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Mary Faith Enloe, 83, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona.  She was born to David and Alice Vinzant in El Centro, California on June 21, 1938.

Mary is survived by Howard Enloe, her husband of 65 years, and their three daughters; Joyce Van Houten, Elizabeth Grant, and Becky Harper.

Mary was blessed with 8 grandchildren; Rachele Grant Crane, Lyndall Van Houten, Damon Grant, Matthew Van Houten, Samantha Harper, Andrea Harper, Heidi Harper and Lance Harper. Mary is also survived by 8 great grandchildren and a host of faithful friends.

All who knew Mary are aware that she valued her relationship with her Heavenly Father and that she loved the Kingdom of God.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday July 10, 2021 at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201, with a visitation beginning at 8:30 a.m., 90 minutes prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please visit www.bunkerfuneral.com

Ren Waters, 64 passed away on July 2, 2021 after a long battle from cancer.  He was born in Idaho Falls, Idaho but grew up in Helena Montana and enjoyed a wonderful childhood there.  After graduating from University of Texas at Dallas he enjoyed a successful business career focusing in the franchise industry.  He was a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and a devoted husband to Michelle and father to 4 wonderful children, Chase (Bethany), Hunter, Lauren, and Dylan and Grandfather to Oakely, Beckett, Nixon and Scottie.  Ren is known for his love of motorcycles and spent over 20 years taking an annual ride with his sons and friends.  He will truly be missed by his family, friends and all those whose life he touched.  Funeral services are Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 12 PM at the LDS Chapel 3920 E Brown Road, Mesa AZ 85205. Graveside Services at Alpine Cemetery in Alpine Utah on Monday July 12th at 11 am.   Funeral services are being provided by Bunker’s University Chapel 3529 E University Drive Mesa 85205 and Utah Valley Mortuary,  Lindon, UT 84042

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Frederick R. Henderson, 81, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona.

He was born in Buffalo, New York on May 8, 1940 to Fredrick W. and Lillian A. Henderson.

He graduated from Hamburg High School and Simmons School of Embalming and Mortuary Science in Syracuse New York. He served his apprenticeship at Amigone Funeral Homes in Buffalo.

After fulfilling his military obligation to the United States Army, he returned to Amigone and was employed there for ten years.

During that time, he married his high school sweetheart, Judith Koch. They had 2 sons and 1 daughter.

In 1969 the family moved to California where Fred was employed by Riker Labs, a division of 3M. Co. as a pharmaceutical salesman.

In 1971 he returned to funeral service at Melcher’s Mortuary in Mesa, Arizona. He eventually built his own funeral home, Henderson’s Colonial Chapel, now Bunker’s University Chapel.

Fred was employed at various funeral homes during his long career. Including Bunker’s, Mountain View Memorial Gardens, and Queen of Heaven. He retired at age 73.

He was active in the community. He was Past President and Kiwanian of the year of Mesa Kiwanis. In 1982, then Gov. Bruce Babbit appointed Fred to The Board of Funeral Directors for two terms.

He is survived by his wife, Judy; 2 sons, Tim and his wife Liz; Jeff and his wife Marybeth and 1 daughter Amy Henderson; granddaughter, Breanna Voss and her husband, Billy. Grandson, Jackson Dotson Henderson. 3 nephews, Scott (Kim), Christian, Todd (Wende) Henderson. 1 niece, Melinda Barone Weisloe; 3 honorary nieces, Theresa Matubleski, Jennifer Russell and Heather Lauria. Also 2 cousins, Sheri Jo Rogers and her husband Leonard; Marykaye McCann and her husband Mike.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 6, 2021 with visitation at 10:00 a.m. in Bunker’s University Chapel 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, Arizona.

Ernest Hunter Moore, III, passed into rest on June 29, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona.  Ernest was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Ernest Hunter Moore, Jr. and Bonnie Virginia Whitlock on March 2, 1951.  The family moved to Las Vegas, Nevada to start a business where he met his sweetheart, Lana Day.  They were married August 18, 1972 and were blessed with four children.  Ernie enjoyed a very happy life filled with family, faith and friends.  He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, shooting, camping and scouting.  He was a superfan and enjoyed attending his children and grandchildren’s sports and fine arts presentations.  Ernie’s life’s work was mostly centered around the foodservice industry.  He sold food and new and used restaurant equipment and retired from his own new and used restaurant equipment company, Moore Sales in 2016.

