Bette Lee Whetten passed away peacefully March 3, 2013 after many years of living with the debilitating disease, ataxia.
Mrs. Whetten was born in Garcia, Chihuahua, Mexico as the third child of six given by the Lord to Albert and Pauline (Turley) Beecroft. She married Anthony C. (Tone) Whetten in 1950 and they recently marked their 63rd anniversary.
Mrs. Whetten was preceded in death by her parents; older sister, June Martineau; grandson, Rhett Whetten; and great-granddaughter, Alli Hanson.
She is survived by her husband, Anthony Whetten of Payson; brothers, Jack Beecroft of Linden, Glen Beecroft of Taylor and William “Billy” Beecroft of Heber; and little sister, Lynette Owen of Heber.
“Lita” as her grandkids knew her, was blessed with three children of her own, Anthony C. Whetten Jr. (Stephanie) of Payson, Rhonda Jean East (Murry) of Tucson and Johnny Lee Whetten (Bernadette) of Payson. From this union, Lita leaves a legacy of 14 grandchildren and a multitude of great-grandchildren.
In her 80 years on this earth she was fortunate enough to travel extensively with her family. Tone and Bette have been around the world twice and have sailed on 64 cruises. She and Tone loved to dance and proudly professed that they have literally “danced their way around the world!”
She is now reunited and in the arms of her family and her father-in-heaven and we are so very happy that she can once again use her arms to hug them all and her legs to dance.
We will miss our loving wife, mom, “Sis,” Lita. She left us with a lifetime of fond memories, but none greater than a smile that would brighten up the room, never ending hospitality, sometimes brutal honesty, stubbornness and of course her homemade tamales and corn tortillas. Oh yeah, especially those homemade tortillas!
At Bette’s request, a graveside only service will be held for family and close family friends at 1 p.m., Friday, March 8 at the Heber cemetery with a reception immediately following at the Heber LDS church.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice Compassus, 511 S. Mud Springs Rd., Payson, AZ 85541.

God called Christopher Alan Johnson home Saturday, March 2, 2013.
Chris was a wonderful son, brother, father, husband and friend.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his daughter, Skylar Justine Dineen-Johnson; son, Chase Alan Johnson; wife, Amanda; mother, Diane; sister, Debbie (Marty) Wimpee; nephews, Jared Ford and Derek Wimpee and their families; and mother-in-law Christine Blades.
Mr. Johnson’s organs were donated to the military personnel and will live on forever.
Services will be held Saturday, March 9 and Ramada 5 at Rumsey Park.
For additional details, contact Amanda Johnson, (928) 978-2891 or Skylar, (480) 295-1948.

Kenneth Eugene Parrigon, 76, passed away Feb. 25, 2013 in Payson. He was born Feb. 20, 1937 in Aurora Mo.
Mr. Parrigon resided in Arizona for 33 years and was with the Knights of Columbus, attended the Catholic Church and was a Navy veteran.
His father, Earl Parrigon and his mother, Rose Elbert, both of Missouri, preceded him in death.
He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Parrigon of Mesa; son, Joseph Parrigon of Glendale; brothers, Allen Parrigon and William Parrigon; and his loving wife of 46 years, Mary Ellen Parrigon, the mother of Barbara and Joseph.

God called Christopher Alan Johnson home March 2, 2013. He was a wonderful son, brother, father, husband and friend, writes his family.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his daughter, Skylar Justine Dineen-Johnson; son, Chase Alan Johnson; wife, Amanda; mother, Diana; father, Robert Barrett; sister, Debbie (Marty) Wimpee; nephews, Jered Ford and Derek Wimpee and their families; and mother-in-law Christine Blades.
Mr. Johnson’s organs were donated to military personnel and will live on forever.
Services will be held Saturday, March 9 at Shiloh Christian Fellowship, 501 E. Rancho Rd., Payson, (928) 474-3138.

