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Dale Rene Welker passed away peacefully on August 4, 2016 at age 87.

Dale was born on October 16, 1928 in Safford, Arizona to Marvin and Genevieve Payne Welker. Dale had a brother who preceded him in death: LaVerne Welker. Dale graduated from Litchfield High School and attended both Brigham Young and Arizona State Universities. He served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and loved military “espirt de corps”.

In 1953, he married his beloved companion Connie Brown and they were blessed to have 5 children: Angela (deceased), Jeffery Dale Welker (Cindy), Gregory Scott Welker, Wendi Sunderhaus (Herb), and Amy Williams (Kurt).

After his military service, Dale spent the better part of his life working as a professional photographer. His greatest happiness was found with his wife, children, 11 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. He knew each one of them well and they all adored him. Dale’s life was spent in the service of his Heavenly Father, his family and the friends he loved.

A viewing will be held Friday, August 12, 2016 from 6-8 PM, at the Bunker Family University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa, Arizona.

Funeral services are Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation from 9-9:45 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mesa Central Stake Center, 925 N. Harris Drive, Mesa, Arizona.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Hospice of the Valley who provided Dale with such loving care and comfort in his final days. Donations can be sent to Hospice of the Valley Fund Development at 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Otherwise, do what Dale would do – “get a hamburger and root beer to go”.

Dorothy Lou Ludwig, age 91, passed away August 3, 2016 in Gilbert, Arizona.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 1:00 PM, preceded by a visitation at 12:00 PM, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona. At the request of the family, if you wish to send flowers to the service please contact Crismon’s Flowers (480)-964-4595.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

John Halsey Naylor, age 67, passed away in his home this past Saturday, July 30, 2016. He was taken back to his heavenly home with very little suffering from stage 4, aggressive cancer of the stomach and liver. He was diagnosed on July 9^th, 2016 and endured minimal pain over a very short period of time.  This was a blessing for such a wonderful man beloved by many.

John was born in Henderson Nevada to the late Charles Irwin Naylor and Ruth Ida May Griswold Naylor, and grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada.  He and was the 3^rd of 4 siblings.  He was predeceased by his younger brother Thomas Charles Naylor, who died in 2010, he is survived by his older brother Robert Wesley Naylor and older sister, Kathryn Virginia Naylor: both living in California.

His high school friends remember him as, “a highly intelligent person, a fierce and skilled athletic competitor, a highly principled person and most of all, someone of impeccable character.” John’s family, friends, clients and colleagues knew him to be an easy going person with a gentle heart, strong faith and a loving and gentle manner. His dry wit and wonderful sense of humor always livened every encounter, even during the drudgery of tax time.

John attended USC for his freshman year of college.  During this year he read the Book of Mormon, and gained a strong testimony.  At that time he converted from Methodist to Mormonism.

In the fall of 1968 John began attending BYU finishing his BA and MA in Accountancy in 1972.  In 1973 he became credentialed in 3 separate organizations as a CPA.

For over 40 years he operated his own private business from home. He was an auditor for various cities and served as a personal accountant for thousands of clients.  As one client expressed, “I worked with John Naylor 4-5 times a year for 14 years!!! We shared philosophies, ethics, numbers, sensible pencils, and some of my stories that would have us in ‘gut-busting’ laughter, his dry sense of humor…I could go on and on…my favorites were his updates on his kids and grandkids; he was on top of everything what everybody was into and loved it.”

John and his first wife Cheryl were married in 1969 and together raised 5 wonderful children.   He was active in all their church activities and attended numerous school functions.  He was a sports enthusiast, coached a variety of athletic teams and made each one of his children feel special and loved.  He was a wonderful provider-frugal in his money management, so he could be generous with his time and means.

In 2007, he attended his 40^th reunion as a single man, and reunited with Ginger Lee Morgan Naylor.  They had been friends since the 7^th grade and lived on the same street and grew up together in Las Vegas.  The connection was instantaneous and the remaining 8 years they shared together (5 years as man and wife) were wonderful and truly a gift from God for both of them.

John was kind and soft-spoken, and always had time to answer a question or solve a problem, no matter how small.  He is dearly missed by his loved ones, who celebrate the fact that he is at peace with his Creator.

