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Dad: ‘I dearly miss my sweet boy’ BY LAUREN SERRATO
West Valley View Staff Writer
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NEWS ............ 10 Litchfield man helps interns’ careers take flight
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t 182nd and San Gabriel drives in Goodyear, friends, family and community members have left flowers, stuffed animals, notes and candles in honor of the 13-year-old boy who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on April 26. Dylan Buensuceso was riding his bike on his way home from Estrella Mountain Elementary School when he was hit by a full-size white Ford truck. According to Dylan’s father, Frederick Buensuceso, the crash happened less than one block away from the family’s home. He was transported to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries. “Dylan was a great son. He had a sense of humor, which was his hallmark personality trait,” Frederick said. “As you can see in the memorial where he died, he was well loved and quite popular with his fellow students. He had aspirations to be a doctor, and we talked about it quite often. I told him that he didn’t have to pursue such a hard career, but he hon-
Frederick Buensuceso, right, says his son, Dylan, longed to be a doctor. His dreams were cut short when he was hit and killed in a crash. (GoFundMe/Submitted)
estly wanted to. I feel that a part of me is missing permanently, and I dearly miss my sweet boy.” On April 28, Goodyear police served a
search warrant on a home near the fatal hit and run. Investigators took a male suspect
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Avondale Goodyear postmaster installed during ceremony BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
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arolyn Carter was installed as postmaster of Avondale Goodyear on April 7, during a ceremony attended by family, friends and team members. Post Office Operations Manager Frank Cetta administered the oath of office to Carter during the ceremony, which can be viewed at facebook.com/uspsaz. “It is a great honor to serve Avondale Goodyear as your new postmaster,” Carter said. “In my time with the United States Post-
al Service, I have seen firsthand the role the postal service plays connecting neighbors and our community to the nation. Our post offices serve as a lifeline for our small businesses to reach customers no matter where they are. “Under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s leadership and Delivering For America, the Postal Service’s 10-year plan, we are maintaining universal six-day mail delivery and expanded seven-day package delivery, stabilizing our workforce, and spurring innovation to meet the needs of our modern customers.”
The history of the postmaster position Originally, the word postmaster was referred as the one who provided post horses. William Penn established Pennsylvania’s first post office in 1683. However, the real beginnings of a postal system in the colonies dates from 1692 when Thomas Neale received a 21-year grant from the British Crown authorizing him to set up post roads in North America.
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Dylan...continued from page 1 into custody without incident, and he was then transported to the Goodyear Police Department for interviewing. Police identified the suspect on April 29 as 44-year-old Richard Romo. Romo was arrested on felony charges of leaving an accident with death or injury and one count of failure to stay with death or injury. Estrella Mountain Elementary School Principal Lynzee Booras informed the parents of the death via email.
“Dear Estrella Mountain Families, it is with deep sorrow that I must share with you a tragedy in our Estrella family. Eighth grade student, Dylan Buensuceso, has passed away. Dylan’s father spoke with me tonight and gave permission to share Dylan’s identity. According to Goodyear Police, he was hit by a truck while on his bicycle. Dylan was heading home shortly after school was dismissed today. Dylan’s family has asked for privacy at this time. I know you join me in expressing our sympathy, concern and
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lenges. And each cope their own way. Support groups can help survivors and caregivers have meaningful lives after stroke, according to the American Stroke Association. For more information on the Primary Plus Stroke Center at Abrazo West Campus, visit abrazohealth.com. RSVP to strokern@icloud.com or call 602-625-9702.
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he city of Avondale offers free water efficiency workshops throughout the year to help the community enhance the beauty of landscapes while also saving water and money. As outdoor water in the arid desert environment can account for 70% of outdoor water use, one of the best places to become more water efficient is in the landscapes. Understanding how much and how often to water plants is key to beautiful and lush, yet water-efficient, yards. Learn how to save water and money with water-thrifty plants and proper watering, pruning and irrigation maintenance. A free virtual Desert Plant Survival 101 workshop is offered to the Avon-
dale community and the West Valley in collaboration with the West Valley Water Association. In this class, master gardener Jo Miller will provide the top reasons why plants do not do well; what to consider at the nursery; and how to properly plant, water and maintain healthy plants (including pruning tips and a pruning schedule for common low-desert-adapted landscape plants). Take advantage of this final free water-efficiency workshop of the season virtually from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 21, and register at avondaleaz.gov/landscapeclasses. For more information about Avondale’s water conservation programs and resources, visit avondaleaz.gov/ waterconservation or send an email to savewater@avondaleaz.gov.
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oodyear City Council and mayoral candidates will meet with voters from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Eagles Nest Clubhouse Ballroom in PebbleCreek, 3645 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear. It is open to the public. Nine nonpartisan candidates are running for mayor and the three city council seats up for election on Aug. 3. If candidates do not receive 50% of the vote at the election, there will be a runoff Nov. 9. Mayor Joe Pizzillo, who was appointed to the position in December 2021, will
seek election as mayor. He is opposed by write-in candidate Carlita Cotton. There are seven candidates for the three council seats, including incumbents Wally Campbell and Brannon Hampton. They are challenged by Benita Beckles, Sharnai Fisher, Tamara Floyd, Vicki Gillis and Atenas Rodriguez. Councilmember Patrick Bray, who was appointed to the seat in February, did not seek election. The candidates will deliver opening and closing remarks and then answer questions from the moderator and from the audience. The forum is sponsored and hosted by the Pebble Creek Democratic Club.
