Obituaries

Obituaries

Doris Hunsaker

Doris Hunsaker

Oct 17, 2026

In Loving Memory of Doris Hansen Hunsaker

Doris Hansen Hunsaker, age 85, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Chandler, Arizona.

Doris was the daughter of Pauline Peterson and Harvey Hansen. She was one of six siblings, alongside Zeldine, Maureen, Kendall, Boyd, and Kathleen.

On February 4, 1958, Doris married Leo R. Hunsaker in the Salt Lake Temple...

Glen Magdato

Glen Magdato

Oct 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of Glen MagdatoAugust 17, 1973 – October 16, 2026It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Glen Magdato age 53, on October 16, 2026. Though his life ended far too soon, the love he gave, the memories he created, and the lives he touched will remain in our hearts forever.

Born...

Darrell Brent Jones

Darrell Brent Jones

Oct 16, 2026

Darrell Brent Jones, 51, beloved husband and father, and respected business owner, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 16th from cancer. He was born and raised in Tempe, Arizona in a busy household as the sixth of seven children. He graduated from McClintock High School in 1993.

Darrell served an LDS mission in the Ecuador, Guayaquil mission from...

Elayne Marlene Yeoman

Elayne Marlene Yeoman

Oct 12, 2026

Elayne (Tootie) Marlene Yeoman was baptized into the hope of Christ’s resurrection on Monday, October 12, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Clarence “Tom” Yeoman for 66 years, until his passing.Born in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Tootie and Tom moved to several locations around the country before finally settling in Florissant, Missouri, where they made their home for 45 years....

Linda Mae DeLong

Linda Mae DeLong

Oct 11, 2026

Linda Mae DeLong (Szalkay)

Linda Mae DeLong (Szalkay) was born on June 7, 1943, in Toledo, Ohio, to Julia and Stephen Szalkay. She graduated from Toledo Libbey High School in 1961. On July 14, 1962, she married the love of her life, Ralph DeLong, beginning a marriage that would span 50 years.

As her children grew older in the 1970s, Linda returned...

Thelma Fern Craghead

Thelma Fern Craghead

Oct 6, 2026

Thelma Fern Craghead passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on October 6th, 2026 at age 82. She was born to Hubert and Edna Whitford in Riverside California in 1944. She was the mother of 4 wonderful children, grandmother of 12 and great grandmother of 4. She unfortunately lost her 6-year battle with cancer.

Prior to retirement she worked...

Loniece Denesha Jordan

Loniece Denesha Jordan

Oct 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Loniece Denesha Jordan

Loniece Denesha Jordan, also known as Niecy, was born on March 31, 1978, in Moline, Illinois, to Merry Carol Jones and Lonnie D. Jones. She was the oldest of four children, followed by her three younger brothers, Lonnie Devon, Leon Matthews, and Lance Mylo. Niecy spent her early years between Illinois and Iowa before...

Angelia Jeanne Bolden

Angelia Jeanne Bolden

Sep 30, 2026

In Loving Memory



It is with the heaviest of hearts that we say goodbye to a truly amazing woman who left this world far too soon and far too unexpectedly.Angie was a selfless, sassy soul who never hesitated to help someone in need. No matter what she was going through herself, she always found a way to be there for others,...

Betty Jane Hermann

Betty Jane Hermann

Sep 30, 2026

Betty Jane Hermann (nee Goeres) was born in Lemmon, SD in April 1940 and passed on to heaven in September 2026 in Phoenix, AZ.

Betty was a beloved and devoted wife and mother. She was raised in the farmlands of South Dakota, growing up learning the ethics of hard work, family and community that shaped her life. She worked as a...

Sandra "Sandi" Ginn

Sandra "Sandi" Ginn

Sep 27, 2026

Sandra “Sandi” Ginn, 88, of Chandler, Arizona, formerly of the Cedar Rapids, Iowa, area, passed away September 27, 2026, in Chandler, Arizona.

Sandi was born in Sioux City, Iowa, to Phillip and Florence Hilton. She married the love of her life, Wayne, on July 11, 1964. They shared fifty three wonderful years together. Sandi and Wayne resided in Cedar Rapids, Center...

