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Bernards, Robert         
Robert Bernards, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather
returned home to Heavenly Father December 24, 2005. He was born March 25, 1917
to Johannes Martinus and Johanna Mathilda Bernards.
Robert grew up in the San Francisco Bay area where he participated in drama
and football while in high school. He married his childhood sweetheart,
Lorraine Schneider and they had two boys together. After Lorraine died, Robert
and his brother served in the Merchant Marines in the Philippine Islands.
After World War II ended, he married Helen Musson whom he loved dearly. They
were later sealed together in the Oakland, California Temple. They had three
more boys and one beautiful daughter.
Robert enjoyed baking, playing tennis, camping, fishing, and other outdoor
sports, but he enjoyed spending time with his family most of all. Robert is
survived by his sons, Bobby (Judy), Garry (Sasha), Steven, Kenneth (Dixie),
Greggory, and by his daughter Laurie Ballard. He had 20 grandchildren and 29
great-grandchildren. He will be missed by his family members and all who knew
him and ate his delicious pastries and baked goods.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, 2005, at 11:30 a.m. In the
Suncrest 6th Ward building, 891 W. 130 N. in Orem. A viewing will begin at 10
a.m. that morning. Internment will be at the Orem City Cemetery.
Services provided by SereniCare.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Bills, Joseph LeRoy           
ST. GEORGE - Joseph LeRoy "Roy" Bills passed away December 23, 2005 in St.
George, Utah after a brief illness. He was born January 29, 1932 in Payson,
Utah the eldest child of Joseph Sterling Bills and Dolly Maurine Daley. He
married Francis Hallett Van Ausdal in May 1975 in Ely, Nevada.
Roy graduated from Payson High and was twice awarded first place at the
Western States Regional Competition in marksmanship. He was a coach and the
co-founder for Payson Little League Baseball, as well as an instructor and
co-founder of the local gun safety course. He also cofounded the Payson
Kiwanis Club.
He made his early career as a brick mason and later worked at Nebo Lanes and
Duke's Lanes Alley. After graduating from the Law Enforcement Academy, he took
a position with the Payson Police Department and served the city with a
notable record. He later moved to St. George, Utah and worked as the manager
for many years of the Western Safari Motel.
Roy will be greatly missed and remembered for his love and appreciation of the
outdoors, his kindness and unceasing support of family and friends, his sense
of humor, his compassion despite his gruff exterior, and the example he showed
us by treating all people with respect.
Roy was preceded in death by his wife and parents. He is survived by his
stepchildren and their families: Sandra (Carl) Rasmussen, Salt Lake City;
Sherry (Dale) Hughes, St. George; and Sharon (Mertin) Moon, Springville, Bryce
Van Ausdal, Salt Lake City. Brothers and sisters: Douglass (Jean) Bills, Salt
Lake City, Rita (Mack, deceased) Jones, Woodland Hills, CA; Wayne (Carin)
Bills, Grand Junction, CO; Lynn (Karen) Bills, Manti, UT; Lou Anne (Floyd)
Robertson, Summit Park, UT; Burtis (Judy) Bills, Payson; and Beverly (Terry)
Goold, St. George. Other survivors include close friends: Ilene Hunt and
children, St. George.
Memorial services will be held at the Payson 3rd Ward Chapel on 200 North Main
Street, Payson, Utah on Friday, December 30 at 11:00 a.m.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Brinton, Milton Howe          
April 22, 1921-December 27, 2005
Dr. Milton Howe Brinton died peacefully in his sleep at his daughter's home in
Pleasant Grove, Utah, on December 27, 2005, after spending a delightful
holiday with his family.
Milt lived a full life! He loved hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, scuba
diving and family vacations. In his youth he was active in sports, boxing,
student government and scouting. He earned his Eagle at 13 and was also a
Silver Beaver recipient. He had an enthusiasm for life and a work ethic that
will long be remembered. His greatest joy came from serving others and sharing
his fishing "secrets" with the kids!
Milt had an unquenchable desire to learn and he loved to study church
doctrine. He was active in the LDS church and became a great "fisher" of men
while serving a mission to Canada and later serving two more missions with his
wife to Africa and Argentina. He taught his children the Gospel by his
life-long example of faithful obedience and service. Milt loved working as a
sealer in the Provo Temple. He was devoted to his wife, family and the Savior.
