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Allison, Marcia C. Steele
Marcia C. Steele Allison 1908 ~2004  Marcia C. Steele Allison died Saturday
morning October 23, 2004 at Chevy Chase, MD. She was born December 13, 1908 in
Brigham City, Utah to Wilford W. and Susie H. Christensen. She is survived by
her two daughters, Patricia S. Romney (husband Ralph B) of Salt Lake City,
Utah, and Berenice S. Theurer (husband Gary) of Damestown, MD; 13
grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 11 great great-grandchildren. She
was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and
served in leadership positions in women's and youth auxiliaries and also as a
worker in the Washington D.C. LDS Temple for many years. She was a member of
the Chevy Chase Womens Club and the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. During
World War II she served as a volunteer driver for servicemen in the
Washington, D. C. area. She was married for over 50 years to Melbourne C.
Steele who died in April of 1980. She married William M. Allison in March
1983. Since his death in December 1997 she has lived in a retirement home.
Funeral services will be held Thursday November 4, 11 a.m. at the Washington
LDS Chapel, on Western Avenue. Viewing will be a half hour before the
services. Burial will be in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Anderson, Dantzel Tingey
Dantzel Tingey Anderson 1918 ~ 2004  Dantzel Tingey Anderson passed away
Friday, October 29, 2004 at the home of her son in Provo. She was born July
22, 1918 to Melvin Hyrum Tingey and Annie Romer Tingey in Brigham City, Utah.
Her father died of influenza in the epidemic of 1918 only three and one-half
months following Dantzel's birth, leaving his young widow to rear two children
by herself. Her older brother Newell was Dantzel's protector, and her mother
set an impressive example of independence and resourcefulness as she educated
herself and provided for her family, playing an important role in the health
care of the community. Starting out as a home health care nurse, she
eventually became an anesthesiologist, assisted with surgeries, and saw to the
administration of the Coolie Hospital in Brigham City. She maintained a small
apartment in the hospital where Dantzel and her brother grew up. Following her
graduation from Box Elder High School, Dantzel moved to Salt Lake City to
attend Nursing School at LDS Hospital and the U. of U., graduating with the
class of 1939. She was working at LDS Hospital when she met Ralph Willard
Anderson of Elsinore. They were married in the Manti Utah Temple on her
birthday, July 22, 1940, and set up housekeeping in Salt Lake City where Ralph
eventually started his own accounting office with Dantzel as his partner in
business and life. They happily welcomed four children into their home as they
led busy lives of service in their church and community. Over the ensuing
years Dantzel volunteered her time and skills at Primary Children's Hospital
and the Red Cross, and tutored at an elementary school across town. She was
active in the church and served as Primary president in her ward, stake, and
also at Primary Children's Hospital. She served as an MIA teacher, visiting
teacher, and she taught the 7-8 year olds in Primary for many years. Ralph and
Dantzel celebrated 55 happy years together. After Ralph's death in October of
1995, she was content to stay in her home, surrounded by the friends and
neighbors she and Ralph had grown to love. Following a stroke in June 2001,
Dantzel had resided with or been in the company of one or more of her children
at all times. Dantzel loved to travel, and she and Ralph took many wonderful
trips around the world with friends and family. Their children and their
spouses will long treasure the memories they share of times spent exploring
fun and exciting places with Ralph, Dantzel and each other. Dantzel is
survived by three sons and one daughter, David (Kathy) Anderson of Provo,
Renee (Ken) Robinson of Marietta, Ohio, Duane (Leslie) Anderson of Orem, and
Richard (Susan) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; 27 grandchildren; and 32
great-grand-children; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Gerloan Tingey of Salt
Lake City, Ethel Dastrup of Richfield, Alene and Lynn Oldroyd of Salt Lake
City, Betty and Dale Walters of Richfield, and George and Shirley Anderson of
Elsinore; as well as numerous loved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by her husband, Ralph; brother, Newell Tingey; brothers- and
sisters-in-law, Wendell and Beth Anderson, Anna Mary Anderson, Paul Thomas
Anderson, Arnel Dastrup, Anna Ruth Anderson, and Virgina Anderson. A viewing
will be held in Salt Lake City at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple
Tuesday, November 2, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held in Provo at
Pleasant View Chapel, 2445 North 650 East Wed-nesday, November 3, at 11 a.m.
with a viewing from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Salt Lake
CityCemetery .
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/1/2004.

Barnes Jr., Lawrence V.
Lawrence V. Barnes Jr. Soldier-Rancher-Builder  Val Barnes, born March 25,
1925, died Oct. 28, 2004 of natural causes.  Val is survived by his wife (of
57 years) Margie; son, Larry (Sharon) Barnes of Riverton, Utah; one brother,
Joseph Barnes; four grandchildren, Megan, Sarah, Lance, and Katy; and two
great-grandchildren. Val was born to Lawrence and Leone Barnes in Salt Lake
City, graduated from West High School, and entered World War II where he flew
31 combat missions with the 384th Bomb Group. Val then married Margie Johnson,
and then moved to Fillmore, Utah, where he farmed and ranched for 25 years. In
1973 he moved to Salt Lake City, where the remainder of his working career was
spent in the building trades. Dad, we will miss you; however, we will soon be
on the farm together.  You were our hero. Graveside services will be held
Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004, 12 noon at the Fillmore City, UT. Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Beckstead, Wayne Wilford
Wayne Wilford Beckstead 1915 ~ 2004  Wayne Wilford Beckstead, 89 years of age,
died peacefully, at home surrounded by his family, October 25, 2004. Wayne was
born May 26, 1915 in South Jordan Utah, to Alfred Ray Beckstead and Sarah
Webb. He married Murhl Pease October 21, 1933. That marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She died in 2002. He was a faithful and
active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In later
years he and Murhl were fortunate to serve in the California, Anaheim Mission
from March of 1982 to March 1983. Wayne made friends easily and enjoyed
talking to people. He worked for the Jewel Tea Company during his early years
and was a District Manager living in Sacramento, Redding and Los Angeles
California. Wayne served in the Coast Guard during World War II in the
Philippines as a radioman 3rd class. He worked for the Post Office for 31
years, retiring as the senior window clerk at the Murray Post Office.  Dad
enjoyed hunting and fishing. Many times he could be found fishing with his
grandchildren, at Strawberry Reservoir. He loved to salmon fish in Idaho with
his son Dallas and friend Herb Riley, and was an accomplished outdoorsman. He
was preceded in death by his loving wife, parents, brothers, sisters and one
granddaughter, Mandy. He is survived by his son Dallas (Lois Ann), eight
grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren, and by his sisters Mada (Carl Demille)
and Lova (Royce) Allen, plus numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be
held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 1, 2004 at the Parkway 3rd Ward, 10200
South 3200 West. A viewing will be held on Sunday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at
the Lake Hills Memorial Estates Chapel, 10055 S. State Street, Sandy and at
the church one hour before the funeral service. Interment, with full military
honors, will be at the South Jordan City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Bohn, Betty Cartwright
Betty Cartwright Bohn 1919 ~ 2004  Betty Cartwright Bohn was born November 6,
1919 to Thomas Cartwright and Ida Carlow in Beaver, Utah. She was the youngest
of 10 children. The Cartwrights were a close, loving family. Betty learned
about love, loyalty, hard work and optimism at home. She brought those traits
with her when she started her own family. She married Donald Nowers Bohn
(deceased) and settled in Provo, Utah. They had one son, Ralph Thomas Bohn.
