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Ahlander, Elaine Brown
Elaine Brown Ahlander 1922 ~ 2005 Elaine Brown Ahlander passed away surrounded
by family members April 6, 2005. She was born March 27, 1922 in American Fork,
Utah to Denzil Austin Brown and Ina Vilate Chipman Brown. She was the eldest
of two daughters. She attended Brigham Young Academy and Brigham Young
University. She married her BYU sweetheart, J. Fred Ahlander, December 19,
1941 in the Salt Lake LDS temple. A daughter Julie and her husband Fred
preceded her in death. They raised five children. She was an active member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elaine and Fred served an LDS
mission in England in 1988. Elaine has always served faithfully in the Church
and in the community. She loved music and shared her talents with Church and
community groups. She will be missed dearly by many friends who will remember
her for her kindness, compassion, and generous spirit. The family would like
to extend their gratitude to the staff and friends at Summerfield Assisted
Living Center for their loving kindness. She is survived by her sister, Lavon
B. Brewer (Charles-Phoenix, AZ); children: James F. Ahlander (Queen Creek,
AZ), David B. Ahlander (Los Angeles, CA), Michael B. Ahlander (Becky-Orem,
UT), Ann A. Tucker (Michael-Orem, UT), and Stephen B. Ahlander (Leslee-Lindon,
UT); nineteen Grandchildren and nineteen Great-grandchildren. Funeral services
will be held Monday, April 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Oak Hills 6th Ward
Chapel, 1900 N. 1500 E., Provo, UT. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8
p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center Street, and Monday morning at
the church from 9:30-10:45. Interment will be in the Provo City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Bettess, Deborah
Deborah Bettess 1953 ~ 2005 Deborah Bettess passed away April 2, 2005 at her
home in Salt Lake City. She was the daughter of Sharon Gibbs Wells and Richard
D. Bettess. She was born Jan. 14, 1953. She is survived by her mother, Sharon
(Pinehurst, TX); her sister Arleene Hunt (Pinehurst, TX) and her brother
Martin L. Wells (Magnolia, TX). She is preceded in death by her father,
Richard, stepfather Lynn M. Wells, and grandmother Mrs. Wilma Grieve. Debbie
will be remembered for her dedicated advocacy with the Disability Act and the
Council for the Blind. She will be missed terribly by her loving family and
many good friends. Magnolia Funeral home, Magnolia TX. She will be buried
Saturday April 9 in Magnolia Texas.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Bullough, Robert Dale
Robert Dale Bullough 1955 ~ 2005 Our loving husband, father, son, brother and
uncle Dale Bullough, 49, died April 5 from injuries sustained in a fall. He
was born June 15, 1955 in Salt Lake City to Bonnie and Bob Bullough. He
graduated from Kearns High School in 1973 and attended the University of Utah
and Utah Technical College. He married Jennifer Rohrbach on July 27, 1992.
Together they raised their daughter Casey Gail, 8, Dale's pride and joy. Dale
worked as a draftsman, designer and illustrator for over 20 years. He was
quiet and unassuming, and had a warm smile. He was an avid swimmer for the
Kearns youth aquatic team and in high school. He enjoyed raising fish and
reptiles, and loved landscaping, reading and model trains. Dale is preceded in
death by his sister Marianne Hartt, and is survived by his wife and daughter,
his parents, his sister Christene (Dave) Thresher, his brother John D. (Joe
Zachmann) Bullough; nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, brothers and
sisters-in-law; aunts, uncles and cousins. The family would like to thank
Tammy and the University of Utah Medical Center staff for the care they gave
Dale. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Sat., April 9, Trinity United Methodist
Church, 4290 W. 5415 S., Kearns, UT.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Cannon Jr., Edwin Q.
Edwin Q Cannon Jr. 1918 ~ 2005 Like his grandfather Apostle George Q. Cannon,
Edwin Q. Cannon, Jr. was a pioneer for the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. In 1978 he was called by the First Presidency of the
Church, together with his wife and one other couple, Rendell and Rachel Mabey,
to establish the first official branches of the Church among the blacks in
Africa. In less than a year, trained native leaders in Ghana and Nigeria were
presiding over 27 LDS branches made up of the hundreds of new members baptized
by Brothers Cannon and Mabey. "Ted" Cannon, as he was known to friends and
relatives, was born May 6, 1918, to Edwin Q. and Luella Wareing Cannon.
Because of the flu epidemic then raging, he was born at home, 231 D St in Salt
Lake City, delivered by his father's brother Dr. William T. Cannon. He grew up
on "the Avenues," attending Lowell, Bryant Junior High, and East High schools.
Ted's studies at the University of Utah were interrupted in 1937 by a mission
call to Hitler's Germany. He was president of the East Berlin Branch in 1939
when the missionaries were evacuated as World War II began. He finished his
mission in eastern Canada and returned home in 1940. He re-enrolled at the
"U," rejoined the University polo team, and became president of Beta Theta Pi
fraternity. He and Janath Russell were married in the Salt Lake Temple on
August 13, 1941, exactly two years from the date they had first met in Berlin.
