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Chandra Delite Goodman, age 37, returned to heaven on January 16, 2023. Chandra passed away after triumphantly battling cancer for more than 10 years.

Chandra was born on October 13th, 1985 to Steven & Melody Rowley in Mesa, Arizona.

After graduating from Mountain View high school in 2004, she enjoyed working as a legal secretary for Maricopa county, and found her passion in photography. Later in life, Chandra enjoyed working with her little sister Nicole, on creating their online baby clothing shop.

Chandra has many talents, hobbies, and achievements. Her defining moments were within her home and family. She is a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Chandra loves her family deeply and has an immovable testimony of eternal families.

Chandra was sealed for time and all eternity to her one and only high-school sweetheart, Tanner Goodman, on February 3, 2006 in the Mesa, Arizona Temple. Chandra & Tanner were blessed with their daughter, Kaydence Delite Goodman on November 10, 2009.

Chandra is survived by her husband, Tanner; daughter, Kaydence; Parents, Steven & Melody Rowley; Siblings, Alissa (Matthew), Dallas (Sheridan), Dustin (Alexandria), Candice (Drew), & Nicole (Trace); and her 29 (and counting) nieces & nephews.

Chandra is such an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister & friend. She always see’s the good in everything and in everyone. She is compassionate, selfless, faithful, creative, and loving beyond measure. She has a passion for family, serving, dancing, and especially the gospel of Jesus Christ. Chandra continues to inspire so many who watched her battle cancer with unwavering faith and courage. She is forever loved and missed by all who know her.”

Services will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 10725 E Point Twenty-Two Blvd, Mesa, AZ 85212 https://maps.app.goo.gl/VJozaNh2vYo6keM17.

A viewing will be held on Friday, January 27th at 6-8PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 https://maps.app.goo.gl/R2befLDsP8E7hqxh6.

Flowers can be sent to: Bunkers (Chandra Goodman), 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

To help with funeral & medical expenses, contributions can be made via:
-Venmo: @TannerGoodman
-GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/d662cd56

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Daughter of Kade & Audrey Claridge
Sister of Trey, A’Lexi, Aikman, & Owen

Kammyl loved her name and would not ever consider changing it. She had many talents… she played several instruments and sang beautifully. She also could draw and paint very well. She loved to perform and many times partnered with her sister in a talent show.

Kammyl was extremely smart and graduated with 2 Associates Degrees before she even completed her high school diploma.

In 2021, she fulfilled her dream to live in California. She had many adventures while living there. She continued her education towards a Bachelors Degree doing online courses.

She came into this world on her own terms and left the same way.

She is Greatly Loved… Greatly Missed… Until we Meet Again.

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David Paul Richardson (76), born December 25th 1946 in Renton, Washington passed away January 10th 2023 of natural causes in Mesa, AZ.

David was a skilled builder and contractor during his working life. He owned several businesses mainly in the construction field but was also involved in landscape design, oil refinery structures and even a swing set manufacturing company.

The majority of his career was in building post-frame constructed garages, horse barns, roping arenas, homes and cabins. For many of the years he and his brothers either worked with each other or for each other. He and his crews built thousands of buildings over the years with projects completed in every state west of the Mississippi River mostly in Washington, Nevada and Utah. For decades yet to come and as part of his legacy, his buildings will continue to serve his customers and future owners for the various purposes they were designed for.

He would often cite stories of projects he worked on in the past and still remember what many of the customers did for a living along with small details that he somehow recalled. Most of the time he would come away from a completed project with a new customer or friend that would stay in contact with him for years.

In the lead up to the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah David worked as a Superintendent for a couple large construction companies that were in charge of constructing the venues for the winter games. He worked on Rice-Eccles Stadium at the University of Utah where the opening and closing ceremonies were held, the Olympic Speed Skating Oval and the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah. David also worked on the LDS Convention Center in Salt Lake City that was completed in April 2000.

David married Lora Donley on March 17th, 1995 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Among David’s best attributes were his patience, understanding and sense of humor. He was naturally gifted at communicating with anyone. He loved animals and had many cherished pets over the years that obviously returned the love as he was the favorite person of the family to them. He enjoyed many interests in life ranging from cars, boating, fishing, camping, concerts, food and anything sweet that he could find. David was an avid fan of his beloved Seattle Seahawks. He and his family attended many games over the years and celebrated the 2013 Super Bowl win in downtown Seattle.

He is preceded in death by mother Betty Lou Ecklund, father Stephen Richardson, step-father Nick Nickerson, brothers; Grant, Rudy, Victor, sister Suzzie (Baker), mother in-law Lucille Donley, father in-law Ralph Donley and sister in-laws; Jan and Lynette.

He is survived by wife Lora (Donley) Richardson, son Denton Donley, half-brother Todd Nickerson, 3 sisters in-law; Rynda Monson, Tova Taylor, Karla Castillo along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. His presence, strength and love will be profoundly missed.

A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later time.

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On January 15, 2023, Kyle Russell Smith passed away in his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Gaylene, and his six children Talya, Tory, Brayden, Jayce, Aymee, and Irelynne. As well as his granddaughter Oakley and future son-in-law Tyler.

Kyle loved his family: his wife was his best friend and he adored his kids, plus any other kids that were around. He loved flying airplanes, going to Disneyland, watching Nascar, and doing anything with his family. He was amazing at anything and everything he did. He was kind, compassionate, funny, incredibly smart, and would help anyone who needed it. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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Cecil Jerry Dorsett 12, March 1934 – 06 January 2023.  Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, sister Gwenda, 3 great-grandsons, and his wife, Ella Jeanne Biggs Dorsett.  He is survived by his sister, Carolyn Joan Dewees (Terry Dewees), four daughters, Lynda Rae Dorsett, Kathlyn Joyce Shute (Wayne Shute), Anita Jo Adair (Tom Adair), and Nicole Michele Dorsett (Brook Stebbins), 7 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Jerry was born in Hanford, CA, to Cecil Perry Dorsett and Ruth Hawkins.  He married Ella Jeanne Biggs on 6 May 1953 and began a life filled with family, travel, and adventure.  As children came along, Jerry and Jeanne continued to go wherever the job took them.  Their lives expanded to include grandchildren and the greats.  Jerry loved family, to read, ski, plan trips, and TRAVEL (especially on someone else’s dime).  His family, and all who knew him, will miss the sparkle in his beautiful blue eyes and the stories he could tell.

Celebration of life for Jerry will be on January 21, 2023 at the LDS Chapel, 11121 E. Ray Road, Mesa, AZ 85212.  Respects can be paid from 10:30 to 11:45 AM. Service will be at 12:00 PM.

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Barbara “Bobbie” (Cardenas) Rosing passed away on January 8, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 74. She was born on December 11, 1948 in Gary, Indiana, and graduated from Bishop Noll High School in Hammond, Indiana in 1966. After high school, she attended Don Roberts School of Hair Design and graduated in 1967. On May 9, 1969 she married Tim Rosing, who became her husband and life partner for the next 53 years.

She is preceded in death by her parents George and Mary, and her sister Lisa (Mark). She is survived by her husband Tim, her brother Bob (Donna), her sons Chris, Jason (Ann), and Sean (Sara), grandchildren Katie, Mitch, and Dylan, and many beloved friends and family members.

Beginning in 2008, Tim and Bobbie began dividing time between their homes in Highland, Indiana and Mesa, Arizona. She enjoyed traveling, dancing to live music, and creating acrylic and watercolor artwork. In the 1970’s, Bobbie was a beautician before becoming a consultant with Mary Kay Cosmetics. Within a year, she began recruiting a team of consultants known as “Rosing’s Rising Stars”. During her 40+ year career with Mary Kay, she won several prestigious awards for sales and recruiting, earning her some of her favorite jewelry and several cars.

Bobbie had an uncanny ability to turn strangers into friends, and it was hard to say more than a few words to her before hearing a flattering compliment. She had a genuine interest in the lives of the people with whom she interacted and possessed a remarkable ability to make each person feel as though they were the only person in the room. She will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know and love her.

