Roy Gilbert Nunez

Roy G. Nunez, 75 passed away on January 16, 2020, surrounded by family and friends at Banner Casa Grande Hospital. He resided in Arizona City, Arizona with his daughter Diana and son-in-law Travis.
He was born on February 14, 1944 in Superior, Arizona. The son of Teodoro Ruiz Nunez and Olivia Q. (Quijada) Nunez. He attended Superior High School. He was married April 22, 1963 to Barbara Toner. He and his family lived in Superior until moving to Mesa in 1974. He began working for Magma Copper Company in 1964. He continued to work for Magma/BHP as a Journeyman 1st Class Mechanic for 29 years. He then worked for CCA in Florence, Arizona as a Correctional Officer until July 2002.
Roy's favorite things included: Jeeps & 4-Wheeling, Camping, Fishing, and Hunting. Some of his fondest memories are of the Easter Picnics/Camp-outs held at the Sand Wash just outside of Superior with family and friends. Witch was also near where his parents ranch had been before they moved into Superior. The owned the XXX Bar and Cafe.
Beloved Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather. He is survived by his three Daughters: Diana Byrd, Donna Wright and Denise Beverage. Grandchildren: Joshua Wright, Ariana Pastrano-Velasquez, J.D. Beverage and Alexa Beverage. Great grandchildren: Daniel Velasquez, Deanna Velasquez, and Ellie Beverage. He was preceded in death by his parents Teodpro and Olivia as well as brothers: Arthur and Michael and sister Mercy.
Mass will be held February 22, 2020 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Superior, Arizona at 11a.m. Doors will open at 10a.m.
Interment will be at the Town of Florence Cemetery. 300 E. Salazar Road Florence, Arizona Immediately following the Mass.