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June 22, 2022

Missing geologist will be remembered at Capitol BY SUMMER AGUIRRE

West Valley View Staff Writer

eologist Daniel C. Robinson went missing in Buckeye nearly a year ago, June 23, 2021. To honor and bring awareness to Daniel and all other missing persons, “A Day of Remembrance” will be held from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at the House and Senate lawns of the Arizona State Capitol. Presented by Daniel’s father, David Robinson II, and his team at Please Help Find Daniel, the event will also offer community resources to support families with missing loved ones. “The Day of Remembrance is two days after the anniversary date of when my son went missing,” David said. “So, it’s very difﬁcult for our family, just realizing that it’s going on a year that Daniel’s been missing. I’ve been searching for my son since June 25 last year (and have) grown a passion for helping other families. So, June 25 is very important for us — not just for my family, as well as other families who are suffering just as much as we are.” Open to the public, the remembrance is rooted in David’s desire to give back to the community that helped him search for his son.

Other families in the same situation can share their stories, meet other relatives of missing persons, and connect with foundations that can help them access supplies and support for their searches. Nonproﬁts, law enforcement, politicians and volunteers are expected to attend. “I can say it’s a tragedy to even go through this because you never know,” David said. “One day you’re at home and the next day you get that call and you’re in Arizona for a year to go ﬁnd your son. So, a lot of family members go through that, a lot of families all over this country, as well as the state of Arizona. “Families who don’t get their word out there, they don’t get their name, recognition, or nothing about their case. (The remembrance) is a good opportunity for families to be able to do that, come together, and get close to those resources they may need.”

Daniel’s disappearance Daniel was 24 years old when he went missing on a gloomy Wednesday in late

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A Capitol event will honor Daniel Robinson and other missing persons. (David Robinson II/Submitted)

FirstBank supports WNBA star’s shoe drive BY JORDAN ROGERS

West Valley View Staff Writer

s the Phoenix Mercury and fans across the country await the safe return of WNBA superstar Brittney Griner, the community continues Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive. To continue the momentum the community has shepherded, Mercury partner FirstBank is showing its support by hosting collection bins at Valley branch loca-

tions for fans to donate new or gently used shoes. Branch locations located in Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale and Sun City West. “Being the ofﬁcial bank of the Phoenix Mercury means more than supporting the team when it comes to game time, but also doing what we can to amplify our community impact,” said Joel Johnson, East Val-

ley market president at FirstBank. “With bank branches across the Valley, we decided to act on our motto of ‘banking for good’ to offer our locations as additional drop-off locations for (Griner’s) Heart and Sole Shoe Drive to help make this year’s campaign as successful as possible.” With help from fans and teams around the WNBA and NBA, the drive has col-

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Daniel...continued from page 1 June of last year. A staff hydrogeologist for Matrix New World Engineering, his job requires him to oversee sites in remote desert locations. The day of his disappearance, he was assigned to work on a well project outside of Buckeye, west of Sun Valley Parkway and just north of Cactus Road. He arrived at the site around 9 a.m. and was seen driving his 2017 Jeep Renegade farther west into the desert shortly thereafter. Daniel did not tell anyone where he was going or why, said Sgt. Zachary Astrup of the Buckeye Police Department at the time. This was the last time he was seen or heard from. Around a month later, on July 19, 2021, a rancher discovered Daniel’s Jeep on his property approximately 4 miles southwest of the job site. The vehicle was found on its side in a ravine, airbags deployed and personal belongings at the scene.

The investigation continues David has been conducting searches for his son since the day he went missing. He made the move from the family’s hometown of Columbia, South Carolina, to Phoenix on June 26, 2021, three days after Daniel disappeared. He has not left the city nor ceased looking for his son. In a statement, David said that he has since formed desert and city searches covering over 32,000 acres of desert land and hundreds of blocks in Arizona cities. He has also distributed thousands of ﬂiers nationwide. His efforts have unearthed clues and items of interest possibly pertaining to other crimes in the area So, they have possibly brought closure to those who may have been searching for their loved ones. Through this experience, he became passionate about ﬁnding ways to assist families with similar circumstances. He founded the Daniel Robinson Foundation, which is still in its infancy. “I couldn’t ignore the fact that there are other families hurting,” David said. “I talk to them all the time — I’m human, I feel their pain, and I want to give back and do something about it as much as I can.”

NEWS The foundation helps provide drones and search parties, distribute fliers and obtain media coverage. David doesn’t want another family to experience the difficulties or have the “same kind of worries I had just trying to find my son.” Moving forward, he will continue to develop the foundation and push for more searches for the geologist.

Driven and passionate Daniel, the youngest of four, has twin sisters and a brother. He was born without a right forearm or hand, but despite that disadvantage, his father said that he kept up with his siblings and constantly challenged himself. For Daniel, it was normal. After graduating high school, he attended the College of Charleston and chose to study geology his freshman year. There, he founded a fraternity and graduated with honors in 2019. “He has aspirations to do business, to do entrepreneurship, but also ‘become a millionaire,’ in his words, before he turned 30,” David said. “Daniel is always on that goal and that mindset.”

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Daniel relocated to Arizona once he was hired by Matrix New World Engineering, settling in Tempe. David said his son loves the area since it’s “an ideal place for geology.” “He’s always really a friendly person,” David said. “If you get to know him, he’s always around a bunch of friends, as well as he’s a person that kind of bridges the gap between family members.” “(We) deﬁnitely had to have the remembrance, it’s one of those things that has been inspired by Daniel,” he added. “Basically, the person that he is, he wanted to do things for others.”

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he Aug. 2 primary election publicity pamphlet will be in Avondale voters’ mailboxes in early July. It’s also available online now at avondaleaz.gov/elections. It serves as a guide to voter resources and information about the election. Within this pamphlet is helpful general

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Littleton to destroy 2016 special education records BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

he Littleton Elementary School District in Avondale will destroy all special education records of former students who discontinued special education services, withdrew, transferred or graduated in 2016.

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Founded in 2016, Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive came about when the 6-foot-9 athlete was driving home after practice and saw unhoused people in the Arizona summer without shoes. Subsequently, Brittney Griner drove with shoes in the trunk of her car in case she saw someone in need. (Barry Gossage/Phoenix Mercury)

Shoe...continued from page 1 lected more than 500 pairs of shoes and raised more than $12,000 for the Phoenix Rescue Mission, making it the most successful drive since its ﬁrst go in 2016. The drive will continue through the 2022 season, and, in addition to FirstBank branches, fans can bring donations to all Mercury home games or to the Team Shop at Footprint Center during business hours. “We say all the time that what separates our fans is how supportive they are of our mission, on and off the court, and that’s true of our partners as well,” Phoenix Mercury President Vince Kozar said. “FirstBank’s commitment to BG’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive is further demonstration of the alignment between our two organizations and our shared desire to make a difference in the Valley — and this time it’s inspired by Brittney.” Founded in 2016, Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive came about when the 6-foot-9 athlete was driving home after practice and saw unhoused people in the Arizona summer without shoes. Subsequently, Griner drove with shoes in the trunk of her car in case she saw someone in need.

Inspired by Griner’s idea, the Mercury established a shoe drive with the help of local nonproﬁt Phoenix Rescue Mission, engaging its X-Factor fan base and Griner’s teammates. It was nonoperational in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, but the drive helped nearly 2,000 Phoenicians in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. On June 14, a Russian court extended Griner’s detention through Saturday, July 2. She has been held in Russia since February after she was stopped at a Moscow airport after authorities claimed she was carrying vape cartridges containing cannabis oil. Griner’s agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, issued a statement on Twitter. “Today’s extension is just further reinforcement that Brittney Griner — an Olympian and an American citizen — is being used as a political pawn. Her detention is inhumane and unacceptable. She has not had a single phone call in her 117 days of wrongful detention, and we call on @POTUS (President Joe Biden) and @VP (Vice President Kamala Harris) to act with urgency and do whatever it takes to bring Brittney home immediately. “We must ﬁght for (Griner) like family because as an American, she is all of ours. #WeAreBG.”

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Teacher Erin Juarez honored for ‘strong work ethic’ BY RON SANZONE

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uckeye special education teacher Erin Juarez was recognized by a national organization as the Southwest region’s teacher of the year. Philadelphia-based Special Education Services Inc. bestowed that honor upon her for her work during the 202122 school year. Juarez, who has taught kindergarten through fourth grade special education for four years at Sierra School of Liberty, was nominated for the award by her supervisor for her strong work ethic. She was emotional when she learned that her hard work and commitment to improving her students’ lives had been recognized and validated by SESI. “I’ve gone above and beyond (in my work) and have really pushed these students more than some have ever been pushed to excel,” she said. Teaching special education is challenging. Some of Juarez’s students are autistic, others have emotional needs, and still others have disabilities. “Every kid is different and at different levels of their understanding,” she said. “Every kid can learn. It’s just finding the right way for them to learn.” While the difficulties of working as a special education teacher may sometimes seem outsized, so too can the intangible rewards of the profession. Reflecting on how she and her colleagues helped a third grade student two years behind in his math skills catch up to his grade level, Juarez cited the selfless satisfaction she and others can take in the accomplishments of young learners. She loves to “see the pride students get when they see results. … They can go tell their parents what they have achieved.” Juarez is the first teacher from Sierra to win SESI’s teacher of the year award. The school, which is on the campus of Freedom Elementary School in Buckeye and partners with local school districts, is one of SESI’s 95 member schools in the United States.

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Erin Juarez teaches special education in Buckeye. (Cassandra Tomei/Submitted)

Sierra’s model for teaching is rotational. Students work with different teachers at different points of the school day. The learning process is also supplemented by technology-based educational tools. That Juarez would one day be a part of that process was far from predetermined. After completing her college education, Juarez went to work in the behavioral health field in California. Her work eventually brough her into contact with the field of special education. She recalls recognizing that “this is what I want to do” and then returned to college to get the necessary certification to teach. Juarez’s role will expand next year to teaching students from kindergarten to fifth grade. She will continue to play a pivotal role in her students’ development — but not alone. As honored as she is by SESI’s recognition, she is fully cognizant that positive results in special education can only come from the active participation of all parties involved: teachers, students and parents. “Most people don’t realize how much of a team we are,” she said.

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Breakfast leaves commissioners moved BY SUPERVISOR CLINT HICKMAN DISTRICT 4 Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

t’s been a hell of a couple years. And it can be easy to get discouraged, to lose the faith, to think that people aren’t as good as they used to be. But if you look for the good, you’ll probably find it. On a recent Wednesday morning, in a Black Bear Diner, I did. And it was profoundly moving. You see, at least a couple of times a year, I go out to breakfast with a group of constables who serve the West Valley. Like law enforcement officers around the country, their job has gotten harder, not easier. Folks are on edge. And the men and women who serve and protect our community feel that tension every day. So, I have a running breakfast with six constables to hear about their frustrations and successes and to see if there’s any support I can offer as a county supervisor. It’s not all heavy stuff, of course. We share stories and trade laughs. We eat good food. It’s always worthwhile. If it were up to me, I’d foot the bill every time. But these guys won’t have it, so we trade off paying. Well, recently at the Black Bear Diner in Goodyear — stuffed from their signature “Volcano” breakfast of pancakes, sausage, bacon, and eggs — it was my turn to pay, so I grabbed my wallet and headed over to the waitress

to account for the damage. When I asked for the check, she told me I owed nothing, that another customer had paid our bill. I was shocked. Really, I said? Someone looked over at our motley crew of six constables and one chicken farmer and covered the whole tab? It was over $100. I have to tell you, I got a little emotional. Because it’s been a hell of a couple years. For doing my job — certifying a free and fair election and implementing recommended public health measures during a pandemic — I’ve been physically and verbally threatened. Protesters have come after my family. People I used to consider friends have said terrible things about me and questioned my integrity. And those six constables — Christopher, Scott, Lennie, Darren, Jon and Mike — they get nothing but abuse as they try to honorably serve their community and uphold our laws. I know they’re not alone. Law enforcement across the country has a growing target on their backs, and it’s not fair. Sometimes it feels like there’s no end in sight and we all just have to suck it up and move forward. And maybe we harden ourselves a little bit, expecting the worst, bracing for a fight. Every single day. So, when the good comes, it’s almost overwhelming. Times are hard and budgets are tight,

Supervisor Clint Hickman goes to breakfast a couple of times a year with a group of constables who serve the West Valley. (Clint Hickman/Submitted)

so to have a stranger look at us and decide we were worth their hard-earned money, that’s amazing to me. I don’t know if it was a show of support for law enforcement or just a random act of kindness, but it softened me a bit and made me reflect on how good the people of Maricopa County are. I wanted to share this story, not just

to say thank you to the customer who paid our bill, but in hopes of inspiring all of you to take the time to do something good for others. I can tell you those small things can have a big impact, and if enough of us prioritize them, maybe we’ll see we’re not so divided, not so broken, not so different after all.

