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Archer, Jessica Starr
Jessica Starr Archer 12/15/88 ~ 3/3/05 Jessica passed away after being
involved in a tragic accident. For service information please contact Larkin
Sunset Gardens Mortuary. To send condolences, please visit
www.larkinmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Babbel, Roy E.
Roy E. Babbel 1913 ~ 2005 On March 7, 2005 Roy E. Babbel left this earthly
life for a glorious reunion with his Savior and family and friends. He was
born May 4, 1913 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Frederick and Lena Babbel, who had
immigrated from Germany. He was the oldest of nine children. The family moved
to Twin Falls, in 1921 and he has resided here ever since. He was married to
Rhoda Welker on March 22, 1939 in the Salt Lake Temple and they are the
parents of nine children. He and his father founded Babbel's Cleaners in 1938.
He enjoyed working hard and serving people throughout his life. He was a
faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served
his church throughout his life including being a Bishop, Counselor in several
stake presidencies and serving three missions to Germany and Switzerland with
his wife Rhoda. He is survived by his wife Rhoda, his children: Gary (Ann) of
Twin Falls; Candy (Brian) Croft of Midway, UT; Kay (Jim) Ivins of Bountiful,
UT; Fred (Soni) of American Fork, UT; Connie (Lee) Brundage of Idaho Falls,
ID; Bob (Michelle) of Corvallis, OR; Mary Ann (Darrell) Back of Sandy, UT;
Mike (Loretta) Peoria, AZ; brother: Byron, sisters: Olea Wolf and Pearl
Schenk; 46 grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death
by his son David, two grandsons, one great-granddaughter, three brothers and
two sisters. He lived life to the fullest, loved the beautiful world and felt
like he was the richest man on earth because of his family. He was so thankful
for all the people in his life including his car givers. 'We love him and will
miss his smile, his humor, his great example and just being with him! Funeral
services were held Thurs., March 10, 2005 in Twin Falls. The family suggests
memorial be given to the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund or charity of choice.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Baker, Ronald E.
Ronald E. Barker 1923 ~ 2005 Ronald Elmo Barker, 81, passed away peacefully at
his home in Centennial, CO, on March 6, 2005. Born April 15, 1923, in
Taylorsville, UT, to Daniel Barker and Stella Ann Morris Barker. Married
Kathryn Kay Harris September 12, 1948, in Moose, WY, later divorced. Together
they had four children, whom he dearly loved. He married his loving partner,
Jeanne Heimbuch Bucher, on March 1, 1980. He was a pilot in the Air Force
Reserves, and had proudly achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel prior to
retirement in 1983. Manufacturer's Representative for Reed & Barton
Silversmiths for over 35 years. Member of The Church of Jeasus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Ron is survived by his wife of 25 years, Jeanne, his
children Ronald William (Gayle) Barker, Jon Harris (Amy) Barker and Lisa Ann
(Bob) Baker; his stepchildren Diane (Roy) Lain and Peter Bucher; grandchildren
Alex, Cynthia, Nick, Joshua, Kassia and Martin; great-granddaughter, Kaylee;
his brothers L. Vearl and Cline; and sisters Melba Jones, Lila Maughn, Arvella
Zaugg, and Janice Reeve. Preceded in death by his son, J. Christopher; his
parents; and siblings Eugene, Phyllis, Morris, Ellis, Wilmer and Noal. Funeral
services Saturday, March 12, 2005, at 11 a.m., McDougal Funeral Home; 4330 S.
Redwood Rd. Viewing 9:30-10:45 a.m. Interment at Taylorsville Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/11/2005 - 3/12/2005.

Burton, Eileen D.
Eileen D. Burton 1918 ~ 2005 Eileen Daybell Burton passed from this earthly
life March 9, 2005. She was born January 12, 1918, in Heber City, Utah to Fred
and Josie Turner Daybell. Lived in Salt Lake for 77 years. Married Stanley
Chet Burton on November 29, 1941. She was proud of her pioneer heritage, was a
member of the LDS Church and enjoyed her association with the old LDS 3rd
Ward, and had much love in her heart for the remaining members. She always
said, "The joy of life, when you sum it all up, is found in family and
friends." She will be greatly missed by her husband of 63 years; children,
Deanna Pastore (Harold) of Cedar City, Fred (Marcia) of Sandy, and Stan of
Sandy, three grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great great
grandchild. She was preceded in death by grandson Gary Burton Mortensen.
Visitation will be Sat., Mar. 12 at Wasatch Lawn, 3401 Highland Dr. from
11:00-12:00. Interment will be in the Heber City Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. The
family wishes to thank Care Source and Highland Care Center for their care and
consideration and would also like to thank Dr. Vere Lancaster.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/12/2005.

Christianson, Harlow Byron
Harlow Byron Christianson 1943 ~ 2005 Harlow Byron Christianson passed away
Saturday, March 5, 2005, with his wife and children at his side at Good
Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, California. Harlow was born April 10, 1943, to
Byron Franklyn and Alice Snarr Christianson in Paso Robles, CA. Harlow grew up
in Salt Lake City and attended Highland High School, where he excelled in
mathematics and science. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America and earned
his Eagle Scout. He served a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints in the Northern California Mission from 1962-1964. Harlow
married Alexis Kay Allison in the Salt Lake Temple on August 27, 1968.
