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Ashton, Michael Aaron
Michael Aaron Ashton 1971 ~ 2005 Michael Aaron Ashton, 33, beloved husband,
father, son, brother, and friend, died suddenly in a rock climbing accident
April 16, 2005. Mike always lived with vigor and joy. He loved sports and met
his wife at a volleyball game. He was a fun-loving, kind, Christlike man. Like
his father, Mike loved working with youth and children, and they loved him.
Mike will be deeply missed. Mike was born August 1, 1971 in Phoenix, Arizona,
to David and Colleen Ashton. He graduated from Arizona State University with a
degree in education, and he taught in schools in Arizona and Utah. He was
studying for a master's degree in educational administration at BYU and was
due to graduate in June. In the past year, Mike had worked as an assistant
principal in several schools as part of his master's program. Mike served a
mission in Portland, Oregon and he served in many church callings. He was
Young Mens president in the River View Ward at the time of his death. Mike
married his sweetheart, Debra Richardson, January 22, 1994 in the Salt Lake
Temple. They have five beautiful children, Cameron (10), Aaron (8), Pearl (5),
Olivia (2), and Genevieve (1 month). Mike was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife and children; his mother; his grandmother, Pearl
Ash-ton; three sisters; four brothers; and many loving family members. Funeral
services for Mike will be held Thursday, April 21, 2005, 12 noon at the
Taylorsville Utah Stake Center, 1399 W 4800 S, Taylorsville, with Bishop John
Barclay presiding. Friends may call Wednesday night at the same location from
6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the services. Interment, Taylorsville City
Cemetery, 4500 S Redwood Road. Directors, Independent Funeral Service.
Donations will be accepted to the Mike Ashton Family Fund at Wells Fargo Bank.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Baker/Casper, Landen Gaffney
Landen Gaffney Baker/Casper "Lando Commando" Momma's sunshine, Landen, was
born February 18, 1994 at Cottonwood Hospital. His short life ended April 15,
2005. Landen was my little jokester; he always had a joke to make someone who
was sad happy. His purpose in life was to have fun whether it was playing
Playstation, his Gameboy, or showing his mom his latest "skate" tricks. He
always liked doing things with the people he loved. He had many friends who
were always excited and anxious to be with Landen. His very best friend would
have to be his brother, Cody. Cody and Landen's relationship was very special,
always helping each other along the way. Cody knows that Landen is with his
Heavenly Father who loves him in Heaven and Cody talks to him often. Landen
was a member of the LDS Church and had just become a scout which he enjoyed
very much. Landen had a very special artistic ability. He loved to draw things
that made him happy and also would share his work with everyone. Some of his
favorite things to do was make people laugh, wrestle with his brothers, Kaden
and Cody, and his stepdad, Troy. They were always having fun together,
especially with the outside activities they enjoyed. Landen loved to camp and
hike and loved riding our four wheeler that Troy and him went together to pick
out. Landen was his mom's pride and joy and my little buddy. He touched
everyone he knew and always lit up the room. Landen -- you are my sunshine and
my only sunshine, you make me happy when skies are grey. You'll never know
dear, how much I love you, please don't take my sunshine away. Momma loves you
and my sunshine will never go away. Landen is survived by his mom, Caroline
Casper; brother, Cody; brother, Kaden Wright; stepdad, Troy Wright;
grandparents, Art and Luana Casper, Jack and Vicky Spainhower, David and
Melinda Baker; father, Brendan Baker; great-grandmas, Ada Belliston, Joyce
Gaffney; also many, many uncles, aunts, and cousins all who love Landen
dearly. Preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Arthur and Bernice
Casper; great-grandfathers, Harold Belliston and Robert Gaffney; great-aunt,
Jennie Sue; uncle, Dustyn Baker. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday,
April 20, 2005 at 12 noon in the Willow Creek 3rd Ward, 2400 East Alta Canyon
Drive, Sandy, Utah. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State Tuesday
6-8 p.m. or Wednesday at the church from 10:45-11:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin
Sunset Gardens. "Watch over momma, Lando, and I will be there very, very
soon--until we meet again! I love you, baby!
