OBITS: The Spectrum 16 Dec 2004; St. George, Washington 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: St. George The Spectrum http://www.thespectrum.com For in that sleep of death what dreams may come When we have shuffled off this mortal coil? Robin DuCrest, husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many has left this earthly existence. His endeavors in life included teacher, theatre director, and filmmaker. For the past twenty years Robin was president of Special FX Lighting, a company that pioneered adding color to light. Robin's unique and creative vision can be seen worldwide illuminating buildings, bridges, theme parks, museums, and monuments in brilliant, vibrant color. Like as the waves make towards the pebbled shore, So do our minutes hasten to their end; Each changing place with that which goes before, In sequent toil all forwards do contend. A memorial celebration of Robin's life will be held Friday, December 17, 12:00 Noon at the Cliff Rose Lodge Gardens in Springdale, UT. The generous spirit and insightful teachings of Robin DuCrest did not end when he passed from this mortal life, but will live on in the many lives of those he touched. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the following: Deprung Loesling Educational Fund, 2092 Vista Dale Court, Atlanta GA 30084. Henry Harrison Harriman ST. GEORGE -- Henry Harrison Harriman, 88, died in St. George, Utah, December 14, 2004. Born in Clementsville, Idaho, December 8, 1916 to George and Gertrude Harriman. He was the loving husband of Alice Harriman, whom he married in Ely, Nevada in 1947. Henry was raised on a dry farm in Canyon Creek, Idaho, eventually moving to Nevada where he became a hardrock miner. For over 50 years Henry worked various mines throughout California and Nevada. In 1980 Henry and Alice retired to St. George, where they became avid baseball fans rooting for their favorite teams the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs. Henry was a colorful storyteller with a remarkable memory of his journeys through life. He was able to relate these stories with his own humor and wit that delighted all those that heard them. He also served in the Army during World War II in the Pacific. Henry is survived by his loving wife of almost 58 years, Alice; son Dennis Alfred of St. George; daughters, Margaret (Greg) Kotta and Elaine (Dennis) Beckus both from California; 13 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; nephew, George Gustafson of Fruita CO; nieces, Laska and Vicki Gustafson of Caliente, NV; Verona Thompson of Cedar City, UT; son in law, Gayle Reese of St. George, UT; and many numerous nieces and nephews. Henry was preceded in death by his loving daughter Deanna Reese and his sweet great granddaughter, Madison Alfred. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 18, 2004, 9 a.m., Metcalf Mortuary, 300 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, UT. Interment will be in the Milford, Utah Cemetery, 3 p.m., Saturday, December 18, 2004, under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary. Condolences may be sent through the Metcalf Web site at www.metcalfmortuary.com. Donations may be made in Henry's name to the American Diabetes Association, 1245 E. Brickyard, Ste. #30, Salt Lake City, UT 84106. Dallas Odell Peterson Dallas Odell Peterson, 79, died Wednesday, December 15, at his home in St. George, Utah, of cancer, which he had fought three other times since 1972. He was born August 17, 1925 in Oakley Idaho to Leland and Della Mitton Peterson. He was married to Dorene Meacham on November 21, 1951 in the Logan Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Air Force, rising to the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. Dallas attended Utah State University and Brigham Young University, graduating with his B.S. and M.S. Degrees. He subsequently attended Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, receiving a Ph.D. in Geology in 1959 with an emphasis in Invertebrate Paleontology. He taught at Chico State College in Chico, California and at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, where he was chairman of the Geology Department. He moved in 1968 to Madison, Wisconsin as a University Systems Administrator, retiring in 1992 as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Wisconsin System. During his lifetime, Dallas served faithfully in various church callings, including as a missionary in the Great Lakes Mission and eventually as Bishop, High Councilman and Stake Patriarch. He and Dorene served as church service missionaries in the Wisconsin Milwaukee Mission after their retirement to Marquette, Michigan. Following 12 years in Marquette, they relocated in June of this year to St. George, Utah. Dallas is survived by his wife, Dorene and his son, David Odell Peterson (Yvonne), his mother, Della Peterson of Blackfoot, Idaho, his brother, Wesley Peterson (Joann) of Wellsville, Utah, sisters Shirley Simpson of Blackfoot, Idaho, Joan Cowley (Jody) of Berthoud, Colorado and Doris Port of Wenatchee, Washington and his six grandchildren, Emily Peterson, Daniel Odell Peterson (Jazmine), Christopher Peterson, Diana Johnson (Tom), Lisa Peterson and Ryan Peterson. A memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 16 at 1 p.m. at the Bloomington Sixth Ward Chapel at 3519 Manzanita. A visitation will be held prior to the memorial service at Metcalf Mortuary, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 18 at 1 p.m. at the Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 1st E., Brigham City, Utah. A visitation will be held Saturday, December 18, 12-12:45 p.m., prior to services at the mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Charles Kenneth Olson ST. GEORGE -- Charles Kenneth Olson, age 77, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family, December 15, 2004. He was born on January 24, 1927 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Charles Heber Olson and Nelda Grace Batchelor. He married Beatrice Vivian Martin on January 17, 1946 in Bremerton, Washington. Their marriage was solemnized in the St. George LDS Temple on January 17, 1998. He graduated from East High School in 1943. He served as a corpsman in the US Navy during World War II. He attended the University of Utah and also the Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia conducting cancer research. He was employed by American Hospital Supplies, Motorola and he was a retired business owner. He was an avid golfer. He was a member of the LDS Church and served as a Temple worker. He was a faithful son, brother, husband, father, and friend. He is survived by his wife; two daughters and three sons: Sharon (Frank) Nemanic of Draper, Utah, Chuck (Kathie) Olson of Coalville, Utah, George (Martha) Olson of Norco, California, Lori (Scott) Headrick of Las Vegas, Nevada, Brian (Fawn) Olson of Atlanta, Georgia; 18 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and sister, Shirley (Max) Burggraaff. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one granddaughter, Corynn. Funeral services will be on Saturday, December 18, at 11:00 a.m. at the Morningside LDS Stake Center, 881 S. River Road, St. George, UT. A visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. prior to services at the chapel. A graveside service will be on Monday, December 20, at 1:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Condolences may be sent through the Metcalf Web site at www.metcalfmortuary.com. Melody Ruble Melody Stratton Ruble, 39, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2004, in West Valley City, Utah. She was born Oct. 13, 1965, in St. George, Utah. Survivors include her husband: Jim of West Valley City; one son and one daughter: Mary Isabelle and Ethan James, all of Overton; parents: Lloyd and Mary Stratton of Logandale; two brothers and one sister: Bruce (Debbie), Marcine (Keith) Neilson, and Shane (Cheryl), all of Logandale. Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at noon at the Enterprise LDS Chapel. A visitation will be one hour prior to services at the chapel.