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Shirley Fay Mackey Martindale, 88 passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2022.  She was born October 20, 1934 in Emmett Idaho, the daughter of Burton and Erma Dayley Mackey.  She grew up in Burley, Idaho and in 1955 married Joseph Donel (Don) Martindale in the Idaho Falls temple. They moved to Provo, Utah where Don finished his degree at BYU and they started their lives together.  They had 6 children while living in Orem. In 1966 they moved to Tempe, Arizona and the following year twin girls were born, completing their family.  In 1997 when their children were all grown, they moved to Mesa, sharing a back fence with their daughter, Marie’s family.

Shirley was an angel with a loving heart for all, especially children.  She devoted her life to her family, homemaking and serving others.  Her grandchildren looked forward to birthdays with special one-on-one time with Grandma.  She loved gardening, composting and tending to her flowers, creating bouquets to share with neighbors. She always had a song in her heart and was often heard singing as she attended to her children and home. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints serving wherever called.

Shirley is survived by her husband and her 8 children: Alan (Marla Martindale), Kent (Estrella Martindale), Marie (Craig Tate), Kalene (Tom Sims), Brenda (Carl Gwilliam), LeAnn (Larry Ruettinger), Denise (Mark Bohn), Darla (Tere Lemieux), 40 grandchildren, 99 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.  She is also survived by three sisters Kerry Thompson, Nola Hancey, and Linda Blake.

Visitation will be at 10:00 am at the LDS Chapel at 2618 N. Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ 85213. The funeral will follow at 11:00 am.  Shirley will be interred in the Mesa City Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Bunker’s Mortuary.

Services can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu6GYT2eso7kgHilu9GzRdA

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Steven Laurence Stapley passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at his home in Tempe, Arizona, surrounded by his family. He was 86 years old.

Steve was born on March 4, 1936, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Orley Glenn Stapley and Estella Vance. Steve was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, son, uncle and friend. Steve was a man of faith who loved his Savior and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Steve served in many callings over the years, including: Spanish Branch President, Elder’s Quorum President, High Priest Group Leader and Home Teacher. At age 19, Steve served a mission in Uruguay, South America, representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Later in life, Steve, along with his wife Patty, would serve three more church missions: Argentina Buenos Aires North Mission (June 1995-January 1997), Colombia Bogota Temple Mission (April 5, 1999-May 2000)/Bolivia Cochabamba Temple (May 2000-October 2000), and Nauvoo Illinois Temple Mission (April 2009-November 2009).

Steve was retired from American Savings Life Insurance Company, where he served as Executive Administrator and Board Member. Steve was also a veteran of the US Army. He lived a life of service to others and blessed the lives of many in his church and community. One of Steve’s greatest joys came from spending time with his family, whom he loved very much.

Steve is survived by: his wife of 63 years, Patricia Jo Allen; 7 children: Christopher Stapley (Wendy Porter), Kregg Stapley (Jodi Larson), Keith Stapley (Judi Goodwin), Kent Stapley (Jennifer Snow), Kathleen Stapley Gherkins (Tim Gherkins), Kirk Stapley (JoyAnn Rudd), and Klae Stapley; 34 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Steve will be dearly missed, but we know that we will see him again.

Steve’s funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the Tempe South Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1111 E. Knox Road in Tempe, Arizona. There will be a viewing before the service at 9:00 A.M. at the same location. Steve will be interred at the Mesa City Cemetery in Mesa, Arizona.

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Edward Billy King, 74, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Edward was born on May 15, 1948, in Courtland, Alabama to the late Billie King and Cherry Davis. At a young age, Edward moved with his family to Twinsburg, Ohio. While in Twinsburg, Edward met and married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life Bobby. Edward and Bobby were married for 50 years.

Edward was the true embodiment of Faith, Family, Fun, and Football! Edward loved the Lord with his whole heart and was committed to serving him the best he could. While in Ohio and Arizona, Edward served the Lord in church assemblies, always dressed to the nines. Edward loved his family and spent many hours a day talking to his family about sports, current events, life happenings, and anything or nothing at all. Edward loved to laugh and was loved by many because he knew no stranger. Edward had the uncanny ability to invite anyone into his life and make them feel comfortable by just laughing and enjoying life. Edward loved football and nearly every Ohio sports team. He was a devoted fan of the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavs, and The Ohio State Buckeyes.

Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife Bobby, his parents Billie King, Cherry Davis, and Louise King-Hetrick, his grandparents William and Ella White, and his sisters Fannie Williams, Jessie King, and Mary King. Edward will be dearly missed, and leaves to cherish his memory his children, grandchildren, great grandson, brothers and sisters, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Edward’s life will be memorialized on Friday, December 9, 2022, at 11:00 am at First Apostolic Faith Church, 790 Easter Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44307. Condolences and cards can be mailed to The Family of Edward B. King, 9290 Shady Lake Drive, Apt. 103M, Streetsboro, Ohio 44241.

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K LaMoyne Bailey, age 81, passed away on November 26, 2022, at his home in Florence, Arizona with his wife and daughters by his side, after a mighty and courageous health battle. K was born on December 27, 1940, in Burley, Idaho to Wallace and June Shaw. He spent his early years living in Declo, Idaho before moving to Othello, Washington during his high school years. K graduated in 1958 from Othello High School where he played football and basketball. K married his high school sweetheart, Lynda Haws, on June 10th, 1959 in the Idaho Falls Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. K went on to get his Bachelor’s of Science from Utah State University in Agricultural Education, and later earned his Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics. K was a highly respected educator, farmer, dairy farmer, and cattleman.

He had a passion for sports, farming, teaching, and horses. K was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in many positions throughout his life, and was especially revered as a Gospel Doctrine teacher. He and Lynda are the parents to eight children who brought him much joy: David, Bonnie, Bryan, Craig, Clint, Katie, Alice, and Mindy.

K is survived by his wife: Lynda Haws Bailey, his children: David (Jen) Bailey, Bonnie (Keith) Bergeson, Bryan (Kristie) Bailey, Craig (Robin) Bailey, Katie Bailey, Alice (David) Matayoshi, and Mindy Rivers, and his sister Lottie Hurst. Additionally, K is survived by a large extended family of many nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, and brother-in-laws. He is the grandfather to 30 grandchildren and is the great-grandfather to 22, with 3 on the way. K is preceded in death by his son, Clint Russell Bailey; son-in-law, Daniel Rivers; grandson, Damian Bailey; parents, Wallace and June Bailey; mother and father-in-law, Lois and Russell Haws; and brother-in-laws, Earl Hurst, Milan Haws, and Darrell Adams.

A funeral will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1521 East Bella Vista Road, San Tan Valley, AZ, on Saturday, December 10th, at 12:00pm. Friends and family are invited. Immediately following the funeral, there will be a graveside service at San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf Farms, 22425 East Cloud Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142. A family luncheon will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 31844 N Gantzel Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143.

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.

Jeffrey Warren Miller passed through the veil and into the next life unexpectedly on Friday, November 25th. Jeff is the son of Lloyd Lynn Miller and Barbara Victoria Miller and was born June 1st, 1967, at Bannock Memorial Hospital, in Pocatello, Idaho.

Jeff is preceded in death by his father, L. Lynn Miller and a foster brother, Adrian Ireland. He is survived by Anjanette Miller, his sons – Zachary, Steven, and Cade Miller, his mother – Barbara Miller, and his brothers – Jason (Natasha) Miller and Jerod (Stephanie) Miller.

Jeff had many passions and was a deeply driven individual. This is evident in his many accomplishments over the years. As a youth, Jeff loved the Scouting program and attended the National Jamboree, playing trombone in the jamboree band at age 14. He then earned his Eagle Merit Badge at 15 years old. He graduated from Highland High School in 1985 and played on the State Champion Football Team. After graduation, he served in the New York, New York City Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. One of his greatest accomplishments is starting his family with Anjie. Jeff and Anjie were sealed for time and eternity in the Salt Lake City Temple on December 28, 1992.

Jeff did well in his professional career and had an entrepreneurial spirit with many successful ventures over the years, including a successful commercial real-estate career in the Las Vegas/Saint George area.

