▰ Wesley Austin Soland Died October 24, … More Information | Wesley Austin Soland, born June 24, 1924 entered into eternal rest October 24, 1991 in Tucson, Arizona. Wesley was 67. |
▰ Scott Brooks Soland Died May 28, … More Information |
Scott Brooks Soland, of Arizona, born in Nebraska, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 28, 1998. Scott was 45. Obituary published: May 29, 1998 in "AZStar" |
▰ Dorothy Sophia Soland Died March 20, … More Information | Dorothy Sophia Soland, born February 25, 1926 died on March 20, 2019 in Tucson, Arizona. Dorothy was 93. |
▰ Donald Eldrige Soland Died January 01, … More Information | |
▰ Jeannette Solakian Died June 30, … More Information | Jeannette Solakian, born June 8, 1943 went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. Jeannette was 77. |
▰ Jeannette Solakian Died June 30, … More Information | Jeannette Solakian, born June 8, 1943 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her June 30, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. Jeannette was 77. |
▰ Eli Solaja Died April 06, … More Information |
Eli Solaja, born April 5, 1934 went to be with his Lord and Savior April 6, 2011 in Arizona. Eli was 77.
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Obituary: Ilija Solaja My dad was born in of 1934 in a town called Sokolovac, Province of Leka, Yugoslavia, which is now in the country of Croatia. Because Ilija was very young when all records were destroyed by the war and Ilijas parents were both deceased at an early age, consequently there was no one of authority who knew of his exact birth date. Ilija is an name that is given to those that are born in the month of . My father always believed he was born sometime in and his personality was a Leo, if there ever was one. He was a born leader. Ilijas Father was also named Ilija and his mothers name was Soka Kocka. Three siblings with Ilija being the oldest. Sister Marda Solaja Sister Saja Milica Solaja Brother Dusan Solaja Grandfather on fathers side was also Ilija Solaja Grandmother Soka Aunt (grandfathers sister) Milicia Uncle Petar Uncle Nikoli Family owned a wood crafting shop and blacksmith shop Grandfather on mothers side was Bozo Grandmother Soka (both grandmothers were named Soka) When Ilijas father was dying he asked his sister Milicia to raise his four children. She tried as much as she could but was only able to help with two, which were Dusan and Marda. Ilija and Saja were moved to orphanages. She waited until later in her life to get married, keeping her promise to her brother to see that his children were raised to the best of her ability. Ilija grew up on the banks of the Raka River and every he remembers going to dinner at the home of his grandparents Bozo and Soka. When his parents both died, and World War II began, Ilija went from orphanage to orphanage always trying to run away to find a home that he could live in, because of the war, there wasn enough money for families to support their own let alone raising another young boy. When he escaped to Austria in May of 1951 he was only sixteen. Because eighteen was the legal age there, my father said his birthday was 5th. This is why he always considered that day as his true birthday. The birth of his new life and freedom. Austria would be his home until he had enough money to leave for America. He lived in a camp of sorts where he did odd jobs and started a short career in boxing. During these four years my father went to school to become a Master Mechanic, which would help him with his life job. Ilija came to Chicago in of 1955 and lived in a home that allowed boarders to stay for a nominal fee. The owner of this home was a woman he called Teta Babavich who befriended him. My father met my Mom Babe at a dance at St. Michaels Serbian Orthodox Church in South Chicago in of 1955. Nine months later my father married the love of his life, my Mom Babe, out of Teta Babavichs home on 26, 1956. My parents always said when they first met, that they each thought the other had come from money, until Dad took my Mom to pick out her engagement ring and told her to pick whichever one she desired. When she picked the most expensive one, she said my father looked like he would faint. That is when she realized that life as she knew it, would change forever. buying her the ring of her dreams, she soon found out that my dad came to America with beautiful clothes, jewelry, etc. from an uncle in France, a carton of cigarettes, and thirteen dollars in his pocket. First living in East Chicago, then moving to the East Side, South Chicago, and buying a home at 9861 Avenue H. There my parents raised four children: Steve Solaja born on 20, 1958 Eileen Solaja born on 14, 1960 Dan Solaja born on 11, 1962 Lana Solaja born on 12, 1969 Ilija started working for Inland Steel in 1956 as a laborer until he retired as General Mechanical Foreman in 1988. His nickname at the mill was The Bull because everyone knew when they worked his shift it was going to be a long one! My Mom remembers my father being a great dancer and my father had the uncanny ability to repair any and everything. I don ever remember having to call a repair man for anything. Whether it was adding on to his home or repairing our car, nothing was impossible for him. Even after retirement he was known as Mr. Fix It of Sun lakes. My Mom has fond memories of going to the dance hall every night and dancing the night away. My dad was always a great dancer. His favorite pastime was golf. I remember him trying to steal time away to get in 18 holes. He was able to golf whenever he wanted after he retired, even golfing in a league in Sun Lakes. Three to four times a week he would get up at the crack of dawn and take off in his little golf cart. hitting the 19th hole on afternoons he would come home and say Babe whats to eat? Knowing he was a little vulnerable at the time, Mom would say othing and usually he would take her out for dinner with Andy and Lana to the casino where he loved to play his quarter slot machines. Mom and Dad used to love going to the casino for dinner, drinks, and listen to the music so they could dance. We would sometimes catch Mom hiding from Dad because he would always lose all his money first and then come find her for more. Ilija and Babe have 9 Grandchildren: Steve and Viki Solaja Sons Steve and continued... |
▰ Maria Luisa Solaiza Died April 06, … More Information |
Maria Luisa Solaiza died unexpectedly on April 6, 1996 at the age of 83 in Arizona. Obituary published: April 07, 1996 in "AZ-Republic" |
▰ Rosalie Soladar Died August 31, … More Information |
Rosalie Soladar left this earth on August 31, 2009 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Arizona. Obituary published: September 01, 2009 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Keith Charles Solace Died December 14, … More Information |
Keith Charles Solace, born June 21, 1946 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 14, 2014 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Keith was 68.
