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Steven Wayne Roach, aged 67, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly on May 30th, 2024. Steve was born October 30th, 1956 in Phoenix, Arizona, to Wayne and Maurine Roach.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jan, and children, Natalie Wright (Matt), Audrey Tolman (Marcus), Kevin Roach (Amber), Connie Johnson (David), and Eric Roach (Shannon), and 18 grandchildren. Steven is also survived by his dear mother, Maurine Roach, and his sisters, Teri Husted and Brenda Witt. He is preceded in death by his brother, Douglas Roach. Steve’s father, Wayne Roach, passed away five short days after Steve died. His family is comforted in knowing that Steve was there to receive him.

Steve was a curious and smart little boy and always had a mind for engineering. He would often tell stories of the traps, trip lines, pranks, and inventions that he created with his younger brother Douglas. Steve’s children and grandchildren were especially amused by the story of how, as a teenager, Steve was accidentally (and thankfully, not too seriously) electrocuted while taking apart a washing machine, while his brother Douglas was too busy laughing at Steve to help him.

With his memorable deep bass singing voice, Steve was very involved with music and choir at Catalina High School in Tucson, Arizona. He also served on the student council and was elected as the student body president his senior year. He was well liked by many classmates who remember him fondly to this day.

Steve was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all his life. He served for two years as a representative of our Savior as a missionary in Hong Kong and then attended and graduated from Brigham Young University. He served in many callings, most often as ward choir director. At the time of his death, Elder Roach was assigned to serve in the Arizona Gilbert Mission with his sweet eternal companion, Jan.

He was “true blue, through and through,” and a loyal fan of the BYU football team. He enjoyed watching (or grimacing through) the games with family and friends, and he took pleasure in waking up his teenaged children for early-morning seminary by shaking their beds and singing the Cougar Fight Song. “Rise and shout!”

Steve met Jan Myers in the summer of 1978, and five days after they first met, they got engaged. On December 28th, 1978, Steve and Jan were married in the Mesa Arizona Temple for time and all eternity. Together they raised five children. Steve, better known these days as “Papa” or “Grandpa,” was a caring and devoted grandparent who always made time to attend sporting events, concerts, and other special occasions for his grandchildren, who will all miss him dearly.

After his graduation from BYU, Steve worked for IBM for nearly two decades, and then spent the rest of his career at Microsoft until he retired in the summer of 2023. Many of his colleagues looked up to him as a mentor and friend.

Music was an integral part of Steve’s life and faith. He sang in or directed scores of choirs throughout his life and made many friends through a shared love of music. He was blessed to be born into a musical family and helped foster a love of music in his children. It was one of the most powerful ways that he felt the Spirit of God.

Steve was always ready and willing to help his family in any way. He has been a great support to his parents these last several years and helped his children without judgment with whatever they needed. His dad said that Steve “was the kingpin of the whole family.”

Steve had a powerful and personal testimony of Jesus Christ and of the saving power of His Atonement. He wasn’t afraid to let his emotions show when he would share that testimony with others.

His family will miss him terribly, but is comforted knowing that “because of Him, there is no such thing as the end.”

A memorial service for family and friends will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, June 7th, 2024, at the Boulder Creek stake center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 3025 South Hawes Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212.

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.

Linda Keel, 78, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on April 7, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born on August 31, 1945, in Buffalo, New York, to Dan and Ruth (Fornoff) Keel.

Linda attended the University of Arizona and Buffalo University for her undergraduate degree. She was one of the first women accepted into graduate school at Boston University, where she earned a master’s degree in special education.

Linda began her professional career at the Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA, helping previously sighted people develop mobility and life skills.

In the late 70s, Linda moved to Arizona and served as director for the Central Arizona Children’s Education Center, an organization dedicated to children with developmental disabilities. At the same time, she worked tirelessly to help get the federal IDEA Entitlement Grant adopted in Arizona, which provided free public education for children with disabilities.

A bout with thyroid cancer left Linda unable to have children of her own. As a single woman in the early 80s, she was not able to pursue adoption in the United States. So, in 1982, in true trailblazer fashion, Linda proudly adopted infant daughter Sarah Sujani Keel from India.

