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MEACHAM, Lucian, Jr.
Mesa - Lucian Mormon Meacham, Jr., 82, a prominent civic and religious leader, educator and farmer in the Mesa, Chandler and Queen Creek areas, was born in Colonia Pacheco, Chihuahua, Mexico, and died Jan. 27, 1980, in his residence. He graduated from Utah State Agricultural College in 1919 (now Utah State University) and owned and operated a Chevrolet Dealership in Chandler in 1929 and was the Texaco gasoline distributor for the East Valley during World War II. He was a former president of the Mesa Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had also been a bishop. Survivors include his wife, Sarah "Kate"; children, Hazel Skousen, Veda Johnson, Katherine Barney, Melvin and Gerald; 22 grandchildren. Published 1/28/1980.

MEAD, Charles R.
25 Jan 1930 - 13 Mar 1980 Charles R. Mead, 50, who had been a printer for Rocky Mountain Bank Note Co. and the Mesa Tribune, died March 13, 1980. He came here in 1970 from Indiana. Wife, Berneita; children, Cleveland and Camila Mead; stepchildren, Larry Thorborg and Nancy Rassel; a brother; four sisters and six grandchidlren. Northwest Mortuary. 3/15/1980.

MEAD, Clarence Wesley, Sr.
Services were held today for Clarence Wesley Mead, Sr., 94, a Tempe landscaper. Mead, who was born in Virginia and moved to Phoenix 46 years ago from Montana, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1982, in a Valley hospital. Survivors include his wife, Marion; two daughters, Doris Ione Toner and Mary Ann; two sons, Donald and Clarence Jr.; a brother; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and 22 great-great-grandchildren. The Arizona Republic October 2, 1982, p. A11.

MEAD, GLEN HASTINGS
Glen Hastings Mead, 64, of Wittmann, died May 23 in Phoenix. He was born in Indiana and lived in Arizona 20 years. Surviving are his widow, Virginia; a son, Glen, Jr., of Michigan; three daughters, phoebe Sullivan, Barbara Hyrns and Joyce Ann Allen, all of Indiana; six step-children, Donald Callis, Tulsa, Cloyd Callis, Richard Callis and Thomas Callis, all of Phoenix, Sharon Bowland, Logansport, Ind., and Renne Rose, Oceanside, Calif., and 24 grandchildren. Services were May 28 in the Faith Community Church in Wittmann, the Rev. Lee Wallace officiating. Burial was in the Wittmann Cemetery. The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ June 14, 1979, p. 10.

MEAD, Marlin
Marlin Mead, Born August 3, 1926, Served in the U. S. Navy in World War II, aboard the U. S. S. Enterprise. He passed away the 6th of September 2004 at home. He lived in Payson at Mead Ranch until 1999. He is survived by two sons Johnny Ray Mead of Phoenix, Keith Maynard Mead, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two brothers Norman and Alan Mead, Jo Callen, a loving companion for 32 years, also of Phoenix; Carol, Jim, Claudine, Rhonda all part of Marlin's family, the he loved. He will be sadly missed by all. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/12/2004.

MEADE, George G.
Sun City - George G. Meade, 84, who was the founding chief of the Sun City Fire Department and helped start other community activities after moving here in 1963, died Oct. 16, 1979, in Boswell Hospital. Mr. Meade served two terms as president of the Sun City Home Owners Association, seven years as fire chief and Meade Drive and the fire house were named in his honor. He graduated from New York University and had been self-employed in the accounting business in New York City. His memberships included the American Legion and the Catholic Church of St. Joachim. Scripture services were in Menke Funeral Home. Survivors include his wife, Alva B.; children, Janet MacCallum and Richard; a brother and seven grandchildren. The AZ Republic 10/19/1979.

MEADE, Robert Ellsworth
3 April 1906 - 13 January 1976 Sun City -- Robert Ellsworth Meade, 69, of 10727 Mountain View Road, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1976, at Valley View Community Hospital. He moved here in 1970. He had been a district sales manager for New York State Electric and Gas Co. Survivors include his wife, Mildred, and two brothers. 1/15/1976.

MEADOR, Cecil W.
Cecil W. Meador, 70, of Buckeye, who had been a cotton farmer, died March 25, 1980. Mr. Meadow {sic}, who came to Arizona 52 years ago from Texas, is survived by his wife, Lela; children, Mary Ritchey, Cecil, Jr., Robert and Kenneth; four sisters; four brothers; nine grandchildren. 3/28/1980.

MEADOWS, Hubert R.
7 Sep 1892 - 5 Dec 1982 Hubert R. Meadows, 90, a retired building contractor, died Dec. 5, 1982. He was born in Comfort, West Virginia, and moved to Arizona in 1925. The Central United Methodist Church at Central and Palm Lane was one of the buildings he constructed and he was the first president of the Associated Building Contractors. Mr. Meadows was a Mason and a Shriner and was a longtime master of the 7th degree of the Scottish Rite. Survived by his wife, Katharine; daughters, Chrystine and Geraldine Jones; sons, Kenneth and Jack; step-son, Dr. Charles Fisher; 12 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 12/7/1982.

MEALY, Thomas
Thomas "Patt" Mealy, 79, part owner of Clinic Prescriptions in Tucson, died Sept. 29, 1979, in St. Luke's Hospital. He moved to Phoenix in 1949 from Wichita, Kansas. Mr. Mealy was a pharmacist and had been with G. D. Searle as a medical detail man for 37 years before he retired in 1969. He was a member of Elks Lodge and Arizona Pharmaceutical Association. He is survived by his wife, Juathina; sons, Gregg and Tom; a sister; two brothers and three grandchildren. Services in Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 5105 N. 7th Ave. The AZ Republic Oct. 1, 1979.

MEANY, Kenneth M.
9 March 1904 - 6 Oct 1980 Graveside services for Kenneth M. Meany, 76, a retired dairyman who died Oct. 6, 1980, in Phoenix Baptist Hospital, were in Glendale Memorial Park, 7844 N. 61st Ave. Mr. Meany, 4128 W. Sheridan, came here in 1967 from California. He is survived by his wife, Louise; children, Kay Riggins and Jerry, and six grandchildren. Friends may call today in Glendale Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary. The Arizona Republic Thursday, October 9, 1980.

MEARS, Burton L.
Sun City - Burton L. Mears, 70, died Monday, July 15, 1974, in Valley View Hospital. He had been a telephone technician 14 years and worked two years for Continental Security Guard here. Survivors include his wife, Anna; a son, Arthur; a sister and a brother. Lundberg Golden Door. Private burial. 7/19/1974.

MECHAM, Bill R.
Survived by wife, Freeda Mecham, Phoenix; sons, Milton Leiszie, Clifton, Kansas, and Everett Dickerson, Wichita, Kansas; daughters Billie Marie and Rita Ann Mecham, Wichita, Kansas, and Vickie White, Wichita; brothers, James S., Phoenix and Kenneth V. Mecham of Portland, Oregon; sisters, Daisy Pedigo and Ruth Payne, Wichita, Kansas; Margaret Rhoads, Mildred Turner and Betty Earl of Phoenix, and Pauline Mellon, Spokane, Washington; 6 grandchildren. Services and interment Wichita, Kansas. Maryvale Chapel and Mortuary. Monday, October 25, 1982.

MECHELS, Mary E.
Mesa - Mary E. Mechels, 73, a Minnesota native who lived in Arizona 17 years, died March 23, 1980. Husband, John; daughters, Ruth Kallstrom of Great Fall, MT, and Velma Schuermyer, Gresham, OR; two sisters, Margaret Sherman, Olakis, MN, and Arlene Green, St. Paul, MN; a brother, Russel Bock, Alexandria, MN; five grandchildren. Mass was at All Saints Catholic Church, 1534 N. Recker Rd. Larry C. Melcher Mortuary. Entombment Mtn View Memorial Gardens. 3/24/1980.

MECHLING, Dicie C.
Dicie C. Mechling, 85, of Scottsdale, died Jan. 30, 1994. He was born in McCune, Kansas, and was a farmer and Rancher. Daughters, Anna Mae Fritz and Wanda Gantt; son, Donald; brother, Ely; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. Feb. 1, 1994.

MECK, Billy Fred
Buckeye - Billy Fred Meck, 57, Buckeye justice of the peace since 1946, died of a heart attack Thurs., Jan. 1, 1970, in his home. He was a native of Springfield, Ohio. He came to Arizona in 1932 to stay with relatives, the Moon family, original homesteaders of Moon Valley. In September 1934, Mr. MECK, the son of a Greek immigrant whose family name was MICHAELACOPOULOS, married Mildred SHEPARD of Liberty, who survives. He was awarded the Purple Heart after being wounded in Italy while serving with the Army during World War II. Sons, Bill F. of Ely, Nevada; Jackie of Buckeye and Tommy of Payson; a sister out of state; an aunt, Martha MOON FRANKLIN of Litchfield Park; and six grandchildren. Published in the Arizona Republic 1/3/1970.

