In memoriam: Funeral notices, July 12, 2020

BRESINA, Tom

85, passed away peacefully July 6, 2020 with his family at his side. Tom is survived by DiAnn, his wife of 63 years, his children, Stephen, Suzanne, and Elizabeth. And his five cherished grandsons. Tom was a well-known banker in Cochise and Santa Cruz counties. He retired in 1993. Tom and DiAnn treasure their family and loving circle of neighbors and friends. The Bresina family will plan a celebration of life at a later date.

DOBBIN, Kevin Michael

65, passed away in Port Orange, Florida on June 4, 2020. He was a great husband, father, son, brother and friend. Kevin grew up in Tucson, and attended Canyon Del Oro Highschool. He graduated from the University of Arizona, and relocated to Florida. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon O'Lesly Dobbin; two sons, Andrew and Ryan Dobbin; his mother, Maureen Dobbin, and his many brothers and sisters. Distance never separated us, he loved us well and we are so lucky to call him ours. A Celebration of his Life will be held at a future date.

GARRISON, Robert D.

Dec. 22, 1935 — June 19, 2020

devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and a man of deep faith passed into eternal life on Friday, June 19, 2020 following complications from a recent illness. He was able to return to the home he and his wife Connie worked so hard to build in Saddlebrook Ranch, AZ, where he spent his final days with family and close friends. Born in Davenport, IA, Bob spent his childhood and high school years in Rock Island, IL and graduated with honors from Alleman Catholic High School. He went on to become a generous and proud alumnus of the University of Iowa. For 30 years he was President & CEO of Garrison, Inc., a firm he founded in Chicago, IL, which advised developers, investors and building owners in the planning and execution of construction projects nationwide. A widely admired leader in his field, specializing in highly complex structures and deals, Bob consulted on numerous iconic and award-winning Chicago buildings including Two Prudential Plaza, the Hyatt Center, and the Garlands of Barrington; he was especially proud to take part in sensitive government projects for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, among others. He also specialized in healthcare/hospital projects with Central DuPage and Edward hospitals. Bob retired in 2015, after which he and his wife, Connie, moved to Arizona. An avid golfer, Bob was a long-time member of Ridgemoor Country Club and the Union League Club of Chicago. Together with his son, Montie, also an Iowa alum, he delighted in the annual intra-family collegiate sports rivalries that pitted his beloved Hawkeyes against the Cyclones of Iowa State, of which his daughters; Elizabeth, Maria and grandson Brock are proud alumni. Bob was happily married for 24 years to the love of his life, Connie. As true soulmates, they enjoyed traveling the world and experiencing life to the fullest — wonderful wine, fabulous food, the arts, architecture, politics, current affairs and world events. Bob had a wonderful sense of humor and a kind heart that will be dearly missed but never forgotten. He was a good listener and always made everyone feel important and at ease. Bob is survived by his wife Connie, daughters, Elizabeth (Jerry) Hunt, Maria (David Kohn) Garrison, son Montague (Yorivenia) Garrison, grandson, Brock Hunt and sisters, Judie Garrison Hoyt and Diane (Robert) Fuller. He was preceded in death by his parents Harold Arthur Garrison and Laura Josephine Dooley Garrison.

Services and a celebration of Bob's life are being planned for a later time. The family welcomes donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Bob's memory.

Rest in peace "Baby Boy," "Dooleybird," Dad and "B.O.B." You had a wonderful life and we all love you! Arrangements by VISTOSO FUNERAL HOME.

GODOY, Joe Monreal

born January 30, 1930, passed on July 5, 2020. Preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Rodriguez Godoy; his parents, Albino and Jesusita; sister, Rosario; brothers, Albino and Jesus; grandson, Kenny. He is survived by his children, Joseph (Teresa), Diane, Debbie (Bill), Darlene, Russ and Shawn. Also survived by his sisters, Velia, Manuela and brothers, Augustine, Arturo, Peter, George, Robert and Saul. Survived by 14 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren along with numerous family members and friends. Known to all as an extremely hard worker who worked until his late eighties. A quiet man who never complained and a loyal friend and father. May you rest in peace and may God take care of you always. Due to the current situation, a private graveside service will be held with a Rosary and Mass to occur at a later date. Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN.

