Obituaries

Lorenzo C. Martinez

Lorenzo C. Martinez

Aug 21, 2019

Lorenzo C. "Lencho" Martinez, 90, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on August 21, 2019. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ramona Martinez. He is survived by his sons; Jessie (Liza) Martinez and Raul (Jessica) Martinez; daughters, Norma (Felipe) Reyes, and Sonia Martinez, Also preceded by his first wife, Trinidad Ruiz Martinez. He is survived by his son; Lozenzo...

Luis Manuel Castillo

Luis Manuel Castillo

Aug 20, 2019

Luis Manuel Castillo, 70, passed away on August 20, 2019 in Rio Rico surrounded by his loving family.  He is survived by his wife of 31 years Mercedes Castillo; Son: Luis Castillo; Daughters: Marcia Castillo, Jennifer Castillo, Ann Marie Castillo, Misselle Castillo and Lizzie Castillo; Brother: Robert Castillo; Sisters: Ana Parada, Francis Valencia and Maria De Los Angeles Rodriguez; 11...

Edward Rafael Velasco

Edward Rafael Velasco

Aug 17, 2019

Edward Rafael Velasco, a beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, passed away at age 74 on August 17, 2019, surrounded by his family.  He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Carol Velasco; children, Laura Velasco, Brian Bayze (Sarah) and Karin Bayze; brothers, Luis Velasco, Memo Velasco and Tony Velasco; sister, Mercedes Cantu; and granddaughter, Chloe Bayze.  He was...

Carmen T. Dorame

Carmen T. Dorame

Aug 15, 2019

Carmen Dórame (Tere) Falleció el día 15 de Agosto de 2019 en Tucson Arizona. Precedido en el fallecimiento su querido esposo de más de 45 años Antonio Dórame Jr. así como también su hermano Francisco Greer.

Tere como se le conocía cariñosamente nació el 25 de Mayo de 1953 en Agua Prieta Sonora del matrimonio de los Señores Juan y...

Jean N. Wright

Jean N. Wright

Aug 13, 2019

Jean N. Wright, 87, earned her wings on August 13, 2019 in Sierra Vista, AZ.  Jean was a resident of Patagonia since 1972.  She is survived by her son: Roy F. Lee; daughters: Marcia Lee, Kate Alterman and Annice Landers; Sisters: Dolly Forbush and Waydean Neeley O'bryan; 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her...

Cristian Gaxiola

Cristian Gaxiola

Aug 13, 2019

It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Cristian.

Cristian Gaxiola, 19, of Tucson Arizona passed away on August 13, 2019.

Those who knew Cristian, even just a little, would have experienced his great heart and kindness. His genuine willingness to help is one of many admirable qualities that will be missed.

Cristian loved...

Michael Joseph Villa

Michael Joseph Villa

Aug 11, 2019

Michael Joseph Villa, 66, of, Tucson, Arizona, was called home on August 11, 2019. He is survived by his mother, Frances Villa; daughter, Adrienne Marquez (Arthur Marquez Jr); brothers, Ernest Villa, David Villa and Henry Villa (Elizabeth); sisters, Mary Cindy Federico (Thomas) and Emily Villa and 2 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father, Ernest Villa.  My tata...

Olga Alcantar

Olga Alcantar

Aug 8, 2019

Olga Alcantar, 86, was called home to the Lord on, Thursday, August 08, 2019. She is survived by her sons, Jorge Alcantar and Martin Alcantar; daughters, Maria Ahumada, Frances Trevino, Alma Perez, Norma Lopez, Sandra Grijalva, Jorge Alcantar, Lupita Garland, Olga N. Arellano and Claudia Alcantar; brother, Carlos Lopez; sisters, Lupita Munoz, Alfonsina Hernandez and Belen Armenta; 44 grandchildren and...

Joe Lopez lll

Joe Lopez lll

Aug 7, 2019

Joe Lopez lll, 23, of Tucson, Arizona, was called home on August 8, 2019. He is survived by his parents, Joe Lopez Jr and Rosalinda Lopez; brothers, Angel Llamas, Richard Llamas and Gilbert Sandoval; sisters, Lloni Lopez and Gordy Lopez; grandparents, Lupe and Ray Mendoza, Grace and Joe Lopez Sr.; also 15 nieces and nephews.

"Joe Lopez. A son. A...

Hipolita Valenzuela

Hipolita Valenzuela

Aug 6, 2019

Hipolita Valenzuela, 86, passed away on August 6, 2019. She is Survived by her sons; David and Josue, daughters; Maria Valenzuela, Susana Welsh and Margarita Solis, brother; Tomas Gastelum.

