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Beloved son of Frederick J. and Dona J. Megna, proclaim in loving memory of Daniel (Danny) F. Megna born November 26, 1985 in Worcester MA, died July 13, 2021 in Phoenix, AZ. He was survived by his wife Tiffany Kroll of Gilbert AZ, parents Frederick J. and stepmother Jacqueline A. Megna of Chandler AZ, siblings, Michele E. Robinson of Mesa AZ and Rebekah L. Megna of San Tan Valley AZ, stepsiblings Ashley L. Figueroa of Gilbert, AZ and Travis M. Jerkins of Mesa, AZ.

Danny was loved and idolized by his nieces, family and friends, a wonderful friend and leader to everybody he met. He was a protector of his sisters from the very beginning. He had the ability to have strangers instantly fall in love with him. Growing up in Mesa, AZ he loved to build and ride new bikes and work on anything with an engine. He had a love for music, clothes, and tattoos that he shared and valued with his wife.

A viewing will be held on Sunday July 25 at 10 am and a memorial at 11am led by Julie Mattila at Bunker’s University Chapel 3529 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85213. Followed by food and fellowship at his parent’s home at 5234 W Boston Way S Chandler, AZ 85226.

John 14:1-4 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. My father’s house has many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.”

Carol J. Hanson was born April 18, 1949 to Leonard and Hazel Nelson in Martin, SD. She passed away at the age of 72 on July 2, 2021 in Mesa, AZ. Carol spent much of her childhood in Custer, SD with her sisters. On October 15, 1966, she married Harry Hanson. In addition to raising her three children, Carol also helped build a successful furniture business in Wyoming and a catering business serving construction workers in the Phoenix area. During retirement she enjoyed traveling and camping with family and friends. Carol will always be remembered for having an ear to talk to and the love she had for her family.

Carol leaves behind her daughters Roxann Tong and husband Terrence of Gilbert, AZ, Michelle Hanson of Mesa, AZ; son Shawn Hanson of Glendale, AZ; grandsons Joshua Reinhold, Kolton Reinhold, and Cody Hanson; granddaughters Grace Tong and Joyce Tong; great-granddaughters Zariah and Brooklyn; sisters Judith Koger and Delores Tisler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Hazel Nelson.

W. Bradford Perkinson, 1932-2021

William Bradford (Brad) Perkinson, 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Mesa, Arizona, on Thursday, July 15, 2021, surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Brad was born in Onarga, Illinois, on August 13, 1932, to Pearl Colebank and William Robert Perkinson.  His family owned and farmed land in Goodland, Indiana, and Onarga, Illinois, where he grew up learning how to work hard and become self-reliant.  The lessons Brad learned, and the characteristics developed, during his early years prepared him to become a successful husband, father, businessman and disciple of Jesus Christ throughout his life. During the Korean War, Brad served in the United States Army and was stationed in Sapporo, Japan.  Following his military service, Brad graduated from Arizona State College (ASU) in 1957, where he met his true love Pauline (Pauli) Udall.

Brad worked in the Financial and Insurance Services industry until 1972, when he purchased an engineering photography and printing business with his brother, Bob Perkinson. He worked the rest of his career in the printing and graphics industry, owning businesses in Phoenix, Arizona, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brad loved to work. Even more, he loved teaching his children and grandchildren the value of work.

Brad and Pauli celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary on June 28, 2021. Before marrying Pauli, Brad joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. One year later they were sealed in the Mesa Temple. Brad remained a faithful member of the Church throughout his life. Brad learned early in his life that when he was serving others, he was serving God. He served in many capacities in his community and in the Church, including twice as a Bishop. In 2001, Brad and Pauli served a mission for the Church in Washington, D.C.

Brad served for 25 years in various capacities in the Mesa Temple, including as a Sealer since 2001.  Words cannot describe the love and reverence Brad had for the ordinances and covenants taught in the Temple. One of Brad’s young granddaughters once said while passing the Temple, “That’s where my grandpa lives.”

