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Arlene Kay Valentine, 59, passed away on Oct.13, 2019 in Mesa, AZ. She was the daughter of Edwin and Sara Heiser. Arlene graduated from Mountain View High School in 1978. She participated in the choir, and with the swim team. She especially loved her seminary classes.

In 1980, she married her eternal sweetheart, Troy Lynn Valentine. Active in the LDS Church, she served in many callings of which her favorites were teaching early morning seminary to the students on the Papago reservation and teaching and directing at the Manti Family History Center as well as working at the Mesa Family history center. It gave her much happiness to help others find their ancestors. Her second love was reading. She loved to study the scriptures and was an excellent scriptorian. She also loved to crochet and can food, especially the home-grown foods from her garden and orchard. And she absolutely loved to dote on her nieces and nephews who all were such joy in her life.

Arlene is survived by her mother, Sara Klotz Heiser and her brother, Edwin William Heiser III (Barbara); son, David Valentine (Robin) and grandchildren Levi, Hannah, Andrew, Isaac and Noah; sister- in-law Delight Clark (Brian); brothers-in-laws, Cole Valentine (Denise); Logan Valentine (Patty); one great-grandson and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Funeral services are Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 20^th Ward, 848 N. Westwood, Mesa, AZ 85201. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Joseph P Fournier, 90 passed away peacefully on October 16, 2019.

His wife and son were by his side when he went home to be with his heavenly family.

He was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings.

Joe was born in Detroit, Michigan.  He graduated from Shrine of the Little Flower high school.  He joined the Army and served during the Korean war. He returned home at the end of his enlistment and began his 39 year career at General Motors in Pontiac, Michigan.

He retired and moved to Arizona in 1986.  He spent his retirement years playing softball and many rounds of golf.  He was very proud of his documented 5 hole in ones on various golf courses.

He also enjoyed traveling throughout the southwest part of the country and enjoyed many cruises – especially the one through the Panama Canal.

Joe is survived by his loving wife Elner.  His son Edward (Kathie) of Fort Myers, FL, Grandchildren Michelle Fournier; Edward II (Mary) of Michigan and his sister-in-law Helen Nelson. Also by his step-children, Skip, Nancy, Jeanne and Ron.

A funeral mass will be at All Saints Catholic Church at 10:00 AM on October 28, 2019.

Burial will be a private service at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your  choice.

Bohdie Charles Larson, 16, passed away October 12, 2019. A visitation will be held Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 9 to 10:45 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Cooley Station Ward, 1010 South Recker Road, Gilbert, Arizona 85296. Funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Burial will be at the Valley of the Sun Cemetery, 10940 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Chad Michael Galbasini, 39, passed away on October 9, 2019 in Scottsdale, AZ.  Chad was born on July 10, 1980 to Donald and Joan Galbasini in Mesa, AZ.    He grew up in Mesa and graduated from Mountain View High School.

Chad enjoyed life and had many interests.  He enjoyed skateboarding, snowboarding, the beach, working out, his many friends and his life’s work as a hair stylist.  All of this pales in comparison to the value he placed on being a father to Austin, Caden, Harper and Hudson.  They were his whole world and he loved them very much.  Chad will be greatly missed by all of his family.  He is survived by his mother, Joan; his sister, Jill and his brothers, Craig (JayeLyn) and Kevin (Jackie); his four children; and his 10 nieces and nephews.  Chad is preceded in death by his father, Don and his brother, Ryan.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, October 17^th from 6-8 pm at Bunker ‘s Garden Chapel, 33 S. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ  85201.  The funeral will be held on Friday, October 18^th at 10 am at the LDS chapel, 495 S. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, AZ  85234.

Cassandra Lynn Manuel, 41, born February 3, 1978 passed away October 13, 2019. She is survived by her daughter Avadean Miguel, nieces Leticia Martinez and Lynnell Manuel, Crystal Vest; nephew Brice Manuel Jr.; and her brother Relman Manuel Sr.  Services will be held at the Salt River Memorial Hall, October 18, 2019 from 6-10 PM. She will be laid to rest the the Lehi Cemetery October 19, 2019 at 7 AM. A light lunch will be held after services at Salt River Memorial Hall.

