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LaVon “Bonnie” Ashcroft Jackson
September 5, 1917 - January 1, 2019

Our beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, LaVon “Bonnie” Ashcroft Jackson, left this earthly home on January 1, 2019 for a better one. She was born on September 5, 1917 in Ramah, New Mexico to Paris Ira Ashcroft and Rachel Butler. She was raised in a wonderful, loving home, having been taught the principles of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

She attended school in Eagar, Arizona, and graduated high school as Valedictorian. When an opportunity came for her to attend Beauty College in Los Angeles, California, she was blessed to live with her sister and brother-in-law, Maurine and Pearl White. After her graduation, she returned to Eagar, AZ, where she began dating Frank Leslie Jackson. They were married and sealed in the Salt Lake City, Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Les was with the U.S. Forest Service, stationed in Springerville, AZ. Being a Reserve Officer in the Army Air Corps, Les was called to serve in WWII. By this time, Les and had two daughters and a third one on the way. LaVon’s sister, Fern Merrill, was also left with two daughters while her husband was also serving in WWII. So, the two sisters stayed with each other with their now, five little blonde daughters.

Les, as a Major, was released from serving when WWII ended. They lived in Utah for a short while, then moved to New Mexico, and then to Arizona, having been transferred a lot since Les was again working for the Forest Service. He and our dear mother served together faithfully in many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints wherever they lived.

On December 17, 1969, Les lost his life in an unfortunate accident near Payson, AZ, as he was working for the Forest Service. This left our mother, LaVon, a widow for a number of years. Our two brothers, Norman and Karl, were still in school. She was able to work in the Mesa, AZ temple and served a mission for the Church in Pennsylvania.

After many years, LaVon was blessed to meet another fine man, LaMont Potter, and they were married until he passed away in 2002. They had also served faithfully together in many callings, which included a mission for the Church to the Houston East Texas Mission, as well as working in the Family History Center in Mesa, AZ.

LaVon loved attending the temple faithfully; meeting with her two brothers, a sister, and a sister-in-law each week to enjoy Mexican food and play Triple Yahtzee. She was well known for sending birthday cards and notes to everyone with her heartfelt love for their birthday, and if you were lucky, some money! When new babies were born in the family, she made baby blankets and crocheted around the edges. She was a marvelous cook and no one ever went hungry in her home! She taught the Old Testament in the first Church Seminary in Douglas, AZ. Attending the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers was an event LaVon looked forward to each month. Reading all the Scriptures and many other good books was one of her passions.

LaVon was always so grateful for her marvelous posterity and loved each one. Her parents taught her to love one another and to “always say good things about each other.” She is survived by three daughters, Charlotte (Archdeacon), Donna Kaye (Larkin), and Rachel Elaine (Beech); two sons, Norman and Karl Jackson; her brothers, Henry, Ronald, and Rulon Ashcroft; two sisters, Fern (Ashcroft) Merrill and Mary (Ashcroft) Crosby; 23 grandchildren; 80 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held at the Mesa South Stake Center from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Friday, January 4, 2019 at 2334 E Pueblo, Mesa, AZ 85204. The funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the same location, with a second visitation prior to the service from 9:00 to 10:15am. Interment will be Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery, 719 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009.

Our grateful appreciation to Prime Care Hospice, especially Kathy, Kristina, Geneva, Beatrice, Ashley, and Janelle.

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Cornelia “Nena” Brown LeSueur
September 6, 1918 - December 28, 2018

Cornelia “Nena” Brown LeSueur passed away peacefully through the veil, to be reunited with her husband after a 48-year separation, in her home on December 28, 2018 – the home she lived in for 70 years.

Nena was born at home on September 6, 1918, to Donald and Cornelia Brown, in Miami, Arizona. She was the third of six children. She married William Wallace LeSueur on July 29, 1940, in the Manti Utah Temple. She spent most of her 100+ years in Mesa, where she and her husband, Wallace LeSueur, raised their six children with love. Her life was devoted to serving – in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, her family, and her community.

In a day when few women went to college, Nena graduated with a degree in education from Arizona State Teacher’s College (now ASU) and taught school while her husband served in the military during WWII. She and her husband built a business together – LeSueur’s Men’s Store – that served Mesa for many years, including outfitting many missionaries.

Nena is survived by her children, Arlene Flake (Gerald), Bill (Nancy), Keith (Kathy), Denna Denton (Marc), Jay (Carol), and Darrel (Teresa); 206 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren and spouses; and one sister, Donna Ruth Gair (Bruce). She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace; three brothers; one sister; and one grandson, William Wallace LeSueur II.

