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Clarence Wesley Burnes, 78, surrounded by his loving family and embraced in love, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2012. Clarence was born in Horatio, Arkansas to James Eli Burnes and Sally Belle Johnson on April 28, 1934. He was married to his life long love, Patsy Ruth Redmond on May 18, 1956 and had 4 wonderful children to carry on his legacy, Wesley, David, Gail and Jeff. His memories and traditions will also live on through his 10 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Clarence was a loving husband, a devoted father, a treasured grandfather and cherished great-grandfather and his witty humor, unconditional love and generosity will be dearly missed by all. Condolences may be sent to Mi Casa Nursing Center, 330 S. Pinnule Cir., Mesa, AZ 85206, C/O Patsy Burnes.

Lena Joyce Russell, 89, of Mesa passed away November 11, 2012. She is the mother of 5 boys, Vaughn (Franci), Larry, Bruce (Kay), Kent (Jeannie) and Gerald (Janelle). She has 16 grandchildren and 49 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Byron (now they are “Together Again

Gloria Lynn McArthur, 62, passed away on November 11, 2012 in Gilbert, Arizona after a brave battle with cancer. Lynn was a devoted woman who gave all of herself to the Lord, to her family and to everyone she loved and served throughout her life. She is survived by her loving husband, Skip, children Heather, Kristina (Ryan), Terry (Michelle), Benjamin (Deanna), Daniel (Becky), Cambron (Joey), Rebecca (Andrew), Lisa (Kevin) and 20 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 16, 2012 at 9:30 AM at the LDS Chapel at 1483 North Driftwood Drive in Gilbert. Visitation will be held on November 15, 2012 from 6PM to 8PM and November 16, 2012 from 8:30 AM to 9:15AM at the LDS Chapel at 1483 North Driftwood Drive in Gilbert. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the LDS Humanitarian Aid Fund at give.lds.org/humanitarian. Funeral arrangements handled by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, Mesa, Arizona.

Patsy Dell Dotter Walding died November 8, 2012. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 5, in the 76th Ward building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mesa, AZ. Bishop Lynn Leatham will be presiding. She was born in Stillwater, OK on November 27, 1925 to Frank A. and Alta E. McKaughan Dotter. After graduating from Stillwater High School, Patsy went to nursing school in Texas. Following completion of her schooling she joined the U. S. Air Force. In her role as an Air Force nurse she traveled all over the world. Her duties took her to Germany, Japan and Vietnam. She was married to Bill Walding in 1972. Patsy loved traveling and seeing new places. When she retired from the Air Force she settled in Ft. Worth, TX. While in Ft. Worth she went back to school and got an associate’s degree in horticulture. She enjoyed her own garden and volunteering at the botanical garden. She also volunteered in local hospitals. She moved back to Stillwater to be near her Mother and Sister. While in Stillwater she attended First Christian Church and was active in the American Legion. She volunteered with a number of organizations and loved serving. In 2011 she and her sister moved to Mesa, AZ. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband Bill, her parents, Frank and Alta, and her brother, Kenneth. She is survived by one sister: Jonita Dotter Milligan of Mesa, AZ and one Brother: Frank “Buddy

Leila Ziegler –Adams, taken from us far too soon. Leila was on an endless journey to find love, peace, and light. She has finally found love, peace, and light on the other side. Leila is survived by her husband Josh Adams, children; Elijah 7, Araiya 5, and Freedom 1 ½ months, mother and father Barbara and Terry Jeffers, Sisters; Salena (Vox) Pruitt and Kristen (Gene) Jordan; Aunt Salena (Roger) Duncan, Uncles; John (Gila) Anderson and Larry Anderson, maternal grandfather James (Doris) Anderson and countless other family and friends. She was preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Mildred Ruble, Cousin Jame Duncan, and Uncle George Johnston. ‘Til we meet again, peace baby, we love you! Visitation will be Monday, November 12, 2012 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Arthur Collins Chapman 85, of Mesa, AZ peacefully returned to his heavenly home on Monday, November 5, 2012. He was born August 21, 1927 in Bluewater, NM to Ernest Collins and Mary Genette Adair Chapman. He served in the US Navy and as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Central Atlantic States Mission. In 1950 he married Helen Crum in the Arizona Temple. He received his BA in Engineering from U of U and a Masters in Engineering from UCLA. He was employed by the GE/Honeywell Computer Division and traveled the world during his employment. He is survived by his wife Helen, of 62 years, brother Neal Chapman, daughters Elaine Fort (Milton), Pat Freestone (Chris), Janet Woods (Steve), Colleen Coleman (Daren), 21 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Alma Delmoe, brother Telford, daughter Marianne Merrill (Walter). Services will be held at the Maricopa North Stake Center, 1718 N. Date, Mesa, AZ on Monday, November 12, 2012 at 10 AM, visitation one hour prior to service. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Verna Lucille Clemens, 89, passed away November 4, 2012 in Mesa, Arizona. Graveside services are Friday, November 9, 2012 at 1:30 PM at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street in Mesa. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Rosemary Roy, 80, or Mesa, Arizona passed away November 5, 2012 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Arrangements entrusted to Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Janice Lea Garber, 67, passed away November 4, 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona. Graveside services are Saturday, November 10, 2012 at 11 AM at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 North Center Street in Mesa. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

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Stuart Allen Kadel, 49, passed away October 20, 2012 in Chandler, Arizona. Memorial services are Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 3 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa.

Joseph P. Rais (Papa Joe), 81, passed away Oct. 26, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. He was born in Globe AZ, Jan. 17, 1931. He served in the AF during the Korean War. He is survived by wife, Ruth (Allred) Rais, children, Sandra (Bill Brower), W. Sevey (Maggie) Sherman, Patricia (Mark) Williams, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was in retail for many years, but was best known as the owner of Country Crossing Restaurant in Gilbert, AZ. He was an ASU graduate, a big fan of ASU sports and loved to golf. Funeral services are Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of the Valley or the Gilbert Fire Department.

Willis Lane Wilcken Sr. (67) Born in Rexburg, Idaho Apr 26, 1945 passed away peacefully Oct 27, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister and eldest son, Willis Jr. Survived by his loving wife of 44 years Mildred Rivera, children: Lane, Cathy, John, Joseph, Lydia, Clarissa, Jared and 41 grandchildren. Willis was a lifelong car, airplane enthusiast and entrepreneur. He was a great husband, father and friend to many. Services will be held at the LDS chapel on Adobe & Val Vista in Mesa at 10am concluding with interment in Fillmore, Utah.

Robert B Albrecht, 93, passed away October 25, 2012 in Tempe, Arizona. Memorial services are Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 2 PM at the Friendship Village Skirm Auditorium, 2645 East Southern Avenue, Tempe, Arizona 85282. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Evelyn Marie Henderson 95, born in Baggs, Wyoming on January 8, 1917, was called home Wednesday, October 24, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. She raised her family in Craig, CO. Following the death of her husband in 1962, she moved to Mesa, AZ, where she lived for the remainder of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, David, sons Wayne & Ralph, 5 siblings, and grandson, Matthew. She is survived by sons Kenneth (Linda), Gerald (Joyce), daughter-in-law, Marlene, 27 grandchildren & 84 great-grandchildren. Evelyn was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed. Funeral Services are Saturday, October 27, at the LDS Church, 1911 N. 24th St, Mesa. Viewing at 3:00 p.m. followed by services at 4:00 p.m. Interment in Craig, CO. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.