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MARK JENSEN
EL PASO, TEXAS - Mark Wilcox Jensen made the journey from his life surrounded
by his loving family at home, with dignity, on December 24, 2003. Mark is an
extraordinary soul and we were blessed and privileged to have known and loved
him, for we came away better people. Mark will be profoundly missed for his
quick wit, knowledge, integrity, generosity, gentle touch, strong work ethic,
wisdom, energy, and especially for his ability to make us laugh.
Mark is survived by his wife Susie and his legacy will love on in his two
beautiful sons, Samuel and Elliot, whom he adored. Mark is also survived by
his father M. Reese Jensen, Brigham City, Utah, and sisters, Julie (Rawn)
Wallgren and Sheri Lance of Salt Lake City, Utah. His lovely mother Miriam
preceded Mark in death.
Mark was born in Brigham City, Utah, on August 2, 1955. Mark graduated from
Box Elder High School in 1973 and he received his Bachelor Degree in Business
Management from the University of Utah in 1978. Mark had a long and prosperous
career in the grocery business and was General Manager for WIO Market from May
1998 to the present. He was employed by Tri-State Wholesale Associated Grocers
from 1984 to May 1998, advancing from Retail Counselor to Vice President of
Retail Services. Prior to that, Mark was employed by Smith's Management Corp.
from 1971 to 1984, beginning as a clerk in Brigham City and ending his career
with Smith's as a store manager in Las Cruces, NM.
We would like to thank our many earth angels for their kindness, comfort and
support during this agonizing time: the Covery family, Julie Smartt, Eddie
Bryant, Janiece Ward, the staff at Jose Damian Elementary and the Alvardo,
Crossland and Ekery families. Our heartfelt gratitude is sent to our sweet,
thoughtful angel, Yvonne Chacon.
A memorial and celebration service were held December 30, at St. Mark's
Methodist Church, El Paso, Texas. In lieu of flowers, Mark requested that
donations be made either to Chihuahuan Desert Wildlife Rescue, P.O. Box 96,
Canutillo, TX 79835 or the cancer agency of your choice. In the name of God
and all that is holy, slather those you love with sunscreen. Thank you so
much, Mark, I will love you until the end of time. Directed by San Jose
Funeral Home.
There will be a short graveside service at the Brigham City Cemetery at 1 p.m.
Saturday, January 10.

HEATHER JALENE HOFMEISTER SIMMONS
Our precious daughter, mother, sister, aunt and friend, Heather Jalene, born
May 8, 1972, to Elmer and Donna Hofmeister Jr., slipped away from our earthly
presence on December 28, 2003, in St. George, Utah. She lived most of her
youth in Brigham City, Utah. She graduated from Box Elder High School with
honors in theater arts. At age 20 she moved to St. George, Utah.
She married Rick Simmons March 6, 1993. They were later divorced. They had two
wonderful children whom she loved more than life itself: Tyler Austin and
Maegan Ashlee Simmons.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a
very strong testimony.
Heather loved life. She loved to have fun and was so much fun to be around.
She showed Christ-like love to all she knew especially her family.
She is survived by her parents, her brothers, David (Becky), Jeff (Alesa),
Kris (Lisa), Eric (Kellie), Jerome (Maurine) and her sister Heidi Hofmeister;
her nieces and nephews whom she adored: Josh, Jason, Zach, Cheyenne, Britney,
Jacob, Katelyn, Kevin, Tessa, Blade, Brooklyn, Carson, Logan, Aiden, JJ and
Nicholas; four uncles and aunts; honorary uncle and aunt Jim and Barbara
Sterns; paternal grandfather Elmer Hofmeister Sr.
She was proceeded in death by her grandaprents Donald and Alma Stimeling
Thrash, grandmother Ethel Moon Hofmeister, uncle Jerome Hofmeister and nephew
Austin David Hofmeister.
We will forever love and remember you. Thanks for everything. Until we meet
again, we will all miss you.
Funeral services were held January 2, 2004, at the River Ridge Ward Chapel,
St. George, Utah. Interment at Tonaquint Cemetery.

