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Black, Nona Joy Gamble
Nona Joy Gamble Black 7/18/1935 ~ 3/2/2005 Nona Joy Gamble Black returned home
on March 2, 2005. Nona was born on July 18, 1935 in Grace, Idaho to James
Gamble and Emma Marsh Gamble. She was married on Oct. 25,1952 to Richard Black
Sr., later divorced. Nona was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter Day Saints. A devoted mother, sister, grandmother, great
grandmother, aunt, and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her children: Richard Jr. (Kristine) Black Salt Lake; Jann
(Dan) Eskelsen of Kaysville. Edward (Laura) Black of Pleasant Grove, Alan
(Bonnie) Black of Arlington, Texas, Michael Black of Salt Lake City, Trisha
(Jayson) Toerck of Salt Lake City; John Black of Salt Lale City; 19
grandchildren, six great grandchildren. Also by: sisters: Vivian Newsome, Ruth
Alexander, Janet Price and Donna Gamble. Brothers: James Gamble and Donald
Gamble. Memorial services will be held Monday, March 7, 2005 at 1p.m. at the
Granite Stake Center, located at 2005 South 900 East.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Boone, David H.
David H. Boone 1946 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, son,
brother, uncle, and great friend passed away suddenly on March 3, 2005. David
was born on December 2, 1946 to Harley G. and Elna Boone in Brigham City,
Utah. He married his eternal companion and sweetheart Wendy Faye Goodey on
Dec. 6, 1968 in the Salt Lake Temple. He was serving as the First Counselor in
the Hewwood Ward Bishopric. He had also served in many other church callings
and was a great example to his family and friends. He was working as the
shipping supervisor at Packaging Corporation of America. David was an avid
golfer and bowler and loved sports of all kinds. He loved spending time with
his family; his four granddaughters were the love of his life. He also loved
spending time with his wife; they loved traveling together. David passed on to
the loving arms of his father, Harley; his in-laws, Leo and Faye; his
grandparents; and other family and friends. He is survived by his mother,
Elna; his beloved wife, Wendy; his children, Gina Boone, Richelle (Brandon)
Robinson; Ricky (Jina) Boone; his prize granddaughters, Celeste, Alexys,
Kenadi, and Mekena; his brothers, Eddie (Mary), Monty (Pam), and Jack (Cindy);
his sister, Sue Done; sister-in-law, Lorna Steadman; and many aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 7,
2005 at Noon in the Hewwood Ward Chapel, 5643 South 2200 West. A viewing will
be held on Sunday from 6-9 p.m., and one hour prior to services at the church.
We love you, 'til we meet again
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Collard, Raymond Earl
Raymond Earl Collard 1918 ~ 2005 Earl Collard, 86, passed away peacefully
March 3, 2005 in Salt Lake City. Born April 7, 1918 in Fountain Green, Utah to
William O. and Lew Gweneth Smith Collard. He is a member of the L.D.S. faith.
Earl was a sheep man as was his father and family. Later in life he was a
salesman in retail. He was a great cook and loved to garden. His greatest
gifts, however, were not the ones that he had but the ones that he gave. He
gave smiles, hugs, and happy memories. Earl is survived by brothers, Clyde
(Eleanor), Steve (Vivian), Joe (Sandy), sisters, Bonnie (Joe) Patterson and
Betty Glad. Preceded in death by parents and seven brothers and sisters. Also
survived by loving companion of 28 years Ruth Vigo and her children who he
dearly loved. Daughter Holly Kirth, granddaughters, Marie (Jarret) Hayes,
Angela Kirth and three great-grandsons, Justice, Brayden, and Thayne. Funeral
services will be held on Mon., March 7, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Holladay 8th
Ward Chapel, 5450 Holladay Blvd., Salt Lake City. A viewing will be held on
Sunday evening at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary from 5-7 p.m. and again Monday morning
prior to services at the church from 11:00-11:45. Interment will be at Wasatch
Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Deyoe, Doris Cazier
Doris Cazier Deyoe 1917 ~ 2005 Our beloved, sweet, angelic wife, mother,
grandmother, and friend Doris C. Deyoe, age 87, passed away March 3, 2005
after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born June 11, 1917 in
Huntington, Utah to Charles B. and Lora McKee Cozier. Moved to Logan, Utah
where she was raised and graduated from Logan High School. Worked for
Woolworth Co. where she met her beloved husband, Jim. Married Nov. 14, 1937 in
Provo, UT. Moved to Salt Lake City, UT. Member of the LDS church where she
previously served in the Primary organization. Member of the Salt Lake Jr.
