Obituaries

Sigfrido Adolfo Rivero, Sr.

Sigfrido Adolfo Rivero, Sr.

Sep 17, 2012

Sigfrido Adolfo Rivero, Sr., 70, went to be with the Lord on September 17, 2012 after fighting a seven year battle against Multiple Myeloma cancer. He is survived by his wife Dora D. Rivero, 4 children; Sigrido Adolfo Rivero, Jr., Dora Englantina Careaga, Thelma Elizabeth Ramos and Francisco Alberto Rivero; grandchildren, Stephanie, Denisse Jovanna, Fernando Andres, Vianney Mauricio, Carlos Alejandro,...

Johny Romero

Johny Romero

Sep 15, 2012

Johnny C. Romero 23, went to meet his Savior, September 15, 2012. Survived by his parents, Johnny (April) Romero and Anna (Jesus) De La Cruz; brothers, Patrick (Clarissa), Steve (Elvia), Angel and Antonio; sister, Victoria; grandparents, Consuelo K. Romero, Gilbert and Terry Castillo and nephew, Elias E. Romero; also many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by...

Ruben "Tata" Redondo

Ruben "Tata" Redondo

Sep 14, 2012

Ruben "Tata" Redondo 81, passed away on September 14, 2012 leaving us with broken hearts and wonderful memories. He was born in Ruby, AZ on October 1, 1930. He served the US Army during the Korean War. He retired from BHP (Magma) Copper Co. after 43 years of service. Ruben was president of the Lions Club in Mammoth before moving...

Fernando E. Gallardo

Fernando E. Gallardo

Sep 8, 2012

GALLARDO, Fernando E., 75, of Tucson, AZ. Went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2012. He is survived by his spouse, Delia Gallardo; sons, Fernando Gallardo Jr., Anthony and Marcus (Tami) Gallardo and Richard Telly. Brothers, Manny, Ron (Wero) and Rene (Lina) Gallardo. Four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Fernando was a heavy equipment transport operator, He retired after...

Anisett Elisa Islas

Anisett Elisa Islas

Sep 6, 2012

Anisett Elisa Islas "Masi" 4, born December 20, 2007, our sunshine was given her angel wings September 6, 2012. Preceded in death by her nana, Susie Islas and tio Chito Coronado. She is survived by her mother and father Danette and Jose; nani Mary Cervantez; tatas Ernesto Coronado and Samuel Islas. Many tios, tias, cousins, family and friends who loved...

Eugenia Morales

Eugenia Morales

Sep 3, 2012

MORALES, Eugenia, 94, of Tucson, AZ. Departed this earthly life on Monday, September 3, 2012. Survived by spouse, Abelardo; children, Leonard (Leova) Carrasco, Joe (Lipa) Carrasco, Mary C. (Billy) Sanchez and Mary C. Moreno; son-in-law, Henry; daughters-in-law, Gloria Carrasco and Elena Carrasco, 72 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by sons, Francisco Carrasco and Luis Alonzo; daughter, Maria Antonieta...

Lando O. Ahumada

Lando O. Ahumada

Aug 26, 2012

Lando O. Ahumada 29, of Tucson, AZ. passed away Sunday, August 26, 2012. Survived by his wife, Yvonne Ahumada; children, Mario and Ameera Ahumada; parents, Aida and Gilbert Lopez; sisters, Nadia and Laila Lopez; mother-in-law, Linda Quintero and father-in-law, Miguel Quintero. Baby you left behind so many people who loved and cared for you so much. Knowing that your gone...

John V. Gaona

John V. Gaona

Aug 25, 2012

John V. Gaona left for the Casino in the sky on August 25, 2012. He was preceded in death by his mother Virginia; sister, Liza (Tommy) and brother, Richard. John was born in Tiger, AZ in July, 1942, and is survived by his brothers and sisters; Pete (Carmen), Estevan, Tommy (Jenise), Randy (Alma), Virginia (Dan), George, Andres (Silvia), Antonio (Lourdes),...

Estela C. Orantez

Estela C. Orantez

Aug 24, 2012

Estela C. Orantez 74, Tucson, AZ, passed away on August 24, 2012. Preceded in death by her husband, Jose Q. Orantez; children, Marie E. Vasquez, Gilbert F. Orantez and Rene G. Orantez Sr. Survived by children, Joe B. Orantez Jr., Luis E. Orantez Sr. (Linda), Alex R. Orantez and Carlos H. Orantez (Angie); sister, Lydia Cota; brother, Gilbert Cota (Gloria);...

Efren J. Cantu

Efren J. Cantu

Aug 23, 2012

Efren J. Cantu God blessed this earth and our lives on June 18, 1944 when Efren J. Cantu was born into this world. This Heavenly father called him home August 23, 2012. We are deeply saddened and grief stricken by this loss. Preceded in death by his mother, Leticia; sisters, Guadalupe and Yolanda and nephew, Pete Jr. Survived by his...

