OBITS: Deseret News 14 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 Alvey Sr., Charles Howard Charles Howard Alvey Sr. (C. Howard) 1910 ~ 2005 Our dear father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, died peacefully on Sept. 11, 2005, with family at his side. Dad had just turned 95 on Saturday. Howard was born in Escalante, Utah on September 10, 1910 to Thomas and Emily Porter Alvey. He married his sweetheart, Scytha Solena Barney on July 2, 1931 in Junction, Utah. They later were sealed for time and eternity in the Manti Temple. Dad and mom were blessed with seven children; Leva (Wayne) Brierley, Roy UT; Charles Jr. (Karla), Sandy; Barney (Shirley), West Jordan; James (Judy), Albania Mission, Gay (Ivan) Hill, Vaughn (Kay) and Michael (Lex Ann), all of Sandy. Dad was preceded in death by his sweetheart, Lena, his parents, two brothers, three sisters and a daughter-in-law, Sharon. Dad is survived by a posterity of 211, including 33 grandchildren, 96 great-grand-children and 26 great-great-grand-children and a brother-in-law, Vay Barney. Dad's life was a sermon of selfless service, integrity, love and devotion. He was a gracious, loving husband, devoted father, grandfather and friend. He was loved by all who knew him. We will never forget his never ending stories, songs and poems and especially his great sense of humor. Dad made his living as a carpenter and a general contractor. He was a self-taught craftsman, taking great pride in his work. Dad was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He held callings including serving as counselor to three bishops before accepting a call as bishop himself. He was on the High Council and served a building mission with his wife in Tarzana, CA where he constructed a stake center. He and mom also served a name extraction mission, but, were best remembered for his design of the addition and remodel to the Holladay Third Ward. Dad had a great love for his family. His love, friendship, support and example will remain in our hearts and continue to give us strength in our time of need. He truly has left a great legacy. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 15, at 12 noon in the Sandy Crescent 24th Ward, 275 East 10600 South. A viewing will be held Wednesday evening 6 - 8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South and at the church Thursday morning from 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Our family wishes to recognize the cooperation of all family members in caring for dad these past few years. A special "Thanks" to Mike, Lex Ann and family who made dad welcome in their home, caring endlessly for his needs. Also, thank you to the Rocky Mountain Hospice caregivers, Suz, Josh and Teresa. Condolences to the family @ www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/13/2005 - 9/14/2005. Bangerter, Hal Dee Hal Dee Bangerter 1956 ~ 2005 BOUNTIFUL- Hal Dee Bangerter, age 49, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2005 in North Salt Lake, Utah. Hal was born March 23, 1956 to Charles W. and Fern Wright Bangerter. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles W. Bangerter. He is survived by his mother, Fern Wright Bangerter, brothers and sisters, Reed (Sharon) Bangerter, West Bountiful; Phil (Diane) Bangerter, Bountiful; Connie Bangerter, Herriman; Bonnie (John) Tibolla, Centerville; Alan (Diane) Bangerter, Bountiful. A graveside service will be held Friday, September 16, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bountiful City Cemetery, 2020 South 200 West, Bountiful, Utah. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Barney, Barbara Anne Barbara Anne Barney "Loving Wife, Mom & Grandma" WEST VALLEY CITY-- Barbara Anne Barney, 58, passed away at her home September 13, 2005. She was born March 10, 1947, in Ogden, Utah to Elmer Speirs and Helen Barbara Ecker Alston. On June 20, 1969, Barbara married Donald Oscar Barney in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Barbara enjoyed scrapbooking and doing family history. She loved cooking, especially during the holidays and helped carry on family German holiday traditions. She was an active member of the LDS Church, serving in the Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women. Survivors: husband, Don Barney, West Valley City; children, Donald E. Barney (Melissa), West Valley City; Liz Barney, at Westminster College in Salt Lake; granddaughter, Alissa Alize Barney; brother, David Alston (Nancy Ann), Pocatello, Idaho. Preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. in the Hunter 15th LDS Ward Chapel, 5000 W. Pavant Ave. (3700 South). Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State Thursday 6-8 p.m or Friday at the church from 8:45-9:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Benich, Fern B. Fern B. Benich 1912 ~ 2005 Fern Bateman Pugmire Benich, passed away on Sept. 13, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. Born Dec. 16, 1912 in Pocatello, Idaho to Archie Young and Lucy Bateman Pugmire. Married Frank F. Benich May 10, 1947 in Pocatello, Idaho. He preceded her in death Jan. 31, l997. Fern was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Graduated from West High School. She was a buyer for Auerbachs Department Store until the store closed in 1979. She also worked as a model. Survivors, sons, Frank F. (Mickie) Benich, Jr., and John P. (Debbie) Benich, III; five grandchildren, Carla Marie Benich, Tony (Amy) Benich, Tammie (Jerry) Duggar, John P. (Jamie) Benich, IV and Mark R. Benich; 10 great-grandchildren, Justin, Maxwell, Peyton, Madison, Brennan, Gabriel, Riley, Connor, Nathan and Matthew. Also preceded in death by parents; sister, Artella Turley. Funeral services Thursday, Sept. 15th, 10 a.m. at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So., in Sandy. Friends and family may call at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple in Salt Lake City on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and also at the Larkin Sunset Gardens on Thursday one hour prior to the services. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Brown, Hannah N. Hannah N. Brown 1918 ~ 2005 SALEM, UT- Hannah N. Brown, 86, passed away Sept. 9, 2005. The youngest of seven children, she was born in Willard, UT on Dec. 25, l918 to Gordon and Hannah Nicholas. She attended Willard School, Box Elder High School and the Moench University of Business. She married Charles Reeve Brown on Sept 26, l941 in the Logan Temple and then resided in Brigham City, Ut. Hannah served six years as a deputy county clerk and also as a secretary to various attorneys while she reared her family. She worked as a correspondent for the Deseret News for 20 years. She retired from the Box Elder School District after working there for 18 years in l983. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in various positions including editor of ward and stake newspapers. She served a genealogical mission and was a temple worker in the Ogden Temple. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles R. Brown and a grandson Charles D. Brown. Surviving are her children Charles C. Brown, Jeffrey B.. Brown, both of Salt Lake; Steven and Penny Brown, Ephraim; Becky and Kelly Ence, Salem; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; also her sister Opal Tingey, Brigham City. A viewing will be held Sept. 17, at 9:30 A.M. at the L.D.S. Church on 25 W. Apple Blossom Way, Salem, Utah with the funeral to be held at 11 A.M. at the same location with Bishop Kelly Ence officiating. Interment will be at the Brigham City Cemetery that same day at approximately 3:00 P.M. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Busha, William John William John Busha 1920 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather died peacefully September 11, 2005 with his family by his side. Born June 4, 1920 in Blue Island, Illinois to Paul and Sophie Busha. Married the love of his life Genele Pack Busha. Corporal in the U.S. Army during World War II. Member of the LDS Church. His greatest loves were his wife, his children and grandchildren. His only vice was his fond addiction to Chocolate! Survived by his wife of 60 years, Genele; children, Loree Ann Lindsey, Shelly Fry, Jennifer Curtis and Richard Bancroft; grandchildren, Dale Rowley, Joshua, Lindsey, Jordon Fry, Wm. Justin Fry, Sasha Lindsey, Janae Fry, Katelyn Curtis, Kennedy Curtis; brothers and sisters, twin sister Millie, Stephen Busha, Stephanie Ernst, Milan Busha, Alvin Busha. Preceded in death by parents and son, Gregory Paul Busha. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 12:00 noon at Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Drive where friends and family may call Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Holladay Memorial Cemetery. Family wishes to thank Bill's loving caregivers at Care Source, Robert, Trish, Kamee, Fabio, Ruth and numerous others. In lieu of flowers, donations to Veterans Administration or charity of your choice. Published in the Deseret News from 9/13/2005 - 9/14/2005. Coombe, Marie Yancey Morris Marie Yancey Morris Coombe 1915 ~ 2005 Marie Yancey Morris Coombe passed away September 10, 2005 in Mesa, Arizona. Marie was born October 12, 1915 in Taylorsville, Utah, the only daughter of Thomas E. and Eleanor Bringhurst Yancey. She attended school in Taylorsville at Plymouth Elementary and graduated from Granite High School. She married Spencer E. Morris in 1939, and divorced in 1961. She married William (Bill) J. Coombe in 1966. Marie was a very competent and skilled executive secretary. She worked as the personal secretary to Salt Lake City Mayor, J. Bracken Lee, and for Kennecott Copper for several years. She also worked at Westminister College until her retirement in 1980. She loved her association with life long friends and members of her bridge club. In 1980 she and Bill moved to Post Falls, Idaho to live near her daughter, Ann. After a few years they moved back to Salt Lake City and resided in Three Fountains East. In 2001 she moved to Chandler, Arizona to be near her daughter, Tracey, and her family. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Orin and Ralph Yancey, and her husband, Bill. She is survived by her daughters, Ann (Joel) Stookey, Post Falls, Idaho; and Tracey (David) Miller, Chandler, Arizona; nine grandchildren, Christopher (Kathy) Stookey, Lincoln (Connie) Stookey, Shayne (Nyla) Miller, Sauna (Brett) Clark, Derek (Camille) Miller, Erin (Bruce) Turley, Tylan (Marcy) Miller, Cody (Kristen) Miller, Megan (Brian) Johnson, of Arizona; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces, Karen (Larry) Johnson and Rakell (Gene) Gardner; nephews, Ron (Susan) Thorne and Bill Thorne. Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 12:00 noon at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah where visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Crandall, Merrill Newman Merrill Newman Crandall 11/28/18 ~ 9/12/05 Merrill (Sam) Newman Crandall - our beloved brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather - left this mortal life quietly and peacefully on September 12, 2005 after a short illness. The deep loss that we feel at his passing is tempered greatly by the knowledge that he is with his wonderful sweetheart and wife of 65 years, and that together they are walking the paths of eternity. Merrill was born in Orem on November 28, 1918 to Carson Charles Crandall and Joy Newman Crandall. Merrill was blessed with four siblings, two brothers and two sisters, all of whom survive him: Camille Alldredge, Laura Bilboa, John Crandall, and Paul Crandall. Merrill was born and raised in the middle of beautiful fruit