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About Donald Eugene Hall
Donald Eugene Hall finished his early journey on April 30, 2023, in Mesa, AZ. Donald or Don as many knew him, was born to Avard B Hall and Ethel Jan Hulsey Hall. He grew up in the White Mountains and helped on his father’s ranch throughout his early years especially until he got married. He grew up going to school in Nutrioso, Eagar, and St. Johns, Arizona. He graduated high school from St. Johns High School and then served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Sacramento, California.
After his mission, he attended Eastern Arizona College where he received his Associates of Arts degree, but most importantly he met his “beautiful red head, the love of his life” Debra Jan Winkler. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Mesa Arizona Temple, and they just celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary this past March. At the beginning of their marriage, he held a few jobs which included Fire Fighter, worked at the Petrified Forest, Truck Driver, Deputy at the Sheriff’s Office, City of St. Johns water district worker, and finally found his career at Salt River Project which he worked as a Heavy Duty Mechanic for 34 years and retired from there. He also volunteered as a Firefighter in St. Johns, AZ.
During those years. Donald and Debra had 3 children: Corey, Michelle, and Monika which they raised for the majority of their young lives in St. Johns, AZ. Many people knew Donald as Don, Don-Don, Scoutmaster, Coach, 4-H leader, Brother, Uncle, Dad, and Papa. Donald and Debra moved to Apache Junction, AZ in 1999 and had a wonderful life there surrounded by family and friends. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for his entire life and served in many callings and assignments. He loved always being on a lake fishing or even hunting up in the White Mountains.
Donald was preceded in death by his father Avard B Hall, mother Ethel Jane Hulsey Hall, granddaughter Mihaela Lowery, father in law James Rufus Winkler, and brother in law Russell Winkler. He is survived by many who love him and will miss him dearly. These include his wife Debra Jan Hall (Winkler), Corey (Michelle) Hall, Michelle (Javier) Garcia, Monika (Michael) Lowery, his Mother in Law Janice Hatch Winkler, step Mother in Law Katherine Winkler, his sister Rossland (Stanley) Trull, his brother in Law Rodney Winkler. Grandkids: Austin Ross, Chelsey Garcia, Makaden Lowery, Bailey Garcia, Masen Lowery, Javier Garcia (JD), Madysen Lowery, Maxten Lowery, Madden Lowery, Madelyn Lowery, and Kathryn (Miguel) Magallanes, Frank Valdez, Anthony (Rosie) Valdez, a few grand kids, nieces, and nephews.
A public viewing will be held in his honor on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Bunker Funeral Home at 3529 E University Dr in Mesa from 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm. His graveside burial service will be held at the Alpine Cemetery on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 1:00 pm.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
21 comments
Sherry Winkler
My Deepest Condolences goes out too Debbi and her Children, Donald was a Good Man,Husband, Father,Grandfather.
I know he will be missed Terribly…….
May He Rest In Paradise 🙏❤
Lyn Horabuena
This was a beautiful read. And life well spent and will be celebrated in heaven. Our prayers are with you.
Jerry and Nancy Winn
Our prayers are with you at this time. Warm hugs and lots of love to your family.
Ross & Dana Overson
Love, Hugs and Prayers to the whole family❤️
Ed & Diana Porter
We are very sad and sorry he has gone home this soon. He is a good man and will be missed. Ed and I offer our condolences and prayers for you Debbi, your children, grandchildren and family on both sides.
Dawn Aaron
So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs & prayers from Oklahoma to each of you. May your fond memories help comfort you during this time.
Joanne Mangum
Sorry for your loss. You and your family is in my prayers.
John R. Billings
He was a good friend & will be missed
Christy Tenney Walker
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. He was a great man and will be greatly missed.
Yvette Leonard
My condolences! Praying God’s comfort for you and your family.
Sal Cabrera
Our condolences for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Trace Udall
We will miss you Don!
Greg & Sheldean Cluff
Donald, was the kindest man anyone could have as a friend! Always had something good to say! We will miss his smile and his great heart! !
Teresa Gardner Wells
Oh Debbie I am so sorry to hear about Donald’s passing. I am sending love and prayers and hugs to you and all of your family. Donald is a great man and a good friend and I am grateful for the times I was in your home enjoying the friendship the three of us shared. God be with you my dear friend.
Perry and Bonnie Cain
Thoughts and Prayers to all the family.🙏
Jeannine Bishop
I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss.
Catherine Winkler
There are no words that I can say that will take the pain away. Sending love and prayers
Kathy Balkenbush
Wish I could be there but I live in Colorado now. My prayers are for you and your family for peace and comfort. Know you are in my thoughts.
Sue Hodgkinson Hodgkinson
Happy you call me, friend
Sharon Moses
I am so sorry. Sending lots of prayers and hugs.
Virgil and Becky Holowell
Our condolences to all the family Prayers, And our hugs. Love you all