Elder Talon Easton is serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder Easton was called to serve in the Colorado North Mission, English speaking. He started the Home MTC on July 3 and entered the Provo Missionary Training Center, July 12th. Elder Talon Easton is the son of Brad and Neelie Easton of the Bunkerville 1st ward.

Randy Woods was everybody’s friend, a favorite Papa to all his grandchildren, a willing servant to anyone in need and an organized perfectionist in all his endeavors. He passed away as the moon was setting and the sun was rising, on Sunday, July 2, 2023. He had returned to his home in Mesquite, Nevada, from Huntsman Cancer Hospital, just 12 days earlier. Randy was 68 years old, or as he liked to claim, “I’m 29 years old.” Randy was the third child of Cresent Marion Woods and Ellen Hafen. He was born in St. George, Utah, on March 1, 1955. His childhood in Mesquite was spent building huts (and burning bushes) on the Virgin River, running up the hot sandhills, barefooted, with his siblings, and inviting his friends home to eat his mom’s homemade pizza. Randy married his high school sweetheart, Lori Johnson on September 17, 1973, shortly after their graduation from Virgin Valley High School. They shared a fun life with their three children, Jeremy, Melanie and Rita. Randy built an addition on their home, raised a large garden, always owned a horse, and taught his children how to work hard. In 1988, Randy’s children became friends with Gayle, Brad, Laurie, Greg, Teresa and Beth, who had recently moved to Mesquite with their mother, Nani Easton. After a fake wedding conducted by their children, Nani and Randy decided to make it official. They were married March 28, 1992 in St. George, Utah. Most of their nine children were teenagers, living at home, when the families united. Randy soon quit his paving job in Las Vegas, so he could spend more time at home before all of the children moved away. His descendants have great memories of Easter Campouts at Whitney Pockets, swimming in the pool Papa cleaned even though he didn’t like to swim, eating vegetables and grapes from his garden, riding horses and digging the irrigation ditch at “the farm”, cheering loudly for his nieces and nephews and grandchildren at all their events from ballet recitals to wrestling matches, and hearing his stories. He could remember stories from every camping, hunting, and herding trip he ever took. Randy attended the LDS church, where his favorite calling was Primary teacher along with Nani. He also served as the Single Adult Branch President, Stake High Councilor, and as a Senior Missionary with his wife in the Tacoma, Washington Mission. Other than his time as a missionary, Randy lived in Mesquite, Nevada his whole life. It was Randy’s habit to be early and prepared for everything. He left this mortal life much too early for all who loved him, but he was at peace with his life and prepared to meet his Heavenly Father and his Savior. Randy is survived by his wife Nani Woods; nine children Gayle (Ric) Peterson, Brad (Neelie) Easton, Jeremy (Hollie) Woods, Laurie (Brett) Parkinson, Melanie Woods, Rita (Shane) Cheeney, Greg (Lisa) Easton, Teresa (Donald) Yorgason, Beth (Rick Loveridge) Easton; 46 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Randy’s funeral services, were outlined by him several years ago. They included a request for no public viewing. A gathering to remember Randy will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 6pm to 8 pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Cultural Hall. Family and friends can come and share memories. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 10:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 100 N Arrowhead Lane, Mesquite, NV 89027. https://zoom.us/j/94779739532 or (West Stake) https://www.mesquitenevadastakes.org/ Burial will follow the service at the Mesquite City Cemetery 501 Hillside Dr Mesquite, NV 89027. Family and friends are invited to leave memories and condolences at www.starmortuary.com

Elder Owen Rappleye has been called to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Portland Oregon mission. He begins his home Missionary Training, July 17, 2023. Owen's parents are Don and DeNae Rappleye of the Old Mill Ward, Mesquite NV East Stake. Elder Owen Rappleye will speak on July 9th at 12pm, in the Whipple Chapel. The chapel is located in Mesquite at 121 Whipple Way.

Elder Matt Hughes has been called to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint. He will serve in the Boston, Massachusetts Mission (Parts of Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Massachusetts), English Speaking. Matt will begin his mission in a Home Missionary Training Center on July 3rd. Then he'll attend the Provo MTC, July 12, 2023. Elder Hughes is the son of Jeff & Jodi Hughes of the Bunkerville 2nd Ward. Elder Matt Hughes' farewell will be on Sunday, July 9th, 10:30 am. in the Bunkerville Chapel, 350 Virgin Street.

