Obituaries

Martin Michael Kane

Martin Michael Kane

Nov 8, 2017

Martin Michael Kane, 43 earned his wings on November 8, 2017.  He is survived by his 2 sons, 1 daughter His parents:  Henry Joe Kane and Ruth Kane.  His brothers, Sisters, and many other family members and friends.  He will be missed by all whose hearts he touched. Arrangements entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels

Javier C. Rodarte

Javier C. Rodarte

Nov 4, 2017

Javier C. Rodarte, 81, passed away on November 4, 2017.  He is survived by his beloved wife, Ernestina Rodarte; sons, Javier Rodarte, Jr. (Isabel), Ernie Alonso Rodarte and Michael Rodarte; daughters, Celina Rodarte, Melisa Rodarte Strong (Denny) and Monica Rebeca Tovar (Cesar); 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. This world lost an honorable man that always helped others in need.  Although...

Rosa Delia Negrete

Rosa Delia Negrete

Nov 2, 2017

Rosa Delia Negrete, 81, passed away on November 2, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.  She is preceded in death by her husband Ruben L. Negrete;  Children:  Guadalupe Jeong (Edward Jeong Jr), Elizabeth Negrete, Luis Ruben Negrete, Teresa Ramirez (David Ramirez), and Diana Negrete; Brother:  Gilberto Moraga; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.She was born in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. Rosa Delia...

Concepcion Hernandez

Concepcion Hernandez

Nov 1, 2017

Concepcion Hernandez, 89, died on November 1, 2017 in Rio Rico. She is preceded in death by her son, Jose Alejandro Villegas; parents, Lazaro Velez Hurtado Catalina Ornelas Velez; brothers Jorge Velez and Jose Cruz Velez; sister Yolanda Renteria. She is survived by her daughters, Paquita Villegas and Veronica Hernandez; brother, Francisco Velez; sisters, Dolores Velez and Evangelina Mascarenas Velez;...

Darlene "Darla" R Ramirez

Darlene "Darla" R Ramirez

Oct 28, 2017

RAMIREZ, Darlene "Darla" was born February 4, 1956, in Los Lunas New Mexico. After a year-long fight against colorectal cancer, she gained her angel wings while surrounded by family and friends October 28, 2017. She moved to Tucson at a young age where she pursued hairdressing and serving the public through financial institutions. As a devoted wife of 33 years...

Maria Teresa Espinoza

Maria Teresa Espinoza

Oct 26, 2017

María Teresa Espinoza, 71, recibió sus alas el día 26 de Octubre del 2017 al ser rodeada por su hermosa y querida familia.  Precedida en muerte por sus padres José Rosario Espinoza e Higinia González,  Le sobreviven su hijo: Juan F Espinoza; Hija: Marcy Zuniga (Robert); Nietos: Juan Jr, Elian, Kevin y Ryan.  Hermanos: Efraín Espinoza y Álvaro Espinoza; Hermanas: Martha Urquidez, Rosie Toenjes, María Parker, Esperanza Espinoza, and Amelia Todo el que tuvo la dicha de conocer a Teresita, estarán de acuerdo que ella era una...

Julia R. Hause

Julia R. Hause

Oct 26, 2017

Julia R. Hause passed away on October 26, 2017 surrounded by many loving family members. She is preceded in death by her husband. Julia will be missed.

Joe Ortiz Garcia

Joe Ortiz Garcia

Oct 24, 2017

Joe Ortiz Garcia, 61, died Tuesday, October 24, 2017, following a long battle with cancer. Born in Tucson December 4, 1955, Joe attended Pueblo High School, later earning his GED in the mid-1970s during his service in the US Army. He was later employed by BHP Billiton, a copper mining company, and Pima County, working in the department of Parks...

Norma Plascencia

Norma Plascencia

Oct 21, 2017

Norma Plascencia, 75, departed this earthly life surrounded by family on Saturday, October 21, 2017. She is survived by her sons, Jesus A. Yzabal and Jose A. Yzabal; daughter, Martha Romero-Yzabal; brothers, Alberto Plascencia and Jorge Plascencia; sisters, Alicia Lopez and Clara Paco; 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Genevieve R. Carrillo

Genevieve R. Carrillo

Oct 21, 2017

On October 21, 2017 the Lord received another Angel, Genevieve R. Carrillo. Proceeded in-death by her late husband: Fred O.Carrillo, Grandsons:Freddy L.Carrillo III, Orlando Carrillo, Glenn Bowling Jr. Granddaughter: Rachel Carrillo, Michael A Carrillo. Genevieve was a loving wife ,mother, mother in law, Grandmother. She loved her Family unconditionally. Genevieve loved her Mexican Novellas, she loved to sing and dance to music...

