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Allington, Naomi Gatherum
Naomi Gatherum Allington 3/30/1919 ~ 2/19/2005 Naomi Gatherum Allington, 85,
passed away Feb. 19, 2005. Born March 30, 1919 in Provo, Utah to James T. and
Effie Boren Gatherum. Married Gilbert C. Allington June 29, 1937 in the Salt
Lake Temple. She worked 26 years as an assistant canteen manager at the V.A.
Hospital. Active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
She was inducted into the Salt Lake County and Utah State Fast Pitch Softball
Hall of Fame. Played for the Shamrocks softball team. She was an avid bowler.
She enjoyed yard work, especially her raspberry patch and lawn. She was a very
outgoing person doing much for her family, neighbors, and others. Survived and
loved by husband, Gilbert; daughter, Jeri Lynne (Don) Wehrli; eight
grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Sharp. Preceded in
death by one great-grandson; sister, Fay Eagan and brother, James. Funeral
services will be held Friday, Feb. 25, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Holladay 4th
Ward, 4917 South Viewmont Street. Friends and family may call Thursday from
6-8 p.m. at Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Dr. and at the ward
Friday one hour prior to services. Interment, Holladay Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Badger, Sidney V.
Sidney V Badger 1/8/1915 ~ 2/21/2005 Sidney V Badger died peacefully in his
sleep on Monday, February 21, 2005 at the age of 90. Great-grandson to LDS
Prophet John Taylor, Sidney was born January 8, 1915 in Salt Lake City, Utah
to Mary Swan Badger and Jesse Taylor Badger. He attended the University of
Utah prior to serving a LDS mission to South Africa in 1938. Upon his return,
he enlisted and served in Naval Intelligence during World War II. He was
ultimately commissioned an officer and served in the Amphibious Forces as an
executive officer on LSM 374 participating in the invasions of Tinian, Saipan,
and Okinawa. After the war, Sid completed his education at the University of
California, Berkeley, earning a degree in Accounting. In 1941 he married
Frances Young Rogers, his wife of 56 years until her death in 1997. They had
three children: Brenda Badger Gilchrist (deceased), formerly of Mesa, Arizona;
Dr Rodney S Badger of Provo, Utah; and Dr James T Badger of Atheron,
California. Sidney and Frances made their home in the San Francisco Bay Area
where he worked as a land developer building apartments and homes. His
projects extended to Arizona, New Mexico, and Florida. Sidney was an innovator
throughout his career, utilizing progressive construction methods,
implementing new techniques in utilizing aquascaping to enhance the grounds,
and establishing child care centers at apartment complexes in advance of the
industry. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints he served as a counselor to David B Haight in the Palo Alto Stake
Presidency and for many years on the Stake High Council. After the death of
his wife Frances he moved to Mesa, Arizona to be near his daughter Brenda and
benefit from her care and assistance. Sidney is remembered by his children and
grandchildren for his strong faith, keen intellect, sense of humor, and
creative thinking. He'll be sorely missed and continue to have our love.
Funeral services will be at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 S., Salt Lake
City on Saturday, February 26 at 2 p.m. Viewing will be at 1 p.m. Interment
will follow at the Salt Lake Cemetery. ( rodbadger@comcast.net )

Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Beard, William Jay
William Jay Beard 1961 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father and brother, William
Jay Beard, 43, passed away peacefully Feb. 20th, surrounded by his loving
family. He was born May 27, 1961 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Ernest Earl and
Beverly Jean Ipsen Beard. He married Christine Julia Rodriguez in Salt Lake
City on September 1, 1990. An avid fisherman, Billy will be greatly missed by
his family and friends. Billy is survived by his wife and children Amber,
Sabrina and Kenneth. He is also survived by his mother and Grandma Ipsen,
brothers Mike, Dennis (Chong), Gary (Dayna) and Robert (Jenannine); his sister
Marie (Stan) and many uncles and aunts. He was preceded in death by his father
and mother-in-law Mary Walters. Memorial services will be held at 11:30 a.m.
on Friday, Feb. 25, 2005 at the Riverside Stake Center, 1148 W. 500 N. in Salt
Lake City. Arrangements by SereniCare, Funeral Directors.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Boyd Sr., Byron Woodrow
Byron Woodrow Boyd, Sr. 1916 ~ 2005 Our beloved brother, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and friend died peacefully on Sat., February 19, 2005. Byron
was born on April 12, 1916 in Eureka, Utah. He was the ninth of eleven
children. He grew up in Heber City, Vernal and Provo, Utah. He graduated from
Provo High School and attended one year of college at the University of
Arizona in Tucson. As a young man Byron was a successful boxer, holding the
Intermountain States Lightweight Championship for three years. After winning
32 of 34 amateur fights, he turned pro. He won his first pro match and went on
to win all but one of his seven professional bouts. But then, as a headline
read in the papers of the day, Boyd Meets his Match" referring to falling
head-over-heels in love with his soon to be wife Maurine. "Fabulous
lightweight KO's Boyd in first round with a terrific blow to the heart." He
married his eternal sweetheart, Agnes "Maurine" Bruce, in the Salt Lake Temple
on October 14, 1940. During World War II, Byron served in the United States
Army from February 1945 to June 1946. He served overseas in the Philippines.
Byron loved his country and the principles of freedom it stands for. Byron was
never afraid of hard work. He worked hard and taught his children to
appreciate the value of hard word. As a newlywed, Byron lived in Long Beach,
California and worked for the South California Gas Company and Golden State
Creamery. He then went on to work for Beneficial Life Insurance Company in
California and Utah for 23 years where he won many awards and recognitions. He
started a carpet cleaning business, Deseret Carpet Cleaning, in Provo, Utah,
which he sold after 12 successful years. Byron started writing poetry after he
met his sweetheart Maurine. He went on to compose many wonderful poems and
songs throughout the years, which were compiled into a work entitled "A True
Life Family Love Story in Poetry and Song." His written and musical
expressions of love and humor will continue to be treasured by his family.
Byron had a wonderful baritone voice and shared his talent through the years,
often singing duets with his wife at church meetings and social gatherings.
Byron and Maurine both sang with the Southern California Mormon Choir. In his
later years, he turned to whistling and could whistle any song upon request.
An avid scholar of health and wellness, Byron truly lived by laws of good
health. He blessed the lives of family and countless others by sharing his
knowledge of health and massage. Byron had a creative mind and was often
creating a new invention or marketing health products. Byron loved a good joke
and always had one to share. In his later years, he spent his time gardening,
helping others in need, and doing good in the community. Byron has always been
a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day-Saints. He
served in many church organizations throughout the years. Byron was a Seventy
and called to be a missionary. He spoke about how much he enjoyed his years as
a Stake Missionary in Southern California. He loved sharing his strong
testimony of the Savior. One of his most treasured experiences was serving a
mission, with his wife, in the Philippines (1987-1988). He loved the Filipino
people and gained many fond memories and friends. While there, he participated
in the Operation Smiles humanitarian effort and marveled in the change this
made in people's lives. He was preceded in death by his wife and sweetheart,
Maurine Bruce Boyd, his parents, John David Boyd, Jr. and Hannah Peterson; his
siblings, John David Boyd, Emmet Lorain Boyd, Savie"V" Peay, Olive Bengta
Boyd, Alameda Boyd, George Edward Boyd, Lewis Hubbard Boyd, and Sherman Boyd;
and a grandson, Sean Echeverria. He is survived by his sisters, Ida Reid of
Provo, Utah and Mildred Arnold of Las Vegas, NV; his children, Byron "Bud"
Boyd, Jr., Orem, UT; Bruce Boyd, West Valley City, UT; Gay Lynn Reeves-Hansen,
Holladay, UT; Dennis Boyd, Sandy, UT; Ronald Boyd, Salt Lake City, UT; Scott
Boyd, Kamas, UT; and Melody Lundquist, University Place, WA; and many in-laws,
nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may
call Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center St.
