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Obituary for Roxanne Ruth Charley

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Roxanne Ruth Summers Charley passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2014 on her own terms. She died peacefully and softly, being reconciled with the turn of events that ended her very busy and active life.
Roxanne was born to Eleanor and Patrick Summers of Portland, Ore., on June 2, 1950, being the youngest in a family of five children. She completed her formal education at Marshall High School and then launched herself into the world eager for adventure, change and more education, in the way she wanted to learn.
She was mother to Cara Kiley, who pre-deceased Roxanne April 20, 2010. Cara was the best adventure Roxanne ever had in life. In a way they helped each other grow up, having secured a fierce love for each other and a bond that carried them through life’s rough patches.
Roxanne had an interest in many things and a passion for a few things that brought her much pleasure and satisfaction. She cherished family first, loved her friends and expressed a caring heart to her community at The Rim.
She felt an organic and deep connection for her dog Souka, a rescued Portuguese street dog. It was love at first site and Souka was determined to have Roxanne in her life. A love affair was born that never failed Roxanne, and Souka became the one steady constant Roxanne could rely on.
She had a passion for golf, an eye and love for beauty on all levels, she enjoyed keeping fit, using yoga, scuba diving, hiking, golf as the choices of fitness, she found endless pleasure in flowers and gardening, and was ultimately a jeans and T-shirt girl at heart.
She lived in Portland until she discovered the joys of living in the endless sunshine of Scottsdale, Ariz. Having built a second home in Desert Highlands with her previous husband, Fred Charley, she discovered just how much sun, golf and her Arizona friends satisfied a need in her, and so she stayed.
Outgrowing the Scottsdale lifestyle as she knew it, she opted for three years of life as an ex-pat living in southern Portugal. She blossomed with new friends, a new passion helping save countless, neglected street dogs, which ultimately brought her Souka.
After returning to Scottsdale, she found the community to live, work and play in that reflected her mature and soft side, in Payson. Here she infused her love of people, golf and the outdoors with her upbeat energy and her desire to keep The Rim a vibrant, healthy and active community that would reflect a desirable place to live and play. She had found her home. Consequently she touched dozens of lives in the area in a positive and effervescent way. The loss of her influence and personality was felt immediately and she would be a little surprised at how deeply she is already missed. She is one of those people who leave lasting footprints on one’s heart and those footprints now become a thing to cherish, remember and reflect upon.


Obituary for David Michael Powell

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David passed away Friday, April 25 in Elko, Nev. David was born July, 1990 in Payson, Ariz. to Donny and Liz Powell. He lived in Payson until he graduated high school, then he moved to Elko, Nev. where he joined Operating Engineers Local 3 Union to run heavy equipment with his father, Donny Powell. David loved to work and the opportunities to learn and operate several different pieces of equipment. Although David loved what he did, he always called Payson his home.
David is survived by his mother, Liz Powell (Bob); his father, Donny Powell (Lisa); sister, Karlyn; step-brother, Skyer; his grandmothers, Ann Combs and Marie Knaus; aunt, Yvonne Webster (Kelly); uncles, Bill Powell and Erik Van Kerkwyk; several cousins, Dashney, Dana (Leroy), Garrett (Nichole), Timbur, Camille, William, Sailem, Chandra, Dia, Carlin, Wyatt, John Leroy, Hollie (Gary), Destiny, Tylor, Colten and Donnie.
Also left behind are special friends Robin Nelson (Christian), Taylor Rose Hardt; also left behind are the two remaining D’s, Danny and David Morris, and many, many more friends. David will be Forever in our Hearts!
David was preceded in death by his uncle, Gene Powell.
Visitation is Saturday, May 3 at 10 a.m. and funeral services to follow at 11 a.m. at the Messinger Funeral Home at 901 S. Westerly Road, Payson, Ariz. with graveside to follow.

