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David Butler Carney, Sr., 90, of Newark, Delaware, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at his home in Mesa, Arizona.

The son of Margretta Emma Butler and Arthur Thomas Carney, he was born on September 30, 1931, in Blairsville, Indiana County, Pennsylvania.

David served in the Army in the Korean War (1952-1954) as part of the 13^th Battalion Combat Engineers. During his time in the Army, he received the Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal with Bronze Star, United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. He was honorably discharged and had reached the rank of Sgt.

He worked at the Delmarva Power and Light Company for 32 years as a Power Station Operator and retired in 1991. He had been retired for 31 years.

He was a Life Member of: Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Legion (AL), Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), United Methodist Men, Society of the Descendants of Washington Army at Valley Forge, Army/Navy Union – Garrison #65, North American Hunting Club, NRA, and was a Hunter Education Instructor in the Hall of Fame at the Department of National Resources in Delaware. He participated in the Annual Color Guard services in the Newark parade, Memorial Day Flag services and the Twin Bridge ceremonies. He was a Unit Commissioner in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and attended many of the National Jamborees in Virginia as the Shooting Coordinator. He provided and presented Eagle Court of Honor certificates to over 500+ Eagle Scout recipients and represented the VFW, AL, SAR and SUVCW in the presentations. He was awarded the BSA Silver Beaver Award and Volunteer Award for his more than 70+ years of service.

He is survived by his ex-wife Donna K. Carney, his sons David B. Carney II and Douglas B. Carney, his daughters Denise J. Carney and Dyan K. Carney, his grandchildren Douglas B. Carney (Tara), Alyssa Carney, Bambi Carney and Dylan Carney, his great grandchildren Douglas Carney and Austin Carney.

He was an avid hunter and world traveler. He loved spending time with all his family in Delaware and Arizona throughout the year and in Florida every August.

He dedicated his life to the service of God, Family and Country! He was the “rock” of our family, our “hero” and the best Dad (Pops) and Grandpa (Pop Pop) and Great Grandpa (Big Pop Pop) ever! He was a very giving, supportive, loving man and we will all miss him so very much!

A brief service will be held in the Chapel of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery/New Castle County Cemetery at 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, Delaware 19701 on Thursday, April 21^st at 11:00 AM and the burial service will follow.

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to donate to any organization that honors and supports Veterans.

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Dennis Eugene Parry, age 71, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and close friends on Friday afternoon, April 1st, 2022. Dennis leaves behind his Eternal Sweetheart, Mary Ann Barber Parry, of 52 years, sister Donna Miller (Norm), four loving children Kathy Meagher (Charlie), Molly Giles (Cort), Douglas Parry, Lydia Parry along with nine grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law who all loved him dearly.

Dennis lived in Mesa during his childhood where he attended Mesa Public Schools and Mesa High School, where he graduated in 1969. He worked at Motorola for a short time, then married Mary Ann Barber in 1970 in the Mesa Arizona Temple. Shortly after they were married, he started working for Bob Crum Plumbing, which became a wonderful lifelong career for him. He loved working with Bob and Jack Crum and met many wonderful friends along the way. He was a faithful member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he served in various callings. Besides His family, what brought him the most joy was serving as scout master. He loved the campouts, court of honors, boys, leaders and everything that scouting stood for. Dennis was very talented, creative, and could do anything he set his mind to. He excelled at plumbing, renovations, construction, etc. He loved building and flying remote controlled airplanes, camping, fishing, hunting and anything outdoors.

Those who wish to pay their respects, are invited to a visitation Thursday, April 14th from 6-8pm at Bunker’s Garden Chapel at 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. There will be a funeral service at the LDS Chapel at 1150 W. Elliot Road in Gilbert at 10am on Friday, April 15th with viewing one hour prior. Interment will immediately follow at the Mesa City Cemetery.

Joseph F. Ludrosky, Sr. passed away on April 1, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona. He enjoyed living in Arizona the past 21 years after retiring from Alcoa in Cleveland, Ohio.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy A. (Koptis) who is happy they spent the last 61 years together. He is father to Joseph, Jr., the late John W. (Cari), and Lorie A. Burmood (Scott), grandfather to Elli.

Rosary at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at St. George Roman Catholic Church, 300 East 16th Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85119.