Ernie is survived by his wife of 49 years, Lana, his children Hunter Moore, Nathan Moore, Meredith Brook and Kyle Moore.  He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Moore Krietzburg and his grandchildren Mariah Moore Flake, Amber Moore, Cody Moore, Sterling Moore, Sabrie Moore, Cyrus Moore, Teigin Moore, Lana Brook and Jaynee Brook.

Funeral services are Wednesday, July 7, at 10 am at the LDS Church, 1911 N. 24th Street, Mesa, AZ, 85213.  Visitation will be held at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa, AZ on Tuesday, July 6, from 6-8 pm in addition to Wednesday morning from 9-9:45 am at the church before the services.  In lieu of flowers donations to Pacific Coast Hospice, 2919 S. Ellsworth Road, Mesa, AZ, 85212 are recommended.

Dean Kent Sellers was born on April 4, 1947 in Mesa, Arizona to Ila Mae Hill and Charles Sumner Sellers. His siblings, Charlie, Bob and Shari were thrilled to welcome their new baby brother into their family. As a fifth generation Arizonan he was very proud of his pioneer heritage, and loved going to his Grandma and Grandpa Hill’s home each Sunday evening to see his aunts, uncles and cousins. Sadly for Dean and his whole family, he lost his father at the tender age of only 8 years old.  He helped care for his sweet mom throughout the remainder of her life. 

Dean grew up with a love of sports and especially enjoyed wrestling and playing football at Mesa High School and later at Mesa Community College. He was excited to accept his call to serve a full-time mission to the Eastern States for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a powerful missionary with a deep testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and a love for all people, and continued to share his testimony throughout his entire life. 

Upon returning from his mission, he immediately noticed a beautiful brunette in the Mesa 3rd  Ward. It wasn’t long before he was sealed to his eternal companion, Patricia Sue Watts in the Mesa, Arizona Temple on September 1, 1970.  He was a loving, devoted husband to Patricia and felt blessed to be the father to his eight wonderful children… Susan, Kristin, Dean, Jared, Brad, Tiffany, Elizabeth and Rebecca.  He loved his sons and daughters-in-law as if they were his own. He was proud to be the grandpa to 34 grandchildren and four great-granddaughters.  He loved cheering on his children and grandchildren at their sporting events, and his strong, robust voice was unforgettable by all! 

His love for his country led him to enlist in the United States Army Reserves Medical Unit. Years later, with a great interest in local, state and national politics, he had a desire to serve his country, and ran for the United States Senate in 1982 and then other positions. 

Dean loved the beauty of the mountains and family vacations to our ranches in Alpine, Arizona and Hannigan’s Meadow in the White Mountains of Northeastern Arizona. He was a true cowboy, and you would always find him wearing his signature boots, turquoise belt buckle and Wranglers. His love for the outdoors led him to work professionally in land development, selling cattle ranches and real estate. He was a broker for 48 years. 

Dean took a genuine interest in those around him and made it a priority to serve and give as often as he could. He was always fun to be around since he was full of life and had such a great sense of humor. One of his distinctive characteristics was his strong, “powerhouse” handshake. 

Dean passed on his legacy of love for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He always shared his strong love for his Heavenly Father and Savior, and he lived his testimony through word and action until the end. He loved people and made friends wherever he went. He loved taking his darling family on surprise trips and outings to Disneyland, the cabin or the beach. 

Our hearts feel broken by the passing of our beloved husband, dad, and grandpa. We are comforted by the knowledge that he is now reunited with his dear mom, dad, brothers and many other loved ones that preceded him in death. Very unexpectedly, he started having complications and was admitted to the Banner Heart Hospital. It was there that on Sunday, June 27, 2021 he slipped into eternity. Oh how we miss him!

We will be honoring him at a funeral service at the LDS Stake Center located at 3307 S. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, AZ on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 11:00 am. A viewing will be held at 10:00 am. A live broadcast may be viewed at the following website: https://tinyurl.com/48kc77pw

Dean and Patricia are grateful for all your dear friendships through the years. 