Betty was a wonderful wife and mother. Caring for her family was her joy. Her
family knew they were loved. Betty loved to serve those around her. She spent
many happy years serving her sisters in Relief Society. Everyone around her
knew they had a friend. Her cheerful smile was contagious. Betty was a
gracious person. She knew how to put people at ease. Just about everyone
around her believed that they were her favorite person. She will be greatly
missed. Although Betty was a little shy about formally bearing her testimony,
she taught it by example. We knew that she loved the Lord and knew the gospel
was true. Her life was her testimony. She is survived by her sister, Helen
Gillies; son, Ralph (Terri); and grand-children, Richard and Alexandra Bohn.
Funeral services will be held Monday, November 1, 2004, 11 a.m. at the
Grandview South Stake Center, 1122 Grand Ave., Provo. Friends may call Sunday
evening from 6-8 p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center Street, as well
as Monday morning at the stake center from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services.
Interment, Provo City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Byrd, Alma Ree
Alma Ree Byrd 1934 ~ 2004  Alma Ree Byrd was born Jan 6, l934 to the late John
and LeVella Miller Byrd in Jackson, Mississippi. In l97l Alma moved to Salt
Lake City and became a member of Faith Temple Pentecostal Church. She remained
an active and devoted member until her departure from this life. Sister Byrd
passed away peacefully at the age of 70, Thursday morning, Oct. 28, 2004. Alma
leaves to cherish her memory, three grandchildren, LaVar Boykins (Carmen),
Luke O'Neal, and Valerie Swanigan; two great-grandsons; three sisters; and a
host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Tues. l2 noon at
the Faith Temple Pentecostal Church, l5l0 So. Richards St. where friends may
call one hour prior. Interment in the Midvale Cemetery. Funeral directors,
Broomhead Funeral Home.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Chidester, Orland Ray
Orland Ray Chidester 1919 ~ 2004  REDMOND, UT - Orland Ray Chidester, 85, died
October 30, 2004 in Gunnison, Utah. Born September 25, 1919 in Red-mond, Utah
to Lorus Pratt and Kjersten "Kate" Marie Sorensen Chidester. He married Betty
Lou O. Erickson August 7, 1946. Solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple. She died
January 17, 1991. Married Joe Lane Peterson January 7, 1992. Later sealed in
the Manti Temple. Veteran of World War II. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed
hunting and fishing. He had a great interest in geology and prospecting. His
subtle wit will be missed.He is survived by his wife, Joe Lane; children,
Doris (Michael) Beck, Donna (Kent) Osborn, Jackie (Roger) Black, Craig
(Brenda) Chidester, and Wendy (Stephen, deceased) Christensen; 17
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchil-dren; sisters, Mary Formo, Sybil
Christensen, Gloria Keele, and Josephine (Max) White; stepchildren, Marleen
Thompson, Neil (Evette) Lewis, Marie (Wayne) Hawkins, Jean (Teryl) Nielsen,
Elaine (Ron) Buckner; 10 step-grandchildren; and eight
step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty;
parents, Lou and Kate; sisters, Mabel Despain and Grace Martin; and brother,
Clifford Chidester. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, November 3,
2004, 12 noon in the Redmond LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the
Magleby-Jensen Mortuary, in Salina, Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. and at the ward
chapel Wednesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Redmond Cemetery
with military rites by the Red-mond American Legion Post. Funeral directors,
Magleby-Jensen Mortuary, Richfield, Salina, and Gunnison.      Online guest
book at www.maglebymortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Cox,  Chelsie
Our Beautiful Chelsie Cox 10-25-85 ~ 10-29-04  Chelsie Michelle Cox passed
away suddenly October 29, 2004. Daughter, sister, granddaughter, cousin, and
aunt, Chelsie will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. She loved
helping everyone she could. She especially loved her family and her new kitty,
Spaz. Chelsie is survived by parents, Ron F. and Karen M. Cox; brother, Jason
Robinson; and sister, Lainee Cox; grandparents, Syd and Dorothy Robinson, and
Diane Cox; aunts and uncles and many cousins. Preceded in death by her
grandfather, Ronald Cox. Services will be held Wed. Nov. 3, 12 noon at Wasatch
Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive. A viewing will be held Tuesday from 6-8
p.m. and one hour prior to service.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/1/2004.

Crawford, Beth Patterson
Beth Patterson Crawford 1917 ~ 2004  Beth Patterson Crawford died Oct. 26,
2004 She died as she lived, courageously, in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Beth was
born October 10, 1917, in Beaver, Utah, to Sarah Jane Morris and Edgar LeRoy
Patterson. After graduating from Milford High School in 1934, she moved to
Salt Lake City and married William Reid Crawford (Bill). Later, she earned a
degree from Stevens Henager College while working full time and raising her
children. Beth worked at Muir Roberts Fruit Brokerage Company as a bookkeeper
until she retired at age 67. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and held memberships in the American Needlepoint Guild and
the Utah Quilt Guild. A true renaissance woman, Beth produced remarkable
paintings, exquisite needlepoint, ceramics for every holiday, meticulously
crafted quilts, and clothing for her girls. She learned to love gardening from
her mother, nurtured her family with great food, needle work and quilting,
read copiously, especially history and current events, and listened to fine
music as well as the torture of novice violin and piano music simultaneously
ringing from every room in her small house.  She is survived by her five
daughters, Vickie Waters, (Jack), Beaver, as well as Sara Jane Andersen, Mary
Beth Clark (Scott H.) Kathleen Starr, (Gary L.) and Carolyn Ellis, (Lon B.),
all of Salt Lake City, 33 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and eight
great-great-grandchildren. Beth was preceded in death by her husband and
parents, brothers,  Roy and Morris Patterson, and son-in-law Ray E. Andersen. 
Family and friends may call Sunday, Oct. 31, from 5-7 p.m. at Jenkins Soffe
Mortuary, 4760 S State Street, Murray, or Nov. 1, from 10-10:45 a.m. at LDS
Millcreek 8th Ward, 4600 S. 600 E. Funeral services to follow.  The family
wishes to thank Doctors Gerald Rothstein, Thomas Higgens, and Aaron Hofmann
for their compassion and skill, They are grateful to Hospice of Utah for end
of life kindness and care. And to the remarkable staff at Brighton Gardens
including the skilled nurses, the hardworking and tender CNAs, the patient
physical and occupational therapists, the dedicated social workers. and
ancillary staff, the family wishes to extend great admiration and gratitude. 
Beth's five daughters lovingly remember their mother as an extraordinary care
giver and an inspirational example of love for all things fine: books, music,
art, gardening, and each other. Her courage, stamina, and nobility will bless
their lives forever.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/29/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Dyches, Claone J.