He graduated in 1942 -"in absentia"- as he was already at the Harvard Graduate
School of Business Administration, from which he received his MBA in 1943,
graduating magna cum laude at the top of his class. During the war he was an
officer in the U.S. Army, stationed at the Quartermaster Office of Price
Adjustment in San Francisco. He returned to Salt Lake City and the family
business, the Salt Lake Stamp Co., in spite of tempting job offers elsewhere,
and with his brother, William W., managed the company successfully for over 30
years. The brothers shouldered each other's responsibilities to make mission
calls possible, and enjoyed sharing a ranch in Kamas Valley. A life of service
in the Church included these positions: counselor to Bishop Orval Fox in the
20th Ward 1950-'59; Ensign Stake High Council (1959-'64; bishop of the Ensign
4th Ward 1964-'71; president of the Switzerland Mission, 1971-'74; counselor
and later executive secretary in the International Mission 1974-'87; sealer in
the Salt Lake Temple; director of the Nauvoo Visitors Center 1987-'89; interim
president of the Hamburg Germany Mission for three months in 1989, so Pres.
Walter Paul could re-open the East German Mission; president of the Frankfurt
Temple 1989-'91. Civic service included: member of the Utah State House of
Representatives 1956, 1958, 1960; president of Marking Device Association
1971; member of Utah Executives Association, Rotary International, and Utah
Manufacturers Association. Ted was a respected businessman, a loyal husband, a
quiet and caring father, a faithful friend, and a delightful companion. His
mortal life ended on April 6, 2005. Among those who will miss him until they
meet again are: His wife, Janath Russell Cannon, children: Ann (Richard)
LeVitre, Ned (Kay) Cannon, Melissa (Tim) Evans, Russell (Shelley) Cannon,
Tenney (Anita) Cannon, and Myra (Darin) Kerr; 26 grandchildren and 30 great
grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sat. April 9, 2005, 12:00 noon at
the Salt Lake Ensign Stake Center, 2nd Ave. & A Street. Friends may call Fri.
evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple and from
10:30-11:45 prior to services. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund, are suggested.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Drysdale, Kiley Adam
Kiley Adam Drysdale 1983 ~ 2005 On April 2, 2005 our beloved son and little
brother left us and went home to be with his Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus
Christ. Kiley was born on a warm spring day May 25, 1983. He brought joy and
love to his family from the moment he was born. Kiley was a very valiant son
of God and stood for truth and righteousness his whole life. He was always the
first one to help another or take care of the underdog. Kiley was an excellent
student with a keen mind. He was always an honor role student and often
carried a 4.0 grade point average. He loved sports and his passion was playing
football which he excelled in. He graduated from Sky View High School and
attended Utah State University for several semesters. He was an Elder in the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had been an active member his
whole life. Kiley was welcomed in Heaven by his angel sister, Elizabeth Becky
Murray. Surviving are his father James Harmon Drysdale, Denver, CO; father and
mother Mark E. And Becky B. Murray, Hyde Park, UT; brothers Jamey Darrick
Drysdale, Smithfield, UT; Tyson Riley Drysdale, North Logan, UT; Casey James
Drysdale, Richmond, UT'; Daniel Mark Murray, Logan, UT; April Skelton Murray,
Denver, CO; Hilary Murray, Denver, CO; and his beloved little sister Alexandra
Becky Murray, three sister-in-laws and one brother-in-law; grandmas and
grandpas, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and a whole large family
that will miss his sweet smile and loving ways more than we can say. Funeral
services will be held Saturday, April 9, at 1 p.m. in the Hyde Park Stake
Center, 535 E. 200 S, Hyde Park, Utah. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on
Friday, April 8 at the Allen Hall Mortuary, 34 E. Center St, Logan and from
11:30 - 12:45 p.m. on Saturday at the stake center. In lieu of flowers the
family has requested that donations be made to the Kiley Drysdale Donative
Fund with proceeds going to Mothers for The Children of Russia Charity.
Donations can be made at any Wells Fargo branch. Condolences may be sent to
the family by email at mortuaryobits@yahoo.com and put Kiley Drysdale in the
subject.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Dubois, Margery Eileen Jackson
Margery Eileen Jackson Dubois 1930 ~ 2005 Wednesday morning April 6, 2005 our
family lost its most precious member Marge, who lost her courageous battle
against ALS. She was the ideal balance of a wife, mother, sister and friend.
Marge was born September 4, 1930 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She is survived by her
caregiver/best buddy/husband Paul Dubois, daughter Aimee Dubois-Ricci (John),
sister Betty Simmons, stepchildren Bonny Troost (Robert), Hellen Lagerburg
(Willem), Richard Dubois (Paloma), Bea Materman (Frits) and Paul Dubois II
(Masja). She is preceded in death by her father Axel Jackson, mother Minnie
Jackson, brother Donald Jackson and stepson Andy Dubois. Marge was an
extraordinary person who touched all those she came in contact with. She will
be missed tremendously by all those who knew and loved her, she will live in
our hearts forever. Her family would like to thank John and MariAnn Dubois and
the ALS foundation for their dedication, support and generosity. In lieu of
flowers the family asks donations be made to the ALS foundation to support
further research on ALS. Muscular Dystrophy Association (ALS Representative),
4578 Highland Drive #300, Salt Lake City, Utah 84117. Funeral service will be
Monday, April 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Mountain View Memorial, 3115 East 7800
South, Salt Lake City. Family and friends may visit from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday,
April 10 and one hour prior to services on Monday. Interment Mountain View
Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/8/2005 - 4/10/2005.