C.C., Towne House, where they enjoyed many fun filled hours on the dance
floor, Lions and Elks auxiliaries. She loved to ski, bowl, and golf. Member of
Bonneville and Meadow Brook Ladies Golf Assoc. She was in the retail sales for
Women's Fashions for 25 years. Her greatest love was her dear husband and
family whom she cherished and tried to set a good example. Her cheerful
personality and love made her many dearly loved friends. Was a most wonderful
wife, mother and grandmother. We will miss her love and guidance. She is
survived by her three daughters, Loralee (Bob) Loftis, Tamara (Bill) Keller
and Jamie (son, Jade) Deyoe, seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren,
Darin, Jill, Jade, Chad (wife, Tonya), Cory, Kristin (husband, John) Kevin,
and Kimberly all of Salt Lake City; brothers Doyle Cazier, Logan UT; and many
nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, husband James Lowell Deyoe,
and brothers, Blake, Benere and Kent Cazier. Funeral services will be held
Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland
Dr. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 8th, from 6-8 p.m. at
Wasatch Lawn, also one hour prior to services. Interment at Wasatch Lawn.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Farnworth, George Rowland
George Rowland Farnworth In Loving Memory George Rowland Farnworth, age 90, of
Fillmore, UT passed away March 2, 2005. Born March 20, 1914 in Chilly, Idaho.
He is survived by his wife, Hazel Leavitt Bracken Farnworth; children,
Shirlene (Perry) Hutchings of Fillmore, UT, Raymond (Barbara) Farnworth of
Arlington, WA., Arlene (Brent) McGregor of Springville, UT. He is also
survived by seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral service:
Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fillmore 4th Ward, Fillmore, Utah.
Visitation: Tuesday, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment: Veyo
Cemetery, Veyo Utah. Please send online condolences to:
www.southernutahmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Frampton Jr., William Vere
William Vere Frampton Jr. 1925 ~ 2005 How can you describe a lifetime of
wonderful in a few lines? William V. Frampton Jr. passed away on March 4, 2005
following a stroke. He was born on December 24, 1925 in Holladay, Utah, to W.
Vere and Helen Pearl Doxey. He was sealed to Elizabeth Paradis in the Salt
Lake Temple on October 7, 1949 and had three children: Lorrie, Nate, and Suzy.
She preceded him in death on September 8, 1976. He later married Marie Seagle
(and her four children) Kelly, Steve, Jill and Bryan on July 6, 1978. Will was
a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving
a fulltime mission in the Eastern Central States Mission from 1947-1949. He
served as a Branch President in Dover, DE, Nashville, TN, and District Mission
President in the Tennessee Central District and served faithfully in the
Temple as a Temple worker and Patron. The most important things in life were
his church and his family, and he served both unconditionally. He worked for
TWA Airlines in Cincinnati, Ohio and the Utah Air National Guard as a crew
chief. He was called to active duty during the Korean War. Will worked for
Detroit Diesel Allison for 35 years, living in 16 States, traveling
extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada. Will is survived by his wife
Marie, sons Nathan (Janet) Frampton, Kelly (Becky) Seagle, Steven (Hollie)
Seagle, Bryan (Angela) Seagle and daughters Suzanne (Ryan) Holmes and Jill
(David) Holt, son-in-law George (Judie) White, sister Mary (Ralph) Schofield,
brother Dan (Berylene) Frampton. Will was preceded in death by his wife
Elizabeth Paradis and daughter Lorraine (George) White, sister Janice Burnham,
and step-mother Delight Frampton. Services will be held Mon., March 7, 2005 at
11:00 a.m. in the Olympus 3rd Ward, 4100 S. Camille (2522 E.) A viewing will
be held Sun., March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670
S. Highland Dr, and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the ward.
Interment will be held at the Holladay Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Garlick, Maxine B.