Claone J. Dyches 1920 ~ 2004  MAGNA - Our beloved wife, mother, and
grandmother, Claone Johnson Dyches passed away October 28, 2004 in West Valley
City, Utah.  She was born January 12, 1920 in Monroe, Utah to Howard Maine and
Ethel Davies Johnson. She graduated from South Sevier High School where she
served as student-body president. Married H. Thomas Dyches September 17, 1940
in the Manti LDS Temple. Claone served in many LDS church callings. She worked
as a legal secretary at the Utah State Capital, and with her husband, Tom at
Dyches' Pharmacy in Magna. She was an avid painter and very musically
talented, playing the oboe, clarinet, and piano. She was a member of the Lady
Lions and served as PTA President. With her friends she enjoyed playing
bridge, golfing, painting, and bowling. There was nothing she could not do.
She dearly loved her grandchildren, friends, neighbors, and her cats. Survived
by her husband, Tom; children, Tom Dyches Jr., Kathy (Rod) Collings, and Kim
(Cindy) Dyches; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; four
great-great-grandchildren; twin sister, Ione Strother; sisters, Vivian Bowman
and JaNell Padley; brother, Monte Davies; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents, and daughter-in-law, Juanita Dyches. Funeral
services will be held 12 p.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2004 at the Magna Stake
Center, 3084 South 8400 West. Friends may call Monday 6-8 p.m. at Peel Funeral
Home, 8525 West 2700 South, and Tuesday 11-11:45 a.m. at the church.
Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Faluku, Tevita Taliauli Finau
Tevita Taliauli FinauFaluku 1949 ~ 2004  Tevita Taliauli Finau Faluku, age 55,
passed away October 28, 2004 in West Valley City, Utah. Tevita was born March
4, 1949 in Houma, Vavau, Tonga to Sione Finau and Faavae Faluku. He married
Lose Pikula on September 28, 1979 at the Los Angeles L.D.S. Temple. Tevita was
a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. He was an active and
faithful member in his callings in the L.D.S. Church. He and his wife served
an L.D.S. Mission in the Island of Tonga. He will be surely missed by
everyone. He was a loving brother and uncle. We all love him dearly. Tevita is
survived by his loving wife, Lose Finau; daughter, Rose Finau; son, Sione
Finau; grandchild, Trina Kyana Finau. He is preceded in death by his parents
and his brother, Halafau Finau. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday,
November 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Tongan North Stake Center, 3150 West
3985 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Tuesday evening from
6:00-10:30 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and one
hour prior to the service at the Stake Center on Wednesday. Interment: Valley
View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Ferrin, Gretchen L. Greenlee
Gretchen L. Greenlee Ferrin 1916 ~ 2004  Gretchen passed away peacefully on
October 26, 2004 in Salt Lake City, from natural causes following a stroke.
She was born March 13, 1916 in Heavener, Oklahoma, the first child of Victor
Sylvester Greenlee and Luella Pannell Greenlee. After graduating from
Springville High School where she enjoyed performing in theatrical
productions, she moved to Salt Lake and worked as an office worker for the
state government. She married Joseph M. Ferrin in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on
November 25, 1938. He died August 7, 1984. She loved her home, remodeling
antique furniture and collecting dolls. Her hobby was buying and selling
collectible dolls. She loved going out to dinner with her children, and loved
visits with grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and neighbors. Survived by her
children, Joyce Ann Munguia, Scott Ferrin, and David Ferrin (Nancy); four
grandchildren; several great grandchildren; sister Betty Rawlings; and
numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday, November 1, 2004
at 11:00 a.m. in the Larkin Sunset Lawn Chapel, 2350 E. 1300 So., where family
and friends may call Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday one hour prior to services.
Interment Larkin Sunset Lawn.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/28/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Foster, Margaret Berneice
Margaret Berneice Foster 6/10/11 ~ 10/28/04  Margaret Berneice Winn Foster
passed away October 28, 2004 in West Jordan, Utah.  She was born June 10, 1911
in Lehi, Utah to Charles H. and Mary E. Yates Winn. Married Kenneth Earl
Foster, June 19, 1929 in the Salt Lake Temple. She lived in Bingham Canyon and
Copperton, Utah. Berneice was a faithful member of the LDS Church, serving for
many years in the Primary, MIA, Sunday School and Relief Society in many
positions. She was a visiting teacher for 60 years, served as a Temple Worker,
and sang in the ward choir. Berneice was also a member of the DUP. She was a
peacemaker, loved her family and neighbors and especially loved babies and
children. Berneice was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She
was a hard worker and an excellent homemaker, cook and seamstress and she
created beautiful handiwork and crafted many quilts. She helped support her
grandchildren on their missions. Berneice enjoyed fishing, camping and
picnicking in the mountains. She learned to drive a car at age 12 and still
had a driver's license in her purse. Survived by a son, Kenneth Wynne (Karen)
Foster; a daughter, Sharlene (Grant) Pullan; 11 grandchildren; 37
great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her
husband, parents, brother Elwin, and sisters, Elva, Flossie, Lola and Iola.
Funeral services will be held Monday, November 1, 2004 at 12 noon in the
Midvale 4th Ward Chapel, 7825 S. Olympus St. (220 West), Midvale, Utah.
Viewing Sunday, Oct. 31st at Goff Mortuary, 8090 South State, from 6-8 p.m.
and at the ward Monday one hour prior to services. Interment, Midvale City
Cemetery. Special thank you to the staffs of West Jordan Beehive Home and Care
Source Home Services for their loving, attentive care.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Furst, Jean B.
Jean B. Furst 1930 ~ 2004  Jean B. Furst, 74, passed away Oct. 15, 2004, in
Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born Garda Jean (Jeannie) Bride in Harrisburg,
Illinois January 10, 1930 to loving parents Delta M. Bride and Gardner S.
Bride. Jean was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and friend. She followed in her parents' footsteps to
become a schoolteacher, and devoted her entire life to caring for others and
putting their needs above her own. Jean loved her family and had that love
returned to her ten-fold. Her light will continue to shine in all those who
love her. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, James S. Furst, Salt
Lake City; her brother, Gardner (Sonny) Bride, Petaluma, California; her four
children, Bob Banner, Atlanta, Georgia, Bill Banner, and his wife, Linda, Salt
Lake City, Jane Banner, Ashland, Oregon, and Jim Banner, Salt Lake City; her
stepchildren, Thomas Furst, Lima, Peru, and Kathy Perez-Vitier, El Paso,
Texas; her nine grandchildren, Nichole, Jeremy, Yvonne, Andrew, Alan,
Jennifer, Christopher, Victoria, and Austin; her great-grandchild, Sienna; and
her lifelong "twin sister," Louise Beltz Smith, Edwardsville, Illinois. Jean
has been reunited with her mother and father, whom she loved dearly, along
with many other beloved family members and friends. In keeping with her
wishes, a private memorial service was held by the immediate family. In lieu
of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's
Association in loving memory of Jean.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Gardner, Pamela C.
Pamela C. Gardner 5/21/40 ~ 10/26/04  Pamela Ann Cochrane Gardner, loving
wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, returned to the arms of her
Father in Heaven. Pamela was born to Clarence and Gilda Cochrane. She married
James L. Gardner, July 22, 1961. She loved her pets and treated them as
family. She had a great knowledge of decorating her home and it was always
beautiful. Pam also loved outdoor activities with friends and family. Her
sense of humor and sharp wit always made her the life of the party. She loved
to cook and was always willing to fill empty bellies with a warm meal. Pam's
children and grandchildren were truly what she lived for. Survived by her
husband; sons, Lance A. Gardner and Christian J. Gardner; grandsons, Dylan and
Boston; granddaughter, Alexis; sister, Dorothy (Wayne) Hanson; brother,
Charles (Helga) Cochrane; and numerous nieces and nephews. A special thanks to
Dr. Legant and CNS Hospice nurses, Sandy, Barbara, Peggy and Maria. Funeral
services will be held Monday, November 1, 11 a.m. at Redwood Memorial
Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan. A view-ing will be held Sunday
evening from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services at the mortuary.
