Obituaries

Jan 20, 2014

Vernon E. Dvorak, age 80, of Prescott, Ariz., formally of Walker, Iowa, passed away on Monday, Jan. 20, 2014 at the Pleasant Valley Adult Care Home in Prescott. Vernon was united in marriage to Janet Kayser on Oct. 13, 1956 at Sacred Heart Church in Walker. Vernon was born in Urbana, Iowa, Oct. 3, 1933 to Jesse and Emma (Koutny)...

Jan 20, 2014

Jasper Wayne Starkey, 78, Prescott, Arizona, passed away January 20, 2014 of Parkinson’s disease triggered by Agent Orange exposure during two tours of duty in Vietnam. Born in Marquand, Missouri on April 27, 1935 Wayne joined the US Air Force in 1954. After 23 years of proud service, he retired with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. Wayne later retired...

Jan 20, 2014

Michael Pozgay, 96, passed away January 20, in Prescott, Arizona. He was born August 29, 1917, in Chicago, Illinois, to Michael and Magdalene Pozgay. He graduated from Ripon College and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a band teacher, and later had a successful career as a sales representative in the music business. In 1952,...

Jan 19, 2014

Lawrence S. Coop, 83, of Dewey, Arizona passed away on January 19, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Survivors include wife of 59 years, Valerie; son Michael of Henderson, NV; daughter Debbi (Weeter) of Phoenix, AZ; and grandchildren Dustin, Trisha, Tiffany, April, Cody, Kaley and Austin. He was born August 22, 1930, in Joliet, Illinois and proudly served 20 years...

Jan 18, 2014

Nancy Morgan passed away peacefully on Jan. 18, 2014. Nancy was born in West Virginia on Jan. 26, 1935. Nancy and her husband, Warner, moved to Arizona in 1962 and retired in Prescott Valley in 1990. Nancy retired as a deli manager from Fry's grocery store. They thoroughly enjoyed their retirement and used the time to pursue hobbies such as...

Jan 16, 2014

Barbara Ann Campano, 60, died January 16, 2014 after a struggle with Breast Cancer. She was born August 07, 1953 in England. Barbara is survived by her husband Danny Campano of Paulden, brother Robert Redman, children Jay Adams, Tina (Robert) Bixby, Kevin (Tonya) Barngraff, Danyale Barngraff (Curtis Lafiasse), and Danny (Jenny) Campano. Grandchildren include Blythe, Sophia, Oliver, Hayden, and Isabel;...

Jan 15, 2014

Madelyn died Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Verde Valley Medical Center in Cottonwood, Arizona. She was born January 29, 1931 in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania; the daughter of Harvey and Ruth (Minnich) Kipp. Madelyn was 82 years old. She is survived by her daughter Robin McClure and husband Ed of Torrington, Wyoming, grandchildren Dixie, Amber, and Jeremiah. She is also...

Jan 14, 2014

Anna Di Peppino Carter , 92, entered everlasting peace and joy in the presence of our lord, Tuesday, January 14, 2014, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She resided until recently with her daughter Maureen in Prescott, AZ. Anna is survived by her three daughters Maureen (Duane “Lief”) Erickson, Patricia Agrait, and Bonita (James) Leek, Grandchildren John, Rocco, Priscilla (Chase), Melina, Anthony,...

Jan 14, 2014

Dorothy Marie Tordrup, 94, beloved wife and mother, died January 14, 2014 in Prescott, AZ. Dorothy was born September 9, 1919 in Pittsburg, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Richard C. Tordrup. Dorothy is survived by her children Theresa (Jan) Charlesworth of Prescott, AZ, Paul Tordrup of Chino Valley, Brian Tordrup of Prescott Valley,...

Jan 13, 2014

Peter John Gasparino, 60, of Prescott, Ariz., died unexpectedly Monday, January 13, 2014 in Prescott, Ariz. He was born July 2, 1953 in New London, CT to Aldo & Alice (Morgan) Gasparino. He leaves behind his two sisters Virgia Szostak and Verna Krider, and two brothers Aldo Gasparino and Robert Gasparino.

Jan 12, 2014

William Gary died Sunday, January 12, 2014 at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix. He was born November 21, 1924 in Dallas, Texas; the son of Alvin and Katherine (Fitch) Gary. William was 89 years old. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 66 years, Marion Helen (Luken) Gary, daughter Katherine McCraine and her husband Swayze of...

Jan 11, 2014

Carl E. 'Gino' Holton beloved husband, father and grandpa, passed away January 11, 2014. He was 87 years old. He was born on August 2, 1926 to Leonard and Leona (Phillips) Holton in Coffeyville, Kansas. Gino was a WWII veteran, having served in the United States Coast Guard. He moved to Prescott in 1977, and was co-owner of Inter-Mountain Communications...

Jan 10, 2014

Gary died Friday, January 10, 2014 at Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott Valley. He was born September 9, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio; the son of Marvin and Doreen (Wilson) DeGreen. Gary was 72 years old.

Jan 10, 2014

William Roger Lakner, 78, died peacefully at home on January 10, 2014. Roger was born on November 17, 1935 in Los Angeles, California. After high school graduation and some college, he joined the Navy. Roger worked most of his life for United Airlines in aircraft maintenance. Roger retired from Redwood City, California, to Prescott, Arizona, in 2004 where he met...

Jan 8, 2014

Walter Staddon passed away unexpectedly January 8, 2014. He was born December 8, 1952 to Albert and Ruth Staddon. He leaves his wife Denise, children Kayci, Cody (Laurie) and 2 grandchildren, Jesse and Cassandra. Walt was preceded in death by both parents and brothers Pete and Stan. He is survived by brothers David, and Chuck (Bev) and sister Ruth (Bob)...

Jan 8, 2014

On January 8th, 2014 in late morning, Elane Edeler departed this earth for her final journey 'Home.' Elane was received by her husband Eddie, seven of her younger brothers and sisters, her mom and dad, and countless friends and extended family. Elane has one remaining brother, five children and their spouses, 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Til we meet again,...

Jan 7, 2014

John N. Hendrickson of Chino Valley, passed away January 7th 2014 at the age of 84. A U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of Disabled American Veteranans and The American Legion. He is proceeded in death by a daughter, Cheryle and a son Michael. He is survived by his wife Madeline (Maggie), sons John, David & Douglas Hendrickson and son Jeffrey...

Jan 7, 2014

Nehemiah was granted his angel wings on January 7th, 2014, at the age of 6, following a life-long illness of Schizencephaly. Nehemiah's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His amazing smile melted the hearts of those...

Jan 6, 2014

Phillip Jack Neaderhiser, 77, died January 6, 2014 at the VA Medical Center Hospital. He was born July 21, 1936 to Ruth Burke in Indianapolis, Ind. Phillip was a member of the Moose Lodge, and loved working outdoors. He was very proud of serving his country in the United States Army. He is survived by his sons Jay Neaderhiser, Kurt...

Jan 3, 2014