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Viola Fuller Hubbard, born January 11, 1926 in Thatcher, Arizona to Reuben Fuller Jr. and Ama Taylor Fuller, died August 7, 2019. Her loving memory lives on through her five children: Patricia Hubbard, Jacque Ganem, Douglas Hubbard, Robert Hubbard, and Cindy Huntbach; her 20 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren.

Viola graduated from Thatcher High School in 1943.  She attended Arizona State College (now ASU) in Tempe from 1944-1946. She then married the love of her life, Keith W Hubbard, on January 25, 1946 in Thatcher, Arizona.

Viola played the trumpet and loved to listen and dance to big band music. Keith and Viola were members of The Debonairs—a local group that would meet quarterly, dressed in their finest, to dance to big band music. Viola also spent a lot of her time hiking. She and Keith hiked the Grand Canyon too many times to count, always prepared with her first-aid kit and canteen on her side.

Viola was always very athletic. She enjoyed every sport, but her favorites were softball and volleyball. She took sports very seriously and always gave 110% in every practice and game.

Together Viola and Keith served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  They served from 1977-1980 in the Australia Brisbane Mission.

Viola was always the light in every room. She was the first to welcome any new face. Her spunky full-of-life personality made lasting friendships everywhere she went. Viola was known by many to have been the most gracious hostess. She loved opening her home and heart to her big family and anyone else who needed a place to call home.  She taught so many to love big and play hard. There are no words to fully express the gratitude we all hold in our hearts for the love she has given us.  We are at peace knowing that her 93 years here were lived to the fullest. Viola said goodbye to her loving husband, Keith, in 2002. After 17 years spent apart, we know they are reunited once again and are dancing their way through Heaven’s gates. We can never replace Viola, but a piece of her light shines on through each of us every day.

Funeral services are Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Ahwatukee Groves Ward, 1050 W. Grove Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85283.

Patrice (Patty) Daniels – 68, peacefully passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, on August 4, 2019, with her family by her side. Born in Safford, Arizona, to Thomas and Maudeen Bowen, Patty enjoyed a beautiful childhood, where she was loved and excelled in school.

She was Head Majorette at Safford High School and also participated in the school choir. Patty met the love of her life, Alan Daniels, while in high school, whom she later married and enjoyed 48 wonderful years together. After high school, Patty attended Eastern Arizona College, and then transferred to Arizona State University, where she finished her master’s degree in Education. Patty taught for the Gilbert Public School District as a teacher for 30 years; a job she loved until retiring in 2009.

Patty loved socializing, enjoyed going to the gym, taking excellent care of her disabled son, and loved spending time with and spoiling her grandkids. What Patty was most proud of was her family.

Survivors include Alan (husband), her sons Chad, Brad (Lisa), daughter Holly, and grandkids -Kenadee, Ashton, Chaz, and Kash, brother Thomas Bowen (Carolyn), and sister-in-law Mary Bowen. Patty was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Maudeen Bowen, and her brother Gary Bowen.

On Saturday, August 10, 2019, visitation will begin at 9 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1415 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ 85204.  Funeral service will follow at 10 AM. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Joel Dee Clements, 63 of Mesa, Arizona passed away on August 5, 2019, due to liver failure and pancreatic cancer.

Viewing is to be held August 9^th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Bunker Funeral home 3529 E University Dr., Mesa, AZ 85213

 He was born in Phoenix Arizona on August 10, 1955. He proudly served in the Air Force.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elias Georgeson Clements and Thelma Luila Russell Clements. His two sisters Delores and Lottie and his son Eric.

He is survived by his wife Donna (Edwards) Clements, two daughters Michelle (Clements) Schroff, and Angela (Clements) Chavez, Son-in-law Dustin Schroff and Epe Chavez. Stepson John Nichols and Betty Neyra, Stepdaughters Sheila Nichols and Danielle Nichols. Brothers Jack Parlaine Worthington and wife Faye, Theron Clements and wife Karen and Jay Clements. Sisters Raola Sunderland and husband Floyd, Walleta Sedig and Husband Ron Reese and Wanda Waddle and husband Wayne. Grandchildren, Houstin, Austin, Ashlyn, Preston, Madison & Gatlin Schroff. Alysa Clements, Madelyn Chavez, Rie Neyra and Andrea Nichols. Many Nieces and Nephews.

