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Adams, Virginia Olpin         
Virginia Olpin Adams 1932 ~ 2005 (Elva) Virginia Olpin Adams passed away
peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2005 in Salt Lake City at the age of 73
after a strong "iron will" battle with several diseases. She was born July 19,
1932 in Flushing, New York to Dr. Albert Ray Olpin, previous President of the
University of Utah and Elva Chipman Olpin. Virginia married Neal Harris Adams
in the Salt Lake Temple on December 23, 1952. Her husband preceded her in
death on October 18, 1965. Virginia is a member of the LDS Church where she
filled many assignments. She enjoyed singing in the church choir for many
years and also enjoyed visiting teaching with other members. Many were touched
by her generous nature. Virginia worked for ZCMI where she managed the
children's clothing department and later worked in the store's popular bakery.
She retired in July 1997 after 25 years of service. Virginia was an avid
sports fan, diligently following the University of Utah gymnastics,
basketball, and football games. But most of all, Virginia loved her family.
She was committed to her everlasting relationship with her husband and made
being a homemaker and raising her children her priority. She is survived by
her daughter Linda Rae Adams Anderson Geigle (Larry) and son Kenneth Harris
Adams (Faith) both from Murray, Utah, four grandchildren; Sharlene Anderson
Dunn (Ryan Evans), Melissa Geigle Green (Brad), Christopher Wayne Adams
(Erin), Nicholas Neal Adams and two great-grandchildren; Jordan Rae Dunn and
Casey James Dunn and two sisters and a brother; Helen Rae Olpin Snow Callahan
living in Salt Lake City, Barbara Jean Hooks living in Draper, and Howard Ray
Olpin (Marilyn) living in Plano, Texas. She will be missed by all of her
family and friends. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005
at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive at 2 p.m. Family and friends can
call one hour prior to the service or on the evening prior from 6 to 8 p.m.
Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests donations be made for Charity Care in memory of Virginia to
the Deseret Foundation, 8th Avenue C Street, SLC, UT 84143.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Ashton, Michelle Madsen       
Michelle Madsen Ashton 1963 ~ 2005 GUNNISON, UTAH- Michelle Madsen Ashton, 42,
of Gunnison, Utah, passed away September 17, 2005, at her home in Gunnison
with her family by her side. She was born January 30, 1963, in Gunnison, Utah
to Jack Gail and Mary Lois Greaves Madsen. She married Bret H. Ashton, June
28, 1983, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Michelle was a unique individual who
used her talents to bless the lives of anyone she came in contact with. Her
passion for creativity, nature, beauty and things that stirred the heart, have
influenced the lives of many. Her greatest joy and happiest times were spent
with her family at ball games, backyards, the cabin, Lake Powell, or around a
quilt top. Michelle is a perfect example of a kindred neighbor and friend. She
was always giving of her time and talents unselfishly. She faithfully served
in the Primary, Young Womens, and Relief Society organizations of the LDS
Church. Her beautiful smile and bright countenance will be treasured forever.
She is survived by her husband Bret of Gunnison; children, Gaven Ashton,
McKell Ashton, Taylor Ashton, Conner Ashton, all of Gunnison; parents, Jack
and Mary Lois Madsen, Christenburg; brothers and sisters, Russell Madsen,
Page, AZ; Dale (Sunee) Madsen, Yorbalinda, CA; David (Debra) Madsen,
Christenburg; Diane (Allen) Dyreng, Gunnison; Jenene (Mark) Monroe, Scipio;
Scott (Kerri) Madsen, South Jordan; father and mother-in-law: Larry (Joan)
Ashton, Mapleton; Teddy (Al) Chappell, Manti. Preceded in death by
grandparents, Milton and Jennie Greaves, Parley and Miranda Madsen. Funeral
service will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005, at 12:00 Noon in the
Gunnison Stake Center. Friends may call at the Stake Center on Wednesday from
6 to 8 p.m. and again on Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in
the Mayfield Cemetery. Funeral directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina,
Manti. On line guest book at www.maglebymortuary.com. The Ashton family wished
to express a special thanks to those who have taken care of Michelle: Dr.
Dwight Inouye and Jocie Blackburn, Dr. Sandra Buys and the Huntsman Cancer
Institute, Gunnison Valley Hospital, Gunnison Home Health staff and many
friends and family.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Atkinson, Mildred Watkins          
Mildred Watkins Atkinson 1915 ~ 2005 Mildred Watkins Atkinson, 89, died
peacefully September 15, 2005, of natural causes and a heartfelt desire to
rejoin her sweetheart who preceded her. We will miss her deeply. Her work
career started as a buyer for ZCMI, then as a homemaker for her family and
finally as office manager for Covey Investments. Mildred was active in the LDS
church where she served in Primary, Young Women's and Relief Society
presidencies. She made her home in the Parley's wards for 49 years. Most often
she was found playing the organ. Music was her constant companion and her
organ and piano playing, singing and dancing are a lasting legacy of memories
to her family. Her membership in Lady Lions Club and other community groups
brought her great satisfaction and lifelong friends. She and Loyal traveled
worldwide together. She was known for her beautiful quilts. Knitting, cooking,
swimming, golf and bridge were just a few of her hobbies. Her life was filled
with service and compassion for family and friends. Mildred was born December
6, 1915, in Frontier, Wyoming, to Nymphus Jay Watkins and Estella Thomas. She
married Loyal King Atkinson on September 4, 1946. She is survived by her
children: Rhoana (Harold) Shaw, Bruce (Chris) Atkinson; sister, Patricia
(Cecil) Whiting; eight grandchildren, six great-grand-children and nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Loyal; sisters, Evelyn
Nielsen, and Elizabeth Slagle. Funeral Services will be held Thursday Sept.
