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Anderson, Lindsey N.
Lindsey N.Anderson 1952 ~ 2004  Our special son, Lindsey N. Anderson, shortly
after celebrating his 52nd birthday, slipped his earthly bonds peacefully on
September 30, 2004. Born September 8, 1952 to Nyal W. and Donna B. Anderson in
Salt Lake City, UT. Three weeks earlier Lindsey celebrated his birthday at his
favorite restaurant with his immediate family, together after many years.
Lindsey loved to stretch his birthdays out sharing it with his many friends.
He never met anyone who wasn't his friend, touching lives with his telephone
calls and games of which he never tired. He will leave a large hole in our
hearts! Our gratitude goes to his second family, the dedicated staff, past and
present, at Work Activity Program and the doctors and nurses who oversaw his
health. He is survived his parents, brother Mikel B. (Lorene) Anderson of
Spokane, WA; sister Juliann (Steve) Patterson of Aiken, S.C.; many loving
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held
Monday, 7:00 p.m. at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South,
where friends may visit from 6:00-7:00 p.m.  
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Andrus, Bernard F. "Ben"
Bernard F. "Ben"Andrus "101 is on the air"  Bernard F. "Ben" Andrus, 76, died
on September 28, 2004 in Salt Lake City after a long illness. Born February 8,
1928 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada to Horace L. and Marjorie (McArdle)
Andrus. Raised in Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Idaho Falls. Moved to
Salt Lake City in 1942. Attended Judge Memorial High School. Veteran, U.S.
Navy, World War II. Served on the U.S.S. Sierra in Tsingtao, China. Member,
St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Married Beverly Alleyne Hudspeth on January 8,
1949 in Salt Lake City. She died June 5, 2001. "Bev and Ben" were constant
companions for 52 years and devoted their lives to the care of parents,
children, and grandchildren. Appointed to the Salt Lake City Fire Department
on September 2, 1950. Served as a Fire Fighter (1950-1953), Inspector
(1953-1960), Investigator (1960-1961), Lieutenant (1961-1964), Captain of
Stations Five, Ten, and Eight (1964-1967), Training Captain and Battalion
Chief (1967-1970), Fire Marshal (1970-1978), Assistant Chief-Fire Combat
Division (1978-1979), and Deputy Chief and Executive Officer of the Department
(1979-1980). He retired on December 16, 1980. He was responsible for many
changes and innovations, including formal recruit training and new fire and
safety codes. He testified before a U.S. Senate subcommittee in 1971 and was
instrumental in the passage of federal legislation for fire safety in nursing
homes. He was an accomplished photographer and found great joy in cooking in
his retirement. Survived by two sons and their families: Daniel L. Andrus, The
Rev. Cheryl Moore, and their daughter, Megan; and Timothy R. Andrus and his
son, Kyle, all of Salt Lake City; sisters, Helen Williams and Phyllis Toigo,
of Salt Lake City; brother-in-law, Richard Hudspeth, West Valley City; 11
nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Beverly Andrus,
and infant brothers,  Richard and Donald. Nicheside committal service at 10:00
a.m. on Tuesday, October 5, 2004 at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 4th Ave. & T Street.
Dad's greatest wish was to be with Mom at all times, and the service will be a
joint celebration of their lives before they are interred in a common urn. 
Dad's highest value was on the education of his children and he would be
honored by donations to Judge Memorial Catholic High School, 650 S. 1100 E.,
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84102. The family appreciates the many kindnesses shown
by Dad's caregivers at the Quinney Transitional Care Unit at St. Joseph's
Villa, St. Mark's Senior Health Center and St. Mark's Hospital. They brought
him much joy and laughter in the last two months of his life. We will never
forget you. Funeral directors Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Black, Rea Dawn
Rea Dawn Black 1932 ~ 2004  COALVILLE   Rea Dawn Black, 72, our loving mother
and grandmother passed away unexpectedly at her home on September 30, 2004 She
was born in Woodruff, Utah on March 24, 1932 to Lewis and Thelma Cornia Buck.
