Obituaries

Martha Jo Shonk

Martha Jo Shonk

May 6, 2022

Martha Jo Shonk, 85, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Melvin Tiffany Shonk; sons, Michael Tiffany Shonk (Connie), Walter Donald Shonk (Esther), Richard David Shonk, and Kevin Scott Shonk (Margaret); along with 22 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, John W Hash, Annie E...

Ruben P. De La Rosa

Ruben P. De La Rosa

May 6, 2022

Ruben P. De La Rosa, 88, earned his wings on May 6, 2022 in Tucson.  He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years: Rosario De La Rosa; Sons: Ruben De La Rosa Jr (Irene), Raul De La Rosa (Lupita) and Daniel De La Rosa (Patricia); Daughters: Sandra De La Rosa, Adriana De La Rosa and Clarissa De La...

Cornelio "Fish" Cruz

Cornelio "Fish" Cruz

May 4, 2022

Cornelio O. Cruz "Fish", 64 earned his wings on May 4, 2022 in Nogales, Arizona.  He is preceded in death by his father: Francisco Cruz and Sister: Ana Alicia Ibarra.  He is survived by his wife of 25 years; Mireya Cruz; Mother: Pilar Cruz; Son: Alejandro Cornelio Cruz (Evette); Daughter: Daniela Ruiz Cruz (Adam); Brothers: Francisco Javier Cruz, Ramon Eberto...

Alma Daniela Gomez

Alma Daniela Gomez

May 2, 2022

Alma Daniela Gomez, 40, passed away on May 2, 2022.

She is survived by her mother, Alma Zuniga; sister, Fernanda Gomez; brother, Francisco Gomez Jr.; daughter, Angelique Urias; sons, Angel Gomez, Julian Urias, and Bernardino Urias; and grandchildren, Yannalexi Luna and Amariz Urias.

She will be dearly missed.

Cleotilde A. Alvarado

Cleotilde A. Alvarado

May 1, 2022

Cleotilde A. Alvarado, 95, passed away on May 1, 2022. She is survived by her children, Frances Montano (Joe), Robert A. Lopez (Susan) and Mario Alvarado; daughter, Elvira V. M. Acosta; 7 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Alvarado and her sons, Reyes and Richard Lopez.

Alicia "Gordie" Howard

Alicia "Gordie" Howard

Apr 30, 2022

Alicia "Gordie" Howard, 63, passed away on April 30, 2022.

She is survived by her husband, Luis Leyva; brothers, Albert Lizarrga, Jesse Lizarrga, and Frank Lizarrga; sisters, Rosa Maria Howard and Artemisa Lizarrrga; son, James Howard; daughters, Georgina De Leon and Jennifer Hooper; along with grandchildren, Jenny, Faith, Angel, Alexcia, James Jr., Adrian, Mia and six great-grandchildren.

She is preceded...

Anthony Rene Sierra

Anthony Rene Sierra

Apr 30, 2022

Anthony Rene Sierra was born in Tucson, Arizona October 30, 2002, to his parents, Danielle and Michael. During his 19 years, he touched many hearts with his uplifting personality. Always smiling, he was a supportive son, brother, and grandson and is deeply loved by many family and friends. He loved his brothers Michael, Fabian, JJ, Jaden and sisters Gia, Iliana,...

Christopher Thomas Moore Jr.

Christopher Thomas Moore Jr.

Apr 30, 2022

Christopher Thomas Moore Jr, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the immense love of his family and friends after his battle from Juvenile Huntington’s Disease at the age of 21, on April 30, 2022.

Chris is survived by his mother Ernestine Nogales (Elvis Moreno), Sisters Niah Nogales and Brooklyn Moreno, Grandmother Dolores Nogales, Godmother Betty Nogales, Aunts Beth Cullop...

Johnnina "Jo" E. Ayon

Johnnina "Jo" E. Ayon

Apr 30, 2022

Johnnina "Jo" Ayon, 50, earned her wings and returned home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 30, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her mother: Soledad Estrada.  She is survived by her loving husband of 28 years: Fernando Ayon; Sons: Luis Fernando Del Rasso and Nicholas Ayon; Daughters: Samantha Rangel Ayon and Nichole Peña Ayon; Father:...

Jesus Reyanldo Lopez III

Jesus Reyanldo Lopez III

Apr 30, 2022

Jesus "Zeus" Lopez III, 22, passed away on April 30, 2022.