22, 2005 at 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 3401 South Highland Dr,
where friends may call Wed. Sept 21, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from
10:45 - 11:45 a.m. prior to the services.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Averett, Clyde Milton         
Clyde Milton Averett 1926 ~ 2005 Clyde Milton Averett passed away September
18, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born January 29, 1926, in Salt Lake City,
Utah to Witt and Elsie Averett. He graduated from South High School in 1944
and spent the next 16 months in the Army Air Force. He married his high school
sweetheart Maxine Kendall on March 15, 1945, and marriage was later solemnized
September 17, 1945, in the Salt Lake Temple while on military leave. He served
as Ward Clerk to four bishops, Stake and Ward Young Men Mutual Association,
Sunday School Superintendent and Ward Family History Consultant. Clyde retired
from Hill Air Force Base in 1986 where he was engaged in the development of
Logistic Computer Systems involving worldwide application and required
extensive travel throughout the United States. His years of retirement were
spent at the cabin he designed and built on the North slopes of the Uintahs.
Enjoyed traveling and most recently following the Utes (basketball and
football teams). Enjoyed visiting with children, grandchildren and great
grandchild. Survived by his wife, Maxine; daughters Judy (Brian) Mitchell,
Devra (John) Caminiti, Laurence (Carl) Boyer, Gaylin (Jim) Ford; 20
grandchildren and 28 grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, brothers,
Kenneth Averett, Rex Larsen and sister, Viola Yeagman. Services will be held
Thursday, September 22, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Bountiful Heights 41st Ward,
33 South 1500 East. Viewing will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2005 from 7-
9 p.m. and one hour prior to services. Interment: Lakeview Memorial Cemetery,
Bountiful, Utah.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Boman, Ray L.       
Ray L. Boman 8/22/1921~9/18/2005 Ray LaMarr Boman, our beloved husband,
father, grandfather and brother passed away peacefully Sunday. Surrounded by
his family he left this life to begin another mission for the Lord. He died
from injuries sustained after a fall from a ladder on Wednesday evening. Ray
was born August 22, 1921 in Lewiston, Utah to Golden and Pheobe Boman. He has
five brothers (Alva, Don, Lael, Asel, Ted) and two sisters (Connie Morrison,
Mary Downs). In August of 1944, he married his sweetheart, Joye Bambrough, in
the Salt Lake Temple. After graduating from North Cache High School in 1939,
he enlisted in the Naval Aviation Cadet Program and was commissioned as a Navy
Fighter Pilot. During World War II he served his country in the South Pacific.
In 1950 he received a degree in Aeronautics from Utah State University and
spent the next 33 years as a FAA air traffic controller. He and Joye visited
64 temples across the world. As part of his travels he has snow skied the
slopes of Utah, water-skied at Lake Powell, and fished at Yellowstone. He has
snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef, walked on the Great Wall of China, hiked
the glaciers of Alaska, marveled at the Andes Mountains in Chile, participated
in an African Safari, and traveled 49 states in the motor home. Ray has been
valiant in his church callings, especially his seventeen years in Scouting
where he received Scouting's highest honor, The Silver Beaver. He served in
three bishoprics, was a Bountiful Temple ordinance worker, and was currently
serving as the ward mission leader. He and Joye served full time in the
Micronesia, Guam Mission and the Orlando, Florida Mission. He was known for
his leadership in the Exchange Club and was responsible for displaying and
honoring the American Flag. He is credited for installing many Freedom Shrines
which contain our nations founding documents in local schools. He has been
actively involved in the WIT Club. His greatest joy and blessing has been his
four children: Brenda Carter (Paul) Aurora, CO., Bradley Boman (MaryAnn)
Pasadena, CA, Al Boman (Debbie) Bountiful, UT, and JoLene Bunnell (Brent),
Lindon, UT., and his thirteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Mueller Park 3rd Ward chapel, 1825 S 850 E in Bountiful. Friends and family
may call Wednesday evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary at
295 N Main, Bountiful and Thursday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. at the
church prior to services. Interment-Lakeview Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the
Exchange Club of Bountiful at 768 South 750 East, Bountiful, Utah 84010.
