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Robin R. Freeman

Robin R. Freeman

Jan 23, 2023

The world lost a wonderful husband, father and friend on January 23, 2023. Robin Freeman passed away at the age of 72 following a tragic accident.

Robin was born on November 5, 1950 to Robert and Nancy Freeman in Kokomo, Indiana. Growing up as the youngest of four boys, he quickly learned how to be a man by following the examples...

Lawrence Nelson Pollock

Lawrence Nelson Pollock

Jan 22, 2023

Nelson Pollock passed away on January 22, 2023 in Prescott, AZ. He was born on September 4, 1927 in Pomona, CA to Lawrence and Marie Pollock.

He is survived by his daughters Julie Pollock (Jonathan) Birdt, Cathy (Dennis) Jackson, Connie Pollock and son Larry (Pamela) Pollock, his grandchildren Lillian, Mark, Brian, Greg, Jessica and Michael, and great grandchildren Madison, Katie, Camden...

Derek Henry Brownlee

Derek Henry Brownlee

Jan 21, 2023

Derek Henry Brownlee, aka “Felix”, passed away quietly at home on January 21,2023. He was able to to say “goodbye” to his closest friends while under Hospice care. His many generous financial donations were also transacted before his passing. He gave his all through his inspirations and practical execution. Derek's impact on countless lives here in the Prescott area will...

Lorene Bernice Taylor

Lorene Bernice Taylor

Jan 18, 2023

Lorene Bernice Taylor, 88 of Prescott Valley, Arizona, was called home to her Lord on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Lorene was born in the country, near Sayre, Oklahoma on March 25, 1934, to Nolan and Waunett (Hammack) Fletcher.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nolan and Waunett; her brothers, Leroy and Arvis; and her husband, Guymon Taylor. She is survived...

Wallace Bartz Cole

Wallace Bartz Cole

Jan 16, 2023

The Rev. Wallace Bartz Cole, 94, passed away on January 16, 2023 in Prescott, AZ of natural causes. He was born to Garn and Laura Cole in Lake Crystal, MN on May 30, 1928. He graduated from Lake Crystal High School as valedictorian of his class. In his teen years he served his country in World War II in the...

Scott Jeffrey Napp

Scott Jeffrey Napp

Jan 15, 2023

Scott Napp went to be with our Lord on January 15, 2023. He was born February 16, 1956 in Harrisburg, PA but was raised mainly in Fountain Valley, CA. Scott was a Scholar athlete at Fountain Valley High where he played varsity football. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at Occidental College, Masters in chemical engineering at Purdue and...

Michelle Lynne Ritt

Michelle Lynne Ritt

Jan 9, 2023

Michelle Lynne Ritt, 53 years young, went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2023. She

passed away peacefully in her home in Dewey/Humboldt, Arizona.

Michelle had a giving spirit and a big heart for helping people. In her lifetime, her

accomplishments were a personal banker, owner/operator of a children's day care center, and

a caregiver for senior citizens at Synergy Home Care...

Henry Joseph Vogell

Henry Joseph Vogell

Jan 9, 2023

Henry Joseph Vogell

April 6, 1947 - January 9, 2023

Henry J Vogell, affectionately known as Bud and Buddy, was born in Brockton, Massachusetts and was raised and educated in Rockland, Massachusetts. Buddy moved to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he spent most of his years. Bud was in the music business and transitioned to the automobile finance industry as a...

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