OBITS: Deseret News 2 Sep 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 Bronicel, Jetta Eustance Jetta Eustance Bronicel 1944 ~ 2005 Jetta Eustance Bronicel passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2005, due to respiratory failure. She was born to Faye Holst and Lemuel John Eustance October 2, 1944, in Murray, Utah. In 1963, she married Ronald Jay Bronicel in the Salt Lake Temple and became a widow in 1978. She is survived by her children Cori Giardiello (Nick), Glade J. Bronicel, and her granddaughter, Kelsi Giardiello. Family and friends may call Monday, September 5, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street, Murray, Utah, and the next day, September 6th at the mortuary one hour prior to the 11 a.m. graveside services at the Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine Street. Jetta has requested that a funeral not be held and that this self-written obituary contain a bare minimum of words. Published in the Deseret News from 9/2/2005 - 9/3/2005. Carter, Clarene Guymon Clarene Guymon Carter 1926 ~ 2005 Clarene Guymon Carter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on August 30, 2005, of natural causes. Clarene was born in Montpelier, Idaho, on April 6, 1926, to Edward Ray Guymon and Ida Geneva Dayley. Her family moved to Logan, Utah, when she was two years old. She attended Utah State University where she met the man she was to marry, Kay L. Carter. They were married on July 12, 1946, in the Logan Temple. They started their life together in Park Valley, Utah, living in a historical family pioneer home. They later built her dream home. Her life there was filled with family, church, and community service. She worked for many years as the Assistant Postmaster for the valley. In December of 1962, they moved to Bountiful, Utah, with their five children. After retiring, they followed her beloved aunts to the Wasatch Manor where she had many wonderful experiences and friends. She worked as a secretary and could type like the wind. She was an efficient and dedicated employee at Utah Sand & Gravel, Environmental Associates, Reaveley Engineering, and the Church Office Building. She was a volunteer in the Family History Center and a security guard for the Church. She loved flowers, especially African Violets and roses. She enjoyed traveling and was able to visit many places in this beautiful world. She served as a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She was devoted to her religion and served in many callings in the Sunday School, Primary, Young Women's, and Relief Society. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Kay; sons, Rulon (Jeanne) Carter, and Arnie (Janna) Carter; and daughters, Gwen (Roger) Davis, and Jane (Terry) Jenkins; 14 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings, son, (Clinton), and granddaughter, (Michelle). Funeral Service will be held Saturday 12 noon at the Liberty 8th Ward, 270 East 500 South, Salt Lake City, where friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. and Sat 11 to 11:45 a.m. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Bountiful, Utah. We would like to thank Hospice and all those who provided her with comfort the last weeks of her life. Directors Independent Funeral Service. Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Erickson, Flora England Stock Flora England Stock Erickson "Together Forever" Flora England Stock Erickson, age 92, died August 27, 2005, in Sandy, Utah. Flora was born July 20, 1913, in Fish Haven, Idaho, to Joseph Pierce Stock and Annie Jane Cottle. She graduated from business college and worked for the U.S. Forest Service, where she met her husband. She married Fredrick Danial Erickson Nov. 11, 1941, in the Logan, Utah LDS Temple. Flora played the piano and accompanied Fred, who was an accomplished violinist. She worked in the organizations of the LDS Church, serving as Mutual (Young Women's) president, Primary president, ward organist and also played the piano for Primary for many years until approaching 90 years of age. Mother was extremely good, kind, and unselfish and always put others' needs before her own. She has a testimony of the Savior and is beloved to her friends and family, to whom she was very devoted. She is survived by her children, Grant, Margaret, Steven, Gay, and Eileen; 20 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, who passed away August 28, 2003; sisters, LaPriel, Margery, Dawna, and Beth; and brothers, Glenn and DeVere. Services will be held Saturday, September 3, at 2 p.m. in the Willowcreek LDS 7th Ward, 2215 E. Creek Road. Friends may call Friday, September 2, 6 - 8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State, and