EILEEN DRAKE HARLOW
BRIGHAM CITY   Our loving mother, Eileen Drake Harlow, passed away in her
sleep, Monday, January 5, 2004.
She was born, April 3, 1929, a daughter of Harland A. Drake and Thea Hansen in
Los Angeles, CA. Eileen had one sister and four brothers. She married James D.
Harlow June 12, 1956. They were later divorced. Eileen is the mother of six
children: Kari M. Marchant, San Diego, CA; Ernest M. and Karen Harlow, Brigham
City, UT; Mary Ann and Blaine Packer, Brigham City, UT; Kenneth M. and Carol
Harlow, Brigham City, UT; Marvin L. and Marlene Harlow, Pleasant View, UT;
Lori and James Armstrong, Pocatello, ID; she is the grandmother of 27 and
great grandmother of three. Her surviving brothers are: Stanley and Vivian
Drake, Carson, CA; Richard and Carol Drake, Garden Grove, CA.
We all miss her so much already.
Eileen was raised in Lomita, CA. She graduated from BYU, with a degree in
Education. She taught in the Box Elder School District for 30 years, retiring
in 1993.
Mother taught service by example. Eileen was a member of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served a mission to Mexico City, Mexico
1952-1954. She continued to be active with the Ex-Mex Missionary Group. Eileen
was a teacher in the Primary, Sunday School and Relief Society. She's served
in several Relief Society Presidencies. She served in the Name Extraction
Program, and as the Stake Coordinator for the Home Extraction Program. She
loved doing temple work.
Eileen favorite hobby was her children and grandchildren. She loved to spend
time with them. Her extended family was very special to her heart always. Her
second love was her genealogy research. For several Christmases she has given
her children specially written family histories. She also loved to quilt,
crotchet, and do other handwork for her family and others. Her hands were
never idle.
Mother was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Ruth, two brothers,
Harland Arthur, Jr., Robert, and her grandson, Charles. We know that her
reunion with them causes her much rejoicing.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 8, at 11 a.m. at the Central Ward
Chapel, 506 South 200 East, Brigham City. Friends may call Wednesday from 6 to
8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City and on Thursday
from10 to 10:40 a.m. at the Church.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

BRIAN DOVER
MAGNA - Brian Dover, 45, formerly of Brigham City, passed away on January 1,
2004, at his home in Magna, peacefully, after a long and valiant battle with
diabetes.
He was born on November 16, 1958, in Brigham City, a son of Clyde and Betty
Dover. Brian loved the outdoors, computer technology, and his best friend, Cow
Dog.
Brian is survived by his mother Betty (Jim) Harmon; brother, Bruce (Linda)
Dover; sister, Karen (Wayne) Merritt; two stepdaughters, and eight nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services were held at Myers Mortuary on Monday, January 5.
Interment was at the Brigham City Cemetery.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

OPAL BEE SKINNER
BRIGHAM CITY - Opal Bee Skinner, 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, January
9, 2004, at Pioneer Care Center.
She was born on March 3, 1909, in Georgetown, Idaho, a daughter of John Moxey
and Sarah Rozella Dunn Bee.
She married Ralph Morgan Skinner on June 29, 1927, in the Logan LDS Temple.
Surviving are five of her 10 children: Cleo (Mike) Griffin; Donald (Marie)
Skinner; Doralene (Frank) Roskelley; Dale Skinner; Betty (Frank) Verhaal; one
sister, Maude Jeppson; 46 grandchildren; 148 great grandchildren and 89 great
great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ralph; five sons:
Ralph, Gale, Gary, Dennis, and Randy; 15 grandchildren and two brothers and
three sisters, Russell, Logan, Pearl, Virginia, and Georgia.
Ralph and Opal farmed in Idaho and Utah. They moved to Smithfield, Utah, in
1941. They moved to Brigham City in the 1950s. Opal was an active member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her strong testimony of the
Gospel, her faith, and Father in Heaven helped guide her throughout her life.
She was a very caring, loving Mother, as well as a good friend and neighbor to
all those around her. She had a wonderful sense of humor.
After her husband died, Opal went to beauty school at the age of 49 and
graduated with top honors. She got her license and had a Beauty Shop in her
home, which enabled her to stay at home and raise her two young sons, Dennis
and Randy.
Opal had many talents, which she loves to share, quilting, crocheting,
cooking, and caring for her friends and neighbors .We as her family would
especially like to thank her neighbors for their many kindnesses to our
Mother, Reed Goldsbery and Niels Hanson, as well as Pioneer Care Center staff.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 14, at noon at the
Gillies-Petersen Funeral Chapel, 634 East 200 South, Brigham City, Utah and a
viewing will be held that day from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. at the funeral chapel.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
You may email condolences to the family at www.gilliespetersen.com.

BROOKLYNN DON MCINTIRE
CORINNE   Brooklynn Don McIntire, our precious baby girl has gone to the
loving arms of our Heavenly Father on January 7, 2004.
She was born November 26, 2003, in Salt Lake City, Utah, a daughter of Marc W.
and Misty Johnson McIntire.
Surviving are her parents; big brother, Ashton; grandparents, Bill and
Christine McIntire, Howell, UT; Valerie Cheney, Virgin, UT; Don and Kathy
Johnson, Auburn, WY; great grandparents Marcus and Lillian McIntire, Brigham
City, UT; Ross and Thelma Johnson, Auburn, WY.
Graveside services were held Saturday, January 10, at the Corinne Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made at Myers Mortuary, 205 South 100
East, Brigham City, 84302 in Brooklynn's name.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

DALE B. GIBBONS
BRIGHAM CITY   Dale Bruce Gibbons, 55, died January 8, 2004, in a trucking
accident in Illinois.
Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Logan Cemetery.
Directed by Myers Mortuary, Brigham City.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com