Flint, Fae Marie
Fae Marie Flint 1922 ~ 2005 Fae Marie Flint passed away peacefully at the
Rocky Mountain Care Center in Bountiful after a long illness with cancer on
April 4, 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah on April 14, 1922 to William
Raymond and Hazel Lambourne Flint. Retired from Sweets Candy after 30 plus
years. Loved camping, fishing, the outdoors and her dogs. Enjoyed giving large
family Christmas parties. She gave much personal time to her nieces and
nephews. Survived by sisters Beth Coburn and LaVerne (John) German; a brother
Donald (Barbara "Bobbie") Flint; also many nieces and nephews. Preceded in
death by parents; brothers William "Bill" Raymond Jr., Jack L., and Edward
Wilson; sister Frances Fisher. Funeral services will be held 12 noon, Friday,
April 8 at Larkin Mortuary (260 East South Temple). Family will receive
friends Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary as well as one hour prior to
services. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery (4th Ave and N St.)
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Frisbey, R.G.W. (Dick)
R.G.W. (Dick) Frisbey Happy 100th Birthday On this special day, April 8th, we
are thinking of you with love. We are remembering the wonderful times that we
have had together. We miss you. WE LOVE YOU, YOUR FAMILY
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Gonzalez, Primitivo
Primitivo Gonzalez "Pete" Our beloved father, grandfather and
great-grandfather, passed away on April 4, 2005 from a heart attack. Pete was
born Nov. 26, 1917 in Summerton, Arizona to Nestor and Demetria Gonzalez.
Preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister and his son Ernesto
(Ernie). Survived by his wife of 66 years Josephine and five children, Ramona,
Pasqual, Mary Tulin (Bob), Antonia Grodt (Doug), Spokane, WA; Gloria, and
sister, Petra Delgado; seven grandsons; three granddaughters; four
great-grandsons and three great-granddaughters. Retired from Kennecott Copper
after 35 years as a welder. Was active in the Catholic Church as a Eucharist
Minster. Dad was an avid golfer and was most proud of his two hole-in-ones.
But his greatest joy was spending time with his one great love Josie, and
having family gatherings where they could watch their grand and
great-grandchildren grow up. A funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 10
a.m. At Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 715 West 300 North. A Vigil
Service will be held Sunday at 7 p.m. at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372
East 100 South, where friends may call from 6 - 7 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary
Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street. Dad-grandpa, you will be greatly missed,
always loved, and never forgotten. God bless you and rest in peace.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Guss, Sophie
Sophie Guss 1908 ~ 2005 Sophie Guss, age 97, passed away Wednesday, April 6,
2005. Born in Denver, Colorado, February 5, 1908. Daughter of Israel and Celia
Lehrer. Lived in Denver most of her young life, until she met and married her
beloved husband Abe Guss. They were married 67 years. They were parents of two
daughters, Raylene, who is deceased and Anita (Robaire) Nieves who have two
children, Craig (Kristin) Nieves who have two children - Brady and Gracie and
Helene (John) Scherer who have two children, Samantha and Jessica. Sophie is
survived by her sister, Surk and brother-in-law Ira, as well as many nephews,
nieces and cousins. Graveside services will be held at Montefiore Cemetery
Friday, April 8, 2005 at 12:00 Noon. Funeral Directors: Evans & Early
Mortuary. Donations may be made in Sophie's memory to the Raylene Guss
Memorial Fund or Abe Guss Learners Sanctuary C/O Congregation Kol Ami.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Henderson, Geri Lyn
Geri Lyn Henderson 1969 ~ 2005 FARMINGTON - Geri Lyn Henderson, 35, passed
away Tuesday April 5, 2005 at her home. She was born December 13, 1969 in
Anaheim, CA; the daughter of Kenneth Baird and Peggy Ann Eddington Henderson.
Geri Lyn worked for Ogden Clinic Research Foundation for eight years. She
developed many close endearing relationships with her fellow associates. Geri
Lyn enjoyed the theatre, classical music and traveling. Her greatest joy was
her nieces and friends. She had a great sense of humor. Surviving are her
parents, Ann Arbor, Michigan; grandmothers, Arma Hill, St. George; Anna
Eddington, Santa Clara, two brothers, Bret (Emily) Henderson, Farmington;
Jeffrey Henderson, Ann Arbor, Michigan; sister, Trisha (Justin) Kirkham, So.
