William Tanner Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Tanner of Mesa, Arizona, who passed away on March 3, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Tanner to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Isabel Tanner and Walton Tanner; his brother Barr; his sons, William and Sean; his granddaughter Bailee; and his great grandchild Markie.

He is survived by: his wife Phyllis Lafferty; and his children, Nadine (Bryan McBride), Brian (Sarah Tanner), Brent Tanner (Curtis Tanner) and Susie (Jose Verdugo).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Horizon Funeral Care

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Mar 27

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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Greenfield Park Ward Building
532 S Greenfield Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206

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Mar 27

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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Greenfield Park Ward Building
532 S Greenfield Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206

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Mar 28

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Central Cemetery
1851 Central Cemetery Rd, Central, AZ 85531

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