KUYKENDALL, John


The Eastern Arizona Courier, Safford, Arizona ~ August 13, 2014 John Kuykendall, 71, was born in Arkansas on Aug. 30, 1942, and passed away July 29, 2014, in Tucson. He was preceded in death by parents, Earl and Eunice Kuykendall, and son, Cameron Ardrey. He is survived by his wife, Maria Kuykendall; daughter, Teresa Ardrey (Eric Fisher); son, John Kuykendall (Kimberly); daughter-in-law, Debbie Ardrey; stepson, Fred Romero; brother, Joe Kuykendall (Joyce); sister, Earlene Gibson (Bill); four grandchildren and two dogs. John served in the Army and retired from Phelps Dodge mine, where he was a heavy equipment operator. John enjoyed fishing, camping, gold prospecting and woodworking. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.