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Alatalo, Todd F.
Todd F. Alatalo 9/23/61 ~ 7/6/05 Our loving husband, son, brother and friend,
Todd F. Alatalo, passed peacefully at home on July 6, 2005. He was born
September 23, 1961 in Hancock, Michigan to Francis Alatalo and Rita
Hutchinson. He married the love of his life, Julie Musich, on April 8, 1995 in
Las Vegas. Todd was a member of the IBEW Local 354 and employed with AC
Electric for the past 13 years. He loved the Detroit Red Wings and was an avid
collector of sports memorabilia. He had a passion for keeping a beautiful
yard. Todd was a man of integrity and was known for his compassion in helping
others. He is survived by his loving wife, Julie of Salt Lake City, Utah;
mother and step-father, Rita and Jay Hutchinson of Hancock, Michigan; sisters,
Tammy (JP) Parmentier of Sterling Heights, Michigan, Terry Alatalo of Niagara,
Wisconsin; mother and father-in-law, Russell and Jeanne Musich of Enoch, Utah;
numerous extended family and friends and his special babies, Shasta, Tazzy and
Jammer. Preceded in death by his father, Francis Alatalo; his grandparents and
his princess, Abby. Memorial services will be held, Sunday, July 10th, 4:00
p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Road. A visitation for
family and friends will be held one hour prior to services. In lieu of
flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Utah Humane Society in
Todd's name.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Ashenbrucker, Helen Eva
Helen Eva Ashenbrucker 1916 ~ 2005 Helen Eva Ashenbrucker was born on January
11, 1916 to Anna M. Skala and Joseph Ashenbrucker in Madison, South Dakota.
Following her early education in Madison, South Dakota, she attended the
College of St. Theresa in Winona, Minnesota, where she obtained her Bachelor
of Arts Degree. Following her graduation she spent four years teaching Science
and Mathematics in Ashland, Kentucky. An opportunity to return to Minnesota
working at the University allowed Helen to pursue a Bachelor of Sciences in
Medical Technology. When Dr. Leo T. Samuels was recruited from the University
of Minnesota to head the Biochemistry Department at the University of Utah
Medical School it led Helen to transfer to the University of Utah. There Helen
worked under Dr. Maxwell Wintrobe in the Department of Hematology. She worked
there from 1944 until retirement in 1983 to St. George, Utah. Helen was
preceded in death by her parents and her sister Antionette M. Ashenbrucker and
by a niece, Jane. She is survived by her brother John J. Ashenbrucker
(Patricia M.) of Kaukauna, Wisconsin; her nephews Joe Ashenbrucker and his
children Cannon and Evelyn of Garberville, California; and Steven Ashenbrucker
(Gloria) Park Falls, Wisconsin. Helen has been a lifelong member of the
Catholic Church and an active member of the St. George Catholic Church in St.
George, Utah. She is a silent Humanitarian supporting many, many causes. Her
life has been enriched by the many friendships she has developed through the
years. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2005, 10
a.m., St. George Catholic Church, 259 W. 200 N., St. George, Utah. Interment
will be in the Ashenbrucker Family Plot in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. In lieu of
flowers the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society
and to Hospice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Bateman, J. LaVar
J. LaVar Bateman 1920 ~ 2005 LaVar Bateman died peacefully at home in Provo,
Utah, on July 6, 2005. LaVar lived every day as if it were his first and last.