Together they had two sons and three beautiful daughters. Harlow understood
the value of education and encouraged his own children, as well as all he came
in contact with, to pursue higher education. Harlow received a Bachelor of
Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah in 1967 and
a Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young
University in 1970. Harlow also earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from
Arizona State University in 1976. Afterwards, Harlow went to work for Abbott
Laboratories' Hospital Products Division in Salt Lake City. Harlow was
transferred to San Jose, California with the same company in 1988. At Abbott
Laboratories, Harlow helped develop critical care medical devices. He was also
a published author, a member of several professional engineering societies,
and holds many patents. His many hobbies included playing the piano, organ,
and trombone, studying astronomy, collecting trains, and spending time with
his five grandchildren. He was always curious to know how things worked. This
curiosity cultivated a passion for working on cars, as well as anything in
need of repair. He especially loved his '67 Chevy Malibu. Harlow loved
tutoring his children in all phases of their education as well as other youth
from his ward and neighborhood. He also served faithfully in the LDS church in
numerous bishoprics and high councils. Harlow always looked for opportunities
to serve others, often neglecting his own needs and desires. He is survived by
his wife, Alexis; his five children Travis (Rebecca), Mark (Katie), Allison
(Brook Harker), Heather (Kordel Braley), and Stacey; by his five grandchildren
McKenna, Alexandra, Scott, Ella, and Trey; his parents Byron and Alice
Christianson; his brothers Frank (MarJean) and Val (Janae); his sisters
Coralie (Bob Britton) and Rosalie (Tom Gledhill). Viewing and Funeral Services
will be held at the LDS chapel at 1930 South 2100 East. The viewing will be
held Friday, March 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held on
Saturday March 12, at 1:00 p.m. with a viewing one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a college fund
for Harlow's youngest daughter, Stacey at any US Bank branch, Account
#25345218942. For online condolences please go to obits@larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Curley, Lisa Ann Lyman
Lisa Ann Lyman Curley 1959 ~ 2005 Lisa Ann Lyman Curley passed away peacefully
March 8, 2005 at the age of 45 at her home in Morgan Hill, California. Lisa
succumbed to terminal brain cancer with which she was diagnosed last July. She
was born April 30, 1959 in Provo, Utah. She grew up in Draper, Utah and
graduated Jordan High School in 1977 where she served as a student body
officer. Lisa and her family have resided in Morgan Hill for the past 18 years
where Lisa has been active in her children's schools, in the community, and in
her church. Her real love was working with young children. For the past seven
years Lisa taught junior kindergarten at Oakwood Country School where she
blessed the lives of many five year olds and their families. Lisa is survived
by her husband Douglas Ward Curley, her three children Amelia Kate Curley
Ortiz of Mesa, Arizona, Miles Lyman Curley, currently serving an LDS mission
in Naga, Philippines, and Annalise Curley, a junior at Live Oak High School.
She is also survived by her parents Richard and Mary Ann Lyman, her
granddaughter Abigail Lisa Ortiz, and her siblings Lynda Bassett (Craig),
Leslie Nelson (Steven), and Kendall Lyman (Donna). Memorial services will be
held Sat., March 12, 2005 in Morgan Hill. In lieu of flowers, a college
scholarship fund for Lisa's children has been established. Condolences and
contributions made payable to "Oakwood Country School - Lisa Curley Fund" may
be sent to 105 John Wilson Way, Morgan Hill, CA 95037. Lisa will be greatly
missed by all who knew her and who were blessed by her cheerful life.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Cushing, James Wayne
James Wayne Cushing Together Again Forever Our dear father, grandfather,
brother, and friend, James Wayne Cushing passed away on Wednesday, March 9,
2005 incidental to age. Wayne was born on May 19, 1916 to James Milton and
Clara Louise Rawlings Cushing in Salt Lake City, Utah. He attended Washington
Elementary School, West Junior High and graduated from West High School. He
went on to further his education at LDS Business College. He married Marian
Ruth Nilsson on October 12, 1940, and the marriage was solemnized a year later
in the Salt Lake Temple. He worked in the transportation industry for over 40
years as traffic manager, rate analyst and various other positions which
earned him the respect of many in that industry. He was an Elder in The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as Elders Quorum Secretary, a
Home Teacher and in other callings. He loved his family unconditionally and
was there to support each one always. Wayne was a true Christian, a good
neighbor and friend to all who knew him, and his little acts of kindness will
be missed by many. He loved fishing, the outdoors, and "puttering around." He
is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Dick Cleveland,
Catherine (Cathy), and Terry Richardson, both of South Jordan; his daughter,
Dianne Cushing, Salt Lake City; his son and daughter-in-law, Dave and Carol
Cushing, Sandy; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grand-children; his brother, Darwin
M. Cushing, Florence, Oregon. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife,
"Mern" in March, 1989. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 12,
2005 at 12:00 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, where friends may call one hour
prior to the service. Friends may also call Friday, March 11, 2005 from 6-8
p.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland
Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Fahs Jr., James Dudley
James Dudley Fahs Jr. 1946 ~ 2005 Due to a sudden brain hemorrhage, James
