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Black, Agnes P.
Agnes P. Black 1909 ~ 2005 Agnes Partridge Black, age 96, passed away
peacefully on May 4, 2005 at the home of her granddaughter, Chrystine Robins.
She was born March 10, 1909 in Fillmore, Utah to Frank H. and Harriet Whicker
Partridge and was the last survivor of seven children. She attended school in
Fillmore and at Brigham Young University where she earned her teaching
credentials and the University of Utah where she earned a Library credential.
She married Elliot R. Black, June 3, 1942 in the Salt Lake Temple. They spent
most of their married life in Tooele, Utah until moving to Holladay in 1977.
They were the parents of seven children, three from Elliot's first marriage
and four of their own. Elliot preceded her in death on January 5, 1988. Agnes
worked in the public school system for many years in Fillmore and Tooele. She
was a gifted teacher and had a positive influence on the lives of many
students. She enjoyed sewing, homemaking, gardening and she loved books. She
was a talented singer and always generous to share her gift of music. As a
lifetime member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she had a
strong testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and was always faithful and
active in her pursuit of truth and righteousness. She served in many stake and
ward positions and she and Elliot fulfilled a successful mission. They also
enjoyed serving for many years as temple workers in the Salt Lake Temple. She
is survived by four sons and three daughters, Luana and Marrell Johnson,
George and Diana Black, Dan and Reva Black, Bertie and Marvin Lee, Mary Anne
and Harvey Rich, Edward Black, Stephen and Debra Black, and by 31
grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. The
family would like to give special thanks and love to Chrystine Robins for the
loving care and assistance provided over the last several years of her
grandmother's life. Funeral services will be Monday May 9th at 11:00 a.m. at
the Tooele South Stake Center, 1025 Southwest Dr. Friends may call at the
church 9:30- 10:30 prior to the services. Interment in the Tooele City
Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Bleazard, Val
Val Bleazard 1959 ~ 2005 Our beloved sister, aunt, and friend, Val Bleazard,
passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 4th, 2005. She was born May 28, 1959,
in Salt Lake City. She lived her childhood in Grantsville, Utah and enjoyed
living her adulthood in the Provo/Orem area. She graduated from Grantsville
High School in 1977, served an LDS mission in Louisville, KY, and obtained a
degree in Elementary Education at BYU. She was a loving, devoted,
award-winning teacher who touched the lives of many children through the
years. She was an active member of the LDS church and enjoyed her callings in
Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women's. She was preceded in death by her
father and mother, Max and Bonnie Bleazard, and her sister, Boneta. She is
survived by three brothers; Mark (Shawna) Bleazard, Craig (Kristy) Bleazard,
and John (Kathryn) Bleazard. She'll be dearly missed by her 21 nieces and
nephews and 17 grandnieces and grandnephews. Viewing will be held Sunday, May
8th from 6-8 p.m. at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 E. 800 N., Orem.
Funeral services will be held Monday, May 9th at 1:00 p.m. at the Suncrest 9th
Ward LDS Chapel, 130 N. 400 W., Orem. Friends and family may call one hour
prior to the services. Interment will be at the Grantsville City Cemetery at
approximately 4 p.m. Condolences may be sent to family at:
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Camargo M.D., Marcello P.
Marcello P. Camargo, M.D. 1958 ~ 2005 Marcello P. Camargo was born December
27, 1958 in Brazil and passed away May 2, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Marcello went to Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas in Sao Paulo
Brazil. He then served as a medical officer in the Brazilian Army as a 2nd
Lieutenant in the Reserve. He practiced as an Attending Surgeon at Samaritan
Hospital and Pontifical Catholic University Hospital before coming to work at
the University of Utah Hospital in 1993 as a Research Fellow for the
Department of Orthopedics. Marcello was well liked by his colleagues and
friends and will be remembered for his dedication, good will, and his many
contributions to orthopedic literature as a research assistant. Marcello had a
great love for music and the outdoors. One could often see him jogging in the
Avenues or riding on his motorcycle. A celebration to honor Marcello's life
will be held Monday, May 9th at Green Street at Trolley Square (602 East 500
South) at 5:30 p.m.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Connell Sr., Stephen C.
