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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.

Bagley, Connie Jean           
Connie Jean Bagley 1937 ~ 2005 Connie was called home and reunited with her
parents, many friends and relatives Thursday Dec. 8, 2005. Connie was born May
31, 1937 in Salt Lake City to Ray and Maurine Bagley. Connie was a wonderful
daughter, sister, mother figure and friend. She will be missed by those left
behind. Connie is the second of four children. She is preceded in death by her
father, mother and many loving aunts, uncles and a nephew. She is survived by
her two brothers, Bill (Kathy), Ray (Diane), sister, Bonnie and many nieces
and nephews. Connie graduated from Granite High School in 1955. She worked as
a nurses aid in a private nursing home for two years then went to work for
Valley Bank and Trust in 1957 where she worked for 35 years. She attained the
title of Assistant Vice President in a time when there were few women with
titles. She was proud of her title and loved her job. She was one of the last
employees to leave as they closed down the operations center with the Bank One
merger. She worked and retired from First Security Bank in 1998. She had a
great love of her family and friends and enjoyed being around them until
Alzheimer's took away the pleasure of being with them. She was always busy
with crafts and making beautiful crocheted afghans and baby items. She
continued to stitch right up the final two weeks of her life. She was an
inspiration to her younger sister whom she raised and provided love and
shelter to for 54 years. She will be missed tremendously. The family wants to
extend gratitude to the multitude of people that have provided care for Connie
over the past four years, Rocky Mountain Care and Rocky Mountain Hospice have
been invaluable in their assistance and loving care. Salt Lake Aging services
and Judy for two years of respite care and St. Joseph Day Care where Connie
loved to go each day to spend time with her new friends and the children.
Services will be Sat. Dec. 10th, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens
Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Butters, Hal R.          
IN LOVING MEMORY Hal R. Butters 1/16/29 ~ 6/9/05 God saw you were getting
tired, And a cure was not to be, So He put his arms around you, And whispered,
"Come to Me." With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, And saw you fade away,
Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. A golden heart
stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to
us, He only takes the best. We love you Dad! Life's just not the same without
you. If we could build a stairway to heaven, we would bring you back to us. We
miss you so much. Love Dana, Mark Ashton and Kelsey
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Elbel, Robert Edwin           
Robert Edwin Elbel 1925 ~ 2005 Robert Edwin Elbel passed away on December 1,
2005 in Salt Lake City, UT, at the age of 80. He was born on July 8, 1925 in
Hannibal, MO, to Edwin and Nora Elbel. He married Lyda Louise Harris in 1960;
they were married for 45 years. Survivors include his wife (Lyda), daughter
(Ruth), sons (Russ, Karl), grandchildren (Zachary, Lucas, Alex, Anthony), and
sister (Joann). He obtained a BA and MA in Entomology from the University of
Kansas, and a PhD in Zoology from the University of Oklahoma. He served in the
Navy, and then worked for the U.S. Civil Service in a variety of Entomology
related positions for 25 years, both in the U.S. and abroad. He spent another
30 years as an Entomology Research Professor in the Biology Department at the
University of Utah. He loved the outdoors, especially camping, backpacking,
and hiking. He taught his children to love and appreciate the outdoors as
well. He also enjoyed insect photography and daily exercise. He was a great
provider for his family, and a great role model. We learned a great deal from
you, and will miss you and think of you always. Services will be held at the
Christ United Methodist Church in Salt Lake City, at 2375 E. 3300 S., on
Sunday, December 11 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate
donations to the Robert Elbel Scholarship. Donations may be made out to the
University of Utah, c/o the Robert Elbel Scholarship, and mailed to the
University of Utah at 540 Arapeen Dr. STE 250, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. The
scholarship will be awarded annually to Biology students - one day, some may
even become Entomologists.

Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Hansen, William Ezra          
William Ezra Hansen 12/6/22 ~ 12/8/05 William Ezra Hansen, 83, passed away in
sleep on December 8, 2005, in Centerville, Utah. He lived with and survived
Diabetes for 63 years. He was born on December 6, 1922, in Claresholm,
Alberta, Canada, to Milton Whitmore and Rhoda Whitehead Hansen. He married
Roma Orton March 31, 1948, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Bill grew up in
Cardston, Alberta, Canada. He loved the outdoors and sports. He earned his
King Scout Award. In high school, he excelled in basketball, boxing, track and
field. His high school basketball team won the Alberta Provincial A
Championship. He also played on the Alberta Normal School basketball team
which won the Northern Alberta championship. He graduated in 1942 from the
Alberta Normal School with a certificate in elementary education. In 1942,
Bill enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and served as pilot and a flying
instructor until the end of the World War II. While in the RCAF, he won the
RCAF Hampton Trophy for outstanding athlete. Following the war, he was
player-coach on Lethbridge Green Acres, a semi-professional basketball team.
His name was entered into the Cardston Athletic Association Hall of Fame. He
earned his Bachelor of Science from BYU in 1948 and his Master of Science from
the University of Utah in 1959. Bill's career as an educator and administrator
spanned 45 years starting in a one-room school in Provost, Alberta, Canada and
ending as Supervisor of Math and Science K-12 in Davis County Utah School
District. His career included assignments in multiple locations including
Lethbridge and Cardston, Canada; Payette, Idaho; Burns, Oregon and Bountiful,
Utah. He retired in 1987 from the Davis School District. Bill was an active
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving faithfully
in many different callings throughout his life including early morning
seminary teacher and a member of the first Bend, Oregon District High Council.
Bill and Roma served a Church Welfare Mission in St. George, Utah from 1996 to
1997. He is survived by his wife Roma; children, John (Terry), Sandy, Utah;
Laura (Bill) Atkin, Kamas, Utah; Ronald (Gaylene), Aurora, Colorado; Kim,
Taylorsville, Utah; Jana (Jonathan) Oomrigar, Aurora, Colorado; and Michael
(Yumi), Centerville, Utah; sister Ann (Gordon) Thibault, Provo, Utah; 20
grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
parents and his brother, Milton Whitehead Hansen. Funeral services will be
held 11 a.m. Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Chase Lane Ward, 1125 No. 400
W., Centerville. Friends may call Sunday, December 11 from 6-8 p.m. at
Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 North 400 East and Monday 9:45-10:45 a.m.
at the church prior to the services. Interment: Cardston, Alberta, Canada on
December 15, 2005.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Harris, Marion Parker         
Marion Parker Harris 100-Years-Old Marion P. Harris,100, born June 30, 1905 in
Salt Lake City, Utah, died Dec 7, 2005 in Tacoma, Washington. She was married
to Franklin H. Harris on June 25, 1930. Marion resided in Tacoma for 70 years.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She
served in many positions in the church, including the following: Relief
Society President, stake missionary, the Young Women's Organization and was a
temple worker for many years. She is survived by her two daughters, Virginia
Graham of University Place, WA and Marjorie (Donald) McLean of Bountiful,
Utah; eleven grandchildren, Kathleen (Jeffrey) Nadeau, Sharon (Ronald) Gese,
Peggy (Steven) Harris, Cynthia (Richard) Stump, Robert (Frances) Graham,
Glorianna Graham, Darrin (Shannon) Graham, Jorie (Dennis) Williams, Cory
(Michelle) Hanks, Troy (Becky) Hanks, Anthony D. (LeAnn) Hanks; and many great
and great-great grandchildren. Graveside services will be at 12:00 noon,
Wednesday, Dec 14, 2005, in the Provo City Cemetery, Provo, Utah. Arrangements
by Berg Mortuary, Provo, Utah, (801) 373-1841.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Hess, Catherine Shirley Thomas          
Catherine Shirley Thomas Hess 1926 ~ 2005 Catherine Shirley Thomas Hess, wife
of Evan Hess, passed away December 4, 2005. She was born August 22, 1926 to
Curtis and Catherine Thomas. Children: Catherine, Curtis, Gwen Alice, Ellen,
Steven, Roger. Viewing will be December 9th from 7 to 9 p.m. at Rogers and
Taylor Funeral Home, 111 N. 100 E., Tremonton. Funeral at 11 a.m. at the
Belmont 1st Ward, 16925 N. 5200 W. West Fielding, with a viewing one hour
prior to funeral. On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.rogersandtaylor.com
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Hess, Janet McLaren           
Janet McLaren Hess "A Lovely Lady in Heart and Soul" 1914 ~ 2005 Janet died at
home in her sleep of congestive heart failure on Dec. 4, one month short of
her 92nd birthday. She was an accomplished musician, wonderful seamstress,
homemaker, and great grandmother. Many remember her poise, graciousness and
natural elegance. She had a heart for people that captured their friendship
and love. Born in Detroit January 1, 1914 of Scottish parents James Henry
Powrie and Christina Ann McLaren, she moved with younger sisters Ellen and
Cora to Los Angeles, California at age 7. A younger brother Charles was born
in California. She married Allan Wilbert Hess in Los Angeles in 1930 and was
blessed with Barbara Ann in 1931 and Virginia Lee in 1941. Barbara (Ernest
Liebhardt) had two children Brent and Janet (Jeff Granum) live in California
with four sons. Virginia (Bruce Boldrin) live in Salt Lake City with three
sons, Ryan, Ethan, Brendan and nine grandchildren. Her 64 year marriage to
Allan ended on earth with his death in 1994. She moved to Salt Lake in 1996 to
live with Virginia and Bruce. Her love of music settled on the Hammond organ.
She was a church organist for 25 years. Janet came to know the Lord Jesus
Christ as her personal Lord and Savior on an Easter Sunday. She is a member of
the Evangelical Free Church of Salt Lake City. A Memorial Service for all will
be held Saturday December 10 at 11 a.m. in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church,
8575 South 700 East, Sandy, UT 84070 The family has requested in lieu of
flowers, that gifts be sent in the name of Janet McLaren Hess to the Rescue
Mission of Salt Lake, 463 So. 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