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Mark Kelly risks losing his job in November

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JUNE 22, 2022

BY J.D. HAYWORTH

West Valley View Columnist

riple-digit temperatures reinforce the reality of a four-letter word widely employed in Arizona at this time of year. H-E-A-T. That warm feeling outside doesn’t necessarily prompt a good feeling inside, as both desert dwellers and politicians can attest. In fact, candidates for public office admit privately that it always seems hotter in even-numbered years. That’s because they know voters will render a verdict and select party nominees in the primaries that await in August. And no candidate feels the heat more than Arizona’s junior senator. No, Mark Kelly isn’t in danger of losing the Democrat nomination to keep his job, but he is in danger of losing that job altogether in the November general election. One of his “references” is proving problematic. That would be the former senator who now finds himself at the other end of Pennsylvania Avenue. Joe Biden flew over Arizona in Air Force One recently, en route to California and a sit-down interview with ex-ASU student-and-current-Democrat-activist-also-known-as-a -talkshow-host Jimmy Kimmel. Imagine Mark Kelly’s reaction when he heard Ol’ Joe say to the formerly funny-now-bitterly-partisan-late-night-emcee: “48 out of 50 senators vote with me 95% of the time!” The astronaut-turned-senator must have recalled his space shuttle simulators warning of imminent disaster — alarms sounding, malfunction lights flashing, and a brightly lit big red button: ABORT. For Kelly, the leader of his party was simply confirming what the National Republican Senatorial Committee has been pointing out in TV ads. As you might expect, the NRSC is focusing exclusively on Kelly’s votes, discov-

ering that Mark clings to Joe as closely as a shadow, supporting the Biden agenda fully 97% of the time. Forgive the energetic contingent of GOP candidates seeking to replace Mark Kelly if they all paraphrase a notable quote from NASA History: “Arizona, we have a problem!” And to Kelly, who is burning through a considerable chunk of campaign cash with ads of his own, claiming that he’s a “practical problem solver,” the basic challenge is clear. He is seeking a solution for his own survivability… politically speaking. What’s a worried junior senator to do? Previous columns have noted the need for Kelly to employ his astronaut training and execute a “course correction” to prevent an electoral crash and burn. Just as earthbound explorers look to the North Star for navigational assistance, one of Kelly’s colleagues from the Northeast provides an instructive yet cautionary example. When Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-NH) formally filed for re-election, she employed an imaginary tool — a rhetorical “file,” trying to metaphorically weaken the bars of the “Joe Biden Holding Cell” from which she, Mark Kelly and other embattled Democrats must escape. New Hampshire’s junior senator didn’t mention Biden by name, but she made clear what she thinks will separate her from the Biden Bunch. “What I’ve been pushing for is, among other things, suspending the gas tax. That helps put some more money in people’s pockets. I’m pushing the administration to support that. They haven’t yet, and that’s frustrating,” Hassan said. But voters are even more frustrated and will likely view these “eleventh hour departures” from the Biden Agenda with considerable skepticism. We’ve been told that Mark Kelly is a “man of action.” Can he morph into a “man of acting”? Kelly may find himself following the apocryphal guidance of the wizened old talent agent who advised a young client of the key to suc-

cess. “Sincerity, kid… that’s the secret! Once you learn to fake that, you got it made!” There’s no doubting the fact that Mark Kelly sincerely wants to remain in the Senate, but unless he can convince Arizona voters of his independence from Joe Biden, he will face the

unpleasantness of another four-letter word on Nov. 9. Getting B-E-A-T. 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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Editors: George Soros-backed progressive, leftist district attorneys have created a dangerous environment of lawlessness in our cities. Concerned more about coddling violent criminals than protecting average Americans, progressive DAs have eliminated cash bails, reduced sentences for violent crime, ignored shameless shoplifting, facilitated drug use, and given probation to violent criminals. This progressive ideology has led to signiﬁcant increases in crime in all categories. On June 14, two El Monte policemen were killed by a violent criminal who was out on probation due to an order given from Los Angeles’ DA, George Gascon. This action combined with many similar outrageous actions by Mr. Gascon has resulted in him being up for recall. In San Francisco, another pro-

gressive DA, Chesa Boudin, son of convicted Weather Underground terrorists, has been recalled because parts of San Francisco have been overtaken by drug addicts, open looting, and dangerous criminals let out on parole. In their supposed quest to reform the criminal justice system, progressive DAs in various cities have actually failed to perform their primary duty of protecting the public to promote bizarre notions of social justice. Their disregard for public safety reﬂects a callousness and arrogance that is symptomatic of ideologically driven leftists. Igor Shpudejko Goodyear

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BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

fter a few thousand miles this year spent driving Arizona’s interstates, I’ve come to a conclusion: There are two kinds of people left in this fine nation of ours. People who slap bumper stickers on their car. And normal people. As someone who belongs to the latter group, I’ve spent many a mile wondering (a) why anyone feels compelled to tell the driving public how strongly they feel about this or that politician, religious figure or college sports team and (b) why it seems that certain vehicles inevitably sport certain opinions? I mean, does Subaru apply the “Coexist” bumper sticker standard at the factory or is it an after-market option? Then there’s Leibowitz’s First Law of Vehicular Dynamics: the higher the lifted pickup truck, the greater the like-

