William Hammond Armbruster, known to those who loved him as Bill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15th at Banner Gateway Hospital in Gilbert, AZ, with his loving wife Jan holding his hand and surrounded in love by his Arizona family. Bill was born in Westfield, New Jersey on April 14, 1929 to Dorothy
Scott Hammond Armbruster and Frank E. Armbruster Jr. He served in the Air Force as airplane mechanic. After moving to Arizona for his son Bob’s health, he worked for Motorola until his retirement. He is survived by his wife Janice King Armbruster of 36 years, who was the “light of his life”. Bill was very loved by his two stepchildren Lesley Paffumi Peterson (Rick) and Tim Paffumi (Elizabeth). Bill was a loving grandfather to Dustin Peterson (Nicole), Lyndsey Peterson Steele (Matt), Eric Peterson (Becca) and Kylee Paffumi. Also very special in his life were his great-grandchildren, Rochelle, Vincent and Harmony Peterson, Logan, Garrett, Conner and Ellie Steele and Alexus, Max and Sophia Peterson. Bill is also survived by his daughter, Lori Armbruster Cole (Corey) and their son Michael of California. Bill and Jan were very active in their faith at Mountain Bible Church, the Pine Strawberry Community and Bill was one of the original volunteers that helped save the Tonto Natural Bridge from closing. For 10 years, he volunteered weekly at the bridge and helped with fundraising activities until his health required him to retire. He is preceded in death by his son Bob and his parents. A Celebration of Bill’s life will be at Mountain Bible Church, 302 E Rancho Road in Payson at 11:00 AM on Saturday September 19th. Please join Jan and Bill’s family to share memories of Bill’s life, followed by lunch at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Payson Humane Society or the Tonto Natural Bridge are suggested. Arrangements handled by Messenger Mortuary in Scottsdale. Friends may offer condolences at www.messengermortuary.com

Sydney “Jim” Whitely passed away on Sept. 9, 2015 at 6:18 p.m. Jim was born April 14, 1932 in Portorilos, Chile to Felix and Gladys Whitely.
Jim is survived by his wife Maxine Whitely; his kids Ruth Ann and James; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Jim worked in construction throughout the U.S. His more notable projects included the Alaska Pipeline, the pump station and every tunnel for the Central Arizona Project (bringing the water from the Colorado River to Phoenix) and the foundation to the California Screaming roller coaster at Disney’s California Adventures.
Once Jim and Maxine retired, they moved to the Payson area remaining active in the community. Jim ran for office and worked with others to create the Democratic Party club in Payson. He loved the Payson area and said it was the best place he had ever lived.
Jim will be missed by not only his family, but by everyone he knew and met. He was a champion for the underdog and throughout his life he fought injustice wherever he saw it.

Opal V. Follin passed away September 8, 2015 in Sun City, Arizona where she had resided since 1999. She was born in Grass Range, Montana on October 13, 1921 to George L. and Viola V. Harris. The oldest child , she had three sisters; Iola C. Hearstead, Lois E. Carmen, and Ruth O. Sanford, and two brothers; Milton G. (who died as a child) and Edward M. Harris, all of Tacoma, Washington. Opal was raised in Washington State where she resided until her marriage to Howard L. Follin, an Army Air Corps cadet, on May 2, 1942.
Her years as an Air Force wife were described by her as “25 years chasing after the same man” as Howard’s service took them overseas to France and then to numerous stations in the U.S.. Opal raised a family with three children, often on her own, when Howard was deployed elsewhere. She was a loving mother with numerous hobbies that she continued to enjoy well into her later years. An avid genealogist, Opal put together numerous volumes of family history for both her Harris family and the Follin family. She was an accomplished water color artist, did beautiful needlework, and created her own memory quilts.
Opal was a resident of Payson, AZ from 1979-1999 where she belonged to the United Methodist Church, was a charter member of the Northern Gila Co. Genealogical Society, belonged to the “Thursday Bridge Club” and was a volunteer member of the RTA Hospice of Payson.
Loved by all, she is survived by sisters Ruth and Lois of Tacoma , WA, daughter Beverly Parrish of Sun City, AZ, son Carl Follin and his wife Jean of Springfield Illinois, son John Follin and his wife Maggie of Las Cruces, NM, grandchildren Dawn, Crystal, Christopher, Robyn, Katherine, Clayton, Amy, Carrie and 15 great- grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Opal will be laid to rest at the family gravesite in Payson, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, donations to RTA Hospice are suggested.

