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Bell, Glen "Dutch"
Glen "Dutch" Bell Glen "Dutch" William Bell, 77, of Spanish Fork, died Sunday,
May 15, 2005 at the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo. He was born
on July 30, 1927 in Heiner, Utah, the son of Alexander Jackson and Sena
Isabelle Hartley Bell. He married Mary Louise Scoville on November 25, 1948 in
Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS
Temple on October 3, 1955. She preceded him in death on April 4, 1998. Glen
attended elementary school in Fairview and High School at North Sanpete High.
He served in the U.S. Navy. He worked at Trojan Powder Plant in Spanish Fork,
as a barber at "Dutch's Barber Shop" in Provo, and later was head custodian at
Spanish Fork High School. He enjoyed woodworking. He was an active member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served as a temple
worker, served in many bishoprics, was Bishop in the 4th Ward, and was Stake
Executive Secretary. He and his wife served a mission in the Dallas, Texas
Temple. Survivors include one son and one daughter: Les (Karen) Bell of Provo,
and Linda (Bill) Fullmer of Fairview; a daughter-in-law, Deborah Bell of
Spanish Fork; 16 grandchildren and 18 great- grandchildren; and one brother,
Hugh (Ila) Bell of Salt Lake City. He was preceded in death by his wife; a
son, Pete Bell; and four brothers: Jim, Pete, Sandy, and Allen. Funeral
services will be Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 1 p.m. in the Spanish Fork 4th Ward
Chapel, 381 East 400 North, Spanish Fork. Friends may call at the church on
Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. or Thursday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
prior to the services. Burial will be in the Spanish Fork City Cemetery with
military honors by the American Legion. Condolences may be sent to the family
at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Britsch, JoAnn Murphy
JoAnn Murphy Britsch 1-23-1940 / 5-14-2005 Completing a life of love and
service for her family, Church, students, neighbors and friends, Jo Ann Murphy
Britsch died at her home in Orem, May 14, 2005, of causes resulting from a
fall while traveling in Eastern Europe. Jo Ann was born January 23, 1940 , in
Rexburg, Idaho, to Lee and Louise Murphy. Her early years were spent in Archer
and Moreland, Idaho, but her family moved to Idaho Falls while she was in
elementary school. While in high school she participated in Girls State and
many drama productions. She graduated from Idaho Falls High School in 2058,
having received a scholarship to Brigham Young University. During her years at
BYU she was active in student government and the Val Norn social unit. While
in her senior year at BYU she met and married R. Lanier (Lanny) Britsch on
December 18, 1961, in the Salt Lake Temple. They are the parents of four sons
and two daughters. She graduated in May 1963, and taught English at Provo High
School and Freshman English at BYU. In August 1964 she received her M.S.
degree in English and Education. For the next two years she taught English at
Claremont High School in Claremont, California, while her husband pursued
doctoral studies. From early childhood Jo Ann was an avid reader, almost
consuming books day by day. Over the years she taught English composition part
time at BYU and for two years as a full-time faculty member she taught an
array of English subjects at BYU-Hawaii. Jo Ann always held one position or
another in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Teaching was her
favorite calling, but she also presided in various auxiliaries of the Church.
From 1993 to 2001, she served on the Materials Evaluation Committee„the
Correlation Committee„of the Church. During 2002-2003, she and Lanny served in
the Honolulu Hawaii Mission with assignments at BYU-Hawaii and the Polynesian
Cultural Center. While there she served as an ordinance worker in the Laie
Hawaii Temple. At the time of her passing she served as Gospel Essentials
teacher in her Orem ward. Jo Ann loved art, especially water color painting.
