OBITS: Deseret News 9 Nov 2004; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah submitted by W. David Samuelsen *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Blair Jr., George Boyd George Boyd Blair, Jr. "Bud" George Boyd Blair, Jr. (Bud) passed away on November 6, 2004 after having suffered with cancer. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on April 15, 1925, to George B. Blair and Garda Riggs Blair. He attended and graduated Granite High School in 1943. George served in the US Navy from 1943 1946. He married Dorothy Broadbent in June of 1947. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughters, Judy Lynn LeBaron (Eddie) and Gerri Lou Blair (Jeff Howard); sisters, Joyce Shoats (Joe) and Thalia Schmertz (Bernie); 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson. George was an active member of the LDS church having served a stake mission and worked in the Salt Lake Temple for several years. He also served in the Boy Scouts for 29 years having earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He worked for Rowell Dairy and Heber Valley Milk Co. After leaving there he worked in sales and sanitation for the dairy industry. He loved the outdoors and was a great fisherman and hunter. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the Winder 3rd Ward, 1250 East 4530 South. Family and friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, located at 5850 South 900 East, and also one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Lake Hills Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Brown, Gillian R. Gillian R. Brown 1952 ~2004 Gillian R. Brown, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, spouse, and friend, passed away in her home in Salt Lake City, November 5, 2004, after a long and courageous struggle against cancer. Gillian was a special daughter to Beverly and Laurence, a dear sister to Pam, Eric, Bruce, Keith, Heather, and Marcia, and an attentive aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was a wonderful spouse to Howard, who is blessed to have shared love and life with Gillian for 20 years. Gillian was a devoted and delighted mother to Devon. Her greatest sadness was that she would not live to see Devon grow to adulthood, but her greatest joy was that she could be mother and friend of this splendid boy for 13 years. Friendship was one of Gillian's great gifts, and she was a trusted friend to many throughout the country. She cherished and learned from the intimacies she shared with others. Many of her friends were professional colleagues. Gillian was professor of English and a well-known scholar of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century American literature and culture and, more recently, of children's literature. Author of numerous essays and two books, Domestic Individualism and Consent of the Governed, at her death Gillian was working on a book about international children's literature and another on the figure of the child in American culture. Memorial services will be held at the Fort Douglas chapel on the campus of the University of Utah, Saturday, November 13, at noon, and near Boston on Saturday, December 4, 3 p.m., at 102 Lenox, West Newton, MA, 02465 (617-969-1311). In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Gillian's name to Huntsman Cancer Institute, 2000 Circle of Hope, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, or at www.huntsmancancer.org. Gillian will be dearly missed, yet we will remember her as a model of strength and courage and for the joy she brought family and friends. She will reside in and sustain our hearts. Goodbye my love. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Dallon, Frank Sherman Frank Sherman Dallon 1910 ~ 2004 Frank passed away peacefully November 7, in Lehi, UT. Born July 1, 1910 in Salt Lake City to Clarence Wilbur and Gertrude Gurley Dallon. Attended West High. Married Verda Carlile July 6, 1931 in Heber City, UT. Frank's life was spent building and serving. He retired from his primary career of 34 years as a civil engineer with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation after working on Hoover Dam (NV) and serving as the field engineer during construction of the Davis Dam (AZ), the Folsom Dam (CA), the Trinity Dam (CA), and as the project engineer during the completion stages of the Flaming Gorge Dam (UT). He retired a second time from the State of California aqueduct project to divert water from Northern CA to the Los Angeles basin. Following retirement, he built with his own hands two homes, a summer home near Flaming Gorge; and a