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. She was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. The business thrived for 15 years. She was a good caring Mother and a wonderful loving Sister, Tia, Nana, and friend. we are sadden to announce her passing on 01-12-2022. Ms. Including several grandchildren. In later years she loved phone visits and always kept family connected. was preceded in death by his wife Carlota He became a father at the tender age of 17 and deemed the obligation to start earning an income for his young family. He graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, California in 1968. The burial will be held at 2 p.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at 1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trail in Sierra Vista. As a dietary aid, she found her job very fulfilling and rewarding. Peter passed away on February 13, 2022 after battling complications from COVID 19 at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. Larry had a heart as big as all outdoors, which is where he lived. 12/02/1994 - 01/12/23 Rene was a very committed High School Teacher; he was. Nineteen great grandchildren, Jorden, Alec, Jesus, Baylie, Victor, Taylor, Steve, Chase, Mauro, Victoria, Demetrio, Emelia, Sebastian, Kayleen, Susana, Robert, Alannis, Alinna and Arabella. He was the most loving and big-hearted man. He questioned anything that didnt hold up to heavy scrutiny. She took upon herself to study the constitution and become an American Citizen which she was very proud of. A Rosary and Mass will be held at St. Patricks Catholic Church,l00 Quality Hill Road in Bisbee AZ in Bisbee at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022, with graveside services at Evergreen Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Saturday March, 5th 1:00-3:00 pm at Espinosa Funeral Home Chapel 1094 AZ-92 Bisbee, AZ to provide friends and family an opportunity to say goodbye. Her fun free spirit and kind heart will be forever missed. No words can express how much we will miss him! She was a member of the Saint Michaels and Saint Patricks Church in Naco and Bisbee, Arizona. Dave was born on March 8, 1938 in Jerome, Arizona to Miguel Morales and Martha Contreras Morales. Find the obituary of Robert Lee McCall (1972 - 2023) from Travelers Rest, SC. See you in the woods. Her brother Harold (Dorothy) Clough, sister Ana Mae (Dean) Saner. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Gregory (Mario), two grandchildren, Jennifer Gregory and Steve Gregory (Annie), and five great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Kenzey, Kayden, Kennedy, and Dylan. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. George represents Puma Pride at its best. Cruz Silva Mungarro (94) went peacefully home on January 7, 2022 to join his loved ones in Heaven. She would donate her plants to the church yearly that she had planted. Not Debra! During his years as a Police Officer, he met the woman who would change his life forever, Barbara Plummer Gregory. Audry talked alot about horses, how her hands were strong because of milking cows when she was younger and drinking coffee with her dad. Frank was one of 9 children. In 1979 he was transferred to Ilo, Peru as Smelter Master Mechanic. Forty-eight years of marriage and still you can love someone even more that yesterday. George graduated from Douglas High school. His surviving siblings are Dionisia, Concha, Rosario, and Jenni. She was born on April 01, 1929, in Colonia Morelos, Sonora MX. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Copper Queen Library and/or to Bisbee's local radio station, KBRP. She was raised in Naco and graduated from Bisbee high school. Just before Dave started his senior year of high school, he had to put his education on hold. Initially, Ray worked in construction and later owned his own plumbing business. Died: Wednesday, February 22, 2023. However, Mass will be livestreamed on Facebook https: and recorded and uploaded for later viewing on YouTube at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPatrickBisbee. Frank was a dedicated hard worker who provided for his family, as a master machinist for several years, to later retiring from Phelps Dodge. In addition, he received the Best Teacher award in 2003. Maria Sofia Mora passed away quietly on June 6, 2022. also had many godchildren. He enjoyed the peace and strength it provided him in his struggle. 