He just loved and lived life to the fullest. 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. Obituaries of Travelers Rest Funeral Home. Rhonda was born in Douglas Arizona on January 21, 1959 to Ronald Lee Walker and Clara Walker Bahschnitt. Anastacio had twelve grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. As English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher, with Douglas Unified School District, he was employed in Middle and High School, providing meticulous English language learning abilities to local students. Ruben retired in 2001 as a Branch Bank Manager after 40 years of service. 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. Matias married Frances Quen at the Justice of the Peace in Lordsburg, New Mexico in 1955, she died in 1992, he never remarried. Unless you had clear, overwhelming, justifiable evidence contrary to his opinion, he was not about to change his mind. Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery located at1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trailin Sierra Vista. The Pizza House soon became a favorite hot spot for many of the families and teenagers of Bisbee. Cemetery1413-1599 5th St, Douglas, AZ 85607, Viewing: Thursday, November 10, 2022 He was now at home spending more time with Barbara. He was also a certified automotive mechanic through Universal Technical Institute (UTI). During his assignment as a Police Officer, he mentored and guided countless members of the community, resulting in his personal achievement of becoming a teacher. Rene served in Douglas Police Department as a Reserve Police Officer for 7 years. I laughed, I cried and best of all, I loved. She was preceded in death by her parents Miguel Burgos, Bernarda Rocha Burgos, her husband Enrique Andrade, Sr., and their son, Arturo Andrade, She is also preceded in death by her siblings: Enrique Rocha, Maria Burgos, Angelina Moreno, Miguel Burgos, Baby Manuel who died at 5 years old, Manuel Burgos, Francisco (Pancho) Burgos, and Robert Burgos. In 1983 he advanced to Assistant Mechanical Superintendent of the Ilo Area Mechanical Division in charge of Smelter and Industrial Railroad. He graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, California in 1968. 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! George (Jorge) Romero was born to Edgardo and Natalia Romero. 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. 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 in Sierra vista, Az on Dec. 02, 1994. Maria Cristina Cristy Gutierrez Page passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in the comfort of her home - alongside her children. She was always compassionate with the hundreds of grieving families she worked with over the years. Following the Reid Park 100 Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716, Funeral services Saturday, January 28,2032 at 11:00 am Iglesia Ministerios Amistad. He told the story just a few weeks prior to his death, I recall my partner and I were assigned to dig a new stope. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, watching the Arizona Wildcats, Diamondbacks, Cardinals and listening music. Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. John Edward Reyes, 26 of Phoenix Arizona was called home to be with Our Lord and Savior on December 9th, 2021. Misa Iglesia Guadalupe Naco, Sonora 1:00pm Gilberto also had numerous grandchildren. Ruben is preceded in death by his parents Ramn and Socorro Villa, brother Roberto Villa, and son Sergio Villa. Ray continued with sports after the war and played semi-professional baseball with the Douglas Internationals and he was even offered a baseball scholarship to play catcher for the University of Arizona but stayed in Douglas because he had married the love of his life, Amelia Estrada, in 1947. George graduated from Douglas High school. 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 was promoted to E-2 and E-3 onboard the USS CREE (ATF-84). On January 24, 2022, Matias Francisco Vasquez Rojas, Douglas Native Son, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Haven Health of Sierra Vista. She always stayed active by walking every day. She was a dedicated stay at home mom who not only raised her three children but also cared for her many nieces and nephews. Ray attended Douglas High School, where he graduated with honors in 1944. She was a homemaker, great cook, and enjoyed being with friends and family. She was known for her generosity, kindness, loyalty and hard work ethic. Connie was born in Keokuk, Iowa, on Jan 25th 1946. 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. Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. After her retirement she enjoyed cooking for her beloved family and friends. She will forever be missed and never forgotten. . Born July 4, 1935 in Birmingham, AL, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Monroe and Mary Anderson Wright. 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 loved Jesus. Details of which are forthcoming. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007. Frank and Maria had 6 children, Frank Carabeo Jr. (deceased) Carlos Carabeo (Silvia), Yolanda Montez (Alfonso) , Irma Torres (deceased/survived by Jesus), Sylvia Dominguez (Daniel), and Eddie Carabeo. Rosary and mass will be held, at St. Luke'sSt. Church 1211 E15th Street. He often motivated them by saying, Dont expect people to give you a break. Later on in life he became a chef and one of the best! Born in Nacozari Sonora Mexico. She married Jose P. Hurtado in 1944. Located at the Sacred Heart Cemetery 1104 Oak Ave, Douglas, AZ 85607. 