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Arturo Espinoza Obituary

Arturo M. "Turi" Espinoza 52, of Tucson, passed away September 25, 2005. Preceded in death by father, Armando Espinoza, Sr. Survived by, wife, Odine L. Espinoza; mother, Graciela M. Espinoza; mother-in-law, Damiana Lopez of Claypool; son, Andres (Jessika Rose); sisters, Erlinda (Frank Caudillo), Maria Elena (Louie Ramirez) and Elizabeth (Peter Dalton); sisters-in-law, Gloria Rico and Olivia Cordero (Roman) of Glendale; brothers, Armando (Kathleen) and Arnoldo. Also survived by two grandchildren, Tristan and Kyra and many nieces and nephews. Beloved husband, father, Tata, son and brother. Turi was an Asst. Vice President for Chicanos Por La Causa Behavioral Health and devoted his career to helping people with mental health issues; working in Tucson until relocating to Phoenix in 2001. He re-organized and restructured the Parenting Arizona Program for Phoenix and the rural area. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 30, 2005 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Saturday, October 1, 2005, 9:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Sep. 28, 2005.

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Luka

April 4, 2025

I don't know him very well, but he's my grandfather, i'm the Son of Andres and Jessika Espinoza. My Grandma used to say he'd spoil me, Tristan, and Kyra rotten if he knew us. I wish he did. To this day i'm still learning about him and my family. Today in class I found this in search of my family tree.

Linda Espinoza

October 6, 2005

I have a permanent void in my heart for my brother. I will miss his voice on the phone saying "hey kid, what's shakin" May God Bless those of us he left behind and help us to be strong in our faith.

Jessica Espinoza Dalton

October 6, 2005

My Tio Turi was a great man who loved his family very much. I will always remember my Tio standing in his pool with his straw hat on and a beer in his hand telling everyone to get in the pool with him. I love my Tio Turi very much, and I will miss him.

Dolores Casillas

October 3, 2005

Dear Espinoza family:

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I'll always remember Turi as a good man who passionately dedicated himself to his family and his work. Que en paz descanse.

Laura Mich Perkosky

September 30, 2005

I worked with Arturo the five years I lived in Tucson. We became fast friends and helped me through many difficukt periods in my life. His calmness and support were many of the things I admired most. I havemissed him in the past 5 years and will miss him even more now. He always spoke so lovingly of Dee and his family. I hope you knew how much he cherished all of you.

In deepest sympathy

David Larimer

September 30, 2005

I would start my mornings off with a visit to Arturo's office and get my morning hug.

We became road warriors with all our trips around the state.

We were roommates to some incredible conferences.

Arturo, I will miss your insights, gentle spirit and friendship.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Dee, Andy and Jessica.

Josette Arvallo

September 30, 2005

Odine, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure Lupe Quintero was waiting for Arturo at the gates. Know that he is not alone and now in Gods hands...

Martha Castaneda

September 30, 2005

Dear Odine and Espinoza family,

Please accept our most heartfelt condolences. We in Yuma will miss Arturo greatly, his smile, his laugh, and his undying support for us. He was the best.

Frank & Rosie Gallardo

September 29, 2005

Odine, our deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Both Rosie and I are honored to have known such a good person on both a personal and professional level. It was always a pleasure working with him and I will miss him telling me “y ahora que quieres Frank” every time I’d walk into his office. He will be missed….Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Janet Leyva

September 29, 2005

Though we said goodbye, it's only for awhile, and your dear loved one wears a heavenly smile. Soaring with angels..trying our new wings..smiling happy.. as with them she sings. There is no more pain, and his body is new, saying goodbye is temporary for you.D.Lanford

Sarah Valencia

September 29, 2005

My thought and prayer are with you (Lena) and your family.

Love, Sarah

Manuel Medina

September 28, 2005

Arturo and I use to share coffee evey morning at CPLC and have discussions about our grand children and the history of labor organizing in the mining communities of Arizona and his travels with his uncle Maclovio. I will always remember his love for his family and the need to organize.

Lyvonne Betterton (Hill)

September 28, 2005

I just want to express my condolences to Odine and family in your loss. I know God is faithful and pray He will help you through this time of sadness. Please know you are in my prayers.

Domingo Antonio "Papo" Rodriguez

September 28, 2005

To the Espinoza Family...Our hearths, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. As a co-worker and friend, we at CPLC-CHHS will miss him. Besides his good work and accomplishments..Arturo was a good and humble man who would do whatever it took to help people. Dee....he did it right....Papo

Maria Maldonado

September 28, 2005

Arturo was my friend and mentor even before I arrived at Chicanos Por La Causa. I will miss his support and advice. He taught me the importance of understanding and cooperating with your neighbor to bring mutual perspectives together for the betterment of all. I want to express my sincerest condolences to the Espinoza family.

Helen O. Rubalcava

September 28, 2005

Odine, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in the presence of family and friends and know that Arturo is safe at home with our LORD JESUS CHRIST. My prayers are with you.

Louie & Dolores Tapia

September 28, 2005

Arturo "Loco" we are all going to miss you and your humor. It was always a pleasure to see you and how you always had something positive to say about everyone you knew.

Sherrie Harris

September 28, 2005

Odine, I am so terribly sorry for your loss my prayers go out to you and your family may god be with all of you at this difficult time my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

andres espinoza

September 28, 2005

We will all miss my father greatly and I thank everyone for their support and prayers.

Christopher Nelson Rose Sr

September 28, 2005

He will be met at the "Gates" by my Ruth Jane who passed in OCT 7, 1988......and Dorothy Elizabeth who passed OCT 27 2000 ...Both most most gracious ladies

Rose Family-East

Julie Ramirez

September 28, 2005

my tio turi was a wonderful person. i will always remember the fun times we had either getting our christmas trees together or going to dances and listening to the best tejano music in town. i will miss you dearly.

Estee Hogan

September 28, 2005

I would like to offer my thoughts, prayers and love to Dee and family. Arturo was an amazing man. Kindhearted, warm, compassionate and had a great sense of humor. He was a very dear friend, wonderful teacher and role model. I will miss him terribly.

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