OBITS: Deseret News 12 Aug 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah text formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Alonzo, Sandra Sandra Alonzo 1966 ~ 2005 Sandra Alonzo, 39, died August 3, 2005. Born Dec. 31, 1966 in Los Angeles, California to Herbert Villareal Alonzo and Jannette Marie Kiman. We already miss your smiling face. You will live on in our hopes and dreams here and alive and well there. You have family now here and there and we all care for you. A Mass will be held Saturday at 1:00 P.M. at St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church 11800 So. 300 E. Draper, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Funeral Directors Broomhead Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. Bednarik, Irene McClure Irene McClure Bednarik "Always a Lady" Irene McClure Bednarik, 94, peacefully passed away from natural causes on Sunday evening, August 7, 2005. Irene was born on January 28, 1911 to Flora McDonald and James Henry McClure in Salt Lake City, Utah, the youngest of eight children. Irene attended Salt Lake public schools also the Rowland Hall School for girls. On September 28, 1933 she married Frank Bednarik. He died back in 1973. Together they raised four boys, Jimmy, Dennis (Barbara), Gerry and Steven (Paige). She was a dedicated wife and mother and later, for 11 years, enjoyed working downtown for the Hotel Utah in their beautiful gift shop. Irene taught us to appreciate patience, independence, the will to live and the importance of humor. These strong, chosen and practiced traits of her character, led her through a long, full and complete life of 'simple-balance'. Irene is survived by three sons, 18 grandchildren, nine great-grand children and one great-great-grandchild. Irene LOVED little children. She also has surviving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, four sisters, her husband (Tony) Frank, son Jimmy, grandson Vincent and an infant grandson. Services for Irene will all be held on Saturday, August 13, 2005. A viewing will be from 9 - 10 a.m. at Memorial Estates 6500 So. Redwood Rd. Church services will be at the St. James Episcopal Church 7486 So. Union Park Ave. (1300 East) from 11 - 12 noon. Burial will be back out at Memorial Estates on Redwood at about 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Irene suggested donations be made to the St. James Episcopal Church. We need to give thanks. To Irene's devoted son, Steven. To her beloved granddaughter, Tammy and her family. To the dedicated staff and long time friends of Highland Cove, where Irene called home for the last 23 years. To the congregation and clergy of St. James, where Irene felt welcomed and loved for many years. And to our 'angels on earth' from Inspiration Hospice; Steve Fallert, Kathy Sieverts, and Yi. Irene, we will forever miss your Beautiful, Bright, Blue eyes. Published in the Deseret News from 8/10/2005 - 8/12/2005. Crosby, Thelma Thelma Crosby 1916 ~ 2005 MAGNA, Utah- Thelma Conder Crosby, 88 died Aug. 9, 2005 surrounded by her family. Born Aug. 29, 1916 in Monroe, Utah to George Edward and Jenny Higgins Conder. Married Allen Tanner Crosby Feb. 18, 1935 in Richfield, Utah. Later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great Grandmother. She was also known as Aunt Thelma to many neighbors and friends. She was active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints and held every position in the Relief Society. She loved sewing, quilting, reading and spending time with her family. Survived by her sons, George Verdell Crosby (DeeAnn), of West Jordan and Karl Dan Crosby (Lisa), Lee's Summit, MO; eight grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; Dee Conder (Lucile) a brother and sisters, Erma Payne and Norma Miles (Angus). Proceeded in death by her husband, Allen Tanner Crosby and son, Lew Allen Crosby. Funeral services will be held at the Magna Central Stake Center located at 8181 West 3320 South Magna Saturday Aug. 13, 2005 at noon. Friends may call at the Peel Funeral Home located at 8525 West 2700 South Magna Friday 6-8 p.m. and Saturday at the church 11-11:45 a. m. Internment in the Elysian Burial Gardens. Condolences may be sent from www.peelfuneralhome.com. Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Cummings, Aaron Louis Aaron Louis Cummings 9/20/1975 ~ 8/8/2005 Aaron Louis Cummings, born to Aaron "Butch" Cummings and Robin Buttrick Cummings on September 20, 1975, died Monday, August 8, 2005, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, due to complications from pneumonia. Aaron was a sweet spirit with a big smile, who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of Aaron's life will be held at the home of his father, Butch, on Friday, August 12, 2005. Close friends and relatives are invited to join us from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 1571 W. Shelley Avenue (2870 South) - off of Redwood Road, in West Valley City, Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. Curtis, Venoy J. Venoy J. Curtis 1915 ~ 2005 AURORA, UTAH - Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Venoy John Curtis, age 90, passed away August 6, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Venoy was born March 16, 1915 in Aurora, Sevier County, Utah. He was the youngest of seven children born to Alfred and Margaret Jensine Anderson Curtis. Venoy lived his entire life on the land homesteaded by his father and grandfather, in Aurora. He loved this land and was a good farmer. He married Ina Zoy Aiken October 19, 1936 in Richfield. They were sealed for all eternity in the Manti LDS Temple October 