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Cunningham Jensen Steffensen, Carol "Nan"         
Carol Cunningham Jensen Steffensen "Nan" Carol Cunningham Jensen Steffensen
passed away peacefully August 20, 2005 in Murray, Utah. Born May 1, 1918 in
Salt Lake City, Utah to William and Katie Jensen. Married Delbert Clifford
Stef-fensen March 23, 1946. "Nan" was a loving, caring mother, grandmother,
and friend who always put everyone else's needs above her own. Her favorite
moments were being surrounded by those she loved, laughing, listening to
music, telling stories and of course enjoying a good meal! She will be greatly
missed. Survived by two children, Pamela Marquardt, and Del "Chris" Steffensen
(Melanie); five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Preceded in death
by her husband, Del; grandson, Tyler Marquardt; her parents; and nine brothers
and sisters. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 24,
2005 at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery, 3401 So. Highland Drive.
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Doctorman, Harry J.           
Harry Doctorman 1919 ~ 2005 Harry J. Doctorman passed away Saturday August 20,
2005 at the age of 86 after living a long, happy, successful and hard-working
life. He was dedicated to his family, his faith, and his business. He was born
June 30, 1919 in Salt Lake City to Yetta Cheit and Joe Doctorman. His parents
had immigrated from Eastern Europe a few years before his birth. After the
birth of his sisters, Irene and Marjorie, Yetta passed away and his father
married Yetta's sister, Celia Chait. Harry graduated from South High School.
As a teenager he entered the meat packing business with his father and mother.
In the 1930's they began a business named Joe Doctorman and Son Meat Packing,
Inc. and together the family grew the business into the largest meat packing
business in Utah, buying and selling meat products primarily throughout the
Intermountain West and in Great Britain and Japan. Later in life, Harry
started his second career developing real estate known as Access Business
Center. Harry was a devotedly conservative Jew practicing his beliefs daily.
He was a member of Congregation Kol Ami and the Montifiore Synagogue. In 1947
he married Eleanor Stein. He courted her after falling in love at first site,
meeting her at a friend's wedding in San Francisco. They married in Oakland,
California after a long distance courtship. After 52 years of marriage she
preceded him in death. Harry is also preceded by his father, Joe; and mothers,
Yetta and Celia. He is survived by his daughter, Linda (Michael) Golub; sons,
Gary (Karen) Doctorman and Benjamin (Alexandra) Doctorman; and grandchildren,
Gwendolyn Golub, Gregory Golub (Kelly), Gavin Golub, Claire Doctorman, Samuel
Joseph Doctorman, Leo Doctorman, Steven Doctorman; great-grand-daughters,
Sophia and Camille Golub; sisters, Irene (Nat) Levine and Marjorie (Harold)
Rosen; and nieces, Judy Magid and Ricki Rosen; and nephews, Michael Levin and
Barry Rosen. The family wishes to thank those professional care givers who
helped him so gracefully through his final year, which include Marjorie and
Theo Brasher, Dr. Sara Goodlin, Dr. Lynn Webster, Dr. Ann Richards, and Dr.
James Pearl. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tues. Aug. 23, at Evans &
Early Mortuary, 574 East 100 South. Following will a be a graveside service at
Montefiore Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make contribution to
Congregation Kol Ami, 2425 Heritage Way, SLC, UT 84109 or to a charity of your
choice.
Published in the Deseret News from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005.

Dunford, Logen Wayne          
Logen Wayne Dunford 08/19/05 SYRACUSE - Our sweet little Logen arrived August
19, 2005, just a quick two minutes after his big brother. After beating all
the odds to get here and fighting so hard, he could only stay a short six
hours, long enough to meet his Mom and Dad, brother and sisters, and his
Grandparents. We were lucky enough to say hello and blessed enough to be able
to hold and kiss him and then say goodbye as he peacefully returned to
Heavenly Father. While our hearts are aching, we know that he is ours forever,
and Logen we are truly privileged to have enjoyed your little soul through a
tough pregnancy for you and your brother and your brief moment here. You are
forever in our hearts if not in our arms. Logen is survived by his twin
brother, Cole; big brother, Ian; and big sisters, Sara and Aislynn. He is also
survived by his dad and mom, Chad and Leanne Dunford; his Grandparents, Lynn
and Kaye Manhart, and Mundi and Lois Pedersen; many Aunts, Uncles and cousins;
and two Great-Grandmas, Helen Dunford and Jean Laws. Thanks to all of the
staff at the U of U OB Diagnostic Center, Labor and Delivery, NBICU and Post
Partum for your skill and compassion. A special thanks to Dr. Sean Esplin, Dr.