Stephen C. Connell, Sr. 1940 ~ 2005 Stephen C. Connell, Sr., age 64, passed
away May 3, 2005 in West Valley City, Utah. Steve was born May 23, 1940 in
Topeka, Kansas to Thomasine and Frank Connell. He graduated from Lawrence High
School. Steve married Judy Reinwald in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was a member
of the Baptist Church. Steve loved the outdoors since he was a child. He was a
kind, compassionate, gentle man. He was a friend to everyone who knew him.
Steve was greatly loved, and will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him.
Steve is survived by his mother, Thomasine Connell; sister, Linda Kay Pringle;
son, Stephen C. (Barbara) Connell Jr.; grandchildren, Jacob and Thomas. He is
preceded in death by his father, Frank C. Connell. Memorial Services will be
held Saturday, May 7, 2005 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel,
4335 West 4100 South. Entombment: Valley View Mausoleum.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/6/2005 - 5/7/2005.

Fitzgerald, Sandra
Sandra Fitzgerald "Teeing Off" Our dear sister, Sandra Fitzgerald, finished
the 18th hole on her earthly journey, Tuesday, May 3, 2005, after a long
battle with kidney disease. She was born October 8, 1936 to Norman P. and
Madolin Brady Fitzgerald, the sixth of nine children. She grew up in Draper
where she developed many longtime friends. After graduating from Jordan High
School, she ventured out on her own to build a life and career. Fiercely
independent and private, she lived a very full life. Sandra worked for Job
Service in many capacities over her career, was dedicated to her job and the
people she served. During her years there she developed many lasting
friendships. She retired in 1992 to pursue the things she loved to do, most
especially golf. Sandra was an avid golfer, participating and winning many
tournaments as an amateur. Her golfing family will miss her as will her Job
Service friends, childhood friends, and family. Sandra is survived by two
brothers, Norman P. Fitzgerald Jr., Magna, UT; Barnard J. (Jean) Fitzgerald,
Yuma, AZ; three sisters, Doris F. Soper, Draper, UT; Madolin A. (Lin)
Fitzgerald, Salt Lake City, UT; Cheryl F. Alpuerto, Mililani Town, HI; many
nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews; aunts, her golf family, and her
condo family. Preceded in death by her parents; brother, Kim; sisters, Barbara
F. Nowell, Betty Joan F. Curby; brother and sister-in-laws, Gordon A. Soper
and Tharine M. Fitzgerald. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 9, 2005
at 12 noon at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. A viewing will be
held Sunday, May 8th from 5-7 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Monday.
She will be buried in Murray City Cemetery. The family wishes to thank all
those who have cared for Sandra over the past several months. We hope, dear
Sandra, that you have tee'd off on the first of many golf tournaments on the
other side. We love you.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Green, Roma Cameron
Roma Cameron Green 1923 ~ 2005 Our loving mother, grandmother and great
grandmother passed away peacefully May 5, 2005 at Cottonwood Hospital. Roma
was born on January 12, 1923 to Daniel Eccles Cameron and Margaretta Dalley
Cameron. Roma married the man of her dreams, Don M. Green, on December 31,
1942. She and Don were sealed in the LDS Temple on June 18, 1964 and had 49
wonderful years together before Don preceded her in death. Also preceding her
in death are a sister, Arvilla (Billy) Kille and her parents. Roma taught
Primary for seven years. She was also set apart as a Relief Society teacher in
the LDS church. Roma worked for and then managed the Olympus Junior High
school lunch program for over 20 years. She enjoyed her job, and everyone
loved her. Roma had a special way of loving her family and friends and we will
all miss her very much. Roma is survived by her five children; Linda, Kip,
Gayle, Leah, Gina, 11 grandchildren, and 23 great grandchildren. Funeral
services will be 12:00 Noon Monday, May 9, 2005, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary,
3401 S. Highland Dr. where friends may call one hour prior to services.
Interment will follow in Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Mom is finally back with
the love of her life. We love you Grandma Green.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Gurell, Thomas H.
Thomas H. Gurell 1952 ~ 2005 Tom was born and raised in Southern California.
At nineteen, he served a mission for the LDS church in Dublin, Ireland.
