Ramona A. Picone

Ramona “Moonie” Picone passed away on March 23, 2025, after 87 years of a life filled with love and family surrounding her. Moonie was a loving sister, a devoted mother, a dedicated grandmother, and an affectionate great grandmother that was always there for her family no matter the barriers.

Her smile would light a up a room, her laugh will never be forgotten, and she would see the kindness in everyone that she met. She will be missed greatly and will always be loved.

Moonie was born on August 11, 1937, to Jose and Mary Arvayo and was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pete Picone; her sister, Julia Quinonez, and brother, Pepe Arvayo.

Moonie is survived by her sister, Linda Rodriguez; her children, Cindy (Scott) Vandall, Pete (Janet) Picone, Judy (Tony) Picone-Garcia, Annette (Marvel) Picone-Martin, Sandra (“Carlos”) Garcia, and Lisa Picone; her 14 grand children and 34 great grandchildren; and all her nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Visitation, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM, April 4, 2025, Sensible Funerals & Cremation, 109 W. Grant Road, Tucson, Arizona 85705.

Rosary and Mass, 12:00 PM, April 4, 2025, St. Rita in the Desert Catholic Church, 13260 E. Colossal Cave Road, Vail, Arizona 85641.