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Blalock, Ava Jacqueline
Ava Jacqueline Blalock July 8, 2005 Ava Jacqueline Blalock, beloved baby
daughter of Amy and Kevin Blalock, was born July 8, 2005, eight pounds and
nine ounces, 22 inches long. Perfect in every way but died before she could
even take her first breath. Although we cannot hold Ava in our arms, we
forever will hold her in our hearts. Ava is survived by her loving parents,
Kevin and Amy Davidson Blalock, Salt Lake City, Utah; grandparents, Lynn and
Rebecca Davidson, Salt Lake City, Utah, Robert and Jacilyn Blalock, Grand
Rapids, Michigan; along with great-grandparents, and many loving aunts,
uncles, and little cousins. Private family services will be held for Ava this
week. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be
sent via www.holbrookmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Blanford, Sharon K.
Sharon K. Blanford "Devoted Mother" Sharon Kimberly Eyring Blanford, 37,
passed away at home July 8, 2005. Sharon was born July 6, 1968, to Edward M.
and Marilyn M. Eyring. She graduated from Olympus High School and University
of Utah. Sharon married David Blanford; later divorced. Sharon was born with a
unique talent for the written word. Sharon's life was devoted to the care of
her daughter, Tristen. Sharon will be remembered for her love and compassion
for those less fortunate than herself. She will be missed by her nieces and
nephews whom she adored. Survived by her daughter, Tristen; parents; siblings,
Valerie and Paul La-Haye, David and Juli Eyring, Steven and Jill Eyring; and
her nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Tuesday July 12, 2005,
11 a.m. at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from
9:30-10:30 a.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Chesley, Wanda Shirley (Wager)
Wanda Shirley (Wager) Chesley 02/16/28 ~ 07/08/05 Wanda Chesley, age 77,
passed away July 8, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. She was born Feb. 16, 1928 in
Salt Lake City, Utah to Clarence W. and Wanda (Larsen) Wager. She graduated
from West High School. Wanda married Robert W. Chesley Feb. 23, 1946. Their
marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple Feb. 24, 1955. They later
divorced October 1964. Wanda married Donald Archer Daniels Sept. 13, 1965 in
Kansas City, Kansas; divorced Sept. 1969 in Phoenix, Arizona. Her name was
restored to Chesley. Wanda had four children, daughter, Terry (James) Chesley
Marks; and sons, Robert (deceased) (Juanita Goe-bel) Chesley, Lorin (deceased)
(Dianne Richardson) Chesley, Scott (Rhonda Hamilton) Chesley. She has 18
grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five sisters, Helen (Bill) Lund,
Louise (Glen) Foulk, Clarice (Floyd) Davis, Joyce (Tom) Hughes, Darlene (Joel)
Johnson. Wanda was an active member of the LDS Church and served an LDS
mission from 1986-87 in St. Louis, MO. She was employed for 13 years at the
Salt Lake Temple retiring in 1990. "Well, Mom" you made it to the top of the
mountain, regardless of the many obstacles in your path! We celebrate with
you, your graduation to a higher calling. Your children, grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, sisters, and friends loved you dearly. "You will be
missed, along with your humor." Services will be held Monday, July 11, 2005,
10 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 3401 Highland Drive. Family and
friends may call at the mortuary Sunday, July 10, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and one
hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
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Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Cripps, Keith
Keith Cripps 06/28/29 ~ 07/08/05 Keith Cripps, age 76, passed away July 8,
2005 in his own home in Cedar City, Utah. He was born June 28, 1929 in Cedar
City, Utah to Clarence Andy and Mabel Dover Cripps. He married Geraldine Ruth
Painter January 8, 1949 in Cedar City, Utah; later solemnized in the St.