She married Keith R. Black in June 1951. Together they raised three sons; Alan
(Julie), Ray (Terry) and Glen (Gena). Rea loved and adored her six
grandchildren; Lance (Karli), Brett, Trevor, Matt, Chase and Cassidy. Rea Dawn
is also survived by her two sisters Zoe Cox and Ruth (Ike) Muir.  She was
preceded in death by her husband Keith; Parents, Sister Vilate and Brother
Max. Funeral Services will be held Monday, October 4, 2004 at 12 noon in the
Coalville Stake Chapel. Friends and family may call at Walker Mortuary in
Coalville, Sunday, from 6-8 p.m. and Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Interment, Coalville Cemetery. Email Condolences at www.walker-mortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Calder, Leah Stagg
Leah Stagg Calder 9/11/1913 ~ 9/30/2004  Leah Stagg Calder, 91, passed away on
Thursday, September 30, 2004 at Bountiful, Utah from causes incident to age.
Leah was born September 11, 1913 in Pleasant Grove, Utah, the fourth of nine
children of William and Rhoda Robison Stagg. Leah married Samuel Raymond
Calder in the Salt Lake Temple on December 20, 1940. Sam died June 20, 1991.
Leah grew up in Pleasant Grove and attended Utah State University and Brigham
Young University. She taught elementary school in Vernal, Levan, and Provo,
Utah. Leah also taught for many years in Los Angeles, California, where Sam
and she raised their two children, Jay and Janice. Leah was very active in the
PTA organization and was rewarded with an honorary life membership for her
work with children in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Leah was a
faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served
in the Primary, the Relief Society and Young Women at the ward and stake
levels. She always did more than what was required. She was a visiting teacher
for nine women for ten years and never missed a visit. Her most enjoyable
calling was as Cub Scout den mother. Leah had a great love for Scouting, and
she was especially proud of the seven Eagle scouts in her extended family.
Leah's life revolved around her children and grandchildren. She was always so
proud of them and the "sunshine" they brought into her life. Leah is survived
by her children Jay R. (Patricia) Calder, Crosby, Texas; Janice (Boyd) Black,
Bountiful; nine grandchildren; seven great-grand-children; and her sisters
Mary Margaret Hansen, American Fork; Rhoda Beth Parker, Bountiful; and Nell
Louise Williams, Anchorage, Alaska. Leah is preceded in death by her parents,
her sisters Ella and Florence and her brothers Gilbert, Robert and Richard.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 4, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Russon
Brothers Funeral Directors, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful. Viewings will be
held at the mortuary Sunday evening, Oct. 3, from 6-7 p.m. and Monday morning,
Oct. 4, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Carter, Ronald H.
Ronald H Carter1933 ~2004  Our husband and father passed away at home on 28
September 2004 surrounded by friends and family.  Born in Salt Lake City on
October 2, 1933, Dad is survived by his wife, Sandra; and all 10 of his
children, Stephen, Micheal, Jeanne, Donna, Janet, Ronald, Lisa, Pam, Allen,
and Brett.  His posterity of 109 will miss him. A viewing will be held October
3 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the LDS meeting house at 275 East 10600 South.
Funeral services will be at the same location October 4 at Noon with a short
viewing from 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/1/2004 - 10/2/2004.

Clark, Janet Trudy Hall
Janet Trudy Hall Clark 1943 ~ 2004  Janet Trudy Hall Clark died on Sept. 27,
2004 at home. She was born Nov. 9, 1943. Preceded in death by her mother,
father and older brother. She left behind father, three sons and one daughter,
15 grandchildren. Devoted mother, grandmother and sister. Having a gathering
at 2017 S. 9404 W., Magna, UT from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 2nd.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/1/2004 - 10/2/2004.

Hansen, Ruby Val Tucker
Ruby Val Tucker Hansen 1915 ~ 2004  Ruby Hansen peacefully passed away on
September 28, 2004. Born February 14, 1915 in Fairview, Utah. Daughter of
Francis Marion Tucker and Mary Malinda Peterson. Married her dear husband,
Keith Stewart Hansen on October 3, 1934 in the Manti Temple of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ruby lived a life of dedicated service to
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served faithfully in
the Fairview North and Third wards in the Relief Society, Young Women, and
Primary organizations. She was a member of the Daughter of the Utah Pioneers.
