OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 5 Dec 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 Adams, Benjamin Leo Benjamin Leo Adams 1925 ~ 2005 RICHFIELD, UT - Our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Benjamin Leo Adams, was freed of the ravages of Parkinson's Disease December 3, 2005 at the Richfield Care Center, in Richfield, Utah. He was born October 12, 1925 the fifth of seven children born to James Justice and Sarah Cynthia Collins Adams, in Scipio, Utah. He was raised in Scipio and worked many different jobs, mostly farming until he entered the U.S. Navy in 1943. He served in the Pacific during the war, and was honorably discharg-ed in 1946. All six brothers were in the military at the end of the war. He married Rebecca "Betty" Barger June 23, 1946; she passed away in 1986. He worked for Geneva Steel, then Utah Fire Clay in SLC. He retired from the Utah State Dept of Transportation. He worked all over the state on the interstate highways. He was a great guitar player and singer, and played and sang wherever he could. He seemed to be a shy person until he was on stage. He was a very talented wood carver and carved many unusual things. His collection of wooden pistols is still unbelievable. There was no metal at all in them, but they worked just like the real thing - well they didn't fire, but.... He loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He loved all kids, and always had a pocketful of candy, and a funny face for them. His sense of humor was pretty well known. He liked practical jokes, and did a number of them. He once carved a bunch of propellers, painted them orange and nailed them on fence posts all over Richfield. Many people were wondering what the 'State' was doing marking all those posts. Even the local radio station wanted to know what was going on. Well, he just liked to see them spin in the wind! He is survived by children, Ben (Ellen) Adams of West Jordan, UT, Karen Tanner of Richfield; seven grandchildren, Shari, Shauna, Christie, Jimmy, Elizabeth, Angel, and Barry; and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Betty; son, Jim; brothers, Jim, Wayne, Arrel, Lowell, Bob; and sister, Cleone. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 7, 2005, 2 p.m. in the Magleby Mortuary Chapel, where friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. and again Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Richfield City Cemetery with Military Rites by the V.F.W. Sevier Post #5050. Online guest book at www.maglebymortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Allsop, Judith Rae Smith Judith Smith Allsop 1953 ~ 2005 Judith Rae Smith Allsop passed away December 2, 2005, at home after suffering a long illness. Born January 16, 1953 to Euray and Carol Smith, Jude was known in her family as a wonderful daughter and a loving and caring person. She was a very generous person who would give you all she had. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a fun loving personality. Jude is survived by her mother, Carol, step-father Floyd Stauffer, son, Brandon, grandsons, Jason and Kade, whom she dearly loved and her loyal companion, "Shadow." She is also survived by her sister, Sue Allsop; brother, Rick (Sherri) Smith, and Jeff Stauffer, nephews and niece, stepbrothers, Dick (Jolene), Alan (Ranae) and Darrell (Annie) Stauffer, stepsisters, Vicki Lund, Susan (Gene) Dixon, Pam (Dave) Nyhoff and Emily (Dave) Zupan. Preceded in death by her father, Euray Smith; sister, Kathryn Cummins; son, David Martin Allsop. Graveside Services are Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005, 11 a.m., Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine St. Viewing is Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005, 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.) In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to a trust in the name of Brandon Allsop at any Wells Fargo Bank. The family appreciates the help of doctors, nurses, friends and the LDS Church. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Gee, Ronald Keith Ronald Keith Gee 1935 ~ 2005 Ronald Keith Gee, born September 22, 1935, passed away December 2, 2005 at his home. He peacefully left this life with a tear rolling down his cheek which expressed his love for us. He truly was a tender hearted husband, father, Papa and friend. He was a loving and caring husband of Beverly Carr Gee. He loved his three children, Melinda (Chris) Ravsten, Mark (Lisa) Gee, and Michelle (Steve) Holtby. Papa was the proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren, Christian, Chase, Mackensie, Spencer, Kevin, Audrey, Tanner, Matthew, Taylor, Travis and Courtney, also awaiting the arrival of a great- grandchild due in April. During his last five days in this life each of his grandchildren visited their Papa and expressed their love and affection to him. Ron was the oldest of seven children and is survived by his brothers, Randal, Richard, Robert and two sisters, Marcia and Marilyn. Preceded in death by his brother, Roland also his parents, Keith and Melba Gee. While in this life, Ron was ambitious and focused on serving others. As a youth he was involved in sports, was an avid swimmer and runner. He learned hard work from his father. He served his country in the Air National Guard; he graduated from the University of Utah then continued his studies at Stanford University where he obtained his degree in Physical Therapy. For 30 years his love was serving and helping others injured or suffering pain through his practice as a Physical Therapist and as Director of the Pain Control Center. In 1997, he and his wife moved to Texas where he assumed the directorship of the rehabilitation departments in two hospitals. He taught pain management throughout the United States and was a member of numerous professional and service organizations. He maintained 100% attendance in Rotary International for 23 years, and served as president of the Holladay Rotary Club. From 1980 to 1992 Ron served on the Sandy City Council where he was proud to be involved in planning the future direction of that city. He was a private pilot, avid skier and ski instructor for many years, past owner of Solitude Ski Resort, and avid hobbyist. Ron served an LDS mission to New Zealand from 1956 to 1958 and had