In 1995, Linda took a pay cut to transition into a new role as a resource teacher for the Mesa Public School District, where she devoted the next 17 years to working with children with severe learning disabilities.

Linda retired in 2012, and enjoyed reading, gardening, and cooking in her free time. She was a lifelong animal lover who would do anything to help a furry friend, including once being hit by a car as a child while trying to catch a runaway cat.

Over the years, Linda rescued many animals and had a special place in her heart for her feline and canine babies Wally, Annie, Justin, Julia and Skippy.

Throughout her life, Linda was an advocate for women’s rights, gay rights, equitable education and animal welfare. She is remembered by peers as an amazing teacher who cared deeply for her students. Friends recall Linda as being direct and kind, having a tough exterior, and as a loyal friend who “always had your back.”

Linda was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by daughter Sarah, as well as many friends and colleagues.

The family thanks Montecito Post-Acute Care and Rehabilitation and Hospice of the Valley for their compassion, dignity and care of Linda, and Bunker Family Funerals and Cremation for their support, kindness and outreach during these difficult times.

Vernie Maria Grimes Spurlock (Verna) 87, passed away peacefully on June 1,2024 in Chandler Arizona.

Verna was born February 17, 1937 in Gallup, New Mexico to Ray Thomas Grimes and Maria Wetton Grimes. She married Ransom Theodore Spurlock (Ted) and together they had six children: Ransom(Glee), Maria Bailey(Bill), Teddy(Doug), Toni Saline(Henry), Pride(Glenna) and Glen(Marcia), who married and blessed her with quite a bunch of grandchildren and “ The Beat Goes On”.

Verna loved her family, travel, sewing, dancing and painting.  She worked as a mother, ranch wife and Postmaster.

She is preceded in passing to the other-side by her parents and husband. She is survived by her Brother, Vincent(Doria), Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

A viewing and short service will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Bunker Family Funeral Home at 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Az. Following, we will dedicate the grave at Mesa Cemetery, located at 1212 N Center St. in Mesa.

A luncheon, storytelling, and dancing will then be enjoyed (at Verna’s request) at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located at 1115 E Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225.

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.

John Timothy Hanifin, 68, of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024, after a brief illness. John was the son of Jack and Marjorie Hanifin who preceded him in death. His brothers John Rowan Hanifin, Robert Decker and Timothy Decker also preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Mary, and daughters Kristina Lewis (Barry) of Portland, OR and Sarah Hanifin-Hofmeyer (Dean) of Fort Wayne, IN. Also surviving are his brother, Reverend Michael P. Hanifin of Costa Mesa, CA, his sister, Brandy Sandoval of Georgia, his niece Chelsea Jeub (Michael), grandchildren Angelica and Xavier Lewis and many relatives, friends, and colleagues.

John grew up in Anaheim, CA just a few blocks from Disneyland and spent many days exploring the theme park in its early years. Unable to attend college, as a young man he found work as a parts washer in an electric motor repair shop and learned the industrial electric motor repair business from the ground up from winding motor coils to AC and DC motor, drives and gear box repair to vibration analysis and balancing as well as sales and management. He owned his own shop, Accurate Motor Products and Services in Corona, California from 1991 to 2002.

Customer service and quality work were top priorities for John, and he took immense pride in analyzing and resolving issues to keep his clients’ production operations up and running. His knowledge and versatility allowed him to provide solutions for a variety of industries including steel mills, railroads, wind turbines, mining, cement plants and manufacturing plants, which enabled him to build a strong and loyal client base. John was nicknamed the “motorguru” for his ability to solve complex issues that other repair facilities had difficulty with. After closing his shop, he worked as a sales consultant for several companies, with many of his clients following him and sending him work regardless of where he was because they knew he would get the job done right. He traveled extensively throughout his 50yr career sharing his expertise with colleagues and clients in California, Nevada, Arizona, Washington, Illinois, Missouri, and Hawaii.