Jan Byrne from the U of U. Without you we would never have had the opportunity
to meet Logen and have him for even the brief moments we had. Our hearts are
full of love and thankfulness for your skills, time, effort and especially
your compassion. You have made a difficult time bearable. Special thanks also
to Dr. Ball and his staff at UCSF for their special skills and help in getting
Logen and Cole here. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2005,
at 2:30 p.m. in the Smithfield Cemetery, 300 E. Center St., under the
direction of Myers Mortuary, Layton. Send condolences to the family at
www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005.

Gardner Thayer, Frances Jane       
Frances Jane Gardner Thayer "In Loving Memory" My mom, Frances Jane, passed
away August 18, 2005 in Boulder City, Nevada. Born December 2, 1913 in Moroni,
Utah to Angelo Simpson and Jane Prestwich. She married Kenneth Gardner in 1932
in the Salt Lake Temple and was active in the LDS Church. He preceded her in
death in 1951. Then married a wonderful man, Leo Thayer, in 1975. Leo and
Frances spent their time between Salt Lake, Las Vegas, and Willow Beach, AZ.
He preceded her in death in 1998. She was a retired dental assistant. She
loved to dance. She loved and enjoyed her family, friends, and great
neighbors. They were special to her. Survived by her daughter, Dorothy Ann
Helm; and three grandchildren, Daniel Jr. (Nancy) Helm, Kenneth (Diana) Helm,
and John Helm; four great-grandchildren, Heather, Daniel III, Ashly, and
Sadie. Preceded in death by her daughter, Darlene; son-in-law, Ray; and
granddaughter, Vernita Bowen. She loved her grandsons and great-grandchildren,
they were her greatest joy. Grandma came from a wonderful family with many
brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and cousins, including May Lisonbee, Fern
Wakefield, Patsy White, Tom Averett, Gary Simpson, and more. Graveside
services will be held WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2005, 11:30 a.m. at the Salt Lake
City Cemetery, 4th Ave. and 'N' Street. A viewing will be held Wed. 10-11 a.m.
at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple. We extend a hand of thanks to
everyone who was a part of her journey.
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Gibby Facer, Ellen Louise          
Ellen Louise Gibby Facer 1913 ~ 2005 Ellen Louise Gibby Facer, age 92, wife,
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmoth-er, and friend
to many passed away peacefully August 19th, 2005. Louise was born May 25, 1913
in Salt Lake City, Utah the third child of George Edward and Mary Emily
Linford Gibby. She was raised in Pocatello, Idaho. She married Elden Jackson
Facer, September 24, 1934 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Louise was a faithful
and devoted wife and mother. She loved people and had many friends. She
enjoyed literature, music, poetry, and was a talented artist and seamstress.
She was an active member of the LDS Church having served in many ward and
stake callings. She served two missions with her husband in the Swiss Temple.
Their lives were enriched through extensive travels for work and pleasure. She
is survived by her six children, James C. Facer (Sylvia), Jeannette Martin
(John), Wayne G. Facer (Mary Gayle), Peggy J. Andersen (John), Marjory Thueson
(Craig), Lois Salmon (Kevin); as well as 27 grandchildren; 49
great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her husband of 67 years. With gratitude, her family acknowledges
Hazen Care Center for the loving and compassionate care that she received.
There will be a celebration of Louise's life Wednesday, August 24th, at the
Larkin Mortuary Chapel, 260 East South Temple, 12 noon. Friends may call at
11:30 a.m. prior to the services. Internment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In
lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the LDS Perpetual Education
Fund. Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Johnson, Hagan Holladay       
Hagan Holladay Johnson 4/27/95 ~ 8/19/05 Surrounded by his family, Hagan
passed away at 8:50 p.m. August 19, 2005 after an eight year battle due to an
anoxic brain injury. Hagan was one who needed not to be taught in this life,
but instead he was a teacher for us all. Though physically disabled, his
spirit was strong. "God watched you as you suffered. He knew you'd had your
share. He gently closed your weary eyes, took you in his care. God has you in
His keeping; we have you in our hearts. Your memory is our keepsake, with that
we'll never part, God saw you getting tired. A cure was not to be. So, He put
His arms around you. He whispered, "Come unto me." With tearful eyes we
watched as you suffered and faded away. Although we love you dearly, we could
not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. -Author unknown
Hagan is survived by mother, Kristen; and father, Eric; sisters, Bayley and
Katelyn; grandparents, Glen and Joann Huff, Arlene Huff, Ronald and Doris
Johnson; also a great-grandmother, Marie Huff; many aunts, uncles, cousins,
and friends. A viewing will be held Tuesday Aug. 23, 2005, 6-8 p.m. at 1007
West South Jordan Pkwy (10550 So.). Funeral service will be Wednesday Aug. 24,
2005, 11 a.m. at Midvalley Stake Center, 8050 S. 1100 E. Sandy, Utah.
