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Astle, Qwenn Dutson
Qwenn Dutson Astle October 7, 1920 - July 9, 2005 Qwenn was born October 7,
1920, to Alma Paul and Martha Caroline Dutson Astle, in the town of Grover,
Wyoming. He attended Grover Elementary and Star Valley High School in Afton,
Wyoming. While he was in high school, he excelled in football and boxing.
After graduation, he worked as a sheepherder, and also worked in Imlay, Nevada
in the Tungsten Mines. He attended BYU for two years. At the start of World
War II, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he attended school for Visual
Communications, and served as a signalman on many ships in the Atlantic
Theater. He was discharged from the Navy in 1945. After a year of working the
family ranch, he decided to enlist in the U.S. Army, where he served his
Country in the Army Intelligence Services. He retired from military service in
1963. He and his family then settled down in Utah where he secured employment
at BYU as the first certified laundry manager in the state of Utah. He was a
member of the Intermountain Area Association of Institutional Laundry
Managers, where he served as President from 1972-73. He retired from BYU in
1985 and has since enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and
involvement with his church. On May 5th, 1947, he married his sweetheart
AnneMarie Stotts. The marriage was later solemnized in the Provo LDS Temple.
They were blessed with 2 children. At the time of his death, Qwenn was a High
Priest in the LDS church and served faithfully in various positions. He is
survived by his wife of 58 years, AnneMarie; daughter, Carol Rae DeBacker;
Son, Steven Lee (Collette); (Children of Carol) Kimberly (Jed), Heather
(Greg-deceased), Chad; (Children of Steven) Stephanie (Sean), Nathan (Laura),
Jacob (Lindsay), Nicole (Wes); great-grandchildren, Robert, Brady, Brandon,
Kyra, Ammon, Lexi Jane, with one additional great-grandson to be born in
November. He is also survived by 4 brothers, Merle, Sem, Evan, and Dale; and 2
sisters, Zoma Kidd, and Vesta Smith. He is preceded in death by his parents;
one granddaughter, Camille Astle; son-in-law, Ricky Jack Thornton; 2 brothers
and 2 sisters. The family would like to thank Dr. Gerald Stephanz and the
staff on the the 7th floor at UVRMC for the loving care that was given to
Qwenn. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
at the Sharon Stake Center, 545 South 800 East in Orem. Family and friends may
call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at the
Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 South State Street in Orem and also one hour
prior to the services at the church. Interment will be at the Orem City
Cemetery with full military rites provided by VFW District #4. Condolences may
be sent to the family at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

