Anthony James Nieto

Anthony James Nieto

February 23, 1960- May 23, 2026

Anthony James Nieto beloved husband and father passed away on May 23, 2026.  He was born on February 23, 1960 to Arthur Francis Nieto and Ruby Payton Nieto.

Tony was a University of Utah graduate and an enthusiastic “Utah Man”.  He served in the Army where he was the last in his family to retire ending 60+ years of continuous service.  He worked tirelessly on programs to help and protect soldiers while performing their duties.  Tony was a lifelong Atlanta Braves baseball fan and was thrilled to go to Braves Fantasy Baseball camp where he met and made friends with many of his Braves baseball heroes.  He supported the community where he coached little league, served as a Boy Scout leader, and commanded B Troop, 4th U.S. Cavalry (Memorial).  Tony was a lover of music and played the tuba in marching band through college.  He supported high school band programs at Chapin High School in El Paso, Texas for 2 years and Buena High School in Sierra Vista for 20 years.  He took great pleasure in being able to be a part of giving students an extraordinary band experience.  He always had “Eyes with Pride”.

Tony is survived by his wife Karen, children Steven and Christopher Nieto, and sister Angela Nieto Coolidge. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother James Michael Nieto.

Services will take place at the Hatfield Funeral Home, 830 South Highway 92, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm.

Funeral Servies will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:15 am.

Committal Service with Military Honors will be held Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 12:00 pm at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1300 Buffalo Soldiers Trail, Sierra Vista, AZ  85635

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