Afton “J” Carpenter (A.J.), age 97, completed his “Hour Upon the Stage” in this life and passed on to see his parents, Frank and Lucinda Carpenter and siblings, Bertha, Ora, Florence, Ivan, Floyd and grandson, Bennett, on October 9, 2019 in Gilbert, Az.  He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lorna, and children: Jack (LeAnn), Bruce (Lise), Lee Ann (Jim), Brynn (Gordon), Jetaun (Peter), Lisa (Ed), and his brother Reid.   He is also survived by 29 grandchildren and 57 great grandchildren.

A.J. was a World War II veteran and served in the South Pacific.  He was a member of the National Guard and was inducted into the Army September, 1940.  Soon after he transferred into the 158^th Infantry Band and served as a Bandsman in the many places he was stationed.

After his discharge he returned to his home in Thatcher, AZ and attended Gila College for two years and graduated from Brigham Young University.  He taught English, Journalism and Reading Improvement in various high schools for 11 years.  He then taught at Phoenix Junior College for the next 20 years.

He was a gentle man who loved his family and was a great example to others.  His great joy was in the success and happiness of his family.  He was a faithful servant in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Val Vista 9^th Ward, 1150 E. Guadalupe Rd. in Gilbert, AZ, with a visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m.  There will also be a visitation Friday evening, October 18 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Judith Ann King, 75, of Leon, Iowa died in a tragic auto accident on October 5, 2019 near Groom, TX. Her son, Brian Alan King, also died in the accident.

Judy was born in Decatur County, Iowa on November 19, 1943 to Ennis Gene Scott and Ruby Maverine (Ordway) Scott. She was the oldest of five children and grew up on her family farm in Southern Iowa. She attended a one room schoolhouse near her farm and graduated from Leon High School in 1961. She moved to Des Moines after high school and married Clifford Junior King. She worked as a Secretary for Bob Brown Chevrolet and in 1984 Judy moved to Omaha, NE to further her career and worked as a bookkeeper, until she retired and went back home to Iowa to take care of her parents.

In May of 2019, she had finally decided she was ready to move to Arizona to be close to her Son and Daughter and their families and unfortunately the accident occurred while they were traveling to Arizona.

Judy was a selfless person in everything she did. She was always willing to do whatever was necessary to make sure her family was taken care of. We referred to her as “Sarge”, she was the strength, toughness and glue that held our family together.

She cherished her time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family. She also had many other favorite things to do, such as going to the beach (she did not like the water), but she could sit for hours on the sand listening to the waves come in. She also loved to gamble, playing Roulette, in Las Vegas or betting on the horse and dog races in Iowa and Nebraska. She enjoyed decorating at Christmas time, mowing and taking care of her yard and she loved her Starbucks – Venti Mocha Frappuccino with no whip and add a shot or two, please.

Judy is survived by her daughter Tammy (Jeff) Lee of Queen Creek, AZ, her daughter-in-law Amanda King, her granddaughters Stephanee (Jeremy) Zettler of Clarksville, TN, Stacee Carlos (Joe Florez) of Queen Creek, Shellee Carlos of Gilbert, AZ and Alyssa King of Salt Lake City, UT.

Her grandson Bradley (Adriana Vasquez) King of Queen Creek and her great grandchildren Taylor and Lucas (Stephanee & Jeremy), Madison (Stacee & Joe), Sophia, Adalina and Zoey (Brad & Adriana). Her two brothers Loren Scott and Lyle (Janice) Scott and her sister-in-law Stephanie Scott. And many nieces and nephews. And her Honorary son Kelly Hager.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents Gene and Ruby Scott, her brother Lowell Dean Scott and her sister Sandra May Scott.

Dorothy R. Frederick, 90, passed away early on Friday morning, October 11, 2019, in Scottsdale, Arizona.  She was born on April 23, 1929, in Cleveland, Ohio to Frederick and Lucadia Novak.  A child of The Depression, she and her older sister Lucille grew up as self-reliant, hardworking women who knew how to stretch a dollar and provide generously without complaining.

She married Melvin Edward (Bud) Frederick on July 4, 1953, and enjoyed 47 years of marriage until Bud’s passing in March 2000.  She is survived by her daughter, Susan L. Widmer (Patrick) of North Reading, Massachusetts, Stephen M. Frederick (Bethany) of Medford, Massachusetts, and three granddaughters, Sandra Widmer, Jennifer Frederick, and Elizabeth Frederick.  Her son Paul preceded her in death in August 2002.

Dorothy enjoyed a fulfilling life as a homemaker, secretary, and active participant in her church, while raising her family in Lexington, Massachusetts before retiring to Arizona in 1988.

Dorothy enjoyed many hobbies, including gardening, knitting, and various types of artwork.  She was a skillful seamstress, and an accomplished pianist and enjoyed playing the piano throughout her life.  She enjoyed volunteering her time, serving as a leader in Camp Fire Girls and Cub Scouts, and as the Director of the Board of Christ Lutheran Nursery School in Belmont, run by her church in Massachusetts.  She also enjoyed the outdoors, camping and skiing with her family for many years.  She was a generous supporter of many non-profit organizations in an effort to share with those less fortunate.  For decades she supported the work of Knit for Kids, a nationwide program begun by Guideposts magazine in 1996 and now administered by World Vision, knitting over 150 sweaters for children in need around the globe.

All who know Dorothy will remember her for her unwavering faith, happy smile, positive outlook, and gratitude for the blessings in her life.  She will also be remembered for her devotion to playing the game of Hot Dice, and her ability to keep score until the very end!

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 9:00 am.

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Betty J. Brown, went to her heavenly home on October 9, 2019.  She was surrounded by family at her home in Chandler, Arizona.

Betty, daughter, and her husband, Curtis Brown, moved from Carthage, Tennessee to Phoenix, Arizona in November of 1962.  She worked at the Chili Pepper, Duncan Donuts, then went to work for Air Research in 1966, which changed to Allied Signal, then to Garrett/Honeywell, where she retired after 30 years.  She relocated to Texas for a short time, then moved back home to Arizona. Betty will long be remembered for her generosity, her smile that brightened a room, her sense of humor, and her love of cooking and baking (especially the rum balls).  Betty enjoyed all holidays and decorating her home accordingly, particularly during the Christmas season.

She loved her travels to Alaska, Tennessee, Texas, and Arkansas visiting family and friends. She was a member of various clubs, and occasionally enjoyed a good game of poker, the casinos, and lottery tickets.  Her all-time favorite activities included the social events, dances, and parties at the local community center.

Betty, one of twelve children, was born to Ruben B. and Ina M. Hunt on August 12, 1934 in Carthage, Tennessee.  She is preceded in death by her parents, five bothers: Hugh, Robert, J.D., Franklin, and Arnold, and two sisters: Reba Nell, and Martha.  She is survived by her daughter Teresa Lee and husband Brian; granddaughters Melissa McCumby (Scott), and Kristen Salley, her great-grandchildren and her pride and joy – David, Landen, Barrett, Merrick, and Kierran – all live in Alaska.  Her remaining siblings reside in Tennessee: Charlie Hunt of Hogan’s Creek, Junior Hunt and wife Juanita of Lebanon, Eula Key of Benton, Arkansas, and Katie Lea of Lebanon.

Betty loved animals, especially cats, so in lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter, give a senior pet a loving home, or foster an animal until it can be adopted.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Solara Community Center ballroom, November 9, 2019 from 6pm to 8pm. Please do not wear black – fill the room with blues, greens, pinks, and reds – her favorite colors.

Delma Jolley Shreeve passed away on October 8, 2019 at her home in Mesa, AZ comforted by her loving son Daniel Shreeve and his wife Susan.  She had finished a busy day being visited by her family and friends.  Delma was born on August 10, 1922 in St. Johns, Arizona the first child of Lionel and Edith Jolley.

She married the love of her life, Nello C. Shreeve on November 26, 1938 and they enjoyed a long and loving marriage until Nello’s passing on February 8, 1995.  The first 45 years of their life together was spent in St. Johns and Holbrook, Arizona where they were involved in a number of different businesses that they owned and successfully operated, including: Service Electric, The Spudnut Shop, Fay’s Smart Shop, the Tonto Motel and other ventures.  During the World War II years Delma moved around the country to try and be close to Nello who was in the US Navy.  In 1969 they moved to Mesa, AZ but continued to operate the Motel and maintained a home in Holbrook until 1984.

