Robert Lagunas

September 12, 1958 - February 5, 2025

On February 5th, 2025, Robert Lagunas passed away with his family surrounding him with love and comfort. Robert was a loving, compassionate, generous, kind and warmhearted man that was cherished by many. He loved to talk and could make friends anywhere he went. He was the most selfless man and would help anybody that was in need. He organized many benefit tournaments and fundraisers for family and friends. Anytime you called on Robert for help you could count on him and he would never make you feel like it was a bother. Robert was well known for his big smile with dimples and his ponytail that was recognizable out on the softball field. Robert was a talented athlete throughout his entire life. He started as the marble champion in grade school and later became the home run king.

Robert started working in construction at the young age of sixteen. He was a very hard worker and knew how to operate numerous machines. He worked as a construction foreman with Zeller's for many years and finished his career as a superintendent for MRM Construction Services out of Phoenix. In addition to his construction career, he is also well known for running security at local clubs and bars. His tremendous patience and easygoing attitude made him a great fit for this work. If you spent any time at Vibes, Crazy Earls or Mineshaft then you know Robert.

Family was the centerpiece of Robert's life. Easter Sunday at the park, Thanksgiving Eve pitting turkeys and family trips were some of his favorite times. He had a best friend for life with his son, James. His girls were the light of his life and he would protect them at all costs. He welcomed Albert and Alex as his sons and took them under his wing. His many nieces and nephews all looked up to him and knew that he was there for them no matter what. His greatest joy and devotion to his grandsons was unmatched! The boys adored their Tata and he adored them! His wife, Anna, was his true love and partner. Together they made a beautiful family that will forever be changed by the loss of Robert.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Anna Lagunas; daughters, Jana Lagunas, Roberta Ruiz and Stacy Lagunas; daughter-in-law, Leeanne Lagunas; sons-in-law, Albert Ruiz and Alex Ruvalcaba; brother and sisters, Lupe "Nena" Salas, Ray "Mony" Lagunas, Josie "Pina" Glick, Mary "Chica"Franco, & Rita Lagunas. He leaves behind his granddaughter, Ayanna Lagunas and three grandsons, Braxton & Jaxon Lagunas and Dylan Mays that absolutely adore their Tata. He leaves behind a large extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will greatly miss him. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon & Frances Lagunas; brother, Larry Lagunas and his beloved son James Lagunas.

Pallbearers: Albert Ruiz, Alex Ruvalcaba, Ramon Lagunas, Larry Lagunas Jr, Steven Lagunas, Manny Franco, James Lugo, Juan Carlos Villegas, Marlon Lopez, Trevor Dutra

Honorary Pallbearers: James Lagunas✟, Ray Lagunas, TJ Dutra, Jaxon Lagunas, Braxton Lagunas, Dylan Mays & Kongs Softball

A viewing will be held at Desert Valley Mortuary from 5:00 to 9:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 20th, 2025 with rosary at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, February 21st at 11:00 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial will be at Sunset Vista Mortuary & Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. A gathering for family and friends will be held at the Elk's Lodge from 2:00-6:00 p.m.