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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.

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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.

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Lorraine was born on February 28, 1926, in Los Angeles, California, to Christine and Oscar Haller. She was the cherished wife of Richard P. Moffat, who preceded her in death in 1995. Together, they shared a deep bond and raised a loving family.

Lorraine is survived by her children: Chris Rhodes (Kent), Meredith Prince (Steve), Craig Moffat (Diana), Roger Moffat (Christine), and Mindy Thomas (Eldon). She was preceded in death by her son Parker Moffat (Peggy) in 2020, and her daughter Marti Slade (Fred) in 2018. Lorraine was a devoted grandmother to 23 grandchildren and a proud great-grandmother to 34 and counting.

Raised in Eagle Rock, California, Lorraine graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature from Occidental College in 1946. She was known for her voracious love of reading, always immersed in a book. In 1947, she married the love of her life, Richard Moffat, and together they embarked on a journey that took them from Yuma to Phoenix, finally settling in Scottsdale and Mesa, Arizona, where they raised their family.

Lorraine was a pillar of strength in her community, actively involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having been baptized in 1942. She served in various leadership positions including Relief Society President, Young Women’s President, and as a dedicated teacher. She was endlessly creative and resourceful.   Her talents were showcased as many youth in the church will remember being in her award-winning “Road Shows” in which she wrote the script, directed, and designed the costumes.  Lorraine was involved in dance festivals with 100’s of youth.  The sewing machine could be heard late into the night as she tackled these projects.

Lorraine was a dedicated learner and curious mind.   Later in life, Lorraine wanted to improve her piano playing skills.  She found a piano teacher to learn how to play by chords.   When Richard was called as the Stake Patriarch she decided it was time she became master at the computer and learned how to word process to act as scribe.  She didn’t shy away from anything new.  She tackled all new technology challenges head on. Lorraine wanted an Instagram account in her 80’s so she could keep up with grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In 1992-1993, Lorraine and Richard served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on the island of St. Martin, exemplifying their commitment to service and faith. Lorraine taught children to read on their mission.   Lorraine’s compassion extended beyond her family and church as she volunteered for over 18 years at LDS Family Services and served as a temple worker.

Throughout her life, Lorraine cultivated a spirit of adventure, traveling extensively with her family. From cross-country trips in a camper to visits to Cuba, Israel, and Japan, she embraced new experiences with enthusiasm. Her heart belonged to the United Kingdom, where she cherished every visit, fulfilling her lifelong love for all things British.

Lorraine Moffat was a pioneer in her own right, with an unwavering love for God and family. Her legacy of service, resilience, and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Lois Jean Trotter, 96, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona.  She is survived by her 8 children of 4 sons and 4 daughters; Tom Trotter of Cottonwood, AZ; Bob Trotter (Connie) of Hope, Idaho; Mike Trotter (Darlene) of Scottsdale, AZ; and Steve Trotter (Ginger) of Lufkin, Texas; Terri Trotter of Scottsdale, AZ; Marie Trotter and Lorraine Trotter of Mesa, AZ; and Annie Shaw of Manhattan, Kansas.  Lois has ten grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren who loved their Nanny dearly.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband Frank Thomas Trotter, her sister, Corinne Roen, and parents Harry and Ethel Crofts of Scottsdale, AZ, all buried at Paradise Memorial Gardens of Scottsdale.  Lois was born on the banks of the Wabash River in Logansport, Indiana on January 4, 1928.  She worked as a PBX phone operator for Michigan Bell Phone Company at the Lansing Airport until she went into the Navy where she and Frank Trotter were married in their uniforms in Arlington Hall, Virginia near the Pentagon in 1952.  They met in the coffee line when Frank noticed that she was wearing an engagement ring.  The next day her ring was gone so Frank made his move and their courtship began.

As homemaker, wife, and mother, Lois was passionate and dedicated to 100 percent of everything that she did for her husband and family where they were stationed overseas in Okinawa, Japan, and the Philippines as well as military bases throughout the United States. The family moved to Scottsdale from Michigan when Frank retired from the Air Force at Thanksgiving of 1971.  Lois’s joy of life, incredibly kind heart, and beautiful smile never wavered and kept her family strong.

Lois loved gardening and growing sunflowers, particularly large ones. She was very creative and succeeded at anything she tried whether it was developing her own photos in a bathroom turned darkroom, sewing clothes for her children, designing macrame in the 70’s, or making pottery where she even had her own kiln in the backyard.  And she was an expert at creating meals for the family on a carefully planned budget.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024, at 9:00 AM at Paradise Memorial Gardens at 9300 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ  85260 at Shea Blvd and 92nd Street.