Maxine B. Garlick 1920 ~ 2005 NEPHI- Maxine Bills Garlick, age 84, passed away
March 1, 2005 in Nephi, Utah. She was born April 29, 1920 in Clearcreek, Utah
to James Winston and Eliza Charlotte Jensen Bills. She married Ray E. Garlick
October 16, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah. They were later sealed in the Manti
Temple in 1959. He passed away December 17, 2003. She was raised in Fountain
Green, Utah and moved to Nephi in 1963. She was active in the LDS Church and
served in many callings. She is survived by six children, Beulah Ferry, Provo,
Luana (Jack) Burton, West Valley, Arlene Cleverly, Magna, Karen (Robert)
Lyman, Nephi, Linda (Robert) Talbot, Palmyra; Ellis (Debbie), Payson; 29
grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren and three great- grandchildren; brother,
Boyd Bills. Preceded in death by a son Ricky Lynn Garlick; a son-in-law,
Norton Cleverly; a sister, Vera Jensen and brother, Alton Bills. The family
would like to thank her nurses, Teresa, Angie and Julie, and the staff of the
hospital in Nephi. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 7,
2005 in the Nephi 3rd Ward, 345 East 500 North. Friends may call Sunday
evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 94 West 300 North and at
the church one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Nephi Vine
Bluff Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Heston, Maxine
Maxine Heston 10/2/1938~2/28/2005 Our Dear Father came to bring his angel home
Feb. 28, 2005. Maxine-- a sweet loving lady who filled us all with warmth and
laughter--will be greatly missed. Services will be held today, Saturday at 2
p.m. at the Greater New Covenant Christian Center, 3345 So. 3rd West, Unit #5.
Deliverance Temple Church of God and Christ.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Kingsbury, Charleen Haws
Charleen Haws Kingsbury 1952 ~ 2005 Charleen Haws Kingsbury, beloved wife,
mother, daughter, and sister, passed away in her home on Wednesday, March 2,
2005. Charleen was born June 13, 1952 in Murray, Utah. Married Douglas
Kingsbury and sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Charleen is survived by her
loving husband, Douglas; three children, Nicholle, Douglas Jr., and Trent.
Also survived by her mother, two sisters and five brothers. Charleen is now
with her Heavenly Father. Services will be on Monday, March 7, 2005 at the
Crescent 5th Ward, 1050 E. 10600 So., at 11:00 a.m. Friends and family may
call Sunday, March 6th from 5-7 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley Mortuary,
1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy (10600 South) and one hour prior to services on
Monday at the church. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Matz, Esther Ewing
Esther Ewing Matz 1922 ~ 2005 The spirited and gracious soul of Esther Evalyn
Ewing Matz departed from her body on March 4, 2005. She was 82. Born to Melvin
Milo Ewing and Dominica Fanganiello Ewing on April 21, 1922; she was the
second oldest of 12 children. In 1950 she moved from Denver with her husband,
Sidney S. Matz, to Magna, Utah where they raised three children. In the early
50's, Esther worked as a waitress at the UneXceld caf  in Lake Point. She was
the only waitress there known to fall completely under a table while carrying
four dinner plates and not spill a drop. In 1957 she went to work at First
Security Bank in Magna. In the early 60's she hired on at Kennecott Copper in
the payroll department at the Salt Lake offices. She handled the payroll
deductions for all the employees at the mine. After a few years she could
recite the payroll number of any one of hundreds of mine employees by knowing
only their name. Though both an excellent golfer and bowler, her true love was
dancing. Survived by her children, Charlene (John) Holman, Steve (Karen) Matz,
and Cheri (Steve) Hudgens; five grandchildren; eight great-grand-children;
brothers, Reuben, Paul, Milo, and Harry; and sisters, Dolly, Lila, and
Shirley. Preceded in death by her husband, Sidney; son, Anthony; parents;
brothers, Donald, Denzel, and James; sister, Virginia. We will love and miss
her always. The family would like to thank the Special Care Unit at St.
