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Craig Lee Davis, 69, passed away on October 9, 2018 at his home in Mesa, Arizona. His adored wife, Teresa Lynn, and beloved daughter, Jessica-Rae Wallace, were at his side. Craig was originally from Woodstock, Illinois. He was fond of the outdoors where he liked to hunt, fish, hike, and camp. Craig was known to have a way with horses that people admired. For many years, he worked at Baker Bros Floor Covering as a store manager.

Craig was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Lou (Kitchen) Davis, and his father, Clyde Navard Davis. He is survived in death by his loving wife, Teresa Lynn; his daughter, Jessica-Rae Wallace; two grandsons, Liam Wyatt Wallace and Nolan Blake Wallace; his sister, Penny Sprinkel; and brother-in-law, Richard Sprinkel. Craig will also be missed by his sisters-in-law, Linda Lynn and Sherry Lynn; nephews, Skyler Pierpont and Eugene Pierpont III; his cousins, Sue Denzer, Marsha Polacek, and Marliese Reeves; and his uncle, Howard Reed.

There will be a memorial service to celebrate Craig’s life on Saturday, November 3, 2018. For more information, please contact the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent in Craig’s name to: Hospice of the Valley, Angela Harris – Team O, 16117 North 76th Street, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260-1793.

Monford D. Lewis, age 86, passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Desert Banner Medical Center in the hospice center. Monford is preceded in death by his parents, Dillon Lewis and Edna Bates; brother, John Lewis; sisters, Ellen Murdock and Doris Trimble; and one grandson, Dirk Hall Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Verdena Barney Lewis; four wonderful children, Debrah, Dexter, Denise, and Dixie; 14 awesome grandchildren; 36 amazing great-grandchildren; one sweet great-great-grandchild; brothers, Donavon, Kenneth, and Steven Lewis; and sisters, Ada Jane Athay and Edna Mae Lewis.

Monford graduated from Holbrook High School, where he was the quarterback on the football team. He then attended Eastern Arizona Junior College in Thatcher, Arizona. Carpentry was Monford’s trade and he loved woodworking. In his free time he liked to go fishing and work in his garden. Monford loved his beautiful family and he will be greatly missed.

A visitation will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201, on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Funeral services will be held the following day on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 10:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – 20^th Ward, 848 North Westwood Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201, with a second visitation one hour prior to the service at 9:00am. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

Kimberly Elyse Lambert, 35, passed away peacefully at her home on October 11, 2018. She was born on June 6, 1983 in Mesa, Arizona. Kimberly will be missed by so many whose lives she enriched with her kindness, open heart, and bright mind. She never met a stranger, and embodied the principle of love, mourning with, and comforting all those who came upon her path.

Kimberly is survived by her amazing sons, Sutton Charles (10) and Brooks Innes (4). She is also survived by her mother, Ann Barney; her in-laws, Bev and Bill Candland; her brothers, Jason (Traci), Denny (Nichole), Darin (Megan), Bryan (Shelly), and Justin (Chelsea); and her four sisters, DeAnn Clinger (Kade), Jennifer Nielson (Talan), Stacy Smith (Greg), and Lindsey Smart (Greg). Kimberly is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Drummer Charles Lambert; her father, T. Dennis Barney, and many family members whom she loved dearly.

Kim valued and magnified her most favorite occupation and calling: being the mother and caregiver to her sons. They gave her meaning to fight through some of the most significant health challenges. She never stopped seeing their brilliance, their goodness, and she fought to earn each and every moment she witnessed of their lives. Her other most valued role was one of being a wife to her husband, Drummer. He was the love of her life, the one who made her world make sense and filled her with purpose and hope. His was a gentle and kind demeanor, within which Kim flourished. They worked so hard together to make the world the kind of place where their sons could grow to be good men who built upon their foundation on acceptance and love for all. This was the sustaining breath to all her actions.

She thought of her dad, Dennis, every single day and he was her example of the best kind of association, making others feel they belonged and had every right to dignity and value. She fought for those pushed to the margins and she saw them when, in some cases, no one else did. Heaven gained one of the purest advocates, and one who can make just about anyone laugh. Her humor overlaid all she did and she was so quick to make life feel doable. Her example is one so many look to for inner strength. Kim will be greatly missed by so many whose lives she transformed with her kindness. May our Heavenly Father bless her family and friends with comfort and peace as they stand the test of time and are together again.

