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Alicegean Sawyer, 92, of Mesa, AZ passed peacefully August 24, 2022. Alicegean, daughter of John Wallace and Elizabeth Lavern Millett Bond, died at the Emerald Groves Central assisted living center in Mesa, AZ.

She is survived by three sons LaMar (Delores Koza) Watkins, Robert (Mary Willis) Watkins, Keith (Leslie Stanton) Watkins, and five daughters Louise (Louis) Burnham, Coleen (David) Taylor, Betty (Chuck) Reed, Sherie (Everett) Mead, Karen (Roger) Hyles, and daughter-in-law Carol Graves Watkins. She is also survived by 39 grandchildren, 95 great-grandchildren, and 42 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Herbert Dodge, Frank LaMar Watkins, Norman Sawyer, and son Randolph (Randy) Herbert Watkins.

Alicegean was born and raised in Mesa Arizona by her beloved parents. She truly enjoyed interacting with her siblings Lentz, Naïve, and Orabeth. Two siblings, Lois and Wanda passed before Alicegean was born. She spent most of her childhood summers at the family cabin in Groom Creek, AZ. She graduated from Mesa Union High School in May 1948. She married Herbert

Dodge in the Mesa Arizona Temple on April 7, 1950. Together they had three children, Randy, Robert, and Sherie. The marriage later ended in divorce on June 10, 1960. She married Frank Watkins on July 5th, 1962 and was sealed in the Mesa Arizona Temple on December 1,1966. Frank brought to the marriage four children LaMar, Louise, Coleen, and Betty from his marriage to Mona Belle Fuller Watkins, who preceded him in death. Together Frank and Alicegean had two children, Keith Lamont and Karen Elizabeth Watkins. After Frank’s death she married Norman Sawyer on October 29, 1998.

As a senior in high school her first job was as a typist for Radio Station KARV. After high school, she attended Lamson’s Business College in Phoenix. This launched her career as a secretary in many capacities: Wright Manufacturing, Arizona State Legislature, Phoenix Title and Trust, Arizona State University, and the Mesa Public Schools.

Alicegean served in the Mesa Arizona temple as an ordinance worker for many years with husbands Frank and Norman. Throughout her life she served faithfully in many of the organizations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Serving as pianist for most of the ward auxiliaries and as ward organist. She also served in the MIA, Relief Society, Cub Scouting, and as ward typist.

Alicegean was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ and had a love for her Savior Jesus Christ and her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A viewing will be held at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, from 5 – 7 p.m. on Friday, September 9th. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at the LDS Avalon Ward, 2549 N 32nd St, Mesa on Saturday, September 10th, with a viewing prior to the services from 9 – 9:45 a.m.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Emerald Grove Central assisted living center and the staff of Noble Hospice for the love and care provided to mom.

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.

George Shan-Chang Hsieh, age 97, died peacefully in his sleep in Phoenix, AZ on July 2, 2022 after a brief illness. His daughter May Beth was at his bedside.

George was born on January 21, 1925 in the coastal town of Ningbo, China, but his family soon moved to the French section of Shanghai. He was the eldest of seven children of Xie Hong “John”, a businessman, and Ye Wei “Mary”, daughter of a Protestant minister. Young George was always on the go. He embraced everything from his father’s exotic imported foods to photography. He played tennis, basketball, swam, and even jockeyed racehorses, but he was probably best remembered for zipping around Shanghai on a motorcycle. The years were not all carefree; the Japanese invaded China and occupied Shanghai. The teenage George watched a Chinese pilot trying to evade a Japanese plane by dropping his payload; the bombs fell only blocks from his home. George could never forget the vivid image of corpses stacked on the curb.

George attended both high school and college at John’s University in Shanghai, a prestigious Christian Chinese-American university. Classes were taught in English, and graduates could transfer directly to graduate schools in the United States. George did this after graduating from St. John’s in 1948, seizing an opportunity extended by the Baptist church to study for a master’s degree in Political Science at Baylor University in Waco, TX. George’s beautiful fiancée Rose Wang from Shanghai also made this journey. They both attended Baylor and married in 1950. Given the recent Communist takeover in China, the young couple decided to remain in the United States.

