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Karen Lynne (Litke) Hathaway, 58 of Mesa, AZ passed-away on April 28, 2020 from a long illness.

Karen was born in Hollywood, CA, living in the Southern CA area until age 9.  At which time her family moved to Merced, CA where she lived out the remainder of her youth.  During that time, she enjoyed being in Drama, FFA, cruising Main Street, and attending Saturday night dances at Buhach Hall with her sister and friends. She was part of a small theater group in Jamestown, CA where she really shined taking the stage and living out one her many dreams. Karen Moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1996 where she met the love of her life “Buddy” Ernest Hathaway.  She became a Farmers Insurance Agent running a successful office for several years.  They then moved to Mesa, AZ giving up her practice to become a stay at home mom to raise their children. 

Karen and her family joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and enjoyed being a part of the fellowship and making many new and good friends.

Karen became ill in 2003 but stayed strong hoping to obtain a kidney from a donor that last 3 years of her illness.

Karen was also a very, talented singer and sang with several local bands while she lived in Albuquerque, NM.  She enjoyed cooking and traveling with her husband and children all over the US and taking in all it had to offer.

Karen is preceded in death by her father, James Allen Litke, who passed September 22, 2017 in Sonora, CA.  She is survived by her Husband Buddy Hathaway, their three sons Benjamin Litke, Ernest Hathaway Jr., Dustin Reese, their two daughters Brittney (Hathaway) Martinez, and Brooke Marie Hathaway, and three grandchildren, Johnny Reese, Landon Martinez, and Luna Hathaway.  Her Mother Margaret Litke-Ortiz and only sister Darlene Litke-Floriano.

The family gathered for private graveside services at the Mariposa Memorial Gardens in Mesa, CA on May 2, 2020.

Due to COVID, there will be future plans for memorial services once it is safe for larger groups and her family and friends can join in to remember Karen.  One will be held on Arizona and the other in California.  These dates will be announced at that time.

Karen’s family is requesting in lieu of flowers, please donate to American Diabetes Association for further research enabling them to find better treatment for this disease.

James Knytych of Gilbert, Arizona; passed away July 27, 2020 at the age of 85.  He was born on July 17, 1935 to James G. Knytych and Mary Loyek in Chicago, Illinois.  He graduated from Calumet High School in Chicago in 1953.  James lived in Oak Lawn, Illinois until he was drafted into the army at the age of 18 following his twin brother Joseph.  After his service, he received an honorable discharge.  James then started his career working for AT&T/Mountain Bell, and retired from them in the 1980’s.  He would later work for and retire for SRP.

He met his first wife, Dorisjean in Chicago and they had two kids; Greg, their biological child, and Charlotte, whom they adopted as a baby.  The family moved to Arizona in 1967.

James later married his 2^nd wife Sandra, for 16 years and adopted her 4 children: Darla Knytych Riding (Dean), Rodney, Jeff and Mark Knytych (Dyana).

James was a very loving, compassionate, smart, successful, and humorous person, who presented a goofy persona at times.  He was loved and respected by anyone that knew him.  James was the adventurous type, who enjoyed the outdoors.  He also enjoyed reading and building a wide range of projects for his family and friends.

After retiring, he began his next adventure and purchased a 1972 Piper Cherokee plane, which he later refurbished.  He made several cross-country trips, including Alaska.  He loved to travel with his sister as a co-pilot on multiple trips.  He shared his love of flying with other family members, including his grandchildren. 

He is survived by his sister Rosalie Draper; Children: Greg, Darla, Rodney, Jeff and Mark; 20 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents (James and Mary), twin brother, Joseph and daughter, Charlotte.

A memorial service in his honor will be privately held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, or other offerings, please donate to a charitable organization of your choosing in his honor.

Benedict Humetewa of Phoenix, Arizona passed away at Arizona State Veterans Home on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

Ben, a member of the Hopi Tribe, was born in Moenkopi Village in 1928 to James and Grace Humetewa. After his mother’s passing, he was raised by Bryan and Lilly Gilbert. After High School, Ben enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served in the Korean Wars Battle of Chosin Reservoir (Chosin Few). Ben was honorably discharged in June 1952 as Sergeant.

