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Arthur Perez Obituary
He was born on October 14, 1923, in Phoenix to Geraldo and Guadalupe Perez. He originally lived in the Golden Gate barrio prior to being drafted into the Army during World War II. He was a scout for
the Army's 112th Infantry, Company E, 28th Division where he served during the Battle of the Bulge. While in Normandy, he became injured by shrapnel from a German grenade which penetrated
his left thigh. After the war, he married Lena Abril. He worked at Money Olds (Edward Olds)
until he retired in 1990. He was an active participant with Sacred Heart Church where he ushered and chaperoned CYO events. He coached baseball for Parks and Recreation, was a member of American Legion #41, and a recipient of the Purple Heart. He is predeceased by his parents, two brothers, one sister and one granddaughter. He is survived by his wife Lena of 63 years, son Arthur (Lucy), daughters Margaret (Larry-deceased) Salas, and Dorene (Tony) Arellano. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, his sisters Jesse Miranda, Alice Sterling, Ernestine Saiz, and his brothers Alfonso and Bobby. Dad (Tata), we love you and we will miss you. Visitation will be from 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. with Rosary at 7:00 P.M., Monday, July 14, 2008, at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 East Indian School Road. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 E. Libra Drive, Tempe, with interment following at St. Francis Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Perez
Elizabeth,Fuentes Chavez
July 16, 2008
To the Perez family, Sorry to here about uncle Art He is always remembered in our hearts and will be missed. Ida,Irene.Daine,Lisa & Valentino Fuentes.
Xavier Galaz
July 15, 2008
Thank you for all the fond memories you have given and shared with me and my family. You have been an inspiration to all. You have shown us how to be proud of who you are and stand for what you believe in. Thank you for all your stories and military tribute. You have left behind a wonderful legacy and you will be greatly missed. You will always be in our hearts and in our memories. With much respect and love, Xavier
David Hernandez
July 15, 2008
My heartfelt condolences to the Perez, Salas, and Arellano families. Art and Lena did a wonderful job raising a beautiful family, who in turn raised wonderful children. God Bless you and Lena. the Hernandez family.
mary j gonzales enriquez
July 14, 2008
dearest perez family
I have remember you as a young child. We lived on the same street. I remember your home always green and lush trees and flowers. My brother always was your son friend. I will never forget that beatiful yard when I walked to school. You will always be in my memory when I look at beatiful yards. My prayers to your family. My LORD BLESS ALL OF YOU. Mary Gonzales Enriquez
sarah schweiger
July 14, 2008
i send my love and sympathy to the family. art,(tata) i will always remember your strength and your smile.you will be missed! -sarah
Felicia Calderon
July 14, 2008
“Too busy with the crowded hour to fear to live or die.” Ralph Waldo Emerson, a great philosopher and writer.
In reflection of my final memory of “Tots” this quote best encompassed the atmosphere for what I now call the most paramount “crowded hour” that I was honored to share.
Upon my last visit to the hospital each minute seemed to slowly turn as loved ones filled “Tots’s” once airy room with long careful breaths and light whispers of “We love you Tots” and “You are not alone” into his ear. Every measured turn of the knob of “Tots’s” room door revealed yet another faithful visitor eager for their father, grandfather, great-grandfather, etc., to hear their words of endearments and hoped that their gentle touches would provide comfort. In the interim of each visitor the devoted wife of “Tots” sat firmly beside her husband with her hand gently grasping his as she prayed to bring her Arthur back home. Sporadic giggles of “Tots’s” great-grandchildren also competed with the steady prayers and tears of their elders. This was just a piece of time I captured in this “crowded hour” enriched with the love of family and friends submerged in devoted faith that never permitted “Tots” the time to fear the next steps of life.
This was a man who lived the essence of courage in every breath and stood true to its significance to the end. I can only thank God that I was so fortunate to have met someone who was so brave, selfless and loved. I feel that it would be a great misfortune for me or for the people who knew “Tots” to not embrace his eternal footprints of love, compassion, selflessness and courage into the future, so that we may all share such a glorious “crowded hour.”
Margaret Solares
July 13, 2008
Tata Art,
I thank you deeply for the kindness you gave me all the years of your life.You were so good to my children and I could always see the love in your eyes for them. You rest in the Arms of God now, ready to watch over your family and await us all meeting again. Peace, joy and love to you Tata, I respected you always.
Jeanine Odom
July 13, 2008
Dear Perez family,
I pray the Lord's peace upon you in this time. I will always remember Art's happy smile and friendly wave everytime I drove down the street! May God be with you and yours.
your neighbor,
Barbara Perez
July 12, 2008
Tata Art, I miss you very much. You are missed so much by all the family. You will always be in our memories as a kind, loving generous man who loved talking to people and making them feel so warm and welcome to your home. I always thought of you as smart sharp -thinking, active man even in your late ages. Your yard and home were always orderly and well manicured. It was always a pleasure to see your back yard with all the vegetation and birds. It was like being at a park.
You also had a character that many of your children and their children possessed... the love and caring for animals. You are in God's care and comfort and peace. Love you forever your granddaughter, Barbara Perez
cora cuen
July 12, 2008
Our sympathy on Arthur Cuen Perez passing. Please can you share with me family names. I'm related to the Cuen,Valenzuela,Perez family. Thank You & Gods Blessings be yours.
cora.
Gloria & Tom Askland & Family
July 12, 2008
Dearest Family:
You husband, dad and Tata has left quite a legacy - it shines on the faces of all his family. He was a tremendous generous man and a person with so much wisdom - it has been a pleasure and honor to have had him in our lives. Memories of his life will live on - the family will carry his legacy and the grand devotion they have for him. Continue to be strong as he was for you.
All our love and much respect always to a beautiful family.
Eydie Robertson
July 12, 2008
I remember Uncle Art. He was always a proud man. When he stood up, he seemed to always be "standing at attention."
Uncle Art is now with our beloved family in heaven and I know my Nana Lola is receiving him with open arms, Uncle Frank too, among others.
Condolences to Nina Lena, Margaret and family, Dorena and family, Snooky and family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Uncle Art rest in peace with our Father. You left behind a great legacy and will be missed.
Rachel B. Munoz
July 12, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your lost. Our prayers are with the family.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
John Chandler
July 12, 2008
Tata Art will always have a special place in my heart as do all of the Perez Familia. I remember all the holidays and get togethers and I cherish those memories. He always made me feel part of the family with a firm handshake, a warm welcome and a cold drink. He would talk about his life and offer us fresh oranges from the trees out in back of the house. He was a wonderful man who enjoyed his family and church. He let me know in his words and actions that he was glad I was good to his granddaughter Barbara. He would share his thoughts and offer good advice for life. Tata Art will be missed by everyone that knew him but they need to look no further than thier heart and memories to find him. All my greatest love and respect to him and his familia. John
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