Owens Livingston Mortuary - White Mountain Chapel

05/21/2026

Did you know that TAPS is a nonprofit organization that has been helping veterans and veteran survivors navigate the loss of service members for nearly 30 years? They connect survivors with a nationwide peer support network that includes free counseling services and grief support resources. They’re also experienced at helping survivors secure available benefits. If you are grieving the loss of a fallen service member, or if you would like to participate in TAPS through giving or volunteering, you can learn more at www.taps.org/mission.

05/18/2026

05/15/2026

We’re proud to support the incredible men and women who serve and protect our community every day. 💙

Police Week is pretty special for us. Thank you to Owens Livingston Mortuary for these wonderful cupcakes.

05/15/2026

Did you know scattering a loved one's ashes is allowed at most U.S. National Parks? It is! If scattering at a majestic outdoor location feels like the best way to honor a loved one's life, check out this quick guide with helpful answers to frequently asked questions as well as links to participating U.S. National Parks!

Did you know you can scatter a loved one's ashes at National Parks? Check out this quick guide to learn more about this cremation option.

05/14/2026

Donald Woodward

Donald Sewell Woodward, 88, died suddenly on Monday, May 4, 2026, doing what he loved, restoring a rare antique chair, at his home in Fools Hollow, Show Low, AZ. He was born on October 4, 1937, in Safford, AZ, to John Woodward and Arvilla Welker Woodward.

Donald wore many hats over the course of his long and adventurous life following in the footsteps of his seafaring Woodward grandfather and his mother's pioneering Welker family. Donald enlisted in the US Air Force after high school 1958-1961, and served in the Military Police, rapidly advancing to the elite Blue Honor Guard, at Ramey Air Force Base in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico where he was routinely selected to guard high profile visitors such as then President Dwight D. Eisenhower and James (Jimmy) Stewart WWII Air Force fighter pilot and actor.

Donald is known throughout the Show Low and Pinetop - Lakeside area for his long career of superior antique furniture restoration and picking. In his later years he became a local celebrity while pursuing his passion for UFO hunting and could often be found at Aunt Nancy's Family Restaurant at the round table where he wrote his first book "My Truth, Stranger than Fiction" on paper placemats. His pursuit of UFOs brought him into the orbit of Travis Walton, with whom he spent time sharing UFO stores.

Don was a trailblazer and a stargazer who charted his own course. He was both a humble man and at the same time larger than life, one of a kind. He will be sorely missed. Donald is flying with the angels and the aliens now, and his second book, UFOs, Angels, and Bigfoot will be published in the near future.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents John and Arvilla, and his two sons Donald Wayne Woodward and David Joseph Woodward.

Donald is survived by his brother Lloyd Woodward, his daughter Stephannie Webb Parker and her children; his grandson Damien Woodward and his children; and numerous friends in the UFO, Angel, Bigfoot, and Antique communities.

There will be a Graveside Service with Military Honors, at Show Low Cemetery, Saturday June 6, 2026, 11am.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity. And raise a cup of coffee at Aunt Nancys.

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05/13/2026

Brian Stevenson Nesbitt

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brian Nesbitt, a beloved husband, father, son, and brother on May 11, 2026. His love, kindness, and strength touched the lives of so many.

He was devoted to his family and found great joy in supporting and encouraging those around him. Known for his generous heart, warm spirit, and ability to make others feel valued, he leaves behind countless cherished memories.

He also shared his passion for soccer through coaching, where he positively impacted many young lives.

He is survived by his loving wife and children, along with many family members and friends who will deeply miss him and forever cherish his memory.

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05/13/2026

Bryan Davis Antonio

"The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, "The LORD is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!" - Lamentations 3:22-24

In Loving Memory of Bryan Antonio "PJ"

Bryan was born on October 11, 1971 to Argenita Sanchez and the late Sasso Antonio. Bryan entered eternal rest on Saturday May 9, 2026 in Whiteriver AZ .

A prayer vigil will be held on Thursday evening at 6 PM at St Francis Catholic Church with Father John Cormack leading the rosary prayers.

Funeral services for Bryan D. Antonio will be on Friday May 15, 2026 with a viewing from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM and Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM.

All services will be held at the St. Francis Catholic Church in Whiteriver. Burial Services will conclude at the Mourning Dove Cemetery in Cedar Creek AZ.

