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Josephine Darris Henry

Josephine Darris Henry

Oct 9, 2024

Josephine Darris Henry passed away at home with her family on October 9, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born September 17, 1935 in West Blocton, Alabama to Albert Darris and Corrine Farnetti Darris.

Josephine spent 44 years working for the UofA (University of Arizona).

She is now reunited in heaven with her loving husband of 62 years, Hap Henry.

She leaves behind...

Malcolm A. Lav

Malcolm A. Lav

Oct 7, 2024

Malcolm A. Lav, or lovingly known as Milton or Gogi, was born January 20, 1940 to Edward and Kaley (Bornstein) Lav in Newark, New Jersey. He died October 7, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona.

Malcolm spent most of his life in New Jersey, from Newark to Cranford where he married his high school sweetheart Barbara Dehmer and moved to Freehold after returning...

Alexis A. Rodriguez

Alexis A. Rodriguez

Sep 27, 2024

Alexis A. Rodriguez was born May 26, 1987 in Douglas, Arizona. He grew up and lived in Douglas for most of his life, graduating from Douglas High School. Alexis died September 27, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. He only lived in Tucson for a few years.

Alexis had various jobs throughout his life, including the food industry, landscaping, and maintenance. The job...

Gerald Edward Marchand

Gerald Edward Marchand

Sep 21, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Edward Marchand passed away in Tucson, Arizona on September 21, 2024. He was born January 25, 1944 in Metamora, Illinois to Gertrude and Cornelius Marchand.



He is survived by his three sons, whom he loved and was proud of their accomplishments, Brian (Susan), Bradley (Tammy) and Christopher (Elisa) Marchand and stepchildren, Carol Lemon (Phil Gaha) and Dale Lemon (Sandra)....

Sherianne Frazier

Sherianne Frazier

Sep 17, 2024

Sherianne Frazier, 64, died September 17, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born November 26, 1959 to Ronald Vern Frazier and Anne Martin in Los Angeles, California.

Sherianne worked as a Registered Nurse.

Arnold Arthur Adams, Sr.

Arnold Arthur Adams, Sr.

Sep 14, 2024

Arnold Adams, Sr. peacefully passed away on September 14, 2024 just shy of his 82nd birthday on October 8.

Arnold grew up on the island of North Haven, Maine and was the son of Barbara Achorn Adams and Forrest Clifford Adams. The second of four children, Arnold grew up with a love of basketball, baseball and having fun with his friends...

Kirsten M. Johnson

Kirsten M. Johnson

Sep 13, 2024

Tucson resident Kirsten Johnson died September 13, 2024 following a fall at her home. She was 33.

Kirsten was born December 13, 1990 in Springerville, Arizona, lived in Coos Bay, Oregon, graduated from Sahuaro High School in Tucson, and attended Pima Community College.

Her interests included cats and dogs, drama TV shows, clothing and shopping.

She was preceded in death by her mother,...

Lisa Ellen Dohrenwend Eaton

Lisa Ellen Dohrenwend Eaton

Sep 9, 2024

Lisa Ellen (Dohrenwend) Eaton passed too soon on September 9, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona at age 59. We will miss our dear “sissie”. 

She was born in Arlington Heights, Illinois. She had been a resident of Tucson, Arizona since ~2002. She was Courtesy Clerk at Safeway for over 20 years. She had lived at Pantano Crossings for over 20 years. 

Lisa was...

Marlin "Newt" Newton

Marlin "Newt" Newton

Sep 4, 2024

Marlin Newton, fondly known as Newt, died September 4, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. He was born December 22, 1937 in Leechburg, Pennsylvania to Charles and Jessie Newton. Newt grew up in Utica, Pennsylvania then attended and graduated high school in Franklin, Pennsylvania. While in high school Newt was in the Army Reserves. After graduation he joined the Air Force. Newt...

