He served two overseas tours including Operation Desert Storm in 1990 to 1991 and Iraqi Freedom in 2003 to 2004. Jesus was a very loving and caring person. In 1983 he advanced to Assistant Mechanical Superintendent of the Ilo Area Mechanical Division in charge of Smelter and Industrial Railroad. Then proceeded to the United States Marines. She is survived by her three children, son Jesus S. Ledesma II (Patricia Mann), daughters, Maria Margarita Ledesma Lopez (Octavio Lopez), Cruz Patricia Ledesma de Lopez (Carlos Lopez). View Obituary . View Recent Obituaries for Tempe Mortuary. The words of his father were still strong on his mind and he knew he needed to continue his education. Another time, he came to my house and set up a computer firewall to help secure my, home computers from hackers. Ray was an avid reader of history and current events, and he loved sharing family roots. Ramon Ray M. Rabago Jr. was called home on January 14, 2022, with his daughter Diana by his side. Gilbert was a Big time mamas boy.He is survived by his mom Nancy Almanza . Governor Sam Goddard appointed Ray to the Governors Civil Defense Advisory Council in 1965. February 24, 2023 (75 years old) View obituary. In 1975 Michael moved to Morenci, AZ where he met the love of his life Olga Valle. who adored his family. Cemetery1413-1599 5th St, Douglas, AZ 85607, Viewing: Thursday, November 10, 2022 Carmen Andrade, she passed away peacefully surrounded by all her children, and family. Funeral Services will be at St. Patrick Church 100 Quality Hill Rd, Bisbee, AZ 85603 with the rosary at 9:00 a.m. and the Mass right after at 9:30 a.m. on July 29th, 2022. She worked at the Cochise County Hospital for over 33 years. Gerald was known as a Jack of all Trades. After he graduated he began his career as a laborer with M and M Enterprise then a miners helper for Phelps Dodge at the Campbell Shaft mine in Bisbee. She was a generous grandmother to her grandchildren, William, Hannah (Andrew) Sheppard, Chloe, Colton, Nathan, Jacque Rose (Loren) Watson, Clari (Zac) Jensen, and Jake and her great grandchildren Emma, Jase, Lena and Whelan. It is with deep sadness that our beloved son, Johnnie Irey, passed away at Banner University Hospital in Tucson, Az on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Visitation at 10 AM Thursday, August 18 our Lady of Sorrow in Tucson. And boy was he! Find the obituary of Robert Lee McCall (1972 - 2023) from Travelers Rest, SC. Larry was a lot like John the Baptist. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben T. Lopez, and her son, Manuel D. Rosado. George was a 45 year member of the Serb National Federation and a delegate to the 1977 national convention representing three Western States. Audrys greatest joy was her grandchildren (always asking if they needed jackets, socks, boots and blankets to keep them warm). For example, I had come home on leave from the Army, sometime in 1971. Para de all partir al cementerio municipal. Learn More Harvey Hawkins Jr. February 23, 2023 Visit Obituary Anthis B. Bruce February 22, 2023 Visit Obituary John is survived by his mother, Irma Romero; his father Juan Manuel Reyes; sisters Mabel Laprada (Danielle Hanney), Valerie Feller (Patrick Feller), grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and many family and friends. He was one of ten children. The Viewing will begin at 9:30 a.m., the Rosary at 10:00 am., followed by the Mass at 10:30 a.m. A celebration of life will take at the American Legion in Bisbee from noon to 4 p.m. He was always happy and smiling. . Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. 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. He was a US Army Korean war veteran who served from July 2, 1952 to July 2, 1955. Rene is survived by his wife, Cecilia Gonzales, Sons (Steven, Danny,Alex and Omar) and Daughters (Heather, Vicki) Gonzales to include 4 grandchildren. Frank E Carabeo at the age of 89, passed away into eternal rest on Saturday November 12, 2022, at his home in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife Maria Eloisa Villa; children Ruben (Amy) Villa and Milena Villa (Eddie Miranda); brothers Ramon (Carmen) Villa, Ral (Blanca) Villa, Ren Villa, Rogelio Villa; sisters Dora Lina (Albert) Acua, Mara Alicia Villa; 14 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Juana M. Hurtado (95) passed away in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loved ones on March 16, 2022. He was kind hearted and gentle. Hear your loved one's obituary. Nine grandchildren, Celina, Armando, Braulio, Alfonzo, Saul, Karla, Terry, Anacelia, and Jose. The two married in 1982. 