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Anne Marie Peterson (Briehl)
Birth Date:
1955-11-26
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2012-08-24
Obituary:
Anne Marie Peterson
November 26, 1955 — August 24, 2012
Peterson, Anne Marie Peterson, Anne Marie passed away on Friday, August 24, 2012. She was a loving wife, an incredible mother and a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Anne was the first of quadruplets born in Bellevue, Ohio on November 26, 1955. Anne grew up in Dallas, Texas area but lived her high school years in Scottsdale, Arizona where she attended Gerard High School. She received her Bachelors degree from Seattle University and an MBA from Cornell University. She was employed in the medical field working in sales and marketing. She married Tim Peterson in 1994 and has resided in Albuquerque ever since. She has two beautiful daughters, Sarah Ellen (15) and Ellen Margaret (12). In addition to her husband and daughters she is survived by her brothers, James Briehl, Robert Briehl (Kathy), Thomas Briehl (Chris), Paul Briehl, and Mark Briehl (Denise) and sisters Barbara Friedenbach (John), Margaret Briehl (Dennis), Mary Smith (Tom), Diane Sharp, and Nancy Hammond (Dirk) and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Christine Briehl and Diane Briehl: father, Martin Briehl Jr.; mother, Margaret Briehl. Anne was active in serving Jesus Christ primarily through her church in roles as the head of the Women''s Ministry, deacon, and AWANA Cubbies Director. She was also active in Bible Study Fellowship. Throughout her ordeal with ovarian cancer she continued to serve where and when she could including home schooling her children. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Samaritan''s Purse. Memorial Service is Friday, August 31,2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Evangelical Free Church, 4710 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services
7601 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
505-821-0010
Anne Marie Peterson
November 26, 1955 — August 24, 2012
Peterson, Anne Marie Peterson, Anne Marie passed away on Friday, August 24, 2012. She was a loving wife, an incredible mother and a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Anne was the first of quadruplets born in Bellevue, Ohio on November 26, 1955. Anne grew up in Dallas, Texas area but lived her high school years in Scottsdale, Arizona where she attended Gerard High School. She received her Bachelors degree from Seattle University and an MBA from Cornell University. She was employed in the medical field working in sales and marketing. She married Tim Peterson in 1994 and has resided in Albuquerque ever since. She has two beautiful daughters, Sarah Ellen (15) and Ellen Margaret (12). In addition to her husband and daughters she is survived by her brothers, James Briehl, Robert Briehl (Kathy), Thomas Briehl (Chris), Paul Briehl, and Mark Briehl (Denise) and sisters Barbara Friedenbach (John), Margaret Briehl (Dennis), Mary Smith (Tom), Diane Sharp, and Nancy Hammond (Dirk) and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Christine Briehl and Diane Briehl: father, Martin Briehl Jr.; mother, Margaret Briehl. Anne was active in serving Jesus Christ primarily through her church in roles as the head of the Women''s Ministry, deacon, and AWANA Cubbies Director. She was also active in Bible Study Fellowship. Throughout her ordeal with ovarian cancer she continued to serve where and when she could including home schooling her children. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Samaritan''s Purse. Memorial Service is Friday, August 31,2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Evangelical Free Church, 4710 Juan Tabo NE, Albuquerque NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services
7601 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
505-821-0010
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Cynthia Rawlings (Geis)
Graduation year:
1974
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Deborah "Debbie" Escudero (Gross)
Birth Date:
1956-08-10
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2021-10-09
Obituary:
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Escudero was a caring wife, mother, sister, daughter, cousin and friend. She said goodbye to this world on October 9, 2021, at age 65.
She was born to Robert and Antoinette Gross on August 10, 1956, in the Cleveland, Ohio, area and was sister to Linda and Bobby. She lived in Scottsdale, Arizona, for most of her life.
A graduate of Gerard Catholic High School in Phoenix, Debbie was a great friend and had several friendships that lasted 50+ years. She graduated with a criminal justice degree from Arizona State University. She built a successful decades-long career as a real estate agent selling residential homes in the Valley.
She and her husband Jose supported her son Anthony “Tony” and daughter Nicole “Nicki” Escudero by sending them to Catholic school, cheering them on at sports games, volunteering at school activities and putting them through activities like piano lessons and Tae Kwon Do.
