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Shemar Lee Skeet “Mar”

Was born on July 11, 2001, aged 20. He passed away on January 22,2022 at Phoenix Children’s Hospital surrounded by his closest family. He is survived by his mother Ursula, father Leander, 3 siblings, Ashley, Damian, Shameka, and his nephews Angel and Lakota. He was a generous, caring, and loving person who put everyone in front of himself. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, contagious giggle, and his kind and compassionate spirit. His love for his car was admirable as was his showmanship of what he could do with his charger, and he will be forever in our hearts. His Celebration of Life will be held on February 12,2022 at 775 N Greenfield Rd. Gilbert,Az 85234 from 12-4pm.

“Hold me oh so close ‘Cause you never know just how long our lives will be.” – Joji

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Jennifer Lynn Myers, loving mother, daughter, and friend was called to her eternal rest on January 31, 2022.  She was born in Mesa, AZ on July 5^th, 1985, and hit the ground running.  She attended Pilgrim Lutheran School and went on to graduate from Red Mountain High School here in Mesa.  Jennifer received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Musical/Performing Arts from Drake University in Des Moines, IA with Distinction.

Jennifer was a devout Christian and served her Lord throughout her short life.  She was very active in her church, working with both youths and adults.  She enjoyed working with the ChrisTeens, Jr. Choir and headed up the Drama Club for the school as well as singing and helping wherever she was needed.

Along with her work at Pilgrim as a teacher and mentor, Jennifer worked tirelessly at Gilbert Parks and Recreation, Dinner Detectives and Silver Star Theater simultaneously.  To say Jennifer was an active soul would be an understatement!  Jennifer devoted her life to sharing her wonderful talents and love for singing, dancing, and performing with anyone and everyone.  She helped many young people push their fears aside and take that leap of faith into the world of performing.  Jennifer loved working with children in her many scenarios of life and held a special place in her heart for each of them.  Jenn, as she was known by all, was also the Gilbert Special Olympics cheer coach, taking them to several successful competitions and strongly believing in their motto of “Seeing the Ability in Disability”.

Jennifer is survived by her son, Charlie, her sister, Heather Vickers, her brother, Kevin, her mother, Debbie, her Aunts (Kathy, Edie and Bea), her Uncles (Mark, David and Richard), cousins, nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father, Allen, and her beloved “Mom-mom”, Anna May.

Jennifer loved what she did, and it showed!  Her co-workers, supervisors, and parents of her students at every venue she served, have expressed their love and admiration for what she did and who she was.  “Jenn was forever singing, dancing, and smiling, and always had time to say hi to my kids whether they were in class or just passing by in the hallway”.  Jennifer was loved and respected by children and adults alike.  She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A celebration of life will be held on March 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Pilgrim Lutheran Church- 3257 E. University Dr., Mesa 85213.

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Rachel Grace Hartman left this mortal life and peacefully slipped through the veil to be with her beloved sweetheart Buddy Hartman Thursday January 27,  2022.

Rachel was born February 20, 1934 in Yadkinville, North Carolina.
She was one of 11 siblings. She met then married her sweetheart Buddy Hartman at the tender age of 16. She and Bud moved their family of 7 from North Carolina to a 5 acre ranch in southeast Arizona in 1967.
Rachel’s life centered around her family and her faith. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where she selflessly served in many capacities two of which were Young Women’s President and Relief Society President to name only a few.
She was mother to 6 children, one who died in infancy and her oldest who passed away 15 yrs ago.
Rachel was a wonderful ‘southern’ cook, an expert seamstress, a gardener, an avid reader and a great storyteller. To our delight, she would often share the most fun and colorful adventures of her past. She loved working crossword puzzles and she was one of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ biggest fans.
But she was a greater fan and champion of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren who she loved and supported fiercely.
Rachel joyously lit up when visited by anyone of them.
Our sweet matriarch along with her Christlike love and example will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her two sons David and Keith and her sweetheart Emory Monroe (Buddy) Hartman.
She is survived by her 4 children and their spouses: Brian Kent Hartman (Myrian), Craig Holder Hartman (Cricket), Tracy Juanita Hartman and Brent Emory Hartman (Heidi).
17 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren with 2 more on the way.
A heartfelt thank you to all who loved our sweet mother.