along time dream to return to New Zealand and serve the Maori people he loved so well. That dream was fulfilled in 2002 when he and his wife were called to serve as CES Missionaries in the Auckland New Zealand Mission. Six months into their mission they were transferred to the Wellington New Zealand Mission to take over the directorship of the Wellington Institute of Religion. His love for the youth and young single adults of the world was evident in his ability to relate and teach the gospel to these future leaders of the church. Upon their return in December 2004 Ron was diagnosed with cancer which began a one year fight to conquer that which was ravaging his body. Now the Lord has called him home to serve and teach others in the spirit world. For those of us that are left behind, he will be greatly missed. The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses, and technicians at the LDS Hospital, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, the Cottonwood Infusion Department, and the Community Nursing Hospice Association who cared so compassionately for Ronald. A viewing in his honor will be held Tuesday evening at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 7th, in the Riverton 16th Ward, 1208 West 12400 South, Riverton, Utah at 12 noon where a final viewing will be held one hour prior to services. It was Ron's wish that in lieu of flowers, donations be given to the Huntsman Cancer Institute or the LDS Missionary Fund. Send family condolences to www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/6/2005. Gillette, Richard Dalmas Richard Dalmas Gillette 1932 ~ 2005 Richard Dalmas Gillette, 73, passed away December 3, 2005 in Cedar City, Utah after battling with bone cancer for a short time. He was born May 27, 1932 in Stockton, Utah to Elmo Gillette and Reeda Johnson. He married Nancy Maxwell June 7, 1962 in the Salt Lake Temple. They had four children, Elizabeth, Richard, Chris, and Hilary. Dick attended elementary and high school in Tooele, Utah. In 1950 he extended his education and graduated from Brigham Young University. In 1952 Dick joined the Air Force where he served for four years. He served in the Western Canadian Mission. After he retired from the Tooele Army Depot he worked at Tooele Senior Center and loved working there. Later in his life he moved to Cedar City and worked for the city as a bus driver. Dick said that the highlight of his life was his trip to Alaska with his son, Richard. He was a wonderful cook. Dick loved spending time with his family and visiting with others. He is survived by his wife, Nancy, of Cedar City; mother, Reeda; and children, Elizabeth of Idaho Falls, Richard (Ericka) of Cedar City, and Hilary (Calvin) of Ely. He is preceded in death by his father, Fay; and son, Chris. Funeral services will be Tues, Dec. 6, 2005, 11 a.m. at Fiddlers Canyon Ward. There will be a viewing Tuesday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. at the church and Wed, December 7, 6-8 p.m. at Tate Mortuary. Interment will be Thurs. at Tooele Cemetery. Family condolences may be sent through our website at sumfamily.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Goffredo, John Lawrence John Lawrence Goffredo "Will be missed" OGDEN - John L. Goffredo passed away December 3, 2005 in Ogden, Utah. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many, with a unique "First Sergeant" sense of humor. Born at home in Paterson, NJ of newly-immigrated Italian parents, Antonio and Grazia Salamida Goffredo, the second of 14 children. John joined the CCC as a young man, where he helped build bridges and roads in beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Ida-ho. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1941 and was stationed in Hawaii when Pearl Harbor was attacked. He met and married the love of his life, Phyllis Larsen from Logan, Utah in 1944, then whisked her away to the far ends of the earth, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the Philippines. He and Phyllis were the proud parents of five children, who received a most remarkable education during their vagabond upbringing as they traveled the world. He taught us to bloom where we were planted. He was a veteran of World War II and Vietnam. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1970 to his cherished island of Oahu where he and Mom were sealed in the Hawaii Temple on his birthday in 1976. They moved to Las Vegas in 1991 where they bought their first home. He was very proud of the three LDS service missions he and Phyllis served in the Las Vegas Family History Center. He was predeceased by Phyllis in 2003. He is survived by Chris (Bill) Via, Carolyn (Bob) Johnston, Grace (Kent) Hansen, John Goffredo, Jr., all of Utah, Tony (Jody) Goffredo of Alas-ka, Las Vegas daughter, Cynthia (Roger) Pinson; grandfather of 16; great-grandfather of 20; he is also survived by sisters, Tena Cantisano, Anne (Joe) Ashby and Rita (Ken) Schweighardt; brothers, Joseph (Ter-ry), Anthony, Orazio Raymond, Lawrence (Barbara), Cosmo Robert and William; as well as many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Rose; and brothers, Carmine, Vincent, and Donald. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005, 3 p.m. at Myers Evergreen Memorial Park, 100 Monroe Blvd. in Ogden. A gathering to celebrate Dad's warm and generous spirit will be held afterwards...where one and all can share his stash of chocolate-covered macadamia nut candy. We love you, Dad, and thanks for everything. Say hi to Mom. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. Send family condolences to www.myers-mortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Johanson, Dale T. Dale T. Johanson 1909 ~ 2005 Our loving father, grandfather, and friend, Dale Theodore Johanson, 96, passed away peacefully Saturday December 3, 2005. He was born in Morgan, Utah May 4, 1909. Dale will be missed by all who knew him. Graveside services for Dale will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2005, 1 p.m. at the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, where friends may call from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. prior to the graveside services. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Kier, James E. James E. Kier 7/11/31 ~ 11/30/05 OGDEN - A truly golden heart stopped beating when James E. Kier passed away November 30, 2005 at age 74. He was surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with non-hodgkins lymphoma. He was born July 11, 1931 in Ottawa, Canada to Dorothy Kier. He was raised by his dear grandmother, Jeannie Beatty Kier, and upon her passing was fostered by several loving families. Jim was educated in Britannia and Ottawa and attended Oakwood Collegiate in Toronto. He persued his love of learning through his own personal extensive libraries, educational courses and seminars. Jim had many different occupations early in life from lifeguard to shoe salesman to working on the pipeline in the Northwest Territories. Jim made construction, development and property management his life long passion. Jim met the love of his life, Norma Ann Jessiman, in Ottawa and they were married September 1, 1956 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. After working as a construction superintendent from an American construction company in Edmonton, Alberta he transferred to Ogden, Utah nearly 50 years ago. He began making his mark in Ogden in 1961 after obtaining his general contractor's license when he, along with his wife, Norma, established Kier Construction. By 1972, the company was well known for constructing single and multi-family housing as well as commercial properties. Jim's greatest source of pride and precious accomplishment came from his bond with family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, loyal friend and generous man. He enjoyed fishing, especially in British Columbia, where he also loved sailing on his beloved sailboat "The Highlander". He is best remembered for his hard work, strong commitment to others, humble heart and easy going personality. He was very proud of his Canadian and Scottish Heritage and instilled that into his family. Over the years, he has supported many local charities, including the Children's Justice Center, the Christmas Box House, YCC, St. Anne's, the Red Cross, the Ogden Rescue Mission, many divisions of the Ogden Police Department, West Ogden Community Action Center, Marion Hotel Neighborhood Community Center, Missing Children, Choice Humanitarian and Weber State University. He was also an active member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Jim served on various committees with the local home builders associations, and was a Life Director for the National Association of Home Builders focusing his efforts in the National Council on Senior's Housing, National Multi-Housing Council, Urban Revitalization and Multi-Family Housing Committees. He also served on the Governor's Affordable Housing Committee, the Federal Home Loan Bank Advisory Council, the Key Bank Advisory Board, National Historical Preservation Award for the Eccles Home and most recently served on the Advisory Council for Ascend Alliance and Weber State University. He was also involved in several Republican committees, and helped fundraise for many campaigns from local state Senators to Governors and United States Congressman and Senators. During the last courageous year of Jim's battle, he received two life time achievement awards from the Affordable Housing Management Association and National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials. To add to his unbelievable nobility he received a prestigious and well deserved honor of having a senior housing complex named after him, by Utah Non Profit Housing Corporation, "The James E. Kier Apartments" in Salt Lake City. James E. Kier was a Giant of a man, truly one of a kind, and he will be missed by many. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma; two sons, Steve (Tammy) Kier and Scott (Lora) Kier of South Ogden; and three daughters, Bonnie Kier-Herrick (Steve Herrick), Kimi Kier-Noar (Patrick Noar) of South Ogden, and Kara Kier-Goering (Brant W. Goering) of Oregon. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one on the way. My Dearest Jim, I will be missing you and loving you until we meet again. You are on a special journey now although you promised to wait for me. We were soul mates and raised five wonderful children together, founded three companies and could handle just about anything life handed us. I am a better person from loving you, knowing you, and having been loved by you. I will love you forever and always until we meet again. Love, Norma Jim and Norma would like to thank Dr. Alton Wagnon, Dr. Carl Gray, Dr Robert Moesinger and their wonderful staff of nurses and also the wonderful nursing staff at Ogden Regional Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 7th at 11:00 a.m. at the Layton Lindquist Mortuary Chapel, 1867 Fairfield Road, Layton. A viewing will be held Tuesday from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Trinity Presbyterian Church, 140 North Tyler Avenue, Ogden, and Wednesday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the mortuary. A Graveside service will follow at Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road. In lieu of flowers please send contributions to the James E. Kier Memorial Fund to be used to continue his legacy of community involvement, in care of Key Bank, 3565 Harrison Blvd. Ogden, Utah, 84403. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Lewis, Franklin Lyman Franklin Lyman Lewis 1918 ~ 2005 Franklin Lyman Lewis, age 87, died peacefully Dec. 1, 2005 of cancer. He was born July 10, 1918 in Jamesville, Wisconsin to Franklin Fillmore Lewis and Cynthia Meyer Lewis. Graduated from Webster Groves High School in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended M.I.T. University for one year on a St. Louis Alumni Scholarship and returned to graduate from Washington University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. He later returned to school and received a Masters Degree from the University of New Hampshire in Chemistry. He was a 4 1/2 year veteran of World War II and served in the 459th Bomb Group, the 15th Air force in the United States and Italy. He married Vilma Towler Miller October 4, 1943 in Tucson, Arizona. After the war they lived in Webster Groves, Missouri where he worked at Tums and Monsanto Chemical Company. They later moved to Salt Lake City where he was employed by Vitro and Hercules. After receiving his Masters Degree he began teaching high school chemistry