Sylvia P Perez's Obituary
Sylvia Perez, age 65, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born August 7, 1953 in Silver City, New Mexico to Nicholas and Genieve Ponce. She married her high school sweetheart Manuel C Perez. Although Sylvia and Manny had divorced she remained friends with Manny and close to the family.
Sylvia enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to play cards and board games to pass time as well as taking road trips with her son and daughter. Sylvia enjoyed football season and watching her favorite team, Dallas Cowboys play. She was very proud of her children and her grandchildren’s accomplishments throughout the years.
Sylvia is survived by her daughter Veronica Duarte and son in law Heriberto Duarte, grandchildren Roman and Yasmine Duarte. Her son Manuel Perez and her daughter in law Ruby, grandchildren Samantha, Leanna and Nico Perez whom she loved deeply.
Please join us celebrating her life at Evergreen Mortuary 3015 N Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85705 on Friday March 8, 2019. Service will begin at 10:30 am with burial at Holy Hope Cemetery.
During Sylvia’s illness she stayed at TMC’s Hospice facility known as Peppi’s House. They took great care of Sylvia and her family. For this reason, her family would like to acknowledge the staff and show their appreciation for the care they provided not only to Sylvia but the other patients and their families. Please consider a donation
in lieu of flowers. The donation may be made in Sylvia’s name to Peppi’s house.
TMC Hospice services at https://tmcfoundation46605.thankyou4caring.org/
Any amount will be greatly appreciated, please be sure to designate TMC Hospice/ Peppi’s House.
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