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Donald Lee Hartmann passed away quietly Wednesday November 20th 2013 at the age of 80. Don was born on May 24, 1933 in Michigan City, IN and earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering from TRINE University formally known as Tri-State College in Angola, Indiana. He married the late Beverly Ann Gring who preceded Donald in Heaven on February 20, 2012. Donald and Beverly were married on June 19, 1954 before Don joined the United States Army in 1957 as a Personnel Specialist. Don and Beverly spent 57 glorious years together in Indiana, Illinois, Virginia, and Wisconsin, before retiring to Mesa, AZ in 2000. Donald is preceded in death by his daughter Angela, his parents Marie and Roy, step-mother Charlotte, and his cherished dog Ollie. He is survived by his sister Jeannette, step-brother Robert, children Sandra, Brenda, Douglas and Stephen; 7 grandchildren; Megan, Chad, Evan, Andrew, Hannah, Amanda, & Sara; 1 great grandchild Luke; two beloved pets Jasper and Echo; and many special friends. Donald treasured the LDS Church where he served in many capacities including service as a Temple Worker. Donald will be remembered by his loved ones and dear friends as a very service minded man, devoting time to family, the U.S. Government, The Lions Club International Foundation, and the LDS Church. Visitation will be Sunday November 24th from 5–7 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. A viewing will be held Monday, November 25 at 9AM prior to the 10AM service at the LDS Aspen Ward, 1249 South 48th Street Mesa, AZ 85206. Interment to follow at the Mesa City Cemetery. In lieu of flower’s the family requests that donations in Donald’s name be made to the Lions Club International Foundation; http://www.lcif.org/EN/index.php, 300 W. 22nd St. Oak Brook, IL 60523-8842; specifically the White Cane Program.

Opal Lavona Fuller Jarvis Hopps, daughter of Horace and Gladys Fuller and a Gila Valley native, born June 27, 1922, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 20, 2013. Opal was the devoted and loving mother of seven children, Harley (deceased) & Betty Jarvis, Larry Jarvis, David & Jan Jarvis, Randy & Lucille Jarvis, Sheila Hall, Keith & Channa Jarvis, Elaine & Kendall Ray, and loving grandmother to 33 grandchildren and 60 great-grandchildren. Opal was a 1941 Mesa High School graduate and performed with the Rabettes and graduated from Phoenix College in 1965. She became a Real Estate Broker in 1972 and built a successful real estate practice known as Jarvis & Associates. Opal was a devoted member of the LDS church and sent five sons on church missions, with all children sealed in the LDS temple. Opal spent her latter days serving in the Mesa Temple and regularly performed in the Easter Pageant. Visitation is Sunday, November 24, 2013 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr. in Mesa. Funeral services are Monday, November 25, 2013 at 1 PM, preceded by a visitation at 12 PM at the LDS Kensington Ward, 3345 E. McLellan Rd., Mesa 85213.

Maurice Kenton Corrington, 100, passed away November 19, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona. Funeral services are Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Osborn Ward, 3102 North 18th Ave., Phoenix, 85015. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

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Jay William Douglas, 66, passed away on November 13, 2013 in Mesa, Arizona. Jay was born in San Pedro, CA on February 11, 1947 to William Shirley and E. Ann Douglas. He is survived by two sisters, Dianne (Andy) Culver and Lorraine (George) Stahlin. Although he always lived in the city, he was a cowboy at heart with a love for the outdoors and horses. He was well known in the copier world where he worked for over 40 years. In the early eighties, he and four partners built a successful office equipment company called Infincom, later sold to Alco Standard. This was his proudest business accomplishment. Jay loved people and people loved him as he generously served in the community and church all of his life. He was and will remain a beloved husband, father, and grandfather to his wife Lynn, daughter Corin (Mike) Wayne, and sons Jason (Laurie) and Justin Douglas and six wonderful grandchildren whom he leaves behind. Funeral services are Monday, November 25, 2013 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM, at the LDS Preston Chapel, 6655 E. Preston Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Gerald K. Blau 87, passed away with family by his side on November 15, 2013. He will be remembered for his incredible work ethic and integrity. Whether serving in the military, laboring on the farm and later in the air conditioning field, or devoting time to church and family, Gerald always had a warm smile and hands ready to work. He was a loving husband to Geniel Lowe Blau for almost 63 years, and a kind father to Jeanene and Rod Castillo, Bonita and Daniel Quillen, Gary and Patti Blau, Steve Blau and Barbara, Janet Ward-Blau, Jeffrey and Chris Blau, Duane and Emily Blau, Brenda Blau, David and Valerie Blau, Donalyn and James Richardson. His legacy continues through his 31 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. A viewing will be held from 6-8 PM on Friday, November 22nd at the LDS church on 825 S. 32nd St. Mesa 85204. Funeral services will be held Saturday the 23rd at 1 PM at the same location. Bunker’s Garden Chapel is handling the arrangements.

Richard Aaron Rodenbaugh, 25, passed away Monday, November 11, 2013 in West Jordan, Utah. He was born July 19, 1988 in Mesa, Arizona to Jill and Tod Rodenbaugh. Aaron graduated from Mountain View High School in 2006. He enjoyed sports and played on football and baseball teams for Poston and Mountain View. After high school he certified as an Emergency Medical Technician. Most recently he worked in new construction at Jack Serdar Plumbing in Salt Lake City and attended school to obtain his journeyman plumber certification. He loved working out at the gym, running, hiking, going to Lake Powell, and spending time with family and many friends.

He was a loving father to son, Kyle (Kai) Stephen Rodenbaugh (mother Hailey Dering). He leaves behind numerous loved ones: his companion Melissa Noel Liad and her daughter, Maci; brothers and their wives Jeremy (Shanna), Clinton (Jennifer), and Tod (Casey); nephews Bren, Brooks, and Benjamin; nieces Kirsten, Kylee, Kami, and Henleigh; grandparents Carlene Rodenbaugh, Hope Sanford, Mike and Shelly Adams, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2013 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa. Funeral service is at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1911 N 24th Street (McKellips and 24th Street in Mesa) on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., preceded by a visitation at 9 a.m. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

Donations in the name of Kyle Rodenbaugh (Aaron’s son) will be accepted at any Wells Fargo branch office.

Boyd E. Steiner, 90, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2013 in Mesa, Arizona. Boyd led an active life filled with family and friends. He was well-known for his southwestern art and was an electrical / building contractor. His life was spent in serving others, including serving four stake missions, as scoutmaster for 9 years and as a merit badge counselor all his life. He was always there for anyone in need. His family includes his wife Maxine, children Sherry, Dave (deceased), Lynne (deceased), Mike, Doug, Christine, Kelli, 37 grandchildren and 55 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, November 15, 2013 from 6-7:30 pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Funeral services are Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 10:30 am at the LDS Cornerstone Ward at University and Mesa Drive.

Karen Fallas-Avendaño, 40, passed away November 5, 2013 in Phoenix, Arizona. Memorial services are Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 2 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Scott Lynn Fernwalt of Mesa, passed away on November 8th unexpectedly at the age of 50. Beloved husband, father and grandfather will be missed by all. Scott was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, May 27th 1963 to Arthur and Shirlee Fernwalt. He graduated from Scottsdale High School in 1982. He worked in air conditioning for over 30 years and most recently for Clear Air in Peoria, which he enjoyed very much. He married his soul mate and love of his life Yvonne in 1984. He was preceded in death by his father Arthur Jr. and brother Mark (Cindy). He is survived by his wife Yvonne, children Christopher and Nicole, grandchildren Alexis and Nicholas, brother Art III (Sharon), mother Shirlee (Boris Paul) and many nephews and nieces. Services will be Friday November 15th at 11AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way Mesa, Arizona. You may express condolences online at www.bunkercares.com. In lieu of flowers a memorial account has been set up at Wells Fargo Bank.