Funeral services will be held on
Friday February 4, 2022 @
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
1483 N Driftwood
Gilbert AZ 85234

Visitation 9-9:45 am
followed by the funeral service
at 10 am

Rachel will be laid to rest at
Forsyth Memorial Park Cemetery
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Wednesday February 9, 2022
@ 2 pm

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Judy Harper Cates was welcomed to heaven peacefully on January 13^th, 2022, at the age of 64, in the arms of her daughter Nicole and the love of her life and fiancé, Jerry. She was an incredible mother, sister, daughter, friend, and woman.

Judy was the youngest of two children born to Margaret and Wendell Harper on July 11^th, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois. The family relocated to Arizona in 1972, where Judy graduated from Arcadia High School and received her journalism degree from Arizona State University. Her talent for writing and editing turned into a career, she spent just shy of 30 years as the calendar editor for Phoenix Home and Garden magazine.

She got the title of mom, in 1992 when her daughter Nicole was born and again in 1994 when Nicholas joined the family. The love she had for her children was unmatched. Judy loved being the girl scout “cookie mom” and never missed a single little league game!

We will never understand why she was taken from us so early but find peace in the image of her embracing both her parents and her baby boy up in heaven. She will be missed dearly by her daughter Nicole Cates, fiancée Jerry Young, brother Dan Harper, nephew David Harper and the countless close friends she held near and dear to her heart.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Judy’s name to her church La Casa De Cristo at https://lacasadecristo.com/give.

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Helen Barbara Quirk – 94

Born April 22, 1927, passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona on January 28, 2022. She was born in Teaneck, New Jersey to Irish parents, John J. O’Malley and Loretta F. Mullen. Helen married Joseph E. Quirk, Jr. (deceased) of Cresskill, New Jersey on January 5, 1952. They are survived by their children; Laura Jean, Joseph E. Quirk, III, Eileen and Kevin Neal. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey was their home for many years, and they then made Greenville, New York their forever home and lived on their beloved Idawanna Farm for 45 years. In 2020, Helen moved to Mesa, AZ to be near her youngest daughter.

Helen and her husband Joe had eight Grandchildren: Sarah Jean, Erin Corbett, Rhiannon Barbara, Mary Jo, Keenan Joseph, Shamus Cagney, Kyle McLane and Conor Cahill. Further blessed with eleven Great Grandchildren: Liam, Sophia, Emily, Daphne, Landon, Julian, Stella, Alinea, Piper, Olive and Luke.

Helen, long lived Matriarch, cherished her family and loved showing off her wall of family photos to visitors. She loved flowers, cooking, entertaining and travel.

A future celebration of life will take place at Christ the King Cemetery in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey where she will join her beloved husband, Joe.

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Lorna Pearl Fish Carpenter, age 95, passed on to see her husband, AJ, parents, Silas and Pearl Fish, siblings, Al, Margaret, Lalovi, Varena, Mel, and Waldo and grandson, Bennett on January 30, 2022, in Tempe, AZ. She is survived by her six children Jack (LeAnn), Bruce (Lise), Lee Ann (Jim), Brynn (Gordon), Jetaun (Peter), and Lisa (Ed). She is also survived by 29 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren.

Lorna is the product of early Latter Day Saint Pioneers and remained an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints until her death. Her early years were spent growing up in Snowflake, AZ. After high school graduation she attended Arizona State Teacher’s College, which is now Arizona State University.

Lorna was a kind and devoted wife and mother. Her greatest joy in life was her family. Even though her children and grandchildren were scattered across the United States, she tried to attend as many weddings, baptisms, mission farewells, etc. as possible. Lorna was a great organizer and loved to organize family reunions.

