September 4, 1924 – August 15, 2022
Bibiano Valencia Morales, descendent of a Tucson pioneering family, left his earthly existence to be reunited with Dolores Moreno Morales, his wife of 68 years, dearly departed son Domingo (Sunny) Morales, father Viviano Moraga Morales, mother Maria Refugio Valencia de Morales, and many predeceased family members. Bibiano served proudly in the US Army May, 1943 – August, 1946. During WWII, reaching the rank of Corporal, he participated in battles and campaigns in Rhineland Central Europe. He received the American Theater Campaign Ribbon, Army of Occupation Ribbon (Germany), 2 Bronze Stars, 3 Overseas Service Bars, Victory Ribbon, 1 Service Stripe, Silver Star, 1 Shrapnel Wound with Order of the Purple Heart, and Good Conduct Medal. Bibiano was a simple and caring man who helped anyone who needed help. He was most proud of his Military Service, his retirement from Hughes Aircraft Company after 25 years, and his lifetime membership with the American Legion, and VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) serving as Post Commander. He leaves behind 4 daughters, Victoria Quarrell (BJ), Vivian Hack, Bernice Morales, Violet Morales, 10 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. The family plans a Memorial Mass to be celebrated at Mission San Xavier del Bac, 1950 W. San Xavier Road.
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