Obituaries

Grace Valdez Canez Bonillas

Grace Valdez Canez Bonillas

Dec 11, 2012

Grace Valdez Canez Bonillas, 1930-2012, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 11, 2012. She was 82. Grace was born November 27, 1930 in San Angelo, TX to Guillermo and Anastacia Valdez and moved to Tucson in 1956. She worked in Environmental Services at St. Mary's Hospital for over 30 years. Grace was preceded in death by...

Abel Corrales

Abel Corrales

Dec 9, 2012

Abel Corrales, born on April 13, 1968, in Esqueda,Sonora Mexico, passed away peacefully, surrounded by all those who loved him deeply, on the 9th of December 2012. Preceded in death by his sister, Carmen Mendez and brother David Contreras. Survived by his Adopted Parents Sergio and Ramona Contreras and biological parents, Miguel L Corrales and Maria Elena Aguayo, brothers and...

Sonia Patricia Rosales-Manor

Sonia Patricia Rosales-Manor

Dec 5, 2012

Sonia Patricia Rosales-Manor 4/4/1970 - 12/5/2012 To her friends, she was known as Sonia. To her family, she was Patty. But everyone knew her as the life of the party. She went to Heaven suddenly on December 5th, where she is reunited with her sister, Jessica. If Patty was in a room, you knew it. She was kind of loud...

Pastor B. Ruiz

Pastor B. Ruiz

Dec 3, 2012

Pastor B. Ruiz Born May 7, 1930, entered into the gates of Heaven on December 3, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Olga C. Ruiz; his children, Leticia, Jesus (Barbara) and Carmen; 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was an amazing man and so loved. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him....

John Joe Serrano, Jr.

John Joe Serrano, Jr.

Dec 3, 2012

John Joe Serrano, Jr. He was born in Superior, AZ and grew up in Tucson, AZ. Preceded in death by his father John Joe Serrano, Sr., cousins William, Lauro Jr. and Rita. He is survived by his children, Jazzmin Alize (9), Gabriela Rose (5) and Richard Romeo (3); mother, Laura J. Espinoza; step-father, Mark D. Coleman; sister, Sofia R. Serrano;...

Helen H. Borquez

Helen H. Borquez

Dec 1, 2012

Helen H. Borquez 79, of Tucson, AZ, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years Alfred F. Borquez, Sr.; children, Alfred Jr. (Rachel), Clorinda (Joe Mendibles), Robert (Gloria), Frank (Cathy) and Irene (Anthony Cardenas); sister, Vera Campuzano (Manuel); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. "Munchas Garcias" Visitation will be held...

Elizardo F. Sepulveda

Elizardo F. Sepulveda

Dec 1, 2012

Elizardo F. Sepulveda 47, known as JR to his family and friends, of Tucson, AZ, passed away December 1, 2012. Our brother was free spirited and loved the outdoors. We will miss him dearly. Survived by her mother, Minerva F. Flores-Hall; daughter, Eliza Sepulveda; girlfriend, Patricia Tolleson; sisters, Christine Lopez (Johnny), Maria Sepulveda and Barbara Gonzales; brothers, Michael (Taco), Armando...

Juan V. Sanchez

Juan V. Sanchez

Nov 16, 2012

Juan V. Sanchez, 74, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2012 at his home in Tucson, with his family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Gloria Sanchez; daughters, Thelma Valenzuela, Velma Puente and Sylvia Bracamonte; grandchildren, Gabe Puente, Demetria Puente, Darian Bracamonte and Anthony Bracamonte. He proudly served in the United States Marine...

Adelina P. Carrillo

Adelina P. Carrillo

Nov 4, 2012

Adelina P. Carrillo, 84, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2012. She is survived by her children; Thomas Carrillo, Hector Carrillo, Tony Carrillo, John Carrillo, Frank Carrillo, Adelina Reyes and Jesus Carrillo; 22 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Jose Carrillo. In her past-time she would enjoy putting together puzzles and...

Araceli Espinoza

Araceli Espinoza

Nov 3, 2012

Araceli "Celi" Espinoza 18, of Tucson, AZ, passed away November 3, 2012. She is survived by her parents, Refugio Espinoza and Noemi J. (Jordan) Layton; brother and best friend, Cesar J. Espinoza; grandmother, Rosa Granillo and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Celi was an intelligent, beautiful young lady who loved fashion. She will be dearly missed by many. Because of...

