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Abbott, Ruth Mariane (Greenwell)
1918 ~ 2005 Ruth Mariane Greenwell Abbott, 86, our kind and beautiful mother,
Grammy, sister, aunt, and friend passed way February 16, 2005 at Orchard Cove
nursing facility in Bountiful, Utah. Ruth was born in Ogden, Utah, on August
14, 1918, to Thomas Clyde Greenwell and Sarah Lenora (Leah) Pardoe Greenwell.
She attended Ogden High School, Weber College, and BYU, receiving a B.A.
degree in Education in June 1940. She taught elementary school for two years.
On August 25, 1941, she married Fredric Maurice Abbott in the Salt Lake
Temple. During World Ward II, Ruth volunteered as a Nurses Aide, while Fred
was serving in the U.S. Navy in Washington, D.C. In 1949, after Fred accepted
a position with General Mills, the family move to Monterey Park, California,
where they developed many lasting friendships. The Abbotts relocated to
Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1955, where Fred worked at the General Mills Flour
Division general office. Ruth was actively involved in church activities and
community service, again, making many dear and lasting friendships. In 1965,
the family moved to the San Francisco Bay Area (Mountain View and Walnut
Creek). Fred retired from General Mills in 1980, after which Fred and Ruth
returned to their city of birth, Ogden, Utah. Ruth was a woman without guile,
who will always be remembered for her compassion and sensitivity to the
feelings of others. She was always for the underdog. Her children were amazed
with how their mother maintained close contact with the numerous friends she
and Fred had made over the years during their moves throughout the country.
The hundreds of Christmas cards she would receive each December is legendary.
All were welcome in her home, and no one left hungry. Her family could not
have asked for a more loving and caring mother and Grammy. Ruth's
grandchildren will always remember the fun Russian Rummy and Scrabble games
with their Grammy. She cherished her friends from Chareya (service club), her
bridge club, and her ceramics club. She will be dearly missed by all who knew
and loved her. Ruth is survived by her children and their spouses: Tom Abbott
(Linda), Anne Allen (John), and Bob Abbott (Cristy); 14 grandchildren, and 10
great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Myrene Van Dyke
(Bill) and numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth was preceded in death by her
husband Fred, her parents, and her brother Clyde Greenwell. Funeral services
will held at Larkin and Sons Mortuary (496 24th Street, Ogden) on Saturday,
February 19, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. Friends and relatives may call at the mortuary
on Saturday prior to the services from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Interment will be in
the Farmington City Cemetery. The family expresses their sincere thanks to the
staff of Orchard Cove in Bountiful, who were wonderful in the care they gave
Ruth and their kindness towards the family.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Alldredge, Lily Dee
Sweet Angel Lily Dee Alldredge precious daughter of David O. Alldredge and
Hetty L. Alldredge was still born February 14th, 2005. She is survived by
maternal grandparents, William H. Hopkinson of Las Vegas, NV; Deanna Carter of
Ivins, UT; great-grandparents Ernest W. and Helen Carter and Lavern Hopkinson
of St. George, UT; paternal grandparents, David A and Laura Alldredge and Paul
and Denise Ormond Pulley of Salt Lake City, UT; great-grandmother, Eve
Chynoweth of Ferron, UT, as well as many loving aunts and uncles. Graveside
services will be held Saturday, February 19th in Salt Lake City, UT. Rest in
peace sweet angel.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Anderson, Agnes Arletta (Phillips)
1912 ~ 2005 Agnes Arletta Phillips Anderson, age 92, died Feb. 15, 2005 at the
home of her daughter. Born Aug. 3, 1912 to Levi Augustus and Matilda Gurney
Phillips in Lehi, Utah. Married Hyrum Dale Anderson, Mar. 20, 1934 in the Salt
Lake Temple. Four children were born to this union: Phillip Dale (Gail);
Lorraine (Lee) Openshaw; Rosalie (Robert) Larkin; and Neil Levi; 11
grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Gave
special care to her handicapped son, Neil, for 20 years. Member of LDS Church.
Served faithfully in many Church positions. Served a mission with her husband
in the Independence, Missouri Visitor's Center. Temple worker for 10 years.
Preceded in death by her husband, Dale; two children, Rosalie and Neil; and
two great-grandchildren, Mark and Elizabeth West. Survived by two children:
Phillip, Lorraine and sister, Freda (Nyal) Fletcher. Funeral services will be
held Saturday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m. in the Midvalley Seventh Ward Chapel, 1211
East 7800 South. Friends may call Friday 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East
South Temple and at the ward one hour prior to service. Interment, Larkin
Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Andrus, Shawna Colleen Salazar
Shawna Colleen Salazar Andrus 9/30/1979 ~ 2/6/2005 Our precious little
Patches, Shawna Colleen Salazar Andrus returned to the loving arms of her
Father in Heaven on Sunday, February 6, 2005, due to injuries sustained in a
tragic automobile accident in Flagstaff, Arizona. She was born on Sunday,
September 30, 1979, to Michael Shawn and Colleen Jayne Smith Salazar at St.
Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Shawna, and the love of her life,
Joshua Brock Andrus, celebrated their first wedding anniversary on August 30,
2004. Shawna graduated from Taylorsville High School in 1998, and was employed
at Discover Card. Shawna and Joshua enjoyed spending time with their fat cat,
Tonto. Shawna will be remembered as an uncomplicated and perfect person. She
loved everything purple and collected anything related to frogs. Shawna was a
strong willed woman. She was charming and loved making new friends. Shawna's
dream was to become a police officer, following in the footsteps of her Uncle
John. Shawna is survived by her devoted husband Joshua, her parents, Mike and
Colleen, brothers and sisters, Melissa (Jim Ranke-Joshua's best friend),
Michael Jr., Angela, John, and Patrick. She is also survived by her
father-in-law Brock Andrus, mother-in-law Sherry, Joshua's sister Lexi, as
well as her grandparents and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Shawna was
preceded in death by her Uncle Joel and Aunt Carmen. In order to provide
Joshua sufficient time to recover from his injuries and to be in attendance,
the Vigil Service will be held Sunday, February 20, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. Funeral
Mass will be celebrated Monday, February 21, 2005, at 11 a.m. All services
will be held at St. John the Baptist Parish, 300 East 11800 South, Draper,
Utah. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt
Lake City, Utah. Goff Mortuary Funeral Directors. As Shawna's family, we would
like to express our deep appreciation for the overwhelming love and support we
have been receiving at this most tragic time. Shawna will be immeasurably
missed by all. We love you Sweetheart. Please watch over us and have fun
dancing with the angels.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/12/2005 - 2/19/2005.

Deragon, Anthony Lawrence "Cheif"
Anthony Deragon "Chief" SYRACUSE - Anthony Lawrence Deragon, 46, passed away
Monday, Feb. 14, 2005 at McKay-Dee Hospital from a rare pulmonary embolism. He
was born June 6, 1958 in Ashland, Wisconsin to Anthony and Esther Rose
Deragon. He was raised by Walter and Ester Rose Miller. Anthony served in the
U.S. Navy from 1977-1983. He married Deborah Crowther January 13, 1994 in
Amarillo, Texas. He was the owner of Prolift Forklift Service and Sales. He
was baptized a member of the LDS Church Dec. 6, 2002. He served with the
scouts and deacons. He was a loving husband and father and enjoyed spending
time with his family. Surviving are his wife Deborah, children, MacKenzie,
Dakota, Skylar and Sierra. and older children Christopher, Michael, Matthew
Deragon from first marriage, and four grandchildren. Preceded in death by his
son Jeremy Lee Deragon. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 19,
2005 at 2 p.m. at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Rd. Friends
and family may call Saturday from 12:45-1:45 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment,
Syracuse City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please help Anthony's wife and
children by making donations in the name of Anthony Deragon at any Wells Fargo
Bank. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Dowdle, Alva W.
Alva W. Dowdle Graveside Services SALT LAKE- Alva W. Dowdle, 82, passed away
Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005, in West Valley City, Utah. Graveside dedication will
be held on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. in the Franklin, Idaho
Cemetery. Arrangements are by Webb Funeral Home, Preston, Idaho.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

DuBois, Stephen Dale
1916 ~ 2005 Stephen Dale DuBois, age 88, beloved husband, father, grandfather
and great-grandfather, passed away on February 14, 2005 from causes incident
to age. He was born on 2 July 1916 in North Mankato, Minnesota, to Edward
Henry DuBois and Ethel Alvira Walrath. He married Slyvia L. Smith who passed
away in 1989. His second wife was Caroline Bowthorpe who passed away in 2004.
He had a great love for the outdoors and an amazing knowledge of plants,
insects, birds and all animals. He was a graduate of Mankato State University,
Makato, Minnesota. He was a biology teacher for many years at Ellsworth High
School in Ellsworth, Minnesota, at the same time he served as the school
basketball coach. He is a World War II veteran, achieving the position of
Captain as an Anti-Aircraft Gun Unit Commander. He is a retired employee of
the State of California, having served as an Efficiency Expert in Work Force
Services. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. Survived by his sister, Isis Dean (Burdett) of Edina, Minnesota,
daughters, Kathe (Kevin) Mitchell of Walnut Creek, Ca, Kristina (Glenn)
Wilfert, of Sandy, Utah, two grandchildren and one great-grandson. Preceded in
death by his parents and brothers Arden and Cedric. Funeral services will be
Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Granite View Ward Chapel at
2675 E. Mount Jordan Rd. (9800 South), with a viewing one hour prior to
services from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Burial, Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Duncan, William E.
1939 ~ 2005 William E. Duncan, age 65, passed away peacefully February 8, 2005
after a long struggle from complications of diabetes. Bill was born July 17,
1939 in Whigham, Georgia to John Floyd and Clyda Worn Duncan. He grew up in
Georgia and was sent to Alaska after enlisting in the military. It was there
he married Virginia Ruesink in 1962 and later had three children. After
leaving the military he joined an engineering firm in Alaska. His firm
relocated him to Salt Lake City in 1981. He was an active member of the Christ
United Methodist Church in Salt Lake City. He loved his family, Georgia,
reading, fishing and his remote control. He will be dearly missed by his
family and friends but we are glad to know that he is no longer in pain.