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Wayne Robinson Priest, 79, of Mesa, Arizona passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 in Mesa, AZ.

Shane M Woods, 54, of Mesa, Arizona passed away May 21, 2024 in Chandler, Arizona.

GLEN MICHAEL “MIKE” STRATTON Passed away on May 16th, 2024 in Mesa Arizona.

Mike was born on March 3^rd, 1961 to Glen & Velma Stratton of Snowflake AZ.  He was the 4^th of 11 children.  He is survived by his daughter Randa (Aaron) Dutcher and son Nick (Megan) Stratton, 6 beautiful grandchildren, and his dearest friend Dawn Schoenbein.  Additionally, he is survived by his siblings Carolyn Penrod, Kent Stratton, Norma Schneider, Julie McCray, Phil Statton, Margie Wirth, Terry Stratton, Janet Chavez, and Paul Stratton.

Mike was a “Bigger Than Life” cowboy with a love for horses, roping, a good rodeo, faith, family, freedom, sports, deep conversations, and lots of candy.  After graduating from Snowflake High School, Mike obtained a degree in Physical Therapy/ Athletic Training at NAU.  He then received his doctorate (PhD) in Sports Medicine from RMU.  Mike loved his career and opened 3 Physical Therapy clinics in the Phoenix Metro area. Mike truly was a gifted Doctor who served and healed countless numbers of people in pain. He loved people and would do anything he could to serve. Mike served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Primary, Sunday School, as a Young Men’s teacher, and in the Elders Quorum.  He loved home teaching/ ministering. Mike often would continue to visit families that were no longer a part of his assignment to love and serve them. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend.

Mike worked in the Rodeo circuit with Justin Sports Medicine Team for over 30 years and was a dedicated Program Manager. As a part of this team, Mike worked at the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) with the elite PRCA athletes each December.  Mike traveled the world to help Cowboys and athletes get out of pain so they could continue to compete and earn a living for their families. He will be greatly missed.

Mike adored his children Randa and Nick, their spouses Aaron & Megan, Dawn, and his wonderful grandchildren: Brick, Lot, R.E. Jo, Jett, Ande, and Daxton. They were everything to him.  He spent hours building a barn home in Snowflake for the entire family, riding horses, roping, getting ice cream, and teaching them to work hard, learn manners, and think deeper.  If any of you know Mike’s family, it is apparent that they were taught how to be kind and respectful.

Family, siblings, nieces & nephews, colleagues, and friends will deeply miss him and will cherish so many great memories.

If you would like to join us and celebrate Mike’s life, please attend a viewing or services on:

Viewing:  Thursday, May 23 at LDS Stake Center, 1266 S 32^nd St Mesa AZ. From 5 to 7 PM

Viewing: Friday, May 24^th at the LDS Main Street Chapel in Snowflake from 10-12 PM.

Funeral Services:  Friday, May 24^th at LDS Main St. Chapel in Snowflake at 12:30 PM.

If you are unable to attend the service on Friday in Snowflake it will be live streamed: https://youtube.com/live/HxuhIjWFqAs?feature=share

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On Saturday, May 18, 2024, Brian Carl Jarvis returned to the loving arms of his Heavenly Father.  He was 35 years old.

Brian was a devoted husband, and father, son and brother, and friend to so many who will miss him dearly.

Brian was born January 24, 1989 in Salem, Oregon, to Daniel and Gloria Jarvis.  He was the fourth of five children who had an additional 5 step-siblings when Daniel married Debbie Albach.

Brian was known for his outgoing personality, full of fun and humor, hard work in the nursing profession, and devoted husband and father.  He is survived by his wife, Breanna, two daughters, Emerson and Talia, his father, mother and step-mother, 9 siblings, and countless friends an co-workers.

Services will be held on Saturday, May 25th, 2024 at 10:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 9431 E. Point 22 Blvd., Mesa, AZ 85212. Internment will be at the Mesa City Cemetery.

If you choose to do flowers, send it to Bunker’s Family Funeral Home – University Chapel at 3529 E University Dr Mesa, AZ  85213 between 2- 4pm on Friday, May 24th.

If you choose to donate funds to Venmo @Myrte-Albach or through https://angelinkweb.page.link/GXtT2vk4H5LVqnZBA

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Freddy, beloved father, husband, loving grandfather, brother, esteemed veteran and friend, passed away on May 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 8, 1955, he lived a life filled with simplicity, generosity, and unwavering love for those around him.

