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Barnes, Mable May Wilson
Mable May Wilson Barnes 1936 ~ 2005 Our dear wife, mother, grandmother passed
away March 20, 2005 at home with her loved ones by her side. Born on April 26,
1936 in Rutland, PA to James Henry and Winifred Wilma West Wilson. Married
Robert Barnes on Sept. 20, 1971. She is survived by her husband and children
Shirley Barnes of Magna, UT; David (Jammie) Barnes of Magna, UT; Debbie Barnes
of Ogden, UT; Vivian (David) Hardman of Murray, UT; Robert Barnes Jr. of
Layton, UT; Linda (Leo) Overduynn of Heber, UT; Steve (Tammy) Barnes of
Layton, UT; Peggy (James) Larsen of Vernal, UT. Preceded in death by her
parents and daughter Linda Lee. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday 12:00
noon at the Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary 372 E. 100 So. Friends may call
from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500
South. A special thanks to June Giles for all you did for mom and dad.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Boyter, Scott S.
Scott S. Boyter 1924 ~ 2005 AUSTIN, UTAH - Scott Stapley Boyter, 80, died
March 22, 2005 at his home in Austin. Born, May 8, 1924 in Beaver to Alexander
and Emmaline Stapley Boyter. Married, Genivive "Jenny" Roberts on May 25, 1951
in Las Vegas, Nevada, later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple, March 26,
1964. Survivors: wife, Jenny; children, Don Boyter, Nola Jean Tong, Robert
(Cathy) Boyter, Shirley Faye Christensen, Alex Scott (Stacy) Boyter, Brad
Boyter; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; step-mother, Grace Boyter;
sisters-in-law, Joyce Boyter, Colleen Boyter, Sharon Boyter. He is preceded in
death by his parents; four brothers, Eldon, Jay, Carl and Alex; granddaughter,
Angela Jean Christensen; great-grandson, Jared Carl Jolley. Funeral services,
Friday, March 25, 2005, 11:00 a.m. Monroe 4th LDS Ward Chapel, 49 E. 200 N.
Viewing, Magleby Mortuary, 50 S. 100 W., Richfield, Thurs. 6-8 p.m. and at the
ward chapel in Monroe Friday from 9:30-1:30 a.m. Burial, Monroe City Cemetery.
Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Butterfield, Bonnie Arlene
Bonnie Arlene Butterfield 1952 ~ 2005 Bonnie Arlene Butterfield, age 52,
passed away March 19, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bonnie was born June 24,
1952 in Richfield, Utah to James Fulton and Gloria Barney. She married Rodney
Kay Butterfield on October 25, 1997. Bonnie is survived by her loving husband,
Rodney; children, Stacey Mortensen, Jennifer and Rodney Butterfield; mother,
Gloria Keller; sister, Marie (Bob) Freudenberger; brother, Lowell Fulton; four
granddaughters and one great-grand-daughter. She is preceded in death by her
father, James Fulton and brother, Melvin Fulton. Funeral Services will be held
Friday, March 25, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Cannon 5th Ward, 1250 W. 1400 S.
The family will receive friends at a viewing Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at
Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 W. 4100 S., and from 10:45 a.m. until 11:45
a.m. Friday prior to the service at the Ward. Interment: Valley View Memorial
Park. Love You Mom, Miss You, Until We Meet Again!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Cade, William "Bill"
William "Bill" Cade 1923 ~ 2005 William "Bill" Cade, son of Oscar and Olive
Cade, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather,
passed away March 21, 2005. William was born in Walnut, Iowa on September 7,
1923. He married Ivy Elizabeth Barratt in January 1946. She preceded him in
death. Bill married Annie Smith Seegmiller in July, 1968 and they have shared
36 years of marriage. Bill served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and
also as a dedicated police officer with the Salt Lake City Police Department
for 28 years. Bill enjoyed his family and friends who knew him affectionately
as "Wild Bill" or "Willie". He is survived by his wife Annie, sister Bette
Griffith of Walnut, Iowa, son Scott of California, step-children: JoAnn
Reiser, J. Richard Seegmiller, Judy Jacobson and John C. Seegmiller; and
numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, March 24, 2005, 1:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple.
A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment Salt Lake City
Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/22/2005 - 3/23/2005.

Cook, Robert "Bob"
Robert "Bob" Cook 1942 ~ 2005 The kind, gentle and loving spirit of Robert
"Bob" Cook went to be with God on March 22, 2005 to find the best fishing
holes and golf courses in heaven so that when his loving wife Kathie Lingo
Cook, someday joins him, they can play together once again. Those celebrating
Bob's life are his daughters; Kimberlee Brown (John), Wendi Sorensen (Helen),
Kristina Cook (Kevi), Christine Jackan (Jeffrey), and his son, Todd Kramer.