Debbie was known for her enthusiasm and sense of humor, always making those in her company laugh. She enjoyed playing cards with her family. An avid music lover, Debbie’s two favorite songs were “That’s Life,” by Frank Sinatra, and “Smile,” by Charlie Chaplin.
Debbie was a devoted animal lover. She had many small rescue dogs throughout her life, including Canela, Cookie, Candy and Cupcake. Plus, she also took care of turtles, fish, birds and guinea pigs. Debbie frequently volunteered to bring her kids’ class hamster home for the weekends.
Two days before she passed, Debbie sent a photo that said: “I’ve hardly done anything on my Bucket List. Just change the ‘B’ to an ‘F’ and you’ll feel much better about it.” Her sense of humor endures, as she said she’ll come back as a ghost to let you know they’re real.
Debbie’s spirit will live on in her generosity, her love of laughter and her deep love for her family and friends.
There will be a private memorial for Debbie. In lieu of flowers, please consider instead a donation to a cause Debbie cared deeply about: helping pets. Azchihuahuarescue.org
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Escudero was a caring wife, mother, sister, daughter, cousin and friend. She said goodbye to this world on October 9, 2021, at age 65.
She was born to Robert and Antoinette Gross on August 10, 1956, in the Cleveland, Ohio, area and was sister to Linda and Bobby. She lived in Scottsdale, Arizona, for most of her life.
A graduate of Gerard Catholic High School in Phoenix, Debbie was a great friend and had several friendships that lasted 50+ years. She graduated with a criminal justice degree from Arizona State University. She built a successful decades-long career as a real estate agent selling residential homes in the Valley.
She and her husband Jose supported her son Anthony “Tony” and daughter Nicole “Nicki” Escudero by sending them to Catholic school, cheering them on at sports games, volunteering at school activities and putting them through activities like piano lessons and Tae Kwon Do.
Debbie was known for her enthusiasm and sense of humor, always making those in her company laugh. She enjoyed playing cards with her family. An avid music lover, Debbie’s two favorite songs were “That’s Life,” by Frank Sinatra, and “Smile,” by Charlie Chaplin.
Debbie was a devoted animal lover. She had many small rescue dogs throughout her life, including Canela, Cookie, Candy and Cupcake. Plus, she also took care of turtles, fish, birds and guinea pigs. Debbie frequently volunteered to bring her kids’ class hamster home for the weekends.
Two days before she passed, Debbie sent a photo that said: “I’ve hardly done anything on my Bucket List. Just change the ‘B’ to an ‘F’ and you’ll feel much better about it.” Her sense of humor endures, as she said she’ll come back as a ghost to let you know they’re real.
Debbie’s spirit will live on in her generosity, her love of laughter and her deep love for her family and friends.
There will be a private memorial for Debbie. In lieu of flowers, please consider instead a donation to a cause Debbie cared deeply about: helping pets. Azchihuahuarescue.org
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Paul Haugen
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2018-10-03
Obituary:
Paul Alan Haugen passed on October 3rd, 2018 and went to his heavenly home, where he is likely still playing guitar as he did all through high school. Besides music, Paul enjoyed a long career at Scottsdale Community College teaching physics and earned his doctorate in 2011. Paul retired in 2015 and spent the last several years enjoying his family, music, and boating. He left his loving family and friends way too soon and is greatly missed.
Paul Alan Haugen passed on October 3rd, 2018 and went to his heavenly home, where he is likely still playing guitar as he did all through high school. Besides music, Paul enjoyed a long career at Scottsdale Community College teaching physics and earned his doctorate in 2011. Paul retired in 2015 and spent the last several years enjoying his family, music, and boating. He left his loving family and friends way too soon and is greatly missed.
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Hal Kirkegaard
Obituary:
Funeral Mass for Hal Kirkegaard, 17, will be at 7 p.m., Sudnay at Gerard High School, 44th Street at Oak. Graveside rites will be at 8:30 a.m., Moday in St. Francis Cemetery, 48th Stree at Oak. Friends may call after noon today in Paradise Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School.
Hal, of 4707 E. Virginia, died Wednesday after was injured in an elevator accident where he was employed at Diamond's Thomas Mall store.
He had completed his junior year at the school where he was a member of the Honor Roll, Letterman Club, track and field teams, and was co-captain of the varsity basketball team. He also had played Little League baseball in his native Phoenix.