Mildred A. Hanisko

Mildred A. Hanisko

Sep 3, 2024

Mildred A. Hanisko, affectionately known as Midge, was born on February 27, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and passed away on September 4, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona, where she spent her final years. A devoted mother of seven, five of whom survive her, Mildred embraced her family with love and dedication, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by her...

Celia V. Betancourt

Celia V. Betancourt

Aug 27, 2024

Celia Betancourt, our beloved Mother, passed away on August 27, 2024. Her fight with dementia is over. Her life touched many and she leaves a legacy of kindness, love and faith.

She was born November 7, 1928 in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1948 she met our Father, Pete Betancourt. He was truly her knight in shining armor. They were married August 13,...

Carol Ann Wessels Bye Koeneman

Carol Ann Wessels Bye Koeneman

Aug 27, 2024

Carol Ann Wessels Bye Koeneman, age 80, passed away peacefully August 27, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born January 7, 1944 in Independence, Iowa to Verna (Peck) and William Wessels. She was raised in Independence surrounded by her brothers and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Growing up, Carol enjoyed playing the piano, singing, swimming, lifeguarding, and fishing with her...

Ernesto Martinez Bedoy

Ernesto Martinez Bedoy

Aug 26, 2024

Ernesto Martinez Bedoy, born January 10, 1950, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, at the age of 74, surrounded by family and friends. The youngest of fourteen siblings, Ernie was the cherished son of Ramon and Rita Bedoy.

A proud Marine, Ernie served with distinction as Sergeant E-5 in the United States Marine Corps. He served in the Republic of...

Juan "John" Icidro Barreras

Juan "John" Icidro Barreras

Aug 24, 2024

Juan “John” Icidro Barreras, 86, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on August 24, 2024, after a battle with cancer. His journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness, love, and faith. John was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico in 1938 to Juan Icidro Barreras, Sr. and Rafelita Barreras. After graduating from Tucumcari High...

N. Wayne Edmonds

N. Wayne Edmonds

Aug 20, 2024

N. Wayne Edmonds was born January 15, 1946 to Frank and Vera Edmonds in Waterbury, Connecticut. He died August 20, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Wayne grew up in Naugatuck, Connecticut and attended local public schools and graduated class of 1964 from Naugatuck High School. He moved to Arizona in 1966 where he attended the University of Arizona and played on...

Michael Ray Smith

Michael Ray Smith

Aug 14, 2024

Michael Ray Smith was born March 7, 1940 in Wichita, Kansas to Ray Elmer and Virginia Lee Smith. He died August 14, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Mike grew up in Kansas and moved to Bisbee, Arizona with his mother, where he graduated Bisbee High School in 1958. He served Honorably in the Army National Guard from 1957-1965. Mike traveled the...

Kenneth Leon Daugherty

Kenneth Leon Daugherty

Aug 11, 2024

Kenneth Leon Daugherty was born March 12, 1957 in Sullivan, Indiana to Stanley G. Daugherty and Ramona J. Pigg. He died August 11, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Kenneth worked as a Mechanical Technician. He is survived by his wife, Vicki M. Daugherty.

Deborah Linda Taylor

Deborah Linda Taylor

Aug 9, 2024

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Casey Kay Rice

Casey Kay Rice

Aug 5, 2024

Casey (Kay) Rice The end came quietly and in comfort. I held her hand and reminded her how special she is and how much I love her. Her long fight with dementia is done, my soulmate is gone. I was 22 and she was 29. Beautiful, intelligent, she thought I was too young. I worked hard to convince her my...

Alejandro Vidal Molina

Alejandro Vidal Molina

Aug 2, 2024

To all my family and friends, Alejandro Vidal Molina Celebration of Life will be held on August, 25, 2024 at Benson Community Center from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Alex proudly worked for Benson Police Department from November 19, 1982 - August 11, 2000, four of those years with the K-9 unit. Alex also worked at Tombstone School District from...

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