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Alley, Russell Irwin          
Russell Irwin Alley 1913 ~ 2005 Russell Irwin Alley, died December 7, 2005 at
the age of 92. He was born on the Alley Ranch, South Eden, Bear Lake, Rich
County, Utah. While attending Bear River High he set the state Javelin record.
Russ obtained a Civil Engineering degree from Utah State University. He worked
for the United States Forest Service, the United States Oversea Mission
rebuilding Pearl Harbor during World War II and Water Control Systems in
Thailand, the United States Corp of Engineers building military bases in
France, the Bureau of Reclamation constructing dams throughout the Western
United States, and Schick International consulting on projects in Syria and
Indonesia. Russ loved his work as a Civil Engineer, Water Hydrologist and Land
Surveyor. Russ married his sweetheart, Carol Beth Canning, in the Hawaiian
Temple on September 23, 1944. Both were faithful members of the LDS Church.
They loved missionary work and together served three missions; Manila
Philippines, Swiss and Salt Lake Temples. He later served in the Salt Lake
Temple Square Mission. Russ gained Carol's love for genealogy and following
her death in 1998, focused his attention on completing their family lines.
United again, this work continues. Russ was a gentle giant among men; soft
spoken, humble and honest in all dealings. He loved people of all cultures and
never judged anyone. He had great wit and always whistled a tune. He loved his
large family and taught them the value of hard work. He played the Saxophone
and loved all music, photography and traveling the world. Russell leaves
behind his seven children: Karen Sims (Don), Sondra Rosine (Richard), Marilyn
Sedgwick (Keith), Russell Alley II (Judy), Pierre Alley (Sarah), Charlie Alley
(Pam), John Alley (Cori); 32 grandchildren; brother, Charles Lorraine Alley;
and a posterity too large to count and many friends and co-workers around the
world. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 12, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
at the Bountiful South LDS Stake Center, 1250 So. Main Street, Bountiful,
Utah. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State, Midvale, Sunday 6-8
p.m. or Monday at the stake center from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Midvale
City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Argerakis, Elaine Sarris           
Elaine Sarris Argerakis 1935 ~ 2005 SYRACUSE, UT - A gentle soul, Elaine
Sarris Argerakis, left us suddenly Thursday, December 8, 2005. She was a
beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who was always willing to
do anything for family and friends. She was born June 4, 1935 in Layton, Utah
a daughter of James and Angeline Gologos Sarris. She married Michael
Argerakis, June 12, 1960, in Leonidion, Greece. She attended schools in the
Layton area and graduated from Davis High School. She was a faithful member of
the Greek Orthodox Church of the Transfiguration in South Ogden for over forty
years. Surviving are her husband, Michael, one son George Argerakis, two
daughters Maria (Kevin) Kinney and Angie (Dan) Slane. She was adored by her
grandchildren, Korene, Alyssia, Mikkayla and Thomas and will be greatly
missed. Also surviving are one sister, Virginia (George) Thiros and several
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Gus,
sister Thelma, her husband Chris and their son Demetrios. Funeral services
will be held Monday, December 12, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Greek Orthodox Church
of the Transfiguration, 674 42nd Street, Ogden with Reverend Father John C.
Emanuelson, officiating. Friends and family may call Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m.
at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. Trisagion Prayer
services will be held at 7 p.m. Interment, Lindquist's Memorial Park at
Layton, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. In lieu of flowers the family suggests
contributions be given to the Greek Orthodox Church of the Transfiguration of
South Ogden. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Armstrong, Jay D.        
Jay D. Armstrong Our Appreciation Jay's family would like to thank our dear
friends and family for the cards, flowers, and contributions, as well the
respect and honor shown by attending his funeral We love you all.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Bagley, Connie Jean           
Connie Jean Bagley 1937 ~ 2005 Connie was called home and reunited with her
parents, many friends and relatives Thursday Dec. 8, 2005. Connie was born May
31, 1937 in Salt Lake City to Ray and Maurine Bagley. Connie was a wonderful
daughter, sister, mother figure and friend. She will be missed by those left
behind. Connie is the second of four children. She is preceded in death by her
father, mother and many loving aunts, uncles and a nephew. She is survived by
her two brothers, Bill (Kathy), Ray (Diane), sister, Bonnie and many nieces
and nephews. Connie graduated from Granite High School in 1955. She worked as
a nurses aid in a private nursing home for two years then went to work for
Valley Bank and Trust in 1957 where she worked for 35 years. She attained the
title of Assistant Vice President in a time when there were few women with
titles. She was proud of her title and loved her job. She was one of the last
employees to leave as they closed down the operations center with the Bank One
merger. She worked and retired from First Security Bank in 1998. She had a
great love of her family and friends and enjoyed being around them until
Alzheimer's took away the pleasure of being with them. She was always busy
with crafts and making beautiful crocheted afghans and baby items. She
continued to stitch right up the final two weeks of her life. She was an
inspiration to her younger sister whom she raised and provided love and
shelter to for 54 years. She will be missed tremendously. The family wants to
extend gratitude to the multitude of people that have provided care for Connie
over the past four years, Rocky Mountain Care and Rocky Mountain Hospice have
been invaluable in their assistance and loving care. Salt Lake Aging services
and Judy for two years of respite care and St. Joseph Day Care where Connie
loved to go each day to spend time with her new friends and the children.
