Obituaries

Patricia Starr-Hebeisen

Patricia Starr-Hebeisen

Dec 6, 2025

Patricia Starr-Hebeisen, of Tucson, Arizona passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at Peppi’s House (TMC Hospice) in Tucson Arizona. She courageously battled her autoimmune conditions and severe back issues for decades, and several months of chemotherapy treatments to combat metastatic lung cancer that was diagnosed this past summer, before joining her angels up in Heaven.

Born to William and Jeanne...

Lester Leon Walker

Lester Leon Walker

Nov 22, 2025

"Through much tribulation we enter into the kingdom of God" Acts 14:22. 

Lester Leon Walker, 84, beloved husband and father, died peacefully at home on Nov 22, 2025. Les was born 1941 in Odessa, NY. He grew up in Indianapolis, IN where he graduated from Butler University in 1964. While at Butler, he was very active in the chess club, ROTC...

Vincent Gary Montrose

Vincent Gary Montrose

Nov 2, 2025

Vincent Gary Montrose December 20, 1947 - November 2, 2025

Vincent Gary Montrose - Vinnie, Monte, Sarg, Husband, Dad and Grandpa, Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle Gary. Gary was born in Highland Park Michigan on December 20, 1947, to first generation Italian immigrant parents, Joe Montrose and Lucy Monte. He was raised in Dearborn Michigan in a cute brick house on Virgil...

Armando Figueroa Jr.

Armando Figueroa Jr.

Nov 2, 2025

Armando Figueroa Jr. died peacefully at home in Tucson after a hard-fought battle with cancer on Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 29, 1977, in Douglas, Arizona.

He leaves behind his childhood sweetheart, best friend and wife, Maria Eugenia Carrillo Figueroa, and his son Lazaro. He is also survived by his mother, Lupita Haro...

Brandon James Nanfito

Brandon James Nanfito

Oct 22, 2025

Brandon James Nanfito, 34 10/22/2025 Tucson, AZ

Born February 11, 1991, in Omaha, NE. Survived by his parents Aaron and Kelly Nanfito, brother Chad (Jamie), sisters Kayla (Nick, Ivy, Lyla, Caden), & Claire (Schyler, Clayton, Lorelai), partner Gloria, and his grandmothers Jean & Kathy. Brandon was a passionate individual who cared deeply about those around him. He was a truly loving,...

Ann Marie Obermeyer

Ann Marie Obermeyer

Oct 18, 2025

Miss Ann Marie Obermeyer, 72, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on October 18th, 2025. She went peacefully in her home with her loved ones nearby and her two cats, Harold and Buzzsaw nestled by her hips like guardians. After a willfully long battle with Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (M.M.N)/ A.L.S family, her mind body and spirit are at peace now. Throughout...

Marian Lois Hannon

Marian Lois Hannon

Sep 24, 2025

Marian I. Hannon, Tireless Volunteer and Tenacious Competitor, Dies

From a backyard roller coaster in St. Paul to decades of civic work in Arizona, she made community her calling.

Marian I. Hannon, a business manager turned community stalwart who balanced a sweet, soft‑spoken manner with a fierce competitive streak on the court and in the pool — and who was known to...

Charles David Duckett

Charles David Duckett

Sep 18, 2025

Charles David Duckett July 12, 1941 – September 18, 2025

Charles David Duckett, 84, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025. Born on July 12, 1941, in Canton, North Carolina, to the late Luther Alden Duckett (1905–1969) and Miriam Cagle Duckett (1913–1993), David lived a life defined by dedication, artistry, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.

David leaves...

Jeffrey Paul Schmitt

Jeffrey Paul Schmitt

Sep 17, 2025

Jeffrey Paul Schmitt, 58, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away suddenly but peacefully on September 17, 2025. Born on December 31, 1966, Jeff lived a life marked by hard work, quiet strength, and a deep devotion to family.

Jeff was known for his honesty, loyalty, and kindness. His gentle humor and steady presence made him the kind of person others naturally turned...

Robert Gilbert Aydelotte

Robert Gilbert Aydelotte

Sep 16, 2025

Robert G. Aydelotte, 76, of Sahuarita, Arizona, passed away on September 16,2025, surrounded by his loving wife, Rosemary Aydelotte. Born on September 28, 1948, Bob dedicated his life to service, both in the military and in his career.

