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Michael Reber Hale, age 63, of Tempe, Arizona passed away quietly while sitting with his sweet wife on Sunday evening, April 29, 2018.

Michael was born in Salt Lake City, UT on March 14, 1955 to Aaron Hale and Meryl Reber. He was a graduate of Arizona State University, where he studied accounting. He would later go on to become a Certified Public Accountant. Michael married his sweetheart, Sherilyn Wheeler, in the Mesa, Arizona LDS Temple on December 30, 1976. Together they built a loving and supportive family of 7 children, and 34 grandchildren.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents and his sweet and loving daughter, Season Joy Barnett (Ian).

He is survived by his wife, Sherilyn (Wheeler) Hale; his six children, Aaron Hale (Becky), Summer Schlink (Nathan), Autumn Crawford (Jason), Spring Theobald (Cory), Winter Freebairn (Kyle), and Rainy Christensen (Brandon); and his siblings, Rob Hale (Lorna), Ellaree Ollinger (Rod), Carol VanLoo (Jim), and Lisa Thompson (Jerry).

Michael had a love of music, sports, and the outdoors. Throughout his life, he used these interests to meaningfully serve others. This lifelong love of service is what defined him, and he and Sheri instilled this into their children. Michael was a kind-hearted and gentle man who could see the good in others, and worked tirelessly to make a difference in peoples’ lives. He devoted much of his service to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Through this service, he taught the people of Mexico, he mentored and led several groups of young men in scouting ventures, and he led large organizations as an ecclesiastical leader. With each new opportunity to serve, Michael would devote himself to leaving things better than he found them. Despite his earnest service to others, he always found the time to show his family that they were the most important part of his life.

Michael leaves behind a lasting legacy of kindness, hard work, and of Christ-like love for all men and women. He will be missed by hundreds, as his efforts throughout his life to minister to God’s children have been far-reaching.

Thank you, Dad, for all the goodness you brought into our lives. We will wait patiently until we meet again.

Michael’s visitation is being held Friday evening, May 4, 2018 at the Lakeshore LDS Chapel (6001 S. Lakeshore Dr. Tempe, AZ) from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held at the same location on Saturday morning, May 5, 2018 at 10:00am. Flowers can be sent to Bunker’s Garden Chapel (33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201).

Hailey Erin Aiono passed away on May 1^st, 2018 in Gilbert, Arizona. She was born on August 6^th, 1994 to parents Lameko Jr. & Virginia Aiono in San Jose, Calif. She graduated from Gilbert High School in 2012 and was a student athlete at Chandler-Gilbert Community College.

Hailey was diagnosed with a brain tumor November 2012 and after a long and hard-fought battle with her family by her side, Hailey is finally at peace. Hailey was known for her fierce loyalty and infectious personality. She loved her family, friends, and was an avid athlete; playing both basketball and volleyball in high school. Hailey was a joy to everyone she met and her strength during her fight against brain cancer has been an inspiration to all.

She is survived by her parents, her two older sisters Natasha (Gary) Pulu & Paige (Nathan) Call, two brothers August (Kaitlin) Aiono & Tanner Aiono, two nieces (Mina & Eden Pulu) and four nephews (Maverick & Cannon Pulu and Emmett & Oliver Call).

Her Memorial Service will take place on Tuesday, May 8^th at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Building at 2233 South Wade Drive, Gilbert, Arizona 85295 at 10am. She will be laid to rest at Mariposa Gardens in Mesa.

Sylvia Fisk, 72, passed away peacefully in her home Monday, the 30th of April, 2018, after a long battle with complications that were the result of surgery to remove a large brain tumor. Sylvia was born in Boise, Idaho to Ray and Alice West in 1945. Sylvia graduated from Brigham Young University in 1968 with a degree in geology. She then moved to Riverside, California to teach science and mathematics. It was there she met the love of her life, William (Bill) Fisk. They married in 1969 and spent the rest of their lives in various cities in Southern California and Arizona. She became a registered geologist in the state of Arizona, primarily working in engineering organizations on environmental cleanup projects. Sylvia’s hobbies included exploring the western US in their RV, creating beautiful oil paintings of landscapes and portraits, and sewing numerous items making her an accomplished seamstress. Her grandchildren loved the Christmas pajamas she sewed for them each year. Sylvia also loved gardening and had an impressive green thumb; she even managed to grow irises in the Phoenix heat. Sylvia was an active member of the LDS church and enjoyed serving in various callings throughout her life, including scouting and extensive family history work. Sylvia especially enjoyed raising their four children, Dan, Laura, Craig, and Holly, as well as spending time with each of her 12 grandchildren: Rachel, Adam, Jonathan, Jacob, Micah, Victoria, James, Bryant, Luke, Noah, Isaac, and Abigail. She is also survived by her brothers, Ralph and Harold West, her husband Bill, and their children and grandchildren. Sylvia will be dearly missed and well remembered. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bunker’s University Chapel.  

