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Kendrick Mathew Osif, age 28, died Tuesday, September 12, 2017 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

He was born to Carmelita Osif. He was married March 23, 1990 and was widowed March 8, 2011. He leaves behind his mother, Carmelita Osif, his two brothers, Daniel Osif Thomas and Eric Osif, and one son, James Antone

Opal Inkel, 87, passed away September 15, 2017 in Mesa, Arizona.

Opal was born on April 5, 1930 to Lathiat Tackett and Phenie Osborne in Melvin, Kentucky. She was one of sixteen siblings spending her days working on their family farm.

Opal became employed with Owens Corning Glass Plant where she spent Nineteen years employed in their factory in Albion, Michigan prior to relocating to Mesa, Arizona in 1974.

Opal is survived by her sisters: Janice Isaac, Lora England and brother Garland Tackett.

Her children: Leon Allen, Yvonne Allen and DuWayne Inkel.

Her grandchildren: Jessica Talley, Deborah Inkel, Stacie Inkel, Katrina Sidener and 7 Great-Grandchildren.

Opal is also further survived by many nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.

Opal loved her family and anyone who came into her home was treated as family. She would host many large dinners that served as a gathering place for all to spend time with one another. Her passion in life was bringing everyone together and never allowing them to leave her home without a full stomach.

Opal will be greatly missed by everyone but will remain in all of our hearts. She was an avid collector of angel figurines and we are all blessed that she has now become OUR angel in heaven.

Funeral services will be Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 11 AM, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona. 

She was born and raised near Benson, MN. After graduating from high school she joined a nursing program at the local hospital. During the WWII she worked at North American Aviation in South California. Later she worked for Boeing in the Seattle area. She married William H. Applegate in 1944 and William H. Applegate, Jr. was born in 1945. In the late 40’s they moved to the Phoenix area and Brenda Applegate was born in 1950. They finally moved to Greensville, Ohio and this is where she lived for more than 30 years. Her and William Sr. both retired and decided to move back to Mesa, Arizona. She spent the rest of her life living in Mesa, Arizona. She traveled quite extensively to Europe, Far East, Australia and the Holy Land. She lived a GREAT life.  Proceeded in death by her husband William H. Applegate Sr., father Julius Rustad , mother Gina Larson Rustad and sister Genny Rottger. Ruth survived by her brother Sidney Rustad, son William H. Applegate Jr., grandchildren Travis Applegate, Jennifer Applegate Pollard, Melissa Applegate Michael, daughter Brenda Applegate Storck, grandchildren Tim Storck, Greg Storck and 7 great-grandchildren.

Hazel Riggs Cameron passed away on September 13, 2017, in Mesa, Arizona, at the home of her daughter, Kaye Owens, surrounded by loving family.

Hazel was born July 25, 1919, in Panguitch, Utah, to Jackson Angus Riggs and Mildred Jones Dalley. She was one of eight children. She was the wife of Clarence Cameron who preceded her in death.

Hazel graduated from Panguitch High School and Excelcis Beauty School. Clarence and Hazel owned and operated three motels and were the original owner/operators of the New Western Motel in Panguitch. They also owned a gift shop, The Big Chief Trading Post, at the mouth of Zion Canyon. She spent the last ten years living with her daughter, Kaye Owens, who was her devoted and loving caregiver. Her greatest joys were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Hazel was an active and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in various callings throughout her life. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her life centered around her family. She endured to the end with grace and dignity.

She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-four years, Clarence Cameron, son-in-law David LaGene Owens, two grandsons Brad Bunker and Shaun Owens, and a great granddaughter Daysha Burns. She is survived by her three daughters Kaye Owens, Nancy Walsh, and Arlene Bunker (Randy); 13 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Saturday, September 23, at 11:00 a.m. at the Panguitch 2nd Ward Chapel located at 190 North 400 East with a public viewing preceding from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Panguitch City Cemetery immediately following.