Published in the Deseret News from 4/18/2005 - 4/19/2005.

Baumgartner, Mary Lois Palmer
Mary Lois Palmer Baumgartner 1945 ~ 2005 Mary Lois Palmer Baumgartner died on
her birthday April 12, 2005. Born April 12, 1945 in Salt Lake City, UT. to
Ernest LeRoy Palmer and Sarah Ruth Davis Palmer Nelson. She loved crocheting,
painting, cooking, cross-stitching and other crafts. She had a wry sense of
humor. Mary graduated from Granite High School. She was employed as a cashier
for Host Marriot at the SL International airport. She will be greatly missed.
Survived by her five children: Jonathan Hawk of Olympia, WA, Ruth Jennings of
Healdton, OK, Tina Warner of Olympia, WA, Melody Smith of Draper, UT, Cynthia
Baumgartner of Salt Lake City, UT; her mother, three brothers, three sisters
and 11 grandchildren. Preceded in death by her father, older brother Kenneth,
and granddaughter Sea Arra Smith. Graveside services will be held Monday,
April 18, at 1:00 p.m. at the Salt Lake City cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Blain, Alice Marie Kellogg
Alice Marie Kellogg Blain 1931 ~ 2005 Marie passed away peacefully April 15,
2005 from complications of soracodious and other ailments with her family
giving her their blessing. She is now in heaven with son and daughter, Ronald
Joe and Wendy Kay Pearson. She was born September 2, 1931 in Ramona, Ok. She
leaves behind her husband of 48 years, Joseph Allen Blain; children, Penny Sue
Gaunt, of Moore, OK, David Allen Blain, of Bonnie Lake, WA, Katherine Marie
Peterson, of Magna, UT, Mary Lynn Cerfew of Moore, OK; and many grandchildren
and great-grandchildren. She also has two brothers, Bob Kellogg, of Orem, and
Ken Kellogg, of Alaska; four sisters, Allie Wayman, of West Jordan, Linda
Laws, of Orem, Becky Miller, of Provo, Susan Jacimowicz, of Arizona. Memorial
services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at the Magna Stake
Center, 3084 South 8400 West.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Bryson, Dr. Melvin J.
Dr. Melvin J. Bryson 1916 ~ 2005 Melvin Joseph Bryson passed away April 14,
2005 after a short battle with Leukemia. He was born in Providence, Utah June
7, 1916 to Martha Jane Quibell and Charles Melvin Bryson. He was the sixth
child in a family of eight children. Graduated from South Cache High School,
Utah State University with a BS in microbiology, the University of Utah with
an MS in Biochemistry, and Texas A&M with a PhD in Biochemistry. Served in the
U.S. Army from 1941-45 as a commissioned officer. Married Devona Smart May 11,
1942 in Yakima, Washington; sealed in the Salt Lake Temple April 9, 1943.
Worked at Norwich Pharmacal Company in Upstate New York in research for seven
years, University of Utah Medical Center in OB Gyn Cancer research, and in
helping to introduce and develop the use of the L/S ratio test for fetal lung
maturity. After retiring at the University he was requested to start and
develop the Interwest Endocrine Laboratory. Served numerous positions in the
LDS Church, home teacher, ward clerk, assistant stake clerk, high council,
Young Men's and Sunday School presidencies. He and his wife served a mission
to Kentucky and were ordinance workers in the Jordan River Temple for 13
years. Survived by his wife, Devona, of 63 years; son, Melvin J. (Cherry)
Bryson Jr.; daughter, Betty Sue (Duane M.) Linford; grandchildren, Jonathan
(Ni-cole) Bryson, Jared Bryson, Melissa (Greg) Fowles, Rececca (Chris) Snell,
Joseph (Stephanie) Linford, and Miri-am Linford; great-grandchildren, He-ber
Snell, Abigail Snell, Paige Linford, and Grace Linford. Preceded in death by
parents, brothers and sisters. The family would like to extend their thanks to
the many hospital staff, doctors, hospice workers, especially Debi Einfeldt,
for their loving care. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday April 20,
2005, 11 a.m. at the Big Cottonwood Stake Center 1750 East Spring Lane.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the
Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State St. and Wednesday from 10-10:45 a.m.
at the church. Interment, Holladay Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/18/2005 - 4/19/2005.

