Stella Mercedes Bugh

Stella Mercedes Bugh, born on January 20, 1937, in Phoenix, Arizona, peacefully passed away on July 24, 2025, in Glendale, Arizona. A beloved matriarch, she leaves behind a legacy of warmth, love, and resilience that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.

Stella was the proud mother of three daughters who survive her: Debbie Solomon, Diane Schneider (Mark), and Bridgette Vallejo. She was also a dedicated grandmother to 4 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Her family was the center of her life, and she often found joy in the small moments shared among them.

Stella's life was marked by the love of her late husband, Charles D. Bugh, and the sorrow of losing her son, Armando Urias Solomon Jr. Her family is comforted that she was welcomed into the gates of Heaven by both and other family members who went before her. Stella's devotion to her family was profound, and her influence will remain a guiding light in their lives as they navigate the days ahead.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during the visitation at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Donohoe Hall, 1954 N. 24th St., in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial located inside of the church at 11:00 AM. She will then be interred at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th St., in Phoenix. Following the burial, all are welcomed to continue the celebration of her life in Donohoe Hall at St. Agnes Catholic Church from 2:00 - 5:00 PM. 

As we remember Stella, we celebrate a life well-lived and a heart that touched so many. Her kindness, laughter, and unwavering support will be greatly missed, yet her spirit will carry on through the generations she lovingly nurtured.