George Temple. Together raised four children, Kendall, Debbie, Sandra, and
Karen. In his early years, he was active in sports and in the community. He
was president of the Chamber of Commerce and the Jaycees. He received the
Young Man of the Year Award in 1963 and was president of the Young Men's
Association. While he was president of the Chamber of Commerce, he was
instrumental in the establishment of the Chamber and information building
located on the City Park. Keith worked and later owned Keith's Westside
Grocery for more than 40 years. He loved working and helping people in our
community. Many people will remember him for his generosity and kindness. He
will always be remembered by the students who walked home from North
Elementary and stopped in for penny candy. All of his children and
grandchildren have special memories of going to the store after Sunday dinner
for a treat. Keith was a man of great integrity and expected the same of his
family and others. He is an example of hard work and service. He loved his
family and always made sure they were taken care of. The family would like to
thank the medical staff that aided in his care. Survivors include his wife,
Geraldine Cripps of Cedar City, Utah; children, Kendall (Judy) Cripps of Cedar
City, Debbie (Scott) Nelson of Cedar City, Sandra (Jay) Shepherd of Orem,
Utah, Karen (Kurt) Kupfer of Ogden, Utah; brothers, Gary (Helen) Cripps of
Magna, Richard (Verla) Cripps of Las Vegas, Nevada, Brent (Sharon) Cripps of
West Valley, Utah; sisters, Lois (Rex) Hulet of Cedar City, Cleone (Lavar)
Hirschi of Las Vegas, LaRue (Dee) Bleak of St. George, Utah; 11 grandchildren;
and seven great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents,
Clarence and Mabel Cripps; and his two brothers, Chester Cripps and Bruce
Cripps. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at the
Cedar 9th Ward Chapel located at 256 S. 900 W. Family and friends may call
Monday, July 11, 6-8 p.m. and again Tuesday, July 12, 9:30-10:30 a.m., both at
the Southern Utah Mortuary. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery.
Online condolences may be sent through our website at www.sumfamily.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Fuhriman, David Edwin
David Edwin Fuhriman "Grandpa Ed" David Edwin Fuhriman passed away July 10,
2005 in Salt Lake City. Ed was born December 2, 1913 to John D. and Margaret
Rice Fuhriman in Providence, Utah. He graduated from South Cache High School.
Ed married Belle Adams May 29, 1942. Their marriage was later solemnized in
the Salt Lake Temple. Ed loved the Lord and was valiant in his service to Him.
In all his callings he gave the best he had. He was a High Priest in the 21st
North Ward where he served in two bishoprics. He also served on the Emigration
Stake High Council under four stake presidents. In addition he was Elders
Quorum president, ward assistant High Priest Quorum Group Leader, stake Young
Men's president and was a faithful home teacher. Professionally he was known
as an honest and hard worker. He began his career at D&RG Railroad where he
served his apprenticeship as journeyman boiler maker. After World War II he
was employed by Eimco Corporation and retired from there after 30 years of
employment. Ed was preceded in death by his wife; a son, Russell; three
sisters; and four brothers. He is survived by three children, Margaret (Warren
"Butch) Latey, South Jordan, Claudia (Glen) Eliason, Ogden; and one son, David
H. (Karen) Fuhriman, Salt Lake City. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren;
and nine great-grandchildren. Ed loved working in his garden on the Avenues
where he shared his fruits, vegetables, and flowers with his family, friends,
and neighbors for many years. He was known and loved by many as a great friend
and neighbor. He was most proud of the titles "Dad" and "Grandpa," and was
loved and revered by those who called him such. Funeral services will be held
Wed-nesday, July 13, 2005, 11 a.m. at the 21st North Ward, 680 E. 2nd Ave.
Friends may call Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, and
from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the ward. Interment, Salt Lake
City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to LDS Church
Missionary Fund.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Fullmer, Myron Oscar "Mike"
Myron Oscar Fullmer "Mike" 1905 ~ 2005 Myron Oscar Fullmer, age 100, passed
away July 7, 2005 at his son's home. Myron was born April 24, 1905 in Hayden,
ID to Oscar and Lovina Fullmer. He was the oldest of 11 children and is
survived by brother, Melvin (Lois); and sister, Valerie Hill. He married Avis
Wall March 19, 1932. Marriage later solemnized in Salt Lake Temple. They had
two children, Jean Marie, and Neldon Oscar. He is survived by his son;
daughter-in-law, Sharron; eight grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and
four great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife,
daughter, son-in-law, and two grandsons. Funeral services will be held
Wed-nesday, July 13, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Murraydale Ward, 6300 S. 300 E.
