OBITS: Deseret News 20 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 Adams, Virginia Olpin Virginia Olpin Adams 1932 ~ 2005 (Elva) Virginia Olpin Adams passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2005 in Salt Lake City at the age of 73 after a strong "iron will" battle with several diseases. She was born July 19, 1932 in Flushing, New York to Dr. Albert Ray Olpin, previous President of the University of Utah and Elva Chipman Olpin. Virginia married Neal Harris Adams in the Salt Lake Temple on December 23, 1952. Her husband preceded her in death on October 18, 1965. Virginia is a member of the LDS Church where she filled many assignments. She enjoyed singing in the church choir for many years and also enjoyed visiting teaching with other members. Many were touched by her generous nature. Virginia worked for ZCMI where she managed the children's clothing department and later worked in the store's popular bakery. She retired in July 1997 after 25 years of service. Virginia was an avid sports fan, diligently following the University of Utah gymnastics, basketball, and football games. But most of all, Virginia loved her family. She was committed to her everlasting relationship with her husband and made being a homemaker and raising her children her priority. She is survived by her daughter Linda Rae Adams Anderson Geigle (Larry) and son Kenneth Harris Adams (Faith) both from Murray, Utah, four grandchildren; Sharlene Anderson Dunn (Ryan Evans), Melissa Geigle Green (Brad), Christopher Wayne Adams (Erin), Nicholas Neal Adams and two great-grandchildren; Jordan Rae Dunn and Casey James Dunn and two sisters and a brother; Helen Rae Olpin Snow Callahan living in Salt Lake City, Barbara Jean Hooks living in Draper, and Howard Ray Olpin (Marilyn) living in Plano, Texas. She will be missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive at 2 p.m. Family and friends can call one hour prior to the service or on the evening prior from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made for Charity Care in memory of Virginia to the Deseret Foundation, 8th Avenue C Street, SLC, UT 84143. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Ashton, Michelle Madsen Michelle Madsen Ashton 1963 ~ 2005 GUNNISON, UTAH- Michelle Madsen Ashton, 42, of Gunnison, Utah, passed away September 17, 2005, at her home in Gunnison with her family by her side. She was born January 30, 1963, in Gunnison, Utah to Jack Gail and Mary Lois Greaves Madsen. She married Bret H. Ashton, June 28, 1983, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Michelle was a unique individual who used her talents to bless the lives of anyone she came in contact with. Her passion for creativity, nature, beauty and things that stirred the heart, have influenced the lives of many. Her greatest joy and happiest times were spent with her family at ball games, backyards, the cabin, Lake Powell, or around a quilt top. Michelle is a perfect example of a kindred neighbor and friend. She was always giving of her time and talents unselfishly. She faithfully served in the Primary, Young Womens, and Relief Society organizations of the LDS Church. Her beautiful smile and bright countenance will be treasured forever. She is survived by her husband Bret of Gunnison; children, Gaven Ashton, McKell Ashton, Taylor Ashton, Conner Ashton, all of Gunnison; parents, Jack and Mary Lois Madsen, Christenburg; brothers and sisters, Russell Madsen, Page, AZ; Dale (Sunee) Madsen, Yorbalinda, CA; David (Debra) Madsen, Christenburg; Diane (Allen) Dyreng, Gunnison; Jenene (Mark) Monroe, Scipio; Scott (Kerri) Madsen, South Jordan; father and mother-in-law: Larry (Joan) Ashton, Mapleton; Teddy (Al) Chappell, Manti. Preceded in death by grandparents, Milton and Jennie Greaves, Parley and Miranda Madsen. Funeral service will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005, at 12:00 Noon in the Gunnison Stake Center. Friends may call at the Stake Center on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and again on Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Mayfield Cemetery. Funeral directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina, Manti. On line guest book at www.maglebymortuary.com. The Ashton family wished to express a special thanks to those who have taken care of Michelle: Dr. Dwight Inouye and Jocie Blackburn, Dr. Sandra Buys and the Huntsman Cancer Institute, Gunnison Valley Hospital, Gunnison Home Health staff and many friends and family. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Atkinson, Mildred Watkins Mildred Watkins Atkinson 1915 ~ 2005 Mildred Watkins Atkinson, 89, died peacefully September 15, 2005, of natural causes and a heartfelt desire to rejoin her sweetheart who preceded her. We will miss her deeply. Her work career started as a buyer for ZCMI, then as a homemaker for her family and finally as office manager for Covey Investments. Mildred was active in the LDS church where she served in Primary, Young Women's and Relief Society presidencies. She made her home in the Parley's wards for 49 years. Most often she was found playing the organ. Music was her constant companion and her organ and piano playing, singing and dancing are a lasting legacy of memories to her family. Her membership in Lady Lions Club and other community groups brought her great satisfaction and lifelong friends. She and Loyal traveled worldwide together. She was known for her beautiful quilts. Knitting, cooking, swimming, golf and bridge were just a few of her hobbies. Her life was filled with service and compassion for family and friends. Mildred was born December 6, 1915, in Frontier, Wyoming, to Nymphus Jay Watkins and Estella Thomas. She married Loyal King Atkinson on September 4, 1946. She is survived by her children: Rhoana (Harold) Shaw, Bruce (Chris) Atkinson; sister, Patricia (Cecil) Whiting; eight grandchildren, six great-grand-children and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Loyal; sisters, Evelyn Nielsen, and Elizabeth Slagle. Funeral Services will be held Thursday Sept. 22, 2005 at 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 3401 South Highland Dr, where friends may call Wed. Sept 21, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Averett, Clyde Milton Clyde Milton Averett 1926 ~ 2005 Clyde Milton Averett passed away September 18, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born January 29, 1926, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Witt and Elsie Averett. He graduated from South High School in 1944 and spent the next 16 months in the Army Air Force. He married his high school sweetheart Maxine Kendall on March 15, 1945, and marriage was later solemnized September 17, 1945, in the Salt Lake Temple while on military leave. He served as Ward Clerk to four bishops, Stake and Ward Young Men Mutual Association, Sunday School Superintendent and Ward Family History Consultant. Clyde retired from Hill Air Force Base in 1986 where he was engaged in the development of Logistic Computer Systems involving worldwide application and required extensive travel throughout the United States. His years of retirement were spent at the cabin he designed and built on the North slopes of the Uintahs. Enjoyed traveling and most recently following the Utes (basketball and football teams). Enjoyed visiting with children, grandchildren and great grandchild. Survived by his wife, Maxine; daughters Judy (Brian) Mitchell, Devra (John) Caminiti, Laurence (Carl) Boyer, Gaylin (Jim) Ford; 20 grandchildren and 28 grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, brothers, Kenneth Averett, Rex Larsen and sister, Viola Yeagman. Services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Bountiful Heights 41st Ward, 33 South 1500 East. Viewing will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2005 from 7- 9 p.m. and one hour prior to services. Interment: Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Bountiful, Utah. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Boman, Ray L. Ray L. Boman 8/22/1921~9/18/2005 Ray LaMarr Boman, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away peacefully Sunday. Surrounded by his family he left this life to begin another mission for the Lord. He died from injuries sustained after a fall from a ladder on Wednesday evening. Ray was born August 22, 1921 in Lewiston, Utah to Golden and Pheobe Boman. He has five brothers (Alva, Don, Lael, Asel, Ted) and two sisters (Connie Morrison, Mary Downs). In August of 1944, he married his sweetheart, Joye Bambrough, in the Salt Lake Temple. After graduating from North Cache High School in 1939, he enlisted in the Naval Aviation Cadet Program and was commissioned as a Navy Fighter Pilot. During World War II he served his country in the South Pacific. In 1950 he received a degree in Aeronautics from Utah State University and spent the next 33 years as a FAA air traffic controller. He and Joye visited 64 temples across the world. As part of his travels he has snow skied the slopes of Utah, water-skied at Lake Powell, and fished at Yellowstone. He has snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef, walked on the Great Wall of China, hiked the glaciers of Alaska, marveled at the Andes Mountains in Chile, participated in an African Safari, and traveled 49 states in the motor home. Ray has been valiant in his church callings, especially his seventeen years in Scouting where he received Scouting's highest honor, The Silver Beaver. He served in three bishoprics, was a Bountiful Temple ordinance worker, and was currently serving as the ward mission leader. He and Joye served full time in the Micronesia, Guam Mission and the Orlando, Florida Mission. He was known for his leadership in the Exchange Club and was responsible for displaying and honoring the American Flag. He is credited for installing many Freedom