Jordan; four nieces, Sydney and Abby Henderson and Kendall and Erin Kirkham.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2005 at 11 a.m. at
Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. Friends and family may
call Saturday from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Logan City
Cemetery. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Hoffman, Afton Williams "Gram"
Afton Williams Hoffman "Gram" 1919 ~ 2005 Afton Williams Hoffman, age 86,
passed away April 7, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah due to a sudden stroke. She
was born January 30, 1919 in Salt Lake County, a daughter of David Royal and
Hattie Emma Jane Robinson Williams. She graduated from Granite High School and
attended LDS Business College where she acquired the skills that sustained her
in her career. She worked at Quality Oil Co. for 35 years. She married Melvin
H. Hoffman February 14, 1941, later divorced. She was a member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in various callings and sharing
her love of the gospel with others. Afton was a loving mother and grandmother-
her family was the joy of her life. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking,
and crocheting. She lovingly gave beautiful afghans to family members,
friends, and various humanitarian causes. She volunteered at St. Mark's
Hospital as a Pink Lady for 13 years, providing loving service to others.
Afton is survived by her three sons, Bill (Joanne), Brent (Coral) and Bruce
(Lynn); nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her parents and her sister, Delsa. Graveside services will be held on
Monday, April 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Elysian Burial Gardens, 1075 East 4580
South. Friends and family may call from 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2005 at
Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. The family wishes to express their
sincere gratitude to the Care Source Hospice staff for their kind and
professional care of Afton during her last days of life. In lieu of flowers,
please send donations to Care Source Residence, 1624 E. 4500 S, Salt Lake
City, UT 84117.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/8/2005 - 4/9/2005.

Holbrook, Lois Monroe
Lois Monroe Holbrook "Reunited with Family" Lois Monroe Holbrook, age 91,
passed away April 6, 2005 in Taylorsville, Utah. She was born May 27, 1913 in
Ely, Nevada as the only child to LeRoy and Leoan Perkins Monroe. She spent
most of her childhood living in the mining community of Sulphur, Nevada.
Married Evon William Holbrook, June 28, 1934; solemnized in the Salt Lake
Temple April 15, 1935. They lived in a variety of places in Utah and
California and she served faithfully in the LDS Church. She was preceded in
death by her husband and three children: Ronald LeRoy, Richard Evon and Linda
Lee. Survived by her daughters-in-law, Carolyn Maxfield and Pearl Maxfield;
eight grandchildren: Todd William Holbrook, Lori Clark, Troy Richard Holbrook,
Traci Lee Yran, Randall Scott Holbrook, Brett LaMont Holbrook, Ronald Jason
Holbrook and Kari Lynn Fowler; 17 great-grandchildren Lois was a beloved
daughter, wife, mother and grandmother who delighted us all with her stories,
humor and smile. In memory of her favorite story, we know she was pretty in
more than two ways. The family extends appreciation to the employees of
Heritage Bennion Care Center and the Legacy Group. Funeral services will be
held Saturday, 2 p.m. at the Taylorsville 4th Ward, 4310 South 3200 West where
a viewing will held Saturday at the church, 1-1:45 p.m. prior to service.
Interment, Elysian Burial Gardens.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.


Martin, Leona V. "Peanuts"
Leona V Martin Peanuts "Our Beloved" Leona V. Martin also know as "Peanuts",
Grandma Peanuts", and "Shorty:, was born August 23, 1934 to the late Ernest L.
Salt and Melba Carlston Salt in Salt Lake City. She attended school in Salt
Lake City, graduating from West High School. After graduation, Leona met and
married Alfred E. Potter. From this union were born four children. Leona
worked for the state of Utah as a tax collector for many years, retiring in
1994. Leona passed away peacefully in her home on April 2, 2005 at the age of
70. Leona was loved very much and remained a faithful member of Faith Temple
Pentecostal Church No 1. In Salt Lake City, Utah. In her younger days she was
well know for her marches on the State Capital in pursuit of women's rights,
her willingness to fight for Welfare Reform, as well as taking in stray
animals. She was well known for her love of life, God, Mama, Bishop Robert C.
Cosby, Evangelist Mary M. Cosby, her church and her mountains. Leona was
always willing to give, even when she had very little of her own. She did not
judge and would open her heart to anyone in need. She had a generous spirit,
was loved by all and will be dearly missed. To this day she was and is still
called "Mom: and "Grandma Peanuts" by many outside the immediate family. Leona
was diligent in her love of children and even while not physically disabled,
she carried on fund raising by phone to assist the children at the Tender
Loving Care Teaching & Learning Center. She also donated to many other worthy
causes. She loved to animatedly discuss her love of God, the scriptures and
politics. Leona was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to
many. Leona was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Melba Salt, her
dear brother Edwin D. Salt, as well as four of her dearest friends, Edith
Swallow, Verdell Memmott, Pauline Hadden and Margaret Miera. Leona leaves to
cherish her memory, her loving daughters, Katherine L. Oliai of Lake View.
