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Fred Tafoya, 57, of Tempe, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. Fred was married to his best friend Anne for 26 years. He will be deeply missed by many, including his mother Carmen, sisters Lorraine and Patsy, sons Daniel and Adam, and daughter Briana. Fred loved to spend time with his "M and M boys," his grandchildren Matthew and Michael, who loved to try vegetables with their Papa from his garden. Fred loved his lifelong career as a baker. He also worked at the family-owned restaurant, El Bravo, for many years. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2011, at Hansen Chapel, 8314 N. 7th St., Phoenix, beginning with rosary at 1:00 PM and service at 1:30. Memorial contributions can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org. Online condolences accepted at www.hansenmortuary.com.
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Diana Sanchez Stanton
June 18, 2011
Anne, these past two weeks my memories go back to the early 1970's. Fred, Gary, Bigelow than later Steve, Keith, and Mark, coming around to get Danny and always going to the next party. Of course Fred was always smiling. That is what I remember most. His smile all the way up to when I last saw him at the airport. We would compare costing for the airport food. He was another brother to me and very encourging when we last spoke. I will miss him deeply. With special remembrance of Fred....may you rest in peace dear friend. I Love You.
"Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to mee the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord". -ITHESSALONIANS 4:17
Anne, may our Lord's tender heart comfort and strengthen you and yours.
June 14, 2011
Our condolences to the family. Our dear cousin was loved by all. He was fun to be with and always made us laugh. Our prayers are with those left behind...until we meet in Heaven. Love to all. Cousins-Charlie and Annabelle Sharpe(Viera relative)(Fremont, Ca.)
Terri & Owen Koff
June 13, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to you Anne and the whole family.Always enjoyed Fred, he was a total gentleman. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Rosie Navarro
June 13, 2011
We grew up on the same neighborhood and can still remember your smile and the nicest family. Our prayers and condolences to the entire. Tafoya family. The. Navarro family. Johnny, Rosie , Roni & Danny
Emmett Hood
June 13, 2011
Anne, Just wanted to let you know that you will be in our prayers and our hope is that God can quickly fill the void that has be left by the loss of your "best friend".
shar chancey
June 13, 2011
Dear Ms Anne We three are thinking about u and your family everyday. We hope all is well
Briana Tafoya
June 12, 2011
I love you and miss you dad. May you now be at peace.
John Pizzi
June 12, 2011
We grew up in the same neighborhood Fred. It's been since high school that I saw you. You have found your peace.
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