Obituaries

Kallista Rayanne Segura

Kallista Rayanne Segura

Dec 5, 2021

Kallista Rayanne Segura, was born May 21, 2002, receiving her heavenly wings December 5, 2021 at the age of 19. Her wings are bright and big and wide. She was free like the wind and strong like the waves. The beach was her peace, her place, her love. Her friends were her joy; her pets she adored; cheer gave her life,...

Gerald Daniel Ehni

Gerald Daniel Ehni

Dec 5, 2021

Gerald Daniel Ehni, 79, passed away on December 5, 2021 in Tucson, Arizona.  He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years: Norma Ehni; Son: Gerald Patrick Ehni; Daughter: Mary Ehni-Bejarano (James Bejarano); Brother: Dalton; 2 Grandchildren: Ryan and Jonathan; as well as numerous family and friends.  He has physically left us, but will forever live in our hearts...

Miguel Angel Moreno

Miguel Angel Moreno

Dec 5, 2021

Miguel Angel Moreno, 61, earned his wings on December 5, 2021 in Tucson, Arizona.  He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years: Paula Moreno; Son: Martin Miranda (Renee); Daughters: Daniela Moreno Torrez (Celestino Torrez), Jaqueline Moreno; Ivette Moreno and Alejandra Moreno; Brothers: Jorge Moreno, Fernando Moreno, Enrique Moreno and Lazaro Moreno; Sister: Ana Bertha Vasquez; 6 Grandchildren; numerous...

Roy V. Mendibles

Roy V. Mendibles

Dec 4, 2021

Roy Valenzuela Mendibles, 77, died peacefully on December 4th, 2021, surrounded by the faith and love of his family. He was a Yaqui native of Tucson, AZ born on May 15th, 1944. His profound love for Tucson and the people resonated in everything that he did. He dedicated his life to cleaning the streets of Tucson, loved playing bingo, loved...

Emelesio P. Soltero

Emelesio P. Soltero

Nov 30, 2021

Emelesio P. Soltero, 80, of Tucson has passed away. Emelesio is survived by his loving wife of 50 years; Julia Soltero, daughter; Reina Soltero (Chris Villalobos), Grandchildren; Isaac Soltero, Isaiah Villalobos, Jeremiah Villalobos, brother; Daniel Soltero, sister; Blanca Figueroa and Epy Gonzales. Emelesio was an absolutely amazing Father, Grandfather, Friend and Partner. A simple man who enjoyed simple things. Spending...

Elijah Santillanez Gracia

Elijah Santillanez Gracia

Nov 30, 2021

On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, Elijah "Ejay" Gracia's young life was taken far too soon. Elijah Santillanez Gracia was born on July 19, 2000, to parents Pablo Gracia and Jacqueline Santillanez in Tucson, Az. Growing up, Elijah was a happy child, always playing and running around with his bouncy beautiful curls. Elijah loved to cook, and he was always coming...

James Otis Smith

James Otis Smith

Nov 29, 2021

James Otis Smith, 74, passed away on November 29, 2021.

He is survived by brother, Jeffery W. Smith and Richard D. Smith; sisters, Vicki Sharp, Brenda Nelson, and Glenda Hackworth; sons, Jimmy Dwayne Smith, Kenneth Chenil Smith, Eric Fininen, and Roberto Hull; daughters, Latrice Adele Smith and Chenise Nicole Smith; along with nineteen grandchildren and thirty one great grandchildren. 

He...

Maria Ernestina Martinez

Maria Ernestina Martinez

Nov 29, 2021

Maria Ernestina Martinez, 90, passed away on November 29, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Luis Lerma Martinez; brother, Ernesto Parra; sisters, Lilia Martinez and Nena Fernandez; sons, Luis Martinez Jr. and Gerardo Martinez (Connie); daughters, Irma Sanchez (Daniel), Graciela Sesma (Ramon), and Josie Gallegos (Freddy); along with fifteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. 

Guillermo P. Mendoza

Guillermo P. Mendoza

Nov 29, 2021

Guillermo P. Mendoza, 87, earned his wings on November 29, 2021 in Nogales, Arizona surrounded by his loving family.  He is preceded in death by his wife: Irma Ruiz De Mendoza; He is survived by his son: Martin Mendoza (Patricia Hernandez Mendoza); Daughter: Carla Mendoza Renteria (Andres Renteria); Brother: Hector Mendoza; Sister: Olga Mendoza Estrada; Grandchildren: Martin Antonio Mendoza and...

Alejandro Terriquez

Alejandro Terriquez

Nov 28, 2021

Alejandro Terriquez, 83, earned his wings on November 28, 2021. He is survived by his loving wife: Maria Terriquez; Sons: Jose Antonio Terriquez Urias and Jorge Alberto Terriquez Urias (Selene); Daughters: Maria Jesus Terriquez Urias, Ana Elsa Terriquez Urias and Rosario Marisela Terriquez Urias; Brother: Asencion Terriquez Salas; 14 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by...

