June 9, 1940 - December 21, 2025 George L. Shipman, Sr. passed away December 21, 2025 at the VA Hospital in Tucson. He was 85. Charles was a 30 year Navy Veteran and retired as Master Chief Petty Officer-serving last with Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines, as the Master Chief of Command. He was awarded many awards and citations, but most notably the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation from his time in Vietnam. After retiring from

November 1, 1940 - January 12, 2026 Kenneth Robert Ferea, Sr. of Casa Grande died at his home on January 12, 2026. Mr. Ferea was born November 1, 1940 in Salinas, CA and was the son of Toni and George Ferea, Sr. He enlisted in the US Armed Forces from November 1955 - November 1957 and was in the USAR from November 1957 - November 1961. He was certified as a qualified Parachutist from an aircraft in flight. He loved to travel and explore the United States where he walked Dea

May 18, 1962 - January 18, 2026 John Charles Miraldi, 63, died on January 18, 2026, after a valiant 10 year fight against metastatic prostate cancer. Mr. Miraldi was born May 18, 1962 in Phoenix, Arizona to Clemente and Margaret Miraldi. He was a dedicated teacher and taught math for many years in Casa Grande, primarily at Cactus Middle School but finishing his career at Casa Grande Union before retirement. Known as a committed Denver Broncos and New York Yankees fan, he alwa

February 23, 1936 - December 31, 2025 Guy Allen Kidd was born February 23, 1936 in Greensburg, KS to William George and Alma May (Bishop) Kidd. Shortly after Guy's birth the family moved to Eureka, KS, where he graduated from high school. He received his BSE degree from Kansas State Teachers College (now Emporia State University) in Emporia, KS. He taught school for several years before working in the mobile home industry in Indiana. After returning to Emporia in the late

May 31, 1952 - January 19, 2026 Our beloved mother, Rosemary Lara, passed away peacefully on January 19 2026 at the age of 73. She was a force of nature, a source of endless laughter, and the heart of our family. She was a devoted mother to Greg and Gabriel with 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren the joys of her life. Rosemary help to raise her niece and nephew Aaron and F

February 11, 1938 - December 31, 2025 Irene Putt, 87, passed away December 31, 2025 in Mesa. A resident of Casa Grande she was an artist, an expert seamstress, wood carver, and leather tooler. She loved animals, nature and had a vast knowledge of Arizona.. She attended Gila Bend High School and graduated from Rockford High School in Michigan. Irene is survived by her husband of 70 years, Robert Putt; her son Wade (Beverly) Putt; 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 1gr

December 25, 1941 - January 11, 2026 Connie was born on Christmas Day 1941, in Sanford, Maine. Never recovering from a terrible fall, Connie passed away in an assisted living home in Maricopa on January 11, 2026, but her heart was in Casa Grande. Preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Gabrielle (Robichaud) Morin and her brother Paul (Paulie) Morin. Connie’s ashes will be interned next to her family at St. Ignatius Cemetery, Sanford, Maine. After many years working as an O

May 29, 1960 - December 25, 2025 Jeffery Lee Ashley was born on May 29, 1960, and transitioned at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Thursday December 25, 2025, at 65 years old, after a difficult battle with lung cancer. He is forever loved and remembered. In Jeffs spare time, he loved taking his family camping to the white mountains where he loved to fish, hunt, and practice archery. He also loved bike riding and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his t

February 12, 1989 - December 19, 2025 It is with extremely heavy, broken hearts that we share the news of the passing of our daughter, Britni, who passed from her life here while sleeping on Friday(12/19/25) at the age of 36. Britni will be greatly missed. She had a warm heart especially for the very young, very old, and those that were hurting. Though she didn't have a lot of material possessions, she was often giving little trinkets and sharing words that showed deep crea

April 14, 1950 - December 22, 2025 Marilyn Salazar passed away December 22, 2025 in Maricopa. She was 75. She was born April 14, 1950. Marilyn was a loving and devoted mom whose life was centered around her children and family. Her love was steady, unconditional, and deeply felt by everyone who knew her. She had a caring heart, a quiet strength, and a way of making those around her feel safe and loved. She will be remembered for her kindness, her resilience, and the love