Local Obituaries for Families in Show Low, Snowflake, and Holbrook, AZ
Michael Cole
Nov 8, 2025
Michael was born in Tempe March 15,1956 to Noel & Lucille Cole and passed away on November 8, 2025.
Michael "Mike" Cole was a longtime resident of Phoenix. He is preceded by his father, Noel Cole, mother, Lucille Westfall & stepfather, Homer "Westy" Westfall. He is survived by his brother, Gary Cole and sister, Steffani (Tom) Bontems, along with their...
David Massey
Dec 5, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Patriarch, David Barton Massey, born October 20, 1948. He passed away peacefully on the evening of December 5, 2025 at 77 years old, surrounded by his children.He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Mary Massey; his brother Stephen Massey, and his son, Toby Massey.He is...
Georgina Pailzote
Dec 3, 2025
Georgina Pailzote, also known as Gina was born February 25, 1969 to George Pailzote Jr and Theresa Brown-Burnette at Whiteriver, Arizona. She entered into rest on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at her home in Canyon Day, Arizona.
Ms. Pailzote a longtime educator in Whiteriver. She worked at various schools including, Whiteriver Elementary, Whiteriver Middle School, Alchesay High School, McNary Elementary...
Barbara Flores
Dec 3, 2025
Barbara Rose Flores, age 72, was called home to be with her family in heaven on December 3, 2025. Barbara was born February 12, 1953 in Flagstaff, Arizona, daughter of Fred Edward Mcfall and Dorothy Anne Wirries.Barbara was one of 11 children with 6 brothers and 4 sisters. She graduated from Flagstaff High School in 1971 and married Richard Gerald...
Mae Press
Nov 30, 2025
With a mixture of sadness and joy, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mae Frances (Word) Press, on this 30th day of November, 2025. Sadness, because we will miss her deeply. Joy, because she is now with our Lord in paradise. We can only imagine the absolute elation she is now experiencing...no pain, no fear, no sadness, all...
Wayne Gardner
Nov 30, 2025
Leslie "Wayne" Gardner joined Our Lord on November 30, 2025 at his home in Lakeside, Arizona. Wayne made friends everywhere he went, loved to tell stories, camp, hunt, fish, listen to music. He worked as a Realtor, business owner and electrician. Wayne leaves behind the love of his life, Kathy Gardner; has 2 children - Clay (deceased) and daughter, Brennae;...
Keith Thomas
Nov 27, 2025
John Keith Thomas "Keith"
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Keith Thomas, "Keith," age 61, in Taylor, Arizona. He passed away unexpectedly on the morning of November 27, 2025. Born on April 28, 1964, in Pekin, Illinois, he was the son of William Ray Thomas and Sharon Kay Hoskins.Growing up in Castro Valley and Pleasanton,...
Deloy Mendenhall
Nov 24, 2025
Deloy Everett Mendenhall peacefully left us to join his Heavenly Father on November 24th, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Syracuse, Utah on August 18th, 1940 to Melba M Van Vleet and Everett L Rawlins.
Master Chief Mendenhall, honorably dedicated 22 years of service to the US Navy, retiring with the highly respected...
Lawrence Ethelbah
Nov 23, 2025
In Loving Memory
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lawrence "Larry" Joseph Ethelbah, who passed away November 23, 2025, at the age of 86, just shy of his 87th birthday.
Larry and his twin brother, Jerry, were born on December 16th, 1938, the first twins born in the Whiteriver Hospital. He lived in Whiteriver, Arizona,...
Janice Sneddon
Nov 20, 2025
Janice Marie Sneddon, a beloved wife, devoted family member, and passionate dog parent, passed away peacefully at her home in Vernon, Arizona, on November 20, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on January 30, 1952, in Berkeley, California, Janice lived a life filled with love, adventure, and compassion.Janice focused her studies in the sciences, and having earned her Bachelor's...
Kay McDaniels
Nov 19, 2025
Kay Marie Mc Daniels, 78, passed away on November 19, 2025. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 16, 1947.She passed away at her homestead of 47 years in Show low Pines.Survivors include seven children, 20 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Jerry Lash
Nov 19, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Frank Lash
August 30, 1938 - November 19, 2025
Gerald Frank Lash, lovingly known as Jerry, passed away peacefully at his home in Lakeside, AZ in the presence of loved ones on November 19, 2025; he was 87. Jerry was born on August 30 , 1938, in Avilla, Indiana, to the late Flawrence and Lois Lash.
Jerry grew...
Kelly Wood
Nov 17, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of retired Pinetop Fire Marshal, Kelly Wood, who was called home to be with our Lord and Savior.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, friend, and beloved member of the community. Kelly's life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and the deep love he showed to everyone around him.
Kelly is...
Jeffrey Balk
Nov 17, 2025
Jeffrey Lynn Balk was born February 21, 1951 in Clinton, Iowa to Curtis and Dorothy Balk. He passed away peacefully at his home in Show Low, Arizona on November 17, 2025.Jeff is survived by his wife, Beverly, two daughters and 3 grandchildren --Jennifer (Dale) Rogers, Trevor, Kinley; Misty (Lance) Whitworth, Chase; and step-sister, Audrey (Richard) Meade.Jeff worked for ADOT for...
Clifford DeHose
Nov 11, 2025
Clifford DeHose, Sr., 75, of Cibecue, Arizona, passed away on November 11, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born on February 4, 1950, in Cibecue to the late Francis and Sarah (Hinton) DeHose.
Clifford lived a life rooted in hard work, tradition, and the land he loved. He enjoyed wood cutting, attending and participating in rodeos, being a cowboy, logging,...
Robert Pacheco
Nov 8, 2025
Robert K. Pacheco, 44, of Lakeside,Arizona passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.
He leaves behind his daughter, Samantha Marshall; grandchildren, Rosie Marshall , Raul Norris, Thalia Norris, Juan Riley; his partner, Ida Naraja, and many other family and friends.
Services are yet to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that, if you wish, donations be made...
Rick Hardy
Nov 4, 2025
Floyd Richard "Rick" Hardy
June 6, 1949 - November 4, 2025
Floyd Richard "Rick" Hardy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, at 10:17 a.m. He is survived by his five children: Scott, Paul, Matt, Jonathan, and Andrea; his brothers, Gary and Brad; 15 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
Rick was an entrepreneur who built and operated a successful lawn-planting business. He was known...
Wanger Slick
Nov 1, 2025
Obituary for Wanger SlickMay 20, 1933 - November 1, 2025
Wanger Slick, 92, of Whiteriver, Arizona, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 20, 1933, in San Carlos, Arizona, Wanger lived a long and fulfilling life rooted in hard work, family, and a deep love for the outdoors. He often shared fond...
Donna Holladay
Oct 31, 2025
Donna Rae Holladay, 61, passed away October 31, 2025.
After an incredibly hard fought battle with cancer, she goes home to rest with her loving husband, Dean Holladay, and her father and brother.
She is survived by her mother, Sandra; sister, Garnette; sons, Dustin (Krystine) and Ian (Erica); daughter, Misty; and many grandchildren.
While we might be wounded by her...
Amy Kay
Oct 29, 2025
Amy Lavone Kay passed away on October 29, 2025 in Lakeside. She was born on July 2, 1965 in Tucson, Arizona to Richard Lee Waggoner and Suzanne DuBois.
Amy was married and sealed to the love of her life, Joseph Walker Kay, Jr., on March 15, 1985 in the Mesa Arizona temple. They were married for 40 years and had...
