Thomas Franklin Bates
Jan 5, 2026
Thomas Franklin Bates was born September 9, 1931 and passed away January 5, 2025 at The Margaret T. Morris Center surrounded by his family.
Tom was born in Lansing, Michigan to Thomas Francis Bates and Marie Rollenhagen Bates. He graduated from JW Sexton High School in 1949. While there he met his future wife Joan Furlong, who he married in 1952...
Curt Sather
Jan 4, 2026
Curt Sather, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, mentor, friend, and colleague, passed away on January 4th 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by faith, service, adventure, and an unwavering commitment to the safety and well‑being of others.
Born with a heart for helping people, Curt lived his life guided by compassion, purpose, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors. Whether offering...
Shirley Fortney
Jan 1, 2026
Shirley Jean Hagen-Bright-Fortney, 93, of the Williamson Valley near Prescott, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, with her husband holding her hand. She was sharp and in-charge and made her own decisions to the end.
Shirley was born on April 18, 1932, in Davis City, Iowa. As a child she moved to Leon, Iowa, where she attended school...
John Robert Stevens
Dec 29, 2025
John Robert Stevens was born May 12, 1941 in Phoenix, AZ and died December 29, 2025 in Prescott, Arizona.
John is survived by his wife Jette Stevens, his son David A. Stevens, his granddaughter Geneva A. Stevens, Step-Daughter Amy Ellis, and by his first wife Joan E. Byrd.
John was predeceased by his Father Leonard A. Stevens, Mother Roberta G. Stevens,...
Barbara Louise Kolodziej
Dec 20, 2025
Barbara “Bobbe” Louise Kolodziej, 84 of Prescott, Arizona passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born December 14,1941 in Denver, Colorado to Betty Jenkins, Barbara was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She is survived by her children, Kelly, Marcie, Tammy, Scott and Kate, as well as a legacy of family expanding...
