OBITS: Deseret News 8 Dec 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 Ainge Sr., Kenneth Edward Kenneth Edward Ainge, Sr. 1927 ~ 2005 Our loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Kenneth Edward Ainge, Sr., passed away from cancer at the age of 78 in St. George, Utah on December 4, 2005. Ken was born in St. Anthony, Idaho on October 22, 1927 to George Edward and Marie McFarland Ainge. His sister, Shirley Marie, was one of his best friends. He graduated from UCSB and went on to get his Masters at UCLA and his doctorate at BYU. He has three children from his first marriage to Jane Wood and became step-dad to three more children when he married Barbara Brainard in 1985. Ken served as Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army in Japan for one and a half years right after World War II. When he returned from the Pacific he worked as Advertising Manager for three Sears stores in Ventura County, CA. During the 1950's he was very proud of his work for the LDS Institute program under Paul H. Dunn. It was during this period that he started a publication for all LDS college students in Southern California. In 1967 he joined the founding faculty of Moorpark College and also served as director of the Institute on campus. He was elected to the Conejo Valley School District Board of Education in 1977. He ended up as head of the Department of Business and Technology at Moorpark College, retiring in 1987. He and Barbara then moved to Mapleton, Utah where Ken became a gentleman farmer raising sheep and peaches. He was called to the Mapleton Stake Presidency in 1993 and served until he and Barbara moved to St. George in 1998. They were the first residents of the new adult retirement community known as Sun River. Ken established a golf car business in St. George working with his daughter Lisa as his mechanic. Ken was an avid BYU fan. In fact he and Barbara did a service mission on campus just last year with the Cougar Club. He was also extremely fond of golf and enjoyed spending time on the course with his loved ones. He planted an extensive vegetable garden every year and loved to can fruit during the summer months. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Barbara, and by his sons, Ken, Jr. (Cyndi) of West Jordan; and Brad of Lehi; and daughter Lisa McCaslin (Lary) of Santa Clara; step-daughters Kristen Drake of San Dimas, CA; and Lauren Arendt (Pete) of Kansas City, MO; and step-son David Driskel of Colorado. He is also survived by his sister Shirley Armor (Campbell) of Indio, CA; and four handsome nephews. All the family plus his 14 grandchildren and his "toy border collie" Dixie will miss him greatly and appreciate his love, support, and example. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 9, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., at the Sun River LDS 1st Branch, 4461 Country Club Dr., St. George, Utah. A visitation will be held Friday, from 9:30-11:00 a.m., prior to services at the branch. There will also be a funeral service held Saturday, December 10, at 10 a.m., at the LDS Chapel at 450 S. Canyon Rd, in Springville, Utah. Interment will be in the Spanish Fork City Cemetery, Spanish Fork Utah, under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary 435-673-4221. Condolences may be sent to the family through Metcalf's website at www.metcalfmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Allred, Ernest LeRoy Ernest LeRoy Allred 1918 ~ 2005 Ernest LeRoy Allred, age 87, passed away peacefully December 5, 2005 surrounded by his loving family. Ernest was born August 11, 1918 in Lehi, Utah to Dilbert Ray and Susie Kirkham Allred. He married Viola May Blunck on September 29, 1942 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He worked and endured to the end and his family was blessed by his determination and commitment to be there for them as long as possible. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in various capacities over the years. He served a mission to the north western states. He loved to cheer for the Utes and later in his life he loved to golf and was involved in a bowling league right up to his passing away. Ernest is survived by his children: Patricia Bowser, Melvin L. (Joan) Allred, Weston Ray (Michelle) Allred, Elaine Burgess and Karen (Greg) Gorzitze, all residing in the Salt Lake valley. Survived also by 22 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, brother Milan, and wife Viola of 58 years. The family expresses deep gratitude to Gritton & Associates and their employees for allowing Ernie to work and associate with them through the last days of his life. Special thanks to the staff at St. Marks critical care unit for their skillful care and attention to his needs and wishes. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 12 noon in the East Mill Creek Stake Center (3103 E. 3600 S. Salt Lake City, UT.) Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary (255 So. 200 E., Salt Lake Lake) and Saturday from 10:45-11:45 a.m. at the Stake Center. Family requests no flowers. Interment, Lehi City Cemetery, Lehi, Utah. Online guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Barclay, David Darrel David Darrel Barclay 1929 ~ 2005 David Darrel Barclay, 76, passed away December 5, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah, due to heart failure. He was born October 30, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Robert and Jane Dougan Barclay. David graduated from West High School. He served an honorable mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain from 1950 -1952. After returning from the mission field, he was drafted into the United States Army. David married Marie Haws, January 19, 1953, and later divorced. They had three sons, David, John and Jim. He followed the upholstery trade for 15 years and then began a long career with the Postal Service as a clerk at the Bountiful City Post Office. He married Virginia Kay Seiter January 12, 1971 and added another son, Bruce. At the age of seven, David learned to play the bagpipes at this grandfather's knee demonstrating a natural ability. He loved playing the bagpipes, it was the light of his life, and passed this heritage on to all of his children, grandchildren and many others. He was a life long member of the Utah Pipe Band. He was instrumental in forming the Utah Scottish Association and served as President and in numerous other leadership positions in this organization. David was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many positions in the Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; his children, David, John (Shelly), Jim, and Bruce (Angela); 18 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Afton Morrill (Duane), and Juanita Martin Wainwright (Bruce). Preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Andrew Barclay. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Orchard 6th Ward Chapel, 3599 South Orchard Drive, Bountiful, Utah. Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and Saturday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Lakeview Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Bird, Pat R. Pat R. Bird "If There Is No Golf In Heaven, I Ain't Going" Pat Rulon Bird, 80, passed away December 6, 2005 in West Valley City, Utah. Pat was born August 4, 1925 in Wattis, Utah to Joseph Rulon and Lucille Dimick Bird, the oldest of three sons. He graduated from American Fork High School then attended BYU. He served in the US Army Air Force during World War II. He worked 31 years for the telephone company before retiring from US West. Married Marna Nusink and she gave us Joanne; later divorced. Married Barbara Charleen Hardman who gave us Rulon, Pattie, Mike and Dan. He loved his wife and family. Pat is survived by his wife, Barbara "Char"; daughter, Joanne; sons: Rulon (Rachel), Mike (Tami), John (Stacy), Dan (Deanna); 22 grandchildren which we are very proud of. Preceded in death by parents; brothers: Monte and Ted; daughter, Pattie whose passing was an unbearable loss to our family. Close friends and family will gather Thursday, December 8, 2005, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road. A graveside service will be held Friday, December 9, 2005, 1:00 p.m. at Valley View Memorial Park, 4400 West 4100 South. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Brimhall, Jeannie Taylor Jeannie Taylor Brimhall 1926 ~ 2005 Jeannie Taylor Brimhall, beloved Mother, Grandmother and friend passed away Friday, December. 