After the military, Ben became a painter by trade and a skilled artist with landscapes being his specialty.

Ben is survived by his wife, Mary Alice, his four children, Keith, Kevin, Stephanie and Kim, 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Ben will be remembered for his kindness, caring and sense of humor.

Interment will be held at National Cemetery of Arizona.

David Jaimes Danelowitz, 45, passed away March 1, 2020 with his extended family by his side in Mesa, Arizona.
David was born July 29, 1974 in Mesa, Arizona to Mark X. Danelowitz and Marie Annette Jaimes.
The name David, which means beloved, was given to him by his mother and he was indeed loved by so many. David grew up in Gilbert, Arizona and attended Pima Community College in Tucson. He had a deep interest for history and WWII. He had many talents as a multidimensional artist and musician. He could play the guitar, piano and saxophone. David’s favorite job was at the Improv Comedy Shop where he could work alongside his Best Friend Dimitri Uhlik. It was a perfect fit for him since he had a great sense of humor himself and loved Comedy. He was also able to explore some of his artistic abilities and his love for music as an apprentice to his cousin Zarco Guerrero, who is a renowned cultural mask maker.

David was in good health until he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2002 at the age of 28. He then lived many good years with his Nana Mary before the disease advanced and he then moved into a care home in 2018. He lived with the uncertainty of a progressive disease, which left it difficult for him to maintain relationships with family and friends. He succumbed to the complicated illness after an 18 year battle. It is also noted that he passed on St. David’s Day, who was the patron saint of Wales.

David is preceded in death by his Father Mark X Danelowitz (Olga Danelowitz) and his Grandparents Rudolph Jaimes and Maria Teresa (Guerrero) Jaimes
David is survived by family members on both the Jaimes, Guerrero and Danelowitz side of his parentage. His mother, Marie Annette Jaimes, brother Mark S. Danelowitz (Stacey Danelowitz) sister Andrea Danelowitz, four nephews, Brandon, Damien, Dominick and Mark, and his niece Mila.
Dimitri Uhlik, his Best Friend of 30 years and his Earth Angel, Shelley Dayhoff who were also
beside David, along with many other family members during his final days, that the care facility referred to as “David’s Tribe”

They often say the good die young and in David’s case, this is so true. He left this Earth all too soon. He was talented and gifted in music and art. He was a beautiful and wonderful man with a captivating spirit. He was so very special in his interrupted life. Treasured and missed by all who were fortunate to really know him. As one of his nurses put it, “David is so easy to love.”

Valorie Candland Riggs, 77, was peacefully called home on Thursday, July 30th, 2020. She was surrounded by family in her home in Mesa, Arizona. Valorie was born on Jan. 7, 1943 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to Harold and Eva Candland.
Valorie was preceded in death by her late husband, Charl Riggs Sr. who passed away just two months earlier after celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. Her legacy will continue through her 9 children Charl (Sheli), Kimberly (Barry) Thomas, Marie (Clark) Fullmer, Duane (Colleen), Clayton (Kim), Don (Shanda), Ammon (Kim), Sterling (Linnea), Natalie (Brandon) Connolly, her 43 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Valorie was also preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Eva Candland. She is survived by her four remaining brothers Harold, John, Noel, Bill, and sister Eve Anderson.
She earned a bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in English from Brigham Young University where she met her husband Charl Riggs. They eventually moved to Mesa, Arizona where they lived in the same home raising their 9 children for the remaining 51 years.
Valorie formed a book club in 1973 where 9 participants met monthly until the last months of her life. She was active in the Reflections Singing Group and while a member of the Arizona Young Mothers Council was nominated as Young Mother of the Year for the State of Arizona.
She was a loving wife that was devoted to her family, and you would often find her attending one of her children/grandchildren’s events.
She was a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Throughout her life, she served in numerous capacities for the church including Stake Missionary, Stake Girls Camp Director, Ward Relief Society President, and Ward and Stake Young Women’s President. She later served a mission with her eternal companion, Charl Sr. in the Mexico, Monterey mission. She was a righteous loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother friend, who loved her Savior Jesus Christ by living his teachings throughout her life.
A Visitation will be held from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, Aug. 7th, 2020 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 (ALL ARE WELCOME to the Visitation). Due to current conditions, a private funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, Aug. 8th, 2020 (All are invited to view the funeral service virtually which will be streamed live at the following Zoom link.
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Arnold L Richards, 92, passed away peacefully in his home Monday morning, July 27, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother.  Arnold is survived by four sisters, his loving wife, Donna, two daughters, RaShell (Kurt) Rice and RaLyn (Matt) Heninger, six grandchildren, Kurt (Shirlene), Shaun (Annsley), Jami (Brandon), Chris (Hannah), Alexis (Tyler), Holly (Redden) and 10 great grandchildren.