Ruby served and supported her husband in his many civic and church callings
throughout their marriage. She was a 4-H leader and a member of the Sanpete
County 4-H Advisory Council. Ruby left this earthy life with a rich legacy of
love as she served others with kindness and hospitality. She had an honest
soul and a vibrant heart. She was a strong example to her three children, 14
grandchildren, 23 great-grand children, and one great-great grandchild. Ruby
was a determined and delicate woman who loved to quilt, garden, arrange
flowers, and cook. She often gathered her loved ones around her kitchen table
for traditions and family gatherings. She taught her family the importance of
feeding a soul through a warm cooked meal. Ruby truly knew how to love people
by taking the time to care for them and be with them. She will be remembered
by her grandchildren for her home, as it was always a safe haven filled with
warmth and care.  Ruby is survived by her loving daughter Dixie Robbins
(David) of Salt Lake City, Utah; and son, Larry Hansen (LeAnn) of Fairview,
Utah; brother, Ralph (Marcia) Tucker, Salt Lake City; sister, Donna Winters of
Odgen; sister Elna Christensen of Wisconsin. She will be missed by her
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchild. She is
preceded in death by her husband Keith S. Hansen, and her son, Gerald Keith
Hansen; three brothers: Winn Tucker, Floyd Tucker, and Jack Tucker; and
sisters: Clea Erikson and Una Lee Gustin.  The family wishes to express their
heartfelt gratitude to Helen Parry and the Hospice Staff.  Funeral services
will be held on Monday, October 4th, 2004 at 12:00 noon in the Fairview 3rd
Ward (Rock) Chapel. Viewing for family and friends will be held at Rasmussen
Mortuary on Sunday evening from 6 to 8:00 p.m., and Monday from 10:30-11:30,
prior to services. Interment, Fairview City Cemetery.  
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Hemsley, Raymond Lyle
Raymond Lyle Hemsley  1945 ~ 2004  LAYTON   Raymond Lyle Hemsley, 59, returned
home to his Heavenly Father as a result of complications from a cardiac arrest
on September 28, 2004.  He was surrounded by his loving family.  He was born
June 26, 1945 in Ogden, Utah, the son of Merle Hemsley and Belle Peterson.  He
spent 38 years in his civil service career at Hill Air Force Base. He married
his eternal sweetheart, Annette Kimball, in 1997.  A Faithful member of the
LDS church, he and his wife recently completed their second three year mission
at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building.  Our sweet Ray will be missed by his
family and loved ones.  Please visit and share your love with the family on
Sunday October 3, 2004 at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Rd
between 6-8 p.m.  Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 4, 2004 at
11 a.m. at the mortuary with visiting time preceding 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. email condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Lorimer, Verda Ipson
Verda IpsonLorimer 6/29/1922 ~ 9/29/2004  Verda Ipson Lorimer was born in
Panguitch, Utah on June 29, 1922  to Parley and Sarah Ann Church Ipson.  She
was the fifth child of 12 in the Ipson family. She lived in Panguitch until
she moved to Salt Lake City to attend LDS Business College. While in Salt
Lake, she met her future husband, James Lee Lorimer Jr., who was then in
training at Fort Douglas. They were married in Panguitch on December 19, 1944
and were sealed in the Manti Temple on June 19, 1950. Mom and Dad raised eight
children, Lee III, Larry, Scott, Brenda, Brent, Dean, Kirk and Verlee. Mom
served two missions for the LDS Church with her sweetheart, the first to
Dublin, Ireland, and the second to San Bernadino, California. Mom served
tirelessly in her church callings, in the community, and most of all, in the
lives of her children. She lifted up the hands that hung down, strengthened
the feeble knees, and was a mighty witness of the Lord Jesus Christ. To her
dying breath, she was filled with gratitude, and as she was fond of saying,
"full of the Old Ned." She was endlessly compassionate and a riotously funny
lady. We will miss her, but know that she is reunited with her sweetheart and
is happy. She was as great a mom as any child could ever have. We love you
Mom. Verda is survived by her children Lee III (Phyllis), Larry (Eva), Scott
(Dee), Brenda (Bill), Brent (Les), Dean (Bev), Kirk (Kory) and Verlee (Randy),
40 grandchildren and 31 great- grandchildren, sisters Rhea Blessing, Ruth
Cannon, Lena Wilson, and her brother Hyrum Ipson (Sammy). She was preceded in
death by her parents Sarah and Parley Ipson, her husband Lee, five brothers,
two sisters, and two grandsons, Joseph and Kurt. A memorial service will be
