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Allen, John R.
John R. Allen 1918 ~ 2005 John passed away on February 12, 2005 surrounded by
his family at the age of 86. John was born on August 21, 1918 in Woodston,
Kansas to William Emerson Allen and Mary Linett Bridges Allen. John Married
Mary Leona Richens on September 8, 1940. John enjoyed fishing, hunting,
gardening, and spending time with his family. John also enjoyed his work for
Crus Distributing for many years. John is survived by his daughters; Carolyn
(Gary) Cavey, Linda (Bill) Hunt, eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren,
and two great-great-granddaughters. John was preceded in death by his wife
Mary, parents, five brothers and sisters, one grandchild, and two
great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 18,
2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary and Cemetery, 3115 East
7800 South in Salt Lake City. Friends and family are invited to call on Friday
one hour prior to services at the mortuary. Interment will be at Mountain View
Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Allred, Owen Arthur
Owen Arthur Allred 1914 ~ 2005 Owen Arthur Allred died peacefully at home in
Bluffdale on February 14. Owen was born to Byron Harvey Allred Jr. and Mary
Evelyn Clark on Jan 15, 1914 in Blackfoot, Idaho. He was preceded in death by
five brothers and four sisters, leaving his brother Clarence Eugene Allred as
the only living sibling. Owen retired after 31 years of service with Utah Oil
Company (American Oil) in 1976. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an avid
marksman. He served two years in the CCC camps in Idaho and worked for
Remington Arms Company during World War II. Owen's greatest love was service
to his God and his fellow men. He leaves behind a large posterity, including
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2005, 12:00 p.m. at
Rocky Ridge Chapel (North of Mona, Utah). A viewing will be held Friday,
February 18 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East
10600 South in Sandy and on Saturday from 8:30-11:00 a.m. at the Rocky Ridge
Chapel. Interment Taylorsville Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Anderson, Venna M.
Venna M. Anderson 1915 ~ 2005 Venna M. Anderson passed away February 11, 2005
in Murray, Utah. Born September 12, 1915 in Vernal, Utah to Lewis Vernon and
Effie Maud Allred Anderson. Venna graduated from Uintah High School. She was a
member of the LDS Church. Venna worked for the Auerbachs department store in
Salt Lake City, Utah. She was one of the buyers in the china department. Venna
had a wealth of knowledge and experience in purchasing quality fine china. She
was rewarded by having a beautiful rose pattern on china named after her. When
Auerbachs closed their downtown store she had planned to retire. Venna was
asked to delay her retirement to continue to provide her experience at the new
Auerbachs store in Murray. She retired after 40 years. Venna has resided at
the Murray Care Center in Murray, Utah since October 2002. Venna's family
would like to acknowledge, with thankfulness to all the staff that knew her
well and provided her the special day-to-day interaction of loving kindness
and professional care. A special thanks to the Good Shepherd Home Care hospice
for providing Venna with additional comfort, care, and compassion. Survived by
brother, Wayne D. (Mary) Anderson, Salt Lake City; niece, Colleen D. Anderson,
North Salt Lake; great nieces, BreAnna (Justin) Harrison, Syracuse; Challene
(William) Green, Woods Cross; great great niece and nephew; Kayla Harrison and
Ethan Green. Graveside service will be held Saturday, February 19, 2005 at
1:00 p.m. at the Vernal City Cemetery, Vernal, Utah. Funeral Directors: Larkin
Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Brinkman, Elizabeth Warner (Beth)
Elizabeth (Beth) Warner Brinkman 1958 ~ 2005 Born April 3 1958 to Duane and
Audrey Warner in Kenosha, WI. Slipped away quietly and peacefully in her sleep
on February 12, 2005 at her home in Centerville after a long illness. Beth and
her former husband Thomas Brinkman were blessed with two precious sons,
Michael Thomas (12) and Gage Matthew (10), who will always hold her in their
hearts. May their childhood years be cradled in the love and kindness of
others after this unthinkable loss. Survived by mother Audrey Warner, who is
grateful for every moment shared with her treasured daughter; may God be with
her 'til they meet again; sons Michael and Gage; brothers Raymond Warner and
Michael Warner; special step-son Brandon Brinkman; and nieces and nephews,
Whitney, Kasey, Steven, Abby, Victoria and Cole; all of whom she dearly loved.
; Preceded in death by father Duane Warner, sister Laurie Mitchell and brother
Dale Covington. Worked for many years for Utah Department of Transportation.
Memorial service will be held Thursday Feb. 17 at Centerville Stake Center
Relief Society room, 950 N Main St., Centerville, at 11:00 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Clark, Beulah Layne Robertson
Beulah Layne Robertson Clark BEA Beulah R. Clark was born December 4, 1912 in
Fountain Green, Utah, one of eight children of David Abraham and Elizabeth
Flavilla Coombs Robertson. Bea, a loving example of life-long service to
others, passed away February 13, 2005. She spent her youth and teenage years
in Provo, graduated from Provo High School and completed beautician school
prior to marrying Boyce Rich Clark on August 31, 1934 in the Salt Lake Temple.
