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Donald Alfred Lindenmoyer 82, passed away on July 14, 2024 following a short illness.
He was born January 2nd, 1942 in Allentown, PA to Alfred and Kathleen Rech Lindenmoyer.
He married Joan Rexford Lindenmoyer on February 19th, 1971 in Edinboro, PA.
He graduated from Allen High School, 1959 and received a BS degree in Science from Kutztown State University in PA 1963. He taught Chemistry and Physics at Meadville High School, 1963-1967. He began teaching Chemistry and Physics at Cambridge Springs High School (Penncrest School District) from 1967 to 1995.
In addition to teaching and serving as Science Department Chairperson, he sponsored the camera crew which filmed all sporting events and provided music for all school dances. He and his wife, Joan, also sponsored the National Honor Society. He was the timer for football games and scorekeeper for basketball (boys and girls) and baseball games. He continued his association with the athletic department after his retirement to make a total of 39 years of service. He was inducted into the Cambridge Springs Hall of Fame as “Lifetime Benefactor Award for Lifetime of Service” in 2009.
He became the first Penncrest District Technology Coordinator in 1995 and served in that position until his retirement in 2002. He was responsible for connecting all 8 buildings to the internet by establishing computer laboratories and wiring each teacher’s classroom. This made Penncrest the first school district in Northwest, PA to have internet accessibility!
He became the youngest Superintendent of Sunday School at the Zion Lutheran Church in Allentown, PA at age 16; a position he held until graduating from college. He attended The First Lutheran Church in Edinboro, PA and Twelve Apostles Lutheran Church in Seagerton, PA where he sang in the choirs, played in the bell choir, served on council and gave an occasional sermon during the pastor’s vacancies. He was also the financial Secretary for Twelve Apostles.
Upon moving to AZ in 2012, he played in the bell choir at Victory Lutheran Church, Mesa AZ, in addition to becoming Kitchen Supervisor and preparing meals for many years. He also was a contributing member of the Pastor’s Tech Committee which planned all religious services at Victory. He was an accomplished organist, so he was very interested in planning hymns and the music for the services. He was one of the founding members of the Men’s Bible Study Group known as the “Duck Club”.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth A. Lindenmoyer. He is survived by his wife, Joan and several cousins.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Lyle Edward McDermott, 61, passed away on July 1st, 2024 in his home in Gilbert, AZ.
He was born February 5th, 1963 to Dennis and Loretta (Lingenfelter) McDermott in Canton, IL.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis and Loretta, grandparents: Lyle and Darlene (Lempki) Lingenfelter, Carl and Clara (Bucker) McDermott plus several beloved aunts, uncles and a cousin.
Surviving family includes his sisters: Laura McDermott, Clara (McDermott) and brother-in-law Glenn Rogers of Indiana and brother Eddie McDermott of Illinois, five nieces and nephews and one great niece.
Lyle was an auto mechanic in Gilbert, AZ. He worked for 30+ years for Firestone.
He loved tinkering with his cars, camping and watching Nascar.
Services for Lyle will be held at graveside on 8/31/2024 at 10:00 AM at Oak Hill Cemetery: 1022 N Main Street, Lewistown, IL, 61542
Please join the family for a Celebration of Life with food, beverages and memories, after the services at 11:30 AM at Higgins Field: 1203 N Broadway, Lewistown, IL. 61542
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Beloved mother and grandmother Karen Jean (Curry) Urban, formerly of Everson, WA, passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2024, in Mesa, AZ.
Karen, the daughter of Carl and Pauline (Petersen) Curry, was born on July 7, 1943 in Maywood, CA. Her early years were spent in Northwestern Washington State, followed by a move to Lynwood, CA. She graduated from Lynwood High School in 1962. While at a USO dance in Long Beach, CA, she met Ronald Urban. They were united in marriage on February 12, 1966, in Long Beach, California. After Ron’s discharge from the Navy, they moved to Hays, KS, before settling in Everson, WA.