John had a profound love of music, particularly for classic rock, Motown, as well as Johnny Mathis, Al Green, and the Carpenters. His love of the oldies created fond memories for his daughters Sarah and Kristina, as he would often play Southern California radio station K-Earth 101 known for its selection of retro music while taking them for outings. John also avidly watched nature documentaries and had a deep appreciation for nature in all its forms. He would spend evenings watching the History or National Geographic channel with his daughters. He also loved John Wayne movies, Gunsmoke and Two and a Half Men, and watching golf. John was also a skilled fisherman, and his love of deep-sea fishing took him multiple times to the waters off of San Diego where he caught Yellowfin tuna and Dorado. John’s greatest adventure took him more than once to Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula where he caught halibut in Homer Bay and salmon on the Kenai River. Many times when he returned home with his catch of fish, he’d prepare delicious meals of grilled salmon steaks or halibut tacos. He was also well known among family and friends for his gourmet prime rib dinner for special occasions.

While John accomplished much in his career and was a wealth of knowledge for his clients and business associates, he had a struggle that he kept hidden from everyone except those closest to him. He battled alcoholism most of his life. Alcoholism is a sinister disease that robs the person and those closest to them of happy and healthy relationships, and typically leads to lasting damage both physically, mentally, and emotionally for the person suffering from the disease. Our family did its best to get him help on multiple occasions, but he was unable to beat his addiction.

While watching him struggle caused many feelings of helplessness and sorrow for our family, in the wake of his death we take solace in remembering the good times that we were able and to share with him instead.  Alcoholism affects all types of people. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or any life-altering issues please seek help for yourself or help that person seek help for themselves.

At John’s request there will be no funeral services. Cremation will be provided by Bunker University Chapel. A private memorial will be held at a later date. The Hanifin family would like to thank the nursing staff of Banner Gateway Hospital, Sandridge Post Acute Rehab, Stillwater Hospice and Bunker University Chapel for their compassionate care of John as well as their support during his illness and passing. John has left the earth but will be remembered in our thoughts and our hearts. May he rest in peace in God’s loving arms.

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.

Sarah Ann Gale (Tucker) and James (Jimmy, Jim) Walter Gale, beloved wife and husband, passed away within days of each other, Sarah on April 24, 2024, and James on April 28, 2024.  Sarah suffered with Alzheimer’s for several years while James succumbed to heart disease. They were devoted partners and loving parents.

Sarah was born on March 8, 1940, while James entered the world on November 24, 1936.  Sarah was born in Phoenix, AZ to Archie Odus Tucker and Ethel Sara Ann Stogsdill as their thirteenth and youngest child.  Her parents were lifelong farmers, and several of her brothers continued the farming tradition.  She has a loving and very extended family, many of whom still live in AZ. James was born in Phoenix to James Wills Gale and Anna Bernice Echols.  He spent many early years in Flagstaff, played defense for the Flagstaff High School football team and was nicknamed “The Animal”.  He helped his dad with the family gas station and learned valuable business and mechanical skills.  In the late 50’s, he proudly joined the US Navy and was stationed on the USS Hornet during times of peace.

On November 3, 1958, James and Sarah were enjoined in marriage, embarking on a journey filled with love, laughter, and unwavering commitment for 65+ years.  Sarah managed to get a teaching degree at Northern Arizona University while raising their four children in Flagstaff.  The family shared many joyous times boating on Lake Powell and at Rocky Point in Mexico on family vacations that included swimming, boating, fishing and lots of family fun.

Together, Sarah and James shared over six decades of marriage, building a family and many successful businesses including Northland Towing Company in Flagstaff and Paradise Mini-Storage in Glendale.  In addition, the entrepreneurs both earned real estate licenses and became agents in Sun City after moving to the Phoenix area. While building these businesses, they also realized a lifelong dream of building their dream home outside Rocky Point where they enjoyed over three decades of sun, sand, fishing, ATVing and socializing with their many special beach friends.  Sarah was a talented seamstress who also became an enthusiastic cook and beading artist.  She also joined the Arizona Business Women’s Association and Soroptimist Club in the 1970’s. James was a talented mechanic and overall handyman who became a prominent businessman in Flagstaff.  Both were also longtime members of the Elks Club of Flagstaff.  James was also a lifetime football enthusiast, with Alabama Crimson Tide always a favorite.