Born March 23, 1928 in Oakley, Utah, Arnold spent his childhood days on horseback roaming the hills around his dad’s farm. After serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Western Canada, he proposed to his sweetheart and they were married in the Salt Lake Temple on September 10, 1954. Arnold graduated from Brigham Young University in elementary education and taught elementary school for 29 years. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening and serving in the Temple. He was a man of all trades and used his skills to serve all those around him. He served in the Provo Utah Temple for 20 years and the Mesa Arizona Temple for 22 years. Arnold was a Sealer in the Mesa Arizona Temple. He considered himself blessed to have the opportunity to serve the last night that the Mesa Temple was open. Arnold was loved by all and will be remembered as a kind, gentle, humble man who loved the Lord, his family and the Temple with all his heart.

Arnold will be laid to rest in the San Tan Memorial Gardens. His family would like to thank Jennie, Lisa, Wendy and Barb who served and cared for him during his final days with love and kindness.

Mary “Jonni” Judd, 84, returned to the side of her Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2020. After living a life full of service and love, she rejoined her eternal companion Floyd, sons Christopher and Jeffry, and daughters Dianna and Tara. She is survived by her children Troy and Christina, grandchildren Rachel, Christopher, Samuel, Celeste, Nathan, Chelsea, Diana, and Ben, as well as great-grandchildren Brielle, Dennis, and Caleb. She will be interred in the Mesa Cemetery in a private service. A virtual memorial will be available on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at https://jonnijuddmemories.weebly.com

Laura Marie Pyper, 52, passed away on July 25, 2020, following a seven-year battle with Liposarcoma. Laura was the oldest of four children and was born in September of  1967, to Raymond and Janet Young. She paved the way for her three younger siblings, Monica (Rob) , Brenda (Adam ), and Thomas (Ellen), while breaking all the rules and keeping her parents on their toes.

On May 5, 1988, Laura married her best friend and high school sweetheart, Kent Pyper. Their marriage was described by her children as Batman and Robin (Laura was Batman, of course). Their bond was a shining example of a loving marriage that withstood ups, downs, and everything in between. Kent and Laura were blessed with four beautiful children, who also broke all the rules and kept everyone on their toes: Marleigh  (Chris); Tayler ; Kent Pyper, Jr.; and Gage Pyper. Laura raised her children to enjoy life, push boundaries, and never settle. She was involved in every aspect of their lives and was a football fanatic, art admirer, music enthusiast, lacrosse maniac, marching band devotee, and mom to numerous fur babies.

Laura attended LDS business college in Salt Lake City and earned a paralegal degree. She worked as a paralegal and also helped Kent with his real estate and marketing businesses. Laura was an amazing decorator, marvelous at remodeling homes, and had an eye for design and color. Laura was a friend to everyone who met her and was known for lifting others’ spirits with her laugh and heartfelt compliments. She was recently asked why she gave compliments so generously, and she simply said, “I don’t have the energy to serve right now, but I can always give a compliment,” She could make everyone’s day brighter with just a few words.

Laura gave everything she had to her friends and family; sitting with babies in the middle of the night so moms could get a few more minutes of much-needed sleep; reading, laughing, and playing games with nieces and nephews with an endless amount of laughter; helping friends who needed someone to help take them from their lowest moments and bring them up again; and her influence and sacrifices were genuine and profound. She loved unconditionally and sincerely listened to anyone who needed to be heard.

