obituaries

August 1, 2025

Laurie Grana (née Regensburg) passed away peacefully at home in Tucson on August 1, 2025 from a hard-fought journey navigating dementia. She was surrounded by her daughters, Rachel and Susie and her life-long friend, Bonni.

Laurie was born on November 11, 1948 in the Bronx, New York, and though she moved to Tucson in 1972, she never lost her New York...

July 31, 2025

Maurice Louis Albert (Tuscon, AZ), age 95, passed away peacefully following an illness.

Born June 13, 1930, in Fitchburg, MA, he was the son of the late Arthur and Laura (Bardier) Albert.

Maurice attended Fitchburg schools and graduated from Leominster High School. He lived in Fitchburg and later Leominster for many years, before sharing his time with his children in Fitchburg, Tucson...

July 30, 2025

Anthony Fortunado Tretola, age 79, found peace on July 30, 2025.

He was born May 17, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY to Fortunado and Antoinette Tretola.

Anthony was married for 36 years to Nancy Tretola until her passing in 2013. He shared 11 years with his loving companion, Adelaide Somerfield.

Anthony was a school teacher and worked construction after graduating from St John's University...

July 28, 2025

Ann R. Range (born Ann Janet Read) passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025 at Via Elegante Assisted Living in Tucson, AZ. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 38 years, M. Conrad Range, Jr., and her first husband, Richard F. Irving, the father of her four children.

Born in Little Falls, New York, Ann was the eldest of six...

July 28, 2025

Patricia Ruth Utzman Tolley passed peacefully on July 28, 2025 at the age of 97 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born to Clarence & Elsie Utzman on March 4, 1928 at the home of her beloved Grandma Van Slyke in Tonkawa, Oklahoma. Pat and older sister, Betty enjoyed their childhood with their folks on Helen Street in Tucson.

In the halls...

July 26, 2025

Constance Jane Wren, age 86, of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Peoria, IL, completed her earthly journey on July 26, 2025, at Arizona Homestead. To honor Connie’s life, a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the Desert Skies United Methodist Church, 3255 N. Houghton Rd., Tucson, Arizona with Rev. Matthew Colby...

July 25, 2025

Anthony Lee Roubound, born on June 14, 1946, in Boston, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away on July 25, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. He spent his formative years growing up in Norwell, Massachusetts, where his passion for architecture was ignited and blossomed throughout his professional career.

Anthony had a deep passion for travel, often exploring destinations that fed his love for music and...

July 23, 2025

Raul "Chilo" Carranza, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 80 years old.

Born on August 7, 1944, Raul lived a full and spirited life rooted in love, hard work, and passion. Known affectionately as "Chilo," he was a proud husband, married to Frances for 62 years,...

July 23, 2025

Jeffery Wayne Gorgus, born on September 29, 1949, in Montgomery, Pennsylvania, passed away on July 23, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. He was 75 years old.

A skilled craftsman and dedicated entrepreneur, Jeffery was the proud owner of Gorgus and Son, a business known for building everything from custom cabinets and fine furniture to entire homes. His work reflected not only his...

July 22, 2025

Terry (Teresa) Cocio Molina passed peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born and lived in Tucson her entire life. She was a Tucson High graduate. In her career, she used her strengths as a nurturer to serve as a caregiver for the elderly. She talked about how she would feed the elders, paint...

July 21, 2025

Leigh Barlow, a long time resident of Catalina, AZ passed away at Banner Hospital from complications from cancer surgery on July 21, 2025. She was surrounded by her ex husband Leon Barlow and his extended family.

Leigh, age 73, was born in Niles, MI in 1952 to Dr Dan Everett and wife Elizabeth Everett.

Leigh was preceded in death by her father...

July 21, 2025

Lester Allen Zell, 91, left this world for his heavenly home on Monday, July 21, 2025, Tucson, Arizona.

He was born on July 1, 1934, in Howard County, Indiana. Lester lived a life filled with love, quiet strength, and devotion to his family and God. Lester had a gentle soul, a kind heart, and a steady presence that made everyone feel...

July 21, 2025

Wayne John Albert

July 19, 1955 – July 21, 2025

Wayne John Albert, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2025, just two days after his 70th birthday. Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, on July 19, 1955, he was the son of Maurice and Pauline (Gagne) Albert. Wayne lived a full and hardworking life, marked by quiet dedication, a quick wit,...

July 18, 2025

STUART SANFORD MOSER

Stuart Sanford Moser passed away peacefully on 18 July 2025, in Tucson Arizona at the age of 102. Stuart was born on 19 June 1923, in Philadelphia, PA where he spent his youth and was the only child of Charles Frederick and Matilda Fisch Moser.

Stuart attended Pennsylvania Military College graduating with a B.S. in Business Administration in 1943...

July 18, 2025

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...