They are survived by their children:  Ferrell Gale, Tracy Gale (Diane), Jeffery Gale, and Jon Gale (Carrie); grandchildren:  Kristopher Baxter, Hillary Gale Meehan (Shane) and Grant Gale, great-grandson Finley Meehan.  Sarah is also survived by her brother Wayne of Arizona and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  She is pre-deceased by her parents and eleven siblings.  James is survived by his brother John and his wife Cheryl of Oregon and pre-deceased by his parents, stepmother Fern, and sister Bobbie Jean of Utah.

There will be a celebration of their lives on Saturday, September 7 at the Phoenix Elks Lodge #335 from 11 AM to 2 PM, including lunch, where those who knew and loved Sarah and James are invited to join in honoring their memory.  The address is 14424 N 32^nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032-5022. We request that you contact Tracy Gale by Messenger, e-mail or phone to RSVP so that we can get an accurate count for the caterer. Please leave your condolences at www.bunkerfamily.com.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association or your favorite charity in their memory.

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.

Sarah Ann Gale (Tucker) and James (Jimmy, Jim) Walter Gale, beloved wife and husband, passed away within days of each other, Sarah on April 24, 2024, and James on April 28, 2024.  Sarah suffered with Alzheimer’s for several years while James succumbed to heart disease. They were devoted partners and loving parents.

Sarah was born on March 8, 1940, while James entered the world on November 24, 1936.  Sarah was born in Phoenix, AZ to Archie Odus Tucker and Ethel Sara Ann Stogsdill as their thirteenth and youngest child.  Her parents were lifelong farmers, and several of her brothers continued the farming tradition.  She has a loving and very extended family, many of whom still live in AZ. James was born in Phoenix to James Wills Gale and Anna Bernice Echols.  He spent many early years in Flagstaff, played defense for the Flagstaff High School football team and was nicknamed “The Animal”.  He helped his dad with the family gas station and learned valuable business and mechanical skills.  In the late 50’s, he proudly joined the US Navy and was stationed on the USS Hornet during times of peace.

On November 3, 1958, James and Sarah were enjoined in marriage, embarking on a journey filled with love, laughter, and unwavering commitment for 65+ years.  Sarah managed to get a teaching degree at Northern Arizona University while raising their four children in Flagstaff.  The family shared many joyous times boating on Lake Powell and at Rocky Point in Mexico on family vacations that included swimming, boating, fishing and lots of family fun.

Together, Sarah and James shared over six decades of marriage, building a family and many successful businesses including Northland Towing Company in Flagstaff and Paradise Mini-Storage in Glendale.  In addition, the entrepreneurs both earned real estate licenses and became agents in Sun City after moving to the Phoenix area. While building these businesses, they also realized a lifelong dream of building their dream home outside Rocky Point where they enjoyed over three decades of sun, sand, fishing, ATVing and socializing with their many special beach friends.  Sarah was a talented seamstress who also became an enthusiastic cook and beading artist.  She also joined the Arizona Business Women’s Association and Soroptimist Club in the 1970’s. James was a talented mechanic and overall handyman who became a prominent businessman in Flagstaff.  Both were also longtime members of the Elks Club of Flagstaff.  James was also a lifetime football enthusiast, with Alabama Crimson Tide always a favorite.

They are survived by their children:  Ferrell Gale, Tracy Gale (Diane), Jeffery Gale, and Jon Gale (Carrie); grandchildren:  Kristopher Baxter, Hillary Gale Meehan (Shane) and Grant Gale, great-grandson Finley Meehan.  Sarah is also survived by her brother Wayne of Arizona and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  She is pre-deceased by her parents and eleven siblings.  James is survived by his brother John and his wife Cheryl of Oregon and pre-deceased by his parents, stepmother Fern, and sister Bobbie Jean of Utah.