Hammond, Spencer
Spencer Hammond 1911 ~ 2005 Spencer Hammond, loving husband, father,
grandfather, great-grand-father and friend, passed away peacefully Friday,
April 15, 2005 with his family around him. Spencer and his wife, Roberta, had
a wonderful retirement together in Bloomington, Utah. He was an active member
of the Bloomington Country Club where he enjoyed golf, poker and many club
activities. He participated in the Utah Senior Games and was an active member
of the Lion's Club. Spencer was born and grew up in Providence, Utah. He
served in the 32nd Infantry in No. France, Rhineland, and Central Europe as a
staff sergeant during World War II. He married Roberta Malmgren in 1938 and
they raised their three children in Salt Lake City. Spencer's humor and zest
for life will leave a lasting memory to all who knew him. He is survived by
his wife, Roberta; son, Blake Hammond (Robin); and two daughters, Kaye Hammond
and Vicki Lambert (Robert). He has 10 grandchildren and seven
great-grand-children. The family wishes to thank the Wentworth Assisted Living
Staff and Care Source Hospice for all their support during this time. There
will be an open house celebrating the life of Spencer at the home of Blake and
Robin Hammond, 8645 So. Snow Mountain Drive (2250 E.) in Sandy on Tuesday,
April 19, from 4-7 p.m. Friends and family are invited to drop by and
reminisce.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Jensen, Eleanor R.
Eleanor R. Jensen 1916 ~ 2005 Eleanor R. Jensen, age 89, passed away on April
13, 2005 in Salt Lake City. She was born on April 11, 1916 to Horace Edwin
Raikes and Mary Ellen (Nell) Olcott. She attended West High School. Married
Harold Niels Jensen on Oct. 2, 1935 in Salt Lake City later solemnized in the
Salt Lake Temple. Eleanor was active in LDS church ward auxiliaries for many
years. She served seven years as counselor in the Pioneer Stake Primary
presidency. She was a member of the Daughter's of the Utah Pioneers and
Daughters of the American Revolution. Eleanor was an avid genealogist,
seamstress, homemaker, LDS temple baptistery worker, and a cat lover. Survived
by her son R. Lynn Jensen (Tessa), daughter Amber Poel (Bill), four
grandchildren, and three great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband
Harold Niels Jensen, brothers: Horace Ross and Maurice Allan Raikes. Funeral
services will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary,
3401 Highland Drive, at 12:00 noon. The family will receive friends Monday
from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10:45-11:45 at Wasatch Lawn.
Entombment will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/15/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Johnson, Donald G.
Donald G. Johnson 1927 ~ 2005 Donald Gene Johnson, age 81, passed away April
12, 2005 at home in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born January 16, 1924 in Salt Lake
City, Utah son of Norman M. And Pearl Gene Tripp Johnson. Graduate of South
High School and attended the University of Utah. Veteran of the US Army,
serving during World War II in the 817th Tank Destroyer Battalion. Landed on
Utah Beach on D-Day; in the Battle of the Bulge; and the Remagen Bridge to the
Russian Front. Married Dona Roberta Pattillo March 21, 1947 in the Salt Lake
Temple. Worked in the automotive industry for 45 years and in the beekeeping
business for 20 years. Survived by his wife, Dona; six daughters, Barbara
Lorraine (Dirk) Groen, Shirlee Gene (Paul) Hansen, Marjorie Louise (Dave)
Jones, Julie Virginia (Ric) Wilcox, Diane Annette (Jim) Riley, and Karen Marie
(Marty) Cohen; 21 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, Norman,
Duane, Jay, and George Kenneth. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, 12
noon at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road where a viewing will be
held 11-11:45 a.m. prior to service. Interment, Utah Veterans Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Meredith, Alice D. Beaumont
Alice D Beaumont Meredith 1912 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, Alice Meredith, 92, passed away peacefully on April 15,
2005. She was born on December 3, 1912 in Beaver, Utah to Joseph Heber
Beaumont and Georgina Boyter. As a 25-year-old waitress, she married her boss,
Arthur John Childs Meredith on May 9, 1938 in Beaver. The marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on August 23, 1961. Alice's life was a
synonym of selfless service. She was never afraid of hard work and was often
heard asking, "What can I do for you?" Working on a farm, then countless hours
at the Meredith Caf  in Beaver (where she was famous for her pies) prepared
