MORAGA, Pete C.

Pete C. Moraga, 69, beloved husband of Helena Moraga passed away January 22nd, 2004 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born October 19, 1934 in Eloy Arizona. He was retired SMGT USAF. He served 3 terms in Vietnam and served all over the World for his country. He was a decorated war hero earning several accommodations for heroism. Pete is survived by his wife of 44 years Helena T. Moraga, his daughters Alicia Robinson, Patricia Long, Cheyenne Moraga, his son Peter Moraga, his sisters Hortencia Calderon, Rosa Montijo, Tony Lopez. His great smile and sense of humor will be missed. A memorial was held Tues., Feb. 5, at Best Funeral Services, 9380 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, AZ., followed by a military service at National Memorial Cemetery 23029 N. Cave Creek Road. Contributions: VFW, 6907 E. Thomas Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Published in the Arizona Republic on 2/3/2004.