Obituary for Elizabeth Ann Conover

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Elizabeth Ann Conover, 71, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Rome, N.Y. to Ralph and Winifred Sehn Sr. on April 14, 1943.
Her family includes brothers Ralph (friend Barbara), Jerry (predeceased in 2006), Bill (friend Margaret) and John; sisters Betty Golly, Jeanette, Jean and Mary (Kenny) Burkert.
She graduated from Madison Central School in 1960, went to college in Geneseo, then relocated to Glendale, Calif., where she met her husband Charles of 47 years. They have two sons, Major Michael (Heidi) Conover, USMC (Ret) and Commander Mitchell (Becki) Conover, USN; seven grandchildren, Hannah, Bethany, David, Mitchell Jr., Abigail, Lauren and Sarah.
Also surviving are two sisters-in-law, Kate Shandra, Montana and Marion (Randy) Rohrer, California; many nieces and nephews, cousin Ann Brady, extended family and friends.
She was a member of Ponderosa Bible Church, a Women’s Bible Studies teacher and a counselor at New Beginnings Pregnancy Center.
She loved gardening, playing piano, spending time with grandkids and family whenever possible.
Donations in her memory may be sent to: New Beginnings Pregnancy & Parenting Center, 701 S. Ponderosa, Suite A, Payson, AZ 85541 or Reach Out to Recovery Breast Cancer Support Group, c/o Ilona Swenson, 302 N. Whitetail Dr., Payson, AZ 85541.

Obituary for Margaret Eleanor Roth

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Margaret Eleanor Roth was born July 1, 1922 and died April 18, 2014.
All of Margaret’s closest family members have preceded her in death. However, Margaret had many friends that shared her faith.
Margaret had a wonderful hope of the resurrection which she many times has shared with her neighbors. Isaiah 26:19 says that the dead will live again. John 11:43, 44 shows us the power Jesus had through his Father that he can perform this miracle of bringing ones back to life. We can also be assured that while they are awaiting coming back to life they are simply sleeping in death with no pain or suffering (Ecclesiastes 9:5). Her hope was so sure because in Job 14:13-15 it says that God has a yearning for the work of his hands in regards to bringing ones back to life.
For further information, contact the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at (928) 472-7867.

Obituary for William Robert Swanstrom

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William Robert Swanstrom was born Aug. 14, 1955 to Robert and Joyce of Bloomington, Minn. He died April 12, 2014.
He moved to Phoenix in 1973 where he started his roofing carrier.
He was a very giving man, looking out for his friends, and even offering money to those he didn’t know. Always joking with everyone, always helping out where he could. A very avid hunter, inviting all that needed to hunt in his area, to stay at his home in Strawberry. He loved spending time at the lake, or a beach when possible. Working on home projects, boats, or whatever people needed, he was more than happy to help. He will be very missed by all who knew him!
Survivors include his wife Julia, stepson Jake, and great-nephew Andrew. There will be celebration of life at a future date.

Obituary for Mary Frances Cahalan

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Mary Frances Cahalan, 83, of Payson, Ariz., passed away at home on Sunday, April 27, 2014, with her husband of 61 years by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Fran was born on Dec. 31, 1930 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Prior to attending the University of St. Louis (Mo.), she graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in 1949. On April 11, 1953, she married Albert James Cahalan.
The family moved to Des Moines, Iowa in 1955 where they raised their four children: David, John, Maureen and Bill. Payson, Ariz. became Fran and Al’s new home town in 1994.
Never one to be idle outside of working in secretarial/administrative positions and full-time motherhood, Fran was active in Cub Scouts, baseball, the Sunday Meal Program at St. Ambrose Cathedral and other civic activities in Des Moines. Payson’s community was blessed with her time and care at the St. Vincent de Paul Community Food Bank, Community Kids and the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (volunteer park guide). Fran and Al were also blessed to be able to travel across the country and the world to include Italy, Turkey, Greece, South America, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam.
Fran’s unlimited energy, spirit, compassion, humor and love of family, friends and life made her the best wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend that anyone could ask for.
Survivors include her husband, Albert; daughter, Maureen Cahalan, Payson, Ariz.; son, Bill (Sonya), El Paso, Texas; daughter-in-law, Theresa Cahalan, Mesa, Ariz.; grandchildren: Shaun Cahalan, Sara Cahalan, Jaime Mendez, Andrew Cahalan, Zachary Chenoweth, Joshua Cahalan, Lisa Cahalan and James Cahalan; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her sons, John (July 2002), David (March 2011), her parents and four siblings.
Fran donated her body to the University of Arizona Willed Body Program in hopes that her death may benefit others in the future.
Memorial Mass is scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, May 10, 2014 at St. Philip the Apostle Church in Payson, Ariz. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to a charity or cause of the donor’s choice.

