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Patrick Roland Tebo, 69, of Mesa, AZ; passed away on October 9, 2014 in Mesa.  He was born in Statesvlle, NC on August  10, 1945.  Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 24^th at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd. in Phoenix.

Martha Chipp Morrow, 94, of Mesa, Arizona; passed away on October 13, 2014 in Mesa.  She was born August 29, 1920 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Frederich Arthur Chipp and Nellie Baker.  She is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Martha is preceded in death by her beloved husband: Woodrow T. Morrow and is survived by her sister: June Swift of Salt Lake City; Cousin: Mary Jones of Mesa, AZ; her beloved nieces and nephews and other loving extended family.  A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 18^th with a visitation 1 hour prior at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Century Gardens Ward, 633 S. Higley Rd. in Mesa.  Interment will follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens.  Bunker’s University Chapel handled the arrangements.

Alba Jean Ellsworth, 84, passed away October 9, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services are Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 10:30 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9:30 AM, at the Mesa 18th Ward Chapel located at 2228 East Brown Road, Mesa, Arizona.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Gary D. Moreno, 64, of Salt River, AZ, born August 20, 1950 in Sacaton, AZ was called home on October 11, 2014. There to meet him were his mother Katherine Stewart Moreno and his stepmother Dolores Moreno, and brother Calvin Smith. He is survived by his father Jess D. Moreno along with his two brothers and one sister. Left to carry on his traditions, are his children Martin L. Moreno, Caesar O. Manuel, Roxanne S.S. Moreno, Racquel W. Moreno, Jess E. Moreno. His legacy will be continued through his 15 grandchildren Andrew, Matthew, Francis, Cassandra, Martin, Hannah, Anjel, Dwyane, Savannah, Oliver, Misiah, Ci-Ani, Trinity, Pryia, and Isabel. He was a Vietnam Veteran of the United States Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance. OORAH! He loved being behind the wheel of an 18 wheeler hauling hay for Moreno’s Trucking, the family business in Tucson, AZ. He will be dearly missed by all those who loved him.

Visitation will be Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 at 6 PM, Salt River Memorial Hall. Funeral procession Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at 6 AM, Salt River Memorial Hall to Salt River Cemetery. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

June West Stephens, age 91, passed away October 13, 2014 peacefully at her home in Mesa, Arizona. June was born on June 22, 1923 in Pinetop, Arizona to Earl West and Elsie (Amos) West. She was preceded in death by her husband and eternal companion, Kenneth Colvin (K.C) Stephens. June is survived by her son David Stephens, grandchildren Clinton (Kara) Stephens, Shayna Stephens, and Kansas (Steven) Daley. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Jayden and Jensen Stephens. June was a loving and caring wife, mother, and friend who impacted the lives of all those she came in contact with.

Funeral services are Friday, October 17, 2014 at 10 AM, with visitation at 9 AM, at the LDS church located at 2152 E Adobe, Mesa, AZ 85213. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Ida B. Owen, 90, passed away October 11, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Visitation is Friday, October 17, 2014 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services are Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 10 AM at the LDS Elmwood Ward, 925 N. Harris, Mesa, AZ, with visitation one hour prior to services. Interment at City of Mesa Cemetery.

Leola W. Dimond, 89, passed away October 11, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Goff Mortuary, 8090 South State Street, Midvale, Utah. Interment will be at the West Jordan City Cemetery, 8030 W. 4000 W., West Jordan, Utah. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Dalleta Jane Bell passed away after a brief illness on October 10, 2014 in Gilbert, AZ at the young age of 63. Dalleta is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Preston Bell, three children and three (children in-law) Michael (Crystal), Kenneth (Andrea), and Rebecca (Ken), as well as eight grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Ellen Burrow, and a younger brother Wally.

Dalleta was born on June 9th, 1951 in Andrews, TX.  She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1969.  She then married the love of her life, Preston in 1971, and became a proud “Army Wife.”  After traveling around the United States and Europe, Dalleta and her family settled in Fort Irwin/Barstow, CA where she began her career as a DOD civilian for the U.S. Army. She retired in 2005 after 20 years of service.  After retirement, Dalleta enjoyed traveling and visiting family throughout the states.

Dalleta was accomplished at crocheting and often made works of art with her “needles and yarn.”  She was a generous individual who loved her family above all else, and who was passionate about her role as Grandma.  Her life was based on her family and she loved every second of that role.

