With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Leo Ralph Palmateer of Mesa, Arizona, who passed away on April 4, 2024 at the age of 97. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Forrest R. Palmateer and June Palmateer (Payne); and his siblings, Jean Evans, Judy Gauthier and Marvin Palmateer.

He is survived by : his wife Betty Palmateer (Smith); his children, Sandy Rocha (Alex) of Colorado, LeeAnn Miller of Mesa, Debra Wright (Jerry) of Payson and Doug Palmateer (Dolores) of Maricopa; his grandchildren, Michael Lovallo (Adam) of Oro Valley, Carey Kwant of Las Vegas, NV, Devin Palmateer (Melissa) of Gilbert and Amber LeBlanc (Luke) of Gilbert; and his great grandchildren, Skye, Xen, Kane, Max, Leo A., Lily and Riggs.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A celebration of life was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery (10940 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248).

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to Advanced Home Health & Hospice of Arizona, who provided Leo exemplary care.