Johnny Gomez

Johnny Gomez obituary, Safford, AZ

Johnny Gomez

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19

Mass of Christian Burial

12:00 p.m.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

311 Central Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546

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Johnny Gomez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Vining Funeral Home - Safford on Sep. 8, 2025.

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Juan C. Gomez, known by all as Johnny, of Safford and a United States Army veteran, entered into rest Saturday, September 6, 2025, at his residence with his wife of 72 years, Emma, and his family at his bedside. Johnny was 92.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Johnny will be celebrated Friday, September 19, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church by Rev. Benjamin Aguilar.

A rosary and prayers will be offered Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.

Johnny's eulogy will be shared on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., also at the church.

A gathering and meal for family and friends will follow all services in the St. Rose of Lima Bereavement Hall.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

19

Mass of Christian Burial

12:00 p.m.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

311 Central Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Vining Funeral Home - Safford

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.