John was born in Hollister California, but spent his life in. Her brother and three sisters were born within three years of each other, then six years later came Chi. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Daves honor to The National Kidney Foundation of Arizona. Her work ethic was impeccable. He served in the 100th Infantry, 3rd Battalion Division in Europe where he was promoted to Motor Pool Sergeant with 3rd Battalion Headquarter Group Infantry Regiment, and later served as Sergeant in charge of the motor pool for the Regular Headquarters for the 7th Infantry Regiment. Carmen Andrade, she passed away peacefully surrounded by all her children, and family. A private memorial service for close family and friends will be held at the Espinosa Funeral Home, A public memorial service will be held in Naco, Sonora. He loved His people as well. She then went on to live with her daughter, Angelina Godina, in California for many years. He leaves many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephew who will miss their Tata Pancho and or Tio Pancho. No seconds, it is not good enough. His fathers words were inspiring to Dave and that inspiration never left him. Our mother was the most caring, giving, strong, hard-working, selfless woman. Manuel was born in Cuquiarachic, Sonora, Mexico on March 7, 1937. Para de all partir al cementerio municipal. As a member of the Bisbee Young Slavs of America he proposed the building of the Serbian Church on the present location and served on the building committee through its completion. She will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. After his wife passed away and his children were grown, he moved back to his hometown of Douglas where he spent the rest of his life. George was discharged in February 1953 as a (MR) Machinery Repairman Petty Officer 1st Class. She was the kindest most loving person who withstood numerous hardships throughout her life, but always stayed resilient. Rene is survived by his wife, Cecilia Gonzales, Sons (Steven, Danny,Alex and Omar) and Daughters (Heather, Vicki) Gonzales to include 4 grandchildren. Audry talked alot about horses, how her hands were strong because of milking cows when she was younger and drinking coffee with her dad. and 15 great-grandchildren Rachel Emily Redding. Funeral Services will be at St. Patrick Church 100 Quality Hill Rd, Bisbee, AZ 85603 with the rosary at 9:00 a.m. and the Mass right after at 9:30 a.m. on July 29th, 2022. Ricky remained a vigilant, strong-willed person we all remember, even to the last day singing songs and celebrating the holiday with his cousins. Service with be at graveside in Douglas, Arizona on Saturday, at 11:00 am January 14, 2023. His Servant Leadership was instrumental in the strong desire to make a difference in the lives of so many people in the community. 85603. She was a very active volunteer for her church, Catholic Social Services and the Monastery. He enjoyed a quiet retirement at the Mountain View Gardens Retirement Home in Sierra Vista, where also made many wonder friends. He was promoted to E-2 and E-3 onboard the USS CREE (ATF-84). From there he wanted to better his life future. She was a member of YWCA Club Selene, St. Lukes and Mother of Sorrows Parishes and an oblet at Holy Trinity Monastery in St David. Upon returning home from the war, Ray helped establish the Douglas Veterans Club, a Hispanic veterans group with the mission to ensure equality for Hispanic citizens. Frank was a dedicated hard worker who provided for his family, as a master machinist for several years, to later retiring from Phelps Dodge. He was now at home spending more time with Barbara. Connie was a loving wife of 55 years and mother of 3 beautiful daughters, Jacquelyne (Ronny) Salmon, Heather (Luke) Fitzgerald, Heidi (Artie) Rivas. He will be dearly missed by his family, his friends, and the entire community. He didnt stop there. Luis is survived by his children; Mariana Christina Martinez, Julian Andres Martinez, CheyeAnne Diaz, Tyler Diaz, Luis Martinez Jr., Donovan Martinez, his grandchildren Ayden Martinez, Sophie Diaz, Sebastian Diaz and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Cecilia was born and raised in Naco Sonora, Mexico on the 22nd of November 1933 to the late Eutimio and Maria (Ruiz) Suarez. He worked there until the mine caught fire and he worked as a Fire Patrol miners helper. His memories took him back to mines of yesteryears. He is survived by his wife Gloria Armida Barron. Frank Pelfrey Liberty, SC It is with great sadness that the Pelfrey family regrets to inform you of the passing of Mr. Frank Leroy Pelfrey, eighty-nine years young of Liberty, SC. He enjoyed the peace and strength it provided him in his struggle. He was born in Douglas, Arizona on April 4, 1973 to Frank and Eva Martinez where he and his eight siblings grew up. Rosary and mass will be held, at St. Luke'sSt. Church 1211 E15th Street. In 2006, Ray was honored as the Grand Marshal of the Douglas Veterans Day Parade. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Legion of Mary, Spanish Choir, Bazaars and all fund-raising events. She was very proud of her three sons and their families including her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The burial will be held at 2 p.