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Bonham, Verno Lee
Verno Lee Bonham passed away in his home surrounded by family March 5, 2005.
Lee was born March 27, 1922 in Greenville, TX. He was the son of Essie Lee
Carleton and Ruth Bonham. Lee is survived by his lovely wife Virginia, to whom
he was sealed to in the Salt Lake Temple, two children, Bruce Bonham and Karen
Gay, six step-children, 27 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, and 4 great-
great grandchildren. He worked for the Alpine School District as a bus driver,
at Sego Lily Elementary as head custodian and Deseret Industries. He and
Virginia served an L.D.S. Mission from 1987 to 1988 at the temple in Atlanta,
Georgia. He was a WWII Navy Veteran and served on the open seas. He was a joy
to all who knew him and will be missed by many. The family requests that in
lieu of flowers, a cash donation to the widow would be greatly appreciated.
Funeral services will be held Wed. March 9, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Harbor
2nd Ward, 600 S. 100 W., American Fork. Viewing will be one hour prior to the
service at the church. Interment will be at the American Fork Cemetery with
full military honors. Services under the direction of Alternative Society of
Utah Mortuary Crematorium.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Boyd, Clarence Bill
Clarence "Bill" Boyd, 70 of Tucson, AZ passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2005.
He is survived by his wife Lillian Boyd; daughter Kathy LaSure; sons Ted (Pam)
Boyd of Seattle, WA and Robert (Deanna) Boyd of Orem, UT; grandchildren
Jennier LaSure, Laura (Mike Bustin) LaSure, Jessica LaSure, Josh (Brenda)
Boyd, and Justin Boyd; and great-grandchildren Benjamin, Joseph, Erica, Ryan
Sunset and Michael. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Lisa LaSure.
Bill served in the United States Navy from March 1952 until August 1957, at
which time he transferred to the reserves. Services will be held at Enchanted
Hills Baptist Church, 3020 S. Mission Rd, at 11:00 a.m. on March 10, 2005,
with Pastor Mike Molina officiating. Arrangements by Adair Funeral Homes,
Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Johnson, Leah Pierce
Leah Pierce Johnson passed away March 6, 2005 in American Fork, UT. She was
born March 10, 1922, in Vermillion, Sevier County, UT to Wilford Pierce and
Alice Alvey Pierce. Leah spent her early years in Sevier County, moving to
Orem in 1942, where she has resided ever since. She married Grant J. Johnson
on May 31, 1947 in Las Vegas, NV. Their marriage was later solemnized in the
Manti L.D.S. Temple. While Leah lived in Orem she worked at J.C. Penny,
Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, Utah County Recorders Office, Sears, Brown Brothers,
and Cox's Foundry. Leah was very active in the community. She was a member of
Business and Professional Women, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary
where she held local, state, and national offices, Orem Boosters Club, Orem
Heritage Commission who were responsible for erecting the Veterans Memorial
Monument at the Orem City Cemetery. Leah received the Walter C. Orem award for
outstanding community service in 2001. Leah was an avid bowler serving as an
officer on many leagues and city associations. She is a member of the Orem
Bowling Association' s Hall of Fame. She spent many hours at local schools and
scout troops teaching respect for the flag and love for America. Leah was an
active member of the Democratic Party, running for State Representative. She
traveled extensively visiting most of the United States, Japan, China, Russia,
Poland, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Leah is survived by her children;
Larry (Marna), James (Chris), Ann, Karen Andrus, Don, and Ron (Lori) Johnson.