He also loved sports, nice cars, the outdoors, wildlife and the finer things in life, but most of all he loved his family. Jeff adored his wife and loved his sons as much, if not more. He was a very hard worker and did his best to provide well for them. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral Information- Viewing at 9:00 AM and Memorial Service at 10:00 AM on Saturday, December 10th. Luncheon to follow service.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1150 W. Combs Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85140-9110

Graveside Service Information- Will be held in Caldwell, Idaho, on Friday, December 16th at 12:00 PM.
Canyon Hill Cemetery
2024 N Illinois Ave
Caldwell, ID 83605

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Mary Ann Holt Wilkins, born on March 18th, 1941, passed away peacefully at her home with family members by her side, on November 27, 2022, in Mesa, Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her son Alan Royce Wilkins, Jr. and the father of her children Alan Royce Wilkins, Sr.

Mary Ann is survived by her children, Darrin Wilkins (Annette-deceased), Angie Clouse-Nielson (Scott deceased, Darin), Steven Wilkins, Lisa Eames (Todd), Jon Wilkins (Katie), Ryan Wilkins (Mindi), Randon Wilkins (Annie), and Cara Nelson (Jake). She has 29 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Mary Ann was born in Taylor, Arizona and spent most of her life living in Mesa, Arizona. She attended Mesa Junior High and was a graduate of Mesa High School in 1959. She was a beautiful mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She lived a long-life serving others and loving her family. Her witty sense of humor and acceptance of whatever life brought her, got her through many years of her life. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Services will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building located on 532 S. Greenfield Road, Mesa, Arizona 85206, with a viewing at the church at 10:00 am prior to the services. Interment will be at the Mesa Cemetery, Mesa, Arizona.

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.

Stephen Cowgur, 73 passed away on November 22, 2022 in Mesa Arizona. Steve grew up on a dairy farm in Mesa, and spent his career as the owner of a successful Dairy Queen organization. He loved to travel and spoke excellent Swedish. Steve spent most of his leisure time riding his bike, playing tennis, and driving his sports cars. He served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in many capacities, including Bishop and two missions to Sweden. He had an incredible spirit of generosity, and was free with his time, knowledge, and resources.

He and Margaret just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his wife Margaret, his children Marie, Carl, Greg, Sharon, Ellen, Wayne, and 17 grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, December 3rd at 11:00 am at the LDS church on 1483 N Driftwood Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85234. There will also be a live link: https://youtu.be/pHLslndyrnI

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.

Randall Cottle Stringfellow, 64, passed away on November 25, 2022 in Chandler, Arizona. Randy was born in Salt Lake City, Utah and grew to age 10 in Bountiful, Utah. At that time his family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona. Randy graduated from Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Arizona. He Served an LDS Mission to Toronto, Canada from 1977 to 1979. Upon returning from his mission Randy attended Brigham Young University and Mesa Community College. Randy was a member of the Scottsdale Police Department and Retired. Randy was preceded in death by his mother and father, Elden and Marilyn Stringfellow. His surviving siblings are Dennis Stringfellow (Kathleen), Sherida Cluff (Dale) and Loreen Shumway.

Randy was a loved brother and will be missed by his family members and friends. We have faith that he is in good hands.

There will be a private graveside service at the Mesa City Cemetery for the family. Please feel free to send your thoughts and remembrances to the Bunker website www.bunkerfuneral.com. The Stringfellow family sincerely thanks everyone.

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Our loving angel Frances Anne Muniz entered eternity on Friday November 18, 2022. After a long struggle with health issues, she passed away in Phoenix, Arizona.

Her parents Imogene Watuema and Sisto Muniz, survived by her four daughters Imogene Muniz, Cindy Muniz, Lisa Muniz, Frances Cartagena, and by her grandchildren Joseph Muniz, Jasmine Rodriguez, Desiree Rodriguez, Sierra Muniz, Toni Macias, Isabelle Macias, Beyonce Macias, Cynthia Ochoa, Julian Muniz, Mark Lugo, Enrique Lugo, Pearl Flores, Angelrose Flores, Nevaeh Silva, Steven Silva, Wesley Silva, Charles Perez, Davina Doten, and Dani Doten. Her great grandchildren Itzayana Narvaez, Isaac Narvaez, Dominik Rodriguez, Elias Talas, Sofia Narvaez, Nathaniel Valencia, Zechariah Millsap, Sebastian Osuna, Aubreyrose Avilla Leon, and Charles Perez.

Our Mother and Grandma was a loving person. She would give her last to help whoever she could. She loved her dogs, Buck, Chiquita, Charcoal, Betty, Lady, Pretty, Buck #2, Bear, and Snowball. She was the life of the party; she would cheer you up if you were down. She always carried herself with a smile and positive attitude. She was a cancer survivor and had other illnesses.

