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Barlow, Lynne Kay
Lynne Kay Barlow 1944 ~ 2005 Our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother,
daughter, sister, and friend, Lynne Kay Withey Barlow, passed away too soon on
April 15, 2005, at her home in Alpine, Utah. She was born April 8, 1944, to
Maxine Clem and Theodore Marczak in Denver, Colorado. She joined The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on December 3, 1960. She graduated from
Olympus High School. She married the love of her life, W. Larry Barlow, June
1, 1962, in the Salt Lake Temple. They enjoyed 42 years of marriage and were
the best of friends. They spent time riding their horses, running their
businesses, The Hang Up and Mountainville Morgans together, and raising their
children. She loved spending time with her grandkids in sleepovers, horse
rides, camping, and sharing her testimony with them. She had many friends who
loved her and she loved them. She felt she had a stewardship to care for
others and will be missed by many whose lives she touched. Besides her husband
and family, one of her greatest joys was serving in the church. Her greatest
joy was working with the young women in the ward. She also faithfully served
as a Sunday School teacher, marriage and family relations teacher, and
visiting teacher. She is survived by her husband, Larry; their children: Don
(DeeAnna) Barlow of Fountain Valley California; Doug (Camille) Barlow of
Alpine, Utah; Susan (Steve) Wagstaff of Cedar Hills, Utah; David (Dona) Barlow
of American Fork, Utah; her mother, Maxine Clem; sister, Debbie Burns; Uncle
Waldo Hageleen; and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father,
Theodore Marczak; her Auntie Lois Hageleen; and her grandmother, Alice Cisco;
also, step father, Gordon (Jim) Withey. Funeral services will be held Tuesday,
April 19, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Mountainville 2nd LDS Ward Chapel, 165
North 100 East, Alpine, Utah. Family and friends may call Monday evening from
6-8 p.m. at Warenski Funeral Home, 1776 North 900 East, (located four blocks
north of the Mt. Timpanogos Temple), American Fork, Utah; and, an additional
viewing at the ward chapel on Monday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to
services. Interment will take place in the Alpine City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Brimhall, Leon Harold
Leon Harold Brimhall Wallsburg, UT - Leon Brimhall, age 62, passed away
Thursday, April 14, 2005, at his home in Wallsburg, following a long battle
with lung cancer and emphysema. He was born December 29, 1942, in Salt Lake
City, Utah, to Harold S. and Dorothy Ann Thompson Brimhall. Leon lived in Salt
Lake City until the age of five, then his family moved to Wallsburg where he
grew up and attended grade school, Wasatch High School in Heber City, and
Trade Tech in Provo. On November 18, 1961, he married Bonnie R. Thompson in
Heber City, Utah. Leon served his country in the U.S. Army from 1966 thru
1968, serving one year in Vietnam. Leon worked in building construction,
lumber mills, United Park City Mines, gravel pit; and Geneva Steel, where he
retired in March 2002. He was known to his friends and co-workers as  The Most
Famous Burner", because he cared to do the very best on the job at Geneva
Steel. Leon enjoyed many pastimes, snomobiling, wood cutting, 4-wheeling, and
spending time with his friends; and, most importantly, his family. He loved
being at home with his wife and family and spent most of his life there in
Wallsburg. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Bonnie; two sisters,
Joyce (Dwaine) Johnson, Janet (Duane) Sweat; sister-in-law, Barbara (Darrell)
North; brother-in-law, Forrey (Tamra) Thompson; and several nieces and nephews
and aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Barbara
Rowley; brother-in-law, Terry Thompson; mother-in-law and father-in-law, and
stepfather-in-law. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 18, 2005, at 11
a.m., in the Wallsburg LDS Church, 494 West Main Canyon Road, Wallsburg.
Friends may call on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home, 288
North Main Street, Heber City; and, on Monday, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to
the services at the LDS Church. Interment will be in the Heber City Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be sent to the family at olpinhoopesfh@aol.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Colyar, LaRue F.
