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Bogue, Edmond Dennis
Edmond Dennis Bogue "Big Ed" 4/27/48 ~ 1/13/05 Edmond Dennis Bogue born April
27, 1948 to Edmond John and Ilene Sheridan Bogue died January 13, 2005.
Married Peggy Meecham, June 5, 1968. They had two children, Edmond John and
Brenda Merie. Ed was a free spirit who couldn't be confined by a day-to-day
job. He was an independent gold miner who traveled the world and followed his
dreams. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who fell in love with Alaska as a
young boy when he lived there with his dad. He returned many times during his
life to live there and in pursuit of fish and game and also mining projects.
The light of his life was his granddaughter, Edlena Merie. Survived by his
wife, Peggy; son, John; daughter, Brenda (Jesse) Mit-chell; granddaughters,
Edlena, Tori and Cheyenne Mitchell; grandson, Macoy Mitchell; special little
buddy, Alex Sullivan; mother and stepfather, Robert and Ilene Kemp; brothers,
Robert (Kristy) Kemp, Brent Kemp, Kevin (Julie) Bogue; sisters, Sandra (Doug)
Trappett, Shirley (Steve) Yates; Robyn Kemp, Kay (Alan) Wright;
brother-in-law, Bill (Jana) Meecham; sisters-in-law, Debi Coster, Barbara
(Randy) Neff; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Edmond John Bogue; father and mother-in-law,
Bill and Helen Mee-cham; and his special grandma Goose Mary Ann Bogue. There
will be a visitation held Friday January 21st, 6-9 p.m. at Redwood Memorial
Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Road.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/16/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Foley, Mary Leone Haight
Mary Leone Haight Foley 1923 ~ 2005 Mary Leone Haight Foley passed away
January 15, 2005 in Cedar City, UT. She was born August 9, 1923 to Herbert
Price and Margaret Olsen Haight in Cedar City, UT where she was raised with
her siblings Price, Karrol, and Barry. She married Thomas Foley on December
26, 1955 in Cedar City, UT. She is survived by her husband Thomas, her
children Robert Foley, Salt Lake City, UT; Brent (Jacqueline) Foley, Houston,
TX; Craig Foley, Bountiful, UT; and Margaret (Rick) Maurer, Cedar City, UT;
seven grandchildren Rylan, Shaye, Nolan, Casey, Shana, Trenton, and Brandon;
and brother Price (Gayle) Haight, Fairfax, VA. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cedar City Second and Eighth
Ward Chapel (212 W 200 S). Friends and family may visit Wednesday evening from
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary (190 N 300 W, Cedar City) and
Thursday morning from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in
the Cedar City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the
emeriti scholarship fund at SUU. (Forever and ever, Mom.) Condolences may be
sent through our website at www.southernutahmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.

Johnson, Mary Sorensen Buist
Mary Sorensen Buist Johnson 1914 ~ 2005 Our wonderful, loving mother, Mary
Buist Johnson, 90, passed away in the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City last
Saturday, January 15, 2005. Mom was born on September 13, 1914 in Wellsville,
Utah to Alexander Burnett and Bertha Sorensen Buist. She attended schools in
Cache County and graduated from South Cache High School. She continued her
education at Utah State University for one year. (They were always the
"Aggies" to her.) She married Oscar LeRoy Dunn in the Logan LDS Temple on
December 5, 1934. They were later divorced. On August 4, 1951, she married
Clive Cooper Johnson. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS
Temple. They had a happy marriage, where for 44 years they enjoyed traveling,
attending baseball games and other sporting events and especially dancing.
They particularly loved to attend anything their grandchildren and
great-grandchildren participated in. She worked for Equitable Life and
Casualty Insurance Company for 52 years, finally retiring at age 75. After her
retirement, she really looked forward to attending the Christmas parties each
year, where she was treated like royalty. Mom was very active in the DAV
Auxiliary for many years. She served faithfully by her husband's side,
enjoying every minute spent with him and the people they learned to know and
love. She was an active member in the LDS Church all her life and served in
many callings, including Counselor in the Young Woman's Mutual program and 30
years as Ward Librarian. She was a very dedicated Visiting Teacher. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Clive C. Johnson; her parents, Alexander and
Bertha Buist; two sisters, Leona Rice and Esther Kerr; and a brother, Charles
A. Buist. She is survived by her son, Robert L. (Peggy) Dunn; daughter,
Marjean Dunn Rufener; five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two
great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves many step-grandchildren,
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services, under
direction of Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr., will be held at 1:00
p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2005 at the McKay Ward, 1623 South 500 East, where
friends may call Wednesday 6:30 - 8 p.m. and Thursday 11:45 -12:45 p.m. Mom,
we will miss you very much and are so thankful that we've been able to enjoy
your sweet spirit and wonderful zest for life for so many years. You have
taught us so much about living. We will especially miss your love and how
happy you always were to see us.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/18/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Johnson, Patrick
Patrick Johnson 7/5/61 ~ 1/18/03 Thank you for a legacy of love and
friendship. You will be in our hearts forever.
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.

