Margie Johnson
Margie Lee Johnson, a long-time resident of Coolidge, left us all on November 12 for a better place. Not that she had a bad place here, having remodeled her and Doc's home to her personal tastes some years ago, a home that was featured in Sunset magazine. When she did leave however, she took her satin pillow which accompanied heron every travel, including rafting the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. We know this because even now we can find it nowhere; she must have taken ot...
Margie Lee Johnson, a long-time resident of Coolidge, left us all on November 12 for a better place. Not that she had a bad place here, having remodeled her and Doc's home to her personal...
Gary Wolthuis
September 2, 1940 - September 27, 2023 Gary Wolthuis, 83, passed away September 27, 2023 in Casa Grande AZ. He was born to Gerhard and Bernice Wolthuis on September 2, 1940. He grew up on a farm, went to country school through fourth grade then finished his education in Spencer, IA graduating in 1958. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, his daughter, Lynette Tonder of SD, his son, Tim Wolthuis of ID, his brother David Wolthuis of NE, his sister Sharon Pickrell of CO, along with 5...
September 2, 1940 - September 27, 2023 Gary Wolthuis, 83, passed away September 27, 2023 in Casa Grande AZ. He was born to Gerhard and Bernice Wolthuis on September 2, 1940. He grew up on a farm,...
William Stifter
August 11, 1950 - September 11, 2023 William L. "Bill" Stifter passed away September 11, 2023 at home in Casa Grande. He was 73. Bill was a character, an acquired taste with a heart of gold. He was a true music man who loved playing guitars, mandolin, and literally anything with strings. He was a pool shark and a bullseye throwing dart enthusiast who was always quick with a joke and a smile. A proud graduate of the University of Arkansas, he was a fan of the Razorbacks and the...
August 11, 1950 - September 11, 2023 William L. "Bill" Stifter passed away September 11, 2023 at home in Casa Grande. He was 73. Bill was a character, an acquired taste with a heart of...
Robert "Doobie" Sr.
April 27, 1936 - September 10, 2023 Robert Perez Martinez, Sr. passed away September 10, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was 87. He was born in Three Rivers, Texas to Aurora P. and Simon Martinez. Robert worked many places for Noranda and Hecla Mines, he did cement work and he also worked for Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. He retired from Tee Pee Contractors in Casa Grande. He taught himself to play the accordion and played in Norteno Cinco and performed all over Arizona. He was also his own...
April 27, 1936 - September 10, 2023 Robert Perez Martinez, Sr. passed away September 10, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was 87. He was born in Three Rivers, Texas to Aurora P. and Simon Martinez. Robert...
Vicente Rijos
April 27, 1932- September 10, 2023 It is with the deepest sorrow and heavy hearts, the Rijos Family announces the death of Vicente Ortiz Rijos. He was 91. Vicente was from Puerto Rico. He passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, at his home in Eloy, Arizona with his loving family by his side. He moved from Puerto Rico to the United States, where he met his wife of 37 years, Maria. Vicente was the keystone to the family, helped raise children and grandchildren, exemplifying the true...
April 27, 1932- September 10, 2023 It is with the deepest sorrow and heavy hearts, the Rijos Family announces the death of Vicente Ortiz Rijos. He was 91. Vicente was from Puerto Rico. He passed...
Guadalupe Florez
March 24, 1946 - September 7, 2023 Guadalupe Florez, 77, of Coolidge died on September 7, 2023. Mr. Florez was born March 24, 1946 in Van Horn, Texas. He worked for 33 years in the DOC and retired for the DOC as LT. Florez. He was a Little League coach for the Gophers in Florence. The team loved him so much and they will miss Coach Florez. He liked to play football, basketball, and baseball. he was a wonderful husband, father and Tata. Survivors include his wife Helen Florez of Coolidge;...
March 24, 1946 - September 7, 2023 Guadalupe Florez, 77, of Coolidge died on September 7, 2023. Mr. Florez was born March 24, 1946 in Van Horn, Texas. He worked for 33 years in the DOC and retired...
Stephen Garcia
October 15, 1987 - August 28, 2023 Stephen Alexis Garcia, 35, passed away August 28, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was born October 15, 1967 in Florence, AZ. He was lovingly known by his family and friends as Alex. He lived his whole life in Arizona and had love and pride for the State. He was a sports fanatic and enjoyed playing as well as watching. His favorite teams were the AZ Cardinals, Boston Celtics, and the New York Yankees. But more than anything, he loved his 2 children. They were his...
October 15, 1987 - August 28, 2023 Stephen Alexis Garcia, 35, passed away August 28, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was born October 15, 1967 in Florence, AZ. He was lovingly known by his family and...
Tad Gillum
November 20, 1944 - August 21, 2023 Tad Edgar Gillum passed away August 21, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was 78. Tad was born in Oil Trough, Arkansas on November 20, 1944. Although he was from Arkansas, he grew up in Michigan but he never lost his southern accent. Tad was a member of the Elks club for many years and was also Exalted Ruler twice. He had many acquaintances and was well liked by them. He worked as a service manager A-1 Golf carts. He loved his work and worked there for 20 + years....
November 20, 1944 - August 21, 2023 Tad Edgar Gillum passed away August 21, 2023 in Casa Grande. He was 78. Tad was born in Oil Trough, Arkansas on November 20, 1944. Although he was from...
Thomas Moore
December 27, 1941 - August 11, 2023 Thomas Moore, 81, passed away August 11, 2023 in Arizona City. Thomas was born December 27, 1941. He was a good husband and father, who enjoyed family trips. he camped fished and enjoyed cruises. he was a skilled mechanic and all the family cars were kept in excellent condition. He is survived by his son Steven Moore and preceded in death by his wife Judith. There are no services.
December 27, 1941 - August 11, 2023 Thomas Moore, 81, passed away August 11, 2023 in Arizona City. Thomas was born December 27, 1941. He was a good husband and father, who enjoyed family trips. he...
Ricky Hornbeck
September 1, 1958 - August 10, 2023 Ricky Arlen Hornbeck, 64, passed away August 10, 2023. He was born September 1, 2023. Ricky was a loving and caring son, brother, uncle, husband/bestfriend, dad, and grandfather. His biggest contributions were to construction work and the Army for four years. He loved and enjoyed Nascar and watching his grandsons play football. In his recent days he loved being with his dogs Cheech and Rocky. He will be remembered as a supportive grandfather; always at...
September 1, 1958 - August 10, 2023 Ricky Arlen Hornbeck, 64, passed away August 10, 2023. He was born September 1, 2023. Ricky was a loving and caring son, brother, uncle, husband/bestfriend,...
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