Funeral services will be held on October 15, 2014 at 3:00 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa AZ. Reverend John Cunningham will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dalleta’s life.  Condolences can be sent to Preston at montanadriver@yahoo.com.  The family would like to thank the exemplary hospital staff at Banner Gateway Hospital for their dedication and care.

William S. Wright (Billy), 45, passed away October 5, 2014 in Anthem, AZ. William was born October 5, 1969 in Mesa AZ, to father William L. Wright and mother Charlotte Chuchman. William was devoted to his family. He loved them with every fiber of his being. He loved to work hard as a grocery store director. He achieved so many accomplishments in this position. His hobbies were to play, joke around with others by being ornery, and spend time with his many animals; specifically his horses. He died young but will be forever in our hearts.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM, at the LDS Chapel, 7145 E. Monterey (Power and Baseline) in Mesa. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, followed by a luncheon. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ

Mark Allen Brown

Mark was born April 21, 1970 in Fresno California, and passed away October 4, 2014, in Mesa Arizona surrounded by his family.

Mark is survived by his parents, Fon and Joy Brown, wife Amy McCabe Brown, and children, Brennan – serving an LDS mission in Stockholm, Jessica and Mallory, siblings Troy, Jeff, Fon R, Marcy, Christiaan, and Matthew, and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved.

Mark was born in Fresno California and spent the first 10 years of his life there and in the Atascadero area. He and his brother Matthew later came to live with the Brown family in Cache Valley, Utah, where they found a stable and loving home. The family moved to Mesa in 1985, where Mark graduated from Mountain View High School.  He was called as an LDS missionary to the Austria Vienna mission, and during his time there was transferred to Germany after the Berlin Wall came down.

He worked throughout his life in accounting and finance in the Healthcare Industry, most recently with the Banner Corporation. He loved to sing with his family, and found great joy in supporting them in their musical endeavors.  He held many positions of leadership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, but his most favorite calling was Primary pianist – spending time with the children and playing the piano.  He most recently served as a Gospel Doctrine teacher. Mark made sure that in every lesson he taught he invited the participants to consider how the doctrine might be applied in their own lives. Throughout his battle with cancer he continued to teach, often reflecting on the blessings that he received, despite the struggles.  He fought a courageous battle against Ewing’s Sarcoma for two and a half years, always believing in “Faith, Not Fear.”

Visitation is Friday, October 10, 2014 from 6 – 8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services are Monday, October 13, 2014 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM, at the LDS Taylor Park Ward, 825 S. 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ. Interment at City of Mesa Cemetery.

Eighty year old Harvey C. Mosley passed away Oct 7, 2014 in the company of family and loved ones. Harvey spent a lifetime in service to God, family, country, and fellow man. He was slow to anger, quick to forgive. He taught with love and lead by example. Harvey is survived by his wife, Edith, 6 children and their spouses, 9 step children and their spouses, and well over 100 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Thelma Dunn and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Oct 13, 2014 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2334 E. Pueblo Ave.  Mesa, AZ.  Viewing will begin at 9 AM, followed by the funeral at 10 AM. Burial at the Phoenix Memorial Cemetery in Cave Creek, AZ will occur Oct. 14, 2014 at 1:00 PM. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Dorothy Evelyn McRae Keller was born on January 19, 1920 in Mesa, Arizona, the daughter of Milton and Hattie Josephine Williams McRae. She passed away in Mesa on October 6, 2014. Dorothy spent her early life in Thatcher, Arizona being raised by her grandmother, Harriet Williams, as Dorothy’s mother died when Dorothy was 4 years old. She attended Gila Academy after high school graduation. She lived in California for a short time before joining the WACs during WWII. Her friend introduced her to Ralph and they corresponded for the duration of the war. They married on September 4, 1945 and moved into a small home in Phoenix. After 5 years of marriage and 3 children they moved to Ajo, Arizona. Their other 4 children were born there. After the birth of their last child they moved to San Diego, California and lived there until 1964 when they returned to Arizona. They spent many good years in Strawberry, Arizona before Ralph passed away in 1999. Dorothy moved to Mesa and spent the remainder of her life there. Dorothy’s main focus in life was her family and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was proud to be a descendant of pioneers back to Nauvoo, Illinois.