Karen and Ron had a small hobby farm on Lunde Road for 40 years, and Karen thrived as a homemaker. She would fill her days with caring for her children, cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, canning, and tending to animals on the homestead. Once her boys were grown, she took a position in the non-profit realm. Ron and Karen retired to Mesa, AZ, in 2014.
Karen is survived by her sons, Marc of Lynden, WA, and Joseph (Erika) of St. Peter, MN, and her grandchildren, Kade, Amelia, Owen, Eden, and Frederick.
Karen was preceded in death by her husband Ronald, her parents, sister Mary (Curry) Somerville, and her in-laws Edward and Eleanor (Suppes) Urban.
She will be missed greatly by all who knew her.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Melanie McCain, 56, passed away on July 12, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona.
Melanie was the fourth child of seven children, and first daughter born to Ray and Anneva McCain in Mesa, Arizona on January 10, 1968. Her parents were so excited to finally have a girl! Melanie grew up in Mesa and graduated from Westwood High School in 1986. Shortly after high school, Melanie served as a nanny for a family in New Jersey for a short period of time. After returning to Arizona, she completed a program to become a licensed travel agent.
Melanie worked for a variety of employers over the years but worked for nearly the last 25 years for the City of Phoenix. She started with the City Court, then later transferred to the City Clerk’s office, and for the past 15 years she worked for the city Aviation Department at Sky Harbor Airport. During this time, she worked as an Administrative Assistant and Management Assistant.
Melanie was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and had a deep and abiding love of her Savior Jesus Christ. She served in many callings over the years, in Primary, Young Women’s and Relief Society.
Melanie, much like her mother, had a unique way of loving and serving others. She would regularly call her siblings and others to make sure everyone was doing well. Melanie had 18 nieces and nephews, and 10 grand nieces and nephews that she loved and cherished with all her heart. Melanie rarely missed and made every attempt to attend a birthday party, play, concert, game or other performance that any one of them were participating in that she could; furthermore, she always seemed to remember to send a birthday card or Christmas gift. Melanie also attended many family gatherings including birthday parties, reunions, and especially loved family game nights. She loved travelling to visit her close friends or family members across the United States.
Melanie was deeply loved by all who knew her, especially her family. Melanie was predeceased by her parents, Ray and Anneva; and is survived by her six siblings: Mark (Carla) McCain, Queen Creek, AZ; Michael (Emily) McCain, Mt. Pleasant, UT; Martin (Ruth Ann) McCain, Spring City, UT; Mathew (Karen) McCain, Mesa, AZ; Melissa (Terry) Tippie, Twin Peaks, CA; and Morgan (Hana) McCain, Mesa, AZ.
Visitation from 6 to 8 pm on July 19, 2024, at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa.
Funeral services are Saturday July 20, 2024, at 10:30 am, preceded by a visitation at 9:30 am at the Olive Ward Meetinghouse located at 525 E. 2nd Avenue, Mesa.
Internment at Mountain View Cemetery, Mesa.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Ronald Lloyd Herrick, age 85 of Queen Creek, Arizona, passed away on July 9, 2024, at his home after a long struggle with Parkinson’s surrounded by his family.
He was born on June 27, 1939, to Lloyd and Gwen Herrick and was raised in Ogden, Utah. He spoke with reverence and love about both of his parents and told many great stories of his youth. Those were years filled with a love of baseball, friends, dating, and cars. He attended and graduated from Ogden High School and then moved to Logan where he attended Utah State University. He met the amazing Marlene Lewis Taylor and soon fell in love. After a short engagement, they were sealed in the Logan Temple on February 15, 1963.
After they both graduated from USU with Bachelor Degrees, they moved to California where Dad attended Physical Therapy school at the University of Southern California. After graduation, he worked at several places in California but was soon offered a job back “home” in Utah. They were homesick for their family and made the move. Dad worked as a Physical Therapist at McKay Dee Hospital for many years.
