Raymond S.M. Hurtado

This gentle and wonderful man has left a permanent mark on our hearts and will be greatly missed by his loving wife of almost 59 years Gloria (Waddell) and his children Gina, Ramona and Lori (James).

Family was everything to Ray. He always said that as the Father of daughters, he was a King every day of his life. He has been a major presence in the lives of his children and grandchildren.

Proud “Tata” to Raymond (Katie), Tasina (Luis), Bailey, Lauren, JT and Jaelyn. He adored his great-grandchildren: Jaime, Isabella, Giuliana, Sofía and Nicolás.

Raised in Avondale, AZ, Ray spent his life as a hardworking, dedicated and loving man. With over 50 years in the auto upholstery industry, Ray, Co-Owner of Bell Auto Upholstery in Phoenix, AZ, loved working with his brothers and nephews. In the 70’s and 80’s, Ray was the beloved Coach of the Little Queens girls’ softball teams and led his girls to numerous championships. Coaching was his passion. He also enjoyed off-roading, dancing and singing with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Braulio and Rosa, his brother Braulio “JR” and sister Veronica “Betty” and his very special son-in-law Jaime. He is survived by his brothers Manuel(Lydia) and Richard(Eva), sisters Virginia, Stella, Carmen, Alice (John) and Anna Marie (John).

He will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Ray will be forever remembered for his beautiful eyes, warm smile, caring heart, warm hugs and unconditional love.

Memorial Service

Thursday December 19th

Rosary at 9:30am, Mass at 10:00am.

Saint John Vianney Catholic Church

800 W. Loma Linda Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85338