Terrace, CA, Julia A. Potter and Sharla J. Torgerson, husband David Torgerson;
her loving son, Ernest W. Potter of Salt Lake City, Utah; brother and
sister-in-law, Charles B. and Lorna A. Salt of Bandon, Oregon, cherished
friends, Kate Halladay and Lois V. Peacock, 14 grandchildren and one
great-grand son, her honorary children, Julie Ray Peacock, Melissa Burgess,
Joy Gordon, the Memmott, Miera, and Halladay children, numerous additional
relatives, friends and her church family. Visitation will be held Friday,
April 8, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 S. 2200 W.,
Riverton, Utah. Services will be Saturday April 9,2005 at 11:00 a.m. with
visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Faith Temple Pentecostal Church, 1510
South Richards Street, Salt Lake City, Utah, followed with a dedication of the
gravesite at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 S. Highland Dr, Salt Lake City.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following; Salt Lake
Community Action Program, 764 S. 200 W., SLC, UT 84101 and also the Tender
Loving Care Teaching & Learning Center, 1035 W. Indiana Ave, SLC, UT 84104
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Mower, Thomas M.
Thomas M. Mower 1923 ~ 2005 SOUTH WILLARD - Our beloved husband, father,
grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to all, Thomas M. Mower, 81,
graciously slipped the bonds of this earthly presence on Monday, April 4,
2005, to return to the embrace of our Father in Heaven, after a valiant fight
with cancer. His journey in this life began in Fairview, Utah on August 21,
1923 where he was born to Winston and Thelma Larsen Mower. He was raised on a
farm in Oak Creek and attended North Sanpete High School in Mt. Pleasant. He
also graduated from the University of Utah. He married his high school
sweetheart and lifelong love, Maurine Blackham, on February 2, 1942. They were
sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They recently
celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. Tom was a member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was very pleased to serve many years in
various capacities in the church, and continued to serve honorably in many
callings throughout his life. He loved to attend the temple and he had a
strong and enduring testimony of the Gospel and its teachings. During World
War II he served with the U.S. Navy at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii as an
airplane mechanic and following the war on Shore Patrol Duty riding the train
from Ogden to Cheyenne supervising returning sailors. Tom taught English at
Bountiful High School for nine years and later taught many years at Stevens
Henager Business College in Ogden. During this time he raised mink on a farm
in South Willard for 35 years. He also had an apple orchard in Pleasant View
where he raised beautiful apples for sale in area stores. He was well-known in
his community as a man of integrity, hard work and honesty. One of his great
loves in life was his music. Late in life he learned to play the piano and
composed many songs. Tom is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maurine, of
South Willard; sons: Thomas E. (Lydia) Mower, Payson, UT; Dr. Richard W. (Pam)
Mower, Fountain Hills, AZ; Jerry B. (Tedi Jeen) Mower, Bedford, WY; John L.
Mower, Clinton; daughter Lori M. (Gale) Hall, Willard; and daughter-in-law,
Dee Mower, Springville; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Also
surviving is his brother, James Mower, of Evanston, WY. He was preceded in
death by his daughter, Francene Whitecar, his parents, sister, Theli Allred,
brother, Berkley Mower, grandson, Brett Mower, and son-in-law, Donnie Ray
Dominy. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Willard Peak
Ward Chapel in South Willard, 7615 South 665 West, with Bishop Robert Dean
officiating. Friends may call at Lindquist's North Ogden Mortuary, 2140 North
Washington Blvd., on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday at the Ward Chapel
from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Interment, Fairview, Utah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
the family suggests donations be made to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund.
Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Parker, Robert "Hal"
Robert "Hal" Parker 1925 ~ 2005 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - Robert "Hal" Parker, age
79, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2005, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born
May 13, 1925 in Joseph, Utah, a son of Robert Harold and Gladys Andersen
Parker. He married Colleen Anderson on September 1, 1946. Born and raised in
Joseph, Utah, he attended South Sevier High School in Monroe, Utah. Serving in
World War II, in the U.S. 8th Air Force, 1st Division, 401st Bomb Group, he
flew 35 missions. He attended Brigham Young University, and graduated from the
University of Washington, School of Dentistry. After practicing dentistry in
American Fork, Utah, he attended St. Louis University, School of Dentistry,
graduating with a Master's Degree in Orthodontics in 1962. Moving to Las
Vegas, he practiced Orthodontics until 1989, when he retired. An active member
of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as Mission
President of the Columbia South Carolina Mission from 1978 to 1981, as a
member of the Nevada Las Vegas Mission Presidency for 10 years, and from 1995
to 1997, as Director of the Independence Missouri Visitors Center. He was a
farmer and rancher at heart who loved the outdoors. He is survived by his
children, Judi Ann (Stanford) Nielson and Robert Jeffery (Lisa) Parker, both
of Las Vegas, NV, and Jodi Lynn (Wade) Brooksby of Tualatin, OR; 11
grandchildren, Darik (Emily), Garrett, and Dane Nielson, Devin (Scott)
Bennett, Kimberly, Cameron, and Brandon Parker, Jaimie (Michael) Keller,
London, Sydney and Britain Brooksby; two great-grandchildren, Jalen Keller and
Ty Nielson; brothers, Juel, George Rex, and Gordon Parker; and sisters,
Geraldine Aldous Nordfors, Jackie Werts, Patsy Greenwood, Bonnie Evans, and
Peggy Jensen. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Colleen Anderson
Parker; and sisters, Colleen Saunders and Sally Turpin. Funeral services will
be held Saturday, April 9, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. (Nevada time) at the Las Vegas
Lakes Stake Center, 1801 Monte Cristo Way, Las Vegas. A viewing will be held
on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until time of services. Interment will be Monday,
April 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. (Utah time) at the Monroe Cemetery, in Monroe,
Utah. Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S.
