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Lorrine,”Lorrie” Larson, 77 passed away peacefully on May 23, 2019 in Mesa, Arizona. She was married to husband Larrie for 58 years come June 24th. Lorrie led a very active life with family and friends. She is survived by her husband Larrie; sons Gregg, wife Yolanda, Grant; three grandchildren; and one great grandson.  Funeral services are Wednesday, June 5th at 10 AM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa.

Christina Marie Huston of Mesa, Arizona died May 23, 2019 following a short battle with cancer. She was born August 17, 1978 at Boise, Idaho to Edward Lon White and Diane Cleverley Prince. On September 20, 2018 she married her amazing companion, Clinton Lavar Huston.

Christy was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She knew and loved our Savior and that love showed daily by her words and deeds. Her family and friends were always in her thoughts, and she tried daily to find ways to serve them. At the time of her death, she was working at Banner Desert Hospital as a Radiology Technologist, in which she enjoyed the association of coworkers and patients alike.

She is survived by her husband, Clint of Mesa, her parents, one daughter: Kensington Brewer, three sons: Ryun Brewer, Kade Brewer, and Ryder Brewer all of Mesa, AZ, two step-sons: Bryant Huston, and Conner Huston, both of Vineyard, UT, grandparents: Richard and Barbara White, Nampa, ID, and three brothers: Nathan (Jenny) White, Nampa, ID, Jordan White, Boise, ID, and Spencer White, Kuna, ID.

Funeral services will be held Monday, May 27, 2019 at the church building located at 11121 E. Ray Road, Mesa, Bishop Mark Boyd officiating. Burial at Show Low Cemetery on Tuesday, May 28, under the direction of Bunker Family Funeral Home.

Toni Marie Corrigan, Age 51, passed away at her home in Mesa on May 15, 2019, after battling a rare neuroendocrine cancer for over a year. Toni is survived by her partner Steven Brenden, her children Kathryn Brenden, Marcus Corrigan, Selina Lewis, Brandi Corrigan and Brantly Corrigan. Her brothers Ty Lewis (sister in law Heidi), Jason Pettinato and step mother Laurie Lewis, Also by her favorite, Donald Duck. Toni was born on April 16, 1968 in Erie Pennsylvania to Ann and Clarence (Bud) Lewis and lived a full wonderful life.  During Toni’s 15-year career at various Albertsons stores, her voice could be heard across the store greeting and helping customers. Toni also found the time to train, graduate and work part-time as a Medical Assistant, continuing her passion for helping people every day.  She was devoted to her children, instilling in them a strong work ethic and a shared love of all things Disney.

A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at Grace United Methodist Church 2024 E University Dr. Mesa, Az on Saturday May 25^th at 1:00pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Phoenix Children’s Hospital are suggested.

We know that now she is truly in the happiest place.

“Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy” (Walt Disney)

Kieko ( Chiko) Kawahara Sablan, 83, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2019. She was the daughter of her predeceased parents Kyukichi and Tamayo Kawahara. She was married to her surviving husband Louis Paulino Sablan for 45 wonderful years, her surviving Sisters Kimie Miura Masako Hongo, Yaeko Endo and her brother Jorgi Kawahara. Chiko made everyone’s world brighter by knowing her. Chiko’s passion was the love of life. She was an extraordinary person who will be truly missed. She will forever be in our hearts. We will see you again in our Lord’s place. Forever loved. Rest in Peace. A small Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on May 29, 2019 at Bunker University Chapel at 3529 East University Drive in Mesa, Arizona. Online Condolences can be given at www.bunkerfuneral.com.

Thomas Piorkowski, 63, passed away on May 19, 2019 in Gilbert, Arizona.  He is survived by his loving wife Nina, Christopher (27), Cheri (19), and Charlie (17) who he adored.

Tom was loved and respected by all who knew him.  He was an avid baseball fan of the Yankees and was a devoted and fun uncle to his nieces Kelly and Megan and nephews Derek, Max, Troy, Brett, Brian, Joe, Mike, Jim and Jeff.  Oh how he cherished watching them grow and took them on baseball trips to all the stadiums in the US.

