Obituaries

Teresita Urquijo De Gonzalez

Teresita Urquijo De Gonzalez

Sep 4, 2017

Teresita Urquijo De Gonzalez, 74, fue llamada al Reino de Dios el 4 de Septiembre del 2017. Descansa en Paz Teresita Urquijo de Gonzalez. Agradecemos el Tiempo que estuvistes entre Nosotros pleno de Amor, de Risas, de Enseñanza y Ejemplo. Te Recordaremos Siempre con esa Hermosa Sonrisa. Te llevaremos en Nuestros Corazones. Serás Inolvidable. MAMUCHA ​ Dios Te Bendiga

Oscar Antonio Hernandez Jr.

Oscar Antonio Hernandez Jr.

Sep 4, 2017

With broken hearts and so much pain we say good-bye to you my amazing son, Oscar Antonio Hernandez, Jr. who passed away on September 4, 2017. There are not enough words to describe how beautiful you were as well as loving, caring, adventurous, fearless and free-spirited. You fell asleep with out saying good-bye but memories of you will never die....

Gabriel Espinoza

Gabriel Espinoza

Sep 4, 2017

On Monday, September 4th, 2017 our lives were forever changed. Our beloved Gabriel passed away.  He is survived by the love of his life, wife of 22 years, Helen Espinoza; his daughter’s, Breanna, Caroline, Stephanie and Vianca; his son’s Gabriel (Antoinette), George and Juan; his sisters, Debbie and Terry; grandchildren, Estevan, Kneesie, Anthony, Adam, Annalisa, Jolene, Johnny, Aaron, and Adrian;...

Alex Edward "Bubba" Cota V

Alex Edward "Bubba" Cota V

Sep 2, 2017

Alex Edward “Bubba” Cota V, was called home to be with our Lord on September 2nd, 2017. He was born January 25th, 2000 to parents Alex V. Cota IV and Sabrina L. Montaño. Survived by both parents and his sister, Aileena R. Cota. Grandparents, Edward Montaño, Antonia Montaño and Alex Cota III. Godparents, Sonya Corrales and Robert Daniel Cota II. Tio Armando (Jenny) Montaño and Tias, Stephanie (Robert) Portillo, Celina (Frank Vega) Cota, and Leticia (Ruben) Flores. He was dearly loved by many...

Ernesto Caballero Ornelas

Ernesto Caballero Ornelas

Sep 1, 2017

Ernesto Caballero Ornelas, 62, was called home to the Glory of Our Lord on Friday, September 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Ornelas. He is survived by his mother, Carmen Ornelas; Step-mother, Angelita Ornelas; sons, Ernie, Gabriel, Miguel, and Angel (Ariola) Ornelas; daughters, Janelle (Michael) Chukwueke, and Monique Ornelas; brothers, Joe, Oscar, Martin, Francisco, and Jose; sisters, Lupe (George), and Gloria (Gabe);...

Joseph William Johnston III

Joseph William Johnston III

Aug 19, 2017

Joseph William Johnston III, also known as "Garfield", passed away on August 19, 2017.  He is survived by his son, Malakai Blue, who was the light of his life; his parents, Maria O. Johnston, Jose Manuel Velarde Vazquez and Margarita Johnston; brothers, Joe Johnston, Jorge Johnston, Alberto Michell, Jose Manuel Velarde Raygoza, Ivan Roberto Velarde Raygoza and Daniel Velarde Raygoza;...

Maria Teresa Santana

Maria Teresa Santana

Aug 18, 2017

Maria Santana was born October 3,1954 and went home to the Lord August 18,2017. Maria was married to Rodolfo Santana 44 years. She is survived by her husband Rodolfo, her sons; Eddie and Rudy Santana, her daughter; Veronica, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandbaby, brothers; George Jesus Luis and Carlos Valladolid, sisters; Lisa Casillas and Martha Elva Estella. She was a...

Lisa Ann Otero

Lisa Ann Otero

Aug 15, 2017

Lisa fought pancreatic cancer for 5 years. She took some pretty hard punches. Lisa threw the final punch on August 15th, at 1:45 p.m. She took control and rode to Heaven. Lisa Ann Otero was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona and a lifelong member of the local biker community. She attended Palo Verde High School and worked as an administrative professional in...

Maria Edilia Cecena

Maria Edilia Cecena

Aug 11, 2017

Maria Edilia Ceceña Garcia, 80, paso a mejor vida el día viernes 11 de Agosto del 2017. De vida fue una esposa devota, madre, hermana, y abuela. Edilia deja un legado profundo en todos los que la conocieron. La herencia mas grande que Edilia deja es la fuerte bondad entre la familia. Ella disfrutaba tener a sus hijos, nietos, y bisnietos de visita en su hogar; esas memorias que siempre llevaran con ellos. Maria fue una persona feliz que disfrutaba pasar tiempo con familiares y amigos. Edilia deja atrás a su esposo, Antonio Ceceña, sus dos hermanos, David Garcia y Jose Ramon Garcia, y a sus 7 hijos/hijas: Francisco (Vicky) Ceceña, Ignacio Ceceña, Rodolfo (Patricia) Ceceña, Alma Ceceña, Maria Ceceña, Mario (Sindy) Ceceña, y Edelmira Ceceña Edilia también deja atrás 11 nietos: Denia (Angel) Escobedo, Liset Ceceña, Yvette (Daniel) Ceceña, Dunia (Eric) Ceceña, Marina Ceceña, Crystal Ceceña, Perla Ceceña, Antonio Ceceña, Briset Ceceña, Luis Fernando Ceceña, Julissa Ceceña, y 4 bisnietos: Xavyer Escobedo, Angel Francisco Escobedo, Lucia Estrada-Ceceña,...

