OBITS: Deseret News 4 Jan 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah submitted by W. David Samuelsen *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Beckstead, Samuel Arnold Samuel Arnold Beckstead 1910 ~ 2004 December 31, 2004 ~ Today one of the Lord's most faithful sons was called home. Born March 8, 1910 in South Jordan, Utah to Samuel Henry and Ethel May Hutchings Beckstead. Married his sweetheart, Elizabeth Benson, in the Salt Lake Temple September 27, 1933; Beth died in 1995. Longtime resident of Magna. During his lifetime Sam held many church callings including Stake High Council, one of the presidents of the 192nd Quorum of Seventy, Bishop of Magna 1st Ward for six years, counselor in two bishoprics, teacher and ordinance worker in the Salt Lake Temple for over 13 years. During the Depression he served seven months in the CC Camp near Huntsville. Worked for Kennecott for 39 years. Survived by sons, LaMar (Penny), Sandy; Kay (Joyce) Sandia Park, NM; grandchildren: Deborah Burkett, Brenda Deering, Kristi Beckstead, Alison Beckstead and Sandi Seddon; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Earl R. Benson, Eugene Rich and Don Bawden; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents; stepmother, Mina; infant daughter, Colleen; five year old son, Earl; four sisters; one half sister; one half brother. The family would like to express gratitude to Draper Rehabilitation for the excellent care and respect to Sam's dignity during the last year of his life. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 6, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at the Crescent 2nd Ward, 10975 South Prescott Drive (approx 1670 East). A viewing will take place Wednesday, January 5, 2005, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Thursday at the church, 10-10:40 a.m. Interment, Midvale City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Bennion, Karla Mae Pack Karla Mae Pack Bennion 1931 ~ 2004 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Karla Mae Pack Bennion, returned to her Heavenly Father December 30, 2004, joining her daddy, mother, and three sisters who preceded her in death. Born October 30, 1931 in Centerville, Utah to Karl Maeser Pack and Valeria E. Cheney. She was a salutatorian from Davis High School, attending the U of U and graduating from BYU with a degree in Elementary Education. She was a devoted, faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Karla married Donald B. Bennion on June12 , 1956 in the Salt Lake City Temple for all eternity. They celebrated 48 happy years together. Karla is a true elect lady, very kind and gentle without guile. She devoted her life to her family, taking every moment to teach and testify to them. She was a master pie and roll maker. She loved sewing, family history, arranging and singing music, accomplished in all she did. Karla taught elementary school in Granite School District for 18 years. She sang in many choral groups throughout her life including Eleanor Kennard Chorale, SLC Harmony Singers, Joy Singers, and was a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir for 12 years, loving every moment. She served in the Jordan River Temple as a worker, assistant supervisor and in-service director for 13 years. She was the rock and glue of our family. She will be sorely missed. She is survived by her loving husband Donald Bennion, four children Rosanne (Dale) McCall, Karl (Vicki) Bennion, Kari (Kory) Staheli, Brent (Heather) Bennion, 21 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and a sister Evelyn (Alf) Engen. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at the Rodeo Lane Chapel, 6350 So. Rodeo Lane (1545 E.) at 12 noon. Family and friends may call Tuesday, January 4, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. and Wednesday at the church from 11-11:45 a.m. Interment Centerville City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Cornwell, Kate Clawson Kate Clawson Cornwell 1914 ~ 2005 After a full and adventurous life that took her around the world for several decades of her adult life, Kate C. Cornwell bid farewell to her family and friends when she passed away quietly on January 3, 2005 at her home in Salt Lake City. Kate was born in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Alexander Stewart Campbell and Alice Young Clawson Campbell, both of Salt Lake, on 23 November 1914. Kate ("Kay") grew up in Salt Lake until she started working, first in Washington D.C. with the Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works in 1935, then in the office of U.S. Senator Young, followed by the Federal Works Agency - United States Housing Authority in San Francisco, California. Her last professional assignment, after raising a family many years later, was