Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery: a Mortuary in Mesa Arizona

Bonaventura, Nancy C.

dgardner — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:36:13 +0000

Nancy C. Bonaventura, 77 of Mesa, AZ passed away Thursday February 2, 2012 in Mesa. She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio and has been an Arizona resident since 1980. She is survived by her daughters Brenda, Valerie, Tina and Deann, sons Mike, Joe and Andy, grandchildren Missy, Tiffany, Ricky, Kchellsea, Trey, Kortney, Ashley and Joey, and great-grandchildren Cory and Isabella. Memorials may be made in Nancy’s honor to the Kidney Foundation of AZ (azkidney.org).

Webb, Clayton Cody

dgardner — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:26:34 +0000

Clayton Cody Webb, 19 of Mesa, AZ passed away Wednesday February 1, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. Clayton was born in Mesa, AZ and he loved quads, cars and motorcycles. He was a loving son, brother and grandson. He is survived by his parents Randy and Pam Webb, his sister Cara, and his grandparents Elmer and Esther Webb. He will be greatly missed by all his friends and family. Services will be at 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at Red Mountain Community Church, 6101 E. Virginia Street, Mesa, AZ 85215.

Daubert, Nila J.

dgardner — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:20:28 +0000

Nila J. Daubert, formerly of Saginaw, Michigan peacefully passed away Wednesday, February 01, 2012 after a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer. Nila Jane Harmony was born November 24, 1934 in Lincoln, Nebraska to the late Alexander and Sarah (Erdman) Harmony. Nila graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1953. She spent 38 years in the financial world, starting as a bookkeeper at Michigan National Bank and she worked her way up to retire as General Manager of the Saginaw Consumer Powers Employees Credit Union (now known as United Financial). She was a member of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia – Lincoln, NE Chapter; charter member of Resurrection Lutheran Church; Former Director of the Credit Union Executives Society; and Former Treasurer of MACU (Michigan Association of Credit Unions). Nila was preceded in death by her parents, brothers James Harmony and Alexander (David) Harmony, and granddaughter Marissa Daubert. She is survived by her loving husband James Daubert, whom she married on August 30, 1958. Together they had 5 children James (Michelle) Daubert of St. Louis, MO; Dana Daubert (Carlyn Hartshorn) of Tempe, AZ; Kristi (Donald) Baranowski of Chandler, AZ; Anthony (Diana) Daubert of Purcellville, VA; and Kara (Evan) Richman of Peoria, AZ. She is also survived by grandchildren Donnie Baranowski, Alexandra and James Daubert; a dear sister-in-law Judith Harmony, and many close family and friends. Arrangements have been made by Mountain View Mortuary in Mesa, AZ. A small private service at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Apache Junction was held. Interment will be at a later date at Roselawn Cemetery in Saginaw, MI. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider donations to Resurrection Lutheran Church 2110 Brockway St., Saginaw, MI 48602-2797.

Ramsey, Wendell Ray

dgardner — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:53:07 +0000

Born on the family farm near Achille, Oklahoma on April 13, 1936 Wendell Ray Ramsey began his lives journey. The oldest son of Quan and Edna Ramsey he followed the family to Arizona in 1955, after graduation from Achille High School. When he wasn’t working for Kennecott Copper, ASARCO and Cypress as a heavy equipment operator he enjoyed outdoor sports of hunting and fishing with friends and family. A race car enthusiast he raced stock cars for many years at the ¼ mile track in Globe, AZ. A talented metal sculpture he made welded figures and furniture using horseshoes, rebar, nuts and bolts. After retiring from the copper mines he and his wife Joan split their time between their homes in Mesa, AZ and Showlow, AZ. They enjoyed riding ATV’s, playing cards and visiting with family and friends. Known by many nicknames Wendell (Ray, Bud, Moe) was seldom ever scene without one of his many ball caps. Wendell left this life on a new journey, guided by God, on January 27, 2012 in Mesa, Arizona surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Joan, sisters Wanda (Roy) Ellis of Durant, OK., Sandra (Ted) Wade of Yuma, AZ., Mary (Al) Aring of Phoenix, AZ., brothers Millard Ramsey of Kelvin, AZ., Dale (Ann) Ramsey of Kearny, AZ., and Ronald Ramsey of Wyoming, son Robert (Amanda)Ramsey of Sherman, TX., daughters Jody (Marlon) Ramsey Las Vegas, NV., Doreen (John) of Mesa, AZ., Rochelle (Rick) of Mesa, AZ., 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being handled by Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa, AZ. January 31, 2012.

Bovee, Lester Marion

dgardner — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:51:27 +0000

Lester M. Bovee, “Buzz” 89, of Gilbert, Arizona passed peacefully in the arms of his Granddaughter Melissa and surrounded by family on Thursday January 26, 2012. He was born a twin on April 9, 1922, third child of George and Myrtle Bovee in Holyoke, Colorado. He is preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 65 years Ruby and his twin sister Ester “Mary” Mayer. He is survived by two daughters, Kathy Spada and Judy Rowland; two sisters Margie Conry and Ruth Banks and two brothers Leonard and George Bovee; grandchildren, Terri and husband Michael, Tammi, Shawn, Jeff and wife Grethel, Jamie and wife Rebecca and Melissa; great grandchildren Tiffany and husband Steve, Rebecca and husband Grant, Carly, Gretita, Ashley, Bobbi, Joshua, Cami, Johnny and Jacob; great-great grandchildren Brandon, Torren, Americus, Vinny, and we found out the morning he passed that Rebecca and Grant are expecting a baby. Buzz found his passion in his family first and foremost, and his love of the outdoors, walking and riding his bike. He leaves us a decorated Hero and a legacy of deep committed love, kindness, integrity, humor and a flirtatious flair for life. He will be greatly missed by us all as we say goodbye with gratitude to our beloved “Poppy”.

Story, Glenn Carl

dgardner — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:04:29 +0000

Glenn Carl Story, 73 of Mesa, AZ passed away Thursday, January 26, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Story, a former resident of Hayward, CA was born in Seattle, WA. Survivors include his wife, Jean Story, daughter Shawn Grace, son-in-law Aaron Grace, sisters: Elsie Salemi, Marylou Valentine, and Doris Stevens, brother Fred Hadden, and grandchildren: Scott, Zachary, Nathan and Christopher Grace. Services will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, Mesa, AZ.

Dean, Theodora “Thea”

dgardner — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:01:13 +0000

Theodora “Thea” G. Dean, was born April 15, 1928 in Stamford, Connecticut, and was a longtime resident of Great Falls, VA. As a young woman, Thea attended Emma Willard School in Troy, New York and Rochester University. She married the boy next door, Jonathan “Jock” Dean, in 1950 and lovingly raised five children in an adventure across continents, elegantly hosting diplomatic events on postings with the Foreign Service in Limburg, Prague, the Belgian Congo, Bonn and Vienna. Thea embraced family, friends, acquaintances, and all she encountered with warmth, love and compassion. She loved and cherished the natural world as well, and was famous for her fondness of pigs. Those fortunate to know Thea were touched by her selfless generosity and infectious sense of humor, gifts they carry forever from this courageous, extraordinary woman. Thea is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Jonathan Dean, their five children, and eight grandchildren.

Peterslie, Audrey

dgardner — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:52:20 +0000

Audrey Audrey Peterslie of Mesa, AZ passed away on January 23, 2012. She is survived by her husband Lyle Peterslie, son Jim (Sue) Van Ornum, daughters Cheryl (Dana) Smith and Debbie (Mike) McNeal, brother Kenneth (Virginia) Peterson, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Thursday January 26 from 5:30- 7:30 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ and Funeral service will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 612 S. Ellsworth Rd., Mesa, AZ on Friday January 27 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in her memory to be sent to Hospice of the Valley.

Sobal, John

dgardner — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:46:21 +0000

John Sobal, 88 of Mesa, AZ passed away Sunday January 22, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Sobal, a retired aircraft planner, was born in West Hazelton, PA on March 2, 1923. John was a WWII veteran serving in the US Army as a crew chief on the C-47 in Central Europe. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Wilma, his parents, two sisters, and one brother. Survivors include his daughter Melinda J. Sobal, son John P. Sobal, granddaughter Jennifer A. Sobal-Whipple and great-granddaughter Gracie K. Sobal-Whipple. The visitation will be from 1-3:00 pm Friday January 27, 2012 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ followed by graveside services at 3:00 pm.

Nelson, Lorraine

dgardner — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:42:48 +0000

Lorraine Rita (Ares) Nelson passed away January 20, 2012 at Banner Gardens Hospice in Mesa, Arizona. She leaves behind her husband of 48 years, Kenneth R. Nelson of San Tan Valley, Arizona, a daughter Jennifer Brouillette of Mesa, AZ, and a daughter Susan Sorel of Gilbert, AZ. She is also survived by her sister Norma Richard of Athol, MA, her sister Lola O’Mara of Marietta, GA, her brother Del Ares of Athol, MA and her brother Richard Ares of Marshfield, MA. She leaves behind six grandchildren, Matthew Jones, Sarah Brouillette, Zachary Sorel, Emily Sorel, Abigail Sorel and Benjamin Sorel. A viewing will be held January 25th at Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa, AZ, with funeral services January 26th at the Meridian Building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Queen Creek, AZ. Lorraine attended Athol schools and worked for several years at Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School in Orange, and retired from the Templeton Development Center.

Ames, Sidney Raymond

dgardner — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:39:00 +0000

Sidney Raymond Ames (Sid), 78, a 40-year resident of Apache Junction, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 17^th, 2012. He was born in Seattle, Washington, on March 3, 1933, graduated from Truman High School in Minn., and received a degree in Civil Engineering from South Dakota State College. After serving two years as a 1^st Lieutenant in the Army, he then continued his career as a civil engineer and construction estimator. He was a committed Christian, faithful husband, devoted father, and fun-loving grandfather. His humor touched so many lives! He was reunited in heaven with his wife Merilyn of 44 years, his brother Doug and Sister-in-law Betty of Seattle, Washington, parents Ray and Vera Ames of Apache Junction, and two grandsons Christopher and Geoffrey Ames of Flagstaff. He is survived by his son Greg and wife Teri Ames of Flagstaff, Az., son Brad and wife Zana and grandchildren David, Cayla, and Sam Ames of San Jose, California and daughter Kim and husband Joel and grandchildren Taylor, Tanner, and Trevor Huff of Largo, Fl. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 27^th, 5:00p-7:00p at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, Az. 85207. A Committal Service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28^th 1:00p at Mountain View Cemetery with the Memorial Service following at 3:00p at Saguaro Hills Baptist Church, 1402 N. Power Rd., Mesa, Az. 85205. Since Sid enjoyed hiking, there will be a Memorial Hike on Sunday Jan. 29^th starting at 2:00p at Lost Dutchman State Park, Cholla Day Use Area, in Apache Junction, Az, with a time of reflection and reminiscing of Sid’s Life starting at 3:30p. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Baptist Lifeline Mission, Designee: Missionary Muriel Wilson, 3241 W. 44^th Ave. Denver, Colorado, 80211.

Zoet, Edna V.

dgardner — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:32:56 +0000

Edna V. Zoet, 94, of Mesa, Arizona passed away January 16, 2012 in Mesa, Arizona. There will be a visitation between 5-7:00 pm Thursday January 19, 2012 at Mounatin View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. The funeral service will be at 10:00 am Friday January 20, 2012 also at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel. Local florist suggestion Razzle Dazzle Flowers, 7528 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 1-800-220-1183.

Pillow, Lucille Marilyn

dgardner — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:38:07 +0000

Known to friends as Lou, Lucille Marilyn Pillow lost her short battle with heart disease on 12 January 2012. She had previously beaten TB and cancer and throughout she maintained good spirits and zeal for life. She was born 3 February 1927 on a farm in Prole, Iowa to Frank and Leona Peterson-Parker as the third of six children. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Roy Pillow, brothers Fred, Bob, and Ned, and sister Eleanor Parker. She is survived by her children Peggy (&Phil) Harris, Todd Pillow, and Linda (&Frank) Bilek, sister Dorothy (&Ron Dietz) Warren, three grandchildren, six great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and friends. Lou enjoyed traveling with and visiting her children & grandchildren, gardening, reading, gifting date-filled cookies to family and friends every Christmas and learning genealogy & family history. Lou and Roy did wooden handicraft projects; he was the carpenter and she was the painter. She worked in Mesa, Arizona as a waitress for twenty-three years and felt like she was being paid to visit with friends plus she got to walk a lot (her favorite physical activity). She took pride in her war work at Convair Aircraft Plant during WWII in San Diego, California. Lou will be interred in Mountain View Cemetery next to her husband of forty-nine years. There will be a visitation for Lou at 1:00 pm Wednesday January 18, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ, services will follow at 2:00 pm. A luncheon will take place 3:30 pm Wednesday January 18, 2011 at Annabelle’s (AZ Golf Resort), 425 S. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ 85206.

Tanner, Harry Samuel

dgardner — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:24:13 +0000

Harry Samuel Tanner, 76 of Mesa passed away January 13, 2012 in Mesa. Mr. Tanner retired from the United States Air Force. He is survived by his wife Donna, sister Patricia ( Ed Schmitt), brother Bob(Ethel), sister in law Jeanne Schmitt. Son Mark Tanner and his children Jeremy and Jasmine, daughter Cathi and her husband Steve Preshaw and daughter Crystal, daughter Vicki Tanner and daughters Samantha and Charlene, daughter Denise and her husband Douglas Alexander, son Kenneth and his wife Shelly Tanner and their children Jesse, Leah, Cilla and Daniel. Crystals children Joseph, Nicky, Gabby and Jesse. A committal service will be held January 20, 2012 at noon at the Mountain View Cemetery. 7900 E. Main Mesa, Az.

Chapman, Dorothy

dgardner — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:51:36 +0000

Dorothy Chapman entered her eternal home, at the age of 88, on January 8, 2012. Dorothy was born and raised in Merrill, MI. She and her family relocated to Mesa, AZ in 1965. Dorothy retired from the Mesa Chamber of Commerce and also worked at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. She was World War II Veteran serving in the US Navy at Pearl Harbor, as well as a very loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Dorothy was a member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Mesa since 1965. She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy, of 58 years and four brothers and two sisters. She is survived by her sons, David (Valoy) Chapman of Mesa, Doug (Stephanie) Chapman of TN, and her daughter Debbie Balmer of Mesa; three granddaughters, Nicole (Lucas) Sizemore, Amber (Trey) Balmer-Memmott and Elizabeth Chapman, two grandsons Evan (Aubrey) Balmer and Leon Chapman, and two great grandchildren, Alyssa and Nolan Sizemore of TN. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Ellen Bluemer in NJ, a special brother-in-law, Verl Smith of Scottsdale, and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend its appreciation and thanks to Banner Hospice for the loving care that they have provided during these last few months. Those planning an expression of sympathy may consider memorials to Banner Hospice, 275 East Germann Road, Suite 110, Gilbert, AZ 85297. Viewing will be held on Wednesday January 11, 2012 from 5-7:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa. Services will be held on Thursday January 12, 2012 at 11:00 am at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 3237 E. University Drive, Mesa, Arizona.

Peterson, Howard Lewis

dgardner — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:49:07 +0000

Our beloved father, died on December 12th, 2011 in Chandler, Arizona. Howard Lewis Peterson was born on November 25, 1924, in Tacoma, WA to Peter L. Peterson and Olga O. Swanson. He had a brother David E. Peterson. He served in the U.S Army Air Corps from 1944 to 1946 as a Flight Officer / Navigator onboard a B-24 Liberator Bomber. He was honorably discharged with 3 American Theater Metals. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound with a bachelor?s degree in business. Soon after his graduation from college, he married Shirley Elizabeth Greenfield, a registered nurse. They had 3 children, Marla Diane, Gregory Lewis and Timothy Brian, all born in Tacoma, WA. He resided in Tacoma, WA; Anaheim, CA; and Mesa, AZ. Howard is survived by his eldest son/daughter-in-law, Gregory and Cheryl Peterson of Placentia, CA; daughter, Marla Peterson of Santa Ana, CA; 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A memorial service will be held at the Tri-City Baptist Church / International Baptist College Chapel (2211 West Germann Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286) on Friday January 13th at 6:00 P.M.

Chapp, James L. Jr.

dgardner — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:48:08 +0000

James L. Chapp Jr, 48, of Simi Valley, CA formally of Mesa, AZ passed away December 30th 2011. He was born in Omaha, NE January 4th 1963 to parents James and Judith Chapp of Mesa, AZ. He is survived by his wife Rosemarie (Wade) Chapp, son James J. Chapp, daughter Teresa M. Chapp, brothers Jeff and John Chapp, sister Milissa (Chapp) Ward, and parents James and Judith Chapp. Jim graduated from Scottsdale Saguaro High School and University of Phoenix with an MBA. Jim also served in the U.S. Navy’s submarine service as a nuclear power specialist. He had a distinguished career with General Motors, Rogers Corporation, TRW Automotive, and currently with Nestle Corporation. Services to be held at Mountain View Mortuary January 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM in Mesa, AZ. Graveside service to follow immediately at Mountain View Cemetery in Mesa, AZ. Jim you are in our hearts forever and will be missed beyond words.

Jennings, Albert Edward

dgardner — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:46:39 +0000

Albert Edward Jennings, 74, of Apache Junction, Arizona passed away January 5, 2012 in Apache Junction. Mr. Jennings, a carpenter, was born in Chicago, IL. Survivors include his wife Mary Murray, daughter Heather, son-in-law Matt, step-daughters Patricia and Margaret, son A.J., step-sons David and Duncan, and granddaughter Elise. Services will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207

Bright, Easton Jay

dgardner — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 23:54:58 +0000

Easton Jay Bright, 9 weeks, of San Tan Valley, Arizona passed awayTuesday January 3, 2012 in Chandler, Arizona. Easton is survived by his parents Michael Bright and Heather Curtis of San Tan Valley. There will be a visitation at 1:00 pm Sunday January 8, 2012 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ followed at 2:00 pm by the funeral service. Family requests donations be made at www.eastonbright.com

Schelderup, Joan

dgardner — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:20:05 +0000

Joan passed away on 3 January 2012 in Queen Creek, Arizona. She was born on 10 July 1926 to Frank and Marguerite Maher at Holy Cross hospital in Salt Lake City. Joan attended Judge Memorial high school and St. Mary’s college, graduating with a BA in Arts in 1948. She married and divorced Marvin Boyer. She later met and married Harold H. Schelderup, they recently celebrated their 51^st wedding anniversary. Joan left behind her husband, 7 children, 14 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held in Queen Creek, Arizona on January 6, 2012.

Allison, James Clinton

dgardner — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:54:27 +0000

James Clinton Allison, born June 9, 1923, passed away peacefully from this life to the next, with his wife Margaret (Peg) at his side, on December 8, 2011. James, known to all as Jim, was born in Kremlin, Montana, one of 4 children. He is survived by his brother Earl (Dick), his devoted wife and friend of 60 years, Margaret, five children: Lonnie, Rande, Sandy, Gary and Rick, 7 grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son Steve. Jim and Peg have lived in Mesa, AZ for the last 30 years. Jim served in WWII as both a rifle specialist in the Army, and a sergeant in the US Air Force, where he was a B-24 bombardier over Germany. He had a career in the vending and coin operated business, eventually owning his own company in the San Francisco Bay Area. Jim had the ability to “fix almost anything”, and used this capacity to serve others, especially family and neighbors all his life. He was also a creative artist, both as a painter and musician. His organ playing, especially swing music, not only blessed him but many hundreds of others, whether he was playing for parties in community centers in Mesa, at their second home in Show Low, or just for himself on the patio. His music made people smile and want to dance, especially at Christmas, Jim’s favorite time of year. He had a quick wit and sense of humor. Often when friends or families were around, his spontaneous comments made everyone laugh. His devotion and giving spirit to his family was great, up to the last month of his life. Every time one of his children concluded a telephone call with “dad”, he would ask if they needed anything- and he meant anything. But above all, he cherished his wife. Their love provided a wonderful life for them and a precious example to family and friends. Jim Allison will be greatly missed, but with him we share a hope of reunion in the next world where there is no mourning, crying or pain. A memorial service for Jim Allison will be held at 11:30 am on Wednesday December 14. Location is the Community Center at Brentwood Southern, 8103 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ 85203.

Kelsey, Margaret

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:50:07 +0000

Margaret Kelsey, 63 of Mesa, went to be with the Lord Dec. 28, 2011. She is survived by her two brothers John Horney of Corinth, TX, Robert Burns of Wichita, KS, two sisters Corrine Young and Arline Duke both of Wichita, KS, son Larry K Lewis, daughter Tamara Cook, son in law Ryan Cook, grandchildren Heather and Jason Thomson, Crystal and Mike Robledo and great granddaughter Shayna Thomson. Services were held Tuesday Jan. 3, 2012 at 11:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207.

Booth, Gary A.

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:22:49 +0000

Gary A. Booth, 60, of Apache Junction, AZ, passed away Jan. 1, 2012. Mr. Booth, an assembly worker, was born in Elmhurst, IL. Survivors include his wife, Judy Lynn; son, Bryah A.; his mother, Betty Moritz. Visitation 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 5, with services following at 3 p.m., at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85207.

Jansen, Louis A.

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:21:56 +0000

Louis A. Jansen, born in Dubuque, Iowa, on July 10, 1925. Passed away in Mesa, Arizona, on December 22, 2011. Preceded in death by beloved wife, Jean E. Jansen and son, Karl L. Jansen, survived by daughters Jean A. Wallace (Charles) and Laura J. Irwin (Patrick), and sons Roy L. Jansen (Steff) and Kurt L. Jansen (Roberta). He will be missed. Services will be at 1:00 pm Saturday January 7, 2012 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Baker, Joseph Gerard

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:19:33 +0000

Joseph Gerard Baker, “Joey” passed away peacefully the morning of December 23, 2011 at the age of 48 in Mesa, Arizona, after a long period of hospitalization. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Baker, sisters and brothers, Phyllis Rowe, Albert Baker, Jr., Christine Launder, and Gregory Baker. He is further survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. He is proceeded in death by his father, Albert Baker, Sr., his sister, Barbara Baker, and his nephew, Robert Imus, who all came the morning of the 23rd to take him to a “better place” Joey came into this world 48 years ago with Downs Syndrome and therefore was very involved with Special Olympics for many years. His favorite activity all of his life was bowling. He was one of the sweetest, most loving people God put on this earth and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Christmas was his favorite time of year and now he’ll spend it with his best friend, his father, whom he called “Pal”. Services will be held Wednesday, December 28 at 2:00 PM with visitation at 1:00 PM at Mountain View Funeral Home at 7900 East Main St. in Mesa. Family requests donations be made to the Special Olympics.

Yares, Audrey Marie

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:17:23 +0000

Audrey Marie Yares of Mesa, AZ passed away on December 13, 2011 at the age of 82. She was born in St. Paul, MN, the daughter of Harry and Magdaline Svoboda. She is survived by her husband Clement, daughters Kristine Gossman and Sandy Yares, 3 sons Clayton (Lisa), Spencer (Kathy), and Kevin (Kat), 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild. She is also survived by two brothers Timothy and David Svoboda. She graduated from St Regis High School in Eau Claire, WI and Ancker School of Nursing in St. Paul, MN. She was a Registered Nurse and practiced at St Paul Ramsey Hospital. A private memorial service will be held in Wyoming, MN at a later date. The family wishes any donations be made in her name to Banner Hospice, 7231 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85208 in lieu of flowers.

Blake, Donald

dgardner — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:15:31 +0000

Donald Blake went home to be with the Lord December 13, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. In Yreka, CA, Donald ministered for 23 years to those in need at the jail. He is survived by his wife of 27 ½ years, Reba, his children: Judy (Jim) Penny, Joyce (Jo) Perry, Tim (Nancy) Blake, Susan Remp, Tony Blake, Bruce (Mary) Blake, and Connie Blake; his sister June (Richard) Harris, 14 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his two sons Eric and Chris, 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

Taylor, Jenne Louise

dgardner — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:24:25 +0000

Jenne Louise 86 of Mesa, AZ, passed away on December 30, 2011. The visitation will be January 5, 2012 between 5-8:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. Funeral Services will be January 6, 2012 at 2:00 pm at Broadway Christian Church, 7335 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85208. Family requests contributions or food be donated to the Food Bank at Broadway Christian Church.

Mendoza, Robert F. Sr.

dgardner — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 23:44:00 +0000

Robert F. Mendoza Sr. passed away peacefully at the Tucson Veterans Hospital with his family at his side on December 26, 2011. He was 82 years of age. Robert Mendoza was born in Hayden, Arizona on June 26, 1929 to Frank and Margarita Mendoza; he was the eldest of five children. Robert enlisted in the United States Army in 1949 and received his military training at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey as a Signal Corp Radio repairman. He served in Panama with company “A” in the 45^th Recon and the 7^th Armed Division; he separated with an Honorable discharge. Robert was married to Rebecca Bailon on March 26, 1954 and has resided in Coolidge, Arizona since 1958. He was self-employed as owner/operator of Modern Music Service through which he provided Pinal County residences a wide variety of entertainment options that included Jukeboxes, pool tables and video games. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, sister, and brother. He is survived by his wife Rebecca, his sister Doris and his family of three sons and two daughters: Miguel, Robert, Samuel, Cynthia, and Margarita. He was blessed with fourteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa, Arizona on December 30, 2011 at 11:00 AM. Donations can be sent to: Department of Veterans Affairs, Voluntary Service office 9-135, 3601 S. 6^th Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85723 In Honor of: Robert F. Mendoza.

