F. Keith Mcphalen

MARICOPA - F. Keith McPhalen, 63, of Maricopa died on Sept. 29, 2014, at home.

The celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. today at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Maricopa.

Mr. McPhalen was born on April 25, 1951, in rural East Los Angeles and was a son of Floyd L. Fales and Virginia E. Skinner. He was a certified auto mechanic and worked in that field for 40 years. He enjoyed cooking for friends, barbecuing and watching old movies.

Survivors include his wife, Susan D.; a daughter, Sarah Chiasson of Louisiana; a sister, Laurie McPhalen of Tucson; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Andrew McPhalen, and a brother, Jared McPhalen.

J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel is in charge of arrangements.