Mary Ruth Escobar, of Clifton, entered into rest Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, at the Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center. She was 75.

Lucy N. Garcia, age 87 and a resident of Clifton, entered into eternal rest Tuesday morning, Dec. 7, 2021, at her residence, with her family surrounding her.

Alonzo Maya Coronado, a resident of Thatcher and a World War II United States Army veteran, quietly entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021, at his residence, with his beloved sweetheart of 74 years, Velia, at his bedside. Alonzo was 94.

Maria Heredia, a resident of Duncan, entered into eternal rest Nov. 25, 2021, at the Tucson Medical Center. Maria was 72.

Christopher Benavidez was born in Morenci on Feb. 21, 1975, to Norma Buccellato and Samuel Benavidez. Chris was the oldest of his four siblings: Bryan, Adam, Anthony, and Zach. He is survived by his wife, Cathy; and his five children; Gabby, Joey, Isaiah, Matthew, and Isabella.