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Lucia Miranda Moore
Lucia Miranda Moore was born on February 15, 1936, in Philadelphia, PA. She was the middle of five daughters born to Domingo Miranda and Homezella Johnson.
Lucia was affectionately nicknamed Lui by her family and would carry that dear name with her from Pennsylvania to Arizona where she lived for the last 27 years. She lived the first part of her life in Philly as a young child, precocious and active. She was the sister known for playful argumentativeness and individuality. As an adult, she married Norman Moore, and they had two children together: Lucia {Twinkle} Moore and Norman {Herkie} Moore. The family lived in New York. Following her divorce from Norman, she married John Moore, and they had one daughter, Gloria {Poppy} Moore. The family happily resided in Philadelphia, PA for 10 years before moving to Hatfield, PA where they lived, raising the three children together and hosting many family gatherings at their home over the summers. In 1972 they moved to King of Prussia, PA where they lived for 10 years before deciding to follow other family members (Lui’s two elder sisters, Elizabeth and Grace) out to the drier and warmer weather of Arizona where she has resided ever since.
The Miranda Sisters were a talented family of women and Lui was no different. She had a knack for fashion, furnishings and food. She was an avid cook and homemaker. Her home was as welcoming as it was picture-worthy. Summer get togethers in Hatfield were legend in the family, with family coming form New York and Massachusetts to join the festivities. In later years, as she continued life in Arizona, she would open her home to her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a nephew needing family solace and guidance.
Additionally, Lui was a fashionista before the term was in vogue. She had style and flair and was often the most contemporary and glamorous of her generation. Lui made a tailored sweatsuit fashionable long before urban designers knew it could be a thing!
Her skillset extended beyond the home, and it incorporated a hobby and passion: she was a skilled card player and enjoyed her time at the casinos. Her competitive nature shined in that environment, and she found joy in the challenges of interactive card-play. It made sense, as she had a brain for numbers and it assisted her in position as a bookkeeper for Treegoobs, an appliance and furniture store in West Philadelphia.
Lui had a laugh and a smile that were not just affectionate. They enticed others to join in, to relax and to engage. Her banter with her sisters and family was well-known and yet she always ended a conversation with a smile and wave of nonchalance. She managed to mix strong personal opinion with a deprecating attention to other people’s attitudes. She was not known for sulking or carrying on about any one subject. Her signature top-of-the-head-scratch with her always beautifully painted nails, made the children in the family feel close, loved and seen.
Lucia spent the last few years of her life in assisted living trying to balance the affects of Parkinson’s. She passed peacefully in her sleep on March 16, 2024.
Lui is pre-deceased by her parents, her two husbands, her son Norman, and her four Miranda sisters. Two children survive her: Lucia and Gloria. Additionally, she is survived by two grandchildren and ten great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, as well as grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. She will be forever in the hearts of those that knew her.
Enola “Nola” Faith Heitman (Clement)
Enola “Nola” Faith Heitman (Clement), 79, of Sun City, AZ passed away on March 21, 2024. Nola was born September 20, 1944, in Waterville, Maine to Gladys (Blodgett) and Virgil Clement. She was the youngest of 3 daughters. Nola served in the Navy and Army National Guard. She worked for and retired from the Federal Government.
Nola is survived by her daughter Tracy, son Richard (Lianne), daughter Kelly, grandchildren Jaycob, Brianna, Kacey, Colten, Madison, great-grandchildren Logan, Anthony, Noah, nieces Diane, Lori, Colleen, Kim, Vicky, Rita, nephews Gary, Jeffrey, William, Jerry, brother-in-law Howard. Nola was preceded in death by her parents, sister Maxine (Eugene), sister Valniece, son-in-law AJ, grandson Cody, nephew Mike, niece Brenda, in-laws Marie and Howard, brother-in-law Ray.
Nola gave to many organizations surrounding church, children, disabled veterans and the homeless. She will be most remembered for her love of God, family and helping others.
Nola requested no service. To honor Nola and her compassion to help others, in lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be given to any organization that helps children, disabled veterans, or Hospice of the Valley.
REST IN PEACE!
Orville Paul Lohse
Born on February 20, 1940, at the dawn of World War II, Paul (Orville) Lohse passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024, after a short illness in Phoenix, Arizona. He was beloved by everyone he met in life – his family, friends, and neighbors – and his sunny disposition and calm, friendly demeanor will be missed by all.
Paul was born in Springfield Township, Ohio, to Kathryn and Paul Lohse, and lived and worked on the family farm throughout his youth along with four sisters and one brother. When he finished high school, he attended Valparaiso University where he graduated with a degree in History in 1962. After college, Paul enrolled in the Peace Corps where he served in one of the first cohorts after the Peace Corps was established by President Kennedy. During his time in the Peace Corps, Paul lived in Columbia, South America, where he provided assistance and training in a rural village.