Boyce preceded her in death on December 22, 1988. Prior to founding Clark Tank
Lines with her husband in 1936 Bea owned a beauty shop in Morgan, Utah. Once
the Tank Lines got established in Ogden, Bea became the bookkeeper, working
diligently with her husband until the birth of their second son. She was a
proud, gentle and loving mother, raising four sons as well as a welcomed,
daughter, Wendy, from England. Bea always supported her family in their
numerous sports, academics, careers and sometimes wild pursuits, and was never
timid in expressing her own opinion. She never stopped being a devoted wife
and mother, but always found time for civic and community involvement, serving
in numerous organizations and board positions including: President Utah Motor
Transport, founding member of Utah Girls Village, President Rose Ramblers,
PTA, and various callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Bea is survived by sons: Daniel Wallace (Bobbyanne), David John (Marilyn),
William Robertson (Leah); Wendy Hemmingway (Richard); 10 grandchildren; four
great-grand-children and sister Ruth Boulden. Preceded in death by husband
Boyce R. Clark and son B. Robert Clark. Funeral services will be held at 1:00
p.m. Friday, February 19, 2005 at Lake hills Memorial, 10055 S. State, Sandy
with a viewing prior to the services from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Dumas, Cody John
Cody John Dumas 1974 ~ 2005 Cody John Dumas, age 30, passed away Feb. 13, 2005
in Rexburg, Idaho. Born to Terry Lee Dumas and Janice Lynn Olsen on September
25, 1974 in Murray, Utah. He was a very loving and caring person who did a lot
for those he met. He enjoyed swimming, fishing and boating. Survived by
parents and step-parents, grandparents, sisters: Tami Martin and Amy Pierce;
step-brothers and step-sisters. Services will be held Friday at 12:00 noon at
Elm Meadows Ward, 12340 S. 2700 W., Riverton, Utah. Friends may call Friday
10:30-11:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, East Lawn Memorial.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Fisher, Eula
Eula Fern Jenson Fisher 1909 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother, Eula Fern Jenson Fisher passed away peacefully, her
children around her, on February 14, 2005. Eula was born October 17, 1909 to
James William Jenson and Nancy Evalyn Benson. Eldest of five children, Eula's
mother died when Eula was only 10 years old. Eula was independent at an early
age. She put herself through Stevens Henager Business College and began her
career with Utah Oil Co. She married Evan F. Fisher on August 5, 1939. Their
marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Evan died Dec. 2, 1967.
A member of the LDS Church, Eula served in many capacities, but especially
loved working with young women. She was also a foster mother to several
special children. Eula was a bookkeeper for Wilkinson Buick Co. for many years
and later worked for the Davis County Attorney's office as a legal secretary
until her retirement. She then went to work at Sperry Univac for several
years. Eula loved traveling and took great delight in seeing many countries of
the world. She belonged to the Wasatch Mountain Hiking Club and loved to tell
about being on the tops of many of the Wasatch Mountains. She was a long-time
member of the Associated Career Women and the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers,
Josephine Wood Naylor Camp, teaching the lessons for many years. She had a
love for pioneer history and spent many hours doing family history. She grew
beautiful roses and was an excellent gardener, planting and growing many
different kinds of trees, fruits and berries. Survived by her children: James
Robert Fisher, Nancy J. Comarell (James), L. Jayne Leigh and daughter-in-law,
DeLoras Fisher. Also survived by sister-in-law Afton Jenson. Preceded in death
by a son Evan F. Fisher, Jr. (DeLoras) and daughter, Pauline Fisher. She
leaves behind 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. The family wishes
to thank Life Care Center of Bountiful and Vista Care for their loving care of
Eula. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday February 18, 2005 at Bountiful
Tabernacle, 51 S. Main. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Thursday Feb. 17th at
Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. and 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the
church prior to services. Interment Bountiful Memorial Park. email condolences
to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Galarneau, Leo Duane
Leo Duane Galarneau 1922 ~ 2005 Leo Duane Galarneau peacefully passed away on
February 14, 2005, surrounded by loved ones. He was born the 6th of 10
children, to Nathaniel and Jessie (Sypher) Galarneau Nov. 28, 1922 in the
small town of Turin, New York. He is survived by his wife June Galarneau,
daughters Diana and Gail Galarneau, sons Nathaniel (Candice) and Michael
(Wendy) Galarneau, grandsons Dene Galarneau and Matthew Morrison,
step-daughters Sharon Eng and Mary McIntosh and granddaughter Leah Vassau. He
is also survived by sisters Gwendie Whittlesey, Betty Fitgerald, Bernice
Hoffman, Wanita (Richard) Jones and brother Don (Bonnie) Galarneau. He follows
brother Grant, Cleon, Bruce and sister Leola Jackson in death. Leo was born to
tenant dairy farmers in upstate New York, where he worked hard daily to milk
the cows and maintain the farm, with the help of the huge work horses, along
side his parents and siblings. He was driven to learn all he could and move
beyond the small towns of New York State. He never missed a day of school,
even though he was up early for his chores and had to walk nearly five miles
each way in the cold winters of the northeast. He enlisted in the United
States Marine Corps in 1942 and joined his older brother Grant in World War