MEDICUS, Fred Charles
Fred Charles Medicus, 91, was born in Youngstown, Ohio. Nephew, Edward M. MULDOON, Jr. 12/8/1982.

MEDINA, Augustin C.
Rosary and mass for Augustin C. Medina, 92, was in St. Anthony Church. Mr. Medina died Oct. 21, 1979, in his home. He moved here in 1959 from California and had been a field contractor in agriculture. Survivors include his wife, Marie; children, Amalia Arteaga, Artemisa Lango, Azucea Acosta, Aurora Alvarez, Augustine Jr., Alfred, Alejandro, Alfonso, Alisandro, Albert and Angel; a brother, 54 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. AZ Republic 24 Oct 1979.

MEDINA, Evelyn K.
Clifton - Evelyn K. Medina, 16, was born in Morenci and died March 15, 1980, at the Morenci Hospital. Miss Medina lived her life in the area. She was a junior at Morenci High School and was active in the band an participated in several sports at the school. Survivors include her parents, Ignacio and Ida Medina; a sister; and grandmother, Genevieve Medina. Mass was at the Shepard of the Hills Church. 3/18/1980.

MEDINA, Manuel J.
Manuel J. Median, 53, a native of Meyer, died Friday, April 21, 1978, in his home in Phoenix. He was a printer for American Printing Co. Sister, Martha Nauberger; three brothers, Benito, Luis and Robert. Lundberg White Rose Chapel. The Phoenix Gazette Tuesday, April 25, 1978

MEDINA, Manuela M.
Manuela M. Medina, 63, of 1428 S. 13th Pl., died Feb. 4, 1982, in St. Joseph's Hospital. Mrs. Medina was born in Calexico, CA, and came to the Valley as a child. Survivors include her children, Hope Abalos, Helen Penaloza, Augustine, Ernest, Manuel and Raymond; a brother; 32 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Mass was at Immaculate Heart Church, 909 E. Washington. Mortensen-Kings Mortuary. The AZ Republic Monday, Feb. 8, 1982.

MEDINA, Noe
Noe Medina, 23, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away September 6, 2004. Visitation will be held from 3:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at A. L. Moore Grimshaw Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at Immaculate Heart of Mary, 909 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/12/2004.

MEDINA, Tracy Thomas
Tracy Thomas Medina, 7, died Thursday, June 20, 1974, of a heart condition. He had attended Roosevelt Elementary School. Parents, Mr./Mrs. Charlie Medina; a brother, Charlie, Jr.; a sister, Angela; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ignacio Medina and Mr. and Mrs. Francisco Crisostomo. Services in Immaculate Heart Church. Moretnsen-Kings Funeral Center. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. 6/22/1974.

MEDLOCK, Ruth Irene
Ruth Irene Medlock, 50, died Sat., May 13, 1967, in Good Samaritan Hospital. She was born in Gowen, OK, and had been a resident of Phoenix for the past 47 years. She was a member of North Phoenix Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Home L. Medlock; two daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Shirley) Mensay of Phoenix and Mrs. Donald (Wanda) McCann of Newton, Kansas; her father, the Rev. J. G. Anderson; a sister, Mrs. Marie Brockman; and a brother, John W. Anderson, all of Phoenix; and three grandchildren. Burial in Resthaven Park Cemetery, Glendale. 5/15/1967.

MEDWIN, Yolanda
Yolanda (Yolie) Medwin, 52, of Sun City West, passed away September 10, 2004. Yolie is survived by her loving husband Gary Medwin, stepdaughter Karen Greenstein, grandchildren Steven and Rachel, stepfather Bernardo Rivera, sister Mary Helen Demarbiex, brothers Louis Demarbiex Jr., Larry Demarbiex Sr, Frank Demarbiex, sisters-in-law Rosa Demarbiex, Yvonne Demarbiex, Rose Demarbiex, aunt Connie Murillo, goddaughter Estella Noriega, nieces Leticia, Crystal, Marisela and Little Mary, nephews Larry Jr., Joshua, Gabriel, Philip, Paul and Jorge and several cousins. Yolie was preceded in death by her father Louis Demarbiex Sr., and mother Ernestina O. Rivera. Yolie was a loving and caring person who touched everyone's heart. She loved to play practical jokes on her family and friends, never forgot birthdays and loved spending time with her family. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 P. M., Tuesday, September 14, 2004 with Rosary at 7:00 P. M., at Whitney & Murphy Arcadia Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Mass will be at 10:00 A. M., Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at St. Vincent de Paul, 3140 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix with Interment at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/14/2004.

MEEK, Kenneth
Glendale - Services for Kenneth Earl Meek, 60, who died in Lexington, Nebraska, June 22, 1978, will be at the Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary. Mr. Meek was a dispatcher for Consolidated Freightways and also worked for Patterson Dental Co. He was born in Holyoke, Colorado and moved to Glendale 17 years ago. Wife, Zola; children, Donald, Kenneth, Randy, Larry, Richard, Terry Bailey, Cheryl and Jon STUART. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/24/1978.

MEEK, William Blaine
William Blaine Meek, 90, of Phoenix, died Feb. 13, 1994. He was a retired Western regional manager for the National Association of Electrical Distributors, was born in Paulding County, Georgia, and was a Mason. Daughter, Patricia B. Morlan and two grandchildren survive. A. L. Moore and Sons Mortuary. Services at Orangewood Retirement Community Chapel, 7550 N. 16th St. Published in the Arizona Republic 2/15/1994.

MEEKER, Ferrissa
20 Sep 1889 - 16 Dec 1970. Ferrissa J. Meeker, 81, a former police matron in Ithaca, N.Y., died Dec. 16, 1970. She came here in 1955 from Trumansburg, N.Y. She had received citations for her work as an aircraft spotter in New York during World War II. Survivors include a son, Louis G. of Trumansburg, and four grandchildren. Cremation. Family suggests contributions to the Palms Free Methodist Church, 2800 N. 29th St. 12/17/1970.

MEEKER, Marylou
Marylou Meeker, 64, Sun City, died Dec. 22, 1982. Mrs. Meeker was born in Ohio and moved to Arizona seven years ago from Westerville, Ohio. Husband, Daniel M.; daughter, Connie Lou Hunter; a sister and two grandchildren. 12/24/1982.

MEEKER, Zillah Mary
Zillah Mary (Middleton) Meeker, 83 of Carefree, AZ, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2004. She was born December 13, 1920, in Grand Rapids, MI. She was Secretary-Treasurer of the family pharmacy (Middleton's Drug Store) in Grand Rapids for many years and joined PCS in Scottsdale, AZ after moving to Arizona in 1986 to be closer to her grandchildren. She retired from PCS in 1997. Zillah held office in the Zonta Club of Grand Rapids and the Business and Professional Woman's Association of Grand Rapids. She was District Governor of Zonta International in 1976 and was named Grand Rapids Business Woman of the Year in 1960. She was preceded in death by her sister Nella, parents Louis and Julia, and brothers Peter and Victor. She is survived by her sister-in-law Estelle Middleton of Grand Rapids, daughter Margaret (a fourth generation pharmacist) and son-in-law Gary Clyde of Carefree, grandsons Dale Clyde and Eric Clyde of Bay City, MI, granddaughter Dr. Carol Clyde of Dallas, TX, great grandsons Devan and Derrek, great granddaughter Kennedy, and several nieces and nephews. Grave side services and interment will be at Rosedale Memorial Cemetery in Grand Rapids at 2:00 P. M. on October 2. Services arranged by Pederson's Funeral Home in Rockford, MI. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: "Lions Camp Tatiyee" (a camp for disabled children and adults), P. O. Box 6910, Mesa, AZ 85216. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/30/2004.

MEEKIN, Jasmine Lee
Jasmine Lee Meekin, infant daughter of Holly Udy-Meekin and Harry, of Phoenix, died July 24, 1994. Grandparents, Viola and E. Norman Udy and Grace Meekin. Grimshaw Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany. 8/6/1994.

MEHAN, Matthew A.
Matthew A. Mehan, 57, who had been a technical writer 27 years for Honeywell, Inc., died Oct. 1, 1980, in St. Luke's Hospital. Mr. Mehan, 11026 N. 28th Drive, came to Phoenix in 1977 from Natick, Massachusetts. He was a World War II Army Air Force veteran and a member of the Arizona and New Mexico Archeology Society. Survivors include his wife, Theresa; mother, Anna Parker Mehan; and a brother. Memorial services will be Saturday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. William J. Brett, 7040 E. Captain Dreyfus, Whitney & Murphy Arcadia Funeral Home made arrangements. Published in The Arizona Republic Thursday, October 9, 1980.