Bob is loved and treasured by his mother, Alice Brooks and his four brothers:
Gerald, George (Betty), Doug (Linda), and Rex (Chyrrel), and his sister-in-law
and friend: Bobbie Empey. His beloved grandchildren: Karissa, Reily, Parker,
Gabriella, Stuart Charles, Jamie, Makayla, and Madison will miss their grandpa
and will hold him in a special place in their hearts. His many nieces and
nephews will miss their fishing buddy. Bob was carried to heaven in the arms
of his deceased dad, Milton "Mick" Cook. The celebration of his life will be
on Friday, March 25, 2005, 2:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S.
Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah. The family will receive friends Thursday
evening from 6-8 p.m. and Friday afternoon from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. at
Wasatch Lawn. Bob will be laid to rest at Camp Williams Cemetery following the
service. Thank you to Trish Empey for the beautiful picture of Bob.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/23/2005 - 3/24/2005.

Cunningham, James Max
James Max Cunningham Always Remembered James Max Cunningham, age 74, passed
away March 19, 2005 in Salt Lake City, UT. Born May 9, 1930 in Cocomo, CO to
Ralph and Lela Kelley Cunningham. He married Kay Lois Lutz, July 28th, 1966 in
Cheyenne, WY. Max was a master juke box mechanic extraordinaire, and will be
deeply missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Kay; children:
Jim, Vicki, Marc, Mike, Sonja, Colleen and Scot; also Dan Maire and Tim
Cunningham; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.
Preceded in death by two children: Linda and Lonie. Memorial Services will be
held Saturday, March 26th, 12 noon, at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South
Redwood Road. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Max's name to the
Moran Eye Center, Attn: Eve, 50 North Medical Drive, 5th Floor, Salt Lake
City, Utah 84132.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Davenport, Iris Myrtle
Iris Myrtle Davenport Together For Eternity Iris Myrtle Hughes Parsons
Davenport, born July 27, 1925 in Oakdale, Monmouthshire, U.K., returned to her
Father in Heaven, as well as her lifetime sweetheart and eternal partner,
Bert, on March 21, 2005. Married James Burris Davenport III November 29, 1945;
later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple October, 1957. She was a vibrant,
caring, loving mother, sister, friend and companion. She enjoyed traveling,
reading, making beautiful gifts with her hands and loved the Utah Jazz. She
was an active member of the LDS Church where she loved serving in the Jordan
River Temple with her husband. Survived by daughters: Judy D. Brown, Rhonda M.
(Craig) Williams; son, Ronald V. (Carrie) Davenport; foster daughters, Julie
Ryan and LaRae Hopkins; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters:
Alfreda and Mary, Perth, Australia and Shirley, South Wales, U.K.; longtime,
dear friend, Paul Jorgensen. Preceded in death by husband, James B. Davenport
III "Bert"; son, James B. Davenport IV "Jimmy". Funeral service will be held
Thursday, 12:00 noon at the Kearns 7th Ward, 4270 West 5700 South. A viewing
will be held Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood
Road and Thurs. at the church, 11-11:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial
Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Diamant, Mary Kannes
Mary Kannes Diamant 1922 ~ 2005 Our beloved, mother, grandmother (Yia Yia),
sister, aunt (Mimi), Mary K. Diamant passed away peacefully Saturday, March
19, 2005. Mary was born on November 25, 1922 to Tom and Helen Kannes. The
oldest of five children, Mary spent her childhood in Bingham Canyon, Utah.
Graduated from East High School in 1940 and attended Henager's Business
College. She married Alke T. Diamant on July 16, 1944. They had one daughter,
Emma Lynne. Mary was active in her church and the Greek community. Member of
the Greek Orthodox Church & Choir, Member of the Utah State Bar Auxiliary,
President of Rowland Hall St. Mark's Home and School Association, Lifetime
devoted member of Philoptochos, President of Philoptochos 4th District of the
Denver Diocese Philoptochos, President of the Mother's Club, Member Mother's
Club, Member of the Denver Diocesan Council for the Greek Orthodox Church,
Member of the National Board of Philoptochos which she was made a lifetime
member by Archbishop Iakovox, Served in many capacities on the Parish Council
for the Greek Orthodox Church of Salt Lake. She was the first woman president
of the Parish Council. Member of Athanasios Diakos, Daughters of Penelope,
Ladies Arcadian Society, Hellenic Woman and a Trustee of the Hellenic Cultural
Association. Mary was awarded the Medal of St. Paul by his Eminence Archbishop
Iakovos. This is the highest award presented to a lay person of the church by
his Holiness Patriarch Demetrios. Survived by daughter, Emma Lynne D. Chacon,
son in law Al Chacon, granddaughter Megan Chacon, grandson, Adam Chacon,
sisters Toula Leventis, Sophie Comas, many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Preceded in death by her husband, Alke T. Diamant, parents, sister Joann
Peterson, brother Deno Kannes. Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, March
23rd at 11:00 a.m., Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 279 South 300 West,
SLC. A Viewing will be Tuesday, March 22, 2005 from 6 - 8:00 p.m. with a
Trisiagon Service at 7:30 p.m. at Deseret Mortuary, 36 East 700 South.
Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions
to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral or the Hellenic Cultural
Association. "May Her Memory Be Eternal"
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/22/2005 - 3/23/2005.

Dodge, Fern Reid
Fern Reid Dodge 1918 ~ 2005 Fern LaRue Frost Reid Dodge, age 86, passed away
March 22, 2005 in Taylorsville, Utah. Born October 24, 1918 in Salt Lake City,
Utah, daughter of Henry Lester and Sarah Carmelia Jorgensen Frost. Married
Charles E. Reid November 10, 1936; he preceded her in death. Married James
Keith Dodge February 19, 1980; he preceded her in death. Fern was a great
influence to her brothers and sisters when their mother died when they were
all very young. She loved to sing and be active in the choirs. Her love was
centered in her husband and daughter. Survived by sister, Betty Park; nieces
and nephews: Bonnie (Pat) Powell, Lester (Pam) Park, Terry (Sandy) Park,
Robert (Susan) Park; sister-in-law, Delores Frost. Preceded in death by
daughter, Marsha Lynn Reid; brothers: Wilson, Don, Darrell Frost;
brother-in-law, Max Park. The family would like to extend a special
appreciation to Hospice and Heritage Bennion Care Center for their care of
Fern. Funeral service will be held Thurs., 1:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home,
4330 S. Redwood Rd where a viewing will be held Thurs., one hour prior to
service. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Eskelson, Lorene D.
Lorene D Eskelson 1922 ~ 2005 ~ Sister, dear sister ~ 'Renie' passed quietly
in the company of her family and friends incident to Alzheimer's disease on 21
March, 2005. She was the first-born to Cleamond Eskelson and Elizabeth Jane
Durrant on 7 August, 1922 in American Fork, Utah. 'Renie' grew to be a much
loved and wonderful woman, sister and friend. In her teens, she played
softball with the 'Shamrocks' professional softball team. She was the first
woman from Utah to enlist in the USMC during World War II. On completion of
basic training, she was stationed in San Francisco and assigned to drive
ambulance to transport the wounded men and women from the ships to the
hospitals. After the war, she operated a bar before returning to Utah and
higher education at the U of U where she earned her Masters of Psychology
degree. She became a teacher, counselor and friend to many students ("her
kids") at Skyline High. She treated everyone equally and helped many students
graduate by using her counseling skills. She loved and missed them after
retiring in 1984 after 29 years service having suffered a minor stroke. She
was an accomplished, award-winning photographer, and artist. Her hobbies took
her to the great outdoors: traveling, camping, fishing and hunting. She was a
fisher and hunter who had several trophies to her credit. She was preceded in
death by her parents, and is survived by her brother Dr. Cleamond (Lorene)
Eskelson of Gilbert, AZ, her sister Ina Pendleton-Felts (Mel) of Magna, UT and
a nephew, three nieces, many grand-nephews, grand-nieces, and many, many
friends. The family is very appreciative of, and wishes especially to thank
the staffs of Garden Terrace, Silverado Senior Living Aspen Park, and Hearts
for Hospice for their unfailing loving care and kind concern for Renie over
the past several years. She loved you all, as do we. A viewing will be held at
Peel Funeral Home, 8525 W. 2700 S, Magna, UT on Thursday, 24 March from 6 to 8
p.m. As per Renie's wishes, she will be laid to rest with a simple ceremony
near her parents in American Fork City Cemetery, 600 North 100 East at 1 p.m.
