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Anderson, Beulah V.
Beulah V. Anderson 1924 ~ 2005 Beulah VanNoy Anderson, age 80, Grantsville,
died April 8, 2005 at Tooele Medical Center of heart failure. She was born
April 18, 1924 in Thayne, Wyoming to Abrum LeGrant VanNoy and Elva Coy. She
married Glen Gailey Anderson Sept. 21, 1946 in Elko, NV. Later solemnized in
the Logan Temple, March 1, 1963. He preceded her in death March 5, 1985. She
was an active member of the LDS Church and spent her life in service to others
both in the church and the community. She had a generous heart and loved
helping others. All who knew and loved her will miss her presence. Survivors
include sons and daughters, Joan Castagno (Richard), Darrell Anderson
(Carolyn), Glenna Lawrence (Gary), John W. Anderson (Lisa), Van L. Anderson
(Cathrine), Jay L. Anderson (Lynn). Extended family: Mike Anderson (Jeannie),
Patty Halladay (Bob), Doug Anderson (Valerie), Beverly Schultz (Mike), Beverly
deceased in Jan 2005. Other survivors include brothers and sisters: Bud VanNoy
(Margaret), Shirley Worthington (Jay), Betty Horner, Donna Ward (Stan) and
Billy VanNoy (Char). Funeral will be held Thurs. at 1:00 p.m. at Grantsville
Clark/2nd Ward chapel at 81 N. Church St. Viewing will be held Wed. night 6-8
p.m. at Tate Mortuary in Tooele and 11-12:45 prior to services at the church.
Interment Grantsville Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Blundell, Harry
Harry Blundell 1925 ~ 2005 BOUNTIFUL - Harry Blundell passed away Sunday,
April 10, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah,
May 1, 1925 to Henry James Blundell and Eliza Ellen Terry. Harry was the
youngest of eight children. He attended West High School and served in the
U.S. Navy. Harry married Beverly M. Martin August 26, 1944 in Corpus Christi,
Texas. They were sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple, September 22nd, 1952.
Harry graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Mathematics and
Philosophy. He was inducted into the honorary scholastic fraternities of Phi
Betta Kappa, and Phi Kappa Phi with his twin brother Larry. Harry was an
active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving as
the Bishop of the Cannon 5th Ward, member of the Val Verda 2nd Ward Bishopric
and Val Verda Stake Presidency. He also served as a member of the LDS Church
Correlation/Evaluation Committee and as President of The California Fresno
Mission. Harry worked at Utah Power and Light Company from 1947 until 1985. He
started his career as an Estimator, later becoming Treasurer, Vice President
and President and CEO in 1979. He was also elected President of the Northwest
Light and Power Assoc., President of the Utah Manufacturers Association,
Director of Rio Grand Railroad, Walker Bank, Utah Bank and Trust and
Amalgamated Sugar. Harry was also Chairman of Take Stock in America, on the
board of the Utah Symphony, Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce, and Executive
Committee of the United Way. He received the Humanitarian Award for service
from the National Jewish Hospital and Resource Center, Denver, Colorado. Harry
is survived by his wife Beverly; sons and daughters, Martin (Norma), James,
Peter (Shauna), Amy (James) Moulton, Ann (Steve) Durrant , Todd (Michelle), 19
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sister, Jeen Lippman and twin
brother, Larry Blundell. Preceded in death by brothers, Morrell and Banford;
sisters, Maxine Wilson, Afton Smith, and Heleen Martin; son, John Blundell,
and grandson, Corbin Blundell. Harry had a charming personality, was an
excellent public speaker, compassionate friend, quiet leader, and influential
father. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 12 noon at
the Centerville 5th Ward Chapel, 270 North 300 East, Centerville, Utah.
Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers
BountifulMortuary, 295 North Main and Thursday morning from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
at the church prior to services. Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online
guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Bross, Ronda Dee Maggard
Ronda Dee Maggard Bross 1965 ~ 2005 Ronda Dee Maggard Bross, age 39, died
April 9, 2005 in West Jordan, Utah. Born April 30, 1965 in Escondido,
California, daughter of Robert Mark and Marsha Erlene Sering Maggard. She
taught ASL at the Center City School. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking,
gardening, her puppy, "Soot" and JAZZ basketball. She was a remarkable,
courageous lady who adored her sons. Survived by sons: Jerami Mark Bross,
Joshua Lee Bross and Jason Allen Maggard; fianc , Brian Baxter; parents;
brother, Rob (Carla) Maggard; sister, Renee (John) Williams. Preceded in death
by brother, Russell. Graveside service will be held Thursday, 11 a.m. at the
Murray City Cemetery, 5600 South Vine Street. Under the direction of McDougal
Funeral Home.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Bulkley, Jesse Newman
Jesse Newman Bulkley 4/4/1982 ~ 4/9/2005 "To know you is to love you" Jesse
taught us that family matters most, that love endures, that anger is pointless
and to live each day to the fullest. And like Abraham Lincoln said, "In the
end, it's not the years in your life that count, it's the life in your years."
Thank you, Jesse. We love you. For those of you who would like to help us
celebrate Jesse's life, we will be gathering on Thurs., April 14, 2005 at 11
a.m. in the Timpanogos Park Stake Center, 1000 North Main St., in Orem. There
will be a viewing Thurs. 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the stake
center. Burial will be in the Orem City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, our
family requests that you hug your family members.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Evans, Fred
Fred Evans 1913 ~ 2005 PHOENIX, AZ- Fred Evans, 91, former Preston, Idaho
resident, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2005, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was
born October 23, 1913 in Preston, Idaho, the sixth of the nine children of
James E. Evans and Minnie A. Warwick. His boyhood years were spent in
south-eastern Idaho where he attended Preston schools. Fred married Leora
Elwell in Logan, Utah on November 9, 1935, and they spent seventy happy years
together. After working in Preston for a number of years, Fred and Leora moved
to Phoenix in 1945 where he began working as a clerk at Skaggs Drugs. Over a
career that spanned 31 years he became a store manager and eventually director
of Skaggs' merchandising and advertising. While a successful businessman, Fred
was always a cordial, considerate man, and a devoted and loving husband. His
kindness and generosity touched many, and he will be greatly missed but fondly
remembered by co-workers, friends and family. He was a member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and over the years he made it possible for
many young people to serve church missions. He was also very generous in
supporting the educations and careers of many nieces and nephews. Over the
years, the home he and Leora made was always open to friends and family, and
many found welcome refuge there. Fred loved golf, his Cadillac, the Phoenix
Suns and Hawaii, especially Hawaiian music. He and Leora visited the islands
33 times during their married years. Fred was preceded in death by his
parents, four brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Leora;
sisters Valetta Peterborg and Ruth Goff of St. George, Utah; many nieces and
nephews; his Phoenix Suns buddy Nan Todd; and his dear goddaughter Tiffany
Monroe. Funeral services will be Wed., April 13, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the
Biltmore Ward Chapel, 1835 E. Missouri Ave. Phoenix, AZ and family may call
Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. at Messinger Indian School Mortuary, 7601 E Indian
School Rd., Scottsdale, Az. Graveside services will be held on Friday, April
15, 2005, at noon in the Preston, Idaho Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests donations be made to the Biltmore Ward missionary fund. Local
arrangements are under the direction of Webb Funeral Home, Preston, Id.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Fisher, Mary Ann
Mary Ann Fisher "Maria" On April 9, 2005, a very special lady, our loving
wife, mother, sister and grandmother was taken from us by a rare muscle
degenerative disease. Mary was born December 26, 1929 in Kenilworth, Utah to
Joseph and Mary Ahlin. She met the love of her life, Keith Fisher, while they
attended East High School, graduating in 1947. They married on April 11, 1955.
Keith and Mary would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary two days
following her death. While raising her children at home, Mary achieved
numerous awards as a top sales representative for Aunt Mary's Portrait
Studios. She then developed many lifelong friendships through her expertise in
retail clothing sales. Mary took great satisfaction in being a personal
shopper for many of you. Mary's favorite things included crocheting, golfing,
attending jazz festivals and spending time with her family. She loved to
party. Mary is survived by her loving husband, Keith; children Jan (Jim) Dunn,
Karen (Tom) Kendrick, Lori (Craig) Fisher-Wilson, Dave (Pam) Fisher;
grandchildren, Camille and Brittany; brother Joe (Ann) Ahlin; sisters
Madeleine (John) Hunter and Lucille Janus. The family would like to extend
special thanks to Dr. Kate Wilson (Luv Ya!) and Dr. Marc Mariani for their
care and support. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. on Friday,
April 15th at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 1975 South 2300 East. Family and
friends may attend a Rosary/Vigil Thursday 7:00 p.m. at the Neil O'Donnell and
Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, where friends may call from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the charity of your
choice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Gehrke, William E.
William E. Gehrke 1919 ~ 2005 William E. Gehrke, husband and father, passed
away peacefully Saturday morning at 1:40 a.m. from progressed stages of
Parkinson's disease. At his passing he was attended by his sons Jack, Allen
and James Gehrke. He was born October 25, 1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was
the third child of Fred Richard and Augusta Theresa Tickchelmann Gehrke. Bill
was active in various sports including handball, bowling, golf, swimming, and
football. In his youth he was a member of the Blair Street Bobcats. Bill
married Daisy Elise Yocom October 29, 1942; later divorced. Together they had
five boys, William L. Gehrke, Jack F. Gehrke, Allen R. Gehrke, Jerry L.
Gehrke, and James M. Gehrke. Bill served in the Army Air Corp during World War
II. He was stationed in various locations including Trinidad where he was part
of an unusual military program working with homing pigeons. Bill helped to
organize, run and coach the Bonneville Western Boys Baseball Association at
Municipal Ballpark in the early 1950's. Hundreds of boys have benefited from
his efforts. Bill helped pioneer the automatic pool cover industry and was
instrumental in developing the first automatic safety cover, a device that has
saved the lives of countless children around the world over the past 40 years.
Bill married Gloria Olson August 13, 1977 and has spent the last 28 years with
her living in Magna, Utah. Bill is preceded in death by his sister, Ruth
Asmus; and brothers, Fred and Walter Gehrke. Survived by his lovely wife,
Gloria; sister, Betty McCleary; five sons; three stepchildren; 20
grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday,
April 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at Deseret Mortuary, 36 East 700 South. A viewing will
be Monday, April 11, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services. The
family wishes to thank Crossland's for their wonderful care given to Bill this
last year.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/11/2005 - 4/12/2005.

Geiermann, William J.
William J. Geiermann 1922 ~ 2005 William J. Geiermann, 82, made his final putt
on the earthly 18th green, Sunday, April 10th, 2005. Bill is survived by his
wife of 56 years, Bonnie, their three children, Jim (Judy), Elizabeth Scott
(Kimble), Tom (Jeanine), nine grandchildren, and his sister, Mary. He is
preceded in death by his parents, four siblings, his first son Michael and
grandchildren, Michelle and Bradley. As a commissioned officer in the United
States Navy during World War II he survived the sinking of his ship by enemy
torpedoes in the North Atlantic. Following the war, he graduated from the
University of North Dakota and entered into a career with the Federal Bureau
of Investigation. Bill retired after 30 years of loyal service and went on to
work an additional 15 years for another federal government agency. A Funeral
Mass will be celebrated Thurs. 10 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church, 1975 So. 2300 E.
A Vigil Service will be held Wed. 7 p.m. at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons
Mortuary, 372 E. 100 So., where friends may visit Wed. 6-7 p.m. Committal
service Mount Calvary Cemetery, 4th. Ave. & 'T' St.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Green, James David
James David Green 1957 ~ 2005 CLEARFIELD - Our cherished father, grandfather,
son, brother, uncle and friend, James David Green, was called home to referee
that Big Game in the Sky after a courageous battle with cancer on April 8,
2005. Dad was born September 17, 1957 to Curley and Frankie Green in Detroit,
Michigan. He grew up and attended schools in the Ogden City area and was a
proud Ben Lomond Scot. One of his biggest accomplishments was being awarded
High School Basketball Official of the Year. My father was a proud member of
the Big Sky Officiating Crew and also a long time employee of Utah Power. He
is survived by his only child, daughter, Jenelle and grandson Nautus
"Knot-Head" Semaj Green. Also surviving is step-mother, Doris Green; identical
twin John "PB Man"; brothers Curley Jr., Marc, Jason, Eddie and Scott; sisters
Rhonda and Teri; and by his special Aunt, Mayso Fields. He was preceded in
death by his mother and father. Funeral services will be held on Thursday,
April 14, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Second Baptist Church, 227 27th Street,
Ogden with Reverend Petty officiating. Friends and family may call at Myers
Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., Ogden on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and at the
church on Thursday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Myers Evergreen
Memorial Park, Ogden. My dad lived life to the fullest and loved every minute
of it. We will all miss you! Love ya Dad! Send condolences to family at
www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Kennedy, Irene Velma Davis
Irene Velma Davis Kennedy 1926 ~ 2005 Irene Velma Davis Kennedy was born April
2, 1926 in Dartmore, West Virginia to Grover Cleveland and Dessie Mona Davis.
