OBITS: Deseret News 8 Jun 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah text formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Beckstrom, Janice Thygerson Janice Thygerson Beckstrom 1938 ~ 2005 Janice Thygerson Beckstrom passed away June 6, 2005 in West Jordan, UT. Born Aug 1, 1938 to David Owen Thygerson and Phyllis Bigler Thygerson. An active member of the LDS Church. Enjoyed music and her Primary children. Also worked with the handicap mutual. Devoted mother and grandmother, her grandchildren were the joy of her life. She touched the lives of all who knew her. Survived by children: Jeff (Janice) Beckstrom, Lisa (David) Houtz, Greg Beckstrom; seven grandchildren; sisters, Jeanne (Frank) Brown, Joyce (Deloy) Dawson; brothers, Phil (Sherri) Thygerson, Richard (Barbara) Thygerson, Robert Thygerson. Preceded in death by parents; niece, Debra Dawson; nephew, Kevin Thygerson. Services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Prairie 4th Ward, 5320 W. 7000 So. Viewing will be Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South and at the ward one hour prior to services. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Brunetti, Guy Joe Guy Joe Brunetti 1929 ~ 2005 The family of Guy Joe Brunetti wishes to thank the many friends and associates for the expression of love and kind thoughts at the passing of our husband, father, brother and Bubba. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Carter, Edith Edith Carter "DeeDee" "Together Again" Edith Fryer Dodds Carter passed away June 5, 2005 in Salt Lake City, after a long struggle with cancer. Born April 15, 1921 in Goshen, UT to John Albert and Annie Fryer Dodds. Married Alton W. Carter on Sept. 15, 1941; later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He passed away May 27, 2002. Edith was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in various and many positions. Her favorite calling was with her husband serving as stake missionaries. Survived by children, Linda (Stewart) Olsen, Myrna (Doug) Forney, Brian (Lorene) Carter; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by son, Alton Larry; 11 brothers and sisters. We give thanks to the U of U MICU and Doctor Estelle Harris for their loving care. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Jenkins Soffe Mortuary, 4760 S. State Street, where friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday and from 10-10:45 a.m. on Friday. Interment Spanish Fork Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate a donation to help with Edith's headstone. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Coombs, Gary Lee Gary Lee Coombs 1933 ~ 2005 Gary Lee Coombs, age 71, died June 5, 2005 at his home of Parkinson's Disease, surrounded by his family. Gary was born October 16, 1933 in Salt Lake City to Lonnie J. and LaVerne Coombs. Gary graduated from South High in 1951 and enlisted in the US Air Force. Gary was stationed in France, where he met his soul mate, Liliane. He and Lili were wed on August 25, 1956 in France. They returned to Salt Lake City and began their family. Gary was employed at AT&T for 35 years, retiring in 1990. Gary enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Gary shared his love of the outdoors with his grandchildren, teaching each of them "Grandpa's Secrets." Gary and Lili traveled extensively after their retirement. Gary was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons, Progress Lodge #22, and El Kalah Temple of the Shrine. Gary is survived by his wife Lili; daughters Patricia (Joe) Blackburn, Martine (Brad) Wilkes, Monique (Dave) Ferguson; and grandchildren Collette, Justin, Dallon, Madeline, Cassidy, Sadie and Garrett. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005 at 10:30 a.m., at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 S. Friends are welcome to visit 11/2 hours prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Shriner's Hospital. The family wishes to thank Legacy Hospice (Amy, Mark, Jodi and Britnee) for their compassionate care. For online condolences see www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Dahl, Judith Judith Dahl "Judy" KAMAS, UT- Judith "Judy" Dahl, 62, of Kamas, Utah passed away on Monday, June 06, 2005, at her home. She was born on July 2, 1942 in Murray, Utah to Everett James and Cora (Goff) Dahl. She was a graduate of Brigham Young University. She was a teacher for 36 years. Judy was a member of the L.D.S. Church. She wrote and had published a book, "The History of the Emerson School District." She is survived by her brothers Edwin E. Dahl of Kamas, Utah and James C. Dahl of Heber City, Utah Sisters, Wendy (Bob) Richins and Mary D. Lilienthal, both Coalville. Graveside service will be