primary residence in Sandy, UT. He also assisted many family members, neighbors, and friends with home improvement and maintenance projects. He served for 17 years as a worker in the Jordan River Temple. Throughout his life, Frank enjoyed the out of doors. In addition to hunting and fishing, he enjoyed exploring forest roads with his wife in his pickup truck. He was a wise and devoted husband, father, and grandfather who set a great example for his sons and associates. He bravely endured many personal trials during his final declining years. Frank is survived by his wife of 73 years; sons, Frank William, Dale Sherman (Barbara B.), and Earl Carlile (Linda R.); 13 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday November 10, 2004, 12 noon at the Granite View Ward, 2675 East Jordan Road, Sandy. Family and friends may call Tuesday evening 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 So. Highland Dr., SLC and one hour prior to services at the ward. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 11/8/2004 - 11/9/2004. Dean, Bern L. Bern L. Dean 1921 ~ 2004 Bern L. Dean, 83, born Feb 1, 1921 in American Fork, Utah to Owen and Amy Dickerson Dean passed away Sunday Nov 7, 2004 surrounded by his loving family. Bern L attended American Fork City schools, graduating from American Fork High School. He was a World War II veteran who served our nation proudly in Appenines Po Valley, Italy where he obtained the rank of Corporal in the US Army and earned the European, African, Middle Eastern Service Medal. Bern L worked with his father and brothers for many years in Dean Sand & Gravel. He was a cement contractor in southern California. He was also employed with Los Angeles City. He returned to American Fork where he enjoyed many years with the National Forest Service. Bern L was preceded in death by his loving wife Dorothy Marcroft Dean, his parents, and brothers George, Milo, Arvell, John, Ernest and Wayne Dean, two grandsons, Brett Dean and Kevin Liddiard. He is survived by his brothers Owen of American Fork, Morrell of Springville, and sisters Dora Roberts of Missoula, MT and Janice Mayne of American Fork; eight children, Leola Liddiard (Samuel) of Provo, UT; LaRee Nuttall (Gordon) of Simi Valley, CA; Bern L (Anita) of Ventura, CA; Daylon (Chris) North-ridge, CA; Kayleen Allen (Terry) of Grapevine, TX; Christine Dean Herbert of Sitka, AK; Autumn Mitchell of Williams, AZ; Liza May of Orem; and step children Barnaby, B.J. and Christopher Vergara and Jacqueline Jensen; 26 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, and as he put it "four great-great-grandchildren with two in escrow." His family will remember his great sense of humor and practical jokes, his love for people, his talent for art, and the joy of hard work. Bern L set a great example for all of us and will be dearly missed. A viewing will be held at Anderson and Sons Mortuary located at 49 E 100 N in American Fork on Tuesday, Nov 9, 2004 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services directed by Bishop Samuel G. Liddiard in the American Fork 29th Ward chapel located at 673 E 300 N on Wednesday, Nov 10, 2004 at 11 am with a viewing from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment in American Fork Cemetery with full military honors by VFW Dist 4. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Eardley, Margaret H. Margaret H. Eardley 1914 ~ 2004 Margaret Hoel Eardley, age 90, died November 6, 2004 in Orem, Utah, of causes incident to age. Margaret was born July 17, 1914 in Eureka, Utah to Carl and Jenni Hoel. She married Irving A. Eardley on October 31, 1937. They recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. Margaret loved her family and spent her life as a wonderful wife, mother, aunt and friend. Margaret is survived by her husband, Irv, and her son Richard I. Eardley. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 11, 2004, 12 Noon, at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., where friends and family may visit one hour prior to the service. Interment: Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Filkins, Breanna Louise Breanna Louise Filkins Will Be Missed Breanna Louise Filkins, 22, of Big Timber, MT and former Salt Lake City resident, died unexpectedly at St. Vincent Hospital, Billings, MT Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 11 at Franzen-Davis Funeral Home, 118 N. 3rd St. in Livingston, MT. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 12 at Livingston Christian Center. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Livingston. Survivors include her daughter, Madison Filkins; parents, Mike and Mari Filkins; brother, Renn Filkins; and special friend, Aden McDonnell, all of Big Timber; grandparents, Reverend Robert and Marvelle Smith, Grand Junction, CO and Barbara Filkins Shea, Lennox, MA. Memorials to Ronald McDonald House, 1144 No. 30th St., Billings, MT 59101. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Hickman, Lane W. Lane W. Hickman1929 ~2004 Lane W. Hickman, 75, passed away Friday, Nov. 5, 2004, at his home. His advice, laughter, and wisdom will be greatly missed by his family. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday, November 12th, at the Kimball Mill LDS Ward Chapel, 650 South 200 East, in Bountiful. Friends and family may call on Thursday, November 11th, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, in Bountiful. A viewing will also be held on Friday morning 10:30 to 11:45 am at the church prior to funeral services. Burial in the Bountiful City Cemetery. Lane was born on February 15, 1929 in Bingham Canyon, Utah, the oldest son of Lee Hamilton Hickman and Elizabeth McMullin Hickman. He grew up in Sandy and graduated from South High School. Lane was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was called as a missionary in the California Mission. He served honorably as an MP in the US Army during the Korean War. On May 15, 1953, Lane married June Colemere in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. After a short time living in Murray, they became long time residents of Bountiful where they raised their family of four children. In 2003, they celebrated 50 years of marriage together. Lane worked as a construction electrician by trade as a member of IBEW Local 354. He earned the title of Master Electrician and retired after 35 years of loyal service. For most of his life, he possessed a love for steam locomotives and railroad history, performed his church duties diligently, and enjoyed spending time with his family. Lane is preceded in death by his parents and one sister. He is survived by his wife: June Hickman; four children: Susan Hittle, Marsha Latham, Jeffrey Hickman, and Mark Hickman; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three siblings: Neil Hickman, Janice Margetts, and Lee Hickman Jr. The family expresses special appreciation to Rocky Mountain Hospice, especially to Dr. Karin Lee, Lori Hess, Chris Calerich, Joyce Ashton, and others who provided high quality care for our Dad. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Jensen, Perris S. Perris S. Jensen 1902 ~ 2004 Heaven reclaimed our precious father, Perris S. Jensen. He died peacefully at home on Saturday November 6th, 2004. Perris was born at Heber City, Utah on February 5, 1902 to goodly parents. His father, James C. Jensen was serving a missionary call for the LDS Church, a mission which lasted for 23 years. His mother was Ward or Stake Relief Society President during all of the years that Perris was growing up. Perris was a member of the first Boy Scout troop in Wasatch County. Eventually he became an Eagle Scout. During World War I he sold Liberty Bonds under a nation-wide program called "Every Scout to Save a Soldier." For this, after the war, he was awarded, by the U.S. Treasury Dept. a medal and a banner which he treasured all his life and displayed on special occasions. Perris was active in the LDS Church. He served in some capacity almost continually for 85 years, starting at being called as the Secretary of his Deacons quorum up until the time he was temporarily blinded, caused by an attack of shingles which disabled him at age 96. His service included secretary of his priesthood quorums, member of MIA and Sunday School Stake Boards, Scoutmaster, two full time missions, one in Holland and one in Great Britain, High Priest Group Leader, Bishop's Counselor and Stake High Counselor; but he was primarily a teacher, in the MIA. in his High Priest Quorum and in the Sunday School where he taught the Gospel Doctrine class for 26 years. When he was 75 years old he was called as Stake Leader of the Name Extraction Program. He and his crew of up to 42 faithful workers extracted and submitted to Church Headquarters for temple work, over two million names. He continued in this program until crippled by the shingles. Perris dropped out of High School, he supposed for a year, to get out of debt. He didn't get back to school for over sixty years. He completed his correspondence law course, passed the bar examination and practiced law for over 60 years. On Dec. 31, 1941, 24 days after the attack on Pearl Harbor, Perris was "drafted" by the