Sevigny, Gerald Patrick

dgardner — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:32:13 +0000

Our Father Gerald was visited by our Mom recently and she led him to the home that she had prepared for the both of them in Heaven. The two of them together again as they were in life, inseparable. Dad was born to Philemon and Bernadette (Baillargeon) Sevigny on a cold winter’s day in January of 1931 in Saint Thomas, North Dakota. His first few years were spent in the St Thomas area until in 1935 the family moved to Grafton and their home at 818 Summit Avenue. Dad was the last of ten children born to Philemon and Bernadette and as such was often spoiled and never lacked for attention. Dads would often speak fondly of his youth and the fun or mischief that he and his friends would find themselves in. Not one interested in schooling, Dad never graduated preferring the rich experiences he would gain from life to that of a classroom. Getting bored, Dad was always rather restless, he got his Mother to convince the Army Recruiter that her son was indeed seventeen and off he was to Kansas and a new way of life that would forever change him, that was 1947. War came on the Korean Peninsula and Dad answered the call with the 25^th Infantry. He would later describe his experiences at war as an eye opening and terrifying experience that would mold and shape him forever. Wounded during the Battle at the Chosun Reservoir he found himself in an Army hospital in Tokyo recovering from his wounds. Later he would be sent home to recover further from his wounds where he would meet and fall in love with a young Icelandic girl from Mountain (Lois Bjornson). They were married in September of 1952 and would spend the next 58 years together until our Mother passed this past May. Dad would remain in the Army and the service of his country for over 25 years. He and our Mother loved this type of life and made friends all over the world wherever they went. Dad rose through the ranks to that of that of Sergeant First Class, only retired after being told that he would have to serve another tour of duty in Vietnam, he felt that he just could not leave his family again, and quietly retired. Living in the Grafton area after his retirement he was continuously restless, for I do not think that Dad had truly wanted to leave the Army for it had become the only solid thing he had ever known besides Mom. In 1978 He and Mom moved to the Olympia Washington area where they lived for the next 14 years, traveling every so often to some of the places that they had lived throughout his Army career and visiting their many friends that they had made together. In 1992, Mom and Dad moved for the final time to the Mesa Arizona area where they would spend the rest of their days together. Mom getting sick was a complete shock to everyone however losing her to Cancer was devastating to Dad for not only did he love and depend on her for his very breath, they were always together and they always seemed to complete each other. The bond they shared was obvious and admirable. Dad was never quite the same after Mom’s passing, lonely and confused he would often ask why her and not him. Dad was generous to a fault, he would give you the shirt off his back before thinking or taking care of himself, and he would always say the Army taught him that. I think the greatest lesson that he ever taught us children was that a Father could never be more than 100% right nor 100% wrong, thank you Dad for that lesson. He leaves behind a son Dean (April) of Port Orchard, Wa., a daughter Mary and son Roger of Mesa, Az., and a daughter Denise (Scott Woinarowicz) of Olympia, Wa. Five grandchildren Scott (Ashley Bender) of Mesa, Az., Kayla (Ryan Sutherland) of Olympia, Wa., Marc of San Diego, Ca., Kristjian of Olympia, Wa., and John Paul of Port Orchard, Wa., and a Great Granddaughter, Madalin (His Snootzie, Her Big Pappa) of Olympia, Wa., his family was always a sense of great pride and joy to him. Also surviving were his three sisters, Lucy, Alice and Isabel and many nieces and nephews. His wife Lois, a daughter Catherine, his Mother and Father, Philemon and Bernadette, four sisters Fabiola, Theresa, Winifred, Helen, and two brothers Adrian and Woodrow, precede him in death. Dad’s life was celebrated by a Memorial service, which was held at the Mountain View Funeral home in Mesa, Az., with Full Military Grave Site Honors following the services at the National Veterans Cemetery in Phoenix, Dad and Mom are now forever together again. The family requests that in lieu of flowers a donation be made in his name to the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org). One element of losing a loved one is reflection and as we look back through blurry tear-stained eyes, we see a clear vision of how fortunate we truly were to have Dad in our daily lives. Thanks Dad for all the lessons you taught us in life and the support you gave so freely. We miss you already.

DiNovo, Donald J.

dgardner — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 20:45:11 +0000

Donald James DiNovo, 80 of Mesa, AZ passed away Sunday December 11, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. DiNovo, an auto body and fender repair specialist, was born in Chicago, IL. Survivors include his wife Rita, daughter Donna (Walter), sons David (Jaime) and William (Amy), his sister Christine (Ivan), grandchildren Kurt and Troy, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Virginia, sisters Rose (Stanley) and Marietta, brothers Frank (Marge), Anthony (Bridget), Henry (Florence) and August. The visitation will be Friday December 16, 2011 between 2 and 6 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Straub, Jeffery Alan

dgardner — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:19:53 +0000

On December 8, 2011, Jeff was unexpectedly taken from this life. Jeff grew up in Winslow AZ. graduating with the Winslow Bulldogs class of 1982. He then entered the U.S. Navy and married his high school sweetheart Kristin. They spent 10 years in the Navy, where they together had two boys, Christopher M. Straub, Canon City, Colorado, and Scott A. Straub, Leesburg Florida. At the time of his death, Jeff was Married to Traci, had a son Logan, and adopted daughter Serina all of Gilbert AZ. He worked for the BNSF. He was proceeded in death by his mother Willy Straub, surviving are father James Straub and wife of Winslow, AZ, sisters Janet and (Doug) Hebert of Scottsdale, AZ, Rhonda Padilla of Prescott, AZ, and brother Jimmy Straub, Phoenix, AZ. Jeff is also survived by many niece’s and nephews, including his niece and best friend Jonnie Lynn Tafoya. He will be missed by many, but forever lost are 3 small words to his son’s Chris and Scott, “I Love You”. Never let a day go by without your children knowing how you truly feel, for we are not promised tomorrow.

Crisp, Nina

dgardner — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:07:21 +0000

Nina Crisp, 91 of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on December 7, 2011. Services will be held at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 401 E. Phelps Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032 on Tuesday December 13, 2011 at 11: 00 AM. If sending flowers they need to be at the church by 10:00 am.

Brault, Ernest Martin

dgardner — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:30:12 +0000

Ernest Martin Brault, 79, of Apache Junction passed away on November 28, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr Brault was born in Greenbay, Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Brault, 3 daughters Linda Koenig, June Gill and Sherry Cossey, 3 sons Norman, Richard and William, 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son Ernest Jr. Rosary service is scheduled for 9:30 am Monday, December 5th followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:00 am St. George Catholic Church 300 East 16th Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

Trafzer, Margaret

dgardner — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:59:50 +0000

Margaret ( Hefner) Trafzer was called home to her Heavenly Father on November 26^th, 2011 in Mesa, Az. She was a longtime resident of Yuma, Heber-Overgaard and Mesa and has now been reunited with her husband Ron Sr., her son Gary and great-granddaughter Mila, as well as her parents, 4 brothers and two sisters. She was born in Electra, Texas and out of her 7 siblings leaves behind one brother, Doyle Hefner (Edda) of Concho, Az. She is survived by her son Ron Jr. (Sher) Mesa AZ, daughters Judy Galbrecht, Mesa AZ, Linda Borden, Hutto Texas and daughter in law Lisa McRae of Queen Creek, along with 14 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her smile and at times stubborn determination. She will be greatly missed by those who loved her, but find comfort in knowing she has returned home and is finally reunited with the husband she so dearly loved and missed. Graveside services will be on Friday at 11:00AM, December 2, 2011 at the Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N Center St., Mesa, Az 85201. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in her name to the Shepherd of the Pines Methodist Church in Overgaard, AZ (P.O. Box 1402, Overgaard AZ 85933).

Swanson, Leland D.

dgardner — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 21:28:48 +0000

Leland Dwain Swanson passed away in his home November 7, 2011. One of four children, Lee was born Sep 12, 1925 on a farm in Gypsum, KS to the late Martin E and Julia Lindstrom Swanson. After completing grade school, he joined the Navy “Sea Bees”. He then attended college in Wichita and Washington, graduating SLC with a degree in Physics from Washington State University. In addition to a successful career in aerospace engineering, Lee was an ordained minister in the Church of Religous Science. He was deeply spiritual, a student and teacher of religion and philosophy much of his adult life. After retiring, he lived and traveled in an RV across North America for 10 years, finally settling down in Mesa, AZ. He loved the outdoors and hiked the Grand Canyon 10 times between the ages of 71 and 81. He was also a champion pool player and excellent dancer. He is survived by two older siblings, Elmer and Dorothy, the mother of his children and former wife, Patricia, his dear friend and companion the last 15 years of his life, Eleanor (“Nornee”), and his four children, Leland Jr., Christine, John and Julia. Memorial services will be held at 2 pm December 2 at the Mesa Dunes mobile home park.

Rodriguez, Maria Ruela

dgardner — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 21:26:45 +0000

Maria Ruelas Rodriguez passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. She is survived by her husband Manuel , brother Ignacio Rivera, 3 daughters Pam, Adela, April and 2 sons Ralph, Abraham 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday, November 28th. Funeral Services 10:00 am Tuesday, November 29th at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa

Ramirez, Felix M.

dgardner — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:06:48 +0000

Felix M. Ramirez, 74 of Phoenix, Arizona passed away Monday, November 14, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Ramirez, a US Air Force veteran, was born in Sonora, Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Irene Ramirez, 3 daughters, 2 sons and 8 grandchildren. The visitation for Mr. Ramirez will be at 1:00 pm Saturday November 19, 2011 followed by the funeral at 2:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

Stevens, Wesley Perry

dgardner — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:05:59 +0000

Wesley Perry Stevens died on November 9, 2011 at Claremore, Okla., where he was a resident at the Claremore Veterans’ Center. He was 87 years old and had Alzheimer’s Disease. Wesley was born November 5, 1924 in Shoshone, Idaho to Albert Stevens and Cecil May Lewis Stevens. He was the fifth of six boys. Wes came to Sanford, Colo. at the age of 17 months, after the death of his mother. Wesley was raised with his aunt and uncle, the James Peter and Lettie Jensen family. Lettie Jensen was the sister of Albert Stevens. Wes graduated from Sanford High School in 1942 after serving as senior class president. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and received his basic training in Farragat, Idaho. He served in the Navy briefly during WWII. Wesley married his childhood sweetheart, Alice Mae Crowther, who was the daughter of William Alma Crowther and Marcella Christensen Crowther, on April 1, 1945. They lived in Sanford, Denver, and Alamosa. Alice Mae preceded him in death on June 27, 1996, after 51 years of marriage. They lived in Redlands, Calif. for 34 years, and Mesa, Ariz. for 19 years. He married Elaine Crowther Nelson in 1997. They moved to Huntsville, Alabama in 2009 and Claremore, Okla. in 2010. Wes and Alice were the proud parents of five children: Dennis Wayne Stevens (deceased) of Saranac Lake, NY, David Lynn Stevens of Redwood City, Calif., Lorraine Stevens Ludden of Lake Forest, Calif., Kelly Duane Stevens of Albuquerque, NM, and Curtis Perry Stevens of West Jordan, Utah. Wes and Alice have 26 grandchildren, and over 100 descendants. Wes worked as a dairyman, truck driver and maintenance man at a truck terminal where he was respected for his thoroughness. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He served as a High Priest, Seventy, Home Teacher, Sunday School President, Assistant Ward Clerk, and Temple Worker. Wes was always loved and respected for his extreme honesty, integrity and generosity. He was always eager to show friendship and render service to everyone around him. He was famous for stopping to help a stranger as well as a friend. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Service and burial will be at Mountain View Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Mesa, Arizona on November 12, 2011, where he will rest beside his beloved wife, Alice Mae.

DeGeer, Robert “Bob” Cook

dgardner — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:18:13 +0000

Robert “Bob” Cook DeGeer, 86, of Mesa, AZ passed away November 10, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. DeGeer, an insurance executive, was born to parents who homesteaded just east of Colorado Springs. He grew up in Colorado and graduated from the University of Denver with a degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. He joined the Navy in 1943, assigned to the amphibious Corp and spent 3 years in the South Pacific. After training for beach landings in New Guinea, he went to The Philippines and made 2 invasions. He was discharged in 1946 and returned home to Pueblo, CO and met his first wife Marjorie and married in 1947. Marjorie and Bob were blessed with 4 children. He worked for State Farm Insurance as an agent, and then became an Agency Director. He retired in 1986 in Albuquerque, NM and moved back to Colorado, where he became interested in Tennessee Walking horses. He showed horses in a two state area. Marjorie left this world in 1997 and Bob then began sharing his life with a wonderful woman, Beverly Butler. Beverly left his life in 2002, and he then began sharing his life with another wonderful woman, Josephine Smith. Bob is survived by his companion Josephine “Jo” Smith, his daughter Cheri Stichka, sons Robert John, Ronald Everett, and Michael Lee, 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2:00 pm Saturday November 12, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850). Contributions may be made to the American Red Cross in Bob’s honor.

Tirpak, Ruth E.

dgardner — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:46:40 +0000

Ruth E. Tirpak, 89 of Mesa, AZ passed away November 5, 2011 at Lund Hospice Home in Gilbert, AZ. Ruth is survived by her children John (Lily) Tirpak and Randy (Pam) Tirpak, both of Chandler, AZ, grandchildren Doug (Lydia) Tirpak of Golden, CO and Melissa Tirpak af Chandler, AZ, her sisters-in-law Eleanor Sabo and Faye Tirpak, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband John T. Tirpak, parents Frank and Esther (Fredrickson) Adams, brothers Don and Carroll Adams and her sister Lavonne (England) Moore. She retired as a personnel and insurance clerk from IRC Fibers in Painesville, OH after more than 25 years of service and moved to Mesa, AZ in 1988. Ruth played the organ for the Sunland Village Chapel for 20 years. She was a member of Fairport Harbor Yacht Club, Sweet Adelines and B.P.O.E. #549 Emblem Club. She was also an avid golfer and loved bowling. She also was a huge fan and enjoyed watching the Phoenix Suns and the AZ Diamondbacks. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Sunshine Acres Children’s Home, 3405 N. Higley Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215.

Lipscomb, Matthew

dgardner — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:38:28 +0000

We lost a pure gentleman, Matthew Thomas Lipscomb, 46, of Mesa, AZ, on Friday November 4, 2011. He is survived by his adoring wife Susan, his loving mother Alice Lipscomb (Tom DeVeau) of Milwaukee, WI, his siblings: Laura (Scott) Thompson, Steve (Trish) Lipscomb, Mary (Brad) Babor, Patty (Lumpy) McGregor, Sara (Dan) Kartz, Daniel (Debra) Lipscomb, Martha (Jeff) Kuhn, Susan’s extended family: Steven Malaga, grandson Jackson Malaga, mother-in-law “Mom” Emma Sloan, Cheryl Walker, Pam Mosley, Paula Bohannon, Jackie Fenske, Christina Pett; nieces, nephews, cousins and a plethora of friends. He will be especially missed by his “boys” Nanuk and Maverick. He was preceded in death by his father Dr. Charles Lipscomb and his brother Dennis. Matt touched so many lives with his spectacular smile, charm, sweetness, gentle heart, and his passion for life and people. Matthew was one of a kind. There will be a visitation Wednesday November 9, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ between 4-7:00 pm with Eulogies at 6:00 pm. The funeral service will be Thursday November 10, 2011 at College View Baptist Church, 1810 S. Longmore, Mesa, AZ at 2:00 pm. Memorials can be made to the Arizona Humane Society, 9226 N. 13th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021.

Johnson, Clelland William

dgardner — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:36:07 +0000

Clelland (Clell) William Johnson, 96, of Mesa, AZ passed away November 5, 2011. Clell was born on June 29, 1915 to Leon and Signa Johnson of Ocheyedan, IA. He attended schools in Iowa and Illinois. He married Mavis Cooper on May 27, 1937 in Algona, IA. They were married 57 years before she passed in December 1994. He was also preceded in death by his parents, a sister Shirley Johnson, and a daughter Kay Lynn Johnson. He was a graduate of the Worsham College of Embalming in Chicago, IL. While operating his business, The Johnson Funeral Home in Mountain Lake, MN, Clell also managed a branch office of F.F. Dick Insurance Agency; served on the Mountain Lake City Council; served as interim administrator for the Mountain Lake Hospital and Eventide Home; and after selling his funeral home, he and his wife Mavis helped manage Windom Country Club in Windom, MN. After moving to Mesa in 1972, he returned to work managing the Mission Chapel Funeral Home in Mesa, AZ. Clell was a loving and kind man who possessed an unfaltering devotion to his family and friends. He excelled at finding good in everyone. He is survived by a son, Barry (Ruthie Neuman) Johnson of Mesa, AZ, a son, Craig (partner Maurice Demers) Johnson of Reno, NV, a granddaughter Debra (John) Nawrocki of Bartlett, IL and three grandsons, Barry (Lisa) Johnson of Fife, WA, Chad (Brenda) Johnson of Reno, NV and Ryan Johnson ( Nicole Jolicoeur) of San Francisco, CA, as well as four great-grandchildren, Jessica and Kathryn Nawrocki, Annika Johnson and Drew Johnson. Clell was a member of the Chain Lake Masonic Lodge, #64, in Fairmont, MN. He was raised on Oct. 31, 1944. He was also a member of the Zuhrah Shrine in Minneapolis, MN and the El Zaribah Shrine in Phoenix, AZ where his son Barry also belongs. At the request of Clell and his family, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children and mailed to El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium, 552 N. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Interment will be at the Ocheyedan Cemetery, Ocheyedan, IA.

Robinson, Irene M.

dgardner — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:34:34 +0000

Irene M. Robinson, 100 of Mesa, AZ, passed away on November 3, 2011. There will be a visitation for Mrs. Robinson Monday November 7, 2011 between 5-7:00 pm with a Rosary at 6:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. The funeral mass will be at 10:00 am Tuesday November 8, 2011 at All Saints Catholic Church, 1534 N. Recker Rd., Mesa, AZ.

Burd, Jason Patrick

dgardner — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:33:31 +0000

Jason Patrick Burd, 40, of Mesa passed away Sunday October 30, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. He is survived by his daughter Megan Berkheimer, his mother Connie Burd, sister Mary Ruppert, brother Robert Burd, grandparents Joe Johnson and Mary Burd and one grandchild Damen Berkheimer. A Memorial Service will be held 7:00 pm Monday, November 7th, 2011 at Mesa Church of Christ 1223 E. Dana Avenue, Mesa AZ 85204.

Freisinger, Michael

dgardner — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:38:00 +0000

Michael Freisinger was born August 18, 1919 in the German Community of Glogowatz, Roumania. On October 27, 2011 he passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona. In December, 1923 at the age of four with his Father Anton and Mother Rose Freisinger they arrived in New York at Ellis Island, then proceeded to Chicago, Illinois. Michael grew up in Chicago and joined the U.S. Army in 1941. In June 12, 1943 he married his sweetheart, Winifred Langer shortly before he shipped out to Europe and World War II. After the war in 1946 he was stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky where daughter Noreen Lynn was born. In 1949 while stationed at Fort Ord, California, Michael Alan was born in Salinas, CA. From 1952-54 Michael participated in the Korean War. In 1956-1959 the family lived near Kaiserslauten, Germany, then moved to Lombard. Illinois in 1959. After 20 years service in the US Army, Michael retired from the US Army yet remained in the US Army Reserve until 1980 while working for Sara Lee, Motorola and other companies before retiring. Residing in Florida and Illinois over the years he and his beloved wife, Winfred moved to Mesa Arizona in the early 1980s. They were married for 68 years. He is survived by his wife Winifred, daughter Noreen, and son Michael Alan. He was a loving husband and father.

Porcupile, Marion Elmer

dgardner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:07:38 +0000

Marion Elmer Porcupile (also known as “Porky” to friends or “Dink” to family because he was the youngest) died on Saturday, October 8, 2011, at dawn at the age of 86 at his residence in Gold Canyon Ranch, Arizona. He died of natural causes. He was born January 12, 1925 in Meeker, Oklahoma to Bonnie Marie and James Henry Porcupile. He attended Seminole High School but did not graduate, choosing instead to join the U.S. Navy at the age of 17. He served as a Pharmacist’s Mate 2^nd class for 3 years in the 2^nd Marine Division. He was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action at Guadalcanal and was entitled to wear the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon with Star for the assault on Tarawa. He also participated in the Saipan invasion and held the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. The citation for the Silver Star read: “Marion Elmer Porcupile, (351-03-29), Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class, United States Navy, for gallantry in action on January 23, 1943, at Guadalcanal. During action when enemy artillery was shelling the bivouac area of a company of Marines, Pharmacist’s Mate Porcupile displayed exceptional courage and unselfish heroism. When cries from several men hit by shell fragments were heard he left his fox hole in the face of intense artillery fire, and rendered first aid to the wounded men.” He was married to Kathryn Elizabeth Simmons on November 26, 1948. After the war he resided in San Diego, California with his wife and raised his 3 daughters, Susan Helen Pennington, Denise Marie Lasky, and Nancy Elizabeth Sullivan. He was a devoted father and husband. He was a founding member and president of the Alco Fence Corporation in San Diego, California. Major fencing projects were completed at the San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, and Sea World. He was a life-long member of Local 89 of the Laborers’ International Union of North America. He was on the board of the San Diego Home of Guiding Hands and the San Diego Zoo. After retirement, he and his wife moved to Gold Canyon Ranch in Arizona near the Superstition Mountains which were his favorite. They also owned a home in the White Mountains of Arizona where they spent their summers. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and rode his Harley-Davidson motorcycle with his buddies across the entire country, going annually to Sturgis, South Dakota. He restored Ford T-Birds and Lincoln Continentals which are all being passed on to his daughters and granddaughters. He was active in the MountainBrook Village community serving on the first homeowner’s board, and the architecture and safety committees. He was also active in the community luminary committee and was frequently found in the kitchen cooking up breakfast for the community fund-raising events. He was one of original members of the “Round table”. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Elizabeth Porcupile (Gold Canyon, Arizona) and their 3 children: Susan Helen Pennington, husband Ronald, and daughter Maya (Arlington, Virginia), Denise Marie Lasky, husband Ben, daughters Kristen, Sierra and Katherine (Mount Pleasant, SC), and Nancy Elizabeth Sullivan (El Cajon, California); his stepson James Jolly and wife Susan (Cortez, Colorado), several grandchildren (Griffin, Grayson, Lexis, Madison and Ethan, three grand-son-in-laws, Mike Jung (Mount Pleasant, SC), Dave Williams (Daniel Island, SC), and Thomas Legois (Arlington, VA), nephew Daniel Porcupile (San Diego, California) and his cousin Doyle Stearman and his wife Joan (Shawnee, Oklahoma). He loved his buddies of the Round Table and all his friends in MountainBrook Village. He considered Fred and Ernie his brothers. He held a special place in his heart for “Ferby” and his master, Tom, who visited him right up to the end of his life. His neighbor, Louis, was of great help to him and the family. His death was preceded by those of his siblings: Louise Travers (died 1981, Shawnee, OK), Clifford Porcupile (died 1993, Galena, TX), Gardner Porcupile (died 1977, San Diego, CA), and Clifton Porcupile (died 2004, Chula Vista, CA). A memorial service is planned for the Sunset room in MountainBrook Village on MountainBrook Drive in Gold Canyon Ranch, at 10:30 AM on Saturday, November 5, 2011. His final resting place will be in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia at a future date. The family can be contacted for more information on when the service will be scheduled. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley to whom the family is indebted for their loving care and concern. In the words of his son-in-law, “Porky walked through life with a quiet footprint. On the surface, he was a simple man. But like so many others, beneath his simplicity, there was greatness.”

Wallace, William M.

dgardner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:44:58 +0000

William M. Wallace, 82 of Mesa, AZ passed away Wednesday October 12, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Wallace, a real estate appraiser, was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Rita, sons Keith and Clark, sister Lois Gregorson, brothers Samuel and Don, grandchildren: Kelcie Wallace, Christopher and Kevin Keeler, and Nathan Blade and great-grandchildren Andrew, Austin and Claire. Services will be at 10:30 am Saturday October 29, 2011 at Apache Wells Community Church, 2115 N. Gayridge Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215.

Bobbitt, Connie L.

dgardner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:27:54 +0000

“Connie” L. Bobbitt, 88 of Mesa, AZ, passed away on October 21, 2011. Constance Louella Bobbitt, born 1923, Racine, Ohio, died 2011 Mesa, Arizona. “Connie” as she liked to be called had a middle name after two of her favorite aunts: Aunt Lou and Aunt Ella. Married to George “Bill” Bobbitt, deceased with two surviving children Richard Bobbitt and Sheila (John Herman), two grandchildren Charles Herman and Andrew Herman with one great grandchild, Madison. She was the oldest of eight children born to Lawrence (LT-a twin) and Belinda Norris, Brothers were Lawrence Jr. deceased-(Carlene); Wilford “Willie” deceased (Nelt); Clarence “Bob”- deceased (Elaine); Alfred-deceased and Harold-living (Dee). Her sisters Donna-living (“Mac” MacWorter); Evelyn-living (Tom Shea); Janelle “Linda” (Jerry Kehr). There are numerous grand and great grand nieces and nephews. Connie grew up in a minister’s family with all of the church activities and responsibilities that were required at the time plus the mothering with her closest sister Donna, of all the other siblings. In her later life she had many interests: Charity work for the York, PA Hospital Auxiliary, dancing, bowling. painting, needlework, and playing cards. She was also good at gardening and loved to have lots of plants. She and Bill retired to Mesa, AZ with former coworkers and buddies where they enjoyed being away from the harsh Indiana winters. They had many productive years until heart problems overtook Bill and Dementia and Alzheimer’s overtook Connie. Connie came to live in an excellent nursing home here and they became part of her family too. She will be much missed in passing. Please send any donations in her behalf to the Alzheimer’s Association. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday October 25, 2011 with visitation starting at 10:00 AM at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850

Pruden, Katherine L.

dgardner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:23:56 +0000

Katherine L. Pruden, 84 of Mesa Arizona, passed away on October 21, 2011. Visitation 2-4 PM Monday October 24, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ. Funeral Mass Tuesday October 25, 2011 at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church 1730 W. Guadalupe Rd. Mesa, AZ 85202

Krahl, Louise Hope

dgardner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:22:48 +0000

Louise Hope Krahl, 86 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on October 18, 2011. There will be a visitation for Louise at 12:00 pm Friday October 21, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ, followed by the graveside service at 1:00 pm.