Friday, 25 March. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations are made to
the Alzheimer's Association of Utah. Condolences can be sent by visiting
www.peelfuneralhome.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Hoopes, Terry
Terry Hoopes 1941 ~ 2005 Terry Hoopes, beloved son, father, brother, and
friend passed away Sunday, March 20, 2005. Born August 17, 1941 in Laramie,
Wyoming to Elaine and Lavere Hoopes. Survived by his mother Elaine, daughter
Cynthia, and siblings. He was a fun-loving, hard-working, successful
businessman who lived life to its fullest, riding his Harley and driving his
huge boat. He fought very bravely with pancreatic cancer and died with
dignity. Rather than mourn his death, he wanted us to celebrate his life. He
has brought joy to every life he touched. Viewing will be held at Cannon
Mortuary, 2460 Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.) on Thursday 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be sent to the Terry L. Hoopes Family Trust at First Utah Bank
at 3826 S. 2300 E., Salt Lake City, Utah 84109 272-9454.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Kolovich Jr., Michael
Michael Kolovich, Jr. 1928 ~ 2005 Michael Kolovich Jr., age 76, of Salt Lake
City, Utah, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2005. Mike was born on April 24,
1928 in Hiwatha, Utah to Michael Kolovich Sr. and Julia Svilar Kolovich. He
married Phyllis Worthen on April 18, 1957 in Price, Utah; marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He is survived by his children, Julia,
Karen, Kent (Leslie) Kolovich; granddaughters Maddie and Olivia Kolovich;
brother Eli Kolovich and sister Jennie Colosimo. Preceded in death by his wife
Phyllis, sisters Mary and Millie, brothers Joe and Jim. Member of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mike served in the United States Army.
Mike was employed by and later retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Mike's
passions in life were his family, gardening, nature, supporting the interests
of his children and grandchildren. Mike loved people. Mike served as an
interpreter for the U.S. Special Olympics. The family wishes to thank Dr.
Thomas Caine and University of Utah Hospital/Clinic staffs; also Blake Moss
and the staffs at First Choice Home Healthcare, and the staffs at Highland
Care Center. Funeral services for Mike will be held on Thursday March 24, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. at the Kenwood Ward, 3080 South 1765 East. Friends may call on
Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251
South 2300 East, and again at the church on Thursday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45
a.m. prior to the services. Interment: Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Condolences
may be sent to the family at www.holbrookmortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/22/2005 - 3/23/2005.

Leany, Jonathan and Holly
Jonathan and Holly Leany Will Be Missed Jonathan and Holly Leany passed away
in a tragic accident on March 17, 2005. Our families have been devastated by
this great tragedy. Holly was born June 4, 1986 to Katherine Bytendorp and
Craig Bytendorp. Holly was a bubbly, vibrant, young woman who had a zest for
life. She was a friend to everyone, never wanting anyone to be left out.
Jonathan was born October 2, 1983 to Terry and Nora Leany. Jonathan was a very
special child, fun loving and a pillar to both our families. Holly found the
love of her life in Jonathan. They were happily married on July 7, 2004. She
had the wedding of her dreams and moved to Nebraska to begin her life with
Jonathan. They both loved children and children loved them. They were looking
forward to building a home in Nebraska and having a family together. Holly is
survived by parents; sisters, Jamie, Karrie, Katie; brothers, Troy, Taylor,
and Jason who preceded her in death. Jonathan is survived by parents;
siblings, Terry Francis (Mariela), Jesse Niel (Gabriela), Kerry Lance (Josie),
Nora Lynette (Luis) Lopez, Terah Lee (Jose Luis) Quintana, Keisha Marie
(Nicolas) Johnson, Theron Joel who passed away at age five, Bryson Edward,
Kendrick Luis, Kaisa Nicole. Holly and Jonathan will be greatly missed by
their family and friends. The families wish to thank the people and
authorities of Nebraska for their concern and care during this difficult time.
Funeral will be at Mountain View Memorial, 3115 East 7800 South, Salt Lake
City at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 23, 2005. Friends and family will gather
at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Mexico.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Lowder, Blanche
Blanche Lowder 1918 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt,
Blanche Caldwell Lowder, passed away on March 21, 2005. She was born January
26, 1918 to Earl and Ila Jorgensen Caldwell of Centerfield, Utah. She married
DeVere Poulsen and later, Wilford Lowder. She is survived by her children,
Darrell Poulsen and Anna (Ron) Ellison; 13 grandchildren and many great-
grandchildren; sisters, Beulah Montague and Sylvia Sheppard. She was preceded
in death by two sons, Eugene and Grant Poulsen; her husband; parents; and
three brothers, Edwin, Floyd, and Don Caldwell. Funeral services will be held
Friday, March 25, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Goff Mortuary Chapel, 8090 So.
State St. The family will receive friends at a viewing Thursday, March 24,
from 6-8 p.m. and Friday one hour prior to services. Interment, Springville
Evergreen Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

McKay, Charles Ray
Charles Ray McKay 1932 ~ 2005 SANTAQUIN- Charles Ray McKay, age 72, passed
away Monday, March 21, 2005 at the Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Sacramento, CA,
where he had been admitted the previous Thursday. He was attended by
physicians and nurses and watched over with loving care by his two daughters.
