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Dennis Lynn Ence, known as Denny to all that met him, passed away Dec. 22^nd at 69 years old in Phoenix, AZ.

He is survived by his wife Beverly, his mother Florence, his sons Chad (& Stacey) and Dallace, his 5 brothers and sisters and his 8 loving grandchildren.  A source of light and guidance to all that crossed his path, as he knew no strangers.  He will be missed dearly.

Funeral services to be held Wednesday December 28^th at the LDS Chapel at 2228 E. Brown Rd. Mesa, AZ at 11:00am.  There will be a 10:00 am viewing at the same location.  The graveside will be held Thursday December 29^th at the Eagar Cemetery at 11:00am.

Kay Hubert Hoke, 82, former Mesa resident passed away December 10, 2016 at his Honolulu, Hawaii home.

Kay was born in Camp Point, Illinois on July 3, 1934 to Jewell (Mesa businessman) and Margaret (housewife) whose deaths preceded his. Kay was a 1952 Mesa High School grad and a 1957 ASU grad with honors in Mathematics and Chemistry. Upon graduation he received his commission in the Army and resigned later on as a 1^st Lt. For a number of years he worked at numerous companies in the computing field. He retired as a professor at the University of Hawaii in Computer Sciences.

Survivors are brothers Terry (Mary) of San Antonio, TX and their 3 children; John of Chandler, AZ and his daughter; and sister Judy of Mesa, AZ.

Interment with graveside military honors will be Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 2 PM at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel. Donations to the American Heart Association are welcomed.

Mark Douglas Hayball, of Chandler Arizona, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at the age of 67.

Mark Hayball was born in Detroit, Michigan. He came to Arizona in 1964 with his parents; Robert T. Hayball, D.Ph. and Phyllis E. Hayball, R.N.; and his three brothers – Matt, David, and Philip. He attended Ganado Public High School for one year, while his parents worked at the Presbyterian hospital in Ganado, Arizona.

Mark, after graduating from Riverside High School in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, started college at the University of Arizona as an AFROTC Cadet in 1967.

He left school and volunteered for the draft in 1970, and trained as an Army enlisted cryptanalyst. He served in Vietnam for a year, with a “Radio Research” unit attached to the 101st Airmobile Division. While there, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Vietnamese Gallantry Cross with palm, and the Meritorious Unit Citation. Promoted to SPEC 4, and offered training as a Chinese Linguist at the Defense Language Institute, in Monterey, CA, he extended his enlistment for the school. Promoted to SPEC 5 upon graduation, he was ordered to the Army Security Agency, Washington, DC, for highly classified duties a linguist and cryptanalyst.

Intending to complete his Bachelor’s Degree and seek a Commission; he left active duty after 4 years and returned to the Valley. He served with the 197th Special Forces Detachment (Army Reserve) while completing coursework at MCC and ASU, finishing his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Chinese, and was appointed to the Tempe Selective Service Board.

He became fully disabled due to Serious Mental Illness in 1978. For the rest of his life he alternated between recovery and relapse, each time recovering to a lower baseline of function. The standard of care he received from the Arizona Mental Health system varied; reflecting the sad history of Mental Health administration by the State Government, municipalities, contract care providers, police and the courts, from 1978 to the present. After his most recent relapse, he was placed in a superb assisted living facility in Chandler; where he remained, stable, well liked, and well cared for, during the remaining four and a half years of his life.

Felled by undetected Phase 4 metastasized Cancer over the Thanksgiving weekend, he was taken by 911 paramedics to Dignity Chandler Regional Medical Center. Due to his Serious Mental Illness, he was considered unsuitable for any Cancer Treatment Regime, and passed to Hospice of The Valley. After a brief period of evaluation there, he was placed at a “long term care” facility in Mesa, by family, for palliative care under hospice supervision…8 days before his death.

His medications for pain and mental illness were effective at the end; he was undisturbed of mind, and free of pain at his death.

Mourned by his three brothers; his sisters in law; his nieces and nephews; grand-nieces and grand-nephews; surviving aunts and uncles and cousins; and his friends at Atria Senior Villas, Chandler. A brief Memorial Service for immediate family, and close friends able to attend, is scheduled at Mesa First Presbyterian Church this Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 10 AM. A graveside ceremony with Military Honors at his parents’ plot, in Tempe Double Butte Cemetery, will occur at a date to be determined.

Mark remained a believing Christian throughout his ordeal; now he is safe, clear of mind, sound of body and with our Lord, at long last.

“God doth not need Either man’s work, or His own gifts; who best Bear His mild yoke, they serve Him best. His state Is kingly. Thousands at His bidding speed, and post o’er land and ocean without rest; They also serve who only stand and wait”: John Milton – Sonnet On His Blindness.