one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Gosdis, Ted H. Ted H. Gosdis The Fly Man "To all the people out there who didn't know me, Don't Read This." August 27, 2005 This will be the last entry in my journal. Everything that I've done in my life was done with great intensity and appetite. I want BIG! - Art, Muscles, Houses, Friends, Family, being Greek. The only thing I'm going to miss is art night with Tony and Nick, and lifting with Rob. I don't care about all the other sh*?t. Me and you Bro! I need Nicky's voice to get me started drawing every day for these cartoons. I'm in top form now, let it reflect on my flies, God willing. Life is a flies view. The Flyman Funeral services Saturday, September 3, 2005, 11 a.m. at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 So. Highland Drive. Viewing will be Friday, September 2, 2005, 6 - 8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at Deseret Mortuary, 36 East 700 South. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery At Ted's request - casual dress only. Online condolences can be sent to www.celebratinglife-ut.com Logo Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Homer, Nicole Caroline Nicole Caroline Homer 1990 ~ 2005 Our Angel daughter and sister Nicole Caroline Homer returned to her Heavenly Father on August 31, 2005, in the loving arms of her parents Kent and Camille Homer. Nicole died on her father's birthday and the eve of her 15th birthday. She was born Sept 1, 1990, in Sandy, Utah. She is the youngest of eight children. Nicole liked tickles, kisses, and being with her family. She enjoyed attending Jordan Valley School where she loved her teachers and friends. Our family would like to thank the staff for their kindness and support. We admire Nicole's example of patience and enduring well many physical challenges. We will miss having her sweet spirit in our home. Nicole is survived by her parents, Kent and Camille; siblings, Lisa (Brandon) Johnson, Beverly, Rachel (Kendall) Schafer, Heather (Scott) Tasker, Benjamin, Natalie and Megan; grandparents, LaRue and Louise Miller of Venice, UT, and Julia Homer of Sandy. She is preceded in death by her grandfather Evan Homer. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the Willow Canyon 8th Ward Building, Countrywood (1700 East) and Buttercup (10100 South) in Sandy. A visitation will be held this Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So., Sandy. The family will also receive friends at the Ward Building from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. Published in the Deseret News on 9/2/2005. Larsen, Robert R. Robert R. Larsen "Bob" The love of my life has began a new journey. Bob passed from this life into a new beginning on August 30, 2005. Born June 2, 1932 to Richard R. and Ellen Jensen Larsen in Salt Lake City, Utah where he attended local elementary and Jr. High Schools and became a graduate of Granite High School in 1950. He joined the United States Marine Corp in 1951 at the age of 19, and retired in 1974 as a commissioned officer with the rank of Major. He served his country during this time in many ways, including serving in the Korean War. His life accomplishments included military service, a work history with the FBI, H.J. Heinz Company, security and family. Bob went back to college at age 62 and at age 64 received his Bachelor of Science in English degree with a minor in Political Science from Weber State University. He was the oldest graduating member of his class. An honor he was very proud of proving "your never to old to do whatever you want". He loved the outdoors, fishing, was an avid skier, and ski jumper as well as an accomplished mountain climber. He scaled the mountains of McKinley, Tetons, Everest, and many others including the Wasatch Front Range. Bob always made life an adventure doing things his way, and appreciative of his home, family (including his doggies), and friends. A life of adventure is the one he promised his wife, Paula when they were married May 28, 1990 in Salt Lake. Together it was their adventure where they built their empire out of love and hard work. Survived by his loving wife, Paula; brother, Gary (Annette) Larsen; sons, David (Barbara) Larsen, Kevin (Lili) Larsen, James Mansell (deceased); daughters, Kathleen (Dean) Dalling, Diane (Doug) Cottle, Erika (Ken) Francis and Stacy (Kurt) Lawrence; 24 grandchildren, seven great-grand-children; doggies, Teek and Shadow; nieces and nephews, and many wonderful friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Ellen Larsen, and one son, James Mansell. Graveside Services will be held Saturday, September 3, 2005 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Memorial Park, 4400 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing prior to the service from 10:00 until 11:45 a.