She was eighth of 10 children. She died April 10, 2005 in Salt Lake City. She
married Bert Alvin Kennedy on May 3, 1942 in Oakland, Maryland. After they
joined the LDS church in 1961, the marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake
Temple July 19, 1963. She is survived by her daughter Linda Jorgensen;
grandchildren, Trudy Price (Jeff), Katie Bagley (Lane), Clay Jorgensen
(Brittany), Becky Black (Jesse); 11 great-grandchildren; one brother Milford
Davis (Joretta) of Archer, Florida. She is preceded in death by her husband,
son-in-law, parents, four sisters and four brothers. She retired from Metz
Bakery in 1985 after 18 years of service. She will be missed by all who knew
and loved her. A viewing will be held Tuesday, April 12 from 6-8 pm at Deseret
Memorial Mortuary. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 13 at
11 am at Lake Hills Memorial Park, 10055 South State Street in Sandy, Utah.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Kramp, Robert Charles
Robert Charles Kramp 1938 ~ 2005 Robert Charles Kramp, age 67, of South
Jordan, UT, formerly of Moraga, CA, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2005 of
Lewy Body Disease. Robert was born February 11, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to
Arthur Charles Kramp and Lillian Louise Treichel. He received his BS in
Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois in 1960 and his MBA
from the University of Illinois in 1970. He was employed as an electrical
engineer for Inland Steel in Indiana for eight years. He moved to Oakland, CA
in 1970 where he worked for Bechtel, Westinghouse, Oakland Army Base and the
US Coast Guard over the next 31 years. He married Mavie Loretta Dye on June
10, 1975 in the Salt Lake Temple. They resided in Moraga, CA until April, 2004
when they moved to South Jordan, Utah. He is survived by his wife, Mavie, his
sister Susan Barnett of Fresno, CA, and two children: daughter Jennifer Lyn
Moessing (Layne) of Columbia, MD and son Brian Charles Kramp (Cristina) of
Kirkland, WA and three grandchildren: Ashley Moessing, Tyler Moessing, and
Emma Kramp. Bob was active in the LDS Church and served in the Oakland Temple
for 14 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Humanitarian
Aid or the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2005
at 1:00 p.m. at the River Ridge 7th Ward, 10200 South 1300 West, South Jordan.
A viewing will precede the service beginning at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be
at the South Jordan City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Maxwell, Louise Florence
Louise F. Maxwell 1932 ~ 2005 Louise Florence Maxwell, age 73, passed away
April 8, 2005. She was born April 19, 1932 . Louise is in Heaven with Heavenly
Father and family now. We love and miss you mom. 'Til we meet again. Services
will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401
Highland Drive.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

McCurdy, Jerry Roy
Jerry Roy McCurdy 12/27/1940 ~ 4/7/2005 Jerry Roy McCurdy, 64, died on April
7, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born on December 27, 1940 in
Kenilworth, Utah to Emrus and Isabel McCurdy. Married Lila Jean Hall. Later
divorced. He loved fishing and the outdoors. He is survived by mother, Isabel
Knight; children, Teresa Scott, Robert McCurdy, Jodee Williams, Tony McCurdy,
Julye Lucero, nine grandchildren, brothers, Gale and Jack McCurdy, sister
Margo Lewis, and Aunt Ruby Graham. He was preceded in death by father, Emrus
McCurdy, and Ricky Trujillo. A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 14,
2005 from 7-8 p.m. at Deseret Memorial Mortuary, 36 East 700 South.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Mitchell, Gary L.