We will miss Grandma forever and she will always be in our hearts.

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.

Diana Jean (Young) Smith, 81, passed on November 25, 2022. Diana was born on September 3, 1941, in Mesa, Arizona, to Elmer W. and Floy Ann (Payne) Young. She spent her early years in Gilbert, Arizona before her family moved to Mesa where she started elementary school. She graduated from Mesa High School in 1959. At the age of 17, she began her career as a legal secretary working for Attorney Joe S. Reynolds, whom she worked for until she retired.

Diana spent all her life in the Valley and married her husband, Chester L. Smith on September 3, 1960. Both she and her husband spent 30 plus years volunteering and running the Mesa Girls Softball League, spending much of their time from January to August each year signing girls up, working on fields, running concession stands, and any other job that needed done. Diana also enjoyed camping, reading, shopping, exploring genealogy, and spending time with friends and family. She was a loving mother to daughters, Shelley (Eric) Reid, and Connie (Kevin) Chastain, and to son, Mark (Lisa) Smith; she was a wonderful grandmother to nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Ann, husband, Chester; brother, Wayne and daughter, Shelley. She is survived by her children Mark and Connie; sister Nancy; stepmother Donna; grandchildren Jason, Sean, Meagan, Alexandria, Matthew, Gabriela, Justin, Brandon, and Garret: great-grandchildren Payton, Cooper, River, Rain, Kennedy, and Jaydan.

Visitation: Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel – 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

Celebration of life: Saturday, December 10, 2022, from 1:00pm-4:00pm at 242 W. 9th Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201.

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Vernea Walker, born May 27, 1923, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona.  She was born at St. Johns, AZ to parents Myrtle Thompson-Greer and Pratt Guy Greer, second child of two girls and four boys.  She grew up in Holbrook, AZ.  She married at 16, divorced at 27, and married to Daniel David Walker Jr. on Jan 2, 1951 in the Mesa, AZ temple.  She is the mother of four children, Susan Joan, David Rich, Daniel III, and Deborah Walker, and has numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

She lived in Henderson 43 years, and moved to Las Vegas in 1998.  She was active in her faith, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in leadership positions, as a temple worker in the Las Vegas temple, and especially enjoyed teaching and working with the youth of the church. She was a respected member of the business community owning a chain of high end women apparel stores in Henderson, Las Vegas, and Boulder City, serving on the Henderson Nevada Chamber of Commerce and the Charleston Plaza Merchants Association.

Funeral services will be held at the Desert Rose Chapel, 567 Pacific Avenue, Henderson NV  89015, on Saturday December 10, 2022.  The viewing will begin at 10:00am and the Service will follow at 11:00am. with the graveside service to follow at 2:00pm at Bunker’s Memory Garden Cemetery.

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Sherry Lynn Bergeron, 60, passed away on November 10^th, 2022, in Mesa, AZ. She was born on March 6^th, 1962, in Chicago, IL to Victor Bergeron and Shirley Bergeron (Manke). While young she was active in tumbling, dance and Girl Scouts at the local park district until the family moved to Niles, IL in 1974. There she did very well in school, hung out with a great group of friends and worked various office jobs. She graduated Maine South High School in 1980. She joined Allstate Insurance Co in 1984 and eventually transferred out to Arizona in the 1990s where she worked until she left the company in 2015. She resided there in Mesa until her passing. Her hobbies included sewing, scrapbooking and crafts, and watching cooking shows. She was very involved in her local church. She doted on her pride and joy fur-baby; a sweet natured dachshund-mix named Bella.

She leaves behind two sisters Debbie Stahmer (Keith) from Mesa, AZ and Karen Franks (Dave) from Lake Zurich, IL along with one nephew David Joseph Franks from Los Angeles, CA. Also an aunt, Darlene Manke (Bill) from Mauston WI and many cousins and extended family members and last but not least her fur-baby Bella. She is proceeded in death by her parents Vic and Shirley Bergeron of Mesa, AZ.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 20^th 2022 at 10:00 AM at Church of the Master, 6659 E. University Dr in Mesa. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Sherry’s name to Ghost Town Dog Rescue in Mesa, AZ.  https://www.ghosttowndogrescue.com/

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With broken hearts, we announce that Adam Dunn Toronto passed away peacefully, but unexpectedly, on Nov. 16 in San Francisco, California where he lived and worked. He is survived by his parents Richard and Marilyn Toronto, his five siblings, Jesse (Tiffany), Esther, Joanna, Brett, and Abby Shumway (Rosson). He adored his nieces and nephews Madison, Robby, Eli, Taylor, Jordan, Ryland and Clara Toronto, and Rickie and Sunnie Shumway, and countless extended family, friends, and co-workers whom he loved.