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. Memorials can be made to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, P.O. Howze Mortuary 6714 State Park Rd, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 Tue Sep 27 Funeral service Authorize the original obituary Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. John Edward Reyes, 26 of Phoenix Arizona was called home to be with Our Lord and Savior on December 9th, 2021. Just an overall comedian. Douglas AZ. He attended Bisbee High School and graduated in the class of 1947. I was graced to see the light in anothers eyes and gave my time to better other lives. Tucson and Phoenix Arizona. He was stubborn as a mule. Jesus was a very loving and caring person. In 1956 he was recruited as a Machinist Instructor in a new mine in Peru (Southern Peru Copper). Make your own breaks, through education. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The Pick was cast/made as an ongoing trophy for the annual meeting of the Pumas and Bulldogs. Frank was born on July 2, 1933 to Faustino Carabeo and Agueda Encinas Carabeo, in Dos Cabezas AZ. Cruz was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters. He entered the United States Air Force July 30, 1969 and served until July 29, 1973 during the Vietnam era. He is also survived by 12 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A Potluck reception will then be celebrated at the Gay 90s bar in Naco, AZ following the mass. They had the opportunity to purchase the iconic Pizza House in 1978. During his final months Ricky was attended by his Aunt Irma Calderon in her home in Bisbee, along with his cousin Christina, her husband John Roberts, and best friend Josh Krebs. He always wore a smile regardless of what he was going through. Ray loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting. Later on in life he became a chef and one of the best! Mass: Thursday, November 10, 2022 Viewing and rosary for our beloved mother Cecilia will be held at. The words he wrote down now complete the story of his life. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at St. Patrick Catholic Church 100 Quality Hill, Bisbee, Arizona, 85603. George Christopher Bugen was born to Chris and Mamie Bugen at their residence above the Bugen Grocery, 206 Naco Road (Slag Dump) March 1, 1928 in Bisbee Arizona. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at St. Patrick Catholic Church 100 Quality Hill, Bisbee, Arizona, 85603. Cecilia was born and raised in Naco Sonora, Mexico on the 22nd of November 1933 to the late Eutimio and Maria (Ruiz) Suarez. She returned to Arizona to live the remainder of her life in Tucson, Arizona. He was now at home spending more time with Barbara. He was predeceased by his mother, father. 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. Also surviving Ray is his younger brother Richard Rabago, and Rays legacy of 20 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. He served two overseas tours including Operation Desert Storm in 1990 to 1991 and Iraqi Freedom in 2003 to 2004. She was a member of Dunwoody Baptist Church and was a. Cristy is preceded in death by her beloved daughter, M. Lizette Verdugo. Barbara recalls it was his kindness that she noticed first and as time went on, it was his loving nature. Manuel was preceded in death by his wife Andrea Cruz Tapia and their sons Sergio and Manuel Jr. Manuel is survived by his son Marcos Antonio Tapia, daughters Nora Matty (Fernando), Selina Munoz (David) and Grandchildren Zumiko, Oyuki, Sasha, Matty, David, Sean Munoz, Shane and Nicole Tapia. . Ray attended Douglas High School, where he graduated with honors in 1944. A Rosary and Mass will be held at St. Patricks Catholic Church. That was one of Larrys adventures. Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. She was proceeded in death by her son Mike Elzy and mother Josefa Moreno. Charlene Joy Schubert. Arrangements are by Espinosa Bisbee Funeral Home. Whether you would like to learn more about planning a funeral or grief support, or you're just looking for general information on funeral arrangements, please feel free to look around. 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. Dave found it fun to share his stories with the tourists. Then proceeded to the United States Marines. of our father Moises Gabriel Rea. Gerald Hector Garcia was born April 1, 1939, to Leon and Guadalupe Garcia in Bisbee, Arizona. He Loved to make everyone laugh. He settled in Talihina, Oklahoma for many years where he made many long lasting friends. Find contact information, view maps, and more. He was a member of St. Patricks Catholic Church and St. Michaels mission. Against the bosses wishes two miners dug their way to free me. She worked at the Cochise County Hospital for over 33 years. Cruz retired from the US Postal Service as a Custodian after approximately 40 years in Bisbee. Gilberto also had numerous grandchildren. He moved back to Bisbee in 2019 to be close to his daughter and grandchildren. Connie was born in Keokuk, Iowa, on Jan 25th 1946. Frank is survived by his wife Maria Teofila Romero Carabeo, of 66 years marriage. Rene Victor Gonzalez passed away on 02 October 2020 in Tucson, Arizona. She was a homemaker, great cook, and enjoyed being with friends and family. After his wife passed away and his children were grown, he moved back to his hometown of Douglas where he spent the rest of his life. 