Dorothy is survived by 7 children: Marlene (Jay) Omerza, John (LaDonna) Keller, Reed (Colleen) Keller, Sheila (Larry) McCrery, Ralph (Paulette) Keller, Sarah (John) Sowers, and Donna (Ron) Riley; 19 grandchildren: Nikki (Layne) Rousseau, Marnee Omerza, Jason (Abby) Omerza, Stefani (Jarrett) Garcia, Paul (Jennifer) Omerza, James (Rachel) Omerza, Mandi (Jeremy) Buffington, Rhett (Kristi) Keller, Barry (Aimee) Keller, Holly (Jeremy) Tesimale, Alice Keller, Molly (Jessica) Keller, Kristie McCrery, Tina (Ladd) Wilhelm, Sharon (Erik) Finell, Terri (Dan) Pratt, Mike (Eden) McCrery, Justin Keller, Sean (Leslie) Keller; and 46 great-grandchildren: Lily Rousseau, Ian Rousseau, Adam Rousseau, Kameron Donaldson, Chris Donaldson, Ariane Omerza, Nathan Omerza, Isabel Garcia, Jarrett Garcia, Joseph Garcia, Addie Omerza, Clare Omerza, Elsie Omerza, Jill Omerza, Samuel Omerza, Thomas Omerza, Fiona Buffington, Kelyse Keller, Karly Keller, Luther Keller,  Claire Keller, C.J. Keller, Lincoln Keller, Corbin Tesimale, Cali Tesimale, Brody Tesimale, Koen Tesimale, Tyler Wilhelm, Tali Wilhelm, Eden Wilhelm, Megan Wilhelm, Grace Wilhelm, Joshua Finell, Charity Finell, Savannah Finell,  Brigham Pratt, Ammon Pratt, Sonia Pratt, Amelia Pratt, Benjamin Pratt, Evelyne Pratt, Isabelle McCrery, Sawyer McCrery, Finley McCrery, Jessica Keller, and Cody Keller.

Dorothy’s funeral is planned for Saturday, October 11 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2220 North Harris, Mesa. A viewing is planned one hour prior to the services at the meetinghouse.

Gordon Lamar Chapman, 80, of Queen Creek, Arizona passed away on October 1, 2014. He was born on April 19, 1934 in Bluewater, New Mexico to WF (Chink) and Imogene Chapman. He married Rae Verdene Halls in 1956 in the Mesa Arizona Temple. They were married for 58 years. He was preceded in death by his grandson Austin David Chapman in 1992. He is survived by his wife Verdene Chapman, his five sons; Doug (Karla), Steve, Vic (Heidi), Tim and David (Lana); 14 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and a set of twins on the way.

Lamar served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England in 1954. He served as the first bishop of the Mesa 23rd Ward for six years. He loved scouting and serving in the church. Much of his career life was with his brother, Fullmer. Businesses included a dairy, a carwash, and two mobile home parks. He enjoyed traveling and outdoor recreational activities with his family and friends.  He loved his family very much. He will be missed.

Services will be Saturday, October 11th at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. Visitation will be from 3:00-3:30 with a memorial service immediately following the visitation. Interment will be at City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, Arizona.

WILLIAM OSCAR GUYNN, JR., 96, passed away peacefully at his home in Mesa, AZ. on September 28, 2014. He was born in 1918 to Pearl Ione Chrisman and William Oscar Guynn in Webb City, Missouri, one of eight children. Bill was married to Fay Cheney of Boise, Idaho for 68 years and was a member of the LDS church. He enjoyed traveling to 48 states with Fay during their retirement. Bill was of a member of an awarded U.S. Army Signal Core Installation and served during WW II, including a year-long station in China. Bill worked and enjoyed a long career with Western Electric. Bill is survived by four children:  Carol Ann, Susan, Bruce and Kim, and their children and grandchildren. Services will be held at the Meadowgreen Ward chapel, 851 S. 32nd St. in Mesa, on October 11, 2014 at 12:00 PM. Arrangements are by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Beverly Christen Patanella, 84, passed away July 30, 2014 in Apache Junction, Arizona. A Celebration of Life will be held on October 11, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Calvary Chapel Apache Junction, 2229 W. Broadway Avenue, Apache Junction, AZ, 85120. The service will be followed by a reception at the same location. Cheerful attire preferred.

The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donation to Hope Women’s Center, PO Box 3447, Apache Junction, AZ, 85117 or online at: www.hopewomenscenter.org