Bluff St., St. George, UT, (435) 673-2454. In lieu of flowers, the family
would appreciate contributions to the General Missionary Fund. The mailing
address is Missionary Department, 3WW, Attn: DeAne, 50 East, North Temple St.,
Salt Lake City, UT 84150. The check should reference the Missionary Fund along
with a note stating "In Memory of Robert "Hal" Parker." Friends and family are
invited to offer their condolences at www.spilsburymortuary.com. Click on the
dove. Obituaries are also available at our website. Click on the rose.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Penman, Robert John
Robert John Penman On the Road Again Robert John Penman, 91, passed away at
his home, on Monday, April 4, 2005, in South Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born
April 26, 1913, in Park City, Utah to Hildred Ethel Boulton and John Albert
Penman. Married Winnifred Eschler on March 20, 1937, their marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Mom passed away on January 6, 2005.
Dad was a truck driver for many many years; beginning when he learned to drive
a team of horses as a boy. He would share with anyone his love for gardening,
care of animals, and wisdom beyond explanation. Dad greatly missed his
sweetheart and mentioned it daily. He is survived by sister, Hildred Hastings;
brother, Delbert (Bonnie); step-daughter, Marlene Sheldon Johnson; children,
David Robert (June), John Winston (Gloria Jean), Patricia Louise Riet, Judith
Ann (Kenneth) Black; grandchildren, Wendy Rammell, Michael Johnson, Minde
(Russ) Mower, Lynan Graf, Sean (Raquel), Robert John, Cori (Mark) Rackley,
Michelle (Bob) Besmehn, John Travis, Raelene (Larry) Eppard, Angela (Mike)
Abbott, [Raelene and Angela grew up in their home], Elizabeth (Kurt) Curtiss,
Jacqueline Black; 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his wife, his parents, two brothers and two sisters, sons
Fredric Eschler and Joseph Raymond, grandchildren David and Raena. The family
wishes to thank Angel and Mike for the many years of unselfish service they
have rendered to Mom and to Dad. Funeral services will be held on Saturday,
April 9, 2005, 11:00 a.m., at Central Park Ward, 304 East 2700 South, where
friends may call Friday evening 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday morning
from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment:
Elysian Burial Gardens. Funeral Directors: Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 South
200 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. Online guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Pratt, Rey Linge
Rey Linge Pratt 1942 ~ 2005 Rey passed away April 6, 2005 from complications
of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). He was born July 10, 1942 in Centerville, UT to
Nellie Linge and Arol Pratt. He served three and a half years in the National
Guard in Utah. Rey had 31 years in good standing with Alcoholics Anonymous.
Member of the Salt Lake City Four Square Church. Survived by his wife Carol;
children, Julie Simons (Scott), Mark O'Brien, Richard O'Brien, Gregory O'Brien
(Terry), Timothy O'Brien (Linda); 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grand-children;
sisters and brothers, Joyce Barton, Frank Pratt (Jeanette), Sherry Allen, and
David Pratt (Roberta); and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by
parents; brother Reed Pratt; brother-in-law Robert Barton. Funeral services
will be Saturday April 9, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary,
2350 E. 1300 So., where family and friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. and
Saturday one hour prior to services. Special thanks to Dr. M. Bromberg and the
ALS Clinic at U of U, also to Zenaida Tovar for her loving care.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Price, David Lew
David Lew Price "Gramps" Our loving father, grandfather, great grandfather,
brother, and friend passed away peacefully on April 5, 2005, at the age of 79.
The most important thing in Dave's life was his family. His proudest moments
were when they were all together. You would often hear him say," love, love,
love": He always lived by this philosophy. He opened his heart and home to
everyone he met. Anyone who knew Dave knew he was a very special man. His
memory will forever be cherished by all. Dave was born on June 22, 1925, in
Samaria, Idaho to Daniel and Viola Price. He married the love of his life
Bonnie Jean Kent on December 15, 1945. Dave grew up on a farm in Idaho. Joined
the Navy and proudly served during World War II. After working at IML for 35
years he retired but never really stopped working. Dave is survived by his
four children: Claude (Marilyn) Price, Nancy (Blaine) Jeppeson, Debbie (Gary)
Erickson, Jeff (Theresa) Price, 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren,
brothers, Khalil, Dale, sisters, Rayona, Emogene, Evelyn, Nadine, Charlene.
Preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonnie, and by his long time friend,
Shirley Pope, brother Jack, sister LaRee. A funeral service will be held
Friday 11:00 a.m. at the Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South.
A viewing will be held Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. also at the mortuary.
Interment Bountiful City Cemetery, 2224 South 200 West. In lieu of flowers, it
would be an honor to have donations made to the American Diabetes Association,
P.O. Box 1132, Fairfax, VA. 22038-1132 in Dave's name.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Robertson, Helen Beth W.