Family and friends may visit from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the
church and also Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 S.
900 E. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Gardner, Betty Edna Beck
Betty Edna Beck Gardner 1923 ~ 2005 LAYTON - Betty Beck Gardner, 81, passed
away Saturday, July 9, 2005 at Apple Village Assisted Living Center, in
Layton, Utah of natural causes. Betty was born August 30, 1923 in Riverside,
CA to Clair Mathew Beck, Sr., and Mary Edna Clark. The family moved to Kansas
and then Jay, Florida where she graduated from high school. Mom met Norman
George Gardner in Pensacola, FL where she worked as a 'soda jerk'. Dad was
stationed at Eglin Field and fell for mom and her pineapple milkshakes
immediately. They were married April 1, 1945 in Pensacola. They moved to
Huntington, UT where they started their family, then moved to Farmington, UT
where she joined the LDS church and served many years in the Primary
organization and raised her five children. Mom and Dad were active in the
Farmington Jaycees organization where she served as president of the women's
auxiliary. Mom is survived by her sisters, Eleanor Green, Macon, GA; Doris
Braunhardt, Ft. Pierce, FL; and her children, Harry (Linda), Carol (Ray)
Rasmussen, Darlene (Norman) Robbins, Beckie (Steve) Dragon, and Gary. Mom and
Dad have 26 grandchildren, and 28 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her husband, Norman; and brothers, Claire, Jr., Donald and Harry. The
family will remember her love for swimming. She was a Red Cross swimming
instructor at the Lagoon Resort for many years. And also for her love of
acrobatics in the years she spent as a drum majorette for Jay High School.
Well, Mom, you finally made it after all the hardships and challenges placed
in your path. We celebrate with you, your graduation to a higher calling. Your
family and friends love you dearly and are grateful for our association with
you. You and your sweet spirit will be missed. A special thanks to the
wonderful staffs of the Apple Tree, Apple Village, and Hospice of Utah for
their tender loving care and friendships over the last fourteen years. Funeral
services will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2005, 11 a.m. at the LDS Rock
Chapel, 272 North Main, Farmington. Friends may call Tuesday at the
Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main, from 6-8 p.m., and Wednesday
from 9:45-10:45 at the church. Interment, Farmington City Cemetery. e-mail
condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Haun, Rodney David
Rodney David Haun 11/24/69 ~ 07/07/05 OGDEN - Rodney David Haun chose to take
his own life July 7, 2005, after a long struggle from a painful disease. He
was born November 24, 1969, in Ogden, Utah. Rodney is survived by his wife,
Andrea; two children, Taylor and Charlie. He is also survived by his mother,
Diane Turner Howell and Darwyn Howell. He was preceded in death by his father,
Larry Haun; and grandparents, Bruce and Doris Haun; and his maternal
grandmother, Grandma T (Mary Beth Turner). His beloved and devoted Aunt Margo
and Uncle Rick, who faithfully stayed by his side until the end, are much in
the hearts of his family. His grandfather, David Earl Turner, and many aunts
and uncles and cousins remember the many good years of fishing, boating,
tennis and sporting events which are wonderful family memories. Rodney was a
graduate of Ben Lomond High School where he lettered in golf, tennis, and
track and played many sports. All his life, he loved his many fishing trips to
Flaming Gorge where he enjoyed the company of his father and grandparents who
lived there each summer. In later years, he enjoyed his beautiful boat which
was the gathering place for many family outings. He was a successful
businessman who found great satisfaction in his business ventures. He started
a good plastics business in Salt Lake City with his uncle and then was eager
to have his own company which was beginning to show great success. Rodney was
a loving parent who cared deeply for his children. He monitored their school
progress and involved them in many sporting events. Rodney's greatest legacy
is his love for his family and their welfare. Life was a voyage and an
adventure for Rodney; it was an experience he valued, and a challenge he felt
eager to face. In later years, he faced a serious illness which consumed him.
