OBITS: Deseret News 16 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 Ashby, Wayne J. Wayne J Ashby 1923 ~2004 Wayne J. Ashby passed away at his home in Taylorsville after a lingering illness October 14, 2004. He was born to John Latham and Mabell Lurina Pickup Ashby on July 14, 1923, in Altonah, Utah. He had resided in Taylorsville for past 23 years and in Ogden, Utah, previously for 26 years. He is survived by his wife, Jennette, whom he married in the Manti Temple in 1949; five children, Ruthmary (Ron) Nordgren, John Latham Ashby, Arlinda (Kelly) Hansen, David Christian Ashby and Kenneth Robert Ashby; three sisters, Edith Madsen, Geneva Pearson, and Melva (Chris) Sorensen; two brothers, Clarin D. (Margene) Ashby and Francis E. (Joyce) Ashby; two sisters-in-law, Ethel M. Ashby and Arla (Theron) DeMars. He was preceded in death by an infant son, J. Wayne, and two brothers, Evan and Leo. He had 17 grandchildren and five step-grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. As a young man he enjoyed swimming, hunting, fishing and riding horses. Growing up on a farm, he and his brother Evan milked 16 cows by hand every morning before school and in the evening, which he said was the reason he had such a firm handshake. He was a hard worker and one of his mottoes was a "full day's work for a day's wages". He lost his right leg in a farm accident when only four years old. Living far from a metropolitan area, he spent most of his growing up years on crutches while his artificial limb was mailed away for repairs. At age 29, in another farm accident with a corn picker, the fingers from his right hand were severed. As an airplane mechanic he did not give up but adapted to using tools with his left hand. He was a life-long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Over the years he was a diligent and faithful home teacher. Among the numerous Church callings he had were working with the Aaronic Priesthood in a variety of callings, serving in leadership positions in YMMIA and the High Priests' Groups and bishop's counselor in Milpitas, California. He was a stake missionary in two different wards, regional missionary to the Lamanites in Weber and Boxelder Counties and served nearly two years in the mission office in Minnesota Minneapolis Mission. He was employed by Hill Air Force Base for 27 years as an aircraft engine mechanic and inspector. He took two overseas assignments to Japan and Germany. He also worked at Marquardt Corporation in Ogden, and Lockheed Space and Missile in Sunnyvale, California. For 10 years he worked his own income tax preparation business in addition to working full time at Hill Air Force Base. Not only did he struggle to live an active, productive life with his physical limitations but he had several medical ailments--heart disease, prostrate cancer, diabetes, arthritis and finally macular degeneration which claimed most of his sight. Because his life was extended many years due to the goodness of the Lord through medical science, it was his wish to donate his body to the University of Utah Medical School to be used in research and study. In lieu of flowers or other tributes the family suggests that donations be made to the local boy scout troop, the Primary Medical Center, or the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be conducted at 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 23, 2004, in the Taylorsville 39th Ward, 4932 South 3200 West, Taylorsville, Utah. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Blackham, Meta Cornell Meta Cornell Blackham 1914 ~ 2004 Meta Cornell Blackham joined her eternal companion, Eugene, on Oct. 12, 2004. They were married August 15, 1938 in the Salt Lake Temple. Meta was born November 9, 1914 to Hollis Samuel and Margarethe Duerr Cornell. As a life long resident of Salt Lake City, Meta graduated from West High School. She was accomplished in many areas and developed endless skills throughout her life. She shared them generously with the Young Women Improvement Association, Home Culture Club and Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She dearly loved her years of association with the young women of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her service went above and beyond the ordinary. Her association made many life long friendships. It was the desire of Eugene and herself to serve a full time mission and they were able to honorably serve the Lord in four genealogy missions. Two were served in Salt Lake City. The others were in Independence, Missouri and England. Meta also loved to travel and took advantage of her opportunities, especially to visit her children as they moved around the