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Fern Webb Tenney, 89, passed away October 18, 2010 in Tempe, Arizona. There will be two visitations, the first is Friday, October 22, 2010 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 East University Dr., Mesa, 85213. The second is Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 8:30 to 10 AM at the LDS Del Rio Ward, 1881 South Del Rio Drive in Tempe. Graveside services are Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 4 PM at the St. David Cemetery in St. David, AZ.

Zachary Joseph Marco, 21 years of age, born September 20, 1989, was tragically taken from us October 17, 2010. The oldest of three children, Zach is survived by his parents, Daniel J and Claudia R Marco, his beloved sisters Kathleen (Katie) Danielle, and Michelle Rae, grandparents, Richard J. Marco, Sr. and Shirley Ann Marco of Medina, Ohio, and Evelyn R. Bochkoros of Middleburgh Heights, Ohio, aunts Cheryl Lynn Pobega and Camila Bochkoros, uncles Richard J. Marco, Jr., and Kenneth J. Marco, as well as numerous cousins. Zack was a junior at the Barretts Honors College of Arizona State University where he was studying Political Science and Philosophy. He planned on joining his father in the practice of law. Zachary was beloved, not only by his family and friends, but by numerous people he met at ASU where he tutored Political Science and at Red Mountain High School where he lettered in football, wrestling and cross-country. He made many friends at the Arizona State Senate while serving as a Page, on all of whom, he left his mark. Zack also participated in a number of service organizations, including Habitat for Humanity. There will be a viewing at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ on Tuesday, October 26th, 2010 from 6-8 PM. A short memorial service will be held Wed., Oct 27, 2010 at 1 PM at Central Christian Church, 933 N. Lindsay Road in Mesa. Donations may be made to the Tempe Police Department’s Silent Witness Program (480 WITNESS) in Zack’s name. Zack – We so miss and love you! There is so much more that could be written about his life till today, and so much of his life that will remain unwritten forever.

Krider, Caitlyn Joanna, was born Nov. 19, 1972 in Laramie, WY and died Oct. 5, 2010 in

Mesa, AZ. She was outgoing, friendly, fun loving and generous; she loved her son, her

daughter and friends dearly. She is survived by son, Drew of Colorado and daughter

Destiny of Arizona, brother Dylan Otto ( Sandy) Krider of Broomfield, CO, father and

mother Jim and Kathleen Krider of Mesa, AZ, grandmother Jo Carlsen of Palm Desert,

CA, aunts and uncles Carolyn and Neal Rouzier of Palm Springs, CA, Barb and Tom

Carlsen of Huson, MT and Dick Carlsen of New York City, NY. Private family services

have been held.

Martha D. DiSylvester, 79. On Sunday, October 10th the world lost some of its sparkle with the unexpected loss of a wonderful, beautiful woman who could light up an entire room with her smile. Born in Johnstown, NY, she eventually moved to Arizona where she lived for 37 years. She is predeceased by the love of her life, Peter, in 1997 and is survived by her children Joanne (George) Bacon, Vicki Comstock, William Comstock, and Paul (Adrian) DiSylvester. She is also survived by her grandchildren Carrie, Nick (Sara), Ellie, Morgan, Shannon, Neil, Laurelynn, and Jonathan; great-grandchildren Kaleb, Austin, Kolton, Aidan, Jada, Logan, Jaxxen, Kip and Hunter. They will all desperately miss “Big Grandma

Leon McClelland was born April 9, 1932 in Annona, Texas to Charlie and Onnie (Wooten) McClelland. He attended school in Paris, Texas and graduated from B.J. Graves High School. After high school he was drafted in to the US Army in 1952 and served in the Korean War. After leaving the army he moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1955.

Leon worked as a civil servant at Williams Field Air Fore Base where he was honored for his faithful, dependable service. He always had a second job because he was a hard worker. While working at the base he also worked for the City of Mesa at the Washington Activity Center for many years. After 30 years of service, he retired from the base, but continued working at the Washington Activity Center. He was known by the whole community. He also worked at Arizona State University as a student parking lot attendant.

He belonged to the NCAACP where he served as the treasurer in the Mesa chapter for many years. He attended numerous city council meetings, making his voice heard on important issues. If anyone had any issued in the community they knew they could come to him and he would help in any way he could. He helped many home owners in the Washington neighborhood participate in the city house program, receiving new houses built in exchange for their old homes. He worked tirelessly serving his community. He was an active member of the Helping Hands Club for many years also.