Internment, Elysian Burial Gardens. "We love you, Bubba. Run Hagan run!"
Published in the Deseret News from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005.

Mitchell, Bob       
Bob Mitchell 8/22/33 ~ 8/31/00 Happy Birthday, Dad! You're gone but not
forgotten. Mom, Brad and Susan
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Nelson, Richard "Rick"        
Richard (Rick) Nelson 1937 ~ 2005 Richard (Rick) Nelson, age 68, passed away
August 20, 2005 after a year long battle with prostate cancer. He was born
January 21, 1937 in Aurora, Illinois to Arthur Stacey and Frances Rogan
Nelson. Rick served in the United States Army for three years. He married
Julie Haws February 21, 1980; later divorced, but remained good friends. Rick
worked at Creasey Catering for 30 plus years because he loved the people. He
made lifelong friends during those years and loved the interaction he had with
the people on his route. Rick was an awesome dad and his two sons meant the
world to him. He loved and supported them in everything they did. Rick is
survived by his sons, Christopher (Katie Jo) Nelson, and Anthony Nelson, who
is currently serving with the Army at Fort Sill, Oklahoma; caregiver and
friend, Julie Vermaas; brother, Don (Toni) Nelson, Arizona. Preceded in death
by his parents; brother, Artie; and his baby daughter, Missy. Rick will be
greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. A viewing will be held
Tuesday, August 23rd from 6-8 p.m. at Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal (7600
S). As per Rick's wishes, he will be cremated with a family service to follow
at the gravesite. The family requests no flowers.
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Palmer, LaMond E. "Monty"          
LaMond E. Palmer "Monty" LEAMINGTON - LaMond Edward Palmer, age 66, our
beloved husband, father, brother, friend, passed away Saturday, August 20,
2005 at his home in Leamington, Utah after valiantly enduring many years with
pulmonary fibrosis. He was born March 4, 1939 in Marysvale, Utah to Edward and
Sadie Hansen Palmer. He married Madalene McIntoch in 1958; divorced in 1968.
He married Nancy Belliston, February 5, 1972 in Pendleton, OR. Their marriage
was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Monty grew up in and around
Marysvale, doing odd jobs for farmers as he became old enough. He loved
tramping the mountains there. He worked many jobs in his lifetime, the last
and most enjoyed was working 18 years for Millard County Parks and Recreation
as a groundskeeper retiring in March of 2001. He liked working in the yard.
His passion was being in the mountains fishing or hunting. He is survived by
his wife, Nancy; two daughters, a son and grandson, Lani Cantrell (David
Oxborrow) of Las Vegas, NV, Lora (Robert) Schaefermeyer and Timothy of North
Salt Lake, UT, Devin (Liz) Palmer of Holladay, UT; two brothers, LuDale Palmer
of Beaver Dam, AZ and Doyle Palmer of Cedar City, UT. Preceded in death by his
parents; and half-brother, Theron Hansen. In loving memory of our husband and
father, we wish to thank all those who caringly gave hours of service through
hospice, and to all our friends who lovingly came to visit him and take him
for rides in his last months. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday,
August 23, 2005 at the Leamington, Utah LDS chapel where the family will be
receiving friends Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior
to the services. Interment will be in the Leamington Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Perry, Mignon       
Mignon Perry 6/08/1920 ~ 8/20/2005 Mignon Perry, beloved sister and aunt, died
peacefully August 20, 2005, in Salt Lake City. She was born June 8, 1920 in
Rexburg, Idaho the daughter of Nora Sonne and Leslie Thomas Perry. She was a
faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, devoting
many hours of service to various ward and stake callings, which included
service in Young Women and Relief Society presidencies, as a stake missionary,
a Gospel Doctrine teacher, and a Salt Lake Temple worker. She also was an
active member of Daughters of Utah Pioneers and enjoyed researching the
history of her family. She graduated with a B.S. degree in Home Economics
Education, and later completed a M.S. degree in Clothing and Textiles from
Utah State University. She earned a Ph.D. degree from Cornell University with
a major in Housing and Design. Mignon's distinguished professional career
included teaching at a variety of schools, Ririe High School, and Ricks
College in Idaho, Utah State University, and as a professor at Washington
State University in Pullman where she taught for 27 years, serving as chair of
the Clothing, Textile and Interior Design Department for 22 years. During that
time, she was honored with an Outstanding Teacher award. During her career,
she had the opportunity to be a visiting professor at various universities
including the University of New Hampshire, University of Washington, Arizona
State University, and BYU. Because of her interest in cross-cultural studies,
she became a world traveler and taught in other countries such as Canada and
Malaysia. Mignon was a supporter of the arts and was active in community
theater, arts and crafts groups in most of the communities where she lived.
