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Elva Flores Obituary

Elva Flores 75, passed into the arms our Lord on Monday, June 22, 2015. Born to Jose and Belen Valdez on November 4, 1939 in Ajo, AZ. She moved to Tucson, AZ and married Ernesto Flores in 1963 and worked at Mother Higgins, First Federal and Hughes Aircraft before retiring in 1994. Her love for music/arts and the Tucson Community were her passion and she was involved in many events and organizations in which she inspired, mentored, and motivated many people. Elva is survived by her three sons, David, Steven and Andrew; daughters-in-law, Karla and Norma; grandchildren, David, Andrew Jr., Daniette, Angelica, Annayeli, Isabella and Alenna; great-grandkids, Gabriel and Ernesto; siblings, Jose, Ercilia, Elsa, Frank and many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday, June 29, 2015, 9:00 a.m. with Rosary recited at 9:30 a.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel) 240 S. Stone Ave., 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Augustine's Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. Elva's wish was that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Chispa Foundation, P.O. Box 35312, Tucson, AZ 85740, 520-544-9543. Memories may be shared at www.carrillostucsonmortuary.com

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 26, 2015.

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Andrew flores

July 3, 2025

Hey nana,
So many words I wished I had said, but I talk to you now through our lord and savior and just wanted to say I love you and miss you everyday.. ill see you one day

Lillian Flores Garcia

July 7, 2015

With great regrets I just found out my commarde and best friend has left us for a better place. My deepest condolences to the family and may God bless all of you.

Roy Vasquez

June 30, 2015

Condolences to Steve, David and Andrew. Thoughts and Prayers to Elva and Ernesto. You`re mom and dad are together again.

June 29, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. Elva was a great lady in our community and her work and inspiration will never be forgotten. It was a pleasure to have known her for all these years. GOD bless the family and all who knew her. Rest in peace my friend...

Roseanne Pryor

June 29, 2015

My prayers and thoughts are with your family during this time of loss. Elva gave me my first opportunity to work (in Tucson) at Hughes Aircraft which was such a great learning experience and the beginning of a great working career for me. Her caring and inspirational spirit led her to so many avenues in her lifetime. Her compassion for others and the Tucson community have left a legacy forever! Thank you Elva for all those who you have touched, motivated, inspired and loved. We will never forget you and are forever grateful for you and your love for others! You are walking on the streets of gold now, exactly where you belong and I will see you one day again! Abrazos y besos, Roseanne (Zozaya) Pryor

June 29, 2015

Mrs. Elva Flores, you hold a special place in my heart.. Mucho Gracias para todo Vaya con Dios..
She was sophisticated, feisty, no-nonsense woman. I'm so appreciative of her support of BWPC, especially during those early years Pushing us to excellence and hiring us to perform at various events. Hughes (now Raytheon), Las Culturas de Las Americas, etc My favorite was being chosen to direct various groups of Folkorico dancers and musicians at La Fuente on Oracle (fun place, great stories).. Our last collaboration was in 2012 during Tucson's Centennial Celebration in February... Great Collaborative Event.... You will be remembered very fondly....

Siempre Barbea Williams

June 29, 2015

My warmest condolences to the entire Flores Family. The Tucson community and all of Us that have had the pleasure to have been touched by Elva's Love will be missed. May you rest in peace with Our Lord. God Bless your Family.
Frank "Paco" Davis, Sarasota, Florida

Betty & Juan Villegas & Family

June 29, 2015

Dear Valdez and Flores Family, my deepest sympathy to all of you. Elva was a dear friend to my family, and me and I was privileged to spend many years where she inspired and taught me about cultural art preservation, community leadership, and friendship. She will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will miss her very much. Be comforted in knowing that her love and spirit will forever be with all of you, and her legacy in this community and in her community of Ajo will continue through all of us who she touched and mentored. God Bless and be with you always.

Raul Jordan

June 28, 2015

Our prays are with your family>

Evelyn and Joe Urrea

June 26, 2015

Our condolences and prayers to Elva's family. She will be missed but not forgotten, she had such a passion for the arts and culture.

June 26, 2015

Peace and prayers to the Flores family. Elva was an amazing mentor to me with my involvement with the Tucson community. Tucson is now missing an outstanding citizen but I know that she is now organizing committees in heaven. Rest in peace Elva you are truly missed. Dora Robles-Ancharski

Jennie Ahumada

June 26, 2015

My most sincere condolences to Elva's family. It was an honor and a privilege to have worked with Elva at Hughes and especially with HHEA. She was an awesome leader/organizer and most importantly a good friend. Working with her on different community events was always a fun experience and memories that I will carry with me forever. I send my thoughts and prayers to her loving family.
God Bless you and comfort you in your loss.

June 26, 2015

Flores family, my deepest sympathy. I will always cherish our early days of working together at Hughes, helping Elva with community events and most of all her joyful laughter. She has many friends and touched many people. I was privileged to be one of them.

Edilia (Rivera) McDaniel

June 26, 2015

Our dearest and very best wishes to your family. May God bless you all.
Rose Julia and Nenninger Family

Barvara Carrillo

June 26, 2015

Elva's Family,, I am so saddened but she will never be forgotten. She was an amazing woman and she had such a passion to inspire the arts/culture. She leaves behind her legacy of love for the Huspanuc community and her passion to inspire. I will miss driving Miss Daisy and the great times we had. God Bless Barbara Carrillo

Sylvia Palacios

June 26, 2015

Dear Flores Family: Your Mother is soaring with the angels. She is resting in peace with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Sylvia Palacios

Bob and Terri Gastellum

June 26, 2015

Dear Flores Family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. May our Lord and Ernesto welcome her home. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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