obituaries
Anita Pauline Shehorn
April 12, 2025
Anita Pauline Shehorn, 82, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April, 12, 2025.
Anita was born on December 24th, 1942 in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Arnold S. and Hattie Lorraine (Sehie) Ayres.
She is survived by her daughters Lisa Marshall Ortega, Teena Marie Hunt, Misty Lynn Ceizyk and husband David Ceizyk; grandsons, DJ Ceizyk, Nicholas Ceizyk, Jeromy...
Vanessa Nicole Kirby
April 9, 2025
Vanessa Nicole Kirby passed away April 9, 2025,she was 36, born here in Tucson, Az on December 17, 1988 . She is survived by her 4 children; Ivy, Arturo (Tury), Camilla and Sabella- her mother Sandra her 5 siblings Maricela, Angelica (Sammy), Alex (Marisol), Michelle and Richard (Rj) (Connie). Also survived by 13 nieces and nephews and many other family...
Mary Elizabeth Patterson
April 9, 2025
In remembrance of Mary Elizabeth Patterson. She was a mother, a daughter, a sister, and a friend. She found something to love in everyone she met, and always brought a positive, loving, light into any room she was in. She made friends easily, anywhere she went, and there wasn't a judgemental bone in her body. Her presence in the lives...
Thomas T. Martinez
April 9, 2025
It Is with deep sorrow and much love that we morn the passing of
Thomas Triquelino Martinez
Of Tucson, Arizona on April 9, 2025 at the age of 78 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years – Viola T. Martinez: Children Eliziada, Alejandrino, Angelique (Jason), Bianca and Lorena (Stacia):
Grandchildren: Jesse, Isaiah, Alex, Alicia, A.J, Jacob, Monay, Melisa, Estrella,...
Michelle Renee Estala
April 8, 2025
Michelle Renee Estala passed away on April 8, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 54. Born on December 8, 1970, in Rochester, New York, Michelle lived a life marked by deep compassion and unwavering strength.
She was a devoted wife to her husband, Macario Estala, and a proud mother to six children. Her love extended even further as she...
Jacqueline Margaret Kracht
April 8, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jacqueline Margaret Kracht, who departed this life on April 8, 2025, at the age of 87 in Tucson, Arizona. Born on May 9, 1937, in El Paso, Texas, she dedicated her life to her career as a nurse, embodying a spirit of compassion and care that touched the lives...
Lisa Marie Bannister
April 7, 2025
Lisa Marie Bannister
April 15, 1986 – April 7, 2025
On April 7, 2025, Lisa Marie Bannister passed away peacefully after a long illness, with her devoted husband by her side.
Born in Southern California on April 15, 1986, Lisa spent her early years in Arizona before moving to Quincy, Massachusetts at the age of 16. A bright and determined student, she...
Daniel Clark Childs
April 7, 2025
Daniel Clark Childs returned to his Heavenly Father on April 7th 2025.
He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on October 13, 1971, and was residing in Tucson, Arizona at the time of his passing.
He is survived by his siblings, Kathy Gilray, Melanie Christensen, Melissa Guthrie, Cindy Adkins, Celestia Schwab, Joel Childs, and David Childs.
He is preceded by the passing...
John Gulaskey
April 6, 2025
John Gulaskey, 83, lover of all living things, died April 6, 2025, after a courageous battle with Stage 4 Melanoma. He loved dancing to his rock-'n'-roll, cheering for his Pittsburg Penguins, loving his Kiki and Hannah. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Vonelle, and a family who loved him.
William Alfano
April 2, 2025
William Alfano
November 19, 1947 – April 2, 2025
William Alfano, beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away on April 2, 2025, at his home in Green Valley, AZ, surrounded by his immediate family. He was 77 years old.
A devoted father to his son and daughter, and a loving husband, William was known for his empathy, warmth, and the genuine care...
Grace Elizabeth Carini
April 2, 2025
Grace Elizabeth Carini, 94 entered into the presence of the Lord April 2, 2025 two days before she would have turned 95.
Born on April 4, 1930, in New London Connecticut. Daughter of Victor Bolt Fricke Gilbert and Renna Irene (Ballard) Gilbert. Married William Thompson (deceased) on May 8, 1948. Had one daughter Brenda Grace (Thompson) Frank.
Married Peter L. Carini (deceased)...
Susie Y Sanchez
April 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Susie Y. Sanchez, who left us on April 2nd, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 24th, 1964 , in Tucson ,Az. Susie was a beloved partner, daughter, sister, mother and grandmother.
Susie’s memory will be remembered by her surviving parents Adolfo and Martha Lopez:partner of 38 years, Pedro Acosta,...
Johnny Jirama Valenzuela
March 31, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, Johnny “Pepino” Jirama Valenzuela, 64, of Tucson, Az, on March 31st, 2025.
Johnny was preceded in death by his father Francisco “Pepino” B. Valenzuela and his mother Anita Jirama Valenzuela. He is survived by the mother of his children and the love of his...
Mary R Irwin
March 28, 2025
It is with great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Mary R. Irwin; a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Mary passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 84. Mary had an impeccable work ethic, made a friend everywhere she went and never said no to a day of shopping and eating out. Mary...