Left this world much too soon.
He was the enthusiasm of the sun in the joyful morning and the depths of the dark but glowing moon at night. He was the innocence and encouragement of a child and the wisdom of harsh experience of an old man.
On Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015 this kind heart passed from this world at the age of 27.
Ryan was born in Maine on May 24, 1988 to a since deceased father Dana Hall. He had two biological brothers, Daniel and Richard Hall, and his Aunt Dallas Hall. He also had his father Tom Hillegas, mother Lisa Hillegas and siblings Brittany (his very special big sis), Kira, Tony, Harley and Mark.
He had several families that he’d taken to his heart and called family also. The family of Debra Machado, her children Johnny (whom Ryan called best friend/brother), Cody, Daniel, Austin, Shawn and Amber; extended of this family Fran, Danny and Delores.
And then there is the family he clung to when he met his best friend/brother Mathew Cox. Mat’s mom Karee Hesson, husband James and their family, Gabriel, Jacob, Raymond, Samantha and Ashley.
He had a girlfriend/soulmate Jackie for almost 3 years — they were almost inseparable and a dog named Lola for 9 years that was the light of his heart.
Ryan had so many he considered family and also had a great deal of friends. He was a very loving soul and the lives he touched were just too many to mention. The world is a great deal darker without him here now.
The memorial service for Ryan will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20 at Mountain Bible Church in Payson, Ariz. if you’d like to join us and pay your respects along with so many who loved him.

Ryan Christopher Hillegas, 27, passed away at his residence on Sept. 6, 2015. A 17-year resident of the Payson area, he is survived by his father Tom (Kimberly), mother Lisa, siblings Tony Taylor (Brandi), Harley Taylor (Laci), Mark Hillegas (Lacey), Brittany Corso, Kira Harris, Daniel Hall, Richard Hall, uncle and aunt Bob and Becky O’Connor, aunt Dallas Hall, 10 nieces and nephews, numerous cousins and many friends.
There will a memorial service in his honor at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20 at Mountain Bible Church, Bldg. C., 303 E. Rancho Road, Payson, AZ. The family requests donations in lieu of flowers to either Christian Family Care (http://cfcare.org), attn. Mr. Michael Bober, 3603 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013, or the Payson Humane Society (humanesocietycentralaz.org), 605 W. Wilson Ct., Payson, AZ 85541. If donating, please include a note with the donation indicating the gift is in memory of Ryan.

On Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, Maxine (Mickey) Jewett, beloved wife of Tom Jewett of Payson, Ariz., went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Mickey was born in Jackson, Miss. on Aug. 28, 1943 to Max and Molly Rosenbrook. Sometime after the death of Max, Molly later married William Rice and Mickey was adopted into the new marriage.
Mickey was gifted with the singing voice of an angel, which she used to the glory of God throughout her life.
In addition to her husband Tom, Mickey is survived by Tom’s mother and brother.
Although Mickey endured many serious medical conditions throughout her life, she never complained nor asked for special consideration, instead, she delighted everyone around her with her humor and sunny disposition.
Mickey was well loved and respected by everyone who came into her presence. Her sparkling voice and ready humor will be greatly missed, most of all by her devoted husband.
A memorial service honoring Mickey will take place later this fall. In lieu of flowers, make a donation to Hospice of Payson.

Blanche B. Nyberg, age 89, of Payson, Ariz. passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015 in her home following a short time under hospice care. Blanche was born Jan. 31, 1926 in Clay Center, Kan.
Blanche graduated from Clay Center High School and was later united in marriage to Don Nyberg on Nov. 28, 1946. Don preceded her in death in 2013. They made their home and raised their three children in Hutchinson, Kan. before moving to Scottsdale in 1973 and later retiring to Payson. Blanche was a homemaker and an avid golfer.
Blanche is survived by her son Robert and his wife Ann, and daughter Nancy and her husband David; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren (with another due in March); and two sisters Andree and Shirley. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son Kenneth, a brother Leonard, as well as her husband Don.
A private memorial service was held in the family home in Blanche’s honor.

