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Ellen Elizabeth Gines Rees, or fondly called “Ginny” by her husband Lynn Rees, who preceded her in death, was born on March 2, 1935 in Woodland, Utah and passed from this life peacefully on January 15, 2022 at the age of 86 in Mesa, Arizona.

She was one of 12 children born to Rex and Thelma Gines in Woodland Utah.  She is survived by her five children Pam Peterson, Denise (Curtis) Clouse, Allison Riesterer, Lana Mitzel, and Mark (Laurie) Rees, as well as 21 grand children and 45 great grand children.

Our Mother loved to cook and bake.  She was famous for her homemade bread and rolls and made so many wonderful meals while We were growing up.  She always looked impeccable and never a hair out of place.

She spent her life in service to friends, family, and in various capacities as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and greatly enjoyed her many years of employment at Beehive Clothing in Mesa, Arizona.

Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Kleinman Park Ward.  The address is 616 S. Extension Rd., Mesa, AZ.  Viewing will be at 9:00 AM. Followed by the funeral services at 10:00 AM. Interment will be at the Mesa Cemetary.

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Juan Manuel Aguilar, passed away January 8th, 2022 in Chandler, Arizona. He was born to Carla Houston and Tomas Aguilar, Sr. in Chandler, Arizona.

Juan is survived by his parents; children, Xavier, Adrian, and Xochitl Aguilar; siblings, Tomas Aguilar Jr, Monique Orozco, Alysia and Martin Rojas, and Maritsa Aguilar; and Bernadette Gillette the mother of his children, also survived by his 10 nieces and nephews.

He was a loving son, father, brother, and uncle. He will be missed dearly.

The funeral will be held at 9:00 AM Saturday, Januay 22nd, 2022 at Vah-ki Cemetery in Bapchule, Arizona 85121.

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George Andrew Woods passed away peacefully after a brief illness on January 17, 2022, a few weeks shy of his 99th birthday.  He was born in Phoenix, AZ Feb 7, 1923.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George Tennyson and Vilate Harper Woods, siblings James Riley, Winifred, Dorothy Haynie, Kenneth (Toni), granddaughter Jennifer Johnson Hill, and son-in-law Richard Louis Jensen.

He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Ann Shumway Woods, brothers Murray (Ann) and Gordon (Peggy), children Ann Marie Jensen, William (Renée), Rex (Mary), David (Joyce), Larry (Julie), Carol Johnson (Kerry), and Karen Brunsdale (Lenard) as well as 36 grandchildren, 93 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

George was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Army in the European theater.  He landed on Utah Beach, Day Six and traveled through Germany, liberating camps at the close of the war.  

George graduated from ASU and taught chemistry and biology at Mesa High School and Phoenix Union before beginning a career as a chemical engineer.  Ultimately he owned his own water treatment business where he continued to innovate and work, up until last week.

George was well known for his musical talents which he generously shared.  He conducted choirs, directed musical productions, nurtured talent, anchored jazz bands from the piano and played the most peaceful prelude music on the organ for church services.  He was a gifted writer and speaker and had an amazing memory.

George was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where he willingly served wherever he was needed.  His understanding, appreciation and application of gospel doctrine and principles were shared freely. He was generous with his time and means, supporting missionaries and others.  He maintained a beautiful home and yard and hosted memorable gatherings.  

George was a man who never retired, but continued to face the challenges of life.  His example of endurance and perseverance will continue to inspire his numerous posterity. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”  

Internment will be at the Mesa Cemetery.

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Norene Dance Thomas passed away on January 16, 2022, at the age of 88 in Mesa, AZ. She was born on May 5, 1933, in Thomas, Idaho to Leroy and Lillie Noack Dance. She grew up on a farm in Idaho where she learned the value of hard work from her wonderful parents. She grew up in a wonderful family who have all passed except her brother Arnold Dance who she loved dearly. She attended college at Ricks and then transferred to BYU. While attending school she met Elmo Thomas. They were married in the Idaho Falls Temple on September 2, 1955. Shortly after being married, they traveled to Chicago where Elmo attended dental school. After completing school, they moved to California for two years. In the summer of 1961 they moved to Tempe, AZ where Norene resided until May when she moved to an assisted living facility. Elmo passed away at age 60 from cancer. She was the mother of six children. All her children currently live in the valley close to her. Diane and Rex Shumway, currently serving a mission in Brazil, David and Terry, Patty and Tim Larson, Paul and Amber, Stephen and Joanne, and Robert and Kim. She has been blessed with lots of posterity. She has 35 grandchildren, and 51 great grandchildren. She served many years at the Family History Center until it’s closing and enjoyed working there. The funeral will be Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. It will be held at 2707 S. College Ave. Tempe, AZ 85282. Due to funeral constraints, there will be no viewing prior to the services. The family will be happy to greet you after the funeral concludes. She will be buried at the Mesa City Cemetery Monday, January 24, 2022 at 9 a.m.