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lihood of you coming eye level with an anti-Biden sticker or that old standby, “Don’t Blame Me. I Voted For Trump.” In 2017, a seller of cheap auto insurance commissioned a survey of more than 2,000 U.S. drivers and arrived at a total I don’t believe in the slightest: that 50% of men have bumper stickers on their vehicles versus 63% of women. The same survey put Arizona toward the lower end of likelihood to sport a bumper sticker by state, i.e, somewhere between 55% and 60% of drivers. Personally, my gut says the bumper sticker brigade is less than 20% of the population, with maybe half of those making some overt political statement. Of course, the survey above was completed in 2017. Ever since, America has been hurtling at an exponential clip toward blatant insanity. In my house, my parents raised us with a simple mantra I’ve mentioned before: “It’s one thing to be an idiot, but it’s another to open your mouth and prove it to

everyone.” Bumper stickers fly in the face of that edict, which is surely the point. Once upon a time, we kept potentially controversial opinions to ourselves, because we didn’t know whom we might offend. Now? We adorn our bumpers precisely in the hopes of “owning the libs” or sparking a case of “MAGA Madness.” The nastier the saying, the prouder the driver. I’ve started keeping a list: “I Support Global Warming,” with an arrow directed toward the exhaust pipe of a massive Silverado. “My Other Ride Is Your Mom.” “I’m Anti-Trump Because I’m Anti-Stupid.” Then, not even a half hour later on a Range Rover speeding up the 17: “Does The Ass Make My SUV Look Big,” with a goofy mugshot of old Joe Biden. I’ve tried to imagine which cause circa 2022 would so motivate me that I’d feel compelled to advertise it to the world at 75 miles per hour. It wouldn’t be political; there’s not a politician or

political party in existence for which I’d risk my Kelley Blue Book resale value. The same goes for allegiance to sports franchises and dog breeds, and my stances on social issues like guns, abortion, gay rights and tolerance. It’s not that I don’t feel strongly about such things, because I do. But I feel with equal passion that I don’t want to be defined by five or six words on the back of my car, a pithy blasphemy that virtually every other occupant of the freeway will either hate or ignore completely. Bumper stickers today advertise our belonging to certain clubs, and I’ve never been much of a joiner. Though there is one bumper sticker I saw and thought about buying, because I agree with it wholeheartedly. “I Was Convinced By A Bumper Sticker,” goes the saying, “Said No One Ever.” Probably written by some driver’s really smart honor student. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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We’re losing concentration from swimming in tech BY JUDY BLUHM

West Valley View Columnist

hat do you have in common with a goldfish? Evidently, more than you could ever imagine. Scientists now claim that the average adult’s attention span is eight seconds. A goldfish? Nine seconds. Which has me thinking that some researchers (nuts) are having a swimmingly fine time getting grants to conduct studies that are so preposterous that only a goldfish would believe it! Well, I am not taking the bait! Yes, dear readers, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, humans cannot seem to pay attention. OK, so we multitask, and then there is the fact that we have more content

available to us on the internet than ever thought to be humanly possible. Just 25 years ago, we did not have Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or Google! The amount of “external stimulation” seems to make us focus less and become distracted more easily. Well, when the average adult checks their phones for calls, emails, Facebook and texts 150 times a day, no wonder a goldfish has a longer attention span! Yikes! It is a wonder we get anything done! I thought I would conduct my own experiment. I decided to go outside and trim my bushes for 10 minutes. Certainly, I can do this simple task. So I start clipping away. In doing so, I find a pair of gloves on the ground and pick them up to place on my husband’s workbench in the garage. There, in the midst of his clutter, I find my good

tongs that belong in the kitchen! I take them inside to the kitchen sink and realize I have a coffee cup to rinse out. While doing that, I hear the phone buzz and get a text that a colleague emailed me a contract. Then I check my email. And so it goes. I happen to know first-hand about goldfish since I used to keep them in my horse troughs because they eat the algae. I do not think it is fair to compare a human (with our superior intelligence) to a fish that doesn’t have much brainpower! The scientists who conducted this research define “attention span” as the amount of concentrated time on one task without being distracted. OK, but who is calling, texting or tweeting a fish? Of course they can concentrate! What else do they have to do? It does seem that we humans have a

problem with “information overload.” When is the last time you sat down and watched a television program and did nothing else? There is a load of laundry to put in, dinner to prepare, emails to look at, mail to open. Imagine going back to enjoying quiet time and simple pleasures. Turning off the phone. Living in the moment! Yet this may be difficult, since one scientist claims, “The technology genie is out of the bottle and there is no going back.” Oh, and about those goldfish. Some people may fall hook, line and sinker for that “research” about a nine-second attention span. I have bigger fish to fry! Like trying to do one simple thing at a time! Until next week… happy concentrating. Judy Bluhm is a writer and local Realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email Judy at judy@ judybluhm.com.

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ith a population of over 7,000 people, the city of Tolleson continues as a hotspot for distribution centers and warehouses. This week, we’ll look at two buildfor-rent communities, one of which is Tolleson’s first.

Moderne at Roosevelt Location: North 96th Avenue and West Pierce Street, Tolleson Argosy Real Estate Partners, in partnership with Moderne Communities, has acquired an approximately 14-acre, fully entitled site for the ground-up development of Moderne at Roosevelt, a

185-unit single-family build-for-rent community. Upon completion, the project will feature a mix of detached single-story one-, two- and three-bedroom homes. Each unit will include a washer and dryer, quartz countertops, vinyl plank flooring, private gated backyards with pet door access, and a smart home technology package. The project will also have common area amenities including a resort style pool, fitness center, clubhouse, barbecue area, game lawn, dog park, pocket parks and electric car charging stations. Randy Bury, founder and president of Moderne Communities, said the

homes, community amenities and the location are what makes Moderne at Roosevelt special. The homes feature a contemporary architecture design within a secure gated community. Most of the homes do not share walls, except for the one-bedroom units, which share one wall. This is especially attractive to people who want more privacy and a quieter environment compared to traditional garden-style apartments available for rent. The community is located within 1/4 mile of the I-10 interchange, which provides easy access to the major West Valley employers as well as retail shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Moderne at Roosevelt will be an ideal for residents who are commuting to work or working from home. “The city of Tolleson’s pro-growth attitude and low impact fees provide an environment that encourages outof-the-box thinking in community and product development,” Bury said. “I believe we’ll continue to see a mix of new commercial and residential developments planned and developed in Tolleson in the near future.” There is no estimated completion date for the property.