Frances Anita Howard, 90, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2013 in Mesa, AZ. She is survived by 3 of her 6 children, Marsha Eugene Hill, Calvin Bruce Howard, Susan Jane Martin, 23 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Bruce Howard, and children Constance Anita Howard, Robert Mark Howard, and Daniel Edwin Howard. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at 11 AM at the LDS Chapel, 616 S. Extension, Mesa, AZ, with a visitation from 10-10:45 AM. A memorial service will also be held at the LDS Chapel, 4700 Sale Lane, in Lake Charles, LA, Saturday, November 16 at 11 AM. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Laurie Diane Stratton, born May 20, 1957, was called home on Monday, November 4, 2013. She is survived by her husband Douglas Stratton, father Dock Taylor, sister Sheri (Hector) Gonzalez, brother Michael (Diana) Taylor, four nephews, one great nephew and a great niece. She is preceded in death by her mother Judith P Taylor. Laurie will always be remembered for her kindness to others, her love of family, music and her love of children. She will be missed by all. Funeral services are Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 920 S Lindsay Rd. Mesa, 85204. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Paul Rock Krech, 51, passed away October 28 2013 in Tempe, Arizona. Funeral services are Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 11 AM preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at the LDS Kleinman Park Ward, 616 S Extension Road Mesa AZ 85210. Arrangements by Bunker s Garden Chapel.

Maxwell Dee Jones, 93, born October 3, 1920, in Blackfoot, ID; died October 31, 2013, in Mesa, AZ. Max was raised in Morgan, UT. During WWII he was the navigator on a B-17, flying 30 missions in Europe, frequently as lead plane, and earning the Distinguished Flying Cross. After the war he earned his accounting degree from Brigham Young University and did graduate work at Northwestern University. He worked for U.S. Steel for 30 years, initially in Utah, then San Francisco, and finally Pittsburgh, PA. He tried retiring, but after a few months he took a job with Utah County and worked for many more years. He married Nita Fern Webster on Sept. 14, 1956, in the Los Angeles LDS temple and had four sons. Max is survived by son Maxwell Stanton (Bonnie) of Kaysville, UT; son Webster Craig (Ivy) of Mesa, AZ; daughter-in-law Michelle Breck of Lorton, VA; and son Bruce Nelson (Agnes) of Salt Lake City, UT. He was preceded in death by his wife Nita and son Michael D. Jones. During his many years Max faithfully served his family and church. He was an avid sports fan with a special love for playing and watching tennis. A viewing will be held Thurs., Nov. 7, 2013, from 9-10 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, 85201, followed by graveside services at 11 AM at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, 7900 E. Main, Mesa, 85207.

Reed Floyd Mack, age 87, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2013 in Salt Lake City, UT. He was born October 8, 1926 in Miami, AZ, the son of Floyd Malone and Cora Larson Mack. He married Phyllis Stapley on December 20, 1950 in the Mesa LDS Temple. Phyllis preceded him in death in 2002. He is survived by his children Delbert (Rebecca) Mack, Tucson, AZ; Cori (Tom) Crockett, Newberg, OR; David (McCaye Christianson) Mack, Salt Lake City; and Michael (Kim Smith) Mack, Salt Lake City, 16 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and beloved friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 11 AM at the Monument Park 2nd Ward building, 1005 S. 20th East. Friends may call Saturday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. A graveside memorial will be held at Mesa City Cemetery, Mesa Arizona, on Tuesday, November 12 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his memory to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund.

Conrad Kay Allen, born December 9, 1932 in Safford, AZ, passed away November 1, 2013 in Gilbert, AZ. He was the son of Orville Allen and Sarah Diantha Curtis of Thatcher, AZ. Conrad married Kay Jean Smith on December 14, 1950 in the Mesa LDS Temple. He served as a Bishop in the LDS Church, and along with his wife served three church missions. He served several times as a Scoutmaster and his five sons all became Eagle Scouts. He owned and operated a General Insurance Agency and was also an award winning professional photographer. Conrad was preceded in death three years ago, by his wife Kay Jean. He is survived by eight children; Roni Bates (Ivan), Chris Allen (Debbie), Noel Allen (Karen), Cory Allen (Cindy), Kevin Allen (Robin), Melodee Jones, Shawn Allen (Susan), and Elizabeth Banks (David). His posterity includes 53 grandchildren (49 survive him), 112 great-grandchildren (111 survive him) and 1 great-great grandchild. A viewing will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201, Friday, November 8th from 6-8 pm. Funeral services are Saturday, November 9th at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS Highland Ward, 7145 E. Monterey Ave. Mesa, AZ 85209.