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Our hearts are heavy as we inform you of the passing of our beautiful son. Jarrod Paul Sevilleja, age 20, passed away on July 20, 2022 in Pinetop, AZ surrounded by family on a vacation that had become tradition and one that he looked forward to every year. He was born at 9:21am on January 27, 2002 in Chandler, AZ and has blessed the lives of many since.

Jarrod lived in Gilbert where he was close to family and friends which was the most important thing to him. He would do anything for all his family and his friends were an extended continuation of that. Jarrod loved hard and was the definition of unconditional love. He accomplished so much and graduated from Mesquite High School in 2020 where he met many friends and helped wherever he could. Jarrod was a class clown and that continued outside of the classroom. He never failed to make someone laugh, even if it meant at his own expense. Jarrod was hilarious and quite the prankster. His smile could brighten up any room and his laugh was contagious. His hugs engulfed you and you felt like you were completely safe and like you were the only 2 people on Earth, nothing bad could happen to you and all your fears and problems just melted away. Jarrod was selfless. He never had a selfish bone in his body. He always put others first…always. He touched so many lives and hearts and we are all better for knowing him. The compassion and understanding he had, brought so much comfort to us all. A true gentle giant. If anyone needed Jay, he would drop what he was doing and he was there, even if he was struggling with his own personal storms. He always helped, no question, no matter what time of day or night. Jarrod always looked to better himself and others. He was a great example and teacher to everyone. Jarrod’s kindness, humbleness, and smile were a bright light in this dark world.

Jarrod loved, loved football. Everything football, but specifically the Chicago Bears. He also loved Fantasy Football which he also did with family and friends. He was really good at it too and won some good amount of money many many times. I think when he passed, he had like 27+ teams. He knew stats about all the teams, all the players, he lived football. He also played baseball for a few years and enjoyed that til he got injured and had to get screws put in his hips.

Jarrod loved time with his family and friends.  From family trips to Pinetop or the beach, to lakes and rivers, to late night drives, to long conversations, to playing card games or Xbox, to listening to music and “dance parties”, to fishing and catching fish time after time with his bare hands, and the list goes on and on. He thoroughly enjoyed his time with those around him and he made sure everyone knew of his love and appreciation for them. Jarrod always treated his “bros” (friends) like family and they will continue to be a part of the family. He also really loved animals but especially his dogs and cats.

Jarrod was so strong and took all of life’s challenges and accomplished them all with flying colors and didn’t complain. He always tried to find the positive despite whatever challenge he was facing. Jarrod looked forward to getting a job and establishing himself. He looked at ways to better himself and being around him, made you want to better yourself. Jarrod saw the beauty of life and just wanted to make the world a better place and help everyone. He has the biggest heart of anyone!!! He will be missed terribly with every beat of our hearts. We love you sooo much Jarrod! Thank you for being our angel for over 20 amazing years! We have been truly blessed!

Jarrod leaves behind his beloved mother, Julie Gist Dale (William), brother Tyler Dale, beloved father, Leland Sevilleja (Gina), and sister Violet Sevilleja, grandmas, grandpas, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He leaves an amazing legacy and an incredible mark on our hearts and lives. Continue to look over us Jarrod! You are love, laughter, and strength. We love you!

A viewing will be held Friday, August 5, 2022 from 6-8p at Bunkers Mortuary at 33 N Centennial Way Mesa, AZ. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 10amwith a viewing from 9-9:45amat 1150 W Elliot Rd in Gilbert, AZ. He will be laid to rest at the Mesa Cemetery.

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.

Carmen Alice Bryant, beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandma, wife, and friend passed away on July 21, 2022. She was born on July 18, 1923 in Allen, Oklahoma to James Edward and Stella Mabel McMeans and spent most of her early life on a farm. She had 4 brothers, Kenneth, Riley, C.L. (Corky) and Russell Ellis that all preceded her in death.

She led a very happy, active life filled with family, friends, and many activities such as sewing, quilting, baking, church service, caring for the sick and needy and being a friend to all. Her legacy will continue through her 4 children, 20 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

She married Eugene Victor Rice on April 11, 1940 and had 4 children in this union.  Gene passed away in 1959 and Carmen later married Raymond Bryant on August 19, 1972.  She gained 2 more “bonus” children from this union and many grandchildren as well.  She is survived by her children Jerry V Rice, Mary (Bill) Johnson, Ruth (Joe) Saavedra, Jane Thomas, and Virginia Morgan.  She was preceded in death by one son, Gene Rice.