II. His brother would be killed in battle. Leo learned that art of photography
while enlisted and chronicled battles and history in World War II. He went to
Dallas, Texas after World War II to study photography, where he met and
married his lovely wife, June (Beach) Galarneau and became a father to the
first of his four children. He moved his family to Dunkirk, New York in 1949,
where he began a 35 year career as a Boilermaker, building power plants
throughout the country for Combustion Engineering (CE). He met and married his
2nd wife, Pearl Hutchinson, in Fresno, CA in 1970. They made their home in
Billings, MT. When Pearl died, in 1985, he and his first wife, June,
remarried. Leo retired from the work that meant so much to him in 1988. He and
June moved to Spokane, WA for six years, moved to Pocatello, ID moved to
Billings, MT and then settled in St. George, UT, where he enjoyed his twilight
years in the beautiful red hills. He recently moved back to Salt Lake City for
the support of his family. May he be at peace with his loving canine
companion, Fritz, in their favorite easy chair. Funeral Service will be Friday
Feb. 18, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East, Murray,
Utah. Friends and family may visit Thursday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and
one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment will be at Murray City
Cemetery, 5490 South Vine Street, Murray, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Glauser, Edith Rosetta Smith
Edith Rosetta Smith Glauser 7/29/28 ~ 2/12/05 Edith Glauser, loving wife,
mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at her home February 12,
2005 after a valiant and graceful battle with cancer. Born July 29, 1928 in
Humboldt, Nebraska to David Edward Smith and Elizabeth Adline Peck. She
attended school in Salem, Nebraska. She joined the LDS Church at the age of 13
and left Nebraska at the age of 15 to come to Salt Lake City. She attended
South High School and continued her education for two years at the University
of Utah where she later returned and studied German. She married Reed N.
Glauser in the Salt Lake Temple December 18, 1950 by Harold B. Lee. They
served a mission in Czechoslovakia from 1991 to 1993 and have continued their
love and association with the other couples in their group called "Czech
Mates." They continue to serve the Czech people by opening their home to many
visitors from the beautiful Czech Republic. Edith was a very active and
faithful member of the church. She loved the Lord and served in many callings.
She taught the Laurels in the Young Wo-men's program and also taught Gospel
Doctrine. She served as stake Primary President, ward Relief Society
president, and ward Primary president. She also served as the Blazer Scout
Leader. One of her greatest loves was being the Young Women's Sports Leader
for many years. Her girls won many stake and regional championships in
softball, volleyball, and basketball. She loved her girls and they loved her.
One of Edith's passions was genealogy and she spent countless hours and days
at the Family History Library finding her ancestors and family. Edith was a
first class homemaker. She loved her home and she always made it feel like "a
little bit of Heaven." She was an excellent cook and for many years she baked
12 loaves of bread a week for her family. Pies were her specialty along with
Danish pastries and rolls. Every first Sunday of the month the entire Glauser
family gathered for a delicious dinner, almost always pot roast with all of
the trimmings. It was a family tradition to celebrate Christmas Eve with the
whole family sitting down for dinner, a nativity pageant, and a visit from
Santa. Edith was a sports enthusiast. She loved to snow ski and water ski. She
took up running at age 50 and ran two marathons. Her greatest love was to play
tennis and did so every Monday morning for years. She played singles, doubles,
and mixed doubles and won many trophies over the years. She also loved to
attend the University of Utah Basketball games with Reed every season for
years and they always went to the WAC tournaments in Las Vegas every year. She
loved her family with all of her heart. She was kind and patient to them and
loved them all unconditionally. She loved her grandchildren and spent time
with them and enjoyed tending them often. She attended countless recitals,
school programs, games, and anything else that her grandchildren were involved
in. For many years she held the annual "Cousins Day" at their beloved and
cherished cabin in Brighton. It was her most favorite place to be. Edith
touched the lives of every person she came in contact with and left a legacy
of love, kindness, patience and grace. Her presence will be missed dearly. She
is survived by her husband, Reed N. Glauser; and her six children, Scott
Glauser (Judith), Michael Glau-ser (Mary), David Glauser (Lauri Dawn), Richard
Glauser (Linda), Becky Glauser, and Laurie Shelley (Michael Shelley). She also
has 27 grandchildren, (16 boys and 11 girls); and one great-granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 17, 12 noon at the Olympus
Stake Center, 4500 S. 2700 E. in Holladay. A viewing will be held Wednesday
evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Drive and
also from 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to the funeral at the stake center.
Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please send
donations to the American Cancer Society of Utah, 941 East 3300 So Salt Lake
City, Utah 84106

Hill, Douglas W.
Douglas W. Hill, Ph.D. LONG BEACH, CA - Douglas W. Hill, 77, died February 13,
2005 from complications due to diabetes. Born August 6, 1927 to Alta and
Alfred Hill. He graduated from Davis High and served as a corpsman in the U.S.
