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Anderson, Morris G.           
Morris G. Anderson 1950 ~ 2005 Morris Garn Anderson, 55, of Magna, Utah passed
away Sunday, November 13, 2005 due to cancer. Morris was born July 9, 1950 in
Delta, Utah to Aaron Garn and Joy H. Anderson. In 1952 he moved to Mag-na and
graduated from Cyprus High School in 1969. Morris ser-ved his country in the
U.S. Marine Corp for six years. He became the proud and loving father of Shilo
in June 1980. He was blessed with two beautiful grandsons, Alex in December
1996, and Isaac in January 2005. Morris is a member of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was an eagle scout, avid and certified scuba
diver, and enjoyed water skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, and traveling. In 1977
Morris and his best friend, Mike Modderman became business partners in which
they established their concrete company, M&M-it, Inc. Morris had many close
and loving friends. Survived by daughter, Shilo; grandsons, Alex and Isaac;
mother, Joy; brothers, Phil (Hazel), Ron (Donna), Kim (Jaquie); sister-in-law,
Jody; sisters, Joy (Don) and Nyla (Scott); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Also, best friends and caretakers, Mike and Debby Modderman and their
children, Hope and Colby. Preceded in death by father, Garn; and a brother,
Karl. A very special thanks to the Moddermans for all that they have done.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2005 at the
Pleasant Green Chapel, 8739 West 3000 South. Friends may call Thursday at the
church 9-9:45 a.m. Interment, Kanosh City Cemetery, Kanosh, Utah. Online
condolences may be sent to www.peelfuneralhome.com
Published in the Deseret News from 11/14/2005 - 11/15/2005.

Coulam, Mildred Toma          
Mildred Toma Coulam 1919 ~ 2005 Mildred Toma Coulam passed away in the early
hours of November 12, 2005. She was born October 12, 1919 in Honomu, Hawaii,
the third of seven children. She would reminisce about her childhood in Hawaii
skinny-dipping in the waterfalls, touring the island with a singing group, and
playing in the sugar cane fields. At age 14 she moved to Beverly Hills,
California, there she graduated from high school and eventually attended UCLA.
In Los Angeles she met Wallace Toma, whom she married. During the war they
were relocated to Salt Lake City. They opened Wally's Flowers together and
started their family. Later divorced, she was determined to raise her children
and be a success, she opened Mildred's Flowers. She never measured her success
in numbers but in the happiness of others, and to her credit she had many
loyal and loving customers and friends. Her quick smile, heartfelt and
energetic nature filled all aspects of her life, apparent and available to
everyone that she came in contact with. In 1967 she married Clifton Coulam.
Mildred and Cliff spent the next two decades working together and traveling
the world. She is survived by her son Allan (Kara) Toma of Hendrson, NV; her
daughter Rebecca (Ross) Stark of Sandy, UT; five grandchildren: Devin
(Jennifer) Toma, Courtney (Chris) Irvine, Megan (Donald) Gilman, Cameron
Stark, and Dustin Stark; also nine great-grandchildren, and one sister Ella
(Charlie) Hara, Hilo, HI. Funeral services will be held at Holladay Cottonwood
Mortuary, 4670 Highland Dr., Thursday, November 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. and a
viewing for friends and family from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., prior to the
services. Interment Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. The family would like to thank
the staff at Wentworth East Millcreek Assisted Living and Garden Terrace
Alzheimer's Center for their loving care of their mother. In lieu of flowers
the family suggests contribution to American Cancer Society. www.cancer.org.