Born June 28, 1932 in Santaquin, Utah, he was the son of Charles Albert and
LaVon A. Peterson McKay. He worked in his family grocery store where he first
learned meat cutting. He was educated in schools there and graduated from
Payson Sr. High School in 1950. Nine months later he enlisted in the U.S. Air
Force. After basic training he was assigned to Mather AFB in Sacramento. In
Sacramento, he met his future wife, the former Jeannine Lyman, whom he married
June 7, 1952. To this union, four children were born: Deborah Ann, Rebecca
Lee, David O., and Michael Jay McKay; later divorced. After his discharge from
the Air Force, he spent 35 years working as a meat cutter, the trade he
learned from his father. In 1987 he retired from the commissary at McClellan
AFB. Three children survive him: Deborah (Scott) Cole, Orangevale, CA; Rebecca
(James) Franco, Woodside, CA; David O. McKay, Sacramento, CA; eight
grandchildren and five great grandchildren; a brother, Ted A. McKay of Brigham
City, Utah. His son, Michael, his parents, two brothers, Richard Glen and
David O. McKay preceded him in death. At a future date, his remains will be
interred in the Santaquin City Cemetery at which time friends and family will
unite to celebrate his life and legacy.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Middlesworth, Maurice Allen
Maurice Allen Middlesworth 1919 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother and
friend, Maurice Middlesworth died at her home on Sunday, March 20, 2005,
surrounded by her loved ones. Maurice was born December 24, 1919, in
Wallsburg, Utah, to Leone Ford and James Lewis Allen. She married Glenn
Stewart Middlesworth on March 27, 1948, in Berkeley, California. They were
later divorced. She is survived by two sisters: Helen and Evelyn; and three
children: Scott Allen Middlesworth, Holly (Leo) Simeon, and Maurice (Bob)
Erickson. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Mindy, Jennifer and Jeremy
Middlesworth, Crest, Holly and Andrin Simeon, Bobby, Ryan Heather and Christie
Erickson; two great-grand-children: Kaelin and Michael Cummings. We love and
miss her dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Jim
Allen of Wallsburg, Utah. Funeral services will be held Thurs., March 24,
2005, 1:00 p.m. in the Heber North LDS Stake Center, 500 N. 550 E., Heber
City. Friends may call on Thursday from 11:45-12:45 p.m. prior to the services
in the LDS Church. Interment will be in the Heber City Cemetery. Arrangements
are in the care of Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, Heber City. Thank you Mom, for a
lifetime of love and hard work!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Moore, Jane B.
Jane B. Moore "1932 ~ 2005" Jane B. Moore, 72, passed away Mar. 21, 2005.
Married Eulius (Ray) Moore Nov. 3, 1952. Jane belonged to numerous charity
organizations, volunteering selflessly her time, enjoying time with family and
friends. She will be missed by many friends and family. Survived by five
children: Clark (Carol), Curtis (Betty), Stewart (Sue), Melanie (Richard)
Mimms, and Alan (Toni); seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; four
brothers. Preceded in death by her husband, Ray and four sisters. A viewing
will be held Thurs. evening for family and close friends. Memorial services
will be held Fri. Mar. 25, 2005, 12:00 noon at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 S.
1950 E. Interment immediately following services.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Palmateer, Colleen S.
Colleen S. Palmateer 1929 ~ 2005 Colleen Sprecher Palmateer, 75, of Las Vegas,
Nevada, died March 20, 2005. She was born June 2, 1929 to Dick and Alida
Breinholt Liddiard of Redmond. She married John W. Sprecher, he preceded her
in death. She married Robert Andre Palmateer, also survived by one brother and
one sister; nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held in the
Redmond Utah Cemetery. Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Payne, Sergeant Rocky Dennis
Sergeant Rocky Dennis Payne 1978 ~ 2005 HOWELL - Sergeant Rocky Dennis Payne,
26, was killed while serving his country in Iraq on March 16, 2005. He was
born on May 19, 1978 in Brigham City, Utah to Dennis William and Percilla
Marie Abbott Payne. Rocky was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints in the Howell Ward. He served a stake mission, was a
seminary graduate, an Eagle Scout and received his GED. He excelled in playing
the piano and played by ear. He was mechanical, especially in auto mechanics
and electronics. Rocky loved animals and was drawn to children of all ages. He
is known for being a practical joker. Rocky served in the Marine Corps for
four and a half years. While in the Marines he served humanitarian missions in
Africa, Yemen, Australia, Philippines and was involved in the initial assault
on Baghdad. Rocky was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps and then he
re-enlisted in the Army and was sent to Iraq in June of 2004. At the time of
his death, he was serving with the 497th Transportation Company out of Ft.