Even as a full-time student, George worked at a restaurant at night. He worked his way up from busboy to full-time manager. With his convivial nature, George gravitated to jobs in the hospitality industry. In 1957, he launched into business with his own restaurant, “George’s Drive-In” on La Salle Avenue in Waco. For over a decade the drive-in was a favorite hang out for nearby Baylor University students and athletes. He also became a part owner of the Cathay House restaurant. When the new Interstate 35 diverted traffic away from La Salle, George turned the Drive-In over to his sister Lucy Henson, and became manager of the Woodland West Country Club and later the Red Lion dinner club. In 1970, he was recruited and became the manager of the first Hilton Inn in Waco.

In the meantime, George had become a father. He was proud of his three daughters, crediting his wife Rose for their accomplishments. Family vacations were often to Dallas for Chinese groceries and fashion shopping or to Galveston where the family would rent a room with a kitchenette to cook the freshest seafood around. George and Rose also traveled to Las Vegas, New Orleans, and Europe. Back home, George loved hosting large dinner parties, including many for the Taiwanese Flying Tiger pilots training at the nearby James Connolly Air Force Base.

Life could be exciting and unpredictable in the Hsieh family. For a period, there would be a new car every two years. The Hsiehs were the first family on Hermanson Drive to get a color television, drawing neighbors who gathered to watch the NBC peacock spread its colorful feathers. George liked nothing better than to laugh, joke and tease, eat well, tell a good story, talk sports, and buy you a drink.

George’s early interest in photography evolved from having his own darkroom to delighting in the instant gratification of the Polaroid camera. The family’s annual Christmas photograph became expected by relatives and friends around the world. George took up golf which he continued to play for decades. He also obtained his private pilot’s license, the source of many adventures. Once, he flew the whole family to Temple, TX for an authentic Chinese meal. George, his wife, and three daughters – all dressed up in their 1960’s Sunday best – then hitch-hiked from the landing strip to the restaurant! Another time his plane ran out of gas, forcing an emergency landing in a farmer’s field. His ultimate piloting story was when he lost radio contact, requiring the entire Orlando International airport to briefly shut down to bring him in safely.

In 1972, George left Texas to begin a new chapter of his life. After a few years in Orlando, FL, George had again worked his way up from nothing to being a successful restaurateur, eventually opening several successful restaurants. George’s greatest legacy was reuniting his family of origin. In 1979 with George’s sponsorship, his father, John Xie, became the first person to immigrate from the People’s Republic of China into the State of Florida. George’s mother, and eventually three of his brothers and extended family members followed. With patriarch George’s support, they started successful businesses and built new lives here. Family gatherings in Orlando often involved three generations of the Hsieh/Xie clan sharing meals and mahjong. George also married two more times, divorcing after 14 and 13 years respectively, but he remained lifelong friends with his second wife Cleo of Orlando, FL.

“Three lives and three wives!” was how George liked to describe his time in China, Texas, and Florida. In reality, he had more like nine lives, as he survived multiple challenges, reinventions, and life-threatening health conditions over the decades.

George began a final chapter at age 85 when, separated from his third wife Liz, he moved from Florida to Phoenix, AZ to be near his eldest daughter May Beth. He blended in with her life and discovered the senior center and became a regular at the local casino’s blackjack table. George made new friends, but still kept in touch with old friends and family by phone. He made grand trips to Hong Kong, China, Macau, Las Vegas, and Orlando, but mostly he enjoyed being “comfortable” at home. After the Covid pandemic, George entertained himself by watching sports and old movies on television. He saw May Beth and her dogs every day, and did chair exercises with her daily until the day he died. This “fourth life” in Phoenix was simple and sweet. Asked the secret to his longevity, George would say, “I don’t worry about anything!”

In his younger days, George lived life large. He was a risk taker, could be generous to a fault, and didn’t sweat the small stuff. He readily admitted to making mistakes in life, but he had no regrets. “Easy come, easy go!” was his mantra. He never complained and never lost his signature laugh. In the end, George died exactly the way he wanted: peacefully and in his sleep.