13 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren, sisters and brother, Leola
Peterson, Glenda (Gene) Smith, Audrey Hadaway, DeVan (Annie) Pierce, sisters
and brothers- in-law, Joan Pierce, Elva Pierce, Betty (Pratt) Canfield, Jean
(Dale) Elkins, Earl (Beth) Johnson, Glen (Odessa) Case, Charles Mc Carter and
many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband
Grant, brothers Arlo, Vard, Ned, sisters Wilma and Gwendona, and a
granddaughter Jennifer. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 10, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. in the Cascade Chapel at Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary, 495 South
State, Orem. Friends may call Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m at the funeral
home and also 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be in
the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Millet, Anna Agness Duffin
Anna Agness Duffin Millet, 86, of Orem, Utah died peaceably in her sleep March
5, 2005 in Nephi, Utah. She was born February 1, 1919 in Orem, Utah to William
Henry Sr. and Mary Estella Pace Duffin. She grew up in Orem and graduated from
Lincoln High School. She married Joseph Burr Millet on October 20, 1938 in the
Salt Lake Temple. She lived in California, Idaho, and then returned to Orem to
raise her family where she worked as a real-estate broker. She had many
callings in the LDS church. She was a Primary Worker, and she served in the
Relief Society and on the Stake Primary Board. She loved to travel. She had
been to the Holy Land, Mexico and many US states. She was a patient and caring
person. She is survived by her brother, Sidney A. Duffin of Arlington, Texas;
children Jeanette M. (Lynn) Powell of Nephi, Mary E. Millet and J. Brian
Millet of Orem. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren, 10
great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by
her mother and father, brothers William Henry Jr. & LeRoy Isaac, husband
Joseph Burr Millet and her children Joyce Ann, a son, and Linda Joy. The
family would like to thank Dr. Jerald Taylor of Nephi, the CNA's, nurses, and
staff at Heritage Hills Care Center of Nephi for the loving care during her
short time there. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 11, 2005 at
11:00 a.m. at the Sharon 3rd Ward Chapel, 445 South 700 East in Orem. Friends
and family may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Sundberg-Olpin
Mortuary 495 South State Street in Orem and also from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
prior to the services at the chapel. Interment will be at the Provo City
Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Mosher, Mike "MJ"
Mike MJ Mosher returned home to his Heavenly Father, Thursday, March 3, 2005.
He is survived by his wife, Audra; two children, Kyler and Callie; his
parents, Ron and Gwen Mosher; and his brother, David (Jodi) Mosher. He and his
wife have been married for nine years. He was a loving husband, son, father,
and brother. He was an LDS Sunday School teacher, who loved all of God's
children. He was an avid mountain biker and outdoorsman. He will be dearly
missed. We love you, Mikey! The viewing will be held Wednesday, March 9, 2005,
from 6 to 8 p.m. at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 10, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the LDS
Chapel, 158 East 1100 South, Orem, where family and friends may call one hour
prior to funeral services. Graveside services will be held at the Orem City
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations at any Zions Bank in the
name of "Mosher Family". Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 3/6/2005 - 3/9/2005.

Nelson, Lilly Dean
Lilly Dean Nelson, 95 of Payson, passed away March 6, 2005 at the home of her
daughter. Born in Mancos, Colorado, August 17, 1909, to Henry Royal Dean and
Deloras Bruun. She married Harold O. Nelson ("H"ö), November 7, 1931. To this
union came 3 daughters. They lived all of their married life in Mesa Verde
National Park and Mancos, Colorado. She worked as a postal clerk. After the
death of her husband, Lilly moved to Payson, Utah in 1975, to be near her
daughters. She served as DUP Captain of Camp Sego Lily for many years and
participated in Cultus Club. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus
Chris of Latter-day Saints, serving in all auxiliaries. She loved sewing,
creative cooking, playing board games, singing, playing the piano, crossword
puzzles, her roses, neighbors, home teacher, and family, especially
grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters, Michelle (Gary) DeLeeuw, of
Greenwich, Utah and Louana (Cary) Bailey of Payson, Utah. 13 grandchildren and
29 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband,
daughter, Jerry Lynn and brothers, Adrian, Lynn, Bobby Roy and sisters,
Coralie Rider Emma Guillet, Vivian Bone and Kate Hanner. Funeral services will
be Thursday, March 10, 2005, 12:00 noon, in the Payson, Utah 14th Ward Chapel,
110 South 300 West, where friends may call from 10-11:45 a.m. Burial will be
in the Cedar Grove Cemetery at Mancos, Colorado on Friday, March 11, 2005,
2:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymorturaies.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Nielsen, Bertha Olsen
Bertha Olsen Nielsen If you have lived in southwest Provo in the past 91
years, Bertha probably knew you and your parents, who you married and where
you lived. She also cared about you. This corner of Provo was Bertha's world
and she loved it. She left this world March 6, 2005 to join her husband, Joy
Woodruff Nielsen. She was born February 6, 1914, into the Provo Second Ward in
the home of her parents, Ole E. and Sarah Ellen "Nellie" Jones Olsen. Although
the Provo Second Ward boundaries were divided and re-divided over the years,
she spent her entire life in the Second Ward. Her brothers and sisters are:
LeRoy J. and Hildred Olsen, Marion and Leona Olsen, Horace Olsen, Jack and
Mabel Westphal, Bert and Elda Olsen, Leon and Ardith Nielsen, Ralph and
Phyllis Olsen. Ardith, Leon, Bert and Phyllis are living. A special thank-you
goes to Ardith for the kindness and care given to her sister over the years.