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. He loved His people as well. When he turned 18, he went to work for Phelps Dodge Corporation as a miner for better wages. Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Calvary As a toddler, she moved with her family to the U.S. and was raised in the small town of Paul Spur, just outside of Douglas. He then went to work with our Lord became an Ordained Minister for over twenty years. She was raised in Naco and graduated from Bisbee high school. She worked at Kress, a variety store, Head Start, and Phelps Dodge Laboratory. Peter taught at Naco School District from 1983 until 1990. John is a true example of living life to the fullest and enjoying each moment no matter where or with whom. He was an Amazing Son, Brother, Grandson, friend. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 928 C Ave, Douglas, AZ 85607, with a Rosary at 10:15 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. A military burial will immediately follow at Calvary Cemetery 1413-1599 5th St, Douglas, AZ 85607. Rivera. During his years as a firefighter in Douglas, Ray was a certified arson investigator and he also served as the Chief Safety Officer for all of the departments of the City of Douglas since 1969. She was proceeded in death by her son Mike Elzy and mother Josefa Moreno. The two grew closer than ever before, as only two people in love can. He loved spending time with his family. Watch our Video History & Staff John Edward Reyes, 26 of Phoenix Arizona was called home to be with Our Lord and Savior on December 9th, 2021. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and limitations, only family and invited guests may attend the church services. He was the light in everyone's life, known for his great humor and jokes, his loving lighthearted spirit, and his selfless ways. Throughout the years, Ruben could be anywhere in the world and would bump into a long-time friend or would spend time making a new one. Everyone who knew Marta, knows that she was the life of the party. Juana had a heart of gold and a great sense of humor. They lived in Morenci where they raised 5 Children, Michael, Christopher, Michelle, Albert and Jennifer. On Thursday, January 20 viewing will be held from 2 7 p.m. Rosary 7:00 P.M. at Alex Espinosa Funeral Home 1094 Hwy 92, Bisbee, Arizona. He was a quality six stringer. Peter is survived by his children Julio (Kebrina) Metzler and Dianna (Stephen) Bradshaw; and his five grandchildren Savannah, Brianna, Gabriel, Scarlett, and Stella; his brothers Philip, Aaron and Paul (Karla); sister Kathy, and his cousin Gloria. He also served on numerous other committees until his departure for Peru. Marta worked in the medical support field, most recently at the Sierra Vista VA clinic where she took great pride in serving veterans. It didnt take long for them to fall in love and it was a love that has lasted for 48 years. two sisters Lupe Guerrero (Atenedoro), Margaret Nogales, nephew, nieces. He Maria Sofia Mora passed away quietly on June 6, 2022. She was born in Bisbee, AZ on June 17, 1924. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at St. Patrick Catholic Church 100 Quality Hill, Bisbee, Arizona, 85603. Frank graduated in 1952 from Bisbee High School, then volunteered and joined the US Army. I laid there for 8 hours in what felt like a tomb of certain death. Aside from being a Homemaker, she worked many years in what was then, El Zarape Restaurant, on Main St. She had many customers who would ask for her, personally, to cook their meals. Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trailin Sierra Vista. Also, due to COVID-19 rules and restrictions, it will not be possible to have a reception to honor Mom at this time. I studied the commands, and structure of his program until I could understand what he'd done and was blown. Surviving siblings, are Robert Salaiz (Mary Salaiz) and Oscar Salaiz (Carmen Salaiz). They were married on July 29, 1972. A life well lived. Ray attended Douglas High School, where he graduated with honors in 1944. Services will be held at St. Patricks Catholic Church on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. children Elodia Barron, Oscar Barron Jr., Susana Salomon (Francisco Salomon). Ray is survived by his children Alvina (Paul) Pawlik, Diana Rabago Payne, Anthony (Anna) Rabago, Ernest (Teresa) Rabago, Robert (Mary) Rabago, and Vince Rabago. He is survived by his wife, Debra Wright, and sister, Linda