Antonio Ramirez, Jr.

Antonio Ramirez, Jr.

Aug 5, 2017

Antonio Ramirez Jr., 68, of Nogales, Arizona, was called home to the Glory of our Lord on August 5, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents: Antonio Ramirez Sr and Maria Elba Gutierrez.

He is Survived by his loving wife of 44 years: Margarita S. Ramirez; Sons: Antonio Ramirez III (Elsa) andRoberto Ramirez (Gloria); Daughter: Maria Elva Badillo (Luis); Brother: Alfonso...

Daniel S. Martinez

Daniel S. Martinez

Jul 31, 2017

Daniel Martinez, 48, was called home on July 31st, 2017. He was born August 15th, 1968, the son of Antonia Salallandia and Jose Romo Martinez. He married Gloria B. Martinez on June 27, 2008. Survived by both parents, his wife Gloria and stepson Martin Alberto DeLuna. Three brothers, Abel (Denise) Cabrera, Valdemar (Maria Elena) Martinez and Miguel Pereyda. Four sisters, Maricela Martinez,...

Norman Edward Melland

Norman Edward Melland

Jul 30, 2017

Norman Melland, 79, is survived by his wife, Sharon Melland and their two sons Brian and Brent Melland. He had five grandchildren and three great-grand children. Norman was a 23 year Veteran of the United States Air Force. In his free time he was an avid fisherman, and loved to build things.

Maria "Cuca" Martinez

Maria "Cuca" Martinez

Jul 30, 2017

Maria "Cuca" Martinez, 70, earned her wings on July 30, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.  She is survived by her son, Enrique Martinez Jr. (Karla); daughters, Lupita Martinez Fuentes (Marco), Ofelia Martinez and Nelly Martinez;  Enrique Martinez Sr: Ex-husband and father of their 4 children;  15 loving grandchildren, a Cousin, nieces, nephews and Numerous Family members and friends that...

Enrique M. Montano

Enrique M. Montano

Jul 29, 2017

Enrique M. Montano, 69, is now walking beside his Lord and Savior after departing this earthly life on Saturday, July 29, 2017. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Guadalupe G. Montano; sons, Enrique A. Montano, Jr.; daughters, Ana L. Montano, Alma L. Montano-Guerra and Gloria L. Arianpour; brother, Eduardo Montano; sisters Teresa Montano Francisca Montano Murrieta...

Todd Robert Wilkins

Todd Robert Wilkins

Jul 24, 2017

Todd Robert Wilkins, 50, passed away on July 24, 2017. He is survived by His sons; Todd and Jesse Wilkins, daughters; Alyssa and Sammijo Wilkins.

Francisco Ramon Montiel

Francisco Ramon Montiel

Jul 24, 2017

Francisco Ramón Montiel (19 de agosto de 1944 a 24 de julio de 2017) Francisco Ramón Montiel, de 72 años, residente por mucho tiempo de Lynwood, Califonia, falleció el lunes 24 de Julio de 2017 en Tucson, Arizona. Nació en Santa Cruz, Sonora, México, a Tanquilo y Armida Montiel. Francisco fue un trabajador, retirándose en 2007. Fue miembro de la Unión Internacional de Trabajadores de América del Norte. Sobrevivió cuatro hijos, tres hijos Ramón Mauricio Montiel, Ronaldo Montiel y Francisco Montiel. Una hija, Perla Guadalupe Montiel y cuatro nietos; de Tucson, AZ. Tres hermanas, Belia Mendoza, Andrea Soto; Los Angeles, CA y Gloria Montiel; Santa Cruz, Sonora, México. Dos hermanos Emilio Montiel; Los Angeles, CA, Juan Montiel; Pima, AZ. Francisco era un gran aficionado al béisbol, preferentemente a LA Dodgers. También disfrutaba pasar tiempo con sus nietos. Francisco fue precedido en la muerte por...

Hector Diaz

Hector Diaz

Jul 21, 2017

"So when tomorrow starts without me don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me I'm right here in your heart."Hector Diaz, 65, entered the Gates of Heaven on Friday, July 21, 2017, peacefully at his home, surrounded by family. He was happily married to Ana Alicia Diaz and was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, friend,...

Francisca B. Gonzalez

Francisca B. Gonzalez

Jul 21, 2017

Francisca B. Gonzalez, 76, earned her wings on Friday, July 21,2017 in Tucson.  She is preceded in death by her husband Jorge C. Gonzalez.  She is survived by her daughter Gloria Aguirre and 2 granddaughters.   Viewing will take place at Martinez Funeral Chapels on July 25, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  A Rosary will be recited during...

Jose Francisco Castelo

Jose Francisco Castelo

Jul 20, 2017

Jose F. Castelo, 68, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.  He has walked into the light that has led him to reunite with all of his loved ones whom left before him.  He is preceded in death by his loving wife Maria J. Castelo; his mother: Leonor M. Castelo and his son Jose Ramon Castelo.  He is survived by his father:...

Magdalena T. Jimenez

Magdalena T. Jimenez

Jul 9, 2017

Magdalena T. Jimenez, 87, departed this earthly life on Sunday, July 9, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents Jesus and Josepha Trujillo. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years of marriage, Juan S. Jimenez; sons, Juan Jimenez (spouse: Helen), George Jimenez (spouse: Gloria) and Frank Jimenez (spouse: Diana); daughters, Margie Dunklee (spouse: Bob) and...