obituaries
Francisco Manuel Gracia Villegas
December 1, 2025
Francisco Gracia, a proud veteran of the Vietnam War, serving for the Marine Corps, passed away peacefully in his home on December 1st, 2025. The son of Consuelo Villegas Lopez and Manuel Gracia. He is survived by his children; Maricela, Marco, Patricia, Mauro, Dalila and Steven. He goes home to the house of the lord to be with his mom,...
Joseph Raymond Urbalejo
December 1, 2025
Joseph Raymond Urbalejo born in Tucson Arizona January 21, 1942 to December 1, 2025. He was the son of Salvador M and Dora F Urbalejo (Both deceased). He is survived by his wife of 21 years Catherine Lynn Urbalejo. Also survived by his Brothers Steve Urbalejo and his wife Barbara, Elizardo Urbalejo and his with Karen and his Sister Centa...
Verla Mable Ferguson
December 1, 2025
On December 1st, 2025, Verla Mable Ferguson, received her Heavenly Wings at the age of 107. She was born in Muskegon, MI moving to Tucson in 1944. She was so proud of her family (LeeAnn-Phoenix, Hugh-Coolidge, Paul, Dawn-Tucson) from which grew 8 grands, 14 great-grands, and 1 great-great-grand.
She worked as a hairdresser into her 70’s then moved to Roosevelt Lake...
Thomas Richard Arnold
November 30, 2025
Thomas Richard Arnold,
Age 65 of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on November 30th, 2025, at his home in Tucson.
Tommy was Born in West Concord, Massachusetts, on August 21, 1960, to Lloyd Carlton Arnold Jr. and Evelyn McNutt Arnold, where he spent his childhood with his parents, two sisters, Sharon and Jane, and his brother David. After high school he enlisted in...
Richard "Ricky" Guzman
November 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our son Ricky on November 29,2025, after a brave battle with cancer. He was a son, a brother, a dad, a tata and a tío. He is survived by his parents Richard & Amanda, his brothers Carlos and Danny, and his only favorite sister Alyssa, his son Ernesto, his...
Valerie Krueger Munoz
November 28, 2025
“To have been loved so deeply, even though the person who loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever.” - Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Valerie Jean Krueger Muñoz gently departed on the morning of November 28th, 2025 in Tucson, AZ. Not only was she a mother, wife, sister, aunt, teacher, and friend, but also the...
Karen Louise Ruben
November 26, 2025
Karen Rubin passed away on November 26th 2025 leaving leaving behind a legacy of kindness and hard work Karen was a registered nurse and worked in the mental health field for over 30 years , the best mom ever. Anyone who ever met Karen would say that she was awesome. Robert C. ,Sabrina R. She will be remembered for all...
Roger Repp
November 24, 2025
Roger Alan Repp (1954-2025) went home to be with the Lord on November 24, 2025, where he joins his beloved son, Tim; his parents, Ruth and Frank; two brothers, Robert and Ronald; and many other loved ones. Roger is survived by his wife, Dianna; sister, Julie (Arthur); brother, Dan; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was grateful for his...
Mary Victoria Shiefman
November 24, 2025
Vicky Shiefman passed away on November 24 2025. This came after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
She was born and grew up in Detroit. After graduating from Mumford High School, she moved to Chicago to attended the University of Chicago.
After graduating, she moved to New York City where she spent most of her adult life, first living for many years...
John K Rimer
November 23, 2025
John K Rimer
Born December 10, 1936 in West Virginia. Entered into rest on November 23, 2025 here is Tucson, Arizona
Enrique G Paz
November 23, 2025
July 19, 1931 – November 23, 2025
Enrique G. Paz (Wong) was born on July 19, 1931, in Nogales, Sonora. He married Amalia Fu Dominguez, and together they raised seven children in Douglas, AZ: Enrique, Beatriz, Eva, Kory, Ana, and twins David and Ray. His beloved son Ray preceded him in death in 2013.
Enrique later married his second wife, Yolanda Paz,...
Lionel Ernest Peru
November 21, 2025
Our brother, Ernie - was the eldest of three brothers and one sister born to Oscar and Alice (Bays) Peru in Modesto California. The boys in the family are all big, six-foot plus, and Ernie the tallest - was athletic as a youngster. He loved basketball the most... his high school coach called him "Lions" a reflection of his eagerness...
Martin Sykes
November 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the sad news of Marty Sykes’ passing today. If you’ve lived in Tucson for any length of time, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Marty and his beloved wife Josie—partners in life for over 63 years and the warm, welcoming faces behind Royal Pet on Tanque Verde. For decades, they were the go-to place that...
David Eugene Berry
November 17, 2025
David Eugene Berry, 62, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025 at UMC Banner in Tucson due to complications from lung cancer. Born on April 28, 1963 in Caribou, Maine, David lived in multiple states as well as in England and New Zealand as a military brat until his family settled in Tucson, AZ in 1979.
David worked in the trades...
Edna Frances Perez
November 17, 2025
Edna Frances Perez
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Edna Frances Perez. Born January 29, 1939, Edna joined her heavenly father on November 17, 2025.
A woman of unwavering belief, she found joy in prayer, strength in scripture and peace in the promises of eternal life. Daughter of Louis J. Landeros and Carmen C. Landeros,...
William Geoffrey Durrant
November 16, 2025
William Geoffrey Durrant was born June 25, 1970 in Des Moines, Iowa. He entered into rest November 16, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona.
Preceded in death by father, George Ray Durrant Jr., aunt Linda Durrant (CA) and aunt Sharon Montross (IA) Survived by mother Betty Margaret Durrant, brother, Francis G. Miller (SC), nieces, Kristina Miller (WI) and Madison Miller (KS) and nephew,...
Jerry Lee Wheeler
November 14, 2025
Jerry Lee Wheeler died peacefully surrounded by friends and family on November 14,2025, at his residence in Tucson, Arizona. He was 87 years old. Jerry was born in Murdo, South Dakota on July 7,1938, to Fred and Helen Wheeler. He is survived by his sister Diane Olson of Tucson, Arizona, his niece Krista Trudgeon-Olson of Anaconda, Montana, and his niece...
Lizette Sanchez
November 14, 2025
Lizette Sanchez, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 14th at the age of 51. She lived her life with strength and a deep love for her family, and she would want to be remembered most as a good mom who raised her children to be the best people they could be.
She created memories her children will carry...
Arturo Espinoza
November 12, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Arturo Espinoza, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, on November 12, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on October 15, 1947 in Morenci, AZ, he lived a life defined by service, hard work, integrity, and kindness.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Arturo served with distinction...
En memoria de Eduardo "Lalo" Vazquez
November 12, 2025
En memoria de Eduardo "Lalo" Vazquez
10/28/1950-11/12/2025
Con profundo pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Eduardo “Lalo” Vázquez, de 75 años, nacido el 28 de Octubre de 1950 en Cumpas, Sonora, México, y falleció el 12 de Noviembre de 2025 en Tucson, Arizona. Amado papá de Luis y Jorge, Suegro de Reyna, tata de Fernanda, Diana y Christina, y bisabuelo de 5 nietos....