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South. Major Robert R. Larsen, USMC, Retired Semper Fi My Love "Semper Fi" Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Linza, Howard F. Howard F. Linza "Dad, Grandpa & Great-Grandpa" Howard F. Linza, 77, loved and respected dad, grandpa and great grandpa, passed away Sept.1, 2005. He was born December 10, 1928, in Butte, Montana, to Frank Ortanza and Cloda Mae Parrish Linza. Howard married Shirley LaVon Mooney October 11, 1948. LaVon preceded him in death. He married Rita Butterfield on June 9, 1972. Rita passed away July 28, 2001. Howard's greatest love was his family who brought him joy and happiness. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We love you Dad and Grandpa! Survivors: children, Joe (Jann) Linza, Wendy Nelson, Randy (Betty) Linza, Rheta Linza, Debbie (Jeff) Froisland; 11 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brothers, Don (Pauline) Hitesman, Dale (Mary) Hitesman. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, LaVon; wife, Rita; son, Scott; sister, Nellie. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 3, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State where friends and family may call Saturday from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Interment, Herriman City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/2/2005. Marks, Phyllis Spurrier Phyllis Spurrier Marks 1920 ~ 2005 Born October 19, 1920, Basin, WY. Educated in Wyoming, Utah and South Dakota schools. Married George J. Marks March 23, 1941. Preceded in death by her husband George and daughter Diana. Survived by her sons Harlow, California, Jerry and his wife LeAnn, North Carolina, brother Stan Spurrier, Salt Lake City, grandson Jeffrey and wife Roslynn with sons Max and Sam, grandson Greg and wife Lisa with sons Bradley, Josh, Ryan and Andrew and granddaughter Nicole Allgrunn (daughter of Diana) and husband Steve with daughter Caitlyn and son Alex. Phyllis was a convert to the LDS Church in 1951 and was active in the Primary, Young Women, Relief Society and the Cub Scouts. For many years she was a volunteer for the American Red Cross and University Hospital, serving on their board of directors. She was a member of the Willow Creek Country club for sixteen years and the Salt Lake Country Club for twenty. At her request, there will be no viewing or funeral. A private family service will be held. Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. McCall, Neola Zahner Neola Zahner McCall 1921 ~ 2005 Neola Zahner McCall passed into the loving arms of her husband and her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, August 31, 2005. Wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, neighbor and friend, Neola engaged life with a genuine and inspiring love. She will be deeply missed by those whose lives she enriched throughout her 84 years of mortality. Most recently a 20-year resident of Centerville, Utah, Neola Zahner was born to Johann Gottlieb Zahner and Barbara Rosina Stucki on a beautiful spring day in Utah's Dixie, on April 20, 1921. She was the youngest of 21 children. She embraced life and learning, graduating from BYU with a teaching degree and subsequently teaching in New Harmony, Utah. It was there she waited three long years for Walter, her fianc , while he served in the Armed Forces in World War II. Married in the St. George Temple, they settled in Las Vegas, Nevada. There they raised three children. Judy, Gary, and Debbie. While in Las Vegas, Neola was responsible for starting the first government Headstart program in Las Vegas. She then started a Jewish kindergarten program for Temple Beth Sholom. Under her care as Principal, it began as one classroom and flourished into 8. Its reputation was that of the best private kindergarten programs in Las Vegas. It is still in existence today. She left Las Vegas because her husband was transferred to Utah with the Union Pacific Railroad. She has been a volunteer at Lakeview Hospital for over 30 years and received awards for her outstanding work there. She could be found there every Wednesday afternoon, and it was there, on this Wednesday, where sudden heart failure took her from her friends and family here on Earth. Neola dearly loved her family and her temple work. She and Walter worked many years in the St. George and Salt Lake temples. More recently she served in the Bountiful temple. Her legacy passes to her three children, Judy (Dennis) Knoles of Centerville, UT; Gary (Colleen) McCall of Burley, ID; and Debbie (David) Bernhisel of Farmington, UT. Her love will forever be revered by her 14 grandchildren and more than 16 great-grandchildren, as they recall a selfless woman who often taught lessons of pulling taffy, braiding egg bread, and loving without limits. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 3 at the Centerville Chase Lane LDS Chapel, on 1125 North 400 West in Centerville, UT, with Bishop Stanford officiating. Friends and family may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at Russon Brothers Mortuary on 295 North Main Street in Bountiful, UT; or on Saturday from 9:45-10:45 at the Chase Lane LDS Chapel. Interment-Centerville City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 9/2/2005 - 9/3/2005. Northcutt, Phillip Phillip Northcutt 1959 ~ 2005 Phillip Alan Northcutt, born May 4, 1959, returned home to his Father in Heaven, August 29, 2005. Phil was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. Phil was loved by countless numbers of people, and will be remembered as an example of a true loving spirit. As a youth he was an outstanding baseball pitcher, wrestler and drummer. He served in the US Navy and was honorably discharged. Phil was an Elder in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and outstanding Supervisor at Quality Tech., of Sandy, UT. Phil is survived by his wife Rashel; his son Alan Northcutt and daughter-in-law Trudy, their children Skyler, Sierra, and Brooklyn; daughter Amanda and son-in-law Bryce Ivie, and their children Kayla and Kyson. Also, his mother Marlene Mickelson, and father Dennis Northcutt, brothers, Todd Northcutt; Larry Phipps and children Glen, Shaun; RuthAnne, and Rick; Charles Owens and sister-in-law Daphne and their children Hannah, and Halie, one sister, Tonya and brother-in-law Jim Perkins and their daughters Melinda and RaNee. He is also survived by Rashel's loving family of father & mother-in-law, brother's and sister's-in-law, nieces and nephews. Family and friends may join together in visitation Fri. Sept. 2nd from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Chapel at 1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy. South Jordan, UT. Funeral services will be at the LDS Sandy 2nd Ward, 586 E. 8400 S., Sat. Sept. 3 at 11 a.m., following visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. He will be laid at rest at the Provo City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Nugent, Sharon 'In Loving Memory ' Sharon Nugent (Hogan) Killed 02 Sept. 2002 Many a lonely heartache Often a silent tear But always a beautiful memory Of the girl we loved so dear Forever in our hearts you stay Today tomorrow and everyday Where ever we go Whatever we do We will always love and remember you. Missed more than words can say Love always and forever Mum & Dad, Loving son Sean Sisters Yvonne, Bridie, Beryl and Joanne and families xxx Published in the Deseret News on 9/2/2005. Putnam, Robert Lynn Robert Lynn Putnam 1930 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Robert Lynn Putnam, peacefully returned to his Father in Heaven on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, surrounded by his family. Born August 22, 1930, to Ralph A. and Florence Newman Putnam in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bob attended West High School before serving a mission to the New England States. He was proud to have been in one of the last groups of missionaries who served without purse or script. He married his sweetheart Donna Linford on August 20, 1954 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. As an active member of the LDS Church, he served in a variety of ward and stake positions. Bob loved to make people happy, delighted in all types of service, had a great sense of humor, and enjoyed giving children rides on his electric scooter. He also took great pride in his responsibilities as an LDS Hospital volunteer. Bob was a fire fighter and a small business owner, having developed and run numerous Salt Lake businesses. He is survived by his wife of 51 years; children, Debra (Dave) Nigbur, Lynne (Tony) Douros, John (Denise) Putnam, and Frank Yazzie, Jr.; siblings, Stephen (Shirley) Putnam, Gerald (Valerie) Putnam, Jean (Vince) Brown, Gloria Rodgers, Donna (John) Strong; sister-in-law Renae Putnam; 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by brothers Ralph D. and Paul A. Putnam, brother-in-law Paul Rodgers, and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2005, at 12:00 noon at the Rose Park 1st Ward, 1153 West 800 North, where friends may call Friday evening from 6-8 p.m., or the day of the service from 10:45-11:45 a.m. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 9/1/2005 - 9/2/2005. Redford, David F. David F. Redford 1923 ~ 2005 David F. Redford, age 81, passed away August 31, 2005 in Salt Lake City. He was born on November 8, 1923 to Frank and Evelyn Redford. He retired from Kennecott after 35 years. David was a loving husband, father and was greatly loved in return. Special thanks to both Tracy and Dawn for their loving care. Survived by his sister Katherine Young, daughters: Linda Taylor and Janice and Steve Eichbauer, son Dale and Jackie Holt, 15 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Helen and daughter Chauna Middleton. Graveside services will be held on Sunday, September 4, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Association in David's name. Published in the Deseret News from 9/2/2005 - 9/3/2005. Walch, Joseph Harvey Joseph Harvey Walch Together Again Joseph Harvey Walch, devoted brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away in Provo, August 31, 2005. He was born December 15, 1915 in Elgin Oregon. He was the seventh child of eight born to Charles Walch and Emma Weech. He married Jewell Elizabeth Richardson in Boise ID on January 24, 1947. In June of 1947 they were sealed in the Cardston Alberta LDS Temple. Together they raised Jewell's daughter from a previous marriage. A son and daughter were born to them in Idaho prior to moving to Fort Worth, Texas, where another son was born. Joseph served faithfully in his church and loved associations with members. He served as a temple worker in the Dallas Texas Temple. He grew up on a family farm in Rupert Idaho assisting his mother and father. After graduating from the University of Idaho Joseph became a teacher to eight students in a 1 room school house. Eventually his interest expanded to include studies in Aeronautical Engineering. But duty called.. He entered The United States Army serving in the European Campaign during WWII. Upon his return he continued his studies receiving his Master Degree in Design Engineering from Southern Methodist University. His work mainly centered on the design of fighter jets such as the F-111 and the F-4. Work took him to Abilene TX, Denver CO, San Diego CA, St Louis MO, and Tulsa OK. Homes were purchased with the moves and as a result, in later life he found his niche in real estate. He managed his properties in his remaining years. He is survived by a brother, Oscar Walch of Provo; sons, Charles of Arlington TX; David of Provo; a daughter, Gayla (David) Scoll of Los Angeles, CA. 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Jewell; three brothers three sisters and his step-daughter, Arlene. Services are under the direction of Berg Mortuary. They will be held Saturday September 3, 2005 2:00 p.m. at the Oakhills Seventh Ward Chapel, 1038 North 1200 East, Provo, Utah. Friends are calling Saturday 12:30-1:45p.m. at the church. Interment in the Provo City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/2/2005. Winder, Edwin Cannon "Ned" Edwin Cannon "Ned" Winder 1922 ~ 2005 Our dear Ned Winder passed away August 30, 2005, of a heart condition, with his family at his side. He was born June 1, 1922 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Edwin Kent and Alma Cannon Winder. He attended Cyprus High School, before serving a mission in the Southern States. Upon his release, he entered the Navy, where he served his country in World War II. On October 8, 1948, he married his best friend Gwen Layton, in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised seven children. He was very instrumental in the growth and development of Winder Dairy and Valley View Memorial Park. Ned's dedication to community and church service has been great and varied. During the course of his life, he served as a mission president, patriarch and sealer in the Salt Lake Temple. If there was a word to describe the life of Ned Winder, it would be "service". His famous sense of humor, genuine love of people and quiet acts of kindness, blessed the lives of many. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, children; Ted (JaNae), Kent (Sherri), Karen (Roger) Nordgren, Doug (Leslie), Janet (Howard) Gurney, Wendy (Bret) Bassett and Nancy (Brent) Yorgason; siblings; Richard (Barbara) Winder, Marion (Willis) Wynn, David Winder and Blake (Cora Lee) Robinson; brother-in-law Jay (Eva) Layton; 37 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held on Friday September 2, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Jordan North Stake Center, 3900 South 4000 West, West Valley City. Friends and family may call Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and from 10:00 to 11:45 a.m. prior to the services on Friday at the Stake Center. Interment will be at Valley View Memorial Park. Condolences, may be sent to the family through www.MeM.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the LDS Church General Missionary Fund. Published in the Deseret News from 8/31/2005 - 9/2/2005.