Leon’s past time was the loved playing dominoes with his friends. One of his favorite sayings when he was playing was “Crissie Mae or Christine aware big feet and bad hair

Eric Kimball Lines, age 28, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Gilbert, AZ, on Wednesday, October 6, 2010. Eric was born in Mesa, Arizona on December 15, 1981, to Ted and Marjean Lines. Eric is survived by his loving parents, and will be greatly missed by his amazing five brothers and four sisters: Michel (Shanon) Lines of Queen Creek, Bryan (Tara) Lines of San Tan Valley, Brent (Lea) Lines of Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, UK, David Lines and Stephen Lines, both of Gilbert, Lisa (Brett) Monson of Mesa, Michelle (Lionel) Holguin of Phoenix, Heather Lines (Eric’s twin) of Mesa, Melissa (Todd) Brown of Chicago, Ill. Eric is also survived by his sweet widowed grandmothers, Elaine Lines of Gilbert and Maurine Cluff of Queen Creek. Eric was admired and looked up to by his twelve nieces and five nephews. A viewing will be held on Sunday evening, October 10, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ, from 6-8 PM. Services for our sweet Eric will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1520 S. Catalina Street, Gilbert, AZ, on Monday, October 11 at 10 AM. An additional viewing is at 9 AM prior to the services. Interment will be at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, AZ. A heartfelt thank you to everyone for their love and support at this difficult time. Eric was so loved and we look forward to the time when we will be together again, dear son. We love you, Big E!!

MICHAEL LEE MOLGARD, April 19, 1976 – September 8, 2010

Our Son, Father, Brother, Uncle and Friend “Mikey” left this world Sept. 8 to return to his heavenly and earthly father. To know Michael was to love and be loved by him. In this

life he lived on the edge but everyone he touched will remember him always for his gift of laughter, kindness, unconditional love and tears he so freely shed with and for others. In his passing, per his wishes, he shared the gift of life with others through organ donation.

Michael was the father of two sons, Michael Lee,Jr and Kyle Phillip who live with their mother, Kesia in Campinas, Brazil. Son of Jim and Donna, (his father preceded him in death), youngest brother to Steven, Laurie and Jimmy. “Uncle Mikey” loved his nieces and nephews, Lance, Camron, Mandy, Josh, Ashlee, Madison and Logan. Also, special friends who were like family, Heather, Justin, Waylan, Kira, Eric, and Craig.

“I have passed the mountain peak and my soul is soaring in the firmament of complete and unbounded freedom. I am in comfort. I am in peace.” -Kahlil Gibran

Private memorial services will be held for family and his final resting place will be with his father in the Willard Cemetery.

‘Til we meet again……………

Gary Edwin Puls, 61, passed away October 4, 2010 in Gilbert, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Diane Puls, his daughters Brenda and Kim Puls, Diandra Tupa, Michelle Castillo, Andrea Porter, his sister Sharon Belville, and 8 grandchildren. He worked as a detective with the Mesa Police Department, as a security officer at Stapley, Jr. High and was a sergeant in the USMC. The family suggests donations to Hospice of the Valley. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 7 at 10 AM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Sanders, Duane D., 61, passed on October 1, 2010 in Columbus, GA. Duane was born June 22, 1949 to the late Lee Ellis and Dorothy Louise Sanders. He was also preceded in death by brother, Larry and daughter, Heather. Duane was a loving husband to wife Jeanie for 29 years. He cared for his children: Cindi Barr (Jarrod), Larry Sanders (Kristin) and Tiffany Sanders (Cody Price). He found true joy in his grandchildren: Paula, Rylee, Kadence, and Carter. He leaves behind one brother: Bill Sanders. Graduating from Chandler High in 1967, he went on to become owner and operator of Circle K in Gilbert, AZ. After retiring he enjoyed fishing the Alaskan waters, playing a game of draw poker and collecting just about anything. Visitation between 6 – 8 PM Thursday, Oct. 7th, 2010 with Services held 10 AM Friday, Oct. 8th: both at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Debs Valentine, 87, passed away October 1, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Norma Valentine and his loving family. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 10 AM preceded by a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS Adobe Villa Ward, 5350 E. McClellan Road in Mesa. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.