He is deeply loved by his family and he will be missed by so many. The family
puts him in their hearts and minds and sends him on his way with all their
love and memories. The family will meet friends at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, July
13, 2005 at Lindquist' Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Funeral services
will be held at 3:00 p.m., at the mortuary, and interment will follow at the
Ogden City Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Heywood, Gertrude "Trudy"
Gertrude (Trudy) Heywood 1916 ~ 2005 Trudy Heywood, 89, of Logan, Ut., died
July 6, 2005 in Bountiful, following a brief illness. She was born February
15, 1916 in Littlefield, Mohave, AZ, to Joseph Frehner and Hulda Rozena Ence.
She was a graduate and class valedictorian of Dixie College. She was working
in Salt Lake City as a secretary for the U.S. Government when she met Benjamin
B. Heywood. They were married September 28, 1946 in Fredonia, AZ. She was an
active member of the LDS Church, serving in the Relief Society Presidency and
the Sunday School. Trudy was a volunteer worker for the Red Cross and American
Legion as Auxiliary President. She belonged to the Daughters of the Utah
Pioneers. She also spent countless hours in community service. She is survived
by a niece she raised as her daughter, JoAnn Baron, SLC; a sister-in-law, Mrs.
Kenna Frehner, Phoenix, AZ; and numerous nieces and nephews who fondly
remember Trudy for her constant love, devotion, and hospitality. She is
preceded in death by her husband; parents; step-mother, Myrtle Roebuck;
sisters, Lucille Baron, Ora Mae Olsen, Karma Sweet; brother, Arlan Frehner;
and step-brother, Jay Roebuck. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 12,
2005, 11 a.m. at Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary (295 No. Main, Bountiful,
Ut.). Friends may call at 10 a.m. prior to the services. Graveside services
will be held at 4 p.m. in the Logan City Cemetery, Logan, Utah. Online
guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Horiuchi, Tsotomu "Tube"
Tsutomu "Tube" Horiuchi 09/07/24 ~ 07/08/05 Our beloved father, grandfather,
brother and friend, Tsutomu "Tube" Horiuchi, passed away peacefully Friday
after a short illness in a Salt Lake City hospital; he was 80. We will sorely
miss our Dad and his incredible warmth and generosity as he makes his final
journey to be together again with Mom, whom he loved dearly for 60 years. And
we'll always cherish those times we had with him, the funny and daring stories
he shared, the family gatherings and most importantly, the moments he spent
with his precious grandchildren. Tube was born September 7, 1924, in Seattle
to Kaga and Kaneo (Komai) Horiuchi. He was a scrappy, mischievous kid living
on Jefferson Street and attending Franklin High School where he was a standout
tennis player. After World War II erupted in 1941, he and more than 120,000
other Japanese Americans were interned in relocation camps. He was held in the
Minidoka Relocation Center in south central Idaho before he decided to join
the Army to fight for his country. Tube was a part of the famed 442nd
Regimental Combat Team, where he fought in Europe and was twice wounded,
receiving two Purple Hearts. After the war, he returned home and moved to Salt
Lake City where he met the love of his life, May "Maizie" Hakata, whom he
married November 16, 1946. Since that time, Tube worked as a Las Vegas
blackjack dealer, a gourmet chef at the Ambassador Club as well as the Beau
Brummel restaurant. He also worked in food services for the University of
Utah, St. Mark's Hospital and the Salt Lake County Jail. But his proudest
accomplishment was becoming a Salt Lake County Sheriff's deputy, the first
Asian-American deputy in the department. He helped start the sheriff's reserve
program, volunteering one day a week for 15 years as a sworn officer before
becoming a full-time deputy. At the time, he was the oldest recruit to
graduate from the Utah Police Academy and later became a robbery-homicide
detective. He retired after 14 years. He coached little league baseball for
many years and loved golfing and bowling with his friends. He is preceded in
death by his wife, May; and sister, Chiyo, and her husband, Tom Morita. He is
survived by sons, Wayne (Cathy), Randy (Frances), Sherman, Vince (Kim);
brother, Masaru (Ruth); grandchildren, Angela (Greg) Yvkoff, Rylie, Madeline,
Ashley; numerous nieces and nephews. A private family gathering and burial
will be held Wednesday at Mountain View Cemetery. Family members also would
like to thank the personnel at Cottonwood Hospital, Promise Specialty Hospital
and Salt Lake Regional Medical Center for their care. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the American Lung Association of Utah, 1930 S. 1100
East, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2317
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

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.

McKee, Larry
Larry Mckee 01/12/54 ~ 07/09/05 LAPOINT, UINTAH COUNTY - Larry Dean McKee, age
51, passed away July 9, 2005, at Cottonwood Hospital from a sudden heart
attack. Born January 12, 1954, in Vernal to Reed Harvey and Thelma Mae Wooley
McKee. Married Deborah Jean Jessen August 18, 1973 in Altamont. Survived by
wife, Deborah; children, Kari Jean (Dusty) Morris, Gregory Dean (Maggie)
McKee, all of LaPoint; grandchildren, Kassidy Jean and Dylan Lee Morris, Kole
Dean McKee; mother, Thelma McKee, Roosevelt; brothers and sisters, Gaylon
(Eva-dean) McKee, Canada, Betty (Francis) Bowden, Texas, LaDonna (Gerald)
Bowden, Vernal, Glen (Marlene) Mc-Kee, Vernal, Arthur (Sandra) McKee,
Roosevelt, Arlo (Ruth Ann) McKee, Ogden, Edna (David) Wallace, Tri-dell, Terry
(Cay) McKee, California, Rita (Larry) Labrum, Roosevelt, Lennis McKee, Layton,
Jolene (Mike) Cozart, Roy, Rex (Joanne) McKee, Tridell, and Shayne (Bonnie)
McKee, Jensen. Preceded in death by father, Reed McKee; brother, David McKee;
and father-in-law, Dewey Jessen. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m.,
Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at the LaPoint LDS chapel. Friends and family may
call at the Hullinger Mortuary Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the Tridell Cemetery.
www.hullingermortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Merrill, LaWana Jensen
LaWana Jensen Merrill 03/30/29 ~ 07/09/05 After a protracted illness, LaWana
Jensen Merrill passed through the portal July 9, 2005 with the grace and
courage that characterized her life. LaWana was born March 30, 1929 in
Preston, Idaho to Charles 'Chuck' Jensen and Mena Mockli. In 1948 La-Wana
married David Kenneth Merrill of Preston, Idaho with whom she traveled life's
winding road for the next 56 years. In the 50s and the 60s she assumed the
challenges of an Air Force wife and mother of three new sons. Wherever she
made her home, from Texas to Utah to Arizona to Hawaii to Alabama, she made
many valued friends and embraced the diverse cultures that she encountered.