Survived by his wife Ginny; children Michael, Karen and Laurie; grandchildren
Nick, Drew, Kelli, Parker, Gabrielle and Conner; and brother Myron Prevatte.
Special thanks to his medical providers for their compassionate care. Funeral
services were held Sunday, February 13, 2005 at the Whigham United Methodist
Church in Whigham, Georgia. Memorials may be made to Christ United Methodist
Church or the American Diabetes Association.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Fehrs, Angela C. Williams
1962 ~ 2005 Angela C. Williams Fehrs, age 42, passed away on February 13,
2005, in Grover Beach, CA. She was born March 5, 1962, to Floyd Dee Thomas and
Eva M. Schacht in Salt Lake City. She married Bill Williams; they later
divorced. She then married John Fehrs. Angela enjoyed her membership in the
LDS Church, especially during her younger years. For the past 20 years, Angela
served as an officer in the U.S. armed forces. She currently held the rank of
Major. She was trained for many assignments. Some of her time in the service
was spent as a helicopter pilot and with the DEA. While assisting the DEA, she
trained law enforcement officers all over the country. Needless to say, there
were numerous other assignments during her service years. She is survived by
her mother and stepfather, Eva Dodge Baxter and Thomas Baxter, of Sandy;
sisters, Judith Borges (Pat), Wendy Jensen (Kirk), and Laurie Willis;
stepbrothers, Steven (Carol), Randy and David; and many nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Jonathan. Funeral services will be
held on Saturday, Feb. 19, at 10 a.m. at Crescent 4th Ward, 949 E. 10600 S.,
Sandy. Visitation will be held for an hour prior to services. Interment will
be in California. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of
the donor's choice. Condolences can be e-mailed through the obituaries link at
www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Fulton, James Reynolds "Jimbo"
"Jimbo" James Reynolds Fulton, age 75, passed away February 15, 2005 in Salt
Lake City, Utah. Jim was born October 3, 1929 in Drumwright, Oklahoma to Homer
and Martha Fulton. He loved to cook, play the guitar and listen to country
music. He married Gloria Barney on March 4, 1950 in Richfield, Utah, they
later divorced. Together they had four children; Melvin (died at birth),
Bonnie (Rod) Butterfield, Marie (Bob) Freudenberger and Lowell Fulton. He has
four grandchildren, ten great-grand-children and one
great-great-grand-daughter. He is also survived by two sisters; Oleta Birdsong
and Marie Nichols, as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by
both parents, his little brother, Harold and one son. The family wishes to
thank Dave Stong and Harmony Home Health. Funeral Services will be held
Monday, February 21, 2005 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West
4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Sunday evening from
5-7 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service on
Monday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/18/2005 - 2/19/2005.

Groscost, Kathleen (Sharp)
1938 ~ 2005 Kathleen Sharp Groscost, a loving wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister and friend to many passed away on Feb. 15, 2005
after a courageous and valiant battle with ALS. Born Aug. 5, 1938 in Tooele,
Utah, to William Harold Sharp and Mary Smith. She grew up in Tooele and had a
happy childhood. She attended schools in Tooele where she enjoyed learning and
excelled in many activities. She met Jim Groscost and enjoyed church and
school functions together. They were married Oct. 8, 1954 in Tooele, Utah.
Solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple Oct. 7, 1955. Kathy was always active in
the LDS Church serving in various callings. At the age of 23 she was called as
a Primary president in the Holladay 15th ward by Bishop Paul Davis. She went
on to serve the young women in the ward as a teacher in various groups over
the years and loved many into activity in the church. She served as Young
Women's president, ward Relief Society president, and as stake Relief Society
president in the Olympus Stake. She was a dedicated and devoted mother to J.