Barbara Jo Hansen of Mesa passed away September 25, 2010 at the Family Care Home in Mesa, ending her suffering with COPD. Barbara was born April 17, 1939 in Wichita, Kansas. She is preceded by her parents Louis and Leatha Newfer, sister Peggy Siple, brothers-in-law Gary Ross and Daniel Siple, and daughter Terri Phillips Nowak. Barbara’s love will be missed by her sister Karen Ross, daughter Deborah & her husband Donald Scoggin, and son Richard Colaw. The beloved grandmother will be missed by her grandchildren Christopher Phillips & Megan Corgan, Cheryl Lash & Jason Rose, Michael Phillips, Joshua Colaw & Tiffany Reimers, Jessica Colaw, and Jacob & Dania Colaw. Barbara was blessed with ten great-grandchildren who will miss her sweet love, Randy, Leanna and Zachary Rose; Brooklinn and Colton Phillips; Jasmine, Joshua Jr., and Jett Colaw; Jalen and Irelan Colaw; and great-great granddaughter Scarlett Rose. Aunt Barbara sadly leaves her beloved nephews and nieces, Gary, Jack, Jim & Tom Ross; Daniel and Robert Siple, Tammy Tremblay; and great-niece Rachael Layhea.

Barbara grew up in Huntington Beach, California moving to 29 Palms where she met Dwayne Colaw and they married on January 22, 1955 in Yuma, Arizona. They lived in Indiana and California, moving to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1968 where they went their separate ways. After their divorce, Barbara met and married Bruce Hansen on May 9, 1971 in Las Vegas. Barbara and Bruce loved living in Scottsdale where she spent tons of time with her grandchildren, pursued her education at Scottsdale Community College, Bible study, gardening, enjoyed her doggies Sheba, Caper, Shandu and Katy, and took trips to Jerome, Sedona, the White Mountains, and San Diego. Barbara was talented with cosmetic arts, ballroom dancing, bowling, music, cooking, astrology, and could shop for days. Barbara was a sophisticated, spirited woman, full of fun and fire, whose concern for her family and friends was constant. She lived by strong ethics, carried herself with class, and expected as much of herself as those she loved. She returned to California where she worked as a librarian and C.N.A., and was able to care for her mother before she passed. Barbara was devoted to her mother and carried on with the care of her cats, eventually moving many of them with her to Mesa when she returned in 2005, and she loved them all dearly, bringing her grief when Beau and Sunshine passed. Barbara was very appreciative of the care and support provided by Hospice of the Valley these past months, and knows how much they helped her daughter with the difficult journey. Memorial services for Barbara will be held on October 5th at 1:00 p.m., Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona, 85201, 480-696-6883. The family suggests donations to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, Arizona 85014

LOVE – FAMILY – FAITH

Joshua Ryan Schaffner, 24, passed away September 24, 2010 in Mesa, AZ. He was born May 3, 1986 in Phoenix, AZ. Waiting for him in Heaven are his grandmothers Rita Mae Schaffner and Mable Maracle. Missing him here are his mother and father Robin and Joe Schaffner, aunts Connie, Thelma, Carol, Diane, and Judy, uncles Jim, Bill and Bob. Joshua had many disabilities, he didn’t suffer from them, he ignored them and focused on his abilities. He saw each day as an opportunity to lavish loving attention on those around him. Visitation will be Friday Oct 1, 2010 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E University Dr. in Mesa. Funeral services are Saturday Oct 2, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Mesa First Church of the Nazarene, 955 E. University (between Stapley and Horne) Mesa, AZ 85203 480-964-5062. Donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