and physics at East High, Roy High and Rowland-Hall. He was a member of the National Ski Patrol and Park City Ski Patrol for several years. They retired in Park City, Utah to be close to the mountains that he loved. He was an active member of the Wasatch Mountain Club and Bonneville Biking Club. Being an avid biker, he enjoyed many international biking trips. He loved to sing and was a member of the Beehive Statesman Barbershop Choir for several years. He was active in Scouting, Indian Guides and loved hiking, fishing, hunting and skiing with the family. Lyman and his wife loved to travel and go sightseeing, hiking and biking overseas and all over the U.S. He was a member of the Bountiful Community Church. Lyman is survived by his wife, Vilma, his children Franklin L. Lewis, Jr. (Theresa) Cindy Lewis Olpin (Scott), 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, brother (Arnold), sisters (Florence Ruth and Katherine Seigmund). Funeral Services will be held Sat. December 10, 2005 12:00 Noon, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary. Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. and 1 hour prior at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary 3401 S. Highland Dr. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Parker and his associates for their kind and professional care during Lyman's illness. Also, Gwen Mitchell and Shelly Call for their help and care. Ann and Lloyd Glaus and Darlene and Warren Phillips from the church for their kindness. In lieu of flowers please make donation to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/9/2005. Olsen, Jodean Spenst Jodean Spenst Olsen 1971 ~ 2005 Jodean Spenst Olsen is finally at peace after a long battle with Huntington's Disease. Jodi was born March 23, 1971. She married Gerald Wade Olsen August 10, 1990, which was solemnized in the Manti Temple. She was a graduate of Alta High School. She took third place in the state creative writing contest. She was an avid archer and brought home many trophies with her husband Gerald. Jodi enjoyed going to Ephraim to be with her "Special Sister" Amy, who really was her aunt. They participated many times in the Manti Pageant. She always made people laugh with a story or joke, but most of all her bubbly personality. Jodi is survived by Gerald Wade Olsen, and the joy and love of their life, daughter Mikaela; mother Mary (John) Springer; brothers, Jeramy (Janara), Joshua (Melanie) Spenst; sister Jaimee (Jake) Bowers, Richard and Milene Olsen; grandmother Ireta Schuring; stepbrothers and sisters, Amie (Ian), Aubra (Keith) Christine (Alan), Jay and John; in-laws Brent (Ann), Noni (Marlin), Lena (Ben), Heidi; many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles and cousins by the dozen. Jodi is preceded in death by her father Steven, uncle Lynn, grandfathers Joe and Dean, grandmother Rea and cousin Wendy. The family wishes to thank her special friends Jean Colosimo, Annette Ferrin and Kim Springer for their dedication of friendship and love. A special thanks to Dr. Mark Rada and Dr. Nancy Futrell for the never-ending medical care. In lieu of flowers please make donations to University of Utah Credit Union in Jodi's name. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Granite View Ward, 2675 East Mt. Jordan Road (9700 So.) in Sandy. Friends and family are invited to call on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mountain View Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South and one hour prior to services at the church. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Osborne, Susan Ann Smith Susan Ann Smith Osborne 1942 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Susan Ann Smith Osborne, Salt Lake City, died December 2, 2005 at home surrounded by her family and friends, after a courageous, four-year-long battle with cancer. Susan was born October 8, 1942, in Salt Lake City to Royal Milton Smith and Hazel Ruby Warburton Smith. Susan spent her early years in Salt Lake City, Elko, and Moab. She married her loving husband, Phillip Eugene Osborne, whom she had met while attending the University of Utah, on October 16, 1963. Phil and "Sparrow" moved the next day to the Bay Area, where Susan subsequently graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.S. degree in Office Administration and a minor in Accounting. After living in San Francisco and the Bay area for nearly a decade, Susan, Phil and their children returned permanently to Salt Lake City. On April 30, 1985, Susan and Phil were married in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and sealed for time and all eternity with their three children. Her Mormon faith was a cornerstone in her life, and she enjoyed serving in the Primary, Sunday School, and Young Women's Association. Susan excelled in numerous vocations - as real estate agent, librarian, legal secretary, and most certainly as wife and mother. She retired from the Granite School District in 2004 after a very successful and enjoyable 20-year career. Her last position at the district was as the Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent of School Services. Susan's wide circle of friends included neighbors, associates from work (especially her two traveling buddies, Karen Westover and Linda Frank, who along with Susan were nicknamed the "Three Gypsies"), and three life-long friends she met while growing up in Moab, Nancy Melich, Karen Ellison and Annette Mestas, who forever will be known as the "Moab Gang." Susan enjoyed cooking, sewing, hiking, swimming, and traveling. Her love of travel was kindled during the summer of 1958 when her Girl Scout Troop #1, under the guidance of leader Dorie Melich, traveled by chartered bus from Moab to Mexico. Since then, Susan (the "family travel agent") has traveled with her family and friends to many places - her most favorite places being in Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Mexico, Montana, New York, and Oregon. Susan, or "Grandma Susie," deeply treasured her grandchildren, Milo, Max, Levi, and Emma. She also enjoyed summers spent with her family, friends, and relatives at the "Osborne Country Inn" in the mountains above Heber. Preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. Survived by her eternal companion and loving husband, Phil; her beloved daughter, Stacey