MEINER, Ken
Ken Meiner, 17, a junior at South Mounain High School, died of gunshot wounds Sat., Mar. 7, 1970, when two armed men robbed the Circle K Market where he was working. He was born in Pekin, Illinois, and came to Phoenix in 1962 from Rockford, Illinois. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Al MEINER; sisters, Patricia Ann SALSMAN of East Peoria, Illinois, Carol Jean MEINER of Phoenix; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George H. MEINER and Mrs. Rose HURLEY, all of Peoria. 3/10/1970.

MEINHARDT, Veronica
Rosary for Veronica Meinhardt, 64, who came here 15 years ago from New York City and died January 3, 1982, in a Valley hospital, were today in Sunnyside Mortuary Chapel, 614 E. Townley. Mrs. Meinhardt, of Phoenix, was a member of the Catholic Society of St. Jude. She had worked for the Red Cross and Salvation Army in San Diego. Survivors include her children, Rosemarie GAVIGAN, Raymond CAMPOS, Frederick, Richard and Charles MEINHARDT. Graveside services Resthaven, 6190 W. Northern Ave. Sunnyside Mortuary, 614 E. Townley. 5-Jan-1982

MEINKE, Alfred
For information call Arizona Burial/Cremation/Transportation Service, 334 W. Monroe. Published in The Arizona Republic Thursday, October 9, 1980. (funeral announcement only)

MELAND, Melvin C.
Rosary for Melvin C. Meland, 76, was in Northwest Mortuary, 4033 N. 19th Ave. Mass was at the Church of St. Vincent de Paul, 3140 N. 31st Ave. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Meland, 5015 W. Crittenden Lane, died Wednesday in a hospital at Minneapolis, his birthplace. He had retired as manager after 30 years with the Trim & Plywood Co. of Chicago. He was a Navy veteran of World War I and a member of Hoo Hoo, fraternal organization for lumbermen. Survivors include his wife, Agnes; and a brother, Oscar. Friday, June 14, 1974, Arizona Republic.

MELBY, Carl, Dr.
Dr. Carl Melby, 89, a retired chiropractor, died Tuesday, June 18, 1974, en route to Mesa General Hospital. Survivors include nieces and nephews. Services and burial were in Westby, Wisconsin. 6/21/1974.

MELENDEZ, Frank S., Jr.
Frank S. Melendez, Jr., 25, an Army veteran of Vietnam, was killed Sunday, June 16, 1974, in a Phoenix auto accident. He was born in Phoenix and was a recreation leader at Harmon Park. Wife, Irene; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Melendez, Sr.; brothers, Richard and Rudy; a sister, Linda Melendez. Mortensen-Kings Funeral Center. Mass in Immaculate Heart Church. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. 6/18/1974.

MELL, Anna B.
Anna B. Mell, 90, who came to Phoenix in 1924 from Minneapolis and was a member of Order of Eastern Star Chapter No. 5 here since 1931, died Oct. 25, 1979, in her home. Mrs. Mell was born in Berlin and brought to the United States when she was 12. She was the widow of Frank E. Mell, a former executive with Central Arizona Light & Power Co. Survivors include her sons, Gordon and Edmund; a sister, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services were in A. L. Moore & Sons Mortuary. Entombment Greenwood. The AZ Repubic 26 Oct 1979.

MELLOW, Gordon F.
Cottonwood - Gordon F. Mellow, 72, died Nov. 20, 1982, at Prescott Veterans Administration Medical Center. He had been a seven-year Arizona resident. He was born in Detroit and moved to Phoenix from Salem, Ohio. Memorial services were in Salem, Ohio. The AZ Republic 11/23/1982.

MELOY, Letty Joan Adank
Letty Joan Adank Meloy, 11-day-old daughter of Donald and Joan MELOY; brother, John Patrick Adank Maloy; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Brice CANADE and Mr. and Mrs. Donald G. MALOY and Willard ADANK. Published in the Phoenix Gazette 10/14/1982.

MELOY, William K.
William K. Meloy, 69, died Friday, Feb. 8, 1974, in University Hospital at Tucson. He had lived in Douglas since 1914. He was born in Pittsburgh, came to Arizona in 1911. He managed the Western Auto store and worked for Phelps Dodge Mercantile at Clifton and Morenci. He was post exchange manager of the Douglas Army Air Base during World War II and in 1946 opened the Meloy Insurance and Realty firm. He was a member of st. Stephen's Episcopal Church, the Masonic Order, the Shrine Temple Sabbar of Tucson and the Elks Lodge 995 and Cochise County Shriner Flivver Patrol. Wife, Barbara; sons, William K., Jr. of Douglas and Robert of San Marino, California; daughter, Mary Catherine Harris of El Paso; 12 grandchildren. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. 2/10/1974.

MELSON, Lois Faye
Lois Faye Melson, 67, of Phoenix, Arizona left us surrounded in the love and care of her family at her home on October 15, 2005 from complications of colon cancer. Faye was born on December 3, 1937 in Tennessee. She moved with her family to Phoenix, Arizona in 1970. She was a graduate of Phoenix College and Arizona State University in nursing. Faye was a nurse for 36 years and retired in 2004. She enjoyed quilts and antiques, collecting recipes and cooking. Her passion was one of love, hope & caring for others. Left to cherish her memory and live by her example are her five children: Debbie Thompson (Drew) of Florence, AL; Cindi (Ray) Lengacher of Montgomery, IN; David Melson of Franklin, TN; Charlotte (Frank) Minardo of Phoenix, AZ and Patrick (Kathi) Melson of Phoenix, AZ. Faye was also blessed with 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grand children. She is also survived by two brothers and four sisters and their families. Her love & friendship will be missed by all who knew her. Although she is not physically with us anymore, she is forever in our hearts. Join us in celebrating her life and her journey to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A service was held at Shackleford Funeral Home, 933 Highway 13 South, Collinwood, Tennessee. Published in The Arizona Republic on 10/19/2005.

MELTON, Anona Rachael
Anona Rachael Melton, 82, of Mesa died Sept. 19, 2004, in Mesa. Services: 3 p. m. Saturday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10305 E. Southern Ave., Mesa. Mesa Heritage Mortuary handled arrangements. (480) 985-4900. Submitted on (09/22/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MELTON, Nora Frances
Nora Frances Melton, 82, of Mesa, a hotel maid, died Feb. 5, 1994. She was born in Oklahoma. Survivors include her daughters, Barbara Allison, Sandra Bird, Ella Neiman and Deborah; son, Kenneth Hicks; sisters, Anna Lee Bruster; Ora Smith, Mary Foster and Ellen Willmet; 16 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services Wednesday Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale. Published in the Arizona Republic Monday, February 7, 1994.

MELTON, Nora Frances
Nora Frances Melton, 82, of Mesa, a hotel maid, died Feb. 5, 1994. She was born in Oklahoma. Survivors include her daughters, Barbara Allison, Sandra Bird, Ella Neiman and Deborah; son, Kenneth Hicks; sisters, Anna Lee Bruster, Ora Smith, Mary Foster and Ellen Willmet; 16 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. Published Monday, Feb. 7, 1994.

MELTON, R. R.
R. R. "Ray" Melton, of Litchfield Park, a retired Air Force colonel, died Dec. 30, 1987, in Chicago. He was born in Henderson, Kentucky, and was a World War II and Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Silver Star, Flying Cross and Purple Heart. Survivors include his wife, Margaret; daughter, Diane; sons, Ronald and James; a brother; and five grandchildren. Services at the Church of Litchfield Park, Litchfield Road and Fairway Drive. Menke Funeral Home made arrangements. The Arizona Republic Saturday, January 2, 1988, p. C4.

MELTREGER, Sidney
64, a retired restaurant operator, moved here 10 years ago from his native Chicago. Wife, Signe; son, Jerry and daughter, Karol GOODMAN, both of Chicago. 9/2/1967.

MELVIN, Ethel
Prescott - Mrs. Ethel Melvin, 80, died Friday, June 28, 1974, in a doctor's office. She was a retired manager of laundries. husband, William; daughter, Lela P. Ames; a grandchild; four great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Entombment in Holy Hope Mausoleum in Tucson. 6/30/1974.

