OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 29 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 Barnett, Eva Fessenden Eva Fessenden Barnett 1918 ~ 2005 Eva Fessenden Barnett passed away August 25, 2005 in Salt Lake City due to age related causes. She will be missed by all who knew her. Eva was born Nov. 9, 1918 in Salt Lake City to Reinhard and Margaret Schmidt. A graduate of South High School in Salt Lake, she married Walter L. Fessenden in 1938. They were later divorced at the end of World War II. She later married one of the world's most wonderful men, Shirl W. "Barney" Barnett. Eva worked for the Federal Government throughout World War II, spending much of her career in the San Francisco area. She returned to Salt Lake and spent the last 24 years of her working career with the Defense Supply Agency. She was an avid bowler. She is survived by her children, Roy Fessenden (Linda), The Villages, FL, Ron Fessenden (Pat), Sandy, Pamela Elder, Salt Lake, Doug Barnett (Dorothy), Parris, CA, Donna Lee Kolb (Don), Roy, UT; 17 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; sister, Gladys, Salt Lake; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 Highland Drive, Wednesday August 31, 2005, 11 a.m. Friends and family may call at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Tuesday August 30, between 6-8 p.m. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005. Billinis, John Alexander John Alexander Billinis 8/6/24 ~ 8/24/05 John Billinis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother passed away August 24, 2005 after a hard-fought struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Rita, of Salt Lake City; children, Gus and Barbara Billinis Colessides, of Houston, TX, Katherine Billin-is, of Salt Lake City, Alexander and Vilma Billinis, of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, John and Alexandra Colessides Solis, Maria Colessides and John Alexander Billinis; great-granddaugh-ter, Cassia Elena Solis; brother, Gus Billinis and his family, of Great Falls, MT; and sisters, Eleni and Maria and their families in Athens, Greece; in-laws, Sam and Mary Souvall, Pete and Mary Souvall, Toula Souvall, all of Salt Lake City; and Ann Souvall, Phoenix, AZ; along with their families. Born August 6, 1924 to Alexander and Barbara Karintzis Billinis in Hydra, Greece. John grew up exhibiting a pride in his heritage and a love of Greek poetry and legend. As a teen during the Nazi occupation of Greece, he used his keen intellect and knack for commerce to support his family. After the liberation of Greece, John served in the Greek Navy as a signalman, then worked for a time for the Greek government, and later joined the Merchant Marine, rising to apprentice captain. While visiting relatives in Salt Lake City during a leave in 1952, he met the love of his life and married Rita Souvall February 22, 1953. John began his business career first with his brothers-in-law, Andy, Sam, George, and Pete, at Souvall Brothers and Utah Sundries; then later as founder and president of Billinis Distributing. He was vice president of ABC Records and Tapes, later at Alta Industries, and then president of J.B. Distributing. A co-founder of the National Association of Record Merchandisers, he served a term as president in 1966-67. He also served on the Advisory Council of the Utah Small Business Administration and on the Industrial Board of Review. His later pursuits concentrated on commercial real estate investments. John deeply believed in giving back to his community. He worked for his church as a board member, and a cornerstone founder of Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church. His stewardship and devotion was later recognized by the Orthodox Ecumenical Patriarchate when he was named an Archon of the Order of St. Andrew. In the larger community, he served as a board member for Ballet West and for the March of Dimes. A proud lifelong Democrat, he instilled in his children his love of learning and of his heritage, and a belief that those who were fortunate had an obligation to give something back for the common good. John will be remembered by family and friends as a man of steadfast faith, high moral principles, and with having a profound belief in the essential goodness of mankind. His wife, Rita; and daughter, Kathy, nursed him tirelessly in his final years. Viewing will be at Deseret Mortuary, 36 E. 700 So., Monday, Aug. 29 from 6-8 p.m. with Trisagion services at 7:30 p.m. The funeral will be held Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005, 11 a.m. at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 So. Highland Dr. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Holy Trinity Cathedral Restoration Fund. May his memory be eternal. Online condolences can be left at www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005. Conner, Reola Grace Reola Grace Conner "Aunt Re" Our aunt Reola Grace Conner was born May 18, 1913 in West Jordan, Utah to Alice Ann Cundick and Walter Rowsell. She married Charles A Conner November 13, 1933. He passed away July 29, 1982. Aunt Re died peacefully Saturday August 27, 2005 at the age of 92. Re worked as an egg candler for a poultry company for many years. She retired from Granite School District Cottonwood High School Lunch Program. She was a past madam president of the FOE Auxiliary #67. She loved to bowl with the "Bowling Grannies." Survivors: sister, June Fuller, SLC, Utah; and many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services 2 p.m. Tuesday August 30, 2005 at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 S. State St. where friends may call 1-1:45 p.m. Interment, Larkin's Sunset Gardens. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Costello, Esther Marie Esther Marie Costello "Gone Dancing With Frank!" Esther Marie Costello, my sweet and precious mom, returned to the welcome arms of her Heavenly Father; and her husband, Frank, August 26, 2005. She was born May 9, 1917 in Murray, Utah to Herman and Anna Carlson Holmgren. On October 21, 1939, Esther married Frank Costello in Salt Lake City, Utah. Frank preceded her in death September 29, 1989. Esther was a member of St. Therese Parrish in Midvale. She worked at the Salt Lake Clinic for 29 years and volunteered at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Salt Lake for 25 years Frank and Esther loved music, traveling and dancing. Survivors include daughter, Colleen Costello, Midvale; brother and sister-in-law, Melvin and Audrey Holmgren, Seattle, Washington; brother-in-law, Grant Weech; special nephew, Don Zakraisek and his wife, Tina; very precious and special great-nephew, Zane; she will also be missed by many wonderful friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, August 31, 2005, 10 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 624 West Lennox St., Midvale, Utah. A Rosary and Vigil service will be held Tuesday, August 30, 2005, 7:30 p.m. at St. Therese Church where friends may call from 6-7:30 p.m. Interment, Midvale City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005. Feiertag, Eleanor M. Eleanor M. Feiertag 1909 ~ 2005 Eleanor passed away August 25, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born July 5, 1909 in Allentown, PA to Eugene and Estella (nee Wagner) Fries. She married Louis Feiertag March 31, 1928 in Allentown where she lived until 1991 when she moved to Salt Lake City to be near family. She is predeceased by her husband, sisters, brother, and parents. She is survived by a daughter, Joan Fullmer, wife of Nathan Fullmer, of Salt Lake City; grandsons, Eric Keller (Tonya) of Salt Lake and Michael Keller (Mary) of Bolivar, MO; great-grandsons, Cameron and Patrick Keller of Salt Lake; and granddaughters, Briana Keller of Bolivar, MO, and Tamara Keller of Cannon Beach OR. Service will be held at Werley-Knopp Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown, PA, 10:30 a.m. August 31, 2005. Interment immediately following the service at Grandview Cemetery, Allentown. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/29/2005 - 8/30/2005. Gurr, Gordon Gordon Gurr 1920 ~ 2005 KAYSVILLE - Gordon Gurr, born May 22, 1920 in Salt Lake City, passed peacefully surrounded by his family, Friday, August 26, 2005 at his home in Kaysville. Son of James Edwin Gurr and Mary Elizabeth Robb. He married Leone Jane Hunter July 28, 1943. He was a first lieutenant in the Army Air Corp during World War II and flew 373 successful missions during his service in the Pacific. He received many commendations, including the Distinguished Flying Cross Medal of Honor. He continued to pilot airplanes for several years after the war. He moved to Kaysville in 1951 and lived in the same residence with his family until his death. He founded Security Title Company in Farmington in 1946 and was an active member of the Kaysville City Council and Kaysville Planning Commission for many years. He was an active participant in many community companies. He was a founding member of Oakridge Country Club in Farmington. He was an avid golfer his whole