OBITS: Daily Herald 2 Mar 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 Page 1 of 1 Show McCarron, Eva Beth Spackman Eva Beth Spackman McCarron, 82, passed away Monday, February 28, 2005, in Orem, Utah. She was born February 13, 1923 in Pocatello, Idaho, to Brigham Harold Spackman and Eva Hausman Spackman Yardley. She married Kenneth L. McCarron in Greenville, Texas, March 4, 1945. He passed away November 7, 1990. Eva worked as a nurse in the Bannock Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth McCarron and her parents. She is survived by her son, Dan L. (Frances) McCarron, Pocatello, Idaho and three daughters, Linda Echelberger, Post Falls, Idaho, Brenda McCarron, Spanish Fork, Utah, Joanie (Robert J.) Anderson, Pullman, Washington, a sister, Thora Spackman Martz, Pocatello, Idaho. Eva has 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Private family memorial services will be held later in Idaho. Published in the Daily Herald on 3/2/2005. Phipps, Miriam LaRene Miriam LaRene Olsen Phipps passed away February 28, 2005 in Orem, Utah at the age of 83. She was born October 11, 1921 in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Olaf and Lulu Mabel Olsen. She married Howard Duane Phipps June 17, 1939 in Salt Lake City. Miriam loved her family dearly and enjoyed traveling with them. She also loved to dance, was an accomplished oil painter and artist, and loved mysteries, crossword puzzles and gardening. During WWII she wired anti-aircraft guns for U.S. Naval Vessels. She is survived by her children Dennis (Kathy) Phipps, San Manuel, AZ, Pamela Rose (Leo) Weber, Hurricane, UT, Candace Larene (Robert) Hunt, Orem, UT, Rick B. (Terrie) Phipps, Pleasant Grove, UT, Robin Dore' (Alan) Smith, Lehi, UT, Deborah Lu Phipps, Salt Lake City, UT, and Kevin Duke Phipps and his fianc e Shelly, Des Moines, IA: 17 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Miriam was preceded in death by her husband Howard in December of 1989. Graveside services will be held Friday, March 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Timpanogos Memorial Gardens, 1000 North 400 East, Orem. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-7 p.m. at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center Street, as well as Friday afternoon at the mortuary from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com. A special thanks to Berkshire Comfort Care and staff of Orem - especially Debbie "Bubbles." Published in the Daily Herald on 3/2/2005. Swenson, Michael Scott Michael Scott Swenson Born on 12/13/72, Michael Swenson left this world for eternal life 2/23/05. His mom and dad, Lee and Linda Swenson, and his sister Kristin are so sad and miss him so much but are comforted by his memory and the knowledge that he is at peace. Also missing him are his Grandma Jorgensen and his aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends as well as his beloved dog, Kota. Mike grew up in Duchesne, Utah and moved to Orem when he was fourteen. He graduated from Orem High School and then Dixie College. Although he was most recently employed by myfamily.com, his favorite jobs were at Herritage School and Slate Canyon because he loved people. People loved him too and those that knew him know that inside his great big body beat a great big beautiful heart. Mike had gifts, he was gifted with infectious wit and could make anyone laugh in one line or less. His artwork is beautiful and a treasure to his parents. He was also a gifted athlete, amazing us with tricks on his bike. He skied like a madman and he pinned a lot of worthy opponents during his wrestling career. After high school he took up weightlifting, he treated his body like a piece of art, and others admired his strength and dedication. His greatest gifts, however, were not the ones that he had but the ones that he gave. He gave us smiles and hugs and happy memories. He gave us hope because he had hope and his belief helped us believe. Mike loved God and his childlike faith was an inspiration. He married Laura Hart in 2001 and was an admirably loyal husband. He loved her with a love that we cannot comprehend. Michael will be greeted in heaven by his Grandpa Jorgensen, who he loved and from whom he got his sense of humor. He was also preceded by his Grandma and Grandpa Swenson and his bad dog, Chance. A memorial service will be held at Thursday, March 3 at 11:00 a.m. at the Christ Evangelical Church of Orem. The church is located at 280 South 400 East (across from Orem High School). In Lieu of flowers, donations in Michael's name may be made to Slate Canyon c/o Christ Evangelical Church of Orem or the Humane Society of Utah. Published in the Daily Herald from 3/1/2005 - 3/2/2005. Thorpe, Jason Michael Jason Michael Thorpe Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 3, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stadium Chapel, 1915 North Canyon Road (west of BYU Stadium), Provo, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Chapel, as well as Thursday afternoon from 12:30-1:45 p.m. Interment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, Utah. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com. Published in the Daily Herald on 3/2/2005. Wickham, Lesley Marie Gardner Lesley Marie Gardner Wickham Conklin Lesley was born December 15, 1925, in Teton City, Idaho, to Lesley Albert Gardner and Florence Marie Beesley. She died February 26, 2005, with family at her side. She married Ronald Clinton Wickham on February 9, 1945. Their marriage was solemnized in the Idaho Falls Temple on August 29, 1962. He proceeded her in death on November 22, 1974. She married Bert Conklin April 16, 1976. He proceeded in her death on January 12, 1996. She loved her family, gardening, traveling, reading, learning and missionary work. She was firm in her testimony of the Savior and was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Lesley is survived by 4 daughters, Anna Marie (Roger) Pickett, Priscilla (Frank) Davis, Jan Shreeve, and Julie (Lorin) John, 15 living grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. One grandson preceded her in death. She leaves behind a great legacy of honesty, integrity, friendship and service. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 4, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. in the Suncrest 2nd Ward Chapel, 400 West 140 North, Orem. Family and friends may call from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in the Teton City Cemetery in Teton City, Idaho. Published in the Daily Herald on 3/2/2005.