Afterwards, he obtained an Associate degree from Utah Valley Technical College
and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Utah. He married Pam Mahan in
the Salt Lake Temple on June 11, 1981. Together, they are the proud parents of
Seth, Kaysha, and Avery. Tom enjoyed watching Star Trek, listening to the
oldies, and serving in church callings. The family expresses gratitude for the
love and support of friends. They would also like to thank Drs. Litton and
Nibley, Michael Gaffney PA-C, and their staff, as well as the Oncology unit at
Cottonwood Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May
9th at 5665 Neighbor Lane. Friends may visit beginning at 9:15 a.m. In lieu of
flowers, contributions can be made to Pam for the children's education.
Directors, Independent Funeral Service.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Hendricks, Cheryl Ann
Cheryl Ann Hendricks 1976 ~ 2005 Cheryl Ann Hendricks returned to her Heavenly
Father on May 4, 2005 at home due to congenital heart failure. She was born
July 24, 1976 in Murray, Utah. She was a member of the LDS Church and attended
the Paradise Ward in Taylorsville, Utah. She had a special way of loving and
being loved by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed. Her family is
grateful to those people who helped make her life a happy one. A special
thanks to the teachers, bus drivers, principals, caring doctors, Make-A-Wish
Foundation, Down Syndrome support groups, and the many neighbors and friends.
She is survived by her parents, Edgar and Arla Hendricks; two brothers, Neal
(Gladys) Hendricks of Florida and Bruce Hendricks of Alaska; three sisters,
Carol (Michael) DeCaria of Salt Lake, Joyce (Brent) Openshaw of Bluffdale, and
Alice (John) Stafford of Kentucky; and nine nieces and nephews. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 9, 2005 at the Paradise Ward
Chapel, 1555 West Lovely Road, Taylorsville. A viewing will be held Sunday
from 5-7 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary (6500 South Redwood Road, West
Jordan) and one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Redwood
Memorial Cemetery, West Jordan.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Hopkin, Stan Boyer
Stan Boyer Hopkin (Hawk) Stan was born November 7, 1944. He passed away May 2,
2005 at the age of 60. Surviving are Reed (Jan) Hopkin, Dawn (Charlie) Boyce,
Lynn (Caroline) Hopkin. Stan attended North Summit High School, Coalville,
Utah. He served in U.S. Army from May 1966-1972. He enjoyed fishing and
hunting. Stan lived and worked in Alaska for 27 years. He was the Owner and
operator of Tug and Barge. He also was the Chief Cook Alaska Pipeline, Chief
Cook NOA Research Ship, kitchen supervisor for crews building homes andschool
facilities at Eskimo Villages in Alaska, Chief cook Bradley Dam. Head chef and
Supervisor Crowley Marine Tug and Barge. A viewing will be held Wed., May
11th, from 6-8 p.m. at Walker Mortuary, 268 S. Main, Coalville, Utah.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Horsley, John Welling
John Welling Horsley 1923 ~ 2005 John Welling Horsley passed away on Friday,
April 29, 2005. John was born May 26, 1923 in Brigham City, Utah, the first
child of John Wesley and Irene Welling Horsley. Also known as "Jack" to his
family and friends, John was raised in Brigham City and graduated from Box
Elder High School, where he served as student body president. He then joined
the Army and served his country during World War II. After completing his
military duty, Jack returned to Utah and attended college at the University of
Utah, where he won honors and served as president of the Beta Theta Pi
fraternity. He then attended the University of Utah Law School, where he was a
member of the Utah Law Review. Jack met his wife, Gay O'Hara, while they were
both students at the University of Utah. They wed June 7, 1952 and were
married more than 50 years until Gay passed away in 2004. John began his
career as an Assistant Attorney General before entering private practice in
Salt Lake City. He practiced law for 50 years, during which he engaged in
diverse professional activities, including many years of service as a trustee
of the Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation. Jack was a devoted parishioner
of St. Mark's Cathedral, where he served as an usher, a member of the Vestry,
and Senior Warden. He was also a lifelong member of the Alta Club, an avid fly
fisherman, and a prodigious reader. Jack was a loving father and is survived
by three children, John O'Hara Horsley (and daughter-in-law Karen Beth Barr)
of Los Gatos, CA, Tyler O'Hara Horsley of Brooklyn, NY, and Hannah Horsley
(and son-in-law Johnathan Mansfield) of San Francisco, CA; three
grandchildren, John Barr Horsley, Claire Laurel Horsley and Maxwell O'Hara
Horsley Mansfield; his brother, Paul W. (and Fornia) Horsley, Saratoga, CA and
his two sisters, Janet Horsley (and Norman) Nelson of Salt Lake City and St.
