Obituaries

Joel Reyes Ruiz

Joel Reyes Ruiz

Jun 18, 2017

Joel Reyes Ruiz, 48, walked to the light on Father's Day, June 18, 2017.  He is survived by his children; Joel Antonio Reyes (Andrea Lopez), Kevin Abraham Reyes (Michelle Carrasco) and Sara Andrea Reyes; brother, Saul Reyes Ruiz (Guadalupe Peregrina); and the mother of his children, Maria De Los Angeles Reyes.  He loved the great-outdoors and camping.  Although he was...

Amanda F. Leon

Amanda F. Leon

Jun 15, 2017

Mrs. Amanda F. Leon, 84, joined her beloved husband Victor Leon Guerrero, in Heaven on June, 15, 2017.  She is also reunited with her son, Juan Pedro Leon.  She is survived by her sons, Victor Manuel Leon, Eduardo Leon, Jorge L. Leon, Javier Leon, Victor Hugo Leon and Marco A. Leon; daughters, Olivia Parra Leon and Amanda Salazar Leon; brothers,...

Francisco R. Arias

Francisco R. Arias

Jun 11, 2017

Francisco "Pancho" Arias, born on March 1, 1956, went to meet the Lord on June 11, 2017. Francisco is survived by his parents, Armando and Ramona Arias; his wife, Irma Arias; his children, Dennise (Rene) Rodriguez, Daniel (Iracema) Gonzales, Irma (Aldo) Alonzo, Benito Arias, and Lizmari (Adrian) Kuberan; grandchildren, Daniel Gonzales, Carlos Perez, Gabriel Bravo, Alonzo Rodriguez, Dayanira Gonzales, Aliszah...

Marco Antonio Torres

Marco Antonio Torres

Jun 9, 2017

Bravely fighting for more time, Marco Antonio Torres has joined his Heavenly Father at the young age of 41.  He laid down his sword and peacefully took his last breath while surrounded by his loving family on Friday, June 9, 2017. He has now become a guardian angel to: his beloved wife of 12 years, Ana Ailen Torres; sons, Mario,...

Edward Lewis Reynolds

Edward Lewis Reynolds

Jun 8, 2017

In Loving Memory Edward L. Reynolds December 11, 1974 – June 8, 2017   “When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom-filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little-but not too long And not with your head bowed low Remember...

Sandra Marie Valdez

Sandra Marie Valdez

Jun 8, 2017

Sandra Marie Valdez was born on January 17, 1969 in Tucson, AZ. God called her home on June 8, 2017. Sandy was a devoted wife to Jose Lupe Valdez and a loving mother to her daughters Vanessa Felix, Veronica Romo (Everardo) and Maliyah Valdez; sons Antonio Valdez (Erika) and Josiah Valdez and her granddaughter Nyvianna Romo-Villa. She is survived by...

Ruben L Negrete

Ruben L Negrete

Jun 3, 2017

Ruben L. Negrete was blessed with 93 years of life until the day he went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 3, 2017.  He is survived by his beloved bride of 62 years, Rosa Delia Negrete; children, Guadalupe Jeong (Husband - Edward Jeong Jr), Elizabeth Negrete, Luis Ruben Negrete, Teresa Ramirez (Husband - David Ramirez) and...

Chuck Stanton

Chuck Stanton

May 31, 2017

Chuck Stanton “Coronel”“Chief Two Crows” of the Narragansett Native TribeMay13, 1951—May 31, 2017It is with heavy heart that we must announce the passing of Charles (Chucky) Stanton “Chief Two Crows” of the Narragansett Native TribeChuck was a Vietnam war veteran in the Marines from 1969-1972, Coronel De Los Vatos SS for over 42 years,He is Survived by His Mother Carmen...

Ismael "Smiley" and Ymelda Rodriguez

Ismael "Smiley" and Ymelda Rodriguez

May 31, 2017

Longtime produce man Ismael “Smiley” Rodriguez Jr. 79, from Nogales, Arizona passed away on May 31, 2017. His devoted wife for 61 years, Ymelda Rodriguez 80, also from Nogales, Arizona, passed away from a broken heart two days later, on June 2, 2017. Ismael and Ymelda are survived by their son and daughter-in-law Ismael (Rosalinda) “Smiley” Rodriguez III, daughters Karla...

