Our Tributes

Troy Lee Ramsey

Troy Lee Ramsey

Sep 25, 2004

Troy Lee Ramsey was born September 9, 1921 In Davis, OK.  A resident for 60 years, he was an auto repairman, Army veteran, and a member of the Rhythm Rangler Band. He is survived by his wife of 44 years.  RaVae; one son, Curtis Ramsey of Wichita Falls, Texas; one daughter, LaFonda Ramsey-Parslow, and one stepdaughter, Shayla Dean, both of...

Leonard Thompson

Leonard Thompson

Sep 23, 2004

Leonard was born in Estherville, Iowa and has resided in Las Vegas for 11 years.  Leonard servied in the American Theatre during World War II while his three older brothers were serving overseas.  He served his duty in Las Vegas from 1943-1946 as a Flight Engineer.He was a lifetime member of the Benovolent and Protective Order of Elks and awarded...

John Ordell Peterson

John Ordell Peterson

Sep 21, 2004

John is survived by his wife of 49 years, Colleen of Las Vegas. Son, Greg Peterson ( Rae Ann) North Las Vegas, Daughter, Diane Bringhurst ( John), Twin Falls, Idaho. Brothers Darrow Peterson of Las Vegas and Val Peterson of Pleasant Grove, Utah. Nine Grandchildren .

Dorothy Doan Goshen-Hardy

Dorothy Doan Goshen-Hardy

Sep 19, 2004

Dorothy is survived by daughters: Sherma Hartzke-Buccellato(Tony) Pittsburgh, CA, Dana Blad (Drew) Hurricane, UT. sons, George Goshen and David Goshen of Las Vegas. Sister, Shirley Mang,Salt Lake City, UT Preceded in death by parents, Elliott and Vera Doane, Brother Orville Doane and Grandson Greggory Hartzke. Eigth Grandchildren and four Great-Grandchildren.

Virginia Goodson

Virginia Goodson

Sep 19, 2004

Survived by Daughter Betty Christopher of Las Vegas, NV

James Cullen Stafford, Jr.

James Cullen Stafford, Jr.

Sep 18, 2004

James was born in Byars, Oklahoma.  A Las Vegas resident for 45 years, he was a salesman of commercial refrigeration. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Betty Faye;onesone, James C. Stafford III and two daughters, Vicki Sessa and Kimberly Fletcher, all of Las Vegas;two sisters, Mary Bryson of Dallas Texas and Pat Davis of Anna, Texas. Three...

Pamela Pumehana Nihipali

Pamela Pumehana Nihipali

Sep 18, 2004

Pamela is survived by her Father, Paul K. Nihipali, Sr. of California. Brother, Mino ( Sally) Nihipali, of California;Brother, Kapano(Janie) Nihipali of Las Vegas; Sister, Pauline (Mani)Mata'U Oahu, Hawaii;Brother, Amaka (Rene) Nihipali, Oahu, Hawaii, Uncle, John(Barbara)Nauahi, Hawaii; Aunt, Henrietta(Jim) Rudisell,California; Aunt, Evan(Gary)Miller, California;Uncle, Gabriel(Eleni)Nauahi, Hawaii; and her dogs, Smiley,Harley and Sparky. A long time resident of Las Vegas, one of...

George J. Karell

George J. Karell

Sep 17, 2004

George is survived by daughter Meredith Kirby,Las Vegas, Meredith's Mother, Annette Karell-falcone, Henderson. Proceded in death by son, Christopher Karell,1990, Brother, Clark Karell, Las Vegas and Granddog, M.J. George is most remembered for his contribution with the opening of MGM Grand as Director of Purchasing.

Leo David

Leo David

Sep 14, 2004

Leo is survived by son Ira David, Daughters Martha David, Swami Saradananda and Roberta Ohayon Four Grandchildren 1 Great Grandchild

Cary Butler

Cary Butler

Sep 11, 2004

Cary Butler of North Las Vegas was born October 15,1918 in Oak Grove, LA.  A resident for 61 years, he did plastering and stucco, was a 33rd degree Prince Hall Mason at St. Mark's Grand Lodge. He is survived by four sons, Karl E. Butler and Geroge Simpson, both of Las Vegas, Charles Simpson of Olympia, Washington and Maurice Green...

Albert Pete Bolin, Jr.

