SAMUEL B. PEREZ, 77, of Tucson, AZ was welcomed into Heaven on September 18, 2011. He is survived by his life-long companion of 57 yrs. Celia B. Perez; his children, Sammy B. Perez, Jr. and Cecilia B. Perez; his granddaughters and great-granddaughters; along with his brothers and sisters. Samuel worked for Magma Copper Co. for 35 years and retired in 1992. Afterwards, he dedicated his time at Tony’s Auto Glass. Everyone knew that he was an exceptional father, brother, friend and an Awesome Tata. Samuel loved life and lived it to the fullest, his spirit will never be forgotten. We love you and you will be dearly missed. Samuel is preceded in death by his parents Anselmo and Emigdelia Perez. Visitation will be at Martinez Funeral Chapels on Friday, September 23, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral services will be on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Martinez Funeral Chapels. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery.