OBITS: Daily Herald 10 May 2005; Provo, Utah co., Utah

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Alleman, Max
William Max Alleman, 89, of Springville, died May 7, 2005, at his home from
complications of congestive heart failure. Born December 5, 1915 to William
Starr and Mary Ellen Bell Alleman. He married Grace Lucille Tommas on January
16, 1943 at Mitchell Field, New York. The marriage was later solemnized in the
Salt Lake City Temple. He graduated from Springville High school in 1934. He
attended Brigham Young University, majoring in Pre-med. He served an LDS
mission to Argentina in 1935 and returned in1938. He joined the Utah National
Guard of Springville as a Private in 1939. He graduated from various military
schools, served during WWII in the Army Corps. of Engineers, South Pacific
Theater. Reorganized Co. A, 1457 Bn. 115 Engineer Gp. He retired as a full
Colonel in 1975. In June 1964 he was privileged to represent the State of Utah
in selecting a site for the WWII Memorial Monument in France. He was employed
by US Steel as a foreman in the rolling mills retiring in 1980. He was a life
time member of Springville 2nd Ward serving various callings. He was a past
president of the Kawanis Club. 70 years of service in the Boy Scouts of
America, receiving the silver Beaver award. He looked forward to his annual
spring vacation of planting at Diamonds Green House. He served as a docent in
the Springville City Art Museum for over 50 years. He received the Governor's
silver bowl award for community service. He had a great love for reading,
poetry and Dutch oven cooking. He was a member of the Utah Valley
Muzzleloaders. Through out all of his accomplishments his most cherished
rewards were his life long friendships. Max's greatest love was his family. He
is survived by wife Grace (Springville) of 62 years. Son-in-law, Lewis McCurdy
(Lynbrook, NY) three sons: Duane and Barbara Alleman (Springville), Clifford
and Terry Alleman (Springville), Tom and Kate Alleman (Price) and one
daughter, Mary Ann and Todd Eyres (Springville). 18 grandchildren and 21
great-grandchildren. Brother Glen and Afton Alleman (Springville) and sister
Mary Nell and J.Rolla (Dutch) Hall (Springville). He is preceded in death by
Daughter Diana McCurdy and two brothers Dan and Harry Alleman. Funeral
services will be held Thursday, May 12, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Kolob 2nd Ward
LDS Chapel at 451 South Main Street in Springville. There will be a viewing
held Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 East 200
South in Springville and Thursday at the church one hour prior to the
services. Interment will be in the Springville City Cemetery with military
rites by the American Legion. The family would like to extend their thanks to
Cardiac Critical Care Unit at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Condolences
may be sent to www.wheelermotuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/10/2005.

Messersmith, Cora
American Fork - Cora Richins Messersmith, age 79, passed away Saturday May 7,
2005 at American Fork Hospital. She was born June 11, 1925 in Pleasant Grove,
Utah to Alfred and Florence Johnson Richins. She was married to her
sweetheart, Vernal Messersmith, April 4, 1946 in Ogden, Utah. The marriage was
later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Cora graduated from Pleasant Grove
High School. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and served in many callings, her favorite being Relief
Society President. Cora was a loving, hard working, talented woman. She loved
square dancing, trips and family activities. She was preceded in death by her
parents, a sister Mary (Cliff) Wadley, and her beloved son, David. Cora is
survived by her husband, Vernal; daughter-in-law, Susan of American Fork;
daughters, Diane Dayley, Pleasant Grove; Gaylene (Mike) Neil, Kanab; sisters,
Glenda Murdock, American Fork, Louise (Alan) Austin, John (Vicki) Richins,
Carl Richings, Pleasant Grove; Calvin (Pat) Richins, Hooper; 13 grandchildren
and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday May 12,
2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Harbor 2nd Ward LDS Chapel, 600 South 100 West,
American Fork. Family and friends may call at the Wing Mortuary, 118 E. Main,
Lehi, Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. and at the Church in American Fork,
Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment, Cedar Fort Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/10/2005.

