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Scott was born in Pima, AZ and enjoyed all the advantages that come from growing up in a small town. As a boy he spent many hours riding his bike all over town with his dog Roscoe. As he got older he developed a love of music and was 1^st trombone in the All-State Orchestra. In his graduating class of 29 students he did it all: senior class president, football player, and marching band. It was no secret that his Grandma Taylor and all his aunts loved and doted on him. It seems that being everyone’s favorite was a continuing theme in Scott’s life.

Scott had so many interests, hobbies, and responsibilities it’s no wonder he was able to find common ground with everyone he met. He loved anything that had to do with airplanes and was often giddy just driving to the airport. Travel was his passion and it seemed the more places he saw, the more places he wanted to go. Planning the trip was half the fun for him and he has instilled in each of his children a curiosity about all the places and people the world has to offer. His mission in Korea instilled in him a lifelong love for the Orient and he couldn’t seem to get enough of his Korean soap operas and K-Pop! Scott loved big cities, old movies, car shopping, and going to the mall on Christmas Eve just to watch all the frantic shoppers. He valued being well-groomed and we rarely saw a hair out of place, except of course when he was on the beach with a pepsi.

Scott was kind, humble, loyal, and genuine. He had a smile that radiated love. He always put others first and was never interested in flaunting his own successes and achievements. He listened intently and was always ready to extend love, encouragement, and support. He truly loved getting to know people on a personal level, which probably explains his hatred of social media. You always felt like the most important person in the room when you were with Scott. He spent his whole life serving in and outside the church, and found great joy in helping others draw closer to Jesus Christ.

More than anything Scott loved his family. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, husband, father, and Papa. He was always counting down the days until he could see his grandsons again.  In word and deed he let everyone in his family know they were loved, valued, and needed. We look forward to the day when we will be reunited again and know that he is close by cheering us on, just like he was while he was on this earth.

Scott is survived by his wife Joni, his daughter Stacie (Jesse), his sons Kevin and Ryan, and his grandsons Graham, Wes, and Lee.

A memorial service will be held a later date when it is safe and responsible to do so. Thank you to everyone who has offered love, support, prayers, and kindness during this difficult time.

Geraldine “Gerry” Lee McCuan (84), a native and lifelong resident of the valley passed away 12/22/2020 in her home with her family gathered near. She is survived by 4 children Meredith “Hank”, Blaine, Connie, Sam and her sister Sarah. Gerry’s rich posterity numbers 58 with children, grand, great, and great-great grandchildren.

Gerry, born 01/12/1936 in Lehi, Arizona, leaves this earth to be reunited with her husband Dennis, son Kevin, son in law Tom, parents Alvira (Higgins) and Robert Lee and siblings Dorothy, Rodney, Milton, Eldred, Larry, Larryce, Norman and Robert.

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Gerry saw everyone as a child of God. She was dedicated to her children and worked tirelessly and found great joy in providing for her family. Gerry walked with faith, always knowing God would provide for her needs and in return dedicated herself to serving faithfully in many church callings and various humanitarian services. She had a gift to express love unconditionally and put others before herself.

Memorial Services (no viewing) will be held Thursday, December 31^st @ 10:00am at the LDS Camelview Ward building, 3920 N 44^th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85018. A virtual ZOOM link will be available. Please PM or contact a family member for more information.

Russell Ben Mower passed away December 23, 2020, in Chandler, Arizona.

Russ came into the world on May 31, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the first child of Ben Earl and Marjorie Russell Mower.  He was very adventurous, curious, compassionate, mischievous, loved to joke and enjoyed a good laugh.  Those qualities carried with him throughout his life.

The family grew in Centerville, Utah, adding Nancy and George.  In the early 1950’s they moved to Sherman Oaks, California, where Susan joined them.  In late 1955 the family settled in Phoenix, Arizona, where they welcomed John and then Rob.

Russ achieved his Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts, his Duty to God award, and graduated from the Church’s youth seminary program.

He attended Arcadia High School and later Brigham Young University.  He served a work mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in northern Utah.

He joined the Navy as a Seabee and had two tours of duty to Vietnam working on military airstrip installation, and honorably discharged.

He spent several years working in Salt Lake City as a “Cabbie” (as some of his customers called him). He also worked for the USPS, at Hill Air Force Base.  As a pizza delivery guy, among other jobs in the community sector, he had many interesting encounters and opportunities for service.  He then returned to Arizona.  Russ lived with his Mom the last years of her life.  They helped each other.