Milt was born April 22, 1921, in Victor, Idaho to Milton Huffaker and Sarah
Edna Howe Brinton. He married Leah Ritchie in the Idaho Falls Temple on August
20, 1946. He served in the ROTC, COTC and as Full Commander in the US Marine
hospital in San Francisco, CA. He later opened a private practice in vascular
and general surgery in Oakland, California. Milt and Leah raised their
children in the Bay Area.
His wife preceded him in death just five months ago. He is survived by his six
children: Milton H. Brinton (Barbara), Mission President in Rio, Brazil; Jill
Bigelow (Rob), Pleasant Grove, UT; Jody Ross (Wayne), Provo, UT; Cheryl Bailey
(Dave), Provo, UT; Gary Brinton (Monica), Provo, UT; Rodney Brinton, Orem, UT.
He currently has twenty-seven grandchildren and thirty-four
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, 2005 at 11:00 a.m., in the
Sharon East Stake Center, 2400 North 1060 East, Provo, Utah. Friends may call
at the stake center from 9:30-10:45 prior to services. Internment will be East
Lawn Memorial Hills Cemetery, Provo, UT. Condolences may be sent to
WWW.Info@BergMortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Crook, Elaine Osborn Patten        
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother completed her
mission on this earth December 27, 2005.
Elaine was born to Iva Rich and Glenn Osborn on June 27, 1920 in Salt Lake
City. She was the middle child of three children. After graduating from South
High School, she married Harold C. Patten in the Salt Lake Temple on March 4,
1938. He passed away in 1994. She married Darwin Lynn Crook in the Provo
Temple on May 2, 1997.
Elaine's life was a life of service to others. She nursed and cared for many
in her extended family. She served faithfully in many leadership positions in
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a gracious hostess, she
was always concerned about making everyone comfortable. She was a wonderful
cook and she willingly shared with neighbors and friends. She was talented as
a musician, playing the piano and organ. Elaine was a long-term temple worker
in the Provo Temple. She enjoyed having a beautiful garden. She had many
friends whose friendship she valued. She will be remembered by her family
through the many family traditions she created.
Elaine is survived by her husband Lynn, children: Patricia (Courtney) Cowley,
Brigham City, UT; Charlie (Kate) Patten, Draper; Shane (Christine) Patten,
Payson; David (Ruth Ann) Patten, Salt Lake City, UT; Dana (Ron) Houchins,
Triadelphia, WV; Erin (Greg) Thompson, Montpeller, ID; step children: Kenneth
(Mary Jo) Crook, Alpine, UT; Edmund (Karene) Dix, Provo, UT; Bradley (Lorrie)
Crook, Santaquin, UT. Her brother, Robert Osborn, San Diego, CA; 29
grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was
preceded in death by her husband Harold, son Hal Patten, sister Glenda Kenner
and grandson Wade Cowley.
Funeral services will be held at the Park Ward church on Saturday, December
31, at 1 1:00 a.m. at 110 S. 300 W. in Payson, UT. A viewing will be held
Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Walker Mortuary, 587 S. 100 W. in
Payson, Ut, and at the Park Ward church from 10:00 -10:45 a.m. before the
service. 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 12/29/2005.

Cutler, Wayne Leo        
Wayne Leo Cutler passed away on December 27, 2005, at Utah Valley Regional
Medical Center due to a sudden illness. His loving family was at his side as
he took his last breath and left his earthly life.
Wayne Leo Cutler was born on February 28, 1929 in Spanish Fork, Utah to Leo
Thomas and Mary Gwendolyn Cutler. He married R'Teen Beesley on June 2, 1951 in
Springville, Utah, they were sealed on June 2, 1961 in the Manti Temple as
Eternal partners. R'Teen B. Cutler passed away on February 19, 1999. Wayne
married Mary Deanna Brimhall on September 13, 1999.
To our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. You have always
been there for us through our joys and sorrows. Your smile, your strength and
your love will always be with us and we know that you will be looking down
upon us as we continue our journey through life.
