OBITS: Daily Herald 14 Jun 2005; Provo, Utah co., Utah

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Banta, Ammon Jensen
Ammon Jensen Banta February 5, 1999 ~ June 10, 2005 Son of Pam and Kevin
Banta. Brother to Devon, Chantell, Nattely Rasmusen (Ben), Michael, Janae,
Zachary, Jared, Ashlyn. Passed away Friday, June 10, 2005, from a tragic
accident. Our sweet boy was loving and full of life. He lived every moment to
the fullest and found joy and happiness in every opportunity. Ammon has been
called home to his Father, where he waits for that day when he and his grandpa
will be reunited with their family. Preceded in death by his grandfather,
Dennis Lowther, two cousins, and Great-Grandma Lowther. Funeral services will
be held Tuesday, June 14, at 11 a.m., at the Cedar Hills Stake Center, 3950
West Cedar Hills Drive, Cedar Hills. Viewing one our prior to services.
Funeral services provided by Warenski Funeral Home in American Fork, Utah.
Donations to the family appreciated.
Published in the Daily Herald from 6/13/2005 - 6/14/2005.

Christensen, Winona B.
Winona B. Christensen A choice and elect lady, Winona B. Christensen, left
this earthly existence, to join her eternal companion, on Saturday, June 11,
2005. Her 93 years were filled with love, kindness, and compassion. She was
born April 10, 1912, in Payson, Utah, to Edward and Catherine Quigley Bills,
the second of four children. While spending her early years in Payson, she met
her future husband. Winona and Vernon L. Christensen were married on February
14, 1933, in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived in Payson, before moving to
Provo in 1944. Vernon and Winona built and shared a uniting, strong love and
devotion for one another, their family, and their church. They were blessed
with five children. Most of Winona's time was spent as a caring wife and
mother. She also had many hobbies, talents and interests; she enjoyed oil
painting, crocheting, needlework, as well as being a professional seamstress.
As a faithful and devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, she served in many positions, including stake and ward chorister and
Relief Society President. She served always with love and devotion in caring
for the needs of those around her; she was non-judgmental and always spoke
positively of others. She had many friends who respected and loved her in
return. She also served in the community as a Provo City School District PTA
president. Winona's husband and faithful companion passed away on April 17,
1992. For the last thirteen years, she has longed to be with Vernon. Once
again they are together - never to be separated again. Winona was also
preceded in death by her son, Phillip; daughter, Charlene Billings; and
brother, Reed. She is survived by Nanette (Eugene) Lassen, Vernon Eugene
(Connie), LeAnn (Gary) Brimley; son-in-law Todd Billings; twelve
grandchildren, and eleven and a half great-grandchildren. We want to send a
special "thank you" to the caring nurses and staff at East Lake Care Center,
as well as the doctors and nurses at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center and
IHC Hospice for their help and kindness. We would also like to thank the many
BYU/UVSC students who helped to brighten her days at the care center through
their friendship and thoughtful acts. A funeral to honor Winona will be held
on Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Rivergrove 1st Ward Chapel,
780 North 700 West, Provo, Utah. Friends may show their respects at a viewing
beginning at 9 a.m. at the chapel. Interment will be held at the Payson City
Cemetery, following the services. Condolences may be sent to
www.bergmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 6/13/2005 - 6/14/2005.

Holzman, Arthur E.
Arthur E. Holzman Arthur E. Holzman passed away June 6, 2005 in Highland,
Utah. He was born in Brooklyn,New York on May 5, 1923. He was the eldest child
of Robert and Martha Holzman. He married Doris Levi in 1944 (died July 1986)
and they enjoyed 42 years together in Southern California. They were blessed
with a son, Michael Holzman, (New York City) and a daughter, Debra Isaacs,
(Highland, Utah). Arthur worked in the aerospace industry as a budget analyst.
He was married to Donna Craft on April 2, 1987. They made their home in Mesa,
Arizona. Art and Donna had just arrived in Utah to spend the summer. They
enjoyed 18 wonderful years together. Running and weight lifting were Arthur's
passions. He was an excellent athlete and ran the Boston Marathon in 1980. He
loved to read, write and had a wonderful sense of humor. Art was most
comfortable outdoors, he enjoyed hiking and camping. He was beloved by all for
his warmth, kindness and gentle spirit. Art was an honorable man with great
integrity. Arthur is survived by his wife, Donna, his daughter and son-in-law,
Debra (Clifford) Isaacs, his son and daughter-in-law, Michael (Jane) Holzman,
two stepchildren Cory Craft and Christina Gunderson, his grandaughter, Tiffany
Rose Isaacs and his grandson, Marc Holzman, 7 stepgrandchildren, Cliff Jr.,
Kim, Jeff, Julia, Dano, Ellie, Paul and Jonathon, and a sister and
brother-in-law, Marilyn (Marvin) Dender. Services will be held Wed June 15,
2005 at the Anderson & Sons Mortuary, 49 E 100 N, American Fork. There will be
a viewing at 11 am prior to the services held at 12 noon. Interment, American
Fork Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 6/14/2005.