orchards, stretching for blocks in all directions in Central Orem. Merrill's grandfather had homesteaded this acreage in 1887, and Merrill would never stray from it for the entirety of his life. Indeed, the beautiful orchards became a deep part of him. From the days of his early youth, to his teenage years, to his years as a father and grandfather and great-grandfather, Merrill could always be found in his orchard - carefully and lovingly pruning the trees, irrigating the fields, thinning the crop, and harvesting the fruit. But another, more important, growth and harvest took place in these orchards. Many of us learned about work there. Many of us learned about dedication and devotion and endurance, and about working through the hard times that come with farming - and with life. And even more of us learned about sacrifice and service and love. The greatest harvest that came from Merrill's orchards can't be counted in bushels or pecks, but instead is counted in the character and in the heart of those who were so privileged to be with him, to learn from him, and to emulate his example. Merrill met Lyle Kofford - the love of his life and his eternal sweetheart - while they both were growing up in Orem. They were married on November 27, 1937, and were later sealed in the Manti Temple. It is difficult for anyone to picture Merrill without Lyle, or Lyle without Merrill. They were always together, raising their family, working hard in their orchard, and serving others. That is probably why, after she passed away in 2002, the following years were so difficult for Merrill. Merrill and Lyle had great happiness in their life. Much of that happiness came from family. Merrill and Lyle had six children, four of whom still survive: Deanne and Gary Keetch, Marilyn and Jay Harris, Nancy and Ken Furr, and Tim and Natalie Crandall. They have 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, every one of whom resides in either Salt Lake or Utah County. Seldom do any of these extended family members miss significant family gatherings or activities. There have been countless Christmases and Thanksgivings where these family members - every single one of them - have gathered in the Crandall basement for food and fun. Merrill's and Lyle's family stayed close together because they made it a priority to keep the family together. Merrill's life was not without significant challenges and trials. He lost his oldest son, Mikey, to polio at age two. He lost his second son, Dan, in a terrible forest fire accident at age twenty-two. These losses were devastating to Merrill - his heart never fully healed from the loss. But instead of simply retreating inward, after Dan's death Merrill seemed to reach outward. For almost 40 years, he served in a succession of Church callings where he provided great service to others - first as a ward clerk, then as a bishop, then as a member of the stake presidency. He was not released from the last of these leadership callings until he was nearing eighty years of age - a great tribute to his strength and stamina, but much more importantly, a reflection of his great and giving heart. When we think of Merrill, we will think of the many terms of endearment that we have for him: Dad, Sam, Papa Sam, Pa, and Grandpa. We will always remember a kind and gentle man - a husband, patriarch, friend, and bus driver. Merrill had a deep and abiding testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Many of us have rested our own testimonies on his during the difficult times and challenges of our lives. His love for each of us was immeasurable and unshakeable. In his kind and gentle way, he exuded a confidence and calm that always seemed to put things in perspective, and always seemed to make things better. That is Merrill, and that is why we love him. Funeral services for Merrill will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 15, 2005, at the Orem Cascade 2nd Ward, 481 East Center Street in Orem. Friends may call at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 583 East 800 North in Orem, on Wednesday, September 14th, from 6-8 p.m., and at the Church on Thursday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Burial will be in the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. DeVries, Jack Jack DeVries 3/3/1937~9/14/2004 Jack-optimism, generosity and sense of humor, that was you. You loved much and were much loved in return. You were a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, special uncle and loyal friend. Forever in our hearts. We all Miss you Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Gibbs, Ada Weedop Ada Weedop Gibbs 1924 ~ 2005 KAYSVILLE - "It was a good day to die." September 9, 2005, the sun was a brilliant yellow disc warming everyone it shone on. The azure sky prepared to take a beautiful spirit. Ada Weedop Gibbs laughed, sang, ran and for the first time in 20 years, saw the clouds. Ada was born in Lost River, Idaho, August 2, 1924, to goodly parents Henry and Nellie Weedop. Later they moved to Rupert, Idaho, where she graduated in 1942. Good fortune and World War II led her to work at Hill Field, where she met the only man she ever loved, Donald Joseph Gibbs. They were married November 8, 1945, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They raised five children, Ennis J. Gibbs, Woodland, Sherrill Wood, SLC, Shauna Blasingame, SLC, Brooks Gibbs, Alpine, and Valene Gibbs, Layton. She was preceded by her parents; brothers, Owen and Ralph; and sister, Ruth. She is survived by her husband, and children; sisters, Irene Call and Nadine Buttars; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchil-dren. Ada had a zest for life burnished by the joy she found in her family. Family activities were a time for laughter and singing. She enjoyed painting, handiwork, candy making, games, boating, camping, teaching by example, and loving the grandkids. During her life she contributed in so many ways. She was a hard worker, helping Don support the family with part-time jobs, full-time jobs, and the never ending cherry picking. Eighty-one years later, the world is a better place because she tended her little corner of it. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Kaysville Fairfield chapel, 1085 N. 50 East. Friends and family may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main, and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. Anyone wishing to share a remembrance of Ada that may be enjoyed by others is warmly invited to send a short note to Gibbs family, 150 E. 600 N. #14, Kaysville, Utah 84037, or email sherrillwood@aol.com . Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/11/2005 - 9/14/2005. Hare, Lorraine Hunter Lorraine Hunter Hare "Together Again" 1923 ~ 2005 Lorraine Hunter Hare, 82, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, returned to her Heavenly Father and joined her beloved husband on September 11, 2005 at home surrounded by her loving family. Lorraine was born July 7, 1923 to George Hollis Hunter and Camilla Adeline Leavitt, in Hawbush, Utah in Millard County. She grew up in Fillmore, Utah. She married Merlin (Mike) Arthur Hare on August 29, 1940, they were later sealed for time and all eternity in the Manti LDS temple. The two great loves of her life were her family and the gospel. She devoted her life to her husband and raising their 10 children. Lorraine is survived by her 10 children, Robert (Leslie), Dixie Pomeroy (Lamar), Bonnie Peterson (David), Barbara Hafen (Keith), Kay Lynn Newey (Brian), Susan Steffen (Douglas), Michael (Janeen), Gail (Julie), Deborah Robinson (Tony), Stephanie Aleman (Fili), 41 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren; sister Norma Wheeler. Preceded in death by husband Mike Hare, parents and brothers Dean, Keith. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005 at 12 noon at the Fillmore 2nd Ward LDS Chapel, where friends may call for viewing Friday morning from 10:00 to 11:30 prior to the service. Burial will be in the Fillmore City Cemetery under the care of Rasmussen Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Homer, Frederick Raymond Frederick Raymond Homer 5/31/1926~9/10/2005 Frederick Raymond Homer, 79, husband, father, grandfather, patriot, servant, and friend, died peacefully at home of natural causes, on September 10, 2005. Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho May 31, 1926, the eldest son of Alfred Raymond Homer and Delva Haycock Homer, he spent much of his youth working on a fox farm near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At 16 he attended his first year of college at Brigham Young University. Stirred by the events at Pearl Harbor, in 1943, Fred enlisted in the United States Navy as a medic assistant and fought during World War II, on the Battleship U. S. S. New York. His enlistment lasted three years. On September 25, 1948, he married the beautiful girl from his chemistry class, LeNila Young, and they graduated together in 1951, from the University of Utah College of Pharmacy. Fred touched lives as a neighborhood pharmacist, Utah Pharmaceutical Association President, Utah Board of Pharmacy Chairman, University of Utah Adjunct Professor of Pharmacy, Foothill Kiwanis Club President, and recipient of the Bowl of Hygeia Award, from the American Pharmaceutical Association. Fred loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and the opportunities it afforded to bless others, including service in bishoprics, branch presidencies, home teaching assignments, high councils, temples, and on two full time missions with his sweetheart, in Los Angeles and Nauvoo. Fred loved graciously, not only his family but others in need of a father, confidant, or friend. His Porter's Fork cabin, reading "Scrooge," Herman the Dachshund, Fairview, University of Utah games, and church books, were important to Fred. His passion, however, was his family, especially its heart and soul-Fred's eternal companion LeNila. Fred's motto: "Whatever you say, dear." Fred's wife, Phyllis LeNila, survives him, along with four children: Cynthia Lynn (Conan) Grames, Draper, Utah; Julia Ann (Norman) Johnson, Salt Lake City, Utah; John Raymond (Barbara) Homer, Holladay, Utah; and David Paul (Nancy) Homer, Melbourne, Australia; twenty-one grandchildren, and four great grand-grandchildren (one of whom is baby Fred). Services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., at the Foothill 7th Ward chapel, at 2214 Roosevelt Avenue (2200 East and 1450 South) in Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call on Thursday, September 15, 2005, at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City, Utah, from 6-8 p.m., or one hour before the service on Friday at the Ward. Interment will be on Friday afternoon at the Fairview City Cemetery. Online guest book available at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Hotaling, Verna Alvey Verna Alvey Hotaling 1919 ~ 2005 Verna Alvey Hotaling, age, 86, died Sept. 11, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Ut. She was born on May 7, 1919, in Delta, Utah to John and Maren C. Hansen Alvey. She married Donald C. Hotaling Oct. 30, 1937. She liked to crochet and she made lots of dolls. She also worked at Hartvigsen School for 25 years as a foster grandma. She is survived by son, Richard; sisters, Rosella Brinkley, Mary Carlson, and Elaine (Bud) Himstreat; nieces; Evoline (Bob) Gardner and Ruth Cunningham; several other nieces and nephews and special friend, Bunny Bodgen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Hotaling; brothers, John M and Earl Alvey. Graveside services will be held Thursday, Sept. 15, 2005 at 3:30 pm at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South, Salt Lake City, Utah, with a viewing from 2:00 to: 3:15 prior to the service. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to South Valley Care Center and Care Source Hospice. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Jones, Opal Swallow Opal Swallow Jones "Eternal Companions" Opal Swallow Jones, age 88, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2005. The oldest of five children, Opal was born December 21, 1916 in Meadow, Utah to Thomas Charles Swallow and Vanda Duncan. Married her beloved husband of 53 years, A. Lynn Jones, November 28, 1938 in Salt Lake City, later solemnized in the Manti Temple July 12, 1963. Her generosity and love knew no bounds. Her sweet spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew her. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Opal served with unwavering faith and a heart full of charity. Most notable was her service in the Primary, serving eight years as Primary President followed by eight years as Stake Primary President and many more years as a teacher, dedicated visiting teacher, and Relief Society President. She and Lynn served in the Massachusetts Boston Mission 1983-84. Prior to her mission, she worked as the manager of the Books and Stationary Department at ZCMI Cottonwood. Opal's greatest mission however, and her life's work was her family. Always placing her family first, she devoted her life to her children and her beloved husband. Few couples ever know the bond of love and deep devotion that Opal and Lynn had for each other. Surely it was a glorious reunion. Opal is preceded in death by her husband; parents; sister, Thera Ross; and brother, Chad Swallow. She is survived by her brother, Grover (Brookie) Swallow; sister, Shirley Gotchy; sister-in-law, Norma Swallow; children, Gordon (Sharron) Jones, Murray, Utah; Mark (Karen) Jones, Murray, Utah; Janice (Larry) Pehrson, Sandy, Utah; Fred (Linda) Jones, Holladay, Utah; 21 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 16, 2005 at the Murray 3rd Ward, 160 E. 4600 South, Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State, and also from 10-10:45 a.m. on Friday, prior to services at the church. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News from 9/13/2005 - 9/14/2005. Larsen, Leo C. Leo C. Larsen 1908 ~ 2005 Leo C. Larsen, age 96, passed away Sept. 9, 2005 of natural causes. He was born Dec. 14, 1908 in Mt. Pleasant, UT to Fred and Mary Ann (Burton) Larsen. He married Relia Shaw June 8, 1937 in the Manti LDS Temple. She passed away Jan 9, 1982. He later married Dorothy Clay who also preceded him in death. He graduated from North Sanpete High School and Snow College and served an LDS mission to Canada. He was well known throughout Sanpete County as the owner of Larsen Dairy which was the first Grade A milk processing plant south of Provo. He later delivered dairy products for Hi-Land Dairy. Leo, a member of the LDS Church, served in many callings, including Bishop for 10 years, High Councilor for 21 years. He and Relia served together in the Manti Temple and Sacramento, CA. Mission. During his golden years, Leo enjoyed writing his personal history and authored many other books related to his family. He is survived by a brother, Burton Larsen of Salt Lake City and children: Euvonna (Vernal) Christensen (Mt. Pleasant); Brooks (Nikki) Larsen (Modesto, CA) Leola (Bill) Barnhill (Sugar City, ID) Thayne (Ellen) Larsen (Payson, UT); and Fred (Carleen) Larsen (Orem, UT). One brother (Vernon) preceded him in death. Leo has 26 grandchildren and 53 great-grand-children, one great-great-grandson. Services will be held Fri., Sept. 16, 2005 at 12:00 noon in the Mt. Pleasant 2nd Ward chapel at 295 S. Main; Mt. Pleasant, UT. Friends may call at the church from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 15 and from 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Online guestbook available at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Liddiard, Harold Gadd Harold Gadd Liddiard 1932 ~ 2005 NEPHI - Harold Gadd Liddiard, our loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away September 12, 2005 in Nephi, Utah. He was born May 25, 1932 in Nephi, Utah to Francis Vernon and Ida Rachel Gadd Liddiard. He married Myrleen Allan on October 1, 1954 in Fountain Green, Utah. He was a member of the LDS Church. He graduated from Juab High School in 1950 and served in the Korean War from 1950-1952 with the National Guard. He was a member of the American Legion Post #1 for 50 years. He worked for various companies around Nephi, including Pexton Wholesale Company for 32 years. As a salesman he traveled to Southern Utah and had many friends there. Hal always had a smile for everyone. He survived by his wife, Myrleen of Nephi; son, Todd (Michelle) of Kaysville; daughters, Tonna Johnson and Terina Liddiard of Salt Lake City; grandchildren, Elise, Arielle, Hayden, Jackson, Brin, Darci, Tyrell, Bryce, Nadalee and Kyler; two great grandchildren, Julian and Cyrus; brother, George E. Liddiard of Tooele; sister-in-law, Sonia Liddiard of Tooele; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents and brothers, LaVar, Wayne and Ray. Funeral services will held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2005 in the Nephi 3rd Ward, 365 E. 500 N. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 94 W 300 N Nephi, UT and at the church one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Nephi Vine Bluff Cemetery with full military honors. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Millerberg, Marilyn B. Marilyn B. Millerberg 1931 ~ 2005 Marilyn B. Millerberg, 74, passed away September 12, 2005. She was born on April 3, 1931 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Oakley and Hazel Best. On June 27, 1952 she married Howard Millerberg in the Salt Lake Temple. She attended the University of Utah. Marilyn was an active member of the LDS Church and loved to attend the temple. She worked for the Utah State Extension Office. She will be missed by all who knew her. She was a very kind and caring person, always thinking of others. Her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Howard and granddaughter Jasmine. Survivors, three sons, Lynn (Margie), Monty (Pam), Reid (Leigh Anne); daughter Julie (Brent) Tidwell; nine grandchildren; brothers Wayne, Gary. Funeral services will be Friday at 12:00 noon at the Riverview 6th Ward, 552 East 11400 South, where friends may call 10:45 AM to 11:45 am prior to the services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Nielsen, Cora Stirland Cora Stirland Nielsen 1927 ~ 2005 Cora Stirland Nielsen, 78, died Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005 in Salt Lake City from complications following a stroke. Cora was born March 30, 1927 in Providence, Utah to Christian Stirland and Pearl Allen Stirland, the third of six children. Cora graduated from South Cache High School in 1945 and went on to work at the First National Bank in Logan. Cora married Reed J. Nielsen in the Logan LDS Temple on June 12, 1950 and together they enjoyed 51 years of marriage blessed with three daughters and nine grandchildren. Prior to Reed's passing on June 19, 2001, Cora and Reed shared a passion for world travel and spent their retirement together exploring the globe. Cora's children, grandchildren, home and church work provided her with her greatest joy in life. Cora is survived by her daughters, Patricia DeCastro (Joseph) of Midway, Utah; Jeri Lyn Petersen (Brent) of Ft. Worth, Texas; Sandra Richards (Michael) of Salt Lake City; nine grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband Reed, her parents and her beloved older sister Ortel Roohr. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the kind staff of the Highland Care Center for their compassionate and loving care. Thursday evening viewing, 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East, 1300 South. Funeral services Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the Olympus 3rd Ward Chapel, 4100 So. Camille (2520 East) with viewing 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment at Providence City Cemetery with graveside service at 2:30 p.m. prior to burial. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Peters, Roger Wesley Roger Wesley Peters 8/24/1932~ 9/13/2005 Roger Wesley Peters, 73, died on Sept. 11, 2005 in Salt Lake City. He was born on the family farm August 24, 1932 in the Town of Empire, Wisconsin to Clementine (Keys) and Reinhold Peters. Roger was a 1950 graduate of Fond du Lac High School and earned his degree in Architecture from the University of Michigan in 1956. During high school he started his career in residential home design and construction, building hundreds of homes in Fond du Lac, many while attending college and serving in the army in Lebanon and Germany. His career later expanded into commercial development in Wisconsin and Minnesota where he was particularly proud of Rochester Towers in Rochester Minnesota, Cobblestone Square in Fond du Lac, and University Square in Mankato, Minnesota. Roger loved people and their potential. He brought together a talented team that developed and expanded to eighty Hardee's restaurants in six states including Utah where he relocated in 1984. Over the last four years, he worked closely with Minnesota State University in Mankato, redeveloping a unique mixed use property for university students. Roger had a passion for recognizing and fostering the potential in others, helping many to start out in new careers and businesses. He applied his entrepreneurial approach to philanthropy, as well. He supported and was a director of many charitable and educational organizations, including the Utah Governor's High School Entrepreneur Program, Utah Boys Ranch, Choice Humanitarian, Realms of Inquiry School, Turnabout, Minnesota State University and Visions of a Better World Foundation. He also founded his own charitable organization, People Helping People Help Themselves, which primarily supports educational, health and economic development initiatives in rural Africa and South America. Roger loved to read and he loved stimulating conversation. He was also a world traveler. He is survived by a son, David Peters of Park City, Utah; two daughters, Ann and Susan Peters of Brooklyn, New York; two grandchildren, Claire and Matthew Peters of Park City, Utah; and a sister, Charlotte Ammel of Milwaukee. Memorials may be sent to People Helping People Help Themselves, P.O. Box 1436, Park City, UT 84060. Services: A Liturgy of the Word Service will be celebrated at 11 am, Saturday, September 17, 2005 at Zacherl Funeral Home, led by Fr. Robert Taylor. Burial Service will follow at Rienzi Cemetery. Additional Services: In Salt Lake City UT, on Tuesday, September 20, there is a memorial reception from 5 to 8 PM at A Classic Choice, 1530 W. 7800 South, West Jordan, UT. Visitation: Visitation will be held on Friday, September 16, from 4 to 7 PM and again on Saturday September 17 from 10 to 11 AM, both at Zacherl Funeral Home. Zacherl Funeral Home of Fond du Lac, WI is serving the family. www.zacherlfuneralhome.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Reese, Nyle Henry Nyle Henry Reese "Together Forever" Nyle Henry Reese, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away September 12, 2005. He was born in Bloomington, Idaho on August 21, 1926 to Lotwick L. and Frances Elizabeth Brown Reese. Married his sweetheart, Betty Nell Olsen, on August 11, 1944 in Murray, UT; later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple May 25, 1965. Nyle served in the US Navy in World War II from 1944-46. He was an active High Priest in the LDS Church. He was a member of The Operating Engineers Local #3 for 53 years. He loved to play golf after retiring. Survived by his wife, Betty; two daughters, Sue (Rick) Gelino and Brenda Reese; grandson, Nyle Layne (Kathy) Boyce; great-grandsons, Nyle Chase Boyce and Justin; great-granddaughters, Mikail and Mikilah; brother, Lynn T. (Carolyn) Reese; sister, Nola Reese. Preceded in death by seven brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 16, 2005 at 12 noon at the Ridgedale LDS Ward, 3400 So. 1100 E. Friends and family may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and one hour prior to services on Friday at the church. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Russell, Steve Steve Russell "Still Riding" He was born Steven Gill Russell in Salt Lake City, May 24, 1952 and passed away September 10, 2005. He graduated from Granite High School 1970, other achievements included a Brown Belt in Kempo Karate and a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. He pursued his career with Technical schooling in the Steel Fabrication Industry. He later went on to run Structural Steel for 10 years and ultimately opened up his own steel business in 1986 where he and his wife have owned and operated Steel Works Inc. for the past 20 years. Steve was also an avid hunter of ducks and bucks. But his true passion was always searching for the trophy elk with his best friend Bob Larson. Even on the day he passed away, he was found in his camouflage sitting on his 4-wheeler with his hands gripped to the handle bars, ready to ride. He was a devoted family man and spent countless hours helping anyone who needed it. Everyone who knew Steve, knew all you had to do was talk to him and you had an instant friend. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Nikki; mother, Carol Russell; two sons, Chris and Brett Russell, and his daughter, Georgia (Allan) Davidson; three sisters, Patty Russell, Dawn (David) Lucas, Sue (Scott) Knaub and brother, Shane (Tammy) Russell. A special thank you goes out to all of our employees at Steel Works who have dedicated themselves through their continued employment to help Steve's legacy live on. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and from 10:45 until 11:45 a.m. prior to the service on Saturday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Steve loved Levis. Dress accordingly. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Smith, Louise Louise Smith "Precious Grandma" Louise Smith daughter of David Asael and Emily Jenkins Smith and the youngest of nine children, born March 23, 1916 returned peacefully to her Father in Heaven Sept. 12, 2005. She was an example of service, love and courage her entire life. At the age of 25, she took on the responsibility of raising her brother's children and soon after, the care of her parents. She considered this to be a blessing and the children called her mother. She served in many capacities in the LDS Church and served a full time mission to Canada. In her later years, she loved to create beautiful things for friends and family and was always generous and humble in her giving. She enjoyed being available whenever she could help and often took friends to doctor's appointments or the grocery store. Her brothers included David J, Asael J., Alfred J., Robert J., Edward J., Elmer J., and Hyrum J. and sister Mahala. She is survived by her daughter Sydney Lee Smith (O.. Richard Flack), her grandchildren Ric (Nikki), Mindy, Laurel, Chari (Shawn Goff), and Justin (Bethany), and her great-grandchildren Regan, Kelsie, Kennedi, Abby, and McKinley. Also by James Stull Smith (Susan) and their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and her countless nieces, nephews and sister in law, Elsie Kay Smith. We would like to thank the dear staff at the Legacy House of Taylorsville for the loving tenderness shown to her. Funeral services will be held at LeGrande ward 1078 South McClelland on Friday September 16, 2005 at 12:00 noon. Viewing to be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple and one hour prior to the funeral. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Vellinga, Richard Peter Richard Peter Vellinga 1947 ~ 2005 SYRACUSE- Our dearly beloved Richard Peter Vellinga passed peacefully from this life at his home on September 9, 2005 after a short battle with esophageal cancer. Richard was born the fifth of 13 children to Clarence and Arlene Davis Vellinga on March 11, 1947 in Ogden, Utah. He attended Ogden Schools and graduated from Ogden High School in 1965 and Weber State College in 1972. He was a gifted student in math, science, and art. He spent his teenage summers working at Smith's Ranch in Ruby Valley, Nevada and carried many fond memories of his adventures there. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a strong testimony throughout his life, manifested not only by his service in the Church, but even more by his loving attitude and constant service to all that he met. He was truly a man without guile and loved everyone unconditionally. He served a mission in Samoa from 1966-1968 and treasured his experiences there. On December 23, 1973 he married Guenn Adare Richardson in the Logan Temple. They had four children who became the center of his life. They lived in Corrine, Lakeshore and Santaquin. They were later divorced. On November 23, 1999 he married Elaine McDowell Ottley and also dearly loved her six children. Richard worked at Thiokol Corporation from 1974 to 1978 and then spent the rest of his life building and remodeling for others. He and his brothers formed Vellinga Brothers Construction and he later owned Vel-built Construction in Utah County and Richard Vellinga Enterprises in Davis County. Many friends and loved ones treasure the beautiful handiwork that he