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Bond, Willis Leon        
Willis Leon Bond 1924 ~ 2005 Willis Leon Bond, age 81, passed away August 4,
2005 of complications incident to a massive stroke. Born July 3, 1924 in
Price, Utah, and as a small child moved to Logan. Graduated from Logan High
School. Married his sweetheart Betty Jeanne Anderson, November 12, 1950 and
they had a loving relationship for 55 years. Bill enlisted to serve his
country in World War II and spent two years in the South Pacific. Upon
returning to Utah, he enrolled in college and received a bachelors degree from
Utah State University. He later received his Masters degree from the
University of Utah. Through ROTC he became an officer in the US Army and
served in the Korean Conflict. He was awarded the US Army Distinguished
Service Medal after his retirement of 30 years in the Army at the Rank of
Colonel. He worked for General Motors initially. Later he was a successful
business man owning Valley Metals, Inc. in Cache Valley. He worked for E.A.
Miller and was President of Valley Rendering which later was known as American
Commodities Inc. During his lifetime, he served on many boards with the
American Hide Association, National Rendering Association, and also served a
term on the Cache Valley Chamber of Commerce. He served as president of the
Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Institute of Scrap Iron and Steel. He founded
Metro Group, Inc, in Salt Lake City and built it into a highly successful
business. He was loved by many and he was devoted to his family. He loved to
work and showed a good example by creating a good business environment. He has
a good sense of humor and showed unconditional love to his family and friends.
It is a privilege to honor him as a husband, father and as a man. We will
cherish the memories. Farewell dear Bill. You will be missed by all who knew
you. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne, three children: James K.
Bond, Salt Lake, Janice B. Lamborn, South Jordan, and Mark (Trudy) Bond,
Sandy. Survived also by 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also
survived by his sister Ann Pezely and various nieces and nephews. Funeral
services will be held on Tuesday August 9, 2005 at 12 noon at the Wasatch Lawn
Mortuary Chapel, 3401 Highland Dr., where friends may call Monday evening from
6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the services on Tuesday. Interment will be at
Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/6/2005 - 8/7/2005.

Davis, Grant        
Grant Davis 1957 ~ 2005 James Grant Davis, 48, of Rexburg, died Thursday
August 4, 2005 in Driggs, Idaho. He was born May 22, 1957 in Downey, Idaho to
Daniel Dale and Jeannine McKay Davis. Grant was a consummate gift giver;
therefore, those who will miss him most have wonderful things to remember him
by-things that were deeply meaningful to them as his patients, his extended
family, and even to animals. He was a loving and devoted son and brother, a
tender and supportive husband. He was a dedicated father: skiing, hiking, and
tutoring his children. He was always a hard worker providing generously for
his family. He could fix anything in house or car. He listened and learned
people's interests offering books and articles he thought would be
interesting. He loved the outdoors, hiked and skied the Tetons, surfed the
ocean, explored beneath it (he was a certified scuba-diver). He loved all
kinds of animals and spent a couple of days each year with his father at the
Big Onion Round-Up. He was so bright, intelligent and well-read. He loved
music and always encouraged his children to appreciate the fine arts. He was a
returned missionary from Argentina and a consummate cub master. He was good at
everything he did and he did everything! He attended schools in Downey and
graduated from Marsh Valley High School. He attended Harvard University,
University of California San Diego, and Harvard Medical School. He practiced
medicine in Santa Barbara, CA; Logan, Utah; and Rexburg, Idaho. He was an
Eagle Scout, and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints.
He married Melinda Madsen on June 29, 1982 in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple.
He is survived by his wife Mindy Madsen Davis; his children, Maxwell, Molly,
and Gabe all of Rexburg, ID, parents Dale and Jeannine Davis of Downey, ID,
and siblings; Jan (Lloyd) O'Niel of Pocatello, ID; Wendy (Robert) Hirai of
Boise, Idaho; and Dan Davis of Los Angeles, CA: Funeral services will be held
12 noon Monday, August 8, 2005 at the Rexburg LDS East Stake Center (387 South
4 East). The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, August
7th at Flamm Funeral Home and from 11:00 to11:45 a.m. Monday prior to the
service at the church. Interment, Rexburg Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/6/2005.

