81, of Maricopa, Passed away December 12, 2013. He was born in Mesa, Arizona on December 24, 1932. Cipriano received his GED in the military He was a member in the U.S. Armed forces serving in WWII and Korean War after returning from duty Cirpriano then worked hard to received his B.S. and Masters from Arizona State University Electrical Engineering. His Career took him to become shop supervisor over the entire machining shop at Sperry now known as Honeywell. His passion was his Family, pets and ranching. He was pre deceased by Cipriano M. Espinosa III and Christina Careaga. Cipriano was survived by Ruby Sue Espinosa, Skyler Careaga, Bartolo Careaga , Travis Careaga, and Breanna Careaga . Funeral arrangements will be held at 10:00 AM, December 21, 2013 at Funeraria Melcher Chapel of the Roses. To leave an online condolence to the family, please visit our website at www.MelcherChapelofRoses.com