John is survived by his wife Ginger Lee Morgan Naylor; his former wife Cheryl Naylor; his sons Michael John Naylor & former spouse Yoko Naylor, Benjamin Charles Naylor and spouse Rebecca, his daughters Amber May Naylor Aldous & spouse T.J. Aldous, Amanda Ray Naylor Anderson, and his youngest son Timothy Morgan Naylor & spouse Britta.  He is also survived by his step-son Bradford Logan Buskirk and spouse Kristen.  Between all 6 children he has 18 grandchildren and one more to arrive in late September.  Their names are Jadyn Naylor, Addison Aldous, Gabriel Naylor, Takara Naylor, Sadie Anderson, Tiana Naylor, Halayna Aldous, Trevor Anderson, Kallika Naylor, Jayson Block, Brianna Buskirk, Logan Buskirk, Nathan Buskirk, Ammon Aldous, Luke Naylor, Austin Rodriguez, Levi Naylor, Madsen Naylor and ???

On Thursday, August 4^th, a viewing will be held at Bunker Family Chapel from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  (3529 E. University Dr near intersection of Val Vista) in Mesa, AZ.  An additional viewing will also be held at the LDS Bella Via Ward located at 3340 S. Signal Butte Rd. (just north of Elliot Rd.) from 8:30-9:05 a.m.  Memorial Services will be conducted at the same Bella Via Ward beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, August 5^th, with Bishop Stock conducting.  Prayers, condolences and memories are gladly welcomed and we hope to see many of you there.

Eileen Rose Corsaro was born December 6, 1953 in Brooklyn, New York. She passed away on July 21, 2016 in Mesa, AZ.

In 1984, she graduated from Kingsborough College in Brooklyn, New York with an Associates Degree in Secretarial Studies. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Russell and Celia Corsaro, and is lovingly remembered by her sisters Lorraine, Pat and Diane, close friend Joyce, nephews Dominick and Albert, great-nephew Rayden, great-niece Maya, plus numerous cousins.

As a long-term contributing member of the Humane Society, Eileen was an avid lover of animals, and had a special fondness and passion for dogs and birds. Her hobbies included artwork, bicycle riding and reading. Eileen was a very kind-hearted person and will be truly missed by everyone. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Rest in peace, Eileen!

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, Arizona.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Arizona Humane Society (http://www.azhumane.org/).

Lyle Alton Riggs Jr., born September 27, 1925, in Mesa, Arizona, reunited with his sweetheart Trelva Mae Merrill Riggs on July 28, 2016.

He was a child of Lyle Alton Riggs and Goldie Motzkus Jones and the oldest of 3 brothers, Robert Riggs (deceased), Claude Hathcock, Jay Hathcock, and a sister, Sandra Morris. He is survived by 8 children: Deborah Wood (David), David Riggs (Donna), Rebecca Allen (David), Mark Riggs (Suzie), Deena Heap (Bob), Paul Riggs (Mary Ann), Matthew Riggs (Dawna), Kimberly Boynton (Matthew); 43 grandchildren; 75 great-grandchildren (with 3 more expected by year’s end); and 1 great-great grandchild.

Family, church & community service were his life’s center. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Maplewood Ward, but spent most of his adult life as a member of the Mesa 4th Ward, where he served as Bishop. A WWII Army Veteran, who fought in Battle of the Bulge, he returned and served an LDS mission in the North Central States. He practiced accounting, taught school and then practiced law for over 50 years. He was active in civic affairs: Mesa City Council (Vice Mayor); Optimist Club (International Vice President); Little League (Coach); Boy/Explorer Scouts and published poetry books and music. He was optimistic, gentle, kind and accepting of all people and was the biggest fan of his grandchildren’s athletic, music and other events. In his later years, he was eternally grateful for the love and service rendered by so many.

Funeral services will be Saturday August 6^th at the LDS Chapel 3301 S. Greenfield Rd, (next to Gilbert Arizona Temple) at 10 AM. Viewing Friday August 5^th from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa and Saturday 9 AM prior to the funeral in Gilbert.

Larryce Arlene Williams, age 85, passed away July 28, 2016 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3940 N. 44th Place, Phoenix, Arizona 85018. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

The family of Victoria Ann Serna is saddened to announce her journey to Heaven. She stayed with us until July 22nd, 2016. She was loved by so many people and she returned that love and affection to everyone who was fortunate enough to be blessed by her presence.