Family members and close friends: , Ray And Barbara Extract, Mike Kitchen, Lorna ( Waller ) Barklow, Jim And Barb Korsmo, Lynne, Greg And Barb Wienand |
▰ Valencia Mary Ann Sola Died September 28, … More Information | Valencia Mary Ann Sola, born May 28, 1927 died September 28, 2014 in Chandler, Arizona. Valencia was 87. |
▰ Valencia Sola Died September 28, … More Information | Valencia Sola, born May 28, 1927 died on September 28, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. Valencia was 87. |
▰ Valencia Sola Died September 28, … More Information | Valencia Sola, born May 28, 1927 entered into eternal rest September 28, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. Valencia was 87. |
▰ Valencia Mary Ann Sola Died September 28, … More Information | Valencia Mary Ann Sola, born May 28, 1927 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 28, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. Valencia was 87. |
▰ Sigurd Sola Died August 15, … More Information | Sigurd Sola, born January 17, 1933 passed away peacefully August 15, 2019 in Mesa, Arizona. Sigurd was 86. |
▰ Robert Salvatore Sola Died January 25, … More Information |
Robert Salvatore Sola, born March 16, 1936 died on January 25, 2018 in Sun City, Arizona. Robert was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Jack Metcalfe, Adam Bronnenkant, Mariah Fleming, David Fahey, Kathy Nassar, Cheryl Lang ( Bridges ), Sam Nassif, Deborah Kress Burkett, Les And Fay Brattain, Dina Sayegh Doll, Bob Tolar, Bill Lame, John Putnam |
▰ James Sola Died March 06, … More Information |
James Sola, of Arizona, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 6, 2002. James was 75. Obituary published: March 07, 2002 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Clara "Calogera Bonomo" Sola Died December 04, … More Information |
Clara "Calogera Bonomo" Sola, age 95 of Arizona, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master December 4, 2004. Obituary published: December 05, 2004 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Tony Sol, Jr Died September 14, … More Information | Tony Sol, Jr , born December 31, 1968 entered eternal life September 14, 2020 in Tucson, Arizona. Tony was 51. |
▰ Harold C Sr Sokup Died September 24, … More Information |
Harold C Sr Sokup, of Tempe, Arizona, died on September 24, 1998. Harold was 80. Obituary published: September 25, 1998 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Joy Marie Sokolowski Died February 17, … More Information |
Joy Marie Sokolowski, born April 9, 1952 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 17, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona. Joy was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Annie Hartley |
▰ Jessica Rose Sokolowski Died January 27, … More Information |
Jessica Rose Sokolowski, of Arizona, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 27, 2009. Jessica was 90. Obituary published: January 28, 2009 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Nina H Sokoloff Died November 24, … More Information | Nina H Sokoloff, born January 6, 1923 entered Heaven's gates on November 24, 2011 in Tucson, Arizona. Nina was 88. |
▰ Francis Richard Sokolik Died February 27, … More Information |
Francis Richard Sokolik, of Arizona, passed from this world into the next February 27, 2002. Francis was 46. Obituary published: February 28, 2002 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Francis R Sokolik Died February 28, … More Information |
Francis R Sokolik passed away February 28, 2002 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Obituary published: March 01, 2002 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)" |
▰ Francis R Sokolik Died February 26, … More Information |
Francis R Sokolik, age 46 of Arizona, born in Yonkers, New York, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 26, 2002. Obituary published: February 27, 2002 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Anna L (Sanford) Sokola Died March 24, … More Information |
Anna L (Sanford) Sokola, age 84 of Arizona, born in Tittabawasee Twp, Michigan, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master March 24, 2001. Obituary published: March 25, 2001 in "Flint Journal (MI)" |
▰ Anna L Sokola Died March 24, … More Information |
Anna L Sokola, age 84 of Arizona, born in Mt Morris, Michigan, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 24, 2001. Obituary published: March 25, 2001 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Koloman Sokol Died January 21, … More Information |
Koloman Sokol, age 100 of Arizona passed away January 21, 2003. Obituary published: January 22, 2003 in "Tucson Citizen" |
▰ John Joseph Sokol Died November 30, … More Information |
