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Albert Kempton Obituary
of Mesa, Arizona passed away Feb. 28th, 2011. Newt was born May 24th, 1925 in Phoenix, Arizona to Heber Curtis Kempton and Estella (Stella) Hatch. Newt attended school in Pima, Arizona, graduated early and joined the Navy at age 17. He served in the South Pacific as a signalman until the end of WWII. After Newt's discharge he resided in California, where he married Doreen Mader. Newt and Doreen had 4 beautiful children, Nancy Cox, Cathy Hayes, Marla Stallknecht and Dennis Kempton. Later, Newt moved to Mesa, Arizona, opened Newt's Meat Palace and pursued his love of photography. In 1985 Newt opened Pioneer Photography. Newt married Jayne Kent Kempton in 1984 in the Mesa Arizona temple. Newt was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Newt and Jayne served 8 years in the Mesa Arizona Temple prior to serving a mission in Adam-ondi-Ahman. Newt is survived by his wife Jayne Kempton, sister Grace Foulk, brother Cecil Kempton, children Marla Stallknecht and Dennis Kempton, step-children Elizabeth Solomon, Marty Brown, and Kent Brown, 28 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday March 5th at 11:00am. at the LDS chapel at 1852 N. Stapley Dr. 85203. Viewing will be held in the same location Friday March 4th from 6-8pm. The family would like to thank Jim and Patti Jones of Angel Home Health Care for the devoted love and care they gave Newt for the last 2 years. Arrangements by Bunker's Garden Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Kempton
Debra Van Vliet
April 1, 2011
I remember going to the meat market with my mother when I was a child. Newt always had a smile and was so kind and cheerful.
Bless you during this very hard time.
Sincerely,
Debbie (Farney) Van Vliet
Kandee Baldwin
March 7, 2011
I loved this man and still remember the hot, hot dog gum from his meat shop my mom would buy us when we would go there. He always had us laughing and was always so fun with my children. Even when we saw him on his mission, he made our visit so very fun. So sorry for your loss Jayne. I wanted to be there to hug you and let you know I love you. Kandee Baldwin
March 7, 2011
So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
Andy & Jamie McGinnis
Terri Yaeger O'Sullivan
March 6, 2011
Dear Jayne.
So sorry to hear of Newt's passing. He was an exceptionally special man. I have many great memories of him! Thought and prayers are with you.
Love,
March 5, 2011
We net Newt when our daughter married his step-son Marty. Immediately he made us feel welcome into his circle with his laughter and joy that radiated from him. Love to Newt and family. Cheri Gagon
March 4, 2011
Jayne, You have been, and will remain in my prayers. So many people will miss Newt, but nobody will miss him like you will. What a beautiful obituary, and what a lucky man he was to have found you! Susan and I won't be able to make it to the services, but our thoughts will be with you. Love, David (the one with no shoes)
Patricia Jordan
March 4, 2011
I love you Uncle Newt! I will always remember your amazing, fun personality! A family get together will never be the same as when you were there! I hope you are enjoying the love and support from your family Aunt Jayne, and I wish I could be there to personally say goodbye! I love you tons and know that he will never be forgotten.
Love,
Tricia
March 4, 2011
I first met Newt at his meat market on Main and Lazona. My husband would get his haircut next door while I bought our meat for the week. Newt always had many interesting stories and was so very outgoing.
Going forward some years, my daughter Amy marries Mike Demke and, yes, Newt takes the wedding photos, not a bad one in the lot.
We used to run into Newt having lunch with Jayne at the sandwich shop on Stapley and he was always the same, happy go lucky.
Newt was a Mesa "fixture" to me and a true friend to my daughter's in-laws. He and his friend Jim fought the battle together and now Newt's battle is over, he has achieved victory over this dread disease.
Jayne and family, I know you have tons of beautiful memories to sustain you in this time of bereavement. He was a good man.
Ella Weckerly
Eva Hahn
March 4, 2011
Always a friend to those in need. I worked with Newt at the meat packing plant in Lehi and then at Wrights Market when it was on Broadway and McDonald.
Will always remember his kindness
March 3, 2011
Jayne--I just now saw where Newt crossed the vail--Pauli and I love you both--such fond memories we have of you and Newt. Will be at viewing but have to work most of the day at the temple--I love you Jayne--Brad Perk
March 3, 2011
LOVE TO ELDER AND SISTER KEMPTON -- REMEMBER THE BLESSINGS OF AOA.
HBP & BP
Jeanette Starks
March 3, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
March 3, 2011
/we will all miss Newt and the fun he always created for us all. We have so many videos and pictures to remember our awesome experiences. Newt was a guy full of energy and spunk and fun. I remember the hikes at Lake Powell and all the near death experience with the House Boat. We will miss his laugh and smile. Love you Jayne
March 3, 2011
Jayne, You know how everyone loved Newt. What a great man, and what a great example he was of how to enjoy life. Our love and prayers go out to you and all the family at this difficult time. Marae Harris
Bern Porter
March 3, 2011
Jayne -
My heart goes out to you at this time of grief. My sister Donna Gibbons expresses her love as well.
May the many memories you shared with Newt bring sweet recollection to your heart and mind as you both mourn and celebrate his life.
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
March 2, 2011
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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