Wayne is survived by wife Deanna, and his children Gordon (Linda) of
Tremonton, Utah; Pattie Hansen of South Jordan, Utah; Richard (Nola) of Union,
Missouri; Yvonne (Ed) Manookin of Orem, Utah; Michael (Kelli) of Springville,
Utah; and Jon (Brenda) of Springville, Utah; as well as many grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; one sister, Laura (Bill ) McLean; a brother Harold
(Chiyome) Cutler; two sisters-in-law, Juanita Mellor and Leah (Dennis) Holt,
and many extended family members who knew him as father and grandfather.
Wayne served in the United States Navy, and is a Korean War Veteran.
Throughout his life, Wayne was very active with the youth of Springville. He
served with his wife R'Teen in the Stake M Men and Gleaners for 10 years. He
was active in the Scouting Program, where he earned his Eagle Scout and Silver
Beaver Award.
Wayne was happiest when he was in the service of others. He was currently
serving as Director of the Springville Senior Citizen Center and tour guide
for the center.
Upon Wayne's wishes, he was cremated. A memorial service will be held
Saturday, December 31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m., at the Springcreek 5th Ward LDS
Chapel, 850 East 200 North, Springville. Friends may call at the Chapel two
hours prior to service. Wayne's cremated remains will be interred at the
Springville Evergreen Cemetery following the memorial service. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the Springville Senior Citizen Center.
Condolences may be sent to info@BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Dangerfield, Layne Lucille         
Layne Lucille Hubbard Dangerfield passed away peacefully in Provo, Utah on
Tuesday, December 27, 2005, at the age of 81. Layne was born June 24, 1924 in
Baker, Montana and loved the outdoors. Layne was very talented musically
playing the piano and violin. She loved singing and moved to Salt Lake City
after graduating from high school to join the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. She met
and married the love of her life, Sherman Hardy Dangerfield and they were
married in the Salt Lake Temple on October 27, 1944. Some highlights of her
life were traveling with the Tabernacle Choir on their first trip to Europe in
1955 as well as singing at the White House to President Eisenhower. Layne
loved learning about everything. She enjoyed reading, medical research and
family history. She will be well received by the many ancestors she only knew
on paper; may we continue Her effort, turning our hearts to our Fathers. Her
children remember her thoughtfulness and concern for her family as well as
many others in the community. She will be missed by her children: Diane (Evan)
Olson, Mesa, Arizona; Mark (Kathy) Dangerfield, Mesa, Arizona; Bruce
(Meredith) Dangerfield, Green Bay, Wisconsin; and John (Taffy) Dangerfield,
Springville, Utah; and by her stepmother, Irene Hubbard McAleer. Her husband,
Sherman Hardy and beloved son, Sherman Paul (Lynell) Dangerfield, and her
sister, Lorraine Erno preceded her in death. Her 28 grandchildren, including
four serving full time missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day
Saints, and 20 great-grandchildren, will surely miss "Grandma Layne". Her
beautiful alto voice is gone, but her spirit lives on for eternity. We love
you mom! Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 31, 2005, at 11:00
a.m., in the Pleasant View 3rd Ward LDS Chapel, 650 East Stadium Ave., Provo.
Friends may call Friday, December 30, 2005, from 6-8 p.m., at the Berg
Mortuary of Provo, 185 East Center Street, or Saturday morning, at the Ward
Chapel, from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Provo City
Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.info@BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Disbrow, Robert F.       
Robert F. Disbrow died of natural causes on December 25, 2005. He was born on
September 3, 1929, in Santa Monica, California, to Robert Disbrow & Edith
Friend Disbrow. He married Janet Agenbroad on January 17, 1953. They were then
sealed in the LDS Los Angeles temple on October 31, 1959.
He is survived by his wife, Janet, 7 children, 27 grandchildren and 5 great
grandchildren. He was a great husband and dad: he had the most beautiful happy
eyes and a funny sense of humor. He will be in our thoughts always and will be
greatly missed. "Until we meet again, we Love You!
Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 30, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the
Edgemont South Stake Center, 350 East 2950 North, Provo. Interment will be in
the East Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations made in Bob's name to
Parkinson's research.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Dowding, Ruth Salisbury       
Ruth Salisbury Dowding, 93, of Orem, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother
passed away peacefully on December 27, 2005.
Ruth was born in Orem, Utah to Theodore and Joesphine (Snow) Salisbury on Sept
24, 1912. Ruth met and married Ralph W Dowding in Quartzite, Arizona in 1942.