Scott R. Nelson, 48, loving father and devoted husband, passed away March 4, 2013.
Born Dec. 14, 1964, in Jamestown N.Y., he had made his home in Payson for 18 years.
Family members described him as a loving, caring, hardworking and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend.
Mr. Nelson was preceded in death by his brother, Randy C. Nelson; and his parents, Robert L. and Mary Lee Nelson.
Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Nisa L. Nelson; son, Ryan Tyler Nelson; daughters, Nikol Phillips and her husband Matthew Phillips, and Randee Lee Nelson; brother, Troy Nelson and his wife Joi Nelson; nephews, Christopher Nelson and Wesley Nelson; and niece, Mary Nelson.
A service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 9 at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly.
Condolences may be sent to Nisa, Nikol or Randee at 8046 W. Cherry Ann Lane, Payson, AZ 85541.

Oscar Owen Ezell passed away March 1, 2013. He was born March 21, 1930 to Harden Owen and Arllie Elma Ezell in Payson. He was an only child. Though you could say his childhood best friend, Walter Jackson, was the brother he never had. They did everything together. Mr. Ezell was born into an outdoor family. His father was a carpenter, stonemason and farmer. His grandfathers were T.H. Ezell and Babe Haught.
Mr. Ezell went to school in Payson. He spent most of his time after school splitting and loading wood for his dad, carried water to the house, then would go hunting or fishing, usually with Walter.
One of his first jobs was clearing brush for a power line company. He also worked trails for the Forest Service. Later he worked at the sawmill in Payson as a logger and edger operator.
On April 6, 1952, he married Nellie Marie Colbert from Globe. They lived next door to his parents on Old Man Yonkers place. Later that same year, Oscar moved himself and Nellie to Globe, and went to work at Cities Service as a miner, where he continued to work until he broke his back in 1984.
Along with his outdoor hobbies, Mr. Ezell was active with the Boy Scouts for many years. His favorite hobby was working on his or anyone else’s vehicles. He taught many how to fix and even replace engines.
Mr. Ezell leaves behind three children, Richard Ezell, Sharon and husband Terry Tanner, Linda and husband Frank Abell; grandchildren, Ric Ezell and his wife Lisa, Shannon and her husband Terry James Tanner, Lisa Tarango and her husband R.J., Amy PettyJohn, Heidi Carrasco and her husband Francisco, Ron Abell and his wife Valerie; and 22-plus great-grandchildren.
Mr. Ezell was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, the late Nellie Colbert Ezell; and the late Walter Jackson, his best friend and who was like the brother he never had.Special thanks to The Crossing Hospice, Dr. Hector Salazar, Melissa, Kyle, Chris, Liz, Deanna and all the many others who helped care for Dad. Words can never say how much we appreciate all of you and your loving care, writes the family.
Visitation was held Thursday, March 7 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 750 W Paxton Ave., Miami, Ariz., followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment followed at Pinal Cemetery, Central Heights, Arizona.
Funeral services handled by Miles Funeral Services Miami & Globe.

Anne Demaree Schulte went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
She was born in Valparaiso, Ind. and was a longtime resident of Payson.
She loved antiques and decorating and kept a comfortable home. She was also one who appreciated good music.
She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Sauter; mother, Louis Sauter; sister, Patricia Albillar; and brother, William Sauter.
Those who remain to miss her include her husband, Michael Schulte; daughter, Grace Demaree (Ernie); stepson, Caleb Schulte (Elizabeth); grandson, Rylan; granddaughter, Jennifer; sisters, Betty De Los Reyes (Ron) and Jacque Mafie (Pete); brother-in-law, Bill Schulte (Barb); and many nieces and nephews.
There will be no services, per her request.