Delma was a life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings over the years. One of her favorite callings was a two- year mission at the Mesa Genealogy Library.  She enjoyed square dancing, playing cards and spoiling all of her many grandchildren.  She has been an inspiration to her family and was loved by all.  She will be greatly missed.

Delma is survived by her sons Clinton (Candy) of Gilbert, Curtis (Shawna) of Queen Creek, and Daniel (Susan) of Mesa, 20 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren with another on the way and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Nello, two daughters Nina Fay Olsen and Shirlene Shreeve, her siblings Orvil Jolley, Frank Jolley and Myrna Ashcraft, one granddaughter Nicole Lucyann “Nikki” and two great-granddaughters Cora Fay Shreeve and Violet Olsen.

Services were held in Mesa on October 15, 2019 and she was laid to rest at the Mesa Cemetery.

Our beloved Cameron Ethan Steck died in an automobile accident on the morning of Sunday, October 6, 2019. His death was tragic, heart-breaking and unexpected – and his passing will leave a void in this world that won’t quickly heal.

Cameron was born on May 25, 1997, in Salt Lake City, Utah – moving to Mesa, Arizona with his parents when he was young. Cameron was a beautiful, bright and charming boy who grew into a charismatic and lovable young man. At the time of his death, he was a student at Chandler Gilbert Community College within arm’s reach of his associate degree.

It is impossible to capture Cameron’s essence in an obituary. He was a beautiful spirit. He looked after the downtrodden; he loved deeply and was loved by everyone who knew him. He loved hanging out with his friends over coffee. He enjoyed music and snowboarding. His smile and laughter were contagious. He was filled with hope for the future and had been recently making plans for continuing his college career and taking a trip during the Christmas break.

Cameron was hilarious and warm and fearless and resilient. He had a gift for enchanting and endearing himself to teachers, employers, friends and strangers. He was adored as a son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend – and Cameron loved his family in return.

Cameron is survived by his parents, Ethan and Erin Steck; his younger brothers, Gavin and Jonah; his grandmother Sahndra Marshall; and countless cousins, aunts, and uncles. He is predeceased by his grandmother, Mary Steck, who loved him beyond words. 

Memorial services for Cameron Steck -Viewing: Monday, October 14, 6-8 p.m. at Bunker Funeral Home- University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr. Mesa AZ 85213

Celebration of Life: Tuesday October 15, 9 a.m. pre-service viewing / relief society room, 9:45 a.m. family prayer (invitation only), 10 a.m. celebration of life / chapel, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 3440 S. Signal Butte Rd, Mesa AZ 85212

All who loved our Cameron and would like to remember and celebrate him are welcome to attend either or both events.

Brian Alan King, 52, of Queen Creek, AZ died tragically in an automobile accident on October 5, 2019 in Groom, TX, along with his mother Judith King.

Brian was born in Des Moines, IA on October 20, 1966 to Clifford (Junior) and Judy (Scott) King. Growing up, he enjoyed playing Little League Baseball, basketball, riding his moped, roller-skating, and seeing what he could get into with his friends. Brian moved many times as a child and attended several elementary schools before attending Goodrell Junior High, and then East High School. He would refer to himself as a loyal east sider. Although always an Iowa boy, Brian moved his family to Arizona in 1995.

Nothing was more important to Brian than his family. His greatest love was his wife, Amanda whom he married October 26, 1991 and his children, Alyssa and Bradley. His granddaughters Sophia, Adalina and Zoey were the apple of his eye. Brian was the most selfless, honest, loyal, hardworking man; he would go to any length to take care of his family. One of his greatest joys was being crew chief for his son Brad’s go-kart races and coach for his daughter’s sports teams. Brian loved riding quads, kicking ass at darts and pool, grilling out (he was the grill-master), watching and attending NASCAR races, but more than anything, he enjoyed spending time at home with his family.