MENDELOWITZ, Nettie
Nettie Mendelowitz, 89, died Friday, June 28, 1974, in the Kivel Nursing Home. Daughters, Mrs. Harriette Gerst, Mrs. Tillie Garten and Mrs. Rose Weitman; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Sinai Mortuary. Beth Israel Cemetery, 3401 W. Jackson. 6/30/1974.

MENDENHALL, John Allen
John Allen Mendenhall, 53, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away September 19, 2004. Born in Pueblo, CO, he moved to AZ 29 years ago from CO. He is survived by his mother, Shirley Mendenhall, Phoenix and sister, Deidra K. Mendanhall, Chinle, AZ. Private services were held. Contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014. Arrangements, Hansen Mortuary. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/22/2004.

MENDENHALL, Nellie B.
58, was born in Kentucky and moved to Mesa four years ago from Dayton. Husband, Clarence E.; brother, Arthur EVERHART; sister, Florence BUCK of Dayton. Burial in Dayton, Ohio. 9/6/1967.

MENDEZ, Gill
Gill Mendez began his journey on heaven's highway September 1, 2004. A well-known chartered motor coach driver for over 35 years, Gill has made many friends in the Valley of the Sun and throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. He took pride in his profession and enjoyed each day of his career. The highlight came in 1987, when he was personally chosen to drive for Pope John Paul II during his visit to Phoenix. Gill also drove for many other celebrities, but his favorite passengers were the ones experiencing an area for the first time. He looked forward to each tour. It was on one such tour that he met his wife Kellie. Gill and Kellie were married on April 10, 1993. They have worked side-by-side in the travel & tour industry for over 11 years. Their partnership in life was devoted and supportive. Gill retired from Arrow Stage Lines in 1995 due to his failing health. Gilbert Mendez was born to Esteban and Tomasita Mendez on June 20, 1937 in Kyle, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Alexander, his sister Onita Mendez, and an infant grandson. He is survived by his wife, Kellie of Apache Junction, AZ; his stepmother, Pasion Mendez of Oklahoma; his sons, Gilbert Mendez Jr. of Spokane, WA, Alexander Mendez of Tinley Park, IL; his daughters, Angelita Lara of Cicero, IL, Nancy McMahon of Oak Park, IL, Tina Garcia of Chicago, IL, Samantha Mendez of Phoenix, and Rachel Roman of Chicago, IL; his step-children, Stacey Hissong of Indianapolis, IN and Stephen Hissong of Plymouth, IN. Gill often boasted of his grandchildren. He is survived by 25 grandchildren and step grandchildren, but he never acknowledged any difference. He is also survived by brothers: Art Mendez, Steve Mendez, Frank Mendez, Bobby Mendez, Alex Mendez, Eddie Mendez; his sisters, Corine Mendez, Lisa Stewart, Diana Garcia, Linda Pethoad, Ann Marie Davis, TX, Bonnie Cooper, and Laura Widney; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Visitation for Gill will be from 7-9 pm on Monday, September 6 at Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care, 400 South Power Rd., Mesa. Friends are requested to bring a picture or brief note of their remembrances of Gill for the family's memorial keepsake. Services will be held for Gill Mendez at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 7 in the Mariposa Gardens Cemetery Chapel, 6747 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa. Rev. Jeff Peterson of Red Mountain Christian Center will officiate. Burial to follow at Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park, Mesa, AZ. Memorial tributes for Gilbert Mendez will be accepted by Mariposa Gardens for his memorial fund and Hospice Family Care, 1125 E. Southern Ave #202, Mesa, AZ 85204 of Mesa. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/5/2004.

MENDEZ, Paul E.
Services for Paul E. Mendez, Jr., 41, who had been a painter for Arizona Public Service, will be today in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3802 N. 59th Ave. Mr. Mendez, 5724 W. Mulberry, was born in Miami and died January 1, 1982, in Maryvale Samaritan Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Veronica; children, Sabina, Laurie, Dulcenia, Paul, Philip and Andy; two sisters and three brothers; and a grandmother. Mortensen-Kings Funeral Center made arrangements. the Arizona Republic, Tuesday, January 5, 1982.

MENDIVIL, Dora B.
Rosary for Dora B. Mendivil, 54, who died March 26, 1980, was in Arizona Funeral Home. Mass was in Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 909 E. Washington. Mrs. Mendivil moved to Phoenix 36 years ago from New Mexico. Her husband, Manuel, survives. 3/28/1980.

MENDIVIL, Mary Celaya
Mary Celaya Mendivil, 89, of Mesa, a homemaker, died Nov. 15, 1988. She was born in Mexico. Survivors include two sons, Al and Edward; two daughters, Ophelia Hermosillo and Lottie Dominguez; 14 grandchildren. Melcher Mortuary Chapel of the Roses, 43 S. Stapley Dr., Mesa, with a rosary. Mass at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 36 W. First St., Mesa. Nov. 18, 1988.

MENDOZA, Andres R.
Andres R. Mendoza, 52, of Phoenix, AZ. On August 31, 2004 the gates of heaven were open for Andres R. Mendoza, 52, of Phoenix, AZ. He leaves behind his wife Teresa, his sons Andres Jr. and Alejandro, his daughter Amanda and two grandchildren Andrew and Anali Mendoza, three brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be Monday, September 6th, 2004 at Resthaven Park Mortuary 5p-8p with Rosary at 7p. Services will be Tuesday, September 7th at 10a at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church 909 E. Washington, Phoenix. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/5/2004.

MENDOZA, Cynthia
Cynthia Mendoza, infant daughter of Claudia V. Dela Cruz and Jose of Aguila, died Oct. 31, 1994. Other survivors include her sister, Ellia Vanessa. Aguila Cemetery. 2 Nov 1994. MENOSKY, Juliana Juliana Menosky, 88, of Scottsdale, died May 19, 1994. She was born in Czechoslovakia and was a retired seamstress. Survivors include her daughter, Dorothy; son, Joseph; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 5/23/1994.

MENDOZA, Espiridon G.
Espiridon G. Mendoza, 64, a section hand with the Santa Fe Railroad, died Feb. 28, 1970, in a local hospital. He was born in Presidio, TX, and came to Phoenix 25 years ago. Survivors include his wife, Bernave; five daughters, Mrs. Soledad M. Sanchez, Anita Mendoza, Mrs. Mary H. Saenz, Mrs. Margaret Encinas, and Connie Mendoza; three sons, Joe, John and Toy, all of Phoenix; one brother and four sisters out of state and 31 grandchildren. Funeral Mass was at the Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 909 W. Washington. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. 3/1/1970.

MENDOZA, Eufrasia R.
24 September 1913 - 28 June 1974. Eufrasia R. Mendoza, 66, died Friday, June 28, 1974, in a Phoenix hospital. Children, Mrs. Lydia Ostos, Mrs. Ramona Mendoza, Mrs. Yolanda Madero, Gilbert, Jr.; Jesus and Crecencio Mendoza; her mother, Mrs. Sebastiana Ramirez; a sister and two brothers; and 10 grandchildren. 29 June 1974.

MENDOZA, Julio
73, a retired farmer, was born in Ures, Sonora, and had resides in Arizona for 53 years. Daughters, Carmen and Terrie MENDOZA, Rosie GONZALES, Helen BONITA, Toni MENDOZA, Mary MIRANDIA, Luje SATOMEYER; sons, Manuel, Frank, Joe and Julio; two brothers in Mexico. Burial in Mountain View Memorial Gardens. 9/10/1967.

MENDOZA, Luis G.
8 Aug 1924 - 3 Oct 1980 Buckeye - Luis G. Mendoza, 56, of Buckeye, came here in 1940 from Fiero, N.M. and died Oct. 3, 1980, in Maryvale Hospital. He was a farm worker. Surviving are his wife, Socorro; sons, Reuben and George; a sister; three brothers and six grandchildren. Mass was at the Buckeye Community Church. 5 Oct 1980

MENDOZA, Reynaldo
Florence - Reynaldo Mendoza, 59, died Saturday, June 1, 1974, in his home. He was an Arizona State Prison guard for 24 years. Wife, Juanita; daughters, Teresa and Angela Mendoza; brothers, Joe, Elias, Clarence, Roy, Raul and Henry; sisters, Mrs. Aurelia Youtsey and Mrs. Hortensia Rose. Services were in the Church of the Assumption. Burial in Florence Cemetery. 6/3/1974.

MENDOZA, Rita
Mrs. Rita Mendoza, 85, died Sat., June 22, 1974, in a local hospital. Caughters, Mrs. Dolores Ruiz, Mrs. Elvira Garcia, Mrs. Alice Payan, Mrs. Margaret Solomon, Mrs. Connie Clark, Mrs. Refugia Berney; 35 grandchildren; 74 great-grandchildren. Services were in Sacred Heart Church. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. 6/23/1974.

