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Gustavo Carrasco Obituary

Gustavo Carrasco Born March 6, 1926, Gus followed God's path all his life until his death March 19, 2011. Born in Chihuahua, Mexico and proud of his U.S. citizenship. He leaves brothers and sister and many nieces and nephews and his lifetime partner of 60 years, Ron MacBain. Gus so loved his Westies and his garden and a Celebration of Gus' life will be held in his blue garden at a later date. Donations in memory of Gus would be appreciated by the Benedictine Monastery. Arrangements by HUDGEL'S SWAN FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 27, 2011.

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Ed & Berny Burke

April 26, 2011

Gustavo Carrasco " GUS " A truly "Gentle Man" .. His folk Art & flowers throughout the Fabulous Garden that is redesigned & created every Year by Ron & Gus, has no equal ! Ron and Gus worked as "one" for over 60 years creating the beauty of heaven , here on earth ..
Gus's gentle spirit is shown through His caring for His "Westies",birds,animals, Family & Friends . He was a true friend , We miss Him very much

linda kurowski

April 25, 2011

For a dear friend and my mentor,you left quite a legacy here on earth,with your love and sharing and jokes. we all miss you very much, but i know that god need you for many reasons and now he will have the best garden (i hope he likes blue) and friend.say hello to my dad, He' gods landscaper. you guys will get along great!love and miss you ,see you someday.cant wait to see what you've done with the place,linda

Mary Blythe

April 24, 2011

April 24, 2011

Ah Gus, how we will miss your graciousness and your talents,every flower you gazed at always bloomed.
I will be in your garden on that day we all gather to celebrate Gus, the magnificent Gentleman.
We will never forget you, Artiste.
Thanks for all you taught us.

Michael Cota

March 29, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the family and many friends of Gus.
Gus was a gracious host I will remember fondly.

Knowing that I enjoyed taking care of and reviving houseplants Gus kept me well suppled.

Bev Green

March 28, 2011

Ronnie,
So sorry to hear about Gus, please know my prayers are with you, Gus was a wonderful manand will be greatly missed
God Bless you
xoxoxoxo

Bev Green
(Mary Ann Christ sister)

Kay (Smith)Quiroz

March 28, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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