Condolences may be sent to family at www.celebratinglife-ut.com
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Coyne, Walt         
Walt Coyne Idaho Falls, Idaho Walter Joseph Coyne, 78, of Idaho Falls, passed
away November 13, 2005, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born
June 12, 1927, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Thomas Francis Coyne and Christine
Von Stein Coyne. He grew up and attended schools in Salt Lake City and
graduated from West High School. He married Verda Victoria Stucki September 5,
1950, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He worked as a grocery store manager at
Safeway and owned the Food King grocery store in Idaho Falls. He then owned
and managed Pioneer Book Store in Idaho Falls for 25 years. An active member
of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as Stake Young
Men President, as a Counselor in the Bishopric, on the Stake High Council, and
as Bishop. He served a mission in his youth to the Netherlands and was proud
that he remained fluent in Dutch throughout his life. He enjoyed reading,
travel, his family, and especially loved visits with his grandchildren. Walt
was friendly and outgoing and loved sharing his time with others. Surviving
are: daughter: Mary Ann Coyne of Salt Lake City; son: O. Norman (Jeanell)
Coyne of Ammon, ID; daughter: Lisa Orme of Idaho Falls, ID; daughter: Holly
(Lars) Elkin of Aberdeen, ID; brother: Thomas P. Coyne of Salt Lake City;
sister: Catherine Hatch of Salt Lake City, eight grandchildren and 13
great-grand children He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Verda,
and a sister, Betty Tovey. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, November 17, 2005, at the Idaho Falls LDS 16th Ward, 855 South
Boulevard, with Bishop Mark Richardson officiating. The family will visit with
friends Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and
Thursday for one hour prior to the services at the church. Burial, the
Grant-Central Cemetery directed by Wood Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent
to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.com
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Davis, Luke         
Luke Davis Will Be Missed FRUIT HEIGHTS- Luke Davis, our beloved son, returned
to his Heavenly Father on November 12, 2005. He is survived by his parents
Darren A. Davis and Jana P. Davis and his older brothers, Nicholas, Ethan and
Tucker. He will always be in our hearts and will remain there until we can be
with him again. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2005 at 2:00
p.m. at Russon Brothers Farmington Mortuary, 1941 North Main Street,
Farmington, Utah. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment
Kaysville City Cemetery. On line guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Graham, Robert L.        
Robert L. Graham 8/25/1925~11/13/2005 Robert L. Graham passed away at the
Eastridge Care Center in Salt Lake City of pneumonia. Born in Castle Gate,
Utah to Archie and Sybil Cox Graham. He was raised in Salt Lake, and worked
for J.C. Penney Co. and the Public Parks Dept. When he was 11-years-old he was
severely injured in a bicycle accident leaving him partially disabled, causing
him many difficulties during his life. He always had a joke to tell, followed
by a hearty laugh. He was a kind man who loved his family and friends, and was
loved in return. Rest In Peace Dear Brother, "Till We Meet Again". Bob is
survived by sisters, Bonnie Graham, Margie (Blaine) Smith, many nieces and
nephews, and dear friends, Opal, Ina and J.D. and family. Preceded in death by
parents; brothers, Edward, Melvin and Vern, and nephew, Michael. Graveside
Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. at Valley View
Memorial Park, 4400 West 4100 South. Friends may call at Valley View Funeral
Home, 4335 West 4100 South from 10:15 until 11:15 a.m. prior to the service.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Hansen, Virginia Robbins           
Virginia Hansen 1925 ~ 2005 Virginia Robbins Hansen, age 80, passed away
November 12, 2005, surrounded by her family in Salt Lake City. She was born
January 23, 1925 in Midvale, Utah to Ralph Robbins and Marie Howard Robbins.
She attended Jordan High School. She married Fred W. Hansen, January 16, 1946
in the Salt Lake Temple. Virginia was married to the love of her life, Fred
for 59 years. Virginia had a great love for nature and the out of doors,
always ready to go out and enjoy God's creations. She had a special talent for
gardening. She loved her flowers and she loved working to make her yard the
beautiful place that it is. Virginia and Fred traveled throughout the world,
living life to its fullest. Her greatest joy was her family. She loved her
boys, her daughters-in-law, and each one of her grandchildren and
great-grandchil-dren. Virginia was an active member of the LDS Church, serving
in the Primary presidency and as a Den Mother more than 20 years, loving all
of her boys. She loved music, and it was a great source of comfort in her
life. She touched many lives and will be sorely missed. She is survived by her
husband, Fred W. Hansen; children, Rob (Dena), Craig (Linda), Ron (Terri),
Doug (Abi), Gordon (Ronda); sisters, Genevieve Simpson, Ruby Parker, Dorothy
Harkness; 20 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by
her son, Rob Hansen; brother, Edward; and her parents. Funeral services will
be held November 16, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Ridgedale Ward, 3400 So. 1100 East.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 15, from 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch
Lawn Mortuary 3401 So. Highland Dr. and Wednesday, November 16, from
9:45-10:45 a.m. before the service. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn
Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/14/2005 - 11/15/2005.

Hanson, Charles Keith         
Charles Keith Hanson 1906 ~ 2005 Charles Keith Hanson died peacefully on
Thursday, November 10, 2005, at Brighton Gardens Nursing Home in Salt Lake
City from complications related to old age. Charles, better known as Keith,
was born August 19, 1906 in Payson, Utah, the son of Charles G. and La Crish
Vilate Hanson. He married his only sweetheart, Helen W. Larsen, on July 1,
1930. She preceded him in death on June 1, 2000 after nearly 70 years of
marriage. After having survived some five years of sporadic employment during
the Great Depression in the early 1930's, Keith finally found regular
employment at Kennecott Copper Company. There he worked for a total of
seventeen years. But, based on his Great Depression experience, Keith was
always striving to become independent of any employer. Towards that end Keith
acquired two small farms in Utah County which he felt would enable him and his
family to survive no matter the employment conditions or whims of any
employer. He also became involved in several activities aside from his regular
employment. These activities included the acquisition of a Doctorate Degree in
Metallurgy from the University of Utah in June 1960 at the age of 54. In
addition, he along with his brother Burness and sister Gertrude, designed and
developed two small subdivisions in the northwest part of Salt Lake City known
as Hanson Subdivision 1 and 2. Keith also was a lover of the outdoors and
became an expert in fly tying and fly fishing. Keith was preceded in death by
six brothers, Arthur, (at the age of one month), Donald, Glen, Burness,
Gerald, and Rulon, and two sisters, Gertrude and Dorotha. Keith is survived by
one sister, LaVerl H. Kapoloski Reece of Salt Lake City, and several nieces
and nephews who will greatly miss him. Services will be Thursday, November 17,
2005, 12 noon, at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, where
friends may call one hour prior to the service. Keith will be interred beside
his wife in the Payson City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/15/2005 - 11/16/2005.

Henningsen, Thomas J.         
Thomas J. Henningsen 1919 ~ 2005 Thomas J. Henningsen, 86, passed away on
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005, at Care Source in Holladay, UT. He was born on August
27, 1919, in Flensburg, Germany. On September 11, 1943, he married Erna Bauer
in Hamburg, Germany. They moved to the United States in 1952. He retired from
Eimco Structural Steel in 1983. He is survived by his wife, Erna; four sons,
Butch (Pat), Ingo (Mary), Fred, and Glen Henningsen, and one daughter, Rita
(Wes) Visher; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Graveside
services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. at Larkin Sunset
Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., Sandy, UT.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Hoecherl, Verda          
Verda Hoecherl 1933 ~ 2005 Verda Elaine Smith Hoecherl, age 72, passed away
peacefully in the company of her family November 14, 2005. Born May 3, 1933 in
Thornton, Idaho, daughter of George Ernest and Hilda Marguerite Nelson Smith.
Married George Ramon Hoecherl November 29, 1947 and they have been sweethearts
for 58 years. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple November
30, 1959. She worked tirelessly for 31 years with mentally and physically
challenged youth. She was given the opportunity to form the Kearns Regional
Exceptional Mutual for all of her kids who were too old for Primary. She
played such an important role in the lives of all of these special young
people who needed her. She raised dozens of children in her home. She was a
proud mother of five children: Terry (Valerie), Kirk (Sally), Debi Ellis, Troy
(Pam), Mindy (Patrick) Jones; grandmother of 28; great-grandmother of 33. She
has four brothers and two sisters living. Preceded in death by her son, Kirk;
grandson, Cody; brother-in-law, Larry, her surrogate son. Funeral services
will be held Thursday, 12:00 noon at the Meadowview Ward, 4575 West 5415
South. A viewing will be held Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home,
4330 South Redwood Road and Thursday at the church, 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to
services. Interment, Murray City Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Hoskins, Thomas Dee           
Thomas Dee Hoskins "T.D." Tom Thomas D. Hoskins died November 12, 2005. Born
October 22, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Floyd and Mary Edith Love Hoskins.
