Obituaries

Angel Balganon

Angel Balganon

Apr 5, 2017

Angel Balganon, 66, passed away on 04/05/2017 in Rio Rico, AZ surrounded by his family.  He is survived by his wife Evangelina Balganon; His sons: Javier Balganon and Victor Balganon: His daughters, Lupita, Gabriela, Cinthia and Dulce Alvarez; Brothers: Juan, Martin, Agustin; Sisters: Rosamaria, Dolores, Luz Maria and Luisa; Daughters in law:  Gabriela Bakazar, Kenia V. and Lourdes Balganon; Son...

Juan De Dios Amarillas

Juan De Dios Amarillas

Apr 4, 2017

Juan De Dios Amarillas, 54, passed away on 03/29/2017 in Tucson, Arizona.  He is survived by his wife Nora Delia Amarillas; Son: Joan Amarillas; His parents: Daniel Amarillas and Isabel Montoya.  Visitation on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Martinez Funeral Chapels.  Rosary will be recited during the visitation at 7:00 p.m. Services entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ...

Aurora A Chacon

Aurora A Chacon

Apr 3, 2017

Name: Aurora A. Chacon Age: 78  Born: August 20, 1938 in Juarez, Mexico Date of Death: April 3, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona Survived by: Her children Sergio(Joann), Efrain, Gustavo(Sara), Leonardo(Patricia), Juan, Ernesto(Irma), Lorena(Aurelia), Ruby, Leticia(Lorenzo Morarrez), 45 Grandchildren, 33 Great Grandchildren, Sisters: Socorro Nava, Yolanda Torres and their families. The Matriarch of her family, known as “La Reina de La...

Sylvia R. Pesqueira

Sylvia R. Pesqueira

Apr 3, 2017

Sylvia Pesqueira, 74, beloved mother was called to her eternal resting place on April 3, 2017.  She entered this world on March 2, 1943 in Nogales, Sonora, born to Francisco and Filomena Robles.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Gilberto R. Pesqueira.  She is survived by her sons and daughter: Gilbert (Becky), Sylvia (Jerry),...

Julio Rosario Lebron

Julio Rosario Lebron

Apr 2, 2017

Julio Rosario Lebron, 99, Passed away surrounded by his family in Rio Rico, Arizona on April2, 2017.  He is preceded in death by his wife Enriqueta Pabon.  He is survived by his daughter Sonia Garcia and his son Hector Ortiz; His brothers: Rufino Melendez and Candita Melendez; 7 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 1 great great granchild.  Funeral services entrusted...

Robert H. Plata

Robert H. Plata

Apr 2, 2017

Robert H. Plata, 64. Passed away on April 2, 2017 surrounded by the unconditional love of his family. Born 28 May 1952 to Lily Godoy and step-father Augustine Godoy, and the eldest of four siblings: Christina Sagasta, Augustine Godoy, Beatrice Rodriguez and Steven Godoy. As well as a beloved father to Melissa and Vanessa. "You meant so much to all...

Michelle Gherna Campas

Michelle Gherna Campas

Apr 2, 2017

Michelle Campas (Gherna) 39 years old of Tucson, Arizona was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 2nd, 2017. Michelle was born on July 7th, 1977 in Morenci, Arizona. She is survived by three daughters, Jasmyn, Jalyn, and Jiselle Campas. She is also survived by her parents, Gilbert and Maria Elena Gherna of...

Victor Leon Guerrero

Victor Leon Guerrero

Apr 2, 2017

Victor Leon Guerrero, 87, passed away in Tucson, Arizona on April 2, 2017.  He is preceded in death by his parents Pedro Leon and Venancia Guerrero and son Juan Pedro Leon; He is survived by his wife: Amanda F. Leon; His sons: Victor Manuel Leon, Eduardo Leon, Jorge L. Leon, Javier Leon, Victor Hugo Leon; Daughters: Olivia Parra Leon and...

Maria Rosario Salazar

Maria Rosario Salazar

Apr 1, 2017

María Rosario Salazar (Chayito), de 59 años, murió el sábado 1 de abril de 2017 tras una valiente batalla contra el cáncer. Le sobreviven sus dos hijos, Karla Teran (Frank) y Tony Salazar (Amanda); Cinco nietos Alec, Alexis, A.J., Gabby y Kaden; Dos hermanos, Francisco Varela (Loreto), y Juan Varela (Fabiola); Cuatro hermanas, María J. Rodríguez (Jesús), Gloria Camacho (Mario),...

