Tony Carranza Villa Sr.

Tony was born in Litchfield Park, Az, to Manuel and Emeteria Villa on July 1, 1932. He grew up in the historical Goodyear Farm Campos with his family. After completing school, Tony enlisted in the Army and was a paratrooper for the 187th Airborne during the Korean War conflict. Following his service, he returned to Arizona, married, started a family and worked Civil Service for Luke Air Force Base until his retirement.

Tony is survived by his daughters Sylvia Villa-Martinez (Danny), Carrie Pena (Joseph), Suzanne Cuen (Steve), Sons Tony Jr., Paul (Christine), Carlos (Candy), and Danny, sisters Lucia Moreno, Celia Romo, Josie Alcantar, Hope Solis and brother Ignacio; 23 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Manuel and Raymond, sons Steven and Victor, and his beloved Wife of 61 years, Sophia.

A memorial mass is scheduled on Friday, August 2, 2019 at 10 am at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 3424 N 18th Ave., Phoenix with Fr. Andres Arango officiating. Reception to follow immediately after mass. Arrangements were handled by Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home.