OBITS: Daily Herald 6 Feb 2005; Provo, Utah co., Utah text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Daily Herald http://www.daily-herald.com Ballif, Barbara Nielson 1930-2005 Barbara Nielson Ballif, our loving mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully February 2, 2005 in Provo, Utah at age 74. She was born July 12, 1930 in Lehi, Utah, a daughter of Joseph Leroy Nielson and Marion Gardner Nielson. She spent her younger years in Blanding, Utah. She married John Lyman Ballif III on June 9, 1952 in the Salt Lake Temple. Barbara left a legacy of service and love. As a faithful member of the LDS church, she served in many callings and served two fulltime missions to Austria and Alabama. This service extended to loved ones and to the members of the communities where she lived. She had a great sense of humor, a love for people, and strong ties of love and devotion to her family. Barbara received her B.A. from the University of Utah and later received her Masters of Social Work from BYU. She was a counselor to many and she will be remembered for her loving and caring ways. She had a strong testimony of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Her family and friends will miss her dearly. Survived by her husband, John Lyman Ballif III and their children: Christina Ballif Parkinson (Alan); John (Lezlie); Joseph (Janet); David (Chris); Jeffrey (Nancy); Mark (Julia); 26 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 3 brothers: Rhoda Ashley, Virginia Black, Frances Nielson, John Nielson, Robert Nielson. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 7, 2005, 11:00 AM, the Edgemont 12th Ward Chapel at 350 East 2950 North, Provo. A viewing will be held at Berg Mortuary, 185 East Center, Provo, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, February 6, 2005, and at the church on Monday morning, one hour prior to the funeral. Interment at the Provo Cemetery will follow services. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com. Published in the Daily Herald from 2/5/2005 - 2/6/2005. Chipman, Grace Wadley Grace Wadley Chipman 22 Sep 1905 ~ 3 Feb 2005 "A Crown Worn Well" Our mother finally finished her earthly journey. She was a "twentieth-century woman," riding horses to school, living through Haley's comet, baptism in a canal, the flu epidemic, the Great Depression, four wars, hard work, and all the vicissitudes of life. She did it with the grace that her name implied. Grace was third of ten children born to Richard David and Mary Ellen Wadley, and grew up on the family fruit farm in Manila, UT. She was champion fruit picker, and climbed the trees, refusing to use a ladder. She married H. Vern Chipman on 24 February 1926 in the Salt Lake Temple. This union produced four children and lasted over sixty years. She was school lunch manager at Harrington and Forbes schools for twenty years. She graduated from the first LDS Seminary class and earned her Young Women Medallion at age ninety-two. Eighty years ago, Grace was crowned the first Strawberry Days Queen in Pleasant Grove, Utah. When she was honored again, at age 88, the audience was awed by her beauty and nobility. To be queen for a day does not require much effort, to be a queen for a year requires more; but, to walk in a queenly fashion for a life-time requires an inner beauty and grace that few possess. Mom wore her crown well. Her children are Dorothy Strasburg, Richard H. Chipman, Don B. (deceased), and Irene West. Surviving siblings are Arvil Wadley, Clifton Wadley, Leah Robinson. She was the "world's best grandma" to nineteen grandchildren, forty-eight great-grandchildren, fifteen great great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, 7 February 2005, in the American Fork 19th Ward, 1305 N. 100 East, American Fork, UT. Viewing from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Funeral at 11 o'clock. Interment at the American Fork Cemetery, under the direction of Anderson & Sons Mortuary. Our gratitude to Greenwood Manor for their love and care. Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Gibson, Irma Burdett Irma Burdett Gibson, of Provo, Utah, passed away of natural causes, February 3, 2005. She was born on September 20, 1924, in Gaffney, South Carolina, to Marvin Moroni Burdett and Gladys Electra Parris. She married M. Carl Gibson on December 6, 1944, in the St. George Temple. Together they had 8 children, 5 of whom lived. Irma loved music. She was intensely involved in music all her life and was a consummate pianist and organist. She also loved temple work and was involved in it most of her adult life. She and Carl served an LDS Temple mission in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Irma is survived by her children: Tanya Gibson, of Provo; Randy (Janet) Gibson, of Riverton; Marla (Michael) Willden, of Pleasant Grove; Steven (Nancy) Gibson, of Provo; and Brent (Rebecca) Gibson, of Bennion, Utah; and a sister, Barbara (Clyde) Raines, of Dallas, Texas. Irma has 20 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, M. Carl Gibson; a brother, Henry Burdett (of South Carolina); and three children, who died at birth. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Provo Slate Canyon 3rd Ward Chapel, 1498 East 800 South, Provo. Friends may call on Monday evening, from 6-8 p.m., at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center Street; as well as Tuesday morning, at the church, from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment will be in Provo City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Hanks, Nelda Hill Nelda Hill Hanks, 97, died Thursday, February 3, 2005, at the Mountain View Hospital in Payson. She was born June 12, 1907, in Payson, Utah, the daughter of Jasper F. and Alice Finlayson Hill. She married Melvin R. Hanks, June 8, 1927, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He died February 12, 1987. She was an active member of the LDS Church. She served in the Primary, MIA, and Relief Society, both ward and stake, and was a Visiting Teacher for many years. She was a member of the "Salem Literary Club" and the "Friendly Neighbors Club". She and her husband were active members of the Lions Club and enjoyed many trips throughout the country. Her hobbies were quilting, crocheting, and flower arranging. She ran a floral shop for 20 years. After retiring, she took schooling in oil painting and many of her family and friends have enjoyed her paintings. Nelda is survived by two sons and one daughter and their spouses: Vaud and Donna Hanks of Salem, Shirl and Nedra Hanks of Salem, Geneal and Richard Nuttall of West Valley; fourteen grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Edith Tischner of Santaquin, and brother, Earl Hill of Bountiful. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Peggy Lou Jones; and sisters and brothers: Althea Carson, Florence Dalton, Rulon Hill, Vida Moore, Dora Cloward, Erma Thatcher, Chloris Kindred, F. Leroy Hill, and twins, Lynn and Kenneth Hill. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Salem 2nd Ward Chapel, 60 South Main Street. Friends may call on Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Walker Family Mortuary, 187 South Main Street, Spanish Fork; and, on Tuesday, at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Burial will be in the Salem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Jonkers, Alida Alida Jonkers, age 70, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2005, following a long battle with cancer. She was born June 2, 1934, in Ede, the Netherlands, to Jan Jonkers and Maria Berghmans. She married Doc Douma on November 16, 1955, in Ede, the Netherlands. Together they had three children. They were later divorced. She is survived by her companion, Don Lyman; her children, Christien (Robbert Jan) van der Vlis, of Wassenaar, the Netherlands; Hans (Leone) Douma, of Orem; Alice (Don) Sanchez, of West Valley City; 14 grandchildren; one sister, Tiny; and one brother, Casper, both of the Netherlands. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Tom. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 7, 2005, at 11:30 a.m., at the Westland 3rd Ward Chapel, 7265 S 2700 West, West Jordan. A viewing is scheduled from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Interment, 3:30 p.m., Malad City Cemetery. Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Kleinman, Harold Rey Harold Rey Kleinman passed away February 3, 2005, in American Fork, Utah. He was born April 9, 1936, in Nogales, AZ, to Joseph LeRoy and Horesa Lillywhite Kleinman, but was raised and went to school in El Paso, TX. He married Nilvia N. Alvarez on September 16, 1960, in the Mesa Arizona Temple. He worked in electronics his whole life and his favorite job was setting up computers to run nuclear reactors for the Atomic Energy Commission. In 1972, he went to work for BYU; and, retired in 1996, as head of the Electronic Media Department. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and sharing that love with his family and friends. Survived by his wife; daughter, Erika (Mark) Watters; son, Mark A. Kleinman, and Terressa; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren; two brothers: Wayne (Diane), and Larry (Mickey); two sisters: Karen (David) Lentz, and Sue (Phil) Dickson; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Betty Jo Webb. Funeral will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the American Fork 6th Ward, 320 North 100 East, with a viewing from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Burial, American Fork Cemetery. Thanks to all who helped our father and husband with loving care. Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Martell, Warren Harding Warren Harding Martell was honored by friends and family for his noble life the last week he spent on earth. He died on February 3, 2005. He was born July 4, 1921 in Mullan, Idaho to Charlotte Whimpy Martell and Morris Jenkins Martell. He was preceded in death by his parents, six siblings, and a son. He was blessed with a loving wife, Rebecca Jane Fullmer Martell, and children: Marie Reid (Kirk), Karen LaFlamme (George Hooten), Cliff Martell (Sandra), Victor Martell (Carolyn), many grandchildren, extended family, and friends. He was proud to serve his country during WWII. He was a wonderful example of living and dying with dignity. He made the world a better place. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 7, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South in Springville, Utah. Burial will follow in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Published in the Daily Herald from 2/5/2005 - 2/6/2005. Rigby, Wilda Wilda Rigby On February 4, 2005, our wonderful mother returned to the loving arms of her eternal sweetheart. Mary Wilda Fullmer Rigby, 88, was born January 11, 1917, in Bingham, Utah. She was the second of five daughters of Alma and Bertha Fullmer. When Mom was six-weeks-old, the family moved to Springville, where she was raised. Mom attended Springville schools and graduated from Springville High in 1935. On November 23, 1937, Wilda married the love of her life, Donald Dean Rigby. Their marriage was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on their fifth anniversary. Dad passed away on February 13, 1995. After they were married, Mom and Dad lived in Fairview for two years, then moved to Springville, where they raised their family. Wilda was a life-long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as the Primary President, Stake Primary President, blazer leader, Sunday School teacher, Relief Society counselor and many other callings. She loved the nine years that she worked at the Provo Temple with Dad. Mom and Dad loved to dance and square dance. If they had a day free, you could always find Mom and Dad out on a lake, fishing. They loved to travel and camp. When their family was young, they would pack up the old tent and wouldn't think of missing an Averett or Mason family reunion. The Blackhawk Encampment was always a favorite. Later, they would take either their trailer or motor home out traveling with their many friends, or with the Good Sams Club, to places like Lava Hot Springs, and Quartzsite, Arizona. At one time, Mom and Dad had visited every temple in the United States and Canada. Wilda was known for her beautiful garden and flowers. She could make anything grow. There wasn't a weed that would dare to try and grow in her gardens. Wilda is survived by two sons and two daughters: Dean (Lola) Rigby, of American Fork; Janet (Lewis) Walters, of West Valley City; Bruce (Irene) Rigby, of Ivins; and Betty (Craig) Hatfield, of Springville. Mom had 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren with one more that she will love and hold until his birth in April. Mom has three sisters: Maurine Mortensen, of Springville; Norma Jensen, of Orem; and Marie Tipton, of Springville. Wilda was preceded in death by her husband Don, of 57 years; her parents; and one sister, Donetta. Our family would like to thank everyone at Canterbury Place Assisted Living in Springville for the love they have shown our Mom during the last year. We would also like to thank everyone that worked with her in the Continuing Care Unit at Mountain View Hospital, and the wonderful people at Spanish Fork Nursing Care. Alpine Home Care and Hospice were angels sent from heaven for Mom, Thank You. Dr. William LeRoy, you will always hold a special place in our hearts for the loving care you have given our Mom over the years. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2004, at 11 a.m., in the Hobble Creek West Stake Center, located at 555 South Averett Ave. (600 E.) in Springville. Friends and family may call on Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200 South, Springville; or, at the church, one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelermortuary.com Published in the Daily Herald from 2/6/2005 - 2/8/2005. Shaw, Leon C. Leon C. Shaw, 81, of Surprise, AZ, formerly of Provo, UT, returned to his loving Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 30, 2005, due to complications from diabetes, kidney, and heart failure. Leon was born August 6, 1923, in Venice, UT, to Lawrence and LaPreal Shaw. He married Erneice Conover on January 7, 1943, and their marriage was later solemnized in the Mesa, Arizona Temple on January 6, 2001. Leon served in the Army in the European Theater from 1943-1946. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 25 years, and sold Kirby vacuum cleaners during that time. After retirement, he and Erneice traveled around the United States with the Good Sam Club. They traveled back and forth from Utah to Arizona; and, in 1992, made Surprise, AZ, their permanent home. Leon was preceded in death by his parents, and one infant brother, Donald Shaw. He is survived by his wife, Erneice, of 62 years; his seven children: Susan White, Mapleton, UT; Patricia (Bill) Larsen, Glendale, AZ; Barbara (Jim) Rasmussen, Laramie, WY; Margie (Wes) Taft, Bloomfield, NM; Kenneth (Jennie) Shaw, Springville, UT; Ann Marie (Larry) Molster, Springville, UT; Larry (Nancy) Shaw, Spanish Fork, UT; 29 grandchildren and 47 great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include brothers: Verdon (Maurine) Shaw, Orem, UT; Deloy (Shirley) Shaw, Beaver Dam, AZ; sisters: Renee (Phil) Nielson, Richfield, UT; Shirley (McKay) Mickelson, Salina, UT; Lorraine (John) Black, Boise, ID; and numerous other family and friends. Friends may call at Walker Family Mortuary, 85 East 300 South, Provo, on Sunday, February 6th, from 6-8 p.m.; or, Monday, February 7th, at the Springcreek Stake Center, 760 North 400 East, Springville, from 10-10:45 a.m. Funeral services will follow, at 11 a.m., in the Springcreek Stake Center. Burial will be at the Eastlawn Memorial Hills Cemetery in Provo. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005. Spanton, Minnie Jordan Minnie Jordan Spanton Our beloved family matriarch, after enduring to the end, slipped quietly through the gate of life on Friday, February 4, 2005, from pneumonia. Minnie was born August 27, 1907, in Park City, Utah, to George Borlan and Emma Jordan. She was a granddaughter of John Jordan, who was one of the original settlers of Heber City. The family name was honored with the naming of the Jordanelle Reservoir. She married Billy Holland Spanton on February 5, 1935. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. He preceded her in death July 22, 1949, leaving her with four young daughters to raise. Her courage and strong work ethics resulted in successfully managing both a job and her family. She became well known for her cooking and baking when she worked at the Hub Cafe and the Wagon Wheel Cafe in Heber City. She enjoyed the many friendships that were established there. When her children were grown, she left her heart in Heber, and moved to Payson, where she and her daughters established the Old Firehouse Restaurant. Mom continued to work until she was in her eighties. She was determined, strong willed, and opinionated. She always "told it like it was." She had a keen sense of humor that brought laughter to many. All of these traits were passed on to her daughters. Mama was the "hub" that all of her posterity revolved around. She is survived by Holly (Kay) Peterson, Santaquin; Connie Hansen, and Betty (Richard) Quinn, of Payson; and Billie Jo (Charles) Maurer, of Ogden. She leaves behind 20 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Mark Frazier for his compassion, as well as her home care specialists, Patty Steele, Wendy Schuler, and Tess Martinez, who became like family. A special thanks is extended to Kay and Holly Peterson for providing Mom a special place to reside, as well as tender care throughout her declining years. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 8, at 11 a.m., at Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, in Payson. Viewing and family visitation will be held Monday evening from 6-7:30 p.m.; and, Tuesday, one hour prior to services. We will then take our mother "home", where graveside services will be held at the Heber City Cemetery at 2 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymorturies.com Published in the Daily Herald on 2/6/2005.