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Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Bozich, Gloria Kathryn Olson       
Gloria Kathryn Olson Bozich 05/22/23 ~ 09/19/05 In loving memory of our
beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who passed away
peacefully in Salt Lake City on Sept. 19, 2005, with her husband at her side.
Born May 22, 1923, in Murray, UT to Ernest Wicks and Goldie Kathryn Olson
Fallentine. She grew up in Salt Lake City, graduated from South High School at
the age of 16, English Major at the U of U and a true blue B.Y.U. fan. She was
an avid reader and had a wonderful sense of humor. She loved music. Upon her
passing she will be greeted by loving family members and a collection of
numerous pets. Gloria married Anthony T. Bozich II on April 9, 1944. Later
solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, enjoying 61 years of marriage. She was an
active member of the LDS Church. Survived by her husband, Anthony Thomas II;
six children, Anthony Thomas III, Craig, Carol West, Greta Burler, Gail
Conlin, Eric and her brother Eugene R. Fallentine. Preceded in death by her
parents, stepfather, brother Ernest and grandson Brian. Services will be held
Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wasatch 8th Ward, 3625 Dover Hill
Drive (7660 South), Salt Lake City, UT. Friends may visit one hour prior to
the service. Interment at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800
South, Salt Lake City, UT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in her
name to Primary Children's Medical Center. Our family appreciates the kind
care of Dr. David J. Howe, and the staff of St. Mark's Hospital.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Chatterton, Thelma Gilbert         
Thelma Gilbert Chatterton 9/23/1921 ~ 9/18/2005 Thelma Gilbert Chatterton, age
83, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2005, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thelma
was born September 23, 1921 in Fairview, Idaho to Frank James and Matilda
Barlow Gilbert. She married Willis Atkinson Chatterton September 22, 1944 in
the Salt Lake LDS Temple; who preceded her in death December 24, 1986. Thelma
was a woman of great character, faith, talent, kindness, humor, and
independence. She was an active member of the LDS church and served in the
Eastern States Mission. She also served in many church callings including the
Relief Society, Primary, and was the Young Women's president. Thelma loved to
learn. She graduated from Preston High School and earned her B.A. from the
University of Utah in 1982. She loved sports, was an enthusiastic fan of the
U. of U. and the Utah Jazz, and loved watching her kids and grandkids
participate in various activities. She loved music and was a cellist in the
Westminster Community Orchestra for many years. Thelma is survived by her 14
grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and five children, Tanya Chatterton,
Timothy Chatterton, Corinne Nasella, Patrice Winn, and Todd Chatterton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday September 21, 2005, 1 p.m. at the
Rosecrest First Ward, 3101 South 2300 East. Friends may visit with the family
Tuesday evening September 20, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary,
3251 South 2300 East, and at the church Wednesday from 11:45-12:45 p.m. prior
to the services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. We love you, Mom. You
will be greatly missed and Christmas season will not be the same without your
hand dipped chocolates.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/19/2005 - 9/20/2005.

Draper, Judy Ann         
Judy Ann Draper 1939 ~ 2005 Judy Ann Draper, 66 died September 17, 2005. Born
to Dorothy and George Foley May 25, 1939 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Only
daughter of three children. Attended West High as well as Westminster College.
Married Pherril D. Draper on February 6, 1960 in Elko, Nevada. Survived by her
children, son John, daughter Karma, (Ron Perreira), son Richard, (Anna), son
Wayne (Carla), her nine grandkids Spencer, Ashley, Whitney, Maile, Athena,
Chase, Alicia, Sydney, and Macey. Preceded in death by husband, both parents
and two brothers. In lieu of flowers the family would suggest donations be
made to the Heart and Lung Associations. Special thanks to Care Source Hospice
for their outstanding care of our parents. Graveside gathering will be
Wednesday September 21, 2005 in Mt. Olivet Cemetery at 10 a.m. 1354 East 500
South. Funeral directors Evans & Early Mortuary
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Fernandez Sr., Edwin Michael       
Edwin Michael Fernandez Sr. 1930 ~ 2005 Edwin Michael Fernandez Sr., age 75,
passed away September 14, 2005 in Vernal. He was born on June 4, 1930, to
Anacleto and Candida Souza Fernandez in Lahina Maui, Hawaii. He served in the
US Army as a CW3 from 1949-1973. His military service included two tours
during the Korean conflict and two tours in Vietnam. He married Mildred
Lorraine in Colorado Springs, Colorado on January 22, 1974. Ed worked as a
mechanic for the US Army and National Park service, he later retired in 1984.
Being born and raised in the Hawaiian Islands, he always loved and respected
the area. He enjoyed restoring classic Chevy's, especially Camaros. He also
enjoyed oriental cooking. Ed collected military insignias, and was very
interested in Veteran Affairs. He is survived by his wife, Mildred L.
Fernandez; his children, Stephanie M. Gadsden, Marlene L. Stidham, David S.
