She watched Tucson grow

 

Tucson Citizen. 26 Mar 1960.

The full article (linked below the image) from the Tucson Citizen provides a fascinating insight into the story of Hortense Dalton Ronstadt. Below is another clipping from 1952, celebrating the philanthropy work of Hortense did in support of Comstock Children's Hospital. According to the Arizona Historical Society, the hospital operated between 1928-1965. A third article from 1948 describes her early work to donate beef to the children's hospital ward.

Tucson Citizen. 29 Sept 1952.

Tucson Citizen. 27 Nov 1948.

Hortense died in July 1965. I know there are a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren (and by now probably 2x-great-grandchildren) descending from Hortense. She led an impressive life and contributed to the growth of Tucson through culture, business and philanthropy. I hope this post helps shed some light on the good works of Hortense and family, as there's much more to explore shifting to Hortense's sisters Natalie and Louise next.