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Mark E. Botkin, 55, of Mesa Arizona, passed away June 22nd. He is survived by his two daughters Lt. Col. Malina Dubbs (SFC. Jason Dubbs); and Amanda Steward (Brad Steward); his mother, Nora Painter, his siblings Tawanna Blakely; Ret. MSgt Clay and Teri Botkin; and Scott Botkin, , and most importantly his two granddaughters Alexis Dubbs and Katie Dubbs. He honorable served his country for over 20 years in the Air National Guard; retiring with distinction as a Senior Master Sargent. Mark will be remembered for the love he shared with his family, who were also his friends, and his friends, who became part of his family. We send Mark off on the eternal bus ride with a Memorial Service at Bunker University Chapel, 3529 E University Dr., Mesa, AZ, on Friday June, 27 2014 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers donations to a charity you feel deserving would be appreciated.

Shannon Michael Swaim, 23, went to be with our Lord Friday morning, June 27, 2014, following a fatal traffic accident. He is survived by his father Kevin Swaim and stepmom Janey Durham, grandparents Oliver and Peggy Swaim, sisters Betsy Matthies, Brittany Bolt and Bridgette La Que, aunt and uncle Kathy and Randy Penix, cousins Amanda Johnson and Aaron Penix , extended family Michael Durham, Marcus Lacy, Cherie Lacy, Shaheen Efmaeili and many other loved ones. Visitation is Wednesday, July 2, 2014 from 6–8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. Funeral services are Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 10 AM, also at Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Bradshaw, Ruth Skouson
Ruth Skouson Bradshaw, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2014. She was born on January 21, 1928, in El Paso, Texas, and lived all of her adult life in Mesa, Arizona. She married Rodney O. Bradshaw on March 23, 1951, in the Mesa Arizona Temple, and devoted her life to creating a loving home for Rodney and their children, and extending care and comfort to her mother and mother-in-law. Ruth also provided lifelong service in the LDS church. She is survived by her husband Rodney, her sons Aaron (Donna), Kim (Dina), Blair (Sheron), Richard (Sian), Rusty (Juli), and Philip (Wendy); her daughters Gayle (David) Thomas and Ruthann (Carlton) Van Leuven; 33 grandchildren, and 45 great-grandchildren; also her sister Hazel Walker. She was predeceased by her parents, Jim and Alpha Skouson, her grandson Joshua Bradshaw, and her sister Eveletta Black. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 3, 6 – 8 pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 5, 10 am, preceded by a visitation at 9 am, at the Lazona Ward building, 1345 E. University Drive in Mesa.

Mary Riggs, 103, passed away June 28, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services are Friday, July 5, 2014 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS Udall Ward, 15 West 1st Ave. Mesa, AZ 85204. Interment will be at the Holbrook Cemetery, Holbrook, AZ. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel

William (Bill) John MacDonald III, 77, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Bill was doing what he loved most in the world at the time of his death; hiking through his beloved Usery Mountain Regional Park with his grandson Zach.
The funeral service will be held at Bunker Family Funeral Home at University Chapel, 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213 on Saturday, July 5, 2014. Visitation will be from 09:00 am to 10:00 am followed by a Memorial Service from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. At 3:00 pm, a graveside military honors burial service will be performed at South Lawn Cemetery, 5401 South Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706
Bill was born March 31, 1937 in Richland, New York. He was the son of William John MacDonald Sr. and Edith Gertrude Wells Hyatt. He served proudly in the United States Air Force and worked as a Communications/Radio Engineer his entire adult life.
Bill is survived by his best friend, partner and spouse of 42 years, Catherine MacDonald and sisters, Janice E. Valdez, Laura E. Richardson, and brothers, John W. MacDonald and James Hyatt.
Children: Scott MacDonald, William MacDonald IV, Julie Brask and Christopher Thiers, Michael Thomas, Jan True and Gregory Thomas. Grandchildren: Zachary, Jacob, Abby, Adam, Andrew, Enjouli, Cassandra, Nicholas, Tanya and Gregory (Nate). Great Grandchildren: Lillian, Hadley, Camrynn and Kendal and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends,
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the family of William J. MacDonald, 6446 E. Heather Drive, Mesa AZ 85215. A memorial park bench will be placed at Usery Mountain Regional Park in memory of William J. MacDonald.

Stephen S. Osder, 89, passed away June 29, 2014 in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel

Reagan Mark Jensen, 22, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Sunday June 29, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services are Monday, July 7, 2014 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS church building at 7752 E. McDowell Rd. Mesa, Arizona 85207. For more information see Bunkercares.com or visit Reagan’s Memorial site at Facebook.com/Reaganjensenofficial?ref=stream.

Ena Rae Ramon (Valenzuela) born September 19, 1941, peacefully ascended into the spirit world Tuesday July 1, 2014. Her husband, Jose Ramon, and parents Amelia Ericksen and Raymond Valenzuela greeted Ena. She is survived by her daughter Liza Vest, son-in-law Wayne Marcus, grandchildren Shashani Marcus and Mahki Marcus, great-granddaughter Woikima Marcus, sisters Rita Moreno, Carol Aguilar, Marilyn Mumphrey, and many nieces, nephews, and godchildren.
Ena served her Indian people in the Finance department of Indian Health Service. After 27 years she retired as Assistant Chief of Contract Health under IHS. Upon retirement she cared for her dad Raymond, then husband Jose until their departures. She served on various boards within the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. She sewed traditional clothing and absolutely adored listening and dancing to Chicken Scratch music. She loved the Lord dearly and was very active in the St. Francis church. Our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt was greatly loved and will be missed by all those that were touched by her beautiful smile and warm nature. A wake service will be held on Wednesday July 9, 2014, from 6-10pm beginning with a Rosary at Salt River Memorial Hall, 9849 E. Earll Dr., Scottsdale, AZ. Catholic Mass and burial service beginning at 8am, Thursday, July 10 at St. Francis Catholic Church and Cemetery, 3090 N. Longmore Rd., Scottsdale, AZ. Flowers may be sent to Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201, 480.964.8686.