Edwards, Maxine Gay           
Maxine Gay Edwards 1927 ~ 2005 Maxine Gay Edwards, age 78, passed away on
August 4, 2005 in Salt Lake City, UT. She was born on January 11, 1927 in Salt
Lake City, to Eskil A. and Veda M. Young Anderson. She married Bernell F.
Edwards on January 6, 1942. Zeenie was a devoted wife and mother always
considering others before herself. No man on earth could ask for a more loving
wife! Zeenie loved animals, especially birds and her dogs. She also loved
gardening and her trips to Wendover. She is survived by her husband, Bernell;
son, Randy (Nancy) Edwards; daughters, Stephanie Ferguson and Cindy (Warren)
Glad; 9 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her
parents; siblings, Ardith, Helen, Darrell, and James; and great grandchild,
Ethan Cache Wadley. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, August
8, 2005 at Mountain View Mortuary, 3115 E. 7800 S. (Bengal Blvd). A viewing
will be held from 6-8 pm Sunday evening at the mortuary and also an hour prior
to services Monday. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery, same place.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Erickson, Ruby Ethel Nield         
Ruby Ethel Nield Erickson Grandma "E" Our beloved mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Ruby Ethel Nield Erickson, 95,
passed away August 3, 2005 in St. George, Utah. Ruby was born March 24, 1910
in Afton, Wyoming to Mary Ann Ritson and James Wild Nield. She was one of nine
children, having three brothers and five sisters, who all preceded her in
death. She married her eternal Valentine, Delbert John Erickson, June 2, 1930.
Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple on June 23, 1937. They
were the proud parents of five children: Darald (Carleya) of Santa Clara, UT;
Jim (Hermoine) of Bluffdale, UT; Melvin (Annette) of Pleasant Grove, UT; Lee,
of Sandy, UT; and Judy (Gordon) Jones of St. George, UT. Ruby was a dedicated
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she served
faithfully in many callings in Primary, Sunday School, the Genealogy
Extraction Program and Relief Society where she shared her talent of making
hand-dipped chocolates and candies that she so generously gave at Christmas
time. She had a knack for making candy to the delight of all who were around
her and taught it to any who wanted to learn. Her favorite calling was the one
she shared with her husband as Dance Directors. She cherished those times and
loved to wear her hand-made dress and matching shirt for Dad. Mom loved
writing poetry and reading good church books. She loved working with her
hands. She probably knitted her way around the world several times. Her hand
knitted slippers, crocheted shawls and quilts were anticipated gifts each
Christmas. There are many who learned cooking, sewing, crocheting, knitting
and needle work at her side. Ruby was a seamstress at the church clothing
department for many years, and worked at Beehive Clothing for many years after
moving to Salt Lake from Star Valley, Wyoming. She lived in Salt Lake for many
years, but her heart and home will always be in Afton, Wyoming. Ruby is
survived by her five children, 33 grandchildren, 74 great-grandchildren and 13
great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents
and siblings. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 8, 2005, 11:00
a.m., at the Bluffdale Stake Center, 2700 West 14400 South, where family and
friends may call from 9:00 until time for services. Interment will be at 5:30
p.m. in Afton, Wyoming, under the direction of the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary. The
family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Dan Madsen and
Dr. Joshua Frame, nurses and care givers at Red Cliffs Regional Care Center
and to Applegate Hospice, in her behalf.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/6/2005.

Eskelson, Rex       
Rex Eskelson 1/5/1953~8/2/2005 Born 1/5/53 to Dorain and Alta Mae Eskelson.
Passed away 8/2/05. Survived by brother Zan and sisters Valene, Dixie and
Shellee. Proceeded in death by both parents and brother Ross. Private services
were held.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/6/2005.

Hardman, Bert LaVoy           
HARDMAN - Bert LaVoy Hardman, 67, passed away August 2, 2005 at home in West
Valley City, Utah. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Monday, August
8, 2005 at the Hunter 17th Ward, 3745 South 6400 West in West Valley City. A
viewing will be held on Sunday, August 7, 2005 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the
church and also one hour prior to services on Monday. Interment will follow in
the Tabiona City Cemetery, Tabiona, Utah. Arrangements by SereniCare, Funeral
Directors.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Lee, Myrtle         
Myrtle Lee 1919 ~ 2005 Myrtle Lee, age 85, passed away Thursday August 4, 2005
in Salt Lake City, Utah She was born August 19, 1919 in Panquitch, Utah the
daughter of Albert A. and Phoebe Talbot Reid. Married Loren James Lee June 19,
1936 in Cedar City, Utah. Later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Myrtle had
a great love of crafts and handiwork which she shared with everyone. She is
survived by two daughters; Evlyn (Allen) Case, Lorna (Ken) Cannon, eight
grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren,
brother Ted (Faye) Reid and sister Charlotte Shaw. Also survived by a special
friend Clea Coombs. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons
Charles and Steve, three brothers, a sister and one grandson. Funeral services
will be held 11 a.m. Monday August 8, 2005 at Kearns 7th Ward, 4270 W. 5700
South. Friends may call Sunday Aug. 7th from 6-8 p.m. at Lindquist's Bountiful
Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. and 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Monday prior to services at the
church. Interment Redwood Memorial Estates. e-mail condolences to
lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/6/2005 - 8/7/2005.