Esperanza G. Soto

Esperanza G. Soto

Oct 14, 2012

Esperanza G. Soto (Chita/Espie) Born in Yuma, Arizona on October 12, 1917 entered into eternal rest on October 14, 2012 she lived with her daughter, Frances C. Soto, and with her granddaughter, Brenda Placko, at her side. Preceded in death by husband Albert A. Soto and daughter Dorothy S. Lopez. Esperanza worked over 25 years at Carondelet St. Mary's in...

Dorothy M. Huggins

Dorothy M. Huggins

Oct 13, 2012

Dorothy M. Huggins (Valencia) born July 9, 1928 in Tucson, Arizona, peacefully passed away while surrounded by family on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, Pedro and Carmen; her loving husband, Albert; sons-in-law, Robert Keasey and Ruben Yourgulez. She is survived by her children, Shirley, Charles (Linda), George (Pauline), Kathy and Cindy; 19 grandchildren,...

Arturo R. Ruiz

Arturo R. Ruiz

Oct 8, 2012

Arturo R. Ruiz 79, lost his battle with Pancreatic Cancer on October 8, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Maria Eva Chavarin. He is survived by his wife, Maria Gilda Yepiz Ruiz and his five children, Arturo Jr. (Maria Eugenia), Gabriel (Gloria Ornelas), Laurie (Eugene Hays), Leti (Don "Ronnie" Meyer) and Kristina Marie. He...

Elodia Saucedo

Elodia Saucedo

Oct 7, 2012

Elodia Saucedo 73, passed away on October 7, 2012. Survived by her loving husband, Rudy Saucedo, Sr.; sons, Rudy Saucedo, Jr., Rene Saucedo and Hector Saucedo; grandchildren, Alex Saucedo, Michael Saucedo and Steven Saucedo; great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins. Mass will be on Monday, October 15, 2012 at St. Augustine Cathedral at 9:00 a.m. Services will conclude upon Mass...

Fausto P. Espinoza "Tano"

Fausto P. Espinoza "Tano"

Oct 6, 2012

Fausto P. Espinoza, 80, of Tucson, AZ. Departed this earthly life on Saturday, October 6, 2012. Survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Maria del Carmen; children, Luis René, Lupita, Rosemary (Victor) Balderrama, Jacinto (Patricia), Fausto, Jr. (Sandi), Sagrario, Francisco (Bernadette), Victor, Lucy, Gina, Ramon (Alma), brother of Irma Alcantara, Beatrice Espinosa, Mercedes Carrizosa, Marco Antonio Espinoza; 22 grandchildren,...

Danny Almeida

Danny Almeida

Oct 5, 2012

Danny S. Almeida Born July 27, 1950. Passed away on Friday, October 5, 2012. Surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his mother, Mercedes S. McCormick; brother, Mario S. McCormick; sister, Olga S. Romero. He is survived by two daughters, Michelle and Mercy (Robert); four grandchildren and one great-grandchild; two sisters, Irene (Nelson), Shirley (Charlie); three brothers, Rudy...

Phillip Anthony Campbell

Phillip Anthony Campbell

Oct 3, 2012

CAMPBELL, Phillip Anthony, born January 13, 1957, has passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. He is survived by members of his immediate family; Barbara R. Campbell and Beau A. Campbell. Services will be held Wednesday, October 10, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPEL.

James Yslas Gomez

James Yslas Gomez

Sep 22, 2012

James Yslas Gomez, 57, of Tucson, Arizona died on September 22, 2012 after a long struggle with liver failure. He was a retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant. James was predeceased by his mother and father, Edilia Yslas and Wenceslao Burruel Gomez and sister Betty Felix. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Christine Ochoa Gomez; children,...

James Yslas Gomez

James Yslas Gomez

Sep 22, 2012

James Yslas Gomez 57, of Tucson, Arizona died on September 22, 2012 after a long struggle with liver failure. He was a retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant. James was predeceased by his mother and father, Edilia Yslas and Wenceslao Burruel Gomez and sister, Betty Felix. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Christine Ochoa Gomez; children,...

Janice Cota

Janice Cota

Sep 20, 2012

Janice "Ninj" Marie Cota 6/24/1955 - 9/20/2012 Left our world to be with her baby girl, Maria "Munch" Cota. Survived by her long time love, Abel Salazar; daughters, Felicia "Nicki" (Abel, Jr.) and Alicia; son, Rene "Nene" (Samantha) and Alonzo. Grandkids, Samantha and Eric, Carissa, Mario, Angel, Yazleene, Rene, Jr. and Jessica. Mother, Rose Trammell; sisters, Marilyn (Leo), Donella, Dora...

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