OBITS: Deseret News 19 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 Atwater, Bert Bert Atwater 1923 ~ 2005 FARMINGTON - Bert Atwater, 82, died Saturday, December 17, 2005 at Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah of natural causes. He was born April 16, 1923 to Louise Pabst and Bert Atwater, Sr. in Salt Lake City, Utah. He served in the armed forces as a member of the O.S.S. in Washington, D.C. during World War II, after which he attended the University of Utah where he graduated with honors in 1948. He married Ruth Elaine Hay August 24, 1948. He worked for U & I Sugar Company as an agronomist for many years and founded Heritage Furniture Restoration with his son, Jay, in 1979. Bert loved the out of doors and spent many happy hours hunting wild mushrooms. He was very proud of his three children, 13 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his only sister, Majorie Atwater Scalley. He is survived by he wife, Ruth of Farmington; children, Kathryn (Steven) Randall of Layton, Jay (Lorinda) of Fruit Heights, and Mary Jane (Christopher) Guymon of Frankfort, Illinois. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, December 21, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main. Friends and family may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment, Farmington City Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/19/2005 - 12/20/2005. Cannon, Steven Michael Steven Michael Cannon 1955 ~ 2005 Steven Michael Cannon died December 16, 2005. Many served our family and prayed for Steve's physical recovery from cancer. Heavenly Father answered with spiritual growth and strength. He has called Steven on a second mission and we exclaim, "Hurrah for Israel!" Steve was born October 2, 1955 to Michael Badger and Geraldine Haslam Cannon in SLC, UT. Married Carolee Haymore, August 5, 1978 in the Salt Lake Temple. Steven was an Eagle Scout. Graduated from Granger High School and served an LDS mission to Argentina. Received a degree from Brigham Young University in Computer Science. His life long love of genealogy began as a boy turning microfilm for his mother. He worked in the Family History Department for the LDS Church. His most recent project in the Unified Family System will reduce duplication in temple ordinances. He is survived by his wife, Carolee; children, Laura Brooke (24), Amber Nicole (22) currently serving in the WA Everett Mission, Jenilee (19); parents; siblings, Jill (Ken) Pitts, Emily (Brad) Orgill, Jeffrey (Karrie) Cannon, Cassandra (Jess) Birtcher. Funeral services, Wed., Dec. 21, 10:00 a.m. at the River Ridge 2nd Ward, 10190 So. 1000 W. Viewing, Tues., Dec. 20 at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.), 5:30-7 p.m. and Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the church. Interment at South Jordan City Cemetery. Guests are asked to not wear fragrance. Instead of the flowers, please donate to the Perpetual Education Fund of the LDS Church, 50 E. North Temple St., SLC, Utah 84150 www.jenkins-soffe.com Published in the Deseret News from 12/18/2005 - 12/20/2005. De La Mare, Byron Theo Byron Theo De La Mare 1919 ~ 2005 To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: A time to weep, a time to laugh, a time to mourn, and a time to dance. Ecclesiastes 3:1, 4. Byron De La Mare passed away peacefully at the Rocky Mountain Care Center in Tooele, Utah December 16, 2005. Byron was born in Salt Lake City February 25, 1919 to Theo George De La Mare and Edna Elison De La Mare. He graduated from Tooele High School in 1938 and served in the United States Air Force 1942-1946. While stationed in El Paso, Texas, he met and married his sweetheart, Lillian Godfroy of Peru, Indiana March 11, 1944. He and Lillian returned to Tooele were Byron worked at the International Smelting and Refining Company for about 28 years, primarily in the pipe shop. They had one son, Richard, who passed away in July 1992. Lillian passed away Nov. 5, 1985. Byron married again March 12, 1988 to Joy Frailey of Tooele. They were married for 12 years before Joy passed away April 5, 2000. Byron was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was an avid golfer until he suffered a stroke in July 2004, and he enjoyed being around his numerous friends and family. Byron is survived by one brother Harold (Carolyn) De La Mare of Houston, Texas; daughter-in-law, Brenda Park De La Mare; two grandchildren, Vickie De La Mare, and Marie (Richard) Babcock; and three great-grandchildren. From the Frailey marriage Byron is survived by one stepson, Kenneth (Audrey) Frailey; and two stepdaughters, Kathy Ryan (Brent McCulley) and Sandra (James) Cady; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchil-dren. Byron