Obituaries
Mirza Gloria Vega Gonzalez
Jul 13, 2019
Mirza Gloria Vega Gonzalez, 47, earned her wings on July 13, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her husband: Mario Fernando Ruiz. Her stepkids: Simei Ruiz Llanos, Cristian Ruiz Siqueiros, Shantal Nayomi Ruiz Llanos, and Dulce Perez; Her brothers: Francisco Ramon Vega Gonzalez and Atanacio Vega Gonzalez; Sisters: Herminia Vega Gonzalez, Guadalupe Vega Gonzalez, Marta Vega...
Patricia Ann Smith
Jul 13, 2019
Patricia Ann Smith was born in Dallas, Texas, on April 27, 1952 to Jim and Helen Davis. Patricia went to and graduated from Tucson Magnet High School in 1970. She then went to work for the University of Arizona until she started with the Tucson Electric Power Company in 1981. She worked with TEP for 35 years and retired as a INTERNATIONAL RIGHT...
Maria Cristina Soto Romero
Jul 11, 2019
Maria Cristina Soto Romero, 99, passed away on July 11, 2019. She is survived by her children, Graciela Soto Rodriguez, Cristina Soto Rodriguez, Raul Soto Rodriguez, Margarita Soto Rodriguez, Carlos Soto Rodriguez, Rosa M. Soto Rodriguez, Ignacio Soto Rodriguez, Aurora Soto Rodriguez and Alfonso Soto Rodriguez; brothers, Carlos Soto Romero, Alfonso Soto Romero and Raul Soto Romero.
JoAnne Virginia Griffin
Jul 10, 2019
JoAnne V. Griffin
It is with great sadness the Family of JoAnne V. Griffin, 61, born February 21, 1958, was called upon by our lord and received her set of wings on Wednesday July 10, 2019. JoAnne is the daughter of late Guadalupe Rose Valdez and Joe Romero. She was the eldest of five siblings: Ricardo (Alyssa) Valdez, Rosemarie Valdez,...
William Charles Leonard
Jul 9, 2019
William Charles Leonard died peacefully at his home in Sonoita, Arizona on July 9, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, Velma and George Leonard, and his brother George “Mick” Leonard. He is survived by his niece Amy Leonard of Oregon and his nephew Patrick Leonard of Virginia.
John R. Rivas
Jul 9, 2019
John R. Rivas, 84, of Tucson passed away on July 9, 2019. John was born here in Tucson in 1934 and attended Tucson High School. John was a jack of many trades; he worked in housekeeping, delivery business, top chef in the Marana Military Base, also worked as a cook and he was a farmer for over 16 years. He...
Gloria Jean Ortiz
Jul 5, 2019
Gloria Jean Ortiz, 46, of Tucson passed away on July 5, 2019. She is survived by her mother; Guadalupe T. Ortiz, father; Oscar V. Bojorquez, brother; Leonard Bojorquez (Veronica), sisters; Theresa Bojorquez (Sam) and Joanna Bojorquez, her boyfriend; Mark Ottmer, nieces’ and nephews; Danielle, Selena, Alexis, Sydney, Jasyah, Leonard Jr., Lillyanna, Diego, Rene, Mariah, Evan and Jeremiah, Aunts, uncles, cousins...
Veronica T. Duarte
Jul 4, 2019
Veronica T. Duarte, 45, earned her angel wings on July 04, 2019 in Chandler, AZ, a place she called home. Her celebration of life will be held at Martinez Funeral Chapel on July 19, 2019 at from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for immediate family and from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for other family and close friends. Veronica was...
Josefa Barrera Palacios
Jul 4, 2019
Josefa Barrera Palacios, 79, of Tucson,AZ. Passed away on July 4, 2019. She is survived by her beloved husband; Pedro Garcia Palacios,sons; Pedro Xavier Palacios and Jesus Jose Palacios, daughters; Cristina Palacios and Rosa Mana Siqueiros, brother Leonardo Barrera, sisters; Guadalupe Barrera Carlon, Maria Luisa Carlon and Mercedes Carlon, grandchildren 27 and great grandchildren 38. She is preceded in death...
Mario Manuel Cañez Martinez
Jul 4, 2019
Mario Manuel Cañez Martinez, 67, earned his wings in Tucson, Arizona surrounded by his loving family on July 4, 2019. He is survived by his wife: Myrna Cañez; Sons: Jesus Fernando Cañez, Luis Rene Cañez and Mario Cañez; Brothers: Rogelio Cañez, Oscar Cañez, Daniel Cañez and Roberto Cañez; Sisters: Yolanda Castillo, Leticia Gonzalez, Hortencia De La Re, Alba Rita Gonzalez...
