Obituaries

Gilberto S. Bracamonte

Gilberto S. Bracamonte

Sep 13, 2015

Gilberto S. Bracamonte, 88, died in Nogales on Sept. 13, 2015. He was preceded in death by Francisco Leobardo Bracamonte and is survived by his wife Graciela P. Bracamonte; sons Jose Ramon Bracamonte, Angel Gilberto Bracamonte, Javier Fernando Bracamonte, Juan Carlos Bracamonte, Luis Arturo Bracamonte and Marco Antonio Bracamonte; daughters Maria Antonieta Cruz, Ana Graciela Bracamonte, Carmen Leticia Acosta and...

Raul Nanez Ortega

Raul Nanez Ortega

Sep 13, 2015

Raul Nanez Ortega, 89, of Patagonia, Arizona, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife; Esther Ortega and children; Gloria Perez, Paola Cervantez, Veronica Perez, Cassandra Ortega, Armida Ortega and Roman Ortega. He is preceded in death by mother, father, brothers, sisters and previous wife Angelita Ortega, survived by...

Rodolfo "Rudy" Ronquillo

Rodolfo "Rudy" Ronquillo

Sep 10, 2015

Rodolfo Ronquillo, 68, beloved brother, father, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 10, 2015. He entered this world on January 7, 1947 in Nogales, AZ, born to Reynaldo and Celia T. Ronquillo. He is survived by his children, Yemil (Tony) Sanchez; Rodolfo, Jr. (Adriana) Ronquillo; and Raymundo Ronquillo. He is also survived by his loving...

Socorro Baldenegro Rodriguez

Socorro Baldenegro Rodriguez

Sep 7, 2015

Socorro Baldenegro Rodriguez, 86, of Marana, Arizona, passed away on September 7, 2015. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband; Roman Flores Rodriguez Sr. of 57 years, agriculture farmer and her beloved parents; Espiririon and Concepcion Baldenegro. Survived by he 5 children; Hector B. Rodriguez (Loretta), Lucia R. Acedo, Roman B. Rodriguez Jr. (Novela), Socorro Rodriguez, Rosa McMillan,...

Alfredo "Freddie" S. Bernal

Alfredo "Freddie" S. Bernal

Sep 5, 2015

It is hard to speak about our brother, uncle and friend without getting emotional. He was a great man one we could always count on and someone we sincerely loved. Until we meet again you will live forever in our hearts. Services will be held on Saturday 12, 2015 beginning at 9:00 am. at Martinez Funeral Chapels-Nogales. Mass will follow...

Frank Eugene Torres Jr.

Frank Eugene Torres Jr.

Aug 30, 2015

Frank Eugene Torres Jr., 33, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on August 30, 2015, he is survived by his mother, Patricia Vaughn; father, Frank E. Torres Sr. (Sally); brothers, Ramon Torres (Jenny) and Paul Torres. Also survived by 3 nephews, one niece, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Avenue, Tucson,...

Jose Bravo Gonzalez

Jose Bravo Gonzalez

Aug 26, 2015

Jose Bernal Gonzalez was born in Bacum, Sonora Mexico in July 17, 1936 and he was raised in Nogales Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents Sabina and Manuel Gonzalez and siblings Moises, Raul, Arturo, Petra, Josephina, Reina and Gloria. During his lifetime he met and married Mary H. Vargas and they raised their 7 children in Mammoth,...

Mary A. Martinez

Mary A. Martinez

Aug 26, 2015

Mary A. Martinez, 67. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, cousin and dear friend. Mary’s golden heart and spirit has now entered into rest with our Lord on 8-26-15. Mary was born December 5, 1947 in Silver City, NM. Preceded in death by husband Eddie M. Martinez, son...

Edilia "Lilly" Bravo Portillo

Edilia "Lilly" Bravo Portillo

Aug 24, 2015

Edilia (Lilly) Bravo Portillo 72 of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2015. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Federico H. Portillo; 9 children, Frances Martinez, Antonia Casillas (Antonio), Fred Portillo, Rosie Noel (Marc), Elvia Portillo (Adam), Paul Portillo (Lizette), Jose Portillo (Tina), Martin Portillo (Barbara), Johnny Portillo (Angelica); 33 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Preceded...

Lydia Suzanna Rivera

Lydia Suzanna Rivera

Aug 18, 2015

Lydia Suzanna Rivera, 50, of Tucson Arizona passed away on August 18, 2015. She is survived by her husband Edward Rivera III and three children; Yovonka, Edward IV and OIsvaldo Rivera, sisters; Carmen Acosta and Mariantonieta Alvarado, brother; Ramon Cantua. Preceded in death by her parents; Alfredo and Lilia Cantua, brother; Martin Cantua and in-laws; Edward and Maria Rivera. Visitation...