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.

Krahenbuhl, Jacques Herman         
Jacques "Jack" Herman Krahenbuhl "Big Jack" Beloved father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and uncle, Jack Krahenbuhl, age 72, passed away
peacefully December 6, 2005 at his home in Yuma, AZ. Born July 26, 1933 in
Redondo Beach, CA to Herman and Mary Hafeli Krahenbuhl. Married Jean
Christensen; later divorced. Jack served in the Navy during the Korean War. He
owned and operated Big Valley Plumbing for over 20 years. He loved the
outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping-and especially his family and friends.
His personality and demeanor will be dearly missed. Jack's family loved him so
much, and he was a great friend to so many. Jack's boys are so grateful that
their Dad taught them the value of hard work. As the years went by, the
important things in life became so evident in Jack's life. Even though he
never complained, Jack was a fighter to the end. Survived by four sons: Jack
(Jody), Jim (Kayleen), Jerry (Stacy), and Jordan; 13 grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; sister, Kathy Howard; brothers, Bob and John; many nieces
and nephews. Preceded in death by his sister, Gertrude; brother, Rex.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, December. 10, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. at
Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine Street. Friends and family may call
Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12:00 noon at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State
Street. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Larsen, Lawrence Charles           
Lawrence Charles Larsen 1910 ~ 2005 Dad passed away on December 7, 2005 after
requesting to see the kids. All who were available did so. He is survived by
one son, Perry D. (Elaine) and two daughters, Evelyn (Hyrum D. -deceased) and
Kathleen Buchanan. Preceding him in death are his wife of 60 years, Velma L.
Wilson, two sons, Robert A. and Lawrence O. and one daughter Jean Bacon. He
was the youngest of five children. All preceded him in death. He leaves 47
grandchildren and many great and great-great grandchildren. Funeral services
will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. at the Redwood
Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Rd. A viewing will be held one hour prior
to services. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

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.

Matthews, Milton Paul         
Milton Paul Matthews 1919 ~ 2005 Milton Paul Matthews died Tuesday, December
6, 2005, of causes incident to age. He was born November 2, 1919, in
Grantsville, Utah, to George Morris Matthews and Lucy Ann Sabin Wrathall. He
married Ann Henrichsen December 18, 1943, in the Salt Lake Temple. They had
seven children: Susan Sandberg (Gary), Morris (Patsy), Paul (Charlene),
Julianne Echols (John), William (Sharon), Janet Nelson (Jeff) and Diane Healey
(Patrick). He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan and a grandson,
Joshua; survived by his wife, Ann, six children, 26 grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. Milt was a veteran of World War II, an active member of
the LDS church and served a mission in Argentina from 1940-43. He counted the
surviving Ch s among his best friends. He received academic degrees from the
University of Utah (BA) and New York University (MA and PhD) and was a
professor of Marketing at the University of Utah for over 30 years. He was
noted as a knowledgeable and entertaining teacher. He also taught in Germany,
Spain, England, Hawaii, Burma and Turkey. He was active in real estate
procuring sites for branch banks, developing shopping centers and purchasing
land throughout Utah. Milt set a great example to his posterity of the value
of education and a good work ethic. Family was extremely important to Milt and
he attended countless sporting and artistic events of which his children and
grandchildren were a part. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 on Saturday,
December 10th, at Millcreek Stake Center, 4220 South 420 East, Salt Lake City,
Utah, with a viewing from 11:00 to 12:15. An additional viewing is on Friday
from 6:00 to 8:00 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake
City, Utah. In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to the LDS
Church Perpetual Education Fund or the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund at
www.lds.org\ldsfoundation or a charity of your choice.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