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ven after graduation, students continue to make their mark on their alma mater. Tolleson Union High School graduate Wendy Odom is no different. The 1996 graduate has designed various projects for Tolleson Union and other district schools. Odom serves as ADM Group’s interior design director, allowing her to take the lead on the design team for projects like the West Point High School build and West Point and Sierra Linda’s performing arts centers. Recently, Odom was integral in the design of new buildings at TUHS, including the science building, new classrooms, and media and performing arts centers. “I have a passion for education and for helping youth, so when I came to work at ADM Group, I was really blessed to be able to kind of combine two passions,” Odom said. “To participate in major projects at
my own district where I graduated from, it’s probably the coolest thing that’s ever happened to me. It’s amazing to make a difference in the place where I grew up and have this big effect on the different schools that are in the district.” The performing arts center was built nearly 100 years ago. A remodel has been a long time coming, according to Tolleson Union High School District Superintendent Nora Gutierrez. “Tolleson High School and its community have been extremely patient for many years, and this PAC is long overdue,” Gutierrez said. “The students, alumni and the entire community are extremely excited. The students, staff, community and the city of Tolleson will all have access to the PAC, and this opportunity will significantly impact their lives for years to come.” The $25.8 million facility will open at the start of the next school year. The theatrical equipment has been delayed, so the first performance will likely take place in November.
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As a former theater student, Odom said she’s excited for students to perform on a grand stage. “The performing arts center is probably the most exciting project for me, because when I went to Tolleson High School, I was in the drama club and drama class and I performed in Old Main, which is the existing performing space,” Odom said. “I was in choir and in drama all four years. I actually performed in that space, and it’s very small and it’s very old. So, I’m super excited for the students now at Tolleson who will get to perform in a professional and really nicely designed space.” While undergoing a major renovation, the PAC will have features of the previous, historic design, including the pillars and hundreds of block Ts to represent Tolleson. Jeremy Calles, chief financial officer, said the renovation will create a modern look that rivals any other Arizona PAC. “While the old PAC honors the deep roots of this community and the beginning of our district, the new PAC will bring modern features to our performances and better prepare our students for their next step with college and their career,” he said. “For many students, this will be the grandest stage on which they ever perform, and it will be filled with cherished memories for them and their families.”
While Odom takes pride in all her projects, she said all the renovation and new projects at Tolleson give her a sense of accomplishment and joy to see a community she grew up in get the upgrades it deserves. “It provides students a space where they feel like they matter, where they feel like they’re important, because they are; and these students are putting their best effort into learning and doing their best to perform, and they deserve a space that’s worthy of their performances, and it helps to elevate their education,” she said. “They now feel more invested. They’re more excited. They’re more engaged in their learning because they’re in an atmosphere and an environment where they feel people cared enough about them to put in the time, effort and money required to have a space like this. And in return, they want to put more effort into their education. I think that goes for the teachers as well. They feel more excited and engaged about their teaching.” Odom said she enjoys giving back to the community through her alma mater. “It’s been a blessing and an honor for me to be able to work on this project,” she said. “It’s more than just a school; it’s a community of people that care for each other. You don’t just graduate and then forget about it. You’re always going to be a Wolverine.”
