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Marvin Wilcox Hollingsworth, 92 passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona on October 14, 2022. Marvin was born in Preston, Idaho on June 14, 1930 to Marvin LaVern and Marjorie Hollingsworth. He is preceded in death by his wife June and his second wife Lana. Marvin is survived by two of his brothers, Bill and Gyle Hollingsworth, a good friend LaDean Jones, his four children Robin Waldeck (Roland),  Peter Hollingsworth (Jetaun), C. Scott Hollingsworth (Nannette), and Collette Mabey (Mike). He also left behind 14 grandchildren and 37 great-grand children.

Marvin served in the army as a first sergeant during the Korean Conflict. He transferred to the front lines so he could be with his brother Bill.

Marvin was a hard worker. As a field geologist he worked for NY Natural Gas and US Steel in Pittsburgh, and Alcoa Aluminum in Phoenix. He was a beloved high school teacher in Preston, Idaho teaching geology, earth science and physics. He served a 2 year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Western States Mission. His many church calling included serving in multiple bishoprics, a Gilbert temple worker, a high councilor, cannery service missionary, a scout master and a home teacher.

Marvin loved to hunt, fish, hike the Grand Canyon, rock hound with grandchildren, and skydive. He also had a love for reptiles. Many turtles and tortoises have lived in his backyard.

A viewing will be held on Friday, October 21 from 7-10 pm at Bunkers Mortuary 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa.

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Nicolle (Nikki) Bodine Rowley, born April 20, 1980, peacefully passed away on October 12, 2022, at her home in Gilbert Arizona. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Jesse Rowley, and 17-year-old daughter Madisen.

Nikki was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona where she graduated from Mountain View High School in 1998. She reveled in being a homemaker and a mom. Her biggest joys in life were her children. Nikki touched many people’s hearts by showing courage and strength through her 10-year battle with cancer. She experienced many trials in life, including the loss of her son Mason, who died in 2018 due to brain cancer. Through patience, she lived an exemplary life. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

The funeral services will be managed by the Bunker Family Mortuary, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201. The funeral will be held at noon on Friday October 21, at 777 E. Elliot Road, Gilbert, Az at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel, with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service. An additional viewing will be held Thursday October 20, from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the same location.

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James (Jim) Arthur Skoglund, 79 passed away peacefully on October 9, 2022, in his home in Mesa, Arizona. He was born to Rita and Arthur Skoglund in Chicago, Illinois in 1943. He is survived by his sister Elizabeth (Jack) Wilson. Jim (Sergeant Skoglund) proudly served in the United States Marine Corps Air Wing Communications Squadron 48. Following his service he married his high school friend, Anita Diehl (Osmun) and celebrated 22 years together raising their two children in Chicago and New Jersey. In 1999 he was blessed to have found love a second time and married Sharon Peck, enjoying life together raising three more children. In most recent years, he found love again with Carole Smith who completed him.

Jim led a happy active life filled with tons of family and friends. He loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, he loved his country (and his politics), he loved his American Legion Post 138, he loved work, he loved to keep busy and absolutely LOVED to help people in need. He has touched so many lives throughout his 79 years and will be truly deeply missed.

Left to carry on his traditions, are his children Dawn (Art) Vernon, Jim (Cathy) Skoglund, Kevin (Amy) Peck, Denise (Ray Norcini) Dorsey, and Rachel (Juan) Herrera. His legacy will be continued through his grandchildren Alyssa, Annie, Zack, Oliver, Colin, Noah, Ava and Alex; and his great-grandchildren Deklen, Rylan, Kinley, Zayden and Amery.

A visitation/viewing will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 3pm – 5pm (MST) at Bunker Family Funerals University Chapel on 3529 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85213. In Lieu of flowers, donations to the American Legion Post 138 are suggested. There will be a Celebration of Jim’s Life on Saturday, December 3, 2022 starting at 5pm (MST) at the American Legion Post 138 – 107 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282. Thank you to all who have been part of this amazing man’s life.

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He was a graduate of West Phoenix High School in 1973.  Following graduation, Mark enlisted in the United States Navy in August 1973.  He served aboard the USS Independence aircraft carrier for two years with an honorable discharge in August 1975.  Mark received an Associate in Arts degree from Phoenix College majoring in Criminal Justice.  Mark worked for Safeway Grocery for approximately 20 years.

Mark was an avid baseball fan his whole life and was completely devoted to his beloved Chicago Cubs.  Fortunately, Mark was able to enjoy the Cubs finally winning that elusive World Series Championship in 2016.  He also loved his Phoenix Suns.

Mark was predeceased by his mother (Elizabeth) and father (John).  Survivors include four brothers and seven nieces and nephews.