Dad loved building or looking at new homes and we moved often between Ogden, Roy, Morgan, and South Ogden, Utah. He returned to graduate school in California at the University of San Francisco, where he obtained his Master’s Degree in Hospital Administration, graduating early. Dad quickly landed leadership roles and soon became the Director of the Stewart Rehabilitation Center. He later made a big move to Phoenix, Arizona (1983) where he worked at Good Samaritan Hospital as an Associate Administrator. Another move took them to Kansas City, Missouri (1996) where he worked at the Rehabilitation Institute before he retired in 2002, bringing one final move back home to Arizona. He traveled for many years doing CARF Surveys (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) often taking his family with him. He was a great leader in his profession and was admired and respected for his knowledge of Rehabilitation. He was an advocate for the physically challenged.
Ron and Marlene had 5 children and we have been blessed to enjoy being a close-knit family. We cannot fully express how much we loved and admired our Dad. Our parents were married for 47 years when Mom passed away in 2010. He married Elaine Haycock Proffitt later that year. They were a bright light for each other and enjoyed their time together in Dad’s later years.
He was a quiet and unassuming hero in our lives. A man who loved life, found humor in every situation, and was the ever-present protector of his family. He was kind and followed the Golden Rule. He loved baseball, movies, popcorn, sunsets, and skies full of stars! He loved the outdoors and we spent vacations camping, hiking, river rafting, and fishing. He loved his country and it showed whenever a flag was raised or a patriotic song was sung.
Dad belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities over the years. He served in the Young Men’s Organization, Scouting, as an Executive Secretary, Gospel Doctrine Teacher, Stake High Council, and in multiple bishoprics as either a Counselor or Bishop. He LOVED the gospel of Jesus Christ and had a strong testimony of the Savior’s divinity, its principles and doctrines, and a special place in his heart for Joseph Smith and church history. He loved the scriptures and studied them daily.
Ron is survived by his children Kristen Derrick, Scott Herrick, Stephanie (Josh) Simonton, and Marci (Tom) Crismon, 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, and his wife of 14 years, Elaine Proffitt Herrick.
He was preceded in death by his Eternal Companion, our mom—Marlene Herrick, daughter—Lisa Sawyer, son-in-law—David Derrick, his father and mother—Lloyd and Gwen Herrick, and his sister—DeAnn Galbraith.
We will be honoring Dad at a Celebration of Life to be held on July 27, 2024, at 10:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 26023 S Lemon Ave. Queen Creek, AZ 85142. There will be a viewing immediately before the funeral from 8:30 am to 9:45 am. He will be buried at the Mesa City Cemetery, next to Marlene, located at 1212 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Ralph M Chavez passed from this life on July 6th, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona.
He was born January 31st, 1926 in Los Angeles, California to Ysmael and Aurora Chavez.
Ralph served with Honor in the United States Navy during WWII where he served on several aircraft and escort Carriers.
He is survived by his widow, Maria Chavez, sons: Ralph Chavez, Art Chavez, Gilbert Chavez, daughters: Diane Chavez, Tina Chavez, 25 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Ralph will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Wendy Ann Skinner, 53, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on July 6th, 2024. Wendy was born March 3rd, 1971 to Diane and Wayne Wiersema in Oaklawn, Illinois. After Wendy graduated from high school 1989, she started college at Northern Arizona University and then changed majors as well as transferred to Arizona State University. She met her husband, Matt at ASU when they had a class together and were married in June 1992. She finally did graduate from American Intercontinental University with a bachelors in business administration healthcare management in December 2008.
Wendy and Matt went on to have four wonderful children Jacob, Geordiane, Gabriella, and David. Wendy’s full time role of mother to her children and also worked part-time at several pharmacies as a pharmacy technician as well as in the healthcare management field.
Wendy spent her time looking at and buying jewelry as well as shopping. Services will be held at Christ the King church 1551 East Dana Avenue, Mesa, Arizona 85204 on July 25, 2024 at 10:00 am.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Melinda “Lindy” Hoopes, was born on May 27, 1977, in Mesa, AZ. After a fight against colon cancer, she peacefully passed away, surrounded by her loving family, on July 10, 2024.