Services will be Sat. Dec. 10th, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens
Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/9/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Bavelas, Helen Pressas        
Helen Pressas Bavelas 2/19/30 ~ 12/7/05 BOUNTIFUL - Beloved wife, mother,
grandmother and sister, age 75, died peacefully on December 7, 2005 after a
courageous battle with cancer. Born February 19, 1930 in Wellington, Utah, the
daughter of William and Sophia Pressas. Married Gus S. Bavelas, March 7, 1948.
She was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church. Helen will be remembered for
allowing the love and light of Christ Jesus to shine through every day of her
life. She gave all that knew her a great gift, herself. She has truly been an
example to us all. A rancher, housewife, mother and cook she assisted her
husband in the operation of the family ranch, raised four children and shared
her love of fine food with all that knew her. Survived by her children Spero
G. (Claudia) Bavelas, Bellevue, Washington; Bessie (Terry) Pantelakis, Salt
Lake City; Bill G. (Bonny) Bavelas, Danville, CA; Connie (Tri) Wright,
Bountiful; grandchildren: Clegg, Kassie, Morgan and Matthew;
great-grandchildren, Ethan and Adam; brother-in-law Jim S. (Helen) Bavelas,
Centerville; sister-in-law, Barbara Kontgas, Price; and many nieces and
nephews. Preceded in death by her father, mother, husband and her ten brothers
and sisters. Thanks and appreciation to Karen and Dr. William Sadler, Dr.
Regina Klein, Nancy Weber, Bonnie and Joyce. Funeral services will be held at
12:30 p.m. Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox
Church, 5335 South Highland Drive, Holladay, Utah. Friends and family may call
Sunday evening from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful
Mortuary, 295 North Main, with Trisagion services at 7:30 p.m.
Interment-Centerville City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
donations be made in the name of Helen Bavelas to the Restoration Fund of the
Holy Trinity Cathedral, 279 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Brimhall, Jeannie Taylor           
Jeannie Taylor Brimhall 1926 ~ 2005 Jeannie Taylor Brimhall, beloved Mother,
Grandmother and friend passed away Friday, December. 2nd. due to injuries
suffered in an automotive accident in Portland OR. She was born December. 17,
1926 to Theodore Taylor and Anna Peterson in Provo. She married Karl Brimhall,
the love of her life, July 16th, 1948. He preceded her in death in December
2002. She was raised in Provo, Utah and attended BYU. After the war, they
moved to California and finally settled in Northridge, CA in 1958. She was a
teacher for the Los Angeles School District. Jeannie loved opera, books,
roses, Shakespeare, her grandchildren and her dear life long friends. She is
survived by her children, Kirk Brimhall of Huntington Beach, CA and Alissa
Bustamante of Orlando FL, her Grandchildren, Anna, Eric, Ashley, Danielle and
Maura. She will be remembered at a memorial service on Saturday December 17,
2005 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Church, 17101 Plummer St., Northridge CA, 91325.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/8/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Elbel, Robert Edwin           
Robert Edwin Elbel 1925 ~ 2005 Robert Edwin Elbel passed away on December 1,
2005 in Salt Lake City, UT, at the age of 80. He was born on July 8, 1925 in
Hannibal, MO, to Edwin and Nora Elbel. He married Lyda Louise Harris in 1960;
they were married for 45 years. Survivors include his wife (Lyda), daughter
(Ruth), sons (Russ, Karl), grandchildren (Zachary, Lucas, Alex, Anthony), and
sister (Joann). He obtained a BA and MA in Entomology from the University of
Kansas, and a PhD in Zoology from the University of Oklahoma. He served in the
Navy, and then worked for the U.S. Civil Service in a variety of Entomology
related positions for 25 years, both in the U.S. and abroad. He spent another
30 years as an Entomology Research Professor in the Biology Department at the
University of Utah. He loved the outdoors, especially camping, backpacking,
and hiking. He taught his children to love and appreciate the outdoors as
well. He also enjoyed insect photography and daily exercise. He was a great
provider for his family, and a great role model. We learned a great deal from
you, and will miss you and think of you always. Services will be held at the
Christ United Methodist Church in Salt Lake City, at 2375 E. 3300 S., on
Sunday, December 11 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate
donations to the Robert Elbel Scholarship. Donations may be made out to the
