Today's Obituaries and Guest Books

JEAN ALLEN Jean Luers Allen, 92, passed away June 12, 2013, in Las Vegas. She was born Carol Jean Luers, May 28, 1921, in Washington, Iowa, the daughter of Herman and Hope Ott Luers. Jean graduated cum laude in 1943 at Parsons College and in 1942 married Albert Standish Ford. Albert was a U.S. Army Air Corps pilot in World War II, but failed to return from a flight over mountains of eastern India. The wreckage was never found. May 12, 1946, Jean married Philip Allen at Des Moines, Iowa. They then lived short periods in New York City, Hyattsville, Md., and Fairfax, Va. Except for other short periods in St. Louis and San Jose, Calif., they lived in Las Vegas, since 1956. An active loving housewife and mother, she volunteered her services in school and Presbyterian church programs and was a Girl Scout leader for 12 years. She and her husband were active in Presbyterian Mariners, a couples organization of which they were local skippers, regional (state) skippers and then chairmen of the National Literature Board. Jean enjoyed raising flowers and kept a rose garden that was the pride of their neighborhood. She was a member of DAR and life member of the Association for Research and Enlightenment. She is survived by her sister, Mary of West Chester, Iowa; her husband; two children, Douglas of Orinda, Calif., and Deborah Eagles of Adelaide, South Australia; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. With her daughter and three of her grandchildren living in New Zealand and Australia since 1975, Jean made nine round trips flying across the Pacific Ocean and they as many coming this way with the result that she knew all the grandchildren very well. With her husband, she has traveled also through Europe, the Middle East, Canada, Mexico, and China. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4601 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Las Vegas. Burial will be private at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Veterans Memorial Drive, Boulder City. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to .

KATHLEEN HADDIX-REED Aug. 1, 1944-June 1, 2013 Kathleen Ann Haddix-Reed, 68, of Las Vegas, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013, just two months short of her 69th birthday. After a short but courageous battle with cancer, her crippling diagnosis came too late for any possible chance of being operable or finding a treatment that may have kept her with us for any additional time. She is survived by her two sons, Troy Agler of Sacramento, Calif., and Michael Gotchall of Las Vegas; daughter, Dorothy Leyrer of Shreveport, La.; as well as her fiancee, Jerry Dunn of Las Vegas. She had numerous beautiful relatives in the form of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and many of them attended a family memorial service at her home Saturday, June 8, in Las Vegas Saturday. Kathy wore far too many hats to mention and her latest was that as a caregiver, where she gave her all to others in need even though her own time was slipping away unnoticed as she went about her daily routine. She will be fondly remembered as "Momkathy" to the many hearts and souls she touched in so many unselfish ways. "Rest in peace dear Kathy. We will never forget you."

MARY ALICE HUNTER Mary Alice Hunter passed away June 17, 2013, in Las Vegas. She was born at home in Toquerville, Utah, Oct. 20, 1921, to M. William Bringhurst and Lillian Dalton. Mary Alice was a fourth generation descendant of the original Toquerville pioneers. She was named after her two grandmothers, Mary Janette Stapley Bringhurst and Alice Langston Dalton. After graduating from beauty school in Odgen, Utah, she soon moved to Long Beach, Calif., where she met and married Antone L. Aguiar in 1942. Following World War II, they relocated to Las Vegas, where the family grew to include Tony, Kelly and Darlene. Antone passed away in 1948. The following year, she met and married George E. Hunter, and together, they added two more children, Sherrie and George Jr. After raising their family, they returned to live full-time in Toquerville in 1966. She was always active in the community and served on the town board and was a party delegate to the state political conventions. She was active in her church responsibilities and served as Relief Society president and, for many years, as a worker in the St. George Temple. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Ivan; her sisters, Norma, Orlene, Doris and La Rae; her husbands, Antone L. Aguiar and George E. Hunter; and her three sons, Tony, Kelly and George. She is survived by her children, Sherrie Thomas (Keith) and Darlene Aguiar; daughter-in-law, Susan Aguiar; her extended family, Valda Hunter and Richard A. Hunter; numerous nephews and nieces; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Saturday, June 22, with services following at 1 p.m., both at the LDS Chapel, 63 N. Toquerville Blvd., Toquerville, UT 84774. Burial will follow at the Toquerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Humanitarian Services program of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