Upon returning to the U.S., Paul met and married Rita Puder in Detroit, MI. The young married couple traveled back to Columbia where they lived together to teach English and provide help when they could.
After returning to the U.S. again, both Paul and Rita worked for a while as high school teachers in New York State. Rita gave birth to her son David, and their daughter Karen soon followed. Paul began to work in the retail industry as a more stable means of employment while Rita stayed home to raise the children. After a few years and several promotions, Paul and his family moved back to the Midwest where Paul bought and operated his own successful department store in Cassopolis, MI. Once the children were in school and no longer needed full-time care, Rita joined Paul to work at his department store, and, over the next few years, they expanded to three retail stores in the neighboring towns.
Rita died tragically after a long illness in 1993. Several years later, Paul married Shirley Fender in Niles, MI, after meeting her at a church support group. Paul soon sold his retail stores to embark on his second act in life – the two moved to Indiana where Paul attended a Lutheran seminary for several years, after which he was ordained a Minister in the Lutheran church and appointed to St. Peters Church in La Grange, Missouri. After serving as the beloved pastor at St. Peters Church for many years, Paul retired, and along with Shirley moved to Phoenix, Arizona for the dry climate and to be close to Shirley’s family.
Paul and Shirley lived in Phoenix for many years and were active members at Trinity Lutheran Church where he led bible classes and volunteered in many roles as Minister Emeritus. Shirley passed away in the summer of 2023, followed by Paul in March of 2024.
Paul is survived by his loving children David and Karen, his grandchildren Hunter, Jordan, Declan, and Selina, and his daughter-in-law Kareena and grandchildren-in-laws Trey and Kelsi. Paul will always be remembered as a gentle, loving father, husband, and friend; as a successful businessman and honored community member; as a beloved pastor; and as someone who always strove to spread kindness and understanding wherever he went.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 30 at 11:00 am at Trinity Lutheran Church & School in Litchfield Park, AZ. A separate interment ceremony will be held at Silverbrook Cemetery in Niles, MI at a later date.
Timothy Edward Johnson
Timothy “Tiny” Edward Johnson passed away peacefully on March 12, 2024, from heart failure. He was surrounded by his family at his home in Arizona. He was born October 17,1958 to Arthur and Arlene Johnson in Layton, Utah.
Tim married his wife, Carol Johnson, in 1982 and they had two children together, Sara Gribble (Dalancey) and Kenneth (Amanda). Tim spent much of his life in Riverton, Utah until his retirement when he moved to Arizona to be closer to family. He was also a proud member of the United States Marine Corps.
Tim was the fun dad, whose world revolved around his kids, grandkids, and loving wife. He retired from Rocky Mountain Power in 2018, where he worked for 39 years.
Tim loved all things automotive, fishing, jeeping, and working on the family cabins in Oakley, Utah.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Sandy Johnson and Arlene “Dutchy” Flinders. He is survived by his sister Mary Scott (Tom). Tim’s love and legacy will be carried on by his wife, children, and two grandchildren, Bryce and Tucker.
Tim’s wishes were to have his ashes spread in the mountains of Utah.
Rosemary Cox Kamenca
Rosemary Cox Kamenca, 79, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away peacefully in the early morning of March 8th with her daughters; Andrea, Alicia and Anissa by her side. Originally from Rossford, Ohio, the only daughter of Mary Elizabeth Collette and Jesse Cox. In addition to her daughters and grandchildren, Rosemary is survived by her youngest brother Kevin. Rosemary is preceded in death, most recently, by Robert “Bob” Kamenca, her husband of 60 years, who passed away in October, her three older brothers and parents.
Having lost her mother as a small child, Rosemary was always grateful to the many strong women in her life, who helped her weather life’s, sometimes seemingly insurmountable, challenges; her beloved Aunt Eunice, Katherine, the nuns of St. Ursula, our Ohio family, their amazing lifelong friends and her newer Facebook friends, many of whom continued to lend support; visiting, calling and sending notes filled with loving words, encouragement and kindness.
Rosemary took pride in promoting education for her daughters, especially, but also through her pursuits as a Sales Manager for World Book. She believed education was the best gift that could be given to children. Rosemary was an avid reader and shared that love with her daughters. Rosemary also took pride in having the opportunity to stay at home with her daughters and in creating a loving home.
Rosemary was a talented quilter, making many quilts through the years. One for every grandchild, many sent with love to family afar and given as gifts of appreciation to those near.
Rosemary did not wish to have a community service. Messages and remembrances may be left at https://www.simplycremationaz.com/obituary/rosemary-cox-kamenca/ or place a donation in her name to Hospice of the Valley (https://hov.org), to whom we are so grateful for the care of both our parents at the end of their lives.