Michael (Cheryl), Gary B. (Leisa), Janalyn and Richard S. (Tiffany). She is
the grandmother of 15 and the great-grandmother of 3 8/9. She will be
remembered as an efficient and well organized person ready to help with any
project. She was clever and resourceful and had a willingness to serve. She
loved to travel and with Jim they traveled around the world. She was a green
thumber and loved to work in her gardens. She loved flowers and knew exactly
the kind and type that would grow in her yard. She would plan and have parties
that included two or 200 and loved to entertain. Her home was her castle and
she loved to share of her talents with others. She showed an exceptional and
unconditional love to all and in so doing cultivated many friends over her
lifetime. She would never leave anyone out of any activity and made sure all
was comfortable. Her special time of the year was Christmas and she spent many
days decorating the house so the family could enjoy this special feeling. She
was always eager to spend time with her family and friends. It was always a
good time for food and she was a great cook, eager to share with others and
enjoy their company. She enjoyed bowling with her buddies, sewing with the
group and dancing with Jim. She was grateful to be able to celebrate her 50th
anniversary this past year with her family and friends at her cabin in Weber
canyon. We will miss this special person. Funeral service will be held Sat.,
Feb. 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Olympus 5th Ward, 3070 Nila Way, Salt Lake City,
viewing will be held 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr, Salt
Lake City, and again one hour prior to service at the church. Interment at
Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 3401 Highland Dr.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Hales, Madeline Lee
Madeline Lee Hales 1988 ~ 2005 Our beautiful, loving daughter, sister, and
friend returned home to our Heavenly Father on Valentine's Day, February 14,
2005 at the age of 16. Mature beyond her years, Madeline was born October 25,
1988, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Nicholas and Michal Hardy Hales. She was a
sophomore at East High School, a cheerleader, member of the dance company and
an honor student. Madeline loved beauty in all things. Beautiful music,
beautiful dancing, and, most of all, beautiful people, made Madeline's life
and others', full and rich. Madeline was disciplined, organized and
self-motivated and pursued her goals with commitment and vigor. Madeline's
laugh was spontaneous and frequent and her warm, natural smile brightened the
darkest day. Madeline enjoyed and loved her many friends and often befriended
the underdog or just someone who needed a friend. Madeline was an active
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her primary focus
in her life was obeying her Heavenly Father and following her Savior Jesus
Christ. She loves the Gospel and knows the joy that comes from serving others.
Madeline developed many talents and did not hesitate to share them. Blessed
with an angelic voice, Madeline lifted her listeners heavenward. She performed
frequently in plays and musicals at City Repertory Theatre, Grand Theatre,
Hale Center Theatre and in school productions. She danced with the Salt Lake
Dance Center, Children's Dance Theater, in Ballet West's Nutcracker and
performed as a child of light during the 2002 Salt Lake Olympics. Madeline's
primary love was her family. She simply preferred to be with them even as a
teenager. She is a devoted sister, daughter and granddaughter. We will miss
her deeply in all areas of our lives, but know that our separation from her is
temporary and for a small moment. Her sisters Emilie, Rachel and Angela, her
brothers Russell, David and Clayton, her grandparents Russell and Carma Hales
and many aunts, uncles and cousins, survive Madeline. Her maternal
grandparents Grant and Janell Hardy preceded her in death. Funeral Services
will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 19, 2005 at the Monument Park
North Stake Center located at 1300 S. Wasatch Drive in Salt Lake City, Utah. A
viewing will be held Friday, 6-8 p.m. at Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 1300 S. 2350
E., and Saturday at the Stake Center 90 minutes prior to the service.
Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences:
www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.


Heninger, Vera Holbrook
1918 ~ 2005 Vera Holbrook Heninger, 86, passed away February 16, 2005, at her
home in Provo, Utah. She was born October 29, 1918 in Provo, Utah to Lafayette
Hinckley Holbrook and Alsina Elizabeth Brimhall Holbrook, the 10th of their 11
children. She was the granddaughter of George H. Brimhall, president of
Brigham Young University. Following her sisters and brother, she attended BYU
Elementary Training School, Jr. High and High School. She graduated from
Brigham Young University in 1940 and the following year taught Home Economics
at Provo High School. On June 5, 1941 she married her sweetheart, Maurice King
Heninger, in the Salt Lake Temple. She journeyed with him to Raymond, Alberta,
Canada. There she won approval as a new bride when she took over the care and
feeding of 12 ranch hands. After some years in Canada, where Maurice received
his medical degrees, they established a home in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Always a
kind and gentle person, her skills in running a home and unselfish nature
filled the home with love and laughter. Her husband and family were the center
of her life and she basked in their individual achievements and in just being
near and around them. She served faithfully in numerous callings in the LDS
Church. Survivors include her husband, Dr. Maurice K. Heninger of Provo, UT;
two sisters, Helen Dahlquist of Provo, UT and Elaine Haymore of Salt Lake
City, UT; children, Launa Nelson of Gilbert, AZ; Rebecca (Gary) Jewkes of
Atlanta, GA; Steven (Melanie) Heninger of Boise, ID; Barbara (Brad) Carlson of
Idaho Falls, ID and David (Kathy) Heninger of Idaho Falls, ID; 32
grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her
daughter Susan and by one great-granddaughter. Funeral services will be held
at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at the Provo Edgemont 9th Ward Chapel,
4300 N. Canyon Rd, Provo. Friends may visit with family on Friday evening,
Feb. 18, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center St., as
well as Sat. afternoon at the church from 12:30-1:45 p.m. Interment will be in
the Provo City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Hess, Laurie Dawn
1958 ~ 2005 Laurie Dawn Hess, 46, was born August 27, 1958 to William R. and
Fern R. Hess of Salt Lake City, Utah. Our Laurie valiantly fought an infection
that came on fast and took her long before any of us were ready to let her go.