Braden Derek Anderson, 31, beloved son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, and friend, passed away on December 4^th, 2016 in Chandler, AZ. Braden was loved by all and will leave a profound void in the lives of his mother Leilani (Harris) and stepfather Robin, his father Derek (Anderson) and stepmother Diana, his brother Eric, his half-sisters Paige and Ellery, his sons Jonas and Asher as well as his nieces Scarlett and Juliette. He loved them dearly and will be greatly missed by them as well as his extended family and many friends. He was predeceased by his half-brother Pierce, grandparents Dellis and Lucy Anderson and his grandmother Joyce Talbot.

Braden was born July 10, 1989 in Provo, UT after which his family relocated to Arizona where Braden grew up.  Braden was a voracious reader and inquisitive learner from an early age. In high school, Braden was a leader and he participated in many activities including National Science Bowl, and the Chemistry Challenge. He also participated in many non-academic activities in service and religious organizations. Although he “aced” the SAT exam and was recruited by many top universities, he ultimately followed in his father’s footsteps, attending Brigham Young University in the Fall of 2003.

Braden later married Valerie Snyder, had two young sons, and ultimately obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Utah while working full time as a web developer. At the time of his passing, Braden was also pursuing a Master of Computer Science degree from Georgia Tech.  Few things brought Braden more joy than spending time with family members, and Braden moved back to his home in Arizona in late 2015.

Braden will always be remembered as being extremely generous and kind, always thinking of others before himself. Braden was never one to dwell on the negative and had a keen sense of humor.  He rarely shared his sadness or personal challenges with others, instead focusing on the needs of others. Braden is no longer with us, but he has left cherished memories that his family and closest friends will never forget.

Braden’s memorial service will be held at the Bunker Mortuary on 33 Centennial Way In Mesa, Arizona on Saturday, December 17^th.

Wayne T. Hill was born March 30, 1923 as the ninth child of Alice Prince Hill and Edward Hill. Wayne passed away December 15, 2016 at the age of 93 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born on a farm in Indiana near a little town called Edgertown, where he lived until joining the army at age 19. Wayne served in Italy during WW2.

After returning home he married Patricia Patrick and had a son named Gaylord Hill. Wayne’s marriage to Patricia later ended in divorce. Wayne then moved to Michigan and met and married Maxine Reynolds. Wayne and Maxine moved to Arizona and had two sons, Thomas Hill and Edward Hill. Wayne and Maxine joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 3, 1965. They were sealed for time and eternity July 5, 1981. His beloved wife, Maxine passed away in 1984. Wayne then married Annie Shultz. After retiring, Wayne and Annie made it their goal to visit all the LDS temples in the western United States. Following Annie’s passing, Wayne married and was sealed to Jane Ann Alderman on May 25, 2012. Wayne was passionate about serving in the temple, performing work for thousands of deceased individuals over the years. He is survived by his 4th wife, Janie Alderman Hill, sons Thomas (Lisa), Eddie (Charlotte), grandchildren Jon (Darcy), Kelli, Mandi, Jeremy (Linh), Benjamin (Tasha), Jacob, Jessica (Vivek), Joani, Kristi (Mark), Eddie Jr., Timothy (Mayra) and 21 great grandchildren. Wayne is preceded in death by his prior wives Maxine and Annie, his parents, 8 siblings, his son Gaylord and his infant granddaughter Bethany.

Services for Wayne T. Hill will be held on Wed, Dec 21^st at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel located at 2835 E. Des Moines, Mesa AZ 85213 (Lindsay Road, north of University). There will be a viewing at 6pm followed by a funeral service at 7pm. All are welcome and invited to attend. Wayne will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona.

Sherry La Rea Dennis Davis, beloved wife and mother, passed away December 8, 2016 at her daughter’s home in Gilbert.  Sherry was born February 6, 1941 in Morenci, AZ to Lawton Tex and Norma Dennis. Sherry graduated from Thatcher High School and Eastern Arizona College where she later taught art.  Sherry married her devoted husband Tommy Davis on August 19, 1961 and together they had 3 children.  Living most of her life in Southeastern Arizona, Sherry was an accomplished pastel portrait artist, teacher, librarian, great supporter of athletics, and many charities. She served as the school librarian at Valley Union High School for over a decade, sharing with students her love of books and learning, as well as being a mentor, friend, and compassionate supporter making a difference in their lives.  She touched many young people throughout her life while teaching art and twirling as well.  Sherry is survived by her loving husband of 55 years Tom, sons Braden (Melanie) and Brett (Dannie), daughter Brandi, grandchildren Brittany (Joseph) Knight, Taryn (Kasey) Bell, Cheyenne, Madison, Logan Davis; Joshua, Jace, and Jaret Luzania; Tyler (Kelby), Travis, Ryan, and Loren Davis; a great grandson Ridley Knight; her beloved sister Sarah Carlstrom (Gary); nephews Shay and Koye (Terese) Carlstrom; and “adopted” son, Darek (Angela) Anderson and their children.  Preceded in death by her parents and infant sister.

