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Amy Lorraine Otto, age 52 of Apache Junction passed away on Tuesday June 8th, 2021. Amy spent the last couple of weeks being surrounded by love and family.

She was born on January 19th, 1969 at Williams Air Force Base, daughter of Fred and Anne Conway. Amy attended Mountain View High School graduation class of 1987.

Amy was known for her fun personality and free spirit.  She always offered a fun-loving environment for her kids and all their friends who loved to hang out at their house… everyone felt welcomed and part of the family. Amy was creative and crafty, making homemade gifts for family and friends was something she loved to do to make others feel special.  Amy had a talent for sandblasting, painting, and restoring old vehicles, not only was this her occupation, but something she loved and took great pride in. She was an avid rock’n’roll fan and enjoyed many concerts over the years. Amy was known for her big heart and love for her kids and grandkids, who fondly called her Mimi.

Amy is survived by her children Tyler (Sabrina) Otto, Teri Otto, Walker Otto, and Jesse Ashworth; grandchildren Mason and Autumn Otto; parents Fred and Anne Conway; sisters Kaci (Steve) McCracken, Missie (Bob Schultz) Conway; brother Ian (Sarah) Conway; nephews Zane and Gage McCracken, Alex Ausmus and Patrick Conway.

Per her request, no service will be held. Amy asked her children to spread her ashes across the Superstition Mountains, a place she and her children loved.

Amy will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

Richard B. Harmon, 92, a native of Mesa who never left, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2021.  He enjoyed a long and happy life filled with family, friends and numerous activities, both in the outdoors (hunting, camping, four-wheeling, flying and driving around the country) and in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was born on January 6, 1929 and graduated from Mesa High School in 1946. Upon graduation he followed his father into the Movie Projectionist field, where he spent the next 35 years running the movie projectors at the Mesa, Nile, Azteca, Bethany West and University Twin Theaters as well as the Pioneer Drive-in. In 1980 he changed careers and spent the next 14 years as the Facilities Manager at Rhodes Junior High in Mesa until he retired in 1994.  Then, along with his wife Dorothy, brother Eddie and his wife Kay, the Harmons enjoyed driving to and visiting every state in the union except Hawaii, including three drives to Alaska.

In 1950 he married Dorothy Joy Taylor of Safford, AZ and they spent the next 67 years together before her passing in 2017.  They were the proud parents of two children- son Richard B. Harmon, Jr (Sherry Kanaga) of Mesa and daughter Jacquelynn Jean Stewart (Dawson), also of Mesa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Borden Ruke Harmon and Verna Rhea Menhennet Harmon, as well as all four of his siblings- Marjorie, Jeannette, Edward and John Pat. He is survived by both of his children, 10 grandchildren- Tawna Lynn Mower (Nathan) of Mesa, Taya Lee Goodwin of San Tan Valley, Ali Miquel Lawson (Jeremy) of Queen Creek, Summer Joy Armstrong of Mesa, Richard B. Harmon III (Stacie) of Gilbert, Spencer W. Stewart (Jenifer) of Queen Creek, Tanner J. Stewart (Mandy) of Queen Creek, Jade Vernae Jarvis (Jeff) of Pima, Robert S. Harmon of Mesa, and Steffani Dawn Chamberlain (Dennis) of Queen Creek; 35 great-grandchildren- Faith and Chance Mower; Kaitlin Solari; Daron, Lauren and Emyrson Goodwin; Madison Phelps; Jordyn, Taylor and Rylee Talerico; Megan Medina, Austin, Rylan and Carson Harmon; Jaxon, Ryker and Aden Jarvis; Jake (Bailey), Caleb, Noah and Zach Lawson; Wyatt, Paydon, Kyler and Jaycee Stewart; Grandon, Braden and Tyson Stewart; and Chloe, Kaci, Cami, Kaylie,  Kenzie, Kelsey and Kinley Chamberlain; and one great-great-granddaughter- Sophia Solari.