Freddy was a man of integrity, whose reserved yet lighthearted nature touched the lives of everyone he met. He was born to Alonso and Blanca Zapata in Bogota, Colombia, where he grew up with a deep appreciation for family values and hard work. These values shaped his character throughout his life, guiding him in his personal and professional endeavors.

After completing his education at Jamaica High School in Queens, NY, he answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Air Force. Throughout his 23 years of service, Freddy exemplified the Air Force’s core values of integrity first and service before self. Shortly after retiring as Msgt at Travis AFB, he then went on to pursue his second career at Valero refinery in Benicia for the next 15 years. He then went on to official retirement moving to S. Korea for a few years before finally settling in Mesa, AZ. His commitment to excellence and his passion for his work were evident in everything he did.

Outside of his professional life, Freddy cherished spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband to Kisun for 38 years, and is survived by his daughters Diana, Monica, Jessica, and Elizabeth who have been the lights of his life. He found great joy in sharing life’s simple pleasures with them, whether it was watching cartoons, sharing repeated stories around the dinner table, or enjoying each other’s company.

Freddy was known for his passion for keeping his Jeep in immaculate condition and saluting every Jeep that drove by. He enjoyed sneaking table scraps to the dogs even when we said no and could often be found “stalking” our flights to make sure we arrived to our destinations safely.

A memorial service to celebrate Freddy’s life will be held on June 6, 2024 at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.

Freddy will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will forever remember the time they shared with him.

Barbara Harvey passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 3, 2024. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was born Nov. 1, 1930, in Holbrook, to George and Fannie Hennessey.

She attended elementary school and high school in Holbrook where she met her husband of 63 years, Robert Harvey. Barbara was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities. Barbara worked as the school secretary at Hulet Elementary for 30 years. She had a love for the teachers and students she worked with.

She was a mother to three children, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She is survived by children, Nancy (Jim) Yourgules and Bruce (Renee) Harvey; and sisters, Susan Fredrick and Ida Carmichael (Lonny).

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; son, Greg; and grandson Joshua.

A viewing will be held from 10 to 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, with services following at 11 a.m. at the Stake Center in Holbrook, located at 1127 Helen Ave., followed by a graveside service at the Holbrook 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.

Phyllis Jane Cintas, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on May 11th, 2024, in Mesa, AZ, at the age of 79. Phyllis was born on April 15th, 1945, in Vallejo, CA, to the late Fred H Boyan and Jane F Boyan. She was reunited in heaven with her parents, as well as her sister Barbara, and her faithful dog Boogie.

Phyllis is survived by her devoted children Robert and Jeffrey, whom she loved and raised with her former husband Anthony. Her legacy will be continued through her cherished grandchildren Frankie, Sydnie, Garrett, Isaly, Oliver, Augy, Ariy, and Eliy, and her adored great-grandchildren Edgard, Charlie, Marcelino, and Wyatt. She is also survived by her loving siblings Patty, Fred, Anthony, Kevin, and Annie.

Phyllis will be remembered for her unwavering generosity and kindness. She had a heart of gold and was always putting others before herself. Her work with Memorex and Avon brought her joy, but her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends. Phyllis had a special way of making everyone feel loved and valued, treating friends like they were family. She would go above and beyond to help anyone in need.

In addition to her acts of kindness, Phyllis had a deep love for music and literature. She enjoyed listening to music, practicing her ukulele, and diving into as many books as possible.Phyllis had a passion for poetry and was known for writing heartfelt poems for every occasion and for the people dear to her heart. Her words touched the souls of those who received them, leaving a lasting impact on their lives.

Although visually blind in life, Phyllis is now in heaven where she can see again, looking down on all those she loved and cared for. 

A private celebration of Phyllis’s life will be held at the family residence on May 25th, 2024. Phyllis’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May she rest in eternal peace.

Larry Wagenman, 89, passed away peacefully at Country Groves Assisted Living home surrounded by family on May 6, 2024.