EDNA GLENN WIGHT
1909-2004
Edna Glenn Wight was born November 27, 1909, in Wellsville, Utah, the third
child of Israel and Mary Hutchison Glenn. She graduated in 1929 from Box Elder
High School in Brigham City, Utah. She married Shirley Wight of Brigham City
on May 4, 1939. They had one child, Robert, who was born on July 15, 1947.
Shirley and Edna operated the Wight Coal and Ice Company for several years in
Brigham City. Edna was a long time member of the Brigham City Bible Church and
the First Baptist Church of Brigham City.
Since July 1998, Edna had lived near Robert and his wife, Sheryl, in Arkansas
and Louisiana. Edna passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2004, in
Mandeville, Louisiana. She is survived by her son, Robert, and his wife,
Sheryl, of Mandeville, Louisiana; granddaughter, Amy Wight, of Richmond,
Virginia; grandson, Brian Wight of Seattle, Washington; sisters Ivy Glenn
Damron of West Valley City, Utah, and Dorothy Glenn Stokes of Brigham City,
Utah; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Edna was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brothers Merrill
and Earl Glenn and her sister Afton Glenn Taylor.
There will be a memorial service for Edna Wight in Brigham City in April,
2004. Those wishing to do so are requested to make a contribution in her
memory to First Baptist Church of Brigham City or the American Cancer Society.

RAYMOND D. WHITAKER
"TOGETHER AGAIN"
I'm Comin ' Home My Chores Are Through
BRIGHAM CITY   Raymond Dallas Whitaker, 87, passed away Wednesday, January 14,
2004, in Brigham City.
He was born June 26, 1916, in Brigham City to Shirley Selma Whitaker and
Lottie Ellen Stokes Whitaker.
Ray served in the Army during World War II.
He married Myrleen Williams on January 31, 1958, in Monroe, Utah. Myrleen
preceded him in death on January 7, 2002.
Ray worked as a custodian at the High School and Lakeview Elementary.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Brigham
City Ninth Ward.
His greatest joy was being with his grandchildren, Dustin and Jaime.
He is survived by his daughter, Julie May; grandchildren, Dustin Whitaker and
Jaime Vise, Brigham City; and his sister and brother-in-law, Myrle and Shirley
King, Burbank, CA, and a brother-in-law Golden Williams, Bowie, MD and
numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Monday, January 19, at Myers Mortuary Chapel.
Interment was in the Brigham City Cemetery where Military Honors were accorded
by VFW Post #1695.
The family would like to thank the staff at Pioneer Nursing for the care they
gave and they would like to thank the people with Hospice for their care and
love with their father and grandfather.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made to the American
Cancer Society.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

MAX S. PETERSEN
SALT LAKE CITY - Max Seal Petersen, 88, passed away on Thursday, January 15,
2004, at Highland Care Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
He was born on February 19, 1916, in Collinston, Utah, a son of James Alfred
and Kate Seal Petersen.
Max served in the US Army during World War II.
He was a civil engineer for the Bureau of Reclamation where he retired.
Surviving are his wife, Villa; two children, Jim Petersen and Nicki Petersen
both of Salt Lake City.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, at 1 p.m. at the
Brigham City Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements by Gillies-Petersen Funeral Chapel, Brigham City, Utah.

GEORGE LAYTON KNAVEL
BRIGHAM CITY   George Layton Knavel, 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, and friend passed away on January 17, 2004 at Autumn Living
in Brigham City, UT.
He was born on August 14, 1918, in Johnston, (Conemaugh) Pennsylvania, the son
of George Lincoln and Esther Agnes Huffman Knavel. He was reared and educated
in Pennsylvania and Ohio. He came to Brigham City on October 10, 1936, with
Civilian Conservation Corp. where he remained and made his home.
He married Verda Bowden on March 25, 1937, in Brigham City, and their marriage
was solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple on October 26, 1937.
He and his wife purchased their home on May 31, 1946, at 217 East 400 South
where they raised their children.
He worked at the Defense Depot in Ogden for 23 years before having to take a
disability retirement in 1964. He then worked for Brigham City Corporation, as
Box Elder Civil Defense Director, and retired from Thiokol Clearfield Job Corp
in 1982.
He served in the Military during World War II as a Paratrooper in the 82nd,
Airborne Division. He also served in the Utah National Guard, and was a member
of the American Legion Post #10 for 60 years. He was a convert member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served as Scout Master,
Elders Quorum President, Ward Greeter and a Home Teacher for many years, he
held the office of High Priest. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and working in
his garden and yard.
He was the father of seven children and is survived by three sons and one
daughter: George Ronald Knavel and wife Linda, Gary Edis Knavel and wife
Merilyn, Beverly Jean Miggin and husband Thomas all of Brigham City, and
Vernon Keith Knavel and wife Pauline. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren
and 59 great-grandchildren, brother William Grant Knavel.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Verda B.; parents; four sisters: Doris,
June, Betty, Lois Jean, three children; Verda Carol, William Kenneth, Vera
Karen, two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 22, at 11 a.m. at the
Brigham City Eleventh Ward Chapel, 506 South 200 East, Brigham City.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 South
100 East, Brigham City and on Thursday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Church.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery with Military Honors Accorded
by the VFW Post #1695 and the American Legion Post #10.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

