Tag: In Passing

In Passing – March 2026

Vivienne Johnson Vivienne Nadine (Kearby) Johnson passed away peacefully on Jan. 18, 2026, at the age of 104. Born on Dec. 5, 1921 in Fort Worth, Texas, Vivienne lived a life full of faith, service, and love. A devoted educator, Vivienne earned degrees in Elementary Education and Remedial Reading and dedicated her professional life to…

In Passing – January 2026

Robert John Moren Robert John Moren “Bob” passed away peacefully on Nov. 5, 2025, at the age of 81, surrounded by his children, Lisa and Andrew. He was born in St. Paul, Minn., on Oct. 5, 1944, and adopted at age 3 by Roy and Mable Moren, who raised him in a loving Christian home…

In Passing – December 2025

Randy Norton Randy Norton passed away peacefully on Oct. 1, 2025, at his home in Sun Lakes surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Holy Cross Hospice. Randy was born in Lansing, Mich., on April 10, 1945, to the late Robert and Marion Norton. He is survived by his loving wife Kathy…

In Passing – November 2025

Patrick “Pat” Joseph Kelly A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the SunBird ballroom at 6250 S. Sunbird Blvd., Chandler, AZ. Please RSVP at 480-789-3268 and leave the number of people attending. James V. Fetterman James V. (Jimmy) Fetterman died on Oct. 9, 2025. He…

In Passing – October 2025

Pat Kelly

Pat Kelly With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved dad, husband, and friend, Pat Kelly, who departed this life on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Pat was born on April 5, 1949, in Effingham, Ill., in the office of Dr. Gillesby. Fortunately, his mom and dad didn’t arrive at…

In Passing – September 2025

Ethel Catherine Walker Ethel Catherine Walker (nee Williamson), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in New Jersey on Feb. 2, 1931, Ethel lived a life filled with love, humor, creativity, and service. She was the devoted wife of Robert Ormond Walker,…

In Passing – August 2025

Diana Hunt Diane Hunt, 81, of Springfield, Ill., and more recently of Chandler, Ariz., recently passed away unexpectedly on June 5. She was born Aug. 29, 1943, to Rex and Donna Duncan and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years (Paul), her brother Jack, and stepson Greg. Diane was loved by…

In Passing – July 2025

Dorene Moren Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend Dorene Moren passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday morning, March 25, 2025. Born Dec. 27, 1946, and is survived by her devoted husband of over 60 years, Robert, her daughter Lisa, son Andrew, daughter-in-law Tracey, grandchildren Allison and Nathaniel, and her brother Darol.…

Thank You

My family and I would like to thank you for your kindness on the passing of Newman Benson. We are very grateful for your cards, texts, phone messages, food, flowers, and prayers during this difficult time. The Sun Lakes community, Hospice of the Valley, P.E.O. Chapter DD, the Horizon Room in SunBird, and Sun Lakes…

In Passing – May 2025

James Joseph Paprocki James Joseph Paprocki was one of the few (if any) individuals who was able to experience a Celebration of Life ceremony while still living. James passed away March 1, 2025 at the age of 71. Just one week before his passing, he was honored by more than 40 relatives and friends who…