Obituaries

Francisco V Lugo

Francisco V Lugo

Mar 16, 2020

Francisco “Chico” Valencia Lugo passed away in his Tucson home, surrounded by his family on March 16, 2020 at 3:02PM. He was 90 years old. Chico was born February 8, 1930 to Jose Lugo and Adela Valencia in a Sonorian puebilito, Bacadéhuachi where he was raised with his brothers and sisters.

He became a field worker at a young age...

Thomas Hernandez Villa

Thomas Hernandez Villa

Mar 16, 2020

Thomas Hernandez Villa, 63, passed away on March 16, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born November 7, 1956 to Victor and Gloria (Hernandez) Villa. Preceeded in death by his loving wife Bertha Tiznado and sister, Rachael Villa. Survived by his children, Juanita Preciado, Tomas Villa,  Sylvia Villa, Sonia Villa and Vincente Villa, sisters; Graciela and Susana Villa, brother;...

Jeanette Marie Vega

Jeanette Marie Vega

Mar 16, 2020

Jeanette Marie Vega, 47, was called home to Heaven suddenly on March 16, 2020.  She is lovingly survived by her daughters, Alexandra Chavez (Anthony), Brianna Chavez (Jonathon) and Stephanie Chavez; parents, Jose Vega, Jr. and Yvonne Vega; fiance, Bobby Kennedy; brother, Jose Vega III, sisters, Jovoni Vega and Katrina Gradias; maternal grandmother, Carmelita Benavidez; grandchildren whom referred to her as...

Maria "Lupita" Guadalupe Reyes

Maria "Lupita" Guadalupe Reyes

Mar 15, 2020

On March 15, 2020 Maria Guadalupe Reyes “Lupita" passed away peacefully while holding her husband Benjamin’s hand. She was 59 years old when she left us. Born in Nogales, Arizona to Roberto and Lydia (Fajardo) Valenzuela on June 9th, 1960. She was a beautiful soul full of life and love. Our very own “Dancing Queen” she loved music from all walks of life. She...

Edna A. Rippstine

Edna A. Rippstine

Mar 13, 2020

Edna A. Rippstine (Corrales), age 83 passed away peacefully on March 13, 2020 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her Father Juan Andres Archuleta, Mother Creselda Archuleta, first husband Gilbert Corrales, brother Leo Garcia, sisters Florence, Jean and Mary (Ignacio) Garcia. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Gilbert (Martina) Corrales, Victor (Carmen Garza) Corrales,  John...

Rosa Armida Figueroa

Rosa Armida Figueroa

Mar 12, 2020

Rosa Armida Figueroa, 71, Of Tucson, Arizona. Passed away on March 12, 2020. She is survived by her son; Gabriel Eduardo Figueroa, daughters; Rosa Isela Figueroa, Monica Figueroa, Christina Figueroa-Galvan and Crystal Figueroa, Brothers; Rafael Real and Ramon Real, Sisters; Guadalupe Hernandez, Christina Quintero and Maria Miranda, 19 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren and parents. She is preceded in death...

Jose M Teran

Jose M Teran

Mar 9, 2020

Jose M. (Chemalia) Teran, 79, passed away on March 9, 2020, at his home in Tucson, Arizona. He was born June 07, 1940, in Pilares de Tera, Sonora, Mexico to Bernardo and Lorenza (Castillo) Teran. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Maria Eva Teran, daughter; Claudia Teran, sons; Roberto and Rafael Teran. His humor and wise sayings will...

Marcos De La Ossa

Marcos De La Ossa

Mar 9, 2020

Marcos De La Ossa, 34, of Patagonia, Arizona, passed away on March 9, 2020. He is survived by his parents: Ana A. De La Ossa and Fernando M. De La Ossa (Dora); Brother: Fernando G. De La Ossa; Maternal Grandfather: Francisco Enriquez; Paternal Grandfather: Fernando De La Ossa; Aunt: Terri Woodhouse (Tom Woodhouse); Godmother/Aunt: Mare Woods (David Woods); and many...

Jesus Octavio Gonzalez III

Jesus Octavio Gonzalez III

Mar 8, 2020

In lieu of flowers, please donate in honor of our beloved Jesus Gonzalez. https://secure.acsevents.org/site/TR/Events/MosaicofHope?pxfid=2542731&fr_id=9910&pg=fund Jesus Octavio Gonzalez III, 64, earned his wings on March 8, 2020 in Nogales, Arizona surrounded by his loving family.  He is survived by his wife: Juanita Gonzalez; Sons: Jesus Octavio Gonzalez IV (Nicole Gonzalez) and Daniel Armando Gonzalez (Brisa Gonzalez); Daughter: Gabriela Gonzalez (Sarah Gonzalez);...