Brad is preceded in death by his parents, Marilyn Perkinson (sister), Barbara Wilken (sister) and Bob Wilken (brother-in-law). Brad is survived by his eternal companion Pauli; seven married children John (Verna), Scott (Suzy), Lisa Blair (Wendell), Amy Kerr (Todd), David (Suzie), Jenet Knight (Greg), and Julia Williams (Todd); 40 grandchildren; and 71 great grandchildren (with another four on the way). Brad also is survived by his brother Bob Perkinson (Carolyn) and many extended family members.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 23, 2021, at 5-7 pm at the Citrus Heights Stake Center, located at 2549 N. 32^nd Street in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services will be held the following morning on Pioneer Day, July 24, 2021, at 9 am at the same location. The funeral service will also be broadcast via this Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/92312400900. Bunker Mortuary will assist the family with arrangements and services, for which the Perkinson Family is very grateful. The family also expresses special thanks to Hospice at Home of Arizona.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of Brad’s favorite charities, a few of which are listed below. Thank you for your love and support.

Wounded Warrior Project – https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/

American Indian Services – https://www.americanindianservices.org/

Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona – https://sharingds.org/

Phoenix Children’s Hospital – https://phoenixchildrens.org/

Helen’s Hope Chest – https://helenshopechest.org/

Link to watch the funeral: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/72843785766

Cindy Lee Ginos passed away peacefully at her home in Mesa, Az on July 12, 2021.  Cindy was born June 28, l957 in Phoenix, Az to Greg and Faye Doyle, the youngest of six children.  She grew up in Phoenix….part of a big, happy family filled with wonderful memories.

Cindy and her beloved husband, Robert (Bobby) Ginos were married December 8, 1984 in the Mesa Arizona Temple.  They shared 36 years together….full of adventure, ups and downs, lots of laughter and an abundance of love.

Cindy loved her family.  She and Bobby were blessed with two daughters and a bonus son and her world revolved around them.  There were family parties, hunting trips and time spent with dear friends.  Cindy’s talents blessed everyone and her creativity seemed endless….the gifts she gave were always unique and thoughtful.

Cindy’s health challenges made her who she was.  She was courageous, full of faith and lived life to the fullest.  Her happy nature lifted everyone she met and her life was full of service toward her family, her church and her friends.  We will miss her dearly.

Cindy is survived by her husband Bobby, daughters: Allison (Logan) Crouse, Cate (Brooks) Woodbury, son Pete (Stephanie) Phend, grandchildren: Parker, Porter, Emma, Leah, Mason, Max, Addison, Ivy, Henry and Sage, sisters: Kerry (Ken) Driggs, Vicki (Del) Mecham and Debbie (Bill) Ginos, sister-in-law Sharon (Larry) Nicholl and countless nieces and nephews who loved their Aunt Cindy.  Cindy is preceded in death by her mother, father, brother Greg and sister Janet.

Funeral services will be held Monday, July 19,2021, at 11:00 am at the LDS church building located at 10036 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ.   A visitation will be held at the church, one hour prior to the service.  The link to watch the funeral is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/72843785766. Interment will immediately follow at the Gilbert Memorial Park Cemetery, 2100 East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, Az. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Donate Life Arizona.

Virginia Mae Hanna 91, passed peacefully on Friday, May 21, 2021 in Chandler, AZ. She was born on October 21, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the oldest of 6 siblings. Phyliss, Lois, Karen, Linda, and Larry. She was raised in Thornton, Iowa. She married Richard Hanna on June 29, 1948 in Clear Lake, Iowa. They had 5 children, Barbara Elting, Diane Blumer, Teresa Meierotto, and Steve (Larane) Hanna.

1982 she reluctantly moved to Mesa, Arizona when Richard retired. They resided at Good Life Trailer Park within 6 months ended up falling in love with Arizona. Having many friends, cocktail hours, playing cards and going to the pool. Absolutely loved being a homemaker and taking care of others.

After her husband died in 1993, she continued going to dances and met her significant other Jim Woods. They continued dancing well into their 80’s. They were together for over 20 years.

Preceded in death by her husband Richard Hanna, sisters Lois Watton and Karen Strabley, brother Larry Jensen. Daughters Barbara Elting and Diane Blumer and her significant other Jim Woods.

She was survived by her daughter Teresa Meierotto and son, Steve (Larane) Hanna. 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 e. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Robbie Abaroa passed away peacefully in Gilbert AZ on July 11, 2021 just a few days after her 94th birthday on July 7. She was born Mildred Roberta Rowley to Clarence and Genevieve Rowley in 1927 in Kansas City, Kansas. Robbie led a very happy, active life painting Christmas ornaments, working in a tuna factory, performing as a sharpshooter for the San Diego Homeland Defense during WWII, laboring as a budget analyst for the Navy and the Marines, toiling as a small business owner, operating as a real estate agent and broker, and traveling the world. While at the same time, Robbie mothered seven children, 37 grandchildren, 73 great grandchildren (3 more coming soon), and 7 great-great grandchildren.