GOOTT, Leslie Anne "Bambi"

Our hearts are hurting as our beautiful sister, daughter, grand-daughter Leslie "Bambi" Anne Goott, age 40, passed away from a long illness on July 8th, 2020 in Tucson. Arizona. She was born December 23, 1979 in Great Falls, Montana to Lance Goott and Sharon Lee Whitaker.

To honor her memory, she will be laid to rest next to her mother. At Valley View Memorial Park, there will be a private family service at a later date.

To view full obituary and leave condolences for the family visit www.valleyviewfh.com Arrangements by ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.

GOSS, Kathryn (Kay) F.

died on June 24, 2020, at Peppi's House in Tucson, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ella Vlassis; her father, Stanley Vlassis; her sister, Marie Koochagian; and her grandson, Lucas Nelson. She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Edwin J. Goss of Tucson, AZ; her daughter, Judith A. Nelson and son-in-law, Charles T. Nelson, of Tucson, AZ; her son, Steven E. Goss and daughter-in-law, Annetta L. Goss, of Noblesville, IN; her grandchildren, Nicholas Nelson, Abbey Goss, Katy Lively, and Michael Goss; her great-grandchildren, Whitman Lively, Esme Lively, and Amelia Goss; and her niece, Lynda Hayes. Kay was born on March 22, 1928, in Brooklyn, NY. She attended Hope College in Holland, MI, before marrying Edwin in 1947. Kay was a deacon at Faith Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, IN, and she attended Northminster Presbyterian Church in Tucson, AZ. She loved the arts and was a docent at The Indianapolis Art Museum. She also loved music and would often entertain people around her by singing Broadway tunes and popular songs from her youth. Kay loved to read and was a member of a book club in Tucson where she forged many friendships. A Memorial will take place at Northminster Presbyterian Church at a later date. For those wishing to honor Kay, please make a donation to the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY.

HENDERSON, Laura Mae Wise

entered eternal life on July 7th, 2020. She was born in Washington, PA on July 3, 1927 to William Wise and Caroline Ponzoo Winston. Laura was the 9th child in a family of 12 children. She is dearly remembered by her sons Joseph, Jamaal, Wm T. III (Willie); and a great niece, Darlene Bradley. There are many great, great nieces and nephews, several wonderful relatives and friends who helped her above and beyond the call of duty. Laura would want everyone to know how much Bill's family really helped her thru dark and dreary days. Laura graduated from East Washington High School in May 1946. She married Rev. Wm. T. Henderson on Easter Sunday 1948. They had 61 loving, devoted, caring years together. Bill preceded her to life eternal on May 16, 2009. Laura graduated from Washington Female Seminary in June 1948. It took 20 years before she finished her dream of earning a college degree. She graduated from Michigan State University in June 1968 from the College of Social Science with a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work and the College of Education in March 1970 with a Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Guidance. In high school she held the title of Washington's Best Babysitter! She worked weekends and over-nights. At age 15 she worked as a Domestic Worker and a dishwasher in Washington, Pennsylvania's largest restaurant (in addition to Babysitting). In 1956 she completed a nursing course that earned her an LPN license. She worked the next 12 years in this field of service. After she acquired her advance degree, she worked 25 years in three universities, Michigan State (14 years); University of Cincinnati (1 year, as a volunteer) and the University of Arizona (10 years) where she served as a Retention Specialist. Laura always stated how much she appreciated Trisha Linssen who she called her chosen daughter. She was so caring and loving to her; she also had a chosen son, (Gregory Sasarita) who helped her above and beyond the call of duty! In addition to the birth of their sons and adopted grandsons, Laura and Bill were parents to Wm. (Butsh) Bell, Welcome Duncan, Claudia and Christine Boyce, Wm. Lee Brown, Alberta Simms and Glenda Darlene Bradley.

Laura believed that her God-given assignment was "To live life to its fullest and to help others do the same with all the love and help she could give!!" Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER.

