OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 8 Feb 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** 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 Boyack, Pace Pace Boyack 1936 ~ 2005 HELPER- Franklin Pace Boyack, Jr., age 68, passed away February 6, 2005 at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born March 7, 1936 in Provo, Utah to Franklin Pace Boyack, Sr. and Elda Ames. Married Jean Sunter, February 23, 1962 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pace was a longtime resident of Carbon County, where he worked for over 30 years with the railroad. He enjoyed camping, collecting canteens and railroad memorabilia. Pace loved animals and was the caretaker for all the cats in the neighborhood. He was very interested in history and served in the US Air Force. He enjoyed building, remodeling and he excelled at carpentry. Pace loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed by all. Survived by his wife, Jean Boyack, Helper; son, Tom and Johnna Boyack, Helper; daughter, Wendy and Colin Morf, Hillsborough, California; granddaughters, Ashley and Rachel Boyack, both of Helper; two brothers and three sisters, Earl and Francis Standley, Campbell, CA; Jackie Stone, Huntington; Pricilia and John Westenskow, Price; Joan and John Piercy, Price; Pat and Mary Boyack, Helper. Preceded in death by parents, three brothers, Monte and Lester Standley and Jim Boyack. Funeral service, Thursday, February 10, 2005, 2:00 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home. Family will be at Mitchell's Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to service. Interment, Mt. View Cemetery, Helper. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Brough, William William M Brough 1934 ~ 2005 William M. Brough, 70, of Litchfield Park, lost his battle with cancer February 5, 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, UT, July 5, 1934, only son to Hattie E. Laird and William C. Brough. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Utah, then served as a U.S. Army officer for six years. He earned his MBA at Woodbury College in Los Angeles, CA. He enjoyed a long career in aerospace engineering and nuclear power. He retired from Parker Hannifin Corp in 2001. His interests included golf, skiing, and a love of German sports cars. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Bill is survived by Margaret, his wife of 42 years, four children: Bill of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Nicole of San Clemente, CA; Mathew of Chandler, AZ; and Stephanie of Portland, OR; as well as three cherished grandchildern: Lauren, Eric and Liam. A memorial mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on February 10, at St. Thomas Acquanis Catholic Church, 13720 W. Thomas Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Court, Jay Cameron Jay Cameron Court 1974 ~ 2005 Jay Cameron Court, 30, passed away on February 4, 2005, in an untimely snowmobiling accident at Jackson Hole, WY. Cameron was born in Logan, UT on May 19, 1974, to David Cameron Court and Dianna K Court. Cameron had a passion for all sports and excelled particularly in soccer, skiing and tennis. But, he was happiest when he was just hanging out with his buddies hiking up a mountain or camping next to a great fly fishing stream. How he will be missed by his parents and his two sisters who idolized him, Kristina Court Holley (Brad), of LaFayette, IN and Lisa Court Robinson (Gregory) of West Lake Village, CA. He will leave a huge void in the life of his precious niece and nephew, Kambria and Garrik Robinson to whom he was the greatest hero in the universe. He leaves behind the love of his life, Andrea Fazzini. His sense of humor, his love of God and for others, his respect for his mom and dad, are traits that merely touch the surface of who he really is. His tremendous "Joy of Living" touched many lives. Cameron served an LDS mission to Brazil, was educated at UVSC and spent several years in Nashville, TN as a singer/songwriter. His amazing and heavenly voice will continue to give us comfort in the difficult and lonely days ahead. Cameron, thanks for the memories. We love you. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, February 8, from 6 - 8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 9, at 11 a.m. at the Butler 12th Ward Chapel at 2700 East 7000 South, Salt Lake City. A viewing will precede the services at the chapel from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Interment will follow at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/6/2005 - 2/8/2005. Ebert, Donald Willard Donald Willard Ebert 02/14/34 ~ 02/05/05 "Together Again" Our loving father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, Donald W. Ebert, passed away February 5, 2005 at his home. Born February 14, 1934 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Paul H. Ebert and Viola Smith. He married Marilyn L. Peterson December 28, 1956 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Donald was active in the LDS Church. He served a mission in the Central States Mission from 1954 to 1956. He served his country in Korea from 1956 to 1958 and was honorably discharged in 1962. He was an owner of a successful carpet cleaning business and later retired from the LDS Church. He held many callings in the LDS Church and was a loving bishop. He loved his children, grandchildren, and foster children. He showed through his service and example that he truly was a disciple of Christ. He is survived by his children, Donald (Kaylynn) Ebert, Kirk (Sheri) Ebert, Mclinn Ebert, Cathy (Paul) Cata, Rick (Debra) Ebert, Brandon Ebert; 10 grandchildren; sisters, Marion Peterson, Joyce Johnson, Viola Smith; sister-in-law, Beth Ebert. Preceded in death by his sweetheart, Marilyn; daughter, Canessa; granddaughter, Darla; brother, Paul; and his parents. Funeral services, Wednesday, February 9, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Mount Jordan 4th Ward Chapel, 9800 South 235 East, Sandy, Utah. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. or at the church Wednesday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. You're the head of our whole family; You see to all our needs, You listen and you hear with love You smile and praise good deeds; You shoulder your own heavy loads and share our burdens too. You're strong hands hold our small ones When calming childish fears; or touch to reassure and wipe away our tears. We'll walk in your footsteps Secure in loving care. Dad, we love you very much and would follow you anywhere. Happy Birthday, Dad! Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/7/2005 - 2/8/2005. Eldredge, Katharine S. (Kaye) Katharine S. (Kaye) Eldredge 1916 ~ 2005 Katharine (Kaye) S. Eldredge, age 88, passed away peacefully February 5, 2005. Kaye was born Nov 13, 1916, in Los Angeles, California to Ronald D. Standish and Bertha M. Bates. She graduated from East High School in Salt Lake City. On April 19, 1937 she married Alma Eldredge in Salt Lake City and they had three children. She was preceded in death by her husband Alma and son William. She is survived by her sons Lawrence S. (Ange) Eldredge of Salt Lake City, Utah and Kenneth C. (Linda) Eldredge of Lacey, Washington. She is also survived by six grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. The family lived in Salt Lake City when the children were growing up and then they moved to Phoenix in 1972. In 2002 Kaye moved back to Salt Lake City and has lived at the Coventry Independent Retirement Home for the past two years. Kaye will be remembered for her friendly personality. She was a very compassionate person and everyone loved to be around her. A short memorial service will be held at the Coventry Retirement Home in Salt Lake City for residents and friends on Wednesday, February 9, at 2:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, Feb. 11 at 1:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary at First Baptist Church, 7000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona. Friends and family may call at the church from 12:15-12:45 prior to the funeral. Funeral directors: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary (Utah) and Hansen Mortuary (Arizona). Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Foster, Thomas H. Thomas H. Foster 1952 ~ 2005 The Foster family is heartbroken to announce the death of Tom Foster. Tom died of a heart attack at home in Chicago, Ill. on February 2, 2005. He was born April 11, 1952 in Ogden, Utah to Elizabeth Brown Foster and Harry Nicholas Foster; the youngest of four children. He was preceded in death by his parents, and some very special uncles, aunts and cousins. Tom is survived by and will be greatly missed by his two sons, James and Zachery Foster of Salt Lake; his wife, Colleen Rosvall Foster of Chicago; her children, Jason and Traci Rosvall and step-grandchildren, Jacob and Olivia Rosvall. He is also survived by his brothers, Lynn (Jane) of Houston, TX; Jerry (Brigitte) of Salt Lake City; his sister, Betty Foster of Salt Lake. He will also be missed by a host of cousins, nephews and a niece who shared his Scottish heritage which he was so proud; and his first wife and the mother of his children, Carolyn (Kevin) of Salt Lake City. Very special in Tom's life were his lifetime friends, Frank, Bill, Mark, Larry, Ray, Kevin, Brent and other good friends. Tom's accomplishments in life were many including obtaining his pilot's license, 30 years of experience in the airline industry starting as an Air Ambulance co-pilot, surveillance of power lines from the air for UPL; a dispatcher for Frontier Airlines in Denver, Colorado and currently was a dispatcher for United Airlines in Chicago, Ill. Tom was an accomplished fly fisherman and these career and recreational accomplishments gained Tom great respect from Airline Management as well as expert Fishing Guides from Utah to New Zealand. He enjoyed so many things in his life; most of all spending time with his sons, James and Zach. He was so proud of them, always concerned about them and loved them dearly. The boys will always cherish the time they spent with their dad fishing in Alaska and Utah, playing pool, reunions in Wyoming, rooting for the Broncos, and good Sunday dinners. His brothers, Jerry and Lynn, nephews Jason and David and cousin Neil, and his friends will fondly remember the time spent with Tom fishing and hunting in Utah and Wyoming. Also, what a great time his family and friends had golfing with Tom. Your family loved you so much Tom and we are going to miss you forever. You have finally found the peace you so richly deserve. Thanks for two great kids; tell Mom how much we miss her and may you now Rest in Peace Forever. A celebration of Tom's life will take place at a later date. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Hardy, Eva Eva E. Hardy 1914 ~ 2005 LAYTON - Eva Ellis Hardy, 90, died Monday, February 7, 2005 from injuries as a result of a fall. She was born September 5, 1914 in Salt Air, Utah the daughter of Nephi Burdell and Gertrude Manfull Ellis. She was a graduate of Davis High School and a long time resident of Farmington and Layton. Eva was a member of the LDS Church. Survived by her husband, Raymon M. Hardy and sons, Richard D. Assenberg, Ronald G. Assenberg, and daughter, Gail Hardy. She was the last surviving family member of six brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main. Friends and family may call Thursday from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Hicken, Gladys Nelson Gladys Nelson Hicken 1918 ~ 2005 Gladys Nelson Hicken, of Orem, UT died February 3, 2005 at the Orem Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where she had resided since suffering a stroke last summer. A devoted wife and mother, Gladys will be remembered for her sparkling brown eyes and love of family. Along with her late husband of 65 years, Commander Frederick J. Hicken (USN ret.), she survived the December 7th attack on Pearl Harbor and the shelling of their house. She refused to leave until the last civilian convoy of the war sailed five months later. Gladys was a skilled seamstress, crafter and cook who won high praise for her delicious Norwegian cookies. One of nine children, Gladys was born April 1, 1918 in Pleasant Township, IA the daughter of Charles and Elise (Rustad) Nelson. She and Fred, a native of Heber City, UT, met in Decorah, IA where he was visiting with a USS Tennessee shipmate. Gladys was a loyal Navy wife through long peacetime and war-related separations, and numerous tours of duty in California, Hawaii, Virginia, and Italy. In 1962, they retired to Yorba Linda, CA where they established a home-based business. They relocated to Orem in 1992. Her family is deeply indebted to Dr. Brian Tudor and his staff for their loving care and friendship and to the caring people at Orem Nursing and Rehab. Gladys is survived by her children, Linda Dugan Stennett and husband, Bruce of Canaan Valley, WV, Sonja Hicken of Orem, and Michael Hicken and wife, Crista of Dove Canyon CA; four grandchildren, Brian and Ran-dolph Dugan of Ashburn, VA and Valley Glen, CA, Jacob and Emma Hicken of Dove Canyon, CA; three great-grandchildren, Andrew, Jonathan, and Stephanie Dugan. Also surviving are five sisters, Evelyn Haugen (Decorah, IA), Bea Paulson (Waterloo, IA), Marion Fritz (Roseville, MN), Florence Lynch (Decorah, IA), and Darlyne Rugland (Kalispell, MT); brothers and sisters-in-law, Dan and Geneva Hicken (Santa Barbara, CA), Margarete Hicken (Salt Lake City), Gloria Hicken (Orem), Ted Rugland and Eliel Fritz; and numerous nieces and nephews. Two sisters, Agnes Spilde and Clarice Gilbertson; and a brother, Charles Nelson, predeceased her. Funeral services will be held Wed-nesday, February 9, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Berg Mortuary Drawing Room Chapel, 185 E. Center Street, Provo. Friends may call Wednesday morning at the mortuary from 10-11 a.m. Following the funeral services, an open luncheon will be held at the Lakeridge 12th Ward in Orem, followed by interment at American Fork City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/7/2005 - 2/8/2005. Inoway, Carl Carl Inoway 7/26/31 ~ 2/3/05 Carl Inoway, 73 died Thursday, February 3, 2005 at United Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Born in Lima, Ohio, he was the son of Toshiko (Fujii) and Jack Inoway who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Rita Narimatsu Inoway, Cheyenne, Wyoming; daughter, Cari Inoway, husband, Tony Mann, grandchildren, Kyle and Jamie, Hemet, California; daughter Eden Inoway-Ronnie, husband, Mark Ronnie, grandchildren Jack and Nicholas, Madison, Wisconsin; son, Winston Inoway, wife, Jennifer Yim, grandchild, Henna, Salt Lake City, Utah; sister, Katie Inoway Misaka and husband Wat Misaka, Bountiful, Utah. Carl spent his early childhood days in Lima, Ohio, moving to Salt Lake in 1945 after the death of his father, a businessman in Ohio. He graduated from South High School in Salt Lake City, Utah and later earned his Bachelors of Fine Arts from the University of Utah. He served in the U.S. Army during the time of the Korean conflict. In 1963, he received his Masters of Architecture from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Returning to Utah after his studies in the Boston area, he had an architectural practice then founded ASSIST Inc., a Community Design Center that provides design and architectural services for non-profit and low-income clients. He became a professor of architecture and was later named Dean of the Graduate School of Architecture at the University of Utah. Among his significant volunteer contributions to the