Eleanore G Houser

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 of high school. She was proud to be part of the very first graduating class of Saguaro High School.

Eleanore was married to the love of her life, Bernie Houser, for 45 years. Together they built a family that was the center of her world. She was a devoted and loving mother to three children: Melissa (Louie) Valenzuela, Rachel Houser, and Anthony Houser. Her greatest joy in life was being “Nana” to her three beloved grandchildren—Isabella, Lucia, and Benjamin—who truly were the lights of her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Agnes Tucker. She is survived by her siblings, Lorraine Neill (Tom), Christine Webb (Craig), Lawrence Tucker, Jr. (Joanna), and Margaret Nevarez. She is also lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, all of whom held a special place in her heart.

Eleanore dedicated 40 years of service to the Pima College Bookstores, retiring in 2014. Her strong work ethic, reliability, and care for others left a lasting impression on everyone she worked with.

She loved horses, flowers of any type but especially sunflowers, naps on the beach, spending time with her family, and caring for her grandchildren. Eleanore had the biggest heart and an unmistakable presence—she was a force to be reckoned with. Known affectionately for her sass and strength, she was truly “sassy pants” in the best possible way, and she will be remembered for her fierce love, loyalty, and larger-than-life personality.

Services will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Public Visitation will take place from 9:00–10:00 a.m., followed by a Memorial Service from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at Marana Mortuary & Cemetery, 12146 W. Barnett Rd, Marana, AZ 85653.

Burial will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Marana, 15950 N. Luckett Rd, Marana, AZ 85653. A Celebration of Life will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Stardance Event Center.

Eleanore’s love and spirit live on in the family and friends she cherished so deeply, and she will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

The family requests that In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tucson Cancer Conquerors - https://tucsoncancerconquerors.org/support-tcc/