A military honors service for Mark will be held at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona Friday, October 21^st at 11:00am, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ  85024.

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Linda Taylor Mortensen Scrowther Moore, 81, passed away on October 4, 2022, in Mesa, Arizona after a brief illness. Linda was born on January 4, 1941, in Safford, Arizona to Grant Cardon Taylor and Ione Ellen Johnson Taylor.

Predeceased by her son Lee Cardon Mortensen, daughter Lisa Louise Mortensen Wolcott, and her parents, Linda is survived by her husband, Art Moore; daughter Leslie (Brian) Thorne, son Lyn Mortensen; grandchildren Lauren Wallace (Jason) Ray; Demi (Anthony) Rainaldi, Taylor Brog (Dominic Garcia), Brenna Mortensen (Eddy Yunkherr), Gwenyth Mortensen, Dylan Brog (Shalynn Peterson); great-grandchildren Korben Ray, and Addelyn Rainaldi. She is also survived by her sister, Kay (Bob) Nixon, nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Linda grew up in a loving home in Safford, Arizona. She graduated from Safford High School in 1959. She attended Eastern Arizona College then Arizona State University, receiving a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. Linda worked for 30 years as an educator. Linda was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints especially enjoying her callings in Relief Society.

Linda married Lyle Mortensen, had four children, then later divorced. Linda then married Bruce Scrowther until his passing. She reconnected with Art Moore in 2009 and they fell head-over-heals in love. The day they got married, later that evening, they attended their 50^th high school class reunion in Safford.

Linda was known as intelligent, musical, a great athlete, and an awesome teacher. She was an incredibly self-sacrificing mom, a wonderful big sister, and loving wife. She had a great laugh and a fun sense of humor. People loved to be around her and in her home. Her home was always beautifully decorated. She was a fabulous hostess and threw the best parties. She especially loved the holidays, notably Christmas and Halloween. She had a green thumb like her dad with roses being her favorite flower. Her yard was the envy of all around her. She was so stylish, always totally put together and loved to change her hair color all the time. She always kept us guessing.

Though Linda suffered the loss of two of her children, she still kept her heart open and loving. She was fierce and brave and taught her family to keep going. She always wanted the best for her family. She will be greatly missed.

A private graveside service for the immediate family will be held at the Thatcher Cemetery.

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Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and matriarch; Sonja Gehring, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family in Mesa, Arizona on October 4, 2022. Sonja had a sister, Carolyn (Val) Player, and a brother, Jay C. (Dawn) Nichols.

Sonja was born February 7, 1937 in Los Angeles, California daughter of John Clifford Nichols and Ivy Zola Nichols. Sonja married her eternal sweetheart, Clarence Lamar “Lou” Gehring on September 16, 1957.

Sonja served for many years in the Utah Women’s Civic League contributing social, civic and cultural services to the community. She also served the Lord in many capacities including the Relief Society, Primary and Young Women’s organizations. Sonja loved working on humanitarian projects and loved any opportunity to sew and provide for those in need. One of her favorite hobbies was making “heatable huggies”. If you were lucky enough to receive one of these, then you have a treasure made personally with her loving, serving hands.

Sonja was a hard worker, she worked for Beneficial Life in downtown Salt Lake after graduating from High School. She was employed as a secretary for many years and when Sonja and Lou relocated to Arizona, she worked for over 30 years as a legal secretary for Udall, Shumway, Blackhurst and Lyons Law Firm.

Sonja took great pride in being a wife, mother and grandmother, she cherished her grandchildren. No one was a stranger to Sonja; she was a friend to all she met. Sonja passed on her love for Diet Coke, Black licorice and frosting to her children and grandchildren. Her faith, love, service and sweet example have and will continue to sustain her posterity. She is survived by her children, LuAnn Gehring, Mesa, Arizona, Rob (Lori) Gehring, Heber City, Utah, Mysti (Timmy) Brown, Mesa, Arizona. 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren with two on the way.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 14, 2022, at the Mesa East Stake Center, 2228 E. Brown Road, Mesa, Arizona at 10am with a viewing at 9am. There will be a viewing Thursday evening, October 13, at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona from 6-8pm. Interment at the City of Mesa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints Humanitarian Aid Fund.