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 5, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10036 E. Brown Road in Mesa. 

Corrine Leda Krebs, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 26, 2018.  She was born on June 2, 1928 in Aberdeen, SD and grew up in Orient, SD.

Corrine worked for the Atomic Energy Commission prior to her marriage and relocated to Rapid City, SD in 1956.  She married her husband, Mervyn, on September 22, 1958.

Corrine loved her family and enjoyed traveling.  Her travels brought her to Australia, various European countries, the Middle East and the Far East.  She was active in her church and community.  She enjoyed reading and playing bridge.

Corrine will be deeply missed by her loving husband, Mervyn; her children, Barry (Jeanette), Curtis, Jay (Sandra), Dianne (Greg) Lemmon; grandchildren, Nicholas, Rachel, Lauren, Katie and Adam; on great grandson, Zachary; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Cook and her younger sister, Marion Pappas.

Funeral services will be held at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa on Friday, May 4 with visitation starting at 1:30 pm and services at 2:00 pm.  Funeral Services in Rapid City, SD are tentatively planned for Friday, May 11 but are pending at this time.

Bernice Ann Malotte Lalo, 78, passed away on April 24, 2018 in Surprise, Arizona following a debilitating stroke on April 21, 2014. She was born to Charles Sr. and Tena Malotte in Lee, Nevada on February 25, 1940. Bernice filled her life with family, friends, travel, art, decorating, learning, teaching, speaking and protesting. She is survived by her sons Eliot Lalo and Justin Knight, her brothers Dale Malotte and Charles Malotte Jr. (Barbara), and her sister Margaret Charlotte Townsend. She was preceded in death by her father Charles Malotte Sr., her son Michael Barney, her mother Tena Malotte, her brother Harold Malotte, and her sister Karen McDade.  A Wake and Cry Dance at the Old Battle Mountain Colony will begin May 3, 2018 at 12 p.m.. Internment will be on May 4, 2018, 1 p.m., at Elko County Cemetery.

Valeria Del Rocio Jakes, 39, of Florence, Arizona; passed away on April 19, 2018.  A Visitation will be held at 1:00 PM with services at 3:00 PM, Friday, April 27^th at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa.

Angela Clare Gutierrez, 25, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly from Cottage Grove, MN, died unexpectedly on March 17, 2018. Angela was born on March 3, 1993 to parents Mary and Fernando Gutierrez of Cottage Grove, MN. She attended Park Senior High School in Cottage Grove and graduated in 2011 from East Ridge Senior High School in Woodbury. She earned her A.A. Degree from Inver Hills Community College.

Angela had a strong sense of adventure through traveling and the outdoors. She enjoyed snowboarding, yoga, hiking, and spending time with friends. She will be remembered for her compassion, listening ear, and her incredible laugh.

She is survived by her parents; sisters Michelle (Greg) Lindsay, and Jessica (Rand) Seay; grandfather, Harold Racine; aunts Kathy Dockendorf, Lisa Racine, Jacque (Brian) Arland; uncle, Joe Racine, niece, Eloise Seay; nephews Reid and Neal Seay; and Everett Lindsay.

She is preceded in death by grandmother, Patricia Racine, uncles Tom Racine and Bob Racine, and aunt, Patti Racine. 

Her AZ memorial service was held March 23 at Redemption Church, Tempe, AZ. Her MN memorial service is April 5 at The Harbor Church, Hastings, MN.

