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Terry S Hall, 72, of Mesa AZ, passed away 4-02-2021 of heart failure. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her hobbies included sewing, cooking, playing volleyball and a good laugh. She was married in the Mesa Temple and was married 42 years. She had a lifelong desire to serve the Lord and did so as a marvelous mother among other things.

She is survived by her husband, Jesse, with children Brad, Alan, Taci, Danae, Tiffany and 6 grandkids.

Her funeral services will be at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel also known as the Beverly Building on Tuesday April 13, 2021 located at 1054 W 2nd Pl Mesa, AZ 85201 She will then be interred at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

Sherril Allan Harmon of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at the age of 83. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Euleta Merrill and Darwin; and daughter, Xana.  He is survived by seven siblings: LaRue Reay, Thomas, Wayne, Mozelle Szymanski, Dean, Orlo and Joyce Livingston. He is also survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Irene Rose Denison Harmon; six children: Trudy Fjeldsted, Laurel Cronin, Pamela Nielson, Lanett Ho Ching, Corwin Harmon and Sherlene Harmon; 23 grandchildren and 43 great-grandchildren.

Sherril was born on September 6, 1937 to Leland Elroy Harmon and Lucile Houtz Harmon in Price, Utah, which was settled by his paternal great-grandparents (Horsley) in mid-1880.  At a young age, he participated in 4-H club and scouting, earning awards and merit badges and becoming an Eagle Scout.  Sherril learned to work hard at the family rabbit farm, distributed 150 newspapers by bicycle and rebuilt a Ford engine. He learned to play the piano and sang in school choirs, where he met his life-long sweetheart, Irene. He did well in school and earned a 4-year scholarship for college.

In June of 1959, Sherril received a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Utah.  A few days later, Sherril and Irene were married and sealed for eternity in the Manti, Utah LDS Temple.  Together they drove across the country to New York, where Sherril started a 3-year graduate program with General Electric.  As part of a rotation program, they moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, where Trudy was born in 1960.  Then, they moved to Schenectady, New York, where Laurel was born in 1962.

Upon completion of the graduate program, Sherril continued with GE, choosing a job in Phoenix, Arizona to be closer to family. Here, two more daughters were born — Pamela in 1964 and Lanett in 1966.   Sherril received a total of 12 patents for his computer work at GE.  A new opportunity, working for General Automation, brought the family to Tustin, California where Corwin was born in 1970.

Beginning in 1972, the family welcomed foster babies into their home for a total of 26 over the next ten years.  After Sherlene was born in 1976, the family moved to Mesa, Arizona where Sherril continued his career in computers at Motorola.  For a brief period, the family lived in Orem, Utah, where Sherril worked with a computer start-up company.  One foster baby with special needs, Xana, was adopted and sealed to the family in 1982 in the Provo, Utah LDS Temple.  Ultimately, the family settled back in Mesa, Arizona where Sherril retired from Motorola in 2001.

Sherril was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who dedicated his life to helping others and serving as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held many positions in scouting and earned the prestigious Silver Beaver Award for his service. Sherril served in various leadership positions in the church, including stake young men’s president, high councilor and bishop.  After retiring, Sherril served a mission at the Mesa Regional Family History Center, where he served over 12 years — first as a volunteer, then as a formal missionary and finally as director with his beloved wife, Irene.

This gentle, caring, wise and wonderful patriarch cherished his large family above all else.  Sherril will forever be remembered for his big smile, kind heart, sense of humor, ability to fix anything, patience, warm embrace and unconditional love.