Funeral Services will be held Sat., February 26 at 11 a.m., with a viewing
from 10-10:45 a.m., at Cherry Hill Sixth Ward Chapel located at 1650 S. 200
E., Orem, UT. Interment will be at Timpanogos Memorial Gardens, 1000 N. 400
E., Orem. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to
the LDS Church Missionary Fund, or donations in memory of Byron W. Boyd Sr.
for research of macular degeneration, c/o Eve LeClaire, Moran Eye Center, 50
N. Medical Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84132.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Bradfield, Rachel L.
Rachel L. Bradfield 1907 ~ 2005 Rachel L. Bradfield, age 97, of Duncanville,
Texas passed away on Feb. 23, 2005. Rachel was born on Sept. 10, 1907 in
Union, Sandy, UT to Job H. and Helen Smart Severson. She married Charles B.
Bradfield on Sept. 8, 1925 in Farmington, UT. Charles developed a special
talent for building smelters to separate and refine precious metals from ore.
While working in the Philippines, at the beginning of World War II, the
Bradfield's were captured by the Japanese and spent nearly four years as
prisoners of war in Manila. At the end of the war they spent considerable time
living in Utah, Louisiana and Dallas, Texas. After the death of her husband,
Rachel retired in Dallas where she has been very active in her church and
community. She served over 27 years as a volunteer for the American Red Cross
as well as other hospitals giving care to those in need. According to Rachel,
the American Red Cross organization saved her life while she was incarcerated
in the Philippines. The packages sent by the Red Cross provided the additional
food etc. needed to sustain life. Rachel is a member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints and has spent considerable time serving at the
Dallas LDS Temple as well as feeding and contributing financially to the needs
of the missionaries of the Church. Her friends and relatives will always
remember her great example through her many years of service to others. She
learned through her life's experiences to look to the welfare of others first
and was very seldom known to complain. Truly this was a wonderful woman. She
is survived by one sister, Blanche (Homer) Benson, of Provo, Utah; as well as
many nieces and nephews who love her dearly. A memorial service will be held
at Laurel Land Memorial Park, 6000 So. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX on
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005 at 10 a.m. Rachel's family wish to express their
thanks to her loyal and devoted friends in the Dallas area for their love and
constant support these many years, and to the Lennwood Care Center where she
has received warm and thoughtful care for the past several months.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Bradley, Josephine Chavez
Josephine Chavez Bradley "Ju Ju Bee" Our beloved wife, daughter, sister, niece
and cousin went to be with our Lord, February 21, 2005 after a life-long
battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Born to Anthony and Michele January 5, 1986 in
Salt Lake City, UT. Preceded in death by grandma and grandpa Jaramillo, sister
Cristina. Left behind is her husband Josh, mother Michele, brother Billy, and
father Tony; several aunts, uncles; numerous cousins; Nana and Tata and
great-grandma Stella. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday 1:00 p.m. at the
Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary 372 East 100 South. Friends may call Friday
from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to the service also at the
mortuary. The family would like to thank the University Of Utah Hospital 2
East for all their love and support. Dr. McElligot and Dr. Carveth. Thank you
grandma and grandpa Hyde for all the trips to Montana. In lieu of flowers
please make contributions to Freedom Worship Center P.O. Box 476 West Jordan,
UT. 84084.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Bradshaw, Dick
Dick Bradshaw 1948 ~ 2005 Born Nov. 8, 1948 to Bob and Beulah Bradshaw. Died
Feb. 20, 2005 due to complications from Pneumonia. He was a loving husband to
Patsy, a devoted dad to JoAnthony (Linda), Steve (Roshaun), Pat Jennifer
(Matt), George (Katie), and Mackenzie (Dev). He was "Grandpa Poop" to 14
grandkids who will miss him very much and three great grand-kids. Preceded in
death by his parents; survived by Keith (Jodi), Dan (Jolene), Ken (Penn) and
Rob (Gwen). Graveside services at Valley View Memorial Park 4335 W. 4100 S.
Thursday, Feb. 24 at 9:00 a.m. There will and Open House at the Bradshaw's
11:00. A special thanks to all the staff at the Veteran's Hospital your love
and support are greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to the Bradshaw Trust Fund at Gibbons & Reed Credit Union 1000 No. Warm
Springs Rd., Salt Lake City
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Christensen, Richard James
Richard James Christensen, "Stripes" MAGNA/SALT LAKE-Our beloved son, brother,
nephew and uncle, Richard James Christensen, 19, passed away February 22, 2005
in Salt Lake City from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was
born August 5, 1985 in Salt Lake City to Jerry S. and Karen Burchill
Christensen. Rich loved sports, the Jazz, movies, collecting penguins, and
especially his shoes. He was very kind to and well liked by everyone who met
him, and he always had a smile. Survived by his parents; brothers and sisters,
Kemi Christensen, Kallyn (Jamie) Ashby, Matt (Kalli) Tabolt, Mandy (Aerron)
Tate, and Jarrett Christensen; 11 nieces and nephews; numerous aunts and
uncles. Preceded in death by his grandparents. Funeral services will be held
12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005 in the Lee Ward, 3805 S. Main St., South Salt
Lake. Friends may call Friday 6-8 p.m. at Peel Funeral Home, 8525 W. 2700 S.,
Magna. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Cuthbert, Marguerite
Marguerite Cuthbert 1916 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and
friend, Marguerite Deardon Cuthbert passed away on Feb. 22, 2005, at the age
of 89 in Lehi, Utah. She was born on Feb. 14, 1916 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to
William Thomas and Ethel Pearl Mathews Deardon. She was one of eight children.
Marguerite grew up in Idaho Falls and graduated from the Idaho Falls High
School. She married Evan F. Cuthbert on Feb. 24, 1934. He preceded her in
death on Oct. 28, 1995. The majority of their married lives was spent in Idaho
Falls, but they lived for a time in Murray, Utah and eventually moved to St
George, Utah. Marguerite worked at many difficult jobs to help her family
during World War II and the depression. She enjoyed the years she spent as
secretary of the Girl Scouts and Community Chest. She loved to read, crochet,
and spend time with her family. She became a member of the LDS Church when her
grandson, Steven, baptized her in 1998. She had many wonderful and caring
friends in St. George who looked out for her. She is survived by her son, Gary
(Jackie) Cuthbert of Lehi, Utah; grandchildren, Laura Drake (Alan), Lisa
Simonsen (Vern), Steven Cuthbert (Melanie), and Debra Lott (Danen); nine
great-grandchildren, Melyn, Jordan, Jared, Mallory, Mitchell, Evan, Hailey,
Scott, and Connor all of the Salt Lake Valley; and many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express its deepest appreciation to the wonderful people
at the Greenwood Manor in Lehi who were so caring and concerned for her during
the past several weeks. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. in the Buck-Miller-Hahn Funeral Home, 825 E. 17th, Idaho Falls,
ID. A viewing will be held from 10:30 a.m. until time of services. Interment,
Rose Hills Cemetery, Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Dunn, Robert Vern
Robert Vern Dunn 12/25/35 ~ 2/20/05 Robert Vern Dunn, loving husband, father,
grandfather and friend to all who knew him, passed away February 20, 2005
while vacationing in Hawaii. Robert was born December 25, 1935 in Murray Utah
to Kenneth Vern and Vera Whetman Dunn. He married his eternal companion,
Constance Gay Robinson on June 19, 1958 in the Salt Lake Temple. He is
survived by his wife Gay, Sandy Utah; daughters, Stacie Frame (Scott), South
Jordan; Shawn Simons (Brad), Draper; son John (Cessalea), Pleasant Grove; 12
grandchildren whom he adored; brother Richard (Wanda), Vancouver, Washington
and sister Joyce Dahl, Midvale. Robert's family was by far the most important
thing in his life. He often repeated his favorite quote, "Other things may
change, but we begin and end with family." His exemplary devotion to his
family throughout his life was a testament of his deep love for them. He had a
huge, loving heart and his generosity was never-ending. He never passed up the
opportunity to spend time with family and friends, and he would always make
changes to his schedule and travel long distances if necessary to attend even
the more simple family events. His greatest joy came from spending time with
his children and grandchildren. Robert taught industrial arts in the Jordan
School District, retiring after 28 years. During his career he was recognized
as Teacher of the Year, served as President of the Jordan Education
Association, Board Member of the Utah Education Association, and served for
many years in the Jordan Credit Union Association where he held a Board
position at the time of his passing. He also served in many other political
and educational positions over the years. He was a natural leader and his
involvement in teaching, politics and his work with the U.S. Forest Service
yielded many life-long, close friends. He was loved by all who knew him and it
was not uncommon for him to run into friends while traveling far from home.