Henrie, Verna Ann
Verna Ann Henrie It is the dawning of a new day for each of us! For those left
behind, we must say, "see you later". For those beyond the veil it will be an
embrace and hello. Whatever our station at this moment, we pause to celebrate
the life of Verna Ann and mourn her passing into the next life. Verna entered
this life August 5th 1948 and in a peaceful moment as the early rays of
sunlight entered the room on July 9th 2005, our wife, mother, daughter, and
friend bid farewell to all she held dear in mortality, laid the cares of this
world aside and entered into her next big adventure. While cancer raided her
physical body, nothing could diminish the legacy and love that continues now
in each of us. It is good to have an end to the journey, but it is the journey
that matters in the end. Verna Ann s love of family, her husband and seven
children, were her life s work. Everything she did was to bring peace,
happiness, joy, comfort, solace and love to her family. It is the completion
of that work and devotion on this earth, which will leave a void in our hearts
as we wait the time of reunion. Her love extended to friends and neighbors as
well. The outpouring of love, comfort, prayers and concern was evidence of
this during the battle she fought so valiantly. At time peace eluded us until
we spent time with Verna. Her spirit would calm and soothe even the most
troubled heart. In addition to her human family, Verna raised and cared for a
family of animals who will rejoice at her entrance into heaven. We never knew
a home without the presence of a dog, cat, bunnies, or horses. It is
impossible to summarize a life as fulfilled and meaningful as Verna s. Those
who know her understand who she is and will carry in their hearts forever how
they were blessed by her life. It is also our privilege to share our memories,
sorrows and joys with future generations so they may come to know the woman,
mother, daughter, wife and friend know as Verna Ann. Mom, it is time to saddle
your horse and ride with the wind at your back, the water at your feet and
peace in your heart. Watch over us as only you can and be the sunshine on our
shoulders. We love you and will see you soon. Vernal is survived by her
husband Steve Henrie of Orem; her mother LaVon J. Lindsay of Orem; three sons
and three daughters: Ryan Stephen and Ann Westover Henrie, Salt Lake City;
Robert and Holly Ann Lowe, Pleasant Grove; Keith and Megan Johnson, Orem;
Hutch Lindsay Henrie, Salt Lake City; Cashia Anne Henrie, Orem; and Tyson Jed
Henrie, Orem; two grandchildren and two sisters: Glenna Hammond, Portola
Valley, CA; and Madelyn Parrish, North Logan, UT. She was preceded in death by
a daughter, Ashley Henrie and her father Harold G. Lindsay. Funeral services
will be held Wednesday at 12 noon in the Timp Park 2nd Ward Chapel at 1000
North Main, Orem. Friends and family may call at the Walker Sanderson Funeral
Home in Orem at 600 East 800 North on Tuesday evening from 6 - 9 p.m. and
Wednesday at the Ward Chapel from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Interment will be in the
Orem City Cemetery. (Anyone wishing to send condolences to the family please
visit the web site at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com) Donation may be made in
Verna s name to the American Cancer Society c/o Ryan Henrie, 7733 South 415
East Midvale, Utah 84047.
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

Johns, Dr. Kevin P.
Dr. Kevin P. Johns May 7, 1957   July 6, 2005 Dr. Kevin Patrick Johns died
July 6, in Brookings, Oregon, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his
wife, Julia Mason Johns; and their four children: Patrick, Lauren, Mason, and
Mackenzie. Funeral services were held in Brookings. Burial services will be
Wednesday, July 13, at 1 p.m., in the Orem City Cemetery, 1520 North 800 East.
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

Morgan, Lesli Lynn
Lesli Lynn Morgan born Provo, Utah September 25, 1972 died unexpectedly at her
home in Springville, Utah July 10, 2005. She is survived by her loving
husband, Shane Dan Morgan; her mom and dad, Iris and Gene Petersen; and
father, Larry Diamond. She was preceded in death by her brother, David
Diamond. Les graduated from Springville High School with high honors and went
on to work for Sears Roebuck Co. for 13 years before becoming a full time
housewife. Lesli led a simple and private life. She loved her two dogs,
enjoyed cooking and collecting recipes and working in her garden. Her greatest
joy was time spent with her family, her mom and dad, mother-in-law and
father-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law,
sisters-in-law; all brought her great happiness in her brief lifetime. Les was
always prepared to do what needed doing, in good times and in bad, and all who
were touched by her life will dearly miss her. Funeral services will be held
at Wheeler Mortuary Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 11 a.m. There will be viewing
held Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to the
services. Interment will be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences
may be sent at www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

O'Driscoll, Sheri Ann
Sheri Ann O'Driscoll Wallsburg, UT- Our beautiful wife, mother, grandmother
and guardian angel left this life to return to her Father in Heaven and to be
with Misty, her daughter that she missed so much, on Sunday, July 10, 2005.
She was born in Heber City, Utah, on December 16, 1951, to Reed and Velma
Mecham Ford. She touched the lives of every one she ever met. Sheri graduated
from Wasatch High School in 1970 and attended BYU for two years. She reigned
as Wasatch County Rodeo Queen in 1968. Sheri was an active member of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served as stake young
womens president and many other ward service positions. Her talents were
displayed in the church road shows where she took 1st place every year she was
involved. Sheri was married to Howard Robie O Driscoll on September 28, 1971,
by her father Bishop Reed Ford in the Wallsburg Chapel and, later sealed for
eternity on December 16, 1975, in the Salt Lake Temple by Marvin J. Ashton.
Sheri worked for years along side her husband to build Old Mill Woodworking in
Wallsburg and also helped build and manage her bothers dental practice in
Heber City. She lived her life in love and service to others and was always
there for anyone who was in need. She is survived by her husband, Rob; her
three sons: Rusty (Lucille), Andy ( Emily) and Rycklee; four grandchildren:
Ethan, Payten, Kaitlyn, and Samuel. Also survived by her father and mother
Reed and Velma Ford; and three brothers and a sister: Kraig, Roger (Jill),
Colleen (Pete) Nielson, and Mark (Jill). She was preceded in death by her
daughter Misty. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 14, 2005   11:00
A.M. in the Wallsburg LDS Church, 494 West Main Canyon Road, Wallsburg.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 6:00   8:00 P.M. at Olpin-Hoopes Funeral
Home, 288 North Main Street, Heber City, and on Thursday from 9:30   10:30 A.M
prior to the services at the LDS Church. Interment will be in the Wallsburg
Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

