Obituaries

Christian Adrian Salazar

Christian Adrian Salazar

Nov 14, 2016

Christian earned his Angel Wings at the early age of 23 on November 14, 2016, just nine days short of his 24th birthday.  He is survived by his mother, Carmen Arochi; father, Adrian Salazar; son, Matthew Salazar; girlfriend, Janelle Riesgo; brothers, Xibel Salazar, Emmanuel Rodriguez and Josue Rodriguez; sisters, Marialynn Salazar, Adrianne Salazar and Arialany Salazar; as well as many...

Francisco M. Chavarria

Francisco M. Chavarria

Nov 14, 2016

Francisco M. Chavarria, 68, of Tumacacori, AZ, went to be with the Lord on November 14, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife; Josephine R. Chavarria; his four children from oldest to youngest, Frankie Chavarria Jr. (Yolanda Alegria), Jennifer Chavarria, Joaquin Chavarria and Linda Pina (Sergio); 11 grandchildren from oldest to youngest; Jesus F. Lopez, Briana I. Lopez, Javier Lopez, Adrian Lopez, Celine Chavarria, Aisha...

Susana Guillen Rodriguez

Susana Guillen Rodriguez

Nov 12, 2016

Susana Guillen Rodriguez has gone home to heaven. Beloved wife of Frank (Deceased), Mother of 14 children, Eva ( Javier), Marian, Ruth (Alfred), Penny (Sal), Patsy, Laura(Tony), Esther (Danny), Frank(Hope), Ted(Linda). Michael (Lynn), Joseph (Himelda), Emily(deceased) Jerry(Desery), Maria(Robert) and Nana of three generations(130). Surviving siblings are Frances, Johnny and numerous nieces and nephews. residing in South Tucson for over 65...

Margarita C. Fuentes

Margarita C. Fuentes

Nov 3, 2016

Margarita C. Fuentes, 86, entered into eternal rest on November 3, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Procopio C. Fuentes; son, Rafael Fuentes; grandsons, David Cordova Jr., Gonzalo Xavier Valenzuela, and Anthony Rene Cordova. She is survived by her children, Ofelia Verdugo, Guadalupe (Russell) Ray, Jorge Fuentes, Maria (Santiago) Orozco, Alma (Douglas) Baker, Rosa...

Cecilia V. Lowe

Cecilia V. Lowe

Nov 2, 2016

Cecilia V. Lowe, 73, beloved Mom, Nana, Sister and Friend passed away on the morning of November 2, 2016.  She joins her husband, Ernest R. Lowe and son Ernest V. Lowe, Jr. and her brother, Ramon V. Valenzuela in the Kingdom of Heaven.  Cecilia is survived by her daughter Vivian Lowe and grandson, Eugene Andre Maize; by her brother, John...

Lorenzo Lopez, Jr.

Lorenzo Lopez, Jr.

Nov 2, 2016

Lorenzo Lopez, Jr. earned his Heavenly wings at the early age of 30 on November 2, 2016.  He is survived by his parents, Lorenzo and Maria Elisa Encinas; sons, Lorenzo Lopez and Alfonso Daniel Lopez; sister, Trinidad Mendoza (Leobardo); brothers, Antonio Lopez (Aide) and Abram Lopez (Samantha); maternal grandparents, Miguel and Trinidad Encinas; paternal grandparents, Mateas and Nemecia Lopez; nieces,...

Donato Zaragoza

Donato Zaragoza

Oct 29, 2016

Donato Zaragoza of Sahuarita, Arizona, passed away on October 29, 2016 at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife; Maria Del Carmen Caballero, children; Manuel Carmen, Maria Del Jese, Jorge Donato (Tammy), Oscar (Jessica), Omar (Tara) and Julian (Nicole), grand children; Dulce, Manuel, Manuel, Yesena, Selena, Karla, Oscar Jr., Katrina, Lola, Esmeralda, Anthony, Adrian, Angel, Angelita, Jacob,...

Angela C. Santa Cruz

Angela C. Santa Cruz

Oct 28, 2016

Angela C. Santa Cruz, 94, passed away on October 28, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband; Frank Santa Cruz, son; Ralph Santa Cruz, daughter in law; Amanda Santa Cruz and her sisters. She is survived by her children; Barbara Grijalva, Betty, Richard and Rebecca Santa Cruz, brother; Manuel Cady, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mom was...

William Bojorquez

William Bojorquez

Oct 25, 2016

William Bojorquez, 86, joined his beloved God in Heaven on October 25, 2016. He is survived by his dearest wife of 59 years, Sofia Valenzuela; sons, Guillermo Bojorquez (Sylvia), Ruperto Bojorquez (Guadalupe), Jose Jorge Bojorquez (Judy), Samuel Bojorquez (Claudia) and Manuel Salazar; daughters, Rosa Isela Quevedo (Esteban), Maria del Carmen Bojorquez (Jesus), Maria de los Angeles Flores (Luis), Maria Olga...