During the years of marriage, motherhood and service, she found time to
squeeze in college classes in mathematics and education which culminated in a
Master's Degree from the University of Alabama in 1968. Her new teaching
career started in rural Alabama, moved to Skyline High School and culminated
at Salt Lake Community College. She touched the lives of thousands of high
school and college students through her unselfish dedication. She received her
share of professional recognitions but none were greater than the appreciation
of her many students. As her grandchildren and great-grandchildren joined the
family, she took great pleasure and pride in their lives. She never took more
pleasure in shopping than when she was shopping for them. LaWana was preceded
in death by her parents, and two sisters. She is survived by her husband and
partner, Kenneth; by her three devoted sons, David (Pam), Douglas, and Travis;
by 11 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. The family would like to
acknowledge Dr. James Pearle who attended LaWana's illness with care and
respect. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at the
Kaysville Haight Creek Stake Center, 1520 Fox Pointe Dr. Friends may call
Monday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lind-quist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main,
and Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Kaysville City
Cemetery. Email family condolences to llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Nitz, Guenter
Guenter Nitz 1931 ~ 2005 Guenter Nitz passed away peacefully in his home at
the side of his loving wife, Gisela, July 9, 2005. Guenter was born on June
19, 1931 in Essen, Germany to Wilhelm Friedrich and Veronika Zdunnek Nitz.
Guenter served a full-time mission for the LDS Church in Hamburg, Germany, and
served his country faithfully in the US Armed Forces. He was loved by all who
met him. He always had a positive attitude, even when things weren't going
well. Guenter's greatest possession was his family. He did everything he could
for them. He was a great example of love and giving what he had. He always
made people laugh, even during his illness. Guenter is survived by his loving
wife of 47 years, Gisela; daughter, Diane Allen; son, Michael (Alison) Nitz;
nine grandchildren, whom he loved very much. They will miss their Opa. What a
great reunion it will be with him again. WE LOVE YOU, OPA! Funeral services
for Guenter will be held Wednesday July 13, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Parley's
5th Ward, 2615 East Stringham Ave. (2287 So.), where friends may call from
9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Schow, Lenore Little
Lenore Little Schow "Beloved Sister, Aunt, and Friend" Lenore Little Schow,
born January 13, 1924, died July 9, 2005 at home in Murray, Utah. She was the
daughter of Knowlton and Eva Hortt Little. She was raised and educated in
Kanab, Utah. During World War II she worked at Hill Field and Fort Douglas.
After the war she attended beauty school, then taught there. She owned her own
business and later worked with the Murray City Library. She married Elton Kim
Meryhew (deceased) in 1950. They lived in California and Hawaii while he was
in the Navy. She married Delbert Schow October 13, 1962 in the Manti Temple.
Del died 10 years ago and she has been on her own since then. They lived in
Murray their entire married lives. Lenore was an active member of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as Relief Society President,
was on the Stake Relief Society Board, taught in all organizations of the
church. She served with her husband, Del, in the LDS Branch in the Murray Care
Center where he was Branch President and she was Relief Society President.
Lenore was an artist who shared her talent with many people, especially the
disabled at the Work Activity Center where she taught art classes for many
years and made many friends. She volunteered at the Utah State Library for the
Disabled and Blind. She was a member of the Murray City Disability task force
and was Advocate of the Year in 1998 for the Rights of Citizens with
Disabilities. She was a former member of Union Lion's Club and Veterans of
Foreign War Auxiliary. Lenore and Del loved children and became the adopted
grandparents for the children of the neighborhood. Lenore is preceded in death
by her beloved husband, Delbert; an infant daughter; parents; and sister,
Marie Wilson. Survived by sister, Sandra L. Chatterley (Louis) of Orem; and
many beloved nieces and nephews who were very dear to her. Funeral services
will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2005, 11 a.m. at the LDS Brownstone Chapel,
6410 S. 725 E. Friends may call Tuesday, July 12 from 6:30-8 p.m. at
Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and at the church one hour prior
to services on Wednesday. Interment, Utah Veterans Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Sharp, Vonda L.
Vonda L. Sharp 07/26/31 ~ 07/09/05 Vonda L. Sharp, 73, passed away suddenly
July 9, 2005 at her home. She was born July 26, 1931 in Provo, UT to Claude
and Bertha Larson. On September 14, 1951 she married Keith P. Sharp in the
Logan LDS Temple. Vonda was a devoted mother of two, Rhonda (Jim) Jensen of
West Valley City, and Leo (Betty Jo) Sharp of Payson. She was a grandmother of
nine and a great-grandmother of six. Vonda was preceded in death by her
husband, Keith; her parents; and siblings. She served faithfully in numerous
church callings. Vonda uplifted many with her thoughtful and loving nature.