Joseph John Decker Jr. passed away on June 18, 2021 in Phoenix, AZ.  The world lost a great man, brother, father, uncle, cousin, and son at the age of 50. His journey in this world has ended and he starts his next chapter in the afterlife.

Joe was preceded in death by his younger brother Jordan and is survived by his two sons Marshall and Colin (CJ), daughter Kelly Ustler, parents Joe and Jean, and siblings Debbi, Jared, Jason, and Dennise.

Joe loved life, especially playing at the dunes, going on fishing trips, scuba diving, vacations with his boys and spending time in Rocky Point, Mexico with his friends and family. His love for snacks, ketchup, sweets and his dog Gringo will always remind us of Joe.  All will miss him so much and cherish the good times we had with him.

Funeral services will be held this Friday the 25th of June at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 Viewing will start at 11am and Services at 12. All are welcome to come. Graveside services will be in the Heber Cemetery on Sat. June 26th at 10am.

Frederick Rodney Henderson passed away on June 21, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona.

Services will be held Friday, August 6, 2021 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa.

On June 9, 2021, Ruben Alvillar departed from this life to be with the Lord. Ruben was born on Saturday, January 28, 1950 in Phoenix, AZ at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was the third child of Luis Jaquez Alvillar and Elvira Castillo Alvillar. He lived in Phoenix most of his life until he moved to Michigan with his parents his senior year of high school; he quickly moved back to Phoenix and graduated from Carl Hayden High School in 1968.

In 1969, Ruben enlisted in the United States Army and began flight school at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He got his wings on April 6, 1971 under the commanding officer for 63D company, Major Samuel C. Allison. He was stationed in Vietnam for 2 years where he flew Huey Helicopters. Ruben joined the Arizona Army National Guard in 1973. He finally retired as a chief warrant officer IV in 1990.

He also began working for the City of Phoenix Fire Department in 1973 and worked his way up to Captain. He received his Bachelors of Science in Business at Arizona State University. He worked at Mesa Community College working on computer programming for JAVA and ORACLE software.

In his 50s, Ruben was baptized in Jesus’ Name. He volunteered his time working on the computers and tech team at Morning Star Apostolic Church in Gilbert, AZ.

Ruben married Patricia Ann Hryniw, on December 12, 1998 at the Wright House in Mesa, AZ by Pastors Loron and Bertha Cook.

In his spare time, Ruben enjoyed playing handball and taking weekend trips on his motorcycles. often to Mammoth, AZ to visit his father. He also traveled both nationally and internationally.

His life will forever be cherished in the lives of his three children: Ryan Richard Alvillar, Shaun Ruben Alvillar, and Brea Marie J. Montiel, along with his eleven grandchildren.

“He fought the good fight, He finished the race, and he kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7

Michael Anthony Rios, 55, was born in Phoenix, Arizona on June 22, 1965, to Loyola “Ola” Marie Rios. He passed away peacefully in Hospice of the Valley’s Ryan House on June 16, 2021, at 1:00 am after being diagnosed with liver cancer on May 1, 2021.

Michael is survived by his children, whom he loved more than life itself, Sheldon (Yvonne), Loyola, Valentino, Brandy (Joe) and Anthony, and the grandchildren he adored: Jeremiah, Michael, Giovanni “Gio”, London, Paris, Mila “Lola” and Jordan, as well as his oldest brother, Celestino “Boy” (Linda), his niece Rhapsody (Nick & son Zeke), whom he lived with, his lifelong best friends, Mario & Freddy, and many, many other beloved nieces, nephews and family and friends.

He was greeted on the other side by his mother, Ola, grandmother, Fannie Moreno, four siblings, Ann “Willow” Booras, Eugene “Bronco” Moreno, Rose “Gerchie” Vincent, and Maria “Bebee” Rios and many other family & friends who left this world before him.

Michael grew up in Phoenix in the Marcos de Niza housing projects and he loved to talk of all the crazy times he had with the friends he made there. He attended Lowell Elementary School and Phoenix Union High School.

Michael worked for many years at La Canasta Mexican Food Products in many roles and was proud of his time there. He especially loved to talk about having a small role in the preparation for the Presidential Visit to the factory by President Clinton in 1999. It was a highlight of his working life. He remained in the food production industry for years and worked for other companies as well.