Along with his wife, children and grandchildren, those left to honor his memory include his father, Clifford Junior King; sister, Tammy (Jeff) Lee; loving nieces and nephews, Stephanee (Jeremy) Zettler (Taylor and Lucas), Stacee Carlos (Madison), Shellee Carlos, Hannah Palmer (Hugo) and Nicholas (Angela) Palmer (Bella Vida, Faela, Liam). His mother-in-law, Evelyn Roquet and father-in-law, Bill (Eve) Palmer, and his very best friend since childhood, Kelly Hager.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cliff and Nolta King; Gene and Ruby Scott; his Uncle, Lowell Scott; Aunt, Sandy Scott; and his brother-in-law’s, Nick and Tony Palmer.

Lindsay Jo High was born on May 6, 1990 in Mesa, Arizona.  On May 5, 2019, at home in Mesa one day before her 29th birthday, she peacefully went to be with the Lord.  She grew up attending Calvary Chapel Tri-City where she was involved in the Pioneer Club.  She was on her high school volleyball team where she served as Team Captain.  After graduating with honors from Desert Hills High School in 2008, she attended Gilbert Chandler Community College.  Lindsay loved music, dancing, writing, drawing, photography, painting, hiking, spending time with her daughter, Zaylyn, and more than anything, she loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  She loved reading and studying the Bible and was an amazing prayer warrior.  She worked primarily in the care-giving field where her love and concern touched the lives of many.  She made friends wherever she went because she had a light that shined brightly and everyone wanted to be part of that.  While living in Colorado, she met Zach Brooks, fell in love, and was blessed with the birth of their daughter.  This beautiful ginger always wanted to help everyone and to share her love of Christ.  She wanted everyone to have a relationship with Jesus and she shared this with anyone who would listen.

Preceding Lindsay in death were the love of her life, Zach Brooks; her maternal grandparents, Charles and Frances Mitchell; and paternal grandmother, Ruth High.  Lindsay is survived by her daughter, Zaylyn Meira Brooks; her twin brother, Cody Mitchell High (Liz); siblings Eric (Kim), Clint, Chad (Amber), Sarah Forker (Jeremy), Tim, Brianna; parents Donna Mitchell and Scott High; grandfather Kenneth High; and numerous loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

A Celebration of Life in Lindsay’s honor was held at His Church Calvary Chapel Tri-City in Tempe, Arizona on May 14, 2019 with Pastor John Higgins officiating.  A private viewing was held for family members prior to the service.  Bunker Family Mortuary handled arrangements.  A graveside service and burial took place afterwards at Mesa Cemetery.  A delicious lunch was prepared by long-time friends of Lindsay’s mother and then served at His Church.  Donations to help support Lindsay’s daughter may be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/zaylyn039s-support-fund-a-baby-with-no-parents.

 

Robert Dan Sullivan passed away peacefully on October 8^th after a long and full life. He was born in Fairbury, Nebraska to Dan and Barbara (Hadachek) Sullivan-preceded in death by (the love of his life) his Wife Paula, Brother Richard and Sister Betty.

Robert served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. Enlisted in the Army @ 17 years old, he served as private to Lt. Col. retiring in 1971. 

A gentle and strong man who loved his family and friends, Robert is survived by his son Robert Lee, daughter in law Vickie, three granddaughters and five great grandchildren.

Visitation will be at Bunker University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa, AZ, Wednesday, October 16^th @ 11 a.m. to 12 with burial at 1 pm at the Arizona National Cemetery, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85012

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice of the Valley is suggested.

 

 

Jennifer C. Johnson (nee Jensen) passed away peacefully, 4 October 2019 after a 5 year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family at home in Mesa, AZ.

Jennifer was born in Phoenix, AZ to Frank D. and June (Taylor) Jensen. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother Jeffrey and daughter Tyree Miller. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Ivan and her children: Joel (Deanna), Jason (Susan), Erika Barry (Armondo), Shiloh Murillo (Eduardo), Travis (Sarah), Chris Miller (Teryn), and 22 grandchildren, all of Arizona.

Jennifer lived a life full of laughter and love. She loved all things Christmas, designer napkins and tassels! She will long be remembered for her love of holiday decorating and enjoying the finer things in life.

Jennifer loved movies and keeping track of all her favorite stars. She was our go-to for any and all things related to Hollywood.