Ramon Garcia
Jun 29, 2019
Ramon Garcia, 59, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2019. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Catalina Garcia; son, Alan Garcia and his wife Marla Aviles; daughters, Cathy Garcia and Isabella Garcia; brothers, Jose Alfredo Garcia and Antonio Garcia; sisters, Carmen Garcia, Alma Garcia and Cindy Garcia; grandchildren, Vianney, Genesis and Abiel;...
Mary Lou Rodriguez
Jun 27, 2019
Mary Lou Rodriguez, 77, was granted her wings on June 27, 2019 in Nogales, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband: Raul Rodriguez; Sons: Raoul Rodriguez and Omar Rodriguez; Daughters: Martina Olivares and Isabel Lechuga; Brothers: Manuel Ojeda and Ernesto Ojeda; Sisters: Estela Felix and Clarissa Horton; 5 grandchildren: Raul Rene Lechuga, Oscar Rene Lechuga, Cristian...
Guadalupe Y. Lopez
Jun 27, 2019
Guadalupe Y. Lopez, 87, was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Gustavo Lopez on June 27, 2019. She is survived by her sons, Juan Adolfo Lopez, Jorge Octavio Lopez, Marco Arturo Lopez and Jesus Santos; daughter, Sylvia Lopez; 18 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, son, Gustavo Lopez; sisters, Carmen Torres and Susana Santos and...
Donald MacLaren Simmons III
Jun 24, 2019
Donald MacLaren Simmons III, earned his wings on June 24,2019 in Patagonia, AZ. He is survived by his mother: Doris S. Simmons; His sister: Catherine (Kate) Simmons Sayre; Brother in Law: Raymond O. Sayre; Nephews: Colton M. Sayre and Travis O. Sayre; He is preceded in death by his father: Donald M. Simmons Jr; Maternal Grandparents: Leota and Carl Stump...
Roberto Monroy Castelo
Jun 23, 2019
Roberto M. Castelo, 92, earned his wings in Nogales, AZ on June 23, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones. He has gone to reunite with the love of his life, Leonor M. Castelo. He is also preceded in death by his Parents: Francisco and Francisca Castelo; Sons: Jose Castelo and Roberto Castelo Jr; Daughters: Leonor Castelo and Norma Castelo; Brothers:...
Bernardo Robles
Jun 23, 2019
Bernardo Robles, 70, passed away on June 23, 2019. He was reunited in Heaven with his beloved mother Petra Robles, father Leocadio Macias, sister's; Catalina Macias and Consuelo Macias, brother's; Mario Macias, David Macias and Leocadio Macias, He was loved by his wife Gloria Rosales, granddaughter Victoria Rosales, step-daughter Paula Rosales, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. He was a special...
Claudia Montañez
Jun 21, 2019
Claudia “Montañez” Acedo, 36, was granted her angel wings on June 21, 2019. Her final days were spent surrounded by family & friends that Claudia had touched in some small way throughout her short yet very memorable life. She gave us all such courage and hope and reminded us of the preciousness of life. She loved to color & dance and...
Alvino Albert Casillas
Jun 18, 2019
Alvino Albert Casillas, 83, was called home to the Lord's side on June 18, 2019 in Tucson, AZ. He is survived by his Son: Albert Coto Casillas Jr; Daughters: Cecilia Casillas Palafox, Regina Casillas Monge and Dolores Casillas Salcido; 11 Grandchildren and 19 Great Grandchildren.
Hector Jacquez Ochoa
Jun 18, 2019
Hector Jacquez Ochoa, 67, avid hunter, outdoorsman, veteran and retired concrete finisher in Tucson, AZ for 38 years, peacefully passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 surrounded by his family and friends. Beloved husband of 45 years to his wife Lydia.
Loving father of Anthony (Cindy), Katrina, and Hector “JR”.
Brother of Adelia (Joe), Miguel "Micky" (Chris), Molly (Louie), Eddie (Sandy),...
Carlos Vale
Jun 16, 2019
Carlos Vale, 31, of Tucson, AZ passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019. He is survived by his wife: Mirian Arrona Canez; Daughter: Yamile Leilany Vale; Brother: Victor; Sisters: Alicia Vale, Jeniffer Zazueta, Selina (Enrique), Irma (Robert) and Yaylee and his parents. Felicitas A. Pérez, Charles Vale and Mother; Modesta Solano "Tita". Carlos fue un hombre muy querido por sus amistades...
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