Married Cathy Caputo Hoskins in 1968. Tom was a veteran of the U.S. Army and
served during the Korean Conflict. Member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic
Church. He worked for the Denver Rio Grande Railroad which later became the
part of the Union Pacific for 42 years as a switchman. He retired eight years
ago. Tom had a very unique and sharp sense of humor that endeared him to
family and friends. His interests in life were first and foremost his wife and
children. He had a very special bond with each of them as well his
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Tom also enjoyed watching the Denver
Broncos, Friday night boxing matches, Sunday morning political talk shows. To
all Tom's friends and co-workers at the railroad that he never had a chance to
say goodbye to, please know that you were always in his thoughts. He had
memories and stories (which were heard often) of all of you. Preceded in death
by his parents, son Michael E. Foster, brothers Edward, Russell, Jay Hoskins
and parents-in-law James and Josephine Caputo. Survived by his wife and
children Gina (Wade) Perkins, Rita Steed, Jeffrey (Denise) Foster, Mary Jo
(Shane) Lindula, Anthony Hoskins; 10 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren,
many nieces and nephews, two brothers-in-law Jimmy (Nancy) Caputo, Alfredo
(Jane) Caputo. Tom's wishes were to be cremated and the family is honoring his
request. A Funeral mass will be celebrated Friday 11:00 a.m. at St. Vincent De
Paul Catholic Church, 1375 East Spring Lane. A Vigil service will held
Thursday 7:00 p.m. where friends may call from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. also at the
church. Committal Mt. Calvary Cemetery 4th Ave. and T Street. Directors Neil
O'Donnell & Sons. The family wishes to thank the ICU staff at Salt Lake
Regional Medical Center, Dr. John Luras, Dr. Imran Zubair who headed the team
of specialists caring for Tom and the staff of CareSource Hospice. Also very
special thanks to the employers of the remaining family members for allowing
their generous time away from their jobs to be with Tom during the final month
of his life. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that you consider a
donation in his memory to the Salt Lake Community Action Head Start Building
Fund, 764 S. 200 W., Salt Lake City, UT 84101.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/15/2005 - 11/16/2005.

Ingebretsen, Alice Weber           
Alice Weber Ingebretsen 1911 ~ 2005 BOUNTIFUL - Alice Weber Ingebretsen,
passed away Sunday, November 13, 2005 after a valiant battle with cancer. She
was born February 27, 1911 to Robert Weber and Alice Louise Hayes Weber in
Etna, Wyoming in a two room log house by a midwife. She spent her first nine
years in Etna, then her father moved them to Weiser, Idaho on the Oregon side
where he could farm. She attended school there. On March 29, 1937 she married
Paul Edward Ingebretsen in the Salt Lake Temple. He was working for the Union
Pacific Railroad. His work took them to Glenns Ferry where their three
children, Ronney Dale and twins Paul Roy and Paulette, were born. He then
transferred to Pocatello where she lived until 2000. Alice was an active
member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in
several positions thinking each calling was the best in the Church. In 2000
she moved to Bountiful after Paul's death to be closer to family. She sewed
most of her own clothes and at 90 years old gave up knitting. They always had
the best garden in the area and loved sharing with the neighbors. She and Paul
loved fishing and spent time with friends taking fishing trips. Preceded in
death by two brothers, three sisters and their spouses; sons, Paul Roy
Ingebretsen, Ronney Dale Ingebretsen; husband, Paul Edward Ingebretsen; and
grandson, Daron Ingebretsen. She is survived by daughter, Paulette
Ingebretsen; daughter-in-law, Diane Ingebretsen; granddaughter, Dena Wentz
(John); and great-granddaughter, Lacey Nicole Wentz. The family would like to
thank all the wonderful people at Barton Creek Assisted Living for being so
loving and caring. A very special thank you to her hospice nurse, DeeAnn. Our
family gives special thanks to Paulette for taking such good care of grandma.
Funeral services will be Wednesday November 16, 2005, 2 p.m. at Russon
Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main Street. Friends may call prior to
services at the Mortuary from 12:45-1:45 p.m. Burial will follow in the
Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book and directional maps available at
www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 11/14/2005 - 11/15/2005.

Moeller, Kent David           
Kent David Moeller 1957 ~ 2005 Kent David Moeller, 47, passed away November
11, 2005 at his home in Lehi. He was born November 26, 1957 in Wichita, Kansas
to William David and Jeneane Fisher Collins Moeller. Kent is a wonderful son,
brother, uncle, and friend. He was a very patient and gifted teacher. He was a
master of stained glass art, and many homes are graced by his work. His
talents and friendship were greatly appreciated by his family and all who know
him. He was known for his positive attitude and fun sense of humor which was
legendary. He is greatly loved. Kent was an active member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had served a mission to Taiwan,
Kaohsiung Mission. Kent is survived by his parents; brothers, Keith W.