Joel will be deeply missed. The family wishes to thank those present in his life and let them know how much he truly cared for them.

Barbara Fernanda Greer passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her children on July 31, 2019. She was born on November 18, 1929 in Colonia Juárez Chihuahua Mexico, but grew up in Mesa, Arizona, graduated from Mesa High School and spent much of her adult life in Scottsdale. She attended Arizona State University where she earned a BA and MA in education. While attending ASU, she met Menlo, fell in love and they were married in the Mesa AZ Temple in 1950. They loved and served together for 64 years until Menlo’s passing in 2015. The family and extended family have looked up to this great matriarch and her incredible example of love, faith and service. She taught elementary school in the Scottsdale School District for more than three decades. Barbara has remained an active member in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as an ordinance worker at the Mesa Arizona Temple for over 25 years as well as serving two church missions with Menlo. She is preceded in death by her parents Ernest Carlyle Turley and Bertha Fernanda Turley; sister Tenna Abney Heap; son-in-law Larry Grohman; and great granddaughter Kamber Larsen. She is survived by her brother, Carl (Sue) Turley; her four children: Mellonie Grohman, Teri (Richard) Larsen, Leonard (Julie) Greer, and Benjamin (Allison) Greer; 19 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Her funeral and celebration of life will be held on August 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 495 South Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234. A viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. prior to the services.

Mary Ellen Barnard, 81, of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully on August 1, 2019 in Tempe, Arizona. She was born to L.J. and Grace Stewart in Pickens County, South Carolina in 1938. Mary lead a very happy, active life filled with family, friends and creative activities such as: sewing, knitting and spending time with her family. In addition to her family, Mary spent over 50 years as a Dental Assistant.

In 1957, Mary married Douglas P. Barnard and they were lucky to have celebrated over 62 years together, raising their two children Russell D. Barnard (Jeannie) of Flagstaff, Arizona and Christine M. Dinges (Thomas) of Louisville, Colorado.

Mary loved her two children and her five grandchildren, Aaron Barnard, Matt Barnard (Sara), Evan Barnard, Taylor Dinges, Grayson Dinges and one great grandchild, Rook Barnard.

In addition to her family above, Mary is survived by her three siblings, brother Harold Stewart (Melba), and sister’s Linda Creekmur (Jimmy) and Louise Thomas (John). All of whom she was very close and shared a special bond with.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 9:00am.

Desiree Ruth Leblanc-Todora, age 39 passed away on July 29th, 2019, just four hours after she wed the love of her life, Jason Todora.

Desiree was born in Eden, Vermont and grew up in Newport, Vermont. She graduated from North Country High School and Johnson State College. Desiree had two master degrees in education and spent her adult life tutoring and mentoring students. She especially had a passion to work with children who had special needs. She, as a life long learner was always involved in courses and training. She loved to learn. Desiree used her passion in her personal life adopting three children with special needs with their father Timothy Truett.

Desiree was a very special person sharing her many talents. She was an inspiration to many with her warm smile, contagious laugh, knowledge, and being positive. She truly was an earth angel.

Desiree passed after a courageous and graceful four year battle with ovarian cancer. She was an inspiration to the many who followed her through her transparent and honest journey.

Desiree leaves behind her husband, Jason Todora, her 5 children, Dakota (Kat), Abbey, Jamie, Justin & Olivia Truett, her three step children, Tony, Grace, and Rocco Todora. She also leaves her mother, Judith Boucher and her partner Duane Spaulding, her sister Melissa Bouchard and partner Dale Glass, her brother William LeBlanc, her special Aunt Pat and Uncle Bob, several aunts and uncles, cousins and many friends and her close friends Evanna, Amy, Justine & Wendy.