Barbara Vieyra, 22, also known as Barbie passed away September 18, 2010 in Afghanistan fighting for what she believed in. She was born July 2, 1988 in Phoenix, Arizona to Raul & Elizabeth Vieyra. She attended Smith Junior High and graduated from Skyline High School in 2006. She was full of life and always so happy, and out going. She was very caring and had a close relationship with her brother and sister; they use to go inside a blanket and fill it with pillows and one of the three would be in there and the other two would push them down the stairs. She is survived by her daughter Evelyn Vieyra, her parents Raul & Elizabeth Vieyra, two immigrants from Mexico, her sister and brother Guadalupe & Roberto Vieyra, and grandparents Roberto & Leovigilda Vieyra. She was preceded in death by her nephew Carlos Cardenas who passed away September 14, 2008. There will be a visitation Friday October 1, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201 (480) 696-6883. Funeral services are Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 11 AM at the LDS Lehi Ward building, 830 East Lehi Road, Mesa, AZ 85203. Any donations can be made at Wells Fargo Bank for Evelyn Vieyra. Thank you to everyone that has donated and helped our family though this difficult process and to the army. SOMEONE ONCE TOLD ME… LOVE POEM “Like the stars in the sky, I am calling to you. From the heavens above, I am looking for you. In the depths of my soul, I will live and breathe for you. Sadness dwells inside you; You have nothing to fear, for I am next to you. I can feel your sadness; Let me be sad for you, so you will feel love once again. Worry not about life, let me worry for you. You should always love life, for it is a part of you. I’ll be there when you fall, to catch you and say I Love You … Happy, caring, and loving.

Westlyn Riggs, 76, born June 1, 1934 to Rockford R. Riggs and Julia Whiting in St. Johns, AZ, returned to his Heavenly Father on Sept. 23, 2010 in Mesa, AZ. He will always be remembered as a man who loved his family and his Savior. He is survived by his wife Marlene and their seven children Rita Pico, Raylene Anderson, Rosemarie Gunnell, Russell Riggs, Renay Barnwell, Ryan Riggs, Rebecca Tingey; 5 brothers Ray, Larry Charl, Ken and Wayne Riggs; 37 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Wes and Marlene served faithful missions for the LDS church in Mexico, Virginia and twice in Ecuador. Visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 from 6-8 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa 85201. Funeral services will be Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 at 10 AM at the LDS Alta Mesa Stake Center, 5350 E. McLellan, Mesa, AZ 85205. He was loved dearly and will be missed. The family requests any donations be made to the LDS mission fund c/o Bishop Gary Porter, 5345 E. McLellan #56, Mesa, AZ 85205.

Carlyle Hyrum (Curly) Larkin was born August 24, 1915 in Snowville, UT to John Larkin and Vera Stratford. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded with love, September 23, 2010 in Gilbert, AZ. Through their love of dance, Curly met and married Naomi Pickford December 15, 1939 and were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake City temple. They had four children, Bob Larkin of Plain City, UT, Don Larkin of Sandy, UT, Jack Larkin of Pleasant Grove, UT, and Bonnie Metcalf Simonton of Gilbert, AZ. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife on August 13, 2000. Curly was loved by all for his quick wit and friendly conversation. He had a deep love of horses, reading, and travel. He was a man of devotion to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the ethic of hard work. From a young age his work never ceased, working as a brakeman for the railroad, a milk truck driver, cattle inseminator, fruit farmer, dairy farmer, and rancher. Curly enjoyed “heaven on earth

Bernard Chandler Hansen, 91, of Tempe passed away on Sept. 16, 2010. Bernie was the beloved husband of Ada Hansen. His first wife, Melva and his oldest daughter, Janet Hansen Konopnicki (Bill) preceded him in death. He was the beloved father of 5, Janet, Gregory Ray (Deana), Kathy Hansen McVaugh (Joseph), Alan Bernard and Gary Kent Hansen. He had 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. He was raised in Weiser, ID. He was a Boy Scout and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended BYU on a track scholarship. He set records in the 100 and 220 yard dashes that held for 10 years. After graduating from BYU he joined the Air Force, became a pilot, then a decorated pilot instructor with the rank of Major when he retired. He loved flying and even got to fly with the Thunderbirds at Williams AFB. He loved to tell stories about his AF years. Bernie was known for his calm demeanor and love of gardening. He LOVED giving his friends and family the fruits and vegetables he would grow. He loved taking his kids and grandkids fishing. He lived in Safford, Chandler, Mesa, Yuma, Payson and had a summer home in Pine, AZ. He loved taking his 3 sons on father and sons camping trips. He was a lifetime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and he loved the Lord and his family. He will be greatly missed until we meet again in Heaven and are reunited as an eternal family. Funeral services are Saturday, Sept. 25 at 10 AM, with a visitation at 9 AM at the LDS Del Rio Ward, 1881 E. Del Rio, Tempe. Interment will be at the Pima, AZ Cemetery. Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel.