CARPER, Ann Lou

The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Wednesday, December 21, 2016, page 8a Anna L. Carper, age 88, passed away on Dec. 13, 2016 in Mayer, Arizona. Anna was born on July 19, 1928 in Dayton, Ohio. Funeral service will be held on Jan. 9, 2017, at Phoenix National Memorial Cemetery, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, at 10 a.m. ABC Funerals of Prescott Valley handled all arrangements. ------------------------------- The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Wednesday, February 8, 2017, page 7a Anna Lou (Mattern) Carper, July 19, 1928 – Dec. 13, 2016 Anna Lou Carper, 88, passed away peacefully on Dec. 13, 2016, at home with her loving family by her side. When Anna was 19, she met and married the love of her life Bernie A. Carper. They were married June 5, 1948, and went on to raise three children during their 67 years of marriage. Her husband, Bernie A., preceded her in death on Jan. 4, 2016. Anna enjoyed riding her Arabian horses, cooking, singing, swimming and playing the piano. She was also an accomplished artist. She had a “one of a kind” sense of humor and always loved a good laugh (especially when reading the comics). Anna leaves behind, to cherish her memory, son, Bernie G. Carper; daughters, Margie (Ronnie) Good, Bonnie (Sheldon) Juneau; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. “Her beautiful smile and caring ways will forever be remembered.” A celebration of her life and memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at the Spring Valley Community Church, 13955 Spring Valley Lane, Spring Valley, Arizona. Information provided by survivors.