Charlleene Arrott McDaniel

Our sweet mom, Charlleene Arrott McDaniel, was reunited with her high school sweetheart on September 6, 2024, when she peacefully passed away at her home in Mesa, Arizona.

Born on June 9, 1934, in Alpine, Arizona, to Robert Welton and Myrl Tenney Arrott, Charlleene’s name became uniquely hers due to her father’s creative spelling on her birth certificate.

Charlleene graduated from Ysleta High School in El Paso, Texas, in 1952, where she met the love of her life, Ronald Joseph McDaniel. They married on September 5, 1953, and were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple. Together, they raised their family in El Paso before retiring to Mesa.

Charlleene was the essence of a devoted mother, teaching us about Christ, the value of hard work, the importance of being best friends with one another, and unconditional love. Her joyful spirit allowed her to always find the silver lining in any inconvenience. An avid bowler for many years, she often traveled with her daughters to tournaments, where, despite not bringing home trophies, cherished memories were made. Her six children were her greatest treasures. She poured her heart into creating matching dresses on her sewing machine, organizing short road trips, picking us up from school for lunch, and finding any excuse to spend time with her family. We always knew she loved us deeply and supported us unconditionally in every endeavor.

As a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Charlleene embraced the gospel of Jesus Christ in every aspect of her life. She served faithfully in numerous callings, worked in the temple, and ministered kindness to others.

In her later years, Charlleene proudly took on the title of “Mumphy” to her 31 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren. She never forgot a birthday, always sending a card—along with a dollar for each year of age for those under 25. Every grandchild believed they were “Mumphy’s favorite” because of the warmth and love she radiated, assuring them they were cherished no matter what. She was their safe place.

Charlleene was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother Bob Arrott, sister Judith Latham, and grandson Daniel Joseph Flores. She is survived by her children Ella (Brent) Romney, Charla McDaniel, Ronda (Norm) Hutchins, Lisa (Brad) Robalin, Ron (Shauna) McDaniel, and Cynthia (Mark) Bowers, along with her brother Reed Arrott, sister Colleen Carnahan, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Our family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care provided by Heart of the Healing Hospice—especially Cassidi and Trish.

A visitation will be held on Friday, September 13, 2024, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E University Dr., Mesa, AZ.

A graveside service will take place on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the beautiful mountains of Alpine, AZ.

Instead of flowers, we ask that you honor our mother’s memory by extending kindness to others, just as she would have wished.

Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.