George, Utah; and Geraldine Horsley (and James) Clayton of Salt Lake. The
family wishes to express its love and gratitude to Willie Alire, who provided
many years of skilled care and loving support for both Jack and Gay. We also
send our thanks to the staff at Willow Wood Care Center in Salt Lake City.
Funeral services were held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
contributions to a charity of donor's choice.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/4/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Long, Elizabeth
Elizabeth Long "Grandma Betty" Elizabeth Short Long, 84, passed away May 4,
2005 in Holladay, Utah. She was born Aug. 31, 1920 in West Hartlepool, England
to Albert Short and Annie Menhennet. Came to the USA on March 26, 1953.
Married Maynard Long in Holladay, Utah on July 28, 1961. Survived by husband,
Maynard; sons, Kevin Short and Scott Long; six grandchildren; two
great-grand-children; sister, Nancy Almond; and sister-in-law, Joyce Short.
Graveside services will be held Monday, May 9, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the Sandy
City Cemetery, 9000 South 700 East. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary, 8090
So. State, Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 12-12:30 p.m.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.


Mikkelson, Lt. Col. Elwin N. "Flash"
Elwin N. "Flash" Mikkelson Lt. Col. 1918 ~ 2005 "Flash" passed way peacefully
in his sleep, May 4, 2005. Born May 21, 1918, to Niels and Olevia Mikkelson in
Fountain Green, Utah. Married Laura B. Cochran May 24, 1942. Graduated Moroni
High School, Snow College, Arizona State Teacher's College with a Master's
degree. Coached and taught biological sciences at Snow College (seven yrs.)
and Orem High (25 yrs.). Served his country in World War II as an Army Air
Corps pilot. "Flash" will be remembered for his enthusiasm for anything
athletic and his compassionate service to friends, neighbors, church and
family. Survived by his wife, Laura, four children, John (Betty), Jody (Glen)
Gardner, Nedra (Jay) Bunker, Gary (Sharon), 13 grandchildren, 21
great-grandchildren, siblings, Allan and Dorothy. Preceded in death by his
parents and four brothers, Dorian, Merlin, Wendell and Rey. Funeral services
will be held Monday, May 9, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Edgemont 2nd Ward Chapel,
555 East 3230 North, Provo. Family and friends may call Sunday evening from
6-8 p.m. at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, and
from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment in the
Orem City Cemetery. Condolences to the family at:
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Murphy, William Joseph "Bill"
William Joseph Murphy "Bill" William Joseph (Bill) Murphy, 86, passed away May
4, 2005 from causes incident to age. Born December 11, 1918 to Joseph Augustus
and Johanna Murphy in Ironwood, Michigan. Bill lived an extraordinary life.
Raised in Chicago, he helped support his parents and sisters by delivering
papers, boxing in "smokers" and working in a bakery. He played football at
Notre Dame. In 1938, he served in the Army in North Africa under General
Patton. He was later injured in Sicily by a mortar round and finished up his
military service at Ft. Douglas in Salt Lake City as a military policeman. He
then met Barbara Hallman and they married in 1946. They became the parents of
one daughter and six sons. Bill was a busy man working to support his family.
He delivered flowers, was a parking attendant at the Kearns Bldg, tended bar
at the Hotel Newhouse, drove truck for Serta Mattress, delivered the Salt Lake
Trib with his sons and retired from the USPS after 32 years. Dad loved playing
his slots, going to Wendover and telling his life stories to any willing
listener until wee hours. He went out of his way to help others in need. He
had a great sense of humor and everyone who ever came in contact with him
loved him. His quick wit and Far Side humor will be missed by the friends and
family that constantly surrounded him. Bill is survived by his wife, Barbara;
daughter Judyann Nepolis (Michael); sons, Mike (Cathy), John (Lisa), Frank
(Barbara), Patrick (Paula), Bill Jr. (Margaret), 11 grandchildren, seven
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Infant son, Richard,
parents, and three sisters preceded him in death. The family wishes to thank
the staff at Woodland Park Care Center and the VA Hospital for their care of
Bill. Friends and family will gather on Saturday, May 7, 2005 from 3:30-4:30
p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street in Murray, Utah. Dad's
memorial service will immediately follow at 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers,
please make a donation to Hospice "In Memory of Bill Murphy" to the George E.