Joyce Elizabeth Goffe McGhan, 89, passed away on Sept. 8, 2017 in Mesa, AZ after living an exemplary life full of love, happiness and selflessness.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 15^th at the LDS chapel on 825 S. 32^nd St. in Mesa, AZ. Bishop Scott Butler of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will be officiating. Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. at the same location. Burial services will follow the funeral.

Grandma Joycie, as she was known to her grandchildren, was born on April 19^th, 1928 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Gustave Henry “Buck” Goffe and Ida Clark McAllister Goffe. She was raised with her 2 brothers, Richard Henry “Dick” Goffe and Dean Owen Goffe.

She went to Liberty Elementary School, Lincoln Junior High School and South High School. She also attended the University of Utah until she was married.

She married John Richard (Dick to friends and JR to his family) McGhan on August 12^th, 1948. Their marriage and family was later sealed together for time and eternity in the Salt Late Temple on June 28^th, 1962. While living in Salt Lake, she had 5 sons; Craig Richard McGhan, Brian Wayne McGhan, David Owen McGhan, Curtis Clark McGhan and Mark Douglas McGhan. Joyce adored her family and spent her life caring for them and serving them. They were her life. She supported her husband in everything he did. She always said her marriage was perfect. She was a kind and loving daughter and daughter-in-law. She devoted many hours of her life to their care and was always concerned for their well-being.

In 1973 the family moved to Arizona and had their first home in Tempe, and later moved to the city of Mesa, where she remained until her death.

She always said she was greatly blessed with her daughters-in-law and loved them very much. As for her grandchildren, they were the light of her life. She loved them and always looked forward to the time that she could spend with them.

Joyce was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served many years in the Primary and in the Relief Society, giving many hours of compassionate service.

She was preceded in death by her parents Buck and Ida, brothers Dick (Pat), Dean and her loving husband, JR.

She is survived by her children; Craig (Kim), Brian (Wendy), David, Curtis (Marie) and Mark, 32 Grandchildren,  59 Great Grandchildren, and Sister in Law Myrl (Goffe).

A wonderful Wife, Daughter, Mother, Aunt, Grandmother,  Great Grandmother, and Friend. She will be greatly missed. Her family will always remember her with love.

Atticus James Glover, 7 months, of Mesa Arizona passed away on September 7, 2017.  Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Mission Community Church, 4450 E. Elliot Rd. in Gilbert.

Bryan Eugene Cross also known to some as “Joey”, “Shrek”, “Big B”, “Big Sexy”, “Cupcake” or “Giant  Ewok”, 44 years of age, is no longer with us as of September 7, 2017. He is survived by his wife Amanda and his children Maribel, Joey, Foster and Miller. He is also survived by his mother Wanda and stepfather Phil Mills, his sister Jenny Ruggles, stepmother Gina Cross, and grandfather Bill Cross.

A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, from 6 pm to 8 pm, at 942 E. Kael Street, Mesa, AZ 85203. Food and water will be provided, BYOB anything else you would like to drink. Very casual dress, if you have orange please wear in honor of Bryan’s orange gang.

John Clayton Leffue, 85, passed away peacefully in his home on September 9th, 2017 surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clayton William Leffue, his mother Edwina Ethelyn Bolar, his brother Frankie Fenton Leffue and son-in-law Thomas DeWitt Vance. Left to carry on his legacy of love and kindness are his loving wife Pearl, his daughter Susan Daley (Mark), Cheryl Vance, and son John Leffue (Cindy) and grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Joyce Rimer.

John was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 14, 1931 and moved to Tempe, AZ when he was 14 years old. He was athletic and loved sports. He played on both the football and basketball teams at Arizona State University. He graduated from Arizona State University in 1954 with honors.

