Tucson community honors lost loved ones [Video]

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – Members of the Tucson community gathered the weekend of Friday, Nov. 1, to honor and remember loved ones they have lost.

The 35th Annual All Souls Procession kicked off its three-day-long celebration with the Dance of the Dead concert at the MSA Annex.

“When we come out here, we remember all those people,” said attendee Lupe Natividad.

Over the years, the event has grown and evolved, but one central pillar has remained — the celebration provides a safe space for family and friends to come together and remember their loved ones.

“I think it’s important, it’s kind of a part of the grieving process,” Natividad said. “And it really helps us, it helps us to move on in our life and to be able to honor them at the same time.”

Natividad has attended the All Souls Procession for nearly 15 years, sometimes walking in …