A memorial service will be held at Bunker Family Funeral Home, University Chapel on Sunday, February 5, 2023 from 11:00am – 1:00pm, located at 3529 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held in Indiana this summer.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Mission Palms Post Acute Rehabilitation Center for their care during her final days of life.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of Bobbie Rosing to the Dementia Society of America by mail to PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901, or online at www.DementiaSociety.org/donate

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Kasinee (Sunee) Christopher, 78 was called to heaven on January 10, 2023, of Mesa Arizona where she lived for the past 45 years. Sunee lived an incredibly happy, fulfilled live with family especially her grandchildren, and friends.  She enjoyed cooking THAI food with her family and friends and practicing her Buddhist faith.

Sunee is preceded in death by her loving husband David and is survived by her loving children Judy Routh and Rob Christopher, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and loving brothers and sisters in BangKok, Thailand.

Visitation will be on Tuesday January 17^th,2023 @ 6-8pm at Bunker Family Funerals 3529 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ, 85213

THAI Ceremony will be Wednesday January 18th, ^,2023 @ 11am at AZ Thammaram Monastery 14911 E. Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85249

Reception/Luncheon will follow at 1230pm at Gilbert Memorial Park 2100 E. Queen Creek Rd Gilbert, AZ, 85297

Burial will be Friday January 20^th, 2023 @ 1pm at Mesa City Cemetery 1212 N. Center St Mesa, AZ, 85201

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Russell Keith Pearce, age 75, died on January 5, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. He was born to Norma Jones and Hal Pearce in Mesa, Arizona.

Russell had a passion for the development of our Country, State and the government. He served over 24 years with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and completed this career as Chief Deputy. Russell continued his service as the first North Mesa J.P. Judge. He was elected as a member of the Arizona State Legislature where he rose to the position of State Senate President. Russell also served as the Director of MVD and ended his working career in the Arizona State Treasures Office.

Russell’s defining moments were within the walls of his own home. He loved his wife, his brothers and sisters, his children, grandchildren and nephews and nieces. Russell was also an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints where he held many special positions throughout his life. Russell’s acquaintances are many and he cherished their friendships. His service to his God, Family, Country and State seemed endless and will never be forgotten.

Russell is preceded in death by his Parents, Norma and Hal, sister Donna Koozer, and brother Lloyd Pearce.

Russell is survived by his wife LuAnne Pearce, children, Dodi Jones, Sean Pearce, Colten and Holli Pearce, Justin Pearce and Joshua Pearce. Brothers Richard Pearce, and Lester Pearce, sisters Evelyn Brinkerhoff, and Kathy Pearce. Russell and LuAnne have 13 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangements for Russell will be held on Monday morning, January 16, 2023 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Mesa Central Stake Center 925 N. Harris Dr. Mesa, Arizona 85203. The Viewing will be from 9:00 am to 10:30 am followed by the service at 11:00 am.

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Donald William Hogue “Blade” passed away peacefully on January 1, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona. He was 82 years old. He was a second generation native, born in Globe, Arizona in 1940 to Thelma Cromer-Hogue and William A. Hogue. He is survived by his four children Christine Lal (Ryan), Heather Park (Brandon) , Ryan Hogue (Shalise), and Stacey Hogue-Robbins (George), as well as five grandchildren.

Don was known to be extremely introverted unless you were talking about any of his favorite subjects or pastimes including basketball, golf, hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, Arizona scenery, Globe mexican food, poker, dogs, especially his dog Bo, oldies 50’s music, golf, and more golf. He was also known to be a numbers guy, extremely analytical, neat, orderly, and routine in everything he did.

Don was born in Globe, Arizona in his home in March of 1940. His Mother Thelma, Grandmother Pearl, and Aunt Zola were some of his favorite people as a young child. All three ladies had a great influence raising him. Most days you could find little Donnie snacking from his two pomegranate trees in his yard or playing in the big ditch behind his house for hours. He loved to dress up as a cowboy and play with his good friend Virgil. His first cousin Elaine is only a few years older and was like a sister to “Donnie”. He loved Elaine with his whole heart. His childhood included many fond memories of Elaine Davis, his Mom, Antz, and Grams.