John loved spending time with his family, loving and serving others, traveling, working at the cabin and watching ball games. As a man of great faith, he served in many calling of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was an excellent teacher and dedicated 40 years to being a teacher and principal of schools. So many children throughout his lifetime benefited by his guidance and loving nature. He was a wonderful influence to his family and friends as he always found joy in life and was witty and optimistic until the end. Always one with a smile, he was best known for his kind and gentle nature. He loved hugs and was a great example of love and kindness throughout his life. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10:00 am, preceded by a visitation at 9:00 am, at the LDS church located at 2424 N. Old Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ 85213.

Henry Alan Bloch, age 65, passed away September 7, 2017 in Mesa, Arizona. Memorial services may be held at a later date.

Garth Vance Foy, son of Joseph Palmer Foy and Doris Annie Black Foy, was born on June 13, 1957, in Monticello, Utah.  Growing up, he loved to spend time with family and friends, especially outdoors.  As a teenager, he was active in scouting and earned his Eagle Scout Award.  He loved to sing and was involved in Honor Choir at Westwood High School.  In 1978-79, he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in El Salvador and helped open the first Spanish-speaking mission in Toronto, Canada. 

During his life, he worked various jobs helping people in the mental health field and other occupations.  He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from University of Phoenix.  He married Shelly Olson and they were blessed with two children.  They later divorced and he married Katherine Brewer and had another daughter.  His children were the light of his life!  He was the stepfather to five children whom he loved.  After their marriage ended, he married Pamela Hurd.

Vance was an active member of the Mesa 12^th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  In April of 2017, he was diagnosed with Glioblastoma Stage 4 brain cancer and his remaining time on this earth was spent peacefully in loving care.  He died on September 7, 2017.

He is survived by his mother, Doris Annie Black Foy, three children; Camicia Dawn Foy (Michael Nazarenus), Christopher Vance (Sarah) Foy, and Kelsey Katherine Matthews; two grandchildren, Kamden Ace and Zoey LeeAnn Nazarenus;  and three siblings; Joseph Mitchell (Molly) Foy, Sheila (Adrian) Cluff, and Leslie (Andy) Hindes.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Palmer Foy.   

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10:00 AM at Mesa 12^th Ward Building, 2152 E. Adobe, Mesa, Arizona, with a viewing from 9:00-9:45 AM.   A special thanks to Sage Hospice and Christian Care Adult Home for the wonderful service they provided.

Gertrude Hyman (née Weiner), of Mesa, Arizona died in Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, surrounded by her family on September 6, 2017. She was 94 years old. Gertrude is survived by her children, Jerry Hyman of Mesa, AZ and Judy Rubenstein of Naperville, IL; nine of her ten grandchildren; and her thirty-one great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Morris Hyman of Sun City West, AZ, her brother Robert Weiner of Springfield, IL and her parents, David and Esther Weiner of Decatur, IL. Gertrude was born on April 22, 1923 in Springfield, IL to David and Esther Weiner. She attended grade school and high school in Decatur, IL. She married Morris in University City, Mo. April 30, 1944. They worked together in Real Estate sales and construction for twenty-three years, retiring in 1981. In 1987, she and Morris moved to Arizona. Gertrude had a genuine affection for people everywhere she lived. She was so organized and well-liked that she was voted president of many associations, from PTA to Home Owners associations. She enjoyed reading, the beach, music, and dance, and was active in the Sun City West tap dance group in her sixties. Her family was precious to her and she was able to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren in her later years. Gertrude passed away September 6, 2017 after a long illness. Funeral arrangements will be made by Bisch Funeral Home in Springfield, IL. A graveside service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. September 15, 2017 at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois. Rabbi Michael Datz will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Gertrude’s life. Condolences can be sent to 827 North Arroya Circle, Mesa, Arizona, 85205.

James Smoltich was born in DeKalb Illinois in 1936 and most recently resided in Mesa Arizona where he passed on September 5th Jim is survived my his life partner Joan Waltz in Mesa Arizona, his son Dale Smoltich, Dale’s wife Sonja, along with 2 grandchildren Chris & Lorelei as well as 3 great grandchildren Dana, Raven & Jaden, all of whom reside in Indianapolis Indiana. Jim was proceeded in death by his wife Sylvia, father John and mother Arvada, (Alice). Services and burial will be in DeKalb Illinois.

