Obituaries

Miles Patrick "Pat" Hanrahan

Miles Patrick "Pat" Hanrahan

Jul 25, 2025

Miles Patrick “Pat” Hanrahan passed away peacefully at home in Springerville, Arizona, Friday, July 25, 2025 at the age of 94 surrounded by love and family. Born on July 14, 1931 in Denver, Colorado to John William Hanrahan and Emily Violet Boyle Hanrahan, Pat grew up in Denver alongside his five siblings; brothers, John, “Jack”, Richard “Dick”, Dennis and twin...

Linda Pauline Turke

Linda Pauline Turke

Jul 19, 2025

Linda Pauline Turke, 74, born and raised in Bisbee, Arizona and a cherished long-time resident of South Fork in Greer, Arizona, passed away peacefully at her home, Saturday, July 19, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Richard D. Tate, Sr. and Maria Luisa Salazar Tate as well as her brother, Richard D. Tate, Jr. and sister, Ramona Brinton.

A piece...

Kenyon Leone Peters

Kenyon Leone Peters

Jul 18, 2025

Kenyon Leone Peters, 51, passed away, Friday, July 18, 2025 at his home in Springerville, Arizona. He was born November 27, 1973 in Springerville, the son of Lewis Wayne Peters and Cathy Maxine Gillespie.

Kenyon was a loving son, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He will be remembered for his fun sense of humor, hard work and dedication to the...

David Eugene Machovoe, Sr.

David Eugene Machovoe, Sr.

Jul 5, 2025

David Eugene Machovoe, Sr., 66, passed away, Saturday, July 5, 2025 at his home in St. Johns, Arizona. He was born November 2, 1958 in Batavia, New York, the son of Joseph Charles Machovoe and Jane Zieleski.

David enjoyed planting and growing vegetables and flowers. He loved old western movies and shows which led him to move to Arizona and be...

Michael Edward Carter

Michael Edward Carter

Jun 29, 2025

Michael Edward Carter, 76, passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 29, 2025 in Springerville, Arizona, just steps away from where he was born on February 21, 1949, the son of Edward Earl Carter and Marvine Anderson.

Mike was a beloved grandfather, father, brother, husband and friend. He spent his schoolboy years in St. Johns, Arizona, graduating in the class of 1967. He...

Karlene Edith Moya Ochoa

Karlene Edith Moya Ochoa

Jun 27, 2025

Karlene Edith Moya Ochoa, 76, passed away, Friday, June 27, 2025 in Chandler, Arizona. She was born April 27, 1949 in Springerville, Arizona, the daughter of Ted Pena and Irene Baca.

Karlene was the center of her family. She was the perfect mom, nana, nani and wife. She always had a house full of family and friends for holidays, birthdays and...

William "Bill" Wayne Mayfield

William "Bill" Wayne Mayfield

Jun 25, 2025

William “Bill” Wayne Mayfield returned to his Heavenly Father Friday, June 25, 2025. He was born to Vernon Hess Mayfield and Melba Myrtle Sparks Mayfield on March 6, 1941 along with a twin sister, Betty. He was raised in Farmington and Kaysville Utah. For many years he made Eagar, Arizona his home.

A cowboy to the core. A farrier by trade,...

Ray Anthony Barraza

Ray Anthony Barraza

Jun 23, 2025

Ray Anthony Barraza, 51, passed away, Monday, June 23, 2025 at his home in Springerville, Arizona. He was born June 27, 1973 in Springerville, the son of Joe G. Barraza and Julia A. Moya.

Ray was my husband, my best friend and the kind of dad every little girl deserves.While our hearts are heavy, we’re also full of love for the...

Perian Smith

Perian Smith

Jun 22, 2025

Perian Smith, 65, passed away, Sunday, June 22, 2025 in Eagar, Arizona. She was born January 16, 1960, the daughter of Larry Dean Duncan and Barbara Lela Calloway. She is survived by her husband, Calvin Eli Smith.

Marian Castillo

Marian Castillo

Jun 18, 2025

Marian Castillo died unexpectedly from complications due to gallbladder removal surgery, Friday, June 18, 2025. She was only 86 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by her sudden death. Marian was born on October 12, 1938, in Aragon New Mexico.

Marian is survived and missed by her daughters, Bernice Thebeau and Pam Castillo-Rhodes, son, Jerry Castillo, 7 grandchildren,...