"In Memory" LaRue F. Colyar 4/17/37~7/28/01 Hi, Mom, Today is your birthday,
and we miss you. We won't have candles or cake and ice cream, but we'll all
spend a few moments reflecting on your life and giving thanks for the love and
memories you gave us. You inspired us as a mother and a friend. Love, Matt,
Jeff, Elayne, Mike, and Dave
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Curtis, Alan Ray
Alan Ray Curtis Alan Ray Curtis, born to Claude and Wanda Curtis on April 15,
1928, in Lehi, UT, passed away peacefully on April 14th, at home. He is
survived by his wife of 55 years, Kay Curtis, and his three loving daughters:
Debbie Barrett, Janie Blanchard, and Nancy Hardcastle, and 11 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Paul; and daughter,
Susan Herrera. He was an honest, proud, hardworking man. He worked in the tire
industry for many years. After retirement, he took up refinishing furniture,
which he loved. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing golf. In his
later years, he became an aficionado in etymology and did the NY Times
crossword puzzle daily. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, April 19,
at 11 a.m., at 2445 North 650 East, Provo. In lieu of flowers, donate to a
worthy cause.
Published in the Daily Herald from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.

Ekins, Abel John
Abel John Ekins Abel John Ekins, age 85, of Lehi, died April 15, 2005, of
complications incident to age. He was born May 22, 1919, in Vineyard, Utah,
son of Abel John and Lydia Allen Ekins. He married Geraldine Taylor, November
6, 1941, in the Salt Lake Temple. Abe was a pharmacist and owned and operated
Lehi Drug Company for over 40 years. He served an LDS mission in Hawaii; and
later, with his wife, in Tokyo, Japan. He had also served in the bishopric, as
stake clerk, counselor in the High Priest group, and he was a temple sealer.
He was a member of the Lehi Fire Department, Lions Club, and Lehi Chamber of
Commerce. Survived by his wife, Geraldine, of Lehi; two sons and four
daughters: Dale (Karen) Ekins, Judith (Roger) Turner, Geralee Smith (Carl)
Daniels, all of Lehi; Brent (Dana) Ekins, Clovis, CA; Marlene (Richard)
Sundblom, West Valley City; Barbara (Randy) Bliss, Farmington, CT; 33
grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene Hilton, Robert Hilton,
Floyd (Jim) Hilton; and sister, Francis Hanes. He was preceded in death by his
parents, step-father, Samuel W. Hilton; grandson Tyson Smith; brothers, Sam
and Donn Hilton. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at 11
a.m., in the Lehi Utah LDS Stake Center, 200 No. Center. Friends and family
may call at the Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main, Lehi, Monday evening from 6-8
p.m.; and, at the church, Tuesday, one hour prior to services. Interment will
be in the Lehi City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Henricksen, Nephi Joseph
Nephi Joseph Henricksen Nephi Joseph Henricksen died peacefully, April 13,
2005, at his home, with family members surrounding him. He was born November
15, 1910, to Mary Ingrid Johanson and Niels Jacob Henricksen, in Salt Lake
City, Utah. He married his sweetheart, Mary Helen Allen, on October 11, 1935,
in the Salt Lake Temple. They met when both were working for Cudahy Packing
Company in North Salt Lake. In 1944, they moved to Provo, Utah, where he was
associated with Allen's Super Save Markets, Allen's Products Company, and Hi
Spots as accountant and secretary/treasurer for 42 years. He has been an
active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has
served as a Boy Scout leader and counselor in Young Men's MIA in Eighth Ward
in Salt Lake City; finance clerk and ward clerk under two bishops in Provo
Rivergrove Ward; stake finance clerk for eleven years in West Utah Stake;
treasurer for the Provo Fourth of July Activities (now called Freedom
Festival) for ten years; secretary of the stake Sunday school in Provo East
Sharon Stake; secretary; assistant finance clerk and secretary of High Priest
Group in Provo Edgemont 5th Ward. He served 12 years as a temple worker in the
Provo Temple. He was released as assistant financial clerk in 1998 at the age
of 87. He was still serving as a home teacher at the time of his death. He
traveled much with Mary, visiting his children throughout the USA, and with
the Provo Chamber of Commerce on trips to Mexico, Panama, Hawaii, Alaska,
Greece, Switzerland, LDS church history sites, and especially the Holy Land of
Israel¥a very special place¥even though he claimed he did not like to travel.
