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Former Avondale resident Brad Macdonald graduated from the University of Pennsylvania school of electrical and computer engineering with a Master of Engineering degree and a specialization in embedded systems. He received an award for outstanding research in embedded systems. He will be moving to the San Francisco Bay area to work for Tesla in Palo Alto, California. Brad’s parents are Doug and Lynn Macdonald and grandparents are Mike and Bonnie Thomas of Avondale.
Nicholas Beaty of Waddell earned a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice and a minor in business from Arizona State University. He graduated cum laude.
Danielle DeBose of Goodyear graduated this spring from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio. DeBose earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and was a psychology major and Black world studies and Spanish minor.
Angelo State University conferred 888 undergraduate and graduate degrees on 884 graduates, including Tanner Apple of Buckeye, during the 2021 spring commencement exercises at the Junell Center/Stephens Arena in San Angelo, Texas. Apple earned a bachelor of intelligence and analysis.
Southeast Missouri State University has named Elle Freitas of Buckeye to its president’s list for undergraduate academic achievement during the spring 2021 semester. Students named to the president’s list earned a 4.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale; completed at least 12 hours of standard graded credit; achieved no grade below an A; and received no failing grades in enrolled, credit/no credit or pass/fail courses.
Charisma Palmer of Buckeye was a spring 2021 distinguished scholar at Rockford University. Students attending Rockford University who earn at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below C and having completed all requirements for the semester are named as distinguished scholars.
Kaylee LoPresto of Litchfield Park was one of 1,466 students named to the dean’s list at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania for the spring 2021 semester of the 2020-21 academic year.
Benjamin Graeff and Daniel Graeff of Goodyear were named to the dean’s honor list at Cedarville University in Ohio for spring semester 2021. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours. Daniel also graduated with a Bachelor of Science in nursing.
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Ismael Aguilar Jr.
Ismael Aguilar Jr., 71 of Show Low, Arizona died on June 10, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born November 16, 1949 in McAllen, Texas to Ismael and Petra (Reyes) Aguilar. He is survived by his wife, Jessie Aguilar, his children, 21 grand-children and 12 great grand-children. You can view the full obituary and leave the family condolences at https://www.thompsonfuneralchapel. com/obituary/ismael-aguilar-jr/
DennisWilliamPreston
Mr.DennisWilliamPreston,age65, ofPhoenix,AZdiedJune6,2021in McKinney,TX.HewasbornJuly16, 1955inCuba,NYtoTelferandRuth Preston. AmemorialwillbeheldonJune21at 3pmatPhoenixChristianReformed Church.TheburialwillbeatNationalMemorial CemeteryofArizonaonJune22at9am.
Youcanviewthefullobituaryandleavethefamily condolencesathttps://www.thompsonfuneral chapel.com/obituary/mr-dennis-williampreston/
Harry Yogurtian
Harry was born Sept 4, 1947 to Roupen & Anna Yogurtian. Harry passed on May 23, 2021 after a hard and brave fight with pneumonia and sepsis. He is survived by his wife/soulmate Gloria; children, Jeff (Debbie), Jennifer (Joe), George (Stephanie), Amy (Terry), Phil (Angelina) and Kathy (Tim); eight grandchildren, a great granddaughter and brother, Jim. Harry retired as a Master Sergeant from the USAF after serving abroad, in the Vietnam war, and receiving national defense service award with bronze star. He was very proud to have served his country. We would like to thank all of the doctors, nurses, and staff at Boswell Hospital for their diligence in providing the best care for Harry. We would also like to thank everyone who has reached out to support us during this very difficult time. Harry was deeply loved by all and will be missed tremendously. He was honored at the National Memorial Cemetery and there are plans for a celebration of life in Wisconsin.
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Paul White
Paul White, 79, of Buckeye, Arizona died May 29, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. Paul was born January 15, 1942 to Paul White and Lola Scroggins in Clarmore, Oklahoma. All service information is private at this time.