She was predeceased by her father, Arthur LeBlanc, her Aunt Bernadette Lopresti, her special Uncle Butch Boucher and his wife Linda, a special cousin Ernie Gratton and several other family members.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 4th at 2:00 p.m. at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

There will also be a celebration of her life in Newport, Vermont. Details will follow as arrangements are made. For on line condolences please visit www.bunkerfuneral.com.   In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Desiree’s name to : The Singletons 20235 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 104-503, Phoenix, AZ 85024 or at www.thesingletonaz.org

Mary Florence Rugg, 97, passed away peacefully in the presence of her son and his wife, on July 19, 2019 in Mesa, Arizona. Mary was a special person to many people.  She loved her family and her church and was always ready with a smile and warm greeting to those she encountered.

Mary was born to Edward W. Norman and Clara Eisenhower on August 26, 1921 in Cando, North Dakota and was the youngest of brothers Hershel, Harry and Buren and sister Viola. Mary moved to Indianapolis where she attended Arsenal Technical High School, graduating in 1939, and Butler University for two years.  She married Gene P. Wood in 1941 and gave birth to their only son, Steven, in 1943.

Mary, Gene  and Steve moved to a new home in Indianapolis in 1946, where they helped create the Covenant Presbyterian church in their neighborhood.  Mary worked in a local lady’s clothes store, helping customers and wrapping gifts beautifully and precisely. She also served as a Den Mother for Steve’s Cub Scout pack.  In 1957, Mary and Gene made a courageous move to California to start a new life with better opportunities for their son.  Mary began a career that year as an executive assistant in the Cajon Valley School District, where she worked until she moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1976, following Gene’s death from lung cancer, in 1975. Mary began a career at Arizona State University in the Department of Education but spent most of her professional time as an executive assistant in the Administration Department of the Memorial Union; she retired from ASU in 1986.

When first arriving in Arizona Mary joined the Grace United Methodist Church in Mesa.  While there, Reverend Wilkes introduced Mary to Fred Rugg, a widower.  Fred and Mary were married in the church on November 18, 1978 and were together until Fred passed away in February of 1992.

Mary was a skilled and enthusiastic Mahjong player and spent many enjoyable hours socializing with friends in her apartment complexes and at the First Presbyterian Church in Mesa where she attended for as long as she was able.  Mary is survived by her son, Steven and daughter-in-law Barbara; granddaughter Tishin Donkersley and grandson-in-law Jason Donkersley; great grandchildren Mason and Rochelle Donkersley; sister Shirley Rigor; niece Beverly Fiedler and nephew Larry Clark.

Mary was interred at the Greenwood Mortuary Mausoleum in San Diego, California, next to Gene on August 2, 2019 in the presence of her son and his wife, Barbara.

Beloved husband, father, grandpa, and great grandpa, Ted Hulett, left this mortal plane of existence to be with his Heavenly Father on July 17, 2019 at his home.  He was born in Rantoul, IL on September 11, 1927.  While in high school he was active in football and track.  He was honored for over 35 years in scouting and many years of service at the Mesa Braille Library.  He was involved in the United Methodist Churches in Rantoul and Champaign, IL and Velda Rose United Methodists Church in Mesa, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, C.I. and Agatha Hulett, and brother, Harold.  He is survived by wife, Imogene, and daughters, Kathi (Bradley) and Patricia Hulett; also brothers, Roger (Beverly) and John (Doris), 5 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Honoring Ted’s wishes there will be not be a memorial service, but those wishing to make a memorial gift may give to the charity of their choice. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him and those he touched throughout his lengthy life.

Carol Workman Crane, 85, was reunited with her eternal companion, W. Dayton Crane, July 21, 2019.  Carol was born in Provo, Utah, to John Cornelius and Florence Atella (Cook) Workman.

Carol was raised at a time where there were many sacrifices being made as it was the tail end of the depression and her father was sick and unable to work.  The example by her mother to make ends meet and be able to feed and care for 9 children made an everlasting impact on her posterity.  As a young girl, Carol needed to work to pay for piano lessons, which became a lifetime joy for her.  She was a seamstress and made most of her children’s clothing, formals, costumes, and wedding dresses.  It was important to her to have a delicious, balanced, and colorful meal at dinnertime and to sit down as a family to enjoy it. She was an avid reader and kept up on all the current events.  When her husband had his own business, she was a great support by helping him with the rental properties. During the time her husband battled brain cancer, she remained faithful to her beliefs and even became a faithful fan of the Arizona D-backs.

