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Frank Charles Canerdy

Frank Charles Canerdy

Jan 11, 2010

Frank Charles Canerdy died Monday, January 11, 2010 at Las Fuentes Care Center in Prescott, Arizona.  He was born March 29, 1928 in Montpelier, Vermont; the son of Charles and Edna Canerdy.  Frank was 81 years old. Frank was a member of the VFW and enjoyed camping and fishing.  He was especially proud of his family, friends and his service...

Louis A Graveline Sr

Louis A Graveline Sr

Jan 9, 2010

Lou is survived by his loving and caring wife Jeanette of 31 years.  Children:   Vickie (Scott) Allen of East Windsor, CT   Jody (James) OKeefe of Enfield, CT   Louie (Amanda) Graveline of Prescott Valley, AZ   Kari (Matthew) Kalender of Prescott Valley, AZ  Grandchildren:   Kenneth, Anthony, Autumn, Eloise, and Matthew  Sisters and Brother:   Linda (Erv) Roberts of Prescott Valley, AZ   Tricia Graveline...

Suzanne Lange Schmelter

Suzanne Lange Schmelter

Jan 6, 2010

Suzanne L. Schmelter   Suzanne L. Schmelter, esq.,64, passed away peacefully in her home in Prescott on  Wednesday, January 6, 2010.  She was born in Bloomington, Illinois on October 28, 1945 to David and Alice Lange.  When she was 2 years old, her family moved to Prescott.   Suzanne was a wife, mother and grandmother who loved her family very much.  She...

Nancy Rees Brown

Nancy Rees Brown

Jan 4, 2010

NANCY REES BROWN February 6, 1949 ? January 4, 2010 Surrounded by the deep love of her friends and family in her home in Prescott, AZ, Nancy Rees Brown, 60, left her body behind and began the next part of her spiritual journey on January 4, 2010. During a 4.5 year struggle with Carcinoid Cancer, Nancy displayed her grace in...

Henry Thomas Luksich

Henry Thomas Luksich

Jan 2, 2010

Tom is survived by his loving and caring wife of 61 years, Josephine of Prescott, Arizona  Sons:   Tom Luksich of Prescott, Arizona   Michael & Kathy Luksich of Alpine, Wyoming   Grandchildren:   Anna, Christina, Lisa, Mischa, and Dominic   Great Grandchildren:   Clare, Lucy, and Riley   Tom loved working in wood creating items for his family and friends, he enjoyed camping and jumped at...

Julie Rae Goeringer

Julie Rae Goeringer

Dec 30, 2009

Julie Rae Goeringer, 28, died on December 30, 2009, in Prescott Valley.  Julie was born on May 25, 1981, in Culbertson, MT, daughter of Timothy and Jamie Goeringer.   Julie graduated from Bradshaw Mountain High School, class of 2000. She had a passion for painting, drawing, and loved to dance.  She loved the outdoors.  One of her fondest memories is of...

Ann Meredith Martin

Ann Meredith Martin

Dec 28, 2009

Ann M. Martin died Monday, December 28, 2009 at the Bob Stump V.A. Medical Center, Hospice Unit, in Prescott, Arizona.  She was born July 23, 1953 in Burlington, North Carolina; the daughter of John and Mary (McMillan) Faust.  Ann was 56 years old. Ann was a member of Unity Church of Prescott, founder/owner of the Life Enrichment Center, a teacher...

Charlotte Cathy C. Ollervides

Charlotte Cathy C. Ollervides

Dec 21, 2009

Charlotte C. Ollervides, 63, passed away December 21, 2009 in Black Canyon City, Arizona. She is survived by her husband, Maurilio Ollervides; two daughters, Nancy Berube and Gidget Young of Black Canyon City; three sons, Bill Nielsen of Woodlawn, Ohio and John Menge of Ohio and Chad Minnis of Black Canyon City and eleven grandchildren; Chad, Cody, Logan, Bryan, Zachary,...

Richard Allan Siegel

Richard Allan Siegel

Dec 21, 2009

Richard ?Ricky? Allan Siegel died December 21, 2009 in Prescott AZ.  He was born January 9, 1975 in Milwaukee, WI, son of Norman and Katherine (Mullens) Siegel.  He was 34 years old.   Rick was an avid billiards player, loved fishing and grew up playing soccer all through his school years.  He was a confessed Christian and a Packer fan. Rick...