Charles Jones Jr., 87, passed away March 5, 2013 at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix after a short illness.
He was born on June 5, 1925 in Dana, Ind., the only child of Charles Jones Sr. and Lois Todd. He grew up in Illinois and Indiana and spent part of his childhood on his father’s farm. Because his father worked on the railroad, he was able to get free passage on the train, and enjoyed accompanying his mother on the train for shopping trips to Chicago and St. Louis. In his teens he expressed his love for music, and would even go to Chicago on his own for the opera.
Mr. Jones attended Bismark High School in Illinois, graduating in 1943. After high school he worked for four years for the railroad before starting college at Indiana Central College (now called the University of Indianapolis). He attended ICC from 1947-1951, majoring and minoring in music after deciding a math major was not his cup of tea. One of his musical endeavors was being part of the official college quartet in his junior and senior years.
It was while at ICC that he met the love of his life, Eloise Marie Bilby. Though they broke up before graduation, it became a case of absence makes the heart grow fonder.
Mr. Jones moved away to Arizona in 1952, while Eloise was attending nursing school in Indianapolis. She unexpectedly received a Valentine’s love note that said, “You got me, have I got you?” As a consequence, they began courting again after Eloise took a job at a mission hospital in Espanola, N.M. After eight months of courtship, they were married on April 22, 1956 in Indiana.
Shortly after arriving in Arizona, Charles started working for Phoenix Title and Trust, which later became Transamerica Title. He retired after 37 years, having achieved the titles of chief title officer and vice president of the Arizona Division.
In his spare time, he continued to pursue his love of music by serving as the choir director, organist and bell choir director at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Phoenix, and Mount Cross Lutheran Church in Payson.
Mr. Jones loved to serve his community and held offices in Payson Choral Society, Tonto Community Concert Association and several HOAs. These organizations all valued his dedication and expertise.
After they were married, Charles and Eloise enjoyed exploring their new home state of Arizona. Their love of the mountains led them to purchase a trailer in Christopher Creek and then a cabin in Thompson Draw. He enjoyed feeding the birds and watching the wildlife.
Mr. Jones became a reluctant world traveler, visiting England, Austria, Denmark, Spain and even Swaziland while visiting his eldest daughter. All this from a man who never wanted to leave town.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Eloise; his children, Tamara, Lori and Brian; his son-in-law, Phil; his daughter-in-law, Shannon; his granddaughter, India; and all of the friends of his children who wished he was their father, too.
A celebration of Mr. Jones’ life will be held at Mount Cross Lutheran Church at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 23.
Donations in his memory may be made to Mount Cross Lutheran Church Building Fund for a new organ, 601 E. Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541.

Mary D. Fuller-Brown-Reed, 85, passed away into the Lord’s hands on Jan. 25, 2013. She was born in Columbus, Ark. to Sharper Witherspoon and Thelma Jefferson and was married three times.
She graduated from high school in the 1940s, and received a certificate from the early childhood teaching program from Glendale Community College in 1996. Following 27 years with the Mattel Toy Company in Downey, Calif. and Kraft/Nabisco Foods in California and Arizona, she retired to Phoenix.
She loved to travel and lived throughout California, New York, Illinois and Arizona. Always polished and with a great sense of humor, she enjoyed the company of an abundance of relatives, friends and coworkers throughout her lifetime. Mary spent many holidays and special occasions with her sister, Lennie, and her cherished nieces, nephews and cousins, often traveling with them. And she filled her home with treasured pictures of family and friends. Moving to northeastern Arizona in her retirement years, Mary enjoyed the company of friends in Heber, Eagar and Payson.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; three husbands; her son, Archie; a nephew, a niece, and a grandniece. She is survived by and will be truly missed by her sister, Lennie; four nieces; three nephews; eight grandnephews; six grandnieces; a great-grandnephew; two great-grandnieces, and a host of special cousins, relatives and friends.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on March 30, 2013, in Los Angeles, Calif., at the 88th Street Temple Church of God in Christ located at 8825 S. Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles, CA 90044. Flowers for the Celebration of Life Memorial Service can be sent to the church. Condolences can be mailed to P.O. Box 36568, Phoenix, AZ 85067.

John (Jack) A. Miller of Payson passed away March 11, 2013 after a long illness. He was born Feb. 13, 1927 in Albany, N.Y. and was raised in Beverly, Mass. and lived in New Wilmington, Pa. He moved to Payson in 1983 and lived here for more than 30 years.
Mr. Miller served in the Navy during World War II as a pharmacist mate.
He attended school at Franklin Institute in Boston, Mass. and Hydrolic Institute in Youngtown, Ohio.
Mr. Miller was a 33rd degree Mason Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for more than 50 years.
He was a worker for Sharon Steel in Sharon, Pa. for 32 years before retiring.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Harriet Miller; wife, Patricia; and son, Robert.
Survivors include his daughter, Susan D. Barton, manager of the floral department at Safeway in Payson; granddaughter, Elizabeth A. Holzworth; grandsons, Casey K. and Michael M. Barton; great-granddaughter, Maddison C. Holzworth; and great-grandson, Aaron T. Holzworth, all of Windsor, Va.; brother, Bruce Miller; and stepbrother, David Potter; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 20 at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd.

Mary Louise Harrison Davis 75, of Mesa formerly of Payson and Tonto Basin, passed away on Feb. 28, 2013.
Mary was born July 21, 1937 in Standard, Ariz.
She loved playing the organ and arts and crafts, but she loved her family first.
Mary is survived by her husband, Francis M. “Donnie” Davis; her children, Lynn, Donette and Bret Davis; 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also surviving are five siblings, George Harrison, Edna Bebout, Jewel Turley, Merle Penrod and Jean Daniels.
Services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 23 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Tonto Basin.

Glen A. Jaco, 88, passed away peacefully in the presence of his beloved family, March 13, 2013 at Hospice Compassus in Payson. He was born to the late Arthur and Cora Jaco on March 25, 1924 and was the seventh of 13 children. He was a faithful and devoted husband, proud veteran of World War II, master plumber, and a man of God who always appreciated his blessings of a large and loving family.
He lived in Poplar Bluff, Mo. until 1941 when he joined the Civilian Conservation Corps. In 1943, Glen joined the military and served with the 207th Combat Engineers. He participated in the Allied landings at Normandy in 1944, and in 1945 joined the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium.
While in Germany, Glen met and married his soul mate, Gerda, and in 1947 brought her back to the United States as his wife. They celebrated 65 wonderful years in 2012.
Glen left the service in 1947, lived for a few years in Illinois and in 1951 moved his wife and two young daughters to Chandler, Ariz. where he lived for 48 years.
Glen worked as a respected journeyman plumber in Chandler, until 1981 when he retired for health reasons. Glen was a lifetime member of the Arizona Pipe Trades Union. In 1999, Glen and his wife moved to Payson to enjoy their retirement.
More than anything, Glen enjoyed his extensive family, being especially proud of his grandchildren, and teasing his great-grandchildren.
His passions included his wife’s German cooking, reading (especially Westerns), bluegrass music, playing cards or Mexican train.
He was accomplished at macramé, woodworking and outside projects. He loved traveling with Gerda, with his favorite time being their trip to Alaska. He always had amusing stories from the Army, plumbing jobs, or jokes (some more colorful than others) that brought everyone to a good laugh.
Glen is survived by a large, loving family, most especially his beloved wife, Gerda; sister, Julia Pennington; and brother, Teddy Jaco, who still reside in Poplar Bluff; daughters, Joan McClellan (Jerry) and Susan Hansen (David Gorman); five grandchildren, Chris Goins (Amie), Seana McPherson (Andy), Amy Daly (Bryan), Melissa Patterson (Derick) and Shaun Hansen (Sarah); nine great-grandchildren, Daniel and Aaron Goins, Natalie, Megan and Jorie McPherson, Conner, Kira and Brayden Daly, and Emmery Patterson; and many other nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of Life Service is planned at 11 a.m. on Glen’s birthday March 25, at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Hospice Compassus, 511 S Mud Springs Rd., Payson, AZ 85541.