world. Her eldest daughter Linda Nalder, her brother Hollis Samuel Cornell and her sister Eveline Cornell Neuffer preceded Meta in death. Those who love her and miss her the most are her children Gayle Harkness, Jeanine London, Jeanette Gorzitze, Marsha Siddoway and Scott Blackham. Also included are her devoted sister Ilene Balliet, 23 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 19, 2004, at 11 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State where friends may call Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday morning from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, at Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Campbell, Doyle W. Doyle W. Campbell 1/29/16 ~ 10/14/04 Doyle W. Campbell passed away suddenly of a stroke on October 14, 2004. Born January 29, 1916 in Emery, Utah to Thomas Campbell and Effie Christiansen Campbell. He married Erma Pulsipher on September 9, 1937. She preceded him in death after 63 years of marriage and wonderful memories and experiences. Dad served his country in the Army Infantry during World War II in the Philippines and Okinawa. He was quietly proud of his service there. Dad liked to hunt and fish and loved the outdoors and spent much time there in his younger years. Dad was a steel worker for Eimco for 30 years and often spoke of his trade, skills, and friends he made there. He is survived by his two children; son Jerry (Sherle) Campbell, daughter Patricia (Wayne) Spencer, brother John Campbell, sisters; Ellen Williams, Beulah Carr, and Josephine (Don) Smith, 11 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. Funeral services will be held on Monday October 18, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road. Friends and family are invited to call on Monday one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Redwood Memorial Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. 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. Edgel, Theda Jane Spriggs Theda Jane Spriggs Edgel 1922 ~ 2004 Jane Edgel died Thursday, October 14, 2004. She was 82 years old. Jane was born January 11, 1922 to William and Alberta Melvina Williams Spriggs. She married Herman H. Edgel in 1941. At the time of his death they had been married 58 years. Jane is survived by four children: Karren Olaveson (Jerry), Lavelle (MarJean), Chris and Von. Also survived by daughters-in-law Vicki and Debbie. Jane has six grandchildren: Shane Olaveson, Lori Lee Olaveson, Ike Edgel, Jed Edgel, Dan Edgel and Denney Edgel. She has six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Joyce Skinner of Beaver, Utah. Also surviving Jane are three brothers-in-law: Willis John Edgel (Sara), Grant C. Edgel (Dorothy), and Willard Lowe, as well as many nieces and nephews whom she cared for as her own. She was preceded in death by a son Jan, daughter-in-law Joy, five brothers and two sisters. Jane was a very successful mink rancher, but she felt her most important job was her family. There was always room in her home for anyone who needed a home. Her home was always open to extended family, friends and neighbors. The neighbor kids were always as welcome as her own family, always delighting in raiding her "cookie drawer." Jane was a wonderful nurturing mother with a special gift for loving and giving. We would like to extend a very special thank you to all of the wonderful people at the Bountiful Community Hospital. Jane formed many friendships while there. They loved Jane and Jane loved them. These wonderful caring, sharing and giving workers, nurses and aides became part of her family. She had a special gift of brightening their most dark days with words of counsel, encouragement, cheer, laughter, hope and love, while facing her own health challenges with great courage and optimism saying, "I have just been given one more mountain to climb." All of the earthly mountains have now all been climbed. Now, it is Jane's time to be free of pain, blindness and suffering. We would also like to extend our thanks and gratitude to a wonderful, one-of-a-kind volunteer named Corrie who loved Jane like a sister. Also, thank you to all of the other volunteers who made weekly visits to share with Jane and who made her life so pleasant. Jane leaves all of us with a huge void in our hearts, an empty space that can never be filled by anyone else. She will be sorely missed. As per Jane's wishes there will be no viewing or funeral services. A private service will be conducted at the interment. Published in the Deseret News on 10/16/2004. Franke, Kathleen P. Kathleen P. Franke 02/13/31 ~ 10/14/04 Kathleen P. Franke, daughter of Artie (Brady) Pett and Victor G. Pett, rejoined her