was a devoted father and grandfather and loved being with his family. His two stepdaughters, Audrey Frailey and Kathy Ryan, and whom Byron called his "good friend," Brent McCulley, gave him daily loving care at the Care Center from the time of his stroke until his passing. Byron was very appreciative of their love and concern for him. He also appreciated the many friends who visited him on a regular basis. The De La Mare and Frailey families are very grateful for the staff at the Rocky Mountain Care Center who provided such good services in Byron's behalf. Funeral services will be held at the Tooele 5th Ward chapel, 196 N. Pinehurst Ave, Wednesday, the 21st of December at 11 a.m. Viewings will be held at the Tate Mortuary the prior evening from 6-8 p.m. and 9:30-10:30 a.m. the day of the funeral. Interment will be at the Tooele City Cemetery. In-lieu of flowers, those who would like to make a memoriam to Byron may do so by contributing to the Tooele Senior Citizens Center. Published in the Deseret News from 12/19/2005 - 12/20/2005. Entwistle, George Patrick George Patrick Entwistle 11/10/26 ~ 12/17/05 George Patrick Entwistle was born in Utica, NY November 10, 1926 the eldest of four sons born to George Washington Entwistle and Florence Gertrude Flynn Entwistle. He was educated in Ilion and Frankfort, NY and graduated from Frankfort High School in 1944. He attended Utica College. June 18, 1949 he married the love of his life, Rita Ann Horn, and together they had six children. He is survived by Rita; and their children, Mrs. Patricia J. (John) Carney, Ilion, NY, Mr. George P. (Georgia) Entwistle, Chenango Bridge, NY, Mrs. Karen E. (Ronald) Urtz, Ilion, NY, Mr. William M. (Annie) Entwistle, Sandy, Utah, Mrs. Eileen (Daniel) Entwistle-Smith of Sandy, Utah, and Mrs. Judith E. (Gregory) Vieira of Deerfield Beach, Florida. Mr. Entwistle is also survived by 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; his brother, Robert (Alma) Entwistle of Litchfield, NY; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Dennis (1967) and Thomas (1995). Mr. Entwistle's early years were spent as a dairy farmer in upstate New York and it was there that he learned to love hard work. Later he became a journeyman toolmaker with the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company. He joined Remington Rand (later Sperry Corporation), February 1957 in Utica NY and was transferred to Sperry's Salt Lake City operations in February 1977 as Personnel Manager. His last position with Unisys Corporation (formerly Sperry) was Director of Resources Management from which he retired in May 1990. George was a lifetime Roman Catholic, a member and Eucharistic Minister of St. Thomas More Parish. He was a 50 year member of the Knights of Columbus serving as Deputy Grand Knight of the Ilion, NY council. He was a man of great strength and courage; love and devotion; insight and wisdom; humility and beauty. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 21, 11 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 3015 E. Creek Road (7980 S.), Sandy, Utah. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 20th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.), Salt Lake City, Utah. The Rosary will be prayed from 7:30-8 p.m. An additional memorial service will take place in Ilion, NY with the date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in memory of George to First Choice Hospice, 5296 S. Commerce Drive, Murray, UT 84107, 801-685-2233 Published in the Deseret News on 12/19/2005. Harrington, Chloe Poulter Chloe Poulter Harrington 5/27/20 ~ 12/15/05 Our dearly loved mother, grandmother, and friend, left us to join her partner in life of 55 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gregory Harrington; son, Brent; granddaughter, Tessa Lyn. Chloe is survived by her son, Jeffrey and Barbara Harrington; daughter, Jolynn and Danny Lopez; grandchildren, Michael Ann, Greg and Kris Harrington, Stephanie and Gary Shiner, Shan Lopez; great-grand-children, Gage, Tyler, Zack, Kiley Harrington, Julian Lopez, Victory, Christina, Lindsey, Allisha Shiner; mom's dear friends, Karen and Lee Johnson, and the Lopez family. Chloe was born to Thomas and Ruby Poulter May 27, 1920 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was raised in Logan, Utah where Chloe attended school and college at Utah State. Chloe worked at Hill Air Force Base for many years; later retiring. Mom and Dad moved to Elko, Nevada where they made many dear friends. Mom later came back to Salt Lake to make a home here with her children and grandchildren. Mom was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005, at 