Grover Eugene Lumbard
Grover Eugene Lumbard, age 89 of Goodyear, AZ, devoted father, grandfather (Grandpa Grove), uncle, Groovy Grove to his many friends, and most beloved husband died June 7, 2018. He was born September 7, 1928 in Dawson, NM to Charles and Pearl Thornbury Lumbard.
Grover lived in the Seattle area from 1940-2004. He married his beloved wife Catherine Schumacher on March 29, 1980 in Seattle, WA. He and Cathy started their married life in Burien, WA. They moved to Arizona where he started his second career as a retiree, but he never stopped living, loving, giving and letting everyone he met know how special they were and how their dreams could come true if they were true to themselves.
He has left his footprints in so many places and hearts: in his work community at P&G Associates, today known as Linc Sales, where his sons are carrying on the legacy of his hard work, in the community of St. Francis of Assisi, Burien, WA; and Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery, Phoenix, AZ; and in his last home community of PebbleCreek and the Pickleball Club he founded in 2007 with his “bestest bud” LouAnn Ashburn. They started with two and grew to about 1500 members. His dream came true because he just knew his dream was meant to be. What a happy and fun life! Remember to laugh always.
Grover is survived by his beloved wife Cathy; sister, Darlene Weir Coshow (Jim); and his six beautiful children from first marriage to Jeannine, Steve Lumbard (Callene), Lola Lumbard Leen, Paula Lumbard (Susan Rennie), Dirk Lumbard (Anderson Ferrell), Doug Lumbard (Darlene), Jeanne Lumbard Federovitch (Eric); seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren (one just a week old) and one more on the way; his extended family, brother-in-law, Robert Schumacher (Erika); and his beautiful nieces, Patti Lumbard Totten (Paul), Cheryl Lumbard Johnson (Rick).
Grover is predeceased by his father, Charles; mother, Pearl Thornbury Lumbard; brothers, Norman, Charles (“Buddy”), Warren Weir; and sister Pauline Lumbard. They are so excited to have him home.
May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, stand guard over our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen, Amen.
A celebration of Grover’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery, 8502 W Pinchot Ave, Phoenix, AZ.
In lieu of flowers, Grover would like you to remember Our Lady of Guadalupe (olgmonastery.com) or Hospice of the Valley (hov.org). Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Colonel Randy C. Siepmann (USAF Ret)
Randy Clair Siepmann, 71, passed away peacefully at home in Goodyear, AZ on May 23, 2018 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born May 23, 1947 in Mason City, IA to Clair and Carole Siepmann. Randy grew up and graduated from high school in Jesup, IA, and graduated from Coe College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. He received a Master of Science degree in Aviation Management from Embry-Riddle University in 1984.
Randy was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the Air Force in 1969 and began a 29-year career that took him all over the world. He served in the Vietnam War and received the Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters, Air Medal with seven oak leaf clusters, Air Force Commendation Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal.
Randy is survived by his wife Susan of 43 years; sons, Jon, Scott (Rachel Conner), Jeffrey (Carrie); daughter Kristin (Dominic) Catania; his six grandchildren, Jack, Kira, Luke, C.J., Isaiah and Blaire; and his sister, Sue Ellen Griego. He was preceded in death by his parents Clair and Carole Siepmann.
Randy enjoyed woodworking, camping, home improvement projects, reading, action movies, cigars and good wine. He was the ultimate die-hard Nebraska Cornhusker fan!
A memorial service was held on Friday, June 15, 2018, at Thompson Funeral Chapel. Burial was at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona with full military honors. A reception followed at the family home.
Memorials may be sent to Hospice of the West, 21410 N 19th Ave Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 85027 or to Duet, 10000 North 31st Avenue, Suite D200, Phoenix, AZ 85051. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.