Joseph's Villa for the kind and loving care they gave Esther. Graveside
services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 7, 2005 at the Utah Veterans
Memorial Park, 17111 South Camp Williams Road (Redwood Rd.) The family will
receive friends Sunday 6-8 p.m. at Peel Funeral Home, 8525 West 2700 South.
Condolences may be sent from www.PeelFuneralHome.com. The family requests in
lieu of flowers donations are sent to any children's hospital.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Mildon, Helen Maughan Battison
Helen Maughan Battison Mildon 9/8/1918~2/27/2005 U of U Student Information
Specialist (Retired thank goodness) Interiors designed Objects discovered
Villages pillaged Wines tasted Soaring with red tailed hawks Miracles &
demonstrations organized Bags all packed and ready to go Sunday evening. Helen
smiled her special smile, closed her eyes and took that last step. Life's
candles have now burned out and she stands tiptoe on the highest misty
mountain top, free at last from the dreadful prison of Alzheimers. Now the
journey is complete. Along the way we laughed - and we cried - and we did it
all. It was a very good and wondrous trip. And now the circle of life
continues and we will miss that lady so. We were blessed for knowing and
loving her. We wish her a peaceful journey. Survived by; husband John, sons
Craig Battison and wife Carol, Rick Battison And wife Barbara, grandson Todd,
and granddaughter Brooke, five happy healthy grandchildren, Also Johns sons,
Don and Kerry and daughter Jackie. We are forever thankful to the folks in
Special Care who with loving hands cared for Helen all the while maintaining
her dignity. We love each of you. Doris, JoAnn, Marie, Judy, Carol 0, David,
Carol K, Fou, Damion, Ola, Matila, Bill, Soletti, Alice, Popua, Alisia, Ester
and all the dedicated and helpful staff at St. Joseph's Villa. Instead of
flowers we believe Helen would suggest any assistance to Special Care Unit at
St. Joseph Villa. A memorial celebration of Helens life will be held at the
Chapel at St. Joseph Villa at 2 pm March 12, 2005. 451 Bishop Federal Lane (
1940 So. 500 East, SLC)
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Nelson, Harry J.
Harry J. Nelson 1925-2005 Harry J. Nelson, 79, passed away on March 2, 2005 in
Salt Lake City. He was born September 10, 2005 in Red Oak, Iowa to Carl Harry
and Lila Nelson. He graduated from Wales High School in 1943. After graduating
he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. After the war he returned to
Iowa and graduated from Drake University in 1951. Harry married Janet Kay
Carlon May 5, 1956 in Oskaloosa, Iowa. After graduating from college he worked
most of his career in the meat packing industry. His positions included Vice
President of Missouri Beef Packers, President of Beefland International, and
President of American Beef Packers. After retiring, he moved from Omaha to
Salt Lake City to be near family. Harry is survived by his sons Ronald Nelson
(wife-Colleen Ford), Scott Nelson (wife-Kathryn Simmons), Craig Nelson,
sisters, Barbara Lundgren, Annette Anderson, Karen Requist, and four
grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Kay Nelson. Funeral services
will be March 5, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 2500 E.