University of Utah, c/o the Robert Elbel Scholarship, and mailed to the
University of Utah at 540 Arapeen Dr. STE 250, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. The
scholarship will be awarded annually to Biology students - one day, some may
even become Entomologists.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/9/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Forster, John James           
John James Forster 1910 ~ 2005 (Jack) Jack Forster will be able to make his
tee-times in heaven now. Our beloved husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and faithful servant of our Heavenly Father, died peacefully
on December 7, 2005. Born October 10, 1910 in Salt Lake City, Utah to John
James Forster and Charlotte Emma Olive Forster. He married Rose Marie
Cummings, February 1, 1946; later the marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake
Temple. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army during World
War II. Jack was educated at West High School graduating 1929 and attended the
University of Utah before entering the business world. Jack worked as an
account executive at Hogle Co., Goodbody & Co. and Merrill Lynch, retired in
1980. He had a great love for his family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He
was a member of the LDS Church Mt Olympus 12th Ward. He was an active High
Priest. He enjoyed spending time with his life-long friends in the church. He
also never missed a tee-time with his golfing buddies. Jack's love for golf
inspired his membership to Willow Creek Country Club and Bloomington Country
Club. Jack was a quiet man who taught by example and had a great sense of
humor. He was extremely proud of his children, grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. Survived by wife of 59 years Rose Marie Forster, son John
E Forster, daughter Janet M Terry, son-in-law Garland G Terry, four
grandchildren, Jennifer Terry, Jessica Terry, Devin Black, Dustin Black and
wife Sarah Black; three great-grandchildren, River Terry, Gabe Black and
Claire Black. A funeral service, honoring his life will be held at high noon,
Monday, December 12th in the Mt. Olympus North Stake Center, 4176 S. Adonis
Drive (3950 E.) where family and friends may call between 11:00 a.m. and 11:45
a.m. Additionally, Sunday, December 11th between 5:00-7:00 p.m. there will be
a time for friends and family to visit at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park &
Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Hansen, Blanche Burdick       
Blanche Burdick Hansen 1917 ~ 2005 Blanche Burdick Hansen, wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grand-mother, aunt and gracious lady, passed away early
Friday morning December 2, 2005 from complications due to a fall. Born August
30, 1917 to Mary Elizabeth Harding and Albert Marcellus Burdick in Payson,
Utah, "A True Lady" is how her family, friends and mere acquaintances referred
to her. She grew up happily and carefree in Payson where her mother ran the
Strawberry Boarding House and her father and brothers ran Burdick Lumber.
Blanche attended the Peteetneet School then went on to "the BYU." Her mother,
widowed when Blanche was 16, decided that they should move to Salt Lake City
where Blanche then attended the U of U. There she met and married George T.
Hansen, Jr. They were married on December 12, 1941. Blanche's proudest
accomplishments were her three children, George (Pete), Mark and Elizabeth.
She was a kind and nurturing mother who loved life and fought to stay on this
earth as long as she could. Besides her love for her family, Blanche loved to
socialize and was known to strike up a conversation with anyone she happened
to meet. She also loved playing bridge with her close friends and, until
suffering a stroke in 2004, belonged to two bridge groups. Blanche made the
best of every situation in which she was placed. Three days before she passed,
with her family around her bedside, Blanche mused, "It's wonderful to have
days like this... But sometimes it isn't." Her last addition to an endearing
collection of "Blanchisms." She will be sorely missed by all. Blanche was
preceded in death by her husband, George T. Hansen Jr. to whom she was married
62 years, and is survived by her children: George (Susan), Mark (Kim), and
Elizabeth; five grandchildren: Stephanie, Chris, Holly, Jordan, and Priscilla;
and three great-grandchildren. Viewing will be at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary,
4760 South State Street, Monday, December 12, 2005 from 6 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, December 13, 2005 at the Big Cottonwood
14th Ward, 5165 South Highland Dr. at Noon with a viewing preceding at 10:45.