A memorial service will be broadcast Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 10 am in Arizona (11 am in Utah).  https://byu.zoom.us/j/91202463881?pwd=R2NDeFFYYUxVNE1FWlZNMHdmV0JsZz09

Joanne Drescher Caudill was born July 21, 1924, in Spencer, Indiana, to Morgan L. and Ruby Hickam Drescher.  Her whole life was centered in the musical environment and heritage of her family.  She was preceded in death by two brothers, Morgan H. Drescher and John L. Drescher.  The family was involved in many phases of music performance, including string quartet, band, orchestra, and choral activities.  Following graduation from Indiana University with degrees in Music Education and Master of Music Majoring in Piano Performance, she traveled briefly as a pianist before settling into the academic life as a professor of piano at Oklahoma Baptist University and then Marshall University.  She was active in the Presbyterian Church throughout her life and continued serving as a performing pianist and chamber musician.  Retiring to Arizona with her husband, Kyle, in 1980, she remained active in musical activities both as a teacher and as a performer in various organizations.  Among her professional organizations were Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity, Music Teachers National Association, and Music Educators National Conference.   Her time in Arizona capped a successful career in teaching and performing what she loved.

Survivors include many cousins in Indiana.  She will be buried in the family plot in the Riverside Cemetery in Spencer, Indiana.  Joanne will be remembered fondly as a light to any life she touched.

Wade J. Peterson joined his eternal family on Friday, April 2, 2021.  He died of natural causes at his home in Phoenix, Arizona.  Wade was born October 6, 1944, in Rexburg, Idaho to Gordon and Mildred (Johnson) Peterson.

He was a life-long farmer and a US Navy veteran. He attended Antelope Union High School, Class of 1962, and Ricks College where he met Sandie, his wife of 51 years.

Wade was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many capacities including Bishop and the people of the Wellton Ward were truly part of his family. One of the highlights in Wade’s life was serving a mission for The Church in New York. He loved it!

He also loved living in the Wellton-Mohawk Valley and enjoyed attending any and all of the community events. He contributed as a leader in 4-H, Cub Scouts, and served for many years on the Wellton School board and the Wellton-Mohawk Irrigation and Drainage District board.

Wade is survived by his wife, Sandie, children, Bryce Wade Peterson (Andrea), Kira Jane Turner (Micah), brother, Layne G. Peterson (Sandy), sister, Liane Fuller (Alan), and sister, Lori Peterson.

Wade has seven grandchildren who were the light of his life: Ashley (Brigham), Jenna, Brooklyn, Kylie, Andrew, Abigail, and Isaac. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Ryan Kay Peterson.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021, 10:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8824 S Avenue 36 E, Wellton, Arizona.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 19, 2021, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, Arizona followed by private family interment at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

In lieu of flowers donations to St. Mary’s Food Bank or The Church of Jesus Christ Humanitarian Aid Fund are suggested.

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philanthropies.churchofjesuschrist.org/humanitarian-services

Joanne Crooks, 75 was reunited with her husband on March 31st 2021.  Joanne was born in Chicago Illinois on 08/01/1945. She moved to Mesa Arizona in 1975 where she worked as an accounting/office manager for many different companies over the course of her career as well as running her own real estate company.  She married Oren Crooks on 03/02/1979 and together blended a family of 5. Joanne and Oren worked together as well as traveled to many beautiful places over the years with friends and family.  Joanne was preceded in death by her beloved husband Oren Crooks, parents Helen and John Rizza and her brother Paul Rizza.  She will be deeply missed by her surviving family; twin daughters Denise Axelrod (Glen Axelrod) of Mesa Arizona, Melissa Moore (Luis Cochran) of Florence Arizona, as well as her 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  She will be laid to rest next to her husband in a private graveside service with the family at City of Mesa Cemetery.  

Albertina Clair Rux was called home Tuesday, March 30, 2021.  There to meet her were: her husband of 40 years, Michael Rux Sr., her parents, Mary Shell, Bob Shell, and Bert Jolley, her brother, Joseph Jolley, and her precious grandson Adrian Kerr.  Left to carry on the traditions are her children: Michael Rux Jr. (Jessica Rux), Jennifer Rice (James Rice) and Rachael Cota (Jacob Cota).  Her Legacy will continue through her 7 grandchildren Jennica and Ryker Rux, Madilyn Nickola, Austin Rice, Zaniyah, Zoey and Jacob Jr. Cota and her beloved companion Norman (Norm) Frei.