A viewing will be held for her on Friday, February 4, 2022 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the Val Vista 9th Ward, 1150 E. Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, AZ at 10:00 AM.

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Daughter of Lottie (Lantrip) and Bobbitt King, Sue was born in Madisonville, Kentucky and raised in Evansville, Indiana.  After graduating High School she moved to Phoenix, Arizona with her family and attended Arizona State University receiving her bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy.  After she married she became a primary school teacher in Arizona.

In 1966 her family moved to Las Vegas, Nevada after her daughter, Tasha, was born and she became a full time mother until the time of her divorce 12 years later.  Having not worked for many years she started back into the workforce as an Assistant Activities Director in a Nursing home.  She became a passionate advocate for seniors becoming a Hospice Volunteer and worked her way up to become the Director of the YMCA Senior Day Care Center in Fullerton, Ca., the only service of its kind in Orange County, and then interim YMCA Director.  She left the YMCA in 1995 and became the Director of Senior Services for the Inland Empire in Riverside California until her Parkinson’s diagnosis and retirement in 1998.

She retired back to Arizona where she lived with her mother and helped care for her until her death.  Even in retirement and moving into assisted living and nursing homes she continued to volunteer and advocate for the seniors around her and was active in the communities she lived in.

She is survived by her daughter Tasha L. Sturm, son in Law Erick A. Sturm, granddaughter Marina H. Sturm and grandson Zane A. Sturm.

A small private ceremony will be held later in the year where she will be buried at sea.  We ask in lieu of flowers that donations be made in her name to The Michael J. Fox Foundation (https://www.michaeljfox.org) for Parkinson’s Research in memory of her 25 year battle with Parkinson’s.

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Mary Jo was born on February 07, 1935, in Joplin Missouri. She left this world peacefully on January 01, 2022, two months before her 87^th birthday. She has now been reunited with the love of her life of 57 years, Alan Ramsdell, who preceded her in death in Sept. 2019.  Also preceding her in death were her dad, Preston Hutcheson Sr., Mom, Maude Hutcheson, brother Preston Hutcheson, Jr. and sister, Maebell.

Mary Jo graduated from Monterey High School, CA in 1953 and then attended Biola University, CA to become a teacher.

She met Alan Ramsdell at the First Baptist Church in Seaside, CA.  Alan was drafted into the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Ord near Monterey, California. They were married on June 10, 1962, at the same church where they met.  In 1964, after Alan was discharged from the Army, they moved to Mesa, AZ where they had their home built.  Mary Jo continued teaching after she moved to Mesa and taught second grade in the Mesa School District.

Mary Jo has been Membership Chair, secretary of the Board and has been the editor of the Society newsletter for the Caledonian Society of Arizona, while Alan served as president during two terms.  She also loved reading books and read several every month.  She and her husband Alan also loved music and sang in various choirs. Mary Jo & Alan never had children, but their “Kids” were dogs and cats throughout their married life. Her latest three “Kids” (cats), Lucky, Celeste and Destiny.

She leaves a special niece Margaret (Sweeney) Lucey of Newburyport, Massachusetts and her husband Fred, a wonderful sister-in-law Penny Ramsdell of Baton Rouge, LA, very special friends Carole Anne Venturelli of Sacramento, CA, Danene Richardson, and Diana Lagarde of AZ, and many other friends.

A memorial service will be held on February 19, 2022, 11 AM at:

Salvation Army Chapel, 241 E. 6th Street, Mesa, AZ

(Donations can be made to the Salvation Army at this same address in Mary Jo’s memory.)

Franklin W. Jackson, 89, died unexpectedly January 29^th, 2022, at Banner Desert Hospital after a brief acute illness.  He was born November 2^nd, 1932, in Groomsville, IN, the son of Lora E. Jackson and Nollie I. Jarrett.