Obituary for Richard Cave Doggett III

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Richard “Cave” Doggett III, age 75, of Pine, Ariz., passed away peacefully on April 17, 2014, following a short battle with renal cell carcinoma. 
Cave was born Nov. 10, 1938 in Larkspur, Calif., to Richard “Cave” Doggett II and Mary Lois Gross. A truck driver, he retired 35 years accident free, hauling fuel for Redwood Oil Company in Santa Rosa, Calif. 
Survivors include wife, Dianne M. (Booth) of Pine, Ariz.; two daughters, Michelle L. Gosser (Kevin) of WaKeeney, Kan., and Amie C. Doggett of Pine, Ariz.; two sons, Richard C. Palmer (Kris) of Campbell, Calif., and Ray R. Doggett of Pine, Ariz.; grandson, Cole M. Caruthers of WaKeeney, Kan.; granddaughter, Crystal M. Caruthers of Abilene, Texas; and sister, Gloria Doggett of Sherman Oaks, Calif. He also leaves behind his beloved dogs, Paco and Gypsy. 
Cotati, Calif. was home prior to retirement. His passions were annual vacations and outings with the family, movies, dogs, computers and the great outdoors. Cave was baptized into faith in Jesus Christ on Feb. 29, 2004 at Penngrove Community Church, Calif. A memorial service was held in celebration of his life at the First Baptist Church of Pine, Ariz., on April 22, 2014.

Obituary for Viola E. Legg

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Viola E. Legg, 92, of Tempe, Ariz., passed away on April 24, 2014. She was born in Cody, Neb. on April 29, 1921. She married Richard (Dick) Legg on Oct. 12, 1940 in Everett, Wash.
Vi managed her husband’s insurance business in Arizona for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star in Portland, Ore. and a member of Soroptimist International in Arizona. She was an avid card player and was always up for a game of canasta and pinochle.
She spent most summers in Strawberry, Ariz. at the cabin she and her husband built. She is survived by her daughter, Virginia Legg of Prescott, Ariz.; and her son, David B. Legg of Queen Creek, Ariz. She was predeceased by her son, Richard (Dick) Legg Jr. She had 10 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held later in the year.
Mom, you will be missed.


Obituary for Robert Lee Steininger

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Robert Lee Steininger, 86, passed away peacefully April 28, 2014 at Hospice Compassus in Payson. He was born Jan. 25, 1928 in Dallas, Texas. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
He grew up in Detroit with his three brothers and two sisters.
His wife Helyn passed away with cancer in 2005 after 50-plus years of marriage.
He enjoyed horse racing, playing cards, fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his son, Mark Steininger; his daughter, Debra Horton; along with four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Robert Steininger will be greatly missed. May God Bless the Memory of Robert Lee Steininger.

Obituary for Janice Arlene Palmer

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Janice Arlene Palmer, 66, of Tonto Basin, passed away May 5, 2014 from heart failure.  
She was born Nov. 6, 1947 to John J. and Maxine Markley in Bellefontaine, Ohio.
She loved camping and being with her family and many friends.  
Jan never turned away someone in need and was a mother to more than her own. Jan was the former owner of Punkin Center West, Punkin Center Lodge/Bar and Cactus Flats and was also a real estate broker.  
Survivors include stepdaughter Vicki Romanek (Don) and sons Rob Palmer (Christie) and Fred Palmer, sisters Michelle Markley and Elaine Vick (Harlan) and brothers John J. Markley Jr. (Diana), David Markley (Kelly), Alan Markley (Karen) and Rick Markley. Jan had 10 grandchildren that were her pride and joy: Eryn Sikich (Wesley), Robert McKean (Chanel), Leah McKean, Dirk VanDerMeer, Rebecca Diaz, Eddie Diaz, Krystal Romanek, Melissa Gillson (Brent), James Martin and Thomas Russo. She was very proud of her seven great-grandchildren, Ryland, Gavyn, Adriana, Olivia, Brooke, Brody and one on the way. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.
Jan was preceded in death by her parents, son Eddie Palmer, stepdaughter Valarie McKean and nephew John J. Markley III.
A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, May 17 at Cactus Flats, Tonto Basin.