John Joseph Sokol, of Arizona, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before John November 30, 2001. John was 79. Obituary published: December 01, 2001 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ John A Sr Sokol Died September 23, … More Information |
John A Sr Sokol, age 87 of Arizona passed away September 23, 2004. Obituary published: September 24, 2004 in "Evening Telegram (NY)" |
▰ Jerry Sokol Died February 12, … More Information |
Jerry Sokol, of Arizona, went to be with the Lord on February 12, 2007. Jerry was 44. Obituary published: February 13, 2007 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Jeannette A (Niebel) Sokol Died September 09, … More Information |
Jeannette A (Niebel) Sokol, age 81 of Arizona, born in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away September 9, 2006. Obituary published: September 10, 2006 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Cora I Miss Sokol Died January 06, … More Information |
Cora I Miss Sokol, of Arizona, born in North Dakota, went to be with her Lord and Savior January 6, 1998. Obituary published: January 07, 1998 in "AZ-Republic" |
▰ Bronislaus M Sokol Died August 15, … More Information |
Bronislaus M Sokol died unexpectedly on August 15, 2002 at the age of 86 in Arizona. Obituary published: August 16, 2002 in "Tucson Citizen" |
▰ Andre B Sokey Died March 07, … More Information |
Andre B Sokey, of Arizona, went into the presence of the Lord on March 7, 2006. Andre was 89. Obituary published: March 08, 2006 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Urias Dane Soke Died February 08, … More Information |
Urias Dane Soke, age 4 of Arizona, went to be with the Lord on February 8, 2007. Obituary published: February 09, 2007 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Meinrad Leroy Soke Died August 04, … More Information |
Meinrad Leroy Soke died unexpectedly on August 4, 2005 at the age of 59 in Arizona. Obituary published: August 05, 2005 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Gail Myrna Soke Died April 23, … More Information |
Gail Myrna Soke, age 45 of Laveen, Arizona, passed away peacefully April 23, 1996. Obituary published: April 24, 1996 in "AZ-Republic" |
▰ Leslie W Colonel Sokay Died March 11, … More Information |
Leslie W Colonel Sokay, of Arizona, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 11, 2010. Leslie was 88. Obituary published: March 12, 2010 in "OttawaDT (IL)" |
▰ Thomas N Sr Sokatch Died October 01, … More Information |
Thomas N Sr Sokatch, age 71 of Arizona, entered eternal life October 1, 2011. Obituary published: October 02, 2011 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ John William "Bill" Sokatch Died March 27, … More Information |
John William "Bill" Sokatch, of Phoenix, Arizona, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before John March 27, 2001. John was 64. Obituary published: March 28, 2001 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ John Sokatch Died February 24, … More Information |
John Sokatch, 97, of Glendale, Arizona departed this life February 24, 1998. Obituary published: February 25, 1998 in "AZ-Republic" |
▰ John Sokatch Died February 21, … More Information |
John Sokatch, of Glendale, Arizona, joined the Lord February 21, 1998. John was 97. Obituary published: February 22, 1998 in "AZ-Republic" |
▰ Markus Sokar Died August 18, … More Information |
Markus Sokar left this earth on August 18, 2002 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Sabino Canyon, Arizona. Obituary published: August 19, 2002 in "Tucson Citizen" |
▰ Patricia K (Kaufmann) Sojka Died March 12, … More Information |
Patricia K (Kaufmann) Sojka, age 62 of Arizona, born in Houston, Texas, went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2009. Obituary published: March 13, 2009 in "Bisbee R" |
▰ Patricia K (Kaufman) Sojka Died March 07, … More Information |
Patricia K (Kaufman) Sojka, of Arizona, born in Houston, Texas, died on March 7, 2009. Patricia was 62. Obituary published: March 08, 2009 in "Bisbee R" |
▰ Frank Sojka Died October 10, … More Information |
Frank Sojka, age 88 of Arizona, went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2006. Obituary published: October 11, 2006 in "AZ Republic" |
▰ Bruce Alan Sojka Died February 04, … More Information |
Bruce Alan Sojka, of Lakeside, Arizona, died on February 4, 1995. Bruce was 50. Obituary published: February 05, 1995 in "Tri-Valley Herald (CA)" |
▰ Bruce Alan Sojka Died February 04, … More Information |
Bruce Alan Sojka, of Lakeside, Arizona, went to be with the Lord on February 4, 1996. Bruce was 50. Obituary published: February 05, 1996 in "Tri-Valley Herald" |
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