Interment Holladay Memorial Park. www.Jenkins-Soffe.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Hardman, Beverly Ann Coplan        
Beverly Ann Coplan Hardman 1940 ~ 2005 Our wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and sister left this world to join her Heavenly Father on
December 8, 2005 after suffering complications as a result of Amyotropic
Lateral Sclerosis (ALS also called Lou Gehrig's Disease). Born January 6, 1940
in Phoenix, Arizona to Joe and Lois Pauline Hook Coplan, the eldest child of
four children: sister Joellen Louderback, brothers Jospeh Richard and James
Henry Coplan. Beverly graduated from High School in Phoenix. Married Ivan
Richard Hardman on February 11, 1957, and they were later sealed in the Salt
Lake Temple. Ivan was stationed at nearby Luke Airforce Base. In 1962 they
moved to Sandy, Utah. She is survived by her loving husband, Ivan Richard
Hardman and four children: Kathryn Weiler, Henry Richard (Sherri) Hardman,
Sheryl (Roger) Rostrom, and Kari Lanfranconi. She had 11 grandchildren and
four great grandchildren. She worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Sandy,
Utah and was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, serving in multiple callings, including as Relief Society President in
both the Cresent Third and Rose Canyon Wards. She had a fun sense of humor and
enjoyed visiting her many friends and family. Her hobbies included a good
book, genealogy and poetry. Mom loved carnations, but in lieu of flowers,
please donate to the Muscular Dystrophy or ALS foundation of your choice.
Perhaps by so doing, another family may be spared the premature loss of a
loved one. Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 12, 2005 at 12:00
noon in the L.D.S. Harmon Ward Building, 4634 West Harmon Drive (approximately
3700 South). The family will receive friends at a viewing Sunday evening from
5-7 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, and from 10:45
until 11:45 a.m. prior to the service on Monday at the Ward. Interment: Sandy
City Cemetery, 700 East 9000 South. The family would like to thank Community
Nursing Services, and Avalon Valley for the love and care they provided.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Johnston, Mildred Elaine Rawlings       
JOHNSTON -Mildred Elaine Rawlings Johnston, age 90, died December 8, 2005 in
St. George, Utah. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 12 in Provo,
Utah under the direction of Berg Mortuary of Provo.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Kloogh, Marie Bergstedt Nilsen (Tudi)        
Marie (Tudi) Bergstedt Nilsen Kloogh My Tudi Our beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and friend passed away
Dec. 6, 2005 at home after a 20-month struggle with sarcoma cancer. She was
born September 17, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Sigurd Hagbart and Ragna
Hildeborg Bergstedt Nilsen. The blessed event happened at the home of Onkel
Abel and Tante Borghild Paulsen on Hollywood Ave. She married Kaare Kloogh on
December 15, 1950 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She attended Garfield
Elementary, Irving Jr. High and was the youngest ever to graduate from Davis
High School. She worked at Walker Bank and First Security Bank from where she
retired. She was active in the LDS church working in the library, visiting
teaching, and she loved young women's rough out camp. She was an avid knitter
and for years won first place ribbons on all Utah State Fair entrees and one
Sweepstake prize. Decorative painting was another life long hobby. She was an
artist in her own right; everything that she touched was perfection from
knitting, painting, needlework, her home and her life. Dancing was another
hobby that she truly loved to do with Kaare, Norwegian Folk, Square, round and
Ballroom dancing. She developed a keen love for the country of Norway, the
birthplace of her parents and husband. She enjoyed traveling in Norway and
visiting relatives. Norwegian was her first language and she retained it
throughout her life. She is survived by her loving husband Kaare, three
daughters; Ann-Marie Kloogh, Rebecca McGill and Kristen Kloogh, two
grandchildren; Matthew (Elisha) McGill, Melissa McGill, great-grandson Seth
Kaare McGill, brother Sigurd (Margaret) Nilsen, and sister Karen Larson.
Prededed in death by parents and sister Annette Meacham. Funeral services will
beheld Monday, December 12, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. at the East Millcreek 11th Ward
2702 East Evergreen Ave. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8 pm at
Wasatch Lawn Mortuary 3401 Highland Drive and from 10:30-11:15 am prior to
services. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. We would like to
thank Dr. Brent Christensen and surgical staff, also Dr. Gordon Watson and
staff at the Radiation Dept at LDS Hospital and last but not least, the nurses
and aids from the IHC Hospice Dept. for their caring touch. Jan Ryan, Thank
you! Family friends, neighbors, I thank you for your many thoughtful
kindnesses you showed my sweetheart. VI ELSKER DEG
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Krahenbuhl, Jacques Herman         
Jacques "Jack" Herman Krahenbuhl "Big Jack" Beloved father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and uncle, Jack Krahenbuhl, age 72, passed away
peacefully December 6, 2005 at his home in Yuma, AZ. Born July 26, 1933 in
Redondo Beach, CA to Herman and Mary Hafeli Krahenbuhl. Married Jean
Christensen; later divorced. Jack served in the Navy during the Korean War. He
owned and operated Big Valley Plumbing for over 20 years. He loved the
outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping-and especially his family and friends.