Nobriga II, Edwin M. Fernandez Jr., Darren J. Nobriga and Kathlene Waltjen;
his siblings, Violet Saladine, Rudolph Fernandez, Manuel Amard Fernandez and
Alfred Fernandez, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 11 a.m. at St. James
Catholic Church, with a rosary starting at 10 a.m. A viewing will be held
Monday, September 19, 2005 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Thomson-Blackburn Vernal
Mortuary. Burial will be in the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery on
Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005 at 10:40 a.m. Services provided by Thomson-Blackburn
Vernal Mortuary.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Fernandez, Jatino Joshua "J.J."         
Jatino Joshua Fernandez "J.J." Our special son, brother and uncle returned to
our Savior on September 18, 2005. God gave us his special gift on July 3,
1985. JJ is survived by his parents, Ruben and Candie Fernandez; brothers and
sisters, Ruben Jr. (Angie), Fernandez, Gino Fernandez, Angelica *Sam) Hafoka,
Moses (Karen) Fernandez, Gabriel (Angelina) Fernandez, Monique (Albert)
Gallegos, Orlando (Ana) Fernandez, and his baby sister, Franchesca. JJ had
numerous nephews, nieces and extended family who will miss him; his
grandparents, Oralia Fernandez and Mary Figueroa. Special thanks to Magdalena
and Alberto and Tiny Tots for the care they gave JJ. Thank you Jesus for the
20 years you let us share our love with him. Also, a special thanks to Pastor
Mark Mullens and family for your wonderful support. Funeral services will be
held Friday, September 23rd, 11:00 a.m. at Heritage Baptist Church, 1502
Walnut Dr. (450 N. 1550 W.). A viewing will be held Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m.
at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, and one hour prior to services at
the church Friday. www.larkinmortuary.com In lieu of flowers, donations are
being accepted by the family.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Grossarth, Jodi Diane         
Jodi Diane Grossarth 8/9/77 ~ 9/16/05 Our baby sister, Jodi Diane Grossarth,
passed away September 16, 2005 in her sleep in Bountiful, Utah. Jodi was born
in Portland, Oregon on August 9, 1977, the youngest of six children to Galen
W. and Barbara Ann Nisbet Grossarth. She was raised in Beaverton, OR. She
moved to Bountiful in 1994. She graduated from Woods Cross High School in 1996
and earned an associate degree from Salt Lake Community College in 1999. Jodi
worked in the telecom industry for many years for various companies, most
recently for Qwest. Jodi was the "favorite aunt" to seven nieces and two
nephews and spoiled them with movies, and trips to the arcade and the mall.
Jodi had a kind and giving heart and was quick to help someone in need. In
death, she serves others by being a skin, bone and tissue donor. Jodi was a
member of the LDS church and attended the 55th Ward in Bountiful. Most
recently she had been considering returning to college to pursue a degree in
crime scene analysis. Jodi is survived by brother, David (Deadea) Grossarth of
Buckeye, AZ; sisters, Vicky (Todd) Lowder of Salida, CA; Nancy (Jay) Jordan of
Bountiful, UT; and Julie (Dave) Carattini of Avondale, AZ; grandmother Beryl
Nisbet of Bountiful, UT, who had graciously opened her home to Jodi for the
past four months; nieces and nephews, Lindsey Alberts, Taylor Grossarth,
Allison, Janelle, Hayley and Holly Lowder, Alex and Andrew Jordan, and Bryn
Carattini. She is also survived by her stepmother, Connie Grossarth of
Buckeye, AZ and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Jodi was preceded in
death by both parents, her older brother, Steven W. Grossarth, and three
grandparents. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005 at
11:00 a.m. at the Bountiful 55th Ward Chapel, 2285 South 200 West. Friends and
family may call Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Russon Brothers
Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main and Thursday morning from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
at the church prior to services. Interment-Sunset Hills Memorial Cemetery in
Portland, Oregon on Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10 a.m. Online guest book
at www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Haley, Janet        
Janet Haley 1948 ~ 2005 Janet died Tuesday morning, September 6th, 2005, at
Lakeview Hospital, Bountiful, Utah, of complications from a severe traumatic
brain injury suffered six years earlier while mountain biking at Beaver Creek
resort, Colorado. Her loving husband Art was by her side as he always tried to
be. Janet was born February 7th, 1948 in St Joseph, Missouri to Herbert
Knadler, Sr. and Lela Faye Rapp Knadler. She graduated from St Joseph Central
High School, Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, Kansas, and
Avila College, Belton, Missouri. She graduated with degrees in Public
Administration and Health Care Administration. Before her accident she was
employed at Comphealth, Salt Lake, Utah as an Accreditations Manager. Janet
was a very active person who won many awards as a runner in 5K and 10K races.
