Current Obituaries
Richard McDonald
Nov 28, 2023
Richard McDonald, a beloved member of the Sacaton community, passed away on November 28, 2023, at the age of 64. Born on October 7, 1959, in Sacaton to his loving mother Geraldine McDonald, Richard leaves behind a legacy of kindness and warmth that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Richard had a remarkable ability to forge meaningful connections...
Dennis Miles Jr.
Nov 26, 2023
Dennis Miles Jr., aged 76, peacefully passed away at his home in Sacaton on November 26, 2023. He was born to his loving parents, Dennis Sr. and Lenora Miles, in Sacaton.Dennis was widely known for his strong will and a respectful demeanor, coupled with his dedicated work ethic. His journey began at the tender age of 13 when he embarked...
Benjamin E. Young
Nov 23, 2023
Benjamin E. Young, aged 50, of Chuichu, passed away on November 23, 2023, in Chandler. He was born on November 23, 1973 to Floyd Young and Maxine Vincent-Young.
In Life, Benjamin had a great sense of humor and valued his culture and family deeply. He enjoyed playing pool, dancing and listening to old country music.
Benjamin is survived...
Rudy Lopez Flores
Nov 21, 2023
Rudy Flores (78) of Casa Grande, AZ, passed away peacefully at his home on November 21, 2023. He was born on December 5, 1944, in Coolidge, AZ to Servino and Maria (Lopez) Flores.Rudy's commitment to his country led him to pursue 22 years in the Army National Guard. During his military years, he embarked on a career in photography, where...
Onesemah Harrison Peters
Nov 20, 2023
Onesemah Harrison Peters, aged 39, of Sacaton, passed away in Chandler on November 20, 2023. Born on July 15, 1984, in Tucson to Renay and Edith Peters, Onesemah was a remarkable individual who brought joy and laughter wherever he went. His vibrant personality and infectious sense of humor made him the life of every party.
Onesemah possessed a unique character...
Grace P. Zepeda
Nov 20, 2023
Grace P. Zepeda, of Casa Grande died on November 20, 2023. Grace was born in Stanfield on November 23, 1960, to Albert Pablo and Carmen Celestine-Pablo. She was a strong and resilient woman who faced a cancer diagnosis in 2021 with courage and determination.
Grace was known for her hard work, strength, love, and kindness. She cherished the time...
Patsy Fay White
Nov 19, 2023
Patsy Fay White, 83, of Sacaton, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023. She was born on April 4, 1940, in Phoenix, Arizona, to the late Alexander Lewis and Ester Enis.
Patsy's journey in life led her to meet and marry the love of her life, Billiam White Sr., with whom she shared a beautiful union and raised six children....
Ella D. Coleman
Nov 19, 2023
Ella D. Coleman, 89, died on November 19, 2023, at home, which she shared with her granddaughter, Kimberly Fulton (Solomon) in Maricopa, AZ. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Muchen (Maggie L. Collins) on September 5, 1934, in Union Town, AL, she lived in Mobile, AL until she was 18 years old. She then moved to Wauwatosa, WI, where she...
Deannie R. Jose
Nov 18, 2023
Deannie R. Jose, 27 of Chui Chu died on November 18, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1996 to Donnie R. Jose and Adeline K. Manuel in Casa Grande, Arizona.
Deannie enjoyed staying at home watching movies and listening to her favorite music, Suicide Boys. She loved spending time with family and her children. Deannie was outspoken, independent...
Manuel Hernandez Cardenas Jr.
Nov 15, 2023
Manuel Hernandez Cardenas Jr., a beloved figure in the community, passed away at the age of 84 in Eloy, Arizona. Born on April 27, 1939, in Del Rio, Texas to Manuel Cardenas Sr. and Juanita Hernandez Cardenas,
Manuel's career revolved around his passion for agriculture, specifically his ownership and operation of a cotton gin in Eloy, Arizona. He poured...
Patricia Barnes
Nov 11, 2023
Patricia Gay Barnes was born December 21, 1946 and joined the Lord on November 11, 2023. She was kind, strong, beautiful, and smart. No one remembers what you have done or said in life but how you’ve made them feel. Pat exemplified the true meaning of unconditional love. She always put everyone’s needs above her own, providing sound advice, love,...
Deloria Williams
Nov 10, 2023
She was born in Phoenix, Arizona on July 31, 1969, to the late Naomi Rogers and the late Douglas Williams Sr.Deloria was loving mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt and niece. She loved reading, listening to music and art. She was an athlete in high school. Deloria was a very caring person. Who would help many in need even if...
Marcus Christopher Noriega
Nov 9, 2023
Marcus Christopher Noriega, 36, of Casa Grande died on November 9, 2023.
He was born in Valencia, California, on October 23, 1987, to Margie Talamante and Javier M. Noriega Sr.
Marcus loved spending time with family and friends at barbeques. He enjoyed watching NFL and listening to music. Marcus was an outgoing person and enjoyed being outdoors.
Survivors include...
Ernest Eugene "Gene" Lehman
Nov 8, 2023
Obituary: Ernest Eugene Lehman (10/29/32 - 11/8/23)
Casa Grande mourns the loss of a beloved long-time resident and esteemed businessman, Ernest Eugene Lehman, affectionately known as Gene. Born on October 29, 1932, Gene passed away on November 8, 2023, surrounded by family and listening to his favorite gospel music, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and love....
Walter Wayne Flesher
Nov 7, 2023
Walter Wayne Flesher, 80, of Maricopa, AZ passed away at home on November 7, 2023. An Arizona native, Walter was born to Vance and Maryland (Nejedlo) Flesher in Phoenix. He resided in Maricopa for the last 20 years, where he was close to his children and grandchildren.
In November 1967 Walter married the love of his life, Donna, and they...
Valerie A. Howard
Nov 7, 2023
Valerie A. Howard, of Coolidge, died on November 7, 2023 in Gilbert at the age of 52. She was born on March 12, 1971, in Sacaton to Gordon Lee Howard and Mary Jane Crawford-Howard.
Valerie loved cooking and always prepared more than enough to share with her loved ones. She found joy in listening to Chicken Scratch music. Regardless of...
Frances Delsi LaPaglia
Nov 5, 2023
Frances Delsi LaPaglia, 70, of Coolidge, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2023. Born on October 4, 1953, in Coolidge to Joe Sr. and Concepcion Delsi, Frances was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many with her boundless empathy.
Frances had a deep love for children, although she was unable to have any of her own....
Jenny C Feliz
Nov 4, 2023
Jenny C. Feliz, 85, of Florence, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 4, 2023. She was born on July 23, 1938, in Oracle, Arizona to Raphael and Guadalupe Cruz. Throughout her life, Jenny held many jobs - from a deli cashier to a nurse - until she discovered her true calling as a teacher's aide for the...
Maria Bandin
Nov 3, 2023
Maria Hermencia Ventura Bandin, age 97 of Maricopa, passed away on November 3, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Bandin was born August 16, 1926 in Mission, Texas. She was a homemaker who lived in Maricopa for over 76 years. She enjoyed caring for her family and gardening.
Survivors include three chidlren; Irene, Gilbert and Jessie; 29 grandchildren; 71 great-grandchildren;...
Juanita Montalvo Fernandez
Nov 2, 2023
Juanita Montalvo Fernandez, 83, of Casa Grande, Az, died on November 2, 2023. Ms. Fernandez was born on April 24, 1940, in Harlingen, Texas to Jose Montalvo and Marta Campos.
Juanita loved being outside watering her yard, enjoying her plants and flowers. Every chance that Juanita would get; you could find her doing word search puzzles, scratching lottery tickets,...
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