11/5/2009 6:00:00 AM Eleanore Joan Fanire-Lindquist
Eleanore Joan Fanire-Lindquist
In loving memory of Eleanore Joan Fanire-Lindquist. It is hard to put into words the loss of a beautiful Angel from Kingman, whose journey ended on earth Nov. 1. Eleanore will be missed not just by her family and friends, but by so many others within our community. Eleanore offered a helping hand to anyone in need. She never expected anything in return; she was there when you needed her and was always reaching out to others.
Eleanore was very active in our community, where she sat on many boards and was also an active member for these organizations, to name a few: The Kingman Cancer Center, Senior Center, Kingman Resource Center and Billy's Place, which was named after her brother who preceded her in death.
Eleanore's biggest cause and for what she fought most passionately about was in her effort to get the Kingman area/Mohave County listed as victims of the Downwinders through the federal government's eyes. Over many years, Eleanore wrote letters with supportive evidence and appeared in front of Arizona senators, representatives and governors, and she even addressed this issue before Congress in Washington, D.C.; this is probably the only challenge that Eleanore couldn't get accomplished.
Eleanore received many special recognitions which include the award for Woman Making History Pioneer.
Eleanore was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on July 11, 1943, to Elmore and Johanna Logas; she passed away in Kingman on Nov. 1, 2009. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband, Alex Lindquist; her son, Ron Fanire (Regina); her granddaughter, Lauren Fanire; her great-grandson, Drake; her sister, Joany Legg (John); her brother, Bernard Dehl (Annie); stepdaughter, Liz Newstrom; and her grandsons, Shane, Trey Newstrom and David Anaya. Eleanore is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, plus 12 great-great nieces and nephews.
Those closest to her know that Eleanore was extremely close to her nieces, Bernice, Darlene, Diane and Peggy Lee Dehl, along with her nephews, Jack Legg and Bill Logas. Eleanore was preceded in her death by her parents, Buster and Johanna Logas, and her brother, Billy.
Eleanore's services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the LDS Church on Rutherford. If lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kingman Cancer Care and/or the Kingman Resource Center.
Reader Comments
Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Article comment by:
the Mizell brothers
Ron,
We are very sorry for your loss. As sons, daughters and husbands, we spend all our lives preparing for this moment, but when in comes, nothing can fill the void that is left behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Article comment by:
a neighbor
Today we need citizens to stand up and act; now more than ever. You were a stellar role model. Knowing you made me want to and become a better person. We must fight for our country to maintain individual freedoms.
Posted: Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Article comment by:
Darlene
I miss you Aunt Eleanore. You never complained... You will forever be in my heart.
Posted: Friday, November 06, 2009
Article comment by:
Linda Athens
I am shocked at Eleanore's passing as I just ran into her recently. Her dedication and work for the Downwinders was astonishing along with all the other things she gave herself to.
She personally helped me with a great problem that I will never forget. She and her goodness will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Rest in peace my friend.
Posted: Friday, November 06, 2009
Article comment by:
Cledia Jensen
Eleanore will be missed by many. She was a wonderful Lady. I cannot even put into words how she was loved by all.I am lucky to have known her all .Her good work did not go unnoticed she touched many lives and helped many people. My prayers go out to the family. God bless you all in this time of sadness.
THe scope of all your giving is so large ,so diverse, not one of us can know the "all" of you. Thanks always for being you for Ron and my daughter so long ago. a small instance in the midst of so many others you made sure you touched during your lifetime.
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Bill Kinsey Jr.
My sister Crystel called to give me the bad news.I have known El and her family just about my entire life. Billy, Joannie, John,Ronnie, the whole gang. Good Kingman people.I remember our recent long phone conversations regarding the Downwinder program. You never gave up...You were our parents good friends and friends to our families as we grew up.You were close to my mom right to the end.Thanks for all of the great memories.
You will never be replaced . Kingam has lost a very special person.We will miss you..
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Christina Pfleiderer
I'm so sorry to hear about Eleanore she was the sweetest woman and I'm so glad I had the chance to know her. You are in my prayers.
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Pam Smith ( Safeway)
My prayers are with the family. She will be missed but not forgotten. She was an angel. God Bless you.
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Dave & Roxanne Kinsey
We will never forget you El, you were always so good to us.....Thank you for being such a wonderful family friend...Forever in our hearts, God Bless
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Judy
My prayers go out to all
What a loss of a great longtime friend.
Judy
Posted: Thursday, November 05, 2009
Article comment by:
Dixie
I heard of your passing with pain in my heart. You have the biggest heart of anyone I know. Your place in Heaven is assured, because you will arrive with your own wings. Love you.
