AJ passed away on May 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family after unexpected medical complications. Born in Morenci, AZ to Ophelia and Richard Espinoza. He graduated from Morenci High School and worked for Phelps Dodge for 20 years. He then pursued his passion of helping people and became a certified flight paramedic. He loved his work and continued saving lives as long as he could. His favorite times were being with family, the outdoors, watching westerns and playing with his grandkids. He is survived by his mother, sisters Lil and Angela, children Vanessa and Chris, Jason and Rachael, grandchildren Ava and Charlotte. He will be remembered as "Dad" "Tata" "jaws" and "mijo". Visitation will be on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, Arizona 85713 from 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 3:00 p.m. Services entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels.