Obituaries

Gilbert Sanchez Montaño

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Rene Felix Martinez

Rene Felix Martinez

Dec 8, 2017

Rene Felix Martinez, 73, passed away December 8, 2017 in his home of 39 years. Rene was the husband to Lorraine Martinez with whom he shared 51 years of marriage. Born December 10, 1943 in Tucson, AZ son to Elvira Felix and Raul Martinez. He graduated from Pueblo High School after which he married his wife Lorraine and pursued a...

Robert Jr Medina

Robert Jr Medina

Dec 7, 2017

Robert Jr Medina, 26, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on December 7, 2017. He is survived by his parents, Lillian U. Villarreal and Robert G. Medina; grandmother, Angela F. Ugalde; brothers, Lorenzo Estrada and Luis Estrada; sisters, Rebecca Medina and Adelina Medina; nephews, Lorenzo Estrada Jr., Joquin Estrada, Elia Baldenegro and Marcus Estrada; niece's, Kiana Estrada and Laylah Estrada. He...

Frank M. Aguilar

Frank M. Aguilar

Dec 6, 2017

Frank M. Aguilar, 80, of Tucson, Arizona, went home to our Lord on December 6, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Esther “Toni” Aguilar. He is survived by his five children, Frank Jr. (Dolores), Daniel (Michele), Elita, Alida and Frances (Rudy); brothers, Tonio (Clara), Chale, Lalo (Sylvia) and Rudy (Anna); sister, Lupe, primo hermano Tony (Natalia);...

Frank M. Aguilar

Frank M. Aguilar

Dec 6, 2017

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Michael R. Contreras

Michael R. Contreras

Dec 4, 2017

Michael R. Contreras, 64, of Nogales, Arizona, passed away on December 4, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Vickie Contreras; son, Michael Robert Contreras; daughters, Michelle Lynn Contreras and Daniella Moore; mother, Nora Irma Contreras; brothers, Arturo, Jamie and Javier Contreras; sister, Blanca Lucht and one grandchild.

Gregorio Granillo

Gregorio Granillo

Dec 2, 2017

Gregorio Granillo, 84, earned his wings on December 2, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his wife Maria De Los Angeles Granillo. He is survived by his sons: Miguel Granillo, Jose De La Luz Granillo, Juan Granillo, Gregorio Granillo, Jose Mercedes Granillo, and Abel Granillo; Daughters: Teresa Granillo, Maria De La Luz Granillo and Maribel Granillo. 30 grandchildren and 60 great grandchildren. Services have been entrusted...

Cesar Morales

Cesar Morales

Nov 26, 2017

Cesar Morales, 27, entered unto paradise to be with our Lord and Salvation.Preceded in death by his father, Luis Rodriguez. He is survived by his son, Cesar Luis Morales; daughter, Alessandra Morales; sisters, Ambar Rodriguez and Adara Rodriguez; mother, Audelia Tarango and step-father, Eddie Tarango; maternal grandmother, Carmen Morales; paternal grandmother, Yolanda Lee. Cesar was a fun loving soul and...