Obituary for Anna Louise Hough

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Anna Louise Hough, 89 years old, peacefully passed away May 8, 2014. Anna was born in Shepherd, Texas on Nov. 16, 1924 to James Philip and Lena Fain Kirby, joining older brother James “Philip” Kirby Jr. After graduating from high school, she attended a Clerical College in Houston, Texas.
Anna was preceded in death by Travis “Howard” Hough whom she met and married in Texas in 1945. When the war ended, they moved to Arizona, ending up in Casa Grande where they spent 42 years. After Howard’s death in 1994, Anna moved to Payson to be near her daughter. She has been an active member of the Payson United Methodist Church and the Ponderosa Chapter of Eastern Star.
She is survived by her daughter, Donna Snyder and son-in-law, Frank Snyder; her son, Travis H. Hough Jr. and daughter-in-law, Jacque Hough; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren and two nieces.
Services will be held at the Payson United Methodist Church at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 14, 2014.

Obituary for Charles H. Walker

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After 89 years, Charles “Charlie” H. Walker passed away peacefully at home in Payson on Friday, April 25, 2014. Born Oct. 24, 1924 in Newport, N.H., Charlie lived in Arizona since 1973. 
During World War II, he served honorably with the U.S. Army Air Corps. By profession, Charlie worked in television and radio service and sales, retiring in 1975.
 Charlie will be missed by his wife, Lula; his children, Bari (Ronald) Ellis, Terry (Ofelia) Walker, Ron (Doris) Walker, David (Betty) Lyons, Jim (Shirley) Lyons, Steve (Faye) Lyons, Sharon (Karl) McCormick, Connie (Robert) Gearhart and John Collins; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey and son, Chuck Collins.
Charlie was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on July 29, 1956. It brought him great joy to share his Bible based hope with anyone who would listen.  He served as an elder for many years in the Payson Congregation. He always talked about the joy of being in the New World with all of his Loved ones in the very near future. Revelation 21:3-5.
Friends are invited to join Charlie’s family at the memorial service at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2014 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1616 N. McLane Rd., Payson, Ariz.
Donations in his name may be made to Hospice Foundation, 511 S. Mud Springs Rd., Payson AZ.

Obituary for Violet L. Price

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Violet L. Price, born Oct. 5, 1923 in Monroe, Wisc., passed away at her home in Colcord Estates on Monday May 5, 2014, where she lived since April, 2006. She is predeceased by her loving husband Lew and son Roger.
She is survived by her daughters, Anne Notz and husband Miles, Mari and Joanie Price; grandsons, David Price and Michael and Matt Notz; and brothers, Roger Bushnell in Wisconsin and Lloyd Bushnell in Sun City, Ariz.
Violet served in the Navy in WWII where she met her husband. She was active in the DAR and held various positions throughout the organization. She worked with the state ROTC programs and also volunteered at the Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Obituary for Robert Lawrence

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Together again
On April 19, 2014 Robert (Bob) Lawrence went to join his beloved wife of 68 years, Elizabeth, who preceded him in death Sept. 27, 2010. Bob was born on Oct. 9, 1917 in Dixon, Ill. Beth was born Feb. 3, 1921.
They met and were married in Minnesota in 1942. Bob served in the South Pacific with the Navy Seabees. After the war, they moved to Grand Canyon where Bob worked for the Santa Fe Railroad as a machinist. They moved to Boulder City, Nev. in 1954 and Bob worked for Stauffer Chemical Company. He was transferred to Louisiana in 1972 where they stayed until his retirement. They then moved to Texas to be close to their favorite fishing lake. They moved to Payson in 2010.
They were famous for their hospitality and were active members of the Southern Baptist Church.
They are survived by two children, John (Roberta) Lawrence of Rio Rancho, N.M. and Cathie (Pete) Jackson of Payson, Ariz.; 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.
They will be buried in the Veterans Cemetery in Boulder City, Nev. on May 23, 2014.
Friends and family join in wishing them God speed. They will be missed.