community, Carl served ten years as the president of a non-profit organization that succeeded in building the Multi-Ethnic Senior Citizen's High-rise in Salt Lake City. Following his retirement as Dean in 1993, he served as Executive Director of Utah Non-Profit Housing which builds housing for low income people, seniors and people with disabilities throughout the state. A development in Logan, Utah bears the name: Carl Inoway Senior Housing. In 1995, Carl and Rita moved to Seattle, Washington. Carl again became active in housing issues as a volunteer. Through Plymouth Congregational Church, he had the opportunity to participate in the formation of the Plymouth House of Healing. This project, now the first of three homes, provides housing, fellowship and companionship for chronically mentally ill individuals. In 2001, Carl and Rita moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming, where Rita is the State Director of AARP and Carl revived his interests in ceramics and fly fishing. Throughout his life, Carl enjoyed backpacking with friends in the Wind River Range and camping with family members throughout the West, especially the red rock areas of Southern Utah and Canyonlands. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, was an avid reader and delighted in good food and good conversation. He always made room for dessert. Carl will be remembered as a quiet, peaceful, humble person who sought no personal recognition. In keeping with his wishes, there will be a private family service, but no public funeral service. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Thursday, February 10 from 4-6 p.m. at the Garner Funeral Home and Mausoleum, Salt Lake City to share memories and remember his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Plymouth House of Healing, c/o Plymouth Congregational Church, 1217 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98101. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/6/2005 - 2/9/2005. Jensen, Sarah Christensen Lazenby Fowles Sarah Christensen Lazenby Fowles Jensen 1916 ~ 2005 After sharing her life with us for 89 years, Sarah Jensen passed away February 7, 2005 at the Delta Care Center. She was born Jan 8, 1916 in Hinckley, UT, to Tillie S. Curtis and Joseph M. Christensen. She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a member of the Sutherland 2nd Ward. Although she suffered a few health problems, she never lost her sweet ways and wonderful sense of humor. She was a friend to all who knew her. She enjoyed her family, fishing, camping, prospecting west of Delta, quilting, and gardening. She also enjoyed her various assignments in the Church. Sarah married Leslie W. Lazenby on April 24, 1933 in the Manti Temple and together had one boy and two daughters. She married Ellian Auer Fowles on March 16, 1943 in Ely, NV and together had one boy and one daughter. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple. She married Jack Jensen on September 16, 1988 in Delta, UT. Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and her sisters; husbands Les Lazenby and Ell Fowles, and her oldest son, Sterling. She is survived by her husband, Jack; her children, Gwen (Bryce) Chappell, Jeanette (Fawn) Sampson, Frank (Colleen) Fowles, and Colleen (Ron) Morrill; 10 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Don Christensen. A viewing will be Thursday, Feb 10, 6-8 p.m. at Nickle Mortuary, 190 South Center St., Delta, Utah, and Friday, Feb 11 from 10-11 at the Sutherland 2nd Ward. Funeral services will immediately follow. Interment is at the Sutherland Cemetery. The family would like to thank her Home Health Care nurses for the extra care they gave our mother. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Kelly, William Keoniana William Keoniana Kelly 1944 ~ 2005 Aloha! William Keoniana Kelly, 60, known affectionately by many as "Uncle Bill," was called home to carry on his legacy of service and love. He departed from his loved ones February 5, 2005 after complications from heart surgery. Bill was born October 27, 1944 to William Andrew and Dorothy Kahikina Kelly in Kalihi, Oahu, as the eldest child of eight. He spoke fondly of those slower days and simple pleasures. Some childhood favorites were the ono butter rolls, mangoes, crack seed, and 20 cent movies. At the age of 23, Bill was called to the South West Indian Mission (Navajo speaking) for the LDS Church. He spent much of his time serving the Navajo people, a labor of love that would be reflected throughout his life. He frequently returned with his family to the reservations each December to bring Christmas to the Native Americans. Following his mission, Bill met Nani Olsen while attending BYU, and married her shortly thereafter in the Hawaii Temple. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 35 years, his children, Kaui Tuia (Wes), Hina Burke (Russ), Pono (Kassie), Kahea Fisiipeau (Sione), Kehau Jones (AJ), Kainoa Torau (Mosese), Ikaika, and his 14 grandchildren (four more on the way!!). Bill's passion for the Hawaiian Culture was evident in everything he did. In addition to organizing conferences and workshops at BYU, Bill taught hula and Hawaiian Language classes. He loved to sing and dance, chant to the beat of his ipu, and strum his ukulele. Bill also devoted many hours to teach halau and could cook the best kalua pig and long rice this side of the Wasatch. A service celebrating his life will be held Thursday, February 10th 2005, 10:30 a.m. at the Aspen Stake Center, 965 W 2000 N, Orem. Friends and family may call Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 South State in Orem and also Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the stake center with 10 to 10:30 a.m. being reserved for family time. Interment will be held in the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com. Farewell Daddy. We will miss your sweet aloha spirit until we meet again in joyous reunion. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Lawes, Suzanne Jensen Suzanne Jensen Lawes 3/20/1961 ~ 2/5/2005 Suzanne Jensen Lawes returned to her loving Heavenly Father Saturday, February 5, 2005. She was born on March 20, 1961 in Spokane, Washington and was the second daughter of Wendell Williams and Maurine Whitaker Jensen. Sue graduated from Highland High School and then became a nanny in Scarsdale, New York. She graduated from Brigham Young University in Elementary Education and started teaching in Blackfoot, Idaho. Later she moved to Salt Lake City where she continued teaching. She loved to teach, especially teaching her students about science and nature. Part of that love included bringing various live spiders and insects for her students to observe. Another passion was her love of writing. She also enjoyed reading, taking long walks, nature, animals, and had a passion for sports. Suzanne was married on March 14, 1990 in the Salt Lake Temple to Jonathan Fairbanks Lawes. Together they had three children and then were later divorced. Suzanne is survived by her three children: Madilyn Deanne Lawes, Kathryn Suzanne Lawes, and Nathan Fairbanks Lawes; her parents, Wendell and Maurine Jensen, three sisters, Joyce Done (David) of West Jordan, UT; Debbie Young (Clyde) of West Valley, UT; and Julie Bennion (Ken) of Syracuse, UT; nieces and nephews: Brian Done, Jeff Done (Karilyn O'Brien - fianc ), Jennifer Done, Ashley Brower, Jordan Bennion, and Jessica Bennion, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call on Wed., February 9, 2005 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. Graveside services will be held Wed., February 9, 2005 from 1-2 p.m. at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/8/2005 - 2/9/2005. Ludlow, Lida Reese Lida Reese Ludlow 1909 ~ 2005 Lida Reese Ludlow, 95, was born July 3, 1909 to Henry John Reese and Caroline Anderson Reese in Wales, Utah, Sanpete County. She passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2005 in Sandy, Utah while holding hands with her husband of 74 happy years. Lida married the love of her life, Ted Ludlow on November 29th 1930 with whom she worked side by side in his grocery stores, Garden Park Market and Canyon Rim AG. She and Ted were members of Willow Creek Country Club where they loved to play golf. She had two hole-in-ones, a feat that Ted could never match. She was also a beautiful gardener and a gourmet cook who could make a fruitcake that was out of this world. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Together they had two children, Donald Reese, (Joy) Ludlow, Salt Lake City and Jerry Wayne (Virginia) Ludlow, Cody Wyoming; eight grandchildren, Susan Saetrum, David Ludlow, Mark Ludlow, Jennifer Montelbono, Jeffery Ludlow, Robert Ludlow, Mike Ludlow, Vic Ludlow; 18 great-grand-children; and her beloved sister, Vida Sorenson, Spring City, Utah. She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters, Ethel Nave, Sugar City, Idaho, Henrietta Galpin and Ina Johnson, both of Salt Lake City. A brief funeral service will be held Wed., February 9th at 2:30 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., Murray, Utah, where friends may call from 1:30-2:15 p.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 So. Highland Drive. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/8/2005 - 2/9/2005. Merkley, Tad Borden Tad Borden Merkley 1920 ~ 2005 VERNAL - Tad Borden Merkley, age 85 passed away on Feb 5, 2005. He was born December 6, 1920 in Lapoint, UT to Joseph and Mary Luella Swenson Merkley. Married Tharon Warburton, December 13 1941. He is survived by his wife Tharon; sons: Ronnie (Connie), Tal (Wyoma); daughters: Karleen Merkley, and Teriann (Bob) Nash; six grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; three sisters and two brothers. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, four brothers, one sister and a daughter, Marlayne. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Maeser Stake Center, 2475 West 1000 North. Family and friends may call on Wednesday evening from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Spafford Funeral Home, 224 East 500 South, and on Thursday from 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Vernal Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors by American Legion Posts #124 & 11, under direction of the Spafford Funeral Home. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. NABI, SYED Syed Nabi, MD 1960 ~ 2005 Syed Nabi, MD, died of colon cancer at St Marks Hospital, February 5th, 2005. He was born in Karachi, Pakistan in 1960. He graduated from King Edward Medical College, Lahore in 1985. He completed an Internal Medicine residency at Bergen Pines, New Jersey and a Medical Informatics fellowship at the University of Utah. Dr. Nabi served as an attending physician at St. Marks Hospital since 1997. Dr. Nabi dedicated his life to serving the community, his patients and all those seeking support. He was a dynamic physician and a pioneer in establishing House Calls (AIMS Clinic) in Utah with a sole purpose to serve those who are unable to obtain proper care. He was especially known for responding to old sick patients. He found solace in helping others and we will miss him and his selfless services, devotion and endless desire to help and serve the needy all over the world. He was an exemplary husband, father, friend, leader, and son. Dr. Nabi is survived by his father, Syed Ikhtiarun Nabi, his mother, Ameer Bano, his devoted wife Gulrukh, his six sisters and one brother, and his three sons, SyedAli age 12, Akbar age 10, and Mousa age 6. Prayers are scheduled for Dr. Nabi at the Khadeeja Mosque at 1019 West Parkway Dr., West Valley on Tuesday, February 8th from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Muslims and non-Muslims are welcome to attend. Modest attire is requested. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Iqra Academy of Utah, 2887 E. Fort Union Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 84119 Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Oakden, Glenda Glenda Oakden 1934 ~ 2005 Glenda Elaine Wardle Oakden passed away February 7, 2005. Born September 11, 1934 in Heber, Utah, daughter of Glen D. and Thora Peterson Wardle, one of 13 children. Married Robert Charles Powers; later divorced. Married Vern L. Cameron; later divorced. Married Sam Oakden. She worked very hard all of her life, always putting others before herself. Survived by husband; children: Deborah K. (Don) Butterfield, Chris Cameron, Scott Cameron, Bart Cameron (Victor Gerrard), Brenda J. (Rick) Ainsworth, Janet Cameron; eight grandchildren; five brothers and six sisters. Preceded in death by parents; sons, Robert Powers and Brent Cameron; sister, Cherrill. Graveside services will be Friday, 11:00 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive. A viewing will be held Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road. We all love you and will miss you. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Orr, Gary Gary Orr "Olie" 12/23/32 ~ 02/08/00 We miss you. We love you. Marlene, Karen, Linda, and Shawn. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Payne, James Morris James Morris Payne 1940 ~ 2005 "Gone Fishing" James Morris Payne, 64, of Salt Lake passed away Feb. 5, 2005 in his home with family at his side. He was born April 14, 1940 in Flowell, Utah, son of James Morris Payne and Erma Utley. Married Cecelia Talbot on Nov. 8, 1958, later divorced. Married Catherine Miller on Nov. 17, 1976. Jim attended Millard High School in Fillmore, where he excelled in wrestling. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed playing his guitar and singing to friends, playing poker with family, watching football, listening to country music, gardening, hunting, fishing and his cat "Chubs". He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jack and Leroy Payne. Survived by his wife Cathy, children Gabe (Leslie) Payne, Glade (Tami) Payne, Barbara (Ron) Staten, Vint (Thien) Payne, Cory (Tara) Payne, Dara Payne and Nicole Payne, sisters Shirlee Hunter and Connie (Ron) Bond. He has 16 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service being held Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005 at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South in West Valley City, Utah. Viewing at 10:00 followed by services at 11:00 a.m. There will be a short graveside service held at the Fillmore Cemetery 3:00 p.m. Jim's family would like to extend a thanks to Jane and Harmony Hospice for the special help they gave through this trying time and Rudolph for going the extra mile. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Peacock, Dennis A. Dennis A. Peacock "Together Forever" Dennis A. Peacock, age 51, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2005, after a valiant 14-month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. We are comforted by the knowledge that he is in the presence of our Savior and has been reunited with his brother, Michael, who preceded him in death by only a few months. Shortly before his passing, Dennis was blessed to be able to help complete his brother's temple work. This sacred opportunity brought him much joy and comfort. The family thanks all who made it possible, particularly our dear friend and Bishop, Wain Mecham. Dennis was born on April 26, 1953 in Price, Utah to Vernon Ralph Peacock and Norma Rae Asay. He was raised in the White City/Sandy area and graduated from Hillcrest High School, where he excelled in baseball. He also attended Salt Lake Community College. He married Patricia Rae Holdaway (Peterson) in September of 1972. They were later divorced, but remained united in devotion to their three beautiful children, Brooke, Mindy