Gary "Duke" Mitchell Gone Fishn' Gary "Duke" LaVar Mitchell, age 70, of West
Jordan, our patient and trusting dad, grandpa, brother and close friend, left
this existence on April 8, 2005 with his family by his side. He will be
painfully missed, but is now at peace and in comfort. Duke was born on April
6, 1935 in Murray, Utah to Alfred L. and Ruth L. Peterson Mitchell. He lived
most of his life in West Jordan. Duke loved the sport of boxing as a youngster
and trained with a world champion. He graduated from Jordan High School in
1953. From 1954-1956 he served our country in Germany in the U.S. Army. He
married Dixie Jane Dean in 1959 and they began their lives together in West
Jordan. Duke and Dixie gave life to, and raised four children. Duke and Dixie
later divorced, but remained close life-long friends. Duke worked for many
years in the commercial mink industry and in maintenance for Jordan School
District at Union Junior High and Midvale Elementary Schools. Duke loved to
fish and taught his children his passion. His favorite days were spent at
Strawberry and Scofield pursuing trout, or at Utah Lake enticing bullhead and
channel catfish. He loved spending time "puttering," whether it was in his
garden or working in his yard. He treasured time in his Idaho "condo" and
gambling in Jackpot. On Sundays during the fall, you could find him cheering
for the NFL's Oakland Raiders. Surviving are his son Dean Mitchell and wife
Jamie, of Park City; daughter Shelly Mitchell and fianc e Steve Beames of
Midvale; son Blake Mitchell and wife Nancy, of West Jordan; grandchildren and
step grandchildren Crystal, Jade, Nicole (Melvin), Daniel, Chris and Jennifer
(Rob); great grandchild Abigail; and brother Bill Mitchell and wife Anita, of
Oakley, Idaho. Duke was preceded in death by his parents and youngest son
Clark. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 12 noon at
the Larkin Sunset Gardens Chapel, 10600 South 1950 East, Sandy, where friends
and family may call from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. prior to the service. We will use
this time to celebrate Duke's life and what he meant to us. Thanks for giving
us life and always being there for us Dad. Don't know how we'll get by without
you. We'll never forget the trips to Yellowstone, the Oregon coast, Strawberry
and Scofield. We'll miss you so very, very much, but look forward to the time
when we'll be together again. Don't catch 'em all!!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Neeley, Jayson
Jayson Neeley Beloved Son It's been one year since that tragic night you were
snatched from our lives. Words could never explain the work it's taken for our
broken hearts to begin to mend. 365 days have passed and there's many more to
come. Only the wisdom of God, and the love we still share keeps us going. We
made you a promise that night, as long as we're here, as long as our hearts
are still beating and our lungs are filled with air... you'll never die. Death
is only temporal, but our love is eternal. Death may have taken you from our
sight and our presence, but not our minds, or our hearts. We consider
ourselves blessed to have spent 16 years of our lives with you. Hold the gate
open for us... we'll never say goodbye, just see you later. We love and miss
you more than words could ever express. Love, Mom, Dad, and Bre
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Rasmussen, Edith Braund
Edith Braund Rasmussen 1909 ~ 2005 Edith Braund Rasmussen, 95, of Idaho Falls,
Idaho, formerly of Salt Lake City, peacefully returned home to her Heavenly
Father April 8, 2005. She was born in Pike County, Indiana on September 2,
1909 to Herschel Higgins and DoraEtta Campbell Higgins. In November of 1947
she married Lt. Col. Turney Howard "Pete" Braund and out of this marriage came
a daughter, Jean Braund Elison. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Los
Angeles LDS Temple. On June 4, 1956 "Pete" died in Pasadena CA. Edith lived in
California until 1979 when she moved to Salt Lake City. On November 30, 1985
she married Jewell J. Rasmussen for time in the Jordan River LDS Temple. They
enjoyed traveling, cruising, and watching their grandchildren grow up. Jewell
died October 25, 2004 in Idaho Falls. Edith was an active member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities in her
lifetime. She has been a Young Women's leader and held positions in the Ward
and Stake Relief Societies. She also served in the Primary and always wanted
lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. While living in California she
was an ordinance worker in the Los Angeles LDS Temple. While residing in Salt
Lake she was a hostess in the General Relief Society Building for five years.