Obituary for Billy G. Young

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Billy G. Young went to be with his lord on May 9, 2014. He was born July 4, 1922 in Detroit, Mich. to William and Jesse Young. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the 58th Bomb Wing of the 20th Air Force in the China-Burma-India Arena as a Technical Staff Sergeant and Gunner on the B17, B25 and B29 planes.
On Aug. 24, 1945, he married Lucile A. Hamilton who preceded him in death in 2010. They lived in Plymouth, Mich. most of their married lives and retired to Payson in 1984.
Bill was active in the community working with various organizations and the local VFW. He was also a driver for the Veterans Administration, driving patients to and from their appointments in Phoenix.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Elaine Frederick and stepsister, Marian Steele; and grandson, Benjamin Young.
Bill and Lucile raised four children who are survivors: Nancy (Richard) Aseltine of Saline, Mich.; Susan (Donald) Brodowicz of Munith, Mich.; Charles (Terrie) Young of Cedaredge, Colo.;  and Michael (Carol Walker) Young of Berlin, N.H. He is also survived by grandchildren: Stefani, Jeffrey, Adam, Ryan, Nyla and Amanda; along with great-grandchildren, Kyle, Atris, and Titus; his sister, Marie Teeple and stepsister, Virginia Foxworthy. 
A memorial service will be held at Rock of Ages Lutheran Church at 11 a.m., Friday, May 23, 2014 and a brief service at the VA Cemetery in Prescott at 3 p.m.
Donations in Mr. Young’s name may be made to the Rim Country Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 305, Payson, AZ 85547.


Obituary for Eugene A. Fritz

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Eugene A. Fritz, USAF Retired, was born June 6, 1930 in Jasper, Ind., and passed away May 12, 2014 in Payson, Ariz.
The following is dedicated to him:
HE IS NOT DEAD
I cannot say, and I will not say
That he is dead. He is just away.
With a cheery smile, and a wave of the hand,
He has wandered into an unknown land
And left us dreaming how very fair
It needs must be, since he lingers there.
And you — oh, you, who the wildest yearn
For an old-time step, and the glad return,
Think of him faring on, as dear
In the love of There as the love of Here.
Think of him still as the same. I say,
He is not dead — he is just away.
— by James Whitcomb Riley
His Friend for Many Years,
Joe

Obituary for Carolyn Nettie Wall

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Carolyn Nettie Wall passed away May 14, 2014 after a brave and valiant fight with cancer. Preceding her in death are her parents, Worth and Violet Donahue; and cousins, William and James Donahue.
Carolyn is survived by her husband of 25 years, Kevin Wall of Payson, who lovingly cared for her throughout her illness.
Mother to Aaron Bartlett (Jennifer Bartlett) of San Francisco, Calif., Maria Witte (Klaus Witte) of Florence, Ore., Tanya Duarte (Jose Duarte) of Douglas, Ariz., Eli Sentman (Rajni Oberoi) of Los Angeles, Calif. Grandmother of Kathleen Zajicek, Joseph Zajicek, Robin Forrest (Beth Mottweiler), Makenzie Duarte, Aidan Bartlett, Nate Bartlett, Jameela Oberoi Sentman. Great-grandmother of Melina Forrest; sister of Gloria Levesque (Richard Levesque); cousin to Bob Donahue (Barbara) and Mary Ann Hall (Chuck).
Carolyn has many extended family and special friends including Jimmy Jordan, Mary Bradley, Carmen Baldwin, Omar Nelson, Jenny Caster, Carol Mathewson, the Wall Family and many more.
Carolyn was born April 13, 1937 in Chicago, Ill. where she was raised. She lived there for 20 years where she studied acting at the Goodman Theater. She moved to Minneapolis, Minn. in the late 1950s where she married her first husband, divorced, then married her second husband and began to raise three of her four children. In Minneapolis she continued acting at the Guthrie Theater and was also involved in the art scene.
After 10 years in Minneapolis, Carolyn moved with her family to live with friends on a farm in Oregon. She gave birth to her fourth child in Eugene. In 1976, she began her studies at the University of Oregon where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism as well as completing postgraduate work. In 1986, she grew tired of the Oregon rain and moved her family to sunny Arizona.
It was in Arizona that her career as a professional journalist blossomed. Carolyn worked as a reporter for the Bisbee Gazette, Bisbee Observer, Sierra Vista Herald, KDAP radio, and the Douglas Dispatch. In 1990, she married Kevin Wall. In 1998, they moved to Payson to be closer to Carolyn’s father and sister who were residents there. In Payson, she continued her journalistic adventures writing for the Payson Roundup, Rim Country Gazette, and the Mogollon Connection. She also had her own blog, The Payson Daily Bugle. Regarding her own life, she wrote, “It has been a life reflecting individuality, a life of spirit, color and infinite possibilities, explored and unexplored.”
Carolyn freely shared her kind, loving heart with all who came within the circle of her friendship including many dear friends from all over the country.  She will be fondly remembered for her free spirit, her love of animals, betting the horses, going to the theater and for the thrill she got from hunting for thrift store treasures and finding the best bakeries with her sister, Gloria. 
The family would like to extend their sincerest appreciation to Hospice Compassus of Payson and especially her loving nurse, Kori Wells, whom Mom said is now her unofficially adopted child, and to all who provided support and care to Carolyn and to her entire family.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to suggest donations toward family expenses or to Hospice Compassus. Family donations can be sent to Kevin Wall, 918 E. Willow Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. Donations to Hospice may be sent to Rim Country Hospice Foundation P.O. Box 305 Payson, AZ 85547.
Carolyn gifted her organs to scientific research in order to help find a cure.
Memorial service will be held June 22, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Cross Lutheran Church, 601 E. Highway 260, Payson Ariz.