held at the Park Ward Chapel, located at 1125 N. 400 W., Centerville, Utah, on
Monday, October 4, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Friends and family may call Sunday
evening, October 3, 2004, 6-8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary,
295 North Main in Bountiful, or an hour before the service on Monday. In lieu
of flowers, the family suggests donations to Hospice of Utah or the Perpetual
Education Fund.  We are grateful to the staff of Hospice for Utah and Brighton
Gardens for their kindness to Mom in her last days. Online guestbook available
at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 10/1/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Magleby, Marydean Curtis
Marydean Curtis Magleby 1918 ~ 2004  Marydean Curtis Magleby, our beloved
wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on Sept. 30, 2004 at Garden Terrace
Care Center in Salt Lake City, after suffering from advanced Alzheimer's
Disease for many years. We love her and will miss her very much. We are
eternally grateful for her many examples of dignity, endurance and
perseverance, and dedication. Marydean was born on Sept. 20, 1918 to John
Irvin Curtis and Irene Orrock Curtis, in Richfield, Utah. She married Alma
Woodruff Magleby, Jr. (Spike) on July 12, 1943 in the Manti LDS Temple. She
was a life-long active member of the LDS Church, served in all auxiliaries
over the years, and especially enjoyed her calling as a teacher in Relief
Society. She was a graduate of Utah State Agricultural College (USU), and
taught Home Economics at South Sevier High School in Monroe, Utah. She also
taught 2nd Grade at Washington Elementary School for 20 years, and was a
gifted teacher. Marydean had great love and respect for her colleagues at
school, and enjoyed the "teachers group" and looked forward to their dinners
together. Marydean was frugal and established a lovely, comfortable home. She
acquired from her mother a fondness for things of beauty. She demonstrated
that love by creating needlepoint chairs, and furniture which adorned her
home. She was an original member of the "Liberty Ladies" sewing club, who met
together frequently to celebrate life's finest moments and to commiserate
during tragedies. She had an incredible work ethic, and saw every task that
she took on to it's best completion. Marydean took pride in her children,
David and Marlene, and found great happiness in their accomplishments.
Marydean's love for her family will be treasured as we remember her fruit
cake, love of sewing, long walks in Liberty Park, and her magnificent
penmanship. She gave service to many people, often anonymously. She had a
smile for everyone and is truly a beloved daughter of God.  We express our
sincere gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Cherie Brunker and the care givers
at Garden Terrace for their loving and compassionate care of Marydean and
Spike for more than six years. The family appreciates the gentle giants that
have lifted and loved Marydean throughout the length of her illness. She is
survived by her husband, two children and their spouses: David and Linda
Magleby, Provo; and Marlene and Brad Woolley, Taylorsville; seven
grandchildren, Joseph Magleby, Katie Magleby, Daniel Magleby, Benjamin
Magleby, Spencer Woolley, Stuart Woolley, and Michael Woolley, and a brother,
John K. Curtis, Ogden. She is proceded in death by her parents and an infant
son. Funeral services will be held Monday, Oct. 4th at 12:00 noon, in the
Liberty Park Ward Chapel, 445 E Harvard Ave (1100 S.) SLC. Friends and family
may call at the Liberty Park Ward Chapel on Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00
p.m. and again at the ward chapel Monday from 10:30 to 11:30. Burial will be
in the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 So Highland Dr, SLC. Funeral
Directors: Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary, Richfield. UT. In lieu of flowers
the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer's Association in Marydean's
memory, 845 East 4800 South, Suite #120, Salt Lake City, Utah 84107. Nothing
would bring her greater joy than an effective treatment and cure for the
disease that took her from us. When you think of Marydean, visit a lonely
elderly friend, read to a child, or plant a Canna Lily bulb. Online
condolences may be made at www.maglebymortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Mitchener, Frances Jean Hopkin
Frances Jean Hopkin Mitchener "Granny Franny"  Frances Mitchener, 74, passed
away on September 30, 2004.  She was born on Jan. 10, 1930 in Woodruff, UT to
Mark and Eileen Driscoll Hopkin. She graduated from East High School. Franny
married Charles E. Mitchener, Jr in the Salt Lake Temple on September 2, 1947.