Riess, Helen Nadine

dgardner — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:43:14 +0000

Helen Nadine Riess, 77 of Mesa, AZ passed away October 17, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Ms. Riess, a homemaker was born in Johnson County, AR. Survivors include her daughters Kathy, Karen, and Rebecca, step-daughter Cheryl, sons Kenneth, Keith and Brent, step-son Steve, 2 brothers, 17 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Barnby, Dorothy Rose

dgardner — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:42:24 +0000

Dorothy Rose Barnby, 80, passed away in Chandler, AZ on Oct. 17, 2011. Dorothy was born in Sulphur Springs, Arkansas. Dorothy and her husband John moved to Arizona in 1955 and in 1959 purchased a home in Kearny, AZ where they raised their 11 children. Dorothy worked as an office manager at the Copper Basin News for 20 years. Dorothy and John moved to Mesa, AZ in 1992 to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, John, and is survived by 10 children and one deceased: Mary Maloof (Michael), Linda Hubbard (Jimmy), Beverly Winkel (Robert), John Barnby Jr., (Sandy), Donna Lease (Tom), Kathy Fief (Don), David Barnby (Sharalyn), Jeanne Esquivel (Chuck), Debi Newcomb (John), Sharon Wall (Bill), and Carol Stedman (Gil), 22 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Dorothy is remembered as a devoted mother; grandmother and friend who loved to cook and share a good joke. Friends and family are welcome to attend services at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 East Main Street in Mesa, AZ. The viewing will be held at 1pm and services will begin at 2pm Friday October 21, 2011. Thank you Mom/Grandma for always making us smile. As mom would say as family left from a visit “see you in the funny papers.” We Love You! The family requests that any donations please be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of AZ.

Mills, Danny Nevada

dgardner — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:41:06 +0000

Danny N. Mills, 75, of Apache Junction, AZ passed away October 16, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Mills, a veteran of the US Army, was born in North Baltimore, OH in 1936. Danny worked at Cooper Tire in Findlay, OH for 30 years and served as a North Baltimore School Bus Driver for 4 years. He was an honorary member of the AJ Mounted Rangers. He is survived by his wife Wanda Mills, children Michael S. Mills of Apache Junction, AZ, Luwanna Petersen of San Tan Valley, AZ, Mary Terry of Findlay, OH and Danny Paul Mills of Findlay, OH; his siblings: Chester Mills of MA, Larry Mills of Findlay, OH, and Sean Mills, Dixie Parsons, Rosemary Daniels and Shelia Stemen all of North Baltimore, OH, 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Richard Dale Mills, sister Betty Carles of North Baltimore, OH, brother Dale Mills of Port St. Lucie, FL and brother Robert Mills of North Baltimore, OH. Services were held Wednesday October 19, 2011 at Mountain View Cemetery, Mesa, AZ.

Benyshek, Douglas Lee

dgardner — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:03:40 +0000

Douglas Lee Benyshek, 81, from Mesa, Arizona was taken by the Lord on October 7, 2011 and is back together again with his beloved wife, Mary (deceased Dec. 20, 2003) in heaven. Doug was a long time member of Hosanna Lutheran Church in Mesa, AZ, where he had served the Lord as a deacon, a trustee, an usher and an all-around handyman from 1992 to 2006 when he suffered a disabling stroke that rendered him paralyzed on the left side. Doug was born and raised in Belleville, Kansas and was the son of Wesley and Mary (Kasha) Benyshek. Doug was a long time employee of Collins Radio in Cedar Rapids, IA, and then for Motorola in Arizona. Doug had a total of 7 children. He had 3 children from a previous marriage with Marcella Vorheis, including Greg Benyshek, of CA, Bruce Benyshek, of MN (deceased Dec. 16, 2005), and Curtis Benyshek of Mesa, AZ. Doug then was joined in marriage Mary (Koehn) Hessenius on June 15, 1973 in Cedar Rapids, IA, she had 3 children from a previous marriage, Phillip Hessenius of Phoenix, AZ, Jeffery Hessenius of Mesa, AZ., Carol (Hessenius )Miller of Amarillo, TX. Doug and Mary’s daughter Sarah Benyshek resides in Missouri. Doug had a total of 6 grandchildren, Tyler, Jackie, Janae, Jordan, Joseph, Nicholas, and Katie. Doug is survived by his sisters Marcella (Cletus) Klein of Oxford, IA and Joann (Jim, deceased) Brown of North English, IA, and a brother Victor of Clarence, IA, along with many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Hosanna Lutheran Church, 9601 E. Brown Rd Mesa Az. Wed. Oct. 12, 2001 at 11:00 am. A visitation will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ on Tues. Oct. 11, 2001 from 6-8 pm (480-832-2850).

Dickson, Joseph Lee

dgardner — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:59:34 +0000

Joseph Lee Dickson, 84, was born Oct 13, 1926 in Layton, Utah and called home on Oct 8, 2011 from Mesa, Arizona. Joe is the son of Rufus and Catherine Lee Dickson of Layton, Utah. Joe served in the Navy in WWII and the Army during the Korean War, graduated from Utah State Ag College in Logan, Utah. Joe is survived by his wife of 60 years, Johnnie, sons David (Kathi) of Gilbert, Kent (Cindy) of Mesa, Robert (Sherry) of Phoenix and daughters Susan Calvaresi (Steve) of Maricopa, Joelyn Frawley (Mike) of Tempe, and Kristal Caldwell (Brian) of El Paso, brother Flint Dickson (Ruth) of Salt Lake City, sister Barbara Jones (Reid) of Salt City, 13 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Joe was a great example of kindness and generosity to all he knew. He had an unwavering testimony of Jesus Christ and enjoyed serving in whatever capacity he called to, we will miss him here but know that we will meet again as an eternal family. Memorial services will be held Thursday October 13 at the LDS Chapel located at 1500 E 6th Ave, Mesa, AZ at 10:00 am, the interment will follow at 12:00 pm at the Mountain View Memorial Gardens, 7900 E Main St, Mesa.

Jacobson, Dennis C.

dgardner — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:58:35 +0000

Dennis C. Jacobson, 74, of Mesa, AZ passed away Sunday October 9, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Jacobson was born in McVille, ND. Survivors include his wife Barbara Jacobson, daughter Denise Milbrandt, sons Perry Jacobson and David Jacobson, sister Doreen Halvorson, brother Gary Jacobson, grandchildren: Jeremey Milbrandt, Jacob Milbrandt, Britney Ronning, Allison Milbrandt, AJ Jacobson and Sarah Jacobson, and great-grandchild Audrey Ronning. Services were held October 11, 2011 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 612 S. Ellsworth Rd., Mesa, AZ. Memorials may be made to Banner Hospice, 7231 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85208.

Patania, Robert Joseph

dgardner — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 23:37:30 +0000

Robert Joseph Patania, 58, of Mesa, AZ passed away on October 5, 2011 at home with his Mother, Sister and Nephew at his bedside. He had a sense of humor and a good loving heart. Will be cremated and remains will return to Alexandria, Virgina his beloved state, to be with the rest of his loving family.

Coury, Olivia Mary

dgardner — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:40:38 +0000

Olivia Mary Coury, 63 of Chandler, AZ passed away Monday October 3, 2011 in Chandler, AZ. Ms. Coury was born in Florence, AZ. She is survived by her daughters Dolores Smith and Janice Phillips, and grandson Justin Kalinowski. She was a loving and caring daughter, mother, and grandmother and will be dearly missed. The visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday October 6, 2011, the funeral service will be Friday October 7, 2011 at 12:00pm and will be officiated by Rev. Dale Fushek; all services at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Johnson, Gail Loree

dgardner — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:39:18 +0000

Gail Loree Johnson, 65 of Mesa, AZ passed away Monday October 3, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Johnson was born in Greely, CO. Survivors include her husband Walter M. Johnson, step-daughters Shannon Larson and Tonya Brady, nephew Harry Elrod, sister Cheryl Elrod, great-nephew Chad Calicoat, great-nieces Jamie Elrod and Ratanya Weil. There will be a visitation Tuesday October 11, 2011 from 6-8:00pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. The funeral service will be Wednesday October 12, 2011 at 10:00am, also at Mountain View.

Reinhart, Shirley

dgardner — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:07:10 +0000

Shirley M. Reinhart, 60, passed away suddenly on September 24, 2011 in Phoenix, AZ. Born in San Diego, CA, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Shirley is survived by her husband of 35 years, Dan; daughter and son-in-law Pam and John Kirkland; sons Randy and Traver; and grandchildren Ashleigh, Tyler, and Katie Kirkland. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 1 at 2pm at Red Mountain Community Church, 6101 E. Virginia St., in Mesa.

Bennett, David

dgardner — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:00:45 +0000

David William Bennett (68) passed away on September 25, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr Bennett, an Engineer, was born in Waverly, Iowa. He is survived by his wife Vicki, step brother James Fitzjarrell, half brother Dennis Fitzjarrell. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 6:00 pm Thursday, September 29th at SVE Mesa Verde Complex Oakwood Room 2615 S. Farnsworth Dr. Mesa, AZ 85209. Memorials to Hospice of the Valley 1510 E. Flower St. Pheonix, AZ 85014.

Miller, Vivian Arlene

dgardner — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:58:12 +0000

Vivian Arlene Miller was born in Sharon, PA on September 10, 1929 to William C. Miller and Nellie Hawley Miller Rodgers. She departed this life on September 24, 2011 at Hospice of the Valley in Mesa, AZ. She graduated from Elwood City, PA High School and worked for many years in the insurance industry in Sharon, PA and Mesa, AZ. She moved to Mesa, in 1977, where she made her home for the last 34 years. She was a member of the East University Church of God in Mesa, AZ. She held many offices over the years to name a few: church secretary, President of the WCG (Women of the Church of God), pulpit committee, etc. Her favorite service was singing in the choir, praise team and solos. She loved her Lord and her church. She served on the state level of the WCG. She was a teacher’s assistant at Kerr Elementary School for the second grade in Mesa, AZ. She also worked for the United Blood Services of AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandmother, Mollie Hassel and two brothers: William L. Miller of Kalamazoo, MI and Donald J. Miller of Lake Placid, FL and her dear friend Marie Sutley. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Doris Miller of Lake Placid, FL, 2 nieces, Cynthia Miller O’Brien of Lake Placid, FL and Jennifer Miller Morgenstern of Roseville, CA; 1 nephew, Bryan James Miller of Transfer, PA, and several great nieces and nephews. Also she shared a home with Caroline and Catherine Rexford. The visitation will be at 9:00 am Thursday September 29, 2011, followed by the funeral service, officiated by Rev. Virgil Brainard, at 10:00 am both services are at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Briggs, Amanda

dgardner — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:56:02 +0000

Amanda Rochelle Briggs, 30 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on September 14, 2011. The Memorial Service for Amanda will be at 1:00 pm Saturday September 17, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Brandvold, Arthur L.

dgardner — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:48:35 +0000

Arthur L. Brandvold passed away to be with the Lord on September 18, 2011. Born in Souris, ND, November 26, 1923 to Peter and Astrid Brandvold, he was the youngest of ten children. After graduating from Souris High School, he attended Concordia College, Moorhead, MN, graduating with a major in music. He received his master’s degree from University of Southern California. He taught band and chorus in Scobey, MT. He moved to Billings, MT, in 1959, taught Choral music, and became director of music education. He retired in 1979. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No.49, Scottish Rite, Al Bedoo Shrine, and Kiwanis in Billings, MT. He will be missed by his wife Signe, nine stepchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held November 15, 2011 at 11:00 am at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Mesa, AZ. Interment at Mountain View Cemetery. Family requests memorials to Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix, AZ or Concordia College, Moorhead, MN.

Wagner, George Aaron Jr.

dgardner — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:47:33 +0000

On September 13, 2011 George A. Wagner, 90 of Mesa, AZ went home to be with the Lord. George served his country during WWII in the United States Marine Corps with courage and valor at Iwo Jima, Guadalcanal and other battles during his two tours of duty in the South Pacific. He was a loyal employee of General Motors Corporation for 32 years. He was preceded in death by his adored wife Emma Jane. He is survived by his sister, Betty Lou (Jacob) of Youngstown, OH and his beloved children Thomas Dean (Jean Marie), Patricia Ann, Beverly Jane, Pamela Jean (James), Betty Lou and Tammy Jean (James). His grandchildren: Robert, Jennifer, Thomas II, Christopher, Jeffrey, Amanda and Timothy. Great-grandchildren: Emily, Carter, Alec, Emily, Jenna, Thomas, Tessa, Ella, Gavin and Ava Jane. George was a much loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His loss will be felt by his grieving family until we meet again in Heaven. In lieu of flowers please send contributions to: ACT Today for Military Families Autism Care and Treatment. Graveside service for Mr. Wagner will be at 11:00 am Saturday September 17, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ.

Zuder, Warren S. Sr.

dgardner — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:57:40 +0000

Warren S. Zuder Sr., 86, loving husband of 47 years to Yvonne Zuder of Mesa, passed away August 29, 2011. He was born in Linn, MA to the late William and Golda Zuder. Warren served in the Navy during WWII as a boilermaker and continued as a boilermaker off and on until he retired in 1992. He is survived by his wife Yvonne Zuder of Mesa; daughters, Janine Ballard of Phoenix, Michele Delph of Cherry Valley, CA, son Warren Zuder Jr. of Mesa, 8 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Warren will be in the hearts of his family and friends. Visitation is at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ on September 6, 2011 from 12:00-5:00pm.

Abbey, Adelaide Addie

dgardner — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:54:20 +0000

Adelaide Addie Abbey, 89 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on Thursday September 1, 2011. Mrs. Abbey was born in Newell, South Dakota. She is survived by her husband George Abbey. Private services to be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Comprehensive Hospice, 16515 S. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ 85048.

Bojczenko, Edith

dgardner — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:50:39 +0000

Edith Bojczenko, 86 of Apache Junction, AZ passed away Sunday September 11, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Bojczenko was born in Talin, Estonia. Survivors include her daughters Tammy Bryan, Ina (Richard) Pusch and Rena (Kermit Payne) Dagen, grandchildren: Steve (Erica) Bryan, Kristy (Jeff) Blankenship, Amy Shipp, and David (Michele) Pusch; great-grandchildren: Justin, Lindsey, Chelsey, Shauncey, Chelsie, Rylee, Jacoby; and great-great grandchildren Kaden and Evelynn. There will be a funeral service Thursday September 15, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Hildebrandt, Robert Allen

dgardner — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:39:36 +0000

Robert Allen Hildebrandt (77) passed away September 11, 2011 in Queen Creek, AZ. Born in Fresno, CA to parents Leopold and Alice Hildebrandt, he moved to Queen Creek, AZ in 1947. He worked for Magma Engineering as a machinist. He later opened his own Machine/Auto repair shop. Bob loved to serve his community and actively participated in town activities, including selling Real Estate in the town he loved. Bob also served as first Queen Creek Fire Chief, and proudly served his country during the Korean War. Bob was a convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He had so many friends who he loved and appreciated in his lifetime. His last wish was for all to remember him fondly and to smile when you think about him. Preceded in death by his parents Leopold Hildebrandt and Alice Lee, sister Bernice Webb, he is survived by his wife Joyce Dickerson Hildebrandt, daughter Vickie Stithem (Jeff), step-daughters Lorna Nevitt (Jono), Shelly Crewse (Patrick), sons Robert Jr. (Joanne), Lynn Eric (Suzy), step-sons Gerald Walker (Cheri), Fred Walker (Tina), and sisters Alice Lee, Carolyn Moore, Joann Adams, Shirley Michaels, Marilyn McCormick, brothers Lee Hildebrandt (Betty), Eugene Lee (Grace), 34 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. Services will be held 10:00 am Thursday, September 15th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 19730 E. Ocotillo Rd. (Hawes Rd. and Ocotillo Rd.) Queen Creek, AZ 85142.

Klemp, Robert Lyle

dgardner — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:18:22 +0000

Robert Lyle Klemp 54 of Mesa, AZ passed away on September 3, 2011 after a long illness. Robert graduated from Fox Valley Technical College with a degree in Food and Restaurant Management. He was a former manager for the Quilted Bear Restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ and ‘The Other Place’ in Mesa, AZ. Robert enjoyed the many years he worked for Dale Anderson and spoke often of the many friends, and the people he had met at ‘The Bear.’ The past few years Robert was employed at Walmart in Mesa, AZ. Robert was born in Waukesha, WI and moved to Arizona in 1980. He is preceded in death by his father, Lyle, and his maternal and paternal grandparents. Robert is survived by his mother Estelle Klemp, Mesa, AZ; sisters, Mary (Rick) King, Glendale, AZ, and Zona (Joel) Lemanski, Marathon, WI, and nieces and nephews, Tracy King, Fort Lauderdale, FL, and Jonathan, Michael, and Sarah Lemanski, Marathon, WI. Robert loved classical music, singing and the simple pleasures of family and friends. He was our ‘go-to’ guy for all questions about food, cooking, and restaurants. A great time for Robert was a good meal and the company of his family or friends. The family would like to extend our deepest appreciation for everyone who cared for Robert: Dr. Bliss, Drs. Moran, Atella, Qureshi, Dr. Walker, Kami Carlson, NP and all of the nurses at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center/Barrow Neurological Institute, Neuro ICU (4B/C), 5BNI and 6BNI. Also, to Dr. Sapp, and the nurses and aides at Hospice of the Valley-Arbor House who supported all of us at the end of Robert’s journey. A special thanks to Pastor Myron Nysether and Robert’s best friends, Doug and Brian whose help and support has been invaluable. A memorial service will be held on September 7, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Mountain View Mortuary, 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ (480) 832-2850

Cox, Donald S

dgardner — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:23:46 +0000

Donald Shelleday Cox, 92 passed away September 2, 201 in Mesa, AZ. Born in Vallejo, CA. Mr. Cox served as a Christian Minister in WA, OR, IN and AZ. He is survived by his wife Arlene (Coffland) Cox, 5 children Brenda, Alan (Linda), Nancy (Frank), Anita (Bill), David (Laura), 3 step-children Calvin (Allora), Monte, Debbie (Bill), 13 grandchildren, and 7 great children. He is preceded in death by his previous wife Norma in 2001. Services will be held at 3 pm Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at Central Christian Church 933 N. Lindsay Rd. Mesa. officiated by E. Leroy Lawson. Donations can be made to Norma P. Cox Endowment Fund, Harvest Heralds, Inc. P.O. Box 1147 Beaverton, OR 97075-1147. Thank you to Grace Hospice for their compassionate care.

COOK , CAROL LYNN

dgardner — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:26:43 +0000

Carol Lynn Cook, 64 passed away on August 21, 2011, San Tan Valley, AZ. Mrs. Cook, an RN was born in Pomona, CA. She is survived by her huband Frank Cook, daughter Crystal Dawn (Scott) Pickering, son Dale Cook, sister Darla Koranda, brothers Howard Springer, Jerry Springer and Robert Springer, and a grandson Justin Pickering. A memorial service will be held 3:00 pm Monday, Ayugust 29th, Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main Street Mesa, AZ 480- 832-2850

Bessette, Lois Joan McIntyre

dgardner — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 22:15:09 +0000

Lois Joan McIntyre Bessette, 84, passed away August 18, 2011 in Chandler, AZ, free at last of the pain and confinements of her recent years. She was preceded in death by her mother Helen Hagy, first husband and father of her children Robert McIntyre, and just 2 weeks previous, eldest daughter Nancy Ann. Lois was born February 13, 1927 in Wilkes Barre, PA. An only child, she desired a large family and started young, marrying right out of high school and eventually having 9 children! She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and the emotional center of the family until the end. She had a sparkling personality that drew all towards her. A working mom, an exceptional seamstress, a fantastic letter writer, a lover of Oprah, a loving, caring woman of much laughter—this is how she will be remembered. Lois is survived by her beloved husband of 33 years, Michael D. Bessette of Chandler, AZ; daughters Susan and MaryAnne, son Kent of New London, CT; daughter Peg McKleroy and husband Chris of Los Altos, CA; daughter Christine Kerr and husband John of Oakland, CA; daughter Phyllis Graham and husband Chester of Fairview, TX; son Mark of Cooperstown, NY; son Andrew and wife Stacy of Tuscon, AZ; grandchildren Elizabeth, Christopher, David, Chris Jr. and Kevin; numerous treasured in-laws and nephews, nieces. Lois and Mike’s extended family and friends in AZ are invited to call on Monday, August 22 at 5:30 – 7:00PM for visitation followed by a service at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85207 (telephone 480 832 2850). Visit www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com for directions, to sign the family’s online register, or to send a condolence. Additionally, funeral services will be held at Thomas L. Neilan & Sons, 12 Ocean Ave. in New London, CT on Monday, August 29 at 11:00 AM. A private burial will take place at the Gurley Cemetery in Storrs, CT. Calling hours will be held in CT on Sunday, August 28 from 5:30 – 7:30PM at the funeral home. Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com for directions, to sign the family’s online register or to send a condolence.

Kirkendall, Harold Wayne

dgardner — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:37:20 +0000

Harold Wayne Kirkendall 94 passed away on August 16, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11:00 am Saturday, September 10th at Brown Road Baptist Church 6502 E. Brown Rd. Mesa, AZ 85205. Mountain View Funeral Home handled the arrangments (480) 832-2850

Jansen, Jean E.

dgardner — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:13:09 +0000

Jean E. Jansen, 82, of Mesa, AZ passed away Friday August 5, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Jansen, a homemaker, was born in Pittsburg, PA. She is survived by her husband Louis Arthur Jansen, daughters Jean Ann Wallace and Laura Jean Irwin, sons Roy Louis Jansen and Kurt Louis Jansen, and sister Wilma Koenig. She was preceded in death by her son Karl Louis Jansen. Services will be at 2:00 pm Saturday August 13, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the AZ Humane Society, 9226 N 13^th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021 or the charity of your choice.

Thompson, Jamie Darinne

dgardner — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:16:23 +0000

Jamie Darinne Thompson 44, of Florence, AZ passed away July 31, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. She was born in Missoula, MT. Jamie was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by husband Alfred Jr., son Alfred III, and daughter Rochelle. She is also survived by father William Riggs, step-mother Marilyn and step-brother Kyle.

A memorial will be held for Jamie at 1^st United Methodist Church, 331 S. Cooper Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85233 on Saturday August 6, 2011 @ 4pm.

In lieu of flowers any donations may be sent to Alfred Thompson at 6653 E. Haven Ave, Florence, AZ 85132 to help offset medical expenses.

Powers, Ina Mae

dgardner — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:13:38 +0000

Ina Mae Powers went to be with her Lord Monday, August 1, 2011 in Granbury, TX, She was 88. Ina was born on January 20, 1923 to Helen Henson Logan and William Jack Logan in Laurel, MS. Her husband, Ross C. Powers preceded her in death in 2005. She is survived by two children, Robert L. Powers and wife Nita of Weatherford, TX, Phyllis A. Snowden and husband Robert of Mesa, AZ. Three grand children, Richard Bartsch, Lance Powers and Shelley Vandemark, four great grand children, Kiersty Bartsch, Bryn and Kaleb Vandemark and Ross Powers and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Sunday August 7, 2011 from 5-7 PM at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207. Funeral services will be Monday August 8, 2011 at 12:00 PM at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel,

Kowalski, Jean

dgardner — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:10:34 +0000

A women that lived by the verse: “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me”, Philippians 4:13. She passed away peaceful on July 30th. Her life did not start as peaceful as she passed: born on January 1, 1935, 2 months premature without certain muscles finished forming in her legs and other parts of her body. She and through the power of her family and God fought against her handicaps, including having Polio at an early age. The Doctors said she would never walk. Not only did she learn to walk (which the Mayo clinic still doesn’t understand how) She got her music degree, sang as a soloist in Chicago and taught music. She met the love of her life at Sioux Falls College who died 7 years ago: Leonard V. Kowalski. So at this moment of sorrow we also rejoice as she has joined him in heaven, where she is now happy. She was an extraordinary woman with kindness and grace. She overcame, breast cancer, broken bones, CHF, diabetes and so many other things and was unable to walk for over the last 15 years confined to an electric wheelchair, but still lived alone after the death of her dear Leonard and always believed the she could do all things possible through Christ. She will be sorely missed by her only daughter: Jane Kowalski. Jean was a fantastic educator, working in and teaching music and later 1st Grade in the Tempe School District. She was a woman with courage, determination, hope and love. I hope we can pass on some of her courage to others as she remains in our hearts forever. Visitation: Friday, August 5th from 6 to 8pm at: Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 East Main St. Mesa, Arizona 85207 (Tel) 480-832-2850. Funeral Service at 11am at First Presbyterian Church, 161 N. Mesa Dr. Mesa, Arizona. Visitation at the church is from 10 to 11 am. Interment following the service at Mountain View Cemetery “Face your deficiencies and acknowledge them; but do not let them master you. Let them teach you patience, sweetness, insight? When we do the best we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life, or in the life of another. (Helen Keller)

Andrews, Dorothy Marie

dgardner — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:55:16 +0000

Dorothy Marie (Folsom) Andrews, 89 passed away peacefully on July 23, 2011 of natural causes. She was born to William Stewart Folsom and Hallie Ruth (Moore) Folsom, December 27, 1921 in Massena, Cass County, Iowa. She attended rural schools through 8^th grade and graduated from high school in Massena, Iowa where she met and married Howard Wayne Andrews on May 12, 1940. In 1943 H. Wayne Andrews enlisted in the Army Infantry and served until 1945 in Europe. While her husband was at war, Dorothy and her infant son Richard lived with her parents and her brother Oakie Folsom, whose wife passed away suddenly and left him with a 3-year old son. When Oakie decided to move to Norfolk, Virginia Dorothy went with him to help out with his small child William Folsom, until Wayne returned from the Army. After her husband returned they settled in Atlantic, Iowa where another son, Jeffrey Lynn and a daughter, Nancy Marie were born. Dorothy was a homemaker and active in the P.T.A., Red Cross Blood Mobile Chairperson for 3 years, Chairperson of the 5-County area Crippled Clinic of Iowa University for 4 years and assisted as a volunteer at the Atlantic Hospital. She was Secretary/Treasurer of Andrews Roofing and Sheet Metal Company. She is a member of the Order of Eastern Star and a past Worthy Matron as well as Assistant Mother Advisor of Rainbow Girls. She enjoyed golfing, bowling and fishing. Wayne and Dorothy wintered in Arizona for many years and eventually relocated to Arizona full time living in Fountain of the Sun (FOS) since 1984 and until 2007 when she moved to the nearby Fellowship Square Retirement Community living independently until her passing. Dorothy Andrews is survived by her Sons: Richard Wayne Andrews, Exira, IA; Jeffrey Lynn Andrews and his wife Blanca Margarita Moraga de Madrid, Peoria, AZ and Daughter: Nancy Marie Alfrey and her husband Tom Alfrey, Aurora, CO; Grandchildren: Tami Marie Andrews, Phoenix, AZ and Gina Lee Andrews, Commerce, GA, Valeria Rose Andrews, Kacie Lizette Andrews, Kaylee Lynette Andrews, Peoria, AZ; Great Grandchildren: Brittany Andrews of Commerce, GA; Kyle Boyer, Jocelyn Boyer and Audrey Boyer of Commerce, GA; Courtney Andrews of Phoenix, AZ; Dorothy is preceded in death by her devoted husband Howard Wayne Andrews, her wonderful parents William “Bill” and Hallie Folsom, her 3 sisters Kitty Buboltz of Omaha, NE; Ada Kelley of Harlan, IA; Ruth Peden of Minneapolis, MN and her brother Oakie J. Folsom of Norfolk, VA; Daughter-in-law Mary Lee Jacobson Andrews and Grand Son Michael Todd Andrews. A memorial service to honor and celebrate her life will be held Friday August 05, 2011, 10 AM at Fellowship Square Community; 6945 E. Main, Mesa, Arizona 85207. The family is planning interment for both Dorothy and Wayne in the Atlantic Iowa Cemetery at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Church of the Master; 6659 East University Drive; Mesa, Arizona 85205.