Prevett Gross (Bob). Rhonda is survived by her husband of 45 years and high school sweetheart Joe Mauzy. Unless you had clear, overwhelming, justifiable evidence contrary to his opinion, he was not about to change his mind. The burial will be held at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery on Fort Huachuca on March 1. His siblings, Kim Stom, and Michelle (Richard) Arvayo, Trever Carson. Immigration Services Sponsorship Program from 1982 to 2003- Rene devoted his spare time in sponsoring Latino families in filling out immigration documents for their children to obtain education and attend school in Douglas Az. With great sadness we announce the loss of our beloved mother. John was born in Hollister California, but spent his life in. Lawrence Edward Prevett, known to his friends as Larry, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 in Bisbee, AZ. With no car he had to find rides or walk to get to work. My life read like a story book from my first breath, to my last. Welcome to The Palmetto Mortuary. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and limitations, only family and invited guests may attend the church services. November 23, 1944 - March 18, 2022. He just loved and lived life to the fullest. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Legion of Mary, Spanish Choir, Bazaars and all fund-raising events. Elsa was a very caring soul, very talented; always loved to make arts and craft projects she would love to make piatas for her grandchildren; jewelry you think of it and she would be more than happy to make it! Following the Reid Park 100 Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716, Funeral services Saturday, January 28,2032 at 11:00 am Iglesia Ministerios Amistad. In lieu of flowers, a donation in her memory to the Food Bank of Douglas or a food bank of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Posted online on August 09, 2022. He felt his experience and education was preparing him for and even bigger challenge, running for Justice of the Peace. She helped raised most of her grandchildren, and loved everyone in her family unconditionally. He also served in the military for over 35 years. Final resting place will be Calvary Cemetery 1413-1599 5th St. 85607. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Daves honor to The National Kidney Foundation of Arizona. She would donate her plants to the church yearly that she had planted. He was member of 8th & 40thArmor Unit and the 2222nd Transportation Company for which he was a mechanic technician and platoon sergeant, for the third platoon of Douglas, Arizona. She will forever be missed and never forgotten. Her brother Harold (Dorothy) Clough, sister Ana Mae (Dean) Saner. Due of COVID 19 funeral services to be held at a later date. Peter passed away on February 13, 2022 after battling complications from COVID 19 at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. He was like a kid going to the county fair for the first time. All who meet her fell in love with her and quickly called her their "Nana Juana". She was previously married to Zan LeMon. The Pick was cast/made as an ongoing trophy for the annual meeting of the Pumas and Bulldogs. Rea (Angela) and Lydia C. Leatherman. Retirement gave him more time to engage in his biggest interest, writing. Anastacio graduated from Bisbee High School in 1967. He was a Linux specialist and spent a good bit of time evangelizing that platform and its value. Marta was born in Douglas, AZ on February 19, 1978. But was awestricken that his life seemed to make a full circle. In 1969 he returned to Bisbee as a Technical Sales Representative to contact foreign base mining operations for sale of off road tires for the William R. Ryan Company Bisbee. also had many godchildren. Velatorio Municipal Naco Sonora - 5:00pm David C Morales was granted his angel wings on Saturday January 23, 2021 at the age of 82, while surrounded by his family. She is also survived by her sister in law Paula (Ray) Shelton and her nephew and niece Ronnie (Jennifer) Shelton and Stephanie (Lloyd) Wilton and her great nieces and nephews, Hunter, Alice, Zoe, and Calvin. 12/02/1994 - 01/12/23 He leaves many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephew who will miss their Tata Pancho and or Tio Pancho. Ray remained active supporting veterans issues his entire life, including helping military widows receive benefits. Burial tomorrow at 9:00 Calvary Cemetery in Veterans Plot. In 1952, Ray became the first Mexican-American firefighter for the Douglas Fire Department where he served 34 years, first as an Engineer, then as Captain, and retired as the Assistant Fire Chief in 1986. He entered the Navy at the paygrade of E1. He worked at the smelter for 20 years until it closed in 1984. 