previously deceased and profoundly missed husband, Rheem A. Franke, on October 14, 2004. She is an example of the finest of her generation, setting the standard for being a faithful wife, a loving mother, grandmother and friend, an honest businesswoman and a decent human being. Words are inadequate to describe her life. Those that knew her can rely on her many examples of living with unimpeachable personal integrity as demonstrated through not only her words, but also the actions of her lifetime. Kathleen is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She has also been a proud member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for 46 years. There will be a Beta Sigma Phi Broken Circle Ceremony held in her honor on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at the mortuary. She is survived by her children, Karla K. Duffin (Michael), Dennis and Robert A. Franke; her grandchildren, Jennifer, Matthew and Emily Duffin, her brothers, Robert V. Pett (Joyce) and Lynn F. Pett (Kathleen); her sisters, Betty Buenger, Elaine Nielsen (Conrad), and Helen Miller (Norman B.); many members of the Pett and Franke family and her many friends. The family would like to thank the Angels of the VistaCare Hospice who lovingly helped her and her family. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 18, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, where friends may call Sunday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Monday morning from 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. prior to services. Interment will be held at the Lakeview Cemetery located in Bountiful, Utah immediately following the services. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Guest Book Flowers & gifts Charities Gardner, Mary Ellen Shelton Mary Ellen Shelton Gardner "Grandma M & M" 1912 ~ 2004 Our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother, Mary Ellen Shelton Gardner, 92, passed away Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born Sept. 26, 1912, in American Fork, Utah, daughter of Joseph Richard and Ida May Pulley Shelton. Married Thomas Edward Gardner, Nov. 4, 1931, solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, March 17, 1959. They were married 54 years. She lived a life of service to her family and to her church, serving in many and varied capacities. Ellen along with her husband stared Ed Gardner Plumbing in 1952 and worked until she retired at age 89 in 2001. She had a love for sewing and her family. She is the mother of three children: Gerald Gardner, deceased (Lois); Mary Erickson (Wayne); Keith Gardner (Linda); grandmother of 13; great grandmother of 43; great-great grandmother of 17 and counting. Survived by a brother, Ken Shelton. Preceded in death by her husband, Ed Gardner; sisters, Dora Williams and LaVon Scott; brothers, Bill Shelton and Harry Shelton. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 18, 2004, 11 a.m. at the 31st Ward Chapel, 1058 East McClellan. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road. and at the ward 9:30 to 10:30 prior to services. Interment, Redwood Memorial Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Gomez, Ruben Michael Ruben Michael Gomez "Mike" Ruben Michael Gomez, age 60, passed away October 12, 2004 in Richmond, British Columbia. Born June 28, 1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah, son of Ruben Ramirez and Clotilda Ontiveros Gomez. Served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He relocated to Vancouver after his tour of duty but his heart was always in Salt Lake City where his family was. He had a gentle, laid-back personality and maintained a firm belief in God. He enjoyed cooking and found creative ways to prepare vegetarian Mexican-American food, and even snacks for his dogs, Sheba and Stoney, and spent a lot of time at their property in Point Roberts, WA. Survived by lifelong partner and friend, Murray Spitz; many extended friends in the Vancouver, British Columbia community; his parents; brothers and sisters, Richard P. (Janice), Murray; Carola (Seth) Ontiveros, Salt Lake City; Andrew V. (Beverlee) Gomez, St. George; David J. (Vicki) Gomez, West Valley; Jeanie Ferguson, Salt Lake City; Daniel G. (Pamela) Gomez, Cottonwood Heights; S. Tim (Marilee) Gomez, Cottonwood Heights; sister-in-law, Jeanette Gomez, Sandy; numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Funeral services will be held Monday, 12:00 noon at the South Cottonwood Ward, 5605 South Vine Street. A viewing will be held Monday at the church, 10 - 11:45 a.m. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Gough, Gwen Ackerman Gwen Ackerman Gough 4/3/27 ~ 10/14/04 "A Life well lived" "A Life well loved" Gwen's life exemplified all that's good and virtuous. She was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sweet sister and aunt. She was born April 3, 1927 in Widtsoe, Utah to Parley P. Ackerman and Diantha Sorenson Ackerman the fifth of seven children. She returned to her Heavenly Father on October 14, 2004 at her daughter's home in Murray. She was taken suddenly by Multiple Myeloma Cancer. She was married to her sweetheart Gale George Gough September 24, 1943; later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple September 7, 1979. Her strong testimony of the church was reflected by her exemplary life. Survived by her husband Gale, her daughter Sherry (Tom) Carlson of Bountiful; son Blaine (Lynda) Gough of Draper; son Brian Gough (fianc‚ Terri Olsen) of West Jordan; daughter Janet (Bert) Page; 26 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; sisters Lela Chapell, Viva Taylor, Melba Turner, Gelene (Dave) Davies, brother Boyd (Carol) Ackerman. Preceded in death by her mother, father and sister Vonda. We know they will be there to welcome her with open arms. Funeral Services will be held October 19, 2004 in the Draper 5th ward Chapel, 400 East Stokes Ave. (13580 So.) 12 noon. Family and friends may call Monday evening from 6 to 8 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 So. 1950 East, Sandy, Utah, and 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment at Larkin Sunset Garden. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Harris, Cecil Vernon Cecil Vernon Harris 1919 ~ 2004 Cecil Vernon Harris, age 85, a long-time resident of Salt Lake City, passed away October 11, 2004. Born February 23, 1919 in Jacksonville, Florida. Married Rosemary Wilkin May 24, 1948, they had no children. She preceded him in death August 1, 1993. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, he served in the US Navy for 20 years and served in the Pacific through World War II. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor and, in 1945, was serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ommaney Bay when it was sunk by a Japanese suicide bomber, with the loss of 93 men. He spent 2 « hours in the water before being rescued. While in the Navy, he also participated in the Byrd Antarctic Expedition in 1947. After his Navy career, he worked as an electronics technician for the Federal Aviation Administration until his retirement in 1971. He is survived by a nephew, Wayne Johnson, Pleasant Hill, California; a niece, Denise Anderson, Pompano Beach, Florida; and his faithful friends, Tom and Rosemary Dibble, Sandy, Utah. He will be cremated and his ashes scattered in the Pacific Ocean. Arrangements under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Huntsman, Merida L. Merida L. Huntsman "Our Loving Angel" "Together Forever" Merida L. Helquist Huntsman passed away peacefully October 14, 2004. She was born on May 13, 1918 to Alfred Leo and Laura Vest Helquist in Greenwich, Utah. Merida married Joseph Karl Huntsman on December 31, 1936 in Salt Lake City and their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple. He passed away October 3, 1991. Merida was the oldest of fourteen children and has dedicated her life to all of her family. She and Karl first moved to California, where she worked as a cook at a gold mine. They returned to live in Salt Lake City in 1942. Merida was an active and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served over half of her life in the Primary and also served as Relief Society President. Merida loved genealogy, family history, and gardening. She was a shining example of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and of endurance, having never complained of her trials and afflictions. Merida is survived by her son, Alfred (Linda) Karl Huntsman; daughter, Linda Mascaro; grandchildren, Michelle Huntsman, Angie (Kenneth) Dibble, Stacie (Cameron) Evans, Tony (Rachael) Mascaro, Jeff (Sarah) Green, Julia Mascaro, Niki Slack, and Kimberly (Nathan) Fry; great-grandchildren, Chelsey Huntsman, Tayler Dibble, Branden Dibble, Madisen Dibble, Kennedi Evans, Porter Slack, Stella Green, Kaylie Dibble, Kaitlin Evans, Avery Green, and Senia Mascaro; three brothers, Donal (Grace) Helquist, Leslie (Lennis) Helquist, Lee (Janice) Helquist; two sisters, Leora (Jim) Johnson, Luella (Cal) Adams. Preceded in death by her husband, Karl; son-in-law, Marc Nick Mascaro; and grandson, Christopher Karl Huntsman. The family wishes to thank the staff and doctors at Hazen Nursing Home and to those who shared their friendship and love with Merida. She was loved by all and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Funeral