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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.

Brown, Mildred Louise (Millie), 89, of Mesa passed peacefully on October 21, 2012. Millie was born April 28, 1923 in Corydon, Indiana. She moved to Arizona in 1954, making her home in Mesa. She retired from Motorola, and was very involved with the Mesa Senior Center. Millie was preceded in death by husbands Cecil Conrad and Wayne Brown; daughter Cecilia Conrad; parents Elmer and Helen Getz, brother William Getz and sister Betty Lang. Millie will be missed and lovingly remembered by her large extended family; children Virginia Stodghill (Frank), Glenda Patrick (Jerry), Pamela Williams, William Conrad (Jayne) and Cecil Conrad Jr; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Services will be Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa, 85213. A viewing will be held at 10am followed by chapel services at 11am. Interment will be at Mesa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of the Valley (Dobson Home), 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014, to whom they are infinitely grateful for the assistance and compassion in the care of their mother and grandmother.

Lena Lovena Cooper, 89, of Mesa, Arizona passed away October 11, 2012 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 24, 2012 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, 85201. Funeral services are Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM also at Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Ernest F. Johnson Jr, born Sept 2, 1934 in Prescott was called home on Sunday, Oct 21, 2012 in Mesa. There to meet him were his son, Kevin, granddaughter, Elizabeth Ann, his parents and two sisters. Left to carry on his traditions are his wife, Ann, daughter Denise, son Dennis and daughter in law, Dee. His legacy will be continued through his 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. After working for the government on various construction projects for 31 years, he retired to spend time with his wife and tour the world. Known as Mr. Fix-it to family and friends everywhere he lived and for his support of family members on LDS missions. He will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services are Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 at 10 AM, preceded by a visitation at 9 AM, at the LDS chapel located at 1249 S 48th St in Mesa. In lieu of flowers, donations to East Valley Hospice, 1351 N Alma School Rd Suite 250, Chandler, AZ 85224, or LDS general missionary fund are suggested. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Dreama Dawn Balke Howell, loving wife to Darrell and mother to Dustin, passed away October 18, 2012. She will join her father Herman Balke, mother Hyacinthe Balke and brother James Balke in eternal peace. Her legacy will be carried on by brothers Dennis, Mike and Harmon Balke and sister Virginia Holt. She is an inspiration to many, a nurturer to all and will be missed tremendously. Memorial services will be Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 11 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

HOFFMAN, STEPHEN EDWARD (STEVE), 71 of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away October 20, 2012 peacefully at his home. Steve was born August 21, 1941 in Manitowoc Wisconsin to Dr. George and Ruth Hoffman. Steve was preceded in death by his Mom and Dad. He is survived by his wife Sandie, and their 2 children. His son Mike Hoffman and his wife Maggie of Scottsdale Arizona, his daughter Trish Hoffman Drysdale and her husband Michael of Albuquerque New Mexico and one granddaughter Natalie Hoffman of Scottsdale Arizona.

Steve attended St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy, continued his education at the University of Wisconsin receiving his Bachelor of Science degree and then attended the University of Utah earning his Master degree in Physics.

Steve began his professional career as a teacher in Green Bay, Wisconsin, he taught for several years in Port Washington, Wisconsin. In 1970 he transitioned his career into the insurance industry. In 1979 Steve moved his family to Arizona and started Arizona Benefit Plans, Inc. Soon after California, Nevada, and New Mexico Benefit Plans followed and flourished into 42 years of success in the insurance business.

Steve was a proud member of Arizona Country Club where he and Sandie enjoyed many golfing experiences. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Shriners of Wisconsin. He was a member of the Corvette Club and enjoyed taking out one of his 3 collector cars on any given weekend. Steve was a lifelong Green Bay Packer fan and was an avid fly fisherman.

The family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in his name to St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy at 1101 Genesee Street, Delafield, Wisconsin 53018 www.sjnma.org

Final arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, services are private.