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David Edgar
May 14, 2022
Ten years! That afternoon/nights was the worst and longest night of my life. Waiting for your arrival; anticipating a joyous weekend; your first visit to our cabin.
I love you and appreciate you so much. I was so proud of you and to have as my sister.
My email is [email protected] if you want it.
David Edgar
May 14, 2020
Miss you...
Mark Bahti
June 3, 2018
Like another respondent, her name popped up - I was thinking about immigration lawyers. She VERY ably assisted a young family I knew. Wondering where she was these days I found her obituary....taken too soon. She was not just an excellent attorney, she had a wonderful, ebullient spirit. So sorry to learn that she is gone.
November 18, 2015
Just found out about her death when I referred a friend of mine to her. She was the best lawyer and helped me a lot a few years ago. I have been meaning to pass by her office and let her see the success she has been part of. I guess it's late now.Sabrina, you had a great mother.Thank you
Sallie Badger
May 31, 2015
Zada's name just popped into my head and I googled her name only to find out that Tucson had lost such a wonderful woman. Zada handled my son's adoption almost 26 years ago and she was such a delight. I am so very sorry for her loss and wish that I had known so that I could have attended her service.
Mark Shenfield
March 25, 2013
I was privileged to know Zada when she was editor-in-chief of the Tucson High newspaper. I remember her fondly as a bright, friendly, and energetic person who always found time to help me learn the ropes as a "cub" reporter. Several years later, I also became acquainted with her lovely family and came to understand from whence Zada's inner beauty sprang. This world is a better place for having had Zada in it.
Scott Blades
July 24, 2012
Zada Edgar-Soto was a friend and an amazing advocate and attorney. My heart goes out to her children and family. I worked with Zada and her husband Ernesto fresh out of college. I learned so much from them, and will be forever grateful for their mentoring and friendship...
Estelle Stern-Eilers
July 19, 2012
I just got back from a long trip overseas and am so very saddenend about Zada's untimely passing.She helped some of my friends with their immigration cases and I was involved with that over the last 5 years.She was such a competent and brilliant lawyer and her clarity and compassion were extraordinary.This is a terrible loss for our community.I know my friends have been praying for her and will continue to do so.
My deepest sympathy goes to all of her family and friends.I hope you get some comfort from knowing how important her work was,how many lives she has touched and what a remarkable role model she will remain.
Zada and I had started to become friends over tea and talks about life,I will miss her very much.What a true humanitarian and generous soul!
With all my heart me very best to you,Zada!
Joyce Evangelist-Ajvix
June 11, 2012
I met Ms. Soto only a year ago, when I did some work to help one of her clients with an immigration case. She was gracious, passionate and so dedicated. I was looking forward to working together in the future. So very sad to hear of this tragedy! Blessings to all of her family.
Francie Kipling
June 8, 2012
Zada and I had the privilege of serving on the Tucson Girls Chorus Board of Directors together. What a joy to work and become friends with such an amazing, accomplished and giving woman! We reconnected just a few months ago, meeting for breakfast and sharing about our daughters. My heart goes out to you, Sabrina - may God comfort and console you and remind you that your Mom will always be a part of you and those special memories you will cherish.
June 5, 2012
Dr Edgar - I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you and your family peace and comfort. I remember you speaking of your daughter often. I also think of you often. It would be wonderful to see you again. Lucy Abdulnour from DDS.
Augusta Felty Davis
June 1, 2012
Zada and I became good friends when we met in a philosophy class at the University of Arizona in the mid-sixties. I will remember her as a generous person, adventuresome and fun-loving, yet always dedicated to her long-term goals. Despite our busy schedules, we were able to have lunch together a couple of times when Rene was a small child. It was obvious how much she relished her new role as mother. I remember her excitement when she won an immigration case at the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco. No doubt there were many such accomplishments in her career, yet she valued her family ties and always tried to put her loved ones first. I mourn her untimely passing and extend my deepest sympathy to all her family.
Jill Maratea
May 28, 2012
I miss my neighbor Zada. I enjoyed our weekly walks, sometimes canceled because of her dedication to family and clients. I miss our talks about family, life, and plans. Zada worked hard and played hard. I felt privileged to have her as a neighbor and thought it would be so for much time to come. In my heart and memory, Zada will be there. Sabrina and Rene, please contact me if I can help you in the same neighborly manner that I did with Zada.