Adam was born Feb. 20, 1981, and grew up primarily in Mesa Arizona, but also lived in Taiwan and Colorado during his childhood. He was a gifted pianist, athlete, and academic scholar growing up, graduating from Mountain view High School, after which he served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-DaySaints in Peru. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Arizona State University, followed by a Master of Science in Public Administration degree from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. He spent 15 years in the Life Sciences industry where he directed corporate compliance for many of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. His remarkable career pursuits took him to Boston, Orange County, and San Francisco – all places that he loved and called home.

Adam’s sparkling personality, generosity, and love of people were truly unmatched. His unique ability to befriend and show true unconditional love for everyone he met garnered him thousands of friends from all walks of life, all of whom loved him deeply. He will be missed more than we can say.

Funeral services will be held Saturday Dec. 3 at 11am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1266 S. 32nd St, Mesa, AZ 85204, with a viewing beforehand beginning at 9am. There will also be a viewing Friday night Dec. 2 from 6-8 at the Toronto home, 955 S 26th St. Mesa, 85204. In lieu of flowers, donations in Adam’s name can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, one of his favorite charities.

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Ronald Franklin Tilton, age 85, was born on March 2, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan and passed in Mesa, Arizona on November 11, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Riley, and Ruth Tilton.

Ron is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Judy, daughters, Lori, Kristi, Traci, and Kerri. Sons-in-law Mike and Todd, 10 grandchildren and 9, soon to be 10, great-grandchildren, brothers Richard and Raymond and their families.

He had a very busy life. In his very early years, he went to military school. Joined the Navy, on November 22, 1954 with two of his close buddies. They were promised that if they signed up together, they would remain together throughout their careers, unfortunately, after boot camp in Illinois, they never saw each other again until after they were out of the service. He spent the next years aboard ship on the Admirals staff. He piloted the Admiral on the ship’s tender back and forth to shore. Most of his time was spent overseas. In 1957, he was given an early discharge. His time would be up soon and they were again shipping out for a long period of time. He could stay in for another 4 years or early discharge. “He chose early.”

After the Navy, he worked in the family-owned business, Tilton Garage Builders. He and his brother Richard built garages for the next few years. In the early 60’s he worked at Chevrolet Warren Division in the garage area. He worked a few years for Oakdale Electric in Michigan, while there he did insulation and electrical work on local homes. He then started on his own business remolding basements which he continued until moving West. In between, on many weekends, he took off for other states where he worked for Hurst Performance attending many of the car races as part of the “Shifty” Doctors Team. When the race cars had a problem with the gear shifters, they were repaired on-site. In 1974, he and Judy moved their family to Mesa, AZ. Upon arriving in Mesa, they started Tilton Maintenance Service, a residential and commercial lawn service. At that time, it was one of the biggest lawn services in the Valley. In the late seventies, early eighties, they closed Tilton Maintenance and opened Arizona Auto Center where he lowered, customized, painted pickup trucks for local dealers. They, also, did window tinting. His daughters all had a hand in working there. That remained open for about 10 years. He then started on a new venture where he drove semi for Sears Racing and then Ford Racing. They were display trailers and he went to all the races across the country. Some years he was gone for more than 250 days of the year. He always enjoyed anything pertaining to cars and reminiscing with all the many friends he made in travels across the country.

Ron had a very eventful life doing what he enjoyed. He, also, had many health issues that he courageously fought for many years. In 1978, he was diagnosed with cancer for the first time. Then in 2003 he had open heart bypass surgery, along with many other surgeries that year. He, again, was diagnosed with cancer in 2015-2016. He fought many other health problems this past year or two, but he continued to fight hard. Sadly, in the late evening of Friday November, 11 (Veteran’s Day) he lost his battle.

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