obituaries


Teresa Cocio Molina

Teresa Cocio Molina

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...

Leigh Barlow

Leigh Barlow

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...

Lester Allen Zell

Lester Allen Zell

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...

Wayne Albert

Wayne Albert

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,...

Stuart Sanford Moser

Stuart Sanford Moser

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...

Joe U Ochoa

Joe U Ochoa

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....

James Gutekunst

James Gutekunst

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...

Brian McHugh

Brian McHugh

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...

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

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...

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

Martin Armando Rivera Serna

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...

Kathleen Mary Chojnacki

Kathleen Mary Chojnacki

July 11, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Kathleen Mary Chojnacki (Puetz) on Friday, July 11, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Kathy brought kindness, warmth, and joy to all who knew her.

Born on September 9, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kathy was the youngest of three children born to Jordan and Josephine Puetz. Her...

Herbert Wilson Coleman

Herbert Wilson Coleman

July 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Herbert Wilson Coleman Sunrise: August 9th 1962 | Sunset: July 10th 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep respect that we announce the passing of Herbert Wilson Coleman, a true legend — a loving soul with the heart of a lion, the hands of a protector, and the spirit of a warrior. Herbert departed this life...

Armando Rodriguez

Armando Rodriguez

July 10, 2025

Armando “Mando” Cruz Rodriguez, age 62, passed away on July 10th, 2025. He was born in Tucson, Arizona on September 15th, 1962 to Frank Acosta Rodriguez and Delia Cruz. A cherished member of his family, he was a son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin. He was also a caring father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, godfather, and beloved friend to many.

Armando was...

Maria Estela Banuelos

Maria Estela Banuelos

July 10, 2025

María Estela Bañuelos was born in Ciudad Victoria Durango, in the state of Durango, Mexico.She was always a very spirited and determined child. At a very young age she learned to sew, embroider and make custom clothing. She was able to make it a career in her twenties becoming a sought after tailor.Not satisfied with her success, she wanted to...

Christopher Steven Lopez

Christopher Steven Lopez

July 8, 2025

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and who will be missed by many.

Our beloved Christopher Steven Lopez 40, was born January 25, 1985 and passed away July 8, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his father, Manny G Lopez; sister Jaimie M. Sereno; grandparents Leonard & Yolanda Grijalva; Manny & Socorro Lopez.

Survived by mother, Irma Lopez,...

Patrick Terrance McCanna II

Patrick Terrance McCanna II

July 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Patrick McCanna II. Patrick’s time with us ended far too soon, leaving a void that can never be filled.Patrick was a man full of heart who always placed others before himself. He lived his life with generosity, kindness, and a deep love for those around him....

StoneBoy LaRoque

StoneBoy LaRoque

July 4, 2025

Stone boy passed away in The City of South Tucson, AZ on July 4th 2025.StoneBoy was a very loving and kind man with a heart of gold. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and many times would even give away his last dollar to help another person in need. Even if he was...

Kathleen Mary Dehn

Kathleen Mary Dehn

July 4, 2025

Kathleen Mary Farrell Dehn

March 25, 1946 – July 4, 2025

Kathy moved on to her next adventure Friday morning July 4. She left behind her husband Ronald (Ron) Dehn, her son Joseph Dehn and his wife Kimberly and their two daughters Brooke Dehn and her husband Angelo Aguiler, and Colleen Joyce Dehn. Kathy’s sisters Colleen Babcock, JoAnne Mauger, and MaryAnne Kizuka...