Debra Grado Flores' Obituary
Debra Grado Flores
With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Debra (Debbie) Grado Flores who left us too soon February 21, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona at age 71.
Debbie was born on December 14, 1954 in Silver City, NM to Max and Emilia (Millie) Flores.
Debbie was a devoted Mother, Daughter, Sister, Grandmother and friend. She lived a life defined by kindness, strength, faith, laughter and patience. She had a special
love for cooking amazing meals for family and friends. She was always a very giving and helpful woman to all. Her presence brought warmth and comfort to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
She is survived by siblings: Sandra Flores, Yolanda Escobar (Richard), Belinda Cohn (Frankie), Cynthia Zamora(Mike), Rhonda Torres (Alfonso) Max Flores Jr (Anna)
Children: Her son James Murillo, Daughter and Son-In-Law Dorina & Abel Cuestas.
Grandchildren: Meranda Murillo, Abel (Hondo) Cuestas, Maliyah Cuestas, Destiny Cuestas, Serena Murillo, & Alexandria (Lexie) Murillo.
Great Grandchildren: Vyctoria Martinez, Ricardo (Ricky) Martinez, Ruby Martinez, Lilyana Murillo, Vicente Cuestas and many aunts uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Maxine Murillo, Siblings Sharon Ortega, Ronnie Acosta, & Gilbert Flores.
We find comfort knowing she is at peace. Her love will remain with us always and forever. 🩷
A Memorial Service will be held on
Thursday March 12, 2026
Our Lady of Fatima Parish
1950 Irvington Place
Tucson, AZ 85746
10:30am Rosary
11:00am Mass
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