Marco A. Espinoza

Marco A. Espinoza

Aug 17, 2015

Marco A. Espinoza, 76, of Nogales, departed this earthly life on August 17, 2015. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Maria Cecilia Nerey de Espinoza. He will be deeply missed by his sons; Marco Antonio Espinoza, Jr. and Carlos Humberto Espinoza; daughters, Veronica Cecilia Espinoza, Lupita Guadalupe Espinoza and Marcia Patricia Escoba; brother, Jorge...

Antonio Pulido Virgen

Antonio Pulido Virgen

Aug 16, 2015

Antonio Pulido Virgen, 64, passed away on August 16, 2015. Survived by his wife; Guadalupe Tarango, children; Antonio Virgen (Denisse), Maria Virgen, Melinda Virgen, Jesus Virgin, grandchildren; Alethea, Jasmin, Daniel Jr., Viviana, Vanessa, Lisset, Antonio Jr., Issaac, Jennavicia, Alyssa and Zachary, siblings; Delia Lopez (Alejandro), Alicia Cota (Eduardo), Roberto Virgen (Esther), Anita Virgen and Elena Virgen. Prceeded in death by...

Robert Lennis Napier

Robert Lennis Napier

Aug 10, 2015

Robert Lennis Napier passed away Monday, August 10, 2015 in Tucson, AZ. Robert was a wonderful father, grandfather and devoted husband who will be missed dearly by family, friends and the many people whose lives he impacted. Robert was born April 16, 1938 in Portland, Oregon. He attended the University of Oregon in Eugene, OR where he was a member...

Charles "Chuck" Anthony Myers

Charles "Chuck" Anthony Myers

Aug 8, 2015

Chuck Myers was born on February 23rd, 1949 and raised in Washington, D.C. and Hillcrest Heights, Maryland. He graduated from Crossland High School (Temple Hills, MD) in 1967. As a small child he attended Linton Hall Military School in Prince William County, Virginia. Chuck’s early adventures led him to attend the infamous Woodstock: Concert of Peace in the “Summer of...

Selina Sanchez

Selina Sanchez

Aug 7, 2015

Selina A. Sanchez, 26, born February 1, 1989 lost her fighting battle to Lupus on August 7, 2015. She tried so hard living not only for herself, but for her beautiful children; Damien-10, Leneya-7, Timmy-6 and Adrian-3. She is survived by her grandmother, Olga R. Almazañ; grandfather, Juan Sanchez Sr.; Her mother; Diane Almazañ (David Daniel), father; Steve Sanchez, brother;...

Sergio Gonzalez

Sergio Gonzalez

Jul 21, 2015

Sergio Gonzales, 58 of Tucson, Arizona passed away on July 21, 2015. He is survived by his mother, Ruth Cota, and by many family and friends. He was born in Los Angeles, California, but raised in Arizona. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Amelia McMoran and uncle Paul from San Francisco, California. Visitation will be held at Martinez...

George A Hernandez

George A Hernandez

Jul 17, 2015

George A. Hernandez, 58, of Tucson, AZ was surrounded by his loved ones when he passed away July 17,2015 after a long and hard struggle with pancreatic and prostate cancer. Born May 21,1957 in Douglas, AZ, he is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Mary Ellen Hernandez and children, Tina (Daniel) Castaneda (grandchildren Sophia, Vivian, and Camellia), George...

Luis Salazar Barragan

Luis Salazar Barragan

Jul 13, 2015

Luis Salazar Barragan, 87 of Tucson, AZ passed away on July 13, 2015.  Luis was a kind and humble man who worked hard and love to spend time with his family and friends.. He is loved by many and will be missed by all.   Luis is preceded in death by his wife Anita Barragan, parents Luis and Rita Barragan, brother Augustine...

Mary Villa Federico

Mary Villa Federico

Jul 9, 2015

Mary Villa Federico (Licha), 75, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 9th, 2015. A Blessed Beautiful Mother, Sister and Grandmother. Proceeded in death by Parents; Antonio and Matilde Villa, husband; Heriberto Federico, brothers; Manuel, Frank, Antonio (Frances), Julian, Mike (Elenor), and sister; Jovita Duarte. Survived by brother; Refujio (Rita) Villa, her children; Heriberto (Elizabeth), Arnold, David, and Belinda Federico....

Martin Jose Gerardo

Martin Jose Gerardo

Jul 7, 2015

Martin Jose Gerardo, 52, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 7th, 2015. He is survived by parents; Jose F. and Raquel M. Gerardo, brothers; George (Giovanna), Joe (Patricia), Richard (Jeanette), sisters; Lupe ((Ace) Cooper, Rachel (Gary) Castano, Maria Esther (Rafael) Cruz, Patricia Gerardo (Manny). Martin was born on March 19th, 1963 in Nogales, Arizona with a hearing impaired disability....

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