Her pride and joy were her grandchildren: Kami (Connor) Rawle, Seth ( Tawnie) Johnson, Brodie ( Danielle) Johnson, Chandi ( Landon) Young, Shane ( Cindy) Johnson, Pamela Rice, Lian (Kevin) Yearout, Carmen (Scott) Wenborn, Gena Batson, Diane, Gary and Christopher Saavedra, John(Kara) Morgan, Shelly ( Michael) LaBash, Matthew ( Mirna)Thomas and Rebecca (Michael) Everett. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Landon Ray Johnson, and Gregory Alan Batson.

Carmen was the best mom, grandma and “grandma great” (as the great grandkids called her) that anyone could have. She will be sorely missed.

Her funeral service will be Monday, August 1 at Bunker’s University Chapel, 3529 E University Dr., Mesa, AZ from 5-7 pm. Viewing/Visitation will be from 5-6 pm and the service will begin at 6 pm. Carmen will then be buried next to Gene in Albuquerque, NM on August 5, 2022.  In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice of the Valley are suggested.

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.

Paula Kay Terry was called home Saturday, July 23^rd, 2022. She was born on March 10^th, 1960, to the late Shirley and Dick Freeman in Salt Lake City Utah. Paula married Scott Terry in 1978 in the Salt Lake Temple and enjoyed 43 wonderful years together. She was the best friend and confidant to her daughter Lyndsie in addition to being her son Brett’s “favorite girl”. Paula was known for her optimism, kindness, quick wit, and fun sense of humor. She loved spending time with her friends and family, especially fulfilling her role as GaGa to her grandchildren. Paula is survived by her husband Scott, siblings Dixie, Gene, and Kevin, children Brett and Lyndsie, and her grandchildren Ryan and Ethan.

Her graveside ceremony will be held at 1100 AM on Monday, August 1^st at the Paradise Memorial Gardens, 9300 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. A celebration of life luncheon will follow the graveside ceremony at a nearby location. If interested in sending flowers, please have them delivered to Bunkers Funeral Home at 3529 E University Dr., Mesa, AZ 85213 for arrival prior to 0830 on Monday, August 1^st (closed Sunday).

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.

Ruth Richardson Ray, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 97 on July 21, 2022 at her home in Gilbert, AZ. 

Ruth was born to Barbara Annie Fuller and Gilbert Richardson in Thatcher, AZ on June 14, 1925. Her happy childhood years were spent in Mesa in their family home near the Mesa Temple. Ruth graduated from Mesa Union High. She and Vaun Ray, her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, were married and sealed on August 14, 1944 in the Salt Lake City Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Ruth and Vaun lived on farms in Mesa and Gilbert, truly enjoyed being together and felt a great love for nature. They had many good memories with and deeply loved their three wonderful children and their spouses: Vonda (Brough), Steven (Susan) and Kevin (Ginger).

Ruth loved homemaking, sewing, baking and making her world beautiful inside and out. She created a gathering place in their home for their family, extended family and friends. Hayrack rides, cook-outs, holiday celebrations, music, games and laughter could be heard across the fields and in her home. She always had a quick smile, kind word, plenty of fun things to do and lots of good food for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in many callings. Ruth loved the Savior and her faith and family were very important to her. She always made people the most important and everyone felt her genuine love for them.  She was a positive, energetic, beautiful lady who always spoke well of others and made the world a happier place.  She was generous with her talents, resources and love.

Ruth is survived by children Vonda Ray Dorny, Steven Ray (Susan), Kevin Ray (Ginger), 8 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 10am at the church at 230 N. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert, AZ 85234. A viewing will precede the services at 9:00am. Interment will be in the City of Mesa Cemetery.

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.

Hannah Laree Riggs passed away July 13, 2022.

