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Nancy V. Pettus
Nancy Violet Pettus, of Livingston, Texas, passed away on October 24, 2018 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born to John and Violet Gwitt in Albion, New York. Nancy worked for the State of Arizona Prison System prior to her retirement. She is survived by her husband Charles Pettus; daughter Darlene (Dee) Olkowski and Lynn Olkowski, both of Phoenix, AZ; step-daughters Laura Shannon of Russellville, AR; Susan Hampton of San Diego, CA; Sharon Cline of Peoria, AZ, and stepson Charles Pettus of Russellville, AR. She will be missed by her 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Violet and John Gwitt. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Cotton Lane RV Park, 17506 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear, AZ 85338. The family suggests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
Becky Chase Marzullo
Becky Chase Marzullo,68, passed away in Sun City on Saturday, October 27, 2018. She was born on February 17, 1950 to Raymond Chase and Florence Sanford in Medina, New York. She is survived by her husband, Frank Marzullo. She is also survived by her two successful sons, Michael and Tim Russo; her two daughter-in-laws, Maria and Dorrie Russo; her grandchildren, Michaela, Frankie, Malana, Dominic and Mason Russo; step-granddaughters Claire, Laura, and Tessa and her great granddaughter, Ava. Becky spread her infectious positivity with her amazing smile and brightened every room she walked into. She was best friends with everyone she met. Everyone that knew her knew how much she loved crafting, bowling, and playing cards with her girls. She loved travelling the world and was so open minded. She has left a positive impact on everyone in her life, and she will be missed dearly by her friends and family.
Virginia Eleanor Dickens
Virginia Eleanor Dickens of Sun City, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born September 24, 1925, to Charles and Marguerite Powell in Toutle Lake, WA. Virginia graduated from Stanwood High School in 1943 and worked as a Rosie the Riveter during WWII. She attended Modern Beauty College in Tacoma, WA and finished with a license in cosmetology in 1946. She married Harold Dickens on December 31, 1948 and they made their home in Seattle, WA. They went on to have six children, but later divorced.
Virginia was employed by the State of Washington at the Rainier State School for Developmentally Disabled Adults for 27 years. She moved to Arizona 18 years ago after she retired and made Sun City her home. She was a member of the Red Hat Society in Sun City and for many years attended Skyway Church with her family.
She loved the Lord and spent time praying for her loved ones daily. She found joy in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, keeping in touch through cards and letters, always pleased to see pictures in the mail.
Virginia is survived by her sister, Helen Schuman; daughters, Lynda Nanod, Deborah McDaniel, Carolyn McDonald, and Paula Brown; and son, Roger Dickens. She will be missed by her nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were entrusted to Simply Cremation and Funeral Arrangements in Surprise, AZ.
Bernard Lee Simpson
Bernard Lee Simpson “JB”, of Sun City, passed away on October 19, 2018 surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 17, 1959 to Vernon David Simpson and Mary Elizabeth Williams in Pittsfield, MA. He was a member of the Local Iron Workers Union #75. A true “Jack” of all trades. JB was an honorable man who had a strong love for family and friends. He would do anything to help someone in need. He had a passion for riding his Harley and after he retired he found peace in landscaping and spending time with family. JB was the arm wrestling champion of the family! Many tried but ALL were defeated. JB was lucky to have married twice and remained close friends with former spouses AnnaMarie Simpson and Melinda Brown Simpson; He is survived by his beloved daughter AnnaMarie (Dennis) Kitchen; step son Michael Brown; sisters Mary Adams and Vernalee Troub; Brothers Joey, Vernon Jr., Robert, Eddie, Bruce, Glenn, Phillip and Manny. He will be greatly missed by his four grandchildren Andrew (Jishel) Lund, Wayne Anthony Powers, Addison Lee Kitchen and Aria Marie Kitchen. He was preceded in death by his parents Vernon Simpson and Mary Simpson-Lollis. Per his wishes, no services will be held.
Marciano ‘Rocky’ Murillo, Jr
Marciano ‘Rocky’ Murillo, Jr., age 41, of Buckeye, Arizona passed away on October 9, 2018. He was born May 10, 1977 to Marciano Murillo and Josefina Rivera in Phoenix, Arizona. Marciano graduated from Gila Bend High School and worked for MCSO and the Buckeye Police Department. More recently, he worked in the trucking/transportation industry.
Family was Marciano’s life. He was passionate about life and everything he did. He was a fan of the U of A Wildcats and the Arizona Cardinals and loved cheering on the Tartesso volleyball team. He was also a member of Palm Valley Church.
Marciano is survived by his wife, Amy Murillo and his daughters, Gabriella, Liliana, Josefina; sons, Marciano and Mateo; sisters, Blanca Ruiz, Ramona Sampaio; and brother, Anastacio Enriquez. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be held on October 27, 2018 at 1:00pm in the Multi Purpose Building at Tartesso Elementary School. A GoFundMe account has been established to help the family at this time:
https://www.gofundme.com/in-memory-of-marciano-murillo