Leona Marilyn Nelson, age 75, a former Payson resident, died March 14, 2013 of cancer and stroke complications. Born to Harold and Rose Samuelson of St. James, Minn., she grew up on her parents’ farm in West Sveadahl, just north of St. James. After high school (St. James, Class of 1955) she studied nursing at Augsburg College and Swedish Hospital in Minneapolis, where she received a registered nursing diploma in 1959. She worked in multiple nursing environments, including operating rooms, pediatrics, general nursing and administration.
Most recently she was the school nurse at the Fort Huachuca school system for 19 years. After retirement, she served as a volunteer and as a board member for the Payson Hospital Auxiliary. During the last two years of her life, she volunteered at the city library in Queen Creek.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and is survived by her husband of 53 years, Ron Nelson; daughter, Linda (grandson, Gregg) Nelson; and son, David (wife Dawn, grandchildren Sammy and Ginny) Nelson. She is also survived by her brother, Delbert (wife Marcie) Samuelson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 26 at Mount Cross Lutheran Church in Payson.

John (Jack) A. Miller of Payson passed away March 11, 2013 after a long illness. He was born Feb. 13, 1927 in Albany, N.Y. and was raised in Beverly, Mass. and lived in New Wilmington, Pa. He moved to Payson in 1983 and lived here more than 30 years.
Mr. Miller served in the Navy during World War II as a pharmacist mate.
He attended school at Franklin Institute in Boston, Mass. and Hydraulic Institute in Youngstown, Ohio.
He was a 33 degree Mason Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for more than 50 years.
He was a worker for Sharon Steel in Sharon, Pa. for 32 years before retiring.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Harriet Miller; wife, Patricia; and son, Robert.
Survivors include his daughter, Susan D. Barton, manager of the floral department at Safeway in Payson; granddaughter, Elizabeth A. Holzworth; grandsons, Casey K. and Michael M. Barton; great-granddaughter, Madison E. Holzworth; and great-grandson, Aaron T. Holzworth; all of Windsor, Vt.; brother. Bruce Miller; and stepbrother, David Potter; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held Wednesday, March 20 at Messinger Payson Funeral Home.

Glen Heber Brooks of Mesa, formerly of Payson, passed away March 19, 2013 at the age of 91.
He was born July 23, 1921 to Bert Josiah and Lottie Mae Brooks in Murray, Utah. He graduated from Mesa High in 1939 and served in the U.S. Air Force at Williams AFB in 1942 as a trainer instructor. He was honorably discharged in 1944 at the government’s request to farm cotton for the war effort.
He married Katie Reed on April 18, 1942 and was married for 26 years. She preceded him in death.
Mr. Brooks graduated with distinction from Arizona State University in 1963 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
In 1968 he married Vera Mae Campbell and was married for 34 years. She also preceded him in death.
Mr. Brooks was a High Priest and a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). He and Vera served an LDS Mission at the Mesa Temple in 1986, and then in 1989, served another mission at the Visitors Center in New York City.
Mr. Brooks is survived by his children, Glen Heber Brooks Jr. (Ron), Reed Brooks (Jane), Deborah Brooks Gillespie (Weston), Denise Brooks Crandall (David), Gayle Isaacson Garfield, Linda Isaacson Gibbens (Larry).
Deceased, but always in Glen’s heart is Katie (wife), Kathleen Glenda Brooks (daughter), Vera (wife), Dale Brooks (grandson), Cody White (great-grandson), and Connor Ray Gillespie (great-grandson).
Also surviving are 13 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.
The viewing and the funeral will be at the LDS church at 4640 East Holmes Ave. in Mesa. The viewing will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, March 22 and the funeral will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 23 with a family viewing one hour prior.