They made their home in Orem, Utah.
Ruth is survived by her children: Rod (Carolyn) Dowding; Vicki (Dennis) Ash;
Steven Dowding all of Orem, 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 11 great
great grandchildren and two brothers Ted and John Salisbury. Ruth was preceded
in death by her husband and sister Portia Harris.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the
Cascade Chapel at Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 South State Street in Orem.
Friends and family may call Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and also Friday
from 10 to 10:45 a.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 12/29/2005.

Kirkham, Bodell Smith         
Bodell Smith Kirkham, 80, passed away Dec 27, 2005 at her home. She was born
Feb 10, 1925 in Pocatello, Idaho to Alma Gibson Smith and Maud Bodell Jensen
Smith. She married Dale Bruce Kirkham on May 29, 1950. They began a 55-year
partnership establishing both a family and a business. Their small auto parts
business, Dale's Auto Supply Co. grew to include salvage operations, equipment
sales, and real estate development. She was an integral part of the enterprise
and faithfully worked daily in the office with Dale and with her sons, Kirk
and Rich until a few days prior to her death.
She is survived by her husband Dale B. Kirkham, sons Dale B. "Kirk" (Jill)
Kirkham Jr., Pocatello, Richard D. (Kathy) Kirkham, Pocatello and daughter
Karol Bodell Kirkham (Scott) Stokes, Couer d'Alene, Idaho, 13 grandchildren, 4
great-grandchildren, a brother, Gary Richard (Rita) Smith, Provo, Utah,
sister-in law, Dona Parkinson, St. George, Utah, brothers-in law, Dean
Kirkham, Lehi, Utah and Avery Kirkham, Twin Falls, Idaho, and numerous nieces
and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents Alma Gibson Smith and Maud Bodell
Jensen Smith, brothers Donald William (infant) and Alma Gibson Smith, Jr.,
sister-in-law Mary Jean Shott Smith, sister, Betty Jean (infant), and
brother-in law Reed Kirkham, Blackfoot, Idaho.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Perpetual Education Fund
or Missionary fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or the
Bodell Kirkham Scholarship Trust, PO Box 4026, Pocatello, Idaho 83201.
A memorial service will be held at 10 am, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2005 at the
Highland 2nd Ward LDS Chapel, 2000 S Fairway, Pocatello, Idaho. The family
will receive friends from 6 until 8 pm., Friday Dec 20, 2005 at the Caldwell
Park LDS Church, 135 S. 7th Ave., Pocatello, Idaho.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Lewis, Frederick Wesley       
Frederick Wesley Lewis, age 90, our devoted and loving father, grandfather,
and great-grandfather, passed away surrounded by family on December 27, 2005.
He was born on July 6, 1915 in Park City, Utah to William J. Lewis and Ethel
Rasband Lewis. He attended both Park City and Provo City Schools. He graduated
from Provo High School and also attended Brigham Young University.
During World War II, he served in the Pacific theater in Australia and New
Guinea. He received several awards, including two Purple Hearts as well as the
Combat Infantry Badge for exemplary conduct.
Wesley married Stella Dixon on May 1, 1946 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They
were proud parents of two sons and two daughters. Stella preceded him in death
in September of 2001. They resided in Provo until Wesley moved to Orem in
2002.
Wesley worked for Huish Theater Enterprises, managing theaters in Gunnison,
Helper, and Richfield, Utah for several years prior to his military service.
After his honorable discharge from the U. S. Army, he was employed at Geneva
Steel in the Accounting Department. Retirement from Geneva Steel was followed
by a second profession in procurement at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City.
Wesley was a devout member of the LDS Church. He served in various
organizations including the Sunday School presidency, ward clerk, and
assistant to the stake president on BYU campus.
In his free time, Wesley enjoyed golf, bowling, singing, and was an avid
reader. Following retirement, Wesley and Stella spent several years traveling
throughout various parts of the world. He was a devoted father, grandfather,
and great-grandfather. He showed much love and concern for his family and
extended family. He was truly selfless and generous to all.