U.S. Army and served as a civilian with the U.S. Division Engineers. After the war he resumed his legal practice, but limited his practice to Real Estate, Probate, Wills and Trusts. He taught classes at the Extension Division of both the University of Utah and at Westminster College in Real Estate Law. Finally, at age 77 he decided it was time to become educated. He applied at BYU for registration as a freshman. The registrar asked him why at his age he wanted to enter a university. Perris responded with two reasons: first, could he still do it and keep up with the "kids", and second, whatever he learned he planned to take with him into the hereafter. He was admitted, and four years later received his Bachelors Degree in Independent Studies and graduated as valedictorian of his class. Several months after his return from his mission to Holland, Perris married Gwen Williams, a daughter of David J. Williams and Martha Ann John Williams. The ceremony was performed in the Salt Lake Temple by Elder Orson F. Whitney of the Council of the Twelve. To them were born six children, Homer (Shirley), Wendell, (Maurine), Neil (Martha), Bruce (Diane), Arlene (Wife of Gary C. Curtis) and Marilyn(wife of John B. Dougall.) Homer died June 15, 1970. The others survive. To these six children were born 37 grandchildren; 36 of whom still survive, 127 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Perris was honored to carry the Olympic torch on his 100th birthday. Funeral services will be held in The Willow Creek 6th ward Chapel. 2115 E Sublette Place (8435 South), Sandy Utah on Saturday, November 13th 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing will be held Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Larkin Mortuary 260 E South Temple, and 9:30 a.m. till 10:45 at the ward, prior to the services. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Johnson, Ray Ray Johnson 1922 ~ 2004 On November 6, 2004 Ray Johnson peacefully journeyed on from the joyous life he led. In many ways, Ray made Alzheimer's a wonderful experience with his unique comments, colorful style and moments of tender love. Ray was born December 7, 1922, in Nashville, Tennessee. After spending his childhood in Nashville, Ray settled in Detroit, Michigan, then joined the Navy and moved to Savannah, Georgia, where he met and married Dorothy Parker. Ray and "Dot" moved to Detroit, Michigan, then to Los Angeles, California, where Ray worked many years for the Hilton Hotel Corporation. Ray and Dot eventually created Ray Johnson Catering. After retiring, Ray and Dot followed their dream and moved to Maui, Hawaii where they enjoyed sunsets, golf and meeting people from all over the world. Ray is survived by Joanne (Gene), David (Vickey), Susan (Bryant), Bob, Nancy (Phil), Diane (Keith), Bettyanne (Kent), Vicki and 25 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Dot and a son, Raymond. A gratitude celebration of Ray Johnson's life will be held on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. at the Utah State Veteran's Nursing Home, 700 Foothill Drive. Ray's family could never thank enough all of the caregivers at the Utah State Veteran's Nursing Home who gave and gave and then gave some more. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Utah State Veteran's Nursing Home. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Kamp, Harold Harold Kamp Will Be Missed Harold Kamp passed away in Salt Lake City on October 25, 2004 at the age of 85. He was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. Harold was transferred to many different cities in the course of his employment with Addressograph Multigraph Corporation. When he was transferred to Salt Lake City in 1958 he fell in love with the mountains and surrounding areas. He was an avid skier and a member of the Alta Ski Patrol. Harold spent the remainder of his career as a civilian employee for the Department of Defense at Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, Hawaii serving for a brief time in Vietnam as a civilian advisor. Upon his retirement, he moved to Houston, Texas to be near his son ThomBlumenkamp. It was in Houston that he met and married the love of his life Blanche Davis. Shortly after the marriage he brought his bride to see the beauty of Salt Lake City. After a brief visit they agreed that it was here they wished to enjoy retirement together. Harold truly loved life to its fullest and his family was his pride and joy. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Blanche, his daughter Sandra (Andrew) Cooley and grandson Scott of Honolulu, Hawaii; his son Thom Blumenkamp (Mary) grandson Jason of Houston and his sister Lucille Nevin of Springfield, Tennessee. As his greatest gift Harold donated his body to the University of Utah Medical Center. Memorial services are scheduled for Saturday, November 13th at 3 p.m. in the Chapel at St. Mark's Hospital. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Woodlands Park Nursing Home for the wonderful care Harold received in his final days. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Kocik, Phyllis Maes Phyllis Maes Kocik 1912 ~ 2004 Our Beloved mother, grandmother, and sister went peacefully to our Lord Nov. 6, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born Oct. 11, 1912 in La Garita, CO, to Perfecto and Ana Vigil Maes. She was preceded in death by her husband Peter Kocik, son Tony Sanchez; Daughters Margie Sanchez, and Barbara Leonard. Survived by son Dorian Sanchez, daughters Karol Kuhn, Sharon Burnside, 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, sisters Juanita Sanchez, Vera Gallegos, brothers, Arthur Gallegos, Rocky Gallegos and Benny Gallegos. She will be dearly missed but never forgotten. We would like to thank the Hospice for Utah and Will, her cargiver, for all their loving care and spiritual support for both our mother and our family. Funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday Nov. 11, 2004 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church 500 East 2100 South; where friends may call Wed. 6-7 p.m. and Holy Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Directors Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Matsuura, Doris Satsuko Suyehiro Doris Satsuko Suyehiro Matsuura 1918 ~ 2004 Passed away on November 1, 2004, peacefully at home. Born July 21, 1918, to Otozo Suyehiro and Fusa Kyozuka, in Chico, CA; interned from 1942-1945, in Topaz, UT. Married on June 30, 1946, to Carol Matsuura in Salt Lake City. Loved to cook; founded and administered the JAAL insurance group; retired from the U of U Hospital billing office; a member of the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple and BWA. Survived by children: Gary (Judie), Gregory (Sharon), Carol Ann, and Kenneth (Renee); ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; special niece Julie Nishihara, brother Jim Suyehiro, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, sisters, brother, and two grandsons. The family thanks the Vista Care staff and volunteers for their loving care and Dr. Roy Gandolfi. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., at Mountainview Memorial Mortuary, 3115 E. 7800 S. Friends may visit one hour before service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Primary Children's Hospital. Published in the Deseret News from 11/7/2004 - 11/9/2004. Meadows, Mark Leon Mark Leon Meadows 1959 ~ 2004 Mark Leon Meadows, our beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend left this world November 7, 2004 at his home in West Jordan. Mark was born March 14, 1959 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Leonard Ronald and Merle Reid Meadows. He married Cynthia Bernice Johnson on September 7, 1979; together they raised three beautiful children. Mark was an extremely hard worker and was employed by Harmon's Grocery Store working in many successful positions for over thirty years. Mark had a great passion for gardening and collecting antiques. He also enjoyed NASCAR, fishing and golfing, but most of all he loved helping others. Mark will be greatly missed and will forever leave a void in the hearts of his family and friends. Mark is survived by his wife; son, William Cody; daughters, Mysti Rae and Myndi May; his mother; brothers, Jay (Maryanne) Meadows, VA and Daren (Terry) Meadows, Herriman, UT; sisters, Lynn (Mike) Mangum, Richmond, UT and Karen (Curtis) Christensen, Bear River, UT; mother-in-law, Connie Johnson; many brothers and sisters-in-law; 33 nieces and nephews, and many close friends and extended family. He is preceded in death by his father, and his father-in-law, William Johnson. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004 at 12:00 noon at the Harvest Park Ward, 3671 South 4180 West. The family will receive friends at a visitation Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the Ward. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Packer, William Max Bill William Max Bill Packer 1917 ~ 2004 William Max Packer, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, November 6, 2004. He was born June 14, 1917 in Wheelon, Utah to Virgil O. and Opha Mantlo Packer. He married his life long companion and sweetheart, Viola Geertsen Packer September 27, 1939 in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived most of their married life in Ogden and Kaysville, Utah. Bill was active in the LDS church and filled many positions including Branch President, High Priest group and Ward Mission leader, young mens and Sunday School president, and scout master. He and Vie served several microfilm service missions for the LDS Church including one to Nova Scotia. He served his country in the Army Air Corps and worked most of his life for the Federal Government. Bill loved fishing, traveling, genealogy, and trains of any kind. Most of all he loved his family. Bill is survived by his wife, Vie; sons Scott (Marilyn) and Tom (Lynn); daughters Kathleen (Michael) Blood, Annette (Bruce) Bitner, and Noelene (Kent) Cammack; 27 grandchildren, and 21 great-grandchildren; a brother, VerNon (Carol); two sisters, Glenna (Steve) Hales and Maureen (Joel) Nelson. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, three sisters, and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 12, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the LDS 13th/17th Ward chapel, 875 E. 200 No., Kaysville, Utah. Friends and family may call Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Parks, Ermalinda Romero Ermalinda Romero Parks 02/18/44 ~ 11/05/04 "And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance." Kahlil Gibran Linda passed away at her home on November 5, 2004. Born February 18, 1944 to Luis J. Romero and Mary Martinez in Ogden, Utah. Linda is survived by her former husband Carl A. Parks; children Lisa McCune, Christine Parks, James C. Parks; 10 grandchildren, one adopted granddaughter and two great-grand-sons. Linda was kind and giving to anyone who needed help, she took in many who did not have anywhere to go. She will be remembered by a great number of people. Preceded in death by parents; brother Philip and son Randy P. Parks. A viewing will be held November 10, 2004 from 6-8 p.m. at Colonial Mortuary, 2128 South State Street, Salt Lake City. There will also be a gathering for family and friends at St. Therese of the Child Jesus Recreation Hall behind the Church at 7832 South Allen, Midvale Utah on Thursday, November 11 from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association of Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Porter, Delores Cantonwine Delores Cantonwine Porter "Dee" Dee Porter, 81, died Nov. 8, 2004. She was born July 7, 1923 to Alfred Shirley Cantonwine and Nellie Mae Bills in Salt Lake City, UT. She married Darrell Porter in 1942, later divorced. She was retired from ZCMI. Dee enjoyed her volunteer work at the Friendly Neighborhood Senior Center where she escorted many Wendover trips. She was recognized as a Vital Volunteer in May 1996. She is survived by one son, Norman (June) Porter; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Merrill (Darlene) Cantonwine and Gail (Corky) Cantonwine. Preceded in death by parents, brothers and sister Robert, Donald and Ruth. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 11th, 11 a.m., Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 So., Sandy. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Robertson, Ellen Ellen Robertson Will Be Missed Dear, sweet, wonderful Ellen Robertson passed away in the loving arms of her entire family at the home of her daughter on Saturday, November 6, 2004. During the past several months Ellen fought a courageous battle with cancer and at every challenge she maintained her dedication, loyalty and love for Jehovah God. She is survived by her husband, Malcolm who absolutely adored and loved her, two children who she raised with such great pride, Scott (Heidi) Robertson, Scranton, PA and Christine (Bill) Mundy, Holladay, UT, her wonderful granddaughter, Madelyn Rose Mundy who she taught to smile and laugh, her father and mother, Bill and Dorothy Jackson, older brother, Bob (Alice) Jackson, Fontana, CA and younger sister, Sally (Dave) Hale, Grand Terrace, CA. Ellen not only possessed an outward physical beauty but also an inward spiritual beauty that was quickly recognized by everyone she met who knew she would be a special friend forever. The family would like to thank Ellen's spiritual brothers and sisters from the congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in their prayers, love, cards and support during her illness. Special thanks to her best friend Jill Winkel for her unending love and kindness, friend, Geri Wilburger for the constant array of beautiful flowers and the nursing staff at St. Marks Hospital (4-west) for their professional care and friendship. May Jehovah God keep Ellen in peaceful sleep until her soon to come promised resurrection to a paradise earth. We will always love you my darling. On Wednesday evening, November 10, 2004, a gathering for friends will be held at the Larkin Sunset Garden Cemetery from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. where friends may meet with the family. On Thursday morning, November 11, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. a memorial service to honor Ellen's life will be conducted at the Midvale Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 9936 South 300 East, Sandy followed by a graveside service at Larkin Sunset Garden Cemetery, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Sweeney, Billie Lawley Billie Lawley Sweeney Will Be Missed Billie L. Sweeney passed away Oct. 19, 2004 following a brief illness. She was born in Salt Lake City, October 4, 1927 to Dora Pettey and Lorenzo Lawley. She is survived by her husband Herbert Sweeney, Payette, ID; sons Chad Gooch and Vanch Gooch, stepchildren Herbert Sweeney Jr., Alan Sweeney, Eilene Sweeney and Karen Lockwood; sisters Kathleen Gunderson, Norma Roylance and Renee Patrick; grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Marjorie Hall. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Tuttle, Marcia Wilson Marcia Wilson Tuttle 1946 ~ 2004 Our loving mother, wife, grandma, teacher, author and friend passed away Sunday, November 7th, following a sudden illness. Marcia was born Dec. 19, 1946 to Henry and Ruby Wilson. She graduated from Cyprus High School in 1965. She married Daniel Tuttle, her high school sweetheart and best friend, March 18, 1966 in the Salt Lake Temple. While raising her children she returned to the U of U and earned her BS in Elementary Ed. She is the mother of four loving children and the grandmother to thirteen grandchildren that love her very much. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and was currently serving as second counselor in the Lake Ridge 2nd Ward Relief Society Presidency. Marcia taught school in Magna for the last 18 years at Pleasant Green Elementary and Magna Elementary. She loved every one of her students and had many dear friends at both schools that meant so much to her. She published a book in 2002, held family dinners every Sunday, and felt her greatest accomplishment was her family. "She had a soft heart and a big smile." Marcia is survived by her adoring husband, Dan; children Mike (Brenda) Tuttle, Drew (Tiffany) Tuttle, Mardee (Spencer) Allen, and Wendy (Craig) Bliss; twelve grandchildren; father, Henry Wilson; brothers, Curtis Wilson and Lane Wilson; sister Tonnie (Mike) Paulos. She is preceded in death by her mother, Ruby; brothers, Steven and Michael; sister, Janis; and a grandson, Jonathon. We would like to thank the caring staff at Pioneer Valley Hospital as well as Dr. Michael Adjei-Poku and Dr. Matthew Johnson. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004 at 1200 Noon at the Magna East Stake Center, 2875 South 8000 West, where friends and family may pay their respects at a viewing either Wednesday, Nov. 10th, from 6-8 p.m. or Thursday 11-11:45 a.m. Interment: Pleasant Green Cemetery in Magna. Funeral Directors: Peel Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004. Whitney, O. S. (Spence) O.S. (Spence) Whitney 1930 ~ 2004 Spence Whitney passed away on November 5, 2004 after a short, dignified battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.Born Oct. 2, 1930 to Murray and Dorothy Whitney. Graduated from the U of U; Served in the US Marine Corps; Past Worthy President of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Granger Aerie #3285. Spence was a quiet man, always comfortable in his own skin and most enjoyed life when he was outdoors. He loved gardening, golfing, and fishing, but camping with his family and friends was his favorite thing to do. We will always remember "Boppa" tossing a branch on the fire or playing with his grandkids. Survived by Sheila, his wife of 45 years, children Heidi Crane (Jim), David Whitney (Marci) and Hilary Wahlen (Curtis); brother John, sister Dorothy; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Preceded in death by his parents and brother, Mick. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 261 S 900 E, on Thursday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Guide Dogs for the Blind, care of F.O.E. #3285, P.O. Box 70188, WVC, UT 84170-0188. Funeral Directors, Evans and Early Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 11/9/2004.