Jose was born on June 8th, 1941 in Jalisco, Mexico. As a young man, Jose traveled to California and ultimately settled in Las Vegas in 1963. He found work opportunities in the booming hotel and casino industry where he would work in different capacities for many years. In 1966, Jose met his future wife of 53 years, Evalia Romero Gonzalez. They raised two children in the Las Vegas valley who enjoyed long careers in the casino business and law enforcement. Jose enjoyed an active lifestyle throughout his years. Soccer, racquetball, and eight ball were among his favorites while still finding time to run three Las Vegas marathons. He played several musical instruments and participated in local...

Rosa G. Brizeno 87, of Henderson Nevada passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020 Rosa was born on September 5, 1933 to Teofilo and Esther Garcia in Artesia New Mexico. She graduated from Artesia High School. Rosa was married to the love of her life James Brizeno Sr. on April 24, 1954. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She also worked in retail sales until she retired. Rosa is preceded in death by her husband James Brizeno Sr., parents and two brothers Dooley and Socorro Garcia. Left to carry on her memory are her two sons, James Brizeno Jr., and Jesse Brizeno, brother Felipe Garcia; grandchildren Ryan Brizeno, Krista Brizeno and Lauren Hayag; great...

Sally Ann Wood, 57, of Las Vegas, passed away on October 11th, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sally was born in Duluth, MN., to David and Shirley Wood on August 1st, 1963. Sally is preceded in death by her parents, brother David Wood, and sister Susan wood. Sally is survived by her siblings Jacqueline Maas, Elizabeth Dunkel, Allison Wood, and Cynthia Dacks, as well as many nieces and a nephew. She is also survived by her loved one Eric Sallie, who was with her in life and by her side at death. Funeral services will be held at Davis Funeral Homes and Memorial Park located at 6200 S. Eastern Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89119 on Sunday, October 18th, 2020 with a viewing at 10:00 A.M., service at 11:00 A.M.,...

Doris K. Laughner, 89, beloved Mother, Sister, Grandmother, and Wife, was called to her eternal resting place on September 13, 2020. She entered this world on December 15, 1930 in Indianapolis, Indiana, born to John and Elnora Haines. She is survived by her sons Michael & Craig Ruby; daughter-in-law Tica Rogers; sisters Irma Achey & Phillis Tribby; and 5 grandkids. Doris worked with her husband Dick Laughner as Taxes Plus serving small business in Las Vegas with accounting and tax services for over 15 Years until Dick's passing in 1994 after which she retired to enjoy spending time with family for the past 26 years. Memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hospital for...

Brian Haugen, 54, was called to his eternal resting place, earning his final pair of wings on September 8, 2020. While vacationing in Las Vegas with his wife Traci and daughter Taylor to celebrate their 29th Wedding Anniversary, he was hospitalized with COVID and subsequently passed of COVID complications. Brian grew up in New Brighton where he graduated from Irondale HS. He went on to college at UND where he obtained his pilot's license, then continued to follow his passion of airplanes by proudly serving in the US Air Force, retiring as a Major after 23 years. Most recently, Brian worked at UnitedHealthcare as a Regional Account Executive and was a resident of Andover, as well as a...

Demetrios A. Dalacas, 55, passed away at home on May 16, 2020. Demetri was born on July 29, 1964 to Anthony and Eugenia Dalacas. Though born in California, Demetri proudly identified as a Las Vegas native, having come here was he was only 18 months old. Demetri was a graduate of Western High School, where he was an accomplished athlete and scholar. He graduated with a bachelor's degree from the entrepreneur program at the University of Southern California business school, and later received a Juris Doctorate from the Cooley School of Law and primarily practiced personal injury law. Demetri, also affectionately known as Jimmy, Greek, or simply "D," was beloved by all for his larger than...

Chris R. Klineburger, 92, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away January 8th, 2020 Las Vegas, NV. Chris was born in Bisbee, AZ on November 3rd, 1927. Chris Klineburger, former world-renowned taxidermist, a founding member of Safari Club International and pioneer in opening up hunting opportunities in several countries and remote areas of the world. His contribution to wildlife conservation and hunting achievements were recognized through the many awards and honors he received, including being inducted into the SCI Hunting Hall of Fame. He chronicled his adventurous life in his autobiography "Gamemasters of the World," a large volume with 300,00 words and 660 photos. He is survived by his wife,...