He was a loving brother to his siblings Joseph (departed), Danny, Robert, his sister Marie and sister in laws Claire and Marie.

He held the position of Director of Public Works for the town of Pembroke, MA and then for Lincoln Park, NJ for two decades.  He was passionate about his career and his work for conserving the environment. 

A celebration of life will be held in his honor on Saturday, May 25 from 3-6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Manville, NJ. 

Kristina Jo O’Toole, 51, of Mesa, Arizona; passed away on May 16, 2019.

Tina was warm and caring, adding sparkle and shine to everything she touched; always helping others to laugh and smile, telling her stories and jokes.  Tina was passionate about photography.  She loved showing us the beauty she saw in the world around her.  She was a talented and creative artist, a medical coder, a world traveler and always looking forward to any and all adventures.  Tina deeply loved her family and cherished every friend, new and old, she knew no strangers, simply spread joy and sought love.

Tina will peacefully join her Brother: Travis O’Toole and Grandparents: Max and Betty Hiatt.  She left behind her Mother: Jeanne (Hiatt) Jacobson; Father: Paul O’Toole; Sister: Nickol (Ervin) McKinney; Niece: Kelsie Walker; Nephew: Tyan Kratzer and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.  She will be watching over all of us.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, May 24^th at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa.

Tina’s video tribute may be viewed at:

https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/KMTJC9CQP73GFXT5

With close family members surrounding her, Mary Lynn Lewis Adams Tyrrel passed from mortality into the spirit world on Friday,10 May 2019 in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona.  Beloved and cherished by her family, she was held in high regard for her compassion, integrity, strength of character, and her faith in Jesus Christ.

Mary Lynn was born on Monday, 1 February 1932 to Walter Larcom Lewis and Nettie Ann Hatch Lewis in Taylor, Navajo County, Arizona.  She was the fourth of six children.  Though her family later lived for several years in Winslow and Holbrook, they returned to Taylor and she always regarded and loved Taylor as her hometown.  She attended Snowflake High School. She loved music and was a member of the Glee Club, school choir, she was also a cheer leader.. During her Senior year she met and fell in love with Leon Ray Adams.  They were married three weeks after her graduation on 14 June 1950 in Globe, Gila County, Arizona later being sealed  in the Mesa Arizona LDS Temple on 3 November 1950.  Six children  blessed  their marriage: Kerry, Dan, Del, Marolyn, Marla and Maelon.

Her family and home was her life and primary focus.  She was a wonderful mother, a meticulous housekeeper, a marvelous cook and known for her quilts, knitting, crocheting and handicrafts that she generously shared with family and friends.  She had  a remarkable memory and facility to recall names and dates, and remembered birthdays and special occasions, endearing herself to all her posterity with cards, balloons and sticks of gum. If she couldn’t sleep at night, instead of counting sheep, she would recite all the names and birthdays of her family and posterity. Her love, words of counsel and encouragement shaped several generations and blessed them with joyful memories.

Mary Lynn was a faithful, devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in a wide variety of positions in the Primary, Mutual, and Relief Society auxiliaries in ward and stake.   Positions included many leadership and teaching callings in Ward and Stake Relief Society.  How she loved and supported Relief Society and lived the motto, “Charity never faileth”, all her life. She was a member of the Singing Mothers.   She also loved and was actively involved in Temple ordinance work and tried to visit as many temples she could. She loved traveling and took many trips.

Though she was self-conscious of her perceived limited formal education, she was an avid reader with wide-ranging interests. She never tired of gaining knowledge. After her children married, she spent hours reading to her husband when they traveled together.  Later, she attended Mesa Community College.  She actively supported her first husband, Leon Adams, in his many business activities, and served as a corporate officer in several corporations.  She was also involved in political affairs serving as a precinct committeeman and captain for many years.  She promoted principles of freedom and liberty and was a staunch defender of the U.S. Constitution.

