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NAVARRO, SSG Reynaldo Caro "Polie"
74, was called home peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents, Atenogenes and Amada; brother, Alejandro; sisters, Olga and Bertha and great-grandson, Ezekiel. Rey grew up in Tucson and graduated from Tucson High, where he won a state championship in gymnastics and was a very talented photographer. After high school, Rey joined the United States Army serving in Vietnam as part of the 173rd Airborne Div Sky Soldiers. Rey was also part of the elite 12th Special Forces Group. Rey leaves behind a great legacy that will forever shine through in his children, Rey (Kelly) deCarlo, Denise (Raul) Fontes', Evelyn (Frank Jr.) Vindiola, Priscilla Navarro and Paul (Heather) Navarro. Along with his children, Rey leaves behind many loved ones including his brothers and sisters, 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Always the life of the party, Rey was a great friend to many and touched the lives of all who crossed his path. He is more than loved and will be deeply missed. Service will be held for Reynaldo on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at St. Margaret's Alacoque Roman Catholic Church, 801 N. Grande Ave., Tucson, Arizona 85745. Rosary at 11:30 a.m. and Mass at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in Reynaldo's name to the Wounded Warriors Project
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Barbara Ann Ludy (Griffin)
I am so sorry to hear of Rey's passing-I enjoyed seeing him and making some contact with him at our 50th reunion. I remember him as being one of the nicest young men in our class and a talented photographer. My condolences to Margie and his siblings and children/family. God Bless him and Thanks for his service to our country. Many returning soldiers from Vietnam were treated very poorly and didn't get the thanks they deserved.Barbara Ludy Griffin, class of '64
Judy Ann Gibson (Massey-Weekly)
I’m so sorry we have lost another special classmate. My sympathies go out to the family.
Cecilia (CeCe) Vasquez (Hall)
I have wonderful and fun memories of spending time with Rey in photography class. He was very talented but more importantly, he was a good friend and a great human being. I am sure the darkroom was never the same after we graduated! Goodbye my camera buddy.
CeCe Vasquez Hall
Jennie Longo (Wilson)