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ports, clubs, part-time jobs and internships play a major role in a teenagers’ high school experience. Two Millennium High School students hit the internship jackpot two years ago with the opportunity to work on planes at the Phoenix Goodyear Airport. Mike Buben purchased a 1956 Cessna 172 in 2020 from Lloyd Tirrill, who owned it for 56 years. The aircraft had not been flown for 22 years and was in a clear state of decline. Buben swore to restore it. He soon recognized the task required more help with, perhaps, students. With a stroke of luck, he came across Maddy Westcott’s Facebook page, which described her interest in aviation. “These young people have renewed my faith in today’s youth,” Buben said. “I couldn’t be prouder of these young people. If I’ve offered them anything, it was to give them an opportunity to be in an environment that showed them this aviation community that really wants to
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Mike Buben serves as a mentor to Maddy Westcott and Aidan Holton, two aspiring aviation students. The trio are working on restoring Buben’s 1956 Cessna. (Cassandra Tomei/ Submitted)
help you out, no matter where you come from or who you are.” Buben even has ASU apparel gifted from Westcott, a maroon T-shirt with “ASU Dad” embroidered across the chest. As she continued to work at the hangar, Westcott brought a friend, Aidan Holton, along to help with the restoration project. “This just really sets me up with the understanding of the basic mechanical-type stuff,” Holton said. “Being out here brings me back to what my passions are, and that’s mechanics and engineering and hands-on learning. This is what I like to do, I like being a student. And I get to play that part here.” As a four-year wrestler who was accepted into the Naval Academy, Holton said the internship helps him decompress from the stress of preparing for life after graduation. “It’s been an escape for me,” he said. “I’m super busy all the time, and although I look at this as work, when I’m here I don’t think about anything else. It’s just like I’m here, and it’s very calming.” Buben allows the students to work on the plane under his supervision. He allowed Westcott to develop her riveting skills and instructed Holton on drilling dozens of holes into the plane. While some may be weary of letting teenagers fix a classic plane, Buben said
he has complete confidence in his students. “We can always fix it,” he said. “It’s worth it to me to give them the opportunity to do it. Even if they fail, it’s worth it to me. It builds their confidence, and because of the confidence that they both possess, they are not afraid to do something that they’re asked to do.” Together, the three are working on what they refer to as the “Cessna Project.” The goal was to restore the plane before Tirrill, its original owner, could take flight. However, Tirrill died before he had the chance. Tirrill’s widow, Doris, was invited to partner with Buben in the Cessna’s first flight soon. In the meantime, the team can be found most weekends at the airport hangar in Goodyear, finalizing the plane’s restoration. “That plane was purchased for a reason — it’s going to stay in the family forever. Airplanes go to die in my family,” Buben said. “These two, given the opportunity, can fly it and learn to fly it anytime they want.” As for the interns, they are pleased with the experience. “Every time I come here, I learn something else Mike can do. His skills are super diverse,” Holton said. “He’s just like an ever-unfolding puzzle. He’s a wildcard. He’s Mike.”
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Will fall elections spawn Megathon II on TV? BY J.D. HAYWORTH
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ultihyphenate entertainer Steve Allen should earn posthumous praise as a “20th century Renaissance man.” Allen, who departed ASU (then Arizona State Teachers College) in the early 1940s as a sophomore, never hesitated to teach his audiences as he entertained them, blending the serious and the sophomoric, combining highbrow concepts with low-brow comedy. A case in point was the premise behind a well-received sketch on his 1967 CBS summer replacement show, “The Steve Allen Comedy Hour.” Imagine when the day arrives that all dreaded diseases are conquered through the fundraising effectiveness of that TV institution known as the telethon. What happens to the “tele-
thon industry” — the hosts, producers, directors and studio crews — who have performed so successfully? The comically contrived future result was the advent of TV fundraising for not-so-serious afflictions, which Allen lampooned with “The Prickly Heat Telethon.” Fast forward across time and distance — 55 years and 3,000 miles. From the now-demolished Television City in Hollywood to what has long been regarded as “Hollywood for the cosmetically challenged,” Washington, D.C. Disease has not been eliminated, of course. Neither have our most vexing public policy problems found permanent political solutions. In fact, those problems have multiplied. And in those intervening five decades plus five years, the medium of television has changed substantially, both technically and thematically. Viewing options have grown exponen-
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tially, far beyond three major commercial networks, to hundreds of channels churning with creativity, controversy and contrived situations classified as “reality programming.” And the reality is that the familiar telethon — that tried-and-true TV staple of fundraising — remains, just in a greatly expanded format. Welcome to the Age of the Megathon — a multimedia, multilevel, multiyear event, complete with multiplying costs, reaching far beyond our borders and bank accounts, bringing profound changes to the lives we lead. In fact, we’ve just experienced “Megathon I,” which a coalition of public health and politically correct types euphemistically, clinically and officially named “COVID-19.” It came complete with a state sponsor that the politically correct still refuse to acknowledge — a nation now known by the initials PRC, which is more accurately described by the name communist China. And it has been reported that the communist Chinese found cooperation and funding for what many believe to be a bioweapon — from the good ol’ USA. Megathon I also featured a “leading man,” Dr. Anthony Fauci. Though an “Amen Chorus” on the left continues to sing his praises, Fauci has the distinction of being our nation’s highest-paid bureaucrat. And it isn’t only his hefty paycheck that has cost us. Fauci-ism has ushered in a festering form of cynicism that has developed
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into debilitating distrust of the public health establishment, all because the diminutive doctor insists that he is the embodiment of sound science, when, in reality, he is the poster child for a pernicious form of “political science.” Playing politics with public health shouldn’t surprise us, at least not in retrospect. Looking back, it’s almost as if leftist elites coveted COVID-19 for the dollars it cost, the change it brought and the freedoms it flummoxed. But another price was paid, regardless of political labels: Lives were lost. Primarily, those fatalities came among senior citizens — the most politically active segment of our society — at least when it comes to voting. And, of course, voting itself changed, leading to widespread suspicions about the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. With the midterm elections ahead in November, prepare yourself for a “Fast and Furious”-Sly Stallone-“Star Wars”-type sequel, which will be just about as entertaining. Yes… it’s Megathon II, coming this fall! It’s enough to make baby boomers yearn for the summer of 1967, the enlightened comedy of Steve Allen, and the unpleasant sensation of prickly heat. J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Congress.