She married Joy Woodruff Nielsen in the Salt Lake Temple. They leave a
posterity of five children, 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild. Their children are: Lewis A. "Bud" (deceased) and
Hildred Anderson of Orem, DeAnn Nielsen of Cedar Hills, Brent and Pam Nielsen
of Sandy, Bert and Charla Nielsen of Gridley, California, and Greg and Linda
Nielsen of Lafayette, Louisiana. Bertha loved and lived the gospel of Jesus
Christ. She served in many church callings including Jr. Sunday School
Teacher; Teacher, Counselor and President in the YWMIA; Counselor and
Secretary for many years in the Relief Society. She also served as a Temple
Worker in the Provo Temple. She was proud of her pioneer heritage. Her
grandfather, Albert Jones, came to Utah in the Martin-Tyler handcart company.
She honored his memory as she served as an Officer in the Daughters of the
Utah Pioneers, Camp #3. Her patriotism and desire to serve was expressed as
she served as a Judge of Election for many years and volunteered as a Pink
Lady at the Utah Valley Hospital. While devoting most of her time to her
family, she also found time to belong to the Sewaco Card Club that was formed
in the early 1930s and continues to this day. She also enjoyed friends in
other clubs and in the Good Sam Trailer Club. She was a great supporter of BYU
sports and had season football and basketball tickets for many years. Her
family wishes to extend their gratitude to her daughter, DeAnn, who saw to her
every need for many years and kept her life full, fun and interesting. Funeral
services will be held Thursday, March 10, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Berg
Mortuary Drawing Room Chapel, 185 E. Center Street, Provo, Utah. Friends may
call at the mortuary Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. as well as Thursday
afternoon from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Interment will be in the Provo City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald from 3/8/2005 - 3/9/2005.

Pugh, Kelly
Kelly Pugh, our father and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March
3, 2005 of natural causes. He will be remembered for his generous nature and
kind heart as he often supported his children and grandchildren on missions
and other endeavors. Kelly was born on April 15, 1921 in Kanab, Utah. Kelly
and his twin brother Robert were the welcome 10th and 11th children of the 12
children of Edward Kelly Pugh and Annie Christina Englestead-all of which
preceded him in death. They rejoice to have their last boy home! Kelly served
in the United States Army during World War II, returned with honor, and
graduated from BYU with a degree in sociology. Kelly taught at Bolsa Grande
High School in California for many years. He will be remembered as the
driver's education teacher by his students and by their children and
grandchildren. Kelly also worked for Anaheim Park and Recreation Department
for many years. The people at the parks became his friends. It can truly be
said of Kelly, "He never met a stranger". Kelly married Lucy May Viklund on
January 6, 1949. They are the parents of five children: Craig, Maridee, Brent,
Walt, and Jeff. They are the grandparents of 11 grandchildren: Walter Jr.,
Bradley, Michelle, and Cody Kelly; Jeffrey Taylor; Stephanie, Amy, Garrett,
Karyn, Spencer, and Luke Beeston. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday,
March 8, 2005 at 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
673 South Yorba, Orange, California. Graveside services will also be held on
Friday, March 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Spanish Fork City Cemetery, 420 South
400 East, Spanish Fork, Utah.
Published in the Daily Herald from 3/8/2005 - 3/9/2005.

