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Mike Bracamonte Obituary

Mike "V. "Porky" Bracamonte 79 years of age passed on January 24, 2011. He was born May 8, 1931 and was a lifelong resident of Tucson, Arizona. Mike served as a Sergeant in Korea from 1951-1964. Preceded in death by his lovely wife, Carol; sister, Terry Rios. Survived by his five daughters, Patsi (Patrick) Pimentel, Belinda I. (Rudy G.), Frances (John) Juvera, Donna Darnell and Margie Rivera. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mike was a great provider for his family and was loved by many. He was a lifelong baseball player and a passionate fan of the game. He will be dearly missed. Visitation will be held Monday, January 31, 2011, 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel) 240 S. Stone Ave., with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Tuesday, February 1, 2011, 10:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S. 6th Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jan. 28, 2011.

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frankie juvera

June 11, 2011

I loved u s much dad and not a day goes by that i don't think of you. I miss u and i take solice in knowing that u are now with mom and my son nathan and now donna.

Luis Cruz

February 1, 2011

My sincerest sympathy to his family.
I will miss our discussions about who was the better second baser. Porky you said you could beat me playing with a catcher's mitt, I never told you, but I know you could. Porky I appreciate you going to Douglas with Vicente and Gigi to watch us play ball there, it made my day. I will remmeber all the
tips you shased with me about playing second baee. God Bless you.

Richard Fierros

January 29, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss...My thoughts are with you and your family...God Bless

gilbert salaz

January 28, 2011

rest in peace mike.it was a pleasure to have met you and be involved in your life.american legion post 68.soft ball team.my deepest sympathy to your family.

Ernie Rodriquez

January 28, 2011

My sympathy, for the Bracamonte family. I played for porky years back he was a good coach and stand up guy.

Ernie Rodriquez

Gilbert Soza

January 28, 2011

And so the "Buccanneer" signs off for the last time. Buen Viaje amigo. Not kidding but you will be missed. My sincerest condolences to your family.

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