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Albert Oliver Lindseth, Jr.
May 1, 2026
Albert Oliver Lindseth Jr., a proud U.S. Navy veteran, longtime union electrician, educator, and devoted family man with deep roots in Montana, passed away on May 1, 2026, at the age of 79. Born March 17, 1947, in Great Falls, Montana, to Albert Oliver “Bully” Lindseth Sr. and Agnes Robertson Mutch Lindseth, From the Montana plains to the ship decks...
Rueben Carrillo Ramirez
Apr 29, 2026
Rueben Carrillo Ramirez, a devoted family man, veteran, and lifelong friend, passed away on April 29, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on April 4, 1941, in Willcox, Arizona, Rueben was the youngest son of Gerardo and Gerarda Ramirez.
Raised in Willcox, Rueben later made Douglas, Arizona his home where he raised a beloved family. In his later years, he moved to...
Luz Maria Guaydacan
Apr 28, 2026
Luz Maria Guaydacan, a devoted mother, beloved member of her community, and a hardworking custodian at the University of Arizona for over two decades, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on April 22, 1935, in Magdalena, Sonora, Mexico, Luz’s journey was one shaped by dedication, love, and quiet strength.
Growing up in Magdalena, she carried the...
Robert Wallis Jackson
Apr 25, 2026
Robert Wallis Jackson, affectionately known as Bob, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on May 6, 1944, in Kankakee, Illinois, Bob’s life was marked by dedication, kindness, and a steadfast commitment to those he loved.
Raised in Kankakee, Bob distinguished himself early by earning the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout, a testament to his character and...
John Richard Wilson
Apr 24, 2026
John Richard Wilson was born July 17, 1950 in Portland, Oregon to Daryl and Irene Wilson. He died April 24, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.
John was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Rita Lynn Olson
Apr 23, 2026
Rita Lynn Olson, née Degrote, a woman of indomitable spirit and boundless grace, passed away on April 23, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on December 26, 1956, in the welcoming town of Willmar, Minnesota, Rita’s journey was marked by extraordinary resilience and unwavering courage.
From an early age, Rita demonstrated a strength that would define her life. At the tender age...
Kerry Willard Amacker
Apr 23, 2026
Kerry Willard Amacker, 77, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on April 23, 2026.
Kerry was born on April 4, 1949, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Pearl and Willard Amacker. He attended Istrouma High School in North Baton Rouge. He grew up with a deep love for sports — a passion that started early in life. His father owned a fishing camp,...
Richard Eugene Bracamonte
Apr 22, 2026
Richard Bracamonte, 48, passed away on April 22, 2026, as the result of a tragic car accident. Born on December 23, 1977, Richard lived a life defined by passion, loyalty, and an unrelenting devotion to the people and things he loved. He was a beloved son, a cherished brother, and a loyal friend who will be deeply missed.
Richard was a...
Gary L. Fisher
Apr 20, 2026
Gary Lee Fisher was born August 4, 1946 in Alma, Michigan to Harold and Lucille Fisher. He died April 20, 2026 in Bisbee, Arizona.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his children, Andrea Dowdy(Joe), Timothy Fisher(Amy), Josh Fisher(Katie), Tonya Foutz, Gary Fisher, Jr,(Karen), Laura Ridley(Brian), Willie South and Shannon Cook (Scott) . Siblings, Harold Fisher, Jr(Carole),...
Felicia Genae Chaney-Melton
Apr 20, 2026
Felicia Genae Chaney-Melton was born May 6, 1981 to Charles and Irene Chaney in Glendale, Californa. She died April 20, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.
Felicia was preceded in death by her father, Charles Chaney.
She is survived by her mother, Irene Chaney; her sister, Charlette Chaney; and her children, Irie Doakes and Isaiah Doakes.
Michael Warren Connell
Apr 19, 2026
Michael Warren Connell was born May 12, 1945 in Los Angeles, California to John Connell and Phyllis Warren. He died April 19, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.
Michael was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Louise Connell in 2022.
He is survived by his children, James and David Connell and Tiffany Dugas.
Barbara Jean McCosh Major
Apr 19, 2026
Barbara Jean McCosh Major, a dedicated healer, no-nonsense professional, and cherished sister, passed away recently at her home in the hills of West Tucson. She was 76 years old. At her passing, she was surrounded by her loving husband, Rick Allen, and her two doting dogs.**A Legacy of Service and Innovation**Barbara’s academic journey began at UCSD and UC Berkeley before...
Kenneth Wayne Whitecotton
Apr 18, 2026
Ken Whitecotton may have actually been born telling tall tales. Kenneth Wayne Whitecotton, 77, of Tucson, Arizona, died on April 18, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona.
He was born in Oak Creek, Colorado, on October 28, 1948, to Wayne and Marilyn Whitecotton (both deceased), who operated a cattle ranch outside of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The winters were so tough that he was...
Marian Esther Jensen Wald
Apr 18, 2026
Loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, wife, artist, teacher and actor Marian Esther Jensen Wald, 104, took her final bow and left the stage on April 18, 2026. Born July 5, 1921, to Esther and Ernest Jensen of Lone Rock, Iowa, Marian followed her mother and led her daughters into careers in teaching. An interest in broadening her horizons—as an...
Terry Lynn Gibson
Apr 17, 2026
Terry Lynn Gibson, 78, Vail, Arizona, died April 17, 2026 at Casa De La Luz Hospice. He was born on September 23, 1947 to Lynn Tennyson Gibson and Louise Downing Gibson of Salt Lake City, Utah. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Sherrie Ann Wight; son, Terry Brian Gibson; and five grandchildren.
Graciela Galvez Saldivar
Apr 16, 2026
Graciela Galvez Saldivar, born on August 25, 1935, passed away on April 16, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Graciela was preceded in death by the love of her life, Carlos O. Saldivar, with whom she shared a life for 65 years. She is survived by her last surviving sister, Maria Antonieta Galvez Celaya (Jose Manuel Celaya).
She was a devoted mother to...
Thelinda Sandoval
Apr 16, 2026
Thelinda Sandoval was born December 24, 1979 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Jerry and Flora Neboyia. She died April 16, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.
Thelinda is survived by her children, Desirae and Melachi Sandoval; her significant other, Melissa Nelson; sisiter, Shanna Chischille; and aunt, Marian Nez.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elijah Sandoval and son, Jordan Sandoval.
Diana Rosa Torres
Apr 15, 2026
Diana Rosa Torres passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and care that will be cherished by all who knew her. She was a mother to her three children, a beloved sister, and a proud grandmother and great-grandmother.
She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for her sense of humor, her incredible cooking that brought family and...
Thomas Allen Kibler
Apr 12, 2026
Thomas Allen Kibler, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2026, leaving behind a life marked by resilience, generosity, and quiet strength.
Born on February 24, 1951, in Front Royal, Virginia, to Allen Rudolph Kibler and June Astrid Smith, Tom spent his early years moving throughout the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding areas, including Martinsburg and Charlestown, West...
Frank J. Battelle
Apr 9, 2026
Memorial Service, 12:00 PM, Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Southern Arizona Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, 1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trail, Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635
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