OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 22 Aug 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: Salt Lake Tribune http://www.sltrib.com Allred, Martha "Marty" Martha (Marty) Allred 1946 ~ 2005 FOUNTAIN GREEN - Marty Allred, 58, passed away August 20, 2005 at her home in Fountain Green. Sweet, gentle, and understanding wife, moth-er, grandmother and friend. Always caring, giving and loveable. She was born September 19, 1946 in Mt. Pleasant, Utah to John (Happy) and Martha Stulce; stepmother, Gladys Stulce. She married Don Allred April 18, 1964. She is survived by her children, Dennis (Kristie) Allred, Cody (Nanette) Allred, LaDawn Peterson; eight grandchildren, Ashley, Crystal, Tyler, Randy, Cassady, Taelure, Quade, Zailee; siblings, Betty Marx, Delora (Robert) Luther; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Don G. Allred; mother and father, John (Happy) and Martha Stulce; stepmother, Gladys Stulce; brothers, John, Lou, Mel, George, Zeck, Jack; and sister, Edna. Marty enjoyed, astrology, teaching, camping, and loved time with grand-children, family and friends. Memorial services will be held August 27, 2005 at 1 p.m., 155 North 500 West, Fountain Green. Friends, family and neighbors may stop by and express condolences. The family request any donations to the Far West Bank in Mt. Pleasant in the name of Marty Allred. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Cunningham Jensen Steffensen, Carol "Nan" Carol Cunningham Jensen Steffensen "Nan" Carol Cunningham Jensen Steffensen passed away peacefully August 20, 2005 in Murray, Utah. Born May 1, 1918 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William and Katie Jensen. Married Delbert Clifford Stef-fensen March 23, 1946. "Nan" was a loving, caring mother, grandmother, and friend who always put everyone else's needs above her own. Her favorite moments were being surrounded by those she loved, laughing, listening to music, telling stories and of course enjoying a good meal! She will be greatly missed. Survived by two children, Pamela Marquardt, and Del "Chris" Steffensen (Melanie); five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Del; grandson, Tyler Marquardt; her parents; and nine brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery, 3401 So. Highland Drive. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Doctorman, Harry J. Harry Doctorman 1919 ~ 2005 Harry J. Doctorman passed away Saturday August 20, 2005 at the age of 86 after living a long, happy, successful and hard-working life. He was dedicated to his family, his faith, and his business. He was born June 30, 1919 in Salt Lake City to Yetta Cheit and Joe Doctorman. His parents had immigrated from Eastern Europe a few years before his birth. After the birth of his sisters, Irene and Marjorie, Yetta passed away and his father married Yetta's sister, Celia Chait. Harry graduated from South High School. As a teenager he entered the meat packing business with his father and mother. In the 1930's they began a business named Joe Doctorman and Son Meat Packing, Inc. and together the family grew the business into the largest meat packing business in Utah, buying and selling meat products primarily throughout the Intermountain West and in Great Britain and Japan. Later in life, Harry started his second career developing real estate known as Access Business Center. Harry was a devotedly conservative Jew practicing his beliefs daily. He was a member of Congregation Kol Ami and the Montifiore Synagogue. In 1947 he married Eleanor Stein. He courted her after falling in love at first site, meeting her at a friend's wedding in San Francisco. They married in Oakland, California after a long distance courtship. After 52 years of marriage she preceded him in death. Harry is also preceded by his father, Joe; and mothers, Yetta and Celia. He is survived by his daughter, Linda (Michael) Golub; sons, Gary (Karen) Doctorman and Benjamin (Alexandra) Doctorman; and grandchildren, Gwendolyn Golub, Gregory Golub (Kelly), Gavin Golub, Claire Doctorman, Samuel Joseph Doctorman, Leo Doctorman, Steven Doctorman; great-grand-daughters, Sophia and Camille Golub; sisters, Irene (Nat) Levine and Marjorie (Harold) Rosen; and nieces, Judy Magid and Ricki Rosen; and nephews, Michael Levin and Barry Rosen. The family wishes to thank those professional care givers who helped him so gracefully through his final year, which include Marjorie and Theo Brasher, Dr. Sara Goodlin, Dr. Lynn Webster, Dr. Ann Richards, and Dr. James Pearl. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tues. Aug. 23, at Evans & Early Mortuary, 574 East 100 South. Following will a be a graveside service at Montefiore Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make contribution to Congregation Kol Ami, 2425 Heritage Way, SLC, UT 84109 or to a charity of your choice. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005. Gardner Thayer, Frances Jane Frances Jane Gardner Thayer "In Loving Memory" My mom, Frances Jane, passed away August 18, 2005 in Boulder City, Nevada. Born December 2, 1913 in Moroni, Utah to Angelo Simpson and Jane Prestwich. She married Kenneth Gardner in 1932 in the Salt Lake Temple and was active in the LDS Church. He preceded her in death in 1951. Then married a wonderful man, Leo Thayer, in 1975. Leo and Frances spent their time between Salt Lake, Las Vegas, and Willow Beach, AZ. He preceded her in death in 1998. She was a retired dental assistant. She loved to dance. She loved and enjoyed her family, friends, and great neighbors. They were special to her. Survived by her daughter, Dorothy Ann Helm; and three grandchildren, Daniel Jr. (Nancy) Helm, Kenneth (Diana) Helm, and John Helm; four great-grandchildren, Heather, Daniel III, Ashly, and Sadie. Preceded in death by her daughter, Darlene; son-in-law, Ray; and granddaughter, Vernita Bowen. She loved her grandsons and great-grandchildren, they were her greatest joy. Grandma came from a wonderful family with many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and cousins, including May Lisonbee, Fern Wakefield, Patsy White, Tom Averett, Gary Simpson, and more. Graveside services will be held WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2005, 11:30 a.m. at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 4th Ave. and 'N' Street. A viewing will be held Wed. 10-11 a.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple. We extend a hand of thanks to everyone who was a part of her journey. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Gibby Facer, Ellen Louise Ellen Louise Gibby Facer 1913 ~ 2005 Ellen Louise Gibby Facer, age 92, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmoth-er, and friend to many passed away peacefully August 19th, 2005. Louise was born May 25, 1913 in Salt Lake City, Utah the third child of George Edward and Mary Emily Linford Gibby. She was raised in Pocatello, Idaho. She married Elden Jackson Facer, September 24, 1934 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Louise was a faithful and devoted wife and mother. She loved people and had many friends. She enjoyed literature, music, poetry, and was a talented artist and seamstress. She was an active member of the LDS Church having served in many ward and stake callings. She served two missions with her husband in the Swiss Temple. Their lives were enriched through extensive travels for work and pleasure. She is survived by her six children, James C. Facer (Sylvia), Jeannette Martin (John), Wayne G. Facer (Mary Gayle), Peggy J. Andersen (John), Marjory Thueson (Craig), Lois Salmon (Kevin); as well as 27 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years. With gratitude, her family acknowledges Hazen Care Center for the loving and compassionate care that she received. There will be a celebration of Louise's life Wednesday, August 24th, at the Larkin Mortuary Chapel, 260 East South Temple, 12 noon. Friends may call at 11:30 a.m. prior to the services. Internment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund. Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Johnson, Hagan Holladay Hagan Holladay Johnson 4/27/95 ~ 8/19/05 Surrounded by his family, Hagan passed away at 8:50 p.m. August 19, 2005 after an eight year battle due to an anoxic brain injury. Hagan was one who needed not to be taught in this life, but instead he was a teacher for us all. Though physically disabled, his spirit was strong. "God watched you as you suffered. He knew you'd had your share. He gently closed your weary eyes, took you in his care. God has you in His keeping; we have you in our hearts. Your memory is our keepsake, with that we'll never part, God saw you getting tired. A cure was not to be. So, He put His arms around you. He whispered, "Come unto me." With tearful eyes we watched as you suffered and faded away. Although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. -Author unknown Hagan is survived by mother, Kristen; and father, Eric; sisters, Bayley and Katelyn; grandparents, Glen and Joann Huff, Arlene Huff, Ronald and Doris Johnson; also a great-grandmother, Marie Huff; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A viewing will be held Tuesday Aug. 23, 2005, 6-8 p.m. at 1007 West South Jordan Pkwy (10550 So.). Funeral service will be Wednesday Aug. 24, 2005, 11 a.m. at Midvalley Stake Center, 8050 S. 1100 E. Sandy, Utah. Internment, Elysian Burial Gardens. "We love you, Bubba. Run Hagan run!" Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/21/2005 - 8/22/2005. Mitchell, Bob Bob Mitchell 8/22/33 ~ 8/31/00 Happy Birthday, Dad! You're gone but not forgotten. Mom, Brad and Susan Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Nelson, Richard "Rick" Richard (Rick) Nelson 1937 ~ 2005 Richard (Rick) Nelson, age 68, passed away August 20, 2005 after a year long battle with prostate cancer. He was born January 21, 1937 in Aurora, Illinois to Arthur Stacey and Frances Rogan Nelson. Rick served in the United States Army for three years. He married Julie Haws February 21, 1980; later divorced, but remained good friends. Rick worked at Creasey Catering for 30 plus years because he loved the people. He made lifelong friends during those years and loved the interaction he had with the people on his route. Rick was an awesome dad and his two sons meant the world to him. He loved and supported them in everything they did. Rick is survived by his sons, Christopher (Katie Jo) Nelson, and Anthony Nelson, who is currently serving with the Army at Fort Sill, Oklahoma; caregiver and friend, Julie Vermaas; brother, Don (Toni) Nelson, Arizona. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Artie; and his baby daughter, Missy. Rick will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. A viewing will be held Tuesday, August 23rd from 6-8 p.m. at Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal (7600 S). As per Rick's wishes, he will be cremated with a family service to follow at the gravesite. The family requests no flowers. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Palmer, LaMond E. "Monty" LaMond E. Palmer "Monty" LEAMINGTON - LaMond Edward Palmer, age 66, our beloved husband, father, brother, friend, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2005 at his home in Leamington, Utah after valiantly enduring many years with pulmonary fibrosis. He was born March 4, 1939 in Marysvale, Utah to Edward and Sadie Hansen Palmer. He married Madalene McIntoch in 1958; divorced in 1968. He married Nancy Belliston, February 5, 1972 in Pendleton, OR. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Monty grew up in and around Marysvale, doing odd jobs for farmers as he became old enough. He loved tramping the mountains there. He worked many jobs in his lifetime, the last and most enjoyed was working 18 years for Millard County Parks and Recreation as a groundskeeper retiring in March of 2001. He liked working in the yard. His passion was being in the mountains fishing or hunting. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; two daughters, a son and grandson, Lani Cantrell (David Oxborrow) of Las Vegas, NV, Lora (Robert) Schaefermeyer and Timothy of North Salt Lake, UT, Devin (Liz) Palmer of Holladay, UT; two brothers, LuDale Palmer of Beaver Dam, AZ and Doyle Palmer of Cedar City, UT. Preceded in death by his parents; and half-brother, Theron Hansen. In loving memory of our husband and father, we wish to thank all those who caringly gave hours of service through hospice, and to all our friends who lovingly came to visit him and take him for rides in his last months. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at the Leamington, Utah LDS chapel where the family will be receiving friends Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be in the Leamington Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Richardson, Lynn Lott Lynn Lott Richardson 8/28/1942 ~ 8/20/2005 Lynn Lott Richardson, born August 28, 1942, died August 20, 2005 of cancer. Raised in the First Baptist Church of Mansfield, Louisiana, she worked in the office, library, and Sunday School. Married W. H. Richardson, Sr. in Arlington, Texas November 27, 1974; and were sealed July 7, 1977 in the Washington DC Temple with her children, Kristen R. and W. H. Bill, Jr., and their third child, Joseph Henry Richardson was born in the covenant. She served in the Mansfield Branch of the LDS Church as Primary president for 10 years where her husband served as the branch president. She was active in the Pilot Club and served with good friends, Barbara Valentine, Mary Lightfoot, and Nell Norwood. She started a Girl Scout troop and was neighborhood chairman for three years, serving with Bonnie Knapp Ibarra. Later divorced, she moved with her children to Salt Lake City where she served in the Relief Society, Primary, and library. After this move she had tremendous help from friends Renate and Fred Brunsvik, and Yvonne and Steve Wright. Lynn is preceded in death by her father, Henry F. Lott; niece, Kristen Elizabeth Lott; and by aunt, Irene Smith. She is survived by her three children, Kristen, Bill and Corinne Richardson, Joe Richardson; grand-daughters, Sierra Dawn Richardson, Dempsy Lynn McNeice; grandson, Murphy Thomas McNeice; nieces and nephews, Tanya L. (David) Williams, Vicki Lynn (Steve) Hrivnak, Leslie L. (Susan) Lott, Jr., Sandra Tidmore, of Texas; mother, Dorothy Lott; brother, Leslie Lott, Sr.; cousins, Vera Muno, and Louise Leake of Oklahoma, as well as their brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2005 in the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family. We will always love you, Mom. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Truscott, Clark Newton Clark Newton Truscott 1938 ~ 2005 Clark Newton Truscott passed away 21 Aug 2005 in the Sanpete Valley Hospital. Clark was born 17 Feb 1938 in Mount Pleasant, Utah the son of Charles Leonard Truscott and Iva Magnolia Zabriskie. He graduated from Wasatch Academy High School where he excelled as a basketball player. He then attended Westminster College on a basketball scholarship. Clark married Kay Enid Nealson 10 Sep 1960 in Ogden, Utah; later divorced. Clark and Kay had two children from this union. Clark worked for Mountain States Tel & Tel for 30 years. He was also a successful farmer and rancher. Clark enjoyed hunting and fishing all his life. Clark is survived by his children, Tracy (Diane) Truscott and Teresa (Barry) Cole; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, Leonard Clair (La Von) Truscott, Plain City, Utah, and Kenneth D. (Adele) Truscott, St. George, Utah. Clark was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held Tuesday August 23, 12 noon at Rasmussen Mortuary in Mt. Pleasant (96 N. 100 W). Friends may call 11-11:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005. Velasquez, Juanita Juanita Velasquez Happy Birthday, Mom We love and miss you very much. Love, your family Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/22/2005.