HILL, Margaret (Peg) White

90, formerly of Tucson passed away on June 20, 2020 of natural causes in Nogales, AZ. Peg was born in Sheffield, Alabama to William Culver White and Margaret Rogers White on September 30, 1929. In her senior year, Peg moved with her family to Tucson where she graduated from Tucson High School and attended the University of Arizona. She was married to the late Ben Chambers Hill Jr. on December 27, 1951 at St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church in Tucson, AZ. She is survived by her son, Michael Andrew Hill (Joni) and her daughters, Jenny Culver Hill (Bob) and Anne White Morris (Mike) and their children; and her brother, William Culver White, Jr. (Nancy); their children, William Culver White III (Elizabeth) and Whitney White Kozlowski (Stan) and their children. She was preceded in death by her husband, her son, Ben Chambers Hill III and nephew, Ross Hunter White. Peg was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority and the Junior League of Tucson. She loved her lifetime friends made in Tucson, enjoyed antiquing, playing cards with the Shanghai girls, and travels to England. She missed her family and the places of her early youth in Jackson, TN, Mobile, AL, and she especially loved her "Over the Bay" time in Fairhope and Gulf Shores, AL. Service to be announced at a later date. Arrangements by ADAIR CARROON MORTUARY INC.

JACOBSON, Joan T.

Long-time Tucson resident and supporter of the arts, Joan T. Jacobson, passed away gently on June 12, 2020 following a brief illness. She was 93.

Joan was predeceased by her son, Frederick (Fred/Fritz) Arthur Jacobson IV. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine (Cathy) Jacobson, Cathy's partner Jack Toner; her three grandchildren, Cole and Alec Jacobson and Kyndle Kuchera; nieces, Paula Woolsey, Lisa Jayne and nephew, Donald MacDonald Teer III; and numerous grand- and great-grand nieces and nephews.

Born July 19, 1926 in Jackson, Michigan, to Paula Lane Teer and entrepreneur Donald Teer, Joan spent much of her childhood on the family farm; she even attended a one-room school, then matriculated from Kingswood School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. She finished her education at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, where she was Phi Beta Kappa, graduating in mathematics and having learned to fly a piper cub.

After living and working briefly in New York City as an architectural color consultant, she moved back to the Midwest to raise a family in Evanston, Illlinois, where she became active in public affairs. Joan was a member of the League of Women Voters and a social, political and environmental activist. She worked with then-husband, and Greek actress Melina Mercouri, to bring democracy back to its birthplace. It was also in Evanston that she began weaving.

After moving to Tucson in the mid-70's she became active in the burgeoning cultural scene, continued weaving and helped found the Tucson Handweavers and Spinners Guild.

At the Tucson Museum of Art, Joan melded her passions for weaving, textiles and art. She served as the Chair of the Collections Committee and for many years served on the Board of Trustees, and volunteered as docent guide and educator. A self-taught expert on pre-Colombian textiles, she was a member of the Advisory Council for the The Textile Museum in Washington, DC.

As a long-time board member of the Arizona Friends of Chamber Music, she worked generously and tirelessly to support the Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival, commissioning four compositions by Czech composer Jiri Gemrot.

Her energy was boundless and she was a regular at all the cultural events in Tucson. She loved to travel to a variety of destinations, from India to Prague.

Donations can be sent to the Tucson Museum of Art, Arizona Friends of Chamber Music, or Tucson Handweavers and Spinners Guild.

Please go to joan-jacobson.forevermissed.com<http://joan-jacobson.forevermissed.com> for more information. Please note: we will NOT be using the legacy.com <http://legacy.com> site provided by the newspaper.

JONES, Gwelda Obera Houston

94, of Tucson, AZ. died on June 29, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years William M. Jones, Jr. and daughter Denise Regina. She is survived by their children, Timothy, Gwelda (Eugene), Tiana (Lionel), and Brian (Alice); 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild; nephews and nieces. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, mentor and dedicated volunteer for many years at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Tucson. She is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Mt Calvary Scholarship fund at https://tithe.ly/give?c=1905440 Enter all giving information and choose "Scholarship Fund" from the drop down in "To" OR Gospel Rescue Mission at gmtucson.com

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Arrangements: BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, Tucson on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Public viewing held at 10:00 a.m. MST with COVID guidelines. Private service held at 11:00 a.m. MST at BRING'S CHAPEL-Family Only. Viewing and service can be viewed by live video feed. Burial to follow at East Lawn Palms Cemetery, Grant Rd, 12:30 p.m. MST with COVID attendance guidelines.

