Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home

05/14/2026

Torrance Elizabeth Albaugh, known lovingly to many as “Tori”, was born on October 22, 2001, in Witchita Falls, Texas and passed away on April 17, 2026, in Fairbanks, Alaska. She lived her life with intelligence, passion, courage, and she left behind a legacy that will continue to inspire everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She was the beloved Daughter of Amanda Schuiteman and Robert Albaugh Jr. she was also cherished by her step-parents: John Schuiteman and Dana Albaugh. She was the loving sister to Tanner Albaugh and Cameron Schuiteman. She was also deeply loved by her grandparents: Robert Albaugh Sr., Lorna Albaugh and Norm Fox more than anyone will ever know. Also a very special thank you to her best friend Sarah Glass, we are forever grateful and to all the Aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.

Tori was the kind of person who made an impact simply by being present. She carried herself with a quiet strength that became unmistakable the moment she entered a room. She was thoughtful, determined, and deeply engaged with the world around her. Those who knew her best will remember a young woman who did not merely move through life, but who met it head on with purpose, heart, and conviction, in becoming more than circumstances ever asked of her.

Tori earned her High School Diploma from Cyberlynx Homeschool and Correspondence School as the Class of 2020.

The words intelligent, passionate, and courageous describe Tori well, but they do not fully capture the depth of who she was. She was intelligent in the way she observed the world and made sense of it. She was passionate in the way she cared, the way she spoke, and the way she stood for what mattered to her. She was courageous in the way she faced challenges, in the way she kept going, and in the way she lived with authenticity. Her life reminds us that courage is not always loud, and strength is not always visible at first glance. Sometimes the most powerful people are the ones who keep showing up, keep believing, and keep pushing through.

Tori’s life was a message to all who knew her. It was a reminder that every day is an opportunity to live with intention. It was a reminder that even a brief life can leave a lasting mark when it is lived with heart. It was a reminder that the way we treat others, the way we carry ourselves, and the way we meet adversity all matter deeply. She inspired others by being herself, and that is a gift that cannot be measured.

Though her time on earth was far too short, her family and friends will carry her forward in their hearts and minds. Her story is one of strength, individuality, and perseverance, and it deserves to be remembered with gratitude and pride.

May those who loved Tori take comfort in knowing that her life mattered, her spirit mattered, and her presence made a difference. She will be remembered not only for the dates that marked her life, but for the energy, determination, and the light she brought into the world. Her journey may have ended, but the impact of her life will continue to speak volumes for years to come.

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05/13/2026

Deciding who to invite is a personal choice that should reflect your loved one’s life and connections. We are here to help you plan a service that feels right in every way. Learn more about our funeral services on our website: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/service-options

05/13/2026

Keith Brian Michael Gianni was born on September 17, 1942, in New York City in Greenwich Village to Italian immigrants, Clara and CV Gianni. He was the eldest of 3 sons. He went on to become a father and grandfather, a physician, and an Alaskan adventurer, living a life marked by curiosity and hard work. He passed away on April 30, 2026 in Fairbanks, Alaska leaving behind a legacy of service and adventure.

He became an Eagle Scout, and joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when he was 18. He attended Franklin & Marshall College before earning his medical degree in internal medicine from Stanford University School of Medicine, an accomplishment he remained deeply proud of throughout his life.

He was drafted into the U.S. military in 1966, with his service deferred as he completed his medical training, including an internship and residency at the University of Utah, where he was selected as chief resident. That military assignment brought him and his family to Alaska in 1971, where he served as an internal medicine physician at Fort Wainwright and was promoted to Major. After his military service, he built a medical career in Fairbanks spanning 40+ years, where many patients later shared with his family that he saved their lives.

He had wide-ranging interests and a distinct powerful personality.

He loved Alaska, and he rarely left. As a bush pilot flying his Super Cubs, he loved adventure and the Alaskan wilderness. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, often flying out to remote lakes, catching rainbow trout, and putting them in the floats of his plane to bring home for dinner. He created memories with family and friends at his cabins on Harding Lake and The Clearwater river, where they gathered to boat, swim, barbecue, and enjoy one another’s company.