She was born April 19th 2007 to her parents Nathan and Wendy Riggs. She was our sunshine. She will be missed. Her favorite movie was Fox and the Hound. She was diagnosed with classic autism at 2 and half and has had seizures the last part of her life. She leaves behind her Father( Nathan), Mother (Wendy), Brother (Robert), and Twin Sisters (Sarah and Amanda). She is joined in heaven with twin siblings (Austin and Elizabeth). Funeral services are Friday July 22nd. It will be at 1720 S Ironwood Road Apache Junction church building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. All are welcome to come to honor her. 9am is the viewing and 10am is the funeral.

Thank you for honoring her and remembering her. We love Hannah 💕

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.

Russell G. Benson, 85, passed away July 17, 2022, having been surrounded by his loving family in his final days. Russell was born to Glenn and Virginia Benson in Salt Lake City, UT on March 6, 1937. Russ was raised on a mink farm in West Jordan, UT, where, as the oldest of seven children, he developed a strong work ethic. He was a proud “Beetdigger,” graduating from Jordan High in 1955.

Russ met his wife, Barbara Woodbury, while they were both attending the University of Utah. He graduated with an electrical engineering degree. Soon after graduation, they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple and recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. They began their married life in Scottsdale, AZ and later moved to Mesa.

Russ’s childhood hobby of building radios in his basement inspired his profession in electrical engineering, which led to a long career at Motorola GED. While there, he was inducted as an associate member of the Scientific Advisory Board and ultimately became president. He retired as Chief Engineer of Advanced Manufacturing and Test. His career coincided with the pioneering age of space flight, and he helped develop critical advancements in space communication.

He gave a lifetime of faithful service to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where kindness and compassion were his legacies. He carried the profound impact of his service in the Southwest Indian Mission his entire life. He served a full-time CES mission with his wife, Barbara, and a service mission at the Mesa, AZ bishop’s storehouse. He spent many years working with scouts and young adults. His prior callings prepared him for his later service as a young adult ward bishop, a calling he treasured deeply.

Russ was preceded in death by his parents and his brother John. He is survived by Barbara and their children: Deborah (Bryant) Larsen, David (Cynthia), Michael (Marissa), Karla (Michael) Allen, their grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Douglas, Annette Woolley, Bonnie Busco, Richard, and Robert.

Russ cherished his family, who felt incredibly blessed by his optimism, wise counsel, and remarkable example. Services are at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 23 at 925 N. Harris Drive, Mesa, AZ, preceded by a visitation from 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. as well as on Friday, July 22 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the same location.

For those who are unable to attend the services, please join us by using the following link: https://youtu.be/tPpVGKCOFsM

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.

Donald Lee Hansen, 89 years young passed away in his home on July 1, 2022. Surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Don enjoyed the Mesa area while serving Church, family and friends with his beautiful Wood Craftsmanship.

Don is survived by his wife Cleo, their combined 10 children, 26 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 on Aug 4th, 2022 at the Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church at 2605 S. Signal Butte Rd. Mesa Az .

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.

Mary M Carano of Campbell, Ohio, passed away peacefully at 80 years of age on July 12, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona.  Her smile was infectious and her spirit could always lift up those around her.

Mary was married to Joseph Carano, who had passed in 1990.  Mary found love and a soulmate with Paul Trepanier, who had passed in 2013.  She loved art, music, great food and spending time with her family.  Mary is survived by her sister, Rena Moylan, her brother, Jay Koutsourais, her son, Joe Carano and by her loving grandchildren, Joseph and Kylie Carano.

Visitation and funeral services will be held at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church (2716 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224) on Monday, July 18th starting at 1PM.

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.

(Bessie) Ruth peacefully passed on July 8, 2022. Ruth was born on June 3, 1926 to Bessie and Raymond LeVitre. She was the eldest of three girls. Even though she lived through the Great Depression and WWII, she had a wonderful childhood in Provo, UT. In 1938 she was given free piano lessons in recognition of her amazing talent. This same year, Ruth was baptized into the LDS faith. These were her two sustaining strengths throughout her life.

Ruth married her love, Junius “W” Gibbons, April 19, 1946 in the Mesa, Arizona Temple. They enjoyed 50 years together and had 8 children: Jan M’Lon (Harald) Ackermann; Athene LeVitre; Junius (Terri); Sharri (Mark) Haven; Twins Alen (Chris) and Alecia; Dale; Jeshelle (David) Koblinski.