For the first several years of her marriage she and her husband and children traveled to various construction jobs.  They lived in a mobile home that they parked in various Arizona towns like Taylor, Globe, Casa Grande, Florence, Apache Junction and Coolidge so that they were close to the construction projects that Leon was working on..  In 1955 they located into a lovely new home in Chandler, Arizona.  In 1960, the family relocated to Apache Junction, Arizona where they finished raising their six children, and lived in the same house for 33 years.  After Leon suffered a disabling stroke in 1992, she nursed and cared for him for nearly five years, until his death on 29 March,1997. Mary Lynn then resided at various locations, alternating with family members in Arizona, Utah and Missouri.

She met and married Jerry Tyrrel in December of 2002, and they made their residence at his farm in the tiny town in Osborn, Missouri.  In 2004 she and Jerry relocated 17 miles east of Kingman, Arizona for two years working for Mineral Mountain Mining. They relocated to St. George, Utah for several years, then in February 2010 they moved to Tempe, Arizona, where they resided until Mary Lynn’s death.  Jerry and Mary Lynn had a special relationship, loving and supporting each other for over 16 years. Even with all the moves, Mary Lynn made lasting friends where ever she lived and was very active in the church and community, whether great or small.

She is survived by her husband Jerry H. Tyrrel, her children Kerry (Ellen), Danny, Del Adams, Marla (Randall) Vaughan and Maelon (Steve) Vaughan, 28 grandchildren, and 88+ great-grandchildren, her brother Farrell W. Lewis, sisters Carol (Terry) Holliday and Virginia (Dallas) Stock, sisters-in-law Louise Nielsen, Margaret Adams, Gaye Adams, Evelyn Johnson, Betty (Dan) Haws and Nelda (Ben) Davis and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  She is preceded in death by her husband Leon Adams, her daughter Marolyn (Robert) Burk, her great-grandson Jonathan Manwaring, her parents, her sisters Doreen Stuart and Thelma Jean Lewis, sister-in-law Irene Lewis, parents-in-law Joe and Belle Adams, brothers-in-law Hal, Lavoy and Mel Adams, James Chapman, Dale Johnson, Pete Thompson, Lonnie Larson, Virgil Stuart, and Harold Rapier.

Mary Lynn was both self-motivated and motivating, yet humble, having no idea how many people she touched with her endless love and affection. She enjoyed the beauties and refinements of life. She prevailed in her faith, even in life’s greatest challenges. She loved the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and bore a fervent testimony of the risen Lord and of the eternal plan of salvation.  She  loved unconditionally and all were welcome in her home.  She is loved and missed by so many.

There is a visitation Sunday, May 26, 2019 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. Funeral services are Monday, May 27, 2019 at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Tempe Stake Center, 2707 S. College Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282. Interment is Monday, May 27, 2019 at 4 PM at the Reed Hatch Memorial Cemetery, 400 Center Street, Taylor, AZ 85939.

Margaret Eldeen (Porter) Rodgers, 87, passed away peacefully at the Quail Park Senior Living community in Gilbert, Arizona on May 2, 2019. Marge leaves behind 2 Children, 8 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandkids.

She with her late husband Harry moved to Arizona from Simi Valley, California around 33 years ago, where they were active members of the Fountain of the Sun retirement community in Mesa, until Harry’s passing in 2014.

During their time there they organized and personally lead numerous wonderful trips domestically and around the world for their friends and neighbors in FOS. They were also known for their famous Christmas Parties.

After her Husband Harry passed, Marge stayed in FOS for a year, before moving to Brookdale Springs, then Cooper Creek, Emerald Grove (after a surgery) and finally into Quail Park Senior Living in Gilbert, which she loved and spent her final days.

While raising their kids Marge and Harry were avid campers, boaters and off-road motorcycle enthusiast. After their kids grew, they gave up two wheels for off-road dune buggies, then spent years traveling in their motorhomes seeing the country.

Marge was born on December 2, 1931 in Los Angeles, California. She was the oldest of 3 children.  She lived in the San Fernando Valley north of Los Angeles until she married her first husband Mark Depew. They had 4 children, but lost 2 sons at a young age. Mark passed away in 1962, and she married Harry in 1963, who was a friend that both she and Mark knew well.

She is survived by her son David Rodgers and daughter Linda Mascari, who both now live locally here in Arizona.

