucsonians passed away peacefully on January 7, 2023 after a long bout with Parkinson's Disease.  Born in Tucson AZ on September 7, 1952, Mark lived his entire life serving the Tucson community.  He graduated from Tucson High School in 1970 and the University of Arizona:  BA in History and Athletic Coaching ‘74,  and MA in Secondary Education ‘78.  He taught History at Catalina High School from 1977 to 2014 and was also the Trojan's girls and boys swim coach.  He was an avid golfer, a member of the PGA and worked as the First Assistant Golf Pro at Randolph Golf Course from 1982 - 1993.  He was a life time Wildcat fan and season ticket holder for UA football and basketball and a regular patron at Bob Dobbs on 6th Street where he hung out with many of his friends and other Wildcat fans.  He loved his THS class of ‘70 and his attendance at his recent 50th THS reunion was very special to him. Preceded in death by his parents, Gerald Sidney Shaffer and Helen G. Urech Shaffer.  Survived by his brother, Paul F. Shaffer, nephews, William, Kenneth, Jeffery and Sidney Shaffer, niece Amber Lake, great-niece, Samantha Shaffer and many Tucson cousins. Mark's final resting place is next to his parents at South Lawn Cemetery. Per Mark's request "there is not to be a fuss made over me".

95, native Tucsonan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 12, 2023. He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Frances "Norma" Valdez; his children, Magdalena Palmer (Mark Powter), Victor (Linda Jadwin), Anthony (David Warner), daughter-in-law, Barbara; his grandchildren, Sonja Darcangelo (John), Coty Pedroso (Fabricio), Megan Valdez; his three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son, William "Billy" Valdez; his parents, Felix and Ramona Valdez and his siblings, Alex (Sally), Elias (Nellie) Evalina, Margaret, Manuel (Frances), Felix, Mary Helen Moreno (Fred). Arcenio was a combat veteran serving as an infantryman in the Army's 1st Calvary Division during the Korean War. He was a devout Catholic and could often be found volunteering as a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus 1200. Chito was an avid outdoorsman, golfer, and retired from the U.S. Post Office. Chito was still blowing kisses to the love of his life, Norma in his final days. He was an excellent dancer and enjoyed going to tardeadas (dances) with Norma. He will be remembered for his giving heart to his family and his service to the community. Visitation will be Thursday, January 19, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (North Chapel). Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, January 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Augustine Cathedral. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY.

Memorial for Gary Williams _____ Extended family, friends and colleagues, please join use to celebrate and honor Gary Williams' life _____ Saturday, January 21, 2023 2:00 pm The Tucson Rodeo Grounds - T Barn 4823 South 6th Avenue Enter off of Third Avenue