In memoriam: Funeral notices, June 12, 2022

Burns, Robert A.

Robert A. Burns, O.P., Ph.D., passed away on June 6, 2022. He taught Religious Studies in the College of Humanities at the University of Arizona from 1971-2016. He was ordained to the Dominican priesthood in 1961.

Dr. Burns was born in Oak Park, IL, on September 9, 1934, to Harold and Veronica Curran Burns. He is survived by his brother Richard (wife Carol) as well as many loving nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his brother Harold Burns (Jan), and his sister Nancy (Kevin Costello).

Mass will be June 14, 10:00am at St. Thomas More Catholic Newman Center at the University of Arizona. All are welcome. Carrillo's Tucson Mortuary is managing the funeral arrangements, and a full obituary can be seen on their webpage.

In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the Robert A. Burns Endowment at the University of Arizona (religion.arizona.edu/give) and/or the Southern Dominican Province (www.opsouth.org).

Cain, Barbara

Teacher, volunteer naturalist, political activist and mother Barbara (Moran) Cain died June 3, at her home in Tucson. Born in Des Moines on June 16, 1936, to Joseph E. Moran and Rada Leigh (Stanton) Moran, Barbara came to Phoenix from Missouri in 1943, traveling Route 66 west for a doctor-recommended move to a climate better suited to her chronic asthma. She attended the University of Arizona, joining Alpha Chi Omega sorority and the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, and earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees in education. She was preceded in death by her husband David L. "Larry" Cain in 1996 and by her son Samuel T. Polito on May 28. Barbara is survived by her children, Laurylie Norman (Blake Norman) of Phoenix, Rick Polito (Angela Innes) of Denver, and Lisa Polito (Alex Morris) of Tucson, as well as three stepchildren, and four grandchildren, Trevor and Chelsea Norman and Gianni and Finn Polito.

She married Larry Cain in 1981. The couple built a home at the base of the Chiricahua Mountains and enjoyed a happy retirement, exploring America by RV and traveling internationally. Barbara returned to Tucson after his death. A fascination with nature shaped Barbara's approach to education, and she taught hundreds of Tucson children at Wrightstown and Bloom elementary schools before finishing her career at Magee Junior High. She was also very active in politics, helping lead the 1978 TUSD teachers' strike and later organizing voter registration and outreach for the Pima County Democratic Party. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m., at the Catalina del Rey Clubhouse, on North Camino de las Estrellas, in Tucson. In lieu of flowers, Barbara requested memorial donations to the Tucson Audubon Society, the Pima County Democratic Party, and the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Arrangements by Avenidas.

Calandrella, William (Bill)

William (Bill) Calandrella passed away January 22, 2022. Born in Mesa, AZ, he grew up in Colorado Springs, attending Catholic school through St. Joseph's Military Academy (KS) and Regis College (CO). Working for IBM in Boulder, San Jose, and Tucson, he retired after 40 years. With his wife, he also served in Marriage Encounter leadership. Talented in many areas - landscaping, woodworking, construction - he could do and fix it all. His grandkids and all who knew him were entertained by his larger-than-life stories of both fabled and actual events. He enjoyed his Italian heritage, Cokes, licorice, model trains, line-control planes, dachshunds, Canasta, horseshoes, reading, friends, and extended family. Most of all, he deeply loved his wife Linda for 55 years and his children and their families of whom he was so proud: Amy (Tyler, Abby, Chloe) Whelan, Paul (Sara, Luca), and Laura. His funeral Mass will be Saturday, June 18, 10 AM, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 300 N. Tanque Verde Loop, a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Corpus Christi Building Fund. Cremation by Brings Broadway Chapel.

Carlsten, Ronald

Ronald Wayne Carlsten Sr., age 79, passed away May 29th, 2022 after a 14-month battle with leukemia. He was a quiet, gentle and spiritual man, who loved and provided for his family and made lifelong friends.

Born January 31, 1943, in Kingsport TN, he grew up in Park Ridge, IL, with parents Roy and Viola and twin brother Roy. He graduated from Park Ridge HS and earned a BS degree in Electrical Engineering at the University of New Mexico.

In 1978 Ron moved his family to Tucson where he worked for 30 years with IBM, encompassing much of his electrical engineering career. Ron loved motorcycle dirt bike riding and racing, waterskiing, snow skiing, and golfing. He restored and painted many hot rods, classic cars and motorcycles; winning many awards.

Ron is survived by wife Sally Raduenzel, son Ronald (Traci Morris) Carlsten Jr. of Phoenix, daughter Kathy (Bones Weikert) Carlsten of Heber-Overgaard, and twin brother Roy (Janice) Carlsten of McHenry IL, two grandsons, three nieces, and many great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, and his wife Janet Homola Carlsten of Cary Illinois.

A celebration of life will be held at Unity of Tucson Church, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Tucson AZ on Saturday, July 9, 2022. Visitation at 10:30 a.m. followed by Celebration of Life and Reception. Classic cars are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Gospel Rescue Mission in Tucson or Peppi's House Hospice at TMC.