produced for them in the construction of their homes. He recently built a beautiful home for his wife and family, which has greatly blessed their lives. Richard's greatest possessions were his family including his wife and children, parents, brothers and sisters and many extended family members. He had a great reverence and love for all that God created. He was a man living in the world but not of the world. We will miss so much his big hugs and warm personality. He was a mighty oak in our lives. He was preceded in death by his parents and by an older brother, Johnny. He is survived by his wife, Elaine, and his children, Adrian, Jessica, Richard Peter (Sumer), Mary Guenn Vellinga, and Angela, Darren (Tina), Ryan (Aisa), Emily (Dale) Barry, David, and Ashley Ottley, and his grandchildren, Madison, Ike, Jet, Jadyn, Richard Scott, David and Avery. He is also survived by brothers and sisters Clarence (Annette), Clifford (Kathy), Joyce (Richard) Lindsley, Roy (Linda), Michael (Pam), Lynn (Sandy), Karen (Craig) Shurtleff, Bruce (Val), Janette (Reid) Peterson, Mary (Don) Belnap, and Ross (Beth) Vellinga. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the L.D.S. Chapel at 2679 South 1000 West, Syracuse. Viewing will be held Thursday, September 15, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden, and 1 1/2 hours prior to the services at the Church. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Vellinga/Ottley College fund at any America First Credit Union. Interment at Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park. Send condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/13/2005 - 9/14/2005. Wilkey, Jack Raymond "Ray" Ray Wilkey "Gone Fishing" Jack Raymond "Ray" Wilkey, age 68, passed away September 13, 2005. Born January 24, 1937 in Ephraim, Utah, son of John Kendell and Leola Fern Peterson Wilkey. Married Joyce Wilson in Redding, CA; later divorced. He served honorably in the Air National Guard and Coast Guard. He worked at Hercules Aerospace for over 35 years. Enjoyed taking his boys fishing and hunting. Also enjoyed golfing and spending time with his grandchildren. Survived by sons: Michael (Sheila), Richard (Shirley) and Ronald; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grand-children. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Carol Ann Wilkey Jones; grandson, Richard Anthony Wilkey. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 10:00 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road where friends may visit 9-9:45 a.m. prior to service. Interment, Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005. Yancey, Lowell James Lowell James Yancey 1916 ~ 2005 Lowell Yancey passed away peacefully at his home on September 9, 2005 in Provo, Utah. He was born June 17, 1916 in Blackfoot, Idaho, the son of James Henry and Effie Jane Cobbley Yancey. Lowell graduated from Blackfoot High School and attended Brigham Young University, the University of Calif. at Berkley, UCLA, and USC. He served 34 months as a missionary for the LDS church in the French Mission from 1937-39. Lowell married Iretta Fife in the Mesa Arizona Temple on March 12, 1942. They were the parents of four children. Iretta passed away suddenly on May 20, 1973. They resided in Los Angeles, California. He married Florence Musser Woolley of Provo, Utah on September 13, 1975. Florence is the mother of six children. He was employed as a structural engineer with Northrop Aircraft, Inc. for 32 years prior to his retirement in 1973. Lowell worked on numerous aircraft and missile projects, having as many as 250 engineers under his direction at one time. During his career he traveled extensively in the U.S. and Europe and served on several Air Force and government structural advisory boards. Retirement from Northrop was followed by a second profession in home construction in Sandy, Utah, where he and his son-in-law, Noel Quinton constructed approximately 150 homes. Lowell served as Ward Clerk of the Wilshire Ward in Los Angeles, Bishop, High Councilor and High Priest Group Leader. Much of his time in his later years was devoted to improving existing church facilities and helping with the construction of new facilities. Lowell and his wife, Florence were missionaries in the Santa Rosa California Mission. In his free time, Lowell enjoyed attending musical concerts, sporting events, traveling, gardening and spending time with his family. He loved woodworking, drawing and painting. Lowell enjoyed writing about his life and left an incredible legacy to his family through his numerous personal journals. Lowell would like to thank the local medical community for helping him to reach the age of 89. Lowell is survived by his wife, Florence of Provo; children Renee Quinton of Sandy, UT, Norene Frenis of Mission Viejo, CA, Brian Yancey of Casper, WY, and Gaylene Lesko of Taylorsville, UT; step-children, Wendy Powell of Valley Ford, WA, Kenneth Woolley of Salt Lake City, UT, Patricia Hoffman of Provo, UT, Ginger Woolley of Provo, UT, Scott Woolley of Ramona, CA and Richard Woolley of Orem, UT; 46 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and siblings Evelyn Yancey of Bountiful, UT, Zola Ricks of Idaho Falls, ID, Maxine Stone of Stockton, CA, Edythe Bradley of Bountiful, UT and Harold Yancey of Centerville, UT. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Gladys Buchanan and Elaine Searle. Funeral services will be Friday, Sept, 16, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Oak Hills Stake Center, 925 E. North Temple Drive, Provo. Friends and family may call Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the Berg Mortuary, 185 East Center, Provo and Friday from 9:30-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Interment, Green Hills Memorial Park, Rancho Palos Verdes, C. Published in the Deseret News on 9/14/2005.