and Denny. Dennis married his soul mate and sweetheart, Cheryl Ann Jensen, on March 30, 1990 and became a "Dad" to her young children, Corey, Nikki, Chris and Cara. Dennis and Cheryl were sealed for eternity on January 11, 1997 in the Bountiful LDS Temple. They worked hard at creating a loving, blended family and were blessed abundantly in doing so. Dennis was a member of the Kearns 34th Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where he currently served as First Counselor in the Bishopric. He had a strong testimony of the gospel and a deep love for his "Ward Family." Dennis was employed with Wasatch Property Management and loved his many wonderful associations there. He told everyone he had "the best boss and the best job in the world." We are extremely grateful for the generosity and support of his employers, Dell Loy Hansen, Jonathan Bullen, John Miller, Paul Willie, and Bob Saxton. A special thanks, also, to Anita Lockhart, the rest of the Wasatch Gang," and to the Mayor, City Council and Staff of Taylorsville City for their love and concern. Dennis adored his wife, Cheryl, and was an affectionate, attentive and thoughtful husband. They were the best of friends and will remain so for eternity. Dennis was a devoted father and so proud of his seven children. No sacrifice was too great for their well-being. He spent many happy hours with family and friends golfing, hunting, camping, and fly-fishing on the Provo River. Being a Grandpa was the highlight of his life and he found great joy in telling stories to his little granddaughters, Sarah and Allison. He looked forward to meeting his unborn grandchildren, too, and enjoyed being "Papa Dennis" to his "borrowed" granddaughter, Alysa. He loved playing with his nieces and nephews, who adored their Uncle Dennis. He had a special way with young people and established wonderful relationships with the neighborhood children and the youth in his LDS ward. He promises to watch over all of us from heaven... and Dennis always keeps his promises! Dennis had a passion for sports and loved coaching his children and attending basketball, baseball, and football games with his family. He was an avid Utah Jazz and University of Utah fan. He always opened his home to his children's friends and was a "Second Dad" to Ethan, Tyler, Jeremy, Aleena, Brett, Ryan, Matt, Malarie, and many others. He had a great love for the outdoors and took pride in keeping an immaculate yard. Dennis was a gifted artist and shared many paintings and works of art with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his affectionate nature, tender heart, sense of humor and ability to live life to the fullest. His favorite saying was "Life is Good." His Christ-like example of generosity and service is a legacy that we will forever treasure. The family extends deep gratitude for the tender care rendered by those at Utah Cancer Specialists and through Odyssey Health Care, most especially Lori Luke and Russ Labrum for their compassionate hospice services. Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl Ann Jensen Peacock; his adoring children, Brooke Lynn (Ethan) Wehrli, Mindy Rae (Tyler) Kelsey, Dennis (Denny) Vernon Peacock, Corey Bruce Preece, Nikki Ann Preece, Christopher Jordan Preece, and Cara Shellene Preece (Jeremy); his sweet grandchildren, Sarah Nicole Wehrli, and Allison Rae Wehrli; unborn grandson Dennis Gage Gregersen, loving parents, Vern and Norma Peacock; devoted sisters, Pamela (Don) Sheppard, and Connie (Kirk) Parker; his wonderful in-laws, Paul and Pat Jensen and family, and many dear aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his beloved older brother, Michael Vernon Peacock. We will miss Dennis so much, but are grateful for the sure knowledge that we will be with him again someday. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2005, at the Kearns South Stake Center, 5905 South 4015 West, at 12:00 noon. Friends and family may visit at the church on Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. or Thursday at the church, from 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m., prior to the services. Interment will be at the Larkin Sunset Gardens. www.larkinmortuary.com You'll always be our hero, Dennis! Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Sartore, Charles Charles Joseph Sartore Jr 6/19/1912 ~ 2/05/2005 Charles Joseph Sartore Jr., 92, passed away February 5, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born June 19, 1912 in Denver, Colorado to Charles Lewis and Lorenza Petrone Sartore. Spent his early childhood and attended school in Denver. Graduated from the University of Colorado with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering with honors. He was hired as an installer for the Telephone Co. in Salt Lake City in 1935. In 1940 he attended dial school and shortly there after was on the staff that changed Ogden form manual to dial. He married Helen Arlene Vent on November 20, 1940. The family was transferred to Denver and lived there for 15 years. They were then transferred back to Salt Lake City, where he held various management positions in engineering. He worked for the Telephone Co for 40 years. Charles was active in the Telephone Pioneers of America. He was the first President of the Pioneer Bonneville Club and a member of the Rolling Phones and President of the Airstream Club (W.B.C.C.I.). He was a builder at heart and built three homes. Fishing, trailering and bowling were among his hobbies. He is survived by his son, Donald Paul Sartore of Bozeman, Montana and his grandson, Anthony Paul Sartore of Austin, Texas. Graveside services will be held Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South. Visitation will be held 11:45-12:45 prior to services at Evans & Early Mortuary, 574 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. In lieu of flowers, give him your thoughts for a moment. Tributes may be made at www.MeM.