Jason Robert Pittman

Jason Robert Pittman

Jun 12, 2025

Jason Robert Pittman, 48, of Eagar, Arizona, passed away, Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was born February 8, 1977 in Mesa, Arizona and raised in Eagar, where he built a life grounded in family, service and hard work.

Jason served his country honorably in the United States Navy from 1995-2001. He carried the values of duty, service and integrity with him...

Myrtle Lucille Heath Geisler

Myrtle Lucille Heath Geisler

Jun 5, 2025

Myrtle Lucille Heath Geisler, 87, passed peacefully at home, Thursday, June 5, 2025 in Eagar, Arizona. She was born August 31, 1937 in Bernalillo, New Mexico, the daughter of Glen Ervin Heath and Florence Etta Hadley.

Myrtle was a loving wife to her husband of 70 ½ years, Henry Darrel Geisler, a strong mother to her 5 children, Bonnie Magdalene (Steve)...

Gary Dean Hegg

Gary Dean Hegg

Jun 1, 2025

Gary Dean Hegg, 81, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 in his beloved Pie Town, New Mexico. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on October 28, 1943, the son of Edward A. Hegg and Blanche G. Huser Hegg. Their home was across the road from a Boy Scout ranch and Gary said it was the best childhood imaginable.

Gary was an...

Anthony Sample

Anthony Sample

May 27, 2025

Anthony Sample, 71, passed away, Tuesday, May 27, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born June 12, 1953 in St. Johns, Arizona, the son of Demetrio Sample and Nellie Chavez.

Anthony is survived by his children, Anthony “Tony” Sample, Jr., Meranda Sample, Morgan Sample, siblings, Alfred (Cathy) Sample, Gladys Jaramillo, Robert Sample, Nora (Benny) Acosta, Ruben Garcia, Estella Sample, AnnaBelle (Eligio) Castillo,...

Daniel G. Falkner

Daniel G. Falkner

May 27, 2025

Daniel G. Falkner, 63, passed away, Tuesday, May 27, 2025 in Eagar, Arizona. He was born July 6, 1961 in Portland, Oregon, the son of Gordon Arnold Falkner and Patricia Jane Holman.

Dan was an amazing husband, father, grandpa, son, brother and uncle. His first love was Sheri, his 6 sons and 14 grandkids. His second love was music and he...

Steven Allen Melcher

Steven Allen Melcher

May 25, 2025

Steven Allen Melcher, 42, passed away, Sunday, May 25, 2025 in Concho, Arizona. He was born January 22, 1983 in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of Steven Michael Melcher and Linda Joy Clendenning.

A letter to my brother: My brother had big dreams and an equally big heart. His loss cannot be expressed with words. The hurt is unfathomable.

During his short life...

Loyd Allen Lambert

Loyd Allen Lambert

May 25, 2025

Loyd Allen Lambert, 86, of Quemado, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was born September 3, 1938 in Levelland, Texas, the son of Loyd Elbert Lambert and Anna Fae Haywood.

Loyd was a devoted family man whose strength, kindness and sense of humor left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He was a proud father,...

Kathy McCray Reidhead

Kathy McCray Reidhead

May 21, 2025

Kathy McCray Reidhead, 85, passed away, Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in Lakeside, Arizona. She was born March 16, 1940 in St. Johns, Arizona, the daughter of Dexter Lee McCray and Euphemia Berry.

Kathy was a mom of 3 daughters, ShaeLynn, Shelly and Rhonda. She was the Postmaster in Nutrioso, Arizona for over 30 years. She loved her post office customers.

Kathy was...

Glenda Rowley Finch

Glenda Rowley Finch

May 11, 2025

Glenda Rowley Finch, 90, passed away, Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Eagar, Arizona. She was born October 18, 1934 in Prescott, Arizona, the daughter of Allen Rowley and Gladys Mavel Allen.

Glenda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. She liked to be with her family especially outdoors camping, fishing, gardening and doing yard work. She...

Darren Duval Jaramillo

Darren Duval Jaramillo

May 6, 2025

Darren Duval Jaramillo, 64, passed away, Tuesday, May 6, 2025 in Chandler, Arizona. He was born May 20, 1960 in Apache County, Arizona, the son of Frank and Mollie Castillo.

Darren had a huge, soft heart. He was a naturally gifted athlete and was good at everything he did. He was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and exceptional fly fisherman. He worked...

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