Leavitt, Fawn Gardner
Fawn Gardner Leavitt 1916 ~ 2005 Our dear mother, wife, grandmother, and
sister, Fawn Gardner Leavitt, passed away peacefully in Bountiful, Utah
January 15, 2005, surrounded by loving family. She was born in Hayden, Utah
July 2, 1916 to Charles Orrin and Laura Oberhansly Gardner, the sixth of eight
children. She lived much of her life in the Uintah Basin, in both Hayden and
Roosevelt, Utah before moving to Bountiful. She graduated from BYU and began
teaching school in Mesquite, Nevada where she met her eternal sweetheart,
Theron Leavitt, marrying him in the Salt Lake Temple and settling in
Roosevelt, Utah. Mom was a master teacher. No child entering her classroom
failed to learn to read. She received quiet requests from adults who were
illiterate and taught them this fundamental skill. Mom and Dad loved people,
had many friends, hosted lively parties, and participated in civic and
cultural clubs. Mom had a great devotion to and conviction of the principles
of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as Young
Women's president, in the stake Relief Society presidency, Primary presidency,
and in numerous teaching positions. She was a temple worker in the Provo, Salt
Lake, and Bountiful Temples. She accompanied Dad in serving an LDS mission at
the New York Visitor's Center. She was preceded in death by her dear husband,
Theron; and survived by four children, Laura (Ric) Hauck, Saundra (Dennis)
Rasmussen, Kathy (Ross) Gardner, and Noel (Nancy) Leavitt. She has 18
grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one surviving brother, Bert
Gardner. She has numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be
held Wed-nesday, January 19th at 11 a.m. in the Mueller Park Stake Center,
1800 East 1800 South, Bountiful. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6:30-8
p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful, and
Wednesday morning from 10-10:45 a.m. at the Muller Park Stake Center. Burial
will be in the Memorial Estates Lakeview Cemetery in Bountiful.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/17/2005 - 1/18/2005.

Lovell, Ray Wheeler
Ray Wheeler Lovell "Til We Meet Again" Ray Wheeler Lovell died in the presence
of his loved ones on January 16, 2005 in Murray, Utah. Born August 10, 1921 in
Ririe, Idaho, to George Hyrum and Harriett Larkin Borrowman Lovell, the third
of six children. He was raised on a farm with a milk bucket between his knees
and a beet hoe in his hand. Graduated from Ricks College and Brigham Young
University. He married Florence Lindsay, of Taylorsville, in the Salt Lake
Temple October 15, 1943. Employed by Geneva Steel where he worked as an
accountant and retired after 36 years. Served faithfully in many positions in
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints including bishop, stake
missionary, full-time missionary to Cleveland, Ohio with his eternal
companion, and temple ordinance worker in the Provo Temple for eight years. He
was always ready to sing and dance. He was without guile and a friend to all.
Survived by his wife, Florence; seven children: David (Lois) Lovell,
Taylorsville; Byron (Cynthia) Lovell, Orangevale, CA; Richard (Sarah) Lovell,
Payson; Joan (Randy) Shaw, Taylorsville; Joyce (John, deceased) Kormylo,
Logan; Keith (Gini) Lovell, Spanish Fork; Ann (Jeffrey, deceased) Johnson,
Delta; 27 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; brothers: George Lloyd
(Amber) Lovell, Ririe, Idaho; Rendon David (Maralyn) Lovell, Ririe, Idaho;
sisters: Lois Ellen) (Jack) Parry, Idaho Falls; Myrna Agnes (Kenneth)
Hamilton, Idaho Falls. Preceded in death by grandson, Keyton Lovell; sister,
Leah Susanna and her husband, Pershing Cleverly. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, January 20, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at the Hobble Creek Stake Center, 555
South 600 East, Springville, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday, January 19,
2005, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road,
Taylorsville, Utah, and Thursday at the church in Springville, 9:30-10:45 a.m.
prior to services. Interment, Evergreen Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.

Meik, Elizabeth Ann (Betty)
Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Meik 1920 ~ 2004 Elizabeth was born on April 29, 1920
and died on January 10, 2004. She was the third of four children. She was
preceded in death by her mother, Margueritte Smith Meik; her father, Lorenzo
Alexander Meik; and one brother, Lindsey Meik. She is survived by Margueritte
(Clara) Greenway and Florence Meik Howell. A viewing will be held at 1:00 p.m.
Wed., January 19, 2005 at the Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Dr.
Funeral services will follow at 1:30 p.m. Interment will be held in the Salt
Lake Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.

Russo, Kathleen Williams
Kathleen Williams Russo 6/1/47 ~ 1/15/05 Our mom, Kathleen Williams Russo,
left this life on Saturday, January 15, 2005, surrounded by her family. She is
joyously reunited with her husband Vic, father Avon, and her dear Savior Jesus
Christ. Kathy was born June 1st 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah, daughter of
Marjorie Jean and Avon Vaughn Williams. She married Victor Paul Russo on
February 15th 1967. Mother of Samara (Sammy Pie), Tonya, Gina, Karana,
Anthony, Ken and Jim. Loving grandma to Zach, Nina and Vanna. Our mom enjoyed
many things including her piano, crocheting, Seinfeld, the guitar, all kinds
of music - especially the blues and Bob Dylan. She always wanted the simple
life of living in a little cabin in the mountains surrounded by trees and
pinecones. She had such incredible strength and love for her family. Despite
her convictions, mom allowed us to make our own choices with acceptance and
unwavering love. She was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Her faith and selfless nature were truly remarkable. Kathy
is survived by above family, six brothers and sisters: Mary Flowers (Lionel),
Michael Williams, Chris Edgeworth (Richard), Carolyn Woolsey (Bill), David
Williams (Terri) and John Williams; 20 nieces and nephews; a special Aunt
Mary, as well as many others including a grandbaby on the way. Special thanks
to Dr. Kushner and Dr. Werner at the Huntsman Cancer Institute and all of the
wonderful hospice nurses. We love you mom. Private Interment at Utah Veterans
Memorial Park. Directors - Independent Funeral Service. We'll meet again Don't
know where, don't know when, But I know we'll meet again Some sunny day.
Johnny Cash
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.

Saltas, Pete George
Pete George Saltas "One Tough Miner" 1918 ~ 2005 After 86 years of living life
his way, Pete George Saltas, left it his way, peacefully at home, Saturday,
January 15, 2005. Pete was born on the family farm, May 22, 1918 in Moreland,
Idaho to George and Evanthia Pappasideris Saltas, immigrants from Megara,
Greece. At a young age, his large family moved to Greek Camp in Copperfield,
Bingham Canyon, Utah where by age seven he began his reputation as a hard and
honest worker as a watch and shoe repairman, and newspaper delivery boy. Pete
spent most of his adult life among his fellow copper miners of Bingham Canyon,
first as a trackman for the B&G Railroad in 1936. He held various positions in
the powder and truck departments of Utah Copper (later, Kennecott), finally
retiring after 42 years of service as a General Foreman of mining operations.
Pete's open pit mining expertise was instrumental during the transition of the
Bingham mine from rail orientation to the modern, truck operation it is today.
Pete graduated from Bingham High School in 1936 where he captained the Bingham
football team. He was a noted baseball player of that era, and also spent time
as a semi-professional wrestler. In the 1940's he made numerous explorations
of Grand and Marble Canyons on behalf of Dr. Russell Frazier, and later joined
the many adventurous men searching for uranium throughout the Moab region.
There is little that Pete didn't try in his life. His strength and toughness
were legendary. So was his generosity and his love for his family, with whom
he particularly enjoyed camping, fishing, and traveling. He married and later
divorced Wanda Hatt, with whom he had four sons, Gary (Jeanne), Sam, Dick
(Diane) Irey, and Jim (Linda) Irey. On August 13, 1952, he married Stella
Nepolis, who was at his side, as always, on Saturday night. Their children
are, John (Paula), Terry (Roxanne), Steve (Diane), and Paula (Tony) Mason. All
of his children survive him, as well as 25 grandchildren, 12
great-grandchildren, and scores of nieces and nephews. He is also survived by
his sister, Mary Saltas Mannos; and brother, Tom Saltas. He was preceded in
death by his parents; and three brothers, Spero, Paul, and Alex; and two
sisters, Andromache (Maggie) Kastanis and Evangelia (Vig) Malkogiannis.
Friends and family may call at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood
Road, Tuesday, January 18, from 6-8 p.m. Trisagion prayer service will be at 7
p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 19, 12 noon, at Prophet
Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 South Highland Drive. Internment at Redwood
Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made
to Holy Trinity Cathedral Restoration Fund, 279 South 300 West, SLC, UT 84101.
We love you and will miss you, Papou. Thank you for the lessons. May his
memory be eternal.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/17/2005 - 1/18/2005.