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Louella Sue (Suzie) Meadows graduated from this mortal life and returned to her Heavenly state, having completed her earthly mission, on Monday, January 17, 2022, in Mesa, Arizona following a brief but severe illness. Suzie was born on January 28, 1949, to Frank Winfred Meadows and Pearl Mae Sanger Meadows in Globe, (Gila) Arizona. She was the sixth of nine children.

Suzie suffered nearly her entire life with brain damage engendered by protracted high fever associated with a combination of whooping cough and pneumonia as a baby. She was assisted by special needs schooling. She was married to Joey Erchanbrack and had two children, Jeremiah Joey (J.J.). and Crystle Lynn.

Suzie had a very difficult life and despite her many challenges, she was able to accomplish many of her goals. She loved attending her Young Women’s group at Church, listening to music, camping family reunions, swimming, and shopping. As her brain damage progressed, Suzie spent her final years at Montecito Post-Acute Care in Mesa, Arizona, where she passed away at age 72. Suzie is survived by brother Jimmie Frank Meadows (Judy), sister Beverly Ann Rice, sister Sharon Deann Howard (Lynn), sister Billie Louise McClellan (Dennis), brother Kenneth Eugene Meadows (Chrys), brother Larry Carwin Meadows, (Stephanie), sister Pamela Jean Scott (Mike), brother David Lynn Meadows, ex-husband Joey Ercanbrack, son Jeremiah Joey Ercanbrack, granddaughter Tanisha Bryan and many nieces and nephews who loved her very much. Suzie was preceded in death by parents, Frank Winfred Meadows and Pearl Mae Sanger Meadows, and daughter Crystle Lynn Ercanbrack. Suzie will be interred at Mesa Cemetery on Monday, January 24, 2022, following a graveside service at 11:00 AM.

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Fredrick Dwight Schnebly, 73, passed away at home in Mesa, Arizona on Saturday, January 15^th, 2022. Dwight was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Anna, 4 brothers,

and 1 sister. He is survived by 10 siblings; his wife, Jean; his 10 children, Peter, Eve, Bonnie Jean, Beth Anne, Ruth, Heather, Gloria, Heber, Igor, and Tanya; 25 grandchildren; and many other friends and family members.

He had many jobs throughout his life. He was in ROTC basic training while attending BYU, graduated with a BA in Elementary Education, and got married the same year. Right after he graduated, he went to engineer officer training.

He was in the Army Reserves while he taught elementary school for several years. He then did active guard duty in the Army, where he got to do lots of traveling. After that he started his own business, a store named Treasures and Trinkets. He later worked as a correctional officer, then a church building custodian, and then he worked at American Airlines. He loved music, gardening (many different kinds), reading, watching movies, and providing for and visiting with his immediate and extended family.

He was always a great missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a formal mission in Italy. He has shared the gospel with many everywhere he went. He has always looked forward to the time when the Savior would come again. He shared that and his knowledge of the beautiful life after this one with anyone who would listen. He talked about the things he would be able to accomplish after graduating from this life. He looked forward to being able to travel very quickly and fly without an airplane.

Many who knew him remember that he loved to play. He often played the good old games of Stink Base, Capture the Flag, Kick the Can, and Annie-I-Over. He played them with his family and others. He also enjoyed playing Risk and other board games. He loved to play with his children, nieces and nephews, and grandchildren. He was a fun Papa, Grandpa, and Uncle.

His funeral service will be held Friday, January 21^st, at the Udall Ward building at 15 W 1^st Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210, with a viewing at 2pm, and funeral at 3pm.