Helen Beth W. Robertson 1924 ~ 2005 PRICE, UT- Loving mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, Beth Robertson, 81, passed peacefully away April 5, 2005,
in Bountiful, Ut. Born Helen Beth Waterman, February 17, 1924, Price, Utah to
Benjamin and Vera Waterman. Married Dean G. Robertson, April 7, 1943, Salt
Lake LDS Temple. Active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, served in the Ward and Stake Primary, Sunday School, Young Women's,
and Relief Society organizations. Served in the Cub Scouting Program. Served
as a missionary in the Hartford Connecticut Mission 1985-1986 with her
faithful companion and husband. Beth served in the Church and her community
but most lovingly and faithfully in her family. Preceded in death by her
parents, two sisters, one brother, her husband, one granddaughter and one
great-granddaughter. Survived by her children, Karen (Jeff) McKenzie, West
Valley City; Nancy (Joe) Morgan, Dugway; Robby (Ginnie), Fresno, CA; Rita,
Michele, Helen, all Las Vegas, NV; Scott and Mark, Salt Lake City; 17
grandchildren; 22 great-grand children; brothers, Robert and Floyd Waterman;
sister, Shirley Tanner. A viewing will be held Sunday, April 10, 2005 from 6-8
p.m. at Fausett Mortuary, 680 E. 100 S., Price, UT. Funeral services will be
held Monday, April 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m., Price, Utah 11th Ward, 303 W. 500
S. Price, Utah, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment
Price City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/9/2005.

Shurtleff, Helen Clayton
Helen Clayton Shurtleff 1923 ~ 2005 Our dear mother, Helen Clayton Shurtleff,
passed away April 3, 2005 from complications following a fall. Helen was born
January 17, 1923 to David Hyrum and Margaret Cannon Clayton. She was so proud
of her pioneer heritage which included William Clayton, George Q. Cannon and
Emmeline B. Wells. Helen grew up a member of the LDS church on the Cannon
Farm. She attended South High, and continued her education at Strayer Business
College, George Washington U and the U of U. She was a member of the Phi Mu
sorority. She married Albert Wallace "Wally" Shurtleff of August 31, 1946 in
the SL Temple. Wally passed away May 30, 1990. Together they raised five
beautiful daughters. While raising their five daughters Helen worked at
various employments, however her life became defined by the hard, yet
rewarding work she did at Pioneer Craft House beginning in 1957. She truly
became synonymous with Craft House and no one entered without meeting her and
being impressed with her professionalism. She enjoyed lifelong friendships
with the many people associated with Craft House. Despite many physical
limitations, she continued to run Craft House until well past her 80th year.
The Pioneer Craft House will not be the same without her. Helen is survived by
her five daughters Rebecca (DeLane) Hutcheon, Louise Mabey, Marian (Layne)
Wright, Jane (Rick) Herbert, Annie (Joe) Kjar, 30 grandchildren; 20
great-grandchildren; two sisters; one brother and one brother-in-law. She was
preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother, three sisters and a
granddaughter Megan Wright. Our family expresses sincere gratitude to the
staff and especially the nurses at Highland Care where she spent her last
week. We would also like to thank Gordon and Elaine Neff for the love and
attention they showed to our mom for many years. Funeral services will be held
Saturday April 9, 2005, at 12:00 Noon at the Holladay Stake Center, 4395 South
Albright Drive (2145 E.). Friends may call Friday Apr. 8, 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch
Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr. and Sat. 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to the
services at the Stake Ctr. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the LDS Missionary Dept. or the Utah State
Services for the Blind.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/9/2005.

Steed, Stella Pierce
Stella Pierce Steed 1926 ~ 2005 Stella passed away on April 4, 2005 at home.
She was born on April 20, 1926 to Albert Boyd Pierce and Mary Jane Branch in
Wellington, Utah. Stella graduated from Carbon High School. She married Bob
Steed on July 17, 1948. Stella had a love for ballroom dancing, and for many
years worked side by side with her husband Bob in the Motion Picture Industry.
Stella is survived by her son, Gary (Mary Lynn) Steed; sisters, Loretta
(Wayne) Jones, and Connie (Larry) North and special friend Del Hansen, five
grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her
husband Bob, parents, and brother Albert Pierce. A funeral service will be
held on Sat., April 9, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 S. 900 E.
in Murray. Friends and family are invited to a visitation one hour prior to
services on Sat., Interment will be at the Redwood Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Strong, June Engberson
June Engberson Strong "Together Again" 1908 ~ 2005 June Engberson Strong, age
96, passed away on Sunday, April 3, in Pleasant Grove, Utah. She was born June
30, 1908 in Driggs, Idaho, the daughter of Eve & Alma Engberson. June attended
school in Driggs and graduated from Teton High School. She married William A.
Strong on Dec. 23, 1931 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She attended Ricks
College before she was married, and later received her Bachelor's degree from
BYU in 1959. She taught elementary school for 24 years. June was an active
member of the LDS Church and served in many positions through the years. She
especially cherished her time as a temple worker in the Provo Temple. She was
nominated by her family in 1971, as a candidate for Idaho Mother of the Year.