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Abrazo hospitals offer opportunities for nurses BY SUE RAINEY, RN, MSN
voice in patient care. It is open to all levels of ational Nurses Week bedside nurses, includis May 6 to May 12, ing new grads and new an annual celebration hires. Participants are that recognizes the critical eligible for a bonus of role nurses perform in our up to $5,000 upon comhospitals and for our commupletion of the program. nity. This year, we recognize Points are earned for our nurses for their continued clinical practice, leadcommitment and unfailing ership, community serdedication to our patients and vice, education, qualitheir families, and for always ty and evidence-based being our foundation of heal- Sue Rainey, RN, MSN, is mar- practice, and profesing. ket chief nurse executive sional development. Abrazo supports its caregiv- for Abrazo Health and chief Mentors help guide ers and staff with opportuni- nursing officer at Abrazo you through the proties to grow both profession- West Campus in Goodyear. cess. (Abrazo Health/Submitted) ally and personally. Nurses at The Clinical Ladder Abrazo can take advantage of our Clin- is a great way to develop as a nurse, ical Ladder program that benefits par- not only to learn about additional disticipants, our patients and our network ciplines, but it helps prepare you to by supporting lifelong learners through advance in your career and supports a team-based approach. community wellness when Abrazo ofThe Abrazo Clinical Ladder program fers screenings and health education to is an example of how nurses can have a the public. Abrazo Health Chief Nurse Executive
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Abrazo’s growth as a network and investment in talent and resources help attract quality nurses to its hospitals. It is one of the Valley’s largest health systems, with advanced expertise in cardiovascular, stroke and neurosciences, complex orthopedics and spine, minimally invasive surgery and maternity services. Planning is underway for a Abrazo’s growth as a network and investment in talent new medical campus and hos- and resources help attract quality nurses to its hospitals. (Stock image) pital in Buckeye. We are growing as a health system, ed through social media, employment investing in our future. Abrazo hospi- websites and other outlets to attract tals offer competitive pay and benefits, new grad and experienced nurses. Hirsupport and growth opportunities. Our ing bonuses and other incentives like culture embodies a community built on tuition and continuing education supcare, with concern for the well-being of port are available for eligible staff. others — for our patients as well as our To learn more about current open employees and caregivers. positions at Abrazo hospitals, visit Abrazo Health hospitals are actively AbrazoHealth.com/careers. recruiting for nurses and staff to join Sue Rainey, RN, MSN is market chief nurse our facilities across the Valley. On-site executive for Abrazo Health and chief nursing and virtual hiring events are promot- officer at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.
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The latest sign of lost youth is pickleball’s popularity BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist
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ife sometimes presents signs that you have completely given up on your youth. An example: You proudly present your AARP card to request a senior discount at the restaurant where you’re having dinner. At 4:45 on a Saturday afternoon. Other telltale signs: You find it acceptable to wear socks with your sandals. You sing along in the car to the Monkees’ greatest hits. You have an AOL email account. Or you repeat dumb things like, “Well, age is just a number.” Lately, I’ve noticed a new sign that you’ve quit on life. It’s all around us, people are raving about it, and it looks utterly ridiculous to anyone who isn’t a freak for it. Yet, like folks who can’t stop talking about their keto diets, those who indulge cannot stop chattering. Enough with the pickleball stories already.
Trust me, no one cares that you almost made the Sun City Pickleball All-Stars. Because you look ridiculous playing midget tennis with a wiffleball standing on a life-sized pingpong table. No, I have never played pickleball. And yes, I still feel eminently qualified to comment on “America’s fastest-growing sport,” as christened by umpteen news outlets recently. Industry stats show 4.8 million people played the game last year, double the number who played five years ago. There are an estimated 35,000 pickleball courts across the country. Last year’s national championships attracted 2,342 players competing for $90,000 in prize money. There’s even a USA Pickleball Association, headquartered out of a P.O. box in that noted sports mecca Surprise. The most amazing statistic is that 4.8 million pickleball players told 480 million boring pickleball stories to the remaining 325 million Americans who don’t play. Here’s a handy guide about sharing tales of pickleball hijinks. Ask yourself,
“Did anyone playing pickleball in this story require a portable defibrillator or leave the court in handcuffs after committing felony assault or murder?” If the answer is “no,” do not tell your pickleball story. Look, I get it. You’ve discovered a hobby you truly love, you’re an early adopter of a great awakening across the land, and you want to share your pickleball passion. I felt the same way once. I was 12 years old, and my parents got me Electronic Battleship for Christmas. That lasted three hours, until I lost half the pieces, or about as long as it takes your average 89-year-old pickleball aficionado to cover the game’s 20-foot-by-44-foot court. Incidentally, that’s one-third the square footage of a tennis court, a selling point often cited by pickleballers. As in, “Dude, the court’s so small, anyone can play. It’s not even exercise. You barely have to move!” Not that pickleball is all bad. The game does have controversy. Invented in 1965 by three boring rich families, the Mc-