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.

Naegle, George P. "Judd"           
George "Judd" P. Naegle 2/22/1944~12/9/2004 Its been one year since you left
to make your trip to heaven. We all miss you so much, and are all looking
forward to the day we get to see you again. You will always be in our hearts.
One more thing...You know what we Love about you? Ab-so-lute-ly EVERYTHING!
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

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.

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.

Soza, Gledez Marcelina Alfaro           
Gledez Marcelina Alfaro Soza 1928 ~ 2005 Our beautiful, beloved and eternal
mother, wife, grandmother, sister and dear friend Gledez Marcelina Alfaro
Soza, age 76, returned to Heavenly Father on December 6, 2005. She passed away
at the St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. She was born December 23, 1928
in San Juan, Argentina to Artemio Alfaro Alfaro and Marcelina del Carmen Rojas
Tapia. Our sweet mother Gledez, married our father Oscar Fernando Soza Salinas
on September 10, 1960 in Potrerillos, Chile. He later passed away on September
5, 1967. She was later sealed to her sweetheart and her six children: Robert
(Wichita, Kansas); Oscar (Provo, Utah); Sara (Provo, Utah); Alberto (Orem,
Utah); Arturo (Provo, Utah) and Christian (Omaha, Nebraska) in the Salt Lake
Temple on June 25, 1985. She was raised in Chile and at age 23 she came to the
USA to work as a nanny. After living here for four years she returned to Chile
because she missed her mother too much. At age 29 she was given the
opportunity to work as a pediatric nurse. At age 32 she married and became a
full-time mother and wife. She worked from home doing what she did best,
cooking for the miners in town. Our mother was a devoted member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving and loving those around her. Our
mother enjoyed cooking, family history, going to the temple and especially
enjoyed her grandchildren: Christian, Jr., Andrew, Stephanie, Eric,
Christopher, Amy, Deanne, Carlos, Claudia, Alejandro and Oscar. She is
survived by her six children and her four siblings, Walter, Alejandro, Ramona
and Olivia. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother. Our
mother lived and died serving her family, friends and neighbors. We'll love
you and miss you forever, Mom. Funeral services will be held Saturday,
December 10th, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cascade 2nd Ward Chapel, 481 East
Center Street, Orem. Friends may call Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
prior to the funeral services. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery.
Services under the direction of Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary. As a family we would
like to thank all of our friends and the St. Francis Hospital staff for their
outstanding care.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Squires, Nancy Ruth           
Nancy Ruth Squires 1949 ~ 2005 Nancy Ruth Squires was welcomed home on
December 7, 2005 after courageously enduring multiple health issues. Nancy was
born December 8, 1949 in Salt Lake City to Vera L. Anderson and Fred B.
Squires. Nancy received a Masters degree in English Literature from
Westminster College. For years, she used her talents at West Jordan and Copper
Hills High schools, expanding the minds of her students. Aunt Nancy, or Mama
Squires - names her students affectionately gave her - had the remarkable
ability to reach beyond the words on a page, grasping the full meaning and
excitement behind each work of literature she taught. Her students' minds and
lives were enriched as she taught the importance of enjoying, enduring, and
learning from each of life's experiences. Nancy loved her students, and they
truly loved her. Nancy married Layne Mecham in Salt Lake City, Utah. They
later divorced. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, and lived in the Union Fort Third ward. Nancy is survived by her
daughter, Rachel Mecham Luft (Michael), and three beautiful granddaughters,
Rosalind, Olivia, and Abigail. She was preceded in death by her son Jared, her
parents, and her brothers. Family and friends are welcome to offer condolences
at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park on December 9 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral
services will be held on December 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Fort
Third ward building (6710 S. 1300 E.). Family and close friends are welcome to
visit at 10:00 a.m. prior to the services.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