Martinez, Ophelia        
Ophelia Martinez 3/31/1909~8/03/2005 Ophelia Martinez passed away Aug. 03,
2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born March 31, 1909 in Montrose, CO to
J.D. and Rachell Martinez. She now joins her son, Phillip and daughters, Alice
and Marilyn who preceded her in death. She was a great mother to all of her
children and will be missed terribly by all her family. She is survived by two
sons, Rex and Junior; three daughters, Connie, Carolyn and Theresa; nine
grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. She worked with and cared for special
needs children Memorial services for this sweet lady will be held Monday, 11
a.m. at the Deseret Mortuary, 36 East 700 South, where friends may call for
viewing, Sunday evening from 5-7 p.m. Interment, Monday at Wasatch Lawn 3401
Highland Dr.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/6/2005 - 8/7/2005.

Ostler, Paul Gordon           
Paul Gordon Ostler 1990 ~ 2005 Paul Gordon Ostler was born February 3, 1990 to
Brent and Teresa Ostler. He returned to his Heavenly Father August 2, 2005
after being fatally struck by lightening while attending a Boy Scout camp.
Paul is the light of his family and will be greatly missed. Paul was an avid
reader and an accomplished athlete. He excelled in all avenues of his life,
and found great joy in challenging himself both physically and mentally. Paul
exhibited a calm confidence and independence well beyond his years, and his
quick wit and charming personality touched the lives of many and provided him
with both the courage and the ability to stand up to the inevitable teasing
that accompanied his status as the youngest of four boys. Paul is an Eagle
Scout and was to attend East High School this fall as a sophomore. Paul has
left us much too early and we grieve for our loss. Paul leaves behind a very
large family including his parents, brothers: Jeff and his wife Johanna,
Peter, and Greg, maternal and paternal grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles
and cousins, his scouting family, a strong ward family, and a host of close
friends. The emptiness his loss brings to the hearts of all who love him may
be filled with the knowledge that Paul has been called home to continue a
greater work for which we know he is well prepared. Funeral services will be
held Saturday, August 6, 2005 at 12:00 p.m. at the Wasatch Ward Chapel located
at 1750 S. 1500 E. Friends and family may call at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary at
3401 Highland Drive from 6:00-8:00 on Friday and at the ward on Saturday 10:30
to 11:30. Interment will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park at 3401
Highland Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Paul Gordon
Ostler Literacy Fund at America First Credit Union. Paul's life goes on
through the gift of tissue donation.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Peltzer M.D., Wesley E.       
Wesley E. Peltzer, M.D. 1912 ~ 2005 Dr. Wesley Peltzer, Dad, Doc, Wes,
Granddaddy who was so important to all he knew, left us August 2, 2005. Born
in Oak Park, Illinois August 13, 1912, son of Otto and Laura Peltzer, older
brother to Vern and Laura. Married Widney Watson in 1947, deceased 1993.
Married Betty Dillon, M.D. November 2002. Father of Holly Howard (Phil) and
Wesley Watson (Sharon). Grandfather of Wesley Foster Peltzer and John Paul
Peltzer, deceased. He received his medical degree from the University of
Illinois and training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at the Mayo Clinic.
As medical officer he was a Major in the Army during World War II. Wes settled
in Salt Lake City to begin his medical practice in 1947. Later, he was the
Chief of Staff of Holy Cross Hospital. He was a gifted diagnostician and much
loved Cardiologist who was responsible for prolonging the lives of many of his
patients. He was a member of the Salt Lake Country Club and was instrumental
in initialing many of the improvements enjoyed by so many members today. He
was a valued member of the Great Salt Lake Retriever Club and long time member
of Ducks Unlimited. An avid hunter, his friends knew him as "BB eyes". He
trained two American Kennel Club Field Trial Champions, Cody and Pow, who
became vital members of the Peltzer Family. Wes later served as an honored
judge in many field trials throughout the Western Untied States. To all of us,
Wes was a man's man. His determination, fairness and common sense will live in
our souls forever, and if we remember him in sorrow today, it will be with a
smile tomorrow. The doctor, the hunter, the husband, the father, the friend
and fascinating character that was always Wes. You were so much loved. Special
thanks to Debra Peterson his long time caregiver and friend, and to the Staffs
of LDS Hospital and St Marks Hospital. In lieu of flowers please send
contributions to the Humane Society of Utah or the charity of your choice.
Graveside services will be held at Mt. Olivet Cemetery 1342 East 500 South
Salt Lake City, Utah on August 6, 2005 at 10 a.m.

Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Rodriquez, Lillian Patricia Nieves           
Lillian Patricia Nieves Rodriquez 1941 ~ 2005 Lillian Patricia Nieves
Rodriquez passed away on August 3, 2005. She was born on November 22, 1941 to
Robert and Sylvia Nieves in Monticello, Utah. The many lives she touched in
her short time here with us will forever be imprinted in our hearts. Her
bluntness, her one liners, her charm and wit was unique and left all she
touched with a feeling of comfort and a deep smile. The laughter she brought
in any situation was always welcome. All of her life she was a role model, she
led by example. She had strong deep morals and values that were admired by all
that knew her. Her compassion never faltered. She was a true humanitarian who
recognized human suffering. She held many positions in the community that
aided the poor and needy. She was a foster parent to children that society
cast aside. She always went above and beyond to help those in need. She was an
advocate and a voice of those in need. She served on various committees whose
prime objectives were to service the less fortunate and to those who did not
have a voice. She received numerous service awards throughout the years for
her work for social justice. She had a genuine giving personality who affected
anyone who was fortunate enough to know her. Her lasting impression will
forever be missed. Our mother, wife, sister, grandmother and friend was a
woman with true class. She had a deep passion for life. Her strength,
compassion, loyalty and integrity made you want to be a better person. She
truly lived life for her family, faith and friends. Her strength was enviable
and her faith in God was a beautiful thing to be a part of, and will never be
forgotten. Lillian was survived by her husband Phillip; her three children,
Phil, Ron and Antoinette; sisters Bernice (Don) Hughes of Seattle, Washington;
Vicki (Dean) Ellis, Mesquite, Nevada; her grandkids Alec, Andrew, Nicklaus,
Cameron, Roman Rodriquez and Sadie Sewell; also, her special angels, Madison,
Sidney, Cassie, Gracie and Paige. She was preceded in death by both parents
and two brothers, Robert Nieves Jr. and Ron Nieves. Our family has deep
gratitude to all of our family and friends that never left our side in our
time of need. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, Aug. 6, 2005 at 10:00
a.m. at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 3580 W. 3650 S., West Valley
City. A Rosary and viewing will also be held Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at
the church.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/7/2005.

Schneider, Ron           
Ron Schneider Will Be Missed. Our dear husband, father, and friend graduated
from this mortal realm Wednesday, August 3rd, 2005. He left behind a legacy of
faith, fortitude, integrity and strength. Ron has been happily married to
Barbara Miller for 34 years, and their union will continue through temple
ordinances for time and all eternity. Ron is the proud father of five grown
and responsible sons, with two delightful daughters-in-law, and four wonderful
grandsons, Matthew and Emily; Luke, and Zachary; Jared; Jonathan and
Jill-Finn; and Jonah; Adam; and Benjamin. He is now in the loving arms of our
Savior, and his earthly mom and dad, Leone and John Schneider. We will
treasure his strong testimony of our Savior, Jesus Christ, throughout our
lives. Thank you, my dear Ronnie, Dad and Papa, for this legacy. Learning and
leading have always been a big part of his life. Ron led the Granite High
Farmers as Student Body President. He graduated from the University of Utah
with a B.A. in French and then later with a Juris Doctorate from the College
of Law with Magna Cum Laude, Phi Kappa Phi, and Phi Beta Kappa distinctions.
He was also a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. As an attorney, he practiced
law for many years. He later became an entrepreneur, owning several successful
businesses. Through these businesses he was able to positively and directly
affect the lives of many hundreds of people, who will now, in turn, affect the
lives of many thousands. His charismatic leadership and love of people was
evident to all, as he labored tirelessly throughout his life to serve others.
Ron enjoyed playing sports with his family-tennis, basketball, and
racquetball. He cultivated his love of learning throughout his life by
exemplifying the words-'You'll be the same person you are today, five years
from now, EXCEPT for the people you meet and the books you read!' Ron has been
active as youth leader in his church, served in bishoprics, as a scoutmaster,
and sang for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir for 16 years. He served an LDS
mission to Paris, France for 21/2 years, and then later in life he served in
the LDS Substance Abuse Recovery Mission with his wife for 21/2 years. He was
a devout Christian and strived to follow the teachings of Jesus- to apply them
in everyday life. He was a perfect example of unconditional acceptance with
his forgiving heart and Christ-like love for others. A celebratory service,
honoring his life, will be held at the Top of the World Drive Chapel (8100 S.
3675 E.) in Salt Lake City at high noon, Monday, August 8th. There will be a
time for friends and family to visit at the same location on Sunday evening,
August 7th from 6 to 8 p.m. then again directly before the celebration service
on Monday, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Get ready for the freedom balloon lift off
immediately following the service!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/6/2005 - 8/7/2005.

