Our Tributes

Jan 11, 2016

Loving mother and friend to all, Runchuan "Chu" Fink, 65, peacefully passed away Jan. 11, 2016, in her home. Born in Chantaburi, Thailand, a very young Chu moved to the United States with hopes of living the American dream. She owned a successful local Thai market for 15 years and eventually retired from the Mirage as a cage cashier. She...

Jan 11, 2016

Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Samuel Charles "Sam" Fantauzzi, 70, of Las Vegas, passed away Jan. 11, 2016. Sam is survived by his loving wife, of 45 years, Diane; his five children, Phillip (Shari), Justin (Lisa), Tony (Lindsay), Darren (Glory) and Sarah (Mike); and his many loving grandchildren, whom will love him forever. Sam was born in Wheeling, W.Va., and...

Jan 9, 2016

Kathy Falkensammer, 74, passed away with peace and grace Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, at her home, surrounded by her family, after her courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dean and Shirley; her daughter, Bettina; and her two grandsons, Jonathan and Michael. She is survived by her loving husband, of 47 years, Leo; her brother,...

Jan 8, 2016

Perry Daniel "Dan" Burton IV, 37, of Las Vegas, passed away Jan. 8, 2016. Dan worked as a sports book writer for the South Point Casino. He loved his job and the many friends he made there. A man of faith, loving, funny and caring, he is in the arms of God, which comforts us now. He is survived by...

Jan 7, 2016

Darrow Peterson, born September 30, 1927 in Fillmore, Utah passed away peacefully in his Las Vegas home surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2016. His legacy of being a hard working man, strengthening lives and dedication to family will live on forever. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Iola Peterson.  They were married August...

Jan 2, 2016

Richard "Rick" Spica, of Las Vegas, passed away early morning Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016, from cancer. Rick was born Dec. 10, 1949, to Joe and Mary Lou Spica in St. Louis, where he grew up and eventually attended Mississippi State University, earning a bachelor's degree in education. Upon graduating, he became a player and coach with the Professional Italian Baseball...

Jan 1, 2016

Guadalupe C. Sanchez, of Las Vegas, entered God's house Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. She was born Dec. 11, 1924, in Palau Coahuila, Mexico. She became a U.S. citizen in 1994. Guadalupe was a great woman of God, she was loved by all who knew her. A woman of noble character, her children call her blessed. She was the mother of...

Dec 29, 2015

Sheldon Russell "Joe" Cooper, 47, of Las Vegas, died Dec. 29, 2015. Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Shadow Hills Baptist Church, 7811 Vegas Drive. Burial following at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 7251 W. Lone Mountain Road.

Dec 24, 2015

Lynn George Hadfield passed away on Christmas Eve at 3:15 pm in his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 3, 1940 in Ogden, Utah to Slim and Louise Hadfield. While attending Weber State College, he met his best friend Karen Winterbottom. They knew quickly they would spend their lives together. Lynn and Karen got married on December...

Dec 19, 2015

Phillip Merle Campbell Sr. was born February 25th, 1951 in Gary, IN to the late Edgar Campbell and Gloria Vessel. Also from that union four children were born. The late Butch, Keith, Phillip and Steven. After enduring a short illness Phillip departed this life December 19th, 2015 in Las Vegas, NV Phillip attended Beckman Middle School and was a graduate...

Dec 19, 2015

Billie Jean Kassel, 86, passed away Dec. 19, 2015. She was an avid Bingo player at the Santa Fe and loved by many. She is survived by a daughter; two stepdaughters; four stepsons; and countless grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren who love and miss her deeply. No services are scheduled. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society...

Dec 18, 2015

Julia A. Wright, 68, of Las Vegas, went to be with her Lord Friday, Dec. 18, 2015, after a prolonged illness. She was born in Alabaster, Ala., and graduated from Samford University. Not only did she have a successful career as an interior designer, she was also the first lady and co-founder of Abundant Grace Church in Las Vegas. A...

Dec 17, 2015

U.S. Navy Retired Kenneth F. Johann U.S. Navy Retired Kenneth Fred Johann, 92, of Las Vegas, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015, at home. Mr. Johann was born in the Bronx, N.Y., a son of the late George Edward and Charlotte Heinbockel Johann. In 1942, Mr. Johann joined the Long Island Merchant Marines and transferred into the U.S. Navy in...

Dec 12, 2015

Robert N. "Neil" Cramer, 56, a longtime resident of Las Vegas, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015. He was born April 28, 1959, in Myrtle Beach, S.C., at Myrtle Beach Air Force Base. Neil graduated in 1977 from Rancho High School and was an Eagle Scout. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Harry A. and Mildred...

Dec 11, 2015

Dale Kilbourn, aged 80, passed away on Friday, December 11th, 2015 in Las Vegas, NV. He was born to Burford and Helen Kilbourn on 3-3-1935. He is the first of 4 children. He was a dancer before high school and performed before 5,000 people. After completing high school, Dale continued his education by attending college. With a change of heart...

Dec 8, 2015

Dec 8, 2015

Rev. Ralph D. Lemme, 81, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, in Las Vegas, from injuries received in a motor vehicle accident. He was born Nov. 20, 1934, in Cozad, Neb., to David E. and Anita J. (nee Benson) Lemme. Ralph resided in Las Vegas for 24 years. He graduated from Sacramento St. College June 8, 1956. He attended San...

Dec 3, 2015

Reginald Roland "Rocky" Roque, 83, of North Las Vegas, passed away peacefully Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015. Rocky was born Oct. 13, 1932, in Grand Isle, Vermont, to Luther and Mattie Roque. He married his sweetheart Jeannine Larkin, May 21, 1953. Rocky was an outgoing and spirited man, and a loving husband, father, brother and friend. Rocky served in the U.S....

Dec 3, 2015

Elva Jean (nee Maw) Haugen, 85, peacefully passed away Dec. 3, 2015, with her loving family by her side. She was born Aug. 17, 1930, in Bismarck, N.D., the daughter of Ira and Hulda (nee Sonnenberg) Maw, and was a 56-year resident of Las Vegas. She was raised on a farm north of Tappen, N.D., and attended country school in...

Nov 29, 2015

GUILLERMO CRUZ , 80,  beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed from this Earth to a better place on Sunday November 29, 2015.  Guillermo was born in Williams, Arizona and was raised in Flagstaff, Arizona as the baby boy of a large and loving  family. He joined the Air Force at a young age.  He was stationed in Harlingen,...