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Alsop, Clifton R.
Clifton R. Alsop " Clif"  "Clee"  MURRAY UTAH. An unusual creative man slipped
away from us last Sunday. No one thought that such a strong person would
gradually wear down after ninety-one years. Clif was born in 1913 to Henry Ray
Alsop and Ethel Lavinnia Thayne  Alsop. He attended Murray schools until they
closed due to the depression and thereafter rode his bicycle to Jordan High
and graduated with wife to be, Rachel Grant. Rachel and Clif were married in
June of 1933 in the Salt Lake Temple shortly after high school graduation.
Musically gifted, Clif played violin in several orchestras including the Utah
Symphony. He founded Cook-Alsop Lumber Co. and became a master violin maker.
He is survived by his wife and his two daughters Shirlene A. (Cliff)  Cutler
and Lesa (Marvin) Hertel; five grandchildren, Steven Cutler, John Cutler, and
Camila Cutler (Dale)  Romney, and Brett Stevens and Tad Stevens and seven
great-grand-children. Four brothers are surviving, Dean (Glenna), Wayne
(Melba),  Eldon, and LaMar (Ruth). A brother Austin and two sisters Donna and
Thora predeceased him. A viewing will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens
Mortuary, 1905 East 106th South in Sandy, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wed
the 1st of Dec. on Thursday the 2nd of December at South Cottonwood Tenth
Ward, 1250 East 4800 South, another viewing will be held at 12:00 noon with
funeral services at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be the Murray City Cemetery. "God
be with you until we meet again."  
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Barker, Zola E. Cooper
Zola E. Cooper Barker 1925 ~ 2004  After spending a wonderful Thanksgiving
with her entire family, our most precious wife, mother, grandmother, sister,
and friend passed away suddenly at home November 27, 2004. Zola was born in
Meadow, Utah November 1, 1925 to Sherman Cooper and Grace Bushnell. She spent
her childhood in Millard County and graduated from Delta High School. She
attended BYU where she met her husband, Joseph V. Barker. They were married
September 2, 1949 in the Salt Lake Temple. She was an active member of the LDS
Church and served in many positions including Young Women's president and
Relief Society president. She was employed with the federal government for 25
years and retired from the Internal Revenue Service in 1985. She gave her all
to any calling or job she accepted. She is survived by her husband, Joe; their
two daughters, Anne (Mark) Whitlock and Teri Lynne (Jerry) Moore; four
grandchildren, Kara, Jake, Mitchell, and Elizabeth; two great-grandchildren,
Kaylee and Kameron; her brothers, Grant Cooper, Jay Cooper; and her sister,
Kathryn Hunt. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Elizabeth. Her
daughters would like to express a special thanks to her brother, Jay Cooper,
for all his compassionate service and constant care of our mother for the last
few years as well as the loving care of Jacinta and all the Haven Home Health
Staff. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, December 1, 2004, 12 noon at
the Foothill 1st Ward, 1930 So. 2100 E., SLC. The family will receive friends
at a viewing Tuesday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East
South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah and one hour prior to services Wednesday at
the Ward. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online guest book and
condolences at larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 11/29/2004 - 11/30/2004.


Birth, Eva-Marie Gertrud Sellner
Eva-Marie Gertrud Sellner Birth "Bear Lake Oma"  Eva-Marie Sellner Birth
beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister returned home to her Heavenly
Father on November 26, 2004 after a tragic auto accident.  She was born on
October 5, 1935 in Werdau, Saxony, Germany to Erich and Gertrud Sellner. She
married Werner Wolfram Birth, Oct 25, 1957 in Germany. Later solemnized in the
Salt Lake Temple. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. She served in various callings, including a mission in
Germany 1955-1957, Primary president and currently an extraction worker. She
sang in the German Harmony Choir. She played the piano and organ. Her
grandchildren will remember her most at Bear Lake giving them rides in her
golf cart. She loved to garden and cook for others. She was a talented
nurturer. She worked at the Hillside Villa for 17 years.  She is survived by
her husband, her daughter Miriam, her sons, Ruben (Tamra), Jared (Karen),
Wilford (Teresa), David (Jill), Michael (Heidi) and Orson. 16 grandchildren,
two great-grandchildren, sister Regina Schreiber of Salt Lake; and brother
Detlef Sellner (Margitta) in Germany. Funeral services will be held on
Thursday, December 2, 2004 at 10 a.m. at the Crystal Heights 1st Ward, 1970 E.