Interment, Tooele City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Geurts, Fayette Parkin
Fayette Parkin Geurts 1914 ~ 2004  BOUNTIFUL - Fayette Parkin Geurts, age 90,
passed away October 26, 2004 at the Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah of
causes incident to old age. She was born the fourth of seven children to Cyrus
Elmer Parkin and Sarah Tolman Parkin April 3, 1914. She married Theodore I.
Geurts, November 9, 1931 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She is survived by seven
children, Connie (Lowell) Leishman, Beverly (Paul) Clayton, Marilyn Tovey, Jon
(Layne) Geurts, Ted (Denise) Geurts, Dale (May) Geurts, and Steven (Peggy)
Geurts; 37 grandchildren; 102 great-grandchildren; nine great
great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Her childhood years were
spent in Park City, Bountiful, and Salt Lake City, Utah. Fay spent many years
serving in the Primary and Relief Society organizations of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served with her husband and three sons on a
labor mission in Hawaii helping in the construction of the Polynesian Cultural
Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 4, 2004, 12 noon at
the Kimball Mill LDS Ward Chapel, 650 South 200 East, Bountiful. Friends may
call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful
Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Thurs-day morning from 10:45-11:45 a.m. at the
church prior to services. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online guest
book: www.russonmortuary.com Special thanks to hospice (Applegate and
Lakeview).
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/2/2004.

Gomez, Consuelo Paez
Consuelo Paez Gomez 1918 ~ 2004  Consuelo was reunited with her Father in
Heaven Oct. 28, 2004. She is the daughter of Jose Paez and Hanne Matar.
Preceded in death by her husband, Raymundo Gomez; married Aug. 21, 1938; later
sealed in the Mesa, Arizona Temple. An early Mormon pioneer of Mexico, she had
a firm testimony of the gospel, serving in many church positions. She also had
the opportunity of going on several missions. Consuelo loved doing temple
work. She is preceded in death by her husband, Raymundo; and an infant
daughter, Noemi. Survived by her children, Elvia Martin, Fernando (Queta)
Gomez, Richard (Linda) Gomez, Marina Ruth (Bernard) Schirmacher, Mary Esther
(John) Bevan, and Elizabeth (Luis) Kemeny. Funeral services will be held
Monday, Nov. 1, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the Oak Hills Stake Center, 925 East North
Temple Drive, Provo, Utah. Services under the direction of Berg Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Hoffman, Bula Albrecht
Bula Albrecht Hoffman 1923 ~2004  Bula Albrecht Hoffman, beloved wife, mother,
and grandmother, passed away October 27, 2004, surrounded by her family who
loved her dearly. She died of complications following surgeries. She was born
in Fremont, Utah July 12, 1923 to LaVern and Sylvia Albrecht. She moved to
Salt Lake City at an early age. Bula married Eldon Lynn Van Patten and had a
son, Gary Lynn Van Patten. Eldon and Bula later divorced. She married Charles
Hoff-man January 1, 1957 and he had three children. She worked for the
Teamsters Union Local 222 for over 33 years. She loved her job and had many
friends there. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and served in many different callings. She loved serving in
the Young Women's program and leading the music. She and her husband, Charles,
enjoyed traveling in their fifth wheel with the Good Sam Club and spending the
winters in Arizona. "She was a mother to one and a grandmother to so many."
She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. Bula is survived
by her husband, Charles; son, Gary Van Patten (Karen); stepchildren, Janet
Miller, Steve Hoffman, Peter Hoffman (Arlene); 14 grandchildren; and 28
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two
brothers. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 2, 2004 at 11 a.m.
in the Bluffdale LDS Ward 15040 South 2400 West. Friends may call at Goff
Mortuary 8090 So. State Monday 6-8 p.m. or Tuesday at the church from
9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Draper Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Holcomb, Barbara M.
Barbara M. Holcomb 1920 ~ 2004  OGDEN - Barbara M. Holcomb, 84, passed away
Friday, October 29, 2004 at the home of her daughter surrounded by her loving
family. Barbara is now reunited with her eternal compan-ion, Louis L. Holcomb.
She was born July 17, 1920 in Fulton, Michigan to Claire Nutting and James
Henry Skinner. Barbara was the 12th of 15 children with 14 brothers. She
married Louis L. Holcomb at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Kalamazoo,
Michigan September 28, 1938. She and her husband became members of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1958 and had their union solemnized
April 1959 in the Salt Lake Temple. She and her husband were active temple
workers in the Ogden Temple for many years and avid genealogy workers. She
worked for the Ogden Arsenal during World War II, later worked for Sahara Drug
Store, Hospital Drug, Depot Drug, and Vince's Pharmacy for 20 years. She also
worked at Internal Revenue Service, and retired from Hill AFB in 1963. She is
survived by four sons and one daughter, including Fredrick (Vaunda) F.
Holcomb, Colleen Holcomb Jordan, Charles (Leigh Ann) R. Holcomb, Louis J.
Holcomb, Roger (Nancy) W. Holcomb; two brothers, Elmer Skinner and Ovid
Skinner of Michigan; 17 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by her loving husband, Louis L. Holcomb; grandson, Timothy
P. Holcomb; great-granddaughter, Tammy Workman; and 12 brothers. Funeral
services will be held Monday November 1, 2004, Warren LDS Ward Chapel, 856 N
5900 W, at 11 a.m. Viewing will be held from 10-10:45 a.m. Monday.  The family
expresses their gratitude for the special care and consideration shown to
their mother by Dr. Kathleen Deremer and the Hospice Alliance personnel which
includes Rebecca Wheelwright, Carol Fletcher and Sheila DaCosta.  Interment
will be at Warren City Cemetery. Send condolences to www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/1/2004.

Iverson, Wallace LeRoy
Wallace LeRoy Iverson 1924 ~ 2004  Wallace LeRoy Iverson, 80, died Oct. 26,
2004 in St. George, Utah.  He was born January 3, 1924. Wally was raised in
Kanosh and Salt Lake City, where he graduated from East High School. He then
joined the Navy where he served as a Gunners Mate 3rd Class until the end of
World War II in 1945. In 1946, in Salt Lake City he met and married his first
wife, Leonor Wagenaar and mother of their children. Daughter, Julee Ann and
son, Brad Wallace. He worked at Dugway Proving Ground while pursuing his
education in Modern Merchandising and Business Management with General Motors
. He also worked for 3-M National Advertising, Proctor and Gamble, Richard
Prows Real Estate, and many other companies in advertising and sales. He also
served on the Sale Lake City Police Force as an officer. He worked for
Columbus Community Center where he wrote a manual on training the handicapped
to work in the business community. In 1970 he married Belva Fredrickson in
Salt Lake City. He helped raise her four children. They moved to Las Vegas,
Nevada in 1988 and moved to Hurricane, Utah to retire in 1999 where they live
presently. Wally is survived by his first wife, Leonor Wagenaar and their
daughter Julee Ann Hansen, (Ken); their son Brad Wallace Iverson (Laurie).
Wally is survived by his current wife, Belva Yates Iverson, Hurricane, Utah.
His step children, Renee Manning (Lloyd), Paul Fredrickson (Melissa), Cathy
Ferguson (Brett), Tom Fredrickson (Susie), As well as 21 Grandchildren and
four great grand-children. He is preceded in death by his mother, Ila Mae
(Gillett), father, LeRoy Iverson; Sister, Shirley Mae Barney and brother,
Stanley Iverson.  Funeral services will be Oct 30, 2004 at the Hurricane West
Stake center, 270 S. 700 West, at 12 Noon. Visitation from 10:30-11:45 prior
to services. Interment will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery on Monday Nov 1,
2004, at 11:00. Both under the direction of Heideman Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Jones, Matthew S.
Matthew S. Jones "1957 ~ 2004"  Matthew Stewart Jones beloved son, father and
brother returned to his Father in Heaven October 27, 2004. Matt was born on
June 14, 1957 in Salt Lake City to Robin Sellick Jones and Milton Jones. He
graduated from Granite High School in 1975 and attended Dixie College in St.
George Utah. In 1978 he met and married Marjean Cowdell with whom he had three
beautiful children. Matt chose a career in the power tool industry and
co-founded M&M Tool in 1986 where he remained employed until the time of his
death. He was happiest when surrounded by his family and friends and was known
by all for his sweet and generous spirit. Without him our lives are forever
changed. He is survived by his wife Marjean, daughter Kimberly (Andrew)
Decker, and sons Casey and Parker, his parents and sister Jill, and brother
Scott (Sherrie) Jones, nephews Levi and Jake Jones. Funeral services will be
Monday Nov. 1st 12 noon at Larkin Mortuary 260 East South Temple where friends
may call on Sunday evening 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to service. Interment:
Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Keller, Marilyn Birch
Marilyn Birch Keller Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother  Marilyn Birch Keller,
age 59, died October 25, 2004 in Rancho Mirage, California. Born October 31,
1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Emron Max and Helen Louise Birch. Her family
meant the world to her; she was proud of her children's accomplishments and
adored her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Scott H. Keller and
sisters Rae Halander, Barbara Bradley, Children Nanette Holcombe, Darren
Delandrae, Danielle Rothe, step-son Ryan S. Keller and seven grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held in Salt Lake City on Monday, November 1, 2004 at
10:30 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive with a viewing one hour
prior to services.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/29/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Knudson, Margaret McPhie
Margaret McPhie Knudson 9/23/27 ~ 10/26/04  Our wonderful mother, wife, sister
and grandmother, Margaret McPhie Knudson passed away October 26, 2004 after an
extended illness. She was born September 23, 1927 in Salt Lake City to Daniel
and Mary McPhie. She married Al Knudson, September 13, 1951. Margaret was
proud of the fact that she played the bagpipes and was one of the youngest
members of the Utah Pipe Band at age 12. She continued to perform throughout
the state with her brother and sisters. She graduated from the University of
Utah with a degree in Speech Therapy where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega
Sorority. She enjoyed singing in the Alpha Chi Omega Quartet for four years.
Qwest Communications provided her with a long career in management and she
developed many life long friendships. She also volunteered her time in the
PTA, Cub Scouts and was the Junior Sunday School pianist for ten years.
Margaret is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Al, children Scott
(Karol) Knudson, Laurie (Woody) Cannon, Mark (Vicki) Knudson, adored
grandchildren Erin, Spencer and Taylor Cannon, Alex Knudson, sister Mary
Wilkins, brothers Joe McPhie, Gary (Janet) McPhie, brother-in-law Lamarr
(Sandra) Burton, sisters-in-law Lyn (Boyd) Bible, Darlene Knudson and numerous
nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents and sister Bessie McPhie
Burton. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 1, 2004, 12:00 noon,
Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 So. Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, UT. Friends
and family may visit Sunday evening 5-7 p.m. and Monday 11 a.m.-12:00 noon
prior to services at the mortuary. Internment will be in the Wasatch Lawn
Memorial Park. We will miss this great lady!
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Kunz, Morris Russell (Russ)
Morris Russell (Russ) Kunz 1929 ~ 2004  Morris Russell Kunz, loving father,
grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away October
28, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was 75 years of age. Russ was born
January 24, 1929 in Driggs, Idaho to Ellis and Jessie Vernice Thompson Kunz.
He married Erlene Ricks January 31 1951; and were later divorced. They are the
parents of Judy Lynn (Terry) Robinson, Elaine (Warren) Safford, John Russell
Kunz (Shelley), David LeGrande Kunz (Wendi), Joan (Larry) Solomon. Russ
married Donna Gae Pederson January 26, 1965; and were later divorced. From
this union were born Kendra (Scott) Broadbent and Gayla Rae (Wayne) Dodge. He
married Marjean Bird Parkinson October 7, 1977 in Salt Lake City, Utah; and
solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple August 22, 1980. Their daughters are Sherie
P. Capron, Frances D. (Steve) Davis, and Tami A. Parkinson. Russ was survived
by his children as listed and his sisters, Theda V. (Ray) Peterson, Dorothy D.
(Frank) McBride, Nada A. (Alma) Duersch, and Shirley A. (Vic) Williams; his
sister-in-law, Joan Neeley; and brothers-in-law, Blayne Bird and Dean Bird. He
has 29 grandchildren, nine great-grandchil-dren, and one great great-grandson,
and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; his beloved
wife, Marjean (Jean); and his precious little grandson, Travis Robin-son.
Russell was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. He enjoyed his calling as an ordinance worker in the Jordan River
Temple. He felt a special closeness with his Heavenly Father and his Savior
and expressed it by the many hours he spent in the temple. Services will be
held at Union Park 2ndWard, 700 East 7500 South, at 11 a.m. Family and friends
may call Sunday Oct. 31stfrom 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900
East, and Monday November 1stone hour prior to the services at the church.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Mabey, Rachel Ivins Wilson
Rachel W.Mabey 1912 ~ 2004  Rachel Ivins Wilson Mabey, a woman of spiritual
courage and quiet love, died in Salt Lake City, October 29, 2004. She was 92.