After graduating high school Bob enlisted and proudly served in the United States Marine Corp from 1969 to 1973, achieving the rank of...

Carson Thomas Hawks

Carson Thomas Hawks

Sep 15, 2025

Carson T. Hawks, also affectionately called Tee by her Virginia family, was born in Norfolk, VA, October 25, 1963, to Henry and Love Carson. The third child out of five, she grew up in Virgina and has lived in South Carolina, California, Washington state, and most recently resided in Tucson, Arizona.

During her teenage years, along with being a great shortstop...

Alyssa Frances Harris

Alyssa Frances Harris

Sep 12, 2025

Alyssa Frances Harris, 32, passed away on September 12, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on October 17, 1992, in the same city she called home throughout her life, Alyssa brought warmth and light to those around her with her generous spirit and vibrant personality. Alyssa was a talented body piercer whose creativity and attention to detail were evident in her...

Benjamin Darryl Stoner

Benjamin Darryl Stoner

Sep 6, 2025

On September 6, 2025, at age 30, Benjamin (Ben) Stoner, entered the peace and presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

As a lifelong Tucson resident, Ben grew up attending El Camino Baptist Church, where he gave his life to Jesus and was baptized. As part of the church’s youth and young adult group, Ben’s faith was nurtured and strengthened....

Alyssa Ayn Harris

Alyssa Ayn Harris

Aug 30, 2025

  Alyssa Ayn Harris was born on August 13, 1996, in Tucson, Arizona, and passed away on August 30, 2025. Alyssa was a loving, funny person. She felt every emotion 100%. Alyssa loved herself and was completely comfortable in her own skin. She could be so brutally honest. She loved watching movies, adored animals of all kinds, treasured her trips...

Donald Lee Trgovich

Donald Lee Trgovich

Aug 26, 2025

Donald Lee Trgovich, 81, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, probably while dreaming about a Chicago hotdog and a nice cold beer at a Cubs game. He is survived by his daughter Emily Trgovich, who he adored more than life itself; his grandchildren, Kingston, 15, and Kali, 7, who he correctly predicted would be the coolest...

John Wesley Higley Sr.

John Wesley Higley Sr.

Aug 26, 2025

John Wesley Higley, 92, died on August 26, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona. He was born on March 3, 1933, in Santa Monica, California to Paul and Lottie Woodrow Higley, the youngest of their four children. John attended boarding school at Laurelwood Academy in Gaston, Oregon before serving in the Navy as storekeeper aboard the USS Pritchett during the Korean War....

Karen Lynn Maddy

Karen Lynn Maddy

Aug 22, 2025

Karen was born Karen Lynn Weber in Tachikawa, Japan. Her father, Robert was a member of the U.S. Air force. After leaving Japan, he was stationed in Austin, TX and Vandenberg, CA. After retiring in 1969, the Weber family moved to Phoenix, AZ. Karen graduated from Moon Valley High School in 1977. She also attended Glendale Community College. After working...

Brad Clark Casselman

Brad Clark Casselman

Aug 15, 2025

Brad Clark Casselman, 72, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on August 15, 2025, from brain cancer.

Brad was born in Bethesda, Maryland on August 10, 1953, to Merle and Betty Casselman. Brad grew up in the Lutheran church where he came to know Jesus at a young age. In his early 20’s, Brad rededicated his life and lived for Jesus the...

Sylvia M. Weaver

Sylvia M. Weaver

Aug 15, 2025

Sylvia Minehart Weaver Born in Palm Springs, CA on April 5th, 1954. Sylvia grew up in Zelienople, PA where she spent her early years with parents and siblings, Growing up on the farm. She Moved to Tucson, Arizona in the 90s and there she built her foundation to become the best mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and wife. She will stay...

Misty Gwin

Misty Gwin

Aug 15, 2025

Methel Ann “Misty” (Teagarden) Gwin passed away peacefully at the age of 98 on August 15, 2025, in Tucson, AZ. Misty was born on October 18, 1926, in Fairmont, WV to Ross and Alma Teagarden. She graduated high school in Dana, IN and later attended Southern Illinois Normal University in Carbondale, IL where she was a proud member of Pi...