Lydia C. Obregon

Lydia C. Obregon

Apr 1, 2017

Lydia C. Obregon (Lily), 78 years of Tucson, Arizona was welcomed with loving arms to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Lily was born January 15, 1939 in Buckeye, Arizona but resided in Tucson, Arizona. Lily is survived by her husband, Fernando V. Obregon; children, Susan Salgado, James Silva, and Cathleen Smith (Orlando Smith); grandchildren, Josiah Smith (Leticia Smith), Brooke...

Angela Quiroga

Angela Quiroga

Mar 28, 2017

Angela Quiroga, 59, beloved Wife and Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on March 28, 2017. She entered this world on June 6, 1957 in Tucson, AZ, born to Miguel Quintero and Maria Acosta Quintero. She is survived by her beloved husband of 24 years, Rafael Quiroga, her three sons; Hector Lopez, David Lopez and Alejandro Rivera; six grandchildren,...

Mary Yubeta

Mary Yubeta

Mar 25, 2017

Maria (Mary) Yubeta, 91, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on March 25, 2017. She is survived by Toni & Craig, Dave & Kim Yubeta, Connie Torres, Roseanne & JR Persaud, Ronald & Deborah Yubeta, Rob & Chris Yubeta, Jean Yubeta Smotts, Mike & June Yubeta; brother Tomas & Olga Estrada; along with 120 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.  Mary (Maria) loved...

LaMour Pierre Foley

LaMour Pierre Foley

Mar 24, 2017

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Ave., from 10:00a.m. to 11:00a.m., followed by a chapel eulogy service held at 11:00a.m. Services Entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels.

Luis Alberto Fernandez

Luis Alberto Fernandez

Mar 23, 2017

Luis Alberto Fernandez was called home to Heaven at the young age of 13.  Visitation will be held on Monday, March 27, 2017 at Martinez Funeral Chapels from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.  Mass will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2017 at Santa Cruz Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. followed by a burial...

Augustine Montiel

Augustine Montiel

Mar 19, 2017

Augustine Montiel, 81, beloved Father, was called to his eternal resting place on March 19, 2017. He entered this world on November 8, 1935 in Tucson, AZ, born to Augustine and Beatrize Montiel. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nelsie Montiel; his sons, Augustin Montiel III and Victor Rodriguez (Elvia) also by his daughter, Judy Collazo Foutch...

Virginia Herran Granillo

Virginia Herran Granillo

Mar 19, 2017

Virginia H. Granillo, 69, passed away on March 19, 2017. She is survived by Lisa Molina, Susana Herran Gonzales, Teresa Molina and Ricky Molina. She raised several grandchildren; Felipe Angel Granillo, Virginia Carmen Granillo and Amtanique Molina Ortiz. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, March 30th, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Martinez Reception Hall, 2500 S....

Don Musgrove

Don Musgrove

Mar 19, 2017

Don Musgrove, 64, of Tucson, AZ was called home to be with the Lord on March 19, 2017. He entered this world born to TM (Pete) and Shirley (Musgrove) Thomas, on December 10, 1952. Don was a beloved father, son, uncle and friend. He is preceded in death by his father TM Musgrove and two sister Debbie Sue Musgrove and Linda...

Aureliano F. Padilla

Aureliano F. Padilla

Mar 14, 2017

Aureliano Padilla, 71, of Nogales, AZ peacefully passed away on March 14, 2017 at Casa De La Luz Hospice while surrounded by family. He was born on January 24, 1946 in Nogales, AZ. Officer “Nano” Padilla as he was known by his friends, honorably served his nation as a United States Army Military Police Officer from 1962 to 1968 and...

Jorge Luis Amaro

Jorge Luis Amaro

Mar 13, 2017

Jorge Luis Amaro, 44, was called to his eternal resting place on March 13, 2017 with his beloved wife by his side, Maria Molina-Amaro, and stepson, Michael J. Stewart. He is also survived by his parents;  Angie and Juan Amaro; brothers, Juan, Alex, Daniel and Estevan; sisters, Angela Murrieta,Yolanda Martinez,Josie Anna,Grace Lohr, Alicia Garaygordobil and Lourdes Leon; also many nephews and nieces. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00...

Vicente A. Lopez

Vicente A. Lopez

Mar 11, 2017

Vicente Lopez, 83, beloved Father, was called to his eternal resting place on March 11, 2017. He entered this world on September 20, 1933 in Harshaw, AZ, born to Luciano and Josefa Lopez. he was preceded in death by the love of his life; Carol (Tota) Lopez. He is survived by his daughters; Susan McDonagh (Pat), Sylvia Chavez (Ray), Rita...