2nd. due to injuries suffered in an automotive accident in Portland OR. She was born December. 17, 1926 to Theodore Taylor and Anna Peterson in Provo. She married Karl Brimhall, the love of her life, July 16th, 1948. He preceded her in death in December 2002. She was raised in Provo, Utah and attended BYU. After the war, they moved to California and finally settled in Northridge, CA in 1958. She was a teacher for the Los Angeles School District. Jeannie loved opera, books, roses, Shakespeare, her grandchildren and her dear life long friends. She is survived by her children, Kirk Brimhall of Huntington Beach, CA and Alissa Bustamante of Orlando FL, her Grandchildren, Anna, Eric, Ashley, Danielle and Maura. She will be remembered at a memorial service on Saturday December 17, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Church, 17101 Plummer St., Northridge CA, 91325. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Bringhurst, Elizabeth Stevens "Betty" Elizabeth "Betty" Stevens Bringhurst 1919 ~ 2005 Elizabeth "Betty" Stevens Bringhurst, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2005 at the age of 86. She was born September 1, 1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Eugene R. and Lilly Terry Stevens. Betty was the third of five children. At the age of seven, the family moved to Provo where she attended Maeser School, Farrer Jr. High, and graduated from Provo High in 1937. She married Ned E. Shurtleff and later divorced. Betty worked at Leven's Department Store in Provo. She married Wells Bird Bringhurst on July 25, 1947 in Springville where she lived for 58 years. Betty was a very patriotic person and supporter of veteran's rights. She was a charter member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post 5787 and was still serving as President at the time of her death. Betty was also a member of the Hafen-Dallin Club and enjoyed the Springville Art Gallery. Betty was a member of the LDS Church and a visiting teacher for many years. She was an avid reader, reading two newspapers every day. She enjoyed working in her yard. She was a collector and had many interesting collections. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wells on December 31, 1989; her parents; brothers, Grover and Jay Stevens; sisters, Nell Perry and Deane Reilly; and a great-grandson Tyler. She is survived by her children: Judy (Larry) Carter of Riverton; Terry (Steven) Killpack of Salem; and Steven (Deanna) Bringhurst of St. George; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Donna Stevens. Mother gives a special thanks to her longtime friend Marie Mason. Funeral services will be held at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South in Springville on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 11 a.m. There will be a viewing at the mortuary Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Betty asked that donations be made to Make a Wish Foundation of Utah, 771 E. Winchester, Murray, UT 84107, (801) 262-9474. Condolences may be sent at www.wheelermortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Carter, Marcelle Twitchell (Morby) Marcelle Twitchell (Morby) Carter 1921 ~ 2005 Marcelle passed away peacefully at her home in Lyman, Wyoming, on Dec. 5, 2005 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on February 11, 1921. She was the oldest of nine children born to Franklin Potter Twitchell and Myrtle Bradshaw Twitchell. She grew up on a farm in Lyman and learned at an early age to be a big help on the farm from milking cows to hauling hay. She attended schools in Lyman graduating from Lyman High School in 1939. She then attended Steven Heneger Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. She worked in Evanston for a while where she met and married William Ellsworth Morby (Mc). They were married on October 27, 1941. They were blessed with three children, Mary Lou, William Frank (Bill) and Trudy Faye. They were later divorced. She raised her children alone. She worked for Daynes Music, China Village, ZCMI, Diamond T. Trucking and Utah Power and Light. She retired from Utah Power and Light. She married Merrill Claire Carter in the Salt Lake Temple on September 3, 1971. They had 28 wonderful years together. Marcelle had many talents. She loved music and played the piano and trombone. When she was young she and her sisters sang at many local gatherings. She made many quilts, afghans, and cross stitch pictures for her children and grandchildren. She did some painting. She loved to read and also loved working in her yard. She took great pleasure in her flower beds. She was a member of the LDS Church and served in many different callings throughout her life. She is survived by her children, Mary Lou (Gary) Millburn, of Providence, Utah, William Frank (Shirley) Morby, of Centerville, Utah, Trudy Faye (Jim) Shearer, Blanding, Utah, Jerry (Marilyn) Carter, of St. George, Utah, Rosie Hansen, Salt Lake City, Utah, 22 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters, Valeene Field, of Lyman, WY; Thelma (Dean) Wall, of Mt. View, WY; Rebecca (Joe) Micheli, of Fort Bridger, WY; Duella Rollins, of Orem, Utah; Jean (Ivan) Bluemel, of Lyman, WY; Ann (Jim) Turner, of Salt Lake City, Utah; and brothers, Jerry (Patty Lynn) Twitchell, of Bountiful, Utah, Rulon (Afton) Twitchell, of North Ogden, Utah. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, grandparents, one grandson and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be conducted at the Lyman Stake Center, 3815 North Highway 414 Urie, Wyoming on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005 at 12 Noon. Viewing will be from 10 a.m. until 11:45 p.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Lyman Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Clark, Debra Burdette Debra Burdette Clark 1962 ~ 2005 Debra Burdette Clark, age 43, passed away peacefully at home in Heber, Utah on November 29, 2005 of cancer. Debbie was born August 6, 1962 to Douglas and Karen Clark Burdette in Salt Lake City, Utah. Debbie graduated from Highland High School and worked in graphic design and was also the night manager at Duke's IGA in Heber City. She was a member of the Church of Scientology and established the first Salt Lake chapter of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights. She served as executive director of the CCHR. She is survived by her loving husband Tim Clark; children Chris Beretta, Adrienne Nakamura, Jason and Danielle Clark, father Douglas Edward Burdette, sister Kathy Burdette, brother Douglas (Keli) Burdette and niece Olivia Burdette. Debbie will be remembered as a loving daughter, sister, mother, wife and friend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Citizens Commission on Human Rights. A memorial service celebrating Debbie's life will be held on December 10, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Congressional Church located at 2150 South Foothill Drive, Salt Lake City. Light refreshments will be served. The family would like to thank Applegate Hospice for their care and devotion during Debbie's illness. Services by SereniCare Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Dietrich, Grace M. Grace M. Dietrich 1919 ~ 2005 Grace M. Dietrich, 86, our loving mother and grandmother, passed away December 6, 2005. She was born November 12, 1919 in Clayton, Wisconsin to Otto and Minnie Sass Pichelman. On May 14, 1938, she married Ewald Dietrich in Clayton, Wisconsin. Grace was a very active member of the Lutheran Church where she played the piano and organ for a number of years. She also enjoyed leading bible study. Her enjoyable hobbies included sewing, quilt making and gardening. Survivors: children, Janice (Harry) Wilson, Port Neches, Texas; Connie (Gary) Jauhola, Sandy, Utah; Rick (Beth) Dietrich, Las Vegas, Nevada; 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; sister, Helen Dietrich, Barron, Wisconsin. Preceded in death by her husband, Ewald Dietrich; daughters, Linda Hartshorn and Peggy Burns; parents, Otto and Minnie Pichelman. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 1815 East 9800 South, Sandy, Utah. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated. Special thanks is extended to the staff at Garden Terrace for their excellent care of mom for the past year and a half. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Ensign, Virginia Evans Virginia Evans Ensign 1918 ~ 2005 Virginia passed from mortality on Dec. 5, 2005 from causes incident to age. She was born Oct. 12, 1918 in Salt Lake City, UT to Oscar Michael Evans and Genevieve Anderson Evans. She graduated from Cyprus High where she was active in dramatics. She attended the University of Utah, majoring in speech and drama and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Virginia married Budd Hunsaker Ensign on July 30, 1940 in Brigham City, Utah, later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She was an active member of the LDS Church where she served in both ward and stake callings. She also was a Hostess at the Church Office Building and a guide at the Church Museum. Virginia was a member of the Classics Club for 50 years. She donated her time to many community service projects including The Mothers March of Dimes, Salt Lake Council PTA and recording for the blind; however her main focus was always her family. She leaves behind four daughters: Ann Michele Castleton, Livermore, CA; Jinny Bolander, Portland, OR; Patricia "Muffet" Vanderlinden, Sandy, UT; and Deborah Roylance (Craig), West Jordan, UT. She has 17 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Budd; her brother Ace and her parents. Services will be held Friday, Dec. 9, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Olympus First Ward, 4100 South Camille Drive (2522 East) where friends may visit from 10:45 to 11:45 prior to services. Interment Mt. View Memorial Estates. Funeral directors Larkin Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Gunn, Edna Elizabeth Brox Ogden Edna Elizabeth Brox Ogden Gunn 1922 ~ 2005 ST. GEORGE, UT - Our beloved mother finally left this world for a better one. She suffered her whole life from Cysteine Kidney disease, but what a life it was. She was born July 4, 1922, in Salina, Utah to George Jacob Brox, Jr., and Rachel Rasmussen. Edna grew up in Marysvale. She married Dale Ross Ogden in the Manti LDS Temple when she was 17. Had three children and then in 1949 the family got little Bill (a Navajo baby). She and Dale worked with the Indian Placement Program in its earliest years. In 1954 the family moved to Southern California and into the Carpet business. She was a beautiful self taught musician and played the piano and organ and had many beautiful choirs. Her commitment to the Gospel and her love for Jesus Christ was her life and her love for her family and services to them. She especially loved beautiful things and nature, Lake Powell was her favorite. She and Dale introduced many to its special places. They retired to St. George in 1983, Dale passed away in 1992. She married Dr. Wallace Gunn in 1993, and they had eight years together. She is survived by her children; Linda (Lowell) Callaway, Steven (Toni), Bill (Marsha); brothers, Rulon (Barbara) Brox and Blaine (Jeanette) Brox; 15 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by husbands Dale and Wally; son John Paul Ogden; grandsons, Bill Ogden, Jr., and Christopher Callaway; granddaughter, Amy Lynn Ogden. Thanks to Dixie Dialysis for helping us to have these four years. In lieu of flowers contributions to Primary Children's Medical Center would be appreciated. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 9, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Southgate LDS Chapel, 3371 Mulberry Dr., St. George, Utah. A visitation will be held Thursday, from 6-8 p.m., at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., and Friday, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., prior to services at the chapel. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 10, at 12 p.m., at the Richfield City Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary 435-673-4221. Condolences may be sent to the family through Metcalf's website at www.metcalfmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Hansen, Norma Norma Hansen 1917 ~ 2005 Norma Dean Cossey Hansen passed away December 4, 2005 in West Valley City. She was born November 29, 1917 in Park City, Utah to William and Delpha Dee Yates Cossey. Norma graduated from Park City High School, and attended LDS Business College. She served a mission to Eastern Canada. Following her mission, while attending a sealing session in the Cardston Temple, she met her eternal companion, Alvin Leo Hansen. They were sealed on December 24, 1943 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they served missions at the Manti Temple Visitor's Center, the Rapid City South Dakota Mission, and for many years as workers in the Manti Temple. He passed away in 1989. Norma served in all organizations of the LDS Church, but her favorite was teaching 11 year-old boys. Over 800 boys learned scouting skills under her guidance. For her efforts she was awarded the Silver Fawn by the Boy Scouts of America. Norma loved her family. Her service to them emulated her service to her Savior. She is survived by her children Necia and Don Christensen, Dean and LaDessa Hansen, Jim and Gail Hansen, Rex and Gloria Hansen, David and Gail Hansen, Don and Liz Hansen, her daughters-in-law Judy Hansen and Paula Hansen, 29 grandchildren and 54 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Jordan North 2nd Ward Chapel, 4270 S. Falcon Street (4145 W), Friday, December 9th at 1:00 P.M. Friends may call one hour before the service and on Thursday, December 8th at Memorial Estates Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Rd., between 6 and 8 P.M, The family wishes to thank her grandchildren Scott and Dana Combs and their children, who lovingly cared for Norma the past two years. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Hutchens, Margaret Louise Wood Harrison Margaret Louise Wood Harrison Hutchens 1921 ~ 2005 Margaret Louise Wood Harrison Hutchens, age 84, passed away Dec. 6, 2006 peacefully at her home with her family around her. She was born to Winfield Scott Wood and Katherine Frances Howes on Jan. 15, 1921 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated from West High School. She married Howard Bissell Harrison on June 9, 1939 in Farmington, Utah and later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple and later divorced. She married Ralph Quinton Hutchens on Dec. 14, 1973. Margaret loved to fish, collect rocks, toll paint and many of her paintings grace the walls of her home. She was a talented seamstress and also enjoyed knitting, crocheting and bead work. She was an excellent cook and her fresh peach pies and hamburger soup after family hayrides were the best. Survived by husband Ralph Quinton Hutchens, daughters: Diane (Alta) Harrison Creasey (Jim), Lorna Margaret Harrison Wilkinson (Don), 25 grandchildren and 51 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her daughter Katherine Louise Harrison Mudd, her husband Dwight and their three children, Robert, Eric and Celeste who died in a plane crash Feb. 19, 1978, great granddaughter Melanie Ann Creasey and her brothers and sisters: Katherine Wood Broadwater, Fred Wood, Daniel Wood, John Wood, Haley Wood, Fillmore, Virginia Wood Carlson and Leonard Wood. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary at 3401 S. Highland Drive. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9-10 at Wasatch Lawn. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 3401 S. Highland Drive. At this time our family would like to give a special thanks to Mom's caregivers, Ofa and Sidney. Oh how Mom loved them: Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Jensen, Twyla Buchanan Twyla Buchanan Jensen 1919 ~ 2005 Gunnison, Utah Twyla Buchanan Jensen, 86, of Gunnison, Utah, passed away December 6, 2005, in Gunnison. She was born October 27, 1919, in Centerfield, Utah, to Raphael and Margarete Braithwaite Buchanan. She married Rignel A Jensen, on June 23, 1939, in the Manti LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on September 5, 1976. Twyla was a member of the LDS church and served as the ward music director for 30 years. She also served an LDS mission for the church in 1988. She is survived by her children R. Lynn (Nancy) Jensen, Centerville; Bette Jean (Reuben) Christenson, Gunnison; Ilene Jensen, Sandy; Kathryn (Randy) Dunkin, Grand Junction, CO; and Wayne (Lori) Jensen, Atmore, AL; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grand-children; brother Ray Buchanan, Casper, WY; and sister-in-law Julia Buchanan, Gunnison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rignel; parents; six brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 12 noon in the Gunnison 5th LDS ward chapel. Friends may call at the ward chapel in Gunnison on Friday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. and again at the ward chapel on Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Centerfield Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Lemperle, John David John David Lemperle 1937 ~ 2005 John David Lemperle, son of Frank and Phyllis Lemperle (deceased), passed away peacefully of ALS on Dec 5, 2005 in Layton Utah. Born Dec 3 1937 Salt Lake City, UT, John is survived by his wife Judith Smith Lemperle, married Apr 5, 1961 in the SLC Temple, his children Lori Lemperle (Lester) Countryman, Lani Lemperle (Alfredo) Diez, Lynae Lemperle (Raymond) Mesaris, David J. (Karen) Lemperle, Cristy N. Lemperle, Michael J. Lemperle, and Andrew J. Lemperle, his brother Alvin F. Lemperle and sister-in-law Beverly Lemperle, mother-in-law Evelyn Smith (wife of Richard K. Smith - deceased), sisters-in-law Bobbie (Dale) Tippets, Patti (Dale) Hall, and his 13 grandchildren. He attended West High in SLC, U of U/Bachelor's degree, ISU/Master's degree, and NYU/Doctorate degree. An Eagle Scout award recipient, John also held the 1956 HS Javelin World Record, 4 time N. American Triathlon Champion and served a LDS mission to Hawaii (1957-1959). He served in the UT National Guard and Army. He was a teacher and a professor at USMA at West Point. Throughout his entire life he served, loved and taught others. In his latest challenge with ALS, John continued to serve and inspire others. No matter where you are, we will always feel you near. And in our heart of hearts, we will always hold you dear. A viewing will be held on Thursday, Dec 8, 6pm-8pm and again on Friday, Dec 9, 9:45am-10:45am. Funeral services will follow at 11am. All these services will be held at the Windsor Meadows Chapel, 2800 W. Gordon Ave., Layton, UT. The interment will be at Redwood Memorial Estates, 6500 S. Redwood Road, SLC, UT at 1pm. Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Lewis, Franklin Lyman Franklin Lyman Lewis 1918 ~ 2005 Franklin Lyman Lewis, age 87, died peacefully Dec. 1, 2005 of cancer. He was born July 10, 1918 in Jamesville, Wisconsin to Franklin Fillmore Lewis and Cynthia Meyer Lewis. Graduated from Webster Groves High School in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended M.I.T. University for one year on a St. Louis Alumni Scholarship and returned to graduate from Washington University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. He later returned to school and received a Masters Degree from the University of New Hampshire in Chemistry. He was a 4 1/2 year veteran of World War II and served in the 459th Bomb Group, the 15th Air force in the United States and Italy. He married Vilma Towler Miller October 4, 1943 in Tucson, Arizona. After the war they lived in Webster Groves, Missouri where he worked at Tums and Monsanto Chemical Company. They later moved to Salt Lake City where he was employed by Vitro and Hercules. After receiving his Masters Degree he began teaching high school chemistry and physics at East High, Roy High and Rowland-Hall. He was a member of the National Ski Patrol and Park City Ski Patrol for several years. They retired in Park City, Utah to be close to the mountains that he loved. He was an active member of the Wasatch Mountain Club and Bonneville Biking Club. Being an avid biker, he enjoyed many international biking trips. He loved to sing and was a member of the Beehive Statesman Barbershop Choir for several years. He was active in Scouting, Indian Guides and loved hiking, fishing, hunting and skiing with the family. Lyman and his wife loved to travel and go sightseeing, hiking and biking overseas and all over the U.S. He was a member of the Bountiful Community Church. Lyman is survived by his wife, Vilma, his children Franklin L. Lewis, Jr. (Theresa) Cindy Lewis Olpin (Scott), 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, brother (Arnold), sisters (Florence Ruth and Katherine Seigmund). Funeral Services will be held Sat. December 10, 2005 12:00 Noon, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary. Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. and 1 hour prior at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary 3401 S. Highland Dr. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Parker and his associates for their kind and professional care during Lyman's illness. Also, Gwen Mitchell and Shelly Call for their help and care. Ann and Lloyd Glaus and Darlene and Warren Phillips from the church for their kindness. In lieu of flowers please make donation to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Published in the Deseret News from 12/4/2005 - 12/9/2005. Marshall, Kathryn Kathryn Marshall 1915 ~ 2005 It is with great honor and pride that we celebrate the life of Mary Kathryn Harris Marshall. The world has been a better place these past 90 years with "Kay" acting as mother, sister, daughter, caregiver, and friend. Arrangements are under the direction of Summers Funeral Homes, Ustick Chapel in Meridian, Idaho. Mom died December 2, 2005, in Boise, Idaho. She was born August 2, 1915 to John Pitney and Marie Helen (Duffy) Harris, Jr. In Manhattan, NY. After earning her degree as a registered nurse from Presbyterian Training Center, Chicago, in 1936, she married Dr. John S. Marshall on June 15, 1940. They returned to his hometown of Salt Lake City in 1949 where she began a career of service to others. Her nursing profession in Salt Lake City included many years working for Drs Richard Morris and Leonard Swinyer, where she retired in 1987 at the age of 72. She was absolutely dedicated to her professions and the patients she served in 45+ years of nursing service. Her life of service to others continued after her retirement, assisting for many years at the Sarah Daft Home in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was also an avid member of Chapter O of P.E.O. since 1957, loving dearly the many wonderful friends she made in that organization. She was preceded in death by both parents, and her former husband, John Marshall, who died April 6, 1992. She is survived by her children Stuart (Connie) Marshall of Boise, ID; John (Cindy) Marshall of Big Spring, TX; grandchildren: Kristen Marshall, London, England; Zac (Vanessa) Marshall, Salt Lake City, UT; and Taylor Marshall, Boise, ID. (all who knew her as "Cassie"), her sister Margaret Fitzsimmons of Mineral Point, Wisconsin; and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service is being planned for the spring of 2006 in Salt Lake City, her home for over 50 years. In lieu of flowers, Kay would be happy to have you send any donations to the support of the Sarah Daft Home, 737 S. 1300 E, Salt Lake City, Utah 84102. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. McLain, Ann Ellen Seerup Ann Ellen Seerup McLain 1947 ~ 2005 Ann was received into the arms of our Heavenly Father December 4, 2005. As Jesus Christ guided her way in life, we are certain that Jesus guided her home. She was born August 27, 1947 in Helena, MT as the third child of Ray and Rose Seerup. She was the family's sprite. She attended grade school in Missoula and Hamilton, MT and high school in Bozeman, MT and Murray, UT. She was a dreamy, carefree child. She completed three years toward a degree in nursing at the University of Utah. Ann earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Utah. Ann and John McLain were married in 1970. Ann worked with her husband, John, at whatever endeavor he undertook. John taught Ann how to cook, about his philosophy, how to repair trucks and how to drive his semi, the Golden Clipper. Ann felt free on the open road. Daughter Jerel was born in 1974. She was a precious jewel for ever-so-proud parents. Daughter Rosalee was born in 1979 with severe health problems, but Ann's love got her through the difficult years. Ann always said that her love for her girls gave her the strength to do whatever was necessary. Life with John was short as cancer took him from the family he loved in 1982. Ann gathered all her determination and courage around her and forged ahead on her own to be the best mother she could. Salt Lake City was Ann's home. It was there that she rebuilt her life and spread love out to her many patients in the nursing homes and Home Health. Ann moved from Salt Lake City to Ogden in 2005 in order to spend time with her grandchildren and to give them her love. All the time she was not working was spent with Danny and Ariana introducing them to all the places and things she valued. Cottonwood Canyon and the many canyons in the Wasatch Range held her spellbound with their beauty. She drove to the Trappist Monastery in Huntsville to bring her peace and to recharge her soul. Ann had a very special and personal relationship with Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father. Her Bible was read over and over. Each day of her life was lived as the Bible directed her. We know she is wrapped in God's arms to receive his eternal love and grace. Ann was preceded in death by her father Ray Seerup and husband John McLain. She is survived by her daughter Jerel (Mitch) and grandchildren Daniel and Ariana in Ogden, daughter Rosalee (Alan) of Salt Lake City, mother Rose in Missoula, MT, sisters Judy of Missoula, Rita (Mert) in Lolo, MT and brother Ray (Marilyn) in Salt Lake City and numerous nieces and nephews. Ann will be greatly missed and forever loved by her family and friends. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Starks Funeral Parlor in Salt Lake City. Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Patrick Elliott at Holy Family Church, 1100 East 5550 South, in South Ogden on Saturday, December 10 at 11:00 am "Blessed are they who walk in love - they also walk with God above." Helen Steiner Rice. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. McQuiston, Harry Harry McQuiston "Sparky" Harry McQuiston was born Feb 9, 1920 in Salt Lake City to Irvine Homer McQuiston and Bertha Van Leeuwen. He was previously married to Lois Catherine Hofeling, later divorced. He married Ruby Rose Phelps Nov. 25, 1946. Mom passed away leaving Dad March 3, 2002. Dad served in the Navy during World War II on the W. T. Bittle transport ship where he received two bronze stars. He worked for Kennecott Copper Smelter for 43 years. He was a very giving person and loved to tease. Harry is survived by his children: Kathy Foster, Harry (Randi) McQuiston, Jacob (Maria) McQuiston, Tim McQuiston, Suzan (Mike) Gallegos, Anita (Richard) Hall, Ron (Terri) McQuiston, June(Robert) O'Neal, Kenneth McQuiston, Nancy (Frank)Lewis, lots of grandchildren and great grandchildren and his loving friend Majel Cliffold. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby McQuiston, Alex Tiev (grandson), and all nine brothers and sisters. Many thanks to the Beehive Home staff and family; they were a wonderful source of caring love. Dad grew to love them all very much and couldn't stand to be away for very long. Thanks to Community Hospice and Dr. Loralee Scott for their help and support. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South in Sandy, Utah. Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday morning from 11 a.m. to noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Miles, Richard S. Richard S. Miles 1914 ~ 2005 Richard Spencer Miles, age 91 passed away peacefully on December 5, 2005. He was born Dec. 14, 1914 in Blackfoot, Idaho. The son of Arthur Fredrick Miles and Zina Mary Miles. He married Grace Ladle on June 29, 1945 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Richard served in the U.S. Army 1941 - 1945, 1st Armored Division in the North African and Italian Campaigns. Upon his return he married Grace (his Chick-a-dee) who waited faithfully for him for four years while he served his country. Richard spent many hours with his sons in the outdoors teaching them respect for God's creations. He loved nature's wonders and working in his garden. He taught his son's to honor their priesthood and give proper respect to the role of womanhood. He was a member of the LDS Church. He faithfully served in many church callings. We love and honor him as a son, a husband, our father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Survived by his sons and their spouses - John and Nanette, Doug and Willy, Jim and Jeannette, also many grand and great-grandchildren, brother, Lowell W. (Nancy) Miles. Preceded in death by his wife, Grace, a son and his wife - Bill and Christine, brother, Fred. Graveside services will be held Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005, 1 p.m. at Elysian Gardens, 1075 E. 4580 So. Friends may call Friday 6 - 8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mort., 4760 So. State St., Murray. In lieu of flowers family suggests donations to the Disabled American Veterans, 273 E. 800 So., Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Nygaard, Myrth Wilkinson Myrth Wilkinson Nygaard 1921 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Myrth Wilkinson Nygaard, passed away December 3, 2005, in Sandy, Utah Born September 16, 1921 in Sigurd, Utah to James Walter Wilkinson and Lousie Bell Sorenson Wilkinson. She grew up and attended school in Salina, Utah from which she had many fond memories. Myrth attended L.D.S. Business College. She became very proficient at typing and machine shorthand. She worked at Hill Air Force Base and later transferred to Spokane, Washington. While there, she met her dear companion. She affectionately called him "R.O." She married Reynold Oswald Nygaard on November 26, 1946 in C'oeur D'Alene, Idaho. They lived in Spokane, Washington for a short time and then moved to Salt Lake City, Utah. Here she taught and raised her two daughters. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her goodness and teachings reach far beyond what she can know. Her thoughts and hopes extend to Brazil, Taiwan, and Sweden where she has sent her grandsons on missions. Survived by her two daughters: Margaret Louise "Peggy" Wood (Ken) Sandy, Utah; and Raelyn Merrell (Chad) Tremonton, Utah; 10 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by her sister and dear friend, Norma Christiansen of Mesquite, Nevada. Preceded in death by her husband, Reynold, parents, and brother, Steven Wilkinson. Funeral services will be held Saturday December 10, 2:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 So. Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Family and friends may call at the same location one hour prior to services. Interment in Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 12/8/2005. Osborne, Susan Ann Smith Susan Ann Smith Osborne 1942 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Susan Ann Smith Osborne, Salt Lake City, died December 2, 2005 at home surrounded by her family and friends, after a courageous, four-year-long battle with cancer. Susan was born October 8, 1942, in Salt Lake City to Royal Milton Smith and Hazel Ruby Warburton Smith. Susan spent her early years in Salt Lake City, Elko, and Moab. She married her loving husband, Phillip Eugene Osborne, whom she had met while attending the University of Utah, on October 16, 1963. Phil and "Sparrow" moved the next day to the Bay Area, where Susan subsequently graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.S. degree in Office Administration and a minor in Accounting. After living in San Francisco and the Bay area for nearly a decade, Susan, Phil and their children returned permanently to Salt Lake City. On April 30, 1985, Susan and Phil were married in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and sealed for time and all eternity with their three children. Her Mormon faith was a cornerstone in her life, and she enjoyed serving in the Primary, Sunday School, and Young Women's Association. Susan excelled in numerous vocations - as real estate agent, librarian, legal secretary, and most certainly as wife and mother. She retired from the Granite School District in 2004 after a very successful and enjoyable 20-year career. Her last position at the district was as the Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent of School Services. Susan's wide circle of friends included neighbors, associates from work (especially her two traveling buddies, Karen Westover and Linda Frank, who along with Susan were nicknamed the "Three Gypsies"), and three life-long friends she met while growing up in Moab, Nancy Melich, Karen Ellison and Annette Mestas, who forever will be known as the "Moab Gang." Susan enjoyed cooking, sewing, hiking, swimming, and traveling. Her love of travel was kindled during the summer of 1958 when her Girl Scout Troop #1, under the guidance of leader Dorie Melich, traveled by chartered bus from Moab to Mexico. Since then, Susan (the "family travel agent") has traveled with her family and friends to many places - her most favorite places being in Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Mexico, Montana, New York, and Oregon. Susan, or "Grandma Susie," deeply treasured her grandchildren, Milo, Max, Levi, and Emma. She also enjoyed summers spent with her family, friends, and relatives at the "Osborne Country