on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 3401 Highland Drive in Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call at the Crandall Funeral Home on Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. De St. Jeor, Doris Alice Burrell Doris Alice Burrell De St. Jeor "Loving Aunt" Doris Alice Burrell De St. Jeor passed away Friday June 3, 2005, of natural causes. Born January 29, 1909 to Alfred Burrell Sr. and Emma Louisa Cogman Burrell in Norwich, Norfolk, England. She emigrated to America with her parents in April of 1937. She married Archie E. De St. Jeor Aprl 22, 1946, in the Salt Lake Temple. (He preceded her in death December 27, 1992.) She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints both in England and in Salt Lake City as teacher, organist, temple worker, active genealogist and served with her husband as a missionary in the British Isles. She served as historian for both the De St. Jeor and the Burrell family organizations. Upon her arrival in America she became a stenographer at ZCMI and later as a bookkeeper for a real estate agency until her retirement in 1974. She is survived by a brother, Wilfred Burrell (Kathryn) Salt Lake City; nine nieces, and five nephews. Preceded in death by three brothers, Alfred Burrell Jr., Herbert Burrell, Arthur Burrell and by her sister Gladys Burrell Cox. She has been living at the Wentworth at South Temple Assisted Living Center for six years and for four months has been served by Inspiration Hospice. She was grateful for those who touched her life and expressed her love for her many friends. She will be missed for the love that she generated wherever she went. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005, 12 noon at the 21st North Ward, 680 East 2nd Avenue. Friends may call one hour before the service. Interment will be in the Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers she requested donations be made to the Arthritis or Cancer Foundations. Published in the Deseret News from 6/8/2005 - 6/9/2005. Dunn, Robert Frank Robert Frank Dunn 1922 ~ 2005 Robert Frank Dunn was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on December 4, 1922. Our precious daddy, grandfather, and great-grandfather chose June 4, 2005 to return to his Heavenly Father and rejoin his parents and his wonderful granddaughter, Suzie. Bob married Mary Hansen and they have three beautiful daughters, Cori, Karen and Suzanne. Bob and Mary were later divorced. Bob loved and cherished his family above all else in his life. He was always happiest when surrounded by his close family at any kind of get-together! He was very proud and always expressed deep pleasure at achievements attained by any and all of his children and grandchildren. Bob also constantly expressed endless thanks and gratitude for every attention or help given him by everyone throughout his life. Bob was very proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1940-1946 during World War II. The destroyers Bob served on were involved in many Pacific Theatre battles, including Midway and Iwo Gima. Bob loved to travel anytime, anywhere, and especially enjoyed living in Reno, Nevada for several years before returning to his family in Salt Lake as his health had begun to weaken. Bob's personal needs were few and simple but he dreamed big dreams. He was always motivated to give everything possible to his family. Our family expresses deep respect and admiration to the nurses, aides, and management staff at Woodland Park Care Center, especially Jennifer, Gypsy, Beth, and Lisa, for their consistent loving care for our Dad. Bob is survived by his three daughters, Coralynn (Glade) Crosgrove, Karen Evans, and Suzanne (Dale) Mitchley; he is also survived by Mary Dunn and Jeronimo Lozano; John Elkins Sr.; grandchildren, John Jr., Robert, James, Corrine, Brittany, Steven Jr., Katie; and 10 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, and granddaughter, Suzie Walker. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State where friends may call Friday from 10-11:00 a.m. Interment with military honors at the Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bluffdale, Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Durham, Janie Janie Durham 1921 ~ 2005 Janie Mae Stewart Durham, age 83, passed away June 5, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born August 20, 1921 in Benton, Louisiana, daughter of Melvin and Mary Robinson Stewart. Married Sam Durham in Salt Lake City, Utah; he preceded her in death. Member of the Calvary Baptist Church. Survived by daughter, Patricia Gray; daughter-in-law, Tammy L. Durham; granddaughter, Kelly N. Durham; grandsons: Rufus C. Gray, Alex B. Durham and Thomas Durham. Also preceded in death by mother; grandmother, Janie M. Means; stepmother, Lena B. Means; grandfather, Reverend Humphrey Means; son, Sam Durham; brothers: Willie, Melvin, Eugene and Thomas Stewart; sisters: Johnnie Gray Stewart, Lucille Richardson and Euradell Johnson. Funeral services will be held Friday, 12:00 noon at the Calvary Baptist Church, 1090 South State Street. A viewing will be held Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Friday at the church, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon prior to service. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Flores, Jose Alfonso Jose Alfonso Flores 1946 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Jose Alfonso Flores, 58, passed away in Deer Mountain on June 6, 2005. He was born August 2, 1946 in Ayotla, Mexico to Filemon and Maria De Los Angeles Velasco Flores. He married his sweetheart, Alfa O. Rubalcava. Jose was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on December 23, 1963. He served a full-time mission in Mexico from 1967-1969. He also served as a stake president, bishop, mission president counselor and various other callings. He currently serves as branch president of the Prospector Branch in the Park City Stake. Jose is survived by his wife and children: Walkyria and Brad, Alfonso and Penelope, Deyavira and Gabriel, Alfa and Shane and grandchildren Benjamin, Erick, Austin, Sadie and Alessandra. He is also survived by his brothers Filemon, Hugo, Juan Jose, Samuel and sister Veronica. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at the Park City Stake Center, 2300 Monitor Drive in Park City. Interment will be in Park City Cemetery. Arrangements by SereniCare, Funeral Directors. "We will miss you Tata" Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Grover, Fannie Donaldson Fannie Donaldson Grover "Beloved Mother" BLUFFDALE- Fannie D. Grover, 87, passed away at her home Friday, June 3, 2005 in Bluffdale, Utah. She was born in Springville, Utah Aug. 11, 1917 to John William Donaldson and Amy Tautz Reynolds. Married Wayne Smith Grover in the Salt Lake LDS Temple Dec. 1, 1938. She is survived by six children, William (Glenda), Lodi, CA; Ronald (Erika), Ellensburg, WA; David (Candy), Janesville, CA; Stanley (Cherilyn), Susanville, CA; Phylis (Robert) Adams, Bluffdale, Kay (James) Wiley, Stevensville, TX; 20 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchil dren. Preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; and one grandchild. She was a faithful member of the LDS Church all her life and served in many capacities. She resided in Susanville, Lassen County, CA for 50 years. For the last several years, she has resided in the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Phylis and Robert Adams in Bluffdale. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Bluffdale 2nd Ward Chapel, 14400 So. 1700 West. Friends may call Friday 7-8:30 p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, and Saturday 10-10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Bluffdale City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Harris, William John William John Harris "Bill" William John Harris passed away June 5, 2005 in Salt Lake City, UT. Born Sept. 26, 1944 in Tucson, AZ and adopted as the oldest son of Dr. and Mrs. Ira Eugene Harris in Miami, AZ. The biggest joy of his life were his children Chris and Loni Harris and the happiness he found as a new member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The family is eternally grateful for the love and care of his Ward family He is survived by his son Chris, daughter, Loni, both of CA; and his sister Ann Wittke, WA. Preceded in death by his parents and brother Gene. A memorial service will be held Thursday June 9, 2005, 6 p.m. at the Meadowbrook 1st Ward, 1250 W. Atherton Dr.(4375 So.) Funeral Directors Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Hilton, Vera Lee Beckett Vera Lee Beckett Hilton 1917 ~ 2005 Vera Lee Hilton, age 87, loving wife of Barney Holbrook Hilton, died Sunday, June 5, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born in Leeton, Missouri, September 8, 1917, to Loren Philip Beckett and Lettie May Dick Beckett, first of their nine children. She came to Pleasant Grove, Utah in 1938, and met her sweetheart. They were married March 17, 1939, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Vera Lee was a dedicated wife and mother. She was an intelligent woman who loved learning and teaching. She had a deep and abiding love for her Savior and served willingly in many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; including three full-time missions with Barney to Nauvoo, Illinois; Jacksonville, Florida; and the Atlanta Georgia Temple. She had a beautiful singing voice, a flair for drama and dancing, and loved to share a good joke. She was a wonderful cook and was famous for her flaky piecrusts. Vera Lee is survived by her husband Barney and six of their seven children; Donn and Katy Hilton, Michal and Allen Miller, Stephanie and Steve Glende, Sally and Jim Everett, Sydney and Doug Whipple, and Mark and Marinda Hilton; and sisters, Lucille Richins, Jean Pope and Julia Clear. Preceded in death by infant daughter Patricia. She was the proud grandmother of 29 and great-grandmother of 37. Thanks to the caring staff at Federal Heights Care Center and VistaCare Hospice. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005, at 12 p.m. at the Winder 2nd Ward, 1361 East 4000 South. Friends may call Thursday evening, June 9, 2005, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church on Friday, from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to: www.holbrookmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the LDS Church. Published in the Deseret News from 6/7/2005 - 6/8/2005. Hipwell, Julia O. Julia O. Hipwell 1914 ~ 2005 Julia Orullian Hipwell, quietly stepped out of this life and into the arms of her beloved husband and parents on June 4, 2005. Julie was born on March 24, 1914 to Venus and Joseph Orullian in Salt Lake City, Utah. She married William (Bill) Hipwell in 1951 who brought light into her life everyday until his death in 1996. Julie is survived by six loving brothers; Alma (Bessie), Hyrun (Dawn), Peter (Gloria), Daniel (Judy), David (Janice), Ephriam (Virginia), and many nieces and nephews who loved, respected and cared for her and Bill until their passing. Those who loved Julie gathered around her at her passing for a beautiful family prayer. Julie depended upon and was greatly served by her loving brothers and sisters-in-law for many years. She was always grateful and appreciative of their kindness'. The nieces and nephews who tended to her regularly will miss teasing her to make her smile, although we were never a good stand-in for Bill. Julia worked as a valued employee of the Glade Candy Company for many years. She was a wonderful wife and homemaker and loved tending to her beautiful yard and rose gardens. She will be missed by those who cared for and loved her. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, June 9, 2005 at 12:00 in the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chaple, 3401 South Highland Drive. Friend and family can honor Julia Wednesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to the services at the Mortuary. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park Published in the Deseret News from 6/7/2005 - 6/8/2005. Kirkham, Joe Ann Joe Ann Kirkham "Will Be Missed" Joe Ann Rentmeister Kirkham, age 71, prematurely left this life June 4, 2005. Born July 24, 1933 in Tremonton, Utah to Joseph Antone and Sarah Annie Larkin Rentmeister. She was raised in Juniper, Idaho and Granger, Utah. Met her sweetheart, Berkley Kay Kirkham working at Salt Lake Hardware and they were married September 19, 1952; solemnized December 19, 1957 in the Salt Lake Temple. He passed away October 30, 1992. Joe Ann liked to sing and was active in the LDS Church. She spent her life caring for her husband and children. Survived by eight children; 12 grandchildren; six great-grand-children; brothers, Jay (Garva) Rentmeister, Riverton; Grant (Joyce) Rentmeister, West Jordan. Funeral services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m. at the Kearns 5th Ward, 5025 West 4865 South. Friends may visit Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Friday at the church one hour prior to services. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 6/8/2005 - 6/9/2005. Larsen, Martina Van Paddenburg Martina Van Paddenburg Larsen 1916 ~ 2005 Martina Van Paddenburg Larsen passed away June 7, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah at age 89. Born February 3, 1916 in Amsterdam, Holland to Jan William Van Paddenburg and Tryntje Bakker. June 1925 she immigrated to the United States. November 15, 1935 married Edward Lewis Larsen. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on August 15, 1979. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served honorably as a counselor in Relief Society, as a temple worker in the Salt Lake Temple and as a visiting teacher. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward Lewis Larsen and daughter Patricia Olena Larsen Anderson. Survived by a son, Thomas Edward Larsen (Lael), a daughter Nancy Carol Larsen Davis, (Ben), son Richard Paul Larsen, (Norma Jean), eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, her two sisters, Suzanna Goodfellow, and Kathryn Ross, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10th, 11 a.m. at the LeGrand Ward, 1078 South McClelland Street (1000 E.) A viewing will be held Thursday, June 9, 2005, 7-9 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. So. Temple and at the ward one hour prior to the service. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Male, Ruth Tolman Ruth Tolman Male 1919 ~ 2005 In loving memory of a woman ahead of her time, a business woman and author. Born Ruth Lavon Miller July 20, 1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Died June 4, 2005. Survived by her five children: Radon Tolman of Wheatridge, CO; Chad Tolman of Wilmington, DE; Kim Carlson-Male of Sylvania, GA; Jamie Male of Cortlandt Manor, NY; and Rarilee Conway of Wilmington, NY. She is also survived by her brother Robert Miller and sister Dorothy Meyers, both of Salt Lake City, Utah, and by 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Debts of gratitude for the services and care of Uihlein Mercy Center in Lake Placid, NY, and High Peaks Hospice in Saranac Lake, NY. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Mann, Helen G. Helen G. Mann "Together Forever" Helen was born on April 30, 1909 in Marble, Colorado to Rose G. Goodman and Frank S. Goodman. She passed away June 6, 2005 in Holladay, Utah. Helen married Newell Call Mann on June 17, 1931 in the Salt Lake Temple for time and all eternity. Newell died on August 30, 2000. She worked for Walker Bank in the Trust department and for U & I Sugar until it relocated to Idaho. She was secretary to the Stake Presidency in the Holladay Stake for 13 years. Helen and Newell worked together in the extraction program of the LDS Church for years. Helen was a convert to the LDS Church and was an active member. Together they had three children: Roselyn Stratton (Paul M. Stratton-deceased) Salt Lake City, Utah, Shirlene Andrus (Gary V. Andrus) Soldotna, Alaska and N. Clynn Mann (Marilyn Mann) Sandy, Utah. She leaved 15 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, 12 noon at the Holladay 11th Ward, 2065 E. 4675 So., Holladay, Utah, where family and friends may gather from 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Funeral directors, Larkin Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News from 6/8/2005 - 6/9/2005. Nash, Rita Jones Rita Jones Nash 1922 ~ 2005 Rita Jones Nash, who loved the Lord and all His children, died June 4, 2005, after a stroke. She was 83. Love and service were the keys to Mom's life. "I first learned the joy of service from my parents. They were always actively engaged in serving the Lord and building up His kingdom," she wrote in 1997. "It was a principle that came naturally to Karl and me after our marriage because he was raised the same way." Her life was devoted to family and church in both word and deed. Mom loved her husband dearly; they were married for 57 very happy years. She also loved her family, the gospel, her friends, her neighbors, her extended family, letters, visiting on the phone, family reunions, sewing club, entertaining, reading, researching and writing family histories, Nevada, and DUP. Finally she loved being with Dad at Wentworth and then at CareSource when they could no longer be together at home. Mom was born January 25, 1922 in Overton, Nevada, the sixth of seven children born to Willard Larson and Lois Emily Earl Jones. She earned a bachelor's of science degree in business and journalism from Utah State University and wrote or broadcasted for KSL and KDYL in Salt Lake City, KENO in Las Vegas, and as a columnist in the 1950s for the Deseret News. She met Karl E. Nash in 1944 in Las Vegas (note: at church) and had this impression: "He's going to be part of your future." They were married January 29, 1947, in the Salt Lake Temple. Her service in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints included a term from 1952 to 1957 on the Young Women's General Board; as president of the YWMIA, Primary, and Relief Society; and as a teacher and organist in other auxiliaries. She and Dad served a mission to Tampa, Florida, from 1983 to 1985 and then they were ordinance workers in the Salt Lake Temple for 11 years. She's survived by her husband and sons and their wives, Michael, Richard (Laurie), Scott (Kathy), and foster son, Norman Brown (Bequi). Her grandchildren are Paul, Emily, and Melissa; Jessica, Amy, and Sarah; and Bethnie (Goldlin) Wall (and their daughter, Phoenix) and Roselyn and Jared Brown. She is also survived by her sister, Wilma Adams (Tom) and a devoted contingent of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her infant son, Douglas; and by four sisters and one brother, Wendell Jones, Erma Stewart, Merle Onstott, Flora Colton, and LaVerne Cox. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 9, 11 a.m. at the Foothill 4th Ward, 1794 South Texas Street (2405 East). A viewing will be held Wednesday, June 8, from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East 1300 South, and at the church Thursday from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to obits@larkinmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 6/6/2005 - 6/8/2005. Robinson, Mickey J. Mickey J. Robinson "Mouse" Mickey James Robinson, age 48, passed away June 6, 2005 in Salt Lake City after a long battle with many illnesses. Born June 24, 1956 in Salt Lake City, UT to Rueben Earl and Maxine Marie Butterwood Robinson. Married Jerri; later divorced. Married Brenda S. Mustard July 11, 1992. He loved boating, hunting, and fishing. He participated in sports, especially football and baseball in various leagues in the valley. Survived by his wife, Brenda; son, Michael; brothers and sisters, Rueben Earl (Carla), Tom (Dixee), Tudy, Linda (John) Housel, Debbie (Pulucky) Latu, Brent (Tina), Bryan, and Timmy. Preceded in death by his sister, Sharlynn. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be given to Brenda to help with expenses. No services will be held, as it was Mickey's request to be cremated. Funeral directors: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Seeley, H. Mont H. Mont Seeley 1916 ~ 2005 SOUTH OGDEN - Hugh Mont Seeley, 88, our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away Friday, June 3, 2005 from complications of diabetes. Mont was born December 18, 1916 in Chester, Idaho, a son of Joseph and Blodwen Williams Seeley. He attended school in Idaho and graduated from Wasatch Academy in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Mont was formerly married to Barbara Thompson. They had two children, Scott and Sandra. They later divorced. He married LuDean Tucker Woodward in 1970 in the Logan LDS Temple. They made their home in Nibley where Mont worked for Glenn's Electric until he retired. Mont and LuDean moved to Ogden in 1993 and enjoyed 15 years spending winter months living in St. George. They enjoyed their friends, activities, going on tours and traveling to see their children and grandchildren in several states. He was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in numerous callings. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II in Los Alamos, New Mexico as a Master Sergeant in the Cavalry. Mont loved riding and raising Arabian Horses. He also enjoyed doing woodworking projects that he shared with his family and friends over the years. Mont is survived by his wife, LuDean, of South Ogden; all of their children: Sandra (Bill) Pimentel, Pocatello, ID; Scott (Aimee) Seeley, Boise, ID; Kelly (Lisa) Wadsworth, Vancouver, WA; Dean (Carol) Woodward, Fridley, MN; Jim (Terry) Woodward, Colorado Springs, CO; Kathryn (Larry) Bittner, San Jose, CA; 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren who were his pride and joy. Also surviving are his sisters and brothers, Wilma Owens, Beth Hathaway, Elmo, Max, Dwayne, and Lloyd, all of Idaho; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mont was a kind and gentle man who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Our sincerest appreciation goes to the nursing staff and doctors who cared for him during the past month of hospitalization at McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may call at the mortuary on Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m. and Friday 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Interment, Fairview, Utah Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com /stop Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Stoker, Kathleen Kathleen Stoker 1948 ~ 2005 On June 6, 2005, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and cousin, passed away unexpectedly from complications from surgery. We are all grief-stricken and will dearly miss her. Kathy was born January 20, 1948 and raised in Salt Lake City. She graduated from Brigham Young University. She taught business classes for 30 years in the Salt Lake City school district and retired from Bryant Intermediate School. She enjoyed her students and co-workers. She also loved music (piano and voice), and sang in several community and ward choirs. She was an active member of the L.D.S. Church where she held many positions and accompanied several choirs. Kathy was very generous, sharing her many talents, especially in technology. Kathy's father, J. Floyd Stoker preceded her in death, and she leaves behind her a loving family: mother (Edna Stoker), sister Carol Elliott, two brothers Wayne Stoker (Brenda), Lynn Stoker (Kathy), nieces, nephews and many close relatives. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2005, 12:00 p.m. at the Ensign Stake Center, 135 A. Street, and friends and family can call Thursday evening at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, 6:30-8:00 p.m. and at the Stake Center, 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Published in the Deseret News from 6/8/2005 - 6/9/2005. Taylor, Quin Quin Taylor "Remembered" Quin Taylor, born August 8, 1977, died June 5, 2005. Quin is survived by his parents: father, Daren Taylor and mother, Diane Huseby; sisters: Katrina, Jessica and Jamie, brothers: Kelly, Joshua and Calahan. Funeral services for Quin will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, where friends may call on Thursday morning from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 North "N" Street. Please send condolences to the family at www.holbrookmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 6/8/2005. Tolich, Anthony Anthony Tolich "Tony" Anthony "Tony" Tolich, 78 of Salt Lake City, passed away from heart failure June 5, 2005. He was born at Garfield Camp, Utah August 2, 1926 to John and Mary Mufich Tolich. Married Jean Wallace, later divorced. Graduate of West High School and attended the University of Utah where he played varsity basketball as a freshman. He made All City at West High School. He participated for many years in various recreation leagues and church teams in Salt Lake, along with his brother Mark who was rated the best basketball player in the State, and from whom Tony learned sportsmanship and the love of all sports. Tony was employed by Dixon Paper Company for 46 years, serving as sales manager for the last 18 years. He retired in 1991. Tony served twice on Boards for the Salt Lake AD Club and Bonneville Knife and Fork Club where he served as President in 1983-1984. He started the Salt Lake Kiwanis International Airport Club 25 years ago. Tony also supported Neighborhood House programs. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. We will always remember our brother for the love that kept our family together. As an uncle there was no one better. For all the people he helped, he will never be forgotten. He is survived by two sisters. Cathryn Tolich and Eve Fullmer, niece Dr. Pamela Fullmer Mitchell (Burton), nephews John Tolich and Thomas Tolich (Rhonda). Also, five grand nieces, three grand nephews and one great -grand nephew. He was predeceased by parents, brother Mark and sister Josephine Tolich. A funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at St Ann's Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South. Committal, Mt Calvary Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street. Funeral Directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony's name may be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75231-4596. Published in the Deseret News from 6/7/2005 - 6/8/2005. Wohlitz, Susan Jeanne Susan Jeanne Wohlitz She will be Missed Resident of Waukesha, WI. Entered into the fullness of Eternal Life, Sunday, June 5, 2005 at the age of 33. Beloved daughter of James and Barbara Wohlitz of West Jordan, Utah. Loving sister of Michael (Deborah) Wohlitz. Cherished aunt of Danielle and Joey Dorey and Rob Wohlitz. Treasured granddaughter of Ralph and the late Marion Klabunde and the late Raymond and Jeanne Wohlitz. Dear niece of Daniel (Chris) Wohlitz, Robert (Mary Ann) Klabunde, Kenneth (Pat) Klabunde and Kathy (Bob) Barsch. She is also loved by great aunts and uncles, cousins and many wonderful friends. Susan truly loved life and her warm embracing smile touched all those she met. Throughout her short 33 years with us she has made our world a better place. She was the president of the Board of Directors at the IIDA as well as being greatly involved with the mentoring program at Mount Mary College for new design students. She loved many sporting activities including coaching volleyball at St. Sebastian Parish as well as being a member of the Sky Knights Sky Diving Club in East Troy. She loved many things in life such as traveling but her greatest passion came from skydiving. Although her death has caused great sadness for her family and friends, there can be some consolation knowing she died doing what she loved doing the most. Visitation will be held at the Feerick Funeral Home, 2025 East Capitol Dr., Shorewood, WI on Thursday, June 9 from 4:00 until 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John Cathedral, 812 N. Jackson St. in Milwaukee, WI (on the corner of Wells & Jackson) on Friday, June 10 at 10 AM. Entombment will follow at Wisconsin Memorial Park. In loving memory of Susan, memorials in her name may be made to the St. Sebastian Sports Program c/o of St. Sebastian Parish, 5400 W. Washington Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53208. Published in the Deseret News from 6/8/2005 - 6/9/2005.