Obituary
Guest Book
Louis E Duran, “Sugar Bear”
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis “Louie” Duran, Thursday, June 20, 2024. He was Born January 7th, 1962 in Phoenix, Arizona and raised in Laveen, Arizona. Survived by Wife Emily Salinas, Step Children, Jessica Gonzales, Tanya Salinas, Daniel Salinas, Thomas Salinas and 5 grandchildren, Brothers Joseph Duran, Mark Duran, and Sister Anita “Anna” Duran. Preceded in death by his Mother Josephine and Father Louis Duran. Louie worked for the Arizona Department of Transportation for 26 years. He loved Golf and football. He was a devoted fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
Memorial Service will be held July 13, 2024, 11:00 A.M. at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center 12420 N. 103rd Ave in Sun City, Arizona with Reception to follow.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more