He was honest and even-handed, experienced great joy from life's simple tasks
and pleasures, and walked through this life steadfast and humble, determined
to leave it a better place. LaVar was born on June 6, 1920, the oldest of four
boys, to Rela McMullin Bateman and James Robert Bateman. Before LaVar turned
eight, his father died of typhoid fever. He became the man of the house until
age 13 when his mother married A. Ray Beckstead, a widower with eight
children. In this blended family of the depression, he learned to work hard,
accept responsibility and live frugally. After graduating from Brigham Young
University, LaVar served his country in the Navy during World War II, where he
was skipper of a seaplane base in the Bahamas and communications officer at
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. During the war he married his college sweetheart, Helen
Mae Ream. He then earned his PhD in Speech Communication at the University of
Wisconsin before joining the faculty at BYU. He took a two-year leave to
develop a speech program in Guam and then moved his young family back to Provo
and BYU. LaVar and Helen built their own home on Ash Avenue; they quarried,
dressed and laid 65 tons of rock in the backbreaking process. LaVar taught
public speaking and coached winning debate teams at BYU. Among his
professional accomplishments, he served on the first Honors Program Council,
was chairman of the University Forum Assemblies, and became Chairman of the
Department. During his tenure at BYU, LaVar served as visiting professor at
Michigan State University, the College of the Virgin Islands, and George
Washington University in Maryland, and was an assistant to Senator Wallace
Bennett in Washington DC. He directed many BYU Travel Study tours to Europe,
plus a world tour and a Caribbean cruise. He was also the Director of Study
Abroad in London. He has been an active member of Rotary International since
1954. LaVar and Helen mentored Rotary Exchange Students from several
countries, and sponsored a number of Cambodian refugee families. LaVar was a
bishop and high councilman, and served three full time missions with Helen
(Sydney, Australia; Hanoi, Vietnam; and Honolulu, Hawaii) for The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They have also been part-time hosting
missionaries at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake City for the
past 10 years. LaVar's self-proclaimed greatest accomplishment was rearing and
mentoring his five children: Kim Bateman MD (Linda), Shauna
Horne-deceased--(Rick), Kathleen Peterson (Steve), Lucinda Bateman MD, and
Kyle Bateman (Julee). His children hope to honor him with their lives and
accomplishments. LaVar also said, "By far, the most important person of
influence in my life is my wonderful wife and companion, Helen Mae Ream I
think we make a great team and we need each other." LaVar is survived by his
brothers Robert and Mack, and was preceded in death by his parents, brother
Bertin, and daughter Shauna. A memorial service honoring LaVar will be held at
3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 9, 2005, at the Oak Hills Seventh Ward Chapel in
Provo, 1038 N. 1200 E. (Birch and Apple). The family will receive friends at
the Chapel beginning at 1:30 p.m. There will be a graveside service for family
and close friends earlier that day, 10:00 a.m., South Jordan Memorial Cemetery
(1055 W. 10630 S., South Jordan) In lieu of flowers, please consider donating
to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund or a service organization of your choice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/8/2005 - 7/9/2005.

Black, Barbara Erisman
Barbara Erisman Black 1914 ~ 2005 A beautiful soul left our presence on June
16, 2005, when Barbara Erisman Black was welcomed home. Barbara, 90, passed
peacefully in the comforting arms of her loving children. Barbara was born
October 28, 1914 to Albert J. and Jean Webster Erisman in Wilkensburg, PA,
grew up in Cleveland, OH, and graduated from Shaker Heights H.S. Pursuing her
great love, she studied art and English, and graduated from Lake Erie College
excelling in oils, watercolors and wood block prints, one of which was proudly
exhibited in the Cleveland Museum of Art for many years. In the aftermath of
World War II, Barbara served in the Red Cross in Germany as a Recreational
Therapist, helping to raise the spirits of our wounded and disabled soldiers.
There she met and married a handsome Major, John L. Black, who brought her
home to Salt Lake City. John attended law school as Barbara nurtured their
growing family that soon grew to five children; Jean of Olympia, WA; John Jr.
(Karen) of Salt Lake City; Parnell (Linda Melcher) of Salt Lake City;
Christine Fairchild (Anthony) of San Diego, CA; and Donald W. of Iowa City,
IA. They later divorced. In addition to raising her five children, Barbara
always found time to donate generously of her time and energy to numerous
civic, community and church organizations. These included the Women's Bar
Auxiliary where she established a lifelong bond with her beloved "Coffee
Girls," the YWCA serving as President of the Board, Girl Scouts, PEO, Sunday
Singles which she helped found, and many others. Barbara especially enjoyed
serving her church-Wasatch Presbyterian Church. For 50 years, she served in
nearly every capacity available, including that of Deacon. Well into her
eighties, Barbara visited and comforted the aged and infirm church members,
many of whom were younger than she. Barbara treasured her role immensely as
mother and homemaker. She loved cooking for her children-five different
lunches each day! She reveled in entertaining her many friends. All of her
parties had themes with matching centerpieces-long before Martha! Barbara
marveled at the wonders of God's creations, the wildflowers of Albion Basin,
the kestrel roosting on her window sill, and the skittering sanderlings in
Newport Beach. She expressed her love of nature and beauty in her artwork,
creating beautiful watercolors into her 80s. In addition to her five children,
Barbara is survived by five grandchildren; Dane, Cheyenne and Lacey Fairchild,
and Rachel and Bradley Melcher. She is also survived by her very special
friend, confidant, Scrabble competitor and caregiver Joanne Scow, who devoted
herself tirelessly to Barbara's care, comfort and happiness these last four
years. The family wishes to thank the caring staff at the Coventry, Wentworth,
and Care Source, Dr. Greg Goodman and his assistant Stephanie Butterfield, all
of whom helped to make Barbara's final years as pleasant and fulfilling as
possible. A memorial service will be held in Barbara's honor on Monday, July
11th at 11:30 a.m. at Wasatch Presbyterian Church, 1626 S. 1700 E. Friends and
family may call Monday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. prior to the service.
Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 S. Highland Dr. In lieu
of flowers, the family suggests donations to Wasatch Presbyterian Church, Lake
Erie College or the American Diabetes Association.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Caputo, Roy A.
Roy A. Caputo 1914 ~ 2005 Roy A. Caputo, age 91, passed away July 7, 2005 at
Longview Nursing Home in Missouri Valley. Resident of Council Bluffs since
1960. Previously of Salt Lake City, Utah. Roy was born on February 23, 1914 in
Bingham, Utah to Rosario and Mary Brunino Caputo. He attended Salt Lake City
High. He was a plant manager at Griffin Pipe in both Salt Lake City and
Council Bluffs. Preceded in death by his wife Frances, May 1998; son Michael,
1993; brothers Jay and Dominick. Survived by sons, Robert and wife Ardie of
Council Bluffs; H. Vincent and wife Peggy, of Council Bluffs; Dennis and wife
Konae, of Las Vegas; and David Keith and wife Lynn of Calif; brothers Frank,
John, and Lee, all of Utah; sisters Rose, Hazel, Mary, and Margaret, all of
Utah; and Eileen, of Calif. Numerous grandchildren, great- and
great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday, 6-8 p.m. at the funeral
home. Services are Monday at 11 a.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral
home. Burial at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be offered to Alzheimer
Assoc.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Cope, Echo Holmgren
Echo Holmgren Cope 8/25/13 ~ 6/29/05 Echo Marjorie Holmgren Cope passed from
this life on June 29, 2005 in Tacoma, Washington at the age of 91. She was
born in Bear River City, Utah on August 25, 1913 to Albert E. and Nancy Hansen
Holmgren. She married her husband of 68 years, Albert John Cope, Jr., of Salt
Lake City, Utah, in 1934 in Stuttgart, Germany during his first assignment in
the U.S. Foreign Service. The marriage was solemnized June 8, 1937 in the Salt
Lake LDS Temple. Echo was preceded in death by her husband; sisters Octavo
Weiler, Veoma Horman, Zembra Olson, and Audrienne Kimball, and by brothers
Paul and Lynn Stuart Holmgren. She is survived by son John G. Cope, M.D. and
wife Anne Rose of Albuquerque, NM, daughter Susan Gilmour and husband David of
Tacoma, WA; sister Fontella Birrell of Salt Lake City, Utah; grandchildren Ben
Cope and wife Gretchen; Steven Cope and wife Nancy Franco, Andrew Gilmour, and
Teja Gilmour and husband Richard Faria; and great grandchildren Olivia Cope
and Rowen Faria. She graduated from Box Elder High School, Brigham City, and
attended the Utah State A.C. Echo and her husband John were assigned to many
interesting and challenging foreign posts, including pre-World War ll Germany,
Cuba, Trieste, Spain, Trinidad, Guyana, and Mexico. She played an important
role in furthering American diplomacy in these countries. She felt great
respect for the citizens of foreign lands and made many friends during their
35 year career. Echo's creative passion was painting, which she enjoyed
throughout her life. She had the artist's eye and produced works of high
artistic quality in oils and then in watercolor. She took instruction in
several of the countries she and John were posted to. Many in her family
possess her works. Echo will be remembered for her enthusiasm in embracing the
world stage while never forgetting her strong family ties and rural roots; and
for courage in soldiering on despite a devastating and progressive hearing
loss which was present during most of her adult life. She was a loving wife,
mother and companion in life's journey, and she will be greatly missed. A
graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 9, at Wasatch Lawn
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, send donations to the Hospice program of your
choice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Francis-Montclare, Catherine Elora
Catherine Elora Francis-Montclare Will Be Missed On Wednesday, June 8th at
11:50 a.m. MDT, Catherine Elora Francis-Montclare passed away quietly at her
home in Riverton, Utah. She was 84 years old, and died after a year-long
battle with colon and renal cancer. Catherine, or Nana as she was known by her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren, many of whom she shared her home with
here in Riverton, was beloved by all who knew her. She was an accomplished
author, artist, entrepreneur, photographer and businesswoman. She was most
often revered for her intelligence, pragmatism, and simple sense of living
that her friends and family admired, and that those of us who were lucky
enough to be nurtured by her in our upbringing use to live better, more
successful lives every day. Nana lost her husband Donald A. Montclare in 1994.