She competed in the Macy's Marathon, Kansas City, Missouri, and the Pikes Peak
Marathon in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She loved to ski and hike and was
looking forward to more travel. The last six years in a body that no longer
worked had to have been very hard on her. Janet is survived by her husband of
26 years, Arthur, of the home in Sandy, Utah. She is survived by her parents
Herbert, Sr. and Lela Faye, of St Joseph, Missouri, and is also survived by
three brothers, Roger, Jerry, and Herbert, Jr., all of Easton, Missouri, and
numerous nephews and nieces. She had many friends who grieve her passing with
great sorrow. To know her was to have loved her. Funeral services were
conducted on September 10th at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home, St. Joseph,
Missouri, and burial at the Blakely Cemetery, Easton, Missouri. The family
suggests memorial gifts to the Brain Injury Association of Utah, 1800 S. West
Temple, Suite 203, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84115.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Hansen, Jerome Reid "Jerry"        
Jerome Reid (Jerry) Hansen 1924 ~ 2005 Beloved and cherished husband, father
and grandfather, Jerome Reid (Jerry) Hansen passed away September 15, 2005.
Jerry was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to George L. and Blanche G. Hansen on
April 1, 1924, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Jerry married Peggy Lowe in
Salt Lake City in 1949. For 56 years, they enjoyed a rich, full life together.
Jerry served in the US Army during World War II. He was injured while fighting
in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded the Purple Heart. After attending
Syracuse University and Northwestern University, Jerry graduated from Purdue
University in 1948 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jerry was proud to
receive the Purdue University Engineering Alumni Association Service Award in
1997. Jerry worked for US Smelting and Refining Company and the Johns-Manville
Company before starting his own business, JRH Sales, a manufacturer's
representative firm. Jerry had a great love of golf and was a founding member
of Willow Creek Country Club. He was also a lifelong member of the Christian
Science Church. Jerry is survived by his wife, Peggy, and three children:
Eileen Hansen (Denise Wells), of San Francisco; Scott Hansen (Peggy Norton),
of Salt Lake City; and Lisa Hansen Mietchen (Scott Mietchen), of Salt Lake
City. "Pop" is also survived by three grandchildren who adored him: Abby
Mietchen, Alex Mietchen and Maddie Hansen, all of Salt Lake City. The family
is grateful for the help of Tyrone Winston, Dorothy Brown and Renee Marquez,
who supported Jerry with great dignity. A memorial service will be held for
Jerry at noon, on Tuesday, September 20, 2005, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401
Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. The family will greet friends prior to the
service, from 10:30 to Noon. In lieu of flowers, Jerry's family would
appreciate contributions made to Second Church of Christ, Scientist, 1165
South Foothill Boulevard, Salt Lake City, UT 84108; to the Jerome R. Hansen
Scholarship Fund, c/o Purdue University Foundation, 403 West Wood Street, West
Lafayette, IN 47097; or to the School Bell Program, c/o The Assistance League
of Salt Lake City, 2090 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84109. Following
the service, a gathering will be held at Town Club, 1081 East South Temple.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/17/2005 - 9/20/2005.

Hellberg, Bernice Homer       
Bernice Homer Hellberg 1914 - 2005 Today we are celebrating the life of the
grandest lady we know, Bernice Homer Hellberg, who passed peacefully at home
Sept. 16, 2005 with her large and loving family nearby. Born June 4, 1914 in
Poplar, Idaho, to Edmund Earl and Elda Muir Homer, she also lived In Rigby,
ID. before moving to Utah. She attended West High and South High and graduated
from Salt Lake Business College. She then embarked on a long and successful
career in the aviation industry, including National Parks Airways and the
original Western Air Lines. There she met the love of her life, Carl Hellberg,
and these aviation pioneers worked and traveled the country together, building
Thompson Flying Service and Salt Lake Aircraft Parts along the way. True to
her nature of helping others, she volunteered for years with the Civil Air
Patrol, searching for and rescuing other pilots in distress. Her charm, poise,
and keen sense of humor made her an instant friend of anyone who had the good
fortune to cross her path, and she had many lifelong friends. No one ever left
her abode empty-handed! She is survived by her sister, soulmate, and fellow
musketeer Lucille Murri, close friend and brother-in-law, Mark Kasper, and
caring and loved son, Jerry (Dione) Hellberg. Preceded by sons Ken Hellberg
and Tom Hellberg, brother (Dean Homer) in WWII, and her other soulmate, and
the third musketeer, sister Eleanor Kasper. She is the proud "Gramma B" of
David (Keeley) Hellberg, Susan (Scott) Young, Debbie (Audrey) Hellberg and
Jennifer Hellberg-Nazer, and "Aunt BeBe" to Karen (Mike) Hepworth, Marilyn
(Kent) Beckman, Pat (Jim) Boynton, Tom (Melanie) Kasper, Janet (Wayne)
McArthur, Cal (Meredith) Murri, Elizabeth (Greg) Milward, Ken (Becky) Murri,
and Scott (Libby) Murri. She also adored, and was adored by, her dozens of
great-grand children, nieces and nephews. Our celebration continues Friday,
Sept. 23rd,12:00 noon at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, SLC Friends may
call the hour before services. Interment immediately following at the
Bountiful City Cemetery, 2020 South 200 West.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Hemming, Leon Wale       
Leon Wale Hemming 1914 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and
brother Leon Wale Hemming, died September 17,2005 in Napa, Calif. after a
courageous battle with cancer. \He was born October 27, 1914 in Baker, Oregon
to Albert Lee Brown and Ruth Pauline Wale. During his early years he was
raised by his grandmother Maria Paulina Bissegger Wale, whom he dearly loved.
Following his mother's divorce and marriage to John Sanford "Jack" Hemming,
the family moved to Salt Lake City, Utah. Leon attended Granite High School in
Salt Lake City and as a young man developed a passion for golf. He enjoyed
many afternoons and weekends at the Nibley Park Golf Course and the Bonneville
Golf Course with his brother Wally and friends. After graduation he took
employment at the American Smelting and Refining Company in Magna, Utah. He
met the love of his life, Ruth Oviatt, at Utah's famed Lagoon resort in
Farmington and they married in 1943. They had three children: Richard, Janet
and Shauna. During World War II, Leon helped America's war effort by working
for the Boeing Airplane Company in Seattle, Washington as a mechanic. After
the war, the family settled in Southern California at Huntington Park where
Leon worked as a valued sales executive with the Detroit-based Fruehauf
Trailer Company. The family moved to the San Francisco Bay area in 1951
settling in Hayward, California where Leon became owner of the San Leandro
Trucking Company. For more than 25 years, he was a major supplier of refined
oil to regional asphalt manufacturers, playing a role in the housing and
highway boom that accompanied California's population explosion in the 50s,
60s and 70s. Dad always balanced hard work with golf and frequent family trips
and vacations to Disneyland, Carmel, Palm Springs, Mendocino and Utah. His
favorite pastime was playing golf at Castlewood Country Club in Pleasanton,
Calif. His mastery of the game was rewarded with two holes in one and a two
handicap. He was well-loved, jovial and good-natured and helped others see the
positive side of life. He loved his family and will be remembered as a
generous and loving father and husband. He was a member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. Speaking on behalf of the grandchildren, grandson
Christian recalled Leon as a "golf instructor and tinkerer, family man and
wrestler. Well known and loved as a familiar face by chefs and waiters from
the Hickory Pit to the Lanai. A perennial joker and rascal, he never hesitated
to share a bite of dessert with a waiter or a bit of advice with "the wheel."
Revered at the track for his uncanny luck and around the green for his
graceful chip-shot. Well, this is our last farewell, and we can imagine his
watery eyes, and sensitive generosity brimming as we part. He truly is going
to heaven in a chariot. Goodbye grandpa." He is survived by Ruth, his wife of
62 years; his children Richard (Nancy) Hemming, Napa, Calif.; Janet Hemming of
Salt Lake City, and Shauna Waters of Salt Lake City; grandchildren: Christian
and Kathryn Waters, Ryan and Matthew Hemming; three sisters: June Blair,
Lorraine Tulin and Mary Ann Webster, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in
death by his parents, step-father, and brothers Wallace and Dennis. Leon will
be buried in a private family ceremony in the Farmington, Utah cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Kempe, Robert N.         
Robert N. Kempe 1934 ~ 2005 NORTH OGDEN -Robert N. Kempe, 71, former resident
of Soda Springs, Idaho, passed away peacefully with his wife and children by
his side, on Sunday, September 18, 2005 from a chronic illness. He was born
July 9, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, a son of Walter and Erika Kempe. Robert
settled in Salt Lake City until his marriage to Jeanne Anne Catmull in 1962.
They spent their first three years in Germany while he was serving with the
U.S. Army. He loved serving his country. He was a faithful member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings
including a second mission to Germany with his wife. Robert worked for the
Monsanto Company as a mechanical engineer in Springfield, Massachusetts for 11
years. In 1976 the family moved to Soda Springs, Idaho where he worked another
20 years for Monsanto. He loved the Scouting program and was awarded the
Silver Beaver for his service. Robert's hobby was photography. Surviving are
his wife, Jeanne Anne, children Robert C. (Debbie) Kempe, Heidi (Adam)
Nebeker, Karl (Wendy) Kempe, Stephen Kempe, David Kempe, Sarah (Chris) Rigby,
and Michael Kempe. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren whom he dearly
loved. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the North Ogden
2nd Ward Chapel, 770 East 2100 North. Friends may call at the Ward Chapel on
Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Holladay Memorial Park,
4900 Memory Lane, Holladay, Utah. Funeral Directors, Lindquist's North Ogden
Mortuary. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Loveland, Heber J.       
Heber J. Loveland 1936 ~ 2005 LAYTON - Heber J. Loveland, 68, died Sunday
September 18, 2005 in his home from cancer. He was born December 15, 1936 in
Boise, Idaho; son of J. Howe and Nancy Tolman Loveland. He married Patricia A.
Wallace, June 19, 1961 in Henderson, NV; and was sealed in the Mesa AZ Temple.
