Local Obituaries for Families in Wickenburg, Arizona

Nelva Greenleaf

Jul 17, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Nelva (Nel) Jean Greenleaf (Clark), aged 90. She passed away on July 17, 2024, with her family by her side.

Nel was born on January 15, 1934, in Inavale, Nebraska, where she spent her formative years. Her family moved to Yuma, AZ, for a...

Ron Rodriguez

Jul 15, 2024

Ronald William Rodriguez

“Ronnie”/ “Grasshopper”

Ron Rodriguez, 56, died unexpectedly July 15, 2024. He was born August 10, 1967, in Parker Arizona, the son of Sue Taylor. Ron married Becky Petersen on October 11, 1986, in Wickenburg Arizona, where they were blessed with five beautiful children. He was a loving son, father, husband, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, grandfather and friend. He devoted...

Jayden Harris

Jul 11, 2024

Jayden Thomas Harris, age 16, of Peoria, Arizona, passed away on July 11, 2024. Born on March 6, 2008, in Prescott, Arizona, to Timothy Wayne Harris. Jayden was adopted by his aunt and uncle, Dwayne (JD) and Tracey Kingston, on June 13, 2017, following his father's passing in 2013.

Jayden moved to Beckville TX to live with his sister...

Maurine Colgrove

Jul 10, 2024

Maurine Pratt Colgrove of Wickenburg, Arizona passed away on July 10, 2024 at the age of 92.

Maurine was born in Mesa, Arizona. She was the fourth of five children, having three older sisters and one younger brother. Maurine lived in Mesa on a 20-acre farm about 3 miles outside of town. Her mother draped her basinet with...

Larry Thompson

Jun 23, 2024

Ltc. Larry N. Thompson, retired

Lieutenant Colonel Larry N. Thompson, age 86, passed away at his home in Wickenburg on June 23, 2024. Larry was born on September 20, 1937, in Winfield, Kansas. Larry was enjoying his retirement years, after serving with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. At AZDPS, he was a committed leader in policing not only...

Daryl Ferree

Apr 24, 2024

Daryl Edgar Ferree

Daryl Edgar Ferree, the father, grandfather, husband and friend with the world's biggest and best laugh, passed away April 24 at home at the age of 80, peacefully in his sleep.

His daughter Traci Watson, son-in-law Anthony, grandson Wade and son Trent Ferree grieve with his lifelong best friend Jesse...

Beverly Metzger

Apr 10, 2024

Beverly Ann Lane Metzger (86) passed away April 10, 2024, at her home with family by her side in Meridian, Idaho. She had a long, challenging and courageous battle with osteoporosis and chronic back issues. Ultimately, succumbing to congestive heart failure. Beverly was born June 19, 1937, in St. Louis, MO. She is survived by her two children: Danna Jean...

Cynthia Boyd

Apr 7, 2024

Cindy Ellen Lott Boyd passed away peacefully at her home in Wickenburg, Arizona on April 7, 2024 with her husband and children by her side. Cindy courageously fought cancer for 14 years, without complaint, always putting the needs of family and friends before her own. Cindy was born on February 27, 1957 in Provo, Utah to Mack Lott and Traccia...

Christine Barnes

Mar 27, 2024

Christine Marie Barnes, age 55, passed away suddenly on March 27,

2024. Chrissy was born on May 8, 1968, in Panorama City, California,

to Don and Arleen (Gocke) Forrest. Chrissy graduated from La Canada

High School in California in 1986. She went on to earn her Bachelor of

Arts degree in 1999 at Cal State Dominguez Hills in Long Beach,

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James Nikes

Mar 25, 2024

James "Pop" Nikes III, age 69, passed away on March 25, 2024, in Surprise, AZ, after a long

battle with Dementia. Jim was the 1 st of 3 children, born on February 28, 1955 in St. Joseph, MO

to James and Mary (Velazquez) Nikes. He graduated from Central High School, class of 1974.

From an early age Jim began his life-long love of...

Nancy Jones

Mar 23, 2024

Nancy Delon Jones, 67, of Wickenburg, AZ, formerly of Peoria, IL, died on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Banner University Medical Center.

Nancy was born on February 9, 1957, in Elmhurst IL, to Nat Gordon Goodwin and Wanda Belle Goodwin. She spent her early childhood living in Nebraska, Iowa, and Illinois. She spent her High School years in...

Toni Brown

Mar 19, 2024

Toni Brown beloved Mother and Grandmother passed away March 19 th .

She died in her home with her daughters at her bedside at the age of

82. She was fortunate to have 5 great days before passing to say

goodbye to her many friends and family members. She will be deeply

missed by those who knew her.

Toni...

Mary Hansen

Mar 17, 2024

[title] Mary Hansen, age 71, passed away on March 17, 2024.

Mary was born in Fayette, AL to Albert Reese and Mary Elizabeth Reese. Mary married Clesie Hansen of Wickenburg, Arizona .

Private Cremation to be held by Wickenburg Funeral Home & Crematory at in Wickenburg, Arizona.

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Rosalie Jones

Mar 5, 2024

Rosalie Jones went to be with Jesus on March 5, 2024. She

was surrounded by family and friends at her home, Rustic

Retirement Ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona.

Rosalie was very proud of her family, especially her

grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly:

Devin Brill and his children Savvy, Zain, and Poseidon - Nathen

Brill and wife Catie and their...

Dennis Sims

Feb 29, 2024

In memory of Dennis William Sims August 1, 1939 - February 29, 2024

A life well lived. Born in Davenport WA and passed away suddenly in Phoenix AZ after declining health.

Dennis was a beloved husband, father, and precious grandpa.

He will forever be missed by wife Jackie of 67...

Patricia Spillane

Feb 12, 2024

Patricia Ann Spillane, 90, of Wickenburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, just 26 days shy of her 91st birthday, in her apartment at the Rustic Ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona, formerly known as My Father's Retirement Ranch. Six years after her husband's death, she relocated to Wickenburg to be near her son, Bill, and his 9 children.

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Leona Gilmore

Feb 11, 2024

Leona "Lee " Gilmore passed away Sunday February 11, 2024 in Sun City West, Arizona where she has

resided since the passing of her late husband Tom in 2017.

Born August 28, 1927 , in Snohomish Washington, Lee blessed all those she came into contact with in

her 96 years. She lived much of her childhood in Sultan and would...

Gregory Werdin

Feb 10, 2024

The Reverend Gregory George Werdin, 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday Feb 10th, 2024, at Banner Del Webb Medical Center, Sun City West, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on January 1st, 1950, to Ted and Bernice Werdin in Freeport, Illinois. Greg was the youngest of three brothers David (deceased) and Donald (Rockford, IL).

He was...

Pamela McPherson

Feb 3, 2024

Pamela Dee (Griggs) McPherson passed away on February 3, 2024. Pam was born on April 12, 1953 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her family moved to Casper, Wyoming when she was in 6th grade and she graduated from Natrona County High School in 1971. Pam married the love of her life, Robert (Mac) McPherson, on July 23, 1971 and together...

Carrie Shaw

Jan 17, 2024

Carrie Ann Shaw passed away January 17th, 2024 in Yarnell, AZ after a battle with cancer. She was born August 8th, 1960 in Torrance, CA to Marvin and Janice Shaw. She was watched over by her three older brothers Larry, Robert and Lonnie while growing up in Southern California.

Carrie cared deeply for animals which led her to...