He also thought of himself as a farmer. For many years, the family maintained an extensive garden, which he tilled with his orange Kubota tractor, and they built a root cellar to store the harvest through the Alaskan winters. There were also a few years when the family kept a drift of pigs, a goat, a horse, a rabbit, and beehives. He was proud of his iris and rhubarb plants at his river home, and one of the last things he talked about with family before passing was, in his words, his “gigantic rhubarb.”

He was an avid supporter of the arts, especially opera, and a longtime supporter of the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival. He collected Alaskan art extensively, and much of his collection was later donated and can be seen at the Noel Wien Public Library in Fairbanks and the North Pole Public Library. He was also known for his signature Mickey Mouse ties and apparel. He delighted in good food of all kinds, especially Italian and Thai cuisine. He loved See’s Candy and referred to it as “parent candy” (that everyone knew he hid under his bed).

He shared four children with Ellen Nielson Gianni: Ellen, Christian, David, and Rachel, and was very supportive of their pursuits and education. He encouraged them to follow their interests and took pride in their accomplishments. He loved his eleven grandchildren: Nicolas, Luke, Olympia, Penelope, Katelyn, Bennett, Ingrid, Henry, Logan, Caspian, and Naomi. He made each feel remembered by reaching out on their birthdays and delighting in their phone calls and visits.

He served as a bishop in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as a scoutmaster, and as a Sunday school teacher of eight-year-old children, helping prepare them for baptism. He was known for hosting homemade pizza parties and taking them to the lake.

His grandchildren remember simple moments with him like catching squirrels on his deck by the river and picking strawberries together from his garden boxes. They also have fond memories of launching kayaks from his front lawn and watching him wave at them as they drifted down river. He was always eager to take them to Hotlicks Ice Cream, sometimes even twice a day. All were equal parts fascinated and terrified by the grizzly bear rug on his floor from one of his hunts, complete with glass eyeballs and a removable plastic tongue.

His children feel gratitude for his support and the pride he took in them. He will be remembered as someone who pursued life fully and created adventure and experiences for those around him.

He will be laid to rest in the Fountain Green, Utah, Cemetery.

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05/13/2026

Patrick John (PJ) Gesin, 64, passed away surrounded by loved ones on April 30, 2026, in Fairbanks, Alaska, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born July 25, 1961, PJ was a man of diverse talents and deep character; a master carpenter and rugged outdoorsman who was just as comfortable commanding the stage as a he was a large construction project or a family adventure. PJ was a devoted family man whose legacy is defined by his profound wisdom and his enduring spirit of adventure.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rusty; children Darin (Danielle) Gesin and Lilly (Seth) Miller; three grandchildren, Quinn, Hazel, and Elijah; siblings Julie McDougall and Tony Gesin; parents Jay Gesin and Marleyne Hunter, and in-laws Joy and Robin McDougall.

PJ leaves behind a history of adventures, and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and many friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Patrick Franus, and siblings Darin Joseph Franus and Dawn Gesin. Details regarding a celebration of life will follow.

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05/10/2026

Mother’s Day is a time to show appreciation for the women who have shaped us with care and compassion. Wishing you a day filled with gratitude and connection.

05/08/2026

Keith Brian Michael Gianni was born on September 17, 1942, in New York City in Greenwich Village to Italian immigrants, Clara and CV Gianni. He was the eldest of 3 sons. He went on to become a father and grandfather, a physician, and an Alaskan adventurer, living a life marked by curiosity and hard work. He passed away on April 30, 2026 in Fairbanks, Alaska leaving behind a legacy of service and adventure.

He became an Eagle Scout, and joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when he was 18. He attended Franklin & Marshall College before earning his medical degree in internal medicine from Stanford University School of Medicine, an accomplishment he remained deeply proud of throughout his life.

He was drafted into the U.S. military in 1966, with his service deferred as he completed his medical training, including an internship and residency at the University of Utah, where he was selected as chief resident. That military assignment brought him and his family to Alaska in 1971, where he served as an internal medicine physician at Fort Wainwright and was promoted to Major. After his military service, he built a medical career in Fairbanks spanning 40+ years, where many patients later shared with his family that he saved their lives.