She returned to our Heavenly Father on February 8, 2005. She leaves behind a
beautiful daughter, Abigail Rebecca; two brothers, Rick (Anne) and Chip
(Beatrice); and three sisters, Becky Boyack (Harold), Jodi Ellsworth (Butch),
and Julie Thomson (Dan); numerous aunts, uncles, friends, and nieces and
nephews; especially Tyler, Ryan, Mitchell, Alexis, and Megan for whom she
frequently provided loving daily care. Laurie's easy smile and cheerful
attitude made you want to be her friend. Spending time with Laurie inevitably
meant lots of laughter. Laurie was a loving and devoted mother, a fantastic
cook, she had a beautiful singing voice, was very articulate with the written
and spoken word, and created amazing works of art with her crochet hook.
Laurie recently discovered a new talent - teaching. She was an assistant in a
computer class, and her students instantly loved her - just like the rest of
us. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 19, 2005, at 12:00 noon
at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 South 1950 East, Sandy. A visitation will be
held on Friday evening, February 18, 2005, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and again on
Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m., just prior to the funeral service. The family
would like to express deep gratitude for the gentle and loving care Laurie
received at the Intensive Care Units at Cottonwood and LDS Hospitals, most
specifically, her nurses Jeannette and Rob.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Lambert, Marjorie Isabelle (Linton)
1909 ~ 2005 Marjorie Isabelle (Linton) Lambert, age 95, passed away Tuesday,
February 15, 2005 at home with her six children and many other family members
at her side. She was the daughter of John Barrett and Frances Child Linton.
Marjorie married Thomas Allan Lambert in the Salt Lake Temple on December 7,
1932. Mom's life was centered around her children, extended family and the
Gospel. She enjoyed visiting with her children, grandchildren and
great-grandchildren and sharing her love of life and testimony with them. Her
life was spent in serving others. She loved her various callings in the
church, including, Primary, Young Women, Relief Society, and especially her
many years of service in the Salt Lake Temple. She was amazingly imaginative
and her hands were always busy creating gifts for others. Visitors often left
with a hand-made gift. After her beloved husband's untimely passing, she
learned to live independently, and enjoyed being able to live in her home and
manage her own personal affairs very successfully. She had the opportunity to
visit her children living in California, Japan and Georgia. She was known for
her beautiful smile that greeted everyone. Even casual acquaintances were
edified by her sweet spirit and commented on her smile. Her concern for others
was evident in everything she did. She is survived by her four sons and two
daughters: Robert Allan, Howard John (Nancy), Thomas Linton (Jo Ann), St.
George, UT; Glen Lionel (Janet), Marjorie Cannegieter (Ron) Georgia and Ann
Hansen (Alan); 32 grandchildren; 78 great-grandchildren and 11
great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, her eternal
companion; Allan, nine siblings, daughter-in-law Myrna Holding (Robert's
wife), and grandson Tobin (Robert's son). Funeral services will be held
Saturday, February 19, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., at the East Millcreek 1st Ward,
2700 East Evergreen Avenue (3435 South). Friends may call on Friday evening
from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East,
and at the Church on Saturday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the
services. Interment: Larkin Sunset Gardens. Funeral Directors: The Holbrook
Mortuary.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Lewis, John W.
1926 ~ 2005 BRIGHAM CITY -John Walker Lewis, 78, passed away February 16, 2005
in Brigham City. He was born on April 13, 1926 in Roseville, Michigan a son of
John Elmer and Irene Pearl Walker Lewis. He grew up in Box Elder County until
he served in the Army in World War II. He married his sweetheart Donna Rock on
August 21, 1947 in the Salt Lake Temple. John graduated from BYU. He was a
member of the Brigham City 14th Ward. John's work with American Can Co. took
him to the Chicago area for 20 years, until he came back home and worked at
Thiokol. He spoke little, served much and was always there. His motto was
honesty and integrity. Surviving are his wife, Donna Lewis, Brigham City, UT;
children, John Russell (Constance) Lewis, Petersen, UT; Martin Kay (Diane)
Lewis, Valpariso, IN; Tamera Lewis (Timothy) Nesmith, Cedar City, UT; DaNae
Lewis (Jesse) Rock, Logan, UT; Don Marshall (Miyuki) Lewis, Atlanta, GA; 17
grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, twin brother, Marshall Lewis, Settle,
WA; half brother Tom Lewis, FL. Preceded in death by parents, son, Kent Alan
Lewis, half sister, June and brother, Earl Lewis. Funeral Services will be
held on Monday, February 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Brigham City 14th Ward
Chapel, 650 Anderson Dr., Brigham City. Friends may call on Sunday from 6-8
p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 100 E., Brigham City and on Monday from 10:00
to 10:40 a.m. at the Church. Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Paulson, LaVon Norton
1915 ~ 2005 LaVon Norton Paulson, 89, our beloved mom, grandma, and friend
passed away on February 15, 2005 in the loving presence of her family. She was
born June 10, 1915 in Hiawatha, UT. to James and Lillian Norton as the
youngest of nine children. She married Don Paulson on October 19, 1935 and
their union was later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. She is survived by her
five children; Sally (James) Featherstone, Carole (Evan) Williams, Reed
(Berenda) Paulson, June Cassidy, Brad (Cindy) Paulson, 11 grandchildren, and
13 great grandchildren. LaVon was preceded in death by her husband, Don in
1964, two grandsons, as well as all of her siblings. Mother's life was an
example of love and devotion to her family. She will always be remembered for
her kind caring ways, smiling face and sweet dimples. Funeral services will be
Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at 12:00 Noon at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 S. 900 E.,