They shared a home in Milford, New Hampshire, and were married for some 25
years before grandpa died. Since that time, Nana has spent her time working as
a teacher, Internet entrepreneur and internationally published digital
photographer. She also worked closely with her only son, Fred, on many
Internet based projects until he passed away in July of 2004. She loved her
son deeply, and when he died suddenly from diabetes at the age of 62, this
took a heavy toll on Nana. For any age, Nana was extraordinarily adept at
using modern technologies, and followers of her work as both a photographer
and embroidery artisan span the globe. Nana accomplished so many things in her
lifetime, they are impossible to catalog and give each of them proper
recognition. She will be most remembered for the incredibly positive impact
she had upon her entire family, and particularly her progeny. We owe the
successes we have achieved, and the quality of our lives to her gentle
teachings, incredible example, and loving ways. We will do our best to make
you proud, Nana. Catherine Montclare is survived by her two brothers: George
and Irving and their wives, Patty and Dorothy; her grandchildren: Ami and
Fred, and her great-grandchildren: Deandra, Michael, Randi and Kaye Dee Lee,
as well as many other nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Nana was
particularly close to my wife Kari, who she loved like a daughter, and who
cared for her during her bout with cancer. She will be greatly missed.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/8/2005 - 7/9/2005.

Gaines, Ray, Dorothy and Deeann
In Memory Gaines Ray 6/25/1920 ~ 7/11/1996 Dorothy (Robbie)
11/3/1919~11/23/2004 Deeann 9/4/1949 ~ 3/11/2003 Please join us for a memorial
breakfast held in their honor on Sunday, July 10, at Westvale Presbyterian
Church, 3610 S. 4400 W., West Valley City, UT, from 8:00 a.m. until noon. All
proceeds donated to Westvale Church. Always in our hearts.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Harris, Alice Alene
Alice Alene Harris 1933 ~ 2005 Our loving mother, grandmother, and friend
Alice Alene Harris, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2005. Alene was born
November 20, 1933 in Bountiful, Utah to Alton Aldo Barrus and Alice Maurine
Quinn. In 1941, her family moved to Mountain View Wyoming where she spent the
rest of her childhood. Alene graduated from high school in 1952 and then
attended St. Mary's of the Watsach College in Salt Lake City, graduating with
a bachelor's degree in education. In 1956, Alene moved to Woodland, California
and began a teaching career in the areas Catholic school system. In 1957, she
moved to Oakland, California. In the spring of 1958, Alene met Jerry Morse
Harris, and they were married on November 8, 1958, and later divorced. They
had two sons Kenneth Alton Harris and Jeffery Lee Harris. In October of 1963,
the family moved to West Valley City, Utah. Alene taught second grade at the
Cathedral of the Madeline school until 1969 when it closed. Alene continued
her teaching career as a substitute teacher for the Granite School District
until 1977. In that year, Alene went back to school to study nursing. She
received a degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse and practiced nursing until
she retired in the early 1990's. Alene is survived by her two sons Kenneth
(wife Mary Elizabeth Kocherhans), Jeff (wife Julie Larsen), and five
grandchildren, Andalin, Vincent, Megan, Nolan, and Adam. During her life,
Alene enjoyed many hobbies and activities including reading, knitting,
crocheting, photography, camping and the outdoors. She was a kind and loving
person and will be missed by those who knew and loved her. Funeral services
will be held at Larkin Funeral home, 260 East South Temple, Monday July 11,
2005 at 10:00 a.m. There will be a viewing at 9:00-9:45 a.m. prior to the
services.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Holbrook, Vena Myrtle (Larson)
Vena Myrtle Larson Holbrook 1911 ~ 2005 Vena Myrtle Larson Holbrook, 94, our
mother, friend and companion passed away July 7, 2005. Vena was born in
Evanston, Wyoming, June 8, 1911. Vena has lived a full life of giving to
others. She attended school in Evanston, Wyoming. She has been a piano teacher
in Bountiful since 1945. She is a member of the LDS Church and has been
involved in the Relief Society. She loved to camp in the outdoors and has
enjoyed the company of animals. She married Howard Robert Holbrook in 1935.