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There will also be a viewing the night before, on Thursday, January 20^th at Bunker Funeral Home at 33 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201, from 6-8pm.

Wallace Alan Turley, an honorable husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2022. Alan was born April 4, 1946 in Mesa, Arizona. He is one of five children born to Wallace and Margaret Turley. 

Alan grew up in downtown Mesa and graduated from Mesa High School. He went on to receive his Masters in Architecture from Arizona State University where he met his bride Millicent Heaton.  They were sealed in the St. George, Utah Temple May 29, 1969. He served in the US Army in Texas for a time after their first daughter was born. They then returned to Mesa and continued to grow their family with six daughters. Shelley (Nathan), Melissa (Jason), Rachel (Michael), Heather (Matthew), Jessica (Joshua), and Joanna (Jared). They have 27 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Alan had a successful career in architecture. He designed the homes they lived in, as well as many schools and community buildings in the area. His projects included Red Mountain High School and Corona Del Sol High School. He also worked on the redesign of Gammage Auditorium at Arizona State University. 

He has served in many ways in his church as well.  He served a 2 year mission to the Southern States Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 19 years old, as well as a service mission in St George, Utah working in the St. George Temple and Church Employment Office in his later years. Alan and Milli served as Temple workers in both the Mesa Arizona and Gilbert Arizona Temples. He has served as High Councilor, Teacher, Bishopric Counselor and Bishop for the church, touching the lives of many through his service.

Alan is preceded in death by his parents – Wallace and Margaret, siblings – Ella Mae (Gerard), Loreine (Claude), Donna, Wayne (Nancy – Living), and his eternal companion Millicent.

Viewing will be January 21, 2022 at Bunker Family Funeral Home Garden Chapel, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201 from 6-8pm. He will be laid to rest at the Mesa Cemetery January 22, 2022 at 10 am, followed by Funeral Services at 1865 S Higley Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295 at 11:30 am.

Our beloved wife, mother and grandma, Nellie Grace Sessions Halliday, graduated from this mortal life on January 11, 2022.  Her  full life began on May 17, 1934 in Auburn, WY, as the youngest of six children born to Nellie Virginia Steed and Delbert Sessions.  She always held a special place in her heart for Auburn where she lived until she was eight years old. Her family then moved to Ogden, UT where she spent the rest of her youth.   She met her eternal love, Ernest Robison Halliday while attending BYU, and they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on June 4, 1957.  They created and nurtured a beautiful family together that will continue throughout the eternities.

Grace worked in a variety of professions including switchboard operator, elementary school teacher, elementary reading specialist, AZ Republic newspaper route, taking pictures for an insurance company and an Avon saleslady for over 20 years.  She loved people and was interested in every detail of their lives.  She had a deep love and concern for our country and was very well informed. She was a voracious reader.  She was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a deep testimony and love of the Book of Mormon and of Jesus Christ which she often shared with her family.  She will be fondly remembered for her love of Christmas (decorations!) and all holidays, her care packages, her affection (orange lipstick kisses), her frugality, her obsession with Fox News, her confidence, her curiosity, her love of family history and her pioneer heritage, her inviting nature, her sincere interest in the happenings of her family, the Wendy’s/temple/ Christmas sleepover, s’mores, 7Up floats, Charlie Brown and Peanuts comics, her generosity, dedication and true love and concern for each member of her family.  She will be dearly missed.

Her greatest joys were her husband, their children and grandchildren.  She is survived by her husband, Ernest Robison Halliday; son Bradford (Cynthia), son Spencer (Rani), daughter Jennifer (Eric Crandall), and son Michael (Amy Jo).  Her legacy will live on in the hearts of her grandchildren David (Mary), Carissa, Erika (Brady), Tyler (Allyson), Emily, Kaitlyn (Corbin), Kyle, Madison (Joe), Amanda, Emma, Rydge, Hannah, Anna, Megan, Jacob, Michael, Mary Ann, and Joseph.

Grace will be laid to rest in the Bountiful City Cemetery, in Bountiful, Utah on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.