Lewis, WA supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom in Baghdad, Iraq. He was
posthumously awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal. Survivors are
his parents; four brothers: Randall William (Cindy) of Tremonton, Utah; Rory
D. (Lisa) of Sandy, Utah; Ricky Gene (Janalee) and Russell Warren (Marcy) both
of Clinton, Utah; one grandmother, Percilla Abbott of Malad; and he was the
favorite uncle of four nieces and seven nephews. He was preceded in death by
his grandparents, John Lawrence and Verda Louise Whitaker Payne and Jacob
Clifford Abbott. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 25, 2005 at
the Garland Tabernacle located at 140 West Factory Street, Garland, Utah at
11:00 a.m. Family and friends may call on Thursday evening, March 24, 2005
starting at 6:00 p.m. and also on Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the
Garland Tabernacle. Interment will be held at the Howell Cemetery. While Rocky
was eligible to be buried in the Arlington National Cemetery his family's wish
was to bring him home to be buried in Howell with full military honors
provided by the Utah Army National Guard. On-line condolences may be expressed
at www.rogersandtaylor.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Pitcher, Lois Hansen
Lois Hansen Pitcher 1919 ~ 2005 Our loving mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and sister, Lois Hansen Pitcher, age 85, passed away March
21, 2005 at her home in Smithfield, Utah, following an extended illness. She
was surrounded by her loving family and friends at the time. Lois was born
April 13, 1919 in Logan, Utah, to Leland Hyrum and Rozella Green Hansen. She
met Darrell Merrill Pitcher in 1938 and soon discovered he was also born April
13, 1919. They dated and fell in loved and decided they should be married in
the Logan LDS Temple on April 13, 1939. She and her husband, Darrell, built a
service station and auto repair business in Smithfield which they operated
until 1984 when Darrell retired. They remained close and loving companions for
57 years until his death in 1996. Lois graduated from Logan High School in
1937 and worked various retail positions until her marriage. She was involved
in many civic organizations including Smithfield Civic Club, Smithfield
Literary Club and a member of the Logan Golf & Country Club, Bloomington Gold
& Country Club and Birch Creek Golf Club. For the last nine years she also
served as a Volunteer at Logan Regional Hospital. She was an active member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings in
the Primary and Relief Society organizations. Her hobbies included crocheting,
sewing, gardening, golf, watching baseball, and basketball but, most of all
she was an avid USU and Utah Jazz fan. She is survived by two sons, Jed H.
Pitcher and wife MerLynn of Bountiful; D. Clair Pitcher and wife Jeanette of
Eugene, Oregon; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother Bernell
Hansen and wife Joy; and sister Donna Richardson all of Logan. She is preceded
in death by her husband, parents, sister Vera Nielsen and two brothers Melvin
and Warren. She will be remembered as a loving and considerate parent,
grandparent, and neighbor. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 25,
2005 at 12:00 noon at Nelson Funeral Home, 162 E. 400 N. Logan, Utah. Friends
may call Thursday, March 24, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home and from
10:30- 11:30 a.m. prior to services on Friday. Interment will be in the
Smithfield City Cemetery. Condolences may be extended online at
www.nelsonfuneralhome.com. The family would like to express gratitude and
appreciation for the love and care Lois received from Alpine Home Health Care
and Hospice; Dr. Ali Ben-Jacob and staff and special thanks to Nicole Denoyer
for her many hours of faithful care-giving.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Ricketts, Milton W.
Milton W. Ricketts 1933 ~ 2005 SOUTH OGDEN - Milton William Ricketts, 71, died
Friday, March 18, 2005 at the Veterans Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was born
May 11, 1933 in Hiawatha, Utah, a son of Emory W. and Flora Warren Ricketts.
Milton married Toni Godwin on January 20, 1990 in Ogden. He was reared and
educated in Hiawatha and lived most of his life in the Ogden area. He received
his B.S. degree in sociology from Weber State College with a minor in
gerontology. Milt was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the U.S.
Army and Air Force. He retired from Hill Air Force Base after 42 years of
service as a parts controller. Milt always loved music and played the piano
and organ. Surviving are his wife, Toni, of South Ogden; two sons and three
daughters, William Ray Ricketts, Australia; John Ricketts, Park City, UT;
LuAnn Jones, Taylorsville, UT; Denice Ricketts and Diana (Jim) Bolinger, both
of Ogden; three stepsons, Eugene Stevenson Jr., Ryan Lee Stevenson and Perry
Robert Stock; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving
are one brother, Norman Ricketts, and his aunt, Wanda Lund. Preceding him in
death were his son, James Ricketts and his brother, Galen Ricketts. Memorial
services will be held Friday at 3 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408
Washington Blvd. Cremation under the direction of Lindquist's Crematory.