Survivors include hi parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kirkegaard; three brothers, Jamie, Ricky and Tommy; a sister, Caryn; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Berra, all of Phoenix, and Lars Kirkegaard of Sioux Falls, S.D.
His Family suggests memorial contributions to the Gerard Athletic Club.
Funeral Mass for Hal Kirkegaard, 17, will be at 7 p.m., Sudnay at Gerard High School, 44th Street at Oak. Graveside rites will be at 8:30 a.m., Moday in St. Francis Cemetery, 48th Stree at Oak. Friends may call after noon today in Paradise Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School.
Hal, of 4707 E. Virginia, died Wednesday after was injured in an elevator accident where he was employed at Diamond's Thomas Mall store.
He had completed his junior year at the school where he was a member of the Honor Roll, Letterman Club, track and field teams, and was co-captain of the varsity basketball team. He also had played Little League baseball in his native Phoenix.
Survivors include hi parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kirkegaard; three brothers, Jamie, Ricky and Tommy; a sister, Caryn; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Berra, all of Phoenix, and Lars Kirkegaard of Sioux Falls, S.D.
His Family suggests memorial contributions to the Gerard Athletic Club.
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Sharon Wright (Koval)
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Wally Kubis
Birth Date:
1956-03-17
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2016-08-08
Obituary:
Walter “Wally” Patrick Kubis passed away August 8, 2016. He was born March 17, 1956 in Nassar County, Long Island, NY to Walter and Sylvia Kubis. He graduated from St. Theresa and Gerard High School and made All-State and All Conference “A” Division in 1972 and 1973 and was chosen lineman of the year in 1973. Wally was employed for 18 years at Phoenix AT&T Cable. He was a member of the Elks #2148, which he called his second home. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his sisters Jean Podborny (Kenneth) and Barbara Kitay (Charles). Visitation will be
from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Monday, August 22, 2016 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix. Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
Walter “Wally” Patrick Kubis passed away August 8, 2016. He was born March 17, 1956 in Nassar County, Long Island, NY to Walter and Sylvia Kubis. He graduated from St. Theresa and Gerard High School and made All-State and All Conference “A” Division in 1972 and 1973 and was chosen lineman of the year in 1973. Wally was employed for 18 years at Phoenix AT&T Cable. He was a member of the Elks #2148, which he called his second home. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his sisters Jean Podborny (Kenneth) and Barbara Kitay (Charles). Visitation will be
from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Monday, August 22, 2016 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix. Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
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Hal Kulwicki
Graduation year:
1974
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Mark Christopher Lorentz
Birth Date:
1955-12-25
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-02-03
Obituary:
Mark Christopher Lorentz was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1955, in Portland, Oregon, the fourth of five children.
When he was born, his father sent his mother flowers bearing the inscription “Unto us a son is given.” He attended St. Stephen's, and then the Madeleine Grade
School, where his mother and two older siblings graduated, until the family moved to Tempe, AZ in the summer prior to entering the 6th grade. There, he attended Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School and then Gerard Catholic High School. He learned by doing. He was always tinkering with something: cars, boats, toys, machines of any kind. He loved music.
In his late teens and early 20’s he worked as a D.J. in clubs in the Phoenix area. He briefly attended ASU, but left and then followed in his father’s footsteps by going to work at U-Haul International starting in February, 1977. He later worked on the U-Haul Hotline and helped modernize U-Haul’s in-field alarm and monitoring capabilities, and in 2007 he became an Operations Manager for the combined U-Haul Customer Service/Hotline Department. His career continued through his retirement in 2020.
Mark died on a long trip, ending in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, on February 3, 2022. He lived and worked in the desert, but loved the ocean best. He is survived by his brothers Paul and David and their wives, his sister Mary Jo Sandomir and her husband. He was pre-deceased by his mother, Ann, his father, John (Jack) and his brother John.
Mark’s funeral Mass is scheduled in Mesa, AZ at Resurrection Catholic Church on March 22 at 10:00 am, preceded by recitation of the Rosary. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery in Phoenix.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/portland-or/mark-lorentz-10582226
Mark Christopher Lorentz was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1955, in Portland, Oregon, the fourth of five children.
When he was born, his father sent his mother flowers bearing the inscription “Unto us a son is given.” He attended St. Stephen's, and then the Madeleine Grade
School, where his mother and two older siblings graduated, until the family moved to Tempe, AZ in the summer prior to entering the 6th grade. There, he attended Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School and then Gerard Catholic High School. He learned by doing. He was always tinkering with something: cars, boats, toys, machines of any kind. He loved music.
