Local Obituaries for Families in Show Low, Snowflake, and Holbrook, AZ
Manuel Queiruga
Nov 20, 2024
Manuel (Manny) Raymond Queiruga Jr., who served proudly in the U.S. Navy, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024 at his home. Manny was born on April 19, 1943 in Lorain, Ohio. He has one surviving brother who also served in the Navy as well, during the same time period.
Manny was known to most as a kind, gentle...
James "Jimbo" Patrick Robertson
Nov 18, 2024
James Patrick Robertson, also known as “Jimbo” or “Jimmy,” passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2024, at the age of 45. He was born on December 9, 1978, in Show Low, Arizona to Richard A. and Cindy Robertson.
Jimbo was proud of the community where he grew up, and his early years were spent in Snowflake, where he attended Snowflake Elementary...
Cleo White
Nov 18, 2024
Cleo Joyce White, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, left this world on November 18, 2024 peacefully in her home in Show Low, Arizona surrounded by family. She was born in Earth, Texas on December 12, 1935. For 71 years Cleo was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who selflessly dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home...
Theresa Garcia
Nov 17, 2024
Theresa M. Garcia, a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and devoted friend, passed away suddenly at her home on the evening of Thursday, November 14th, 2024, at the age of 67. She was born on November 7th, 1956, in Chamblay, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France, while her father, Manuel Garcia, proudly served in the United States Air Force. She was baptized in the Roman...
Dennis Vance
Nov 15, 2024
Dennis Wayne Vance, a proud Army Vietnam Combat Veteran was born on March 22, 1949, to Carl Leroy and Marbry Vance. He passed away on November 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication.
Known for his lovingly stubborn nature, Dennis had a deep passion for hunting and fishing, indulging in these pastimes whenever he could....
David Hodgson
Nov 14, 2024
David James Hodgson, age 72, passed away at his home in Show Low, Arizona on Thursday, November 14, 2024 following a two year battle against cancer. He is survived by Jane, his wife of 52 years, daughter Joanne (Bill Nash), daughter, Kathleen (Michael Todd), granddaughters, Jenna, Maya, Ella, Skylar and Ava, sisters Suzanne and Macara, and brothers, Stephen and Kurt....
Richard William Tissaw
Nov 14, 2024
Richard "Dick" Tissaw, age 82, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Known for his determined, grumpy charm, he faced life and its challenges on his own terms - including his brief battle with cancer.
Dick is survived by his loving wife Janet of nearly 58 years, their children, Lynn, Brenda, Kendall and Farragh, ten...
Isaias Salazar
Nov 14, 2024
Isaias Arellano Salazar was born in Penjamo, GUA on July 14,1972 and passed away in Show Low, AZ on November 15,2024 at the age of 52.
Isaias was a family man. He loved his wife Maria Guadalupe; his son, Emilio; daughter, Emanuela Arellano Ocegura; his brand-new grandson, Noah Zaragoza Arellano and daughter, Ana Arellano Valadez.
Isaias lives...
Gerald Gyorkos
Nov 13, 2024
The evening of November 13, 2024, Gerald went home to be with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. He is missed so very much but has now reunited with his daughter, granddaughter and great-granddaughter.
Gerald was a loving husband, father, and grandpa. He so loved his great-grandchildren. It was a joy to his heart to see them play and get hugs from...
Jeffrey Gray
Nov 12, 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Jeffrey Noel Gray, age 54, who departed this life on November 12, 2024, at his home in Holbrook, AZ, following a stroke. Jeff was born on January 2, 1970, in Norwich, NY, to Gary N. Jr. and Victoria Gray. He cherished his upbringing in Norwich where he formed lasting connections.
After...
Clair Smith
Nov 11, 2024
In the quiet early afternoon of November 11, 2024, Clair went to be with his forever sweetheart. Though we have joy that Dad and Mom are now together again, they are both so missed.