Stocking, Dortha Lynne Gerrard          
Dortha Lynne Gerrard Stocking 1939 ~ 2005 Dortha Lynne Gerrard Stocking, age
66, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, departed from this life after a
courageous battle with cancer of the pancreas and liver, December 2, 2005,
surrounded by family members in her St. George home. Born February 25, 1939 in
Salt Lake City, Utah to Gilbert and Fayette Gerrard, Dortha graduated from
Olympus High School and attended BYU. She married Royal J. Stocking in the
Salt Lake LDS temple on August 14, 1959. Dortha was a talented pianist,
organist, dancer, and artist. She shared her talents by teaching hundreds of
students over the years. She also nurtured a love of music and art within her
family. Dortha and Royal were always chasing a rainbow, which led them on
adventures in England, Mississippi, California, and Oregon before returning to
Utah. She was a consummate homemaker who sacrificed much to provide for her
family. Dortha was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. She served in numerous callings through out the years; Camp
Director, Chorister, Relief Society President, Primary Teacher, Dance Festival
Coordinator, Emergency Preparedness Director, but most loved to share her
talents as Ward Organist. Preceded in death by her parents, Gil and Fay
Gerrard. Survived by her faithful husband, Royal J. Stocking; children, Tracy
(Susan) of Salt Lake City; Joe of Salisbury Center, New York; Sherrie Gerry of
St. George; Jill Adams of St. George; Dan of Al Asad, Iraq; Tricia (Jerome)
Fogle of Brevard, North Carolina, and Jesse of St. George. Also survived by
her brother Jim (Laurie) Gerrard, sister Betty (Jay) Mitchell, 11 grand
children, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the
St. George 3rd Ward, 200 West 500 North, on Saturday, December 10, 2005, 11:00
a.m. Viewings will be held Friday 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Heideman Mortuary, 170
South Mall Drive, St. George, Utah, and 1 hour prior to the service at the
church. Interment will be at the Tonaquint Cemetery in St. George, immediately
following the service, under the direction of Heideman Mortuary. A memorial
service will also be held at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, in Murray on Friday,
December 23 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. The family wishes to give a special thanks
to the caregivers at Rocky Mountain Hospice.
Published in the Deseret News on 12/9/2005.

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.

Wall, LaVon M.           
LaVon M. Wall 1914 ~ 2005 Jane LaVon Morrison Wall passed away on December 5,
2005 at the age of 91 years young. Our much loved mother, grandma (granny) and
friend will be greatly missed. She has gone to another place where she can
play the piano, sing in the choir, play the guitar in the band and continue to
do all of the energetic things that she so loved to do during her life. LaVon
was born in Ashley Ward near Vernal, Utah on February 4, 1914 to Sydney
Charles Morrison and Amanda (Minnie) Adams Morrison. She married her love,
George B. Wall in Vernal, Utah on November 22, 1933. He preceded her in death
in 1998. LaVon worked in Vernal for many years, holding various positions. She
made many lifetime friends during those years. She was involved in many
community and church activities. She was a member of the Historical Society
and Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She worked as a volunteer with the Lung
Association as well as other services. LaVon had a great love of music. She
was also a poet, writer and artist. In their later lives LaVon and George
lived in Coalville and St. George, Utah. LaVon is surivived by daughter
Colleen (Ken) Trone, sons Duayne (Doris) Wall and Douglas (Linda) Wall;
brother Rae (Marianne) Morrison; sister-in-law Shirley Morrison; seven
grandchildren and 4 step-grand children; 21 great-grandchildren; six
great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, friends, and special
life-long friend of both LaVon and George, Loal. Funeral Services will be held
on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 12:00 p.m. at the Valley View Funeral Home
Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah. The family will receive
friends at a viewing from 10:45 until 11:45 a.m. prior to the service on
Saturday Interment: Valley View Memorial Park The family wishes to extend
special thanks and appreciation to the Care Source Hospice, especially
Yolanda, Merilee and Regina. Also many thanks and appreciation to the staff of
the Beehive Home in West Jordan, Ut.
Published in the Deseret News on 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.