Inurnment will take place at Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park,
4500 Washington Blvd., at a later date. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Roe, Weston Lawrence
Weston Lawrence Roe 1918 ~ 2005 Weston Lawrence Roe, 87, beloved husband,
father, and grandfather passed away March 21, 2005, at his home after a
courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 9, 1918 in Stone, Idaho, the
son of William Ray and Lola Eliza Pack Roe. Wes, or Lawrence as he was known
in his youth, graduated from Bear River High School in Tremonton, Utah. He
attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah and then attended the San
Francisco Mortuary College in California where he was student body president.
While in Logan he met Pauline Poppleton Maughan and they were married on July
21, 1947 in the Logan Temple. Shortly thereafter, Wes and Pauline relocated to
San Francisco, California, where they lived while Wes attended college. Wes
and Pauline lived in California for 47 years, moving to San Rafael and later
Novato in Marin County. Wes was employed at Williams Mortuary and then managed
Mt. Tamalpais Cemetery in San Rafael for 30 years. Wes and Pauline have lived
in Orem, Utah for the past 10 years. Wes was a faithful member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission to the Eastern
States Mission in upstate New York. He also served in many callings in the
church including Bishop of the San Rafael Ward, and Stake President of the
Santa Rosa and San Rafael Stakes for 14 years. He was also the Seminary
Director for the Santa Rosa Stake for many years and enjoyed working with the
youth of the stake. He dedicated his life to helping the church grow and
spreading the gospel in California. Wes gardened throughout his life, a hobby
that kept him close to his upbringing on the farm in Stone, Idaho. He never
failed to produce a bumper crop. Wes and Pauline also enjoyed traveling and
sightseeing throughout the United States and Europe with family and friends.
They particularly enjoyed visits to many national parks, a trip to New England
in the fall, traveling down the coast to Carmel, California and a family road
trip through Europe. In recent years the trips have been shorter, but it was
not uncommon to find that Wes and Pauline had jumped in the car and were off
on a drive. Wes is survived by his wife, Pauline, son Marshall (Carolyn) of
Concord, CA, daughter, Eldene Sheide (Greg) of Orem, Utah and his five
grandchildren, Daniel Roe serving in the Alabama Birmingham Mission, Peter and
Kyle Roe and Alyssa and Brian Sheide. Also surviving are his sisters, Verdeen
Larsen (Jim) of Fillmore, Utah, Monette Pratt (Harold) of Syracuse, Utah and
sister-in-law Lenna Roe (Russell) of Stone, Idaho. He was preceded in death by
his brothers Russell and John and sisters Rayola and Virginia. Funeral
services will be held at 12:00 noon Saturday March 26, 2005 at the LDS Chapel
at 1075 W. 1100 N. in Orem. A viewing will be held at 10:45 until 11:45 at the
ward chapel. Burial will follow at the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may
sent to the family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers the
family suggests contributions be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the
LDS Church.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/23/2005 - 3/24/2005.

Spight Jr., Perry Leon
Perry Leon Spight Jr. "When I Ride" Perry Leon Spight, Jr. was born Mar. 29,
1977 and died tragically Mar. 19, 2005. Perry was preceded in death by his
grandparents, Everett Sanchez Sr., Melvin and Rosemary Spight. He is survived
by his daughter "Destiniee", his parents Vera (Chester) Burnett, Perry Sr.
(Margaret), three brothers, Gene (twin), Daniel, Durael; four sisters,
Jennifer, Avenica (Nisha), Raketta, and Neketta. Perry leaves many aunts,
uncles, cousins, and many friends. Perry will be eternally loved and missed by
all. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 25, 2005, 2 p.m. at the
Deseret Memorial Mortuary, 36 East 700 S., Salt Lake City. A viewing for
family and friends will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to
services. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/22/2005 - 3/23/2005.

Stewart, Homer T. "H. T."
Homer T. Stewart (H. T. "High Tension") Our beloved husband, father,
grandfather and great-grandfather, Homer T. Stewart, passed away March 20,
2005 at his home. He was born May 11, 1915 to Minnie L. Clark and Homer Tilden
Stewart Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Helen Fox, brother
Bill Stewart and infant son William Wells Stewart. Homer is survived by his
wife of 66 years, Laura M. Wells Stewart, his three daughters and their
spouses, Kay and Peter Prier, Laura and Jay Monk and Sue and Gregory Capson,
their 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He was married to Laura M.
