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Javier Ledesma Obituary
He was a proud member of the 35th Infantry Division. He fought in 4 major battle campaigns, including the Battle of the Bulge. He was awarded the Bronze star, the Distinguished Service Cross, Good Conduct Medal and the Combat Infantryman Badge. After the war he returned to finish his high school degree and then graduated from the University of Arizona. He also earned his Master of Science in Education.
Javier taught biology at Rincon High School for over 35 years. He was one of the first Latino high school teachers in TUSD. In 2015 he was inducted into the Rincon High School Hall of Fame.
He was predeceased by his mother Carlotta, brother Hector, son Joey and wife of 73 years Elda. He is survived by his children Javier (Susan), Jennifer (Bob), Jerry (Vivienne), Jaime (Ginny), John, Elena and Monica (Jose).
The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. David Whittman and Fresenius East Dialysis for their special care and love.
Services will be held at East Lawn Palms Mortuary on Wednesday, February 26th at 10:30 a.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Javier Ledesma
Lisa Rodriguez
May 7, 2025
My condolences to the family. Mr. Ledesma was the best science teacher. He made science fun. He was my teacher at RHS in 1983. May he rest in peace.
Linda Baade Andersen
March 3, 2025
I loved Mr Ledesma. He was one of my favorite teachers in high school. His was the one class I wasn´t afraid to raise my hand to answer questions. He was also the only teacher to pronounce my name correctly the very first time. Rest in peace sir.
Karen Matsushino
February 24, 2025
Mr. Ledesma was my biology teacher at RHS in 1968. He was a wonderful teacher, and I remember his lessons to this day. Many years later, I discovered we were neighbors (we lived on Copper St., just south of his home.). We spent some time with him and his lovely wife, and he was just an amazing man. Truly one of the Greatest Generation. May your loving memories of him bring you comfort. Sincerely,
Karen (Hileman) Matsushino
Ann Copley Glyn
February 22, 2025
Mr. Ledesma was my biology teacher at Rincon in 1987 and my mother´s in the early 60´s. He was a dedicated teacher and a kind man. My condolences to the family.
George Morrison
February 22, 2025
Great teacher, and has great sons, so sorry for your loss.G
Chrysti Duffin
February 20, 2025
A man of conviction and great accomplishment who lived his life with humility, a trait often found in veterans of the Greatest Generation. I have wonderful memories of Mr. Ledesma as my biology teacher at Rincon High School. I had the privilege of serving as one of his class lab assistants. He and Elda later honored my husband and me by attending our wedding. He had such heart and a sense of humor. Though tears will be shed, may the memories of your father bring a smile to your face during this difficult time.
Chrysti Duffin (Sivo,'79)
Armando T Trujillo
February 19, 2025
Sorry to hear about your father. Your family was a special friend to my parents Armando and Emma.
Karen Merodias
February 19, 2025
My Condolences to all the Ledesma family.
Harold Mignola
February 18, 2025
Javier,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Thoughts and prayers...
Harold Mignola
Salpointe class of '67
Karen Miller DeGrave
February 18, 2025
Jaime and Ginny,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Prayers for peace and healing.
Karen (Miller) DeGrave
Salpointe Catholic High School
February 17, 2025
The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Ledesma family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.
Bill mckenzie
February 17, 2025
I DON'T EVEN KNOW JAVIER. WHAT A FINE SOLDIER HE WAS. I AM SURE LIKEWISE A HUSBAND AND FATHER.
WILLIAM MCKENZIE, COROPRAL USMC
Eddie Saavedra
February 16, 2025
Saavedra family would like to offer condolences to Ledezma family.
RIP M. Ledezma
Ana Ma
February 16, 2025
To the Ledesma Family - MR. Ledesma was a wonderful teacher at Rincon - I appreciated his care and encouragement during my time in his biology class and beyond. Monica and Jose, so sorry for your loss.
Linda Sweeney
February 16, 2025
Dear Dr. Ledesma and family, we are sorry for your loss. Your Dad sounds extraordinary Linda Martinez-Sweeney
Don
February 15, 2025
What a life well-lived. The stories Mr. Ledesma could have told. RIP.
Patti Norville Spector
February 15, 2025
Mr. Ledesma was one of my favorite teachers at Rincon 1960-1975. I took a trip to the far east and brought him back a gift. He was an excellent teacher and I loved his class. He always encouraged me - I was a shy student. I will never forget his kindness. Prayers to his family.
God bless.
Patti Norville Spector Rincon class of `75.
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