Robert served valiantly in various positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, including Sunday School, Young Men's, High Priests,
Scouting, and as counselor in the Bishopric. He had a deep and abiding faith
in the gospel of Jesus Christ and took great joy in the doctrine of eternal
families. Robert was a very hard worker. No matter how difficult the task,
once he committed to it, he gave it his all until it was done right. He lived
by the motto taught to him by his father, "Any job worth doing is worth doing
right." Until his last few years he could ALWAYS out-work men many years
younger. He loved the outdoors and, particularly in his younger years, was an
avid hunter and fisherman. He was active in the shooting sports and enjoyed
teaching the hunter's safety course. He loved to spend time in the mountains
watching wildlife, and especially enjoyed the hunting and fishing trips he
shared with his son and his dear friends. His children grew up hearing his
entertaining, and often exaggerated, hunting stories. These hobbies helped him
create special bonds with his children and grandchildren. We are eternally
grateful for the opportunity we had to be a part of his life here on earth and
look forward to the time when we will see him again. He is now celebrating a
great reunion with those he has missed for so long, and is happy to be finding
new work that he can do. We know that he will have prepared a great gathering
of family and friends to meet us on the other side. We love you and miss you
dad! Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 25, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Hillcrest 3rd Ward, 8600 South 1200 East, Sandy, Utah. Friends and family may
call Thursday, February 24th from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley
Mortuary, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 South) and from 9:30 - 10:45
a.m. at the church on Friday prior to services. Burial will follow at Midvale
City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Edelman, Verla Freeman
Verla Freeman Edelman 1926 ~ 2005 BOUNTIFUL - Our beloved mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully left this world on February
23, 2005. She was born July 14, 1926 to Jarvis and Mabel Freeman in Thornton,
Idaho. Married Robert Fred Edelman in October 1947 in Salt Lake City. He died
November 1983. Verla lived her life in a way that has touched each one of us.
She loved to bowl and was on bowling leagues for many years. She loved to
cook, do crafts, and took ceramic classes. She worked at Bountiful Drug Store
and would often speak of the good times she had there. She made many quilts
and baby quilts. She loved her garden and had fun growing herbs. She enjoyed
sitting on her deck and watching the birds come to the bird feeders. She
painted, decorated and sewed. She loved her cabin at Bear Lake where many fun
and happy memories were made. She leaves behind her sister Dorothy LeClercq,
brother Deloy Freeman, six sons, Doug Brenneise (Laurie), Robert Edelman
(Hope), Rocky Edelman (Coleen), Bradley Edelman (Joanie), Dana Edelman (Patty)
and Lance Edelman, 24 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by her husband, her brother Richard Jarvis Freeman, a sister
Gayle Wells and two grandchildren Jesse Robert Edelman and Carly Brook
Edelman. She leaves us with a deep and passionate love for her friends, her
family and her home. We will miss her. We extend our thanks to all who were
involved in her care. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. at the graveside
Saturday, February 26, 2005 at Lakeview Memorial Park, 1640 E. Lakeview Dr.
Bountiful, Utah. Friends may call from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Lindquist's
Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. prior to services. e-mail condolences to
lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Eells, John
John Lenthal Eells 1945 ~ 2004 We miss you dearly. The days are not the same
without you. We look forward to being with you again some day. Until then,
please know that you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers daily. With Love,
from your Family
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Ensign, Betz Gentry
Betz Gentry Ensign 1935 ~ 2005 Betz Gentry Ensign, beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, sister and friend passed away peacefully Tuesday evening Feb 22
at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was 70. Betz was born January 9,
1935 in Clovis, New Mexico to Mervin Thomas and Delores Marie Sandoval Gentry,
the second of three children. At 17 she joined The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and later moved to Los Angeles, California where she met the
love of her life, Bruce Willis Ensign. They were married September 19, 1958 in
the Los Angeles Temple. Over the next 11 years, she lovingly brought her six
children into the world as she and Bruce moved from California to Utah and on
to Michigan. The family later moved to Mississippi and resided there 18 years.
Betz and Bruce returned to Utah in 1990 and have lived in the community of
Highland ever since. Betz lived for her children and made many sacrifices for
them, which will never be forgotten. Her sweet nature and loving influence was
felt by many as she served faithfully in many positions of service in church
and community. She fought a valiant and courageous fight against multiple
sclerosis for 36 years and leaves behind a legacy of faith, patience,
cheerfulness endurance, sacrifice and love. She was preceded in death by her
parents and her brother Daniel. She is survived by her husband Bruce her
sister Gloria VanNetta of Farmers Branch, Texas; her half sister Dorothy Lopez
of Arlington, Texas; her children Bruce Gentry Ensign of Chugiak, Alaska; Eric
Steven Ensign of Indian Head, Maryland; Marc Kevin Ensign of Mendon, Utah;
Juliette Ensign Hall of Alpine Utah; Lance Willis Ensign of Logan, Utah; Paul
Darrell Ensign of Springfield, Missouri; and her 16 grandchildren. The family
is grateful to her many faithful friends and ward members in Highland and to
the many kind home health care nurses who so lovingly assisted her during
these last years. She will be greatly missed and forever cherished and
reverenced in our hearts. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 26,
2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Highland East LDS Stake Center Chapel, 4679 West
11000 North, Highland, (Utah County), Utah. Family and friends may call
Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the Highland East Stake
Center prior to services. Interment, Logan City Cemetery, Logan, Utah. Funeral
Directors, Warenski Funeral Home, American Fork, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Erickson, William Edwin
William Edwin Erickson 1909 ~ 2005 William Edwin Erickson, 95, passed away
peacefully on Feb. 21, 2005 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was
born December 24, 1909 in Park City, Utah to Joseph Albert Erickson and Ida
May Prudence. Ed, also known as Bill, is remembered as a positive, active, and
gentle man. Despite serious physical challenges, he lived a life filled with
volunteer work and other unselfish acts of service. He worked for the Salt
Lake City street department for 26 years. He was a proud member of the Mormon
Battalion. He is survived by half-nephews Greg McLaughlin, South Jordan, Utah;
Brent McLaughlin, Kearns, Utah; and Frank Buccellato, Antioch, California; and
half-nieces Shana Empey, South Jordan, Utah; and Tina Badura, Antioch,
California. His parents and siblings preceded him in death. Funeral services
will be held Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the LDS 20th Ward,
2nd Avenue and "G" Street in Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call at the
ward from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Interment will be at the Wasatch Lawn Cemetery,
3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. Funeral directors, Russon Brothers
Salt Lake Mortuary. Directional maps and online guest book available at
www.russonmortuary.com Donations can be made to the Primary Children's Medical
Center or the general missionary fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, two efforts in which Ed had a special interest. The family
expresses special appreciation to Doug and Michelle Greer and their children,
who "adopted" Ed as an informal grandfather and gave him much love and
unselfish care in his final years. They are also grateful for the caring
services of President Thomas S. Monson of the LDS First Presidency, Church
members, Brighton Gardens of Salt Lake City, and the staff of LDS Hospital.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Featherstone, Jan
Jan Featherstone "Granny" Janet Mae Osmundsen Featherstone passed away
February 20, 2005. She was where she wanted to be, in her home with her family
at her side. Jan was born in Superior, Douglas County, Wisconsin on April 8,
1925 to Oscar E. Osmundsen and Minnie Gardine Torgerson. She was an only child
and finally admitted before she died that she was spoiled. After high school,
she went to Chicago and graduated from the Katy Gibbs secretarial school. Upon
graduation, she moved to Los Angeles and worked for a large engineering firm.