Bunkerville NV- Kayson Blake Chidester passed away Sunday, June 25th , 2023, in Mesquite NV. He was born February 15th, 2006, in St. George Utah to Jennifer Dawn Leavitt and Lonnie Dee Chidester. Blake was raised in Bunkerville and was known as “The town Mayor”. He would make rounds on his scooter to make sure the town was in order. Everyone knew Blake! He lived in Orderville Utah for a short time and made some great friends there. Blake loved his truck and motorcycle. His Uncle Larry was helping fix up his truck and he was looking forward to driving it. He always made sure Grandma Leavitt’s car was clean and shined up. (Grandma thought he would wash the paint right off) Everyone loved running into Blake at Walmart where he worked. He was protective of his mom and sister Bailee, he always made sure they were taken care of. Blake was always so happy and could turn a bad day around for anyone. He had a smile that could light up a room. Blake was so loved and will be missed by many. Blake survived by his mom Jenny of Bunkerville NV, dad Lonnie of San Diego CA, sister Bailee, and brother Braxton of Bunkerville NV, Grandma Velma Leavitt of Bunkerville NV, Grandpa Verl Chidester of Salt Lake City UT and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was welcomed into Heaven by his older brother Treyson Lake Chidester, Grandpa Johnny Leavitt and Grandma Donna Chidester. Viewing services will be Friday, June 30th , 2023, at the Bunkerville chapel from 5-8pm Graveside service will be Saturday, July 1st at 9:00am at the Bunkerville Cemetery.

Howard Carlos Smith, age 82, passed away at home unexpectedly on June 12, 2023, in Scenic, Arizona. He was born June 1, 1941, at home in Farmington, Utah, to Kenneth Carlos Smith and Verla Maude Stringham (Hellewell). His grandfather, Howard Hellewell, delivered him. Howard grew up in West Bountiful Utah, and from an early age, he worked on his uncle Delbert Noble’s farm. He graduated from Bountiful High School before serving an LDS mission to Florida, which included Puerto Rico. He was one of the first three missionaries to serve in Puerto Rico. He married Mary Ann Brown in 1965. They later divorced. He married Jolene Jaye Simons in 1983. He graduated from Weber State College in 1963 with an associate degree in Diesel Mechanics, then graduated from Utah State University in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science degree, and then went on to graduate with a Master of Science degree in 1975 from BYU. Howard was a South Jordan City Councilman, worked for Chevron Oil for several years, taught auto mechanics at Hillcrest High School, and later taught auto mechanics, photography, and welding at Alta High School. He also worked for Air Liquide, Eutectic Corporation, and then finished his career at Arnold Machinery as the Safety Director and Instructor. During his career, he moved his family to various places in Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho. After retirement he wrote eight books. He enjoyed traveling and speaking about his books and faith. He loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with family. Howard is survived by his wife, Jolene, his children, Glenn (Trish), Anthony (Kate), David (Penny), Michael (Bobbi), Jolene (Garrick), Danica, Catrina, 11 grandchildren, 9 step-grandchildren, and 8 step-great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Carlos Smith, step-mother, Alice Smith, mother, Verla Maude Myers, step-father, Lee Myers, and three sisters, Dixie Smith, Colette (LaMar) Stringham, and Sondra Ertmann. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 11:00 am, at the Farmington City Cemetery, 500 S 200 E, Farmington, UT 84025

Elder Andrew Maxfield has been called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He has been called to the Tennessee Knoxville mission and will serve for 24 months. Drew starts his home MTC on July 3rd, and will enter the Provo Missionary Training Center on July 12th. Drew is the son of J.R. "Max" and Kelli Maxfield of the Old Mill Ward in the Mesquite East Stake. Elder Andrew Maxfield will be speaking on June 25, 2023 at 12pm at the Whipple Chapel. The chapel is located at 121 Whipple Way in Mesquite. Elder Maxfield's Testimony: I have a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and I'm so grateful for it. I know it's not the strongest of testimonies but that's why I'm thankful for this opportunity to serve the Lord and my brothers and sisters in the Tennessee Knoxville Mission. I have a testimony of Jesus Christ our Redeemer and the perfect example He has set for us to follow. I know that as we all follow the commandments of the the Lord that we will be eternally blessed and rewarded. Most of all, I believe in love and that it can be spread throughout the world. I love you all and hope you will be missionaries in your own capacities. I say these things humbly in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Elder Neil Anderson has been called to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He’ll serve in the Wichita, Kansas Mission, June 2023- June 2025, English speaking. Casey and Paige Anderson of the Bunkerville 2nd are Neil’s parents. Elder Neil Anderson will speak June 25th at 10:30 in Bunkerville. The Bunkerville Chapel is located 355 W. Virgin Ave. Elder Anderson: I'm excited to serve the people of Kansas and the blessings serving a mission will provide. I know that I am a member of the restored gospel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and that we have a living prophet on earth today that receives revelation for our day. I know that the Book of Mormon is a true testament of Jesus Christ. I know that a mission will be an amazing experience and will bring many blessings to many people.

Elder Trey Hafen has been called to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve for 24 months in the Indiana, Indianapolis Mission, English speaking. Trey’s parents are Derek and the late Kim Hafen of the Old Mill Ward in the Mesquite East Stake. Elder Trey Hafen will speak on June 18, 2023 , 12 pm in the Whipple Chapel. The Whipple Chapel is located 121 Whipple Way, Mesquite NV.

William Latham 1st counselor, Aaron Rapley, Bishop, and Pedro Rebollo, second counselor

The YSA had an Ice Cream Social June the 3rd.