3900 S., Salt Lake City. Interment will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park,
3401 Highland Dr., Salt Lake City.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/4/2005 - 3/5/2005.

Nelson, Joan
Joan Nelson 1928 ~ 2005 LOGAN, UTAH- Joan Nelson, 76, died Thursday, March 3,
2005 in Orem, Utah. She was born September 27, 1928 in Tremonton, Utah to
Edgar and Janet H. Nelson. Her early years were spent on the family farm in
Howell, Utah. She graduated from Bear River High School, graduated with a
bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University, and completed a master's
degree in social work at the University of Utah. An excellent executive
secretary and administrative assistant, Joan worked at Utah Oil Company, then
as an executive secretary to President Daryl Chase at Utah State University,
and later became administrative secretary to Harvey Taylor, a vice president
at BYU and later chancellor of LDS Church Schools. Her last employment was as
a social worker in Granite School District. A member of the LDS Church, she
served as a missionary in the Texas-Louisiana Mission, taught in all of the
church auxiliaries, and was president of a BYU stake YWMIA. Joan was a
thoughtful and caring daughter to her widowed mother, a supportive and
generous sister, a loyal and delightful friend, and absolutely the world's
greatest aunt. She is survived by her brothers, Carl J and Marlene Nelson of
St. George; James E. Nelson, West Valley City, a sister, Joyce of Provo with
whom she shared a close and loving relationship; her nephew, Michael K. Nelson
(Laurie) and their four sons, Brady, Eric, Ryan and Jeffrey, her nieces Laurie
(Don) Stewart, and Lynn (Kelly) Mecham and their daughters, Amanda and
Melissa, all of Bountiful. She was preceded in death by her mother and father.
The family would like to thank Dr. Philip Roberts of Sandy and his two nurses,
Mary and Laurel for their professional expertise and their long-time
compassionate and loving care; all the staff of Canyon Breeze Senior Living in
Orem for extending the love and care worthy of true saints and angels; and all
at Alpine Hospice Care who cared so lovingly for Joan during the last weeks of
her life. Joan's friends and relatives are invited to share their memories of
her at a memorial service that will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 7,
2005 at the Allen-Hall Mortuary in Logan, 34 East Center. A viewing will be
held one hour prior to services. Interment will be held at the Logan City
Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at mortuaryobits@yahoo.com At
her request, she leaves these words to her family and friends; "We cannot see
Beyond...But this I know; I loved you so-'twas heaven here with you!" (To
Those I love" by Isla Paschal Richardson)
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Nielson, Frances Bates
Frances Bates Nielson 1922 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Frances Bates Nielson, age 83, passed
away peacefully on March 2, 2005. Fran was born in Malad, Idaho, Feb. 6, 1922
to Frank and Inez Vansleeter Bates. She graduated from South High, where she
met and married Gayle Nielson in 1944, later divorced. She worked for Tracy -
Collins Bank and retired from Utah State Tax Commission. Mom will be
remembered for her quick wit and great sense of humor. Her greatest legacy
however is the love she showered upon her children, grandchildren, family and
friends. Thanks for loving us all so much, Mom. We will miss you but know your
beautiful spirit will be with us always. She is survived by her sons, Dev
(Vicky), Todd (Robilyn); grandchildren, Ryan (Jaimi) Nielson; Tyler, and
Jennifer Nielson, Hallie (Matt) Barker, Ashley, and Cody Nielson;
great-grandson, Boston Barker.; and her sister, June (Dick) Clawson. Special
thanks to her dear friend, Patsy Baldwin, and her staffs at The Neighborhood
House for so many years of love and care given to mom. We would also like to
express thanks to the caring staffs at the Taylorsville Legacy House, Sandy
Regional Health Center, and the Avalon Care Center in Bountiful. Graveside
services will be held Monday, March 7, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the Salt Lake
City Cemetery, 4th Avenue & "N" Street. Friends and family may call 5-7 p.m.
on Sunday, March 6, 2005 at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Peterson, Lilith
Lilith Peterson 1930 ~ 2005 LEHI- Lilith Baxter Peterson, 74, peacefully
passed away March 1, 2005. She was born April 3, 1930 in Neola, Utah to
Marguerite Crozier and Harold Alva Baxter. Lilith married Duane (Skinner)
Peterson, Dec. 29, 1948 in Ely, Nevada. Later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple.
She is survived by her loving family: husband, Duane; children, Lloyd (Kim)
Peterson, Leslie (Carol) Peterson, Debra (Floyd) Strasburg, and Gregg (Susan)
Peterson; brothers, David and H. Adair; sisters, Vivien, Faith, Kay, and
Earldean; 16 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by
her parents, brothers, Bruce and Brent. Funeral services will be held Monday,
March 7, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Lehi North Stake Center, 2200 N. 1200 E.
Friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main,
Lehi and again Monday from 10-11 a.m. at the church. Interment at Orem City
Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/4/2005 - 3/5/2005.

Richardson, Ellen Pearlese Barrett "Tex"
Ellen Richardson Aka "Tex" 'because she was so tall.' Ellen Pearlese Barrett
Richardson, 92, passed away March 1, 2005. Born July 11, 1912, the oldest twin
of John T. and Louise Dahl Barrett, Ellen grew up on the family farm with her
five brothers and two sisters, learning to milk cows at three. She attended
Woodstock Elementary, was valedictorian of her Junior High, and graduated from
Granite High School, where she was newspaper editor and yearbook staff member.
She completed the two-year secretarial course at Henager's Business College in
eight months, then started work at the Crop and Field Loan Office in Salt
Lake, where she worked from 1932 to 1943. For eight years she played for the
Heinz Drug professional softball team, losing only to one team. She loved
swimming, hiking, and especially dancing. Ellen's brother, Taylor, introduced
her to Harold Richardson, the brother of his wife. She married Harold on June
26, 1939. Establishing their home in Salt Lake, they had six children: Louise,
Miami, FL; Harold (Hal), Jackson, WY; John, Salt Lake; Karen, Casa Grande, AZ;
Jeanne, St. George, UT; and Faye, Zanzibar, Africa. Ellen, an alto, sang 14
years in the Tabernacle Choir, under the direction of her friend, J. Spencer
Cornwall. She attended the McCune School of Music, where she studied
conducting, voice, organ, and piano. She led music in all the auxiliaries of
the LDS Church and also performed for recitals, oratorios, weddings, and
funerals. Ellen served over 40 years in the LDS Young Women's organization and
was an active member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Later, Ellen went
to work for Safeway in art layouts, advertising, and secretarial work. Then
she transferred to the Utah State Health Department, retiring in 1972. Ellen
and Harold loved their home at 1501 Spring Lane, built in 1882 and now on the
State Historical Register and the National Register of Historic Places. The
home was a showcase of their gardening and landscaping skills. Ellen,
predeceased by Harold, is survived by three brothers, one sister, six
children, 30 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, and two
great-great-grandchildren. Viewing will be Sunday, March 6th, at Jenkins-Soffe
Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. from 6-8 p.m. and Monday one hour prior to
services at the church. Services will be held at Cottonwood Sixteenth Ward,
1750 E. Spring Lane, Monday, March 7, 2005, at 12 noon. Interment Murray City
Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/4/2005 - 3/5/2005.

Thomas, Warren
Warren Thomas "Together Forever" Warren Thomas, age 81, passed away March 2,
2005 in Holladay, Utah. Born Jan. 15, 1924 in Salt Lake City to Evan David and
Elizabeth Hannah Griffiths Thomas. Married Jean Ranck in the Salt Lake Temple
Sept. 17, 1946. Graduated from West High School. Active member of the LDS
Church. He was a counselor in four bishoprics. After he retired from the Utah
State Prison, he attended Jordan River Temple weekly. He was a member of the
Ute Salt Shakers and Good Sam Club. He was actively involved in everything he
did. Survived by his wife, Jean; son, Perry; daughters, Peggy (Russ)
Hettinger, Bonnie (Clark) Labrum and Judy (Stephen) Ward; sister, Dorothy
McClellan; fifteen grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in
death by his son, David; sisters, Violet, Mary Ethel, Winifred, Edith; and
brothers, Tudor, Wilfred, LeRoy, Edwin, and Ralph. Funeral services will be
held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 7, 2005 at the Meadowbrook 1st LDS Ward
Chapel, 1250 West 4375 So., Taylorsville, Utah. Friends and family call on
Sunday, March 6, 2005 from 5-7 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State
Street and Monday prior to services at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Burial
will be at Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery, West Valley City, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Thorup, Hope Darlene LePrey
Hope Darlene LePrey Thorup 1925 ~ 2005 Hope Darlene LePrey Thorup passed away
on Thursday, March 3, 2005 after a sudden illness. She was surrounded by her
loved ones and died peacefully. Hope was born on August 31, 1925 in Salt Lake
City, UT to Jack LePrey and Frieda Schone. She married Jack Lawrence Thorup
July 29, 1944. Even though he preceded her in death in 1975, he continued to
be the love of her life. Hope was a very active member of the F.O.E. Ladies
Aux. She served many terms as their president and served as Madam State
President in 1983. She spent many years raising funds to support their various
charities, and always went the extra mile. She was also a member of the Murray
Ladies Civic Guild. Mom was a wonderful cook and baker and always kept busy
cooking for others. She will be remembered for her stamina and perseverance.