Dudley Fahs, Jr. passed away on March 7, 2005. Born in New Orleans, LA on
August 22, 1946, Jim was the eldest son of Margaret Watkins of McComb,
Mississippi and James Dudley Fahs, Sr. of New Orleans, LA. His childhood years
were spent in Cuba and Belize due to his dad's work in the sugar Industry. Jim
later attended Del La Salle High School in New Orleans, LA, where he played
basketball. In 1969, Jim graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans with
a Bachelors of Architecture. Soon after, he married Judith Mary Brinker of New
OrIeans and together they settled In Salt Lake City, UT. They had three
children Jennifer, Brian and Nicholas. Mr. Fahs initially worked for the
Greater Park City Company In Park City, UT and subsequently started several of
his own real estate development companies, Development Associates in Salt Lake
City, UT; JMS Properties in Newport Beach, CA; and JMS Homes in Costa Mesa,
CA. In 1988. he became an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He and Judy
divorced in 1989. Jim retired from real estate development a year ago in
pursuit of his dreams. He played lots of golf, traveled extensively, and most
Importantly, graduated with honors from the prestigious cooking school, the
Institute Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France in July of 2004. His passions were
entertaining, music, and cooking. He adored his family and is survived by his
love of the past five years, Lieu Tran; his children Jennifer, Brian and
Nicholas, as well as his sister Maggie and brother Steve. A Memorial Service
will be held Friday, March 11, 2005 at Mariners Church, 5001 Newport Coast
Drive, Irvine, CA, (949) 854-7600. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation
to Del La Salle High School for a scholarship fund in his name. Please send
donations addressed to Del La Salle High School c/o JMS Homes, PO Box 10757,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Send condolences to www.fahsfamily.com
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Hall, Ida-Rose Langford
Ida-Rose Langford Hall 1921 ~ 2005 Ida-Rose Langford Hall, age 84, died
peacefully at home in her sleep, in Provo, Utah, March 7, 2005, surrounded by
her loving husband and family. Born February 20, 1921 in Burch Creek, Weber
County, Utah, the fourth of seven children of Ernest Fountain and Zina
Charlotte Chlarson Langford, Ida-Rose was raised in Ogden. While at Weber
State College, she began dating Howard Tracy Hall. They were married September
24, 1941, in the Salt Lake Temple. Ida-Rose was the light of her husband's
life. She deferred education to begin a family, not knowing where World War II
might take them. After the war, she applied her creative skills to help Tracy
earn his Ph.D. at the University of Utah, while she stayed home with three
children. His career then took them to Schenectady, New York, where three
additional children were born, and where they both served with dedication in a
growing branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They moved
to Provo in 1955, when Tracy became Director of Research at Brigham Young
University. Ida-Rose was soon involved in design and settling of the home
where they have since lived and where their children participated in daily
family prayer, scripture study, and weekly home evenings. We children grew up
convinced that Mom could do anything. An avid learner, she enjoyed BYU classes
in history, language, genealogy research, and writing. Ready to take on
Scandinavian research, she and Dad traveled to Sweden, searching out archives
and ancestral haunts. Mom decided to refinish furniture, found a book on the
subject, and soon an entire wall of built-in cabinets, with a matching, set-in
piano, displayed her artistry. Mom rose at dawn to prepare nutritious
breakfasts, while supervising our music practice and chores. She sewed daily
wear for all the children, as well as elegant prom dresses and tailored coats
for five daughters; tied secure knots with two sons and dozens of Blazer boys;
faithfully wrote weekly letters to five children who served missions; and saw
all seven through good times and bad. She rejoiced to see all her children
enter the temple for sealing blessings. In 1982-1983, Ida-Rose and Tracy
served a mission in South Africa and Zimbabwe. There she put practical
know-how to good use, encouraging local saints to become self-sufficient.
Afterward, she helped African converts as well as Utah crafters support their
families by selling their work at her "Tulip Cottage" in Payson. Ida-Rose
enjoyed sharing home-grown vegetables, roses, and exquisite orchids. Her
skills benefited church and community, especially as she taught and led in
Primary and Relief Society. She published several family histories (most
notably Progenitors and Descendants of Fielding Langford); welcomed scientists
from all over the world to her home; enjoyed teamwork with her husband in
their church service, including his term as bishop of their Provo Pleasant
View First Ward; helped tend their Payson tree farm; and took both of their
fathers into her good care in their declining years. Perhaps best of all, she
and Tracy learned to appreciate rather than struggle with differences, as they
forged a solid, good-humored, and mutually supportive unity that has been an
inspiration to many. After her cancer diagnosis in 2002, Ida-Rose did not
dwell on her illness. Rather, she maintained an upbeat demeanor, lifting
others with her wit and positive spirit. Truly she was a faith-filled, hard
working, no-nonsense, get-the-job-done-on-time miracle worker. We her children
do "arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also" (Proverbs 31:28; also
verse 31). Now she is embraced by ancestors she found, no doubt savoring this
chance to ask questions of those who eluded her sleuthing in mortality.
Survivors include her devoted husband, H. Tracy Hall, of Provo; and their
seven children: Sherlene (Daniel) Bartholomew, of Orem; H. Tracy (Helen) Hall,
of Provo Canyon; and his former wife Elizabeth H. Hall, of Orem; David R.