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). He had many interesting careers and never missed one day of work in the process. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007. 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. Mom was surrounded by her loving family and her special care giver Guadalupe. The first to be stationed in Seasbo Japan and did three tours in the Korean War. He was promoted to E-2 and E-3 onboard the USS CREE (ATF-84). He will be loved, missed, and remembered by many. Services will be held Thursday January 20th, 2:00-8:00 P.M. at Alex Espinosa Funeral Home 1094 Hwy 92 Bisbee, Az. On behalf of the familys wishes there will be no live streaming or video recordings allowed during the services. Frank was born on July 2, 1933 to Faustino Carabeo and Agueda Encinas Carabeo, in Dos Cabezas AZ. In addition, our thanks to the Cochise County Public Fiduciarys Office for their many years of assisting Cruz with his affairs. Against the bosses wishes two miners dug their way to free me. Ray was born on August 27, 1926, in Douglas, Arizona to Ramon M. Rabago Sr. and Maria Asuncin Novoa. Mom was an exceptional mother and wife and dedicated her entire life to raising her family. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his son Joseph Garcia, his brothers Richard, Ruben, Mario Rene, Albert Garcia, and his sisters Mary Ida Silvia, and Anita Grijalva. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. 928 C Ave, Douglas AZ. of our father Moises Gabriel Rea. He would leave a loving impression on anyone he met. He was the husband to Dave was full of energy and still had the ambition to continue striving for the stars. He always wore a smile regardless of what he was going through. However, with the encouragement of his friends and family he ran. Home study of various facets of Mechanical Engineering related employment. Cruz also worked at Phelps Dodge Mercantile in his younger days. Please make contributions to : Cochise College Foundation Attention Bugen Family Fund, Sierra Vista Campus, Sierra Vista Az 85635-2317. Dave was a teenager by this time and attended Bisbee High School. Funeral mass Friday April 22, 2022 at 10:00 am St Patrick Church. Upon returning he gave a try in Douglas with the Police department for some years. Elsa Carillo was 55years old, her birthday was on May 1st 1967. He impacted many peoples lives in amazing ways. Services 3/4/2023 11AM SEE BELOW: Walter Opolski passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 22 in the care of Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. Anastacio was the second of four children. His sister Carmen is resting with him, brothers Sergio and Michael. As a dietary aid, she found her job very fulfilling and rewarding. 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. He was a present and constant figure in lives of his family and for many years would call them daily to ask about their days with genuine interest. She was a dedicated stay at home mom who not only raised her three children but also cared for her many nieces and nephews. Christina Inger Doyle, 77, of Chandler, passed away on 1/7/23 after a battle with Alzheimer's Disease. This lead to the return to Peru as Assistant Master Mechanic, Mill site Mechanical and Fabrication Division, Toquepala. Upon separating from the Navy, Rene returned to Douglas where he was active in the community that he loved. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Connie S. Whelan. Through the years, Michael and Olga were blessed with 13 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter. He won! Rhonda retired from Arizona public service where she loved her fellow workers and her customers in both Douglas and Bisbee. SC 29690). She then went on to volunteer for her church, Grace United Methodist Church, and the Food Bank of Douglas. She was the youngest of seven siblings and was also preceded in death by her sisters Celia S. Salaiz and Alicia Ortiz , brothers Raul, Armando, Gilberto, and Alfredo Suarez. In addition, he received the Best Teacher award in 2003. "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. George returned to Phelps Dodge on the labor crew, drilling and blasting, service lubrication truck until a journeyman machinist vacancy became available. Sons George Jr., Timothy, Dominic, and