obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