Lindy served a spanish-speaking mission in Venezuela for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Following her mission, she dedicated the last 20 years of her career to inspiring and educating students as a Spanish teacher at Highland High School.
She is survived by her parents, Fred and Krisanne Hoopes; her siblings, James Hoopes (Beth), Leeanne Cook (Blake), Brittani Arnow (Brandon), and Melissa Fuller (Mark), and her partner, Michelle Wilson. Lindy was also a loving aunt to her 5 nephews and 8 nieces.
Lindy’s warmth, kindness, and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A visitation will be held on July 18, 2024, from 6:00-8:00pm at Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.
The funeral service will take place on July 19, 2024, at 10:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 825 S. 32nd St, Mesa, AZ 85204. There will be a viewing prior to the funeral services from 9:00-9:45am.
A graveside service will be held on July 20, 2024 at The Graham Cemetery 3120 N. Graham Cemetery Rd. Safford, AZ, at 9:00am.
For those unable to attend, the service will be viewable here: Melinda Hoopes Funeral (youtube.com)
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Lila Kleinman Ford Booth, 92, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona. Lila was a beloved friend, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother, a woman of grace, beauty and humor. She loved her family very much and loved showing interest in her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed, but welcomed to her heavenly home by those who preceded her in death, her parents Earl Kleinman and Velda Bond, her older brother Dwayne Kleinman, her stepson Tim Booth and her spouses Donald Jay Trimble, Lester Ray Ford, and Burl Frank Booth. She leaves behind her children Larry Ford and Kathy Overall (Bob), and stepdaughter Barbara Tieman, along with 9 grandchildren, Amy Johnson (Dustin), TJ Booth (LaChae), Tamra Mauzy (Jordan), Kelly Booth, Jillene Guzman (David), Collin Overall (Lindsay), Robin Tieman, Nathan Overall and Brianna Smith and 16 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Lila was born on January 15, 1932, in Mesa, Arizona to Earl and Velda Kleinman, being the second child following Dwayne, then siblings John Kleinman (Karen), Gary Kleinman (Linda) and Marieva Munson (Dennis). She grew up in Mesa, Arizona and graduated from Mesa High in 1950. She excelled in dance, playing softball and was on the Rabbettes marching squad. She chose to be a secretary in the 8th grade and took many classes in high school to build her career. Following high school, she worked for many insurance offices, Honeywell and Motorola. She opened the doors to Mesa Community College working as secretary to Dr Theo J. Heap, Sports Director. She brought us to see many games there!
She married Lester Ray Ford in the Mesa Arizona Temple in 1959. They lived in Tucson and Mesa and were blessed with 2 children, Larry and Kathy. Lester passed away in 1967, leaving Lila with two children. Through family and friends, Lila would meet Burl Frank Booth from Prescott Arizona. Burl would travel to Mesa and Lila would travel to Prescott during their courtship. Burl and Lila married in1970 joining the two families together with Barbara and Timothy Booth. Lila and kids moved to Prescott Arizona and began work as a secretary for the Institute of Religion for her church. She loved getting to know all of the students and listening to them. She also worked for the Bunker Sawmill, and for the Yavapai County Health Department until her retirement in 1997. She worked for a total of 47 years! Lila also did tax preparation on the side for many years which she enjoyed. She loved that she was able to support her family.
Lila was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a secretary for all of the auxiliaries. She also served as Young Women and Relief Society President for the Prescott Wards, but her most favorite calling was that as a Stake missionary along with Burl! She was a good friend to all, especially the singles. She lent a helping hand for those in need. She continued to maintain her testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and was a shining light to those she met. Later on when living in Mesa, she served a Service Mission working at the Red Mountain Institute of Religion. She continued to be a missionary up until her passing.
We love you mom! We will continue to honor your memory in our lives!