Funeral services will be held on January 12, 2019 at 11:00am at the Solomon Ward, 977 East Broadway Road, Mesa, Arizona 85204. There will be no visitation prior to the service, however, family and friends are invited to meet in the cultural hall to visit after the service. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

The family is very appreciative of all of the service rendered to our mother over the last few years of her failing health.

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Rosemary Stillion
June 7, 1929 - December 28, 2018

It was a sad day for the family of Rosemary Stillion, who passed away on Friday, Dec 28, 2018. Mom lived a long wonderful life of 89 years. She is survived by her husband, Robert, who shared 71 wonderful years with her. They built a life they cherished.

Together they had three sons, David, Daniel, and Douglas; 11 grandchildren, Jennifer, Belinda, Alyson, Jeffrey, Whitney, Amber, Lucus, Aaron, Paul, Jayme, Christy, Keeley, and Elise; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

Rosemary was born in Arkansas and came to Arizona with her Mom and Dad and six siblings in 1934 and settled in the Phoenix area. She met Robert at the age of 18 when he got out of the Navy, and they were married in 1947. She and Robert settled on the west side of Phoenix and made this their home for the next 67 years. To the very end, they held hands, smooched, and had to be in bed every night together up until their last night together on Christmas Eve. They had an amazing love story.

Rosemary is the last of her six siblings to pass. She has missed them dearly over the last 15 years and finally she is home with them and her parents, Claude and Virgie. She was gracious, loving, and caring with her family, even when her time was close.

Rose loved being a homemaker, wife, and mother. She loved being active in her kids’ activities like cub scouts, sports, and hosting her son’s many friends that came in and out of the house over the years. She loved taking trips with her young family. Her favorite trips were to San Diego, the White Mountains, and Yellowstone. Later in life, she cherished her trip with just her and Robert to Hawaii and loved her trips to Las Vegas with Robert to mingle with her huge family. Rose and Robert’s 70th Anniversary was so special last year as they celebrated their long love affair with the entire family.

Rose was known for her sweet nature but could also be very outspoken and funny. She loved to laugh. Once, on a trip to Vegas with her son David and daughter-in-law Debbie, doing a fun little question and answer game, Rose and Robert were asked, “If you could spend one night with someone and not feel any guilty feelings later, who would that be?” Robert quickly answered, “Why it would be with the lovely lady of course,” referring to Rose. Then when asked the same question, Rose immediately answered “Bill Clinton.” Of course, realizing what she had just said, she quickly said, “I would just want to talk – that’s all! But he is HOT!!” That brought on lots of laughter, as it often did when she laughed at herself.

Rosemary Stillion was a grand lady….who adored and was adored. We shall miss her all our days….

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Harold “Dean” Adams
February 10, 1925 - December 27, 2018

Harold Dean Adams, 93, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2018 in Chandler, Arizona. Harold Dean (better known as Dean to family, friends, and co-workers) was born in Drinkwater, Saskatchewan, Canada on February 10, 1925.

After several years on the family wheat farm, Dean became employed as a mechanic at the Consumers Co-operative Oil Refinery in Regina, Saskatchewan. He went on to become the Chief Maintenance Supervisor in charge of keeping the refinery complex equipment and operation running smoothly. He held this position until he retired.

Dean was known for his ability to build and fix just about everything. A talented welder, mechanic, and woodworker, he built everything from camping trailers to precision furniture and grandfather clocks. His creativity was well known.

After retirement, he and Mary travelled the world seeing Europe, Russia, the Caribbean, Egypt, and Israel. While able, they travelled to Arizona twice per year to visit their son. On these visits, he always brought his work clothes and would work on household projects, including remodeling and cabinetry. Kathy appreciated his fine work.

Dean and his wife Mary, who preceded him in 2017, moved in 2011 to Mesa, Arizona to be near their son, Dr. Larry Adams, a Mesa dentist. He enjoyed family get-togethers, where he could be surrounded by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also loved the Diamondbacks and followed the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.

Dean is survived by his only child, Dr. Larry Adams and wife Kathy, of Gilbert, Arizona; seven grandchildren; and twenty-one great-grandchildren.