One day coming home from a movie on the bus a handsome young man winked at
her. After being properly introduced by the owners of the Chinese grocery
store, the rest became history and she married Lee W. Featherstone in Salt
Lake City, Utah on August 12, 1950. Raised in the Lutheran Church she was
baptized a member of the LDS church. She loved the birds on her deck and
reading. She was an AVID Green Bay Packer fan. Go Cheeseheads! Preceded in
death by her parents, her husband Lee and one grandchild little Rick. She is
survived by her five children. Sue and Cal Taylor, Debbie and Rick Achter,
Cort and Lorraine, Mark and Laurie, and Bob Featherstone, 13 grandchildren
Chase, Dustin, Cortney, Dan, Dave, Chris, Heidi, Paul, Dylan, Nathan, Clark,
Parker and Austin, in-laws Lois and Jerry Stewart, Connie and Sallie
Featherstone. Family in Wisconsin, Roger, Joost and Myrtle Osmundson, Mary,
Christine, David, Heather, and Ethan McCarthy. Funeral services will be Friday
at 2:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel 3401 South Highland Drive. A
viewing will be held from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. only. In lieu of flowers
donations may be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Gomez, Ascension
Ascension Gomez 1949 ~ 2005 Ascension Gomez born Sept. 6, 1949 passed away
Feb. 20, 2005. Served in Viet Nam with Honors. Survived by his wife, Kathie
who will love him forever, he was her best friend. Also Kathie's family who
loved him like a son and a brother. Private services will be held. For further
info. www.larkinmortuary.com or the VA Hospital.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Gregory, Mary Ethel Eccles
Mary Ethel Eccles Gregory 1925 ~ 2005 Mary Ethel Eccles Gregory died 22 Feb.
2005 at home in St. George after a long, debilitating illness. She was born 27
Nov. 1925 to Albert and Caroline Eccles in Salt Lake City. She was Granite
High School valedictorian. Earned college tuition on local radio programs and
graduated magna cum laude from University of Utah in radio speech. A
consummate actress, she appeared in numerous theatre productions in English,
French and German, including plays created by her. Best remembered for her
leading rolls in 'No, No, Nanette" and "Long Day's Journey Into Night". Served
two years with the US foreign Service in Bayreuth, Lebanon, as public affairs
broadcast specialist. A member of the Screen Actors Guild, she appeared in
major motion pictures such as "Footloose", "Executioner's Song", "The Stand"
(Stephen King), "Deliberate Stranger", "Double Jeopardy" and "Legacy", working
with Mark Harmon, Eli Wallach, Christine Lahti, Tommy Lee Jones, Dianne Wiest,
John Lithgow, Rosanna Arquette, and Kevin Bacon, among others. Served with
mission president husband in Berlin and East Germany. Known for her great body
of film, broadcast and program work for the LDS Church. Survived by her
husband, Herold (Huck) Gregory, and children: Vicki (Ian) McGregor, Walter
Gregory, Suellen (Brad) Winegar, five grandchildren, brother Albert (Faye)
Eccles Jr. Funeral services February 26, 2005, 12:00 noon, Monument Park 20th
Ward, 2795 E. Crestview Drive, Salt Lake City. Visitation at chapel Friday,
February 25, 2005 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to Saturday service. In lieu of
flowers, family suggests donation to charity of choice. Services under the
direction of Heideman Mortuary, St. George, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Hansen, Verna
Verna Hansen "Loving Mother and Grandma" Verna Lorna Mortensen Hansen, age 82,
passed away February 23, 2005 in West Jordan, Utah. Born October 3, 1922 in
Elmo, Utah, daughter of Francis Julius and Jenny Pulsipher Mortensen. Married
Harold Allred Hansen, December 4, 1940 in Castle Dale, Utah; solemnized in
Manti Temple in 1975. She loved to cook and spend time with her children and
grandchildren. Survived by children: Paul LeRoy (Roxanne), Vivian (Ronald)
Hall, Holly (Bob) Butters; son-in-law, Donald Peterson; 23 grandchildren; over
16 great-grandchildren; sister, Trena Russell. Preceded in death by husband;
daughter, Sandra K. Peterson; granddaughter, Becky Ann Peterson; seven
brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Sat., 11:00 a.m. at the
Wildflower Ward, 9227 Wild Clover Lane (4895 West) where a viewing will be
held Sat., at the church, 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, 3:00 p.m. at the Castle
Dale Cemetery, Castle Dale, Utah. Under the direction of McDougal Funeral
Home.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Hilton, Mary Louise Knudsen
Mary Louise Knudsen Hilton 10/7/20 ~ 2/21/05 Beloved mother, grandmother,
great -grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Louise, age 85, passed away
February 21, 2005 at St. Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City due to
complications from a lingering illness. She was preceded in death by her
parents, Carl John Knudsen and Laura Josephine Jensen; husband Don Holder
Hilton; husband Gene Burt Hilton; and daughter Julie Carol Avery (Craig).
Louise dedicated her life to others. She worked as the Girl's Department
Manager at ZCMI for many years. All of her grandchildren loved to visit her
there, spending hours with their doting grandmother. She was deeply loved by
her co-workers and customers and remained dear friends with many of them
throughout her life. She was also a longtime member of the Daughters of Utah
Pioneers and Chataqua. She joined in many camps, adventures, and special trips
with her many friends from both of these groups. Louise also served others in
her callings as Scout Blazer Leader, Primary and Sunday School Teacher, and
Stake and Ward Special Interest Leader for the LDS Church, of which she was a
member. Louise's talents were limitless. She was an avid gardener and all of
us admired her beautiful roses. She was always creating magnificent dinners
for family and friends. She crocheted afghan and other masterpieces and
patiently taught her grandchildren her craft. She always had time to do
puzzles and would spend hours with the grandchildren piecing them together.
She shared beauty in so many ways, through words, and stories, and the
pictures she painted. She is beauty, inside and out. Louise has blessed the
lives of so many and, in turn, has been blessed with so many close and dear
friends and family members who cherish her and will keep her always close and
dear to their hearts. She knew no strangers, only friends she had not yet met.