Tina was born Albertina Clair Jolley on April 1, 1957 at the Logan County hospital in Sterling, Colorado in the town closest to her family’s wheat farm.  Tina’s father, Bert Jolley passed away before she was born.  Mary Jolley moved with her four kids: Beth, Joe, Jeff, and Tina to Mesa, AZ in 1960 when Tina was just three years old.  Mary then met Bob Shell who had a daughter, Connie.  Bob and Mary married, blended families, and had two boys, Todd and Tyler.  Tina was a good swimmer at a young age and excelled at the butterfly stroke.

Tina was a proud grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, playing games and doing crafts.  She had a deep love for Jesus and enjoyed studying the bible. She was a kind, funny, strong, and outspoken person. She will be dearly missed, so, we will hold onto the very poem she herself wrote:

“Although death brings heartache hard to heal, love and memories no one can steal, In the still tender heart of me resides Christ with love, beauty, and my deepest cry.  Yearning for that day of redemption when I awaken like him and know as I am known.”

In honor of her strong love and relationship with Jesus, we remind all that knew her that she loves you all and has returned to the Father.

“To live is Christ to die is gain”

The family will be holding a visitation for Albertina Clair Jolley-Rux at Bunker’s Family Funeral – University Chapel, located at 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213, on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. with a celebration of her life to follow.

Bobby Lynn Porter, 88, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2021.  Bob was born January 12, 1933, to Roland and Mina Haws Porter in Escalante, Utah.  He was the seventh of eight children.  At the age of 5, they moved to the ranch where he first learned about hard work.  He attended elementary and high school in Escalante and had great relationships with his teachers and classmates, graduating in 1951.  Bob got his draft notice to the U.S. Army in 1952 and reported for basic training shortly after.  He was discharged in 1954 just in time for Christmas.  On November 22, 1955, he married Sandra Bailey in the St. George Temple for time and all eternity.  He attended and played basketball for Cedar City University and in 1959 graduated from the College of Southern Utah with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education.  He later went on to earn a master’s degree from Arizona State University.  He and Sandra moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1959 where he taught elementary school for 14 years.  Bob was a builder and skilled craftsman.  He built 5 of the homes they lived in over the years along with homes and cabinets for others all over the valley.  In 1973 Bob obtained his contractors license and operated Bob Porter Construction until starting up a cabinetry business, Sawmill Custom Cabinets, which he owned and operated until his retirement in 2003.  He and Sandra served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Honduras San Pedro Sula Mission in Belize from 2003 to 2004.  Bob and Sandra served in the Mesa Arizona Temple for 13 years.  Bob always had a project he was working on in the shop, a part of the yard he was tending to, or a piece of history he was learning about.  Bob was known and loved for his kind heart, service to others, and wonderful sense of humor. 

He is survived by his wife Sandra, children Teresa LeSueur (Darrel), Brent (Afton), and Travis (Alyssa), thirteen grandchildren, and nineteen great-grandchildren. 

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, four sisters, two daughters, and one grandson.

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 9, 2021, at the Edgewood Ward building, 4640 E. Holmes Ave, Mesa, with visitation at 9:00 am followed by a funeral service at 10:00 am. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, Arizona. Services will also be available through Zoom https://zoom.us/j/93431437098 or YouTube https://youtu.be/ZMIeOQexh0U for those wishing to join remotely. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Humanitarian Services: https://philanthropies.churchofjesuschrist.org/humanitarian-services

Vivian “Penny” Aarestad, 99, Mesa, AZ, formerly of Halstad, MN, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021, at home at Fountain of the Sun in Mesa, with family by her side and under the care of Hospice at Home of Arizona.