(Karen) Hall, of Provo; Elizabeth (Martin) Neil, of Los Altos, California;
Virginia (Barry) Wood, of Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte (Bryan) Weight, of
Wilsonville, Oregon; and Nancy (Douglas) Mecham, of Provo; 35 grandchildren
and 28 (soon 30) great-grand-children; one sister, Iona (Robert) Lemmons, of
Anchorage, Alaska; two brothers, Ernest Fount (Joan) Langford, of Harrisville;
James Harvey (Melba) Langford, of West Jordan; a sister-in-law, Elvira (Heber
Langford, deceased), of Hooper; a brother-in-law, Irving (Irma Langford,
deceased) Wilcox, of Salt Lake City; Eugene (Joyce, deceased) Hall, of Las
Vegas; Wendell (Merrill) Hall, of Wallsburg; Donald (Louise) Hall, of Ogden;
and Delbert (Carlyn) Hall, of Buena Vista, Virginia. Services will be held on
Saturday, March 12, 2005, at 10 a.m., at the Pleasant View First Ward, 650 E.
Stadium Ave., Provo. Viewing, Friday, 6-8, at the Sundberg Olpin Mortuary, 495
S. State Street, Orem, or at the church, one hour prior to services. Interment
will be in the Provo City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/12/2005.

Hase, Laura Dennison
Laura Dennison Hase 1921 ~ 2005 Laura Dennison Hase passed away peacefully on
March 8, 2005. She was born on April 21, 1921 in Salina, Utah as the seventh
of eight children born to Alma Arthur Dennison and Hazel Ann Voorhees. She
married Enoch Donald Hase in Richfield, Utah on December 14, 1938. Their
marriage was solemnized on November 8, 1957 in the Manti LDS Temple. During
World War II she was a "Rosie the Riveter" employee, working at a Naval
warplane facility. After the war, she lived in San Diego, CA; Dongola, Ill;
Salina and Salt Lake City. She was a loving mother and housewife and was an
active member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She was also very active
in the LDS church, holding many positions including a temple worker in the
Salt Lake Temple. She was a member of the LDS Forest Dale Ward for over 45
years. Her loving husband predeceased her on Oct.16, 1968, after which she was
employed by Sweet's Candy Company for 26 years. She loved to travel, had gone
on many cruises, and had visited many places including Israel, Russia, South
America, Europe, China, Hawaii, and the Caribbean. She also visited many major
cities in the U.S. She is survived by one son, Donald Bruce Hase, Sandy, Utah;
one daughter, Joi Hase Swiggum North Bethesda, Maryland; four grandchildren,
Donald, Salt Lake City; Jason, Brooklyn, New York; James, Hilton Head Island,
South Carolina; Jessica, Washington D.C. Also two sisters, Alice Cloward, Salt
Lake City; Florence Squires, Salina, Utah; brother and sister-in-law, Arthur
and LaVerna Dennison, Salt Lake City; numerous nieces and nephews. Services
will be held at Redwood Memorial Mortuary (6500 South Redwood Road, West
Jordan) on Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 11 am. A viewing will he held one hour
prior to services. Interment to be held at Redwood Memorial Cemetery
immediately following the service. The family wishes to thank the Highland
Care Center and Appleton Hospice for all their care and love and
consideration.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Jeffries, Matie
Matie Jeffries 1912 ~ 2005 Matie Jeffries passed away Wednesday morning at the
age of 92 years. She was a long time resident of Salt Lake City, Utah and is
survived by a younger brother who resides in Ogden and several nieces and
nephews. Graveside services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2005 at 1:00
p.m. at the Larkin Sunset Lawn Cemetery, 2350 E. 1300 So. in Salt Lake City.
Family and friends may call one hour prior.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Kassel, Dr. Victor
Dr. Victor Kassel 1920 ~ 2005 Victor Kassel, a noted physician in private
practice in the Salt Lake Valley for over 50 years' duration, died peacefully
in his sleep of natural causes on March 9, 2005. Dr. Kassel was born in
Brooklyn, New York in 1920. His father, Morris Kassel, was a family physician
who graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr.
Kassel was predeceased by his younger sister, Helen Kassel, his younger
brother, Norman Kassel, and last by his mother, Edith Kessler, at age 94. He
is survived by his sister, Adele Wolinsky. Dr. Kassel attended Erasmus Hall
High School in Brooklyn and graduated from the Kohut School for Boys in
Harrison, New York. He holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland (1942) and
an M.D. from the Long Island College of Medicine, (1945). He served in the
Army Air Corps in Japan before completing his internship and residency at
Harbor General Hospital in Inglewood, California. In 1947, he married Freda
Eisen and they settled in Salt Lake City. He opened a private medical practice
focused on the social and medical problems of the aged at a time before
Geriatrics had developed into a medical specialty in its own right. Throughout
his career, Dr. Kassel dedicated himself to working with and occasionally
fighting with the Federal government to shape policies on Medicare. In the
1960s, he was appointed as a delegate to the White House Conference on Aging.
Prior to his retirement in 1995, he also served as Medical Director of St.
Joseph's Villa. At the time of his retirement, he was the oldest physician
with admitting privileges to the former Holy Cross Hospital, where he
maintained an affiliation throughout his career. Dr. Kassel prided himself on
his personal library. Over his lifetime, he accumulated an outstanding
personal collection on Judaism and aging. A voracious reader, Dr. Kassel
enjoyed "communing with people from the past." He was generous with his
knowledge, lecturing readily and often on a range of topics. His library also
contains many artifacts and rarities on the subjects he studied in books.