Wallen VA Med. Ctr., 500 Foothill Blvd., Salt Lake City, UT 84148, Attention:
111 (Hospice) - and do a random act of kindness. WE WILL MISS YOU DAD!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/6/2005 - 5/7/2005.

Putnam, Shauna Lee Benson
Shauna Lee Benson Putnam 1956 ~ 2005 Loving wife, mother, grandmother, born
July 23, 1956 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Leonard Daniel Benson and Carol
Marilyn McGavin died peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday, May 4, 2005
in Taylorsville, Utah. Married Leland Kent Putnam on January 13, 1977 in the
Salt Lake Temple. She is survived by her mother, loving husband, and her three
children, Daniel (Marti), Angela, and Kara and her two grandchildren, Amelia
and Max Putnam. She is also survived by her brothers, Craig, Brad (Sheila) and
Mark (Cindy) Benson and many nieces and nephews who love her. Shauna was an
active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the
Taylorsville 13th Ward. She was faithful in all her callings. Shauna was a
loving wife and mother who had a strong testimony of the Gospel of Jesus
Christ. She was an example of perseverance and taking joy in the blessings of
life. No matter how high the mountain was for her, she knew the Lord was with
her. We will miss her, but we know that we will be with her as an eternal
family. Services will be held Monday, May 9, 2005 at 12 noon at the
Taylorsville 13th Ward, located at 1495 W Tamarack Rd, Taylorsville, Utah. A
viewing will be held at Memorial Estates, located at 5850 So 900 East, from 6
to 8 p.m., Sunday, May 8, 2005 and prior to the services from 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Interment will be at the Holladay Cemetery, 4670 So Highland Dr.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Ranck, Wende Lynne
Wende Lynne Ranck 1936 ~ 2005 Wende Lynne Ranck, a special compassionate
loving sister, mother and grandmother age 68, passed away May 5, 2005. She was
born in Salt Lake City to Mary Calegory Ranck and Everett W. Ranck. She
graduated from South High and the University of Utah with a degree in Math and
Histology. She was an accomplished artist, a member of the Women's Artist
Guild and the owner of the Ranck Art Gallery in San Francisco. She married
Kenneth Bain and had a daughter, Katheryn Marie. She later married Wayne
Peterson. Wende is survived by her daughter, Katheryn Marie; her grandchildren
Todd, Arie and Karie VanVliet and Jennifer Ostler; a great grandson,
Christopher Clark and two sisters, Dixie Lee Mahy and Merrily Thedell. A
memorial mass will be held on Wed., May 11, 2005 at 9:00 am at Blessed
Sacrament Church, 9800 S. 1700 E., Salt Lake City.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Springer, Lucile Young
Lucile Young Springer Loving Mother and Grandmother Lucile Young Springer, age
90, was born July 22, 1914 to Leo H. and Elise Olsen Young in Salt Lake City.
She was married to George F. Springer on June 15, 1936 in the Salt Lake
Temple. He preceded her in death on September 17, 2004. As a wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and neighbor, she is an inspiration of
tireless devotion. She leaves a remarkable legacy of unconditional love. In
her home she cared for the sick and weary of heart, finding time, space, and
compassion for all who entered. Lucile loved music - playing piano, organ and
singing. When her family was together, there was usually some singing, and
they all joined in. She played piano and organ in church callings for 50 years
and taught many classes in church organizations. Lucile is survived by five
sons and their wives; Gordon and Janna Springer, Alan and Tamara Springer,
Norman and Dana Springer, Calvin and Marianne Springer, Stan and Lucy
Springer, and by five daughters and their husbands; Diane and Farrell Yeates,
Kathy and Dick Benson, Jean and Paul Jones, Rosalie and Michael Davis, and
Nona Springer. She is also survived by a brother, Bruce Young of Burley,
Idaho, and by 45 grandchildren and 79 great-grandchildren with at least four
more on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a
daughter, Sylvia. Funeral services will be held at the LDS Forest Dale Ward,
739 E. Ashton Ave., (2335 S.), Salt Lake City, at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 10,
2005. Friends may call Monday 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple
and one hour prior to the service at the ward. Condolences may be emailed to
SpringersHome@comcast.net.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Talbot, Ruby
Ruby Talbot 5/7/1928 ~ 11/16/2003 Our family chain is broken and nothing seems
the same, but as God calls us home, the chain will link again. We miss you so
much. Happy Birthday & Happy Mother's Day Your Loving Family
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Turner, Zora Mae
Zora Mae Turner "The Blanket Lady" Zora Mae Amtoft Eves Johnston Turner, age
96, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at her home in Springville, Utah. She
was born May 31, 1908 in Provo, Utah to Lars Peter Andersen and Christeen
Marie Andersen Amtoft. Zora Mae served in many positions in the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including a mission to the Coldwell Idaho
Mission. She graduated from BYU in 1956 with a BA degree in Elementary
Education and taught school for two years. She published a book named "Grandma
Can I Take It Home". Zora Mae served on many compassionate services including
making "Magic Blankets" for new born babies and friends who might need them.
