OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 16 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 Allen, Carmen Hutchings Worsencroft Carmen Hutchings Worsencroft Allen 1932 ~ 2005 Carmen Hutchings Worsencroft Allen, 72, passed away on Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, during a traditional Thanksgiving gathering with her family on the island of Maui. Carmen was born in Hurricane, UT on Dec. 30, 1932 to Dr. Albert J. and Nora Wright Hutchings. Carmen is survived by her husband, Delbert Allen of Mesquite, NV; her children (Worsencroft): Kim, Chris, Cory and Gordon; Dell's children (Allen): Crystal and Mike; 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and her brother, Keith Averett. Carmen resided in Mesquite, NV, but spent most of her life in Salt Lake valley, including 30 years working at LDS Hospital. A wake will be held to honor Carmen on Friday, Dec. 23, 2005 at the Market Street Grill Cottonwood, 2985 E. Cottonwood Pkwy (6580 S.), 4 - 7 p.m. For inquiries contact: Dell Allen, 702 346-3179, dlallen@mesquiteweb.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/11/2005 - 12/18/2005. Allred, Melba Miller Melba Miller Allred 1917 ~ 2005 Melba Miller Allred passed away on December 15, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born January 21, 1917, to Melvin Parley Miller and Cora Brugger in Chester, Idaho. She graduated from Richfield High School and Seminary, and then attended Brigham Young University taking business classes enabling her to have growing experiences from several employers throughout her life, the last of which was the University of Utah. She worked there for 27 years and retired at age 70. She also graduated from the University of Utah Institute of Religion. She was married to James Raymond Allred in the Salt Lake Temple in 1940. They were the parents of three sons and two daughters. Melba was thankful for the privilege of being active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed leadership and teaching experiences in most organizations of the Church with the highlight being serving in the Columbus, Ohio Mission. She was an active member in The Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She loved and appreciated her family. She lived an exemplary life of selfless service and greatly influenced and touched the lives of many people. She experienced many trials in life but endured them valiantly. She was the strength and anchor of her family, always putting their needs ahead of hers. She will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond, two sons, James Raymond Allred, Jr. and Brian Allred, one granddaughter, Rachel Allred, and one brother and four sisters. She is survived by two daughters, Darlene Lustig (Roderick) of Mesa, Arizona; Nancy Bollinger (Roy) of Park City, Utah; a son, Clinton Allred (Camille) of Lindon, Utah; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and one sister, Edith Shaban of San Bruno, California. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005, at noon at the Mountain View First Ward, 1400 South 1900 East, Salt Lake City, Utah, with a viewing from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Interment will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Funeral directors: Larkin Mortuary. For online condolences see larkinmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Blackburn, Clay T. Clay T. Blackburn 1917 ~ 2005 LOA, UTAH - Our beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Clay Taylor Blackburn, age 88, died December 14, 2005 at her home in Loa, after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born October 11, 1917 in Fremont, Utah, a daughter of William Gross and Emily Bell Duncan Taylor. She married Floyd Blackburn, December 26, 1937 in Manti, Utah. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple May 14, 1958. Floyd died September 6, 1993. Clay was very active in the LDS Church, serving in the Primary, Young Women and in the Stake and Ward Relief Society. She was an active member of the DUP Camp Mauna Loa. Clay was in charge of the Red Cross in Wayne County for many years, always willing to help those in need. She was also active in the Senior Citizens. Clay loved to hunt, fish and go rock hounding. She always had a lovely garden and beautiful flowers. Her back door was always open and she had a story for everyone and always wanted you to sit down and eat. Clay is survived by her children: Eugene (deceased) and Loma Blackburn of Loa; Wilbert and Bonnie Blackburn of Ft. Collins, CO; George and Linda Blackburn of Fremont; 29 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers: Verna McDonald of South San Francisco, CA; Van and Lela Taylor, Ora Mascaro, all of Fremont; Wilma Boone of Murray; Dunk and Roma Taylor of Bicknell; Sherma and Keith Sondrup of Orem; Carole and Glen Chabot of Eureka, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd; son, Eugene; a brother, Chap Taylor and three sisters: Lela Oyler, Baurdee Sheffield and Cheryl Hill. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 19, 2005 at 1:00 P.M. in the Loa Stake Center, where friends may call for viewing Monday morning from11:00 to 12:30 prior to the services. Burial will be in the Loa Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield, Salina and Gunnison, Utah. On line guest book at; www.springerturner.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Caputo, Jean Keen Jean Keen Caputo 11/21/23 ~ 12/15/05 Today we lost the heart of our big family. Jean was born November 21, 1923 to Albert Keen and Eva May Miller, in Salt Lake City, UT. On June 1, 1941, Jean married the love of her life, Eugene Antonio Caputo. Eugene preceded her in death May 14, 1958, leaving her to raise their five children, Bonnie Lucero, Joe Caputo, Toni (Phil) Maez, Joan (Jack) Cornish, and Danny (Gwyn) Caputo. She worked as a waitress for over 40 years. Mom loved cooking spaghetti for everyone - family, friends, neighbors. She loved to go to Mesquite and play slots. She was an avid skater and major bowler in her youth. You could find her out in her perfect yard pulling the last weed, cleaning house or on her couch watching tennis and stock car racing. She even rode in the pace car this past year. She is survived by her five children; 12 grandchildren; 32 great-grand-children; sisters, Jessie Mangum and Joyce Wingerter; sister-in-law, Violet Cordova; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents; husband; granddaughter Little Toni and numerous brothers and sisters. She touched the lives of many and those who knew her, loved her dearly. We will forever miss our mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grand-mother, friend, our angel. We will keep her close to our hearts as she is in heaven watching each and every one of us. A visitation will be held Monday, December 19, 2005, from 6 - 8 p.m. at St. Partick's Catholic Church, 1058 West 400 South, with Rosary beginning at 8 p.m. The visitation will continue Tuesday from 11 - 12 Noon at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East 1300 South. Graveside services to follow at 12:30 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Christensen, LaMar Claire LaMar Claire Christensen 1927 ~ 2005 LaMar Claire Christensen, 1927-2005 passed away December 14, 2005 of natural causes. Born Sept. 16, 1927 in Ephraim, Utah to Clarence Andrew and Lorena Elizabetha Oviatt Christensen. His family moved to Salt Lake when he was 12. Graduated Granite High School, and was drafted and served in the U. S. Army for three years and the last 11 months of that was in Korea. Met Rita Pearl Jenkins and married Sept. 17, 1948. Later solemnized in Salt Lake Temple. Worked for Hygea Ice Co., Salt Lake Kanab, Breitling Bros. Construction. Served as Ward Clerk and was ready to serve when called upon. Made many friends in 1st, 3rd, and 12th Wards of the Mill Creek Stake. Preceded in death by his wife, Rita in May 1980, and granddaughter, Sara Darline Christensen (Rick) Aug. 1999. Leaves behind six children, Ricky (Darline), Murray; Dean (Josephine), ElCajon, CA; LaRaine, Provo, UT; Daniel (Elizabeth), West Jordan; Geraldine, Provo; Jeffrey (Penny), Aurora, Colorado. Survived by 20 grandchildren, 16 great-grand-children . Funeral services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., Dec.19, 2005 in the Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Drive. Friends and family may call Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday one hour prior to services. Interment, Elysian Burial Garden Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Cropper, Vonda S. Vonda S. Cropper 1914 - 2005 Marysvale, Utah - Vonda LaRee Shelton Cropper, 91 passed away Dec. 15, 2005 in Toquerville, Utah. She was born July 8, 1914 in Brooklyn, Utah to Rita Higgins and Leonard Shelton. She married William "Bill" Cropper, July 8, 1933 who preceded her in death in 1966. She was with the West Jordan Senior Center for many years and enjoyed quilting with her many friends there. She is the mother of Charles (Carolyn) Cropper of Elsinore, William Dwain (Mary) Cropper of Sandy, Jan (Bob) Peterson of LaVerkin, Lorraine (Roger) Harris of Virgin, Helen (Jerry) Davis of LaVerkin; her brother, Norman (Sharon) Shelton of Norwalk, CA.; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by five sisters, Ilene Ward, Ruth Young, Marjorie Munson, Rula Galloway, Barbara Lunceford; two nephews and one niece. Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2005 at 12:00 noon in the Marysvale Cemetery. Friends may call at the Magleby Mortuary in Richfield on Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Online guestbook www.maglebymortuary.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. English, Philip William Philip William English 2/19/43 ~ 12/15/05 Philip William English age 62 passed away December 15, 2005 in West Valley City, Utah. He was born February 19, 1943 in Murray, Utah to Gertrude and Charles English. He married Carol Christensen on June 20, 1969. Phil served in the Navy. He was a great dad and husband. He loved his friends and family who we want to thank for all their love and support. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol; daughter, Catherine English; son, Chris English; seven grandchildren; brothers, Lyle and Lee English and sister, Genevive Olson. He is preceded in death by his mother; father; three sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be held Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, 2 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Rd. Viewing will be Sunday evening 6 - 8 p.m. at the mortuary and 1 hour prior to services, Monday. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Gottfredson, Harold Mayo Harold Mayo Gottfredson 1932 ~ 2005 Gottfredson, December 14, 2005, Harold Mayo, born on St. Patrick's Day, 1932, passed peacefully at his home from the wretched disease, Alzheimer's. The beloved and adored husband of Clyde, loving, cherished father of Allison, Troy, Vanessa, Gina, and adopted daughter, Karen Kelly, son-in-law, MacArthur Davis; grandchildren, Eden, Fletcher, and Ashlynne; and loving mothers-in-law, Greta Allison and Ruth Shelton. Harold had a brilliant career with his beloved Utah Symphony for 40 years. As Mark Twain said, "Make your vocation your vacation", which truly was Harold's way of life. A special thanks for the amazing care by our "Mayo Woman", Franki Loftus of Affinity Hospice for Life and her associates.. Also, the staff of Christus St. Joseph Villa's special care unit, and the doctors and staff of the 4th Floor of Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, for their loving care of Harold. A wake is to begin Friday at 5:00 p.m. at the late residence of Harold, 974 South 1300 East until Sunday at 6 p.m. when a vigil service will be held with the wake to continue after. His remains will be leaving his late home Monday at 10 a.m. for a Requiem Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 331 East South Temple. Committal, Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street. Funeral Directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons "Forever with the Lord." In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association, 845 East 4800 South, Murray, Utah 84107. CEAD MILE BEANNACH (100,000 Blessings) Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/16/2005 - 12/18/2005. Hamilton, Michael D'Angelo Michael D'Angelo Hamilton "Mikey" Michael D'Angelo Hamilton, age 6, passed away on December 14, 2005, after a long battle with cancer. Born September 24, 1999 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Michael Angelo and Brandie Ann Brunson Hamilton. Our angel, Michael, blessed us with his presence and love for six years. Everybody who met him was enlightened by his smile and his will to live. Even though he is no longer with us, he will be alive in our hearts forever. You will be missed! Survived by his father; brother, Anthony Wilson; sister, Tatiana Hamilton; grandparents, Fred Hamilton and Monika (Samuel) Liber; aunt and uncle, Jessica Borg & Maurice Hamilton; special cousins, Selena Borg, Devon Hamilton and Alexis Prince; great-aunt, Lorrie Hill and Amity; special friend, Aunt Jenny; and many extended family and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Brandie, and grandparents, Julie and Bill Brunson. Funeral services will be held today, Saturday, December 17 at 1:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, where a viewing will be held from 12-12:45 p.m. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the family. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Hinnewinkel, Rance Rance Hinnewinkel "Together Again" Lawrence Jr. Hinnewinkel, 79, passed away December 13, 2005 in Sandy, Utah. Born July 8, 1926 in Powerville, Montana, son of Lawrence and Theresa Steidle Hinnewinkel. Married Pearl Elizabeth Babcock June 3, 1947 in Custer, South Dakota. "He was born to be a rich man, on a warm Montana morn. With nothing else to call his own, but a dugout earthen home. By 14 ~ times were tough, and now a man-but still a child. He left home to wrangle horses, in the cold Montana Wild. He fought for God and Country, which he loved with all his heart. Then returned to clear blue western skies and a new life he did start. From blasting rock to building roads, across the western land. He toiled and worked to build a life, with his sweet Pearl at his hand. Above all else - his family came first, and a saddle always felt like home. As he chased the wind over mountains tall, he never rode alone. A wise man knows that riches shine, as gifts that come from God. Like mountains, trees and crystal streams and that green Montana sod. Dad lived his life with no regrets, and his honor he held high. Now fly back home as an eagle soars, across a blue Montana sky." Rance served in the Army during World War II and worked as a general superintendent for Peter Kiewit Construction for over 40 years building many miles of interstate. Survived by daughter, Sharon Kay (Arnie) Krushensky; grandchildren: Rance (Julie) Krushensky and Kandle (Alan) Anderson; six great-grand-children: Scott, Lindsay, Colton, Rance, Creed, Gavin; sister, Terry (Leo) Grasky; brother: Carl (Jan) Hinnewinkel. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Mickey Hinnewinkel; sisters: Alice Donnely and Kay Taylor. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. He is a hero in the hearts of his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Worker Catholic Church, 7405 South Redwood Road. A viewing will be held Sunday, 6-7:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah where a Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Interment, Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Howard, D'Rilla Read D'Rilla Read Howard 1907 ~ 2005 D'Rilla Read Howard, born March 20, 1907, in Rupert, Idaho the daughter of Alonzo Read and Lucy Robinson passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 12, 2005. Married Orin P. "Bob" Howard in Salt Lake LDS Temple June 22, 1931. Preceded in death by husband Bob, son Robert Samuel and his wife Agnes, and by sisters Ramona Henrickson and Kirma Cook. Survived by sons Read, Doug, Don and daughter Luceen; 22 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. D'Rilla graduated in 1925 from the LDS High School and then received her Bachelor of Science in 1930 from the University of Utah. Taught English at Springville High School, where she met her husband, and also taught at Forest Dale Elementary for many years. She loved and enjoyed people and happily served for 30 years in Relief Society and Primary in various positions and leadership callings and also was very devoted to being part of her children's activities. With all of her life's interests and accomplishments her greatest satisfaction and joy came from her love and dedication to her family's successes. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at 12:00 p.m. noon, at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. A viewing will be held Monday, December 19, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment; Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Howard, Joan Dian Cannegieter Joan Dian Cannegieter Howard 1942 ~ 2005 During the morning of December 13, 2005, Joan returned home to welcoming embraces of her family members and three daughters who preceded her. We like to think she was escorted by D'Rilla Howard, her mother-in-law, who passed just an hour before her. Born June 26, 1942 to Howard William Cannegieter and Pearl Thelma Larson in Murray, UT. She married Orin Read Howard on April 20, 1962 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they had eight wonderful children: James Read Howard (ClaraAnne); Anne Marie Howard (deceased); Launa Joan Wright (Karl); Holly Ann Howard and Heather Lynn Howard (twins, deceased); Teresa Ann Johnson (Brad); Heidi Jean Brennan (Ken); John Richard Howard (Amber). Joan adored her 11 grandchildren, who will miss her dearly. We like to think she's now attending to those grandchildren on their way. She is also survived by immediate family: sister, LuAnn Malmborg (Reid), and brother, Ron Cannegieter (Marjorie). She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Gary William, and three daughters. Mom was a giver. She threw great birthday parties, and knew how to feed a crowd. She was an artist. She loved to paint and to craft. After bearing her eight children, Joan returned to teaching. She taught several grades at Calvin Smith Elementary where she retired from teaching in 1992. Years of depression burdened her, but to her credit, mom held on, and chose to quit teaching and continue living for her family. In recent years, Joan's health declined. Walking was difficult, life more of a burden. These past months, mom endured a fractured pelvis, and then breast cancer and chemotherapy. We miss you dearly, but to think of you free of all of the pain you have borne both physically and emotionally, we celebrate your new adventures! Until we meet again, much love. Services will be held Monday, Dec 19th at 12:00 noon at the Holladay 2nd Ward Chapel located at 2065 E. 4675 So. Friends may call Sunday from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street, and Monday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Jensen, Bruce H. Bruce H. Jensen 1953 ~ 2005 Bruce H. Jensen, age 52, passed away December 13, 2005. He was born on July 20, 1953 to Harold M. and Faye W. Jensen in Logan, Utah. Bruce graduated from Logan High School in 1971. He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Korea from 1972 to 1974. He was a loyal Aggie and active in the Sigma Chi Fraternity while attending Utah State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1976. He graduated from the J. Reuben Clark School of Law in 1979. After completing his legal education and being admitted to the Utah State Bar, Bruce joined the firm of Snow, Christensen & Martineau in Salt Lake City where he eventually focused his law practice on the representation of healthcare professionals in medical malpractice cases. In 1991, he was a founding member of the firm of Williams & Hunt where he continued his law practice until his death. Bruce was the consummate professional, meticulous and thorough in his preparation; articulate and persuasive in both written and oral presentations; sharing generously of his talents and experience as a mentor to younger lawyers; and, perhaps most impressively, a model of civility, treating everyone he encountered with dignity and respect. He was fittingly recognized by his peers as one of the best lawyers in America. Among his many interests and reflective of his passion for life, Bruce was an avid golfer, honing his youthful skills at the Logan Golf & Country Club, representing both Logan High School and Utah State University on their respective golf teams and continuing his love for the sport more recently as a member of the Willow Creek Country Club, serving as a board member and president. Bruce is survived by his mother Faye W. Jensen, his brother S. Wayne Jensen, D.D.S., sister-in-law Laurel G. Jensen, nephews Bryant Jensen and Garrett Jensen, niece Camille Jensen and Godsons Kenzo Okazaki and Bauer Anderson. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 17, 2005 at noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy. Friends may pay their respects Friday, December 16, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City. Friends and relatives are also invited to a grave side service and interment at the Logan City Cemetery on Monday, December 19, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Utah Junior Golf Association or a scholarship fund being established in honor of Bruce with the Utah State University Department of Economics, Attention Dean's Office, College of Business, Logan, Utah 84322-3500. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/16/2005 - 12/18/2005. Koopman, Alta Ruth Thatcher Alta Ruth Thatcher Koopman 1935 ~ 2005 Alta Ruth Thatcher beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully December 13, 2005. She was born July 27, 1935 to Roy and Ruth Morton Thatcher. Attended Utah School for the Deaf. Worked for Cutie Pie Corp. For 34 years. Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Deaf Ward. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Laura; and sons, William. She is survived by sons, Daniel of Salt Lake City, Jerry, Indiana; daughter, Christine Adamson, Salt Lake City; grandchildren; sister, Sylvia ( Thomas) Witt; brothers, Edwin, John (Gail) Thatcher, David and Paul Thatcher many nieces and nephews; The family would like to thank Hartwood Hospice for their help. Graveside services 1 p.m., Monday, December 19th, Kaysville City Cemetery, Kaysville, Utah. Special thanks to Fay and Dorothy Young. For on-line condolences, visit www.larkinmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/16/2005 - 12/17/2005. LaTulippe, Julia Patten Julia Patten LaTulippe (Little Lady Full of Grace) Our dearly loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great- great-grandmother, aunt and friend passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2005. Julia was born on January 25, 1911 in Nephi, Utah. She was the oldest daughter of Lola Sperry and William Wright Patten. She is survived by her son George LaTulippe and daughter-in-law Mary Jo of Ogden, a granddaughter Patricia LaTulippe of Salt Lake City, her nephew Jack Thompson of Salt Lake City, three great-grandchildren, Christopher Handy, Lisa Handy and Rachel (Lawrence) Cowan of Salt Lake City and a great-great-grandchild Ava Cowan. Her only grandson, Mark Steven LaTulippe, died in 1978. Julia met the love of her life, George Francis LaTulippe, in the ninth grade. They married on June 26th and enjoyed more than 60 years together. While they lived much of their life in Utah, they spent 20 years in Los Angeles, California. Julia loved the climate and the occasional thrill of seeing a Hollywood "star". Julia's mission or calling in life was to care for those she loved and she did it so well. She ensured a loving home, to not only her husband and son, but provided such extended loving care to her grandmother Sperry, her mother, Lola, her father, Bill, her uncles, her brother Lou, her sister Frannie and her nephew Jack. In addition, she made time to help friends in need and, of course, time for her two grandchildren and three great-grand-children. Julia cherished her membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was sealed to her husband, George, in 1996 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She and her husband loved their association with the Footprinters Association, the Moose Lodge and the Elks Lodge, which led to great friendships, including a long lasting friendship with Etta and Boyd Reynolds. They enjoyed lots of weekend dances. Julia was a tenacious little lady who handled even the most difficult times with absolute grace. Towards the end of her life, her family had the wonderful opportunity to return some of the loving care that they had received over the years, including Jack, who was her daily companion for the last two and half years of her life. Visitation will be held at the Larkin Mortuary located at 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City on Tuesday, December 20th, 2005 from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Graveside service will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mark Steven LaTulippe Scholarship Fund at Weber State University, 3850 South Harrison Blvd. Ogden, Utah 84408. Online condolences may be sent to jolatulip@aol.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Menlove, Elfie Colleen Crandall Elfie Colleen Crandall Menlove 1931 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend Colleen Crandall Menlove passed away from cancer peacefully in her home surrounded by her family, on December 13, 2005. She was born May 20, 1931 to David Ford Crandall and Elfie Norma Anderson Crandall in Ogden, Utah. She graduated from East High School and the University of Utah with a BA in education. She met her husband Max Roy Menlove on a blind date while attending the University and they were married in the Salt Lake City Temple and were together for 54 wonderful years. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served her callings faithfully and also fulfilled a desire to serve a mission with her husband in the San Diego Temple and Mormon Battalion Visitor Centers. Her greatest joy and purpose in life was serving her family and others. She possessed great charity. She listened to all who needed an ear, empathized with everyone's situation and wanted to help. She would never refuse a request of someone in need. She never wanted recognition for her service and would go to great lengths to hide it or minimize it. Many people never knew who left the necessary items on their doorsteps. This was just one of the methods she used to provide what someone needed and still preserve their dignity. She considered herself a very ordinary person, but those of us who loved her and were loved by her, considered her extraordinary. She was a woman who did the daily ordinary things with extraordinary love. She will be missed by all of us. We love you. She is survived by her husband, six children: Michael (Ooma), Sandy, Utah, Nena (Dana) Brown, Dublin, Ohio, Kerry (Stan) Smith, Bel Air, Maryland, Eileen (Kevan) Jensen, Norman, Oklahoma; Marianne (Mike) Waldram, Murray, Utah, Kenneth (Kimberly), Draper, Utah, 21 grandchildren and her twin brother, Elwood A. Crandall. Preceded in death by her parents and brother, Kenneth Ford Crandall. We would like to thank, the angels from hospice who made her last days so comfortable. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 19, 2005 at the LDS church at 3070 Nila way (4120 S.) at 12:00 noon. Friends and family may call on Sunday, December 18, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Dr., from 5-7 p.m. and on Monday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to The American Cancer Society. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Nelson, Belva Jarrell Belva Jarrell Nelson 1917 ~ 2005 Belva Jarrell Nelson, age 87, passed away December 13, 2005. She was born December 26, 1917, to Sarah Gower Dye and Walter Jarrell. She married Ernest D. Nelson, December 3, 1937. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. He passed away in 1971. She served many years as a Relief Society President and as an Ordinance Worker in the Salt Lake Temple. Her greatest joy was her family. Her six children are: Robert D. (Nancy), Karen Weaver, Craig L. (Kay), James W., Barry J. (Carla), and Mark S. She has 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 19, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the Wilford 2nd Ward, 3179 South Highland Dr. Friends and family may call on Sunday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Memorial Estates Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Dr, and at the church one hour prior to the funeral services. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Nelson, Lex S. Lex S. Nelson Beloved Son& Brother Spc. Lex S. Nelson, 21 died while serving his country in Tikrit, Iraq on Dec 12, 2005. Lex was born Aug. 21, 1984 in Afton, WY to Ellis H. and Roene Shumway Nelson. Lex, an Eagle Scout, graduated from Granite High School and the Granite LDS Seminary program in 2002. Upon graduation he joined the US Army and deployed to Iraq in January 2005. Lex is survived by his father Ellis H. Nelson: eight brothers and 10 sisters; Bernadette West, Salt Lake; Caleana Keys, Salt Lake; Duke Nelson, Glendale, AZ; Enden Nelson, Yardley, PA; Clarke Ray, Salt Lake; Francine Miller, Salt Lake; Amber Watts, Gulf Shores, AL; Greta Nelson, Marina Del Rey, CA; Hank Nelson, Provo; Ingrid Nelson, Los Angeles, CA; Laura Arias, Salt Lake; Jacob Nelson, Salt Lake; Katrina Nelson, Salt Lake; Bethany Ray, Salt Lake; Max Nelson, Ephraim; Nada Nelson, Ephriam; Obed Nelson, Bountiful. Preceded in death by mother Roene, step-mother Eileen, grandparents, brother and niece. Funeral Service will be Monday Dec. 19, 2005 11:00 a.m. at the Orchard 2nd Ward church building at 3700 South 800 West, Bountiful. Friends may call Monday from 9:00 - 10:45 am. at the church. Interment will follow on Tuesday 12 noon at the Auburn WY Cemetery. Directors Independent Funeral Service of Bountiful. For donations please send to American Red Cross in the honor of Lex S Nelson Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Neuenschwander, Christine L. Christine L. Neuenschwander 1919 ~ 2005 Our dear, precious Wife, Mother, and Grandmother returned to her Heavenly Father on December 14, 2005 surrounded by her family. She died peacefully after an 8 1/2 year courageous and valiant battle with Alzheimer's. Chris was born on November 23, 1919 in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia to W.K. and Mary Lafon. She attended school in West Virginia, and the Strayer School of Business in Washington, D.C. she worked for the FBI in Washington D.C. in the Identification Division, the Communications Section, and the Field Office. Following her work with the FBI, she worked for the Democratic National Committee in the Treasury, Women's and Executive Divisions. It was while working in Washington, D.C. that she met her eternal sweetheart, Lynn E. Neuenschwander. They were married on January 10, 1946 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She was an active member of the LDS church serving in numerous callings. She had a special talent in Genealogy and volunteered at the Genealogy Library every Wednesday evening for 35 years. She also loved to sing and was a member of the Allegro Chorus performing numerous concerts throughout the years. She was active in Politics and enjoyed her work with numerous Utah State Senators and Congressmen. Chris cherished her family and loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also loved family parties, reunions at Lava Hot Springs, and vacations together. Chris was blessed with many friends and particularly enjoyed "the 49ers", a group of missionaries and their wives from the Swiss-German mission with whom she and Lynn shared many years of special memories. Survived by her husband, Lynn; children, Mark (Bunny) Neuenschwander, Carol (Danny) Smith, Norma (John) Rankin, son-in-law Frank (Geri) O'Farrell, 15 grandchildren, and 30 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents; brothers; sisters; daughter, Linda; and grandson, Eric. Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 19, 2005 at 12 noon at the Little Cottonwood 9th Ward Chapel, 1160 East Vine Street, Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 South Highland Drive, Sunday from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Reed, Margaret L. Margaret L. Reed 1939 ~ 2005 Margaret Lucille Reed, age 66, died on December 13, 2005, in Salt Lake City. She was born on September 11, 1939, in Salt Lake City to Margaret and Leonard Fausett. She married Jerry T. Reed on October 19, 1953. She enjoyed crocheting and raising her birds. She is survived by Jerry, daughters, Maggie, RoxAnn, Terry, and Dora, 13 grandchildren, eight great-grand-children, two brothers, Clifford and Larry, one sister, Ileen, and one aunt. She was preceded in death by parents, and twin sister. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 17, at 11 a.m. in the Lake Hill Memorial Chapel, 10055 South State Street, Sandy, Utah. Family and friends may call Friday, December 16, from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services at Lake Hills Mortuary. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Robbins, Helen Stokes Helen Stokes Robbins 1927 ~ 2005 Helen Stokes Robbins, our loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, returned home to the loving and comforting arms of our Heavenly Father on Dec. 13, 2005, at the age of 78. Mom was born July 22, 1927 in Cleveland, Utah to James Alfred Stokes and Zella Alger Stokes. She married her high school sweetheart and loving husband F. Dale Robbins on September 2, 1944 at Camp Houze, Texas, two weeks prior to his leaving for the European Theaters of Operations during World War II. In support of the war effort, my mother worked at Hill Air Force Base. Upon my father's return from the war, they were sealed in the Manti Temple. Mom was a very active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many callings and positions, such as: Ward Primary Teacher, Stake Relief Society Presidency, Stake Missionary, Stake and Ward Relief Society Presidency, Jordan River Temple Worker (baptistery). Her favorite calling in life was that of a wife, mother, and grandmother. She was the epitome of the perfect homemaker. She fostered a loving, caring, and accepting atmosphere in our home. She loved her family dearly and delighted in their visits. She was the perfect example of a mother. Mom is loved, cherished and honored by her family, survived by her husband F. Dale Robbins, Holladay, Utah, and her children: Carol Van Horn (Howard), Sandy, Utah; F.D. Robbins (Shelley), Taylorsville, Utah; Jim Robbins (Lindy), Centerville, Utah; Jeff Robbins (Jalane), Salt Lake City, Utah; 14 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren: also, brothers Ray Stokes, West Valley, Utah; Garth Stokes, West Jordan, Utah; Gary Stokes, North Ogden, Utah; sister Reva Gordon, Huntington, Utah. Mom was preceded in death by her father and mother; brother, James Alden Stokes, sister, Corrine Stokes, and brother, Donald Floyd Stokes. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, December 19, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. at Holladay Stake Center, 4395 South Albright Drive (2145 East). A viewing will be conducted prior to the services from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Interment will be at the Wasatch Lawns Memorial Park and Mortuary, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. The family wishes to thank Dr. Michael P. Collins and Dr. Matthew C. Hansen, for their compassionate concern and excellent care given to our wife and mother. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Santiago, Andrea Estrada Andrea Estrada Santiago 1917 ~ 2005 I was born in Silver City, New Mexico on January 3, 1917. I was the oldest of seven children, and with that position in life I had a lot of responsibilities given to me. As a child when I went to school, I helped translate Spanish / English between teachers and students. I married Julio Villa Santiago. We had a wonderful life together. We raised four children: three beautiful girls and a son who is a gentleman, like his father. I was active in my church and loved to help with the cooking. I was instrumental in the start-up of LaMorena Cafe. I became a Eucharistic Minister of Our Lady of Guadalupe parish. My duties were to visit the sick and help see to their needs. In recognition of my work as a Eucharistic Minister, I was honored to receive a medal from Bishop Hunt, which I cherished! I worked as a professional silk finisher. My specialty was wedding apparel. I took great pride and care in my job as I did with all my other duties in life. I enjoyed keeping busy and making things, such as crocheting for newborn babies and restoring dolls and stuffed animals for our church fundraisers. I loved to help people and took pleasure in making new friends at the Northwest Senior Citizen Center. I had a great time with the company of everyone around me. I had many dear sweet friends, and I always appreciated their uplifting spirits. I am preceded in death by my parents and my husband, I am succeeded by my daughters, Jody (Dennis) Bramble, Rebecca Cardwell, Patsy (Steve) Calaway; my sons Victor (Jeannie) Fernandez, Tom (Linda) Santiago; my 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 715 W. 300 N. A Vigil Service will be held Sunday at 2:30 at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary 372 East 100 South where friends may call from 1 - 1:45. Speakers will be from 1:45 - 2:30. Committal Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 4th Avenue & T Street. The family would like to extend deep appreciation to Alpine Hospice and Evergreen Assisted Living for their loving care and support. We would also like to acknowledge the care and devotion of Sister Jucinia and Sister Miriam Joanne of the Holy Cross Ministries. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to either American Parkinson Disease Association, University of Utah Health Sciences Center, 30 North 1900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84132 or to the Catholic homeless center: Bishop Weigand Center, 235 Rio Grande, Salt Lake City, 84101 Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/17/2005. Santoro, Ann Donaldson Ann Donaldson Santoro 1932 ~ 2005 Our beautiful mother passed away on December 14, 2005. Ann was born on November 4, 1932 in Ogden, Utah to Earl George Donaldson and Lucille McGoldrick. She was raised by her paternal grandparents, D.E. and Ida Donaldson and Dee and Naomi Kendell. Ann spent her early childhood in Spokane, Washington and later moved back to Utah where she resided for the rest of her life. Ann has three sons, Mike, Brett, and Steven with one grandson Alex. Ann was a wonderful pianist, mostly self taught, with fabulous natural ability. It was always a joy to hear her play. Ann experienced an eventful life and was ALWAYS THERE for her family and friends. Of her many qualities, one of her best was that she always thought of everyone before herself. Ann is survived by her sons, Mike (Pam) Birt, Brett (Linda) Birt, Steven (Holly) Birt, grandson Alex (Jamie) Birt, brothers Jerry Donaldson and Scott Donaldson, Allen (Patricia) Kendell, Craig (Linda) Kendell. Extended grandchildren, Alaina and Melissa Hood, Casey Hunter, a very dear friend Louis Dellera, as well as many true friends. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 2005, 2:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. A viewing will be held on Monday, December 19, 2005, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary and one hour prior to services on Tuesday. MY GIFT TO YOU My greatest wish is to give you all the love you could ever need. And to touch you in ways that will show you I'll always be here. I'll be here to laugh with you, and cry with, I'll be here to talk with you. To listen to you. And I'll always be here to love you. Ann D. Santoro 4-15-91 It is the family's hope that Ann's caring spirit will live on in everyone she touched. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Scheller, Vivian Sorenson Vivian Sorenson Scheller 1915 ~ 2005 Vivian Martha Sorenson Tollstrup Scheller passed from this life on December 15, 2005 at her home in Queen Creek, Arizona with her niece, Judy Beck Johnson, and her great nieces, Kim Hill and Marti Player, by her side. Born to Annie H. Beck and Andrew S. Sorenson on September 27, 1915 in Axtell, Utah, Vivian lived all her 90 years to the fullest as an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend and business woman. She married her high school sweetheart, Duane H. Tollstrup, on September 22, 1934 and they made their home in Los Angeles, California. On November 11, 1948 they celebrated the arrival of their son, Steven Duane. After the loss of Duane, Vivian moved to Salt Lake City and later married L. Darrell Scheller on March 29, 1961. They were together until his death on August 20, 2002. After their retirement, they moved to St. George, Utah and then to Arizona in 1999, where they lived with their niece, Judy and her daughter, Kim until their deaths. Vivian's legacy of faith, hope and love will live on through the countless individual's whose lives she touched. Her sweet spirit, generosity, quick wit and strong will were central to her unique character. Her life was built around God and filled with family, friends, church work and Republican values. Vivian is survived by her son, Steven Duane, daughter-in-law, Debra, grandsons Jeremy, Sean and Alex and four great-grandchildren. As the last of her generation, she is preceded in death by her husbands, parents, three brothers and three sisters. All services to celebrate Vivian's life will be held at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, and will include a viewing on Sunday, December 18 from 5 to 7 p.m.; a viewing from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. on Monday, December 19, and funeral at 2:30 p.m. with graveside services immediately following. www.larkingmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/17/2005 - 12/18/2005. Young, Brigham D. Brigham D. Young 3/7/1954 ~ 12/9/2005 Born March 7, 1954 in Kanab, Utah, Brigham was the eighth of nine children born to Julia Heaton and Clyde Riggs Young. He graduated from Kanab High School in 1972 and joined the U.S. Army where he met the love of his life, his best friend, Kathleen Sue Ellis. Brigham and Katie spent 31 years together and are the proud parents of their daughter, Amy Kathleen (David); and granddaughter Julia Kathleen Huie, San Diego, CA; and their son, Jared Brigham (Dynasty Lucero); and grandson, Grey Stone Young, San Diego, CA. Jared is currently serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Nimitz. Brigham, having grown up with six older, very loving sisters, had a very special, caring, compassionate, and understanding soul. We will miss that arm around our shoulders that told us, "It's okay. I'm here now, I'll take care of things." Brigham loved his two brothers, Clyde, the oldest, and David, the youngest. He especially appreciated the break they gave him at times from all that sisterly love. One other great love in Brigham's life was the red rocks of Southern Utah. He loved Kanab and the surrounding canyons. They were a part of who he was. Brigham worked 20 years for Questar Gas. The last four years he has worked at TOCDEF outside Tooele, Utah. Many of the people he worked with appreciated his calm nature, intelligence, and great ability to problem solve at the most difficult level. Preceded in death by his mother, Julia H. Young; and his father, Clyde R. Young. Survived by his brother, Clyde Romel Young, Henderson NV; sisters, Venita (Kenny) Boren, Cedar City, UT, Veon (Mont) Burton, St. George, UT, Carla (Monte) Griffiths, Fredonia, AZ, Charlotte (Lee) Greenhaugh, Yucaipa, CA, Nancy (Randy) Merrell, Kanab, UT, Jeri (Jason) Bundy, Fredonia, AZ; brother, David Heaton (Sissy) Young, Kanab, UT; and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Following cremation, a private family remembrance will be held for Brigham. Rest in peace dear Brigham, dear Papa, we love you. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 12/12/2005 - 12/18/2005.