OBITS: Deseret News 15 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 Anderson, Orson Kent Orson Kent Anderson 1933 ~ 2005 Orson Kent Anderson, age 72, peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father August 12, 2005 of heart failure. He was born July 4, 1933 in Spring City, UT to Kent and Faure Anderson. He married Yvonne Smith November 3, 1956 in Salt Lake City, UT. Orson grew up in Spring City and then Granger, UT. Attended Granite and Cyprus High Schools. He proudly served in the U.S. Army in France and Japan, and volunteered for Korea from 1952-1955. He was a member of the LDS Church. He was president and served in many other capacities of the Granger Lions Club and was a member of the VFW. Orson worked in the lumber and hardware business all of his life. He worked at Granger Builders Supply more than 30 years and Horseshoe Building Supply, his own business, for over 20 years. Orson liked being with people, seemed to know everyone and was a friend to all. He was a good, kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments and talents, always encouraging and praising them. His family was the center of his life, and he expressed his love and caring for them often through words and actions. Survived by his loving wife, Yvonne; daughter, DeAnne (John) Gaviotakis; sons, Don, David, and Douglas (Shelley); grandchildren, Garritt, Erik, Matt, Mike, Lisa, Sara, Adam, Whitney, and Jordan Anderson, Nichole Gaviotakis; and five great-grand-children, Dylan, Ryan, Braden, Izac and Brooklynn. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Zelma (Byron) Christensen, Donna (John) Gilmer, Terry (Terry) Anderson, Lee (Leona) Anderson; and brother-in-law, Robert Brown. Preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Loretta Brown. Orson's family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all the doctors, nurses, and aides at Pioneer Valley Hospital for the care given to him. Thank you! Also, thanks to his morning coffee buddies for their friendship and assistance. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, August 17, 2005, 12 noon at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Service. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Call, Frank Parkin Frank Parkin Call 1929 ~ 2005 FRUIT HEIGHTS - Frank Call, 76, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away August 13, 2005. Frank was born July 9, 1929 in Kemmer, Wyoming the son of Chester and Amy Maud Parkin Call. He lived in Bountiful growing up. He joined the Navy, and was a Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He retired from HAFB as an Aircraft Engineer. He married his sweetheart, Irene Alice Clark, April of 1955 in Bountiful. They moved to Kaysville and then to Fruit Heights where he lived the rest of his life. He was a member of the LDS Church. Frank loved to fish, hunt, and loved the outdoors, gardening (work in his yard), farming, cooking, coin collecting, and playing with the grandkids. Frank is survived by his sons, Rick Clark (Tracy) Call of Layton, Lance Clark Call of Syracuse; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, four brothers, and three sisters. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, 10 a.m. at Kaysville City Cemetery. Friends and family may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Wed-nesday from 9-9:45 at the mortuary. Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Cavell Futter Troskie, Nola Nola Cavell Futter Troskie "Together Again" Nola Cavell Futter Troskie left this earth peacefully Sat. Aug. 13th 2005, to join her eternal companion. Nola was born Oct. 25, 1924 in Bolo, So. Africa to Cora Isobelle Wilson and Edward Lewis Futter. She married John Christian Troskie in Johannesburg, So. Africa Aug. 25, 1944 and was later sealed for time and eternity in the Logan LDS Temple. Nola was a faithful member of the LDS Church and served in many callings. Her skills at playing the piano and organ will never be forgotten. Nola was unequaled in her skills at knitting, sewing and quilting. She leaves behind many gifts to her posterity. Her greatest joy in life was being a wife, mother, and grandmother. Nola is survived by her four children, Marilyn Dunne, Lynden (Chris) Chipping, Kevin Troskie and Irene (Jim) Richardson; 18 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and her younger brother, Noel Futter, living in So. Africa. She was preceded in death by her husband; and her grandson, Kevin. The family would like to thank Heritage Care Center for the many hours spent caring for Nola. Graveside services will be held Monday, August 15, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. in the Orem City Cemetery, 1520 North 800 East, Orem. Funeral Directors, Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 8/15/2005. Clyde Gammell, Louise Louise Clyde Gammell 1924 ~ 2005 Louise Clyde Gammell passed away August 12, 2005 from natural causes. I was born at home October 8, 1924 in Springville, Utah, a daughter of Wilford W. and Jennie Palfreyman Clyde. I attended school in Springville, graduating from