Ruben A. Perez, 53, of Tucson, Az passed away on August 18, 2014. Ruben left us to be with his Heavenly Father after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife; Frances, his son; Ruben Jr. his sisters; Rose Marie and Victoria (Daryl) Miller and brother; Robert. Preceded in death by his parents Asuncion and Victoriana and his sister; Mary Ellen. Ruben was well respected in the Tucson Air National Guard for 33 years. His passions were hunting, golfing and hanging out with friends. Special thanks to all our family and friends for their support. We're going to miss your warm smile and your caring heart. Until we meet again "babe-I love you"! Visitation will be at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Ave. on Friday August 22, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. with an 8:30 a.m. Rosary. A Mass will be held at St. John's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS