Daryl Jay Mower

Daryl Jay Mower, 85, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully on February 19th, 2026. Born on August 18th, 1940, to Blanche Weston and Frank Harold Mower. Daryl grew up in a loving family alongside his siblings Heber (Pat) Mower, Frank (Ruth Wopat) Mower, and Jeanne (Rick) Lee.

Daryl married, Liz McCulloch, and together they built a beautiful family. He was the proud father of three children: Todd (Chris Myers) Mower, Danene (Chuck) Zebrowski, and Stephanie (Duane) Robison. He later married his love; Dee Ray Mower, and they were together for many years prior to her passing. His joy only expanded with the arrival of his grandchildren, who brought him endless pride and happiness: Zach Campbell, Chase (Kennedy), Noorda, Kyle Noorda, Ryan Noorda, and Dakota Myers.

Daryl dedicated his lifetime career to government service and later retired from Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His work ethic, reliability, and integrity earned him the respect of colleagues and friends throughout the years.

He served in the military and was proud of his country.

A true dog lover, Daryl, shared his home and heart with several pets over his lifetime, most recently his cherished companions, Paisley and Sandy.

Daryl will be deeply missed as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He will be remembered for his kind heart, steady strength, and the quiet, unwavering love he showed to those around him. His smile was captivating and his personality was contagious. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a great storyteller.

You will be missed and loved endlessly. Love you forever and ever!