Local Obituaries for Families in Show Low, Snowflake, and Holbrook, AZ

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...

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...

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...

Correnne Magee

Feb 9, 2025

Correnne McCray Magee, 91, passed away at home peacefully, surrounded by her family, on the early morning of February 9, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and enjoyed participating in church callings.

Correnne was born on August 31, 1933 in St....

Elliot Armstrong

Feb 6, 2025

Elliot Jay Armstrong, born on September 1, 1990, in Phoenix, AZ, passed away on February 6, 2025, in Cibecue, AZ. 

Elliot was a dedicated father to Alexis and Nehemiah. He is survived by his father, Julius Armstrong Jr., and mother, Andrea Beatty. 

A Home wake will begin at 10:00 am on Thursday, February 20th. Family and friends will gather for a funeral...

James Adair

Feb 6, 2025

James Richard Adair, 74, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, in Snowflake, Arizona, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on January 5, 1951, in Springerville, Arizona, to Marjorie Ashenden Adair and Joseph Byron Adair.

Jim had three grown half-sisters and three grown half-brothers on his father's side when he was born. On his mother's side, he had...

Alexander Bencomo

Feb 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alexander Ray Bencomo on February 4, 2025, in Overgaard, Arizona. Born on December 6, 2005, in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Alex was a bright spirit with a large, blended family full of love and warmth, He was the beloved son of Allan Bencomo and Jessi Crawford and cherished stepson of...

Mildred Beecroft

Feb 4, 2025

Mildred May Beecroft, 85, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

She loved her family and having them around her. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She always welcomed everyone to her home and could stretch any meal to include any amount of people that might come. No one left her home hungry. She had...

Ralph Cluff

Feb 2, 2025

The beloved Ralph J. Cluff left this earthly home on Feb. 2nd, 2025 to enter into heavens gates to be with his sweetheart, Alice Jayne Cluff. Ralph started his journey here on earth on April 22, 1934 in Colonia Juarez Mexico.

Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Jayne Cluff, and son, Scott Franklin Cluff.

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Robert Standiford

Jan 31, 2025

Robert Carl Standiford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, at home with family. He was born in Snowflake Arizona to Buster and Juanita Standiford on November 22, 1948.

Robert was known throughout the community for being hard-working, compassionate, and strong-willed. He had a brother,Kelly Staniford and a cousin, Margret Hansen Wisner. They...

Christine Havel

Jan 29, 2025

Christine Elizabeth Havel, 75, passed away January 29, 2025. She was born December 26, 1949 in Massachusetts to Cyrus George and Patricia (Corr) George.

Christine was a nurse for 30 years. She enjoyed quilting, spending time with her family, and making various soups, which were enjoyed by her family.

She is survived by her husband, Jay Raciavich;...

Jose Patino Perez

Jan 26, 2025

Jose Guadalupe Patino Perez, 44, passed away January 26, 2025. He was born July 20, 1980.

A viewing will be held on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Owens Livingston Mortuary~White Mountain Chapel, 320 N. 9th St, in Show Low, Arizona, with a Rosary from 5:30-5:45. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 18, 2025,...

Benny Goodman

Jan 25, 2025

Benny Ray Goodman, 82, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was a great man, beloved to all who knew him. Benny was born January 2nd, 1943 in Miami, Arizona, to John and Lahoma Goodman. He was celebrated by the town as the 'New Years Baby', garnering accolades and gifts for John and...

Madelyn Swenson

Jan 25, 2025

Madelyn Nellie Swenson, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on June 27, 1935, in Northbridge, Massachusetts, Madelyn lived a life full of love and devotion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Madelyn was a gracious and caring homemaker, who poured...

Daniel Joy

Jan 24, 2025

With heavy hearts yet joyful memories, we celebrate the life of Daniel Blaine Joy, who was born on October 18, 1979, in Sierra Vista, AZ. He brought immeasurable love and laughter to those around him and passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, in Lakeside, AZ. Daniel lived a life filled with passion, particularly for his family and his...

Robert Crowther

Jan 24, 2025

Robert Earl Crowther passed away at his home in Holbrook, Arizona, January 24, 2025. He was born on November 13, 1941, in Albuquerque, N.M. to Clifford and Rhoanna Crowther.

Bob lived in Holbrook his entire life.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Frank and Clifford; first wife, Marilyn, and son, Jimmy.

He is survived...

Lydia Valencia

Jan 23, 2025

Mary Lydia Valencia, age 78, born September 16, 1946 and died January 23, 2025.

Lydia is survived by sons, Lawrence, John Sr., Matero Sr.; daughter, Robyn; sisters, Evelyn Galvez and Doris Galvez; brothers, Donald Galvez and Charles Galvez; 5 grandsons; 2 granddaughters and 1 great-grandson.

She was a member of the Tohono O'odhom Nation in Sells, Arizona. She lived most of her...

John Graham

Jan 21, 2025

John Graham, 84, of Lakeside, Arizona, passed away peacefully at his home on January 21, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Susan; 3 sons, Steve, John, Rob; brother, George; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.



John will always be remembered for his bright smile, beautiful bass voice, church and community service, and willingness to help anyone...

William Torbet

Jan 16, 2025

It is with a heavy heart but a spirit filled with celebration that we announce the passing of William Walter Torbet, a cherished father, brother and friend, who rode off into the sunset on January 16, 2025. William, affectionately known as "Walt," was born on June 16, 1955, and lived life with a joyful spirit, leaving behind music, laughter,...