Timmons, Beth Dorothea        
Beth D. Timmons "In Loving Memory" Beth Dorothea Timmons, 50, died Aug. 3,
2005, in Salt Lake City, UT as the result of a brain tumor. Born July 13,
1955, in Lancaster, CA to Richard Dean and Clara Elizabeth Gallemoore Timmons.
Married Mark Vandover Aug. 4, 1999, in Las Vegas NV. Graduated from
Westminister College with a BA. Held multiple teaching positions at Odyssey
House and Western Institute of Neuropsychiatry. After School program director
at Lincoln Park Elementary and Manager of Nibley Park Community School.
Survived by husband, Mark; sister, Pam, Charleston WV; niece, Mary, Charleston
WV. Friends may call at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, on both Fri.
Aug. 5th and Sat. Aug. 6th from 2-4 p.m. Memorial services will be held Tues.
Aug. 9, 2005, 12 noon at St James Episcopal Church, 7486 South Union Park
Ave., Midvale. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the
Beth Timmons Memorial Scholarship, C/O Westminister College, 1840 South 1300
East, Salt Lake City UT 84105.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Vawdrey, Noel Wayne           
Noel Wayne Vawdrey 1912 ~ 2005 Noel Wayne Vawdrey, 93, beloved husband,
father, and grandfather, passed away August 2, 2005. He was born March 5, 1912
in Draper, Utah to Wilford Cyrus and Helen Marr Webb Vawdrey. Noel married
Wilma D. Frantz in Elko, Nevada on July 31, 1954. Their marriage was
solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Noel built silos, was a truck driver
and worked in the Lark Mine. With his wife, Wilma, he served a mission at the
Washington D.C. LDS Temple. Survivors: wife, Wilma; children, Noel Wayne
Vawdrey Jr. (Delores), Nephi; Lloyd James Atkinson (Pam), Lehi; Brent T.
Atkinson (Gayla), Draper; 18 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; one
great,-great- grandson. Preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and two
sisters. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 6, 2005, at 1:00 p.m.
in the Lehi 10th LDS Ward 3rd North and Center Street, Lehi, Utah. Friends may
call at the church on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Draper
Cemetery, Draper, UT. The family expresses sincere thanks to the Alpine Valley
Care Center for their devoted care and attention to Noel.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/6/2005.

Walz, Robert Chaussee "Grampy Bob"           
Robert C. Walz "Grampy Bob" 1920 ~ 2005 Robert Chaussee Walz ("Grampy Bob")
died of congestive heart failure on July 9, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He
was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and
friend. His greatest joy in life was spending time with family, friends, and
new acquaintances alike. Bob added spice to the lives of those who knew him.
Grampy Bob was born in Vermillion, South Dakota, on May 13, 1920. After high
school and a year at the University of South Dakota, he took a job with the
City of Vermillion. Across the street from city hall was a bowling alley, and
it was there he began a relationship with Jean DeHaven, his high school math
teacher. Their later marriage in Great Falls, Montana, where Bob served in the
Army during World War II, was proof that great things can begin in unusual
places. Bob and Jean had three sons, Robert DeHaven of Kansas City, Missouri;
Stewart Chaussee of Salt Lake City, Utah; and Clark Allen, who died last year
while serving as a minister in Erie, Pennsylvania. Bob was loved by his
daughters-in-law and granddaughters, Merrill (Robert) and Juli Ann (Devan)
Monroe, Mary Beth (Stewart) and Ashley Marie, and Julie (Clark) and Sarah
Ruth. He was also loved by his great-grandson, David Michael Monroe. After a
career in public service in Vermillion and Brookings, South Dakota, Bob moved
with Jean to Salt Lake City to be near Ashley Marie and her parents. After
Jean's death in 1991, Bob continued to live in Salt Lake City and spent the
last seven plus years among friends at the Parklane Apartments. Known for his
teasing sense of humor and collection of zany tee shirts and sweatshirts, Bob
was loved by many. In addition to his sons and their wives, his
granddaughters, and his great-grandson, Bob is survived by his nieces, Kristin
Anderson, Carolyn Wickens, Linda Ames, and Julie Condon. He is also survived
by his sister Glen Farmer. Grampy Bob finally has peace and quiet. Bob and his
family are grateful to the residents and staff of the Parklane Apartments, to
CareSource (hospice), to Home Options Senior Health Care, to his long-time
physician and friend, Dr. Frank Yanowitz, and to family and friends for their
love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart
Association are suggested. Memorial services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on
Saturday, August 6, 2005, at the Parklane Apartments, 680 East 100 South.
Interment will be private. Funeral arrangements are provided by Evans & Early
Mortuary.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/5/2005 - 8/6/2005.