with the U.S. Agency for International Development in Washington, D.C. before she retired in 1971. In California she met and later married Warren Harker Cornwell in 1942. They had three children, Charles Campbell Cornwell of La Jolla, California; Sally Christine Cornwell of Geneva, Switzerland and Stephen Howard Cornwell of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Kate accompanied and supported her husband's international career, primarily with the United Nations, which included many overseas' postings in Ecuador, Jamaica, Colombia, Turkey, Panama and the Philippines. She set up households in each country, guided her children through different schools in diverse cultures and languages, entertained in diplomatic circles and throughout kept the family closely together. She was active in women's groups and often volunteered for programs for disadvantaged children in the different countries. Once retired, Kate and Warren built a home in Kilmarnock, Virginia and lived there for 22 years. Upon the death of her husband, Kate returned to Salt Lake City but continued to enjoy an active life, often visiting La Jolla, California and travelling overseas. Kate was energetic, full of optimism, read profusely and was always ready for a new idea or adventure. She was also a selfless and loving woman, taking care of her husband for eight years during his illness and later was the main caregiver for her older sister Alice for six years. Kate is preceded in death by her husband, her sisters Virginia C. Wells and Alice C. Spencer and by her brothers Stewart C. Campbell and John (Soup) C. Campbell. Together with their sister, Mary C. Spencer, who survives them, the Campbell siblings were known for their closely- knit family and strong mutual support. Kate is survived by her three children, six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, her sister, Mary Spencer, her sister-in-law, Norma Campbell and 11 nieces and nephews. Kate was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank Hospice for Utah for its support in the final weeks of Kate's life. Services will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT. Friends are asked to visit the family one hour prior to services at the mortuary. Interment in the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Dahl, Helen Helen Dahl Beloved Wife, Mother & Grandmother Helen Anderson Dahl, beloved wife, mother and grandmother expired on December 29, 2004 in St. George, Utah from natural causes. Helen was born in Logan, Cache County, Utah on February 7, 1920. She lived the majority of her adult life in the Rose Park Community of Salt Lake City, Utah where she and her husband Harold Arthur Dahl raised their three sons, Rick, John, and Chris. Helen was a dedicated Registered Nurse who worked 35 years at LDS Hospital, where she managed different hospital units from infants to adult neurology. Helen was greatly respected by the medical community. Helen is survived by her three sons and their wives, 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson. Preceded in death by her son Garr and her husbands, Harold Arthur Dahl and Lynn Merrill Feltman. Helen will be remembered for her hard work, bawdy wit, and never-ending love for her family. Services will be held Saturday, January 8th, 1:00 p.m. at the Rose Park 1st Ward, 1169 West 800 North. A viewing will be held Friday evening from 6-9 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Road, and one hour prior to services at the church. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Forsberg, Leola Young Leola Young Forsberg 1918 ~ 2005 Leola Young Forsberg, 87, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away January 2, 2005 surrounded by her children. Leola was born February 12, 1918 in Salt Lake City to Joseph Leroy Young and Lila Bernice Barber Young. She attended school in the Salt Lake area and graduated from South High School. She married Francis R. Forsberg in the Salt Lake LDS Temple September 23, 1937. She "survived" raising five children, Ruth, Robert, Linda, Jean Ann (died at age two), and Laurel. She had the opportunity of serving in many church callings including Relief Society president, temple worker, director at the Beehive House, and ward organist for many years. She loved singing in choirs and performing with friends. She had a talent for handwork of any kind and shared the beautiful things she made with family and friends. In the last few years her eyesight was greatly diminished, but with the help of some dear friends, she was able to make many quilts for needy children. She was a wonderful homemaker and excellent cook. She dedicated her life to her family. We love you, Mom. She is survived by children Ruth (Gary) Tingey, Robert (Merl Lyn) Forsberg, Linda (Roger) Matern, Laurel (Lee) Duncan; 20 grandchildren; 54« great-grandchildren. The family extends special thanks for tireless service to Dr. Val Hansen, Vista Care Hospice, the staff at Lakeview Hospital, the Inn on Barton Creek, caring neighbors and friends. We also express our heartfelt gratitude to her grandchildren for countless meals, visits, yard-care parties, and quiet service. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 7, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Centerville 3rd Ward Chapel, 900 South 400 East, Centerville. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 N. Main, Bountiful, and Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Centerville City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Gardner Sr., R. Kenton Ken R. Kenton Ken Gardner Sr. 1942 ~ 2005 Ken Gardner passed away suddenly on January 1, 2005 of natural causes. Born on July 15, 1942 in Roosevelt, Utah to Harold J. Gardner and Annie Ella Hall. Ken was active for over 30 years in the Salt Lake County Democratic Party and worked as a long-time lobbyist on behalf of working men and women through his job at the Utah State AFL-CIO. Ken is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Harold Jay; his sister Patsy Ann and his son James Steven. He is survived by his sons Ronald K. (Becky) Gardner, Jr.; Jeffrey Blaine (Kristi); Richard Allen (Karrie; and Jason Scott (Jennifer) as well as his siblings Suanne (James) Lusk; R. Chad (Deanna) and Maridee (Rickee) Taylor and 12 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wed., January 5th, at the McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd. Funeral services beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Thurs. January 6, 2005 at the First Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 E., with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service. Interment at the Roosevelt City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Salt Lake County Democratic Party or a charity of your choice. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Gillespie, Mildred (Millie) Mildred (Millie) Gillespie 1923 ~ 2005 Mildred N. (Gray) Gillespie, age 81, passed away Jan 2, 2005 from natural causes in Taylorsville, Utah. Mildred was born May 17, 1923 in Marion, Iowa to Harry E. Johnson and Emma Baker. She married Veldon J. Gray and they later divorced. Mildred married Myron Gillespie and they later divorced. She worked for Harmon's Grocery for 20 plus years. She loved to bowl and was known for her dancing and earrings. Special thanks to Bennion Care Center and to Toni from Hospice. Mildred is survived by her daughters, Sondra (Randy) Colton and Sandra Garner; sons, Ray (Kathryn) Gray, James (Mindy) Gray and Michael Gray (Miguel); 18 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Gene O. Gray. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, January 6, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Assembly of God, 3818 W. 4700 S. The family will receive friends at a visitation Wed. evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 W. 4100 S., and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the Assembly of God. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Funeral Directors: Valley View Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Hatch, Wallace LaMar Wallace LaMar "Wally" Hatch passed away December 30, 2004 in Nephi, Utah due to pneumonia. Born February 6, 1937 in Aurora, Utah to Hugh "J" and Pearl Ardean Palmer Hatch. Married Marian Mae Shaw in the Jordan River Temple on December 27, 1983. Wally worked for the LDS church as a custodian and Deseret Industries for 10 years. He worked part-time for Granite School District. Enjoyed the LDS church sports program, coaching little league baseball, soccer and refereeing sports. Survived by his wife, Marian; children Justin and James Hatch, Mike (Angie) Shaw, Melody Shaw; four grandchildren; sister Norma Jean (Ray) Emmons. Preceded in death by parents, sister Helen and brother LaRelle. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 6, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. So. Jordan Pkwy. (10600 So.), So. Jordan, 84095, where family and friends may call Wed. 6 8 p.m. and Thurs. 10 10:45 a.m. Interment South Jordan Cemetery. To assist the family with final expenses donations may be made to Jenkins-Soffe in honor of Wally. Published in the Deseret News from 1/2/2005 - 1/4/2005. Homer, Jack Kenneth Jack Kenneth Homer 1926 ~ 2005 Jack Kenneth Homer, age 78, passed away on January 2, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah.He was born on November 13, 1926 in Salt Lake City to Kenneth John Homer and Della Arnup. He attended schools in Salt Lake City and married Merle Dee Scott on January 26, 1952 in Salt Lake City. Jack passed away from the complications of emphysema surrounded by his family. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II at Iwo Jima, The Marshall Islands, and Japan. He also served in the Navy during the Korean War. He was employed as a design engineer by Standard Oil, Torkelsons, and Ford, Bacon and Davis. He loved working with his hands and especially loved camping, hunting, and fishing with his family. He enjoyed playing golf with his work associates. He was a compassionate and loving father and husband. His smiles and sense of humor will be greatly missed. The family wishes to extend thanks to the doctors and nurses of the STRICU unit at LDS Hospital for kind and exceptional care for Dad and his family. He is survived by his daughters: Debra (Lee) Deming and Jackie Salerno, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his loving wife who passed away shortly after their 50th wedding anniversary, his parents, and his brother Richard (Dick). Graveside services will be Thursday, January 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 3401 Highland Drive. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 5 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Johnsen, Caleb Noel Caleb Noel Johnsen May 5 Dec. 31, 2004 Caleb Noel Johnsen was born May 5, 2004 in Provo, Utah to Jordan Wyler and Alison Lowe Johnsen. He passed away Friday December 31, 2004 in his mother's arms at Primary Children's Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Despite many complications with cancer treatment, Caleb was always a trooper. He was always ready with a smile and touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He will be fondly remembered by those who shared his life. Caleb is survived by his parents and grandparents, David and Denise Johnsen of Kaysville and Steven and Patricia Lowe of Farmington. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday January 5, 2005 at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main where friends may call Tuesday Jan. 4, 2004 from 6-8 p.m. and Wed. 12:45 1:45 p.m. prior to the services. Interment Bountiful Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Primary Children's Hospt. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 1/3/2005 - 1/4/2005. Joseph, Catherine Alberta "Bo" Catherine Alberta "Bo" Joseph 1936 ~ 2004 Catherine Alberta Joseph, age 68, passed away Sunday January 2, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born October 5, 1936 in Panguitch, Utah the daughter of Reuben Albert and Maurine Bullock Joseph. Graduated from South High School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech and Drama from the University of Utah. She taught at Cypress High School in Magna, where she taught speech and debate. Most of her career was in Anaheim, California where she taught at Trident Junior High School and Loara High School. She retired in 1993. She had many accomplished debate teams, and directed several plays such as "The Fantastics" and "Our Town." Her students won numerous awards in local, regional, and national speech competitions. Bo loved the arts and held theater tickets in Los Angeles for many years. She also loved to collect Lladros and Faberge eggs. Catherine is survived by; three sisters, Karen (husband Leland) Gygi, Irene Mitchell, Ruth (husband James) Duke; one brother, Richard (wife Ruth) Sidwell; one sister-in-law, Blanche Sidwell; 38 nieces and nephews; many great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents; sister Betty and her husband Ralph Henderson; brother Robert Sidwell; and three nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday January 6, 2005, 12:00 noon at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, where friends may call from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Mt Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 158 West 29th Street, New York, NY 10001-5300, or visit www. hdsa.org. The family would like to thank her nephew John Henderson, the staff at St. Joseph's Villa, with special recognition to Elaine, Ann, Steve, and Sister Rephella. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Machin, Jennie Marie Cabibi Jennie Marie Cabibi Machin TIME CORRECTION Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at the Broomhead Funeral Home 12600 So. 2200 W. where friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to the services. Interment Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Morley, Joyce Gay Parker Joyce Gay Parker Morley "Mommy" BOUNTIFUL- Our beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully in her childhood home, Sunday, January 2, 2005. She was born to Clifford Franklin Parker and Lena Burningham Parker on May 29, 1935. She is survived by her husband, Arthur C. Morley; children, Dana and Pat Morley, son; Tim and Michelle Morley, son; Kevin and Robyn Manning, daughter; Brent and Valerie Morley, son; 20 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way. "As a child I came to you fresh from His hand. You loved me, taught me, protected me and cared for me. As you aged, I had the privilege of loving you, protecting you and caring for you. Today I watched you take His hand and return home. I want to thank you for allowing me to spend these last precious years with you. You will forever be in my thoughts, my prayers and especially in my heart. I Love You, Mom." Funeral services will be held Friday, January 7, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Bountiful 9th Ward Chapel, 585 East Center Street. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and Friday morning from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Nielson, Nanette Claire Nanette Claire Nielson 1938 ~ 2004 Nanette Claire Nielson, 66, died of cancer on Thursday, Dec 30, 2004. She passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in the home of her son. She was born June 29, 1938 in Salt Lake City to Cornelius (Carl) Bierman and Emma Huish Bierman, the second of two daughters. She grew up in California and Utah and graduated from Davis High School and the University of Utah. She married her sweetheart, Joseph Lynn Nielson, in the Salt Lake Temple on July 19, 1963. She taught kindergarten and first grade for 25 years in western Germany, Salt Lake City, and Kaysville, including at Columbia and Sam Morgan Elementary Schools. Teaching was one of her primary passions, and she left a legacy of kindness and caring among children in Kaysville, in her neighborhood, and in the primary of her wards in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A dedicated artist and illustrator, she loved attending painting workshops in central and southern Utah and even Great Britain. Nanette is reunited with her beloved husband; mother; step-father, Dewey Moore; sister, Carlene Nourot; cousin, Anne Hedgepeth; and nephew, Chris Nourot. She is survived by her 11 grandchildren and five children, Daniel (Jennifer) of Provo, Cindy (Jim) Gieber of Layton, Carrie A. (Wayne) Jones of Tooele, Benjamin (Robin) of Syracuse, and Andrew (Jill) of Alexandria, VA. She will be profoundly missed by her family, friends and former students. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 6, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the Crestwood Stake Center, 855 E. Mutton Hollow Road. Friends and family may call Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Thursday from 12:45 to 1:45 at the church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers family suggests donations be made to the Lance Armstrong Live Strong foundation or any cancer charity. e-mail condolences and rememberances to the family at drewnielson@yahoo.com Published in the Deseret News from 1/2/2005 - 1/4/2005. Rolph, Pattie C. Pattie C. Rolph 2/20/63 ~ 1/4/02 Your children are so big now I wish you could see them play Thru the year we've grown each and every day Our thoughts of you gradually turning more to joy than sorrow If only to see you again, Just for awhile. Love, John, Morgen, Braden Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Schmidt, Paul David Paul David Schmidt 1911 ~2005 Paul David Schmidt passed away peacefully January 2, 2005. Paul was born May 21st, 1911, the sixth child of John James Fredrick Schmidt and Marie Henrietta Bull. The family purchased a farm on Thanksgiving Day 1911, and moved from Salt Lake City to West Jordan where he developed his character and good nature, and lived the remainder of his life. While attending Jordan High School, he drove a school bus for Jordan School District, earning a little extra spending money, which most boys his age didn't have. He graduated from Jordan High in 1929. He married Laura Evelyn Martinsen, November 20, 1940, in the Salt Lake Temple for time and all eternity. He loved and deeply respected his sweetheart and companion of 64 years. They are the parents of five children: John Schmidt, Byron (Lynn) Schmidt, Dorothy (Paul) Whetman, Stanley (Janice) Schmidt and Carol (Ronnie) Beckemeyer. Paul's father was called to serve an LDS mission to Germany in 1929, leaving behind his loving wife, Marie, with six children to tend and run the farm, so Paul learned to do a man's work at a young age. Hard work and service have become a hallmark of his life. He was an excellent self-taught mechanic and welder. Many friends and neighboring farmers depended on him for help in fixing cars, tractors, or other farm equipment. He loved to visit and would often be found in his shop visiting with friends and brothers he loved so dearly. In 1955, Paul and his brother Henry purchased a farm in Idaho. A few years later, they purchased another farm in Belgrade, Montana. These farms, together with the West Jordan farm, were a focus of family life, offering rich and memorable experiences for both families. Paul was a quiet man, but had a very strong testimony of the gospel. When he prayed, he knew his prayers would be answered. He served 13 years in the Bishopric, five years on the High Council, four years as High Priest Group Leader, and also served in the Young Men presidency. While serving in the bishopric, he would visit every home in West Jordan during the Christmas season. He is survived by his children, 26 grandchildren and 28 great-grand-children. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Evelyn; parents; brothers and sisters Emma Schmidt Pixton, Charles Schmidt, Joseph J. Schmidt, Henry F. Schmidt and Frank B. Schmidt. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Garden Cove Ward meeting house at 1925 W. 9000 S., West Jordan, Utah. Friends and family may attend a viewing at the same location Wed. morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. prior to the funeral service. Interment West Jordan City Cemetery. Directors, Independent Funeral Service. The family expresses special thanks to Vista Care Hospice and Dee Horne, for their loving care rendered in time of need. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Shields, Myrle M. Myrle M. Shields "Together Forever" Myrle Miner Shields, 84, passed from the loving arms of her family into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father January 2, 2005. Born February 6, 1920 in Hinckley, Utah, to George Deleaze Miner and Lillie Elizabeth Anderson Miner. She married Vaughn E. Shields on September 2, 1936 in American Fork, later solemnized in the Logan Temple. Myrle was a hairstylist for over 45 years. She and dad loved to bowl, golf and took great pride in their yard and garden. She especially loved her roses. Mom took care of dad through his long illness with Alzheimer's. She won the battle of two cancer ordeals and endured a three-year illness with courage and dignity to the end. A life-long member of the LDS church, she had a lot of faith and survived many challenges. Myrle is survived by her brother, Darwin Miner (Bonnie); one son, Earl V. Shields (Barbara); two daughters, Joane S. Gile (Darrell), Marlene S. Feurer (Ralph), 11 grandchildren and many great and even some great-great-grandchildren. She will be missed by all of us. Preceded in death by her husband, Vaughn E. Shields; one grandson, Kyle Shields; numerous brothers including a twin brother, and two sisters. Very special thanks to those who took the time to visit her, the Wentworth at Union Park, and a very special angel, "Whitey." She was only at Highland Cove with Legacy Hospice for three days, but they kept her comfortable and out of pain. A special nurse there, Laurie, helped her and our family as she prepared to leave this world. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to a hospice care or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 102454, Atlanta, GA 30368-2454. Funeral services will be held January 5, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. at the Murray 21st Ward Chapel, 41 W. 6280 So., Murray, Utah. Friends and family may call prior to services from 11:00 a.m. -12:15 p.m. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Funeral directors: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005. Thomas, Ren‚e Ren‚e Thomas 1/13/29 ~ 1/2/05 FARMINGTON - Dawn Renee Thomas, age 75, passed away of natural causes on Sunday, 2 Jan 2005 in Farmington, UT. Renee was born 13 Jan 1929 in Payson, UT. She was the oldest of four children born to Rela and Max Depew. Renee was married to Lester Larsen Thomas, later divorced. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held a variety of positions during her lifetime. She enjoyed working with the Young Woman. She worked as an executive secretary for many prominent business men including CFS Financial, The University of Utah Medical Center and Intermountain Health Care She is survived by her children, Cheri (Michael) Ericksen; Brent (Joy) Thomas and Bart (Marsha) Thomas, and her siblings Afton (Charles) Maurin; Ken (Kay) Depew; and Monte (Marie) Depew. She was preceded in death by her parents. A viewing will be held Wednesday, 5 Jan 2005 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Mortuary at 295 North Main Street in Bountiful, UT. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 6 Jan 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. in the Salem 3rd Ward at 695 South 300 West in Salem, UT where friends may call from 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment in the Payson City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 1/4/2005.