Russ was very independent, an entrepreneur at heart, always looking for a good business deal.  He loved to read, swim, play racquetball, shoot baskets, was an expert snooker and pool player—a hobby he learned from his father.

When he as young, he saved his baby brother Rob from drowning in the family pool.

As a youth he was chasing his brother George and didn’t notice George had closed the living room Arcadia glass door.  Russ ran through it, looked down, and proudly shouted, “Look, not a scratch!”  A physician neighbor spent the better part of the evening stitching him back up.

Thanks to sister Nancy and husband Dave for all their service to Russ especially the last few years.  Brother George was very helpful.  Nephew Brian Jordan was also a kind friend.

Thanks to caregiver Victoria who encouraged and cared for Russ the last months of his life.  Appreciation to Hospice of the Valley for their services.

Russ understood the love his Heavenly Father had for him and the sacrifice the Savior made for him and us all.

He survived by his siblings, Nancy (Dave), AZ; George (Karen), AZ; Susan (David), UT; John (Pam), WA; and Rob (Denise), UT.  Has has 16 nieces and nephews, 39 great nieces and nephews, and counting.

There will be a graveside service with military rites in Lehi, Utah.

Russ, we love and honor you for being faithful until the end of your mortal journey.

Daniel Taylor, son of father Urshel Claude and mother Jaqueline Taylor died on December 18, 2020. He was born February 7, 1967 in Brigham City, Utah, where he graduated from Box Elder High School. He received a certificate in heating and air conditioning from a technical institute in Phoenix and was employed with various companies around Utah and Arizona for many years. He is survived by his mother, a brother Tony, two (2) nieces and a one (1) nephew: Page, Jimmy and Zoe, respectively. He was preceded in death by his brother Urshel Keith Taylor and his father Urshel Claude Taylor. Interment in Salt River Cemetery.

Orra Lundgren died on Monday, December 21, 2020, at home in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 97. He was in good health most all his life, and succumbed to complications following gall bladder surgery. Orra was surrounded by loving family members at the time of his passing. He is survived by his spouse June, all five AZ- based children ( Larry, Dale, Dean, Brian and Sharon), his 18 grandchildren and 54 great- grandchildren, plus 2 great- greats.

Born and raised in Great Falls, Montana, the son of Alfred August and Oline Lundgren, he was the last survivor of four children ( including Don, Margret, and  Alf).

After serving in the Army during WWII, he completed an LDS mission in Hawaii, and then married the love of his life, Billie June Leistiko, on July 25, 1950 in the Cardston, Alberta Temple. After the third son was born, the family moved to Phoenix, AZ where the large part of his adult life was spent.

Orra led an exemplary life, was active and engaged in his devotion to God, his country, his family, and all his many passions in life. Early on, Orra became interested in the Arts and opened a pottery business on E. Indian School Road, called ” The Clay Shop”. Aside from his love of the outdoors, camping, hunting, and fishing ( yes, Sharon always caught the biggest fish), Orra studied jewelry making, crafts, silversmithing, made wedding rings, lamps, his own archery equipment, learned hydroponics, and leatherwork. He also loved finding Indian ruins, and pottery, and he had a good relationship with White Bear Oswald Fredricks, the Chief’s son on the Hopi Reservation.

After graduating with a Master’s Degree in Art Education at ASU, he taught Arts and Crafts at West High and Scottsdale High Schools, painted back- drops for plays and made a fabulous villain as Pesky Pewter in a church melodrama. He loved acting and drama, and was known to dabble in the art of make-up, having stumped an entire church congregation to who “this Hillbilly couple” was. Orra was loved for his humor, his stories, his tricks, and often entertained at Scout Camp or church socials.

After retirement, Orra became more passionate about developing his talent in water color paintings and his home became an art museum. There were many things to like about Orra as a teacher, a mentor, and family man. I think Sharon described him best as she sent around a recent picture of him. She said ” My sweet Dad passed to the other side tonight. He had a sense of humor, and was loved by many. He taught us to work hard, have integrity, and was a great example of Christ-like service. I still can’t believe he made it to 97/” Happy Trails, Orra.

Viewing for friends & family Dec 27th from 5-7 pm at Bunkers, 33 N. Centennial, Mesa.

Services for Lundgren posterity the 28th at 10:30am at Maricopa Stake Center 1718 N. Date St., Mesa.