John V. Allison

John V. Allison

Aug 22, 2012

John V. Allison, 53, passed away on August 23, 2012. Survived by his mother, Martha Allison; sister, Sandra Montaño; nephews, Gilbert and Matthew; niece and God-daughter, Desirae; aunt, Edith Purcell, many cousins and girlfriend, Gina Zepeda. Even in his passing, John continued to be the giving person he always was. We love you. Services are Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at...

Grace "Nanny" Armenta

Grace "Nanny" Armenta

Aug 19, 2012

Grace "Nanny" Armenta 67, born November 24, 1943 at Stork Nest Hospital, passed away peacefully with her loved one's at her bedside. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Andrea "Gordo and Yita" Armenta; her brother, Albert "Tito" Armenta and her two beloved dogs, Molly and Suki. She is survived by her sister, Joan Fritts; daughter, Virginia...

Josephine Najera Sanchez

Josephine Najera Sanchez

Aug 15, 2012

Josephine (Chiefy Pow Wow) Najera Sanchez, 65, of San Jose, CA, passed away on August 15, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Jeannette Beronia; granddaughter, Khrysta Martinez; grandson, Christian Martinez; twin-sister, Guadalupe N. Wolfe; sister, Mary A. Garcia; brother, Ben A. Najera and numerous nieces and nephews. She was escorted to Heaven by her brothers, Brother Love Robert Najera...

Aurora SantaMarina

Aurora SantaMarina

Aug 12, 2012

Aurora SantaMarina, 83, of Tucson, AZ. Our beloved mother, dearest aunt, treasured sister and fun loving grandmother, passed away Sunday, August 12, 2012 at home, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Aurora was born May 10, 1929, the first of eleven children to Francisco and Dolores Lopez. Aurora is survived by her sons; Thomas George Aros, John (Maria) SantaMarina and...

Rebecca L. Pineda

Rebecca L. Pineda

Aug 12, 2012

PINEDA, Rebecca L., 40, born October 5, 1971, passed away on August 12, 2012. Survived by her husband, Esteban Pineda; sons, Esteban, Carlos and Raul Pineda; daughter, Sarita Pineda; mother, Cathie (Paul) Segar; father, Carl (Linda) Greer; sister, Amanda (Matt) McLaughlin; brother, Thomas (Nancy) Greer; stepsisters, Wendy Ward and Sarah Segar and stepbrother, Derek Holmes. Preceded in death by her...

Hector Carlos Valenzuela

Hector Carlos Valenzuela

Aug 9, 2012

Hector Carlos Valenzuela, 38, passed away on August 9, 2012. His true meaning in life was his two daughters, whom were the ultimate loves of his life. He believed in family and was the dedicated son of Carol Bernal and step-son of Thomas Fraijo; a role model to his sister, Monique Cameron Carley. Carlos served his country like his grandfather...

Michael R. Bojorquez Jr.

Michael R. Bojorquez Jr.

Aug 1, 2012

Michael R. "Nani" Bojorquez, Jr. Beloved son, brother, uncle, godfather and friend, 52, born in Los Angeles, CA and raised in Tucson, passed away August 1, 2012. He is preceded in death by brother, Ronald M. Bojorquez. Survived by parents, Robert "Bobby" and Mary "Sweetie" Bojorquez; sisters, Marie "Tonidoll", Christina, Angelina; five nieces and five nephews, Teresa, Erika, Alexis, Jessica,...

Rolando "Rockin' Rollin" Torrez

Rolando "Rockin' Rollin" Torrez

Jul 24, 2012

Rolando (Rockin’ Rollin’) Torrez In loving memory of the beloved son to Frank and Martha Torrez. Father to Wilo (Cynthia) and Margie Martinez; step-father to Bertha and Frances; brother to Frank (Theresa) Torrez, Sandy and Alicia. He will be missed and always remembered by his 19 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, his 10 nieces and nephews, and numerous great nieces and...

Dolores "Lola" Santiago

Dolores "Lola" Santiago

Jul 23, 2012

Mrs. Dolores Santiago, age 78, died at Vassar Hospital, surrounded by her family, in Poughkeepsie, NY, on Monday, July 23, 2012. Born March 23, 1934, in Bisbee, Arizona, she lived in California before settling in the Bronx. She lived there, with her husband, and children until his passing last year. She was a stay at home mother before working as...

Jesus F. "Chuy" Valles

Jesus F. "Chuy" Valles

Jul 19, 2012

VALLES, Jesus F. "Chuy", 57. Born May 29, 1955 in Tucson, AZ and passed away July 19, 2012 in San Jose, CA. Preceded in death by sister, Debbie Cupis and brothers, Guillermo Vazquez and Juan Ojeda. Survived by loving mother, Rafaela O. Mills; father, Frank P. Valles; brothers, Manny (Elizabeth). Villegas, Paul Villegas, Manny Valles and sisters, Marylou (Carlos) Jaimez,...

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