Litster, LuDean
LuDean Litster 1918-2005 LuDean Litster, age 86, passed away June 12, 2005, in
South Jordan, Utah of causes incident to age. LuDean was born October 12,
1918, in Cleveland, Emery County, Utah. He was the sixth of twelve children
born to William Thomas and Ida Viola Johnson Litster. He married Florence
Theora Knox, April 17, 1940 in Huntington, Utah, and their marriage was
solemnized September 11th, 1940, in the Salt Lake Temple. LuDean is survived
by his wife of 65 years; and four of their six children: Nedra (Al) Warner of
St. George, Larry (Faye) Litster of Provo, Susan Litster of Sandy, and Brent
(Nanette) Litster of Sandy; 24 grandchildren, and 45 great-grandchildren.
LuDean is also survived by five sisters: Viola (Joseph) Hardy, Arnell (Harold)
Clark, Uneva (Dilts) Workman, Geraldine (Ralph) Walters, Yvonne (Lloyd) Jones;
and sister-in-law, Lyle Litster. LuDean was preceded in death by two children:
Kent Litster (a twin), and Evelyn Litster Jackson; two grandchildren: Karen
Peterson, and Paul Litster; as well as two great-granddaughters: Alisha Mei
Litster, and Alexandra Stilson. He was also preceded in death by his parents;
two brothers, and four sisters: Errol (Lyle) Litster, Opal (Norman) Andersen,
Christal (Guard) Young (Clair) Mathis, Robert D. (Birdell) Litster, Geneal
(Vaughn) Jensen, and Gloria (Carlisle) McPhie. LuDean was a faithful member of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, holding many positions within
that organization, and at the time of his death held the office of High
Priest. He and his wife Florence served a 12-month mission together in
Raleigh, North Carolina. LuDean worked many years in the Insurance industry,
representing Beneficial Life Insurance, as well as many other companies. He
was a Certified Life Underwriter (CLU) and earned many awards over the years.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., in the
Springville Center Street Chapel, 355 East Center Street, Springville, Utah. A
viewing will be held Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m., at Wheeler Mortuary, 211
East 200 South, Springville, Utah, or friends may call from 9:45 a.m. - 10:45
a.m. on Wednesday prior to funeral services. Interment will be in the Price
City Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff of Legacy House Assisted
Living, and CareSource Hospice, for the tender, gentle, and loving care and
attention given to their husband and father. Condolences may be sent at
www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 6/14/2005.

Rogers, Gerry Maxine Nielson Covington
Gerry Maxine Nielson Covington Rogers Gerry Maxine Nielson Covington Rogers,
53, of American Fork, passed away June 11, 2005 at her sisters home. She was
born Oct. 24, 1951, in Pendleton, Oregon to Max Joseph and Mamie Lee Adams
Nielson.Maxine enjoyed sewing, crafts, flowers, and gardening. She will be
dearly missed by all. Survived by 4 sons and 1 daughter, R. Gene (Magi)
Covington, American Fork; Mike (Michelle) Covington, Santaquin; Rusty (Jodi)
Rogers, Provo; Matt (Kathryn) Covington, Santaquin; Shawna (Shane) Warden,
Pleasant Grove; 15 grandchildren; 1 brother, Joseph (Sandy) Nielson, Salem; 4
sisters, Elaine (Cary) Thomas, Texas; Joanne Coomes, American Fork; Linda
(Ave) Whitner, American Fork; Brenda Redmond, Springville. Preceded in death
by her parents and a sister, Denise Jones. Graveside services will be
Thursday, June 16, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Lehi City Cemetery, 400 E 1100
N. Friends and family may gather Thursday at 9:30 a.m. until time of services
at the Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main, Lehi.
Published in the Daily Herald on 6/14/2005.

Wiseman, Joseph Irvin
Joseph Irvin Wiseman Joseph Irvin Wiseman passed away peacefully Saturday,
June 11, 2005. He was 87 years old. Irv was born May 16, 1918, in Millcreek,
Utah, to Ada W. and George Wiseman. He was the fourth of seven children. Irv
spent his childhood in Logan and Provo, Utah. He attended Provo High School
and Brigham Young University. He met his sweetheart, Marian Patrick of
Springville, while the two worked for Geneva Steel. They married in the Salt
Lake Temple on March 17, 1943. Marian was his best friend and treasured
companion. The couple welcomed eight children into their home, and delighted
in watching their family grow and progress. Irv served in the United States
Army as a Tech Sergeant during World War II. He attended Gregg Shorthand
Reporting School in Chicago, Illinois, where he became a certified court
reporter. Irv worked in the California court system for 30 years, taking all
court notations by shorthand. His family lived in Sacramento, Red Bluff, and
Redding, California. Irv and Marian retired to Orem, Utah. Irv was a lifelong
member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many
positions, including bishop, branch president, and stake president. He enjoyed
long walks, BYU football and basketball, gardening, singing, ice skating,
current events, cookouts, and family road trips. Irv always had a quick, broad
smile for everyone he met. He was wise, caring, and kind. Irv loved and was
proud of each member of his family. His family respected him, adored him, and
will greatly miss him. Irv is survived by his wife, Marian Wiseman of Orem,
Utah, and eight children: Kent (LaVerne) Wiseman of Redding, California; Craig
(Karen) Wiseman of Redding, California; Annette (Bob) Morley of Moroni, Utah;
Gayle (Ron) Reed of Ririe, Idaho; Don Wiseman of Orem, Utah; Doug (Brenda)
Wiseman of Sandy, Utah; Kim Wiseman of Oakland, California; Keri (Paul) Witte
of Provo, Utah. He is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 25
great-grandchildren, and sisters-in-law Ann Wiseman of Foster City,
California, and Ernestine Wiseman of Castro Valley, California. Irv's family
conveys many thanks to the caring staff at Orem Nursing and Rehabilitation and
Alpine Hospice. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at 1
p.m. in the LDS Cherry Hill 7th Ward chapel, 135 E. 2000 S., Orem. Friends may
call at the church from 11:15 to 12:45 prior to the services. Interment will
be in the Springville Evergreen Cemetery with military rites by the American
Legion. Condolences may be sent at www.wheelermortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 6/14/2005.