Millard Fillmore Cochell, 88, of Mesa, Arizona passed away April 15^th, 2018.  Murph, as he was commonly known, was born November 25^th, 1929 in Long Beach, California.  As a child he demonstrated a gift for music.  His favorite instrument was the mandolin, although he could play the guitar, banjo, and violin.  His mother was a concert pianist and to her dismay he never wanted to play the piano.  She took him to a pawn shop when he was 11 years old and he saw a mandolin and asked her to buy it for him.  She agreed, but he was told he had to learn to play it by himself.  Murph took to it naturally and thus his life long passion was born.  After serving four years in the Navy his sister Nancy introduced Murph to Wanda Darlene Reed.  Love struck them both and they solemnized their marriage on March 1^st, 1953.  As Murph, often said, “the babies came faster than the paychecks.”  He became father of six children, Karen Kay, Monty James, Perry Lamar, Murphy (who was stillborn), Kenneth John, and Catherine Ann.  He instilled within his children the love of hard work and the desire to overcome life’s difficult challenges.  Alcoholics Anonymous was a very important part of his life.  He was proud of over fifty-four years of sobriety.  Throughout his life Murph sponsored and blessed the lives of countless individuals who were seeking freedom from the disease of alcoholism.  His strong belief in others and willingness to sacrifice for their welfare made him an icon within the “AA” community.  Murph was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  He and his beloved wife were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple.  Darlene, as she was affectionately known, passed away December 2^nd, 2002, after a long battle with cancer.  Murphy’s loving devotion and tender care for her provided a beautiful example of marital love for his children.  Murphy is survived by his five children and spouses: Karen Kay and Faunteni Kaufusi of Boise, Idaho; Monty James and Jana Cochell of Salt Lake City, Utah; Perry Lamar and Karen Cochell of Bountiful, Utah; Kenneth John and Linda Cochell of Mesa, Arizona; Catherine Ann and Mark Schiefelbein of Boise, Idaho; and 28 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by his sister Nancy Rose Archer of Caldwell, Idaho and his Uncle Douglas John Grigg of Kuna, Idaho and two sisters-in-law, Julia H. Falkner and Twila Greenheck.  He was preceded in death by two granddaughters, Ashley and Erika, his parents, Ruth (Grigg) and Millard (Ted) Cochell, sister, Barbara (Fuson) Cochell and brother, Lamar (Ted) Cochell.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, with a visitation one hour prior, Friday, May 4, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Alta Mesa Stake, 5350 E. McLellan Road in Mesa.

Shirley June Hoppa Muise passed away at her home on April 19, 2018 at the age of 87. She was the loving wife of James B. Muise who preceded her in death.

Shirley was born on September 9, 1930 in Breckinridge, Minnesota, the only child to loving parents Victor Hoppa and Ruth Osborne Hoppa.

On Monday, April 30^th Shirley’s funeral will be held at Willowbrook United Methodist Church at 19390 N 99th Ave. Sun City, Az, 85373. A one hour viewing will begin at 9AM, followed by the church service at 10AM. She will be buried with her husband at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

Shirley’s grew up in Minnesota and moved to Whittier, California in the fifties where she met and married her husband of over 50 years James. Together they traveled extensively and lived in several places including New York, San Francisco, India, and Page, Arizona, prior to settling in Sun City. She was active in the Sun City Players and the Aqua Sun Swim Team. She volunteered as a poll worker for all major elections. Shirley loved the Arizona climate for over 40 years. 

Shirley was an organized and efficient person. She was employed as an administrative secretary, security manager, and school secretary at various businesses. She worked for the Goodyear Company in Goodyear, AZ in the 70’s and 80’s where she was highly regarded. She often spoke about her experiences with humor and candor. Her family especially enjoyed her antidotes about the time she and James spent in the country of India. 

Shirley had a quick wit, no nonsense approach to life. While she professed to hate cooking and said her ideal home would be one without a kitchen, she was a wonderful cook and a delightful hostess.

She was a loving aunt to her nieces Madeleine Kempf Zimmerman of New Smyrna Beach, Florida and Christine Kempf of Cincinnati, Ohio. She will be greatly missed by her grandnieces Krista Zimmerman Super and Melissa Zimmerman as well as great grandnephew Nick Super and great grandniece Brooke Super. The family of Judge Robert Spears, her cousin in Minnesota, his wife Margo and children Connor and Hannah, fondly care for and remember Shirley. Shirley’s many friends and acquaintances will also miss her infectious laugh.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations are requested for Handi-Capables and
mailed to 10118 West Deanne Dr., Sun City, AZ 85351.  

Constance Elvera Nilson Lillie, daughter of Carl Eric and Constance Petterson Nilson, was born February 24, 1918 at Salt Lake City, Utah, passed away April 20, 2018. Connie (Vera) attended school in Salt Lake City and graduated from South High School. She married Randall James Lillie August 19, 1938. They had four children: Karen Johnson (Walter), David Lillie (Rea), Elaine Fish (Norman) and Annette Lunt (Keith). Wanting a warmer climate, they moved to Arizona June 1964. Here in the Phoenix/Mesa area they enjoyed their family, friends and readily made many new acquaintances. After being in poor health for several years, her husband Randall died March 29, 1982. She was preceded in death by her brother Ellmond, her husband Randall, and a daughter Elaine. She is survived by 3 children, foster daughter Delores Hyden, 30 grandchildren, 60 great-grandchildren, and 21 great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services in Arizona will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 26^th with a visitation one hour prior at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 825 S. 32^nd Street in Mesa. 

