Nancy Abril Obituary
Nancy Barriga Abril was born on December 17, 1957 in San Manuel and passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Nancy graduated from high school in San Manuel and went on to attend nursing school, where she earned both her associate's and bachelor's degrees in nursing. She was dedicated to caring for others and took great pride in her work.
She loved spending time outdoors, going riding, and being with friends and family. Nancy was married to the love of her life Florencio "Lencho" Abril and together they built a life centered on faith, family, and love.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Florencio (Lencho) Abril; her children, Harvey Gomez (Jessica Buelna) and Rachel Tovar (Paul Tovar); her sister, Terry Salaiz (Conrad Salaiz); eight grandchildren; and many great-
grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Magdalena Chavez Barriga and Guadalupe Cisneros Barriga; her sister, Rebecca Johnson; and her niece, Christina Barriga.
Services for Nancy will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Vistoso Funeral Home in Oro Valley.
Nancy will be greatly missed and forever loved and cherished by those who knew her.
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