OBITS: Deseret News 14 Oct 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 Anton, Basil Steven Basil Steven Anton 1917 ~ 2004 Basil Steven Anton (age 87) passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2004, after struggling with declining health over the past few years. Though his powerful lungs finally gave out at the end, he had put them to good use throughout his long life most notably as an athlete, an actor and a singer. As a young man, Basil was a gifted athlete. On both baseball fields and basketball courts, he led many teams to victory throughout his high school and college years, advancing in both sports to the professional level. After serving in the Navy during World War II, Basil put his sports career behind him to help support a family and raise two sons with his loving wife, Mary. Though retired from athletic fields, Basil's commanding physique found expression on the stage when he was selected to play the executioner in a University of Utah production of Salome. He went on to play many far less fearsome roles when it was discovered that he was blessed not only with an imposing body, but also with artful, comedic timing. While a man of many gifts, his greatest may have been his deep, rich, bass voice. He used it not only as an actor, but also as a singer in musical productions, in country-western bands, in the Jay Welch Chorale, and in both the Holy Trinity and Prophet Elias choirs as a longstanding member of the Greek Orthodox Church. He also sang at home surrounded by his loving family, who remember most fondly his powerful and soulful rendition of Ol' Man River. Basil is predeceased by his parents, Steven and Katherine Anton, and by his son, John Anton, who passed away one year ago. Basil is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary K. Anton; son, Basil (Susan) Anton; daughter-in-law, Nikki Anton; sister, Anne Spanos; granddaughter, Christine (Mike) Polley; grandson, Steven Anton (Lauren Schembari); great-granddaughter, Rebecca Polley; and cousin, Ernest (Barbara) Kaddis. He is also survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends, who gathered by his side and offered tremendous support in the last leg of his journey. A viewing will be held Friday, Oct 15, 2004, 6 - 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 3401 S. Highland Dr. The funeral will be Saturday, Oct 16, 2004, 1 p.m., Prophet Elias Church, 5335 Highland Drive. Interment, Mount Olivet Cemetery. Following interment the family will host a memorial luncheon at Prophet Elias. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Basil's memory to Holy Trinity Restoration Fund, 279 S. 300 W. SLC, Utah 84101, or to the Prophet Elias Choir Fund, 5335 Highland Drive, SLC, Utah 84117. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Balser, Fredrick Jarrett Fredrick Jarrett Balser 1933 ~ 2004 Frederick Jarrett Balser, 71, of Perez Street, Attleboro, Massachusetts died on Sunday, October 10, 2004 at the Caritas Norwood Hospital, Norwood, following a brief illness. He was the husband of Frances (Hood) Balser to whom he was married for 30 years. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on February 14, 1933 he was a son of the late Fred Wilford and Ethel-Ann (Jarrett) Balser. He was the stepson of the late Mildred (Brown) Balser. He was raised and educated in Nephi, Utah and Salt Lake City, Utah. He resided in Salt Lake City, Utah until moving to Massachusetts in 1959 and settling in Attleboro where he has lived for the past 45 years. Jerry was first employed by O.C. Tanner in SLC and was employed by the former L. G. Balfour Company in Attleboro, MA from 1959 - 1989 after which he was a self-employed commercial artist. Since his retirement, he was employed part-time at the Sun Chronicle newspaper in Attleboro as a van driver for the circulation department. An avid antique car enthusiast, he was a member of the Bay State Corvairs Club. In addition to his wife, he leaves two daughters: Jan Beggs of Salt Lake City, Utah and Diann Balser of Concord, NH; three sisters: Mignon Davis of Springville, Utah; Debra Ann Sor-Lokken of Great Falls, Montana and Joyce Balser of Salt Lake City, Utah; three brothers: Robert McCall of Bountiful, Utah; David McCall of Salt Lake City, Utah and Rickford Balser of Sandy, Utah and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Louis Balser and Joann Jensen. Funeral services will be held at 1p.m. Saturday, October 16, 2004 at the Anderson Funeral Home, 94 W. 300 N. Nephi, Utah. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Nephi Vine Bluff Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Banks, Frederick Frederick Banks 1918 ~2004 Frederick Banks passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.He was born on June 11, 1918 in Magna, Utah to Giovanni and Nina Jackette Pacioni. He married Enid Ericksen in Vernal, Utah and later divorced. Frederick served his country in the US Navy in World War II. He was a member with the Masonic Bonneville Lodge #31. This great man lived a life of loving dedication to his family. He was a hard worker and worked for years as a Master Mechanic in the Truck Industry. He had many interests and a great love for crafts. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brothers Eugene and Ernest Pacioni, one sister Lucille Swender; four sons, Fred (Sandra) Banks Jr., Dennis Banks, David Banks, Giovanni Pacioni; two daughters, Brenda (Bill) Ryan and Tonya (Kent) Wastlund. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at the Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E., Bountiful, Utah. Friends may call at the Mortuary, Friday, October 15, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 12:45 - 1:45. Interment, Bountiful City Cemetery. Military Honors by D.A.V. E-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Barker, Bonnie Lou Jessop Bonnie LouJessopBarker "Forever In Our Hearts" Bonnie took the hand of her grandson, Lance, who led her to her parents as she returned to her Heavenly Father October 13, 2004 after a valiant battle with arthritis, diabetes and Parkinson's disease. She spent the last hours of her life surrounded by her family and friends who love her dearly. We know she is now free from the pain she has courageously endured. Born October 18, 1927 in Pleasant View, Idaho to Joseph LeRoy and Jane Hughes Jessop. She was raised in Millville, Utah and graduated from South Cache High School. Married her eternal sweetheart, Lloyd Barker February 12, 1947. Bonnie is a long time resident of the Taylorsville/West Valley area. She is a faithful member of the LDS Church, serving in numerous callings over her lifetime, her favorite was being involved in the Primary and Sunday School. Bonnie was a meticulous homemaker and always enjoyed a clean home and beautiful yard. She was a beautiful elect lady and took pride in always looking her best. She lovingly accepted foster sons into her home and treated them as her own. She was a great example of a loving mother and grandmother and will be held forever close to our hearts and we look forward to seeing her again. Survived by her loving and devoted husband, Lloyd Barker; children, Bradley (Joan) Barker, Sherry (Ralph) Burton, Vickie (Ray) Jaquier, Cindy (Willard) Pratt, Chris (Lyndie) Barker; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grand-children; sister, Beth Williams Archibald and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Ramona Curry; grandson, Lance Lloyd Burton. The family would like to thank the wonderful and caring people from Harmony Hospice who lovingly helped her. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at the Taylorsville 24th Ward, 2976 West 4270 South. Friends may call Friday, 6 - 8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Saturday at the church, 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Belnap, Keith Eugene Keith Eugene Belnap 1920 ~ 2004 Keith Eugene Belnap, our beloved Father and our Mother's eternal companion passed away at the age of 84 October 11, 2004 at Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah. Keith was born in Ogden, Utah on October 10th, 1920 to Orson Victor and Mary Myrtle Farr Belnap. On October 17, 1940 he married Evelyn Layton in the Salt Lake Temple by Apostle Charles A. Callis. They were blessed with three children Clinton James, (Lela Lewis) Mesa, AZ; Gayle Jensen (George), Parker, CO; and Janeen Sheffield (Mark) of Centerville, UT. Keith was an active member of the LDS Church and held many church callings throughout his life. He was President of MIA and later served on the Stake High Council. He enjoyed being the ward and stake choir director for many years. He and Evelyn served a full time mission for the church in Manchester, England from 1976 to 1977. It was in England where they met Lynne Howarth who along with her husband Richard Isaksen and their children became a loving part of the Belnap family. He served his country for two years in the US Navy during World War II. He was an excellent artist and vocalist. He left a wonderful legacy of musical and artistic talents to all the lives of his children and in the lives of many of his grandchildren. His other hobbies were gardening, fishing, camping, photography, traveling and enjoyed spending quality time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, three children, 12 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren, and two brothers Wayne and Ronald Belnap and three nieces and 10 nephews. Preceded in death by parents, one sister Lavon and one niece. The Belnap family would like to take this opportunity to publicly express their deepest gratitude to Dr. Steven Lore who went far beyond the call duty to assist us and our father by bringing so much comfort and peace to all our hearts during the last weeks of our father's life. To all the nurses at Lakeview Hospital who spent many days caring for dad, we give our thanks and appreciation as well, for the love and support they demonstrated to each of us. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bountiful 28th Ward Chapel, 2285 South 200 West. Friends may call Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Saturday morning from 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Bytheway, Mervin Hill Mervin Hill Bytheway "Just Moved in" Beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2004 and returned home to be with his earthly and heavenly father and mother. Mervin was born on March 12, 1918 to Henry Kendrick and Mercy Rebecca Hill Bytheway at home in West Jordan, Utah. Mervin was raised in a loving family. There were seven brothers and two sisters. Mervin married his sweetheart, Donna Zeeman of Payson, Utah in the Salt Lake Temple on Jan. 11, 1939, Mervin and Donna spent their honeymoon in California and remained there for fifty three years raising a family. They returned to Utah and their family roots in 1992, residing in Bluffdale. Dad loved mom so very much and took care of his beloved wife, who had Alzheimer's, until her passing in 1998. When Mervin was a young man his dream was to have his own business. In 1956 he purchased Sacramento Window Shade in Sacramento, CA. He worked long hours to develop and make his business a success. Mervin made friends everywhere he went. He had a wonderful sense of humor and he could always make people laugh. Dad had a generous heart and would always help anyone in need. After sixteen years of owning his retail business he started Bytheway Manufacturing, which was a wholesale window covering firm. He eventually turned this business over to his son. Throughout his life, he had a special gift with animals. Mervin's favorite pastime was fly fishing on a stream. When no-one else was catching trout dad would always come home with his limit. Every summer, when the family was young, we would go camping and fishing on the Carson River. It was a joyful time for the family. Later, summertime and vacations were spent at Downeyville, CA. where wonderful family and fishing events took place. Dad fished for over 70 years and loved the outdoors. In 1965 Dad and mom discovered Hawaii and would return to the islands almost every year. Mervin was preceded in death by his wife, Donna; his son Mervin Jr; his brothers, Glenden and Leroy. He is survived by his daughter, Donna Kay Robinson (Pete) Bluffdale, Utah; grandchildren; Todd McKinsey, Kevin McKinsey, Roxane Foulger (Steve), Ryan Robinson, Kari Ann, Kasi, and Keli Bytheway. Brothers Ronald Bytheway (Bertha) of Ogden, UT; Ralph Bytheway (Ruth) of Leeds, UT; Quintin Bytheway (Imogene) of West Jordan, UT; Charles Bytheway (Frieda) of Salt Lake City; and Alvin Bytheway (Criesta) of Murray, UT; sisters Elva Webb (Calvin) Bluffdale, UT; and Darlene Bytheway of West Jordan, UT. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the Bluffdale 1st Ward 14400 So. Redwood Road where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment Bluffdale Cemetery. Funeral Directors Broomhead Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Christensen, Bruce L. Bruce L. Christensen 1927 ~ 2004 Bruce L. Christensen, 77, passed away Oct 14, 2004 in Provo, Utah. Born in Manila, Daggett Co., Utah, September 15, 1927, son of Leonard Erastus and Beulah Eleanor Larsen Christensen.Bruce was raised in West Los Angeles, where he attended UCLA, and later entered the Navy. When he returned to Utah, he attended BYU, where he met Patricia Kay Bickmore. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple in 1949.After graduating from BYU, they moved to San Diego, CA, where Bruce started a successful dental laboratory, and the later became President of the Southern California Dental Association. They remained in California for 26 years, where they raised their four children, and also developed life long friendships. In 1976, the family returned to Provo. Bruce retired in 1994, allowing a dream to be fulfilled, and together he and Pat served a mission. They were called to the South Dakota, Rapid City Mission, where they worked with the Native Americans, whom they had always had a special fondness for. He was an active member of the LDS Church, serving in various callings, which included several bishoprics. His pride and joy were his children and grandchildren, but all of these passions were surpassed by his love of the Savior, and the gospel.Bruce was BYU's #1 sports fan. He loved swimming in the ocean, golfing, traveling and in his earlier years he was a star baseball pitcher. He is survived by his sweet wife Pat, whom he had just celebrated his 55thanniversary with; two sons, Kent (MaryAnn) of Provo; Brian (Rita) of Springville; two daughters, Becky (Jack) Angus of Provo; and Shelly (Rick) Norton of Ramona, CA; 15 grandchildren and three great-grand-children. Also survived by a brother David Christensen and a sister, Joyce Christensen.He was a friend to all, and influenced many lives. He was much admired as a man of great integrity. He was always empathetic to the needs of other.Funeral services will be held Monday, October 18, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., in the Mojave Chapel, 3050 Mojave Lane, Provo. Friends may call Sunday evening, at the Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 East Center Street, from 6-8 p.m., or Monday morning, at the Ward Chapel, one hour prior to services. Interment, East Lawn Memorial Hills. Published in the Deseret News from 10/10/2004 - 10/16/2004. Christiansen, June Child June Child Christiansen 1920 ~ 2004 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and cherished friend, peacefully passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2004 in Murray, Utah. June Isabel Child, daughter of Byron and Ruby Morley Child was born June 11, 1920 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Following a happy childhood, growing up on Downington Avenue, she attended South High School. She met her devoted husband of 62 years, Joseph Campbell Christiansen, while he was valiantly serving his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. They were married May 14, 1942 in Vancouver, WA and then sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple October 28, 1942. June is fondly remembered by many as the friendly, caring secretary for the Highland High School Seminary from 1968-1974 who was always happy to listen and help with a student's problem or concern. Forever active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she faithfully served in many callings, particularly in the Relief Society and Primary. During several stints as Primary chorister, she imparted her love of music to hundreds of children who learned to enjoy singing because of her enthusiastic instruction. She also shared her talents while singing in many choruses, choirs, trios, etc. June is truly one of the noble and great mothers of our time. She was extremely proud of her family and many of their accomplishments are largely attributable to her shining example of faith, love and devotion throughout her life. She is survived by her eternal husband, Joe; four children, Janet Kae (Ralph) Hathaway, Cathy Jean (Daniel) Clark, Jerilyn (David) Renfroe, and Byron "Barney" Child (Merrilee) Christiansen; 24 grandchildren; 22 (+4) great-grandchildren; brother, Ramon (Liz) Child. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and whose lives she touched. We would like to express our gratitude to our dad, Joe, for his constant, indefatigable care of our mother since her stroke in 1999, and to the staff of the Murray Care Center for their loving kindness in assisting with June's care during the last few months of her earthly life. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at the River 5th Ward, 1380 West 6785 South, West Jordan, Utah where friends may call Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Day, Amber Lynn Midgley Amber Lynn MidgleyDay 1973 ~ 2004 Amber Lynn Midgley Day (31) has been called home to her Heavenly Father. Amber passed away October 11th, 2004 from injuries received in an automobile accident in Parley's Canyon. Born June 4, 1973 to David L. Midgley and Melanie Baker Shortt, Amber spent her life in Sandy and graduated from Alta High School. Amber was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a Christ-like love for her family and friends. Amber loved animals, and had a special fondness for Testy, her cat. Amber had a love for life and as an organ and tissue donor she will continue to share that love. We take comfort knowing Amber is now surrounded by the loving arms of the Lord. We will miss our sweet Amber. Amber is survived by: parents, David (Manja) Midgley and Melanie (John) Shortt, siblings, Holli Jones, Robert (Cindy) Midgley, Jared (Renea) Midgley and Robin Midgley, nieces and nephews, Preston and Zachary Jones, Maddison, Baylee and Riley Midgley and Ian Jordan Williams, grandparents, LaMar and Kathryn Midgley and many aunts, uncles, step-brothers, sisters, and cousins. Amber was preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Marie Baker and Beatrice (Midgley) Thomas. Friends and family are invited to a viewing Friday, October 15th from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy. Friends and family may also attend a viewing at the church from 9 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, October 16th. Funeral services will follow at 10 a.m. at the Mt. Jordan 7th Ward Chapel at 235 E. Sego Lily Drive (9800 S.), Sandy. In lieu of flowers donations in Amber's name to the Humane Society of Utah would be appreciated. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Ellsworth, Nylan J. Nylan J. Ellsworth 1/30/24 ~ 10/11/04 Nylan J. Ellsworth passed away on Columbus Day October 11, 2004, at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was 80 years old. He leaves behind his wife, Lois Ashby Ellsworth of Bountiful; five children; 19 grandchildren; two great granddaughters and many dear friends and relatives. He was born January 30, 1924 in Eureka. His parents, Dr. and Mrs. Jesse Hyrum Ellsworth, moved to Payson, where Nylan attended school from first grade through high school, graduating in 1941. He played on both school and city baseball teams and loved fishing and hiking in Payson Canyon. With World War II underway, he enlisted as an Air Force cadet and spent a year training at Pomona College in California. With more troops needed in Europe, he was transferred to a combat unit with the 89th Infantry Division. Discharged in 1946, he studied science at University of Utah and Utah State University, where he graduated and completed reserve officers training. He returned to active duty during the Korean War and remained active in the US Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of Lt. Colonel. He completed a Masters degree at Brigham Young University and worked in the parental drug industry and the Food and Drug Administration in both Glendale, California and Rockville, Maryland, retiring in 1985. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he and his wife were married in the Salt Lake Temple in 1949 and served in the Frankfurt Germany Mission in 1987-1989. They have made their home in Bountiful since 1990. He was active in wards and branches of the Church wherever he lived. Survivors besides his wife are sons Dr. Allan Ellsworth (Kathy), Woodinville, Washington, and Dr. Randal Ellsworth (Sherry), Orem; daughters Nancy (Jeff) Flamm, Holliday; Lori (Chuck) Vaughan, South Ogden, and Lisa (Wayne) Bytendorp, Sandy. Also three brothers, Elman Ellsworth, Salt Lake City, Richard Ellsworth, Payson, and Kirk Ellsworth, Sacramento, California. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and one grandson. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16 at 11 a.m. at the Bountiful Heights Stake Center, 33 So. Moss Hill Drive (1500 East), Bountiful. Friends may call Friday from 7 - 9 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, and Saturday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. The family expresses thanks to kind doctors, nurses and staff at University of Utah Hospital and Cardiac Care Unit, and the Lakeside Dialysis Center in Bountiful. Interment-Payson City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Fackrell, Virginia Virginia Fackrell 1918 ~2004 Virginia Fackrell, 86, passed away peacefully in Salt Lake City, on October 9, 2004. She died at home where many family members, friends, and neighbors had visited her in her final weeks of pancreatic cancer. A daughter of James LeRoy Fackrell and Thirza McBride Fackrell, Virginia was born April 22, 1918 in Eden, Utah. She was the seventh of 11 children. She graduated from Weber County High School and continued her education at BYU. She received a B.S. Degree in Communications with an emphasis on Journalism. Her minor was in Sociology and Social Work. Virginia was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in many auxiliaries in her lifetime: Sunday School, Young Women, Relief Society and as a hostess at Temple Square. Early in life she served a six-month mission in Turkey to Americans who were stationed at the Military Base there. In February 1987 she served a year-long mission to the Washington, D.C. Temple. Virginia worked as an assistant to the Agriculture Attach‚ in the foreign service from 1959-1964; living in the Belgian Congo, Turkey, Indonesia, and Switzerland. She held several jobs locally, until 1974 when she worked as an editor in the Curriculum Department of the Church until her retirement in 1986. She also loved to help the youth of her community. She volunteered at the Salt Lake County Detention Center and provided years of research to the Utah Youth Village. She spent her spare time avidly watching sports, opera, ballet and enjoying the symphony. Virginia is survived by her brother Lynn J. Fackrell (Ethel), Hondo, Texas; 26 nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, nine siblings, one niece and two nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 15, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. in the 18th No. Ward Chapel (20th Ward Building) located at 2nd Avenue and "G" Street in Salt Lake City. Friends may call Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple or Friday at the Ward House from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be in the Bountiful City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund or Missionary Fund. The family would like to thank IHC Hospice staff and all the caregivers who thoughtfully cared for our dear aunt. Published in the Deseret News from 10/13/2004 - 10/14/2004. Fenstermacher, Cleo Clark Cleo Clark Fenstermacher 1919 ~ 2004 Cleo Clark Fenstermacher, our father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away early on this morning of October 12th, 2004. Cleo peacefully joined "mama", his wife and love of 64 years who passed away in May of this year. Dad was born in Huron, South Dakota on March 25, 1919, spent his youth working as a farm boy, moved with his family to California as a teenager where he met and courted, Margaret Marie Pierce, his lifetime love. Cleo served as a machinist mate in the Navy during World War II, worked as a welder and machinist for several years, and completed a career as a civilian quality control inspector for the U.S. Air Force. He was an accomplished jeweler, could repair anything, loved to work in his garden, was a willing helper to all, enjoyed playing just about any game, and was the devoted patriarch of our Fenstermacher family. Thanks "gramps" for the hugs, kisses, smiles, laughter, and for the love you shared with all of us. You are our Hero. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Fitzwater, Arley Alvin Arley Alvin Fitzwater 1918 ~ 2004 OPHIR- Arley A. Fitzwater, age 86, passed away Oct 11, 2004 in Tooele, UT with his family by his side. He was born Feb. 17, 1918 in St. John, Washington to Elihu M. Fitzwater and May Poston Fitzwater. He married Stella Holtzman Dec. 1952 in Las Vegas, NV. He loved restoring antique cars and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Arley resided in Ophir for 52 years where everybody came to know and love him as "PARD". He is survived by one daughter, Lalla (Al) Isi of Tooele, UT; two sisters, Goldie (Dick) Tuininga and Nell (Burl) Hamilton of Spokane, WA; brother Cecil Fitzwater of Spark, NV; granddaughters Connie Cordova and Juanita Cox of Grant, AL, Susan Polda of Las Vegas, NV; Tammy (John) Elorriaga of Nampa, ID; Jamie (Mark) Caldwell of Tooele, UT; and Kim (Lee) Gillespie of Stockton, UT; eight great- grandchildren and three great-great- grandchildren. Arley was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, daughter Zelma Key, son Stan Holtzman and grandson Terry Isi. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 15, 2004 at Tate Mortuary, Tooele, UT at 11:00 a.m. Viewing will be from 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Hughes, Dan Gomer Hughes 1921 ~2004 Gomer Ellis Hughes, 82, humble, caring, and loving husband, father and brother passed away Friday, October 8, 2004 in Grapevine, Texas surrounded by family.Born November 21, 1921 in Malad, Idaho to Gomer Hughes and Mary Edith Bolingbroke. Married Lois Catten March 18, 1966 in the Salt Lake Temple. A Naval Veteran of World War II and Pearl Harbor survivor. Gomer worked for 35 years at Tooele Army Depot as a heavy mobile equipment mechanic. He resided in Magna, Utah for over 50 years and was a member of the LDS Church in the Spencer 3rd Ward. Gomer Ellis was a high priest and served as temple worker for 12 years in the Jordan River Temple. Survivors: wife, Lois; sons, Gomer Ellis, Grapevine, TX; and Daniel L. Southlake, TX; four grandchildren; sister, Mary Jean, Plymouth, UT. Funeral, Saturday noon at the Spencer 3rd Ward Chapel, 8181 W. 3320 S. Magna. Friends call 10 - 11:30 before funeral at the chapel. Burial Memorial Estates Redwood. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. James, Dawn G. Dawn G. James 1926 ~ 2004 Hope Dawn Gardiner James, 77, passed away October 11, 2004, at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center from complications relating to the cancer she had patiently and valiantly endured for 18 months. Born to Frederick and Hope Hulet Gardiner on December 30, 1926 in Peterson, Utah, Dawn was raised in Malta, Idaho. She attended Albion Normal School in Albion, Idaho, and graduated in elementary education from Utah State University in 1949. She taught school in Park Valley, Utah from 1949 to 1951 and again from 1953 to 1954. From 1951 to 1953, Dawn served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the West Central States Mission. She married Sydney C. James on April 16, 1954, in the Logan Temple; they celebrated their 50th anniversary earlier this year. Dawn and Syd have one son and four daughters, born in Idaho, Utah, Oregon, New Mexico, and Iowa. The family spent 20 years in Ames, Iowa, before moving to Orem, Utah in 1983, where they have resided since. Talented in the homemaking arts, Dawn particularly enjoyed baking, sewing, gardening, painting in oils and watercolor, reading, and doing family history and name-extraction work. Besides fulfilling teaching and leadership positions in the LDS Church on the ward and stake levels, Dawn joined Syd in serving two missions as a senior couple. From 1994 to 1996, they served in Adam-ondi-Ahman, Missouri; from 1999 - 2001, they taught English to Doctors and medical professionals in Hanoi, Vietnam, and Vientiane, Laos. She is survived by her husband; daughter Susan (Martin) Holman of Greenville, MA; son, Clair F. (Bernice) James of Blacksburg, VA; daughter, Cheryl (Scott) Taylor of Provo; daughter, LeAnn (Michael) Hunter of Lehi; daughter, Jennifer (Jonathan) Spell of Orem; 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by siblings, James (Carol) Gardiner of Glendale, CA; Golden (Barbara) Gardiner of Malta; Mary Gardiner of Salt Lake; Gloria (Dean) Ottley of Quincey, WA; and Frank (Lillian) Gardiner of Provo. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Robert H. Gardiner and a sister, Margaret Ottley. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004, at 11:00 a.m., in the Sunset Heights LDS Stake Center, 1260 South 400 West, Orem. Friends may call at the Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 East Center Street, Friday evening, from 6-8 p.m., or Saturday morning, at the Stake Center, one hour prior to services. Interment, Orem City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. James, Robbie Robbie James 12/30/61 ~ 10/10/04 Robbie James, age 42, our beloved brother, son, uncle and friend passed away Oct 10, 2004 of natural causes. Rob was born December 30, 1961 in Salt Lake City, Utah to David and Susan James. His life was dedicated to family and friends. He loved the outdoors, music and his friends. Rob will always be remembered for his never-ending sense of humor, his big smile, hearty laughter and his outlook on life. Rob lived his life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts and thoughts. Survived by his mother, Susan; sisters, Joni Briggs, Toni Irizarry, Teresa Santistevan, Denise James, Shannon Newton, Selis Dixey and Anissa James; brothers, Floyd and Delbert James. Preceded in death by his father, David James Sr. and brother, David James Jr. and 11 nephews and five nieces. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a visitation at 10:45 a.m. prior to the service on Saturday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Marcus, Grant Figgins Grant Figgins Marcus 1925 ~ 2004 Grant Figgins Marcus, 79, died on Oct. 13, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born on February 21, 1925 in Burley, Idaho to Robert Edgar Marcus and Lillian Beatrice Figgins. Her married Dawn Pratt Marcus on May 27, 1949. He was an accomplished artist, teacher and fashion illustrator. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He will be missed dearly by all. He is survived by his son Kevin G. Marcus, his daughters, Kimberly (Randall) Gaither and Karen (Jonathan) Brooks and five grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Dawn, parents, brothers Max and Jack. Special thanks to his friends and caregivers at Holladay Health Care Center. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South (Bengal Blvd). Friends and family may call Saturday from 12:30 to 1:45 prior to services. Interment Mountain View Memorial Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. McGraw, Grace Julander Unsworth Grace Julander Unsworth McGraw "SelflessLove " Our precious mother, grandmother, aunt and friend peacefully awoke into God's hands early Saturday morning, October 9, 2004 surrounded by loved ones. Our sweet angel mother will be greatly missed by all who knew her and will be joyfully welcomed by all who were awaiting her arrival. Born December 7, 1919, the youngest of 14 children, in Monroe, Utah, daughter of John William and Ida Delight Asay Julander. Married Dale Dalton; he preceded her in death. Married Kenneth Unsworth; later divorced. Married Manning "Red" McGraw; he preceded her in death. She was a faithful member of the LDS Church where she served in many callings which included being the youngest lady missionary. She served in the Eastern Central States Mission. Grace was the perfect example of Christ-like love. She had unconditional love not only for her family, for everyone whose life she ever touched. She had a special fondness for Christmas and would buy a special gift for every family member and then some. Music and dancing always delighted her, especially the songs from her youth. Her kindness and love gave her a special glow which attracted children of all ages. Grace loved her dolls and had collected thousands of them. She also loved her animals as well as the flowers, birds and all of God's creations. God had given her a special gift to communicate with others and had friends throughout the world that she has kept in touch with. Survived by daughter, Wanona (Paul) Pixton; sons, Leon (Wendy), Monty (Elizabeth), Larry (Karen) Ted (Gerri), Kenley (Marilyn); stepchildren, Bruce (Gayle), Marcia (Tom); 32 grandchildren; 57 great-grand-children; seven great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by three husbands; seven brothers; six sisters. "Good-bye, Mom, ~ love you" Funeral services will be held Friday, October 15, 2004, 12:00 noon at Taylorsville 39th Ward, 4932 South 3200 West. A viewing will be held Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Friday at the church, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News from 10/12/2004 - 10/14/2004. Mitchell, Mae P. Mae P. Mitchell 5/21/18 ~10/11/04 WOODS CROSS- Our loving mother, grandmother, great-grand-mother, and friend, Mae Parkin Mitchell, age 86, passed away Monday, October 11, 2004, at her daughter's home in Herriman, Utah, of congestive heart failure. She was born May 21, 1918, in Woods Cross, Utah, the daughter of Heber and Mary Jane Betts Parkin. She married Blaine W. Mitchell on October 11, 1940, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She was an active member of the LDS Church and held many church positions throughout her life. She has been an angel among us and has given countless hours of service to her family, friends, and community. We will dearly miss her as she has made all our lives better. Some of her lifetime loves were singing, dancing, talking with and serving friends. She loved to cook and everyone will miss her hot rolls, pies, and cream puffs. She worked at Cudahy's for over 20 years and then managed the LDS Garment Distribution Center in Bountiful for 17 years. She was a volunteer in the Bountiful LDS Temple and Lakeview Hospital. She was proud to be part of Senior Friends and a longtime member of DUP. Survived by her