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Eugene Stanley Post passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Queen Creek, Arizona at the age of 94.

Eugene was born on May 21, 1930 in Great Falls, Montana to Harry Edward Post and Dorothy Viola Schuff.  He was the youngest of three with an older brother Jim and sister Faye.

After graduating from high school, he and his friend were enroute to California when they decided to stop at his friend’s family home in Milo, Idaho. While staying at the Bird’s home, Eugene was introduced to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by the Bird family and was baptized. There he met and married Shirley Janiel Jordan.

He joined the Army in 1951 serving in the Signal Corps. After being discharged, he worked as a security specialist at the Atomic Energy Commission on the Nuclear Transportation Unit.

Eugene and Shirley are the parents of Michael Eugene Post, Melvin Kim Post and Kelly Edwin Post. He is survived by his three children, five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

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On February 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., Lorene Harris peacefully entered into the rest of the lord. She was surrounded by her family and friends.

Lorene was born February 25, 1933, to Joe Newton and Fannie (Howard) Newton in Fort Towson, Oklahoma, and was the youngest of 6 siblings.

She was educated in Choctaw County, Oklahoma Public Schools in Hugo, Oklahoma. Lorene was a deeply devoted wife and mother. Her husband, James CC Harris, preceded her in death, December 24, 2001. Also, preceding her in death were her parents, Joe and Fannie Newton; 2 sisters, Arlene Newton and   Fayrene Sharp; 1 brother, James Newton and son-in- law, Will Davis ll.

A faithful, long-time member of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, Tullahassee, Oklahoma. Lorene also served as an Eastern Star during her younger years.

She leaves to cherish her memory: 3 daughters, Barbara Davis of Phoenix, AZ; Olia Brown of Yukon, OK., Donna McGill ( Husband Dezo) of San Tan Valley, AZ, 1 son- DJ Harris(Wife Ursula) of Phoenix, AZ; 1 Sister-Claudia Woods of Greenwood, MS. and 1 Brother-Sammy Newton (Wife Marie} of Mesa, AZ;  22 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Peter Joseph Lucas, 60, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona.

A proud Arizona native, Pete found joy in spending time with his three daughters, fishing in the White Mountains, and lending a helping hand to others. Known for his ability to fix anything, he was always ready to repair, build, or offer home maintenance advice to friends and family.

Pete dedicated 40 years to the appliance service industry, where he was respected for his expertise and commitment to supporting his team.

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 37 years, Georgina Lucas, and their daughters, Sara Kubiak, Jessica Sahr, and Andrea Lucas.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 28, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The American Heart Association, The Arizona Humane Society, or AZ Game and Fish in Pete’s memory.

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William Montgomery Frierson, 58, of Chandler, AZ, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on December 31, 1966, in Denison, TX, to the late William Frierson and Barbara Skipper.

A devoted father, William is survived by his daughter, Morgan, and his son, Will. He also leaves behind his brother, James; step-mother, Kathy; step-sister, Michelle; and step-brother, Mike.

William dedicated his career to surveying at the Gila River Indian Community, where he took great pride in his work. Outside of his profession, he found joy in watching motocross and spending time in the garage, always tinkering with something new.

He will be remembered for his hardworking nature, quiet humor, and the love he had for his family. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

The family is planning a celebration of life with a date and time to be announced soon.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arizona Humane Society are suggested.

A Go-Fund-Me has been set up to help support William’s family at https://gofund.me/03392969

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Neal Heber Jorgensen of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 98.  Neal was born June 16, 1926, in Weston, Idaho.  He was the only child of Heber Moroni Jorgensen and Maud Benson Barker Jorgensen.  Neal was raised on a farm and learned the value of hard work.  He attended school in Weston through his junior year in high school and then attended Ogden High School where he graduated in 1944. Neal was then drafted into the Army during WWII and served until 1946 in the Pacific.

After being discharged from the Army, Neal attended a photography trade school in Dallas, Texas, where he continued his love for photography.  He then served a mission to Denmark from 1948 to 1951, where he learned the Danish language fluently and used that gift to correspond with his Danish relatives throughout the years of his life.  Neal met his sweetheart, Gwenith Nish in 1954, and they were sealed in the Logan Utah Temple on July 21, 1955.  While in Utah they lived in Logan, Salt Lake City, and Kearns, and then moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1972.  Neal’s profession was working in photography specialties for Litton, General Instruments, and Motorola.  Neal was a life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served faithfully, many times as a ward or stake clerk.  He and Gwenith are the parents of four children, 19 grandchildren, and 34 great-grandchildren.  Neal was a wonderful example of love and service to his family and friends.