Murray, UT. Friends and family may visit Friday, from 6-8 at the Mortuary and
also 10:45-11:45 the day of the service. Interment, Redwood Memorial Cemetery,
6500 S. Redwood Rd.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Pedersen, Vivian L.
7/14/1910 ~ 2/16/2005 MURRAY- Vivian L. Pedersen, 94, died Wednesday, February
16, 2005 of natural causes. She was born July 14, 1910 to Alfred and Ellen
Hanson in Murray Utah. She was the youngest child of two brothers and a sister
and the final survivor of her family. She married Clarence Pedersen February
14, 1941. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
She was a longtime resident of Murray, Utah. She came of age during the Great
Depression. Vivian was a devoted wife and mother. She was valiant as she cared
of her husband in his final years. Her love and concern has always been for us
even until the end. Her family will miss her but we know she will be in our
hearts forever. She is survived by her two sons Ray Pedersen (Linda) and Chris
Pedersen (Karen); grandchildren Tyler Pedersen (Jeri Lynn) Jodi Tueller,
Kallie Tueller, Karaghan Lily Tueller, Jennifer Pedersen, Kathy Pedersen and
other nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband Clarence and
her son Don Pack. We want to express our appreciation for the compassionate
care our mother received at Garden Terrace and Care Source Hospice during her
final months of her life. A funeral will be held at Jenkins and Soffe
Mortuary, 4760 S. State Street, Murray, UT, Monday, February 21 at 11:00 am. A
viewing will be held Sunday evening February 20, 5-7 p.m. and one hour prior
to the service. Interment, Murray City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Pinales, Raymond Anthony "Ray"
1953 ~ 2005 Raymond Anthony Pinales "Ray" passed quietly from this life on
February 15, 2005. Ray was born December 11, 1953 in San Marcos, Texas to
Humberto and Esther Pinales. He grew up in San Marcos and graduated from Palo
Duro High School. On November 16, 2002, he married Ginger, who he referred to
as the angel of his life. Ray has a love of model trains, theater, comedy
improv, doing movie productions and chasing trains. The loves of his life are
his wife, six kids, and his grandchild Alayna. He is an Elder in the LDS
Church. He was employed at Cisco and previously employed at UTA. He had a
contagious smile, a big heart, a zannie personality and loved to make people
laugh. He self-proclaimed himself "The Mad-Mex". Ray is survived by his wife,
Ginger, parents, Humberto Pinales (Flora) and Esther Pinales and in-laws Clara
Welsh and Vince Welsh, children; Adam, Briana, Megan, Skyler, Devon and Ryan
Spencer. Grandchild; Alayna, brothers and sisters; Phillip (Martha), David
(April), Michael, James, Richard Maggi, Julie Maggi, Tammy Lee (Mark); Grandma
Eggett and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends. The
family will meet with friends at the Farmington. Utah 1st Ward, 825 South 50
East, from 8:00-9:45 a.m. on Saturday, February 19, 2005. The funeral service
will start on that same day at 10:00 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Polly, Caroline Scorup
Caroline Scorup Polly 1908 ~ 2005 A dear and gracious lady has passed from
among us into a better world. On February 15, 2005, Caroline Scorup Polly died
at age 96 of causes incident to old age. She was born on April 4, 1908 in
Salina, Utah, her father's hometown. He had taken the family to Salina from
their home in Bluff, Utah, so that this sixth child could be delivered by a
doctor. But on the day Caroline was born, the doctor was out of town. And so,
her father John Albert Scorup, a rancher who had delivered many a calf,
delivered her himself with instructions from his wife Emma Theodora Bayles,
who was a midwife, as well as a schoolteacher. Caroline was the youngest of
six sisters, Edna Scorup Larsen, Veda Bayles Scorup Nelson Williams, Anna
LaVerde Scorup Gurney, Juliette Scorup Ward, and Pearl Alberta Scorup
Fairbourn, who all died before she did. Growing up to the age of nine in
Bluff, Caroline saw there the last mustering of the U.S. Cavalry from Denver
for an expected Indian uprising which never happened. Her family moved to
Provo, so that all six sisters could graduate from BYU. Caroline chose to
major in Dietetics and Business. While at BYU she met her sweetheart Orville
Louis Polly, who became her chemistry lab instructor and husband. They married
during the Great Depression on August 29, 1934 in the Salt Lake Temple and
rode the bus for their honeymoon to Baltimore, Maryland, where Orville
completed his Ph.D. Fortunately finding a job in the oil industry in Southern
California, they settled in Long Beach, where they raised their family, Karen
Elizabeth, Julie Ann and Kenneth Edward. Caroline and Orville made many
wonderful friends and were active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. For many years Caroline was the secretary-treasurer of the Relief
Society women's organization of the church during the bazaar era. She also
taught Primary, Mutual, Sunday School and was a faithful visiting teacher as
long as she was able. When Orville died in 1971, Caroline followed through
alone on their retirement plans to move back to Provo. The people of her
neighborhood and Edgemont 8th, now the 11th Ward have been cherished friends.
