Michael Stephen Rayleigh was born on September 30, 1952, in Manhattan, NY, and transitioned in his home on June 7, 2021. Michael lived an extraordinary, full life with all the highs and lows and everything in between and in his own words, ‘I have packed more in than twenty people in one lifetime.” Michael grew up in the Bronx with...
“The man is a success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much…who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children, and leaves the world better than he found it.” These words, written over 100 years ago, reflect the man born “Charles Ernest McAvoy”, and in the hearts of those who love him. Perhaps Charlie’s...
Fond Remembrances of Madelon Dawn Knight Born - January 25, 1930 Died - June 3, 2021 Dawn Cooper was born to Ruth and Morris Cooper in Gilbert, Arizona on January 25th of 1930. Her older sister, Cleora, welcomed her to the family and she was the cherished little sister & youngest of the two siblings. Dawn grew up on the...
Former Sacramento resident Paul A. Tessmer, 65, died June 3, 2021, with his wife by his side at his home in Prescott, Arizona. Mr. Tessmer was born August 16, 1955, in Sacramento, CA, to Alfred and Grace Tessmer. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Carol; daughters Melanie Moore, Alexandra Tessmer, Sarah Scharf and Amanda Vera, stepson Christopher...
Garce (Garfield Goodwin) Futerer, passed away on May 29, 2021 in Prescott, AZ. He was born June 23, 1931 to Glory and Wilfrid (Bill) Futerer in Mesa, AZ. After graduating from North Phoenix High School in Phoenix, AZ, in 1950 Garce joined the Army and served in Korea from 1950 to 1953 attaining the rank of Master Sergeant. After his...
Adeline Victoria Ann (Pulczinski) Witthoft was born 8/3/42 in Roseau, MN and entered eternal life 5/28/21. Her parents, Amelia and Peter’s mutual affection for families and friends gave Ann a solid foundation. Summers were busy, content years on the farm with choice time to read. Country school grades 1-8 were followed by high school and the university. Ann began employment...