OBITS: Deseret News 16 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 Assante, Nelly D. Nelly D. Assante 1925 ~ 2005 Born Jan. 30, 1925, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She moved to Utah with her husband Jose in 1995. Married for 60 years, mother and grandmother. Nelly was a natural artist; she enjoyed painting and made things come to life. Her pride and joy were her children, grandchildren and her testimony of the gospel. She was Christ like in every way. Survived by her children Cecilia and Mory Caraway and Carlos and Sandy Assante, grandchildren Valerie, Thomas, Alison, Michael, Scott, Kelsey, Matthew, Evan and Bryn. Nelly was dearly loved. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 16, 2005, at 2 p.m., Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the services. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Barrett, Rhea Riley Rhea Riley Barrett 1925 ~ 2005 Rhea Riley Barrett, 80, passed away on Sept. 14, 2005 in Provo, Utah. She was born September 2, 1925, the daughter of Frederick and Martha Page Riley in Salt Lake City, Utah. She married Richard L. Barrett on January 7, 1943 in the Salt Lake Temple. He died Sept. 26, 1993. Rhea lived in Bountiful, Pocatello, New York, California and for the past 16 years in Provo/Orem. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the DUP. She loved painting, golf, sewing, arts and crafts and spending time with her family. Rhea is survived by one son, Bruce (Tyra) Barrett of Provo; three daughters, Elaine Chowen of Bountiful, Carol Anne (Jim) Daniels of Orem; and Kathi Wright of Orem; one brother, William (Kathy) Riley of California; stepmother, Nina Riley Beaves; 20 grandchildren and 32 great-grand children. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons-in-law, Ron Chowen and Ken Wright; one brother Derall Riley; two sisters, Lou Anne Martin and Geraldine Johnson; two great-grandsons, Jarek and Brent T. Chowen. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 19, 2005 at the Suncrest Stake Center, 90 North 600 West, Orem, Utah. Friends may call from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Bountiful City Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/16/2005 - 9/17/2005. Brown, Zoe Ann Wiley Zoe Ann Wiley Brown 1931 ~ 2005 Zoe Ann Wiley Brown - wonderful, loving, beautiful wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on September 14, 2005 due to complications brought on by Parkinsons. Zoe was born August 31, 1931 to Frank and Louella Wiley in Salt Lake City, UT. She was a graduate of South High and the University of Utah. Zoe worked in the legal industry for many years, including the U of U College of Law, the Utah State Bar and retired as the Executive Director of the Utah Bar Foundation. Zoe was an organist for Cottonwood Presbyterian Church for many years and played the piano at numerous public events. Zoe is survived by her caring husband Louis Brown, her proud children; Kari Karas, Cori Brown, Toby Brown and Dain (Michelle) Brown, as well as her exceptional grandchildren; Nate, Sean, Trevor, Kiera, Corbin, Alex and Sam. Also survived by two brothers, Frank (Stella) Wiley and Hugh (Joyce) Wiley, both of California. Zoe was a kind, caring person who left a trail of friends wherever she went. She was legendary for her loud laugh, especially after a couple of Highballs. She was well known for always eating half of whatever she ordered. She met her husband of 50+ years while skiing at Alta. She also greatly enjoyed waterskiing and spent many a day on Bear Lake. In mid-life she ran numerous 5 and 10K races and usually won her age class. Her last lessons in life for us were patience, love and grace. Thank you for sharing your life with us. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2005 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Dain's home - 8813 South Renegade Road (2285 East). Instead of flowers, buy yourself a drink and raise your glass in her honor. A special thank you to the kind people of Care Source Hospice. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Buchanan, James (Jim) James (Jim) Buchanan 1913 ~ 2005 COALVILLE - James (Jim) Buchanan, age 91, passed away peacefully September 13, 2005, in Heber City Care Center, of causes incident to age. Jim was born November 12, 1913 in Coalville, Utah to George Buchanan and Mary Weir Salmon Buchanan. He lived in Grass Creek, Utah in his early years and attended school in North Summit School District. He joined the Signal Corps of United States Army in 1941 and served in the Philippine Islands until 1945 when he returned home. He worked for many years in the coal mines in Coalville, and also as a farmer. Jim was a quiet, reserved person, who loved to watch all sports on television. He also enjoyed going to nice restaurants. He was a member of the Coalville Second Ward, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by no immediate family, other than cousins, Marselle B. Williams, and Helen B. Thiriot, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, three brothers and four sisters. Appreciation is extended to the staff and nurses at Rocky Mountain Care in Heber City for their loving care of Jim. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 19th in the Walker Mortuary, Coalville, Utah at 1:00 p.m. Friends may call at the mortuary one hour prior to services. Interment Coalville City Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at www.walker-mortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Call Sr., Ara Om Ara Om Call, Sr. 1909 ~ 2005 Ara Om Call Sr., 96, died peacefully at his home in Three Fountains, Provo, of causes incident to age. He was born 21 August 1909 in Colonia Dublan, Chihuahua, Mexico, the son of Bishop Anson B.Call and Julia Abegg Call. He graduated from Juarez Stake Academy, Iowa State College, and the University of Wisconsin. He was involved from his youth in the dairy Industry and managed the cheese factory at Dublan, the creamery at Utah State Agricultural College, and was head of Quality Control at Western Condensing Company in Appleton, Wisconsin. He was a well-known food scientist and made significant contributions to the manufacture of cheese, the development of instant dry milk, candy making, and other food developments. From 1944 to 1961 he and his wife Annie raised their family in Appleton, Wisconsin. They were active in church and civic affairs. He and Annie helped many people gain an understanding of the Church of Jesus Christ through their interaction and example. He left Western Condensing in 1961 to become President of the Northern Mexican Mission headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico. In order to consolidate the church's property rights in the mission area Ara was asked by the First Presidency to become a Mexican citizen. He did this even with the possibility that he would not get his US citizenship back. He served as President of the North Mexican Mission for four years and on his release he became a Professor of Dairy Science at BYU and taught there until his retirement. After his retirement he was a consultant to many firms including the US government aid program in El Salvador. He served on the faculty of Philmont Scout Ranch. Ara served in many church positions, including Branch President, District President, High Councilor, Mission President, General Church Welfare Committee, and Young Men General Board. He served three Missions and was a Sealer in the Guatemala and Provo Temples. He married Annie Romney in the Salt Lake Temple in 1934, they were parents of six children, all of whom survive. Annie passed away in 1988. He then married Vyonne (Vicky) Grass who passed away in 1994. He later married Glenna Stowell Call. She and her married children survive him. He is also survived by his children Marjorie (Rey) Barnes (Loon Lake, WA), Ara Om Jr. (Carla) of Provo, Donald Romney (Sheila) of Saratoga, CA, Duane Bowen (Tamra) of Provo, Julia (Stewart) Grow (Peoa, UT) and Kathryn (Blanding, UT), Michael (Judith) Benedict (Provo), a brother Eran Call (Kay) and sisters Lorna Alder, Fulvia Dixon Law (all of Provo), Nelda Young (Austin, NV), Vesta Brown (Salt Lake City), and Ruth (John) Evans (Santa Ana, CA), a sister-in-law, Ora Call (Alpine, UT) and numerous nieces and nephews. His posterity includes 37 grandchildren and 77 Great-Grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17, 2005 11:00 a.m. Edgemont 9th Ward 4300 North Canyon Road, Provo, UT. Friends may call Friday, September 16, 2005 from 6-8p.m. at Berg Mortuary, 185 East Center St., Provo, UT. or at the church on Saturday from 9:30-10:45a.m. Interment, East Lawn Memorial Hills. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. DeLaCruz, Salvador Joseph Salvador Joseph DeLaCruz 1934 ~ 2005 Salvador Joseph DeLaCruz, born March 17, 1934, died Sunday, Sept. , 11, 2005 after living a full and happy life, succumbing in the end to a very short battle with cancer. He graduated from Drake University, Iowa, in 1960 with a degree in pharmacy. He was born to Sixto DeLaCruz and Suela Bynosa in Hilo, Hawaii and is survived by: Laurene DeLaCruz Jones (eldest daughter) married to Travis William Jones, Salt Lake City, Utah; Roanna Soling Keough (middle daughter) married to Dan Robert Keough, Salt Lake City, Utah; Leilani DeLaCruz Corbin (youngest daughter) married to CPT Alexander Daniel Corbin, "Zach", Fort Knox, Kentucky; Sandra Sheppard (best friend and love), Salt Lake City; Denise B. de la Cruz (ex-wife), Salt Lake City, Utah; and four sisters, two brothers. Sal, as he was known affectionately by his friends and family, found great satisfaction in devoting himself to his career in pharmacy, first as co-owner of Salt Lake Drug and then at MedQuest Pharmacy where his co-workers quickly became his second family. He touched many lives and was held in high regard by all who knew him. During his last days, he was lovingly surrounded by his daughters, son-in laws, and Sandra. He was well loved and will be sorely missed by many. Memorial services will be held at the South Valley Unitarian Church, 6876 South Highland Drive, Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1:00 pm. He was a supporter of the American Lung Association. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the American Lung Association in his name. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Ericksen, Sheldon D. Sheldon D. Ericksen 1813 ~ 2995 Born in Beaver, UT on May 30, 1913, the second son of Ephraim and Edna Ericksen, passed away on September 10, 2005 in Long Beach, CA. He is survived by his children, Karen, Stephen and Robert, and his brother, E. Gordan Ericksen, and his sister, Margaret Kenney. During World War II, Sheldon served his country as an Army Captain in the Pacific. After the war, he completed his education, receiving his doctorate at the Univ. of Chicago in 1953. He was an outstanding university professor at the Univ. of Oregon and at California State University Long Beach, where he was chairman of the Dept. of Geography for many years before retiring in 1980. Sheldon was married to his beloved wife, Bertha Ford Ericksen, for 63 years. His devotion and love for her and his children was obvious to all who knew him. He will be remembered as a generous, warm, humorous, and loving man. He will be sorely missed. A private graveside service will be held at the Farmington Cemetery in Farmington, UT at 1:00 PM on September 17, 2005. Funeral Directors-Russon Brothers Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Fistere, David Charles David Charles Fistere 1952 ~ 2005 David Charles Fistere, 53, loving husband, father and friend died suddenly on Tuesday, September 13, 2005. Born in Meriden, Connecticut on May 15, 1952, the eldest son of Charles G. and Lois M. Cudlipp Fistere. David Charles Fistere is survived by his wife of 27 years, Elaine M. Talbot Fistere whom he married on Augut 5, 1978 in Rochester, New Hampshire. He is also survived by his son Garrett W. Fistere; one brother, Peter (Renee) Fistere of Somersworth, New Hampshire; one sister, Nancy (Timothy) Torode of Rollinsford, Maine; one sister-in-law, Sharon A. (James F.) McManus, of Rochester, New Hampshire; in-laws, several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, great nieces and nephews. David is predeceased by his mother and a sister-in-law, Patricia Huppe. David worked as a Master electrician for 33 years. He was a member of Ibew local 490 and presently worked for Hidden Peak Electric of Salt Lake City. He joined the Strafford Volunteer Fire Department in New Hampshire in his early teen years and became Fire Chief in 1983 and remained on the rescue squad and fire department until 1995. He was a member of the NRA, enjoyed the outdoors, loved reading, canoeing, hunting, hiking, snow skiing and most of all his late night walks. David loved being an American. David donated a lot of his time volunteering through the years for Habitat for Humanity, helping to raise money for Children's Primary through Festival of Trees. He supported his community by attending Draper City Council meetings and sponsoring the Adopt-A-Spot program. He was also an organ donor. David has lived his life in celebration, enjoying every breath and day that God provided. He was a wonderful, caring, gentle man and the most loving husband and father. His heart was filled with joy being with