Local Obituaries for Families in Show Low, Snowflake, and Holbrook, AZ
Linda Billings
Mar 14, 2025
Linda Joyce Billings (née Boulware), 64, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Holbrook, Arizona.
Born on March 26, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, Linda lived a life marked by strength, independence, and her Christian faith.
Linda loved reading her Bible, spending time with her pets, camping, and fishing.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband,...
Nellie Cody
Mar 14, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Nellie Cody, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother and cherished member of the White Mountain Apache Tribe, who departed this life on March 14, 2025. Born on September 28, 1946, in Whiteriver, AZ. Nellie lived a life dedicated to her family and community. She was a nurturing homemaker, whose love knew...
Casandra Tenney
Mar 12, 2025
Casandra Tenney of Mesa, Arizona, passed away at her home on 12 Mar 2025, she was born on 15 Jul 1984 in Mesa, Arizona, and is the daughter of Carol Quinlan Tenney, Arlee Tenney and Kenny Hall. She was the mother of 2 girls, Gabriella Tenney and Angelina Salas.
Casi loved playing and visiting with her nieces and nephews and loved...
Deborah Perry
Mar 10, 2025
A much loved daughter, sister, auntie, grandma and teacher, Deborah June Perry "Debbie" 63 of Cedar Creek, Arizona, passed away March 10, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by the women in her family.
Debbie is survived by her three sisters, Evangeline Warwick, Dr. Angeline Hoffman and Paula Perry. Although Debbie had no children of her own, she was a second mother...
Delbert Childs
Mar 9, 2025
Delbert Childs, 75, passed away on March 9, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona.
He was born on August 15, 1949 in Carrizo, AZ, to William Childs and Helen Cook Childs.
Delbert attended school and graduated from Sherman Indian High School in Riverside, California. He worked for the the BIA in the Forestry Management Department. He also owned a logging company.
Delbert had a strong...
Delmore Taylay
Mar 6, 2025
Delmore Taylay, age 59 passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 6, 2025 in Cibecue, Arizona. He was born on February 9, 1966 to to Howard Taylay and Sybil Bullock Gatewood.
Delmore never met a stranger, he was know by many and loved his friendships, he loved attending Church and felt the love of our Lord and Savior. Delmore loved to go...
Betty Taylor
Mar 6, 2025
Betty June Taylor, né Brewer, was born June 16,1935 in Snowflake, Arizona. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her family at home, in Clay Springs, Arizona on March 6, 2025.
She grew up as the oldest of Smith and June Brewer's 8 daughters in Heber, Arizona. She graduated high school from Snowflake High School in 1953 and married Jerry Taylor...
Carl Lukkes
Mar 2, 2025
Carl Theodore Lukkes entered into rest on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the age of 89 years 10 months and 5 days, at his home in Snowflake, Arizona surrounded by some of his large, loving family. Carl lived a long and active life but was slowed by health challenges in the last few years. Throughout his life Carl's sense of...
Eleanor Quintero
Mar 1, 2025
Eleanor Quintero age 59 was born on May 8, 1965 and went back to be with the Lord on March 1, 2025. She was born in Whiteriver, Arizona to parents Leroy Quintero, Sr. and Genevieve Chinche.
Eleanor is survived by her mother, Genevieve Chinche; son, Shakeen Declay; former companion, McDaniel Declay; brothers, Roylee (Arlene) Quintero, Gib (Marlinda) Altaha &...
Wilfred Canada
Feb 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wilfred Eugene Canada aka "Big Wil", a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the age of 62. Wilfred was born on August 1, 1962, in San Antonio, Texas, and spent his life embodying the spirit of kindness and love...
Lois Wilson
Feb 20, 2025
Lois Jeanette Wilson, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister was born on December 1, 1926 and passed away on February 20, 2025. She was one of 16 children and helped care for her other siblings.
Lois worked in the war effort of World War II. She assisted her husband, Ferguson A. Wilson as he was a pastor...
Kerry Ballard
Feb 20, 2025
Kerry Leslie Ballard, 76, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on February 20, 2025.
Kerry was born on August 27, 1948, in Snowflake Arizona. He graduated from Snowflake high school, class of 1966, and served a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in the Rochester New York mission. He attended...
Steven Carey
Feb 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Steve Carey, 72, on February 19, 2025, in Lakeside, Arizona. Born March 4, 1953, in New Hampshire to Donald and Hazel (Woodard) Carey.
He was predeceased by his sister, Barbara Vesey.
He is survived by his brother, Don, of Tucson.
Steve spent decades in the woods, living simply and...
Katharine Deitering
Feb 17, 2025
Katharine Ellen Deitering, 74, of Show Low, Arizona, passed away on February 17, 2025. She was born on June 30, 1950, in Peoria, Illinois, to Don and Mary Rich, whose love and guidance helped shape the incredible woman she became.
Katharine dedicated her career to uplifting others, working at the University of Arizona to support international and Indigenous students...
Donna Osborne
Feb 17, 2025
Following a short illness, Donna Ree Osborne passed away peacefully with her daughter and grandson by her side, on February 17th, 2025.
Donna was born on April 15, 1944, to Dan and Melvina Fish Cummings. After their divorce, Heavenly Father blessed Melvina and Donna's lives by bringing Lloyd Wilkins into it. They married and he adopted Donna a...
Thomas Kegler
Feb 16, 2025
Thomas Neal Kegler Jr., 41, born on November 26, 1983 in Mesa, Arizona to Thomas Kegler and Linda (Denman) Sandoval, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Thomas was well known for his love of walking and was highly recognized in Holbrook by the crazy swing of his arms! He loved meeting new people, not much of a talker but...
Kenneth Peshlakai
Feb 14, 2025
Kenneth Peshlakai, age 87, passed away on February 14, 2025.
Kenneth was born January 18, 1938 in Fort Defiance, AZ to John Peshlakai and Elizabeth Manuelto . After graduation he served his country in the US Navy and was Honorably Discharged on August 17, 1960. After serving in the military, Kenneth married Delores Helen Cordero, and together they had 2 children.
Kenneth...
Angelina Reid
Feb 10, 2025
Angelina Reid passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 43, in Pinetop, Arizona.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Angelina's life. A public viewing will be held at Cedar Creek Assembly of God on February 28, 2025, beginning at 8:00 AM. The funeral service will take place at the same location at 11:00 AM...
Larry Cromwell
Feb 10, 2025
Larry Wayne Cromwell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and cherished member of the White Mountain community, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on July 17, 1947, in Phoenix, Arizona, Larry lived a life full of adventure, love for the outdoors, and a deep connection to his family.
From an...
Helen James
Feb 9, 2025
Helen Laura James, 84, passed away February 9, 2025. She was born July 2, 1940 at Ft. Wingatte, New Mexico to Hoska Cronemeyer and Florence Hickson.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Living Waters Baptist Church in Sanders, Arizona. A viewing will be held one-hour prior.
Burial will follow at...