Navy in 1945. Doug received a B.S., Masters and Ph.D. in Microbiology from the
University of Utah. He thereafter became an Associate Professor at the
University, teaching and conducting research from 1959-87. He was passionate
about learning and passed on that passion to everyone he knew. While teaching
at the U, Doug raised five children with his former wife Trudy Williams Hill.
On June 27, 1985, Doug married Laura Kingsford in the Salt Lake LDS Temple,
and moved to Long Beach where Laura is a Professor and Dean at CSU at Long
Beach. During his so-called retirement, Doug taught at CSU Long Beach, raised
his two youngest children Christopher and Angelique, and traveled the world.
He is survived by his wife, Laura Kingsford Hill, and his seven children Erich
Hill (Kristan), Katie Hill (Doug), Rachael Vlaardingerbroek (Austin), Amanda
Hill (Tim), Rebecca Hill (Bret), Christopher Hill and Angelique Hill. Funeral
and burial services will be Friday February 18, 2005 in Long Beach. Flowers
can be sent to Rosehills Park Mortuary 3888 So. Workman Mill Rd. Whittier CA
90601. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American
Diabetes Association.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Hoopes, Elizabeth
Elizabeth Hoopes 11/16/1912 ~ 2/10/05 AMERICAN FORK, UT - Elizabeth Brown
Simmons Hoopes (92) of American Fork, died February 10, 2005 of complications
following a stroke and of congestive heart failure. She was born November 16,
1912 in Lincoln Place, Allegheny, Pennsylvania to Ralph Jacob and Elizabeth
Brown Simmons. She married Henry Warner Hoopes on October 9, 1942 in the Salt
Lake Temple. She was a devoted wife and mother and was a member of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served missions in the Eastern
States Mission from 1932 to 1934 and in the Massachusetts Boston (later the
Connecticut Hartford) missions with Warn from 1978 to 1980. She served 10
years as an ordinance worker in the Provo Temple. She is survived by her four
daughters: Sharon Ann Thompson (Richarrd) Williams, Pingree, Idaho; Helen Kae
Hoopes, American Fork, Utah; Barbara Lee (Mike) Bailey, Richfield, Utah; and
Judith Lyn (Bert) Winegar, Centerville, Utah; and 30 grandchildren, 67 great
grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren with four more to be born soon.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, four brothers, and two
sisters. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 12:00 noon in
the Hillcrest 1st Ward chapel, 939 N. 530 W. in American Fork. Friends may
call at the Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main, Lehi, Utah from 6-8 p.m. on Friday,
February 18th, and in the Hillcrest 1st Ward Relief Society room, Saturday,
one hour prior to the services. Interment will be at the American Fork City
Cemetery immediately following services.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.


Jeffs, David Wayman
David Wayman Jeffs 1978 ~ 2005 David Wayman Jeffs, "Big D," age, 27, passed
away Feb. 14, 2005, in South Jordan, UT. He was born January 8, 1978, to Ward
and Susan Jeffs in Sandy, UT. On June 16, 2001, he married AmyLyn Kunz in
Herriman, UT. What could be more fitting than for Dave to leave this life on
Valentine's Day? His life was the very essence of love. What a man of love he
is; from the sweet day of his birth, love and peace were his banner. His
recent passion was to have and raise a family. His favorite pastimes were
fishing, hunting, and being with Mother Nature. David bonded his family and
friends through a sincere and calming love and peaceful aura. He left this
life in peace, with no enemies. David is love. He is survived by his wife,
Amy; daughter, Tierra; his parents, Ward and Susan Jeffs, also Sherie Jeffs;
his wife's parents, Richard and Marylyn Kunz, and numerous brothers and
sisters and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his
brother, Clayne, and niece, Cheyenne. Viewing will be held on Friday, Feb. 18,
from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., Sandy, where funeral
services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 19, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow
at the Elysian Burial Gardens, 1075 E. 4580 S., Murray. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to the David Jeffs Memorial Fund at Bank of American
Fork.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Lambert, Richard Kent
Richard Kent Lambert 1947 ~ 2005 Richard Kent Lambert, 57, died at home on
February 12, 2005, after a three-year battle with cancer. Born August 31,
1947, he was the fourth child of Richard Alma and Mary Cox Lambert. Kent grew
up in the Mt. Olympus area and graduated from Skyline High in 1966. His
mission for the LDS Church in Argentina and Bolivia deeply influenced his
life. Kent attended BYU where he met and fell in love with Vicki Wentz, the
daughter of Vern Wentz and Evelyn Gledhill Wentz. Kent and Vicki were married
in the Salt Lake Temple on December 18, 1970. Kent earned a BA in Humanities
and an MBA from BYU. He and Vicki have seven children, five boys and two
girls. An insurance agent for Northwestern Mutual Life for more than 30 years,
Kent derived great personal satisfaction helping people prepare for the
future. He was a loving husband and father, an excellent provider, and a loyal
friend. Kent had great enthusiasm and a wonderful sense of humor. A faithful
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Kent had a deep and
abiding faith in the atoning power of Jesus Christ. Kent is survived by his
wife, Vicki Wentz Lambert; his mother, Mary Cox Lambert; his siblings: Linda,
Rick, Mike and Chris; his children: Matt, Amy, Andrew, Dan, Aaron, Nate and
Holly; and his grandchildren: Sam, Ben, Jon, Parley, Brianna and Lily; as well
as many other relatives and friends whom Kent loved and cherished. Funeral
services will be at the Cameo Park Ward Building at 8909 South 1700 East,
Sandy on Friday, Feb.18 at 11:00 a.m., with a viewing from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30
a.m. There will also be a viewing on Thursday, February 17 from 6:00 to 9:00
p.m. at the Mountain View Memorial Mortuary at 3115 E. 7800 So. in SLC.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005.