Iree Albert Lewis

Iree Albert Lewis

May 30, 2017

A hardworking man's hands have been laid to rest.  Iree Lewis, 75, went home to meet his maker on May 30, 2017 and reunited with his parents, Blain and Laura Lewis and brother, Jesse Lewis.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Jean Lewis; sons, James Lewis and Mike Lewis; step-children, James Bedell and Ilene Watson; sisters,...

Xavier Francisco Fragoso

Xavier Francisco Fragoso

May 28, 2017

Xavier Francisco Fragoso Jr. started his journey September 09, 1992 in Tucson, Arizona son of Xavier Francisco Fragoso Sr. and Imelda Maldonado-Gamino. Xavier accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior on May 26th 2017, a day before he was taken from us. Though life brought him many obstacles He continued to be positive and take them head on ....

Mary O. Garcia

Mary O. Garcia

May 27, 2017

Our Beloved Wife, Mother, and Nana, Mary Ortiz Garcia passed away in peace on May 27, 2017 at Northwest Hospital in Tucson AZ. Mary was born in Nogales, AZ to Jose and Francesca Ortiz on January 4, 1932. She had five siblings, Margaret, Adeline, Joe, Carlos, and Sally (all predeceased). She lived her early life in Yuma and went into...

Joseph R Zimmerman

Joseph R Zimmerman

May 26, 2017

Joseph Zimmerman, age 34, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on May 26, 2017.  He was born on August 17, 1982 in Tucson, Arizona to parents Ronald Zimmerman Jr. and Angelina F. Zimmerman.  Joseph was their only child.  He volunteered for brown bag ministry along with his parents and served as a prayer warrior at his church, Calvary...

Esgardo Ruiz Casillas

Esgardo Ruiz Casillas

May 25, 2017

Esgardo R. Casillas, 74, passed away on May 25, 2017 at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer.  He was born in Ajo, Arizona and a graduate of Ajo High School. He moved to Tucson where he worked as a heavy equipment operator for 38 years. He is preceded in death by his father; Ralph Casillas,...

Arnold James Espinoza

Arnold James Espinoza

May 24, 2017

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...

Evangelina P. Cruz

Evangelina P. Cruz

May 16, 2017

Evangelina P. Cruz, 57, went home to be with her Heavenly father, on May 16, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents; Felipe and Sixta Pinedo. She is survived by her beloved husband of 30 years; Jose Cruz, daughter; Andrea (Julian), son; Paul (Stephanie), 5 grandchildren; Jordan, Diego, Madyson, Orlando and Destynee, brothers; Hector, Phil, Daniel, Pat, Joey,...

Norma Bravo

Norma Bravo

May 15, 2017

On Monday May 15th 2017 Our Beloved Mother passed away Peacefully in her bed. Thank you Lord for giving us one more Mother's Day. There are no words, just Gratefulness and Love to have been raised by her. Joy to have known her strong spirit and tenderness. Battled Brain Cancer for nearly 10 years, once more teaching us to never...

Mike S. Tapia

Mike S. Tapia

May 8, 2017

Mike "Mikey, Lowlaa"Tapia Born on 10/02/1987-05/08/2017. Our beloved Son, Brother, and Uncle entered into the kingdom of our heavenly father on May 8, 2017. Preceded in death by his grandparents Mary Q Tapia, Guillermo Ortiz, Uncle Gilberto V Ortiz, Aunt Rosemary Rodriquez, Cousin Evita Bonfiglio. Mikey was a free spirit, big hearted loving person, who cared for everyone. Survived by...

Talib Raheim Bridges

Talib Raheim Bridges

May 6, 2017

Talib Raheim Bridges started his journey on July 17, 1996 in Tucson, Arizona to Ramon La Mark & Buffie Ann Bridges. Talib accepted Jesus Christ and loved to encourage others with the Word of God. Positivity was in his DNA, along with a smile that brightened any room. He was a proud graduate of Tucson High School and a member...

Maria Celeste Villalobos

Maria Celeste Villalobos

May 5, 2017

Maria Celeste fue el vivo ejemplo de un angel caido del cielo.  Su vida siempre estubo llena de amor y d alegria. Desde nina siempre fue la alegria del hogar.  Donde ella se encontraba era seguro que siempre se escuchaban risas al igual que su cantar, y sus bromas no tenian fin. Cuando menos lo esperabas tus fotos seguro las encontrabas...