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Aaron Lee Frederick, 63 was called home Wednesday December 1, 2021 after a vigilant battle against lung disease. He was met in heaven by his Father Monroe, Mother Rosie, and brother Montie with open arms.

He was born December 16,1957 to Monroe and Rosalynn Frederick in Pontiac, Michigan. He spent his childhood traveling and serving with his parents as his father was a minister for the Methodist church. He loved the lord and serving the people of the church.

Aaron brought two daughters into this world Katielynn and Nastashia and also raised two other daughters Angie and Jessica. His family was so important to him and his daughters were the light of his life. He always made sure that they knew how much he loved them.

He was married to the love of his life Jody at the time of his passing. They were best friends and did everything together. They loved to travel and go on trips until he became sick. Jody took such amazing care of him and was there for every need he had.

She pushed for his best care until the very last day.

Aaron joined the Air Force and served honorably for 20 years. He loved serving his country and took great pride in this. He served in Operation desert storm. He was able to take his family overseas and loved learning about all of the history.

He also had a love and passion in the kitchen and made a second career as a Chef. He would make something out of nothing. He showed his love through food and was always excited to try something new in the kitchen.

He loved traveling, history, and had a huge passion for music. He loved to turn on the radio and quiz about the singer and song that was on. He always won. He also had an amazing sense of humor and could make anyone laugh or smile. He will be so missed by everyone who knew him. He had a way to make you feel his love with just a look or smile.

He is survived by his wife Jody, daughters Katielynn(Justin) Graham, Nastashia Frederick, Angela Brown and Jessica(Brandun) Smith. Grandchildren Logan, Avery,

Kaylee, Joshua, Daein and one on the way. His brother Tim (Fran) Frederick. Nieces Lindsay Frederick, Devon Frederick, and a very special nephew Steven who he considered to be like a son.

He will be laid to rest at National Cemetery with Military honors in Phoenix Arizona. There will be a service for family there in January.

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 Roland Michaud, 78, born to Violet and Real Michaud in Waterville, Maine on June 27, 1943, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2021 in Queen Creek, Arizona, with Cheryl his beloved wife of 55 years by his side.

James, known by family and friends as Jimmy or Jim, was a quiet unassuming man, the gentlest soul you could ever hope to know. Always with a beaming smile, childlike humor and deep wisdom, Jim had a heart of gold. He was a wonderfully devoted husband and father, who patiently and unselfishly cared for and supported his family. He dedicated 45 years as a United States Postal Service letter carrier, transferring twice to relocate with his family to California then Arizona. Jim’s family also included two cats Abby and Zena, who he adored; and in the last few years Zena became a constant and watchful companion, sleeping by Jim’s side every night until she passed in August 2020. Jim was a faithful friend who always had time to listen, and he made a lasting impression on all who knew him. Jim had many interests, but he most enjoyed time with his family and friends; and his last couple years were especially meaningful, spending time with his best buddy Herschel. Jim had a great love and appreciation for music, which he passed along to his children and grandson; in the late ‘50s and early ’60s Jim was a member of the music group Tommy and the Tones, named after his lifelong friend and bandmate Tom York. Jim’s love of music gave him tremendous joy and comfort in his final decade of life as he endured Alzheimer’s with gentle strength and courage, aided by Cheryl’s unwavering love and care.

James is survived by his loving wife Cheryl; son Randy and grandson Christopher; daughter Jennifer and partner Travis; sister Marcella; father-in-law George; sister-in-law Hollee and husband Everett; brother-in-law Garry and wife Kathy; nieces Debi, Cyndi and husband Jacques, Karen and husband Keith; nephews Danny and partner Cathy, and Garry Jr. and wife Bonnie. He is predeceased by his parents Violet and Real; mother-in-law Carmen; father-in-law Victor and wife Lorette; brother-in-law Robert (Bobby); daughter-in-law Michelle; and nephew-in-law Jim. It was James’ wish to be cremated, and his ashes will be laid to rest privately in a family plot at St. Francis Cemetery in Waterville, Maine. Jim will be greatly missed, and he will remain in the hearts of his loved ones always.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to be made in James behalf to St. Jude’s Children Hospital or The Arizona Humane Society.