Vivian is preceded in death by her husband, Bennitt Aarestad. She is survived by her sons, Larry (Becky) Aarestad, Ogema, MN, and Randy (Sandi) Aarestad, Halstad, MN; daughter, Barbara (David Moewes) Aarestad, Mesa, AZ; 10 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

A complete obituary to follow.   Arrangements are pending for celebration of life gatherings at Fountain of the Sun in Mesa, AZ and Augustana Lutheran Church, rural Halstad, MN.

Arrangements with Fredrikson-Ganje Funeral Home, Ada & Halstad, Minnesota.  Please view our guestbook and share condolences online at www.fredriksonfh.com

Margaret Ruth Criswell, 73 Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona after a long illness. She was born in Mesa August 2^nd, 1947 to Winton and Beulah Langford. She was a life-long Mesa resident, graduating from Westwood High School.

She married Gary Criswell in the Mesa Temple in 1968. She enjoyed being a homemaker, cooking for her family and singing in the choir.

Margaret is survived by her 4 children, Jennifer Courter(Ken), Jason, Stephanie and Kimberly. She was preceded in death by her husband.

Delilah Shockman passed away on Wednesday night, March 24th, in Mesa, AZ.  Estle Stockton and Alice Martin, her parents, were married in 1943 and blessed with five children, David, Nedra, Delilah, Eliza, and Myron. Delilah was born in Orange, Texas, on September 18th of 1951, a happy and pleasant child. Estle, her father, passed away in the summer of 1958, and her mother moved the family to Mesa, AZ, in 1959.

She went to Westwood High School, where she met her sweetheart, and their love story began in an instant.  They were married in 1970, and her first child later that same year in October. Delilah attended MCC for a few semesters and did very well, earning an A in Organic Chemistry, but favoring Childhood Development, becoming a vital part of her life’s work with young children and individuals with disabilities.

Delilah worked for Motorola for a few years and continued to have children. When her last daughter was born, she became an entrepreneur, running a nursery at home. She loved children, her own, and every child that came into her home. After nearly ten years of running a nursery, Delilah began a new career at MARC Center in Mesa. She was a life coach as well as a friend to all those with whom she worked.  Delilah was known for her generosity, service, and endless patience with those around her. She was a teacher and found meaning and purpose in helping others learn and grow.

Delilah is preceded in death by her parents, Estle and Alice, her brother Dave and her sweet infant son, Gabriel. Delilah is survived by her husband of 50 years, Paul Shockman, her daughters, Pallas, Erika, Leae, Elissia, Dyana and her son Apollo; her siblings Nedra, Eliza, and Myron; grandchildren Michael, Leo, Hunter, Actias, Laura, Jordan, Chandler, Annie, Liam, Zander, Carter, Alex, and Ezri.

Funeral services will be held on April 5th, 2021, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1054 W 2nd Pl, Mesa, AZ. There will be a short viewing at 2 pm, the funeral service will follow at 3 pm, and the family and friends are invited to stay for a light dinner. She will be interred at the Mesa Cemetery on Tuesday at 2 pm.

Perry Oliver, beloved husband, father of 8, Grandfather of 26, and Great Grandfather of 12 peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father from his home in San Tan Valley on March 25, 2021.  Born June 7th, 1937 in Louisville Kentucky, Perry was raised in Lebanon Tennessee and then Springfield Illinois where he met his wife of over 63 years, Joyce Elaine Fryer.  In 1974 Perry and Joyce took their six children and migrated west to Mesa Arizona where their last two children were born.

Perry was a serial entrepreneur and founded several businesses over the past 50 years, as well as being a Facilities Director and Contract Engineer.  Perry served his country in both the Air and Army National Guards, a legacy reflected by his descendants to this day.

From Golden Glove competitions, being in the Civil Air Patrol, to singing in talent shows, Perry’s youth was eclectic.  A trait that followed him through life.  He played the trumpet in his high-school band and loved his harmonica.  Later in life he would take-up the bagpipe and was always, always whistling.  An Arizona history buff, Perry loved to visit historical sites, off-road in his beloved red jeep, pan for gold, and target shoot … all with his children.  Perry was an accomplished pilot, loved to fly, and dreamed of one day doing aerobatics in the Pitts S-1 biplane he was restoring.