Villages at Paseo de Luces Location: Northeast corner of 99th Avenue and Van Buren Street, Tolleson The Village at Paseo de Luces is the first build-for-rent community in Tolleson, and it is targeted to begin leasing later this year. The gated 272-unit single-family rental community will offer one-, twoand three-bedroom homes that will all include private backyards. On 22 acres, Paseo de Luces will feature design elements such as Spanish

tiles and pavers to honor the area’s heritage and history. Community amenities will include a dog park and wash, community pool and barbecue area, and fitness center. Empire Group partner Randy Grudinski said it’s important for the project to blend with the heritage of the local community. With the Villages at Paseo de Luces, developers have decided to incorporate accents of the Spanish styles, such as illustrations on the walls in the clubhouse and fitness center. Tolleson is one of the densest job areas in the Valley. It’s home to warehouses like the Amazon fulfillment center and Costco distribution center, and Grudinski said he believes they’re filling a niche in Tolleson. “We felt like it was a great option for that area to give both young families on one end, as well as empty nesters, on the other end, the option to have a home without a mortgage, something that they can just rent and have that degree of flexibility. And so, this offers them a really nice option.” He continued that the Villages at Paseo de Luces were designed to be accessible for day-to-day commuters. “By having a community like this right in the center of all those distribution centers, it makes it a lot easier for people to live right in the heart of Tolleson and not have to commute in from outside, because it’s just a couple streetlights away from the I-10.” A completion date is yet to be scheduled.

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EI Co-Op was named the most sustainable supply chain at Momentum 2022, Manhattan Associates Inc.’s annual customer event. The company was honored for building its Goodyear Distribution Center, the ﬁrst to achieve LEED Platinum certiﬁcation and Net Zero Energy, and its ongoing commitment to building and operating earth-friendly stores and distribution centers. The Spotlight on Innovation Awards was held May 23 to May 25 in Florida. These annual awards recognize customers that drive innovation and sustainability and showcase exceptional business results. A panel of Manhattan Associates executives selected customers that grew their business, improved their customer experience and drove change in their industries using Manhattan Associates’ solutions. “Manhattan is committed to delivering innovative and industry-leading solutions that enable our customers to deliver outstanding omnichannel experiences,” said Bob Howell, executive vice president, Americas, Manhattan Associates. “The past few years have led to the supply chain becoming more critical and complicated, so it is important for

us to recognize our customers who are transforming the industry.” Other winners were: • Best Customer Experience: Pacsun for delivering hyperpersonalized shopping experiences through leading-edge technology. • Most Uniﬁed Supply Chain: RNDC for standardizing systems and operations across its broad distribution network. • Most Advanced Application of Technology: DHL for accelerating the integration of advanced robotics and automation into its distribution centers. • Inventory Innovator: Sysco for achieving exceptional cost savings through cutting-edge inventory optimization. • TMS Innovation Leader: Raia Drogasil for unifying their distribution and logistics management to achieve unparalleled efﬁciency and visibility. • Outstanding Women in Supply Chain Leader: Heather Zenk of AmerisourceBergen for leading the company’s COVID-19 response team, and helping the organization and its manufacturing partners navigate the pandemic’s many challenges. As part of the award, Manhattan Associates will make a donation to the charity of each winner’s choosing.

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Legendary track coach honored at Westview BY NOAH VELASCO

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fter dedicating more than 30 years teaching and coaching Westview High School students, coach Cranston “Crannie” Hysong was immortalized at the track where he brought so much success. Recently, Westview High School unveiled its new name, Hysong Track, to honor the coach who died June 6, 2021. “It means a great deal because we both have been there since we opened the school in ’89,” said Sue Hysong, his wife and Westview track and field coach. “So it’s a huge honor. I think it shows respect from the people who work to get it named.” Hysong Track is only the second field in Tolleson to be dedicated. Hysong got his start in teaching in 1965 at Las Vegas’ Clark County School District. The following year, Hysong moved to Winslow, where he spent 15 years as a teacher and coach. In 1979, he won National Region 8 Coach of the Year. Eventually landing in the Tolleson Union School District in 1981, Hysong continued to teach and coach at Tolleson Union High School. Once Westview High School opened in 1989, Crannie and Sue were brought on to teach and coach track. Throughout his coaching career, Hysong accumulated a list of accolades, winning nine region titles, four state runner-up titles and five state championships. As an individual, Hysong was named AZ region coach of the year three times and played a major role in the Arizona Interscholastic Association State Track Meet. In 2017, he was selected as a member of the Arizona High School Athletic Coaches Hall of Fame. Hysong even coached his son,

Nick, to a gold medal in the pole vault at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. After his teaching career ended in 2001, Hysong remained a track and field coach, specializing in pole vault, before retiring in 2020. “(Hysong’s) a great coach,” current boys track and field coach William Chaffee said. “But he was also a better friend, not only to his athletes but to the coaches around them.” Chaffee was a former athlete under Hysong before coaching alongside him for six years. A man of faith, Hysong was well respected as a church leader. He is one of the original members of Christ’s Church of the Valley, which has 13 locations across Phoenix and the surrounding area. “He’s not only a big name in the track community, but he’s also a man of faith and kind of brings that into his coaching philosophy,” Chaffee said. “He’s just a great guy to be around. He kind of made everyone better around, not only the kids but the coaches.” Sue’s coaching career is just as Westview High School unveiled its track’s new name in honor of coach Cranston “Crannie” impressive. Her accoldates include Hysong, who died June 6, 2021. (Westview High School/Submitted) 10 region and four state titles, state coach of the year twice and the their parents have accomplished, too,” legacy built by the Hysongs. AIA’s Outstanding Leadership in Ath- Sue said. “Even though it’s named, you “It’s well deserved for his entire famletics Award. know, Hysong, they were all a part of ily,” Chaffee said. “Just the Hysong She and Crannie are the only hus- it.” name alone, they have so many accoband-wife duo to be in the Arizona The Hysong family is connected lades in athletics, but it’s awesome to High School Athletic Coaches Hall of with TUSD in other ways. have younger kids understand how big Fame. “The whole Hysong family is very they were in the ’90s and even now, Sue said she believes the new name connected in Tolleson Union. Ev- and how their name will always be of the track will have a big impact on eryone knows the Hysong name in connected to Westview. the community. Tolleson and around the state,” Chaffee “They basically opened Westview “For those athletes who have been said. “So, it’s great to put Tolleson on and won all those titles when they first in the past, it helps them reflect back, the map.” started, and that legacy hopefully will and for their kids that are there now, it Chaffee hopes that the new name of keep there for there until it closes, or gives them their perspective of what the track will carry on the shimmering never will.”