Bradford L. (Brad) Smith of Payson passed away peacefully at age 78 on Sept. 18, 2015.
Brad was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by wife, Judy of 50 years; son Keith (Julie); grandson Connor; sister Helen Burns; brothers-in-law Kim Watkins (Pat), Kenny Watkins and Ted Pettet (Lillian).
Brad was born in Morenci, Ariz. to William and Frances Smith. Brad was a resident of Payson for more than 50 years. He was a charter member of the Payson Elks Lodge.
Brad enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, gardening, traveling and spending time with his friends and family.

A visitation will be held Friday, Sept. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 at 9:30 a.m. at the same location. Private burial will be held.
In lieu of flowers, please donate in Brad’s name to the Mogollon Sporting Assoc., P.O. Box 1662, Payson, 85547.

Eugene Ralph Sellars was born Feb. 1, 1934 in Dundas, Minn. to Paul and Bernice Sellars, both deceased. He passed away at home with his wife at his side on June 9, 2015 after a long illness of cancer at the age of 81, while under the care of Hospice of Payson.
He is survived by his wife Frances of 37 years; has two sons, Jason (Heather) and Daniel; two step-children, Stephen Pesnell and Kimberly Hill; several grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; also a sister Marilyn; brother Robert and a dear brother-in-law Edward Linehan; three nieces and a nephew and too many cousins to mention.
His career as a heavy equipment operator began in the U.S. Army and lasted almost 60 years. He built roads in Minneapolis, Arizona, Colorado, as well as doing several overseas jobs. He will be greatly missed by his family, as well as too many friends to mention.
Cremation was performed, no service requested. Let’s all celebrate the life of one of the great ones in our own way.

Esther Alice Avery (Mickey), 97, decided to join her large family on the Other Side September 20, 2015 from Albuquerque, New Mexico where she resided since 2006. The youngest of 13 children, she was born May 10, 1918 in Milan, Minnesota with her twin sister, Ruth. She is survived by her children, Patty Sais-Pederson and Mike Spillane, daughter in-law Judy Spillane; grandchildren Julie Forcier and husband Dave; Melissa Boeser and husband Greg; Amy Pepich and husband Dan; Diane Sheehy and husband Craig; Alison Mostert and husband Rene; and Dante Sais. Eight beautiful great grandchildren, two of whom are twins, round out her family.
Mickey learned to paint in her sixties, enjoyed showing her art, and sold many of her favored landscape oils of mountains and valleys. Her career resume includes waitressing, operating a restaurant with her twin sister, and working at her husband’s gas station before retirement in Arizona. When family members thought it would be better for her to be closer to family, she was determined not to assist in the sale of her house and the move. So she didn’t. Kicking and screaming, she arrived In Albuquerque, September 1, 2006 where a pleasant place was prepared for her at Brookdale Place, formerly Sunrise Assisted Living, which in short order she called home and grew to love.
Through the years, she traveled to her parents’ homeland, Germany, and other European countries where she had the time of her life. She is remembered for her fiesty spirit and her sharp sense of humor.
A few years ago, she was asked for a life review. Here are some of the highlights in her own words:
“My dad was also a cobbler and repaired shoes for many in the extended family. He was never paid for his labor or any of the materials. Ruth and I helped him as much as we could.
“My mother would go to the garden to pick cucumbers to make pickles. Ruth and I would go along to see what she was doing. Once when she was gone, we went out to look and there were no more cucumbers to be picked, so we went to the watermelon patch and picked every last watermelon. Oh boy, we got a spanking that we never forgot.
“We had a big farm in Ortonville, half a section. We had five acres of apple trees, 281 trees. We also had seven more trees down where we kept the pigs. Pigs would rub against the trees and cause the apples to fall and then they would go and eat that choice food. Pigs are a lot smarter than people give them credit for being. We kids had to take care of the orchard when people came on Sundays to buy apples. We never advertised but people knew that they could get apples from the Zempels. There were times when there must have been 50 cars there to buy apples. We were supposed to see that people didn’t shake the trees to make the apples fall because then they could buy “windfall” apples at a lower price. But we were too young for that type of job and never said anything to the people. Today I would not be afraid to tell them where to go.
“Brother Ed didn’t come out when people were buying apples but at night he might be out with a gun scaring away anyone who might be trying to steal our apples. But then we were kids too, and we would pile into a car and go steal apples some other place. The grass was greener on the other side of the fence, we thought.
“Toys? We didn’t know what toys were. We made our own toys. We made paper dolls by cutting them out of a catalog and put them on paste board so we could really play with them. We got to talking with Jean one day and she said, “Do you remember that we played with paper dolls until we were 16 years old?” and we said, “Yup, we remember then.” One time Curly came to our house and he found Ruth and me playing with our paper dolls. We were so ashamed that we tore them up and never played with them again.
“Ruth and I were the only ones to go to high school. But we only went though the third year and then we went to Minneapolis. We couldn’t find any work around Ortonville. We both did housework.
“I went to Phoenix. Ruth and I started a little drive-in restaurant with seating inside. After we sold out, I married Smitty and worked my buns off at the gas station doing the book work and stuff. There was a man who ran a fruit stand who came to the station often. He was an alcoholic and had a brother who was kind of churchified; he belonged to the Baptist Church, and he also owned a fruit stand in another location. The alcoholic would come to the station and buy gasoline. I took care of the credit cards, the banking, and all of that. One day the alcoholic came in and said, “I had better pay my bill,” so I started looking through the cards and found them but he had signed them--I. P. Freely. I said, “Oh, you devil.” I forget what his name was.”
We miss you, Mom, and will remember your laughter, your humor, and your stories.
Mickey’s family would like to thank Brookdale Place of Albuquerque for the love and care they showered on our mom. A private ceremony will be held in Payson, Arizona at a time to be determined.

