Irma B Polanco

Irma’s love of life didn’t come to an end with her death. Irma passed away on January 7, 2023, at the age of 83, she spent her final days in the company of loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by loving their families unconditionally, living their lives to the fullest and caring for others

Irma was born in Nogales, Arizona and traveled the world as an Air Force spouse, some of the places she lived were Spain, Ireland, New Mexico, California and Virginia before finally returning to Tucson, Arizona where she made her home for the past 50 years.

Preceded in death by her parents Luis Gerlach Bazurto and Josefina Bachelier Bazurto, brothers Luis Bazurto, Jose Luis Bazurto and nephew Ramon Bazurto Jr.

She is survived by her Sons; Marc (Rocio) Polanco, Mauricio Sr (Diana) Polanco, Mont Polanco, Brothers; Ramon (Yolanda) Bazurto, Albert (Beto) Bazurto, Jesus Bazurto, and Raul Espinosa. Grandchildren; Mauricio Jr (Marisol) Polanco, Ricardo Polanco, Samantha Polanco, Itzya Polanco, and Ethan Polanco. Great grandchildren; Mauricio III, Aubry Makayla, and Isabella. Also, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews, of the Bazurto, Bachelier and Gerlach family from Nogales, Tucson and surrounding areas

The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Irma. She loved early mornings with a cup of coffee while she read her bible and quiet evenings with her pets. She always saw the beauty of God's creation in all things great and small, she lived everyday with love and always made time for her family, which was most important in her life. Irma found happiness in her daily activities, while gardening and caring for her pets, everything flourished in her care. Her giving personality was contagious to everyone she met. Irma touched the hearts of many, she taught us to give and to help others no matter what your circumstances may be, she said, "God would always make a way if you help others".

Mom, you will be missed but not forgotten, as we each carry a piece of you in our hearts, with all our love, your loving family.

A celebration of life for Irma will be Friday, February 3rd at 10:00 a.m. at Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, 500 West Calle Concordia Oro Valley AZ, 85704

In lieu of flowers please consider giving a donation to the Southern Arizona Humane Society or the Pima County Animal shelter in her name

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.funerariadelangeltucson.com for the Polanco family.