OBITS: Daily Herald 5 Dec 2004; Provo, Utah co., Utah

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Buller, Erwin Alfred
Erwin Alfred Buller, adored father and grandfather, returned home, December 2,
2004, at the age of 85. He was born in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, on August 15,
1919, the only child of Sara Dick and Peter Buller. After graduating high
school, with the Class of 1937, in Mountain Lake, Erwin moved to Provo and met
Rachel K. Knudson. They married January 10, 1944. He served in the U.S. Navy
during WWII and returned home in 1946 to start his own electrical contracting
company. He and Rachel enjoyed flying the company airplane to and from job
sites spanning Southern Utah. After retirement, Erwin and Rachel spent a great
deal of time traveling the country in their motorhome. He also enjoyed summers
at their Provo Canyon property. His hobbies included building electric trucks,
playing solitaire on the computer, and listening to polkas. Survivors include
his only child, Joyce Rae Garner, and her husband, Charles; four
grandchildren: Cami, Jessie, Candace, and CJ; and two great-grandchildren,
Victoria and Braiden. He was loved dearly and will be greatly missed. Funeral
services will be held Tuesday, December 7, 2004, at 11 a.m., at the Berg
Mortuary Drawing Room Chapel, 185 E. Center Street, Provo, Utah. Friends may
call at the mortuary one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the
Provo City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.bergmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Dove, Darcy Leon
Darcy Leon Dove The Gentle Bear has returned home, on November 30, 2004, at
the age of 72. He moved ahead to join those who went before, and to set up
camp and prepare a site for us who remain. He passed away after a long season
of illness. Dad was born in Summerset, Colorado, on October 20, 1932, to David
McKinley Dove and Eva Muhlstein Dove. He was the 3rd of six children. He grew
up in the Colorado Mountains, where he came to love wildlife and nature. He
was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dad had an
abundance of love and patience for his family. He was industrious and had a
good work ethic. He had the gifts of telling a great story and making those
around him feel special. He was pleasant and kind, even while being very ill.
He was generous to many, including those in need. These values he has passed
on to his family. And these we esteem as our most cherished inheritance. About
the time he was attending and graduating from Provo High School, he met his
sweetheart, RaNae Hopla (Rannie), and they married on October 18, 1952, just
before Dad left to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He returned
to Utah, where he lived a full and productive life, the kind of life that made
him a hero to his two daughters: Stacy Dove Hone and Sherron Dove Ahlin. He
made our childhood wonderful by sharing his love of animals and the
out-of-doors, helping us catch frogs, polliwogs, and salamanders. He loved to
bring us home baby critters, such as baby birds, squirrels, ground hogs,
lambs, horses etc.; even letting us keep a baby skunk, fully scented. He
worked in the grocery business, starting as a bag boy at the age of 15,
working his way up to becoming the manager of Safeway stores. Later his dreams
were realized when he became a grocery business owner of Welcome Mart. He
loved owning and polishing shiny red Ford trucks. He was and avoid hunter,
later retiring his rifle for a camera, becoming a talented photographer,
sharing this gift and photos with family and friends. Dad and Mom have resided
in Payson for over 30 years. He loved the holidays, especially Thanksgiving
and Christmas, and always made them fun. His favorite pastime was spoiling his
grandchildren, each one feeling they were his favorite. The family gathered
every Sunday at Mom and Dad's, while Dad made special announcements and gave
out awards honoring his grandchildren's achievements. It is impossible to
replace a man like this in our lives. The family wishes to express their
deepest thanks to the physicians and staff of Mt. View Hospital ICU for their
outstanding care. He is survived by his wife, RaNae; and daughters, Stacy Hone
(Michael), Payson; and Sherron Ahlin (Mark), of Santaquin; seven
grandchildren: Preston, Summer (Seely), Dusty, and Tina Hone; Kody, Tawnie,
and Brandon Ahlin; a great-grandson, Keagen Seely; siblings: Robert (Orem),
LaJoy Simmons "Sis" (Orem), Deon (St. George), and Marvin (St. George). He was
preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Kenneth; and a dear grandson,
Kasey Hone. At Dad's request, a small private family service was held at
Payson Walker Mortuary. He was laid to rest at the Evergreen Cemetery in
Springville. Happy Trails, Dad!