His personality and demeanor will be dearly missed. Jack's family loved him so
much, and he was a great friend to so many. Jack's boys are so grateful that
their Dad taught them the value of hard work. As the years went by, the
important things in life became so evident in Jack's life. Even though he
never complained, Jack was a fighter to the end. Survived by four sons: Jack
(Jody), Jim (Kayleen), Jerry (Stacy), and Jordan; 13 grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; sister, Kathy Howard; brothers, Bob and John; many nieces
and nephews. Preceded in death by his sister, Gertrude; brother, Rex.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, December. 10, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. at
Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine Street. Friends and family may call
Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12:00 noon at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State
Street. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/9/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Larson, Maurine L.       
Maurine L. Larson 2/26/16 - 12/8/05 BOUNTIFUL- Maurine L. Larson, age 89, died
peacefully at her home in Bountiful December 8, 2005. Maurine was born on
February 26, 1916 to Andrew Adolphus and Mable Sorensen Lasson Mt. Pleasant,
UT. She graduated from North Sanpete High School and Snow College. Maurine
married Floyd Larson on February 4, 1941 in Coalville, Utah and they were
later sealed in the Manti Temple. Four children were born to this union and
they were raised in Grand Junction, Colorado. She was an active member of the
LDS Church and served in many leadership positions including Relief Society
President and Young Women's President. Preceded in death by her parents, three
sisters, two daughters: Camille Murphy and Jeanne Pacheco, grandson: Shane
Boyer, and infant grandson: Todd Murphy. Survived by her husband Floyd R.
Larson and two children: Jill (Ben) Jones, Henefer, Michael (Terry) Larson,
Farmington; 12 grandchildren, and 28 great-grandchildren. Funeral services
will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Bountiful 16th
Ward Chapel, 550 N. 720 E. Friends and family may call Sunday evening from
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main,
and at the church from 9:45-10:45 prior to the service. Interment-Bountiful
City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Matthews, Milton Paul         
Milton Paul Matthews 1919 ~ 2005 Milton Paul Matthews died Tuesday, December
6, 2005, of causes incident to age. He was born November 2, 1919, in
Grantsville, Utah, to George Morris Matthews and Lucy Ann Sabin Wrathall. He
married Ann Henrichsen December 18, 1943, in the Salt Lake Temple. They had
seven children: Susan Sandberg (Gary), Morris (Patsy), Paul (Charlene),
Julianne Echols (John), William (Sharon), Janet Nelson (Jeff) and Diane Healey
(Patrick). He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan and a grandson,
Joshua; survived by his wife, Ann, six children, 26 grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. Milt was a veteran of World War II, an active member of
the LDS church and served a mission in Argentina from 1940-43. He counted the
surviving Ch s among his best friends. He received academic degrees from the
University of Utah (BA) and New York University (MA and PhD) and was a
professor of Marketing at the University of Utah for over 30 years. He was
noted as a knowledgeable and entertaining teacher. He also taught in Germany,
Spain, England, Hawaii, Burma and Turkey. He was active in real estate
procuring sites for branch banks, developing shopping centers and purchasing
land throughout Utah. Milt set a great example to his posterity of the value
of education and a good work ethic. Family was extremely important to Milt and
he attended countless sporting and artistic events of which his children and
grandchildren were a part. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 on Saturday,
December 10th, at Millcreek Stake Center, 4220 South 420 East, Salt Lake City,
Utah, with a viewing from 11:00 to 12:15. An additional viewing is on Friday
from 6:00 to 8:00 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake
City, Utah. In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to the LDS
Church Perpetual Education Fund or the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund at
www.lds.org\ldsfoundation or a charity of your choice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/9/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Morris, Lenore           
Lenore Morris 5/12/15 ~ 12/7/05 Lenore Morris passed away at home on Dec. 7,
2005, at the age of 90. She was the daughter of Parley M. and Sarah E. Morris,
born on May 12, 1915 in Neeley, Idaho. She was the third child of their 12
children. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Esther M. Smart, Gem E.
Morris, a baby sister, Mary L. Rose, and Jeanne M. Horne. She is survived by
brothers and sisters: Mildred M. DeLate, Pocatello, Idaho; Paul M. (Helen)
Morris, Grant I. (Bernice) Morris, Cherryl Z. (Gene) Rose, and Mavis M. (Bill)
Oswald, all of Salt Lake City; and Herbert J. (Arlene) Morris, Tucson,
Arizona. She married Ralph Roberts in Pocatello, Idaho; and they were later
divorced. They had one son, Ralph Bernie (Kristine) Roberts, Payette, Idaho,
who provided her with three grandchildren and five great-grand-children.