Vollmar, Nancy Boneda

dgardner — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:50:08 +0000

Nancy Boneda Vollmar passed away in Gilbert, AZ on July 26, 2011. Boneda was born December 3, 1916 to William and Mary (Miller) Rinehart. She married Ralph William Vollmar in 1938. They moved to Arizona in 1951. They had four children, Mark Vollmar, Jill (Vollmar) Wingfield, Lynn (Vollmar) Smith, and Da-Lee (Vollmar) Valenzuela. Boneda was predeceased by her husband Ralph and a grandson Bryan Wayne Mabee, Lynn’s son, a sister Beatrice Adams, and brothers Wendall Rinehart and Charles Pollock. Boneda had six grandchildren: Kevi Beasley, Darin Wingfield, Eric Vollmar, Melissa Valenzuela, Bryan Mabee and Lisa Jill Morris. She had 10 great-grandchildren: Taylor Rhoads-Morris, Cory Beasley, Travis Mabee, Garrett Settle, Hailey Settle, Kylie Wingfield, Chandler Wingfield, Serahrah, Sabryna, and Samantha Vollmar and two great-great-grandchildren Lucia and Emma Beasley. Our mother and grandmother will be unbelievably missed, but will live forever in our hearts.

Browning, Mary Jane

dgardner — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:25:23 +0000

Mary Jane Browning passed away on July 25, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 pm Thursday, July 27th with Rosary Service at 6:00 pm Mountain View Funeral Chapel 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa (480) 832-2850 A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am Friday, July 28th All Saints Catholic Church 1534 N. Recker Road, Mesa 85205

Higgins, Rex Carr

dgardner — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:24:19 +0000

Rex Carr Higgins 71 passed away on July 21, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr. Higgins, a Major in the United States Air Force, retired in February 1981 after 21 years of service as a Navigator, Weapons Controller, Air Operations Officer with numerous awards and medals. He is survived by his loving wife Ellie of 31 years, sister in law Linda (James) Vinson and brother in law Ralph (Ouida) Whitehead.

Evans, Dorothy W.

dgardner — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:32:42 +0000

Dorothy W. Evans, 97 of Chandler, AZ, passed away on June 25, 2011. The Memorial Service will be at 2:30 pm Wed. June 29, 2011 at Park Regency Building No. 4, 2555 N. Price Rd., Chandler, AZ 85224. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Illies, Stephen John Jr.

dgardner — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:31:14 +0000

Stephen John Illies, Jr., 24 of Apache Junction, AZ, passed away on July 10, 2011. There will be a visitation between 5:00-8:00 pm Monday July 18, 2011; the funeral sevice will follow at 3:00 pm Tuesday July 19, both services will be at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Long, Erma Larue

dgardner — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:29:47 +0000

Erma Larue Long, 81 of Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away on July 4, 2011. Our angel that we loved is survived by her daughter Nancy Carr, sons Rodney and Richard Fletcher, granddaughters Katie Carr, Allison Fletcher and Marie Louise Fletcher, and grandson Alex Fletcher. She was retired from Motorola after 24 years of service. Services to be held at a later date.

Guerra, Guillermo Edward Jr.

dgardner — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:28:20 +0000

Guillermo Edward Guerra Jr., 56, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Monday June 27, 2011 in Tempe, Arizona. Mr. Guerra, an agent for the Department of Homeland Security, ICE, was born in Ray, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Lucinda Guerra, sons Guillermo III, Ricardo and Alberto, sisters Emily Guerra and Grace Quintero and grandchildren Aiden and Kadence. A visitation and rosary will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ July 4th from 5-8:00 pm with rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral mass will be held at All Saints Catholic Church, 1534 N Recker Rd. Mesa, Arizona 85205 on Tuesday July 5th at 10:30 am.

Berger, Ressa K.

dgardner — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:29:09 +0000

Ressa K. Berger, 67 of Mesa, AZ passed away Saturday July 9, 2011 in Scottsdale, AZ. Mrs. Berger, a housewife was born in Durango, CO. She had been a resident of Blythe, CA for about twenty years. Ressa is survived by her mother Stella Sawyer, daughter Cynthia Jenkins, and grandchildren Trevor Jenkins, Dylan Jenkins and Riley Cook. She was preceded in death by her father Stanley Sawyer. The visitation will be 1:00 – 2:00 pm Wednesday July 13, 2011 followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm, both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207 (480-832-2850).

Compton, Thelma Marie Shellenberger

dgardner — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:17:14 +0000

Thelma M. Shellenberger Compton, born May 19, 1927, peacefully transcended from this life on July 6, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. She is survived by three of her six children, Mark A. Shellenberger of Globe, Stanley A. Shellenberger of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Karen Holley of Mesa, 14 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her children Bill, David and Dennis Shellenberger. She had two great husbands, William F. Shellenberger and Gilbert O. Compton, both deceased. She knew we have a divine nature and destiny. She followed God’s Plan of Salvation. She knew it is the surest way to find happiness and endure life’s challenges. She knew her life would not end when she passed, she knew her future life was determined by the way she lived her life here on Earth and that she would live again with God. She loved her family and her friends and was always there to lend a hand and give her love to all. She will be surely missed by all who knew her. There will be a graveside service for Thelma at 9:30 am Monday July 11, 2011 at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207 (480-832-2850).

Shuler, Oscar L. “Bud”

dgardner — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:49:14 +0000

Oscar L. ‘Bud’ Shuler, age 78, of Queen Creek passed away on July 1, 2011. He was born in Grady County, OK on August 6, 1932. An outstanding athlete, Bud was inducted into the Capitol Hill High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame in 2008 for records set in the 1950’s in football, basketball and track. A life-long student, he received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Omaha in 1965 and Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Arizona in 1971. Before being drafted into the US Army he served on the Oklahoma City Police Force. Bud’s military career spanned 24 years. He graduated from Infantry Officer Candidate School and completed the Airborne and Ranger courses. His pilot training was completed at the US Army Aviation School. In 1968 he graduated from the US Army Command and General Staff College. As an Army Aviator, he was certified in fixed wing and helicopters and flew hundreds of combat missions. He served in Korea, Germany and two tours in Vietnam and received the Distinguished Flying Cross, four Bronze Stars and twenty Air Medals. He was most grateful that, by the grace of God, he never lost a serviceman under his command. Lieutenant Colonel Shuler retired from the US Army in 1977. From 1980-90 he worked with ARAMCO’s Loss Prevention Department in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The family has resided in Queen Creek the past 21 years. A convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as a Bishop’s Counselor, Gospel Doctrine teacher, Counselor in the Elder’s Quorum and Ward Executive Secretary. Colonel Shuler is survived by his wife of 40 years, Lucy (Fuller) Shuler; his son Daniel Lee of Mesa; daughters Deborah (Stephen) Blair and Paula Bergstrand, both of Edmond, OK. His beloved grandchildren Nicole, Kimberly and Kyle Blair, Joanna Dunn-Killebrew, Sierra Dunn and Alisa Johnson will miss their “Papa Shuler.” He is also survived by a sister, Clentis Eliff of Walters, OK. He is loved by his three foster sons, Aaron Collins, Anthony Gates and Jeffery Noland, all 1996 QCHS graduates. Funeral Services will be held Saturday July 9, 2011 at 10:30 am with Visitation beginning at 9:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207. Burial with Military Honors will immediately follow at the Mesa City Cemetery.

Alofs, Roy

dgardner — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 21:26:01 +0000

Roy Alofs, 90, of Mesa, Az. Passed away June 23, 2011 in Mesa, Az. Mr. Alofs a truck line foreman was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Survivors include sons Roger (Diane), Ronald (Sandy), Randy (Cheryl), 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A visitation will be held Monday June 27 from 11am-12 pm at East Valley Free Will Baptist Church 2160 N. Power Rd. in Mesa. Services will follow at noon. Donation may be made to Hospice of the Valley 2110 N Flowers St. Phoenix, Az. 85014. Services handled by Mountain View Funeral Home.

Kudrikoff, Cathryn M.

dgardner — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:29:28 +0000

Cathryn M. Kudrikoff, 92 of Mesa, AZ, passed away on June 21, 2011. There will be a visitation at 9:00 am followed by the funeral service at 10:00 am, both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207 (480-832-2850). Contributions may be made to Biblical Ministries Inc., C/C Dr. Richard Grubbs, PO Box 64582, Lubbock, TX 79464 (806-368-0293).

Contreras, Carmen

dgardner — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:23:56 +0000

Carmen Corral Contreras, age 101, died surrounded by her family Monday, June 6, 2011, in Mesa, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her husband Salvador, their son Salvadorcito, and their daughter Eva Rivera. Carmen is survived by 8 children Isabel Roman (Gilbert), (Pete Rivera), Lupe Lira (John), Bertha Candelaria (Tom), George (Margie), Ronnie (Mabel), Art (Gloria), Rey (Susan), and Eddie (Helen) Contreras. Carmen had 24 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 17 great great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Carmen was born on April 21, 1910, in Querobabi, Mexico. She immigrated to the U.S. in 1915 during the Mexican Revolution. Carmen became a naturalized citizen in 1965. Carmen was a woman of tremendous character, spiritual strength, and strong family values. Her wisdom was uttered in both English and beautiful Spanish, her storytelling ability, dichos, proverbs, and prayers will be remembered. All services will be held Monday, June 13, 2011, beginning at 9:30 A.M. at Queen Of Peace Catholic Church at 141 N. MacDonald, Mesa, AZ 85201. Viewing will be held from 9:30 – 11:00, rosary from 11:00 -11:30 followed by a funeral mass. Interment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery at 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85207. Donations may be made to Hospice Inspiris, 2025 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 in her name.

Dahlke, Bruce Anthony

dgardner — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:16:25 +0000

Bruce Anthony Dahlke, 61 of Mesa, Arizona passed away Tuesday June 7, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr. Dahlke was born in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1950. No services were held.

Clouse, Grady Eugene

dgardner — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 15:09:16 +0000

Grady Eugene Clouse 75 passed away June 12, 2011 in Apache Junction. A retired Goodyear Machinist (Akron,OH), he was born in Nashville, TN. Survivors include his wife Janice, sister Peggy Rich-Pitcock, daughters Marilyn (Jeff) Kitch and Anita (Al) Epling, sons Dennis (Jean) Clouse and Ed (LaVonne) Clouse, 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 9 am followed by 10 am Funeral Service on Saturday, June 18th at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa (480) 832-2850. Memorials can be sent to Valley Baptist Church 555 South Mountain Rd. Mesa, AZ 85208.

Jones, Jean M.

dgardner — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 19:26:38 +0000

Jean M. Jones 81 passed away on June 9, 2011 in Gilbert, Arizona. Preceded in death by by her husband Leo V. Jones Jr., daughter Kathleen (Tom) Lee, and son Patrick (Peggie) Jones. She is survived by her children Robert (Karen) Jones, Michael (Donna) Jones, Julie (Matt) Landspurg, Jeanine (Sal) Lucchese and 15 grandchildren. Visitation will be held 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Tuesday, June 14th at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa AZ 85207. Funeral Mass at 10:00 am Wednesday, June 15th at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church 2654 E. Williamsfield Rd. Gilbert 85295. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix AZ 85014.

Bahr, Paul Edward

dgardner — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:59:18 +0000

Paul Edward Bahr of Mesa, AZ passed away June 7, 2011. He was born Sept. 5, 1914 to William Bahr and Anna Wirtz Bahr at their farm home near Miller, SD. He was fourth in a family of five brothers (Ralph, Melvin, Glen, Wayne). He married Lillian Klink on Dec. 26, 1935. They farmed in the Orient and Rickham, SD areas until they moved to AZ in 1962 where he worked in maintenance at Arizona State University until retiring in 1979. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, woodworking, gardening, traveling and card games. He and his wife of 57 years had 3 daughters, Pauline (Ralph) Backer, Arline (John) Byers, Janice (Vic) Bunning, along with 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 4 great great granddaughters. He is also survived by one brother, Wayne (Evelyn) Bahr, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his wife Lillian in 1992, three brothers, a son-in-law (Ralph), and two grandchildren. Paul was a member of First United Methodist Church in Mesa. Visitation will be held at 12:00 on Sunday June 12, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa with services following at 1:00 with Pastor Nate Snider officiating.

Graff, Thomas Jr. “Buddy”

dgardner — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:57:04 +0000

Thomas Graff Jr. (Buddy) 74 Born April 7,1937. Died June 6, 2011. Beloved son of Thomas & Clara, beloved brother to Jack, Vincent, Carolyn & Deborah. Buddy was a native New Yorker who moved to Arizona 3 years ago. He loved his life in Arizona. One of his final wishes was to have his remains left in AZ. Buddy had a quick wit and a great smile. He will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at Immaculate Conception Church on 14th Street and 1st Ave, New York City on June 25, 2011 at 1PM.

Pointer, Glenn

dgardner — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:55:53 +0000

Glenn was born on February 5^th, 1924 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from East High School and served in the United States Navy from 1941 through 1947, and was a proud member of the VFW 9662. He worked as a pressman for Meredith Publishing for 40 years, and was a member of the Graphics Communications International Union. Glenn was a faithful member of Grant Park Christian Church in Des Moines for 50 years and Apache Wells Community Church in Mesa, Arizona. Glenn was preceded in death by his father – Orin, mother – Mildred, and sister – Hazel. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy (Dickey) to whom he has been married since 1948. Dorothy and Glenn were blessed with two wonderful daughters, Terry and Glenda. Terry, married to Jim Reed, lives in Mesa, AZ. They have two children: Greg (Kelly) and Jennifer. Glenda, married to Ray Sheaffer, lives in Apache Junction, AZ. They have five children: Trevor (Tabitha), Kriston (Rich), Katie (Bill), Robin (Adam) and Raymond Jr. Glenn is also survived by eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Glenn and Dorothy lived at the Wells for 20 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, gardening and riding his bicycle. Glenn was a wonderful and loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and friend. Along with his quick wit, he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Glenn, and the wonderful memories of his life, will never be forgotten. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to: Alzheimer’s Association, 1028 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006. A Memorial Service will be held on June 11, 2011 at 11:00 AM, Apache Wells Community Church, Mesa AZ.

Carlson, Robert W. “Bob”

dgardner — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:53:29 +0000

Robert “Bob” W. Carlson, 76, of Mesa, AZ passed away Saturday May 28, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Carlson, who retired after 35 years with the Burlington Northern Railroad, was born in Mineral, IL. Survivors include his wife of 54 years Barbara, daughters Kay Biggs, Karen (John) Knopp, Kristin (Michael) Lawson, sister-in-law Marci Carlson, brothers Glenn (Beverly) and Buddy, and grandchildren: Zachary and Madelyne Biggs, J.R. and Jessica Knopp, and Nathan and Darrick Lawson. He was preceded in death by his parents Eric and Edith Carlson, his brother Arnold and grandson Noah Lawson. Services will be at 11:00 am Saturday June 18, 2011 at Love of Christ Lutheran Church, 1525 N. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

LeBlanc, Ernest Henry

dgardner — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:09:01 +0000

Sgt. Ernest Henry LeBlanc of Mesa, Arizona and Kentville, Nova Scotia, a tenth generation Acadian passed away June 2, 2011 in his home in Mesa with his beloved wife Jean at his side. Born in Kentville, Nova Scotia, November 28, 1940, to the late Edward Ernest LeBlanc and Bernadette (Venoit) Tessie, he was the step- grandson of Wyman and Dr. Gladys M. Porter, MLA M.B.E. D.C.L. of Kentville. He was predeceased by a sister, Joan Brunet of Cornwall Ontario. Educated in Kentville schools, Ernest was a corporal in the 507^th Air Cadet Squadron, a member of the Kentville volunteer fire department, and Branch 6 Royal Canadian Legion with his father. He was a member of St. Joseph RC Church. His identical twin brother Edward has fond memories of time spent with him at his Aunt Lois Porter’s cottage in Halls Harbour. While still a teen, Ernest joined the Second Battalion of the Black Watch in 1957 and served until 1961, training in Sussex, New Brunswick and then in Gagetown. He subsequently joined the United States Marine Corps at the encouragement of a friend, who was later killed in action. Ernest rose to the rank of sergeant while completing three tours of duty in Vietnam as a combat photographer. He was awarded the Good Conduct medal, National Defense medal, Combat medal, Presidential Unit citation, and the Naval Unit commendation. After leaving the Marine Corps, Ernest began his career in Los Angeles as a banker and Small Business Administration loan specialist. He subsequently moved to northern California, serving as the vice president of a number of banks, where he created strong SBA departments that continue to thrive for several northern California institutions. He went on to establish a successful SBA consulting business. He is survived by his first wife Minerva Fournier Chronoviat of Colton, California, his second wife Constance Ericson of Oakland, California, his third wife Jean Maynard of Mesa, Arizona, step mother Phyllis (Porter) McKay Windsor of Kentville, sister Jeanette Chenier of Cornwall Ontario, sister Lynn McCulley Ardorise and her husband Paul of Nova Scotia, sister Gillian Campbell Tease and her husband Bruce of Heaven, England, sister Linda Segeguin of Windsor, Ontario, twin brother Edward and his wife Jennifer of Stellarton, Nova Scotia, brother Douglas (Paddy) Alsford of Nova Scotia, and Gerald of Toronto. Services for Mr. LeBlanc will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday June 15, 2011 at the National Memorial Cemetery of AZ, 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ.

Cline, James Larry

dgardner — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 19:00:15 +0000

James “Larry” Cline, 64, of Mesa, AZ went home to the Lord on Monday May 30, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. Larry was born on May 2, 1947 in Inez, KY. He grew up in West Jefferson, OH. He moved his family to Mesa, AZ in 1980. He retired from Qwest in 2000, after 31 years with the phone company. His life centered around his family, friends and his love of cars. He was a devoted husband, father and Papa, and will be deeply missed by all. Larry was a Vietnam veteran, where he served from 1967 to 1969 as a military policeman. He is preceded in death by his father, Jake Cline, father-in-law Matthew Holland, mother-in-law Martha Holland and his brother Myron Cline. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Rosemary (Holland) Cline, children Christina and Scott Morrison and David and Lisa Cline; grandchildren: Cody and Shiane Morrison, and Preston and Cooper Cline, his mother Lystra Cline, sister Linda (Daniel) Wood, brothers Eric (Carol) Cline and Ronald (Karen) Cline; brothers and sisters-in-law: Richard (Kathy) Holland, Nancy Merritt, and Kathy (Darwin) Dabe, and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Friday June 3, 2011 from 6-8:00 pm, with the funeral service on Saturday June 4 at 9:30 am, both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850). Contributions may be made to the BMT Fund (602-747-4483) in honor of James Larry Cline.

Sevigny, Lois H.

dgardner — Fri, 27 May 2011 23:26:15 +0000

Lois Helga-Mae Sevigny left this world in the hands of Angels on May 26 2011 at the Copper Cottage Hospice Care Center in Mesa, Arizona after a courageous battle with cancer. Lois was born in Svold, North Dakota on a beautiful spring day in May of 1931 to Kristjan and Gudrun (Johnson) Bjornson and grew up in both the Cavalier and Mountain Communities. She met and married Gerald Sevigny in September of 1952 and followed him from military base to military base across the world until he retired from the military in 1973. After retirement from the military they made their home briefly in the Grafton area until they moved to Olympia, Washington in 1978 where she managed the Jack-Pot Service Station and the West Olympia Seven Eleven. In 1992 Lois and Gerald made their way to the Mesa Arizona area where they have lived since. Lois was an inspiration to all who knew her. She enjoyed life and her smile was infectious and could light up a room, no one can ever forget her laugh – she did everything with passion. She had a big heart and was a friend to all whom she would meet. Her family meant everything to her especially her grandchildren and granddaughter and she spent many a summer in the Olympia area dotting over them. She is survived by her husband Gerald of Apache Junction, her children Dean (April) of Port Orchard, Washington, her daughter Mary and Son, Roger Sevigny of Mesa, Arizona and daughter, Denise (Scott) Woinarowicz of Olympia, Washington. A brother Fred (Marilyn) of Tuscon, Arizona, a brother Richard (Janyce) of Bismarck, North Dakota and Roger (Margaret) of Gold Bar Washington, a brother-in-law Jack Rustan of Dickinson North Dakota, Five Grandchildren Scott of Mesa, Arizona, Kayla (Ryan Sutherland) of Olympia, Washington., Kris of Olympia, Washington., Marc of San Diego, Ca., and John Paul of Port Orchard, Washington., as well as one Great Granddaughter, Maddie (Snootsie) of Olympia, Washington, several sister-laws and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Kristjan and Gudrun, her brother Boyd, her sister Judy and her beloved daughter Catherine whom she thought the world of. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday the 31^st of May at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery with burial in the Veterans National Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona. In lieu of flowers the family prefers that a donation to the Mountain Community Center Capitol Campaign, P.O Box 165 Mountain North Dakota 58262 be given in her name. How do we say goodbye to a piece of our heart? We don’t ever have to. There will always be a way to keep the things we hold most dear. She leaves behind a golden legacy of Honesty, Integrity and Love, as well as a myriad of memories for all to share in. I Love You Honey, We Love You Mom!

Bluemer, Esther Mildred

dgardner — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:45:13 +0000

Esther Mildred Bluemer entered her eternal home in Heaven on May 25, 2011. Born on Janurary 22, 1921 to Herman and Mary Bluemer, Esther was born and raised in Merrill, Michigan. She also worked as a top-notch bookkeeper in Ann Arbor, Holland and Ypsilanti before moving to Arizona in the early 70’s. She is preceded in death by her sister, Arlene Myers, her brother’s Wilbert Bluemer, Walter Bluemer, Kenneth Bluemer and baby Clarence Bluemer. Esther is survived by her sister Dorothy Chapman of Mesa, Arizona, sister-in-law Ellen Bluemer of New Jersey and many nieces and nephews which she loved so dearly. Services will be held in Mesa, Arizona and also at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Saginaw, Michigan on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 2:30 pm. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Hackmann, A. Ellen

dgardner — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:43:31 +0000

A. Ellen Hackmann, 91 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on Sunday May 22, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Hackmann was born in Amsterdam, New York in 1920. Interment at Mountain View Cemetery

Field, Ellis Allen Jr.

dgardner — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:40:36 +0000

Ellis A. Field Jr., 59 of Mesa, AZ passed away Friday May 20, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Field, a mental health specialist, was born in Memphis, TN and served in the US Army in Vietnam as a Special Forces Green Beret. He also served in the Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife Joan Field, daughter Jamee Vesga, son Ellis Field III, step-son Thomas Bufford, sisters Martha Waterman and Pam Henderson, and grandchildren: E.A. “Joey” Field IV, Josie Field, Brier Field, Mary Heckman, Jessica Heckman, Blake Lee, Cody Lee, Heather Lee, Grace Lee, Gabriel Sherman, Emily Bufford, Eva Bufford, Max Donaldson, Cheyenne Donaldson and Crystal Young. Ellis was preceded in death by his parents, Ellis Field Sr. and Mary Price Field, brother Murry Eugene Field, and daughter Brandy Lynn Field. The visitation will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday May 25, 2011 followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm, both at LDS Church, 6942 E. Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ (Westside Parking Lot)

Jacobsen, Russell “Jake”

dgardner — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:31:50 +0000

Russell “Jake” Jacobson of Freeland, WA passed away on May 17, 2011 at the age of 91. He was the son of Erick and Norge Jacobson. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers Ray, Lowell, Ernie, and Maurice. He is survived by his wife Martha, his son Bruce, his grandson Duncan, and nephews Richard and Dennis. ”Jake” met the love of his life Martha (Cooper) in 1941 and they were married on March 20, 1942. They made their home on Whidbey Island, WA for the last 66 years enjoying fishing, golfing, woodworking, and the beautiful nature of the island. ”Jake” enlisted in the Navy in 1938 as a Seaman and retired 271/2 years later as a Full Commander. He participated in WWII (Pearl Harbor survivor) and the Korean War. ”Jake” worked in the Seattle Fire Dept. for 24 years and retired a Senior Division Chief. He was involved in many other activities including Masonic Order, real estate, teaching, American Legion, Kiwanis, fishing, and dancing. He will be missed by many.

Rospapa, Michael Daniel

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 23:15:18 +0000

Michael Daniel Rospapa passed away on May 19, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. He is survived by his loving wife Denis, 2 children Michelle (Paul) and Shanna (Dave) and 4 grandchildren Paul Jr. and Dakota, Taylor and Keyara. Visitation is scheduled from 5pm top 8pm Wednesday, May 25th at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa AZ (480) 832-2850. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00am Thursday, May 26, 2011 also at Mountain View Funeral Home. Go to www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com to share condolences.

