Fr. Alonso passed away peacefully on March 6, 2015. Funeral Mass will be held at 7:00 P.M. Friday, March 13, 2015 at St. Mary’s Basilica, 231 North 3rd Street, Phoenix. Inurnment will take place Saturday, March 14, 2015 at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale AZ 85253 or St. Mary’s Food Bank, 2831 N. 31st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009.
A more extensive obituary will be published on Wednesday, March 11, 2015.
Bryan Candelaria
St. Mary’s class 1982. My deepest condolences. Father Alonso began inspiring me when I was very young and because of it attended St. Mary’s. He was an exceptional person.
AnneMarie (Rios ) Fisher
Today we lost a wonderful and beautiful man. Father Alonzo was not only a great teacher, friend, and man,but Saint Mary’s greatest cheerleader. He will always be an inspiration and example of what is right in this crazy world we live in. Our loss is heaven’s gain. God has a new right hand man who is most likely up for the challenge. All who had the pleasure of knowing this man, is better off today. We should strive to carry on in his memory. I am honored to have known him. Love and God’s speed in your new journey Father!
Dorothy (Drabek) Bashking
I knew him well. He was a great man & boy growing up with him in school. My regrets to his family. We will all miss him. He is now with the Lord and out of pain. With love from Dorothy B.
Jennifer Green
What a beautiful spirit of love and laughter. He was one of my mom’s best friends. He came to her side as she lay dying. Blessings and Peace to all, Jennifer Green
JoAnn Dally Schwendtner
So sorry to hear of our loss, yes our loss. Fr Alanso was a wonderful friend and gentle giant. I knew him from BGDHS here in Santa Barbara . I will never forget his kindness and humor. He was one of a kind and I am so blessed knowing him. God bless you abundantly my friend. Until we meet again.
Kathy Ryan
What happiness this gentle, but powerful soul brought to families. His love will be remembered by young and old alike. My husband and I were privileged to have Father Alonso marry us and our two daughters. Everyone who attended those weddings remember not only the man, but his words.
Fr. Russell Roide, S.J.
I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of Fr. Alonso. He did such great ministry and I am sure that he will be deeply missed. My prayers go with the whole family and for Fr. Alonso.
Sincerely,
Fr. Russell J. Roide, S.J.