life and boasts of having five holes in one. It is a passion that he has passed on to his family. He was a great fan of model railroading, having one of the larger LGB model setups in Utah that he named "Great Utah Rail Road (GURR)." He also enjoyed bridge, bowling, boating, and other activities. Gordon was always a great example of honesty, integrity, and values. His generosity was felt by many who knew him. He is survived by seven children, Dana Lee (Bob) Murdock, Linda (Brent) Major, Carol (John) Briggs, Gordon Gurr Jr., Dee Ann (James) Schofield, David (Susan) Gurr, Gary (Lark) Gurr. He also had 31 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leone; and three grandchildren. A special thanks to Kathy, Sheila and Jon from Hospice Home Care. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Kaysville City Cemetery, 500 E. Crestwood Rd, where military honors will be accorded. Family and friends may call Wednesday from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main prior to the service. Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/29/2005 - 8/30/2005. Hardman, Patricia Dusserre Patricia Dusserre Hardman 1944 ~ 2005 We say farewell to our beautiful Patricia Dusserre Hardman who left us suddenly Friday, August 26, 2005. She was born in Price, Utah May 30, 1944 to Felix and Lodyce Dusserre. Patricia grew up in Salt Lake City and graduated from Judge Memorial High School. Following high school, Pat went to work at the Mountain Bell Telephone Company, retiring after 30 years of service. The same year she began her career at Mountain Bell, she met David B. Hardman. They married at the Cathedral of the Madeleine August 17, 1963 and celebrated 42 years of marriage. Her compassion, kindness, and generosity will always be remembered. Pat cared for everyone. She became Aunt Pat to the Dee and Gerta Kartchner family and shared their deep love and friendship. She was a kind and prayerful sister and aunt to the Dusserre family as well. We will miss our Aunt Pat. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband, David; brother, Michael (Beverly) Dusserre; loving niece and nephews, Brigitte (Eric) Klement, Andrew, Joshua, Gabriel, and John Paul Dusserre; and many friends. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 11 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 1975 South 2300 East. A vigil service will be held Tuesday 7 p.m. at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, where friends may call from 6-7 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005. Hendricks, Robert Russell Robert Russell Hendricks 2/6/1932 ~ 8/28/2005 "Outstanding Father" Robert Russell Hendricks, age 73, passed away August 28, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah from complication of cancer. Robert was born February 6th, 1932 in St. Louis, Missouri the son to Russell Hyer and Edna Wright Hendricks. He grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah graduating from South High School. He is a veteran of the Korean War. Robert faith-fully served a mission in Hawaii, a place he would always called paradise. He graduated from BYU with a degree in accounting. He retired from First Interstate Bank. He was a loving father and a great example to his 10 grandchildren. He will be missed by all his family. He is survived by his daughters, Kjersti (Jeff) Burns, Kari (Mike) Daugherty, Kalani (Benji) Hendricks Ebalo, and Kim (Todd) Mckinnon; 10 grandchildren; three sisters, Jane (Smith) Sumner, Sue (Mike) Weichers, Elizabeth (Harvey) Cahoon. Preceded in death by his parents. The family would like to thank Dr. Ward and his staff and the Huntsman Cancer Institute, Care Source, and Odyssey Healthcare for their tender care for our father. Funeral services will be held Wednesday August 31, 2005, 12 noon at the Monument Park Ward building, 1565 South Foothill Blvd. (2400 E.) where friends may visit with the family from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Funeral director, Holbrook Mortuary. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/29/2005 - 8/30/2005. Jewett, Colleen Ann Colleen Ann Jewett 1953 ~ 2005 Colleen was born April 30, 1953. On August 26, 2005 she went home to be with her Savior, the Lord, Jesus Christ. She loved the Lord, and knew Him as her personal Savior. She worked at St. Mark's Hospital from 1970-1988. She started in dietary, then as a Tech II and instrument supervisor in Sterile Processing, then as an OR Tech. She then went to nursing school and became a Registered Nurse in the OR. She was loved and respected by many there. She spent the past year in a nursing rehab facility and touched many lives there. Survived by her mother, Edith L. Jewett; aunts; cousins; nieces; nephew; and many friends. She will be dearly missed by those who loved her. Preceded in death by her father, George Jewett; and her twin sister, Eileen Norris. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Tuesday Aug. 30, 2005 at Anchor Baptist Church, 1880 E. 5600 S. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Kilgrow, John Davey John Davey Kilgrow 1930 ~ 2005 John Davey Kilgrow, Age 75 passed away August 26, 2005. He was born December 31, 1930 to John and Bernice Kilgrow. His children, Davey Kilgrow, Kent Kilgrow, Ronnie Kilgrow, Timothy Kilgrow, Brian Robb (Chrissy), Brenda Mason (Scott), Jeff Robb, Kelly Kilgrow (Rachel). Survived by one sister, Jean Kilgrow; two brothers, Max Kilgrow, Clarence Winger; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Married Fern F. Guffey; later divorced. Married Susan Kay Lee; later divorced also. Even though most of us could not be with you physically, you were and are always in our hearts. Now you are in a better place. We will miss you. Graveside services to be held 5 p.m. Monday, August 29, 2005 at Bountiful Memorial Park, 2224 South 200 West, Bountiful, Utah. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Moon, J. Willis J. Willis Moon "Will Be Missed" James Willis Moon, a well known Uintah Basin sheep rancher and Provo apartment owner, passed away 27 August 2005 at age 93. He was the fourth child of Nephi and Melinda (White) Moon. His moth-er passed away when he was eight, and his father married Etta Fuller when he was 15. Willis spent his early years with his parents on a homestead in Hanna, Utah where he helped establish the family sheep ranching business, high in the Uintah Mountains. He married Pearl Foster in the Salt Lake Temple 1 April 1938, and together they raised seven children. Pearl passed away 4 July 2000. Willis and Pearl maintained homes in both Hanna and Provo. Willis was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in the Eastern States Mission and as bishop of the Hanna Ward for 12 years. Willis rarely met a person without telling them a joke or a story or reciting some quote he remembered. Willis and Pearl's seven children are Elaine {D-deceased} (Lowell {D}) Lowry, Lamar (Diane), Lamont (Gay), Richard (Marcia), Rachel {D} (Lynn) Baadsgaard, Ruth (Tom) Rogers and Helen (Roger) Gourley. They have 34 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchil-dren; and seven great great-grand-children. Willis has 12 siblings, Arnold {D}, Myrthen {D}, Laretta Payne {D}, Phillip {D}, Dora Riley {D}, Marjorie (Robert) Kent, Emily Jones {D}, Floyd (Sally), Wayne {D}, Merrill {D}, Milton (Karen), and Roger (Lana). Betty Glad, a close and devoted friend, and Leon Moon, a nephew, were especially helpful during Willis' last few years while he resided at Courtyard assisted living center. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 31 August 2005 at 1 p.m. in the Provo Utah Stake Center, 1315 East 900 South, Provo, Utah. Viewing from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, 30 August at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah and from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. prior to the services at the stake center. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Nielson, Caroline Holmes Caroline Holmes Nielson 1951 ~ 2005 Caroline Holmes Nielson passed away Friday, August 26, 2005 at her home in Pleasant Grove. Caroline was born October 20, 1951 in American Fork to Ferris E. Holmes and Cleo Barbieri Holmes Adams. Caroline married her sweetheart Doyle in the Salt Lake Temple, June 11, 1971. Doyle was her best friend and treasured companion and together welcomed five children into their home and delighted in watching their family grow. She graduated from Lehi High School and attended UVSC. The most important career she had was a wonderful wife and mother. She also worked as a librarian for the American Fork City Library and owned and operated a successful business, Credit-Facts. Caroline was a faithful member of the LDS Church. She served in many leadership positions including Relief Society president, Young Womens president, and stake Primary president. She loved to serve in every capacity she could find and was incredibly creative and talented in many areas. Caroline was a beautiful seamstress and accomplished musician, however her true love came from serving those she loved as well as anyone in need. She is survived by her loving husband, Doyle Lars Nielson, Pleasant Grove; five children, Michelle (Don) Lewis, American Fork, Aubrey (Ian) Crawley, Ft. Hood, TX, Bryan (Kimberly) Nielson, Orem, Chris Nielson, Pleasant Grove, Jeff Nielson, Orem; nine grandchildren, Dylan, Evan, Aidan, McKay, Moira, Aspen, Cheyenne, Kurstyn, and Bryton; parents, Ferris Holmes, Cleveland, UT and Cleo (Charles) Adams, Lehi; and siblings, Eldon, Angie, and James. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Curtis Ian Crawley. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 1, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Grove Creek 10th Ward Chapel, 475 North 700 East, Pleasant Grove. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove and at the church Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinfamilymortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Omanovic, Ermin Ermin Omanovic 1/11/1983 ~ 8/26/2005 Tuzno i zalosno javljamo da je nas nikad prezaljeni sin, brat, dajdza, rodak i prijatelj, Ermin (Dede) Omanovic nesretnim slucajem preselio na ahiret ili drugi svjet dana 08-26-2005. Ozalosceni Emsad, Ermina, Dino, Irena i ostala mnogobrojna familija i prijatelji. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Robinson, Lorin Jack Lorin Jack Robinson Lived a life of miracles! Born into this world a blue baby August 8, 1929 to O. Leo Robinson and Murtice Lees Robinson. He struggled through life with many illnesses but through the power of the priesthood was healed many times. Finally free from his pain, he returned to his Heavenly Father August 25, 2005. He has been reunited with his parents and loved ones. Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Eugene, Glen, and Jay; two sisters; and his sweet great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn. He will be most remembered for his fun-loving playful personality, his classic jokes, his flirtatious whistles, and his contagious smile. He married his eternal companion, Shirley Bernard, December 7, 1953. He was often heard saying, "That day was the beginning of World War III. We've had many major and minor battles and she's won them all!" The two of them have an amazing relationship. They could communicate without saying a word and always finished each other's sentences. The second love of his life were his scouts. He spent 30 years in the scouting program, 15 of those years as a beloved scoutmaster. He personally guided and influenced more than 150 boys in receiving their Eagle Scout Award. He was so very proud of this accomplishment and he genuinely loved and cared about each boy. He served an LDS mission in "Paradise" where he grew to love the Tahitian people and their culture. Our family will miss his Tahitian prayers and lullabies. He loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and spent many hours in the service of the Lord. He held a variety of callings including seven years as a veil worker in the Jordan River Temple. He served a second mission with his sweetheart in the Alabama, Birmingham Mission. He loved the people of Tuskegee and they loved him. He enjoyed his lifelong career as a grocer for 50 years and held the position of store manager in many stores. He was definitely a people person with an outgoing personality which drew in many customers. His military service was in Korea where he served in the U.S. Army Infantry-25th Division. He was in charge of the 81 Mortars and also served as the LDS group leader. Jack is survived by his "Greatest Joys," Gary (Marie) Robinson, Danny Robinson, and Shasta, Wendy (Kurt) Rosenhan, Tanya Robinson, Darrell (Lisa) Robinson, Teresa (Norman) Anderson; 20 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He found simple pleasures in watching and supporting his family. You could always find him in the audience or on the sidelines cheering us on. All our love to his lifetime friends, Dave (Norma) Haslam, Ernie (Laura Jean) Van Bibber, Bill (Joann) Shelton, and Dave Halford who preceded him in death (Judy). Funeral services Tuesday, August 30th at 11 a.m. LDS chapel, 5235 S Wesley Rd. (1107 E). The family will receive friends Monday evening 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary 5850 S. 900 E. and Tuesday 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the church. A special thanks to Dr. C. Edward Wyne who has been so caring during his illness. Dad, thanks for the memories. You have been a great example to our family and we will miss you greatly. You have "touched" each of our lives. Hey Grandpa, Guess you won. You "touched" us last! Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/27/2005 - 8/29/2005. Smith, James In loving Memory James G. Smith 10/30/1927~8/29/2004 Not a day goes by that we don't miss you terribly. You were taken away so suddenly, just one year ago. We didn't have a chance to say goodbye or tell you how much we love you. If we had, we would have also told you just what an exceptional man you were. What a hero you were to us and others, and how so many admired you for your courage and strength in facing something that not too many could face for so many years. We feel your beautiful spirit with us always, and we can picture it soaring over a magnificent blue ocean. You're finally free from all of the pain and struggle. All that remains, is the wonderful memories of you, your many accomplishments, especially while in the Navy, through your academic years, and as well, your talents as an Opera singer, Musician, and Painter. And, who can forget that infectious smile of yours that could light up the night? Your love surrounds us constantly, we feel your presence through your favorite music and through the many blessings that you continually send to us. Your tenderness, grace, and compassion, still carries on from being such a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather. We miss and love you so very much. Forever you are in our hearts... "Gone away is the restless sorrow, and so now, love resounds." All our love, Yelva, Ralph, Christy, Mike, Lorrie, Gina, Tom, and Jessica TRIBUTES can be posted for James on his guest book at www.legacy.com/saltlaketribune/ A memorial mass will be said for James at The Cathedral Of The Madeleine, Monday - Aug. 29th, 2005 at 5:15 p.m., 331 East So. Temple. All family and friends are invited to attend and or donate to the M.S. Society in honor of Jim. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Speroni, Alyzea Lesieli Alyzea Lesieli Speroni Our Angel HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALY. We love you and believe that angels breathe. Your loving family. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/29/2005 - 8/30/2005. Ventura, Dorothy Mary Dorothy Mary Ventura 1924 ~ 2005 Our loving Dorothy Mary Ventura passed away August 26, 2005 after a sudden and valiant struggle with cancer. Dorothy was born September 26, 1924 to Eugene and Rosa Chiodo Perry in Grand Junction, Colorado. She was the eldest daughter of eight children. On July 8, 1945 she married Harold Ventura and moved to Midvale, Utah. They recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. Dorothy (Dot) worked for Varian Corporation for 26 years as a missile equipment tester. She retired in 1985 and spent many happy years shopping, traveling, cruising and dancing with her family and her "gang." A special family tour of Italy was one of her fondest memories. She and Harold also enjoyed many warm winters as snowbirds in Lake Havasu, Arizona. Now our "sunshine" is soaring with the angels. Dorothy is survived by her pal, her sweetheart, her husband, Harold "Frankie"; her proudest and greatest accomplishment was her "2-2-2", son, Vincent Ventura and daughter, Victoria Ventura; her two grandchildren, Tiffany Ventura Vail, Carlee Ventura; and two great-grandchildren, Tori Rose and Jeremy Lee Vail. Dorothy is also survived by four sisters and a brother, Helen Mix, Virginia Simonetti, Irene Ray, Bill Perry, and Sharon (Gil) Smink. Nana was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Rosa Perry; and her two brothers, Ernest and Eugene Perry Jr. Many thanks to our family and friends for all the wonderful memories. "Nana", you were always there for us and in our lives. We will always love you and miss you very much. A viewing will be held Monday, August 29, 2005 at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, between 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Goff Mortuary Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 11 a.m. Friends and family may call after 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment, Midvale City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005. West, Gladys "Glad" Gladys "Glad" West 1919 ~ 2005 FRUIT HEIGHTS - Our beloved aunt and friend, Gladys "Glad" West, 85, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2005. She was born October 31, 1919 in Plymouth, England to Richard and Bessie Hawke. She was raised in Plymouth. Glad married Stan Barbji in 1941 in England. He passed away five years later. She married Burt Milsom in 