10 a.m. in the Brighton 6th LDS Ward, 2925 E. Bengal Blvd. Friends may call at the church Tuesday from 9-9:45 a.m. Interment, Smithfield Cemetery, Smithfield, Utah. Published in the Deseret News from 12/18/2005 - 12/19/2005. Nielson, Blaine L. Blaine L. Nielson 1935 ~ 2005 Blaine L. Nielson passed away December 15, 2005 after lingering complications from surgery. Born April 21, 1935 to Clara and Maynard Nielson (deceased). He had one brother, Spencer Nielson (deceased). He was raised in Bluffdale, Utah and attended Jordan High School. Blaine was a gentleman. He always treated everyone with respect, regardless of their station in life. He could always be counted on for a kind word or a good dirty joke. He had a passion for the outdoors. He loved to hunt, fish, and camp with friends and family. He was employed with United Airlines until he was no longer able to work. He married Carol Nielsen and from that union he is survived by a son, Scott Lord of Arizona. Later divorced, he met and married Rosalie Sherrill Nielson (deceased) and they had four children, Blaine Jr., Rachel (Kelly) Farrington, Mat (Cindy) Nielson, and Clint Nielson. The family would like to thank Collen Patten, Anne's Nursing Home and Fairview Care Center for the loving care and support of Blaine for all these years. A private family memorial will be conducted. Published in the Deseret News from 12/19/2005 - 12/20/2005. Shepherd, Lottie B. Lottie B. Shepherd 1923 ~ 2005 MAGNA/ROOSEVELT - Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Lottie Catherine Babcock Shepherd, 82, passed away December 17, 2005 in Magna, Utah. She was born June 5, 1923 in Roosevelt, Utah to William Virgil and Agnes May Redmond Babcock. She married John Walter "Jack" Shepherd June 15, 1941 in Roosevelt; he died October 6, 1993. Lottie was a member of the LDS Church and served in many callings. She loved music and was an accomplished singer in several choirs. She was a hard worker, served others endlessly, and loved to bake and share with everyone. Survived by her children, Janet (Donald) Filion, Johnny (Mary Louise) Shepherd, and Sidonia Kim (Raymond) White; 25 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; and son-in-laws, Leland Vincent and Thomas Staniszewski. Preceded in death by parents; husband; and two daughters, Carolyn Vincent and Noreta Kay Staniszewski. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2005 in the Roosevelt 1st Ward, 32 South State, Roosevelt, Utah. Friends may call Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at the Lake Ridge 5th Ward, 7525 West Washington Rd. (3735 South), in Magna, Utah and Wednesday 11-12:30 p.m. at the church in Roosevelt. Interment, Roosevelt City Cemetery. Directors, Peel Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.peelfuneralhome.com Published in the Deseret News on 12/19/2005. Veblungsnes, Odd (Odie V. Herman) Odd Veblungsnes "Odie V. Herman" 1933 ~ 2005 Loving Husband and Father, Odie passed away Saturday, peacefully surrounded by family. Preceded by his father, Hjalmar; mother Asta; brother, Birger (John); son, Kenneth. Survived by his wife, Margaret; children, Kathleen, Karen, Kim, Kurtis; 14 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Born in Norway he immigrated to the USA. Odie played the trumpet for the Salvation Army in his youth. He was a Machinist, District Manager for Thrifty Drug, Director of Housekeeping for Hilton Hotels, Contractor and Realtor. He enjoyed family gatherings, music, gardening, and preparing Norwegian cuisines. Memorial to be held Tuesday 12/20 at 12 noon LDS Chapel, 5th West, Germania Ave. (5150 S.) Murray, UT. Published in the Deseret News from 12/18/2005 - 12/19/2005. Williams, Lynn John Lynn John Williams 1914 ~ 2005 Lynn John Williams passed away suddenly December 17, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born September 21, 1914 to parents David H. and Annie Sorenson Williams in Emery, Utah. He married LaVona Mortensen November 7, 1937. He was a devoted husband and a friend to many. He was a member of the LDS Church and served in many callings. He and LaVona served a mission to the Visitors' Center in Palmyra, New York. He was preceded in death by two sons, Philip and Roger. He is survived by wife; two daughters, Vicki Preece (Stuart) and Jill Leonard (Tony); son, Dennis (Deann); daughter-in-law, Geri Williams; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon Wed. December 21, at the LDS Ensign Stake Center, "A" Street and 1st Avenue, a viewing preceding from 10:30-11:45 a.m. A viewing will also be held Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the LDS Church. Published in the Deseret News from 12/19/2005 - 12/20/2005.