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.

Patricia White Cope, 78, went to be with Jesus on September 23, 2021. Pat was born in Ogden, Utah, on February 11, 1943, to Roy and Doris White. She married Richard (Dick) LaMar Cope on February 24, 1961, the same year she graduated from Ben Lomond High School.

Dick and Pat retired in Kingman, Arizona, after ~20 fulfilling years of Federal Civil Service taking them to live in adventurous places such as North Dakota, Wyoming (Pat’s favorite) and California.

Pat loved and served her family well. Family was her first priority in life: helping on her in-law’s farm, camping, playing cards and rocking babies.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sister (Amy Earley). She is survived by her sister Carol (Jerry) Walling, and her beloved four children, Lamar (Gina) Cope, Stacey Cope, Alan (Martina) Cope and Lupe (Levi) Cope. In addition, she leaves behind five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren whom she absolutely adored.

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.

Melvin Yale Garber (always known as “Skip”) was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1946, son of Margie Headlee and Rollie Garber, Brother of Lloyd, and Janice. He passed away November 20, 2021.

A flute and saxophone musician most of his life, Skip participated in several jazz bands in the Phoenix area.  He also worked for Sun Valley Music Wholesale, Milano Music Center, The Music Spot, and he owned his own Garber Music Company – a retail store for all things music.  Skip served in the U.S Navy Seabees as a Petty Officer, 2^nd class engineering aide where he supervised engineering technicians in all phases of design, construction, and surveys.  And, of course, he was a musician in the Sea Bees Band.  After leaving the Navy, Skip worked for the US Department of Land Management, and the City of Phoenix Traffic Engineering as an Engineering Aide collecting and analyzing data and construction drafting, and his last employment was as a certified bus driver for the Mesa School District, giving him the opportunity to invite our younger folks to speak with civility, gratitude, and friendliness.   This began with, “My name is Mr. Garber, thank you.”

Skip was a great friend to many musicians in the Valley and he will be greatly missed every time they play. He is survived by his Brother Lloyd Garber and sister-in-law Betty in Texas, niece Babette Marie Wilson and nephew Gayland Scott Garber and his wife Andrea.

Jeffrey A. Spenard, 51, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2021, in Mesa, Arizona. Born in Providence, Rhode Island on March 21, 1970, he was the son of Charlotte A. and the late Jean W. Spenard.

Besides his mother, he is survived by his older brother John W. Spenard, younger brother Jay A. Spenard, Uncle Charles J. Wells III, Aunt Roberta L. Wells, Uncle Gary M. Wells, three nephews Nicholas J., Lucas J., and Vincent C. Spenard, and first cousins Corbin J. and Grant A. Wells.

In 1994, Jeff found his home in talk radio as an Executive Producer for an independent talk station in New England. After a few years, Jeff headed west to Phoenix, Arizona to create and eventually establish his vision of Internet Based Radio by founding VoiceAmerica.com in 1999 with a few colleagues. In the subsequent years Jeffrey proved to be a true streaming titan as the President and a Board Member of Modavox, Inc. a public company and the owner of World Talk Radio, LLC. for 10 years following as a private company.

Jeff had a big smile and an even bigger heart, and all that knew him were quick to love him for this. He was surrounded by numerous friends and co-workers, all of whom he considered to be family.

A private funeral service will be held in Coventry, RI to family members.

WEHRLI – Hans Rudolph (Rudy) Wehrli, 97, a resident of Gilbert AZ since 1996, died Wednesday, November 17th, 1921.  Rudy was born in Manhattan, NY on December 4, 1923, son of Gotthold Wehrli and Hedwig Marie Stocker.  Rudy turned 18 just 3 days before Pearl Harbor, so was immediately in line with many other patriots to volunteer for Military Service the morning of December 8th. He served in the Army Air Corp during World War 2.  Rudy met his bride Norma Griffiths while stationed at Hill Field Air Force Base in Utah.

After leaving the service, he studied at the New York Culinary Arts School and was a pastry chef with his dad in New York. They loved the west, so moved to Idaho before joining The Fuller Brush Company. Rudy rose through the ranks from a part time Fullerette to Executive Vice President of Sale at the home office in Hartford, CN. After retirement, Rudy joined TTI, then started his own company RT Industrial Video in Burbank, CA.