Funeral Services in Utah will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 28^th at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 S. in Salt Lake City Utah with interment to follow also at Larkin Sunset Lawn Cemetery.

Ruth S. Bergeson, 99, passed away April 18, 2018. Born February 25, 1919 in Rigby, Idaho, the 2^nd of five children to Emerald Wycliffe Stout and Geneva Black.

When Ruth was one year old, the family moved to Blackfoot, Idaho where Ruth spent her early childhood years.   At the age of 10, the family moved to Salt Lake City so her father could attend the University of Utah.  Ruth spent the remainder of her primary school years in Salt Lake until 1932, when the family relocated to Moab, Utah.  There, Ruth attended 8^th through 12^th grade, graduating in 1937 from Grand County High School.  She played the trumpet in the high school band and sang alto in a girls’ trio.  She had a wonderful childhood enjoying all the adventures a young girl could hope for in a place like Moab. Swimming in the Colorado River, hiking, boating, ice skating and horseback riding in that beautiful countryside were among her favorite pastimes.

Upon graduating from high school, Ruth went on to attend Brigham Young University.  Influenced by her Father’s dedication to education, she majored in Elementary Education.  While at BYU, Ruth was voted “The Sweetheart of Delta Phi” by the student body of BYU. A song was written for this occasion to honor her – “Dream Girl of Delta Phi”. In 1941 Ruth left to serve a Spanish speaking LDS (Mormon) mission in Texas.  Upon returning home from her mission, Ruth rekindled a childhood friendship with Alvin Berthel Bergeson, a boy she had played with as a child.  They were married November 18, 1942 in the Salt Lake Temple. Three children were born to this union – Sharon, Betty, and James.  The family lived in Groveland, Idaho (a small suburb of Blackfoot) until 1962 when they relocated to Mesa, Arizona, where Ruth remained until her death.  Ruth taught in the junior high and elementary schools in Mesa, finishing up at Longfellow teaching 1^st grade.  She was an accomplished organist, teacher and leader, using her talents to serve in many Church capacities.  

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, David Wycliffe Stout, Marvin Lowell Stout; sisters, Helen Beth Warner, Dorothy Mae Minkin, and Granddaughter, Lindsey Bergeson. She is survived by brother, Edward Dean Stout (Inez); son, James Alvin Bergeson (Linda Peterson), daughters, Sharon DeMordaunt (James), Betty Davis (Rick), 14 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be Friday, April 27, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bunkers Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Services will be Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. with a viewing 30 minutes prior at Bunkers Garden Chapel. Interment to follow at Mesa City Cemetery.

Adam James Zandstra, 35, passed away unexpectedly April 18, 2018 in Phoenix, AZ. Born April 7, 1983 in Aberdeen, SD.

He was the son of James Zandstra of Rapid City SD and Kristy Smith, who passed away in 2016 and her husband Dave Smith of Windsor CO. He was a loving brother to his siblings Allison Allen (Dustin Allen) of Aurora CO and Alex Zandstra of Yuba City CA. He was the most wonderful uncle to his 4 nieces and nephews. Brayden, 12, Maddie, 11, Isabella, 10, and Blake, 5. Beloved Grandson of Dean Erikson (and Leona Erikson, deceased) of Salem SD and Myrna Zandstra (and Alvin Zandstra, deceased) of Rapid City SD. He also leaves behind a multitude of friends whom he considered his family and a legacy of fun, love, laughter, kindness, and generosity.

Adam worked as an insurance underwriter during his lifetime. He loved and enjoyed  his job, the people it brought him to know, and the close knit teams he was able to form.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona, 85201.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Adam’s name to The First Tee Phoenix at gf.me/u/h6dyu9

Julie Marie (Keim) Berry, 58, after a two-year fight with ovarian cancer passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at the Sherman House Hospice facility on Friday, April 06, 2018 at 7:25 pm.

Born on September 21, 1959 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Phoenix, AZ to loving parents Laurence H. and Janet Keim and later became a sister to Laurence L. Keim. This small family remained close throughout her life. Around the age of ten, her family was baptized as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has since dedicated her life to Christ and her family.