Memorial services will be held at the Benson LDS Stake Center on Wednesday, December 28^th at 1 pm.

Glynn Martin Myers, 50, of Casa Grande, AZ, passed away on December 9, 2016 in Mesa, AZ.

Visitation services will be held Friday, December 16, 2016 from 6-8 pm. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2016 beginning at 4 pm. Both services will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ.

Glynn served in the Marine Corps and was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, a Meritorious Mast for outstanding service, and a Certificate of Commendation. Glynn was active in the American Legion and served as Casa Grande Post 8’s Ride Director. Family was very important to Glynn; together they enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping.

Glynn is survived by his wife, Susan Myers; his children, Jon Myers (Karlee), Samantha Garay (David), Taylor Myers (Alex), Glynn Myers Jr, and MaryJo Myers; his parents, Charles “Bud” Myers and Mary K Myers; his siblings, Letitia Koerner (Tim), Lee Myers (Charlotte), and Martha Fields (CJ); and 4 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the American Legion.

Dustina “Tina Love” Steele earned her angel wings in Scottsdale, Arizona on December 9, 2016 at the young age of 28.

Tina is survived by her three children Marquise, Treviaun, and Tianna; her parents Dustina and Casimiro Martinez Jr.; her father Mark Steele; her brothers James and Kalibb Johnson and Justin Elson; her sister Kari-Lynn Plo; her boyfriend Riley Farley; and many more grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and extended family.

Visitation and memorial services will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Garden Chapel 33 North Centennial Way Mesa, Arizona  85201.  Graveside services will immediately follow at Mesa Cemetery 1212 North Center Street Mesa, Arizona 85201.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions are made instead to benefit her children.

Kirk Dee Martindale, age 25, passed away December 10, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services are Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2618 N. Lindsey Road, Mesa, Arizona.

Captain Leon McClelland, Jr. passed away December 8, 2016 at his home in Mesa, Arizona.

Leon lived in Mesa and attended Mesa Schools though his graduation at Westwood High School. He attended the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) on scholarship. Leon served the City of Mesa as a fire fighter. He served proudly and joyfully for 34 years and retired as a Captain. Leon kept active in the community until his death. Leon is survived by his 2 children and his 2 grandchildren.

Visitation is Thursday, December 15, 2016 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services are Friday, December 16, 2016 at 10 AM at the Living Word Bible Church, 3520 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, AZ

Norman Lang, age 77, of Mesa Arizona, passed away on December 9, 2016 in Mesa.

Memorial Service to be held in Mesa, Arizona at Good Life RV Resort (3403 East Main Street,Mesa AZ 85213) on Sunday Dec 18th from 12:30 to 2:00 pm in the main Ballroom.

Funeral Service will be held in Streeter, North Dakota. Burial Service will follow at  the Miller cemetery, South West of Streeter in June of 2017.

Norman was born in Jamestown to Edwin & Barbara (Miller) Lang on November 28, 1939.  He grew up on the family farm Southeast of Streeter, North Dakota.  Norman enjoyed duck hunting and went to school and graduated from Streeter High School.  Norman attended the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota.  In 1961, Norman married Tabitha Diede.  He worked as a bus driver for Greyhound Bus Line for 27 years.  Prior to Greyhound, Norman and Tabitha owned and operated Rolling Wheels Roller Rink in Streeter, North Dakota.  Norman served in the US Army from 1961 to 1963.  He volunteered for the Boy Scout of America, attended LIVINGWORD Bible Church and passionately participated in numerous billiard leagues.

Norman is preceded in death by his parents Edwin Lang and Barbara Lang.

Norman is survived by the mother of his children, Tabitha Lang, son Lyle and wife Lori Lang, daughter Christina and husband Chris Johnson, sister Marlys Lang-Banks and husband Billy Banks, Brother Kenneth Lang, grandchildren Madeleine, Alex and Olivia Lang, nephews Austin Lang, and Kievin Odero, and niece Shawna Andersen, grandnephews Karter Lang and Bodee Lang.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to The American Heart Association.  The family of Norman wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Mesa Emergency Responders, Dr. Beeston & the ER Staff of Banner Baywood Medical Center.