(Shelley) Moeller, Scott S. (Kim) Moeller, Mark M. (Denise) Moeller, and
Nathan R. Moeller; sisters, Marianne (Darren) Wooden, and Caroline L.F.
(Brandon) Pack; 16 nephews; five nieces; grandmothers, Ada L. Collins, and
Marion Collins; four uncles; four aunts; and many cousins. Funeral services
will be Wednesday, Nov. 16th at 11 a.m. in the Alpine North Stake Center, 1125
East Alpine Blvd. where friends may call from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to
services. Burial will be in the Alpine Cemetery under the direction of
Anderson & Sons Mortuary, American Fork.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/14/2005 - 11/15/2005.

O'Sullivan, Janet        
Janet O'Sullivan 1928 ~ 2005 Janet passed away in the early morning hours
Friday November 11, 2005, at her home. She maintained her calm reserve until
the end. Janet was born in Salt Lake City March 22, 1928 to George Elmer and
Elizabeth McPherson Brown. She grad-uated from South High School in 1945.
Janet married Charles R. O'Sullivan November 4, 1950 in Elko, NV. Janet was
retired from US West. She was very active in the Towne House Athletic Club for
many years serving as secretary of the Bowling League and president of the
Ladies Board where she coordinated social events and fund raisers. Janet is
survived by her husband, Chuck; sister-in-law, June Mills Brown; nieces,
Bonnie Beckstead, Leslie Lees, and their families; and her little dog, Benji.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, George Perry Brown.
Chuck wishes to thank the many friends and neighbors who have shared their
lives for these many years, especially Lila Thompson and Sue Anderson. He
would also like to thank Dr. Stephen Aslami and the Rocky Mountain Hospice for
their kind service to Janet. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 19,
2005, 12 noon at the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park (3401 Highland Drive). The
family will receive friends at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Friday, Nov. 18th
between 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 19th between 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the
funeral service. Janet will be interred at the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/13/2005 - 11/17/2005.

Ockey, Nellie Gee        
Nellie Gee Ockey She's "Peachie Rosie" Our sweet mom, grandmother and friend,
Nellie Gee Ockey, passed away November 12, 2005 at the age of 93. Nellie was
born in Moroni, Utah on November 18th, 1911 the fourth of 10 children of Urvin
and Martena Jensen Gee. She married Clarence J. Ockey in Moroni, Utah on
December 9, 1931. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple. He
passed away in 1986. She lived in Nephi, Utah for several years and moved to
Provo, Utah in 1942. There she worked as a doctor's office nurse at Utah
Valley Clinic for 30 years. Nellie was an active member of the LDS Church
serving in the Primary, M.I.A., Sunday School and Relief Society. Nellie's
experience in nursing served her well as she helped neighbors, friends and
family. She was always a giving person and caretaker of others. She is
survived by her daughter, LaRue (Oliver) Frenette, grandson Dallin Wall,
granddaughter Wendy (David) Brown, three great-grand-children; step
grandchildren, Carla (Rick) Park, Brian (Linda) Frenette, Colleen (Stan)
Parkin, Karen (Ben) Williams and many step great and
great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother Burton Gee and
sisters Alice Wilson, Lois Van Orden and Elaine Frandsen. Two brothers and
three sisters preceded her in death. Thanks to all those at the Avalon Care
Center who gave her such tender loving care. Funeral services will be held
11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2005 at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727
N. 400 E. where friends may call from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services.
Interment Timpanogas Memorial Gardens, 997 N. 400 E. Orem, Utah. e-mail
condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 11/15/2005 - 11/16/2005.

Petersen, Brooks S.           
Brooks S. Petersen 1975 ~ 2005 Brooks Shigeki Petersen returned to his
heavenly home Nov. 11, 2005. He was born on April 14, 1975, in Brigham City,
Utah, to Jim and Jan Petersen. He was a quiet, loving, active child. He loved
sports from his early years and played Little League football and baseball and
excelled in the Intramural Pentathlons, and later developed a passion for
golf. He graduated from Bear River High School in 1993. He served a mission
for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Canada Montreal
French speaking mission. After his return, he attended Snow College and SUU.