Edith Aros Burruel

Edith Aros Burruel

Mar 7, 2020

Edith Aros Burruel passed peacefully on March 7th, 2020 at the age of 56. She was surrounded by Family and Friends. She joined her mother Connie Aros but leaves behind her Dad: Edward Aros, Brothers: Eddie Aros (Alma), Ruben Aros (Cecilia), and Sister: Elisa Urias. Children: Simon Burruel (Jamie), Orlando Burruel (Vanessa), Kenny Burruel (Tiffany), Violet Burruel Galovale (Lopeti) and...

Tarashia Lashay Ross

Tarashia Lashay Ross

Mar 6, 2020

Tarashia Lashay Ross, 38, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on March 6, 2020. She is survived by daughters Kadejra and Amaya Lester, sons; Elijah and Zion Lester, granchildren; Kyla Renguul and Zahmari Lester. Tarashia loved to cook and feed her family. She also had a great sense of Humor. With her caring nature she always looked out for people. She...

Teresita Martha Gonzales

Teresita Martha Gonzales

Mar 6, 2020

Teresita Martha Gonzales, 29, of Tucson passed away on March 06, 2019. She is survived by her sister; Yessica Musgrove and her brother; Rainy Gonzales.

Maria Guadalupe Vega

Maria Guadalupe Vega

Mar 4, 2020

Maria Guadalupe Vega, born December 13, 1956, went home to be with our Lord on March 4, 2020. Maria is preceded in death by her parents Maria and Gregorio Sanchez. She is survived by her two daughters, Alexis Monreal (Luis), and Brianna Vega. She was a devoted grandmother to her three grandchildren, Isaiah, Carlos, and Isaac Monreal. She is also...

Sally Day "Bunny" Hanson

Sally Day "Bunny" Hanson

Mar 3, 2020

Sally Day "Bunny" Hanson

02/27/1932 - 03/03/2020

Bunny passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, March 3.  She was born in Philadelphia, PA.  At the age of 2, she moved to Arizona when her parents, Chay and Sally Day decided to head west.  She was raised on a cattle ranch, La Posta Quemada in Vail, Arizona.  In 1958, she...

Mark K. Odom

Mark K. Odom

Mar 3, 2020

Mark K. Odom, 63, passed away on March 3, 2020, at Banner University Medical Center. He was born February 12, 1957, in Fort Branch, Indiana, the last son of Paul R. and Lilian M. (Logsdon) Odom.

Humberto Gastelum

Humberto Gastelum

Feb 28, 2020

Humberto Gastelum, 57, earned his wings on February 28, 2020 in Tucson, Arizona.  He is survived by his girlfriend: Rosanna Machado; Sons: Humberto Gastelum, Matias Gastelum and Aurelio Gastelum; Daughters: Stephanie Gastelum, Paulina Gastelum, Iliana Gastelum, Lilliana Gastelum, Mariana Gastelum, Marlyn Gastelum and Araceli Gastelum; Brother: Marcos Gastelum; Sister: Maria Del Socorro Gastelum; His first wife: Brenda Gastelum and 9...

Arcenio De La Ossa

Arcenio De La Ossa

Feb 26, 2020

Arcenio De La Ossa, 72, was called home on Februy 26, 2020 in Patagonia, AZ.  He is survived by his wife: Gertrude Maria De La Ossa; Sons: Arcenio De La Ossa Jr., Alberto De La Ossa, Aurelio (Gloria) De La Ossa and Carlos De La Ossa; Daughters: Veronica Lourdes De La Ossa, Emily Rose (Ernie) Urbina, Amanda Matilda De La...

Tiffany Inez Duarte

Tiffany Inez Duarte

Feb 24, 2020

Tiffany Inez Duarte, 37, of Tucson, Arizona, entered into paradise on February 24, 2020. She joined her loving mother Cathy Duarte in Heaven. She is survived by her daughter, Ariella Duarte; father, George Duarte; brothers, Rene, George and Christopher Duarte; sister, Lea Castillo.  She was a devoted mother whom spent quality time and love with her daughter. She had a...

Angelita Caballero

Angelita Caballero

Feb 22, 2020

Angelita was born on April 18, 1944 and passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents; Jesus and Ramona Felix, brother; Jesus S. Felix, nephews; Jason and Guillermo Felix, Francisco Quiroz and niece Zulema Felix. She is survived by her husband Rafael Canez, two sons; Frank Alegria and Ricardo (Alma Leticia) Alegria, sister;...

Pedro T Felix

Pedro T Felix

Feb 20, 2020

Pedro T. Felix, 60, earned his wings on February 20, 2020 in Rio Rico, AZ surrounded by his loved ones.  He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years: Martha S. Felix; Sons: Pedro Felix Jr (Zobe Felix) and Diego Felix (Katy Felix); Daughter: Lizette Felix; Father: Francisco Felix;  Brothers: Luis Felix, Jorge Felix, Martin Felix and Antonio Felix;...