8, 1942. Ina preceded him in death in 1986. They were the kind of parents every child would like to have; and they left a legacy that will not be forgotten. Venoy was a kind, pleasant and gentle man who was held in the highest esteem by all those who knew him. Honesty and integrity were a way of life with Venoy. He was a life long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many positions where he served with love and charity for all. One of his greatest loves was the calling of Home Teacher where he never missed a month of visiting his assigned families. He taught us all the meaning of enduring to the end through his long and sometimes painful suffering during his final years. Venoy is survived by his son, Craig (Linda) Curtis of Salt Lake City; daughter, Venna (Earle) Severance of Sandy; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers: Velma Ottley, Faye Harward, Lealeth Hallows, Clayola Johnson, Lloyd Curtis and Levon Curtis. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 13, 2005 at 12 Noon in the Aurora 2nd LDS Ward Chapel, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 prior to the services. Burial will be in the Aurora City Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield, Salina and Gunnison, Utah. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Heninger, Gary Golden HENINGER- Gary Golden Heninger, 70, passed away August 8, 2005 in Sandy, Utah. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Sat., August 13, 2005 at the Draper 9th Ward, 420 East Stokes Avenue in Draper. A viewing will be held at the church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Herriman City Cemetery. Arrangements by SereniCare, Funeral Directors. Published in the Deseret News from 8/10/2005 - 8/12/2005. Holman, Laver Clarence and Adeline Mary Ferris Lavar Clarence and Adeline Mary Ferris Holman Will Be Missed Laver Clarence Holman, 83, and Adeline Mary Ferris Holman, 80, died Friday, August 5, 2005 at their home in West Covina, California. Lavar was born on April 1, 1922 in Lyman, Idaho to Burton Burdett Holman and Clarissa Josephine Jensen, and Adeline was born on September 9, 1924 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to Alexander Ferris and Nabeha Shaar. Lavar grew up in Idaho and graduated from Blackfoot High School He joined the U. S. Army at the outset of World War II and served for the duration. He received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Utah, following which he commenced his career long employment with the General Electric Company. He was one of the founders of Per-Lux, Inc. and served as President and CEO until his retirement. Adeline spent her early years in Montreal, Canada, and graduated from William Dawson High School in Montreal. She attended Alexander Business College for two years where she received her secretarial training, following which she commenced her career in Canada and the US. She moved to the Los Angeles area in the early 1960s and was a highly valued employee of TRW until she met and married Lavar. Through their mutual interest in golf they met, fell in love and were married on January 17, 1976, They were long time members of South Hills Country Club, where Lavar served a term as President. They had many great friends at South Hills, where they were very active in all aspects of the club. Lavar was Club Champion and Addie was an enthusiastic member of the ladies golf team. They were members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They traveled to many parts of the world, but most of all they loved to be at home with their family and friends. Their greatest joys were their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They could always be found in attendance (sometimes beyond normal human endurance) at high school football games, baptisms, missionary farewells, school plays, graduations, PALS recitals, etc.. etc., etc. They were survived by five sons from Lavar's previous marriage, Larry (Meg) Holman, Phillip (Sandra) Holman. Eric (Pam) Holman, Russell (Libby) Holman and Randy (Barbara) Holman; 31 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Lavar has three living sisters, Colleen (Hal) Barton, Madge McFarlane and Joy England. Adeline has two living brothers, Edward (Yolande) Ferris and George (Monique) Ferris and one living sister, Evelyn (Kenneth) Lyons. Adeline is survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as three aunts, Georgette Hibbard, Florence Shaar and Julia Shaar. Adeline was very close to cousins Claire Rahal, Venice Barakett, Carol Stewart and Christine Jabar. Services will be held at the Covina Ward chapel, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1271 W. Badillo St., Covina, California. Viewing will be at 9:30 a.m. and the funeral will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 12, 2005. Interment will be in Forest Lawn, Covina. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested charitable donations be made to Share With Love, Inc., PO Box 395, American Fork, UT 84003. Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Kimball, Larry Norman Larry Norman Kimball 12/15/57 ~ 8/10/05 Larry Norman Kimball passed away August 10, 2005. Born December 15, 1957, Provo, Utah to Edwin Norman Kimball and Carolyn Watkins Kimball. Larry served in the El Salvador, San Salvador Mission. He enjoyed serving as a bishop and ward mission leader. He especially loved his children and grandchildren. Survived by daughters, Stephanie (Garrick) Willden; Angela, Heather, and Rachel Kimball; grandchildren, Naomi and Josie; parents; brothers, Alvin, Ken, Steve, and Brent; sister, Cindy. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 13, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at the Copper Hills 17th Ward, 5349 W. 9000 S, West Jordan. Friends may come Friday, August 12, 2005 at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.) from 6-8 p.m. and the day of the service at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. McKnight, Peter "Colin" Peter "Colin" McKnight 8/12/75 ~ 4/23/04 Happy 30th Birthday How fun it would have been to share this milestone with you. Thank you for the memories you gave us. We love and miss you so much. Your family and friends Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. Nielsen, Leo Hans Leo Hans Nielsen 1915 ~ 2005 Our sweetheart, husband, daddy and grandpa, Leo Hans Nielsen, passed away August 10, 2005. Leo was born in Salina Utah, July 6, 1915, to John D. Nielsen and Caroline Marinda Mickelsen. In 1935, Leo moved to Salt Lake City to attend Henager Business School. Here he met his eternal love, Leola Smith. They were married March 12, 1938, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and have since been inseparable both working and playing. Leo was an outstanding salesman and accountant. As an active member of the LDS Church, he served in Sunday School, MIA, and as a ward clerk for many years. For the last 18 1/2 years he has worked faithfully in the extraction program as well as doing genealogy and performing temple work regularly. His six children will miss his love and his constant assistance in building and repairing: Carolyn (Dick) Freeman, John Leo (Patsy Ann) Nielsen, Nola Jean Chase, Gale H (Cheryl) Nielsen, Adele (Patrick) Casaday, and Loren Lee (Debra) Nielsen. He is also survived by 25 extra special grandchildren and 30 wonderful great-grandchildren, with more on the way. Leo was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, three sisters, a granddaughter and great-grand-daughter. Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Salt Lake Olympus First Ward, 4100 South Camille Drive (2450 East). Viewings will be held Friday evening 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the ward as well as from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Preston, E. Wayne E. Wayne Preston 1929 ~ 2005 E. Wayne Preston, 75, passed away August 4, 2005 in Riverside, CA after a courageous battle with cancer. Wayne was born on December 1, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Al and Louise Preston. He served honorably in the US Navy from 1948 to 1952. He married Iva Marie Stens on September 13, 1952. They were sealed for time & all eternity in the Los Angeles Temple on April 15, 1961. Together Wayne and Iva built a legacy of love-their marriage and their family were more important than material possessions. This was demonstrated in the way they raised their children and will be passed on to the generations to come. He is survived by his loving wife, Iva; his daughter, TerriLynn Reed; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his brothers, Gerald and Robert; and his sister, Bonnie Chynoweth. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carol Ruward, and his son, Ivan Wayne. Funeral services will be held at 3 pm on Saturday, August 13, 2005 at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, with a viewing one-hour prior. Interment, Redwood Memorial Cemetery, West Jordan. Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. Prses, Nura Nura Prses 12/1/1952~8/12/2004 Even after a year, your noble image still lives within our hearts, as well as in the hearts of our friends and relatives. And on the Day of 8/12/2005 we will lay the flowers on your eternal home in respect and gratitude for everything you did for us. You will be forever with us. Enes, Muris, Elvedina, and Dino. Published in the Deseret News on 8/12/2005. Rich, Beth Richards Beth Richards Rich 1915 ~ 2005 Beth Richards Rich, age 89, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2005, in Orem, Utah. She was born on August 25, 1915 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the second of five children to Arthur Sylvester Richards and Grace Macdonald Richards. She grew up in Montpelier, Idaho, where she attended public schools, graduating from Montpelier High School in 1932 as valedictorian. She attended Brigham Young University from 1932 until graduation in 1936 and then taught in the Idaho High School system for four years. Beth married Edward Hunter Rich on July 3, 1941 in the Logan Temple. They first moved to Washington, D.C., where her husband attended law school and was employed by the federal government. In 1946 his work took him west, and they moved to the San Fernando Valley in Southern California, where they lived for 30 years. An active member of the LDS church, Beth held positions of leadership in many auxiliaries, serving twice as Relief Society president and teaching in Primary, Sunday School, and Relief Society. Her favorite assignments were as literature teacher in Relief Society, ward organist, and editor of the ward newsletter. She especially enjoyed singing in church musical groups and preparing original material for church road shows and similar type programs and was especially known for her sense of humor and creativity in all that she did. She and Edward had been residents of Provo since 1976 until moving to one of the Beehive Homes of Orem earlier this year. She is survived by her husband and three children: David E. (Marleen) Rich, Bellevue, Washington; Alan M. (Linda) Rich, Falls Church, Virginia; Kenneth A. (Vicki) Rich, Herndon, Virginia; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters, Grace Norman, Caldwell, Idaho; and Norma Spencer, Bountiful, Utah. She was preceded in death by one sister, Lois Hauck, Renton, Washington; and one brother, Arthur Winston Richards, La Jolla, California. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday August 13, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah, where friends and family may call from 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. prior to the services. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Rohrer Jr., Steven Allen Steven Allen Rohrer Jr. 'Pandemonium/ Bolverk' Pan chose to be free of his pain on August 7, 2005. Born in to this world on July 30, 1976. He was a son, grandson, brother, cousin, uncle, nephew and friend. For you that knew him, loved him, and understood him you knew a hell of a guy. Never a follower of the main stream of society, he chose to make his own path. He had a good and honest heart and gave great hugs. He truly was a gentle giant He showed us all how to live with a smile even when he was in pain. He was and always will be a brother of the Yggdrasil Kindred, a Shaman, and a Dragon Master. He was a lover of music, camping, fishing, hiking, and communing with nature. When he was in the great out doors is when he felt most at peace. He was the life of the party always telling great jokes, you could not take your attention off of him. He loved to give gifts and they always had a significant meaning. He left behind his parents Steven Sr. and Peggy, sister Jacquie Kay, and niece Elizabeth Eris, grandparents Celia Rohrer, and George and Ruth Rohrer, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He has joined his ancestors including grandparents Samuel and Madge Spratt, aunts Kay and LaNaya and numerous friends. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of his life on Sat. Aug. 13, 2005. There will be a Mini Cup ceremony and a passing of the Horn, 269 N. Main St., North Salt Lake. The ceremony will start at about 2:30 p.m.; but friends and family are welcome to start gathering anytime before. Bring your memories to share with all. Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Sefandonakis, Gust J. Gust J. Sefandonakis "Papou" 1931 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Gust J. Sefandonakis passed away on August 9, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah, after a long, valiant battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Gust was born on March 30, 1931 in Fre, Crete, Greece to Yanni and Elpitha Gikas Sefandonakis. He was one of seven children. He married Elsie Gaviotis on June 25, 1961 in Hania, Greece. He then moved to Salt Lake City, Utah where he worked for Ajax Presses for 14 years and then worked for PSI for 20 years. Gust was an active member of the Greek Orthodox Church and Cretan Juniors. He was an avid gardener and was known for his wonderful grapes and figs. He was extremely generous with his garden harvest and always willing to lend a hand. He will be sorely missed by all. Gust is survived by his wife Elsie, of 44 years, his son Jim (Elenie) and his cherished granddaughters Artemis and Chrysoula, his brother Sifi (Vangelio), sister Irini, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Dimitri and Adoni, and sisters Vangelio and Athena. The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation and thank you to everyone who helped Gust throughout his illness including family, friends, and Dr. Ross Morgan and staff, Dr. Tom Kurras and staff, and the Caresource Hospice center staff. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 South Highland Drive. Family and friends may visit at Desert Mortuary, 36 East 700 South, on Friday, August 12, 2005, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with a Trisagion Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Interment, at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Restoration fund. Zoe sa sas. Send Condolences to family at www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Deseret News from 8/11/2005 - 8/12/2005. Wadsworth, Marjorie E. Buckle Marjorie E. Buckle Wadsworth 4/9/1916~8/7/2005 Marjorie E. Buckle Wadsworth, 89, "Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Friend", returned to her Heavenly Father on August 7, 2005, after a short illness. Marjorie was born April 9, 1916 to Charles Edwin and Mabel Adams Buckle in Salt Lake City, Utah. She grew up in Salt Lake City and graduated from East High School. She married James Farrell Wadsworth on November 20, 1940. Marge and Farrell were married for 58 years and enjoyed traveling in their motor home to all 50 states and all Canadian provinces. They were members of the Good Sam Club. Marjorie was also a member of Chapter D, PEO. She was a devoted wife and mother who was a woman of great strength and beauty, inside and out. Marjorie loved her family and enjoyed time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved to read and learn about the architecture and cultures of the world. She is survived by her three children, Judith (Donald) Drew, Douglas (Joan) Wadsworth and Debbie (Garth) Reid, nine grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister. A funeral service will held at 12:00 noon on August 12, 2005, at Wasatch Presbyterian Church, 1626 South 1700 East, Salt Lake City. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 10:45 - 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the PEO Scholarship Fund or Shriners Hospital for Children's Intermountain. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Drive. Published in the Deseret News from 8/10/2005 - 8/12/2005.