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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@TimesLocalMedia.com

Seashell Picture Frame Craft

JUNE 23 Adults 18 and older are encouraged to get their craft on at the Litchfield Park Library. Learn to make a cool seaside picture frame for treasured photos, with all supplies ready and provided. Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, 2 to 3 p.m., free, 602-6523000, mcldaz.org

Palm Valley Sunrise Shootout

JUNE 24 Get ready for a sunrise shoot out on the green. Ticket comes with drinks, breakfast, and prizes to be won. Palm Valley Golf Club, 2211 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, 7:30 a.m. to noon, $69 general admission, $35 annual pass, palmvalleygolf.com

JUNE 25 Watch as a brilliant mad scientist gives hands-on demonstrations and shows off a variety of insane experiments. Teach the kids about science and spark their imagination while taking an hour off to yourself. Includes a kids menu item with the entry price. The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, 5 to 6 p.m., $15 per child, wigwamarizona.com

Mermaid Training

JUNE 25 Experience the magic and wonderment of a mermaid’s life as this class takes kids through the ins and outs of what it’s like to be a mermaid — tail and all. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8. The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., free, wigwamarizona.com

ideas, discuss business experiences, and look at trends with other like-minded individuals. Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye, 6 to 7 p.m., free, buckeyeaz.gov

Dino Crew: Dinosaur Adventures

JUNE 29 Show kids of any age the world of dinosaurs. Come by and meet the ancient kings of the prehistoric world and learn about their past in an hour of dino fun. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, 301 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, 2 to 3 p.m., free, avondalelibrary.org

Device Advice Appointments

JUNE 27 Everyone struggles with basic technology at some point in their life, whether it’s a new phone, a software change or an update. The library is offering help figuring out technology person to person in scheduled appointments for those having trouble. Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 1 to 3 p.m., free, 623-333-2602, avondalelibrary.org

Eon Monday Night Meetup

JUNE 27 No matter what stage someone is in their life, there’s always more to learn in business. Each Monday night, share

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JUNE 22, 2022 with all the essentials in one place. Fireworks, food, live music, games, and JUNE 29 Work on something crafty and spend crafts for the kids. Admission is completely free. time with fellow crafters at the library. Bring your own materials and coffee mug. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie JohnInstruction books are provided for those son Drive, Avondale, 5 to 9 p.m., without something specific already in free admission, avondaleaz.gov mind. There’s no registration, so join in on the fun whenever you like. Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, 623-333-2602, avondalelibrary.org

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Tabletop Games

JUNE 30 Each week, try to best the librarians in a different tabletop game. Win the tournament and find out who the board game master is. Winners get their choice of a gift card for Amazon, Dutch Bros, or something from the snack box. Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, 2 to 4 p.m., free, avondalelibrary.org

STEAM Family Fun

Wigglers and Walkers

JUNE 29 Babies, toddlers and their caretakers are invited to come to the library for rhymes, short stories and language enrichment. Boost their mental development and give the kids some playtime afterward. Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, 11:15 a.m. to noon, free, avondalelibrary.org

JUNE 30 Engage in hands-on activities with the family that promote open-ended solutions, creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, 2 to 3 p.m., 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org

Avondale Light up the Sky Celebration

JULY 2 Join the Independence Day celebration

Buckeye Independence Day Celebration

JULY 2 Pull out the blanket and chairs and enjoy Independence Day at Buckeye, tailgate style. Tons of food trucks and vendors will be showing up as well with goodies for the family. Buckeye Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Road, Buckeye, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., free admission, 623-3496323, buckeyeaz.gov

Goodyear Star-Spangled Fourth Event

JULY 4 Goodyear celebrates the Fourth of July this year with two live bands, food and drink giveaway, bounce houses and family fun. Of course, the event will be capped off with mesmerizing fireworks across the night sky. Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, 6 to 9:30 p.m., free admission, goodyearaz.gov

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Dr. Gasser is changing lives 1 smile at a time BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

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Gratifying” is a word Dr. Kevin Gasser frequently uses when he describes his dental career. He’s spent 27 years in Arizona practicing dentistry and has since become a leader in providing the patented “allon-four,” a full arch of teeth on just four implants. “Dental implants give patients who never thought they’d be able to eat, speak and smile in comfort again with a brand-new set of beautiful, nonremovable and functional implanted teeth,” he said. “Prior to the innovation of sophisticated technology, it would commonly take patients up to 18 months to get new teeth. This was because multiple dental implant procedures, complex bone grafting, and soft tissue management techniques were required for a patient to get a full set of new teeth. Now, with the latest medication protocol, superior parts and modern techniques, most patients can get a new smile in one day.” Gasser and his team are committed to creating life transformations for their patients by utilizing patient-specific dental implant solutions and by delivering the “best combination of quality, experience, comfort, care and price.” Just as important is listening to patients. “In my practice, there are no handoffs to other doctors or other facilities,” he said. “I personally take care of all our patients from initial diagnosis to end-oftreatment follow-up care. At Gasser Dental, we focus on an accelerated treatment plan that is time efficient yet respects science and nature.” While he’s proud of his sophisticated technology, Gasser stresses the importance of preventative care. But he and his staff do not judge patients for their dental conditions.