He was married for a short time to Amy Richards from Cedar City, and they were
blessed with a son, Carsen Jack on Feb. 21, 2002. He finally found the
occupation of his dreams -firefighting. He attended the fire academy,
graduated and worked for the Layton and Kaysville fire departments, and was
soon thereafter employed by West Valley and South Salt Lake City departments.
He also became a certified paramedic and was promoted to the WVC Haz-Mat Team.
He LOVED and LIVED his work and was good at it. It was through their
complimentary occupations that he met the "Almighty" Jenney Tenney from South
Jordan. They were married Sept. 8, 2004 and made their home in Clearfield.
Brooks and Jenney were blessed with a son, Ryker Shigeki, June 4, 2005. Brooks
is survived by his wife, Jenney, and son, Ryker Petersen; son, Carsen Jack
Petersen; parents, grandparents, Shigeki and Mary Moriyama; sister, Cori Dawn
Petersen; brother, Shannon James (Alese) Petersen; brother, Trevor Blake
(Jenifer) Petersen. A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, Nov.
17, 2005, 11:00 am at the Hunter South Stake Center, 4700 So. 5180 W. Family
and friends are invited to call on Wednesday 6 - 8 pm at Jenkins-Soffe South
Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy (10600 So.) and Thursday from 9:30 - 10:30
am at the church. Interment will follow at the Elwood Town Cemetery at 3:00
pm. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to the Brooks, Carson, &
Ryker Petersen Trust Fund at any Chase Bank to assist with expenses. Our
family expresses their sincere gratitude to all who have shown their love and
support at this time of sorrow. Special thanks to all departments. Condolences
may be sent to www.jenkins-soffe.com
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Simpson, Corey T.        
Corey T. Simpson 1963 ~ 2005 RICHFIELD, ID- Cory T. Simpson, 42, of Richfield,
Idaho, died at home surrounded by his family Thursday evening, November 10,
2005. Cory was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 25, 1963 to Robert Jay
and Kathleen Truscott Simpson, one of three sons. Cory grew up in Salt Lake
City, Utah and attended West High School. Cory served his country in the Army
Reserves. Cory married his sweetheart, Kristine Alexander on January 18, 1985.
Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Cory had a talent for
helping people and dedicated endless hours serving his family and friends.
Cory was very mechanically inclined and worked for TDK Auto Services in Twin
Falls, Idaho and previously for Sutton and Sons of Ketchum, Idaho. Cory is
survived by his wife Kristine Simpson; and children, daughter Jamie and Dustin
Patterson of Boise, Idaho; son Scott Simpson of Boise, Idaho; parents Robert
Jay and Kathleen Simpson of Idaho Falls, Idaho; brothers Ben J. and Mindy
Simpson of Wasilla, Alaska; Brad S. Simpson of Lahaina, Hawaii; grandmother
Edith Madsen Simpson of Leesburg, Florida; grandchild Kourtney Ann Patterson
of Boise, Idaho. Cory was preceded in death by his grandparents; Harry J.
Simpson, Fern and Phyllis Truscott. Funeral services will be conducted on
Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Richfield L.D.S. Church by
Bishop Charles Tree. Burial will be in the Richfield Cemetery. Family members
and friends may call on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the
church. Funeral services are under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service in
Shoshone, Idaho.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Stapley, Alexander DeeEl           
Alexander DeeEl Stapley 1999 ~ 2005 CENTERVILLE-Alexander DeeEl Stapley, age
6, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2005. Alexander was born May 4, 1999 in
Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Jeff and Catherine Hansen Stapley. His
parents and siblings, Andrew, Rebecca and Christopher love him very much and
will miss him a lot. Alex was always happy. He enjoyed being with others and
playing games with his brothers and sisters. Alex has a strong testimony of
the love of Jesus Christ. He enjoyed attending Primary, especially singing
songs and listening to stories about Jesus. Alex was also very patient with
family members and others as we learned to understand his communications with
us. Alexander was very tough when it came to recovering from the many medical
procedures he had in his short life. Alex was a great delight to his
grandparents, Lamar and Elaine Hansen and Norma and DeeEl Stapley, and his
aunts, uncles and cousins. They all love him dearly. Alexander enjoyed his
school teachers, classmates and especially his bus drivers. They all cared for
him and taught him many things. He loved them back for all their service.