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at 1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trail in Sierra Vista. Ruben inspired light-heartedness and humor in all of those he met; we could all count on him to make us laugh with a joke, a funny story, a witty comeback, or simply through his loving affection. Frank Martinez, Mario Martinez, Julian Martinez, Tyler Diaz, Luis Martinez, Donovan Martinez, Guillermo Robles. One of Georges favorite activities was maintaining the church and Serb National Federation section of Bisbees Evergreen Cemetery. He owned his own freight business, he worked for the Phelps Dodge Corporation as a dump-truck driver at the Lavender pit in Bisbee, until he worked his way down as a driller in the Bisbee copper mines at the Dallas Shaft. Cristy is preceded in death by her beloved daughter, M. Lizette Verdugo. He held his students accountable and made sure each and every single student was successful in his or her professional and personal life. He settled in Talihina, Oklahoma for many years where he made many long lasting friends. David C Morales is proceeded in death by his father Miguel Garcia Morales, his mother Martha Contreras Morales and his brother Gilbert Morales. They lived in Morenci where they raised 5 Children, Michael, Christopher, Michelle, Albert and Jennifer. He often motivated them by saying, Dont expect people to give you a break. He moved back to Bisbee in 2019 to be close to his daughter and grandchildren. Mom was surrounded by her loving family and her special care giver Guadalupe. Ricky left Circle K for a few years, only to take care of his mother Delia Escalante in Phoenix. As a dietary aid, she found her job very fulfilling and rewarding. Rene Victor Gonzalez passed away on 02 October 2020 in Tucson, Arizona. Just an overall comedian. Ricky succumbed to complication of his long battle with Cancer. She always attributed her good health to maintaining an exercise regimen. Our grief is eased only by knowing that she has been reunited with her beloved daughter Lizette and other loved ones, who preceded her in death. 1094 AZ-92, Bisbee AZ 85603 SIERRA VISTA- It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Cecilia S. Ledesma, 89. Another time, he came to my house and set up a computer firewall to help secure my, home computers from hackers. He was born on August 2, 1932 in Salem to the late Sophie (Stefanski) and Walter Opolski. I was graced to see the light in anothers eyes and gave my time to better other lives. For example, I had come home on leave from the Army, sometime in 1971. Jose Viviano Garcia, sister Juanita Moroyoqui, They had the opportunity to purchase the iconic Pizza House in 1978. During the second week into his job, Dave was involved in one of Bisbees largest mining cave-ins that almost ended his life. He received two Overseas Service Bars. His surviving siblings are a sister Virginia Flores, and brothers Mike (Irene), and Leon (Maria) Garcia. Always helping and providing for the less fortunate. She always stayed active by walking every day. He loved being at his parents farm in Elfrida. At age 80, she completed the Bisbee 1,000 The Greatest Stair Climb.. Through his contributions the Bugen Family Fund was established which has resulted in the development of educational programs and the Bugen Technical Education Facility at Cochise College. Obituaries. Anastacio was the second of four children. Home study of various facets of Mechanical Engineering related employment. Viewing will be at 8:30 a.m.; Rosary at 9:00 a.m.; and Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at 10:30 a.m. at the Bisbee-Lowell Evergreen Cemetery. We also wish to thank Valor Hospice for their care in his last days. We will greatly miss her. We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and daughter on December 23, 2021. Cruz was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters. Funeral arrangements by Espinosa Funeral Home in Bisbee. John is a true example of living life to the fullest and enjoying each moment no matter where or with whom. George was a man that lived his life in dignity, decency and grace, always wanting to help others. Because of his philanthropic endeavors George was selected to serve as Honorary Board Member for ongoing support of Cochise College students thru the Cochise College Foundation in September 2015. two sisters Lupe Guerrero (Atenedoro), Margaret Nogales, nephew, nieces. Also, due to COVID-19 rules and restrictions, it will not be possible to have a reception to honor Mom at this time. Dave finished his book just days before his death. Ruben Edmundo Villa, 77, of Naco, Sonora, passed away on March 18, 2022, after a battle with cancer. Outside seating will also be available on a first come, first served basis on the churchs shaded westside. He was a present and constant figure in lives of his family and for many years would call them daily to ask about their days with genuine interest. A memorial will be held, Larry was an absolutely brilliant computer guy. She married Jose P. Hurtado in 1944. In addition, our thanks to the Cochise County Public Fiduciarys Office for their many years of assisting Cruz with his affairs. Misa Iglesia Guadalupe Naco, Sonora 1:00pm She grew up in a small farming community in northeast Missouri. Which was not surprising, because remember he was already a beloved pillar of the community. We looked at each other as brothers. His surviving siblings are Dionisia, Concha, Rosario, and Jenni. When the mining operations in Jerome shut down in 1952 the family moved to Bisbee, Arizona where his father could continue to support his family. He made the hard decision to sell his business and go back to school. Peter was always quick with a joke and wanted nothing more than to leave a person laughing and knowing something new. Family and friends are encouraged to bring a dish or dessert, as this will a potluck-style gathering. The Pick was cast/made as an ongoing trophy for the annual meeting of the Pumas and Bulldogs. As children, Mom met Dad, Daniel (Mono) Valle, and he later became the love of her life. She was preceded in death by her Husband Alberto, Daughter Maria, Son Mario and 12 siblings. Frank