But she was a better critic and coach than artist and had wonderful taste in
interior design. She passionately loved travel, eventually visiting forty-six
nations. That which is beautiful touched her most. A neighbor said of her:
"She was always so thoughtful, kind, attentive, supportive, artistic,
understanding, sympathetic, loyal, intelligent, wise and fun. She seemed to
have no ego problems and was one of the most highly evolved people I've been
blessed to associate with in my life." Jo Ann is survived be her husband,
Lanny, of Orem; children, Carl (JoLynne) of Houston, Texas; Catherine (David)
Frantz of Charlottesville, Virginia; Curtis (Julie) of Pleasant Grove; Sheri
of Honolulu, Hawaii; Randall (Rebecca) of Provo; and James ( Brittany) of
Chadron, Nebraska; fifteen grandchildren; and a brother, Donald (Rebecca)
Murphy of Idaho Falls. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 19, 2005,
at 11:00 a.m. in the Sharon Stake Center, 750 South 800 East, Orem. Friends
may call Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Walker Sanderson
Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. prior to
the services at the chapel. Interment in East Lawn Memorial Hills. Condolences
may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Ellsworth, Wilford Kenton
Wilford Kenton Ellsworth Wilford Kenton Ellsworth, 84, died Wednesday, May 11,
2005 in Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii. He was born October 2, 1920, to Wilford James
and Cloketa Pickering Ellsworth, in Payson, Utah. He married Louise Webb of
Payson, Utah, on January 26,1946 at Las Vegas, Nevada. They are the parents of
two sons, Kaye Webb Ellsworth and Brad William Ellsworth. He was educated in
Payson schools and graduated from Payson High School. He served his country
during World War II, serving in General George Patton's Third Army Corps of
Engineers. He served in nine campaigns from Africa through Sicily, Italy,
France and Germany. Ken was a hard worker. He was a master builder, having
worked on many of the large hotels in Las Vegas, where he and his wife lived
for 53 years. He recently returned to live in Lehi, Utah. He lived life to its
fullest. He had a keen sense of humor and a love of life. In his early years
he loved to fish and hunt. He was nearly taken from us in 1990 when an
aneurysm burst on his aorta. He had failing health since, but he had great
determination to live. He was a High Priest in the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints He is survived by Louise, his wife of 59 years; his sons,
Kaye Ellsworth and Brad (Lynette) Ellsworth; nine grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren; two sisters, Evelyn (Curtis) Page, Payson and Deanna
(Gary) Stokes of North Ogden. He was preceded in death by his parents, a
brother, Howard Ellsworth and a sister, Verdene Page Wilson. Funeral Services
will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Walker Mortuary, 587
South 100 West, Payson, Utah where friends and family may call Tuesday evening
from 6:00 to 7:30 PM or Wednesday, 1 hour prior to services. Interment will be
in the Payson City Cemetery with military rites accorded by the American
Legion, Dist. #4. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Daily Herald from 5/15/2005 - 5/17/2005.

Jensen, Delma Ostler
Delma Ostler Jensen Delma (Ostler) Jensen, our beloved mother, grandmother,
sister and friend, returned to our beloved Heavenly Father on May 15, 2005.
Delma was born July 3,1917 in Nephi, Utah to Edward and Sophia Selman Ostler.
She Married Hyrum Rose Jensen on August 8,1941 and was later sealed in the
Manti LDS Temple on April 12,1950. Hyrum passed away on November 6,1988. Delma
was very active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she
loved to help others and was a librarian in the church for many years. Delma
also taught Primary for 16 years and served as secretary for junior Sunday
school. Delma loved spending her free time at the Payson City Senior Center
where she worked for many years as Secretary of Senior citizens. Delma was
also a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She is survived by: her
three children, David Hyrum (Rosetta) Jensen of Payson; Neils Edward (Judy)
Jensen of Nephi; Roseann Black of Oceana, California; and her 11 Grandchildren
and 27 Great Grandchildren; two brothers, Max Ostler of Salt Lake City; and
Donald Ostler of St. George Utah. Delma was preceeded in death by: her life
long sweetheart, Hyrum; a brother, Wayne Ostler; a sister, Odesa (Ostler
Jones) Davis; and 1 great-grandchild Hadley Jensen. Funeral Services will be
Thursday, May 19, 2005, 11:00 a.m., in the Payson 2nd Ward Chapel, 195 North
Main Street. Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West,
Payson, Wednesday, 6-8:00 p.m. or again Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Burial will
be in the Payson City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.walkerfamilymortuaries
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Lake, Leona McCullough
Leona McCullough Lake Leona McCullough Lake passed away Sunday, May 15, 2005
at Mountain View Hospital in Payson, Utah. She was 81 years old. She was born
July 5, 1923 in Delta, Utah the daughter of Levi McCullough and Sarah Alvey.