Our lives have been blessed and our days enriched for every moment we were
able to share with our beloved Louise. Louise is survived by: her sons
Lawrence Hilton (Judy), Brent Hilton (Kathy), Rusty Hilton (Linda); sister
Patricia Woodruff; (14) grandchildren; and (32) great-grandchildren. Also,
survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends, all of whom will miss
her deeply. Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, 12:00 p.m. at
the Cannon Mortuary 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S). Friends may call at the
Cannon Mortuary Thurs. evening, Feb. 24, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and at the
mortuary one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Murray City
Cemetery 5490 S. Vine St.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Johanson, Nephi Vilhelm Egon
Nephi Vilhelm Egon Johanson "The Wild Swede" The "Wild Swede" is gone - but
not forgotten. The great heart that beat for 91 years is finally silenced - by
his quest to be reunited with his "sweetheart", Margaret who preceded him in
death, May 6, 2003. Nephi died peacefully on a beautiful sunny morning on
February 21st in the arms of his loving family members. It was time for DAD to
go... to "Iet go", to leave this earth and return to Margaret and his family
members who died before him. As with our mother, we know that "time and
relationships" are all that really matters. We had many years with many
"treasured memories" with DAD. We will always remember his keen wit and humor,
his jokes, kidding and laughter, and the twinkle in his "one good eye". May we
keep him alive in our hearts forever. DAD came into this world on January 18,
1914 in Goteborg, Sweden, to his loving parents, Otto and Jenny Johansson. He
came to the USA with his family when he was but 5 years old, leaving the "old
country" for opportunities in Zion and America. He cherished his Swedish
citizenship but proudly was naturalized as a U.S. citizen in 1977. Nephi lived
in Salt Lake City, Poplar Grove, and Ephraim during his early years and moved
back to Salt Lake during his junior year in high school. It was during this
time that he met Margaret, his sweetheart at a ward dance and proudly
announced that he had met "his girl". DAD was a hard and tireless worker all
his life. Always a SALESMAN by trade and love, he sold blankets in southern
Utah with his father, traveled to Chicago by train to sell magazines in his
early years, worked for Grand Union for eight years, and finally Jewel Tea
Company for 30 years. In between his selling career, he herded sheep and
turkeys, worked for Royal Bakery during the war, and sold siding and worked
booths at the Utah State Fair after his retirement. We all learned the value
of "hard work" from both our parents - and it has served us well in our lives.
Nephi received many awards for his salesmanship, including honors for selling
the "most blankets" in the Western states, and was honored as Jewel Tea's ACE
SALESMAN after 30 years of service. Nephi married his sweetheart, Margaret
Baumann on June 10, 1940. They were married for 63 years when she passed away,
living 61 years in their South Salt Lake home. DAD was proud to be
independent, to live in his own home, where he stayed up until August of 2004.
A special THANKS goes to Shirley and Mitch for taking DAD into their home for
the final months of his long life. DAD was a member of the LDS Church. He was
a faithful UTE basketball fan, always attending the games at the "U" with Orin
and cheering loudly for his TEAM. His favorite hobby was to accompany his
daughter, Shirley, to Wendover, where he loved playing the slot machines. DAD
also enjoyed traveling and dancing with Margaret, fishing at Moon Lake
(staying in cabin 3), hunting in his earlier years, and growing tomatoes in
his back yard. Nephi is survived by his four children, and he was always very
proud of all of them: Shirley Crawford (Daryl Mitchell), Irene Bozich, Orin
Johanson (Aggie), and Ed Johanson (Deon). He is also survived by his one
living sister, Sig Wall, 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He is
preceded in death by his wife Margaret, both his parents, six brothers and
five sisters, and one grandson. The Johanson family would like to convey their
heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the multitude of doctors, nurses and staff
members at the University of Utah Medical Center, whose efforts extended DAD's
life so we could all spend a little more time with him. We would like to
extend an invitation to family, friends and neighbors for a CELEBRATION of
Nephi's life, scheduled for Friday, February 25, 2005 at 12 noon at Larkin
Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, where a visitation will be held
from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Jones, Dix M.
Dix M. Jones 1911 ~ 2005 Dix M. Jones, 93, a former resident of The Villages
in San Jose, died February 20 at Mission Skilled Nursing Center in Santa
Clara, California. Memorial services will be held at the LDS Church on San
Felipe in San Jose, CA, Saturday Feb 26, at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will be one
hour prior. Dix was born in Silver City, Utah in 1911. Following graduation
from Brigham Young University at the age of 20, he served a three-year mission
to Germany for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon his
return he obtained employment at Weber College (now Weber State University) in
Ogden, Utah. While there he met and married Alice Tanner in 1935. He moved his
family to Palo Alto, California in 1942, and completed his MBA from Stanford
University. He was employed by California Packing Corporation (now named Del
Monte Foods) in San Francisco, until his retirement in 1974. Dix was an active
member of his church and held many positions of responsibility within it. He
continued to attend church regularly until his recent illness. He loved to
work on genealogy and published a history of his great-grandfather's
descendants. This "blue book" is treasured by his family members. Dix's wife
Alice died in 1983. He subsequently married Fredone Shumway Nielsen, who
passed away in August, 2004. He is survived by his four children Irene
Thurston, Dixie Wood, Edward Tanner Jones, and Stanley Tanner Jones and two
step children, Rich Nielsen and Jaci Smith; their spouses, and numerous
grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Larsen, JoAnna Althea Davis
JoAnna Althea Davis Larsen 9/8/74 ~ 2/22/05 JoAnna Althea Davis Larsen, 30,
passed away peacefully in her sleep February 22, 2005. She was born September
8, 1974 in Salt Lake City, Utah the daughter of Reuben James and Jeanette Ann
Bluemel Davis. JoAnna graduated from Hillcrest High in 1993. She Married Paul
Eric Larsen on May 5, 1994 in Midvale Utah. She was a member of the LDS
church. JoAnna loved working as an EMT in the Tooele County area. She very
much loved going on rides in the canyon with her family. JoAnna is survived by
her husband Paul; daughters Melissa and Erica Marie; son Paul James; father
Reuben James Davis; sisters Sharon Valdez and Jennifer England. Preceded in
death by her mother Jeanette; step mother Sue Davis. Funeral services will be
conducted on Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Mountain View
Memorial Mortuary 3115 East Bengal Blvd. (7800 South) Family and friends may
call Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to the
services at Mountain View.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Larson, Rhoda Lee
Rhoda Lee Larson 1917 ~ 2005 Rhoda Lee Barclay Larson, beloved by her family
and friends, passed away February 20, 2005 in her home surrounded by her loved
ones, after a valiant fight with cancer. She was 87. She was born in Grand
Junction, Colorado on April 17, 1917 to John Archibald Barclay and Gertrude
Jeanette Limbocker. As a young girl, she moved to Salt Lake City and attended
Stewart School on the U of U campus. She graduated from East High and
University of Utah. She affiliated with Delta Delta Delta sorority and they
formed a bridge club which continues to this day. She earned her masters
degree in retailing from NYU in 1939. She married Sterling Emery Larson on
July 3, 1941 in Seattle. They have three children, nine grandchildren and four
great-grandchildren (so far). After a short teaching career, her priority was
raising her family. She later turned her energies to community service. She
volunteered with the Girl Scouts for many years, culminating her efforts as
chairman of the council-wide cookie sale covering the tri-state area from
1968-72. In her later years, she worked tirelessly for St. Martha's Guild Baby
Sew Project. Sewing layettes for underprivileged babies, she completed over
7,000 bibs, burp cloths and bonnets. She was still sewing until last December.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Sterling; her three
children, K. Donald Larson (Karen), Nancy Lee Larson-Powers (Joseph), Janet
Larson Barrus (Tracy); nine grandchildren, Donald E. Larson (Tiffany), Sonja
L. Barsky (Troy), Eric N. Larson, Carol Anne Powers, Ellyn M. Powers, Ted R.
Powers, Adam E. Barrus (Monica), Brooke L. Barrus, Max S. Barrus and four
great-grandchildren, Hailey E. Larson, Bennett S. Larson, Eliza R. Larson and
Alana V. Barsky. Funeral services will be held at Noon on Friday, Feb. 25th at
Wasatch Lawn Mortuary with a viewing at 10:45 a.m. as well as Thursday night
from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in her
name to the St. Martha's Baby Sew Project c/o Joy Jacobs, 1963 S. 1200 E.