Arrangements by Desert Rose Heather.

Dantzler, William H

William Hoyt Dantzler, MD, PhD, age 86, loving husband of Barbara, and father of Amy and Kurt, passed away suddenly at University Medical Center in Tucson, on Friday, May 27, 2022. Born August 25, 1935, in New Jersey, Bill moved to Milwaukee when he was five. After earning an undergraduate degree in English from Princeton University, he obtained a medical degree from Columbia in New York city. While there, Bill met and married Barb (July 25, 1959); he always said this was the singular accomplishment of his time in New York. In 1968, after earning a PhD at Duke University, Bill, Barb, Amy, and Kurt moved to Tucson, Arizona, where he joined the Department of Physiology (one of three founding faculty members) of the brand-new University of Arizona College of Medicine. Over the next 37 years, Bill became Professor and Chair of Physiology, initiated the Physiology undergraduate major, served as President of the American Physiological Society, and was recipient of two of that society's most prestigious career awards (the Berliner and Krogh Lectureships). During his career, Bill touched the lives of countless colleagues and trainees who remember his warmth, steady counsel, and the sincere respect he afforded all. Following his retirement in 2005, he continued his passions for reading, the theatre, art, swimming and traveling. Bill was predeceased by his loving son Kurt and is survived by his beloved wife Barb, daughter Amy, and brother Bob. In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to Sculpture Tucson, the University of Arizona Museum of Art, or the Rogue Theater. Arrangements by UofA Willed Body Program.

ENCINAS, Ysaura "Chawa"

93, of Tucson, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2022. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Edward Encinas; parents, Chito and Armida Vidal; brothers, Roy, Jimmy (Annie), Richard, Gordo (MaryLou), Tony Vidal and sisters, Petra Barreda (Chapo) and Pancha Ochoa (Conejo). Survived by children, Cristina Yribe (Bobby, decd), Eddie "Valie" Encinas Jr., (Frances), Beatrice Torres (George, decd.), Alex "Chiron" Encinas (Diane), Norma "Massie" Valenzuela (Lalo), Billy "Linges" Encinas (Martha); 23 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by brothers, Luis Vidal (Toni) and Barney Vidal (Toni); sisters, Olivia Lopez (Eddie), Terri Araujo (Juan, decd), Virgie Molina (Freddie), MaryLou Alvarez (Ricardo); sister-in-law, Frances "Panchita' Cortez, Gloria Vidal, Delia Vidal, Manda Vidal and numerous nieces and nephews.

Chawa was known for her big and forgiving heart. She taught us the meaning of life, forgiveness, and peace.

Chawa's greatest love was her family, making sure everyone was taken care of, her music, especially Mariachis. Enjoyed playing slots at the casinos and looking to see what goodies everyone would bring. As well as, enjoying a michelada every now and then by saying "Let me have a sip." Chawa also had a passion for her favorite baseball team the Diamondbacks. She was devoted to her faith and religion. In addition, she was an avid donator to various charities. She was a 47-year cancer survivor.

We would like to give thanks to all the staff at Emblem Hospice Tucson, the so-called Nurse Katie M., and Mandy Encinas for all their devoted care to "Nana." "What Nana wants Nana gets."

Some of her favorite sayings were " It is what it is," I'll see you when I see you" and "Peace Out".

Our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great- great-grandmother was an amazingly strong woman who will be deeply missed!

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 13, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel) 240 S. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701 with Rosary recited at 9:00 a.m. Mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery.

GILBERT, Dr. Rev. E. Reid

Reid passed away on May 28, 2022 in Tucson, Arizona. He was born on November 15, 1930 in Winston Salem to the late Rev. Peter and Stella Gilbert.

A celebration of Reid's life will be held on August 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis in The Foothills United Methodist Church, 4625 E. River Rd., Tucson. The service will be available on Zoom. If you're interested in attending via Zoom, please contact the family at EReidGilbert@gmail.com and you will be sent a link. AVENIDAS CREMATION & BURIAL is assisting the family.

Henry, Karen

(McGuire)

Left this world on June 03, 2022, with her family by her side after a battle with Myelofibrosis. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband, best friend and companion of 51 years William Henry; daughter's Natalie and Jennifer; son Joey; five Grandchildren; five brothers: Tim, Gary, Pat, Mike and Danny McGuire and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and extended family. Preceded in death by her son: Tom Henry, nephew: Jim McGuire and parents Joe and Helen McGuire. Karen had this ability to make everyone feel comfortable, welcome, secure and loved. Her sense of humor was second to none and her wit was razor sharp. Her family was her sole focus in life, and she worried over and took care of them until the end, sometimes to the exclusion of her own needs. Thru her most painful days, she never lost her sense of humor. Laughter was a part of our lives and has helped us thru the most difficult times. Mom, Your life was a blessing to us all. Your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. As per Karen's request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. There will be a Celebration of Life to come. Arrangements by Evergreen.