Shrines which contain our nations founding documents in local schools. He has been actively involved in the WIT Club. His greatest joy and blessing has been his four children: Brenda Carter (Paul) Aurora, CO., Bradley Boman (MaryAnn) Pasadena, CA, Al Boman (Debbie) Bountiful, UT, and JoLene Bunnell (Brent), Lindon, UT., and his thirteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mueller Park 3rd Ward chapel, 1825 S 850 E in Bountiful. Friends and family may call Wednesday evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary at 295 N Main, Bountiful and Thursday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Lakeview Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Exchange Club of Bountiful at 768 South 750 East, Bountiful, Utah 84010. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Bozich, Gloria Kathryn Olson Gloria Kathryn Olson Bozich 05/22/23 ~ 09/19/05 In loving memory of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who passed away peacefully in Salt Lake City on Sept. 19, 2005, with her husband at her side. Born May 22, 1923, in Murray, UT to Ernest Wicks and Goldie Kathryn Olson Fallentine. She grew up in Salt Lake City, graduated from South High School at the age of 16, English Major at the U of U and a true blue B.Y.U. fan. She was an avid reader and had a wonderful sense of humor. She loved music. Upon her passing she will be greeted by loving family members and a collection of numerous pets. Gloria married Anthony T. Bozich II on April 9, 1944. Later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, enjoying 61 years of marriage. She was an active member of the LDS Church. Survived by her husband, Anthony Thomas II; six children, Anthony Thomas III, Craig, Carol West, Greta Burler, Gail Conlin, Eric and her brother Eugene R. Fallentine. Preceded in death by her parents, stepfather, brother Ernest and grandson Brian. Services will be held Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wasatch 8th Ward, 3625 Dover Hill Drive (7660 South), Salt Lake City, UT. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service. Interment at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South, Salt Lake City, UT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in her name to Primary Children's Medical Center. Our family appreciates the kind care of Dr. David J. Howe, and the staff of St. Mark's Hospital. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Chatterton, Thelma Gilbert Thelma Gilbert Chatterton 9/23/1921 ~ 9/18/2005 Thelma Gilbert Chatterton, age 83, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thelma was born September 23, 1921 in Fairview, Idaho to Frank James and Matilda Barlow Gilbert. She married Willis Atkinson Chatterton September 22, 1944 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple; who preceded her in death December 24, 1986. Thelma was a woman of great character, faith, talent, kindness, humor, and independence. She was an active member of the LDS church and served in the Eastern States Mission. She also served in many church callings including the Relief Society, Primary, and was the Young Women's president. Thelma loved to learn. She graduated from Preston High School and earned her B.A. from the University of Utah in 1982. She loved sports, was an enthusiastic fan of the U. of U. and the Utah Jazz, and loved watching her kids and grandkids participate in various activities. She loved music and was a cellist in the Westminster Community Orchestra for many years. Thelma is survived by her 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and five children, Tanya Chatterton, Timothy Chatterton, Corinne Nasella, Patrice Winn, and Todd Chatterton. Funeral services will be held Wednesday September 21, 2005, 1 p.m. at the Rosecrest First Ward, 3101 South 2300 East. Friends may visit with the family Tuesday evening September 20, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church Wednesday from 11:45-12:45 p.m. prior to the services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. We love you, Mom. You will be greatly missed and Christmas season will not be the same without your hand dipped chocolates. Published in the Deseret News from 9/19/2005 - 9/20/2005. Grossarth, Jodi Diane Jodi Diane Grossarth 8/9/77 ~ 9/16/05 Our baby sister, Jodi Diane Grossarth, passed away September 16, 2005 in her sleep in Bountiful, Utah. Jodi was born in Portland, Oregon on August 9, 1977, the youngest of six children to Galen W. and Barbara Ann Nisbet Grossarth. She was raised in Beaverton, OR. She moved to Bountiful in 1994. She graduated from Woods Cross High School in 1996 and earned an associate degree from Salt Lake Community College in 1999. Jodi worked in the telecom industry for many years for various companies, most recently for Qwest. Jodi was the "favorite aunt" to seven nieces and two nephews and spoiled them with movies, and trips to the arcade and the mall. Jodi had a