Preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years Olga O. Valdenegro. His parents Salvador and
Manuela Valdenegro, his brothers Dan, Eddy, Albert and Pat and sisters Mercedes and
Ramona (Mona)
He is survived by his daughters Anarinda (Michael) Barreras
Noemi (Jorge) Zazueta
Amanda ( Paul) Rivera
Clarisa (Buddy) Otero
His Grandchildren Juan Miguel, Isabel, Alfonso, Andrea, Audrina, Sabrina, Brandon, Abram.
Great grandchildren Mireya, Mariah, Maya, Martin, Juan Miguel Jr., Jose and Violet.
He is also survived by his sister Carmen Valdenegro brothers Federico and Carlos Valdenegro.
And his favorite neighbor and sister-in-law Rosa Valdenegro. Many nieces and nephews.
Ricardo served in the US Navy just after graduating from Salpointe High School. He worked as a
rancher and a lineman before going to work for the Southern Pacific Railroad as a freight car
mechanic and crane operator. Then later on as a semi truck driver.
His favorite hobby was to go fishing at Kennedy Park, in hopes of catching the big lunker
Wilbur. He absolutely loved to see and spend time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed
going to the casino with the excuse to “let’s go eat”. But his most favorite thing to do was to
spend time with his beautiful wife his Corazón,
Olga
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus he also served as a Eucharistic minister in jails and prisons.
His health worsened the last few years of his life which meant it was difficult for him to do everyday things.
The loss of his wife was devastating for him, he missed her tremendously. Our comfort is
knowing he is reunited with her and he is no longer in pain.
Dad we will miss you and we love you Mucho!! We love you diss B—I—G !!
Rest in peace until we see you again
A visitation for Ricardo will be held Thursday, May 26, 2022 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Funeraria del Angel South Lawn, 5401 South Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706. A rosary service will occur Thursday, May 26, 2022 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, 5401 South Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706. A funeral service will occur Friday, May 27, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 602 W Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713. A graveside service will occur Friday, May 27, 2022 from 12:30 PM at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 South Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.funerariadelangelSL.com for the Valdenegro family.
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