Survivors include her three sons, Robert S. (Jessica) Holbrook, Alpine,
Wyoming, Rockne B. (Judy) Holbrook, Bear Lake West, Idaho, Kirk B. (Shelley)
Holbrook, Bountiful, Utah; three sisters, Elma (Wayne) Fry, Bountiful, Utah,
Lynell Larson, Phoenix, Arizona, Joan (Ted) Pool, Jacksonville, Florida; and
one brother, Aurbury (Betty) Larson, Portland, Oregon. Two brothers preceded
her in death, Norval Larson and Earl Larson. She has nine grandchildren and 15
great-grandchildren. Vena was loved by all that came in contact with her. Her
thoughtfulness and generosity was overwhelming. We are all grateful for her
loving friendship. We love and miss her. Funeral services will be held at
Crandall Funeral Home, 800 Uinta Street, Evanston, Wyoming, Tuesday, July 12,
2005 at 2 p.m. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment will be
in the Evanston City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Jensen, Zola Scott
Zola Scott Jensen "She Loved Unconditionally" Our loving Mother, Zola Jensen,
passed away peacefully July 4, 2005, at the age of 71, in Salt Lake City, Ut
Born June 10, 1934 in Prescott, Arizona, daughter of Andrew Hunter and Veda
Alvina Rowley Scott; both preceded her in death. She moved to Salt Lake City,
Utah in 1949; married Jay Samuel Jensen June 19, 1953 in the Salt Lake Temple;
he preceded her in death April 7, 1990. She lived in Southern California for
35 years and returned to Salt Lake City in1990. Zola was a devoted wife,
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. She gave her love to
all of us unconditionally and spent most of her life caring for others. Her
devotion and unwavering faith in the LDS Church brought her great comfort. She
volunteered for several years at the Jordan River Temple and held various
church callings throughout her life. She worked at the Brighton High School
cafeteria the last five years of her life; she truly enjoyed working with her
fellow employees and the interaction with the students and faculty. Our mother
loved to read. If she was not engrossed in a historical novel, she was
finishing up one of her plastic canvas projects or crocheting an afghan or
scarf for one of her children or grandchildren. Zola is survived by her
children: Jay, Theo, David, Janiel, Gordon, Michael, Curtiss, Deanna and
Jason; as well as 14 grandchildren, three great-grand-children, sisters Belva
Carlson and Ethel Soter and brother Donal Scott and many nieces and nephews.
She was also preceded in death by her brother Theo. Our family would like to
thank the staff of St. Marks for providing our mother with great care during
her hospital stay. We would also like to thank the staff at CareSource
Inpatient Hospice; they provided our mother with great care and dignity during
her final days.. Funeral services will be held Monday, July 11, 2005, 2 p.m.
at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road where a viewing will be held
Sunday, July 10, from 6-8 p.m. and Monday, 1-1:45 p.m. prior to service.
Interment, West Jordan City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the American Diabetes Association.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/8/2005 - 7/9/2005.

Kearney, Maurine Browner
Maurine Browner Kearney 1928 ~ 2005 Maurine Browner Kearney passed away
quietly on July 2, 2005. Born on Nov. 26, 1928, to Harley and Vella Browner.
Preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Russell Noel Kearney, and
her oldest son, Hal Gary Kearney. Survived by sons David Bruce Kearney,
Russell Dale Kearney, Ricky Allen Kearney, Larry Jay Kearney and her daughter
Judy Rae Kearney Ferrin. A private family memorial will be held on Saturday,
July 9, 2005.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/8/2005 - 7/9/2005.

Kirigin Jr., John Lawrence
John Lawrence Kirigin, Jr. "On Top of the World" John Lawrence Kirigin, Jr.
died suddenly on July 2, 2005 of a heart attack caused by undetected heart
disease at the age of 54, leaving those of us who knew and loved him with a
profound sense of loss and disbelief. We take some comfort knowing that he was
in a beautiful place, at the top of Hidden Peak, doing what he loved: skiing
with his son, Jay Bowman-Kirigin, the person he loved most in the world. But
he left us and the mountaintop far too soon. John's life revolved around
supporting Jay's passion for skiing and for learning. He lived to see his son
achieve the number one ranking in his '06 class at East High, win the Junior
Olympics in moguls, and receive the silver medal at Nationals. He believed in
living a simple life, unencumbered by a quest for material things. Much of his
time and resources went toward helping Jay pursue his dream of becoming an
Olympic mogul skier. Those who know how much effort and sacrifice is required
to support talented offspring are gladdened that John lived long enough to see
some of that dreamed fulfilled. Jay will finish out the run on the mountain
for his dad. John was born March 31, 1951, in Napa, California to Peggy and
Jack Kirigin. He was the youngest of their four children. They moved to Tooele
when John was a teenager. He lived most of his life in Salt Lake City. He
received a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics at UC Berkeley, and another
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Utah. He
worked at Unisys Corporation (formerly Sperry) for 19 years. His co-workers
revered him as a talented and respected engineer. He married Elizabeth (Betsy)
Bowman, they were later divorced. John will be sorely missed by those he left
behind, because he was a good man who did his best as a father, brother, son,
friend and worker. He is survived by his son Jay (Salt Lake City), his sister
