Obituaries
Recent obituaries in Coconino County, Arizona.
The obituaries in the Coconino County, Arizona area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Coconino County, Arizona's history and identity.
Ray L. Baca
Oct 10, 2020
Raymond L. Baca, 64 years old, was born in Reserve, New Mexico and raised in McNary, Arizona. He then moved to Flagstaff when he was 10 years old. With great sadness Ray has went with the Lord on 10/10/20.
He is survived by his wife Diadama Baca, his daughter Kristin Barreras Baca, two sons Raymond (Rashelle) Baca...
John Moreland Dunford Jr.
Oct 9, 2020
John Moreland Dunford Jr. of Flagstaff passed away on October 9, 2020 due to complications from a motor vehicle accident. Hewas born on January 15, 1940in Evanston, Illinois to Mary and John Dunford Sr. John is survived by his son, John Moreland Dunford III, and his three daughters, Christine Mary Dunford, Mary Ann Francis Beamer, and Jeannie Marie Roth....
Julia Lopez Alexander-Blomgren
Oct 7, 2020
Julia Lopez Herrera Alexander-Blomgren, resident of Dewey-Humbolt, Arizona, formerly of Yakima, Washington, passed away on the 7th of October 2020 at Flagstaff Medical Center at the age of 83 years.
Juliana Lopez Herrera, always known as Julia, was born in Flagstaff, Arizona on January 7th, 1937. She was the 13th child in a family of 15 children....
Jody Lee Peterson
Sep 28, 2020
Jody Lee (Alfano) Peterson age 67, passed away suddenly on September 28, 2020.
She was born in 1952 to Leroy and Janet Alfano in Chicago, IL and raised in the suburb of Des Plaines, IL. She graduated Maine West High School, Des Plaines, IL in 1970. She moved to Prescott, AZ in 1983 and worked as a...
Stephen Matthew Flores
Sep 24, 2020
Stephen "Esteban' "Twin" Flores, a lover of life, musician, wine extraordinaire, and pillar of his community died tragically on September 24th 2020 at the age of 40 peacefully with his twin Brother Michael, Love Kristen, mother, father, stepfather and stepmother by his side, in his beloved city of Flagstaff AZ. Stephen was born on September 22nd 1980 to Emerald...
Jarrett Kristopher Shughart
Sep 12, 2020
Jarrett Shughart, 31, died on Saturday, September 12, 2020 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Jarrett was born on July 17, 1989, in Phoenix Arizona to Rosie and David Shughart.He spent his younger years in Phoenix and then moved to Munds Park, Arizona, where he spent most of his childhood and then moved into Flagstaff.Jarrett attended St. Mary's Catholic School and Flagstaff...
Sophia Osorio Weiss
Sep 12, 2020
Heaven unexpectedly gained a new angel on the evening of 9/12/2020. Sophia Weiss was born in El Paso, Texas on March 9, 1964 to Daniel and Leonor Osorio while Daniel proudly served in the United States military. Sophia spent her days of youth in the small Northern Arizona towns of Flagstaff and Sedona – enjoying a rich childhood surrounded...
Jessie Rachel Thomas
Sep 7, 2020
Jessi was born on January 16, 1999. She grew up in Flagstaff surrounded by the beautiful mountains and amongst the stars that she loved so much. While in Flagstaff she found her love Daniel Shuck and they embarked on growing their love and life together. With a prayer and holding hands they packed their bags and looking for their...
Julie Michelle Mileham
Sep 7, 2020
Julie Michelle Mileham, age 41, passed away peacefully at home on September 7, 2020.She was born to Kim and Lorraine Mileham on February 5, 1979 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Julie grew up in Flagstaff and attended Weitzel Elementary School, East Flagstaff Junior High School, and Sinagua High School.She later attended Yavapai College where she obtained her nursing degree.She was passionate...
C. Russell Coen, Jr.
Aug 31, 2020
C. Russell Coen, Jr. of Sedona, Arizona passed away at age 82 on Monday, August 31, 2020 from a massive stroke. Russ was predeceased by his parents, Carroll and Ruth Coen, and by his sisters Joan (Tenny) Neprud and Patricia (Duane) Kafer. He is survived by his wife Sharon; his children, Kevin (Sheridan) Coen, Elizabeth (Charlie) Celeste and Edward...