Rick Jones, born Dec 8, 1951, passed away on Dec 12, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona.  He truly loved his sweetheart of 44 years, Carol; and their 4 children, 18 grandchildren, relatives, and numerous friends.  He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His example of Christ-like love and service will be missed by all. Visitation will be held at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, Dec 15, 2016 from 6 PM to 8 PM.  Funeral Services are Friday, Dec 16, 2016 at 9:30 AM, preceded by a brief visitation at 8:30 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 1550 N Val Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213. More info at www.bunkercares.com. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Chicanos Por La Causa at www.cplc.org.

Joy Yvonne Mehalko, 84 passed peacefully on December 10, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona.  Joy led a happy life filled with family and friends.  Survived by loving husband Daniel; sister Beverly, brother William; children: Kim (son), Daniele, Shaun, Kelle; 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  Memorial services: Friday, December 16, 2016 at 11AM, Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr. in Mesa.

Adrienne Lynette Lane, age 72, passed away December 6, 2016 in Phoenix, Arizona. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 1 PM, with visitation at 12 PM, at Salt River Memorial Hall, 9849 East Earll Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona.

Christina “Tina” Marie Kempf, 51, of Mesa, Arizona passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in her sleep on December 6, 2016.

Tina was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend who will be deeply missed.  She is survived by her parents, Jerry and Anna Kempf, sister Angie Brown, brother-in-law Matt Brown, nieces:  Kiley Forrest (Daniel), Brooke Kerr (Jeff), nephews:  Tyler and Jackson Brown, great nieces Navy Kate and Lola Kay Forrest, Uncle Fred Eck and Family, Aunt Jeanette Larson and Family, and former husband retired Lt Col Jeff Garland.

Tina was a graduate of Mountain View High School in 1983 and Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Education.  She also completed her Masters in Science in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University.  She recently retired from a 27 year career teaching Elementary School in Mesa, AZ.  Tina is a breast cancer survivor who was a dedicated, very well respected and loved teacher who inspired many students.

Tina was extremely kind and generous with everybody she met, especially those in need, and she cared deeply about animals and helped rescue and find homes for many dogs and cats.  Tina loved being with her family and friends, hanging out and going to lunch.  She was uplifting to everybody because of her great sense of humor.  People were drawn to Tina because of big heart and beautiful smile.  “We will all miss you and love you forever”.

Memorial Service and “Celebration of Life” will be held on Friday, December 16^th, 2016, 9 AM at Central Christian Church located at 933 N. Lindsay Rd, Mesa, AZ.  Service will be in the chapel in the New Life Center.  Bunker’s University Chapel handled arrangements.

For those wishing to donate to a charity in Tina’s name, her favorite charities were:

* Child Crisis Center – childcrisisaz.org

* Save The Family – savethefamily.org

* Friend for life – AZ friends.org

* Any no-kill animal shelter

Jackie Raye Boggess Thompson, 61, passed away on December 6, 2016 at her home in Payson, Gila County, Arizona.  Jackie was born October 22, 1955 in Blythe, California. In Oklahoma, she attended Minco & graduated Am-Po High School in1973. She forwarded her career, attending USAO.

Jackie met the love of her life, Marty Thompson, while managing Express Personnel Services. They were married March 17, 1995 in Chickasha, OK and spent over 21 years together. They later moved to Tempe, where Jackie practiced and taught permanent cosmetics, and made many memories with her husband, children and grandchildren.  Later, she and Marty retired to Payson.

Jackie loved and is survived by her husband Marty Thompson of the home; mother Ruby Boggess of Chickasha, OK; children Teshia Corr of Mesa, AZ, Chad and Carla Corr of Tempe, AZ, Jason Thompson of Richmond, KY, Marty Jr. and Marta Thompson of Hancock, MI; brother Darryl and Melanie Boggess of Chickasha, OK; sisters Glenda Boggess of Rhome, TX, Sherryl and Randy Henry of Chickasha, OK, LaFonda Mata and Mac Holt of Oklahoma City, OK, and Vicki and Craig Ferguson of Bolder City, NV; 12 grandchildren, and many relatives and friends.

Jackie was preceded in passing by father Buddy Boggess; grandparents Alva and Edith Sorden Boggess, and W.O. and Minnie Dorrough McDaniel; brother-in-law Ed Thompson; and nephew Shane Grissam Gardner.

Funeral services will be Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ, at 1 pm MST.

If you have a fond memory of Jackie, please leave a comment here on our website. The family would like to share these memories during the celebration of the life. Also, floral arrangements may be ordered from Crismon’s Flowers on Saturday, December 10th between 9 AM and 12 PM, 480-964-4595.