Frank graduated from Kokomo High School in Kokomo, Indiana. He obtained an M.B.A. through Indiana Wesleyan University. Following H.S. graduation, he married Barbara Ann Pickering and they lived in Indiana but resided in Arizona in later years. He served in the U.S. Navy in Washington, D.C. as a cartographer and member of the Honor Guard. He worked for several years in foundry engineering.

He was proficient with computers following local and national politics on-line. He was also an excellent wood worker.  He was a long-time member of the First United Methodist church and enjoyed Bible study.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Dee. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Pickering) Jackson and his two sons, Jeffrey W. Jackson and Steven L. Jackson both of Indiana as well as grandchildren Christopher L. Jackson, Benjamin W. Jackson and Allyson R. (Jackson) Baughman of Indiana as well as two great grandchildren.

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Gordon Robert Demarest, 96, of Mesa Arizona passed away on January 26, 2022. Born October 11, 1925 in Kalamazoo Michigan. He also lived in Florida,  Phoenix, and Michigan.  He was the second of ten children born to James Albert and Orba Demarest. He was a WW II Veteran enlisting in 1944. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Mesa, Arizona. He is survived by two children, six step children, numerous grandchildren, two sisters, two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews. He enjoyed traveling, dancing, singing, teaching and calling square dancing, aviation, and genealogy. He was a lover of people and life. A Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 9, at 2 pm at National Memorial Cemetery- 23029 N Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, Az.85024

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Diann Louise Haws, 79, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2022. She was born to Samuel and Lillian Bender on January 19, 1943, in Mesa, Arizona and she was the oldest of their two children. She grew up in the Lutheran faith and later joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Diann graduated from Mesa High School in 1961 and later attended Arizona State University. She had an assortment of jobs including working at Valley National Bank, court reporting, a newspaper route with the Arizona Republic, and most recently was retired from Mesa Public Schools transportation, but her favorite calling in life was that of a mother and grandmother. She loved doing crafts and was a skilled painter, she did a lot of sewing for her children when they were younger, she enjoyed church activities, and always looked forward to family get-togethers. She was also very supportive of her children’s sports activities and attended every game, recital, performance, and competition that she could. 

On August 30, 1963, she married Gordon Haws. They spent their lives in Mesa, Arizona working hard to raise their four children until Gordon passed in 1997. Diann remained in Mesa, and because she spent most of her 79 years living in the same place, she developed many wonderful relationships within the community. 

Diann was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon; and her parents, Samuel and Lillian. She is survived by her brother, Larry Bender of Knoxville, Tennessee; her children Kurt (Shari) of Ogden, Utah; Karl (Mitzi) of Howell, Michigan; Kristen Barringer of Mesa; and Kasey of Mesa; and her grandchildren Caden (Anna), Luke, Kira, Bailey, Madilyn, Zander, Cooper, and Tayler.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30pm on Saturday February 5th at the LDS chapel located at 2228 E. Brown Rd. Mesa, AZ 85213, with a visitation beginning one hour prior at 11:30. Burial will take place at the City of Mesa Cemetery.

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Bruce H. Juhl, Mesa, Arizona passed away on January 25th, 2022. Bruce was born to Ulrick and Pauline “Bonnie” Juhl, in Estherville, Iowa on January 19th, 1954.

Bruce enjoyed going to the gym and lifting weights while listening to The Doors. At home he loved spending time with his family.

Bruce was proceeded in death by his parents Ulrick and Bonnie Juhl, and his son Corey Juhl.

Bruce is survived by his wife of 28 years, Teresa Juhl, daughter, Alicia Eckenrode and step-children, Tami Bromley, Chandra Rubio, Jarrod Hall and 8 grandchildren who all loved him tremendously and will greatly miss him.

A celebration of life will be planned at a later date.

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Live Stream Link To View Service:

http://mywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org/mesaarizonastake

Ned Simmons Brimley, our beloved father passed away peacefully January 25, 2022, surrounded by the love and laughter of his family. Dad was born January 11, 1943, in Salt Lake City, UT to Nedra Simmons. He married Arlene Evans on August 22, 1969, in the Mesa Arizona temple. He was a blessing to his family and had a fun-loving and jovial personality.