kind and giving heart and was quick to help someone in need. In death, she serves others by being a skin, bone and tissue donor. Jodi was a member of the LDS church and attended the 55th Ward in Bountiful. Most recently she had been considering returning to college to pursue a degree in crime scene analysis. Jodi is survived by brother, David (Deadea) Grossarth of Buckeye, AZ; sisters, Vicky (Todd) Lowder of Salida, CA; Nancy (Jay) Jordan of Bountiful, UT; and Julie (Dave) Carattini of Avondale, AZ; grandmother Beryl Nisbet of Bountiful, UT, who had graciously opened her home to Jodi for the past four months; nieces and nephews, Lindsey Alberts, Taylor Grossarth, Allison, Janelle, Hayley and Holly Lowder, Alex and Andrew Jordan, and Bryn Carattini. She is also survived by her stepmother, Connie Grossarth of Buckeye, AZ and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Jodi was preceded in death by both parents, her older brother, Steven W. Grossarth, and three grandparents. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Bountiful 55th Ward Chapel, 2285 South 200 West. Friends and family may call Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and Thursday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Sunset Hills Memorial Cemetery in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10 a.m. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Haley, Janet Janet Haley 1948 ~ 2005 Janet died Tuesday morning, September 6th, 2005, at Lakeview Hospital, Bountiful, Utah, of complications from a severe traumatic brain injury suffered six years earlier while mountain biking at Beaver Creek resort, Colorado. Her loving husband Art was by her side as he always tried to be. Janet was born February 7th, 1948 in St Joseph, Missouri to Herbert Knadler, Sr. and Lela Faye Rapp Knadler. She graduated from St Joseph Central High School, Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, Kansas, and Avila College, Belton, Missouri. She graduated with degrees in Public Administration and Health Care Administration. Before her accident she was employed at Comphealth, Salt Lake, Utah as an Accreditations Manager. Janet was a very active person who won many awards as a runner in 5K and 10K races. She competed in the Macy's Marathon, Kansas City, Missouri, and the Pikes Peak Marathon in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She loved to ski and hike and was looking forward to more travel. The last six years in a body that no longer worked had to have been very hard on her. Janet is survived by her husband of 26 years, Arthur, of the home in Sandy, Utah. She is survived by her parents Herbert, Sr. and Lela Faye, of St Joseph, Missouri, and is also survived by three brothers, Roger, Jerry, and Herbert, Jr., all of Easton, Missouri, and numerous nephews and nieces. She had many friends who grieve her passing with great sorrow. To know her was to have loved her. Funeral services were conducted on September 10th at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home, St. Joseph, Missouri, and burial at the Blakely Cemetery, Easton, Missouri. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Brain Injury Association of Utah, 1800 S. West Temple, Suite 203, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84115. Published in the Deseret News from 9/18/2005 - 9/20/2005. Hansen, Jerome Reid "Jerry" Jerome Reid (Jerry) Hansen 1924 ~ 2005 Beloved and cherished husband, father and grandfather, Jerome Reid (Jerry) Hansen passed away September 15, 2005. Jerry was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to George L. and Blanche G. Hansen on April 1, 1924, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Jerry married Peggy Lowe in Salt Lake City in 1949. For 56 years, they enjoyed a rich, full life together. Jerry served in the US Army during World War II. He was injured while fighting in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded the Purple Heart. After attending Syracuse University and Northwestern University, Jerry graduated from Purdue University in 1948 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jerry was proud to receive the Purdue University Engineering Alumni Association Service Award in 1997. Jerry worked for US Smelting and Refining Company and the Johns-Manville Company before starting his own business, JRH Sales, a manufacturer's representative firm. Jerry had a great love of golf and was a founding member of Willow Creek Country Club. He was also a lifelong member of the Christian Science Church. Jerry is survived by his wife, Peggy, and three children: Eileen Hansen (Denise Wells), of San Francisco; Scott Hansen (Peggy Norton), of Salt Lake City; and Lisa Hansen Mietchen (Scott Mietchen), of Salt Lake City. "Pop" is also survived by three grandchildren who adored him: Abby Mietchen, Alex Mietchen and Maddie Hansen, all of Salt Lake City. The family is grateful for the help of Tyrone Winston, Dorothy Brown