All Obituaries

On April 21, 2023, Jean Adaline (Warner) Nottestad, 96, of Vail, Arizona, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children. After living with Lewy-Body Dementia for a number of years, Jean’s body and mind have been restored in the arms of Jesus. Jean was born on November 20, 1926, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Mary Hall and James Warner. Jean graduated from Amphitheater High School in Tucson, Arizona, in 1944. She lived most of her life in North Dakota and Arizona. Through her life, Jean...

Helen "Linea" Humphrey, 84, spent her last moments on earth at her home in St. David Arizona, surrounded by her family on May 21,2023. Linea was born July 1, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York to Henry and Helen Schierenbeck. As a child she had the privilege of performing at Carnegie Hall and was on a Roller Derby Team. Linea loved life and serving her community as a devoted member of the LDS church. Linea married the love of her life “Bob” Robert Humphrey on December 17th 1974...

Mrs. Jeannine Joy Morris                                                                                                                                     ...

Harold C. Boaz, Phd. born May 20, 1934, died May 11, 2023. Lived half a year in Benson for over 30 years. Lived half a year in Au Train, Michigan for 34 years. Born in Pana, Il. Harold died from complications after a nine week battle from a serious fall. He joined the Marines when he graduated High School and left Parris Island for Camp Pendleton before going to Korea where he eventually became a sergeant. Upon his completion of his tour of duty he used his GI bill to go to college. He...

Lola Scott Merrill 20 April 1929 - 15 May 2023 Our beloved Mom, Lola Scott Merrill, passed away peacefully 15 May 2023, at her daughter’s home in Mesa, AZ at age 94. Lola was born with striking blue eyes on 20 April 1929, in Pomerene, AZ to Louis Anthony Scott and Masilva May Coons.  Lola attended Grammar School in Pomerene. She was the 8th grade Valedictorian and graduated from Benson Union High School in 1947. Lola then attended BYU in Provo,...

Iris Zyla, born December 17th, 1958 in Trier, Germany. She passed away unexpectedly on May 1st, 2023. She lived a full and vibrant life, leaving a lasting impact on all those who knew her. Iris worked several careers throughout her life, but her most prominent were those of a cook and entertainer. She was a gifted chef, and her culinary skills were sought after by many. She even had the privilege of cooking for the celebrity Richard Simmons and catering expensive events at golf courses. But...

After a courageous battle with cancer, Veteran advocate Ron Despain Sr passed away on May 11, 2023, at the age of 77. He proudly served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and was a veteran supporter holding many positions such as Commandant for the local VFW post. Ron retired from the Veteran's Administration with over 30 years of employment. Ron is survived by his beautiful and loving wife of "58" years, Conny Despain. God bless her. Ron has two children, Ron Jr. and Virginia...

Joshua David Benton, 41, of Benson, AZ went home to rest with his mother on 6 May 2023 after a tragic accident. Josh was born on 5 May 1982 to Betty Sue Goad and David Eugene Benton in Kingsport, TN. Josh was most recently the lead mechanic at Highway 92 Service Center in Bisbee, AZ. Josh was a very dedicated father and mechanic. He had a huge heart and loved his children more than anything in the world. He worked hard to ensure his boys had everything they needed. He was the kind of person...

The Life and Joy of Marjorie Jo (Rogers) Cook Marjorie's birth was a joy to her parents, Virgil C. Rogers and Betty Jo Albright. She joined the family as the third child and second daughter. Gary Rogers was the first born followed by his sister Sue-Ann. After Marjorie came another sister, Cathy Rogers.  Marjorie was born 9 June 1944 in South Gate, Los Angeles, California and had a very healthy, family-oriented childhood growing up very active in 4-H activities wherein she had many...

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