Timothy Rickter Schmitt
May 13, 2026
Timothy Rickter Schmitt, 64, passed away at his home in St. Johns, Arizona, Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Born on August 11, 1961 in Evansville, Indiana, Timothy lived a life defined by his deep devotion to his family, his steadfast character and the warmth he brought to all who knew him.
Timothy spent his childhood and early years in Evansville, Indiana. Later...
Elizabeth Rose Ketring
May 13, 2026
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the Feast Day of Our Lady of Fatima, Elizabeth Rose Ketrina wrapped herself in the mantle of the Blessed Mother and stepped joyfully into the kingdom of Heaven at the age of 77.
Elizabeth was born February 6, 1949 in Saratoga Springs, New York. She was the second born and first daughter of 5 to Lewis...
Dolores "Dolly" Magaña Hanrahan
May 12, 2026
Dolores Magaña Hanrahan, beloved mom, grandma, friend and faithful servant to her community and church, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, May 12, 2026 in Eagar, Arizona at the age of 88 after a brief illness.
Dolores was born October 22, 1937 in Miami, Arizona to Jose Magaña and Refugio “Cuca” Lopez Magaña. She was raised in Nogales, Arizona with her sisters, Angelina...
Michael David Haynes
May 9, 2026
Michael David Haynes, 70, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026 in Eagar, Arizona. He was born January 6, 1956 in Saratoga Springs, New York, the son of Lewis Lester Haynes, Jr. and Mary Rose Benton.
Michael, also known as Uncle Mike and affectionately as “Turtle” was a man who lived for the outdoors and the simple joy of a shared laugh....
Justin Scott Phelps
May 3, 2026
Justin Scott Phelps, 58, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Springerville, Arizona. He was born March 13, 1968 in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of John Charles Phelps and Pamela Jean Powers.
Justin was a talented athlete in high school. He took state in wrestling his senior year. He was awarded class favorite, Mr. Elk, Homecoming King and Vice President of...
Wilson Copeland
Apr 22, 2026
Wilson Copeland, 85, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at his home in Eagar, Arizona. He was born April 18, 1941 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the son of Wilson Monroe Copeland and Willie Winnie Rannals.
Wilson married his high school sweetheart, Stella Mae in 1959 after dating for three years. Soon after he enlisted in the United States Navy and was...
Claire Celeste Hicks
Apr 22, 2026
Claire Celeste Hicks, 60, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born April 5, 1966 and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion and quiet strength.
Claire graduated from St. Johns High School and moved to Utah where she began working for Novell. A few years later she returned to Arizona and began her long career...
Jim Lee Hauser
Apr 21, 2026
Jimmy “Jim” Lee Hauser, 89, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026 in St. Johns, Arizona. He was born October 22, 1936 in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Lester “Speck” Wayne Hauser and Eva “Sue” Mae Eurom.
Jim’s entire family line were farmers in scattered areas in Iowa. His family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1951. He graduated from Scottsdale High School...
Billie Verlene Baca
Apr 19, 2026
Billie Verlene Baca, 60, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born May 2, 1965 in Belen, New Mexico, the daughter of Billy J. Armstrong and Bonnie Louise Brown.
Verlene loved spending time with her family and friends. She loved getting out in the mountains and picking berries and pinon. She was a cosmetologist for over 30...
Edward Dean Long
Apr 19, 2026
Edward Dean Long, 52, passed away suddenly, Sunday, April 19, 2026, leaving his family and friends heartbroken and deeply saddened by his unexpected loss. He was born June 28, 1973 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the son of Robert Eldon Long and Carla Starr Talley. He was a loving husband, devoted father, proud pappy and a true friend to many.
Edward is...
Lynn Ray Garlow
Apr 18, 2026
Lynn Ray Garlow 04/21/1953-04/18/2026. Born in Ukiah, California and landed in Eagar, Arizona to help her father out. Lynn was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma. Preceded in death by father, Frelon, mother, Doris Marshall and brother, Jerry Parker. Surviving by sister, Sharlott Alcorta, husband, Tom Garlow, son, Rayburn Garlow and his wife, Rebecca, grandchildren, Antonio, Eric,...