Wells, Dec. 8, 1938 in Price Utah. He was baptized into the LDS church in 1968
and they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1970. He served faithfully in
many church callings. He earned an associate degree from Westminster College,
and a bachelors and masters degree from the University of Utah. He was
employed by the State of Utah as a social worker for 34 years. He served in
the US Navy from 1943 to 1945 during World War II. He sang with the Swanee
Singer Male Chorus for 66 years. He loved music, literature, art, dancing,
travel, his rose garden and most of all his family. Special thanks to Paula
Smith, Gayleen VanWagoner, Marty Prier, Dr. William Dunson, family and friends
for their loving care and service. Funeral Services will be held at the
Imperial Ward, 1560 East Atkin Ave. (2825 So.) on Friday, March 25, at 1:00
p.m. Friends may call prior to services from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m. Entombment
will follow in the Salt Lake Mausoleum, 1001 East 11th Ave. Services under the
direction of Russon Brothers Salt Lake Mortuary. Online guest book and
directional maps available at www.russonmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Van Grol, Hendrikus Bernardus "Harry"
Hendrikus "Harry" Bernardus Van Grol "Opa" Passed away peacefully March 19,
2005. He was born July 20, 1921 to Hendrikus and Bernadina Van Grol in Didam,
Holland. He married the love of his life, Susanna W. Jansen, January 13, 1943.
They emigrated to the U.S. in 1950 after the hardships of World War II. Harry
was owner of Van Grol Painting and Decorating, painting businesses throughout
Salt Lake City. He enjoyed traveling, family and friends. Survived by:
children, Jerry (Dennis) Gundersen; Harry (Joyce) Van Grol; Lenni (Bruce)
Bevan; Corry (Scott) Candland; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by loving wife Susanna, brother and sisters. Graveside
services will be conducted on Friday March 25, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview
Memorial 1640 East Lakeview Drive (Bountiful). Friends and family may call one
our prior to the service at Lakeview.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Walters, Arleene Hatch "Sweetheart"
Arleene Hatch Walters "Sweetheart" Arleene Hatch Walters, 82, passed away
March 21, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born Feb. 12, 1923 in Salt Lake City
to Samuel H. and Margaret Price Hatch. Married Ernest Henry McMillan; later
divorced. Married Malcolm Leon Walters in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on Sept. 3,
1952. She was active in the LDS Church, and held many stake and ward
positions. She was an ordinance worker in the Jordan River Temple and served
in the Singapore Mission with her husband. Loved reading, fishing, traveling,
and most of all her family. She enjoyed providing compassionate service to
others, and had love for everybody. She loved and lived the Gospel of Jesus
Christ. Survived by husband, Leon; children, Mary Anne (Lee J.) Brindley,
Margaret (Rich) Reuling, Bryan (Melanie B.) Walters, Kevin (Teresa) Walters,
Karen (Marc) Olesen, and Craig (Jodi) Walters; 14 grandchildren; eight
great-grandchildren; brothers, Samuel (Sue) Hatch, and Kendall (Marva) Hatch.
Preceded in death by grandson, Patrick; one sister and one brother. Funeral
services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Sandy Central
Stake Center, 1050 East Galena Dr. (9800 So.). Friends may call Friday 6-8
p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, and Saturday 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at
the church. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 3/23/2005.

Winther, F. Wayne
F. Wayne Winther 01/31/35 ~ 03/21/05 F. Wayne Winther, 70, died March 21, 2005
following a short illness. He was born in Salt Lake City on Jan. 31, 1935 to
William O. (Bill) Winther and Genevieve Pugmire Winther. He married Joyce
Chipman on June 11, 1954. Joyce was the most loving, thoughtful, and caring
person in his life. She passed away September 19, 2001. Wayne served two years
in Germany with the U.S. Army. He retired from ABF Freight Lines after 24
years. Wayne enjoyed the outdoors and traveling with Joyce in their fifth
wheel trailer. He also enjoyed camping with relatives, trips to Wendover and
playing pool with his friends. He is survived by his mother, brother, Thomas
W. Winther (Colleen), sister, Shauna Starkweather (William) and many nieces
and nephews. Preceded in death by wife, Joyce, and father, Bill. Funeral
services will be held on Friday, March 25, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn
Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Dr. where friends may call on Thursday, March 24,
2005 from 6-8 p.m. and from 8:45-9:45 prior to services. Interment at Wasatch
Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 3/23/2005 - 3/24/2005.