She is survived by her children, William J. (Charlene), Provo, currently
serving an LDS mission in Ghana,, John (Jennie Lin), Provo, Genevieve Smith,
Kaysville, David (Gaye), Palmdale, CA, Maurine (Robert) Miles, Pleasant Grove,
Mark (Jasmine), Provo, Ralph (Laurel), Riverside, CA, daughter-in-law, JoDeane
Ricks, Driggs, ID, sister, Christina Yates, Brigham City, 53 grandchildren and
90 great-grand children. She was preceded in death by her husband, William A
Strong, son, Melvin, daughter, Emma, son-in-law, Paul Smith, five brothers and
five sisters, and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday,
April 9, at 11:00 a.m. in the Pleasant View 4th Ward, 650 East 2900 North,
Provo. Family and friends may call Friday, April 8, 2005, from 6:30-8:00 at
the Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home 646 East 800 North, Orem, and from
9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in the
East Lawn Cemetery, Provo. Condolences may be sent to the family at:
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Deseret News from 4/6/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Todd, Ronald Dean
Ronald Dean Todd "Dean" On April 5, 2005, at the age of 74, he returned to his
Heavenly Father, earthly father and mother, and his brother, Don. He was born
April 9, 1930 to Stan and Myrl Rich Todd in Granger, Utah. He married Janice
"Jesse" McMillan February 9, 1954. He served in the US Army during the Korean
Conflict. He was the owner of the S & M Skating Rink for 40 years where he
spent more time skating than walking. After retiring from skating, he helped
his son, Brent R. Todd (famous wildlife artist) with his art business,
shipping, errands, and being his greatest fan. One of Dean's greatest joys
were his grandchildren. He loved spending time hunting, fishing, watching
games and supporting all their activities. He had a great sense of humor and
brought a smile to everyone around him. Anyone who knew Dean loved him. He was
a generous and giving man. He will be missed by all. Dean is survived by his
loving wife, Jesse; children: Debbie (Jack) Lucas, Brent R. (Michelle) Todd,
Tonna (Troy) Syphus; grandchildren: Melissa, Jason, Chelsie, Tyler, Matthew,
Jessica, Brittney, Ashley, Landon and Hunter; sisters: Janice Gustin and Lola
Walker, both of Midway. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2005,
12 noon at the Taylorsville 20th Ward, 3120 West, 4700 South. A viewing will
be held Friday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and
Saturday at the church, 11-11:45 a.m. Interment, Midway Cemetery, Midway,
Utah.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/7/2005 - 4/8/2005.

Walker, Ardonna May Thayne
Ardonna May Thayne Walker "Beloved Mother & Grandmother" Our loving mother and
grandmother has returned to her loving husband. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah
on December 27, 1924 to James Wilford and Elizabeth Joyce Cox Thayne. Married
Dwayne Lavere Walker. Ardonna was a member of the LDS Church and was a past
member of the Silver Spurs for over 30 years. Survived by two children, Joyce
Daugherty and Del (Sandra) Ebarb; six grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren;
two sisters, Dorothy (Samuel) Knighton, and Betty (Bruce) Madison. Preceded in
death by her husband and seven brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be
held Monday, April 11, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So.
State Street. Friends and family may call Sunday from 5-7 p.m. and Monday one
hour prior to services. Interment Garner Salt Lake Mausoleum.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.

Wilson, Margene Porter
Margene Porter Wilson 1931 ~ 2005 PAYSON- Margene Linnea Porter Wilson, 73, of
Payson, died peacefully after a valiant fight with numerous health challenges
on April 6, 2005. She was born August 10, 1931 in Provo, Utah to Charles Nahum
and Olive Anna Johnson Porter. She was raised in Springville, Utah, attending
schools there and graduated from Springville High in 1949. She married Alma
Nisonger Wilson on August 22, 1950 in the Logan LDS Temple. They settled in
Payson where they lived fifty-four years in the same home raising their five
children. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints and served faithfully in many callings. Margene enjoyed working
twenty-eight years in the mental health profession, working at Utah State
Hospital and Wasatch Mental Health. She was well liked and respected by staff
and clients. Margene lived and loved life to the fullest. Her family was her
life. Despite many health challenges she was positive and had a good outlook
on life. She is survived by: her husband of 54 years, Alma, of Payson;
children, Mary Anna (Dale) Davis, Phoenix, Arizona; Charlie (Charity) Wilson,
Pleasant Grove, Utah; John (Jeanine) Wilson, West Jordan, Utah; Judy (David)
Dimond, Pleasant Grove; Janette (Curt) Judy, Ashton, Idaho; 22 very loved
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; her sister, Patricia Porter, of
Springville. Preceded in death by: her parents; brother, Reed Porter; and
grandson, James Dale Davis. The family expresses sincere appreciation to Dr.
LeRoy, Bonnie Ballard, Kori Verwer, and all others who provided loving
assistance. Funeral services will be Saturday, April, 9, 2005, 11:00 a.m., at
the Mtn. View 5th Ward Chapel, 681 East 500 North, Payson. Friends and family
may call at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Friday, 6-8:00
p.m. or at the church Saturday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment will be in the
Payson Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Deseret News on 4/8/2005.