Among his many publications, perhaps the most controversial was his article
advocating polygyny, multiple spouses for men, after the age of sixty. During
the 1960s and 1970s, he aired his views weekly on Sunday mornings as the host
of two-way talk radio KSXX. During his show, called The Church of the
Paranoid, he often validated his statements with quotes from Benjamin
Franklin, Cicero and the Sefer ha Victor. During this period, he and his wife,
Freda, played hosts to a salon of eclectic scholars and people of note from
throughout the country who gathered in their living room attracted by his
eccentricities. Dr. Kassel is survived by his four daughters: Suzanne Kassel
Okrend (husband Arthur, son Michael) of New Jersey; Marleen Kassel Kerson
(husband Paul, daughter Deborah, son Benjamin) of New York; Malka Kassel of
Salt Lake; and Judith Kassel (husband Alexander Younger, sons Daniel, Joseph)
of Virginia. His wife of 54 years, Freda Eisen Kassel, passed away in 2001.
The family requests donations be sent on his behalf to the Jewish Family
Services of Salt Lake City. The Funeral will be held at Evans and Early, 574
East 100 South, on Friday, March 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Lee, Kenneth Louis
Kenneth Louis Lee "Louie" Kenneth Louis Lee passed away March 7th, 2005 at
"Care Source Hospice" after a six-month hospital illness. Louis was born
September 25, 1922 in Rawlins, Wyoming to Joseph Smith Lee and Severena
Rasmussen Lee. He had three brothers and a twin sister. Louise. He married his
sweetheart, Jackie Ohrel in 1949 and they shared 50 wonderful years together
before her death in 1999. Louis attended South High School. He served in the
Navy during World War II and specialized in war construction in the Hawaiian
Islands. Louis established and owned J.S. Lee and Sons Drilling Company. His
work was known throughout the West. He truly loved his work and those
connected to his profession. He loved his dog, Miki, and all things
mechanical, his trucks and cars (new and old). He and Jackie enjoyed riding
horses, boating, waterskiing, snowmobiling and skiing. He is survived by his
daughter, Holly (Edward) Gornik; grandchildren, Edward, Alexei, Carrie,
Shauna, and Charles; brother, Robert Eugene (Geneva) Lee; and his twin sister,
Louise (Clyde) Larsen. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; stepson,
Laurence; and brothers, Glen and Shirley. Funeral services will be at the
Cottonwood 2nd LDS Ward, 2080 E. 5165 So., on Tues., March 15th, 2005 at 11:00
a.m. Friends and family may call on Monday, March 14th from 6-8 p.m. at
Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and Tuesday from 10-10:45 a.m. at
the church. Interment Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests donations to The Deseret Foundation at the LDS Hospital or to
the Care Source Hospice Foundation, 1624 E. 4500 So., Salt Lake City, UT
84117.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/11/2005 - 3/12/2005.

Menlove, Nancy Lant
Nancy Lant Menlove "The Sunshine Lady" 1928 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother,
sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Nancy Lant Menlove, passed
away peacefully at age 77 on March 9, 2005. Nancy was born March 5, 1928 in
Bellingham, Washington. With a birth weight of only 2 lbs. 14 oz., doctors
told her parents, John Tanner Lant and Elizabeth Charlotte Lant, not to plan
on taking their new baby home. How wrong those doctors were. A self-described
scrapper as a child, she grew to be a tall, vivacious woman with an easy
laugh, a constant twinkle, and an indomitable positive attitude. Nancy grew up
in Payson, Utah. She graduated from Payson High where she was class president
and starred in numerous community and school plays. Her love of drama stayed
with her through life as she wrote and directed award-winning road shows and
musical productions and was often called on to write and deliver tributes for
friends and relatives. In 1947, while she was working as a soda jerk at
Daniel's Drug Store, Nancy met a handsome young man named Max L. Menlove. The
two were married May 8, 1948 and have been at one another's side ever since.
They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple in 1957.
Nancy loved life. She was devoted to her family and her many "best" friends of
all ages. She was an accomplished writer, authoring several children's books
and a talented tole painter. She had an uncanny knack for picking up the phone
just when someone most needed a listening ear or a word of encouragement. She
once wrote a list of things she enjoyed: sunsets, the first snow storm, the
changing of the season, a bonfire, singing in a Christmas choir, good books,
walking in the rain, beautiful reflections upon a lake, autumn leaves, roses
in bloom, little children, sausage egg and cheese biscuits, warm bread and
jam, most fattening foods, visits from the family, laughter, a surprise card
or letter from a friend, a good bargain, thoughtful people, old folks, trips
in the motor home, visiting the children, swimming, swimming, swimming, a good
movie, cancelled meetings, games - especially when I win, being right, lunch
with someone I love, good music, sharing success with the family, being needed
and loved, all of the wonderful surprises that life continually provides,
holidays - especially Christmas, and most of all family. Nancy is survived by
her husband; sister Leeta Wilson; seven children: Susan (David) Pugh of
Issaquah, WA; Peggy Walker of Newbury Park, CA; Douglas Menlove of Morgantown,
WV; Mark (Dana) of Boise, ID; Gary Menlove of Salt Lake City, UT; Sharla
(Michael) Chador of Sacramento, CA; Angela Menlove of Salt Lake City, UT; 14
grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held
Monday March 14, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mapleton 5th Ward located at 970 N.
400 E., Mapleton. Friends may call Sunday evening from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at
Wheeler Mortuary, 211 E. 200 S., Springville or at the Mapleton 5th Ward
Chapel from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Burial will be in the
Payson City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 3/11/2005 - 3/12/2005.