For those who would like to view the service, please join us at: https://zoom.us/j/91031076708p

Barbara Nell Anderson, of Apache Junction Arizona, went to be with her Heavenly Father on December 18, 2020 in Mesa Arizona.  She was born December 02, 1960 in Fort Hood Texas to Elvis and Shelia Dahl.  Barbara lived life to the fullest loving her two sons, her grandchildren, her family, and most of all the Lord Jesus Christ.  Painting was her long-time trade.  She loved listening to good music and singing with her amazing Angelic voice.

She is survived by her son James Anderson III and wife Elenore of Apache Junction Arizona, son Joseph Anderson of Apache Junction Arizona.  Grandchildren Audrey Anderson, James Anderson IV, and Kennedy Anderson.  Mother Shelia Dahl of Denton Texas.  Sister Julie Ruiz and husband Leanardo of Eugene Oregon, sister Evelyn Blackwell and husband Gerald of Mesa Arizona, brother Alfred Dahl and wife Janita of Glendale Arizona, brother Harold Dahl of Denton Texas, brother William Dahl of McKinney Texas, Sister Ellen Woolf and husband Micheal of Alto New Mexico.  Numerous nieces and nephews.

Barbara’s celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and close friends.

Jonathan LeRoy Ellsworth (Dad), 85, of Mesa, Arizona, passed on December 20, 2020.  He was born to William Ronald Ellsworth and Eugenia Winifred Guthrie on March 16, 1935, in Mesa, Arizona. Dad graduated from Farmington High School and received a degree in Soil Chemistry from Brigham Young University.  His careers reflected his passion for developing potential.  This was evident in his Idaho farm, Arizona real estate developments and in the love and inspiration he showered on those he served as a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

He married our mother, Cecelia Eileen Ellsworth in 1955.  Dad is survived by Mom, and seven (7) children, Bryan (Sherri Jones), Timothy (Jennifer Hilton), Daniel (Linda Jensen), Shawna (Michael Jones), Kathleen (Michael Munroe), Rebecca (Jason Hansen), Ronald (Audra Brown), and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He will join his parents and his beloved siblings Vaughn, Grant, Thelma, Winnifred, and Georgia for a blessed reunion on the other side of the veil this Christmas.

Dad loved Mom. He wanted only the best for her.  Nothing was as important to him as making her happy and being at her side.  In addition, he honored the role of father.  We will remember him as strong, gentle and patient.  He believed in us and taught us to look for the good in every person and situation.  He set an example of hard work and integrity as a pathway to success.   He had a delightful sense of humor and infectious laugh.  We loved to try to make him laugh until the tears ran down his cheeks, and he often obliged.

He loved the outdoors.  When he wasn’t working, he would try to slip away to lead scout hikes, camp with his family and spend time with his dearest fishing buddy, his brother Grant.  Even in their later years Grant and he would trek to Mexico for a chance to catch bass.

Dad was deeply spiritual and dedicated countless hours to church service.  In addition to the three (3) missions he served with our mom, he gave his heart and time to his ward family.  As a bishop he loved them deeply and cared for them as if they were his own.

Dad was a farmer, an entrepreneur, and real estate developer, but most of all he was a husband, father, and friend.  We will miss his smile, his relentless drive, his faith in our abilities and his quiet way of finding joy in the journey.

With all our love,

Johnny and Cecelia’s kids

A virtual memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. more information please see >>>>>>>>>> Facebook page.

** Please click this link to see the service live**    http://mywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org/gilbertarizonagreenfieldstake

Melvin Glenn Guthrie, of Gilbert, Veteran, Educator, and fourth generation resident of Arizona, died in Gilbert, Arizona on December 17, 2020 at the age of 95. He was born in Douglas, Arizona on June 5th, 1925, to Anna Elizabeth ( Dillman) and Loren Vaughn Guthrie Jr. Glenn was the second of four children who were raised, in their formative years by caring grandparents, aunts and uncles when their mother died in 1935. He attended schools in Higley, Paradise Valley, Elfrida and Mesa, graduating from MUHS in 1941. Quick to be grateful to friends, relatives, and mentors along the way, he honored his Guthrie and Dillman grandparents, many excellent teachers, scoutmasters, Willis Rollins and Elias Brimhall and MUHS Superintendent, Harvey Taylor. Treasured best friends were Max Killian and Wallace Sabin. Glenn was an early Eagle Scout. He enlisted in the US Navy in June, 1943 and served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga.