We will be honoring and celebrating Kimberly’s beautiful life during her funeral services on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 10:00am at The Church of Jesus of Latter-day Saints, 1010 South Recker Road, Gilbert, Arizona 85296. Prior to the services, a visitation will be held from 9:00 to 9:30am. There will also be a visitation held the evening before, on Thursday, October 18, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the same location. There will be a graveside service immediately following the funeral services at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

Merwin Darwin Grant was born in Safford, Arizona on May 7, 1944, to Erma Whiting and Darwin D. Grant. Kings and princes have not been as adored as Merwin was by his doting parents and loving siblings, who are: Rita (Gary Lyon), Ronald (Keiko), Howard (the late Irene), and Robert (Jo).

As a young man, Merwin enjoyed every aspect of life in his hometown of St. Johns, AZ, which he fondly referred to as “city of the West; center of action.” Though St. Johns was a small town of 1,200 people, in Merwin’s eyes it was as significant and marvelous as any great metropolis.

In high school, he led the basketball and football teams, played tuba in the band, sang in the choir, and served as both student body president and valedictorian for his graduating class. The break-neck pace at which Merwin lived life did not slow when he attended Brigham Young University. There he was an economics major, freshman class president, the university’s social vice president, and one of the original members of the Young Ambassadors performing group. Never one to shun the spotlight, it should come as no surprise that Merwin’s favorite college memory was performing on The Ed Sullivan Show.

Merwin served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Mexico City, Mexico mission. He loved the people and language with a vigor that did not diminish throughout his life. Anytime the opportunity to speak Spanish presented itself, Merwin took it with delight.

Merwin wisely fell in love with Charlotte Richey, whose delicate and cautious nature perfectly tempered this gregarious cowboy. Together they were sealed in the Mesa, Arizona Temple for eternity. Their almost 50-year journey through life together was never monotonous. As Charlotte and their children can attest, proximity to Merwin made a mundane existence impossible.

Merwin took the Law School Admissions Test on a whim one Saturday morning, and a moment’s decision became a life’s passion. He attended law school at Duke University, and, after Charlotte and his children, Merwin’s next greatest love was his profession. The adage “those who love their jobs never truly work a day in their life” perfectly described Merwin. His yellow legal pad was always in hand; his mind was always engaged on his client’s behalf. In fact, he did not stop practicing until his body compelled him to do so, and, even then, he could not help but talk about the law every chance he got.

His most cherished volunteer opportunities were those that benefitted children. He was a favorite Cub Scout leader, soccer coach, and Primary teacher. No one could build a faster pinewood derby car, find creative alternatives to rained-out soccer practices, or wrangle a group of irreverent Mormon kids better than Merwin. His charm was undeniable, even to the very youngest of his acquaintances.

Though Merwin survived as many close calls as an action movie hero—from a car flipped underwater to an airplane engulfed in flames—he was not able to escape the grasp of Lewy Body dementia, which took him from his family and friends far too soon.

For the incomparable care he received during his final years, we sincerely thank Lizz Soto, Angela Mojica, Clara Aquiler, Patty Jones, the staff at Downing House, and his ever-devoted Charlotte, without whom Merwin simply could not have endured the extraordinary journey that was his to make.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2549 North 32nd Street, Mesa, Arizona 85213. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 11:00am at the same location, with another visitation held from 10:00 to 11:00am on the same day. He will be interred in the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

  Jacqueline Amanda Hoglund (Wirtinen), 63, passed into God’s hands on Monday, October 8^th, 2018 in Payson, AZ.  She was born on December 4, 1954 in Crystal Falls, Michigan to Warren David Wirtinen & Eva Mae Massi (Wirtinen, Warren). 

  She married David J. Hoglund on August 18, 1973.  They celebrated 46 wonderful years together.  She was a mother and homemaker.  Went to college and got her associates degree in accounting.  Always had a smile for everyone.  She had worked for Ace Hardware as a clerk.

  She loved reading up to 3 books at a time, loved baking, sewing, knitting, & quilting.  She headed making a large cookbook and made rosaries for the Church.

  She is survived by her husband David, son Kenneth (Beth) and granddaughter Brie, mother Eva Massi, brother William Wirtinen (Terry), Ronald Massi, and sisters Pat Comprin (Anthony), Jody Jurakovick (Dan), sister-in-law Nancy Massi. 

