Retha Mae Tilford

1939 - 2018

Retha Mae Tilford obituary, 1939-2018, Tucson, AZ

BORN

1939

DIED

2018

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Desert Rose Heather Cremation & Burial

1040 North Columbus Blvd

Tucson, Arizona

Retha Tilford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 10, 2018.

Arrangements under the direction of Desert Rose Heather Cremation & Burial, Tucson, AZ.

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January 27, 2018

Charlie and Jan Newman

What a blessing to have known Retha and to have called her a friend. We will always remember what wonderful friends she and Larry were to our dad, Woody Shumate. We will cherish the times they stopped to visit us in Michigan on their way to Canada. So many great memories of a sweet, caring person who's now at home with Jesus, Larry, Tammie, her dad and many, many more.

January 13, 2018

I remember the wonderful times we spent together as young girls. We walked in the woods, waded in branches & creeks, and enjoyed the aroma of wild crab apple blossoms in the springtime. She was a favorite cousin of mine. I loved her very much.

January 11, 2018

I met Retha when we both worked at Tuesday Morning. Retha was always so kind and funny. Such a sweet Lady. I will miss her. RIP Retha.
Rose Ann Dehaven

January 10, 2018

William Bargar

Sorry for the families loss. May GOD have mercy on your soul. R.I.P.

January 10, 2018

Debbie Visser

Such a beautiful woman who loved life and her family. Always had a smile and a hug waiting for everyone she met. You will be missed dearly but remembered for eternity.

January 10, 2018

Deborah and Bill Gillier

Will always have great memories of Aunt Retha and Uncle Larry. They were always so happy together.Such a loving and forgiving person who cherished her family.
With sympathy.
Deb and Bill Gillier

January 10, 2018

Lori Wellner

My heart-felt prayers and condolences to your family during this most difficult time. God bless you all.

January 10, 2018

Linda Bilbrey

Dear Belinda and family, I am so, so sorry for the loss of your mother....There really aren't any words to comfort you at this time, other than, she's now in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ!!!! May the beautiful memories hold you, comfort you, and bring you peace.
Love ya Belinda,
Linda Bilbrey

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