A visitation for family members will be held on Friday, January 4, 2019 at 12:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201. Following the visitation, a graveside service will be held at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

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David E. Johnson
September 17, 1947 - December 9, 2018

David E. Johnson was born in Hastings, Nebraska on September 17, 1947 and passed from this life on December 9, 2018 after a lingering illness due to the effects of Agent Orange. David graduated from St. Cecelia High School in 1965. He attended Milford Technical College and obtained his license as an electrician. David was member of the 295th Ordinance and his entire company was called up and sent to Vietnam in 1968.

David married Marian Fox on April 3, 1982 in Grand Junction, Colorado. They resided in Grand Junction for three years and then moved to Arizona in 1985, where they have since resided.

David had an interesting life and was always ready for new challenges. He started a number of businesses – DE Johnson Electric, Federal Welding, and Blackstone – and did unusual projects for the government. David and Marian owned Jomar Management and David also became a realtor and sold small businesses in Prescott and Maricopa County and was a member of 1 Million Dollar Transactions. David and MarKetta sold ammo cans and military items at the Gun Shows and provided investigation information to Carpenter Hazlewood Law Firm.

David is survived by his wife of 36 years, Marian Johnson; brother-in-law, Lee Hoy; daughter, MarKetta Roemke; son-in-law, Gregory Roemke; grandchildren, Alexandra, Arianna, and Christian Roemke; son, Brent Johnson; daughter-in-law, Jullee; grandchildren, Toni and Stephen Johnson; brother, Dan Johnson; sister-in-law, Joni Johnson; sister, Darlene Clinch; brother-in-law, Terry Clinch; and nieces, Tawni and Leesa Clinch. David was preceded in death by his father and mother, Edgar and Lillian Johnson.

David was active in programs with the VA and participated in the pilot program for PTSD. He also participated in the Nurses Program for the VA. David was chosen to go on the Freedom Bird trip, where Vietnam vets were taken to Washington, DC and had the opportunity to visit the Wall. This trip was very helpful to David, especially the Welcome Home Party that Vietnam vets did not receive upon their return home.

David gave all that he had for his country. Agent Orange, which he contracted in Vietnam, was the cause for his medical issues and ultimately his death.

A Celebration of Life was held Sunday, December 16, 2018. The interment of his cremated remains will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona at 1:00pm.

David will be greatly missed.

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Camille Leanna LeGrady
October 7, 1984 - December 26, 2018

Camille Leanna LeGrady, 43, of Mesa, Arizona; passed away on December 26, 2018. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, January 4th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 933 East Brown Road in Mesa.

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Cherril Cluff Naegle
June 30, 1930 - December 26, 2018

Cherril Cluff Naegle of Mesa, Arizona passed away on December 26, 2018 at the age of 88.  Cherril was born on June 30, 1930 in Central, AZ. She eventually moved to Mesa, AZ and graduated from Mesa High School. She was married Jack Naegle. Cherril’s family and faith were most important to her throughout her entire life. She was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many organizations within the Church.

Cherril was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; her daughter, Shellie Deatherage; her son, Jack G. Naegle; and her sister, Joann. She is survived by her brother, Wayne Cluff (Velvalee); daughters, Connie Smith (Jerald) and Vickie Wright (Ken); daughter-in-law, Cathie Naegle; and son-in-law, Danny Deatherage. Her grandchildren are as follows: Tammie and Brandon Clark, Randy and Tracy Wright, Tara and Bryan Lines, Heidi and John Biship, Jacqueline and Brian Wilbur, Dustin Naegle, Colton and Brittney Deatherage, Ashlynn Stapley, and Shelbie Deatherage. She has twenty great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Cherril was loved by so many and will be dearly missed.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201. There will be a second visitation at 9:00am on Friday, January 4, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Beverly Ward Building, 1054 West 2nd Place, Mesa, Arizona 85201, with the funeral services beginning at 10:00am. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

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Charles Edward Jones
June 12, 1935 - December 20, 2018
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Bobbie Lee Sechman
June 11, 1937 - December 24, 2018

Bobbie Lee Sechman, who lived in Mooresville, Indiana for many years, was born on June 11, 1937. He passed away on December 24, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona, where he spent the winter months. He was a proud US Army veteran. Bob spent most of his working years as a maintenance supervisor in an automotive bearing company, and was very mechanically inclined. He could fix most anything. His hobbies included woodworking and he loved to travel.

Bob is survived by his wife of 59 years, Martha; son, David (Sandra); daughter, Dawn Stahl (Chris); six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Fannie Sechman, and his sister, Peggy Hutchins.