“We cater to those who are afraid of dental treatment,” he added. “The time, costs and technology have never been better for smile restorations. When investigating dental implants, remember that experience, quality and protocol matters. “Because we are passionate about what we do at Gasser Dental, we are currently offering each new patient a free, no-obligation exam and free iCat scan to all who want to investigate new smile options.”

Impressive resumé A graduate of West Virginia University with a doctor in dental surgery, Gasser has spent the ensuing decades of private practice keeping up on technology and practices. “I have dedicated myself to advanced education and have completed 1,500-plus hours of additional education and have graduated from a variety of schools and clinics: • The Malo Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal, under the tutelage of Dr. Paulo Malo, the man who developed the “all-onfour” dental implant technology. • The Misch International Implant Institute, which was founded by Dr. Carl Misch, an innovator in dental implantology. • The Las Vegas Dental Implant Institute. • The USC IV Sedation Certification Program. • The USC Advanced Bone Graft Program. • International Congress of Oral Implantology. • The Dale Carnegie Training Center. The training allows Gasser to customize treatments for his patients. One consistent aspect is the use of quality materials. He uses premium implants by Noble Biocare; top-quality restoration materials that deliver the best combination of cosmetics, strength, biocompatibility

and longevity; and evidence-based IV sedation and post-operative pain management protocols proven effective and safe for more than 25 years. “Dental implants are a means to an end,” he said. “A beautiful, functional, comfortable smile can radically improve your medical health, function and confidence. Gasser Dental has witnessed this life transformation for thousands of patients over the last 26 years.”

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Buckeye woman crowned TOPS queen FEATURES

BY SCIANNA GARCIA

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uckeye resident Amy Sather has been crowned Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 2021 Arizona and International Queen after shedding 159 pounds, more than any other TOPS female member in the United States and Canada. TOPS, a nonprofit weight loss, education and support organization, has been fighting obesity since its founding in 1948. TOPS has tens of thousands of members male and female, beginning at age 7, in its network of thousands of weight-loss support chapters throughout North America. Last year, Arizona TOPS members lost a total of 5,979 pounds. Sather, along with the 2021 TOPS King, were honored June 2 to June 4 at the Arizona recognition event at the Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites. Sather was introduced to TOPS by her father and found a chapter to attend meetings with after deciding she needed the support of the group.

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She set out on a life-changing journey to a healthier version of herself by not only attending weekly TOPS chapter meetings but also being a part of an outpatient eating disorder program. This included many doctor appointments, psychiatric appointments and counseling, and meeting with a nutritionist. Initially weighing 334 pounds, Sather has reached the weight-loss goal she set for herself, now weighing 165 pounds. She attributes her weight-loss success to the support she received from her fellow TOPS members, along with portion control and regular exercise. “The key was a combination of several things,” Sather said. “It was a lot of support systems and counseling to figure out why I was binge or emotionally eating. It was also diet and exercise but mostly getting into the right mindset.” Sather said her weight-loss journey itself is one of the best decisions she’s ever made to take her life back and feel

better than she ever has before. “Though it’s hard and I still struggle, I always get back to my goals, and my mindset is to keep my new lifestyle,” she said. Now, Sather can easily accomplish everyday tasks. Instead of sitting and watching her kids and grandchildren, she can play on the ﬂoor with them and hold them all on her lap. She can chase her kids and ride bikes with them all day, while not lagging behind. Sather maintains her weight loss by complying with her diet and hiking regularly with a group of friends. She said it’s easy without any extra weight on her knees and without the excessive tired breathing. Most importantly, Sather is grateful for her new healthier lifestyle, as she no longer suffers from high blood pressure, blood sugar issues and an aching body. “I could go on and on, but I just feel good,” Sather said. “It’s sad, but I’ve probably done more ‘living’ in the past two years than I did

Initially weighing 334 pounds, Buckeye resident Amy Sather has reached her weight-loss goal, now weighing 165 pounds. (TOPS/Submitted)

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Scottsdale’s Javier Soto debuts at ABC15 WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JUNE 22, 2022

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torytelling drives new ABC15 anchor Javier Soto. In his 18-year career in Arizona, the Emmy Award-winning journalist has covered the Jodi Arias murder trial, the Yarnell Hill wildfire, Senate Bill 1070 and the major protests that followed, the contempt-of-court cases against former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, the Phoenix serial shooter, and the death of Sen. John McCain. “That’s why I got into the news business,” said Soto, a Scottsdale resident. “It’s never the same thing every day. You never know what to expect. The amazing storytelling is what drives me in telling the stories that sometimes are untold. “That’s what excites me: Those personal stories we share with the public.” Partnered with Katie Raml, Soto debuted on ABC15’s 5 p.m. newscast on June 13 after spending nearly two decades at Arizona’s Family stations, channels 3 and 5. Soto replaces Steve Irvin, who retired in May after well-documented heart problems. “I have been friends with Javier for more than a decade,” Raml said. “He is deeply committed to this community. He represents the values of ABC15. I am energized to now work alongside him every day.” Soto graduated from California State University in Long Beach, starting his career as a producer at KTLA in Los Angeles. His first on-air position was at KPVI in Pocatello, Idaho, as a reporter/anchor. After two years, he accepted a job as the Northern Arizona bureau chief for KTVK. After taking over as the morning reporter on the station’s morning newscasts, he was promoted to weekend anchor and then morning anchor before joining ABC15. “ABC15 has an amazing reputation in Arizona,” Soto said. “I am thrilled to be part of a station that values community-changing journalism. I cannot wait to get started.” Mitch Jacob, ABC15 news director, has long been impressed with Soto’s passion for storytelling. “He understands the needs of Arizona and will hit the ground running day one