Springville High School in 1942. I was interested in music and played the piano for school programs beginning in third grade. While in junior high, I learned to play the accordion and entertained for numerous clubs and other programs. I also played the pipe organ for church services and the piano for high school musicals and choruses. I continued to study piano at the University of Utah. I graduated from the U of U with a BS degree in Business Management and played Rachmaninoff s Concerto in B# Minor with the university orchestra at the graduation ceremonies. I was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. I married my college sweetheart, Blake Hansen Gammell, July 1, 1946 in the Logan Temple and had a beautiful garden wedding at my parent's home. We moved to Los Angeles, California while my husband attended dental school at the University of Southern California. In 1947, we moved back to Springville where my husband began his dental practice. During our marriage, five children were born. With much heartache, our second son, Bill, was afflicted with Ewing Sarcoma (bone cancer). Blake and I sought the best care and treatment all over the United States. Bill passed away September 6, 1967 after 81/2 years of our care. On March 7, 1968, a son, John, was born severely mentally handicapped. I devoted a great deal of time and therapy to John. I loved parties and loved to get dressed up. I loved to entertain family and friends in my home. I loved my parents, brothers, and sisters and always enjoyed family get-togethers. I had many close friends all through my life, still getting together with high school friends. I had a sense of humor and always loved to hear and tell a good story. I have a great testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and was a faithful organist for all organizations of the Church and also a teacher. I loved my visiting teaching calling for many years and became good friends with all I visited. I loved my family dearly. Louise was a devoted mother and wife to her husband and children. Her husband and children always came first in her life so she had little time left for music and community affairs. She is survived by her husband, Blake of Springville; a son, B. Clyde (Gayle) Gammell of Mapleton, UT; a daughter, Mary Louise (Don) Winkler of Sandy, UT; a son, Ray (Lori) Gammell of Mapleton, UT; a son, John Scott Gammell of Springville, UT; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son; and siblings, Cornell, Blaine, William (Bill) Clyde, Ila Cook and Carol Salisbury. The family wishes to thank the many friends, doctors, and caregivers, especially Janet Neel, who have helped her through her numerous health problems. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2005 in the Hobble Creek West Stake, 555 South 600 East, Springville, Utah. A viewing will be held Monday, August 15th from 6-8 p.m. at the Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South, Springville and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the Church prior to the funeral. Interment will be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Louise's name to RAH (Recreation and Habilitation), 815 North 800 West, Provo, Utah 84604. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Culverwell, Harold Henry "Hal" Harold Henry Culverwell Hal 11/1/1930 ~ 8/13/2005 Harold Henry Culverwell, our beloved husband, devoted father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away August 13, 2005 in Murray, Utah, surrounded by his children. Hal was born November 1, 1930 to Harold Autton and Lucy Edith Midgley Culverwell. Hal graduated from East High School in 1947 at age 16. He attended the U of U that fall. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean war in 1951-52 when the Utah Air National Guard was called to active duty. Hal worked in the banking business 25 years and additional business related endeavors. He married his beautiful sweetheart, Carol Ann Morgan, July 23, 1959. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple. Hal loved to play baseball, golf, and vacation with his family. He enjoyed running errands with his wife and attending events with his children. His greatest love was watching his children and being apart of their successes in life. Later in life, he enjoyed a special friendship with Dorothy Blomquist and her family. They invited him and his family to join their family activities. They all spent many happy times together. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to everyone who visited and called during the past few months including family, friends, Suzanne from Mt. Land Rehab and the entire staff at Lifepath Hospice Center. Hal is survived by his children, Lisa (Larry) Stout, Richard, and David; sister, Lucile (Dale) Evans; brother, Ronald (Patricia); brother-in-law, J.R. Morgan; and Alice Morgan, widow of Hal's father-in-law, Robert P. Morgan. Preceded in death by his wife, Carol Ann Morgan; parents; brother, Robert (Shirley). Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday August 17, 2005, 12 noon at the Chevy Chase Ward 5235 So. Wesley Road (1120 E.). Friends and family may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 S. State St. and one hour prior to services Wednesday. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Kelley, Norma Jones Norma Jones Kelley 1920 ~ 2005 Our sweet, loving, caring and devoted mother, grandma, and great-grandma passed away August 12, 2005 of natural causes due to old age. Born April 16, 1920 to William A. Jones and Selina Evans Jones. Married Edgar Kelley September 23, 1944. Two years later their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Mom was a very active and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Residing her married life in the Liberty Park and Liberty Wards carrying out many positions assigned to her by church leaders. Mom never had to work until her kids were raised then got bored and went to work for the Food Service Dept. at the church office building until health problems made it impossible for her to work any longer. Mom was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edgar, of 45 years; her son, Steven; her parents; and three sisters, Rhea, Florence, and Marvel. Mom is survived by her three daughters who meant the world to her, Vickie (Dave) Carpenter, Karen (Robert) Duncan, and Kathy (Floris) Sudweeks; her six grandchildren who she adored, Rondi (Kris) Weigand, Cami (Brad) Haycock, Kelley Carpenter and partner, Jenny Hansen, Jeff (Coral) Duncan, John Duncan, and Steven Sudweeks; her seven great-grandchildren, who made mom's eyes light up whenever she saw them and made her laugh, Telisa, Lindsay, and Mikinzi Svedin, Austin and Colton Burr, Rylisha and Raygen Haycock; two step great-grandchildren, Kassidy and Colton Weigand. The family would like to pay a very heartfelt thanks to all the girls at the Beehive House of Magna. The employees of Federal Heights Nursing Home, especially nurse Theresa, who made it a point to go in daily and give mom a hug and kiss and called her, her special Cuddle Bug. Also to Life Path Hospice caregivers, Mindy, Kathy, Kathryn and sweet little Sarah for all their love and care given to mom in her final days. We couldn't have done it without you. (God bless you all.) Graveside services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, 12 noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens (10600 South 1700 East). A viewing will be Tuesday, August 16, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Deseret Mortuary (36 East 700 South) and Wednesday from 10:30-11 a.m. at Deseret Mortuary. Condolences may be sent to www.celebratinglife-ut.com Mom, we know you are in the arms of Daddy and Steve and we are jealous, but until we meet again remember how very much you are loved by all of us. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Kimball, Braden "Brady" Braden Kimball (Brady) 8-15-95 ~ 3-22-99 10 years old. Happy Birthday Little Buddy. We LOVE YOU & MISS YOU very much! Love, Mom, Dad & Maddy Published in the Deseret News on 8/15/2005. Kimball, Lois McGhie Lois McGhie Kimball 04/27/14 ~ 08/13/05 Most beautiful and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grand-mother and great great-grandmother and cherished sister passed away, Saturday, August 13, 2005 at the young age of 91, surrounded by loved ones. Lois loved everyone; everyone in turn loved and cherished Lois and her sweet, gentle spirit. She deeply loved her family and showed understanding, kindness and compassion to each of them. She continually spoke love and was Christ like in her every action. Lois was born in Garfield, Utah April 27, 1914 to proud parents, Jesse Earl and Maude Fisher McGhie. Lois fell in love and married her eternal sweetheart, John Coulam Kimball on her birthday in 1934 and they were sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. The couple were devoted sweethearts, sharing the heartaches of life as well as pure happiness and immense joy. Her darling "Johnny" preceded her in death in 1993. They enjoyed many years with friends and family boating, fishing, and camping. John and Lois along with their son "Mickey" worked together at Custom Furniture (on the bend of the road) where houses were made beautiful and LDS temples were made heavenly with the hard working hands of the Kimball's. Lois was very active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and enjoyed serving in callings in various organizations on both the ward and stake level. Lois loved Heavenly Father and his son Jesus Christ and diligently worked to pattern her life to please them, humble and sweet she was successful in accomplishing her life's goal. Lois is survived by her most precious gifts, her children, Connie (Dick) Peacock, St George, Utah; John McGhie "Mickey" (Shirleen) Kimball, Salt Lake City; Joann Maude (Ken) Moore, Draper, Utah; special daughter by choice, Janet Teerlink, Salt Lake City. Two brothers, Glen (Nyla) McGhie and Don McGhie; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and nine great great-grandchildren. Lois was proceeded in death by her husband, John; her baby daughter, Kara Lee; brothers, Jay McGhie and Rulon McGhie; cherished sister-in-law, Louise Woodward McGhie; and her parents. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 17th at the Stratford Ward, 2635 South 1500 East, where friends may visit from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Funeral service will begin at 12 noon. Friends and Family may also meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Stratford Ward Tuesday, August 16th. Internment at Mountain View Memorial Estates, 3115 East 7800 South. Funeral services under the direction of Broomhead Mortuary. Special thanks to CareSource Hospice, each person has been kind and gentle in word and deed throughout this difficult time, easing both physical and emotional pain for Lois and her family. Also thanks to the Wentworth Senior Living for the grand treatment Lois received. Treated continually with tenderness and love. A special thank you to her special friends and to the Crystal Heights Relief Society, whom we are forever in your debt. Published in the Deseret News from 8/15/2005 - 8/16/2005. McArthur, Robert Lawrence Robert Lawrence McArthur 1927 ~ 2005 Robert L. McArthur (Bob) passed away August 11, 2005 at the age of 77. Born October 10, 1927 in Park City, Utah to June and Agnes McArthur. Graduated from East High School and attended the University of Utah. Married Julia Gay Morley June 16, 1949. Worked in the trucking and heavy equipment industry as a salesman for Hafer's and Six States Distributors. Bob loved his family, golf, jazz, humor, the Running Utes, any team playing BYU, and his many friends. Bob is survived by his son, Gregory R. (Tracy); daughter, Connie Gay McArthur, Denver, CO; three grandchildren (Mindy, Christopher, and Lindsey); and his Uncle J. C. Crooks. Bob is preceded in death by his wife, and parents. Memorial services will be Thursday, Aug 18, 2005, 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel. Friends may visit one hour prior to the services. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/16/2005. Monson, Gene Perkins Gene Perkins Monson 8/6/25 ~ 8/12/05 Our gentle and loving father and grandfather, Gene Perkins Monson, passed away peacefully August 12, 2005. Gene was born in Downey, Idaho to Frederick and Margaret Monson. He married his beloved companion, Lorna Fetzer, April 9, 1953. She left an aching void in his life when she preceded him in death May 11, 1988. He is survived by his five children, Daryl, Yvonne (Rudy) Schenk, Janene Burton, Reid (Chamane), Ren e (John) Tanner; and 16 cherished grandchildren. His life was wholly committed to his family, his church, his country, and his university. At 17, he proudly enlisted in the U.S. Navy to help fight World War II. He then served an honorable mission for the LDS Church to the Northwestern States Mission. He fulfilled numerous church callings throughout his life, including humbly serving as a stake mission president and bishop of the Emerson Ward. Gene adored the University of Utah from the moment he first attended (complements of the GI Bill). He worked at the U for 37 years, and was an ardent fan of all things Ute. He pursued his love of history, geography, and journalism throughout his life. He fell in love with Lorna while singing together in a quartet. Music accompanied them throughout their lives, enriching and defining our home. The sweetest sound he knew was to sing the hymns with his family. Gene was undoubtedly happiest while spending time with his family. He sang with us, read with us, traveled thousands of miles with us, taught us, and always, always loved us. We will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, August 17th at 12 noon in the Emerson Ward LDS chapel, 1100 East 1700 South. Family and friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple as well as from 11-11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Osness, Caroldene Oliverson "Grandma Cheerios" Caroldene Oliverson Osness "Grandma Cheerios" 1928 ~ 2005 A gentle and kind soul, Caroldene Oliverson Osness, 76, passed away peacefully of natural causes in her home Saturday afternoon. Carol was born October 4, 1928, in Franklin, Idaho, to Hazel Evans and John Veron Oliverson. She was the youngest of four children. She moved with her family to Salt Lake City when she was 13, attended public schools and graduated from West High School in 1946. She married Marvin Wilford Osness March 23, 1948, later divorced. They had seven children, Marvin L. (GayLynn Thomas), Victor William, Helen Marie, Polli Ann, Bradley Leon, Grace Elaine, and David Michael. She also had 14 grandchildren and six great-grand-children. She worked at CB manufacturing for 27 years making wigs and retired when she was 75. She could always tell you the actors that wore hair pieces. An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she loved the Gospel and had many loving friends in the Bennion 14th Ward that watched over her. Carol was one of those who always gave more than she received and was a delight to be around with her great smile and unique sense of humor. To know her