Luis is survived by his children; Mariana Christina Martinez, Julian Andres Martinez, CheyeAnne Diaz, Tyler Diaz, Luis Martinez Jr., Donovan Martinez, his grandchildren Ayden Martinez, Sophie Diaz, Sebastian Diaz and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Rene proudly served his tour onboard USS CREE (ATF-84), where he deployed to the coast of Vietnam as was part of the "Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club" (the US 7th Fleet) with missions including (but not limited to) chasing trawlers and towing floating barracks across the Pacific. He was blessed with 16 more grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren. She was a great listener and always willing to share her wisdom and advice to others. Shortly after her birth, her mother moved the family to Naco, Sonora, Mexico where she and her four sisters grew up. George returned to Phelps Dodge on the labor crew, drilling and blasting, service lubrication truck until a journeyman machinist vacancy became available. He passed away peacefully February 21, 2022. Peter was always quick with a joke and wanted nothing more than to leave a person laughing and knowing something new. He was a member of Bisbee Elks lodge 671, American Legion Lodge 16, Bisbee Masonic: Perfect Ashlar lodge 12, Scottish Right 32 of Tucson, Sabbar Shriners, Tucson Az and member of St. Stephen Nemanja Serbian Church, Bisbee. with the Funeral mass immediately following. Ruben Edmundo Villa, 77, of Naco, Sonora, passed away on March 18, 2022, after a battle with cancer. Of course, he was not just sitting at home writing, he had acquired a part time job as a tour guide with the Copper Queen Mine Tour in Bisbee. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Daves honor to The National Kidney Foundation of Arizona. The Pizza House soon became a favorite hot spot for many of the families and teenagers of Bisbee. Finally, Rene retired from Douglas Unified School District at the end of the school year in 2000. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and limitations, only family and invited guests may attend the church services. He was a Linux specialist and spent a good bit of time evangelizing that platform and its value. He entered the United States Air Force July 30, 1969 and served until July 29, 1973 during the Vietnam era. Mr. Rojas was a dedicated family man and during the time he was raising his children in Bisbee, he used every spare moment to create a good quality of life. Rubens ability to connect with people was a true testament of his personable and trustworthy character. She helped raised most of her grandchildren, and loved everyone in her family unconditionally. He was proceeded in death by his siblings Gregorio, Juan, Jose, Gilberto, Baby Jesus, and Baby Rita. George was discharged in February 1953 as a (MR) Machinery Repairman Petty Officer 1st Class. He had many interesting careers and never missed one day of work in the process. I laid there for 8 hours in what felt like a tomb of certain death. He was born in Douglas, AZ on February 16, 1932, to Matias R. Rojas and Concepcion Vasquez, both of Douglas. He inspired many lives, teaching math, music, and chess. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007. He marched to a different drummer. Born July 4, 1935 in Birmingham, AL, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Monroe and Mary Anderson Wright. She would donate her plants to the church yearly that she had planted. Maria Sofia Mora passed away quietly on June 6, 2022. He decided to follow another one of his interests, law. "Nana Juana" definitely left a mark on not only the lives of her family, but also of anyone who got the chance to meet her. In the last few years he has been fighting for his life with kidney failure, dialysis and all the misery that goes with it. He would leave a loving impression on anyone he met. Good, clean funright? Audrys greatest joy was her grandchildren (always asking if they needed jackets, socks, boots and blankets to keep them warm). Jesus was kind and treated everyone like family. Ray remained active supporting veterans issues his entire life, including helping military widows receive benefits. Ray received many awards and recognitions for his dedicated efforts and was appointed the National Aide-de-Camp for the VFW by the National VFW Commander in 1965, and he was appointed as the statewide Arizona Deputy Chief-of-Staff for the VFW in 1966. 50- HWY 80 Douglas AZ Cristy was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and business women and gave back to the community she loved. We would like to thank Dr. Monica Vandervort, Care Givers Guadalupe, Mara, Angelica, Victoria, Eva, and our brother Deacon Jose who cared for Mom until the time of her death. Burial tomorrow at 9:00 Calvary Cemetery in Veterans Plot. Matias was a short and long-haul truck driver for various companies, including his fathers business called, Rojas and Sons Transfer in Douglas. He was an avid baseball fan and enjoyed watching boxing matches, telenovelas, and American movies; but above all, his passion was spending time with his many friends and family. Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. His children are Stella Willett (who died on August 24, 2021, and lived in Derry, N.H. with her husband Dan), Sally Rojas of Sierra Vista, AZ, Jenny Chavez of Bisbee, AZ, (late husband David) Alfred Rojas of Bisbee, AZ (Ramona) Francine Powers of Tucson, AZ (Randy) and Albert Rojas of Douglas, AZ. Anastacio was the second of four children. He was the most loving and big-hearted man. She was very supportive of family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Harold and Clydean Clough, her in-laws Paul and Evyline Whelan, and sister Jean Barry. Forty-eight years of marriage and still you can love someone even more that yesterday. Rene served in Douglas Police Department as a Reserve Police Officer for 7 years. Ray attended Douglas High School, where he graduated with honors in 1944. Long story short, after wading around in waist deep Tennessee swamp water, we ended up with a bag full of West Tennessee water moccasins. She will be missed by many, God bless, and may she Rest In Peace. From there he wanted to better his life future. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure unknown. He was born on September 10, 1966. A funeral service was held on Friday, February 10th 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Howze Mortuary Chapel (6714 State Park Rd, Travelers Rest, SC 29690). and nephews. Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. He was beloved by his family and will be dearly missed. He moved to Bisbee shortly after and married his former wife, Martha Palomino. The two grew closer than ever before, as only two people in love can. She was born on April 01, 1929, in Colonia Morelos, Sonora MX. He will be greatly missed. She later attended boarding school in Montreal, Canada while her father was stationed there serving as the Consulate General of Mexico. Do to tax laws in Peru, in 1963 George returned to the United States to work in Stockton California as a Maintenance Superintendent for California Cedar Products. Following the Reid Park 100 Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716, Funeral services Saturday, January 28,2032 at 11:00 am Iglesia Ministerios Amistad. bicycle riding and dancing. A life well lived. Over the last few months Ricky was strengthened by his renewed Faith in Christ! Gerald was a fun-loving prankster who was always up for a good laugh. He would cajole me into things I had no faith in at all. 266 were here. He is survived by his wife Conchita of twenty-five years. Frank was well known and respected by many and will surely be missed. He was the husband to Please make contributions to : Cochise College Foundation Attention Bugen Family Fund, Sierra Vista Campus, Sierra Vista Az 85635-2317. Rene will always be known for his love of life, music, food, family, community and for his deep love and devotion to his country and fellow veterans. Find contact information, view maps, and more. Find the obituary of Bryce Huffman (1998 - 2023) from Greer, SC. Services will be on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Immaculate, Rosary at 10:15 am rosary followed by an 11:00 am mass officiated by Father Noriega. An extended obituary with several tributes from family and friends is available on the website for Alex Espinosa Funeral Home (alexepinosafuneralhome.com). She always stayed active by walking every day. They had the opportunity to purchase the iconic Pizza House in 1978. He was the light in everyone's life, known for his great humor and jokes, his loving lighthearted spirit, and his selfless ways. George retired on October 6, 1986. Knowing he had to better himself, he obtained his GED and attended Cochise College to get his Associates Degree. He was promoted to E-2 and E-3 onboard the USS CREE (ATF-84). He fell in love and married the love of his life, Maria Eloisa Villa, and together they raised a family of three: Ruben, Sergio, and Milena. Lawrence Edward Prevett, known to his friends as Larry, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 in Bisbee, AZ. He will be loved, missed, and remembered by many. In lieu of flowers . Against the bosses wishes two miners dug their way to free me. Frank Martinez, Mario Martinez, Julian Martinez, Tyler Diaz, Luis Martinez, Donovan Martinez, Guillermo Robles. two sisters Lupe Guerrero (Atenedoro), Margaret Nogales, nephew, nieces. Ray was so very proud of everyone in his entire family. Governor Babbitt later appointed Ray as Assistant Deputy State Fire Marshal for the State of Arizona. She was known for her generosity, kindness, loyalty and hard work ethic. Upon returning home from the war, Ray helped establish the Douglas Veterans Club, a Hispanic veterans group with the mission to ensure equality for Hispanic citizens. I remember hearing pebbles starting to fall, then timber beginning to crack. Cruz was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters. Arrangements are by Espinosa Bisbee Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife Gloria Armida Barron. Ruben Edmundo Villa, 77, of Naco, Sonora, passed away on March 18, 2022, after a battle with cancer. He was stubborn as a mule. Audry talked alot about horses, how her hands were strong because of milking cows when she was younger and drinking coffee with her dad. My partner left to get us water, leaving me alone in the dark cave. She passed away on January 16th 2023, she left behind 3 beautiful children and lots of grandchildren. Share . We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and daughter on December 23, 2021. He was one of ten children. Frank is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, with one surviving sister Angie Jeli Casillas. Frank Pelfrey Liberty, SC It is with great sadness that the Pelfrey family regrets to inform you of the passing of Mr. Frank Leroy Pelfrey, eighty-nine years young of Liberty, SC. Cecilia also is survived by her sister-in-law, Juanita Ledesma-Sanchez and her brothers-in-law, Francisco Ledesma and Francisco Ortiz; four grandchildren Cecilia Romero (Oscar), Jacqueline, Octavio, and Jocelyn. Once when I was doing technical work, for Bisbee's community radio station, KBRP, I came across the program that Larry had, written to capture the information about the automated music that was currently, playing and send it to a website where listeners could view it. 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