Stratford Ave. (2608 So.) Family and friends may visit Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004
from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple. A viewing will be held
one hour prior to the services. Interment will follow at Garden City, Utah
Cemetery.  
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Christensen, Addison Jane "Addie"
Addison Jane "Addie" Christensen Will be missed  Addison Jane "Addie"
Christensen, infant daughter of Mike and Julie Christensen died Friday,
November 26, 2004 of complications at birth.  She is survived by her parents
of West Jordan, UT; brothers, Brennan and Mitchell Christensen; grandparents
Boyd and Maxine Jacobsen, Lindon, UT; grandmother Euvonna Christensen, Mt.
Pleasant, UT; great-grandparents Max and Betty De St. Jeor, Orem, UT and Leo
C. Larsen, Orem, UT; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Addie was
preceded in death by her grandfather E. Vernal Christensen. Funeral services
will be held Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Prairie Stake
Center, 5320 West 7000 South, West Jordan, Utah. Friends may call one hour
prior to the service. Interment will be in the Lindon City Cemetery, 550 North
200 East, Lindon, under the direction of Berg Mortuary of Provo. Condolences
may be sent to www.bergmortuary.com We love you baby Addie!
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Deardorff, May Hutchinson (Pace)
MayHutchinson (Pace) Deardorff 1908 ~ 2004  The angels took our beloved
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister Thanksgiving, November 25,
2004, at the age of 96. Born in Ephraim, Utah, to John W. and Anna Mickelson
Hutchinson who moved to Salt Lake to raise their family. May was married in
the Salt Lake Temple to Floyd E. Deardorff, May 6, 1927. In 1932 her husband
Floyd was killed in a tragic accident.  In 1941, she married Hugh H. Pace,
members of Fort Douglas Club (Divorced). Hugh passed away on August 2, 1961.
May is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie May Thomas and Jane D. Smith;
three grandsons: Michael H. (son J.C.), Floyd R. and Mark L. (Teri);
great-granddaughters Lexi, Katie and Whitney), and a brother William L.
Hutchinson. Preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Velora and Lucille;
brothers Marvel, Grant and Irving. Funeral services will be held Wed.,
December 1, 2004, at 12:00-1:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S.
Highland Dr. Friends and relatives may call from 10:45-11:45 a.m., graveside
services (held inside), dedication of grave 1:30 p.m.,  Wasatch Lawn Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the caregivers at the
Woodland Care Center, and to Legacy Health Care Hospice; with special
affection and love for Toni   who went that extra mile of caring. To Carolina,
her care and support will always be remembered.  
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Edwards, MaryVoyn Griffeth
MaryVoyn Griffeth Edwards "Granny"  Our loving mother, grandmother, and
sister, MaryVoyn Griffeth Edwards, passed away Nov. 27, 2004. Born January 7,
1928 in Fairview, Idaho, daughter of Patison Delos and Cloie Mendenhall
Perkins Griffeth. Married Jack Grant Edwards on June 28, 1949 in the Manti,
Utah Temple. Graduated from Grooms Marinello College in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in
Relief Society, Primary, and Young Adults. Along with her husband, Jack,
served as ordinance workers in the Jordan River Temple for several years. She
was an excellent seamstress, cook, and was extremely organized. She loved
vacations, "weenie roasts" and spending time with her family. Her favorites
were homemade lemon banana sherbet and lemon chiffon cake. She delighted in
giving surprise gifts and long daily phone calls. A woman of high integrity,
"Granny" was a devoted mother, friend, and family matriarch and is loved very
much. Survived by son, Bruce Jack (Joyce) Edwards; daughter, Eileen (Evan)
Loveless; six grandchildren, Elysha (Brian) Oakeson, Rochelle (Tyler) Barton,
Eric (Aimee) Loveless, Nicholas Edwards, Christel Edwards and Ethan (Natasha)
Loveless; four great-grand-children, Weston and Ryen Oakeson, Mackenzie and
McKaitli Loveless; sisters, Yula (Walter) Osgood, Vora Thompson; and brother
Kwen Griffeth. Preceded in death by husband, Jack; son, Leslie Vance; and
sisters, Lale, Louva, and Preale. Funeral services will be held 12:00 noon on
Friday, Dec. 3rd, 2004 at the Taylors Grove Ward, 1400 W. 4800 S. MaryVoyn
requested there be no viewing; however, friends may visit the family Friday at
the church, 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Valley View
Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Erickson, LaVerne Sigfred
LaVerne Sigfred Erickson 1928 ~ 2004  LaVerne Sigfred Erickson died Nov 15,
2004 due to complications from a head injury sustained two weeks earlier while
in residence at a nursing home. For the last four months he had needed the
services of the nursing home as a result of battles with both
organically-caused dementia and cancer. He was born in Troy, Idaho in 1928 to
Gustave and Vema Erickson. He attended the University of Idaho and then
medical school at Washington University in St. Louis, where he received his
training as a neurosurgeon. He met his wife while in St. Louis and after being
married they moved to Salt Lake City in 1962. He worked in private practice
until 1981, when he moved to Chicago for over a year to work at Loyola
University and Hines VA Hospital and to pursue research in NMR and MRI as they
pertained to spinal cord injury. He then returned to Salt Lake and began
working at the University of Utah Hospital and the VA Hospital until his
retirement in 1999. Besides his work treating and helping people, his other
great joy in life was the Grand Canyon. He spent many days hiking there and
taking many pictures. He organized at least two large expeditions, one on the
Colorado River and one to Havasupai Village, as well as many smaller ones.
Although he never published the photography book on the Grand Canyon that he
had dreamed of completing, it wasn't for a lack of trying, as the boxes of
photographs and negatives attest.  He is survived by his son, sister, brother,
stepmother, and many cousins, friends and colleagues. Preceded in death by his
wife, mother and  father.  A memorial service will be held Saturday December 4
at 3 :00 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1760 Fremont Drive. The
family would like to thank Drs. Rothstein, Caine and Stephenson, Home Option
Senior Care, Inspiration Hospice and Garden Terrace for all they did during
this last year. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to
the Alzheimer's Association, the American Cancer Society, or the Youth
Movement Fund c/o the First Church of the Nazarene. Funeral Directors: Evans &
Early Mortuary a Dignity Memorial Provider.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Gallivan III, John W.
J .W. Gallivan, III  1980 ~ 2004  John W Gallivan, III, died November 26,
2004.  "J.W." was born in Salt Lake, May 11, 1980. He spent his grade school
years in Avon, CT and Columbus Ohio, returning to Utah in 1995. Most recently
he has been building a concert booking business. J.W. is survived by his
grandfather, John W. Gallivan, parents, Stephanie and Jack Gallivan, Jr.,
sisters, Amy (Dru) Damico, Salt Lake City and Katherine, San Francisco. He was
the devoted uncle of Daniel Romeo Damico, 8 months old. J.W. was a gentle and
loveable person who leaves behind a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and dear
friends who will miss him very much. A vigil service will be held at the
Cathedral of the Madeleine, 331 East South Temple, Tuesday, November 30th at
8:00 p.m. Friends may visit from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be
celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at The Cathedral of the Madeleine Wednesday, December
1st. Committal follows immediately at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Enter at U
Street above 5th Avenue. Funeral directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/28/2004 - 11/30/2004.

Hall, Geneva C.
Geneva C. Hall1916 ~2004  Geneva C. Hall, age 88, passed peacefully from this
life at her home, Sunday, November 28th, 2004. She was born April 8th, 1916,
Syracuse, Utah to Raydolph Cook and Martha Ann Day. She grew up working hard
on the family farm and learned to sacrifice at an early age. She married
Melvin M. Hall on July 23rd, 1937. She continued to live a life of service and
devotion to her family, caring for her severely handicapped daughter, Terrell,
whom she cared for in her home for 44 years. She was a gifted cook,
seamstress, enjoyed doing projects around the house, gave haircuts, and was
good at sports. She had a sense of humor and was often asked to emcee special
events. She was a long-term volunteer at the Salt Lake Handicapped Center. She
is survived by her son, Dennis (Georgia) Hall of Rolla, MO; daughter, Marva
(Alan) Seegmiller, two sisters, nieces and nephews, four granddaughters, two
great-grandsons, and four great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by
her husband of 60 years, Melvin M. Hall and her daughter, Terrell Ann Hall.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 2nd at 12:00 noon at the
Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple in Salt Lake City, Utah. Interment will
be at the family plot in Syracuse, Utah immediately following. Friends may
call Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m., and Thursday morning from 11:00-11:45
a.m. at the Larkin Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Homer, Inez Jocosia Whitehead
Inez Jocosia Whitehead Homer 1907 ~ 2004  Inez Jocosia Whitehead Homer passed
away at the home of her daughter Donna Mills, Nov. 27, 2004.  Born Feb. 12,
1907 in Bench, Idaho. She was the second of eight children of John William
Whitehead and Edith Mariah Hubbard Whitehead. She graduated from Downey, Idaho
High School. She married Edmund Homer in the Logan Temple January 25, 1928.
She and Edmund spent many years in Montana where their five children were
born. In 1944 the family moved to Salt Lake City where they owned and operated
neighborhood grocery stores at 8th South and 6th East, 3rd East and Bryan
Ave., and 6th East and Emerson Ave. She retired from Woolworth Store after 17
years of service. She is survived by four of her five children: Eldon
(LuJean); Donna (Robert) Mills; Lee (Gwen) Homer; Coreen (William) Jensen;
sister Afton Gibbs, and brothers Lowell, Wallace (Alice) and Junior (Ann)
Whitehead; 22 grandchildren, 90 great-grand-child-ren and 11
great-great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by husband Edmund,
daughter Betty Jo, and grandson David Jensen. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, December 2nd at 11:00 a.m. in the McKay Ward, 1623 South 500 East.
Viewings will be Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260
East South Temple, and at the McKay Chapel from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Thursday
prior to services. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery, 1950 East
10600 South, Sandy, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Jones, Leslie Canfield
Leslie Canfield Jones 1917 ~ 2004  Leslie Canfield Jones died Nov. 26, 2004,
at his home in Pahrump, NV of cancer. He was born Sept. 2, 1917, in St.
George, Utah, to William  Henry and Edna Canfield Jones. He spent his life in
Utah, California and Oregon before moving to Pahrump in 2002. He served in the
U.S. Army dur-ing World War II. He was  employed with the Bureau of
Reclamation for more than 30 years. He was a lifelong member of the LDS Church
where he held many positions in various wards. He loved life and was happiest
helping family and friends.He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Norma
Madsen Kump Jones; children and stepchildren, Nelda (Marc) Griffin of South
Dakota, Walt (Leona) Jones and Beryl (Trish) Jones of California, Kathy (Dean)
Barnes, Robert L. (Chris) Kump, Valorie (Ronald) Cook, Susan (Joe) Szugye, all
of Utah, and Shanna Reynolds of Nevada; 20 grandchildren; 14 1/2
great-grandchildren; and four great great-grandchildren. Les is also survived
by sisters, Amanda Fawsett, Ruth (Dee) Lang and Fern (Jerry) Goddard;
brothers, William D. (Virginia) Jones and John (Amy) Jones. Viewing will be
Tuesday, Nov 30, 2004, 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday between 10-11a.m. at Wasatch
Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Dedication to follow. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in
Les's name to Nathan Adelson Hospice, 3391 North Buffalo Drive, Las Vegas, NV
89129 or charity of your choice.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/29/2004 - 11/30/2004.

Kofoed, Thomas Hans
KOFOED - A Funeral Mass for Thomas Hans Kofoed will be celebrated Thursday,
the 2nd of Dec at 11:00 a.m. at The Cathedral Of The Madeleine 309 East South
Temple. Committal Mount Olivet Cemetery 1342 East 500 South. In Lieu of
flowers, a donation to The Good Samaritan Program is requested.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Lawhon Sr., Lloyd Woods
Lloyd Woods Lawhon, Sr. 1933 ~ 2004  Lloyd passed away on November 29, 2004
from causes related to age. He was born the youngest of six to Marvin and
Roberta Lawhon, Darlington, SC on January 21, 1933.  Survived by son, Lloyd
Jr-Woody Lawhon (Paula) Anchorage, AK; daughters, Dee Gainer (Red) South
Jordan, UT; Danell Parsons (Jay) West Valley City, UT; Melissa McMillan
(Scott) Overton, NV; stepdaughter, Marla Marshall (Jim) Sacramento, CA; 12
grandchildren, 11 great-grand-children; sisters, Edna Rae Covington, Willie
Rie Easterling and brother, Allen Lawhon all of South Carolina. Having been
raised in a small farm community, Lloyd was no stranger to hard work. His
career included farming, machinist, meatpacker and truck driver. He and his
first wife Jackie Crowley Lawhon Curt (Ray), Caldwell, ID moved their family
to Utah in 1958 where he dedicated the next 17 years raising his young family.
