Armida E. Benites, a four year resident of Sierra Vista, Az., passed away on December 20, 2006. Armida was born June 3, 1929, in Jerome, Az. She resided most of her life in Phoenix and Cottonwood, Az. She is survived by her husband Ray C. Benites, son Ray C. Benites Jr. (Sally), daughters Gloria Bluto (Joe), and Annette Benites; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, five sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Casa de La Paz Hospice, 300 El Camino Real, Sierra Vista, Az. 85635 or the Alzheimer's Foundation. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on December 28, 2006 in Cottonwood, Arizona. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com