Caroline held her extended family together by keeping in touch. She always
knew just what to bring each person she visited. She was a consummate
Christmas elf. She crocheted numerous afghans for loved ones. She nurtured
beautiful flowers. She loved to go galavanting in her car. And she delighted
in tossing firecrackers on the Fourth of July. We who are left here will miss
her greatly. Her son Ken passed away in 1991. Karen Polly Sandberg (Howard)
and Julie Polly Snow (Jerry) survive her, along with eleven grandchildren, 17
great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. We thank the people at Orem
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their kind care of our beloved mother,
grandmother and Aunt Caroline. The funeral will be held on Saturday, February
19, 2005, at 12:00 noon in the Edgemont 11th Ward chapel, 3050 Mojave Lane
(3050 N. 1250 E.) in Provo, Utah. Friends may call at the church on Saturday
morning from 10:30-11:45. Interment will be in the Provo City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to www.bergmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Rex, Diania H.
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
Colombia. 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, 18th, 7-8 p.m., at Metcalf
Mortuary, St. George. 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 2/18/2005.

Roach, Vicky V.
Vicky V. Roach 1948 ~ 2005 Vicky, beloved daughter of God, returned to Him
February 15, 2005. She rejoined her mother Ferne who preceded her in March of
2004. Vicky was born September 8, 1948 to Ferne and Ellis Varcoe. She was
raised in Salt Lake City where she met her eternal companion Tom. They were
married July 31, 1968 in the Logan temple. An artistic and creative woman, she
enjoyed sharing her talents with family and friends. She was always supportive
of those in need, unconditionally giving of her love. Vicky had the uncommon
ability to empathize with the many people who's lives she touched. She was a
mother to many more than the children to whom she gave birth. She enjoyed
traveling with her family, especially along the majestic Southern Oregon
coast. She is survived by her husband Tom; children Lisa (Tom Frankowski),
Corey, Rebecca (Jason Pahl), Gregory; and grandchildren. Also by her father
Ellis and sister Nancy of Fort Jones, CA. Funeral services will be held
Saturday, February 19th at 2:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300
South. Friends and family may call one hour prior. Email condolences at
www.larkinmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/17/2005 - 2/18/2005.

Schweibish, Hannah
Hannah Schweibish 12/14/04 ~ 2/15/05 MAGNA-Our sweet precious Hannah was
called back early by the Lord February 15, 2005 after passing away in her
home. She was born December 14th, 2004 at LDS Hospital, Salt Lake City, Utah
to Jared Schweibish and Jody Finley. She lived just a short time yet touched
an enormous amount of hearts. Hannah Lynn loved spending time with her family
and being mauled by her brother and sisters. She had big wandering eyes, with
a soft smile that made people melt. We were so blessed to have her with us and
she will live in our hearts and memories forever. We love and miss you and
will always be in our prayers Boo Hannah. Hannah is survived by her parents,
Jared Schweibish and Jody Finley; brother, Sean, sisters Kamei and Bradie. She
is also survived by grandparents, Mary Adams, Kenneth Schweibish, Tom and
Ronda Beecher, Rick and Shannon Harrold; great grandparents John and Ruth Van
den Arend, and Darlene Wade. Also many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral
services will be held Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at 12:00 noon at Valley View
Funeral Home, 4335 W. 4100 So. There will be a viewing Feb. 19. at 10:30 prior
to the service. Interment will be in the Valley View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Schweppe, Ellen Grace (Hanson)
Ellen Grace Hanson Schweppe "Devoted Wife, Mother" died February 16, 2005.
Born September 3, 1925 to Roy David and Johanna Magdelena Wolf Hanson in Buena
Vista, Utah. Grace was an active member of the LDS Church. More than anything
she loved her husband and family. Grace loved good books, music, art and
travel; was a talented seamstress; she donated many hundreds of hours in
service to family, friends and community and was thoughtful in remembering
those who served her family. Survived by her loving husband, Ralph C.
Schweppe, Sr.; daughters, Mary Ellen Barnes, Kathryn Stevens Carbine, Ruth
(Rictor) Glass, Bette (Bruce) Miller; Roselyn Earl Stevens, Mary Jane
Michaelis; sons, Rex (Kathy) Stevens, Glen (Annie) Stevens, Ralph C. Schweppe,
Jr.; sisters, Marlene (Burton) Lorensen, Josephene (DeVel) Gedge; brothers,
Kenneth (Norma) Hanson, Wayne B. Hanson and Harold (Fern) Hanson; 40
grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; aunts, Irene (Howard) Belka and
Norma Briscoe. Preceded in death by her son, Lyle Roy Stevens; brother,
Melvin; parents and first husband, Jasper C. Stevens. Funeral Services will be
Monday, February 21, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Taylorsville 20th Ward, 3120
West 4700 South. A viewing will be Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at McDougal Funeral
Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Monday from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Church.
Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Simmons, Beulah Monk
1929 ~ 2005 Beulah Monk Simmons, 75, of Bountiful died Wednesday, February 16,
2005 at the U of U hospital after a brief illness. She was born April 26, 1929
in Cowley, Wyoming to Thomas and Chloe Monk, and married Lee T. Simmons
September 3, 1947 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Mother was dedicated to the
Gospel and found fulfillment in her years of service at the Bountiful Temple.
Beulah is survived by her husband of 57 years; their five children: Calvin
(Janice) Simmons, Colette Miller, Marvin (Patty) Simmons, Ron (Sharon)
Simmons, Marilyn (Rick) Olsen; a brother Coulam Monk; a sister Mary Cloward;
24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her
parents and two brothers Jones and Calvin Monk. Funeral Services will be held
Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 10 a.m. in the Bountiful Hills Ward, 1190 E.
Bountiful Hills Drive, Bountiful. Friends may call Friday evening 6:30 - 8:30
p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 N. Main Street, Bountiful and at the
Chapel on Saturday 8:30-9:30 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be in
the Bountiful City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Smith, Joann Despain
1938 ~ 2005 Joann Despain Smith died on February 6, 2005 in Arlington,
Virginia after a long illness. Joann was born and raised in Salt Lake City,
Utah where she attended local schools including the University of Utah. She
was born on September 5, 1938, the only child of Vaughn and Ruth Rosenlund
Despain. She met G. Robert Smith on a blind date on Friday, September 13th,
and later recorded in her journal that it was the "luckiest day of my life."
She is survived by her husband and three children, Leslie (Roland) Whatcott of
Salem, Utah; Stephanie (Reeve) Southam of Bowling Green, Ohio and Gerrit
(Stacy) R. Smith, Jr. of Greensboro, North Carolina. She was the proud
grandmother of six granddaughters and four grandsons, Corinne (Ben) Whatcott
Potter of Prosser, Washington; Candace, Christine, April, Angela, Daniel,
Matthew Whatcott, all of Salem; Jacob Southam, of Bowling Green; Juliana and
Jackson Smith, both of Greensboro. Joann was delighted to have two beautiful
great granddaughters, Natalie and Lucy Potter, of Prosser. Joann was an active
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served as a
long-time and loving teacher of children and as president of her wards and
stakes Primary, Young Women and Relief Society in the McLean Virginia Stake
and in the Virginia Beach, Virginia Stake. All who knew Joann loved her for
her friendliness. Her health declined following two strokes, and recently she
suffered another stroke, causing her great pain and discomfort. She is now
freed from that suffering for which her family is grateful, with our
understanding that she is in a state of happiness with her loved ones in
paradise where she and they shall rest from all their troubles and from all
care, and sorrow. Funeral services were held in McLean Virginia on February
12, and Salt Lake City services will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 2:00
p.m. in the chapel at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive in Salt
Lake City where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment
will be at the cemetery following the services. Joann was a great champion of
the poor and the needy, and as such contributions may be made, as a memorial
to her, to Sri Lankan Help, P.O. Box 994, McLean, VA 22101 to assist the
wonderful people of that country who lost loved ones in the devastating
Tsunami, and who are rebuilding their homes with our help.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.

Westwood, Ralph W.
1928 ~ 2005 Ralph W. Westwood died February 13, 2005 in Salt Lake City. If you
are reading this, I have taken my last breath. Instead of your having now to
put together my obituary, consider letting me write it for you, as follows. I
was born on March 29, 1928, to William H. and Gladys Barker Westwood, in Salt
Lake City. I grew up there and after graduating from the University of Utah
College of Law in 1952, practiced law there for a time, mostly while working
half time and later full time for the State of Utah. That job led to my
working for the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads in Washington, D.C. My last job of
any consequence, it involved the collection and analysis of highway accident
and travel data. In time, I left Washington to live again in Salt Lake City. I
never married, living most of my life with my stepmother, Ruth Newman
Westwood, in her home in Salt Lake City. There she gave me sustenance of every
kind, sacrificing unstintingly in doing so yet avoiding being judgmental with
me about my many shortcomings. That I didn't deserve what she did for me is a
huge understatement. To each member of my family (both nuclear and extended)
and to each of my friends: Thanks for the joy and richness you brought into my
life and for being you. Carry on...and take care. Ralph is survived by mother,
Ruth N. Westwood, sisters; Carol (Arnold) Angle, Sandy, UT., and JoAnn (Gale)
Johnson, Grover, WY; brothers; Dale (Shirley) Westwood, Salt Lake City, and
Richard Westwood, Cedar City, UT; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in
death by parents, sister Lucile (Carl) Weatherbee, nieces, Shauna Angle and
Linda Weatherbee. Memorial services will Friday February 18, at 3:00 p.m. at
the Wasatch Ward, 1750 South 1500 East. Inurnment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial
Mausoleum 3401 South Highland Dr.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/18/2005.