Selma M. Gonzalez

Selma M. Gonzalez

Oct 23, 2016

Selma Gonzalez, 65, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and friend to many, was called to her eternal resting place with our Lord on October 23, 2016. She entered this world on November 12, 1950 in Carlsbad, NM. She is preceded in death by her parents, Monico and Virginia Molinar; Brother, Robert Molinar and is survived by her husband of 42 years...

Maria Guadalupe Rzeslawski Cota

Maria Guadalupe Rzeslawski Cota

Oct 23, 2016

Maria Rzeslawski Cota, 88, was surrounded by her family when she was called to her eternal resting place on October 23, 2016. She entered this world on February 16, 1928 in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, born to David and Maria Cota Rzeslawski. She is survived by her son, Xavier Escalona; daughters, Norma R. de Navarro (Antonio) and Maria Elena Escalona (Raymundo);...

Neomi Valenzuela

Neomi Valenzuela

Oct 19, 2016

Neomi Valenzuela, 47, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on October 19, 2016. She is survived by her parents; Antonio and Rachel Valenzuela, sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. Neomi we will miss you very much. We all have great memories of you. We love you very much. Visitation will be at Martinez Funeral Chapels 2580 S. 6th Avenue Tucson, AZ, 85713. on...

Manuel Arenas

Manuel Arenas

Oct 19, 2016

Manuel Arenas, 81, beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on October 19, 2016. He entered this world on March 11, 1935 in Pilares, Sonora, Mexico born to Teodoro and Ramona Arenas. He is survived by his beloved wife, Martha Arenas; children Sarahy, Yamara (Alberto), Lupita (Sere), Maria (Humberto), Manny (Missy), Jose (Barbara) and Ana...

Eduardo Cordova Wilson

Eduardo Cordova Wilson

Oct 18, 2016

Eduardo Cordova Wilson, 69, of Tucson passed peacefully on October 18, 2016, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 5, 1946 to Armando and Josefina Wilson. He is now dancing with his sisters; Belen W. Palma, Marie J. Lucero and brother, Rogelio C. Wilson. He is survived by siblings; Armando Wilson (Clara) and Martha Wilson; son, Eduardo Jr...

Carmen C. Ojeda

Carmen C. Ojeda

Oct 17, 2016

Carmen C. Ojeda, 80, was surrounded by her family when she went home to her Lord and Saviour on October 17, 2016. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Deacon Jose R. Ojeda; sons; Jose M. Ojeda, Jr. (Jesse), Sergio A. Ojeda (Marcella) and Jaime J. Bravo (Carmen); daughters; Patricia B. Ojeda, Elizabeth Ojeda-Valenzuela (Guillermo) and Rosie...

Ramon Angel "Momo" Lizarraga

Ramon Angel "Momo" Lizarraga

Oct 17, 2016

Ramon Angel Lizarraga our “Momo,” 18, went home to be with God on Monday, October 17, 2016. Momo was born on Wednesday, June 24, 1998 in Tucson, Arizona. Son of Mina Hernandez and Ramon Lizarraga. As a child, he loved his cowboy boots, acting out his favorite movies and occasionally busting a move. There was always a special admiration for...

John Warren Murray lll

John Warren Murray lll

Oct 16, 2016

John Warren Murray lll, 45, of Tucson, AZ. passed away on October 16, 2016. John is survived by his fiance; Patricia Aragon and many family and friends. Visitation will be held at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85713 on November 2, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m with a 7:00 p.m. rosary. Services entrusted to...

Dulce Maria Cordova

Dulce Maria Cordova

Oct 15, 2016

Dulce Maria Cordova, 26, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on October 15, 2016. She is survived by father; Ramon Cordova, mother; Blanca E. Rascon, brother; Ramon Cordova Jr. She attended and graduated from Pueblo High School. Thereafter, she went onto Cosmetology school at Arizona Academy of Beauty, which was her passion. Her smile would brighten anyone's day. Although our lives...

Luis Contreras

Luis Contreras

Oct 14, 2016

Luis Contreras, 78, beloved Father, was called to his eternal resting place on October 14, 2016. He entered this world on October 21, 1937, born to Gilberto and Maria Contreras. He is survived by his sons Jose Luis (Chito), Jesus Arturo(Chiqui), Gabriel Gustavo (ToTo) and Gilberto Contreras; brother Ruben Contreras; sisters Sylvia Contreras, Bertha Contreras, Sarah Contreras; grandchildren Angelo Martinez,...

Marcos Ruben Miranda

Marcos Ruben Miranda

Oct 11, 2016

Marcos Ruben Miranda, 39, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on October 11, 2016. He is survived by his daughters, Maria Guadalupe Miranda and Clarissa Victoria Miranda; brothers, Jorge Manuel Miranda, Esteban Miranda and Luis Anthony Ruiz; sisters; Sarah Marie Ruiz, Rosa Linda Miranda and Maria Elena Matus. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21, 2016 from 5:00p.m. to 9:00p.m., with a rosary recited at 7:00p.m. Services...