Obituaries

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...

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...