Obituaries

Mar 31, 2025

Charles Hood Hall 1934 – 2025

Charles Hood Hall, 90, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, in Prescott, Arizona, where he had made his home for the past 59 years. He was born in Wagner, Oklahoma, and was raised with the values and work ethic of a rancher and farmer — values that stayed with him throughout his life.

Charles made...

Mar 30, 2025

Alexander “Alex” Joseph Carrillo, age 97, rested in peace on March 30, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He and his wife Joan met in San Francisco, CA and were blessed with 66 years of marriage.

As a father, Alex took great pride in the accomplishments of his children.

He was a great outdoorsman. He was a...

Mar 29, 2025

Jean Ann Connolly Obituary (Hanlon), known to many as a guiding presence in both her family and her community, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in Prescott, AZ. Jean Ann was born on June 11, 1937, at home on a farm in Winneshiek County, Iowa, to Byron and Marjorie (Gossman) Hanlon. She was the eldest of the six girls...

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Mar 24, 2025

Martha A “Marti” Vanzant, A 35-year resident of the Prescott area, passed away peacefully March 24, 2025, at Marley House, Prescott, AZ.

Marti was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Karol W Vanzant on September 1, 2021. Since his passing, Marti struggled with numerous debilitating health problems while residing at the Highgate Assisted Living I Prescott. Her body...

Mar 21, 2025

Mar 20, 2025

Ovila Jack Godin

07.28.1950 - 03.20.1925

Born in Detroit, Michigan

Served in the Army 11/1968 to 06/1970 - Served Korea DMZ (Korean Demilitarized Zone)

VFW Lifetime member (The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.)

Survived by:

Wife: Deborah Godin

Sister: Linda Godin

Children: Chad Godin, Amber Utt, Michael Chambers, and Adam Godin

Many beloved grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Mar 20, 2025

Patricia Marie Wakefield, age 93, passed away on March 20, 2025 in Prescott Valley, AZ. She was born on March 17, 1932 in New Richland, MN, to Orin and Nellie (Anfinson) Rodahl. She was united in marriage to Gerald (Jerry) Wakefield on May 17, 1952 in Austin, MN. She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran church when she lived...

Mar 19, 2025

Mar 18, 2025

“Kathleen Murphy “Murf” Gaston passed away far too early after a brief illness on March 18, 2025.Born in Bakersfield, CA, in 1956, she was raised in Germany, where her father served in the US Army. His sudden death when she was 10 years old caused her mother to bring her and her younger brother back to the Los Angeles area,...

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Mar 16, 2025

John Franklin Ross, Jr.May 16, 1945 – March 16, 2025John Franklin Ross, Jr. passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, at the age of 79 in Prescott, AZ. A man of many passions and unwavering dedication, John lived a life marked by service, curiosity, and appreciation for the finer things.Born on May 16, 1945, John spent his youth and early...

Mar 16, 2025

Donna L. Cannava (Donya) died in her Prescott, AZ residence on Friday, March 14, at the age of 76, after several years of health issues.

In the late 1960s, her adventurous, peaceful spirit called her westward, where she thrived. Schooled in the Maria Montessori Method, she nurtured and taught countless children while living in Austin, TX and then Tucson, AZ. Additionally,...

Mar 15, 2025