Richard Standage

Melvyn Richard Standage of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully at age 79 on May 30, 2024, surrounded by many loving family members. Born on December 4,1944, he was a man of integrity, quiet wisdom, extraordinary service and unwavering faith. He valued hard work and found solitude in his early morning walks and in the great outdoors.

He was deeply involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, serving his community in many capacities with dedication and selflessness. While serving a mission for the LDS Church in Chile, he met Edith Victoria (“Vickie”) Brito. They married in May 1966. They raised seven children and later served a mission together in the Central American Area Office in Guatemala. After 56 years of marriage, Vickie passed away in 2022. The following year Richard married Thelma Shupe.

Those who knew Richard will always remember his love for his family and for the Lord, serving both with compassion, careful attention and boundless energy. He had a profound impact on many lives, offering steady guidance, support and inspired counsel.

Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Vickie; his daughter, Laurie Amos; his parents Mel and Helen Standage; and his brother, Robert (“Bobby”). He leaves behind a remarkable legacy and will be dearly missed by his many friends and loving family, including his new bride Thelma Shupe Standage; his children John (Anna), Richard (Gayle), Paul (Tammy), Tina Bushman (John), Julie Turner (James) and Jeff (Tracy); son-in-law Brian Amos; his brothers Rod (Mitzi) and Kim (Maggie), and his sister Lori Painter (Rob). At the time of his passing Richard had 28 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 7 step-children, 16 step-grandchildren, and many other beloved family members and friends.

There will be a visitation Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 7, 2024, at 9:00am at the LDS chapel located at 1050 S. Hobson in Mesa, preceded by a brief visitation at 8:00am. Richard will be laid to rest at the Mesa City Cemetery.

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