A Viewing will be held from 6 – 8 pm this Friday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Stake Center at 1010 S. Recker Rd in Gilbert.  Funeral Services will be held at 9 am this Saturday, June 19^th, at the same building. Interment will follow at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

Lemos, Regina Rose Wilson, 63, passed away on June 6, 2021 in Phoenix, AZ.
She was loved and comforted in her last moments on earth.
Regina, known to many as Gina, was born in Pekin, IL on April 22, 1958 to Rienettie
Rose Turnpaugh Martin and Herbert Wilson. Her father, Herbert Wilson, would pass
away when Gina was a young girl. She would be raised by her mother and her step-father,
Roland Martin, who helped raise her as his own.
During her childhood she would move to Tempe, AZ with her family. After marriage,
she would move to Mesa, AZ and establish her life there.
Gina was a very tenderhearted soul and proved she was capable
of the most difficult circumstances a mother could endure. Her life would include a
daughter and two sons. Patrick, her first son, would have a very short life here on
earth but would be preparing a place for his Mom and his brother. Gina would have
a second son, Justin, who was born with multiple health issues. She tended to his every
need and was his advocate his entire life due to his mental and physical handicaps.
Caring for Justin was a 24/7 job and she did it without complaint and with an
abundance of love. Gina sacrificed her life to make the world a better place for Justin.
He lived to be twenty one years old, this was 100% due to her devotion in caring for
him.
She lived life not wanting or needing much but strived to serve others. She was a quiet
person who would not stand out in a room. She was a true and genuine friend. She was easy to
joke with. She always wanted to be a better baker. She loved to craft. She always wanted to learn
new hobbies. She loved to read and enjoyed growing her library. Although she
already had her hands full, she would make sure the front yard was perfectly mowed,
watered and her rose bushes were always perfectly trimmed.
On a daily basis you could and a cold Pepsi with a bendy straw in her hand or near her at all
times. Most times there was a dish with M&M’s on the end table. It could be in a holiday
M&M dish or just a cute bowl. Her home was her sanctuary and she made sure to
keep it comfortable and clean for any visitors who may have stopped by. If you were
fortunate enough to have known Gina on a personal level, you earned her trust
and were able to understand what a true friend is.
Regina is preceded in death by her parents, her son Patrick and her son Justin.
Regina is survived by her daughter, Rachael Rose Ridley, son-in-law, Mark Ridley and her grandchildren,
Eliza, Alan, Rhiannon Rose and Layne.
She will always be remembered for the amazing person she was.
Forever remembered, always loved and greatly missed.
Graveside services will be held at a later date at the City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N.
Center St., Mesa, AZ. If you would like to send a memory of Gina or would like to
contact her family, please send it to ridleyfamilymail@gmail.com thank you.

Adelle Nanette “Nan” Fielitz

Nan Fielitz, age 65 passed away peacefully June 8, 2021 due to complications of cancer. She was born December 3, 1955 in Bell Gardens, California to George and Fae Carlson. Nan married the love of her life, and best friend Lorne Fielitz, in February of 2003 and lived in Batavia Illinois. Nan and her husband Lorne decided to move to the Southwest and presided in Phoenix Arizona.

Nan was a living example of the Bible verse, Ephesians 4:32 – “And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.”

Nan is survived by her husband Lorne Fielitz, her son Jacob Andrew Glenn Stringer, and her sister Sandra Stolt, her husband Douglas and their two Children, Alissa, and Nicholas. All of these she loved and touched deeply. She was proceeded in death by her mother, Fae Webster, her father George Carlson, her brothers, Charles W. Casey III, and Joseph M. Casey.

Nan Loved the sunshine, warm weather, and the comfort of the Caribbean. She loved her pets and spoiled them with love and affection. She had the gift of hospitality and welcome family and friends into her home with open arms, always making them feel special and loved.

Nan was loved by many who she touched their hearts. She will be missed.

Pamela Sue Stapley, 57, passed away on May 31 2021 in Surprise, AZ. She lived a life full of family and friends. She loved to read a good book, and had a passion for crochet. She loved making blankets for her family.