George was preceded in death by his brother, John Hsieh of Houston, TX, and sister, Lucy Henson of Robinson, TX. His first wife, Rose Pu of Houston, TX passed away one month after his death.

He is survived by daughters May Beth Hsieh (Scott Williamson) of Phoenix, AZ, Dr. Georgia “G.G.” Hsieh (the late Dr. Mark Hausknecht) of Houston, TX and Marina “Rina” Hsieh (Henry Shaw) of San Ramon, CA; brothers Robert Xie of Orlando, FL, Joseph Xie of Atlanta, GA, Peter Xie of Los Angeles, CA, a sister in China, and their families; and grandsons Matthew Hausknecht (Man Liang) of Seattle, WA, Dr. Paul Hausknecht of Chinle, AZ (partner Dr. Erin Bowler), and Harrison Shaw of Santa Clara, CA.

The family thanks Dr. Philip Ku and his caring staff as well as the loving caregivers at Ahwatukee Comfort Care where George lived his final months. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

The family encourages you to add your memories, photographs, and more in memory of George at this website: https://everloved.com/life-of/george-hsieh

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.

On May 5, 1935 (Note: The Cinco de Mayo connection is important here.) Robert Ray Gibbons was born in St. Johns, but he grew up as a 20-year-old missionary in Uruguay. There he began a life-long love affair with Hispanic language, people and culture. (See note above.) In 1958 he returned from South America and had the good sense and good fortune to marry Yvonne Mills, a close college friend from Show Low. Her love, support and teacher’s salary allowed Robert to receive a BA and MA from ASU and begin a 7-year joy ride as a Spanish teacher at Arcadia High School.

In 1966 he received an appointment as a Foreign Service Officer with the United States Information Agency. The next 30 years saw him, Yvonne and their five children (Michael, Bryn, Kevin, Christopher and Caryn) growing and benefiting from US Embassy assignments to five different Latin American countries plus out-of-area postings to Iraq, Nigeria and Pakistan. Retirement in 1994 was short-lived as he and Yvonne answered church missionary assignments to the Family History Centers in Mesa and Colombia followed by a call to serve in a new LDS temple in Mexico. In 2002, he locked up his dog-eared passport in his worn-out attaché case and served in the Mesa temple for twenty years before his death on March 19, 2020. A graveside service was held at the Show Low Cemetery on March 28, 2020.

Those wishing to view the services online, may do so at the following live stream link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NP8fYDOtwLc

The world became a little brighter on April 15, 1967, when Corwin Todd Edwards was born to Corwin and Shari Edwards in Mesa, Arizona. Not many knew at the time what an influential man he would become, but his parents knew immediately. Soon after Todd’s birth, the family moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1968. The world became measurably brighter still when Brenda Lee Woods was born on October 30, 1969, to Ray and Jane Woods in Salt Lake City, just one mile from where Todd was going down slides and riding the swings at University Village. Not many knew at the time what a beloved woman Brenda would become, except for her incredible parents and older sister Vicki. Todd became a model big brother to Chris, Eric, Jennifer, and David.

Todd loved sports, especially baseball and basketball, in his early life, and later golf and running nine marathons – working toward the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon. Brenda loved her friends and crafting and became an accomplished photographer, particularly for her family and anyone’s babies. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 16 under the influence of her older sister Vicki and friends. Her parents later joined the Church due to the impact of their two daughters. Over the next few decades, Brenda and Todd developed into genuinely unique and notable individuals, all-time great humans, possessing the ability to impact many people in various positive ways. These two rising stars grew up very near each other in Salt Lake City; he graduated from Cottonwood High in 1985, and she graduated from Olympus High in 1987.

After high school, Todd was called to serve in the Chile Osorno Mission, where he worked dutifully, eventually serving as Assistant to the President. Meanwhile, Brenda enrolled at Brigham Young University to study. No force of nature could hold these two stars apart for long. Brenda transferred to the University of Utah, where Todd was already majoring in Finance, eventually earning an MBA. They met at an Institute of Religion function at the U of U, and then a mutual friend set them up on a first date to see the holiday lights get turned on at Temple Square. Brenda and Todd stated that they knew that night they had met the love of their life and were soon engaged and sealed together for all time and eternity in the Salt Lake Temple on July 19, 1990.