Her happiest moments were with her family enjoying the beautiful lakes in Arizona or oceans in California. She was able to spend her last few weeks jet skiing and boating with her family. She fought her cancer for so long that she defied all of the doctors’ timelines. She is now able to rest and continue her compassion and charity on the other side of the veil.

Flowers may be sent to Bunker’s Garden Chapel located at 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

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Michael Neil Kelly, 59, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 24, 2020 in Chandler, AZ. He was born to Neil Kelly and Louise Williams in Safford, Arizona on April 19, 1961. Everyone who knew Mike loved him. He was a successful businessman, amazing father, incredible grandfather and friend to many. Known for his incredible work ethic, amazing sense of humor, and honesty and integrity, he leaves an incredible legacy.

Mike was preceded in death by Neil Kelly (father), Louise Mayhew (mother) and niece (Macy Kelly). He is survived by children: Whitney Gaither, Hunter Wilson (Ari), Murphy Addington (Craig), Sadie Kelly (Dusty), Tyler Kelly and Marlie Kelly. He will forever be loved by grandchildren: Brooklyn, Maddox, London, Berlin, Lincoln, Booker, Sloane, Beckham and Harper.

The viewing will be held on Thursday from 6-8pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona, 85201. Funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Friday, July 31, 2020 at 1550 N Val Vista Dr. Mesa, Arizona 85213 with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 9:00am.

Marion “May” Farnsworth passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2020.  May was born August 4, 1930 in Prestwick Scotland to Alexander and Margaret Guthrie. She lived in Scotland all her youth and into her twenties before a young American serviceman swept her off her feet and married her on April 9th of 1955. May met her husband to be on The Brig o’ Doon in Prestwick. Her husband Bob was on his way to a military assignment in London when his plane was unable to land due to fog. Consequently, Bob’s plane was diverted to Prestwick, Scotland. While there in Prestwick, Bob decided to do some sight-seeing and it was there he met his future wife on the famous bridge. May was always proud to become an American citizen and was equally proud of her  Scottish homeland and heritage.

May was a homemaker, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She had a great capacity to love and all that knew her, loved her. With her beautiful Scottish brogue, all that heard her speak were enthralled with the beauty of her accent and immediately drawn to her. May was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She served in many capacities throughout her life. She was instrumental in the organization of the first LDS primary in the Philippine Islands while Bob was stationed at Clark Air Force Base in the early 1960’s. May loved her family and was always willing to go beyond in helping in any way that she could.

May was a breast cancer survivor from the mid 1990’s and was grateful to be given the time that followed.

She is survived by her children; Alex, David and Anne, Julie and Doug Shade, 8 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

May’s passing is a tender mercy as Bob had only passed 5 1/2 days prior. She had battled Alzheimer’s disease the last 10 years. The family is grateful for the loving care that was provided to Bob and May the last 4 years by Fairbrook Assisted Living.

Visitation will be at 8:30 am with funeral services at 9:00 am on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the Maricopa Stake Center located at 611 N. Stewart in Mesa. Due to Covid-19, services are limited to family members. Interment will be at the Mesa City Cemetery at 10:30 am.

Bunker family mortuary handled the funeral arrangements.

Jacqueline “Jackie” Nielsen (Wood) Heap passed away on June 30, 2020 in Mesa, AZ, at the age of 88.  She was born in Dayton, ID on July 17, 1931, the oldest daughter of Jonathan (Jack) & Rhea Wood. They preceded her in death along with her brother Jim and her oldest daughter Denise.

She was raised in Idaho, and spent her early childhood living on a farm in Clifton, ID; she, then, spent her teenage years living on a ranch in Letha, ID.  It was in Idaho where she met the love of her life, Delbert Heap.  They were married in 1950 and spent 70 wonderful years together. They lived in Idaho for the first 7 years of marriage; first running a farm, and later owning and operating a small grocery store. During their time in Idaho, two daughters joined their family. In 1957, they moved to Mesa, AZ and this is where they welcomed 2 more daughters to their family.

From an early age, Jackie worked hard to become an accomplished pianist.  On the piano, she accompanied many choirs, vocal and instrumental soloists.  She loved to fill her home with beautiful music.  Her children grew up singing and dancing to the music from her piano.  She passed her talent on by teaching children through lessons, including several granddaughters.  In her youth, she learned to play the organ, accompanying the church congregation and the choir frequently throughout her life.  As an adult, she taught herself to play the accordion. For over 20 years, she directed the songs in Primary, encouraging the young children to sing; many of the children called her “the music lady”.