She is Survived by her husband Randall; their 5 children Kathy, Kim, Lyda, Sam and Randy;3 sons in law Shawn, Mike and Brandon; as well as  8 grandchildren Cayden, Josh, Emma, Melody, Sadie, Shelby, Luc and Molly.

Funeral services will be on Saturday June 12th at noon. The services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints building located at 1005 N Voyager Drive Gilbert, AZ 85234. Services will also be available though Zoom for those out of state or unable to make it in person. Please contact the family for the details.

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Jeffrey Cook Selover, 35, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly from unknown causes on June 7, 2021.

He was born on June 30, 1985 in Farmington, New Mexico and adopted by Robert and Janelle Selover of Mesa, Arizona. He was soon joined by his sisters Holly and Heidi. Jeff attended Emerson Elementary, Carson Junior High and graduated from Westwood High School.  He participated in Cub and Boy Scouts and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He also enjoyed participating in football, golf and tennis at school.

Jeff worked as a lifeguard at Sun Splash, at UPS, and also worked security for the Cubs and for the Suns. One of his favorite things to do was attend Spring Training and Fall Ball games. After one of the Cubs games he brought home a wonderful girl who would later become his wife. He married Ada Jolene Swain on September 25, 2009. They welcomed 3 children into their family – Marley, Hendrix and Rory. Jeff shared his love of Lego building, Spring Training games, Play Station and Nintendo Switch games with his kids. He loved watching them learn new things at school, perform in singing and dancing programs, playing volleyball, soccer and baseball and going on little adventures. He also collected matchbox cars, baseballs, autographs and bobble-head figures.

Jeff was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and one of the things that brought him much happiness was being sealed to his wife and children in the Gilbert Temple on June 14, 2019.

He is survived by his wife, Jolene and their three children – Marley, Hendrix and Rory. Jeff is also survived by his parents, Bob and Jan Selover and sisters – Holly Reed (Sam) and nephew, Jacob, and Heidi Selover (Clint). Jeff is preceded in death by his grandparents, Glen Charles and Mary Ella (Page) Griffin and Willfield Radcliffe and Lila Matilda (McQuillin) Selover.

Visitation will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Westwood Building, 848 North Westwood, Mesa, Arizona 85201 on Friday, June 11, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Dedication of the grave will be at a later date by Bob Selover.

Bonnie Jeanne Reaves Taylor, 84, passed away on June 1, 2021, in Mesa, Arizona.  She was born May 10, 1937 to Bernard Jackson Reaves and Margaret Jane Cardon in Tucson, Arizona.  She grew up in El Paso, Texas where she attended Austin High School.  She went on from there to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from BYU and taught second grade for several years.  On September 11, 1957, Bonnie married her childhood friend, Robert Lloyd Taylor, in the Mesa Arizona Temple, and they were fortunate to have celebrated over 63 years together.  After moving around to a few different places while Robert worked his way through dental school and military service, they settled in Tempe to raise their four children, Kathleen Jeannette Taylor Banister (Christian), David Alan Taylor, Michelle Taylor Bailey (Curt) and Michael Lloyd Taylor (Michelle).  After the kids were raised, they retired to Gilbert, Arizona.

Bonnie led an active life filled with family and friends and didn’t mind the occasional spotlight.  She was the lead majorette at her high school.  At BYU, she was a Cougarette and sang in the BYU Opera Workshop Chorus.  Later, she performed with the Sweet Adelines singing group.  She was a good cook and never shied away from a “useful gadget” on QVC.  She loved making enchiladas and Texas sheet cake and passed this love on to her kids and grandkids.  She faithfully served in many church callings including a fulltime mission in Palmyra, New York with her eternal companion.

Bonnie loved traveling all over the world.  She visited Germany, England, Hawaii, and eventually took her dream trip to Israel.  She also loved their family trips to Lake Powell and the beaches of California.  Robert and Bonnie loved cruising and taking trips to New England.

