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In Loving Memory of Lillie Mae (Kirby) Tidwell. “Lil” was born December 18, 1922 to Percy and Virginia (Adkins) Kirby in Colp, IL. She spent most of her adult life in Chicago, IL, until relocating to Arizona in 2006. She spent the remaining 8 years of her life in Chandler, AZ where she was called home after 91 years on June 16, 2014.

“Lil” is survived by two sons, Dwight L. (Cathey) Kirby and Prentiss L. (Rev. Ozetta) Kirby, a special nephew Ronald (Marjorie) Kirby, 4 grandchildren, Kent M. Kirby, Prentice R. Price, Latanya L. (Robert) Topps, and Leslie D. (Eric) Taylor, 8 great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Armanda (Martin) Kirby and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Percy Kriby & Virginia (Adkins), sister Percy Pearl (Miller), brothers James L. (Edna Webb) “LoLo” Kirby, Norvel Kirby, Toledo (Edith) Kirby, Dwight (Lorraine) Kirby and one grandson Kenneth P. Kirby.

“Lil” was a graduate of Herrin High School. She was employed by the United States Post Office for twenty plus years, and then as a child care representative for Catholic Charities until her retirement.

“Lil” was known for being drawn to infants and those less fortunate than herself. She was blunt and direct at times, witty and comical at other times. She loved her family, home, friends and neighbors. We will miss her deeply. May God rest her soul. Funeral services are Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at the Holy Trinity Community A.M.E. Church, 220 South Chestnut Street, Mesa, AZ 85204. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Shari Lynn Muns, 47, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2014 after a courageous battle with stomach cancer. Her devoted husband, Karel, was at her bedside. Shari was born in Chicago, IL to the late Tony Rockford and Shirley Rockford (Beyda). She was the mother of Tony Rockford, Taylor Spencer, Alysia Spencer and Kaitlyn Evans (Justin) and is survived by her sisters Serena (Cookie) Rockford (Juergen Gebhart) and Sandy Mucciante (Frank) and was a loving sister to the late Jackie Rockford and Thomas Rockford. Shari had been a loving aunt, niece and cousin to many. She also left behind many friends and co-workers. Her cat, Jackson, and dog, Dexter miss her terribly. Her favorite place in the world was Disneyland and we hope that heaven means you don’t have to wait in any lines.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 25, 2014 @ 2:00 PM followed by a memorial service @ 3:00 PM, at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E University Dr. Mesa, AZ. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2014, 10:30 A.M. at National Cemetery of AZ, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wells Fargo Bank in Shari’s name, or contribute directly to Hospice of the Valley or the American Cancer Society.

Sharon Ann Samarripa passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on the morning of June 19, 2014 at her home in Mesa, Arizona, at the age of 63.

Sharon is predeceased by her father, Donald E. Goodall.

Sharon is survived and lovingly remembered by her beloved husband of 33 years and best friend, Paul. Her son Christopher, his wife Angela and their 4 beautiful daughters. Daughter Christie, and her husband Michael. Her mother Betty, Aunt Lucille, sister Roberta and countless friends.

Sharon was born in Merced, California on March 5, 1951 to her loving parents, Donald and Betty Goodall. Throughout her life she lived in many locations around the United States including Alaska, Texas, and Oregon. She spent the majority of her adult life in Arizona where she met her beloved husband and raised her family.

Sharon was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend. She was warm, compassionate and loved to laugh. She wanted everyone to be happy and would help in any way she could to make that possible. She enjoyed cooking great food, baking, trying new food, music, traveling and most importantly, spending time with her husband and family. She is loved very much and will be missed by all that had the great blessing of being in her life.

The viewing will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 from 6-8 PM.

The funeral service will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 10am with Pastor Oden officiating. Burial to follow at 1pm, at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North CaveCreek Road, Phoenix, AZ 85024.

Dear Mom

I just thought I’d say
I love you and goodbye
We will miss you dearly
I promise I won’t cry.

I will never forget our talks
Conversations on the phone
How happy you were to see me
When I finally came home.

You worried so much about me
I worried about you too
I know this is the hardest thing
We’ve ever had to do.

I know you’ll always be with me
Wherever I will go
No one needs to show me
I will always know.

I don’t know what to do Mom
I never thought I’d loose you
Where I’ll go from here
I still haven’t got a clue.

I hope you’ll watch over me
Be my guiding light
Giving me the strength I need
To win this endless fight.

You’re my guardian angel Mom
Sitting on my shoulder
Whispering your words of wisdom
To use as I get older.

I don’t want to say goodbye
But we’ll meet again someday
We’ll pick up where we left off
Before you went away.

Poem by Mallissa A. Moore

Eunice Ann Sullivan Taylor, 81, passed away June 20, 2014 in Mesa, AZ. She was raised with her 11 siblings in Bloomfield IA, where she met her future husband, Bob Taylor. They hit it off right away, proven by her famous statement “I wouldn’t go out with that old Bob Taylor even if he asked me!” Lucky for many he did ask her and she did say yes! Together they started their family and moved them out to Mesa AZ in 1962, where they continued their dedication not only to their own children but to others as well, Bob through his teaching and Eunice through her child care and resource support. She is survived by her children, Michael E. Taylor, Paula Sue Nasater, Karie Lynn Taylor, Robert L. Taylor, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In addition to raising her own four children she was known as “Momma Taylor” to many more children through her years of providing childcare in her home. When she was not caring for children in her home she was caring for them at Webster Elementary school in Mesa, where she received several awards for her work in resource support. She was a published poet and her love of poetry led to her to bringing the experience of poetry to many young lives. She was an extraordinary women, daughter, wife, mother, neighbor and friend. Her ready smile, sense of humor, unconditional love and infinite kindness will be missed. Funeral services are Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice of the Valley would be appreciated.

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.