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Robert Dale Bagley passed away on January 11, 2022. Dale was born in 1937 in Grants Pass, OR. He served in the US Air Force, served a 2-year mission in Guatemala for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and earned an Associates degree from Cal Poly. He loved to cook. He was a self-described “tough bastard” who loved sharing stories from his life as a meat cutter/inspector and his accomplishments as a USDA Compliance Officer (29 years of service in the Fed Govt). His greatest accomplishment was convincing Sara Sylvia Hastings to marry him in 1961. They lived in numerous areas around the country, including Southern, Central and Northern CA, Utah, Washington DC, Minneapolis, and then finally retired to Arizona in 2000. Dale and Sylvia both served in the LDS Mesa temple for many years.

Dale is preceded in death by his wife of 58-years, Sylvia, grandson Samuel, and brother Terry (Judy). He leaves 3 children: Rob, Ron (Jess), and Cammie (Rich); 7 grandchildren: Robbie, Sara (Luis), Michael (Elise), Zoë, Matilda, Lucinda and Roman; 5 great-grandchildren: Emily, Sylvia, Nixon, Crew and Jude; two brothers: Ted (Tina) and Orin (Cathy), and one sister, Pam (Stan); and two special family members: Dawn and Dan.

Due to Covid, a graveside service will be held at Mesa City cemetery Friday, January 21st at 1:30pm, for friends and family who wish to pay their respects. We ask everyone to follow Covid procedures (masks, social distancing) to respect those with medical conditions and vulnerable family members.

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Gary Lee Grant, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away at the young age of 75 on January 8, 2022, in Gilbert, Arizona. Gary was born December 28, 1946 in Sandy, Utah to Reed Grant and Marguerite Faust. He moved to Mesa, Arizona with his family in 1981. Gary lived a very happy life filled with family, friends, and lots of ice cream. From a young age Gary had much success as an athlete both on the basketball court and the baseball field. That love of sports was passed on to his children and grandchildren. His smile was contagious and was often accompanied by a mysterious tune. And all were fondly familiar with his famous tight lip and clearing of the throat.

Gary was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served diligently and without question. His love for hi s Savior and his Heavenly Father was evident in the way he lived. His faith and love for the gospel was deeply rooted and unshakable. Through all he endured in his life, his unwavering faith was always constant and unchanging. Gary was a kind, honorable man that loved to serve and help others. He had a deep love for his grandchildren and could often be seen taking them on walks in a wagon, creating a meal fit for a picky eater, and playing with them in his back yard. He loved his wife and children deeply and cherished his time with his family. His cheerful demeanor will be greatly missed. His legacy will be carried on by his beautiful wife Carolyn, 7 children, Jonathan (Tami), Christopher (Sharri), Jason (Jaime), Heather (Scott), Sharlene (Tanner), Tiffany (Andrew), Ryan, 25 curious grandchildren, and one great grandchild on the way. He is also survived by two brothers, David C Grant (Jeanne) and Roger J Grant (Lori), and two sisters, Julie Grant and Becky Shamo (Mike). Gary will truly be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His greatest wish was for everyone to feel the Savior’s love as they traveled the rocky road of mortality.

Funeral services will be held at 12 P.M. on Saturday, January 15th, 2022, at the LDS chapel on 1415 E. Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ 85204. Visitations will be on Friday, January 14th , 2022, from 6-8 P.M. at the same building and from 11-11:45 A.M. the day of the service. Services will be broadcast using the Zoom link above.

Mark Rodney Mann died January 11, 2022 in Mesa, AZ. He was originally from Casa Grande, AZ. Born November 24, 1960 at Dugway Proving Grounds Utah, in the U.S. Army hospital. Survived by his wife Christine, six children, and 2 grandchildren. He was a father, husband, uncle, and friend. He served his country as a U.S. Customs Inspector and CBP Officer for over 34 years. He loved the shooting sports. He was a firearms instructor for the U.S. Customs Service. He loved the great outdoors. He fished, bird watched, and hiked. He enjoyed woodworking, home remodeling, reading, and teaching children. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints in Bogota Colombia. He also taught Primary, Sunday School, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. Instead of flowers Dad said, “Just keep your damn money”.

Services will be held at the LDS Chapel at 1911 N. 24^th St., Mesa, AZ on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Visitation is at 9:00 followed by the funeral service at 10:00 a.m. Burial held after services at Mesa Cemetery- 1212 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ.