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Noreen Lockwood Adams passed away on October 1, 2022, after a 19-year battle with cancer. Noreen was born in Burlington, Vermont on December 30, 1948, to Norris and Eva Edwards. Her beautiful legacy continues through her and Ronald’s three children, Julie Carmen (John III), Jason Adams (Kathy). and Jennifer Ray (Nate) and her ten incredible grandkids and two beautiful great-grandbabies. Noreen was a kindhearted soul loved by all. She was goofy, easily scared, beautiful, and one heck of an animal lover. Those who knew Noreen never regretted doing so. She welcomed and cared for everyone as if they were her own. Noreen was not only a wife of 50 years but also a mother and a caring, most loving grandmother to her grandchildren. All of her family and friends will deeply miss her. Noreen is preceded in death by her loving husband, Ronald Paul Adams, and her amazing parents. A viewing will be held at the Bunker University Chapel 3529 E University on Friday, October 14th, from 5-7 p.m. and another at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Building located at 1911 N 24th St in Mesa from 10:00-10:45 a.m. on October 15th with the funeral following at 11 a.m. The graveside service will be at 1 p.m. at the Mesa Cemetery located at 1212 N. Center Street. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a dog rescue or shelter of your choice.

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Butch Ray

Everyone who knew James Walter Ray knew him as Butch Ray.   At age 79 he died in his sleep Wednesday morning, September 28, 2022 at his home in Gilbert where he had lived for almost 50 years.  He was born August 6, 1943 to James Walter Ray Sr. and Leah Sabin.  He was the 4^th of six children, 3 sisters and 2 brothers who were raised on south Lazona Drive in Mesa, Arizona.  His brother Wilford died as an infant.

Butch participated in the band, pole vaulting and FFA at Mesa High School graduating in 1961.  He attended BYU for one year and served a 2 year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Idaho in the Northwestern States Mission.

Butch married Linda Diane Merrill on September 9, 1976 in Mesa.  Linda brought a son, Jared Brown, to the marriage and Butch brought a daughter and a son, Tanis and Mike.  Soon after their marriage Sharon Esson, age 14, came to them as a bonus child.  Together they had four more children, Rocky, Sam, Jalin and Susie making eight children in total.

Butch worked on his father’s dairy from a young age and suffered a leg injury at age 8 when he fell into a corn chopper.  He was lucky to have survived.  Butch was no stranger to hard work managing a dairy where there was work to do 7 days a week.  He and his brother Lyal took over Racrest Dairy after their father had a stroke and Butch later bought out Lyal when he moved to Texas.  One of his greatest skills was fixing motors, engines or anything with moving parts.  When the dairy sold, Butch continued in the agriculture business driving his own truck hauling hay and green chop.  After his personal truck was destroyed by a fire, he drove a truck for Pete Harris of Dark Thirty Trucking well past retirement age.

In the 70s and 80s Butch was an avid competitor in Tractor Pulls, actually building the tractor with Jim Harris.  He traveled to California as well as eastern states placing at the top in many competitions.  In his younger years he won many trophies in drag racing at the Bee Line Race Track.  He liked to go fast and knew how to rev up the engine!

He is survived by his devoted wife Linda, 8 children—Tanis Crofford (Steve) of Gilbert; James Mikel (Katie Ewing) of Mesa; Jared Merrill Brown (Marliena Ellis) of Mesa; Sharon Esson Perez (“Sonny” Manuel) of Olney, Texas; “Rocky” Calvin Philip Ray (Lorie McBride) of Las Cruses, NM; Samuel Isaac Ray (Michelle Martinez) of ­Casa Grande;  Jalin Klemme (Patrick) of Glendale; Susan Garcia of Gilbert; He was blessed with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren;  Sisters, Leah Elaine Ashcroft (Phillip—deceased) of Mesa, Glenna Shappell (Lyle) of Gilbert, and his brother Lyal Harold Ray (Dorothy) of Selma, California.

He is preceded in death by a brother, David Wilford Ray and a sister Margo Wendelboe (Charles Alison Wendelboe–deceased) as well as his parents.

After a cancer diagnosis in 2013, Butch had life altering health issues as well as extreme knee pain.  Despite the struggles Butch demonstrated unwavering faith, wanting to be in church every week.  He was a kind hearted man, considerate of others, always finding the good in people.  Through the years he always carried a positive attitude even in the midst of trials.

Butch will be missed!

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Cherrial Josephine Woods Morris/Updike of Mesa Arizona peacefully passed away at her home the evening of September 25, 2022, with her family at her side. She was 92 years old.

Cherrial was born April 24, 1930 in Miami Arizona to Royal Grant Woods and Genevieve Josephine Jacobson Woods, descendants of Mormon pioneers. To family and friends, she was Cheri. She was the middle child, along with her older brother Roy and younger sister Ruth Ann.