Bonnie especially loved spending time with her nine grandchildren, Max Banister and Anika Banister (Kathleen); Amanda Taylor (David); Kayla MacNeille, Taylor Bailey, and Tori Clouse (Michelle); Emily Udall, Macy Taylor, and Avery Taylor (Michael); and her two great-grandchildren, Cannon and Bailee MacNeille.  Without question, her favorite thing to do with this cast of characters was to watch them perform Must Be Santa each year at the family Christmas party.  The kids always complained but she knew they loved it!

We love her, and she will be sorely missed, but we are happy for her reunion with her parents and those others who preceded her.

There will be a viewing held on Friday, June 11, 2021, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church building at 3572 E Guadalupe Road, Gilbert, Arizona 85234.  The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, June 12, at the same church building, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at 9:00am.  Interment will be at the Mesa Cemetery.  The family is grateful for the reverence and respect that Bunker Family Funerals has had for Bonnie in their care.  Flowers are welcome and may be sent to their Garden Chapel, 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201.  If you would rather make a donation, please do so to a charity or organization of your choosing in her behalf.

Patricia Frances Vincent returned to the open arms of her beloved Savior on June 2, 2021. She was 67 years old.

Born to Walter and Louise Parzych in Clinton, Massachusetts on November 10, 1953, Pattie was the embodiment of light, love, and kindness from the very beginning. She grew up in Worcester, Massachusetts with her older sister Constance Bilodeau and younger brother Walter Parzych. She enjoyed reading, visiting the Boston Children’s Museum, and Old Sturbridge Village.

Pattie cultivated a lifelong passion for learning and had a profound influence as a teacher of hundreds of young children. She graduated from Holy Name Central Catholic High School in 1971, and went on to study Elementary Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, earning her Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in 1976. After graduating, she became a Registered Nurse in Worcester. Later on, Pattie returned to study Elementary Education, earning her Master’s Degree from Northern Arizona in 2002. She was a proud member of Delta Kappa Gamma, promoting professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Pattie dedicated over 20 years of her life as a nurse and over 20 years of her life as an elementary school teacher, proving to be an angel to countless others. Pattie loved teaching kindergarten–it was her dream job. When she was a kid, she would set up dolls, pretending to be their teacher. She retired from Mesa Public Schools in 2019.

In her 20s, Pattie joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and a few years later in 1979 she met her sweetheart Jerry Vincent at a church activity on Cape Cod. They married on June 7, 1980 and were sealed for time and all eternity in the Washington D.C. Temple.

Pattie loved her family (her boys and her grandkids), visiting museums, jellybeans, attending plays and concerts, going to Delta Kappa Gamma conventions, teaching kindergarten, shopping at Kohl’s and Barnes & Noble, travelling to Paris, the color purple, and the beach was her happy place.

While there was so much that brought Pattie joy, Pattie loved being a mother. She put her heart and life into raising three stalwart sons: David, Christopher, and Ryan.

Pattie leaves her print on many and is survived by her husband Jerry, sons, David (wife Lindsay), Christopher (wife Whitney), Ryan, grandkids Ryker, Ledger, Mack, Hank, River, brother Walter, niece Melissa Bilodeau, nephew Eddie Bilodeau, and stepdaughters Donna Vincent-Smith and Wendi Nasser (husband Waleed). She is preceded in death by her mother, father, in-laws, sister, and stepson Michael.

We are so blessed to have known and loved Pattie.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Wednesday, June 9^th, at the Des Moines Chapel at 2835 E. Des Moines Mesa, AZ 85213.  Interment will follow the services at Gilbert Memorial Park at 2100 E. Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297.

It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that we mourn the sudden passing of Ronald Eugene Smith (68) of Mesa, Arizona on May 30^th, 2021.  Born January 6^th, 1953, in Orange, California, he lived the first 65 years of his life in his beloved Orange County.  Predeceased by his parents, Rex and Lorraine Smith, Ron is survived by his sister, Pamela Morrison of Mesa, Arizona, nephew, Jeffery Nadeau and his wife, Sarah, of Peoria, Arizona, nephew, Timothy Nadeau of Phoenix, Arizona, grandnephew, Austin Nadeau, grandnieces, Chris and Molly Garrett, many cousins, and friends.