Bryan's family includes his wife of 18 yrs, Marcia A. Antonio, his mother Argenita A. Sanchez, his brother Nathan Antonio, and his Sister Tiffany (Danny Jr.,) Taylor. Bryan had many relatives and friends whom he loved.

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05/12/2026

Donald Ellison

Donald Dale Ellison, of Lakeside Arizona, passed away at home surrounded by his family on May 6, 2026, at 12:30 am. He was born August 23, 1947, at Wilcox, Arizona to Donald Nathan Ellison and Johnnie Thelma Corn (hence the reason for his corny jokes) and was the youngest of four children (a brother and two sisters).

He had an exciting childhood on the family farm, where he survived many childhood accidents. From cracking his skull falling out of a high chair, bee stings from a hole in the old house, falling on farm equipment and cutting a hole through his chin, falling into the pond, floating face down when the family dog howled until Fran, his 6 year old sister who couldn't swim, jumped in and held him up at the same time she would push off the bottom for air multiple times, until his 8 year old brother Glen pulled them both out of the water, and lighting the barn on fire with his sister, JoAnne. He believed that farm kids must have a special angel watching over them or none of them would live to be grown. After the farm, the family moved around Arizona, Canada, Alaska, and finally settling in Taylor, Arizona.

After serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in North and South Dakota and graduating from Northern Arizona University, he married his "TRU WUV" (as they said in Princess Bride), Drinette Webb; after all, "mawage, is wot bwot them togeder" on January 29, 1972. They later settled in Lakeside Arizona. After retiring in 2010 from teaching science at Blue Ridge Junior High School, he and his wife taught for five years in Saudi Arabia. While there they traveled and saw the world.

After retiring for the last time, they served two missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 2013, they served a mission in Beaumont, Texas and in 2018, they served in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

His hobbies included woodworking, building on the house, fishing with his grandchildren (e.g., untangling their fishing lines), serving others, telling dad jokes, or "Bad Jokes" as we used to call them, making up creative adventure stories to entertain his children and later grandchildren, walking and riding bikes with his wife, opening doors for his wife, and being inseparable from her.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, daughters, Dalyn Elzinga and Dana Badger; son, Darrien Ellison;13 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held, Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lakeside Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1520 Church Lane, Lakeside, Arizona, with a viewing one-hour prior.

Interment will follow at the Vernon Arizona Cemetery.

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05/11/2026

Anna Christine Perkins

Anna Christine Perkins passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2026, at the age of 95. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, teacher, musician, and friend. Her life was defined by kindness, gentleness, faith, service, and a sincere, lifelong desire to do what was right.

She was born on October 17, 1930, in Tempe, Arizona, to Genevieve and Carl Anderson. She grew up in St. Johns, Arizona, where she graduated as valedictorian from St. Johns High School in 1948. She later earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education from Brigham Young University in 1952.

In 1953, she married her devoted husband, Marvin Perkins, in the Mesa, Arizona Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Following their marriage, they made their home in Clay Springs, Arizona, where they lived for the remainder of her life. (Apart from two years spent in Glendale, Arizona while Marvin attended trade school.)

She is survived by her husband, Marvin, and their seven children: Gary (Darlene), Karen (Bart), Joy, Kay (Ella Mae), Douglas (Lucy), Donald (Beth), and Charlie. She is also survived by her brother, Anthon (Dianne) Anderson, and by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Her family will forever be blessed by her love, faith and example. Christine was a talented pianist and organist who shared her musical gifts generously throughout her life. She taught piano lessons to many and served for years as ward organist. Her music was a quiet but powerful expression of her devotion and brought beauty, reverence, and peace to countless meetings and to her home.

Early in her marriage, she taught elementary school in Clay Springs, touching the lives of many children through her patience and dedication. She also taught classes for Northland Pioneer College and worked for several years as the Clay Springs postmaster.

Throughout her life, Christine faithfully served in many callings for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In their later years, she and Marvin served a brief mission in Calgary, Canada and served as workers in the Snowflake Arizona Temple. During that time she served as scribe while her husband served as a Patriarch.

Above all, Christine had a firm and abiding testimony of her Savior, Jesus Christ, and of His gospel on the earth today. That testimony was reflected in the way she lived each day-with faith, humility, patience, charity, and quiet devotion. Her family will forever cherish her example of discipleship, her love for the Lord, and the legacy of faith she leaves behind.

Funeral services will be held at the Clay Springs Chapel on Monday, May 25, at 10:00 a.m., with a viewing beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Clay Springs Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Owens Livingston Mortuary in Show Low, Arizona.

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