Funeral services will occur on Friday July 19, 2024. Viewing will be at 9:00am and services at 10:00am at The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 3920 E Brown Road, Mesa, Arizona 85205.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Baxter (Jack) 85, passed away July 1, 2024 with his wife and family at his side.
Jack was born in Hickory Ridge, Arkansas on July 26, 1938. At four years of age, Jack’s family and baby brother Ben moved to Jonesboro, Arkansas. Jack lived there through high school and participated in sports, baseball, basketball and track. Jack continued on to Arkansas State College and graduated with a bachelors degree in chemistry.
His first job took him to North Carolina then on to Northern California.
Jack and Kathleen met in the summer of 1963 while aboard an airplane and married in January of 1964. After their son, Carey, was born Jack wanted to move his family to Arkansas and by 1968 they relocated to Mesa, Arizona where he joined Motorola as an engineer in the semiconductor field.
Later Jack started his onw company Shelton Whitlock and Shelton (SWS). After his retirement he enjoyed golf, tennis and his family. Jack loved to watch sports on the television. Hence there were 2 TV’s in his office. He also loved listening to old Rock and Roll music and Blues.
Jack was a good man who loved family and many friends from Junior High through high school. Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Baxter Franklin Shelton Sr, Tersia Garrett, his brothers Ben, and Tom and nephews Matthew and John. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, sister Judy Collins, son Carey Shelton and wife, Deborah, his grandson Michael Shelton and wife Lindsey, and great grandson Jackson Shelton.
Robert (Bob) Leroy Dewey, 77, of Superior, Arizona passed away on July 7, 2024.
He was born in Phoenix, AZ. He is the son of Houston and Vivian Dewey of Phoenix, Arizona. He graduated from South Mountain High School in 1966 before joining the US Army. During his 20 years of military service, he served honorably in Vietnam earning 3 Bronze Service Stars.
Bob married the love of his life, Elizabeth “Beth” Halina, in 1979. They were devoted parents to their 3 sons: Robert, Jason, and Adam; 5 grandchildren: Joshua, Kayla, Mariah, Gavin and Jaysie as well as his 7 great-grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife, Beth. He is survived by his brothers, Kenneth and Michael.
After retiring from the Army, Bob and Beth, enjoyed traveling in their RV, crisscrossing the United States many times to enjoy the scenery, historic monuments, and stopping to fish. He enjoyed spending time with his children/ grandchildren. It was not uncommon to find him at one of the many activities that they participated in throughout the years. He also enjoyed working on his 1960 Impala.
Bob will be truly missed by all that were blessed to have him as a part of their lives.
Celebration of Life to be held Saturday, August 17, 2-4pm at Bunker Family Funeral 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa. Burial will be held Monday, August 19, 9:30am at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Cave Creek.
In lieu of flowers donations to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) are suggested. Support DAV Today! – Donate Today – Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Jimmy Reed Nelson, our beloved father and grandfather, returned to his heavenly home on July 1, 2024, with his children by his side. Jim was born on December 28, 1946, to Reed and Elaine Nelson and grew up in Ephraim Utah. As a young boy, Jim enjoyed fishing, water skiing, boating and participating in 4-H where he had prize winning Suffolk sheep. Jim was very active in school including playing basketball and serving as student body president. Everyone knew Jim and he was a great friend to all. At the age of 19, he served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Gulf States Mission and made lifelong friends with those he met. After returning from his mission, he married Marie Van Epps in the Manti Temple on January 25, 1969. They would then move to Tempe Arizona where they built their life and family together.
Jim graduated from ASU in Business Management and for 35 years owned Jim’s Exxon in Tempe, AZ. Jim was a long-time resident of Tempe and an active member of the community and in his church serving in multiple church callings.
Jim had a big heart and would strike up a conversation with anyone he encountered. He made friends everywhere he went including those around the world he would meet on his travels with his dear wife. Jim and Marie were blessed to not only travel the world but also serve a church mission together in Norway which was one of the highlights of their life.
