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D'Arc, Patricia Ann Morris
Patricia Ann Morris D'Arc Patricia Ann Morris D'Arc, 50, passed away on April
17, 2005, at her home in Orem. She was born June 19, 1954, to Robert Bitner
Morris and Mae Woodbury Lambert Morris of Salt Lake City. She attended Skyline
High School and graduated in 1973, thereafter attending Brigham Young
University. On January 22, 1974, Patricia married James Vincent D'Arc, of
Glendale, California, in the Salt Lake Temple. Patricia served faithfully and
cheerfully in numerous positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, including primary chorister, a teacher in Young Women's and Primary
auxiliaries. Family History work became a focused activity. She reveled in her
service at the Missionary Training Center. A lover of holidays, she made
birthdays, and other calendared occasions notable events for her family. She
doted on her five children and seven grandchildren who faithfully attended to
her every need during the 19 months of her illness. Her light so shined even
during that difficult time as she looked forward reminding everyone who came
to visit her that she would soon have the strength to "run around the block"
with them. She radiated hope, courage, and astonishing fortitude that she has
instilled into her surviving husband and children Samuel D'Arc (Dana),
Meridian ID; Jonathan D'Arc (Laralyn) Eagle Mountain; Melanie Young (John),
American Fork; Jennifer D'Arc, Salt Lake City; Laura D'Arc, Orem. She is also
survived by her mother Mae Woodbury Lambert Morris. She was preceded in death
by her father Robert Bitner Morris. Funeral services will be held Wednesday,
April 20, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Heatheridge Stake Center, 2000 North 450
East in Orem. A viewing will be held 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. prior to the
funeral services at the stake center. Interment will be in the Wasatch Lawn
Memorial Park Cemetery in Salt Lake City. Condolences may be sent to the
family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.

Higham, Violet Farr
Violet Farr Higham Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at
11:00 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 9:00-10:45 a.m., prior to services. Interment, American Fork City
Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.

Hunsaker, Wayne S.
Wayne S. Hunsaker Mt. Pleasant: Wayne S Hunsaker loving husband, father and
grandfather age 82 passed away April 17, 2005 in Nephi, UT. He was born
February 6, 1923 in Honeyville, UT. to Parley and Lima Seal Hunsaker. He
served in the Army during WWII in the Pacific Theater after which he served an
LDS Mission to the Eastern States. He married Marilyn Agnes Prey on January
16, 1960 in the Mesa, AZ. Temple. He enjoyed the outdoors, his garden,
spending time with his family and making new friends and especially enjoyed
serving in the St. George Temple. We will miss his stories, cheerful
disposition and contagious smile. He is survived by children, Justin (Nicole)
Hunsaker of Spanish Fork, UT; Michelle (John) Ruell of Manti, UT; 7
grandchildren; sister-in-law, Helen Hunsaker of Honeyville, UT. Preceded in
death by parents, wife, Marilyn; sister, Gwen Hunsaker; brothers, Dale, Norman
and Ralph. Funeral services Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt.
Pleasant 5th Ward Chapel (49 S. State). Friends may call Thursday from
9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant
Cemetery under the direction of Rasmussen Mortuary.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.

Lin, Robert
Robert Lin Robert Lin, of Provo, passed away due to sudden heart failure on
April 17, 2005. Robert was born to K.Z. Lin and Han Xia-Hui on May 16, 1923 in
Shanghai, China. Robert earned his medical degree at St. John's University in
1952. He had a successful medical practice for many years working as a Chief
Surgeon, Director of the Surgical Department for Central Hospital and Chief
Medical Administrative Director. In 1984, he retired from his surgical
practice and became the Chief Medical Consultant of Hospital Management and
also taught at medical schools as a visiting professor. In 1989, he decided to
retire and move to Provo, Utah with his beloved wife Eva, a retired professor,
to be close to his son, Evan, who works and resides in the Provo-Orem area. He
and his wife were soon recruited by NuSkin company; where they worked in many
different positions until their recent retirement in 2004. Robert, known as
"Bob" to many of his friends and colleagues, was well loved and respected for
his caring generosity and his always positive spirit, which had helped and
touched many others. He will be greatly missed. Robert is survived by his wife
Eva, of Provo, and his son, Evan (Patricia) of Orem. A viewing will be held on
Wednesday, April 20, 2005 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Walker Mortuary, 85 East 300
South, Provo. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2005 at
10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 50 West 200 North, Provo, Utah. To
send condolences to the family, please visit www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.

Lucas, Fern Black
Fern Black Lucas "Together Again" Our beloved sister and aunt, Fern Amy Black
Lucas, age 83 of Payson, returned to our Heavenly Father on April 17, 2005.
Fern was born February 20, 1922 in Payson, Utah. She was a daughter of Marrion
and Sylvia Gardner Black. On December 9, 1939 Fern married Joseph Bert Lucas
in Springville, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Provo LDS
Temple. Fern was raised and educated in Payson, Utah. She was a member of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints. Fern enjoyed various jobs and made
many wonderful friends throughout her life. She enjoyed traveling with her
sisters and spending time with her family. Aunt Fern said, "I never had any
children of my own, but I was blessed with many nieces and nephews and I loved
each one dearly". Fern will best be remembered for the love and kindness she
showed to everyone, especially the little children. Fern was loved by and gave
love to many nieces and nephews. She made everyone she met feel special. Fern
is survived by: two sisters, Marie (Oliver) Johnson, Lindon; Bonnie (Reed)
Frank, Provo; two sisters-in-law, Alice (Harold) Black, Santaquin; Geri (Dale)
Black, Payson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by: her
parents; husband, Bert; a sister, Louise Greenhalgh; and three brothers,
Harold Black, Keith Black and Dale Black. The family would like to express
special appreciation to Dr. Dennis Concoby, Dr. David Bennion and the staff at
Mtn. View Hospital for the special care and kindness given to Fern and her
family. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 21, 2005, 11:00 a.m., in the
Mtn. View 1st Ward Chapel, 75 South 600 East, Payson. Friends may call at the
Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Wednesday, 6-8:00 p.m. or at the
church Thursday, 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 4/19/2005.

