Obituaries

Martha L. Granillo

Martha L. Granillo

Nov 3, 2013

Martha L. Granillo, 59, passed away November 3, 2013. Survived by her husband, Benjamin M. Granillo sons; Benjamin A. (Vanessa), Armando F. (Stacy), grandchildren; Gabriel Galaz, Jacob Rene Granillo, Isaiah and Aniza Granillo, sister; Rita(Eddie)Paredes, brother; Ronald(Dora) Lopez. Several Nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday, November 8, 2013 from 9:30a.m. to 10:30a.m. with a rosary recited at 10:30a.m. Mass...

George Rodriguez

George Rodriguez

Nov 1, 2013

George Rodriguez, 38 of Tucson, Arizona, entered into glory on November, 1 2013. Survived by his children; George N. Rodriguez and Viviana Rodriguez, mother; Ruth, father; Jorge Rodriguez, sister; Nancy, brothers; Andy and Jesse, nephews; Damon and Aaron Rodriguez. Memorial Service will be on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Martinez Funeral Chapels from 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. with a 2:00p.m. chapel...

Rose B. Dominguez

Rose B. Dominguez

Oct 21, 2013

Wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away Monday October 21, 2013 at 9am in her own bed, in her own home surrounded by family and friends. She was born to Adolfo and Jacinta Baeza in Marfa, Texas in 1920. The only daughter of several siblings, she never lacked for a dance partner. In 1946 after a war time correspondence she...

Maria Elena Romero

Maria Elena Romero

Oct 18, 2013

Maria Elena Romero 73, of Tucson, AZ went to be with our Lord on October 18, 2013. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was born in Cananea, Sonora, Mexico on June 6, 1940 to the late Rosa and Walter Maldonado. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Francisco F. Romero, their first born child Margarita...

Brandon T. Luster

Brandon T. Luster

Oct 17, 2013

Brandon T. Luster was born in Tucson, Arizona on May 8, 1985, to mother Beatrice Luster and later adopted by Audrey Bennett. Brandon was a loving son, husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and nephew. He leaves behind his wife Lesterina Luster; six daughters, Maylani Luster, Reshawna Luster, Kylie Luster, Le'Krisha Skinner, Kyanne Warren and Faith Virgil; and two granddaughters, Zalayah...

Maria Virginia Tellez

Maria Virginia Tellez

Oct 13, 2013

Maria Virginia Tellez; age 80, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on October 13, 2013.Preceded in death by her loving husband; Juan T. Tellez of 40 yrs., and a great grandchild; Graciana Leighanne Guerrero. Maria is survived by her six children; Rosemary (Charles) Haneberg, Juan (Becky) Tellez, Elizabeth (Richard) Alvarez, Dolores (Donald) Claunch, Robert (Jan) Tellez, Virginia (Ronald) Rostek. Maria was...

Gloria D. Sanchez

Gloria D. Sanchez

Oct 8, 2013

Gloria D. Sanchez, 66, was surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren when she joined her beloved husband of 48 years in Heaven on October 8, 2013. She is survived by her three daughters; Thelma Valenzuela, Velma Puente and Sylvia Bracamonte; grandchildren, Gabe Puente, Demetria Puente, Darian Bracamonte and Anthony Bracamonte and many brothers and sisters. Gloria enjoyed playing softball and...

Francisco R. Yanez

Francisco R. Yanez

Oct 5, 2013

Francisco R. Yanez, age 19 born August 18, 1994 at 10:11 a.m., of Tucson, Az. Passed away on October 5, 2013. Survived by his mother; Nissa Yanez, brother; Reyes Verdugo and Denissa Yanez, Brother-in-law; Cithel Verdugo, tio to Priscilla Verdugo, grandson of Mr & Mrs Frank Yanez and Mr & Mrs Thomas Martinez and son of Thomas Martinez. Also survived...

Richard R. Mariscal

Richard R. Mariscal

Sep 24, 2013

Richard R. Mariscal, age 64, went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Artemisa Mariscal; brother, Gilbert Mariscal, Jr. and sisters, Margaret Mariscal and Bernadette Thompson. He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Lorraine L. Mariscal; daughters, Adriana and Natalie; sons, Richard and Rick; sisters,...

Beatrice Amado Kissinger

Beatrice Amado Kissinger

Sep 18, 2013

Born in Tucson in 1922, Bea graduated from Patagonia High School in 1940 and pursued a degree in nursing. During World War II, Bea served in the Navy as an RN, Lieutenant J.G. During this time she met her love, Jim Kissinger and married in Chicago, Illinois. Bea and Jim moved back to Arizona and raised six children. Bea worked...