In his late teens and early 20’s he worked as a D.J. in clubs in the Phoenix area. He briefly attended ASU, but left and then followed in his father’s footsteps by going to work at U-Haul International starting in February, 1977. He later worked on the U-Haul Hotline and helped modernize U-Haul’s in-field alarm and monitoring capabilities, and in 2007 he became an Operations Manager for the combined U-Haul Customer Service/Hotline Department. His career continued through his retirement in 2020.
Mark died on a long trip, ending in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, on February 3, 2022. He lived and worked in the desert, but loved the ocean best. He is survived by his brothers Paul and David and their wives, his sister Mary Jo Sandomir and her husband. He was pre-deceased by his mother, Ann, his father, John (Jack) and his brother John.
Mark’s funeral Mass is scheduled in Mesa, AZ at Resurrection Catholic Church on March 22 at 10:00 am, preceded by recitation of the Rosary. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery in Phoenix.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/portland-or/mark-lorentz-10582226
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Daniel Michael Lucero
Birth Date:
1956-12-17
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-11-03
Obituary:
How do you sum up a life well-lived in a few paragraphs? In the case of Daniel Michael Lucero you start with two words: family man. Dan was born into his first family on December 17, 1956, to parents George Lucero and Claire Almon. He was soon joined by three siblings: David (Jodie), Diane (Steve), and Douglas. Dan grew up in the Phoenix area and made some life-long friends there who became brothers to him and were with him until the end.
After Dan earned a BA in education from Arizona State University (ASU; 1978), he worked first as a teacher and later in retail customer service. It was in Arizona that he met his wife, Beth Bigelow Lucero, and they combined families in 1988. Together they raised two daughters: Sarah (Damon) and Amanda. It
was in this family that Dan proved himself to be ahead of the times; he worked proudly as a stay-at- home father and earned the best job title: Dad.
Of course, even dads need hobbies, and Dan had several: You could always count on him to be cheering for his Sun Devils, whether in person, when the opportunity arose, or from the sofa. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the teams and the players, and his nieces and nephews knew that an ASU-
branded gift was always a safe bet at the holidays. Dan could also be found rooting for the Phoenix Suns, the Kansas City Chiefs, and of course the teams that became his home teams: the Saint Louis Cardinals and the Saint Louis Blues. On the participatory side, Dan was an avid golfer and enjoyed hitting the links with friends and family.
Outside sports, Dan was a lover of music. Over his life, he attended hundreds of concerts, often combining these trips with opportunities to visit friends and family around the country. He was thrilled when the girls became old enough to join him on these adventures, and together they saw many
favorite bands.
Life doesn’t always give you pro-golf tours to attend or Gin Blossoms concerts to revel in though. Dan thrice fought cancer, beating it back twice. On his third round with this horrible disease, Dan put up a hell of a fight, inspiring all around him. Unfortunately, he succumbed to the battle on November 3, 2022, passing peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife, daughters, son-in-law, and the two treasured little boys who promoted him to Pa—Emerson and Grayson. He is also survived by his siblings; his siblings-in-law, Becca (Ian) and Mark (Charlene); cherished nieces and nephews; as well as his aunt and uncle and cousins.
In his many adventures with family and friends, Dan always brought a smile and a kind word. He would offer encouragement even as he was embattled himself. He lived that way to the very end and would be pleased to continue the effort to knock out cancer. Because of this, the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, you consider a donation to the NFL’s Crucial Catch, which promotes early detection and risk reduction in the fight against cancer: https://www.nfl.com/causes/crucial-catch/.
How do you sum up a life well-lived in a few paragraphs? In the case of Daniel Michael Lucero you start with two words: family man. Dan was born into his first family on December 17, 1956, to parents George Lucero and Claire Almon. He was soon joined by three siblings: David (Jodie), Diane (Steve), and Douglas. Dan grew up in the Phoenix area and made some life-long friends there who became brothers to him and were with him until the end.
After Dan earned a BA in education from Arizona State University (ASU; 1978), he worked first as a teacher and later in retail customer service. It was in Arizona that he met his wife, Beth Bigelow Lucero, and they combined families in 1988. Together they raised two daughters: Sarah (Damon) and Amanda. It
was in this family that Dan proved himself to be ahead of the times; he worked proudly as a stay-at- home father and earned the best job title: Dad.