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Saunders, Wallace G. Wallace G. Saunders "Wally" Wallace G. Saunders, 97, died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Carson City on February 3, 2005. He was born November 6, 1907. He is survived by his wife Dorothy, sons Robert (Sara) and Gary, daughters Kathe Green and Jo Ann (Mark) Skousen, brother Willard, 17 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. Wally married Zola Mitchell in 1930 in Salt Lake City. A successful pharmacist, he owned and managed three drug stores in California with Zola, who died in January 1982. Wally married Dorothy in the Oakland Temple in November 1983. They served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England 1986-88 and also served as temple workers in the Jordan River Temple. Together, they managed several rental properties. Wally was the perfect Grandpa, loved by all for his gentle spirit and kindly ways. God be with him till we meet again. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, in the Salt Lake Foothill Second Ward at 1930 South 2100 East, Salt Lake City. Burial will be in the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Larkin Mortuary of Salt Lake City. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Sclafani, Karen In Memoriam Karen Sclafani 10/28/66 ~ 2/7/04 Our beloved Karen had a dream: giving birth to her baby at home under the care of a lay midwife. When Karen developed pre-eclampsia, her husband took her to the nearby hospi tal in Bozeman, Montana, where she gave birth to a healthy baby girl. Karen later died of complications of pre-eclampsia and placenta accreta. Karen is greatly missed by her Salt Lake family, Lynn Nicholas and Wallace Graham, and particularly by her husband Brian Maffly, a former Tribune reporter. Karen blessed us with a beautiful baby girl, Aryana Karen Maffly, in whom her spirit lives on...For further information and pictures, see Karen's website at www.karensclafani.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 2/6/2005 - 2/8/2005. Stens, Bodell Bodell Stens 1910 ~ 2005 LOGAN, UTAH- Bodell Stens, 94, died on Sunday, February 6, 2005 at the Logan Nursing and Rehab. Center. She was born on September 10, 1910 in Richmond, Utah, to Carl Joseph and Kristiane Hemmingson Stens. She was preceded by her parents, four sisters and two brothers. Bodell was a wonderful and caring person with a marvelous sense of humor. She will be lovingly remembered. Graveside services will be held at 12 Noon on Wednesday, February 9, 2005 in the Richmond City Cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Allen-Hall Mortuary on Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Strelow Sr., William Leroy William Leroy Strelow, Sr. Packers Forever Bill, age 68, passed away peacefully February 5, 2005. Born Jan. 23, 1937 in LaCrosse, WI to Reinhold W. and Myrtle M. Strelow. Member of the Lutheran Church. Survived by his wife, Lita; eight children, Gary (Michelle), Sherry (Nate), Pete (Toni), Kim (Eddie), Terry, Billy Jr., Ramona, Tawny (Paul). 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He honorably served his country in the US Air Force for 20 years. He had a passion for "Packers and the Jazz," but most of all, family and friends. Special thanks to the Doctors and nurses at the LDS Hospital. Memorial services followed by a graveside service, Wed. Feb. 9th, 11:30 am at the Utah Veterans Cemetery, 17111 So. Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005. Stutznegger, Helen G. Helen G. Stutznegger 1916 ~2005 Helen G. Stutznegger passed away February 7, 2005 at the age of 88. She was born May 15, 1916 in Vermillion, Utah to Alden Oscar and Eva Elizabeth Harmon Gledhill. She married Rex Dale Stutznegger November 4, 1935 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They made their home in Tooele, Utah. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities, including nine years in the Salt Lake Temple. She was a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She is survived by one daughter and three sons, Loya S. Moscon, R. Kib Stutznegger, Ivo C. Stutznegger, and Arlin Jed (Sol) Stutznegger; 13 grandchildren, 26 great-grand-children; three brothers and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Rex D. Stutznegger; daughter, Luta S. Cox; son-in-law, Frank A. Moscon; and daughters-in-law Cassie Stutznegger and Anne Brough Stutznegger; two brothers and one sister. Interment-Tooele City Cemetery, Feb. 9, 2005. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 2/8/2005.