As evidenced by his daily enthusiasm, Rudy was a member of the Optimist Club, and known for his Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah signature song. Always willing to smile and laugh at himself, he was known for his “no problem” philosophy of life.  He was a prolific poet and wrote his own autobiography. Rudy was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many leadership positions including Bishop of the Woodland Hills CA Ward and Patriarch in the San Fernando, CA stake and Gilbert AZ stake for over 30 years. Rudy and Norma served two missions in the Swiss Temple where Rudy was in the Temple presidency.

Rudy and Norma loved adventure and started out their fun with the Harper Street Snackers who would boat at Lake Powell, then went on to travel the globe.  They loved to Cruise, but especially loved returning to Rudy’s family roots in Switzerland.

He is survived by his children Donald (Jeri) Wehrli, Larry (Jeanne) Wehrli, Linda Gallacher, Susan (David) Minson, and Lisa (Scott) Clark, 34 grandchildren, and 78 great grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, and multiple nieces and nephews. Rudy is preceded in death by his sweetheart of 73 years Norma Griffiths, his brother Walter (Patricia) Wehrli, son in law D. Lincoln Gallacher and Grandchildren Wendy Ann (Wehrli) Hauteur, John David Minson, Daniel Clark, Jefferson Eugene Hooper, Ronalee Sue Hooper, and Great Grandson Nate Wehrli.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. at the Gilbert Stake Center, 777 E Elliott Rd, Gilbert AZ, 85234

Viewings will be on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bunker Mortuary, 3529 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213 and on Saturday from 9:00am to 9:30am.at the Gilbert Stake Center.
Interment will be in the Mesa City Cemetery.

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.

Monty Aziz Nafoosi, 65, of Chandler, AZ passed away on November 11, 2021.

Monty was born on December 12. 1955. Monty graduated from Homewood Flossmoor High School in 1974, he went on to study Political Science at Western Illinois University.

After graduating with a degree in Political Science, he started his first job with the IRS as an Intern. Then he expended as an entrepreneur in his own real estate company, which progressed into federal contracting with the government. From there he grew and continued his education to become an appraiser. Becoming an appraiser allowed him to acquire more real estate. One of his biggest accomplishments was achieving ownership of multi-family units.

In 1986, Monty met Elizabeth in Frankfort, IL at her home. Monty and Elizabeth went on to have 1 child, Natalie. The highest form of gratification for Monty was Natalie being born into his life. Monty was very proud of her and always wanted nothing but the best for his family.

In his spare time, he enjoyed: playing poker, traveling, and listening to mentor tapes/podcast. One of his favorite places for traveling was to Las Vegas.

Monty was predeceased by his: Mom (Kay), Dad (Aziz) and brother (Ed). He is survived by his wife (Elizabeth Nafoosi), Daughter (Natalie Nafoosi), Mother-in-law (Vicki Jackson), Father-in-law (Craig Jackson) Sister-in-law (Jennifer Biegel), and Brother-in-law (Robert Biegel).

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.

Paul David Badger was born June 9, 1981 in Mesa, Arizona to Stephen Badger and Rosemary Powell. He was taken unexpectedly and left us too soon on November 23, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona.

Paul was a middle child, who was always making his siblings laugh, smile, and he caused mischief around the neighborhood. He was generous and would give away his toys to friends, and when necessary, stick up for them. His generosity carried throughout his life. Paul served an LDS mission from 2000 until 2002 in the England Birmingham Mission. After coming home he met his wife Camille and oldest daughter Cadence in 2007. Paul’s best friend, Josh Prestwich, likes to take credit for introducing Paul to Camille. They became a family in 2008.