Michael truly loved spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. He loved to watch his grandkids play and enjoyed laughing & joking with them. He enjoyed any time he was with his kids and their families and looked forward to his regular phone calls with his daughters & daughter-in-law. He was so proud of them all and the people/parents they have become.

After he could no longer work, he found a hobby that he loved. He began to work with wood and loved refinishing old items and making them new again. He enjoyed being in the workshop, listening to his music and creating. He was always trying new techniques and would surprise himself with the end results. Although Michael did not officially belong to a parish, he was proud to say he was Catholic and would attend Mass with his niece, Rhapsody, and her family. He especially loved to attend Mass at the Chapel in the Banner Good Sam Hospital as it was an intimate Mass, and he enjoyed the priest.

“Uncle”, as he was loving called by his nieces and nephews and their friends, found that he truly loved to help others. He would help anyone who needed it – he helped people pack moving trucks, hang Christmas lights or any other task that needed to be done. He especially enjoyed handing out bags of goodies to the homeless this last Christmas.

Michael / “Uncle” had an infectious laugh, and his silly smile would always bring a smile to everyone’s face. He will be greatly missed by so many.

A Visitation with a closed casket and Rosary will be held on Friday, June 25, 2021, from 5pm – 7pm at Bunker Family Funeral Home (Rosary at 5:30pm) at 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 and a Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021, at 11:00am at St. Peter’s Indian Mission at 1500 N. St. Peter Road, Bapchule, AZ 85121. A private burial will take place later.

Sally Sessions, 81, of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by family on June 13, 2021, due to complications from COVID-19. Although she will be missed, we know she is enjoying a heavenly reunion with her husband, sisters, parents, and beloved friends.

Sally was born on October 14, 1939 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Ralph Huber and Mary Elizabeth Beesley Huber. She graduated from High Point HS in Beltsville, Maryland and attended Utah State University where she earned a BS in Physical Education.

While attending college in Logan, Utah she met Vernal C. Sessions on a blind date. On December 22, 1960, the couple married in the SLC Temple. After graduation, they moved to Arizona where they lived for the next 54 years. In Fort Huachuca she worked as a P.E. teacher at Buena HS. They raised their family in Phoenix and Mesa.

Sally was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various church callings throughout her life. She was a skilled homemaker and an exceptional cook. She enjoyed tending to her beautiful flower gardens and adored her many pets. Most importantly, she was a selfless example to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and loved spoiling each of them. She spent her life continuously serving others and was a perfect example of Christlike love.

Sally is survived by her 4 siblings: Becky, Trisha, Lowell, and Lisa. She is also survived by her four children: Dean (Danette) Sessions, Mark (Janet) Sessions, Jill (Richard) Woolf, and Lee Sessions. Her 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren will always have fond memories of their Grandma. She is preceded in death by her husband Vernal Sessions, parents Ralph and Mary Elizabeth Huber, and her two sisters— Sharon Carter and Mary Loosle.

Services will be held in Sally’s honor on June 29, 2021 at 11am, preceded by a visitation at 10am at the LDS Stake Center, 1550 N Val Vista Dr 85213. Interment at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

Margarita nació en México Distrito Federal, en Agosto 22 de 1942 a sus padres Mauro Martinez-Velazco y Beatriz Reynoso y fue una de 12 hermanos.

Le sobreviven sus hijos Gabriel, Oscar, Juan (Ernie), Oracio, y su hija Jasmin. Ademas sus nietos Crystal, Yelena, Steven, Christina, Martin, Rafael, Bridget, Arabella, Adrianna, y Brandon. Aparte, sus bisnietos, Sophia, Dominic, Sophia Joanne, Jax, Remusis Bendito y Ozerah Tadeo.

A Margarita le gustaba coleccionar elefantes y le gustaban los girasoles. Se entretenía haciendo manualidades y leyendo. Le gustaba ver películas de espanto y clásicas. Además tenía la habilidad de coser.

Además ¡Su arroz es el mejor!

Su partida fue el 13 de Junio del 2021. Al lado estaban sus hijos, (como cuando eran jóvenes y entraban todos al mismo tiempo a platicar con ella).

Sus hijos son su victoria

Margarita Zuñiga

Margarita was born in Mexico City, on August 22, 1942 to her parents Mauro Martinez-Velazco and Beatriz Reynoso and she was one of 12 siblings.