Donald Hugo Elsner

Donald Hugo Elsner

Dec 18, 2009

Donald H. Elsner, 65, a 30 year resident of Las Vegas, passed away December 18, 2009 in Prescott Arizona. Donald was born in Prescott in 1944.  Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Ann Elsner.  Donald is survived by his daughters, Debi A. McClure of North Las Vegas; Tami E. West of Arvada, Colo., and Cori L. Cross...

Theresa Ann Ellerman

Theresa Ann Ellerman

Dec 12, 2009

Theresa Ann Ellerman died suddenly on December 12, 2009 in Norfolk, North Carolina.  She was born May 3, 1960 in New Mexico; the daughter of Frank and Angie (Sedillo) Zamora.  Theresa was 49 years old.      Theresa spent her childhood years in Prescott, Arizona. Upon graduation from high school, she enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and over the years...

Sarah Elizabeth Erickson

Sarah Elizabeth Erickson

Dec 10, 2009

Sarah Elizabeth Erickson died December 10, 2009 at her home in Prescott Valley, she was 38 years old.  She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend of many.  She is survivied by her daughter Shea Elizabeth Erickson; son, Benjamin Lucas Bromley; mother, Bobbie Jean Sester; sisters, Naomi Ruth Malone, Caressa Reid, and Amygrace Stella Sester; brother, Walter Allen Erickson....

Gerald C. Pattermann

Gerald C. Pattermann

Dec 6, 2009

Gerald C. Pattermann, born Aug 17th, 1929 in Naperville, Ill, passed on to his earned reward on Dec 6th, 2009.     He was preceded in death by his parents Ed and Lillian Pattermann (Poss), and by his brother Norbert of Mason, Wis.     He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Elaine (Molitor), his sons Steven, Edward and Kenneth, his grandsons...

Gloria M. Harrel

Gloria M. Harrel

Dec 4, 2009

Gloria May Harrel. Born, 9-3-1932 Gloria?s last night on this Earth was 12-4-2009. Her earthly body fought its last fight and freed her spirit. Gloria (Glo) was an audacious woman that showed no fear in her life. She always tackled life's challenges head on and wasn't afraid to make life changing decisions when she decided it was for the best. ...

Harry Anthony Cornell

Harry Anthony Cornell

Nov 30, 2009

Harry A. Cornell, born July 10, 1916 in Union City, NJ, the son of Harry and Mary (Maggio) Cornell. He died November 30, 2009 in Prescott, AZ. Harry served his country in the US Army during the second World War and was honorable discharged after receiving numerous medals and two Purple Hearts. Harry later became a Captain of Police in...

Clara Suzanne Fishel

Clara Suzanne Fishel

Nov 28, 2009

Clara Suzanne Fishel, 51, of Dewey, AZ, died peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at her home.  She is survived by her loving and caring husband, Don Fishel, of 31 years, children; Justine (Heath)  Sudlow of San Diego, CA, Jolene Fishel & Matt Brooks of Prescott Valley, AZ, Jamie (Michael) De La Cruz of Flagstaff, AZ, grandchildren; Payson, Caden, and...

Gail Nelson

Gail Nelson

Nov 26, 2009

The family moved from Philadelphia to Prescott in the early 1920?s.  Gail attended St. Joseph?s Academy and then Prescott High School.  She worked for Grace Sparks at the Prescott Chamber of Commerce.    Gail?s first husband, Wesley G. Marriott, preceded her in death.  They had two daughters, Sharon and Phyllis.  She is also preceded in death by her second husband, Willard...

Vernon Leonard Godfrey

Vernon Leonard Godfrey

Nov 25, 2009

Captain Vernon leonard Godfrey  U.S.A.F. & American Airlines      Vernon graduated from Chandler High School in 1953 and Arizona State (then) College in 1957.  He would have been valedictorian at Chandler High School except for the rule that in order to receive the honor you had to attend C.H.S. all four years.  His first 2 high school years were spent at...

Douglas L. Ind

Douglas L. Ind

Nov 24, 2009

Doug died Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott, Arizona.  He was born January 31, 1942 in Watkins, Minnesota.  Doug was 67 years old. He is survived by his loving and caring wife, Cheryl Ind, of 46 years, children; Scott, Michelle, and Tony, and grandchildren; Daniel and Rylee. In leiu of flowers the family requests donations...

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