Although Jennifer never earned a college degree, she was self-educated via great magazines like the TV Guide, Modern Living and Reader’s Digest. She was an avid reader and often had 3-4 books going at once. No topic was too boring for her. She always had something interesting to say because she was so well-read.

Jennifer loved to travel the world-be it via her extensive reading or in real life. She visited many places and truly marveled at God’s creations with each adventure.

Jennifer’s greatest joy came from her family. Her sweetheart, Ivan, was always her biggest teaser and love of her life. She loved to spend time with each of her children and grandchildren. They loved to go to the summer movies (of course!) and enjoy the popcorn and a Pepsi (extra ice). Don’t forget the seat belt!

Jennifer enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play just about any sport. She was their biggest cheerleader. Everyone knew when she was there as she was often the loudest and most encouraging. 

Jennifer’s contagious laugh and faith will be her legacy. She was a long-time member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many callings. However, her favorite was serving the children and youth of the Los Altos ward. She loved teaching and felt her testimony grow each time she taught these children. It was such a special time for her. 

Jennifer died just as she lived-with dignity and grace. She was at peace with her life and knew where she was going after her mortal journey was finished. She knew she was a daughter of God and that death was an important part of His plan. Her faith in Jesus Christ and the knowledge that families are eternal helped her through her most difficult times.

Funeral service will be Saturday October 19 at the LDS chapel located at 2300 W Javelina Ave. Mesa, AZ 85202

10-11 am visitation and receiving of friends.

11 am funeral service

 

Arrangements entrusted to Bunker Family Funeral Home.

For flowers please contact The Cottage Flowers and Gifts.

 

Jason Philip Woody – A man to be remembered for the way he lived his life.

In his short 34 years, he melted hearts and left his fingerprint forever. He was the kind of husband to draw his wife, Heidi, a candle-lit bubble bath and leave her in peace on a hard day, or to hide a note for her to find in her suitcase.

An irreplaceable Daddy that spent his every spare moment making sure his son, Landon, learned to ride a bike before Jason had surgery on his brain; who learned a dance to perform with his sweet baby girl, Norah, on stage even though he could hardly remember simple details in his daily life, or get dressed on his own; and supported his oldest son, Taylor, on the sidelines of his football game. Even though he was too sick to move or hold his head up, he wouldn’t miss a moment.

As a friend, he would call to tell you how important you are in his life, help you when you felt lost in your path, and offer an understanding hand no matter the road you were traveling.

He is a treasured and oldest child who would take his Mom, Mary, for pedicures and lunch because he wanted her to feel special. He would never leave the side of his Dad, Philip, if life would allow endless garage projects and work in the sugar-beet fields.

He was a missionary that never needed a tag, with scriptures always in his truck, though he served in the West Indies for two of the best years of his life— second only to becoming a father, he says. He shared his love of the gospel of Jesus Christ to anyone and everyone who wanted to hear.

And more importantly, he taught by how he lived his life. He was someone to watch and learn from in his calm and welcoming demeanor. His role as brother to Drew and Chase meant missionary lessons at his bedside, pulling nails from a toe and teaching card games with strong protection and praise over his beautiful sisters —  Kacie, Hannah, and Jill. He knew no difference between blood family and the family he married (The Roses). He would be there to help you chip out tile, pour concrete, build you a Halloween coffin, or move a couch you couldn’t lift on your own. He loved unconditionally and served at your needs behind the curtain. In life, he named a hero — and the person he couldn’t wait to see in heaven was his Grandpa Woody.

In the workplace, he managed with kindness and shared his check if that week you were short, even if it meant sacrifice for himself. He understood that life is about loving people and money did not matter. He believed all things could be solved from the lyrics of a country song, and listened to The Mormon Tabernacle Choir on Sundays while he made bacon and eggs with green chiles.

His vices in life were simple and pure: card games, White Monster, any fruity candy, Jalapeno Bucks, The Pork Shop, college football, The Diamondbacks, snowboarding, Lake Powell, and building things with his hands.

The events in his life that taught and shaped his mottos were:

-While living on a sugar beet farm — that simple life is something to strive for.

-While playing high school and college football — it takes a team for everything.

-While serving a church mission — forget yourself, and everyone is a child of god.