Callums, Browns and Pritchards, who summered on Bainbridge Island outside Seattle, there is some dispute about the origin of the game’s name. The Pritchards say wife JoAnn, an avid rower, named it. As she tells it, “The name of the game became pickleball, after I said it reminded me of the pickle boat in crew where oarsmen were chosen from the leftovers of other boats.” The more colorful legend, offered by the McCallums and Browns, is that the game was named after the Pritchards’ cockapoo puppy, Pickles, who loved to interrupt matches by running off with the wiffleball. I love good dog stories. And when it comes to pickleball, I’m glad for two things. One, that pickleball lovers didn’t instead take up fantasy football. Now those stories are godawful. And two, let’s be glad the dog wasn’t named Chewbarka or Poopsy. Then this column would have been a three-part series. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com
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Honey Foundation pollinates world with kindness BY ANDREW CROWLEY
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other’s Day is special for The Honey Foundation, as it is at the center of the Goodyear-based organization’s founding. Scott Clarke had no idea of the impact one action would have. Like a pebble dropped in a pond, it rippled outward. Every Mother’s Day, Scott gave money and roses to the person at Starbucks’ register. He told them to use the money until it ran out to pay for the drinks of mothers who stopped by the store and to give them roses. On Mother’s Day 2011, Scott’s mother went to a Starbucks for a coffee. Instead, she received a free drink. When she asked who was responsible, she learned it was Scott, who died shortly thereafter on June 3, 2011. At his funeral, Scott’s twin brother, Justin, shared the story during his eulogy. That inspired Scott’s friends and family to repeat the action on Father’s Day at the same Starbucks in his memory. “During our grief, I wanted to know why people do those certain things,” said Jaime Clarke, wife of Justin and a co-founder of the Honey Foundation. “We found out that it’s the stories that inspire more kindness and the ripple effect. So when someone does something like that, then the next person wants to do something similar or just like it.” Inspired, Jaime and Justin Clarke founded The Honey Foundation to honor Scott’s legacy in September 2012. “We say we are sweet like honey, honey never spoils. If the bees weren’t pollinating the world, we would all die. We wouldn’t have food or air,” Jaime said. “The same thing with kindness. If we didn’t have people pollinating the world with kindness, our world would be a dark and scary place.”
To that end, The Honey Foundation keeps track of acts of kindness with The Deed Feed. Participants can anonymously log the altruistic behavior, and visitors can scroll through it and read about the small ways in which people are trying to improve the world. Odyssey Preparatory School approached the foundation about creating a social and emotional curriculum centered on kindness. At the time, the school was struggling with a bully problem and hoped that such a program might lead to a more harmonious school environment. “We saw a 51% decrease in school violence and bullying there from just focusing on our kindness curriculum,” Jaime said. She developed a PowerPoint presentation, leaning on her skills as a marriage and family therapist to bring it to fruition. “We’ve been able to do the same in nine different states and other schools in Arizona,” Clarke said. This year, The Honey Foundation will partner with 11 coffee shops to pay it forward on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8. One such shop is Modern Grind, owned by Daphnie Kelly, a former elementary school teacher. “She (Jaime) was my daughter’s swim coach,” Kelly said. “She knew that our coffee shop was all about the community, fundraising, growing youth programs, and I’m a former teacher. Just a lot our beliefs and values overlapped, and we stayed in touch since.” Modern Grind opened in 2020, and this is the second year the coffee shop will take part in the Mother’s Day event. “It aligns perfectly with what we’re all about,” Kelly said. Coffee shops taking part in the event are:
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Starbucks Baristas support The Honey Foundation’s Mother’s Day event. The Honey Foundation was created to honor the memory of Scott Clarke, who died June 3, 2011. (Jaime Clark/Submitted)
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NAI Horizon negotiates investment sale of retail/office BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
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Buckeye with the disposition of its entire portfolio over the last 12 months. The 3,100-square-foot retail/office asset is at 303 N. Fourth Street, Buckeye. The sale, which includes a parking lot at 307 N. Fourth Street, fetched $425,000. “It was pretty nice see all of their properties being sold at above list and allowing them to move on to other en-
deavors,” Lewis said. The property sits on 0.11 acres. The one-story, single-tenant asset was built in 1949. “Our experience with Christopher Lewis and NAI Horizon has been exceptional, to say the least,” said Rick Wilson, principal with Choices in Community Housing. “It has been a delight-
ful experience working with Christopher, who displayed a high level of professionalism and an in-depth understanding of the Phoenix market, which I attribute to the sale of our properties being sold above the actual list price.” The buyer, CRS Residential Inc. of Phoenix, was represented by Doreen Coutelin with SJ Fowler Realty.
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Goodyear. • Jackrabbit Java in Buckeye. • The Starbucks Phoenix Children’s Hospital. • Starbucks on Pebble Creek Parkway in Goodyear. • Starbucks on 99th and McDowell in Avondale. Sponsoring the event are Luma
Learning, Pinson Family Foundation, Survival Swim, Maryann Pennella, Jerry Hassman, F|Staff, Cloward Orthodontics, Duncan & Son Lines, Point & Click, Osborne Jewelers and Avondale Toyota. They cover the cost of the coffee and the rose and bee stickers. This year the Honey Foundation is also partnering with coffee shops for
a similar event on Father’s Day. Jaime said that coffee shops and sponsors asked about doing something for Father’s Day this year as well.
