August 19, 1951 - December 3, 2021 Edward C. Castro, 70, passed away December 3, 2021 in Casa Grande. He was born in Florence on August 19, 1951. He liked to work on cars and he enjoyed life to the fullest. He liked to write and be with his friends. He is survived by his children Karina, Georgia, Isabel, and Edward Jr.; sisters Maria Chavez and Rita Johnson; brothers Frank Castro, Carlos Castro, and Manuel Flores and 11 grandchildren. Edward is preceded in death by his par

August 4, 1986 - December 24, 2021 Andrea Nicole Tapia passed away December 24, 2021 in Tucson. She was 35. She was born in Casa Grande. AZ on August 4, 1986. She went to Casa Grande Union High School and worked in sales. Andrea loved to spend time with family, especially her children. She was very wise and smart and gave great advice. Andrea was caring and loving and put others ahead of herself. She liked vacationing in Sedona and the White Mountains. She was very ad

November 24, 1962 - December 25. 2021 Barbara Ellen Wilden, 59, passed away on December 25, 2021 in Casa Grande. She was born November 24, 1962. Barbara was loved in our community. She was known as "Redneck Mama". She was a very strong woman and inspired many to keep going. Barbara loved spending time doing crafts with her grandkids. going camping and having back yard gatherings with family, friends, and all her redneck clan. Barbara was a home health caregiver, Mom Gran

July 19, 1956 - December 3, 2021 Gordon Beck Jr. died at the age of 65 from Covid pneumonia on Deember 3, 2021 at Banner University Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. He was an avid Civil War collector and reenactor and loved math and languages. He graduated Purdue College with a degree in french and math. Gordon retired after 30 years from Inland Steel at the age of 49 with the hope of teaching math in Arizona where he wanted to live since he was young. He moved to Arizona in 2

August 24, 1952 - December 22, 2021 Mario Ybarra, Sr. passed away December 22, 2021 at home in Pinal County. He was 69. He was born on August 24, 1952 in Santa Barbara, CA. Mario was a man of many talents. He was an artist and loved to draw and work on cars with his sons. He loved his dogs. He was a loving husband and father and he will be missed. He was a man of God. He is survived by his wife Rita Jaquez; children Mario Ybarra, Jr., Genesa Ybarra, Maria Jaquez, Suzie

July 24, 1972 - December 4, 2021 Jason R. Moe passed away December 4, 2021 at home in Casa Grande. He was 49. Jason was a wonderful man. His sense of humor was unique and so priceless! He could always put a smile on your face even if you were in a bad mood. He blessed our lives with his lion heart, love and fun filled energy. We will cherish the many fabulously fun adventures, laughter, and joyful times we had with him. Thank you Jason for all the love, fun, adventures,

February 22, 1937 - December 13, 2021 With profound sadness we announce the passing of Doreen Leggitt, our loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Doreen passed away peacefully on December 13, 2021 after a battle with cancer. She was 84. She was born and raised in Roseville, Michigan. She relocated and raised her family in Traverse City, MI after she married her longtime friend and true love, Marvin (Bud) Leggitt in May of 1954. He preceded her in dea

December 14, 1976 - December 7, 2021 Christopher Raul Ronquillo, beloved Son, Father, Grandfather, and Uncle passed away December 7, 2021. He was born in Casa Grande December 14, 1976. Chris was devoted to his family and always put them first, especially his daughter Savannah and his 4 granddaughters Milani, Azalea, Camellia, and Aiyana. He never said no to babysitting his granddaughters and his nieces and nephews. He always had lots of treats for them. He was a devoted f

August 15, 1935 - December 2, 2021 Patricia "Gayle" Leniger passed away December 2, 2021 in The Enclave at Gilbert. She was 86. Gayle was born August 15, 1935 in Casswill, MO to O.W. and Alta McCowan. Her family moved to Wichita, KS where she went to high school at East High. She met Charles and they married and they recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. They raised their children in Spencer, IA and retired to Casa Grande, where they lived full time for the

October 22, 1936 - November 23, 2021 Thomas Capone passed away November 23, 2021 in Casa Grande. He was 85. He was born in Freeport, IL to Joseph and Kathryn Capone. He went to West High School in Rockford, IL. Thomas served in the Army. He went to the University of Illinois. He was head sales manager for Culligan Water and owned Culligan water in Casa Grande. He enjoyed golf, tennis, and was a diver. He loved being around family. Thomas is survived by his wife of 60 y