, born in Morrill Nebraska on Dec. 26, 1934, passed away on Dec. 8, 2014.
He was survived by his sister, Lupe Crespin; his stepson, Leroy Valdez; step grandsons, Jesus Valdez, Juan Valdez and Patrick Valdez; and his partner of seven years, Chalet Fairbanks. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews from his three brothers, Arthur Gutierrez, Lupe Gutierrez and Felix Gutierrez, and his sister Anita Blanco, all of whom preceded him in death.
Jesus was a underground Copper Miner. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014.
The family was assisted by Superstition Cremation and Funeral Services, 398 E. Old West Highway, Apache Junction.