Mom spoke strongly and freely. She was the center post of our family and had
many friends. The strong will and determination she possessed will always be
remembered. Our family traditions of going to Granny's house or Aunt Hopie's
on Christmas Eve to sing-a-long the 12 Days of Christmas brought much joy to
her and will always be cherished in our hearts. She is survived by three
daughters, Jacklyn Aarts (Jerry) St. Lucie, FL, Janeal Baker (Richard) Salt
Lake City, and Peggy Mulqueen (Robert) Sandy, UT; three loving sisters,
Delores Walton, Duchesne, UT, Monte Canning (Boyd) Murray, and her much
younger sister she raised as one of her own daughters, Patricia Richardson
(Burley) Murray; five grandchildren, Nacole, Adam, Tameal, Nichelle and
Natalie; two step-grandsons, David and Jason Mulqueen; three
great-grandchildren, Thomas, Camille and Isabella; and many special nieces and
nephews. Preceded in death by twin daughters Karen and Kay, brother Ed LePrey,
and grandson Christian. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 8, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. Friends may call
Monday, March 7, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Tuesday.
Interment Murray City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Wall, Shirley Davies
Shirley Davies Wall 1948 ~ 2005 Shirley Davies Wall, age 56, of Salt Lake
City, Utah, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 1, 2005. Shirley was born
Oct. 11, 1948 to Arthur Earl and Dorothy Norr Davies. She married David Wall
in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. On Sept. 12, 1969. Shirley was educated in
Murray, the University of Utah, and Utah Technical College. She received her
nursing degree in 1969 and worked for LDS Hospital for over 20 years. She
loved her work in the Newborn ICU. She loved the little children entrusted to
her care. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints serving in many positions. Her love for the Savior was
exemplified in the purity of her life and in her service to others. She loved
serving in the Primary organization and was a faithful visiting teacher. The
compassionate service she rendered during her years in the Relief Society
touched the lives of many in the Winder Stake. Shirley is survived by her
loving husband, David; children: Brent (Christie), Anne, Brad (Jodilyn),
Benjamin (Emily), and Andrea (Jeffrey) Knapp; grandchildren: Elizabeth,
Alexander, Victoria, Jessica, Brandon, Caitlyn; parents: Earl and Dorothy; and
her siblings: Roseanne, Lillian, Allen, Dianne, Paul, Marilyn, Maureen, and
Janice. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 7, 2005, at 12:00 Noon,
at the LDS Winder Stake Center, 4366 S. 1500 E. Friends may call on Sun.
evening from 5-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 So. 2300 E. and again
Mon. at the church 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment: Elysian
Burial Gardens. Please send condolences to the family at
www.holbrookmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Warner, Larry Raymond
Larry Raymond Warner 10/7/1944 ~ 03/2/2005 Our beloved father, grandfather,
brother, all around good guy and protector, Larry Raymond Warner, left this
earth to be reunited with his dearly missed father (Papa) and mother (Nana) on
March 2nd, 2005. Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, October 7, 1944 to Robert and
Sylvia Warner. A graduate of Granger High School, dad spent several years as a
skilled sheet metal worker employed by CCI and then continued to pursue his
main interest in law enforcement. He started in the Salt Lake County Sheriff's
Office Reserves, worked many years with the Granite Police Department and
finished his law enforcement career as an officer with the South Salt Lake
Police Department. He was a dedicated Police Officer and had an uncanny knack
for being in the right place at the right time. He intervened and stopped
numerous armed robberies saving lives. Dad never had a lot of money but was
always generous with a joke, a smile and a helping hand to those who needed
it. Dad loved children and had many interests and hobbies including fishing,
antique automobile restoration, Harley Davidson motorcycles and treasure
hunting. Dad will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors
include his son, Joseph Scott Warner (Sonja, Alisha, Justin); granddaughter,
Megan Lee Warner; brother, Robert Scott Warner (Genean); sisters, Shirley Ann
Olsen, Donna W. Long and (Fred) and three beloved nephews and six nieces. The
family would like to express their utmost thanks to the Woodland Care Center
and staff for the love and care they provided to Dad. Graveside services will
be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Murray City Cemetery on March 7, 2005.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Workman, Rhoana T.