Grady, Charles Edward

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:27:58 +0000

Hero has many names, none greater than dad and husband. Charles Edward Grady passed peacefully at home on May 18, 2011. By his side were his wife of 55 years, Betty, daughters Bev Moriarty (Ken) and Erin Alcaraz (Rick), and son Mark Grady (Sandra). He is survived by 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on May 8, 1938. Charles and Betty met at Manual High School in Missouri and were married in 1956. Job opportunities took the Grady family across the country and they resided in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Illinois, Colorado, California and Arizona, always making friends along the way. Many thought we were a military family because of all the moves, but Charles was always seeking ways to improve his family’s lives. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing and many other outdoor sports. In his golden years he retired to Arizona and loved spending time with family, reading a good a book, and enjoying a good piece of cheesecake with a fresh cup of coffee. Charles was generous to a fault, kind, and believed in doing what was right, not just what was easy. He had a quick smile and a sharp sense of humor that never failed to catch you off guard. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother and a brilliant man. He will be greatly missed. Visitation time is scheduled for 10:00 am Saturday, May 21st followed by a Funeral Service starting at 11:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. in Mesa, AZ 85205.

Hernandez, Ruby Catherine

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:23:16 +0000

Ruby Catherine Hernandez was born December 19, she passed away peacefully in her sleep May 12, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. She is survived by 3 children, 11 grandchildren , 4 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and 3 sisters. She was the most loving caring mother and friend there could ever be. She cared not for herself but for everyone else, she will be missed so very, very much by all. We love you. Services will be from 5- 8:00pm Monday May 23, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Paulson, William “Bill” J.

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:22:01 +0000

William J. (Bill) Paulson, passed away May 13, 2011 at his home in Apache Wells, Mesa, AZ with his loving wife Lois and son Jim and his wife Judy at his side. Bill was born in Standard, Alberta, Canada January 13, 1923, but spent his adult years in South Bend, IN. He enlisted in the US Air Force during WWII and was proud to have flown the fastest plane at that time the P-51 Mustang. Bill was an entrepreneur, owning and operating many different businesses, including car lots, service stations, grocery stores and restaurants most notably the G&H Lunches dubbed by the Studebaker workers the Gag & Heave. In his retirement years, he invested in real estate in the Apache Wells area. Bill was an avid golfer, loved boats and fishing, traveling, Las Vegas and parties. His sense of humor endeared him to all who knew him friends, nieces and nephews, 4 step-grandchildren, 6 step-great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren in South Bend, 4 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren in Canada. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. On February 6, 1951, he married Genevieve (Jean) Deka who preceeded him in death. On September 11, 1999, he married Lois Hansen of Calgary. He is survived by a daughter Caroll (Larry) Johnson, a son Jim (Judy) Paulson, step-children Leon (Cindy) Hansen, Dee Beaulac, Mona (Mike) Laut and their families in Indiana and Canada. Bill will be missed by all who knew him. Services will be held at Apache Wells Community Church, 2115 N. Gayridge Rd., Mesa, AZ at 11:00 am on Monday May 23, 2011 with lunch following. In lieu of flowers, please gift St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Huffman, Sharon Lee

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:17:35 +0000

Sharon Lee Huffman, 63 passed away on May 16, 2011 after a long battle with Scleroderma. Sharon was born in Champaign, IL on October 17, 1947. She is preceded in death by her father Donald Greenwell, and 2 brother-in-laws Kenneth Mattox and Larry Jones. She is survived by her husband of 45 years Carl, 3 sons: Carl and wife Bobbie, Michael and wife Denise, and Scott and wife Amy; mother Ruby Greenwell, 3 sisters: Donna Maly, Lorraine Mattox, and Loretta Jones; brother-in-law Jerry Maly, sister-in-law Gloria McKee, and 7 grandchildren. She was loved and respected by everyone she encountered and will be missed dearly by all her loved ones. There will be a visitation for Sharon Friday May 20, 2011 from 10-11:00 am followed by the funeral service at 11:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Crawford, Thomas Peter

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:16:13 +0000

Thomas Peter Crawford, 80, died May 14, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Crawford was a winter visitor from Fulton, SD. He was born in Mitchell, SD on May 1, 1931, and was the oldest of 12 children. In addition to running the family farm, he worked for over 30 years for Hormel Corp and retired in 1984. Mr. Crawford is survived by his six sons, David (Sandy) of Watertown, SD, Dan of Deadwood, SD, Gerry (Pam) of Huron, SD, Duane , John and Jim of Fremont, NE and by his two daughters, Barbetta (Alan) Turpin of London, England and Karen (Patrick) Langan of Lincoln, NE and his former wife Pearl of Fremont, NE. He is further survived by 15 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters: Marian Hoff, Jim (Dea), Sheila, Rita and Linda of Mesa, AZ, Bob (Dee) of Palo Alto, CA, Dennis (Becky) of Parker, AZ, Pat (John) Holzhauser of Gettysburg, SD, Jan Engels of El Paso, TX, Judy (Dan) Lange of Appleton, WI, and close friend of many years Connie Kaufman, and numerous nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Jo Ann Friederich. Two of Mr. Crawford’s favorite activities were square dancing and fishing. He would host a number of fish frys here in AZ and SD. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday on May 1st with a big party attended by many family and friends. There will be a viewing for Tom Crawford on Thursday evening, May 19th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. A funeral mass will be held for him in Mitchell, SD at a future date. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to: American Heart Assoc., 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.

Dagras, George William

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:14:48 +0000

George William Dagras 84 passed away on May 2, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Dagras, a sales manager in the transportation industry was born in Chicago, Illinois and was a die hard Cubs fan and a US Air Force veteran of WWII. Predeceased by his parents Bill and Jennie Dagras, brothers Jim and Bob Dagras, he is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Polly Dagras, sister Laverne Dagras Levine (Stephen), nephews Anthony and Chris, niece Maude (Rick), great nieces Christina and Molly. A Memorial Mass is scheduled for 10:00 am Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at All Saints Catholic Church in Mesa with a reception to follow. Arrangements were handled by Mountain View Funeral Home (480) 832-2850; In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MARC Centers 924 N. Country Club Drive Mesa, AZ or Hospice of the Valley 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014

Duryea, Richard “Dan”

dgardner — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:13:38 +0000

Richard “Dan” Duryea, 76 of Mesa, AZ, passed away on May 11, 2011. Services for Dan a Vietnam veteran who retired from the USAF will be held at a later date at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Arrangements handled by Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207

Chennault, Marvin

dgardner — Tue, 10 May 2011 23:41:30 +0000

Marvin Lawrence Chennault, Sr, 93, of Mesa, AZ, formerly of Yakima, WA, departed this life on May 8, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Born March 13, 1918 in Caviness, TX to George and Lela Chennault, Marvin had 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Survivors include his precious wife of 71 years, Ruth (Hamilton), daughter & son-in-law Cherryl & Bob Welsh, son & daughter-in-law Marvin L. & Betty Chennault, Jr., grandchildren Bob, Eric, Lance, Jennie, Cindy and Tami, 8 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Marvin lived an incredible life. He received a football scholarship to Oklahoma State University where he met his bride. He was a World War II veteran serving in the South Pacific. After his tour of duty, he and his bride eventually moved to Yakima, WA where he was a Highway Civil Engineer for the State of Washington Transportation Department. His legacy would include his involvement with the baseball/softball leagues for children and was honored by being inducted into the Yakima Softball Hall of Fame. He continued his legacy by working with young men in the Boy Scouts. He was a Grandmaster in the Masonic Lodge and Potentate with the Shriners’ coordinating fund raisers which helped raise millions of dollars for the Shriners’ Hospital for Children. After retiring from the State of Washington, Marvin was hired by JJ Welcome to oversee a project in America Samoa. Later Marvin and Ruth traveled to Fiji, Hawaiian Islands, Australia, China and other countries and then in 2005 they moved to Mesa, AZ. Marvin enjoyed gardening and visiting with friends at the Red Mountain Senior Center. Marvin was blessed with insatiable intelligence, endless curiosity, wondrous imagination, and a unique, irreverent sense of compassion. Marvin loved his family and friends fiercely. In sharing Marvin’s life and even his dying, he taught us how to live life generously, with humility, compassion, devotion, integrity, grace, and immeasurable love. We will honor you by doing our best to love life as you did, carrying our love for you in our hearts all our days. A celebration to honor Marvin’s life will be held at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ on Thursday, May 12^th with visitation from 10A – 12P and service from 12P – 1P. Donations in Marvin’s name may be made to Shriners’ Hospital for Children (PO Box 2472, Spokane, WA 99210-2472) or the Alzheimer’s Association (1028 E. McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006-2662).

Cave, David Leroy

dgardner — Tue, 10 May 2011 23:32:04 +0000

Donald Leroy Cave (Pops, Gramps) of Apache Junction, AZ passed away May 4, 2011 in Gilbert, AZ. He was born December 25, 1933 in Pawnee, IL. He was the owner of DC welding and was a welder himself for 50 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Doris Cave, daughter Donna (Tim) Hedges, sons David (Barbara) Cave and Darrell (Angie) Cave, 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, sisters Dena (Bob) Scofield, Dorothy (Edgar) McCracken, brother Bill Cave, and lots of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Mabel Cave and his brother Bob Cave. “I’ve left my heart with you, so please don’t cry, my love will reach you from Heaven, I’m always close by.” There will be a visitation from 12-3:00pm Monday May 9, 2011, with the funeral service following at 3:00 pm both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

Manske, Emma

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 23:42:51 +0000

Emma Louise (Svoboda) Manske was born in Astoria, New York on September 23, 1930. She went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2011. Emma was preceded in death by her 2 children Ralph Manske I, and Pamela Manske. She is survived by her daughter Joyce Lowe (Roy), son Ralph II (Sherrie) and son Wayne (Mike); 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held April 27, 2011 at Mountain View Cemetery in Mesa, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to neuroblastoma research.

Appel, Edward

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:17:29 +0000

Edward Wm. Appel of Mesa, AZ passed away April 23, 2011. Cause of death was respiratory arrest due to congestive heart failure. He was born June 11, 1932 to Stephen and Helen Appel. He grew up in Millville, MN – graduated from Plainview High School in 1950 – worked in the family business until 1951 – then joined the Navy to serve his country (during the Korean War) aboard the USS Antietam and USS Shangri La until 1955. He was Postmaster at Millville and Pine Island until his heart attack. He worked 15 years, part-time, at PSI (Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc.), then retired and moved to Mesa, AZ with his wife, Nancy (married for 38 years). He is survived by his wife Nancy, 5 children – Patrick and Daniel of Minneapolis, MN, Steven of St. Louis, Vanessa Valle of McPherson, KS, Michelle Flumerfelt of White Rock, British Columbia; 3 step children – Wayne Wurst and Gwen Nolan of Austin, MN and Kevin Wurst of Cottage Grove, MN; brother Francis of Millville, sisters Ellen Stelling of Rochester, MN and Monica Brockway of Denver CO – many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis Pitzer-Appel, both parents, sister, Grace Schad and nephew, Paul Appel. Edward was a member of Velda Rose United Methodist Church in Mesa, VFW in Rochester and Post 579 American Legion of Millville. Eddie loved sports, was a left handed baseball pitcher for the Millville team; an avid Vikings and Twins fan. He enjoyed camping, boating and pulling his children and grandchildren on water skis. He played golf and cards with enthusiasm and will be lovingly, lastingly and sadly missed. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on June 4, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Velda Rose United Methodist Church in Mesa, AZ.

Schultz, Anna Marie

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:11:41 +0000

Anna Marie Schultz, of Apache Junction, AZ, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2011. She was born in Chicago, IL on November 26, 1931. Loving wife to her husband of 61 years, Marvin Schultz, they enjoyed a full and happy life together, living in Lindenhurst and Fox Lake, IL before retiring to Apache Junction, AZ. Together they raised three boys: Tom, of Round Lake, IL, who recently became engaged to Elaine; Larry of Indianapolis, IN, married to Jackie; and Gary of Burlington, WI, married to Sherry. She had 6 grandchildren, Tommy (married to Christina), Melanie (married to Joe), Monika, Jeni, Matt and Kimber. She also had 7 great-grandchildren: Kati, Jonathon, Blake, Karissa, Lindsey, Gracie, and Phoenix. She will now be with her brother, Joe Sevcik, and her parents, Joseph and Matilda Sevcik. Anna Marie enjoyed sharing her talents with those she loved. Many homes are graced with her beautiful handmade quilts. Family and friends treasure her gifts lovingly stitched, crocheted, and knitted by hand. She was a member of the “Happy Hookers,” a group of wonderful women who knitted and crocheted items to donate to those in need. Anna Marie also loved to cook, and collect recipes. She canned the tastiest beets and grape jelly, and baked delicious chocolate chip cookies. She also enjoyed reading, and going to craft fairs, and even square dancing for many years. Prior to retirement, she had a successful career in accounts payable. She was loved by her family and friends, and will always be remembered by her kindness, her caring and the way she shared her life.

Eaton, Bea

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:10:34 +0000

Bea Eaton, 86, of Mesa, AZ passed away Thursday, April 14, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Eaton, a homemaker, was born in Eufaula, OK. Survivors include her daughters Shirley Williams and Betty (Terry) Fish, sons Roger (Robin) McCullar and Jerry (Wanda) McCullar, sister Darlene Swindler, 11 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Lou Eaton. There will be a visitation from 9-10:00 am with the service at 10:00 am Tuesday April 19, 2011, at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. Memorials may be made to Banner Gardens Hospice, 7231 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85208.

Rambo, Oscar

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:08:46 +0000

Oscar Rambo, age 85, passed away at his home Tuesday, April 12, 2011, surrounded by his family. Oscar was born in Crooksville, Ohio on December 21, 1925. He was the son of L A and Frances Rambo. He was married to Evelyn Knapp in 1944 and they had two sons Steve and Roger. Evelyn passed away in 1969. In 1971, he married Josephine (Joey) Burnham and they had 40 wonderful years together. Oscar was a building contractor and he also had many other talents. The most important one was the love he had for his family. It was strong and true. He is survived by his wife Josephine (Joey), his sons Steve (Deloris) Rambo and Roger (Jeanette) Rambo both of Mesa, AZ, a brother Jay (Beverly) Rambo of Marion, OH, four grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. Beside his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Ted and his sisters Bets and Ilene. The funeral will be held Friday April 15, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. Viewing will be at 9:00 am with the service starting at 10:00 am.

Smith, Vergal

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:05:39 +0000

Vergal R. Smith, 86 of Mesa, AZ passed away Thursday April 21, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Smith, a pastor, was born in Gainesville, TX to J.N. and Lucy Smith. Survivors include his daughter Lana Gregory, step-daughters Katy, Jamie and Debbie, step-sons Kenny and Keith Miller, sisters Annette and Vergie, brothers Raymond, Don and Ronnie, grandchildren Mike, Tiffanie and Christina, and great-grandchildren: Haylee, Brittany, Lynzee, Enoch, Jenna and Michael. There will be a visitation beginning at 9:00 am followed by the funeral service at 10:00 am Monday May 2, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Erdmann, Lynn Robert

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:03:34 +0000

Lynn Erdmann, 91, of Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at his residence. A celebration of life service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Horizon Bay Retirement Community, 2080 South Ironwood Drive, Apache Junction. Burial will be at the National Cemetery of Arizona. Lynn Robert Erdmann was born in Mellette, South Dakota on August 20, 1919 to Robert Henry and Nellie Verle (Slack) Erdmann. After attending grade school in LaPraire Township in Spink County he graduated from Brentford High School in 1937. He then went to work for the Civilian Conservation Corps in the Black Hills. On February 13, 1942, he entered the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged on November 24, 1945. He was awarded several citations for his service. He married Eleanor Roberts on June 8, 1949. They made their home near Stratford, South Dakota where Lynn farmed. In 1952, he accepted the job as rural mail carrier and they moved to Stratford. After retiring in 1980 they wintered in Texas until moving to Arizona in 1990. Lynn was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Stratford. He belonged to the Brown County and National Rural Letter Carriers Associations. Lynn served as secretary for the local carrier’s organization for twenty-five years. He joined the Legion Post #207 of Stratford in 1945 and was adjutant for a number of years. He served as mayor of Stratford from 1960-1970. After moving to Apache Junction, he volunteered at Four Peaks Elementary School for fourteen years. Lynn was known for his love of family and church. He was always willing to help and went out of his way to take care of people. Lynn enjoyed farming, working on his machinery and automobiles. He was also an avid reader. Survivors include his wife, Eleanor; daughters, Verle Ann (Ted) Sitz, Harvey, North Dakota and Jayne (Steve) Ewell, Mesa, Arizona; Grandchildren, Brett Sitz, St. Louis, Missouri, Darren and Laura Sitz, Moorhead, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard Erdmann and Jack Holcomb.

Burden, Merle Hall

dgardner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:58:10 +0000

Merle Hall Burden passed away April 27, 2011 in Globe, AZ. He was 76. He was born December 28, 1934 in Alliance, OH. Mr. Burden was an electrical contractor and longtime Arizona resident. Merle is survived by his wife Eva Lou Burden, a daughter Merlene Watson, a son Rodney Burden, grandchildren Cassie, Tiya, Tasha, Dustie, Dakota, Rodney & Kayla, great grandchildren Caiden & Roper. He will be greatly missed. Private family services were held. Arrangements were handled by Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850.

Peters, Ruby

dgardner — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:06:56 +0000

Ruby Blackwood Peters, age 78, of Mesa, AZ passed away on April 17, 2011. She retired from Motorola after 30 years in 1994. Ruby is survived by one daughter Rita (Greg) Wolfington of Virginia Beach, VA; one granddaughter April (Dan) Brown of Payson, AZ; one grandson Kevin Matthews and one great-granddaughter McKinzie Matthews of Topeka, KS. Services will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ on Thursday April 28, 2011; the visitation will begin at 9:00 am and the funeral service at 12:00 pm. Donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 605 E. Broadway Ave., Apache Junction, AZ 85119.

McNeill, Richard

dgardner — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 03:15:40 +0000

Richard N. McNeill passed away Tuesday April 19, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born on Friday 13^th of October 1922 in Peoria, Illinois, to Elizabeth and Neil I. McNeill. He graduated from Peoria High School in 1940 and Central Bible College in Springfield, Missouri in 1943. He married Juanita R. Dulin July 4^th 1943 in Springfield, MO. She survives. They had one son David and a daughter Dorthy Gann living in Mesa, Arizona, a daughter Shirley Ozee in Hollister, Missouri, and a daughter Betty Owens in Woodland Park, Colorado. Richard served in the 387^th Battalion, 97^th Infantry Division in Patton’s army. He worked as a carpenter for 18 years before getting his CPA Certificate from the University of Illinois. He worked for McGladrey, Hansen, Dunn and Co. doing non-profit audits, school districts, cities, etc. He left them to become business manager of Central Agency on Aging and retired in 1986. He was a snow bird in Fort Meyers, Florida before moving to Mesa, Arizona. Services will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207 on Monday April 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm. There will be a visitation beginning at 1:00 pm. The Rev. Richard Peterson of the Assemblies of God will preside.

Peters, Ruth Corrine

dgardner — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:38:56 +0000

Ruth Corrine Peters, 97, of Apache Junction, Arizona passed away Wednesday April 13, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Peters was born in Carlos, Indiana in 1914 to Levi and Irena Stanley. She had been an Arizona resident for 38 years. Mrs. Peters will be interred at Mountain View Cemetery.

Messina, Nicholas John

dgardner — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:30:47 +0000

Nicholas John Messina 83 passed away on April 8, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Florence L Messina, son Nicholas J. Messina III M.D., daughter Joy A. Messina, sister Ida Wawrzynski, grandchildren Nicole Messina Johnson and Nicholas J. Messina IV, great grandchild Maverick Johnson. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Tuesday, April 12th with Rosary Service at 6pm. A Funeral is scheduled for 10:00 am Wednesday, April 13th at Mountian View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa (480) 832-2850

Nelson, Arvin Arnold

dgardner — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 23:02:37 +0000

Arvin Arnold Nelson 85 passed away on March 31, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. He was born on June 3, 1925 to Martin and Clara Nelson in Scotland, South Dakota. The family later moved to Yankton where Arvin attended grade and high school. Arvin joined the US Navy in 1942 and served his country until June 1946. He served on the USS Snyder. He married Phyllis Oien in 1946 and daughter Lorie was born in Yankton in 1947. They lived in Yankton until 1952 when they moved to California. Arvin worked for Chrysler Corp. in California and later transferred to Illinois and retired from Chrysler in 1980 and the family moved to Arizona. Son Mark was born in Downey, California in 1960. Arvin is survived by his wife Phyllis of 64 years, daughter Lorie (Larry), son Mark (Judy), one sister Eileen, numerous nieces and nephews, 3 grandchildren Krista (Paul) Williams, Eric (Nicci) Dillon, Dan (Rheannon) Dillon, 4 great grandchildren Spencer Williams, Damon, Havynn and Gaige Dillon. Arvin was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Clara Nelson, 1 sister and 6 brothers. Arvin was a member of the VFW and enjoyed having lunch with Chrysler co-workers in the winter months. A memorial service will be held 10:00 am Tuesday, April 5th at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207.

Lambert, Eunice Jane

dgardner — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 23:01:47 +0000

Eunice Jane Lambert, 90 of Apache Junction, Arizona passed away Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Lambert was born in New Florence, Pennsylvania in 1920. She in survived by her son Gerald (Irene) Lambert and grandchildren Angela Lambert and Tony Lambert.

Hetland, Roy Irvin

dgardner — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 23:00:18 +0000

Roy Irvin Hetland, 92 of Surprise, Arizona passed away peacefully Friday April 1, 2011 in Surprise, Arizona. Roy was born May 16, 1918 in Fertile, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his wife Joanne and son Richard. He was survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Janis Hetland and grandchildren: Janel Hadfield and her husband Laurence; Heather Atwood and her husband Jeff, Jessie Hetland and Nick Hetland and great-grandchildren Alex Hadfield and Luke and Hailey Atwood. Roy served his country proudly in the Air Force from 1942 to 1945 and retired from Midwest Motor Express after 30 years of service. He and Joanne moved to Arizona and enjoyed many years of travel and golf together. He led a full life and was looking forward to being together with Joanne again. Roy’s life will be celebrated at 1pm Tuesday, April 5th, with a graveside service at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, 7900 E Main St, Mesa, AZ. In Lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice of the Valley, Surprise, AZ, is encouraged.

Tabor, Peggy Ann

dgardner — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 22:55:25 +0000

Peggy Ann Tabor, 75, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Saturday April 2, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Tabor, a medical transciber, was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas in 1935. Mrs. Tabor was interred at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, Arizona.

Brodigan, Delores Joan

dgardner — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 22:20:50 +0000

Delores Joan Brodigan, 78 of Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away Saturday April 2, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Brodigan, a bookkeeper, was born in Barnsville, Minnesota. Services for Mrs. Brodigan will be at 12:00 pm Thursday April 7, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, Arizona (480-832-2850).

Bennett, Joseph W. Jr.

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:23:11 +0000

Joe went to be with his Lord on March 9, 2011 at the age of 70. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 11, 1940 and moved to Arizona in 1978. Having studied electrical engineering, he worked in management for utilities in PA and AZ. Also, Joe was a pastor in PA and remained active in various churches, most recently Church of the Redeemer in Mesa. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Betty; his sister and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Wayne McKinley; his daughters and sons-in-law, Beth and Paul Borgesen Jr. and Leanne and Carl Martin; his grandchildren, Salvador and Christian Lopez and Jonah and Hannah Martin. The memorial Service will be held at Church of the Redeemer, 717 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ at 11:00 am on Monday, March 14, 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Redeemer Christian School, 719 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ 85203.

Smith, Merlin

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:20:46 +0000

Merlin F. Smith, of Mesa, AZ passed away March 8, 2011. He was born January 15, 1915 in Waverly, KS to Frank and Purnia Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife Loleta. Merlin lived in Waverly, KS, Junction City, OR and Mesa, AZ. He will be interred in Star Cemetery in Coffey County, KS. A memorial service will be held at the Red Mountain United Methodist Church, 2936 N. Power Rd. Mesa, AZ at 2 PM Sunday March 13, 2011.

Hovden, George

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:18:56 +0000

George Hovden, 93 of Mesa, AZ passed away Tuesday March 8, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Hovden, the retired co-owner and barber at Masonic Temple Barber Shop in Marshalltown, was born Decorah, IA. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where he married Ruby Bray on December 30, 1945. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII in North Africa and Italy as a member of the 34^th Infantry “Red Bull” Division. Survivors include his wife Ruby Hovden, son Jack (Mary) Hovden of Urbandale, IA. sister Lil Thomas, brothers Joel and Earle Hovden, nephew Ron Hovden, grandchildren Heidi Chatham of Ankeny, IA and Jodi Oliver of Savannah, MO, and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister Mavis Aaseby, brothers Ralph “Red”, Alton, Maurice “Tex” and Charles. Services will be at 3:00 PM Saturday March 12, 2011 at Legacy Retirement Residence. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Living Faith Church of Mesa, 7460 E. Knowles Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home (www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com)

Shanks, Arthur Harold

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:07:43 +0000

Arthur Harold Shanks, 88, of Gold Canyon, AZ, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 25, 2011. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Arthur bravely served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II as a rear gunner on a two man dive bombing plane. He was a business owner and a leader in the Chandler community as it began to grow. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lola, his son, Alvin Shanks, his daughter, Lynn Darling, five grandchildren, Jena Shanks, Dane Shanks, Scott Lane, Brett Darling, and Craig Darling, and one great grandchild, Kendal. Funeral service will be at 10:00 am Wednesday March 2, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850). Interment at National Memorial Cemetery of AZ at 1:00 pm March 2, 2011.

