84, born on May 12, 1928, in Tucson, AZ, passed away on December 9, 2012. Preceded in death by daughter, Melissa Madrid. Survived by his wife, Rose and his children, Christina (Leonard Castro), Diana (Tim Jones), Edward (Merry), Rosana (Luis Arroyo) and Dionicio (Stephanie); 10 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Edward grew up in Bisbee and graduated from U of A in 1959. As an educator in TUSD, he instilled the importance of education, perseverance and acceptance to all of his children and grandchildren.