Kathryn Kirigin (Coronado, California), his brothers Lawrence (Sandy, Utah)
and Gary (Wendover, Utah) and his step mother Mary Kirigin (Playas del Coco,
Costa Rica). He was preceded in death by his mother and his father. John's
family would like to thank the team of EMTs, ski patrollers and the doctor
present on Hidden Peak for their incredible efforts to save John's life. He
couldn't have been in better hands. A viewing will be held Monday, July 11,
2005 at Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Home, 4760 South State Street, Murray, from 6-8
p.m. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South, Salt
Lake City, on Tuesday morning, July 12th. Please join us for light
refreshments and a celebration of John's life at Our Lady of the Snows at Alta
Ski Resort on Tuesday, July 12th at 5:30 p.m. Donations may be made in John's
memory to the Wasatch Freestyle Foundation, 2367 Boyes Street, Holladay, UT
84117.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Lange, Fred
Fred Lange 1930 ~ 2005 Fred Lange, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great
grandfather, teacher, coach, neighbor, dear friend, missionary, and temple
worker passed away peacefully in his home on July 4, 2005. He was born in
Glendale, California, November 16, 1930. He was the youngest of four children,
son of Milton Henry Lange and Mildred Irene Evers. He attended BYU and
graduated from California State College at Los Angeles. Upon graduation he
began a long career teaching and coaching high school students in La
Crescenta, California, and Clearfield, Utah. Many of his former students and
athletes share fond memories of life lessons learned from Coach Lange. Fred
Married Mildred Virginia Davis on April 26, 1949. Their marriage was
solemnized two years later in the Mesa, Arizona Temple of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints. Together they raised six children - three boys
and three girls. They currently have thirty one grandchildren and 17 great
grandchildren, with two more he is soon to send down - plus many others who
have chosen to call him Dad. Sports were a big part of Fred's life. He coached
football, baseball, basketball, track, girl's and boy's swimming, tennis, and
water polo. For many years he officiated high school and college basketball.
He played football at Cal State, LA, was a national champion water skier, a
snow skier, tennis player, golfer, and sailor. Fred loved the Gospel of Jesus
Christ and served faithfully in many callings. He and his beloved Millie
served three missions: Teaching at Moroni High School, Tarawa, Kiribati
Islands, in the Fiji, Suva Mission; Shandong Province, China, teaching English
at Shandong University; and at the Orem Institute of Religion, UVSC Campus.
Recently he served as an ordinance worker in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple. Fred
was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings. He is survived by
Millie, his wife of 56 years and his children: Rob and Debby Lange (Heber
City), Cathie Foster (Salt Lake City), Jody and Larry Johnson (Sandy), Melinda
and Richard King (Provo), Bryan and Jori Lange (Phoenix), Brent and Laura
Lange (Salt Lake City), and the children and grandchildren. A memorial service
will be held Tuesday, July 12, at the LDS Chapel, 575 S. 400 W., Orem, at
11:00 am. The family will receive friends and neighbors at 9:30 am. Graveside
services at East Lawn Cemetery at 11:00 am, July 5, 2005.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/5/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Maak, Virginia M.
Virginia M. Maak 1920 ~ 2005 Virginia Margaret Larson Maak ("Ginny") died
peacefully on July 8, 2005 of natural causes. Ginny was born on February 20,
1920 to Leonard and Lillian Carter Larson in McGill, Nevada, where she lived
until adolescence. She attended high school and the University of Utah in Salt
Lake City. Ginny married Charles H. Maak in 1940 and together they had three
children, Charles L. (Ann) Maak, Bruce A. Maak, and Laurie E. Maak. Ginny was
a loving mother and diligently worked at the challenges of raising her
children in the rural mountains of New Mexico. Ginny was a talented dancer and
singer and found time to act and sing in many Albuquerque Light Opera
productions, also serving as president of that organization. For years, Ginny
in addition sang in a popular Gay 90's trio in Albuquerque. She divorced in
1976 and a few years later relocated to Salt Lake City to be closer to her
children. Ginny was predeceased by her parents and brothers (Tom and Jack
Larson) and is survived by all of her children and her wonderful
grandchildren, Carley, Jamie, Ashley, and Travis Maak and Julia Udell. Ginny
was a good mom to us, her children, and we love, thank, and honor her. We also
thank the caregivers at St. Joseph Villa and Care Source Hospice for their
kindness and efforts in helping and caring for our mom. Ginny's family will
celebrate her life at a private gathering.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Marshall, Deanna Doreen
Deanna Doreen Marshall Will Be Missed ST. GEORGE, UT - Deanna touched our
lives forever as she came and left us on July 7, 2005. She is survived by her
brother Skyler, age 11; her sister Kaylee, age seven; her parents, Ryan and
Michelle, all of St. George, Utah; her grandparents, David and Ann Marshall of
Beaver, Utah; and Mike and Kay Harrison of Salt Lake City, Utah. We would like
to express our sincere appreciation to the staff of Dixie Regional Medical
Center who helped make this past week as pleasant as possible. Special thanks
to our doctor and his staff that have cared so much for the past few months.
