William Cliff Yardley

William Cliff Yardley Obituary William Cliff Yardley, age 87, passed away at home on November 16, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona. He was born in Beaver, Utah on November 2, 1938, second of four children of William Rowland Yardley and Hazel Barton.

Raised on a cattle ranch and farm, working alongside his father and other family members. He learned honesty, responsibility, and dependability. Attended Beaver High School where he ran track and played football and basketball. During his senior year in basketball, he averaged 22.5 points per game. After high school, he played with college summer league teams, church teams, and city leagues. Graduated from Utah State University. Served in the Utah National Guard for six years.

Married Nancy Marshall on June 24, 1961, in the St. George Temple. They had four daughters and two sons. Cliff loved each one dearly and did his best to teach, love, and support them, and help them find their way in life. He loved dancing with Nancy and often referred to her as “my Nancy”. Enjoyed horseback riding, training dogs, hunting, fishing, and camping with family.

Worked 43 years for the Bureau of Land Management of the U.S. Department of the Interior, serving in numerous positions in Utah, California, and Arizona. Following retirement, he owned a consulting business, continuing his work with the BLM.

Known for his solid testimony of Jesus Christ, he dedicated himself to serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His motto was “Who, by name, have I actually helped today.” Developed great expertise in family history work. Served in a variety of Church callings related to family history: stake indexing director, stake high councilor, ward consultant, etc. He especially enjoyed helping people from all over the world, from his home, during his mission for seven years with the FamilySearch Support Mission.

Survived by his wife, Nancy, and their six children: Kellie (Kevin), Curtis (Bonnie), Natalie (Norman), Heather (Todd), Nicole (Richard), Nathan (Tara); 44 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren.

Viewing: LDS Church, 940 E. Southern Ave, Mesa, Arizona, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, 9:00 A.M.

Funeral: LDS Church, 940 E. Southern Ave, Mesa, Arizona, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, 10:00 A.M.

Graveside service: Mesa Arizona City Cemetery, 1212 N. Center St, Mesa, Arizona immediately following the funeral.

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.