Lenore lived an adventurous life, working in many different cities in the West
and Northwest. She had great skill as a bookkeeper and had the reputation for
being able to take a set of business records that were in bad disarray and
bringing them into perfect order. She once received a personal letter from her
employer, Mr. Fred Meyer, commending her on the high caliber of her work. The
family would like to thank her nephew and his wife Jim and Dianne Smart for
their loving and conscientious care in their home during the last four years
of her life. A private memorial for family members to be arranged later.
Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Romney, Clark       
Clark Romney 3/10/24 ~ 12/7/05 Clark passed away at home on December 7th,
2005. He was born March 10, 1924 to Jane and Clark Romney in Salt Lake City,
Utah. He attended South High School and the University of Utah. He married the
love of his life, Gloria "Red" Norris on October 5th, 1943 in Salt Lake City.
He went to work for Christensen Diamond Products at the age of 15 and was
employed there for over 50 years. As Vice President of Production for
Christensen Diamond, Clark was able to travel all over the world and had an
uncanny way of making many wonderful friends wherever he went. Clark was an
avid golfer and belonged to the "gruesomes" at Hidden Valley Country Club. He
was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed by
every single life he touched. He's survived by his wife, Gloria, daughters,
Linda (Gary) Green, Sue Madsen, and Christie (Allen) Saunders, five
granddaughters, and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be held Monday,
December 12th at 12:00 noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600
South, with a visitation from 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment,
Larkin Sunset Gardens. The family would like to thank the caregivers at
CareSource Hospice. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.larkinmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/8/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Squires, Nancy Ruth           
Nancy Ruth Squires 1949 ~ 2005 Nancy Ruth Squires was welcomed home on
December 7, 2005 after courageously enduring multiple health issues. Nancy was
born December 8, 1949 in Salt Lake City to Vera L. Anderson and Fred B.
Squires. Nancy received a Masters degree in English Literature from
Westminster College. For years, she used her talents at West Jordan and Copper
Hills High schools, expanding the minds of her students. Aunt Nancy, or Mama
Squires - names her students affectionately gave her - had the remarkable
ability to reach beyond the words on a page, grasping the full meaning and
excitement behind each work of literature she taught. Her students' minds and
lives were enriched as she taught the importance of enjoying, enduring, and
learning from each of life's experiences. Nancy loved her students, and they
truly loved her. Nancy married Layne Mecham in Salt Lake City, Utah. They
later divorced. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, and lived in the Union Fort Third ward. Nancy is survived by her
daughter, Rachel Mecham Luft (Michael), and three beautiful granddaughters,
Rosalind, Olivia, and Abigail. She was preceded in death by her son Jared, her
parents, and her brothers. Family and friends are welcome to offer condolences
at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park on December 9 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral
services will be held on December 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Fort
Third ward building (6710 S. 1300 E.). Family and close friends are welcome to
visit at 10:00 a.m. prior to the services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial
Park. 3401 Highland Dr.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/9/2005 - 12/10/2005.

Sumsion, Irene Humphries           
Irene Humphries Sumsion 1919 ~ 2005 Irene Humphries Sumsion, age 86, passed
away at her home peacefully on December 7th, surrounded and being cared for by
her loving family. Irene was born on October 26, 1919 to John Allen Humphries
and Emma Thompson Bleak in Hurricane, Utah. She was the 7th of 15 children.
Irene was educated in Hurricane, Ogden and graduated from Springville High
School where she met George Ray Sumsion. They were married on March 20, 1939
in Oakland, CA Their marriage was later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple.
Ray and Irene made their early life in Caliente, Nevada where Ray began his 41
year career with the Union Pacific Railroad. The first two of their three
children were born in Caliente before their return to Springville. Springville
became their home for 52 years and Ray passed on May 23, 2000. Irene spoke
glowingly of a happy childhood in southern Utah with outings to Zion's Canyon
surrounded by her large family in that close community. Their family life was
comfortable and simple through the depression years with hard work and loving
parents. Irene loved music from an early age, and she particularly liked the
big band era. She was a chorister for many years and she loved the hymns and
primary songs. A prolific reader, especially in retirement years, she found
time for the Utah Jazz and followed BYU sports closely. Irene was very
patriotic and followed politics closely as well. She had a very strong work
ethic and retired from Brookside Happy Service Market. Irene was a devoted
wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved and was close to
her brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and was involved in their lives. She
was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and
served in many ways. She loved to travel the West with Ray and enjoyed
explaining their adventures to their children. She was generous with time and
resources. Recent adventures included a Denver train trip with her 34
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also accompanied her family on a
Caribbean cruise in her 83rd year. She had a wonderful memory which
illuminated her life experience to those who loved being with her and hearing
her colorful life story. She remained the consummate and poised storyteller to
the end. Irene is survived by her three children: Earl (Susan) Sumsion,
Taylorsville, Utah; Susan (Alan) Johnson, Spanish Fork, Utah; Kate (Sam)
Walker, Orem, Utah; 19 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. And also
surviving is one sister Ruby (Wil) Jennings, Hurricane, Utah; one
sister-in-law Lucile Watts, Roy, Utah. Funeral services will be held Monday,
December 12, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Hobble Creek West Stake Center, 555
South 600 East in Springville, Utah. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6:00
to 8:00 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South, Springville, Utah and at
9:45 a.m. at the church prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in the
Springville Evergreen Cemetery. The family wishes to acknowledge the excellent
care given by Dr. William LeRoy, Irene's physician for 25 years and to her
many friends and staff at the Courtyard at Jamestown and Alpine Home Health,
whom she loved very much. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.wheelermortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/10/2005.