Hector C. Vigueria

Hector C. Vigueria

Nov 27, 2021

Hector C Vigueria, 61, of Tucson has passed away. Hector is survived by his brother; Jesus Longoria, sisters; Ramona Carbajal, Irma Gutierrez, Liduvina Willhite, Norma Saiz and Yolanda Carranza.

 

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Rudy Moraga Altamirano

Rudy Moraga Altamirano

Nov 26, 2021

Rudy Altamirano, 80, was welcomed by Our Lord on November 26, 2021.

He is survived by brother, Tony Altamirano; sisters, Mary Ellen Altamirano, Cecilia Duarte, and Esther Sanabria; sons, Rudy Altamirano Jr. (Naomi) and Gabriel Altamirano; daughter, Carol Catalan; grandchildren, Breana Coyle (Jerry Sr.), Clarissa Carrizosa (Adam), Isaiah Catalan (Mari), Adam Catalan (Danielle), Andres Catalan (Andrea), Rudy Altamirano III, Ricky...

Tony Enciso

Tony Enciso

Nov 25, 2021

Nogales has lost its beloved mariachi, José Antonio "Tony" Enciso. With his heart-filled voice, Tony has sung us through the milestones of our lives-from baptisms to funerals and all of life in between. He is woven into our community fabric. Tony was born May 28, 1955, in Nogales, AZ, the third child of Fidel and Olga Enciso. Early on, his...

Rex Alfred Nielsen

Rex Alfred Nielsen

Nov 24, 2021

Rex Alfred Nielsen, 65, passed away on November 24, 2021.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Cindy Nielsen; daughter, Amanda Henson (Matthew Gregg); grandchildren, Ava Gregg and Jaxon Clark; sister, Patty Blankenbecker; nephew, Cody; and niece, Kelly.

He will be dearly missed. 

Lily H. Godoy

Lily H. Godoy

Nov 24, 2021

Lily H. Godoy, 85, passed away on November 24, 2021.  She is survived by her husband, Augustine Godoy; sons, Robert Plata, Augie Godoy and Steven Godoy; daughters, Beatrice Godoy and Christina Sagasta; brothers, Henry Hernandez, Bill Hernandez, Joe Hernandez and Robert Hernandez, sister, Lupe Frias; 10 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Our Mom, Nana, the day you left us was a...

Roberto Martin Sanchez

Roberto Martin Sanchez

Nov 24, 2021

Roberto Martin Sanchez, 37, of Tucson, Arizona. Passed away on November 24, 2021.

He is survived by his parents, Raquel Sanchez and Viviano Sanchez; grandparents, Cora C Martinez and Henry A Martinez; brothers; Ernesto Sanchez and Enrique Sanchez; and sisters, Melissa Sanchez. 

Roberto was a courageous soul with a heart of Gold. His love for life, nature, and Bull riding...

Maria Cristina Chamberlain

Maria Cristina Chamberlain

Nov 23, 2021

Maria Cristina Chamberlain, 81, passed away peacefully in her home on November 23, 2021. Preceded in death by her Husband, Oscar Chamberlain. She is survived by her Sons: Oscar Chamberlain Jr. , Ernesto Chamberlain (Adrianna), Sergio chamberlain (Claudia), Alex Chamberlain (Alma); her Daughter: Marcela Chavez (Mauricio); Sisters: Celia Zarate and Irma Senday and 14 Grandchildren: Oscar Chamberlain lll, Ivan Chamberlain,...

Jennifer Ashley Corella Fleek

Jennifer Ashley Corella Fleek

Nov 23, 2021

Jennifer Ashley Corella Fleek, 35, earned her wings on November 23, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her Father: Jesus A. Corella; Grandparents: Oscar Rosario Tapia, Petra Grijalva Tapia, Felipe Corella Guerena and Juana Del Cid Corella; She is survived by her husband: Travis Fleek; Mother: Irma T. Corella; Son: Francisco Adrian Heredia Corella; Daughter: Layla Alessandra Heredia Corella;...

Ernest Michael Quijada

Ernest Michael Quijada

Nov 21, 2021

Ernest Michael Quijada, 55, passed away on November 21, 2021.

He is survived by his mother, Carmen Quijada; sister, Angela Ortiz; brother, David Quijada; sons, Nic Quijada and Cody Quijada; daughter, Tabitha Quijada; along with grandchild, Abel.

He is preceded in death by his father, Ernest Quijada.

He will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

Adelmo Sandoval Sotelo

Adelmo Sandoval Sotelo

Nov 21, 2021

Adelmo Sandoval Sotelo, 56, earned his wings on November 21, 2021 in Nogales, Az. He is survived by his loving wife: Nora E. Sandoval; Sons: Alberto (Melissa), Ernesto (Ricela), Daughter: Jennifer (Jorge); Mother: Bertha Sotelo Sandoval; Brothers: Antonio (Raquel), Roberto (Blanca), Rosario, Rigoberto (Olga); Sisters: Guadalupe (Antonio), Reyna (Ricardo), Anabel (Tarcisio); Mother-In-Law: Luz Maria Fajardo; Six-In-Laws: Manuel Fajardo (Sandra), Miguel...