Kmet, Edna Maye

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:03:45 +0000

Edna Kmet 67 passed away on February 26, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Kmet spent many years as precision inspector for American National Can. In 2003 she graduated from Pima Medical Institute as a CMA. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Annie Massie, sister Zelma Daniels, brothers John and Frank Massie, brother-in-law Tony Maraschillo. Survived by her loving husband Emil Kmet, sister Ellen Maraschillo of Baltimore, MD brothers Jesse Massie of Beckley, WV and Gillis Massie of Maben, WV and her children Robert Lee Billings of Greeley, CO and Sheila Beck of Bensenville, Illinois.

Foss, Joan

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:45:03 +0000

Joan M. Foss (Kakos), 75 passed away February 28, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Joan was a graduate of Clearview High School in Lorain, Ohio. She is survived by her husband William; sons Michael, Mark, Thomas; sister Maryann; brothers Mike, James, John, Russell, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am Thursday March 3, 2011 at All Saints Catholic Church, 1534 N. Recker Rd., Mesa, AZ. Contributions may be made in Joan’s name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St, Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Williams, Edna

dgardner — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:36:23 +0000

Edna (Eddie) A. Williams, 92 of Queen Creek, AZ passed away February 28, 2011 in Queen Creek, AZ. Mrs. Williams, a secretary, was born in Henefer, UT. Survivors include her daughter Susan Morris, son Jeff Williams, grandchildren Liesl (Richard) Webb, Erik (Lori) Morris, Tina (Brian) Braley, and Liz (Aaron) Lavold, and 18 great-grandchildren. Eddie was preceded in death by her husband Harvey, her parents Charles and Eva Anderton, her sisters Dorothy, Ruby and Ruth, and her brothers Grant and Gil. The visitation will be at 9:00 am Friday March 4, 2011 with the funeral following at 10:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. Contributions may be made in Eddie’s name to Child Crisis Center, PO Box 4114, Mesa, AZ 85211.

Satchwill, Laura Ellen

dgardner — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 20:09:11 +0000

Laura Ellen Satchwill 7-23-1929 to 3-3-2011, age 81, passed away at Hospice Copper Cottage, Mesa, AZ March 3, 2011. She was the daughter of Guy and Georgia (Hollowell) Sharp, and younger sister to Buthene (Sharp) Haskell. Laura married December 30, 1951 to Herbert W. Satchwill, who died February 19, 1990. She graduated from Huntington College, Huntington, IN where she was voted Campus Queen in 1951. Later she earned a Masters Degree in Education at Arizona State University. She taught school for 9 years in Indiana, then after moving to Arizona in 1961, she taught another 24 years in Mesa, for a total of 33 years of teaching. They later moved to Arizona’s White Mountains, where Ellen enjoyed gardening, feeding the many birds, and painting the beautiful landscapes, until Herb’s death, after which she moved back to Mesa. Ellen loved art and painting. She was also a singer and pianist who often played for church. Ellen with Herb on guitar and vocals, sang country gospel at local churches. She also enjoyed researching family genealogy, and belonged to the genealogy club at Sunland Village East. She loved family and friends, and treasured the time she spent with all of them. She was the greatest mother, son Greg of Mesa, AZ could ever dream of. She was always there for him, no matter what. He will remember all of the camping trips as a kid, fishing and rock hunting, his mom always sketching and taking pictures. Son Greg will miss the coffee times, and the DQ times, with his mom’s small hot fudge sundae, with peanuts. She is survived by one son Greg of Mesa, AZ, sister-in-law Maxine Satchwill of Chino Valley, AZ, niece Cynthia Hilton of Henderson, NV, sister-in-law Henrietta Satchwill, nephew David Satchwill, nephew Jim (Lori) Satchwill, nephew Neal (Jane) Haskell, great-niece Christine Haskell, great-nephew Joel (Jennifer) Haskell, great-nephew Shaden Haskell, and great-niece Lindsey Haskell all of whom reside in Indiana.

Gumz, Darrell

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:27:02 +0000

Darrell E. Gumz, 83 of Mesa, Arizona passed away on Monday February 21, 2011. He is survived by his two daughters Sally Jo Preuss of Pardeeville, Wisconsin and Janis Hasz of Stuart, Florida, step-daughter Linda Kelly of Nevada, 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Graveside services will be at Noon Friday February 25, 2011 at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

DeGroff, Harold “Hal”

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:25:27 +0000

Harold “Hal” DeGroff, 86, of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully on February 19, 2011 at Southwest Copper Hospice, he was born May 3, 1924 in Stryker, Ohio. Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Nancy, son William and brothers Robert, Maurice, Brooks, Richard and Morton. He is survived by daughter Kristine Douglass of Mesa, AZ., son and daughter-in-law Robert and Priscilla DeGroff of Gilbert, AZ and son and daughter-in-law David and Laurie DeGroff of Mesa, AZ. He had 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ at 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Valley Hospice, 1351 N. Alma School Rd. #250, Chandler, AZ 85224.

James, Mary Rose

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:18:08 +0000

Mary Rose James of Gold Canyon, AZ was born February 25, 1927 and passed away February 15, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents Harvey and Mearl Sands. Mary leaves behind her loving husband Garland James; the couple just celebrated their 65^th wedding anniversary on February 5^th. She is also survived by her four children Cheryl Okamoto of Gold Canyon, Darrell James of Globe, Judy Thomas of Apache Junction and David James of Gilbert. Mary and Garland started James Tire Sales of Apache Junction in 1978 and have since turned it over to their son David James. Mary was a beautician in her early years when she met Garland. Her hobbies included bowling, fishing, camping, traveling, and playing cards with her friends. She was a loving devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Mary will be greatly missed and warmly remembered by all who knew her. Services will be at 1:00 pm Saturday March 5, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Gray, Alma Maxine

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:16:12 +0000

Alma Maxine Gray, age 84, of Mesa, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2011 in Anthem, Arizona. Alma was born in Alluwee, OK on June 15, 1926. She married James R. Gray in November, 1948 in Miami, OK. They were married for 56 years when he passed away in 2004. Pastor James Gray and Alma began their ministry at the Oak Grove Baptist Church in their home in 1954 in Kansas City, KS. They served at Oak Grove Baptist Church as the pastor for 33 years until retiring in 1987 and moving to Mesa, AZ. Alma loved her church friends, spending time with her family and reading. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Mesa. She is survived by her sister Helen Hartegan of Gardner, KS and her brother Harold Topping of Victoria, TX. She is also survived by her two children Pamela Moore and husband Cosslett Moore of Overland Park, KS, her son Nathan Gray and wife Carol Gray of Anthem, AZ. She leaves four grandchildren, Erin Stevens and her husband Chris, and Sean Moore of Overland Park, KS. Cole Gray of Charlotte, NC and Jeremy Gray of Anthem, AZ. Two great-grand children, Delaney and Wyatt, of Overland Park, KS. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 24th, from 5-8 pm at the Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E Main Street in Mesa, Arizona. The funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 25th at the Calvary Baptist Church, 3810 University, Mesa AZ with internment following at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions in Alma’s name to the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E Flower St., Phoenix, AZ, 85014.

Pavlicek, Robin Dean “Butch”

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:14:41 +0000

Robin Dean (Butch) Pavlicek, 55, of Mesa, AZ passed away Tuesday February 22, 2011 in Mesa, AZ after a brief illness. Robin was born in Dickinson, ND. Survivors include his wife Carol, two daughters, three grandchildren, one brother, 3 sisters, 16 nieces and nephews, and 13 brothers and sisters-in-law. He was the son of the late Herb and Sherrill Pavlicek of Dickinson, ND and the son-in-law of Donnell and the late Maureen O’Duggan of Needham, MA. Visitation will be at 1:00 pm followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society in Robin’s name.

Sullivan, Helen Margaret

dgardner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:13:33 +0000

Helen Margaret Sullivan passed away peacefully on February 21, 2011. She was born in 1924 in Denison, IA, to Richard and Velma (Brandenburg) Walter. She lived most of her life in Peoria, IL, where she was a Certified Professional Secretary for the Regional Federal Mediation Board and an active volunteer at a local hospital. Helen and her husband Chester moved to Mesa, AZ, in 1993. She is predeceased by her husband, Chester, and her sisters Phyllis and Betty Ann. Helen is survived by her daughter Maureen Vidmar and her husband Frank; her son Chester and his wife Janet, their children Michelle, Michael and John, and Michelle’s daughters Sierra and Cicely. Also surviving are her niece Ann (Swearingen) Ernst and her husband John and their children. Memories of this beloved mother will be cherished by her family and wide circle of friends. Services will be held at Mountain View Memorial Chapel, 7900 E. Main, Mesa, AZ on Friday, February 25. Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm; services will begin at 3:00 pm.

Marshall, Myrel Timothy

dgardner — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 16:48:07 +0000

Myrel Timothy Marshall, 78 of Mesa, AZ passed away Wednesday February 9, 2011 in Gilbert, AZ. Mr. Marshall, an aviation sheet metal foreman at WAFB was born in Tecumseh, OK. Survivors include his wife Charlotte, daughter Lynda Hinchey, sons Bruce, Keith (Sue), and Ken (Dori), his sister Mary (Dan) Greer, and grandchildren Bryan (Lauren), Travis, Tim Hinchey Jr., Rebecca and Alicia. Services will be at 10:00 am Tuesday February 15, 2011 at Mission Community Church, 4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert, AZ. Interment will take place at 10:00 am Monday February 14, 2011 at National Memorial Cemetery of AZ, 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85024. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Arizona, 9155 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, AZ 85020.

Miller, Jo Ellen

dgardner — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 16:45:47 +0000

Jo Ellen Miller 62 passed away on February 12, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Miller, an operator of two mobile home parks was born in Decatur, Illinois. She is survived by her loving husband Richard Miller, sisters Dee Anne Ellison, Martha J. Bozik, Mary Jane Humes and brother Dennis L. Ellison. A memorial service will be held 10:00 Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85205; www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com

Quiroz, Baron Thomas Ray

dgardner — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 16:43:47 +0000

Baron Thomas Ray Quiroz, 24 days, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on February 13, 2011. Graveside services will be at 10:00 am Monday February 21, 2011 at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832, 2850).

Urbas, Barbara Ruth

dgardner — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 16:42:08 +0000

Barbara Ruth Urbas, born in Franklin, ME November 4, 1917 and passed away February16, 2011 in Mesa, AZ at the age of 93. Predeceased by her husband Frank Urbas and daughter Patricia Adams. She is survived by brother Donald Merchant of Port Charlotte, FL, daughter Nancy Sheridan (Richard) of Gilbert, AZ, son-in-Law Edward Adams of Queen Creek, AZ, granddaughters: Audra Sheridan, Nicole Adams, and Erin Lincoln, grandsons: Daniel Sheridan, Don Adams, and Jeremy Adams and 11 great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held on Sunday, Feb. 20 from 6 to 8pm with the funeral service Monday Feb. 21, 2011 with a viewing starting at 10a.m. and funeral starting at 11a.m all at at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1483 N. Driftwood Dr., Gilbert, AZ. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Billings, Travis

dgardner — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:02:20 +0000

Travis Billings, 75 of Apache Junction, AZ passed away Sunday February 6, 2011 in Apache Junction. Mr. Billings, a musician, was born in Littlefield, TX. Survivors include his wife Deborah Billings, one daughter, his mother Jessie Hix of Lubbock, TX and his sister Joyce Gene Lowery of Lubbock, TX. Services are private. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home 480-832-2850.

Oliver, Wanda Irene

dgardner — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:01:54 +0000

Wanda Irene Oliver, 85, passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona on February 1, 2011 after a brief illness. Wanda was born in Bloomington, Indiana on December 7, 1925 to Leland and Martha Weimer. Throughout her life Wanda was a telephone operator, nurse’s aid, clerk and hospital worker. Wanda came to Arizona in 1996 and had since resided at Christian Care Manor IV (Fellowship Square) in Mesa until her passing. She was a wonderful and beloved mother, survived by her sons Richard (Sandy) Oliver, Michael (Linda) Oliver, and Brian Oliver; and her daughter Lisa Cousins; and by grandchildren Matthew Oliver and Sarah Oliver. In addition, she is survived by her brother James (Nancy) Weimer. Wanda enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and spending time with her family. A private family prayer service was held at Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa.

Clark, Ruby Jewell

dgardner — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 21:57:22 +0000

Ruby went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of February 6, 2011. She was born Ruby Jewell Mooney December 2, 1929 in Ellijay, Georgia. She was the daughter of Sally and George Mooney and was one of thirteen children. Ruby lived in Ellijay until 1947 when she decided to travel by bus to Ohio to visit her sister. On that trip, she met Elmer Clark and they were married soon after. Many of their friends and family thought it wouldn’t last due to the brevity of their courtship. But theirs was a good match and they stayed best friends and partners for the rest of her life. The young couple settled in Barberton, Ohio where they raised a family that included three sons and two daughters. She and Elmer moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1989. Ruby preferred to be called Jewell and was a devoted and loving wife and mother of five, grandmother of ten and great grandmother of three. She was also beloved by nieces, nephews and all who knew her. She was incredibly kind, a good listener, and a fantastic cook. Jewell is survived by her husband Elmer Clark, children Robert Clark (Cheryl), David Clark (Sharon), Jerry Clark (Diane), daughters Linda Dalinberg and Betty Miller (Dan). Visitation 5 – 7pm, Friday, February 11, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ (480) 832-2850 followed by a Funeral Service at 12:00 Saturday, February 12, 2011

Mullen, Phyllis

dgardner — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 22:24:33 +0000

Phyllis L. Mullen of Mesa, Arizona passed away January 31, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. A loving mother and grandmother she is survived by her companion of 12 years Vance Taylor, daughter Deanna (Harvey) Jeffries, sons; Kenneth (Cheryl) Miller, Robert Miller, Ralph (Debbie) Miller, 6 grandchildren & 7 great-grandchildren. Phyllis was preceded in death by her husbands Guy Miller & Gene Mullen. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Weds. February 2, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850. The family suggests contributions be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Rave, Wallace J.

dgardner — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 22:22:41 +0000

Wallace J. Rave, 74, passed away on January 28, 2011, after a nine-month battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Born in 1936 in Mendota, IL to Dorothy and Elmer Rave. He grew up in Spring Valley, IL. Wally earned a Bachelor’s of Music from Illinois State Univ., a Masters and PhD in Music History and Philosophy from Univ. of Illinois. While teaching at the Univ. of Minnesota he received a Fulbright scholarship and studied in Paris, France the following year. Prof. Rave taught at Arizona State for 34years. Over those years, he wore many hats: teacher, adviser, Assistant Chairman, Acting Chairman, and author of many publications in music history and jazz. He also lectured at Phoenix Symphony and Arizona Opera pre-performance audience events. He was past president and board member of the Gold Canyon Arts Council and a board member of the Phoenix Chamber Music Society. He wrote music program notes for concerts as well as liner notes for CD and LP productions. He had a voracious appetite for learning and was an excellent writer. Wally loved nature, photography, good food and wine, traveling, golf and dogs. Family and friends were very important to him. Wally is survived by his wife, Karen, son David (Geri), daughter Barbara (Randy), granddaughter Erin, two brothers, their wives, and five nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held on February 19. A Celebration of Wally’s life will be held for family and friends on the same day at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to a special scholarship fund in his memory. Write checks to: ASU School of Music, enter on Memo line: WALLY RAVE SCHOLARSHIP. Mail to: ASU School of Music, PO Box 870405, Tempe AZ 85287-0405

Shell, Dorothy May

dgardner — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 23:40:42 +0000

Dorothy May Shell, 88 of Gilbert , Arizona passed away Saturday January 29, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Shell, a homemaker, was born in Michigan. She will be interred in Croswell Cemetery, Croswell, Michigan.

Larson, Evelyn Marquerite Dornfeld

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:25:55 +0000

Evelyn Marquerite Dornfeld Larson, 97 of Mesa, AZ passed away January 20, 2011 in Gilbert, AZ. She was born April 7, 1913 in St. Paul, MN. Evelyn enjoyed making beautiful needlework pictures, playing Mahjong, traveling to many parts of the world, and was a Life Master Bridge Player. She is survived by her daughter, Janice “Cooki” Pedersen of Gilbert, AZ; son, Roger C. Larson of Scandia, MN; 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar C. “Bumps” Larson; parents, Raymond Alfred and Anna Dornfeld; brother, James Dornfeld and sister, Janet Decker. Family suggests contributions be made to the charity of your choice.

Ellis, Duane Edward

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:21:48 +0000

Duane Edward Ellis, 88 passed away Thursday, January 13, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr. Ellis, a farmer, was born in Campbell, MN. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marian (Davidson) Ellis, he is survived by his sister Lois Randall of New Port Richey, FL, dear friend and companion Ieleen Trites of Dent, MN, sister-in-law Lorraine Davidson of Paynesville, MN, many loved nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 pm Saturday May 14, 2011 at Maine Presbyterian Church followed by a committal service at Silent Vale Cemetery in Maine, Minnesota.

Kochheiser, Mabel Belle

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:17:53 +0000

Mabel Belle Kochheiser of Mesa, AZ, passed away Monday, January 10, 2011 in Gilbert, AZ. She was 86. Mrs. Kochheiser was born March 24, 1924 in Marion, OH. She is survived by her son, Dana Eugene Kochheiser; a sister, June Kline; a brother, Dale Wirick; two grandsons; five great grandsons; three great granddaughters; and one great great grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene in 2002.

Gerstenfeld, Steven Michael

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:13:10 +0000

Steven Michael Gerstenfeld, born February 15, 1944 in Brooklyn, NY, passed away on January 25, 2011 in Scottsdale, AZ. Born in New York, he moved to California at age 12 where he later met his wife Judi; they married on March 15, 1974. In 1978 they moved to Mesa, AZ where they spent many blissful years boating, off-roading, and camping together. After working over 30 years in the automobile and R.V. business, he retired into the world of toy trains. He was known by many as the AZTRAINMAN who joyfully repaired toy trains at the Arizona Train Depot in Mesa, AZ. Although he had no children of his own, his nephew, Eric, was like a son to him and his great-nephews were as dear to him as grandchildren. He loved toy trains and his great nephews shared that love with him. As a dog lover, he had a pair of Schnauzers by his side, Sierra and Jake. He is survived by his loving wife Judi, nephew Eric Vaughn and wife Andrea, his great nephews Edward Joseph and Aiden Jack and brother, Erwin. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mildred; father, Stanley; and sister, Debbie Vaughn. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, family, friends, and puppy dogs. A celebration of his life will be held at a date to be announced.

Jerman, Donald Edward

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:11:54 +0000

Donald Edward Jerman 88 passed away on Friday, January 21, 2011 in Mesa, AZ. Mr Jerman, a retired business owner was born in Ft. Morgan, CO. Don, as he was known, was raised in the Salt Creek Oilfield area and lived there until 1984 at which time he and his wife came to Arizona and RV’d for 8 years. In 1993 moved permanently to their present address in Mesa, AZ. He went through school in Midwest Wyoming and graduated in 1940. Entered Wyoming University in 1940 on a football scholarship until spring of 1942 when he entered the US Navy during World War II. After discharge in 1946 re-entered college at Wyoming University, went to Montana State University-Bozeman for a year and back to Wyoming University where he received a Masters Degree in 1950. He taught high school history and was sports coach and librarian until 1951 when he went to Washington D.C. to school and became an FBI agent. After resigning he went back to Edgerton, WY and joined his father in a family owned business and served as a Deputy Sheriff of Natrona County until 1966. In 1966 he married Naomi R. Talmadge and they had a wonderful life together. Don was a wonderful, caring, sensitive husband, father to Ruth’s 2 sons and all of the grandchildren that ensued until his departure. He always had time and attention for all of us and for his many friends he never failed to have in his heart and on his mind. He will be so dearly missed by all of us and will never be forgotten. Preceded in death by his parents Beulah M. and Robert M. Jerman and sister Betty J. Andersen, he is survived by his wife Naomi Ruth Jerman, step-sons Kenneth C. (Barb) and Michael J.A. (Theresa) Talmadge, 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Casper, Wyoming

Myers, James Clark

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:08:41 +0000

James Clark Myers, of Mesa, AZ passed away January 23, 2011. James was born March 26, 1928 in Tupelo, AR. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, F. Marcene Myers, daughter Sharon Myers Smith of Mesa, AZ, sons Larry J. (Deena) Myers of Richardson, TX, and Randy D. (Bara) Myers of Prague, Czech Republic, grandchildren: Heather, Ashley, Andy, Clark, Kristyna, Nicholas, and Samuel, and great-granddaughter Lillian. The memorial service will be at 2:30 pm Saturday January 29, 2011 at Red Mountain United Methodist Church, 2936 N. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215. Contributions may be made to Red Mountain United methodist Church or Cornerstone Hospice, 7310 N 16th St., #230, Phoenix, AZ 85020.

Curtis, Alton Craig

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:07:26 +0000

Alton Craig Curtis, 67 of Apache Junction, AZ, passed away on January 25, 2011. Mr Curtis was a US Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. The memorial service will be at 4:00 pm Saturday January 29, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Tone, Loretta

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:06:20 +0000

Loretta Tone, born August 26, 1928, passed into the loving embrace of her Lord January 22, 2011. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and adoring grandmother. One of the first women deputies in Maricopa County, she was very active in the community throughout her life. Loretta is reunited with her son Steve, mother Dorothy, father Orven and sister Betty. She is survived by her husband of nearly 65 years, Albert Kent Tone, 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Services will be held 1/29/11 at the Chapel at Central Christian Church at 933 North Lindsay Road, Mesa, with a viewing at 10 am and a memorial service at 11 am.

Hartman, Helen Pauline

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:05:22 +0000

Helen P. Hartman, 84 of Mesa, AZ Resided for the past 4 years and 2 months at Above Care Assisted Living Home in Gilbert, AZ, where she passed away Wednesday evening January 19, 2011. Born June 23, 1926 in Juniata County, PA, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Langacre and Effie Mae Kohler of Port Royal, PA. She was the wife of the late Meredith Behney Hartman of Mesa, AZ. She was also the mother of two daughters, and the grandmother of two. During WWII she served proudly in the US Army as a medic and O.R. nurse within the United States. After the war she graduated from cosmetology school with a teaching certificate. Helen had an interesting life, raised on a farm, and had many different jobs and held positions at the former Hamilton Watch, RCA, A&P, Circle K and Rogers (which is now Microsoft) to name a few. She also did hairstyling. There was almost no job she couldn’t do, but being a mother was her most important task of all. Her love of animals was evident as she loved them so much, dogs and cats, family dog, the late Taffy and her grand dogs, the late Button and Mimi, and the late Boo-boo and Nelly and her own 3 cats. She is survived by: a daughter, Gayle P. Hartman-Weatherford wife of R. Dale Weatherford of Mesa, AZ; daughter, Jennifer M. Hartman of Mesa, AZ, grandchildren Kelsey J. Rogness and Donny Rogness of Mesa, AZ, father of grandchildren Rick Rogness of Mesa, AZ; a brother Abraham L. Longacre of Dauphin, PA and his wife Janet, sister Edith C. Gaskins of Manheim, PA and brother Benjamin F. Longacre Jr. of Juniata County, PA. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews through out the country. She was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. Funeral services were held Wednesday January 26, 2011 at 1:00 pm for the viewing and 2:00 pm for the service at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207 (480-832-2850). Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1028 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85006.

Shumway, Margarete I.

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:59:29 +0000

Margarete I. Shumway, 82 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on January 20, 2011. A gathering for Mrs. Shumway will be from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday January 25, 2011 at Sunland Village East, Rosewood Room, 2145 S. Farnsworth Dr., Mesa, AZ 85209

Gelmi, Dorothy Virginia

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:56:46 +0000

Born on February 9, 1922 in Ishpeming, Michigan, Dorothy Virginia Nault entered into rest on January 18, 2011, 3 weeks before her 89th birthday. Remembered as a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, our family mourns the passing of a matriarch. Dorothy, known as “Dort”, is survived by her children Geraldine (Robert) Thomsen, Darlene (Paul) Kurian, Florian (Gail) Gelmi, Sherry (Thomas) Salmon, 9 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one sister, Lois Bosio. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, Emelio Paul Gelmi, brothers Albert and Donald Nault, sister Margarite DeMille and long time companion Wilbur Moody. Friends and family are welcome to attend a Rosary at 1:30 pm followed by a Memorial Mass at 2:00 pm Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at St. Georges Catholic Church, 300 E. 16th Ave., Apache Junction, AZ 85119. Dorothy’s final resting place will be beside her husband in Ishpeming Michigan, date to be determined.

Egan, Mary Ellen

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:55:02 +0000

Mary Ellen Egan, 71 years old, passed on Monday, January 10, 2011 of complications from Pancreatitis. Mary has been a resident of Arizona since 1979, originally from County Mayo Ireland. She is survived by her husband, Morgan Egan of New York, NY, her six children, Joseph, Michael, Mary, Ann Marie, James and Patrick of Mesa, AZ, as well as her nineteen grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 20, 2011 from 5-8 P.M. at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ. Mass will be held Friday, January 21, 2011 10 A.M. at All Saints Catholic Church, 1534 N. Recker Rd Mesa AZ

Waldon, Robert Lee

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:53:33 +0000

Robert Lee Waldon, 73 of Lakeside, AZ passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011 in Lakeside, AZ. Mr. Waldon, a District Manager for SRP, was born in Miamisburg, OH. Survivors include his wife, June Ann, sons David and Chris Waldon, daughters-in-law Nita Waldon and Felicia Waldon, mother-in-law Juanita Thorpe, sister Judy Lynn Monaco, brother Jim Waldon, and grandchildren: Bryan, Joseph, Tanner and Christina Waldon. The funeral service will be at 2:00 pm Friday January 21, 2011 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Vacha, Geraldine

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:52:12 +0000

Geraldine Veronica Vacha, 71 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on January 15, 2011. Services for Mrs. Vacha will begin with a visitation at 11:00 am Thursday, January 20, 2011 followed by the funeral service at 12:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Bridge, William Havinden

dgardner — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 05:50:53 +0000

William Havinden Bridge, 83 of Queen Creek, Arizona, passed away on January 14, 2011. Mr. Bridge proudly served in the U.S. Navy.