Neal is preceded in death by his parents, Heber and Maud Jorgensen, daughter Lisa Jorgensen Squires, and his wife, Gwenith.  Neal is survived by his children Kaylene Jones (Rondal), Brent Jorgensen, and Karen Millett (Douglas.)

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Reed Park Ward building, 1500 East 6th Avenue, Mesa, Arizona. Visitation will be at 9:00 am.   Interment will be at the Mesa City Cemetery.

If you are unable to attend the service, please click on the following link to livestream the service: https://zoom.us/j/92643370292

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Mary Evelyn (Dunn) Link, 82, passed away on February 3, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona. A generous, creative, patient, and dedicated mother, spouse, and friend, she will be missed by all who knew her from Arizona to Wisconsin, and many places in between.

Born March 25, 1942, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Evelyn was the middle child of three siblings including Hazel (b. 1937) and Milo (b. 1944). From her parents, Richard and Laura Dunn, she acquired a lifelong love of reading, a commitment to serve others, an abiding kindness and compassion, and a genuinely joyful spirit. She expressed her exceptional creativity through quilting and many other crafts and delighted in learning new things and then sharing her knowledge with others.

Evelyn graduated from Tempe Union High School in 1960 and earned a BS in office administration from Arizona State University in 1964. She served in the Air Force from 1964-1969, rising to the rank of captain. She held positions as administration officer for the Women’s Air Force (WAF) squadron at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas; WAF squadron commander at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi; and chief of base administration at Webb Air Force Base in Big Spring, Texas. She continued her work for the federal government as a taxpayer service representative, auditor, and group manager for the IRS, retiring in 2002.

Over the course of her life, Evelyn made many, many contributions to her community, including volunteering with the Milton East Elementary School PTA, leading troops as a Girl Scout leader, and organizing classes as the superintendent of Sunday school and vacation bible school at Faith United Methodist Church in Milton, Wisconsin.

She was also an active member of many quilt guilds. Her intricate, gorgeous fiber art pieces won awards in local and national shows, including the prestigious American Quilt Society show in Paducah, Kentucky. She was happiest in the presence of her quilting friends; attending classes and shows, visiting quilt shops, teaching new techniques, starting ambitious projects, and reveling in the community of strong, talented, supportive women – especially her sister Hazel.

In her retirement Evelyn traveled extensively, delighted in spending time with her grandchildren, made many beautiful quilts, and enjoyed summers at her second home in McFarland, Wisconsin.

She leaves behind her husband Ronald Link; brother Milo Dunn; children Gwendolyn Rice and Trudy Cone; grandchildren Ethan Quirk, Charles Rice, and Alyssa Hergert; and two great-grandchildren. Evelyn was predeceased by her parents Laura and Richard Dunn, and her sister Hazel Robinson.

A memorial service will be held on Evelyn’s birthday, March 25, at 10 am at Bunker Family Funerals Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, in Mesa, Arizona. As a survivor of breast cancer, Evelyn asked that in lieu of flowers, donations in her memory could be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. To contribute online, visit www.komen.org.

Proverbs 31:31 – Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

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Bill was born in Queens, New York to William and Eleanor (Phelps) Jagde. He later moved to Long Island where he attended Hicksville High School (Class of ’76). After high school, he ended up with a lifelong career in the electrical business, retiring from Independent Electric in Arizona in 2024. In the late 1990s, he developed a new passion for landscape photography. While he still had to keep his day job, the photography hobby allowed him to travel to many amazing places both home and abroad. He particularly enjoyed photographing national parks. In 2009, he left behind the snowy New York winters to begin a new life in sunny Arizona, and he enjoyed the beauty of his adopted state (although he remained loyal to his New York Yankees and New York Rangers).

Bill had two amazing children with his high school sweetheart Debbie – Brian and Jennifer who he loved and adored. When those children were well into adulthood, he did the parenting journey again when he met April and helped raise her son, Andrew, instilling in him a love of art, nature, music, and the world. He was thrilled to be a grandfather to Luke, Abby, and Kyllion.