MENDOZA, Robert P.
Robert P. Mendoza, 61, who worked as a mason tender in his native Phoenix, died Jan. 4, 1982, in Phoenix Veterans Hospital. Mr. Mendoza, 2915 W. Moreland, was a member of American Legion Post 41 and Union Local 383. He is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Josie HERRERA, Mary SEGOVIA, Patricia, Robert, Johnny, Frank, Richard, Eddie, Jimk, Rudy and Henry; two brothers; 25 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mass will be in Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 909 W. Washington. Botimer Mortuary made arrangements. the Arizona Republic, Thursday, January 7, 1982.

MENEFEE, Linda
Linda Menefee, 54, of Tempe, died Jan. 29, 1994. She was born in Russiaville, Indiana, and was a homemaker. Husband, Max; daughters, Kelly Hohn and Holly May; mother, Melba McCoy; sister, Carol Martin; four grandchildren. Services First Baptist Church of Scottsdale. Feb. 1, 1994.

MENENDEZ, Virginia
Virginia Menendez, 67, Chandler, Arizona, passed away September 21, 2004. Visitation 6-8 P. M., Friday, September 24, 2004 at The Chapel of Bueler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Drive in Chandler, Arizona. Services 9 A. M., Saturday, September 25, 2004 at The Chapel of Bueler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Drive in Chandler, Arizona. Contributions may be made to The Dobson House of Hospice of the Valley, 1188 N. Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ 85224. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/23/2004.

MENENDEZ, Virginia
Virginia Menendez, 67, of Chandler died Sept. 21, 2004, in Chandler. Services: 9 a. m. Saturday at Bueler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Drive, Chandler. (480) 963-6351. Submitted on (09/23/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MENESES, Joseph Carl
Joseph Carl Meneses, 41, of Henderson, NV, passed away September 9, 2004. Memorial service September 25, 2004 at 2pm, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2244 W. Keating, Mesa, AZ. Contributions to: Memorial Fund for Joseph's Son, Business Bank, Las Vegas, NV, Acct#. 001209841 Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/21/2004.

MENGES, Beryle
1 August 1902 - 8 October 1979 Graveside services for Beryle E. Menges, 78, were in Floral Lakes Cemetery at El Mirage with honors by an American Legion funeral committee. Mrs. Menges died Oct. 8, 1979, in Flandreau, S. D. She served as a corporal in World War II and moved to Arizona 18 years ago from Minnesota. Her husband, Charles, died here in February. Sunset Chapel, 301 W. Camelback. The AZ Republic 11 Oct. 1979.

MENGES, Lennie A.
Gisela - Mrs. Lennie A. Menges, 80, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 1969, at her home. Mrs. Menges was born in Rising Star, Texas, and came to Arizona in a covered wagon in 1897. Survivors include one son, Pat MORGAN, of Miami; seven grandchildren whom she raised; 27 gr-grandchildren; and eight gr-gr-grandchildren. Services were in the Payson School Auditorium. Burial in Payson Cemetery. Published in the Arizona Republic 1/2/1970.

MENHENNETT, David Lee
Mesa -- David Lee Menhennett, 58, was born in Mesa and died Thursday, Feb. 5, 1976, in an auto accident in Elmo, Utah. He had retired as a maintenance superintendent at Williams Air Force Base and served in the Marine Corps in World War II. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his children, Cherie Brown and Jim; a brother and three sisters' and 10 grandchildren. Mesa City Cemetery 10 Feb 1976

MENIN, Israel J.
Scottsdale - Graveside services for Israel J. Menin, 79, who retired after owning a grocery store 30 years in Sioux City, Iowa, will be in Green Acres Memorial Gardens, 401 N. Hayden. Mr. Menin moved to Scottsdale a year ago from Minnesota and died Jan. 5, 1982, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter, Jean GROSSMAN; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Sinai Mortuary made arrangements. the Arizona Republic, Thursday, January 7, 1982.

MENUCCI, William Eugene
William Eugene Menucci, 68, of Sun City, died Feb. 7, 1994. He was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and was an IBM account representative and a Navy veteran. Wife, Elaine; daughters, Rae A. Kressin, Terri L. Zeman and Robin J.; sons, Robert Ristow, William, John J., and Robert J.; brother, I.E.; and eight grandchildren. St. Joachim and St. Anne Catholic Church, Sun City. The Arizona Republic Thursday, Feb. 10, 1994.

MERCADO, Yolanda O.
Yolanda "Jolly" O. Mercado, 51, of Phoenix, died May 12, 1994. She was born in Phoenix and was a shipping clerk. Survivors include her husband, Ramon A.; daughters, Kathy Torres and Charlene; sons, Daniel J. Torres, Ramon G. and Frank A.; four sisters; two brothers, and 10 grandchildren. Thursday, May 19, 1994.

MERCER, Lonnie M.
Lonnie M. Mercer, 18, died en route to a Valley hospital Friday, April 21, 1978, after a motorcycle accident. Lonnie was brought to Arizona two years ago from Mount Gilead, Ohio, and worked at Wright Steel Co. Mother and stepfather, Helen and M.B. Wygle; three sisters; and a brother. The Phoenix Gazette Monday, April 24, 1978

MERCER, Mildred
Mildred Mercer, 69, of 9439 N. 16th Place, a resident of Arizona for 25 years, died Sunday, April 3, 1977, in John C. Lincoln Hospital. Survivors include her husband, C. L.; children, Clarence W., Robert E., and Mrs. Marilyn LeBasAS; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Hansen Mortuary announced private services. Published in the Arizona Republic 4/4/1977.

MEREDITH, Betty June
Betty June Meredith, 64, of Phoenix, died Oct. 28, 1994. She was born in Long Bottom, Ohio, and was an electronics assembly worker for Motorola. Survivors include her husband, Robert; daughters, Patricia Cooper; son, Dennis Meredith; sisters, Eloise, Vivian, Martha, Zeta and Marilyn; and brothers, Chester and George. National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. 1 Nov 1994.

MEREDITH, Russell E.
Sun City - Services for Russell E. Meredith, 85, who moved here 10 years ago from Grand Marias, Minnesota, were at Heritage Funeral Chapel in Youngtown. Mr. Meredith, a regional manager for Bostitch, Inc., for 40 years before retiring, died Nov. 21, 1982, at Beverly Manor Convalescent Center. He was a veteran of World War I, a Scottish Rite Mason, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include his wife and sister, Bertha. 11/25/1982.

MERICLE, Ross Vernon
Glendale - Ross Vernon Mericle, 65, a pastor who moved to Arizona 28 years ago from California, died Dec. 6, 1982, at his home. He was born in Zion, IL, and pastored three churches in California before becoming a missionary to Navajo Indians at Castle Butte, AZ, a mission he served for 23 years. He was a member of the Faith Cahpel, FOursquare Church in GLendale. Survived by his wife, Kathleen; daughters, Barbara Jean Castle and Colleen; son, Daniel; amd 11 grandchildren. 12/10/1982.

MERLEY, June C.
June C. Merley, 75, of Albuquerque, N. M. (former Mesa resident) died Sept. 4, 2004, in Albuquerque, N. M. Services: 12:30 p. m. Sunday at SRF Church, 6111 N. Central, Phoenix. Sunrise Funeral Options handled arrangements. (505) 821-0010. Submitted on (09/18/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MERRIFIELD, Linwood
25 Feb 1909 - 4 July 1979 Glendale - Memorial services for Linwood A. MERRIFIELD, 70, were in Epworth Methodist Church, 5935 W. Camelback. Mr. Merrifield, 8611 N. 67th Ave. died July 4, 1979, in Phoenix Memorial Hospital. He moved here 26 years ago and had been a maintenance employee in the aerospace industry. He is survived by daughter, Elaine Crissy; a grandchild and three sisters. Friends may call in Chapel of the Chimes 7924 N. 59th Ave. Published in the Arizona Republic Friday, July 6, 1979, p. C-6.

MERRIFIELD, Linwood
Glendale -- Memorial services for Linwood A. MERRIFIELD, 70, were in Epworth Methodist Church, 5935 W. Camelback. Mr. Merrifield, 8611 N. 67th Ave. died July 4, 1979, in Phoenix Memorial Hospital. He moved here 26 years ago and had been a maintenance employee in the aerospace industry. He is survived by daughter, Elaine CRISSY; a grandchild and three sisters. Friends may call in Chapel of the Chimes 7924 N. 59th Ave. he Arizona Republic Friday, July 6, 1979, p. C-6.