Wesley is survived by his children: Fred (Patty) Lewis, Denver, CO; Steve
Lewis, Palm Springs, CA; Lynn (Ken) Dahlberg, Orem UT; and Sandy (Lee)
Stephenson, Provo UT; his brother Howard (Carol), Orem UT; his sisters: Beth
Miller, Provo, UT; Barbara Scott, Salt Lake City, UT; and Carol (Stan) Moore,
Orem, UT; and eighteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by his parents, his other brothers and sisters, Wayne, Dean,
Helen Pringle, and Clea Rawson.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the
River Ridge Second Ward Chapel, 1100 East 600 North Orem. A viewing will be
held from 12:00 to 12:45 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Internment,
East Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Provo.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Pugh, Ralph Bailey       
Ralph Bailey Pugh, 82, passed away December 27, 2005, at the Utah Valley
Hospital in Provo, Utah. He was born June 11, 1923, in Kanab, Utah, to Leonard
Bailey and Lavina Swapp Pugh. He married Orpha DeLeeuw, June 14, 1952. They
have been married for 53 years.
Ralph served in the Army during World War 11. He worked for Mountain Bell
Telephone Company as an installer & repairman. He retired after 32 years.
He is survived by his wife, Orpha, one son, Leonard W. (Lurean) and two
daughters, Marva Kay Pugh and Kenra Pugh, 3 grandsons, Jason (Hayley), Scott
(Jennifer), Jeremy (Emily) and 5 great- grandchildren, Jessica, Morgan, Drake,
Alex & Jaxen. They will miss their grandpa.
Graveside services will be held in the Orem City Cemetery, 1520 North 800
East, Orem, Saturday, December 31st, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. Family and friends may
call from 11:45-12:45 at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800
North, Orem.
In lieu of flowers your kind words and thoughts would be appreciated.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Redden, Geraldine "Jerry"          
Geraldine (Jerry) Redden passed away on December 27, 2005 at her home
surrounded by her family. She was born on July 3, 1925 to Willis and Elizabeth
Gardner Greenhalgh in Ruth, Nevada.
She worked as a nurse, a waitress, and as a homemaker serving her family. She
loved her work as a Senior Companion and was very involved in her community.
Jerry enjoyed her association with VFW and the women's auxiliary.
She was a devoted mother to her five children and loved being with her
grandchildren. Jerry enjoyed going south in the winter, all family activities,
fishing, and antique collecting. She loved her garden.
A member of the LDS church, she is survived by her three sons and two
daughters: Terry (Carol) Olsen, Spanish Fork; Melodie (David) Wood, Salem;
Shaun (Vickie) Olsen, Pahrump, NV; Chet (Karen) Olsen, Benjamin; and Jerilynn
(Dave) Bona, Springville. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands: Doug Olsen;
Lynn Spainhower; and Jim Redden; her parents; and brothers: Berdell and Loynel
Greenhalgh.
We her family would like to extend our personal thanks for all the love and
care given to our mother by Dena McCloud, and Bonnie Ballard of A-plus home
care, and also Dr. Gary Garner of Hospice Vista Care.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at the Mount Nebo
Ward Chapel, 1006 East 200 South, Spanish Fork, Utah, at 11:00 a.m. Family and
friends may call Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Walker Mortuary, 187 South
Main, Spanish Fork, and one hour prior to services at the church. Interment
will be at the Santaquin City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.

Todd, Frank Charles           
Frank Charles Todd age 59 was called home unexpectedly on December 26, 2005
and is in the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Frank was born in Provo on April 20, 1946 to Frank and Margaret Todd. He
graduated from Orem High School and went to college at Utah State University.
From there he served in Korea for the U.S. Army.
He retired from Geneva Steel and was currently employed by his dear friends at
Rubber Technologies in Sandy.
He married his best friend Jolene Smith in 1978 and raised his children in
Pleasant Grove, Utah.
He is survived by his wife and children: His "Special Buddy" Jimmy Smith,
Denise (Shaun) Robinson, Gordy Smith, Frank C. Jr (Michelle) Todd, Tammy
Gorecki, Jessica Carter, and his youngest son that Frank and Jolene had
together, Tug D. Todd.
His family will sure miss his kind and loving spirit. At Frank's request there
will be no services. However, the family welcomes you to come and join them on
Saturday, December 31, 2005 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Eagles Lounge, 210
N. 600 W., in Pleasant Grove.
Published in the Daily Herald on 12/29/2005.