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Don E. Monti was born on November 17, 1946, and passed away at home on January 8, 2022, in Mesa, AZ.

He was born to Bernard and Della Monti in Spokane, Wa. He is survived by his wife June of 52 years and children Melody, Steve (Christina), Gary (Brittany), and 7 grandchildren Anabel, Marceno, Rylan, Natalia, Kileigh, Giovanni, and Sophia Lauren. He is also survived by his siblings Bill (Janet), Hal, and Michelle. As well as his stepmom Marilyn and many extended family in Utah.

Don was a Vietnam Vet and retired from the Federal Government. He spent his younger years in Southern California where he enjoyed Surfing and hanging with his Dad. Later in life, he enjoyed playing golf and family vacations to California. The most important thing to Don was taking care of his family and spending as much time with them as possible. He also loved Christmas, it was his favorite time of the year.

He will be treasured with a love beyond all feelings and missed with a grief beyond all tears. Your memories will be forever in our hearts, keeping us close until we meet again.

A “Celebration of Don’s life” will be held privately at a future date.

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Lawrence (Joe) Quick Sr. April 4th, 1957 – January 7, 2022

Taken from us to soon by complications of COVID-19.  Joe is survived by his wife of 40 years, Cheryl, sons, Lawrence Jr. (Catherine) and Michael, daughter Abigail, two granddaughters, and one grandson.  Born in Aledo, IL and relocated to Arizona to raise his family.  Joe was a dedicated Marine Corp veteran.  He retired several years ago and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and spending time with his grandkids.  He will be missed by all.  Services are private to family at this time.  Thank you for your prayers and support during this difficult time.  We appreciate the love shown to our family.  Bunker Mortuary is handling the cremation.

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Ron Peters, age 81, took his last breath on this earth at 4:02 AM on January 7th, 2022 in the same room that his wife passed away in 2015 in Mesa, Arizona. I’m sure their reunion was glorious.

Ron was born in Denver, Colorado on November 30th, 1940 to Betty Jane and Eugene Peters. He was the oldest of 3 children. He had 2 younger sisters, Carol and Judy. As a child he joined a group for boys like ROTC called the Highlanders in Colorado from age 8 to 18. He then chose to join the Navy following in the steps of his father who also served the same unit. He enjoyed fishing from Poudre Canyon River and loved bowling. He was quite a good bowler and later taught his daughters to bowl.

He met Kathleen Slay in 1963 and have been inseparable ever since. They married April 10th, 1964 and he became an instant father to Kathleen’s daughter, Debra Jean. In 1965, they had their first daughter together, Rene. Their family continued to grow with Julie, Jolene and Coleen for a total of 5 daughters. He was converted into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church in 1974. They decided they needed to be near a temple so they followed their missionary to Arizona. His family was sealed for time and all eternity in the Mesa Temple and he continued to serve in that same temple for 30 years.

He left behind his daughters and son-in-laws, Rene Medders, Julie and Duane Ockey, Jolene and Mark George, Coleen and Eric Neal as well as his sisters Judy Peters and Carol Dunkle.

He was a grandfather to 16 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

His dog Spanky, which was his everything, will be taken care of by his daughter Jolene.

This is not goodbye…….I know we will meet again.

There is a viewing at Bunker’s Family Funeral Home Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201 on Thursday, January 13th, 2022 from 6-8pm. Funeral service will be at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Friday, January 14th, 2022 at 9:30 am. The chapel address is 37280 W. Bowlin Road, Maricopa, Arizona 85138.

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Madelin Jane Seder, 17 was called home Monday January 3, 2022.  Madelin was a senior at Apache Junction High School.  She led a very happy, and active life filled with family and friends.  She had a special love for music, dancing, painting, and her dogs. She had such a big heart and never met a stranger. We can all take comfort in the knowledge that there is one more angel in heaven.  She is survived by her Mother Christyann Jackson, Father Craig Seder, Brother Ryan Seder, Grandfathers William Jackson, Glenn Seder, Grandmother Deneb Provence, and Great Grandmother Violeta Garneri.

Funeral services will be on January 12th, 2022. There will be a viewing from 2:00-3:30pm with services following immediately after. 

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