Current Obituaries

Apr 22, 2026

Dr. Karen E. Evans, 91, passed away on April 22, 2026 at Aspen Care Home in Tucson, Arizona. Born in Indiana on November 28, 1934, Karen Eunice Emmett Evans received her BA from Indiana University (Bloomington) and her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago with a dissertation on Emily Dickinson. She taught English Literature at colleges in Indiana and New...

Apr 17, 2026

Anna J. Lee was born May 24, 1940 in Indiana to Wesley and Anna Gaston. She died April 17, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Anna is survived by her sons, Samuel (Nicole), Gabriel, Ken, Bill, and Bob Lee.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Lee.

Apr 14, 2026

Tammy Marie Dutcher, a vibrant and compassionate woman whose life was marked by strength, love, and an unyielding spirit, passed away on April 14, 2026, just eight days shy of her 55th birthday. Born on April 22, 1971, Tammy embraced life with a charisma and warmth that drew people to her effortlessly.

Throughout her years, Tammy devoted much of her time...

Apr 12, 2026

Kenneth is survived by son, Brian Weaver and two other children.

Apr 12, 2026

Jennifer Rose Ramirez, affectionately known as Jen to those who loved her, passed away April 12, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Tucson, Arizona. Born on November 16, 1995, Jennifer's life was a testament to loyalty, determination, and a bold spirit of self-expression.

From the very beginning, Jennifer was deeply rooted in Tucson, where she lived her whole life, nurturing connections...

Apr 9, 2026

Lisa Marie Clyde, a radiant spirit whose vivacious presence touched all who knew her, passed away on April 9, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Born on January 27, 1964, in Sacramento, California, Lisa’s journey was marked by an unyielding zest for life and a profound dedication to those she loved.

Raised in Rancho Cordova, California, Lisa completed her education with a proud...

Apr 5, 2026

Marcia Faith Lev (née Teichman) was born in Chicago on June 26, 1947, the first of Max and Hannah’s four children. When she was 19 she married Allen Lev, and the couple would later have two children: Michael (a sportswriter for the Arizona Daily Star) and Alison (a construction project manager who still lives in Chicago).

Marcia (pronounced “Marsha”) was a...

Apr 3, 2026

Maria del Carmen Sanchez Langer, lovingly known as “Spirit Woman,” “Mom,” “Nana Carmen,” and “Nana with the red hair,” was born on September 2, 1955, in Superior, Arizona and died on April 3, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona.

She was the daughter of Juan and Connie Sanchez. Juan Sanchez preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother,...

Mar 30, 2026

Marjorie Grant was born November 11, 1946 and died March 30, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Mar 28, 2026

James Chester Kukula

(Engineer. MacGyver of Everything. Family Legend.)

James Chester Kukula passed away suddenly on March 28, 2026, in Vail, Arizona; leaving behind a toolbox-sized void in the hearts of his family, friends, and anyone who ever handed him something broken and asked, “Can this be fixed?”

Born June 11, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, Jim’s sudden passing has left many still shaking...

Mar 11, 2026

Mary Joan Walker was born August 3, 1948 to Steve Harmych and Joan Pauline Lipka. She died March 11, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Mar 8, 2026

Albert Joseph Manfred was born February 24, 1945 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Albert J. Manfred Sr. and Lillian Isabelle (Larkin) Manfred. He died March 8, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. Albert worked as a banker.

He is survived by sons, Brett and Brian Manfred and daughter, Rebecca Manfred Taylor. As well as niece, Dawn Boyd.

Mar 8, 2026

Kirk James Erickson was born August 27, 1953 in Tacoma, Washington to Jack James Erickson and Phyllis Jane Kidwell. He died March 8, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

He is survived by sister, Kendra J. Keuhn and brothers, Kent and Kevin Erickson.

Mar 4, 2026

Jilda Ann Mele, affectionately known as Jil, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in her beloved Tucson, Arizona. Born on May 18, 1950, in Bristol, Connecticut, Jil’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven with kindness, creativity, and an unwavering spirit.

For over four decades, Jil dedicated herself to her career at American Airlines, beginning her journey in 1972. Her professional...

Mar 2, 2026

Mary P. Drummond, 62, was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona on June 15, 1963. She passed away March 2, 2026. She worked in medical records for 20 years at University of Arizona.

She is preceded in death by her sister, Terrie Coleman.

Mary is survived by her mother, Mary Brown-Scott; brother, Anthony Doar and sister-in-law, Caroline Owen-Doar.

Her gentle voice and kind...

Feb 26, 2026

Feb 24, 2026

Janet Marie Tschida was born November 28, 1941, to Robert and Frances (Muellner) Anderson in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and passed away after a brief illness on February 24, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. Janet grew up in the West 7th Street neighborhood of Saint Paul and graduated as valedictorian from Monroe High School, where she was also a baton-twirling majorette. She...

Feb 23, 2026

JR Lara, 67yrs old, went to be with Our Lord on February 23, 2026 surrounded by his family and friends.

JR was born in Brownsville, Texas to Brigido Lara Sr. And Maria Benita Lara in 1971. His parents moved to California living in Oso Flaco and the Nipomo area. JR attended elementary school in Guadalupe and attended High School in Arroyo...

Feb 21, 2026

Jared Lyle Gorman was born February 4, 1983 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Larry Eugene Gorman and Mary Ellen Dinton. He died February 21, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona.

Feb 18, 2026

Stanley was preceded in death by his loving wife and his parents, Stanley and Dagmar Ciesla.