Franny loved being a member of the LDS Church, and served in many capacities.
Fran owned her own business for over 30 years and spent many enjoyable hours
making draperies. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and
great-grand-children and was ready at any minute to go on a new adventure.
Fran is survived by four children: Charles III (Peggy), Las Vegas, NV; Anne
Hansen (Russell), Sandy, UT; Mark H. (Teri), Sparks, NV and Eve, Arvada, CO;
11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by
her husband, Charles and son, James. Funeral services will be held Monday,
October 4, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Little Cottonwood 1st Ward, 6350 So.
Rodeo Ln (1545 E.). Friends and family may call at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950
E. 10600 So., on Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m., and one hour prior to the
services at the ward. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Nelson, Brenda Burnett
Brenda Burnett Nelson 1956 ~ 2004  Our light has left this world and gone to
illuminate another. Brenda Burnett Nelson, 48, died in her Salt Lake City home
Sept. 30 after a six-year challenge with Mesothelioma cancer. After showing us
so many possibilities as mother, wife, sister, daughter, and friend, she is
guiding those in the next life. Brenda was born Feb. 11, 1956, in Salt Lake
City to Clyde and Betty Burnett. She married Kelly Nelson in 1983 at First
Baptist Church, where she was a member. Brenda was an accomplished musician,
learning to play the violin as a child. Before marriage she performed with
school orchestras and traveled throughout the United States with the Granite
Youth Orchestra. As a child she performed with the Virginia Tanner Dance
Company, where her daughter, Carly, is now a member of The Children's Dance
Theater. A passionate learner, Brenda graduated from Skyline High School and
earned her bachelor's degree from Lewis and Clark College. She went on to get
a master's degree in English from Yale University. She and Kelly moved to Los
Angeles, where she obtained a Ph.D. in English and a law degree from the
University of Southern California. She practiced law in the Los Angeles firms
of Hughes, Hubbard, and Reed, and Manatt, Phelps, and Phillips before moving
home to Utah to be closer to family. Although her accomplishments are many and
impressive, her greatest achievement was her love of her family. She beat all
the odds in her final years to give all who knew her - particularly her
children - more time to learn the meaning of family and love. Brenda knew that
her time with us was short, and she focused on that which was most important.
Brenda's light lives on through her loving husband Kelly, daughter Caroline
"Carly," son Taylor, parents Clyde and Betty Burnett, brothers Ken (Ann) and
Bruce (Dana) Burnett, all of Salt Lake City, sister Lisa (Mark) Borelli,
Chicago, Illinois, nieces, nephews, and many others. A funeral service for
close friends and family will be held Monday at 12 noon at First Baptist
Church, 777 So. 1300 East. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Mount
Olivet Cemetery, 1342 E. 500 South. Donations may be made to the American
Cancer Society, 941 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84106 or Community
Nursing Services, 6949 High Tech Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah 84047. Funeral
directors, Neil O'Donnell & Sons. "Learn as if you were going to live forever.
Live as if you were going to die tomorrow." Brenda, we love you and will miss
you very much.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

Olsen, Margaret Williams
Margaret Williams Olsen 1912 ~ 2004  Margaret Williams Olsen, beloved sister,
grandmother and great-grandmother, died Sept 27, 2004 at home with her family
at her side.  Margaret was born September 29, 1912 in Minersville, Beaver Co.,
Utah. She was the daughter of George R. and Celestia Dorabell Murdock
Williams. In 1919, her family moved from Minersville to Thomas, Bingham Co.,
Idaho where she grew up. Margaret married Ross Walker Packer November 21,
1932. They had two children, Dora LaRie Packer and Charles Roscoe Packer.
Margaret and Ross were later divorced. Margaret came to Utah in the fall of
1936. She married Thomas Raymond Olsen on December 1, 1939 in the Salt Lake
Temple. They had two boys, Thomas Williams Olsen and Richard Clark Olsen.