She was a hardworking lady with many talents.  She sewed clothes for her daughters, making many school dresses.  She was a wonderful cook. She canned fruit, made delicious jam, and almost always made her own bread.  She loved having a beautiful yard; she had a “green thumb” when it came to growing plants and flowers.  She worked alongside her husband in maintaining several apartment complexes they owned: cleaning, painting, tiling, and fixing drapes.  It was through this experience that she learned to re-upholster furniture.  In addition to assisting in the property maintenance, she did all the bookkeeping for their businesses.

As a life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she generously gave of her time and talents.  Serving in all aspects of music, Relief Society President, Primary President, Primary chorister, Primary teacher, as well as, ministering to many sisters in her ward.

She was well acquainted with her neighbors and dear friends.  They all knew they could rely on her for friendship and help in times of need.

Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are the jewels in her crown.  She was the happiest when she was with them, singing, playing, camping, storytelling, or just helping them.  She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend.  She is survived by her dear sweet husband, Delbert, her 3 daughters: Cindy Apple (Rick Apple), Carla Weaver (David Weaver), and Janeen Ashcroft; 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her 3 brothers: Bruce, Linden, and Terry.

She holds a special place in all our hearts and will be missed in so many ways.  Her memory and legacy will continue in the family she dearly loved and served.

Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the home of her granddaughter. Due to Covid-19 the funeral service will be for immediate family only.

Lorna Iris Moreno (84), of Mesa Arizona, passed away on July 13, 2020.  She was the daughter of Matthew Alexander and Sophia (Shusterman) Ashe and was preceded in death by her husband Paul Alejo Moreno (2015).

She is survived by her sister Ruth Berg and brother Edward (Nancy) Ashe; children from a previous marriage – Judy (Les) Turner, Amelia (Daniel) Loveland-Flora, and a son; grandchildren – Jason (Lydia) Turner and Joshua Turner; great grandchildren – Joel and Seth Turner (Jason and Lydia); and children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren from the Moreno family.

Lorna was born in Philadelphia, PA, graduated from Olney High School in Philadelphia, earned her Associates in Arts at Mohave Community College in Lake Havasu City, Bachelor of Arts in Education and Master of Education from Arizona State University, Mesa.  She retired after teaching Art & Reading for many years in Mesa, AZ.

Lorna was a life-long learner.  After retiring, she continued to engage her creative spirit in anything art related.  She loved doing arts & crafts, teaching art classes to other retirees, participating in poetry, writing memoirs, collecting stamps, and so much more.  She was an avid reader and loved to travel.  She also enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

We ask that you remember Lorna as she lived – celebrating with family and friends:  telling stories, laughing, and enjoying your favorite food and drink.  She will be missed by all who loved her.

Due to the COVID virus, there will be no funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to:

Sonoran Arts League – Scholarship Fund for Students.

https://www.sonoranartsleague.org/donate.php

*Those attending services to honor Norma will be required to wear a facemask and adhere to physical distancing guidelines at the mandate of the Governor and Mayor. Services can be viewed via live broadcast at the following link: Arnett Live Broadcast

Norma Perkins Arnett, a 94-year-old native of Arizona, passed away July 20, 2020. She was born in Chandler, AZ on December 7, 1925 to Jesse N. and Mabel S. Perkins. Her family moved to Mesa when she was 5 years old, where she attended Mesa Public Schools. She graduated from Mesa High School in 1944. Norma was an accomplished pianist and organist, having played piano in various dance bands throughout the valley for over 50 years. She also served many years in the LDS church as ward and stake organist.

She is survived by a son, Dennis (Karen), a daughter, Laurel (Darrell) and numerous grand, great, and great-great, grandchildren. Norma is also survived by a brother, Roy Perkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd “Bud” Arnett, a son, Craig, a daughter Susan and grandson’s Brandon Arnett and Matthew Ellsworth. Funeral services will be held at Bunker Funeral Home, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa AZ 85201 at 10:00 am. There will be a viewing one hour preceding the services. Interment will immediately follow at the Mesa City Cemetery.

