Local Obituaries for Families in Bisbee, AZ
Javier Francisco Arvayo
May 17, 2023
Javier Francisco Arvayo was born September 22, 1984 in Douglas Arizona.
He passed away peacefully May 17, 2023 In Phoenix Arizona. He is survived by son Javier Antonio Stuhan, his mother Anna Gonzales, his father Javier Ramon Arvayo, brothers Jorge , Ramon Gonzales, sister Brandy Arvayo, grandmother Olga Arvayo, aunt's Maria Martinez, Nellie Duarte, Lupita, Sandy Arvayo, uncle Frankie Arvayo, nieces...
Jesus Joaquin Valenzuela
Apr 11, 2023
Jesus Joaquin Valenzuela, passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2023 in Douglas, Arizona. He was only 50 years old. Jesus' family is very saddened by his sudden death, Jesus would have been 51 years old on May 01, 2023. Jesus is survived by his mother Maria Del Carmen; his three children Jesus Jay Valenzuela, Gabriella Nikole Valenzuela and Lexi Marie...
John Ortega
Apr 7, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our son John Ortega. John was born in Louisville Ky. on October 18, 1987 , to parents Anne and Danny Ortega Jr. He was the middle child in our family of three children. John was raised in Douglas, Az. where he lived a mischievous life surrounded by a large, loving...
Albert Lopez
Apr 5, 2023
Albert Lopez was born in Los Angeles, CA on February 4, 1970. He passed away on April 5, 2023 in Bisbee, AZ.Albert was a loving son, father, husband, godfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Albert is remembered by his kind heart and generous spirit. He was a loyal person that conquered the trust of all those that surrounded him. He was...
Michael Douglas Gibson
Apr 2, 2023
Michael Douglas Gibson passed away at the age of 58, on April 2, 2023.
He was the son of Doug and Eva Mae Gibson. He was born on March 28, 1965 in Douglas, AZ. Michael lived most of his life in Elfrida, AZ.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, listening to music, and working on cars. His passion was fishing on...
Manuel Duron Tapia
Nov 4, 2022
Manuel Duron Tapia, 85 of Pirtleville, AZ passed away on November 4, 2022. Manuel was born in Cuquiarachic, Sonora, Mexico on March 7, 1937. 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...
Moises Gabriel Rea
Nov 1, 2022
We are heartbroken to announce the deathof our father Moises Gabriel Rea.
He passed away at the age of 93 in his homeaccompanied by his daughters Maria A.Rea (Angela) and Lydia C. Leatherman. Hewas preceded in death by his wife CarlotaV. Rea (Mijen) and his two sons
Marco A Rea and Cruz G. ReaHe is also survived by his stepdaughterMaria G.Parmley (Marlu),...
Oscar R. Barron
Oct 31, 2022
Oscar R. Barron, 80, passed away on October 31, 2022 at home. He was the husband to Gloria Armida Barron. They shared 56 years of marriage together. Born in Nacozari Sonora Mexico, he was the son to Filomena Robles and Antonio Barron. Oscar was a friendly, smart, hard working person, who adored his family. He was always happy and smiling, just the life of the party! He is survived by...
Gerald Hector Garcia
Aug 12, 2022
Gerald Hector Garcia was born April 1, 1939, to Leon and Guadalupe Garcia in Bisbee, Arizona.
He was one of ten children. 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. His surviving siblings are a sister Virginia Flores, and brothers...
Socorro "Soco" Elzy
Aug 11, 2022
Gerald Hector Garcia was born April 1, 1939, to Leon and Guadalupe Garcia in Bisbee, Arizona.
He was one of ten children. 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. His surviving siblings are a sister Virginia Flores, and brothers...

Carmen Andrade
Jul 11, 2022
On July 11, 2022 we lost a most beautiful soul, our beloved mother. Carmen Andrade, she passed away peacefully surrounded by all her children, and family. She was born in Bisbee, AZ on June 17, 1924. She had just celebrated her 98th birthday, and lived in Bisbee most of her life. Aside from being a Homemaker, she worked many years...

Maria Sofia Mora
Jun 6, 2022
Maria Sofia Mora passed away quietly on June 6, 2022. She was born on April 01, 1929, in Colonia Morelos, Sonora MX. She was preceded in death by her Husband Alberto, Daughter Maria, Son Mario and 12 siblings. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Legion of Mary, Spanish Choir, Bazaars and all fund-raising events. She would donate...

Audry Anna Le Mon
Jun 5, 2022
Audry Anna LeMon, 84, passed away at home in Bisbee, AZ on June 5, 2022. Audry was born in Raleigh, ND, to Philip and Margaret Engel. She was previously married to Zan LeMon. Audry moved to Bisbee, AZ in 1979.
Audry was preceded in death by her father, Philip Engel, mother, Margaret Engel (Tishmack), sister, Sonia Engel, brother, Joachim “Jake” Engel,...
George Christopher Bugen
May 12, 2022
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. He attended Bisbee High School and graduated in the class of 1947. His after hour activities included Football and employment at Arizona Bakery and Frazee Motors. George was a member of the...

Johnnie Irey
May 1, 2022
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. He was born on September 10, 1966. He was a Douglas High School graduate and was on the Track and Cross Country teams all through high school. Later on in life he became a chef...
Marta Olivia Valenzuela
Apr 14, 2022
We are sad to say goodbye to our beautiful Marta Olivia Valenzuela who passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home in Hereford, AZ April 14, 2022. Marta was born in Douglas, AZ on February 19, 1978. She was raised in Naco and graduated from Bisbee high school. Marta worked in the medical support field, most recently at the...
Ruben Edmundo Villa
Mar 18, 2022
Ruben Edmundo Villa, 77, of Naco, Sonora, passed away on March 18, 2022, after a battle with cancer. His beloved wife of 56 years, Maria Eloisa Villa, and close family were by his side.
Ruben was born in Fronteras, Sonora and spent much of his life living in Naco, Sonora. He fell in love and married the love of his life,...