Rhoana T. Workman Loving Mother and Grandmother PANGUITCH, UTAH- Rhoana Tait
Workman, 80, passed away March 3, 2005 in Panguitch. Born May 31, 1924 in
Panguitch to Emery Huntsman and Weltha Workman Tait. Married, Everett Johnson,
later divorced. Married, Ray Workman, July 23, 1950 in Elko, Nevada, later
sealed in the Manti Temple, he preceded her in death. She was an excellent
cook, loved to crochet and quilt. She was a loving mother, grandmother, was an
active member of the LDS Church and a member of the DUP. Survivors: daughters,
Karen (Marvin) Neilson, Mickey (Bryce) Syndergaard; 12 grandchildren; 25
great-grand-children; four great-great-grand-children; sisters, Lola Williams,
ReNee Nelson, Gayle Syndergaard, DaNece Fickett; brothers, Stan (Kay) Tait,
Jon (Linda) Tait; daughter-in-law, Kathleen Johnson. She is preceded in death
by her parents; husband, Ray; son, Max E. Johnson; brother and sisters, Emery
W. "Bud", Ora Vargo, Edith Sawyer, June Payne and Lenna Robinson. Funeral
services, Monday, March 7, 2005, 12:00 Noon, Panguitch 3rd LDS Ward Chapel,
200 North 400 East. Viewing, Monday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial, Hatch
Cemetery. Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.

Wright, Bruce J.
Bruce J. Wright 1940 ~ 2005 Bruce John Wright passed away suddenly Thurs.,
March 3, in Sandy UT. He was born August 26, 1940 to Eugene and Lila Wright in
Salt Lake City, Utah, the youngest of three brothers. He graduated from Box
Elder High School in 1958. He served a successful mission for his church in
Helsinki, Finland in 1960. He returned there in 1964 to marry Maria Andrejev,
his life's companion and best friend. They moved to Salt Lake City where he
finished his BA and MBA at the University of Utah in 1967. After working in
executive positions with various companies, he truly found his vocation when
he started public speaking and consulting for his own company, B. Wright and
Associates. Lecturing and training, he formed many close working relationships
and was known on every continent. Culling awards too numerous to mention,
Bruce loved calling the world 'his back yard'. Home was still where he found
the most joy, among his family and a few close friends. Along with his wife,
he dedicated his time to his children and grandchildren as the beloved head of
the family. He loved and collected music from around the world, and enjoyed
Broadway plays and musicals. He loved sharing this experience with his family.
When he wasn't busy being the life of the party, he set the stage so those
around him could feel special. Always ready to lend a hand or a dollar Bruce
embodied generosity. During his life he held many Church callings and enjoyed
devoting his time to other people. He was survived by his wife Maria; sons
Mark (Stephanie) and Michael (Shannon); grandchildren Alexander, James,
Andrew, Johnathan, Katherine, and Benjamin; and brother David (Sherrill) and
his nieces and nephews. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents and older
brother Eugene (Ann) and infant sister Lela Ann. A viewing will be held at
Larkin Mortuary (1950 E. 10600 S. Sandy Utah) from 6-8 p.m. Sun. March 6th.
Funeral services will be held at the same location March 7th at 11 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/5/2005.