It is with saddened hearts our family reports our dear mother, Mary Ann Martinez, of Miami, Ariz., has passed away.
Mary Ann was a very strong woman who persevered through her trials and tragedies. She struggled with Parkinson’s in the last years of her life. She fought every day to move forward and have control over the disease.
She never gave up her fight and genuinely believed she would win the battle. Her courage was unending. Mary Ann was a feisty soul and challenged all that said it was not possible. She kept fighting and looked beyond the physical changes. She was a fighter.
She was a sweet woman who gave her heart to all and was admired for her love. Anyone who knew her adored her. She was always genuine in how she lived her life. Mary Ann lived in Payson, Ariz. with her oldest daughter in the last years of her life, where she was much loved and made many friends in Payson. 
Mary Ann was a wonderful mother to her daughter, Sheryl Martinez, Payson, Ariz., her second daughter, Karen Martinez Eustice, Henderson, Nev., and her youngest, a son, Michael Martinez, Chandler, Ariz. She was a stay at home mother who encouraged her children and made sure they were safe and healthy and excelled in their studies.
She had many family and friends who enjoyed her company. She loved to dance and laugh. She always greeted you with a smile and was truly interested in her friends’ lives. Mary Ann was a true friend and a lot of fun. Her excitement for life was contagious. In the later years of her life she began working full-time to support herself and persevered learning many skills and having a great repertoire with her clients and work staff. Mary Ann was energetic and hard working. She is survived by two daughters, one son, 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Her legacy.
Services for Mary Ann Martinez were held at the Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015.
Graveside services followed in Globe, Ariz.
Assisting the family: Lamont Mortuary of Globe.

Hazel Edna (Hawley) Allen, 98, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 18, 2015.
Hazel was born in Union City, Pa., to Glenn Hawley and Ruth (Kimmy) Hawley on Aug. 23, 1917.
She attended Arbuckle Elementary School and Edinboro, Pa., State Teachers College, and taught school in the Waterford Township School District until she me the “Love of her Life” Woodrow Allen. They were married in North Tonawanda, N.Y. in 1938, and resided at Conneaut Lake, Pa.
She was a stay at home mother to two sons and two daughters, and attended and helped with their school activities until 1960 when they moved to Scottsdale, Ariz. There she joined her husband in their own real estate office in Scottsdale (The Woody Allen Realty Inc.) until they retired in 1986.
In 2005 they moved to Payson, Ariz. to be near family.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years Woodrow Allen, a daughter Nancy (Allen) Day, her parents, sisters Lena (Hawley) Allen, Virginia Hawley, and brother Richard C. Hawley.
She is survived by son Wilson (Will) Allen, Phoenix, Ariz.; Gary (Marcia) Allen, Payson, Ariz. and daughter Elizabeth (Mark) Gill, Wright, Wyo.; nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She attended and was a member of Payson Church of Christ where she loved the friendliness and fellowship of the people.
Services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. at the Payson Church of Christ on Tyler Parkway.

