Robin Dean Hargrave

Robin Dean Hargrave, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 67, surrounded by his family, in Chandler, Arizona, on January 5, 2025.
Robin was born on August 20, 1957, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Donald Winsor Hargrave and Dorsey Gardner Hargrave. He was the youngest of three children.
Robin spent his early years in Phoenix, where he developed a love for music and performing. While participating in the Phoenix Boys Choir, his talent and enthusiasm for music really began to shine. In 1971, the family moved to Lehi, Arizona, where Robin attended Kino Junior High and Westwood High School. There, he excelled in wrestling, football, and honor choir, and earned a place in the Regional and All-State Festival choirs. He also took part in several school productions, often securing lead roles that showcased his fun personality and natural ability to entertain audiences. Throughout his life, he shared his musical talents as a guitarist and vocalist in many bands, making lifelong friends.
Robin served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Maine and Nova Scotia, where his warmth and ability to connect with people touched many lives. On November 20, 1982, he married Lisa Horne in the Mesa Arizona Temple, and they were blessed with five children. In 1987, the couple and their young family served an 18-month mission in the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.
Robin was an avid outdoorsman and skilled hunter, working toward achieving the North American Grand Slam. He had successfully harvested the Desert Bighorn and the Rocky Mountain Bighorn and had plans to complete the remaining two. In his later years, Robin also developed a passion for long-distance precision shooting. His love for nature drew him and Lisa to Taylor, Arizona, where they created a small farm. He found great joy in growing blackberries and strawberries, as well as beautifying their property, turning it into a peaceful retreat for their family and dear friends to enjoy.
Robin worked for more than 40 years in the construction services industry, where he was known for his dedication and attention to detail. He never lost his love or talent for music, and his family cherishes the many songs he wrote over the years.
Robin is survived by his wife, Lisa, their five children: Clete (Kristin), Kyle (Lisa), Adam (Brittany), Heather Cuthbertson (Will), and Hunter (Abbie); as well as 13 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister LaDawn Huling (Rex), brother Dan (Storm), and stepmother Nilus.
A viewing will be held on Friday, January 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bunkers Funeral Home, located at 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa. Services will be held on Saturday, January 18, at 10 a.m., at the Latter-day Saint church building located at 925 N. Harris Road in Mesa, with a viewing one hour prior at 9 a.m. Zoom (Youtube) link listed below. https://www.youtube.com/live/bSOnskscJ-0
A second service will be held on Sunday, January 19, at 6 p.m., at the Latter-day Saint church building located at 301 Love Lake Road in Taylor.
Arrangements by Bunker's University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.