Robbie grew up in Kansas with her two brothers, Jimmy and George. She was the only girl in her neighborhood teaching her to be a rough and tough companion. In 1944, Robbie moved with her family to San Diego CA where she met her best friend, Vickie Abaroa Brionez. At the end of WWII, Vickie introduced Robbie to her brother, Ramon, who had been serving in the United States Army. They fell in love and married on July 31, 1946. After getting a business degree, Robbie began working for the US Government as a budget analyst for the Department of the Navy. At the same time, Ramon worked as a Naval Air Force mechanic. Robbie and Ramon chose to live in Lemon Grove CA where over the years they became parents of seven children: Eva Peterson (Richard); Susan Robinson (Greg); Steven Abaroa (DeeAnn); Karyn Bolton (Jim); Fred Abaroa (Polly); Michele Siufanua (Sam); Josie Paredes (Andrew). She also fostered five children from Costa Rica. 

While in Lemon Grove, still working for the Navy, she and Ramon became owners/managers of the Abaroa Egg Ranch. Many mornings she could be found delivering eggs to the elementary schools and restaurants in Lemon Grove. A few years before retiring from government work, she was transferred to the Marine Corp Recruiting Depot as the head budget analyst. She also attended real estate school so that upon her retirement and the selling of their egg ranch, she started Abaroa Realty which she did for many years thereafter. She was an active and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, fulfilling many, many callings and assignments in all organizations, as the wife of the presiding leader of the San Diego Spanish Branch and served in the San Diego Temple. Her testimony was always strong and steadfast.In 1999, her beloved “Babe” (Ramon) passed away after years of health challenges. She lovingly and selflessly cared for him along with his brother, Fred, who also suffered similar health challenges. She loved to travel, especially cruising, and visited many many states and countries. She and her dear friend, Donna Nance, could sport purple hats like no other while on their journeys. Even with her own health challenges, she smiled, served and shared her heart with others.

 She is survived by her children and her brother, George Rowley of San Diego CA.A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on 14439 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85297. She will be interred in Greenwood Mortuary of San Diego. Arrangements in Arizona are conducted by Bunker Family Funeral and Cremations.  The Services can be viewed using this link: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2K_lfLgCYHSDr0OP166NA

Carol Beckstrand Allen passed away peacefully at her home in Gilbert on July 10, 2021, just four days beyond her 88th birthday. Carol was born July 6, 1933 in St. Anthony, Idaho to Melvin H. and Virginia Hinckley Beckstrand. She spent her growing up years in Meadow, Provo and American Fork, Utah. She grew up with younger siblings: Helen, Harlo, Paul and Judy and a large extended family.

She met Merle M. Allen, Jr. at BYU and they were married August 16, 1954 in the Salt Lake Temple. Merle and Carol raised their 6 children in Scottsdale and Mesa, Arizona. Family life included: boating trips to Lake Powell, Lake Havasu, the lakes along the Salt River, also many annual beach trips to San Diego, CA and San Carlos, Mexico. Throughout her life she enjoyed serving in ward and stake callings and fully enjoyed living the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Her life was filled with service toward her family, her church and community. Carol was an exceptional quilter. She made over 100 quilts including one for each of her grandchildren at their high school graduation. Carol and Merle served 4 missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at BYU Hawaii, Provo Utah MTC, Hong Kong as the Asia Area-Humanitarian Leaders and Cove Fort Historical Site. They also represented BYU-Hawaii in Wuhan, China where they taught as exchange professors. Carol was a lifelong teacher. She was a volunteer tutor, taught English as a second language, and recently stated that no teaching opportunity gave her greater joy than her 7-year-old-primary class and helping the children prepare for baptism. She recently concluded her service as a primary teacher after five years.

Merle and Carol celebrated 67 years together. She was the love of his life. She will be greatly missed by her husband and six children: Leslie (Don) Patterson, Shauna (Fred) Mortensen, Denise (Curtis) Clifford, Colette (Kent) Hatfield, Mark (Audralyn) Allen and Brian (Jeannine) Allen, her 32 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 17, 2021, at 10:00 am at the Gilbert Val Vista Stake Center, 1005 N. Voyager Dr., Gilbert, AZ. A visitation will be held Friday, July 16, 2021, 6-8 pm at Bunker’s Funeral Home, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ and Saturday, July 17, 2021, 9-10 am at the Gilbert Val Vista Stake Center prior to the service. If remembrances other than flowers are desired, a donation to the Church Humanitarian Fund is suggested.