In 1975 Lloyd relocated to Sacramento, CA and re-married to Nola Da'Re who
preceded him in death in 1999. His favorite things included fishing, camping,
motorcycle riding and telling tall tales only he could get away with. His sly
little smile and quick wit will be missed and always remembered and cherished
by those who knew and loved him. GOODBYE DAD-REST WELL A special thanks to the
staff at Elderly Manor, Legacy House of Taylorsville and Haven Hospice for
their friendship, support and service. A viewing will be held at the Valley
View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday,
December 2, 2004. Per his request he shall be cremated.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Miya, Fred
Fred Miya, MD, PhD 1928 ~ 2004  Fred Miya died November 25, 2004, subsequent
to a serious illness.  He shared 51 years with Aileen "Bunny" Akuna and
produced three exceptional progeny; Annette (Lambert) Kapaku, Stephanie and
Frederick.He was a likeable man with a sharp wit and deep sense of everything
practical. Go in peace with Kalena. Here today, gone to Maui for his memorial
service and the retirement he so richly deserves.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/29/2004 - 11/30/2004.

Moon, Bruce Hess
Bruce Hess Moon 1943 ~ 2004  KAYSVILLE - Bruce Hess Moon, the gentle giant,
61, passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2004 at home. He was born April 6, 1943 in
Tremonton, Utah the son of Evan Westwood and Sarah Ann Hess Moon. He married
Kathleen Stayner and was later divorced. He married Teri Moon, and they were
later sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple, March 3, 1997. Bruce loved hunting,
fishing, horseback riding, camping, and being outdoors. He worked outdoors all
his life as a carpenter. He loved to build things. Bruce served in the U.S.
Navy from 1962 to 1965. He served on the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Bon Hom
Richard in the South China Sea during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his
wife Teri and three children, Cindi (Curt) Smith Kaysville: Frankie (Amber)
Hansen, Tooele; and Princess Elizabeth Michelle, Kaysville; three
grandchildren, Ashli, Zack and Sarah, Kaysville; one sister Karla (Chad)
Smith, Farmington; two brothers, Richard (Terry) Moon, Twin Falls, ID; Verl
(Laura) Moon, Layton; one uncle Norris (Edna) Hess, Plymouth; and Aunt Beth
Willey, Bountiful. Preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be
held Thursday, December 2, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kaysville Utah Stake
Center, 270 West Burton Lane. Friends may call Wednesday, Dec. 1. from 6-8
p.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main, and from 9:45-10:45
a.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment, Farmington City Cemetery.
e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Pickering, Linn O.
Linn O. Pickering 3/4/27 ~ 11/27/04  Linn Oscar Pickering, our husband, father
and grandfather passed away at the VA Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He
enjoyed fishing, electronics, woodworking, and spending time with family and
friends. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; children, Linda (Terry), Janet
(Doug), Tom (Carol) LaRaine (David), Noreen (Doug), Dennis, Evan (Elona),
Kelly (Steve), Curtis, Clyde; stepchildren, Paul, Tom, Kenneth (Caroline),
Kay, Karen (Blake), Christine, Tammy (Arnie), and 54 grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by wife, Francis; wife, Wilda, and daughter, Elone. Funeral
services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 1st, 11:00 a.m. at Redwood Memorial
Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Rd. A viewing will be held Tues. evening from 6-8
p.m. at the mortuary and one hour prior to services.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Poulsen,  Kenneth Martin
Kenneth Martin Poulsen 1926 ~ 2004  Kenneth Martin Poulsen, born Feb. 15, 1926
to Joseph Richard and Emma Elizabeth Pehrson Poulsen in Union, Utah. He died
Nov. 27, 2004 in Murray, Utah.He attended Union Elementary, Union Jr. High,
and Jordan High School. Graduated from Salt Lake Area Vocational School
(S.L.C.C.) with a two-year diploma in auto mechanics. He served in the Navy in
World War II aboard the battleship USS New Jersey. Kenneth married Violet "Vi"
June Nielson on June 5, 1950 in Salt Lake City, later solemnized in the Salt
Lake Temple. He was a faithful member of the LDS church serving in many
different positions. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier
retiring after 20 years of service. He drove school bus for Murray School
District for 15 years and retired from there. Survived by his wife, Vi;
daughters, Chris (Burke), and Beth; son, Kirk (Bonnie); six grandchildren;
four great-grandchildren; brothers, John (Violet) and Delbert (Aileen);
brother-in-law, Donald (Lila). Preceded in death by brothers and sisters and
their spouses, Ray (Marian), Don (Margaret), Joy, Lena (Ed), Myrle (Fay). The
family wishes to thank Cottonwood Hospital Special Care Unit. Funeral services
will be held Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the Murray 23rd Ward, 755
E. Three Fountains Dr. (4900 So.) Friends may call Wednesday from 6:00-8:00
p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. and from 12:00-12:45 p.m.
prior to services at the church on Thursday. Interment West Jordan City
Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Rowberry, Reid
Reid Rowberry 1922 ~2004  Our beloved husband, father and grandfather passed
away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 28, 2004.Reid was
born to Mary Hoskins Rowberry and Hyrum Hall Rowberry on April 15, 1922. He
married Priscilla Clifton on October 3, 1942. He was a member of the L.D.S.
Church. Reid served in the U.S. Navy-construction battalion during World War
II. He was employed for a total of 42 years in the Ore Haulage Department of
Kennecott Copper, as a locomotive engineer, retiring in 1984. Survivors
include his loving wife, Priscilla; his children, Pamela (Charles) Skogg, Jill
Cahill and Jeffery (Dawn) Rowberry; seven grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Leland, Ray,
Leslie, Darrell and Helen Chelius. Our family would like to thank Harmony
Hospice, and special thanks to Juan, Rose and Deb. Private Services for family
and close friends will be held Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004 at 12:00 noon at Valley
View Funeral Home, 4335 W. 4100 S., West Valley City, Utah. Interment: Valley
View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

San Miguel, Kari Lynn
Kari Lynn San Miguel 1984 ~ 2004  Kari Lynn SanMiguel, 20, our beloved mom,
daughter, and sister, died November 26, 2004. She was born January 7, 1984 in
Salt Lake City, Utah to Johnny and Kay Arlene DeTevis San Miguel. Kari was a
member of the Catholic Church and enjoyed outdoor activities including camping
and fishing; she also enjoyed going on picnics in American Fork Canyon. Kari
cherished her two sons. Survivors: sons, Jose Miguel Topete and Jorge Enrique
Topete, both West Jordan; boyfriend, Jose Luis Topete; mother, Kay Arlene San
Miguel, West Valley City; father, Johnny San Miguel, Salt Lake City; sisters,
Lori Chavez, West Valley City, Brenda Chavez (Robert), St. George; brother,
Richard Chavez (Michelle), St. George. Funeral services will be held
Wed-nesday, December 1, 2004, 11 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State.
Holy Rosary will be recited Tuesday at the mortuary 7:30 p.m. where friends
may call for a viewing from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Interment, Sandy City
Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/29/2004 - 11/30/2004.

Smithson, Robert Suby "Bob"
Robert "Bob" Suby Smithson "Grandpa to the end"  Robert Suby Smithson, age 58,
passed away on November 28, 2004 in Salt Lake City, UT due to complications
from a pulmonary embolism. He was born Sept. 5, 1946 in Powell, WY to Robert
Ely Smithson and Mary Edith Smith. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints to Australia. He married Karen Johnstun on August
20, 1970 in the Salt Lake Temple. Graduated from Brigham Young University. Bob
and Karen raised their family in Portland, OR for 30 years. Bob loved the
outdoors, photography, being with his family and serving in his church
callings. He was a wonderful dad and grandpa to the very end. Preceded in
death by his parents. Survived by his wife Karen; his children Jenifer (Tom)
Larsen, Todd (Breanna), Jared (Amber), Scott (Kate), Andy (Camille), Jeremy;
11 grandchildren; and his sisters Roberta Smithson Black and Marina Sanchez.