  Preceding her in death are grandparent Florin, Bess Warren and Onnie Bretha Wirtinen, her Fathers Warren D. Wirtinen, Virgil Massi, brothers Dick Massi & Rudy Massi.

  Please make donations to food shelves and Pet Rescues or a charity of your choice.

  She will be cremated by Bunker Family Funeral Homes.  Service for a Memorial of Jacqueline will be held at Brentwood West Community Center Main Clubhouse, 3104 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204.  Service will be November 5^th at 11 AM with lunch to follow.

Alice Lou Dodge Cluff, 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 5, 2018. Alice was born on October 17, 1935 in Central, Arizona to Delos Allred Dodge and Alice Ann Allred. Alice was the 17th of 18 children. She lived in Central, AZ until 1945 when the family moved to Mesa, AZ. Alice graduated from Mesa High School in May 1953. Seminary was her favorite class in high school.

In June of 1957 Alice married Vere Carling Cluff, Jr. They were happily married for 60 years. They had four children, 12 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. Alice was a wonderful and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She cared about everyone and spent a lot of time doing things for others. She wanted everyone to be happy and healthy. Alice made a lot of meals and other items for people who were ill or having some crisis in their lives. For the kids and grandkids, Alice always had crafts and activities for them. Many enjoyable hours were spent at home and at the cabin enjoying time together and just having fun.

Alice is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carling; her parents; eight brothers; five sisters; and her son-in-law, Alan Leatham. She is survived by three brothers; one sister; son, Duane (Kari) Cluff; daughters, Linda (LeRoy) House, Betsy (David) Miller, and Donna (Nathan) Lambson. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Alice was a friend to all and loved by everyone. She loved her Heavenly Father and His gospel. That love was shown in all of the efforts she put into helping others with their spiritual and temporal needs. Even when Alice’s body would not let her do much physically to help others, she was helping by being a great friend and making sure that others, such as Carling, were volunteered to help with the physical needs.

A visitation will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00pm, at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, Arizona 85213. Funeral services will be at 10:00am, with another viewing at 9:00am, on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mesquite Canyon Ward Chapel, 2339 South Crismon Road, Mesa, Arizona 85212. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery, 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85207.

Jaleen Mason Jones, 84, passed away peacefully on Oct. 9, 2018 in Mesa, AZ surrounded by her loving family. Jaleen is preceded in death by Ross Mason and Owen Jones. She is survived by her six children, four step-children, their spouses, and eighty-three grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services are Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM to be held at the Mountain View Stake Center, 1550 N Val Vista Drive, Mesa, AZ. In lieu of a traditional viewing, a Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 6:30-8:00 PM, also at the Mountain View Stake Center. Please feel free to join our family in the Celebration of Life to share loving memories of our dear mother, Jaleen.  Consider donations to LDS Church Humanitarian Fund at www.ldsp-pay.ldschurch.org/donations/lds-church/humanitarian-services/humanitarian-aid-fund.html, www.azbrainfood.org, or giving a random act of kindness to someone in need.

LaDonna Jacobson Merkley, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 8, 2018, in Gilbert Arizona. LaDonna was born in Vernal, Utah on May 2, 1931. When she was 15 months old her mother passed away and LaDonna was taken in and raised by her loving grandparents, Charles and Annie May Anderson.

LaDonna grew up in Vernal, UT where she met the love of her life, Nyle, in 4th grade. They became sweethearts in high school and were married in 1951. Nyle & LaDonna were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple. LaDonna loved and treasured her husband and sons. Nyle worked in various locations in the oil business and as a newlywed, LaDonna lovingly followed him all over Utah, Wyoming, and Montana while they welcomed the arrival of their three sons. In 1967 Nyle took a job as a Drilling Foreman in Benghazi, Libya and LaDonna joyfully followed him again, across the ocean, making their home first on the Island of Malta, then later in Libya. She found great joy raising her sons.

Nyle and LaDonna returned to the United States in 1982, where they lived in Utah, New Mexico, and Texas. Then in 1997 Nyle and LaDonna settled in Mesa, Arizona and were quick to make many new friends! LaDonna never met a person she didn’t like. She was always ready for a party, fun, or lunch with her friends. She treasured her grandchildren and over the years had many of them live in her home, creating the most treasured memories. She will be missed immensely by her family and friends.

