Obituaries
Albert "Paddy" Rivera Astorga
Jan 14, 2018
Albert Rivera Astorga, 83, of Tucson passed away on January 14, 2018. He is survived by 5 children; brother, Peewee Astorga (Vicky); sister, Margie Romero; 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He was a Tucson Golden Glove Champion in 1962 and remained a huge fan of the sport. He served in the United States Marine Corps. In his past-time he liked...
Elvira C. Padilla
Jan 9, 2018
Elvira C. Padilla, 96, was surrounded by her family when she went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rafael S. Padilla; son, Louis Padilla and daughter, Carmen Padilla. She is survived by her sons, Frank Padilla (Elizabeth), Ralph Padilla (Bertha), David Padilla (Marge), Ray "Herbie" Padilla...
Anthony Quintela
Jan 6, 2018
Anthony Quintela, 61, of Tucson, Arizona was unexpectedly taken from us on January 6, 2018. Born in New Jersey, Anthony spent his entire life in Tucson, Arizona, and there was nothing he loved more than the Wildcats (except his grandkids of course). Anthony attended Tucson High School and graduated in the class of 1973. Anthony was a prolific tradesman, having worked...
Felipe Fuentes Sr
Dec 31, 2017
Felipe Fuentes Sr, 89, passed away in Nogales, Arizona on 12/31/2017 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 63 years: Carmen Fuentes; Sons; Felipe Jr. Ruben, and Arturo; Daughters: Judith and Paty; Brother; Jesus Fuentes. Services will be Thursday, January 4, 2018. Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. Mass Celebration at San...
Carlos Benjamin Guzman
Dec 30, 2017
Carlos Benjamin Guzman Jr. gifted us with 26 years of laughter, merriment, and unconditional love before he ascended into heaven December 30th, 2017. He was born March 28th, 1991, a son to Carlos and Esther Guzman, and beloved brother to Irene Guzman and Armando Guzman. He was also an incredible fiance and best friend to Ashley Pacelli, and ultimately, greatly loved by all...
Jonas Cesar Riviera
Dec 29, 2017
Our beloved, Jonas, was granted his angel wings on December 29, 2017 at the precious age of 10 years old. He is survived by his parents; Dianna, Jacqueline, Michael and Julio; brothers, Jaiden, Jeremias and Caesar; sisters, Jadira and Jasmin; maternal grandmother, Maria De Los Angeles; paternal grandparents, Delia and Grace; greatgrandmother, Paula; and many cousins and friends. Jonas' favorite sport...
Orlando "Orly" L. Urbina
Dec 27, 2017
Orlando passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, December 27, 2017. He was born on March 15, 1942 in Tucson, AZ, where he lived and shared his life with us until his passing at the age of 75. He is preceded in death by his parents, Delia L. & Fernando A. Urbina, brothers, Fernando L. Urbina, Raul L. Urbina and sister Alice Leon. He is...
Gilbert Sanchez Montaño
Dec 27, 2017
Gilbert Sanchez Montaño 62, was freed from all of his pain and suffering on December 27, 2017 in Tucson, surrounded my his loving family. He is now rejoicing in Heaven with his parents, D. Joe and Maria Teresa Montaño and nephew, Jasper Tapia. He is survived by sisters; Margie M. Tapia (Manny) and Blanca Ruiz; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Montaño (Kathy) and Roy Montaño (Maggie). He never had any children, but loved...
Robert William Ollendick
Dec 24, 2017
Robert William Ollendick, 74, passed away at home in Tubac, AZ on December 24, 2017. He is survived by his Wife: Gabrielle Webber Ollendick; Son: Johnathan William; Daughter: Helen Meads; Brothers: Jim Ollendick, Dave Ollendick, and Time Ollendick; Sister: Merrilee Ollendick; and nieces and nephews. Arrangements entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels.
Louie S. Cañez
Dec 22, 2017
Louie S. Cañez passed away ten days after his 85th birthday on December 22, 2017. He is survived by his sons; Alejandro Castaneda, Alfredo Castaneda, Danny R. Cañez, Frank R. Cañez, Steve R. Cañez and Manny R. Cañez, daughters; Rita Hernandez, Socorro Munoz, Lupe Cañez Jr., Elvida R. Cañez and Frances Garcia; parents, Frank P. Cañez and Joaquina Silvas; brother, Joe Cañez; sisters, Mercy and Maggie;...
Angela Marie Garcia
Dec 21, 2017
Angela was born April 8th, 1976 in Tucson, AZ. Most people called her Angela but we all knew her by 'Yaya'. She is her mother Sally and Father Tony's first baby girl. She was a beautiful chubby little baby who smiled all the time. She was raised catholic and received all sacraments except marriage. From the age of 6 to...