and Renee Marquez, who supported Jerry with great dignity. A memorial service will be held for Jerry at noon, on Tuesday, September 20, 2005, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. The family will greet friends prior to the service, from 10:30 to Noon. In lieu of flowers, Jerry's family would appreciate contributions made to Second Church of Christ, Scientist, 1165 South Foothill Boulevard, Salt Lake City, UT 84108; to the Jerome R. Hansen Scholarship Fund, c/o Purdue University Foundation, 403 West Wood Street, West Lafayette, IN 47097; or to the School Bell Program, c/o The Assistance League of Salt Lake City, 2090 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84109. Following the service, a gathering will be held at Town Club, 1081 East South Temple. Published in the Deseret News from 9/17/2005 - 9/20/2005. Hellberg, Bernice Homer Bernice Homer Hellberg 1914 - 2005 Today we are celebrating the life of the grandest lady we know, Bernice Homer Hellberg, who passed peacefully at home Sept. 16, 2005 with her large and loving family nearby. Born June 4, 1914 in Poplar, Idaho, to Edmund Earl and Elda Muir Homer, she also lived In Rigby, ID. before moving to Utah. She attended West High and South High and graduated from Salt Lake Business College. She then embarked on a long and successful career in the aviation industry, including National Parks Airways and the original Western Air Lines. There she met the love of her life, Carl Hellberg, and these aviation pioneers worked and traveled the country together, building Thompson Flying Service and Salt Lake Aircraft Parts along the way. True to her nature of helping others, she volunteered for years with the Civil Air Patrol, searching for and rescuing other pilots in distress. Her charm, poise, and keen sense of humor made her an instant friend of anyone who had the good fortune to cross her path, and she had many lifelong friends. No one ever left her abode empty-handed! She is survived by her sister, soulmate, and fellow musketeer Lucille Murri, close friend and brother-in-law, Mark Kasper, and caring and loved son, Jerry (Dione) Hellberg. Preceded by sons Ken Hellberg and Tom Hellberg, brother (Dean Homer) in WWII, and her other soulmate, and the third musketeer, sister Eleanor Kasper. She is the proud "Gramma B" of David (Keeley) Hellberg, Susan (Scott) Young, Debbie (Audrey) Hellberg and Jennifer Hellberg-Nazer, and "Aunt BeBe" to Karen (Mike) Hepworth, Marilyn (Kent) Beckman, Pat (Jim) Boynton, Tom (Melanie) Kasper, Janet (Wayne) McArthur, Cal (Meredith) Murri, Elizabeth (Greg) Milward, Ken (Becky) Murri, and Scott (Libby) Murri. She also adored, and was adored by, her dozens of great-grand children, nieces and nephews. Our celebration continues Friday, Sept. 23rd,12:00 noon at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, SLC Friends may call the hour before services. Interment immediately following at the Bountiful City Cemetery, 2020 South 200 West. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Hemming, Leon Wale Leon Wale Hemming 1914 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother Leon Wale Hemming, died September 17,2005 in Napa, Calif. after a courageous battle with cancer. \He was born October 27, 1914 in Baker, Oregon to Albert Lee Brown and Ruth Pauline Wale. During his early years he was raised by his grandmother Maria Paulina Bissegger Wale, whom he dearly loved. Following his mother's divorce and marriage to John Sanford "Jack" Hemming, the family moved to Salt Lake City, Utah. Leon attended Granite High School in Salt Lake City and as a young man developed a passion for golf. He enjoyed many afternoons and weekends at the Nibley Park Golf Course and the Bonneville Golf Course with his brother Wally and friends. After graduation he took employment at the American Smelting and Refining Company in Magna, Utah. He met the love of his life, Ruth Oviatt, at Utah's famed Lagoon resort in Farmington and they married in 1943. They had three children: Richard, Janet and Shauna. During World War II, Leon helped America's war effort by working for the Boeing Airplane Company in Seattle, Washington as a mechanic. After the war, the family settled in Southern California at Huntington Park where Leon worked as a valued sales executive with the Detroit-based Fruehauf Trailer Company. The family moved to the San Francisco Bay area in 1951 settling in Hayward, California where Leon became owner of the San Leandro Trucking Company. For more than 25 years, he was a major supplier of refined oil to regional asphalt manufacturers, playing a role in the housing and highway boom that accompanied California's population explosion in the 50s, 60s and 70s. Dad always balanced hard work with golf and frequent family trips and vacations to Disneyland, Carmel, Palm Springs, Mendocino and Utah. His favorite pastime was playing golf at Castlewood Country Club in Pleasanton, Calif. His mastery of the game was rewarded with two holes in one and a two handicap. He was well-loved, jovial and good-natured and helped others see the positive side of life. He loved his family and will be remembered as a generous and loving father and husband. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Speaking on behalf of the grandchildren, grandson Christian recalled Leon as a "golf instructor and tinkerer, family man and wrestler. Well known and loved as a familiar face by chefs and waiters from the Hickory Pit to the Lanai. A perennial joker and rascal, he never hesitated to share a bite of dessert with a waiter or a bit of advice with "the wheel." Revered at the track for his uncanny luck and around the green for his graceful chip-shot. Well, this is our last farewell, and we can imagine his watery eyes, and sensitive generosity brimming as we part. He truly is going to heaven in a chariot. Goodbye grandpa." He is survived by Ruth, his wife of 62 years; his children Richard (Nancy) Hemming, Napa, Calif.; Janet Hemming of Salt Lake City, and Shauna Waters of Salt Lake City; grandchildren: Christian and Kathryn Waters, Ryan and Matthew Hemming; three sisters: June Blair, Lorraine Tulin and Mary Ann Webster, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, and brothers Wallace and Dennis. Leon will be buried in a private family ceremony in the Farmington, Utah cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Kempe, Robert N. Robert N. Kempe 1934 ~ 2005 NORTH OGDEN -Robert N. Kempe, 71, former resident of Soda Springs, Idaho, passed away peacefully with his wife and children by his side, on Sunday, September 18, 2005 from a chronic illness. He was born July 9, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, a son of Walter and Erika Kempe. Robert settled in Salt Lake City until his marriage to Jeanne Anne Catmull in 1962. They spent their first three years in Germany while he was serving with the U.S. Army. He loved serving his country. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings including a second mission to Germany with his wife. Robert worked for the Monsanto Company as a mechanical engineer in Springfield, Massachusetts for 11 years. In 1976 the family moved to Soda Springs, Idaho where he worked another 20 years for Monsanto. He loved the Scouting program and was awarded the Silver Beaver for his service. Robert's hobby was photography. Surviving are his wife, Jeanne Anne, children Robert C. (Debbie) Kempe, Heidi (Adam) Nebeker, Karl (Wendy) Kempe, Stephen Kempe, David Kempe, Sarah (Chris) Rigby, and Michael Kempe. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren whom he dearly loved. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the North Ogden 2nd Ward Chapel, 770 East 2100 North. Friends may call at the Ward Chapel on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Holladay Memorial Park, 4900 Memory Lane, Holladay, Utah. Funeral Directors, Lindquist's North Ogden Mortuary. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Loveland, Heber J. Heber J. Loveland 1936 ~ 2005 LAYTON - Heber J. Loveland, 68, died Sunday September 18, 2005 in his home from cancer. He was born December 15, 1936 in Boise, Idaho; son of J. Howe and Nancy Tolman Loveland. He married Patricia A. Wallace, June 19, 1961 in Henderson, NV; and was sealed in the Mesa AZ Temple. He served a Northern States LDS Mission. He received a B.S. degree in Nuclear Physics. e retired after 25 years from the U.S. Dept. of Defense at HAFB. He is survived by his wife, Patsy; children, Doug (Brigitte), ID; Brad (Faline), UT; Bill (Susan), ID; Casey (Amy), UT; Chris (Andrea), FL; Kerry (Jeni), ID; 23 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three brothers and two sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Kaysville 17th Ward, 875 E. 200 No. Friends and family may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road and Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Ephraim Cemetery at 4 p.m. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. McKinney, Richard L. Richard L. McKinney 1918 ~ 2005 Richard Leslie McKinney, 87, died peacefully September 16, 2005, in his American Fork home, surrounded by family members who lovingly cared for him in that home over the last years of his life. Born March 17, 1918, to Rhoda Johnson McKinney and John Leslie McKinney of Cedar Valley. His family moved into the American Fork home in 1935 and he raised his own family on the same ranch after marrying Jolien Popp of Heber City on June 5, 1948. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 53 years, and his brothers, Kenneth, Jay and John, and sisters, Helen Stassi and Johnell Yurka. He is survived by his five children: Richele (Robb) Borchert and their children, Justin and Melyssa; Diane (Ed) Kellogg and their children, Amelia, Jeff and Brad; John Leslie (Jan) McKinney and their children, Rachel, Jeremy (Karissa and sons Myles and Cy), Andrew, Daniel, James (Chelsea and daughter Olivia), Shaliese, Phillip and Deborah; Patty (DeMar) Young and their children, Jenny (Micah and children Kylee, Emily, Josh and Nathan), Matthew (Jessica and daughters Sage and Sydnee), Wendy (Christian and sons Kaleb, Austin and Tyler), Chrissy (Dennis and son Jacob); Cindy (Keith) Young and their children, Angela (and son Jordan), Lon (Chalyce), Ashley, Leslie Jo, Lance and Kyle. He played both basketball and football in high school and served in the Army Air Corps as a pilot during World War II and later as an Air Force reservist flying out of Hill Air Force Base. When flying on weekend duty, he reportedly buzzed the ranch to let Jolien know how much he missed her. He believed in working hard and tended a large garden, when not caring for the thousands of egg-laying chickens on the ranch or working for the Utah State Highway Department. He was known to deliver produce from his garden to neighbors then leave free vegetables at the end of the lane for anyone passing by. Despite his well-established reputation for generosity, most knew that if they raided his corn patch uninvited they would hear gunshots. His life was dedicated to his wife and their five children, 23 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. The family invites friends to join them in honoring Richard on Thursday, Sept. 22nd at 11:00 a.m. at the chapel at 500 North 700 West in American Fork, where there will be a viewing beginning at 10:00 a.m. There will also be a viewing on Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson & Sons Mortuary, 49 East 100 North, American Fork. Burial will be in the Heber City Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. with military honors. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to friends and hospice workers for their care and concern in recent weeks, as well as over the course of his long and well-lived life. Particular thanks go to cousins who have come from far away to honor Uncle Dick, close neighbors Byron and Shauna Healey who were always there, and to Dr. Tom Rogers and his staff. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Muir, Myrtle L. Sisam Jex Myrtle L. Sisam Jex Muir "Special Mom" Myrtle L. Muir passed away September 19, 2005. She was born July 9, 1911, in Midvale, UT, to Wilford M. Sisam and Mary E. Butterfield. She married Maurice W. Jex and together had four children; later divorced. She then married Wallace W. Muir; deceased. Myrtle attended Jordan High School. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Her love of life was her family and serving others. We will miss her great sense of humor. She is survived by her children, M. Brent (Joy) Jex, Ogden; Janice (William) Hickok, West Valley City; Darrell W. Jex, Taylorsville; sister, Patsy S. Guthrie; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and one more great-great-grandchild soon to be. Preceded in death by Maurice W. Jex; Wallace W. Muir; Charlene Jex Luing, daughter; Raymond C. Jex, grandson; one sister; and 3 brothers. Special thanks to all the loving care givers at Rocky Mountain Care Center in West Valley City. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., where friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday and from 10-10:45 a.m. on Thursday. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. s Nelson, Audrey Audrey Nelson 10/25/30 ~9/20/04 Mother-Grandmother Miss and love you always, wish you were here. We need a recipe and direction. Your family. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Pitts, Howard Thomas H.T. Pitts 1918 ~ 2005 PRICE, Carbon Co. Utah-Howard Thomas Pitts, 86, passed away peacefully at his home in Price on Sunday morning, September 18, 2005. He was born in Myton, Utah on September 27, 1918 to Thomas Vivian and Ruth Edwards Pitts. Graduated from Carbon High School. He then moved to San Francisco, California, where he worked as an apprentice in the plumbing business. He returned to Price where he began his own trucking business. Married Elaine Smith, December 3, 1939. They had one daughter (Myrna). Elaine died November 24, 1940. Served in the Pacific Islands as a SeaBee in the Navy during World War II. He married Edna Pilling on March 4, 1946; she died March 14, 1997, after 50 years of marriage. Later, his brother, Kenneth, joined him in forming a construction business. During this time, along with Lieb Miller, they built the two large water tanks still in use in Price. They built bridges in Utah and Idaho and completed many other construction projects. He also hauled coal for many businesses in the county. In 1953, he and Kenneth also began another business, Pitts Brother's Wrecking and Auto. He operated this business, even after his brother's death, until he was 75 and then retired. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed hunting, photography, and gardening. He won the monthly best-kept yard in Price Award two times, once in 2004 and just this past month, 2005. He was a hard worker, successful businessman, loving husband, father, grandfather and a well-loved neighbor and friend. He will be missed by his family and his many friends. Survived by four daughters, Myrna (Leonard) Trauntvein, Nephi; Charlotte (Wallace) Kilfoyle, Boise, ID; Laurel (Thomas) Marinos, Cydney (Michael) Anderson, both of Price; two brothers and one sister, Morgan (June) Pitts, Travor City, WI; Robert (Maxine) Pitts, Price; and Patricia Lubbe, Las Vegas; 14 grandchildren, Shawn (Kimberly) Trauntvein, Layton; Melanie (Howard) Bolton, Milford, MA; Todd (Amy) Trauntvein, Johnstown, OH; Eric (Amy) Trauntvein, Payson; AnnMarie (Brandon) Howard, Provo; Julie (James) Jones, Nephi; Kirsten (Jared) Waite, Colorado Springs, CO; David (Arbree) Trauntvein, St. George; Brenda (Nathaniel) Golden, Boise, ID; Bridget Campbell, Boise, ID; Ursula (Cris) Pereira, West Jordan; Gust T. Marinos, Price; David M. Anderson, Las Vegas, NV; Terri Pierce, Price; 29 loving great-grandchildren, and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Kenneth Pitts; two sisters, Vera Pearl Pitts and Bernice Narrisso. Funeral service, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005, 11:00 a.m., Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main St., Price. Family will be at Mitchell's Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to service. Interment, Price City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 9/20/2005. Topham, Wilma Swapp Wilma Swapp Topham 9/8/1918 ~ 9/15/2005 Wilma Swapp Topham, 87, died peacefully in her sleep at home September 15, 2005, of heart disease. She was born September 8, 1918 in Kanab, Utah the seventh of 10 children born to William Spencer and Lettie May Young Swapp. Wilma spent her girlhood in the red hills of Kanab, and was educated in public schools. In 1935, she met the love of her life, Earl Topham of Paragonah. They were married September 9, 1935 and celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary before Earl's death in 1999. In 1941 they moved to Salt Lake, where Earl worked as a long-distance driver for PIE. In 1946, they bought a barren acre of ground in the East Millcreek area, and together worked for the next 50 years transforming it into a verdant landscape with a lovely home. Their marriage was blessed with five children. She was a devoted wife and mother, and spent her days performing tasks foreign to many modern mothers, darning socks, sewing clothing (including prom dresses!), cooking three meals a day, year in and year out, washing clothes and hanging them on the line to dry, ironing, planting, irrigating, and harvesting a large garden (then canning the produce), and tending beautiful flower gardens. After Earl's death, Wilma's constant and much-loved companion was her cat, Lil Kit. She had an active mind to the end and was particularly interested in nature, history, and local, national, and international events. She was an active member of the LDS church, and served in various positions in the Primary and Relief Society. Her marriage to Earl was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple in 1964. Wilma is survived by her children (and their spouses), Kent (Janet), Jeralynn Winder (Dave), Barry (Tri-sha), Cheryl Sue Whiteside (Ron), and Shane (Becky). She also is survived by 20 grandchildren, and 29 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings (Gerald, Lenore Judd, Valere, Barton, Royal, Ellsworth, Neola, Felice, and Blaine); her husband, Earl; and her granddaughter, Susannah Topham. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005, 12 noon at the Rosecrest First Ward, 3101 South 2300 East. Friends may visit with the family Wednesday evening September 21, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church Thursday from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment and graveside dedication will be held Friday, September 23, 2005, 1 p.m. at the Paragonah Cemetery, Paragonah, Utah. We love you, Mom. Take a well-deserved rest, reunited with your many loved ones, until we meet again. Published in the Deseret News from 9/18/2005 - 9/20/2005. Williams, Steve R. Steve R. Williams 1953 ~ 2005 "Bigcat" Steve R. Williams was killed while doing one of the things he loved most, riding his bicycle in Southern, Utah. Survived by his wife, Patty Brasher; their beloved dog, Bella; his sister, Laura Edlund; his brothers, Dee Williams, Scott Williams, Bob Williams, and Kip Williams; nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of the following - Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center 2242 W. No. Temple, SLC, UT, 84116 or Utah Bicycle Coalition P.O. Box 581531, SLC, UT, 85158-1521. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 23, 2005 at Washington Park, Mountain Dell Terrace, (Up Parley's Canyon) from 1-4 p.m. Published in the Deseret News from 9/19/2005 - 9/20/2005.