Those who knew her were touched by her sweet spirit and kindness. All who knew
Vonda loved her, and will miss her deeply. Funeral services will be held, 11
a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at the Midvalley 6th Ward, 1106 E. 8055 S. in
Sandy. Family and friends may visit Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Memorial
Mortuary, 5850 S. 900 E. in Murray, and also an hour prior to services at the
church Wednesday.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Smith, Dallas Gene
Dallas Gene Smith 1936 ~ 2005 Dallas Smith passed away July 9, 2005 in Salt
Lake City after a long battle with lung cancer as a result of working in the
uranium mines as a young man. He was born April 6, 1936 in Fort Duchesne, Utah
to Brigham Manhart Smith and Eva Elizabeth Singleton. His family moved to
Wellington, Utah when he was a baby, where he spent his early years. After
completing 9th grade at Wellington Jr. High School he set out to see the
world. He joined the Army in February 1954 and served until January 1957. The
last two years of his service in the Army he was stationed in Gessen, Germany.
He married Lara Lu Franklin in Wellington, Utah May 11, 1963. Upon making
their home in Salt Lake City they raised seven children, six of their own and
his brother's son, Rane. He was a devoted, loving husband and father who was a
wonderful example to his family and friends and served them whole-heartedly.
His membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints inspired him
to do his family history for over forty years and traced his ancestry for many
generations. He is survived by his wife, Lara Lu Smith; his children, Michale
(Cherie) Smith, American Fork, Utah; Rane (Alison) Smith, Salt Lake City,
Utah; Keith (Marlene) Smith, Las Vegas, Nevada; David (Kami) Smith, Farr West,
Utah; Kristine (Ryan) Marriott, Farmington, Utah; Steven Smith, Salt Lake
City, Utah; seventeen grandchildren; his sister, Elma Preston, East Carbon,
Utah; and his brothers, Sheldon Smith, Salt Lake City, Utah; and Wayne Smith,
Las Vegas, Nevada. He was preceded in death by his son, Allen; his parents;
one brother; and two sisters. He will be greatly missed by his family and all
those who knew him. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at
the Cannon Stake Center Chapel, 934 W. Fremont Ave. Salt Lake City, Utah.
Family and friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Redwood
Memorial Mortuary, 6500 Redwood Road, West Jordan, and from 10-10:45 a.m.
prior to the services at the church on Wednesday. Interment, will be at the
Redwood Memorial Estates. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
donations be made to Cameron Birch at any Zion's Bank. Cameron is a dear
friend of the family who is also battling cancer.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Urry, Ada Marilyn
Ada Marilyn Urry 1931 ~ 2005 Ada Marilyn Bernards Urry passed away Thursday,
July 7, 2005 after a courageous fight with cancer and other complications.
Born March 3,1931, Salt Lake City, Utah to T. Martin Bernards and Ada Hepworth
Bernards. Marilyn attended Granite High School where she accompanied the
Concert Choir. Her musical talent lead her to many many years of teaching
friends and neighbors the skill of playing the piano. Her piano
accomplishments kept her in a perpetual position as Ward Organists and her
optimum joy was serving as Primary pianist. An active life-long member of the
LDS Church were she served wherever asked. She recently served an LDS mission
to Samara, Russia and the Family History Library in Salt Lake. Genealogy was
her passion and she spent endless hours pursuing her ancestors. She also
served as Temple Organist at the Jordan River Temple. Marilyn will be
remembered as a compassionate, giving, fun mother and grandma. When her
husband was alive they spent time in the enjoyment of golfing, traveling and
numerous other family activities. Married Eugene Stanley Urry, Sr., July 9,
1951 in the Salt Lake Temple. Survived by her four children, Leslie M., Eugene
Stanley Jr. (Cindy), Roger Martin (Terri), and Charlene Marie (Ken) Roesbery;
14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three sisters, Virginia (Ginger)
Heugley, Rebecca (Becky) Evans,and Nancy Fallows. She was preceded in death by
her husband, Eugene Stanley Urry, Sr.; and her parents, T. Martin, and Ada
Bernards. Funeral services, Tuesday, July 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at the West Valley
Third Ward, 2820 W. Lehman Avenue (3590 S.) West Valley, Utah. Family and
friends may call Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East
South Temple, and Tuesday at the ward house one hour prior to services.
Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 7/10/2005 - 7/11/2005.

Wiss Sr., Michael Lee
Michael Lee Wiss, Sr. "Fuzzy Face" Our beloved husband, dad and grandfather
passed away unexpectedly July 8, 2005 in Salt Lake City surrounded by his
loving family. He was born May 16, 1946 to Arvid and Gean Wiss in Minnesota.
Married LeiLani Kemp November 9, 1965 in Salt Lake. He served in the U.S. Navy
during the Vietnam war. Owner and operator of "No Name Truck-N" for 14 years.
He enjoyed restoring old cars, watching NASCAR and was a big Dale Earnhardt
fan. Survived by his wife, LeiLani; sons, Michael Jr., Randy, Jeff (Deborah)
Wiss; daughter, Michelle (Kipp) Jamison; grandchildren, Jared, Amber, Ricky,
Codie, Sierra, Dallas, and Colton; brother, John Wiss; and sister, Vivian
Mirowski; nieces and nephews, Carmella, Rita, Marriane, Steve, Mark, Gean,
Stanley, Shawn, Gerard, Joe, Faith, Hope, Charity and Pat. He was preceded in
death by two sisters, Donna Malcolm and Ann Wiss. He was deeply loved and will
be greatly missed. We know that Mike is now with his Heavenly Father. We are
grateful for all of the loving care given to our family by the CCU unit of LDS
hospital. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 14, 2005, 12 noon at
the Jordan 1st ward, 4165 south 3920 west. Family and friends may visit on
Wednesday, July 13 from the hours of 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330
South Redwood Road, and one hour prior to services at the church. Interment
will be at the Utah Veterans Memorial park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.

Zupan Jr., George
George Zupan Jr. 1926 ~ 2005 George Zupan Jr., 78, passed away at home in
Sandy, Utah July 9, 2005 of natural causes. He rejoined the love of his life
of 50 years, Thelma. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great
grandfather. He was born November 1, 1926 to George and Filka Butkovich Zupan
in Sandy, Utah. He served honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II.
George worked for Utah Power and Light for 32 years. He retired in 1983. He
loved to work on the farm and loved old farm machinery. He married Thelma M.
Holm October 31, 1949. Together they had three daughters and one son. He
devoted all of his retired life to his family and friends. If any thing needed
fixing-"Call for George!", and everyone he met liked him. He is survived by
daughters, Linda (Glen) Roderick, Charlene Halligan, Connie (Tom) Nunley, all
Sandy; son, George C. (Teresa) Zupan, South Jordan; son by choice, Mike
(Michelle) Radivoyevich, Midvale; grandchildren, Marie (Ryan), Glen (Kim),
Joe, Jenny, Jake, Julie (Brandon), Scott, Michael, Colton; great
grandchildren, Dakota, Dyllan, Jordan, McKenzie, Tristan; sister, Katherine
Coleman; brother, Steve Zupan; sister-in-law, Evelyn Holm, Doris Zupan, Joyce
Zupan, Charlotte Zupan; brother-in-law, Al Simonich; also many loved nieces
and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, Thelma; parents; brothers, Nick,
Jack, Dan, Joe; sister, Mary; sisters-in-law, Ann, Lucille, Gina;
brother-in-law, Don. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2005,
at 11:00 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary 8090 So. State where friends may call
Tuesday 6-8 p.m. or Wednesday one hour prior to services. Interment, Sandy
City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/11/2005.