Marge lived a full and happy life, with a very caring, understanding personality who always had something sweet and valuable to say. She could also put a smile on anyone’s face.

Services for Marge will be held at 11:00am on May 18, 2019 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Driftwood Building, 1483 North Driftwood, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Card or letters should be sent to: Dave Rodgers, 1309 N Mission Cover Ln, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Marilyn Ann (Webb) Guerrette, 1936 –  2019, Gibert, AZ –

Marilyn Ann Guerrette, 82, died Tuesday, May 14, 2019 residing in Generations at Agritopia, where she was lovingly cared for by the Memory Care Center staff.  She was born in Gardiner, Maine on December 28, 1936, a daughter of the late Arthur A. Webb and Bernice (Wilson) Webb.

Marilyn attended Gardiner area schools, and worked at the Gardiner Shoe Factory.  While employed there she met the love of her life, William G. Guerrette Sr., and they were soon married November 8, 1958. During their 60+ years together they welcomed 7 children, 30 grandchildren, and 25 great-grandchildren (and still counting!)

Marilyn was predeceased by her son Steven Walter Guerrette, her parents, her sister Alice Webb and her younger brother Jack Webb.  She is survived by her husband, William G. Guerrette Sr. of Chelsea, Maine, her son William Guerrette and wife Theresa of Pittston, her son Dennis Guerrette of Manchester, her son Glen Guerrette and wife Kim of Augusta, her daughter Kathy Rollender and husband Bill of Gilbert, AZ, her daughter Michele Stanley and husband Ron of Gilbert, AZ and her daughter Melinda Jean and husband Mike of Tempe AZ.  She is also survived by her older brother Charles Webb of Florida.

Marilyn was known as “Nana” to her loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who cherish memories of visiting with Nana and Papa at their camp in Maine.  Nana loved to welcome all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with hugs, cookies, her smile and kind words.

Marilyn was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for 55 years.  She loved and was loved in return by her many Brothers and Sisters in the Gospel at the Farmingdale Ward.  Her family and friends will attest that Marilyn was a woman without guile, who embodied the teachings of her Savior to “Love One Another”.  We have faith that our Heavenly Father will welcome her with open arms for her faithful life as a daughter of God.

Visitation will be held Saturday, May 18th from 5pm to 7pm at Bunker Family Funeral Home at 3529 East University Drive in Mesa, AZ.  A second viewing will be Friday, May 24th, from 6pm to 8pm at Staples Funeral Home in Gardiner, Maine.  The family will hold a Memorial Service on Saturday, July 6th at 10am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 4 Hasson Street in Farmingdale, Maine.  Her family invites any who were touched by Marilyn’s wonderful smile and kind nature to join us.

Walter Duane Jones passed away May 13,2019 after an extended illness.  Dad was born on September 3, 1935 in the mountain town of Clear Creek, Utah to Walter and Marie Cook Jones. 

He attended schools in Carbon County.  He spent his childhood roaming the hills, swimming in Scofield reservoir and of course skiing down the mountain & off rooftops during the winter.  He attended the College of Eastern Utah.  Dad was a computer programmer and spent his career working for Kennecott Copper, Thiokol and finally retiring from Defense Depot in Ogden, Utah where he spent numerous years and accumulated numerous awards for his service.  Dad spent each fall hunting in the mountains around Clear Creek with his dad, brothers and all of the kids & nephews. 

Walt married his sweetheart Evelyn Brown in 1959 until her death in 2005.   Several years after her death he was introduced to Vivian Grako.  Together they spent the last 12 years together traveling around the world & US while living in Mesa, Arizona until his death.  She was a very special companion to him & they loved each other dearly.

Walt is survived by his son Darwin (Patty) Jones, daughter Linda Sauer, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, brother John (Mary) Jones.  He was preceded in death by son Ken (Sharon) Aaron and daughter Patsy (Gary) Larsen, brothers Raymond Faulkner, Vernon (Karen) Jones and his parents.

To all of his friends & people he worked with, too many to name, thank you for the friendship and relationships that he enjoyed with all of you.  He will be dearly missed by all and especially his family.