Rachel was born January 31, 1912 in Colonia Juarez, Mexico to Guy C. Wilson
and Anna Lowrie Ivins. She was the fourth of eight children. Her family fled
the Mormon Colonies when Rachel was six months old as a result of the Mexican
Revolution. She was raised in Salt Lake City and graduated from LDS High
School where her father was president. She received her bachelor's degree from
the University of Utah. At the university, Rachel met Rendell N. Mabey. They
were married December 24, 1933 in the Salt Lake Temple by Rachel's
grandfather, Anthony W. Ivins. Ren died four years ago, after 57 years of
marriage. Rachel and Ren are the parents of six children, all of whom survive
(except John Ivins), Rendell N. Jr. (Dorothy), Richard Ivins, Jane Afton,
Ralph Rampton (Sylvia), and Thomas Charles (Shauna). They have 12
grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Rachel's sisters Marguerite Wilson,
Florence Anderson, and Antoinette Daynes pre-ceded her in death. Her twin
sister, Rebecca Hodge; her sister, Ruth Wil-son; and her brother, Grant
Wilson, survive her. Rachel was a poet, a Scrabble competitor, and possessor
of a wry humor. She was also the quiet conscience and unshakeable support of
her husband through his public life of business, political, and church
service. She was ever the loving, and prayerful mother, never complaining to
anyone, even in her final decline, always eager to be with or hear from her
children. A sweet natured, rock solid pioneer, she served as ward Young Women
and Relief Society president, served missions with her husband in Switzerland
(1965-68) and West Africa (1978-79), participated in the organization of
branches of the church in Kuwait and Baghdad, the strengthening of branches in
Beirut, Kabul, and Poland, the reinstitution of missionary work in Italy, and
the commencement of that work in Ghana and Nigeria. Typically, on June 17,
1979, on the Ndiya River in Nigeria where she quietly recorded the baptisms of
121 souls through rain, sun, and swarming insects, her diary speaks simply of
"an exhilarating, trying day." At the time of her death, Rachel had an
apartment at Brighton Gardens. She and her family were blessed by the kindly
care extended by the Brighton Gardens and Vista Care staffs. Funeral services
will be held Tuesday, November 2, 2004, 11 a.m. at the Salt Lake 12th Ward
building, 630 East 100 South, Salt Lake City. Friends may call Monday evening
from 6-8 p.m. at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple St, Salt Lake
City, and Tuesday morning from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the 12th Ward build-ing.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/2/2004.

Midgley, Marsha Ballif
Marsha Ballif Midgley 1919 ~ 2004  Marsha Ballif Midgley died October 23 in
Salt Lake City of natural causes. Marsha was born to Cora Hansen Ballif and
John Lyman Ballif, Jr. on June 19, 1919 in Rexburg, Idaho. The family moved to
Salt Lake City in 1923 so her father could attend the University of Utah and
teach French. Marsha showed her acting talents early, appearing in the first
production in Kingsbury Hall, "The Bluebird," in 1923. Marsha attended the
University of Utah and inherited a love and commitment to the U from her
father, who was Dean of Men for many years. She performed in Freshman,
Varsity, and Theta Alpha Pi productions and won best acting awards. She
participated in many student activities, was a Chi Omega and President of the
Associated Women Students, and was proud of being chosen for Beehive, a senior
honorary society. She graduated in 1939. After graduation from the U, Marsha
married Grant Midgley, had three children, and continued to perform on the
Salt Lake stage, playing leading roles in numerous plays such as "Twelfth
Night," The Little Foxes," "Othello," and "Saint Joan." She was active in the
community, including as Chairman of the Mother's March on Polio, and as a
member of the Junior League. She and Grant enjoyed Salt Lake society,
politics, the arts, and their friends. In 1959 the Midgleys moved to
Washington, D.C., where they resided until 1986. Marsha continued her
community activities there, with the Washington Symphony, United Nations
Association, and University of Utah Alumni Association. She received the
University of Utah Emeritus Alumni Association's Merit of Honor Award in 1981.
She was on the Board of Widening Horizons, whose activities included providing
field trips for inner city youth. She also worked on the campaigns of
Presidential Candidates John F. Kennedy and Hubert Humphrey. Marsha showed
visitors the sights of Washington and gained a reputation as master of the
quick but complete D.C. tour. In 1974, Marsha began 10 years of employment for
the National 4-H Council as a Washington Program Specialist. She often
commented that working with the young people and college students she met at
4-H immeasurably enriched her life. When she retired in 1984, 4-H honored her
for "significant contributions enriching the learning experience of more than
200,000 4-H'ers."  Marsha and Grant moved back to Salt Lake in 1986. They
continued to enjoy the arts, politics, and their many friends. Marsha again
took up community activities, serving on the Utah Museum of Fine Arts Board,
Salt Lake City Arts Council, College of Fine Arts Board, City and County
Building Conservancy Board, and the University Health Sciences Department's
Educational Resource Development Council. She was deeply involved in the
renovation of Kingsbury Hall, where she had performed so often and in memory
of her parents' long association with the Hall. Marsha loved her family and
friends dearly. Grant passed away just last December but she is survived by
her brother John Lyman Ballif III of Provo, daughters Marty McCune of Tucson,
Arizona and Jane Midgley of Somerville, Massachusetts, and son John Ballif
Midgley and his wife Lynn Greiner and grandchildren Nate and Maya Midgley, all
of Seattle, WA.  A memorial service will be held Monday, November 1 at 1:00
p.m. at the White Community Memorial Chapel (150 E. 300 North - directly
across from the state capitol). Family and friends are invited to gather after
the service at the Town Club, 1081 E. South Temple.  In lieu of flowers,
friends are asked to contribute to one of the following: Kingsbury Hall;
Health Sciences Scholarships (E.R.D.C.); or University of Utah College of Fine
Arts. Any of these contributions may be sent to University of Utah Development
Office, 201 Presidents Circle, Room 304, Salt Lake City 84112.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/27/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Miller, James Everett
James Everett Miller "Shazam"  Our beloved father, grandfather and
great-grandfather, Jimmy died peacefully on October 28, 2004 at his home at
the age of 87.He was born September 2, 1917 in Salt Lake City to Olivia and
Everett Miller. Married Edna Hales on December 18, 1937. She preceded him in
death on July 6, 2002. The great Shazam performed the ultimate disappearing
act, deciding to join his lovely wife, Edna in heaven. He was a member of the
Society of American Magicians, where he served as president for several years.
He was known for one hour shows out of things in his pocket. He served his
country in World War II as a PFC in the Asiatic Pacific Campaign. He was
active in scouting for many years when he was younger. He is survived by two
sons James E. and Richard D.; four grandchildren Chad, Todd, Charity Hotton
(Darren), and Jason; seven great-grandchildren; and brother Michael Just.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 3, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Utah
Veteran's Memorial Park Chapel, 17111 So. Camp Williams Road (Redwood Road),
where family and friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment Utah
Veteran's Memorial Park under the direction of Larkin Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/30/2004 - 10/31/2004.

Morrison, Ronald Kenneth
Ronald Kenneth Morrison 1948 ~ 2004  Ronald Kenneth Morrison, 56, of Mesa,
Arizona lost a courageous battle to cancer October 29, 2004 at home, in the
company of his beloved family. Ron was born July 28, 1948 to Kenneth Bingham
and Ila Mae Lambert Morrison. He is survived by his sweetheart and wife, Nancy
Kamerath Morrison; his mother; two sisters (Sandra Miskin, Susan Morrison);
one brother (Lynn Morrison); three sons (Kenneth and Matthew Morrison, Daniel
Davies); daughter (Dacia Alvarez); grandchildren (Colton, Myah, Dylan, Mindy,
Shae, Jaxon, Chris and Shelby). Preceded in death by his father.Ron is a U.S.
Army veteran, having served two years, one of which was in Vietnam. He is
truly loved and will be deeply missed. Viewing at Bunker Family University
Chapel in Mesa Tuesday, November 2, 2004 from 9-11 a.m. followed by graveside
services at the VA Memorial Cemetery of Arizona at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of
flowers please make donations in Ron's name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E.