Marion Beecroft Farnsworth, 86 passed away in his home July 1, 2014 in Mesa, AZ. He retired from the US Postal Service, Phoenix and was a veteran of the US Navy and the US Air Force. He is survived by his wife Doris, sons Dale (Sandra), Blaine (Cindy), David (Tammy), Marvin (Debbie), Roy (Sandy), and daughter Shirley Black (Raymond), 37 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, a brother Raymond and sisters Bertha Germaine and Ronnie Lillywhite. Predeceased by two daughters Arlene and Annette Huish (Scott) and sister Alene Shreve. He loved his family dearly. We will miss you Dad and Grandpa! Visitation is Monday, July 7 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa 85201. Funeral services are Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 10 AM at the LDS Chapel, 1455 N. Harris Dr., Mesa, AZ 85203.

VerDon Hamblin Brooksby, 84, born in Kanab, Utah, passed away July 2, 2014 in her Mesa home. She is survived by her husband of almost 65 years, J. Carl Brooksby, brother Evan (Shari) Hamblin, four children, Kent (Jan) Brooksby, Craig (Pauli) Brooksby, Linda (Brad) Hatch, and Don (Josie) Brooksby, 15 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. She was a wonderful wife and mother who loved to be with family and friends and was always the life of the party. Visitation will be Thursday, July 10, 2014, from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. Funeral services are Friday, July 11, 2014 at 11AM, with viewing at 10 AM at the LDS Westwood Chapel, 848 N. Westwood, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Frieda Marie Dinges, 97, passed away July 3, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Visitation will be Monday, July 7, 2014 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services are Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 10:30 AM at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 2213 N. Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ.

Carmen Figueroa, 90, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2014 in Tempe, Arizona. She worked as a bank teller at Continental Bank and a Secretary at Safeco Insurance for many years. After her retirement she did volunteer work for St. Vincent de Paul and Mission of Mercy. Her hobby was making quilts. She is survived by her daughter, Carmen Carrizosa, son, Paul, sisters, Mary Pablos and Estella Jacobo, grandchildren, Angela & Michael Carrizosa, a great-grandchild, Adrianna Carrizosa and many nieces & nephews. A visitation and rosary will be held from 6-8pm, Monday, July 14, 2014 at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr, in Mesa. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:00am, Tuesday, July 15 at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 141 N. Macdonald in Mesa. Burial will follow services at St Francis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley.

Diane Aker, 64, passed away July 11, 2014 in Mesa, Arizona. Visitation is Monday, July 21, 2014 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. Funeral services are Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS Mesa 61st Ward, 2228 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85213.

Tyler S. Campbell, born 06/07/1994 to Monica Barr and Scott Campbell, died the evening of 07/13/2014 as a result of a tragic car accident. Rich and Vicki Campbell (Grandma and Papa) had the privilege of raising Tyler to be a gentle and considerate young man, who had many friends that loved him.
Tyler attended O’Connor Elementary school, and then graduated from Learning Foundation & Performing Arts in 2013.(Mesa, Arizona)

Tyler was a gifted pianist, and can be honored and remembered by listening to “Moonlight Sonata”. He was young at heart, and enjoyed long-boarding, video games, movies and just “hanging out” with his friends. He had dreams of someday moving to California to seek a career and be with his long time friend, Katherine Dugan. He could have been a stand-up comedian, as he made us laugh everyday. His smile was contagious and lit up the room. He had a passion for A-1 Sauce on potato chips, mashed potatoes, etc. Tyler was also an attentive listener, and offered good advice to those who asked.

Tyler leaves behind Rich (Papa) and Vicki (Grandma), Scott (Dad), Meghan (Aunt/sister), Melanie and Darin Dimiceli (Aunt/Uncle), his brothers, sisters and numerous close friends that will miss him every day.

A memorial service was held July 18th at Bunker’s Garden Chapel in Mesa, Arizona. Over 250 people were in attendance, which is an indication of how many lives Tyler touched in his short time here on earth.

Dixie Roylance Carroll, born October 29, 1934 in Springville, UT, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2014 in Mesa, AZ. Dixie loved her family. She was a talented homemaker who used her sewing and crafting skills to make clothes and beautify her home. Left to carry on traditions are her 3 children Dan L. (Judy) Carroll, R. Russell (Gaylee) Carroll, and Sandi L. Alatorre. She also had 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She will be laid to rest in the City of Mesa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice of the Valley are suggested.

Harriett Allison Rascon, age 66, departed this life July 19, 2014 at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. She was born in Sacaton, AZ June 23, 1948. Harriett is preceded in death by her stepfather Tilman Lewis and biological father Harold Preston. She is survived by her loving husband Larry, mother Rhoda Lewis, sisters Toni Lamb and Rebecca Lewis, and numerous nieces and nephews. “Auntie,” as she was lovingly called by family and friends, is a graduate of Chandler High School and Lamson Business College. After 25 years of service, she retired from the US Government BIA-Realty. Harriett will be remembered for her big heart, sense of humor, and her love of cooking. Visitation will be Friday, July 25, 2014 at the District 4 Service Center in Stotonic, AZ at 6pm. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Santan Baptist Church in Stotonic, AZ at 6am.