Angie D. Blanco

Angie D. Blanco

Sep 27, 2026

Angie D. Blanco, cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on September 27, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. Born on May 31, 1940, in the close-knit community of Tiger, Arizona, Angie was a beacon of love and resilience throughout her 86 years.

The daughter of Antonio Dominguez and Geronimo Garcia, Angie grew up surrounded by...

Zachary Taylor

Zachary Taylor

Sep 26, 2026

Zachary Taylor, age 57, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on September 26, 2026. He was born on December 13, 1968, in Dallas, Texas, to Stanley K. Taylor and Joanne C. Taylor. He grew up in Dallas and spent his teenage years in San Angelo, Texas.Zack was a lifelong reader with a brilliant, curious mind and a deep love of learning....

Donald R. Paterson

Donald R. Paterson

Sep 23, 2026

Celebration of Life

Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Whitney & Murphy Bueler Mortuary14 W. Hulet Dr.Chandler, AZ 85225In Lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be considered to one of the following:

Wilshire Avenue Community Church Summer Youth Ministries (www.wilshireave.com)212 East Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92832Hospice of the Valley (www.hov.org)1510 E. Flower St.Phoenix, AZ 85014

Donna Leslie Reese

Donna Leslie Reese

Sep 21, 2026

Donna Leslie Reese, of Maricopa, AZ, passed away on September 21, 2026, at the age of 71. She was born on September 8, 1955, in San Diego, Royal and Mildred Sawyers.  Her memory will be warmly held by those who knew and loved her.

After graduating from Central High School in Phoenix, AZ, Donna would go on to spend her career...

Donald Gene Woodard

Donald Gene Woodard

Sep 19, 2026

Donald Gene “Don” Woodard June 28, 1937 – September 19, 2026

Donald Gene “Don” Woodard, 89, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on September 19, 2026. He was born June 28, 1937, in Clay Center, Kansas.Don proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1959 before making Arizona his home. He was the longtime owner of Sunnyslope Auto Repair and...

Hazel McClary

Hazel McClary

Sep 17, 2026

Johnnie Hazel Jack McClary, affectionately known as Hazel, was born August 14, 1932, in Dekalb, Mississippi to John Jack and Birdie Lee Stewart. One of four daughters, Hazel was blessed with a long and remarkable life. Hazel departed this life September 17, 2026, at the blessed age of 94.

As a young girl Hazel moved to Chicago, Illinois and eventually met...

Timothy "Tim" Ronding

Timothy "Tim" Ronding

Sep 12, 2026

Please join us as we gather to honor, remember, and celebrate the life of Tim Ronding. While our hearts are heavy with his passing, we find comfort in sharing the stories, laughter, and light he brought into all of our lives.

A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Whitney & Murphy Bueler Mortuary, located at 14...

Marc Etienne Olivier

Marc Etienne Olivier

Sep 11, 2026

Marc Etienne OlivierOctober 4, 1970 ~ September 11, 2026Marc Etienne Olivier, the beloved and only son of Beatrice and Albert Olivier, was born in Kettering, Ohio, and moved with his parents to Arizona in 1978.

The Oliviers found a church family at Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, where Marc served as an altar boy. A talented musician and athlete, Marc...

Sandra L. Lix

Sandra L. Lix

Sep 10, 2026

Sandra L Lix (Chipps) was born June 12, 1947 in Denver, CO. to James Raymond Chipps and Geneva Anna Steismeyer.

She passed September 10, 2026 in Mesa, AZ peacefully surrounded by love.

Sandy was a lifelong educator. Many lives were touched by her goodness, from her in-home daycare ‘Sandy’s Camp’ where she was lovingly known as “Mommy Sandy”, to her tenure at...

Piotr "Peter" Jewusiak

Piotr "Peter" Jewusiak

Sep 9, 2026

Piotr “Peter” Jewusiak passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 82.

Born on August 15, 1944, Peter will be remembered with love by those who knew him and by the family who shared in his life. 

He is survived by his beloved wife, Jolanta Jewusiak; his daughter, Bobbie Henderson, and her husband, Daniel; and his cherished granddaughters, Julianna Henderson...