AI Horizon represented the seller in the disposition of the last remaining property in the seller’s income portfolio, a storefront retail/office building in Buckeye. NAI Horizon First Vice President Christopher Lewis represented Choices in Community Housing Inc. of
• Modern Grind in Avondale. • Village Coffee in Scottsdale. • Starbucks on West Camelback Road in Litchfield Park. • Oasis Bagel in Goodyear. • Sugar N Spice Coffee and Tea. • Enroute Coffee & Tea House in
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Kids to Parks Day
MAY 21 Kids to Parks Day is a free family-friendly event that encourages outdoor play. Outdoor activities are 8 to 10 a.m., and pool play runs from 10 to 11 a.m. Goodyear Recreation Campus, 420 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, 8 to 11 a.m., free, goodyearaz.gov
The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The weekly calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries. Weekly calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, christina@timespublications.com.
The Buckeye Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
FIRST SATURDAY The organization meets the first Saturday of each month, except for May to August. New members are welcome. Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Avenue, Buckeye, 1 p.m., free, 623-386-3465
Bike Night
FRIDAYS IN APRIL On Fridays, head over to Whiskey on Western for Bike Night. Bikers receive 10% off their tab. Whiskey on Western, 613 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., free, whiskeyonwestern.com
The Mavericks Annual Golf Tournament
Cinco de Mayo
MAY 5 Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Troubadour Knights and the taco trucks MoLos and Mi Ofrenda. Music starts at 7 p.m. Hidden Lake, 24445 Sunrise Drive, Buckeye, 5 to 10 p.m., free admission, $10 parking, hiddenlakeaz.com
MAY 13 The Mavericks take over The Wigwam’s three courses. Registration includes lunch, golf and beverages. The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, time TBA, foursome is $4,000, westvalleymavericksfoundation. org
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Memorial Day Ceremony
MAY 30 Honoring those who have served with memorial exhibits, a musical tribute, and flag ceremony dedicated to the men and women who lost their lives in service of the nation. Civic Center Amphitheater, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, avondaleaz.gov
Document Shredding Event
Moms & Mimosas
MAY 8 Hidden Lake and Street Savvy are honoring mothers with the debut of Moms & Mimosas. Spend the day indulging in mimosas, brunch, live music, boutique shopping and entertainment. Children can have fun in the kids’ zones and with lakeside recreation. Hidden Lake, 24445 Sunrise Drive, Buckeye, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $10 per car, hiddenlakeaz.com
MAY 14 The White Tanks Rotary of Verrado invites the public to guard their identity by bringing file-sized boxes of docs or bags for on-site shredding provided by The Shred It Company. Paper only is accepted; no batteries, hard drives, metal or trash. Summit Community Church Parking Lot, 20555 W. Roosevelt Street, Buckeye, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., $5 suggested donation per box of paper
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Tourney to raise funds for pediatric therapy BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
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ariah’s Miracle Cornhole Tournament and Fundraiser will be held Saturday, May 7, at The Cabin Whiskey and Grill, 9868 W. Northern Avenue, Peoria. The cornhole tournament is one of the many events created by Mariah’s Miracle, a Goodyear-based foundation establishing a fund to help Arizonan pediatric therapy patients and their families offset the cost of therapy and equipment that insurance does not otherwise provide. According to the nonprofit, 200 participants will let their bags fly at 2 p.m. while enjoying an outdoor lunch and drinks catered by The Cabin Whiskey and Grill. In addition to the tournament, raffle tickets are available to win a Pit Boss Smoker, among other items. Mariah’s Miracle was created in honor of pediatric physical therapist Mariah Devries, who died from cancer at age 26, two months after giving birth to her daughter, Clara. Mariah’s Miracle further expands the former Glendale resident’s life and legacy. “Mariah is smiling ear to ear, seeing how we are all working together to help children in her honor,” said Sharon McGarvey, Devries’ mother and treasurer of Mariah’s Miracle.