Carol was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many capacities including Relief Society President, of the Ward and Stake, and as a temple worker in the Mesa Arizona temple.  It gave her great pleasure to have choir practice in her home every Sunday for many years.  She also enjoyed being a member of Daughters of the Utah Pioneers and was proud of her pioneer heritage.

Carol is survived by one sister (Wilma Gardner) and her 7 children: Julie Harris (Greg), Richard D. Crane (Julie), Jeanette Taylor (Jeff), Lisa Compton (Ron), Susan Bartlett (Jeff), Carrie Saunders (Kent), and Christy Glover (Bryan) as well as 28 grandchildren and 50 great grandchildren with more on the way.  She is preceded in death by her husband, W. Dayton Crane, and a great grandson, Lincoln Glover.

Services will be held Saturday August 3, 2019 at the LDS chapel located at 1455 N. Harris, Mesa, Arizona at 10am.  There will be a time to visit with the family on Friday, August 2, from 6-8pm at Bunkers Garden Chapel 33 N. Centennial Way.

Ruth Elaine Whitmyer, a longtime resident of Billings, Montana, passed away in Mesa, Arizona on July 20, 2019.  She was 90 years old.

Ruth was born to James and Clara Card on November 18, 1928 in Ryegate, Montana.  She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Hemphill, her son, Larry Whitmyer, and his wife, Estelle, her two daughters, Sandy Hansen and Judy Reynolds, and Judy’s husband, Richard. 

She also leaves five grandchildren: Bobbi Jo, Larry Wayne, Max, Carlene, and Brandon, and five great grandchildren, Max, Jerry, Kimber, Reina, and Tucker; and she will always be fondly remembered by a host of loving in-laws, nieces, nephews and long-time friends.

Ruth is preceded in death by her husband Carl Whitmyer, her parents James and Clara Card, her sisters Emma Cox and Gladys Bakker, and her brother Keith Card.

Ruth married Carl Whitmyer on May 8, 1948.  They began their life together in a converted boxcar on the property of her husband’s parents, this creative and unique solution to housing affordability was just one of many examples of the couple’s ability to turn potential problems into victories.  While there, Ruth gave birth to her first child.  Ruth was married to Carl for 53 years until his death in 2002.  They were charter members and Past Matron and Patron of the Moss Agate Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and Ruth was also active in Job’s Daughters, the Girl Scouts and the Grace United Methodist Church in Billings. 

While employed as a telephone operator at Mountain Bell in Billings, Ruth, together with her fellow female employees at Mountain Bell, started a group called The Club for the purpose of socializing together with all of their kids.  The Club met for food and fellowship every month for 60 years, and Ruth was its longest surviving member.

In 1965, Ruth and Carl went into the plumbing business, establishing Carl’s Plumbing and Heating in Billings, Montana.  As the bookkeeper for the business, Ruth was always on top of all the financial details, and made it her responsibility to keep everything and everyone organized and busy.  These traits were evident in all aspects of her life.  Her younger sister, Marge, lovingly referred to her as “The Trail Boss.”  Everyone involved with the wedding of her youngest daughter, Judy, fondly remembers how Ruth assigned them tasks, with times allotted for their completion, and how she took great joy in checking off the tasks when they were completed.

Ruth loved life and her family.  Caring and confident, she loved to cook, socialize, look after others and play any card game, particularly pinochle.  Every day was important to her and all of her days were filled with activity.  She loved having lots of friends and family around, and everyone was always welcome, either at her home in Billings, her trailer at Mesa Regal RV Park, or at the family cabin in Absarokee, Montana.  Always a leader, Ruth created many fun family traditions.  At the cabin, for example, Ruth initiated, and then enthusiastically and hilariously administered a family tradition in which all newcomers who were physically capable were required (or at least strongly encouraged) to “float the creek in Grandpa’s overalls,” which she made sure were always hung, at the ready, in the cabin’s creek-side tool shed. 

