Obituaries

Richard J. Jacobs“The Man, The Myth, The Legend” age 91 passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. He is survived by his brother Steve, wife Joyce of 61 years, sons Jeff and Guy, daughters Tyla and Tracy.  Five grandchildren, Brooke, Michael, Hannah, Austin and Rachel and Seven great grandchildren Daniel, Dylan, Ryan,...

Our beloved William “Bill” Carter was called home peacefully late Tuesday evening, Jan 28th, at his home in Chandler. Bill, who was affectionately known as “Papa”, spent his last earthly days surrounded by family and friends who comforted him and celebrated his life and legacy.Bill was born on March 30th, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to William and Fawn Carter....

Mrs. Agnes De Vera Gimenez, age 76, died at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona, on Friday, January 24, 2020. The cause of her death was organ failure caused by Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.Born on September 29, 1945 in Manila, Philippines. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Agnes began working...

It is with broken hearts we announce that Stone Blu Moore has passed away in the arms of his parents on Sunday January 26, 2020 at 12:11 a.m.Stone was born on April 3, 2019 at 6:08 p.m. to Charles “Cody” Moore and Makenna McCoy.Stone loved to climb, especially on stairs, and would sneak into the bathroom just to play in...

Timothy Lloyd Gunn, Jr. (TJ)TJ Gunn, was born in Dallas, Texas on April 14, 1978. He died unexpectedly on January 23, 2020, at the age of 41. He grew up in Allen, Texas and Gilbert, Arizona where he had so many friends and relatives.TJ is survived by his wife Tracy, as well as his seven children, Jasmine, Robert, Lacey, Ethan,...

Our beloved mother, Eleanor Mercer, 88 years old, went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2020.Eleanor was raised in Oregon. She attended Southern Oregon College and majored in dental hygiene. She eloped and married Basil Mercer in 1952. Together they raised five children. Basil retired early and they moved to Coeur d’ Alene, ID to live in the...

MAX KILLIAN SCHNEPFI, Max Killian Schnepf, wish to inform you that on January 22, 2020, my work here was completed. My journey to earth came with a round-trip ticket, which I understood would eventually take me back home. Based on my advanced maturity (old age), I have been given a new, exciting assignment, beginning with a grand reunion with long-missed...

On Saturday, January 18, 2020 Carl Joseph Chavez Junior succumbed to complications after a minor surgical procedure. He is survived by his sister Carol Chavez, devoted wife of 47 years Donna (nee Smokvina) Chavez, two loving sons Carl Joseph Chavez III (Joe) and Andy Chavez, daughters-in-law, Brook Jadczak, Tiffany (nee Lloyd) Chavez and two grandchildren Milo and Aris, plus niece...

Larry Dean BergenLarry was born to LaVour (Rudy) and Prilla Shill Bergen in Mesa, Arizona on May 27, 1933.  He passed away peacefully in Mesa, Arizona on January 20, 2020.  Larry attended school in Ogden, Utah graduating from Ogden High School.  He received an Associate’s Degree from Weber State College in Ogden, Utah.  Larry went on to earn his Bachelor...

Dr. Walter “Wally” Sandersof Sun Lakes, Arizona, and formerly of Mattoon, Illinois, died January 9 at his home. He was 94. He was a retired chiropractor who practiced in Mattoon between February 6, 1950, and July 3, 1990, when he closed his practice. A 1943 graduate of Benton Township High School, he attended Missouri College of Chiropractic before graduating in...

Donald Lee LaMorticella1932 – 2020Donald Lee LaMorticella, 87, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2020, in Chandler, AZ.  Don was a long-time Chicago area and St. John, IN, resident and moved to Chandler in 2017.Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 26, at Bueler Chandler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Drive, Chandler, AZ 85225.Rosary prayer is...

Andrue  Michael Morales, known to his family and friends as Drue or Doobie past away much too soon and went to be with the Lord on January 15th. Doobie was born on November 16th 1989 in Chandler Az to Freddy Morales and Leslie Walters Morales. Doobie was the youngest of the children and is survived by his siblings, Kyle Morales,...

Jerrell W. Brooks, (Jerry), USAF Colonel (retired) age 89 passed away on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020 in Chandler, Arizona.Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Chandler Center of the Arts located at 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ  85225.Jerrell W. Brooks was born in San Antonio, Texas to Marion and Viola Brooks...

Yoshiko Shimizu, known as Yo, Mom, and Grandma, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2020, in Gilbert, AZ at the age of 98.Yo is survived by her husband, Frank Shimizu, her children Scott and Cheryl Shimizu, and her grandchildren, Mandy, Casie, and Johnny.Yo was an inspiration and light wherever she went. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she graduated from...

Benjamin “Ben” Joseph Day, beloved father, grandfather, and friend departed this earth on January 10, 2020 at the age of 62, after a sudden onset illness.Ben was born on April 22, 1957 in Bagdad, AZ, the youngest of 5, to Florence and Carl Day. Ben was raised in Chandler, Arizona where he attended Basha Elementary and Seton Catholic High. After...

James LaVar Billsdied January 8, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona. Jim was born August 4, 1935, in Murray, Utah, to Leo DeMont and Elizabeth Steadman Bills. Jim served in the California Mission from 1955-1957, and was sealed to his eternal companion, Marjorie Ann Anderson, on March 25, 1958, in the Salt Lake City Temple. Jim graduated with High Honors from the...

In loving memory of Paul G. Burns born on June 1, 1955. A respectable man of honor and integrity. He was a well known team player within the aerospace engineering industry.  A wonderful husband and father whose love was never ending, and will be cherished by all. Per his wishes, he passed away in his home on January 6, 2020...

Frank L. Sotowent to meet the Lord onJanuary 5, 2020 and rejoin his wife, Rita V. Soto who preceded him in 2015. Born onMarch 14, 1930 in Chandler, where he ultimately raised his children. He passed away in his home surrounded by his loved ones just as he desired it to be. Frank is survived by his six children: Betty...

“Mothers are the people who want your dreams to come true even more than you do. “On January 2nd 2020, Irene Foote passed away after a difficult year of battling through hospital visits, rehab stays, and care places. She was happiest in her home with her bird Fogel and cat Zappy.  Irene loved her family and encouraged them to do...

1/8/2020 Carmene SalineIn loving memory of Carmene Reynolds Saline. Passed away on January 6, 2020.  Born October 19, 1941 in Eagar, AZ. to Emmett and Minnie Reynolds.  Her family moved to Mesa Arizona when she was 11 years old, where she finished elementary school.  She graduated from Mesa High School in 1959.  She also attended Eastern Arizona College and Northern...