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.

Roberts, Karl David
K. David Roberts Karl David Roberts, 74, died at home, Monday, April 18, 2005
from cancer. He was born October 15, 1930 in Leota, Utah to Louis Dermont and
Winifred Louise Dean Roberts. He was the sixth of twelve children. David
graduated from Uintah High School. He served in the Spanish American Mission
and was a veteran of the Korean War. He graduated from BYU with a degree in
Agricultural Economics and Spanish, and attended graduate school at San
Francisco State College. David married Nadene Ottosen in the Salt Lake LDS
Temple on March 15, 1957 and is survived by his wife, Nadene; and their 10
children: Hal David (Kathryn Durtschi), Anne (Craig) Halsey, Stephen Karl
(Leisa Moon), Morgan Blaine (Robyn Smith), Karen (James) Finley, Gayle (Alan)
Long, Julie (Norman) Gividen, Monica (Frank) Bramall, Merrie (Korey) Walker,
J. Dean (Hilary Neves). He has 44 grandchildren; and was preceded in death by
grandsons, John Luke Roberts and Gabriel Luke Finley. David enjoyed his life
as a rancher in the cattle and sheep business. He lived in many beautiful
places including Tabiona, Pleasant Valley, Vernal, Lake Shore, and Benjamin,
Utah. In every community, he met great people who will be friends for
eternity. He taught 5th and 6th grades in Tabiona Elementary School for 14
years and was fond of all of his students. David served in many capacities in
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints including Bishop, Stake
Mission President, YM President, Scout Master and teacher. He loved missionary
work and was able to serve a second mission with his wife in Puerto Rico. His
surviving brothers and sisters are: Florence Stadstad, Rhea Goodrich, Clark
(Barbara), Dean (Marlene), Lowell (Elaine), Mary Lou (Max) Blackham, Wilford
(Kathy), Edi (Ron) Bingham, Ruth (Brent) Peterson. He was preceded in death by
Homer Roberts and Joyce Caldwell. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 21,
2005 at 11 a.m. at the Benjamin Ward Chapel, 3278 West 7300 South. Friends and
family may call on Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Walker Family
Mortuary, 187 South Main, Spanish Fork, and on Thursday at the church from
9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be in the Benjamin
Cemetery with military honors by the American Legion. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund. Condolences may be
sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.

Smith, Mona Andrus
Mona Andrus Smith Mona Andrus Smith, 66, of Provo, died after a long and
courageous struggle with cancer, on Tax Day, April 15, 2005. She was born
September 1, 1938, in Idaho Falls, to Todd Andrus and Hortense Hansen Andrus.
She was married in the Idaho Falls Temple on June 1, 1962, to Kendall Smith.
Kendall passed away on November 12, 1993. Together, she and Kendall did a
spectacular job of raising their three children: Paul and (Melanie) Smith,
Wendy and (David) Frandsen, Mike and (Carolina) Smith, and ten wonderful
grandchildren, all of whom will miss her deeply. She is also survived by her
sister and two brothers. Mona grew up on a farm in Idaho with dreams of
becoming a musician. She worked her way through college by teaching music
lessons and working on the family dry farm in the summers. She graduated from
college in 1960, receiving both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from
Brigham Young University. She began teaching piano, there, in 1961, and
retired in 2004. Mona was a dedicated performer and played for many groups
including the BYU Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra. She was a long-time member
of the Utah Music Teacher's Association, and loved to teach music. She felt
that it could literally change lives. Over the years, she taught over 250,000
music lessons. Although she was a strict teacher, her former students have
sent her hundreds of letters of appreciation. After her retirement, she missed
her students and the chance teaching gave her to change lives and help people.
She respected her colleagues at BYU and loved them like a second family. Mona
loved her grandchildren as much as her own kids. She always remembered their
birthdays and special occasions and managed to make each one of them feel
important. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints all of her life. She was a ward organist for more than 50
years, and served in many other callings including Young Women's president,
Relief Society president, and gospel doctrine teacher. Mona lived in the same
home in Provo for 38 years and will be missed by her many friends and
neighbors. Mona had a great sense of humor and celebrated life whenever she
had the chance. She often expressed this by saying that you had to stop and
buy yourself a white hyacinth every so often. She always kept homemade
brownies in her kitchen and often shared them with her co-workers. She enjoyed
BYU sports and followed the teams avidly. She loved to shop; and, in fact,
literally shopped  til she dropped. We would like to offer a special thanks to
all of the doctors, nurses, and health care providers involved in the care of
our mother over the last two years. Funeral services will be held on Thursday,
April 21, 2005, at Noon, at the Slate Canyon Stake Center, 1315 East 900 South
in Provo, with Bishop Richard Holmes presiding. Friends may call at Berg
Mortuary, 185 East Center Street in Provo, Wednesday, April 20, 2005, between
6-8 p.m.; and, at the church on Thursday, one hour prior to funeral services.
Interment, to follow the funeral services, in the Provo City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 4/19/2005.