OBITS: Salt Lake Tribune 15 Sep 2005; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Salt Lake Tribune http://www.sltrib.com Benich, Fern Bateman Pugmire Fern B. Benich 1916 ~ 2005 Fern Bateman Pugmire Benich, passed away on Sept. 13, 2005 in Bountiful, Utah. Born Dec. 12, 1916 in Pocatello, Idaho to Archie Young and Lucy Bateman Pugmire. Married Frank F. Benich May 10, 1947 in Pocatello, Idaho. He preceded her in death Jan. 31, l997. Fern was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Graduated from West High School. She was a buyer for Auerbachs Department Store until the store closed in 1979. She also worked as a model. Survivors, sons, Frank F. (Mickie) Benich, Jr., and John P. (Debbie) Benich, III; five grandchildren, Carla Marie Benich, Tony F. (Amy) Benich, Tammie (Jerry) Duggar, John P. (Jamie) Benich, IV and Mark R. Benich; 10 great-grandchildren, Justin, Maxwell, Peyton, Madison, Brennan, Gabriel, Riley, Connor, Nathan and Matthew. Also preceded in death by parents; sister, Artella Turley. Funeral services Thursday, Sept. 15th, 10 a.m. at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So., in Sandy. Friends and family may call at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 East So Temple in Salt Lake, Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and also at the Larkin Sunset Gardens on Thursday one hour prior to the services. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Bolander, William C. "Bill" William "Bill" C. Bolander 07/18/14 ~ 09/13/05 William "Bill" C. Bolander, 91, died peacefully surrounded by his family on September 13, 2005 in Salt Lake City, UT. Bill was born July 18, 1914 in Orderville, UT to James Christian Bolander and Eleanor Carroll. He served a faithful LDS mission in Copenhagen, Denmark, and the Florida Southern States mission. Bill returned home and married his sweetheart, Dorothy E. Fuller, for time and all eternity in the St. George Temple on December 30, 1941. Bill served his country in the Army Air Corps in World War II. Bill owned his own construction company, "Bolander Home Builders," which he later turned over to his youngest son, Ed. Bill enjoyed visiting the family home in Orderville and fixing up the old bikes that followed him home from the D.I. Bill was a bishop of the Winder 3rd Ward, and more recently a teacher of the Temple Preparation Class. Bill and Dorothy's children: Bruce (Toni) Bolander (Irvine, CA); Alene (Paul) Peterson (Aurora, CO); Bryan (Jean) Bolander (Murray, UT); and Ed (Ann) Bolander (Murray, UT); sons-in-law: Russell Rimington (Tooele, UT); Russell Roe (Pappillion, NE). Bill and Dorothy have 30 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his daughters, Ruby and Necia; parents; and four brothers, Giles, Reed, Edward, and Joseph. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the Winder 3rd Ward, 1250 E. 4530 So. . Friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m on Friday at Jenkins-Soffe, 4760 So. State St., and one hour prior to services on Saturday at the church. . Interment Elysian Burial Gardens. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Booth, Daniel Eugene Daniel Eugene Booth 1947 ~ 2005 Daniel Eugene Booth, 57, passed away September 11, 2005. He was born November 24, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William and Edna Solomon Booth. He is survived by children; Danny (Tina), George (Sandy), Jake and John; 10 grandchildren; sister, Darlene; brother, Bobby. His loving companion, Nancy Larsen, and her daughter, Leah, also survive him. Danny was kind to everyone and will be missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers: Frank, Don and Glen. Graveside services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Murray City Cemetery, 5490 South Vine Street (730 East). Condolences may be sent to www.Holbrookmortuary.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Brown, Patti Carlson Patti Carlson Brown 1950 ~ 2005 Patti Carlson Browns' adventure in life started on August 15, 1950 and ended September 12, 2005. She was born in Ogden, Utah to Don A. and Donna Burrie Carlson. She lived in Ogden and attended school there until 1963. The family moved to Brigham City where she attended Box Elder High school, was active in cheerleading and graduated in 1968. Patti married David K. Brown and together they had two wonderful children, Tim and Jody. She had a successful 30 year career in the banking industry. She had worked for Zions Bank and at the time of her death she was a Vice-President of Private Banking at Bank of the West in Layton. She truly loved her job, the wonderful clients and the people she worked with. Although Patti was diagnosed with terminal cancer in June 2005, she was excited to have been here for the arrival of her third grandson, baby Kru. She enjoyed golfing, her home, taking care of her yard and her annual family trip to Bear Lake. Her greatest joy in life was being "Granny" to her three grandsons. The boys will miss her endless support, her smiling face and her presence at all of their games. Patti and her family would like to thank Brenda Postel and the girls at Bank of the West in Layton, for their love and support. Patti is survived by her children, Timothy David Brown, Mantua; Jody (Phillip) Gold, Morgan; three grandsons, Kort and Kody Christoffersen, and Kru Gold, all of Morgan; her mother, Donna Carlson, Ogden; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Pam (Jerry) Ingalsbe, Plain City; and Susie (Ron) Clarke, Provo. She was preceded in death by her father, Don A. Carlson. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 16th at 11:00 a.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends and family may call at the mortuary on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Willard City Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Coburn, River L. River L. Coburn A Special Daughter of God MARYSVALE, Utah - River Lynn Coburn, 7 passed away September 13, 2005 at her home in Marysvale with her loving parents and family around her. She was born September 2, 1998 in Salt Lake City to Troy and Terrie Gibbs Coburn. River came into our lives bringing gifts untold. We love her and will always cherish her for the many lessons that she taught us. She is survived by her mom and dad; brother, Jayden; grandma's and grandpa's, Mike and Helen Gibbs; Bruce and Vickie Gregerson; great-grandmother, Margie Coburn. Among the family that greeted her in heaven was her grandfather, Dee Coburn. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Marysvale LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the ward chapel in Marysvale on Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Marysvale Mt. View Cemetery. Funeral directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Coombe, Marie Yancey Morris Marie Yancey Morris Coombe 1915 ~ 2005 Marie Yancey Morris Coombe passed away September 10, 2005 in Mesa, Arizona. Marie was born October 12, 1915 in Taylorsville, Utah, the only daughter of Thomas E. and Eleanor Bringhurst Yancey. She attended school in Taylorsville at Plymouth Elementary and graduated from Granite High School. She married Spencer E. Morris in 1939, and divorced in 1961. She married William (Bill) J. Coombe in 1966. Marie was a very competent and skilled executive secretary. She worked as the personal secretary to Salt Lake City Mayor, J. Bracken Lee, and for Kennecott Copper for several years. She also worked at Westminister College until her retirement in 1980. She loved her association with life long friends and members of her bridge club. In 1980 she and Bill moved to Post Falls, Idaho to live near her daughter, Ann. After a few years they moved back to Salt Lake City and resided in Three Fountains East. In 2001 she moved to Chandler, Arizona to be near her daughter, Tracey, and her family. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Orin and Ralph Yancey, and her husband, Bill. She is survived by her daughters, Ann (Joel) Stookey, Post Falls, Idaho; and Tracey (David) Miller, Chandler, Arizona; nine grandchildren, Christopher (Kathy) Stookey, Lincoln (Connie) Stookey, Shayne (Nyla) Miller, Sauna (Brett) Clark, Derek (Camille) Miller, Erin (Bruce) Turley, Tylan (Marcy) Miller, Cody (Kristen) Miller, Megan (Brian) Johnson, of Arizona; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces, Karen (Larry) Johnson and Rakell (Gene) Gardner; nephews, Ron (Susan) Thorne and Bill Thorne. Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 12:00 noon at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah where visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. DeLaCruz, Salvador Joseph Salvador Joseph DeLaCruz 1934 ~ 2005 Salvador Joseph DeLaCruz, born March 17, 1934, died Sunday, Sept. , 2005 after living a full and happy life, succumbing in the end to a very short battle with cancer. He graduated from Drake University, Iowa, in 1960 with a degree in pharmacy. He was born to Sixto DeLaCruz and Suela Bynosa in Hilo, Hawaii and is survived by: Laurene DeLaCruz Jones (eldest daughter) married to Travis William Jones, Salt Lake City, Utah; Roanna Soling Keough (middle daughter) married to Dan Robert Keough, Salt Lake City, Utah; Leilani DeLaCruz Corbin (youngest daughter) married to CPT Alexander Daniel Corbin, "Zach", Fort Knox, Kentucky; Sandra Sheppard (best friend and love), Salt Lake City; Denise B. de la Cruz (ex-wife), Salt Lake City, Utah; and four sisters, two brothers. Sal, as he was known affectionately by his friends and family, found great satisfaction in devoting himself to his career in pharmacy, first as co-owner of Salt Lake Drug and then at MedQuest Pharmacy where his co-workers quickly became his second family. He touched many lives and was held in high regard by all who knew him. During his last days, he was lovingly surrounded by his daughters, son-in laws, and Sandra. He was well loved and will be sorely missed by many. Memorial services will be held at the South Valley Unitarian Church, 6876 South Highland Drive, Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1:00 pm. He was a supporter of the American Lung Association. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be sent to the American Lung Association in his name. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Edgar, David James "Jim" David James "Jim" Edgar 1/11/1954 ~ 9/11/2005 Whining gears, whipping wind, slipping tires, faster, higher; he's over the dune top, flying into the arms of angels as his body plummets to the ground. Jim loved pushing himself and his machines to the limit.Jim loved gambling, the thrill of putting it all on the line whether it be mind, body or money. On Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005, he lost his life riding his new Kawasaki dirt bike at the sand dunes with his son Shane and friends. Jim was a genius at fixing things despite losing all of his right hand except for his thumb in an industrial accident when he was 18. A safety pin was as handy as a screwdriver to Jim. He was compassionate and could be counted on to fix broken hearts right along with your stalled car. Shane Edgar is Jim's son. He is 17 now and the light of Jim's life. Jim was proud to be the first room-father at Shane's elementary school. Shane shares Jim's enthusiasm for most anything with a motor or wheels. Jim was the son of David Nathan and Darlene Edgar. He is survived by his mother, his son Shane, his sister Elizabeth and brothers, John (Teri and kids) and Darren. Jim's family welcomes friends and family to attend a graveside service to share favorite memories and consolation at the loss of our dear friend. The services will be at Redwood Memorial Cemetery, 6500 S. Redwood Road, Friday, Sept. 16th at 2 p.m. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Elmer, Owen Maurice Owen Maurice Elmer 1920 ~ 2005 On September 12, 2005, Owen Maurice Elmer of Payson died peacefully in the home he was born and also married in. He was born in Payson, Utah on May 11, 1920 to Albert Earl and Laura Latieca Elmer. He married his sweetheart, Louise Slaymaker, on February 25, 1939. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple. Owen was a veteran of World War II. He worked for Payson City as a Street Supervisor for 21 years. He loved camping, fishing and spending time with his family. He was known for his love of music and playing the guitar. He is survived by: his wife of 66 years; his children, Dora Lee Carter (Merrill), Connie Dean Ellsworth (Randy), Lynette Record (Scott), Scott Elmer (Robyn), a son-in-law, Tom Stewart; 25 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Stewart, and a granddaughter, Aubrey Lee Taylor. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17, 2005, 11:00 a.m., at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, where friends may call Friday, 6-8:00 p.m. or Saturday, one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Payson City Cemetery with Military Rites accorded by the American Legion, Dist. #4. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Fitzgerald, Kalinn Kalinn Fitzgerald 1977 ~ 2005 Kalinn Fitzgerald, 28, daughter of Robert W. and Joyce, and the late Annie LaWanna (Robinson) Fitzgerald was killed instantly in an automobile accident in Gig Harbor, KPN, WA on September 11, 2005. She was born Jan. 4, 1977, in Coalville, Summit County, Utah to goodly parents. She is the youngest of seven children. Kalinn was a favorite aunt to 21 nieces and nephews. Kalinn was a very special, loving, and caring person to all who had the privilege of knowing her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Annie LaWanna (Robinson) Fitzgerald. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 11:00 at the Marion Cemetery. Friends may call that morning from 9:30 to 10:30 at the Crandall Funeral Home in Kamas, Utah. In lieu of flowers, please make donations, in memory of Kalinn, to the charity of your choice. Sorrow is not Forever, Love is. We love you and will miss you very much. Until we are together again, Your loving Family. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Fotes, Sophie G. "Mom" Sophie G. Fotes "Mom" 1918 ~ 2005 Funeral services will be held September 17, 2005 at 11a.m. at The Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, UT. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to help with funeral costs. Make checks payable to the Greek Orthodox Community Benevolence Fund Church to help with funeral costs. A special thanks to the staff of Evergreen Canyon Care Center. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Gibbs, Ada Weedop Ada Weedop Gibbs 1924 ~ 2005 KAYSVILLE - "It was a good day to die." September 9, 2005, the sun was a brilliant yellow disc warming everyone it shone on. The azure sky prepared to take a beautiful spirit. Ada Weedop Gibbs laughed, sang, ran and for the first time in 20 years, saw the clouds. Ada was born in Lost River, Idaho, August 2, 1924, to goodly parents Henry and Nellie Weedop. Later they moved to Rupert, Idaho, where she graduated in 1942. Good fortune and World War II led her to work at Hill Field, where she met the only man she ever loved, Donald Joseph Gibbs. They were married November 8, 1945, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They raised five children, Ennis J. Gibbs, Woodland, Sherrill Wood, SLC, Shauna Blasingame, SLC, Brooks Gibbs, Alpine, and Valene Gibbs, Layton. She was preceded by her parents; brothers, Owen and Ralph; and sister, Ruth. She is survived by her husband, and children; sisters, Irene Call and Nadine Buttars; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchil-dren. Ada had a zest for life burnished by the joy she found in her family. Family activities were a time for laughter and singing. She enjoyed painting, handiwork, candy making, games, boating, camping, teaching by example, and loving the grandkids. During her life she contributed in so many ways. She was a hard worker, helping Don support the family with part-time jobs, full-time jobs, and the never ending cherry picking. Eighty-one years later, the world is a better place because she tended her little corner of it. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Kaysville Fairfield chapel, 1085 N. 50 East. Friends and family may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main, and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. Anyone wishing to share a remembrance of Ada that may be enjoyed by others is warmly invited to send a short note to Gibbs family, 150 E. 600 N. #14, Kaysville, Utah 84037, or email sherrillwood@aol.com . Email condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/11/2005 - 9/15/2005. Harries, Mark Mark Harries 9/15/59 ~ 2/17/05 Happy Birthday Big Dawg. Not a day goes by without you in it. Miss you so much. Love your son, Chris. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Hatch, Burton Dilworth Burton Dilworth Hatch 1915 ~ 2005 Burton Dilworth Hatch, 90, passed away on September 10, 2005, at his home in Blue Springs, MO. He was born March 1, 1915 to Edwin D. Hatch and Vernico Burton and grew up in Heber City, UT. He married his eternal sweetheart, Fern Lorea McGarry, on June 23, 1937 in the Salt Lake Temple. They are the proud parents of seven children. He graduated from the University of Utah in Mechanical Engineering and was hired by General Electric (GE). He retired in 1982 after 44 years with the company. His was a life of service. He served as Branch President in Syracuse, NY, and Bishop in Schenectady, NY. Burt earned the prestigious Coffin Award from GE. He was cited for his "initiative and perseverance in designing and applying a basically different type of ship navigational radar." His design put "bi-focals on radar" enabling the pin-pointing of objects. Burton later was responsible for the reliability and quality control of the guidance system of the Atlas Missile and worked on many military projects. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Robert Hatch and sister Luacine Stryker. He is survived by his wife, sons: Edwin B. (Joy) Hatch, Wendell C. (Penny) Hatch, William D. (Linda) Hatch, and Stephen M. (Mette) Hatch, daughters: Seila H. (Detlef) Lehnardt, Linda H. (John) Glazier, and Lohrea H. (John) Petti, 37 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren who adored him. He is also survived by his brother, Calvin S. (JeNeal) Hatch. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Hein, Shirley Canning Shirley Canning Hein 1924 ~ 2005 On September 13, 2005 Shirley responded to her mother's call from beyond the veil to "Come home, its suppertime". Shirley's amazing story began on June 25, 1924 in the little town of Smoot, Wyoming, growing with her loving family and friends throughout Star Valley and beyond. Her heritage includes her mother, Mary Gomm, a girl born in Smoot and her father, PJ (Jack) Canning, a "city boy" born in Midvale, Utah. Both of her parents came from pioneer ancestry. Shirley's life-long ability to make and keep friends has helped many people over rough spots in their paths. This is particularly true for those of us blessed by being a part of her family. We thank her for all she has done for us and for all she has encouraged and helped us to become. She has been a stalwart disciple of Christ giving great service to her brothers and sisters in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She taught love, honesty and integrity, not only to her children, but also to many of her friends and to the many children she encountered during her school teaching years. Music was a major part of Shirley's life. As a child she studied the piano; she then went on to the high school marching band and to college pep band, playing drums. But she never neglected the piano. She went on to accompaniment, singing in choirs and small groups, then to conducting and teaching. She performed music with feeling and encouraged her students to express themselves through the music in which they performed. She loved all the pupils she taught but her favorites were her own family. Her special pupil was Staci, her deaf granddaughter, to whom she presented the fundamentals of piano. Staci then essentially taught herself to play receiving counsel and encouragement from her grandmother. Shirley enjoyed and appreciated all types of music, especially "Big Band", which extended to a love of dancing. She and her husband coached church dancing and took at least three different groups to the annual all-church dance festivals held during the years they were held. Shirley's life is celebrated by her husband, Marvin D. Hein; daughter, Shirla (Bryan) Alexander; and twin sons, Ronald A. (Marian) Hein and Donald J. (LeeAnn) Hein; 11 grandchildren and two more by marriage; one great-granddaughter and a great-grandson (on the way). We are blessed to share her life. We will remember her bright genuine smile and cheerful "Love You" and will always be grateful for her great influence for good and will try to continue our lives in the tradition she exemplified. Shirley's tribute will be held on Saturday September 17, 2005 at the Mount Olympus 9th Ward Chapel, 4635 South Lanark Road (approximately 3300 East). Family and friends may visit from 6 - 8 p.m. Friday at Holladay-Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Drive, and from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Saturday, prior to services at the ward. Funeral Directors, Holladay-Cottonwood Memorial Mortuary. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Higley, Reah E. Hope Reah E. Hope Higley 1921 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt peacefully passed September 12, 2005 at home in the arms of her loving children, after battling a rare disease. Born February 21, 1921 in Rexburg, Idaho to John H. Hope and Thora E. Tayson Hope. Married Hyrum J. Higley November 22, 1938. Their union blessed them with five children: Karen Albretsen, Keysaw, Valita (Jack) Prisbrey, Sherrie (Larry) Perry, Teresa Jensen Peterson and Michael Higley; 18 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She loved family gatherings, gardening, and watching the Price is Right. She is survived by her five children, four sisters, one brother and most of her descendants. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Lake Hills Mortuary, 10055 South State Street, Sandy, Utah. Friends may call Friday, September 16 from 6 - 8 p.m. and one hour prior to services. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Holtkamp, Karyl Irene Roberts Karyl Irene Roberts Holtkamp 1926 ~ 2005 Karyl Irene Roberts Holtkamp, passed into the arms of her Father in Heaven on September 13, 2005, surrounded by her loving family. Karyl was born in Wahoo, Nebraska on August 12, 1926, to Russell LaSalle Roberts and Mary Philena McAuley. She attended the University of Nebraska School of Nursing, where she was awarded her RN in 1947. She married the love of her life, Clarence Jules Holtkamp, on February 2, 1948, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1951, she and C.J. joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Houston, Texas. Her marriage to C.J. was solemnized in the Mesa Temple in 1953. She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as stake and ward Relief Society president on more than one occasion in more that one ward and stake. Her life exemplified the Relief Society motto "Charity Never Faileth." She gave without reservation of her time and resources to all who were in any kind of need. She was also a faithful family historian. She was an accomplished musician, with particular talent on the piano and organ. She served as stake or ward organist almost continuously from even before her baptism until her passing. In the 1960's she sang with the Singing Mothers and accompanied the Melodians under the direction of Florence Jepperson Madsen. She and C.J. served a mission in the Nigeria Port Harcourt Mission from 1995 to 1997 and a CES Mission at the University of Utah Institute of Religion from 1999 to 2000. She is survived by her husband, C.J.; her brother Russell LaSalle Roberts (Pat), Oshkosh, Wisconsin; her sister Lois Swint (Jay) Sandy, Utah her eight children; James Arnold (Marianne), Cottonwood Heights, Utah; Kenneth Wayne (Sharon), Fairfax Station, Virginia; Lorraine Braun (Chuck), Idaho City, Idaho; Mary Thomas (Ken), Kaiserslauten, Germany; Susan Charlotte, Cottonwood Heights, Utah; Deborah Boulter (Robert), Salt Lake City, Utah; Julie Ann Simmons (David), Riverton, Utah; and Beverly Joy Jones, (David), Heber City, Utah, 26 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her infant brother and her grandson, Brent William Holtkamp. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at the Wasatch 5th Ward, 8100 Top of the World Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may attend a viewing Friday, September 16th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Mountain View Memorial 3115 East Bengal Blvd. (7800 South) and 10:45 to 11:45 am Saturday at the Church. www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Homer, Frederick Raymond Frederick Raymond Homer 5/31/1926~9/10/2005 Frederick Raymond Homer, 79, husband, father, grandfather, patriot, servant, and friend, died peacefully at home of natural causes, on September 10, 2005. Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho May 31, 1926, the eldest son of Alfred Raymond Homer and Delva Haycock Homer, he spent much of his youth working on a fox farm near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At 16 he attended his first year of college at Brigham Young University. Stirred by the events at Pearl Harbor, in 1943, Fred enlisted in the United States Navy as a medic assistant and fought during World War II, on the Battleship U. S. S. New York. His enlistment lasted three years. On September 25, 1948, he married the beautiful girl from his chemistry class, LeNila Young, and they graduated together in 1951, from the University of Utah College of Pharmacy. Fred touched lives as a neighborhood pharmacist, Utah Pharmaceutical Association President, Utah Board of Pharmacy Chairman, University of Utah Adjunct Professor of Pharmacy, Foothill Kiwanis Club President, and recipient of the Bowl of Hygeia Award, from the American Pharmaceutical Association. Fred loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and the opportunities it afforded to bless others, including service in bishoprics, branch presidencies, home teaching assignments, high councils, temples, and on two full time missions with his sweetheart, in Los Angeles and Nauvoo. Fred loved graciously, not only his family but others in need of a father, confidant, or friend. His Porter's Fork cabin, reading "Scrooge," Herman the Dachshund, Fairview, University of Utah games, and church books, were important to Fred. His passion, however, was his family, especially its heart and soul-Fred's eternal companion LeNila. Fred's motto: "Whatever you say, dear." Fred's wife, Phyllis LeNila, survives him, along with four children: Cynthia Lynn (Conan) Grames, Draper, Utah; Julia Ann (Norman) Johnson, Salt Lake City, Utah; John Raymond (Barbara) Homer, Holladay, Utah; and David Paul (Nancy) Homer, Melbourne, Australia; twenty-one grandchildren, and four great grand-grandchildren (one of whom is baby Fred). Services will be held Friday, September 16, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., at the Foothill 7th Ward chapel, at 2214 Roosevelt Avenue (2200 East and 1450 South) in Salt Lake City, Utah. Friends may call on Thursday, September 15, 2005, at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City, Utah, from 6-8 p.m., or one hour before the service on Friday at the Ward. Interment will be on Friday afternoon at the Fairview City Cemetery. Online guest book available at www.russonmortuary.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Hutchinson-Tezak, Elfe Oliver Elfe Oliver Hutchinson - Tezak 1922 ~ 2005 Our beautiful much loved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grand-mother, aunt and friend passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13th, 2005. Elfe was born March 1st, 1922, in Murray, UT to Sam and Victoria Piccolo Oliver. She was the last survivor of 11 brothers and sisters. She graduated from Murray High School in 1940 and on Sept. 17th, 1941, she married Roy Berton Hutchinson. They enjoyed 26 years of marriage before he passed away on Sept. 3rd, 1967. She then married Lewis Tezak on Oct. 1st, 1986. They shared 19 wonderful years together. She retired from Tracy Collins Bank as a book keeper after 15 years. She is loved and will be missed by her husband Lew and children - Linda Segura (Chris) Salt Lake City; Dennis (Cherie) Hutchinson - Sandy, UT; and Teresa (Frank) Mandella - Stockton, CA; Valerie Tezak, Salt Lake City; Barbara (John) Herndon. Her beloved grandchildren - Christopher (Becky) Segura; Anthony Segura; Carrie (Stuart) Brooks; Holly Hutchinson; Adam Hutchinson; Matthew Martinez. Much loved great-grandchildren - Gabbi and Aiden Segura; Alexandra and Felicia Segura; Brittany and Logan Brooks. One of Elfe's favorite activities was walking especially along Boy Scout Drive and in Memory Grove. Elfe touched many lives and was very generous with various charities and active in her church. She had also many other loving relatives, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and dear friends. The entire family would like to thank the Huntsman Cancer Institute and especially nurses Karen and Jennifer with CNS. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Sat. 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 715 W. 300 No. The Rosary will be recited Fri. 7 p.m. at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church where friends may call from 6 -7 p.m. Committal Mt. Calvary Cemetery 4th Ave. & T Street. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Huntsman Cancer Institute, 2000 Circle of Hope, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, would be appreciated. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Jones, Opal Swallow Opal Swallow Jones "Eternal Companions" Opal Swallow Jones, age 88, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2005. The oldest of five children, Opal was born December 21, 1916 in Meadow, Utah to Thomas Charles Swallow and Vanda Duncan. Married her beloved husband of 53 years, A. Lynn Jones, November 28, 1938 in Salt Lake City, later solemnized in the Manti Temple July 12, 1963. Her generosity and love knew no bounds. Her sweet spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew her. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Opal served with unwavering faith and a heart full of charity. Most notable was her service in the Primary, serving eight years as Primary President followed by eight years as Stake Primary President and many more years as a teacher, dedicated visiting teacher, and Relief Society President. She and Lynn served in the Massachusetts Boston Mission 1983-84. Prior to her mission, she worked as the manager of the Books and Stationary Department at ZCMI Cottonwood. Opal's greatest mission however, and her life's work was her family. Always placing her family first, she devoted her life to her children and her beloved husband. Few couples ever know the bond of love and deep devotion that Opal and Lynn had for each other. Surely it was a glorious reunion. Opal is preceded in death by her husband; parents; sister, Thera Ross; and brother, Chad Swallow. She is survived by her brother, Grover (Brookie) Swallow; sister, Shirley Gotchy; sister-in-law, Norma Swallow; children, Gordon (Sharron) Jones, Murray, Utah; Mark (Karen) Jones, Murray, Utah; Janice (Larry) Pehrson, Sandy, Utah; Fred (Linda) Jones, Holladay, Utah; 21 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 16, 2005 at the Murray 3rd Ward, 160 E. 4600 South, Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State, and also from 10-10:45 a.m. on Friday, prior to services at the church. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/13/2005 - 9/15/2005. Kawar, Faisal Tannous Faisal Tannous Kawar 1931 ~ 2005 Faisal Tannous Kawar, formerly of Bountiful, returned to his Heavenly Father September 9, 2005 after a long illness. Faisal is survived by his wife Betty; brothers Suhayl and Hani and sister, Leila Jiryes; his daughter Camellia (Tad) Stearns and their children Amber and Mason; and his daughter Lillian Kawar. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 2:00 p.m at Nelson Funeral Home, 162 East 400 North, Logan. Family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Loosli, E. Keith E. Keith Loosli 1909 ~ 2005 E. Keith Loosli died peacefully at home while watching college football on Saturday, September 10th, 2005 in Fruit Heights, Utah. Keith was born in Ashton, Idaho on September 19, 1909 to Nellie May Price and Edward Samuel Loosli. He married Hortense Cutler on March 22, 1929 in the Salt Lake Temple. Keith has always had a drive to keep himself "anxiously engaged in a good cause". Whether in his church work or his chosen vocation he always rose to a position of leadership. He has served in nearly every position available to a Priesthood holder in the LDS Church. In 1946 Elder Spencer W. Kimball ordained him a High Priest; he then served as Ward Clerk, Executive Secretary, 2nd Counselor, 1st Counselor and twice as Bishop in the 21st North Ward. That span of service in successive bishoprics extended nearly 20 years, touching many peoples lives for good. He and his wife Hortense filled an Emigration Stake mission and later served a full time mission in Cape May, New Jersey, where he served as Branch President. He served as an ordinance worker in both the Salt Lake and St. George temples. In 1975 Keith was truly humbled when he was called as the Emigration Stake Patriarch. Hortense died in April 1993. He married Althea N. Macfarlane in February 1995. He and Althea served in many callings in St. George, Utah Being exposed to printing while working his way through school at Ricks College, Keith chose it as his life's work and began acquiring the craftsman's skills which would support his family of six children. In 1947 he hired on at the newly organized University of Utah Printing Service. By 1953 he was made manager of "The Shop", as he called it, which position he held until his retirement in October 1974. Among his many after hours activities he served as president of the Club of Printing House Craftsmen and later as president of the Printing Industry of Utah. Dad liked to fish so he made fairly frequent trips to Mack's Inn and Ponds Lodge in Idaho for some relaxation with family and beloved ward friends. Keith was preceded in death by his first wife Hortense, both parents, his sister Lois (Mickelsen) and four brothers: Shirl, Dwight, Mark and Larry, and step sons Whitney and Todd Macfarlane. He is survived by his wife Althea, his six children: Darlene (Jerry) Wilkins, Garth (Pat), Marcia (Norman) LaBarge, Edward "Ted" (Jean), Mark (Linda) and Linda (Duane) Smith, 31 grandchildren, 88 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great- grandchildren and six step children: Nancy (Carl) Anderson, Marti (John) Wiser, Jon (Patty) Macfarlane, Todd (d) (Kathy) Macfarlane, David (Julie) Macfarlane, Kelly (Becky) Macfarlane, 26 step grandchildren and 15 step great-grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, September 17th at 12 noon in the 21st Ward chapel, 2nd Avenue and "K" Street (680 East) in Salt Lake City, Utah. There will be a viewing held Friday evening from 6 until 8 in the Deseret Mortuary Chapel, #36 East 700 South, and from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. before the services at the 21st Ward building. Interment at Mountain View Memorial Estates, 3115 East 7800 South - Salt Lake City, Utah. www.celebratinglife-ut.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Meldrum, Grace Durkee Grace Durkee Meldrum 1921 ~ 2005 Grace passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born April 20, 1921, in American Fall Idaho, to Fred D. and Eva Barnard Durkee. Moved to Salt Lake City in the second grade, graduated from East High School where she was a student body officer. She attended the University of Utah where she received an Art History BA degree in 1942. She was a student body officer at the University and was an active member in Chi Omega Sorority. August 3, 1943, she married Nibs Meldrum at Fist Presbyterian Church in Salt Lake City. While raising her children, she contributed countless hours to the PTA, Cub Scouts and PEO. For the past 45 years she was a member of Chapter E, PEO and served as its President. She served as President of the Utah Sate Chapter and as the Chairman of the Educational Loan Fund of PEO International. She was an active member of Town Club and Westminster Woman's Board. Grace was an accomplished artist who enjoyed panting in all mediums. She was very generous with her art work, which brought great joy to her family and friends. Survived by her loving and devoted husband Nibs, sons Peter D. (Cathie) and Daniel N. (Patty) all Salt Lake, grandsons Chris (Jen), Durham NC and Alexander, Salt Lake, great grandson Ian, Durham NC and sister Florence Madden of Salt Lake. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005, at 12 Noon at Wasatch Presbyterian Church, 1626 South 1700 East, Salt Lake City. Burial, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Grace Durkee Meldrum Endowed Scholarship - Department of Art at the University of Utah or Huntsman Cancer Center - Breast Cancer Research. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Nelson, John Aaron John Aaron Nelson "Johnny" John Aaron Nelson, age 89, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2005, following head trauma caused by several recent falls. He was born to Joseph G. and Almeda Giles Nelson, January 17, 1916, in Preston, Idaho, the last of 12 children. After attending public schools in Preston he attended Utah Agricultural College (USU) in Logan, graduating with a degree in English in 1937. John married Nyena Shepherd on August 7, 1936, in the Salt Lake Temple. After his graduation, they moved to Salt Lake where he began a lifelong association with Standard Oil (Chevron Texaco), working first in service stations, then the central warehouse, and finally in the credit department. After retiring, he worked for Appliance Service Center/Time and Instrument Co. for many years. John and Nyena have two daughters, Patricia and Catherine. The family also included "Uncle Joe," his "kid brother" Joseph D. Nelson. He loved to take his family camping to places like Yellowstone and the Utah Parks. Later in life he enjoyed camping with his children and their families. John was a faithful member of the LDS Church, serving as elders' quorum president, ward clerk, in the high priest group leadership. He was always supportive of his family's church callings, helping with the ward Relief Society, and delighting in traveling with Nyena and Pat on Tabernacle Choir tours. John lived and loved to serve the Lord by serving others and making them happy. During the last few years, he often worked at welfare square in the cannery and the bakery, as recently as two weeks ago. John is survived by his daughters Patricia (Ronald) Madsen and Catherine, both of Salt Lake, eight grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nyena, his parents, and all of his brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, at the Foothill 1st Ward Chapel, 1930 S. 2100 East, at 11:00 a.m. There will be a viewing at the Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Thanks to the nursing staff at University Medical Center for helping make his passing peaceful. Interment at the Logan City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Larkin Mortuary. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Nielsen, Cora Stirland Cora Stirland Nielsen 1927 ~ 2005 Cora Stirland Nielsen, 78, died Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005 in Salt Lake City from complications following a stroke. Cora was born March 30, 1927 in Providence, Utah to Christian Stirland and Pearl Allen Stirland, the third of six children. Cora graduated from South Cache High School in 1945 and went on to work at the First National Bank in Logan. Cora married Reed J. Nielsen in the Logan LDS Temple on June 12, 1950 and together they enjoyed 51 years of marriage blessed with three daughters and nine grandchildren. Prior to Reed's passing on June 19, 2001, Cora and Reed shared a passion for world travel and spent their retirement together exploring the globe. Cora's children, grandchildren, home and church work provided her with her greatest joy in life. Cora is survived by her daughters, Patricia DeCastro (Joseph) of Midway, Utah; Jeri Lyn Petersen (Brent) of Ft. Worth, Texas; Sandra Richards (Michael) of Salt Lake City; nine grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband Reed, her parents and her beloved older sister Ortel Roohr. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the kind staff of the Highland Care Center for their compassionate and loving care. Thursday evening viewing, 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East, 1300 South. Funeral services Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the Olympus 3rd Ward Chapel, 4100 So. Camille (2520 East) with viewing 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment at Providence City Cemetery with graveside service at 2:30 p.m. prior to burial. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Perschon, Kevin Drew Kevin Drew Perschon 09/23/60 ~ 09/14/05 Kevin Drew Perschon passed away peacefully on September 14, 2005, at his home in Murray, Utah, of numerous medical complications in the presence of his wife Tina Perschon, two children, Amy Perschon Treuhaft (Garret) and Lindsay Perschon Philpot (Max), and puppy companion Britney Lou aka Bif Malibu. Kevin was born on September 23, 1960, to Pete and Jackie Perschon. Kevin resided in Murray, Utah, most of his life. He started an auto body shop out of his garage and built Kevin's Auto Body & Paint into a very successful business. He enjoyed camping, boating, traveling, and cars. Everyone that came into Kevin's life fell in love with him. He was very personable, extremely charming, and had a great sense of humor. His favorite topic of conversation was himself. He was always thinking, creating, and inventing. Kevin is a one-of-a-kind person. He loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. He is a fighter and a survivor. The nurses at LDS Hospital named him the "Medical Marvel," and he was very proud of that title. Kevin is survived by his parents, wife, two children, siblings, Sylvia (Dave), Pam (Mark), Scott (Susan), Lisa (Grant), and Craig. He was also survived by and loved dearly by all his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Perschon; father-in-law; grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Murray City Cemetery, 5600 So. Vine St. Friends and family may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday evening at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., and from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Saturday. We would like to thank the nurses and doctors at LDS and Cottonwood Hospitals, as well as IHC Hospice. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Robinson, M. Dean M. Dean Robinson 1916 ~ 2005 Our loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, M. Dean Robinson, passed away September 12, 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, May 31, 1916, to Charles Lewis and Catherine Robinson. He was married to his loving wife Mae Barrus Robinson for 71 years, and they were sealed in the LDS Salt Lake Temple. Dean served faithfully in many callings in the LDS Church. An avid golfer, he had many shining moments playing competitively in golf tournaments throughout Utah for 70 years. He worked many years for Union Pacific Railroad. Prior to his retirement, he was Vice President of a national insurance company. Survived by his wife and four children, Gloria, Janice, Patricia and Richard; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; his brother Bryce and sister Deon. A viewing will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 So., Salt Lake City, Utah. Graveside services to follow at the Grantsville City Cemetery. The family expresses sincere appreciation to the staff of Silverado Aspen Park Rehabilitation Center. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the endowed scholarships Parks and Recreation extension at the University of Utah/Project GAIN, a program which supports golf lessons for individuals with disabilities: PRT U of U/Project GAIN, Room 200, 250 So. 1850 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0920. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Russell, Steve Gill Steve Russell "Still Riding" He was born Steven Gill Russell in Salt Lake City, May 24, 1952 and passed away September 10, 2005. He graduated from Granite High School 1970, other achievements included a Brown Belt in Kempo Karate and a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. He pursued his career with Technical schooling in the Steel Fabrication Industry. He later went on to run Structural Steel for 10 years and ultimately opened up his own steel business in 1986 where he and his wife have owned and operated Steel Works Inc. for the past 20 years. Steve was also an avid hunter of ducks and bucks. But his true passion was always searching for the trophy elk with his best friend Bob Larson. Even on the day he passed away, he was found in his camouflage sitting on his 4-wheeler with his hands gripped to the handle bars, ready to ride. He was a devoted family man and spent countless hours helping anyone who needed it. Everyone who knew Steve, knew all you had to do was talk to him and you had an instant friend. Steve is survived by his best friend and wife, Nikki; mother, Carol Russell; two sons, Chris and Brett Russell, and his daughter, Georgia (Allan) Davidson; three sisters, Patty Russell, Dawn (David) Lucas, Sue (Scott) Knaub and brother, Shane (Tammy) Russell. A special thank you goes out to all of our employees at Steel Works who have dedicated themselves through their continued employment to help Steve's legacy live on. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and from 10:45 until 11:45 a.m. prior to the service on Saturday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Steve loved Levis. Dress accordingly. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Scherer, Fred Fred Scherer 1933 ~ 2005 Our Sweetheart of a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend Frederick Karl Scherer passed away Sept. 13, 2005 at American Fork Hospital after a valiant struggle with cancer. We grieve our loss, but rejoice he is having a great reunion with loved ones gone on before him. Fred was born in Provo, Utah on August 16, 1933 to Karl and Alice Sutherland Scherer. He attended Provo schools, graduating from Provo High School. He lettered in Basketball and Football. He married his high school sweetheart, Marbra Coles, in 1953. He proudly served his country in the US Air Force for four years. Upon returning, he attended the University of Utah. After graduating in Electrical Engineering, he joined Chevron Corporation where he worked for over 33 years. Although he achieved much in his life he remained a humble man who always showed perfect love to his family and to everyone who came to know him He is survived by his wife Marbra and children Alison (Kip) Gibson, Timothy (Allison) Scherer and Matthew (Kristi) Scherer and nine perfect grandchildren Derek Gibson, Dana (Landon) Garner, Amy Gibson, Jared Gibson and Madison, Hannah, Isabel Scherer and Jack and Paige Scherer. Funeral services for Fred will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Alpine 12th LDS Ward Chapel, 910 South High Bench Road, Alpine, Utah. Family and friends may call Saturday morning from 9:00-11:00 a.m. also at the Alpine 12th Ward Chapel. interment, Alpine City Cemetery. Funeral Directors, Warenski Funeral Home of American Fork, Utah. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Simmons, Jacqueline O'Neill Jacqueline O'Neill Simmons 1937 ~ 2005 Jacqueline O'Neill Simmons passed away in her sleep early September 14, 2005, after losing a fight with cancer. Her husband of 47 years, Steve, was by her side. Jackie was a devoted and loving wife, a caring and compassionate mother to their three daughters, Kistie Simmons, Stephanie Simmons Davis and Cindi Simmons Thompson, and always a generous and thoughtful grandmother to Matthew, Sara, Brian and Nicole Davis and Emily Thompson. Her children and grandchildren were a great source of pride and joy. Jackie was born May 27, 1937, in Salmon, Idaho, to John T. O'Neill (deceased) and Ruby L. O'Neill and spent most of her growing up years in Ogden, UT. She graduated from Utah State University and was an active participant in her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega throughout her adult life, including serving as their National Vice President of Finance from 1992-94. For 22 years she and her family lived in Northridge, CA, where Jackie enjoyed her career in Real Estate. She and Steve relocated back to Utah in 1995, and most recently acquired an additional residence in Sun City West, AZ. She loved camping, skiing, golf and life. Jackie always maintained a positive attitude, including during the recent months of uncomfortable illness. Her family and many friends will miss her quick wit, frankness, kindness and devotion. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 17 at 2 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers, Jackie requested donations be made to the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation and directed to the Jacqueline O'Neill Simmons Leadership Fund named in her honor, 5939 Castle Creek Parkway North Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Smith, Louise Louise Smith "Precious Grandma" Louise Smith daughter of David Asael and Emily Jenkins Smith and the youngest of nine children, born March 23, 1916 returned peacefully to her Father in Heaven Sept. 12, 2005. She was an example of service, love and courage her entire life. At the age of 25, she took on the responsibility of raising her brother's children and soon after, the care of her parents. She considered this to be a blessing and the children called her mother. She served in many capacities in the LDS Church and served a full time mission to Canada. In her later years, she loved to create beautiful things for friends and family and was always generous and humble in her giving. She enjoyed being available whenever she could help and often took friends to doctor's appointments or the grocery store. Her brothers included David J, Asael J., Alfred J., Robert J., Edward J., Elmer J., and Hyrum J. and sister Mahala. She is survived by her daughter Sydney Lee Smith (O.. Richard Flack), her grandchildren Ric (Nikki), Mindy, Laurel, Chari (Shawn Goff), and Justin (Bethany), and her great-grandchildren Regan, Kelsie, Kennedi, Abby, and McKinley. Also by James Stull Smith (Susan) and their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and her countless nieces, nephews and sister in law, Elsie Kay Smith. We would like to thank the dear staff at the Legacy House of Taylorsville for the loving tenderness shown to her. Funeral services will be held at LeGrande ward 1078 South McClelland on Friday September 16, 2005 at 12:00 noon. Viewing to be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple and one hour prior to the funeral. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/14/2005 - 9/15/2005. Tanner, Grant C. Grant C. Tanner 1923 ~ 2005 KEARNS- Grant C. Tanner passed away September 11, 2005. Grant was born in Granger, Utah January 4, 1923 to Charles Fredrick and Minerva Day Tanner. Married Bessie Dean Cahoon, later divorced. Married LaRae Cregor, she passed away. Married Maudine Snowden Byers and children on December 1966. Grant had many special talents, playing his harmonica and keyboard very well. Even with his severe hearing loss, he learned to lip read at an early age. He loved life and lived it to the fullest, always an optimist, he worked hard and played hard. He rode horses, bowled with the majors, loved roller skating, dancing, fishing, hunting, golfing and the Utah Jazz. As a young man, he had a convertible, later his campers, motorhome and boat. He loved going to Arizona in the winter. He was pampered by all the family as his health was failing the last few years, giving him presents and Wendover money. Then taking a trip with his wife and three couples, his "kids". Survivors: LaRae's daughter, Karen Lautonsock; wife, Maudine and the "Byers" children, Patrick, Patricia (Guy), Clayton, Keith (Sandy), Marilyn (Scott) and Robert (Betty); brother, Fred (Sherry) Tanner; sister, Connie (Clifton) Casper; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Bill and Stew; sisters, Janet Landers and June Norton. Grant was proud of his Mormon Heritage. Special thanks to Murray Care Center, Silverado Hospice, and especially Johnny Lazano Home Heath Aid and Aging Aid at Murray. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a viewing Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and on Saturday from 12:45 until 1:45 p.m. prior to the service. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Thompson, Shirley Ruth Milligan Shirley Ruth Milligan Thompson 1927 ~ 2005 Our sweet mother passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving children on Saturday, September 10, 2005 in Salt Lake City, 22 years to the day after losing her childhood sweetheart, lifelong mate, and our father, Carty. Born the last of five daughters on November 4, 1927 in Ogden, Utah to William Kerr Milligan and Violet Jane Rouse Milligan, she is survived by two sisters, Virginia Barty of Muscatine, Iowa and Marion Gill of Clinton. Two sisters preceded her in death, Vee Malouf of California, and Dorothy Close Blodgett of Utah. She is also survived by a son and three daughters, Michael Carty Thompson St James of Ogden; Terry Ann Panas of Taylorsville; Patsy Lee Bowman of Murray; and Judy Renae McIntyre of West Jordan. She was the grandmother of 11, and great-grandmother of 15, who will miss her soft hands and smiling eyes always. During her full life, she lived in Ogden, Sunset, and Salt Lake City, and for a time in Henderson, Nevada, in Kirkland and Duvall, Washington, and in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Wherever she was in her life, her family was her home. Nephew Larry Barty has observed "She was easy to love, and gave her love easily and generously." That simple statement says it all. Mom had a rich and colorful childhood with the other Milligan Girls and her parents on Eccles Avenue in Ogden, and she loved to reminisce and to share stories of this period of her life with us. We treasured these moments with her when her face was alight with memories of her past. Late in her life, she was blessed to reunite twice with her two surviving sisters and all of her nieces and nephews. These reunions were precious times that she treasured in the core of her soul. They were fitting exclamation points to the passages of her life. We thank all who helped to give these gifts to our mother, especially those who traveled great distances to make them possible. We would like to thank the staff of CareSource Hospice Residence for helping us to ease mom's way during the final five days of her life. They helped us keep our promise to our father that we would take good care of mother. We will never forget their kindness and compassion. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 17 at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City. Friends and family may come to visit from 10 a.m. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Turner, William Nisbet William Nisbet Turner Devoted Father, Grandfather William Nisbet Turner, age 82, died September 13, 2005, in Legacy House. He was born on May 4, 1923, in Clear Creek to Sylvester Samuel and Janet Turner. He married Colleen Birch on April 1, 1946, in Salt Lake City Temple. Bill enjoyed fishing, boating, woodworking, camping and hunting. He was a master plumber and loved playing with grandkids and Bruder. He touched everyone he met with his smile and his sense of humor. He is survived by three children, Craig (Nancy), Pam (Doug) Malone, Roger (Marsha), seven grandchildren and one sister Marion Hilton. He was preceded in death by his wife Colleen Turner, three brothers and one sister. Our deepest appreciation to those at Legacy House and Hospice who helped take care of dad. Graveside services will be held Saturday September 18, 2005 at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South, at 11 a.m. Viewing will be held Friday, September 16, 2005, from 6 - 8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East and one hour prior to graveside services at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary. Condolences can be sent to www.celebratinglife-ut.com. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005. Wright, Chadburn E. Chadburn E. Wright 1918 ~ 2005 Chadburn Ezekiel Wright, age 87, died September 13, 2005 in Richfield, Utah. He was born January 10, 1918 , Ogden, Utah, to John Leo and Sarah Ida Buck Wright. Married Beth B. Butterfield, October 17, 1941 in Malad, Idaho. Marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple, April 6, 1959. Beth died January 10, 1990. Chadburn served in the US Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion and an active member of the LDS Church, where he was a High Priest and served as a Scout Leader, in the Elder's Quorum Presidency and as a Temple Worker in the Jordan River Temple. He enjoyed fishing, square dancing, cars, softball and hunting. Survived by his children: Errol C. Wright, Redmond; Vera Artheel Wright, Salt Lake City; Mona and Chuck Johanson, Redmond; Denton A. and Karen Wright, Murray; and an adopted son, Mark Dillenbeck, Ogden; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife; parents; two brothers and two sisters. Grave side services will be Friday, September 16, 2005, 12 Noon in the Murray City Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary in Murray, Friday morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Burial with military honors by the Orem American Legion Post #72 will be in the Murray City Cemetery. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/15/2005.