Rose Martinez (Padilla), 80, passed away from natural causes on June 7, 2025, in Mesa. She was born March 7, 1945, in Superior. Rose is survived by her spouse, Richard Martinez; children, Martin Mendoza, Gary (Pauline) Mendoza Jr., John Mendoza., Marlies (Martin)...
Obituaries
Lillian S. Esquivel
Lillian S. Esquivel, 73, entered eternal life surrounded by prayer, friends and family on May 31, 2025. Lillian was born to Manuel Ramirez Sr. and Genevieve Ramirez on Oct. 1, 1951, in Ray, AZ. Lillian is survived by her husband, Juan Esquivel (43 years...
Veronica Ann Placencia
Veronica “Vero” Ann Placencia, 52, of Superior, Arizona passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona with family present. She was a graduate of Superior High School and was raised Catholic. Vero was known to be an extremely resilient and feisty...
Rudolph ‘Rudy’ Gomez Flores
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rudolph “Rudy” Gomez Flores, who departed this life peacefully in his sleep on May 31, 2025, at the age of 81. Rudy joins his wife, Loretta, daughters, Susie Rubal, Teresa Gonzales, mother, Rita Romo, brothers,...
Sandra M. Marquez
Sandra M. Marquez, 75, entered into eternal life on May 23, 2025, peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 14, 1950, to Pablo and Elvia Mariscal in Kearny, Arizona Sandra attended school in Hayden, Arizona. She also served her...
Lavell Ford, MD
Memorial services for Dr. Lavell Ford will be held Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the Oracle Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2150 Hwy. 77, Oracle, at 2 p.m. Dr. Ford, born Sept. 29, 1929, passed away May 13, 2025.
Mary Anne Davis
It is with great sadness to report the peaceful passing of much beloved Mary Anne Davis on May 13, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. Born in 1942, Mary Anne graduated in 1964 from Wichita University where she met James G. Davis. Together they lived a life...
Nolbert P. Casillas
Nolbert P. Casillas entered into the presence of our Lord May 24, 2025, from the comfort of his home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Superior, AZ on Jan. 25, 1926, to Jose and Julia Casillas. At the age of 17, Nolbert proudly enlisted into...
Daniel R. ‘Beets’ Romero
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Daniel R. “Beets” Romero, on Friday, May 16, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family. Though his time on earth has come to an end, his warmth, laughter, and unwavering love will...
Tina Soter Fox
Tina Soter Fox, 83, passed away on May 11, 2025. She was born on May 29, 1941, in Salt Lake City, Utah, as a first-generation American. Her parents migrated from Greece. Her father, Mike, worked as a chef and butcher while her mother, Bessie, stayed at home to care...