obituaries

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...

October 13, 2024

Richard “Dick” Dean Price, 86, passed away 13 October 2024 surrounded by family in his home in Green Valley, AZ.

Dick was born 19 March 1938 in Cando, ND as the only child of William “Bill” Price and Olga (Robley) Price-Minetti. The family moved to Spokane, WA in the early 1940s, where Dick was a 1956 graduate...

October 13, 2024

My dear dad, John Fredrick Jake, age 87, passed away peacefully on October 13, at his home in Tucson, Arizona.

John was born on October 17, 1936, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. After a few moves, John graduated from Benjamin Bosse High School, in Evansville, Indiana. He attended Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee, but left to join...

October 12, 2024

Our beloved Demeris Louis Martin, age 31, was born in Hayti, MO and tragically left us on October 12, 2024. Demeris, had a passion for poetry, style, and family. Although we will miss him every day. Especially his winning smile. He will forever remain in our hearts. His unwavering spirit and boundless love brought immense joy into our lives...

October 11, 2024

Kay Jerin resident of Tucson Arizona passed away peacefully October 11th 2024 at the age of 79. Beloved mother of Brian (Marie) Vance of Tucson Arizona, daughter Tara (Donald) Gutierrez of Tucson Arizona. She is the daughter of the late Brint and Estelle Lomax of Texas. Through her lifetime she was a chemist, an educator. She was also an...

October 8, 2024

Doris Lothian Rickard passed away on October 8, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born in Stamford, Connecticut on December 16, 1923, to Ernest Greene, Jr. and Helen Culver Kerr Greene. Doris married Forrest R. Rickard, Sr. on December 20, 1941. They had two sons, Forrest R. Rickard, Jr. and Richard B. Rickard. They lived in Ajo, Arizona from...

October 7, 2024

James Edwin Comer was born March 17, 1946 and died October 7, 2024. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Edwin D. Comer and Katherine Holtsclaw Comer. The family moved to Tucson, Arizona, in 1968. James graduated from University of Arizona with a Masters of Business Administration.

He was divorced. He had two daughters. He is survived by one daughter, three...

October 6, 2024

Mrs. Cindy Ann Kramer, 61, of Sierra Vista, Arizona, passed away on October 6, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born on June 26, 1963, in San Diego, California to Romeo and Rose Calapan. Cindy moved to Arizona in 1998 and was a homemaker.

Cindy is survived by her husband, Mark Anthony Kramer; 2 children, Ashley Renee...

October 3, 2024

Celebration of Life Service for Bill Morton

Saturday, November 16, 2024

Forty Niner Country Club

12000 E Tanque Verde Rd.

Tucson, AZ 85749

Arrival time is 10:30am and the service will begin at 11:00am, followed by a reception with light refreshments and a cash bar until 2:30pm. As many...

October 2, 2024

Thomas L. Knoll, 84, passed away on October 2, 2024, in Tucson, AZ. He was formerly a resident of Cedar Lake, IN. Born on May 12, 1940, Tom was known for his intelligence, kindness, patience, and loving nature.

Tom dedicated many years to his career, concluding his professional journey at GNC Consulting Inc as a software consultant....

October 2, 2024

Linda Jean Penn (Ackerman) 78 of Sierra Vista, formerly Mckeesport, PA passed away on October 2, 2024. Born on September 8 1946, daughter of Carl Ackerman Sr. and Jean Magee Rodman.

Linda dedicated her life to her family, crocheting, puzzles, and bingo. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Her skills at crocheting were top...

September 30, 2024

Somnuek, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 30th, 2024, at the age of 69.

Born in Chai Nat, Thailand, Somnuek brought her vibrant culture and love for life to everyone she met.  Her warm and caring nature shone brightest in her passion for cooking.  She found joy in preparing meals for family and friends,...