MERRILL, Bernardine
Mesa - Bernardine Merrill, 67, a lifelong Mesa resident, died Dec. 28, 1982, in her home. Mrs. Merrill was a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, Eagles Forum, and the Republican Women's Committee. She is survived by husband, Calvin; daughters, Linda Ray, Donna Whiting, Janine Graff and Marsha Jamison; son, Calvin; three brothers and 23 grandchildren. Services were in the Alma 8th Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sunnyside Mortuary handled arrangements. 12/31/1982.

MERRILL, Clara Goulding
Clara Goulding Merrill, 96, of Gilbert, died Aug. 3, 1994. She was born in Circleville, Utah, and was a retired seamstress. Daughters, Sybil Grahm and Gwen Dyer; sons, Wayne Hall and Mose; 17 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great-grandchildren. Services were in Idaho. Falconer Funeral Home. 8/6/1994.

MERRILL, Florence Marcella
Funeral services for Mrs. Florence Marcella Merrill, 65, who died in her home here, will be today in the Wenden Elementary School at Wenden. Mrs. Merrill, born in California, had spent all of her life in Arizona. She had lived in Salome the past 18 months. She is survived by her husband, Fletcher MERRILL; a son, Donald M. HARTRANFT, Patagonia; a sister, Mrs. Gladys KRENZ, Arcadia, Claifornia; and three grandchildren. 21 January 1960

MERRILL, Joyce
Joyce Merrill, 78, of Mesa died Aug. 27, 2004, in Mesa. Services: 11 a. m. Wednesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ellsworth Ward, 618 S. Signal Butte Road, Mesa. Bunker's Desert View Chapel handled arrangements. (480) 986-1616. Submitted on (08/31/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MERRILL, Lucille M.
Lucille M. Merrill, 74, moved to Arizona in 1958 from her native Wisconsin and died Monday, Oct. 25, 1982, in Phoenix. She had worked in the Arizona State Department personnel office. Survived by several cousins. The Phoenix Gazette 10/27/1982.

MERRILL, Roy Wesley
Roy Wesley Merrill, 89, of Glendale, AZ passed away 9/21/2004. He was born on 11/21/1914 in Salem, MO & was preceded in death by 5 sisters & 4 brothers. Roy is survived by his wife, Hazel D. Merrill; 1 son Marland R. Merrill; 1 granddaughter & 3 great-grandchildren. Visitation 3-6 P. M., Fri., Sept. 24, 2004 at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59 Ave. Glendale, where the Funeral Service will be at 11:00 A. M. on Sat., Sept. 25. Interment Resthaven Park Cemetery, Glendale. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/24/2004.

MERRILL, Thomas J.
Services were held today for Thomas J. Merrill, 67, a self-employed electrical engineer. Merrill, 6209 W. Whitton, was born in Utah and moved to Phoenix 38 years ago. He died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1982, in a Valley hospital. He was a high priest of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints of the Bisopic Ward. Survivors include his wife, Twilla; two daughters, Mary Anne Craig and Marcilla Larsen; four sons, Stephen, Mark, George and John; his mother, Alice Yates Merrill; two brothers; and 11 grandchildren. Published in The Arizona Republic October 2, 1982, p. A11.

MERRINS, James T.
James T. Merrins, 64, was born in Yonkers, N. Y., and moved to Phoenix from Minneapolis ten years ago. Wife, Andrea; daughters, Marion DAVIS and Roberta; son, Timothy; a sister and brother. 12/4/1982.

MERRITT, Arthur H.
Sun Lakes - Arthur H. Merritt, 70, died Nov. 20, 1982. He was a retired fire chief in Billings, Montana, and moved to Sun Lakes a month ago. He was born in Cody, Wyoming. He was a Mason, a member of the Order of Eastern Star and an Elk. Survived by his wife, Gladys; daughters, Marlene Koppenhauer and LaVaun Nelson; a sister, four brothers and seven grandchildren. AZ Republic Nov. 23, 1982.

MERRITT, Kathy Lee
Kathy Lee Merritt, 55, of Peoria, AZ, passed away Monday, September 27, 2004 with her family by her side. She is survived by her daughters, Char Gross and Cindy Hahn; Son-in-laws, Rich and Craig; her granddaughters, Jordyn, Lacey and Haley; Mother, Clara Barlow; Brother, Randy Barlow; Sister, Fran (Brian) Willett and several nieces and nephews. Kathy also leaves behind her beloved dear friends, Norma and Manuel Valenzuela. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 2, 2004 at 10:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Chapel 6830 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ 85381. A Graveside ceremony will follow at Resthaven Park Cemetery at 6290 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/30/2004.

MERRITT, Zelda A.
Zelda A. Merritt, died Sept 9, 2004 at her home in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 92, She was born in Logan, Utah on October 24, 1911 to the late Hans and Mynoa Richardson Andersen. Zelda married Clarence Willard Merritt and together they raised their family, moving to Arizona in 1935 from New Mexico. She is survived by her daughters, Arlyce Reynolds, Deanne Pepera, Sons, Brent Merritt, Terryl Merritt, 18 Grandchildren, 28 Great-Grandchildren, her brother, Lyneer Andersen and her sisters, Tresa McKinnon, Nona Nichols, Janet Ray, Ethlyn Ray, Ruth Threet and Dona Lee Beazer. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Monday September 13, 2004 at the Olive Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 605 E. 2nd Ave. Mesa, Arizona 85204. Zelda was buried next to her husband, Clarence in family graveside services on Saturday, Sept 11, 2004 in Virden, New Mexico. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/11/2004.

MERRITT, Zelda A.
Zelda A. Merritt, died September 9, 2004 at her home in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 92. She was born in Logan, UT on October 24, 1911 to the late Hans and Mynoa Richardson Andersen. Zelda married Clarence Willard Merritt and together they raised their family, moving to Arizona in 1935 from New Mexico. She is survived by her daughters, Arlyce Reynolds and Deanne Pepera; sons, Brent Merritt and Terryl Merritt; 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; her brother, Lyneer Andersen; and her sisters, Tresa McKinnon, Nona Nichols, Janet Ray, Ethlyn Ray, Ruth Threet and Dona Lee Beazer. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 13, 2004 at the Olive Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 605 E. 2nd Ave., Mesa, Arizona 85204. Zelda was buried next to her husband, Clarence in family graveside services on Saturday, September 11, 2004 in Virden, New Mexico. Submitted on (09/11/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MESA, Noah James
Noah James Mesa, Born 8-28-04 Died 8-28-04, Son of Natalie Ann Mesa of Phoenix. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 25, 2004 at Mountainview Cemetery in Kingman, Arizona. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/24/2004.

MESQUITA, Juan
Mass for Juan Mesquita, 67, a lifelong resident of Phoenix, will be said at 9:30 a.m. Friday in St. Anthony's Church, 909 S. First Ave. Mesquita, 1106 S. Fourth Ave., died Sunday in Midland, Texas. He served in the Army during World War II. Survivors include two daughters, Connie RUBIO and Esther Maria ROMERO; four sons, Juan Jr., Carlos, Conrad and Jose; a sister; two brothers; 32 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Published in the Phoenix Gazette 10/27/1982.

MESQUITA, Magdalena
Rosary for Magdalena Helen Mesquita, 73, was Friday in Mortensen-Kings Funeral Center, 1920 W. Washington. Mass Saturday in Immaculate Heart Church, 909 E. Washington. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. Miss Mesquita, of 814 S. First Ave., died Monday, July 15, 1974, in her home. Survivors include a brother, Miguel Mesquita; sisters, Mrs. Rosa Moreno, Mrs. Lupe Telles and Mrs. Antonia Vasquez. Published in the Arizona Republic Saturday, 7/20/1974.

MESSINGER, Hal R.
Hal R. Messinger, 60, died Sunday, July 14, 1974, in Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. He had been an executive 21 years for the International Business Machine Corp. in the southeastern states and had worked in the pro shop at Valley Country Club until April and was a Sertoma Club past president. Wife, Helen; children, Richard, Hal T., Mrs. R. H. Frische; sister and two brothers; and Mrs. H. O. Ziebell; and eight grandchildren. Hansen Mortuary. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. 7/17/1974.

MESSLER, Charles L.
Charles L. Messler, 75, born in Frankfort, Indiana, came to Chandler in 1932. He was a mechanic. He was a member of the Masons in Elsie, Mich., where he lived before coming to Chandler. Also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Wife, Olive C.; daughter, Mrs. Mildred G. Palmer of Frankfort and two grandchildren. Matthew B. Juan Post 35 of the American Legion will conduct graveside services in East Resthaven Park, Phoenix. Rev. Ralph K. Wheeler will officiate. Published in the Arizona Republic June 17, 1962.