MARTIN, Marjorie Joan

passed away peacefully in Tucson, AZ on July 1st, 2020. Margie was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and teacher. She will be remembered for bringing people together, for her never ending craft projects and for helping others in need. Margie was born in St. Paul, MN in 1932 and moved to Tucson after graduating from Macalester College. She taught for many years in TUSD and was passionate about making learning fun for her students. After she retired, she planned many special activities with her grandchildren, continued sewing, quilting and flower arranging, volunteered for Mobile Meals and Reading Seed. Margie had recently celebrated her 88th birthday. Margie is survived by her children, Don, Gordon and Lori (Tony); her grandchildren Robert, Bryan, Victoria, Conner and Taylor; and her great-grandchildren, Carter and Ivy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Martin, her sister, Mary Ellen Eckhoff, and her grandson, John Krause.

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A special thanks to the caring team at Elmcroft and TMC Hospice. Due to the current situation, a service is not scheduled at this time. Donations can be made in her memory to Mobile Meals, Habitat for Humanity, or the Community Food Bank. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER.

MCCLAIN, William Douglas

Died July 5 , 2020 at the age of 92. He was born May 21, 1928 in Springfield, IL, the son of Douglas and Jo June Knox McLain. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1946 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served until 1948. He attended Knox College and graduated from the University of Illinois in 1951. He earned an MA in Ibero-American Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1968. He married Bettye Thorp of Springfield in 1955. They divorced in 1958. He married Shirly Ann Smith of Shelbyville, IN in 1959 in Barbados, BWI. She died in 1985. He married Jean Blaser Shanahan of Milwaukee, WI in 1987.

Douglas was a reporter for the Illinois State Register and spent several years with the State Capital Information Service. In 1957 he was appointed to the United States Foreign Service and spent more than twenty years in American Embassies and Consulates in Central and South America, the Caribbean and Canada. During service in Washington D.C. he was a Visits and Ceremonial Officer with the Department of State's Office of Protocol. He served as a political officer in the Department of State's Office of Brazilian Affairs.

After retirement he became an Assistant Professor in the College of Letter and Science at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where he also was Assistant Director of the Institute of World Affairs. In 1983 he moved to Bend, Oregon. In 1986 he returned to Springfield, IL and in 1987 married Jean Blaser Shanahan. He was enrolled in the Astronomy Program at the University of Illinois, Springfield and participated in research projects at the Henry Barber Observatory. In 2005, Doug and Jean moved to Rosarito Beach, Baja California, MX. In 2013 they moved to Tucson, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Molly Becker. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Jean; daughter, Jo June McLain (Frank Wiesenmeyer) of Decatur, IL; step-son, Michael Shanahan (Pam); step-daughter, Robin Shanahan (James Gillerman); and a sister, Kathleen Hoogland. Other survivors include two step-granddaughters, Alexis Rich (Eric) and Laura Premo (Sean) and seven nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be given to the Douglas and Jean McLain Undergraduate ScholarshipFund at the University of Illinois Physics Dept. or the Nan and Harry Smith Scholarship Fund at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University via Jean McLain. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.

MUNGER, David H., M.D.

of Tubac, AZ., passed away peacefully on June 24, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born in Milwaukee, WI. January 23, 1936. David was brilliant, humble, caring and loved by all who were blessed to know him. He graduated from Northwestern University Medical School but did his undergraduate studies at Wisconsin and Iowa State, where he played guard on their football teams. David spent two years in the Public Health Service on the Navajo Reservation and finished his orthopedic surgery training at the University of New Mexico. He became Medical Director/Chief Surgeon of Carrie Tingley Children's Hospital in New Mexico and was in this position for seven years. He belonged to many medical organizations and received numerous coveted awards. In 1977 he and his family moved to Tubac, Az. He worked at St. Joseph's Hospital in the emergency dept. for 15 years. He became an avid mountain biker, competing all over the west. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Beth. He is survived by three siblings, his wife of 60 years, Janice, and by children, Brad, Molly, Mindy, and Max. His thirteen grandchildren affectionately called him Bubba. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospital For Children in honor of David H. Munger, M.D. (Phone 844-739-0849) Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME, INC