He met Wanda Knudsen in April 1945 while home on leave after his ship was badly damaged with a heavy loss of life while supporting the Marine invasion of Iwo Jima. Theirs was a beautiful, unique love story as they courted 21 days before he went back to the Navy. They wrote each other every day for six months. Wanda was the love of Glenn’s life, and they were married in the Mesa Arizona Temple on 15 November, 1945. After Glenn’s discharge from the Navy in 1946, he earned degrees from Arizona State College and ASU ( 1950, 1955, 1965.) After teaching (6th, 8th, 9th grades) ten years in Mesa schools, he served 18 years as principal at Alma School (2), Mesa Jr. High (8) and Poston Jr. High (8) retiring in 1982.

Always active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Glenn enjoyed his many assignments to work in boy scouting and other teen activities. He was a member of Mesa Baseline Rotary Club for 13 years. He worked for many years to further the work of Mesa United Way in its annual drive.

Glenn and Wanda had a high fidelity marriage. He always spoke of her as ” the biggest blessing in my life”. They are parents of six children: Anna Jean( deceased) (Royce West) of Gilbert, Catherine ( Dennis Vance) of Puyallup, WA, Marlene ( Robert Elliott)  of Gilbert, Steven of Gilbert, Dale ( Jo Ellen) of Gilbert, and Wayne ( Kathy) of Vernal, UT. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, wife Wanda, brother Loren, sister Eileen Black, and daughter Ann West. He is survived by five children, 31 grandchildren, 100 great- grandchildren, and his sister Charmaine Halverson of Bountiful, Utah.

Services will be held December 29, 2020 at the Greenfield Stake Center at 2740 S. Lindsay Road at 10:00 AM with a Family Visitation only, at 9:00 AM. Interment will be at the Mesa City Cemetery.

**To view the service that was previously recorded, please see the link below. This will be available on Wednesday, 12/30/2020**

YouTube Link (starting Wednesday):

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4ml2xC1znAExQtywQDj9w

Cecil Glenn Conrad, Jr., 64, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2020, at his home in Mesa, Arizona. A life-long resident of Mesa, Cecil was born on August 2, 1956 to Cecil G. Conrad and Mildred L. Getz, both of whom preceded him in death. In 2017, Cecil retired from the City of Phoenix, after 20 years, as a heavy equipment operator, a job he greatly enjoyed. Cecil spent his time doing many activities including camping and fishing at our local lakes, canoeing, and rebuilding vehicles of all types. He had a mischievous sense of humor (Holy cow!), a love for the outdoors, and a near constant twinkle in his bright, blue eyes.

Cecil is survived by his daughter Chantel Ramirez (George) and grandchildren Cindy and Rick, his sisters Virginia Stodghill (Frank), Glenda Patrick (Jerry), Pamela Williams, and brother William Conrad (Jayne). Cecil’s sister, Cecilia A. Conrad, also preceded him in death. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews.

As a remembrance, please consider making a donation, in Cecil’s name, to the Arizona Diabetes Foundation. Diabetes is ranked as the 6^th highest disease related cause of premature death in Arizona.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the family has chosen not to have a memorial service at this time.

Cecil’s memory will be forever kept alive in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Fernando Guerrero passed away Saturday December 12, 2020.  He was born August 29, 1929 to Pedro Warner Guerrero, and Rosaura Castro Guerrero in Mesa, Arizona.

He attended and graduated from Mesa High School, and Arizona State University.  He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and was stationed at the Panama Canal working counter-intelligence.

While attending ASU he met Lucille Campos.  They were married January 16, 1954 and shortly after settled in Mesa.  They were married for over 60 years until Lucy passed away in 2014.  They had three children, and the family spent much time together taking summer trips to San Diego, Yellowstone, and New York City.  They also spent many summer days at the family cabin in Pinetop. 

Fernando and Lucy had a large group of friends they enjoyed traveling with on many trips to Europe, the Far East and many ski trips to various resorts.

He was an avid gun collector and enjoyed his bird hunting trips with Dr. Richard Flynn, Hayden C. Hayden, Dave Workman, and Al Mendivil.

He was active in the sign industry throughout his business career.  He served as President of the Arizona Sign Association and was recently inducted into its Hall of Fame.  He retired as President of Guerrero-Lindsey Sign Company.

He was active in the community throughout his life as a member of the Mesa Jaycees, Mesa Baseline Rotary and the Mesa HoHoKams.  He served terms in each organization as President.

He was a fan of all Arizona State Sun Devil athletics, and never missed a game, holding season tickets to Football, Basketball and Baseball.