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Fritz Jr., George Richard
George Richard Fritz, Jr., age 77, passed away, November 30, 2004, in Vernal,
Utah. George was born on August 14, 1927, to George Richard, Sr., and Elnora
Wilson Fritz, in Maysville, Kentucky. He served in WWII, in the Navy. George
has called his home in many places, including: Ohio, Alabama, and Provo, Utah.
From Provo, George came to Vernal, Utah, where he spent his remaining twelve
years. George loved to fish and spend a lot of time at Strawberry Reservoir
and big Sand Wash Reservoir. He loved to take drives on the backroads in
Vernal, just to see the scenery. He worked for Heckitt Engineering for a
number of years. He also worked as a heavy equipment operator until he retired
from Local #3 of the Operating Engineers. George is survived by his constant
companion, Jean, of thirty-eight years; his son, George Richard III; his
daughter, Georgene; and his sister, Rosemary Parish; along with two
grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his
father, George, Sr., and his daughter, Barbara Ann. At his request, no service
will be held. Donations may be made to the Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Arrangements were provided by Thomson-Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Hill, James Jackson
James Jackson Hill Wellsville, Utah - James Jackson Hill died of natural
causes at the age of 94, Wellsville, Utah, in his own home as he requested. He
was born on September 10, 1910, in Roberts, Jefferson, Idaho, to Chancey
Eugene Hill and Hermonie Jackson. He has lived in Idaho; and, in Roosevelt,
Provo, and Wellsville, Utah. He served a mission to the Central States
Mission. After his return, he was drafted and served in Europe in World War
II, as a medic. He returned home, met and married his spouse, LaVetta Carter,
who was the daughter of Layfayette Carter and Hettie Rebecca Tanner. He was
preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, and 3 sisters: Horace, Roy
Harold, June Hill, Alta Lovell, Crystal Broderick, Laurel Redd; as well as a
grandson, Robert Mathew Hill; and a granddaughter, Adie Elizabeth Ann Hill. He
is survived by his spouse; his children: Jimmy Hill, of Elk, Washington; Marla
Price, of San Antonio, Texas; Betty Horlacher, of Wellsville, Utah; Robert
Hill, of Huntington, Utah; Julia Purser, of Pocatello, Idaho; Shirley
Shallbetter, of Magna, Utah; Nancy Leafty, of Magna, Utah; Helen Wheeler, of
Syracuse, Utah; Richard Hill, of Lehi, Utah; his brother, George Hill; and
sisters: Faun Bosworth, Joy Adams, Raola Lee, Wanda Daley, & Eva Ford; 43
grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren. We will miss his wonderful presence in
our midst and we honor him for the wonderful father, grandfather, and great
grandfather that he was. He will truly be missed. We express our greatest
thanks for all who knew and helped serve our father in any way. Our deepest
appreciation goes to the Rocky Mountain Hospice workers who helped in the last
few weeks of his life. He truly loved and appreciated them. Thanks to all who
have assisted in the past year. Those wishing to attend, the funeral will be
held in the new Purple Church at 195 S. Center, Wellsville, Utah. A viewing
will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2004, at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, from 5-7
p.m.; and, also at the new Purple Church from 9-10 a.m. before the funeral
which starts at 10:30 a.m. There will also be a small service before interment
in the Provo City Cemetery, which will be at 3 p.m.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Ivie, Milton Dale
Milton Dale Ivie, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at
the Orchard Park Care Center in Orem. He was born January 11, 1923, in Salina,
Utah, a son of Milton Oran and Elna Fern Curtis Ivie. He married Shirley Mae
James, September 21, 1944, in Provo, Utah. Shirley passed away July 13, 1991.
Milton served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was
stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii, during the service. He attended college in
Hawaii. Milton assisted the U.S. government in the operation of the M.A.R.S.