Karen K. Gibbs went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Sept. 5, 2015. She was born on June 24, 1942 in Parkers Prairie, Minn.
Karen is survived by her mother, Lillian Karger; a sister, Maureen (Ralph) Gropper; and two brothers, Donald (Roberta) Karger and Ronald (Elise) Karger.
Karen was preceded in death by her husband, Bert F. Gibbs; her father, Edwin Karger; and her sister, Janice Gropper.
She was a caring and loving daughter and wife. Everyone who knew her felt her love and enjoyed her company. Karen loved serving her church and her Lord. All who knew her will miss her greatly.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015 at the Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 407 W. Wade Lane, Payson, Ariz.
Donations in Karen K. Gibbs’ name may be made to the Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church.

Jerry L. Wilde, born Nov. 23, 1932, passed away in his sleep Sept. 25, 2015.
Jerry had called Pine, Ariz. his home for the past 22 years after retiring from Motorola, where he had worked as an electrical engineer for 35 years. Prior to this he was a flight line mechanic in the U. S. Air Force.
Jerry loved to tinker with electronics and build model ships and airplanes.
Even though Alzheimer’s robbed him of his short-term memory during his last few years, he still managed to complete the N.Y. Times crossword puzzle and do Sudoku with a passion.
He is survived by his wife Phyllis Wilde of Pine, sons Tom and Dennis of Phoenix, stepson Joe York of Payson and stepdaughters Kelly Mihok of Mesa and Norma Pappas of Washington. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
A small celebration of life was held in Pine, Ariz. Sept. 27, 2015.
We will forever miss his sense of humor.

Elwood “Woody” Harris passed from this life on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. He was born Sept. 5, 1932 in Grace, Idaho to Earl Charles and Susie Mary (Allen) Harris. Woody graduated from Grace High School in 1951 and then enlisted in the Air Force. He was stationed in Alaska and then at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. In February 1954 he met Naomi Barker and they married four months later. He and Naomi had four children and lived in Phoenix most of their married life, moving to Payson in 1997.  
Woody’s life profession was a firefighter for City of Phoenix and Payson, but he has also worked as a rancher, welder, heavy equipment operator and construction worker. He retired from the Phoenix Fire Department as captain in 1991, after 25 years of service. After moving to Payson, he was building plans reviewer and then acting fire marshal. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served faithfully in many different capacities and in leadership positions. Woody loved the gospel and lived it. He set a great example for his posterity.
Woody lost his wife, Naomi, in April 2007. Shortly thereafter he met another young lady, Donna Price, and they were married two months later.
He is survived by his wife of eight years, Donna; his four children, Bob (Mia) of Yuma, Blaine (Amy) of Prescott, Lindsay (Grace) Morgan of Mesa, and Alice (Tim) DeWitt of Tucson; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren, as well as Donna’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.   
In Woody’s memory, donations can be made to Hospice Compassus in Payson.

Jack Howard Morrison went to be with the Lord on Oct. 2, 2015 after a long illness.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carol. They had two daughters, Kathryn VanSickle (deceased) and Karen Morrow of Albuquerque, N.M.; six grandchildren and one great-grandson.
Jack was a third generation meat cutter working mostly in independent markets in the Orange County and Palm Desert, Calif. areas.
He loved to cook and was active in church and cooked for Men’s Breakfasts, large congregational holiday dinners and church social events. After he retired he took over the kitchen at home and enjoyed making meals and often shared with shut-ins. He also loved to fish and share fishing stories with anyone who would listen.
Jack was known for his love for the Lord, his family, his kindness and gentle spirit. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
At his request there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice Compassus, 511 S. Mud Springs Road, who became our family and support over these past few years.