Deanna Lichter
May 27, 2012
Rene and Sabrina, Dr. and Mrs. Edgar: I am very saddened by Zada's death and send my deepest condolences to you all. May God soon grant you all the strength to no longer mourn her death but celebrate her life. I was so very fortunate to have worked with Zada and Ernesto for many years. I had my very first law firm job with them, they took a chance on a "green" Guera from Nogales and she taught me everything I know about being a legal secretary/assistant. I was always treated as not only an employee but a member of the family. I loved them both. Rene and Sabrina: I had lunch with your mom not long ago and she couldn't stop gushing over you both and how proud she was of the young man (Rene) and young woman (Sabrina) you had become. You both were "el luz de sus ojos". Please know that if there is every anything either of you need, I am a phone call or email away. I know that she would do the same for my boys. Zada: Que en paz descanses, thank you for sharing a part of your life with me. I am truly blessed for having known you.
Karen & Scott Fisher
May 26, 2012
Dearest Rene and Sabrina -
Your Mom's service today was a beautiful and fitting tribute to the amazing woman she was. May the Peace of God sustain you in the days ahead.
Tim & Amy Dodson
May 25, 2012
We will miss Zada's warm words, expressive smiles and sincerity. May angels arms surround her family.
Anna Ochoa, J.D.
May 25, 2012
I extend my deepest sympathy to the Edgar-Soto family. To me, Zada was more than just a colleague - she was a role model and a friend. The world is less vibrant with her bright smile gone. I will remember her well.
Peggy Houghton
May 25, 2012
Zada and I went to law school together at a time when having 49 women in the class was a challenge to say the least. Zada was then and when I last saw her full of sparkling fun, smart as always, interested in so many things. She used her legal talents and compassion to help others. Her untimely death is a loss to us all. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Kathi Barber
May 25, 2012
Paula, I am saddened by the loss of your sister. My condolences to all of Zada's family. Zada helped so many people in so many ways. An incredible woman and attorney in our community
May 24, 2012
I never had the privilege pf meeting Zada but I know her parents, Paul & Betty and Brother Ralph
I am sending much love, big hugs and many prayers for your comfort.
Know that I am thinking of all of you
Kathryn Snodgrass
Barbara Atwood
May 24, 2012
I met Zada in law school and have always treasured our friendship. She was passionate, generous, brave, and wise. When I saw her just days before she died, she proudly updated me on Sabrina and Rene. My heart goes out to her two beloved children and her other family members.
David Edgar
May 24, 2012
Zada was very special. She was an incredible sister. The heartache of losing her is greater than I thought it could ever be. Reading all of these notes from so many people that were impacted by her in such a positve way has really been good for me and I am sure for all of her loved ones. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. Hope to see many of you this Saturday.
Bruce & Karen Steele
May 23, 2012
Our hearts go out to the Edgar and Soto families.
Ellen and George Bromley
May 23, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Margie King
May 23, 2012
My deepest condolences go to the entire family, who I remember very fondly from Trinity Church days.
Elizabeth "Liz" Fimbres
May 22, 2012
I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Zada's untimely death in California. Zada and I practiced law together at the County Attorney's office and were very close friends for years. More recently, our lives have gone in different directions, but whenever we met it was as though no time had passed since the previous meeting.
Zada was a remarkable woman and fabulous attorney. Our community will miss her greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family.
Shakun Drew
May 22, 2012
Zada and I have been friends from the time we met each other in San Francisco at our annual AILA conference in 1984. We became very close soon after we shared a hotel room at that conference. It was such a rewarding experience that we shared a room at each subsequent conference.
I have some wonderful memories of spending our time together. She was full of fun and adventure, as well as service to humanity. Her departure from our lives creates a void in my personal life as well as in my professional life. Her hard work, generosity, and dedication constitutes a living legacy for me and my husband, with whom she also shared her wisdom and experience during her several stays with us in Washington.
Farewell, Zada. I wish you peace.
Shakun M. Drew,
Attorney and Fellow Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
Kelly Ramirez
May 22, 2012
Please accept our deepest condolences.
The Edgar and Soto family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do, let us know. Kelly Ramirez & Family
Anne Hutchins-Tatum
May 21, 2012
For over a decade, I enjoyed Zada's company in a small lunch group. We sometimes had a "spa day" where we were able to know each other better.