Ron never met a stranger.   A lifelong thinker and learner, he enjoyed staying current on technology and world events.  An avid guitar player, he loved “Open Mic” nights performing with his dear friends in Orange County and just hanging out.  In his youth, he was an avid scuba diver, snow skier, and hiker.  He also loved to travel the world with family and friends.

His life’s work was in the technology sector where he most recently worked for Oracle Corporation as a Product Strategist.  Retiring in 2017, he moved to Mesa, Arizona in late 2018 to be closer to family.

Ron will be deeply missed.  His generosity, happy spirit, words of encouragement, and the comfort his presence brought to his family and friends will never be forgotten. Until we meet again.

A celebration of Ron’s life is being planned for later this summer and he will be interred at Fairhaven Memorial Park in Santa Ana, California.  Arrangements are being handled by Bunker Family Funerals & Cremation of Mesa, Arizona.

Ann Eagleburger (Burnett) of Mesa, Arizona, was born on March 26, 1942 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She spent her childhood years in Waldron, Arkansas. She later moved to Escondido, California where she attended Escondido High School and was voted Homecoming Queen. She attended the College of North Texas University and the Northern Arizona University (then Arizona State Teachers College) where she was a member of Gamma Phi Beta and voted Snow Queen of Sigma Chi. There she met her husband David Gammon Eagleburger. Ann and Dave were married for over 50 years until his passing on December 27, 2018.

Ann taught Kindergarten at Mesa Public Schools for 25 years until she retired to take care of her mother. She was a member of Mahnah Club and PEO as well as many other local organizations. Ann was a loved and cherished daughter, wife, mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother.

She is survived by sons, Matthew and his wife, Megan and their two sons, Jack and Craig, Casey and his wife, Nicolle and their two sons, Buck and Mack. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Henderson, step-father Leming Henderson, father James (JL) Burnett,  step-mother, Dorothy (Dot) Burnett, brother Hugh David Burnett, husband, David Eagleburger and her beloved dogs, Frank, Fred, Bob, Lulu, and Gracie.

Ann adored her friends and family, and was available for anyone that needed to talk. We are all going to miss her smile, encouraging words, and optimism. She wanted everyone to know that she led a full life and cherished her time with all of you. She is on the other side enjoying laughter, her dogs, lunch with friends, being with her Arkansas and Texas family, and dancing with Dave.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of the Valley at 1510 E. Flower Street, Building #2, Phoenix, AZ 85014. An open house will be held in her honor from 4pm to 8pm on Saturday, June 19, 2021. Please contact the family for the location.

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Joan Adele Mooney, 88, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona.  She was born in Wickenburg, Arizona on July 17, 1932.  She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Edward Mooney and her parents, Donald and Louise Westover as well as her younger brother James Westover.  She was the oldest of 5 children.  Joan married her sweetheart on January 20, 1954 and they were the parents of 6 children, two sons and 4 daughters.  She later became grandmother to 26 and when she died, was great grandmother to 52.

Joan, (pronounced JoAnn), was raised primarily in Yuma, Arizona where she attended Yuma Union High School and graduated in 1950.  She played piano beautifully and joined the band in High School. She also sang in several operettas, played the bassoon in the orchestra and marched as a majorette with the marching band.

Joan attended ASU and it was there she met her husband of 34 years.  She majored in early childhood education and graduated in 1954, then received her master’s degree in education some years later.  She taught as an elementary school teacher, teaching kindergarten in Arizona, Utah and eventually settling in California where she taught for more than 30 years.  She influenced hundreds of children with her creativity and love of learning.

Joan loved to sew, quilt and cross stitch.  She could do anything and did it well.  She was a valued member of her community and a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints throughout her life.

