obituaries

November 8, 2024

Delia Cruz Oldham, 70, of Tucson, passed away on November 08, 2024.

Delia was born on January 25, 1954. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She is survived by her only daughter, Tracy Romo, and her four grandchildren, Felicia Cedillo, Monica Mendibles, Cameron Mendibles, and Ashley Mendibles. Delia's legacy continues through her 11 great-grandchildren, who were the...

November 6, 2024

Patti Hackleman Williams, 71, of Oro Valley, at Arizona, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 6, 2024 at her daughter Melissa’s home in Tucson, Arizona. Due to her dementia, her brain could no longer tell her body to keep going and it finally gave out.

Patti was born on September 14, 1953 in Anderson, Indiana...

November 5, 2024

Jonathan Michaels, 77, passed away on November 5, 2024. He was born in Manhattan on May 20, 1947, to Vera Bluestone & Irving Tunney Michaels. Jon was an early computer programmer, working in political polling and market research. He moved to Tucson in 1994, where he earned several advanced degrees at the University of Arizona, including a master’s degree,...

October 27, 2024

October 26, 2024

Gordon Neil Rowe, or Gordy as most knew him, passed away on October 26, 2024 just shy of his Halloween 85th birthday from a rare brain cancer, surrounded by family. They will hold a memorial for him on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Immanuel United Methodist Church in Des Moines, Iowa.

Gordy was one of a kind. He...

October 26, 2024

Judith “Judy” Kay Bishop, 76, of Tucson, Arizona, passed to her Heavenly home on October 26, 2024,

after a courageous journey through Interstitial Lung Disease. Her sister and dedicated caregiver, Jane

Bishop, was by her side as Judy peacefully joined Jesus, her Lord and Savior.

Judy was born on February 1, 1948, in...

October 26, 2024

On October 26, 2024, the world lost a vibrant soul, Donna Marie Labor, Born on May 4, 1977. Donna lived a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure.

Donna is survived by her three children, Kayla Peterson (Tyler Peterson) , Kole Edwards, Vicki Edwards, her partner Mark (nickname Danny), her siblings Don Osmundson, Brenda Labor and Dee...

October 24, 2024

October 24, 2024

Joni Lynn Bradian, 61, of Tucson, AZ, passed away on October 24, 2024. Born on November 6, 1962, in Tucson, Joni was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt and friend.

For 30 years, Joni was dedicated in her career as an office manager in the commercial construction industry in Tucson. She was known for her...

October 23, 2024

Monica Leigh Reyes was born in Nashville, TN on December 16,1969 to parents, Carlos and Linda Reyes.Monica was a sister to three siblings – two older sisters, Marinda Rice and Maria Benson, and one younger brother, Michael Reyes. From these siblings, Monica had 5 nephews and one great nephew, all of whom she adored, but her greatest pride and joy...

October 23, 2024

Johnny A Hill, better known as “Bucky,” was born on February 11, 1954 in Sewanee Tennessee, to Loretta Hill. He was the younger brother to Robert, (recently deceased) and big brother to Mike, Regina, Terry and Jerry. Bucky spent a large portion of his childhood living on the farm with his Aunt Annie & Uncle George and his cousin/sisters...

October 23, 2024

I am Free

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free,

I’m following paths God made for me

I took his hand I heard him call

Then turned, and bid farewell to all

I could not stay another day

To laugh, to love, to sing, to play...

October 23, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” Below, 85, of Oro Valley, Arizona died peacefully at her care home Wednesday afternoon, October 23rd. Born in Union County Kentucky on October 14, 1939, she was the daughter of Clayton and Willie Below and the tenth of eleven children.

She is survived by her daughters, Martha McDonough (Jim) and Julie Urbancik; grandchildren...

October 22, 2024

October 20, 2024

Robert Allan Hoffman Sr.

Born Sept 22,1954, lost his courageous battle with cancer Oct 20, 2024, with his family by his side. Bob leaves behind his loving wife of 41 yrs Bonnie, sons Robert Jr., and Zachary, daughters -in-law Lydia and Leeza. He was a proud Grandpa to Robert lll, Henry, Carly and Hayden. Bob loved the...

October 19, 2024

On Saturday, October 19, 2024 Cleotilde Miranda Tapia peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 67.

Cleotilde was a woman of many wonderful traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She will be forever missed.

She was survived by her beloved husband, Jose Tapia and her children, Jose Jr....

October 18, 2024

Gerald Lee Rucks, affectionately known as Jerry, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 86. Born on June 10, 1938, in Aurora, Illinois, Jerry lived a life that was rich in experiences, love, and dedication to his family and community.

Jerry was the cherished son of Herbert L. Rucks and...

October 17, 2024

“Patsy” Wayne passed in the early hours of Oct 17, 2024. Many of her family visited with her during the preceding days. Her granddaughter, Lisa, was by her side at time of death. She is survived by one sibling, Judy McKeever of Boyd Texas; four of her six children, Bill Weining, Jim Weining, Sandy McCoskey, Jack Weining; multiple grandchildren, great...

October 15, 2024

Elaine Ann Bartol

Elaine Ann Bartol, age 87, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Peppi’s House in Tucson, Arizona. Elaine was born February 28, 1937, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, to John and Ann (née Dolata) Graczkowski. She married Donald L. Bartol, son of Edward J. and Gladys (née Hoffman) Bartol, on October 29, 1955, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During their marriage, they...

October 15, 2024

Albert Edward Gauthier-August 30, 1934-October 15,2024 Albert was born on August 30, 1934, in Central Falls, RI to parents Edward and Annette (Frechette) Gauthier. At the age of 4, he sustained a life altering injury by getting hit with a piece of slate in his right eye. He always said that he was glad it was his right eye...