Eldon Leon French

Passed March 8, 2026

Mesa, AZ

The world bids farewell to Eldon Leon French of Mesa, Arizona, departing on March 8, 2026 at the age of 89. Eldon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Eldon Leon French to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Woods and Esther Louise French (Enns); his daughter Tamara Lynn French Criswell; and his brothers, James Woods French and Roger Dale French.

He is survived by: his daughter Suzanne; his granddaughter Tanya; his wife Gloria Ann Chantaca; his stepson Mario Chantaca; the mother of his children Bonie Lucielle French (Woodard); his children, Raymond Dale French (Linda Sue), Lucinda Ann French Phillips (Jason), Susanne Marie French Schooley and Timothy James French (Tara Sue); and his mother-in-law Mary Adella Chantaca. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 19th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Living Faith Family Ministries (1902 Stone St, Saginaw, MI 48602). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the wishes of the family, c/o Gloria French.

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