Mesa, Arizona
Merle D. Bunker, 82, of Mesa, AZ, passed away on January 1, 2006. Born in Tooele, Utah, she married B. Allen Bunker in April of 1946 and graduated from the University of Utah in 1948. They moved to Las Vegas, NV where she worked as an area correspondent for the Salt Lake City Deseret News. She also hosted the Romper Room television show as "Miss Nancy" for two years. She then worked as writer, producer and star of the "Cinderella Show" for 10 years. Merle was also named Nevada's Outstanding Citizen. In July of 2003, the Clark County Nevada Heritage Museum honored Merle with the opening of an exhibit of some of her memorabilia. In 1964 the Bunkers moved to Mesa, AZ where Merle was active serving as coordinator for the US National Bicentennial, and Mesa Centennial celebrations. She was named Mesa Woman of the Year in 1987. She had her own public relations company, TV dating service and assisted her husband in their mortuary business for over 30 years. Merle was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in many positions with the youth and women of the church. She is survived by her husband B. Allen, sons Brent and Randy (Arlene), daughters Robyne (Chris) Fullagar and Jennifer (Bill) Hall, 19 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. Services will be Friday, January 6, 2006 at 10:00 AM at the Mountain View Stake Center, 1550 N. Val Vista Dr. in Mesa, AZ, with visitation also one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions in Merle's name may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 3800 N. Central Avenue, Suite 700, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Read MoreI will never forget her as cinderella. I am so sorry that I never got to know her on a personal level she sounds like such a wonderful woman... sorry for your loss..
Denise MacRae
June 07, 2013 | Las Vegas
Sister Bunker Had brought many wonderful moments and happiness in our lives when we were little children in the Las Vegas Valley when she appeared as Cinderella on Klas TV 8 I know thar our Heavenly Father smile upon her and said well done my Faithfull Servant she was beautiful inside and out and I am thankful to have enjoyed her as Cinderella on Televison. My Prayers to you and your family
Timothy D'arcy
October 08, 2008 | Las Vegas, NV
Dear Allen & Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Merle's passing. What a great lady she was. There was never a time when there was an article or picture in the paper (dance festival-Real Estate) that she didn't take the time to cut it out laminate it and send it with a sweet note. I still have them. It has been so good to know your sweet family and we have many choice memories of all of you.
May the Lord bless and comfort you at this time.
Ronald & Veleda Willis
January 10, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
Dear Cousin Allen,
So sorry to hear of your dear wife's passing. Please know of our love for you. May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand and sustain you in the days ahead.
Kent & Jayne Jones
January 07, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
Dear Allen and Family,
We miss you as neighbors and pray for your comfort in this difficult time. Leaving a loved one is difficult, but we are blessed with a legacy Merle left with us. That legacy is a gift she was able to leave with us and take with her as well. We will always cherish your friendship.
Walt and Lela Zimmerman
January 06, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
What a gracious lady. No one could ever ask for a kinder or sweeter second mom. She will be deeply missed until we all meet again. Thanks for sharing her with me and my family.
Gevan Rudd
January 05, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
Randy, Arlene and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rick & Jane Bissler
January 05, 2006 | Kent, OH
Dear Allen and family, We send our heart felt sympathy and love on this sad occasion. I remember Merle very well from Las Vegas days and always admired her unique combination of intelligence, beauty, talent, and spirituality. We regret that out life outside the USA has kept us from closer family ties but we rejoice in our common heritage and offer our condolences and prayers. Love. Cousin Robert and Helen Wells
Robert Wells
January 05, 2006 | St George, UT
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
January 05, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