Connie Mae Huenergardt, went Home to be with Her Lord on July 3rd, 2021 (Age 74) after a battle with cancer. She was the first of seven children born from the marriage of George C. (Sr) and Caroline Perkins in Miami Arizona. She was the beloved Wife of the late William Huenergardt Jr. Connie is survived by her Mother, Caroline “Mama” and Sisters, Georgina Robinson (Manuel) and Mae Calamos (John). Connie was preceded in death by her Brother – Gary Perkins, Father- George Perkins Sr., Brother – George Perkins Jr., Sister – Carol Ann Perkins, Sister – Katherine Maldonado (Frank). Known as “Aunt Connie” by many, she loved and mentored numerous Nieces and Nephews (including Greats & Great-Greats) as well as many colleagues and friends.

In life Connie served as a project manager for numerous engineering firms, and more importantly as the Director of Property and Supply (Purchasing/Procurement) for the Gila River Indian Community. Connie was an enrolled Member of the Tribal Community. In retirement Connie assumed the most important roll of her life, that as the caregiver to her Mother. Connie bravely continued with her mission, even as She battled the cancer that ultimately claimed her life. Connie was a devout Christian who shared her Faith with everyone She met through her testimony, actions, and love. Aside from her immediate Family, she also leaves behind her Church Family at the First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes. All are invited to celebrate Connie’s life through the services listed above. God Bless You All.

Karen Christensen passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at the age of 73, in Mesa, Arizona. She was born November 9, 1947, to Grant and Aenone (Woolf) Christensen in Provo, Utah. Without the conveniences of modern  day technology, her birth took everyone by surprise because she was the second of unexpected twins. She was born 14 minutes after her older sister Kathryn (Kathy). Kathy would become her closest friend, and they were devoted sisters to one another her entire life. Soon after her birth, Karen, her two sisters, and mother moved to San Francisco, CA, to join her father who was beginning Dental School. After her father completed dental school, the family spent one snowy year back in Provo, UT, before she would arrive with her family on January 1, 1953, to the city she’d call home the remainder of her life – Mesa, AZ.

In Mesa, she graduated with Westwood High School’s inaugural class of 1965. Shortly thereafter, she left home to attend Brigham Young University where she graduated in May of 1969, with her degree in Elementary Education. Education was a guiding value within the Christensen home, and she would continue on to receive a Masters Degree in Education from Arizona State University and another in Library Science from Brigham Young University. Karen loved to learn and help others learn. She was a devoted educator spending more than 3 decades in the classroom or as a librarian.  Her career began at Hawthorne Elementary, however, most of her years were spent at Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary in Mesa, AZ, teaching many of the same children that lived in her neighborhood. Education also served as a blessing in Karen’s life because of the many friendships that were forged with teachers and parents.

Karen was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Karen was a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ who believed that serving others was to serve the Lord. She lived to serve those around her. She would take one of her nephews to and from work during his high school years. She took her nieces and nephews to dinner, ice cream, and often bought or sent them gifts. She provided rides to neighbors without transportation to doctor appointments. She loved to laugh with her friends and attend cultural events with them such as concerts and plays. Her most notable service in life, however, was to her beloved parents. After her mother broke her hip in May 2003, she would retire and almost never leave their side unless it was to sleep or run an errand – usually for them. She lived to take her mother wherever she wanted or needed to go such as countless hair appointments, mani-pedis, to get frozen custard, or go see their dear husband/father. Often while her parents were in assisted living, she would drop off treats for the entire assisted living home. At her mother’s assisted living home, she would deliver dinner for the entire home every Thursday to help the caretakers. After her mother passed away, she and her twin Kathy turned their attention to taking care of each other, and together they have served the people of their neighborhood and LDS ward.

Karen is survived by her sisters Kathy Christensen, Janice (Larry) Metcalf, Marilyn (Dennis) Ellsworth, 13 nieces and nephews, and 52 great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Berit (Frank) Purcell. There will be a viewing Monday evening, July 12th from 5-7 at Bunker Family Funerals, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. Services will be Tuesday, July 13th at the Mesa 25th Ward, 848 N. Westwood, 11:00 a.m., with a viewing from 10:00 – 10:45. Bunker Family Funerals is handling arrangements.