Roberta Jean Runkle, 54, of Las Vegas passed away on January 5, 2020, in Las Vegas. She was born in Las Vegas to Urbano and Fannie Ornelas on June 25, 1965. Roberta was a proud Rancho High School cheerleader and that high and bright spirit never left her. She was incredibly generous, instantly became "Mom" or "Mama Bear" to anyone that came into her home and was a loving wife of 20 years to her husband William (BJ). Roberta loved being outdoors, camping and fishing with her family and she loved nothing more than spending time with her loved ones making memories. She survived by her husband William Runkle, son William (Winnetka) Runkle, son Nicholas Runkle, daughter Trace Runkle, brother...

Buddy passed away on December 31, 2019. He was born on September 7, 1946 in Louisville, Kentucky. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. After the Army he moved to Florida, where he worked at the Florida Power Co. and then moved to Las Vegas in 1973. He was a locksmith for several years, worked at Vegas Security Co. (now VSR) then moved to Nevada Lock Supply Wholesale Lock Company as manager. He finished his career at Caesars Palace Hotel in the Engineering Department before retiring. In his younger years, he was a member of the Las Vegas Boat & Ski Club, racing jet boats in races at Lake Mead before becoming actively involved with White Water Jet Boat...

Kathleen Kazuko Une, 98, of Chicago, passed away on Tuesday, November 19th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kathleen was born in Fresno, California to Tomokichi and Sumi Sakiyama on December 29,1920. She attended Schools from Kindergarten through Highschool and graduated in Japan. She was married first to Maasaki Tajii and then to Kazuo Une. Kathleen is preceded in death by her parents, Tomokichi and Sumi Sakiyama, her sisters Shizuko Iwahashi and Atsuko Sakiyama, and her husband of over 50 years, Kazuo K. Une. Kathleen is survived by her daughters, Keiko and her husband Juan Sauceda, her youngest daughter Dawn Une; her grandchildren William Forrest Rennie III, Michele Sachiko Rennie, and...

Lois Louis Stone of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away on November 15, 2019. Lois joined the US Air Force in 1969 stationed at Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. There she met the love of her life Kenneth Stone. They married in December of 1970. They raised a family together traveling wherever the Air Force sent them. Their adventures included a 4-year tour in New Hampshire, 5 years in San Antonio, and her remaining years were spent at Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada. Lois had 2 years of active duty Air Force and 29 years in the US Air Force as a civilian. Lois retired from the Civil Service in 2007 and she went on to do what she does best, take care of the family. Lois was...

Teresa J. Scott passed away Saturday, October 6, joining her husband, Glen Scott, mother, Judith Thyssen and brother, George Thyssen. A talented seamstress and dressmaker, she started life in Lisbon, Portugal. She joined the world-famous touring show, Holiday on Ice, at 18 and then traveled much of Europe (plus Moscow). It was during this time that she met her husband, Glen. When leaving the show they moved to Las Vegas to create a loving home for their children. Teresa went on to work at the Tropicana's Folies Berger for over 30 years as a seamstress and head of the wardrobe. She is survived by her two daughters, Suzanne Scott and Dr. Chantal Scott-Alpizar; her sons-in-law, Mark Baxter...

On Sept.10,2019 Pasquale passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife at his side, He is now with our Lord free of pain and at peace. Pat is greatly loved by everyone that knew him and he loved all that he knew. Pasquale served in the Korean War and was a proud Veteran who held military honors. Pasquale and Janet moved from Anaheim CA. to Henderson NV in 1997. He worked at the Las Vegas Convention Center for over 20 years as a bartender and loved every minute of it down to the Playboy Bunnies. He loved being around people and meeting new people. He always had a story to tell and all that listened were intrigued, laughing and loved the way he told it (we all know what that means.) ...

Dianne M. Rogots (Blagburn), aged 80, was born September 16, 1938 in Elmhurst Illinois and passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. She is survived by her husband of nearly 43 years, Robert Rogots, brother Robert Blagburn (Mary Lou),cousins Arlene Griffis (Jack) of Las Vegas and Joseph Cline (Joy) of San Francisco, niece Kristen Schweibinz (Steve), nephew Jeff DeYoung, step-children Randy Rogots (Sandi) and Sandra Anderson (Harold) and many close relatives to include cousin Kevin A. Smith of Las Vegas with whom she developed a special bond in the last few years of her life. Dianne was preceded in death by her parents Robert J. and Lucille M. Blagburn, cousins George C. Smith (Ana),...