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Joyce Denslow

Joyce Denslow

Dec 3, 2010

Joyce (Jo) Denslow passed away on Friday, December 3rd surrounded by her loving family, after a short battle with cancer. Jo is survived by her four daughters, Deb Stanford (Jim), Lynn Cole (Ron), Tannie Callesen (Barry), & Joni Preston (Joe); sister Val Wallace (Ron); the father of her daughters and much loved friend Gene Oliver Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.) (Peggy);...

Robert L. Heck

Robert L. Heck

Dec 3, 2010

Bob was born in Chicago IL in 1947 to Horace and Thelma (Britt) Heck. He celebrated his 63rd birthday shortly before his death on December 3, 2010 with his family by his side after fighting a valiant battle against metastatic melanoma, living his life the way he wanted, despite his illness. Bob joined the Marine Corps shortly after high school...

Kathleen Lillian Joan Hall

Kathleen Lillian Joan Hall

Dec 3, 2010

Kathleen Lillian Joan Hall, died Decmeber 3, 2010 at Rolling Hills Manor, Prescott. She was born November 5, 1923 in Alton, Hampshire, England; the daughter of William W. and Mellie E. (Wood) Harwood. Kathleen was 87 years old. Kathleen proudly became a citizen of the United States in 1964. She retired from Yavapai Countys Building and Planning Department after serving...

Nancy Giacobbe

Nancy Giacobbe

Dec 1, 2010

In loving memory of Nancy Giacobbe born August 29, 1957, passed away December 1, 2010. Nancy worked at the Genoveses restaurant for the last three years. We have not lost you, youve only gone ahead. Thank you for being the loving person you were in life. The joy and laughter you so clearly brought to those around you. Your time...

Ether Robert Haynie

Ether Robert Haynie

Dec 1, 2010

Ether Robert Haynie, 79, died December 1, 2010 at Bob Stump VA Hospital, in Prescott. He was born October 23, 1931 in Mexico, son of Robert and Mary Haynie Ether proudly served his country and retired from the United States Air Force after 23 1/2 years of service to his country. He was a very talented artist, excelling in wood...

Clifton Wayne Brown

Clifton Wayne Brown

Dec 1, 2010

Clifton died Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at the Marley House, Good Samaritan Society-Prescott Village in Prescott, AZ. He was born April 26, 1934 in Booneville, AK; the son of Aulbin and Naomi (Stewart) Brown. Clifton was 76 years old. He was an active member of First Church of the Nazarene in Prescott. He enjoyed golfing, being with his family and...

Adrin E. Weedel

Adrin E. Weedel

Nov 30, 2010

Adrin died Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at the Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott, AZ. She was born July 17, 1938 in Reading, PA; the daughter of William and Florence E. (Angtadt) Yarnell. Adrin was 72 years old. She loved animals, spending time at the casino and "chatting" on her computer. Adrin loved her family and they will miss her...

Paul 'Pop' Joseph Kraus

Paul 'Pop' Joseph Kraus

Nov 25, 2010

Paul Pop Joseph Kraus, 91 of Sedona and later Cottonwood, Died November 25, 2010 at the Bob Stump VA Hospital is Prescott. He is survived by his wife Alice Kraus; sons Timothy Kraus, Randy Kraus (Amy), and Jeff (Ellen) Kraus. Survivors also include grandchildren; Wendy (Allan) Aquado, Christopher Kraus, and Nicholas (Autumn) Kraus, along with four great-grandchildren; Kelly and Gracie...

Leona 'Lee' Erickson

Leona 'Lee' Erickson

Nov 25, 2010

Leona Lee Erickson Long-time Prescott resident Leona Lee (Johnson) Erickson went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 25, 2010 at age 92. She was born in Chisholm, Minnesota, on March 29, 1918 to Elmer and Hanna (Burton) Johnson. Lee grew up in Pine City, Minnesota, where she attended high school and one year of teacher training....

Robert Bob Turner

Robert Bob Turner

Nov 25, 2010

Robert A Turner was born October 31, 1929 to Arthur and Florence (Phalen) Turner in Hoquiam, Washington. He died November 25, 2010 in Prescott, Arizona. A private cremation will be held at Bradshaw Crematory in Prescott Valley. The family is planning a service at a later date.

Donald L Adams

Donald L Adams

Nov 25, 2010

Donald Leroy Adams was born August 31, 1923 to Roy and Bessie (Holcomb) Adams in San Bernadino, California. He died November 25, 2010 in Prescott, Arizona.

Jay Noble Boettcher

Jay Noble Boettcher

Nov 25, 2010

Service: 11:30 Saturday, December 11, 2010 at the VA chapel with military honors

Sharon Alexander

Sharon Alexander

Nov 25, 2010

Sharon Alexander was born January 23, 1943 and died November 25, 2010. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions can be made to the following organiztions: ASPCA 2100 L Street NW Washington, DC 20037 or The Humane Society of the United States also at 2100 L Street NW Washington, DC 20037. A Celebration of Sharon's Life will be at...

Mary Ann Henry

Mary Ann Henry

Nov 25, 2010

Mrs. Mary Ann Henry, born Mary Ann Dorsey to Henry and Elizabeth West Dorsey, May 14, 1913. She was one of eleven brothers and sisters born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky all of whom have preceded her in death. MaryAnn, or Ann as she was affectionately known, spent many of her early years in Owensboro on the West Family farm....

Walter L Matlock

Walter L Matlock

Nov 23, 2010

Walter L Big Walt Matlock Jr. was born on December 5, 1927 and went to be with our Lord on November 23, 2010. Big Walt was survived by Jean, his loving wife of 64 years, his three children Marilynn, Steve and Bruce, five grandchildren Walter, Katie, Jesse, Sasha and Sierra, one great granddaughter Taylor Reece and an older brother Matt....

Thomas J Bures

Thomas J Bures

Nov 20, 2010

Thomas J. Bures, 77, of Prescott Valley, Ariz., born Jan. 30, 1934, in Antigo, Wisc., passed away Nov. 20, 2010.Inurnment will be private at the Prescott National Cemetery.

Suzanne G Dirst

Suzanne G Dirst

Nov 19, 2010

Suzanne G Dirst was born October 3, 1939 to Willard and Ruth (Gates) Gill in Berwyn, Illinois. She passed away on November 19. 2010 in Prescott, Arizona. A private cremation will take place at Bradshaw Crematorium in Prescott Valley, Arizona.

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