Vicki (Kiki) was born on March 3rd, 1962 in the small mining community of Morenci, AZ. She attended Morenci schools and graduated from Morenci High School in 1980. She participated in many school activities such as marching and concert band. She was a member of the tennis team. She received most of her sacraments from Holy Cross Catholic Church in Morenci. After graduation, she moved to Mesa to continue her education at Mesa Community College and Arizona State University. She was employed in local print medias, including the PennySaver, East Valley Tribune, Clipper Marketplace and at Tucson Local Media until the time of her death. Vicki was loved by hundreds of co-workers. 

Vicki loved her faith, her family and friends and her dog, Theo. She was an excellent cook. We loved her surprise dishes at family gatherings and football Sundays. She loved movies, but just the funny ones that made her laugh. Forget the tear-jerkers. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band was her favorite rock group, though she loved all types of music. She never missed the Boss when he played in town. She attended his most recent concert in March of this year with some dear friends. She loved to play card games with anyone willing to compete against her, mostly her little nephews and nieces. She was funny and witty and always ready to exchange jokes and riddles.

Vicki was part of a “bigger than life” family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Reyes and Julieta Serna. She is survived by her brother, Larry Serna and her sisters, Patricia Hernandez and Christine (Bud) Corn. She was loved by numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles and their families. Her friends numbered in the hundreds. We will miss her so much but we will be better people in this life because she so lovingly touched ours.

Her life will be celebrated with a visitation on Thursday, August 4th, 2016 from 6-8 pm, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, and a funeral mass on Friday, August 5th, 2016 at 9:30 am, at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 1730 W Guadalupe Rd., Mesa. Burial will follow on Saturday, August 6th at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Morenci/Clifton. Arrangements entrusted to Bunker Family of Mesa.

Her family encourages donations in her name to the National Stroke Association, 9707 Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112.

Sharon (Sheri) Ann Lee, age 73, of Pagosa Springs, CO, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2016, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on November 11, 1942, in Mauston, Wisconsin, the daughter of Robert and Vesta (Barto) Hendricks of Tomah Wisconsin. Sheri grew up in Tomah and graduated from high school there in 1960. Upon graduation, she attended Marquette, LaCrosse State College and the University of Wisconsin, Madison, studying chemistry and pharmacy. While at the UW, she met her future husband of 51 years, Robert Hugh Lee. They were married on February 6, 1965, in Tomah.  Bob’s career first took them to Rochester, Minnesota, where Sheri worked for Northwest Bell Telephone Company.  They next moved to San Jose, California, for several years and then on to Tucson, AZ. While living in Tucson, Sheri sold real estate and returned to school at the University of Arizona earning a mechanical engineering degree.  After retirement, they moved to Pagosa Springs, CO. Through the years Sheri has enjoyed many interesting hobbies. She spent many hours researching both her and Bob’s family genealogy.  Sheri was a member of the Mayflower Society and DAR. Sheri enjoyed tennis, skiing, and camping in her younger years and more recently spent many hours doing quilting projects. She was an active member of the United Methodist Church in Pagosa Springs and served as chairperson of the church council. Sheri is survived by her husband;  mother;  sister, Suzie Janney of Tomah; niece, Danñe Parker; nephew, Blake Herlick; and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father. A celebration of Sheri’s life will be held at Community United Methodist Church in Pagosa Springs, CO on August 6, 2016, at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow. Memorials may be made to the Community United Methodist Food Pantry, PO Box 300, Pagosa Springs, CO  81147 or to Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County, 703 San Juan Street, PO Box 2827, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. A memorial service will be held at United Methodist Church in Tomah, WI at a later date.  On line condolences may be made at www.bunkerfuneral.com, Bunker Family Funeral, Mesa, AZ.

Peter E. Pinsonneault age 83, husband of Esther Lever Pinsonneault, passed away after a brief illness and into the arms of his Lord on Wednesday, July 20^th in Mesa, Arizona.  Peter was born in Bennington on July 1, 1933 to Edward and Alice Pinsonneault.  Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Esther; children: Dan (Glenda), and Tim (Teresa) of Mesa, AZ, and Judy Pinsonneault of Veneta Oregon, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews in VT and all over the US.  Peter was predeceased by his brothers Edward, Raymond and Hector.  Friends and family gathered Friday, July 22^nd at the Bunker’s University Chapel in Mesa, Arizona to celebrate the life of Peter.