He served a Northern States LDS Mission. He received a B.S. degree in Nuclear
Physics. e retired after 25 years from the U.S. Dept. of Defense at HAFB. He
is survived by his wife, Patsy; children, Doug (Brigitte), ID; Brad (Faline),
UT; Bill (Susan), ID; Casey (Amy), UT; Chris (Andrea), FL; Kerry (Jeni), ID;
23 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three brothers and two sisters. He
was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and four sisters. Funeral
services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Kaysville
17th Ward, 875 E. 200 No. Friends and family may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m.
at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road and Saturday from 8:30
to 9:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Ephraim Cemetery at 4 p.m. e-mail
condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

McConnell, LeRoy Dennis       
LeRoy Dennis McConnell 1923 ~ 2005 ROY - LeRoy Dennis McConnell, 82, passed
away peacefully at his home September 18, 2005. He was born August 4, 1923 in
Sioux City, Iowa to LeRoy Sherman and Julia McConnell, and grew up in Chicago,
Illinois. On August 5, 1945 he married Edith Kujus, who preceded him in death
May 25, 1961. He then married Joan Chambers; they were later divorced. Dennis
served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in Pearl Harbor. He worked for
UNISYS for 26 years and retired in 1990. Survived by his children Dwight
(Claire) of Roy; Linda (Glen) Ballingham of Bountiful, Greg (Ginger) of
Birmingham, Alabama; Tim (Heather) of Roy; nine grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 21,
2005 at 2 p.m. at Roy City Cemetery, 5200 South 2300 West. Family and friends
may call on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary in Roy, 5865 South 1900
West. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Muir, Myrtle L. Sisam Jex          
Myrtle L. Sisam Jex Muir "Special Mom" Myrtle L. Muir passed away September
19, 2005. She was born July 9, 1911, in Midvale, UT, to Wilford M. Sisam and
Mary E. Butterfield. She married Maurice W. Jex and together had four
children; later divorced. She then married Wallace W. Muir; deceased. Myrtle
attended Jordan High School. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Her love of
life was her family and serving others. We will miss her great sense of humor.
She is survived by her children, M. Brent (Joy) Jex, Ogden; Janice (William)
Hickok, West Valley City; Darrell W. Jex, Taylorsville; sister, Patsy S.
Guthrie; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild;
and one more great-great-grandchild soon to be. Preceded in death by Maurice
W. Jex; Wallace W. Muir; Charlene Jex Luing, daughter; Raymond C. Jex,
grandson; one sister; and 3 brothers. Special thanks to all the loving care
givers at Rocky Mountain Care Center in West Valley City. Funeral services
will be held Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe
Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., where friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m.
on Wednesday and from 10-10:45 a.m. on Thursday. Interment Murray City
Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Nelson, Audrey           
Audrey Nelson 10/25/30 ~9/20/04 Mother-Grandmother Miss and love you always,
wish you were here. We need a recipe and direction. Your family.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Pickell, Virginia        
Virginia Pickell 1941 ~ 2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister
Virginia Frances Pickell, 64, of Salt Lake City, died on September 18, 2005,
of cancer. Born March 10, 1941 in New York to Frank and Frances Cusumano.
Raised in Staten Island, New York, Virginia married Frank Pickell in 1971 and
moved to Baltimore, where she lived until 2004. She was very active in both
her church and in conservative political causes. In Maryland, she had
volunteered with the Greater Baltimore Crisis Pregnancy Center, and she
continued this service in the past year by volunteering with The Pregnancy
Resource Center of Salt Lake. These organizations encourage women with
unwanted pregnancies to bring their babies to term, providing them with the
resources they need. She enjoyed a very close relationship with her
grandchildren, with whom she lived over the past year. She is survived by her
sons Mike and Chuck Donofrio and her daughter Fran Conklin. She was preceded
in death by her husband Frank in 2000. The family gives special thanks to Dr.
Shawn Brooks for the special care and attention that he gave to Virginia over
the past year. Funeral services will be held in Baltimore later this week at
the Johnson Funeral Home, 8521 Loch Raven Blvd, Towson, MD 21286.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Pitts, Howard Thomas          
H.T. Pitts 1918 ~ 2005 PRICE, Carbon Co. Utah-Howard Thomas Pitts, 86, passed
away peacefully at his home in Price on Sunday morning, September 18, 2005. He
was born in Myton, Utah on September 27, 1918 to Thomas Vivian and Ruth
Edwards Pitts. Graduated from Carbon High School. He then moved to San
Francisco, California, where he worked as an apprentice in the plumbing
business. He returned to Price where he began his own trucking business.