Robert Coronado-Nunez
Dec 20, 2017
Robert Coronado-Nunez, age 51, ascended into Heaven on December 20, 2017. Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona on August 30,1966.
He is survived by his mother Nellie Coronado-Nunez, three daughters Selina (Johnny), Katrina, and Sabrina Nunez, only grand-daughter Avianna Ortiz, brothers, Francisco Raul (Lillian), Reuben (Joanne), Gilbert (Sandra), and Ronnie (Terry) Nunez, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He is...
Bethany Michelle Barber
Dec 20, 2017
On Wednesday, December 20th, 2017, Bethany (Beth) Barber was called home to be with her Lord and Savior in Heaven while visiting family in AZ. Bethany was born November 14th, 1984, at Scott Air Force Base in IL.Bethany was loved by so many people and she always knew how to make people smile even on the toughest days. Her love...
Esther Echave Landa
Dec 17, 2017
Esther Landa, a resident of Nogales, AZ for 58 years, passed quietly at her home on December 17, 2017, at the age of 92. Preceded in death by her husband, Rafael Landa and sons, Oscar and Rafael Jr.; daughter, Gloria; survived by her children Esther Landa, George Landa and Donald (Celina) Landa, 20 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was born and raised in Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico and moved to Nogales, Arizona in...
Adelina Montoya
Dec 17, 2017
Our beautiful Adelina was born to Gonzalo and Carmen Montano in Cuba, New Mexico in 1933. Adelina was one of six children: Ymelda, Sylvia, Gonzalo, Carmen and Maria Esther.
Born during the Great Depression, Adelina and her parents were able to make a living by living and working on the family ranch in Cumpas, Sonora, Mexico. But Adelina’s father soon got the itch to enter into politics, and the family moved...
Herminia T. Trujillo
Dec 17, 2017
On Sunday, December 17, 2017, Herminia (Minnie) T.Trujillo was called to heaven from her home in Tumacacori, Az. Minnie was born in Nogales, Arizona April 25, 1927. Minnie was not only a Mom, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-Great-Grandmother, she was also a rancher and bartender. She was a devoted catholic. She was the epitome of graciousness, kindness, and a loving heart....
Francisco Zuleta-Gonzalez
Dec 16, 2017
Francisco “Pancho o Panchito” Zuleta González Febrero 11, 1941 - Diciembre 16, 1017 Q. E. P. D. Falleció el 16 de Diciembre de 2017 en Tucson, Arizona, a la edad de 76 años. Quien en vida fué esposo por más de 53 años de Maria Luisa Cruz de Gonzalez. Sus hijos Francisco (Paco), Isabel, William, Gloria y Luisita. Sus nietos Franklin, Henry, Eduardo, Jason, Natalie, Julian, Jeremiah, Jesse, Tiffany y Samantha y bisnieto, Eli Rene. Así también fue hermano, tío y un gran amigo. Panchito será recordado por todos sus seres queridos, sus amigos y familia en Cristo. Quien desee acompañar a la familia, se realizará una Celebración de Vida Sábado 23 de diciembre de 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. para familiares y de 4:00 p.m a 5:00 p.m. para el todos en general. Enseguida del servicio tendremos comida en...
Helen Ruth Simmons
Dec 12, 2017
Helen Ruth Simmons was born May 24, 1941 in Waco, Texas. She attended school at Prairie View University and Durham Business College and later worked for the University of Arizona Student Services and the Forum of Tucson for many years. Helen Ruth was united in matrimony to Willie Edward Simmons on September 25, 1964. In this union they had 6 children and...
Miguel Angel Sandoval
Dec 10, 2017
Miguel Angel Sandoval, 22, passed away in Rio Rico, Arizona on 12/10/2017. He is survived by his parents Patricia-Guzman Sandoval and Ernesto Anibal Sandoval. His brothers: Manuel Gerardo Cota Guzman and Ernesto Anibal Sandoval Jr; Sister: Elsa Sandoval; Maternal Grandmother: Maria Petra Guzman Parada; Paternal Grandmother: Celia Sandoval-Gonzalez. Services will be on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. A...
Reginald Dwayne Jupiter
Dec 8, 2017
Reginald Dwayne Jupiter, 54, of Morgan City, Louisiana, passed away on December 08, 2017. He is survived by his son Reginald Dwayne Jupiter Jr.; daughter, Laronnia Jupiter; sister, Catherine Jupiter- Wilmore; grandchildren, Tyenna Jupiter, Jasmine Jupiter, Reginald Jupiter III and Ryder Jupiter. He is preceded in death by his parents Burton Jupiter and Katie Jupiter-Harding. Thank you DAD. Thank you for...
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