Montgomery, Dr. Raymond Glen
Dr. Raymond Glen Montgomery 1930 ~ 2005 Dr. Raymond Glen Montgomery passed
away peacefully holding his wife's hand March 5, 2005. Raymond was born
February 18, 1930 in Pueblo, CO to Charles and Maybelle Charlesworth
Montgomery. As a handsome young cowboy, Ray broke horses in CO and AZ before
serving honorably in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. He put himself
through school at BYU and Colorado State where he earned his Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine degree. He met his wife Jann Bottorff and they married
March 16, 1958. To Dr. Montgomery a veterinarian was the "Ultimate Cowboy" and
he was a proud member of the American Veterinary Medical Assoc. He was an
outstanding large animal veterinarian in Rexburg, ID before establishing
Granger Veterinary Hospital where he practiced for 26 years. His patients and
clients treasured his kindness and expertise. He was a dynamic man with many
loves: family, country, Quarter horses, cattle and his ranch. He was a devoted
husband and father. He was an active member of the LDS church, serving his
latest position as a Jordan River Temple worker. Everyday he made his kids
aware of how very much he loved them. He was active in the Granger community,
Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman of the Granger Hunter Community
Council. As a Charter Member of the West Valley City Incorporation Committee,
he helped create West Valley City and received the Mayor's Distinguished
Citizenship Award. He served as Assistant District Commissioner-BSA, on the
National Republican Presidential Task Force and in Rexburg, ID was Madison
County Republican Chairman. He is survived by his wife, Jann; children:
Raymond L, Salt Lake City; Janea, Plano, TX; Shaun (Esther), Ellensburg, WA;
Ynette (Stephen Marx), Klamath Falls, OR; Joni (Dale Hatch), Oakley, UT; Anean
(Shawn Christensen), Houston, TX; Happi (Doug Williams), TX; Monae (Chris
Madson), Salt Lake City; Charl, Atlanta, GA; Jon (Tanya), Salt Lake City and
Chandrei, LV, NV; 31 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Ilah Hatch;
brother, Jerry Mumm. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday March 12 at
the West Valley City Stake Center, 3963 S Peachwood Dr (3450 W). Friends may
call from 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 11 at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S Redwood
Rd, or March 12 at 9:30 - 10:40 a.m. at the West Valley City Stake Center.
Burial will be at his ranch in Clarkston, UT.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Mower, Judith R.
Judith R. Mower 1936 ~ 2005 Judith Rae Mower, age 68, passed away March 9,
2005 in Sandy, Utah. She was born May 20, 1936 in Salt Lake City, Utah to
William Rex Mower, Sr. and Ula Barrus Mower. She graduated from the University
of Utah with a degree in accounting. She was a CPA and worked for several
accounting firms. She was past president of the Utah Women's CPA Association.
She was loved and will be greatly missed by her family. Survived by her
brother, William R. (Paula) Mower, Jr. of Sandy, UT; nieces and nephews,
Jeanne (Keith) Bradford, Bill (Kate) Mower, Matt (Karen) Mower, Scott (Kerry)
Mower, Alecia (Kreg) Jeppson, Janette (Gary) Serdar. Preceded in death by her
parents. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Crosslands and Life
Path Hospice for their loving care. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m.
Saturday, March 12, 2005 in the Murray City Cemetery. Friends my call from
12-12:45 p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 South State. Funeral directors, Mike
Anderson, Anderson Funeral Home.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Nowers, Gerald
Gerald Nowers 1924 ~ 2005 Gerald Nowers of Beaver, Utah, age 80, passed away
at the Beaver Valley Hospital March 7, 2005. He was born July 15, 1924 in
Beaver to Seldon and Della Staley Nowers. He married Adriene (Jackie) Mathews,
July 11, 1947 in Pioche, NV. And their marriage was later solemnized in the
St. George LDS Temple in June 1963. Gerald honorably served in the U.S. Army
during World War War II. He may have missed "D" Day but he survived the
"Battle of The Bulge." He was truly a member of "The Greatest Generation."
After World War II he started a career in law enforcement. He would later
become Beaver City Chief of Police. He served the public from April 1945 to
December 1987. He had his own style of police work. Many young men and women
met their Dad at the front door with Gerald holding them by the collar. He
firmly believed that the parents should be the disciplinarian and not the
court system. Gerald retired from Beaver City to cowboy full time. He loved a
good horse and he had a few. He loved his cattle, it was a true passion.