Jim is survived by his 4 children; Bryan (Quincy), Tonya Sanders (Jason), Marty (Cindy), Mandy Huffaker (Stephen), 13 grandchildren; Stone (Amzi), Drake (Courtney), Sadie (Adam), Creed, Haylie (Cole), Macie (Bridger), Tate, Cade, Chase, Gavin, Mace, Aro, Simeon and great-grandson, Brixton. He is also survived by his two brothers, Doug and Kirk.
Jim is preceded in death by his sweetheart Marie, his oldest daughter Jennifer and his parents Reed and Elaine.
Funeral services for Jim will be held Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 10:00am with a family visitation beforehand at 9:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints Tempe West Stake Center, 1050 W Grove Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85283.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
On June 24, 2024, Dave Lee Johnson at the age of 75 returned home to his Father in Heaven. While sudden and unanticipated, his manner of passing suited him in the sense that he was climbing on and off the skid steer just two days before, never limited for very long. We know he had a joyous reunion with his beloved mother, father, sister-Jan, and youngest son Davy. He exited as he lived, surrounded by people that loved him dearly, with music in his ears, looking towards Heavenly Father…alongside plenty of perhaps inappropriate humor, but what could he expect given the children he raised? We learned it from somewhere. Or maybe that was mom.
Born in 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona, Dave grew up surrounded by his clan of 7 siblings. With so many siblings, it goes without saying that the shenanigans featured in so many memories began early in life. In many ways he took after his father Chester Eugene Johnson, a brilliant man, a problem-solving man, but with a mildness that came from his mother, Bessie Hancock. From the beginning his gentle protectiveness, curiosity about the world, and desire to create shined through. He is survived by siblings Joy, Dan, Vi, Ann, Loa, and Evan.
He met the love of his life, Judy Thruston Jessie, at a church dance, and they kept dancing for decades to come. He’d dance with Judy in the kitchen while he sang in her ear, and then he’d plop his daughters on top of his feet and do the same with them. Judy and Dave are one of the few couples whose love persisted, grew, and blossomed despite the many trials they faced together. What a gift to their children and 31 grandchildren.
Admittedly, his sons and his daughters may have had two distinct experiences growing up with him as Dad. This is evident by his two favorite phrases for each: to the boys, “quit screwin’ around,” and to the girls, “hello, my lovely daughter.” He loved each and every one of his children deeply, and is survived by Heather, Eric, Charlene, Christy, Richard, Paul, Sheri, and Haylee.
Dave was an entrepreneur, although he’d probably never use that word to describe himself. His business efforts led to the creation of AZ Firebird Contractors, Inc, the company he owned and headed as a concrete contractor way longer than any of us wanted him to, but who could persuade Dave out of anything? He had high expectations for those that worked with him, but these expectations truly came from his belief in every individual’s capacity for even more than they thought themselves capable of achieving. His sons worked alongside him in several different capacities, over years that Dave cherished. Dave was an ox when it came to hard work. The day he passed in Phoenix, Arizona, he actually had a concrete pour scheduled at the new home he had just built for himself and Judy in Saint Johns, AZ.
If Dave’s first loves were God and his family, shortly after that followed hot rods and motorcycles. His garage was the heaven of all of his grandsons. Every child and grandchild has a memory riding with Dave on one of his creations. Close to his heart was the ’32 Buick that carried him and Judy to and away from the temple grounds the day of their sealing, and later several children and grandchildren. Dave did the first burnout recorded (unofficially) at the Gilbert, AZ temple grounds.
Different people saw him in different ways…gentle and kind, or assertive and commanding. Above all this speaks to his humility, that capacity to meet the needs of a situation with the approach it needed and without performance.
Much to Dave’s displeasure, we are not burying him in a pine box built from 2×4’s in the yard.
Services will be held July 12, 2024 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel located at 2228 E. Brown Rd. Mesa, Arizona 85213. The viewing will begin at 9 AM, followed by services at 10 AM.
Following the service, interment will take place at Dignity Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park located at 6747 E. Broadway Rd. Mesa, AZ 85206 (SE corner of Power and Broadway).