Shortly after she was born, the family moved to Thatcher Arizona, where she was raised and educated. Cheri had an active youth that involved piano music lessons, playing sports, and summers with her mom, brother, and sister at the family cabin on Mt. Graham outside of Thatcher. Cheri attended Thatcher Elementary School and Thatcher High School, where she excelled at every level. She was an excellent athlete, participating in basketball and volleyball. In her senior year, she was President of the Girls Club, President of the Girls Athletic Association, played in the student band (clarinet), a member of student council, and head cheerleader. When she graduated in the spring of 1948, she was also Salutatorian. She would no doubt attribute much of her success to her parents who, as she once said, “made us kids feel like we were so special and so smart and intelligent. We were taught we could do anything. Nothing was out of range of our abilities if we wanted it badly enough to work for it.” Even with all the accomplishments, she remained humble and gracious, always kind and caring to others.

Towards the end of her Senior year of high school, Cheri started dating Max Arnold Morris, a student a Gila College (Eastern Arizona JC) and a former star athlete at Safford High School. The relationship grew quickly, and Max and Cheri were married in the Arizona Temple Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints in Mesa on September 15, 1948. While living in Safford, Stan was born in July of 1949, with Dan being born in February, 1951. Marissa was born in Phoenix in October, 1961. Early in their marriage, the family moved frequently following job opportunities for Max. From Safford to Washington DC, back to Safford, to Tucson, back to Safford, and then to Scottsdale, where Max was moving up the latter at Valley National Bank. The family moved to Phoenix in 1960 to be closer to the downtown office of the bank.

Life during these years was active and family oriented. Stan and Dan were both standout athletes. Marissa was also a gifted athlete and an accomplished singer. Cheri managed the household, was active in her ward, and found time to teach piano lessons. She even went back to school in 1973 and earned her Registered Medical Assistant Degree. She was also an accomplished seamstress and quilt maker. When the children were older, she found time to accompany singers and performing groups as a piano and organ player. She managed a travel agency and traveled all over the world. Through these years she never lost focus on the value of family and extended family, especially the relatives back in Safford and Thatcher. She was a dedicated member of her church, serving in various positions.

Several years after her marriage to Max ended, Cheri reconnected with an old friend, Earl Updike, in 1994. They were married in the Arizona Temple in Mesa on September 2, 1994 and spend many years traveling the US and Canada going from one adventure to another but always finding time to catch up with their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Cheri was a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints. At every stage of her life and every new city she moved to, she devoted her time to the service of the church and helping others. Her faith sustained her in times of sorrow and enriched her in times of joy. While her family grieves at her passing, they are comforted in knowing she has gone home to her heavenly father.

Cherri was a physically beautiful woman all her life and that beauty carried through to inside her heart. She never met a stranger and would always make people feel welcome. She was kind and patient and rarely got upset. She was a ray of sunshine in so many people’s lives and will be missed greatly. She is survived by her children: Stan Morris (Patty), Dan Morris (DeLayne), and Marissa Morris-Harrell (Randall), her stepchildren Alan Updike (Julie), David Updike (Susan), and Karen Grover (Thomas); 31 Grandchildren and Step grandchildren, and many, many Greatgrandchildren and Great
Greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl Updike, her parents, Royal Grant Woods and Genevieve Josephine, her brother Roy, her stepson James Updike, stepdaughter Lorraine Viccellio and her husband John.

As we honor her today, we should remember the words of one of those Grandchildren who said it best “My grandmother will be heralded and welcomed by angels in the Kingdom of God.” We will miss you “Cheri!”

Memorial service will be held October 7, 2022, at the LDS Church, 1430 N. Recker Rd., Mesa Arizona. Public viewing will commence at 9 am and a private family viewing will commence at 9:45 am. The Church/Memorial Service commences at 10am, with Bishop Karl Johnson officiating, followed by a burial service at 4:00 pm at the Thatcher Cemetery in Thatcher, Arizona.

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Shirlene Lee was born in Mesa, AZ on April 23, 1939 to loving parents, Eddie Charles and Verna Lewis. She was the second child of six. First came Marilyn who died as an infant, then Shirlene, then Wayne J., followed by Eddie Verlyn, who was stillborn. Lynelle was then born, and finally Jerry Lynn who also died as an infant. In her early years, she moved around the country and lived in El Paso, Texas, and Tennessee due to her dad’s job as a gas truck deliverer.

The family moved back to Mesa, Arizona when she was six years old. She loved living on “Lewis Lane” where all of her aunts and uncles lived. Her cousins meant everything to her, and she enjoyed hanging out with them. Based upon her dad’s job, it was time to move again and they ended up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Even though she would have rather stayed in Mesa, she made many lifelong friends.