Private family services will be held.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Martinez, Teodoro M. "Ted"
Teodoro (Ted) M. Martinez (Todo) Ted took his final trip home to be reunited
with our Lord on July 4, 2005. He was born on Nov. 9, 1939 in Taos, New Mexico
to Fred C. and Rafealita Mares Martinez. He married Lillian Archuleta Aug. 9,
1957 in Bingham Canyon, Utah. He retired from Kennecott Copper after 30 years
of service. Ted enjoyed golfing, fishing, and watching sports at the U of U.
He also loved traveling, and visited many places in the United States, and
Europe, Germany being his favorite place. But his greatest love was for his
family. Ted was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church. Survived by his wife
Lillian, his children, Chris, Vince (Angie) and Lori, his eight beloved
grandchildren and one great grandson, numerous friends, and all of the
extended Archuleta family who truly loved him. Preceded in death by his
parents, brothers Paul and Dennis Martinez, and grandson Mitchell Martinez.
Visitation with the family will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 624 W.
Lennox St., Midvale, UT, on Monday, July 11, at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial
mass at 12 noon. Committal of his ashes will take place at Midvale City
Cemetery following the mass. A special thanks to Residence Care Source for the
loving care which they gave to our Todo. In lieu of flowers donations can be
made in Ted's name to the St. Therese building fund. When we grieve for lost
loved ones, we grieve for ourselves. Let us celebrate that those who have gone
home to Heaven now know the full essence of God's true love. WE LOVE YOU!-HAVE
A GOOD FLIGHT!!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Miller, Daniel Lawrence
Daniel Lawrence Miller 1915 ~ 2005 FARMINGTON- Daniel Lawrence Miller was born
January 16, 1915 in Farmington, Utah to Daniel A. and Leonie Call Miller. He
passed away July 7, 2005 of causes incident to age. Daniel married Maretta
Higgs in 1950. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. He
was a high priest in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He
served in various church callings but particularly enjoyed the years he spent
working with the Young Men. He worked as a butcher in the Farmigton Market,
and US Post Master in the Farmington office. His real joy came from serving as
a volunteer fire-fighter and secretary for the past 71 years at station 71 in
Farmington. His fire family was dear to his heart. He was a loving father,
grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his children Robert
(Glenda) VanFleet, Kaysville; Linda (Jim) Housley, Cottage Grove, OR; J D
Miller, Salt Lake City; Rick (Jolin) Miller, Fruit Heights; Vickie (Weston)
Butterfield, Bountiful; 20 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Funeral
services will be held Monday, July 11, 2005 in the Steed Creek Chapel, 347 S.
200 W. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Russon Brothers
Bountiful Mortuary, 295 N. Main and Monday at the Church 9:45-10:45 prior to
the services. Interment in the Farmington City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Petersen, Colleen
Colleen Petersen Beloved wife, mother, grandmother Phyllis Colleen Hancock
Petersen, 79, returned home July 6, 2005 after a long illness. She was born
Nov. 11, 1925 in Salt Lake City to Lot Huntington and Elizabeth Opal Henroid
Hancock. She graduated from Granite High School in 1943, and later became a
licensed beautician. She married Alma Junior Petersen Sept. 21, 1949, marriage
later solemnized Sept. 1, 1959 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Her life was one
of service to family, friends and church. Mom and Dad lived in Fremont Calif.
for several years. She loved working in her garden, arranging flowers, making
quilts, and was an excellent seamstress. She loved camping and being with her
family. Mom had a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and loved the Gospel.
Survived by husband, Al of Sandy. Children: Linda and Paul Ostler, Riverton;
Debbie and Joseph Smith, West Jordan; Saundra and Tom Dupaix, West Valley; Ren
Allen and Lisa Petersen, Ephraim; 24 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren;
sisters: Delores Robertson and Monica Leake; brothers: Dale and Clint Hancock.
Preceded in death by parents, sister Ruth brother Donald, two grandchildren,
Jenni Rebecca and Kayley. Special thanks to all the staff at Hospice and
neighbors who have shown such kindness and support. Mom we love you forever.
Funeral services will be Monday July 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Willow
Creek 7th Ward, 2115 East Creek Road (8100 South), where friends may call
Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. and Mon. one hour prior to services. Interment
will be in the West Jordan City Cemetery. Directors Independent Funeral
Service.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Rivers, Percy J.
