OBITS: Deseret News 27 Nov 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah text formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Anderson, Wilma Luke Wilma Luke Anderson 3/14/14 ~ 11/25/05 Ivy Wilma Luke Anderson, 91, passed away November 25, 2005 in Salt Lake City. She was born March 14, 1914 in Junction, UT and married Victor Anderson Oct. 14, 1938 in the Manti Temple. He died January 3, 1959. Survived by children, Steve (Ursula), Ivy (Erv) Burkhardt, Hardy (June), Dan (Linda); siblings, Rosella Johnson, H. Alan (Janet) Luke, Retta Taylor; 18 grandchildren; 64 great-grandchil-dren; one great great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 10 a.m. at Meadowbrook 2nd Ward, 1250 W. 4375 So. (Atherton Drive). Friends may call Monday evening from 6-7 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State and at the church Tuesday morning from 9-9:45 a.m. Burial in the Junction, Utah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please do something for a loved one. www.Jenkins-Soffe.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Behunin, George Harold George Harold Behunin 1912 ~ 2005 George Harold Behunin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away at 93 years of age Wednesday, November 23, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. George was born March 12, 1912 in Roosevelt, Duchesne, Utah and was the son of George Albert Behunin and Mary Biddlecom Behunin. George married Velda Hartle June 24, 1935 and they were later sealed in the Manti Temple June 9, 1942. They were the parents of 10 children. George was a missionary at heart. No person could brush shoulders with George without hearing about his unfailing faith in God and his church. George and Velda served 13 full-time and stake missions. George worked as a foreman in the coal mines in Carbon County, Utah and later retired from the Salt Lake City School District as a building engineer. All who knew George were familiar with his incredible ability to tell a story, his devotion and faith as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, his entertaining sense of humor, and his valiant spirit. It was George's goal to live to be 150. He always said that if he lived to be 100, the odds were in his favor. "After all," he often added in his typical wit, "there aren't too many who die between 100 and 150!" At the beginning of 2005, George made a resolution to stick to a very strict schedule: "If I eat when I'm hungry and drink when I'm dry, and I stick with this schedule, I'll live 'till I die!" George truly did "live" until he died. He farmed his entire back yard, on a quarter of an acre lot through October of this year. He shared his harvest of fruits and vegetables with family and friends. George will be most remembered for his story telling. He had a gift for weaving a moral into every story. He loved to memorize poetry, and was an avid reader of the scriptures. He accepted the challenge to read the Book of Mormon before the end of 2005 and finished it one month after starting. George was preceded in death by his wife, Velda Hartle Behunin; his brothers, El, Clyde, Ivanhoe, Joe, Willey, and Henry; and his sister, Jessie. He is survived by his three sisters, Nina Goodrich, Jenny Jorgenson Simms, and Marjorie Biggs. He is also survived by his 10 children and their spouses Mr. and Mrs. Max Behunin (Sally) of West Valley, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Tucker (Jessie) of Duchesne, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. George Frank Behunin (Joan) of Bountiful, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. John Behunin (Linda) of West Valley, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Stipe (Marilyn) of Missoula, Montana, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Behunin (Judy) of Orem, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harper (Clarnell) of American Fork, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Behunin (Chris) of West Jordan, Utah, Mr. and Mrs. Craig Sudbury (LeeAnn) of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Mr. and Mrs. Rex Behunin (Jana) of West Valley, Utah. George was the proud grandfather of 60 grandchildren, 113 great-grandchildren, and 11 great great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in the LeGrand Ward building at 1078 South McClelland Street (1040 East) in Salt Lake City, Utah Wednesday, November 30, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. Friends may meet with the family at Myers Mortuary, 250 North Fairfield Road in Layton, Utah Tuesday, November 29 from 7-9 p.m. and one hour prior to the funeral service at the LeGrand Ward meetinghouse. Interment will be at the Wasatch Lawn Cemetery at 3401 South Highland Drive in Salt Lake City, Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Berry, Dale Lewis Dale Lewis Berry 8/19/57 ~ 11/20/05 Our beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend, Dale Berry, returned to his Father in Heaven unexpectedly. Dale was born in American Fork, Utah to Lewis Berry and Betty Johnson. He served in the Utah National Guard. Active member of the LDS church, where he served a mission to Equador. Married and sealed to Cecilia Manrique, December 10, 1988 in the Salt Lake Temple. Graduated from BYU with a BS Degree, and a Master Degree from Utah State. Taught part-time at Westminster College. Dale was a devoted father to his daughter, Fawn, and a loving husband. He cared for everyone whom he associated with, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Survived by his wife, Cecilia; daughter, Fawn; parents, Lewis (Allyson) Berry and Betty (Rex) Nielsen; brother, Duane; sister, Rochelle (Greg) Beutler and many extended family in Colombia and Utah. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 28th, 11 a.m. at Welby 7th Ward, 4800 W. 8385 S. A viewing will be held Sunday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Road and one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Camp Williams Memorial Park, 17111 S. Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Bridges, Urebia Urebia Bridges "Pam" Our beloved mother, Urebia "Pam" Bridges, passed away Nov. 23, 2005. She was born November 15, 1944 in Lawrence, Michigan. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Pam is survived by her children, James (Shauna) DeBoe, Eddie (Juana) Bridges, Paula DeBoe, and Jackie (Barry) Smith; sisters, Francine Davis and Deborah Jeffries; three brothers, Anthony Davis, James Batton, and Frederick Davis; 10 grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lulu Davis. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 29, 1 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1090 So. State, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 1340 East 500 South. Condolences may be sent to the Bridges family, c/o of Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, SLC, UT 84111. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Chambers, Flora Tanner Flora Tanner Chambers 1921 ~ 2005 Flora Annie Tanner Chambers was born in Grouse Creek, Utah to Allen Raymond Tanner and Sarah Grace Wakefield Tanner June 11, 1921. In the same graceful way that she lived her life, she left us on November 22, 2005, the victim of multiple injuries she incurred in an automobile accident the previous day. It is significant that part of her last day was spent serving other people as a Volunteer at the McKay-Dee Surgical Center as she had done for a number of years. From the time she was a small girl, Flora was devoted to her family and to her church. She served in many church positions throughout her life, including a calling to the Northern California Mission in 1962. She was a loving daughter, a caring sister, and a beloved aunt to her brother's children. Her compassion extended beyond family and she was quick to put aside her own wants to minister to the needs of others. She and Don Chambers were married and sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1970. In 1978, they were called to serve as temple workers at the Washington, D.C. Temple. That was the beginning of 12 years of continuous temple missions. After eight years in Washington they were reassigned to the Los Angeles Temple and then the St. George Temple. When they returned to Ogden she continued to be active in temple work. Flora is survived by one brother, Lewis (Evelyn), whom she has faithfully visited and given comfort to during his ongoing illness; the eight children of her three brothers; and her sister-in-law, Gaylia Tanner. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Wayne Tanner and Harvey Tanner; her sister, Alta Clucas; and brother-in-law, Bill Clucas. Flora is also survived by four of the five children she acquired through her marriage to Don, David (Cheryl) Chambers, Loretta (Vern) Rice, Rhonda (Denny) Osborn, Norma (Scott) Jensen, and Sharon Chambers, the spouse of a deceased son, Jack Chambers. Other survivors are numerous Chambers grandchildren and great-grandchil-dren. Flora also leaves many dear friends whose lives have been enriched by their association with her and who will be comforted by knowing that she is at rest and in the place where she was meant to be. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff at the McKay-Dee Critical Care Unit for their excellent care and compassionate service to Flora for the short time she was there. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Ogden LDS 3rd Ward, 15th Street and Washington Blvd, with Bishop Stuart Reid, conducting. Friends and family may call one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd. Funeral directors, Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/28/2005. Cook, Robert Virgil Robert Virgil Cook 1920 ~ 2005 Robert Virgil (Bob) Cook passed away at his residence in Provo, Utah November 23, 2005 from natural causes. He was 85. Bob was born in Provo March 21, 1920 to Joseph Franklin and Zina Nielson Cook. He is survived by his sister Victoria Cook Warnick and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He graduated from Provo High School in 1939. He played basketball, football and track while in high school. Throughout his life, Bob loved sports. He worked for Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company for two years, the Union Pacific Railroad for four years, and Telluride Motor Service Station for one year before working 35 years for Geneva Steel Company as a machinist and drill press operator. He retired in 1982. He was friendly to everyone he met. He was a devoted son and took care of his widowed mother until she passed away in 1975 at the age of 99. Bob was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, attending the Bonneville 3rd Ward. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 30, 2005, at 2:00 p.m., in the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, 185 East Center Street, Provo. Friends may call at the Mortuary one hour prior to services. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Copeland, Wodrow W. Woodrow W. Copeland 1918 ~ 2005 Woodrow W. Copeland, MD, age 87, passed away November 22, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born June 27, 1918 in East (Tatum) Texas to John Fletcher and Lillie Sholston Copeland. He received his early education in East Texas. He served in the Air Corps during World War II, and later met and married LaRue S. Smith in Logan, Utah while stationed with the Air Corps; later divorced after 43 years of marriage but remained good friends until her death in 1998. Together they had three children, two boys and a girl. Following the war, he graduated from the California College of Mortuary Science in Los Angeles, California. After obtaining his funeral directors and mortician license, he decided to pursue a career in medicine. Woodrow graduated from Utah State Agricultural College (Utah State University) with his undergraduate degree, and soon thereafter, entered the University of Utah medical school. He was elected to the Phi Beta Pi honorary society while pursuing his medical degree. He served a one-year internship at the Holy Cross Hospital, and three additional years of residency training in radiology at the LDS hospital. Upon completion of his medical training, he accepted a position as a radiologist with the Montana Deaconess Hospital in Great Falls, Montana. He soon returned to Salt Lake City to join the radiology staff at the LDS Hospital, where he served out the remaining 25 years of his professional career. Woodrow lived a rich and rewarding life. He had a passion for playing golf and was fortunate enough to be able to enjoy his favorite sport until the very end of his life. Remember Dad, "The grass is always greener on the other side; see you on the 19th hole!" We love you and miss you so much. He is survived by two children, Karen Copeland Rynders (Richard) of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Neal G. Copeland (Nancy) of Ijamsville, Maryland; four grandchildren, Marnie and Matthew Copeland, Austin and Annastasia Copeland-Rynders. Also survived by one sister, Wilma Adams; and one brother, J.C. Copeland. Preceded in death by wife, LaRue S. Copeland; son, John Scott Copeland; and grandson, Affin W. Copeland-Phillips. Honoring the request of the deceased there will be no public funeral service. Cremation and interment services carried out by Larkin Sunset Lawn Mausoleum and Cemetery at 2350 E. 1300 S, Salt Lake City, UT. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Cuskey, David Allen David Allen Cuskey 1948 ~ 2005 David, 57, passed away at his home Wednesday, November 24, 2005. He was born to Geraldine and Frank Cuskey Sept. 9, 1948 in Hideaway Park CO. He retired from Kennecott. David had a heart of gold. He always wanted to help someone, never thinking of himself. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Survived by his mother, Geraldine; sister, Diane; two brothers, Gary and Jerry. As David wished, he will be cremated. May God be with you and the angels watch over you. www.Jenkins-Soffe.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Dawes, Howard Marvin Howard Marvin Dawes "Grandpa" 1929 ~ 2005 Our dear husband, father, brother, friend, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away November 25, 2005 at the age of 76. He was born April 14, 1929 to Murel Bridges and Curtis Wesley Dawes in Garfield, Utah. He married Shirley Ann Peterson November 30, 1951; later solemnized in Salt Lake Temple. After the death of his sweetheart, Shirley, he later married and was sealed to his friend, Bun Parry, who he has loved and enjoyed the last few years of his life. Attended Murray High School, then joined the Navy in 1945 and served his country during World War II. Howard retired after 30 years at Hercules as the electrical maintenance supervisor. He was an active and faithful member of the LDS Church and held many callings. He was devoted to his family and was always there to support them. He was an avid sports fan, especially when it came to his Utes. He was also an avid bowler and coached his sons and grandsons in baseball more than 20 years. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Shirley; and two brothers. Survived by his wife, Bun; children, Les (Patti), Evelyn (Ray) Beckstead, Kent (Barbara), Janice (Davis) Richards, Craig (Andrea), Greg (Tonja), and Kelly (Katrina); 22 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; five stepchildren; 41 step-grandchildren; two brothers; and three sisters. Thanks, Dad, for all the good times, life lessons, and the good example you've been for us. We love you! Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 12 noon at the Granger 6th Ward, 3274 Hillsdale Drive. The family will receive friends at a viewing Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and one hour prior to the services at the Ward. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/28/2005. Edwards, Launcelott Leon Launcelott Leon Edwards 9/10/1903~11/15/2005 Launcelott Leon Edwards, our loving father, died Nov. 15, 2005 at 102- -years-old in San Leandro, CA. He rejoined his beloved wife and loving family, who have gone before him. Leon was born September 10, 1903 in Beaver, UT to David and Eliza Ann Sheraton Edwards. He married Florence LaVon Edwards June 23, 1950. They were later sealed in the Jordan River Temple. He was a High Priest and an active member of the LDS Salt Lake Valley Deaf Branch Ward. Leon retired from Sweet Candy Company, where he worked for 24 years. He is survived by his two daughters Ruth L. Foreman, San Leandro, CA and Linda Stowe, Midvale, UT; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his loving wife, LaVon, and his daughter, Devona Eckersley. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 So., where friend and family may call one hour prior to the services. Interment at Larkin Sunset Lawn Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Elledge, Charlie Ann Charlie Ann Elledge "Chuck" Charlie passed away Monday morning from heart failure awaiting a kidney transplant. She was a wonderful daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece and friend. She touched many hearts and is remembered by all who met her. Charlie was admired for her fiery spirit, compassion, fight to live and desire to help others through their trying times. Charlie will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her and by the ones she dreamt of helping. Charlie loved crafts, watching movies with Mom and music, but her passions were her horses and wanting to share their healing power with others. 4-H and giving riding lessons. She moved to Utah in 1994. Charlie is survived by her mother, Diana Elledge, Utah; step-father Brad Nuttall; father, Rodney Elledge; step mother, Pam; grandparents; sisters; brothers; many aunts and uncles; nieces; nephews; cousins and pets all from Oregon. Preceded in death by her grandfather. A special thanks to all the people who stood by Charlie trying to help make her dreams and wishes come true and who continue to stand by us. Funeral services, Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 11 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., where friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Mon. and 1 hour prior to services on Tues. Internment Lake Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Charlie Elledge memorial fund at any Wells-Fargo Bank. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Ericson, Erwin Louis Erwin Louis Ericson "Red" BOUNTIFUL - Erwin Louis Ericson, 83, died peaceably at the home of his daughter November 23, 2005. Born June 6, 1922 in Salt Lake City to Russell and Louie Tye Ericson. Married Shirley Mae Cluff May 23, 1949 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was a welder for Allen Steel for many years. He was a private in the Army serving in Europe and fighting in the Battle of the Bulge. Survivors, three children, Russell, Bountiful, Richard (Colleen), Kearns, Mike (Shelley) Wheeler, Bountiful; 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchil-dren; and many cousins. Preceded in death by his wife, and his parents. We appreciate Affinity Hospice; Beth and Mary for their help and care. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday Nov. 29, 2005 at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. where friends may call Monday Nov. 28th from 6-8 p.m. and Tues. 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Lakeview Memorial Estates, Bountiful with military honors. Email family condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Farnsworth Jr., John A. John A. Farnsworth, Jr. 1929 ~ 2005 John A. Farnsworth, Jr. of Farmington, Utah passed away November 23, 2005, in Las Vegas, of natural causes. He was born July 14, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah to John A. Farnsworth and Lovina Earl. He was a graduate of Granite High School in Salt Lake City. He served in the Army during World War II, landing at Normandy Beach on "D" day, then proceeded through Northern France, the Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe campaigns. He married Geraldine Jackson in September 1947; later solemnized in the Los Angeles Temple. She survives him in death. He was an active member of the LDS church and held the priesthood in good standing. He worked for Young Electric Sign Company for 38 years in both Las Vegas and Utah as a foreman. John enjoyed golf and lapidary and was active in gem clubs in both Utah and Las Vegas. He loved spending time with his extensive family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Richard; and a grandson, Little Michael. He is survived by his seven children, Susan (Stephen) Burton, Las Vegas, Christine (Michael) Jones, Phoenix, Gloria Vallette, Farmington, John A. Farnsworth III, and fiancee (Sherrie), Ogden, Clara (Russ) Hickam, West Valley City, Brenda (Wayne) Hadley, Huntsville, and Preston (Dawn) Farnsworth), Las Vegas. He is also survived by 27 grandchildren and 30 great-grand-children. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, November 30, 2005, 1 p.m. at the Canyon View Ward chapel, 850 North Compton Rd. (300 W.) Farmington, Utah. Friends and Family may call Tuesday, November 29, 2005, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Russon Brothers Farmington Mortuary, 1941 North Main, Farmington, Utah and Wednesday from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment at Farmington City Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Fautin, Jeneall Thorne Jeneall Thorne Fautin 1925 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Jeneall Thorne Fautin was reunited with her Heavenly Father November 25, 2005. Born September 13, 1925 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. She attended Pleasant Grove High School where she met her husband, Teddy Wayne Fautin. They became high school sweethearts and were married April 19, 1944. Their marriage was solemnized August 18, 1964 in the Salt Lake Temple. Jeneall's life was comprised of her unending devotion and love to her family and church. She worked tirelessly in her church callings including relief society president on the ward and stake levels. She and Teddy served as ordinance workers in the Denver temple. Jeneall spent countless hours compiling a wonderful family history. Jeneall leaves behind an example of service and love that will not be forgotten, a legacy her family will always strive to honor. Survived by husband, Teddy; their daughters and spouses, Pauline and Ben Behunin of Taylorsville, Jeanne and Keith Joseph, Jr. of Sandy, and Judy Miller of Murray; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, November 29th, 12 noon at the Sego Lily Ward on 10310 S. Ashley Park Dr. (2130 East) in Sandy. A viewing will be held Monday evening, Nov. 28th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. and Tuesday morning, one hour prior to services. Internment: Pleasant Grove City Cemetery, 70 South 100 East. Funeral directors, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Gregory, Mary Ethel Eccles Mary Ethel Eccles Gregory 11/27/25 ~ 2/22/05 Happy 80th Birthday! Standing ovations for your Stellar performances go on. Save us seats for extended run. Huck, Vicki, Walt & Suellen Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Hagen, Dorothy Dorena Dorothy Dorena Hagen 1923 ~ 2005 Dorothy Dorena Hagen passed away at her home November 24, 2005, surrounded by her family. Dorena was born in Heber City, Utah in 1923. Dorena lived her life as an example of righteousness as she loved and served her God, her family and her friends. Dorena's greatest joy has been her family, and after raising her six sons and one daughter, had her granddaughters Nikki and Alisha, live with her, and then her great grandson, Riley, who was her pride and joy the last 18 months of her life. Her joy can now be complete as she is reunited with her eternal companion, Verne. Dorena and Verne were married December 27, 1941; and later sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Dorena served as ward organist and, Relief Society President as well as many other callings. Dorena is survived by her children, Larry (Connie), Verne (Faye), Bruce (Devera), Allen (Crystal), Kevin (Kathie), Kim (Ruth), and Kathy Garner, and by 29 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren; brother, Herman (Marge) Hunsaker; sister, June Richards. Preceded in death by husband; grandson, Robert Scott Hagen; brother-in-law, Dale Richards. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 28, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the LDS Stake Center, 1106 East 8055 South. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State Sunday 6-8 p.m. or Monday at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Harman, George Emery George Emery Harman 1922 ~ 2005 Our dear husband, father, and grandfather, George Emery Harman, passed away at the age of 83, November 26, 2005 at his home in South Jordan, Utah. He was the second child of John D. and Vera E. Harman. George was born October 2, 1922 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He served on a submarine in the Navy during World War II. He married the "Love of his Life" Joyce Emery Harman September 23, 1947. They were married for 58 years. He worked for the Salt Lake County Highway Department until he retired. George was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. George is survived by wife, Joyce; and their five children, Dave (Laura) Harman, Valerie Harman, Rex (Sandy) Harman, Joel Harman, Robert (Terry) Harman; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Irene Murdock. Preceded in death by his parents; one son, John Harman; and one granddaughter. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 1 p.m., 1007 W. South Jordan Parkwy (10600 So). Where friends and family may call Monday, November 28, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service Tuesday. Interment, South Jordan City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/28/2005. Hecko, Priscilla Priscilla Hecko 1911 ~ 2005 The angels are smiling this date, November 23, 2005 because Priscilla has joined them. Born March 16, 1911, in Negaunee, Michigan. The daughter of Ida and John Honka. Preceded in death by husbands William Johnson and Erland Hecko, daughter Barbara Khoury, son-in-law Kenneth Perryman, son-in-law Raymond Khoury, grandson Scott Stewart and great-granddaughter Elizabeth Khoury. Those who are blessed to have shared her life are sister, Theresa Krook; daughters, Joanne (Jody) Stewart and Peggy Newbold; grandchildren William Stewart (Julie), Joseph Stewart (Lisa), Kevin Khoury, John Khoury, Kent Khoury, Kathe Wind (Martin), Keeley Khoury, Kerrie Silver (Tyler); 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. We miss you, Priscilla, but our hearts rejoice as we know you are now riding free on that white fluffy cloud you always told us about. Special thanks for the help and warm concern of Superior Hospice caregivers Rene Olsen, Tammy Dahlkamp, R.N. and Cadie Andrew. Please join us to celebrate Priscilla's life Monday, November 28, 2005, 1 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. So. Temple where a visitation will be Monday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. prior to the service. Burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 1342 E. 500 South. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Hokafuna, Pauliasi Pauliasi Hokafuna "Will be forever loved" Even in death you are still, very much, a part of our lives. Again another Thanksgiving dinner awaits your return. It has been a long year of grief and sorrow, yet full of hope and sweet memories. Kuo ke mapaki a e foi fa ka ko hoo fofonga ofa e ikai osi hono alaha. Ofa atu Faye, Sabrina and Tuifua, Kalolaine, Meleane, and Sylvia Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Kidd, Wilmer Elliott Wilmer Elliott Kidd "Together Forever" BLUFFDALE - Wilmer Elliott Kidd, 82, died November 23, 2005 in Murray, Utah of natural causes. Born July l6, l923 in Bluffdale, Utah to Bickmore Brigham and Alice Amelia Turner Kidd. Married Hazel Elizabeth Buckley. She preceded him in death. Served in World War II in the United States Army. He was the greatest DAD in the world. Survived by three daughters, Kathleen and Finau Maka, Toni Diane and Dan Arnes, and Wilma and Steve Hall; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; one brother; and three sisters. Preceded in death by one grandson, two brothers and one sister. Graveside services will be held Tues. 11 a.m. at the Utah Veterans Memorial Park 17111 S. Camp William Rd. Bluffdale, Utah. Funeral director, Broomhead Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Kirk, Janice Lee Janice Lee Kirk Best Friend Forever Janice Lee Kirk was born July 12, 1953. Jan was taken from us in a fatal car accident November 23, 2005. She loved spending time with her family, gardening, sewing, music, and people. She is survived by her husband, Mark; son, Steve; and daughter, Chelsie; parents, Trulon and Lula Mae Walker; five sisters, Sherry (Brent), Gayle (Phil), Trudy (Mike), Teena (Ed), and Kris (Randy); and her very special friends, Orva and Mary. In lieu of flowers, a memorial education fund has been established for her children at the Jordan Valley Branch of the Mountain America Credit Union. A funeral service will be held at the Southeast Baptist Church (7200S. 1700E. SLC) Tuesday November 29, at 12 noon, with a viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment, South Jordan Cemetery. Directors, Independent Funeral Service. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Lindquist, Arthur Daniel Arthur Daniel Lindquist 1917 ~ 2005 Arthur Daniel Lindquist, age 88, died peacefully with family by his side after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease November 25, 2005, in Ferron, Utah. He was born August 23, 1917 in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania to Arthur John and Dorothy Martin Lindquist. He married Alice Lucille Nov. 11, 1945. He was a highly decorated World War II veteran, who put his country and his family first in his life. Arthur needed very little, but was a model of service to all who needed his help. Arthur has made many, many friends and will be greatly missed. He is survived by sons, Kent (Peggy) Lindquist, Moab, Utah, John (Marie) Lindquist, Castledale, Utah; five grandchildren; and 14 great-grand-children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, November 30, 2005, 11 a.m. at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights. Friends and family may call Tuesday, November 29, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East, Murray, and one hour prior to services at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary. Interment will be at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery. Family condolences may be sent to www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Loertscher, Connie L. Connie L. Loertscher 1954-2001 Connie, 51, passed away peacefully November 23, 2005 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born June 16, 1954 in Durango, CO to Bud and Kay Delano. She was an artistic person who touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She was always cheerful and loved sports. Survived by her parents, Bud and Kay Delano; brother, Stan (Joyce) Delano; sons, Jason (Melanie) and Clint (Adria) Loertscher; and their father, Dennis Loertscher; grandchildren, Sarah and Ethan Loertscher. A special thank you to Life Care Center of Bountiful and Harmony Hospice for their loving care and compassion. Family and friends may attend a private remembrance at a later date. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. McClellan, Ila Mae Ila Mae McClellan 1915 ~ 2005 Ila Mae McClellan died November 24, 2005 in Salt Lake City. She was born July 1, 1915 to Arthur C. Tousley and Elma Lee Linebaugh in Colorado Springs, CO. She married Leo P. McClellan July 23, 1938 and raised two sons: Gordon K. and Byrl L. McClellan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo, and son, Gordon. She is survived by her son, Byrl (Janice) McClellan, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held Monday, November 28, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Kearns 6th Ward chapel at 4240 West 5215 South in Kearns. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, November 29th at 11:00 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens (10600 S. 1700 E.) in Sandy. The family expresses special thanks to the management and staff of Golden Living Center for their devoted, loving care for Ila in her last years. Arrangements by SereniCare, funeral directors. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. McDonald, Gilbert Alan Gilbert Alan McDonald 1929 ~ 2005 Gilbert Alan McDonald, 76, passed away November 24, 2005 after a fall at home. Born February 11, 1929 in Salt Lake to Arch and Mary McDonald. He married Elaine Feragen Nov. 5th, 1954. He served his country in the Air Force. Attended U of U. Retired from Phillips Petroleum Co. after 35 years. He was a member of the National Ski Patrol for 25 years. He skied for Brighton and Park City. He loved all sports especially skiing and golfing. Survived by his wife, Elaine; his three boys, Mike and Susan of Tucson, AZ; Steve and Lori of Heber City; and Greg and Traci of Salt Lake; three grandchildren, Gillian Leigh, Andrew James and Sophie Anna. Gil requested no services. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. McKenzie, Dan Wilbur Dan Wilbur McKenzie 1925 ~ 2005 HEBER CITY - Our sweet husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend, Dan W. McKenzie, age 80, left his earthly body to return to his Heavenly Father, Friday, November 25, 2005, surrounded by his loving family in Heber City, Utah. He is finally able to walk and run and play. Dan was born March 14, 1925 in Daniel, Utah the son of Wilbur Franklin and Minnie Jeanette Nel-son McKenzie. He married his sweetheart, Jeanine Remund September 1, 1948, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Dan leaves a special place in everyone's heart. He never complained and always had a smile on his face. He taught us all how to have courage and strength in all we do. What a man! He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Jeanine; four children, Dennis (Peggy), Dan (Mickie), Dixie (La-Var) Daybell, Deloy (Vickie); three sisters, Hazel Hedburg, MaryJean (Doyle) Simmons, Billie (Kent) Christensen; brother-in-law, Lloyd (Norma) Remund; 30 grand and 31 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Anita O'Driscoll. Sweetheart, Dad, Pa, until we meet again, you will be in our hearts and prayers, and you will never be far from our thoughts. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 11 a.m., in the Heber LDS 7th Ward, 244 East 400 South, Heber City. Friends may call Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, 288 North Main Street, Heber City, and Tuesday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the LDS Church. Interment will follow in the Heber City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. McPhie, Arlene Arlene McPhie Your Father knoweth what things ye have need of. Matt vi 8 Vera Arlene Jensen Ferguson McPhie, our dearly loved mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away November 22, 2005 from complications related to pancreatic cancer. Her family and a dear friend surrounded her at the time of her passing. Arlene endured much this past 11 months but continually remained optimistic to the end. She truly fought a good fight. Arlene was born April 15, 1935 to Clyde E. and Vera Nielsen Jensen. Arlene married Lowell Gene Ferguson on April 3, 1958. They had three daughters, Elaine, Kathleen and Laureen. Gene and Arlene later divorced. On June 5, 1984, Arlene married Wallace G. 'Wally' McPhie in the Salt Lake Temple and added five children to her family. Arlene was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she held many positions. She also served as an ordinance worker at the Jordan River Temple with her husband, Wally. They loved to travel and planned many places to go prior to his death. Her hobbies included CNN News, reading, crocheting, cross-stitch, gardening, theatre, (especially ballet) and family activities. She had a great love for all animals. Arlene was a leader of her family, and not afraid to do what she believed was right. She loved the hard work her half acre of land challenged her with, as well as the years she spent raising her three daughters as a single mother. She has been a great example to many by living an honest and trustworthy life filled with integrity. Her parents; her husband, Wally; her brothers, C. Robert and Don C. Jensen; and her daughter, Laureen, preceded Arlene in death. She is survived by her daughters, Elaine (Hans) Ruitman, and Kathleen Ferguson; her sister, Lucile (Tom) Owen; stepchildren, David A. (Annette) McPhie, Pamela M. (David) Mulcock, Stephen A. (Karen) McPhie, Karen M. (Jeffrey) Hilton, James A. McPhie; 23 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Jean Jensen. A special thanks for the caring hands and hearts at Residence Care Source. In addition, Dr. Thomas Dietz, her Internist, Dr. Michael Sossenheimer, and Dr. Mark Ott, her surgeon, who always brought a smile to her face. Funeral services will be Wed, Nov. 30, 2005, 12 noon at the Cottonwood Ward chapel (1830 E. 6400 S, SLC). A viewing will be Tues, Nov. 29, 2005 at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 S. State St, 6-8 p.m. and at the ward from 11-11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Internment, Larkin Sunset Gardens 10600 S 1700 E Sandy, Utah. www.Jenkins-Soffe.com Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/29/2005. Miller, Raymond Jensen Raymond Jensen Miller 1912 ~ 2005 On a beautiful, crisp fall afternoon - one perfect for playing a magnificent round of golf - Dad said his last goodbyes and peacefully slipped from this mortal life to go finally BEYOND a beautiful sunset, just like the brilliant sunsets he so loved to share with those he held dear. Raymond Jensen Miller, 92, was born Dec. 25, 1912 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Alfred O. and Antoinette Jensen Miller, one of twelve children and the last surviving. He married Nellie Faye Frost Sept. 14, 1938. He passed away in Salt Lake City Nov. 25, 2005 surrounded by loved ones. He leaves behind that which he held most dear to his heart, his family. He is survived by his children, Michael R. (Marian), Randall F. (Kathy), Toni Wiseman (Paul), Deborah Millerberg (Reid) and James K. (Sara Jo); sixteen grandchildren; son-in-law, Bryan Stevens; brother-in-law, Jack Frost (Dorothy); sisters-in-law, Marie Miller and Ruth Ballew; and by many nieces and nephews, golf buddies, theatre friends and many friends he met along the way. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Faye Frost; daughter, Lynda Stevens; and great-grandson, Casey Cornish. Ray grew up in the East Mill Creek area and attended Granite High School. He worked for his father's business, Intermountain Plating Company, Baldwin Radio, Eitel McCullough and National Theatre Supply Company where he was regional manager. He was an innovator and implementer of new technology in the theatre industry. He installed the first CINERAMA (Todd-AO-Vision in the U.S. (Villa Theatre). After retirement, he went into the theatre business for himself with his son, Randy. He loved the movie theatre business, as it allowed him the opportunity to travel the Intermountain States and also afforded him the time to enjoy another love - the game of golf. He was an excellent golfer and was able to enjoy golfing until very recently. He had ten holes-in-one to his credit. He taught most of his children and many of his grandchildren how to play. In addition to his family and golf, he loved good music, dancing to the Big Bands, kids, square dancing, going to lunch, bowling, BYU Football, the Utah State Fair, mashed potatoes and gravy, getting his hair cut, crossword puzzles and sitting in the sunshine. We will miss his suntanned face, his beautiful white hair, the twinkle in his eye, his jokes and his "me loves you." We love you, too! Funeral services will be held Wed., November 30, 2005 at 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr. Friends and family may visit Tues., November 29 at the mortuary from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Moench, Peter Steed Peter Steed Moench "Master Musician" Peter Steed Moench was born the third of four children to joyful parents February 8, 1982. Twenty-three years later he came home from college for the Thanksgiving Holiday and went all the way home to his Father in Heaven, his too short life coming to a close November 24, 2005. Peter was reared in Salt Lake City, where he graduated from Skyline High School before pursuing his chosen career at the Indiana University School of Music. He earned a Bachelor of Music degree and was polishing his playing skills in the master's degree program in cello performance and as principal cellist in the University Orchestra. "Cel" in Latin means heaven, and the cello is the heavenly instrument that will forevermore bring us fond memories of Peter and a tear to our eyes. Peter had a love of classical music that connected him to past generations and a curiosity for the contemporary that made him equally at home spinning records on twin turntables. An avid reader and a deep thinker, he researched concepts of spirituality, history, politics, environment, and health, and conveyed firmly held convictions to all on his address list who opened their e-mail. He strongly valued the exchange of books and the give and take of ideas on how the world should be with his closest cousin, Marcus Egan. He expressed strong faith that good would ultimately triumph. Special times for Peter included his winning a blue ribbon at the Utah State Fair string competition, boogie boarding with cousins each summer at Oceanside, cheering on Team USA at the Atlanta and Athens Olympic Games, giving tiny nieces the delight of riding on his shoulders and teaching small students techniques of rich cello sound. A wonderfully wry sense of humor was his calling card. His passing leaves an empty chair in the Moench Family string quartet and a deep void in the hearts of his parents, Louis A. and Deborah Moench; his admired brother and sister-in-law, Matthew and Aubri; his much loved sisters, Rebecca and Sarah; his special Grammy Grace Steed; 10 aunts and uncles and their 10 spouses; and 33 cousins. A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he is sealed to an eternal family that includes grandparents, Louis G. and Maevonne Rees Moench and Harold C. Steed, who have predeceased him and welcomed him to his celestial home. All who knew and loved Peter and his family are invited to a viewing at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 So. Highland Dr., Monday, Nov. 28, 6-8 p.m. and at Mount Olympus 10th Ward chapel, 3610 E. 3510 So., Tuesday, Nov. 29, one hour before 12 noon funeral services. Interment will be in Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Peter's final life-affirming gift was organ and tissue donation. Your gift to Peter could be to better someone's life in whatever way you choose. Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/29/2005. Moore, James William James William Moore 4/19/53 ~ 11/25/05 Our beloved husband, father, brother, and friend left this earthly existence and returned to his Heavenly Father surrounded by family and friends. He died peacefully after his courageous battle with brain cancer. Born April 19, 1953 to Carma and Bill Moore in Price, Utah. Graduated from Granger High in 1971. His mission for the LDS Church to Southeast Mexico from 1972-1974 deeply influenced his life. He was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many callings. He loved sports, especially baseball, and was an official umpire for high school and county games. Jim and his wife, Judy, were married in the Oakland Temple February 14, 1987. He loved his wife and children, JD, Paul, Jennifer (Jimmy) Potts and Sara. He was so happy to be "Papa" to his grandson, Evan Wesley Potts. He will be missed and loved by all. He is survived by four sisters, Cheryl (Mike) Keener, Kathryn, Karen (Ken) McNatt, and Susan (Bruce) Watson. Preceded in death by both parents. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, November 30, 2005, 1 p.m. at Heritage Ward, 3960 South 4486 West. The family will receive friends at a viewing Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Moran, Irene Irene Moran 1910 ~ 2005 Irene Florence Lohnes Moran (Mrs. Ralph J Moran) died at Richardson Regional Medical Center, Richardson, TX, November 22, 2005. Irene was born in Pekin, Illinois, August 1, 1910, to William A. and Minnie Hunter Lohnes. She graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University School of Music in Bloomington, Illinois, in 1934, with a BME degree. She was a member of Sigma Alpha Iota Music Sorority and Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Society. She taught music at Mary Hardin-Baylor College for Women, Belton Texas, and Shawneetown, Illinois until she married Ralph J. Moran of Bloomington in the First Christian Church in Pekin, Illinois July 3, 1937. She was a cellist in the Vera Pearl Kemp Ensemble until the Moran family moved to Salt Lake City in August of 1949. She was an active member of Central Christian Church, Granger Community Christian Church, and AAUW (Salt Lake Chapter). From1998 to 2005 in Pittsburg Kansas, she was a member of First Christian Church, Disciples Women and the 21st Century Class. She was a resident of Arden Courts of Richardson, Texas from February 2005 until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 55 years in 1992. Survivors: daughter, Rosemary M. (Gerald J) Corey of Culbertson, Nebraska; sons, Geoffrey H. (Ruth Ann) Moran in Salinas, California and Brian L. (Jan) Moran, Dallas, TX; seven grandchildren; eight great-grand children; and two great-great grandchildren. Memorial service of worship will be held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. at the Granger Community Christian Church, 2600 W. 3800 S., West Valley City, UT 84119. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Granger Community Christian Church or any charity of your choice. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Nay, Adell Roberts Trottier Adell Roberts Trottier Nay "Still Singing" Our loving mother, wife, and sister, Adell T. Nay returned to the loving arms of her Father in Heaven Friday Morning, November 25, 2005. Born February 3, 1924 in Afton, Wyoming to David E and Viola Gardner Roberts. Married Wallace Glenn Trottier August 29, 1947 in the Salt Lake Temple. He preceded her in death. She married John L. Nay July 14, 1984. She left a legacy of love wherever she went. Her passion for music influenced many people far and wide. Her talents included her wonderful voice, Tabernacle Choir and soloist, conducting the Keynote Wo-men's Chorus, ward choir, and teaching. Her deep understanding of the scriptures and literature enabled her to extend wisdom to all the lives she touched. She had many sterling qualities, above all else, her greatest was love. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She is survived by her husband, John Nay; and children, Jay (Becky) Trottier, Jayne (Rick) Clayton, Joye (Gilbert) Blake, Tracy (Tammy) Trottier; many grandchildren and great-grand-children; brothers, David and DeLaine Roberts; sister, Deona Hobbs. Preceded in death by husband, Wallace; brothers, Duncan, Dee, and R. Dean Roberts. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 29, 11 a.m. at the Kearns 14th Ward, 4232 West 5015 South. Friends and family may call Monday from 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the LDS Missionary Fund. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Nesbitt, Beatrice Alma Beatrice Alma Nesbitt "Grandma B" Beatrice Alma Nesbitt, age 79, passed away on November 22, 2005 at home. Born February 1, 1926 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to Stanley and Eva Vance Greenizan. Married Frank Albert Nesbitt on May 29, 1948. He preceded her in death. She spent most of her life in California. The last nine years were spent in Utah. Survived by three sons; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date, directors: McDougal Funeral Home. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Paull, Diane Diane Paull 1956 ~ 2005 Following a 20-month struggle with ovarian cancer, Diane L. Paull, age 49, passed away on November 21, 2005 at her home in Holladay, Utah. Diane was born on May 12, 1956 to Clarence (Vic) and Phyllis Wabbel in Eureka, California. Diane is survived by her husband Jim, her children Stacy, Garrett, and Connor; her father, Vic, sister Dottie Renstrom and brother Lee Wabbel from Red Bluff, California; and her brother Carl from Paso Robles, California. Diane spent her childhood through her teenage years nurtured by her loving and supportive family in rural Red Bluff, California. She moved to Stockton, California in 1981, marrying James F. (Jim) Paull in 1986. Both worked at University of The Pacific. She moved with her family to the Salt Lake City area in 1996. Throughout her life Diane demonstrated a spirited teamwork with her family, friends, and colleagues. She utilized her immense technical skills and common touch with people as a systems analyst and software manager. She loved team sports and engaged in these activities as a youth coach with each of her children. She was a great cheerleader for her family and many friends. She cared deeply about social justice and many political issues. In facing ovarian cancer, Diane lived with hope, determination, and grace. In her last months she spent much time with extended family and friends who now so dearly miss her wonderful, optimistic presence. A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, December 3rd, 11 a.m. at Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Drive, Holladay, Utah. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza #1400, New York, New York 10122; www.ocrf.org/; 1-800-873-9569 or 212-268-1002. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Petersen, Michael Michael Jay Petersen 1954 ~ 2005 I passed away on November 22, 2005, at the age of 51, and returned to my Heavenly Father after a wonderful life here on earth. I was born on August 10, 1954 to Jay Allen and Nancy Ann Jensen Petersen who I love very much. I married my high school sweetheart Ann Nuttall, (The most caring person I have ever known), on May 18, 1973 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. I graduated from Brighton High in 1972 and tried to serve faithfully in the LDS Church. I was employed by the LDS Church, working in the Family History Department since 1973. I loved to learn and help others. I tried my best to be a good husband, father, grandfather and friend. I loved to spend time with my family. I loved to laugh and ride my motorcycle. I had a special love for children and animals. Life, at times, was very hard and painful, but with a lot of love and caring, I learned what was important. It is hard to leave you. But I will be waiting and watching for each of you. I am survived by my eternal companion, Ann; four children, Rachel (Shawn) Wright, Benjamin Michael (Karen), Camille (Gene) Buell, and Laura; ten beautiful grandchildren; my Parents Jay and Nancy; brothers and sisters; Kathy (Ray), Steven (Stacie), Douglas (Cathy), Robyn (Mark), Jill (Rusty), David (Laurie), John (Tammy), Jamie (Jared), Brett (Annie), (Preceded in death by a brother, Scott) and many other beloved family members and friends. The Family expresses deep gratitude to Doctor Lynn Webster and Staff. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 28th 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Midvale LDS Church (1211 East 7800 South). A viewing will be held at the church from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27th and one hour prior to services on Monday. Interment Elysian Burial Gardens. Family and friends may call 801-573-5343. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at any Deseret First Credit Union (Jordan River Branch: 10588 South Redwood Road - South Jordan, UT 84095). Please reference the name "Michael Jay Petersen Memorial Fund". Arrangements by SereniCare, funeral directors. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Pulsipher, Violet J. T. Olson Violet J. T. Olson Pulsipher 1916 ~ 2005 Violet June Tripp Olson Pulsipher, 89, died November 24, 2005, in Murray, Utah, of natural causes. Violet was born June 26, 1916, to Melvin Reynolds Tripp and Stella Mae Anna West in Burley, Idaho. She married Floyd D. Olson on January 13, 1934, in Salt Lake City, and together they had 11 children. One son died in 1946. Floyd passed away in 1974. Violet fulfilled a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Baton Rouse, LA from 1977-1978. She married Clyde C. Pulsipher in 1982; and he passed away in 1986. During her lifetime, she magnified many church callings, culminating as a faithful ordinance worker in the Jordan River Temple. Violet is survived by her children, Shirley (David) Chase, Mantua; Nadine (Kent) Richardson, Riverton; Carrol (Raymond) Hudson, Pocatello, Idaho; Mary (Zane) Curtis, Taylorsville; Geri Bartholomew, West Jordan; Dorothy (Roger) Jensen, West Jordan; Barbara (Curtis) Arrington, Payson; Carl, California; Kathi (David) Fulk, Milwaukie, Oregon; Ken (Emily), Spotsylvania, Virginia. She is also survived by 52 grandchildren; 136 great-grandchildren; and 26 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday, November 28, 2005, at 12 noon at the Murraydale Ward, 6300 South 300 East, Murray, Utah. Viewings will be Sunday 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State, Murray, Utah, and at the church 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial in the Midvale City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Violet requested donations to the Primary Children's Hospital in SLC. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/27/2005. Robbins, Meagan Meagan Robbins Safe at Home Beloved Meagan Robbins returned to her Heavenly Father November 25, 2005 at her home with her family by her side. Born March 9, 1982, Provo, Utah to Ricky David and Angie Black Thompson. Married Brian Robbins June 22, 2004 in the Salt Lake Temple. Meagan attended schools in Lehi and graduated from Payson High School. Meagan played high school volleyball, basketball and softball which she excelled in. She was called to the Bolivia Cochabamba Mission. She worked construction with her father. Meagan also worked as an administrative assistant at Thanksgiving Point. She loved books, reading and animals. Meagan was a very unique individual. She was fun loving, tough, an intense competitor, and worked hard at everything she did. Meagan touched so many lives just by being herself. She had celebrity status. She is a great example of courage and strength and exhibited it during her battle with cancer. Survived by husband, Brian; parents, Ric and Angie Thompson; brother, Tyson; sister, Abbey; brother, Grady Massey; grandparents, Phillip and Mickie Black; and grandmother, Wilda Thompson; adoring nieces and nephews; many brothers- and sisters-in-law; and two yellow labs, Hannah and Hank. Preceded in death by sister, Alex; and her Grandpa Keith David Thompson. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Eagle Mountain Utah West Stake Center, 1330 East Ira Hodges Scenic Parkway, Eagle Mountain, Utah (in Eagle Mountain City Center). Friends and family may call Monday, November 28, 2005 at the Eagle Mountain Utah West Stake Center from 6-8 p.m. and the day of the service from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Cannon Mortuary, Salt Lake Funeral Directors. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Romero, Annette Ulibarri Annette Ulibarri Romero 1956 ~ 2005 Our loving mother, daughter, grandmother and sister, Annette Ulibarri Romero, died November 23, 2005 at her home. She was born December 15, 1956 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Pete and Magdalena Martinez Ulibarri. Annette had a good heart and loved to spend time with her grandkids. She had a great sense of humor and will be dearly missed. She is survived by two sons, Pete and Robert; daughter, Monique; six grandchildren; mother, Magdalena; brothers, Charlie, Lorenzo, Tony, Johnathan, and Martin; sisters, Angelina, Donna, Lolita; aunt Patricia Medina, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 30, 2005, at 12 noon, at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Severson Sr., Jack Woodney Jack Woodney Severson, Sr. 1927 ~ 2005 IVANS, UT - Jack Woodney Severson, Sr., died November 24, 2005, at his home in Ivins, Utah. He was born January 5, 1927, to Charles A. and Loretta Rogers Severson in West Jordan, Utah. Jack served his country in the US Army in World War II. He married Shirley Maynard in August, 1948, in Pioche, Nevada, solemnized St. George LDS Temple, 1965. After her death, he married Effie Maynard Severson in 1996 in the Jordan River LDS Temple. Jack worked at the Nevada Test Site and retired after 33 years of service. Jack is survived by his wife, Effie Maynard Severson; children, Jack Severson of Payson, Utah, Kim, Emmet and Scott Severson and Stacy Ghormley all of Las Vegas, Nevada; step children, Byron Maynard of Ivins, Utah, David Maynard of South Jordan, Utah, Sandi Ross, Darla Tolman and Darwin Maynard, all of West Jordan, Utah, Troy Maynard of Thousand Oaks, California; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; bro-ther, Kenneth Severson; sisters, Norma Carlson and Fern McAbee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Maynard; sister, June Severson; and brother, Darrell Severson. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 28, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Ivins Stake Center, 1040 East 260 South, Ivins, Utah. A visitation will be held prior to services from 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. A second funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 11:00 a.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 S. State Street, Midvale, Utah, with a visitation prior to services from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the South Jordan Cemetery, South Jordan, Utah. Services under direction of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.metcalfmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Toledo, George Ramon George Ramon Toledo 1986 ~ 2005 George Ramon Toledo was born October 1, 1986 in Los Angeles California, to Jorge G. and Sherri Arndt Toledo. George passed away November 23, 2005 in Midvale, Utah. George was a very nice person who was always happy and respected all of his family. He was a very dedicated person and had a lot of plans. He was very intelligent and tried his best in school. All of his aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and especially his parents, and brothers, will never forget him. Our memory of him will always be with us in our hearts. He's now an angel in heaven resting in peace with God and with his Uncle Ramon Toledo. He is survived by parents, Jorge and Carmen Toledo of Syracuse, UT, Sherri Arndt of Ontario, CA; grandparents, Ramon Toledo, Maria Toledo; and siblings, Scott Toledo, Adrian Toledo, Russell (Michelle) Toledo, Luis Toledo. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Claud and Vivian Arndt; and uncle, Ramon Toledo. Mass will be held Monday November 28, 2005, 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 210 South Chapel Street, Layton, Utah. A viewing will be Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary 250 North Fairfield Road, Layton, Utah, with prayer service at 7 p.m. Interment will be at Syracuse City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Wilkins, George Richard George Richard Wilkins 1926 ~ 2005 George Richard Wilkins, 79, died peacefully November 25, 2005 in the Hospice Room of the Veterans Administration Hospital in Salt Lake City, surrounded by members of his family. His death followed a decades-long struggle with Parkinson's Disease. George was born August 3, 1926 in Bluewater, New Mexico to Thomas Wilson and Nellie Bloomfield Wilkins. He was the first of 10 children. He is preceded in death by his sister, Mary. While a student at Brigham Young University, George married Marjorie Gundersen, daughter of Lamont B. and Madeline Gundersen, Oct. 12, 1951 in the Salt Lake Temple. George and Marjorie have four children, Richard G. Wilkins (Melany), Madeline (Carmen Freeman), Marianne (Michael Saltzgiver) and David G. Wilkins (Kristie). George and Marjorie have 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Marjorie preceded him in death August 10, 1997. George married Afton Lovell Pettegrew May 17, 2000 in the Jordan River Temple. Afton is the mother of six children and she has 17 grandchildren. During their time together, George and Afton enjoyed traveling. They journeyed to a UN Conference in Kenya and visited South Africa and Zambia. Last year, they toured China. Other trips included visits to Alaska and church history sites in the Eastern United States. George served three missions for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including one to the Southern States Mission in his youth and later missions to Columbia South Carolina (with Marjorie) and the Family History Center in Salt Lake City (with Afton). George holds an undergraduate degree from BYU and a Masters Degree from the University of Utah. He taught at various elementary schools in the Salt Lake City area from 1953 through 1963, when he was named principal of the Blaine Elementary School. He later served as principal of the Roosevelt, Robert Frost and Granger Elementary Schools prior to retiring from public education. George was an active member of the LDS Church. He was ordained a Patriarch by L. Tom Perry of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1978. He served as a sealer in the Jordan River Temple from 1980 until 2000. Family and friends will remember George's enthusiasm for "special projects." These included gardening, growing Concorde grapes and making juice and jelly, and delivering plates of Christmas candies. He took particular joy searching for geodes and agate rocks he would cut and polish into jewelry for family and friends. Viewing is Wednesday night November 30, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 1007 West South Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah. Funeral services will be December 1, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Cottonwood Heights First Ward, 7075 South 2245 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call one hour prior to the funeral to greet family members. Internment will be at the Mountain View Memorial Estates, 3115 East 7800 South, Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to remember George may consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Hospice Program at the Salt Lake VA Hospital. Published in the Deseret News from 11/27/2005 - 11/29/2005. Workman, Paul Collett Paul Collett Workman 1947 ~ 2005 Paul died in California November 14, 2005. He was born January 28, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah to J. Dean and Marva Collett Workman. He was a graduate of Highland High School and later, the University of Utah, where he won a State award for play writing. He was a gifted actor and loved to build stage sets. He was in the US Marine Corps. Paul had many challenges in life, but we know he loved and cared for his family. The family wishes to thank his angel, Theresa, who befriended him and helped him in a way now one else could. He is survived by his parents; siblings, Mardean (Craig) Merrill, DeAnn (Dorsey) Greene, Janice (Ralph) Harding, Judy (Rallie) Brown, Randy (Tammie) Workman, and Lori (Michael) Gilbert. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 28, 2005 in the Chapel at the Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 17111 South Redwood Road, Bluffdale. SereniCare, funeral directors. Published in the Deseret News on 11/27/2005. Wright, Grayson S. Grayson S. Wright 1936 ~ 2005 Our dear husband, father and grandfather Grayson Smith Wright passed away at the age of 69, November 23, 2005 at his home in Salt Lake City, Utah. Grayson was born June 29, 1936 in Ogden, Utah, the second child of Edna and Wallace Adrian Wright. Family was of major importance to Grayson. His family began January 31, 1974, when he married Mary Ann Bullen in the Salt Lake Temple. In August of 1976 their daughter Abigail was born, and their son Jared Grayson followed a few years later. He cherished the time he was able to spend with his precious grandchildren; Kailey, Cassidy, Grayson and Lydia. Grayson lived a rich and enjoyable life. During his school years he excelled as an athlete. While participating in various clubs and organizations in high school and at the University of Utah, Grayson began many friendships that still continue today. At the age of 20, Grayson's fervent desire to serve a mission was fulfilled when he was called to the Finnish Mission. His love of Finland and sharing the gospel with others have never left him. Following his mission, Grayson finished his education at the University of Utah and became a licensed real estate agent with his father and brother, Wallace A. Wright Jr. He graduated from the University of Utah in 1961 with a BA in political science. After graduation, he enjoyed many adventures. He lived in Israel were he worked in Kibbutz Bur-Kai-e, and agriculture enterprise, and taught diving to children at the swimming pool. While traveling through Europe he watched the Berlin Wall being constructed. He trained with the Peace Corps. in Hawaii and the CIA in Washington DC. After returning to school for a teaching certificate, Grayson was able to fulfill his goal of becoming a schoolteacher. He taught US Government and History at Olympus High School, during the 1965-66 school year. While there he enjoyed working as assistant football coach. Following his marriage to Mary Ann they moved into their avenues home where he spent his life healing the broken, finding the lost, and helping those who no one else would. In 1987 Grayson was called to serve as bishop of the 27th Ward, Emigration Stake. As bishop he loved to fellowship the less active, give priesthood blessings and prepare young men to serve missions. He considered it a blessing to share the gospel with others, both in his home and elsewhere. He loved spending time with family and friends at Bear Lake, St. George and the family ranch in the Uintah Basin. Grayson is survived by his wife Mary Ann; and their two children, Abigail (Jeremy) Cox; Jared (Kalleen) Wright; four grandchildren; three brothers, Wallace (Karen), Kent (Betty), Gary (Ruth); two sisters, Colleen (Jonathan) Dibble, Carolyn (Kimball) Willey. Preceded in death by his parents. A viewing will be held Monday, November 28, 6-8 p.m. at the 27th Ward building, 149 P Street, and Tuesday, November 29, 10-10:45 a.m., at the 21st Ward building, Second Avenue & K Street where funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery. The family would like to thank CareSource Hospice, Dr. Michael Mangelson and Dr. Russell Maxwell. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund. Published in the Deseret News from 11/26/2005 - 11/28/2005.