Rasm, Evelyn Humphrey Peterson
Evelyn Humphrey Peterson Rasmussen The early evening of February 27th brought
to a close one branch of the Humphry line with the passing of Evelyn Rasmussen
in Potomac, Maryland. She was 95 years young. Her younger brother, Hugh,
preceded her in death just a few weeks before. Evelyn was born December 24th
in South Salt Lake to Suzie and Curtis Humphrey. She had two brothers: Max and
Hugh. Her accomplishments include six temple sealings, four missionaries, and
five university graduates from her seven grandchildren and eleven
great-grandchildren. Evelyn married Vern L. Peterson at a very young age. From
this union came their two precious boys, Robert and Bruce. When news was
brought to her of Vern's death in the Park City mine she mustered her strength
and lovingly cared for these boys right through high school. Bruce graduated
from the University of Utah and went on to become a Marine. Bob continued his
schooling and received his Ph.D. from the University of Utah. As time passed
by she met and married James P. Rasmussen. From this union came a dear little
girl they named JaLynn. Evelyn was an excellent cook and in those days money
was very scarce. However, she always made it very special when her family came
to visit her. No praise can be greater than to acknowledge she was a wonderful
Mother and Grandmother. Evelyn will be interred in the Heber City Cemetery on
March 12th, next to her husband Jim.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Slater, Kevin John
Kevin John Slater Our loving son, brother, father, and grandfather, Kevin John
Slater, age 50, passed away March 5, 2005 doing what he loved best, fishing
with his father and son. He was born Jan. 20, 1955 in American Fork, Utah to
Roy John (RJ) and Lorena Abbott Slater. Kevin was a truck driver for Geneva
Rock. He had worked for KKAT and loved to be on the radio. He loved hunting
and fishing. He adored his grandchildren. Survived by 2 sons, Steven John
Slater, Salt Lake City; Travis Robert Slater, West Valley City; 1 daughter,
Sharlene Ann Slater, Draper; 3 grandchildren, Devin, David, and Hailey; his
parents of Mona; 1 brother, Kirk (Nicki) Slater, Lehi; 3 sisters, Kathleen
(Terry) Lange, American Fork; Ann Marie Mair, Robertson, WY; Alison (Jay)
Sisson, Lehi. Preceded in death by his grandparents and 2 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Friday, March 11, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lehi Cedar
Hollow 1st Ward Chapel, 1020 E 1900 N. Family and friends may call Thursday
evening 7-9 p.m. at the Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main, Lehi, and Friday at the
church one hour prior to services. Interment, Lehi City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Thoresen, William Adolph
William (Bill) Adolph Thoresen, loving husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and friend, 82, left this life on March 7, 2005. He was born
October 6, 1922, to Norwegian immigrants, Adolph Marthinius and Therese Guenia
Andersen Thoresen, in Providence, Rhode Island. He spent his formative years
in Rhode Island where he graduated from Central High School in 1940. He
participated in football and ice hockey during those years. World War II saw
Bill in the U.S. Army serving both in Europe and stateside from 1943 to 1945.
It was during his stateside service, at the Ogden Supply Depot, that he met
Pearl Mae Graham and married her in 1944. She was his wife of 48 years.
Following the war, Bill attended Brigham Young University, graduating in
Business Management in 1949. He and Pearl settled in Provo, Utah and raised
their three children, Kathlene, Stephen and Patricia. Bill spent his career
working for Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company, Springville, Utah, and
Seattle, Washington in various positions in Operations, Sales and Purchasing.