She received a Citation for Kindness from the State of Rhode Island, was
honored at the BYU Extravaganza and rode in the Independence Day Parade in
2000 receiving the Freedom Award for that year. Survivors include her
daughter, Maxine Weight and her husband Grant McKay with 13 children; son,
Arthur Glenn Eves Jr. and his wife Carol Joan with 11 children; son, Wendell
A. Eves and his wife Carol Jean with seven children; daughter, Carol Joy
Schiess and her husband D. Nephi with 18 children, including 13 stepchildren;
son, Paul Gary Eves and his wife Joy with two children; son, Howard D. Eves
and his wife Ann with four children. She is also survived by stepson, Kenneth
Kay Johnston and his wife Barbara with four children; stepson, Wesley Johnston
and his wife Kathy with four children; stepson, Ron Johnston and his wife
Ceasar May with seven children; stepdaughter, Zoetta Ann Paxman and her
husband Dennis five children; grandchildren and step-grandchildren's posterity
of 240. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 9, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the
Hobble Creek Stake Center at 455 S. 1300 East in Springville. There will be a
viewing held Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church and from 9:30 to
10:30 at the church prior to the services. Burial will be in the East Lawn
Cemetery in Provo, Utah under the direction of Wheeler Mortuary of
Springville. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 5/7/2005.

Valentine, Grant L.
Grant L. Valentine 1912 ~ 2005 Born September 11, 1912 in Brigham City, Utah
to Rachel Hansen and Joseph W. Valentine he died May 2, 2005 in Laguna Beach,
California after a fall at home. Growing up in Brigham City, he graduated from
Box Elder High School in 1930 where he served as student body president. Four
years later he graduated from the University of Utah. On September 1, 1933, at
the beginning of his junior year in college, he and his one true love Mary
Merrell, whom he had met in the sixth grade, eloped to Coalville, Utah where
they were married - a marriage that ended only with her death, January 31,
2002. Grant and Mary were the parents of Nancy, wife of Robert L. Young of
Salt Lake City; and Christina (Tina) wife of Dann Larsen of Laguna Beach,
California. Their grandchildren are Christian V. Young and wife Lisa of New
Jersey; Tanya Y. Beaulieu and husband Jean of Ivins, Utah; Kimberly Y.