He was the oldest child of Millard Wagenman and Viola Hamilton.  He graduated from Williston High School in 1952 and was valedictorian of his graduating class.  In his youth, he worked on the family farming operation in Williston, ND.   While in high school he learned to operate large earth moving machinery used in such operations as road construction and strip mining.  Larry married D. Anne Roberts in the Mesa Arizona temple in 1967 and they were married for 20 years.  He developed great skill in his occupation as heavy equipment operator and continued in this work well into his 70’s.  He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and his faith and family were very important to him his entire life.  Learning was also important to him, and his interest in nature, self-reliance and physical health led him to become an accomplished home gardener, raising much produce and animals used for the family’s benefit.  His learning interests extended to the physical sciences, politics, literature, genealogy, and the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

He is preceded in death by his parents, three siblings and one daughter.  He is survived by 8 children: Amy Rose Wagenman, Abe Wagenman (Diana), Ben Wagenman (Shannan), Lisa Wagenman, Seth Wagenman (Lorraine), Joel Wagenman (Lisa), Lucinda Fish (Ryan), Glenda Lenseigne (Matthew), and 26 grandchildren.  He is also survived by his brother, Jim Wagenman.

Funeral services will occur at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Bunker Family Funerals, 3529 East University Dr, Mesa, AZ  85213, preceded by viewing at 10:00 am in the same location.

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Mary “Sharilyn” Chapman, cherished wife and beloved mother passed away Sunday May 12, 2024, at the age of 83.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Clinton Joy and her six children, Dale (Dawn), Brian (Elila), Cathe (Cameron), Julie, Carla, and Wade (Tracy), 16 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren with one on the way.

She was born in Provo, UT to Golden and Lucille Tueller on July 25, 1940, the third of five children.

Her first priority was her family, followed by her love of and work in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, especially her work with Young Women. She loved to crochet, antique, garden, don turquoise, take long road trips, and watch the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks (win or lose).

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel at 777 E. Elliot Rd, Gilbert AZ 85296.

There will be a viewing at 9:00 am followed by Funeral Services at 10 am. Her body will be laid to rest in the Mesa, Az Cemetery at 1:30 pm.

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Harriet Louise Hurd, a spirited soul with a heart of compassion, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Chandler, Arizona, surrounded by her cherished family. She was born on April 19, 1938, in Valentine, NE, to Clarence K. Whipple and Gladys J. Whipple. She grew up near Glad Valley, SD. She graduated from St. Martin’s Academy in Sturgis, SD, and attended nursing school in Sturgis, SD.

In 1971, Harriet married her lifelong friend and partner, Lowell G. Hurd, and together they embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, hard work, and shared adventures. Their bond was a testament to the enduring power of friendship and mutual respect, and they weathered life’s storms together with unwavering support and devotion. Together they built a successful business, Rapid Soft Water, and ran a tight ship on the ranch near Hermosa, SD.

Harriet was a devoted wife and mother, whose love knew no bounds. She poured her heart, soul, and body into nurturing her family, creating a warm and loving home where laughter and love abounded. She was a master at making any house into a home through her love of decorating, gardening, and cooking. She was a voracious reader throughout her entire life. Her mind was clear and quick until her last breath.

Harriet was known for her fiery spirit and deep sense of compassion. She approached each day with enthusiasm, embracing both the challenges and joys that came her way. Her resilience and optimism were an inspiration to all who knew her, and her presence illuminated the lives of those around her.

Harriet will be deeply missed by her loving family: her children, Jim & Donna Whipple of Lumberton, MS, Jerry & Debbie Phillips of Diamondhead, MS, DuAnn & Richard Parker of Fairview, MT, and Bob & Tonya Hurd of Houston, TX; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whose lives she enriched with her love, wisdom, and cooking; her sister, Beulah & Wayne Pfleger of Rapid City, SD; extended family members, especially Josh, Sam, Spencer, and Shiloh Whipple; and a wide circle of friends, all of whom were touched by her kindness and generosity. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Lowell; her parents, Clarence & Gladys Whipple and Raymond Jones; her brother, Keith Whipple; and two infant children whose names were written on her heart.

While Harriet may no longer be with us in body, her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. May she rest in eternal peace, surrounded by the love and light that she brought into the world.

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Mary Elizabeth Lee, age 71, of Windsor, Ontario, Canada (Mesa, AZ residence) passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024.

Beth, 71, passed away naturally at Banner Baywood in Mesa, AZ on the morning of May 6, 2024. Having been a nurse, Beth was adamant about the care she received, and the wonderful hospital staff was able to care for her in the best way possible.

She loved to play computer games and watch football, NCIS, and Bones with her husband of 21 years, Darrell Lee. As her husband’s health was on a continuous decline over the last few years, she was there every step of the way with the nursing knowledge she gained from her career before retirement.

She was a devoted wife and is leaving this world with children in Canada and stepchildren- Cassandra, Marissa, and Gene Lee to carry on with her memory.

Beth wished to be cremated with no funeral services, yet will be missed by those who cared for her.

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