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Mario Fontes Obituary

Mario D. Fontes, Sr., born August 15, 1928, went to be with our Lord April 14, 2009. Mario was a rancher, horseforeman, cattleman. He was the Old West. Born in Tucson, AZ, he was the son of Francisco and Eduvjis Fontes. Their family was of three sisters and eleven brothers. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosa Lopez-Fontes. Together they had eight children…Ana, Mario Jr., Peter, Blanca, Rosa, Maricela, Jessey and Danny. They have twenty grandchildren, and three great- grandchildren. Mario was the ideal handyman, if it was broken…he could fix it. Viewing and Service will be held at East Lawn Cemetery on Wednesday, April 22, 2009. Viewing from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with service to follow. The Lord giveth, the Lord taketh away. He is at home with the Lord. May you rest in peace.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Apr. 21, 2009.

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Margaret Falk

June 15, 2009

I have so many happy memories of Mario. He was so much fun to be around. He introduced me to my horse, Hatteras. He took me to Rillito Park and got me my groom's license. I ponied Moon Palace for him. We galloped horses in the riverbed at five in the morning in the summer. I will always remember his kindness, his sound advice, his open heart. He was an original. There will never be anyone like him! I know he is happy now to be reunited with Dorothea, and the rest of his family.

Barbara Fontes Carter

May 31, 2009

To all my cousins who just lost a beautiful Father, I send you my love and sorrow. When I was younger I always enjoyed visiting and getting to spend time with Tio Mario and his family. We are so sorry, may GOD be with you all.

Kelly (Lawless) North

April 22, 2009

Ana, we went to Business College together and I remember spending time with you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Patti Herrera

April 21, 2009

Ana,
"To be absent in the body is to be in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ." Take comfort in knowing that your daddy is surrounded by God's glory now. The Lord will provide the strength to get through this rough time for you and your family. My prayers are with you.

April 21, 2009

TO MY COUSINS ESPECIALLY PETER PAUL AND BLANCA-CAN YOU IMAGINE WHAT HEAVEN MUST BE LIKE WITH ALL THE FONTES BROTHERS THERE WITH THE LORD... GOOD TIMES ALL OVER AGAIN. MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU GUYS
LOVE georgina

April 20, 2009

I have known his daughter Ana for many years and know that she will miss him very much.

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