Tilt, Signe Pearson
Signe Pearson Tilt 9/1/18 ~ 1/14/05 Our loving wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and sister, Signe P. Tilt, passed away January 14, 2005.
She was born September 1, 1918 in Eksharad, Sweden to Hjalmar E. Pearson and
Ida Karolina Jonsson. Emigrated to Minneapolis, MN in 1923, where the family
earned U.S. citizenship. She graduated from school in Minneapolis, worked as a
secretary in Minneapolis and Los Angeles, CA. She joined the WAAC and served
in the U.S. Air Force in World War II. She married Lloyd V. Tilt in 1944 in
High Wycombe, England. At the end of World War II she settled in Salt Lake
City with husband, Lloyd. She is survived by her husband; four children,
Marsha (Steven) Warr, Lloyd II (Prilla), Edward (Faye), and Linda (Curtis)
Dumas; 14 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Inez
living in St. Paul, MN. Preceded in death by parents; and sister, Anne. Signe
enjoyed handicrafts, including sewing, knitting, and quilting. She served many
years as a genealogist, specializing in Scandinavian languages. She loved
spending time with her family. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday,
January 19, 2005, 12 noon at Deseret Memorial Mortuary, 36 East 700 South,
Salt Lake City. A viewing for family and friends will be held Tuesday, January
18, from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, January 19, 11-11:45 a.m. at Deseret Memorial
Mortuary. Interment, Elysian Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please donate to
your favorite charity.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/16/2005 - 1/18/2005.

Winder, Pamela M.
Pamela M. Winder 1934 ~ 2005 Pamela M. Winder passed away from natural causes
January 14, 2005. Pamela was born June 18, 1934 in Tamaroa, Illinois the
daughter of James and Mabel Martin. Shortly after her birth the family moved
to DuQuoin, Illinois. She attended school in DuQuoin, and graduated with
honors in 1952 from DuQuoin High School. Following her schooling in DuQuoin,
Pamela attended Stevens College in Columbia, Missouri graduating with an
Associate Degree in 1954. In 1955 Pamela entered the University of Utah. It
was there that she met her future husband, David. They were married June 24,
1955, and Pam and Dave then moved to Palo Alto, California where Dave attended
law school. During the law school years, Pam worked as a clerk at Palo Alto
Hospital. Without her salary from the hospital and the G.I. Bill, the couple
would never have made it through law school. On June 17, 1958 Dave graduated
from law school, and on that same date the couple's first child, Ann, was
born. She was followed by a daughter, Kay, in 1960, and a son, James, in 1964.
During this time Pam was completely committed to her family. She was a
wonderful wife and mother. After her children had all reached their teens, Pam
looked around for something to occupy her time. She had long been a voracious
reader and even when the children were younger she had attained a reputation
as a book reviewer. She accepted a job as an assistant librarian at Highland
High School. She worked there part-time for approximately eight years, and
then transferred to Rowland Hall. She thoroughly enjoyed both of these jobs
and particularly liked the involvement with the students and her co-workers.
Pam was a very private person and liked nothing better than curling up along
with a good book. Her enjoyment of reading was only surpassed by her interest
in her five grandchildren. These grandchildren range in age from 28 to two
years, and Pam loved and had a keen interest in all of them. Pamela is
preceded in death by her mother and father, Mabel and James Martin. She is
survived by her husband; her three children and spouses, Ann (Larry) Bugni,
Kay (James) Mit-chell, James (Shawn Apgood) Winder; and five grandchildren,
Laura Bugni, Tony Bugni, Andrew Bugni, David Mitchell, and Alexandria Winder.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2005, 12 noon at the
United States Courthouse, 350 South Main St., SLC, Utah, room 246. (Second
floor). In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the charity of your
choice. Funeral directors, Neil O'Donnell & Sons.
Published in the Deseret News from 1/16/2005 - 1/18/2005.

Wright, Edith S.
Edith S. Wright 1939 ~ 2005 Edith S. Wright, beloved wife, mother, and
grandmother, age 65 passed away January 14, 2005 in an automobile accident.
Born November 20, 1939 in Burley, ID to Henry and Mildred Schenk. She was a
member of the LDS Church and served on an Eastern States Mission. She
graduated from the LDS Business College. Married to John E. Wright on July 10,
1965 and had two children, Randy and Wendy. She worked for the Federal Reserve
Bank for 25 years. She enjoyed the outdoors, family trips, and genealogy. She
enjoyed feeding her birds, and cats, and her little pug. Survived by husband
John, son Randy, daughter Wendy (Jason), grandson Zachary. Also survived by
mother Mildred, sisters Gail and Karen. Preceded in death by her father Henry.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m., South
Jordan Country Crossing Stake Center, 10830 S. 3200 W. Viewing will be held
Thurs., January 20, 2005 at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan
Pkwy. (10600 So.) from 6-8 p.m. and at the church one hour before the services
Friday. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Deseret News on 1/18/2005.