Albert Pete Bolin, Jr.

Sep 11, 2004

Albert was bron in Tallulah, LA. A resident for 44 years, he was a laborer at the Nevada Test Site, a member of the Laborers Local 872 and the Teamsters Union. He was preceded in death by one son, Albert B. Jr. and one daughter, Kimberly Bolin. He is survived byhis wife, Janet: three daughters, Janice Bolin and Candice Bolin,...

Robert James Wettour

Robert James Wettour

Aug 28, 2004

Robert James Wettour of Kearney,Nebraska died Sturday in Nebraska.  He was born in chicago and is a former resident of Las Vegas.  He was a welder in the sheet metal industry and a World War II Navy beteran. He is survived by one daughter, Suzanne Converse of Greenwood, IND; one sister, June Milczney of Illinois and three grandchildren.

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Josetta M.B. Randolph

Josetta M.B. Randolph

Aug 26, 2004

Josetta is survived by daughters, Mary Liggett(Ronald) Seabrook, TX. Joann Giovannini(George) California.  Sister, Johnnie Harrison ( Ray), California. Grandchildren: onetta, Georgie, Jessica and Tina. Nieces, Rosetta Elliott, California and Dr. Ann Woodard, Florida. Grand Nieces, Valerie Elliott of Las Vegas and Carment Elliott, California. Grand Nephew, DeWayne Elliott, Texas. Host of Relatives and Friends who will miss her.

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Barbara Blazzard

Barbara Blazzard

Aug 25, 2004

Barbara is survived by her companion for eternity, James Thomas (JT) Blazzard; seven children, Dale,Karen (Carl) Martinez, Elaine Arnold, Jim (Maya), Kent(Toni),Arlene(John) Whitney and Ella Blazzard: 25 grandchildren.  Barbara is also survived by her two brothers, McKay(Joanne),Legrand(Donna)Hall: two sisters, Carma(Hal) Call, Mona Rae(Del Ray) Blau: and many cherished nieces and nephews.  Barbara attended Dixie Jr. College and Branch Agrigultural College...

Nhi Tat

Nhi Tat

Aug 24, 2004

Survived by wife, Muoi Ha Tang, North Las Vegas; Daughter, Muoi Tat, Hue Tang, Muoi, Lam Tat; Son, Sieu Tang.

L. Kathleen Reese

L. Kathleen Reese

Aug 22, 2004

Kathleen is survived by son, Michael Reese of Boulder City, one daughter, Natalie Sebastian of Lancaster, CA. Sister, Ruby Ratcliff of Los Angeles;nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Peter William Votsis, Sr.

Peter William Votsis, Sr.

Aug 20, 2004

Peter W. Votsis, Sr. went to his eternal home in heaven on August 20,2004. Beloved husband of 58 years and best fried of devoted wife Marcy.  Loving father of Peter (Ann), Diane(Rob) and Debbie.  The greatest grandfather to Annette,Marie(Brian)and Matthew Peter.  He left many friends,brothers and sisters. Peter was a resident of Las Vegas for 10 years and a member...

Antonio Zepeda Espinoza

Antonio Zepeda Espinoza

Aug 20, 2004

Survived by wife Celida Barrera Zepeda, CA. Children: Wendy Zepeda, Joselyn Zepeda,Jazmin Zepeda, Jacklin Zepeda, Antonio Zepeda, Jarecily Zapeda, Dalia Zepeda, Jose Antonio Zepeda, Rocio Zepeda, Mygela Zepeda.

Gerald Joss

Gerald Joss

Aug 19, 2004

Survived by his wife, Dorothy Joss. Son Norman Joss all of Las Vegas. 5 Grandchildren 2 Great-Grandchildren

Sherlean Powell

Sherlean Powell

Aug 18, 2004

Sherlean is survived by her husband since 1988, Glen W. Powell; sons, Guy Powell, Sherod Jackson and Justin Jackson;daughters, Kimberly Irick and LaQuiticia Jones Morris;grandchildren, ty Irick, Marcus Nix, Martaveon and Marquon Hickman, Cajun Jackson and Qwavante'Hines; brothers, Larry Ennis, Curtis Ennis, Willie Ennis, Don Jones and Johnnie Jones; sisters, Lois ennis and Regina Ennis all of Las Vegas. Sherlean...