Obituary for Misti Isley DeCaire

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Misti Isley DeCaire, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2014 from heart complications. She was born March 23, 1926 in North Dakota. Misti was a life-long career veteran, caregiver, mother, wife and so much more.
Misti owned and operated the Veterans Helping Veterans Home and Misti Solutions at 606 S. Beeline here in Payson.
She is survived by her husband, Greg DeCaire; daughter, Linda Pickering, Portland, Ore., and daughter, Sheree Imm, Caldwell, Idaho. Misti was a beautiful person, loved by many and will be missed by all!
At Misti’s request there are to be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Veterans Helping Veterans at Compass Bank or to Hospice Compassus.

Obituary for John Desmond Whelan

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John Desmond Whelan, 81, of Payson, passed away in Scottsdale, Ariz. following a short illness.
Dad (also known and loved as “Uncle Des” and “Grandpa John”) was born in San Jose, Calif. in 1932 and while he lived in the Bay Area for most of his life, he counted his 10 years in Payson as some of the happiest in his memory.
An outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish, he was always at his most content when relaxing in his back yard with friends and family. We will remember him always for his open, loving heart, his irreverent sense of humor, and his generous and trusting nature.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ivon and father, Edward; his brother, Ted and sister, Ann; and by his son, John Timothy Whelan.
He is survived by Anita, his wife of 58 years; his daughter, Lori (Keith) Nelson; and by grandchildren, Sandra and Zachary Nelson.
A Celebration of his life will be held at 10 a.m. on May 24 at the Church of Holy Nativity, 1414 N. Easy St., Payson, Ariz.

Obituary for Howard Garrett Matthews, Jr.

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Howard Garrett (Gary) Matthews, Jr. passed away in his sleep at home in Pine, Ariz., on May, 16, 2014, after a long history of serious health issues.
He was born Oct. 27, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Howard Garrett Matthews and Barbara Joan Gonseth Matthews.
He is the father of two sons, Anthony Garrett Matthews, living in Florida, and a second that he gave up for adoption.
He worked for most of his life in the auto parts business until his retirement almost three years ago. He is the eldest of five sons born to his parents.
He was preceded in death by his mother and two brothers, Kenneth George Matthews and Clark Roberta Matthews. He is survived by his father, his son in Florida, and two brothers, James Stephan Matthews and Brent Higham Matthews.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Pine Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 11 a.m. Inurnment will be at Vine Bluff Cemetery in Nephi, Utah.

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