Bill had almost 29 years of sobriety and spent many years as an active member of AA. It would be an understatement to call him a music addict. He had a broad taste in music, but he loved the Grateful Dead and jazz the most. This love of music led to many friendships with other music lovers, and he embraced the philosophy that everyone should practice being kind.

He and April resided in Mesa. They enjoyed the Desert Botanical Garden, concerts at the MIM, listening to Andrew learn to play Miles Davis on his trumpet, and Bill enjoyed being April’s built-in designated driver for her wine tastings in the Verde Valley. He also slowly converted to being an animal lover, bonding with the true boss of the household, Max the cat. While his mobility issues the last few years of his life hampered his physical abilities, his spirit remained strong and upbeat, living his life in the best way he could. He left this world way too soon and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by both parents. He is survived by his wife April Elliott, brother Stephen (Gwen) Jagde, sister Janice (Joe) Talento, son Brian (Jenna) Jagde, daughter Jennifer (Scott) Meyersburg, stepson Andrew Elliott, and grandchildren Luke, Abby, and Kyllion.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

“May the four winds blow you safely home.”

Robert Hunter

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Bradley Jacob Ziegler, 56 passed away peacefully on February 8^th, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.  Brad was born to Arthur (Jake) and Evelyn (Joyce) Ziegler in Phoenix, Arizona in 1968.

Brad was proceeded in death by his father, Arthur Jacob Ziegler, brother Bruce Wayne Ziegler, and sister Roxanne Ziegler Crum.

Brad was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son.  He led a very happy life filled with his family and friends.  Brad was a skilled hunting guide and a carpenter by trade.  He spent his life outdoors doing what he loved most, hunting, fishing, and rock hounding.  Brad was also a skilled gunsmith where he enjoyed building custom hunting rifles.

Brad is survived by his loving wife Codie Marie Ziegler, his mother Evelyn Joyce Ziegler, his siblings Robin Joy Campbell, Brian Dale Ziegler, Daniel Arthur Ziegler, and Dwight Cook Ziegler.

His legacy will be continued by his ten children/stepchildren: Sasha Ziegler, Westen Clay Ziegler (Shelby Ziegler), Raelie Ziegler Brown (Jordan Brown), Hunter Reed Ziegler, Maecie Ziegler, Baylie Ziegler, Brody Bradley Ziegler, Austin Roy Clark, Caleb Curtis Godwin and Hailey Breann Godwin.

He is also survived by his five grandchildren Jovi Rose Brown, Michael Crew Lucero, Braelynn Mae Lucero, Ryla Jade Brown, Evelyn (Evie) Wren Padilla

A Public Viewing will be held at 11:00am prior to the Funeral Service from 12:00-1:00pm with a luncheon to follow the committal service located at the LDS church building 1150 N Lindsay Rd Gilbert, AZ 85234.  (Family members please arrive at 10:00am for viewing and family prayer)

Grave Site Dedication and Burial will be located at the Mesa Cemetery 1212 N Center St Mesa, AZ 85201

The family would like to thank everyone for their continued love and support during this time. Brad was a friend to all, and we will miss the joy and laughter that blessed those who knew him.

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Lorna (Allred) Clifford, age 87 passed away peacefully in her assisted living care facility in Mesa, AZ in the early morning of February 5, 2025.

She was born to Stan and Callie Allred in Thatcher, AZ in 1937. Lorna lead a very happy active life filled with family, grandchildren, friends, neighbors, and church members.

Lorna was a talented fine artist who painted Southwest landscapes, Pueblo’s and old church missions. She developed these creative talents as an outlet for her wonderful imagination. She was an accomplished seamstress, always sewing clothes and dresses for her and her children.  She taught herself cake decorating and created beautiful roses and flowers on cakes that were absolutely stunning as well as delicious. She also loved practical jokes and had a great sense of humor.

Lorna was born deaf as a result of her mother having German measles when she was pregnant with her. Lorna went to school in Tucson at the Arizona School for the deaf and blind. It was a boarding school and she lived there nine months out of the year and came home in the summer months. Lorna made lifelong friends with the students there, she loved school and her sweet friends.

Lorna married her eternal sweetheart Ralph Clifford in 1955 and honeymoon in California and went to a brand new amusement park called Disneyland. Years later, they were sealed for all time and eternity in August 1968 in the Salt Lake Temple. Ralph and Lorna were married for 65 years. They were blessed with three children, Jeffrey, Lorna Kay and Kristin.

Lorna was preceded in death by her husband Ralph, her parents, Stan and Callie Allred. Her sisters, Peggy, Shirley and Rhonda. And her son-in-law Richard Palmer.

Lorna is survived by her children, Jeff (Carolyn), Lorna Kay (James), Kristin (Former son-in-law, Richard Clutter). Lorna and Ralph had 11 grandsons and 21 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Vera Long and her brother Val Allred. She will be dearly missed by all.

Funeral services will be held Friday, February 14, 2025, with a viewing at 9 AM. Her funeral will start at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Grandview Ward, located at 1221 W. Howe St., Tempe, AZ 85281.(Major crossroads are Priest and Broadway). ASL interpreting services will be provided for the hearing impaired.

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JOHN E. GUSTAFSON JR.

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John Emil Gustafson Jr., 84, passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2025 in Gilbert, Arizona. He was born October 19, 1940 in Omaha, Nebraska.

He attended Benson High School and graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha with a degree in civil engineering. He later moved to Kansas City, Missouri where he raised his family, and then retired in Mesa, Arizona after 30+ years in highway construction.

 John enjoyed swimming, golfing, fishing, sailing and playing cards. He had a tremendous love for golden retrievers and was also an avid Nebraska Cornhusker and Kansas City Chiefs fan. He was a loving, loyal husband and father.

He was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at age 63. His conversion story touched the lives of an entire community. He served a family history mission and worked at the Bishop’s Storehouse.

He struggled with a variety of medical issues for many years and his family is grateful for his example of strength and endurance to stay with his family for as long as he did.

John is survived by his wife Judy, his children Jennifer Bergeson, Heather Hill (Tim), Julie Gustafson, April Corey, and 9 grandchildren.

A   Visitation will be held Friday, February 21^st, 2025, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 3920 E Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85205

Flowers can be sent to the care of Bunker’s University Chapel at 3529 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213 on Thursday 2/20 in the afternoon or Friday 2/21 in the morning.

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Troy and Elsie Garlock–Together Always

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Troy and Elsie Garlock on February 3, 2025, a devoted father and daughter whose lives were defined by love, faith, and family.

Troy Michael Garlock was born on March 5, 1982, in Mesa, Arizona, to Mike and Debbie Garlock. He grew up in Mesa and was full of life and energy. Troy was a talented athlete who participated in numerous sports, including skateboarding, wakeboarding, snowboarding, baseball, gymnastics, football, and basketball. He fiercely loved his family, especially his wife, Julie, with whom he built a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion.

Troy attended Mesa High School, where he excelled in basketball. His passion for the game inspired him to coach multiple teams, but his greatest joy was passing that love on to his daughter, Hannah, whom he cherished watching as she grew into an outstanding high school player. He graduated from high school in 2000 and then served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lansing, Michigan. His testimony of his Savior grew during this time, and he deeply loved the people he served.

After returning home, Troy married and had four children: Parker, Abigail, Hannah, and Jane. He talked about them to everyone and loved them with all his heart. Later, he met Julie, the love of his life, and they were married in October 2014. Julie had three daughters—Mallory, Lilly, and Claire—and together, Troy and Julie welcomed Elsie and Mabel, bringing their family to nine beautiful children.

Troy had a deep and abiding faith in the atonement of Jesus Christ which helped him overcome many earthly trials. Because of his love of the Savior, he had a strong desire to serve everyone around him. He served in many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a strong testimony of the gospel, Jesus Christ, and the plan of salvation. He had great faith and was a wonderful teacher and speaker, always eager to share his beliefs with those around him.

Recently, Troy and Julie felt called to move their family to a plot of land in Show Low, Arizona, where Garlock Farm was born. They began gathering animals—goats, chickens, dogs, bunnies, and a horse—creating a home filled with adventure and love. Elsie adored farm life and her animals, finding joy in every moment.

Elsie Mae Garlock was born on July 22, 2016, and in her short life, she accomplished so much. She was an avid dancer, winning many awards in dance competitions. She loved to sing, create art projects, and be the best friend, sister, and daughter anyone could ask for. She lit up every room she entered with her bright spirit and had an unwavering faith in Christ. Her love for Him was evident in her prayers, where she spoke to Him from her heart and soul.

Troy and Elsie are survived by their loving wife and mother, Julie, and eight beloved children and siblings: Parker, Mallory, Abigail, Hannah, Lilly, Jane, Claire, and Mabel. Troy is also survived by his parents, Mike and Debbie Garlock, and his four siblings: Kasey (Rocky), Drew (Tiffany), Shawna (Jared), and Eric (Chelsea), along with many beloved nieces and nephews—cousins to Elsie—who will forever cherish their memories.

Together, Troy and Elsie created a beautiful legacy—one of love, resilience, faith, and family. Their devotion to each other and those around them was evident in all they did, serving as an inspiration to their loved ones and community.

There will be a visitation for Troy and Elsie on Friday Feb 14, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm. Service will be on Feb 15, 2025 at 9:00am. Both will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 1865 S. Higley Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85295

For those unable to attend on Saturday, the service will be live-streamed by following this link: https://www.stvn.org/garlock

Donations to support Julie can be made at:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-garlock-family-after-tragic-loss?qid=fb7ad28e9200f186817e2a32d88971a1

Venmo @Julie-Garlock

May they rest in peace, together forever. FOREVER Loved!

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“Peppermint Patty”
February 13, 1933 – February 3, 2025

Patricia Ann Lockwood, lovingly known as “Peppermint Patty,” passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona, just days before her 92nd birthday. She was born on February 13, 1933, in Norwood, Ohio, and lived a life full of adventure, love, and unwavering spirit.

Patricia shared many years on the road as a trucker alongside her late husband, Arnold Jessie Lockwood, before settling into a career at Earnhardt Dodge, where she later retired. In her retirement, she found joy in the simple yet meaningful moments—spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and hosting game nights filled with laughter and friendly competition.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Jessie Lockwood, her parents, Rosa Matilda Linnie Jackson and Hobert Delbert Jackson, and her sister, Betty “Rusty” Lee Blair.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen Edwards (Chris), and her son, James P. Finley. Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren, James Daniel Finley (Suzana), Rosalee Burrington, and Kasandra Bakken (Josh), as well as her cherished great-grandchildren, Adalynne and Trevin Bakken.

Fiercely independent and always full of spirit, Patricia was a woman who left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her wisdom, feisty charm, and loving presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

In honor of her memory, the family encourages loved ones to gather, play a game, and share stories—just as she would have wanted.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date which will be shared by the family.

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Henry Richard (Dick) Gustafson, 78 passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona.

Dick’s life was characterized by his unfailing optimism and faith. He had a passion for playing sports, watching his children and grandchildren compete/perform in various activities, and watching BYU sports.  Dick loved many things including road trips, motorcycles, semi-trucks, trains, leather working, and music; however, his greatest joys in life were his family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Karen, his children Simon, Jake, Kary, Jess, Jody, Danny, Robyn, 28 grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter.

A viewing will be held February 18th from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ.  The funeral will be February 19th at 10:30 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9:30 AM at the LDS church at 1455 N. Harris Dr., Mesa, AZ. There will be a graveside service on Monday, February 24 at 11 AM at 1950 E Dimple Dell Rd., Sandy, UT.

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Dale Rex Shumway passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, January 23, 2025, at his home in Tempe, Arizona with his daughter Debra by his side. He was 94 years old. Dale was born at his parents’ farm/ranch in Taylor, Arizona on the 31^st day of May, 1930. He was the fourth child and first son of V. Rex and Elizabeth Solomon Shumway. As a youth, his father counted on him to do a “man’s” work, and work Dale could do.

He attended Taylor Elementary School and Snowflake Union High School. After three semesters at Arizona State College, he was called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Western Canadian Mission which included the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. After returning from Canada, he married Naoma Fuller of Tempe, AZ in the Arizona Temple on April 10, 1952. They had met when Dale was attending Arizona State, and Naoma was a senior at Tempe High School.

After their marriage, Dale attended Brigham Young University for one semester and then returned to Arizona State where in 1954 he graduated with a B.S. degree in Agronomy. From 1954 until the fall of 1960, he was employed by Producers Cotton Oil Company in Maricopa and in Avra Valley.

In the fall of 1960, at the age of 30 (with a wife and five young children to support) Dale enrolled in the University of Arizona College of Law and graduated in 1963. He was employed as an Assistant Attorney General and as a Special Assistant for the State of Arizona until 1974.  In 1965 he joined with David K. Udall to form the law firm of Udall Shumway in Mesa, Arizona. He became a highly respected attorney and was admitted to practice before the State and Federal Courts in Arizona, the Circuit Courts in San Francisco and the District of Columbia, the United States Court of Claims and the Supreme Court of the United States of America.