There will be a celebration of their lives on Saturday, September 7 at the Phoenix Elks Lodge #335 from 11 AM to 2 PM, including lunch, where those who knew and loved Sarah and James are invited to join in honoring their memory.  The address is 14424 N 32^nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032-5022. We request that you contact Tracy Gale by Messenger, e-mail or phone to RSVP so that we can get an accurate count for the caterer. Please leave your condolences at www.bunkerfamily.com.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association or your favorite charity in their memory.

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.

Mark Anthony Sorensen passed away May 26th, 2024 at his home in Gilbert, Az.  He was able to be reunited with his wife, Christina Sorensen, and his parents Janet & Lincoln Sorensen along with grandparents, aunts and uncles who preceded him in death.

Mark was born October 27, 1956 in Provo, UT as the oldest of 6 children, 3 boys and 3 girls. He spent his childhood in North Ogden UT. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Munich Germany.  After attending college at BYU Provo, Mark moved with his family to Arizona where he lived for over 40 years.

Mark had a passion for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.  He loved meeting people, getting to know their story and then finding ways to serve them.  He loved to read, to be outdoors, especially in Bear Lake Utah, and to watch everything on BYU tv.  Mark loved his family and was constantly trying to improve and become a better person.

He is survived by his 5 children, Heather (Ben) Mishler, Nathan (Millie) Sorensen, Heidi (Jason) Payne, Madison (Weston) Sorensen and Paige (Ethan) Sorensen, along with his 5 siblings, Kristen (Corey) Bell, Shauna (James) Beams, Gregg (Julie) Sorensen, Todd (Debbie) Sorensen and Jenn (Rob) Jones.  Mark has 13 grandchildren who love him and will miss him.

Services will be held Sunday June 9th, 2024 at 4pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 220 Cullumber Ave. Gilbert, AZ 85234.  Internment will be at San Tan Memorial Garden at Schnepf Farms Monday June 10th.

Melvyn Richard Standage of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully at age 79 on May 30, 2024, surrounded by many loving family members. Born on December 4,1944, he was a man of integrity, quiet wisdom, extraordinary service and unwavering faith. He valued hard work and found solitude in his early morning walks and in the great outdoors.

He was deeply involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, serving his community in many capacities with dedication and selflessness. While serving a mission for the LDS Church in Chile, he met Edith Victoria (“Vickie”) Brito. They married in May 1966. They raised seven children and later served a mission together in the Central American Area Office in Guatemala. After 56 years of marriage, Vickie passed away in 2022. The following year Richard married Thelma Shupe.

Those who knew Richard will always remember his love for his family and for the Lord, serving both with compassion, careful attention and boundless energy. He had a profound impact on many lives, offering steady guidance, support and inspired counsel.

Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Vickie; his daughter, Laurie Amos; his parents Mel and Helen Standage; and his brother, Robert (“Bobby”). He leaves behind a remarkable legacy and will be dearly missed by his many friends and loving family, including his new bride Thelma Shupe Standage; his children John (Anna), Richard (Gayle), Paul (Tammy), Tina Bushman (John), Julie Turner (James) and Jeff (Tracy); son-in-law Brian Amos; his brothers Rod (Mitzi) and Kim (Maggie), and his sister Lori Painter (Rob). At the time of his passing Richard had 28 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 7 step-children, 16 step-grandchildren, and many other beloved family members and friends.

There will be a visitation Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 7, 2024, at 9:00am at the LDS chapel located at 1050 S. Hobson in Mesa, preceded by a brief visitation at 8:00am. Richard will be laid to rest at the Mesa City Cemetery.

For those who wish to live stream the funeral services … bit.ly/mesastake.

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.

TeriAnne Egan, born March 14, 1978, was called home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, where she was able to meet her parents Bev Turley and Newel Turley who preceded in death, with open arms. Along with grandparents Dale and Helen Green and Alva and Glenda Holyoak.

A Mesa native, she graduated from Mesa High and went to beauty school to study and become a licensed cosmetologist. Teri made lots of friends while she worked in the beauty and cosmetology industry for many years. An expert colorist and make-up artist, she worked for Rolfs and Estée Lauder.