He had wide-ranging interests and a distinct powerful personality.

He loved Alaska, and he rarely left. As a bush pilot flying his Super Cubs, he loved adventure and the Alaskan wilderness. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, often flying out to remote lakes, catching rainbow trout, and putting them in the floats of his plane to bring home for dinner. He created memories with family and friends at his cabins on Harding Lake and The Clearwater river, where they gathered to boat, swim, barbecue, and enjoy one another’s company.

He also thought of himself as a farmer. For many years, the family maintained an extensive garden, which he tilled with his orange Kubota tractor, and they built a root cellar to store the harvest through the Alaskan winters. There were also a few years when the family kept a drift of pigs, a goat, a horse, a rabbit, and beehives. He was proud of his iris and rhubarb plants at his river home, and one of the last things he talked about with family before passing was, in his words, his “gigantic rhubarb.”

He was an avid supporter of the arts, especially opera, and a longtime supporter of the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival. He collected Alaskan art extensively, and much of his collection was later donated and can be seen at the Noel Wien Public Library in Fairbanks and the North Pole Public Library. He was also known for his signature Mickey Mouse ties and apparel. He delighted in good food of all kinds, especially Italian and Thai cuisine. He loved See’s Candy and referred to it as “parent candy” (that everyone knew he hid under his bed).

He shared four children with Ellen Nielson Gianni: Ellen, Christian, David, and Rachel, and was very supportive of their pursuits and education. He encouraged them to follow their interests and took pride in their accomplishments. He loved his eleven grandchildren: Nicolas, Luke, Olympia, Penelope, Katelyn, Bennett, Ingrid, Henry, Logan, Caspian, and Naomi. He made each feel remembered by reaching out on their birthdays and delighting in their phone calls and visits.

He served as a bishop in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as a scoutmaster, and as a Sunday school teacher of eight-year-old children, helping prepare them for baptism. He was known for hosting homemade pizza parties and taking them to the lake.

His grandchildren remember simple moments with him like catching squirrels on his deck by the river and picking strawberries together from his garden boxes. They also have fond memories of launching kayaks from his front lawn and watching him wave at them as they drifted down river. He was always eager to take them to Hotlicks Ice Cream, sometimes even twice a day. All were equal parts fascinated and terrified by the grizzly bear rug on his floor from one of his hunts, complete with glass eyeballs and a removable plastic tongue.

His children feel gratitude for his support and the pride he took in them. He will be remembered as someone who pursued life fully and created adventure and experiences for those around him.

He will be laid to rest in the Fountain Green, Utah cemetery.

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05/08/2026

For those whose mothers are no longer here, this time of year can feel especially tender. Today, we honor the bond that continues through remembrance and love.

05/07/2026

Patrick John (PJ) Gesin, 64, passed away surrounded by loved ones on April 30, 2026, in Fairbanks, Alaska, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born July 25, 1961, PJ was a man of diverse talents and deep character; a master carpenter and rugged outdoorsman who was just as comfortable commanding the stage as a he was a large construction project or a family adventure. PJ was a devoted family man whose legacy is defined by his profound wisdom and his enduring spirit of adventure.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rusty; children Darin (Danielle) Gesin and Lilly (Seth) Miller; three grandchildren, Quinn, Hazel, and Elijah; siblings Julie McDougall and Tony Gesin; parents Jay Gesin and Marleyne Hunter, and in-laws Joy and Robin McDougall.

PJ leaves behind a history of adventures, and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and many friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Patrick Franus, and siblings Darin Joseph Franus and Dawn Gesin. Details regarding a celebration of life will follow

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05/06/2026

In Loving memory of Torrance"Tori" Elizabeth Albaugh

05/06/2026

A cremation ceremony can be held in a place that feels right for your loved one, whether traditional or more personal. What matters most is creating a meaningful space to gather and remember. Learn more about our cremation services on our website: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/service-options

05/04/2026

Losing a loved one is never easy, but families across Alaska have trusted us for over 60 years to provide care, guidance, and peace of mind. Learn more about our funeral and cremation services here: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/service-options