She enjoyed playing tennis and going to Los Angeles Dodger's baseball games.
She was an avid San Francisco 49er fan especially when Steve Young was
playing. She loved being with her family. At the time of her death she is
survived by her daughter Jeanie Elison, her son-in-law, Joseph Elison, one
step-son Wally Rasmussen, five grandsons and their beautiful wives and 12
great-grandchildren. Edith's family would sincerely like to thank Bart Larson,
his staff at Mt. Vernon Assisted Living Center, and the staff at Aspen Home
Health and Hospice for their tender care and love for her. All of you brought
so much joy into her life. She loved you. Funeral services will be at 11a.m.
Saturday, April 16, 2005, at Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls,
with Joseph Elison officiating. The family will visit with friends from 9:30
a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial
Park in Idaho Falls.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Schwartz, Katherine Jean
Katherine Jean Schwartz 1947 ~ 2005 Our loving wife, mother, grandmother,
sister and friend, Katherine Schwartz, age 57, passed away at home April 9,
2005. Born June 25, 1947 in Moroni, Utah, daughter of Reid and Lois Draper
Bushman. She married Paul Schwartz October 18, 1971 in Elko, Nevada. Katherine
worked as a Traffic Coordinator with KUTV for 14 years. She loved to garden
and was especially proud of her tomatoes and begonias. She also loved
antiques. Her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren. She is
survived by her husband, Paul; children: Laura Anne (Glade) Tanner, Monica
Jean Sime and Casey Paul Schwartz; three grandchildren; one brother and two
sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Carol. We
love you mom. Bye for now! Family and friends may visit Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m.
at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Smith, Mathel Moore
Mathel Moore Smith 1923 ~ 2005 Mathel Moore Smith passed away peacefully on
April 11, 2005 at age 81 from complications of a stroke. She was born on
August 20, 1923 in Parowan, Utah to LeRoy and Venice Moore. She married Ashton
Lee Smith for time and all eternity on May 14, 1943 in the St. George Temple.
Mathel was a beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother and great-grand mother.
She was a peacemaker with a kind word and a hug for everyone. She was always
serving others in her family, ward, and neighborhood. She and Ashton spent
many years serving in the Salt Lake, Chicago and Bountiful Temples. She was a
gracious hostess, wonderful cook and seamstress. She took great pleasure in
taking care of the beautiful flowers in her yard. She was a member of the
Daughters of Utah Pioneers and she worked as a clerk for 10 years in the
Maternity Ward at Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah. She was a faithful
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many
callings. She had a strong testimony of the Gospel which she passed on to her
family through her words and her example. She is survived by her husband
Ashton; daughter Sherry (Bob) Lee; daughter Geniel (Scott) Sly; son Craig
(Barbara) Smith; daughter Valerie (Joe) Bond and son Richard (Bonnie) Smith;
brother Dan (Bernis) Moore; sister Colleen (Heber) Gurr; sister Beverly
(Eldon) Andersen; sister Genevive (Jerry) Harrison and sister Carolyn
Brewster. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother Rollin Moore;
sister Marjorie Steiner; brother Thomas Joseph Moore and brother Bruce Moore.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 15, at 12 noon at the Bountiful
9th Ward Chapel 585 East Center Street, Bountiful Utah. Friends and Family may
call Thursday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295
North Main, Bountiful, Utah, and at the Church from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Friday,
prior to the funeral. Interment-Lakeview Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com Special thanks to the Neuro Care and other staff at the
University of Utah Medical Center.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/14/2005.

Strat, Nola G. Loader O'Brien
Nola G. Loader O'Brien Strat  1926 ~ 2005 On April 10th Mum left us to join
those she dearly loved and missed. Mum was one of the most genuinely loving
beings on this earth. The wants and needs of others always came first. She was
ever a loving mother, wife/caregiver and friend. She instilled in us a love
for our homeland New Zealand and its Maori origins. Born on February 28, 1926
in Marton, NZ. Raised in Nuhuka and Wellington where she married John L.