Marilyn J. Glascock went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2013. She was born June 18, 1927 in Belden, Neb. to Donald R. and Hazel B Hughes.
She was a wife, a mother and worked alongside her husband for 18 years in their lumberyard business in Payson.
After retirement they moved to Mesa.
She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Kosirog (Jerry) and Cynthia McAllister (Don); and son, Edward T. Glasco (Beth). She is also survived by her sisters, Patricia Cooper, Sharon Dentler and Brenda Stewart. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Jesse Morgan (Shala), Geoffrey Kosirog, Laura Bacon (Nick), Jasmine Mulholand, Brett Glasco and Ned Wood; and one great-granddaughter, Amelia Bacon.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward T, Glascock, Jr.; brothers, Robert M. Hughes and Richard D. Hughes; and sisters, Shirley Rench and Marjorie Hulett.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 23 at Trinity Church, 2130 E. University in Mesa.
Donations may be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Jason Christopher Myles Feather, 27, passed away March 18, 2013. He was a loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew and friend.
Jason was born in Phoenix in a home birth, on Feb. 17, 1986 to Dennis and Shirley Feather. Jason lived for many years in Payson, and attended Payson High School.
He is survived by his parents; his sisters, Cathy and Billy McCave, Jessica Swagel and Richard Rodriguez and Carol and Jhinelle Swagel; brothers, Richard Swagel and Samuel Feather; niece; Elizabeth McCave, nephews, Russell McCave, Alex Rodriguez and Jacob Rodriguez; cousin, Allen Wolle; grandmother, Thelma Feather; grandmother, Catherine Fuller; and uncles, Dale Fuller and Don Fuller.
We will miss his smiles, his laughter and his music. We are comforted in knowing that his terrible struggles are over and he has found peace. He will live on forever in our hearts and memories. We love you Jason, his family writes.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, March 30 at the Payson Seventh-day Adventist Church, 700 E. Wade Lane.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to The Living Center, 1444 S. 4th Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364-4604, (928) 487-7612.

William John Hornung passed away peacefully on March 13, 2013 in Sun City, Ariz.
Mr. Hornung was a resident of Payson and had lived in the state of Arizona for the last 66 years.
He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. For many years he was an electrician in the civil service aerospace industry.
Mr. Hornung is survived by his daughters and son, Charla Spence, Lanna Sullivan and Bill Hornung; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Charlotte; and their daughter, Sally.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 6 at Unity Spiritual Center, 10101 W. Coggins Drive in Sun City.
Donations in Mr. Hornung’s name may be made to DAV or Arizona Blood Services.
Condolences may be left at www.advantagefunerals.com.

Rick Melcher, 49, of Mesa, passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2013 in Payson.
Rick was known for his love of the outdoors, his adventurous but gentle soul, his appreciation of all forms of transportation and his talents to fix them.
He is survived by his parents, Tom and Pat; brothers, Dan and Wes; sister, Carla (Tim) Hines; nephews, Drew, Jacob and Daniel; and niece, Kaitlyn.
Rick was proud and honored by those that have been able to serve in the U.S. military and in law enforcement, even though he was not able to enlist he would do everything he could to give back including regular blood donations.
In his memory his family has requested that donations be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, or online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Services were held Sunday, March 24 in Mesa. Arrangements entrusted to Melcher Mission Chapel, www.MelcherMission.com.

Charles Neil Bott passed away March 21, 2013 in Phoenix. He was born Sept. 10, 1952 in Monterey, Calif. to Robert and Betty Jean Bott.
Living in Gila Bend and Payson, Mr. Bott will be most remembered for the love of his kids and making people laugh. He enjoyed woodworking and “treasure hunting.”
He is survived by his four children, Toby Farnsworth, Amber Bott, Shawn Bott and Cody Bott; four grandchildren, Orion, Brittney, Zane and Cole; siblings, Robert Bott, Daniel Bott (Joyce), Melissa Howell (Harry), Rod Tussing (Jaime), Gregg Tussing (Harolyn) and Kristi Yates (Dennis).
Services were held March 28 at the Pioneer Cemetery in Gila Bend.