Paul was sworn into the United States Navy in 2010 and served for 5 years as a Medical/Dental Corpsman in Saratoga Springs, New York.  While there, Paul and Camille welcomed two more daughters, Brooklynn and Addyson. Part of Paul’s service was spending 9 months in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.  He also earned a Bachelor of Science Degree during this time. Paul was honorably discharged from the US Navy in 2015. He joined the United States Air Guard as a Medic while completing his Nursing degree.  He became a Registered Nurse in 2016 and moved back home to Arizona with his family.  Paul started his nursing career at Abrazo Central Hospital on the Telemetry floor and then the emergency room. In 2019 Paul reached his dream job as an Emergency Room Nurse at the Phoenix VA Hospital. He was commissioned as an Officer with the Air Guard in 2020 after earning his BSN Degree. Paul volunteered to go to the Navajo Nation during the 2020 pandemic and also with the Task Force Holloman 2021 Operation Allies Welcome in New Mexico, processing Afghanistan refugees.

Paul was a great friend to many and enriched the lives of those around him. He once started a scooter gang in his Morrison Ranch neighborhood. (Problem was he was the only one with a scooter…) Paul always kept a strong physique and included his brother Marcus on being fit. Paul truly enjoyed spending time with his neighbors. These times included catcalling his friends Jeff and TJ, telling awful dad jokes and gathering out front with all of their families. Paul always enjoyed making improvements to his home and was looking forward to creating his backyard oasis.

All of this being said, what Paul loved most was being a husband to Camille; being a girl’s dad to Cadence, Brooklynn and Addyson; and spending time at home with his ferocious pups. The girls knew their dad as fun loving, adventurous, and protective. Paul and his family loved traveling, truck rides, midnight ice cream runs (but the McDonald’s machine was always broken) and cuddling with the girls while watching movies.  Paul also greatly enjoyed spirited political banter. (Let’s Go Brandon!)

Paul will be missed by all.  He is survived by his loving wife Camille and three daughters Cadence, Brooklynn, and Addyson; his three dogs Cleo, Maggie and Ziggy; his father Stephen Badger; his mother Rosemary Powell; his brothers Justin and Marcus; sisters Jessica and Stephanie; his step-mother Kathy Badger, step-brother Max Rezende, his many nieces, nephews and beloved family and friends who will all miss him terribly.

For those who would like to attend, there will be a public viewing at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel, 495 South Greenfield Road, Gilbert AZ 85296 on Friday December 3^rd, 2021 from 6-8pm.

The Celebration of Life will also be held at the LDS chapel on December 4, 2021 at 10am for all family and friends. Following the Celebration of Life, there will be a formal military burial at Gilbert Memorial Park Cemetery 2100 E Queen Creek Road, Gilbert AZ 85297 at 11:30 am.

This is a loving farewell to our Dear one, Paul Boyce. He’s always been a genuine man, a creative mind, and a kind soul. He had a moment to spare and a smile to share for everyone. He will be missed most for the amazing husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather he was.

Born in Beaumont California on November 4, 1942, Paul lived a happy and fulfilling life until the age of 79. He went to High School at Carl Hayden Phoenix and College at Phoenix University, where he obtained a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering as well as several lifelong friends. With his degree, he went on to work with Motorola as an Engineer for 38 years until retirement in 2001.

He passed away surrounded by love on November 20, 2021, and went to be with our Lord, after a gallant struggle against a serious infection. His life will be remembered fondly by everyone lucky enough to have shared an experience with him, and his family will cherish his memory forever. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jean M. Boyce, his daughter, Lori Jean Boyce, granddaughter, Lauren Arielle Boyce, grandsons, Levi Koontz and Jahziah Koontz (Ziah), great-grandchildren, Rosia Jayd Jones, Leo Garrnet Starr and Nathan Vincent Koontz, plus many other loving family/extended family members and friends.

A Celebration of Paul’s Life will be held on Saturday January 15, 2022, 1:00pm, all those who know or remember Paul are invited to attend.

Place: Shalimar Country Club, 2032 E. Golf Ave. Tempe, AZ 85282

Paul Boyce, we love you and you are missed dearly. May you gallop in greener pastures in your Heavenly Home.

Louanne Marie Ament was born April 30, 1932 in Milltown, Wisconsin and passed away at the age of 89 on November 24, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona after a valiant battle with colon cancer. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Elsie and Christian Johansen,  her sister Clarice Langel and her son, Alan Ament.