There will be no funeral service, but a memorial service will be held in May in Indiana

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Lois Marie Logue
10/03/1934 - 12/24/2018

 

 

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Lois Marie Logue, age 84, died on Dec. 24, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona, from heart complications and pancreatic cancer.  She was born Lois Marie Berg on Oct. 3, 1934 in Cecil, Wisconsin to Milt and Minn Berg. Lois had two sisters; Beverly Fisher of Washington, IL, and Janice Berg, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, who are now deceased. Lois has one brother, Bill Berg, who lives in Longview, Washington.

Lois is survived by her three daughters: Linda Pellegrini, of Mesa, Arizona, Lori Franceschina, of Newcastle, Washington, and Lisa Logue, of Ocean Shores, Washington. Lois has three granddaughters: Lindsey Pellegrini, of Gilbert, Arizona, Kirstie Franceschina, of Denver, Colorado, and Emily Romero, of Billings, Montana. She also has two great granddaughters: Mia Pellegrini Simon (9) and Kamdyn Redding (10 mos.), who live with their Mother, Lindsey Pellegrini in Gilbert, Arizona.

Lois’s family moved from Wisconsin, where her father was a teacher, to Ryderwood, Washington in 1948.  Lois graduated from Ryderwood High School before attending Chehalis Community College and then Central Washington University, which was called Washington State Teachers College then.  Lois met her first husband, Robert “Bob” Logue there and was a cheerleader and homecoming queen at the college.  Lois married Bob in 1954 and they started their family in the Bow Vista/SeaTac area of South Seattle.  Her husband’s career took them back to Ellensburg, Washington, in 1961, where Bob served as the Registrar at Central Washington University. They moved back to Seattle again in 1964, where Bob took on the Dean of Students position at the newly formed Seattle Community College.

Lois started back to work from being a homemaker in 1971 and rose quickly in position stature, as she completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and an MBA at City University at night. Lois was the Northwest Regional Manager of Office Systems for ITT Rayonier, Inc. in Seattle from 1977-81. She then began as a Manager with Boeing Aerospace in the early 80’s and managed several different divisions over eleven years, ending her career with retirement as the Manager of Lobby Services and Administrative Services at Boeing. Lois and Bob divorced after 34 years of marriage and Lois married Don Griffith in 1995.  Lois and Don moved to Sun Lakes, Arizona in 2000. That marriage ended after five years and Lois married Bill Blanchard in 2007. They had a beautiful life and home together until Bill’s death in 2011 from sudden lung cancer.

During their marriage, Lois started a second career with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Chandler, AZ, as a real estate agent. She loved her friends and colleagues at Coldwell Banker.

Lois’s flare for home decorating and art made her home a showplace, where she loved to entertain her friends and family.  Lois was incredibly generous, creative and always lovely! She made events as her home gorgeous and fun. Lois had a glow about her that made being around her special. She was a wonderful example of a beautiful, smart, accomplished and elegant woman.

In 2015, Lois moved to the new Assisted Care facility at the Renaissance in San Lakes and sold her home.  She loved the residents and staff at the Renaissance and really enjoyed her time there. In April of 2018, Lois had a health emergency, which required her to move to Emerald Groves Central in Mesa, to receive a higher level of care and to be closer to her oldest daughter, Linda, who lives in Mesa.

Even during the end of her life in assisted care facilities, the staff always commented on how sweet, lovely and elegant Lois was. Lois will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, located at 23914 S. Alma School Rd., in Chandler, AZ.  There will be a small reception following the service in the church’s Fellowship Room.

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Alice Ann Hansen
December 19, 1928 - December 10, 2018

Alice Ann Hansen passed away in her home in Mesa, Arizona early Monday, December 10, 2018. She was a few days away from her 90th birthday.

With her passing the world lost a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a teacher, a lover of books, but most of all a woman who loved people. She held no predetermined differentiation between races or genders, ages or accents. She welcomed into her home people from all backgrounds, religions, and points of view. She demonstrated a love for diversity, kindness, and wisdom, and was gracious to those who had not reached her level of maturity in those areas.

Her life began in Nebraska where she was the second in a family of seven children. Early on, the family relocated to Elk Horn, Iowa, where the Griffiths met the Hansen family, which would eventually change the course of many lives, and create the foundation for many more.

Alice graduated from Iowa State University in Ames with a degree in Education. In 1951 her first major adventure began as she and a friend took jobs in Washington D.C. working in the Department of the Navy. After working there for a few years, she returned to Iowa where she had accepted a teaching position. Alice married Kirk Hansen on June 10, 1954 and they began their lives together.