Gayle Roxanne Schulz Holly
Apr 15, 2026
Gayle Roxanne Schulz Holly, 68, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in Eagar, Arizona. She was born June 18, 1957 in Phoenix, Arizona, the daughter of Bradford Lee Schulz and Dannie Lee Shipman.
Gayle is survived by her husband, Fritz Lee Holly, Eagar; son, Brad Arambel, Wellsville, Utah; daughter, Madison Schulz, Corpus Christi, Texas; and mother, Dannie Schulz.
She was preceded in...
Kenneth Richard Hall, Jr.
Apr 13, 2026
Kenneth Richard Hall, Jr., 48, passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 in Snowflake, Arizona. He was born June 19, 1977 in Show Low, Arizona, the son of Kenneth Richard Hall, Sr. and Peggy Swindle.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Eagar Stake Center.
Joan "Joani" Ellen Burgess
Apr 8, 2026
Joan “Joani” Ellen Burgess, 83, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026 in Springerville, Arizona. She was born October 3, 1942 in San Francisco, California, the daughter of Gordon Lanzo Burgess and Stella Maslovar.
Joani was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Kathy Burgess, children, Richard Martinez, Dori Parcell, Marc Martinez and grandson, Justin Martinez.
She is survived by her grandchildren, Kip...
Kathleen Crosby Ping
Apr 8, 2026
Kathleen Crosby Ping, 76, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 8, 2026 in Eagar, Arizona. Born on October 1, 1949 in Panguitch, Utah, to Arthur Glen Crosby and Beverly Roe Crosby, Kathy was a woman defined by her kindness, gentle spirit and unwavering faith.
A devoted educator, Kathy spent her career shaping young minds and nurturing hearts in Thoreau, New Mexico. Whether...
Pauline June Padilla Merrill
Apr 4, 2026
Pauline June Padilla Merrill, 63, passed away, Saturday, April 4, 2026 in Greer, Arizona. She was born April 25, 1962 in Springerville, Arizona, the daughter of Alfred Matas Padilla and Theresa Orona.
Pauline enjoyed hiking and horseback riding. She loved spending time with her grandchildren; especially watching their baseball games. Pauline was the owner of Rendezvous Diner in Greer for 20...
Mildred Frances Collett
Mar 15, 2026
Mildred Frances Collett, 90, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Eagar, Arizona. She was born January 5, 1936 in El Cajon, California, the daughter of Alfred L. Harris and Margaret F. Donovan.
Mildred is survived by her sons, Cody Waits, Kingman; Todd Waits, Tulsa, Oklahoma; daughter, Jeannie Moss, Redwing, Michigan; brothers, Raymond Harris, Tim Harris, Howard Harris, Jack Harris, Leon...
Marjorie Lois Kvitkovich
Mar 12, 2026
Marjorie Lois Kvitkovich, 68, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026 at her home in St. Johns, Arizona. She was born March 10, 1954 in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of Harold Milton Cochran and Lois Edna Wilson.
Margie was the definition of a saint; kind, patient and selfless. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, friend and Catholic. She loved life to...
Daniel Eugene Estes
Mar 11, 2026
Daniel Eugene Estes passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at age 83. He was born March 29, 1942 in Morenci, Arizona, the son of Effie Cleveland and John Elzy Estes.
Dan was a big-hearted, hard-working man who loved his family, all things mechanical and his mountain home. He was a certified diesel mechanic and the sound of a well running engine...
Alan Virgil LeSueur
Mar 4, 2026
Alan Virgil LeSueur, 78, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born February 21, 1948 in Springerville, Arizona, the son of Virgil Von LeSueur and Betty Jo Coleman.
Alan is survived by his sons, Lane (Lee) LeSueur, Colorado Springs, Colorado; Matthew LeSueur, Phoenix; Von LeSueur, Phoenix; daughter, Dani LeSueur, Mesa; brother, Don (Debbie) LeSueur, sisters, Jolene (Eldon)...