Doris "Dora" Jean Griego
Aug 26, 2020
Doris "Dora" Jean Griego of Happy Holbrook passed away peacefully in ShowLow AZ, on the glorious morning of August 26, 2020 embraced by the loving arms of Jesus Christ.She was born on February 1, 1940.Her heavenly welcoming party included her parents, Tomas & Isadora Apodaca, siblings Juanita, Francis, Alice, Nick, Pete, Amey &( Mary), Dickey, her late husband Louis...
Maria (Josie) Josephine Sampson
Aug 16, 2020
Josie (Chavez) Sampson, age 69, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2020 after a short but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and loved ones as Amazing Grace played softly in the background. She was born and raised in Flagstaff, Arizona. She attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School before graduating from Flagstaff High School in...
Donald Charles Jones
Aug 12, 2020
Our loving father, Donald Charles Jones, age 68, passed away 82020 in Phoenix, AZ with family at his side due to complications from Valley Fever. He was born 1951 in Harvey, Illinois and spent his childhood in Hazel Crest, Illinois. He attended Iowa State University and Grace College of the Bible in Omaha. Following he moved to Milwaukee, WI...
Richard G. Herr Jr.
Aug 4, 2020
Richard George Herr JR. 79, of Flagstaff Arizona, passed away on August 4th. Richard was born on May 13th, 1941 to Richard George Herr Sr and Doris Jean Herr in Lansing MI. Richard attended J.W. Sexton High School. After high school Richard enlisted in the United States Marine corps and served during Vietnam. He went on to study Business...
James Garcia Jr.
Jun 8, 2020
James Garcia Jr., born on March 11, 1942 in Flagstaff, Arizona passed peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on June 8, 2020. James enjoyed watching sports, his favorite teams were LA Dodgers and Greenbay Packers. In his early years you would find Jimmy either bowling, throwing horseshoes or playing softball.James served in the United...
Nathaniel ""Nate"" William Pugh
Jun 6, 2020
Nathaniel William Pugh "Nate", much loved son and brother, passed away unexpectedly June 6, 2020. Born March 29, 1991 in Flagstaff, Nate loved living in his mountain town and enjoyed his work as an electrical technician, with aspirations of becoming a programmer.He graduated from Sinagua High School and was a sponge for knowledge, his curiosity was never ending. From...
Andrew A. Martinez
May 27, 2020
Andrew A. Martinez, 31, of Flagstaff, died May 27, 2020. Born February 4, 1989, in Flagstaff. He is survived by his daughter, Desirae Martinez, his mother Gloria Torres and Bobby Garcia, Uncle Richard Torres; a brother from California; Aunt Debbie and Uncle Jim Mendoza of Phoenix; Great Aunts & Uncles; many cousins from Flagstaff, Phoenix and Williams, AZ. He...
Freddie M. Colmenero
May 9, 2020
Freddie M. Colmenero passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020.Fred was born in Flagstaff on August 7, 1942 to Felix and Stella Colmenero. Freddie was enlisted in the Navy from 1960 to 1965.He was a heavy equipment operator and was a member of the Union of Operating Engineers #428. He enjoyed softball and driving his Vette and Harley. Freddie...
Father Alfred Tachias
May 5, 2020
Fr. Alfred Tachias, a priest of the Diocese of Gallup, died May 5, 2020 at his residence at Villa Guadalupe in Gallup, NM.
Fr. Tachias was born in 1932 in Cabezon, NM, and ordained for priestly ministry in the Diocese of Gallup in 1959. He served at parishes in Kingman, AZ, St. Johns, AZ, Sacred Heart Cathedral...
Edward H. Garcia
Apr 23, 2020
EDWARD H. GARCIA, July 31, 1932 – April 23, 2020.From Reserve, New Mexico is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Josie Magana Garcia, his 5 children, Mary Lou Tristan (Ramiro), Virginia "Ginnie" Diaz (Manuel), Anthony (Mary Ann), Larry, Leonard (Lorraine).Blessed with 19 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 6 great great-grandchildren.Also survived by his siblings, Benny, Clara, Robert, and...
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