Of course, even dads need hobbies, and Dan had several: You could always count on him to be cheering for his Sun Devils, whether in person, when the opportunity arose, or from the sofa. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the teams and the players, and his nieces and nephews knew that an ASU-
branded gift was always a safe bet at the holidays. Dan could also be found rooting for the Phoenix Suns, the Kansas City Chiefs, and of course the teams that became his home teams: the Saint Louis Cardinals and the Saint Louis Blues. On the participatory side, Dan was an avid golfer and enjoyed hitting the links with friends and family.
Outside sports, Dan was a lover of music. Over his life, he attended hundreds of concerts, often combining these trips with opportunities to visit friends and family around the country. He was thrilled when the girls became old enough to join him on these adventures, and together they saw many
favorite bands.
Life doesn’t always give you pro-golf tours to attend or Gin Blossoms concerts to revel in though. Dan thrice fought cancer, beating it back twice. On his third round with this horrible disease, Dan put up a hell of a fight, inspiring all around him. Unfortunately, he succumbed to the battle on November 3, 2022, passing peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife, daughters, son-in-law, and the two treasured little boys who promoted him to Pa—Emerson and Grayson. He is also survived by his siblings; his siblings-in-law, Becca (Ian) and Mark (Charlene); cherished nieces and nephews; as well as his aunt and uncle and cousins.
In his many adventures with family and friends, Dan always brought a smile and a kind word. He would offer encouragement even as he was embattled himself. He lived that way to the very end and would be pleased to continue the effort to knock out cancer. Because of this, the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, you consider a donation to the NFL’s Crucial Catch, which promotes early detection and risk reduction in the fight against cancer: https://www.nfl.com/causes/crucial-catch/.
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Pat McNamara
Graduation year:
1974
There are currently no tributes.
Matthew Ottaviano
Graduation year:
1974
There are currently no tributes.
Debbie Regens (Paynter)
Graduation year:
1974
There are currently no tributes.
Adolfo Pinzon
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Pat Quinn
Graduation year:
1974
There are currently no tributes.
Harry Reichardt, Jr.
Graduation year:
1974
There are currently no tributes.
James Relph
Deceased Date:
2007-12-11
Obituary:
Coach Relph
James Relph Obituary
James Relph, 64 of Queen Creek on December 11, 2007. Jim grew up in Southern CA and attended Pomona College in Claremont, CA where he played football. He won the Fighting Heart Award and was named to the Pomona College Hall of Fame in 1984. His collegiate studies garnered him a Masters in Exercise Physiology, Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies and a minor in Art. He moved to Arizona in 1969 and began teaching at Gerard Catholic High School the same year. Jim coached swimming, track and football over the years. He won the State Football Championship and Co-Coach of the Year in 1974. He taught at Gerard until 1987 and began teaching and coaching at Seton Catholic High School in Chandler. Jim is missed by son, Jim (Christine) daughters, Katrina (Tom) and Kim (Vince) and his grandchildren, Tami, Michael, Eric, Jessa, Mindy, Becky and Bella and his 2 brothers, Lynn and Bill. He was preceded in death in Aug. 2006 by his wife of 44 years, Cynthia. A memorial mass will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, Dec 14, 2007 at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Faith Community, 3450 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 85226. Also, a memorial service will be held at 7:30 PM on Sunday Dec 16, 2007 at Seton Catholic High School, 1150 N. Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ. Bueler Mortuary
Coach Relph
James Relph Obituary
James Relph, 64 of Queen Creek on December 11, 2007. Jim grew up in Southern CA and attended Pomona College in Claremont, CA where he played football. He won the Fighting Heart Award and was named to the Pomona College Hall of Fame in 1984. His collegiate studies garnered him a Masters in Exercise Physiology, Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies and a minor in Art. He moved to Arizona in 1969 and began teaching at Gerard Catholic High School the same year. Jim coached swimming, track and football over the years. He won the State Football Championship and Co-Coach of the Year in 1974. He taught at Gerard until 1987 and began teaching and coaching at Seton Catholic High School in Chandler. Jim is missed by son, Jim (Christine) daughters, Katrina (Tom) and Kim (Vince) and his grandchildren, Tami, Michael, Eric, Jessa, Mindy, Becky and Bella and his 2 brothers, Lynn and Bill. He was preceded in death in Aug. 2006 by his wife of 44 years, Cynthia. A memorial mass will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, Dec 14, 2007 at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Faith Community, 3450 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 85226. Also, a memorial service will be held at 7:30 PM on Sunday Dec 16, 2007 at Seton Catholic High School, 1150 N. Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ. Bueler Mortuary