Nelson, Dantzel W.
Dantzel W. Nelson 1926 ~ 2005 Dantzel White Nelson, 78, died unexpectedly,
suddenly, but peacefully, on Saturday, February 12, 2005 at her home in Salt
Lake City, Utah. Her husband, Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the
Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was at her
side. Dantzel was born February 17, 1926 on the family farm in Perry, Utah.
She was adored in the family of Maude Clark and LeRoy Davis White. She was
reared in a household of music and love. She graduated from Box Elder High
School, Brigham City, Utah, in 1941, having been named as the "Outstanding
Senior Girl". She attended the University of Utah on a scholarship, majoring
in education. Her musical talents were well known in the community as she
excelled in concerts as a soprano soloist and in leading roles of a number of
theatrical productions. She affiliated with the Chi Omega sorority. She
graduated in 1946 with a Bachelor of Science degree and a certificate in
secondary teaching. She married Russell M. Nelson in the Salt Lake Temple,
August 31, 1945. Following her graduation, she taught at Hawthorne Elementary
School in Salt Lake City. She also taught school in Minneapolis, Minnesota,
while her husband continued his post-doctoral medical studies there. From the
time of the arrival of their first child in 1948, her life's work and joy came
from her being a mother and homemaker. Always active in responsibilities as a
faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sister
Nelson served in Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary auxiliaries in the
Minneapolis Minnesota Branch, North Central States Mission, 1947 -51; 1954 -
55; Washington Ward, Washington, D.C. Stake, 1951-53; Cambridge Massachusetts
Branch, New England States Mission 1953 - 54; and the Garden Park and Yale
Second Wards of the Salt Lake Bonneville Stake. The Nelsons are the parents of
nine daughters and one son. Into their constantly growing family, Dantzel
welcomed the spouses of their children, 56 grandchildren, the spouses of 13
married grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Sister Nelson delighted in
serving others. She had the ability to cultivate and celebrate the unique
virtues of each family member. She and Elder Nelson held their own extended
family gatherings at least once a month, which could include any or all of the
106 members of their immediate family. She sang as a member of The Mormon
Tabernacle Choir from 1966 - 86. In 1999, she received the Exemplary Woman
Award from Ricks College for her "Outstanding Example of LDS Womanhood." She
expressed her creativity through needlework, sewing, quilting, cooking, and
family history research. Freely she gave her works of art to others. For the
past 21 years Sister Nelson traveled throughout the world at her husband's
side, bearing her own witness of the Lord Jesus Christ and His restored gospel
to many thousands of God's children. Her life was characterized by her
unwavering faith, diligent discipleship, selfless service, and angelic
attributes. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Emily N. Wittwer;
parents, LeRoy D. and Maude C. White; sister, Beth W. Dredge; and brother,
Kenneth D. White. She is survived by her husband, Russell; children, Marsha N.
McKellar, Wendy N. Maxfield (Norman), Gloria N. Irion (Richard), Brenda N.