#301, Salt Lake City, UT 84105.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Lefler, Ralph Fay
Ralph Fay Lefler 1931 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband and father Ralph Fay Lefler
passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2005, surrounded by his family in
Holladay, Utah. Ralph was born on August 17, 1931, in Tabiona, Utah, to Levere
J. and Essie Loraine Gines Lefler. Dad was raised in the Uintah Basin. He
married Dixie Mae Belt on July 12, 1950. They were later sealed in the Salt
Lake City temple. They raised one daughter and three sons, and later divorced.
On May 23, 1980, he married Kathie Ann Dalton, and together they raised two
daughters and one son. Ralph loved fishing, hunting, and horses, but most of
all, his family. He had the gift of laughter, with which he blessed his family
and friends. He is preceded in death by both parents and one brother, Mart
Levere Lefler. He is survived by his wife, Kathie; children: LaWanna (Kerry)
Beckstead, Dick (Lynda), Randy (Lorelie), Bob (Amy), Brenda, Pam (Robbie)
Worden, and Mart; and his sisters: Flora (Tom) Fabrizio, Tett (Tony) Hadlock,
Yvonne Isaacson and Billie (Ken) Peck. Funeral services will be Saturday,
February 26, 2005, 11:00 a.m., at Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, 288 North Main
Street, Heber City. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the
funeral home. Interment will follow the services in the Tabiona City Cemetery
at approximately 1:30 p.m. Condolences and memories can be sent to the family
at: olpinhoopesfh@aol.com (Please include the family name in the email.)
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Mace, Colonel Wallace P.
Colonel Wallace P. Mace 1919 ~ 2005 WAUNAKEE - Colonel Wallace P. Mace, age 89
of Madison, died Monday, February 21, 2005 at the Waunakee Manor Nursing Home.
Wallace was born on March 19, 1915, in Springville, Utah, the son of Wallace
and Fern (Packard) Mace. He married Frances Bennett on January 29, 1943 in
Reno, Nevada. Wallace was retired from the First Federal Savings Bank as the
Vice President of Marketing since 1975. Prior to the bank, Wallace retired
from the United States Air Force in 1968 after 31 years of faithful service.
Wally, as his family and friends called him, started his military career in
the army artillery prior to World War II. Early on he knew the army air corps
was his calling and was one of the first graduates in 1940. Shortly thereafter
he was stationed in a tropical island group called Hawaii where he was first
introduced to the Japanese on December 7th, 1941. Stationed at Wheeler Field,
he was lucky enough to survive but unable to get airborn. Many of his friends
lost their lives that day. From there, he was sent to an island called Midway,
where another extensive battle was fought. Again a survivor. Soon he was
finally able to return to the states where he married the love of life and
then sent off to England to wait for D-Day. Though not involved on this
historic day his unit, the 354th fighter wing, all experienced P-51 fighter
pilots, destroyed more German planes than any other unit by the time the war
ended. A modest man to all, his exploits were well documented. His post war
travels included numerous stops around the country and the world. His final
stop, was Truax Field, Madison, where he retired as the division commander of
this region in 1968. Wallace is survived by his wife of 62 years, Frances of
Waunakee; three children, Gilbert (Elizabeth) Mace of Arlington, VA; Stephen
(Sandra) Mace of Madison; and Susan (Neil) Kirst of Marietta, Georgia; seven
grandchildren, Rachel, Charlotte, Bennett, Andrea, Cory, Stacy and Sean; and
one sister-in-law, Katherine Mace of Texas. He was preceded in death by his
parents and one brother, Keith. Memorial services will be held at the Ryan
Funeral Home, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., Madison on Friday, February 25, 2005 at
1:00 p.m. A visitation will also be held at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m.
until the time of the service. A memorial fund has been established in his
memory.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Monsen, Boyd Boone
Boyd Boone Monsen 1922 ~ 2005 Boyd Boone Monsen, 82, passed away quietly and
peacefully on Feb. 22, 2005, in Bountiful, Utah. He was born on Sept. 11,
1922, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah to "Gibbs" and Edith Monsen. He married Mattie B.
Turner on Sep. 16, 1942, in Logan, Utah. The marriage was later solemnized in
the Logan L.D.S. Temple. Boyd served with the 8th Air Force in England, during
World War II. He retired as an Engineering Data Specialist from Hill AFB in
1976 after more than 34 years of service. He fulfilled a Stake Mission while a
member of the Layton 12th Ward and was a member of the Layton East Stake High
Priests Quorum. In earlier years his love of the outdoors included hunting,
fishing and backpacking. He also enjoyed many world travels. He is survived by
his wife Mattie B; sons, Boyd G. (Linda) and Dallas C. (Susanne); daughter,
Patricia J.; grandchildren, Quinn (Yoko), Kevin, Kimberly, Gavin (Sara) and
Amanda; great-grandchild, Ami. "Home is the Hunter, Home from the Hills".
Graveside Services will be held Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. at
the Lindquist's Memorial Park at Layton, 1867 North Fairfield Road. Friends
and family may call from 11:00-12:00 noon at the Russon Brothers Bountiful
Mortuary, 295 North Main prior to services. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com. In case of inclement weather, funeral services will be
held at Russon Brothers Mortuary.

Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Peterson, Farrell Martin
Farrell Martin Peterson 1916 ~ 2005 CEDAR CITY, UT - Farrell Martin Peterson,
88, passed away February 22, 2005 in Cedar City, UT. He was born May 19, 1916
in Hinckley, UT to Peter G Peterson and Louise L. Larson. Farrell was raised
in Hinckley, UT on a farm where he learned how to work hard. When he was 14,
the family moved to Orem, UT where he worked on fruit farms and developed his
love of gardening and farming. He graduated from Lincoln High in Orem and
later attended BYU and BAC (now SUU). He served in the Army in World War II
and was in the Battle of the Bulge. He came to Cedar City in 1937 to work at
Bradshaw Chevrolet where he was a dedicated employee for almost 50 years.
