Gilbert A. Carrillo, Class of 1943 THS Principal, “Mr. Badger” 1980 – 1982 Is a native Tucsonan that has dedicated his life to not only education but to the community. Gil attended Roskruge Elementary and Junior High School before attending Tucson High School....
Thomas O. Price, Class of 1949 Marine, Civil Servant Is truly a “man for all seasons” Tom was born in the “Old Pueblo” 57 years ago and has been a success in so many areas, any one of which most people would consider a fulfillment for a lifetime. Tom graduated from...
Alba Bustamante Torres, Class of 1950 Historian, Humanitarian When Alba Bustamante Torres was named Tucson Woman of the Year in 1975, it was noted that she received the recognition for her “active support of community projects, humanitarianism, and other qualities...
Andrew Tolson (Faculty 1927-1967) Teacher, Coach, Principal A 1926 graduate of The University of Arizona, Andrew “Andy” Tolson began his teaching career at Tucson High School. He taught civics and economics, served as baseball coach, assistant principal,...
Fred Emery, Class of 1923 Mayor of Tucson ’51-’56 Director of Thomas Davis Clinic Born on January 17, 1906, in Windsor, California, Fred came to Arizona with his parents when he was 9 years old when they settled on a homestead in the Sulfur Springs Valley...
James N. Corbett, Jr, Class of 1942 Entrepreneur, Civic Leader At THS Jim was a three year letterman as manager of the football team. After 4 years in the Coast Guard he returned to Tucson and worked with the J. Knox Corbett Lumber Company and then in his own roofing...