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After a long and fulfilling life, Raye Dodge Scalone passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on April 3, 2022, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. She will be deeply missed by her family and many friends, and always remembered for her kindness and generosity.

She is survived by her daughter Carol Dodge (Bill) Laycock, son in-law Bruce Burton, stepchildren Penny (John) Kunzman and John (Jean) Scalone, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, her sisters Donna Norton and Bonnie Foote, and her devoted little dog, Henry.

Raye was predeceased by two loving husbands, Carl Dodge and Anthony Scalone, daughter Lynna Burton, grandson Stephen Laycock, sisters LaVee Lamb, Carol Boynton, and brother Ronald Beck.

Raye Scalone was born March 18, 1923, in Sanford, Colorado where both her maternal and paternal families lived. The San Luis Valley of Southern Colorado was an idyllic place to grow up and formed her happy childhood memories. In 1944, she met and married Carl Dodge and together they raised 2 daughters, Lynna and Carol, in Mesa, Arizona where they owned and operated the El Rancho Motel on Main Street for 20 years. Every October “winter visitors” poured into Mesa to escape the cold by basking in the “Valley of the Sun.” Many couples returned to their motel year after year and became part of the Dodge family.

Music brought Raye such joy. She played the piano well, taught her little girls to sing, and encouraged them to share their talents with others. They performed with Raye at the piano, wearing beautiful costumes she designed and made for them.

In 1972, both girls were in university, so Raye and Carl sold the motel, planning to travel. Sadly, Carl died suddenly of a heart attack that same year. With characteristic courage and an insatiable sense of adventure, Raye became a travel agent with Nielson Travel and spent the next 20 years escorting tours all over the world. She treasured memories of her many trips to Asia, Central Europe, Russia, South America, Australia, the Middle East, and Hawaii.

In 1978 Raye was embraced by the entire Scalone family when she married Anthony Scalone. They had 29 wonderful years together. He was a great cook, a loving husband, and all of Raye’s family loved him. She felt very blessed to have had two very happy marriages.

Raye was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved our Savior and served others with sincere compassion. In 2020, she moved to Canada to live with her daughter and son in-law, and humbly, bravely faced the ravages of dementia in later years, remaining kind, caring, and grateful to the end. Her life was one of love, dignity, and grace.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 16 at 10 AM with visitation from 9-10 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 230 North Val Vista Drive in Gilbert.

Our family sincerely appreciates the care given to Raye during the years she resided at American Orchards in Gilbert. We especially thank Aase Erickson and Becky Madden for making those years wonderful.

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Ernest Montgomery was called home April 4th, 2022. He was born July 18, 1957 in Tulare, CA. He is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence “Buster” and Georgia and wife Elizabeth.

Ernest is survived by his brother George “John” and sister Stella, his children; William, Carl, Rocky, Wesley, Ashley, and grandchildren; Veronica, Heidi, Jordan, Julian and Eli.

He never met a stranger or a vehicle he didn’t think couldn’t be fixed. He liked to spend time outdoors whether it was fishing, camping or just waiting for his coffee to finish brewing. He was a truck driver most of his life where he always came back home with stories about Road and Chaw.

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Lynda Grace Brummett of Phoenix, AZ passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home in Mesa on Saturday April 2nd, 2022.  Lynda enjoyed spending time outdoors with her family and friends of Tri-Sigma Sorority, Valley of the Sun Arabian Horse Association, Pinetop-Lakeside, the Desert Botanical Garden, and her local Book Club.  She is survived by her husband Don Brummett, her sons and daughters-in-law Dan & Sandi Brummett, Dave & Jaime Brummett, 3 grandchildren, 2 great granddaughters, and her sisters Kay Ruston and Judy Haefner.  She will be greatly missed.  Funeral arrangements for Lynda will be through Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr, Mesa, AZ with a graveside ceremony at 10am on Thursday, April 7th at Greenwood Memory Lawn, 719 N. 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ.

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Barbara Ann Bryce Crum passed away Sunday afternoon April 3rd, 2022 in her home surrounded by family. Barbara leaves behind her brother Wesley Bryce, six devoted children: RuthAnn, Robert, Cindy (Mike), Randy (Shawna), Susan (Justin) and Ryan (Jackie), twenty-one grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Her childhood was spent living in Eastern Arizona with her family going to school and learning the satisfaction of hard work. Barbara loved school and later graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in education and began teaching.