While working at Bradshaws he met and fell in love with Louise Stucki. They
were married October 26, 1940 in Parowan, UT, and their marriage was
solemnized in the St. George Temple on May 26, 1946. They were married for
over 59 years. He is survived by his children Mary Lou (Don) Worthington of
South Jordan, UT; Geri (Dean) Anderson, Kent F. (Jean) Peterson, and Beverlee
(Jerry) Mounteer all of Cedar City, UT; 18 grandchildren, 44 great
grandchildren; brothers John L. (Janet) Peterson of Shafter, CA; Howard
(Nellie) Peterson of Cedar City, UT; and Richard K. (Marilyn) Peterson of
Provo, UT; and sister Louise Carroll of Orem, UT. He was preceded in death by
his parents, his wife, and brothers Parlell, J. Reid, and Ralph. Funeral
services will be held Friday, February 25, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Cedar 4th
Ward (400 N 500 W). Friends and family may visit Thursday evening from 6-8
p.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary and Friday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the
church. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent
through our website at www.southernutahmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Pratt, Kathryn
Kathryn W.Pratt (Kathryn Kay) "The Last Leaf" 1906 ~ 2005 Kathryn Worsley
Pratt, known professionally as Kathryn Kay, passed away on Feb. 22, 2005 at
age 98. She was born on Oct 21, 1906 to Frederick Herman and Eva Price Worsley
in Denver, Colorado. Educated in Utah, she graduated from LDS College. While
attended the U. of U. she was offered an exciting position in radio in
Hollywood, and became the first hostess for the nationally famous KFI Midnight
Frolic during the Twenties. She felt she had arrived when she received a
letter from Mexico addressed to Kathryn Kay, U.S.A. Later she authored several
books of poetry, some of which can be found on her website at
www.kathrynkay.com. She was also Associate Editor of "Parade" magazine before
it became a Sunday supplement. In 1947 she returned to Salt Lake City where
she married LeGrand B. Pratt, with ceremony later solemnized in the Idaho
Falls Temple. Belonging to the League of Utah Writers and the Art Barn Poets,
she joined with Cameron Johns to become charter members of the Utah State
Poetry Society. In 1965 she established the Utah Poet of the Year program. She
and Cameron were also instrumental in founding what later became the Junior
Creative Writing program for high school and junior high school students. Her
personality would light up any room, and many people considered her to be
their "most memorable person." She formed lifelong friendships quickly with
practically everyone she met. Unfortunately, nearly all of them preceded her
in death, as she prophetically wrote in a poem at age ten, describing the
feelings of the "Last Leaf" to fall from a tree. Her husband LeGrand preceded
her in death in 1984. She is survived by both of her sons, James and John, ten
grandchildren and 13 great-grand-children (with four on the way.) She will be
sorely missed. The funeral service will be held at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East
South Temple, Salt Lake City, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, with
viewing at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401
South Highland Drive.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Riley, Derall Lee
Derall Lee Riley "Smoke" Our much beloved husband, father, grandfather, son,
brother and friend, Derall Lee Riley, passed away peacefully in his sleep
Tuesday, February 22, 2005. He was born April 7, 1943 in Rock Springs, Wyoming
to loving parents, Melba Louise Botero Riley and Derall Page Riley. He served
in the LDS North German Mission and graduated from Brigham Young University
where he met his sweetheart and eternal companion, Kathleen Arnold Riley. They
were married June 6, 1966 in the Salt Lake Temple. Derall was a member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved the Savior, Jesus
Christ. He found solace in reading the scriptures, listening to uplifting
music and reading the Ensign magazine. He loved the issues with talks from
General Conference and would catalog, on the computer, his favorite quotes. On
the day he passed away we found it comforting to find his scriptures and the
Ensign open on the dining room table. We rejoice that he is free from his
mortal body so that he may again be in service to the Lord. Derall served
faithfully in many callings throughout his life including Young Men's
president, Stake High Councilor, Temple Worker and Bishop. He loved serving
the people of the Bennion 14th Ward and enjoyed the sweet relationship he had
with so many of you. We thank you for your tender kindness you have shown to
Bishop Riley. Derall worked for many years in the insurance industry where he
strived always to be honest and compassionate. He sacrificed much during his
career so that his beloved family could stay in Utah close to their extended
family. We appreciate his hard work and sacrifice in supporting his family and
are thankful that he was able to retire in 2001. He is survived by his devoted
wife, Kathleen, who loved him unconditionally. A more perfect wife for our dad
couldn't be found. He is also survived by his mother, Melba Riley; brother,
Fred (Sharyn) Riley; his children, Michelle (Dan) Pierce, Kristi Miller,
Derall (Whitney) Riley, Heather (Derek) Crowther, Sherri (Tyler) Pearson and
Holly (Brian) Gunnell; 13 grandchildren whom he adored: Amy, Tyler, Courtney,
Derall, Haylie, Grayson, Ashley, Whitney, Talmage, Abby, Jared, Brenna and
Page, plus three more due within a month that we're sure he is playing with
right now. He is preceded in death by his father, Derall Page Riley and his
in-laws, Read and Maidie Arnold. We know there was a joyful reunion in heaven.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 26, 2005, 10:30 a.m. at the
Bennion 14th Ward Chapel, 6540 S. 2700 W. The family will receive friends at a
viewing on Friday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd and
Sat. at the church, 9-10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Interment, Larkin
Sunset Gardens. Dad, our tears and grief are for us because we are the ones
left behind without your companionship. We also rejoice that you are now free
of the body that brought you so much pain and proud that you endured valiantly
to the end. We will miss your bear hugs, soft shoulder to cry on and listening
ear. Thank you for your example, we love you so much and know that you loved
us.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Salisbury, Dale Kimball
Dale Kimball Salisbury 1938 ~ 2005 OGDEN - Dale Kimball Salisbury left
mortality Monday, February 21, 2005 due to cancer. He was born July 20, 1938
to Orin Freebairn and Lucile Kimball Salisbury. He grew up in Salt Lake City,
served a mission to Switzerland and Austria, and married Sylvia Cutler on
March 19, 1962 in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived in Bountiful for a few
years, then moved to Ogden in 1971. He was employed as a Pharmacist throughout
his working years and made many friends there, not only with his expertise but
his humor as well. In his youth he played several different instruments in a
family orchestra. He was an accomplished pianist and organist, using these
talents in the various LDS wards he lived in. He also had the privilege of
serving in several bishoprics, including once as a Bishop. Next to music, his
most enjoyable hobby was woodworking. He was meticulous and did beautiful
work. Dale was a man of simple tastes and ambitions. His life was filled with
devotion, loyalty, and sacrifice to his wife, children, grandchildren, and
other family. He leaves behind his wife of almost 43 years; two sons, Jeffrey
(Jeannine) of Logan and Roger (Toni) of Kaysville; and three "squidgets" (his
endearing term for his daughters), Dorothy (Wade) Watkins and Barbara (Brett)
Hartmann, both of Layton; and Laurie Salisbury of Ogden, and 14 grandchildren.
He is survived by two brothers and a sister: Don (Joan) of Mesa, Arizona; Lynn
(Kathryn) of San Jose, CA.; and Jan Foutz of South Jordan, Utah; also, two
brothers-in-law, Bill Cutler and Joseph (Lorraine) Cutler and two
sisters-in-law, Marjorie (Clyde) Page and Kaye (Ted) Bradford and many nieces
and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Curtis, both parents, and a
sister-in-law, Laura Cutler. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 26th,
1:00 p.m. at the Lorin Farr 5th Ward building, 770 15th St., Ogden, UT. The
family will meet with friends the night before at Myers Mortuary, 845
Washington Blvd. from 6 to 8 p.m. and from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the
ward on Saturday. Burial will be at the Ogden City Cemetery. Send condolences
to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Scarlet, Phyllis Petersen
Phyllis Petersen Scarlet 1921 ~ 2005 Phyllis Petersen Scarlet passed away at
her daughter's home in Woodland, Utah surrounded by her family on February 21,
2005. She was born on October 30, 1921 to James R. and Margaret Olsen Petersen
in South Jordan, Utah. She married Peter Xais, who died in 1948. She then
married Ralph H. Scarlet in 1949. Phyllis graduated from Jordan High School
and then attended LDS College of Nursing. She worked at LDS Hospital and then
after a period away from nursing, returned to her profession and finished her
career at the University of Utah Hospital. Mom loved being a registered nurse
and took great pride in being very proficient in her job. She was a natural
caregiver and could not have been placed in a more suited profession. Mom was
a very loving and kind person and cared deeply for all of her family. She will
be greatly missed. Phyllis is survived by her sons, Peter, Lawrence, Ned
(Jeanie); daughter, Julia (John) Kitchen; 19 grandchildren; 19
great-grandchildren; sisters Edith Steele, Elsie Knowlton, and Florence
Petersen. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Peter Xais and Ralph
Scarlet; her sons, Richard, Martin, and John; grandson Dustin James Kitchen;
mother and father; brothers Woodrow, Joe, and Jay; sisters Evelynn and Vivian.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, 2005 at Redwood Memorial
Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan. A viewing will be held two
hours prior to service. Interment at Redwood Memorial Cemetery, 6500 S.