He is survived by his grandmother, Frances Lopes; father, Jesus Lopez II; and sister, Liyah Lopez.

He will be dearly missed and always remembered.

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Lydia Michelle Ryan

Lydia Michelle Ryan

Apr 28, 2022

Lydia Michelle Ryan, 79, of Tucson has passed away. Lydia is survived by her sons, William "Bill" Smith and Mike Smith; daughters, Jasmin Adams and Diana (Charles) Brokaw; sisters, Sonia and Marta Medina; niece and nephews, Mickey, Lora, Junie and Omar; grandchildren, Ozzie and Teresa Rodriguez (Ditto), Seth Kazmare, Austin and Zackie Smith and many other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and...

Rafael Ayala

Rafael Ayala

Apr 25, 2022

Rafael Ayala, 32, of Tucson, passed away on April 25, 2022. He is survived by his parents, Socorro Navarro and Rene Ayala son, Gabriel Isaias Ayala and his brother, Gerardo Ramos. 

Anthony "Tony" Garcia, Jr.

Anthony "Tony" Garcia, Jr.

Apr 24, 2022

Anthony (Tony) Garcia Jr. 46, was born to his parents Corinne Cano and  Anthony Garcia Sr, on December 7, 1975. Tony lived most of his life in Tucson Arizona around family and friends who loved him. Tony was called home and earned his wings on April 24, 2022. Tony always graced all who knew him with his soft smile and outgoing...

Frank Alvarez Borquez

Frank Alvarez Borquez

Apr 24, 2022

Frank Alvarez Borquez, 53, of Tucson, Arizona, was called home and earned his wings on April 24, 2022. Frank was born on January 11, 1969. He is survived by his father, Frank U. Borquez; daughters, Maricela Catalan (Isaiah) and Nikkie Borquez (Dom); sons, Frank "Gordo" Borquez (Jami), Fernando Borquez, Alex Borquez, Josh, Jeff, Andrew, and Brady Black; brothers, Robert Borquez...

Roddy Aurelio Felix

Roddy Aurelio Felix

Apr 24, 2022

Roddy A. Felix, 73, passed away with his family by his side on April 24, 2022.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Virginia L. Felix; son, Aurelio Felix, Luis Felix, Sr., Martin Felix, Luis Felix, Jr. and Adam Felix; daughters, Rosanna Felix, Lisa Felix, Virginia Felix, Crystal Felix, Yolanda Felix, and Jessica Felix; brother, John Felix;...

Madeleyn Guadalupe Lopez-Hernandez

Madeleyn Guadalupe Lopez-Hernandez

Apr 23, 2022

Madeleyn Guadalupe Lopez Hernandez, 10, earned her wings on April 23, 2022. She is survived by her parents; Saul Lopez Noriega and Evangelina Hernandez Valencia and her brother, Saul Yahel Lopez Hernandez. 

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Jose Luis Valencia

Jose Luis Valencia

Apr 21, 2022

Jose Luis Valencia, 79, of Nogales, Arizona, was called home on April 21, 2022 surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia Valencia; children, Myrna Garcia (Armando Castillo), Jose Luis Valencia, Yolanda Valencia, Ernesto Valencia (Maricela), Vanessa Morales (Ricardo); grandchildren, Manuel Anibal Garcia, Andrea Valencia, Emanuel Valencia, Richie Morales, Demi Morales and Sylvi Morales.

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Edward Rick Mendivil

Edward Rick Mendivil

Apr 21, 2022

Edward Rick Mendivil 54, of Tucson has passed away. Edward is survived by his sons; Eddie Rick, Jonathon, Jeremy and Eric Mendivil, daughters; Evelyn and Elina Mendivil, brothers; Gary and David Mendivil, sisters; Belinda and Bernice Mendivil.

Samuel R. Valdovin

Samuel R. Valdovin

Apr 21, 2022

Samuel R Valdovin, 91, of Tucson has passed away. Samuel is survived by his son; Samuel Valdovin, daughters; Julie Duarte and Aurora Valdovin and brother; Rogelio "Pete" Valdovin.

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Roberta G. Rael

Roberta G. Rael

Apr 20, 2022

Roberta G. Rael, 75 of Tucumcari, New Mexico, was called home into the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, April 20th, 2022.  She is survived by her sons, Anthony and Ruben Archunde, daughter; Louise (Manuel) Urrutia, 17 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great- grandchildren.  Preceded in death by her grandson, Mark Archunde.