On November 10, 1984, Julie married the love of her life Stanley Berry and together they had three children: Scott Berry, Victoria Berry, and Amanda (Berry) Cassels. Julie and Stan knew each other for forty years. They were friends for seven years prior to marrying and remained happily married for thirty-three years. Julie and Stanley’s relationship became an example to many and were often complimented on the strength of their relationship.

 On April 27, 2016 she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of ovarian cancer, but throughout her fight with this disease she remained optimistic. She spent the majority of her life devoting herself to anyone in need; even in her last days she was more worried about how her death would affect her loved ones. She smiled every day and testified of Jesus Christ to anyone who entered the room. She had a passion for dancing, teaching, baking, cooking shows, movies, music, art, and learning. Julie Berry emanated light wherever she went; she will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her parents Laurence and Janet Keim, brother Laurence L. Keim, husband Stanley Berry, and children Scott, Victoria, and Amanda.

There will be a viewing on Friday April 20^th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Saturday April 21^st at 10:00 a.m. with a viewing at 9:00 a.m. Both services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church building, 3601 E Shea Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85028.

Alice Josephine (Cluff) Ellsworth passed away on April 11, 2018 in Mesa, AZ at the age of 88.

Alice Jo was born on December 9, 1929 near Pearce, AZ to Alfred Orval and Clea Emily (Nielsen) Cluff. She graduated from Mesa High School in 1947 and from Arizona State College in 1951. In 1951, she married Lloyd Reed Ellsworth, and they welcomed six children into their home.

Alice Jo was a devoted and talented homemaker. One of her favorite hobbies was family history work. Alice Jo was an active and dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many capacities, including two full-time missions.

Alice Jo is survived by her children, Scott (Lynette), Doug (Diane), Steve (Susanna), Nancy (Kelly Hall), David, and Michael (Kimberly). She is also survived by 31 grandchildren and 44 great-grandchildren. Her posterity remembers her for her kindness, her selfless service, and her testimony of Jesus Christ. 

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 21, 2018, at 11 a.m. Aspen Ward LDS Chapel, 1249 S. 48^th St. in Mesa, Arizona.

Friends may call at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona, on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be no viewing prior to services on Saturday morning.

Interment, City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center St, Mesa, Arizona, Saturday morning at 9 a.m. prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, consider donations to LDS Church Humanitarian Fund, LDS Church General Missionary Fund, or Child Crisis, AZ.   

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Ronald Joseph McDaniel

April 23, 1934 – April 14, 2018

Surrounded by his family and sweetheart, Ron peacefully passed away on   April 14, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona.

Ron was born April 23, 1934 in Paducah, Kentucky to Aubrey Morgan and Lois Inez Cooper McDaniel.  El Paso, Texas became home in 1946 where he lived for 58 years. He attended Ysleta High School (Class of 1952) and met the love of his life Charlleene Arrott. They were united in marriage in 1953. Ron was drafted into the US Army in 1958 and later graduated from Texas Western College (UTEP) in 1961.  He was employed by KROD/KDBC-TV for many years. While in El Paso he was an active part of the Sun Bowl Committee, the El Paso Zoological Society, Yucca Council- Boy Scouts of America, National Conference of Christians and Jews, El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame, and Downtown Lions Club. Ron was a Lifetime Member of the UTEP Alumni Association and El Paso Jaycees. In 1970 Ron was honored as El Paso Outstanding Young Man.

Ron was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in various callings, but the most memorable was Scout Master for Troop 38. Many of his scouts earned Eagle recognition and Ron was later presented the Silver Beaver Award.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Bobby Morgan McDaniel and grandson Daniel Joseph Flores.

He leaves behind his high school sweetheart of 64 years Charlleene, 6 children: Ella Romney (Brent), Charla McDaniel, Ronda Hutchins (Norman), Lisa Robalin (Brad), Ron McDaniel (Shauna), and Cyndi Bowers (Mark), 30 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Ron is also survived by his brother Bill Don (Kelly) McDaniel and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.

The family extends their sincere appreciation to Serenity Hospice and caretakers Anthony, Chelsea and Angie for their gentleness, kindness and the compassion shown to our parents.

Public Viewing will be held Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 6-8:00 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, Az 85213

Service for Ron will be Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 10:00 AM @ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Stake Center, 1550 N. Val Vista Dr., Mesa, Arizona.

Burial will take place in the beautiful mountains of Alpine, Az. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the LDS Humanitarian Fund found at: www.ldsphilanthropies.org/humanitatianservices.