On July 5th 1961 she happily married Robert Ray Crum in the Mesa, Arizona Temple and looked forward to creating a happy home. Barbara spent her time sewing, cooking and in countless hours of prayer for her family. She was humble, faithful, tenderhearted and could always be found serving quietly in the background. Barbara gained a testimony of Jesus Christ and as a teenager began what would be a lifetime of dedicated service in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her sweet, gentle personality, genuine love and great cooking made her home a wonderful place to be. We will miss her dearly until at last we can all be together again.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, George Bruce and Belle Dodge Bryce: her husband, Robert Ray Crum Jr and granddaughter, Amanda Faith Cook.

Those who wish to pay their respects are invited to a visitation on Friday, April 8th from 9:00 – 9:45am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Kimball Stake Center, 1266 S. 32nd Street, Mesa, Arizona. Funeral service to immediately follow at 10 A.M. Interment will follow at the Mesa City Cemetery. For those who would like to view the services remotely, a link will be provided.

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Jimmie Jones lived a life of love, hard work and service. He passed away on March 31, 2022, in Tempe, Arizona, at the age of 86. Jimmie was born to Charles Jones and Orva Zimmerman Jones on January 5, 1936, near Greensburg, Kansas. While in college he met Joyce Holt in Greensburg and they married on December 27, 1958. The family quickly grew with the addition of four children: son Jeff and daughters Janell, Jill and Joy. 

Jim started his service in city government in 1959 after graduating with a degree in civil engineering from the University of Kansas. He served in Wichita, Kan.; Ponca City, Okla.; Kansas City, Mo.; St. Louis Park, Minn.; Denton, Texas; Evanston, Ill.; and Tempe, Ariz. During this time he also earned a Master’s degree in Public Works Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. Jim preferred public service over private business because it provided him with more satisfaction, more opportunities and more flexibility. He earned the reputation as an innovative leader. In 1990 he received the Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year award from the American Public Works Association. 

Jim was extremely devoted to his family and his church. He will always be remembered for playing a lot of family games, working on puzzles on the dining room table, parties and get-togethers hosted at the house, grilling on the barbeque, dressing up as Santa Claus, his vegetable and rose gardens, his aversion to cell phones, and family road trips. He spent as much time as he could with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was extremely generous with his time: painting, gardening, always volunteering to help out anyone with anything that needed doing.

His loving family includes his wife of 63 years, his four children, 11 grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 9, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Lakeshore Building, 6001 S Lakeshore Drive, Tempe, Arizona. A public viewing is scheduled from 10:00-11:00 am, with the service at 11:00 am. Jim will be interred in Greensburg, Kansas. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice in his memory. The family encourages you to visit https://bunkerfuneral.com/obituaries/

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Robert Stephen (Bob) Sien, 61, was born on March 23, 1960, in Flagstaff, Arizona to Bruce and Carol Sien. Bob spent most of his life in the Phoenix valley after moving from Carlsbad, New Mexico at the age of 17. He enjoyed motorcycle riding, traveling, serving with the youth and scouting programs and most of all spending time with his children and grandchildren. He made friends wherever he went and was a beloved storyteller.

Bob was called home suddenly when he was killed in Mesa, Arizona in an accident while attending to a vehicle on the side of the road on February 24, 2022. He was greeted by his father, Bruce, his brother, John, his nephew, Wyatt, and many other friends and relatives. He is survived by his children Rilee Sien, Kaylee (Kaden) Atwood and Connor Sien and his grandchildren Elliana and Thatcher Atwood. Bob loved every member of his family unconditionally and is missed dearly by all who knew him.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 8th, 2022, at 17817 S McQueen Rd, Chandler, Arizona 85286, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 9:00 am.

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Ronda (Butler) Lung, 58 passed away peacefully on March 16, 2022, in Phoenix Arizona. Her transition from earth into her heavenly residence with Jesus, happened while she was surrounded by her family.

Ronda was born in 1963 and was the oldest of four children born to Ron and Margaret Butler. Ronda was born in Kansas City and during childhood, moved with her family to Pittsburg, Kansas. She graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1982 and obtained her bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Pittsburg State University in 1986.  After college, Ronda married her College Sweetheart, Randy Lung in 1987. They remained married and deeply in love until Ronda’s passing. Ronda & Randy had two beautiful & loving daughters, Erin and Shelby.