Miles (Richard), Sylvia N. Webster (David), Laurie N. Marsh (Richard), Rosalie
N. Ringwood (Michael), Marjorie N. Helsten (Bradley), and Russell M. Nelson Jr
(Britney). She always considered their son-in-law, Bradley E. Wittwer, and the
wife of his second marriage, Julie, as part of their own family. She is also
survived by three brothers and one sister, L. Clark White (Grace) of Perry,
Marjorie W. Mecham of Ogden, Boyd B. White of Perry, and Richard H. White
(Mary) of Las Vegas. Funeral services will be held12 noon Friday, February
18th at the Salt Lake Bonneville Stake Center, 1535 E. Bonneview Dr. (1050
South), Salt Lake City. Friends may call at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South
Temple, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 17, or Friday, February 18
at the Bonneville Stake Center from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Nelson, Virden James
Virden James Nelson "Remember Who You Are" Virden James Nelson, age 91,
beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on
February 12, 2005 from causes incident to age. He was surrounded and comforted
by his loving family. He was always happiest in the midst of his family. He
was born on May 23, 1913, in Sandy, Utah, to August Matts Nelson and Mabel
Electa Jensen Nelson. He was a craftsman and a builder, a man who could make
things with his hands and with his skill. He was proud of the many homes and
businesses that he built throughout the valley, particularly his own home
where he lived for 48 years, and he leaves behind a legacy of his work in his
children's homes. Perhaps his best work was that he was the proud architect of
a close knit loving family which includes his beloved wife, June Smith Nelson,
of 67 years, eight children, 50 grandchildren and 52 great grandchildren. His
children are: R. Kent Nelson (Jolene), Lyn E. Nelson (Lynda), Linda Bringhurst
(Terry), Verdene Lyon (Ken), JaNae Henderson (Patrick), Julie Ashby (Richard),
Reed A. Nelson (Julie), Royd R. Nelson (Kate). He is survived by his two
sisters, Roxie N. Rich and Loa Steed. He was preceded in death by
granddaughter, Tina Kay Nelson; three brothers, Leo, Raymond, Arval; and a
sister, Norma Jenkins. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission to the Northern States, during the
depression. He had many Church callings, and was most pleased to say that he
had been the Instructor in his Priesthood Quorum for 44 years. He and June
were active in Temple Work for many years. He served his Church and his family
his entire life. He taught by quiet example, and never sought the limelight,
although he was justly proud of his services to others. He was a graduate of
Jordan High School and never failed to attend reunions. Until the very end of
his life, he had a competitive spirit, playing a great many games with his
large family and participating in a bowling league up until two weeks ago, at
age 91. He enjoyed sports and was an avid BYU and St. Louis Cardinals fan,
which enthusiasms he passed down to other generations. Up to the last he was
consistently seen supporting many grandchildren's sporting events. He and mom
were the pillars of our family. We'll miss you greatly, Dad. Funeral services
will be held Thursday, February 17, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Sandy First Ward
LDS Chapel, 8650 South 220 East, Sandy, Utah. A viewing will be held one hour
prior to the services. Friends and family may call at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So.
State St., Midvale, Utah, Wednesday, February 16, 2005 between 6:30 p.m. and
8:30 p.m. Burial will be at Sandy City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005.

Rawley, Daniel Eugene
Daniel Eugene Rawley "Dan the Man" Daniel Eugene Rawley, beloved father, son,
brother and friend, returned home on February 13, 2005 following a car
accident in Salmon, Idaho. He was accompanied by Tammy Sunes, his sweetheart
of almost two years. Dan had a thirst for life and always lived it to the
fullest. He always had a smile on his face no matter what the circumstances.
His motto was, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. He always wanted
everyone to have more than he did. If Dan had money, everyone had money and
more than once, he literally gave the shirt off of his back. Family was
EVERYTHING to him. He is survived by his son, Kevin and daughter, Kristina;
granddaughter, Ashton; parent Ken and Marty Rawley of Woods Cross;
grandparents, Sam & Helen Nazzise; brothers and sisters, Ron (Carol), Lynn
(Dennis), Pam (Randy), Ryk (Terry), Richard (Tawny), and Jamie (Kevin); one
nephew and two nieces that he loved like his own kids, and countless other
family members and friends whom he considered family. Funeral services will be
held Friday, February 18, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Russon Brothers Mortuary,
295 No. Main, Bountiful; where friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m.
and Friday morning from 10:00-10:45 a.m. prior to services.
Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Rex, Diania H.
Diania H. Rex 1916 ~ 2005 ST. GEORGE, UT- Diania Haycock Rex, a beloved
daughter of God, returned to Him February 9, 2005. Born September 12, 1916 in
Panguitch, Utah, she was the youngest of Albert F. and Margaret Hatch
Haycock's four children. They later moved to Salt Lake City where she
graduated from East High School in 1934. On October 14, 1940, she married
Harold M. Rex (of Randolph, Ut) in the Salt Lake Temple. Their home was
blessed with five children. Government and service to The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints took their family to many parts of the world. As a
young mother she and her husband presided over the Brazil Mission from
1945-1949. Harold worked for the US Foreign Service in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru,
Paraguay, Libya, Trinidad, and Columbia. Diania was a wonderful hostess and
friend to foreign dignitaries and many general authorities who visited. Life
was not easy being so far from family and homeland. They were often the only
LDS members in a country, holding church services in their home. Diania
instilled in her children a love of the gospel of Jesus Christ and a deep
appreciation for their American heritage and freedoms. After retiring in 1975,
they returned to the US and their family, making St. George their home. In
1977 they accepted a mission call to serve in the Genealogical Society's
extraction program. They traveled to New York, Central America, Haiti, the
Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Jamaica to secure permissions and oversee
the microfilming of church and government records. They returned and built
their first home in Bloomington in 1984. Living in impoverished parts of the
world enhanced Diania's natural compassion for all people, and especially
those less fortunate. She taught her family service and sacrifice as she
volunteered in many settings such as hospitals, schools and libraries. In St.