Kerwin, Gerald “Jerry”

dgardner — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 22:11:13 +0000

Gerald (Jerry) Kerwin, 72, formerly of Naplate, passed away on January 12, 2011 at his home in Apache Junction, AZ. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday January 30, 2011 at the Palmas Del Sol East Clubhouse in Apache Junction, AZ at 2:00 pm. He was born on June 19, 1938 in Chicago to Madelene and John Kerwin. He married Barbara (Meiners) Collins on December 20, 1981. He was retired from Commonwealth Edison and moved to AZ where he enjoyed the last nine years of his life. He enjoyed the casino, loved to golf, fish and especially loved to dance. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Barbara and 3 Step-children, Crystal Collins, Cathy (Gary) Moats of Ottawa and John (Karen) Collins of Tolono, IL, two sons Jeff and Jay Aicher from a previous marriage and 7 grandchildren: John and Michael Moats, Kaycee and Tim Collins, Jacob and Jonah Aicher, and Kendall Aicher; one brother Bill, one sister Jennette Liebstra and one nephew Donald (Deb) Harke. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, step-father, two brothers, two sisters and one niece. Please feel free to visit the Mountain View website, www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com and leave messages for the family regarding Jerry.

Sheidler, Dorothy Elaine

dgardner — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 18:07:36 +0000

Sheidler, Dorothy E. (Dotty) 84, quietly slipped into Jesus hands on January 14, 2011. She was married to her lifelong friendRobertsince 1946. They moved to Phoenix in 1955 & after retirement spent 20 years in Camp Verde. Dorothy joins her parents, brother, eldest daughter Pamela and great granddaughter Madison in heaven. Dorothy always had a smile, a laugh and gave a helping hand to anyone in need. Survived by husband Robert, daughters Becky Johnston and Pat Miller, 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Memorial service to be at Paradise Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School Road at 10:30am on Thursday 1/20/2011. Our thanks to the staff at Arbor Rose for their compassionate care of our mom and to those wonderful individuals of Hospice whose care cannot be praised enough. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley and Alzheimer’s research.

Harris, Leroy Jr.

dgardner — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:54:49 +0000

Leroy Harris Jr., 85, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Tuesday January 11, 2011 in Gilbert, Arizona. Mr. Harris was born in Norris City, Illinois in 1925. Services will be held Saturday January 22, 2011 at the East Valley Church of the Nazarene, 131 N. Signal Butte Rd., Apache Junction, Arizona 85120.

Michaelis, Beverly Faye

dgardner — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:44:50 +0000

Beverly Faye Michaelis, age 100, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Tuesday January 11, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. Mrs. Michaelis, a school teacher, was born in Lapeer, Michigan to Calvin and Jennie Beatty. A memorial service will be held Sunday January 16, 2011 at Apache Wells Community Church, 2115 N. Gayridge Rd., Mesa, Arizona.

Peach, Paul Alan

dgardner — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 23:27:56 +0000

Paul Alan Peach of Phoenix passed away on January 9, 2011 at the age of 49. A celebration of Paul’s life will be held on Saturday, January 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., in Mesa. Visitation for family and friends is scheduled for Friday, January 14, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. also at Mountain View Funeral Home. Paul was born on March 11, 1961 in Belleville, Illinois, the second son of Joseph C. Peach, Sr. and Connie Reynolds Peach. Beloved brother to Joseph C. Peach, Jr., Tina Marie Peach Foreman, Thomas R. Peach and Philip J. Peach, Paul was raised in Tuscola, Illinois and graduated from Tuscola High School in 1979. During his time in Tuscola, he served as the Warrior mascot for several years, bringing the crowd to their feet with his half time routine that included his talented tumbling. Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1982 to 1985. He moved to Arizona in the early 80′s. He was instrumental in starting the PAWS organization in the Phoenix area. During his employment at APS, he brought joy to so many as “Hackey the Clown”. In the early 90′s, Paul got involved with Phoenix Body Positive where he was instrumental in educating clients on the positive effects that vitamins can have in their lives. During his time at Body Positive, he was able to help so many people who crossed his path. Paul was always active and athletic. He really enjoyed his years playing softball. Paul was a talented artist and poet as well. In fact Paul showed talent in everything he did. But possibly the best talent Paul possessed was his ability to bring out the best in everyone. Paul had a gift of making people smile. He was blessed with a very funny sense of humor. As many of his family members can attest, he could have you laughing so hard that you couldn’t breathe! Paul was extremely close to his family and his family will miss him more than words can say. Paul is survived by his beloved “Furry Son’s” Gizmo & Frankie, who were his constant companions, also his best friend and an ‘Angel’ to him, his sister, Tina Foreman, his father, Joseph C. Peach, Sr., brothers Joseph C. Peach, Jr. and Thomas R. Peach, US Navy as well as Raymond and Lee Peach, step father, Earl Eversoll, step-sister Valerie and Carrie, as well as Terry Miller, brother-in-law, Mark Foreman and beloved nephews, Jeremy (Melissa) Peach, Joel (Catherine), Jake (April) and Josh (Aiko) Goodman, and Brian Foreman, nieces, Tasha (Justin) Wiles, Karla and Kassandra Peach, (California) and Kalyn and Deandra Peach (Illinois) and special niece Aliesha Foreman, his great nephews, Devin and Brenden Goodman, and Anden Wiles, and great-niece, Kyleigh Wiles, many aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom loved Paul and will miss him very much. Paul was preceded in death by his mother, whom he loved so dearly, Connie Peach Eversoll and his brother Philip James Peach. He was also preceded by his loving dogs, Guido and Spunky. His reunion in Heaven will be met by a musical jam session featuring his Granny, Grandma Reynolds and Aunt Frannie Bechtel. Donations may be made to your local Humane Society.

Engelsman, Helen Arlene

dgardner — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 23:25:29 +0000

Helen Arlene Bullerman Hoblit Engelsman, 80, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2011 early in the morning in her apartment at the Park Regency retirement complex in Chandler, AZ. Ms. Engelsman, born in Strasburg, Illinois, was a musician and music teacher. She grew up in Lincoln, IL, later living in Atlanta where she was married to Joseph Hoblit and taught choir at Atlanta High School and private piano lessons. In 1965 she married William Engelsman, they moved to Artesia, New Mexico and then lived in Mesa, AZ where she continued to teach music and later was a real estate agent and broker for 17 years. She wrote a book of poetry, “Almost, but not Quite,” published in 1995. Surviving are her sister Ardeth Jean Keck (Jerry) of Flanagan, IL; brother Donald Bullerman (Cheryl) of Springfield, IL; daughter Jan Hoblit, of Chandler, AZ; son John Hoblit of Mt. Vernon Washington; step sons Mark Engelsman (Debbie) of Tempe, AZ; and Mike Engelsman; grandchildren Candace Hoblit (Jason), James Hoblit, Brian Hoblit, Jasmine Hoblit, Cindy and Chris Engelsman, Lisa and Steve Engelsman; great-grandchildren William and Danica Garner; nieces and nephews Jen and Jeff Bullerman and Ron Keck and Krista Keck Chmiel. Ms. Engelsman will most be remembered for her sense of humor, inspired teaching, her beautiful voice, amazing piano talent, her passion for music, life, and her love of animals. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 13 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Mt. View Funeral Home Chapel located at 7900 East Main Street in Mesa, AZ. The funeral will be at the same location on Friday, January 14 at 10:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to the Humane society (or any pet rescue organization).

Pierce, Lucille

dgardner — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:37:37 +0000

Lucille R. Pierce of Mesa, AZ was born July 15, 1910 in Cozad, NE to Perlo and Bessie (Hobbs) Kinney and passed away December 26, 2010 at the age of 100 years. She is survived by loving daughter Dixie Gabel, two loving grandchildren Jeffrey W. (Barbara) Gabel and Iana S. (Carl) Jansson, three loving great-grandchildren Kelsey, Christopher and Jennifer Jansson, one niece Sharon (Duane) Glick. Upon retirement she and husband, Kenneth, moved to Mesa, AZ where she has resided for 34 years at Mesa East Park. She was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and Friend who is loved by all and will be dearly missed. Visitation is scheduled for 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, December 30, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa. A funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, December 31, 2010 at the same location.

Thomas, Billie Jean

dgardner — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:34:53 +0000

Billie Jean Thomas, 83, of Mesa, daughter of Thomas Harland Chapmond and Dora Chapmond, passed away on December 22, 2010 due to complications from congestive heart failure. She is survived by her loving husband Albert II and children Albert III, Terrell, Jana and Lance. Grandchildren Andrew, Michelle and Danielle. Sisters JoAn Palmer, Betty Jo Arvello, and Edith Rushing of Texas. Billie was born in Wichita Falls, Texas. She met her husband to be Albert Weil Thomas II at Sheppard AFB where she earned her private pilot’s license was an active member of the Civil Air Patrol. They married in June of 1946 and celebrated 64 years together. They raised their family in Redwood City, California before moving to Apache Junction in 1972 where they established and built a Mobile Home and RV Resort. She was a loving wife and mother, an avid bird lover, she enjoyed traveling, collecting vintage fire trucks and enjoyed her many diverse ventures with her loving husband Albert at her side. A private service will be held January 7th, 2011.

Sander, Sylvan Urban

dgardner — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:29:18 +0000

Sylvan Urban Sander, 88 of Gold Canyon, AZ passed away Tuesday December 21, 2010. Urban was a WWII U.S. Navy Veteran. The memorial service for Mr. Sander will be at 11:00 am Tuesday December 28, 2010 at Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, 6640 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon, AZ. There will be a luncheon following the service. Mr. Sander will be interred at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, MN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Urban’s name to Mountainbrook Village, 5782 S. Mountainbrook Dr., Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 or the charity of your choice.

Murphy, Robert

dgardner — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 23:50:49 +0000

Robert Murphy, 93, of Mesa, AZ passed away on December 25, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was born in Spokane, WA and was preceded in death by his wife Doris (Reinhardt) Murphy, second wife Ruth (Wagner) Murphy and third wife Patsy (Young) Murphy. He is survived by his niece Doris R. Rushing and family from Monroe, North Carolina and dear friend Irma Brenner. A service will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Mesa 161 N. Mesa Dr. at 3:00 Thursday, December 30, 2010. Memorials can be sent to Hospice of Arizona.

Skinner, Joan F.

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:10:04 +0000

Joan F. Skinner 89 formerly of 1303 Stephens Dr. in Normal died Monday, December 13 in Mesa, AZ. There will be no funeral. Burial at Funks Grove Cemetery will be at a later date. Joan was born January 11, 1921 in Normal, daughter of Deloss and Sina Belle Read Funk. She married Cushman Skinner May 17, 1947 at Prairie Home in Shirley. He passed away February 2, 1998. Survivors include daughter Charlotte Manning of Mesa AZ, son Gary (Marianne) Skinner, grandchildren Angela and Debbie Skinner of Normal, sister Eloise Stephen of Santa Rose CA, Frances Wooledge of Cincinnati OH, niece Ann Wasammann of Cincinnati OH, nephew David Wooledge of Erie PA and numerous cousins and friends. Joan attended Ben Funk School Bloomington High School and graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University class ’43. Member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and received her 65 year pen. Growing up in Prairie Home, her love of antiques started at an early age – she was a lifelong member of the Funk Family. She especially enjoyed the Funk Stubblefield reunions in the summer. Working on the family farm fields detasseling during summer vacation was a chore all the Funk girls enjoyed. Joan was a lifetime member of Jesse Fell Questers in Normal and enjoyed many trips antiquing with lifelong friends. Volunteering was a way of life for mom. She was always doing something for someone else trying to make their lives better. Many years were spent at Brokaw Thrift-shop , Glenn Grade School and numerous committees at church. A lifelong member of Second Presbyterian Church she had her special pew over the years – she particularly enjoyed the bible study classes and the friendships over the years. Attending church camp at East Bay and Williams Bay were fond memories enjoyed by all the family. It was rumored that she started one of the first garage sales in the twin cities – even toward the end of her life garage sales were a big part of her life. Memorial gifts may be made to Second Presbyterian Church or Home Sweet Home Mission. Online condolences may also be sent to www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com

Camp, Elizabeth Ann

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:26:59 +0000

Elizabeth Ann Camp, 89, of Mesa, AZ passed away on December 13, 2010. Ms. Camp, a retired fashion coordinator was born in Menominee, MI. Prededed in death by her parents Edward and Elisha Kronka, brothers Edward and Robert Kronka, she is survived by her companion Ray Calamita, daughter Debra Jolley, four sons Robert B, Gregory, Jeffrey and William Camp as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in April 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley Phoenix, AZ.

White, Dorothy “Dollie”

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:25:50 +0000

Dorothy “Dollie” Jean White, 75 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on December 13, 2010. The visitation for Dollie will begin at 10:00 am with the funeral following at 11:00 am Friday December 17, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. Contributions may be made to Marantha (www. marantha.org).

Shotton, Ruth Rebecca

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:24:03 +0000

Ruth Rebecca Cook-Shotton, 90 of Tempe, Arizona died December 13th, 2010 at Friendship Village. She was born in Satanta, Kansas to Bessie Ellen Alexander-Cook and Arthur G Cook on July 23, 1920. Her childhood was spent primarily on a farm in Satanta, Kansas and she attended high school in Sublette, Kansas graduating in 1938. She married her high school sweetheart, Ronald J Shotton, on December 12, 1939. Ronald passed away on October 9, 2010 and she almost went to join him on what would have been their 71st wedding anniversary. Ruth at 36, joined her husband when they felt called to become missionaries. In the summer of 1963, Ronald and Ruth accepted their first call to the mission field in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. Ruth and her husband became administrators for La Buena Tierra, a ministerial training center. After mastering the Spanish language, she taught Piano and Christian Education to many students. Ruth coordinated mission work camps, for groups arriving from the United States. She had a heart for making sure that mission work was truly a hands on experience. They followed with assignments in Panama and Venezuela. Altogether they served almost 20 years in missionary work. Her grandchildren will remember her for making their favorite animal pancakes, homemade chicken noodle soup, playing the harmonica, pounding out Alexander’s Ragtime Band on the piano, cheating at card games to tease, and her quick witted sense of humor. She is preceded in death by her husband Ronald J Shotton, one child, Janelle Shotton, her grandson, Nathan Shotton, and three brothers, Maynard Cook, Russell Cook and Arthur Cook. She is survived by one brother, Paul Cook and two sisters, Emma Carroll and Marie Francis. Also surviving are her four children, Pamela Showell, Greenfield, IN, Dr. Rodney Shotton, Mesa, AZ, Susan Turner, Chandler, AZ and Phoebe Ash, Chandler, AZ , nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

MacMillan Stewart, Geraldine

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:20:53 +0000

Bob & Gerri 11/5/1955

Gerri MacMillan Stewart went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2010 at 9:33 am. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Gerri enjoyed a long happy marriage to Robert MacMillan for 44 years until he passed away in December of 1999. They had 2 children: Michelle Provost and Elgin MacMillan. For the last year she enjoyed marriage to Robert Stewart. They would have celebrated their 1st anniversary on December 30th. She was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church since 1994. Services will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ, the visitation for Gerri will begin at 9:00 am with the funeral following at 10:00 am. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Please click on the link below for a brief slideshow of MacMillan Family memories.

G. MacMillan

Sandoval, Elaine Pearl

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:19:37 +0000

Elaine Pearl Sandoval, 50 of Gilbert, Arizona passed away Friday December 17, 2010 in Gilbert, Az. Mrs. Sandoval, a Customer Service Rep., was born in Mesa, Arizona. She is survived by her husband Jose A. Sandoval Jr., daughter Alicia (Brian) Cole, step sons Dominic and Damien, Mother Lee Norman, sister Glenna Lee Miller, brothers Ron (Kim) Norman, Richard (Lorie) Ceal and grandchild Kassandra Sheehan. She was proceeded in death by her father Bob Norman, son Charlie, and grandparents Walter “B” and Minnie Warren. A funeral memorial service will be held Tuesday December 21, 2010 from 12:30 till 2 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main Mesa, Az. 85207. A reception will follow services at 2:30 at the Sandoval Home.

Sherwood, Lt. Col Terrence Lee

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:13:39 +0000

Lt. Col. Terrence Lee Sherwood, Ret., 66, of Gold Canyon passed away Friday, December 17, 2010. He was a loving husband and father to five. Services will be held at Central Christian Church, 933 N. Lidsey Rd., Mesa, on Wednesday, December 22, 2010 with a viewing at 9:30 am, service to follow at 10:00. He will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery of AZ after a 2:00 pm graveside committal service.

Savoie, Raymond Aime

dgardner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:10:11 +0000

Raymond Aime Savoie, 82, of Mesa, AZ passed away on December 18, 2010 with his loving wife Shirley and his family at his side. Ray was born in Saint Boniface, Manitoba, Canada on Oct 6^th. 1928 He was pre-deceased by his loving parents Louis and Simone Savoie, his 1^st wife Lorraine and his brother Roger. He will be sadly missed by Shirley, his wife of 18 years; his daughter Evelyne (Phil) Gaudet, Edmonton, Alta, Can; his sons Rennie (Sandra) and Greg (Bernadette), Winnipeg, Manitoba, Can; many grand children and great grand children. Also cherishing his memory are his brother; Aime (Ida); Guy (Lea); sisters Estelle (Tony) Possberg; Jacqueline and also many nephews and nieces. Raymond was educated at Provencher Collegiate School and Saint-Boniface College in Saint Boniface, Manitoba, Canada. In his early years, he joined the Canadian National Railway where he served as an engineer for many years, all the while holding down many part time jobs in order to provide for his growing family. Leaving the railroad, he became sales representative for AMF bowling products, covering the vast territory of all of Western Canada. He moved on to a position with Canada Cement Lafarge and enjoyed some success with this company when, in the early 1970’s, he was offered a managerial position with Western Gypsum, a wallboard manufacturing company. He quickly rose to the general sales manager’s position with responsibility for Western Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan & Alberta provinces. Upon his retirement in the early 1990`s, he moved to Mesa, AZ. He was very proficient at most everything that he undertook, He planned and built his home in Winnipeg on the outskirts of the city including a large indoor swimming pool. In Mesa, not to be denied, he quickly added to the park model along with an Arizona room, deck and Jacuzzi. Sports fascinated him as he quickly mastered the ones that he undertook. He was an exceptional hockey player, scouted by the pros in his junior playing days. Fishing and duck hunting were a passion; always appreciating the moments when he could get away to relax and enjoy these leisurely past times. He was more than just a good golfer, Shirley and he relished their time together on the links. In retirement, shuffleboard, darts, dancing and of course travelling in the motor home were activities that knew no bounds. He fully participated, was tireless and did not hesitate to serve in an executive capacity in various leagues and organizations. His organizational skills will be missed by many.

Gradoville, Eddith Mae

dgardner — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 19:47:34 +0000

Eddith Gradovile (88) passed away on December 7, 2010 in Mesa Arizona. Born in Aitkin, Minnesota, she lived in Arizona for the past 40 years. Preceded in death by her husband and son, she is survived by her daughter, Janice (Gradoville) Marcantel, three grandchildren Sara Mercantel, Lori Mercantel, Randi Taylor and 13 great-grandchildren. Mountain View Funeral Home handled arrangements. Services are scheduled for 2:00 Monday, December 13, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel.

Hodge, Elsie Evelyn

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:59:06 +0000

Elsie Evelyn Hodge, 90, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on December 6, 2010 following a brief illness. She was born on April 5, 1920 in South Bend, Indiana to Rene & Emma (Willie) Versmesse. On February 26, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana, she married Russell L. Hodge, who preceded her in death. They were married for 69 years. In 1973, with her late husband, she moved to Mesa, Arizona. Elsie was a loving wife, mother, homemaker and friend. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, brother Hank Versmesse, & great-grandson Robert Melton III. She is survived by her four children, Sue Ann (Fred) Carlson of Osceola, IN, Judy (Dennis) Manges of Mesa, AZ, James (Gwen) Hodge of Phoenix, AZ, and Roy (Teri) Hodge of Irving, TX, 8 grand-children, and 9 great-grandchildren. She also is survived by many nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law Lucy Hodge, & Joy (Frank) Huddleson. She was a member of the Postal Service Women’s Auxiliary in South Bend, Indiana, & a member of Velda Rose United Methodist Church, Mesa, AZ. Visitation will be take place at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa, Arizona on December 11, 2010 from 8:00 – 10:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elsie’s name to a charity of choice.

Swanson, Gordon Albin

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:56:17 +0000

Gordon Albin Swanson, 94 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on December 4, 2010. The memorial service for Mr. Swanson will be at 10:30 am Tuesday December 14, 2010 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 3257 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ 85213. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home (480-832-2850).

Grefe, Fred A.

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:54:48 +0000

Fred A. Grefe, 86 of Mesa, Arizona passed away Tuesday November 30, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. Services for Fred will be Monday Dember 6, 2010 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 807 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ 85203.

Delahanty, Sharon

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:42:54 +0000

Sharon Delahanty 65 of Mesa AZ passed away suddenly on November 23, 2010. She was born July 12, 1945 in Batavia, NY. She is survived by her beloved husband of 28 years Mark Delahanty of Mesa, AZ, a daughter Shelly (Carl) Bish of Batavia NY, son Brian (Karen) Lawton of Lawton OK, seven grandchildren Carl, Adele, Rachael and Landon Bish, Jessica, Candice and Brandon Lawton. Brothers Roger, Monte, Ed and Tom Porter and Sister Norma Heale. She moved to Arizona from Brockport, NY in 1999 after 27 years of employment at Eastman Kodak. She spent her first few years in Arizona as a Certified Nursing Asst. caring for the elderly at Springdale and Citadel Nursing homes. She loved travelling and gardening. The Christmas season was her favorite time of year because of her love for her family and friends. Friends and family may gather Tuesday November 30, 2010, beginning at 1 p.m. followed by a Funeral Service at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Mortuary and Cemetery 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ

Millikin, Michele M.

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:35:10 +0000

Michele (Davis – Groen) Milliken 51 passed away on November 28, 2010 in Chandler, Arizona. She was born Feb. 14, 1959 in Akron, Ohio and preceded in death by her husband, Gavin Milliken, parents Dolores M. and Roy Davis and brother Kevin Kaiser. She is survived by her sons William Groen II and Ethan Davis, grandchildren Rebekah Harmony and Nathaniel Wilke Groen, brothers and sisters Marge (Bob) Burza, Mark (Tena) Davis, Al (Denise) Douglas, Laura Davis (Susan), Kelly Reeverts, Lisa (Rick) Perez, Dolores (Bobby) Jones and numerous nieces and nephews, her chihuahuas Chiquita and Cheech and special friends April, Heather, LeAnn, Kim and Jenny. A visitation is scheduled for 1:30 pm Saturday, December 4, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St, Mesa 85207. Graveside service to follow at 2:30 p.m.

Dosdall, Delores “Dee”

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:30:08 +0000

Delores (Dee) Dosdall, 79 of Mesa, AZ passed away Saturday, November 27, 2010 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Dosdall, a former school teacher, was born in Glenwood, MN. She graduated from Moorhead State in MN and taught elementary school for 20 years before moving to Mesa, AZ with her family in 1977. After retiring from school teaching, she provided childcare and became known as “Mrs. Dee” to many. She was also an active member of the Minnesota Club for 20 years. Survivors include her husband of 56 years Merle Dosdall, daughter Debbie Saifi, sisters Sylvia (Moe) Trafas and Betty (Moe) Jelinski, brothers Arnold, Jay and Jim Moe, and grandchildren Abby Rose and Sam Saifi. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home (480-832-2850).

Marlar, James David “Buddy”

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:26:21 +0000

James David “Buddy” Marlar, 68 of Maricopa, AZ passed away Monday Novemebr 29, 2010 in Maricopa, AZ. Mr. Marlar, a retired crane operator, was born in Welty, OK. He loved being with his family, gardening and hunting treasures in the desert. Survivors include his wife of 44 years Pamela, daughter Cindy Chance of Casa Grande, sons Tony of Casa Grande, Todd of Stanfield, and David of Chandler, sisters Sandra Greenrock of OK and Della Efird of TX, brother Robert L. Sands of OR, 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The visitation for Buddy will be from 5-6:00 pm Friday December 3, 2010, the funeral service will follow at 6:00 pm, both services at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

Taylor, James David

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:23:42 +0000

James D. Taylor, age 66, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away November 27, 2010 after a courageous six year battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved husband of Patti, devoted father of Andrew Taylor (Karen) and step dad to Scott Gunnell (Carrie), Ryan Gunnell (Julie) and Brannon Gunnell (Amanda). Jim was step grandfather to seven with many nieces and nephews. He is the son of the late Milford and Jessie Taylor of Pittsburgh. PA. A 1967 graduate of Geneva College of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, Jim was a proud veteran of the US Marine Reserve and a retired Marketing Sales Development Specialist of Hallmark Cards, Inc. A memorial service will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, December 11. Visitation 4 – 5 PM, memorial service at 5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of the Valley would honor Jim.

Hull, Edith Roberta

dgardner — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:17:10 +0000

Edith Roberta Hull, 86 of Tempe, Arizona passed away Sunday December 5, 2010 in Chandler, Arizona. Interment will be at 10:00 am Thursday December 9, 2010 at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, Arizona 85207.

Koonce, Sophie

dgardner — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 17:18:45 +0000

Sophie Koonce passed away of pneumonia on November 26, 2010 at Hospice of the Valley. Sophie was born December 18, 1925 in Landshut Bavaria Germany and came to the United States via Australia, where she learned her English, always being asked if she was from England due to her heavy accent. As she and her former husband separated she was enlarging her vocabulary and music repertoire, living in Fort Wayne, IN, working as a nurse and as an accordionist, playing the cordavox at German supper clubs (Heidelberg, Rhinelander, Big Wheel and the Gerber Haus) in Fort Wayne and the surrounding areas. Moving toMesa, AZ in 1978, she continued with her music until her retirement, playing at HeinrickFelsen’sultra-supper club “The Felsen Haus” in Phoenix. She finished her career doing complimentary shows for many retirement homes in the valley. Sophie is survived by her husband Donald Ray Koonce (AZ), daughters, Gabriella Rousseau(AZ), Marianne Herlihy (WA), Rita Smith (IN), Sondra Powell (AZ), stepson Daniel A.Koonce(IN), son Leslie Gondos Jr. (CA), sisters, Elizabeth (Lisel)Scharf of Germany and Anne Scharf of France. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Private graveside services are to be held at 3:30 PM, December 10, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Sophie’s name to Hospice of the Valley (www.hov.org), 1510 East Flower St., Phoenix, Arizona, 85014.