Van De Graaff, Kent M.        
Kent M. Van De Graaff 1942 ~ 2005 LIBERTY - Kent Marshall Van De Graaff,
Ph.D., passed away in Providence, Utah on Wednesday, December 7, 2005 after a
recent diagnosis of cancer and without undue suffering. Dr. Van De Graaff was
born on May 21, 1942 in Ogden, Utah to John and Ellen Van De Graaff. He
attended Weber High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Weber
State College during which time he met and married Karen Waldron of Morgan,
Utah in the Logan Temple in 1962. He received his Masters degree in zoology
from the University of Utah and then a Ph.D. in zoology from Northern Arizona
University in Flagstaff. His first appointment as professor was at the
University of Minnesota in 1973. Two years later he accepted a position at
Brigham Young University where he taught human anatomy for 20 years. Since
1996 he served as a professor of anatomy and as pre-professional advisor at
his alma mater, Weber State University, where he actively taught until shortly
before his death. Dr. Van De Graaff was a prodigious author of over two dozen
textbooks, laboratory manuals, study guides, and atlases in the fields of
anatomy, physiology and biology. He was a renowned expert in the field of
zoology education and ushered many of his publications into numerous editions.
He was a beloved professor to thousands of students over his three-decade
career and many current health care professionals regard him as a profound
inspiration in their lives. Dr. Van De Graaff received numerous awards and
recognitions for excellence in teaching-all who attended his lectures marveled
at his unusual ability to turn the difficult study of human anatomy into an
exciting and entertaining endeavor. Despite this professional success his true
passion was his family and we, his children, are eternally grateful for the
many years we had with him. He was preceded in death by his parents, his
beloved wife, Karen, and three siblings. He is survived by his children Kyle
and Therese, Omaha, NB; Eric and Cheryl, Omaha, NB; Ryan and Colette, Lincoln,
Nebraska; Arie and Mindy Sandy, Utah; Jena and Marc Lawson, Providence, Utah;
and Joel, Liberty, Utah; his 14 grandchildren; four brothers Wayne in
Calexico, California; John in Argyle, Wisconsin; Fred in Houston, Texas; David
in Boise, Idaho; and three sisters Ellen Mitchell in Ogden; Lucille Rackham in
Ogden; Sherma Price in Myton, Utah. A viewing will be held Sunday, December 11
from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd.,
Ogden, UT 84401 (801-394-6666). An additional viewing will be held Monday,
Dec. 12 at 1:00 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 1:30 pm. These services
will take place in the Allred Theater located in the Browning Fine Arts Center
on the Weber State University campus. Interment, Orem City Cemetery In lieu of
flowers, please send donations to a Memorial Scholarship Fund at Goldenwest
Credit Union, account #1699296, routing #324377613. Email condolences to the
family at: lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Whitesides, Elma C.           
Elma C. Whitesides "Together Again" Our beloved mother, grandmother, great
grandmother, aunt and friend, Elma Cheney Whitesides, passed away peacefully
in her sleep December 3, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. She was born on August 14,
1915 in Burley, Idaho, the sixth of seven daughters and one son of Elam George
and Louise Whittaker Cheney. Elma was educated in Cardston, Alberta, Canada.
She was a very talented, cultured and elect lady. At the age of 12 she started
her talent of fashion design, sewing and tailoring. She designed and made many
of her family's clothes and furnishings. Elma also created ethereal "Cheney
Original" wedding dresses (free of charge) for many young women married in the
LDS Temples. She was a renowned designer, decorator and mural artist. During
World War II she worked for Boeing Aircraft Co. in Seattle as an accountant
and bookkeeper. She also traveled the world for business and pleasure. Elma
worked in public relations for many years, sacrificing much to provide many
special opportunities for her family. She and her husband Joe Edward
Whitesides were active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-days
Saints, the Old Main Society at USU, and helped sponsor the annual Joe E.