Gerald's love of life was his family. His children, Denna Ann (Larry) Kramer,
Geraldine (John) Cummings, Wilson Gates (Cindy) Nowers and Michelle (Greg)
Smith. Gerald is survived by his loving wife Jackie, brothers, S.K. (Shorty)
(Bonnie) and John R. (Bob) (Laura); sisters, Eleene (Bruce) Osborne, Margaret
Boyle, Helen (Carlyle) Rollins and Peggy (Paul) Mecham; 22 grandchildren, 49
great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by his parents and one great-great-grandson Jacob. Funeral Services will
be held on Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at the Beaver 4th Ward
Chapel. A viewing will be held on Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
at Southern Utah Mortuary and on Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the
Church. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery under the direction of
Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent to
www.southernutahmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Pierce, Sophie Denise Oneida
Sophie Denise Oneida Pierce "Dede" Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother,
daughter, sister, aunt, second mother, and dear friend to all, passed away at
her home on March 8, 2005. She was born April 4, 1962 to Henry Oneida and
Marion Lukich Guerra. Everyone was welcome at her home. She was a philosopher
and a poet, and she was dedicated to her belief of Jesus. Mom, the long and
winding road has ended. A new journey has began. May you and Owen rest in
peace. We'll all be together again. Dede is survived by her husband, Brad;
daughters, Miranda and Jessica; two beautiful grandchildren, Dominick and
Zoey; her parents; stepfather, Eleuterio Guerra; and grandmother, Sophie
Lukich; her brothers, Henry, Jeff, Curtis and Marion; her sister, Alicia; her
parents-in-law, Jack and Berva Pierce; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts,
uncles, nieces and nephews, and dear friends. Preceded in death by her
brother, Owen. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 5
p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, where there will be a viewing from 3-5
p.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Brad's family
would be appreciated.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Roe, Dale Evans
Dale Evans Roe 1916 ~ 2005 Our beloved father, brother, and grandfather, Dale
Evans Roe, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. Dale was
born on October 14, 1916 in Preston, Idaho to John Lewis Roe and Frances
Evans. After graduating from Preston High, he married his sweetheart, Lela
Bodily Allen, on July 7, 1936 in the Logan Temple. They settled in Oakland,
California to work and raise a family. He was an active member of the church
and served as Bishop for eight years. Dale worked for the American Red Cross
and concluded his career as ARC Bay Area Chapter Manager after 49 years of
service. He and Lela moved to Utah in 1982 to retire and be nearer their
grandchildren. He enjoyed serving with his wife as missionaries on Temple
Square and working in the Temple. Dale is survived by daughters: Fran (Chuck)
Moulton of Centerville, Utah; Gena (Roy Brenning) Roe of Saratoga Springs,
Utah; eight grandchildren: Debra, Jon, Kevin, Sara, Matt, Emily, Michael and
Melissa and brothers: Bryce E. Roe, George Roe and DeVoe Gill. Dale was
preceded in death by a son Michael, brother Jack and his sweetheart Lela.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. in the
Centerville Utah North Stake Center at 1461 North Main, Centerville, Utah.
Viewings will be held on Sunday, March 13, 2005, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at
Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah; and prior to the
funeral from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. on Monday, March 14, in the Centerville North
Stake Center. Interment will be in the Lakeview Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 3/11/2005 - 3/13/2005.

Sartori, Brent V.
Brent V. Sartori "Duke" Duke passed away on March 8, 2005 surrounded by his
family. He was born November 13, 1941 to Val and Vera Sartori in Salt Lake
City. Duke was a member of the LDS church and was very proud and honored to
have recently received his temple recommend. Duke loved old musicals, John
Wayne, Harleys and Elvis Presley. He was the happiest outdoors camping and
fishing with his family and friends. Duke loved to cook, it didn't matter if
it was for two people or 200 whatever he cooked, you knew you were in for a
wonderful meal. Duke found it hard to say "no". He would do whatever he could
to help out his family and friends. To Duke, everyone was a friend. Duke was
very active with the activities at the MESH, he would help to raise money by
parking cars for the Jazz games, cook holiday dinners for the tenants and so
much more. He did all this without complaining and always with a smile and
glad heart. Over the years Dad became the man he wanted to be. A man with a
heart of gold. Survived by children Mike (Shelia) of Helper, Debbie of
Wellington, Kathy (Louis) Bay of Helper, Sean of Salt Lake, Kelly (Heidi) of
Kearns, Audra of West Valley, his pride and joy 12 grandchildren, sister
Barbara Nicolsen of Washington and many nieces and nephews, Jon Rosvall and
life long friend Larry Kight. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Val,
grandson Austin and best friend Bud Gardner. Services will be help March 12,
2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Multi Purpose room of the MESH located at 120 So.
200 W. in Salt Lake City. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens. We would
like to say Thank you to the staff of the CICU at LDS Hospital for the
wonderful care they provided to Dad. Also a very special Thank you to the
nurses who not only cared for Dad but for his family though out this very
difficult time. Dad, ride well, we love and miss you.
Published in the Deseret News on 3/11/2005.

Schneider, Noland H.
Noland H. Schneider 1927 ~ 2005 Noland H. Schneider passed away on March 7,
2005 due to the effects of cancer. Noland was born on August 14, 1927 in Salt
Lake City, Utah to Hyrum and Elma Schneider. He attended East High School and
then the University of Utah, where he was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha
fraternity. He received his law degree from the University of Utah Law School
and passed the Utah Bar Exam with the highest score in the state. He joined
the Merchant Marines at age 16 and later served in the Army and as an officer
in the Air Force. Noland was a lawyer by training but an entrepreneur at heart
and his greatest pleasure was in overcoming the greatest odds. He practiced
law, he prospected for uranium in Southern Utah and for black mica in Mexico,
he speculated in commodities (and almost had several hundred head of cattle
delivered to his home when he and his partner failed to close a contract
before the delivery date), he went from boom to bust during the uranium
frenzy, and invested successfully in many start up companies. He was the head
trader at Coombs & Company, a local stock brokerage firm, and a co-owner of
Utah Welder's Supply. Noland loved games of chance and, much to the delight of
his friends and family, invented several of his own. He enjoyed sit down ping
pong, locker room golf, bowling for dollars, and the pursuit of impossible
propositions like breaking 85 in golf within one year, trying to run a horse
through a full set of jumps at the Cottonwood Club horse show, and running
from the Alta Club to Willow Creek Country Club in less than four hours. He
was a great card player, particularly bridge and gin rummy. Noland was also an
avid golfer and belonged to the Salt Lake Country Club and the Springs Country
Club in Rancho Mirage, California. More than anything, Noland loved people and
people loved him. He was always willing to help his friends and there was
nothing he wouldn't do for his family. He adored his grandchildren and step
grandchildren and entranced them with his stories and outings. Noland loved
life and he lived it to its fullest. As he said, "I've had a pretty good run."