“She has always loved children and had big plans to help as many of them as possible. Mariah’s Miracle will provide a special way for Clara to understand the loving nature of Mama Mariah.” Participants and supporters will also meet Gio, the first grant recipient of Mariah’s Miracle. Gio was born three weeks early, after a high-risk pregnancy led to a traumatic birth that almost resulted in the loss of mother or son. Gio was born with plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and torticollis, which called for a DOC Band and physical therapy. “When AHCCCS denied the DOC Band Gio needed and told us an appeal would be a waste of time, I had lost all hope,” said Giovannah, Gio’s mother. “Cranial Technologies told us about Mariah’s Miracle, so I sent in my grant application with no expectations. Three days later, I received an email with an approval letter. I am still in shock. Things like this don’t happen to people like us.” Mariah’s Miracle President Jennifer Gile said the organization’s members are “blessed” to be able to grant Gio’s family the necessary funds for his DOC band. “The support we have received since establishing this foundation just last
year has been overwhelming,” Gio said. “We look forward to making a difference in many more children’s lives.” Since October 2021, Mariah’s Miracle has raised $62,000. The Cornhole Tournament and Fundraiser hopes to add an additional $20,000 to the fund, which will allow for the selection of at least 20 more grant recipients by year’s end. Several local companies have joined to sponsor Mariah’s Miracle Cornhole Tournament and Fundraiser. Each sponsor will be represented by custom cornhole boards featuring their logo. Sponsors include Makayla McGarvey Photography, AzOPT & Kids Place, Desert Diamond Casino, Desert Valley Pediatrics, Healthy Life Family Medicine, Heart and Soul Marketing, Desert Vista Dental, Exceptional Floor Covering, A Quality HVAC, H&B Builders, Monster Pool and Patio, Palm Valley Oral and MF Surgery, Phoenix West Commercial, Radiant Financial Group, Synergy PT and Thunderbird Custom Design.
Giovanni DeAnda Jr. is the first grant recipient of Mariah’s Miracle. The nonprofit further expands the life and legacy of Mariah Devries. (Mariah’s Miracle/Submitted)
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abbo Italian Eatery celebrated its 20th anniversary on April 7 with the grand opening of its Goodyear location and a Day of Giving to benefit the Seena Magowitz Foundation. The community came together to support the foundation, with all Babbo locations donating 100% of profits on April 7 in support of pancreatic cancer research. “We are so grateful to the community for their support of Babbo’s Day of Giving,” said Taylor Schultz, marketing director of Babbo Italian Eatery. “Our family is deeply invested in the mission, work and research of the Seena Magowitz Foundation. We honor those who have fought and who are still fighting pancreatic cancer.” The Seena Magowitz Foundation is a nonprofit committed to the awareness, prevention and cure of pancre-
Babbo’s 20th anniversary coincided with the opening of a Goodyear location and a Day of Giving to benefit the Seena Magowitz Foundation. (Babbo Italian Eatery/Submitted)
atic cancer. It works to fund the leading edge of translational pancreatic cancer re-
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Jose Armando "Ché" Morado was born to Amalia and Armando in the summer of 1987. Since then, his light has shone on everyone that crossed his path. On April 16, 2022, Ché suddenly passed away. All who knew him describe him as joyful, intelligent, funny, respectful, genuine and loving. Ché was an active member of his community, a 2005 graduate of Tolleson Union High School, attended Morado University, and was Barrio certified in auto body and paint. He was a successful manager for Warlord Games and their #1 sales agent for their North and South American territory. Ché's always been an adventurer, having previously lived in Peru and visited Ecuador, Bolivia, Mexico, and mostly recently England. Ché's life ended too soon. He brought so much joy to his family, friends and colleagues. Ché will most be remembered for his amazing smile and contagious laugh, which would instantly light up a room, and for his humor, his storytelling, and being helpful to all who needed it. Above all, Ché loved God and his familia. We hope he knew how much he was loved. Everyone was Che's favorite person and no one was ever hurt about it, because he was their favorite too. He made friends and touched lives everywhere he went, and his absence will weigh heavily on thousands of people across the globe. Ché leaves behind his parents Armando Morado and Amalia Marín, brothers Quelite, Adán and Emiliano (Vicky), sister Amérika (Lalo), along with 16 nieces and nephews whom he loved as his own: Cruz, Lexy, Lizette, Angelina, Bella, Jaelynn, Nehemiah, Bebé, Luna, Lucy, Benny, Quelite, Rayo, Adán, Leo, and Chris. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. We love you Ché, you will live on in our hearts forever.
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Wallace Stephen Karafa, 95, of Buckeye, Az, passed away in the early morning hours of 04/05/2022 at the home of his son Guy S. & Norma Karafa. Wallace was born June 04, 1926 to Stephen Karafa and Ethel Dougherty in Berwyn, Illinois. He was the youngest of four children. While still in high school, Wally joined the U.S. Navy, during World War 11. He served on the USS Chilton, and participated in landings at IE Shima and Okinawa. After returning from the war, he met Jocelyn Ann Zitt on a blind date. They married two years later on September 04, 1948. They were blessed with two sons, Guy and Troy. They've since been blessed with 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Wally worked as a flooring supervisor before retiring to Branson, Mo on Table Rock Lake where he enjoyed the best years of his life doing what he loved. Fishing and bowling. Wally is survived by his loving wife, Jocelyn Ann Karafa, his two sons, Guy Steven/Norma Karafa, and Troy Lawrence Karafa. Four grandchildren, Blair/Mindy Karafa, Tara/Alonzo Maestas, Jorie Karafa and Jessie Karafa. He is also survived by six great grandchildren. Wally was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Ethel, one brother, Edward Karafa and two sisters, Mabel Zelinski, and Jean Vicha. The family wishes to express thanks to Hospice of the Valley for caring for Wallace in his final days. Due to his desires, there will be no services held.