Harry “Butch” Joseph Klein passed from this earth and into the arms of Jesus peacefully in his sleep the morning of Oct. 5, 2015. Butch was dealing with some neurological medical issues, which seriously affected his mobility, but his mind remained sharp and his sudden passing was unexpected. 
Butch was born to Harry and Mary Klein, now deceased, on Nov. 29, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pa.

Butch was born and raised in southeast Philadelphia, moved to Phoenix, Ariz. in 1978 and moved to the town that he loved and forever felt blessed to live in, Payson, in 1984. He was married to Kathy in May of 1981 and they were blessed with a son, Joseph (Joey), in March of 1982; (daughter-in-law Katie, granddaughters Brooklyn and Ellie Jo). Alongside his son, Butch is survived by his beautiful daughter, Kelley Kendall (son-in-law Bill, grandsons Matthew and Danny); and his adopted son, Joe Sanchez (grandson, Cadyn, soon to be daughter-in-law Mandy Smith, soon to be grandsons Nick, Jordan and Trey.) Butch is also survived by his much loved sister, Mary Roberts; nephews, Michael and Douglas Roberts; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends.


Butch, a former U.S. Marine, was known by many for creating and operating the non-profit organization Payson Supply Line along with Kathy and Lud, a retired U.S. Marine, and Marian Kaftan, sending large care packages to active duty troops in Iraq and Afghanistan for 10 years. The Payson Supply Line impacted thousands of active duty soldiers during its existence. No salaries were ever taken.
Butch co-owned and operated Quality Movers for 21 years with business partner Dennis Schewbs, who will continue to own and operate the company moving forward.


Butch personified proactive involvement, exceptional business ethics, and superior character throughout this community. Whether dealing with him on a personal level, a business level, through church activities, or through his non-profit organization, Butch has left a lasting impression on this community with his genuine concern for others.


Saved by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, we take comfort in knowing that Butch is in perfect health today and for eternity. We, alongside so many, miss him dearly and rejoice in the life he lived and the example that he set for so many. 
A service and celebration of life will be held at Expedition Church at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17. Along with the indoor church seating, there are also speakers in the foyer and outer courtyard area in the case of overflow. A luncheon celebration will follow.  We would be blessed by your presence.

Sandra “Sandy” Rader passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2015. She was born March 4, 1954 in Springfield, Illinois. Sandy is survived by her son Justin; daughter Jennifer; mother Patricia; siblings Dave, Debbie and Steve; and grandchildren Demirree, Crow, Talon and Leo. She is preceded in death by her father Robert Rader. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, October 17 at 2pm at Rock of Ages Lutheran Church on Airport Road.

Mike passed away at home on Oct. 1, 2015. He was born in Muskogee, Okla. on June 2, 1937 to Floyd and Lee Vida Collins. He is survived by his wife Margie, his son Dennis, daughter Dawn Roy and step-daughter Amy Dawson, 5 grandchildren, and 8 greatgrandchildren.
Upon graduation from North High School in Phoenix he entered the Navy and served in the Korean War. He was very successful in his business career with California Water Service Co. from whom he retired after 45 years and moved to Star Valley, Ariz.
A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 13 at the National Veteran’s Cemetery in Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Compassus in Mike’s name.

Vivian Rosella Stensland Monroe passed from this life the evening of Oct. 3, 2015, just shy of her 85th birthday, after a gradual decline in health. She was surrounded and supported by her loving family and caregivers during her last days.
Vivian was born in St. James, Minn. on Oct. 22, 1930.
In 1985, after raising three daughters, Vivian and her husband, Jim, moved up to Payson, Ariz. for the remainder of her life.
Vivian is survived by her husband, Jim, of 65 years; three daughters and their spouses, Lynda Rugg, Mary Hoeffel (Marty), Jane Casartelli (Aldo); five grandchildren, James (Candice), Paul (Heather), Amie (Matt), Matthew and Katelyn; three great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Nolan and Addison. She is also survived by two special nieces, Pat (Ken), and Sheryl (Terry). Her sister, Arlene Meder, and her children also survive.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10 at Mount Cross Lutheran Church, 601 E. Highway 260, Payson, Ariz., 85541, phone (928) 474-2552.
Donations in Mrs. Monroe’s name may be made to Alzheimer’s Association.