Kniveton and Juan of the Isle of Man, United Kingdom; Melissa Larsen of Salt
Lake City; Camille Bird of Denver, Colorado; and Codie Leigh Larsen of Laguna
Beach. Their great-grandchildren are Nicole Beaulieu, Robert Beaulieu,
Christine Young, Iain Grant Kniveton, and Hannah Kniveton. Also surviving are
his two former granddaughters-in-law, Shawn Farish and Elaine Boaman, a former
grandson-in-law, John Barnhill, and several nephews and nieces. He was
preceded in death by his parents and brothers and sisters; Howard Valentine,
LaMar Valentine, Glen Valentine, Marie Valentine, Delone Carlisle, and Jack
Valentine. During his University of Utah years he was a member of Pi Kappa
Alpha and R.O.T.C. Following his graduation he did post graduate work at the
University of Southern California. Later, in 1952, he received a master's
degree from the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Utah. From
1935-1940 he was a social worker, a school teacher, and served in the National
Guard. On March 3, 1941, all members of the National Guard were activated. He
served in the Pacific Theatre during World War II, he was decorated several
times, and was discharged in 1945 with the rank of Lt. Colonel. He later
served in the Army Reserve from which he officially retired in 1972 with the
rank of Colonel. Following World War II, he worked for the Veteran's
Administration in Sacramento, California until 1950. In 1952, before he
received his degree in Social Work, he began assisting his brother, Howard
Valentine, who had established Western States Refining Company. This led to
Grant establishing his oil jobbing, trucking company, and service station
business which he maintained from the 1950s into the 1970s. From the 1960s on
he and Mary traveled extensively - through North and South America, Europe,
Asia, and parts of Africa. Freighters were their favorite mode of travel which
often meant being at sea for several months. From 1960 on, he and Mary spent a
great deal of time in Laguna Beach where they owned a condominium overlooking
the Pacific Ocean. In Salt Lake they enjoyed the friends they made through the
Fort Douglas Officers Club, Ambassador Athletic Club, Fort Douglas Country
Club, Gyro, and in California, the Laguna Beach Lawn Bowling Club. His
daughter, Nancy, wrote a history of his life based on interviews she did with
him from 2002 until 2004. What mattered most to him was his family. No one
could have been more generous, especially with his love and this love was
returned by all of them. The highlights of his life were meeting Mary Merrell
(she always remained the most interesting person he ever knew); serving as
captain of the Box Elder High Basketball Team; his World War II service; lawn
bowling in Laguna Beach, and the many good friends he made along the way:
Clayte and Ruth Cheney, Dick and Bernice Jensen, Chapin and Jean Day, Gordon
and Norma Loveless and the good neighbors at Forest Glen Condominium's.
Special friends in California are Hank and Dorothy Benedict and Kay Marcom who
were all so kind to him during his last years in Laguna. Gordon Loveless and
Grant shared so many interests. They were as close as two friends could be and
great competitors playing Liar's Poker. Always an avid reader, Grant followed
faithfully current events and basketball on television. The family wished to
thank Laguna Beach doctors William Nelson and Harry Bruce and the staff at
Saddle Back Hospital for the excellent and thoughtful care they provided at
the end of his life. A celebration of his life will be held at Wasatch Lawn
Mortuary, Monday, May 9 at 2 p.m. Friends are invited to visit with the family
one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks those who
wish, to make a contribution to their favorite charity, or to the Friends of
the Marriott Library, University of Utah, 84112, or Hospice of Saddle Back
Valley, 24044 Calle De La Plata, #200, Laguna Hills, CA 92653.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.

Wissler, Iva Burrows Burnett
Iva Burrows Burnett Wissler 12/28/1919 ~ 5/2/2005 Born to Wilford Creeland and
Trieste Smith Burrows, in South Salt Lake, Utah. Iva was an avid golfer,
bowler and instructor, played for the Shamrocks women's softball team, worked
as a bowling instructor at the Ritz-Classic bowling lanes in South Salt Lake.
Member of LDS faith, great-granddaughter of Wilford Woodruff, the fourth
president of the LDS Church. Was a Utah resident her entire life. Iva is
survived by sons Steven D. Burnett, Scott K. Burnett (Marilyn) and daughter
Jan Burnett; sister Virginia Burton, brother Ted Burrows, identical twin
sister Evva Spencer (Bill), brother-in-law Doyle Yates, brother Dick Burrows
(Delores), sister Betty Withers (LaMar), brother Bob Burrows (LaReese);
grandchildren Steven Douglas Burnett, Jr. (Norine), Angela Bock, Shawn Daniel
Burnett (Debbie), Matthew Schenck, Sterling Ryan Burnett, Scott Beau Burnett
(Amanda); great-grandchildren Steven Douglas Burnett III, Nicole Burnett,
Jessica Burnett, Tyler Butcher, Zachary Butcher, and Sean Bock. Preceded in
death by parents, two brothers Glen and Ralph, two sisters Dorothy Holt and
Donna Yates. Funeral services will be held Mon., May 9, 2005, at 2:30 p.m. at
Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on
Sunday, May 8th, and one hour prior to services on Monday. Interment Wasatch
Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 5/7/2005 - 5/8/2005.