He was preceded in death by his wife Lucy, His mother and father Rosaura and Pedro, his siblings Adolfo, Pete, Maria Jaimes, and Kathy Bradley.  He is survived by his sister Herminia Stechnij, his three children Patricia Dircks (Chip), Fernando Guerrero Jr., Katherine Gruenewald (Warren), five grandchildren Jamie Smith (Brandon), Michael Guerrero (Adriana), Matthew Dircks (Krystal), Kaitlin Gruenewald (Logan), Garrett Gruenewald, and his four great grandchildren Kayla, Jayden and Adalyn Smith, and Remi Dircks. 

A Celebration of Life will be held in the future.                  

Marilyn June (Courtney) Jungman, born February 4, 1935, was called home to heaven Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born to Clarence and Edna Courtney in Ottumwa, Iowa. Marilyn met the love of her life, Chuck, in 1953 at the University of Iowa. They worked together at Jungman Oil and raised their three children in Van Meter, Iowa. They were married for 66 wonderful years and fell asleep each and every night holding hands.

Marilyn led a very happy, active life filled with family, friends and an abundance of hobbies such as painting, crafting, traveling the world and riding Harleys with her beloved husband. She had a great sense of style and loved to entertain. She was an avid lover of all sports and never missed a chance to watch her favorite team the Iowa Hawkeyes.

She was an incredible mother, daughter, sister and wife. Family was everything to her and she was everything to her family. She will forever be remembered for her kind heart, sense of humor, and words of wisdom.

She is survived by her husband Chuck, children Dr. Douglas Jungman (Donna) of Bradenton FL, Dennis Jungman (Ann) of Fairfield PA, Debra Decker of Mesa AZ, grandchildren Adam Jungman (Erin), Bridget Harry (Matthew), Elise Pfeifer (Drew), Megan Buhrman (Zach), Courtney Morrison (Richard), Catie Van Cura (Robb) and great-grandchildren Ellie, Tellulah, Bronson and Evie. Marilyn is also survived by many friends and family whom she adored. We find comfort in knowing she has been reunited with her parents and siblings in heaven.

Marilyn will be laid to rest in Van Meter, Iowa. A celebration of her life will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers we ask that you please cherish every day and hold the ones you love a little tighter in honor of Marilyn.

Frank Castellanos Ramirez was born July 5, 1995, in Chandler Regional Hospital, Chandler Arizona. He was raised in Gilbert and graduated from Gilbert High School.  From the age of four he began playing soccer and competed on various teams.  Growing up his friends recognized his love for church and soccer and called his family “chur-cers” because of their involvement in both.  Many times he left his friends early to get home in time for church.

He attended Chandler Gilbert Community College and studied auto mechanics. He continued his education at Mesa Community College studying Computer Information Systems before pursuing a business degree from Arizona State University.  He graduated with a Batchelor of Arts Business degree in the W.P. Carey School of Business, December of 2019.  In the Covid-19 shutdown recession gripped the nation.  Frankie sought employment to utilize his recent education and eventually was rewarded with a position as an investment broker with Merrill, a Bank of America company.

Frankie had a love for music.  He played the saxophone from the fifth through the twelfth grade and performed in the school’s marching bands.  His love for music expanded to the guitar and keyboard, but he eventually found his greatest passion in playing drums for the praise team at church.  He also used his vocal talents and sang on the praise team at LifeChurch, Gilbert, and joined Arizona Praise, a combined Christian choir from several churches in the metro Phoenix area for a year.  He was very active in his church and began mentoring young aspiring musicians who wanted to learn drums and other instruments. 

Frankie is survived by his father and mother, Victor and Lucia Ramirez; siblings: Antonio, Ricardo, Andrew, Victor Jr, and Victoria; and six nieces and nephews: Makinzee, Emily, Adalynn, Ty, Jaxx, and Crew. 

He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Chad Ronald Robinson was born February 20, 1955. He is the eldest son of Ronald and Ella Mae Robinson. He was born in Tacoma, Washington, where his dad was stationed during the Korean war.  Chad spent part of his childhood is Scottsdale and the remainder of his life living in Mesa.

Chad had a natural talent for doing mechanic work, building, welding, and modifying engines and car bodies to make them jump higher or go faster. For a living Chad worked as a car mechanic, sold auto parts (was part owner of a NAPA store), and at Garden Spot Mobile home park as manager/repair man.

Chad enjoyed traveling and had a lot of opportunities to travel and go fishing with his dad and brothers. When at home he was always willing to serve and help others in need. He shared his mechanic talents when asked and was willing to share his home with others in need. He served as a Boy Scout leader for the troop at his church.