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Eugene Retler
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Marie Neuner (Romano)
Birth Date:
1956-10-19
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2008-06-30
Obituary:
Marie Neuner Obituary
Marie Romano Neuner died peaceably in her home on Monday, June 30,
2008 in the presence of her husband and daughter. Marie was born on October 19, 1956 in Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from Gerard High School in 1974. Marie attended
ASU, obtaining a BSN degree in 1978. Marie then worked for several years as an RN at Good Samaritan Hospital. Always seeking new challenges, she returned to ASU where she was awarded an M.S. degree at ASU in Health Services Administration in 1980. For several years she was on the staff of the Arizona Legislature and among her many accomplishments she helped craft the original AHCCCS legislation. After several years, Marie left the Legislature and became a Senior Healthcare consultant at Arthur Anderson. With consulting came out-of-state assignments, something that eventually conflicted with her need to be close to her large family, which all reside in the valley. Looking for a position near her family, in 1989 Marie accepted a position at Banner Health System. Seventeen years ago Marie was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. MS gradually robbed her of her physical strength and mobility, but never her emotional strength. Even during the toughest times she was an inspiration to all who knew her. While her disease allowed, Marie enjoyed many activities including scuba diving, bicycling and hiking. However, spending time with family and friends was her favorite way to enjoy her free time. Four years ago Marie was hit with another challenge when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Marie battled both of these diseases for the coming years, continuing to come to work each day with a smile on her face and a positive attitude. As these diseases continued to progress she eventually became too ill to work. In 2007, she made one of the most difficult decisions in her life, to end her career. Despite almost constant pain and discomfort, Marie was always a joy to be around, even during her most difficult periods. Her constant smile is something that all of us will remember her by. Marie is survived by her husband John Neuner; their daughter Victoria ("Tori"); her parents Richard and Vivian Romano; her sister and her husband Jodi and Russ Bruno; her brother and his wife Rick and Joanne Romano; her brother Mike Romano; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home 4800 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, Arizona with a Scripture Service at 7:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Banner Health Hospice.
Marie Neuner Obituary
Marie Romano Neuner died peaceably in her home on Monday, June 30,
2008 in the presence of her husband and daughter. Marie was born on October 19, 1956 in Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from Gerard High School in 1974. Marie attended
ASU, obtaining a BSN degree in 1978. Marie then worked for several years as an RN at Good Samaritan Hospital. Always seeking new challenges, she returned to ASU where she was awarded an M.S. degree at ASU in Health Services Administration in 1980. For several years she was on the staff of the Arizona Legislature and among her many accomplishments she helped craft the original AHCCCS legislation. After several years, Marie left the Legislature and became a Senior Healthcare consultant at Arthur Anderson. With consulting came out-of-state assignments, something that eventually conflicted with her need to be close to her large family, which all reside in the valley. Looking for a position near her family, in 1989 Marie accepted a position at Banner Health System. Seventeen years ago Marie was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. MS gradually robbed her of her physical strength and mobility, but never her emotional strength. Even during the toughest times she was an inspiration to all who knew her. While her disease allowed, Marie enjoyed many activities including scuba diving, bicycling and hiking. However, spending time with family and friends was her favorite way to enjoy her free time. Four years ago Marie was hit with another challenge when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Marie battled both of these diseases for the coming years, continuing to come to work each day with a smile on her face and a positive attitude. As these diseases continued to progress she eventually became too ill to work. In 2007, she made one of the most difficult decisions in her life, to end her career. Despite almost constant pain and discomfort, Marie was always a joy to be around, even during her most difficult periods. Her constant smile is something that all of us will remember her by. Marie is survived by her husband John Neuner; their daughter Victoria ("Tori"); her parents Richard and Vivian Romano; her sister and her husband Jodi and Russ Bruno; her brother and his wife Rick and Joanne Romano; her brother Mike Romano; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home 4800 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, Arizona with a Scripture Service at 7:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Banner Health Hospice.