Linda Wilma Macrae Moss (78) passed away peacefully on June 25, 2021 in Mesa, AZ surrounded by family and friends.
She was born to Edna and Albert Macrae on July 12, 1942 in Batavia, NY.

Linda was an accomplished musician who studied music most of her life. She received her BS from Fredonia State University and then went on to study at the Academy of Fine Arts and Conservatory of Music in Antwerp, Belgium. Linda received her Masters at the Manhattan School of Music followed by postgraduate work at Julliard School, Columbia University and later received her Doctorate from the University of Phoenix.

Linda performed on the solo and chamber music circuit along the East Coast and in Europe. She taught music in the private setting as well as in the urban school setting for many years.

Linda was passionate about music, her family and her faith. She loved to learn about people and tried to connect in some way with everyone with whom she came into contact. She was fascinated by Genealogy and devoted much time to this.  She also loved to go out for meals with her husband, adored sweets, music, literature and travel.

She is survived by her loving husband, Gordon Moss, her children: Brian Davis and his wife, Chris Loebsack, Diana Davis, Colin Davis and his wife, Randi Davis, Amanda Davis, Anne Lake and her husband, Adlai Lake, Linda’s sister, Edith Forbes and husband Ed of Batavia, NY as well as their children Scott, Kelly and Chris. Linda’s step-Daughters include Michelle Moss Nani, and husband Robert Abramson, Nannette Moss Heise and husband Garnet Heise and Nicole Moss Underwood.

Linda is also survived by her 17 grandchildren whom she adored: Kevin Davis (17), Jenna Davis (16), Jared Davis (14), Alyssa Davis (9), Tanner Breen, (12), Hadley “Cricket” Breen (9), Cillian Lake (9), Charlie Lake (6), Everly Lake (4), AnaBelle Davis (11), Dominik Davis (9), Bentley Davis (7) Samantha Nani (24), Zyre Moss-Hoskins (25) , Khide Moss-Hoskins (22), Willow Heise-Thompson (7) and Kingston Underwood (12). Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Edna Macrae as well as her beloved son Derek Davis.

Celebration of Linda’s life will take place on what would be her 79^th birthday, Monday, July 12, 2021, at 3p at

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

2339 S. Crimson Road Mesa, AZ 85209

In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to:

Helping Hands for Single Moms

360 E. Coronado Road, Suite 150 Phoenix, AZ 85004

OR

Hospice of the Valley

1510 E. Flower Street Phoenix, AZ 85014

Our son, brother, dad, and friend Mark E Glover Jr. Passed away July 3, 2021, at Banner Desert Hospital in Mesa, Arizona. Mark was only 44 and leaves behind his four children, Garrett, Dylan (Jordyn), Brooklyn and Emalee. Mark Joins his youngest daughter, Kara, who passed in 2017. A lifelong mechanic, Mark could fix anything. He was a hard worker who sacrificed everything he had for his family and loved ones. Mark was born in Mesa, on November 6, 1976, to Mark and Ann glover. Mark is survived by siblings Eleanor Bachrach (David), Scott (Stacy) David (Kylie), Alicia Jackson (Adrian), Holly Terrell (Ray), Chris (Trista), and Ryan. Twenty nieces and nephews. We all loved Mark deeply and will miss him, until we meet again.

Richard G. Serrano, 77

Passed away July 1, 2021.

He was a loving husband to his wife of 53 years.

Richard worked 36 years for the City of Tempe and was also a member of a Mariachi band.

He is survived by his wife, Rachael, sister, Aurora Serrano and brother, Joe Serrano Jr. (Betty) and many nieces and nephews.

The viewing will be held Tuesday July 13, 2021 at Bunker Family Funerals, University Chapel: 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Mass will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at 10:00 AM at St. Bridget Catholic Church: 2213 N. Lindsay Rd., Mesa, Arizona.

Burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery: 1562 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa, Arizona.

Lucy Ellen Burris of Gilbert, Arizona, formerly of Naperville, Illinois and Mendota, Minnesota died July 06, 2021. Lucy was the eldest of eight children of Jesse V. Blake and Lucy Anne Robinette. Lucy Anne had contracted polio in 1944 and was partially paralyzed afterward. Lucy Ellen then became a replacement for her mother in caring for her seven siblings. From the time Lucy Ellen graduated from high school at the age of 16 until her marriage. She became the main financial support of  the entire family. On April 7th, 1966 in a blizzard, Lucy Ellen and Jack Arthur Burris were married by a Justice of the Peace in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Lucy is survived by her husband of 55 years, her daughter Heather Aileen Burris and son Jerome Andrew Burris. She also is survived by her three sisters, Mary Rita van Valkenburg, Dorothy Jane Ripley ( Doug) and Caroline Marie Germschied, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, David George Blake, Michael Jerome Blake, Joseph Charles Blake and Gerald Lee Blake. Interment will be in the Burris family plot in Iowa.