For decades, Ruth played the piano/organ for her congregation and various Church groups. She performed in multiple trios. She thrilled her children with her beautiful music as they danced about the house. Ruth devoted endless hours to her church and the disabled; all while raising her family and assisting with her husband’s dental practice! She was always up for tending grandchildren, grabbing a bite, going to a movie or taking a trip. Together, Junius and Ruth served a mission to Alabama in 1995/96. After Junius’ passing in 1996, she volunteered weekly at the VA hospital in Phoenix until her eyesight precluded her from driving.

Ruth was a light to all who were blessed to know her. She is preceded in death by her daughter Jan, son-in-law Harald, husband Junius and both sisters. She is survived by her remaining 7 children; 21 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and countless friends. A memorial service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 23, 2022: LDS Mesa Kimble East Stake. 4640 E Holmes Ave., Mesa, AZ 85206.

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.

Lucy Jane Wilson, 17, passed away July 3, 2022.

A visitation will be July 15 at 6:00 -8:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – 2701 E. Lehi Rd., Mesa, AZ 85213.

A funeral service will be held July 16 at 10:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – 2701 E. Lehi Rd., Mesa, AZ 85213.

If you are unable to attend the service please join the family using the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCUov0R1HRE

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.

Janille Mamie Roberts Mullins, age 83, was born in Price, Carbon County, Utah on July 28, 1938, to Carlyle Reed Roberts and Anna Janet Massa. She has a twin sister, Janette Rhoda Judd, and a younger brother, Reed Roberts.

Janille graduated from Mesa High School in 1956. She married Joe B. Nelson in June of 1959. They had three children, Jason Bernard (deceased in 2004), Julie Ann and Jennifer Jo. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Arthur Higby, her brother-in-law, Arlo Judd, and her sister-in-law, Janie Roberts. Janille is preceded in death by her husband, James Mullins, and her special fur baby, Mindy.

Janille has twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren with on on the way.

Janille is a very creative spirit enjoying painting, sewing, and crocheting. She donated countless hours of time to the humanitarian group for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved to travel and go to the movies. In her youth, she enjoyed dating and dancing. She was her own handyman.

She was lovingly cared for by true angels from Angel Home Healthcare including Jim, Patti, Frank, David and many others plus tender nurses from Hospice at Home of Arizona. Words cannot express how grateful our family is for all their love and kindness.

There will be a viewing at Bunker’s Garden Chapel on Friday, July 22, from 6-8pm with a family graveside service the next morning.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to a charity of your choice.

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.

Barbara Jean Hamilton, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend left this world unexpectedly on July 5, 2022 at the age of 63 in Mesa, Arizona while battling an extended illness. She was born to Duane Carl and Mary Ann (Strellner) Gustafson of Van Horne, Iowa on September 6, 1958. She graduated from Benton Community High School in Van Horne in 1976 then started her family in 1978 in Van Horne. She later relocated to Geneseo, Illinois before moving to Mesa, Arizona in 1988 where she worked as an Administrative Assistant for many years. In 1989, she married William C. Hamilton in Mesa and they were fortunate enough to celebrate over 33 years together. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Kathy Ann Fisher (Danny) and brothers-in-law Bob Hamilton and Rod Hamilton. She is survived by her husband William, her sons Jarrod Pickering (Julie) of Currituck, North Carolina, Jason Pickering of Mesa, William R. Hamilton (Rachel) of Mesa, step-daughter Andrea (Pickering) Alt of Holbrook, New York, grandsons Duane Pickering, Holden Pickering, Trey Rollman and Greyson Rollman of Currituck, brother Kent Gustafson of Phoenix, Arizona, step-mother Janet Gustafson of Williamsburg, Iowa, mother-in-law Donna Hamilton of Mesa and sister-in-law Patricia (Hamilton) Greer of Mesa, as well as her nieces Kristin (Kevin) Spinler and Laura (Greer) Romero, nephew Kevin (Danielle) Balvin and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday July 17th from noon to three at the American Legion 1018 S. Meridian Apache Junction Az 85120.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be donated to an animal rescue fund to be determined by the family.

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