Astronomers know that when two stars collide, they form an even bigger and brighter star than either was before. This describes the union of Todd and Brenda perfectly. Other people noticed that these two were exceptional in every way: faith, intelligence, kindness, discipline, and service. Their beautiful first child Brooke was born in 1991, followed by the equally beautiful Alyssa in 1993. Their amazing son Corwin Seth came in 1997, and then they completed their glorious family unit with their beautiful daughter Camille in 2000. 

Over the years, the young family moved for Todd’s work with AT&T from Salt Lake City to Bothell, Washington, and back to Salt Lake City, then Allen, Texas, where their four children excelled in academics, dance, swimming, music, and the Tallenettes at Allen High. Brenda had the unique talent of making homes filled with love and a great sense of welcome for all. She was a fantastic cook and shared that talent with many neighbors and those in need. Brenda made holidays especially magical all year long with decorations and parties many will remember.

They were so proud when Brooke chose to serve in the Guatemala Quetzaltenango Mission. They were equally proud when Alyssa chose to serve near Brooke in the Nicaragua Managua Mission. Seth next served a mission in Brazil Sao Paulo, and who could be surprised when Camille decided she too would serve, being called to the Cincinnati, Ohio Mission.

Their daughter Alyssa married a fine man named Christian Leach from Peoria, Arizona, while studying together at BYU. Together, they gave Todd and Brenda two beautiful grandchildren, Jackson (almost 3) and Lucy (almost 1), in Mesa, AZ. Brenda and Todd moved to Mesa, Arizona, in 2019 to be closer to their family. Brooke had also relocated to Mesa, while Seth and Camille pursued university education in Utah.

Todd and Brenda believed their children were their most significant work, and if parents can be judged by the quality of their children – they must be considered amongst the most accomplished parents ever. Todd and Brenda also loved serving in the Church in various capacities; he served in several bishoprics, as Bishop in Allen, Texas; held several High Council callings, and most recently served as 2nd Counselor in the Mesa Eastmark Stake Presidency. He often described missionary work as his favorite church calling and served in the Gilbert Arizona Mission Presidency. They both believed that missionary work was a life-long calling they acted on at every chance. Brenda served in Nursery, Primary, Young Women’s, and Relief Society presidencies at different times, most recently in the Relief Society Presidency of her Inspirian Ward. Brenda and Todd showed excellence in teaching and service in every church assignment.

The family prioritized spending time together and have always been very close, traveling together often. They recently spent an entire week in a beach house in California before they and their children had to get back to work, family duties, church callings, and education. Most of the family returned to Arizona at the end of that memorable week together. However, Todd, Brenda, Brooke, and Camille chose to do a session in the San Diego Temple before returning home. Brooke decided to fly home directly afterward, to our eternal relief. Todd, Brenda, and Camille were in a terrible car accident while returning to their home in Mesa on Friday, August 19, 2022. Todd and Brenda were taken instantly and without suffering. Camille is currently fighting for her life with all the love and support of her siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and even strangers whom this great family’s circumstances have touched.

Brenda and Todd will live forever in the hearts and minds of the many fortunate people they have touched and through the good works of their children. How remarkable that Todd and Brenda’s first date was at a temple, and they spent their last day doing temple work with family. It would be hard to imagine a more prepared and faithful couple leaving this life.

Visitation
Innovation Park Building – Cultural Hall
Thursday Sept 1, 5pm-7pm
9431 E Point Twenty-Two Blvd
Mesa, AZ  85212

Funeral
Eastmark Stake Center
Friday Sept 2, 10am
10725 E Point Twenty-Two Blvd
Mesa, AZ  85212
Link to stream it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NP8fYDOtwLc

Interment
City of Mesa Cemetery
1212 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201

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.