Five children were a product of their union, beginning with Heidi, then Pete, Erik, Chris, and Eve.

In 1972 the family moved to Mesa, Arizona, where Kirk was principal of Kino Junior High school for 22 years. There were many great years and memories developed in Mesa, where each of the kids graduated from Westwood High School. During this time, Alice worked as a Reading Resource Teacher for Mesa Public Schools. She retired in 1992.

Kirk passed away in 1994, and Alice became even more active in volunteering to tutor at her grandchildren’s schools, volunteering at St. Peter Lutheran Church, and for Meals on Wheels. For many years, Thursday afternoons were “kids’ day” at Alice’s house with many of her grandkids spending time together and with her at her home in Mesa.

Alice was preceeded in death by her parents; her husband, Kirk; and her sisters, Mary, Joyce, and Carol. She is survived by her sister, Jane; brothers, John and Gene; children, Heidi (Tim), Pete (Thea), Erik (Betty), Chris (Grace), and Eve (Scott); grandchildren, Dan, Marc, Jake, and Corrie Burgess; Whitney Mainwold and Peter Hansen; Dupree Sharp; Joshua, Matthew, A.J., Chelsea, and Makaylia Hansen; Brent, Ben, and Amy Hansen; Caroline and Fernando Munoz; and Hayden, Tyler, and Zachary Webb. Her great-grandchildren are: Leo Burgess (Marcus and Elda), Devin and Sawyer Hansen (Peter and Amanda), Leia and Kirk Mainwold (Whitney and Mike), Haley, Alexia, Riley, and Ciel Hansen (Joshua and Carly), Sophie and Graham (Matthew and Erica), Jaiden and Amare Hansen (A.J. and Janet), and Aiden and Blakely Hansen (Ben and Casey).

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Jerald Willis “Jerry” Bond
August 9, 1944 - December 25, 2018

Jerald Willis “Jerry” Bond, 74, passed away at Springdale Village in Mesa, Arizona on the morning of December 25, 2018. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his unwavering faith and testimony, even during his hardships and struggles with his health.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, D. Leroy Bond and Pearl Willis Bond; sister, Donna Fyvie (Milt Fyvie); brother, Larry Bond (Joetta Bond); and brother-in-law, Jim Church (Linda Church). He leaves behind a former surviving spouse of 42 years, RosaLee Bond-Hathaway (Larry Hathaway); brother, Donald (Buzz) Bond (Carol Jean Bond); sister, Marilyn Plumb (Paul Plumb); sister, Jeannie Lythgoe (Gary Lythgoe); two daughters, Melissa (Missy) Freestone (Darren Freestone) and Erika Clark (Michael Clark); six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am on Monday, December 31, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1007 South 72nd Street, Mesa, Arizona 85208. A viewing will be held at 9:00am before the funeral service.

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David Gammon Eagleburger
08/12/1942 - 12/27/2018

“Dave died.  Hotrods and tools for sale.”  Those two sentences are what Dave said he always wanted for his obituary notice.  More needs to be said, though.

David Gammon Eagleburger died of prostate cancer that could not be cured via early detection, medication, or chemotherapy.

Dave was born during World War II on the Quantico, Virginia Marine Corps Base.  At the war’s end, he moved with one of his younger brothers and his parents, Helen and Gerald “Dutch” Eagleburger to Mesa, Arizona.  He was a Mesa resident from that day until he died.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ann.  He is also survived by his eldest son, Matthew and his wife, Megan and their two sons, Jack and Craig, his youngest son, Casey and his wife, Nicolle and their two sons Buck and Mack.  He is also survived by his brother Greg and his wife, Gail and their daughters Sarah (Colin) Danna and son Daniel.  He is also survived by his other brother Mark and his wife, Patty and their daughters Amy and Kelsey.

Dave grew up in Mesa from kindergarten to graduation from Mesa High School (the only high school in Mesa at the time).  He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Northern Arizona University.  He began teaching English and history and coaching football, wrestling and Track at Carson Junior High School in 1964.  He continued to work for the Mesa Public School District No. 4 for over 40 years as a school principal, the district athletic director, an assistant superintendent for Senior and Junior High Schools, and as the associate superintendent.

