Local Obituaries for Families in Cottonwood, Arizona
Patricia O'Brien
May 19, 2025
Patricia O'Brien, 99, passed away at home on May 19, 2025, in Sedona, AZ.
Patricia is survived by her daughter Theresa O'Brien, her granddaughter Julie Meacham, and her three great-grandchildren, Ashley (Shawn) Kuykendall, and Makenzie and Maria Meacham
Patricia is preceded in death by John O'Brien and Katie O'Brien
The Funeral Mass for Patricia O'Brien will be held on June 2, 2025, at...
Joseph Stephen Bachani
May 8, 2025
Joseph Stephen Bachani, age 72, of Clarkdale, Arizona unexpectedly passed away May 8, 2025.
Joseph was born August 18, 1952, to Joseph and Josephine Bachani in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Joe attended Bishop Mccort High school and graduated in 1970. He went on to obtain his associate's degree in specialized electronic and computer technology in 1972. He was an electrician and worked at...
Carolyn Griffin
May 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Griffin, who left us peacefully in her home in Cornville, AZ, on May 8, 2025 . Born on December 3, 1933, Carolyn lived a full life, touching the hearts of everyone who knew her.
Carolyn is survived by her loving sister, Martha Childers, and her 3 devoted nephew, Tim...
Marilyn D Esparza
May 6, 2025
Marilyn (Stockdale) Esparza age 85 of Phoenix, Arizona, died peacefully into her Savior's arms on May 6, 2025 of natural causes.
Born December 24, 1939 in Morrow County, Ohio the fourth child of the late Delbert and Iona (Baker) Stockdale. Loved by her family as a sweet and sassy, fun loving lady that enjoyed recounting family stories and lore. She would...
Jenny L Fortsch
2025
Jenny Lynn Fortsch passed away on April 30, 2025 after a long illness. Jenny was born 60 years ago in San Mateo, California.
She married Tom Fortsch in 1985, settling in Santa Rosa, California.
They moved to Cottonwood, Arizona in 1993 to be nearer family. Jenny later moved to Prescott in 2015.
Jenny is predeceased by her father Harold D. Geesey, her mother...
Donald Daigle
Apr 15, 2025
Donald Joseph Daigle Sr. (Don) went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 15th after courageously fighting various illnesses for almost 4 months. He was 89 years old. He was born in Old Town, Maine to Louis “Chunky” Daigle and Doris Sapiel Daigle on February 26, 1936. He grew up on Indian Island, Maine and was half...
Arnold Pokorski
Apr 13, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold who departed this life peacefully on April 13 in Cottonwood, Arizona. Born on May 26th in Manitowoc, WI Arnold was a wonderful husband, beloved father, keen gardener, devoted Arizona sports fan and teller of the best dad jokes. He retired in 2000 from his role in Airport Planning...
Anthony Jesus Ontiveros
Apr 4, 2025
Anthony (Tony) Jesus Ontiveros, 65, died Friday, April 4th, 2025 at his Cottonwood home. Tony was born to Diego and Frances Ontiveros on April 24th, 1959 in Bellemont, AZ. He was one of 11 kids and he grew up in Cottonwood, AZ where he also chose to raise his family.
Tony was a proud local business owner of gas station/convenience stores...
Diane Davidson
Mar 25, 2025
Diane Davidson February 24, 1949 – March 25, 2025
Diane Davidson, 76, of Cottonwood, AZ, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, at Verde Valley Medical Center due to natural causes.
Born on February 24, 1949, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Calvin and Eliza Beth Davidson, Diane grew up in Montpelier, Idaho, where she attended school before pursuing her passion for nursing. She...
Terrence Albert Wathogoma
Mar 22, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Terrence Albert Wathogoma, a cherished father, brother, and friend, who left us on March 22, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on March 31, 1970, Terrence's life was a tapestry woven with love, resilience, and dedication to others.
Terrence lived his life with a spirit of service and...
Malcolm Hendrix
Mar 22, 2025
Malcolm Hendrix, born December 27, 1947, passed away March 22, 2025 in Prescott Arizona.
Farrel L Owens
Mar 19, 2025
Farrel L. Owens, born on July 10, 1957, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Cottonwood, Arizona. Farrel Owens resided in Albuqurque, NM
Elkins M Howard Jr.
Mar 17, 2025
Howard M. Elkins Jr., born on December 4, 1943, peacefully passed away on March 17, 2025, in Prescott, AZ.
Diane Ewald
Mar 10, 2025
Diane (Dede) Gray Martin Ewald age 99, a resident of Generations Senior Care in Clarkdale, AZ, formerly of Cottonwood, AZ, and Golden Valley, MN, died Monday, March 10. She was the daughter of Sylvia and Royce Martin.
Dede was preceded in death by her husband Graydon R. Ewald; sons Timothy R Ewald and Gregory M Ewald and daughter Carolynn McGahey. She...
Anna Jo Coker
Mar 8, 2025
Anna Jo Coker
1938 - 2025
Anna Jo Coker, a 40 year resident of Cottonwood, AZ beloved mother of eight, grandmother of 12, and great grandmother of 19, many of whom knew her as “Grannie,” passed away in her home surrounded by family on March 8, 2025.
Ann, as she was known to most, was born March 21, 1938 in Floydada, TX....
Joseph Ybarra Zepeda
Mar 8, 2025
Joe Ybarra Zepeda
April 30, 1939 – March 8, 2025
Joe Y. Zepeda of Clarkdale, Arizona passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 8, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born in Cottonwood to Joseph Zepeda and Carmen Zepeda. He graduated from Clemenceau High School.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years Armida Zepeda and sons...
Nicholas Adam Naville
Mar 6, 2025
Nicholas “Nick” Naville passed away unexpectedly on Thursday March 6th, 2025 at his home in Cottonwood, AZ, just three days before his 43rd birthday.
Nick was a talented and well-respected land surveyor of many years, most recently working for Yavapai County. Nick loved the outdoors and spent his time off hiking, camping, and traversing the trails less traveled. He enjoyed woodworking,...
Cora Lea Payne
Mar 3, 2025
Cora Lea Payne, born Oct. 27, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away March 3, 2025, in Cottonwood, Arizona.
Cora’s professional life included being a secretary and salesperson at a carpet company and operator for a telephone company. She sold beef jerky at a roadside stand in her later years. Cora had a heart for helping others and volunteered at several local...
