School of Journalism mourns loss of student
Maria Teresa "Tess" Martinez, a School of Journalism major, was killed Monday, June 1, in a single-car accident in New Mexico. She was 25.
A rosary will be prayed Monday, June 8, at 7 p.m. at St. Melany's Byzantine Catholic Church, 1212 N. Sahuara. The funeral is Tuesday, June 9, at 10 a.m. at St. Melany's.
The School of Journalism's administrative offices will be closed June 9 so faculty, staff, and students may attend the services.
Ms. Martinez's family requests that any cards or remembrances be sent to St. Melany's Byzantine Catholic Church, 1212 N. Sahuara Ave., Tucson, AZ 85712.
In addition, a fund accepting donations to help with funeral and other expenses has been
established. Donations may be made at:
Bank of Tucson - Account # 4038626
St. Melany's acct #SAA-850-9644
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