Arlene Ascencio
Arlene Ascencio
Arlene Ascencio, loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother “Gramsie,” and cherished friend of many, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024.
Born Sept. 12, 1937, and raised in Chicago, Ill., she lived in New Jersey and worked in New York City before moving to the PebbleCreek community in 2001. She truly loved her community.
“R” was a past president of the Singles Club and a devoted “Kare Bear.” She greatly enjoyed many activities like bocce ball, Mexican train, card games, and Wii bowling with her dear friends. She was a great fan of the arts, loved opera, jazz, and the symphony. She loved cooking and entertaining her friends with that gift.
Arlene’s biggest smiles came from sharing facetime with her great–grandchildren and sharing those stories.
She is predeceased by her daughter Susan (1992). Arlene is survived by her daughter Tina Barker (Alan), her granddaughters Alicia Gonzalez (Richard), Andrea Caruso (Michael), and her four great–grandchildren Brenden, Ashton, Wesley, and Rosalie.
She will be greatly missed by so many.
A Celebration of Life event was held Oct. 26.
Philip Robert Lubman
Philip Robert Lubman
Philip Robert Lubman, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and brother, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024 in Phoenix, Ariz., at the age of 77, after a brief battle with cancer. Born in 1946 in London, England, Phil lived most of his adult life in Canada before retiring to the United States, where he continued to lead a life rich with love, passion, and creativity.
Phil was the devoted husband to Nancy Felstein, with whom he shared many cherished years. He was the loving father of Ashton Lubman (Robyn Kelly), and the caring stepfather to Joe Felstein (Helen), Paul Felstein, and Dawn Hume. His family was his pride and joy, and he took immense pleasure in spending time with his grandchildren: Aaron, Kendall, Nathan, and Olivia. He is also survived by his sister Sharon, with whom he shared a close bond.
Phil had a profound passion for music, cartoons, and comics. He was deeply involved in the music industry as a producer and record company executive. Originally in the UK, Phil moved to Canada in the 1970s and became the president of P.J. Imports. In 1978, he co-founded Bomb Records, a venture that marked a significant contribution to the Canadian music scene. In 1998, he co-founded the musicmusicmusic corporate venture, one of the internet’s first radio stations, pioneering the way music was shared and enjoyed online. He also provided input to the U.S. Congress on the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1997.
A true music enthusiast, Phil enjoyed collecting record albums, amassing an impressive collection that reflected his diverse tastes and deep appreciation for the art form. He also found immense joy and fulfillment in directing his Rock & Roll shows in the PebbleCreek Community, where he was a treasured and respected figure.
A dog lover, Phil’s home was always filled with the joyful barks and wagging tails of his cherished canine companions. His love for dogs was just another testament to his kind and nurturing spirit.
Phil’s kindness, creativity, and dedication to his family and community will be remembered by all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held later in the fall.