REICHLE, Dr. Alison

Dr. Alison Reichle passed away May 20, 2022, she was a lifelong passionate learner and teacher. Curiosity drove her to read voraciously (favoring history and archeology), to travel extensively, and then to share her newfound knowledge with relish. She earned her PhD in Education from The University of Arizona in 1978 and dedicated her career to the students that our educational systems too often fail. In 2014 she published Strange Knowledge: Stories from Desert Flower on the experiences of those teens, many of whom she successfully mentored into college.

An artist, poet, writer, researcher, and cook, Alison lavished those she loved with the pleasures of all these gifts. Her homes were always places of sweet refuge and nourishment of the body and soul. She loved music, taught herself guitar, sang, and even composed symphonies in her head but had inadequate skill for sharing them.

Preceded in death by her father, Alfred Reichle, and her mother Ercelle Reichle, she is survived by her stepson, Airain "Rain" Balén (Reiko); her step-mother Marsha Reichle; her sister Leslie Toney (Bert), nieces Lauren (Matt) and Diana, and nephew Douglas; cousins Mary Anne, Jean (Phil), and Stephanie (Pat); her sister-in-love, Julia "Jules" Balén (Heather); and a lifetime of friends, students, and chosen family in Albuquerque, Tucson, and around the world who miss her deeply and cherish her memory.

Riverside Funeral Home in Albuquerque is handling arrangements and details. A memorial is being arranged in Tucson in the fall, email lejulelejule@gmail.com for information.

SANDATE, Gabino C.

passed away on June 2, 2022. He was 92 years old. He was born in Terlingua, Texas on July 7, 1929. Gabino was a hard worker who started work at a very young age to help support his family. He worked from the cotton fields in California to the Macayo Mexican kitchens in Arizona where he learned how to cook his own fantastic Mexican dishes. In his later years he worked in the mining industry and in landscaping. He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and boxing's world champ, Canelo Alvarez. He is preceded in death by his wife, Olalia Sandate and his son, Gabino Sandate, Jr. He is survived by his son, Raul (Christina); daughters, Selma, Sally and Lisa; granddaughters, Becky, Alex, Melissa, Miquela and Brianna; grandsons, Joel and Gabriel; many great-granddaughters and great-grandsons. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, beginning at 8:00 a.m., at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, North Chapel. Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Augustine's Cathedral. Interment at Holy Hope Cemetery. Masks are requested Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

SCHOUP, Robert E.

born December 5, 1929,

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passed away on May 31, 2022.

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Beloved widower of Lora Schoup (Nee Fischer).

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Proud Father of Terry Schoup and Debra Schoup.

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Retired Battalion Chief

of the Tucson Fire Department.

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Arrangements by

ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.

Taylor, Jr., Cecil (Corky) R.

Cecil "Corky" R. Taylor, Jr. peacefully passed away May 20, 2022, crossing his final finish line. Beloved by many, he was an exceptional athlete and charismatic "people" person. Born to Patricia A. Taylor and Cecil R. Taylor, Sr. on October 31, 1933 in Kansas City, Missouri, he graduated from Southeast High School with athletic honors and attended Kansas State University (KSU) to play football and receive bachelor's degree. Corky was first round draft pick with the Los Angeles Rams NFL team, '55-'56 and in the US Army, '57. In 1964, Corky moved his family to Tucson, Arizona and had an impactful career of 27 years with the University of Arizona as an administrator. Corky enjoyed golfing, puttering in his garage and loved traveling, camping and boating. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Patricia G. Taylor; brothers Edward and Roger Taylor; son Mark Taylor and wife Kimberly; daughters Suzanne and Brenda Taylor; and three grandchildren, Zack Woods, Natalie and Nicole Taylor. Celebration of life TBD for Fall 2022. Email Suzanne.Taylor@nau.edu for details.

WOODRUFF, ALICIA QUIROZ

May 22, 1943 to May 12, 2022

Alicia Woodruff entered into eternal rest on May 12, 2022, in her Tucson home. She is reunited with her husband Stewart; parents Eliseo and Luisa Quiroz; brother Marco A. Quiroz; and sister Liz Q. Kelley. She is survived by her sisters Nini Q. Sickler, Rosemary Q. Poppe (Les), Mickie Q. Gelsinger (Paul), Misha Q. Clark (David), Eva Quiroz (Gale Hansen), and sister-in-law Irma Vanegas Quiroz, along with numerous loving nieces and nephews. Alicia was born in Sonora, Arizona on May 22, 1943, and raised in Tucson. She graduated from Tucson High School, University of Arizona (B.A. and M.A.) and received her Ph.D. from University of California, Davis. She was a lifelong scholar and educator; her passion was Medieval Iberian Peninsula Literature. During her lengthy career, she began teaching as a professor at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, where she met her husband, Stewart. They returned to California, and she taught at her alma mater UC Davis, then both moved East where she continued her teachings at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, N.H.; and later at Chicago State University until her retirement and return to Tucson. She fought a valiant 2-year battle with cancer and was almost in remission. She was an avid and involved political advocate. In addition to family get-togethers, she enjoyed travel, music, poetry, reading, and movies. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at a future date in Tucson. Arrangements by Neptune Society.