Obituaries

Melany Yamili Arce Gonzalez

Melany Yamili Arce Gonzalez

May 17, 2024

Melany Yamili Arce González, una querida hija, hermana y amiga, falleció en Tucson, Arizona, el 17 de mayo de 2024. Nació el 4 de junio de 2018 en Tucson, Arizona.El espíritu vibrante y la determinación de Melany fueron evidentes a lo largo de su vida. A pesar de haber nacido con parálisis cerebral, afrontó cada desafío con valentía y fortaleza....

Shirley Jean Thompson

Shirley Jean Thompson

May 16, 2024

Shirley Jean Thompson, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on May 16, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. She was a remarkable individual with a strong spirit and an unwavering commitment to her profession and family.Born on December 13, 1946, in San Augustine, Texas, Shirley's journey was marked by numerous accomplishments and milestones. She graduated from Lincoln High School and went...

Julia Coronel Soltero

Julia Coronel Soltero

May 14, 2024

Julia Coronel Soltero, 87, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024 in Tucson, AZ. Julia was born on January 1st, 1937 to Pauline Santa Maria and Julio Coronel. Julia was born and raised in Tucson, Az. Julia worked as an Assembler for many years and eventually retired from Hughes which is now called Raytheon.Julia is proceeded in death by both...

Enedina Olivas Esquivel

Enedina Olivas Esquivel

May 13, 2024

Our beloved Enedina “Ena” Olivas Esquivel passed away on May 13, 2024 at Footprints of Grace Hospice in Tucson, Az. Ena's departure has left a void in our hearts that cannot be filled. We mourn the loss of a truly remarkable individual.  Enedina was born in Nogales, Arizona on April 22, 1949, where she spent her formative years on the family...

Celestino "Celes" A. Ortega

Celestino "Celes" A. Ortega

May 13, 2024

Celestino "Celes" A. Ortega, amado esposo, padre, abuelo y hermano, falleció el 13 de mayo de 2024 en Tucson. Nació el 6 de mayo de 1939 en Guisamopa, Sonora, México.Celestino era un hombre de carácter fuerte y humildad, siempre luciendo una sonrisa y mostrando amor a quienes lo rodeaban. Fue descrito como severo pero amoroso, siempre dispuesto a echar una...

Jacquilene "Jackie" Govan

Jacquilene "Jackie" Govan

May 12, 2024

Jesus said unto Him, "I am the way, the truth and the life, no man cometh unto the father, but by me." John 14:6In loving memory of Jacquilene "Jackie" Govan, a devoted mother, grandmother and sister whose warmth and culinary talents touched the hearts of many. Jackie, born on January 25, 1952, in Tucson, Arizona to Alvin (AJ) Govan and...

Margarita C. Bray

Margarita C. Bray

May 11, 2024

Margarita C. Bray, una querida madre, abuela, bisabuela, hermana y amiga, falleció pacíficamente en Tucson, Arizona, el 11 de mayo de 2024. Era conocida por su excepcional cuidado y amor por su familia, siempre anteponiendo sus necesidades. todo lo demas. La calidez y el sentido del humor de Margarita trajeron alegría a quienes la rodeaban y su dedicación a sus...

Josephine S. Hallo

Josephine S. Hallo

May 10, 2024

We gather virtually to celebrate and remember Josephine S. Hallo. She passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully in her sleep on May 10, 2024. Josephine was a beautiful loving and kind mother to her only daughter Haley Hallo. She has three sisters and one brother who were all raised by a kind strong willed mother Mary Sanchez and an amazing father...

Martha Irene Barton

Martha Irene Barton

May 9, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Martha Barton, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, on May 9th, 2024. Born and raised in Nogales, Arizona, Martha's early years were filled with the vibrant culture and warmth of her extended family and her hometown. Her strength and resilience were shaped by the challenges she faced, including...

