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Sean Stapley Obituary
Sean Christopher Stapley, 43 of Gilbert Arizona passed away suddenly on December 25th 2012. He was an Arizona native born on December 11, 1969 to Jerri Stapley Miller and Don K. Stapley. Sean grew up in Mesa and attended Westwood High School graduating in 1988. Sean was very active in sports and excelled in football and baseball where he received all-state honors in both. He loved boating, skiing, and being outdoors. He served a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Philippines and was an active member all of his life. He held many callings in the Church. Most recently, Elders Quorum President, and Young Men's President. He lived to serve others. Nurturing friendships was a great priority to him. He was the founder and owner of Stapley Plumbing in Mesa Arizona. He found in all of his accomplishments, his greatest joy was his family. He loved being a husband and a father. He loved being a husband and a father. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years Lori, son Conner, daughters Madison and Sheridan, his mother Jerri Stapley Miller, and her husband Jack, his father Don Stapley, his brother Scott Stapley, his wife Shannon (Brea, Aliycia, Frankie) brother Don Stapley and his wife Jane, mother and father -in -law Frank and Becky Weinberg, sister and brother- in -law Marni and Jeff Zarr ( Noah, Hayden, Eliza), brother and sister- in -law Brent and Nicki Weinberg ( Zachary, Cameron), sister -in -law Julie Casey and her husband Scott ( Tara, Chad, Trent, Beau), brother -in- law David Burrell and his wife Stacey (Tatum (Klete) Brittin (Mary) Brecklyn (Edwin). Sean was preceded in death by his sister Sherry Burrell and brothers Dan and Denis Stapley. There will be a viewing held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Gilbert Arizona Stake Center, 777 E. Elliot Rd. Gilbert AZ 85296 from 6-8 pm on Friday December 28th,2012. Funeral services will be Saturday
December 29th, 2012 at 11am at the same location. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donation be made to the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation. https://secure3.convio.net
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Lori Johnson
January 5, 2013
We just found out yesterday that Sean passed. We were in the Val Vista Ward about 10 years ago. We remember your family well and are so saddened by your loss. Our prayers are with you. Love, Lori and Greg Johnson
December 30, 2012
I am still shocked that he is gone. He was a good man and a fine son to his Mother,my friend, Jerri. I have lost a son too and it si a long road ahead. I will be ther when you need me Jerri. My love goes out to his wife and children. love alice T.
Sean Leon
December 30, 2012
I am very sorry sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Sean. Although I hadn't seen him since high school, I had a lot of respect for him. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Sean's family and friends. God Bless!!!
December 28, 2012
Was very sad to hear about Sean, he was my daughters boss,Patty Reviere, my prayers are with the family. Donna Eich
December 28, 2012
Lori -- it is with a very heavy heart that I write this. I pray for peace for you and your family. Some of my best memories from Westwood were having the great privilege to know you and Sean. Wonderful, amazing people who were fast friends to many no matter the circumstances. My love to you and you children, Julie (Larson) Tenney
Michele Ray-Brethower
December 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you Lori and family during this very difficult time. Strength be with you and cherish the memories my friend.
Gomer Pascual
December 28, 2012
He was a very good missionary back in the Philippines Cebu Mission. I had the chance to see him serve others when we were in the same zone and district. God bless you Sean.
Bernald Porter
December 28, 2012
May the many memories Sean helped create bring sweet recollection to your minds and provide comfort to your souls as you both mourn and celebrate his great life.
God bless you and all family members in the coming days...
Krista Tyler
December 28, 2012
I will always remember Sean being very kind. He was the funniest person I knew. My prayers go out to the family.
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