Margaret became a licensed practical nurse after her marriage to Thomas and
worked as a nurse for several years. Margaret was active in The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved her work there. She was a member
of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers for many years and served in different
callings, as chaplain, lesson leader and as Captain of Nibley Park Camp. She
is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas R. Olsen; daughter, Dora LaRie
(Eldon) Christensen and sons, Charles Roscoe Packer, Thomas Williams Olsen and
Richard Clark Olsen. Also her parents and 10 of her brothers and sisters. She
is survived by her brother, George R. (Deon) Williams and sisters, Dora (Tom)
Blake and Lola (Jerry) Glazier, also grandchildren, Robyn Christensen, Dana
Christensen, Shayne (Susan) Christensen, Dio Christensen, Jody (Diane)
Christensen, Samantha Christensen (Jeff) McCollin and Charles Raymond (Nancy)
Packer; 15 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral
services will be held Monday, October 4, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Nibley Park
Ward, 2450 South 600 East. Family and friends may call Sunday evening from 6
to 8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple and at the ward Monday
from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/1/2004 - 10/2/2004.

Omer, Wendell Leon
 Wendell Leon Omer 1925 ~ 2004  Our beloved father, Wendell Leon Omer, 79,
passed away after a short bout with leukemia, on September 29, 2004, in Orem,
UT, surrounded by his three children. He was born on April 21, 1925 in
Holladay, UT to August Gideon Omer and Leona Sutherland Omer and was the fifth
of nine children.  He graduated from Granite High School in 1942 and entered
the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, where he graduated in 1946 as
an Ensign in the U. S. Navy with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He
married his high school sweetheart, Aiida Faye Scott, in the Salt Lake Temple
on September 4, 1946. After working for more than 40 years as an outside plant
Engineer for Pacific Telephone in California and Anchorage Telephone in
Alaska, he returned to Utah in 1994. He was an active member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many Ward and Stake positions.
He especially loved the Temple and in the last few years spent more and more
time doing temple work, and also serving as a Church Service Missionary in the
Lindon Utah Bishop's Storehouse.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two
brothers, a sister and his beloved wife, Aiida. He is survived by two brothers
and three sisters; three children, Michael Scott Omer (Kathleen), Nancy Ellen
Rawls (Joseph) and Andra Elisabeth Somerville (Kerry), 12 grandchildren and
three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 4,
2004 at 2:00 p.m. in the Timpview 5th Ward Chapel, 865 West 1000 North, Orem,
UT. A viewing will be held prior to funeral services at the church from 12:00
noon to 1:30 p.m.  Interment will follow at the Lehi, Utah City Cemetery.
Services under the direction of Berg Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, donations
to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Humanitarian Aid Fund are
requested.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Redd, Earl W.
Earl W. Redd 1931 ~ 2004  Earl William Redd, 73, passed away at his home in
Park City, Utah on September 29, 2004Earl, the son of Preston Lyman Redd and
Jeanette Wride Redd, was born on March 12, 1931 in Los Angeles, CA. He was
raised in Los Angeles. After graduating from Manual Arts High School in 1949,
he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in
Mexico and Central America. His mission was followed by service in the U.S.
Army in Panama. He attended the University of Southern California and worked
for many years as a general contractor in California before retiring to Utah.
Earl married and was sealed to Rose Marie Robinson in 1956 in the Los Angeles
Temple. They are the parents of three sons and one daughter. Earl and Rose
Marie served several missions for the Church in recent years in the Mexico
City Temple, the Oaxaca Mexico Temple, and the Tuxtla Gutierrez Mexico Temple.
Shortly before his death, he was released as President of the Tuxtla Gutierrez
Mexico Temple. He had been a temple sealer in the Los Angeles and Salt Lake
Temples in addition to his service in the Temples in Mexico. In addition to
his Church service as a missionary, he served as Bishop of the La Mirada Ward
in California, as a member of the Stake Presidency of the Cerritos California
Stake, and many other ward and stake leadership positions in the Cerritos, CA;
Placentia, CA; and Park City, UT Stakes. He is remembered for his warm and
friendly personality, his sense of humor, and for the lasting positive effect
he has had on the many people everywhere he has lived and served. He has
remained fluent in Spanish and has served in church callings with Spanish
speaking members for many years. He is survived by his wife Rose Marie of Park
City; son Jeffrey (Janeen) of La Habra, CA; son Bruce (Nancy) of Chino Hills,
CA; daughter Becky (Kevin) Thayn of Lehi, UT; son Douglas (Claudia) of Park
City, UT; 15 grandchildren, and sister Arlene Redd Brown of Culver City, CA. 
Preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers Preston G. Redd and Harold
K. Redd. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 4, 2004 at 11 a.m. in
the Park City Kimball Ward chapel, 2555 Kilby Rd., Park City. Friends may call
Sunday evening (October 3rd) from 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401
Highland Dr. Salt Lake City, Ut. or one hour prior to services on Monday at
the Kimball Ward Chapel. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of
flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Perpetual Education
Fund.  

Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Smith, Gerald H.
Gerald H. Smith 1916 ~ 2004  DRAPER - Gerald H. Smith passed away at his home
September 30, 2004 of natural causes. He was born August 24, 1916, in Draper,
Utah, to Heber J. and Matilda Mickelsen Smith, the oldest of four children.
After high school, Gerald attended LDS Business College and worked at Sandy
City Bank. While working at the bank, he met Zelda Summers. Gerald and Zelda
were married in the Salt Lake Temple June 5, 1943. Zelda preceded him in death
on May 2, 1977. Gerald later married and is survived by Erma Oliver. Gerald
worked in banking for 47 years until his retirement in 1981. He enjoyed work
in the bank and those with whom he worked. He especially found joy in church
service as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He
served in numerous positions including bishop, stake president, patriarch,
temple sealer and temple square supervisor. Gerald and Erma served as
missionaries in the Kentucky-Louisville Mission during 1986 and 1987. Other
than the period of missionary service, commencing with the construction period
in 1980, Gerald and Erma have continuously served in several positions in the
Jordan River Temple. Gerald enjoyed being at family gatherings and at events
involving family members. He is survived by his children Sherman (Cheryl)
Smith, Ogden; Carole (Bryce) Jones, Sandy; a brother Reid (Iris) Smith, Firth,
Idaho; a sister Marjorie Clements, Draper. He was blessed to have many call
him Dad. He is also survived by David (Nedra) Oliver, Byron (Vickie) Oliver,
Karlene (Craig) Moody, Dan (Jill) Oliver, Trent (Stacey) Oliver, Craig (Susan)
Oliver, Sherrie (Todd) Andrizzi, De Ann (Jeffrey) Henderson, Jeanine (Pat)
Egbert, and Steven Oliver. He is also survived by 40 grand and 23
great-grandchildren. Gerald enjoyed the company of many good friends through
community and social activities. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America
where he became an Eagle Scout. He was also awarded the Silver Beaver for
service to scouting. Gerald was a member of the Lions Club and Exchange Club
and participated in many community service projects.  A viewing will be held
Monday, October 4, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090
South State Street, Midvale, Utah 84047. A viewing will also be held Tuesday,
October 5, from 9:30 until 10:45 at the Hidden Valley 3rd Ward Chapel, 11750
So. Highland Dr., Sandy, Utah. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m.
Interment, Draper Cemetery.  
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.

West, Jean Nelson
Jean Nelson West "World's Greatest Mom and Grandma"  WEST VALLEY CITY - Fanny
Jean Nelson West passed away September 29, 2004 with Burt, her husband, and
many family members at her bedside. She was loved by all who knew her
including many friends.  Born March 29, 1920 in Salt Lake City, Utah, daughter
of Gordon and Gladys Ackerman Nelson. Married Burt W. West October 26, 1951 in
Elko, Nevada; solemnized in 1958 in the Salt Lake Temple. Jean was a
beautiful, wonderful person who was talented as an artist, poet, ceramist,
housekeeper, dancer and singer. She held many teaching positions in her church
and ceramics classes, keeping her busy all the time. Jean and Burt were temple
workers in the Salt Lake and Jordan Valley Temples. Survived by her husband;
children, Gladys (Dick) Shafer, Eugene "Shorty" (Robin) Banks, Dennis J.