her for her responsibilities later in their Meredith Motel: washing and
hanging clothes, cleaning rooms, and waiting on guests. She did all this in
addition to the responsibilities that came with being a wife and mother. Alice
was a gracious hostess, a wonderful cook, and a beautiful seamstress. She
spent countless hours sewing temple clothing and once won a ribbon for sewing
an exquisite beaded wedding dress for her granddaughter. Heavenly Father gave
her many gifts: she loved to paint and play the piano and organ and often
entertained her children and grandchildren with her music. She enjoyed
learning and increasing her knowledge, continuing to sign up for classes even
in her late 80's. It's no wonder that later in her life, she just couldn't sit
still! As an active member of the LDS Church, she worked for several years
(until her health would no longer allow) in three different temples: Provo,
Mt. Timpanogas, and Jordan River. In her lifespan she saw a lot of changes in
the world. She went from horse and buggy to cars and airplanes. She taught her
family to be selfless in serving others, to be patient in difficult
circumstances, and to be charitable to everyone. She is survived by seven
children, three born to both she and Art: Ralph Joseph (Beata) Meredith of
Murray, Utah; Alice G. ("Chic") McGowan of South Jordan, Utah; and Lucille
(Dale) Guest of Nampa, Idaho; and four whom she lovingly raised from her
husband's previous marriage: Alfred Junior "Jack" (Belva) Meredith of Orem,
Utah; Gladys Meredith of Las Vegas, Nevada; Arthur C. (Wilma) Meredith of
Orem, Utah; Eileen Wade of La Habra, California. These children blessed her
with 50 grandchildren, 92 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
her husband and two brothers, Leonard and William. The family expresses
sincere thanks to the caring and devoted personnel at the Woodland Park Care
Center and Odyssey Health Care for their dedication and kindness during their
mother's final days. We will miss Alice dearly and take comfort in knowing she
is truly happy and at peace. We love you, Mom. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Parkway 3rd Ward, 10200 S. 3200
West, South Jordan, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at
the Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 S. State, Orem, and at the church Thursday
from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment will follow in the Orem
City Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/19/2005.


Nelson, Douglas Allen
Douglas Allen Nelson 1923 ~ 2005 Douglas Allen Nelson, age 81, passed away
April 15, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born July 7, 1923 in Salt Lake
City to Walter and Audrey Nelson. He attended and graduated from Granite High
School. He served in the Army at the Philippines during World War II. He was a
member of the Mormon Church. He enjoyed golf, traveling, books, and singing.
Douglas is survived by sons, Allen (Jack), Gregory (Diane), Vaughn (Re-Nae),
Michael (Trina); sister, Jilleen Nelson; 12 grandchildren; and 13
great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wives, Barbara, Jackie, Helen.
Special thanks to Elderly Manor and staff, and Woodland Park and staff.
Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, April 20, 2005 at 2 p.m. where the
family will receive friends from 12:45-1:45 p.m.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Ochoa, David
David Ochoa 1954 ~ 2005 David was a Vietnam veter-an and recipient of the
Silver Star Award, and two Purple Hearts. Survived by wife, Pamela; daughters,
Olivia Jade and Katherine Rose. A memorial service will be held 12 noon at the
Utah Veterans Memorial Park, Wednesday, April 20, 2005.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Peterson, Alfred Milton
Alfred Milton Peterson Will Be Missed RIVERTON- Alfred Milton Peterson, 84,
passed away early in the morning of April 14, 2005 from cancer. He was the
youngest of five children of Nils and Louisa Brown Peterson. Graduated from
Jordan High School, served in the Navy during World War II in the
Phillippines. Alfred worked in the Butterfield mines while still in high
school and also after serving in the navy, worked as a hod packer, brick layer
and retired from Utah State D.O.T. Alfred married Merna Jackson Johnson in
Elko, NV on Aug. 16, 1953. Survived by wife, step son Warren E. Johnson and a
sister Mildred Tueller. Preceded in death by two brothers and one sister
Einar, Nels and Thelma Torkelsen. Graveside services will be held Tuesday at
11:00 a.m. at the Riverton Cemetery, 13200 So. 1500 W. Friends may call Monday
evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 So. 2200 W.