was well known and respected by many and will surely be missed. He was also proceeded in death by his parents, Matias R. Rojas and Concepcion Vasquez and his daughter Stella Willett. She was a civil servant employed by the Department of the Army. at 6:00 pm at Tierra Bendicion He was a member of Bisbee Elks lodge 671, American Legion Lodge 16, Bisbee Masonic: Perfect Ashlar lodge 12, Scottish Right 32 of Tucson, Sabbar Shriners, Tucson Az and member of St. Stephen Nemanja Serbian Church, Bisbee. She and her family returned to Mexico City in 1948 where she later met the late Alejandro Camou Espinosa, marrying him in 1950 for over 20 years. We would like to thank Dr. Monica Vandervort, Care Givers Guadalupe, Mara, Angelica, Victoria, Eva, and our brother Deacon Jose who cared for Mom until the time of her death. Matias was the fourth of eleven children. Mr. Rojas was a dedicated family man and during the time he was raising his children in Bisbee, he used every spare moment to create a good quality of life. Her generosity included making food baskets, gathering clothing and blankets, and donating them to random families in our neighboring town of Agua Prieta. Who Receive obituaries Robert Lee McCall February 6, 2023 (50 years old) View obituary Betty Jo Merrill February 7, 2023 View obituary Charlene Joy Schubert Do to tax laws in Peru, in 1963 George returned to the United States to work in Stockton California as a Maintenance Superintendent for California Cedar Products. On February 11, 2022, a Rosary will be held at 10 a.m. and a funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church located at 100 Quality Hill Road in Bisbee. Maricela Pichardo her youngest baby girl; they had lived together made a beautiful home together, Orlando Carillo was her 2nd oldest baby boy and Karina her oldest!. George Christopher Bugen was born to Chris and Mamie Bugen at their residence above the Bugen Grocery, 206 Naco Road (Slag Dump) March 1, 1928 in Bisbee Arizona. February 6, 2023 (19 years old) View obituary. They were his daily caring family and are very much appreciated. Hear your loved one's obituary. I see the tears from the ones I love but I cannot cry. He also served on numerous other committees until his departure for Peru. View Recent Obituaries for Tempe Mortuary. She leaves numerous family members who she loved dearly. She passed away peacefully on Saturday January 7, 2023 at home surrounded by her loved ones. He was kind hearted and gentle. He told the story just a few weeks prior to his death, I recall my partner and I were assigned to dig a new stope. Ray was also decorated by the French military with a French Fourragre military rope braid for his units successful efforts to get needed ammunition to the French army. Whether you would like to learn more about planning a funeral or grief support, or you're just looking for general information on funeral arrangements, please feel free to look around. Cecilia also is survived by her sister-in-law, Juanita Ledesma-Sanchez and her brothers-in-law, Francisco Ledesma and Francisco Ortiz; four grandchildren Cecilia Romero (Oscar), Jacqueline, Octavio, and Jocelyn. She worked at Kress, a variety store, Head Start, and Phelps Dodge Laboratory. He impacted many peoples lives in amazing ways. In 1956 he was recruited as a Machinist Instructor in a new mine in Peru (Southern Peru Copper). After he graduated he began his career as a laborer with M and M Enterprise then a miners helper for Phelps Dodge at the Campbell Shaft mine in Bisbee. See you in the woods. Published in The Greenville News . Christina Inger Doyle, 77, of Chandler, passed away on 1/7/23 after a battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He was a loving brother, uncle, a great friend to many, but most importantly an amazing father. He was the husband to His sister Carmen is resting with him, brothers Sergio and Michael. Of course, he was not just sitting at home writing, he had acquired a part time job as a tour guide with the Copper Queen Mine Tour in Bisbee. He enjoyed playing golf for many years until he met Arthritis. It is what it is, but is what it shouldnt be.. Linda Lou Allen. he was the son to Filomena Robles and Antonio Barron. starting at 1015 A.M followed by burial on Service: Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown Saturday, March 4, 2023, 1:30 pm. Pallbearers present at the events (wake, mass and burial) in Mexico will be Jesus Ledesma II, Octavio A. Ledesma-Lopez, Octavio Lopez, Carlos Lopez, Robert Salaiz and Carlos Ledesma. Everyone who met and worked with her fell in love with her and her quirky personality. She He was like a kid going to the county fair for the first time. Lila Jean Marchant quietly passed away at the age of 89 from Alzheimer's on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. . I studied the commands, and structure of his program until I could understand what he'd done and was blown. Lawrence Edward Prevett, known to his friends as Larry, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 in Bisbee, AZ. Ruben is preceded in death by his parents Ramn and Socorro Villa, brother Roberto Villa, and son Sergio Villa. Ray was a World War II veteran who proudly served in the United States Army from November 16, 1944 through August 22, 1946, when he was honorably discharged. The business thrived for 15 years. He is dearly missed by his loved ones, who celebrate the fact he is at peace with his creator. Find contact information, view maps, and more. Upon separating from the Navy, Rene returned to Douglas where he was active in the community that he loved. He was a US Army Korean war veteran who served from July 2, 1952 to July 2, 1955. 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