After her husband Jim, passed away in 1987, she continued to teach until retirement, and then moved to Hurricane, Utah briefly and then to Tempe/Mesa, Arizona to be closer to some of her grown children, where she has lived since 2012.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel at 1249 South 48^th Street, Mesa, Arizona, 85206.  There will be a viewing immediately before the services at 10:00 AM.  There will also be a graveside service held at Forrest Lawn Memorial Park in Covina, California on June 22, 2021 at 3:00 PM.

Joan is survived by her 6 children: Paul Mooney (LuAnn) of Mesa, Mark Mooney of Phoenix, Ruth Sessions (Dale) of Cedar City, Utah, Ann King (Art) of Upland, California, Gail Ellsworth (Steve) of Mesa, and Linda Mooney of Flagstaff, Arizona. Also, by her 26 grandchildren and her 59 great grandchildren.  She is also survived by 3 of her siblings, Nancy Christensen of Tempe, Carol Parkin of Salt Lake City, Utah and Bruce Westover (Vicky) of Orem, Utah.  The family wishes to express thanks to Marilyn and Kim Willis for their loving care of our mother over the past several years.

Mom loved flowers but if you would rather donate to a cause, she would have loved you to donate in her name to the  Alzheimer’s Association, ALZ.ORG.

Kathy Ann Clement, 74, of Gilbert, Arizona passed away peacefully May 30^th, 2021. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee March 7^th, 1947. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lyman and Mabel Keeling, and brothers Curtis and Markel. Kathy worked 27 years for Deseret Book in Mesa. She is survived by her husband Thomas Jordan, daughter LaDonna Garner (Scott), son Thomas Lee (Ashley), seven grandsons, one great grandson and brothers David, Rendall (Jeriann), Steven (Annette) and Timothy (Julie). She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Viewing will be held at 6:00pm on Friday, June 4^th 2021 at LDS Chapel 1100 N. Lindsay Rd. in Gilbert. Graveside services will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, June 5^th, 2021 at Mountainview Funeral Home and Cemetery at 7900 E. Main St. Mesa.

Chad Ryan Russell, 35, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away May 28, 2021, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Chad was born September 6, 1985, in Mesa, Arizona, to Tim Russell and Kim (Wnorowski) Russell. He grew up and attended schools in Mesa, AZ, and graduated from Mountain View High School.  He also attended Brigham Young University and Brigham Young University-Idaho. 

On March 14, 2016, he married Emily Smith in McKinney, Texas. Chad and Emily made their home in Mesa, Arizona, where Chad owned his own landscaping company.

Chad spent his time with life-long friends, his family, and loved nothing more than his nieces and nephews. 

Chad is survived by his loving wife, Emily Smith; parents, William and Kim Russell of Payson, AZ; sisters, Brittni (Jake) Russell of Clovis, NM, Tiffany (Brian) Marler of Mesa, AZ, Kiersti (Brett) Hardison of Mesa, AZ; and brother, Todd (Macy) Russell of Mesa, AZ. Chad was the greatest uncle in the world to nieces and nephews that love him dearly.

Memorial services will be held in Mesa, Arizona on June 5th, 2021 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 745 N. Val Vista Mesa, Az 85205 at 10:00 AM.

Dr. Paul Randall Bates, DC, 69, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. Paul was born in Birmingham, Alabama on March 6, 1952 to Howard and Dottie Bates. He is preceded in death by his Father Howard, grandson Beckham Anderson, and the beautiful mother of his children Deborah Bates. He is survived by his children Jason (Michele) Bates, Krista (Jason) Meeks, Jennifer (Damon) Lines, Angela (Matt) Sloan, Stephanie (Max) Anderson, Trevor (Risa) Bates, Travis Bates and 24 grandchildren.

Paul Graduated from Saguaro High School in 1970 and Palmer Chiropractic College in Iowa in 1975. While attending Palmer College he met and married Deborah Bates on December 19, 1972. He opened his first Chiropractic practice in Scottsdale, Arizona in 1975 and they raised their 7 kids there. He was a practicing chiropractor for over 20 years.

He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He loved serving others and was always looking for ways to serve his family and friends.