in the newsroom. Javier is a wonderful addition to ABC15,” he said. Being a journalist is challenging, in the light of “fake news” claims. Soto said he did not think the negative comments and finger pointing would snowball. He said he discussed the issue with TV news anchor Scott Pelley, when he was in Phoenix accepting the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism. “I’ll never forget what he told me,” he said. “He said, ‘That alone should make you work harder. We need to get everybody grounded and back to the pillars of journalism to make sure we do it right — cross our Ts and dot our Is,’” Soto recalled. “If we stick to those pillars and continue doing what we’re supposed to do — double checking and getting it right — we’ll surpass this slogan and take journalism to the next level.” That said, with ABC15, Soto said he brings a passion for journalism and his efforts to “get it right.” “I think the love for the community is right up there at the top as well,” he said. “As a journalist, it’s not typical to stay in one place this long — especially just coming up through the ranks. I absolutely fell in love with Arizona. This is the home to me and my wife for the rest of our lives.” When he’s not at the desk, Soto and his wife of eight years, Beatrice, enjoy exploring Arizona, supporting various causes and attending sports events. “We’re very involved in the community and various organization, especially when it comes to events,” he said. “I was fortunate to be part of many events as an emcee. I married a foodie. She’s constantly telling me about the new restaurants that are opening. After those restaurants, we have to stay in the gym to keep the weight off. It’s a vicious circle.” He said he loves what Arizona has to offer as much as Valley residents have embraced him. “They’ve always shown me love and I hope that they know when I’m on TV or off TV, I do everything with a great passion,” Soto said. “I give them 100%, and I’m just me. At the end of the day, that’s all I can be, and I hope it resonates with people.”

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Linda Jean Cheatham Lee – beloved wife, mother, g r a n d mother, sister, aunt and friend – passed away peacefully on June 9, 2022, surrounded by her family. Linda was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on February 19, 1941 to Leonard and Rita Cheatham; she was the first of their five children. She enjoyed her childhood in Laveen, Arizona, where she happily spent hours with her brothers, sister and cousins at Cheatham Dairy. She attended Laveen Elementary School and later graduated from Phoenix South Mountain High School. During high school Linda excelled in leadership and service organizations. Linda completed her formal education as a graduate of Brigham Young University, with a degree in Elementary Education. Linda married the love of her life, Robert Thomas Lee, Sr., on September 14, 1963 in the Mesa Arizona Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Bob and Linda shared 59 wonderful years together raising their four children. They spent the early years of marriage in Utah, California,

New York, and Connecticut, but made Litchfield Park, Arizona, their home in 1972. Linda was a school teacher in the Avondale School District for many years. She loved her students and encouraged all who entered her classroom to achieve their very best. Linda was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served tirelessly in many callings, including serving with Bob for many years in the Mesa and Phoenix temples. Linda’s grandchildren would say her greatest pastime was shopping – usually for them – but Linda truly loved to read and learn so that she could teach, mentor, and serve others. She also took great care in planning and coordinating wonderful church, community, and family events. Linda’s greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her husband, Bob; her four children, Robert Lee, Jr., Erin Lee Truman (Rod), Ryan Lee, and Brittnee Lee; her grandchildren, Foster (Madison) Truman, McKenna Lee, Ellis Truman, and Quincy Lee; and her siblings, Foster (Leigh) Cheatham, Lee (Kathy) Cheatham, Corrine Cheatham, and Linsey Cheatham. A viewing were held on Saturday, June 18th, Litchfield Park Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interment is at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery. Linda would want to remind all who know and love her to “Carry On” and “Be the Good in the World.”

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Donnie Thomason, age 93, of Avondale, Arizona passed away June 13, 2022 in Goodyear, Arizona. She was born November 1, 1928 in Custer County, Oklahoma to Fred and Zelma Baumann. Donnie, or known as "Ms. Donnie," moved to Arizona in 1941. She attended Avondale Elementary and Litchfield high School. She settled in the West Valley, married, and had five beautiful children: Linda, Tommy, Sherry (Don Dew), Star, and Lori. She was employed for 20 years at Community Methodist Day Care. She made a connection with each and every child who walked through that door. She loved family get-togethers. Her signature dishes were her Thanksgiving cornbread stuffing and Christmas peanut brittle. Her family will never forget the Sunday banana bread, homemade ice cream, and fried chicken. Ms. Donnie leaves behind her daughters, Sherry (Don) Dew and Star Erickson, son Tommy Thomason, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughters Linda and Lori. Funeral services will be held at 9am June 25 at Thompson Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of the Valley (1510 E Flower St., Phoenix, Arizona 85014 or www.hov.org/donate). To leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/ donnie-thomason

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Avondale teen readying autobiographical short BY ABI CELAYA

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liver Morrison is a burgeoning Renaissance man. Between juggling acting, basketball, school and helping with the family business, the 14-year-old Avondale resident has a full plate. Now he’s penning a script for a TikTok short about himself, “The Life of Oliver Morrison,” which will feature his Sun Conure bird named Pops. He’s working on teaching the bird he lines. “People will do one flip on a skateboard on TikTok and get a million views,” he said. “If I create a script with me and my bird, who knows how many views I will get.” Acting is nothing new to Oliver. He

appeared in a movie called “Wishman,” about the creation of the MakeA-Wish Foundation. It’s one of his favorite projects. “I really like ‘Wishman,’” said Oliver, who donned a tuxedo for the premiere. “I got to travel to this ranch, and I got to run, and this dog would chase me for one part of the scene. It was really fun.” Aside from professional acting, Oliver said he enjoyed his school plays throughout his middle school experience at Legacy Traditional School and Valor Preparatory Academy in Goodyear. “My favorite play I have done is ‘High School Musical,’” Oliver said. “I got to play as a jock, and I know

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3.9 for 66 mo*

STK# 22399

2022 FORD F-150 FX4 CREW

• XLT • Sport • King Ranch $ 1,000 OFF

•Sport App Pkg •36 Gal Tank •3.5 Eco Boost •Tow Pkg •More $

2,000 OFF

PLUS

0% FOR 66 MO* MO*

41,700** 41,700

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0% FOR 66 MO* MO*

STK# 22253

24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS

West ! Valley

623.386.4429 | WWW.JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM All prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $499.00 dealer doc fee and dealer add ons. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Offers valid through 06/28/2022. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. *Must Finance and Qualify with Ford Motor Credit Company’s 66 or 75 month Flex Buy. See Dealer for Details.

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