Joe was known for his honesty, sense of humor, generosity, cheerful
countenance, and calmness and patience in trying circumstances. He was a
peacemaker. He grew up on a farm and never lost his love of working the soil
and had a large garden most of his life, humming and whistling while he
worked. He loved golf, baseball, and especially BYU basketball. He is survived
by his wife, Mary; four daughters and one son: Mary Jo (Lon) Brady; Diane
(Bruce) Jensen; Margaret (Jim) Judkins; Yvonne Henricksen; and J. Allen
(Gayle) Henricksen; 27 grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, 54
great-grandchildren; one brother, Karl Henricksen. Joe was preceded in death
by his parents, 12 brothers and sisters, one granddaughter, and one
great-grandson. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 18, 2005, at 11
a.m., at the Edgemont South Stake Center, 350 East 2950 North, Provo, Utah.
Friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185
E. Center Street, as well as Monday morning at the Stake Center, one hour
prior to services. Interment in Lehi City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to
www.BergMortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Higham, Violet Farr
Violet Farr Higham Violet Farr Higham passed away at her home in Provo, Utah,
on April 13, 2005. She was born May 5, 1912, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to
Willard Ballantyne and Jane Lucretia Brown Farr. She spent many of her growing
up years in Holbrook and St. Johns, Arizona, before the family returned to
Salt Lake. She learned secretarial skills at a very young age, and transcribed
reports for her father, a court reporter. Later, she worked for many years as
a legal secretary. She married Francis (Frank) Cope Higham on June 18, 1932,
in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. A very active member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints, she was a gifted teacher who served in many
positions in all of the auxiliaries of the Church. She and Frank served an LDS
Mission at the Visitor's Center in Independence, Missouri, and for many years,
she was a worker and supervisor at the Oakland California Temple. After living
many years in California, Violet and Frank returned to Utah in 1994. She gave
loving and devoted care to Frank during his illness. Her cheerful spirit
brought joy to her large family. Violet is survived by her six children:
Sharyn (Robert) Larsen, Moraga, CA; Frank Jr. (Linda), Lafayette, CA; Merrill
(Carol), Belmont, CA; Linda Higham Thomson, Provo, UT; Leslie (Michael)
Callahan, American Fork, UT; and Douglas (Colleen), Mission Viejo, CA; 36
grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Louise McAllister,
Vancouver, WA; and Mary Lou Lloyd, Kaysville, UT. She was preceded in death by
her parents, a brother, Willard Farr, two sisters, Zella Smith and Ethel
Gardiner, and by her husband, Frank. The family wishes to express our deep
appreciation to the wonderful and loving Applegate Hospice caregivers, and to
our very dear friend, Victoria Vasquez. Funeral services will be held
Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Edgemont North Stake Center,
4300 North Canyon Road, Provo. Friends may call Tuesday evening, from 6-8
p.m., at the Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 East Center Street; or, Wednesday
morning, at the Stake Center, from 9-10:45 a.m., prior to services. Interment,
American Fork City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Hirsche, Delynn H.
Delynn H. Hirsche Delynn H. Hirsche, beloved husband, father, and grandfather,
passed away April 14th, 2005, in Orem, Utah, at the age of 69. He was
surrounded and comforted by his loving family. Delynn was born on March 19,
1936, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to Norman and Laura Nelson Hirsche. He
married Elaine Bullock of Taber, Alberta, on September 5, 1956. He attended
schools in Stirling and Raymond where he participated in track and helped the
Comet basketball team win a Western Canada provincial championship, for which
he was inducted into the Raymond Sports Hall of Fame in 1999. He attended
Brigham Young University, receiving his Bachelor's degree in Sociology in
1963. He then received his Master's in Social Work from the University of Utah
in 1971. He began work July l, 1964, with the Division of Family Services, in
Provo, and was at the office for 12 years. He was instrumental in starting one
of the first work-experience and training programs which helped AFDC single
parents become self-sufficient. In 1976, he transferred to Youth Corrections,
becoming their first parole officer in Utah County. He then became a
department caseworker and administrator. He retired after 30 years, in June of
1994. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, serving in many callings, including executive secretary, Young Men's
President, High Priest group leader, financial clerk, temple worker, and
Sunday School teacher. Delynn was a loving husband and father who exemplified
integrity, faith, and understanding. His greatest joy was to spend time with
his family and play with his grandchildren. He also was an avid BYU sports
fan. He is survived by his wife and five children: Heather (Kevin) Thomas, of
Lindon; Lon (Marisa) Hirsche, of Rockledge, Florida; Darren (Samera) Hirsche,
of Cedar Hills; Ryan and Michelle Hirsche, of Orem; thirteen adoring
grandchildren; and brother, Doug, of Calgary, Alberta. He was preceded in
death by his parents and brother, Byron Funeral services will be held Monday,
April 18th, at 11 a.m., at the Hillcrest Stake Chapel, 1450 South 800 East,
Orem, Utah. Family and friends may call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the
Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem; and, Monday morning,
from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in
the Orem City Cemetery. "Thanks for giving us life and always being there for
us, Dad. We will miss you so very, very much, but look forward to the time
when we'll all be together again. We love you!" Condolences may be sent to the
family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Johansson, Kayle R.
Kayle R. Johansson Kayle R. Johansson, 44, passed away on April 15, 2005. The
son of Sune and Glenda Harding Johansson, Kayle was born on September 10,
1960, in American Fork. Kayle was the third of six children. He was raised and
attended schools in Pleasant Grove. He enjoyed his employment over the years
with Pleasant Grove City Parks Department. He had obtained his EMT and First
Responder certificates. He was a Master Gardener. He loved music, song, and
sports. A friend to all, he was always lending a hand to help others. He was a
loving companion to his 4-year-old nephew, Bryson. Kayle is survived by his
parents; brothers, Kurt, Kreg, Korey, Kary; and sister, Kristy J. Geisler;
daughter Keyaira Rushton; four sons: Jesse, Austin, Braden, and Dalton; and
many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesse
R. and Edna Harding, and Evert G. and Anna Johansson. Kayle's passing leaves a
huge void in our lives and we will miss him until we meet again. Graveside
services will be held at Pleasant Grove City Cemetery on Monday, April 18, at
2 p.m. The viewing will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Olpin Family Mortuary in
Pleasant Grove, prior to service. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Kowallis, Eileen
Eileen Kowallis Eileen Ellsworth Kowallis, age 79, of Payson, formerly of Las
Vegas, Nevada, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2005, in her home of natural
causes. She was born November 13, 1925, in Pocatello Idaho, the daughter of
Claude William and Matilda Flamm Ellsworth. She married Willard Kowallis,
November 10, 1944, in Dallas, Texas, which marriage was later solemnized,
March 19, 1945, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Eileen was an amazing woman to
all who knew her. Even in her later years, she could outwork almost anyone she
knew. She loved music and was an accomplished pianist, having taught piano for
over 30 years. She also performed as both a pianist and vocalist in several
choirs. She was a faithful member of the LDS Church and served as an organist
and choir director, as well as a Young Women's President, Relief Society
President, and most recently, served as a temple worker in the Provo Utah
Temple, and as a genealogist. Her greatest joy was in serving the Lord and
those she loved. In her early years, she was a talented athlete. She was also
an avid BYU and Utah Jazz fan. Survivors include four daughters and two sons:
Yonna Marie (Jerry) Winget, Stephanie (Rick) Lee, Janeil Black, Marsha Lynn
Howlett, Laren (Connie) Kowallis, David (Anne); 24 grandchildren, and 17 great
grandchildren; one sister, Mabel Falter; and two brothers, Reid and Glenn
Ellsworth. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willard; her
parents; three brothers: Dean, Heber, Claire; three sisters: Arvilla, Norma,
Irma; and a grandson, Daniel Howlett. Services will be Friday, April 22, 2005,
11 a.m., in the Payson 7th Ward Chapel, 1128 E. 100 South, Payson, Utah.
Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Thursday,
6-8 p.m.; or, at the church, Friday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. Burial will be in the
Payson City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Lamoreaux, Timothy Odin
Timothy Odin Lamoreaux Timothy Odin Lamoreaux, 26, a graduate of Pleasant
Grove High School lived life on his terms. He loved Lake Powell, camping,
hiking, hunting, snowboarding, wakeboarding, sports, his dog, good dutch oven,
friends, family, and comedy. He had many friends and was always a loyal
friend. His greatest joy was making others laugh and giving us his perspective
on new technology, everyday occurrences and people's strange customs. He chose
to join his friends on the other side and is survived by his parents: Lyle and
Connie; siblings: Jeff and Amy Mitchell; Robert and Robyn Lamoreaux, Sarah
Lamoreaux, Nick and Amy Lamoreaux, and Dillon and Laura Beutler; nieces and
nephews: Kate, Hunter, Tucker, Abraham, Taft, Amelia, and Gabriella;
grandparents: Bonnie Lamoreaux, Odin and Darlene Knutson and many loving
extended family. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 18, 2005 at 11:00
a.m. in the Old Lindon Chapel, 25 North Main, Lindon. Friends may call Sunday
evening from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant
Grove and at the church on Monday one hour prior to services. Interment will
be in the Lindon City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, please hug your loved ones.
Published in the Daily Herald from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.

Meredith, Alice D. Beaumont
Alice D Beaumont Meredith 1912-2005 Our beloved mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, Alice Meredith, 92, passed away peacefully on April 15,
2005. She was born on December 3, 1912, in Beaver, Utah, to Joseph Heber
Beaumont and Georgina Boyter. As a 25-year-old waitress, she married her boss,
Arthur John Childs Meredith, on May 9, 1938, in Beaver. The marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on August 23, 1961. Alice's life was a
synonym of selfless service. She was never afraid of hard work and was often
heard asking, "What can I do for you?" Working on a farm, then countless hours
at the Meredith Caf  in Beaver (where she was famous for her pies) prepared
her for her responsibilities later in their Meredith Motel - washing and
hanging clothes, cleaning rooms, and waiting on guests. She did all this in
addition to the responsibilities that came with being a wife and mother. Alice
was a gracious hostess, a wonderful cook, and a beautiful seamstress. She
spent countless hours sewing temple clothing and once won a ribbon for sewing
an exquisite beaded wedding dress for her granddaughter. Heavenly Father gave
her many gifts; she loved to paint and play the piano and organ and often
entertained her children and grandchildren with her music. She enjoyed
learning and increasing her knowledge, continuing to sign up for classes even
in her late 80's. It's no wonder that later in her life, she just couldn't sit
still! As an active member of the LDS Church, she worked for several years
(until her health would no longer allow) in three different temples: Provo,
Mt. Timpanogos, and Jordan River. In her lifespan, she saw a lot of changes in
the world. She went from horse and buggy to cars and airplanes. She taught her
family to be selfless in serving others, to be patient in difficult
circumstances, and to be charitable to everyone. She is survived by seven
children, three born to both she and Art: Ralph Joseph (Beata)Meredith of
Murray, Utah; Alice G. ("Chic") McGowan of South Jordan, Utah; and Lucille
(Dale) Guest of Nampa, Idaho; and four whom she lovingly raised from her
husband's previous marriage: Alfred Junior "Jack" (Belva) Meredith of Orem,
Utah; Gladys Meredith of Las Vegas, Nevada; Arthur C. (Wilma) Meredith of
Orem, Utah; Eileen Wade of La Habra, California. These children blessed her
with 50 grandchildren, 92 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
her husband and two brothers, Leonard and William. The family expresses
sincere thanks to the caring and devoted personnel at the Woodland Park Care
Center and Odyssey Health Care for their dedication and kindness during their
mother's final days. We will miss Alice dearly and take comfort in knowing she
is truly happy and at peace. We love you, Mom. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, April 21, 2005, at 11 a.m.,at the Parkway 3rd Ward, 10200 S. 3200
West, South Jordan, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday from 6:30-8:30p.m. at the
Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 S. State, Orem; and, at the church, Thursday from
9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment will follow in the Orem City
Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 4/17/2005 - 4/19/2005.

Mortensen, Zella Mae Ellis
Zella Mae Ellis Mortensen Zella Mae Ellis Mortensen, 86, of Orem, former
longtime Pleasant Grove resident, passed away Friday, April 15, 2005. She was
born June 6, 1918, in Pryor, Colorado. She was raised by her parents, Amos and
Lela Ellis. She married Lee H. Mortensen on May 3, 1942, in Las Vegas. Their
marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Zella grew up in Mesa
and attended school there. She received an Associate of Arts Degree from Mesa
College in Grand Junction in 1940. Zella moved to Los Angeles following
graduation and worked at Lockheed Aircraft during WWII. It was in Los Angeles
that she met Lee at a dance and they were married soon thereafter. Zella was a
devoted mother and grandmother. She loved gardening, sewing, and Relief
Society, serving faithfully in that organization for many years. She is
survived by her four children: Gary Lee (Emily) Mortensen, Green River, WY;
Stephanie Lacy, Saratoga Springs; Nancy (Joe) Park, Mapleton; and Duane
Mortensen, Alpine; 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; two siblings,
Louise Watts and Richard Ellis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee,
in 1985. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 21, 2005, at 11 a.m.,
in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove.
Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary; and, on
Thursday, one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Levan Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinfamilymortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/17/2005.

Wanders, Elise Johanna Crapels (Elly)
Elise Wanders Elise (Elly) Johanna Crapels Wanders, 85, of Orem, died April
14, 2005. She was born January 11, 1920, a daughter of Henry and Maria
Diederen Crapels in Heerlen, The Netherlands. She married Karel Wanders
November 18, 1947, in Brunssum, The Netherlands. Elly was an excellent wife,
mother, cook, gardener, flower arranger, painter, crocheter, and knitter,
giving much of her crocheting and knitting to rest homes. She liked to play
bridge, go to church, host bridge and family parties, go camping, square
dancing and sew clothes for her family. Survivors include her husband of 57
years, Karel Wanders; her children: Betty (Paul) Moore of Provo/Castle Dale;
Carl (Lesa) of Lehi; Nance (Evan-deceased) Johnson of Castle Dale;
grandchildren: Elise (Rob) Bean of Saratoga Springs; Chad (Michelle) Wanders
of Lehi; Kyle & Kristie Johnson of Castle Dale; her great grandchildren:
Colton & Nicole Wanders of Lehi; Brendan Bean of Saratoga Springs; her
sisters: Mia Kole and Agnes Henraath of The Netherlands. A Celebration of Mass
will be held Monday, April 18, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Francis Catholic
Church, 65 East 500 North in Orem. Friends and family may call one hour prior
at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com Special thanks to the staff at Orchard Park Care
Center and Timpanogos Hospital for the loving care that was shown to Elly.
Published in the Daily Herald from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.

West, Leonard R.
Leonard R West 24 May 1933 - 15 April 2005 On April 15, 2005, the patriarch of
our family passed away from pancreatic cancer. Our father's life was the
American Dream. Raised in rural Pleasant Grove, he dropped out of high school
to join the Navy. His years in the service led him to a brilliant career in
mechanical engineering. He met our mother, and at the age of 21, they began a
marriage filled with shared dreams and countless accomplishments. With our
mother's belief and support, he completed his B.E.S degree from BYU and his
M.S. Degree from the University of Utah. He worked at Hercules for 28 years,
developing rocket motors, the commercial uses for composites (the graphite
golf club), and many things that, may yet, remain classified. In his spare
time, he worked on projects as varied as building a better Christmas tree
stand, extracting oil from shale; and, his crowning achievement of developing
a cut system for the lumber industry. Our father was a calculating, spiritual,
and visionary man. His family, friends, and community have been blessed by his
spirit. He was a man of few words and many actions. His tenacity, honesty, and
desire to make the world a better place are traits that will be passed down
for generations. Beautiful sunsets, groomed golf courses, rainbows, mountain
hikes, and prayers around the bed will always remind us of his love and
devotion to our family and the Lord. Leonard is survived by his wife, Irene
Chipman West; siblings, Valerie Bussio and Farrin West; children: Mark West,
Vickie Iverson (Greg), Melanie West (David), Trina West, and Rhyne Dosela. A
multitude of children call him "Grandpa." Services will be held Tuesday, April
19th, at Noon, at the Lehi 26th Ward on 2790 North Center Street. Friends may
call from 10:30-11:45 a.m. When Dad figured the cost of a traditional burial,
his wishes were to be cremated and the savings gifted to the Smile Train
Organization. Now 16 children have had their cleft palettes replaced with a
smile. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to www.SmileTrain.org or
your favorite charity.
Published in the Daily Herald from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.