Ogden, Zella Rose
Zella Rose Nelson Ogden, passed away on July 10, 2005 from causes incident to
old age. Zella was born September 22, 1919 in Leamington, Utah to Esther
Talbot Nelson and Earnest Nelson. She attended Delta High School and later
moved to California where she met the love of her life, Jim Ogden. They were
married June 24, 1943 and enjoyed nearly 50 years of happiness together until
Jim passed away in January 1993. Mom was an excellent homemaker and took great
joy in always having a clean and beautiful home. She also enjoyed crocheting
afghans and painting. Zella was a wonderful mother, and her daughters are
especially grateful for her teaching them about the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Zella is survived by her daughters: Kay (David) Balmforth of Orem and Pamela
Ogden of Provo; 7 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by her siblings, Ruben Nelson, Delta Nelson Rowe Gunn, Hazel Nelson
Daret, Artense Nelson Dahlgren and Vera Nelson. Zella lived with her daughter
Kay for the past eight months where she received wonderful care from Kay and
her family. The family would also like to thank the wonderful nurses and aides
from Vistacare Hospice for their kindness to mom for the past 14 months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. in the Walker
Sanderson Mortuary Chapel at 600 East 800 North, Orem. Burial will be in
Leamington City Cemetery on Thursday.
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.

Vermillion, Norma Lee
Norma Lee Vermillion Our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt died
peacefully at her daughter s home on the evening of July 9th, 2005. Her family
was at her bedside. Norma was born on January 2nd, 1924 to Sydney Mason
Corbitt and Ada Hypes in the small town of Smithers, West Virginia. She grew
up in Baltimore, Md, but returned to West Virginia where she graduated from
High School. During WWII she lived in Washington DC and worked for the FBI.
Soon thereafter she met her loving husband, Franklin Lee Vermillion, and was
married on May 29, 1946. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Los
Angeles Temple. They set up household in Charleston, West Virginia where their
daughter Sharon Elaine and son William Franklin were born. They moved to
Lompoc, California in 1963, where Norma worked as a librarian assistant 15
years at Lompoc High School. Upon retirement in 1982 she and Frank moved to
Sterling, Virginia to be close to their daughter and grandchildren. They lived
there until 1989 when they relocated to Orem, Utah. In 1953, Norma was
baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She held many
callings in the auxiliaries of the Church, but for her it was the 7 years
serving with her beloved husband in the Washington DC Temple that were the
sweetest service she rendered. Her loving, compassionate nature was one that
touched the lives of both her family and those she served. Through her many
struggles and trials in life she was a happy and optimistic example to all.
She was a joy to be around. Norma is preceded in death by her parents, and her
eternal companion Frank. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Hurdle
(Charlie): her son, Bill; her sister Thelma Vermillion; her 5 grandchildren;
and many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday
July 13, 2005, 11:00 a.m., in the Orem Park 4th Ward at 50 South 750 West,
Orem, Utah with a viewing from 9:30 to 10:45 prior to service. Interment in
the Lindquist Memorial Park cemetery in Layton, Utah. Condolences may be sent
to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 7/12/2005.