Whitesides scholar/athlete luncheons. Elma was a faithful member of the
church, and devoted decades in the MIA and various other callings. She wrote,
directed, and made costumes for many award winning road shows and musical
productions. She leaves a legacy of diligence in temple service, for literally
thousands who will rise up and call her blessed. She was preceded in death by
her siblings and her dear eternal companion, Joe E. Whitesides. Elma is
survived by their children; Melody Starmer (Dean) of Castro Valley, CA; Lana
Foley of Las Vegas, NV; Colleen Tibbets (Tim) of Tracy, CA; Kim Whitesides of
Salt Lake City and Jill Whitesides of The Woodlands, TX. Elma was blessed with
nine loving grandchildren, six precious great grandchildren, and many nieces
and nephews. Her presence will be greatly missed in all of our lives. Funeral
services and visitation were held on December 9, 2005 at Lindquist's Bountiful
Mortuary. Internment followed at Kaysville Cemetery. e-mail condolences to
lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/10/2005 - 12/11/2005.

Zenger, Shirley Means         
Shirley Means Zenger 1931 ~ 2005 A very special spirit returned to her
Heavenly Father on Tuesday, December 6, 2005, surrounded by her loving family,
after a courageous fight with cancer. Shirley Ann Means Zenger was born
January 29, 1931 in Los Angeles, California to Royal Webster Means and Lillian
Livingston Means. Shirley graduated from West High School and married Kenneth
Don Zenger on March 5, 1950 in the Salt Lake Temple. Shirley devoted her
entire life and energy to her children and grandchildren, and her life was a
true and classic example of a mother's deep, unwavering love. Her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren adored her warmth and loved her grilled
cheese sandwiches and waffles, which she made, on request, hundreds of times.
Shirley established many family traditions. One of her favorites was visiting
the Temple grounds every Easter for family pictures. Christmas Eve was also
very special, thanks to her warm-hearted festive love. She was a shopaholic
when it came to her grandchildren and never failed to find some Christmas
trinket every year to bring the joy of Christmas to a new level! Her home in
Holladay was and will continue to always be open. Home was the center of
family activities, especially the Sunday dinners when everyone showed up,
including all of her children and their spouses, grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, and even their closest friends. Shirley welcomed everyone
with open arms and acceptance. Shirley's generosity and kindness to all will
be a legend forever. Besides serving her family, travels to Hawaii were one of
her great sources of pleasure and enjoyment. In addition, her visits to Europe
and cruise trips left her with many memories that she often recalled with
pleasure. Shirley had a talent for making friends and giving a sense of
comfort to those in her presence. Besides caring for her family, she would
often take care of others in need, including people who were complete
strangers. She regularly visited thrift and bargain stores to obtain shoes,
clothing, and coats, which she distributed to needy children at various
schools in the Salt Lake Valley. Compassion cannot even begin to describe the
level of service and caring of this amazing woman. Everyone who met Shirley
loved her warm smile and her easy conversational manner. Even in the latter
stages of her battle with cancer, Shirley made a point to make it to her early
morning swim session at the Holladay Lion's Club. Her friends at the swimming
pool were captivated by her warmth and concern for every one of them--although
her condition was much worse than most others that came each morning. Shirley
so loved flowers, especially red roses! She took great care and concern in her
gardening to ensure that the flowers had more than sufficient water. Her
almost personal relationship with flowers was of a childlike nature. She had
an awe and respect for the beautiful earth upon which she lived. She was the
anchor of her family. Shirley so loved life; she was truly an angel on this
earth. Shirley was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Shirley is survived by her loving husband Ken, and nine of
her 10 children whom she continually had a mother-to-child relationship with:
Greg, Lana Jeremy, Kim Mark (Jaime), Diane (Frank) Moffat, Merrilee (Clay)
Wilson, Darrin (Katie), Jill (Bruce) Dalebout, Shauna (Christopher) Quick,
Justin (Libbie), and her beloved daughter-in-law, Joni. Shirley is preceded in
her death by the passing of her most loving and handsome son, Kevin, in 1978.
She is also survived by 32 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. We will
deeply miss her love and devotion. The family would like to extend a special
thanks to everyone who assisted Shirley with her care and treatment. A viewing
is scheduled on Friday, December 9, 2005 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cottonwood
Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Drive and one hour prior to services on
Saturday. Services are scheduled at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2005 at
the Holladay 11th Ward, 2065 East 4675 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84117.
Interment - Wasatch Lawn, 3401 South Highland Drive. We would like to give a
tribute to our father/grandfather who so kindly cared for his "little flower
Shirley Ann" during her five-year struggle with cancer. Ken was always by her
side until the very end and could not have been a more devoted husband. Love,
your children and grandchildren.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/8/2005 - 12/10/2005.