Ann Hastings Maready, 82 years old, a long time Mesa resident, died of natural causes on August 12, 2022. She passed peacefully surrounded by her children and family. Ann was a beautiful woman with a beautiful heart. She was full of love and kindness. The best way she knew to show her love to others was through acts of service. Ann dedicated her life to others, trying to make life easier for everyone around her, even if it meant enduring challenges because of it. She was a woman of few words but no one ever wondered about her love and dedication to her children and to the gospel of Jesus Christ. She lived quietly, determined to serve others without acclaim. Her commitment to her faith was evident in all she did, which is now preserved in countless journals of notes and quotes and stories that she would keep close for inspiration. Words to describe Ann would be the words many used as they talked of her influence on them: kind, loving, tenacious, long suffering, graceful, patient, faithful, committed, hard working, clever, resourceful, talented and forgiving.

Ann is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, LeRoy, her parents William Grant and Mary Stella Hastings, her two brothers Bob Hastings and Dave Hastings, and two granddaughters, Cesca Buehner and Celeste Maready.  She is survived by her five children, daughter Susan (Don) Buehner, son David (Rebecca) Maready, daughter Julie (John) Peterson, son Stephen Maready, and son Douglas (Tiffany) Maready; twenty-two grandchildren, Teancum, Chynna, Sophie and Luke Buehner; Tayler, Tanner, Brigham and Grace Maready; Emily, Jacob, Joseph and Anna Peterson; Jordan, Hunter, Mallory, Haley and Ryder Maready; Tyler, Zachary and Crew Maready; and three great-grandchildren Jimi Love Maready, Wesley James Peterson, and Lola Mahina Miller.

Ann was born the second child and only daughter to her parents Grant and Stella Hastings, in Solomonville, AZ. The family would eventually move to Mesa, where they’d reside on Beverly Street her entire youth. Mesa provided a wonderful community where Ann was raised and took the opportunity to serve others and make lifelong friends. She attended Alma School Elementary School then graduated from Mesa High School in 1958 where she was a Rabette, a Flag Twirler and a member of the Service Committee. She then attended Brigham Young University, where she belonged to both the CamiLos Social Club and the Cougarettes, and received a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 1962. Ann would go on to teach 4 years of first and third grade before beginning her family and dedicating the rest of her life to teaching and serving the children she adored and cherished.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 2, 2022 at Bunker’s University Chapel located at 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa. The viewing is planned for 10am with the funeral service to follow at 11am. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the dedicated caregivers at the Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa for their many years of thoughtful, capable, and loving service to Ann and her husband, LeRoy.

The family would love to have any memories and stories shared to the email: MemoriesofAnn2022@gmail.com

For those that are unable to attend, the funeral service can be viewed on Zoom at: https://zoom.us/j/97166395009

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.

Charles Emil Kohlhase, age 87, passed away on August 24, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona. He was a farm and ranch broker, real estate developer, farmer and cattle rancher. Charles was born on March 18, 1935 in Littlefork, Minnesota and he grew up on a farm in  Mizpah, Minnesota. Chuck attended Arizona State College.  He married Beverly Claridge on August 8, 1963 and they made their home in Mesa. Chuck was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, skiing, gardening and horse pack trips.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Beverly, married 59 years, and children:  Leslie Barney, Kathy Jones (John Paul), Wade (Michelle), Kent (Emily), 24 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Diane Kohlhase (Chuck Guarnaccia); Kay Ulmer (Tom); Nancy Moore (Bruce); brother, Lee Kohlhase (Donna).  He was proceeded in death by granddaughter, Callie Barney; great-grandson, Milo Rogers; parents, Orlyn and Charline (Stephens) Kohlhase; brother, Boyd Kohlhase (Irene) and Dale Kohlhase.

Funeral services will be on Friday, September 2 at 11:00am at the Mesa East Stake Center, 2228 E Brown Rd, Mesa, with a viewing at 10:00am. Graveside service will be at 4:00pm at the Thatcher, Arizona cemetery. A visitation will be on Thursday, September 1 from 5 -7pm at Bunker Family Funerals, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa.

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

Aldo Mario Floreancig, 90, passed away on Friday August 19, 2022, in Gilbert Arizona. Aldo was born in Cividale Del Friuli Italy on December 8, 1931.