DEAN BRENT JOHNSEN
TREMONTON - Dean Brent Johnsen, 64, passed away at the Bear River Valley
Hospital on January 18, 2004. He was born on June 16, 1939, in Bear River City
the son of Vernon LeRoy and Wanda Jensen Johnsen. He married Marcia Ann Stohl
on February 11, 1960, in the Logan LDS Temple.
He graduated from Box Elder High School in 1957. He earned a Master's Degree
in Math from Utah State University. He taught at Bear River High School for 35
years and also taught at the USU Brigham Extension.
He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
and served in many callings including: High Councilman, Bishop, Stake
President Counselor and many years with the Young Men and Scouting Program. At
the time of his death, he was Varsity Scout Coach in the Tremonton Sixth Ward.
His scouting awards consist of District Award of Merit and the Silver Beaver
Award.
He enjoyed farming with his Dad in Bear River City and lived in Tremonton all
of his married life. He had a beautiful singing voice and was asked to sing at
many functions. He also enjoyed singing in many quartets.
Surviving are his wife; his mother; his daughter, Teriann (Tom) Hanks of Bear
River City; his son, Travis Dean Johnsen of Clinton; his son-in-law, John
(Shelisa) Loertscher; nine grandchildren: Tawni Hanks (serving in Georgia
Atlanta North Mission), Tangi (Coby) Reese, Spencer and Skye Hanks, Quincy,
Alex, Collin, Rhyse, and Grace Loertscher. Also surviving are his two
brothers, J. Roger (LaRae) Johnsen of Ogden and V. Lloyd (Faye) Johnsen of Oak
Harbor, WA.
He was preceded in death by his father and two daughters, Teresa Loertscher
and Tamette Johnsen.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, at the
Tremonton Sixth Ward church located at 660 North 300 East, Tremonton. Friends
and family may call on Wednesday, January 21, from 6-8 p.m. at Rogers and
Taylor Funeral Home located at 111 North 100 East, Tremonton and also on
Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the funeral at the church.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the General Missionary fund of
the LDS church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.rogersandtaylor.com.

SHELLEY HOFFMAN
LOGAN - Shelley Dee Brown Hoffman, 54, of Logan, returned home to her Heavenly
Father and Mother on January 13, 2004.
She faced the battle of ovarian cancer with courage, dignity, and grace for
over six years. She won. Shelley was born May 3, 1949. She was the oldest
child of T. Dee Brown and Joyce Loveday. She had close relationships with both
of her grandparents, particularly Thad and Olive
Brown. Shelley always considered her grandparents as one of the greatest
blessings of her life. They were a great influence in her life.
She attended Logan City schools and graduated from Logan High in 1967. She
graduated Summa Cum Laude from Utah State University in 1991 with a Bachelor
of Fine Arts Degree. She was a member of Mortar Board National Honor Society
and was on the Dean's list several times. Her art brought her wonderful joy.
She participated in art shows throughout the state and was beginning to show
nationally when
diagnosed with cancer. Her art told of the beauty of nature and showed the
beauty within her heart.
She married the love of her life and her best friend
Thomas Richard Hoffman on August 1, 1974. They were later sealed in the Logan
Temple. The first 13 years of their marriage were spent in Brigham City. She
chose to be a "stay at home Mom" for their four children. This full time job
was the highlight and one of the greatest joys in her life. That joy was only
surmounted by the birth of her three grandchildren.
She is survived by her children: Heather (Michael) Harman,
Smithfield; Kate (Melissa) Hoffman, Mendon; Lannis
(Val Dee) Christensen, Logan, and Scott (Emily) Hoffman, Pullman, Washington.
Her love will always be with her dear grandchildren: Sara Harman, Simone
Harman and Caleb DeLoy Christensen and those that she will help send to us are
equally loved.
Shelley was an active member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. While living in Brigham City she had many church
callings in all of the organizations, including having served
twice in Relief Society presidencies, as well as a Primary presidency. She
loved her church callings, especially primary and teaching Relief
Society. She grew to dearly and sincerely love and value the relationships she
had with her "sisters" in the gospel. Shelley also spent countless
hours doing genealogy work and loved attending the temple.
Shelley loved being a homemaker, working in her gardens, spending time with
her family and friends, and taking trips with Tom. For the past few years she
and Tom have taken "antique hunting" trips and as it became more difficult to
leave home, their latest adventure has been bird
watching! Living with a positive attitude was very important to her. She
always maintained that there is value to be found and lessons to be learned
within all challenges. She values and leaves behind many very, very special
friendships, including a very dear Aunt, and one very dear soul mate and
friend, Barbara Marie Brock McKenzie. Shelley and Barbara have been best
friends for 49 years, having met in kindergarten. They were as close as any
twin sisters could ever be.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Wasatch Hematology/Oncology for their
many years of compassionate care and concern. Shelley loved and was grateful
for her special nurses Kathy and Delaney and also for Dr. Ross E. Morgan. IHC
Hospice nurses provided remarkable care, especially our angel nurse (Anna) who
helped Shelley remain as comfortable as possible.
Shelley is survived by her parents, T. Dee and Joyce
Brown; mother in-law Marjorie Hoffman, and brother-in-law John Hoffman; five
sisters and their spouses: Sharon and Eric Bunderson, Castle Dale, Utah;
Shauna and Scott Kunz, Bern Idaho; Shannon and Michael Call of Roscoe,
Illinois; Sharla and Carl Hart, Smithfield Utah; Shari and Brooke Ferney,
Aloha, Oregon and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her brother Thad, who also died of
cancer, and by her father-in-law Cap R. Hoffman.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 17, at the Lundstrom Park
First Ward Chapel, Logan, under the direction of Allen-Cranney Mortuary, North
Logan. Interment in the Logan City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Logan Chapter of IHC Hospice,
550 East 1400 North #G, Logan, Utah 84341.

RYAN MICHAEL CASSIDY
RICHFIELD, UTAH - Ryan Michael Cassidy, 31, returned home to his Heavenly
Father Sunday, January 11, 2004. He was born in Long Beach, California, on
November 13, 1972, to Danny Michael and Sharon Linnell Cassidy. He grew up and
attended school in Yucaipa, California. He served a mission for The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Washington, D.C. South Mission.
Upon returning he attended Utah Valley State College where he met his beloved
wife Kristin Michelle Dunn. They were married for time and all eternity in the
Salt Lake LDS Temple, August 5, 1994.
Ryan loved his family and his church and everyone he met. The loves of his
life were their four precious children: Nicole, seven; Gavin, four; Dylan,
two; and Kendyl, one. Ryan was a very "hands on" Dad. He left no doubt of the
love and devotion he felt for his children.
He enjoyed his sales job at LinCare and was in turn enjoyed by all he worked
with and served. His gift was making everyone in his presence feel special.
Ryan is survived by his wife, Kristin of Richfield; children: Nicole, Gavin,
Dylan, and Kendyl, all of Richfield, UT; his parents, Danny and Sharon Cassidy
of Perry, UT; three sisters: Erin (Brent) Anton, Yucaipa, CA; Shannon (Craig)
Martin, Salt Lake City, UT; Kendra (David) Thomson, Greenville, NC; father and
mother-in-law, Greg and Ilene Dunn of Richfield, UT; brothers and
sisters-in-law: Greg (Julie) Dunn, Richfield, UT; Sam (Cassie) Dunn, Eagle
Mt., UT; Kimberly (Tyler) Hawkins, Eagle Mt., UT; Kasi (Justin) Anstine, Orem;
nanna, Gloria Walker, Los Alamitos, California; many nieces and nephews; and
many family and friends who will miss him dearly.
Funeral services were January 15, in the Richfield Ninth LDS Ward Chapel.
Burial in the Richfield City Cemetery. Funeral directors, Neal S. Magleby &
Sons Mortuary, Richfield, UT. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the
Wells Fargo Bank in Richfield, Utah, in care of the Cassidy children.

NANCY DEW BRUNKER
CORINNE, UTAH/PAHRUMP, NEVADA - Nancy Dew Brunker died January 18, 2004 at her
home in Pahrump, NV.
Nancy was born April 30, 1954. She lived in Utah in 1995. She married Blaine
Brunker April 17, 1982. She was a devoted dog and horse lover. She was a
champion horse jumper and trainer for many years.
After being diagnosed with MS in 1989 her passion with Dusty, her beautiful
horse, had shattered. Nancy and Blaine moved to Pahrump, NV in 1997 with Dusty
and her dogs. She entered her dogs in shows and won many times.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Blaine Brunker of Nevada; three
stepchildren: Betty (Brein Kory) Davis, Willard; Bob (Mary) Brunker,
Riverdale; Janice (Ralph) Richie, Island Park, ID. She also had six step
grandchildren and 14 step great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother, father and brother; also Dusty and
four dogs.
She will be laid to rest in Pahrump, NV. Friends may sent condolences to Betty
and Brein Davis, P.O. Box 236, Willard, Utah 84340.

STANLEY GARTH BAKES
We are honored and very grateful to have been a part of the life of Stanley
Garth Bakes, who passed away on January 20, 2004, at home surrounded by those
who loved him.
Stanley was born on January 31, 1928, the youngest son of William Vaness Bakes
and Sara Atkin Bakes in Beaver, UT. At the early age of six, Stanley began
delivering milk for his Grandfather Atkin's Dairy Farm to the local Caf‚. By
ten, he had started milking cows for his grandfather and, as a sophomore in
high school, had his own herd with an agreement from the local creamery to buy
the milk.
Stan was very athletic in high school where he participated in track and
football; however, he was best known for his tennis achievements, including
going to the state championship in tennis doubles. He graduated from Beaver
High School in June 1946.
In the summer following his graduation, Stanley enlisted in the army and was
stationed in Yokohama, Japan for thirteen months as a company clerk.
Stanley returned home and entered the Branch Agriculture College in Cedar
City, (Southern Utah University). Two years later he transferred to the
University of Utah where, in June 1954, he received his Juris Doctorate Degree
from the University of Utah Law School. Four months later Stanley passed the
Utah State Bar exam. Before settling in Brigham City, he worked for Travelers
Insurance and the Utah Motor Club. He then began work for the Thiokol
Corporation in the Contracts, Procurement and Proposals Departments. Stanley
retired from Thiokol after 32 years of dedicated service as the Contract
Manager. He was instrumental in managing the minuteman program.
Stanley first saw the love of his life, Mary Patricia Judd, in the fall of
1948 in a class at B.A.C. They were married on January 19, 1952, in Hurricane,
Utah. They have lived 52 happy, loving and active years together. Stan and Pat
loved to travel and many of their trips after retirement were planned around
the game of golf. They were active members of the Brigham City Elks and the
Brigham City County Club.
Stanley loved to fish and hunt and he spent many summers with friends and
family up at Henry's Lake, Idaho. His greatest strength was the unconditional
support and love that he gave his family and we will miss him terribly.
Stanley is survived by his wife, Pat; sons, Russell (Terry) Bakes, Brigham
City and Riley (Kristina) Bakes, Park City; daughter, Rebecca (Paul)
Steffensen, Salt Lake City. He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Nathan,
Jamie, Jenny, Erin, Brenden, Amanda, Laurel, Leah and Olivia and three
great-grandchildren. Stanley was preceded in death by his parents and brother
Russell Vaness Bakes.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 23, at 11 a.m. at Myers
Mortuary, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City.
A viewing will be held Friday from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the Mortuary.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

LILLIAN MUELLER WALTZ
BRIGHAM CITY   Lillian Mueller Waltz, 87, passed away Friday, January 23,
2004, in Brigham City.
She was born in Cavalier County, North Dakota on February 10, 1916, a daughter
of John and Mary Buchweitz Mueller.
Lillian was a farmer's wife and proud of her North Dakota heritage. She
enjoyed spending quality time with family, and will be greatly missed.
She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church of Langdon, ND, and honorary
member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
Lillian married John Waltz in 1937. They where married for 60 years.
Her parents, husband, a son, Darol, two sisters and two brothers preceded her
in death.
Lillian is survived by one sister, Phyllis (Chuck) Whitaker, her beloved
nieces: Cheryl (Kyle) Smith, Diane Baird, Wendy (Rick) Woodland, Susan (Tim)
Clark, Sheila (Martin) Rubin, Sandra (Mike) Dillon, and many great nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 29 at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross
Lutheran Church.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

LOUALLA "BABE" MARIE PATCHEN MASON
BRIGHAM CITY   Loualla "Babe" Marie Patchen Mason, 71, passed away on January
23, 2004.
She was born on January 9, 1933, in McLaughlin, South Dakota, a daughter of
Robert and Loualla McLaughlin Patchen. She married Lawrence Kent Mason, Sr. on
July 22, 1951, in Portland, Oregon.
Loualla was a very spiritual individual who loved her children, grandchildren
and great-grandchildren and dedicated her life to them and her students at the
Intermountain Intertribal School. She was one of Brigham City's finest
long-standing residents. She was a local artist, art instructor, and had a
studio in New Images in Brigham City. She also enjoyed writing and analyzed
handwriting.
Loualla is survived by her husband and four children: Catherine (James)
Arnott, Chicago, IL; Wanda A. Chilcott, Eden, UT; Kim (Roberta) Mason, Brigham
City, UT; Ronald R. (Ester) Mason, Evanston, WY; fourteen grandchildren and
eleven great grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother, Robert Patchen;
sisters: Florence Walling, Erma Wheeler and Josephine Tenbrook.
She was preceded in death by one brother, five brothers and sisters and one
grandchild, Ella Brook Mason.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 29, at 11 a.m. at Myers
Mortuary Chapel, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City, Utah. Friends may call on
Wednesday, January 28 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the mortuary and on Thursday,
January 29 10 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.

JOANNE CHRISTENSEN JENSEN
BRIGHAM CITY - JoAnne Christensen Jensen, 72, passed away on Sunday, January
25, 2004, due to injuries sustained in an auto accident.
She was born on November 13, 1931, in Tremonton, Utah, a daughter of Joseph
and Lois Marie Jenson Christensen. She was raised in Bear River City, Utah.
JoAnne married Roland Wayne Jensen on April 3, 1951, at Hill Air Force Base in
Clearfield, Utah. They were later divorced.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had
served as a teacher in the Sunday School, Primary and Relief Society and also
as the Adult Singles representative.
She had belonged to the lady Elks and Eagles.
JoAnne had been a substitute teacher in the Box Elder School district for a
number of years. She also worked as a cook, a floral designer and at a meat
packing plant.
Surviving are two children, Roland Wayne (Lora) Jensen II, Choteau, Montana;
Karen (Ernest) Harlow, Brigham City; one brother, J. Allan (Noreen)
Christensen, Bear River City.
She was preceded in death by one son, Gary Paul Jensen; one granddaughter and
her sister, Helen C. Busby.
Mom will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 31, at 10 a.m. at the
Brigham City West Stake Center, 895 North 625 West, with Bishop Scott
Mildenhall officiating.
Friends may call at the Stake Center on Saturday from 9 to 9:45 a.m.
Inurnment will be in the Bear River City Cemetery.
You may email condolences to the family at www.gilliespetersen.com
Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Chapel, Brigham City.

KATHLEEN BROWN RITTER HOWELL
BRIGHAM CITY   Kathleen Brown Ritter Howell, seventh child of James Andrew and
May Bowden Brown, returned to her Lord and Savior on January 22, 2004.
Kathleen was born on July 9, 1951, in Brigham City, Utah. She died in her
sleep of natural causes in Springdale, Arkansas. She was raised and educated
in Brigham City, and later received a degree in counseling. With this degree,
she took great pleasure and sacrificed much in helping others.
Kathleen is survived by her mother; her sisters: Lana (John) Peters, LaRae
(Leonardo) Redocto, Diane (Edgar) Dew, Marilyn (Garth) Goff, her children,
Micheal David Ritter, Jayme Anne Howell Marler; her grandchildren, Azia,
Taelor, Crystal, Blake, Erica, Bayleigh, Kalina; her former husband and best
friend Jimmy Howell and his sons Chris and Timmy; as well as many nephews,
nieces, aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her father, her sister Patricia, her brother
Frederick, and her son Jason Lee Ritter, and her former husband Michael
Ritter.
Interment was in the Brigham City Cemetery. According to Kathleen's wishes,
the services were held privately for immediate family only.
Those wishing to do so are requested to make contributions in her memory to
the Brigham City House, 625 South 300 East, Brigham City, UT, Attn: Kevin.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

"Together Again"
JESSIE LEORA MECHAM ELLER
BRIGHAM CITY - Jessie Leora Mecham Eller, 85, our dear mother, grandmother and
sister passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Monday, January 26,
2004, at Pioneer Care Center in Brigham City.
Jessie was born April 9, 1918, in Nephi to Elam and Josephine Crosby Mecham.
Jessie's mother passed away when Jessie was seven years old, and because her
father had been disabled by a stroke, she was reared by Albert E. and Minnie
Smith.
Jessie graduated from Juab High School and attended Utah State University,
receiving a degree in Home Economics. Jessie later returned to USU and
received a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Living.
Jessie married Charles H. Eller on June 9, 1945, in Walnut Park, California.
Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Charlie preceded Jessie in death January
30, 2000.
Jessie started her career as a school teacher and later went to work for Utah
State University as an extension agent, serving in Uintah, Cache and Box Elder
Counties. In 1973, she received a Distinguished Service award from the
National Association of Home Economists for her work.
Jessie retired from the Extension Service in 1980 but continued working with
Charlie, traveling throughout the West for a catering company.
Mother never failed to notice a beautiful sunset, butterflies, wildflowers,
faces in the cloud, or a special rock or piece of driftwood she would find.
Mom always saw the best in people and never said unkind words. She was always
cheerful and kept her sense of humor until her last
breath.
Jessie is survived by three daughters, Diane Nielson, Pleasant View; Charlene
(Jerry) Reed, North Ogden; and Jayne Ann (Allen) Wright of Willard. Also
surviving is one brother, David Mecham of Nephi; sister-in-law, Lois Mecham of
California; nine grandchildren and nearly 15 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, one sister and two
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 30, at 1 p.m. at the Nephi LDS
Chapel.
Friends may call Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's North Ogden
Mortuary, 2140 North Washington Blvd., and Friday from 12 to 12:45 p.m. at the
church.
Interment, Nephi Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the staff at Pioneer Care Center, especially
Brooke, who took such good care of Mom, and also Rose and Jennifer of Alliance
Hospice for their special care.
E-mail condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com

GLEN D BYWATER
BRIGHAM CITY - Glen D Bywater passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2004, of
natural causes in a nursing home in Brigham, City, Utah. He was born on his
dad's birthday September 17, 1916, in Evans, Utah, to James Ora and Ada Davis
Bywater. He married Nona Betsey Hobson in the Logan LDS Temple on June 21,
1935. Nona died February 10, 1967.
Glen and Nona lived in Brigham City, Utah until they moved to Burley in 1938.
They lived in several areas around Burley and also lived in Clovis, California
for one year and then moved back to Burley.
After Nona's passing, Glen married Edith Smith Wood on August 31, 1968 in the
Manti LDS Temple and moved to Paul, Idaho where they lived until 1997. They
then moved to Brigham City, where they lived at the time of his death.
He spent his lifetime working as a farmer. He also was a butcher at Clark's
grocery store in Oakley, Idaho, after Nona's passing. He enjoyed spending time
with his family, farming, gardening, and picnics with family ending in water
fights.
Glen was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and
served in various callings during his lifetime. These callings included
Elder's Quorum President, assistant scout master, stake missionary, assistant
ward clerk, membership and financial clerks, seventies secretary and
counselor, Sunday school superintendent, and home teacher.
Glen and Edith served a mission for the LDS church in the South Dakota, Rapid
City mission. They also were temple workers at the Boise LDS Temple for 12
years.
He is survived by his wife Edith of Brigham City; nine children and their
spouses: Marylan (Dennis) Whitaker of Chubbuck, Idaho; DeWayne (Louise)
Bywater of Pocatello, Idaho; Renae (Ben) Lindsay of Rigby, Idaho; Colon (Suzi)
Bywater of Bakersfield, California; Julia (Del) Findlay of Sandy, Utah; Deverl
(Jenny) Bywater of Hyrum, Utah; Mike (Gale) Bywater of Snohomish, Washington;
Sheila (Rick) Halterman of Draper, Utah; Janine (Doug) Halterman of Sandy,
Utah; and one stepson Doug (Linda) Wood of Riverside, Ohio; 71 grandchildren,
51 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He is also survived by
his sister, Adelle Maze and his brothers Dick (Mary) Bywater; Dennis (Donna)
Bywater.
He was preceded in death by, a son Richard J Glen Bywater, a grandson Ricky
Dean Whitaker, son-in-law Jim Dunfield; two brothers and three sisters.
We would like to thank Pioneer Care Center and Hospice for their loving care.
He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services were held on Monday, January 26, at the Brigham City
Twentieth LDS Ward Chapel under the direction of Gillies-Petersen Funeral
Chapel, Brigham City.
Interment in Declo, Idaho City Cemetery.
You may email your condolences to www.gilliespetersen.com.


