Anne M. DeRose
Anne M. DeRose
Anne Marguerite Spagnuolo DeRose was born in Fowlerville, Mich., on Aug. 5, 1932, and went to be with Our Lord on Dec. 18, 2025. She was the third child of George and Ellen (Diamante) Spagnuolo. She helped their parents who owned the Spagnuolo Candy and Ice Cream company where they manufactured home-made ice cream and candy.
Anne attended Marygrove College in Detroit, Mich., and graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Speech and Drama. She taught at Pershing High School in the English Department in Detroit, Mich. Anne married Paul DeRose in September of 1956 and resided in Lansing, Mich.
Anne and Paul had seven children. Anne returned to teaching and was employed by the Lansing School District. In 1976, still raising children, she completed her Master of Arts degree from Michigan State University.
After the children graduated from college, Paul and Anne journeyed to Arizona where they settled in Sun Lakes. They immediately got involved with the community and parish.
Anne served on the boards for the Sun Lakes Performing Arts Organization (Arizona) and the Chandler Center for the Arts Cultural Foundation.
As a parishioner of St. Steven’s Parish in Sun Lakes, Anne served as Respect Life Coordinator and on the Bereavement Ministry. She also served as President of the Ladies Guild.
Anne’s loves were God, family, friends, the Catholic Faith, the Arts, education/museums, travel, and Bridge/cards.
Preceded in death by her husband, Paul; her parents; two of her sisters: Mary Moody and Dorothy (Peter) Capurro; and brother Frank (Susan) Spagnuolo. She is survived by her children: Jacqueline DeRose, Julie DeRose, Joseph (Julie L) DeRose, Jeanne (James) Peters, Jane (Brian) Bamman, James (Véronik) DeRose, and Joan (Robert) McKinley; three grandchildren: Dominick Peters, Benjamin (Logen) Peters, and Elaina DeRose; sister and brother-in-law: Lenore (Pete) Coscarelli; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service was held at St. Steven’s Catholic Church in Sun Lakes on Jan. 9, 2026. The live stream may be viewed through saintstevensparish.org. Anne was flown back to Michigan for entombment with her husband. A funeral service in Michigan was held at St. Gerard Parish on Jan. 22, 2026. The live stream may be viewed through stgerard.org.
In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation: Pro-Life Arizona (formerly called Life Choices Women’s Clinics) giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/lifechoices or Maggie’s Place maggiesplace.org/donation.
We thank God for the gift of Anne Marguerite Spagnuolo DeRose.
James Ross Willsey
James Ross Willsey
James Ross Willsey passed away on Dec. 31, 2025, at the age of 88. James was born on Sept. 26, 1937, in Pasco, Wash., to the late Evelyn Olbrich Willsey and Ross Oley Willsey.
James earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Arizona State University and built a long and successful career in banking. He was a devout parishioner of St. Stevens Catholic Church and a proud 30-year resident of IronOaks in Sun Lakes, Ariz. James was actively involved and generously gave his time by serving on the IronOaks Board of Directors.
Outside of his profession, James embraced life’s simple pleasures. He loved fly fishing and golf and was an avid reader. He will be deeply missed by all who were lucky to have known him.
James is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years, Carole Willsey; his daughters, Robyn Paulyne Nicholson and Susan Amelia Hollaar; his sons, Michael Ross Willsey and Kirk James Willsey; and grandchildren, Mallory Walters, Jacob Nicholson, R.J. Hollaar, Ashleigh Buchanan, Kate Willsey, Braden Willsey, Audra Willsey, Caleb Willsey, Yvee Willsey, and Dean Willsey.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Dobson Home Hospice of the Valley, who the family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to.
Services for James will be held at a later date.
Climaco Quintero
Climaco Quintero
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Climaco Quintero passed away peacefully on Oct. 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Climaco was the devoted husband of Nohra Quintero, with whom he built a life filled with love and cherished memories. He was a proud father to Diego Quintero and Juan Quintero, a loving father-in-law to Nicole Walsh and Karen, and a devoted grandfather to six grandchildren: Isabel, Elena, and Massimo; and Emma, Abby, and Olivia.
Known for his warm heart and vibrant spirit, Climaco shared a special bond with his brother Olimpo; his sisters Gloria, Amanda, and Margarita; and his sisters-in-law, Matilde Moreno and Teresa Gomez. He will be remembered for his kindness, humor, and unwavering love for family.
A passionate soccer fan, Climaco’s heart always beat a little faster for his beloved Colombian National Team. Whether playing or cheering from the touchlines, the game brought him great joy and connection to his roots.
Throughout his professional life, Climaco worked with dedication and pride as President and co-owner of Accu Grind Cutter Services in Plymouth, Conn. In retirement, he continued to bring his warmth and charisma to his second career at Big Two Toyota, where he formed many meaningful friendships.
Climaco’s legacy is one of love, hard work, generosity, and laughter. He will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Climaco’s memory to The Oliver Wolcott Tech Alumni Fund (75 Oliver St., Torrington, CT 06790), with donations directed to the Precision Machine Shop.
A Celebration of Life was held on Jan. 10, 2026, at Chandler Presbyterian Church.