MESSMORE, Letha C.
16 Jul 1893 - 5 Oct 1979 Tempe - Letha C. Messmore, 86, who lived at 836 McKemy until 1973, died Oct. 5, 1979, in Las Fores Nursing Home east of Mesa. She moved here 15 years ago. Services were in Los Angeles. Oct. 10, 1979.

MESSNER, Lillian Ruth
Lillian Ruth Messner, 51, a member of the Apostolic Christian Church, died Tues., May 2, 1967, in her home. She was born in Stevens County, Minnesota, and moved to Phoenix in 1952 from Hancock, Minnesota. Husband, Richard; daughter, Patsy; son, Gary; brother, C. W. REBER, all of Phoenix; four brothers and five sisters out of state. Burial in East Resthaven Cemetery. 5/4/1967.

METCALF, Mike
Mike Metcalf, 27, of Litchfield Park, passed away on 9/16/04. Mike was a Correctional Officer at Lewis Prison. He is survived by his wife, Eileen; daughters, Courtney, Madison, Melissa, & Samantha; mother, Sharon; sister, Lisa; grandparents, Norma & Jay Shipwash; uncles, Larry & Gary; and aunt, Karen. Visitation will be on Sunday, 9/19/04, from 5:00 to 9:00 P. M. at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services - Sunnyslope Chapel, 614 E. Townley Ave., Phoenix. Services will be on Monday, 9/20/04, at 10:00 A. M. at the Mortuary. Interment following at Resthaven Park Cemetery, 6290 W. Northern Ave., Glendale. Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/18/2004.

METCALF, Robert Earl
Robert Earl Metcalf, 66, of Phoenix, a retired service station manager, died Jan. 2, 1988, at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. He was born in Seminole, Oklahoma, and was a World War II Air Force veteran. Survivors include his wife, Madonna; daughter, Donna CONNER... (page cuts off here). Published in the Arizona Republic 5 January 1988, p. D10.

METZ, Grace V.
Grace V. Metz, 52, of Phoenix, died Wed., Oct. 23, 1974, of cancer in John C. Lincoln Hospital. She had been a keypunch supervisor for the City of Phoenix after coming here seven years ago from Golden, Colorado. Children, Marty, Brian, Eric and Maura Meta; mother, Mrs. Grace McCaffry; and a brother, Hugh McCaffry. Mass in Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Cremation followed. Sunnyslope Sunnyside Mortuary. 10/26/1974.

METZ, William A.
William A. Metz, 77, who retired as a cement finisher and later worked for the Arizona Biltmore, died Nov. 21, 1982. Mr. Metz was born in St. Louis and moved to Arizona in 1947. Survivors include his wife, Mary; sons, William and Harold; daughters, Alice Bodine and Gloria McMahon; one sister and 15 grandchildren. Services at Paradise Valley Chapel. 11/24/1982.

METZEL, Bill Alexander
Bill Alexander Metzel, of Surprise, Ariz., formerly of Fair Oaks, Calif., died August 26, 2004 peacefully at home surrounded by his family after an incredibly courageous 19-year battle against medical odds. A self-proclaimed "artist, natural athlete, lover, intellect, cheap thrill seeker and all 'round nice guy," Billy, Uncle Bill, Wild Bill, B. A. M. was 78 years young. He was born Oct. 7, 1925 in Whitehall, Mont., raised in Dillon and spent summers at the family's York Ranch in the Ruby Valley. His family moved to California where he attended San Bernardino Valley College, served in the Air Force while stationed in Bakersfield, and married Marla, his college sweetheart. Four children later, they moved to Carmichael where they raised their family at the beloved "adobe" home to countless great times had by all. A graphic designer by profession, he was also a talented cartoonist, illustrator, painter and writer. After a long career with the State of California, Bill retired in 1985 as Chief of Graphic Services for Caltrans. In 1998, he and Marla relocated to Sun City Grand in Arizona. Whether it was skiing, golf, partying, hot tubbing, growing his crops, sky diving or flying ultra lights, Bill was a player. He loved music---from Stan Kenton, to Willie, to the Grateful Dead---his collection was vast and eclectic. And color filled his life---the more, the brighter, the better. Writing was his special gift. An accomplished wordsmith, his works were sheer entertainment, intricately laced with his great sense of humor and wit. And skiing was his passion. . . . . from the early days of hiking up San Gorgonio, to ski racer, jumper, and instructor, to founding member of FARRTS (Fat-Aging-Rummy-Run-down-Tired-Skiers, a non-profit organization devoted to Sporty Things), he loved it. He gave all his children the gift of skiing at an early age and recouped his investment by frequently visiting them when they all eventually migrated to Sun Valley, Id. It was there on Baldy that Bill took his last run at age 77. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years. Survivors include daughters Carla Sinclair (Mills), Scottsdale, Ariz., Molly Metzel, Redondo Beach, Calif.; sons, Mick (Lu Ann), Hailey, Id., Eric (Jane), Sisters, Ore; and grandchildren Tyler Metzel and Megan and Maddie Sinclair. The family especially thanks his special friend Linda, without whose unconditional support would not have enabled Bill to ride that last wave. A celebration of Bill Metzel's life will be held Saturday, Sept. 25, 2004, 12 noon at Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Bill's name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, Az 85014, or---do something nice for someone you love. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/3/2004.

Metzel, Bill Alexander
Bill Alexander Metzel, of Surprise, Arizona, formerly of Fair Oaks, California, died Thursday, August 26, 2004, peacefully at home surrounded by his family after an incredibly courageous 19-year battle against medical odds. A self-proclaimed "artist, natural athlete, lover, intellect, cheap thrill seeker and all 'round nice guy," Billy, Uncle Bill, Wild Bill, B. A. M. was 78 years young. He was born October 7, 1925, in Whitehall, Montana, raised in Dillon and spent summers at the family's Yourk Ranch in the Ruby Valley. His family moved to California where he attended San Bernardino Valley College, served in the Air Force while stationed in Bakersfield, and married Marla, his college sweetheart. Four children later, they moved to Carmichael where they raised their family at the beloved "adobe", home to countless great times had by all. A graphic designer by profession, he was also a talented cartoonist, illustrator, painter and writer. After a long career with the State of California, Bill retired in 1985 as Chief of Graphic Services for Caltrans. In 1998, he and Marla relocated to Sun City Grand in Arizona. Whether it was skiing, golf, partying, hot tubbing, growing his crops, sky diving or flying ultra lights, Bill was a player. He loved music Ð from Stan Kenton to Willie, to the Grateful Dead Ð his collection was vast and eclectic. And color filled his life Ð the more, the brighter, the better. Writing was his special gift. An accomplished wordsmith, his works were sheer entertainment, intricately laced with his great sense of humor and wit. And skiing was his passion. . . from the early days of hiking up San Gorgonio, to ski racer, jumper, and instructor, to founding member of FARRTS (Fat-Aging- Rummy- Run-down Tired- Skiers, a non-profit organization devoted to Sporty Things), he loved it. He gave all his children the gift of skiing at an early age and recouped his investment by frequently visiting them when they all eventually migrated to Sun Valley, Idaho. It was there on Baldy that Bill took his last run at age 77. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years. Survivors include daughters: Carla Sinclair (Mills) of Scottsdale, Arizona; Molly Metzel of Redondo Beach, California; sons: Mick (Lu Ann) of Hailey, Idaho; Eric (Jane) of Sisters, Oregon; and grandchildren: Tyler Metzel and Megan and Maddie Sinclair. The family especially thanks his special friend Linda, without whose unconditional support would not have enabled Bill to ride that last wave. A celebration of Bill Metzel's life will be held Saturday, September 25, 2004 at 12 noon at Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael, California. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Bill's name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85014 Ð or do something nice for someone you love. Arrangements handled by Sunland Memorial Park, 623-933-0161. Published in the Daily News-Sun on 9/3/2004.

METZGER, Daisy Florence
Daisy Florence Metzger, 92, of Phoenix, died Feb. 14, 1994. She was born in Abotsford, Wisconsin, and was a homemaker. Sons, Floyd and Wayne Schumacher; stepsons, George and Glen; brother, Arthur Stannard; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandhilc. Services were in Wisconsin. Arizona Cremation and Burial. 2/18/1994.

MEULENERS, Guy F.
Guy F. Meuleners, Tempe, 57, who came to Tempe 27 years ago and worked as a water crew pump foreman for the Salt River Project, will be in Carr Mortuary Chapel. Mr. Meuleners, 1029 Butte, died Friday, April 1, 1977, in Tempe Community Hospital. Services were in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2121 S. Rural. Surviving are his mother, Amelia S.; two brothers; and two sisters. Published in the Arizona Republic 4/4/1977.

