Monique Elena Ford

      Monique Elena Ford was known as many things to many people. She was a loved one, a friend, and someone special. To family and friends who knew her best, Monique will be remembered as a very exceptional person.

      Monique was born on April 4, 1986 at University Medical Hospital in Tucson, Arizona. She was the daughter of Sandra Ford & Robert Nelson. Monique grew up in Tucson.

      Monique was raised with Two. One sister, Isabel & one brother Alberto. Monique was usually involved in all sorts of activities with her siblings. She and her siblings experienced rivalries typical of a growing family, but they shared many life experiences over the years.

      As a young girl, Monique had a number of interests. Like most children, she enjoyed playing and making up games. She was curious about the world around her and was often eager to explore it. She was a art performer. In her spare time she liked to care for her pets. Monique's memorable achievements included. However, to Monique, the most fun to be had was simply playing and spending time with her friends.

      A typical teenager, Monique had a fairly happy high school experience, making that critical transition from adolescence to adulthood. She graduated from Gilbert in Mesa, Arizona in non graduate. She enjoyed some classes more than others, having favorite subjects and teachers. Her favorite class in high school was beauty school.

      Monique worked hard to be a good mother to her children and she did her best to fulfill their needs. Monique was blessed with One daughter, Kayley Marisa Ruiz.

      Fortunately, Monique enjoyed what she did for a living. Showing a strong work ethic, Monique worked diligently and did her best to succeed in her career. Her primary occupation was homegiver. She was employed for dentist office. Monique always sought to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.

      Monique enjoyed her leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were making her friends laugh. She was content to enjoy her favorite pastimes alone but was also willing to share her interests with others.

      Monique’s faith was important to her. She was a member of St. Ambrose. During that time, she was baptized in catholic religion.

      Monique enjoyed traveling and time away on vacations. It was a chance for her to renew and relax, to visit new places and experience new things. Favorite vacations included Seattle, Washington.

      Monique was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. One of her favorites was Dog, Malia, other small dogs. They were best friends for years. Her family was rounded out by her birds, dogs.

      Monique passed away on September 9, 2013 at Tucson, Arizona. Aesphyxia. She is survived by her child Kayley, mother Sandra, father Robert, siblings Isabel, Alberto and many other family members that loved her dearly. Services were held at Heather Mortuary & Chapel, Tucson, Arizona. Monique was laid to rest in Arizona.

      Simply stated, Monique was a good and kind person, an individual who will for all time be remembered by her family and friends as being a caring and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Monique leaves behind her a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Everyone whose life she touched will always remember Monique Elena Ford.