Percy J. Rivers 1911 ~ 2005 The family would like to thank everyone who helped
in any way during the caring and the funeral.
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Schaff, Jack Duane
Jack Duane Schaff 7/9/1928 ~3/11/2005 Until Then Although a life's plane may
separate us from seeing each other, the love we have for you doesn't. We
celebrate the life you had with us today. For being a man, a husband, a dad, a
grandpa, an uncle, but most of all, a friend. You taught us to love others and
to love ourselves. Be true to ourselves and everything else will follow.
Although we are all saddened by your flight, we are also happy; Happy that you
suffer no more, happy that you are young and free now of the weight of the
world, unburdened of yesterdays events and those that were yet to come. We
will all be happy again; happiest when one day you will take our hand and we
will hug again and our tears will be for our reunion and not our loss. We can
reminisce of our lives here and realize it wasn't so bad, in fact, quite
short. We can hope for salvation of mankind and hopefully influence some along
the way. Our work will have just begun, but our reunion will surpass any work
that may lay ahead. Until then dad, save us a seat. We love you, The Family.
W/B Nola Willden
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Schmitz, Sara E.
Sara E. Schmitz 1927 ~ 2005 KAYSVILLE - Sara E. Schmitz, 78, passed away
Tuesday, July 5, 2005 at the U of U Hospital. Born January 7, 1927 in
Smithfield, Utah the daughter of Fred Milton and Lavinia Hyde Winn. Sara
graduated from North Cache High School. Sara married Robert Frank Schmitz on
February 14, 1947 in Oregon City, Oregon. Their marriage was later solemnized
in the Logan Temple in 1956. Her passions were gardening, genealogy and
serving others. Surviving are her sons, Robert (Wanthanee) Schmitz, Milwaukee,
WI; Charles (Sondra) Nelson, Layton; daughters, Paula (Charles) Sullivan,
Boise, ID; Kathy Schmitz, Salt Lake City; seven grandchildren and 11
great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband. Funeral services will
be held Monday, July 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Kaysville 13th Ward, 875 E.
200 No. Friends and family may call Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's
Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the
church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. e-mail condolences to the family
at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/7/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Sleater, Jerry William
Jerry William Sleater 08/21/29 ~ 07/04/05 Jerry William Sleater, 75, passed
away in Salt Lake City, UT. He was born August 21, 1929 in Salt Lake City, UT
to Isabell and Clarence Sleater. Bowling was his lifetime hobby. He also
enjoyed fishing and hunting and spending time with the family. He is survived
by daughters; Arminda Chanthasack, Nilla Sleater, son-in-laws Deng and Robert,
10 grandchildren, 11 great-grand-children. He was preceded in death by his
parents, wife; Arlene Sleater, son; Jerry Jr. Sleater. A Wake will be held to
celebrate his life. For information please call 606-1197.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.

Warr, Alton J.
Alton J. Warr 1916 ~ 2005 Alton J. Warr passed away on July 7, 2005 surrounded
by family. He was born on October 3, 1916 in Granger, Utah to John Rueben and
Ida Maude Warr. He is the last surviving member of 11 children. On September
2, 1942 he married Clara M. Hollingshaus in the Salt Lake Temple. He was an
active member in the LDS Church. Alton loved flying his Bonanza 8913 Alpha. He
owned his own construction company, Warr Construction, building homes in
Olympus Hills, Oak Hills, Cottonwood, Indian Hills and East Millcreek. Later
he became a land developer. He is survived by his wife of 63 years and three
children: Patricia (Harold) Rust, Lake Oswego, Oregon; Linda (Doug) Wahlquist,
Holladay; and William A. Warr, Holladay; 11 grandchildren and eight
great-grand-children. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers:
Merrill, Glen, David Wayne, Milton, Leland, Edwin and Dean; sisters: Millie
Breck, Lucille Taylor and Clea Roach. We thank First Choice Hospice for their
tender loving care, especially Terry, Vicki, Anne, MiLinda, Julie and Dr.
Miller. Funeral services will be held on Mon., July 11, 2005 at 12:00 noon at
Heughs Canyon Ward, 6313 South 2300 East, Holladay. Family and friends may
call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple,
and on Monday at the chapel from 11:00 until 11:45 a.m. Interment, Wasatch
Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/9/2005 - 7/10/2005.

Zaragoza, Anthony
Anthony Zaragoza 4/26/1963~7/9/2000 We never knew that day God was going to
call your name. In life we loved you dearly and in death we do the same. You
left us beautiful memories. Your love is still our guide and though we cannot
see you, we know your by our side. We love & miss you Bunches. Mom, Melissa &
the Zaragoza clan
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/9/2005.