Marco A. Espinoza

Marco A. Espinoza, 76, of Nogales, departed this earthly life on August 17, 2015. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Maria Cecilia Nerey de Espinoza. He will be deeply missed by his sons; Marco Antonio Espinoza, Jr. and Carlos Humberto Espinoza; daughters, Veronica Cecilia Espinoza, Lupita Guadalupe Espinoza and Marcia Patricia Escoba; brother, Jorge Espinoza and 5 grandchildren. One of his favorite things to do was to "cruise" around in the car with his wife, whom he lovingly called "Viejita." Marco enjoyed rooting for his favorite baseball team, the Atlanta Braves. One of the many highlights of his life was being surprised with tickets to the 2001 World Series from his daughter, Veronica. He loved the tranquility of the ocean and he was also amazed with the beauty of camping, where he recently went to Big Lake in the White Mountains with his youngest daughter and son-in-law. His joy revolved around his two grandsons, Pichito and Eddie whom both held a very special place in his heart. Marco remained physically active by routinely taking his early morning bike rides which in turn helped him because he LOVED to eat good food, especially his daughter's tacos dorados. In his pastime, he would work on his '59 Chevy Apache; he was passionate about old model cars. His family has found peace and are comforted knowing that their parents are reunited, again. For he deeply missed the love of his life. In his own words he recently stated about his wife, "she was my first love, my best friend, my wife (and since her passing) it seems I've lost my whole world." Visitation will be on Thursday, August 20, 2015 at Martinez Funeral Chapels-Nogales, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Rosary 7:00 p.m. Mass will be on Friday, August 21, 2015 at San Felipe de Jesus Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Martinez Funeral Chapels, 891 W. Mariposa Rd., Nogales, AZ 85621.