In July of 1970 until 1974 Dale had the honor of serving as Mayor of Tempe, Arizona. He was also elected to the Board of Directors of the Central Arizona Water Conservation District (now the Central Arizona Project) and in 1983 was elected to serve as President of the Board.

Throughout his life, Dale’s love for his Savior Jesus Christ was exhibited by his commitment to serve in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a bishop, Mission President in the New York Rochester Mission, Regional Representative of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, director of the Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors’ Center, ordinance worker and sealer in the Arizona Temple and Patriarch in the Tempe Arizona University Stake.

Dale was pre-deceased by his dear wife Naoma. He so appreciated the influence she had on him and their five children. At the time of her passing in October 2023, she and Dale had been married for 71 years. This last year without her was Dale’s hardest trial in life. Dale was also pre-deceased by his parents, Elizabeth & Rex Shumway, his siblings, Ann (George) Woods, Shirley (Carl) Cole, Drew Shumway, Peter (Loretta) Shumway, his brother-in-law Wesley Bowman, and his great-grandson Joseph Thompson

Dale is survived by his five children: Debra Ann (Fred) Woods, Dale Rex II (Diane), Carolyn Ama (Barry) Dickerson, Catherine (Don) Ralph, and Matthew Fuller (Julie), his daughter-in-law Pattie Shumway, 22 grandchildren, 63 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to the above posterity, Dale is survived by his sister Mary Bowman, his brother Lane (Marylin) Shumway, his sister-in-law Joan Shumway Turley, many nieces and nephews, and countless dear friends.

Services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 10:00a.m. at the Tempe Stake Center, 2707 S. College Ave., Tempe, AZ  85252. There will be a viewing at 9:00 a.m. To view the service remotely, please subscribe to the Alameda Ward YouTube channel at this link:  https://www.youtube.com/@friendsofthealamedaward3748

As per Dale’s request: “Please don’t bring flowers to my funeral. Save your money for whatever good causes you might have. Just come to my funeral and enjoy seeing each other.”

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In Loving Memory of Dorothy 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Louise Cleaver, who left us peacefully on February 1, 2025. Miss Dorothy brought joy, warmth, and love to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She is survived by her mother Doris, sister Teresa, and brother Dan.

A celebration of Miss Dorothy’s life will be held at the Arizona Training Program facility 2800 Hwy 87, Coolidge, AZ 85128 on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 1pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arizona Training Program and their staff, Dorothy’s home and daily caretakers for over 50 years. Contact Tonia at (520) 723-2600 or tschultz@azdes.gov for details.

Rest in peace, Miss Dorothy. You will always be missed but never forgotten.

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Christian T. Johnson, born on 10/02/1948 to William and Bertha Johnson, passed away on 1/31/25. Christian was proceeded in death by his parents and brother Dennis Johnson.

After graduating from Arlington H.S.

in Indianapolis, Indiana Christian went on to attend Northern Arizona University, before enlisting in the U.S. Navy. Christian proudly served aboard the USS Independence (CV-62) from 1968-1972, enjoying his time traveling abroad to numerous ports and countries.

Following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy, he began his career as an engineer in the aircraft industry and ultimately retiring from the Boeing Company.

Christian was married to his loving wife, Mary, whom he adored and loved for over 50 years, sharing in family, joy and laughter.

He loved and raised his four sons. Christian valued every moment with his sons. Not only teaching them, but showing them by example, how to be terrific husbands, fathers and men. Just as he was. Together, as a family, hunting, fishing, sailing, camping and traveling is what he treasured. Christian also cherished the time spent with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always there for each and every one of his beloved family. Christian is survived by his Wife (Mary), Sister (Ginger Oliveira), Son’s (Ron, Ralph, Rudy, Christian) Grandchildren (Chynna, Oriana, Sondra, Ashley, Skylar, Alex, Alayna, Alyssa, Brooklyn, Annalyssa, Nadia, Marissa, Aidan, Jocelyn, Declan) and Great-Grandchildren (Layne, Rhett, Lorelei, Lanson, Loretta, Teddy, Jaxon, Keanu, Vivian, Payson, Remington, Lincoln, Noah, Levi, Linnie, Juliette) Christian will be truly missed by all.

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.