OCHOA, Jesus F. "Chuy"

December 25, 1960 - July 4, 2020

OUR KARAOKE KING Preceded in death by both parents, Francisco "Pancho" and Maria Carmen Ochoa; daughter, Julia Marie Gutierrez; grandson, Jesus Ochoa III. Survived by three children; 15 grandkids; nine great-grandkids and many siblings. Traditional services will be held Friday, July 17-18, 2020 at San Ignacio Church, Burial to follow at Monte Calvario Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. Chuy was known for his personality, laugh, most of all for his love of karaoke. We love you so much and will forever miss you. MAY YOU SPREAD YOUR BEAUTIFUL WINGS AND SING TO US FROM THE HEAVENS ABOVE WE LOVE YOU DAD! Arrangements by DESERT ROSE HEATHER.

OUSLEY, Curtis

75, born July 24, 1944 in Prestonsburg, KY.

Husband of Brenda Horn Ousley passed away July 6, 2020. Curtis served in the Air Force four years and Air National Guard reaching rank of Chief Master Sergeant before he retired in 2001.

Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY AND CEMETERY.

OWENS, Cleopatra Joan (Joni)

died 14 June 2020. Born in Fort Walton Beach, FL on 29 April 1949, Survived by her husband, Bill Owens of Tucson; sons, Sean Holland of Virginia Beach and Jason Holland of Tucson, and daughters, Leslie Nagy of Tuscaloosa and Jennifer Hickman of Atlanta. Also, four grandchildren (Craig Nagy, Jacob Serelis, Logan and Madison Lee, all of Atlanta) along with three siblings, two dogs, and many friends. She was a happy fun loving person who was loved by all who knew her. She did not want a formal memorial service but rather a celebration of life party with wine and snacks and good memories. Arrangements for the party will be made when social gatherings are again possible. Notifications will be by email and social media. We will provide the food and beverages, you bring the memories. A later party will be held in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

SIMON, Audrey Faye Rubenstein

97, passed peacefully on July 3, 2020. Born in St. Louis on June 29, 1923, she grew up in Steubenville, Ohio where she graduated high school. Earned her BA at University of Michigan in 1944 and moved with her parents Lew and Bluma Rubenstein and brother Farrell to Pittsburgh. Met her husband, Seymour Simon, in Pittsburgh in 1945 while she was working at United Press as a reporter; they married in 1946. Moved to NYC where she worked for TIME Magazine. After raising children Neil and Rob, she returned to work as an elementary school teacher and then later a district coordinator of math curriculum. Retired to Tucson with her husband in 1986; married to Seymour (deceased April 2019) for 72 years. Enjoyed going to the beach with family, all things cultural, reading, and completing the NY Times double-crostic puzzles in pen. Was a devoted, loving and sacrificing wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend to all. Survived by brother, Farrell Rubenstein and wife, Nancy in Pittsburgh; son, Neil Simon and wife Diane in Tucson; son, Rob Simon and wife Marisol in Denver; and grandchildren, Lauren Simon in Israel, Eric Simon in LA, Ben Simon in NYC, and Claire Simon in Colorado Springs. Family member Cantor Patti Linsky officiated at a private service.