I would like to thank all of the doctors & nurses at Banner Hospital that worked so hard to make sure he was taken care of during his stays.  A special thank you to Pedro, Lara and Mark at Desert Springs Assisted Living for the care given up until his death.

Per dads request he will be cremated and asked that there be no funeral or viewing.  His ashes will be spread in the high Uinta mountains of Utah alongside of his wife Evelyn and son Ken.

Edward Arthur Watson passed away on May 6, 2019 at his home in Mesa, Arizona.  Ed was born on July 29, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois to Arthur and Crystal Watson.  Although Ed never married, he lived a full and exciting life.

After graduating high school, Ed held several jobs before joining the Navy and then the Naval Reserves.  He attended Gustavus Adolphus College for two years and worked for Illinois Bell (AT&T) until his retirement.  After retiring, Ed moved to Scottsdale, Az where he lived for 27 years before moving to Mesa in 2018.

His passions were family, flying, friends, firearms, and the military.  He was very devoted to his mother for the remainder of her life.  He and his brother Richard not only had family in common, but also military service.  Together, they enjoyed spending time on military themed vacations.  He was a life-long member of the American Legion. Ed maintained contact with his nephews John and Philip and niece Julia in the Chicago area.  He maintained relationships with family in Oregon and made visits for special occasions. Ed spent many hours with his family members in Mesa and Phoenix and especially enjoyed the children, Haylee, Lillee and Emilee Jones.

Ed was an avid pilot and loved to fly!  He flew most of his life and over the last few years flew every holiday morning because, he said, “everyone else was celebrating the holiday and he was the only one at the airport”.  He was very proud of being able to maintain his pilot’s license.

Ed had lots of acquaintances and friends.  Few people can say they have had a close relationship spanning 60+ years, but Ed did.  He and Chris Makris had such a friendship and Ed truly treasured it.

Ed enjoyed collecting and shooting firearms, was a member of local shooting clubs and a proud member of the NRA.  He took every opportunity to load a few firearms in his SUV and head for the firing range.

Ed was proceeded in death by his father and mother, Arthur and Crystal Fisher Watson, sister Marian Maher, and brother Richard Watson.  He is survived by Nephews John and Phillip Maher, Richard Watson Jr. and nieces Julia Watson Dombrowski and Christy Watson, as well as numerous cousins spread throughout the country.

Ed was a unique and caring individual who will be missed by his family and friends.

Funeral arrangements have been made through Bunker’s Garden Chapel in Mesa, Arizona (www.bunkerfuneral.com).

Funeral service with military honors will be held at 9:00AM on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

Please consider donations to the Salvation Army.

On Monday May 6, 2019 at the age 77, Jerome “Jerry” Felix Birgen died at his home in Gilbert, Arizona under hospice care. Jerry was born on November 1, 1941 to Felix and Lavina Birgen and was the third child of seven siblings. Jerry’s early years were spent helping his father on the farm and receiving a high school education from Beresford High School. Due to the early death of his parents, the seven children learned lessons on independence and perseverance by raising themselves.

At age 20, Jerry was in a corn picking accident which resulted in the loss of his right arm and fingers of his left hand. Raising younger siblings and operating the farm was a team effort by two older sisters, neighbors, and relatives for the next ten years. On February 17, 1968, Jerry married Patricia Stoner and this union led to the birth of their two sons, Mike and Chris.

Operating the farm became a family journey. Jerry took the role as head of production, marketing, and resources while growing the farm operation to over a million-dollar business. Due to the change in the agriculture industry, Jerry recognized the need to provide for his family in a different way. He enrolled in Lake Area Technical Institute in Watertown, South Dakota and received an Associates Banking and Finance degree. 

After graduating, Jerry worked two years as a conservationist for the government, while utilizing his farming background. Jerry led public relations for FEMA as an outreach specialist and served as District National Motor Club representative. Upon moving to Arizona, he worked as an insurance verification specialist for McKesson until his death.

Jerry will be missed deeply by his wife, Pat; two sons, Mike (Tina) Birgen of Brookings, SD and Chris (Dawn) Birgen of Gilbert, AZ; three granddaughters, Breanna, Brittany and Ella; six siblings; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brother-in-law’s.