Larissa “Chic” Kathryn O’Toole, 23, left this earth on July 3^rd, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona.  Larissa was born to the late Scott Clouse and Mary Angela Clouse on October 3^rd, 1997 in Mesa, Arizona; the youngest of five children.  She was the beloved wife of Brian Patrick O’Toole of Gilbert, Arizona.

Larissa grew up in the home her father furnished when she was only 10 weeks old and was known by “Chic” to all her family and friends.  She attended Greenfield and Sonoma Ranch Elementary schools, Greenfield Junior High, and graduated from Gilbert High School in 2016 where she played badminton and violin in the Orchestra.  It was during high school that she met her husband, Brian.  They dated for over three years before getting engaged in November of 2017.  Chic and Brian were married in Gilbert, Arizona on February 17^th, 2018.  She went on to attend Chandler-Gilbert Community College where she received her associates degree in biology.

Those who knew Chic, knew how generous she was with her time for all her friends, family, and those in need.  She was a true animal lover with a special fondness for her two dogs Pippin and Moose who went on many adventures with her and Brian hiking and camping across Arizona.  Chic’s passion for animals extended to helping her father with the farm animals that included the care of chickens, goats, pigeons, quail, peacocks, and tortoises.  She followed her love in her occupation where she was employed at Puppies N’ Love at San Tan Mall caring for and training dogs.

Larissa especially enjoyed being outdoors and hunting with her dad and experienced many camping trips with her family in the White Mountains.  One of her favorite vacation spots was traveling to Rocky Point in Mexico enjoying time on the beach, eating fresh Mexican food, and playing games with family and friends.  She possessed a talent for art and loved to paint in her free time, complete 1000-piece puzzles, bake, and cultivate her plants.  The simplest pleasures in life brought joy to Larissa and she will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

Larissa is survived by her husband Brian, her mother Mary Angela Clouse, brothers: Dustin (Heather) Clouse, Weston (Darian) Clouse, sisters: Alicia (Brian) Durette, and Savanna Clouse, nieces: Kayla, Indy, Briar, Kenzie, Kara, Holly, Beck, nephew, Cooper, grandfather, Larry Clouse (Revis), grandmother, Mary Ann Wilkins, In-laws, David and Michelle O’Toole, sisters-in-law Xae and Mackenzie O’Toole, and many family members who loved her very much.  Larissa is preceded in death by her beloved father Scott Edward Clouse.

Larissa will be honored in a service held on Monday, July 12^th at 10:00 am at the Gilbert Arizona Stake Center, 777 East Elliot Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234.  Interment will immediately follow at Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Arizona Humane Society at azhumane.org.  Condolences may be expressed to the family at 9335 E Baseline Rd.  #1091 Mesa, AZ 85209

Billie Carl Lemings went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2021 in Mesa, AZ.  He was born to Carl and Edith Lemings in Monett, MO in 1933.  Billie led a fulfilled life that included service in the United States Air Force which he retired with honors.  Billie also had an outstanding career with the Mesa Unified School District where he was well known for his kind heart and willingness to serve.  He is survived by his wife Norma Lemings, his two sons Rick and John Lemings, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.  In lieu of flowers donations to Sunshine Acres are suggested.

Darla Ann Snyder, 81, was called to sing with the angels on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in her home in Mesa, Arizona. She led a very happy life, in her younger years she loved to travel, she loved singing, and spending time with her family telling stories of the past. She spent many years as a Title Officer.

Darla is survived by her sisters;  Dorothy Towhey, Lois Schneider (Lee), Brother; Herb Snyder (Leslie), Nieces; Leigh Ann Schneider, Lindsey Bannister (Jesse), Logan Smith (Parry), Kirsten Kelly (Martin), Tami Yip (Peter), Laurie Valvardy (Pat), Nephews; Steve Snyder (Kirsten), Michael Snyder, Bill Towhey (Patsie) and many great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Genevive Snyder and sister Chloe Snyder.

No public services will be held. The family will be holding a small celebration of life at a later date.