Everyone who was honored to know Louanne will remember her for her generosity, her kindness and her love of baking. If she knew that you liked one of her dishes, you were guaranteed to have it at every gathering. If she knew you were out of town, she’d monitor the weather wherever you were, watch your house and have a meal prepared for you when you returned. She would always put the needs of others ahead of her own.  

Louanne leaves behind an amazing legacy through her children; Dawn Ament, Tom Ament (Theresa), Kim Ament (Jeri), Brad Ament (Debbie), Brian Ament, Jake Ament (Tammy), Charlie Ament (Lori), Chris Krall (Richard). She was also the proud Grandma to 26 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Not to mention the numerous neighborhood kids who called her mom. 

A Celebration of Life will occur next spring with no other service being planned at this time.

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.

Tyler Daniel Wilson, a man that is respected, loved, and looked up to by all – returned to his Heavenly Father on the 20th of November, 2021, at the age of 52, surrounded by his adoring wife and 3 loving children.

Born October 23rd, 1969 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Jay D. and Jamar Allen Wilson, Tyler was inquisitive from early childhood. Winning the National Honor of VICA competition of 1988, he has always loved working with his hands which inspired his career in Construction Management. After graduating from Bingham High School, South Jordan UT, in 1988 he dedicated two years of his life to serving the Lord. Tyler served his LDS Mission in the Birmingham, England Coventry Mission. From there, graduating from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Tyler propelled his career working for Okland Construction out of Salt Lake City, Utah for twenty years. Primarily working for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Tyler built; the Sacramento CA, Draper UT, Quirrh Mountain UT, and Fort Collins CO, temples, re-gilding the spires of the Washington D.C. Temple and remodeling the Los Angeles Temple. Not only did he build temples, he also built the BYU indoor practice facility, BYU Idaho Conference Center, and the Sundial Lodge in Park City. Following Okland Construction, Tyler relocated him and his family to Haymarket, Virginia to work for HITT Contracting. Here he worked at the National Capital receiving Top Secret Clearance to pursue working for the government. Tyler was then handpicked to help jumpstart and run Johnson Carlier, A Big D family of companies, located out of Tempe, Arizona. During his time at Johnson Carlier Tyler has combined his knowledge of church and state to construct, Moses Lake Washington and Willamette Oregon Temples, Amazon Pill Pak, car dealerships, Mohave County Courthouse, and several other successful projects. Building over 7 temples and 75+ Chapels Tyler’s dedication and hard work ethic made him the successful man that we have been privileged to know and care for. Tyler demanded respect and believed in people more than they believed in themselves.

Tyler’s legacy doesn’t stop at thirty-five years in the construction business, he was an adoring husband, father, grandfather, and mentor. In February of 2002, Tyler met his soulmate Dannielle and they were married and sealed for time and all eternity on the 16th of November 2002, in the Mount Timpanogos Temple. They have three beautiful children Ambria, Suaden, and Sierra who were raised and taught to be just as strong and dedicated as their parents. Tyler has always honored his wife by treating her with love, respect, adoration, and reverence. He cherished her, kept her safe, and out of harm’s way. He also knew how to be an amazing father. Raising his kids to love and respect others and to think for themselves. To stand for something. To help their fellow man. To always keep their options open. Although he was a man of few words, whenever he spoke, everyone always learned something new.

Tyler’s memory will not just live on with his family, it will live on in every building, life, and soul he has touched and made an impact on…

Tyler was preceded in death by his father Jay D. Wilson.

Tyler is survived by his beautiful wife, Dannielle. His fantastic children; Ambria Beal (Miguel), Suaden Rowland, Sierra-Ashley Wilson (Brennan). Cherished grandchildren; Brielle, Owen, Oliver, and Ophélie Beal. Mother: Jamar Allen Wilson. Siblings: Lane Wilson (Beverly), Vernarr Wilson (Anita), Colette Lloyd (Wally), Bart Wilson (Karla), Blythe Lee (Carl Cucco), Joyce Smith (Donal), Tricia Morrison (Troy), Levi Wilson (Carolina), Cherie Lewis (Scott).

Funeral Services are as follows;

Viewing, December 3rd from 5-8 pm.

Funeral, December 4th from 10-11:30 am.

Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints -2424 N. Old Gilbert Road. Mesa, AZ 85213

Following the Funeral Services, the cemetery interment will be located at Gilbert Memorial Park -2100 E Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Friends, family, and colleagues are welcome to come and support the family and pay their respects.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the “Tyler D. Wilson Family Memorial Fund” through the Wells Fargo Bank. Donations can be deposited in the bank or through Zelle using the email address: twilsonmemorial@gmail.com.

Please note making donations inside the bank, the account name is “Tyler D. Wilson Family Memorial Fund” and will not be available until Tuesday, November 30th, 2021.

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.

Joseph J Nehra Jr., 80, of Arizona formerly Michigan, passed away November 19,2021.
Joe was the most loving, thoughtful, kind and generous father, companion and friend to all that knew him. He and the love of his life, Faye, enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. We miss him dearly but he will always be in our hearts and memories.

Surviving are the love of his life Faye, his daughter Sheri (Harry) , Son Joseph (Patti), grandchildren Samantha and Alex, sister Grace (Ray) , Gayle (Glen) and many nieces and nephews. Donations may be made to the Veterans.

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.

Patsy Jo (PJ or Gypsy) Widdows Keenan, age 83 of Carbondale, Illinois passed away on November 20, 2021 in her adopted home of Mesa, Arizona. Her physical presence will be missed, but her spirit lives on through her family and friends.

She was born in Carbondale, Illinois on June 22 (or 23), 1939, but lived most of her adult life in the Phoenix, Arizona area. During her lifetime she wore many different hats as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. During her life, she was owner of a ceramic studio, a travel agency and a real estate office. She loved to travel the many places around the world, but kept a special place in her heart for New Orleans. While a woman of many talents, her special talents centered around ceramics, painting, sewing and gardening.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mildred Weaver and Joseph Widdows. PJ leaves behind two brothers Warner Widdows and Michael Widdows. She also leaves three children, 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. They are Angela Fassett (husband Tom and children Christopher and Margret), Gregory Wells (wife Ruthy and children Joseph, Phillip, Thomas and Patricia) and Randall Wells (wife Crystal and children Ezra, Kathleen, Jacob and Sarah). Finally, she leaves behind her good friend and adventurer in arms, Kathy Scheib.

Family and friends will meet after the new year (2022) for a celebration of her life and remembrance lunch. Details will be provided separately.

In lieu of flowers or food, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association at Act.alz.org or at 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601

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.

Shirley Burrows Hurst, a resident of Mesa, AZ passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021. She was born on August 25, 1924, in Huntsville, Utah, to parents Orvetta Johansen and George Henry Burrows. She graduated from Weber High School, attended Weber College, and the University of Utah where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education with a double minor in Dance and Health.

Shirley was a talented musician and dancer. She received a Music Scholarship to Weber College. She played instruments in band and orchestra, sang in the Musettes and other musical groups, and accompanied some groups on the piano. She also taught dance for six years at the Reed School of Dance in Ogden. She entered and won the Miss Ogden beauty pageant on September 1, 1944. She also taught piano lessons after marriage.

Shirley married Stanley Reid Hurst in the Salt Lake Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on August 23, 1946. Shirley was an incredible mother and managed an efficient household. She and Stanley provided a warm and loving home environment and opportunities for their children to experience music, dance, sports, and travel.

Shirley was a life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many capacities, including Relief Society President, Stake Relief Society Music Director, Choir Director, Pianist, Organist and Teacher in many organizations. She was known for her dependability and compassion. When she saw a need she reached out to help. Serving her family and others came naturally to her. She also had a talent for Indexing, and was an indexing reviewer for Family Search, indexing over 89,000 records. In 2007, Shirley and her husband Stanley served a church mission in the Illinois Nauvoo Temple Mission. She served 26 years as a Temple Ordinance Worker.

Shirley is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Stanley Reid Hurst, her parents, her sister Cleo Burrows Mason, her brother Preston Henry Burrows, and grandson Joshua Harrison.

Shirley and Stanley are the parents of 5 children: Robin Harrison (Eric), Debra Loftus (Larry), Guy Henry Hurst (Corinne), Mark Burrows Hurst (Sonya), Mara Behrmann (Lawrence); 20 Grandchildren, and 49 Great-Grandchildren.

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.