ROSARY AND PRAYER SERVICE: Celebrated by Fr. David Roehrich, Rosary – 5:30 p.m., Prayer Service – 6:00 p.m., Thursday, June 6, 2019 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, Beresford, South Dakota

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Celebrated by Fr. David Roehrich, 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 7, 2019 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, Beresford, South Dakota

With loving wife and daughters surrounding him, Charles Kenneth Groscost passed on May 7^th, 2019.  He was a truly wonderful individual.  Ken was born on June 13^th, 1931 to Charles Arthur Lewis Groscost and Maud Elizabeth George Groscost in Logan, Utah.  He was the middle child of 5.  When he was 9 years old his family moved to Tooele, Utah where he spent the rest of his youth.  Ken married Catherine Smith on August 28^th, 1958 in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple.  His love for Catherine is legendary.  They were married for over 60 years.  He had a generous spirit and encouraged his children in their interests.  He taught his family to serve, love others, and have fun!  He would most want to be remembered as a man who adored his wife and family, and spent his life serving them, encouraging them, and creating wonderful, fun memories with them.

Ken was a navigator in the Air Force and served with the Strategic Air Command.  He loved flying and piloting his own private planes.  Ken graduated with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology from Brigham Young University and pursued extensive post graduate work at Arizona State University.  A psychologist by profession, he had a passion for helping at risk children and worked for 40 years both for the public schools and in private practice.  Many have expressed gratitude for his insights and counsel.  Ken had many skills and he built three beautiful homes for his family in Tooele, Utah, Mesa, Arizona and Port Townsend, Washington.  He and Catherine’s retirement to Washington State were 20 truly golden years. One of their greatest joys was having family and friends visit and enjoy hiking in the woods, walking on the beach, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, clamming and beach combing with them.  He enjoyed many activities, including: reading, family history, travel, wood carving, playing the trumpet, singing, writing poetry, story-telling, and gardening.

Ken was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  He served two missions for the church, first in the Eastern States Mission as a young man and later with his wife Catherine in Kirtland, Ohio.  Ken loved the temple and served as an ordinance worker.  He also loved missionary work and sought opportunities to teach the gospel of Jesus Christ to the end of his life.  He read scripture every day until it was no longer possible. His testimony of the power and atonement of Jesus Christ is sure.  His gratitude, faith, and devotion to our Lord and Savior never faltered.  The gospel of Jesus Christ gave meaning, guidance and peace to him throughout his long and blessed life.

Ken is survived by his wife Catherine and his children; Elizabeth (Wayne) Carroll, Kristen (Joel) Babbitt, Amy Groscost, and daughter-in-law Dana Groscost, his grandchildren; Noelle (Brandon) Shobe, Charles “Chad” (Whitney) Groscost, Logan Groscost, Reagan (Aaron) Favreau, Gunnar (Bekah) Groscost, Griffin Groscost, Jesse Groscost, Jill (Eric) Burgoyne, Nathan (Arielle) Carroll, Leighton (Mari) Carroll, Matthew Kenneth (Anna) Carroll, Catherine Carroll, Xander Babbit, James Babbitt, Anna Babbitt and Joseph Babbitt.  He is also survived by 13 great-grand children, a brother James (Colleen) Groscost, sisters-in-law; MaryAnn Smith and Vivian Groscost, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his sons; Gregory Charles Groscost and Jeffrey Smith Groscost, a sister Barbara Thomas, brothers; Keith Groscost and John Groscost, brothers-in-law; Nicholas Smith and Kenneth Thomas, and sister-in-law Kathleen Groscost.

We love him deeply. We will miss him always. We are absolutely overjoyed for him.

We are grateful for all those who so lovingly cared for Ken during his last days, especially Shanon Herrera who was with us during his final hours.

Schedule for services:

Viewing: Thursday, May 16^th – 5:00-7:30 p.m. at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ

Interment: Friday, May 17^th – 10:00 a.m., at Mesa City Cemetery, Center St. Entrance, 1212 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ

Visitation: Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th,  – 10:30 a.m., Memorial Service – 12:00 p.m., LDS South Stake Center, 2334 E. Pueblo Ave., Mesa, AZ

Ronald Gregory Watkins “Ferst”, born January 6, 1983, passed away on May 3, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. The things he loved most were his family, girlfriend, dog, friends, food, and art. Ronny’s heart was filled with an unconditional and non-judgmental love for all.