When Don was 8 years old his Mother married David T. Polk and Don always considered him his Father. They had a loving relationship. Don was grateful to learn about the great outdoors from Dave. Dave taught Don about camping, fishing, and hunting. Don’s parents, Dave and Thelma, would take Don to Greer, Arizona several times through the years and that tradition lives on today. Greer is a favorite spot for his children to visit and holds a lot of special meaning to our family.

Basketball was a lifetime passion for Don. One of Don’s favorite life accomplishments is winning the basketball state champ in high school. Don loved basketball with all his heart and it showed. Number 8, Don Hogue, Guard, for Globe High. Many of his classmates called him the star of the show. He was a member of the heralded “Senior Six”, and coached by the great Kenny Trout. The Tigers had a winning basketball season in 1958, 14-5. Don enjoyed telling the play by play as fast-break on Offense, and Full-Court-Press on Defense for the Tigers, and Don Hogue, on the court, was quite exceptional. With Don’s great play, the Tigers won the State Basketball Championship in 1957. Go Tigers! Don continued his playing competitive basketball; he spent a short time playing for Eastern Arizona College in Thatcher, then off to play for NAU in Flagstaff. Also played for the Navy in Hawaii and he even played for Motorola for fun many years later. Don was inducted into the GHS Hall of Fame in 2015.

His best friend Norval Tyler was by his side starting from age five and beyond. Norval used to say to Don “you’re the jock and I’m the brains.” The two went on after high school and always remained best friends. They worked together, played together, had families at the same time, and enjoyed each other’s friendship. Don was heartbroken when his best friend passed away in 1996. These two peas in a pod are joking and chatting it up in heaven, guaranteed.

Don worked in Real Estate most of his life. We love hearing the stories about his other jobs, particularly the summer he had his first job digging fence post holes with his friend Virgil for .50 cents a hole. He even drove a Coca-Cola truck in Flagstaff for a short time. He also held various positions with the Copper Mines in Globe-Miami area. He worked for Rogers Corporation and also Motorola.

Motorola was quite possibly a “meant to be” career as it’s where he met the love of his life, Rosemary Hogue, or “legs” as he affectionally called her. They had three children together and despite their ups and downs, their love story lasted a lifetime. Unfortunately Don was preceded in death by Rosemary in 2013 when she passed away, unexpectedly. Reunited in heaven, they are once again able to see each other after a decade apart. Greeted by Rosemary with open arms, a hug, and possibly an ice cold beer. We can envision them dancing and laughing together once again.

One of Don’s favorite things to do was road trips. His last few years that he was still able to drive included countless road trips to Globe, through the Salt River Canyon, to Show Low, then back home to Mesa. He shared with us his tradition on those road trips. During these trips, when he came upon a large canyon he would roll down his window and yell out names and listen to them echo. His favorite dog Bo and Rosie were two names he would yell out often. He also yelled Norval and his mother’s name as well.

Well Dad, we hope so much that you are at rest but your spirit is still taking that endless beautiful road trip to paradise and meeting up with those that names that echoed many times. Don had a huge love for his home state of Arizona. I think his road trips were very personal to him and it’s where his heart felt at home. It brings comfort knowing they were some of his favorite moments. We will always think of you when we stop for a burro in Globe, when we drive through the Salt River Canyon, shoot a basket, swing a club, hike a mountain, make bacon and eggs, see a cute white poodle just like Bo Bo, or enjoy a family trip to Greer. Your memory will be a blessing and we love you forever.

Abdul H. Yasin, 78,  passed away in Maricopa, Arizona on December 25, 2022. He was a selfless man willing to help anyone in need.

Born Vincent W. Williams, Abdul was preceded in death by parents, Walter I. Williams and Ruth E. Porter (née Bryant). Abdul will be dearly missed, and leaves to cherish his memory through his children, grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

The family asks that you consider donations in his name and memory to the American Heart Association.

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Mary Ann Cade, 84 passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 5, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born to Charles and Elda Provine in Mount Pleasant, Michigan in 1938. She married her husband, Harland Cade, in the Salt Lake Temple in 1966.

