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Cahoon, Pauline Purnell Hagen
Pauline Purnell Hagen Cahoon, affectionately known as "Pepper" or "Grandma
Pepper" to family and friends, passed from this mortal existence, Thursday,
December 23, 2004, at the age of 79. She was born in Shelley, Idaho, on June
21, 1925, to Edward LeRoy and Mary Grace Colt Hagen She was the third of eight
children. The family later moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho, where she received her
education. She married Lennis Brower, in 1942; they were later divorced. She
married Lynn Bingham "Brig" Cahoon in 1948. Their marriage was later
solemnized in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple. Pauline worked most of her adult
life, in the cafe business, as a waitress, cook, owner and manager. She worked
at Don's Cafe and the Wee Blu Inn in Payson; Lucille's in Eureka, Utah; and
the Big D Cafe in Thistle, Utah. She finished her career at Camp Strawberry,
Strawberry Valley, Utah. Through her service to the public, she acquired many
lifetime friends. After her husband's retirement, they spent the winters in
Phoenix, AZ. She is survived by her two children: Lenna Joan "Jody" Gabbitas,
Payson; and Michael Lynn (Betsy) Cahoon, Orem, UT. Also survived by three
sisters and a brother: Carol (Bill) Hureaux, Grass Valley, CA; Jean Holt,
Michigan; Mary (Bob) Ellis, Saginaw, TX; Robert (Candy) Hagen, Winatchee, WA;
5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Lynn
Bingham "Brig" Cahoon; parents; 3 brothers: O. W. Hagen, Prescott Valley, AZ;
Earl Hagen, Eugene, OR; Darrel Hagen, Shelley, ID; and a grandson. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 29, 2004, at the Payson
LDS 2nd Ward Chapel, 191 North Main Street. Family and friends may call at the
Walker Mortuary, Tuesday, December 28, 2004, from 6-8 p.m.; or, Wednesday,
9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Payson City Cemetery. Condolences may
be sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Denham, Ross B.
Ross B. Denham, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather,
86, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2004. He was born on September 18,
2004, in Iola, Kansas, to Edith Kathryn Lundberg and Charles Otto Crumley. He
was the youngest of five children. Because of his mother's poor health, the
family moved to Holbrook, Arizona. Following the untimely death of his mother,
Ross was adopted by Willard P. Denham and Lovina Brinkerhoff and was raised
and educated in Snowflake, Arizona. Ross has been a life-long member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a young man, he served as a
missionary in the North Central States Mission. He also served as a member of
the branch presidency in the Verde Valley Branch of the California Mission and
the Roswell, New Mexico Branch. He later served in numerous leadership
positions in Provo, Utah, including Bishop of University Ward, Utah Stake,
bishop's counselor, high councilman, counselor to the stake president, stake
president of the Utah Stake and regional representative in the Springville and
Heber City areas. Ross also served as a sealer in the Provo, New Zealand, and
Mt. Timpanogos temples. Ross married Clara Lock Parker on June 6, 1944, and
they were happily married for more than 60 years. They made their home in
Provo, Utah, for many years where they were active in both church and civic
activities. Ross was a charter member of the Utah Lake Lions, a member of Phi
Delta Kappa, member of Timpanogos Kiwanis Club, numerous community boards and
committees. He was a life-long supporter of young people, serving as
vice-chairman of the Provo Region Boy Scouts. He was later awarded the Boy
Scouts' Silver Beaver Award for his scouting service. He also received
numerous awards for his service to the community, including the Distinguished
Service Award presented by the Utah County Council of Governments and the
Distinguished Alumni Award presented by Brigham Young University. Ross was
elected a member of the Utah State Board of Education in 1978 and served for
four years. Ross served in the military in World War II as part of the 274
Infantry Division of the 7th Army and saw combat action in France and Germany.
Ross participated in the GI Bill and graduated with a B.A. degree from Brigham
Young University. Following a Master's degree from BYU, he was employed by the
Provo City School District for over 30 years. As both a teacher and
administrator, Ross always had a profound dedication to the educational
opportunities and welfare of the students. Ross was the principal of Provost
and Wasatch Elementary Schools, assistant principal at Provo High School and
Assistant Superintendent. He retired from the Provo City School District in
1979. Ross is survived by his beloved wife, Clara Lock Parker. He is also
survived by three sons: Paul L. Denham (Marcia), of Littleton, Colorado; Larry
R. Denham (Sue), of Farmington, Utah; Reid L. Denham (Gail), of South
Pasadena, California; 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. The family
wishes to thank the medical professionals at Lakeview Hospital, the University
of Utah Medical Center, the Surgical Intensive Care Unit, and the Salt Lake
Regional Medical Center for their service to Ross. In addition, special
appreciation is expressed to the administration and staff at The Inn on Barton
Creek for their tireless care and assistance to both Ross and Clara. Funeral
services will be held at Noon on Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at Lindquist's
Bountiful Mortuary, 727 North 400 East, Bountiful, Utah, where friends may
call from 10-11:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, Ross suggested memorial contributions to the LDS Church
Perpetual Education Fund. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 12/27/2004 - 12/28/2004.

Eickbush, Daniel
"Papa" Daniel Loren Eickbush, age 31, died December 23, 2004, at his home. Dan
was born September 17, 1973, in Bethesda, Maryland, to Francis Delano and
Candyce Lee Morasch Eickbush. He married Jennifer Marie Warner, August 30,
2001, in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple. Dan grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, where he
participated in high school sports and also earned his Eagle Scout Award. He
received his Associates Degree from Laramie County Community College in
Cheyenne, WY. He served as a missionary in Las Vegas West Mission and has
served in various church callings. Dan enjoyed hockey, especially the Colorado
Avalanche, was a Denver Broncos' fan, and loved outdoor activities. Most of
all, Dan enjoyed spending time with his precious daughter. Survived by his
wife, Jen; daughter, McKinley Eickbush (7 months); parents, Fran & Pauline
Eickbush, Lindon, Utah; grandmother, Eleanor Morasch, Cheyenne, WY; two
brothers: Greg (Chikako) Eickbush, Warren, NJ; and David (Melanie) Eickbush,
Pleasant Grove, UT; step-sisters: Valerie, Michelle, and Colleen Johnson, of
Salt Lake City; and Monica, Costa Mesa, CA. Dan was preceded in death by his
mother, Candy. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at 11
a.m., at the West Jordan 23rd Ward, 7255 South 2200 West, SLC. Friends may
call Monday, December 27, 2004, from 6-8 p.m. at the McDougal Funeral Home,
4330 South Redwood Road; and, Tuesday, at the church, 10-10:40 a.m. Interment,
West Jordan City Cemetery. "We love you, Dan. Until we meet again."
Published in the Daily Herald from 12/27/2004 - 12/28/2004.

Forsyth, George Joseph
George Joseph Forsyth, 88, of Orem, died December 23, 2004, at his home in
Orem. He was born December 30, 1915, a son of Joseph Frank and Rachel Ackroyd
Forsyth, in Magrath, Alberta, Canada. He married D. Marilyn Williams, April 3,
1941, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were later divorced. George was an
active member of the LDS Church, serving as a High Priest. He enjoyed
attending the temple and spending time there, the last ten years. He graduated
from Utah State University in landscape architecture. He worked as an
instructor in landscape architecture at the San Quentin Prison in San Rafael,
CA. He worked as the City Planner for Vallejo, CA. He was also an auto
mechanic and enjoyed working on cars. George was a World War II Veteran. He
was quick witted and had an unusual sense of humor. He loved to paint and work
with other materials in an artistic way. Survivors include his children: Paula
(Brian) Quinn, of Santa Rosa, CA; G. Jeremy (Susan) Forsyth, of Petaluma, CA;
Joel (Cathy) Forsyth, of Lexington, SC; Justin (Emily) Forsyth, of Carmichael,
CA; and Jocelyn (Roy) Peach, of Vacaville, CA. He is also survived by 14
grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; three brothers and three sisters: Howard
Forsyth, of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada; J. LeGrand (Maria) Forsyth, of Leeds,
UT; Gordon J. Forsyth, of Martinez, CA; Lucy Phelps, of Mesa, AZ; Nola F.
(Paul) Blackmon, of Highland Ranch, CO; and Monta Rae (Eldon) Jeppson, of
Orem, UT. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers: William
Forsyth and Walter Lee Forsyth. Funeral services will be held Wednesday,
December 29, 2004, at 1 p.m., at the Cascade Chapel at Sundberg-Olpin
Mortuary, 495 South State Street in Orem. Friends and family may call on
Wednesday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in
the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Gardner, Naomi Sumsion
Naomi Sumsion Gardner, 87, passed away on December 25, 2004. She was born in
Springville, Utah, on January 29, 1917, to James Spender and Belva Sumsion.
She was raised in Springville and attended local schools. She graduated from
BYU with a BS degree. In 1939, she began teaching in Neola, UT, where she met
her future husband, Darol Lester Gardner. They married on May 30, 1941. In
1959, her family moved to Gilroy, CA, where she taught for 18 years until she
retired in 1977. Naomi and Darol moved to Springville in 1983. They enjoyed
traveling and visited many temples. She served faithfully in many callings in
the LDS Church. She is survived by two daughters: Roxane (Ron) Filice, of La
Quinta, CA; and Kathleen (Richard) Frassetti, of Gilroy, CA; 4 grandchildren
and 7 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Merlene Evans, of Lake Shore; and 2
brothers: Max Sumsion, of Springville; and Randall (Pam) Sumsion, of Lake
Shore. She is preceded in death by her husband, Darol. The family wishes to
thank Hospice for Utah for their support and care. In lieu of flowers, please
send donations to Hospice for Utah, 11639 S. 700 East, # 100, Draper, UT
84020. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 29th, at 11 a.m., in
the Spring Creek 5th Ward Chapel located at 960 E. 200 North, Springville.
Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211
East 200 South, Springville; or, at the church, one hour prior to the
services. Burial will be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences
may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Glathar, Larry
Larry Glathar Lehi - Lawrence Orvin Glathar, age 84, died December 23, 2004,
in American Fork, Utah of causes incident to age. He was born March 7, 1920,
in Humboldt, Nebraska to Henry George and Mary Ann Loennig Glathar. He married
Geralee Rae Sorenson in May, 1943. Their marriage was later solemnized in the
Salt Lake LDS Temple. She died July 23, 1994. Larry was a truck driver and
warehouseman. He was an Army veteran of World War II. For many years, he
served as a Scoutmaster in the Lehi 5th Ward. He enjoyed fishing and bowling.
Survived by four sons and two daughters: Ralph (Eileen) Glathar, American
Fork; Paul (Linda) Glathar, Barbara (Nile) Chamberlain, Jan (Tony) Turner, and
Grant (Penny) Glathar, all of Lehi; Russell (Coleen) Glathar, Levan, UT; 23
grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one brother, John (Helen) Glathar,
Nebraska. Funeral, Wednesday, December 29, 2004, at 11 a.m. in the Wing
Mortuary Chapel, 118 E. Main, Lehi, where family and friends may call Tuesday
evening from 6:30¥8:00 p.m.; and, Wednesday, one hour prior to services.
Interment will be in the Lehi City Cemetery with Military Honors by the
Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Hatfield, Lewis Woodrow
Lewis Woodrow Hatfield (Woody) was born November 4, 1912, in Mapleton, Utah,
the youngest son of Joseph and Sarah Lewis Hatfield. He passed away peacefully
on December 23, 2004, at his home in Springville. Woody lived on the farm in
Mapleton for the early part of his life. After his father died, he with his
mother and sisters moved to Springville. He graduated from Springville High
School in 1930. He married Raynor Park on August 7, 1935. Their marriage was
later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She passed away June 30, 2001, after
66 wonderful years together. Dad's first love was farming but his paying job
was as an iron-worker at Ironton until it shut down, and then retiring, at age
65, from Geneva Steel. He was an avid reader and was well versed in many
subjects. His hobbies were hunting and fishing. He took pride in all that he
did, whether it was farming, building or fixing up his home, and caring for
his many animals. Mom and Dad belonged to the Dancing Friends Club and to a
group that vacationed in their motor homes and campers. He has given his
children a love of music, as we all remember the long car rides and listening
to his beautiful tenor voice. He enjoyed attending church and temple, going
for car rides in the mountains, and watching his grandchildren play sports.
Woody was able to spend his remaining days in the family home, thanks to the
loving care of his daughter, Laurie Crandall, and her family. The family would
also like to thank Maureen Mangum for the many years of loving kindness and
service. Of course, being the youngest son and living to age 92, he was
preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings. His brothers were
Clarence, Douglas, George, Vern, Elmer, and Robert. His sisters were Stella
Sabin, Mable Hiatt, and Bessie Hatfield. He was also preceded in death by a
son, David J. Hatfield. Woody is survived by his children: Marjorie (Dix)
Davis, American Fork; Joyce (Jess) LeaMaster, Kirkland, Washington; Connie
(Bill) Child; Dennis (Peggy) Hatfield, Springville; Ron (Gloria) Hatfield,
Payson; Laurie (Danny) Crandall, Springville. He'll be remembered for being a
kind and gentle husband, father and grandfather. Funeral services will be held
Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at 11 a.m. in the Center Street LDS Chapel, 355
East Center in Springville. There will be a viewing Monday evening from 6 to 8
p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South in Springville; and, Tuesday, at
the church one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Springville
Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Jacklin, Ernest Phillip
Ernest Phillip Jacklin ~Together Again~ Ernest Phillip Jacklin, 89, of
American Fork, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2004, in American Fork. He
was born August 31, 1915, in American Fork, to John and Martha O'Neil Jacklin.
He married Erma Lee Gardner on March 10, 1949, in American Fork. Their
marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Erma passed away in
1983. Ernest grew up in American Fork and graduated from American Fork High
School. He served in the U. S. Navy. Ernest worked in many fields during his
younger life and was later employed by Geneva Steel, retiring after 35 years
of service as a train conductor. Ernest was a train enthusiast and enjoyed
wood-working. He was known for his vegetable gardens and was quick to share
the harvest with friends, family, and neighbors. He was recently honored as
the senior member of the American Fork Third Ward and was loved by all his
neighbors. He is survived by his two daughters: Ruth (Fred) Cox, Lehi; and
Connie Lee Pace Evans, Lehi; 12 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren; and 3
great-great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include sister, Mary Jane
Gooch, Lehi. He was preceded in death by his parents, 9 siblings, and
granddaughter, Cynthia Cox Morris. Funeral services will be held Tuesday,
December 28, 2004, at 11 a.m., in the American Fork Third Ward Chapel, 165
North 350 West, American Fork. Friends may call Monday evening from 6-8 p.m.
at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove; and, at the
church, on Tuesday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the
Fairview Cemetery at 3 p.m. that day. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Parker-Christen, Rita
Rita Jean Parker-Christen, 60, of Orem, died December 24, 2004, in Provo. She
was born October 12, 1944, a daughter of Lewis and Virginia Powell Parker in
Salt Lake City, Utah. She married Micheal Christen, March 27, 1980, in Provo.
Music was one of her passions. She loved to write, and has written many
stories. She never met someone she didn't like. She was always on top of
things and held her family together. Rita loved being a Primary teacher and
her pupils loved her back. She has eight loving children, 21 beautiful
grandchildren, and 10 little great grandchildren whom all love her greatly.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lewis Parker, who passed away
December 24, 2003. She will be missed by all. One of the most powerful and
strong willed women, she has been battling cancer for the past year - a losing
battle; yet, she never, ever, complained. Always there until the end, with
only her family and their well being on her mind, never a sad or negative word
came out of her mouth. A true mother to all who knew her. Private family
services will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at the Sundberg-Olpin
Mortuary in Orem. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may
be sent to the family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.

Sampson, Thelma Sophia Hansen
Thelma Sophia Hansen Sampson Thelma, wife, mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, died December 22, 2004 in American Fork, Utah surrounded by
family members. She was born January 28, 1914 in Ephraim, Utah to Ephraim and
Annie Poulson Hansen. She was a twin and one of seven children. She married
Charles Ivan Sampson, June 2, 1937 in the Manti LDS Temple. He died July 11,
2000. Thelma attended school in Ephraim and graduated from Snow College with a
teaching certificate. She taught school in the Delta area, where she met
Charles. They lived in various locations from coast-to-coast during Charles'
career not only in the military, but also as an insurance agent. From January
1957 to July 1961, Charles and Thelma presided over the Samoan Mission that
included Samoa, Fiji and the Cook Islands. They returned to Samoa in 1982 to
serve as the first President and Matron of the Samoan Temple. She also served
as a temple worker in the Provo Temple for 11 years. Mother was active in the
LDS church all her life and served willingly in several church callings, many
times being called as a Relief Society President. As the mother of the Samoan
Mission, she was a mother to many elders and sisters who served there. She
loved to serve others, and always did so with a cheerful spirit. She is
survived by four of her five children, Douglas (LeiMomi) Sampson of West
Jordan, Dean (Helen) Sampson of Provo, Dixie (Russell) Harward of American
Fork, and Karen (Tim) Griffin of Denver, CO, and a son-in-law Richard
Bartholomew; 31 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren with 3 more coming in
the spring, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her
husband, a daughter Elma, her parents and six siblings. Funeral services will
be Tuesday, December 28th at 11:00 a.m. in the American Fork Central Stake
Center, 320 North 100 East. Friends may call Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at
Anderson & Sons Mortuary, 49 East 100 North, American Fork, and again Tuesday
morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment,
Provo City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald from 12/26/2004 - 12/27/2004.

Taylor, Wanda Lenora Minchey
Wanda Lenora Minchey Taylor Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great
grandmother, aunt, and friend, Wanda Lenora Minchey Taylor, 75, passed from
this life, peacefully at home, December 24, 2004, in Genola, Utah. Wanda was
born 20 March, 1929, to Hyrum and Lavern Minchey in Marysvale, Utah. Her
father worked for the railroad, which eventually led her to Provo, where she
met her only true love, Glendon Coleman Taylor. Glendon and Wanda were married
22 July, 1947, in Provo. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the
Manti Temple in 1953. She was a devoted wife and mother who perfected her
homemaking skills. She enjoyed oil painting, handcrafts, crocheting, sewing,
and cooking. She loved working in the yard, tending continually her flowers,
and always helping Glendon with the farm. She held many positions in the LDS
Church, and was devoted to family history research. She was loved by all who
knew her and radiated the love and light of Christ in her life. She is a
wonderful example to all of her family. Mom, we love and miss you! She is
survived by her dear husband, Glendon, of 57 years; six children: Theron G.
(Carrie) Taylor, Daniel M. (Nan) Taylor, Jay A. (Vickie) Taylor, Shawn C.
(Marilyn) Taylor, Shiela (Eldon) Stubbs, Trent (LaRinda) Taylor; 33
grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren. Wanda was preceded in death by her
grandson, Weston James Taylor; her parents; and only sister, Norma Beardall
Pulsipher. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 29th, at 11 a.m.,
in the Genola Ward Chapel, at the corner of Center and Main. Friends and
family may call at Holladay-Brown Funeral Home, 66 South 300 East, Santaquin,
Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.; and, Wednesday, at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to
services. Interment, Santaquin City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/27/2004.