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. marriage together. He was an Amazing Son, Brother, Grandson, friend. We will greatly miss her. He was promoted to E-2 and E-3 onboard the USS CREE (ATF-84). She was the youngest of five children born to the couple. Search Travelers Rest obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. She grew up in a small farming community in northeast Missouri. 5 de Noviembre del 2022 Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Survivors include: cousins, David, Diane and George Milutinovich of Fresno California, cousins Evonne Dabkovich of Camarillo California, John Vukotich of San Diego California and numerous other relatives throughout California, Texas and Yugoslavia. On January 24, 2022, Matias Francisco Vasquez Rojas, Douglas Native Son, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Haven Health of Sierra Vista. Born in Nacozari Sonora Mexico. Who Receive obituaries Robert Lee McCall February 6, 2023 (50 years old) View obituary Betty Jo Merrill February 7, 2023 View obituary Charlene Joy Schubert For Dave it was a blessing and from the beginning felt all the boys were his sons and raised them as his own. He is survived by his wife, Debra Wright, and sister, Linda Prevett Gross (Bob). He will be utterly missed by those who were blessed to be part of his life. I laughed, I cried and best of all, I loved. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery, Michael V. Rivera, 62. In 1983 he advanced to Assistant Mechanical Superintendent of the Ilo Area Mechanical Division in charge of Smelter and Industrial Railroad. Nine grandchildren, Celina, Armando, Braulio, Alfonzo, Saul, Karla, Terry, Anacelia, and Jose. When you walked into the Pizza House Dave welcomed you with a big smile and a warm hello. She was born in Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico on October 3, 1929 to Regino Chavarria and Emilia Lopez Chavarria. He was a driver for the Chemical Transportation, Inc. (CTI) and held a CDL, Class A combo with Doubles/Triple/Hazmat endorsement. Matias was a member of the Silent Generation and held his life to those standards of keeping his head down and working hard. On behalf of the familys wishes there will be no live streaming or video recordings allowed during the services. She retired after a 30plus year career. Details of which are forthcoming. Ricky was known across the area as a fun loving, engaging personality, that loved to laugh, and be in the company of friends and family. A private memorial service for close family and friends will be held at the Espinosa Funeral Home, A public memorial service will be held in Naco, Sonora. bicycle riding and dancing. He owned his own freight business, he worked for the Phelps Dodge Corporation as a dump-truck driver at the Lavender pit in Bisbee, until he worked his way down as a driller in the Bisbee copper mines at the Dallas Shaft. 403 Clark St Cherryvale, KS 67335 Tel: 1-620-336-2761 VISIT WEBSITE Potts Funeral Chapel Caney 107 N. State Caney, KS 67333 Tel: 1-620-879-5601 VISIT WEBSITE OUR LOCATION HOURS Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pm Saturday & Sunday by Appointment Potts Funeral Chapel - Independence 122 S Penn Ave Independence, KS 67301 1-620-331-5600 Directions Sons George Jr., Timothy, Dominic, and daughter Jovani. This past weekend my cousin, Larry Prevett, went to see Jesus. Mom was an exceptional mother and wife and dedicated her entire life to raising her family. She always found time for anyone who came to her in time of need. 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. During the second week into his job, Dave was involved in one of Bisbees largest mining cave-ins that almost ended his life. Peter and Martha had two children, Julio and Dianna Metzler. Douglas AZ Ricky left Circle K for a few years, only to take care of his mother Delia Escalante in Phoenix. Anastacio was the second of four children. He was the husband to brother and sister Adelina Yates, Filimon Dozal, He was also proceeded in death by his parents, Matias R. Rojas and Concepcion Vasquez and his daughter Stella Willett. Juana had a heart of gold and a great sense of humor. She always attributed her good health to maintaining an exercise regimen. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007. If you have any questions, we're available by phone, by email or in person. He started work as a Surveillance Officer with Cochise County Adult Probation during the day and drove to Tucson to attend Park College at night. She loved her children very much they were all very close. He was proceeded in death by his siblings Gregorio, Juan, Jose, Gilberto, Baby Jesus, and Baby Rita. Michael worked for Phelps Dodge for 30 years, he worked for the company until 2008, when Michael was diagnosed with COPD, and he continued to fight the disease until his passing. 