Local Obituaries for Families in Cottonwood, Arizona
Robert Edward Bigelow, Jr.
Dec 15, 2008
Robert Edward Bigelow, Jr., of Cottonwood was born August 20, 1938, passed peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of December 15, 2008. He was preceded in death by his eldest son Gerald (Jerry) Bigelow and grandson Jason Kildoo. His loving wife of fifty years, Nancy, survives him as well as his children, Lynette (Jeff) Jacobs of Prescott,...
Maridel Walters
Dec 13, 2008
Maridel Walters, 92, a resident of Sedona died December 13. She was born December 8, 1916 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Adelia May Kirves. She worked as a beautician in Sedona retiring in 1988. She was also an artist. She was preceded in death by a niece, Adelia Ann Cooney. She leaves no survivors. There are no...
George Penn
Dec 13, 2008
George Penn, 86, of Cottonwood died December 13. He was born June 13, 1922 in Globe, the son of Ed and Ethel Penn. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, receiving two bronze stars. He was employed as a lithographer. He loved nature, loved animals, painting and other numerous hobbies. He is remembered as a quiet, kind gentleman...
Reyburne Owen
Dec 13, 2008
Reyburne F. "Bud" Owen, 86, of Cottonwood, passed on peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 13, 2008. Bud was born July 27, 1922, to Fletch and Lizzie Owen. His life was a journey that left a trail of hope and happiness for all who crossed his path. He will be remembered for his sweet smile and quiet confidence. A 1940...
Melvin R. Gunnarson
Dec 13, 2008
Melvin R. Gunnarson, ("Cornville Mel") 87, passed Saturday, December 13 in Cottonwood. He was born on September 4, 1921 in Grundy Center, IA. His daughters are hosting a Celebration of his Life Friday, December 19, 2008 from 4-7 pm at Murphy\u0027s Grill 747 S. Main Street, Cottonwood, AZ. He eloped with the love of his life Gloria Jenkins on July...
Johnnie B. Stapp
Dec 13, 2008
Johnnie B. Stapp, aged 81, passed away on Saturday, December 13th after a brief illness. She was born Johnnie B. Connor on July 18th, 1927 in Des Moines, New Mexico to John Connor and Fay Etta (Hyer) Connor. She was a long time resident of Albuquerque, NM where she was a past Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern...
Katherine Kay Grannan
Dec 12, 2008
Katherine (Kay) Grannan passed away on December 12, 2008. She was the daughter of Loren and Mildred Botleman. She was born in La Junta, Colorado and lived in Flagstaff off and on for many years since she was a young girl. She was a graduate of Flagstaff High School. She was dedicated to her family and loved in many locations...
I. Jean Worley
Dec 12, 2008
Ila Jean Worley, 87, of Cottonwood died December 12. She was born August 9, 1921 in Quincy, Illinois. She was a student of English and Art. She was a member of the Art Institute of Chicago. She enjoyed reading the bible, going to lunch with her best friend Monka and church. She leaves her sons, Allen Valentine and Gary Valentine;...
Dr. James E. Vickers
Dec 12, 2008
Dr. James E. Vickers, 74, of Cottonwood died December 12, 2008. He was born March 7, 1934 in Jerome, Arizona to Emett and Louise (Reed) Vickers. Jim graduated from Marshfield High School in Coos Bay, Oregon. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Oregon and received his Doctorate of Optometry from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. Jim...
Margaret Brownlie
Dec 10, 2008
Margaret Brownlie, 97, formerly of Cottonwood, died December 10. She was born November 26, 1911 in Cove, Ohio. She was the wife of the late Robert Brownlie. She was a member of Mountain View United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 19 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 10:30 AM. An online guestbook is available...
Anne S. Elder
Dec 9, 2008
Anne Swain Elder, 94, of Cottonwood died December 9. She was born July 5, 1914 in Bardentown, New Jersey. She attended St. Mary\u0027s for elementary, Cathedral High School and Rider College. She was employed by the State of new jersey with the Department of Labor. She enjoyed sewing. She leaves a daughter, Maryanne Rickette (Frank) of Sedona. There are no...
Nyla Harding Murie
Dec 5, 2008
Nyla Harding Murie, 86, of Cottonwood , died December 5. She was born September 28, 1922 in Carson , North Dakota , the daughter of Merritt and Selma Harding. Nyla attended the University of North Dakota and was a member of the Chi Omega sorority. She met her husband, William Mervin Murie, in 1944 and was happily married for 55...
June Foster Brown
Dec 5, 2008
June Foster Brown, 77, of New River, passed away on December 5, 2008 after a long illness. She was the 4th child of Robert Ocal and Ottie Foster. June was born in Welden, Illinois, June 9, 1931. She was a long time resident of Arizona moving here in the 1950\u0027s. Mr. and Mrs. Brown lived in Cottonwood for about 30...
Patrick D. Gorlick
Dec 3, 2008
Patrick David Gorlick, 55 yrs, resident of Camp Verde, AZ, passed away peacefully Wed., Dec. 3, 2008 at VVMC in Cottonwood, AZ. He was born on Feb. 2, 1953 to Doreen and Ed Gorlick in Seattle, WA. Patrick was the beloved husband to Judith Elizabeth Gorlick, married in Nov. 1996. He is survived by his loving children, Jai Ram Rideout,...
Billie Jean Moseley
Nov 29, 2008
Billie Jean Moseley, 80, of Cottonwood, went to be with our lord on November 29, 2008. She was born January 17, 1928 in Los Angeles, CA. Brought to Arizona as an infant, she lived her whole life in Arizona and the past sixty years in Sedona and the Verde Valley. She had settled in Cottonwood for 15 years. She was...
Helen J. Byrd
Nov 22, 2008
Helen J. Byrd, 91, of Cottonwood died November 22. She was born December 29, 1916 in Rush Creek, Arkansas, the daughter of Lon and Sarah (Reading) Setzer. She was a member of Verde Valley Christian Church. She enjoyed family, friends and church. Her other interests were singing silly songs, canning, cooking and Sunday dinners. She heas left her family with...
Tyler Turner
Nov 20, 2008
Tyler Turner, 67, of Cottonwood died November 20. He was born April 17, 1942 in Manhatan, New York the son of Ted and Dulcie Turner. He attended schools in Clarkdale and Tucson. Mr. Turner worked in the maintenance department of ASU and later with his business MT Maintenance. His interests included golf and reading. He will be remembered as a...
Ernest H. Hill
Nov 19, 2008
Ernest H. "Ernie" Hill, 82, of Clarkdale died November 19. He was born October 19, 1926 in Flagstaff, the son of Herschel T. and Anna V. Hill. He attended St. Anthony\u0027s School in Flagstaff, graduated from Flagstaff High School and received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Arizona. A naval veteran of World War...
Deloris M. Beach
Nov 18, 2008
Deloris M. Beach, 77, of Cottonwood died November 18. She was born January 12, 1932 in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of James and Lavon Simpson. She was a volunteer at the Humane Society for many years. She loved animals and of course her family. She made baby blankets for all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by...
Kenneth L. Miller
Nov 17, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008 Kenneth L. Miller, 70, of Cottonwood, died Nov. 17, 2008. He was born April 29, 1938, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Franklin and Adele (Lassahn) Miller. He was employed at KRTH radio as an engineer until his retirement in 2000. He enjoyed flying. Mr. Miller is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marjorie Miller....