Denis Randall Lewis, 70, passed on Saturday, September 2, 2017 in Mesa, Arizona. 

Denis was born October 25, 1946 in Salt Lake City, Utah. His family moved to Arizona in 1954.  He served an LDS mission in England (North British). Denis was a lifelong entrepreneur and a gregarious wordsmith who had, and made friends anywhere he went. 

 He is survived by his mother, Betty Ann Lewis; his children: Carrie and husband, Josh Goldberg; Greg and wife, Mirna Lewis; Lindsey Peru Lewis; Meredith Robbins Lewis, and his grandchildren.  His brother, Kim Lewis; and two sisters, Deanne Lewis, Vicki Meyer, and his nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Dee W. Lewis.

 A memorial service will be held 6:00 – 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at the Bunker Family Funeral Home, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ 85213.  Family and friends are invited to share stories and prayers.

Janelle Ray Spilsbury, 74, of Mesa, AZ, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2017, surrounded by her family.

She was born December 9^th, 1942, in Mesa, AZ, to Ellsworth Sims Ray and Betty Pearson. She was the 2^nd of 11 children and adored her siblings who she treasured throughout her life. She graduated from Mesa High and married her sweetheart, Ralph Dee Spilsbury, on March 27^th, 1964. Her family was everything to her- she was the beloved mother of 8 children, grandmother to 31 darling kids, and great-grandmother to 3 sweet girls.

She loved teaching her Montessori preschool to many children throughout the years, including many of her own grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She enjoyed serving in various callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but being in Primary with the children was always her favorite. Janelle’s deep-rooted love for her Savior Jesus Christ was apparent to all. She poured out light and love to everyone with whom she came in contact and served them with all of her heart. She was truly an angel on this earth and will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her husband Ralph, children Laura Jepson (Rick), Dave (Patti), Susie Petkovsek, Jeremy (Julie), Holly Eddy, Greg (Chelsea), Megan Turnbull (Josh) and 9 siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Stephen Ray, son Aaron Eric, and grandson Chad Petkovsek.

There will be a viewing Friday, September 8^th from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa. Services will be held Saturday, September 9^th at 10 AM, with a viewing at 9 AM, at the LDS Chapel located at 1911 N. 24th Street (McKellips and 24th Street), Mesa, Arizona.

Our mother, Wanda Karen Green Richards, born October 24, 1954, to Loyal and Venna Green, peacefully lost her battle with cancer on Sunday August 27^th 2017.  She was preceded in death by her sons Jared, David, & Robert Baird. A loving mother, grandmother, sister, wife and friend, she leaves her legacy to her boys Aaron Baird & Jon Baird, as well as her granddaughter, Harlow Everly Layne Baird. She is survived by her three brothers, Paul, Steven, and Jeffery Green, and her husband, Darrell Richards.

Our mother lived a life that most would view as beating the odds. Her amazing ambition drove her to turn a basic management job at an AM PM store, into a corporate executive position in the company BP. During her career she was always raising the bar and setting the pace in her company. In her career was always excited to learn new things. Her vibrant personality and love for all her family and friends will forever be a part of all those she loved and those who loved her. Her character, as well as her “street smarts” she would say, gave her the strength to endure most anything and never give up. This invaluable knowledge allowed her to lead and teach by example. She loved all of her boys, and always did all she could do for them. They were the cherished loves of her life. A devoted follower of the gospel of the LDS church, her faith was her purpose. Mom’s love for her Savior was undeniable. You will always be missed mom, till we meet again.

There will be a viewing on Thursday, September, 7, 2017, from 6-8 PM, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 8th at 10 AM, with a visitation at 9 AM, at the LDS Church, 825 S. 32^nd Street, Mesa. Burial will follow at the City of Mesa Cemetery at 12 noon.