Wanda Janelle Pryor
Wanda Janelle Pryor, 81 years, passed away June 14th, 2021. Formerly of Buckeye, she resided in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Survived by her husband Pastor Leon Pryor, sons Fred Pryor (Marta), Dan Pryor (Sandra), grandchildren. Matthew Pryor, Joshua Pryor, Danielle Campbell, Scott Pryor, Jessica Kirkpatrick, Freddie Pryor, Shane Pryor, Micah Pryor, Daci Pryor and 21 Great Grandchildren. Preceding her in death were three children Lori Kuba (Mike), David Pryor and James Pryor. Wanda was born June 11, 1940 in Hale Center Texas, but moved at an early age to Indio, CA. By her teenage years, the family relocated to the Los Angeles area where she graduated from Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, CA. During her Jr year she met the love of her life, a Navy fireman named Leon. Best part were they on a double date, both with other people. During the date they noticed each other, and the rest is history. They married on September 11, 1956 while he was in port. The love story continued the rest of her life. Wanda was a homemaker raising her four children in Harbor City, CA. and was active in every part of their lives. She was active in the local church, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Preschool, Choir, and never said no when asked to serve in other ways. She always loved Little League Baseball games whether it was watching her sons, or grandchildren play. She supported Lori in her High School activities and encouraged her to further her education, which ultimately earned Lori her Doctor of Education Degree! Her hobbies included playing her piano, quilting, sewing, painting, baking, and even took a cake decorating class and started decorating cakes for birthdays and weddings. In 1976, Leon and Wanda followed their calling from God and pulled up their roots in California and relocated to Buckeye, AZ to pioneer a church. They pastored Faith Fellowship Assembly of God for 30 years prior to retiring. The church originally started in their home, then moved into a barn on the property for a few years. The congregation eventually outgrew the barn, and the Harbor Church in CA funded a new building on the property that is still a thriving and growing ministry renamed as Lifeway Assembly of God! Leon and Wanda loved pastoring, loved the people, and both are grateful that the church is moving forward, and the Lord’s work will continue. Wanda always had a smile that reflected the Joy of the Lord! She grieved tremendously with the loss of David, Jimmy, and Lori, but would gather strength by reading or listening to the Word of God. She and Leon always prayed together for family and friends! She loved going to the house of the Lord! She loved watching Gaither Home Coming DVD’s. She would minister to anyone that would call her in need of encouragement. If she were down, she would begin to talk about the faithfulness of God, of His goodness and mercy! It never took long for her sorrow to turn to joy! We were all blessed to have known her………. Funeral Services will be held Saturday 6/26/21 at 12:00 PM (Noon) at New Foundation Church, 122 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Livestream at Newfoundation.org/livestream. Condolences may be shared at www.menkefuneralhome.com
Henry Guadalupe Saldana
Henry Guadalupe Saldana, 63, of Avondale, Arizona died on June 6, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born June 3, 1958 to Jesus Saldana and Ruth Lopez in Phoenix, Arizona. A service was held with Thompson Funeral Chapel.
JorgeArmenta
JorgeArmentapassedawayonJune9,2021atthe ageof47.JorgeissurvivedbyhislovingwifeClaudia of 22 years. Jorge is lovingly remembered by his daughter'sJasmine,Jayline,&Joselyn.Byhisparents Juan & Rosalinda Armenta, by his siblings Jesus (Maricella), Juan (Christa) & Linda (Diego), along withmanyniece's&nephew's.
Jorgewaslovedbymany.Hewasalwayslaughing &smiling.Therewasneveradullmomentwithhim. Hewillbemissedbymany.
Visitation will be held at Advantage Funeral & CremationservicesCrystalRose9155W.VanBuren St.Tolleson,AZ85353onJune17,2021at2:30pm.
Joseph Francis Cappiello
Mr. Joseph (Joe) Cappiello, 80, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away May 22, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born July 1, 1940 to Joseph Cappiello and Dorothea Riley in Brooklyn, New York. A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, June 18, 2021 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Interment will be held at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix, Arizona following the memorial service at 1:30PM. You can view the full obituary and leave the family condolences at https://www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/ mr-joseph-joe-cappiello/
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