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Carl Hideki Kikuchi

Carl Hideki Kikuchi

Mar 3, 2026

Carl Hideki Kikuchi was born on June 23rd, 1950 in East Lansing, Michigan. He was the second of three children to parents Grace and Chihiro. Carl grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where his father Chihiro worked as a professor at the University of Michigan. During his childhood, Carl and his siblings Naomi and Gary lived abroad in Taiwan, during...

Alicia Lopez

Alicia Lopez

Mar 15, 2026

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Alicia Lopez, who was born on January 5, 1943, in Douglas, Arizona, and passed away on March 15, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Salvador Lopez, with whom she shared 61 beautiful years of marriage;...

Juventino "Tino" Paredes Dórame

Juventino "Tino" Paredes Dórame

Mar 25, 2026

"El Señor es mi pastor; nada me faltará. En lugares de delicados pastos me hará descansar; junto a aguas de reposo me pastoreará." — Salmo 23



El miércoles 25 de marzo de 2026, a las 9:30 de la noche, el Señor llamó a su siervo fiel a Su presencia eterna. Rodeado de sus seres queridos, entre cantos y oraciones, fue elevada...

Alejandro R. Rodriguez

Alejandro R. Rodriguez

Feb 27, 2026

Visitation, Eulogy, Rosary, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Tuesday, April 21, 2026, St. Christopher Catholic Parish, 12101 West Moore Road, Marana, Arizona 85653 followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:00 AM.

Inurnment, 12:00 PM, Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 15950 N. Luckett Rd., Marana, Arizona 85653

Family gathering after inurnment, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Veterans of Foreign Wars...

Constance Louise Welch

Constance Louise Welch

Mar 18, 2026

Constance Louise Welch, affectionately known as Connie, passed away on March 18, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on November 28, 1955, in Roswell, New Mexico, Connie’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven with kindness, dedication, and a deep love for her family and the world around her.

Connie’s journey began in Roswell, but it was Tucson, Arizona, where she truly blossomed....

Wayne Hunt

Wayne Hunt

Mar 29, 2026

Wayne Hunt, born on June 20, 1956, in Sparta, Georgia, passed away on March 29, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. He was a retired Master Sergeant with the U.S. Army, having honorably served his country.

Wayne is survived by his sister, daughter, and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A graveside service will be held on 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May...

Nia Clark

Nia Clark

Mar 24, 2026

Nia Clark, a vibrant soul whose laughter and creativity brightened every room she entered, passed away on March 24, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on January 10, 1945, in the heart of the Bronx, New York, Nia’s life was a rich tapestry woven with love, humor, and an unquenchable passion for the arts.

Nia’s journey began in the bustling streets of...

Robert P. "Duke" Bowers

Robert P. "Duke" Bowers

Mar 17, 2026

Robert P. Bowers, affectionately known as "Duke," passed away on March 17, 2026, in Sierra Vista, Arizona. Born on March 28, 1948, in Blue Island, Illinois, Robert's life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and a love for the simple joys that defined his unique character.

Growing up in Blue Island, Robert graduated from Dwight D. Eisenhower High School, where...

John Torrez Trujillo

John Torrez Trujillo

Mar 12, 2026

John Torrez Trujillo, a beloved father, tata, son, and brother, passed away peacefully at home in Tucson, Arizona, on March 12, 2026. Born on October 5, 1965, in Tucson, John’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and unwavering dedication.

Raised on District Street in the Fairgrounds neighborhood, John’s early days were filled with simple joys shared with cousins and friends....

Abraham René Aragon

Abraham René Aragon

Mar 9, 2026

Abraham ‘René’ Aragon was born in Tucson, Arizona on Monday, October 17, 1938 at St. Mary’s hospital. He passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, March 9, 2026.

René was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, God-father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, and faithful friend. He never missed an opportunity to spend time with his family and...

Bruce Scott Henneberg

Bruce Scott Henneberg

Feb 28, 2026

Bruce Scott Henneberg was born July 4, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois to Martin Paul Henneberg and Bertha Rosalie Klemm. He died February 28, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. 

Bruce was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Dolores Amaya Quintanilla

Dolores Amaya Quintanilla

Feb 26, 2026

Dolores Amaya Quintanilla, lovingly known as Dee, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on August 17, 1946, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Dee's spirited demeanor and caring nature touched the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Dee was a devoted wife to Antonio Quintanilla Jr., whom she married on July 22, 1971, in their...

Rosalba Cruz

Rosalba Cruz

Feb 25, 2026

Visitation, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 7, 2026, Sensible Funeras & Cremation, 109 W. Grant Road, Tucson, Arizona 85705

John Hemer Lennarson

John Hemer Lennarson

Feb 23, 2026

It is with a profound sense of loss and reflection that we announce the passing of John Hemer Lennarson, affectionately known to some as "Doc John” and to others as “Uncle Ketchup”. John departed this world on February 23, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on March 9, 1942, in Waukegan, Illinois, John lived life rich with purpose, service, and connections...

Kenneth "Pat" D. Patterson

Kenneth "Pat" D. Patterson

Feb 22, 2026

Kenneth "Pat" D Patterson of Elfrida, Arizona, went to Heaven on February 22, 2026.

Pat was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on January 26, 1953 to Vesta Lee Patterson and Kathleen Cecil Patterson. He was the youngest of four.

He was preceded in death by both parents and his oldest brother, Rick Patterson of Michigan.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn, of 52...

Rev. Luella Rose Loveless

Rev. Luella Rose Loveless

Feb 22, 2026

Rev. Luella Rose Loveless, a devoted servant of God and an inspiring beacon of faith, was ushered into eternal rest on February 22, 2026, in Peru, Illinois. Born on July 5, 1941, in Broughton, Illinois, Luella was a cherished daughter of John Henry and Mamie May Trout, who have preceded her in death along with her daughter, Charlotte Rose Hipps;...

Tavonda Quinette Watkins Madison

Tavonda Quinette Watkins Madison

Feb 22, 2026

On Sunday February 22, 2026, our precious Tavonda Quinette Watkins Madison departed this life to be with the Lord. Tavonda was born March 7, 2002 in Tucson, Arizona to Shvonda Watkins and Kenneth Madison. Both who preceded her in death.

Tavonda loved watching her favorite cartoons while snuggled up with her favorite stuffed animal, "The Loin of Judah". She loved going...

Helen Rose Conklin

Helen Rose Conklin

Feb 18, 2026

Helen Rose Conklin, a beloved matriarch and devoted member of her community, passed peacefully on February 18, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 70. Born on January 10, 1956, in Yuma, Arizona, Helen lived her entire life in this cherished hometown. A proud graduate of Yuma High School, she carried the spirit of her school with her throughout...