Flora Lope Burgos

Flora Lope Burgos

Sep 18, 2013

Prof. Flora L. Burgos, 88, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at her home in Nogales, Arizona. She is survived by her children; Virginia Burgos Macias, Gilberto Burgos, Jr., Manuel Jesus Burgos, Flor Ivonne Lopez, Andres Eduardo Burgos and Dulce Maria Garcia; 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 47 years,...

Maria Elena Juarez-Ruiz

Maria Elena Juarez-Ruiz

Sep 8, 2013

Maria Elena Juarez-Ruiz was born in Nogales, Sonora on March 10, 1928. She entered Heaven’s gates on September 8, 2013. A hard-working mother and homemaker, Maria was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends. She also enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers. She had a wonderful spirit and sacrificed for others, always helping others...

Socorro Puig

Socorro Puig

Aug 22, 2013

Mrs. Socorro Puig of Tucson, AZ and daughter of Manuel Figueroa and Teresa Paz passed on August 22, 2013 at the age of 96. Her husband Emilio L. Puig Sr. and her son Robert Puig preceded Socorro in death, as well as her granddaughters Sylvia Puig, Guillermina Vega and grandson Francisco A. Ponce. She is survived by her children; Guillermina...

Teresa V. Ortiz

Teresa V. Ortiz

Aug 22, 2013

Teresa descanso en paz el dia 21 de Agosto 2013. Sobrevivientes Esposo, Juan M. Ortiz; hijos, Juan Ortiz, Jr., Jesus A. Ortiz (Enano), Gabby Ortiz y Diana Ortiz; nietos, padres y hermanos. Seras recordada por tu bella sonrisa y Mirada encantadora. Dejastes huella en muchos corazones y tocastes muchas vidas. Luchastes tres anos contra el cancer de pecho y distes...

Joshua Paul Epling

Joshua Paul Epling

Jul 27, 2013

Joshua Paul Epling, 36, passed away in Tulsa, Ok on Saturday, July 27th, 2013. He was born in Tucson, AZ on August 21, 1976 to Larry Epling and Mary Audrey Epling. Josh is survived by his partner Elizabeth, son Hayden, daughter Peyton, stepson Marcos Valenzuela and stepdaughter Araceli Harris. He also leaves behind his mother, father, brother Daniel (Sherri), sister...

Marcella A. Carranza

Marcella A. Carranza

Jul 23, 2013

Marcella Carranza 36, of Tucson, AZ passed away July 23, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Anthony; daughter, Bella; parents, Silvia and Hector Cruz; sister, Michelle and many loving family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Raquel. You will live in our hearts forever, and we will see you again one day in Heaven....

Raymond V. Bernal

Raymond V. Bernal

Jul 22, 2013

Raymond V. Bernal 88, born November 4, 1924, passed away on July 22, 2013 in his home surrounded by his family. He leaves behind his beloved wife Juanita; children, Raymond V. "Sonny" Bernal, Jr. (Cherie), Monica Bainum (Lee), Ricardo Bernal and Irma Bernal (David Pope) as well as many grand and great-grandchildren. Father had a very good work career that...

Jose Juan Gonzalez

Jose Juan Gonzalez

Jul 16, 2013

Jose Juan Gonzalez, 41, of Nogales, Arizona, departed this earthly life on July 16, 2013. Born on July 07, 1971 to parents, Jose Gonzalez and Esperanza Sandoval. He is survived by his mother, Esperanza Sandoval. Services and arrangements entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chaples, 891 W. Mariposa Rd. Nogales, Arizona, 520-281-4489

Arnold G. Romero

Arnold G. Romero

Jul 14, 2013

Arnold G. Romero 61, born November 4, 1953 and passed away July 14, 2013. He is survived by his children, Deanna Vega, Steven A., Graciela Y., Joshua A. and Ashley N. Romero; brothers, sisters, 12 grandchildren, one great-grandson, Godson, Augustine Sammy; nieces and nephews, many friends and loved ones. He was a great father, son, husband, uncle and friend. Arnold...

Benjamin Saiz Molinar

Benjamin Saiz Molinar

Jul 14, 2013

Benjamin Saiz Molinar "Benny" age 83, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2013. Dad was born in Carlsbad, NM on October 14, 1929 to Santiago Molinar and Candelaria Saiz. He was a member of the US Army Airborne Paratroopers 11th and 82nd Division, Knights of Columbus, United Brotherhood of the Carpenter Local 407, 857 and 4023. He...