SPAIN, Marion H (Lippert),

78, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2020. Marion was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years Jim and her granddaughter, Andrea. She is survived by her children, Lora (Armando), Linda, Chuck, grandsons Chris (Nicole), Jeremiah and great-granddaughter, Alana. Marion was originally from Manitowoc, Wisconsin, moved to Tucson as a teen and graduated from Rincon. She will be remembered for her sweet smile and generous heart. She will be missed dearly by those that loved her. Her family would like to thank the staff at Peppi's House-TMC Hospice for their loving care in her final days. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beautiful Savior Academy, PO Box 90925, Tucson, AZ 85752-0925. Arrangement by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

SULLIVAN , Harry J. Jr. "Jay"

April 29, 1954 - July 1, 2020

Born in Somers Point, N.J. - Jay had a passion for whatever he did. He worked for many years as a superintendent in the construction field. He was an avid surfer, loved the water & played golf regularly. Upon retirement he enjoyed gardening and being a golf club enthusiast. He took pride in all his work including his family. He is preceded in death by his father, Harry J. Sr. and brother, Keith. Survived by mother, Elizabeth, brother, Michael, wife Marilyn and children; Jason (Whitney) and Ali (Marc). Grandchildren; Wesley, William, Wyatt, Jaxon, Arianna and Cru. Sister in law, Cathy and niece, Amy and nephew, Harry (Erica) Private service was held at St. Pius X & celebration of life shall be at a later date. Donations can be made to Ricky Rarick Jr. Golf http://www.thefirstteetucson.org Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME.

TEISSEDRE, Cleo M. (Eyre)

Aug. 31, 1930 to June 25, 2020

Cleo's passing is preceded by her parents, Ralph Eyre and Esther M. (Burns) Eyre and her husband of 63 years Jack R. Teissedre Sr. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and passionate Tucson artist. Born in Pasadena, California, then moving to Tucson in 1961 where she continued raising her family while following her passion of art and painting. She was a long-time member of the Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild and the Tucson Creative Cloud for Photographers Group. She is survived by her two sons, Jack R. Teissedre jr, Robbin D. Teissedre, daughter, Rebecca D. Culbertson, son in-law Jim C. Culbertson and five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and her sister, Billie D. Porter. Rest in Peace Cleo. No services planed at this time. Arrangements by OASIS CREMATION and FUNERAL CARE.

WICHNER, Cheryl Lani

of Tucson died June 24, 2020 from complications of meningitis, after bringing light and love to the world as a beloved wife, mother and sister for 63 years. Online memorials are pending, and life celebrations will be held at a later date.

Cheryl was born February 25, 1957 in Potsdam, New York, to the late Martin Eric and Marjorie Helen Johnson. In 1959 the family moved to Ethiopia, where Martin worked as a geographer to the Ethiopian government under a U.S. government aid program. After returning to the U.S. in 1963 and living in Los Angeles for a year, the family moved to Springfield, Ohio when Martin joined the faculty of Wittenberg University as a geography professor.Cheryl attended Springfield North High School and played flute in the school's marching band before graduating in 1974.She attended Earlham College and Wright State University before receiving an associate's degree in medical technology from Clark Technical College (now Clark State Community College) in 1984. She later became a certified Medical Laboratory Technician and Medical Technologist (HHS) and worked at Roche Biomedical Laboratories in Dublin, Ohio.

In 1985, Cheryl moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where she worked in several medical laboratories and met her future husband, David, who had also grown up in Springfield. In June 1989, Cheryl and David were married amid family and friends in the Pine Forest at Glen Helen Nature Preserve, in Yellow Springs, Ohio -- forever a sacred place to the couple.

In March 1994, the couple welcomed daughter Katherine Joy into the world and their home near Papago Park in south Scottsdale. While working in the lab field, Cheryl began to pursue a lifelong interest in holistic health and spiritual healing, and she was an early supporter and lab technician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 1996.

In May 1997, the family moved to Tucson as David was hired as technology editor at the Arizona Daily Star. Cheryl later worked as a insurance underwriter for HealthNet of Arizona (formerly Intergroup) from 1997 to 2001.A deeply spiritual person, Cheryl believed in the inherent dignity and worth of every person and the power of love, prayer and positive energy.She earned her first-level certification in Reiki, a form of energy healing, in 1999. She became a Reiki Master in 2007 and a Reiki Master Teacher in 2015.Cheryl spent more than 15 fifteen years volunteering with the University of Arizona's Program in Integrative Medicine, teaching and performing Reiki sessions for medical students and residents.She worked as a Reiki practitioner at Sierra Tucson, a holistic addiction and mood-disorder treatment center, from 2005 to 2015.In 2009, she graduated from the Tacheria Interfaith Spirituality Center in Tucson with a certification as a Spiritual Director and continued to meet with her Tacheria alumni group.

