Local Obituaries for Families in Safford, Arizona

Jul 7, 2022

Wanda Louise Ginn, of Central, Arizona, passed into eternity on July 7th, 2022, at the age of 75. She was born on December 8th, 1946, in Spiro, Oklahoma, to parents Howard Pennington and Bessie Coffee Pennington, with siblings, Loveda, Marlin, Mary, Autry, Betty, Caroline, Gale, and Dale. On June 6th, 1964, she married the love of her life, Arthur Lee...

Jul 7, 2022

MARGARET RUTH DALEY MERRILL, 95, 1927 - 2022 The world lost a true saint, and heaven gained an angel, as Margaret Ruth Daley Merrill, 95, passed away peacefully at her home in Gilbert, AZ on Thurs. evening, July 7, 2022. Margaret was born in Thatcher, AZ on May 14, 1927. She is preceded in death by her eternal companion, Thomas...

Jul 7, 2022

On July 7th, 2022, Nathaniel J. Gomez passed away at the age of 33. He was born in Silver City, New Mexico on October 11th, 1988 to Robert Gomez Jr. and Mary Jane Dibble. Nathaniel had two brothers, Bobby Gomez and his wife Cynthia Gomez, and Adam Gomez. One sister, Brittany Gomez and her spouse Anthony Alvarez. Nathaniel did not...

Jun 28, 2022

Jun 27, 2022

It is with great sadness and broken hearts the family of Connie Jurado announce her passing on June 27, 2022. Connie was born on September 21, 1964, in Safford, Arizona to parents Dolores Renteria & Manuel Ruiz. The Ruiz family raised their children, Connie along with her brothers, Richard & Christopher here in the Gila Valley. Connie loved spending time...

Jun 26, 2022

Forever remembered by her loving family, Lenore Barney of Safford passed into eternity joining her beloved husband William D. Barney on June 26, 2022. Lenore was born on January 2, 1931, in Ajo, Arizona to William Ashton McBride & Ora Rhoda Cluff McBride. Services will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

Jun 25, 2022

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Bernice Giacoletti. Our loving Nana, Wife, Mother & friend, graduated from life June 25, 2022. She left us while resting at Mt. Graham Hospital during her 89th year. Bernice was born April 9, 1933, in Bisbee, Arizona to Lola and James Spivey. She was married to Domenick Giacoletti on November 2, 1957....

Jun 22, 2022

On June 22, 2022, Sandra Lynn Kramer of Safford passed away at the age of 54. She was born in Chicago, IL on October 21,1967 to Sharon and Casey Schroeder, joining her siblings Ron, Cheryl, and Kelly. She attended Glenbard North High School where she graduated in 1985. Her occupation was Housekeeping/Supervisor for Springhill Suites, She was happily married to...

Jun 21, 2022

The family of Gloria Parker of Safford, Arizona is saddened to announce her passing on June 21, 2022, at he age of 71. Gloria was born on April 24, 1952. No services are planned at this time.

Jun 17, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family morns the passing of Frank Esparza Lucio of Duncan on June 17, 2021, at the age of 81. Frank was born on May 24, 1941, in Morenci, Arizona to parents Petronillo Lucio & Maria Esparza. Services are pending at this time.

Jun 16, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Rickey Shane Wilson announces his passing on June 16, 2022, in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 41. Rickey was born on October 23, 1980, in Safford, Arizona to Rickey Dale Goucher & Jaimie Lynn Wilson. No services are planned at this time.

Jun 12, 2022

The family of Sonny Lee Jones of Bylas, is saddened to announce his sudden passing on June 12, 2022, at the age of 38. Sonny was born on August 14, 1983, in Phoenix, Arizona to Frederick Earl Jones, Sr., & Florine Preston Jones. A Wake will be held on Friday, June 24, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. at the Jones residence...

Jun 9, 2022

George Devon Shurtz was a kind and gentle man who loved spending time with his family & friends. He passed into eternity on June 9, 2022, with his loving family at his side. George was born on October 16, 1935, in Central, Arizona to parents Jesse Lavon Shurtz & Naomi Cluff Shurtz. A viewing will be held on Thursday evening,...

Jun 7, 2022

Following a lengthy battle with many illnesses, Agnes Lorraine "Lorri" Thompson passed into eternity on June 7, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Lorri was born on March 10, 1946, to parents Flavy Sigman & Thankful Boggs Sigman in Jerryville, West Virginia. Lorri is survived by 4 sons; Dale, Robby, Michael (Marlana) & Christopher (Lisa) Thompson, and 1 daughter Bobbi...

Jun 5, 2022

Joseph Kai Gurtler was born on March 11, 1997, in Safford, Arizona, to Terrin Bull & Jeffery Gurtler. Kai was, and will always be remembered by those that knew him, as energetic, enthusiastic, curious, devilishly clever, and above all, generous young man. Kai’s curiosity routinely led him into ventures of every variety, including stints as a secret shopper, product reviewer,...

Jun 4, 2022

Jun 4, 2022

CARL SANDEFUR 1965 – 2022 Carl Sandefur passed away at his home on June 4, 2022 in Safford, AZ at the age of 56. Carl is survived by his son Tell Sandefur, sister Barb (Chris) Darling, nephew Mitch Bumby, ex-wife Kerri Mendes, step-son Daniel Mendes, and step-daughter Sierra Brown. Carl was preceded in death by his parents and son, Tyrel...

May 29, 2022

Alicia Ann Baird of Safford will be missed but not forgotten. Alicia passed away on May 29, 2022, at the age of 32. No services are planned at this time.

May 25, 2022

Elleen Sexton 93 of Duncan, passed away at her home in Sheldon on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Born October 15, 1928, to Nick Bennett and Florence Cade in Hondo, NM, she was one of eight children: Alma Hansen, Elbert, Benny, Elva Lee Phillips, Jewel Young, Gladys Wagley, and Loretta Cosper. She attended Duncan High School with her sweetheart, Doyle Sexton....

May 24, 2022

Kari Lynn Davison will be missed but not forgotten. She passed away on May 24, 2022, at her home in Safford. Kari was born on June 19, 1964. No services are planned.