obituaries


Elizabeth Wolf

Elizabeth Wolf

January 17, 2025

Elizabeth “Lizzi” Wolf

Elizabeth “Lizzi” Wolf, beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, stepmother, passed away peacefully January 17.Lizzi graduated from Oberlin College and earned her Ph.D. in American Culture from University of Michigan. She taught college courses in Film Studies, Popular Culture, and Literature.Lizzi authored several critically acclaimed Historical Fiction novels.She had many wonderful years with her beloved husband Len.She loved all...

Carol Lynn Constan

Carol Lynn Constan

January 17, 2025

Carol Lynn Constan, 63, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on January 17th, 2025.

Carol was born on October 20th, 1961 to Clarance and Lillian Constantakis in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. After graduating high school, she went on to obtain a B.A. at Loretto Heights College. She met her husband, Steven Dvorak, in Lakewood, Colorado and they married in 1985 in Lakewood, Colorado....

Darrell Ira Buttram

Darrell Ira Buttram

January 15, 2025

Pastor Darrell Ira Buttram, Sr., 80, of Tucson, AZ went home to be with Jesus on January 15, 2025. He was born Aug 26, 1944 in Madera, CA, and was a loving spouse, supportive father, and faithful minister of the gospel.

Darrell dedicated six decades of life to preaching the gospel, mentoring young ministers, and serving his community. As a visionary...

Maxine Kimmey

Maxine Kimmey

January 15, 2025

After 98 years of an earthly life well-lived, one defined by faith, grace and love – along with a bit of feistiness too – our mother, grandmother, and GiGi went home to the arms of Jesus on January 15, 2025.

Born December 30, 1926 in Akron, Ohio, mom came to Tucson when husband Bill enrolled at the University of Arizona in...

Frank Zimnicki

Frank Zimnicki

January 14, 2025

Frank Zimnicki, a deeply loved father, spouse, and business owner, passed away on January 14, 2025, at Banner University Hospital in Tucson, Arizona. He faced complications following surgery and ultimately could not recover. Born on January 13, 1948, in Poznan, Poland, Frank's life was defined by adventure, ingenuity, resilience, humor, and a deep love for the people around him. He...

John Ernest Nichols

John Ernest Nichols

January 13, 2025

John Ernest Nichols, 81 passed away on January 13, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. John was born March 12, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Theodore and Catherine Nichols. He was the oldest and a first-generation U.S. born child, his mother being a Canadian immigrant and his father being a Greek immigrant. John survived his younger sister Rose Marie. Survivors...

Jane Ellen Baylog

Jane Ellen Baylog

January 11, 2025

Jane Ellen Baylog, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, has left a lasting legacy of love and creativity. Throughout her 82 years of life, she poured her heart into her passions and touched the lives of those around her in the most beautiful ways.

Jane's green thumb was legendary, and her backyard was a testament to her dedication as an avid gardener....

Sandra Jean Lim

Sandra Jean Lim

January 10, 2025

Sandra Jean Lim, born on September 17, 1943, in Texas, departed this world peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. A devoted housewife, Sandra dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating a haven of love and warmth. Her unwavering support made her the best mother, grandmother, and greatmother one could ever ask for.

Sandra is survived by her...

Vernie M Garrison

Vernie M Garrison

January 8, 2025

Vernie M. Garrison, born on September 23, 1963, in Pueblo, Colorado, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Vail, Arizona. He was a devoted family man and a dedicated professional who worked as a supervisor.

Vernie was known for his generous spirit and willingness to help anyone without hesitation. His warmth and kindness fostered many cherished relationships throughout his life. He...

Edward "Brouck" Haynes

Edward "Brouck" Haynes

January 3, 2025

Edward “Brouck” Haynes

Brouck was born in Hollywood, California, on March 25, 1943 and died in Tucson, Arizona, on January 3, 2025. He grew up in Vista, California, and moved around the United States, calling the Napa Valley home and enjoying his last eight years in Green Valley.

After serving in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, Brouck returned to California....

Andrew Patrick Craddock

Andrew Patrick Craddock

January 2, 2025

Andrew Patrick Craddock, 81, died in Tucson, Arizona on January 2, 2025, after a difficult battle with heart disease.

He was born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee in 1943 to Andrew J. and Mary Dell (Corbitt) Craddock. They eventually made their way to San Diego, California, where Andy (or Pat as he was known to his family) attended Chula Vista High School.

He left...

Sherry Kehl

Sherry Kehl

January 2, 2025

Sherry Kehl passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 2nd, 2025 after battling COPD and Cancer in Peppi's Hospice House Tucson, AZ. She was preceded in death by: Nephew Shawn Giles, Brother Rick Ecker , Sister Barbara Warner, Nephew Steve Warner Father Robert C Ecker Sr Nephew Kenneth Lee Warner Mother Ethel C Luce Ecker Husband Daniel Frank Kehl...

Michael T Cuthbertson

Michael T Cuthbertson

December 30, 2024

Michael T. Cuthbertson, 80, of Tucson, Arizona passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. 

Michael was born on October 31st, 1944 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Bertha Prewitt and Jordan Cuthbertson. He graduated from Oklahoma University in 1966 and went on to work for the Social Security Administration. 

Michael was known for his adventurous spirit, whether playing the...

Mike

Mike

December 29, 2024

Mike was a beloved son, loving husband, kind and caring father, grandfather, brother, co-worker, and friend. He had a deep passion for the great outdoors, spending countless hours hunting, fishing, and camping. These activities brought him immense joy and allowed him to spend time in nature with his amazing friends, family and loved ones.Mike was well known for his remarkable...

Alice M Hoffman

Alice M Hoffman

December 26, 2024

Alice Hoffman, 1974 speaking at National Council of Senior Citizens

It is with great sadness that we announced the passing of Alice M. Hoffman, who died in Tucson, Arizona on Dec. 26, 2024, age 95. Alice was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. June 17, 1929 to mother Florence Crane and father Nelson H. Cruikshank. Her father was a Methodist minister who later...

Edwin Vince Peterson

Edwin Vince Peterson

December 25, 2024

Edwin (known to us all as Ed) Peterson was born in Chicago on November 22, 1948. His father was a plumber by trade, and his mother was a homemaker. Ed is survived by a brother named Don. Ed grew up loving sports; he was an excellent baseball player and played on the Foreman High School baseball team. He also enjoyed...

Larry Martinez Jr

Larry Martinez Jr

December 24, 2024

Our beloved life partner, dad, Tata , brother, Tio and friend passed away on December 24, 2024 in the arms of his family. He leaves behind so many that loved him. Preceded in death by his mother, Sylvia Martinez. Survived by his life partner, Mariana, sons Michael, Marcos and Mosses; daughters, Madianna, Marsi, and Millie; his father Larry Martinez Sr.,...

Zelda Marie Scitticatt

Zelda Marie Scitticatt

December 23, 2024

Zelda Marie Scitticatt, lovingly known as Marie, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 77.

Marie was born on October 6, 1947, in Bisbee, Arizona, and raised in Douglas, Arizona. She attended school in Douglas, where she shined as a baton twirler in the high school band and was recognized for her academic achievements. As a junior,...