University Chapel's brick-columned entrance with wooden double doors and flowering planters under a clear blue sky

University Chapel: Funeral Home in East Mesa, AZ

A quieter Bunker chapel on the east side of Mesa, well suited to smaller, more personal gatherings.

Our main line, (480) 964-8686, is answered 24 hours a day

Room for 100+ guests
Smaller, more personal setting
Same family, same care
Main line answered 24/7

University Chapel is a quieter Bunker chapel on the east side of Mesa, well suited to smaller, more personal gatherings. It has room for 100 or more guests, and families who want a closer, more intimate setting often find it the right fit.

It is run by the same Bunker family and offers the same services and the same care as Garden Chapel.

Bright foyer with wood floors, two cream armchairs beside a lamp, and glass entry doors — 3529 East University Drive, Mesa

Visit University Chapel

Address: 3529 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213
Phone: (480) 830-4105 for this chapel.Our main line, (480) 964-8686, is answered 24 hours a day.
Email: university@bunkerfuneral.com
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with appointments preferred. Weekend appointments are available as needed.We will do our best to help anyone who walks through our doors, and we are available by phone 24/7.
Parking and access: Plenty of on-site parking. The chapel is wheelchair accessible.

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The spaces

University Chapel is designed for smaller gatherings and a more personal feel.

Besides the chapel, it has a family lounge, an arrangement room where families can choose caskets and urns, and a refreshment area.

The chapel
The family lounge
The arrangement room
The gathering space
The chapel and piano

The chapel: Seating for services, with chairs and tables available.
The refreshment area: A space for light refreshments after a service. It is set up for refreshments, not for a full meal.
The gathering space: Room for family and friends to visit before and after.

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Google Street View virtual tour by OUTography and Powerfusion.

Services held here

Families use University Chapel for funeral services, memorial services, visitations and small receptions, before or after burial or cremation.

We will work with your family to accommodate the customs and traditions that are important to you. See the University Chapel General Price List for current prices, or our cremation pricing page.

University Chapel's front entrance with brick columns, wooden doors and flower planters — University Chapel, east Mesa

Clean, brightly lit crematory room with a stainless steel cremation unit and white cabinetry — Our crematory at Garden Chapel, downtown Mesa

Cremation for University Chapel families

Cremations for families who arrange services at University Chapel take place at our own crematory at Garden Chapel in downtown Mesa. Your loved one is never sent to a third party.

Families are welcome to learn more, and we offer crematory tours.

See our crematory Garden Chapel

Hosting a gathering

University Chapel suits a smaller service or memorial, and you do not need to use Bunker's funeral services to hold an event here.

If your gathering includes a meal or a larger group, Garden Chapel has a full catering kitchen and room for 150 or more. Ask us which setting is the better fit.

Ask about availability See Garden Chapel

Four generations of the Bunker family

1913Founded as Gibbons Mortuary, the funeral home that became Bunker Family Funerals & Cremation.
1964The Bunker family becomes the owner.
Four generationsof Bunkers have cared for Mesa families since.

The funeral home that became Bunker Family Funerals & Cremation was founded in 1913 as Gibbons Mortuary, and the Bunker family has owned it since 1964. Four generations of Bunkers have cared for Mesa families since. You can read the full story on our history page.

What Families Say About University Chapel

Read reviews from families we have had the privilege to serve at University Chapel.

Manny Pascoal

July 2026

Bunkers did a fantastic job taking care of our family after our Dad passed

EZPZ Notary & Apostille

April 2026

I was assisted by Amy Dilbeck; she was extremely prompt and helpful in our situation. She knew exactly what I needed. Awesome customer service, very friendly.

Phyllisjmc

January 2025

I would like to testify that the services I received from the Bunker Family was absolutely ideal. Ideal if you don't want to be pushed. They are a very kind and patient group of people. They are upfro...

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Questions about University Chapel

University Chapel has room for 100 or more guests across the chapel and our other gathering rooms, and chairs and tables are available. Ask us about the best arrangement for your group.

University Chapel is set up for light refreshments, not a full meal. For a meal, Garden Chapel has a full catering kitchen, and we can help you plan the right setting.

Yes. Chapel space can be used without Bunker's funeral services. Call us for availability and pricing.

Appointments are preferred Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and weekend appointments are available as needed. We will do our best to help anyone who walks in, and you can call at any hour.

Yes.

At our own crematory at Garden Chapel in downtown Mesa.

University Chapel is in east Mesa. Garden Chapel is in downtown Mesa. Either can arrange any of our services.

Call us any hour of the day or night

Call (480) 830-4105 or our 24-hour line at (480) 964-8686, contact us online, or start planning ahead.

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