Paul, also known as Bubba, Randy, Dad, and Poppy was a devoted father, son, brother, and grandfather. He enjoyed his weekly Saturday lunch dates with his mom, brother, and sister. He loved his grandkids and devoted many nights to attending their sports games or performances. He was the life of the party and always brightened up the room when he entered. He had a passion for hunting, camping, and fishing. He will be missed by all who loved him.

A private viewing and service will be held on May 29, 2021 at Bunker Mortuary. Donations can be made via venmo @Jennifer-Lines-1. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation for your sympathy and love in our time of grief.

James M. Ross (Jim) passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 20, 2021, in Tempe, Arizona at the age of 82.

Jim was born on October 9, 1938, in Billings, Montana, son of William and Norma Ross. He grew up near Chinook, Montana on a ranch in the foothills of the Bear’s Paw Mountains. He attended Ada Country School for his elementary years and graduated from Chinook High School in 1956. Jim spent his younger years working hard on the ranch, raising and caring for cattle and sheep and was an active participant in the 4-H program. Jim graduated from Montana State University in 1960 and served his country in the Army where he was stationed at Fort Lee, Virginia.

He returned to Montana and met and married Shirley Hatcher of Fairfield, MT in 1963. Jim began his banking career in 1965 for the Great Falls National Bank which later became Northwestern Bank. In 1973 he became Vice President working in the agribusiness department dealing in farm and ranch loans, later transitioning into commercial loans. Continuing along the financial career pathway, Jim worked for IFG Leasing in Great Falls for several years until moving his family to Mesa, Arizona to work for then Valley Bank Leasing.

After a long and fruitful career in the finance and banking industry, Jim retired and he and Shirley enjoyed many years of travel abroad including trips to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Greece, Italy, Turkey, Spain, France, Great Britain, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Panama, Costa Rica and many destinations stateside as well.

His love for the beauty and simple life of Montana never waned and he and Shirley spent their summers in Bozeman, enjoying the cool temperatures and breathtaking scenery. They would travel back to Arizona for the winter months, but always looked forward to returning North once the snow melted!

Over the past several years, Jim battled Parkinson’s disease which inhibited his ability to travel and move as freely as he would have liked. As his body began to slow down, his grace, charm, class and dry and witty sense of humor remained sharp.

A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Jim held several church callings throughout his life mentoring, serving and caring for neighbors and friends in the congregations.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Shirley, his three beautiful daughters: Lisa Ross (Larry Wolfert), Oakland, CA, Lesli Satchell, Billings, MT and Linda Hardwick (Daniel), Gilbert AZ. He is also survived by his younger sister, Karen Benson Huck of Seattle, WA. Jim loved his six grandchildren: Lauren, Avery, Jacob, Braedy, Libby and Beau.  All of them will forever remember their grandfather’s example of hard work, perseverance and dedication to his Savior, Jesus Christ and to his family.

There will be a viewing at Croxford Funeral Home, 1307 Central Ave, Great Falls, Montana the evening of Thursday, June 3 from 6 – 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 4 at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Fairfield, Montana at 11 a.m.

Gina Marie O’Neal, 64, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 with her children by her side. She was born in Springfield, IL on June 8, 1956 to James and Dolores Schnepp.

Gina was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved nothing more in life than her children, grandchildren, and documenting all the wonderful memories they made together.

Gina graduated from Mesa Community College in 1977 with her Associates Degree in Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse for over thirty years at Banner Desert Medical Center, formerly known as Desert Samaritan Hospital.

Gina is survived by her children Jennifer O’Neal Kuznicki and Michael O’Neal; her grandchildren Lilly, Maggie, Jackson, Gavin, Emily, Dimitri, and Natalia. She is survived by her parents James and Dolores Schnepp; brother John Schnepp; and sisters Kathy Skoglund, Julie Andersen, and Valerie Hepburn. She was preceded in death by her brother Michael Schnepp.

Viewing will be held Friday, June 4^th, 1pm-3pm, at Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. Services will be held Saturday, June 5^th, 9am-10am at Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201, with a graveside prayer service at 10:30am at Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Gina to bannerhealthfoundation.org.