Alexander's family is proud of how he completed his mission here on earth and
we know that he will be able to complete his mission in Heaven with honor and
a new freedom from this earthly limiting body. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, November 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Centerville 19th Ward Chapel,
900 South 400 East. Friends and family may call Wednesday evening from 6:00 -
8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and
Thursday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services.
Interment-Centerville City Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Deseret News on 11/15/2005.

Thomas, Ruth C.          
Ruth C. Thomas "Grandma Ruth" Ruth May Clegg Thomas passed away November 14,
2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th, 1917
in Magna, Utah. She was the oldest of five children born to Stella May Hick
and Alfred Clegg. Ruth's great grandmother was a member of the Martin Handcart
Company. She came from hardy pioneer stock and displayed these characteristics
throughout her life. She graduated from Cyprus High School and loved it when
the "C" was lit on the Oquirrh Mountains for special events. She graduated
from the Excelsior Beauty College and ran her own beauty shop located in back
of her parent's home for many years. She married her high school sweetheart,
Dixon, on Aug. 1st 1936 at the City & County Bldg. Ruth was a member of the
LDS Church where she held many positions including Primary President, MIA
President and Jr. Sunday School Teacher in the Pleasant Green 1st Ward. She
lived at the same home for 47 years until the death of her husband. She then
moved across the street from her daughter and son-in-law and lived there for
the next 17 years. She loved to go to her club of lifelong friends for over 50
years. She also bowled in several leagues at The Copper Club, Rancho and
Delton Lanes with her husband. She worked at The Arctic Circle in Magna for 16
years for her good friend, Helen Gust and she still thought their
cheeseburgers were the best in town. Ruth leaves behind her only daughter,
Geraldine "Jeri" Gust and her husband, Johnny; her grandson, Cory (Lisa);
granddaughter, Trisha (Ted) Christensen; her great grandchildren whom she
dearly loved: Nathan, Natalie, Brianna, Brady & Brook; also her brothers,
Raymond (Sandra), Rusell (Bertha) Clegg; sister, Betty Eyre; and
sister-in-laws, Julia Clegg & Beth Turpin. She was preceded in death by her
husband; parents; and brother, Earl Clegg; and in-laws Erroll Wana & Allen
Thomas. The last four years of her life she had many wonderful caregivers:
Magda, Carmen, and Rina, who took such great care of her in her home and The
Highland Care Center and Applegate Hospice. Funeral services will be held 12
noon Thursday, November 17, 2005 in the Magna Central Stake Center, 8181 West
3320 South. Friends may call both Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 11-11:45
a.m. at the church. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Directors: Peel
Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent from www.peelfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Deseret News from 11/15/2005 - 11/16/2005.

Walton, Linda Nell       
Linda Nell Walton 1946 ~ 2005 Linda Nell Walton, 59, passed away Wednesday
November 9, 2005 at her home in Woods Cross, Utah. She was born January 23,
1946 in Vivian, Louisiana the daughter of William "Slim" and Mattie Keathley.
She was raised and educated in Corpus Christi, Texas. Married Johnny Murry III
in 1964, later divorced. Married Larry Greenhalgh in 1976, later divorced.
Married Wayne R. "Dick" Walton March 16, 1991. Linda was a member of the
Baptist Church, and past member of L.O.E. BPOE Lodge. She loved to read and
tutor children. She enjoyed spending time in the mountains. She was a
wonderful cook, loved to entertain and had a contagious laugh. She loved
spending time and talking to her family and became a friend to everyone she
met. She is survived by her husband Dick, daughter Kimberly (Kevin) R. Neagle,
son Anthony (Tonya) Greenhalgh, step daughter Lorry (Jed) Titmus, step-sons
Dean (Robyn) Walton and Allan Walton, nine grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren. Also survived by her brother Richard (Ruth) Keathley and
Mary Beth (John) LaCourse. Preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
Friends may call Thursday November 17, 2005 at 12:45 p.m. with memorial
services at 2:00 pm. at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. In lieu
of flowers donation may be made to the Olene Walker Reading and Literacy
Legacy Fund in the College of Education at the University of Utah. e-mail
condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Deseret News from 11/15/2005 - 11/16/2005.