son, Dr. Richard Mitchell (Gail), and daughters Sandra Stout (Norman), Dixie Dansie (Richard), Mary Egan (Robin), and by 21 grandchildren and 42 great-grand-children, two of whom are deceased. Preceded in death by her husband, Blaine, on December 15, 1972; her sisters, Ruth, Nell, and Sarah, and by her brothers, Lewis, Merrill, Lorin, Elias, Stewart, and John. Friends may call Thursday, October 14, 2004, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main. Services will be held at the Woods Cross LDS Ward building located at 1335 West 1500 So. on Friday, October 15, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. Special thanks to Life Care Center of Bountiful, Applegate Hospice Care, to many friends, relatives, neighbors and to Amy Clark and Elena Martinez for such tender loving care during her last days on earth. Online guest book and directions map at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 10/13/2004 - 10/14/2004. Mockler, Rosgena RosgenaMockler "Rose" Rosgena "Rose" Mockler was born on October 26, 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio, and passed away on October 12, 2004, in Carrollton, Texas. A resident of the Dallas area since 1984, Rose was a member of the Arboretum and held season tickets to the Dallas Symphony for the past several years. Rose is survived by her husband, Patrick Mockler; son, Bradley Longcrier; son, Zackery Mockler; parents, Jay and Sarah Ostler; seven sisters, Sally Morwood, Rachel Fullmer, Rebekah Blackburn, Verna Greenwell, Camille Thompson, Mary Ostler, and Julie Rocque; brothers, Jay and Douglas Ostler. Family will receive friends on Thursday, October 14, 2004, from 6-8 p.m. at Restland Funeral Home. Services will be on Friday, October 15, 2004, at 9:30 a.m. at Restland Wildwood Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Susan G. Kormen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Molyneux, Matthew K. Matthew K. Molyneux 1988 ~ 2004 Our beloved son, grandson and friend Matthew K. Molyneux, l6, returned to Heavenly Father on Oct. l2, 2004 to be reunited with his grandfather and great-grandparents. Matthew was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on Sept. 2l, l988 to his proud parents Terry K and Carma Jane Molyneux. He is survived by his parents Terry and Carma; grandparents Helen Molyneux and Kay and Jane Sherman; aunt Tanni, Christy, Eilean, Gaynell and Uncle Allen. Also many cousins Great Aunts, Uncles and friends. Matt was an Eagle Scout, a National Honor Roll student and 1st Place winner of Science and Engineering, Math and Physics at the Junior Fair at Weber State University (Which is the Cheapest Light Bulb to Operate) and Pres. George W. Bush Education Award Program. He made everyone proud of him. He was his father's best friend, and the love of his mother. His kind heart and tender spirit will be missed deeply. His love for cars was his most favorite hobby. WE LOVE YOU SWEETHEART. Funeral services will be held Sat. at l:00 p.m. at the Wasatch 5th LDS Ward Chapel 8100 Top of the World Dr. where friends may call one hour prior. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Funeral Directors Broomhead Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Olsen, Ranae Crouch Ranae Crouch Olsen 3/23/65 ~ 10/13/04 FARMINGTON - Ranae Crouch Olsen, 39, passed away October 13, 2004 at her home after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Beauty, grace, class and Christ-like behavior describe the woman whose feet graced this good earth. She was born March 23, 1965 in Salt Lake City to Morris and Phyllis Crouch. Graduated from Granite High School in 1983. Married Taud Olsen on February 24, 1984 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She was an active member of the LDS Church and served her Father in Heaven in various positions including Relief Society, Young Women's and Primary. She loved her family. Her husband and daughters were her world and she exemplified everything good about being a wife, mother and daughter of God. She is survived by her adoring husband, Taud, who maintains no man has loved and cherished a woman more than he has of she, and their three daughters: Kristin (Jon) Budge; Lindsay and Jaimee; her father, Morris (Jerree) Crouch; brother, Max (Vickie) Crouch; sisters, Joan (Val) Langston, Connie (Dave) Klemme, Peggy (Kevin) Rudd and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her mother, Lucy Phyllis Crouch. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004 at the Farmington South LDS Stake Center, 695 South 200 East, Farmington, Utah, where friends may call Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Interment-Farmington City Cemetery. Special thanks to so many friends, ward members and staff at Utah Cancer Specialists and Hospice for their tender care. Funeral directors-Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Pehrson, Barbara Roskelley Barbara Roskelley Pehrson 1931 ~2004 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend completed her mission here on earth on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 after a long and courageous fight with illness. She has exemplified a tremendous legacy of faith, courage, and love, leaving this world a better place. Born June 9, 1931 in Ethel, Washington to Gilbert and Wanda Bingham Roskelley. She attended BYU, where she met her beloved husband. She married Joseph Pehrson on July 9, 1951 in Concord, California. Solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple March 17, 1953. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, children, Karen (Richard) Bainbridge of Westminster, CO, Michael (Shauna) Pehrson of South Jordan, UT, Derk (Julia) Pehrson of Salt Lake, UT, Brad (Alexis) Pehrson of Salt Lake, UT, James (Maria) Pehrson of Blackfoot, ID, and Chad (Veronica) Pehrson of South Jordan, UT; 24 grandchildren, and 16 great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Gale, sister Juanita, and brothers Jack and Vance, and grandson Anthony John (Tony Baloney). She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she served many years in various capacities, including more than 10 years as the Stake Relief Society President. At her passing, she was serving a mission with her husband at St. Joseph's Villa. She cherished her membership of many years as a member of the DUP (Daughters of the Utah Pioneers). She loved flowers, music, fishing, the beautiful outdoors, handworks, cooking, and giving of her time in the service of many people throughout the years. Thanks to the loving care provided by Doctors Lundsberg, Edwards, and Linde, and nurses and staff of Cottonwood hospital and St Joseph's Villa. A viewing will be held Friday, October 15, 2004, at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State St. from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 11:00 at the LDS Chapel at 4220 South 420 East, Salt Lake City. Friends and family may come to a viewing prior to the actual service from 10:00-10:45. Interment will be held in the Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Peterson, Martha Almira Martha Almira Peterson Peterson Rancho Santa Fe, CA Martha Almira Peterson Peterson was born April 29, 1923 in Logan, Utah, the daughter of E.G. and Phoebe Nebeker Peterson. She passed away after a long illness on October 11, 2004. Survivors are her husband, Nad A. Peterson of Rancho Santa Fe, CA and five children: Anne Carroll (Stan) Darger, Boise, ID; Christian (Anne) Peterson, Salt Lake City, UT; Elizabeth Chase (Henry) Ingersoll, Rancho Santa Fe, CA; Lane (Jodelle) Peterson, Salt Lake City, UT; Robert (Kathleen) Peterson, Westlake Village, CA. Brother, Chase N. Peterson, Park City, UT. Brother-in-law Madison H. Thomas, Salt Lake City; Sister-in-law Catherine F. Peterson, Logan, UT. 12 granddaughters, seven grandsons. Martha graduated with a BA degree from Utah State University, Logan, UT. She studied Social Work at the University of Utah and earned her MS degree in Social Work from Catholic University of America, Washington D.C. She married Nad A. Peterson in the Salt Lake Temple on September 7, l948 and during their 56 year marriage they lived in the Washington D.C. area l948-1957, Los Angeles 1957-1977, Newport Beach 1977-1993, and Rancho Santa Fe from 1993 to the present. Martha was a life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Her Church service included Junior Sunday School, Primary, Relief Society, Temple worker, and various Church choirs and choral groups. She was also affiliated with the Mary Duque Guild (Children's Hospital of Los Angeles), California Utah Women, The Columbia Group, Lambda Delta Sigma, and Chi Omega Fraternity. She served as an officer and director of Ettie Lee Homes for Youth for 25 years beginning in 1976. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, homemaker and loyal friend. She was accomplished and honored in each of these roles. Her table was always a gathering place for friends and family where she nourished both body and soul with wisdom, love, insight, character, and wonderful food. She loved good music, tennis, needle point, bridge, good literature, children's books, flowers, and especially babies. In her last years she was a victim of Parkinson's disease (1995) and Alzheimer's disease (1999) and was an example of strength and courage throughout. Funeral Services will be at the Del Mar Ward, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 12701 Torrey Bluff Drive, San Diego, CA on Saturday October 16th, 2004 at 11:00 am, with a viewing beginning 9:30 am. (I-5 to Del Mar Heights Rd. exit. East, one mile. Right onto Torrey Ridge Dr. Torrey Ridge Dr. ends in Church parking lot.) There will be a graveside service at the Logan City Cemetery, Logan, UT., on Tuesday, October 19th, 2004 at l:00 p.m. Martha's most favored charity was: Ettie Lee Homes for Youth and Family Services, 5146 North Maine Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA 91706-0339. Memories of Martha and wishes to the family may be e-mailed to: marthapetersonpeterson@yahoo.com Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Pexton, Monna Lee Monna Lee Pexton 1946 ~ 2004 Monna Lee Jones Pexton, 58, of Nephi, passed away surrounded by her beloved family, following a valiant fight with Pancreatic cancer, and numerous other lifelong health challenges, in Provo, Utah Oct. 13, 2004. She was born February 17, 1946, in Payson, Utah, to Ronald Crosland Jones and Barbara Faye Winter Jones. She married W. Leon Pexton, for time and for all eternity on June 17, 1966, in the Manti LDS Temple. They were lifetime sweethearts and best friends since the second grade. She was an active member of the LDS Church, and served in many positions, including Primary Teacher, Primary Organist, Primary President, Stake Primary Presidency, Junior Sunday School Coordinator, Young Women's President, Relief Society Compassionate Service Leader, and was an extremely devoted visiting teacher. Her favorite calling, of many, many years, was serving as the Primary Organist. She loved the simple, yet beautiful gospel messages contained within the verses of Primary songs. She loved nothing more than to hear the sound of children's voices in church services and community productions. Monna Lee was constantly devoted to the well-being of others, which was apparent in her everyday deeds. Her enthusiastic character, zest for life, and love of the gospel was made manifest by the many friends whose lives she touched. Indeed, she was a friend to all! To meet Monna Lee was to be assured of a warm and genuine smile, and the assurance of a lifelong, loyal friendship. Most of all, she cherished the time spent with her family. She is survived by her husband of 38 years and her father, both of Nephi; one daughter and two sons: Kina Marie (Bryant) Yates, of Salem, UT; Kelly Leon (Sheri) Pexton of Moreno Valley, CA and Kyle Jones (Shannon) Pexton, of Springville, UT; eight grandchildren--Cecily, Jeffrey, Kayla, Claire, Ryan, Kate, Sarah, and Tanner; two brothers, Mark Ronald (Patty) Jones, of Nephi; and Merrill Winter (Alice) Jones, of Pocatello, Idaho; and her cherished nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother. The family expresses its sincere appreciation and love to her attending physician of over 20 years, Dr. Thomas A. Dickinson, whom she greatly admired. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2004, at 300 North 100 West, in the Nephi Utah Stake Center, in Nephi, Utah. Friends may call at the Anderson Funeral Home, 94 West 300 North, Nephi, Utah, on Friday evening from six to eight p.m., and at the chapel on Saturday, one hour prior to the services. Internment will be among generations of her family in the Vine Bluff Cemetery, Nephi, Utah. Mom, you will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we will miss you. We love you! Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Rasmussen, Juanita Irene Perrett Juanita Irene Perrett Rasmussen (Nita ) LaLa Poopsie Juanita Irene Perrett Rasmussen, age 66, passed away peacefully October 10, 2004 in Taylorsville, Utah after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 30, 1938 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Herbert John Perrett and Ruth Love Perrett. She graduated from South High School. Juanita married Ray Clarance Rasmussen on August 31, 1974 in Elko, Nevada. She loved crocheting, was an avid reader and had many collections, her angels and dolls being her joy. She worked the last 10 years at the S.L.C. Sheriff's Department and made many friends. She was a loving grandma; she loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly. Special thanks to Hospice for all of their loving care and support, especially Jacque. Special love felt thanks to my sister Starr, granddaughter, Ginger and grandson, Shaun for the great love and care to Nita. Juanita is survived by her loving husband, Ray; daughters, Jody (Wayne) Goff, Pam Rasmussen and Patrice (Kirk) Moser; sons, Steven Rasmussen and Scott (Tora) Rasmussen; sisters, Nola (Tony) Daimico, Arlene (Gerald) Stephens and Starr Hollingsworth; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, parents and sister. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 10/13/2004 - 10/14/2004. Scherzinger, Narvel Joseph Narvel Joseph Scherzinger "Together Again With His Cherished Love" Narvel Joseph Scherzinger, loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, great-great-grand-father, brother, uncle and friend passed away at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 9, 2004. He was born January 20, 1916, in Louisville, Kentucky, son of Rudy Scherzinger and Adaline Schaeffer. Married Lanore Wilkes of Afton, Wyoming on August 20, 1937, in St. Charles, Idaho. Later solemnized in the Idaho Falls Temple on July 11, 1946. He met Lanore while serving in the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC's). His greatest pleasure was Lanore and was broken hearted not being with her after she passed away April 28, 2003. Dad lovingly took care of Mom for many years during her health problems and wanted to make sure he was always there to take care of her so no one else needed to. He said, "I don't know why she married me, I'm the luckiest man in the world to have had such a wonderful wife." "My life is like a fairy tale, if I hadn't lived it myself I wouldn't have believed it." Narvel attended school in Louisville and joined the CCC's serving in Wyoming, California, and Nevada for 42 months. His greatest accomplishment in the CCC's was being the 1st Sergeant. "I thought I was the best d-m sergeant they had and I was proud of my service in the conservation." He took 2nd place in the District middleweight boxing championship of the CCC's. Upon returning to Louisville after the CCCs he worked at a variety of jobs, the last being with C.T. Dearing Printing Company the Louisville Newspaper, where he worked as the Superintendent. The first 10 years of their marriage they lived in Louisville, Kentucky and moved to Salt Lake City in 1947. He worked for the Salt Lake Newspaper Agency and the Newspaper Agency Corporation for 49 years and was a General Foreman. He was a member of the Salt Lake Mailer Union 21 and served in the position of Secretary/Treasurer. Narvel was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as the Louisville Branch Sunday School Teacher and later as the Branch President. He served in the Salt Lake Liberty Stake, 3rd Ward in the positions of Teachers Quorum Adviser, Sunday School Teacher, Aaronic Priesthood Secretary, Ward Clerk, First counselor in the Bishopric, and the Bishop. The familiar statement was "Once a 3rd Warder, Always a 3rd Warder." He later served as Liberty Stake High Council, 2nd Counselor in the Stake Presidency, and Stake President. Other positions he held in the church were as the Regional Welfare Representative, President and Counselor of the Jail Branch in Salt Lake, and he was instrumental in the organization and implementation of the first branches of the Danish, Norwegian, Tongan, Chinese, Japanese (Dai Ichi), Mexican, and Genesis groups. He has many accomplishments in Scouting and served in this organization all of his life. Those accomplishments included receiving an award for his 55 years of service to the scouting program August 2004, the Silver Beaver Award, serving as Scouting District Chairman, attending Wood Badge in Shavers Lake, California (this was one of his very proud moments). While at Wood Badge he saw the first satellite while lying on the beach at Shavers Lake. He attended Philmont as a Boy Scout leader. He enjoyed participating in 14 years of taking boy scouts on the Snake River Canoe Trips in Wyoming. He had many wonderful and exciting stories to tell about his adventures on the river. He was one of the first two representatives from Utah to participate in the United States Delegation on Scouting to go to Russia, and was