In 1962 Perry joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  In 1964 Perry was sealed to his wife and then three sons in the Salt Lake Temple.  Though Perry served in three Bishoprics and various church organizations, his greatest love was serving as an ordinance worker in both the Mesa and Gilbert Temples.

Perry’s sense of humor and juvenile antics will be missed, but his eternal love for his family and his Savior is truly a source of comfort.

Ralph Dee Spilsbury, 79, of Mesa, AZ, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2021, surrounded by his family.  He was born on August 28, 1941, in Whittier, California, the only child of Ralph Spilsbury and Georgia Ann Hurley (Smith). He graduated from Mesa High and married his sweetheart, Janelle Ray, on March 27, 1964. His large family was everything to him.  He was the father of 8 children, grandpa to 32, and great grandpa to 8. Ralph was very active in FFA in high school and won many awards.  His love of animals and nature continued throughout his life.  Ralph was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints when he was 16 years old and served a mission in the Northwestern States Mission.  He received a Bachelors in Agricultural Science from ASU and a Masters and a PH.D in Agronomy from the U of A. He loved sharing his love of animals, plants, trees, gardening, soil, and fishing with anyone who would listen.  He enjoyed serving in various callings in the church but especially looked back on his years of being Bishop of Mesa 27^th Ward with great fondness. Ralph is survived by his children Laura Jepson (Rick), Susie Petkovsek, David (Patti), Jeremy (Julie), Holly Eddy, Greg (Chelsea), Megan Turnbull (Josh). He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Janelle, son Aaron Eric, and grandchildren Chad and Summer Petkovsek. There will be a viewing Wednesday, March 31^st, from 6-8pm at Bunker’s University Chapel (3529 E University Dr, Mesa). Services will be held Thursday, April 1^st, at 10am with a viewing prior at 9am at the LDS church building on Lindsay and Pueblo (920 S Lindsay Rd, Mesa). Here is the zoom link for those unable to attend in person. https://youtu.be/vAk3GaaHlak

James Wesley Hamberlin, age 75, passed away in his home, surrounded by family on Friday, March 19, 2021.

Jim was born on March 3, 1946, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Doyle C. Hamberlin and Olive L. Hefley.  In 1964, Jim graduated from Palo Verde High School, in Blythe, California where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Beverly Burnett in 1965. He is a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

After working 40 years in the flooring business, he retired allowing him to spend more time doing what he loved. His favorite past time included hunting, fishing, and gardening with the grandkids. He loved nothing more than being in the mountains with his family. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren unconditionally. He was considered to be the “World’s Best Papa.”  You would find him pushing a grandchild in the stroller or handing out popsicles.  You never passed him in his chair without getting a high five or knuckles. There was never anything he wouldn’t do for anyone, especially for his own family.  He will be sorely missed by so many who were a part of his life.

He was preceded in death by both parents, a stillborn son and his brother, Doyle A. Hamberlin.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Beverly, and his three children; Jim (Chrissy) Hamberlin, Forrest Hamberlin, & Courtney (Steve) Frost, 14 grandchildren; Kenzie (Todd) Riding, Marlee (Aaron) Rodriguez, Hunter Hamberlin, Wesley Frost, Jade (Dallas) Hawkins, Tyler Frost, Ridge Hamberlin, Dallin Frost, Denver Hamberlin, Easton Frost, Ryan Hamberlin, Braxton Frost, Xander Hamberlin, and Loa Hamberlin along with 3 great grandchildren, Ruby & Olive Riding, and Barrett Rodriguez, also his two brothers, Alan D. (Debbie) Hamberlin and Michael Hamberlin, all of which are from Mesa, Arizona, and step brother-in-law Royce (Joyce) Jackson of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Ruth Gunnell Strong passed away on March 15, 2021, in Mesa, Arizona. Ruth was born in Howell, Utah on August 15, 1928, to Charles and Myrtle Gunnell. She married Raymond Dean Strong, a USAF Fighter Pilot, on April 19, 1949, in Mesa. Raymond preceded her in death two years ago.