Riverton.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Radford, Cynthia T.
Cynthia T. Radford 1958 ~ 2005 Our dear mother, daughter, sister, and friend,
Cindy Trelawney Radford, left this earth April 16, 2005 to continue on her
spiritual journey. Cindy was born May 28, 1958 in San Francisco, California to
Jack Trelawney and Stella Cook. In 1960, her family moved to Salt Lake City,
Utah where she spent most of her life. As a child, Cindy loved exploring the
outdoors, building things, camping, and participating in all kinds of sports.
She attended Granite High School until her junior year when her family moved
to Spokane, Washington. Cindy graduated from high school in Spokane, then
attended the LDS Business College where she graduated in 1977. In 1980, Cindy
served an LDS mission in Ohio and Indiana. She learned many valuable lessons
from her time as a member of the LDS church, but eventually took her spiritual
journey in the direction of New Thought - a Christian based philosophy - which
leaves one free to accept as much or as little as is helpful in one's
spiritual expression - freedom of the individual is a tenet of New Thought
teaching. Cindy was married to Dwight Radford in 1986. She gave birth to her
daughter, Alexandria, June 19, 1986. Alexandria will forever be the pride and
joy of Cindy's life. Cindy loved her work as a professional genealogist, where
she was able to help many people learn about their family history. She also
enjoyed animals and spending time in nature. She is survived by her daughter,
Alexandria and Dwight; father, Jack Trelawney; stepmother, Gloria (Fairbanks)
Trelawney; brothers, Jack (No-veda) Perry and Neil Trelawney; sisters, Linda
McMann and Wendy (Rian) Lothrop; many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and
cousins. Funeral services will be held April 19, 2005, 10 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn
Mortuary 3401 Highland Drive. Interment is in the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please send contributions in Cyndi's memory to Cancer
Wellness House, 59 South 1100 East Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Randolph, Krystal S.
Krystal S. Randolph (Honey) SANDY/RICHFIELD, UT - Our kind and loving wife,
mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend, Krystal Stevens Randolph,
age 28, of Sandy, died April 15, 2005 in West Valley City of complications
following surgery. She was born April 2, 1977 in Richfield, Utah a daughter of
Danny Arden and Karen Jean Jewkes Stevens. She married Justin Charles Kealoha
Randolph, December 18, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Krystal is survived by her
husband; a son, Jordan Rhett Randolph of Sandy, who was the light and love of
her life; her parents, Karen and Craig Lee of West Valley City; Danny Stevens
of Monroe; her sister, Amanda and Cody Matheson of Monroe; grandparents, Betty
Jewkes of Richfield, Roger and Lapearl Allred of St. George, Louella Lee of
Monroe; niece, Kaylie Matheson of Monroe; and numerous aunts, uncles, and
cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandpa, Coy Jewkes. Funeral
services will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 12 noon in the Springer
Turner Funeral Home, 260 North 400 West, Richfield, where friends may call for
viewing Tuesday morning from 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to the services. Burial
will be in the Richfield City Cemetery under the direction of the Springer
Turner Funeral Home of Richfield, Salina, and Gunnison, Utah. Online guest
book at www.springerturner.com
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Richardson, Mary Lorraine Ostberg
Mary Lorraine Ostberg Richardson 1906 ~ 2005 Mary Lorraine Ostberg Richardson,
99, died peacefully Friday, April 8, 2005 at the Cottonbloom Assisted Living
Center north of Las Cruces, N.M. One of her sons, two granddaughters, and one
great-grandson were with her till shortly before her death. She was able to
hear the voices of all three of her sons in the hours preceding her death, two
by a cell phone that was held next to her ear. She was a magnificent lady,
loved by all who had ever had the great pleasure of meeting her and getting to
know her. There has probably never been a nicer person to grace this earth.
