Local Obituaries for Families in Safford, Arizona
Ashley Nicole Baca
Jul 12, 2024
We celebrate the life of Ashley Baca.
Ashley was more than a Senior Officer Specialist with the US Department of Corrections; she was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew her. Her personality filled every room she entered, bringing joy and laughter wherever she went. Described as bubbly, fun, outgoing, and spontaneous, Ashley was truly the life...
Carolina Ulery
Jul 10, 2024
November 19, 1962 ~ July 10, 2024
Carolina Carabeo Ulery "Caro" joined our parents, Juan & Carmen Carabeo in heaven on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 surrounded by her family. Caro was born November 19, 1962 along with her twin sister, Cathy Maschue "Cati" in Bisbee, AZ. She was raised in Bisbee until her family transferred to Morenci in 1975.
Caro worked at...
Narda Gause
Jul 9, 2024
Narda June Gause entered eternal life on July 9, 2024 at her home in Thatcher, Arizona.
Narda was born in Safford, Arizona on July 24, 1949 to Bernard & Una Mae Smith. She was the third of four children.
As a teen, Narda worked at the Dairy Queen before moving to Mesa, Arizona for a time. While in Mesa, she met David...
Peter Potokar
Jul 8, 2024
Peter Potokar, a beloved member of the Safford, Arizona community, passed away on July 8, 2024, after bravely battling kidney disease. He was born October 14, 1953.
Peter will be remembered for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering determination in the face of adversity. He touched the lives of many with his compassion and generosity.
In his professional life, Peter was...
Ronald Eugene Banks
Jul 8, 2024
Ron sailed away to his final home port in the arms of our Lord on July 8, 2024. He was born to Feldon and Christine Banks in Coyville, Kansas on September 6, 1940. After graduating from Wichita High School he enlisted in the U.S. Navy on October 1, 1958, the start of a long and successful career as a machinist's...
John Alva
Jul 2, 2024
John Alva Sr (“Papa”) passed away on July 2, 2024. Born in Thatcher, AZ on December 22, 1937 to Juan and Francsica Alva, he lived his life to the fullest. He graduated from Thatcher High School and Northern Arizona University. He also served in the United States Army and is a Vietnam Veteran. He loved to be around his family;...
John Barrick
Jun 26, 2024
John Harrison Barrick, born on March 18, 1945, in Ajo, Arizona, bid farewell to this world on June 26, 2024, in Pima, Arizona. He was a distinguished man with a very dry sense of humor who an indelible mark on everyone he met.
His journey through life was one defined by work and dedication. He pursued his education at Ajo High...
Lucy Farley
Jun 23, 2024
Remembered with love, Lucy Michelle Plasencio Farley, 68, took her last breath on June 23, 2024, at home with her family by her side after a long battle with Vascular Dementia. Lucy—aka Mik, Denny or Moms, was born in Safford, Arizona, to Mike and Nellie (Escobedo) Plasencio. She was the second born of four children. Shortly after the birth of...
Jesus "Joe" Sigala
Jun 21, 2024
In loving memory of Jesus "Joe" Sigala, whose journey on this earth came to a peaceful end on June 21, 2024, in Thatcher, AZ. He was born on September 12, 1929, in Morenci, AZ, to his beloved parents Anastacio & Felipa Moran Sigala with siblings Juan, Ernest, Antonio, Robert, Daniel, Elias, Anastacio Jr., Fernando, Raquel, Chato & Robert Jr.
Joe led...
June Billingsley Jacobs
Jun 18, 2024
June Jacobs, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 18, 2024 in Safford, Arizona. She was born on November 4, 1937, in Phoenix, Arizona to Robert Howard Billingsley and Rose Wesson Billingsley.
June was known for her love of treasure hunting at yard sales and thrift stores, where she found joy in discovering unique items. However, her...
Mary "Paula" Earven
Jun 18, 2024
Mary Alice "Paula" Phillips Earven was born to Joseph Loss Phillips & Eula Phillips, ranchers and farmers in Duncan, AZ, on January 31, 1930.
She met and married, the only man her father forbad her to date, the love of her life Myge P. "Cowboy" Earven. They ran off to Lordsburg, NM to elope without her family’s knowledge. That night...
Nick Michalegko
Jun 16, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing Nick Michalegko, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. Nick departed this world on June 16, 2024, in his hometown of Safford, Arizona. He was born on February 17, 1929, in Mayburg, Pennsylvania, to Michael & Anastasia Michalegko.
Nick led a life filled with purpose and dedication. Graduating...
Glen Lee Dowdle
Jun 13, 2024
Glen Lee Dowdle, age 76 of Safford, Arizona entered into eternity June 13, 2024 at Haven of Safford. Glen was born June 28, 1947 in Provo, Utah to Max Robert Dowdle and Harriet Leona West Dowdle. He joined two older brothers Arthur and Don.
He grew up in Orem, Utah and graduated from Orem High School. Glen served a mission for...
Ellis Black
Jun 12, 2024
Ellis Rex Black, 82, of Ft. Thomas, passed away at his home on June 12, 2024. He was born November 12, 1941 at his home in Geronimo, AZ to parents Rex and Lorna (Brown) Black. He was 4th of 7 kids. His siblings were Lewis Black, Belva (Marble), Sherrill (Herbert), Steven Black, Spencer Black, and Edith (Richards). He spent his...
Jaret Elrage
Jun 9, 2024
“Our beloved Jaret Elrage Hawes (33) tragically left us on June 9, 2024. Loved and missed by long term girlfriend Rianne Whitmire (Kaydence), Mother Roxanne Cobos-Dramse (Don), Dad Mike Hawes (April), Siblings Bhreanna Horton (Tim), Ashley Hawes and Loren Hawes. Grandparents Larry Cobos and Harold Hawes. Along with many Uncles, Aunts, Nieces, Nephews and other family members. He was preceded...
Rosemary Salinas
Jun 8, 2024
Rosemary Salinas, born on January 4, 1956, peacefully passed away on June 8 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and member whose presence will be deeply missed by all had the privilege of knowing her. Rosemary was a beacon of kindness and grace, with a warm smile that could brighten even the darkest of days. gentle nature...
