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Adam Hernandez

Adam Hernandez

Jun 16, 2021

Adam Luis Hernandez (Pedro or George), 35, was born in Prescott, AZ, on December 27. 1985 to Jose Hernandez and Marie Carbajal. Adam died on June 16, 2021.  He lived in Bagdad, Arizona until 2004 when he moved to Paulden, AZ to attend Yavapai College taking computer online courses. Adam worked for Wal-Mart and the copper mine in Bagdad, AZ.  ...

Lee Ann Gordon

Lee Ann Gordon

Jun 13, 2021

Lee Gordon 67, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away in Prescott Valley, Arizona on June 13th, 2021.  She was born on January 20, 1954 in Oceanside, California and raised by her parents James (deceased) and Carol Shuhardt. She graduated in 1975, from California State University Fullerton with a degree in Theater.  She married Philip Gordon on February 13, 1982 ...

Robert Max Lind

Robert Max Lind

Jun 13, 2021

Robert Max Lind, born April 27, 1958 in Phoenix, Arizona, died unexpectedly on June 13, 2021 in Prescott, Arizona at the age of 63. He was the best dad to Jasmine (Chris), Travis, and Margaret. His grandchildren Payson, Ryland, and Brecken will miss their Grandpa Bob. He is survived by his father Max (Judy), older brother Jeff (Jami), and little...

Ora Yvonne Mcevoy

Ora Yvonne Mcevoy

Jun 13, 2021

On June 13, 2021, Yvonne McEvoy went to be with her heavenly father after a long battle with COPD.  She went peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.  Yvonne was born in St. Jo, Texas.   Her family relocated to Arizona which is where she spent the rest of her life.  Upon graduating from Camp Verde High School, she went to visit...

Alan Leslie Cravener

Alan Leslie Cravener

Jun 11, 2021

In honor of, Alan Leslie Cravener, age 80, of Prescott Valley, Arizona, passed away June 11, 2021. Alan was born in Kittanning, Pennsylvania on December 22, 1940. He was the oldest of 10 children. After graduating from Kittanning High School he joined the U.S. Army. He was a diligent 82nd Airborne Division paratrooper. He is survived by his wife and...

Nevaeh Ann Whitman

Nevaeh Ann Whitman

Jun 9, 2021

The precious life of an angel was cut short with the passing of Annie at age 15. The beautiful and vibrant young lady was the shining light in so many people’s lives. Even though she was in a wheelchair, had epileptic seizures and did not speak, she could brighten up any day. For a handicap young lady, she had a...

Marcus John Mendoza

Marcus John Mendoza

Jun 9, 2021

Marcus left this earth on June 9th, 2021 to sing with the Angels in Heaven. He was born on September 23, 1983 in Mesa, AZ. He moved to Chino Valley in August 1990 where he lived all through his school years and into adulthood. He worked for Chino Heating and Cooling for several years before leaving to venture into something...

David Baker Jenner

David Baker Jenner

Jun 8, 2021

When Dave was born in Chicago, his parents were living in Winnetka, Illinois where he spent his childhood.  He always spoke fondly of the summers he and his brother Edward spent in Wisconsin and the winter vacations in Miami Beach. Traveling was one of Dave’s favorite things to do, and he traveled every chance he got and managed to see...

Michael  Rayleigh

Michael Rayleigh

Jun 7, 2021

Michael Stephen Rayleigh was born on September 30, 1952, in Manhattan, NY, and transitioned in his home on June 7, 2021. Michael lived an extraordinary, full life with all the highs and lows and everything in between and in his own words, ‘I have packed more in than twenty people in one lifetime.” Michael grew up in the Bronx with...

Charles Ernest Mcavoy

Charles Ernest Mcavoy

Jun 6, 2021

“The man is a success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much…who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children, and leaves the world better than he found it.”  These words, written over 100 years ago, reflect the man born “Charles Ernest McAvoy”, and in the hearts of those who love him. Perhaps Charlie’s...

Madelon Dawn  Knight

Madelon Dawn Knight

Jun 3, 2021

Fond Remembrances of Madelon Dawn Knight Born - January 25, 1930 Died - June 3, 2021             Dawn Cooper was born to Ruth and Morris Cooper in Gilbert, Arizona on January 25th of 1930. Her older sister, Cleora, welcomed her to the family and she was the cherished little sister & youngest of the two siblings. Dawn grew up on the...

Paul Alfred Tessmer

Paul Alfred Tessmer

Jun 3, 2021

Former Sacramento resident Paul A. Tessmer, 65, died June 3, 2021, with his wife by his side at his home in Prescott, Arizona. Mr. Tessmer was born August 16, 1955, in Sacramento, CA, to Alfred and Grace Tessmer. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Carol; daughters Melanie Moore, Alexandra Tessmer, Sarah Scharf and Amanda Vera, stepson Christopher...

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