Cheryl was very gentle, kind and caring person who was very concerned about social justice and animal welfare. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, walking and reading books of all kinds.

Cheryl is survived by her husband, David; daughter, Katherine (Katy) of Waldfischbach-Burgalben, Germany; sister, Patty Owens and brother-in-law, Randy Owens of South Vienna, Ohio; niece, Kara Owens of Columbus, Ohio; nephew, James Owens of Springfield, Ohio; brother, Martin Johnson and sister-in-law, Cathy Johnson, nephew, Martin Johnson and niece, Margeaux Johnson, all of North Carolina; brother -in-law, Merritt Wichner of New Carlisle, Ohio; niece, Sara Wichner of San Francisco and nephew, Ben Wichner (Allyson) of Cincinnati, Ohio; brother-in-law, Albert Wichner (Dee) of Springfield; niece, Alicia Anstine (Andy) of Springfield, nephew, Eric Wichner (Jessica) of Springfield; sister-in-law, Kay Gilletly (Randy) of Delaware, Ohio; nephews, Tony Gilletly of Key West, FL, and Ryan Gilletly (Tiffany) of Columbus, Ohio; and numerous cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Cheryl's name to the Tacheria Interfaith Spirituality Center, via a link on the contact page of the center's website, http://www.tacheria.org/For updates on future memorial services, visit the Facebook public group "Cheryl Wichner Memorial Updates."

WILZBACH, , Paul Andrew

67, left us June 14, 2020 in his home in Tucson, AZ. Born and raised in Evergreen Park, IL, Paul attended Evergreen Park High School and the University of Illinois in Champaign - Urbana, IL, where he studied geographical science. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth E. and Eileen, nee Marcin. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mindy Bernstein; his siblings, Kenneth Scott (Melva) of Cape Coral, FL; Peter (Charlotte) of Charleston, SC; Mark (Maureen) of Fort Myers, FL; and Margaret of Fort Myers, FL.; as well as seven living nephews and nieces and their children. His best friend and father-in-law Menashe Bernstein considered Paul the son he never had. Brother-in-law to Jessica and David Feldman, Elizabeth Bernstein and uncle to Michael and Daniel Feldman. Devoted caregiver to Inca the cat, the many animal companions who preceded her and beloved friend to many. Paul fiercely loved his family and many friends.

To the astonishment of his medical community, Paul battled and courageously survived 17 cranial surgeries for brain tumors and many complications. He faced his challenges with grace and equanimity. He retained a strong sarcastic and silly sense of humor throughout life. Paul developed expertise in master woodworking, welding, building and information technology. He assisted, often gratis, numerous clients in local nonprofits and small business sectors with their operational computing needs.

Paul's computing and skills at fixer-of-all things were integral in every way to the establishment and continuing operation of Our Place Clubhouse, Cafe 54, and Cafe 54 in the Botanical Gardens in Tucson, for which Mindy served as executive director. These non-profit, State funded facilities provide recovery and employment support for resilient indigent adults living with serious mental illness. Two of the programs won three National awards of excellence. .

Paul touched many hearts. He is remembered by family and friends for his non-judgement of people of all creeds and colors. His ability to help people feel safe and accepted, his generosity, uncountable random acts of kindness, inclusivity, brilliance, humor and tenacity are but a few of the words that describe this exceptional human being.

He loved animals, valued the natural world, and held a special regard for ecosystems of the Sonoran Desert and the Redwood Forest. He thrived on reading and speaking with friends and family about science, economics, politics and social injustice. He had an eclectic appreciation of fine music.

Celebrations of Life will be held in various parts of the country and when allowed. Please contact Mindy at Mindel@cox.net for more information.In lieu of flowers, donations to The Nature Conservancy, Planned Parenthood or Coyote Task Force, doing business as Our Place Clubhouse and Cafe 54, 66 E. Pennington St., Tucson, AZ 85701, would be much appreciated.