Marana, AZ Obituaries

Ashtyn was born on February 13, 2006, in Cooperstown, New York. From the very beginning, he brought joy to those around him. He had a contagious laugh and a personality that could light up any room. ...

Barbara Jean Fortino passed away on February 27, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on February 17, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, Barbara Jean Fortino was a resident of Tucson, Arizona. Barbara moved many ...

Constance (Connie) Winship Gard passed away on January 31, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. Connie was born on July 7, 1950, in Germany to John and Barbara Bristol. John, a Captain in the US Airforce, was st...

Helena Bingham, devoted wife of Stephen, mother to William, Joseph, Frank the Pug, and friend to many Oro Valley birds, was called home to be with the Lord on February 22nd after a brave battle with c...

Thomas Howard Whatmore (69) of Marana Az. passed away on 2/19/2026. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Born to Thomas Edward Whatmore and Marsha (Cougle) Whatmore in Johnstown PA. on ...

Daniel Adam Carreon, 39 of Tucson AZ passed away on February 12th, 2026. Daniel was born on November 21st, 1986, in Flagstaff, AZ. to David Jeffery Carreon and Martha Rene Robbins. Daniel proudly ser...

David Alan Brolsma December 16, 1943 – February 13, 2026 David Alan Brolsma, 82, of Marana, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, February 13, 2026. Born on December 16, 1943, in Paterson, N...

James H. “Jim” Kelly September 29, 1964 – February 11, 2026 James H. “Jim” Kelly, age 61, of Marana, Arizona, passed away on February 11, 2026, as the result of a hiking incident near his home. Jim ...

Robert Earl Smith, 63, passed away on February 6, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1962, and lived a life centered on family, loyalty, service, and love. Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfath...

Joella “Jo” Hays, 86, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. Jo was born December 16, 1939, in Rensselaer, Indiana, to Elmer and Pauline Kauffman. She lived a life defined by...

Thomas “ Tommy” Destefano III passed away suddenly at the age of 45 on January 25th 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. Tommy was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on April 7th 1980 to Thomas and Josephine DeStefan...

Victor Miller passed away on January 24th in Marana, Arizona. He was born in Montrose, Colorado, to William and Clara Miller.   Victor proudly served in the United States Army before building a long...

Joseph “Joe” Uhlman, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2026, surrounded by family in Tucson, Arizona. Joe was born on January 2, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York, to Joseph and Agnes U...

Derald Oltman Nordbrock Derald Oltman Nordbrock, a retired Air Force Major, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at the age of 96, in Tucson, Arizona, with family at his side. Derald w...

James Michael Pirog 1953 - 2026   James Michael Pirog, 72, of Tucson, Arizona passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026 at the Villas on King Street in Tucson. A cherished son, uncle, brother and fr...

Margaret Hiratsuka, age 97, passed away on December 31st at her home in Tucson, Arizona following a recent illness. Margaret was the fifth child born to Shinjiro and Tamano (Uyeminami) Morita in Seatt...

Cosmo James Recuparo, Jr. Cosmo “Rick” Recuparo was born on April 20, 1942 in Syracuse, New York to Cosmo and Mary Recuparo. He lived a life defined by service, devotion to family, and kindness to al...

Jenna Allison Pulsifer, 63, of Tucson, Arizona, died on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Born on October 23, 1962 in York, Pennsylvania, Jenna was the cherished only daughter of the late Dennis and Doris...

Pradelia "Pat" DeAnda February 20, 1038 - December 13, 2025   Pradelia “Pat” DeAnda, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, dear friend and shining  example of kindness to all who knew her, passe...

Frank Arriola, born September 3, 1961, in Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on December 12, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. Frank was a man of steady motion and deep presence. He moved through life with purpos...

Johnny Grinder August 13, 1947 – December 11, 2025 Johnny Grinder, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 11, 2025, at the age of 78.   Born in the fall of 1947 to O...

Zetta Rachel Dowdy   February 19, 1951 - December 10, 2025   Zetta Rachel Dowdy, a Tucsonan for more than 60 years, was originally born in Paris, Tennessee.  She moved from the South with her pare...

We announce the passing of Gabriel Oliver McCarthy, who left us on December 9, 2025. Born on July 11, 1950. A loved father, grandfather, brother and lover of animals. Gabriel is survived by his son K...

Christopher Dale Hunt (Chris) passed away unexpectedly at his home in Tucson, Arizona on Sunday, December 7, 2025, due to a thoracic aneurysm rupture. He was born in Paducah, Kentucky on October 28, 1...