George she worked for eight years at the Chamber of Commerce and donated over
3,500 hours to the Dixie Regional Medical Center as a Pink Lady. An avid
reader, she especially loved helping children and adults learn to read. A
champion of good causes, her family first, she worked cheerfully and
tirelessly for others. We know her joy continues. She is survived by her
loving children: John (Deann) of St. George, Ut., Jeff (Joette Marie) of
Escalante, Ut., Yara (Wayne) Selph of Salt Lake City, Ut., Judd (Cindy) of
Yorba Linda, CA., and J.B. (Fran) of Leeds, Ut., 26 grandchildren, and 35
great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings,
husband, and one grandson. Her family wishes to express heartfelt thanks for
the love and care she received at Brighton Gardens and through the hospice
program. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 19, 2005, at 10
a.m., at the Winchester Hills LDS 2nd Ward Chapel, 5338 N. Winchester Dr. A
visitation will be held Friday, February 18, 7-8 p.m., and Saturday, February
19, 9-9:40 a.m., prior to services at the chapel. Interment will be in the St.
George City Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary 435-673-4221.
Condolences may be sent through Metcalf's website at www.metcalfmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Ridges, Verla Nelson
Verla Nelson Ridges 1913 ~ 2005 Our dear mother and grandmother, Verla Nelson
Ridges, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at the age of 91, at
Lakeview Hospital, Bountiful, Utah. Funeral services will be held at 11:00
a.m. on Friday, February 18, 2005, at the Orchard 3rd Ward Chapel, 261 East
Center Street, North Salt Lake, with a viewing at 10:00 a.m. at the same
location. A viewing will also be held on Thursday, February 17, 2005, from
6:30-8:00 p.m., at the Russon Brothers Funeral Home, 295 North Main,
Bountiful, Utah. Interment will be in the Lakeview Memorial Estates Cemetery
in Bountiful, Utah. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Roberts, Idonna Arline Lorensen
Idonna Arline Lorensen Roberts 1921 ~ 2005 AUSTIN, UTAH - Our beloved wife,
mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Idonna Arline Lorensen Roberts, 83, of
Austin, Utah, passed away February 13, 2005, in Richfield. She was born May 4,
1921, in Elsinore, Utah, to William Andrew and Myrtle Rosalia Domgaard
Lorensen. She married James Leonard Roberts in Mesa, Arizona, on February 9,
1939. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on September
7, 1963. They just celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. Arline loved to
crochet, read and spend time with her grandchildren. She was an easy-going,
patient person who willing sacrificed for her children. She was a member of
the LDS church and loved serving children. Her greatest joy was spending time
with her children. She loved being a mom and grandmother. She is survived by
her husband, Leonard, Austin; children, Larry (Myrna) Roberts, Washburnville;
Leanna Roberts, Idaho Falls, ID; Linda Kay (Terry) Kenyon, Sandy; Raylene
(Larry) Casper, Sandy; Stan (Sharon) Roberts, Draper; and Judy (Craig)
Brammer, Idaho Falls, ID; 22 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a
brother, William Francis (Stella Mae) Lorensen, Richfield. She was preceded in
death by her parents; daughter, LaVae Rae Roberts; sisters, Lillian (Wayne)
Dennis; and Ethel (Foy) Higgins. Funeral services will be held on Saturday,
February 19, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Monroe 4th Ward LDS Chapel, 49 East
200 North. Friends may call at the ward chapel in Monroe on Saturday morning
from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Monroe City Cemetery. Funeral
Directors: Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Gunnison.
Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Russell, Helen J.
Helen J. Russell 1919 ~ 2005 At 85 years of age, mom, joined "Big Al" on
Valentines Day! Helen was born August 5, 1919 in Deertrail, CO., the youngest
of eight children born to Frideborg and Edward Sundine. Helen married Al
Russell, Jr. in Richmond, VA. in 1948 and they moved to Salt Lake in 1951.
Helen took pride in her children, Hap and Toni. She volunteered at J.E.
Cosgriff, fundraised for St. Ambrose and the Ute football conference. Mom and
Dad both worked at the VA Hospital, mom as a medical secretary and dad as a
physical therapist. Mom had the opportunity to travel the world, became a Life
Master in duplicate bridge, did Monday lunch with The Girlfriends, was a
devoted PEO member, played golf and overall enjoyed life. Her friends came
from all walks of life. Helen is survived by her daughter, Toni R. Carter
(Craig), sisters Pauline Dawson (TX); Virginia Covey (CO); She was preceded in
death by her husband, Alvin G. Russell, son, Alvin "HAP" Russell, mother and
father, brothers Harold, Paul, Edward, sisters Evelyn, Genevieve. Special
thanks to CNS Hospice, in particular Karen, Jennifer and Paulette. Services
will be held at Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary 372 East 100 South Thursday,
February 17, 2005, 12:00 p.m. (Noon). Friends may call at the mortuary on
Wednesday evening, February 16, from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the
service Thursday. Interment, Mt. Calvary Cemetery , 4th Avenue and T Street.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to your favorite
charity in Helen's name. Mom, my life was touched by an Angel." Much love,
your daughter, Toni
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.