services will be held Sat. 1:00 p.m., Oct. 16, 2004 at the Butler 7th Ward Chapel, 1435 E. 7200 S. where friends and family may call from 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Interment Salt Lake City Cemetery. Funeral directors Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News from 10/15/2004 - 10/16/2004. Kenner, Virginia Dudley Bell Virginia Dudley Bell Kenner 1918 ~ 2004 Virginia Dudley Bell Kenner passed peacefully away Oct. 14, 2004, at the age of 86, beloved wife of Gene Kenner (deceased). She was born May 12, 1918 to Mary Ann Dudley and Eli Bell. She was the youngest of their eight children and the last to pass from this life. She was left an orphan at age thirteen. She met Eugene Kenner in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple June 29, 1937. She was compassionate and caring and had a cheerful personality. She was a supportive companion to Gene and a loving gentle mother and grandmother. She was a creative homemaker and always committed and determined in whatever she set out to do. After she became a grandmother, she attended and graduated from Twin Falls Business College in Idaho. She worked for a few years as the secretary at Northrup and King Seed Company then left that job to pursue her desire to become a teacher. She graduated for Idaho State University and began teaching 7th grade at an age when many teachers are retiring. She taught for thirteen years. A life long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with a strong and abiding testimony. She served extensively in the youth programs, Sunday School and Relief Society. Together she and Gene filled a Stake Mission. Friends and relatives have always been important to her. Their visits and letters always brought great joy to her life. Members of the 7th Ward and neighbors have continued to extend love and support in her lonely days of widowhood and declining health which she greatly appreciated. She is survived by two children: Brenda (Carlyle) Bradshaw, and Bruce (Joan Bishop), six grandchildren: Brian Bradshaw, Gregg (Kira) Bradshaw, Karla (Boyd) Lords, Lynette (Matthew) Michels, Kim Kenner and Michael (Laura) Kenner, seven great-grandchildren, three sisters-in-law: Elaine (Ray Powell), Rowena (Frank Pew), Donna (Joe Shepherd) and numerous nieces and nephews. The family expresses special grateful appreciation to Dr. Derek Boam and his staff for their kindness and compassion. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Monday October 18, 2004, at the South Jordan 7th Ward, 9750 South 2200 West. Friends may call on Sunday evening, October 17, from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South, and from 10:30 to 11:30 on Monday at the church prior to the services. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. www.larkinmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Killpack, Parke Brody Parke Brody Killpack 1976 ~ 2004 FERRON- Parke Brody Killpack, the loving son of Parke and Toni Killpack, left this earthly existence back to the loving arms of his kind and gracious Father in Heaven on Oct. 13, 2004, in Salt Lake City. Brody was born Dec. 31, 1976, two hours shy of the new year. While on this earth he enjoyed everything in life. He loved sports, especially baseball, golf and basketball. He enjoyed being on the mountains, hunting and fishing with his family and friends. Brody will always be remembered for his sense of humor and bright personality. He always had a smile on his face and an infectious laugh. If anyone needed anything he would always be there. Brody loved spending precious moments with his soul mate and companion Natille Williams. He was affectionately known as "Uncle Doedoe" to his nieces and nephews. Brody is survived by his parents, Parke and Toni Killpack of Ferron, fianc‚ Natille (and her parents Kurt and Karon) Williams of Castle Dale, sisters: Trinidi (Jerry) Price, Kandi (Jerry) Hess and Destri Killpack, brother Brawny (Marissa) Killpack and one son. Also survived by grandparents Jim and Kath Ward and Dwight and Maude Killpack and nieces and nephews: Jeridi, Taijah, Taleigh, Bryton, Baylee, Barrick, Shaidyn and Kavery and his many friends. Funeral services will be held Mon., Oct. 18, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. in the Ferron LDS Chapel on State Street in Ferron. The viewing will be held Sunday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary in Castle Dale and one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the Ferron Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 10/16/2004. Peterson, Martha Almira Martha Almira Peterson Peterson Rancho Santa Fe, CA Graveside services at the Logan