Nathan William Gratz, 49, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 6th, 2025. He was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 2nd, 1976, and grew up in Hastings, Minnesota, wh...

Robert T. Carroll Sr., age 83, of Indianapolis, Indiana. Robert was called home by God on November 25, 2025 while at home with family. He was born on October 23, 1942, to the late Odie B. Carroll and ...

Arturo Reynado Cruz, 100, of Oro Valley, AZ, was called to his eternal home by his Lord and Savior on November 24, 2025. Arturo was born in the Philippines. He was the eldest of 8 siblings and beca...

Ed was born on December 6, 1925 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Louis Guy and Louise Woodley. He passed peacefully into eternity on November 23, 2025 surrounded by family. Just 6 weeks before his death,...

Kenneth (Ken) Lee Simons, 74, of Mason, Ohio was called home to his final resting place with the Lord on November 18, 2025 Ken was born on September 6, 1951 to Charles Simons and Shirley Huff who pre...

Candace Elaine Krob passed away peacefully at her home in Tucson, Arizona, on November 13, 2025, at the age of 72. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose gentle spirit and lo...

Eleanore G. Houser was born on January 31, 1952, in Altenmüster, Germany. She spent her early school years growing up and moving around the East Coast before settling in Tucson during her junior year ...

Our beloved son, Brandon Paul Branch, entered the arms of his loving Savior on November 3, 2025, at the age of 42. Affectionately known as “Bran” by his family and friends, he was born on September 2...

Machell Davenport Bartlett Machell Davenport Bartlett, 63, passed away at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tucson on October 31, 2025 from complications related to cancer, after a very short battle with c...

Cecilia Teyechea passed away in her home on October 26, 2025. She was 72 years old. Cecilia was born in Tucson, AZ and raised, along with her five siblings, by her father, Rudolfo, and her mother, Ros...

JEROLD MAYER SMALL June 27, 1946 - October 24, 2025   Jerry was born June 27, 1946 in Nowalk, MA. He spent his early years in the Boston area, joined the boy scouts, and was Bar Mitzvah’d at 13.  His...

Mom A gentle curve upon the face, A silent language, full of grace. It needs no sound, no word, no plea, it only speaks of joy, and resiliency. Mrs. Jeanette Lee was born August 23, 1946 in Donalsonvi...

Malcolm Stuart Love, 66, peacefully passed away on October 6, 2025 surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born October 15, 1958 in Cambridgeshire, England to Donna Sue Cole ...

Georgia M. Ditch Zimmerman January 17 1931 - October 5 2025 Georgia M. Ditch Zimmerman, born on January 17, 1931, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. She was loved and will be deeply missed by...

Robert Kremer (Bob) passed away October 4, 2025. He will be missed. Bob was born in Aitkin, MN in 1946. He was raised on a farm until he moved in with his grandmother.  He always loved hunting and f...

Margaret Jarvis went to be with the Lord on September 29, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. Affectionately known to her friends as Marge, she was born October 1, 1927 in Brooklyn, New York, and and she had two...

Helen Belle Stephens DeWitt was born on November 20, 1930, and passed away on September 17, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 94. She was the daughter of Margaret Fern Snyder Stephens and Charle...

Carl Thomas Sorenson, Jr. Beloved son of the late Carl, Sr., and the late Anna (nee Garson). Brother to Thomas and Diane Cozza (Robert). Survived by wife Regina and daughters, Courtney & Brittany. A C...

Vonda Kay (Van Diest) Seia 60, passed away on September 9, 2025. She was an incredible woman, amazing mother, and dedicated wife. We thank God that she is finally at peace from the multiple complicati...

Mary Roebuck September 25, 1941 – September 6, 2025 Mary Roebuck, 83, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. She was born on September 25, 1941, in Sacramento, California, t...

In Loving Memory of Larry Leroy Luter Born: November 25, 1936 Passed Away: September 4, 2025 Beloved husband, father, brother and son. Larry retired after 20yrs of service in the United States ...

Edgar A “Ned” Kelly passed away in Tucson, Arizona on September 2, 2025. Ned was a devoted father, a tremendous friend and a loving family member. Ned’s passing is a true loss to anyone and everyone w...

Drake Edward Gemrose, lovingly known as “Bug,” passed away on September 1, 2025, at the age of 28. Born on May 15, 1997, in Tucson, Arizona, Drake lived a life full of love, dedication, and purpose. ...