The funeral will be held on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Taylorsville 43rd Ward Chapel at 3020 W. 4700 S. A viewing will be held
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004 at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., from
7-9 p.m. and from 10:00-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services on
Thursday. Interment at East Lawn Cemetery, 4800 N. 650 E., Provo, UT. We would
like to thank all the doctors who treated our Dad and husband at LDS hospital
and Pioneer Valley Hospital.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Sudoko, Taro
Taro Sudoko 1922 ~ 2004  Taro Sudoko, loving husband, father, and grandfather,
passed away on November 29, 2004, in Salt Lake City, Utah.  He was born on
February 9, 1922, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and was raised in Stockton,
California. He and his wife Nobue (Nancy) were married June 13, 1948, and
resided in Salt Lake City. Taro cherished his many friendships which he easily
made with his gracious manners and outgoing disposition. An avid gardener and
fisherman, he loved the outdoors. He worked for more than 30 years at
Poehlmann Hatchery until he sold his interest in the company. He then worked
for O.C. Tanner Company managing their grounds and nurseries until he retired
in 1993 at the age of 71. Taro is survived by his wife, Nobue (Nancy); their
three children, Kathleen Logan, Carol (Dave) Houston, and Neil Sudoko; four
grandchildren, Darren Logan, Erik Logan, Chelcey Houston and Alex Houston.
Also survived by one brother, Jun (May) Sudoko. Preceded in death by his
parents, three sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be held Friday,
December 3rd, 11:00 a.m., at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Rd. A
viewing will be held Thursday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. and one hour prior to
funeral services. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in
Taro's name to Mt. Olympus JACL, c/o National JACL Credit Union, 242 S. 400
E., SLC, UT 84110.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Umphenour, Susan Adair Brooks
Susan Adair Brooks Umphenour 1958 ~ 2004  Died Nov 27, 2004 from pneumonia. 
Born August 16, 1958 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Lloyd D. and Adrian Adair
Stock Brooks and was raised in the Salt Lake City Avenues. She graduated from
East High School and resided in Gig Harbor, Washington, Grantsville and Magna,
Utah. Survived by her parents; brothers, Timothy Brooks (Julie), James Brooks
(Krissy); sister, Robin Johnson (David); daughters, Jennie Moss-Rodgers
(Aaron), LeeAnna Moss-Skiby (Peter), son, Anthony DeMarco (Stephanie);
grandchildren, Alexander Rodgers, Ryann Moss-Rodgers, Keytra Schmidt, Angel
Skiby, Mason Skiby, Kaylee DeMarco, Brooklynn DeMarco, Companion, Lester
Keefer, daughters and extended family, dear friend, Joseph DeMarco (Carla). In
this life Susan embodied love, willingness to serve others, kindness and
generosity always to those around her. The Lord sent her to us with open arms
and now welcomes her back with open arms. "I love you, God bless you" were
always on her lips. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec 1, 2004 at 6
p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, where family and friends may
call two hours prior to the service
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Wilson, Mike
Mike Wilson 12/28/44 ~ 11/30/02  We survived through the Good, the Bad and the
Ugly, but this is Incredible. God has truly Blessed us with our Families and
Friends. Thank for our Memories. We love you.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.

Zeeman, Deven
Deven Zeeman 8/5/83 ~ 11/27/04  DELTA - Deven Roger Zeeman, age 21, joined his
great-grandparents in heaven Nov. 27, 2004 in Provo, Utah.  This angel was
sent to Roger Lee and Sheri K. Butler Zeeman on August 5, 1983 in Payson.
Deven was raised in Delta and graduated from Delta High School in 2002. He was
a great example to his brothers and sister. He was a perfectionist in all he
did, excelling in soccer, golf, skate boarding and carpentry. He had a very
giving heart and touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with.
Deven is survived by his parents, Delta; brothers, Zachary and Derek; sister,
LaCrecia, all Delta; grandparents, Charles and Beth Zeeman, Washington; Fred
D. and Ida K. Butler, Chester. Funeral services will be held at the Delta 4th
Ward on Thursday Dec. 2, 2004 at 2 p.m. Friends may call at the Nickle
Mortuary Wednesday 6:30 - 8 p.m. and at Church Thursday, 12 - 1:45 p.m. Burial
in Delta Cemetery.  
Published in the Deseret News on 11/30/2004.