Local Obituaries for Families in Sedona and surrounding areas.

Sep 8, 2026

Gary passed away peacefully at his home in Sedona.

Additional information will be provided upon his family's request. 

Sep 3, 2026

Frank William Betz, 99, passed away peacefully at home on September 3rd at 5:55 pm, just 18 days before his 100th birthday.

Born on September 21, 1926, in Camden, New Jersey, Frank lived a remarkable life Frank signed up in the Navy at seventeen and was assigned to the USS Furse (DD-882) from 1943-1945 he was part of the “The Radio...

Sep 1, 2026

Simone Monique Simley was born January 4th, 1970 in Sydney, Australia. Moved to Canberra, A.C.T when she was 4. Went to Ginninderra High School in Canberra, graduating in 1986. Enjoyed playing cricket while in H.S. and running. Wasn’t too keen on the schooling part, although excelled in her elocution class. Helped her mum with cleaning not only their home but...

Aug 26, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Verde Valley Humane Society.

Aug 23, 2026

Rosemary Manikas Henrickson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, entrepreneur, and friend, passed away on August 23, 2026, at her home of 30 years in Oak Creek Canyon, north of Sedona, Arizona. She was 84 years old.

Rosemary was born on April 16, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dr. Alphonse Manikas and Helen Manikas. She grew up in Kankakee, IL with her sister,...

Aug 18, 2026

Our beloved sister and stepmom is now at peace.

Carole Evelyn Steed passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2026, closing a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to family, quiet strength, and a gentle spirit. Born in Houston, Texas, on September 12, 1939, Carole was the daughter of Evelyn Olivia Barker and Thurburn Howard Barker. She was baptized...

Aug 17, 2026

Carol Spencer Etter, 93, died Aug. 17, 2026, surrounded by family.

Carol was born Feb. 28, 1933, in Flagstaff (Mercy Hospital) to Theodore and Grace Spencer. She spent her childhood growing up in Flagstaff and Oak Creek Canyon. Her parents owned a cabin on the land that is now Encinoso Picnic Site. Some of the orchard trees still exist.

Carol got engaged...

Aug 5, 2026

Jul 26, 2026

Randy Clyde Nash, born February 27, 1953 in Wauseon Ohio has gone home to our Heavenly Father on July 26,2026. Preceded in death by his parents Nancy Sharpe and Leon Nash and his son Todd Small. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Tina Nash, Daughter Michele Small, 8 grandchildren Amber Poepel, James Earl, Gage Earl, Halley Small,...

Jul 13, 2026

Linda passed away at her home in Sedona on July 13, 2026.

Additional details and information may be added at a later date in accordance with her family's wishes.

Jul 8, 2026

Carl was born in Vilas, Kansas to Amos and Artia Nelson, and was one of three siblings. He attended North High in Wichita, Kansas, where he met his future wife, Patty Smith. They were married December 30, 1961 in Wichita, Kansas while both attending Kansas State University where Carl was a fraternity brother of Phi Kappa Tau and graduated with...

Jun 25, 2026

Joan Rae Wilson was born in Priest River, Idaho on August 9, 1933 and died in Sedona, Arizona on June 25, 2026. She was 92 years old, less than two months away from her 93rd birthday. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas D. Welsh and Ruth E. Welsh; two husbands, Richard A. Kamlin and Louis Wilson Jr.;...

Jun 24, 2026

Brad passed away at his home in Sedona on June 24, 2026 with his wife, Jodi, by his side.

Additional details and information may be added at a later date in accordance with his family's wishes.

Jun 17, 2026

Coleman Andrew Gentry Jr., passed peacefully on June 17, 2026, at the age of 91. He was born September 23, 1934, in San Diego, California. His life was a testament to the power of curiosity and the unending thrill of exploration.

As a dedicated educator, Coleman poured his passion for astronomy, earth science, our national parks and forests, natural wonders, and...

Jun 13, 2026

Kevin Lawrence Tacik, loving fiancé and partner to Eva Wilczek, passed away June 13, 2026 in Sedona, Arizona, at the age of 51. Born July 22, 1974, he was the son of the late Francis and Lynn Tacik, and beloved stepson to Eloise Tacik. He was a devoted brother to Brian Tacik (Elizabeth Mroz) and Amy Shine (Brian), a loving...

Jun 7, 2026

BORN MOUNDRIDGE, KANSAS, U.S.A. 5/23/1947PASSED AWAY, SEDONA, AZ USA, 6/6/26. 79 YEARSI CALLED HIM THE "VOICE" BECAUSE HE WAS SO DISTINCT.

"JOEL CASEY" TOOK ON THE RADIO AIR NAME IN KANSAS ( DROPPING HIS LAST NAME) IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS FROM RADIO TOP PERSONALITY "CASEY KASEM" HE ADMIRED. HE STARTED SMALL BUT BECAME WELL KNOWN AND RECOGNIZED AS THE ANNOUNCER...

May 28, 2026

Dora entered this life on December 22, 1945 in Scobey, Montana, and entered into rest on May 28, 2026 in Cottonwood, Arizona.

Dora was raised on a cattle Ranch in Scobey and graduated high school there in 1964. After that, she continued on to Kinman Business University in Spokane, Washington.

In 1971, Dora joined the Peace Corps where she worked for two...

May 15, 2026

William “Bill” John Kusner, 88, died on May 15, 2026 in Sedona, AZ. Born on January 16, 1938 in Chicago IL. Bill lived a life marked by dedication – to his family, country and community.

Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years, Justine, his daughter, Ruth Potts, son in law, Michael Potts, and grandson Luke Potts, as well as...

May 10, 2026

Born in the San Francisco Bay Area, David was a fiercely independent philosopher and rebel who loved living and walking beside Sedona's beautiful Oak Creek for the past 14 years.

After a protest-filled graduation at UC Berkeley in the 60's, he greatly enjoyed two year's service with the Peace Corps in the Philippines, followed by post-grad studies and then work in...

May 10, 2026

Rick passed away peacefully at his home in Sedona, Arizona surrounded by family on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Rick proudly served in the US Marine Corps, and served as a police officer for the City of San Diego and San Diego City School District. After retirement he volunteered to serve the Arizona Rangers Mounted Unit with trusty horse "Buddy". He had...