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Sarah Diaz Obituary

Sarah "Sally" A. Diaz born on July 28, 1947 in Tucson, AZ and was taken home with God on May 2, 2011. Sarah was born to Paul A. and Mary Anzaletta (Rooker) Terry who preceded her in death. There will never be enough time or words to express what our mother and friend means to us. Sarah was a strong and courageous woman who overcame many obstacles in her life and faced each one of them with a braveness that will never be matched. Sarah worked tirelessly to provide for her six children and was most proud of the 12 years she spent as a CSM for Wal-Mart. Our mom was famously know and recognized at work for her long black curls and even longer fingernails and was a customer favorite. Years after retiring, she was still stopped all over town and asked if she worked at Wal-Mart. We are so proud that our mother touched so many lives and this will help sustain us until we are with her in Heaven. Sarah is survived by her cherished sister, Theresa Terry; brothers, Dale and Patrick Terry; her six children and 15 grandchildren, who all were her sole reason for living, Johnny (Norma), Brittini, Levi and Jordan Diaz, Lonny Diaz, Cisco (Gricelda), Diego and Maricruz Diaz, Leon (Margie) Diaz, Ruben Crespo, Esteban and Trinity Diaz, Gabriel (Emily), Alana and Agustus Diaz and Catarina "Tina" (Ronald), CodyAllen, Genevie, Yasmine, Mikala and Adianna Lopez. A Memorial Service will be held on May 14, 2011 at First Assembly of God, 1749 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mom, here is the rainbow you've been praying for and it's now a bright sun shiny day. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION AND BURIAL.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on May 10, 2011.

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Marilyn Phillips

May 4, 2024

I knew Sarah many years ago in Columbus, Ohio. I knew her when she was just Sally Terry with a young son, Jon. Her family lived next door to me. Her mom Anzie and her sister Theresa were my dearest friends and we lost touch when they moved away. I have been searching for them a long time and I´m sorry that this obituary is how I finally found where they had gone. I greatly miss their friendship.

manny fernandez

July 15, 2011

this is sad news for me sally was a great person im glad to have known her friend manny fernandez

Christina ValenzuelaMease

June 13, 2011

I have always kept Sally in my heart all these years . I had some of the greatest times playing, & growing up with her children. God Bless.

May 22, 2011

To the entire family of Sally as we called her back in the day of Tucson Mountain Little League, we were so shocked to hear about your mother's passing. We saw her at Walmart while she was working and then lost contact. One thing about her she loved her family no doubt about that and was a person that wasn't fake, she was honest and her own person. She was a kind soul, we are glad she is not suffering now and free of pain. Sincerely, Pam and Mark Kern (Jason, Josh and JD Johnson)

May 13, 2011

our deepest condolences, Our prayers to all of Sallys family.She was the sweetest person ive ever known. She did alot for the Kane family and will never be forgotten, Welove you Sally! Love pat,Cody, joseph and rest of family.

Donna (Esqueda) Frost

May 13, 2011

My deepest condolences to the Diaz and Terry families on the passing of your most beloved mother and sister. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow and my prayers are with both all of you and your mother. May the Lord Bless and be with you all.

suzzette kane

May 12, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Diaz family.She will always be in my heart and always put a smile on my face.

christine johnson

May 12, 2011

john i am so sorry about your mom i wish i could be there with your family in this time of sorrow love chrisina

May 10, 2011

Our thoughts are with the whole diaz family. We know that the loss of sally will be a loss to every one that new her and loved her.Our prayers are with you and your family.

RICHARD,JOSIE & LOUIE MCHUGH

cecilia rodriguez

May 10, 2011

To the family of Sarah Diaz, our smypathy and prayers are with the family.Your friend Cecilia from the service desk. We worked together for along time.

DaVita Tucson South

May 10, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Rachel Chacon

May 10, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Know that she is smiling down on you and will always be with you in your hearts.

May 10, 2011

My deepest sympathies to Sally's family. I knew Sally years ago when we were all young and crazy (Donna, Dee, Sally, and me) and have many memories of those days. Marg "Chata" Chacon

May 10, 2011

Our condolences to all the Diaz family. Sally was a hard working lady that cared alot for her children. It was a pleasure to have coached her boys and to have served with her on the board at Tucson Mountain Little League. God bless you all and R.I.P. Sally.
Henry and Martha Soto

May 10, 2011

My condolences to family and friends. I hope you all can find comfort in reading Ps 68:19,20 during this time of sorrow.

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