family, friends and to this I say, "My dearest David, my love will live on forever, our journey together has been so wonderful and although you have been taken from this life, another more glorious and peaceful life has called you. Be at rest my love." In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in David's name to the Unified Fire Authority Officers Association at Fire Fighters Credit Union, 124 West 1400 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84115 or to the Huntsman Cancer Institute Colorectal Research, 2000 Circle of Hope, Suite 5127, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 12:00 noon from Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary Chapel, 1950 E. 10600 So., Sandy. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service. David will be laid to rest in New Hampshire. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Holtkamp, Karyl Irene Roberts Karyl Irene Roberts Holtkamp 1926 ~ 2005 Karyl Irene Roberts Holtkamp, passed into the arms of her Father in Heaven on September 13, 2005, surrounded by her loving family. Karyl was born in Wahoo, Nebraska on August 12, 1926, to Russell LaSalle Roberts and Mary Philena McAuley. She attended the University of Nebraska School of Nursing, where she was awarded her RN in 1947. She married the love of her life, Clarence Jules Holtkamp, on February 2, 1948, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1951, she and C.J. joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Houston, Texas. Her marriage to C.J. was solemnized in the Mesa Temple in 1953. She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as stake and ward Relief Society president on more than one occasion in more that one ward and stake. Her life exemplified the Relief Society motto "Charity Never Faileth." She gave without reservation of her time and resources to all who were in any kind of need. She was also a faithful family historian. She was an accomplished musician, with particular talent on the piano and organ. She served as stake or ward organist almost continuously from even before her baptism until her passing. In the 1960's she sang with the Singing Mothers and accompanied the Melodians under the direction of Florence Jepperson Madsen. She and C.J. served a mission in the Nigeria Port Harcourt Mission from 1995 to 1997 and a CES Mission at the University of Utah Institute of Religion from 1999 to 2000. She is survived by her husband, C.J.; her brother Russell LaSalle Roberts (Pat), Oshkosh, Wisconsin; her sister Lois Swint (Jay) Sandy, Utah her eight children; James Arnold (Marianne), Cottonwood Heights, Utah; Kenneth Wayne (Sharon), Fairfax Station, Virginia; Lorraine Braun (Chuck), Idaho City, Idaho; Mary Thomas (Ken), Kaiserslauten, Germany; Susan Charlotte, Cottonwood Heights, Utah; Deborah Boulter (Robert), Salt Lake City, Utah; Julie Ann Simmons (David), Riverton, Utah; and Beverly Joy Jones, (David), Heber City, Utah, 26 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her infant brother and her grandson, Brent William Holtkamp. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at the Wasatch 5th Ward, 8100 Top of the World Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may attend a viewing Friday, September 16th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Mountain View Memorial 3115 East Bengal Blvd. (7800 South) and 10:45 to 11:45 am Saturday at the Church. www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Hoyle, Beverly J. Beverly J Hoyle 1930 ~ 2005 Beverly J Heilesen Hoyle passed away peacefully at home September 14, 2005. She was born February 14, 1930, in Glenwood, Utah, to Lloyd A. And Mabel Larsen Heilesen. Beverly was the oldest of four children: sisters, Myrna McLeod and Deon Trangmoe; brother, Lloyd Neil Heilesen. Married her high school sweetheart, Richard M. Hoyle October 2, 1950, in the Manti Temple and have celebrated 55 years of marriage. Survived by five children: Sally (Martin) Eliason, Jane (Soenke) Strottner, Richard Kelly (Peggy) Hoyle, David P. (Janet) Hoyle and Jana Hoyle; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents and sister, Deon. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 12 noon at the Jordan North 5th Ward, 3836 West 4100 South where a viewing will be held one hour prior to service. Under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home. Interment, Monday, September 19, 2005, 11 a.m. at Utah Veterans Memorial Park. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Loosli, E. Keith E. Keith Loosli 1909 ~ 2005 E. Keith Loosli died peacefully at home while watching college football on Saturday, September 10th, 2005 in Fruit Heights, Utah. Keith was born in Ashton, Idaho on September 19, 1909 to Nellie May Price and Edward Samuel Loosli. He married Hortense Cutler on March 22, 1929 in the Salt Lake Temple. Keith has always had a drive to keep himself "anxiously engaged in a good cause". Whether in his church work or his chosen vocation he always rose to a position of leadership. He has served in nearly every position available to a Priesthood holder in the LDS Church. In 1946 Elder Spencer W. Kimball ordained him a High Priest; he then served as Ward Clerk, Executive Secretary, 2nd Counselor, 1st Counselor and twice as Bishop in the 21st North Ward. That span of service in successive bishoprics extended nearly 20 years, touching many peoples lives for good. He and his wife Hortense filled an Emigration Stake mission and later served a full time mission in Cape May, New Jersey, where he served as Branch President. He served as an ordinance worker in both the Salt Lake and St. George temples. In 1975 Keith was truly humbled when he was called as the Emigration Stake Patriarch. Hortense died in April 1993. He married Althea N. Macfarlane in February 1995. He and Althea served in many callings in St. George, Utah Being exposed to printing while working his way through school at Ricks College, Keith chose it as his life's work and began acquiring the craftsman's skills which would support his family of six children. In 1947 he hired on at the newly organized University of Utah Printing Service. By 1953 he was made manager of "The Shop", as he called it, which position he held until his retirement in October 1974. Among his many after hours activities he served as president of the Club of Printing House Craftsmen and later as president of the Printing Industry of Utah. Dad liked to fish so he made fairly frequent trips to Mack's Inn and Ponds Lodge in Idaho for some relaxation with family and beloved ward friends. Keith was preceded in death by his first wife Hortense, both parents, his sister Lois (Mickelsen) and four brothers: Shirl, Dwight, Mark and Larry, and step sons Whitney and Todd Macfarlane. He is survived by his wife Althea, his six children: Darlene (Jerry) Wilkins, Garth (Pat), Marcia (Norman) LaBarge, Edward "Ted" (Jean), Mark (Linda) and Linda (Duane) Smith, 31 grandchildren, 88 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great- grandchildren and six step children: Nancy (Carl) Anderson, Marti (John) Wiser, Jon (Patty) Macfarlane, Todd (d) (Kathy) Macfarlane, David (Julie) Macfarlane, Kelly (Becky) Macfarlane, 26 step grandchildren and 15 step great-grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, September 17th at 12 noon in the 21st Ward chapel, 2nd Avenue and "K" Street (680 East) in Salt Lake City, Utah. There will be a viewing held Friday evening from 6 until 8 in the Deseret Mortuary Chapel, #36 East 700 South, and from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. before the services at the 21st Ward building. Interment at Mountain View Memorial Estates, 3115 East 7800 South - Salt Lake City, Utah. www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Meldrum, Grace Durkee Grace Durkee Meldrum 1921 ~ 2005 Grace passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born April 20, 1921, in American Fall Idaho, to Fred D. and Eva Barnard Durkee. Moved to Salt Lake City in the second grade, graduated from East High School where she was a student body officer. She attended the University of Utah where she received an Art History BA degree in 1942. She was a student body officer at the University and was an active member in Chi Omega Sorority. August 3, 1943, she married Nibs Meldrum at Fist Presbyterian Church in Salt Lake City. While raising her children, she contributed countless hours to the PTA, Cub Scouts and PEO. For the past 45 years she was a member of Chapter E, PEO and served as its President. She served as President of the Utah Sate Chapter and as the Chairman of the Educational Loan Fund of PEO International. She was an active member of Town Club and Westminster Woman's Board. Grace was an accomplished artist who enjoyed panting in all mediums. She was very generous with her art work, which brought great joy to her family and friends. Survived by her loving and devoted husband Nibs, sons Peter D. (Cathie) and Daniel N. (Patty) all Salt Lake, grandsons Chris (Jen), Durham NC and Alexander, Salt Lake, great grandson Ian, Durham NC and sister Florence Madden of Salt Lake. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005, at 12 Noon at Wasatch Presbyterian Church, 1626 South 1700 East, Salt Lake City. Burial, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Grace Durkee Meldrum Endowed Scholarship - Department of Art at the University of Utah or Huntsman Cancer Center - Breast Cancer Research. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Mellor, Melba H. Melba H. Mellor "Together Again" FAYETTE, UTAH- Melba Elizabeth Hammond Mellor, 87, of Fayette, Utah, passed away September 14, 2005, in the Gunnison Hospital. She was born October 30, 1917, in Salina, Utah, to John Milton and Christine Katrina Jensen Hammond. She married Wendell Mellor, November 20, 1939, in Manti, Utah. The marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple, March 29, 1957. He preceded her in death August 4, 1999. She served faithfully in all the LDS Church Auxiliaries. She and Wendell served a service mission at the Bishop's Storehouse. She is especially known for all the beautiful handmade quilts that she made for her family and friends. She was an example of hard work, service and love to her posterity. She is survived by her children, Irene (Glade) Curtis, Santa Clara; Carolyn (Andrew) Demetropoulos, Tooele; Darlene (Steve) Sorenson, Murray; Brent (Carla) Mellor, Fayette; 14 grandchildren; 37 great-grand-children; two great-great-grand-children; brother, Donald (Lois) Hammond, Centerfield; sisters-in-law, LaRee Hammond, Fayette; Ruby Hammond, Fayette. Preceded in death by parents, husband, Wendell; two grandchildren; sisters: Sarah Frances, Thelma, Christie; brothers: Milton, Lowell and Paul Henry. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 19, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. in the Fayette LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the Ward Chapel in Fayette on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. and again on Monday from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Fayette Cemetery. Funeral directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. On line guest book at www.maglebymortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 9/16/2005 - 9/17/2005. Montoya, Randy J. "Duke of Earl" Randy J. Montoya "Duke of Earl" Some people touch our lives only briefly...while others leave a lasting impression and are never forgotten. Nothing can stop the Duke of Earl. We feel you baby brother. Its been one year. Love, Nannie, J.D, Gene, family Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Nordberg, Melvin Clyde "Mel" Melvin Clyde Nordberg "Mel" Melvin Clyde Nordberg passed away September 14, 2005 from complications of Alzheimers. Mel was born in Salt Lake City on February 8, 1920 to Ida and Adolph Nordberg. He grew up in Copperton, graduated from Bingham High School and the University of Utah. He and his wife, Elaine, were married 51 years. Mel served in the US Army during World War II. He was Chief Accountant for Lang Company and Dugway Proving Ground/Deseret Test Center. Mel retired in 1970 and became a "tennis bum". He also loved to play table tennis, chess, ballroom dance, harmonica, talking with people and traveling. Mel is survived by his wife, children Brian (Colleen) and Debbie (John) Colt and grandchildren Jefferson (9), Nicholas (5) and Daniel (1) Colt. He is preceded in death by his brother, Clifford and sister, Dorothy Lawrence Krause. The family would like to thank Alta Ridge Alzheimers Facility, especially Kathi, for the kind and loving care provided; also special thanks to Inspiration Hospice. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association or Community of Grace Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be held at Community of Grace Presbyterian Church, 2015 East Newcastle Drive (8890 South) on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005 at 11 a.m. Published in the Deseret News from 9/16/2005 - 9/17/2005. Perschon, Kevin Drew Kevin Drew Perschon 09/23/60 ~ 09/14/05 Kevin Drew Perschon passed away peacefully on September 14, 2005, at his home in Murray, Utah, of numerous medical complications in the presence of his wife Tina Perschon, two children, Amy Perschon Treuhaft (Garret) and Lindsay Perschon Philpot (Max), and puppy companion