She is survived by her sons Gabriel, Oscar, Juan (Ernie), Oracio, and her daughter Jasmin. In addition to her grandchildren Crystal, Yelena, Steven, Christina, Martin, Rafael, Bridget, Arabella, Adrianna, and Brandon. Aa well asher great-grandchildren, Sophia, Dominic, Sophia Joanne, Jax, Remusis Bendito, and Ozerah Tadeo.

Margarita liked to collect elephants and loved sunflowers. She entertained herself by doing crafts and reading, she also liked to watch horror and classical movies . She also had the ability to sew.

Also, her rice is the best!

Her departure was on June 13, 2021. Her children were by her side, as they were  when they were young (and they would all enter her room at the same time to talk with her).

Her victory, were her 5 children.

Nancy Sue Martin passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, while in the care of Hospice of the Valley. She fought a valiant four-year battle with cancer.

Nancy was born March 1, 1942 to Willard and Martha Day in Hartford City, IN. Moving to Mesa, Arizona in 1947, Nancy never forgot her Indiana roots or lost her Hoosier “twang”. Graduating from the “old” Mesa High in 1960, she attended and completed her education at Arizona State University followed by a 30-year teaching career at Scottsdale and Chaparral High School. Nancy and her husband spent many summers touring many states and landmarks in their motor home. Upon retirement they moved to Bend, OR where they spent 20+ years.

While in Bend, Nancy became affiliated with the Assistance League of Bend serving in many positions and eventually becoming President. She continued to serve as a national committee member.

In 2014 Nancy moved back to Mesa where she and her sister “Trish” enjoyed the last seven years together. Neither could have been happier with the arrangement. While only back in “Jackrabbit” country a short time she enjoyed the class of 1960 high school monthly luncheons. She became a member of PEO chapter Z and looked forward to Thursday bridge as well as the annual PEO marathon bridge group.

Nancy is predeceased by her parents and her loving husband, Willie C. [Bill] Martin. Surviving is son, Christopher Wayne Hall [Kirsten], grandsons Garrett and Kyle, her sister Patricia Stabler and nephews Tom, Darren and Brian.

Nancy had a special quality that made everyone who met her want to be her friend … and she was. She leaves many friends in Bend, Mesa, and RVers around the country who remember her fondly.

Nancy’s cremated remains will be forever in Eaton, IN next to her parents.

Godspeed, Nancy, until we meet again.

Lane Stanton, 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, June 14, 2021 in Gilbert, AZ. Lane was born to Joseph and Mary Louise (Hennen) Bryant in the Republic of Panama on June 28, 1929. She and her sister, Val, spent their childhood in Balboa, Panama where her father and uncle worked on the Panama Canal. Her maternal grandmother, Mary Hennen, and her Aunt Pat lived nearby with her Uncle Dude. Many vacations were spent at her extended family’s home in Sea Girt, New Jersey where she had many fond childhood memories of climbing trees, collecting seashells on the beach and jumping waves in the ocean. When she was a teenager her family moved permanently to Stockton, California. After high school Lane went on to attend Stanford University in Palo Alto, California and receive her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. While attending Stanford, Lane met a young Naval seaman, Harry Stanton; they were married in May 1953. Lane and Harry were happily married for 62 years. They spent the first 19 years of their marriage in Michigan, before moving to Arizona in 1972, together they reared 4 children. Lane loved spending time with children. Before her own children were born she worked for Children’s Welfare Social Services in Detroit and later in life she enjoyed working at Early Years Montessori preschool. After she and Harry retired and moved to Flagstaff, they would still drive weekly to Phoenix Children’s Hospital to spend the day volunteering.

Her family was Lane’s greatest joy and her role as a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was the one she cherished most. Lane is preceded in death by her husband, Harry, son, David and granddaughter, Virginia. She leaves behind her sister, Valeria Bell,; 3 children, Robin Stanton, Kathi Olmstead (Mark) and Tim Stanton; 10 grandchildren, Joseph, Lewis and Kyle Stanton, Stephen (Celeste) and Andrew (Natalie) Olmstead, Katy (Matt) and Hope Stanton, and Paul, Jamie and Titus Stanton; and 7 great grandchildren, Asher, Aria, Eden, Jordyn, Abel, Andrew Jr. and Miles. A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, June 22 at 6:00p at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ. In lieu of flowers donations to Phoenix Children’s Hospital (https://phoenixchildrens.org/ways-help/make-donation) are suggested.