Dave respected most.  Feared none.  He was as comfortable riding cross country to biker rallies as he was presenting to corporate and educational boards.  He was as comfortable driving  hotrods to car meets as he was speaking to gatherings of thousands about achievement.  He was as comfortable camping with his once rowdy friends as he was playing a banjo solo with the Mesa Symphony Orchestra.  He measured twice and cut once-well, most of the time anyway.  He knew that there were more horses butts than horses in this world.  He knew that what you want to do, you do and all else is simply talk.  He took care of business.

A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor on Saturday, January 12th from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Windemere Hotel & Conference Center, 5750 E. Main St., Mesa, Arizona 85205.  Doors open at 2:00 PM for food and drink.  Memories will begin and be shared at 3:00 PM. 

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Bldg #2,  Phoenix, AZ 85014

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Brittnee Shields Tucker
September 20, 2001 - December 16, 2018

Brittnee Shields Tucker, age 17, returned to her heavenly home on December 16, 2018 in Glamis Sand Dunes, California. She was born on September 20, 2001 in Mesa, Arizona. Her greatest loves were her family and friends. Brittnee was a feisty, fun-loving kiddo who loved animals, music, shopping, the beach in Mexico, riding the rhino at the dunes, Disneyland, camping trips and hikes with family, and taking pictures with her friends. She really loved making everyone smile – hers was contagious!

Brittnee started school in Mesa at Hawthorne Elementary, Kino Jr. High, and was currently attending PCS High School in Payson, AZ. She loved her work at Banner Payson Medical Center where she volunteered her time to those in need. Most of all she loved spending time with family – especially her cousins, and friends.

Brittnee is survived by her mom, Brandy Fain; dad, Dustin Tucker; sister, Taylor (Trevor) Childers; nephew, Jackson Childers; grandparents, Sandy Koon, and Tom and Gail Tucker; great-grandmothers, MaryLou Kesterson and Lenna Smith; and an extended family of 19 cousins and many, many aunts and uncles. She will be deeply missed by all of them. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, James Shields Fain and Jack Koon.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, December 28, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Ridge Ward Chapel, 2220 North Harris Drive, Mesa, Arizona 85203. A viewing will be held from 10:00 to 10:40am prior to the service. Interment will be at City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

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Melvin Howard Martineau
June 7, 1939 - December 23, 2018

Heaven received the best Christmas gift this year as Melvin Howard Martineau was reunited with his eternal companion, Denna Skousen Martineau. On December 23 of 2018, Melvin returned to his sweetheart of 55 years after a well fought and courageous battle with cancer. Melvin is survived by his three children, Eric, Sharon, and Joseph; as well as two sisters, Fay and Anna May. He is beloved by countless grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as numerous foster children, exchange students, and extended family, whom he welcomed into his home.

Melvin led a life full of faith, love, integrity, compassion, and humility. He was a wealth of knowledge and was a divine example of a selfless companion. Health trials and tribulations troubled both Denna and Melvin, but unwavering faith and love created a strong foundation for the both of them to stand strong with one another. No earthly battle was strong enough for the fight of this fearless pair. Melvin was admired for his honesty and noble like demeanor by all who loved him.

Melvin grew up in a humble household in Arizona before serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in California. He also served a mission with Denna in Arizona and a South American mission in Bolivia.

Melvin served the Lord holding many positions in his church. His most current and cherished calling being a Sealer in the Mesa Arizona Temple. He absolutely loved serving in the Temple and having the honor of sealing families and couples together for time and all eternity.

Melvin’s career involved being an accomplished accountant and he achieved the honor of an enrolled agent working for the IRS. His hobbies included singing in the Arizona Mormon Choir, all things music related, and gardening, where he relished the fruits of his labor.

Melvin dedicated his life to his family and relentlessly worked on genealogy. This work is honored by the annual Hardy Family reunion which reunites 7 generations each year. During his time spent at home he enjoyed song, scripture, and family home evenings. Any person who has ever known Melvin Howard Martineau never questioned his integrity, nobility, or willingness to serve.

Services honoring Melvin are as follows: A viewing will be held Friday, December 28, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 East Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85205. The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 525 East 2nd Avenue, Mesa, Arizona 85205, with a family viewing at 9:00am. The grave dedication will be at Binghamton Cemetery, 4001 North Alvernon, Tucson, Arizona 85718, on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 3:00pm.

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Arona “Aaron” Samuelu Faiva
05/15/1961 - 12/21/2018

Arona Samuelu Faiva, 57, of Mesa, Arizona; passed away on December 21, 2018.  He was born in Samoa on May 15, 1961. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, December 28th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3025 S. Hawes Rd in Mesa.

 

 

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