Ned is preceded in death by his sweetheart Arlene Evans Brimley, his eldest daughter Lanae Brimley Peck, his parents James Clyde and Nedra Brimley and many other beloved family members. He is survived by his daughters Kristen Ashcroft (Ben), and Jana Elcock (Sean) and his sons Brian (Shelly), Spencer (Stephanie) and Evan (Morgan), 22 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Dad loved telling jokes, visiting with people who came to grab a sub from his business, Ned’s Krazy Sub, as well as serving others and spending time with his family. Dad was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all his life. He served in a variety of callings in the church and loved the opportunity to share his faith and testimony in Jesus Christ.

The visitation will be held Thursday, February 10, 2022, from 6-8 p.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Mesa Stake Center Chapel, 1050 S. Hobson, Mesa, AZ.  Funeral services will be held Friday, February 11, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., with a brief visitation from 9:30-10:30 am prior to the service. We want to thank family and friends for their prayers and love on behalf of our father.

Funeral arranged by Bunker’s Garden Chapel and interment will be at the Mesa City Cemetery.

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Donna Faye Christensen Molgard 78 Mesa, Az

May 1^st 1943-January 19^th 2022

Our Mother, Sister, Daughter, Grandmother, and Friend, Joined Our heavenly Father.

Donna was born May 1^st 1943 to parents Wendell Christensen and Mother Doris Farnsworth.  She married Jimmy Lynn Molgard in Elko Nevada 1964. They raised 4 children, Steven V. , Laurie D., Jimmy L., Michael L.

Donna was an active and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She was also a proud member of the John Birch Society, and Lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority.

She was a passionate reader, a book in progress of being enjoyed in every room in her home. An avid genealogist, loved game nights, with word games on the top of her list. Creative, kind, witty, and a caretaker to any in need. She resided in Utah, California and Arizona.  She loved to travel with trips to Portugal, Acapulco, Alaska, and Cabo, to name a few.  She also loved road trips, hitting tourist spots and scenic adventures.  Made many lifetime friends and will be so missed.

Preceded in Death and will be joining her Parents, Wendell Christensen and Doris Farnsworth. Her Husband Jimmy Lyn Molgard. and her youngest son Michael Lee Molgard.

Leaving behind, her sister Kenna Hurst and husband Chuck Hurst, and their children, Brian, Stephanie, and Jennifer; Brothers Leland Christensen, and Gary Christensen and partner Hazel.

Surviving Children Steven Molgard and his wife Carra Molgard; Laurie Donnette and fiancé Stephen Boyd; Jimmy Lynn and fiancé Kira Welch.

Grand Children, Lance Molgard and wife Isabell Denise; Cameron Quartuccio and wife Talia; Mandy Quartuccio, Joshua Parsons, Ashlee Miller, Michael Lee Molgard Jr and fiancé Marina; Kyle Molgard, Christian Ouguciko, Madison Molgard, and Logan Molgard.

Great grandchildren. Lilith, Averia, Jordan and Abby.(children of Lance and Isabell) Ellie Nicole (daughter of Ashlee Miller) Sophie Parsons ( daughter of Joshua Parsons) Zoey Jo and Jack Wayne Q (daughter and son of Cameron and Talia Quartuccio) Beatriz (daughter of Michael Lee Jr. and fiancé Marina)

So many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. If I could possibly honor her life and passion for family history I would list them all. She loves us all as family!

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 29^th at 9:30 a.m. in the 76^th Ward Chapel, 1911 N. 24^th St. Mesa, Arizona.

Her remains and those of her son’s Michael will be laid to rest In Willard Cemetery, Willard, Utah next to her husband Jimmy this summer, and a celebration of life for the two of them is being planned. Details will be provided.

Mom, we are going to miss you more than words can ever say, Our rock! Our friend.

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