(Jeannie) West, Janeen (Leo) Vasquez, Gary Burt (Rose) West; 30 grandchildren;
86 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; sister, Norma (Alan)
Tibbitts; deceased brother, Bud (Eve) Nelson. There are 148 members in Jean
and Burt's family. We love them all. A special thanks to Care Source for their
loving care. Funeral services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m. at the West
Valley 2nd Ward, 2820 West Lehman Avenue (3590 So.). A viewing will be held
Sunday, 5-7 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd and Monday at
the church, 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, Mountain View Memorial Estates. In lieu
of flowers donations accepted for Jean's favorite charities.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.


Whitelock, Ingeborg
Ingeborg Whitelock "Aunt Ing"   Ingeborg Whitelock, 96, passed away Monday
evening, September 20, 2004, surrounded by loved ones, in the same house in
Salt Lake City where she was born, June 27, 1908. The 1st daughter of John
Albert (b. 1852 Maryland) and Marie Christine Eggers (b.1875 Norway)
Whitelock. She was predeceased by siblings AI, Harold, Helen, Agnes, Kenly and
Bob and nephew, Dennis Whitelock She retired after over 40 years with the
Newspaper Agency Corp. in 1973. Member Alpha Dorian Music Club. She sang in
Paris and London, and recorded with Ormandy and Bernstein as a member of the
Mormon Tabernacle Choir. She loved singing under J. Spencer Cornwall. During
her 27 years with the Choir, she was the first recording secretary. Member LDS
Church. She had a beautiful high soprano voice which she freely shared. She
was a loyal and generous aunt, friend and neighbor. She leaves behind six
nieces: Dianne Miller, Christine Whitelock, Leota Sagers, Susan Burt, Janna
Goodfellow, Melody Francis; four nephews: Kenly Whitelock, Thomas Whitelock,
Lee Whitelock, Russell Whitelock and their families: her life-long best
friend, Vera Gold's three sons: Craig, Bruce, and Dan: the Hull Family next
door; friend Florence and beloved cousins: Astrid Stangenes (Norway), Harry
Stallings (MD), Bede Whitelock and Doris Woerth (PA). Ing often said she had
more friends on the other side than here, so there is surely a wonderful
reunion taking place. God bless you, Aunt Ing. We will love and honor you
forever. At her request no public services will be held but a Celebration of
lng's Life for family will be held at a later date. And there shall come  A
day in spring When death and winter  lose their chill. And we shall talk of 
every lovely thing When I return in spring.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/2/2004.

Woodfield, Norman Ray
Norman Ray Woodfield 1926 ~ 2004  Surrounded by his family, a devoted husband
and father passed away peacefully on Sept 30, 2004 at LDS hospital in Salt
Lake City.  Norman was born on April 5, 1926 to Ray Weldon and Vera Jane
Campbell Woodfield in Ogden, Utah. As the eldest child, he and his two
brothers and sister grew up on a farm established by his great grandfather, a
pioneer. He married Clementina Croom on April 4, 1951 in the Salt Lake Temple.
They raised four sons and one daughter: Scott Norman (Linda), Jerry Allen
(Christine), David Croom (Julie), Susan Gunnell (Mark) and Brian Fred (Julie).
After graduating from high school, Norman enlisted in the US Army Air Force.
He served his mission in New England, and then studied Education, Physics and
Math at BYU. His career took him to California, Texas and Utah to work on
early computer projects that included the Gemini and Apollo space programs. As
a High Priest, Norman eagerly served in whatever capacities called for by the
LDS church. For eight years, he served as an ordinance worker at the Jordan
River Temple. Norman is survived by his wife, five children, 22 grandchildren,
four great-grandchildren; brother Leon and sister Mary Lou Baker. He was
preceded in death by brothers Keith and Arlo; daughter, Janis, and his
parents. Norman had great insight to many things in this world. His sense of
humor and good-natured teasing will live on through his family who so deeply
loved him. We will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be held Monday,
October 4th at 11 am at the Eastridge 3rd Ward, 12270 S 1190 E. Viewings will
be held Sunday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South
Redwood Rd, SLC and Monday from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to funeral services.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/2/2004 - 10/3/2004.