She married Ronald Barney Lake on March 11, 1941. The marriage was later
solemnized in the Provo Temple. Leona and Ronald resided in Salem nearly 50
years. Leona loved to cook, especially for her family. She also loved to work
in the garden and can the fresh produce. Leona loved to be with her children
and grandchildren. Each year she had a very large Christmas party for the
whole family. Dinner was served, presents were given, and every family member
knew how much they were loved. She was a member of the Utah D.U.P. where she
held many positions. When younger, she did a lot of quilting; each of her
children received a handmade quilt. She was preceded in death by her husband,
Ronald Lake. Surviving are her children: Jerry (Sherel) Lake, Nephi; Jim
(Twyla) Lake, Payson; Frank (Elaine) Lake, Hooper; Linda (Philip, deceased)
Peterson, Spanish Fork; Mel (Yvonne) Lake, Magna; Margaret (Randy) Brailsford,
Salem; Ron (JoAnne) Lake, Salem; and Ray (Suzan) Lake, Highland. Leona has 32
grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren. Five grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by
seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by one sister, Mildred Henrie of
Colorado. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the
Salem West Stake Center, 695 South 300 West. Friends may call Wednesday
evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Walker Family Mortuary, 187 South Main, Spanish
Fork, and on Thursday at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the
services. Interment will be in the Salem City Cemetery. Condolences may be
sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Loader, Virginia Bezzant
Virginia Bezzant Loader Virginia Bezzant Loader, 80, of Pleasant Grove, passed
away peacefully at her loving granddaughter's home (Angie Tandy-Trammell) in
Provo, Utah on Thursday, May 12, 2005. Virginia was born January 1, 1925, in
Bingham, Utah, to Glen Lloyd and Luretha May Smith Bezzant. She married
Forrest B. Loader in Provo. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt
Lake Temple. Forrest passed away in 1981. Virginia grew up and attended
schools in Pleasant Grove. Virginia dedicated her life to serving her husband
and children. She cared for Forrest for many years while he battled M. S. She
loved to be in her flower garden and won awards for her roses. Virginia
learned the value of hard work as a third generation fruit farmer. She was
very proud of her heritage and showed great respect for her ancestry. Virginia
was a good friend to somany and could see the goodness in every person she
met. She was an amazing mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She is
survived by her three children: Virginia Lee "Ginny" (Jerald) Chipman, Mesa,
AZ; Patrice (Hamani) Pooi, Provo; and Joe (Maree) Loader, Salt Lake; 18
grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; four great great-grandchildren; three
brothers: Robert, Jim, and Cliff Bezzant. She was preceded in death by two
children: Gregory Loader and Suzanne Christensen. Funeral services will be
held Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the LDS Chapel, 200 South 1100
East, Pleasant Grove. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Olpin
Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove; and, at the church, on
Wednesday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove
City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 5/16/2005 - 5/18/2005.

Moore, Alva Jefferson
Alva Jefferson Moore Alva Jefferson Moore, 93, of Spring Lake, Utah, loving
husband and father, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 14, 2005, from
causes incident to age. He was born July 15, 1911, in Goshen, Utah, to Alva
Jefferson Moore, Sr. and Lydia Catheritle Jasperson. He married Ellen Maxine
Pay on September 14, 1938, in the Salt Lake Temple. Alva spent his early years
in Mosida, and moved with his family to Spring Lake, on Christmas Day, 1917.
He lived in the same home from that day until last summer. He worked for 30
years with Utah State Road Department, but his real love was his farm and
livestock. He could still be seen last April mowing his lawn and caring for
his yard. He loved associating with the Payson Senior Citizens and telling
old-time stories to anyone with a listening ear. He and Maxine worked for many
years in the Provo Temple, a highlight of their lives. She passed away July
18, 1992. He is survived by his five children: Terrell Moore (Norma), David
Moore (Gae), and Joy Lynn Benson (Bill) - all of Spring Lake; Kayleen Beebe
(Robert), West Valley City; and Gordon Moore (Kathleen) of Sterling, Colorado;
21 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
wife, a grandson, three brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be
held Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at 1 p.m., in the Spring Lake Church, 12625 S.
Spring Lake Road. Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary 587 S. l00 West,
Payson, Tuesday, from 6-8 p.m.; and, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:40 p.m., at the
church prior to the services. Interment will be in the Payson City Cemetery.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to Mountain Air Assisted
Living Center for their special care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
contributions be made to the Utah State Library for the Blind, 250 N. 1950
West, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116, in his name. Condolences may be sent to the
family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com
Published in the Daily Herald from 5/16/2005 - 5/17/2005.

Peterson, Virl Ewing
Virl Ewing Peterson Heber City - Virl E. Peterson passed away Saturday
evening, May 14, 2005, at his home in Center Creek. He was born July 8, 1923,
in Center Creek, Utah, to A. Ewing and Della Sweat Peterson. He married Ellen
Gardner on May 28, 1947, in the Salt Lake Temple. He was a High Priest in the
LDS Church at the time of his passing. He served his country during World War
II in the U.S. Navy. He was in five major battles and came home unharmed. Virl
was a jack of all trades ~ he farmed, worked as a welder and an electrician;
also, worked in the hard rock mines in Keetly, Utah; the coal mines in
Sunnyside, Utah; and the uranium mines in Grants, New Mexico. He worked on the
Duchesne and Vat tunnels; hauled logs. He loved his job with the Strawberry
Water Users, because he could be in open spaces with his horses, one of his
greatest loves. He taught his boys how to work. His last job was with the U.S.