G. Robert Meko of Mesa, Arizona passed away suddenly on July 19, 2016.  He was the son of the late Anna and John Meko of Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife Sharon, daughters Teague and Kellan, brothers John of Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Michael of Nipoma, California, and brother-in-law, Lawrence Seder of Damascus, Maryland.

Bob had been an educator for 45 years, the last 37 years in the Mesa area. He was a teacher, principal, and mentor. His passion, enthusiasm and love for his work permeated throughout his schools as he made the love of learning exciting and fun for his students.

Bob’s schools won prestigious awards such as A+ School and Blue Ribbon School awards.

He and his wife Sharon founded Ballet Etudes. He was also a board member of the Mesa Civic Ballet, presently Ballet Arizona. For 25 years, he performed the role of Mother Ginger in the Ballet Etudes production of The Nutcracker.

Bob was an avid baseball fan. He was a charter season ticket holder of the Arizona Diamondbacks. He was Golden Glover and a lifetime 3rd baseman. Bob was also an accomplished fly fisherman even having fished with grizzly bears in the streams of Alaska.

Lover of life, larger than life, Bob left a legacy of love, laughter and learning. He will be missed by all.

A viewing will be held at the Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ on Thursday, July 21, 2016 from 6 to 8 PM. Funeral services will be held at the LDS Church at 1054 W. 2nd Pl, Mesa, AZ on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 1 PM.

Carl William Stine passed at the age of 93 on July 15, 2016 at the Citadel in Mesa, AZ.

He was predeceased by his parents, Anna and Orville Stine, and two sisters, Lela and Loretta. He was born in Lincoln, NE. Carl is survived his wife Betty of 72 years, 5 children, Linda, Karen, Steve, Jim and Mark, 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren and his sister, Wilma.

He served in World War II and was a recipient of medals. Carl and Betty retired to Mesa 25 years ago. Carl was loved by all and a devoted husband and father. He will be greatly missed.

The viewing will be Friday, July 29^th from 7-9 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. The funeral service will be Saturday, July 30, at 10 AM at the LDS Chapel, 2220 N. Harris Dr, Mesa 85203.

Priscilla K. Renner passed away at the Villa in Mesa, AZ on July 16, 2016.

She was the daughter of Walter and Clara Kieback. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Lt. Col. S.G.Renner, and son Scott Renner, and is survived by her son Todd Renner of Tempe, AZ.  She is lovingly remembered by her sister Phyllis and husband Vern Eklund, of Rockford IL, nephew Paul Eklund of Mt. Airy, MD, niece Amy Poehlman of Bloomington, IN, and good friend Lorraine.

She graduated from the University of Illinois in education and taught school in Hawaii and Alaska.  Her love for learning continued in Tempe where she taught home-bound students. She had a passion for research on personal healthcare, was an avid reader, and loved dogs.

A celebration of life for close family and friends will take place on August 14 in Tempe.  She will be interred at Mt. Hope Mausoleum in Champaign, IL.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to NAMI (http://www.nami.org/), or the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (https://bbrfoundation.org/).  Please add an online condolence below.

Esther Saltzman (89) passed away peacefully in Ephraim Utah. Esther was born in Santa Barbara, California. She graduated from UC Santa Barbara in June 1948 and was a teacher during her professional life.

She married her sweetheart, Dale Saltzman in 1952. She and Dale farmed in Montana during the early years of their marriage. In 1962 the family moved to San Luis Obispo, California after living in Glendale, Arizona for just over a year. Esther taught Special Education in the San Luis Obispo County School System. Esther loved raising her family in SLO. They were there for 46 years. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

After retirement Esther and Dale spent many years dedicated to family history and traveled extensively. They also served a mission for the LDS church.

Esther is remembered by her family and many friends for her kind and loving heart. She is survived by her children: Laura (Gary), Don (Lesa), and Richard (Jeanette), 14 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Saltzman, and her sister, Marjorie Allison. Funeral services were held in Arizona.

The family would like to thank all those who gave so generously of themselves towards Esther’s welfare-her many friends and neighbors, the wonderful and loving caretakers in Mesa Arizona and in Ephraim Utah, the medical providers who cared for her in her final days and the many kind members of her church who extended love and support.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 480-696-6883

Gerald Clark (Jerry) Hornbeck, was born May 8, 1942, in Greybull, Wyoming. He passed away July 2, 2016 in Salt Lake City, Utah, of heart failure.