Redwood Road.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Sollis, Emma Leone Child
Emma Leone Child Sollis "Grandma Emmy" Emma slipped away peacefully surrounded
by her family on February 21, 2005 of causes incident to age. Born January 27,
1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Paul Curtis and Diana Fallentine Child. Mother
was the third child in a family of seven children. She was a very intelligent
person, skipping grades and graduating at age 15. She married her "Sollie"
(Clarence) on June 3, 1940, and they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in
June of 1956. They had six children and were enjoying their lives together
when Dad died on June 27, 1958. She was then left alone to raise their
children, ranging in age from 17 to 5 years old. Mom's faith in her
Father-in-Heaven and her love for her eternal mate, kept her focused on the
important values in this world. She lived a righteous life, raising her family
according to the gospel principles that she learned from her parents and
through her own study. She loved sharing her gospel knowledge with all ages.
She took personal interest in each of her grandchildren. They were the
recipients of her love, wisdom and nurturing. After Dad's death, Mom made
financial ends meet by working at the Relief Society Magazine. She worked a
schedule that made it possible for her to see her children off to school and
then be back home by the time school was out in the afternoon. When her
youngest son was in junior high school, she then took a full time school
secretary position with Granite School District. That schedule gave her the
summer off, to still be with her children. It wasn't until all of her children
were out of high school that she then took on a full year schedule with
Granite School District. She then, with her brothers and sisters, cared for
her parents in their declining years. For seven years, she made daily trips to
the Wasatch Villa Care Center where they resided. She lived in the Poplar
Grove Ward all of her life until December 1999. She moved into Silverado
Senior Living in May of 2000, due to the dementia that had started to take
away the mother that we knew. She loved the staff there and that became her
home until this past Monday morning, when she was reunited with our Dad. She
served in many callings in her ward during the 81 years that she was able to
be there. Her favorite calling was teaching the gospel that she loved. She is
survived by her children, Carol (Bob) Strong, David (Tammy) Sollis, Kay
(Robert) Benson, Mark (Betty) Sollis, Thomas Dee (Jan) Sollis, Larry (Marlene)
Sollis; 30 grandchildren; and 51 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are
siblings, Loretta (Daniel) Locke, Cleve (Cora Lee) Child; sisters-in-law,
Carol Child, Gladys Waite; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded
in death by her parents, husband, "Sollie", sister Diana (and her husband,
Tom) Martin, brother Paul (and his wife, Helen) Child, brother Ray C. Child,
brother Carl Child, and grandson Paul Curtis Sollis. Mere words are inadequate
to express our love and appreciation to Mom's home and amazingly loving and
caring family at Silverado Senior Living. They emulate the Christ-like spirit
that we all should endeavor to possess. Mom's funeral service will be held
Friday, Feb. 25th at 11:00 a.m. at the Poplar Grove Ward, 1401 W. 700 S., Salt
Lake City, Utah. A viewing will be held on Thursday, Feb. 24th from 6-8 p.m.
at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. and one hour prior to services
on Friday at the church. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East
500 South.
Published in the Deseret News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Todd, Lois
Lois F. Todd 1910 ~ 2005 Mary Lois Fowler Todd, 94, died peacefully on
February 19, 2005, from causes incident to age. Lois was born April 27, 1910
to Benjamin A. and Rosanna Crowther Fowler in Woodruff, Utah. She married
Harry James Todd Jan. 1, 1929 in Ogden, Utah. Their marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple July 1, 1959. Lois graduated from Ogden
High School. An accomplished student, she was chosen to be in "Carpe Diem",
Student Council and as an attendant to the Classicalia Queen. She also
attended Weber College. Lois had an eye for beauty and design. She was
meticulous in her art and needle work, dress making, decorating, sewing and
cooking. Lois delighted in serving others. She used her artistic and creative
talents to develop the "Real Story of Christmas" and "To Know You is to Love
You" programs, which she showed in Wards and Stakes along the Wasatch Front.
Lois was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
and served as a Primary stake board inservice leader, ward Den mother, Primary
teacher, and librarian. Lois was fond of flowers, especially roses, and
through the years she enjoyed arranging floral bouquets, generously
brightening many church gatherings. Lois was a kind, gracious and loving lady.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry in 1971, two brothers, Joseph
and Wendell, and a sister, Vella F. Neil. Survived by a sister, Norma Rose
(Shirrell) Young, two sons, Harry James Todd and Robert Joseph Todd and a
daughter, Gloria T. Evans (Edmund C.) And nine grandchildren, twenty five
great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Funeral Services will be
held 12 Noon, Saturday, February 26 at the Valley View 9th Ward, 4101 South
1925 East, Holladay, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the services from
10:45-11:45 a.m. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.

Weeks, Virginia Stewart Hair
Virginia Stewart Hair Weeks 1921 ~ 2005 Virginia Stewart Hair Weeks, born on
Dec 2, l921 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Mary Jane Stewart and Thomas C. Hair.
Died February 21, 2005 in St. George Utah. Graduated East High, B.A. from the
University of Utah and the McCune School of Music and Art in Education, Music,
and Speech. Original member of the Desert Theatre. Copy editor at the
Chronicle; active in Beta Delta Mu (music), Theta Alpha Phi (Drama), Cwean and
Apmin (Fine Arts), Speech Society and Lambda Delta Sigma. She taught private
piano and organ lessons for over fifty years. Her music teachers included John
Longhurst, Richard P. Condie, and Hugh W. Dougall, author of "Jesus of
Nazareth." She was a member of the American Guild of Organists, American
Theatre Organ Society, Salt Lake City Ladies'' Literary Club, MacDowell Club,
Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, and the American Association of University
Women. She married Joseph Keith Weeks June 15, l949; solemnized in the Salt
Lake Temple on their 50th wedding anniversary. Active member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; served in every musical job, drama
director, dance instructor, teacher in Gospel Doctrine, Relief Society and a
Visiting Teacher. Resident of Salt Lake until moving to St. George in l985.
She performed many organ programs in the St. George Tabernacle as well as
taught organ. She was proud of her pioneer ancestry; all eight of her
great-grandparents, a great-great-grand-mother, her paternal grandfather came
to Salt Lake as pioneers before the railroad. Great-grandfather, Daniel
Spencer brought the first company of pioneers to come into the Salt Lake
Valley on September 23, 1847 after Brigham Young. She was preceded in death by
her sister, Mary Jane Hair, and a daughter Katherine Virginia. She is survived
by her husband J. Keith Weeks, son Joseph K (Kathryn) Weeks Jr., daughters
Pamela Clark and Rebecca Fuller, brother Thomas Bruce Hair (Jackie) Perth,
Australia; as well as 11 grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Viewing Friday
February 25, Metcalfe Funeral Home 6-8 p.m. Funeral Saturday February 26,
12:00 noon, Cotton Manor Chapel, 2681 East 350 North, St. George, UT.
Interment 2:00 p.m. February 28th Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 2/24/2005.