Obituaries
Jennifer Athena Oeltjen
Jan 20, 2026
Jennifer Athena Oeltjen, 53, passed away on January 20, 2026, in Prescott, Arizona, following an unexpected medical crisis. A devoted caregiver, Jennifer was deeply loved and known for her compassionate heart and her passion for animal rescue.
She is survived by her partner, Jay Suttles; her mother, Ricci Hershey; her stepfather, Wayne Hershey; her brothers, Billy W. Oeltjen and Jeffrey J....
Bonnie Lee Thordahl
Jan 19, 2026
Bonnie L. (Beaver) Thordahl passed away at home on January 19,2026. She was born on March 11, 1943, in Gowanda, New York, to Howard L. and Elizabeth J. (Amann) Beaver. Bonnie grew up in Gowanda alongside her younger sister, Barbara. After reconnecting with her high school sweetheart, Jim Thordahl, Bonnie married him on June 27, 1964, at St. Joseph Catholic...
Larry Jay Martin
Jan 14, 2026
LJ Martin passed away peacefully at his home in Prescott, Arizona, on January 14, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 84.
The world has lost a gifted storyteller, prolific author, and creative force. Born Larry Jay Martin in Bakersfield, California, an oil and agricultural town he often referenced in his writing, he was raised there and...
Larry Michael Wittal
Jan 11, 2026
Larry Michael Wittal passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026 at the age of 81. He leaves behind a sister Joyce, three nieces and three nephews. Larry served in the United States Air Force for 20 years, retiring in 1986. He was proud of his service to our country and continued to wear his uniform with pride at Veterans’ services...
William Gordy Lange Jr
Jan 8, 2026
Bill Lange, age 71, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Prescott Valley, Arizona. He lived an amazing life with ups and downs. He was an adventurer who traveled the United States on his Harley. Bill loved his family and friends, and his life with his partner Sarah Nilsson. He cherished his sobriety of 18 years.
He is survived by his...
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