Local Obituaries for Families in Show Low, Snowflake, and Holbrook, AZ
Nancy Tortice
Apr 22, 2026
Nancy "Baha-Alchesay" Tortice, age 83, was born on August 18, 1942, and peacefully passed in the quiet hours, at her home, in Diamond Creek, Arizona on April 22, 2026. Nancy was a beloved daughter to Dora Ethelbah-Baha and Chief Baha-Alchesay.Nancy dedicated her life to caring for others, especially children, who did not have parents of their own. Through her work in...
Donald Ellison
May 6, 2026
Donald Dale Ellison, of Lakeside Arizona, passed away at home surrounded by his family on May 6, 2026, at 12:30 am. He was born August 23, 1947, at Wilcox, Arizona to Donald Nathan Ellison and Johnnie Thelma Corn (hence the reason for his corny jokes) and was the youngest of four children (a brother and two sisters).
He had an exciting...
Barbara June Hall
May 4, 2026
Barbara June "Barbie" Hall, 82, passed away peacefully at her home in Snowflake, Arizona, on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Barbara was born on March 6, 1944, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She loved crocheting, doing puzzles, shopping at the dollar store, watching movies at home, and spending time with family and friends. She especially loved going out for a sweet treat,...
Anna Christine Perkins
May 3, 2026
Anna Christine Perkins passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2026, at the age of 95. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, teacher, musician, and friend. Her life was defined by kindness, gentleness, faith, service, and a sincere, lifelong desire to do what was right.
She was born on October 17, 1930, in Tempe, Arizona,...
Patricia Ann Bearpaw
May 2, 2026
Patricia Ann BearPaw was born July 12, 1939, to Louis and Eleanor Taylor in Old Town, Maine. She passed away peacefully in Snowflake, Az, on May 2, 2026.
Patricia grew up in Old Town, Maine with her three sisters Betty Severance, Judy Savage, Lynn Greenleaf and a brother who passed away in infancy. She graduated from Old Town High School...
Hope Palmer
May 1, 2026
Hope Carl Palmer, known affectionately as "Grandma" to family and friends alike, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior in the early morning hours of Friday, May 1, 2026, at her home in Claypool, Arizona, surrounded by her loving family. She was 87 years old. Hope was born on November 22, 1938, in Camp Verde, Arizona, to John and...
Sharon Ann Bell
May 1, 2026
Sharon A. Bell, 81, passed away peacefully at rest in her home bed on May 1, 2026, in Heber. She was born on March 29, 1945, to Clifford and Elizabeth Elkins in Lapel, arriving into the world in a car while en route to the hospital.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Everett E. Bell, 84, of Heber, Arizona;...
Kerry Eileen Bruchman
May 1, 2026
Kerry Bruchman, a beloved woman of God, entered her heavenly home on May 1, 2026, to be reunited with her devoted husband.A loving mother, cherished grandmother, and adored great-grandmother. She poured her life into her family with grace, faith, and unwavering kindness. She leaves behind her dear sister, as well as generations of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who will carry...
Nathan Pratt
Apr 28, 2026
With courageous faith in his friend, Jesus Christ, Marshall 'Nathan' Pratt was released for his next glorious adventure on April 28, 2026. To some, he was lovingly known as Natedog, Birdman or Nayte. Nathan was a true one-of-a-kind individual. For over 45 years, he spread his positivity, testimony of Jesus Christ, friendship, and infectious laugh, always happy to share his...
Janice Sue Asberry
Apr 27, 2026
Janice Sue (Cole) Asberry, 76, of Miami, Arizona, passed away on April 27, 2026. Sue was born in Miami on September 16, 1949, to Marvin Martel Cole and Nola Manone (Falls) Cole. She grew up in Copper Glance and Moonshine Hill. She graduated from Miami High School in 1967. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Business from the University of...
John Kenneth Barnes Sr.
Apr 27, 2026
John Kenneth Barnes
December 6, 1930 - April 27, 2026
John Kenneth "Ken" Barnes, 95, passed away quickly on April 27, 2026.
Ken was born on December 6, 1930, in Standard, Arizona--a town that has since become a ghost town-- to Jewel Kenneth Barnes and Emily Brown Barnes.In his early years, he grew up in McNary, Arizona, where his father...
Ruth Merlene Smith
Apr 26, 2026
Ruthie Smith was born April 12th 1951 in Aliquippa PA and went to heaven April 26th 2026.She went onto to finish some high school and meet the love of her life. At 17 she was married to Larry Smith and they had Laura Lee Smith. They moved to the White Mountains where they have spent their life. She was an...
Kathy Hamilton
Apr 26, 2026
Kathy Sue Hamilton, 76, from Pinetop, AZ passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026 after a 10 month battle with cancer. She was at home surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born in Moline Illinois on Christmas Day, 1949 to Lowel and Shirley Frye. She was a registered nurse and safety and health trainer. She worked at various hospitals...
Barbara Jean DeSpain
Apr 26, 2026
Barbara DeSpain, who died on April 26, 2026, was born November 4, 1932 in Bakersfield, California to James and Ora Hendricks. At age 14, following the death of her father, she moved to Holbrook, Arizona, where she has resided ever since. In high school, she met and later married George E. "Teen" DeSpain. They had three children: Bill, John and...
Marla D. Keno
Apr 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Marla Keno, 63, was called home to the Lord on April 22, 2026. She was born October 15, 1962 in Florence, Arizona to Gary Wayne Cross and Dorothy Bennette. As a youth Marla attended Blue Ridge Schools. She enjoyed growing and tending plants and getting together with her family. She was...
Steven Louis Kempfer
Apr 19, 2026
Steven Kempfer Sr., was born February 13, 1955 in St. Louis, Missouri and passed away on April 19, 2026 in Snowflake, Arizona.Steven will be remembered for his humor, his constant smile, and his strong, stubborn spirit. He had a way of bringing laughter into any room and was known for his quick wit and larger-than-life personality. He lived life in...
Rureko Ann Armstrong
Apr 17, 2026
Rureko Ann Armstrong, age 67, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in Globe, Arizona. She was born on May 5, 1958, in Whiteriver to Wayne and Neva Declay Armstrong.
Rureko was a devoted homemaker and a faithful member of White Mountain Apache Baptist Church. She was known for her warm and friendly spirit, always ready to talk with anyone...
Elaine Lorraine Ethelbah
Apr 17, 2026
Elaine Lorraine Ethelbah, age 89, was born on November 27, 1936, and passed away peacefully at her home in Diamond Creek, Arizona, on April 17, 2026.
Elaine was the beloved daughter of Wayne Armstrong and Nellie Burnette Malone. She attended school for several years in Show Low and at Theodore Roosevelt School.
Elaine was known for her kind heart, gentle...
Jake Lester Petersen
Apr 16, 2026
Jake Petersen, 76, passed away on April 16, 2026, at his home in Clay springs, Arizona. He was born on January 2, 1950, in Snowflake, Arizona, and grew up in Clay springs, Arizona.
As the firstborn son in a family of six children, he always tried his best to be of service to his parents, in any capacity needed throughout their...
Jewel G. Turley
Apr 14, 2026
Jewel Gertrude Harrison Turley passed away April 14, 2026 and was born Feb 26, 1934 to Cecil and Lona Harrison in Arkansas.As a young girl the family moved a lot as they followed her father's work mostly in the logging industry. They moved to the Snowflake area and she attended School in Shumway, Taylor and graduated from Snowflake High. She...