She loved makeup, pretty nails, scrapbooking, polka dots, Terms of Endearment (both of them), Dr. Pepper, Michael Keaton, her Mom, her Children, 311, good-long term friends and the church.

She is survived by her husband Sean Egan and her children, Rylle and his wife Meisje, Tanner Peterson as well as her immediate family, Heather Green and Sean and his wife Meghan Green. Her extended family includes over 40 step-siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Please join us on Wednesday, June 12th for the Visitation at 9:00AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church House located at: 5620 E. Adobe Rd. Mesa, AZ 85205.

Ceremony will be at 10:00AM at the same location.

Teri will be interred on June 12th at Joseph City Community Cemetery in Joseph City, Arizona at 3:00PM.

You may send flowers to the funeral home by 3:00PM Tuesday, June 11th at Bunker University Chapel 3529 E. University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213.

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Linda Cheryl (Antone) Manuel, 75, born on June 24, 1948 a member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community was called home on Sunday, May 26, 2024.  Greeting her beyond the veil are her Parents- Naomi Wilma (Terry) Antone and Ernest Cherless Antone, 4 Sisters, and 2 Children.  Left to carry on her memory are her Son, 10 Grandchildren, 12 Great-Grandchildren, 5 Sisters, 1 Brother, and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family.  Services will be held at the Salt River Memorial Hall at 9849 East Earll Drive in Scottsdale, AZ 85256. A Wake will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 7pm-10pm.  Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 7am, Burial will follow the services at the Salt River Cemetery, 10661 Eat Palm Lane, Scottsdale, AZ 85256.  Funeral Arrangements have been coordinated by Bunker Garden Chapel 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ.

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The families of Scott Conrad Benson Jr. wish to announce that he has returned to his Father in Heaven on May 21^st 2024 in Gilbert Arizona. Scott was born on September the 21^st 1942 in Salt Lake City Utah to Dr. Scott Benson Sr. and Mary Platt Benson.

Scott was preceded to his heavenly home by his parents Scott Conrad Benson Sr., and Mary Platt Benson, as well as his brothers Beric and Chris. Scott credits much of his formative raising to his Grandparents Ben and Violet Platt who also precede him.  Scott is survived by his beloved bride Marlene, his brother Douglas, and his children in order of birth Scott III, Sean, Diana Waite, and Spencer. At the time of Scott’s passing he had 12 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Anyone that knew Scott knew where his heart was and what things were most important to him. Those things were his family and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Scott’s heart belonged completely and fully to his wife Marlene whom he met in Washington state where he was stationed with the Army National Guard.  Scott’s favorite story to tell (of which he had many) was of his friend “dragging” him to a dance at the local LDS chapel. As Marlene entered the dance Scott pointed across the room and told his friend, “That is my wife.” At the time of Scott’s passing he and Marlene were married for 58 very happy years.

Scott’s services will be held at their LDS chapel located at 3572 E. Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, AZ at 10 a.m. on Saturday June the 8^th. Those that would like to comfort the family and hear Scott’s life story are invited to attend.

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Gregory Phillip Randolph (January 15, 1954 – May 21, 2024) was born in Phoenix, AZ to Flay and Rachel Irene Randolph. Greg started his life in Buckeye, AZ, where the family farmed cotton and alfalfa, and his dad was a cattle rancher. He attended Antelope Union High School in Wellton, AZ.

Greg attended Northern Arizona University, where he made many lifelong friends and earned his bachelor’s degree in business. During these years, Greg grew out his hair and beard, played lots of basketball, and rode a Harley Davidson. Greg became a “big brother” to Jeff Fischer through the Big Brothers, Big Sisters organization. Jeff was always a big part of Greg’s life.

After college, Greg began his 30-year career with Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance, and in 1988 he met the love of his life, Deborah. For the next 36 years together, they raised kids, found lots of laughter, and managed all of the joys and challenges life threw at them.