He is survived by the mother of his Children, Doris (Monde) Floreancig; his children daughter, Linda (Floreancig) Schrader, Sons, Daniel Floreancig and Glen Floreancig. His granddaughter, Lexus Schrader; Sister, Rina (Floreancig) Fraulin and brother-in-law, Bruno Fraulin. Many nieces and nephews and extended family.

Aldo was preceded in death by Maria Beuzer (mother), Emilio Floreancig (Father), 7 brothers, and sisters, Irma, Pia, Bruno, Marcella, Alda, Carlo, and Eligio; nephew, Howard Fraulin, and niece, Julie Fraulin.

In the nineteen fifties at a very young age, he joined the Italian Army “The Alpini Corps” Alpino. At the age of 27 to 29 he worked for E.M.B Electromotorenbau A.G in Birsfelden Switzerland. In early nineteen sixties Aldo moved to The United States of America. He married Doris (Monde) Floreancig on June 26, 1965. They resided in Rockford, Illinois where they raised a family. On November 9, 1966, he received his Certificate of Naturalization/United States of America citizenship. He owned and operated “Rockford Armature and Electric Motor Service, Inc.” in Rockford Illinois.

Aldo was a hard-working, strong and loving family man. His purpose in life and most important to him was taking care of his family and he worked hard every day so his family would have a great future.

He was one of a kind with a unique personality that was infectious. He made friends no matter where he went, he was powerful, affectionate, intelligent, and loved by many. Above all he was a giver. If anyone was in need he was there to help with no hesitation, and he never showed up empty handed.

He was fond of Campari, wine and Grappa was a medicine for colds, sore throats and the flu. Aldo enjoyed entertaining and had plenty of jokes to share. Some would say he was the life of the party. He really loved living life.

Those who knew him would say:

Anyone fortunate enough to come across his essence should consider themselves lucky. He always made me feel special or loved in such a real and genuine way.

When God created Aldo, he broke the mold.

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.

Those wishing to view the services online, may do so at the following live stream link:

https://youtu.be/Q2A6D27ejQ4

Linda Marie Ray, 69, a native of Arizona and retired educator, passed away on Sunday, 21 August 2022.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert L. and Viola B. C. Ray, a brother, Danny, and sisters, Della and Viola Ray.  She is survived by three sisters, Lani, Beverly and Wanda, a sister-in-law, Nelda, along with various nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 10:00 AM at East Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 4310 E. Southern Ave., Phoenix, Arizona  85042.

We ask that family and friends bring their own chair, hat, sunglasses, and needed shade (i.e. umbrella) to the graveside service.

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.

James, “Jim”, Martin, 83 passed away peacefully on August 20, 2022 in Chandler, Arizona. He was born in Mesa, Arizona September 1938. He grew up in Gilbert, Arizona a middle child and only son of Glenn H. and Wealth (Bigler) Martin, with his sisters Glennice and Laree. Jim led a happy and active life filled with family, friends and many hours of service.

In November 1961, Jim married Fern Leavitt. They enjoyed 60 years of marriage together. During their marriage Jim earned his Bachelor of Arts and Master’s degrees from Arizona State University. He briefly taught High School and eventually moved into title and escrow where he worked for over forty years. They lived in Gilbert, Phoenix, Sierra Vista, Scottsdale, and Mesa. Together they raised eight children. They have 35 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Jim was preceded in death by his son, James Allen Martin; daughter-in-law Terri (Townes) Martin; sister Glennice (Martin) Anderson, and parents Glenn and Wealthy Martin.

He is survived by his wife Fern; daughters Laura (Bienz), Rita, and Joan (Lasura); and sons David, Kyle, John, and Joseph; and his sister Laree (Martin) Trampp.

Funeral service will be held 1:00pm on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building 1500 E. 6th Ave. Mesa, Arizona 85204, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at noon. Interment will be held at 9:00am on Monday, August 29, 2022 at Mesa City Cemetery, 1212 N. Center St. Mesa, Arizona 85201. Arrangements through Bunker Funeral Services.

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John Jacob Brunner lll, our father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 17, 2022.