was to love her. Carol was preceded in death by her mother and father; both sisters, Grace Downs and Helen Irvine; her brother, Vernon LaMar; three of her children, Victor, Helen, and Grace; and a grandson, Paul Thomas Osness. She has known much of tragedy but has remained faithful and strong, never losing her smile or love for others. Thanks to UTA-FlexTrans and its drivers who gave mom the independence she needed to continue working, do her own shopping, make new friends, and the ability to visit a special grandson, Jeffrey Osness. In life, as in death, sometimes angels fly in to help. A heartfelt thanks to Frankie, mom's hospice nurse, Affinity Hospice staff, and the medical staff at Pioneer Valley Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at the Bennion 14th Ward, 6540 S. 2700 W. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tues. evening at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 8/15/2005 - 8/16/2005. Richins, Wilma Smith Wilma Smith Richins 1916 ~ 2005 DRAPER - Wilma Smith Richins, age 88, passed away at her home in Draper August 13, 2005. Wilma was born September 2, 1916 in Draper to Archie Smith and Bertha Lovina Crane Smith. She married Vern Richins, June 28, 1934 in the Salt Lake Temple. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved the gospel and her testimony was unwavering. She served in all organizations of the church. She also served missions with her husband. She was active in 4-H clubs, PTA, Draper Civic Club, Lady Lions and the Daughters of Pioneers. She is survived by her husband, Vern, of 71 years; children, LeLand (Linda) Richins, Dan (Suzanne) Richins, Melvin (Terrie) Richins, all of Draper; Mary (Kip) Hertz, Boise, Idaho; son-in-law, John Spratling, South Jordan; 21 grandchildren; 69 great-grand-children; nine great great-grand-children; brothers and sisters, Milton (Roma), Lynn (Jean), Ray, Clara Stephenson, Barbara Jenks. Preceded in death by a daughter, Janice Spratling; her parents; brothers, Murray and Calvin. Wilma loved family parties and enjoyed visiting with her loved ones and her many siblings and friends. She loved nature and the beauty of the earth. She tried to catch this beauty with her many paintings which she gave to family and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Draper Second LDS Ward, 1613 E. 12700 So. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, Tuesday 6-8 p.m. or Wednesday at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Draper Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 8/15/2005 - 8/16/2005. Scarlet, Clifford James Clifford James Scarlet 1916 ~ 2005 Clifford James Scarlet, 89, passed away August 11, 2005 surrounded by his wife and children who loved and cherished him. Born March 15, 1916 in Salt Lake City to Lawrence Eli and Clara Ann Richards Scarlet. He was a member of the first graduating class of South High School. He married Iona Vivianna Holladay July 30, 1936. Solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, January 13, 1954. Iona died April 11, 1987. Cliff married Berniece Grotegut Goodell August 13, 1988 for time in the Salt Lake Temple. He was a veteran of World War II. Cliff was a member of the United Association of Journeyman and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada for 64 years. He was a member of local 19. Through out his life Cliff received blessings, callings and joys from his membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was bishop of the Whittier Ward, Wells Stake. He and Iona served a mission in Dallas, Texas. Cliff was a temple worker at the Jordan River Temple. He and Berniece traveled the world, performing temple work in 89 temples. To his family he was an example of integrity, hard work, and honesty. Survived by his wife; children, Jacklyn (Richard) Nelson, Albania, George (Janet) Scarlet, West Jordan, Sue (Sonny) Schmidt, Taylorsville, Cora Scarlet, Cary, North Carolina; 22 grandchildren; and 35 great-grand-children. Preceded in death by wife, Iona; son, Clifford James; daughter, Mary Ann; and granddaughter, Emma. Special thanks to good friends June and Ed Higbee and Nanette and Jon Sorenson. Also thanks to Hearts for Hospice and especially Andrea for their loving care. Funeral services will be held August 15th, 2 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Dr. A viewing will be held Sunday August 14, from 5-7 p.m. and one hour prior to services Monday at Wasatch Lawn. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Perpetual Education Fund. Published in the Deseret News from 8/14/2005 - 8/15/2005. Shafter, Charles Erdman Charles Erdman Shafter 7/28/1915 ~ 8/13/2005 Charles Erdman Shafter passed away August 13, 2005, after a long battle with Sugar Diabetes. He died peacefully at the Federal Heights Rehabilitation & Nursing Facility. Charles was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Paul E. Shafter and Henrietta Charles Hughes. He was a devoted son who cared for his parents. He married Norma Wade of Winchester, Kentucky March 26, 1988. He is survived by his wife, Norma; two sons, Charles Harold Shafter of Bountiful, and Joseph W. Kaye Shafter of Whittier California; one daughter, "Toni" Shafter Massey of Washington; and numerous grand and great-grandchildren. He loved his family. Charles was a long time member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission in the South Carolina area. He held the position of High Priest at the time of his passing. He loved genealogy work, extracting over one hundred thousand family names. He continuously gave support to those who were less fortunate than himself by donating food as well as money which he did anonymously. Norma and Charles went on eighty-six "honeymoons" together. He considered her his "sweetheart" and one of the great loves and companions of his life. Norma called him "Chester the Molester." They were a perfect pair. He will be missed. Funeral services will be held Wednesday August 17, 2005 at 11:00a.m. A viewing will be held Tuesday August 16, 2005, from 6-8 p.m. as well as one hour prior to the funeral at Larkin Mortuary located at 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah. The internment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, located at 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Sugar Diabetes Foundation of Utah. The family would like to give special thanks to all of the nurses and aides from Federal Heights as well as the workers from Hospice. Published in the Deseret News from 8/15/2005 - 8/16/2005. Speakman, William Daniel William Daniel Speakman 02/18/29 ~ 08/12/05 William Daniel Speakman, (Dan) born 18 February 1929, in Fillmore, Utah, passed away in his home in Fillmore, the victim of a stroke, Friday, 12 August 2005; age 76. He is survived by his wife, Betty Jo Petersen Speakman; two sons, Raymond Daniel (Carolyn), and David Luan (Karen); four daughters, Janet Petersen (Brent), Joan Peterson (Randy), Lori Jo Weekes (Linden), and Marti Anne Riggs; 32 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dan's life was replete with vigorous service in the Lord's kingdom; serving three times as bishop and serving four full-time missions. His enthusiasm and positive approach to work and all of life's challenges was a model. Not only did he love his family, but he lived that love in his actions. He was famous for dropping anything he was doing to come to the aid of a loved one. Funeral services will be held in the Fillmore Stake Center Wednesday evening at 6 p.m., 17 August, with a viewing from 4:30-5:30 pm. There will also be a viewing, 6-9 p.m. Tues., 16 Aug, in the Speakman home, 185 W. 300 S. Fillmore. Published in the Deseret News on 8/15/2005. Story, Eldon Roy Eldon Roy Story 1924 ~ 2005 Eldon Roy Story passed away August 13, 2005. He was born February 14, 1924 to Amanda and Roy Story in Midvale, Utah. He had one sister and three brothers. He graduated form South High School. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Coast Guard on the USS General R.L. Howze in the South Pacific, Asia and Europe. He married Jane Pitts in Elko, Nevada. Father of two children, Debra and Jon; and four grandchildren. Worked in restaurant sales at Moore Supply for 30 years. After retiring, he worked at Sutherland Lumber and at the time of this death he was working at Wheeler Farm. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and snowmobiling at his cabin in Sanpete County with his family. He is survived by his wife, Jane; daughter, Debra Bauman; son, Jon (Lynn) Story; four grandchildren, Jeff Bauman, Shaun Story, Shannan Story Maio (Joey), and Andy Bauman; dog, Jack. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Humane Society of UT in his memory. His wishes were to be cremated. There is a graveside service at Elysian Burial Gardens 1075 E. 4580 So., Murray, Utah Wednesday August 17, 2005, 11:30 a.m. Published in the Deseret News on 8/15/2005. Thomas Munson, Barbara Jean Barbara Munson 12/15/52 ~ 08/13/05 Barbara Jean Thomas Munson, age 52, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2005, at a local hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Barbara was born December 18, 1952 in Salt Lake City, Utah the daughter of Clark and Mae Wilkin Thomas. She graduated from Granite High School. Active member of the LDS Church where she served in many positions of service. Although she suffered many health problems throughout her life, she enjoyed music and was a gifted pianist. She was a devoted mother. She loved people and will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her daughter, Maryann (Bart) Jordan, San Diego, CA; father, Clark Thomas, Salt Lake City, UT; sister, Kathleen (Evron) Knorr, Salt Lake City, UT; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by her mother, Mae Thomas; sister, Colleen Schilling; brother, John Richard Thomas. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2005, 12 noon, at the Ridgedale Ward, 1100 East 3400 South. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church Wednesday morning from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment, Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 8/15/2005.