Flower St.,Phoenix , AZ 85014.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Olson, Blanche S.
Blanche S. Olson 1911 ~2004  MT. PLEASANT, UT - Blanche Seely Olson, 93,
passed away peacefully at the Golden Skyline Living Center, Ephraim, Utah,
Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004. Blanche was born Sept. 27, 1911, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah
the 10th child of Justus Lehi and Margaret Jensen Seely. She married Ray Jacob
Olson June 7, 1933. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple,
April, 1, 1954. They are the parents of four sons. As a young girl, Blanche
moved to Sego, Utah where she attended her first three years of school. When
she was eight years old, her father died, resulting in her family returning to
Mt. Pleasant. At this time, finances were very difficult but she finished her
primary grades. Then, through the love, support and generosity of her older
sister, Verlie, Blanche graduated from North Sanpete High School in 1929.
Blanche was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and
found joy in giving service as a visiting teacher and in other callings. She
and her husband, Ray, served as officiators in the Manti LDS Temple for
several years. Being a granddaughter of a Martin Handcart Pioneer, she greatly
appreciated her membership in the Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP). Blanche
loved to visit new places and see new people and new things. She enjoyed
traveling with her husband, her friends, and her children. To her, America,
with it's beauty and splendor was the best. Blanche loved the out-of-doors.
She enjoyed helping Ray and her sons on the family farm - milking cows or
driving tractor. For the yearly deer-hunt, she was up early to prepare steak
and eggs and a hearty lunch for her men. Another special love for her was
"Club." For years, she and Ray enjoyed lasting friendships because of the
Pinochle Club, and treasured associations developed through the Literary Club
and Women's Club. Playing table games spilled over from friends to family -
whatever the game, Blanche and Ray were up to the challenge. Grandchildren
remember the fun, the laughter and the rule: Grandpa and Grandma show no mercy
- they want to win! Blanche's life was one of love, compassion, service, and
generosity. She dearly loved her family, neighbors, and friends. She had a
keen awareness of others, and willingly and lovingly shared all she had with
those she knew and loved. Blanche was a loved "grandma" to neighbors and
children of all ages. Her arms and heart were always open and ready. She kept
a twinkle in her eye, a smile on her lips, and cookies, goodies, and homemade
lemon meringue pie ready to eat. To have her family all together was vital to
Blanche's happiness and peace. She loved to be surrounded by those she
cherished. Her true gift was to connect with each individual. No one was left
out. Her beautiful love knew no bounds. She gracefully and genuinely touched
the lives and hearts of everyone. Blanche is survived by her sons, Gerald Ray
(Carolyn), North Logan, Utah, Dennis Scott (Norma), Richfield, Utah, Robert
Dee (Roene), Fairview, Utah, and Richard Kent (JoLynne), Salt Lake City, Utah;
sister, Verlie Kirk, 99 years old, Salt Lake City, Utah; 15 grandchildren; 40
great-grandchil-dren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray; one
grandson; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 12
noon Tuesday, November 2, 2004, Mt. Pleasant 6th Ward Chapel, 461 North 300
West, Bishop Bryan Me-cham conducting. A viewing will be held from 10:30-11:30
a.m. at the church prior to the service. Interment will be at the Mt. Pleasant
City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Peterson, Payton Jones
Payton Jones Peterson Precious Baby Boy  Payton Jones Peterson, precious baby
boy of Jeremy and Amanda Peterson, passed into his Heavenly Father's arms
Friday, October 29, 2004. Payton was born August 15, 2003 in Provo, Utah. He
has brought love, joy, and light to his family during his enriched earth life.
Payton was full of life from his bright blue eyes and joyous giggle to his
dancing scamper. We've always known he was a special spirit on this earth.
Surviving him are his parents, Amanda Bunderson Peterson and Jeremy Joseph
Peterson; his grandparents, Larry and Gloria Peterson, and Steve and Pam
Bunderson; and many loving great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. The
family would like to thank the many doctors, nurses and staff at Primary
Children's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for their loving and compassionate
care for our angelic little boy. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday,
November 3, 2004, 11 a.m. in the Lakeview Stake Center, 1750 South 400 West,
Orem. Family and friends may call Tuesday, November 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Walker
Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, and 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to
the services at the church. Donations can be made to an account at Zion's Bank
in the name of Payton Peterson.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Pettegrew, Diane V.
Diane V. Pettegrew 1943 ~ 2004  Our dear sweet Diane Vogt Pettegrew passed
from this world to a new beginning with her Heavenly Father October 26, 2004,
due to complications  from surgery. Diane was born Sept. 30, 1943 in
Blackfoot, Idaho. Diane was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. She devoted a life of service to abused children and
sponsored a family from Bosnia. Funeral will be held 12 noon Monday Nov. 1st
at Memorial Estates 5850 So. 900 East. Viewing will be one hour prior to
services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn, 3401 S. Highland Dr. Diane was preceded in
death by her husband Donald Eugene Pettegrew, and her father Earl Oscar
Anderson.   She is survived by her children,  Anne Coles, John Vogt, Rodney
Vogt, Heidi Vogt, Gary Vogt, Foster Children Lucinda Jensen, Maria Hokema, and
a Foreign Exchange student Morten Lordrup, 11 grandchildren, and four
great-grandchildren; her mother Rose Colman, and two sisters Becky Hayes and
Ellen Cayce.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Rollins, Ralph Lowell
Ralph Lowell Rollins 1919 ~ 2004  Our loving husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, and broth-er, Ralph Lowell Rollins, passed away Saturday,
October 30,2004 at the age of 85.Ralph was born Aug. 21, 1919 in Greenville,
Utah to Perley Freeman and Esther Berthada Morris Rollins. He married Betty
Grace Barney June 1, 1948 in the Manti LDS Temple and together they reared
three sons and a daughter. They instilled testimony, a strong work ethic, and
an optimistic attitude by their examples and established a home full of music
and learning. Ralph received his BS in Civil Engineering from Utah State in
1941 and then served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in World
War II. Upon his return, his love of learning led him to earn an MS degree
from Utah State in 1949 and a Ph.D. from Iowa State in 1954. After teaching at
Colorado State University and the University of Utah, Ralph joined the Civil
Engineering faculty at BYU in 1958 where he established the geotechnical
engineering program. Ralph served as department chairman for two years,
1960-1962. He was honored by an engineering fellowship in his name and retired
from BYU in 1987. Ralph received the prestigious BYU Emeritus Alumni Award in
2004. Ralph founded the consulting firm of Rollins, Brown and Gunnell, Inc. in
Provo in 1965 and served as principal until his retirement at the age of 79 in
1999. Licensed in five states, he personally performed soil and foundation
investigations for over 5000 structures throughout the intermountain west
including a majority of the high-rise buildings in Salt Lake, several hundred
LDS chapels, buildings on every college campus in the state, and numerous
bridges and commercial buildings. Ralph performed design work for over 80
earth dams in the intermountain west, and served as a consultant to the World
Bank, reviewing design plans and inspecting earth dam construction in Korea
for three summers. He was president of the Utah Chapter of the American
Society of Civil Engineers from 1965-66. In 1972 he received the Outstanding
Professional Engineer Award for Technical Competence and was named Utah
Engineer of the Year in 1988. Ralph was devoted to the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints and served as bishop of the Cottonwood 2ndWard in Salt
Lake City. He served on high councils in the Cottonwood and BYU 11thStakes,
was a volunteer consultant to the LDS Church Engineering Department, and
received their Outstanding Professional Service Award in 1980. Ralph was a
member of Provo Kiwanis, served one term as president, and received the
Kiwanis Outstanding Service Award. Ralph is survived by his wife, Betty; his
children, Craig Rollins (Vancouver, WA), Kevin Rollins, (Austin, TX), Kyle
Rollins (Provo, UT), and Anita Rollins Blackwood (Austin, TX);, his brother,
Arden Rollins (Salt Lake City, UT); 12 grandchildren; and nine
great-grand-children. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday Nov. 3, 10 a.m.