1950 in England. He also preceded her in death. While visiting her sister, Irene Benson, in Farmington, UT, she met 'yet another' sweetheart, Neil West. They were married May 16, 1973 in Bristol, England. After their honeymoon in Paris, France, they resided in Farmington, Utah. Neil and Gladys restored the Old Livery Stable to the Rock Barn home on Main Street in Farmington. They moved to Las Vegas in 1989. Neil passed away in 1993 and Glad returned to Utah. During the war she was a conductor for the British Railways. Glad also owned and operated a general store 'GladBurt's' in Cornwall, England for 20 years. We will miss her fun stories and fond memories of England. She was the manager of the Heidelberg Restaurant in Farmington, UT. Glad was an avid knitter. She loved to knit sweaters and cardigans. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and loved working in her rose gardens. Glad loved to travel worldwide, especially with her sister, Irene. Glad was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and attended the Fruit Heights 8th Ward. Gladys is survived by a stepdaughter, Diane (Bob) Grady; stepson, Gary West; and many nieces and nephews who adored her. Glad was a mom to Craig and Susan West of Fruit Heights, UT; and an American mother to George and Yvonne Streets of Sussex, England. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, two sisters, and two brothers. Craig and Susan West would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Joel Porter of IHC Layton and the nurses, aids and staff at Avalon Care Center in Bountiful for their love and care for Glad. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Fruit Heights Stake Center, 170 N. Mountain Road. Friends and family may call Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main, and at the church from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment, Farmington City Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 8/29/2005. Wood, Jaqueline Jensen Jacqueline Jensen Wood 1934 ~ 2005 Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Jacqueline Jensen Wood, passed away at her home Friday, August 26, 2005 surrounded by family and friends. Jacqueline was born May 4, 1934 in Emery, Utah to Leo and Ada May Jensen. Jacqueline, and her brother, Leo Dior, were raised in Richfield, Utah, except for summers spent in Fishlake, Utah where her father worked for the Forest Service. Jacqueline loved her days on the lake and in the mountains surrounding Fishlake. She graduated from Richfield High School and attended Snow College. She married J. Ralph Wood in the Manti Temple December 5, 1952. Jacque's children and grandchildren were her pride and joy and she found much contentment sharing holidays and vacations with her family. Her favorite holiday was Christmas, which she celebrated twice a year. Jacqueline's many interests including the Jaycettes, where she served as president. She spent more than 20 years in the Utah Women's Bowling Association, where she served as president, treasurer, director of junior bowling, state delegate, and the National Women's Bowling Association, where she was a lifetime member. In recent years, Jacqueline, became an active member in the Huntsman Cancer Institute support group. She met and befriended many wonderful people in her fight with cancer. She will be greatly missed. Jacqueline is survived by her husband, J. Ralph; her children, Randall James of Denver, Colorado, Heather Lee of Salt Lake City; and her grandchildren, Julie Ann Schlesinger, Zachary James Wood, and Gregory Brent Schlesinger. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, Jill Crouse Wood; and Toby Levitt. She is preceded in death by her oldest son, J. Russell. Memorial services will be held Thursday, September 1, 2005, 2 p.m. at the Evans and Early Mortuary, 574 East 100 South. Friends are invited to a celebration of her life at the familys home following the Memorial. Our family would like to thank many family members, friends and neigh-bors who have assisted them caring for Jacqueline during her illness. They especially wish to thank the Huntsman Cancer Hospital staff and the VistaCare hospice staff for the gentle and loving care they gave to Jacqueline. A special thanks to Dr. Mark K. Dodson and Dee Horn. In lieu of flowers please send contributions to the Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah, 2000 Circle of Hope, Suite 5127, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112 Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 8/28/2005 - 8/29/2005.