Due to Covid-19 we are limited to 49 people which have already been counted with close family members. We are so sorry for the inconvenience. It will be livestreamed the day of the service for those of you that cannot attend.

Mary M Campos- Mesa Arizona

Mary M Campos age 81 of Mesa Arizona. Born June 7, 1939. Passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2020.
Mary was the youngest of 12 children, born to Mercedes, Sr. and Lorenza Martinez. Mary
Was born in Mesa, Arizona, never moved away, spent the rest of her life in Mesa.
She attended Mesa schools. Being the youngest, her brothers would tease her and call her Rosa, and
Because it made her angry and she would cry, that gave the older children more reasons to keep calling
Her Rosa, that name stuck with her and up to this day a lot of her relatives still called her Rosa.
She loved music, her sister-in-law who lived close to Mary’s parent’s home, tells that she could hear
Her playing her music all the time. Mary convinced her dad to allow her to buy a musical instrument.
She bought an accordion, took lessons and loved playing her accordion. She lost interest when she met
her boyfriend George Campos, they were soon married and they had two children Michael Campos and
George Campos, Jr.  She worked for the City of Mesa, until she retired. Enjoyed her life to the fullest, even thru her illness
She stayed positive and managed her life.  She is survived by her son Michael Campos, Sr., Grand Children Michael Campos, Jr., Brandy Campos,
Great Grand Children Carina Facio, Angel Facio, Elias Ortiz, Luis Ortiz, Athena Ortiz, Jesus (Chuy)
Rodriguez.  Brothers Paul Martinez, wife Roberta and Andrew Martinez, wife Margie. Many nieces
and nephews. She is gone, but will always live in our hearts.
Due to COVID-19 restriction, no funeral or church service will be planned.

Thomas was proceeded in death by his parents, his sister’s, Evelyn and Virginia and niece Cheryl. Thomas is survived by his loving wife Lois, his four children, Michael, Luanne, Marlin, and Amy, eleven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren.

The Faw family moved to Charlo, Montana where Thomas graduated from high school in 1956. He later joined the Navy from Spokane, Washington to gain an education in electronics which became his lifetime career. In December 1957 he met his future bride while on leave. Thomas married Lois Anderson on August 2, 1958. Their first home was in Alameda, California. He was then transferred to Miramar Naval Air Station to be an instructor in Airplane Technician Electronics. His last two years in the Navy were spent teaching Aviation Electronics, including Radar Systems on F8U fighter jets in San Diego, California. While there they started their family. Thomas was discharged in 1963. The family moved to Greeley, Colorado for a year, and their second child was born there. Thomas was employed by US West, which was the first telephone company! This move began a career in this field for 37 years. The Faw family moved to Helena, Montana for the next 20 years, where their last two children were born. Thomas and Lois moved to Tucson, Arizona where he then retired. 

Thomas cared deeply for his family, and spent his retirement traveling in a motor home visiting family and friends. Thomas loved life though and suffered 40 long years with a debilitating lung disease. His strong faith sustained him through his trials of life, with many family and friends by his side. 

Ronald Eugene Gibson , 62, of Mesa, AZ, passed away peacefully at banner desert hospital in Mesa, AZ, on July 10, 2020. Born October 1, 1957, in Memphis Tennessee to the late Melva and Richard Allen Gibson, he was one of 4 siblings, 2 late sisters, and a surviving brother, Donnie Gibson. He married Nancy Plumb in 1978 and prior to their divorce had 3 children, Rhonda , Ron Jr and Kelly. Ron was a hardworking father, he was a member of the civil air patrol/ ROTC and later, Air Force; and held various civilian jobs after his honorable discharge, including construction, caregiver in the state hospital, in home healthcare , security guard, and more. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Bunker funeral homes and he will be interred at Mesa cemetery. He is survived by his 3 children, mentioned above, and 7 grandchildren , Emily and EJ Cardullo, Lily, Amber and Howard Hall of Mesa, and Perrin and Corina Jones of Oregon. He was a beloved father and grandfather and is greatly missed.