Ronny is survived by; parents, Greg and Sonya; two brothers, Justen and Jimmie; girlfriend, Yuna Choe; 5 nephews, Tanner, Lucas, Jaxson, Colby, and Charlie. He is preceded in death by a niece Dannie Jo.

A memorial service will be held in his honor: A visitation will be held at 6:00pm on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. For more information, please visit https://bunkerfuneral.com.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Friday, May 10, 2019 at the chapel for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 495 S Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234. There will be a family visitation beginning one hour prior to the funeral service at 9:00am.

After the funeral, a graveside service will be at 12:00pm noon at City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201. Grave location will be in the “North View Area” section 1453 of the cemetery. For a map to the location within the cemetery, please use the map at City of Mesa Cemetery and look towards the top of the map.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Anasazi Foundation.

Wendy Rae Kunz Ingebrigtsen, 64, passed away peacefully at her home on May 6th, 2019. She spent her last days surrounded by her best friend Sam, her children, family and close friends.

Wendy led a life full of love and laughter. All who knew her will remember passion for music, games, yarn and gadgets. She is survived by her parents, Wendell and Verla Kunz, and her 7 siblings. Her most prized possessions though, were her 5 children and 22 grandchildren; Aaron Ingebrigtsen, Shantal and Brian Brake (8), Katrina and Rich Nelson (8), Matthew and Amiee Ingebrigtsen (4), Tamra and Russell Wright (2).

Services will be held on Saturday May 11th, 2019 at the church building on Extension and 6th Avenue. 616 S Extension Road Mesa, AZ 85210.

The family requests that in lieu of traditional black, please wear bright colors that remind you of Wendy. If sending flowers or plants, please use Watson’s Flower Shop on main and have delivery set for the church on Saturday between 7:30-9:30am.

Our beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, Paul Allen Marsh, passed away in his home in St. George, UT on May 3, 2019.

            He was born on July 26, 1938 in SLC, UT. Paul graduated from East High School and earned an MBA degree from the University of Utah.  His career traversed Hi-Land Dairy, California Security Bank, Walker Bank, Ford Motor Company, U-Haul, Turnmar Development, and SunRiver. He worked in banking, in corporate finance and treasury, and in real estate development. He and his family lived in SLC, UT, Pasadena, CA, Dearborn, MI, Mesa, AZ, and St. George, UT.

            He served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Australia Mission. He loved to serve in the church and did so in various callings including: Stake Missionary, High Counselor, Branch Presidency Counselor, Bishopric Counselor, and Bishop. He and his wife, also served a mission to Edinburgh, Scotland.

            He was physically active to the very end. He loved to golf, especially with his brothers and his sons. He was an Eagle Scout, enjoyed family history, spending time in the temple, and trying to keep track of all his grandchildren. He was forever a supporter and perfect example of love, kindness and service. 

            He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary LuJean Taggart Marsh; also by siblings: Grant (Edie) Marsh, Ralph (Judy) Marsh, and Mary Lynne (Gary) Sargent; sister-in-law, Cynthia Marsh; and his children: Allen (Karen) Marsh, John (Keri) Marsh, Jim (Adelia) Marsh, Suzie (David) Perkinson, Rusty (Rachel) Marsh, Jeannie (Trevor) Lowry, Tony (Natalie) Marsh, Joy (Jay) Shelby, and 35 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

            He was preceded in death by his parents, Thirl and Mary Marsh, and his brother, Bill Marsh. 

            A visitation will be held Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at the SunRiver Angel Arch Bldg., 1483 W. Angel Arch Drive, St. George, UT. Funeral Services will be held May 11, 2019 at 11:00 am, with a visitation prior to services at 9:30 am at the South Jordan River Ridge 8th Ward Bldg, 1409 W. Shields Lane, South Jordan, UT. Interment will be at the Larkin Sunset Lawns Cemetery in SLC.