Arellano, Viola Mary

dgardner — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:52:32 +0000

Viola Mary Arellano, 66 of Mesa, Az passed away Tuesday Nov. 23, 2010. Originally from New Mexico, she moved to Arizona in 1966 where she raised 7 children. She will be remembered for her zest in life and her unconditional love for her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and cherished forever. She was an amazing daughter, mother, grandma, and great-grandma. She is preceeded in death by her father, son, brother and husband. She is survived by her mother, 6 brothers, 2 sisters, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 17 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Thursday December 2, 2010 with viewing starting at 10:00 AM at St. George’s Catholic Church 300 E. 16th Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

Higginbottom, Katie Michelle

dgardner — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:47:37 +0000

Katie Michelle Higginbottom passed away November 17, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ, she was 29. Katie was born April 22, 1981 in Waterford, MI. Katie a resident of Chandler, AZ was a hairstylist & artist. She is survived by her loving family; parents Mark & Patricia, sister Ashley, brother Christopher, grandfather Richard Higginbottom and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Katies fun loving personality will be greatly missed by all. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday Dec. 3, 2010 at Central Christian Church 933 N. Lindsey Rd. Mesa,AZ 85213 with a luncheon to follow. The family suggests contributions be made in Katies name to Central Christian Church.

Richards, Julia C.

dgardner — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:32:01 +0000

Julia Catherine Richards nee Kolter 97 of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully November 19, 2010. Julia was born September 27, 1913 in Detroit, Michigan to John and Mary Kolter. Julia was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be missed dearly. She enjoyed walking, cooking, sewing and spending time with her family. She was married for 53 years and is preceded in death by husband Gerald W. Richards. She is survived by her sons, Gerald M. (Judy) Richards and James Richards, Granddaughter Roxanne (Ronald) Primeau and Great-Granddaughter Jennifer Primeau. Services for Mrs. Richards will be held at 2:00 PM Tues. November 23, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850.

Rutstein, Betty

dgardner — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:09:28 +0000

Betty Rutstein, 86, of Mesa, AZ passed away on November 17, 2010. She was born on Chicago, IL on May 28, 1924. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her. Betty fought dementia for a number of years. She is survived by her husband Sam, 3 children, John, Gail and Robert, her granddaughters Brianna and Christine, and great-grandchildren Helene and Spencer. Services for Betty will be Friday, November 26, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ, the visitation will begin at 1:00 pm followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm.

Ormsby, Geraldine

dgardner — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:08:26 +0000

Geraldine Ellen Ormsby passed away at her home Nov. 17, 2010 in Apache Junction, AZ she was 71. She was born June 14, 1939 in Warren, PA. Mrs. Ormsby is survived by her daughter Kathy (Frank) Mendoza, grandchildren Ashlie, Adam & Alliyah, brothers Dennis “D.D.”, Brian & Kevin. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years Dick her brother Bruce, father Paul Martin, stepfather Paul Hedstrom & mother Virginia Parks. A memorial service will be held Saturday Dec. 4, 2010 at 10:00 AM at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850.

Clifford, Ralph Melvin

dgardner — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:05:57 +0000

Ralph Melvin Clifford 87 passed away on November 21, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr. Clifford was born in Maywood, Illinois and worked 35 years as regional general supervisor for General Motors parts division and served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946. Preceded in death by his parents William J. and Grace Clifford, he is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy (Kmet) Clifford. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ handled arrangements. A private interment will take place at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona 23029 North Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85024

Brown, Linda Louise

dgardner — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:25:31 +0000

Linda Louise Brown 62 of Gilbert, AZ passed away on November 9, 2010 in Scottsdale, AZ. Linda worked as a Family Service Counselor at Mountain View Memorial Gardens for the past nineteen years and has touched many lives in her career. Survivors include her mother Arlene Blocher, brother Fred Blocher, her loving husband of 42 years, Karl Brown, two daughters Jamie Roessing and Jenn Villarreal, son in law Doug Roessing and her favorite little buddy grandson Preston Villarreal. Linda was a kind soul with many people who loved her. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and always doing things for others. She fought a courageous battle with dignity and grace. She will be so deeply missed. Services will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ on Sunday, November 21 at 1:00 PM. Flowers to be sent Saturday by 4 o’clock please.

Brown, Merle A.

dgardner — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:24:05 +0000

Merle A. Brown, 93 of Mesa, AZ passed away November 13, 2010. She was born in Anthem, WV. She is survived by her children: Ralph and Fanny Brown of Mesa, AZ and Betty and Pete Whaley of Concord, NC, her sister Louise and John Tait of Lexington, OH, sister-in-law Clarice Ann Lemasters of Pine Grove, WV, sister-in-law Betty Hudson of New Martinsville, WV, grandchildren: Cathy Allen of Mesa, AZ, Diane and Dave Palmer of Sistersville, WV, Cheryl and Paul McNutt of Scottsdale, AZ and Melissa and Jason Linker of Concord, NC, 13 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Merle was preceded in death by her husband Doyle Brown, her parents Harry and Margaret Anderson Hudson, her brothers Mitchell, Charles “Mutt”, Norman and Dale Hudson, and her sister Geraldine Hudson. Visitation for Merle will be from 5-6:00 pm Wednesday, November 17, 2010 followed by the funeral at 6:00 pm, both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ

Cox, Howard

dgardner — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 18:00:23 +0000

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Apache Wells Community Church, 2115 N. Gayridge Rd. Mesa. Howard joined his Lord on May 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; two children, Sandy (Chip) Thompson and Roger (Terry) Cox; two granddaughters and three great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Superstitions Kiwanis Foundation or Apache Wells Community Church-Community Action. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences by visiting www.mvfuneralhome.com

Bentley, Calvin Louis Jr.

dgardner — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:56:45 +0000

Calvin Louis Bentley Jr. of Maricopa, AZ was born November 24, 1938 in Covington, KY. He retired from the City of Tempe as a mechanic; he also worked for DHIA as a milk tester for 15 years. He is survived by his wife Linda, four sons: Jeff (Lori) of Fountain Hills, AZ, Duane (Terri) Tucson, AZ, Tim (Becca) of Heber, AZ and Mark (Traci) of Aztec, NM, 13 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 7 sisters. Services for Calvin will be Tuesday, November 9, 2010; the visitation will be from 1-2:00 pm followed by the funeral at 2:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ (480-832-2850).

Wood, Louette Carlisle

dgardner — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:54:06 +0000

Louette Edith Packard was born December 20, 1920 in Wilkinsburg, PA to Harold Arthur Packard and Julia Leet Packard, the third child of five children, two of whom still survive her, Lynn Benner of FL and Frances Langer of CA. Besides her two sisters, Louette is survived by her two sons, Kelvin and Robert, daughters-in-law, Millie and Lucy, grandchildren, Michael and Nicole, and great-granddaughter, Jasmine, all of whom live in Arizona. Louette joined her Lord Jesus on November 5, 2010. Donations in her memory may be made to Hospice of the Valley Dobson Home, 1188 N Dobson Rd., Chandler, AZ 85224 or Morning Apostolic Church, 3263 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85234.

Gutierrez, Ricardo Jr.

dgardner — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 18:05:25 +0000

Ricardo (Ricky) Gutierrez Jr., of Gilbert, AZ, passed away November 2, 2010. He was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 31, 1989. Ricky was a hard working, loving, family oriented young man whose world revolved around his 2 year old son and fiance. Ricky was ambitious, full of dreams and had hopes for a bright future. He had a love of baseball and lived his life by three words, Live, Love, Laugh. He is survived by his son, Jayden Gutierrez; fiance, Vanessa Peoples; parents, Julie A. Gutierrez, Ricardo & Rebecca Gutierrez,; brothers, Jon and Nicolas Gutierrez, Dominic Contreras; grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. There will be a visitation for Ricky 5:00-8:00pm Monday November 8, 2010 with the funeral 10:00 am Tuesday November 9, 2010, both services will be at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. In-lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been set up at Wells Fargo Bank account number #7657502121.

Elmer, Alice

dgardner — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:07:58 +0000

Mrs. Alice Ann Lauck Elmer age 70 of Mesa, AZ., passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 2, 2010 in the Banner Gardens Hospice House following an extended illness. Alice was born on November 15, 1939 in Mesa, AZ., the daughter of the late Thomas Woodrow Lauck and the late Emily Allene Jones Lauck. In her youth she attended several Mesa Public Schools and graduated from Mesa High in 1957. One of the highlights of her time at Mesa High was being a Rabbette. She raised seven children. They were the most important thing in her life. She never forgot a birthday and always made sure that all fifty-five members of her family knew she was thinking of them on their special day. She brought the gospel into the lives of her family by being the first to become a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What a great blessing she gave to her children and grandchildren. Alice is survived by two brothers, Rad (Dorthy) Lauck of Tuscumbia, AL., and Carl (Vicki) Lauck of Kingman, AZ. Seven Children, Debi (Terry) Wilson of San Tan Valley, AZ., Cindi (Doug) Shepherd of Las Vegas, NV., Mike (Terrie) Elmer of Serra Vista, AZ., Teresa (Wayne) Stradling of Mesa, AZ., Linnie (Luis) Soto of Buckeye, AZ., Kim Tryon of Mesa, AZ., and Jenny (Kirk) Reed of Gilbert, AZ. Twenty-Eight Grandchildren. Six Great Grandchildren. A viewing will be held on Thursday November 4, 2010 from 6 til 8 pm at the Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery located at 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services will be held on Friday November 5, 2010 at 10:00 am with a viewing 1 hour prior. Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences on line at www.mountainviewfuneralhomeandcemetery.com

Mayer, Alfred R.

dgardner — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 21:10:11 +0000

Alfred R. Mayer, 79 of Queen Valley, AZ, passed away on October 29, 2010. A memorial service will be held Tuesday Nov. 2, 2010 at 3:00PM at Victory Lutheran Church 5946 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85205 (480) 830-5024.

Helm, Irving Helge

dgardner — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 21:08:11 +0000

Irving Helge Helm, 87, of Peoria, AZ passed away Saturday, October 30, 2010 of natural causes. Irving was born on November 28, 1922 to Carl & Harriett Helm of Providence, Rhode Island. He attended schools in Rhode Island. He served in the United States Army (658th battalion) as an amphibious tank driver in the Pacific Theatres during the Second World War and was a decorated war veteran. After the war, he met and married Agnes Meredith in April, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan. Around the same time, Irv, a passionate automobile enthusiast and mechanic operated and owned a Texaco gas station and “Helm’s Garage” where he specialized in engine rebuilds. The couple was blessed with two children, a son Chuck, and a daughter Susan. Irv then began his career in the unionized tool and dye industry and was elected Shop Steward. In the early 60′s he and Agnes opened “Irv’s Cocktail Lounge” in Detroit. In 1971 they moved west to Mesa, AZ. He is survived by a son, Chuck (Lori) Helm of Waddell, AZ, daughter, Susan (Michael) Faulkner, granddaughters Jennifer Faulkner and Melissa (Shawn) Schwab, all of Wenatchee, WA, and a grandson, Erik (Christa) Helm of Chandler as well as three great-grandchildren, Makenna and Conner Schwab and Kylie Helm. He was preceded in death by his dear wife, Agnes, who passed away ten days before on October 20, 2010, his parents, and a brother, Fred Helm. Irv enjoyed visiting his many neighbors, and would go out of his way to always say “Hello” to people wherever he went. In addition, he lived for his sweet little “lap” dog, Tiger. Irv will be missed and the family is grateful to his many friends for the love and support they have provided. A visitation will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday November 3, 2010 with services following at 12:00 noon at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207 (480) 832-2850 www.mvfuneralhome.com. Family suggests contributions be made in Irving’s name to American Legion Post #26 505 W. 2nd Ave. Mesa, AZ 85210 where he was a lifetime member.

Montoya, Bernie J.

dgardner — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:59:51 +0000

Bernie J. Montoya, 92, peacefully passed away, Friday, October 22, 2010 at his home in Chandler, AZ. Bernie was born June 27, 1918. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lupe T. Montoya. He is survived by his sister, Josephine (Clorindo) Ortiz, and aunt Frances Castillo. He is also survived by his sons, Bernie Ray (Lorraine) Montoya, Ronald (Gina) Montoya; daughter, Theresa (Phil) Hylton; grandchildren, Rebecca (Brian) Bainter, Brian (Melanie) Montoya, Melissa (Tommy) Wong, Mark Montoya, Lindsey (Charles) Parker, Brandon (Allison) Montoya, Kate (Allan) Hylton Dyament, and Elizabeth Hylton; great-grandchildren, Emmerson and Avery Bainter, Lilyana Montoya, Remington Wong, and Baby Montoya. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Bernie proudly served in the US Army and was a WWII veteran. Bernie was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus and served as State Secretary. The family would like to thank Alary’s Home Healthcare, Banner Hospice, Doug and Margaret Hylton and the many friends Bernie made throughout his 92 years. There will be a visitation between 5:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ. The funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church, 2213 N. Lindsay Rd., Mesa, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Stroke Association, 2929 S. 48th St. Tempe, AZ 85282 or Desert Southwest Alzheimer’s Association, 1028 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006.

Beaulieu, Margaret Lucille “Lu”

dgardner — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:58:53 +0000

Margaret Lucille “Lu” Andrews Beaulieu 83, of Mesa, AZ, passed away October 24, 2010. Lu was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a multi-talented artist who shared her gifts as an inspired singer of opera and cherished hymns; as a painter of oil and watercolor landscapes; and as a needle worker with coveted knitted and crocheted hats, afghans, and Christmas card box holders. Lu was born in Hollywood, FL on April 5, 1927. She attended the Arizona State Teachers College/ASU, and graduated with a B.A. in Education on May 31, 1960. As a young woman, she appeared in leading roles in numerous ASU Lyric Opera and Phoenix Little Theater productions. She had a 20-year career as a teacher in academics, music and art in the Tempe Elementary and Balsz School Districts. After retirement, she opened the Lu’tique Art Store and Studio in the Arroyo Hermoso Shopping Center she and her husband, William “Bill” Andrew Beaulieu, developed in Apache Junction, AZ. There, she exhibited her artwork, and that of other artists, and taught guitar. She shared her joy for music and the Lord Jesus as the music director for the First United Methodist Church, and Desert Chapel Methodist Church. Lu was married for 58 years to Bill, who preceded her in death on September 15, 2005. She is survived by son John (Paula) Beaulieu, daughter Cynthia (Michael) Searcy, daughter Andrea Beaulieu, and daughter Roxane (Woody) Rogers, seven grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren, and one on the way. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207, 480-832-2850.

Farr, Grayce Mayre

dgardner — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:11:54 +0000

Grayce Mayre Farr, 65 of Mesa, Az. Passed away October 18, 2010 in Mesa. Mrs. Farr, a machinist was born in Philadelphia, Pa. Survivors include her husband Larry Farr, daughter Amber Fuhrer and son Jacques Farr.

Helm, Agnes Juan

dgardner — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:26:43 +0000

Agnes Juan (Meredith) Helm, 83, of Peoria, AZ passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2010 due to complications related to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder. Agnes was born on October 9, 1927 to Joseph and Ottilie (Fischer) Meredith in Pontiac, Michigan. She attended schools in Michigan and Florida and graduated high school at age 16. In April 1947, she married Irving Helm of Detroit, Michigan. The couple raised their two children in Michigan and, in 1971, moved west to Mesa, AZ. Agnes entered the real estate business and worked as a realtor, broker and manager for a number of companies in the Valley. She was known as “tough but honest” in her business relationships. Agnes was a high-spirited person who loved her family. She was passionate about reading mystery novels and watching crime shows on television, always, with her dog Tiger nestled on her lap. She is survived by her husband, Irving, of Peoria, AZ, a brother, Joe (Alice) Meredith of Cypress, TX, a son, Chuck (Lori) Helm of Waddell, a daughter, Susan (Michael) Faulkner, granddaughters Jennifer Faulkner and Melissa (Shawn) Schwab, all of Wenatchee, WA, and a grandson, Erik (Crista) Helm of Chandler as well as three great-grandchildren, Makenna and Conner Schwab and Kylie Helm. The family is grateful to her many friends and colleagues for the love and support they have provided. Agnes touched many lives who will miss her and be saddened by her passing. A visitation will be held at 12:00 noon Friday October 29, 2010 with services following at 1:00 PM at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207.

Roberts, Frederick

dgardner — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:12:14 +0000

Frederick Eugene Roberts passed away peacefully at his home on October 10, 2010 at the age of 77. Born in Upper Sandusky, Ohio on June 18, 1933. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and a wonderful friend. Frederick is survived by his loving wife Charolotte of 50 years. He has 3 children Sheila (Jessie) Cummins, Gina (Curtis) Byler, and Michael (Darla) Roberts and 8 grandchildren Kaila, Lanae, Tia, Colin, Matthew, Anthony, Brenden, and Calyssa. After high school and college, he served in the US Air Force. He later worked in business and retail. Services will be held 11:00 am Friday, October 15, 2010 at Mountain View Cemetery 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa AZ 85205.

Shotton, Ronald J.

dgardner — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:01:49 +0000

Ronald J. Shotton, 90 of Tempe, Arizona died October 9th, 2010 at Friendship Village. He was born in St. John, Kansas to Zella Fern Shotton and John T Shotton on August 26, 1920. His childhood was spent primarily on a farm in Satanta, Kansas and he attended high school in Sublette, Kansas graduating in 1938. He married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Rebecca Cook, on December 12, 1940. They celebrated 70 years of marriage in December. Ronald farmed in Kansas till the age of 36 when he felt called to become a missionary. He moved with his family and wife to Anderson, Indiana. He was ordained as a minister of the Church of God in 1960 and pastored two churches in Daleville, Indiana. He graduated with a BA degree from Anderson University in 1963. In the summer of 1963, Ronald and Ruth accepted their first call to the mission field in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. He went primarily as an agricultural engineer, teaching the people in the small villages surrounding Saltillo how to plant crops and farm them. He later became the administrator for La Buena Tierra, a ministerial training center. A common saying, as many have called and emailed, is “He was like a father to me.” Many of the young men and women training to be pastors, were blessed to have him in their lives. They followed with assignments in Panama and Venezuela. Altogether they served almost 20 years in missionary work. After retiring from his mission work, he served as a State Coordinator of Church of God pastors in Arizona. Throughout his life he was a godly faithful servant, who loved his family and others. His grandchildren will remember him as the one who taught them how to ride bikes, building tents in the house for them to sleep in, inviting them to Mexico and Panama for vacations and trips to the cabin in Pinetop. In later years, he was always a source of godly wisdom and support for his children and grandchildren. His warm heart touched everyone. He is survived by his wife, Ruth and four children, Pamela Showell, Greenfield, IN, Rodney Shotton, Mesa, AZ, Susan Turner, Chandler, AZ and Phoebe Ash, Chandler, AZ , nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters and two brothers, Mary Beth Baldini, MidVale, UT, Virginia Sawyer, Salt Lake City, UT, Betty Frye, Pampa, TX, John Shotton, Ponca City, OK, and Victor Shotton, Wilcox, AZ. Services are Sunday, October 17th at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, 7900 E. Apache Trail (Main Street), Mesa, AZ. Viewing will be at 2:00pm with a service at 3:00pm. Flowers or a gift to Hospice of the Valley may be given if desired.

Minich, Margaret Roop

dgardner — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:02:01 +0000

Margaret Roop Minich, 81, passed away on Saturday, September 18 in Eunice, LA. She was born April 1, 1929. She is survived by her four sons, Robert Beverly and Thomas Beverly of Mesa, AZ, James Minich of Eunice and Dennis Minich of Daisey, AR; five daughters, Penny Comeaux, Tonya Davis and Nanine Stempien all of Eunice; Connie Walker and Winona Sherwin both of Mesa, AZ; three sisters, Beverly Wright of Sandusky, OH, Alice Stiene and Sherryl Smith both of Mansfield, OH; 24 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. These are just some of the closest of the many important people Margaret touched, whom are feeling her loss so strongly. Margaret leaves behind huge family, special thanks to Penny Comeaux and Tony Davis (her daughters), for their wonderful, dedication to her caregiving for many years… Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Milton V. Roop and Vea J. Isabell; husband, Leslie Minich; brothers, Milton and Robert Roop; sister, Norma Hartley. Services will be held at Mountain View Memorial Gardens at 7600 E. Main St. in Mesa. Gravesite service will be at 3:00 pm, Monday, October 11, 2010; a potluck reception will follow immediately at the Walker Family Home, 3150 N. 78^th St. Mesa, AZ 85207.

Orr, Violet M.

dgardner — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:39:21 +0000

Violet M. Orr of Utica, NY passed away at her home in Mesa, AZ on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 after a two year battle with Multiple Myeloma. She was born on April 30^th 1952 and met her husband Dennis Orr when she was 12 years old. Violet and Dennis were married on March 18^th, 1972, and were blessed with 38 years together. Violet’s loves in life were her husband Dennis, her daughter Karey, her two grand daughters Ariana and Cienna, and her cats namely “the Pus” and “Butternut”. Violet will always be remembered for her ability to forgive, her practical jokes, her quick wit, and sense of humor. She has left us with a legacy of stories to tell. Survivors include: Dennis Orr (husband), Karey Bohmer (daughter) Dan Bohmer (son-in-law) Ariana Garza (granddaughter) Cienna Bohmer (granddaughter), Raymond Wiater (brother) Patrisha Wiater (sister-in-law), Roseanne Czternastek (sister), Gary Wiater (brother), Noreen Wiater (sister-in-law), Eric Wiater (brother) and Kathleen and Keith Sterling (sister and brother-in-law), Michelle Baker and Kay Blevins (her two best friends) and her beloved cats, Chompie, Sushi, Callie, and Smackers. Services were held on October 8^th at Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her name to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Tipton, Charles Lee

dgardner — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:38:17 +0000

Chester Lee Tipton, 82 of Scottsdale, AZ passed away Monday October 4, 2010 in Scottsdale, AZ. Mr. Tipton, a farmer, was born in Bernie, MO. Survivors include his wife Vivian Tipton, daughters Linda, Karen and Trina, son David, his 3 sisters, 3 brothers, 13 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter Beverly and sons Terry and Bob. There will be a visitation at 9:00 am Monday, October 11, 2010 followed by the funeral service at 11:00 am, both at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

Gouin, Yvette

dgardner — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:36:36 +0000

Yvette Gouin of Gilbert, AZ passed away Oct. 1, 2010 in Gilbert, AZ she was 92. Yvette was born Apr. 14, 1918 to Amedee Therrien and Marie Bissonette in Manchester, NH. Mrs. Gouin was a long time resident of Brooklyn, CT. She is survived by her daughter Denise Cote of Gilbert, AZ, sister Lucille Corentin of Manchester, CT, granddaughter Laurie Gardiner of Norwich, CT, Grandson Jeff Cote of Apache Junction, AZ, 7 great grandchildren and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years Antonio “Tony” Gouin, sister Gertrude Messier & brother Armand Therrien. She will be greatly missed.

Olson, Arleen M.

dgardner — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:33:31 +0000

Arleen (Ginger) Olson went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, September 21, 2010. She was born on July 4, 1922 in Mankato, Minnesota to J. Elmer and Lillian Nelson. She grew up and graduated from High School in Lake Crystal, Minnesota. After graduation she enrolled in a secretarial course at the Northwestern Bible Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota. There she met Irwin Olson a Seminary student. They were married on September 3, 1943. She served as her husband’s personal secretary during fifty-five years of his sixty-five year pastoral ministry. She is survived by her husband; a sister, Joan Salseth; a brother, John Nelson; five children: Sheryl and her husband, Larry Fox; Steve and his wife, Junia; Linda and her husband Jack Swank; Julie Compton; and Debra and her husband, Robert Craig; fifteen grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Angie Raper; a brother, Dean Nelson; and a brother-in law, Harold Salseth. She was the grand lady of her family. She will be missed. A memorial service will be held on October 29 at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Sunland Village East in Mesa, Arizona.

Hazen, Nancy Elsie

dgardner — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:03:30 +0000

Nancy Elsie Hazen, 71 of Mesa, AZ passed away September 26, 2010 in Mesa, AZ. Ms. Hazen, a tax accountant, was born in Cincinnati, OH. She is survived by her daughters, Libby Fariss and Dionna Reeb, sisters Helga Triftshouser and Evelyn Johnson, and grandchildren Austin Fariss and Savannah Fariss. Services will be at 10:00 am Monday October 4, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.

Holl, Kenneth J.

dgardner — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:01:03 +0000

Kenneth J. Holl, 78, of Apache Junction, AZ passed away Sunday, September 26, 2010 in Apache Junction, AZ. Mr. Holl, a locomotive engineer, was born in Cleveland, OH. Survivors include his wife Donna Holl. No services are currently scheduled.

Hanson, Donald Jr.

dgardner — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:00:02 +0000

Born January 17, 1945 Louisville, KY and left this world September 26, 2010 after a courageous fight against cancer. He was predeceased by his mother Dorothy Hanson. His survivors include his loving companion Mary; father and step-mother Donald and Eleanor; daughter Kristine and her husband Eric, son Paul and his wife Shari, including their mother former spouse Jan; grandchildren Andrew, Lauren, Macy, Mara and Jett; brothers Dale (Milisa), David (Phyllis), and Damon; sisters Diane (James) and DrewAnn (John). He received his bachelors degree from Oregon State University and his law degree from Loyola University Los Angeles. He was in private law practice in Southern California and was an honored Judge Pro Tem until he retired and moved to Arizona in 2005. He was active in the U.S. Army Reserve and retired as a Lt. Colonel. He volunteered his time in various areas, chiefly with The American Red Cross both in California and Arizona. He took great pleasure in spending time with various ham radio groups. Services are at 11:00 am Saturday October 2, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.