Britney Lou aka Bif Malibu. Kevin was born on September 23, 1960, to Pete and Jackie Perschon. Kevin resided in Murray, Utah, most of his life. He started an auto body shop out of his garage at age 20 and built Kevin's Auto Body & Paint into a very successful business. He enjoyed camping, boating, traveling, and cars. Everyone that came into Kevin's life fell in love with him. He was very personable, extremely charming, and had a great sense of humor. His favorite topic of conversation was himself. He was always thinking, creating, and inventing. Kevin is a one-of-a-kind person. He loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. He is a fighter and a survivor. The nurses at LDS Hospital named him the "Medical Marvel," and he was very proud of that title. Kevin is survived by his parents, wife, two children, siblings, Sylvia (Dave), Pam (Mark), Scott (Susan), Lisa (Grant), and Craig. He was also survived by and loved dearly by all his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Perschon; father-in-law; grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine St. Friends and family may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday evening at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Saturday. We would like to thank the nurses and doctors at LDS and Cottonwood Hospitals, as well as IHC Hospice. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Pokorny III, Charlie C. Charlie Pokorny Our Precious Baby Charles C. Pokorny III, Our littlest angel was born and got his wings on Monday, September 12, 2005. Born with Trisomy 18, he left his parents' loving arms to join the other tiny angels in God's loving arms. He was born to Charles (Chuck) Pokorny II and Karen Pokorny. Sending him to heaven with heavy hearts are his loving parents, his brother and sisters, Danny Pokorny, Niki Pokorny, Kalina Noland, and Sierra Noland. His grandparents, Charles and Maxine Pokorny of Layton and Larry and Marsha Bentley of Salt Lake City and his great-grandmothers Della Diamond, Spanish Fork,' Millie Monaghan, Omaha, NB; He also leaves behind many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. My little one you left too soon But I will see you in the stars and moon My Little Angel who shines so bright I'll sleep and dream of you each night. We love and miss you baby Charlie Visitation will be at Lindquist Mortuary at 1867 N Fairfield Rd, in Layton on Saturday, Sept, 17th at 10:00 a.m. Interment, Washington Heights Cemetery at 4500 Washington Boulevard in South Ogden at 11 :00 a.m.. Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Robinson, M. Dean M. Dean Robinson 1916 ~ 2005 Our loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, M. Dean Robinson, passed away September 12, 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, May 31, 1916, to Charles Lewis and Catherine Robinson. He was married to his loving wife Mae Barrus Robinson for 71 years, and they were sealed in the LDS Salt Lake Temple. Dean served faithfully in many callings in the LDS Church. An avid golfer, he had many shining moments playing competitively in golf tournaments throughout Utah for 70 years. He worked many years for Union Pacific Railroad. Prior to his retirement, he was Vice President of a national insurance company. Survived by his wife and four children, Gloria, Janice, Patricia and Richard; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; his brother Bryce and sister Deon. A viewing will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 So., Salt Lake City, Utah. Graveside services to follow at the Grantsville City Cemetery. The family expresses sincere appreciation to the staff of Silverado Aspen Park Rehabilitation Center. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the endowed scholarships Parks and Recreation extension at the University of Utah/Project GAIN, a program which supports golf lessons for individuals with disabilities: PRT U of U/Project GAIN, Room 200, 250 So. 1850 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0920. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Russell, Steve Gill 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 best friend and 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 from 9/14/2005 - 9/16/2005. Scherer, Fred Fred Scherer 1933 ~ 2005 Our Sweetheart of a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend Frederick Karl Scherer passed away Sept. 13, 2005 at American Fork Hospital after a valiant struggle with cancer. We grieve our loss, but rejoice he is having a great reunion with loved ones gone on before him. Fred was born in Provo, Utah on August 16, 1933 to Karl and Alice Sutherland Scherer. He attended Provo schools, graduating from Provo High School. He lettered in Basketball and Football. He married his high school sweetheart, Marbra Coles, in 1953. He proudly served his country in the US Air Force for four years. Upon returning, he attended the University of Utah. After graduating in Electrical Engineering, he joined Chevron Corporation where he worked for over 33 years. Although he achieved much in his life he remained a humble man who always showed perfect love to his family and to everyone who came to know him He is survived by his wife Marbra and children Alison (Kip) Gibson, Timothy (Allison) Scherer and Matthew (Kristi) Scherer and nine perfect grandchildren Derek Gibson, Dana (Landon) Garner, Amy Gibson, Jared Gibson and Madison, Hannah, Isabel Scherer and Jack and Paige Scherer. Funeral services for Fred will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Alpine 12th LDS Ward Chapel, 910 South High Bench Road, Alpine, Utah. Family and friends may call Saturday morning from 9:00-11:00 a.m. also at the Alpine 12th Ward Chapel. interment, Alpine City Cemetery. Funeral Directors, Warenski Funeral Home of American Fork, Utah. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005. Thackeray, Al J. "Al" Al Thackeray 1924 ~ 2005 OGDEN - A.J. "Al" Thackeray went to live with his Heavenly Father on September 12, 2005 after a valiant fight with cancer. Al was born November 27, 1924, Thanksgiving Day, in Ogden, UT to Leah Nelson and Alma Thackeray. He attended Ogden schools and Weber College. He married his life-long partner, Jean Palmer, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on November 27, 1946. Al retired from Hill Air Force Base on January 5, 1980 as a weapon system logistic officer. His family and grandchildren were the most important things in his life. His interests included traveling, bowling and spending time at their mountain property with family. He was a high priest in the LDS Church. Survived by his wife, Jean; son, Kevin (Susan) Thackeray; grandsons Travis (Kim) Lewis, one great-grand-daughter, Andrea Lewis; Clinton (Jessica) Thackeray, Nick (Sheryl) Thackeray, and Cory Thackeray; one brother Jay (Coy) Thackeray; one sister Barbara (Art) Headley, an aunt, Katherine Putnam, and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Linda Lewis, two brothers and a sister. Al was a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grand-father with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed by all that knew him. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Applegate Home Health Care, Vista Hospice Care and Washington Terrace Health Care for their loving and kind care to Al and the family during his illness. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 16 at 1:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd., where friends may call on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Myers Evergreen Memorial Park. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/16/2005. Turner, William Nisbet William Nisbet Turner Devoted Father, Grandfather William Nisbet Turner, age 82, died September 13, 2005, in Legacy House. He was born on May 4, 1923, in Clear Creek to Sylvester Samuel and Janet Turner. He married Colleen Birch on April 1, 1946, in Salt Lake City Temple. Bill enjoyed fishing, boating, woodworking, camping and hunting. He was a master plumber and loved playing with grandkids and Bruder. He touched everyone he met with his smile and his sense of humor. He is survived by three children, Craig (Nancy), Pam (Doug) Malone, Roger (Marsha), seven grandchildren and one sister Marion Hilton. He was preceded in death by his wife Colleen Turner, three brothers and one sister. Our deepest appreciation to those at Legacy House and Hospice who helped take care of dad. Graveside services will be held Saturday September 18, 2005 at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South, at 11 a.m. Viewing will be held Friday, September 16, 2005, from 6 - 8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East and one hour prior to graveside services at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary. Condolences can be sent to www.celebratinglife-ut.com. Published in the Deseret News from 9/15/2005 - 9/16/2005.