MEYER, Alfred B.
Alfred B. Meyer, 57, of Mesa, died July 30, 1994. He was born in New York City and was a mechanical engineer with Motorola. Wife, Cecelia; daughters, Karen Kniand Audrey Whitby; sons, William and Alan; mother, Eugenia Poitiers; sister, Barbara McGovern; brothers, Kurt, Konrad and Robert; and seven grandchildren. 4 August 1994.

MEYER, Efli W.
Willcox - Efli W. Meyer, 51, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 1969, in the Tucson Medical Center. He was born in Bellingham, Washington, and came to Willcox from Idaho 31 years ago. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Lutheran Church, Willcox Masonic Lodge, Willcox Elks, American Legion, Willcox Lions Club and the Arizona and Cochise-Graham Cattlegrowers Assns. Wife, Helen; sons, Harry, Mike and John, all of Willcox; daughter, Mrs. Diane WALLACE of Tucson; four brothers out of state. Published in the Arizona Republic 1/1/1970.

MEYER, HERBERT
Herbert C. (Bert) Meyer, 70, of Wickenburg died Saturday, May 5 in Boswell Memorial Hospital in Sun City. He was a native of Le Mars, Ia. He retired in 1874 after 18 years with the West River Electric Assn. at Wall, S. Dak. Mr. Meyer was a member of the Wickenburg Lions Club, Toastmasters and the Chamber of Commerce, and attended the Desert Chapel here. Surviving are his widow, Gertrude; a daughter, Leslie Oliver of Littleton, Colo.; a son, Barry, of Brookings, S. Dak., two granddaughters and a grandson. Memorial services were in the Wickenburg Funeral Home Monday this week, May 7, with Pastor Richard Coleman officiating. Burial will be at Le Mars, Iowa. The Wickenburg Sun, Wickenburg, AZ May 10, 1979, p. 13

MEYER, Irene
Funeral services for Irene (Mom) Meyer, 65, Phoenix resident 17 years, were in Mercer Mortuary. Mrs. Meyer died Sunday, Jan. 10, 1960, in Good Samaritan Hospital. She was an honorary member of the American Legion Auxiliary here. The Rev. Herbert L. Manning officiated. Burial in Resthaven Park. Survivors are a son, William, Phoenix; and a sister, Mrs. Helen Becher, St. Paul, Minnesota; and a brother, Edward Kruppenbacker, McGregor, Minnesota. AZ Republic 12 Jan 1960.

MEYER, Joseph J.
Joseph J. Meyer, 65, of Glendale, died March 29, 1977, in St. Luke's Hospital. He was a schedule programmer 22 years with Goodyear Aerospace after moving to Phoenix in 1941. Wife, Grace; children, Grace Freed, Delores Hoffman and William J. Duvall; a brother and 11 grandchildren. Arizona Republic 4/1/1977.

MEYERS, Arthur Dale
Arthur Dale Meyers, 26, a Colorado resident, was killed in plane crash on the Grand Canyon's North Rim. Also killed were Waldo C. Cross and Debra Rae Nelson. Published in the Arizona Republic 6/30/1978.

MEYERS, Bernice
Bernice Meyers, born in Stevens Point, WI, in 1914, moved to Scottsdale, AZ in 1975, moved to Mesa in 1985 and remained there until her death Sept. 15, 2004. She leaves behind 3 sisters, Alvena, Grace & Genevieve, one brother & sister-in-law Edward and Edna and several nephews and nieces and many dear friends, especially Annette Taylor. Memorial Mass will be held 10:00am, Saturday, September 25, at Holy Cross Chruch, 1244 S. Power Rd., Mesa. Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care handled the arrangements Published in The Arizona Republic on 9/22/2004.

MEYERS, Bernice
Bernice Meyers, born in Stevens Point, WI, in 1914, moved to Scottsdale, AZ in 1975, moved to Mesa in 1985 and remained there until her death Sept. 15, 2004. She leaves behind three sisters Alvena, Grace and Genevieve; one brother and sister-in-law Edward and Edna and several nephews and nieces and many dear friends, especially Annette Taylor. Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 a. m., Saturday, September 25, at Holy Cross Church, 1244 S. Power Rd., Mesa. Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care handled the arrangements. (480) 830-4422. Submitted on (09/22/2004) from East Valley Tribune

MEYERS, Dean
Dean Meyers was born in Phoenix and was employed at Beef Eaters Restaurant. Mother, Edwardine MEYERS; father, Wilbur HAYES; brothers, Anthony STEVENS and Philip STEVENS; sisters, Ernestine MEYERS and Bernadette STEVENS. Burial in Casa Blanca Presbyterian Cemetery near Sacaton. 3/6/1970.

MEYERS, Grace Nevada
Youngtown -- Grace Nevada Meyers, 85, a former seamstress, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1976, in Valley View Hospital. Survivors include daughters, Evelyn Bergen and Vivian Weaver; six grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. 1/14/1976 p. C-3.

MEYERS, Henry C. "Hank"
Henry C. "Hank" Meyers, 59, a professional musician who taught piano at Phoenix College, died Thurs., Feb. 12, 1976, in his home, 6628 N. 2d Ave. He received his degree in music at Arizona State University. Survivors include his wife, Bede; and sons, Scott and Bill. He was a founding member of the Church of the Beatitudes. 14 Feb 1976

MEYERS, James W.
Mesa - Services for James W. Meyers, 47, of 336 S. Wayfarer, who died Feb. 3, 1982, in his home, were at Melcher's Mortuary. Mr. Meyers was born in Michigan and came to Mesa 17 years ago. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. He is survived by his parents, William and Thora Meyers. Services were at Larry J. Melcher Mortuary. Burial Queen of Heaven. The AZ Republic 2/8/1982.

MEYERS, Marylin J.
Marylin J. Meyers, 77, of Peoria, a nurse and dress shop owner, died June 14, 1994. She was born in Russia. Survivors include her sons, Richard, Sheridan and Ronald; sister, Ruth; and brother, Abe. 6/18/1994.

MEYERS, Roy
Roy Meyers, 72, of 1729 E. Jefferson, died June 14, 1974, in Maricopa County Hospital. He was born in Lakeland, Florida, and had no known survivors. Webber & Sons Mortuary. Burial in the Glendale Cemetery. 6/26/1974.

MEZA, Angel Salas
Mesa - Angel Salas Meza, 57, a construction worker, died Sunday, July 7, 1974, as the result of an auto accident. Wife, Ramona; children, Francisco, Reynaldo, Pedro, Miguel, Irma, Elvira, Mrs. Mary Duarte, Mrs. Lupita Aldaco; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francisco Meza; four brothers and two sisters. Burial in Obregon, Mexico. 7/10/1974.

MEZA, Irene Rose
Irene Rose Meza, 54, was born in Phoenix and died Monday, June 17, 1974, of a heart condition en route to Maryvale Samaritan Hospital. Her husband, Gilbert, died three weeks ago. She was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and Our Lady of Fatima Sodality at the Church of St. Matthew. Daughters, Eleanor Meza; Mrs. Barbara Aviles, and Mrs. Beatrice Mowry; mother, Mrs. Mary Alucrado; sisters, Mrs. Ercy Acenedo and Mrs. Rebecca Jimenez; and seven grandchildren. Mass in Immaculate Heart Church. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. 6/19/1974.

MEZA, Luis A.
Luis A. Meza, 67, of Flagstaff, survived by wife, Essie; stepdaughter, Maurine Kurz, of Scottsdale; four brothers, Ed and Henry of Phoenix, Ted and Paul of CA. Interment Green Acres Memorial Gardens, 401 N. Hayden, Scottsdale. The Arizona Republic Tuesday, Oct. 7, 1980.

MEZA, Petra C.
Petra C. Meza, 74 of Tolleson passed away August 31, 2004. Mrs. Meza is survived by daughter, Josie Meza Garcia; four sons, Albert & Becky De Leon, Felix & Antonieta Meza, Agustin & Vera Meza Jr, & Javier & Juanita Medina. 15 grandchildren & 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation 5-8 pm, Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 512 N. 93rd Ave., Tolleson. Service 9 am, Friday, Sept. 3, 2004 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Avondale. Crystal Rose Funeral Home. Published in the Arizona Republic on 9/2/2004.

MEZERA, Lad R.
Sun City -- Dr. Lad R. Mezera, 67, director of preventative medicine for the Maricopa County Health Department, died Friday, Jan. 9, 1976. He came to Phoenix in 1946. Wife, Peg; son, John L.; daughter, Mrs. Mary M. Leinenweber; a brother and a sister; and seven grandchildren. Mass in St. Clement's Catholic Church. Lundberg Golden Door Chapel Mortuary. 1/11/1976.

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