Ruth’s uniquely amazing life will be remembered and celebrated in a private family ceremony at her beloved cabin on July 31, 2019.  Memorial contributions in the name of Ruth Whitmyer may be made to: Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ  85014

Myrna Lorraine Cross, 77, returned home Saturday, July 20, 2019, to be reunited with her parents John William and Estella Christina Hart, her brother Fred Hart, her former husbands Ronald C.M. Bugh and Thomas Gordon Binnie and the many others who passed before to welcome her.  Her occupation as a microbiologist was rewarding and satisfying.  She enjoyed isolating and identifying the organisms invading our bodies in the pursuit of finding cures.

She devoted herself to Terrell Lee Cross, the last 24 years in marriage, and her two stepchildren Kenneth and Jennifer Cross.  She forever loved, cherished and spent time with her son Robert Bugh.  Her many friends surrounded her in church, worship, bowling, water aerobics, ham radio activities and other outings.  She touched many lives with her steadfast and straightforward conversations.  She will be remembered fondly by her remaining friends and family until again reunited.

A memorial service will be held at 10am on Saturday, July 27, 2019.  The night before visitation will be 5-7pm at the same place, Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Litonia June (Powell) Columbia, age 79, passed away peacefully July 3, 2019, due to pneumonia.  She was born January 25, 1940 in Paducah, Kentucky to June Stanton and Edward Ray Powell, Sr.  She married Rosario Columbia in November 29, 1961.

She found it a pleasure working as an administrator for Tandem Computers, prior to retirement.  She loved the holidays, and chatting with her friends and family.  She enjoyed crossword puzzles, late night movies, Scrabble, card games, and her music including Elvis Presley, but most of all, always had time for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Litonia is survived by her husband Rosario Columbia, her daughter Candice Columbia, and her three sons, Mario and Kimberly Columbia, Joseph L. Columbia, and John R. Columbia.  She is also survived by her sisters, Sue Hester of Aurora, CO., Judy and John Funderburg of Centennial, CO., Patricia Graf of Cicero, IL.; and her nine grandchildren Michael (Cathi) Columbia, Ross Columbia, Anamarie Columbia, Hailey Columbia, Kimberly and Darius Williams, Anthony Columbia, Kaylee and Frank McWain, Julianna Columbia, Rosario Columbia; plus 12 great grandchildren, Preston, Mia, Sophiana, Giovanni, Zoey, Mason, Isabella, Eli, Paishance, Payton, Kaine, Quinn, and Keagan and Grady.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Edward Jr. and Randall Powell.

The funeral service will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. 85201, with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 3:00pm.

Dennis H. Smith, born on February 4, 1943, was called home on July 16, 2019. His good humor and sweet personality, and also his love of the Dodgers, endeared him to everyone he met. Dennis worked for over 40 years for the Church Educational System of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His gospel knowledge was practically unparalleled, and he shared it willingly and frequently. The love he had for others, especially his family and his beloved wife, Sue, was extraordinary. He will be missed by Sue, daughter Kristin, son-in-law Chris, and all of his family- 4 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. They will always remember their “Papa”.

We are celebrating his life by having a visitation with the family (honoring his wishes to have a closed casket) Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. We will start Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at 8 AM with a graveside service at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201. A Life Celebration will follow at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 2228 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85213.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BYU Pathway Program in honor of his 40 years of service with the Church Education System (https://give.lds.org/byu-pathway).

