All Obituaries

Born April 25, 1942 in Tucson, Janet (Hamilton) Hearn passed away at age 83 in Tucson surrounded by family on March 7, 2026. Janet was the youngest Hamilton, born to William John “Doc” Hamilton and Edith Wynn (Baxter) Hamilton. Her mother became sick when she was five years old and passed away when she was seven. Doc Hamilton was the long-time pharmacist at Rexall Drugs in Benson. After completing her K-12 years in Benson Public Schools, Janet attended the University ...

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, passed away peacefully Friday, March 27, 2026. Margaret was born in Colonia Juarez, Mexico, on October 23, 1927, to Ollie and Arno Mortensen. She was the second child born of nine. Margaret married her lifelong sweetheart, Russell Thompson, in Elfrida on January 3, 1947. She is survived by three children, Ron Thompson (Laura), Rita Carolyn Fisher, and Bonnie Staggs (Bruce). She also has four grandchildren, ...

Carlese Ann Pratt passed away in her home on March 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband. She was born to Roy and Adelaide Peterson on January 2, 1955. She married her husband Howard in 2002, They enjoyed 22 years together before her passing. She was a stepmom to Jeff. She leaves behind a brother George, sisters Lorna and Crystal as well as several loved nieces and nephews.  She loved life and worked hard for all she had.  Celebration of life services will be held at the ...

Betty Lou Hill, 86, of Benson, Arizona, died peacefully at home on March 19, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends. Born April 26, 1939, in Carroll County, Indiana, to Robert and Beulah (Michael) Cates. She was preceded in death by her husband of 21 years, Jerry Wayne Hill. Betty loved having the ability to show love and care for those around her. She was very involved with her church, family and friends. She was a loving mother and grandma who always looked for opportunities to get ...

Lucy G. Haro passed away on March 17, 2026, in her home in Benson, surrounded by many of her family. She is now reunited with her dear husband, Guillermo "Willie" Haro.  Her beloved family of 6 children, 17 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren will miss her greatly. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Benson, Arizona. Interment will be held at High Street Cemetery in Benson, Arizona, she will be laid to rest in between Willie and Danny, ...

Venice Joy Higginbotham, 88, of St. David, AZ passed away on March 11, 2026 in her home. She was born in Central, AZ October 27, 1937 to Loyal and Amy (Bigler) Haddock. Venice was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Ronald Butler Higginbotham; their daughter, Mary Jones (Craig); siblings, Eddie Haddock (Sue), and Norma Goodman (Dale). Venice is survived by siblings, Jim Haddock (Char) and Ruth Christiansen (Roy); children, Amy Shumaker (Greg), Jenny Kartchner (Milo), Holly ...

James Edward Jans June 4, 1942 – February 24, 2026 James Edward Jans, 83, passed away February 24, 2026. Born June 4, 1942, in Waterloo, Iowa, he was the son of Edward and Jennie Jans. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 60 years, Kathleen Bridget “Katy” Jans; his sister, Janice Goodman; and his nephew, Paul Parsons. He later made his home in Tombstone and Benson, Arizona. James proudly served 21 years in the United States Navy’s elite submarine ...

Robert (“Bob”) Parker, born April 18, 1950, passed away peacefully at Healing Hearts in Sierra Vista, Arizona, on Thursday, March 19, 2026. To know Bob was to know kindness, love, and laughter. He was deeply loved by all who had the privilege of meeting him. Bob will be remembered for his generous heart, his warm spirit, and the joy he brought to those around him. He had a way of making people feel welcome and valued, leaving a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. A ...

Kimberly A. Mysliwiec (Bose) 65 of Benson, Arizonia passed away March 12, 2026, at her home. She was born June 17, 1960, Freeport, Illinois, daughter of Robert and Helen (Propp) Bose. Kim graduated from Freeport Illinois High in 1978. She was married to Paul T. Mysliwiec on June 12, 1993, at Lookout Point in Savanna IL. Kim graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Corporate Fitness from Western Illinois University and enjoyed many years of teaching.  She enjoyed gardening and was a ...

Joseph “Joe” Louis Bidegain, 74, of Benson, Arizona, was born on October 7, 1951, in Benson to Marge and Joe Bidegain Sr., who preceded him in death. Joe passed away on February 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Joe is survived by his beloved wife, Janae Bidegain; his brother, Dale (Rosemary) Bidegain; his children, Audra (Ingrid) Bidegain and Matt (Kristin) Bidegain; and his cherished grandchildren, Bear, Joey, and Baylor, who brought him immense pride and ...