At 19, on November 1, 1957, Mary Ann joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a devoted member of the Church for the rest of her life. She faithfully served in many callings. She regularly ministered to many members traveling long distances to do so. She was an avid genealogist. She spent copious hours researching her family and working in the temple to complete their work. She traveled extensively to visit cemeteries and courthouses to find family records. In her younger married years she was a candy striper visiting hospitals and nursing homes to offer comfort and a smile to the patients.

Mary Ann was an amazing organizer. She was known for her cleanliness and keeping an immaculate, beautiful home all while raising seven wonderful children. She is survived by her husband, Harland, children Larry (Jane) Cade, Jill (Todd) Tomlinson, Stephanie (Mike) Flygare, Charity (Michael) Wilhelm, Adam Cade, Amy (Earl) Holland, sister Marty and 14 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Mary Ann was preceded in death by a son, Johnny, sister Ruth and brothers John and Charles. Mary Ann will be greatly missed by her family.

Funeral services are Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 10 AM, preceded by a viewing at 9 AM at Mountain Vista Ward Chapel, 10305 E Southern Ave. Mesa, Arizona.

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Edna Mae entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 26, 2022, after gracing this earth for 92 years. She was born on December 16,1929, in Streator, Illinois, to Thomas Steven Moore and Elenora Lechner, and grew up on a farm where she experienced many fond childhood memories. Her farm was one of the first in the area to have electricity. She attended a one-room country schoolhouse and was one of only five students to graduate from Lostant High School in 1948. She loved school and attended Bradley University where she met her adoring husband, Howard Troupa, and celebrated 63 years of marriage together. They gave life to four beautiful daughters: Debbie Reed (Warren) of Mountain Top, Pennsylvania, Mary Lou Gennaro (Franco) of Gainesville, Florida, Karen Tansill (Joe) of Gilbert, Arizona, and Laurie Troupa-Knox of Gilbert, Arizona. In addition, they fostered 12 babies while raising their girls in Indianapolis, Indiana. Later, they moved to Mesa, Arizona, in 1981, to enjoy a warmer climate. Edna Mae was very active in volunteering at hospitals, nursing homes and her retirement community at Fellowship Square Historic Mesa.

She was also very active in church, women’s bible studies and fellowship groups, the Catholic Charismatic Movement and Life in the Spirit Seminars. She loved to talk about church, share her faith and challenge others to grow closer to God.

She is proceeded in death by her husband Howard Milton Troupa (2016), her brother Thomas Joseph Moore (2011), and her sister Irene Marie Moore (1928), who died as a young girl. She was blessed to have 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life and Christian Funeral Mass will be held at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 1730 W Guadalupe Road, Mesa, AZ 85202, on Monday, February 6th, at 10:00am. The service will be live-streamed.

For more information, please contact family at EMTroupa@gmail.com.

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John William Pidd, 80, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 in Gilbert, Arizona. John was born December 26, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Harry B. Pidd and Dorothy Davies Pidd. He is survived by his sister, Mary Jane Ertmann (Robert) and his wife, Kathy Allen Pidd, along with his children, Jennifer Rose Jones (Matthew) and Christopher Ralph Pidd (Marissa). Also surviving are his stepchildren, Leslie Kinder (Trevor), Lisa Boren (Scott), Mason Davis (Natalie), Wells Davis (Maleena), Eva Flake (James), and Avalon Davis. He is also survived by 30 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.

John served a mission in Texas for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Following his mission, he graduated from the University of Utah with an engineering degree. He then received his MBA at Arizona State University. John started his long career as a quality engineer at Western Electric in Phoenix, Arizona. After his engineering career, he became a tax preparer for Jackson Hewitt and worked as a substitute teacher in the Mesa and Gilbert public school districts. John was a member of the Arizona Deseret Choir, where he met his wife of 28 years, Kathy. Of all his life’s endeavors, being a grandpa was his favorite.

A viewing will be held Friday January 13, 2023 from 6-8:00pm. Funeral services will be Saturday January 14, 2023 at 11:30am, preceded by a visitation at 10:30am.  Viewing and funeral will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
230 N. Val Vista Dr Gilbert, AZ 85234.

Bunkers University Chapel 3529 East University Drive
Mesa, AZ 85213 is handling arrangements.