She was lovely, and I enjoyed her very much. Am wishing all of you, her family, much love and peace, Anne Tatum
May 21, 2012
Dear David and Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Zada. She was the attorney for one of my past employees and it was a pleasure to work with her. Our community has lost a grand lady and resource. My deepest condolences, Diane Andrade Castro
Zada and her daughter Sabrina at the Grand Canyon in 2010
Sabrina Soto
May 21, 2012
John Saba
May 21, 2012
Paula, so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister.
Audrey
May 21, 2012
I met Zada 23 years ago when I met a wonderful man who I married and lived in Tucson with him. I am from New Zealand so the legal process to live there was scarey, and Zada made it easy for me and my husband at the time. Rest in peace Zada. You gave me an opporunity to enjoy life in America and time with a special person. Thank you. Be at peace with the angels when your ready.
Julieta (Julie) Gonzalez
May 21, 2012
I met Zada in law school and she never ceased to be the competent, compassionate, vivacious and caring person she was back in the early 1970s. The world was a better place because of her and is now a bit sadder for having lost her. My condolences to all, especially David whom I went to THS with and Ralph with whom I was in band with while he was drum major. Love and prayers all around.
Trinidad Rodriguez
May 21, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Sabrina and Rene. Zada was one of our best customers and also helped my brother with his immigration case. She was truly a class act. We will miss you greatly.
Maralyn Hauer
May 20, 2012
I have fond memories of Zada from Tucson High school, and proudly followed her legal career. She was a remarkable woman. My heartfelt sympathy goes to her loving family.
Jeannie Osment
May 20, 2012
Dr. Edgar, you may not remember me but we worked together for years at DDSA. I remember you telling me how your daughter kept my ex-neighbor, Meg Richey, from being deported(she was a trainer at the U of A). I know how proud you were of her. We also talked about THS as I believe your children had gone there as I had.
Please accept me heartfelt condolences.
Margie Richcreek
May 20, 2012
It has been 50 years since Zada and I have seen each other - when we played our flutes in the band at Tucson High. Through connections with family and friends, I heard from afar of her successful career and interesting adventures. It made my heart ache when I heard about Zada's tragic and untimely death. My sincere sympathy to her family and friends as you all, especially, mourn for her.
Margie Burges Richcreek
Kansas City, Missouri
Rhonda Wederski
May 20, 2012
Zada will always be a hero to me. Not only did she raise Sabrina into an awesome person she taught me how important it was to keep moving forward, keep trying and to never give up on goals in life. Rene and Sabrina I am so sorry for your loss but know she is with your dad now and they are both smiling down on you with smiles only proud parents know. If you need anything please let me know and I will try my hardest. You are missed greatly Zada! Rhonda
Sabrina Soto
May 20, 2012
My Mom, Zada Edgar-Soto was the most amazing woman I have ever known. She was my role model, my rock, and my best friend. Even though I was hoping for another 30+ years with my Mom, I am still really thankful for the time we did get to spend together. Mom, you will never be forgotten, and always in my heart. I love you!
Alfred Mendoza
May 20, 2012
Dear Ralph, and Paula...my deepest condolences, and sympathies for you, and families, with the sad news of Zada. She was a wonderful person, and the world is a little less because of her passing. I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. Al Mendoza
Zada and her son Rene at his graduation from the Marines in 2010.
Sabrina Soto
May 20, 2012
Zada and her daughter Sabrina visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea in 2010
Sabrina Soto
May 20, 2012
Peg Bowden
May 20, 2012
Zada has been a member of our family since she was 14 years old. Our lives went in different directions and different parts of the world, but we always kept in touch. I will miss my opera buddy and dinner partner. And the Havasu hike with Zada and Rene was such an adventure. She was gracious, caring, brilliant and gorgeous. I miss you so much, Zada --Peg
Jerry Ervin
May 20, 2012
I first met Zada in high school, then life intervened. 40 years later we got reacquainted here in Tucson. Friends shared a wonderful hike down Havasu Canyon with Zada and Rene a few years ago. She was brilliant, beautiful, vivacious, and a true humanitarian. It was a privilege to be her friend. We'll miss you, Zada. --Jerry
Gail Gregory
May 20, 2012
My sincerest condolences to Rene and Sabrina. Peace be with you.
May 20, 2012
I was truly saddened when I heard the news about Zada. I send my deepest condolences and sympathy to the entire family. Respectfully, Russ Andaloro
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