She also was a docent for the Fine Arts Museum on the Washington State
University campus. She is survived by her brothers, Elder L. Tom Perry
(Barbara), and Ted S. Perry (Jean); as well as 16 nieces and nephews; and
numerous grandnieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents;
sisters, Zada Adams (Louis J.), Gay Kowallis (Albert); brother, Robert Perry
(Belva); and a niece and a nephew. Funeral services will be 12 noon Wednesday,
August 24, 2005 at the Salt Lake Stake Center, 142 W. 200 North, Salt Lake
City, where friends and family may call from 10-11:30 a.m. prior to the
services. Interment will follow at the Logan City Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund.
Online guest book and directional maps available at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Richardson, Lynn Lott         
Lynn Lott Richardson 8/28/1942 ~ 8/20/2005 Lynn Lott Richardson, born August
28, 1942, died August 20, 2005 of cancer. Raised in the First Baptist Church
of Mansfield, Louisiana, she worked in the office, library, and Sunday School.
Married W. H. Richardson, Sr. in Arlington, Texas November 27, 1974; and were
sealed July 7, 1977 in the Washington DC Temple with her children, Kristen R.
and W. H. Bill, Jr., and their third child, Joseph Henry Richardson was born
in the covenant. She served in the Mansfield Branch of the LDS Church as
Primary president for 10 years where her husband served as the branch
president. She was active in the Pilot Club and served with good friends,
Barbara Valentine, Mary Lightfoot, and Nell Norwood. She started a Girl Scout
troop and was neighborhood chairman for three years, serving with Bonnie Knapp
Ibarra. Later divorced, she moved with her children to Salt Lake City where
she served in the Relief Society, Primary, and library. After this move she
had tremendous help from friends Renate and Fred Brunsvik, and Yvonne and
Steve Wright. Lynn is preceded in death by her father, Henry F. Lott; niece,
Kristen Elizabeth Lott; and by aunt, Irene Smith. She is survived by her three
children, Kristen, Bill and Corinne Richardson, Joe Richardson;
grand-daughters, Sierra Dawn Richardson, Dempsy Lynn McNeice; grandson, Murphy
Thomas McNeice; nieces and nephews, Tanya L. (David) Williams, Vicki Lynn
(Steve) Hrivnak, Leslie L. (Susan) Lott, Jr., Sandra Tidmore, of Texas;
mother, Dorothy Lott; brother, Leslie Lott, Sr.; cousins, Vera Muno, and
Louise Leake of Oklahoma, as well as their brothers and sisters. Graveside
services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2005 in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the family. We will always love you, Mom. Online
guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.

Singer, Ariel Rachel Mary          
Ariel Rachel Mary Singer 1987 ~ 2005 Ariel Rachel Mary Singer drowned in the
early morning of 18 August 2005, along with three of her friends. Ariel was
born 5 April 1987 in Princeton, New Jersey, but lived, since she was two
months of age, in Orem, Utah. Ariel attended American Heritage School,
Meridian School, and Orem High School, from whence she graduated in 2004. Our
beloved Eo, as her little brothers called her, loved to sing, dance, hike,
read, cook and love. She is survived by David and Valerie Hudson Cassler, Eric
G. Singer; five brothers, Ben, Joe, John, Tom (her favorite), and Jim;
grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and many friends. She was a member of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She struggled valiantly with
incredible emotional challenges, and she was the song of our hearts. A viewing
will be held 23 August from 6-8 p.m. at Walker-Sanderson Mortuary, 646 E 800
N, Orem; funeral services will be held at 12 noon 24 August at the Cascade
First Ward Chapel, 481 E Center, Orem, with viewing from 10:30-11:30 am.
Interment will be at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to
the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Deseret News from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005.

Velasquez, Juanita       
Juanita Velasquez Happy Birthday, Mom We love and miss you very much. Love,
your family
Published in the Deseret News on 8/22/2005.