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JoAnn Heath (Scuderi)
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2016-08-04
Obituary:
Heath, JoAnn (nee Scuderi) 59, of Phoenix, passed away on August 4, 2016. I met JoAnn when I was 14 years old and asked her to the sweetheart dance. She wore a yellow flowered dress with bows to match her hair. She was beautiful. By junior year she was my girlfriend. We married at 21 and moved to California for five years. Moving back to Phoenix we started our family and have 4 beautiful, good kids. Life was a whirlwind of family get togethers, kids sports and family vacations, we had a great life. Anyone that knew her also knew that she wasn't the mother of just our kids, but mom to every kid who walked through our door. She loved her children and welcomed their friends, with her generous spirit, into our home as well. There were never too many kids or too much noise as far a she was concerned. We grew up together, she was my best friend, a loving mother, the anchor in our family and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. JoAnn is survived by her husband Bob, sons Daniel Heath and Ryan Heath, daughters Jenna Pessah and her husband Gabe and Natalie Heath, brother Anthony Scuderi, sisters Nina Sutton and Annette Roberts and her parents Tommy and Mary Scuderi.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, August 8, 2016 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 11300 N. 64th Street, Scottsdale. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to Family Promise, 7221 E. Belleview Street, #5, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.
Heath, JoAnn (nee Scuderi) 59, of Phoenix, passed away on August 4, 2016. I met JoAnn when I was 14 years old and asked her to the sweetheart dance. She wore a yellow flowered dress with bows to match her hair. She was beautiful. By junior year she was my girlfriend. We married at 21 and moved to California for five years. Moving back to Phoenix we started our family and have 4 beautiful, good kids. Life was a whirlwind of family get togethers, kids sports and family vacations, we had a great life. Anyone that knew her also knew that she wasn't the mother of just our kids, but mom to every kid who walked through our door. She loved her children and welcomed their friends, with her generous spirit, into our home as well. There were never too many kids or too much noise as far a she was concerned. We grew up together, she was my best friend, a loving mother, the anchor in our family and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. JoAnn is survived by her husband Bob, sons Daniel Heath and Ryan Heath, daughters Jenna Pessah and her husband Gabe and Natalie Heath, brother Anthony Scuderi, sisters Nina Sutton and Annette Roberts and her parents Tommy and Mary Scuderi.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, August 8, 2016 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 11300 N. 64th Street, Scottsdale. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to Family Promise, 7221 E. Belleview Street, #5, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.
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James "Jim" Sullivan
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2016-03-26
Obituary:
Lim Sullilvan, 62, died 3/26/2016 at his home, from brain cancer. Jim is survived by his wife Anne, children Connor, Mariah, and Colleen, sisters Patricia Yates and Kathy Sullivan, in-laws, Robert and Verona Dyer, ans sister-in-law, Roberta Dyer. Jim was born in Phoenix, attended St. Agnes Grade School, Gerard High School, and ASU. Jim worked as a newspaper carrier and later supervisor of carriers for the AZ Republic while in school, as a lab assistant at Barrows Neurological Insite while in college, and as a manager for almost 40 years for Banner Health/Entech. He is preceded in death by his perants Millie and Roy Sullivan, his brother Tim Sullivan, and brother-in-law Bobby Yates. Jim enjoyed computers, baseball, ASU sports, politics, music, cooking holday meals, travel, and especially time with his family. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, 3/31/16 at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 W. Bethany Home Road from 5-8 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Jerome's Catholic Church, 10815 N. 35th Avenue, Phoenix, on Friday, 4/1/16 at 10 am. Contributions in Jim's name can be made to SS. Simon and Jude School Help a Student Program, 6351 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85017, or St. Jerome's Catholic Church Building Fund, 10815 N. 35th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85029. Please visit www.almoore-grimshaw.com for tributes.