Eduwiges Lopez

Eduwiges Lopez

Aug 5, 2019

Eduwiges Lopez, 79, earned his wings in Tucson, Arizona on August 5, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife Maria Elena Lopez, daughters; Liliana Lopez, Lisset Lopez and Lisbbet Vega, son; Jose Lopez, sister; Elva and Porfiria, also 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

 

Dr Hector Alonso Arevalo

Dr Hector Alonso Arevalo

Aug 5, 2019

Hector Alonso Arevalo, 59, earned his wings on August 5, 2019 in Nogales, Arizona surrounded by family.  He is survived by his loving wife: Maria Jesus Arevalo; Son: Hector Arevalo Jr; Daughter: Karizma Natalia; and 5 Grandchildren.  

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Rebecca Robles Moreno

Rebecca Robles Moreno

Aug 2, 2019

Rebecca Robles Moreno, 61, passed away on August 2, 2019. She  is survived by her daughters; Crystal, Susanna, Joanna and Deanna,  brothers; Roy Robles, Eddie Robles and Danny Robles, sisters; Helen Vargas, Lori Munoz and Dorothy Robles, 8 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and her dog; Oso.

Carlos Manuel Gutierrez

Carlos Manuel Gutierrez

Aug 2, 2019

On Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, Carlos Manuel Gutierrez, a loving Son, brother, uncle and father of two children, passed away at the early age of 42 in Tucson, AZ. Carlos was born on August 21st, 1976 in Tucson, Arizona to Guadalupe Valdez and Manuel Gutierrez. He was a Tucson native and a proud Tucson high school Badger. He had two...

Norma Estrada Leon

Norma Estrada Leon

Aug 2, 2019

Norma Estrada Leon, 74, born on October 9, 1944, quietly departed this life on Friday August, 2, 2019 in Tucson, Arizona.  She was originally from Nogales, Arizona.  She relocated to Tucson, Arizona after she got married. She was an excellent caregiver for many years. She studied nursing at Pima Community College after graduating from Nogales High School.  She is survived...

Guadalupe Ybarra Lopez

Guadalupe Ybarra Lopez

Jul 30, 2019

Guadalupe Ybarra Lopez, 62, earned her wings while surrounded by her loving family on July 30th, 2019.  She is survived by her daughter: Isabel C. De La Rosa (Jaime); Brother: Ramon Guillermo Lopez (Laura); Sisters: Ana Villagrana, Esther Morales (Pablo), Guillermina Y. Lopez, Rosa Linda Huber (James), Lourdes Y. Lopez and Mary Robles; 3 Grandchildren.  She is preceded in death...

Luis Carlos Valencia

Luis Carlos Valencia

Jul 29, 2019

 

Luis "Louie" C. Valencia, 59, went to be with the Lord on the evening of July 29, 2019 in Tucson, AZ. Louie was born to Manuel and Belen Valencia on June 5, 1960 in Douglas, AZ. Louie loved the outdoors and spent time with his family camping, hunting, and fishing. He enjoyed working on his trucks with his brothers....

Fred Gardner

Fred Gardner

Jul 29, 2019

Fred Gardner, 69,  earned his wings on July 29, 2019 in Tucson, Arizona.  He is preceded in death by his parents: William and Maria Gardner; his Wife: Amelia Gardner; Brothers: William Gardner, Charlie Gardner and his twin brother Frank Gardner.  He is survived by his son: Fredrick Gardner; Grandson: Mason Gardner; Siblings: Mary Ann Cuellar and Joseph Gardner along with...

Gerardo Ruelas Ortiz

Gerardo Ruelas Ortiz

Jul 28, 2019

Gerardo "Jerry" Ruelas Ortiz, 63, of Tucson entered eternal life on July 28, 2019. He is survived by his wife; Laura, daughter; Addriana Elena Ortiz. brothers; Adrian Luis, Esteban, Guillermo (Martha) and Robert (Loel) Ortiz, sister; Claire Tapia (Mike),  Elena, mother; Amalia Ruelas. He is preceded in death by his brothers Gilberto Valente and William G. Ortiz Jr., and his...

Ana Paola Melendez

Ana Paola Melendez

Jul 27, 2019

Ana Paola Melendez, 34, earned her wings on July 27, 2019 surrounded by her loving family in Nogales, Arizona. She is survived by her parents: Jesus A. Melendez and Maria D. Melendez; Son: Ricardo Teyechea; Daughters: Jovelyn Pliego, Fernanda Pliego, Mia Sophia Leon, Meilani Leon and Paulina Leon; Brother: Adrian Melendez; Sister: Anette Paulina Melendez; Grandmother: Maria Teresa Lepe; She...