Mason Alexander Rugel, 17, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mason led a very happy life full of adventures with his family and friends. He loved his family and friends dearly. He loved going to Hawaii with his family and visiting the beaches in California. He loved playing X-box, drinking Dr. Pepper and his dog Rocky. He enjoyed spending time with his closest friends and just simply hanging out playing video games.

Mason is a recent graduate of Dobson High School. He is survived by his parents, George and LeeAnne Rugel, sister Meghan Rugel; grandmother Carol Rugel (John Rugel, deceased); grandparents Norm and Katie Peercy, grandparents Bob and Diane Arrigan; including great aunt, Connie Macy, aunts and uncles, Noel Peercy, Cat (Dave) Thomas, John (Susan) Rugel, Larry (Maryann) Rugel, Rob (Laura) Rugel, Dana (Roberto) Alvarado, Dorothy (Tim) Wolden, Kolleen (Matt) Trigg and many cousins, extended family, and lifetime friends.

Mason is forever loved and will be dearly missed. Services will be Saturday, 6/19/2021 from 11am-1pm at Bunker Family Funeral Home, garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. For more information, please visit www.bunkerfuneral.com.

Maria passed away peacefully on June 4, 2021 In Chandler AZ

Her life’s work was in various positions most notably in Reflexology.  She was also a telemarketer.

Maria is survived by her children Richard Sermeno, Raquel Winters, Brianna Pierce, Savannah Pierce, and  10 ten grandchildren.  She also has many cousins, friends who loved her dearly.   Her legacy will continue through all her grandchildren.

She loved helping care for her grandchildren, riding her bike and sometimes the casinos.

Our Maria will be sorely missed by all who loved her.

Frederick Alan Willyerd

October 16, 1948 – June 8, 2021

On June 8, 2021, Frederick Alan Willyerd decided to go for an extended visit to his father and first born daughter, Keri Linn Willyerd. He died at his home in Mesa, Arizona with his family and friends around him.

He was born on October 16, 1948 to Frederick Archibald Willyerd and Joyce Lucille Sorensen in Douglas, Arizona. Though his mother had hoped for a little girl, she took her brand new baby boy home in a shoebox.

Growing up in San Mateo, California, Fred graduated from high school in 1967. Then he attended the College of San Mateo for a short period before serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Northern States Mission. He served faithfully for 2 years. After returning home he attended Brigham Young University.

At Brigham Young University he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Youth Leadership with an emphasis on Scouting. During his college years, he met his sweetheart, Nancy Darlene Smith and married her in the Salt Lake Temple on August 24, 1973.

Together for 47 years, they raised four children: Stephen Pereira, F. Anthony Willyerd, Jonathan Willyerd and Crystal Willyerd Dalene. Fred and Nancy kindly opened their home to other children as well, including their two oldest grandchildren Preston and Greg Pereira. During his lifetime, Fred welcomed 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

To support his family, Fred took his degree from BYU and started a career with the Boy Scouts of America. He loved helping young men at Summer camp, and brought his family along nearly every year. After 11 years in Scouting, Fred and Nancy took their family to Arizona where he changed  his career to Juvenile Probation Officer for Maricopa County. He retired from Juvenile Probation after 26 years.

Fred earned the rank of First Class in the Scouting program; and he encouraged every young man he could, including his own sons, to earn their Eagle Scout.

Throughout his short 72 years on Earth, Fred showed his love for the Gospel of Jesus Christ as he taught his children. During his career, Fred served a mission with the Arizona Mesa Mission. After retirement he served two more missions with the Record Operation Center for FamilySearch. He frequently showed his Christlike love to all he met. As we remember Fred, let us honor him by following his example and loving one another.

To honor his life a viewing will be held at the Bunker Family Funeral and Cremations, University Chapel on Wednesday June 16, from 6-8pm. The funeral will be held at 10am on Thursday June 17, at 2228 East Brown Road in Mesa, Arizona with a short viewing before that at 9am. Those unable to attend the funeral may watch it live through the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iGxwVwzfgI