OBITS: Daily Herald 3 Jan 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 Butler, Colby Steven Colby Steven Butler Our precious son, grandson, and brother, Colby Steven Butler, age 2, returned to his Heavenly Father on Thursday, December 30, 2004. He has gone home to be with his grandma. Colby was born June 11, 2002, in Orem, Utah, to Jason Rex Butler and Heidi June VonKohler Butler. He was a miraculous child who enjoyed life with all his heart. He was loved by all. Colby is survived by his mother and step-father, Heidi Butler and Jason Bullock, of Spanish Fork; father and step-mother, Jason and Sabrina Butler, of Payson; brothers and sisters: Brad Butler, Samantha Butler, Cheyenne Butler, Dakota Butler; grandparents: Steve and Julie Mills, of Pleasant Grove; and Rex Butler, of Payson; and many loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandma, Vickie Butler. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Spanish Fork 12th Ward Chapel, 1180 East 1240 South. Friends may call at the church from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. prior to the services. 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 1/3/2005. Cannon, Rachel Anne Rachel Anne Cannon 1979 ~ 2004 Rachel Anne Cannon, 25, of Mapleton, Utah, completed her earthly journey on the afternoon of December 30, 2004. She was called home by her Heavenly Father after a second struggle with cancer. Rachel was born on August 7, 1979, to Chris and Claudia Cannon in Alexandria, Virginia. She attended Navy Elementary in Oakton, Va., Mapleton Elementary, and Meridian School in Provo. She graduated from Provo High where she ran track and played soccer. She attended Southern Virginia University for a year, then transferred to Brigham Young University, where she majored in art history and political science. She was very near graduation at the onset of her illness and continued her efforts in her education until her passing. Rachel remained close to her childhood friend, Becca. She especially loved talking with her dear friend, Sara. She enjoyed biking in Moab with Lindsay, where her sisters recall being left in the dust; and, salsa dancing with her cousins, Jennifer and Karen. She loved Christmas, spending time with her family, and participating in the world around her. She worked tirelessly on her father's Congressional campaigns. A highlight of her life was working for Congressman Jim Rogan, who had been a House Manager in the Clinton impeachment; and, was not too proud to clean carpets on the night shift at BYU. She loved the Swindle family for whom she worked at their Repartee Gallery. She was working for Dr. Wendell Gibby, at his office in Provo, when her illness returned; and, wore every day the bracelet her co-workers, Tiff, Barb, and Sarah gave her . Rachel will be remembered for the sparkle in her eyes, her excitement for life, and for her strength and courage. She was the example her younger brothers and sisters emulated. Rachel is loved and missed by her family and friends; her parents, Chris and Claudia, 7 sisters and brothers: Jane, Laura, Emily, Jonathan, Matthew, Elizabeth, and Cate; and grandparents, Pauline Cannon; and Dale and Gerry Fox Godfrey. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Adrian Wilcox Cannon and Angus Cannon Fox, Jr.; and her dear Aunt Buffy. A viewing in her memory will be held on Monday, January 3, 2005, at her family home, 875 East 1600 North, Mapleton, 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Mapleton North Stake Center, 475 North 1600 West (Highway 89), Mapleton. Friends may visit the family and view Rachel at the stake center from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery at 4 p.m. Friends and family, especially those involved in the inaugural events of Governor Huntsman, are welcome to the graveside service and dedication. Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Coe, Beatrice Minnie Beatrice Minnie Coe Our dear mother, grandma, great-grandma, aunt and dear friend, Beatrice Minnie Coe, age 95, left her earthly body and returned to her Father in Heaven on Thursday, December 30, 2004. At the time of her departure, she was tenderly encompassed by family members. Bea was born the daughter of Otto and Minnie Salziger Meyer on September 22, 1909, in Victoria, Texas. She married William Jackson WJ' Coe on March 5, 1938; that marriage was later solemnized in the Los Angeles LDS Temple. Bea was known as a great and kind-hearted lady by all those privileged to meet her. Her beautiful embroidery and handiwork was shared with and enjoyed by family and friends; she took great pride in all she did. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters, Mary Hathaway and Ella Lockstedt; two brothers-in-law, Frank Hathaway and Kenneth Lockstedt; and two great-grandchildren, Christina and Ann Carr. She is survived by her children, Joan (Garth) Rasband, of Midway, Utah; and William Bill' Jackson (Martha), Coe, Jr., of St. George, Utah; 13 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and two nieces. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at Noon, in the LDS Church located at 1450 South 800 East, Orem. Friends and acquaintances are invited to pay their respects on Tuesday from 10-11:30 a.m. prior to the services at the LDS Chapel. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery. The family expresses its deepest gratitude to the wonderful and dedicated staff at Orem Nursing and Rehab. Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Gourley, George Amasa George Amasa Gourley July 14, 1912 ~ December 29, 2004 George Amasa Gourley , age 92, passed away December 29, 2004. George was born in Provo, Utah, to David and Dora West Gourley. He was a well-known athlete in pole vaulting and high jump, who set many state and Rocky Mt. Conference records at Pleasant Grove High School and Brigham Young University. While attending BYU, he worked summers as an American Fork Canyon Forest Ranger. During World War II, he worked at Geneva Steel and Remington Arms, where he earned a Journeyman Machinist rating. He had great respect and affection for animals; and, lucky were the ones for whom he cared. He also loved the mountains and was a great sportsman. George's teaching career, as an educator and coach, spanned 40 years at Olympus Jr. and Sr. High Schools - where he encouraged and influenced numerous students. During 18 of those years, he spent his summers driving charter tour busses throughout the U.S. and Canada. George was a High Priest in the LDS Church, where he held many leadership positions working with youth. He lived in Holladay, UT, for 32 years and moved to West Jordan, Utah, in 1968. He married Adena Nell Swenson on July 14, 1933, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He loved his family and extended family, and was the proud father of three sons. George was preceded in death by his parents; eight siblings; one son, George Lincoln; one great granddaughter, Kennedy King. He is survived by his wife, Adena Nell; sons: Michael H. (Mary), West Jordan; Jerome G. (Judy), Midvale; eight grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; foster daughter, Phyllis Slivers Gamble, Midvale, and her eight children and 14 grandchildren; sisters, June (Lynn) Searle, Provo; Fawn (Reed) Burnett, American Fork; brother, Ernest Gourley, Midvale. Funeral services, Monday, January 3, 2004, at 11 a.m., in the Mountain View 10th LDS Ward Chapel, 8435 South 2700 West. Friends may call at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, Sunday, 5-7 p.m.; or, Monday, at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Johnsen, Caleb Noel Caleb Noel Johnsen May 5 - December 31, 2004 Caleb Noel Johnsen was born May 5, 2004, in Provo, Utah, to Jordan Wyler and Alison Lowe Johnsen. He passed away Friday, December 31, 2004, in his mother's arms at Primary Children's Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Despite many complications with cancer treatment, Caleb was always a trooper. He was always ready with a smile and touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He will be fondly remembered by those who shared his life. Caleb is survived by his parents; and grandparents, David and Denise Johnsen, of Kaysville; and Steven and Patricia Lowe, of Farmington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 N. Main, where friends may call Tuesday, January 4, 2005, from 6-8 p.m.; and, Wednesday, 12:45-1:45 p.m. prior to the services. Interment, Bountiful Memorial Park. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Lowman, James Edgar James Edgar Lowman, 70, of Pleasant Grove,Utah, longtimeresident of Gainesville, Florida,returned to his Heavenly Father, Wednesday, December 29, 2004. He was born January 29, 1934, in Connellsville, PA, to Harry R. and Dorothy A. Witt Lowman. He married Bobbie Earlist Saucer on November 23, 1953, in Jacksonville, Florida. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Templeon June 10, 1966. Jim grew up in the D.C. area, where he was a competitive swimmer on a national level, holding many records. He joined the Marine Corps and served during the Korean Conflict. He served in the National Guard and the Veterans Administration. Jim and Bobbie joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in1959 and served in many church callings,includingtempleworkin the Orlando Florida LDS Temple. Jim's passion was sports and he particularly enjoyed working with youth sports programs. Jim never met a stranger and loved making people feel cared for. He had a great sense of humor and loved to put a smile on a person's face. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his life's love, Bobbie; children: James Stanley (Susan) Lowman, Hampton, FL; Kathleen Suzanne (Teddy) Blocker, Pleasant Grove; and Daniel Reed (Judy) Lowman, Cumming, GA; nine grandsons, two great-granddaughtersand one great-grandson. Additional survivors include siblings: Earl Lowman, Spotsylvania, VA;and Patsy Edinger, LaPlatte, MD. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Aaron Lowman; his parents; and brother, Ray Lowman. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Veterans Memorial Park, Bluffdale. Contributions may be made to Dialysis Research Foundation, 5575 S. 500 East, Ogden, UT, 84405 in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinfamilymortuary.com Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Lupus, Alfred Alfred Lupus, 90, died peacefully, January 1, 2005, surrounded by his loving family. Alfred was born on January 25, 1914, in Liverpool, England, to Esa and Shamsey Lupus. He came to the United States when he was 18 months old, in 1916, and settled with his family in Carbon County. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, and his daughter, Colleen. Alfred married his "Little Dolly", Isabelle George, on September 28, 1935, in Salt Lake City. They celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary in September. Al was a lifetime member of St. Francis Catholic Church, the Provo Elks Lodge, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. His passion for the past 25 years has been as a volunteer at the Orem Friendship Center. He and his wife, Isabelle, served hundreds of lunches to hundreds of senior citizens. He was instrumental in the construction of the new Senior facility where he served on the board of directors. Al was named Orem City's "Father of the Year" in 1991. He and "Issie" were named "Senior Survivors" in August of 2004 and honored at a reception in Orem. Al worked in the construction industry most of his life. He was a superintendent on many projects in both Utah and Salt Lake counties and also some outlying areas. Some of his accomplishments include Geneva Steel, Kennecott Copper, JC Penny office building, Utah Power and Light Gadsby plant, the old Centre Theatre, and Summitt Construction in Park City. Al is survived by his loving wife, Isabelle; daughters, LaWana (Patrick) Clinton, Draper; Sharon (Mike) Foley, Ft. Collins, CO; Kathy (Brent) Reynolds, Payson; sons, Alfred "Stormy" (Carol) Lupus, Sandy; and Gregory Lupus, Midway; and his one sister, Carmen (Joe) Awad, Pasadena, CA. He has 16 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, two nephews and a niece. The family wishes to thank Al's caregivers, Alicia, Norma, Lindsey, Karen, Kelly, Kathy, and Amy. We could not have done it without you. Also, a special thanks to Ranae. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 4th, from 6-8 p.m., with a Vigil Prayer Service scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 65 East 500 North, Orem. Funeral Mass will be celebrated, Wednesday, January 5th, at 10 a.m., at St. Francis. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Francis Building Fund, 65 East 500 North, Orem, Utah 84097, in Alfred's name. Anyone wishing to sent condolences to the family, please visit:www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Olsen, Blain G. Blain G. Olsen 1930 - 2005 MT. PLEASANT/SO. JORDAN, UT - Our beloved husband, Dad, Grandpa, & Great Grandpa passed away, surrounded by family, on January 1, 2005. He was born April 6, 1930, to Iva Pearl Neilson and Ernest Lorenzo Olsen in Mt. Pleasant, UT. Blain married his high-school sweetheart, Dorothy Jean Oldham, on September 18, 1948, and was later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on June 17, 1968; he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He always put his family first. He loved life and taught his family how to work & have fun. He loved the outdoors: hunting, camping, boating, and riding his mule and 4-wheeler. He worked for Chicago Bridge & Iron for over 30 years and received a safety recognition for No Lost Time Accidents' in 25 years. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jean Olsen, of Mt. Pleasant, UT; his four children: Kathy Illene McGlone (Earl), of Bluffdale; Craig Ernest Olsen, of Mt. Pleasant; Alana Whitaker (Robert), of Powell, WY; and Teresa Whitaker (Bill), of West Jordan; Jackie McKee Olsen (daughter-in-law), of So. Jordan; 19 grandchildren: Jasen, Brett, Tonya, Shantel, Jami, Brooke, Justin, BJ, Colby, Trevor, Billy, Brian, Shevlin, Nichole, Lan, Kody, Haley, McKayla, and Tellese; 10 great grandchildren; five sisters: Ardith Haynes (Clark), Carma Davidson, Sharlene Mower (Morris), Pam Bailey (Gordon), and Sandy Hendrie (Gary); brother, Lloyd Olsen. Preceded in death by his parents; son, Ralph Blain; daughter, JoEll Jean; and sister, Fern McDaniel. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Mt. Pleasant Stake Center, 295 So. State. Friends and family may call Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at the Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 No. 100 West, Mt. Pleasant, from 6-8 p.m.; and, at the church, on Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the services. Graveside service at 3:30 p.m. at the Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 W. 4100 South, West Valley City. Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Orton, Steven Frederick Steven Frederick Orton passed away Friday, December 31, 2004, at his home. Steven was born August 21, 1967, in Wheatridge, Colorado, to Frederick and Beverly St. Clair Orton. From the very start of life, Steven had some physical problems - an operation for pyloric stenosis, at age one month, at which time a heart defect was seen on x-ray. His first five months of life, he was given antibiotics and kept from contact with others, outside of family, to protect him from infections. Then a cardiac catherization was done to examine the heart defect; none was found. He had been healed through prayer and fasting of family and church members. However, he was found to have other developmental problems which were also present at birth. In later years, his diagnosis was called cerebral hypotonia, meaning that the nerves were present, but not functioning properly. He actually had a combination of syndromes, including some autism. Over the years, we had to wait and see how his life would unfold. His life was beautiful but an uncertain experience for his family. He was a very loving person, very accepting of whatever had come his way. He had a beautiful spirit inside him which touched all who came to know him. He attended special education schools until the age of 24, and then lived in a duplex home in Provo, Utah, with others who needed special care. He worked with others and a supervisor cleaning offices, parks, and United Way vans, and gaining experience in community living skills. He loved music and enjoyed singing and dancing, Christmas, church (especially the organ and choir), his family and light-hearted comedy. He had a way of touching the lives of those around him. I'm sure he was here to help us all learn to love and care for one another. Steven is survived by his mother, Beverly; brothers, Douglas and David; and sisters, Deanne Johnson and Michelle Watkins. He was preceded in death by his father, Frederick. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at 3 p.m., in the Cascade Chapel at Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary. Friends may call Tuesday 1:45-2:45 p.m. at the mortuary prior to the services. Interment will be held Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at 10 a.m., in the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005. Zobell, Orene Staples Richfield, Utah Orene Staples Zobell, 83, of Richfield, Utah, passed away December 30, 2004, in Richfield, Utah. She was born August 3, 1921, in Central Valley, Utah, to Elva and Delilah Washburn Staples. She married Elroy Coleman, December 28, 1945, in Las Vegas, Nevada. They later divorced. She married Walter W. Zobell, August 3, 1952, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He preceded her in death, March 29, 1993. She is survived by her children: Brent (Karen) Zobell, Orem; Dennis (Kathy) Coleman, Glenwood; Winnie (Richard) Greenshields, Big Fork, MT; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Sylvan Staples, Central Valley; Terrill (Bonnie) Staples, Mary D. Powell, Carol (June) Jensen, Kay (Melody) Staples, all of Richfield; Elnora (Kenneth) Mason, Elk Ridge; Louisa (Fred) Swain, Salem; Ronald (LaRene) Staples, St. George; brother-in-law, Walter D. Roberts, Annabella. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Walter; brothers: Vance (Rayola) Staples, Leon Staples; sisters: Glenda Gentry Hawley, Gloria Roberts; sister-in-law, Marjorie Staples; brothers-in-law: Kay Powell, Larry Hoover Funeral services will be held Monday, January 3, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Richfield 11th LDS Ward Chapel, 985 S. 400 West. Friends may call at the ward chapel on Monday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Orem City Cemetery on Monday at 3 p.m. Funeral directors, Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary, Richfield. Published in the Daily Herald on 1/3/2005.