Obituaries

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Derrick Stovall

Derrick Stovall

Jul 31, 2026

Derrick Ladell Stovall was born on November 23, 1974, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Donna Irvin and Darrell Stovall Sr. He attended Edison Elementary School and T.G. Barr Elementary School.

Derrick held a special place in his heart for his mother; she was the light of his life. The love they shared created a bond he cherished throughout his life. He also...

Guadalupe Padilla Garza

Guadalupe Padilla Garza

Jul 31, 2026

Guadalupe “Mama Lupe” Garza passed away on July 31, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her beyond words and a lifetime of memories that will forever be treasured.

Guadalupe was the beloved daughter of Manuel and Esmeralda and the third of six children. She grew up alongside her siblings, Eleanor, Melba, Mary, Pete, and Manuel Jr. Family was an important...

Juan Romo Trujillo, Jr.

Juan Romo Trujillo, Jr.

Jul 28, 2026

Juan Romo Trujillo, Jr. was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona to Johnny and Artemisa Trujillo. 

He enjoyed being a truck driver. 

Juan is survived by his daughter, Erma Nino; son, John Trujillo; ten grandkids and nineteen great grandkids.

Jose Armando Durazo

Jose Armando Durazo

Jul 24, 2026

Jose Armando Durazo was born April 25, 1934 in Villa Hidalgo, Sonora, Mexico to Roberto Durazo and Maria Samaniego. He died July 24, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Jose was preceded in death by his wife and parents.

He is survived by seven children.

Michael Lee Shirley

Michael Lee Shirley

Jul 23, 2026

Michael Lee Shirley was born April 1, 1955 in Wichita, Kansas to James and Romia Shirley. He died July 23, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Michael is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Rolen and Cait Burghenier.

Kathleen Frances Fridye

Kathleen Frances Fridye

Jul 23, 2026

Kathleen Frances Fridye, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at the age of 67 surrounded by family in Tucson, Arizona. Born on April 11, 1959, in Alton, Illinois. 

Although Kathleen spent much of her life battling multiple chronic illnesses, she lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She worked for many years as a dental...

Charles "Chuck" Montieth Grant

Charles "Chuck" Montieth Grant

Jul 22, 2026

Charles M. (Chuck) Grant was born in Crockett County, West Tennessee to father Max and mother Dot in 1944.  He was an exceptional student and also an exceptional all around athlete at Alamo Junior High and Alamo High School excelling in football, basketball and (his favorite) baseball.  Among his numerous honors in high school were team captain for each sport...

Adele Woodard

Adele Woodard

Jul 22, 2026

Adele Woodard, née Peterson, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Tucson, Arizona, the city where her life’s journey began on May 9, 1946. Her eighty years were profoundly shaped by the warmth of family, the pursuit of knowledge, and an unwavering devotion to her community and causes.

A proud daughter of Tucson, Adele was born...

Margaret Elizabeth Callahan

Margaret Elizabeth Callahan

Jul 22, 2026

Margaret Elizabeth Callahan, known to everyone who loved her as Margie, and to her family simply as Nanny, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at the age of 91, surrounded by the family who loved her most.

Born in Washington Heights, New York, she spent seventy three years building a life in the Bronx before making her final home in...

Terrence Michael Gomez

Terrence Michael Gomez

Jul 21, 2026

Terrence Michael Gomez, lovingly referred to as Terry, was born November 18, 1958 in Patterson, New Jersey to James and Agnes Gomez. He died July 21, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. 

Terry was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his brothers, Mickey and John Gomez and his sisters, Kathleen Rochin, Jean Gomez and Jane Hoffman.

Kenneth Brittain Lane

Kenneth Brittain Lane

Jul 18, 2026

Kenneth Brittain Lane, born November 5, 1946, passed away on July 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, adventure, and steadfast family bonds that will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

Ken lived his life with quiet strength and deep devotion to his loved ones, nurturing a spirit of curiosity and wonder that defined his days. At the center of...

Alfred M. Ronquillo

Alfred M. Ronquillo

Jul 12, 2026

March 15, 1945 – July 12, 2026

Alfred M. Ronquillo passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at the age of 81.

Alfred was a proud, hardworking man; he was a miner, plumber, a true jack-of-all-trades, who took pride in working with his hands and never hesitated to help others as he could. Alfred had a warm smile, a contagious laugh, and a...

Linda Michelle Pike

Linda Michelle Pike

Jul 11, 2026

Linda Michelle Pike, 66, of Tucson, AZ, passed away peacefully on July 11th, 2026, after a long illness. 

Linda was born on October 31st, 1959, in Cortland, NY to Yvonne and George Francis. She had a happy childhood in Cortland and graduated from high school there, but when it was time for college, she chose the University of Arizona. She fell...

Luis Cruz Galarza Sr.

Luis Cruz Galarza Sr.

Jul 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Luis Cruz Galarza July 5, 1953 – July 10, 2026

Luis Cruz Galarza, a lifelong resident of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 10, 2026, at the age of 68.

Born and raised in Tucson, Luis was a humble, generous, and hardworking man who dedicated his life to his family, friends, and community. He never hesitated to lend...

Robert Peter Lynn, Sr.

Robert Peter Lynn, Sr.

Jul 6, 2026

Robert P. Lynn Sr. was born November 9, 1961 in Brooklyn, New York to Edward J. Lynn Sr. and Janet E. Howard. He died July 6, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. 

Robert is survived by his daughter, Tinamarie Everett and son, Robert Jr.

Craig G. Coleman

Craig G. Coleman

Jul 5, 2026

Craig Coleman, 70, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 5, 2026. Born on October 29, 1955 to Ronald and Mary Jo, lived a life marked by his love of racing. Those who knew him will remember his passion for building and racing sprint cars and his prized 32 Ford. 

Spoiled as a child and stubborn as an adult, he did...

Marco Antonio Hernandez

Marco Antonio Hernandez

Jul 5, 2026

Marco Antonio Hernandez, 37, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on July 5, 2026. Born on August 30, 1988, in Chicago, Illinois, Marco grew into a man whose presence left a lasting imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Adventurous, loving, loyal, and mindful, he moved through the world with a rare sincerity that made people feel seen, valued, and...

Frank F. Foth

Frank F. Foth

Jul 5, 2026

Frank F. Foth, born on May 18, 1950, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Throughout his 76 years, Frank's life was a testament to resilience, kindness, and the enduring strength of family and friendship.

To all who knew him, Frank was so much more than a name or a memory—he was a loving son,...

Carolyn Stucky Holzer

Carolyn Stucky Holzer

Jul 3, 2026

Carolyn Stucky Holzer, born August 1, 1947, in the vibrant community of Irvington, New Jersey, departed this world on July 3, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. The sun, high and steady over the desert, cast its warm rays over her final days, just as Carolyn’s own light has radiated across the lives she touched.

To know Carolyn was to feel her quiet...

Ramilaben Patel

Ramilaben Patel

Jul 3, 2026

Ramilaben Patel, 60, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on June 18, 1966, in Piplav, Gujarat, India, she grew up surrounded by the traditions, values, and spiritual grounding that shaped her life. She completed her primary and secondary education in Piplav before marrying Prafulchandra M. Patel on January 13, 1987, in Sunav, Gujarat—a union that...