Obituaries

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Randy Jesus Smith

Randy Jesus Smith

Nov 16, 2025

Randy J. Smith was received into the arms of his Lord Jesus Christ on November 16, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved more than anything in this world. Born and raised in South Tucson, Randy came from humble beginnings that shaped his grit, generosity, and unwavering work ethic. He learned early what it meant to push forward, work hard,...

Andrew Lehman

Andrew Lehman

Nov 9, 2025

It is with great sadness that the we announce the passing of Andrew Lehman, who unexpectedly passed away on November 9th 2025, at the age of 25. Andrew was a friendly, loving, kind, thoughtful, and generous person who touched the lives of everyone he met.

Andrew was a talented musician who found happiness in playing his drum kit. In addition he...

Rosemary Anne Bryerton

Rosemary Anne Bryerton

Oct 11, 2025

Rose Bryerton, 89, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 11, 2025. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 1, 1936 to James and Hannah (Flynn) Cunningham, and resided in Chicago until moving to Arizona (first to Bisbee, and then to Tucson) in 1964. Rose attended St. Gabriel’s School and Mercy High School. She attended...

Margaret L. Roark

Margaret L. Roark

Nov 5, 2025

Margaret L. Roark, born on September 23, 1931, in Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on November 5, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 94.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leslie Roark of Oilmont, Montana.

A woman of many talents, she enjoyed a lifetime of creativity through cross-stitching, quilt-making, painting, and knitting. Her hands and heart were always...

Michael George Steiniger

Michael George Steiniger

Dec 8, 2025

Michael George Steiniger was born May 18, 1942 in Tel Aviv, Israel to Otto Steiniger and Helen Polak. He died December 8, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. Michael was an attorney.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Michael is survived by his son, Tim Steiniger.

Samuel Valenzuela Romero

Samuel Valenzuela Romero

Dec 7, 2025

Samuel Valenzuela Romero was born September 22, 1962 in Tucson, Arizona to Raul Barraza Romero and Lydia Lucero Valenzuela. He died December 7, 2025 in Tucson.

He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Samuel is survived by his siblings, Israel and Jennie.

David Allen Cooper

David Allen Cooper

Dec 7, 2025

David Allen Cooper was born March 4, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to Bryce and Lila Cooper. He died December 7, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Dave worked as a registered nurse and used his skill while he was in the Navy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryce Cooper and Lila (Stader) Cooper.

Dave is survived by his partner, Ray Harris;...

Karl Martin Merrick

Karl Martin Merrick

Nov 29, 2025

Karl Martin Merrick, affectionately known as Karol, passed away peacefully at The Center on November 29, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on July 8, 1942, in Campbell, New York, his life was marked by both dedication and service, particularly during his remarkable tenure with the United States Army, where he served for over 20 years and attained the rank of...

Vernica Nicole Phelps

Vernica Nicole Phelps

Nov 29, 2025

Vernica N. Phelps was born February 26, 1985 to the proud parents of Darrie and Veronica Phelps in Gary, Indiana.

Vernica attended Aetna Elementary School, Marquette Middle School and graduated from Gary Wirt High School in June 2003. She continued her dream career in cosmetology at the Gary Career Center. She later followed her new career of nursing by attending the...

Yolanda "Yolie" B. Duarte

Yolanda "Yolie" B. Duarte

Nov 27, 2025

Yolanda Duarte was born May 8, 1948 in Nogales, Arizona to Leonides F. Duarte and Sara Bacazamora. She died November 27, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

She is survived by her sister, Maria Yslas.

Thomas James McNaughton

Thomas James McNaughton

Nov 27, 2025

Thomas James McNaughton was born on October 4, 1944. He followed his twin sister into the world just ten minutes after she was born. He was quite the surprise since his mother had no idea she was carrying twins!

As a child, Tom loved playing with his twin sister, Claire, and being outdoors. He loved to fish and go camping. In...

Farryl A. Hutchison

Farryl A. Hutchison

Nov 23, 2025

Farryl A. Hutchison, born September 28, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away on November 23, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

He is survived by his two adult children, Natasha Hutchison and Anthony Hutchison. He is also survived by his siblings, Christine Boston, Leo Hutchison Jr., and twin brother, Darryl Hutchison.

Farryl was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Hutchison Sr. and...

Gianina Maria Scavone

Gianina Maria Scavone

Nov 21, 2025

Gianina M. Scavone, born in Tucson, Arizona on November 20, 1963, passed away peacefully in her hometown on November 21, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Norma T. Kuligowski and the late Cirino G. Scavone.

Gianina was a devoted mother, a cherished Nonna, and a warm, loving presence in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by...

Peggy E. Davis

Peggy E. Davis

Nov 18, 2025

he world lost a bright light with the passing of Peggy Davis. Ms. Peggy Davis, 84, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on November 18, 2025, due to complications from Parkinson’s disease, just four days shy of her 85th birthday. She was born on November 22, 1940 in Piso, in Pike County, Kentucky, to Willie Harmon Davis and Pearl Price Davis....

John Joseph Celli

John Joseph Celli

Nov 18, 2025

John Joseph Celli was born April 19, 1957 in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania to John and Brenda Celli. He died November 18, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

John is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his sister, Johnna and her husband, Tom Ballew; and an aunt, Bondi Sharp.

Grace Ellen Atwell

Grace Ellen Atwell

Nov 15, 2025

Grace Atwell was born December 30, 1951 to Robert Bristol Atwell and Grace Louise Harris in Bethesda, Maryland. She died November 15, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 73.

Grace worked as an attorney.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

Grace is survived by her sister, Patricia Hall and brother, Robert Atwell. 

Thomas Lee Jantz

Thomas Lee Jantz

Nov 13, 2025

Thomas Lee Jantz was born May 3, 1973 in Tucson, Arizona to Thomas Jantz and Aurora Rodgriguez. He died November 13, 2025.

He is survived by his sister, Joy Osornio.