Ronda’s highest priority in life was following Jesus Christ in His commands to love God and love other people. This was evident in the way she gave herself away in every way – serving others before serving herself. Everyone who knew Ronda adored her and her faith in Jesus. She was also known as being a loving wife and mama, who constantly doted on her family. Ronda had a superb work ethic and worked primarily in College Financial Aid for nearly 40 years. She was in her 20th year of employment with the University of Phoenix when she passed away, working tirelessly to ensure military veterans received all the financial aid due to them.

In her free time Ronda enjoyed just spending time with family and she was an avid reader.

Ronda was preceded in death by her father, Ronald M. Butler; her sister, Barbara Wilson; and her brother John Butler.

Ronda is survived by her husband of nearly 35 years Randy Lung, daughter Erin Crandall/husband Luke Crandall, daughter Shelby Lung/fiancée Devin Cagnolatti. Ronda is also survived by her mother Margaret(Horn) Butler, her sister Susan Touchton/husband David Touchton, along with multiple nieces, 2 nephews, and many grandnieces.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Life Community Church located at 717 W Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85233 on Sunday May 1^st, at 4pm. Donations can be made to help the family with medical expenses at the following Go Fund Me link https://gofund.me/0c6849d0

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Johnnie Ralph Clark, Sr., age 66, beloved father, brother, uncle and grandfather passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2022.

Johnnie was born October 8th, 1955 in Mesa, Arizona to Earl Eugene Clark, Sr. and Doris Naomi Clark. Johnnie worked for the family business, Earl Clark Roofing, Inc. from the time he could hold a hammer. He and his brother, Paul Clark, became the new owners after the passing of his father, Earl Eugene Clark. He spent the rest of his life dedicated to the family business. He loved roofing and mastered all aspects of the trade. He worked his heart out, rain or shine, even during his time on chemo, which earned him the nickname “Superman.” He was the one to get down on the floor and wrestle with the kids and always had a joke to tell. Perhaps his most endearing quality was his unconditional love. He always said “I love you.” Johnnie was fun-loving and loved a good time; perhaps his favorite pastime was hitting jackpots at Casino Arizona.

Johnnie will be missed by his surviving sister, Betty Jean Springs, his brother, Paul Clark and his children, Linda Bury, Johnnie Ralph Clark, Jr., Kevin Clark and Nicholas Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Eugene Clark, Sr. and Doris Naomi Clark and his brother, Earl Eugene Clark, Jr.

Godspeed Dad, Grandpa and Brother. We know the angels have welcomed you with open arms.

Services will be held at Bunker Family Funerals Garden Chapel at 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. The viewing will be held from 4-7pm (3-7pm for family members) on Friday, April 8th, 2022. The funeral service will be held at 11:30am on Saturday, April 9th, 2022 followed by the burial at Mesa Cemetery at 1212 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201. The services will be followed by a reception at Nando’s Mexican Café located at 6715 E. McDowell Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215.

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Clare Everett Deimler, 89, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2022, in Mesa, Arizona,  He was born in 1933, to Lloyd and Helen (Peters) Deimler in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania.

He grew up in a large family, farming near Landisburg.  Clare then joined the Air Force, serving in the Korean War and was later stationed at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana.  While stationed at Malmstrom, he met his wife of 64 years, Donna (Cook).  After an honorable discharge, he and Donna stayed in Great Falls, where they raised their family.  He and Donna relocated to Mesa, Arizona in 1986.

He led a happy, active life filled with family and friends.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman during his time in Montana.  His hobbies and interests included gardening, woodworking and genealogy.  He was a member of the LDS church, devoting much of his time and energy to serving others.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Fay (Cook) Deimler, and children Mike (Laurie) Deimler, Robin

Reimers, Kathy Amador, Gary (Shelley) Deimler and  seven grandchildren, Meghan Anadrade,

Matthew Amador, Stephen Amador, Emily Deimler, Lindsey Reimers, Tanner Amador and Phoebe Deimler, and his siblings in Pennsylvania, Betty Woods, Mae Liskey, Irma Hoover, Christabel White, Stanley Deimler and Darlene Barnes.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Romaine Stansfield, brothers Charles (Sonny) and Herman, grandson Andrew Amador and son-in-law Darrell Reimers.

Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at the Bunker Family University Chapel located at 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, Arizona.  Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM on March 31, 2022, at San Tan Memorial Gardens, Queen Creek, Arizona.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the LDS Missionary Fund are suggested.

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Jacob Reed Stapley, 34, passed away on March 16th, 2022.  Jake lived a life filled with family, friends, music, rock-climbing, hiking, and serving in his church.  He had a way of making others feel loved  with his big hugs and warm smile.   He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed.

Jake is survived by his parents, Phil and Pat Stapley.  His siblings, Michelle Breinholt, Matt and Allie Cooper, Chase Stapley, and Jeff and Megan Allen.  He is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews who he loved and adored.

There will be a visitation Thursday, March 31 at 6:00-8:00pm., at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, Az, 85201.  The funeral service will be held Friday, April 1st, at 10:00am, with a visitation being held one hour prior at 9:00 am, at the LDS chapel on 3920 E. Brown Rd, Mesa, Az, 85205.

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Daniel Alejandro Elsberry entered the world on August 29th, 2002 in Upland, California. He was the welcome caboose of a large, blended family. When he was eighteen months old, his family relocated from California to Mesa, Arizona. He was still living in Mesa when he passed away on March 22, 2022. He was 19 years old.

As a child, Daniel was quiet but active. He loved playing games and watching movies when he wasn’t hanging out with one of his two close friends. He was kind, obedient, and truly cared about other people, even though he was a fiercely private individual. He was reliable and responsible. An excellent student, he earned an academic scholarship to Arizona State University upon his early graduation from Red Mountain High School. Prior to his passing, he was studying towards a degree in Information Technology at ASU Polytechnic and working as an optical technician.

Throughout his life, Daniel was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in the Church in many capacities beginning in his early teenage years. He loved his Savior profoundly, and frequently drew his friends into deep, intense conversations about Jesus Christ and his Gospel. He sought God in his life, and truly endeavored to walk by faith.

Danny also participated in the Boy Scout program, earning the rank of Eagle Scout at the age of 14. Even after achieving this rank, he continued earning merit badges, garnering three gold palms.

Daniel was a sensitive, imaginative soul. He loved fantasy, gaming, and role-playing. He was an avid collector of figurines and swords. Often, he could be found playing Dungeons and Dragons, War Hammer, or Legend of the Five Rings. He was especially fond of dragons, and had amassed an extensive collection of them in many different forms. He also enjoyed writing; paying homage to his favorite games and movies by adding to their lore through composing works of Fanfiction. He parlayed his love of creating characters into art, commissioning drawings of his favorites from various artists.

Like most young men his age, Daniel was a pizza enthusiast. He often craved it–although he also enjoyed Firehouse Subs and the offerings at Coldstone Creamery. Each night after work, he would eat a large bowl of Honey Bunches of Oats.

His family will miss each and every one of these endearing quirks. Daniel was truly a special young man who was very much loved and valued. He is survived by his parents Eric and Patty Elsberry, his older siblings Danesa (Matt) Sovereign, Melissa (Trevor ) Johnson, Christopher (Carree) Elsberry, Mario Elsberry, and a passel of adoring nieces and nephews. His absence has left a hole in our hearts and in our lives.

Service held at Mesa City Cemetery, Wed March 30th, 2022.

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Daniel L. Brewer, 82, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2022. He was born to James and Zelda Brewer in 1939.

Dan led an active life of playing football and baseball in high school, after hunting and playing softball with his father in his younger years.

Dan served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico for 3 years when he was a young adult.

After his mission, Dan married the love of his life, Judy Hubbard, and they raised 6 children together. To provide for his family, Dan served the City of Mesa as a manager for 3 decades. Family was everything to him, and he lived his life in service to his church and in support of anything and everything his family was involved in.

He was known to his children and grandchildren as Dad, Papa Dan, Big Grandma, or the Big Bear. He was a gentle, generous, loving soul, despite his somewhat intimidating stature.

Dan was preceded in death by his wife Judy, daughter Nancy, his parents Jim and Zelda, his brother Ron and sister Nancy.

Daniel’s remaining children, 20 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren will miss him greatly, as they look forward to the day when all will be reunited.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1911 N. 24th St. Mesa, AZ 85213. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 9:00am. For more information, please visit Bunkerfuneral.com