47, passed away peacefully on November 26th, 2012 surrounded by his family. Born in Phoenix, he is survived by his parents Ralph and Brenda Marrujo, brothers Tony (Brenda) and Joe, sister Theresa (Clive), seven nieces and nephews (Ryan, Kelly, Sammy, Erin, Pat, Alex, Daniele, Cole) and one great-niece (Emma). He also leaves behind his cousin Crissy (Rick), uncles Charlie and Chicky, Aunt Denise and sister-in-law Judy Marrujo. He was preceded in death by grandparents Denis and Hilda Storey and Ralph and Marion Marrujo. Dan worked in customer service and business operations throughout his life, but his family was clearly his passion. He shared an especially close bond with his grandparents and was a doting and devoted uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A natural caregiver and nurturer, he will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, from 5 – 8pm with a Rosary at 7pm on Monday, December 3rd, 2012. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 at 10am at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix. Memorial contributions may be made to Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS, 1144 E. McDowell Road, Suite 200, Phoenix, Arizona, 85006, or online at www.swhiv.org.
Jan and Elorie Knilans
We will always hold our very special Palm lane neighbors dearly in our hearts.
Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with you all.
Gods Blessings, Jan and Elorie
Sheri Drake and family
May the Lord embrace all of you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Sheri, Shelbi & Nash