Obituaries

Apr 19, 2009

Benjamin Franklin Osborn, II., 74, of Prescott, formerly of Indian Wells, California, died peacefully April 19, 2009.  Loving, devoted husband of Virginia Osborn, ?The First Lady,? his partner for 54 years  Beloved and cherished father of Sean, Cynthia and Kevin and adored grandfather of Kathryn, Brenna, Scott, Benjamin, Caroline, Lauren, Alex, Stephanie and Natalie.  Son of Curtis Boggs Osborn of...

Apr 17, 2009

Norman Stoken, 94, died peacefully in his sleep April 17, 2009.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Naomi. He is survived by his son Ben & wife Lisa of Prescott, daughter Anne of Niles, IL, grandson Joe and wife Dorna of Aptos, CA, granddaughter Heather of Portland, Oregon and his great-granddaughter Natasha. Norman fought in...

Apr 15, 2009

Apr 12, 2009

Mary K. Flowers, 93, died April 12, 2009 in Prescott, Arizona. Mary was born November 30, 1915 in Chicago, Illinois to John and Katie (Feischel) Kellmann. She was past President of the Brookfield Women's Club and Citizen of the year for the Chamber of Commerce in Brookfield, Illinois. She is survived by daughter, Jay Ross, son-in-law, Richard Ross, granddaughters, Wendy...

Apr 8, 2009

Natalie Florence Lockie passed away on April 8, 2009 after a long battle with cancer. She was born August 19, 1935 in Worcester, Massachusetts; the daughter of Seymour & Hazel (Chrichton) Ricketts. Natalie married her sweetheart William on December 23, 1954, they shared many years of love & happiness together. She lived in Yavapai County since 1991 and previously resided...

Apr 8, 2009

Robert "RJ" Wenger, 83 of Sedona died April 8th at the hospice unit of the VA Hospital after a long battle with cancer.  RJ and his wife Betty moved from Seal Beach, California in 1979 after falling in love with Sedona on a family vacation.  RJ also know to many as "Doc" was a Real Estate Broker in Sedona for...

Apr 7, 2009

-Arnett passed away peacefully at her home in Prescott after a lengthy battle with cancer on April 7, 2009.  She was born October 25, 1946 in Los Angeles, California; the daughter of Thomas D. and Rosalie (Pie) Dannenbrink.  Rita was 62 years old.   Rita loved the many facets of the horse industry and served as the Chief Steward for the...

Apr 5, 2009

?Betty? Huff, 80, died Sunday April 5, 2009, at Kindred Hospital in Westminster, California. She was born November 16, 1928 in Panama, Iowa; the daughter of Eugene and Catherine Keane.   She met and married the love of her life, Jim Huff, on October 4, 1947. Betty was a homemaker who raised 11 children. When her children could take care of...

Apr 3, 2009

Thomas J Hanahan 74, devoted husband, father, Gramps, born in Chicago, IL, passed peacefully April 3, 2009 in his home surrounded by his family.  Tom always lived each day to the fullest, enjoying traveling, woodworking and carpentry, golfing, sailing, cooking (Brigidini?s and Irish Soda Bread were his specialty) and spending quality time with his family.   Tom is survived by his...

Apr 2, 2009

Neil Thomas Yannitelli passed away on April 2, 2009 at Hospice Family Care in Prescott, Arizona. He was born April 22, 1955 in Jonstown, PA; the son of Samuel L. & Elizabeth (Maloney) Yannitelli. Neil was 53 years old. Neil was a high school graduate. He worked as a Machinist for a private company making transmissions. Neil married his sweetheart...

Mar 31, 2009

Dale Grabe, 80, of Prescott, born July 8, 1928 in Globe Arizona passed away March 31, 2009 at YRMC surrounded by his loving family.  He dedicated his life to helping others and serving the Lord. Dale truly lived life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by all those who were blessed to have known and loved him.   A...

Mar 30, 2009

Robert  Ray Raulston passed away on March 30, 2009 at Hospice Family Care in Prescott, Arizona. He was born July 6, 1939 in Rockwood, Tennesse; the son of Raymond James & Lona Rose (Delfrey) Raulston. Robert was 69 years old. Robert worked for the Bagdad Mines as a Mechanic for most of his life. He lived in Arizona for 42...

Mar 30, 2009

Paul Krey Schuette died March 30, 2009 at his home in Prescott. He was born July 28, 1950 in Phoenix, Arizona; the son of Howard & Edna (Odom) Schuette. Paul was 58 years old. Paul was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, were he served as the custodian. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, he...

Mar 29, 2009

David Francis Beairsto died March 29, 2009 at Mountain View Care Center in Prescott, AZ. He was born June 12, 1928 in Middletown, NY, the son of Joseph and Mary (Neville) Beairsto. David was 80 years old. David is survived by his spouse, Irene (Martin) Beairsto, his 6 children, Cynthia, Stephen, Teresa, David, Sandra, and Lisa, his14 grandchildren, 7 siblings,...

Mar 29, 2009

Mar 27, 2009

Janet passed away at her home in Prescott March 27, 2009. She was born April 8, 1940 the daughter of Alfred Charles & Elsie Beatrice (Branin) Stippick Sr. Janet was 68 years old. Janet moved here from Florida 3 years ago. She wore many hats throughout her life and was proud to be a homemaker. She was a member of...

Mar 26, 2009

Richard (Dick) Stanton McCord, 80, died March 26 at the Bob Stump VA Medical Center in Prescott, Arizona after a long ballte wilth melanoma.   Dick was born August 20, 1928 in College Springs, IA., son of Leroy William and Eleanor (Stanton) McCord. Later, the family moved to Omaha NE and Dick began a professional career as a jazz drummer. While...

Mar 26, 2009

Veronica J. Effert, 72 passed away on March26,2009.  She was born on Dec. 15, 1936, in Menasha, Wisc.  She is survived by her husband, Harold; their five children:  Amy (Larry) Beckner of Scottsdale, Ariz.: Peter (Mardi) Effert of Mesa, Ariz.; Paula (William) McCormick of Sterling, Kansas; Nicholas Effert of Rancho Santa Marguerita, Calif.; and Joseph (Katie) Effert of Louisville, Kent.;...

Mar 26, 2009

James Anthony Quinlan died March 26, 2009 at his home in Prescott, AZ. He was born in Medford, Massachusetts on May 11, 1942, the son of James and Mildred Quinlan. James was 66 years old. James was a true son of Boston; he was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the Boston Celtics. He had a love...

Mar 25, 2009

Robert Lee Browning passed away peacefully on March 25, 2009 at the Bob Stump VAMC in Prescott. He was born January 18, 1948. Robert was 62 yrears old. Robert moved to Prescott 2 years ago from Florida and made many close friends his short time in Yavapai County. He enjoyed nature and sitting around the campfire sharing cocktails with his...