Ruth and Ray have four children:  Patricia Wilder, married to Tom Wilder, of Woodstock, Georgia; Michael, married to Katherine Clawson, of Mesa; Gregory, married to Ilene Calder, of Eagle Mountain, Utah; and, Karen Udall, married to Collin Udall, of Mesa. They have 19 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.

Both Ruth and Raymond are remembered as strong and faithful to the Lord, Jesus Christ, exemplified by their kindness and compassion to all. Ruth was a committed wife, mother, and grandmother welcoming family and friends to her home filled with warmth, good conversation, and plenty of good food and treats, mostly chocolate.

She made sure their home was appropriately decorated for the current season and holiday. Ruth was proper and well-mannered and taught her children how to act and behave according to the social circumstances they were in. She loved having family over for Sunday visits.

They served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Paris, Tennessee. And, served in the Mesa Temple for many, many years. She was very active in church callings and functions.

Ruth had a unique gift for playing the piano. Never taking many lessons, she was quietly accomplished and could play anything. Her fondest memories were accompanying the “Gunnell Brothers” (her brothers) at various events and gatherings.

She leaves a legacy of all things good.

Click the link below to join the funeral broadcast Wednesday, March 31, at 11:00 p.m. MST.

https://zoom.us/j/92374836521?pwd=UDA2WkMrQndTTTkzbUhCV2lrSzBkdz09

Passcode: 169297

If you are unable to make the broadcast a recording will be made available within a few hours at the following link:

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=11vNPBAnSlV31oZR6t3UbXU7lhpgANYQq“

Loretta Beers Smith 79, passed away March 20, 2021 in Mesa AZ, after several months of serious illness.

Loretta was born November 14, 1941 to Allan Leroy and Helen Beers in Inglewood California.

Loretta married Allen Smith in the Salt Lake City Temple September 1, 1961.

Together they raised 4 children Michael, Rodney, Cory and Karla.

Loretta loved the Lord and was a lifetime member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  She cherished her family and was a true example of compassion and strength.  Her faith was strong and she held steadfast to her beliefs through all the trials she endured.

Loretta is survived by her loving husband Allen, children Michael (Laura), Rodney, Cory (Sandy) and Karla Teeples (Darin),  12  grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, her siblings 3 brothers and 1 sister.  She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Alene.

Funeral services will be held Friday March 26th 2021 at 10:00 am.

Thayer Park Ward Building 2835 E Des Moines Mesa AZ 85213

Friends may come Thursday March 25th, 2021 from 6 – 8 pm

Bunker Garden Chapel 33 N Centennial Way Mesa AZ 85201

For those unable to attend please follow the link

https://youtu.be/W9IG0hzSiBI  for online services.

Interment, Mountain View Cemetery 7900 E Main Street Mesa AZ 85207.

www.bunkerfunerals.com

Tanner Max Brown entered into eternal life on March 19, 2021.  He was born on May 12, 1928 in Thatcher, Az.  Our beloved Father and Grandfather, Tanner is pre-deceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Carol, and is survived by his 5 children;  Layne(Ken), Paige(Scott), Tanner Jr.(Jeannie), Todd(Julie) and Quinn, along with 51 grandchildren including 33 ‘greats’ and 2 ‘great-greats’.

Tanner served in the Northern States Mission as Patriarch in Mesa Arizona Pueblo Stake and was a temple worker in the Mesa Arizona Temple for 22 years, as well as being known as the “singing bishop” in Tucson Second Ward for 9 years because of his beautiful tenor voice.

Our family patriarch was a kind, caring, gentle, loving man, who was very devoted to his family and will always be loved and cherished by many.   He will forever be remembered by his family as “Our Sweet Gift from Heaven on Earth” Dad and Grandpa.

Sadly, due to Covid no services will be held.