at the Edge-mont North Stake Center at 4295 North Canyon Road in Provo. Family
and friends may call one hour prior to services. A viewing will also be held
from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 2, at the Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 S. State Street,
Orem. Interment will be at the Orem Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the
staff of the Courtyard at Jamestown for their caring devotion to Ralph.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/1/2004.

Streu, Mary Louise Wetterle
Mary Louise Wetterle Streu "Fear not   God is one step ahead." From our
longing arms to His loving embrace, our precious mother, grandmother, and
friend passed away October 29, 2004 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Mary
Louise Wetterle Streu was born in Chicago, IL February 5, 1925 to Louis
Wetterle and Lucille Jaycox Wetterle. She married Kenneth John Streu April 24,
1948; he preceded her in death December 1976. Louise retired from the Chicago
Board of Education and is a founding member of the TNT's, who recently
celebrated their 63rdbirthday as Ten Nuts Together. She enjoyed traveling,
reading, plays, and symphonies, and she performed many hours of volunteer
service. In 1996, Louise moved to Murray, UT to enjoy the pleasure of what she
referred to as her most esteemed role, that of grandmother. Louise is survived
by her three children, Carol Streu of Waukegan, IL; John Streu of McNaughton,
WI; and Jan Raymond of Sandy, UT. Mom, your children will forever call you
blessed for your undying love and affection, selflessness and courage. May we
continue to be strengthened and uplifted by your flawless example of all that
is good and grant you your most adamant desire--to love and support one
another in your memory. Proud grandchildren are Timothy, 23, Jill, 20, Paige,
15, and Reilly Raymond, 10, all of Sandy. Never has there been a more loving
and devoted grandmother. Louise rejoiced in her grandchildren. May their
memories of her spontaneous sense of humor and candid wit continue to amuse
them throughout their lives. Louise has countless friends whom she loves
dearly, particularly Patricia Cotteleer of Deerfield Beach, Florida. Her
friends brought her great joy throughout her life, and her memories, along
with their love and support, sustained and uplifted her during her illness.
Louise is preceded in death by her husband; parents; and many dear friends,
including those with four legs and fur, particularly her beloved Cherie, Tina,
Mikey, Kenny and Gretchen. Louise wishes to extend her appreciation to Holli
Wilmeth, RN and John Dietlein, MD of Vista Care Hospice, Dr. Kevin Stigge and
Dr. Ann Taylor. Your competent and compassionate care helped both her and her
family find hope, peace and dignity in dying. A viewing for will be held
Tuesday, November 2, 2004 from 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Funeral Home,
3401 Highland Drive. A wake will be held Thursday, November 4, 2004 at Drake &
Son Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held November 5, 2004 at Queen of
Angels Church, Chicago, IL. Interment, St. Joseph's Cemetery, River Grove, IL.
In lieu of flowers, Louise requests donations to be made to Great Friends
Animal Sanctuary, Kanab, UT.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Suite, Verla Bowen
Verla Bowen Suite "Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Sister"  Verla Bowen
Suite passed away October 29, 2004 in Murray, Utah. She was born January 7,
1922 in Devil Slide, Utah to George Edward and Katie LaRue Lamb Bowen. She
married Antone F. Suite July 29, 1960 in Coalville, Utah. Verla is survived by
her beloved husband, Tony Suite, "Hubcap Tony"; six children, Karen (David)
Ettin, Kent (Claudine) Jorgenson-Peterson, Lana Luttrell, Steve (Annette)
Suite, Tina (Raye) Berger, Cinde (Calvin) Law; 20 grandchildren; 23
great-grandchil-dren; and one great great-grand-child; three brothers, Lafe
(Louise) Bowen, Reed (Marilyn) Bowen, Harold (Joann) Bowen; three sisters,
Lorraine (Cliff) Vernon, Donna Vee (Jim) Johnston, Marjorie (Ed) Culbreath;
and sister-in-law, Mildred Bowen. Preceded in death by her mother, father, and
two older brothers. Verla's family would like to thank Dr. Warren Stack and
the wonderful nursing staff at the oncology department at Cottonwood Hospital.
Private family memorial services will be held. Inurnment Murray City Cemetery.
Funeral directors, Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, Murray, Utah. In lieu of flowers
the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box
102454, Atlanta, GA 30368-2454.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Vance, Melba Petersen
Melba Petersen Vance 1919 ~ 2004  Melba Petersen Vance passed from this life
October 26, 2004, in Oceanside, California.  She was born in Champion,
Alberta, Canada on April 14, 1919, to Parley Peter Petersen and Edna Ellen
Smith Petersen. She married Blain Vance on July 20, 1938, in the Manti Temple.
He died May 26, 1969. Both Melba and Blain graduated from North Sanpete High
School. In 1940 they moved to San Diego, California, and lived in the San
Diego area until her passing. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints, having served twice as stake Relief Society
president. She was also an active member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers
and earlier this year received special recognition from the San Diego area
companies. She also served faithfully for many years as a worker in the San
Diego Temple.  Melba is survived by her sons Morris (Janice), Dennis (Vicki),
Ronald (Janice), Garth, daughter Debra Harris (Russell), 16 grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren. Being one of eight children, she is survived by
her sister Lora. She was preceded in death by her husband and brothers Gerald,
Harold, LaDell, Cumorah, Vernal and Marley.  Funeral Services will be held at
11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2004 at the Vista I Ward, in Vista
California. A graveside service will be held prior to interment at the
Fairview City Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2004.  
Published in the Deseret News on 10/31/2004.

Winchell, Dorothy L.
Dorothy L. Winchell1914 ~ 2004  Dorothy L. Winchell passed away October 29,
2004 in Salt Lake City., She was born March 6, 1914 in Great Falls, Montana.
Daughter of LeRoy and Helen Mead. Dorothy went everywhere with her beloved
dogs, Herman, Pete, and Toby. She was a member of the LDS Church. She was an
assistant director at the Y.W.C.A where she taught hundreds of kids to swim.
Dorothy never saw a garage sale that she didn't love. She was kind, generous,
sweet and always grateful. Dorothy, you will be missed by your many friends.
Thanks to all the helpful friends at the Hamilton Place. Graveside services
will be held Tuesday, November 2, 10 a.m. at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 4th
Avenue and N Street, within the cemetery towards the top. Services under
direction of Larkin Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News from 10/31/2004 - 11/1/2004.