Family was very important to Chad and he loved his parents and siblings. He is preceded in death by his mother, Ella Mae Thomas, father J. Ronald Robinson, brothers Randy and Daniel. He is survived by brothers Michael, Ted and sisters Jenny Burnham and Susan Birch.

Chad will be missed by his friends and family.

Patti Ann Mortensen Nielsen was born December 18, 1950 in Mesa, AZ. She was the first born child of Max Eldon Mortensen and Ileen Wilkins and loved being the oldest of seven children. Patti graduated from Mesa High in 1969, attended beauty school, and graduated Mesa Community College with an Associates Degree. She met her husband Larry William Nielsen at a wedding reception in Ridgecrest, CA and dated him long distance while she was living in Utah. They were married and sealed in the Mesa Arizona Temple on March 24th, 1978. They lived and raised their four daughters in Kern Valley, CA before moving to Thatcher, AZ in 1997.

After Larry passed on, Patti moved back to Mesa to be near friends and family.  Patti considered EVERYONE she met a friend and actively worked to find the good in all people. She would chat up her best friends and someone she just met at the neighboring table in the exact same way.

Patti passed on her lifelong love of learning to her children and grandchildren and taught them to ask questions and seek truth in all areas of their lives. Music was important to her and she made sure her family was surrounded by uplifting music that was not only beautiful but taught lessons on how to live a Christ-centered life.

Patti served in many different callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout her life. Some of her favorites included ministering as a ward missionary, librarian, and in the Primary. She always considered herself a missionary and shared gospel truths with everyone she met. She loved her Savior and sought to help others want to know Him because of the way she lived her life. We know she’ll continue that work in heaven.

She is mourned by her four daughters Joi (Jared Wilson), Karla (Paul Waite), Lisa Nielsen, and Juli (Daniel Crowder); her fourteen grandchildren Kaylee, Caiden, Gavin, and Rachelle Wilson; David (Michelle), Maleen, Radon, Emilee, Sarea, Rani, Miriam, and Stella Waite; Maizy and Shae Crowder; and her siblings Kerry (Tammy), Ron (Shirley), Jerry, Joey (Vanessa) Mortensen, Penny (John Sweigart), and Peggy (David Dargie). She was welcomed into the eternities by both her parents, her husband, and her brother Joey.

Bunker Funeral home in Mesa, AZ helped facilitate the graveside service held at Mesa City Cemetery Heritage Garden on December 10, 2020. A memorial service will be held at 11 am on December 26, 2020 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint Chapel at 2647 South Signal Butte Road, Mesa AZ. A virtual meeting link will be available for those unable to attend in person.

Lee, 92, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away on December 15, 2020 from complications related to COVID. He was born November 4, 1928, of humble beginnings in Oklahoma. In 1955, he married Nancy Skinner (Echave) of Bisbee, Arizona. They enjoyed 48 wonderful years of marriage together until her passing in 2003.

Lee is remembered by many for generosity, faithfulness and gentleness. He served in the U.S. Army for 30 years with tours of duty in the Korean War, Vietnam War, Japan, Europe and across the United States. He earned more than 16 service medals and decorations, including the Bronze Star. Honoring his deep family roots in Bisbee, Lee retired in Sierra Vista where he remained active in the local community.

He is survived by his three sons, Michael, Richard (Pete) and John Skinner, his daughters-in-law, Valerie, Rebecca (Becky) and Barbara Skinner, 8 grandchildren including Scott, whom he raised, 14 great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends. As the nucleus of our family, we hold Lee dear to our hearts.

Lee will be laid to rest at Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery. When conditions are more favorable, a celebration of Lee’s life will take place in Bisbee, Arizona.

Hill, Bill G. 87, passed away on December 12, 2020 at his home in Tempe, Arizona. He was born in Quinton, OK on January 10, 1933. He was the youngest of eight children born to Huey H. and Josie May Hill.

The family moved to Gilbert, Arizona in 1940. Bill went to school in Gilbert, that was where he met the love of his life, Mary Frances Payne. They were married on August 2, 1952. They shared 62 years beautiful years together. Mary Frances preceded Bill in death on January 14, 2015. Bill is survived by their four sons, Mark, Mike, Jerry, and Larry (Susan), as well as 13 Grandchildren, 4 Great- Grandchildren, also numerous nieces, and nephews.

Bill served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He retired from the Salt River Project in 1991. Funeral Services are being handled by Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona. A graveside service will be held at the City of Mesa Cemetery on Tuesday, December 12, 2020 at noon.