All are invited to come and celebrate his life with us.
Should you wish to send flowers in his honor, the funeral home is Bunker Family Funerals Garden Chapel located at 33 N. Centennial Way Mesa, AZ 85201, (480)-964-8686.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Lisa Kae Judd, 68, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on July 2nd, 2024. Lisa was born on June 28, 1956 at Southside Hospital in Mesa, AZ. She was the third of four children born to Roy T. Everett and Zovah Bingham Everett. She married Kevin Ray Judd on June 28, 1980 in the Mesa Arizona Temple.
She is survived, and greatly missed by her husband of 44 years, Kevin; her brother Ron (Judy) Everett; her sister Tina Judd; her children Brandon Judd; Michelle Abel; Allison (Josh) Bradshaw; Preston Judd and Shannon Murphy; and 10 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Jackie Johnson; and her son-in-law, Ben Abel.
Lisa was a talented pianist and gave piano lessons for many years. She was a faithful, lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Her callings in the church included ward pianist, organist, chorister, and primary teacher. Lisa lived her life for her family. Her children and grandchildren meant everything to her.
A viewing will be held for Lisa on Thursday, July 11, 2024 and 6:00-8:00 PM at the Bunker Family Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way Mesa, AZ.
Funeral Services with take place Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4640 E Holmes Ave, Mesa, AZ 85206. There will be a viewing prior to the funeral services from 9:00-9:45 AM.
The graveside dedication will be at 2:00 PM at the San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf, 22425 E Cloud Rd Queen Creek, AZ.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Lucy Ann Green [Robinson] age 85, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 29, 2024 at her home in Phoenix, Arizona. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Born April 19, 1939, Lucy was the second of four children of Samuel Jerald Robinson and Flossie Bluth Robinson. She grew up in central Phoenix, attended North High School where she participated in various sports, music and performance activities. Her true passion, however, was discovered in sewing and mending. She excelled in clothing construction and was the family go-to for everything involving a needle and thread. She often said that the best place to relax was at her sewing machine.
Lucy married Darwin Boyd Green in 1961 in the Mesa Temple and they had two children, Sherilyn and Robert. After living in several states, they settled in northern California, where Lucy and the children lived until 1980. She then returned to her roots in Phoenix and worked for many years in the accounting department for a real estate development company.
She was devoted to her family, caring for her son until his death from cancer in 2001. She also helped care for her elderly parents until each of them passed away.
She believed a bowl of freshly cooked beans was the best comfort food, and passed down a few of her favorite recipes that continue to delight her great-grandchildren.
She is preceeded in death by her beloved sister, Minnie Jo, older brother, Jerald Van, her parents, and her son, Robert.
She is survived by her brother Samuel J. Robinson (Susan) of Phoenix, daughter Sherilyn Lindsley (David), 4 grandchildren and spouses, 5 great-grandchildren, all in Utah, and many nieces, nephews and their families.
Memorial services will be Tuesday July 9, 2024 at 10:00 am at Bunker Family Funerals Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. A viewing will begin at 9:00 am
Dedication of the grave at the Mesa City Cemetery will follow the service.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Robert Garn Wilcock (Bob, Bubba), 85, passed away on June 30, 2024, at his home. Most of his life he worked as a surveyor for Maricopa County, but throughout his life he had many different jobs, including blocklayer, potato farmer, sheepherder, firefighter and as a clerk in the Army. He was a very dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served throughout his life, including as a missionary in his youth and as a service missionary later in life. He was preceded across the veil by his parents, Garn and Gazelle, his brother Jim, and his sisters Naomi, Lee and Ardith. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jackie; his brothers, Ern and Bill; his five children, Jacob (Anna), Robin (Duane), Joseph (Angel), Jeff (Julene) and Rebecca (Scott); and thirteen grandchildren. Services will be held on Saturday July 13, 2024 at 10 am, preceded by a visitation at 9 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 1221 W Howe St, Tempe, AZ. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice of the Valley, Central Area.
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