Network during the Vietnam Era. He continued to be a H.A.M. radio operator for
many years. He retired from Geneva Steel, after 37 years, where he worked as a
Master Electrician. In the early years of television, he pioneered and
developed early television transponders for several counties in Utah and
Colorado. Milton had a passion for creating and fixing things; he especially
enjoyed woodworking, mechanics, building model airplanes. He owned and
operated a TV and radio repair and hobby shop. Milton made many family video
tapes and was an avid rock hound. Survivors include his four sons and two
daughters: Rodney (Glenda) Ivie, of Saratoga Springs; Susan (Nick) Gonzales,
of Orem, Utah; James (Janice) Ivie, of Orem; Jean (David) Hard, of Rocklin,
California; Dwayne (Peggy) Ivie, of Orem; and Kieth Ivie, of Provo, Utah. He
is also survived by 27 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great
grandchildren; two sisters and one brother: Nide (Ernie) Hohrein, of Provo,
Utah; LaVern (Eldon) Walker, of Pleasant Grove, Utah; and Virgil Ivie, of Las
Vegas, Nevada. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Shirley; his
brother, Jean Ivie; sister, Leona Ivie; and a great grandson, Kasey Rymer. A
special thanks to all those who helped to care for our Dad. Funeral services
will be held Tuesday, December 7, 2004, at Noon, in the Cascade Chapel at
Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 South State St, Orem. Friends may call Monday
from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home; and, also 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the
services on Tuesday. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery, with
Military Rites provided by the American Legion Post #72.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Norris, Mary Louise
Mary Louise Norris 9/28/1947 - 12/1/2004 Mary Louise Norris, daughter of Lyle
and Jean Norris, age 57 passed away 1 December 2004 at Timpanogos Hospital in
Orem, Utah from a cardiac arrest. Mary was born 28 September 1947 in Las
Vegas, Nevada and also lived in Okinawa, Virginia, Texas and New Mexico. She
graduated from high school at Johnson Air Base, Japan and was a graduate of
Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico. Mary was a member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was active all her life.
She served as a primary teacher, relief society teacher, chorister, assistant
nursery leader, and ward librarian. Mary loved to sing and was a member of the
Ward choir. She loved books and was an avid reader. She loved to crochet and
made many gifts for others. She enjoyed working logical puzzles and watching
Jeopardy. Mary was always willing to help anyone. Survived by parents, Lyle
and Jean Norris of Orem, siblings, Paul (Rebecca), Chula Vista, CA; Naomi
(Greg) Damron, Salt Lake City; Jim (Cindy), Sandy; Ann (Val) Peterson, Orem; 7
nieces, 4 nephews, 1 great niece and 2 great nephews. Funeral services will be
held, Monday, December 6, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at the Timpview 8th Ward, 1000
North 600 West, Orem, Utah. Friends may call Sunday, December 5, 2004, at the
church from 6-7:30 p.m. and the day of the service from 10-10:45 a.m.
Interment Orem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, an educational scholarship fund
has been established. Contributions may be made to the Mary Norris trust
account at any Zions Bank.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.

Richards, Shirley Mae Axtell
Shirley Mae Axtell Richards passed away November 30, 2004, in Orem, Utah. She
was born May 30, 1930, in Weed, California, to Edward and Ida Axtell. Shirley
married Ralph S. Richards, August 30, 1949, and they were sealed in the Salt
Lake Temple, September 6, 1949. Shirley grew up in Weed and Grenada,
California. She attended high school in Yreka, California, and attended
business college in Sacramento. Shirley retired after 27 years with the
Siskiyou County Welfare Department in California. Shirley was an avid reader
and was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served
in many callings, including Primary and Relief Society. Shirley and Ralph
served several years as Member Locater Missionaries. Shirley also loved
working in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple, until her illness. She is preceded in
death by her husband, Ralph; and one son, Ronald. She is survived by one son,
Mac Richards, and his wife, Patty; and five grandchildren: Kendra, Sterling,
Hannah, Stuart, and Alec. She is also survived by one brother, Edward M.
Axtell, Jr., of Placeville, California. Shirley's family would like to thank
the staff of Orchard Park Care Center for their warm and wonderful care of
Shirley. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 7, 2004, at 11 a.m.,
in the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem. Friends may
call from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be Oakley
Cemetery, Utah. Condolences may be sent to the family at:
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/5/2004.