Ruth E. Madrid

Ruth E. Madrid

May 8, 2024

On May 8th, 2024, we said goodbye for now to a beautiful mother, sister, grandmother and friend Ruth E Madrid.  She is survived by daughter Margie Moreno, sons David Moreno (Nancy), Daniel Moreno (Sandra), brother Henry Figueroa and sister Julie Graham.  Ruth has eight grandchildren and nine grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by husband Joe Madrid, mother Margarita Figueroa,...

Curnelia Foster

Curnelia Foster

May 8, 2024

Curnelia Foster, a beloved member of the Tucson community, passed away on May 8, 2024. She was known for her sweet, kind, and loving personality that touched lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.Born on August 24, 1936, Curnelia led a life filled with compassion and generosity. Her warm presence and gentle spirit will be dearly missed...

Sharon "Tootie" Faye Melland

Sharon "Tootie" Faye Melland

May 7, 2024

In loving memory of Sharon "Tootie" Faye Melland, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who peacefully passed away on May 7, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. She was born on July 1, 1942, in California.Sharon's life was marked by resilience and love. Throughout her professional career as a Non Appropriated Funds Accountant at Davis Monthan Air Force Base, she displayed...

Jose De Jesus Contreras

Jose De Jesus Contreras

May 6, 2024

Jose de Jesus “Chuy” Contreras, 36, of Tucson, Arizona sadly passed away on Monday, May 6th, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Fernando Contreras, 74, and Leticia Contreras, 66, his sisters, Mayra Natalie Contreras, 39, and Ximena Contreras 30, and his children, Amaris Isabelle Diaz Contreras, 17, Serenity Guadalupe Contreras, 4, and Julius Santana Contreras, 4 months. Chuy was...

Francisco Enrique Rivas

Francisco Enrique Rivas

May 5, 2024

Francisco Enrique Rivas, a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away on May 5, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. He was born on July 11, 1947, in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. Francisco leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.Francisco devoted 35 years of his life to the of Tucson, where...

Beatriz Moreno

Beatriz Moreno

May 3, 2024

Beatriz Moreno, a mother, caring caregiver and beloved family member, passed away on May 3, 2024, in Nogales, Arizona. She was born in Cananea Sonora on September 14, 1947. Beatriz's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to helping others and the love she poured into her family.Throughout her career, Beatriz worked tirelessly first as a medical assistant in...

Ramon Fernandez

Ramon Fernandez

Apr 27, 2024

Ramon Fernandez, known affectionately as Ray, passed away on April 27, 2024 in Nogales, Arizona. He was born on September 10, 1960, in Guasave Sinaloa.Ray led a remarkable life filled with diverse experiences that shaped him into the kind and generous soul he was known to be. A graduate of Nogales High School in 1979, Ray embarked on a fulfilling...

Francisco Molina Burrola

Francisco Molina Burrola

Apr 26, 2024

Francisco Molina Burrola, a dedicated and hardworking man who devoted 38 years of his life to the Union & Southern Pacific Railroad, peacefully passed away on April 26, 2024. Born on June 22, 1949, Francisco was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend.In the year 1970, Francisco was drafted to the Dodgers in Magdalena, MX. However, he...

Angel Gerardo Padilla

Angel Gerardo Padilla

Apr 24, 2024

Angel G. Padilla was born September 4th, 1960 in Oxnard, CA, he passed away peacefully April 24, 2024 in Tucson, AZ. Angel survived a motorcycle accident in 1999, and we couldn't have been happier with the bonus 24 years we had with him. Angel is preceded in death by his mother, Rosa and brother, Pete. He is survived by his...

Randall Jacob Miller

Randall Jacob Miller

Apr 22, 2024

Randall Jacob Miller, known for his love for life's excitement, his contagious laughter, and his remarkable talent as a tattoo artist, passed away on April 22, 2024. His zest for life was evident in everything he did, and he left an impression on all who knew him. His talents brought joy and beauty to many lives. He will be deeply...