LaDonna was preceded in death by her husband, Nyle, and her son, Monty J Merkley. She is survived by her sons, Bart N Merkley (Tiffany) of Warrenton, VA and Russell G Merkley (Luane) of Mesa, AZ. She also leaves behind her treasured grandchildren, Damy Buck, Annie Merkley, Bart Nyle Merkley Jr., Kristen Wilkerson, Charlotte Bleaking, Alexandra Merkley, Leilani Tetteh, Melissa Cotter, Maria Merkley, Jenni Cage, Spencer Jenkins, Amanda Gaede, and MaKenna Andreopoulos; and 14 wonderful great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her half-sisters, Jackie Loyola and Grace Jerman.

Her funeral service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Lindsay Ward building, 2618 N Lindsay Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213, on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 11:00am. A viewing will be held prior to the service at 10:00am, with a luncheon to follow services. There will be another funeral held at Ashley Valley Funeral Home, 410 N 800 W, Vernal, Utah 84078, on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 11:00am. A viewing for family will be at 10:30am. Interment will be at Vernal Memorial Park in Vernal, Utah.

Shirley A. Konrath (Nee Wiedmeyer), age 72, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 7, 2018 in Mesa, AZ. She was born on May 15, 1946 in Theresa, WI to Harold and Florence (nee Steger) Wiedmeyer. She married Jerome Konrath on April 8, 1967 in Nenno, WI. They lived in Slinger, WI until moving to Arizona in 1995.

Shirley worked in Slinger at Puls’ Restaurant and the Foundry before becoming a successful real estate agent with Merrill Lynch (later Prudential) Realty and Weyer Realty. In Arizona, she worked in various aspects of finance and retired from CIT/Wells Fargo in 2014. Shirley loved the Green Bay Packers, sewing, cooking, watching football, traveling, spending time with her family, and helping others. She often donated her many quilts to children’s organizations and those in need.

Shirley is survived by her loving husband, Jerome; daughters, Tammy (James Jr.) Kimmel, Victoria Konrath, Allison Konrath, and AnnMarie (USAF Master Sgt. Steven) Kenyon; grandchildren, USAF Master Sgt. Travis (Jennifer), Megan (Matthew) St. Amand, Grace Kimmel, James Kimmel III, and Jordan Kenyon; great-grandchildren, Andrew Konrath and Remington St. Amand; siblings, Patricia (Walter) Kubicek, Jim (Marie) Wiedmeyer, Fred (Dedee) Wiedmeyer, Kenny (Joan) Wiedmeyer, Debbie Mazza, Larry (Mary Nash) Wiedmeyer, Marty (Peggy) Wiedmeyer, and Leon (Yihung) Wiedmeyer; sister-in-law, Nancy Wiedmeyer; and brother-in-law, Stanley Puls. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Shirley is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Walter Wiedmeyer and Andrew Wiedmeyer; sister, Phyllis Puls; parents-in-law, Adolf and Esther Konrath; and sister-in-laws, Nancy and Mary Jane Konrath.

A memorial service will be held in Wisconsin at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated by the Oakwood Creative Care Center, 7550 E Adobe St, Mesa, Arizona 85207 or www.oakwoodcreativecare.org to donate.

A special thank you to Oakwood Creative Care for filling my mom’s last year with love and compassion and a sense of purpose. We are forever grateful. A very special thank you to Gina and Barb for the care given to my mom each day.

Mr. Oscar Ervin Cook, born on November 17, 1944 in Vancouver, Washington, to the late Lillian Betts Cook and the late Ervin Cook, passed away at age 73 on October 7, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona. Oscar was married to Donna Beth Hadfield. He was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Cook. Oscar is survived by his daughters, Lisa Cook, Karen (Luis) Rivera, and Lynette (Michael) Yakerson; brother, Ivan Cook; and sister, Anita Berlin. He has 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Friends and family can pay their respects at the viewing that is to be held on Friday, October 12, 2018 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, with another viewing prior to that at 10:00am, at The Church of Latter-day Saints –  Beverly Building, 1054 W 2nd Pl, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Long time Mesa resident and lifelong Arizonan, Marva Addington Williams passed away peacefully in her sleep on 10/5/18.  Marva was born 5/17/1914 in Snowflake Arizona to Jesse Nelson Perkins and Mable Stratton Perkins.  She is survived by her sons Ray (Fayrene) Addington and Jay (Sandy) Addington and sister Norma Arnett and brother Roy Perkins plus numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Marva was a multi-talented musician and was especially involved in musical presentations.  She was personally involved in preparing and conducting large choirs and special musical numbers.  Her prize possessions were always her piano and organ.

