Obituaries

We are deeply saddened to share that Dr. Karam Makhni, a cherished individual, passed away on July 19th, 2023 in Scottsdale, AZ. He leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that touched the lives of many.Karam was not only a devoted husband to

Mary “Gigi” Curreri Hanson, 100, peacefully passed away on July 25, 2023 in Arizona. Mary was born September 17, 1922 in Corning, NY to the late Rosario and Carmenella (Rocco) Curreri. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Arne Hanson

Loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Ron and Shirley (preceded in death) made their home in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was 89 years old.Ron was born in the farming town of Eldon Missouri, the

My long time friend and Pledge Brother, James T (“Jim”) Greener, died July 20, 2023, four days after his 80th birthday, while rehabilitating from a broken hip, at Ridgecrest Rehabilitation. Jim was born July 16, 1943, and was one of the 7 founders of

74, of Queen Creek, Arizona, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at home from complications due to cancer.Gary was born in Blackfoot, Idaho, on November 11, 1948, to Phyllis and Cleo Edgerton. He has a younger brother, Bruce. His family later moved to

78, of Scottsdale, AZ unexpectedly passed away July 27, 2023 after a short but serious illness. To know John was to love him. And we all did. We will miss his infectious smile, innate kindness, sharp wit and tireless energy. Not to mention his

ominic Scappaticci, 90, passed away April 22nd, 2023, at Mayo Hospital. Born in Detroit, Michigan on October 4th, 1932. The son of Angelo & Alvera Scappaticci. He attended Highland Park HS and worked most of his life in the produce business working with his

Darren Michael Smallwood, 35, passed away April 14, 2023 in Sun City West, Arizona. He was born June 2, 1987 to parents Marilyn and Gregory Smallwood in Rockford, Illinois. He graduated Guilford High School in 2005, attended Rock Valley College and worked as a

Robert “Bob” Charles Bathgate, born in 1942, was the son of Mildrid Winfield Bathgate and Emmanuel Bathgate of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, passed away on April 18, 2023. Bob served his country in the Air Force. After his time in the service, he met his

Shirley Jean Hemphill (née Bronnenberg) of Rio Verde, Arizona passed away on April 22, 2023. Born on October 24, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa, Shirley was the daughter of Max Roy Bronnenberg and Vivian Viella Welton. She is fondly remembered for her lively spirit