He is survived by Patty, his loving wife of 32 years; his sister Camilla Smyth
(Fred Smyth); his sons Mark Schneider (Mary Sloan) and Kirk Schneider (Nata
Schneider); his daughter Jeri Schneider; his step daughters Kathy Tarver
(Keith Tarver) and Carolyn Hunter (Drew Hunter); and his grandchildren Dylan,
Allie, Kacey and Carli Schneider, and Joseph and Leo Staten, and his step
grandchildren Robyn Urry, and Robbie Tarver. He was preceded in death by his
parents and by his sisters Phyllis Schneider and Kathryn Nuttall. There will
be a graveside service for family members at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery on Friday
March 11. Friends may call at the Larkin Sunset Lawn Mausoleum 2350 E. 1300 S.
on Thursday March 10 from 6-8 p.m. Friends are also invited to attend a
celebration of Noland's life at the Salt Lake Country Club on March 11 from
3:30-6:00 p.m. The family suggests that donations be made to the Huntsman
Cancer Institute or the charity of your choice.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/8/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Smith, Bernice (Larson Setterberg)
Bernice (Larson Setterberg) Smith 1918 ~ 2005 Bernice passed away March 6,
2005 in Twin Falls, ID. She was born in Central, Idaho on August 11, 1918 to
Phoebe and David Hansen. A long-time resident of Salt Lake City. Bernice was a
warm and wonderful mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Her infectious
laugh, flair for dramatic storytelling and passion for life will truly be
missed. Married Vernal Larson, later divorced. They owned The LaVilla Caf  and
Vernal's Caf  in Murray. Married Harry Setterberg, later divorced. Married
Merrill (Bud) Smith. Bernice worked to become the first female manager in
housewares at ZCMI. Bernice is survived by her children, Sharon (Sid)
Brownlee, San Clemente California; Bonnie Young, Salt Lake City, Utah; Roger
Larson, Seattle, Washington; and Cory (Michele) Setterberg, Franklin
Massachusetts; brothers Bob (Jean) and Don (Lyla) Hansen; 10 grandchildren and
seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband
Merrill (Bud) Smith, her parents, sister Beryl, brothers Al, Arvin, Arlo and
Roger. Viewing will be held Saturday, March 12th at 11a.m.-12 noon with
funeral services to follow at 12 noon at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W.
South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.) Interment Murray City Cemetery. Contributions
in the name of Bernice Smith may be made to the Utah Chapter of the Alzheimers
Assoc., 845 E. 4800 S. Ste. 120, Murray, UT 84107. The family wishes to
express their heartfelt thanks for the loving and compassionate care provided
to Bernice her last four years by granddaughter and husband, Stacey and Dave
Godfrey and family.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Ushio, Itomi Mukai
Itomi Mukai Ushio 1924 ~ 2005 Itomi Mukai Ushio, age 81, passed away March 8,
2005 surrounded by the family that had been the center of her life. Born
January 10, 1924 in Ogden Utah to Kenjiro and Tono Mukai. She married Jim
Ushio March 13, 1951 in Salt Lake City and they were later sealed in the Salt
Lake Temple. Together they raised four children and established the business
"Catering by Ushio's". Preceded in death by her husband in 1977 she owned and
operated the business for over 25 years, providing her personal touch on
thousands of special occasions. She was a member of the LDS Church and
excelled in showing her love and kindness to all with whom she came in
contact. Her calling in life became her children, grandchildren and
great-grandchildren, all of whom have cherished memories of time spent with
Grandma. Survived by her four children: Marion (Robert) Bailey, Joanne (Gary)
Voorhees, Dorothy (Mark) Ostlund, Rodger (Cherie) Ushio; 17 grandchildren; 17
great-grand-children; sisters: Himeyo Kariya, Dorothy Hashimoto, Peggy Shimizu
and brother, Gerold Mukai. Funeral services will be held Sat., March 12, 2005,
12 :00 noon at the South Cottonwood Stake Center, 1250 East 4800 South.
Friends may call Friday, 5:30-8:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South
Redwood Road and Saturday at the church, 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to services.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.

Wilde, Lloyd Rulon
Lloyd Rulon Wilde 1930 ~ 2005 We lost a gentleman, Lloyd Rulon Wilde, who
returned to his Heavenly Father Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at his mountain home
in Midway, Utah, after sustaining head injuries from a fall. Lloyd was born
November 21, 1930, in Provo, Utah, to Lloyd Albert and Blanche Wilde. Lloyd
was an active man, involved in community activities, the owner of a successful
tanning business, and an active outdoorsman. He was a good husband and family
patriarch. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Britt Wilde; six
children: Allen, Scott, Kris and Josh Wilde, Elin Nickle and Scott Drews; 27
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was a man of labor, a man of
order and a man of love. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 12,
2005 - 12 Noon in the Midway LDS Stake Center, 165 N. Center St., Midway, UT.
Friends may call on Fri. from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, 288 N.
Main St., Heber City, and on Saturday from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the
services at the LDS Church. Interment will be in the Midway City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 3/10/2005 - 3/11/2005.