Wood, John Coulam        
John Coulam Wood 6/23/1914 ~ 8/1/2005 SOUTH OGDEN - John Coulam Wood died
Monday, August 1, 2005 at his home in South Ogden. Honored at the time of his
death for his many virtues: an affectionate father and sincere friend, his
uprightness and integrity, firm and unshrinking in the cause of God - a true
Latter-day Saint. Born in Salt Lake City to Ellen Wray "Nell" Coulam and
Arthur John Wood, he grew up with his siblings in Salt Lake City and graduated
from East High School, attended the University of Utah School of Engineering
and served a German-Austrian Mission. Married to his sweetheart, Kathryn
Williams, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on August 4, 1939, "She has been the
light of my life ever since." John attended Columbia University School of
Architecture in New York City and during the Second World War he was employed
as a junior structural engineer for Tennessee Valley Authority where 13 dams
were constructed. He graduated from the University of Utah School of
Architecture and worked for more than 40 years as an associate architect and
engineer with various professional firms: Case, Lowe & Hart and Keith W.
Wilcox & Associates in Ogden, Lowell Parrish and Ashton, Evans & Brazier in
Salt Lake City. Among the buildings he was proud to be associated with in Salt
Lake City are the Kennecott Building, the Federal Reserve Bank Building, the
Bennion Education Building and Clayton Junior High School. In Ogden: the
Federal Court House/Federal Building, Weber State University Fine Arts
Building, Weber Heights Stake Center, and David O. McKay Hospital. He loved
spending time at his summer home overlooking Bear Lake, which he designed and
built. John was instrumental in organizing the first branch of the LDS Church
in Knoxville, Tennessee where he served as the first branch president. He also
served in two bishoprics in Utah and with his wife he served for five years at
the Ogden LDS Temple and a mission at the Family Genealogical Library in Salt
Lake City. He was a volunteer "Scouter" for most of his adult life, receiving
numerous awards and honors including the Bonneville Council Award of Merit for
Outstanding Service to Boyhood, and the National Silver Beaver Award for
Distinguished Service to Boyhood. The number of scouts to achieve the rank of
Eagle under his leadership is too numerous to count. John was a life member of
The Sons of the Utah Pioneers as well as Sugarhouse Chapter President. His
children and grandchildren have fond memories of him: "I never saw my
grandfather without a book in his hands"; "He loved to eat and must have had a
hollow leg"; "He was a dapper gentleman - always meticulous in his dress"; "He
was quiet and steadfast in his support for the things he cared about." He is
also survived by one sister and two brothers: Helen Fackrell, Bountiful;
Richard C. (Elaine) Wood, St. George; and Wilson C. (Valerie) Wood, Lehi. John
is survived by his wife Kathryn; his children Rae Ann (Brent) Harrison,
Denver, CO; John W. Wood, Oakland, CA; Craig W. (Debbie) Wood, Tucson, AZ;
Linda Kaye (Alan) Wiese, Ogden, UT; 11 grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren in Colorado, California, Arizona and Utah. He is also
survived by a sister, Helen Fackrell, Bountiful; brother, Richard C. (Elaine)
Wood, St. George and Wilson C. (Valerie) Wood, Lehi. The family wishes to
express their appreciation and thanks to the wonderful staff of CNS Hospice.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., Ogden, Utah 84401. Friends
may call at the mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:45 to
10:45 a.m. Graveside service and Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401
Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, on Saturday at 3 p.m. Email condolences to the
family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/4/2005 - 8/6/2005.