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many years from Area 4 Homicide/Violent Crime, before moving to Area 6 HVC. He worked on over 150 police shootings, as well as several thousand homicide and violent crimes cases over the course of his career. He was an avid Chicago White Sox fan, a devout Chicago Bears fan, and a prolific stock market investor. After retiring and moving to AZ his work in investments and across the stock market became his main passion. He loved Chicago-style Hot Dogs, Chocolate Milkshakes, and thin-crust sausage and onion pizzas. He was a proud registered Republican. Thomas is preceded in death by John Douglas Blomstrand (father), Viola Elizabeth Blomstrand (McGuire) (mother), Ronald Blomstrand (brother),and Cleo Blomstrand (wife). Thomas is survived by George Blomstrand (brother), John M. Blomstrand (son), Melissa Blomstrand-Diggins (daughter), and Brian Blomstrand (son). He is also survived by grandchildren: Haley Blomstrand, Jordan Blomstrand, Jillian Blomstrand, Cora Diggins, Jaxon Diggins, Dylan Blomstrand, Brendan Blomstrand and his dog, “Joe”. The family appreciates your kind thoughts during this difficult time.subject site.
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ith a passion for the outdoors and teaching others, Avondale resident Araceli Franco is on a mission to educate students of all ages on climate change and water awareness by creating lesson plans for schools across Arizona. “Ever since I was young, I loved being outside, whether it be swimming, biking, running, or anything that lets me be outdoors,” Franco said. “At the same time, I enjoyed teaching others what I knew about the outdoors, such as fun facts or information I learned at school.” When brainstorming ideas for her Girl Scout Gold Award proj- An 11th grader at BASIS Goodyear, Araceli Franco is ect, Franco researched resources on track to graduate early with 14 AP classes under available for teachers that are her belt and with plans to go to college in Califorlooking to cover climate change nia to earn her master’s degree in computer science and engineering. (Girl Scouts/Submitted) and water awareness in their classrooms — and found nothing. climate change and water awareness “I looked over state standards and education for students in grades K-12. noticed that the information needed to To help introduce these subjects to teach these topics was practically non- class curriculums and provide general existent,” Franco said. education on these important topics, For her project, titled “The Young Franco created complete lesson plans Generation of Changers,” Franco cre- for teachers, students, educators and ated a website to tackle the lack of parents.
“My lesson plans include Quizlet sets, jeopardy-inspired games, crossword puzzles, presentations and engagement sheets,” Franco said. Franco’s Gold Award project is sure to make waves as it looks to impact 29,929 students across Arizona with plans to be utilized in the spring curriculum of two Arizona high schools, an Arizona college, the Strong TIES organization and the Girl Scout Parsons Leadership Center program center. To earn a Gold Award, the highest honor as a Girl Scout, a girl must identify a problem in her community and create a sustainable solution that provides a lasting impact. These projects not only make a change in communities, but Girl Scout Gold Awardees are
also more likely to fill leadership roles at work and in their personal lives, according to recent research. A Girl Scout of 11 years, the organization has remained a constant in Franco’s life, teaching her important life lessons to shape the person she is today. “Girl Scouts has taught me that my voice can make an impact on the community around me. This has been the biggest impact on my life,” Franco said. By using her voice, Franco became a problem solver and enacted her Gold Award project plan to perfection, making connections with individuals
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the program to expand to other schools in the district. “We would like it to continue to serve more and more students,” he said. “So really focusing on finding ways to develop the talents and the critical thinking abilities of all students, not just those identified as gifted. I want to see the kids in the program continue to develop leadership skills and make a positive impact, and see those students develop their talents. There’s a continuum from novice to expert, and I would like to see them move all the way over to that expert column.” The program identifies and develops gifted students; however, McIntosh assured that the children aren’t isolated and everyone has the opportunity to be part of the program. “They’re not separated in any way, and because of that we’ve been able to identify kids that were not on our radar as far as being students who might be gifted because we’ve seen them
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really grasp a concept that they were exposed to and it really is all about opportunity and exposure to rigorous learning and critical thinking,” McIntosh said. In his first year with Desert Star, McIntosh said it’s been an easy transition, thanks to the students and teachers who have been receptive to him. “As far as the staff, they are just a solid team. They work together so well,” he said. “They’re very collegial and open to change, supportive of each other. And the students are just fantastic. They’re curious. They’re excited about learning and also open to change and open to new experiences.” McIntosh said he’s excited about the program’s growth. “We’re trying to grow the next generation of leaders,” he said. “We want to see them grow and blossom. We know that they’re going to be leading this country and our communities one day, and we want them to be prepared.” puter science and engineering. For any changemakers who are on their Gold Award journey or look to start one soon, Franco encourages them to take the lead and never be afraid to ask for help. “For the Gold Award, you will need the help of others,” Franco said. “You will surprise yourself at the resources accessible to you when you call someone and ask for their advice. Don’t be afraid to meet new people and see how you could help one another.”
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