Jared Stafford of Mesa, AZ passed away unexpectedly on March 24 ^th , 2023. Jared was only 39 years old. Our family is devastated and shocked by this loss. Jared was born November 1983, in Mesa, AZ to his surviving parents John and Deborah Stafford.

Jared is survived by his three siblings: Adam (his wife Julie and children: Krys, Dylan, Torey, Alex, Chloe and Addy), Jason and Anna (her husband Shaun and children: Addie and Sloan). Jared is also survived by his long-time girlfriend Carissa.

Jared also loved his dog and best friend Pakalolo very much. Paka has been his faithful companion since getting him as a puppy over 9 years ago. Jared's brother Jason will be adopting him.

Jared, our son, brother, friend, loved one, will be greatly missed. He was a ball of energy and a force to be reconned with, having a huge heart for the people he loved and a voice you could clearly hear across a crowded room. Some of Jared's favorite things were, Hawaii, bowling, juggling, camping, surfing, golfing with his dad & brothers, working for his friend Stephen's remodeling company, cooking, telling an inappropriate joke, having adventures, hiking Havasupai Falls, watching UFC, Church Man-Camp, beer, cuddling his dog, Thanksgiving, spending time with family, arguing his point of view, having a truck and last but not least Jesus who saved him.

A Memorial Service will be being held for Jared on Saturday, April 8 ^th at his church, Grace Covenant Church of Gilbert, AZ at 2 o'clock in the afternoon: 1255 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234 .