Lorraine was born February 19, 1906 in the isolated community of Caineville,
Wayne County, Utah, which was located about 20 miles east of what is now
Capitol Reef National Park. Her parents were Alfred Ostberg and Elsie Cook
Ostberg. Lorraine was baptized into the LDS faith and had five brothers and
four sisters. She graduated from Wayne County High School after spending one
year at East High School in Salt Lake City, Utah. After high school she moved
to Salt Lake City and then on to Lovelock, Nevada where she met James Harold
Richardson who worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad. They were married May
5, 1928 in Fallon, Nevada. Sons, Albert and Robert, were born in Lovelock. The
family moved to Reno, Nevada in 1930 where son, James, was born in 1940. For
an extended period in the 1950's and 1960's Lorraine was the head cook at the
McKinley Park Elementary School Cafeteria where she was very popular and
always had a lot of students helping out in the kitchen. Her 62-year marriage
to James Harold came to an end with his death in 1990. She lived alone in Reno
till 1995 then moved to Salt Lake City, Utah to live with relatives. In 2002,
she moved to Las Cruces where she lived at the Aristocrat and Cottonbloom
assisted living centers. Lorraine loved to crotchet, weave and do embroidery.
She made many beautiful gifts with these sewing skills. Family and friends
chuckled at how she could simultaneously watch her favorite soap opera and her
beloved San Francisco Giants on two separate TV sets. Family and friends will
always remember her wonderful holiday feasts and how she was able to time
everything so perfectly, finally coming to the table when everybody else was
nearly finished eating. Many rated her chocolate-chip cookies the best they
had ever tasted. From the very first time she met her son, Albert's,
stepchildren she considered them to be part of the family and made them feel
that way. She loved doing crosswords right up till she was in her late
nineties. At 89 she was still driving her beloved 1963 Impala in heavy, Reno,
Nevada traffic. She is survived by sons, Albert E. of Las Cruces, NM, Clarence
"Rob" of Hendersonville, NC, and James D. of West Hills, CA; nine
grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren.
Three of her sisters are still living, Laura Hunt, 96, Torrey, Wanda Young,
93, Manti, and Golda Cannon, 85, Sandy. Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19 at the Walton Funeral Home, Reno. The funeral will be 10
a.m. Wednesday April 20th at the funeral home; with burial at Mountain View
Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rob Richardson, James Richardson, Albert
Richardson, Gordon Richardson, Craig Lemons and Ronald Saunders. Alternate
pallbearers will be Ted Lemons, Ken Aubrey and Orin Saunders. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to the Nevada State Railroad Museum,
Virginia and Truckee Division, P.O. Box 1336, Carson City, NV. 89703 in the
name of James H. and Mary Lorraine Richardson.
Published in the Deseret News on 4/18/2005.

Rowley, Shirley H.
Shirley H. Rowley 1922 ~ 2005 Shirley Henderson Rowley, mother, aunt and
friend, returned to her Father in Heaven on April 15, 2005. Shirley was the
third daughter born to Alma John and Janet Smith Henderson on October 15,
1922. Shirley has been suffering from Alzheimer's for over 10 years and was
living at the Alta Infinia Health Care Center at her passing. She lived at the
Millcreek Heath Center for nine years prior. Shirley grew up and lived most of
her life in Draper, Utah on Relation Street. There she and her four sisters
worked and played on the family farm and raised chickens. Shirley spent her
life caring and giving to others. Shirley had a wonderful sense of humor right
until the end of her life. She loved shopping, singing, traveling, bowling,
golfing, dancing and raising beautiful flowers. Shirley worked for JayLynn
Studios as an award winning child photographer, for Replicolor as a
photo-retouch lab technician, and First Security Bank as a keypunch operator.
Preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Lorna Moore, Lova Carter and Betty
Henderson. She is survived by her cherished son, David R. Rowley Jr.; sister,
Dorothy Judd (Tom); 13 nieces and nephews. A memorial to her life will be held
Friday, April 22, 2005, at 12 noon at Goff Mortuary, 8090 S. State Street. A
private family viewing will be held 30 minutes prior to services. Interment
will be at Draper City Cemetery. A very special thanks to the Alta Infinia
Health Care Center and the Millcreek Health Center.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/21/2005.

West, Leonard R.
Leonard R West 5/24/1933 ~ 4/15/2005 On April 15, 2005, the patriarch of our
family passed away from pancreatic cancer. Our father's life was the American
Dream. Raised in rural Pleasant Grove, he dropped out of high school to join
the Navy. His years in the service led him to a brilliant career in mechanical
engineering. He met our mother and at the age of 21 they began a marriage
filled with shared dreams and countless accomplishments. With our mother's
belief and support, he completed his B.E.S degree from BYU and his M.S. Degree
from the University of Utah. He worked at Hercules for 28 years developing
rocket motors, the commercial uses for composites (the graphite golf club),
and many things that, may yet, remain classified. In his spare time he worked
on projects as varied as building a better Christmas tree stand, extracting
oil from shale, and his crowning achievement of developing a cut system for
the lumber industry. Our father was a calculating, spiritual, and visionary
man. His family, friends, and community have been blessed by his spirit. He
was a man of few words and many actions. His tenacity, honesty, and desire to
make the world a better place are traits that will be passed down for
generations. Beautiful sunsets, groomed golf courses, rainbows, mountain
hikes, and prayers around the bed will always remind us of his love and
devotion to our family and the Lord. Leonard is survived by his wife, Irene
Chipman West; siblings: Valerie Bussio and Farrin West; children: Mark West,
Vickie Iverson (Greg), Melanie West (David), Trina West, and Rhyne Dosela. A
multitude of children call him "Grandpa." Services will be held Tuesday, April
19th at 12 noon at the Lehi 26th Ward on 2790 North Center Street. Friends may
call from 10:30-11:45 a.m. When Dad figured the cost of a traditional burial,
his wishes were to be cremated and the savings gifted to the Smile Train
Organization. Now 16 children have had their cleft palates replaced with a
smile. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to www.SmileTrain.org or
your favorite charity.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Wood, Julia Catherine Hettel
Julia Catherine Hettel Wood 1919 ~ 2005 Our mother, grandmother, and friend,
Julia Catherine Hettel Wood, passed away April 16, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah.
Julia was born March 18, 1919 in Corning, Arkansas to Ambrose and Ora Lee
Rider. She graduated from Corning High School in 1938. She then moved to Los
Angeles, California and graduated from beauty school. While living in the Los
Angeles area she met and married Marlowe Lyndon Wood. They were married in Los
Angeles January 3, 1943 and sealed in the Logan Temple in December 1943. For
many years Julia served faithfully in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. She worked many years in the Salt Lake Temple and served in the Relief
Society and Primary auxiliary organizations. Julia loved to cook and bake.
Many people were the recipients of her peanut brittle. She loved to sew and
tackled many projects including upholstery and quilting. She is survived by
four children, Judy Lynne (Lary) Talbot, Greg (Carol) Wood, Dale Wood, Randy
(LuAnn) Wood; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by her husband, and her parents. Funeral services will be held 11
a.m. Wednesday April 20, 2005 at Oakridge 7th Ward, 1282 West 1875 North
Kaysville, Utah. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Russon
Brothers Mortuary at 295 North Main, in Bountiful, Utah as well as one hour
prior to the services at the church. Internment will be in the Bountiful City
Cemetery. The family wishes to thank all of the employees at the Life Care
Center of Bountiful for their years of love and service to Julia. Their tender
care and concern are truly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations can be
made to the Life Care Center of Bountiful.
Published in the Deseret News from 4/18/2005 - 4/19/2005.