Simpson, Alton Don
Alton Don Simpson 1921 ~ 2005 Don A. Simpson, Sanders, KY (formerly SLC), 83,
died peacefully at his home on Feb. 13, 2005. Don was born July 10, 1921 to
Arnold and Alberta Loveridge Simpson. He was a Pinkerton Security Guard,
Shipping Clerk and general handyman. Don was very creative and enjoyed knife
sculpting with wood and soap. He was a member of the LDS Church. He married
his wife, Leahe J. Huber, on May 17, 1946. Survivors include his wife; his
sons from his first marriage, Charles, Gary, and Michael Galbreath and three
children from his current marriage, Jackie Dean Cooley (Ted), Gunnison, UT;
Joseph Deloss Simpson (Karen), West Valley, UT and Leahe Donna Friend
(Chester), Sanders, KY. He has 21 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and
one great-great-granddaughter, two brothers, Bill Simpson, Salt Lake City,
Clarence Simpson; sister Alberta Moore all of Salt Lake City. He was preceded
in death by his daughter Alberta Kay, his parents and three brothers, Glen,
Arnold and Cliff Simpson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February
19, at 2:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy. A
viewing will be held Friday, February 18, from 6 - 8 p.m. and on Saturday,
from 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Email
condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com, "Obituaries" link.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/16/2005.

Tanner, Clark L.
Clark L. Tanner 1938 ~ 2005 Clark Lindquist Tanner, 66, died peacefully of
pneumonia on February 12, 2005 at Avalon Valley Rehabilitation Center. Clark
was born on October 26, 1938 a son of Norman Clark and Barbara Lindquist
Tanner. As a young man he had strong passions for hiking, climbing, skiing,
music, and philosophy. He was an avid reader and lover of books. He graduated
from Olympus High School and the University of Utah with a degree in
philosophy. He joined the Coast Guard Reserve and was trained in the San
Francisco area. Unfortunately, in early adulthood he was afflicted with
schizophrenia from which he suffered the rest of his life. As a young man,
Clark loved climbing in the Wasatch, Uinta, Teton, and Wind River Mountains.
He successfully climbed peaks in the Alps, including Mt. Rosa and the
Matterhorn. Clark's relationship in his early adulthood with Linda Daniels
English was surely one of the greatest gifts in his life. Clark will be
remembered by his family and friends for his bright mind and memory, his sense
of humor, and his committed spirit which helped him stay alert and interested
in events of the world in spite of his mental illness. Clark is survived by
his parents, Norman and Barbara Tanner of Salt Lake City; his sisters, Susan
T. Chapman of Denver; Deon T. Hilger of Santa Fe; and Deb Sawyer of Salt Lake
City; and his nephews and nieces. The family wants to thank all the people who
helped make Clark's life as rich and full as possible given his mental
illness. In particular, we want to thank the staff at Valley Mental Health,
especially Jona Nusink-Curry, Drs. Ted Wander and Marge McCoy, the staff at
Hillside Rehabilitation Center, Bonnie Thornock, the staff of Harmony Home
Health, the staff at Avalon Valley Rehabilitation Center, Lois Brandreit, and
the staff of the restaurants Clark enjoyed including Kyoto, L'Avenue, Marie
Callender's, and the Paris. We also want to thank the people at the Salt Lake
City Library and Sam Weller's Book Store for their patience and kindness in
helping Clark with all the books, articles and essays he always ordered. In
lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Salt Lake City Library or
Valley Mental Health. Family and friends plan to gather to remember Clark at a
date in June as yet undecided. Funeral under the direction of Lindquist's
Bountiful Mortuary. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005.

Whetman, Gail Douglas "Sam"
Gail "Sam" Douglas Whetman 1939 ~ 2005 Our father passed away peacefully in
his home surrounded by his family on February 14, 2005. He had been battling
cancer for over a year and how grateful we are that we had a chance to say our
last good-byes. Sam was born September 15, 1939 to Parley L. Whetman and
Virginia Noakes Whetman in Murray, Utah. He then moved to Bountiful and
attended Bountiful High, and was in the first graduating class of 1957. Sam
built his home and loved being there. He enjoyed the time he spent working on
it. He also was a wonderful gardener and took pride in his big, red tomatoes.
His favorite thing to do was to sit on his deck that overlooked his beautiful
yard and listen to the creek. Sam was a dedicated, hard worker. He worked at
L-3 Communications as an electronic engineer for 45 years. He loved
electronics and was constantly taking things apart to see if he could fix
them. Friends at work say that he was dependable and even as he went through
treatments for his cancer, he was still going to work as often as he could. We
want to thank his co-workers for everything they did to help our dad and we
know he really appreciated it. Sam was preceded in death by his brother and
best friend Randall Dean Whetman. Sam will be greatly missed by his children
and his brothers and sister. Funeral services will be Friday, February 18 at
1:00 p.m. A viewing will be held Thursday, February 17 from 6-8 p.m. and one
hour prior to the funeral service. Both will be held at Russon Brothers
Mortuary, 295 N. Main, Bountiful, Utah. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/16/2005 - 2/17/2005.