O'Brien (deceased). Married Oren C. Strat  on July 29, 1978. She is survived
by her husband; sister Fay and brother Jim; daughters, June (Don), Susan
(Donald), Kathryn (Bill), Carolyn; eight grandchildren, Shane, Johnny (Rayna),
Kelly (Chris), Jennifer (Scott), Jamie, Lindy, Lori (Tim) and Amanda (David);
five great-grandchildren, Brendan, Emma, Riley, Gavin, Sheldon. Mum was a
member of Kia Ngawari, the Utah Rose Society and the Polynesian Choir. Funeral
services will be held April 14, 2005 at 12 noon at the Sandy Cottonwood Creek
Stake Center, 1535 East Creek Road. A viewing will be held Wednesday from 6 to
8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, and at the
church one hour prior to services. "In lieu of flowers, please plant a rose
bush for me".
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/12/2005 - 4/13/2005.

Swanigan, Joe
Joseph Swanigan 1960 ~ 2005 Joe Swanigan, 45, passed away peacefully April 5,
2005. Born to Grace Swanigan Jan. 10, 1960 in Indianapolis, IN. Survived by
wife, Felicia, and nine children. In lieu of flowers family suggest
contributions be made to the family to help with expenses. A celebration of
life will be held Thursday at 1 P.M. at the Broomhead Funeral Home 12600 So.
2200 W. Riverton, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment
Murray Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Timmons Sr., Jack LaVern
Jack LaVern Timmons Sr. Loving Father and Grandfather Jack LaVern Timmons Sr.,
63, died on April 10, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born on December
27, 1941, in Rupert, Idaho, to James William and Elma May Timmons. He married
Luella Ann Pearson, later divorced. He served in the U.S. Navy with an
honorable discharge, retired as a Millwright from JR Simplot after many years
of dedicated service. He loved hunting, fishing and woodworking. He is
survived by Jack Jr. (Shelia) Timmons, Salt Lake City, UT; Dawn (Berlin)
McArthur, Burley, ID; Edward (April) Timmons, Taylorsville, UT; Jacob
(Christi) Timmons, St. George, UT; 11 grandchildren and one expected;
brothers, James Leroy Timmons, N. Salt Lake, UT; Robert (Sharon) Timmons, Salt
Lake City, UT; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by
father, James Timmons, mother, Elma Timmons, sister, Wanda Jean Timmons, and
brother Ronald Timmons. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2005
from 6-8 p.m. at Deseret Memorial Mortuary, 36 E. 700 So. Graveside services
on Thurs., April 14, at 1 p.m. in the Utah Veterans Memorial Park, 17111 So.
Camp Williams Road., Bluffdale, UT.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.

Tranter, Justin Richard
Justin Richard Tranter 4/17/79 ~ 4/7/05 Justin Richard Tranter returned to his
Heavenly Father April 7, 2005. Justin was born April 17, 1979 to Richard Reid
and Marianne Finch Tranter. He married the love of his life, Ashley Van Dyke,
May 18, 2001 in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple. Justin was an active member of the
LDS Church, he served an honorable mission in Calgary, Canada and maintained
his enthusiasm for sharing the Gospel. Justin was gentle and kind. He was a
devoted husband, father, son, and brother. He had a quick wit, a ready smile,
and the ability to make you feel good. He did not judge and forgave freely. He
valued family traditions and ended each day with a bowl of popcorn. Justin is
survived by his wife; his two year old son, Ty; and Ashley is expecting their
second child (August 2005). He is also survived by his parents; sister,
Jennifer (David McDon-ough); brothers, David, Devin, Robert, Matthew; in-laws,
Lynn and Dana Van Dyke; and his large extended family. Preceded in death by
grandmother, Joanne Finch. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, April 13,
2005, 11 a.m. at the Canyon Rim Stake Center, 3051 So. 2900 E. SLC, UT.
Friends may call Tuesday, April 12, 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley,
1007 West South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.) and Wednesday 9-10:30 a.m. at the
church. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 4/11/2005 - 4/12/2005.
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Ulibarri, Travis
In Loving Memory Travis Ulibarri The missing link, now our Broken Chain, until
we meet again. We love and miss you immensely...Your Family
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 4/12/2005.