obituaries

August 21, 2026

The family of Santiago “Jim” Hernadez is deeply saddened to announce his passing August 21st, 2026. Santiago was born in Tornillo, Texas on July 3, 1939. Santiago was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Santiago is leaving the legacy of his loving family that will carry forward his generosity, laughter, and love. Santiago and his wife Evangelina Hernandez welcomed six...

August 19, 2026

Sylvia Michelle Rios, age 66, was born on April 14, 1960, and passed away peacefully at home on August 19, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona, surrounded by the love of her family. Born and raised in Tucson, Sylvia Michelle was a proud graduate of Sunnyside High School. She carried a profound sense of duty and patriotism, honorably serving her country in...

August 16, 2026

Tammi’s life was full of God's purpose, full of small ways in which her purpose was clear. Born on November 9th of 1961. Tammi's childhood was full of memories of her older siblings, Vicki, Brad, Jan, and Lonnie. As well as her parents Milton and Betty Gant. As the youngest sibling, her purpose was to teach each of them patience...

August 14, 2026

Mary Evangelina Nunez, 66, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born in Tucson, Arizona, on August 16, 1959, to Santiago Hoyer Hernandez and Evangelina Flores Hernandez. She was a beloved daughter, devoted wife, cherished mother, and loving grandmother who dedicated her life to the people she loved most.

Mary is survived by her husband...

August 13, 2026

Saul Rackauskas was born in Kaunas, Lithuania on May 13, 1942. In 1944, his mother Vlada fled Lithuania with Saul and his twin-brother , Ray, to escape the invading Soviet army. They eventually arrived in Chicago, Illinois in 1950.

Saul earned a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Illinois where he watched fellow Lithuanian-American legend, Dick Butkus, play...

August 7, 2026

VINCENT WALTER KOPEC

Vincent Walter Kopec, born July 16, 1930, in Schenectady, New York, to Antonio and Ida Kopec, lived a life marked by service, generosity, adventure and devotion to others.

At the age of 17, Vince joined the United States Army and dedicated many years of his life to serving his country. He completed three tours in Vietnam. In 1956 he...

August 7, 2026

With great sadness we regret to announce the passing of Ramon “Gordy” Amaro. He was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on August 7th, 2026. Born to Aurora Trujillo Samaniego and Ramon Amaro Sr.

After graduating High School, Ramon began his career the Asarco Copper Mine in Silverbell, Arizona, where he worked until his retirement.

Ramon had a creative...

August 6, 2026

August 3, 2026

Piroschka (Piri) Glinsky was a unique, wonderful and beautiful human being. She was born June 3rd, 1970, in Pittsburg, PA to Karen and Steven Glinsky and was the youngest of six children. Piri grew up incredibly poor in Slippery Rock, PA, until the age of 12 when she moved with her mother and siblings to Arizona (to be even poorer)....

July 30, 2026

Gerardo H. Garcia February 3, 1952 – July 30, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Gerardo “Jerry” H Garcia on July 30th 2026. He was 74.

He will be remembered for his quick humor, generous heart and the many ways he made other feel included.

Preceded in death by his Mother Eva H Hernandez (2002).

A special thanks...

July 30, 2026

Mickey lived a life defined by hard work, music, family, and love. From a young age, he learned the meaning of dedication and perseverance. As a teenager, he worked long days in the fields, picking cotton and vegetables. Those early years helped shape him into the hardworking man and devoted provider he would become.

One of the greatest parts of Mickey’s...

July 28, 2026

Always in our hearts.Daniel “Danny” Ramon Zepeda, a beloved brother, uncle, godfather, athlete, and loyal fan, passed away on Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 at the age of 71 in his home. He was born in Tucson, AZ to Manuela “Nellie” Noperi and Antonio Zepeda. Danny grew up in a full house as one of 10 children.Danny is survived by his...

July 25, 2026

July 22, 2026

When Michelle was a little girl her feet began it itch in the middle of the night. The itch was so terrible and so distressing that she went to her parent’s bedroom for help. Her father said to her “itchy feet mean you will travel to distant lands.”

Michelle loved to tell that story and come to think of it, she...

July 21, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Angelita “Angie” Pesqueira Anaya, of Tucson, Arizona, who passed away on July 21, 2026, at the age of 88. Angie was a faithful wife, beloved mother, cherished sister, caring Tia, and loving Nana.



Born on October 2, 1937, in Tucson, Arizona, she was the...

July 19, 2026

Carlos Arambarri Obituary

Carlos Arambarri, age 66 passed away on July 19, 2026 at Peppi’s House Hospice in Tucson, Arizona. A resident of Tucson, Arizona since 1988, Carlos was born on May 2,1960 in Boise, Idaho. He was a 1978 graduate of Boise High School. He obtained an associate degree in Fashion Merchandising and Design from ITT Technical Institute. Carlos also...

July 18, 2026

Roger Lau SrDecember 8th 1935 - July 18th 2026Roger was born in Managua , Nicaragua. He migrated to San Francisco with his family at the age of 8 years old. He worked at the giants stadium selling newspapers as a paper boy . He enlisted in the United States Air Force at the age of 17 and served 25 years...

July 16, 2026

Celebrating the Vibrant Life of Paula Renee AllenPaula was a bright light, a creative soul, and a devoted mother whose adventurous spirit touched everyone she met. Born Paula Renee McCloud in South Bend, Indiana, on October 1, 1972, Paula grew up in Bangor, Michigan, graduating from Bangor High School in 1991. Driven by her natural curiosity and desire to connect...

July 15, 2026

Friday August 7, 2026St. Augustine Cathedral ChurchRosary @ 9:30 a.m.Mass @ 10:00 a.m.

Followed by Holy Hope Cemetery on Oracle @ 12:00 PM @ Building 1 Mausoleum

Celebration of life will follow @ F.O.E. on Stone 1530 North Stone Avenue Tucson AZ 85705

In Loving Memory of Virginia R. Palacios

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia R. Palacios,...

July 13, 2026

Enrique Perez

November 24, 1979 – July 13, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Enrique Perez on July 13, 2026, at the age of 46.

Enrique was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, beloved brother, proud uncle, and loyal friend. Family was the foundation of his life. Every decision he made, every sacrifice he embraced,...