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. Her love and commitment to her work was extraordinary. Do to COVID: 19 restrictions and limitations, only family and invited guest may attend, Mass will be livestreamed on Facebook WWW.facebook.com/stpatrickbisbee/, A recording will be uploaded for later viewing on our YouTube channel at. A very special breed of man. John was a one-of-a-kind young man who lived his life every day, thankful for each moment he was given. He became a father at the tender age of 17 and deemed the obligation to start earning an income for his young family. Rene was born on 19 April 1945 to Oscar and Bertha Gonzalez and was raised in Douglas, Arizona. His personal and family life also changed which led him into a new direction. Visitation at 10 AM Thursday, August 18 our Lady of Sorrow in Tucson. Rene proudly served his tour onboard USS CREE (ATF-84), where he deployed to the coast of Vietnam as was part of the "Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club" (the US 7th Fleet) with missions including (but not limited to) chasing trawlers and towing floating barracks across the Pacific. Some people tried to discourage him because they didnt think he could beat the current Judge, at the time, who had been holding the seat for 14 years. 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. 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. George also enjoyed gardening, cooking, home repair and various fraternal organizations. Ray loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting. In later years she loved phone visits and always kept family connected. 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 three children, son Jesus S. Ledesma II (Patricia Mann), daughters, Maria Margarita Ledesma Lopez (Octavio Lopez), Cruz Patricia Ledesma de Lopez (Carlos Lopez). I remember hearing pebbles starting to fall, then timber beginning to crack. He inspired many lives, teaching math, music, and chess. 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. Rea (Angela) and Lydia C. Leatherman. She was born on April 01, 1929, in Colonia Morelos, Sonora MX. The words he wrote down now complete the story of his life. She had just celebrated her 98th birthday, and lived in Bisbee most of her life. Frank was well known and respected by many and will surely be missed. George traveled to most of the countries in South America, Japan and Yugoslavia. Gilbert was super close to his sister Yesenia Almanza and his nephew Aziel Almanza (Monkey) in which he just adored. Carol Ellen Lowery. She was born in Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico on October 3, 1929 to Regino Chavarria and Emilia Lopez Chavarria. Elizabeth Montelongo Lopez passed Sunday, January 8, 2023, in Tucson, Arizona. Her brother Harold (Dorothy) Clough, sister Ana Mae (Dean) Saner. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Share . In 1956 he was recruited as a Machinist Instructor in a new mine in Peru (Southern Peru Copper). He grew up in the small mining town and attended Jerome Elementary and Middle School. He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved sister Maria Ramona Salaiz Rodriguez. She was preceded in death by her Husband Alberto, Daughter Maria, Son Mario and 12 siblings. His father was loving, but firm. Rene is survived by his wife, Cecilia Gonzales, Sons (Steven, Danny,Alex and Omar) and Daughters (Heather, Vicki) Gonzales to include 4 grandchildren. In addition, he received the Best Teacher award in 2003. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. 928 C Ave, Douglas AZ. He was stubborn as a mule. She was the kindest most loving person who withstood numerous hardships throughout her life, but always stayed resilient. The Howze Mortuary Monday, February 20, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Elizabeth Jane Stanley Elizabeth Stanley's passing on Friday, February 17, 2023 has been publicly announced by The Howze. Obituaries | The Howze Mortuary - Travelers Rest, SC Celebrate the beauty of life by recording your favorite memories or sharing meaningful expressions of support on your loved one's social obituary page. He was very talented, artistic, and was a jack of all trades. They moved to Douglas in 1966 and started their family while joining the family business, working side by side for 49 years at Pauls Jewelers. Sons George Jr., Timothy, Dominic, and daughter Jovani. Frank graduated in 1952 from Bisbee High School, then volunteered and joined the US Army. He Loved to make everyone laugh. The words of his father were still strong on his mind and he knew he needed to continue his education. Cristy was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and business women and gave back to the community she loved. Debra helped to bring joy into his life. Outside seating will also be available on a first come, first served basis on the churchs shaded westside. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Copper Queen Library and/or to Bisbee's local radio station, KBRP. About Howe Mortuary & Crematory carries a reputation for quality, sincerity and trust. Knowing he had to better himself, he obtained his GED and attended Cochise College to get his Associates Degree. A memorial will be held, Larry was an absolutely brilliant computer guy. A Rosary and Mass will be held at St. Patricks Catholic Church. She will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. She also leaves behind her nephew, Luis Montelongo, and a sister, Amelia Varela of Los Angeles, California. Upon arriving there he tossed me a canvas bag and he kept a LONG pole. He loved his job and developed lifelong friendships with many of the other officers. 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