Clair leaves behind his brother, Dean Smith and Sister Joanne Smith Moya. Children, Tim (Paula), Jodi (Darin), Eric (Cari). Grandchildren, Brandon, Dustin, and Jared. Great- grandchildren, Bryan,...
Robert Tomlinson
Nov 10, 2024
In Loving Memory of Robert H. Tomlinson III
May 19, 1962 - November 10, 2024
On the evening of November 10, 2024, Robert H. Tomlinson III passed away peacefully at Haven Health at 10:00 PM MST.
Born on May 19, 1962, Robert was a kindhearted man who dedicated his life to his family and his passion for writing. He was a devoted father,...
Jeffery Burton Fountain
Nov 8, 2024
Jeffery Burton Fountain, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and esteemed veteran, passed away on November 8, 2024, in Snowflake, Arizona. Born on May 2, 1950, in Glendale, Arizona, Jeffery lived a life marked by dedication, love, and adventure.
As an Army Veteran who served bravely in Vietnam, Jeffery earned three Bronze Stars for his valor and commitment to his country....
Patricia Mary Dodge
Nov 7, 2024
Patrica M. Dodge passed peacefully November 7, 2024. She was born May 7, 1939 in Tribune, Kansas.
Pat is survived by her son Don Jr. and his wife Cathy, son Doug Dodge, granddaughter Breana and her husband Reed Arvin, and two granddaughters Riley and Neely Arvin.
Pat and her husband were high school sweethearts and moved to Tucson, Arizona with their two...
Angela Poletti
Nov 4, 2024
"Angela "Angie" Poletti peacefully went to be with the Lord on November 4th, 2024.
She was born on November 22, 1933 in Bari Italy. She later moved to New York and ended up settling in her dream location, Arizona.
Angela was known for being a great seamstress and cook, and enjoyed volunteering her time to St. Vincent de Paul Society in Pinetop.
Church...
Barbara Cantin
Nov 4, 2024
Barbara J. Cantin peacefully passed away on November 4, 2024, in Show Low, AZ. Born on July 2, 1945, in Chicago, IL, to the loving parents Hal Cantin and Muriel Hoffberg, Barbara was a woman of grace and perseverance.
Though her time on earth has come to an end, Barbara's loving spirit will forever linger in the hearts...
Eva Ann Whitt
Oct 31, 2024
Eva Ann (Decker) Whitt, age 87, passed away at her home in Highland Utah on October 31, 2024.
There will be a public viewing for Eva on Friday November 15th from 6pm to 8pm at Owens Livingston Mortuary – Heritage Chapel 84 E.19th South Snowflake, AZ 85937.
An additional viewing will take place Saturday November 16th from 9am to 9:50am at the...
Velda Rogers
Oct 30, 2024
Velda Pauline Rollins Rogers passed away October 30, 2024. She was born February 18, 1939 in Los Angeles, California, the fourth child of Kennith and Louise Lester Rollins.
As a child, her family moved almost every three years. While still living in Los Aneles, her father was in a play with June Williams. Ester Williams would visit her sister...
Mark Carter
Oct 30, 2024
Mark Timothy Carter, age 56, passed away on October 30, 2024, at his home in Lakeside, Arizona, following a four-month battle against cancer. He was born on June 21, 1968, in Davenport, Iowa, to Timothy Lyle Carter and Mary Ann (Buskirk) Carter. Mark was Tim's only child and the firstborn of Mary Ann's four children.
When Mark was four...
Michael Bishop
Oct 26, 2024
Michael Joseph Bishop
"Mikey"
June 8, 1979 ---- Oct 26,2024
Michael, "Mikey", Joseph Bishop was born June 8, 1979 to Faye Yvonne Hare Bishop and Kevin Jon Bishop in Mesa Arizona. He passed away on Oct 26, 2024.
Outgoing, Energetic, competitive and a strong dedication to helping others best describes Michael.
He had a talent for putting...