Lim Sullilvan, 62, died 3/26/2016 at his home, from brain cancer. Jim is survived by his wife Anne, children Connor, Mariah, and Colleen, sisters Patricia Yates and Kathy Sullivan, in-laws, Robert and Verona Dyer, ans sister-in-law, Roberta Dyer. Jim was born in Phoenix, attended St. Agnes Grade School, Gerard High School, and ASU. Jim worked as a newspaper carrier and later supervisor of carriers for the AZ Republic while in school, as a lab assistant at Barrows Neurological Insite while in college, and as a manager for almost 40 years for Banner Health/Entech. He is preceded in death by his perants Millie and Roy Sullivan, his brother Tim Sullivan, and brother-in-law Bobby Yates. Jim enjoyed computers, baseball, ASU sports, politics, music, cooking holday meals, travel, and especially time with his family. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, 3/31/16 at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 W. Bethany Home Road from 5-8 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Jerome's Catholic Church, 10815 N. 35th Avenue, Phoenix, on Friday, 4/1/16 at 10 am. Contributions in Jim's name can be made to SS. Simon and Jude School Help a Student Program, 6351 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85017, or St. Jerome's Catholic Church Building Fund, 10815 N. 35th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85029. Please visit www.almoore-grimshaw.com for tributes.
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Larry Swanson
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Rick Wandrych
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2024-07-18
Obituary:
Rick Wandrych
I am deeply saddened to share that my dad, Rick Wandrych passed away early Thursday morning on July 18, 2024, peacefully in his sleep. In his last days, he was surrounded by his closest family and friends. I want to remember my dad as the person he was for the majority of his life and mine.
My dad was passionate about experiences. Sometimes he would pause and say, "You know this is a really special moment and moments like this don't happen a lot." He attended over 100 concerts throughout his life, including taking me to my first concert (Coldplay). Some of the notable ones also include Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Joe Cocker, and Bruce Springsteen's first ever concert.
He loved going on adventures and traveled throughout the United States and Europe. Two pieces of travel advice he taught me that I practice are 1. Only pack what you're willing to carry and, 2. Eat somewhere different every day and go back to your favorite place on the last day.
My dad was an athlete and avid hiker. All throughout my childhood and early adulthood, he held season tickets for the Diamondbacks and Cardinals; we spent many nights at the stadium, learning his love for the sports. For many years, he would do an annual Grand Canyon "rim to river" hike in a day. Other famous hikes he did were Half Dome, Mt. Whitney, and Diamond Head. In our hikes together, he taught me it was best to "rest not quit" and to bring more water than you think you'll need.
My dad was determined, courageous, and had a unique brand of humor. He could always find something to laugh about, even during the hardest times. He had a big heart and will be deeply missed. Like any life well lived, no written blurb could begin to encapsulate all he was and all he meant to me.
"I believe that what we become depends on what our fathers teach us at odd moments, when they aren't trying to teach us. We are formed by little scraps of wisdom."
If you met my dad and would like to share a memory, something you liked about him, or something he taught you please do. A private memorial service will be held in early Fall.
Branna Nichole, Rick’s daughter
Rick Wandrych
I am deeply saddened to share that my dad, Rick Wandrych passed away early Thursday morning on July 18, 2024, peacefully in his sleep. In his last days, he was surrounded by his closest family and friends. I want to remember my dad as the person he was for the majority of his life and mine.
My dad was passionate about experiences. Sometimes he would pause and say, "You know this is a really special moment and moments like this don't happen a lot." He attended over 100 concerts throughout his life, including taking me to my first concert (Coldplay). Some of the notable ones also include Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Joe Cocker, and Bruce Springsteen's first ever concert.
He loved going on adventures and traveled throughout the United States and Europe. Two pieces of travel advice he taught me that I practice are 1. Only pack what you're willing to carry and, 2. Eat somewhere different every day and go back to your favorite place on the last day.
My dad was an athlete and avid hiker. All throughout my childhood and early adulthood, he held season tickets for the Diamondbacks and Cardinals; we spent many nights at the stadium, learning his love for the sports. For many years, he would do an annual Grand Canyon "rim to river" hike in a day. Other famous hikes he did were Half Dome, Mt. Whitney, and Diamond Head. In our hikes together, he taught me it was best to "rest not quit" and to bring more water than you think you'll need.
My dad was determined, courageous, and had a unique brand of humor. He could always find something to laugh about, even during the hardest times. He had a big heart and will be deeply missed. Like any life well lived, no written blurb could begin to encapsulate all he was and all he meant to me.
"I believe that what we become depends on what our fathers teach us at odd moments, when they aren't trying to teach us. We are formed by little scraps of wisdom."
If you met my dad and would like to share a memory, something you liked about him, or something he taught you please do. A private memorial service will be held in early Fall.
Branna Nichole, Rick’s daughter
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