OBITS: Deseret News 4 Oct 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 Andersen, Dick R. Dick R. Andersen "In Loving Memory" Dick passed away October 1, 2005 peacefully at his home in Murray surrounded by his family. Born June 12, 1919 in Magna, UT to Anton & Mina Bentson Andersen. Married Veva Collett on November 23, 1945; later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Dick served in the US Navy and is a Pearl Harbor Survivor. He worked for Allen Steel 41 years as a shop foreman. Dick was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and magnified his numerous callings. He was known and loved for his strong testimony and story telling. Survived by his wife, Veva; sons and daughter, Dick (Nedra), Dorothy (Mike), Glen; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Hillside Ward, 495 E. 5600 So. Friends and family may call 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and from 12-12:45 p.m. at the church on Wednesday prior to services at the church. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Brown, David Glenn David Glenn Brown 1929 ~ 2005 David Glenn Brown, 75, passed away October 2, 2005. Born December 21, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah, son of Glenn Leighton "Bing" and Francis Anona Dover Brown. Married Naoma R. Brown May 6, 1950 in Las Vegas, Nevada; later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple; she preceded him in death on April 4, 1994. Married his life long friend, Phyllis Curtis Christensen August 3, 1996. He was a car enthusiast and enjoyed camping and fishing with his children. He will be remembered for his keen sense of humor. He was known as "Beatle Bomb" in the trucking industry. Survived by wife, Phyllis; children: Jerry L. (Laura) Brown, Ken L. (Sheri) Brown, Brenda M. (Todd) Pearson, Phil L. (Stacey) Brown, Robert S. (Sharon) Brown, Jim D. Brown, Kathy E. (Scott) Facer; daughters-in-law, Kathy (Danny) Idom, Sheila (Richard) Brannon; stepdaughters, Sharron E. (John) Petty and Merris E. (Lance) Klingler; 39 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Anona Anderson. Also preceded in death by sons: David Wayne Brown and Steve G. Brown; granddaughter, Megan. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 12:00 noon at the Jordan 4th Ward, 3676 West 4700 South. A viewing will be held Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Thursday at the church, 11-11:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Campbell, Lola Emma Atkinson Lola Campbell 1922 ~ 2005 NORTH OGDEN - Lola Emma Atkinson Campbell, 82, died peacefully Oct. 1, 2005 at the Emeritus Estates. She was born December 28, 1922 to Selma Josephine Christensen and Heber Delbert Atkinson in Clarkston, Cache County, Utah. She married Harmon Jay Campbell June 3, 1943 in the Logan LDS Temple. They reared six children. She was a resident of Corinne and Brigham City most of her married life. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings including ward Relief Society president and a ward and stake Primary president. She and Harmon served in the California Ventura Mission in 1986-87. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers and sisters Violet Hauser Hardy, Grant Atkinson; Joseph Atkinson; and Hazel Atkinson Nelson Rose; and a son-in-law, Kirby Giles. She is survived by her husband of North Ogden and children Jeneil (Jay) Hardy of Elwood; Rodney (Julia) of Hurricane; Geraldine (Dennis) Child of Logan; Rita Giles (Bill) Tanner of Fillmore; Jeffrey (Kathy) of Orem; Joel (Jolene) of Lindon; 25 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Thursday, October 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Tremonton LDS South Stake Center, 1150 South Tremont Street. A viewing will be held prior to the services beginning at 9 a.m. Interment will follow services at Elwood City Cemetery. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.rogersandtaylor.com. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Carter, Verdean Ilas Verdean Ilas Carter "Carter" After creating a glorious legacy through family, our father, Verdean Ilas Carter, left this earth October 2, 2005 to rejoin his Heavenly Father proceeding a battle with cancer. Verdean was a very strong, caring and influential man who will be missed more than words can express. He served his country in the Marine Corps, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and his fellow man every day. Married Marjorie Mae Jacobsen in the Salt Lake Temple. He was a hard worker, faithful husband and provider who loved his wife and family endlessly. His legacy includes his loving wife, Margie; 14 children: Daniel (Brighton) Carter, Nichole (Zach) Kesler, Heidi (Bradley) Bernhard, Autumn (Lee) Clay, Shane (Kristie) Carter, Cindy (Jeff) Maughn, Tim (Gabi) Carter, Shauna (Randy) Petersen, Tony Carter, Kelly (Lena) Carter, Debbie Manton, Wendy (Ron; deceased) Tonge, Charles Goode and Rick (Judy) Carter; 33 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; his mother, sister and four brothers; many other family members and friends who loved and respected him very much. The family would like to express their gratitude to all of the healthcare professionals who cared for Verdean. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 12 noon at the Kearns West Stake Center, 6175 Borax Avenue (5820 So.) A viewing will be held Tuesday, 5-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Wednesday at the church, 11-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. We love you so much daddy, we will all see you soon. Published in the Deseret News from 10/4/2005 - 10/5/2005. Christensen, Geniel Johnson Geniel Johnson Christensen 1937 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother and grandmother departed this mortal existence, Sunday, October 2, 2005 and returned to that God who gave her life. She is deeply loved by all who knew her and will be honored eternally by her family. Geniel was born December 19, 1937 in Lynndyl, UT, daughter of Bert Clearance and Mary Nina Ahlstrom Johnson. She was raised in Sutherland, Millard Co., UT and graduated from Delta High School in 1956. She attended BYU majoring in Home Economics. While there she met Shirley Dean Christensen and they were married June 23, 1962 in the Manti Temple. They made their home in Royal City, Washington where they farmed and raised their family. After retirement, church assignments took them to Argentina in 1999-2002 and then to Salt Lake City where they were living at the time of her death. Her family was her life. Seven children were born to them and everything pertaining to children, grandchildren and their activities were her first love. She took great pleasure in attending to every detail regarding her children. One of her sons remembers that she spent much time washing and removing every stain from his football uniform. The coach upon seeing his extra clean uniform suggested that perhaps she could be in charge of washing the entire team's uniforms. She basked in their success and loved to be with them in every activity where possible. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as president of the Primary, Young Women and Relief Society in her ward and in teaching positions in those same organizations. She loved music and served in music callings as an organist for the ward and the Jr. Sunday School. She loved sewing, gardening and her home was a haven for her family and for her extended family as it grew. With her husband they served in the Argentina Resistencia Mission and were serving as ordinance workers in the Columbia River Temple at the time of their call to Salt Lake. She is survived at their home in Salt Lake by her husband, Shirley. She is also survived by their daughter, Laura Armstrong (Tracy) of Strasburg, VA; and five sons, Brian D (Connie) of Royal, WA; Steven A (Sheri), Pasco, WA; Alan L (Cheryl) in Sacramento, CA; Larry D (Katie) of Boise, ID; and Lynn J (Jamie) of Moses Lake, WA; and 27 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a two month old son, Kent A in 1973 and her parents in more recent years. She is survived by three sisters, Della May (Kenneth), Spanish Fork, UT; Evelyn Larsen (Carl), Price, UT; and Eloise Liddell (Joe), Manti, UT; and two brothers, Howard Johnson (Glenda) of Sutherland, UT; Gordon Johnson (Pamela), Santaquin, UT. A viewing will be held Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple in Salt Lake City. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 8 at 11 a.m. at the Royal Ward Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Royal Camp, WA. Interment will be beside her son in the Royal Memorial Gardens in Royal City, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Huntsman Cancer Institute of Salt Lake City, UT or to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The kindness and service of so many during her illness is gratefully acknowledged and our deepest love and appreciation expressed. Published in the Deseret News from 10/4/2005 - 10/5/2005. Clabby, Lorraine Lorraine Clabby "Together Again" On September 29, 2005, at the age of 75, I was reunited with my loving husband, Don, due to complications from bone cancer. I fought hard with the aid of family, friends, and many compassionate health care workers. My twin sister Larene and I were born March 25, 1930, in Malad, Idaho to wonderful parents, Hugh and Sarah Clark. I have many fond memories of growing up with my brother and eight sisters. I married Don Clabby, the most caring and loving man on earth, July 22, 1950. Along with our three daughters we were sealed in the Idaho Falls Temple on May 15, 1962. As an active member of the LDS church I enjoyed many callings; spending time with friends, cooking for everyone and going for long walks. My greatest joy was my family. I am survived by daughters Kaye (Mick) Skola and Dana Clabby; four grandchildren, Lisa (Mike) McBride, Alicia (Tyson) Aiken, Britton Soto, McCall Clabby; three great-grand-children, Brodin and Robert Aiken and baby McBride; sisters, Helen Reese, Beth Hawks, Thelma Daniels, Larene Vaughan, and Anne Peterson. I was preceded in death by my parents, husband, daughter Anne, my brother and five sisters. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday October 8, 2005 at the Mueller Park 4th Ward, 1320 E. 1975 S., Bountiful. Friends may call Friday October 7th from 6-8 p.m. at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. and Sat. 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment Malad City Cemetery, Malad, Idaho. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 10/4/2005 - 10/7/2005. Duggins, Paul Julius Paul Julius Duggins 1913 ~ 2005 GUNNISON, UTAH Paul Julius Duggins, 92, of Gunnison, Utah, passed away October 2, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah, after a long illness. He was born March 11, 1913, in Salt Lake City, to S. Julius and Estella Park Duggins. He married Mildred Baker on January 30, 1940, in Provo, Utah. Paul served during World War II in the U.S. Navy. He retired from Los Angeles Police Department after 21 years of service. He loved fishing, hunting and the outdoors. After retirement, he and his family moved back to Gunnison. He loved Gunnison and was happy to return. He was a member of the LDS church and served as a ward finance clerk for several years. He is survived by his wife, Mildred, Gunnison; daughter, Bonnie Duggins, Salt Lake; granddaughters, Jennifer Olsen, Salt Lake; and Monica (Kenneth) Bell, Salt Lake; and great-grandson, Kenneth Bell, III. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jay (Lucille) Duggins; sisters, Theresa (Waldo) Villard and June (Wendell) Lowry. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 5, 2005, at 12 Noon in the Gunnison 3rd Ward LDS Chapel. Friends may call at the ward chapel in Gunnison on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and again at the chapel on Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Gunnison City Cemetery with military rites by the Gunnison American Legion Post #104. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Ertmann, Helen Lynn Helen Lynn Ertmann 1919 ~ 2005 MIDVALE- Helen Lynn Ertmann, who was raised by her father, Arthur A. Watkins and her mother, Myrtle Frost Watkins, passed away October 2, 2005 at her home at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her father, mother; sisters, Frankie and Nina. Oh what a rejoicing there will be as three loving sisters again come together! Survived by her husband, Ray; sons, Lynn (Linda), Jim (Susan), Bob (Mary); daughter, JoAnn Hanson (John); 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grand-children; one great-great-grand-daughter; brother, Don (Stella); sister, Shirley Keller (Ron); and too many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews to count. Our special lady loved her husband of 65 years, her large extended family, and her young friends of her primary. She enjoyed tent camping, fold-up trailer camping, trailer camping and traveling. She loves her daughters and enjoyed sharing recipes and taking care of babies. Helen loved family parties, outings, and reunions. She loved the many Relief Society sisters of so many years. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Midvale 5th LDS Ward, 8171 So. Jackson Street (255 West). Friends may call at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, Wednesday 6-8 p.m. or Thursday at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Midvale City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Huntsman, Donald Jay Donald Jay Huntsman "1926 ~ 2005" Donald Jay Huntsman, 79, died Sept. 30, 2005 in Salt Lake City. He was born May 14, 1926, in Woodville, Idaho. The son of Evon Wesley Huntsman and Martha Elnora Gifford, he was raised in the Woodville area, having attended High School in Shelley, Idaho. At age 18, he was drafted and served in the U.S. Army (1944-1946) during World War II. He then lived and farmed in the Woodville and Moses Lake, Wash. areas for 20 years with his wife, June Olga Elg. He lived and worked in the Moses Lake area for another 15 years. Since 1979, he had lived in Ogden, Utah; Idaho Falls, Idaho; and the Salt Lake City area with his surviving wife, Esther Elaine Holden. Survivors also include his brother, Max Odell Huntsman of Idaho Falls; sons, Stephen Huntsman of Honolulu, Monte Huntsman of Spokane, Wash., Farrel Huntsman of Moses Lake, Wash.; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and four brothers. He will be missed by all. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 7, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Park 3rd Ward, 8060 So. 615 E., Sandy, UT. Friends and family may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and from 10:00-10:45 a.m. on Friday prior to services. Additional funeral services will be held Saturday, October 8, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Woodville LDS Chapel, 1555 N. 700 E., Woodville, ID, where friends and family may call from 12:00-12:45 p.m. Interment will follow Saturday services at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Shelley, ID. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Jensen, Sylvan Russell Sylvan Russell Jensen 1937 ~ 2005 Father, grandfather, brother, uncle and good friend, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of Saturday, October 1, 2005. Russell is survived by his devoted wife of 42 years, Nellie L. Jensen; his six children, Frank (Cathy) Bost, Danny Bost, Jan (Dan) Knighton, Lora Mortensen (Hector Lopez), Russell (Jenny) Jensen, Linda Clark (Michele Baxter); his 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Sharlene (Chuck) Mitchell; nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held at the Bountiful Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 No. Main, Bountiful, Utah Tue. October 4, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday October 5, from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. followed by a graveside service at 1 p.m. at the Bountiful City Cemetery, 2020 S. 200 W., Bountiful. Published in the Deseret News from 10/3/2005 - 10/4/2005. Marchant, Elloyd Tippet S. Elloyd Tippet S Marchant 1918 ~ 2005 CEDAR CITY- Elloyd Tippets Marchant passed away at his home in Cedar City on Sunday October 2, 2005. He was born February 11, 1918 in Cowley, Wyoming to Hubert Johnson Marchant and Amanda Melvina Tippets Marchant. He graduated from Cowley High School with a degree in football. An enterprising young man Elloyd harvested and sold parsnips, sold and delivered subscriptions to the Denver Post, hauled hay and thinned sugar beets to earn money for school. He attended college at BYU and graduated with a degree in business from the Chillicothe School of Business in Chillicothe, Missouri. He met Shirley Jones, a pretty girl with shapely legs, who had come to Cowley, Wyoming to teach school. They were married May 20, 1940 in the Salt Lake Temple. The couple made their home in Cedar City where Elloyd went to work for his father-in-law, W. Arthur Jones at Cedar Lumber and Hardware Company. Elloyd served in the Navy during World War II and participated in the "Battle of Ft. Lauderdale" meaning he had an office job on the beach in Florida. After the Navy Elloyd and Shirley returned to Cedar City where he founded a new business Cedar Builders Supply which engaged in the wholesale distribution of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling and Electrical Supplies. He expanded the business throughout southern Utah and eventually had businesses in Las Vegas, Nevada; Flagstaff, Arizona and Gallup, New Mexico. Also a builder and developer, Elloyd built and sold homes and developed and built the KOA campground and Holiday Inn Motel in Cedar City. He took an active interest in community and civic affairs serving on the Cedar City Redevelopment Council, the Iron County School Board, the SUU Institutional Council and Foundation Board, and the Valley View Medical Center Board of Trustees. He enjoyed very much his membership in Rotary International; he was a Paul Harris Fellow and served as President of the Cedar Rotary Club. He also was member of the Utah State Building Board and the Mountain States Telephone Company Utah Advisory Board. He received the Cedar City Chamber of Commerce "Total Citizen Award" and Honorary Doctor of Humanities from Southern Utah University. He enjoyed participating in sports in his youth and in later years watching his sons and grandchildren compete. He was one of the founding fathers of Little League Baseball in Cedar City and served as a coach of the Rotary Rangers, one of Cedar City's first Little League teams. Although E. T. never forgot his roots in the Big Horn Basin of Wyoming where he returned as often as possible (he's a high-falootin', rootin, tootin', son of a gun from ol' Wyoming) he really enjoyed living among "Those Mormons" in Southern Utah. He served in numerous Church callings and particularly enjoyed his calling as a home teacher. He says the best thing he ever did was marry Shirley Jones. That marriage resulted in the birth of five handsome sons. Today E. T. & Shirley have 30 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Elloyd is preceded in death by his wife and parents, brothers Donald and Hubert and sisters Rella, Lavon, Floy and Tone. He is survived by his sons, Jeff (Barbara) Cedar City, Don (Jacque) Cedar City, Dennis (June) West Jordan, Eric (Marie) Provo, Chris (Karen) Cedar City; brother Norm (Joan) Bountiful and sister Lillian lives in Lovell, Wyoming. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 6th at 11:00 a.m. in the Cedar 16th Ward Chapel, 1925 West 320 South. Viewings will be held Wednesday, Oct. 5th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary, 190 North 300 West and Thursday 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the 16th Ward Church. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Mark, Matthew John Matthew John Mark 1978 ~ 2005 RIVERTON-Matthew John Mark, died Oct. 2, 2005 at his home. He was born Aug. 1, 1978 to loving parents Ronnie and Nancy Montague Mark. he was a wonderful father, son, brother, uncle and friend. His greatest joy was spending time with his sweet daughter Shaylee. He enjoyed snowboarding and was a very talented artist. His sense of humor and love for his family will always be remembered. He is survived by his daughter Shaylee Ann Mark, parents Ronnie and Nancy Mark, sister Tonia (Joseph) Maere, brothers Michael (Patty) and Miles (Karen), nieces and nephews; grandmothers Erma Montague Pollock and Nelda Mark many other family and friends. Preceded in death by grandfathers Tony Mark and Ross Montague. Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 1:00 P.M. at the Riverton 13th Ward 12852 So. 3200 W. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 P.M. at the Broomhead Funeral Home 12600 So. 2200 W. and Thursday 1 hour prior at the church. Interment Redwood Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Naylor, George Kendon George Kendon Naylor 1926 ~ 2005 CENTERVILLE - George Kendon Naylor, husband, father, granddaddy and brother, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2005. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona December 10, 1926 to Rintha Price and William Earl Naylor. After serving a mission in Eastern Canada, he married Enid Coleman August 25, 1949 in the Mesa LDS Temple. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout, graduated from the University of Utah and worked as an Inventory Manager at Hill Air Force Base. He is survived by his wife; children, Leslie (Don) Terry; John (Tammy); Sidney (LaDell) Winward; Leah (Rodolfo) Saez; Seth and Matthew; 28 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; brothers, William (Frances); Dean (Betty); sisters, Merle Cotney; Nadine (Curtis) Jansen. Preceded in death by his parents and grandson, William. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Centerville 19th Ward Chapel, 900 South 400 East. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 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 10/4/2005. Nielsen, Dorothy Crockett Dorothy Crockett Nielsen 1918 ~ 2005 BOUNTIFUL - Dorothy C. Nielsen, age 87, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. Born August 25, 1918 in Pima, Arizona, the daughter of Hyrum Wesley and Elizabeth Jane Lamb Crockett. Married H. Eugene Nielsen June 26, 1940 in the Mesa Arizona LDS Temple. Dorothy's life was devoted to her family and church. She served four missions, one before marriage and three with her husband. She was also an ordinance worker in the Salt Lake LDS Temple for many years. She loved people and always put others first. Survived by her husband of 65 years; her seven children: Mariet (Lynn) Greenwood, Alpine; Arlene (Lee) Fry, West Valley; Howard (Janet), Henderson, NV; Linda (Tony) Johnson, Helena, MT; Mark (Lyn), Green Bay, WI; Margaret (Quinn) Carroll, Midland, TX; Julie (John) Dennis, Bountiful; 43 grandchildren and 90 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Osmer Crockett, Elmo Crockett, Irene Angle, and Doris Montierth. Preceded in death by two grandchildren, five brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Bountiful 37th Ward Chapel, 1540 North 400 East. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 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-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 10/4/2005. Strout, Paul R. Paul R. Strout "Growlybear" Paul R. Strout died Oct. 2, 2005. He was born in Seattle, Washington on December 26, 1923 to Paul Strout, Sr. and Minette Werner, graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1942 and afterward was inducted into the army. He performed the closing act at the Lyric theatre in Salt Lake City culminating his adventures in vaudeville. He worked at Hibbs Clothing where he was known as Snootz. He attended the University of Utah where he met and married Shirley Hanson and later he owned Paul Strout's Store for men, in Grand Junction, Colorado. He modeled for Ad Photos and acted at Pioneer Theater and Kingsbury Hall. While traveling to Montana as a manufacture's representative he developed an avid interest in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. He rode on "Ole Blue" on the 100th anniversary of the battle. He was an enthusiastic member of the Utah Westerners. He delighted most in his family and was known as Growlybear and Papa. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Strout, daughter Paula Ashcraft (Charles), Richard Strout (Clarese) and Jim Strout (Mindy), eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Heartfelt thanks to CNS Hospice and the VA for their loving care. Funeral services will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church, 1710 Foothill Drive, Thursday, October 6, at 12:00 pm. Viewing one hour prior to service. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 10/4/2005 - 10/5/2005. Tanner, Clay Smith Clay Smith Tanner "Together Again" Clay Smith Tanner, 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away from this life Wednesday, September 28, 2005. He was born November 26, 1918, to Amasa M. and Elizabeth Shaw Tanner. The youngest of 13 children. Clay was a Veteran of World War II, where he served in the Navy on both the USS Hancock and the Saratoga. He served an LDS mission to England. Following his mission, he married his eternal companion, Joan Adams, in the Salt Lake Temple, April 13, 1950. He lost his sweetheart of 52 years, July 8, 2002, following a fall. Clay worked for Frontier Airlines for 30 years and then for the Davis County School District for several years. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served faithfully in numerous positions from Branch President in South Dakota to Home Teacher. He especially enjoyed working at the Bountiful Temple and doing genealogy work. His true passion was his family. In the last years he has truly loved having his great-grandchildren climb on his lap to hear stories of his childhood. He has taught and lived the values of honesty, integrity, and unconditional love all of his life. Clay was preceded in death by his wife; daughter, Linda; parents; four sisters; and six brothers. Survivors include his son, Edwin Tanner (Susanne) of Magna, Utah; daughter, Sande Tanner Smith (John) of New River, Arizona; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Hattie Middleton of Lovell, Wyoming; and a brother, Harvy Tanner of Perry, Utah. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful. Friends may call from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. A viewing will be held Friday, October 7, 1:00 p.m. at the Tanner family plot in Burlington, Wyoming, prior to graveside service. Online condolences at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 10/3/2005 - 10/4/2005.