Rachel Benitez Romo

Rachel Benitez Romo

Oct 19, 2017

Rachel Benitez Romo, 77 of Tucson, Arizona passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 19th, 2017. She is survived by her four loving children; Laura Lopez (Martin), Jose Romo (Rita), Tomas Romo, & Carmen Lopez (David); three grandsons, Martin, David, & Andres; four great-grandchildren, Yasmin, Dariel, Charlie, and Joseph and sisters, Elena, Lydia, & Cecilia.  Preceded in death...

Raul S. Escareño

Raul S. Escareño

Oct 15, 2017

Raul S. Escareño, 79, departed this earthly life surrounded by family on October 15, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents, Trinidad and Gabina Escareño; brothers, Emilio "Tony" Escareño, Refugio "Cuco" Escareño, Federico "Hillie" Escareño and David Escareño; sisters, Guadalupe E. Campos, Julieta S. Escareño; Son-in-law, Oscar "Easter" Bojorquez.Survived by his loving wife of 56 years of Marriage, Magda V. Escareño; son, Raul Escareño, Jr.; daughters, Magda Maldonado...

Ernesto Alonso Salguero Contreras

Ernesto Alonso Salguero Contreras

Oct 15, 2017

Ernest Alonso Salguero Contreras, was born July 26,1999 in Tucson AZ. He was called home to soon on October 15,2017. He was a beloved Father, Son, Grandson, and Brother. Ernesto will be greatly missed by his parents Ricardo and Guadalupe Contreras, Ernesto Rochin, and Dawn Gomez. Grandparents Mae (Ken) Giallombardo, Siblings; Ivan Salguero, Ricardo Jr, Perla, and Yajaira Contreras, his Girlfriend; April Dicochea and two sons Miguel Alonso and Andres Xavier Salguero....

Gilbert F. Ortiz

Gilbert F. Ortiz

Oct 14, 2017

Gilbert was born May 23, 1959 in Tucson, Arizona. Sadly he was called home to soon. Gilbert was Elizabeth’s whole life and he will be greatly missed by all our family and friends. Gilbert is preceded in death by his father, Felipe Ortiz; brother, Danny Ortiz; sister, Bertha Ortiz and his daughter, Evette Ortiz. Survived by his wife of 20 beautiful years,...

Ronald Gilbert Mendez

Ronald Gilbert Mendez

Oct 13, 2017

Ronnie was born on September 28, 1952 in Tucson Arizona. He went to be with his parents Alfredo and Rosa Mendez and his brother Fernando Mendez on October 13, 2017.  Ronnie was an avid animal lover and traveled all over the United States as a horse trainer. He played guitar with the original Changitos Feos and was a loving member...

Jerome H Smith Sr.

Jerome H Smith Sr.

Oct 11, 2017

Jerome Henry Smith Sr. was born on October 17, 1955, in Oakland California to Lester Charles Smith and Robelene Lowe Smith. He was one of seven other children. He attended Locke High School in Los Angeles, California and later attended L.A. Trade technical College as well as decided to attend L.A. Occupational Center to become a Printing Specialist. He was...

Yolanda Quintero Martinez

Yolanda Quintero Martinez

Oct 10, 2017

Yolanda Q. Martínez Nació en Florence AZ. El 31 de Diciembre del 1948 Definir a Yolanda en una palabra, BONDAD seria lo esencial. Eso encierra todo lo que uno quisiera ser, aunque seria muy difícil, como hijo igualar, o, tan siquiera ser la milésima parte de lo buena y amorosa que fuiste. La gente que te conocía, en el momento te apreciaba...

Roberto Castelo Jr

Roberto Castelo Jr

Oct 9, 2017

Roberto Castelo Jr "El Chanate", 61, earned his wings and departed this earth on Monday, October 9, 2017 surrounded by his loving family in Nogales, AZ.   He is preceded in death by his mother Leonor M. Castelo; his brother Jose Castelo; and his sister's : Leonor Castelo and Norma Castelo.  He is survived by his Son: Roberto Castelo III; Daughters:...

Francisco J. Islava

Francisco J. Islava

Oct 8, 2017

Francisco J. Islava, 71, departed this earthly life on Sunday, October 8, 2017. His final days and hours were spent in the presence, comfort, and love of his family. He is survived by Amanda Islava, his loving wife of 43 years; his sons, Francisco Javier Islava Jr (Sandra Mendoza), Alberto Islava, and Raul Islava (Nadia Gil), as well has his...

Cecilia T. Flores

Cecilia T. Flores

Oct 8, 2017

Cecilia T. Flores, 99, de Nogales, Arizona , conocida como “Palacho” por sus amistades y miembro de familia pionera de Nogales, Arizona fue llamada a la Gloria de Dios el Domingo 8 de Octubre de 2017. Ella fue hija de Antonio B Terrazas y Lydia Flynn. Fue esposa de Miguel Moreno Faerber, con quien se unió en matrimonio en el...