Mom had just broken off an engagement, when she met her future husband, Paul Michael Lee, who was in the Air Force. He proposed after only two weeks but she said, “No!” In the meantime, Mike was welcomed into the family with open arms. After dating him for awhile, she realized that she loved him but he wasn’t going to ask again , so she had to be sneaky and help him ask her again. That time, she said, “Yes,” and they were sealed in the Mesa Temple on May 16, 1958.

Their first daughter, Michelle was born in Albuquerque, and then they moved to San Jose, California where Shirlene made many friends and was well known for throwing parties for their young married friends. While there, her second daughter, Cindy Lorene was born. They only stayed for a few more months, when Mike was offered a job at Motorola in Arizona, so off they went again. Shirlene was happy to get back to the Valley, and they moved into a home in Tempe, AZ. Kristine Joy was born almost eight years later after many miscarriages.

Mom had many church callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, which included working with the children, teens, and the women. Shirlene was even a Den Mother even though she didn’t have any sons. The calling she is most remembered for was being the Activity Chairman. She had that calling in three separate wards. She always gave credit to her wonderful committee members for their success.

Shirlene had many qualities that drew people to her. Her beautiful smile was what her husband claimed made him fall in love with her. She was also a wonderful listener. Her daughters said that she was always there for them and listened to everything they had to say even through their adult years. It wasn’t uncommon to see young children including her nieces and nephews hanging around her telling her all kinds of things while she listened intently. She was the same with adults too. It was one of her greatest qualities.

Even though her last years had been filled with health issues, she had a good attitude and especially when she needed to have her daughter, Krissy as a caregiver. She never wanted to be a burden and she wasn’t. Her family will greatly miss her.

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Yvonne Ruth Larson, 74 passed away peacefully surrounded by her Husband and Children on September 30th, 2022, Mesa Arizona. She was Born November 3rd, 1947 in Cardston, Alberta, Canada. To Joesph and Mabel Worman. Yvonne was a nurse for 30 plus years and lived a wonderful caring life. She loved spending time with her kids and grandkids, was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ and loved her Church. In 1967 she married her high school sweetheart Fredrick Card Larson, and they were lucky to have celebrated 55 years together. Raising their five children Justin Larson (Melissa Larson), Kareen Larson (Andi Larson), Tara Jensen (Bill Jensen), Shayla Majors (Rory Majors), Jared Larson (Victoria Larson). She was preceded in death by her Father (Joesph Russyl Workman), Mother (Mabel Workman) and sister (Joanne Hogg). Yvonne loved her Children but she loved her 18 grandchildren more starting with Avery, Riley, and Aydan Larson, Brendan, Trajan, and Lincoln Larson, Jerika aka #1 Princess, Addisyn, Jayden, and Maddox Jensen, Seth, Brenna, Jake, and Jase Majors and Erin, Shelby, Emma, and Frederick Larson and 3 great grandchildren Nykes, Lennox, Rumi Geddes.

We will be having a celebration of life on a later date in November in Mesa, Arizona

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Vince Shawn Blackwater, 43 of Mesa Arizona, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 in Gilbert, Arizona.

Vince was born on June 16,1979 in Shiprock New Mexico into the Bit’ahnni (under His Cover) Clan, Navajo Tribe, born for the Akimel O’odham (Pima) Tribe. Vince graduated from Westwood High School, Mesa, Az.

Vince enjoyed sports, attending the games with family. He was an Arizona Cardinal fan, Boston Red Sox fan and his biggest team was the Los Angeles Lakers, players Magic & Kobe, which he loved since he was a young boy. He enjoyed listening to music. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and his family.

Vince is survived by his sons, Isiah (Kaylyn), Kobe (Camelia), and Justin Blackwater. Grandchildren, Kateri, Bryson and Alana Blackwater. Companion Vanessa Yazzie. Parents Errol and Geri Blackwater. Sister Tawnya (Stanley). Nieces Renae and Shayna Blackwater. Uncles Harold Freeland, Wilburton Oklahoma and Aaron Freeland, Las Cruces NM. Aunt Charlene Freeland, Teec Nos Pos Arizona. Aunts Michelle (Mark)Leos, Vicki and Kim Blackwater. Grandmother Mary Blackwater. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Vince has a very large family who love him.

Vince is preceded in death by his Grandmother Gail G. Freeland and Grandfather Harold J. Freeland Sr. Aunt Andrea Perkins and Uncle Titus K. Blackwater.

Visitation for Vince will be on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bunkers Funeral Home, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa Arizona.

Graveside Services will be on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. at West Blackwater Cemetery, 2793 West Arrow Weed Road, Blackwater, Arizona.

The Blackwater Family appreciates all the love, thoughts and prayers received from everyone.

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