-Lucky 17 — a number in his life that showed up always with luck attached.

-Marrying Heidi — love someone the way they need to be loved, and always be slow to anger.

-Becoming a Dad to Taylor, Landon, and Norah — there is nothing more important than forever families, and spending time together.

He was humble and talented in many areas, but he will be remembered for his wake board tricks, athleticism, engineering everything with mathematics, his closet drawing and Impressionism skills, and unforgettable one-liners—-listed below:

Mmmm, good toast

Heyyyy you guysss

I sure love you

I see said the blind man and he peed into the wind… it’s all coming back to me

Eeeekkkka

Dang girl

Leiutenant Dan… ice cream

The Monday Monday song

Come on ice cream!

You got that right

It’s well worth it

I’m not sorry, because that means i won’t do it again.

Greenage

Shoooo weeee

Merrrrrly chrimas- like grandpa Woody

Wasabi

See you on the flip side

Muerto

Now you’re talkin

Ah dang duke

Whoooo dogger

I want a Beer and see something naked

Doin well

Well worth it

That’s awfully rude

What can i say but say your welcome

Who call my name?

Come on cleatis!

You are what you eat!

Hi sweetie! My sweet baby girl

Hey brothers!

Hi baby!

It’s hard to be that guy

Hope to see you sooner than later

Yeah that’s nasty

I’m thankful for you in my life

Jason suffered Brain Cancer with a smile from October 6, 2016 to the morning of October 6, 2019, when he left this life with his wife, children, favorite nurse, and parents by his side at their home in Mesa, Arizona. Heidi was humming their song to him, “To Make You Feel My Love,” with her head on his chest as his strong and valiant heart took its last earthly beat — a treasured moment she will keep close in her heart as the last act of service she could give to the love of her life.

He taught her a life marked by true service and loving someone through all their forms. In this trial they have accepted with grace and understanding, she and their children have formed a non-profit 501(c)(3)  foundation in his honor: “Project 17.”

The foundation will collect funds to serve as Jason served, with the number 17 as the theme  — in hope of keeping his kindness alive.

Their first project will serve 17 families on their road to healing —finding peace by looking outside of themselves and tending the needs of others on personal levels.

In lieu of flowers, please consider these options to help: direct donation at any Chase Bank, account #714597192, Venmo account @heidirosewoody, PayPal account Woody-rose@hotmail.com.

Donations to the children’s education funds may be made payable to Primerica Shareholder Services with a memo: Taylor, Landon, and Norah Woody, and mailed to Bryan McClure, 3035 S. Ellsworth Road, Suite 146, Mesa, AZ 85212.

And finally, tax exempt donations to Jason’s service organization can be made payable to “Project 17” and dropped at the funeral donation box, or mailed to Project 17, 1423 S. Higley Road, Suite 127, Mesa, AZ 85206.

The service given to the Woody family through these hard years is pages long, creating an unforgettable book of blessings, and a testament that Jason was a man who touched lives and helped many. He was known for saying, “It’s hard to be that guy sitting in the bed when I want to be that guy out mowing someone else’s lawn.”

It is our hope to serve for him, as he served, and to model for the children to walk as he walked. Please join us as we celebrate the life of this revered and family-devoted man, Jason Woody.

 

Viewing 

Thursday, October 10, 2019

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

3440 S. Signal Butte Rd. Mesa, Az 85212

Six to Seven Thirty

For family: BBQ dinner at 5 prior to viewing

 

Friday, October 11, 2019

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

3440 S. Signal Butte Rd. Mesa, AZ 85212

Eleven to Twelve

-Family Prayer to follow

 

Cowboy Boot Memorial Service 

Friday, October 11, 2019

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

3440 S. Signal Butte Rd. Mesa, AZ 85212

Twelve Thirty in the Afternoon

***Jason loved his boots, wearing them every day, even in the summer, and has requested that guests wear their favorite boots to his services. If you wish, please bring a typed or written story or memory to put in his book – short or long, to help the children remember their Daddy. You may also mail these directly to the family

 

Sunset Burial 

Friday, October 11, 2019

San Tan Memorial Gardens

22425 E Cloud Rd Queen Creek, Arizona

Five Thirty in the Evening