Richard L. Baird was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, brother and friend. He left this world far too soon on September 27, 2023, at the age of 72. Richard was born in DeKalb, Illinois to Claude and Anna Baird. He was the youngest of four children. At the age of 23, Richard joined the United States Army and proudly served his country for 17.5 years including fighting in Desert Storm. When Richard’s Army career was completed, he chose to make...

Gayle Lukaszewski went peacefully home to Jesus in the company of her family on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Gayle was born to Orville and Velma in Nelson, Nebraska in December 1937. She loved music and games all of her life. She met the love of her life, Donnan(a.k.a. Luke) through the game of tennis at a local park in Grand Island, Nebraska. They were married in September 1957 and celebrated 65 years of marriage together before Donnan preceded her in death earlier this year. Gayle and...

Sandra Mae Gates “Sandie” passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023, at the age of 75 in Sun City West, AZ. She was born on August 15, 1948, in Casper, WY to Joseph and Gladys Gardenhire. Sandie will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Her family held a special place in her heart, and she cherished every one of them. She leaves behind her husband, Ray Gates, her sisters Linda Shull and Joann Jones, and her sons Scott Gates and...

Gregory Peter Baldwin, peacefully left this earth, September 19, 2023, surrounded by his daughter & wife. Greg was 80 years young and an amazing father, husband, brother, Godfather (Andrea) and friend. Greg was born in Appleton, WI on April 29, 1943. He was the second youngest of seven children born to the late Karl and Theresa Baldwin. Five siblings have preceded Greg in death, Charles (Pat), Peter, Karla (Jim), Judy and Michael, with one remaining brother, his best friend, Jonathan...

Martha Jane Boyer Saunders of Sun City West, AZ passed away September 16, 2023, surrounded by her family.  She was 82. Martha was born to the late Don and Estella Boyer, April 11, 1941, in Prairie City, Oregon.  She loved growing up on the ranch, and the Boyer family was well known by all in John Day, Oregon for their contributions to the community.  Martha went on to earn the crown of Pendleton Roundup Queen in 1960 and attended Willamette University. Beginning a career in...

Linda Austin, 84, was reunited with her husband, Robert Mead and our heavenly father while entering God’s Glory this month. Linda was born to Eula and Odas Rose in Riverside, CA. She attended San Jacinto High School and was active in academics, sports and played the saxophone in the school band. Upon graduation from high school, Linda went on to Chaffey College and graduated with her dental assisting degree. While in college, Linda met the love of her life, Robert Mead, a young Airman...

Richard Fielding Spinney, age 90, peacefully ascended to heaven on September 9, 2023. Born in 1933 in Lynn, Massachusetts, Richard led a remarkable life filled with bravery, knowledge, and unwavering faith. After graduating high school in 1952, Richard embarked on a journey of service to his country. He joined the Merchant Marines in 1953, and the Air Force in 1954, where he fearlessly served for four years. In 1958, Richard pursued higher education at Pacific Lutheran University, earning...

Donald L. Hansen, born 11/02/1935 in Smith Center, Kansas.  He passed 09/08/2023 in Sun City West, Arizona.  Donald was a Father of 2, Grandfather of 5 and Great Grandfather of 5.  He was a friend and mentor of many.

On September 4, 2023, at 9:35am PT, James J Giles, 80, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his family.  After a brief yet courageous battle with cancer, James took his final breath and entered his Heavenly Home as his family was praying “The Lord’s Prayer” at his bedside. Born in Melrose Park, IL to Joseph and Elsie Giles, James grew up learning to love baseball, cheer on the Chicago Cubs, play guitar, and bowl, as he grew into his adulthood years. As a...

William ‘Bill’ Charles Schwenck was born May 12, 1938, in Ashland, Nebraska to John & Dorothy Agnes Schwenck. He joined the United States Navy in 1956, where he served until being medically discharged in 1959. He married Vaunda Schwenck (née Brophy) in 1961, where they spent 62 loving years by each other’s sides. William passed away September 4, 2023 of Parkinson’s and complications from bladder cancer. Growing up, William excelled at sports and went on to...