Obituaries

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Bette (Elizabeth) Jane R. Hollman

Bette (Elizabeth) Jane R. Hollman

Sep 17, 2025

Elizabeth Jane Hollman, affectionately known as Bette, was born on March 5, 1933, in Dover, New Jersey. She departed this life peacefully on September 17, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and devotion to her family.

Bette pursued her passion, acquiring her education at an esteemed Interior Design School in Chicago. It was there that she...

Norman K. Peter Sproch

Norman K. Peter Sproch

Sep 17, 2025

Norman K. Peter Sproch was born October 19, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Bernard and Mary Kay Sproch. He died September 17, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Ernest A. Moreno

Ernest A. Moreno

Sep 9, 2025

Ernest A. Moreno or “Ernie" passed away after a brief illness. A native Tucsonan, he was one of nine children born to Loreto and Lydia Moreno. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Aurora; son, Mario; grandson, Michael; daughter-in-law, Kathryn (Martin); sisters, Lydia, Romelia, Emma, Raquel, Beatriz, Juanita, and brothers, Francisco and John. Surviving Ernie are his children, Martin (Elba),...

Robert Joseph Stewart

Robert Joseph Stewart

Sep 8, 2025

Robert “Bob” (Beto, Bojo) Joseph Stewart died at his home in Benson, Arizona of natural causes on September 8, 2025. He is survived by his three children and five grandchildren. He was born August 22, 1944 in Tucson, Arizona. His wife, Mary Ellen Stewart neé Critchley preceded him in death in May of 2022. 

Bob graduated from Salpointe Catholic School and...

Silas Jordan Zacchaeus Polin

Silas Jordan Zacchaeus Polin

Sep 5, 2025

Silas Jordan Zacchaeus Polin, born on May 2, 1986, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, left this world far too soon on September 5, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. His presence was a blend of joy, strength, and quiet dignity that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Silas embodied a spirit of playfulness and grace that was truly remarkable. He embraced life...

Nancy Adele Jones

Nancy Adele Jones

Sep 1, 2025

Nancy Adele Hooper Jones 85, passed away on September 1, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. Nancy was born on March 27, 1940 in Syracuse, New York, to Arthur George Hooper and Muriel Olive Ryder. She attended Solvay High School and grew up in Syracuse, N.Y., for most of her life. Later she worked in local department stores while raising her children....

Larry Vigansky

Larry Vigansky

Sep 1, 2025

Larry Vigansky was born October 18, 1941 in Mishawaka, Indiana to Reinhold Lester Vigansky and Ann Birczak. He died September 1, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Larry is survived by his sister, Sandy Briggs; his nephew, Steven Briggs and niece, RaeAnn Garrett. As well as a numerous amount great nephews and nieces.

Michael James Sager

Michael James Sager

Aug 31, 2025

Michael James Sager was born January 13, 1959 in Washington D.C. to Donald and Joanne Sager. He died August 31, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. Michael resided in Phoenix, Arizona.

Lucy T. Benitez

Lucy T. Benitez

Aug 31, 2025

Lucy T. Benitez, 88, was born on December 5, 1936, and passed away on August 31, 2025.

She was born and raised in Globe, Arizona to parents Isidro and Manuela Tellez. Lucy graduated from Globe High School.

On July 10, 1955, she married the love of her life, Henry Benitez. In 1959, they moved to Tucson, Arizona where they built their forever...

Bridgette V. Favors

Bridgette V. Favors

Aug 30, 2025

Bridgette V. Favors, born on January 28, 1964, peacefully departed this life on August 30, 2025. A dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse, Bridgette’s career was marked by her unwavering commitment to caring for others, a trait that mirrored her generous heart and nurturing spirit.

She will be fondly remembered for the positive energy that radiated from her, the witty humor that brought...

Jonathan James Tice

Jonathan James Tice

Aug 28, 2025

Jonathan James Tice was also known as James Christopher Ryan.

Mark Edward Martinez

Mark Edward Martinez

Aug 28, 2025

Mark Edward Martinez was born August 16, 1959 in Ventura, California to Eddie Martinez and Lee (Tucker) Martinez. He died August 28, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Mark was a proud member of the United States Army.

Gregory Wafer

Gregory Wafer

Aug 27, 2025

“Allow the light and the healing presence of Christ to shine brightly through your lives. In that way, all those who come in contact with you will discover the loving kindness of God.”

— St. Pope John Paul II

Gregory’s unwavering faith guided him through life’s many challenges, and his spirit of generosity, which he later displayed, touched everyone he met. He...

Carol Ann Kohn

Carol Ann Kohn

Aug 25, 2025

Carol Ann Kohn, a cherished presence in our lives, ascended to eternal rest on August 25, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on October 21, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York, Carol's life was marked by love, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to serving others.

After completing her education at G.W Wingate High School, Carol graduated from Stoneybrook College in Long Island, New...