He was a Viet Nam veteran, with a Purple Heart. He owned his own construction company. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa, papa and great papa. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, 5 grown children, 17 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, one sister and one brother, and many friends. You were loved by all, and will be missed by all. You will be in our hearts forever; be at peace my love.

Visitation will be Saturday, July 23, from 10 AM to noon, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. A Patriot Guard escort to the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona will take place on Wed., July 27, leaving Bunker’s Garden Chapel promptly at 7:30 AM.

Celebration of Life will be on July 29^th at 6 PM. Please contact JoAnn Hornbeck for further information at 480-586-0449 or 480-291-3991.

Gene Harlan Bohnee (Dawuqtsi – Sweet Corn), 50, a resident of Chandler, AZ, O’odham/Hopi, and a member of the Gila River Indian Community was called to his heavenly home on July 14, 2016. He was born December 20, 1965 in Phoenix, Arizona.

He is survived by his fiancé, Josie Gaisthea, his parents Ruth and Harlan Bohnee, his brother Gary, sisters Kay, Jean, and Elizabeth, and many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Ruth and Eugene Bohnee and his maternal grandparents Amy and Reverend Daniel Schirmer.

Gene had a genuine passion for life, love for others, caring, giving, and kind to all. He had a special heart for the elderly and children. This zest for life touched many people. He was an all-around handyman and self-taught artist and chef which he enjoyed sharing most with family and friends. He also loved sports, particularly auto racing and golf. He will be greatly missed.

Visitation and funeral service will be held on Friday, July 22, 2016, from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. Graveside service and internment will take place on Saturday, July 23 at 7 AM at Mesquite Cemetery, Stotonic Village, District 4, Gila River Indian Community.

Wilma Alzada Brundage Beeler, 84, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Mesa, Arizona, on July 10, 2016.

She was born October 24, 1931, in Roosevelt, Utah, to Christina M. Giles Brundage and William Alma Brundage. She grew up in Bridgeland, Utah, and attended high school in Roosevelt, Utah, where she met and fell in love with her husband of almost 63 years, Danny Adwin Beeler. They were married November ­­­23, 1950, later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, and were happily married for almost 52 years. He preceded her in death on August ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­14, 2012.

They lived in LaHabra, California, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Phoenix, Arizona, but were most happy during the last 21 years of their lives in Santa Clara, Utah, where they loved their neighbors and members of their ward. During Danny’s Air Force career, they moved to several states, with her traveling with him until he was sent to Korea. When he went to serve in Korea, she lived with his family and grew to love them even more. During her life, she worked in several different capacities and had a great talent for bookkeeping. Wilma loved camping, golfing, working in the yard, and playing with her grandchildren. She also loved reading until it became too hard on her eyes. She loved being a member of the LDS church and served in many positions in her lifetime.

Later in life, she and Dan served a mission at the St. George Tabernacle as member location missionaries. She loved her many friends and neighbors and stubbornly refused to leave them and her home for several months when she became too ill. She had experienced heart trouble culminating with 2 mitral valve replacements during her life and finally a stroke in 2014 which limited her love of working in the yard. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and will be remembered for her kindness and selfless service to others, always making sure everyone was taken care of before herself. She will be dearly missed and will be forever in our hearts.

Wilma is survived by her 2 daughters Cheryl Vowles, Mesa, AZ, and Trudy Curtis, St. George, UT, 3 grandchildren Jodi Goff (Mathew) Mesa, AZ, Tyler Vowles (Shannon) Gilbert, AZ, and Martin Beau Curtis, St. George, UT. She also had 4 great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly and talked about pretty much non-stop. Wilma is also survived by 4 sisters and 1 brother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Danny A. Beeler; mother Christina Giles Nation, father Willam Brundage, and brother Kay Brundage.

The family would like to thank the wonderful neighbors and friends Wilma had, who went out of their way to ensure she was safe and happy. We would also like to thank the wonderful and loving caretakers from Zion’s Way Hospice in St. George, UT, and especially Emblem Hospice in Chandler, AZ. They were always available for help, advice, love, and hugs. They made Wilma’s last days as comfortable and peaceful as it could be.

Funeral services will be Saturday, July 16, 2016, at the LDS Chapel, 3815 Rachel Dr., Santa Clara, UT at 11 AM, with a viewing for friends and family prior to the services at 10 AM. Interment will follow the services at the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, Mesa, AZ, (480) 696-6883.