the Boy Scouts District Chair on Scouting for Food from the time it started until 2002. He received numerous awards for his volunteer work. He was in charge of organizing the volunteers through The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to help serve breakfast on Saturdays at St. Vincent de Paul for 14 years as the Regional Representative on Welfare. He was known as the egg man and was given the Golden Egg Award by St. Vincent de Paul. Other awards he received were the Utah Volunteer, the JC Penney Golden-Rule Award, and the Angel Among Us Recognition given to him by Channel 4. He will be greatly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grand-children, great-great-grandchild, sister, nieces, nephews, and friends. You wouldn't walk into his house without giving hugs, kisses and grunts. He was a caring and compassionate man who loved to serve. He didn't care what, where, the time of day or night, or who needed service; he was there to help. It didn't matter where he was, he always ran into people he knew or made new friends, no one was a stranger. His examples of Christ-like love, service, and his faith is an inspiration to all those who knew him. Many expressed that he was a hero to them. He is survived by his children: Narvel Edmond (Dee) Scherzinger of West Valley, Mary Jaeger of Taylorsville, Michael (Patricia) of West Valley, Joseph (Esther) Scherzinger of West Valley, Joyce Hunter of Magna, James (Teri) Scherzinger of Kearns, June (Gordon) Solomon of West Jordan, and Jolene (Walter) Zoellner of Taylorsville. They have 67 grandchildren, 69 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Other family members include his beloved sister Cherie (Robert) Funk, beloved sisters-in-law Virginia, wife of Dempsey Scherzinger, Jeanette, wife of Rudie Scherzinger, Lucy, wife of Murray Wilkes, along with many nieces and nephews. Also included is Patricia Pakiser of Salt Lake whom was one of the family. Preceded in death by his eternal companion Lanore, parents, daughters Bessie (died in infancy) and Nancy Graham, who died on November 25, 2003, siblings, Leona Barrett, Rudie Scherzinger, and Dempsey Scherzinger, also his brothers-in-law Howard Wilkes, and Murray Wilkes, sisters-in-law Arvilla Humburg, and Mary Spackman, daughter-in-law, Janice Scherzinger, wife of Narvel Edmond, son-in-law, James Graham, husband of Nancy, grandchildren, Monica Coleman, daughter of Michael (Patricia), Brigham Scherzinger, son of Joseph (Esther), great-grandchild, Nathan Jorgensen, son of DeAnne (Keith). The family wishes to express their thanks to everyone in Hospice, especially Glenna, Kristen, and David who took care of him. A special thanks to DeAnne Jorgensen and Kristy Nichols, granddaughters, who came once a week to care for him. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request that donations be made to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Missionary Fund, Boy Scouts of America, St. Vincent de Paul, or the Salvation Army. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 12:00 noon at the McKinley Ward located at 1883 South West Temple under the direction of Deseret Mortuary. A viewing will be held Wednesday, October 13, 2004 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Deseret Mortuary located at 36 East 700 South and from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be at the Redwood Memorial Estates located at 6500 South Redwood Road. Published in the Deseret News from 10/12/2004 - 10/14/2004. Steers, Geraldine Lowe Geraldine Lowe Steers "Gerrie" Geraldine Lowe "Gerrie" Steers, our beloved wife, mom and grandmother passed away Oct. 12, 2004. She was born April 28, 1930 in Logan, Utah to Dennis C. and Mae Lowe of Franklin, Idaho. She is survived by her husband, Ted E. Steers, two daughters, Dixie (Mrs. Don) Suite of Midvale, Utah, and Shellie (Mrs. Tony) Rusho of Cedar Park, Texas, a brother Dennis (and Gloria) Lowe of Franklin, Idaho, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She and Ted were married in the Logan Temple in 1948 (56 years ago). She was an active member of the LDS Church, and held numerous positions, including RS President, Primary President, Stake auditor, Mutual Officer and taught many classes. She worked in the Finance Dept. of the LDS Church Headquarters and retired in 1992. She loved golf, reading and most important her family and grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Bountiful Hills Ward, 1190 East Bountiful Hills Drive, Bountiful, Utah. Friends may call Friday evening 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and Saturday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior services. Interment-Preston City Cemetery @ 2:30 p.m. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Swallow, George Leroy George Leroy Swallow 1916 ~ 2004 George Leroy (Dick) Swallow, age 88, passed away October 10, 2004, in Adrian, Orgeon, at the home of his son, David L. Swallow. He was born May 5, 1916, in Pocatello Idaho, to George B and Alta Poppleton Robinson Swallow. He graduated from Pocatello High School and attended Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho. He married Helen Evans on November 17, 1954, in the Salt Lake Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for forty years in Pocatello, Idaho and Salt Lake City, Utah, retiring in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1976, as chief clerk at the freight office. George was active in the LDS church all of his life, serving in many positions in both wards and stakes. He is survived by wife and two sons from a previous marriage David L (Anne) of Adrian Oregon; and Richard K (Ann) of South Lake Tahoe California; his brother James C Swallow and sister Bernice (Stephen) Clark of Pocatello, Idaho; sisters Leah (Garth) Rudd of Denver Colorado; Norma Newbould Casselbury of Bountiful Utah; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by parents, brother Ray, one great grandson and one great granddaughter. A viewing will take place Saturday, October 16, 2004 from 10 to 10:45 a.m., followed by a graveside service at 11am, at the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah 84106. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Tronier, Vondell A. Miss Vondell A.Tronier 1929 ~ 2004 Funeral Services for Miss Vondell A. Tronier, 74, of 1397 E. Vine Street, SLC, who died October 11, 2004, will be conducted Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 11 am at the Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary at 4670 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Viewing Friday, Oct 15th, from 7-9 and one hour prior to services. Interment in Holladay Memorial Park. Miss Tronier was a native of Salt Lake City, Utah; She managed the Tronier Flower House for 40 years and was active in many bowling leagues. Vondell was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a retired florist. Survivors include her brother, Ronald B. Tronier, Aiken; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Mortuary of Murray. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Walker, Aileen Worthen Aileen Worthen Walker 1920 ~ 2004 Early on the morning of 12 Oct. 2004 Aileen Worthen Walker, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, quietly slipped away from her mortal life into a better place filled with welcoming loved ones. Born 17 Jan. 1920 to Vernon and Lorna Perkins Worthen in Glenwood, Utah, she was the first of four children. After but one year away, her family soon moved back to St. George where her father taught school for 41 years and she spent the rest of her childhood through her young womanhood. She attended Dixie Junior College and later graduated from Brigham Young University. She was to take further courses from BYU and USU for enjoyment and to re-certify. Aileen began teaching school in Rockville, Utah. As they only hired single female teachers back then she had to get permission from the school superintendent to get married. He agreed if she would finish the year. She married J. LeRoy Walker 25 Dec. 1941 in St. George. She stayed in Rockville and he returned to construction work in the Ogden/Hill Field Air Base area. This union was solemnized 19 May 1942 in the St. George Temple and would last 74 days short of a 63rd anniversary in mortality - with an eternity to come. Music was always a vital part of her life. Whether when accompanying her father as he sang, playing xylophone solos, piano in dance bands, drums and tympani in college bands, listening to musical favorites, attending opera productions, or just engaging in family sing-a-longs in cars or at home, music truly enriched and flavored her days. She taught school for several years in Logan, UT and Japan. She is remembered also for her years of volunteer service as an officer in the PTA, the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, and the Orem Women's Club. For most of her lifetime she served in special callings for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in a number of locations in the U.S., in Japan, France, and Germany. Leaving children and grandchildren was difficult, but she filled an 18-month full time mission with her husband in Western Australia in 1987-88. Aileen was preceded in death by her sister, Nevada, and a brother, Robert Verne, neither of whom lived to their third birthday; by her parents, a daughter, Toni Walker, and a grandson, Mike Walker. She is survived by her husband, Roy of Orem, UT; two sons, Jae L. Walker (Kathleen) of Glendora, CA and Larry Walker (Vickie) of Blue Ridge, TX; daughters Leslie Tomlinson (Ian) of Las Vegas, NV; Lynne Newton (Charles) of South Jordan, UT; Jerri Sume (Gary) of West Jordan, UT and a brother, Vern Worthen (LuDean) of Draper, UT. Her posterity now numbers 16 granddaughters, 16 grandsons, 28 great-grandchildren and six more expected by spring. This special lady will be best remembered for a lifetime filled with enthusiasm for learning -- about wildlife, places, and cultures; her great joy being with family, extended family and her many friends, and especially her outstanding example of lifelong service to all. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 16 Oct at 11:00 a.m. at the Orem, Utah Sharon Stake Center located at 545 South 800 East. There will be a viewing from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, 15 Oct at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North in Orem and prior to the services from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the Stake Center. Burial will be in the Orem City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. West, E. Geraldine E. Geraldine West 6/21/1932 ~ 10/7/2004 Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, neighbor and friend, Geraldine West, who blessed the lives of everyone whom she knew, passed away in her home in Arlington Heights, Illinois on October 7, 2004. Geraldine was born to Searen Hansen and Evelean Coburn on June 21, 1932 in Preston, Idaho. She married her sweetheart, Owen D. West, Jr. on December 23, 1953 in the Idaho Falls temple. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Stalwart and true to the teachings of the Savior, Geraldine served her family and fellowman all the days of her mortal life. A faithful wife and dedicated, loving and devoted mother, she unselfishly encouraged, supported and worked to help fulfill her family's hopes and dreams. Geraldine was a registered nurse, specializing in coronary and intensive care units. She also utilized these skills teaching first aid, CPR and nutrition within the community. She touched many lives as a member of the speaker's bureau for the American Red Cross, Chicago Heart Association and the American Cancer Society. She was active with the Boy Scouts of America, serving as an executive board member and received the Silver Beaver and Wood Badge Awards. Geraldine served generously in the various auxiliaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in presidencies of Relief Society, Young Women's and Primary at both the ward and stake levels. She enriched the minds of youth as she inspired them to strengthen their own testimonies during early morning seminary. Geraldine supported her husband as he served as Bishop, Stake President, and then served full time at his side as he was called to preside over the Utah Ogden Mission from 1991 to 1994. Upon their return, they were immediately called to serve in the Chicago Illinois Temple presidency until 1997. They continued their service by traveling the North America Central Area as the Family History Advisors until 2002. Recently, Geraldine has served as Owen's primary caregiver since he was diagnosed with Primary Cardiac Amyloidosis, a rare bone marrow disorder. Geraldine's home was a refuge, a piece of heaven on earth, created through great love and selfless service. She loved life and learning. She was noble in her motherhood and found joy in womanly arts of homemaking. Her motto was, "If it's worth doing, it's worth doing well." She made everything beautiful, accomplishing every undertaking with a flair. Geraldine was an artist in every sense of the word. She was an elegant, refined woman of faith. She epitomized the Relief Society's motto, "Charity Never Faileth." She was no stranger to hard work. A tireless angel, she crocheted leper bandages and wrote notes of encouragement to literally thousands. It seemed as though she could do everything and she did! She cooked, she sewed, she canned, she painted, she was a beautiful calligrapher. She was a poet, she had a green thumb she could make anything grow. She was a gourmet cook who loved to share delicious meals with those in need. She extended her knowledge to the community as she taught canning, emergency preparedness, dehydrating food, first aid, and CPR training. Geraldine is survived by her husband, Owen D. West, Jr, her children Owen D. (Doreen) West, III of Arlington Heights, IL; Celestia Anne (Doug) Himstreet of Bountiful, UT; Melinda Ruth (Ken) Baugh of Cupertino, CA; and Brian David (Ginny) West of Worthington, MA; 15 grandchildren and two great-grand-daughters; brother Stephen and sister Linda. Funeral services were conducted in Arlington Heights, IL on October 12, 2004. Additional services will be held in Utah. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 16th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 S. 300 E., Pleasant Grove, UT. The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Pleasant Grove, Utah. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We love our mom. We will miss her, but keep her in our hearts and honor her by living the teachings of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Published in the Deseret News from 10/14/2004 - 10/15/2004. Westover, Nina Mae Searle Nina Mae Searle Westover 9/8/1902 ~ 10/10/04 Our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother died Sunday, October 10, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born September 8, 1902 in Payson, Utah to William Hill and Rose Alva Loveless Searle. She married Arthur Ellis Westover on June 28, 1920. Preceded in death by husband, Arthur, sons: Dee Lon and Ray Dell. Survived by children, Arthur (Jean), South Salt Lake City, Utah; Keith, San Jose, California; Nina Marie Shortino, Sandy, Utah; Gene (Delora), West Valley City, Utah; Richard (Jill), South Jordan, Utah; also, 28 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, and 44 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2004, 12 Noon at the Deseret Memorial Mortuary, 36 East 700 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. Family and friends may visit Friday, 6 8 p.m. and Saturday, one hour prior to services at Deseret Mortuary. Interment will be at Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004. Wilson, John "Richard" John "Richard" Wilson Beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather SALT LAKE CITY- John "Richard" Wilson, 69, returned to his Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 9, 2004. He was born February 11, 1935 in Park City, Utah, a son of Jack William Wilson and Dorothy (Langford) Wilson. He graduated from Park City High in 1953. Richard was inducted into the Army on October 14, 1954 where he served in the Korean Conflict, where he served as a radio operator. He was received an honorable discharge on August 3, 1956. Richard married Mary Catherine Perry on April 26, 1968 at home in Willard, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple on April 26, 1975. He served in different auxiliaries in the LDS church, mainly as a teacher and was a scout leader. Richard worked as a Commercial Artist for 20th Century Sign Company. He loved photography. In his younger days he was an avid snow skier, and he didn't mind being known as a crusty curmudgeon. Surviving is his wife, Mary Catherine, Salt Lake City; three children, David Alan (Intisar) Wilson, Palos Verdes Estate, CA; Dana (Mike) O'Neal, Georgetown, TX; Suzette Wilson Prevo, Sandy, UT; five grandchildren, Pierre Basmaji, Eli Wilson, Shauna O'Neal, Riley O'Neal and Felicia Prevo. Also surviving are his mother, Dorothy Wilson, one sister, Barbara Sanchez and one brother, David James Wilson. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Wilson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the Brookshire LDS Ward Chapel, 3487 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT. Friends may call on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Gillies-Petersen Funeral Chapel, 634 East 200 South, Brigham City and on Saturday at the church from 11:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Interment will be in the Willard City Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by the Combined Veterans of Box Elder County. You may extend condolences to the family at www.gilliespetersen.com. Published in the Deseret News on 10/14/2004.