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Barbara Bobbie C. Insalaco left this world to go to a better place May 3, 2008. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to all. Born in Phoenix, AZ, August 14, 1935, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond and is survived by her brother, Stanley Rowley, sister, Wanda Ward, daughters, Lorri Rains Brent, Mary Torrez, nine grandchildren, and many other family members and dear friends. She was a talented woman with strength and compassion who lived a full life, loved to laugh, and touched many hearts with her wisdom and caring ways. She will be sadly missed. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 12, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ.
Betty Marie McFarland, 79, of Sun City, AZ passed away May 2, 2008. Betty was born August 9, 1928 in Newell, SD to Earl & Ruth Combs Salter. She moved to Arizona from Wyoming in 1965. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and many other local community groups. Survivors include her son David Hubbard Sue; daughters Sharon Axtell Hank and Earlene Guzzo; brother Earl Salter; 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Jarvis McFarland on September 9, 2001. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, May 9, 2008 at Grace Bible Church, 19280 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, AZ. Menke Funeral & Cremation Center is handling arrangements.
Ioleen Miesel of Phoenix, Arizona passed away April 30, 2008. Ioleen was born in Kentucky. A longtime valley resident she came to Arizona from Michigan in 1960 and worked for many years with the Malcom's Dept. Store in the former Maryvale mall. She later worked for Goldwater's and Dillards Dept. stores before her retirement. Ioleen was preceded in death by her husband Daniel "Pops" Miesel in 1984. She is survived by her children Daniel "Skip" Miesel, Diane and son in law Gerald Cook and son David Miesel all of Phoenix. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren, numerous great grand and great great grandchildren.
Donna Laure Rezzonico, 63, of Glendale, Arizona passed away April 30, 2008. An Arizona native, Donna was born in Tolleson and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed laughing and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Dr. Richard A. Rezzonico on July 12, 2007. She is survived by her daughters Dina Jole Pioro and Monica Matthew Owen; brothers John Shirley Allen and Patrick Sharon Allen; sister Judy Bob Brown; sister-in-law Marnee Pingree and grandchildren Zachary, Aubrie and Fisher. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 P.M., May 6, 2008 at Christ Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd., Peoria, AZ. Donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society.
Eileen B. Wolpert, 70, of Sun City, AZ passed away April 29, 2008. Eileen was born August 3, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY. After coming to Sun City in 1984, she became a member of St. Clement of Rome Parish where she was active in the Guild and was involved with the Stroke Group, the Handicapables and a volunteer for Boswell Hospital. She is survived by her sons Ken Diane Wolpert and Ed Sherry Wolpert; brother Richard Heraty and grandchildren Sean & Jamie Wolpert. She was preceded in death by husband Curt Wolpert in 1993. Visitation will be 4-6 PM with Rosary 5:00 PM on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center, 12420 N. 103rd Ave. Sun City, AZ. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 A.M., May 5, 2008 at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 15800 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ. Entombment will follow at Sunland Memorial Park.
Arthur James Reeths, III "Butch" of Jerome, AZ was tragically taken from us on April 25, 2008. Art was born April 4, 1954 in York Town, VA. He moved with his family in 1959 to Arizona. He was a graduate of Glendale High School, a Veteran of the United States Navy and a Hair Stylist for many years. He is survived by his parents Arthur James Reeths II and Pat Reeths, son Jamie Autumn, daughter Shannon, Brother Guy, Sisters; D'Ann, Annette, Dawn and Shalaine; grandchildren Tatum, Brockton, Bralen and Ava , and many other relatives and friends. Memorial Service for Art will be Friday 10:00 A.M. at Palmcroft Baptist Church 15825 N. 35th Ave. Phoenix. Burial will follow 12:30 P.M. at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Contributions suggested to Valley of the Sun United Way 1515 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85014 in his name.
Julia A. Pribil, 95, of Peoria, Arizona passed away April 24, 2008 at Good Shepherd Care Center. Julia was born July 10, 1912 in Chicago, Illinois to Frank and Nancy Bartel Schmidt. Julia came to Arizona in the 2000. She is survived by her daughter Ann Howland of Sun City, Arizona. Memorial services 1:00 pm Friday, April 25, 2008 at Good Shepherd Chapel, 10323 W. Olive Ave., Peoria, AZ.
Mary T. Donahue Martin passed away April 21, 2008. She was the daughter of Marie Kelley and Raymond Donahue. She was raised on a farm in Huntley IL with one sister and nine brothers. There are three surviving brothers. She became a registered nurse at St. Anthony's Hospital in Chicago and then joined the Holy Cross order at Notre Dame IN. Shortly after her father passed away she returned to Elgin IL to take care of her mother. She married an old boy friend, Charles Martin, and they have five children. Bill in Florida, Sally in Utah, Nancy and Peggy in Colorado, and Jim in Illinois. They also have two grandchildren Casey and Garrett. Charles and Mary had been married for 56 years. She held a RN license in four states. She worked in many hospitals including Cook County in Chicago. She loved skiing with her children and flying in the family airplane. Flying and camping under the wing was her favorite mode of transportation. She bought a horse for city bred husband and children. She operated a fishing resort in northern Wisconsin. Her life was devoted to helping people. Mass at St. Clements in Sun City, Arizona on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Donations may be made to Alzheimer's research. Menke Funeral & Cremation Center handled arrangements.
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