ANGEL NAVES Angel Naves, of Reno, passed away June 9, 2013, and the Naves family lost its patriarch. He was born Oct. 6, 1927, the youngest boy of 12 total children. His parents came to America from Asturias, Spain, to make a better life and provide opportunity for their children to come. Angel was born in Cherryvale, Kan., and moved to Fairmont City, Ill. when he about four or five years old. It was here that his father found work during the Depression at the smelters. All the boys worked on farms in their youth and every one of his five brothers joined the service during the war, but it was his father's dream that Angel be the first boy in the family to graduate from high school. However, Angel left school on his own in the ninth grade to work and help support the family. When his father found out, he was broken hearted, but since Angel had determined to become a man early and provide for the family, his father asked him to work alongside him as his apprentice in the smelters. Angel took more pride in this job than in any other he ever had; he could never talk about working next to his dad without shedding tears. Ultimately though, he felt compelled to join his brothers in our country's effort, and he eventually convinced his father to allow him to join the U.S. Navy just before he was of age to do so himself. Luckily, he joined toward the end of the war and safely finished his obligation. While in the service, the Naves boys were exposed to and felt a need to come west. Within a few years, almost the whole family had moved to California. It was there, in Pittsburg, Calif., Angel worked for 12 years at the mill for U.S. Steel. Eventually though, he wanted to move to the Sierras, and in 1958, he took a job in security at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Over the next 20 years, Angel quickly rose in the industry, eventually becoming an executive for Del Webb Corporation properties such as The Mint, The Sahara Vegas and The Sahara Lake Tahoe. He was also a manager and partial owner of Circus Circus. He had a unique acumen for casino operations and a keen eye for talent. He consistently assembled teams of top operators such as Paul Morazzo, Mike Ensign, Don Herbert, Tony Alamo, Pat France, Joseph Bienz and Lenny Marmondo wherever he went. These men all went on to successful careers as top hotel, food and beverage, and gaming executives; Nevada has been greatly enriched by all their contributions. Angel was always eager to share success, give credit to others and promote the excellence of the staff. He was known as fair and generous, but above all, he was known for his honesty and integrity. His excellence in gaming allowed him to retire at a young age and spend the rest of his life with his family living in Tahoe, then Carson, and ultimately Reno. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Anthony Naves; his mother, Josephine Garcia Naves; his sisters, Josephine Naves Ortiz, Esperanza "Hope" Naves Wyrostek and Julia Naves; his brothers, Joseph "Jiggs" Naves, Manuel Naves, Julio "Dude" Naves, Aquilino "Kelo" Naves, Frank Naves, and Jesus Naves; his first wife, Maria; and too many wonderful nephews, nieces, and cousins to list. He is survived by his wife, of 50 years, Judy; daughters, Linda and Judi; son, Angel; his two sisters, Mary and Mercedes; four granddaughters, Sherri, Lidia, Sage and Saylor; two grandsons, Ryan and Adam; three great-grandsons, Garrett, Jake and Andrew; a great-granddaughter, Sophia; two wonderful sons-in-law and a daughter-in-law; two wonderful granddaughters-in-law and a grandson-in-law; and too many wonderful nephews, nieces and cousins to list. His parents left the "old country" and embraced America to provide a better future for their family: the "American Dream." Angel lived it! His entire family are the recipients of his and his parents efforts. He was one of a kind. He was a person of character. And his like shall not pass this way again. He will be missed beyond words. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 22. For more information, please contact Angel (son) at (775) 742-5223. In lieu of flowers, if you feel the need to give, please send any offering to "The River Christian Church, 10475 W. 4th St., Reno, NV 89523. The church will find a needy cause for your benevolence. "Thank you."

ANNE SHEAD Anne Macfarlane McGarvie Shead, 93, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great- grandmother, aunt and friend, passed from this Earth, June 12, 2013. Anne was born in St. George, Utah, March 27, 1920. She moved to Las Vegas with her family in 1930. She attended Las Vegas High School. Anne married Neal McGarvie and had two children, Dale and Margie. She later married Clarence Shead. Anne worked as a bookkeeper at Basic Auto Parts in Henderson for many years. She enjoyed a lifetime of deer hunting and fishing even into her senior years. She loved spending time with family and friends. She was the kindest, most loving lady and loved by all. She had the gift of making you feel special. Anne will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chauncey and Mabel Macfarlane; siblings, Glenna, Idona, Georgia, June and Howard; and granddaughter, Michelle Daubs. She is survived by her husband, Clarence; children, Dale McGarvie (Gale) and Margie McClelland (Mark); grandchildren, Tracey Morris, Roger McGarvie (Susan), Michael Daubs (Karen), Marlo Daubs and Marci Morgan (Trevor); sister, Beth Garside; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Viewing will be 10-11 a.m. Friday, June 21, with services following, both at Palm Mortuary-Henderson, 800 S. Boulder Highway. Burial to follow at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Veterans Memorial Drive, Boulder City.

KAREN SMITH Karen Nancy Smith (nee Boucher), 70, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at her home in Las Vegas. She was a beloved wife, mother and sister. Karen Nancy Smith was born April 6, 1943, in New Haven, Conn., and was a 37-year resident of Las Vegas. Karen worked as a special education teacher assistant with the Clark County School District for more than 20 years, and was fortunate to share the classroom with her dear friend, Cherie Grant. Karen was happiest in the company of her students, her family and her furry companions, Priscilla and Romeo. Karen lived her life simply, with quiet dignity and a generous spirit. Fiercely loyal and a woman of faith, Karen was a champion for the underdog. She gave a voice to the silent, strength to the weak, and her heart to everyone she encountered. Karen valued her family most of all, and considered her greatest accomplishment to be the time shared with the two most precious and important people in her life, her husband, Charles; and daughter, Miranda. Karen was preceded in death by her father, Edwin K. Boucher. She is forever reunited with her heart, her love, her husband, Charles Botsford Smith, who left her side March 26, 2011. Karen is survived by her daughter, Miranda Judith Smith of Las Vegas; mother, Loretta K. Boucher of West Haven; and brothers, Larry Boucher of West Haven, Danyel Boucher of New Haven, Conn., and Edwin Boucher of Cookeville, Tenn. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 21, at Woodlawn Cemetery, 1500 Las Vegas Blvd. N. Reception will follow at a second location. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to assist with burial expenses.

WILMA STAUFFER Wilma Jean Stauffer, 82, a music teacher, of Las Vegas, died June 18, 2013. Visitation 1-3 p.m. Saturday, June 22, with services following, at Davis Funeral Home, 6200 S. Eastern Ave. Burial 10:40 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at SNVMC, Boulder City.

EVELYN WARREN Evelyn Louise Warren, 90, a retired cashier, of Las Vegas, passed away June 15, 2013. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 21, at Palm Mortuary-Downtown, 1325 N. Main St. Burial to follow.