Forest Service. Member of the Heber Valley Riding Club, when it was first
organized; and, also worked with the Search and Rescue under Sheriff Floyd
Witt. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Ellen; daughter; Julie (Larry) Tubbs,
of Neola; Brad E. (Shauna), of Duchesne; Bart (Carrie), of St George; Bret
(Kelli), of Center Creek. 15 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; one
sister, Naida Bethers; and one brother, Dallas (Joyce) Peterson. Preceded in
death by parents, and a baby boy; two grandsons, Marc Virl Kohler and Cole
Peterson; three sisters. He was an avid bowler and outdoorsman. He served in
many capacities in his church including ward clerk. He loved the Book of
Mormon and knew it well. He attended schools in Heber until his senior year
and graduated from South High School in Salt Lake City in 1942. Funeral
services will be held on Thursday, at 11 a.m., in the Heber East Stake Center,
2400 S. Mill Road (1200 East). Friends may call on Wednesday evening from 6-8
p.m. at the Olpin-Hoopes Funeral Home; and, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to
services at the church. Burial will be in the Wallsburg Cemetery with Military
Honors.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Pheysey, Stephen Grant
Stephen Grant Pheysey Stephen Grant Pheysey, 23, died Saturday, May 7, 2005,
at his home, of alcohol poisoning. Steve was a wonderful son, brother, and
friend, and will be sorely missed. Steve was born on November 24, 1981, in
Provo, Utah to James H. and Rebecca Duckett Pheysey. Steve attended Cascade
Elementary, Canyon View Junior High, and graduated from Orem High School in
1999. He was awarded the Heritage scholarship to Brigham Young University and
the Honors at Entrance scholarship to the University of Utah. He was currently
a senior, majoring in Business Administration at the University of Utah. Steve
was a brilliant young man with many interests and hobbies. He loved buying and
fixing European sports cars, going rock and ice climbing with his brothers and
friends, preparing gourmet and ethnic food for family and friends, flyfishing,
bowhunting, and most outdoor activities. He loved learning and was an avid
reader. He enjoyed using his talents and knowledge to help others. He was
preceded in death by his grandparents, Harriett Pheysey, Jack Duckett, Irene
Duckett, and a younger brother, William Robert Pheysey. Steve is survived by
his parents, Jim and Becky Pheysey, three brothers, Michael (April) Pheysey,
David Pheysey, Matthew Pheysey, one sister, Andie Pheysey, grandfather,
Herbert Pheysey, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Family services were
held Saturday, May 14, 2005, at Berg Mortuary in Provo. Interment was at Provo
City Cemetery.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Simmons, Travis J.
Travis J Simmons After enduring many life struggles, Travis J Simmons, 20,
passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2005. He was born to Deloras and Jay
(deceased) Simmons on September 23, 1984, in Provo, Utah. He is survived by
his brothers: J. Charles (Rachel) Simmons, Russel J Simmons, and Sean J
Simmons (currently serving in the Michigan Detroit Mission). His greatest joy
in life was his association with friends and family. Travis was a lovable
person and made friends easily. He excelled at sports and loved to try new
things. Growing up, he made many memories with his family and cousins. He
enjoyed the outdoors, camping, shooting, and fishing. He like to tease his
mother and brothers, loved animals, and especially enjoyed hanging out with
his friends. Travis will be missed. Our hearts are full of gratitude because
we have been blessed to have him as part of our family; and, because we know
we will be with him again. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the Windsor
Stake Center, 1600 North 60 East, in Orem, on Thursday, May 19, 2005. Family
and friends may call one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment
will be at the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.

Tidwell, Josephine Shepherd
Josephine Shepherd Tidwell Josephine Shepherd Tidwell, 78, of Pleasant Grove
passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2005 at her home. She was born January 19, 1927
in Orem to John and Florence Pace Shepherd, the tenth of eleven children. She
married Roy Edwin Tidwell on June 1, 1944 in Springville. Their marriage was
later solemnized in the Los Angeles Temple. Roy passed away in 1990. Josephine
is survived by her four children: Roy Leon Tidwell, Santa Rosa, CA; Carol
(Craig) Ericson, St. George; Eva (Sy) Carlson, Pleasant Grove; and Mark
Tidwell, San Marcos, CA; 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.
Additional survivors include four siblings: Annie Kitchen, Florence Draper,
Charlotte Carson, and George Shepherd. She was preceded in death by her
grandson, Robert Ericson. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 21, 2005
at 11:00 a.m. in the Timpanogos Seventh Ward Chapel, 193 North 400 East,
Pleasant Grove where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment
will be in the Oak Hill Memorial Park Cemetery in Escondido, CA on Tuesday,
May 24, 2005 at 11:30 am. Services under the direction of Olpin Family
Mortuary, Pleasant Grove. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.olpinfamilymortuary.com.
Published in the Daily Herald on 5/17/2005.