He retired from PSCIPCO after 42 years of service in 1989. He was a member of
many professional organizations, and served as President of the Provo City
Chamber of Commerce. Bill loved his wife Pearl, who passed away in 1992 at the
age of 65. He never remarried. Bill was a family man. No father, grandfather
or great-grandfather was ever prouder of or loved his family more than Bill
did. Likewise, no father, grandfather or great-grandfather was ever more loved
by his children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren. Bill was an avid golfer
until ill-health precluded him from continuing playing many years ago. He
loved spectator sports as well, especially professional football and golf. He
regularly followed all major football and golf competitions through the
conclusion of his life. Bill was a man of integrity and was always the perfect
gentleman. Even in his ailing years, those who met him could see his sweet
spirit and loved him. His undying positive attitude and concern for others,
through decades with his infirm and aging body, are an example to all of us.
The family's hearts go out to the Staff of Orem Nursing and Rehabilitation
Center who loved and so tenderly cared for him on many occasions during his
latter years, including helping us so lovingly through his death. Bill is
survived by his sister Elsie Thoresen of Providence, Rhode Island; his
children, Kathlene Christensen of Fruit Heights, Utah; Stephen Thorsesen
(MaryAnn) of Orem, Utah; and Patricia Skousen (Phil) of Orem, Utah. He is also
survived by seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded
in death by his wife, and by his parents. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, March 10, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., in the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, 185
East Center Street, Provo. Friends may call Wednesday evening, at the
Mortuary, from 6-8 p.m., or Thursday, one hour prior to services. Interment,
East Lawn Memorial Hills. Condolences may be sent to www.BergMortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

Vance Sr., George Ertle
George Ertle Vance Sr., 89, of Pleasant Grove passed away peacefully on
Monday, March 7, 2005. He was born February 22, 1916 in Monticello, Utah to
John Quincy and Etta May Huffman Vance. He married Susan Adeline Gladden on
January 23, 1942 in the Mesa Temple. He is survived by his three sons: George
(Mary) Vance Jr., American Fork; Oran (Gwen) Vance, American Fork; and John
(Marian) Vance, Bluffdale; 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, two
sisters, Ines Marlow and Edith Johnson. He was preceded in death in 2002 by
his loving wife Susan. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 10, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. in the Timpanogos Sixth Ward Chapel, 425 East 500 North,
Pleasant Grove. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin
Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove and at the church on
Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove
City Cemetery with military rites conducted by District IV of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.

White, Grant Hamson
Grant Hamson White was born in Brigham City October 30, 1910. He died March 6,
2005 at the age of 94. Grant was an adored husband, father, grandfather and
great grandfather. Grant fell in love with Blanche Hanson at the age of 18 and
this love continued to deepen over the next 67 years in this life and for all
eternity in their present lives. Grant was the consummate husband, father,
friend and businessman. His life flourished through his untiring zest and joy
of living. People of all ages and walks of life were drawn to him. Friends and
family were enlivened by his expansive spirit. These attributes were reflected
until the day he died. The loving staff at Courtyard at Jamestown expressed
that Grant was always kind, gracious and constantly appreciative of their
effort and care. Grant graduated from the University of Utah and went on to
become a major presence in the coal industry. He was involved with this work
for 66 years until age 93. Grant and Blanche lived 29 years in Boise, Idaho
where they raised their daughters Darl and Kristen. They enjoyed a life
abundant with the joy of wonderful friends, myriad hunting, fishing and social
activities. Grant's love of the outdoors and the friendships born from these
activities brought him lasting happiness. Their return to Salt Lake City
brought them back to family and new friends who became deeply treasured.
Grant's daughters Darl and Kristen, sons in law Charles and Curtis,
grandchildren Tory, Cameron, and Clayton and brand new great grandson and
namesake, Grant, brought him immeasurable pleasure and happiness. A brief
graveside service will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 Highland
Drive Thursday March 10, 2005 at 12:30. All Grant's friends, family and
colleagues are invited to a grand celebration of his life at Cottonwood Market
Street Grill, 2985 East 6580 South, from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
Published in the Daily Herald on 3/8/2005.