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! 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. George was a man that lived his life in dignity, decency and grace, always wanting to help others. Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 12:00 PM-5:30 PM. Geralds rosary mass will be held at 9 am August, 17th at St. Patricks Catholic Church 100 Quality Hill Rd, Bisbee, AZ 85603 with the Funeral mass immediately following. SIERRA VISTA- It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Cecilia S. Ledesma, 89. Rene served in Douglas Police Department as a Reserve Police Officer for 7 years. Larry was much loved by his family and many friends in Bisbee, Sierra Vista, and Douglas. We invite you to discover who has made The Wood Mortuary the ultimate provider of creating healing experiences in the community. He was the cherished and beloved husband of She was a dedicated stay at home mom who not only raised her three children but also cared for her many nieces and nephews. 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. Cemetery1413-1599 5th St, Douglas, AZ 85607, Viewing: Thursday, November 10, 2022 Another time, he came to my house and set up a computer firewall to help secure my, home computers from hackers. With no car he had to find rides or walk to get to work. At age 80, she completed the Bisbee 1,000 The Greatest Stair Climb.. Seven great grandchildren, Nevaeh, Adriana, Leilani, Daleyza, Mateo, Jessica, and Julian, along with many of her beloved nieces and nephews. 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. Dave was happy with life and even started writing a book. He was always willing to lend a hand to whoever needed it. View upcoming funeral services, obituaries, and funeral flowers for The Palmetto Mortuary in Greenville, SC, US. Cruz was born on May 7, 1927 to Maximiliano & Maria Jesus Mungarro in Bisbee, Arizona. She was born in San Juan de Los Lagos, Jalisco to Jesus and Luciana Marquez. We will miss you making us laugh on our best and worst days. Ray was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, who enjoyed being around all of his children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren. Communities served Anderson Easley Greenville Greer Ricky succumbed to complication of his long battle with Cancer. Maricela Pichardo her youngest baby girl; they had lived together made a beautiful home together, Orlando Carillo was her 2nd oldest baby boy and Karina her oldest!. Born July 4, 1935 in Birmingham, AL, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Monroe and Mary Anderson Wright. Carmen Andrade, she passed away peacefully surrounded by all her children, and family. He loved his job and developed lifelong friendships with many of the other officers. In 2006, Ray was honored as the Grand Marshal of the Douglas Veterans Day Parade. He worked at the smelter for 20 years until it closed in 1984. He didnt stop there. 1094 AZ-92, Bisbee AZ 85603 Services will be held Thursday January 20th, 2:00-8:00 P.M. at Alex Espinosa Funeral Home 1094 Hwy 92 Bisbee, Az. Special thanks to Alex Espinosa Funeral Home for assisting in these services. She is survived by her husband Miguel, sons Daniel, Mario, and Robert, eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Rea (Angela) and Lydia C. Leatherman. She will forever be missed and never forgotten. 405 East Southern Avenue; Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 967-1643 (480) 967-1645; Join our mailing list 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. He had several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Being with Larry was always an adventure and an education. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. 928 C Ave, Douglas AZ. A life well lived. He was a quality six stringer. She also leaves behind her nephew, Luis Montelongo, and a sister, Amelia Varela of Los Angeles, California. The first to be stationed in Seasbo Japan and did three tours in the Korean War. 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. They had six children together and raised them all in Bisbee. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure unknown. Please make contributions to : Cochise College Foundation Attention Bugen Family Fund, Sierra Vista Campus, Sierra Vista Az 85635-2317. Allow Jayden Isaiah Bailey to be recognized more easily Increase the accessibility of loved ones to show you their sympathy Alex Espinosa Funeral Home 1940 W. Highway 92, Bisbee, Arizona. She then went on to volunteer for her church, Grace United Methodist Church, and the Food Bank of Douglas. Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trailin Sierra Vista. I tried to get out as fast as I could, but a heavy beam fell on my legs trapping me. Burial Mass will be held on what would have been her 91st birthday - Friday, January 21, 11:00 A.M. at St. Lukes Catholic Church 1211 E. 15th Street, Douglas, Arizona. Dolores, a 36-year resident of Hereford, Arizona died of natural causes on September 30, 2020. In his area of the world he could tell you, not only common names, but the scientific classification as well. Ray was also decorated by the French military with a French Fourragre military rope braid for his units successful efforts to get needed ammunition to the French army. She participated in her sons' sports and scout activities. 85603. This lead to the return to Peru as Assistant Master Mechanic, Mill site Mechanical and Fabrication Division, Toquepala. Always helping and providing for the less fortunate. Published in The Greenville News . She is survived by her three children, Mary (Armando) Maza, Lucy Grijalva, and Jose M. (Ana +) Hurtado. He entered the Navy at the paygrade of E1. They were his daily caring family and are very much appreciated. Together, they raised a family and spent their life in Douglas. and recorded and uploaded for later viewing on YouTube at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPatrickBisbee. 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. He was assigned to the USS Jason a heavy duty repair vessel. Knowing he had to better himself, he obtained his GED and attended Cochise College to get his Associates Degree. His sister Carmen is resting with him, brothers Sergio and Michael. On July 11, 2022 we lost a most beautiful soul, our beloved mother. And come out of them with a new appreciation for whatever we did. He was a loving brother, uncle, a great friend to many, but most importantly an amazing father. She was a pioneer in her time; always being fashion forward and later on in life owning a clothing boutique. Finally, Rene retired from Douglas Unified School District at the end of the school year in 2000. 404-522-7478 Interment - Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive, Canton, GA 30114. He passed away peacefully February 21, 2022. He retired from the bench in 2014. 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. away by the brilliant programming that Larry had put together to accomplish the task. He also served on numerous other committees until his departure for Peru. His siblings describe Dave as kind, respectful, a peacemaker, with a compassionate nature and a great brother.. He passed away at the age of 93 in his home Following the Reid Park 100 Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716, Funeral services Saturday, January 28,2032 at 11:00 am Iglesia Ministerios Amistad. 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). George (Jorge) Romero was born to Edgardo and Natalia Romero. He enjoyed playing golf for many years until he met Arthritis. Through the years, Michael and Olga were blessed with 13 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter. 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 is survived by her sisters Betty Sorenson, Eva LeMon, Vonnie Floer, Rita Cornish, Nita Bladow, Joanie Boos and brother David Engel; daughters Alexia Ventoux, Suzanne LeMon-Blanchard and Suzette Velarde; grandchildren Heather, Heidi, Holly, Connie Sue, Cody, Devon, Elizabeth, Victoria, Alexandra, Tarz-Daniel, Dylan, Quenton, and Alyssa; great grandchildren Storey, Adaline, Malcome, Alice, Devon Weston, Aaliyah, Chardonnay, Gabriel, Kindlynn, Gloria and Jacob Boomer; and many, many nieces and nephews. Socorro "Soco" Elzy passed away August 11, 2022, at age 84. at TMC in Tucson with family by her side. Later on in life she enjoyed working alongside her beloved son Alex, owner of Alex Espinosa Funeral Home. She grew up in Douglas where she attended Loretto Catholic School. Manuel was born in Cuquiarachic, Sonora, Mexico on March 7, 1937. 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. 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. She He entered his Heavenly home on Saturday, February 18th, 2023 following an extended illness. 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. 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. Elizabeth Montelongo Lopez passed Sunday, January 8, 2023, in Tucson, Arizona. He worked there until the mine caught fire and he worked as a Fire Patrol miners helper. with the Funeral mass immediately following. 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. two sisters Lupe Guerrero (Atenedoro), Margaret Nogales, nephew, nieces. Great grandchildren Ezra Del Rincon, Mila June Munoz, Amina Mavis Navarrete, Veda, Victoria, and Gerardo Gomez, Shane and Jazlyn Tapia. 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. 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