daughter Jovani. View upcoming funeral services, obituaries, and funeral flowers for The Palmetto Mortuary in Greenville, SC, US. Make your own breaks, through education. With more than a century of service, we uphold a long legacy of professional and personalized care. He moved to Bisbee shortly after and married his former wife, Martha Palomino. Jesus was kind and treated everyone like family. Ruben retired in 2001 as a Branch Bank Manager after 40 years of service. She will be missed by many, God bless, and may she Rest In Peace. he was the son to Filomena Robles and Antonio Barron. Frank is survived by his wife Maria Teofila Romero Carabeo, of 66 years marriage. Details of which are forthcoming. Connie was born in Keokuk, Iowa, on Jan 25th 1946. Rosary at 10:30 am mass at 11:00 am Interment at Douglas Cemetery after 10:00 am mass on Friday at St. Lukes Church 1211 E15th Street. She lived in Douglas, Tucson, St. David. During the second week into his job, Dave was involved in one of Bisbees largest mining cave-ins that almost ended his life. The Honorable David C Morales served as Justice of the Peace for Precinct #1 in Bisbee, Arizona for 16 years. He will be dearly missed by his family, his friends, and the entire community. He always encouraged the children to do their best and to strive for greatness. Also surviving Ray is his younger brother Richard Rabago, and Rays legacy of 20 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Audry moved to Bisbee, AZ in 1979. She is preceded in death by her parents Harold and Clydean Clough, her in-laws Paul and Evyline Whelan, and sister Jean Barry. Servicio Religioso - 2:00pm-3:00pm Gloria Armida Barron. Published in The Greenville News . Gerald Hector Garcia was born April 1, 1939, to Leon and Guadalupe Garcia in Bisbee, Arizona. She had just celebrated her 98th birthday, and lived in Bisbee most of her life. He retired from the bench in 2014. She was very proud of her three sons and their families including her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Obituaries. bicycle riding and dancing. A son who is so deeply loved by his mother and best friend, and a baby brother spoiled with love by his two sisters. Our caring team has continually served friends and neighbors from Nederland to Boulder, Lyons to Frederick, Berthoud to Superior since 1898. Dave and Barbara soon realized raising five sons was expensive and knew they had to seek other means of income. Everyone knew who Dave Morales was and they loved him. Find the obituary of Bryce Huffman (1998 - 2023) from Greer, SC. He was born on September 10, 1966. Dave moved to California to work for Smith Tool Company for a few years, but soon returned to Bisbee to raise his two young sons. He is deeply mourned and missed as a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Always helping and providing for the less fortunate. 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. Being with Larry was always an adventure and an education. Connie was a loving wife of 55 years and mother of 3 beautiful daughters, Jacquelyne (Ronny) Salmon, Heather (Luke) Fitzgerald, Heidi (Artie) Rivas. The Valle Family would like to extend special thanks to Father Joseph Saba, Deacon Tony Underwood and the Clergy of St. Patrick Church for services at the church. Cruz retired from the US Postal Service as a Custodian after approximately 40 years in Bisbee. Barbara recalls it was his kindness that she noticed first and as time went on, it was his loving nature. 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. As a single mother she supported herself by becoming a cosmetologist. Knowing he had to better himself, he obtained his GED and attended Cochise College to get his Associates Degree. Lila Jean Marchant quietly passed away at the age of 89 from Alzheimer's on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. . In 2006, Ray was honored as the Grand Marshal of the Douglas Veterans Day Parade. My partner left to get us water, leaving me alone in the dark cave. She participated in her sons' sports and scout activities. She was also Dads caretaker in his later years. The youngest of eight, he is also survived by his two brothers Frank Martinez, Mario Martinez, and his four sisters Lupita Christoffersen, Stella Martinez, Celena Martinez, and Annie Iniguez. George had an intense desire to help the working class adults of the Bisbee area and became a major benefactor to Cochise College to further this desire. He is survived by his loving parents, John and Josie Irey, and four children, Alek, Portia, Romeo and Max. Rosary to be held February 7 at 6:00 pm at Espinosa Funeral Home located at, Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at. Rene was a very committed High School Teacher; he was. He spoke fluent English and Spanish, and learned German while overseas. Because of his philanthropic endeavors George was selected to serve as Honorary Board Member for ongoing support of Cochise College students thru the Cochise College Foundation in September 2015. She was a civil servant employed by the Department of the Army. I tried to get out as fast as I could, but a heavy beam fell on my legs trapping me. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, December 31st 2022 at 3 . Memorials can be made to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, P.O. He was also proceeded in death by his parents, Matias R. Rojas and Concepcion Vasquez and his daughter Stella Willett. But he dreamed of bigger things. just the life of the party! As a result of this Agent Orange exposure, he was awarded 100% disability from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Cruz was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters. with the Funeral mass immediately following. On February 11, 2022, a Rosary will be held at 10 a.m. and a funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church located at 100 Quality Hill Road in Bisbee. No words can express how much we will miss him! He always saw the good. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 426, and of the American Legion in Douglas, Arizona, where he served as the Post Commander of the Fred Hilburn Post 11 in 1964-1965. In his retirement he became a silver jewelry maker and continued his love of working on cars and his life-long adoration for the WWE and any other professional wrestling federations that came and went over the years. He was a driver for the Chemical Transportation, Inc. (CTI) and held a CDL, Class A combo with Doubles/Triple/Hazmat endorsement. She then went on to live with her daughter, Angelina Godina, in California for many years. A very special breed of man. Anastacio was also assigned to guard duty in Operation Jumpstart before retiring from the National Guard in July of 2008 as Sergeant First Class. She was born on April 01, 1929, in Colonia Morelos, Sonora MX. Shortly after her birth, her mother moved the family to Naco, Sonora, Mexico where she and her four sisters grew up. He entered the U.S. Navy on Valentines Day 1949 and was sent to Boot Camp and to a Navy School, Machinery Repairman at NTC San Diego. He held his students accountable and made sure each and every single student was successful in his or her professional and personal life. Uncle and Aunt Frank and Becky Guerrero, he had many other Aunts and Uncles that live out of state and many nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends! Funeral Services will be at St. Patrick Church 100 Quality Hill Rd, Bisbee, AZ 85603 with the rosary at 9:00 a.m. and the Mass right after at 9:30 a.m. on July 29th, 2022. In his area of the world he could tell you, not only common names, but the scientific classification as well. 1094 AZ-92, Bisbee AZ 85603 Service: Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown Saturday, March 4, 2023, 1:30 pm. Dave was happy with life and even started writing a book. Finally, Rene retired from Douglas Unified School District at the end of the school year in 2000. But dont try to sell him something that you cant backup with The Book. He was born in Douglas, AZ on February 16, 1932, to Matias R. Rojas and Concepcion Vasquez, both of Douglas. Her brother and three sisters were born within three years of each other, then six years later came Chi. In 1979 he was transferred to Ilo, Peru as Smelter Master Mechanic. She stayed active and enjoyed walking, Soco was a loving and caring wife and mother. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara Morales; his sister Rosemary (Edmundo) Hirales of Bisbee, his brother Bill (Veronica) Morales of Cerritos, California; sister-in-law Belia Morales of Goodyear; sons Frank (Bertha) Morales of Tucson, Michael Steve (Bing) Morales of Douglas, Render (Stephanie) Gregory and Richard (Julie) Morales of Bisbee; brother-in-law Gary (Susan) Plummer of Cave Creek. She returned to Arizona to live the remainder of her life in Tucson, Arizona. George traveled to most of the countries in South America, Japan and Yugoslavia. Carol Ellen Lowery. George graduated from Douglas High school. 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