Married Elaine Smith, December 3, 1939. They had one daughter (Myrna). Elaine
died November 24, 1940. Served in the Pacific Islands as a SeaBee in the Navy
during World War II. He married Edna Pilling on March 4, 1946; she died March
14, 1997, after 50 years of marriage. Later, his brother, Kenneth, joined him
in forming a construction business. During this time, along with Lieb Miller,
they built the two large water tanks still in use in Price. They built bridges
in Utah and Idaho and completed many other construction projects. He also
hauled coal for many businesses in the county. In 1953, he and Kenneth also
began another business, Pitts Brother's Wrecking and Auto. He operated this
business, even after his brother's death, until he was 75 and then retired. He
was an avid fisherman, enjoyed hunting, photography, and gardening. He won the
monthly best-kept yard in Price Award two times, once in 2004 and just this
past month, 2005. He was a hard worker, successful businessman, loving
husband, father, grandfather and a well-loved neighbor and friend. He will be
missed by his family and his many friends. Survived by four daughters, Myrna
(Leonard) Trauntvein, Nephi; Charlotte (Wallace) Kilfoyle, Boise, ID; Laurel
(Thomas) Marinos, Cydney (Michael) Anderson, both of Price; two brothers and
one sister, Morgan (June) Pitts, Travor City, WI; Robert (Maxine) Pitts,
Price; and Patricia Lubbe, Las Vegas; 14 grandchildren, Shawn (Kimberly)
Trauntvein, Layton; Melanie (Howard) Bolton, Milford, MA; Todd (Amy)
Trauntvein, Johnstown, OH; Eric (Amy) Trauntvein, Payson; AnnMarie (Brandon)
Howard, Provo; Julie (James) Jones, Nephi; Kirsten (Jared) Waite, Colorado
Springs, CO; David (Arbree) Trauntvein, St. George; Brenda (Nathaniel) Golden,
Boise, ID; Bridget Campbell, Boise, ID; Ursula (Cris) Pereira, West Jordan;
Gust T. Marinos, Price; David M. Anderson, Las Vegas, NV; Terri Pierce, Price;
29 loving great-grandchildren, and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Kenneth Pitts; two sisters,
Vera Pearl Pitts and Bernice Narrisso. Funeral service, Thursday, Sept. 22,
2005, 11:00 a.m., Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main St., Price. Family will
be at Mitchell's Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00 p.m. and Thursday one hour
prior to service. Interment, Price City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/20/2005.

Topham, Wilma Swapp           
Wilma Swapp Topham 9/8/1918 ~ 9/15/2005 Wilma Swapp Topham, 87, died
peacefully in her sleep at home September 15, 2005, of heart disease. She was
born September 8, 1918 in Kanab, Utah the seventh of 10 children born to
William Spencer and Lettie May Young Swapp. Wilma spent her girlhood in the
red hills of Kanab, and was educated in public schools. In 1935, she met the
love of her life, Earl Topham of Paragonah. They were married September 9,
1935 and celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary before Earl's death in
1999. In 1941 they moved to Salt Lake, where Earl worked as a long-distance
driver for PIE. In 1946, they bought a barren acre of ground in the East
Millcreek area, and together worked for the next 50 years transforming it into
a verdant landscape with a lovely home. Their marriage was blessed with five
children. She was a devoted wife and mother, and spent her days performing
tasks foreign to many modern mothers, darning socks, sewing clothing
(including prom dresses!), cooking three meals a day, year in and year out,
washing clothes and hanging them on the line to dry, ironing, planting,
irrigating, and harvesting a large garden (then canning the produce), and
tending beautiful flower gardens. After Earl's death, Wilma's constant and
much-loved companion was her cat, Lil Kit. She had an active mind to the end
and was particularly interested in nature, history, and local, national, and
international events. She was an active member of the LDS church, and served
in various positions in the Primary and Relief Society. Her marriage to Earl
was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple in 1964. Wilma is survived by her
children (and their spouses), Kent (Janet), Jeralynn Winder (Dave), Barry
(Tri-sha), Cheryl Sue Whiteside (Ron), and Shane (Becky). She also is survived
by 20 grandchildren, and 29 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
her parents; her siblings (Gerald, Lenore Judd, Valere, Barton, Royal,
Ellsworth, Neola, Felice, and Blaine); her husband, Earl; and her
granddaughter, Susannah Topham. Funeral services will be held Thursday,
September 22, 2005, 12 noon at the Rosecrest First Ward, 3101 South 2300 East.
Friends may visit with the family Wednesday evening September 21, 2005 from
6-8 p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church
Thursday from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment and graveside
dedication will be held Friday, September 23, 2005, 1 p.m. at the Paragonah
Cemetery, Paragonah, Utah. We love you, Mom. Take a well-deserved rest,
reunited with your many loved ones, until we meet again.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/18/2005 - 9/20/2005.

Williams, Steve R.       
Steve R. Williams 1953 ~ 2005 "Bigcat" Steve R. Williams was killed while
doing one of the things he loved most, riding his bicycle in Southern, Utah.
Survived by his wife, Patty Brasher; their beloved dog, Bella; his sister,
Laura Edlund; his brothers, Dee Williams, Scott Williams, Bob Williams, and
Kip Williams; nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
one of the following - Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center 2242 W. No.
Temple, SLC, UT, 84116 or Utah Bicycle Coalition P.O. Box 581531, SLC, UT,
85158-1521. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 23, 2005 at
Washington Park, Mountain Dell Terrace, (Up Parley's Canyon) from 1-4 p.m.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 9/19/2005 - 9/20/2005.