Inn" in the mountains above Heber. Preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. Survived by her eternal companion and loving husband, Phil; her beloved daughter, Stacey Ann Osborne Romney; her devoted sons, Michael Troy Osborne and Matthew Lewis Osborne; her cherished daughter-in-law, Claire Marie Wilstead Osborne; her terrific son-in-law, Peter Steele Romney; her adored grandchildren, Nicholas Milo Romney, Maxwell Isaac Romney, Levi Alexander Romney, and Emma Claire Osborne; her brothers, Milton Heber Smith and Ronald Warburton Smith; her sisters, Connie Smith Baty, Launa Thomas, and Ernestine Thomas; her cruise partners and sisters-in-law Patricia Osborne Birkinshaw and Lois Osborne Baxter, as well as Aunt Josie Smith, Uncle Ray Clark, Uncle Ken Warburton, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. "For Death is no more than a turning of us over from time, to eternity." - William Penn. The family would like to thank Jan Ryan, RN, Lori Walker, RN, Jayne Dougherty, CNA, Dr. Jane MacPherson, Medical Director and the rest of the IHC Hospice Team for helping Susan's last four weeks here on earth be so special to her and her family. We would also like to thank Susan's many friends and relatives, who have served as care givers the past four years by taking Susan to her many chemotherapy and radiation appointments; plus bringing meals, praying, and sharing their time with her. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. View Memorial Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South. A viewing will be held Friday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the mortuary and one hour prior to services on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to "Livestrong - The Lance Armstrong Cancer Foundation," P.O. Box 130819, Houston, TX. 77219-0819, and/or "IHC Hospice," 2250 S. 1300 W., Salt Lake City, UT. 84119. Published in the Deseret News from 12/4/2005 - 12/8/2005. Plebanik, Halina Halina Plebanik "Will be missed" Halina Jadwiga Plebanik passed away of a sudden illness at her home in Salt Lake City on Dec. 6, 2005. Born Halina Adamowska on March 20, 1952 in Czestochowa, Poland, she married Henryk Plebanik on October 28, 1971. They had two daughters Aneta and Monika, before settling in the United States in 1987. The Plebanik family lived in Pennsylvania and Sacramento, CA. before moving to Salt Lake in 1996. Halina is survived by her husband Henryk; daughters; Monika of Salt Lake and Aneta (Waldemar) Stachniuk of Sacramento, CA. Grandchildren Nicole, William and Grace Maria Stachniuk. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 1:30 p.m. at The Cathedral Of The Madeleine 309 East South Temple. A Vigil Service will be held Friday 7 p.m. at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary 372 East 100 So. where friends may call from 6-7 p.m. Halina was a loving and kind woman who will be greatly missed by her family and many friends, including the residents of Donnor Place. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Price, Leslie William Leslie William Price 1911 ~ 2005 Leslie William Price, 94, passed away peacefully in his sleep, December 2, 2005 leaving behind a large and loving posterity. He was born August 26, 1911 in West Jordan, Utah to Roy Leslie and Edith Ellen Steadman Price. He married Hazel Sheppick on June 21, 1933 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Leslie was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held various callings including High Priest Secretary and Scout Master. He enjoyed working with the youth. He loved the outdoors; a farmer for most of his life and an avid sportsman. He had a great love for his family and others. He entertained them often with humorous stories and limericks. He had a great sense of humor and a very keen mind. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Hazel; daughters, Marita (Vern) Tripp, Alva (Larry) Brown; a granddaughter, Carrie Ann Price; one brother and four sisters. He is survived by six children: Mary (Scott) Dolder, Glenda (Barry) Tripp, Glen (Bonnie), Price, Ralph (Marilyn) Price, Vern (Catherine) Price, Ken (Debbie) Price; 55 grandchildren, 124 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; one brother and five sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 8, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Jordan River Ridge First Ward Chapel, 10200 South 1300 West, South Jordan. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State Wednesday 6-8 p.m. or Thursday at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, South Jordan City Cemetery. Our heartfelt thanks go to our brothers and sisters, Vern and Catherine Price and Glenda and Barry Tripp for their compassionate and loving care to dad for many years. Thank You, we love you. Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Redenbaugh, Russell Kendall Russell Kendall Redenbaugh 1919 ~ 2005 Beloved and cherished husband, father and grandfather, Russell Kendall Redenbaugh left us on December 5, 2005, five days after his 86th birthday. Born to Russell Craig and Elsie Waterman Redenbaugh, November 30, 1919, he lived his entire life in Salt Lake City. Russ and Martha Janet Garn were married August 1, 1942. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS temple. For 63 years they enjoyed a loving, creative, dynamic union. Russ was educated in the Salt Lake City schools; Irving, South High and the University of Utah. But most of his knowledge came from a challenging life well lived. While still attending the University of Utah he began a career in candy manufacturing. A recruiting and induction specialist during World War II, Russ was one of the first recruiters to enlist women in the Women's Army Corps. Following the war he established Janet Russell Candies in partnership with his wife Janet. Due to their uncompromising work ethic this business prospered for over 60 years until Russ's retirement at age 83. Russ was a renaissance man possessing a keen intellect and impressive range of interests and abilities. A voracious reader he knew something about everything (and if he didn't, he made it up). He loved traveling the world and for a time used his extensive knowledge conducting tours to foreign lands. His analytical, observant mind was continually devising better ways to do things. He used these qualities to contribute to making a better world. His foremost dedication was to his family; his children and grandchildren, the beneficiaries of much attention and tutelage. A young adult convert to the LDS religion, he held numerous leadership positions. Community service was also a priority and as a young man he worked with the Junior Chamber of Commerce; later he served in the Kiwanis Club, as secretary for 15 years and then chapter president. He was a founding member of the Willow Creek Country Club. Russ has gone on to join many loved ones including his son, David Craig Redenbaugh. Among those holding him in cherished memory are his wife, Janet; son, Russell Garn Redenbaugh and his children, David H. Redenbaugh, (wife, Danielle and daughter, Isabel), Allie Redenbaugh, and Jamie Redenbaugh; daughter, Jan Magdalen, and her children, James E. Magleby, (wife, Tory, and children Rainey, Austin and Zoey), Robert L. Magleby, (wife, Jessica), and Timothy D. Magleby; daughter, Martha R. Maidana, son, Nicholas D. Maidana. Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 9, 2005, at 12 Noon at the Emigration 6th Ward, 589 E. 18th Avenue (off Hilltop Dr.). Family and friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, and at the ward Friday from 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Rimal, Mele Lili Mateaki Mele Lili Mateaki Rimal "Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Friend" Mele Lili Mateaki Rimal was born Dec. 6, 1963 in Ha"akame Tonga. She died peacefully in her home on Friday, December 2nd. Mele grew up in Laie, Hawaii and was a proud graduate of Kahuku High School. She attended BYU Hawaii before she married Sarat Kumar Rimal. Mele and her family lived in Oklahoma for a few years, but have made Utah their home for the last 15 years. Mele lived a life of service, serving in many positions in the LDS church and in serving her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Sarat Rimal, her five children, Nakita, Sarat Jr., Shishir Mosaia, Staish 'Inoke, and Sabin Sione, her parents, 'Inoke and Malia Funaki of Laie, Hawaii; her father, Kingi Mosaia Mateaki of Orem, Utah; her sisters, Annie Mateaki of Orem, Utah; Tilila Paongo of Lehi, Utah; Noelani Green, Lupe Piena, and Lesina Funaki of Laie, Hawaii; her brothers, Kolo, Vai and 'Inoke Funaki, Jr. of Laie, Hawaii; and many other family members and friends who were blessed by her love and friendship. Mele's family would like to thank the members of the Welby 2nd ward LDS church, the staff of 1st Choice Home Health & Hospice and the many friends and family who gave service to their family during her illness. A wake will be held for family and friends on Friday, December 9th at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Pkway (10600 So.) from 7-10 p.m. Funeral Services will be on December 10th at the Welby 2nd Ward Chapel, 9376 So. 4000 W. Viewing will be from 9-10:30 a.m. and the service will be from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. She will be interred at the Redwood Memorial Estates. Published in the Deseret News from 12/4/2005 - 12/8/2005. Robertson, Lilliemae Carlton Lilliemae Carlton Robertson 1920 ~ 2005 Lilliemae Carlton Robertson, 85, of Salt Lake City returned home to her Heavenly Father on Friday, December 2, 2005 in Salt Lake City. She was born October 6, 1920 in the Mormon Colonies in Pacheco Chihuahua Mexico, the ninth of 11 children, to Lehi and Julia Rowley Carlton. She married Richard Miller and was later divorced. She married Glen H. Robertson on February 12, 1969. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Glen passed away in 1977. Lilliemae grew up in Utah County and graduated from Provo High School. Following high school, she graduated from cosmetology school and worked as a beautician for several years. She lived in California, Oregon, and returned to Utah where she worked for the Deseret News as a staff writer in the Society Section of the paper. Her hobbies included painting, knitting, and making beautiful ceramic pieces with hand-laced work. Lilliemae loved traveling, camping and enjoyed making dutch-oven meals for family and friends. She is survived by four sisters-in-law: Hazel Carlton, Lehi; Lois Carlton, Odgen; Rea Carlton, Alpine, Betty Carlton, Magna; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters and seven brothers. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 9, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary and on Friday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinfamilymortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Romney, Clark Clark Romney 3/10/24 ~ 12/7/05 Clark passed away at home on December 7th, 2005. He was born March 10th, 1924 to Jane and Clark Romney in Salt Lake City, Utah. He attended South High School and the University of Utah. He married the love of his life, Gloria "Red" Norris on October 5th, 1943 in Salt Lake City. He went to work for Christensen Diamond Products at the age of 15 and was employed there for over 50 years. As Vice President of Production for Christensen Diamond, Clark was able to travel all over the world and had an uncanny way of making many wonderful friends wherever he went. Clark was an avid golfer and belonged to the "gruesomes" at Hidden Valley Country Club. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed by every single life he touched. He's survived by his wife, Gloria, daughters, Linda (Gary) Green, Sue Madsen, and Christie (Allen) Saunders, five granddaughters, and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be held Monday, December 12th at 12:00 noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South, with a visitation from 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. The family would like to thank the caregivers at CareSource Hospice. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Ruflin, Blanche N. Blanche N. Ruflin "Bee" 1912 ~ 2005 Blanche Nelson Ruflin, passed away in Bountiful on December 7, 2005. She was 93 years-old. Blanche was born September 20, 1912 in Woods Cross, Utah, to Laurence Nels and Ellen Blanche Hatch Nelson. Blanche graduated from Davis High School in 1930 and went on to graduate from LDS Business School. She married Otto Ruflin on June 2, 1938, in the Salt Lake Temple. Blanche was an active member of the LDS Church and served in numerous callings including Relief Society President. Otto and Blanche had a wonderful life together. Otto owned and operated his own business, Ruflin Neon Sign Company. Blanche assisted him in all their business ventures. They loved to travel. She always enjoyed cooking and learned culinary skills from her mother and aunts. Anyone who had dined at her table could attest to her great cooking reputation. Blanche was proud of her pioneer heritage and was a member of the Daughter of the Utah Pioneers for more than 50 years. Blanche had a deep love for her family. She is survived by her children Blanche Nelson (Kelly), and Robert Alan Ruflin. She adored her five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband Otto and two infant sons. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 10th, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah. Viewing from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. prior to services.. Interment in the Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Saetrum, Bjorn Bjorn Saetrum 1916 ~ 2005 Bjorn Saetrum, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and faithful servant of our Heavenly Father, died peacefully in his sleep on December 7, 2005, incident to age. Born July 12, 1916 in Bergen, Norway to Johann and Aagot Saetrum. He was the only son and had three sisters. He married Ragna Georga Rassmussen on June 30, 1945 in Bergen, Norway, later the marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. In his youth he was an avid skier and ski jumper along with being a soccer champion and track star. He served in the Norwegian Army. Anyone who ever had the opportunity to sit down and talk with him would sit for hours as he told stories of his childhood and his experiences during the war and growing up in a foreign land as a member of the Mormon church. Bjorn was educated at the Bergen Technical Institute with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He designed ships and was a shipyard inspector in Bergen and was forced to build ships for the Germans during their occupation of Norway. He met his sweet wife while ice-skating on Solveigs Lake, but had to wait six years to marry his sweetheart, Ragna, after the war. He brought his family to America in 1948 to start a new life, a life where his children could enjoy the blessing of growing up in the Mormon faith easier than he had. He started over in his career and worked his way up. He worked for the Lang Co., and Titan Steel and helped found Simpson Steel, where he served as president for many years. His genius was estimating. He worked until he was 75. He had a great love for his family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He was LDS and held many positions in the Browning Ward and the Holladay 12th Ward, as well as the Mt. Olympus Stake. He was an active High Priest. He was accurate to the penny in his 20 years as being a clerk. He also enjoyed serving for two years as a stake missionary and later he served for two years as an extraction missionary with his wife. He loved BYU football. He was a quiet man who taught by example and had a great sense of humor. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren. His granddaughters Lisa and Shannon each took two years to take care of their grandmother and grandfather. He loved America, but never forgot his native land of Norway. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Ragna; two sisters and two brothers-in-law. A sister and a brother-in-law are still living. He deeply loved his long time home teachers who visited him diligently. He was also thankful for many good bishops and long time friends of his home ward. The family would also like to thank the caregivers at Care Source Hospice. Survived by daughters Margaret (Gordon) Kimball, Sandra (Reed) Rowland; sons Brent (Susan) Saetrum, Rodney (Kerry) Saetrum; 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral Saturday, December 10, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. in the Mt. Olympus North Stake Center, 4176 So. Adonis Drive (3950 E.), where friends may call between 12:00 and 12:45 p.m. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Funeral directors, Larkin Mortuary. God be with us until we meet again. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Shank, David W. David W. Shank 1940 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, David Wallace Shank, passed away December 2, 2005 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 21, 1940 in Springfield, IL to Richard and Edna Shank. He married Sheri Atherley October 9, 1968 in Vernal, Utah. Dave was a member of the Methodist Church. He worked for North West Pipeline for the past 37 years, and his work as an appraiser was published in numerous books and universities. He loved to golf and enjoyed bowling, vacationing, teasing Sheri, boating, relaxing at the "Patch", and driving his tractor. He was the rock and stabling force for his immediate and extended families. His wonderful sense of humor will be dearly missed. Survived by his wife, Sheri; children, Brandi (Kirk) Bengtzen, Britt (Scott Mortensen) McCarty, CeLee Riches, and April (Kirk) Jackson; sister, Sharon Shore; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three cats and three dogs he loved dearly. The family would like to express their gratitude to the Huntsman Cancer Institute staff; especially, Dr. Glenn, Dr. Gilbert, Dr. Peterson, Dr. Kushner; the nurses, Ladee at the University, Gigi, the two Debbies, Sasha, Shay, and Sarah; and a special thanks to Director Ben Tanner. An open house will be held between 2-4 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2005 at the home of Brandi and Kirk Bengtzen, 1785 East Maple Hills Dr. (2200 South) in Bountiful. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Dave's name to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Condolences may be sent a www.peelfuneralhome.com. Published in the Deseret News from 12/6/2005 - 12/8/2005. Smith, Sharen Hirschi Sharen Hirschi Smith 1939 ~ 2005 Sharen Hirschi Smith, age 66, passed away December 6, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah, surrounded by loving family. She was born April 6, 1939 to Lewis Edwin and Winona Buxton Hirschi in Preston, Idaho. She married Kenneth Wayne Smith on July 31, 1958 in the Logan LDS Temple. Throughout her life Sharen devoted herself to her family and church. She gave generously to others and shared her keen artistic sense to beautify the world and serve others. Everything she did was with one hundred percent commitment and an eye centered toward perfection. Sharen is survived by her husband, K. Wayne Smith, children Lisa and Nathan Hodson, Steven and Shannon Smith, Sherry and Matthew Hardy, and Michael and Stephanie Smith. She is also survived by grandchildren Melissa, Jessica, Aimee, Taylor and Michael Hodson; Spencer, Erica, Brandon, Jacob, and Weston Smith; Connor, Tage, Miah, and Xander Hardy; and Maysen, Stockton, and Jorja Smith. Sharen also leaves her brothers and sisters Mona and George Clark, Jay and Alyce Hirschi, and Marveen and Carter Dickey. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 9, 2005 at 12 noon at Dimple Dell Park Ward, 9880 South 3100 East. Friends may call Thursday December 8 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South and Friday one hour prior to the services at the ward. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 12/7/2005 - 12/8/2005. Swanwick, Jessie Rogers Jessie Rogers Swanwick "Jess" Jessie Penrose Bradford Rogers Swanwick passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005. Born July 29, 1909 in Salt Lake City, to Charles Raymond Bradford and Sarah Vida Jones. She married Denton Spencer Rogers in the Salt Lake Temple June 12, 1930; Denton passed away July 28, 1969. She later married John Thomas Swanwick in 1972; he passed away in 1995. Jessie is survived by five children: Jessie Jean Haight (J Golden), Janet Rich, Alan Denton Rogers (Kim), Gregory Jay Rogers, and Terry Young Rogers (Jill); 27 grandchildren, 95 great-grandchildren, many great-great-grandchildren, sister, Margaret Spencer and brother, Ted Bradford. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 10, at 12:00 Noon in the Larkin Mortuary Chapel, 260 East South Temple; where friends may call from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005. Zenger, Shirley Means Shirley Means Zenger 1931 ~ 2005 A very special spirit returned to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, December 6, 2005, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous fight with cancer. Shirley Ann Means Zenger was born January 29, 1931 in Los Angeles, California to Royal Webster Means and Lillian Livingston Means. Shirley graduated from West High School and married Kenneth Don Zenger on March 5, 1950 in the Salt Lake Temple. Shirley devoted her entire life and energy to her children and grandchildren, and her life was a true and classic example of a mother's deep, unwavering love. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren adored her warmth and loved her grilled cheese sandwiches and waffles, which she made, on request, hundreds of times. Shirley established many family traditions. One of her favorites was visiting the Temple grounds every Easter for family pictures. Christmas Eve was also very special, thanks to her warm-hearted festive love. She was a shopaholic when it came to her grandchildren and never failed to find some Christmas trinket every year to bring the joy of Christmas to a new level! Her home in Holladay was and will continue to always be open. Home was the center of family activities, especially the Sunday dinners when everyone showed up, including all of her children and their spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even their closest friends. Shirley welcomed everyone with open arms and acceptance. Shirley's generosity and kindness to all will be a legend forever. Besides serving her family, travels to Hawaii were one of her great sources of pleasure and enjoyment. In addition, her visits to Europe and cruise trips left her with many memories that she often recalled with pleasure. Shirley had a talent for making friends and giving a sense of comfort to those in her presence. Besides caring for her family, she would often take care of others in need, including people who were complete strangers. She regularly visited thrift and bargain stores to obtain shoes, clothing, and coats, which she distributed to needy children at various schools in the Salt Lake Valley. Compassion cannot even begin to describe the level of service and caring of this amazing woman. Everyone who met Shirley loved her warm smile and her easy conversational manner. Even in the latter stages of her battle with cancer, Shirley made a point to make it to her early morning swim session at the Holladay Lion's Club. Her friends at the swimming pool were captivated by her warmth and concern for every one of them--although her condition was much worse than most others that came each morning. Shirley so loved flowers, especially red roses! She took great care and concern in her gardening to ensure that the flowers had more than sufficient water. Her almost personal relationship with flowers was of a childlike nature. She had an awe and respect for the beautiful earth upon which she lived. She was the anchor of her family. Shirley so loved life; she was truly an angel on this earth. Shirley was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Shirley is survived by her loving husband Ken, and nine of her 10 children whom she continually had a mother-to-child relationship with: Greg, Lana Jeremy, Kim Mark (Jaime), Diane (Frank) Moffat, Merrilee (Clay) Wilson, Darrin (Katie), Jill (Bruce) Dalebout, Shauna (Christopher) Quick, Justin (Libbie), and her beloved daughter-in-law, Joni. Shirley is preceded in her death by the passing of her most loving and handsome son, Kevin, in 1978. She is also survived by 32 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. We will deeply miss her love and devotion. The family would like to extend a special thanks to everyone who assisted Shirley with her care and treatment. A viewing is scheduled on Friday, December 9, 2005 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Drive and one hour prior to services on Saturday. Services are scheduled at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2005 at the Holladay 11th Ward, 2065 East 4675 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84117. Interment - Wasatch Lawn, 3401 South Highland Drive. We would like to give a tribute to our father/grandfather who so kindly cared for his "little flower Shirley Ann" during her five-year struggle with cancer. Ken was always by her side until the very end and could not have been a more devoted husband. Love, your children and grandchildren. Published in the Deseret News from 12/8/2005 - 12/9/2005.