Interment will be at San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf Farms
22425 East Cloud Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85142

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Arlo H. Judd passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Arlo was born at home in Fredonia, Arizona on December 17, 1932. He was the fourth son born to Zadok Ray and Elva Haycock Judd. He spent his fun-filled childhood in Fredonia until January of 1954, when he served a two year mission in Los Angeles, California, for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Arlo migrated to Mesa, Arizona in 1956 to attend Arizona State University. He met his sweetheart and eternal companion, Janette Rhoda Roberts, and was married on April 19, 1957, in the Mesa Arizona Temple. They began their journey together living in Mesa, and later welcomed the arrival of son, Kevin, and daughters Lori and Shelli. They resided in Mesa for 65 wonderful years.

Arlo’s career included time at Producer’s Finance, Western Savings and Loan,  and The Arizona Bank as a loan officer. He was an active Real Estate agent for many years. Arlo was a gifted athlete, running track at Arizona State University, playing fast-pitch softball with the Mesa 8th Ward, winning several all-church championship titles. He was also a talented golfer, which he passed on to many of his children and grandsons. He enjoyed hunting on the Kaibab with his brothers, sons, and grandsons. Many years included family trips to Lake Powell, Fredonia, and several fishing trips in the White Mountains with his buddies, Scott, Art, Jerry, and Bob. 

Arlo is survived by his wife, Janette, brother Duane Judd and sister, Jaqueline Dyer, children Kevin (Lisa Everett), Lori (Kent) Flake, and Shelli (Telford) Delmoe, 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Zadok and Elva Judd, brothers, Burke Judd and Vance Judd, and sister, Suzanne Mickleson. 

A visitation to celebrate Arlo’s life will be held at Bunker’s Funeral Home, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  A graveside service will be held for Arlo at the Mesa Cemetary, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, Arizona on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 3:00 p.m.  

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Iris Lorene Woodrome lived a full life and passed peacefully at the age of ninety years old on December 29, 2022 of natural causes. In mourning her death, her loved ones celebrate her long awaited reunion with her beloved husband, Deward Eugene Woodrome. Joyfully she will also be met by her siblings Edwin Floyd Crowley, Wayne Doll Crowley, and Robert Lee Crowley, as well as her oldest daughter, Billie Nadene Wallace.

Lorene left a legacy of hardwork and love for her large posterity of 9 children, 49 grandchildren, 133 great-grandchildren and 5+ great-great-grandchildren. Born on November 16, 1932 to Edwin Teeson Crowley and Iris Deane McCullough, she was the first of seven children, Edwin Floyd, Wayne Doll, Ralph Eugene, Dorris Ann, Robert Lee, and Donna Marie. Growing up on a farm, she was given important responsibilities at a young age including caring for her younger siblings and tending to chores on the farm. She was married at age seventeen to Ernest Engler and welcomed her first four children Billie Nadene, Janet Arlene, Daniel Dean, and Ronald Eugene in the coming years. After a difficult marriage and divorce she met the love of her life, Deward Eugene Woodrome, and they were married on June 6, 1959, joining Karen Kay, Larry Eugene and Evelyn Paulette to the family. Together they had Iris Maxine and Ricky Lynn making a family of eleven.

They lived humbly but always found joy and a sense of fun in their life together. Lorene loved ice cream and scenic drives in the country. She was a woman of many talents and used her creativity to bless everyone around her. She could care for animals, helped build and frame a home. She had a beautiful garden and handmade clothes that were sought after. Her handmade quilts were legendary and she shared them with all her children, grandchildren and even great grandchildren. Lorene was resilient, facing many difficult challenges throughout her life with strength, optimism, and a sense of humor. Lorene and Gene had a very special place in their hearts for children, a quality that they have passed on to their large posterity. Lorene had a strong love for God and her family. She will be greatly missed.

Services for Lorene Woodrome will be held on Friday at 2:00 pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints meetinghouse on 1415 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85204. It can also be viewed online via Zoom with the Meeting Code: 480-000-111; Password: Emerald37.

All who wish to celebrate her life and legacy are welcome to join