obituaries


Joe U Ochoa

Joe U Ochoa

July 15, 2025

Joey is survived by his wife Sandra Ochoa, daughter Lilyana Lopez-Ochoa, Son Julian Lopez-Ochoa, his 4 sisters, 1 brother and his Mother. Preceded by his Father, brother and step son.

Joey was laid back and never rushed life. Never worried or stressed and lived each day for the moment. He was firm and strong hearted but secretly loved and loved hard....

James Gutekunst

James Gutekunst

July 13, 2025

James N Gutekunst (Jim) sadly passed away on July 13th, 2025 at the age of 81. Jim grew up in and ultimately remained in Tucson, AZ. He spent a few years in the US Army and had a long career in the copper mining field. After retirement, he spent many years training and racing quarter horses which was a passion...

Brian McHugh

Brian McHugh

July 12, 2025

Brian McHugh of Tucson AZ, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025 in Tucson.

Various memorial services and gatherings will be held in several states and countries to celebrate Brian’s life. Arrangements have been made with Avenidas Cremation & Burial.

Brian McHugh was born in Verdun, Montreal, Quebec, Canada to Madge Scott Angell and James McHugh. He married Dennis Much on March...

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

July 11, 2025

Martin Armando Rivera Serna was born on September 14, 1963, in the small town of Santa Ana, Sonora, Mexico. He was the fourth of six children born to José María Rivera and María Elisa Serna. His father worked humbly on a ranch, while his mother devoted her life to raising their family at home. 

From a young age, Martin helped support...

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

July 11, 2025

Martin Armando Rivera Serna was born on September 14, 1963, in the small town of Santa Ana, Sonora, Mexico. He was the fourth of six children born to José María Rivera and María Elisa Serna. His father worked humbly on a ranch, while his mother devoted her life to raising their family at home.

From a young age, Martin helped support...

Kathleen Mary Chojnacki

Kathleen Mary Chojnacki

July 11, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Kathleen Mary Chojnacki (Puetz) on Friday, July 11, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Kathy brought kindness, warmth, and joy to all who knew her.

Born on September 9, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kathy was the youngest of three children born to Jordan and Josephine Puetz. Her...

Herbert Wilson Coleman

Herbert Wilson Coleman

July 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Herbert Wilson Coleman Sunrise: August 9th 1962 | Sunset: July 10th 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep respect that we announce the passing of Herbert Wilson Coleman, a true legend — a loving soul with the heart of a lion, the hands of a protector, and the spirit of a warrior. Herbert departed this life...

Armando Rodriguez

Armando Rodriguez

July 10, 2025

Armando “Mando” Cruz Rodriguez, age 62, passed away on July 10th, 2025. He was born in Tucson, Arizona on September 15th, 1962 to Frank Acosta Rodriguez and Delia Cruz. A cherished member of his family, he was a son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin. He was also a caring father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, godfather, and beloved friend to many.

Armando was...

Maria Estela Banuelos

Maria Estela Banuelos

July 10, 2025

María Estela Bañuelos was born in Ciudad Victoria Durango, in the state of Durango, Mexico.She was always a very spirited and determined child. At a very young age she learned to sew, embroider and make custom clothing. She was able to make it a career in her twenties becoming a sought after tailor.Not satisfied with her success, she wanted to...

Christopher Steven Lopez

Christopher Steven Lopez

July 8, 2025

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and who will be missed by many.

Our beloved Christopher Steven Lopez 40, was born January 25, 1985 and passed away July 8, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his father, Manny G Lopez; sister Jaimie M. Sereno; grandparents Leonard & Yolanda Grijalva; Manny & Socorro Lopez.

Survived by mother, Irma Lopez,...

Patrick Terrance McCanna II

Patrick Terrance McCanna II

July 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Patrick McCanna II. Patrick’s time with us ended far too soon, leaving a void that can never be filled.Patrick was a man full of heart who always placed others before himself. He lived his life with generosity, kindness, and a deep love for those around him....

StoneBoy LaRoque

StoneBoy LaRoque

July 4, 2025

Stone boy passed away in The City of South Tucson, AZ on July 4th 2025.StoneBoy was a very loving and kind man with a heart of gold. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and many times would even give away his last dollar to help another person in need. Even if he was...

Kathleen Mary Dehn

Kathleen Mary Dehn

July 4, 2025

Kathleen Mary Farrell Dehn

March 25, 1946 – July 4, 2025

Kathy moved on to her next adventure Friday morning July 4. She left behind her husband Ronald (Ron) Dehn, her son Joseph Dehn and his wife Kimberly and their two daughters Brooke Dehn and her husband Angelo Aguiler, and Colleen Joyce Dehn. Kathy’s sisters Colleen Babcock, JoAnne Mauger, and MaryAnne Kizuka...

Mary Ann Ruth

Mary Ann Ruth

July 4, 2025

Mary Ann Ruth, 88, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 4, 2025 - going out with a BANG was so her style!Born on December 21, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Laura and Lehman Gambill, Mary Ann lived life on her own terms, with a sharp sense of humor and a bold spirit for adventure, leaving a lasting impression...

Laura Jennifer Brehm

Laura Jennifer Brehm

July 2, 2025

Laura Jennifer Brehm

Laura Jennifer Brehm passed away on July 2, 2025. Born in Princeton, New Jersey on April 2, 1990, Laura was a graduate of Lawrence High School and the University of Maine, where she earned her degree in Ecology and Environmental Science in 2013.

Laura's lifelong love of nature began at Stonybrook Watershed Nature Camp, where she discovered the fascinating...

Rodney Glen Barrett

Rodney Glen Barrett

June 30, 2025

Tucson, Arizona resident, Rodney Glen Barrett, passed away at the age of 72 on June 30, 2025 in Tucson, AZ with his niece Kristen Akerman of Sulphur, Oklahoma by his side. Rodney, the son of Helen Mackey Williams, was born on December 23, 1952. He graduated from Konawa High School in Konawa, Oklahoma. Rodney enjoyed music, electronics, and computers. He...

Gloria Irene Hale

Gloria Irene Hale

June 28, 2025

Gloria was born in Ft Sheridan, Illinois on November 26,1932 and passed peacefully June 28, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Philip Mendoza Hale. They had four children Robert, Karen, Ronald (Terri) and Diana. They had nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Being an Army brat, she went to several schools and graduated from...