Max Duane Scheel, 89 passed away peacefully at his home in Mesa, Arizona on July 10, 2019. He touched the lives of thousands as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great- great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
The son of Max and Gladys Benson Scheel, he was born on May 10, 1930 in Grand Island, Nebr. and was raised there with his three sisters Maxine and Donna (both deceased), and Beverly Nye Hindman.
As a child, he learned the value of hard work as he labored on the family farm. It was during his high school years that he developed an interest in music (played the drums in a dance band), football, and met his sweetheart Dolores Smith. They were married soon after graduation on August 1, 1948. They are the parents of 2 daughters, Cheryl (Kent Chapman), and Deborah (Randy Aagaard), and 1 son Max Douglas (Camille Bateman). After becoming active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, they were sealed as an eternal family in the Salt Lake Temple on August 5, 1955. It was at this time, they decided to move to Utah.
Max was a hardworking, entrepreneur, always looking for business opportunities. Even during his youth, he worked 2 or 3 jobs while going to school. His first business venture was a lumberyard and hardware store. From there he owned a cultured marble manufacturing and supply company, and a cabinet shop. At age 48, he decided to sell and retire, but was always looking for ways to invest, both with time and money.
Max was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. He loved teaching the gospel, and serving others. Always a friend and very likable! He served tirelessly in various church callings, including Stake High Council, High Priest Group Leader, and Bishop twice, once in Hunter, Utah and then in Midway, Utah.
After some traveling and snow-birding in Arizona, He and his sweet wife Dolores were called to serve on four missions: 1) Kirtland, Ohio area, 2) Temple Square Public Relations Directors, 3) Missionary Department (over all church visitor centers and pageants), and 4) Back to Kirtland, Ohio. Max frequently told his family and friends serving their missions were the best years of their lives!
Max will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his sweet wife of 71 years, 3 children, 15 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and 4 great- great grandchildren.
Services for Max will be Friday, July 26th, beginning with the Interment at Valley View Cemetery in West Valley, Utah. The Memorial Service will then commence at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah 84095.

Carter J. Poulsen, 67, passed away on July 16, 2019.  He was born to Owen and Ruth Poulsen in Lordsburg, New Mexico in 1952. He was the 7th of 10 children.  Carter lived a full and happy life and enjoyed many activities such as horseback riding, hunting, and camping, but above all, he loved serving others and spending every moment he could with family and loved ones. He woke up each day, committed to seeing the needs of others and acting on inspiration to help them.  Carter loved God, inspiring and caring for many along the way, serving as an LDS bishop and youth leader. He built a successful accounting firm; his clients will remember him for being caring and honest.  Later in life, he became fascinated with science and built a second career out of a hobby.  His legacy will continue on with his wife Barbara, his four children, and his 10 grandchildren.  He will not be forgotten by the many that love him. The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, July 23rd at the Gilbert AZ Stake Center, 777 East Elliot Road, Gilbert, AZ 85234.

Alana Marie Furlong, 21, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2019 in Phoenix, AZ. She was born September 2, 1997 in Middletown, CT to her parents Sheri-Lynn E. (Saban) and Duane J. Furlong Jr.. In Derry, NH, she graduated from South Range School in 2008 and Gilbert H. Hood Middle School in 2011. She attended Pinkerton Academy as a freshman.  Spending summers and part of middle school in Tolland, CT.  In 2012, she moved to Scottsdale, AZ and graduated from Primavera Online High School Class of 2015.

Growing up, she loved watching sports of all kinds;  Bruins, Patriots & Red Sox. She played travel soccer with the Derry Eagles Soccer Club and, later, ran with Tolland Eagles Cross Country team.

Alana was a caring young woman with a giving spirit. Determined and sometimes stubborn, we saw her take on the challenges of becoming an adult.  Those who loved her, comforted her through her struggles and cheered with her successes.

She was a social butterfly, always making new friends and would talk to anyone with her ‘gift of gab’.  She had an infectious smile and loved being goofy and silly.  She enjoyed going to the water park, the ocean, bowling, concerts, movies and sporting events. She was happiest when she was out with friends or spending time with family.

Alana was loved, is greatly missed and will always be cherished.

Alana is survived by her stepmother and father, Heather (Goodwin) and Duane J. Furlong Jr., sister Lorelei Furlong and step brothers Matthew and Andrew Poulin of Scottsdale, AZ;  her mother and stepfather, Sheri-Lynn (Saban) and Kevin R. Sullivan and brother Ryan Sullivan of Derry, NH; grandparents, Susan and Duane J. Furlong Sr. of West Gardiner, ME, Cressy Goodwin of Tolland, CT, Linda and Dennis M. Sullivan of Bellingham, MA, , and; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.  She was predeceased by grandparents Anne and Fredrick L. Saban and Jeanne P. Goodwin.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm on Saturday  July 27^th 2019 at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 4027 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ, 85253

In honor of her affection for animals, in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her name to the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, 2500 S 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009
www.licensepet.com.