Marva will be missed by many friends, family and relatives.  The family is especially appreciative of Fairbrook Grove care home who cared for her for over nine years.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of the Valley would be greatly appreciated.

A Visitation will be held at 9:00 AM with a Funeral Service at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 20^th at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, Arizona.

Kent Warren Lyons, 36, passed away on October 4, 2018, from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. He was born in Gallup, New Mexico and was a member of the Navajo Nation, born of the Tábaahí (Edge Water) clan. He was born to Warren and Verna (Curley) Lyons and was followed by three brothers and one sister.

Kent attended high school at Mountain View High School in Mesa, AZ and college at ASU and BYU, where he graduated with a degree in foreign relations. He served a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Belgium, France, and Switzerland and was fluent in French.

Kent worked for U.S. Senator Bennet’s campaign and the Bennet Group in Salt Lake City, Utah, and then returned to Mesa to work with the family business. He also worked for State Senator Bob Worsley’s re-election campaign. After which, his passion for development soon took over, and he found himself at the heart of re-vitalizing downtown Mesa.

He is survived by his father, Warren; mother, Verna; brothers, Chad (Glendale), Trevor (Mesa), and Garrett (Mesa); sister, Amber (Queen Creek); and his precious daughter, Olive.

Kent was a beloved son, brother, friend, and colleague. Most importantly, he was the best father and cherished each moment with his daughter. She was his absolute joy and the light of his life. They were two peas in a pod. He will be dearly missed, as he touched the lives of everyone around him. He was a ray of sunshine in everybody’s world. He was everyone’s best friend.

A visitation will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. An additional visitation will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 9:00am, followed by the funeral service at 10:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Citrus Heights Stake Center, 2549 N 32nd St, Mesa, AZ 85213.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Kent’s daughter Olive’s GoFundMe page. She miraculously survived the tragic accident and is in critical condition in the ICU. All proceeds go to her medical expenses and recovery. https://www.gofundme.com/olive-lyons

Veryl “Dusty” Liston Bellows Hair (Dunbar), 92, passed away peacefully, on October 6, 2018.  She was born on September 30, 1926 in Escalante, Utah.  Dusty was preceded in death by husband Joe Bellows and later husband Max Hair and her daughter Rebecca (Becky) Bellows.  She is survived by sons Michael F. Bellows (Laurie), Jeffrey F. Bellows (Marion), Joseph F. Bellows, and daughters, Marinan Barta, and Dianne Galligher.  She has 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren (two more on the way).  Also survived by a sister, Caroline North and Brother, Danford Liston.

Our Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Sister, led a full and successful life and was admired for her dedication to her family, her writing, her exquisite personal style in and out of  the home, and was a living testament to courage.  She was a woman who fought and won the many battles of her life and is an example to anyone who faces adversity.

We will miss her guidance, encouragement and light.

Please view the beautiful video tribute at https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/Q23LR8ZC9PDCN4HH

Hilda Morris, age 95, passed away peacefully Thursday October 4, 2018 surrounded by family. Hilda is predeceased by her husband John Morris Sr and survived by her son John Jr (Ann) and daughter Dawn (Charlie), her 23 grandchildren; Dan Morris (Ashley), Nathan Morris (Julie), Mark Morris (Cat), Megan Peters (Andrew), Kristin Robertson (Alex), Jennifer Anderson (Richard), Jennette Duffin (Marc), Amber Booth (David), Kira McDonald (Tim), Cami Bronson (Michael), Tyler LeSueur (Rachel), Taylor Carpenter, and her 35 great-grandchildren: Josh, Jake, Ben, and Lena Morris, Mikka and Miles Morris, Matt, Ethan, Maile, and Owen Morris, Avery, JJ, and Reese Peters, Nicole, Joel, and Adam Robertson, Zachary, Marisa, Garrett, and K.D. Anderson, Kayden and Gavin Duffin, Alex, Ryan, and Eric Booth, Noah McDonald, Emily, Ian, Nolin, and Deegin Bronson, Lily and Henry LeSueur, Regan Miller, Elijah and Caleb Carpenter. Services will be held Saturday October 6, 2018 at the LDS Church, 4346 S. Val Vista Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85297. Viewing 10:00 am with services immediately following. Hilda will be buried Monday October 8, 2018 at Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, Utah alongside the love of her life. Grave dedication at 10:00 am.