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Michael York Obituary
73, of Oro Valley passed away in the presence of his family February 3, 2021. He was born in Corinth, MS in 1947. He worked at Raytheon in Tucson and at Raytheon in Saudi Arabia. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Thelma York; daughter, Michelle Pieterse; son-in-law, Grant Pieterse; two grandchildren, Maya-6 and Lee-1 and sister, Margaret Comeaux. The funeral Mass will be held at Santa Catalina Catholic Church on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by MARANA MORTUARY.
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Victoria and Ben Murphy
February 17, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! We are so sorry for your loss. We are here for you if you ever need anything!
Margarita y Gabriel
February 14, 2021
Querido compadre llegaste a nuestro hogar portador de alegría, siempre sonriente y dispuesto a compartir con la familia los momentos más felices, te vamos a extrañar mucho, pero tu recuerdo vivirá por siempre en nuestro corazón
Mike and Sandy
February 13, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your moments of sorrow. Al our love
Dora Gutierrez
February 13, 2021
Dear Michelle ,
Our deepest condolences for the lost of your father. May he have eternal rest.Sending peace and comfort to your family.
Sheena
February 13, 2021
Dear Michelle and all the family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. No words can comfort you in this heartbreaking time of grief and sorrow, but remember that your Dad will always live on in your hearts and minds and is smiling down on you all from heaven. Lots of love and best wishes
Margarita, Gabriel y Anita
February 13, 2021
Querido compadre, fue un privilegio haber compartido contigo momentos maravillosos. Tu partida nos dejó un vacio en el alma. Seguiras en nuestros recuerdos. Te queremos.
Angelica, Hugo, Ariana y Ralph
February 13, 2021
Tio fuiste una persona excepcional. Siempre estarás en nuestro corazón.
Reverie
February 12, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Edna York Hoffman and Arnie Hoffman
February 11, 2021
Thelma, Michelle, Grant and children, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincere condolences. May your memories of Mike comfort you and give you peace. Love you, Edna and Arnir
Doreen Tian
February 11, 2021
Thelma, Michelle, Grant and children, sending our sincerest condolences to you all. I really hope to be your side at this moment. Love and hugs,Doreen and Jiading
Gerald Mudzamiri
February 10, 2021
Thelma, Michelle, Grant, Maya and Lee; the loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. I pray that you find peace and comfort in the memories you made together. My sincere condolences. Lots of hugs and love, Gerald
Siempre vivirás en nuestros corazones tío Michael ¡¡
Gabriela Dominguez
February 10, 2021
Hasta siempre tío Michael
Richard and Jenn
February 10, 2021
Thelma, Michelle, Grant and children, sending our sincerest condolences to you all. May all your memories bring comfort to you at this sad time. Love and hugs. Richard and Jenn.
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