John was born in Helena, Montana, on July 8, 1938, the oldest son of John Jacob Brunner and Iva Irene Sims. Dad was a fixer!  He would often say: “I can fix anything but a broken heart.” (He used ice cream for that).  His joy was to help and be of service anywhere he was.

He completed a two-year certification program at General Motors Institute with a major in Service and Dealership Management.  He then transferred his credits and attended Utah State University, where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology/Automotive Technology with minors in Physics and Mathematics.  He graduated in the top 10% of his class and was a member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. During the 32 years he was with GM, he worked as: a Merchandising Representative, a Fleet Sales Manager, and a Service Manager.  Much of his time was spent receiving and presenting automotive training.  He did extensive work on Heavy Duty Truck Electrical with a specialty in Fire Apparatus Electrical.  He also taught hands on electrical classes (SET), HVAC, and other automotive subjects as needed.  John was an active member of Mobile Air Climate Systems Association (MACS) and the United States Junior Chamber, also known as the Jaycees. He also served on multiple advisory boards, including EVIT and the Rocky Mountain Fleet Managers Association.

John loved the Savior and joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints while in college.  His love of service was apparent, as he would help anyone at a moment’s notice throughout his life.  He served willingly in many capacities.  He especially loved his service mission at the Mesa Family History Center.

John met the love of his life, Valene Loveridge, while attending school at Utah State University.  They were married in the Logan Temple on June 8, 1960. They started their life together and family in Bountiful, UT; then moved to Flagstaff, AZ; and finally settled in Mesa, AZ where they stayed for over 50 years and raised their five wonderful children.  John’s wife Valene passed away in May 2021, but he is survived by his children: Scott, Cynthia (Brad), Ryan, Raylene, Kalet (Damien), and 12 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Charlotte Brunner (Alan Shiller).

There will be a viewing on Thursday, August 25, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Bunker Mortuary University Chapel at 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213. The funeral service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1345 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85203 on Friday, August 26, 2022, at 10:00 a.m.  Visitation that morning will be from 8:30 to 9:30 am.

For those who are unable to attend, you may view the funeral service using the youtube link: https://youtu.be/yb7KB2O51OY

Flowers can be sent to the Bunker Family Mortuary on University.  Alternatively, you might consider instead a donation in John’s name to Rock Steady Boxing for Parkinson’s in Mesa (rocksteadymesa.com) or the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Missionary Fund (churchofjesuschrist.org).

Condolence cards can be sent care of Ryan Brunner 4127 East Arbor Avenue Mesa Arizona 85206.

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.

Remembering with love our beloved Glen Gaddie who passed away peacefully in his home with his wife at his side. He was 66 years old. He is survived by his immediate family, and hundreds of extended family, coworkers, friends and neighbors who will continue to cherish and love him.

Glen served a mission for The LDS Church at age 20. His missionary efforts continued for the rest of his life. He became an educator in private, trade, and charter schools. Teachers, staff and students adored him. He was a gentle kind person who was always concerned about others. He sang country music and was an extremely talented drummer. He was a great patriot who loved the founders of our country and stood for liberty.

Funeral services are Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. preceded by an open casket viewing at 8:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel, 1455 N. Harris Drive, Mesa, AZ 85203. An additional viewing will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Bunker’s Garden Chapel handled the arrangements: Their website: www.bunkerfuneral.com.

Ray Andreas Haug born 4/21/1939 suddenly passed away 8/16/2022 at the age of 83. He was loved by many. All who knew him will remember his funny jokes, helping hand and loving nature.

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Barbara of 57 years, daughters Carol (Greg) and Laura, grandchildren Marc (Sarah), Ryan (Megan), Kyleigh, great grandson Lucas. Bonus grandchildren Austin and Colton, bonus grandchildren Camden, Cara, Rhys and Carson. Sister Evelyn, predeceased by his twin brother Roy (Joan) and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be at St. Marks Episcopal Church 322 N. Horne, Mesa, Az. Viewing at 9 am, service at 10 am. Burial will be the following Friday. In lieu of flowers please make donation to St. Mark’s Samaritan Fund.

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.