Greg was heavily involved in Boy Scouts Troop 451, where he was troop leader, scout master, and eventually earned the illustrious Silver Beaver award. Greg’s commitment to youth development and mentorship meant he devoted countless service hours to Troop 451. Through Boy Scouts, he camped, hiked, kayaked and explored the island of Kawai, traveled through Alaska, hiked, camped, and boated all around Arizona.

Greg’s devotion to his family was unmatched. He jumped at every opportunity to take the kids swimming, hiking, to parks, the zoo, museums, or just out for lunch or a scoop of ice cream. Greg was involved with his church and had a strong devotion to the Lord.

Greg enjoyed riding his bike, going to the movies, and drinking Diet Coke with extra ice. He earned a black belt in taekwondo, juggled fruit, practiced nun chucks while riding his bike, and brought humor with him wherever he went. He is remembered for his integrity, and for choosing joy, even in times of great difficulty or sadness. Greg played guitar, and listened to rock, blues, jazz, and even some country music. He loved hearing his kids and grandkids sing and play their instruments. Greg never forgot a birthday, and never passed up the chance to hop in the car and go for a drive with the windows down, air on full-blast, and the music up loud.

Greg is survived by his wife Deborah, daughter Kate Hope (Brian), sons Sean Cox, Marcus Randolph (Shandie), Jacob Randolph (Sarah), and daughters Paige Tansill (Patrick) and Elle Randolph, as well as 9 – soon to be 10 – grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Flay and Rachel Irene Randolph, his sisters, Sandra Wright and Sharon Cravens, and his grandbaby Jordan Tansill.

The family will hold a small, private event to celebrate Greg’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Gentiva Foundation.

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Bradley Payne Ipsen, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son and friend, passed away on May 26, 2024.  He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.  He packed 120 years of living into his 63 years and had a special gift of living life to the fullest and bringing others along for the ride. One of his many talents was making lasting memories for others.

Brad fiercely loved his family and especially adored his sweet wife of 37 years, Suzanne.  He is survived by Suzanne and his three wonderful sons: Taylor (Britni), Parker (Sidney), and Conner and treasured his precious grandchildren: Adelaide, Isla, Parley, Pacey, and August with another baby boy arriving in December. They were everything to him!

Brad was born in Provo, Utah on January 28, 1961 to Robert Lee and Barbara Payne Ipsen. He was the only boy among three beautiful sisters: Robin Harmon (Mark), Jannie Brady (Greg) and Dana Groscost (Jeff).  He grew up in Scottsdale, AZ and was full of life and energy.  He was a talented athlete playing many sports.

After graduating from Scottsdale High School, Brad was called as a full-time missionary to Madrid, Spain. He loved the people, the language, and the Spanish culture. He used his fluency of Spanish whenever the opportunity arose.

Upon his return from the mission, he earned a football scholarship from Utah State University.  He was the starting quarterback and proud to be an Aggie. Brad and Suzanne were sealed in the Mesa, AZ temple and then made their home in Logan, Utah where all three of their boys were born.  They loved their life there and Brad taught them all to enjoy and love the outdoors.  They fished and hunted, hiked, skied, and boated together as a family.  He became a skilled outfitter providing opportunities for hundreds of clients, friends and family to have once-in-a-life-time experiences.

Brad and Suzanne moved to Mesa in 2001 where they loved being back home and close to family. There, he established a career in land development. Brad loved making memories while always putting family first. He never missed an opportunity to teach, coach, mentor and explore with his sons.  Brad was a hard worker and multi-talented. He could do many things and if he didn’t know how to do something, he figured it out so it was completed perfectly.

Brad served in many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and had a strong testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and the plan of salvation. He had great faith and was a wonderful teacher and speaker. He also loved the temple and he and Suzanne attended together often.

One of Brad’s special qualities was his ability to mentor young people; Brad loved working with the youth. He influenced countless young men by showing special love and concern and always making time for those who needed a friend.  He is an outstanding ministering brother and served above and beyond what was expected which greatly impacted his sons. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend and left a choice legacy of loving kindness.

Family, siblings, nieces & nephews, colleagues, and friends will deeply miss him and will cherish the many great memories he left with us all.