DON C. BARKER
WILLARD - Don C. Barker, 87, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2004, at his
home in Willard of causes incident to age.
He was born October 6, 1916, in Willard, Utah, a son of Alfred Great Barker
and Sarah Pricilla Cordon. He married DeNece Pierson on June 4, 1943, in the
Logan L.D.S. Temple.
Don was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served
as a missionary in the Northwestern States Mission. He also served in many
leadership positions, including Bishop of the Willard First Ward.
He owned and operated Barker Fruit and Dairy Farm in Willard with his wife and
family, where he enjoyed many bounteous fruit harvests and looked forward to
visits with long-time friends and customers. The Barker farm has been in
existence for 150 years and was honored as a Century Farm and Ranch. Don also
drove the school bus in the Box Elder School District.
Don loved hunting and the mountains. He enjoyed animals and his love for
horses brought others and him much joy. He enjoyed driving his horse-drawn
buckboard in parades and to church and giving his grandchildren Sunday
afternoon rides.
He loved to work and taught his children and grandchildren the importance of
hard work.
He is survived by his wife and seven children: Deon (Cordell) Ferry, Henefer;
LeAnne (Verlo) Hunsaker, Willard; Pamela Molgard Anderson, Brigham City;
Colleen (Glen) Koga, Roy; Fred (Debbie) Barker, Willard; Tyler (Lenny) Barker,
Willard; Ivy Marie (Reuel) Reeder, Layton; thirty-seven grandchildren and
forty-two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and five sisters.
The family would like to thank the staff at Brigham City Community Hospital,
Carol and Kim of IHC Hospice, and Doctors Beard, Larsen, Hillam and Keller.
Services will be held Saturday, January 31, at 11 a.m. at the Willard First
Ward Chapel, 80 North 100 West, Willard. Friends may call on Friday, January
30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City, and
on Saturday at the Willard First Ward from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. prior to
services.
Interment will be in the Willard City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Willard First Ward missionary
fund or IHC Hospice.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com

PATRICIA MARGARET VALCARCE
PERRY - Patricia Margaret Valcarce died on Tuesday, January 27, 2004, at her
home after a valiant fight with breast cancer.
She was born on April 25, 1953, in Salt Lake City, Utah, a daughter of Arthur
and Faith Dunn Fisher.
She married David Johnson and they were later divorced. Together they had a
son, Ryan David Johnson, whom she loves with all her heart.
Trish married Dale Valcarce on October 5, 1990, in Bountiful, Utah.
Together with Trish's son Ryan and Dale's three children, Brad, Shelly and
Brian Valcarce, they had many wonderful and happy years together.
Trish was the human resource manager at Autoliv/Tremonton. She enjoyed working
with people and had completed many years of service in the human resource
field.
Her greatest love was her husband and her family, especially being with her
grandchildren. She enjoyed various outdoor activities and going on trips with
her family.
She has many friends and loved ones and we have all been blessed by having her
in our lives.
She is survived by her husband, Dale, of Perry; children: Ryan David Johnson,
Perry; Brad (Leslie) Valcarce, Orem; Shelly (Brian) Gomez, Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma and Brian Valcarce, currently serving an LDS Mission. She is also
survived by four grandchildren, Alexis and Dallin Gomez, Madison and Carter
Valcarce; six siblings: John (Aloni) Fisher; Norman (Daralynn) Fisher, LeRoy
Fisher, Sue Davis, all of Salt Lake; Ruth Christensen, Hyrum, and Lura (David)
Hutchison, Molalla, Oregon.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Jeanette Downey.
The family would like to express their appreciation to IHC Hospice, especially
Kim, and to all other friends and family members who gave their love and
support to Trish.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 31, at the Gillies-Petersen
Funeral Chapel.
Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
You may email condolences to the family at www.gilliespetersen.com