Mildenhall, Ben
Benjamin "Ben" Ray Mildenhall passed away suddenly, 5/4/05 in Arvada, CO while
playing "hoops" with friends. He was born 7/30/1963 to Rae and Glen Mildenhall
in Provo, UT. Ben grew up in Provo, UT as little brother to Tom, Joe, Kurt,
Scott, and Guy and big brother to Sarah. He achieved his Eagle Scout while
fostering his love of outdoor activities. Ben served a mission for the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Japan, Tokyo North. A lesson he
learned on his missions and continued throughout his life was the joy of
sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Soon after his return, he met his
sweetheart Sheryl Lynn Smith and they married in the Provo, UT Temple.
Together they grew a loving family of five children Charlene, Randy, Sydney,
Erica, and Miquel while Ben completed his undergraduate degree at Utah State
University. Ben loved his family, neighbors and friends and especially the
youth. Ben is known by his family and friends for his big heart, willingness
to have adventures, and making people laugh. Their home is always filled with
teens and laughter. Ben is survived by his wife, his five children; his
parents and siblings. Viewing 5/8/05 from 5 - 7 PM at Horan & McConaty 9998
Grant Street, Thornton, CO. Funeral 5/9/05 at 11 AM at the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints 12995 W. 72nd Ave Arvada, CO. Interment following
at Golden Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/10/2005.

Searle, Max Parker
Max Parker Searle 1920~2005 Max Parker Searle, 85, passed away at his home on
Mother's Day May 8, 2005 of causes incident to age. He was born in American
Fork, Utah to Leslie Courtland and Ruby Parker Searle. He married Edith Wright
in the Salt Lake Temple on December 5, 1939. He was raised in American Fork,
Utah where he attended American Fork High School. He is a member of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dad is survived by his wife Edith, four
children: Robert Max Searle (Barbara Ann), Lawrence Wright Searle (Ann),
Michael Reed Searle (Linda) and Mary Ann Searle Shawler (Terry G.), 21
grandchildren and 60 great grandchildren. Also a brother L. Kent Searle
(Luana) and a sister Myrna Kay Searle Milne. He was preceded in death by his
Father, Leslie Courtland and his Mother, Ruby Parker Searle, one brother, Don
(Helen) Searle and one sister, Clea Searle (Richard) Cook. Dad spent most of
his life farming where he and his brother Kent Searle were partners in dairy
and fruit farming for 40 years. Kent said he can't remember having one
argument with Dad. It was a great relationship. It was said of Dad that he
could outrun any cow on the farm and if a cow needed to be caught it was Dad
that was handed the lariat. Dad loved the out-of-doors. He especially loved
his horse "Old Queen". He loved to hunt deer and fish with his friends and
family. Dad loved people and often visited many of his friends and family in
their declining years. Dad was very kind and would rather give everything he
had away than have a dispute with anyone. Dad was on dialysis for the past
three years at DaVita in Provo. He loved all those who were so willing to help
him. We as a family are very grateful for your very attentive help and love
for Dad. Dad said goodbye to his sweetheart here on Mother's Day, but had a
great reunion with his Mother on the other side of the veil. We love you DAD.
We know we will see you again. Viewing will be held at the Anderson and Sons
Mortuary in American Fork on Wednesday the 11th of May from 6 to 8 pm and
Thursday May 12th from 9:45 to 10:45 am at the American Fork 3rd Ward,
American Fork Hillcrest Stake, 165 North 350 West, American Fork prior to the
funeral service which will begin at 11 am. Interment will be in the American
Fork City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/10/2005.

Tingey, Laurel Batty
Laurel Batty Tingey, 55, of Bluffdale passed away Sunday, May 8, 2005 after a
valiant battle with cancer. She was born June 13, 1949 in Pleasant Grove, Utah
to Blaine and Ileen Rasband Batty. She married Brice Adams and together had
two children. They were later divorced. She married Val Tingey on July 25,
1998 in Lindon. Laurel grew up in Lindon and graduated from Pleasant Grove
High School. She is survived by her husband Val of Bluffdale; children:
Abraham (Hillary) Adams, Payson and Belinda (Jared) Senior, Las Vegas; 15
grandchildren; father, Blaine (JoAnn) Batty, Wallsburg; two sisters and three
brothers. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ileen and brothers, Garth
and Wade Batty. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 11, 2005 at 11:00
a.m. in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove.
Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary and on
Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Orem City
Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/10/2005.