Ann Osborne Romney; her devoted sons, Michael Troy Osborne and Matthew Lewis Osborne; her cherished daughter-in-law, Claire Marie Wilstead Osborne; her terrific son-in-law, Peter Steele Romney; her adored grandchildren, Nicholas Milo Romney, Maxwell Isaac Romney, Levi Alexander Romney, and Emma Claire Osborne; her brothers, Milton Heber Smith and Ronald Warburton Smith; her sisters, Connie Smith Baty, Launa Thomas, and Ernestine Thomas; her cruise partners and sisters-in-law Patricia Osborne Birkinshaw and Lois Osborne Baxter, as well as Aunt Josie Smith, Uncle Ray Clark, Uncle Ken Warburton, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. "For Death is no more than a turning of us over from time, to eternity." - William Penn. The family would like to thank Jan Ryan, RN, Lori Walker, RN, Jayne Dougherty, CNA, Dr. Jane MacPherson, Medical Director and the rest of the IHC Hospice Team for helping Susan's last four weeks here on earth be so special to her and her family. We would also like to thank Susan's many friends and relatives, who have served as care givers the past four years by taking Susan to her many chemotherapy and radiation appointments; plus bringing meals, praying, and sharing their time with her. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. View Memorial Mortuary, 3115 East 7800 South. A viewing will be held Friday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the mortuary and one hour prior to services on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to "Livestrong - The Lance Armstrong Cancer Foundation," P.O. Box 130819, Houston, TX. 77219-0819, and/or "IHC Hospice," 2250 S. 1300 W., Salt Lake City, UT. 84119. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/8/2005. Ottosen, Margaret P. Margaret P. Ottosen 1908 ~ 2005 Margaret Peterson Ottosen passed away peacefully in her sleep December 2, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born May 20, 1908, in Provo, Utah, to Ethel Rawlings Peterson and Peter Canute Peterson. She was the oldest of six children. Married Clifton Nephi Ottosen on June 29, 1932, in the Salt Lake Temple. She spent her early years in Ephraim, Utah, where she attended elementary and secondary schools. Education was very important to her and she was a graduate from Snow College in 1928 and from BYU in 1930. She taught school at Davis High for two years. After her marriage to Clifton Nephi Ottosen, who was in the service of the FBI, they lived in several locations in the East. He preceded her in death on October 30, 1990. She was an active and enthusiastic member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many positions including: Sunday School Teacher, Visiting Teacher, Young Women's Teacher, Ward Primary President, Ward Relief Society Presidency, Primary Stake Board, Primary Children's Hospital Board, and the Primary General Board for 12 years. In addition, she was an ordinance worker at the Salt Lake Temple for 12 years. She was a woman of great dignity and graciousness whose generosity and comfort touched the lives of many, and she will be remembered tenderly for her abundant love of beauty. She is survived by her four children: Ruth O. Tempest (Richard), Salt Lake City; Peter Clifton Ottosen (Ellen), Phoenix, AZ; John Anton Ottosen, West Jordan; and Margaret Ann Ottosen, Ocracoke, NC; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters and one brother: Ethelyn P. Taylor, Salt Lake City; Dr. C.W. (Bill) Peterson, Fountain Hills, AZ; and Kathryn P. Welling, Kaysville. She is preceded in death by her brothers C.R. (Neil) Peterson and P. Knute Peterson. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 6, 12 noon, at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. Friends may call prior to the funeral beginning at 10:30 a.m. Donations to the Primary Children's Hospital are recommended in lieu of flowers. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Pearson, Stewart Eugene Stewart Eugene Pearson 1938 ~ 2005 Stewart Eugene Pearson, beloved husband, father, son, brother and uncle, age 67, passed away in his sleep December 1st, 2005. He was born May 4th, 1938 in Salt Lake City to Stewart W. and Mary Pearson. He married his sweetheart Linda Sperry on September 14th, 1962 in the Logan LDS Temple, and they have been happily together for 43 years. Stewart had many accomplishments, but the one he was most proud of was his family. He loved them very much and would do anything for them. Stewart was warm, compassionate, and had the ability to make people feel good about themselves. He was an active member of the LDS Church and served in various capacities over the years. He was a faithful missionary in Mexico and recently completed a service mission with his wife. He received an honorable discharge from the Navy where he picked up his love for flying. He graduated from the University of Utah and was a member of the Utah State University chapter of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Stewart was an award-winning educator who was greatly loved by his students, all of whom he cherished. He received the highest honors in his profession, and received the Golden Apple award in 1995. Stewart was blessed with tremendous musical gifts from an early age. He played the trumpet beautifully, but it was his exquisite singing voice for which he was well known. He performed throughout the valley, and later was a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. He thrilled many with his voice and was a much requested soloist throughout his life. Stewart was active in the amateur radio community and was known under the call sign "KI7WE". He enjoyed talking with others from around the world. He also had a lifelong passion for classic cars and was proud of his extensive model car collection. Survived by his parents, wife, Linda Kay; children, David, Christine, and Steven; sisters, Darla Christensen, Shauna (Ron) White, Colleen (Roger) Nichols, and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brother, Keith Pearson and sister, Carol Jensen. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 7th, 2005, 12 noon, at the East Millcreek 2nd Ward, 3750 S. Hillside Lane, Salt Lake City. Friends and family may call the evening prior to services from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the same location. They may also visit there one hour prior to the services. Stewart, we love you very much and you will be greatly missed. Logo Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Potter, Arlene Thompson Arlene Thompson Potter 1916 ~ 2005 Arlene Thompson Potter passed away peacefully December 3, 2005. She was born February 21, 1916 in Surry County, North Carolina to James "Millard" Thompson and Mallie Matthews. She married Elwin A. Potter in 1935 and lived over sixty years in Washington, D.C. Arlene and Elwin served an LDS mission in Arkansas in 1970. Arlene moved to Provo, Utah in 1999 and later relocated to Oakley, Utah in 2004, residing at the Wentworth at Summit County. Arlene was a warm and giving person, loved by all who knew her. Arlene was preceded in death by her husband Elwin, and her daughter, Linda P. Snow. Arlene is survived by her sisters Roxy Hayes, Maxine Davis, Faye McCleery, Lucille Woods, and Blanche Forrester, her brothers, Ralph Thompson and James Thompson, and her sons Glenn T. Potter (Mary) of Park City, UT and Elwin T. Potter (Barbara) of Redmond, WA. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Services will be 12 noon, Thursday, December 8, 2005 at Trailside LDS Chapel in Park City, Utah. Interment will follow at Park City Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, Heber City. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Richins, Donald Roger Donald Roger Richins 1945 ~ 2005 Donald Roger Richins, age 60, died at St. Marks Hospital in Salt Lake City Utah Thursday, December 1, 2005 due to complications of diabetes. He was born November 28, 1945 in Provo, Utah to the late Burton and Jenny Sorensen Richins. Graduated from Pomona High School in California. Roger served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany, during the Vietnam War. On December 6, 2000 he was united in marriage to Tammy Larsen in Las Vegas, Nevada. The marriage was later sealed in July, 2005 in the Jordan River Temple. Roger is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many different callings. He enjoyed the nursery the most. Roger is survived by his wife, Tammy; and a former wife, Loralie Gray (sealed in the Los Angeles Temple Jan 25, 1973); and their six children, Danielle (Dusty) Devine, Sasha (Greeley) Wright, Caynanna Richins, Cali, (John) Milligan, Seth Richins, Cobrin Richins; and nine grandchildren, Brian, David, Deanna, Eric, Isaiah, Emily, Olivia, Everett, Joseph. He is also survived by six siblings, May Martinez, Faye Carter, Ray Richins, Janice (Seymore) Isaacson, Dixie (Larry) Pace, and Michael (Sandy) Richins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burton and Jenny Richins; and three siblings, Helen Goodheart, Bertie Heaps, and John Richins. Family memorial services will be held Tuesday, December 6, 2005 at 7 p.m. in the Taylorsville 11th Ward building, 1495 West Tamarack Rd. Taylorsville, Utah. The services will be officiated by Bishop Richard Moore. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Juvenile Diabetes Fund. We would like to thank the Veterans Association for their dedicated service over the last few years. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/5/2005 - 12/6/2005. Rigby, Weldon LeBurl Weldon LeBurl Rigby 1908 ~ 2005 Weldon LeBurl Rigby passed away peacefully at the home of his son Brent who lovingly cared for him, along with his daughter-in-law Marsha, family friend Becky Hutcheon and Inspiration Hospice. Weldon was born February 22, 1908 in Fairview, Utah and married Aurtance Thacker in 1931 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they adopted their son Brent in 1942. Weldon was a devoted member of the LDS church and a loving husband. He was proud of his ability to help people, both as a mechanic and an insurance adjuster. Weldon enjoyed his garden, his workbench, his friends and his family. He was blessed with wonderful health and mental agility until his death due to age. Weldon is survived by his sister Theora Gledhill, son Brent (Marsha) Rigby, grandsons Andrew Rigby and Patrick (Christy) Rigby and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 6th, 2005, 10:00 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Family and friends may call at the same location one hour prior to services. Interment in Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. We greatly appreciate the services Weldon received from Inspiration Hospice. In lieu of flowers please support your local senior center and visit an elderly neighbor or family member. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Rimal, Mele Lili Mateaki Mele Lili Mateaki Rimal "Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Friend" Mele Lili Mateaki Rimal was born Dec. 6, 1963 in Ha"akame Tonga. She died peacefully in her home on Friday, December 2nd. Mele grew up in Laie, Hawaii and was a proud graduate of Kahuku High School. She attended BYU Hawaii before she married Sarat Kumar Rimal. Mele and her family lived in Oklahoma for a few years, but have made Utah their home for the last 15 years. Mele lived a life of service, serving in many positions in the LDS church and in serving her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Sarat Rimal, her five children, Nakita, Sarat Jr., Shishir Mosaia, Staish 'Inoke, and Sabin Sione, her parents, 'Inoke and Malia Funaki of Laie, Hawaii; her father, Kingi Mosaia Mateaki of Orem, Utah; her sisters, Annie Mateaki of Orem, Utah; Tilila Paongo of Lehi, Utah; Noelani Green, Lupe Piena, and Lesina Funaki of Laie, Hawaii; her brothers, Kolo, Vai and 'Inoke Funaki, Jr. of Laie, Hawaii; and many other family members and friends who were blessed by her love and friendship. Mele's family would like to thank the members of the Welby 2nd ward LDS church, the staff of 1st Choice Home Health & Hospice and the many friends and family who gave service to their family during her illness. A wake will be held for family and friends on Friday, December 9th at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Pkway (10600 So.) from 7-10 p.m. Funeral Services will be on December 10th at the Welby 2nd Ward Chapel, 9376 So. 4000 W. Viewing will be from 9-10:30 a.m. and the service will be from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. She will be interred at the Redwood Memorial Estates. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/8/2005. Ruybal, Jeremy Paul Jeremy Paul Ruybal 08/31/76 ~ 12/05/02 He is not gone, I look at his photo's and have to smile. Can I tell you about him for a little while? First thought of the morning and last of the day. I'd wonder about what pranks he'd play! A person whose humor forgave the sin. A joyful clown with a wonderful grin. A growing boy. A people lover. Sought by his brothers and friends. Adored by his mother, Jeremy stays within. He breathes in and out with us, as one. Let's speak of him and laugh awhile. Jeremy's here with us. Can you see him smile? We'll always love and miss you everyday. Your Family and friends. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Smith, Martha Lawrence Martha Lawrence Smith 4/25/1928 ~ 12/2/2005 Martha Lawrence Smith, 77, died December 2, 2005 of natural causes in Layton, Utah. She was born April 25, 1928 in Alamosa, Colorado to Samuel and Anna Mascarenas. I love you all dearly, Now don't shed a tear, I'm spending my Christmas With Jesus this year. Martha was a graduate of Judge Memorial High School and attended Weber State College. Married Farrell D. Lawrence, 1945. He preceded her in death. Married Henry M. Smith, 1982. She was a longtime employee with the Davis County Surveyor, and loved her job and all, "The guys." Martha was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic parish, an avid bowler and golfer, and was past president of Oakridge Country Club ladies association. She loved traveling and all her family and will be missed by all and anyone that met her. Survived by husband, Henry M. Smith; daughter, Mrs. David Loretta Smith; and son, Steven Farrell Lawrence; also grandchildren, Stephanie Smith, Kristin Smith, Elliott Smith, Steven Lawrence, Ryan Lawrence; great-granddaughter, Ellie Sanigar; and her second family of two daughters, seven grandchildren, and nine great-grand-children; brothers and sisters, Edward Mascarenas, Silverio Mascarenas, Mrs. Raymond "Connie" Campos, Mrs. John "Juanita" Rutherford, Sam and Virginia Mascarenas, Richard and Christine Mascarenas, and Anna Marie Caputo. Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Delores; and brother, Frankie. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wed. 9 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 210 So. Chapel St., Layton. A Vigil Service will be held Tues. 7 p.m. at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, SLC, where friends may visit 5-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to St. Rose of Lima Church, P.O. Box 557, Layton, Utah 84041 Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/5/2005 - 12/6/2005. Thorup, Marvin Stephen Marvin Stephen Thorup "Together Again" Marvin Stephen Thorup passed away Sunday, December 4, 2005. He was born August 21, 1920 to Mary Ellen Winter Thorup and Walter Leroy Thorup into a family of three boys. One more child followed, Beverley, Steve's beloved sister, who died in 1942. Steve grew up on Yale Avenue where he kept a pony in a back yard that extended to Ninth South. He attended East High School for one year before the family moved to California where he finished high school at Fairfax High in Hollywood (and where he was classmates, as he was proud to relate, with Mickey Rooney). Steve's father died the following year and the family returned to Salt Lake where Steve took a job as a delivery boy, distributing reams of wrapping paper to local businesses on his bicycle. One of his customers, Paris Beauty Supply, offered him a job in their shipping and receiving department where he worked his way up to manager. During this time, Steve participated in baseball clubs, playing for both the Yale Softball Club and the Rio Grande Baseball Club. During World War II, Steve was stationed at McClellan Field in Sacramento to be-come part of the medical corps of the Air Force. While there, he joined a baseball club - this sponsored by the City of Sacramento and the telephone company, which held dances after the games. At one of these dances, he met Shirley Ann Johnson who would become his wife and beloved partner. They were married by a Mormon bishop in Reno, Nevada November 2, 1944, just before Steve was shipped to Randolph Field in Texas to become a flight surgeon's assistant. From Texas, Steve was shipped to Macon, Georgia, where, just before Christmas in 1944, Shirley joined him, working for a trucking company just across the street from the base. When the war ended, Steve and Shirley moved in with Steve's mother, Mary Ellen Thorup, who became a lifelong friend of Shirley's. Shortly after, they moved to their own apartment on First South and Second East. Both Steve and Shirley took classes at the Henniger Business College where Steve's instructors included Vic Laughlin and Mel Thayne. In 1950, Shirley was pregnant and Steve took a higher paying job as an asbestos worker for a construction company, which allowed them to buy a new Buick and small house on Stratford Avenue (where house payments of $60 a month included taxes and insurance). Two other daughters followed and in 1965, Steve and Shirley's marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Steve was to remain in the construction business for the rest of his working life. He worked for Bullough Asbestos until he retired, at age 55, as a foreman. Upon his retirement, Steve helped Shirley with her accounting business, bringing it into the computer age. Steve and Shirley raised three girls and helped raise their nine grandchildren. They were very involved in the LDS Church, serving on a mission to Washington D.C. in 1994. Steve and Shirley traveled widely and worldwide. Shirley passed away in 2002. Steve is survived by daughters, Janice Thorup (Philip Salembier), Judy White (Phillip), Joyce Rolfe (Rich); grandchildren, Eli, Winter, and Chaz Salembier, Jena, Matthew, Micah, Kiera, and Isaiah White, and Stephan Garcia. Funeral service will be Wednesday, December 7, 2005 1:30 p.m. at Russon Brothers Salt Lake Mortuary, 255 South 200 East. Friends may call from 12-1:15 p.m. Burial will follow in Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. Online guest book and directional maps at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Turner, Maye Dale Kone Maye Dale Kone Turner 1919 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother and grandmother, Maye Dale Kone Turner, died Sunday December 4, 2005 of complications associated with a stroke. She was 86. She was born in Bancroft, Idaho May 18, 1919 to William Ray and Effie Burgess Kone. As a child, she followed her father who was an itinerant builder and gold miner from tiny settlements to even smaller boomtowns in the emerging West. She was one of eight siblings, Effa Taye, William Clayton, Wilmer Val, Georgia Lynne, Robert Ray, Bertha Ilean, and Don Harvey. She had many tales to tell about the often rough and tumble life she led as a child in those dusty camps. She gained much of her inner strength from the lessons she learned from her mother, who held her family together through the hardships and deprivations. Finally, her father gave up his dreams and settled in Salt Lake City. She thrived in the more settled environment. She graduated from West High School in 1937. She was a working girl when she met her lifelong companion, Ross (Roscoe William). After a whirlwind romance they married March 10, 1938. Their marriage produced four children, Shannon Maye (deceased), Cherryle Dawn (David Evertsen), Kevin Ross (Sandy), and Tristyn Sue (Bruce Bowman). To each, in her own way, Mother gave her undying love and devotion. She is also the grandmother of 10 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Maye and Ross were lovers and best friends. They enjoyed the support and companionship of a wide circle of friends. Mother was also devoted to her LDS faith. Her marriage to Ross was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She sang for 18 months with the Tabernacle Choir. She also served a church mission to Washington DC and held many ward positions through the years and has done extensive genealogy research for the family. Mother lost her "sweet companion", Ross, June 20, 1979. In her memoirs she described how a wonderful calmness came over her and how her Heavenly Father let her know that all was well and as it should be. We rejoice that they are now reunited. Our thanks to VistaCare Hospice and Rocky Mountain Care Center of Bountiful for their wonderful care to Mother and our family during her final days. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2005 at the LDS 29th Ward chapel, 1100 West 500 North, at 12 noon. A viewing will be held Tuesday evening at Memorial Estates Redwood, 6500 S. Redwood Road from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the services at the chapel. Internment at Memorial Estates Redwood. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Make A Wish Foundation in her memory. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/5/2005. Turner, Wanda Belle Wanda Belle Turner 1909 ~ 2005 Wanda passed away peacefully December 1, 2005 to causes incident to age. She was born December 28, 1909 in Milton, Utah to Joseph Lyman and Clara Belle Rose Mecham. She married Clarence James Turner. This marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with two children, James and Janet. Janet, age seven, passed away and 11 years later, after 37 years of marriage, Clarence passed on and she spent the remaining 41 years alone. Thanks to four wonderful, caring grandchildren they helped absorb the sadness and loneliness that followed. This was evident as all four were at her bedside shortly after her passing. Following Janet's death she enrolled at Henager's Business College and completed secretarial courses that led to a position in the Registrant's Office at the University of Utah. She retired after 20 years as Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Registrar. Perhaps the happiest time of her life began after I baptized Dad a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints followed by the family being sealed for time and eternity. The following seven years dad maintained the ward building and each evening mom was by his side helping him. Her joy and happiness was not only the work but being with her Clarence. Often it would end with a trip to Fendall's Ice Cream. She had a great love for music and enjoyed playing her piano and organ both at home and at church. She was an accomplished seamstress, and enjoyed needlepoint, crocheting and knitting. Wanda is survived by her son, James (Ann), grandchildren, Debra (Jay) Weight, David (Lisa) Turner, John Paul (Amy) Turner and Melissa (Brian) Dille, nine great-grandchildren and one sister Faye Donna (Keith) Little, Morgan. Besides her husband, daughter and parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Grant, Chester, Earl, Russell, and Harvey. Funeral services will be provided by Wasatch Lawn Mortuary in their chapel on December 6th, at 12:00 noon. A viewing will be held prior to the service at 10:30 a.m. Many thanks to the staff at Alta Ridge Alzheimer's Community and to Alane and her staff at Rocky Mountain Hospice. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/5/2005. Vipperman, Robert Herald Robert Herald Vipperman "Always Bet the Max!" Robert Herald Vipperman, age 68, died at home Friday, December 2, 2005. Dad was born June 13, 1937 in Fire Creek, West Virginia to Leard Jackson and Lissie Jane Purdue Vipperman. A coal miner's son, Dad left the poverty of Appalachia via the poor man's college-the service. While stationed at Coronado Amphibious Base, he met our mother, Joyce Adell LeFevre. They were married in San Diego April 11, 1957. Dad was a professional confectioner. Many people he never met enjoyed the mint sandwiches and other candies he made for Fernwood's. Dad worked for several candy companies, most recently, Maxfield's. Dad liked to watch football, gamble, and spend time with his family. He is survived by his wife; sons, Craig of Salt Lake City, Robert (Denise) of Layton; daughters, Linda, Portland, Lisa (Kirk), Sunset, Janet (Ben), South Weber, Joyce (Gary), Ogden; also survived by many extended family members; and six grandchildren who meant the world to him, Cara, Austin, Irene, Sierra, Autumn, and Skyler. Dad was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, December 7, 12 noon at Mc-Dougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road. A viewing will be held Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and 11-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Cremation to follow. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/4/2005 - 12/6/2005.