OBITS: Daily Herald 24 Sep 2005; Provo, Utah co., Utah text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** 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 Bond, Earl Jay 1916-2005 Earl Jay Bond, beloved husband of Thelma Francis Bond passed away peacefully on September 21, 2005 in his Provo home. Jay was born to his earthly parents on October 15, 1916 in Henefer, Utah. He was the first born of 8 children to Nephi Alma Bond, Jr. and Ingeborg Emily Inkley. Jay attended school in Summit County. He graduated from North Summit High School in 1935, he then moved to Salt Lake City to attend a technical college that prepared him for his career with the railroad. Jay relocated to California to work for the San Juaquin division of the Southern Pacific Railroad in the late 30 s. Through the 1940 s Jay worked long hours keeping the trains running that helped move our troops and vehicles during WW II. On September 13, 1954 Jay married his eternal companion Thelma Francis in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and later was blessed with 2 daughters. Jay was a High Priest in the LDS Church serving in many capacities and utilizing his talents. In 1955 he was Branch President in Laws, California then his job relocated him. Through the 60 s and 70 s he was ward clerk to 3 different bishops and also the stake clerk. After fulfilling these duties he became a stake missionary, also serving a temple mission at the Los Angeles Temple, preparing him to go with his wife to serve together at the Oregon, Portland mission for 18 months. After completing their mission, Jay and Thelma moved back to Utah to be closer to their families. Jay in his youth enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid sports fan. Later in life, most evenings you could find him strumming his guitar. Jay is survived by his wife, daughters, Julia Bond-Smith of Midvale, Barbara Amway of Henderson, NV; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; also 4 brothers and 1 sister. Preceded in death by his sister, Beulah and brother, Roy. Services will be held Monday, Sept. 26th at 2:00 pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, UT. Where a viewing will be at 12:30 pm prior to services. Published in the Daily Herald on 9/24/2005. Hansen, Floyd L. Floyd Hansen, 79, died peacefully September 21, 2005 at East Lake Care Center, Provo, with his loving wife of 60 years, Deloris, by his side. He was born November 18, 1925 to Frank and Elizabeth Hansen in Omaha, Nebraska, but when he was a small child, the family moved to Hazel Crest, Illinois. He graduated from High School after which he went into the Coast Guard for three years. He is survived by his devoted wife, Deloris, three children, Floyd Jr., Kathleen and Dan, 11 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Floyd loved to travel, boat cruises, Europe and his favorite place, Disneyland. He loved pets, especially dogs and always had one as a companion. When he lived in Heber City, he owned a successful business whose success was attributed to his pleasant personality and generous nature. He loved sports of all kinds with fishing being his favorite. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to friends at East Lake and the hospice workers for their care and concern during Floyd s illness. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer s Association. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the East Lake Care Center, 1001 North 500 West, Provo. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuaries.com Published in the Daily Herald on 9/24/2005. Madsen, Alma 1915~2005 Our dearly beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Alma Madsen, passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2005. Alma was born October 4, 1915, to Hans Jensen Lauritz and Anna Hansine Rasmussen Madsen in Fountain Green, Utah. He attended school through the eighth grade, then began working to help his family. He married Virginia Cowan on December 29, 1941, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. Alma worked as a farmer and sheepherder for many years; he retired from Union Pacific Railroad. He enjoyed planting and harvesting a large garden. Potatoes were his specialty. Alma was a special person, kind, dependable, generous and easy-going. Although quiet and shy, he was a mighty oak of strength to his family. He enjoyed just being at home, working around the house and yard, and driving to Sanpete County to visit his brothers and sisters. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was active in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Virginia; children, Karl Cowan (Pleasant Grove), Stephen Alma (Moroni), and Barbara Jean (Salt Lake City); 8 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. Also survived by one sister, Ruth Knight (West Jordan). Preceded in death by two sons, Lauritz Thomas and Wendell Roy; grandson, Christopher Sean Madsen; his parents; seven sisters, Kirstine, Mary, Marie, Ingeborg (Bobbie), Sarah, Edith, and Edna; and three brothers, William, Parley, and Harold. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 26, 2005, at 12:00 noon, at the Nephi 2nd Ward at 100 East 222 South, under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home. A viewing will be held at the church from 10:00 a.m. until time of services. Interment will be at the Nephi City Cemetery, 400 East and 400 North. Heartfelt thanks are given to Central Valley Home Health and Hospice and to Lee Hansen for special care. Also special thanks to Nephi 2nd Ward Relief Society. Published in the Daily Herald on 9/24/2005. Spiers, Vern Kay 5/1/1930 9/22/2005 Vern Kay Spiers, 75, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on September 22, 2005 in Salt Lake City. He was born May 1, 1930 to Edwin Vern and Beatrice Hill Spiers in Wellsville, Utah, the third of seven children. He married his high school sweetheart, Bonita Lu Powell, October 13, 1950 in Albion, Idaho. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple on November 3, 1970. Together they had four children. Vern spent his youth as a ranch hand and was always a cowboy at heart. He graduated from Albion High School and some of his fondest memories were of Albion and the friends he made there. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He retired from Mountain Bell after 37 years of service. Vern loved camping, fishing, golfing with his best friends "the fearsome foursome" and playing the guitar. Vern was a fix-anything handy man. His life was an example of service. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many callings. He most enjoyed working with the youth. He is survived by his wife; children Ken (Lu Ann) of Salt Lake, Gary of Orem, Lane (Debbie) of Farmington, Lisa Rasmussen (Kenny) of Riverton, 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Quentin and Richard. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 26, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cherry Hill 5th Ward, 135 E. 2000 S., Orem. Family and friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Cherry Hill 5th Ward and one hour prior to the services. Interment Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Memorial Mortuaries, 5850 S. 900 E., Murray. Published in the Daily Herald on 9/24/2005.