City Cemetery, Logan, Utah on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center Street, Logan, Utah 84321. E-mail registry: MarthaPetersonPeterson@yahoo.com Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Rico, Stanley F. Stanley F. Rico You WereLoved Gone Too Soon Stanley F. Rico passed away on Wednesday, Oct 13, 2004. He was 53 years old. Stan was preceded in death by his mother Florence Carney. Survived by his father, Fred S. Rico, brother Stephen Rico and his three daughters, Celise, Misty and Kristy. Stan also had a grandson, Jordan. Stan was in the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles 1/31/69 - 6/17/71. He served one year in Vietnam where he was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Upon his release from the armed services Stan became employed with Western Airlines and stayed with Delta Airlines when the two companies merged. Stan worked for these companies for 20 years. He will always be remembered for his deep belly laugh, sense of humor and his loud booming voice that echoed across the Salt Lake Airport ramp many times. Water fights and practical jokes were Stan's forte. He made work fun, always an adventure. Stan was a very gifted musician, he wrote music, wonderful music and will also be remembered for the songs he has left behind. He played in bands throughout the Salt Lake Valley in the 70's and 80's, all who had the chance to hear his soothing voice and magnificent guitar playing were blessed. His best known band was "Nasty Habit", who frequented many clubs and cities. A special prayer of support goes to Kathy Barlow, Stan's fiancee. They were to be married in one month. Kathy, be assured that Stan loved you very much. Stan, believe it or not you were loved by all who met you. You helped numerous troubled teens whose lives changed because of your support. You will be missed. You are a legend to all who knew you. Your laughter and smile will ring through our minds for the rest of time. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. in the Woodledge Ward Building, 4444 So. Early Duke Street (5080 West). Friends may call that morning from 10 - 10:45 a.m. at the church. Directors - Independent Funeral Service. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Stoner, Ruth Arnold Ruth Arnold Stoner 1912 ~ 2004 Ruth Arnold Stoner passed away at her home Oct. 15, 2004. She was born Dec 23, 1912 in Coalville, UT. to Thomas Arnold and Elizabeth Boyer Arnold. She married John Stoner Sept. 11, 1936 in Salt Lake City. She was an avid Knitter and needlepoint, donating hundreds of sweaters and needlepoint projects to worthy organizations. She is survived by her husband John, also survived by many cousins. Graveside service will be held Mon. Oct. 18, at 12:00 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 1342 E. 500 So. Under direction of Larkin Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004. Ward, Orville M. Orville M. Ward 1910 ~2004 Orville Milton Ward, 94, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 13, 2004. He was born August 15, 1910 in Elba, Idaho to George David and Laura Rohlfing Ward. He married Mildred Tyler on August 23, 1932. Their marriage was solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. They recently celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary. Orville grew up in Declo, Idaho and attended school there, afterwards studying at the Utah Agricultural College, now Utah State University. In his early years, he was employed by C.C. Anderson in Boise, Idaho, Sears and the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Most of his career was spent working for Filtrol Corporation in Salt Lake City. He and Mildred moved to Woods Cross, Utah and in his later years, served as custodian for the LDS Church, which he loved very much. He and Mildred retired in Woods Cross in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; four children, Wayne (Maurine) Ward, Covington, WA; Yvonne (Gary) Leishman, Farmington, UT; Caroline Ward, Woods Cross, UT; Lane (Julie) Ward, Orem, UT; 20 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include one brother and two sisters, Newell (Celia) Ward, LeRuth Tyau, and Elaine (Craig) Mayfield. His parents, one brother, two sisters and one grandson preceded him in death. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Orchard Cove who cared for Orville, and especially South Davis Home Health and Hospice. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 18, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment-Redwood Memorial Estates, 6500 South Redwood Road, Salt Lake City. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 10/16/2004 - 10/17/2004.