Brad is survived by his father, sisters, loving wife, three sons, and his precious grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Barbara and his brother-in-law, Jeff.

There will be a visitation for Brad Friday May 31, 2024 from 6-8:00 pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. There will also be a visitation one hour before the service on Saturday June 1, 2024 at 1:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 2549 N 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ 85213. Interment to follow at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

For those unable to attend on Saturday, the service may be live-streamed by following this link:

https://zoom.us/j/93031969853

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.

Eric Smith, 58 of Mesa, Arizona passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona.

Lowell Albert Ziemann (September 14, 1938 – May 24, 2024) of Gilbert, Arizona passed away after a brief illness. 

He was born to Albert and Olga Ziemann in Fairmont, Minnesota. Along with his sister, Marilyn, the family resided and worked the family farm. 

He loved baseball and basketball and played on the Fairmont high school teams, including the 1955 squad that went to the state tournament. He graduated from Augsburg College in Minneapolis in 1960 with a degree in mathematics. While at Augsburg, he played for 4 years on the baseball and basketball teams and served as team captain.  

He married Janet (Haeckel) Ziemann in September 1960 and the young couple resided in Paynesville, Minnesota, where Lowell taught math and coached the basketball team. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Jay and Suzanne.  

In 1964, the young family moved to Marshall, where he continued to teach and coach for another 13 years. In 1970 and 1974, he took Marshall Tiger basketball teams to the state tournament. Lowell’s athletic achievements earned him a spot in 3 halls of fame. A career change to the insurance industry brought the couple to Arizona in 1985.  

After Janet’s death in 1987, Lowell married Margery Jean (Capewell) Ziemann and they were a devoted couple for 36 years until his passing. 

In retirement, he found creative outlets for his love of the Old West, doing wood carving and publishing more than a dozen collections of short stories under his pen name,  A.L. Shane.  

Lowell was a faithful member of his church, a loving and caring friend and mentor, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. 

Lowell was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Olga, his wife Janet, his son in law Dean Schulz, and grandson Joshua Schulz. He is survived by his wife Jean, his sister Marilyn Stuckwisch, his children Jay (and Lisa) Ziemann and Suzanne (and Ron) Propoggio, his grandchildren Daniel (and Kaitlyn) Ziemann, Sarah Ziemann, Zachary Schulz and Jacob Schulz, and his great grandson Finley Ziemann.

Blessed be his memory. In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family asks that donations be made to the 1970 Best Teammate Scholarship at the Pride in the Tiger Foundation (https://prideinthetiger.org/donate), or to your favorite charity.

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.

Born in Mesa to John and Ileen Curnutt Hamblin, Lyle was the third of four children. He attended Mesa Public Schools, graduated from Mesa High in 1953 where he earned all-state football honors, and made many lifetime friends, including some he played cards with monthly for over 60 years. Thereafter he attended what later became ASU and graduated with a degree in dentistry from Baylor University. He practiced dentistry in Mesa for 50 years, for the first year with his father and then on his own in his office on 5th Place. In 1956 he married JoAnn Stewart, and they raised a family of four children. Through the years he was active at various times in the Mesa Jaycees, Rotary International, Little League coaching, the Mesa HoHokams service organization, and especially for over 40 years with the Boy Scouts of America and the young men programs in the Mesa 20th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where among other things he served as scoutmaster of Troop 351 for 22 years with monthly overnight camping/hiking trips and annual week long stays at Camp Geronimo and 3 day Colorado River canoe excursions from Blythe to Martinez Lake near Yuma. He was awarded the BSA Silver Beaver Award in 2001. Interests included hiking, fishing in Mexico, photography, flying gliders, cooking tamales, Arizona history, grandchildren, and ASU football. He was predeceased by his wife JoAnn in 2016, his brother Dale and sister Carol, and is survived by his brother John, his children Michael (Leesa), Diane (Tom) Koss, Susan (Mark) Hawkins, John (Arien), 14 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Services will be at the LDS church at 848 N. Westwood in Mesa on Saturday, June 1, with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM, and services at 10:00. Burial in the City of Mesa Cemetery.

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.