OBITS: The Spectrum 6 Nov 2005; St. George, Washington 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: St. George The Spectrum http://www.thespectrum.com Vahl W Bodily Beloved Father and Grandfather Vahl W Bodily, age 79, passed away November 4, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born August 15, 1926 in Gusher, Utah to Christopher William and Dorthea Bodily. He graduated from Altamont High School in 1944. As a young man Vahl served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Texas Louisiana Mission. It was there where Vahl met his bride to be, Mary Jackson who was also serving in the mission. Vahl and Mary were married on February 7, 1949 in the Salt Lake Temple. Throughout his working years Vahl owned his own industrial painting contracting company. As the business grew, he decided to relocate to Manhattan, Kansas to be closer to a major military contract. This proved to be a wonderful experience for the family. It was during his time in Kansas that he served as a bishop and stake president and was beloved by many. In their later years together, Mary and Vahl served as missionaries in the Singapore Mission serving in Indonesia and India, and as temple workers. Later in life he loved to hike the hills and mountains around St. George, Utah. When Vahl was asked about his greatest service he would quickly say he found his greatest joy in being the primary care provider for Mary during the last few years of her life. Prior to his death Vahl remained an avid hiker, temple worker, and name extractor for temple work. Vahl leaves a legacy of service to mankind and love of family. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by son, Kim (Kathy) Bodily of Salt Lake City; daughters, Lynne (Dale) Dewey of Eagle, Idaho and Jeanne (Alan) Skidmore of Houston, Texas; sisters, Sylva Godwin and Ann Robinson; brother, Brett (Sarah) Bodily; 16 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by Mary, his wife of 55 years; Gail, his daughter, Quinton, his grandson; parents and four brothers. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Larkin Sunset Gardens Chapel, 1950 E. 10600 So. where friends may call two hours prior to the service. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to the LDS Church's Perpetual Education Fund, which held a special place in Vahl's heart. Originally published November 6, 2005 Thomas P. McArthur LEEDS - Thomas P. McArthur, died November 4th, 2005, in Leeds, Utah. Caboose of the Moroni and Emma Cottam McArthur clan was born February 28th, 1925 in St. George, Utah. His siblings were Nellie Gubler (Emil), Florence Leavitt (L.Glen), Irvin McArthur (Rita), Eldon McArthur (Denise), Ross McArthur (Mae), Rex McArthur (Ella), Annie Jennings (Leon), Fern Hafen (Weston) and Willard McArthur. Tom spent his youth herding cows and trying to survive his older siblings. He was successful for a great many years, 80+ in fact. In 1944 Tom married Fae Dalton of Hurricane, Utah and left for WWII one week later. Tom served proudly and with honor for the United States Army in the foxholes of Northern Italy and passed his profound patriotism to those around him. Upon his return from WWII, Tom attended watchmaking school in Sacramento, California, apprenticed to Steadman Jewelers for one year in Murray, Utah and then returned to St. George to settle down. The doors of McArthur Jewelers opened for the first time on May 4th, 1950 and remain open to this day. Over the course of the next 51 years, Tom and Fae raised their own McArthur clan consisting of: Margarett M. Blake (Richard), Thomas D. McArthur (Allison), Gwen M. Woodbury (David), Darrel D. McArthur (Penny), Julie Fae M. Schmutz (Jeff), Richard D. McArthur (Meg), and Jeanie McArthur (Robin Young). Tom and Fae are survived by 40 grandchildren and 44 great grandchildren with numbers still growing! Tom loved the out of doors and passed that love on to not only his children and grandchildren, but to an untold number of others whose lives have been enriched by knowing him. He appreciated a good hunt and especially a good hike such as "Fat Mans Misery". Tom lost Fae in October of 1995 and was blessed with a second love when he married Pearl Steele of Leeds, Utah. To this union was brought: Bill Steele (Cindy), Jeff Steele (Pat), Rhonda Rasmussen (Karl), Terri Condie (Briandon), Angie Murdoch (Reed), Kristi Nemelka (Todd), Wendy Cowan (Wally) Ren Steele (Melissa), 34 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. If we could only use one sentence to sum up Tom McArthur, it would undoubtedly have to be "AH YES, THIS IS THEE LIFE". Many of us remember him reciting poetry, some of which he wrote. He was likely to share some poems while repairing a clock or just stopping to say hi. He loved his Heavenly Father and lived his life as he knew his Savior would have him live. He was a wonderful example to all and we never heard him speak ill of anyone. During the course of his amazing life, Tom dedicated a great amount of time to the Boy Scouts of America and was recognized for his service by receiving the Silver Beaver Award. Because of his unqualified love for everyone, he enriched the lives of all he met. We will miss everything about him. Thank you for being the best. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 12, 2005, 11:30 a.m., at the Washington Buena Vista LDS Stake Center, 860 N. Fairway Dr., Washington, UT . A visitation will be held Friday, from 5-8 p.m., at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., and Saturday, from 10-11 a.m., prior to services at the Stake Center. Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary 435-673-4221. Condolences may be sent to the family through Metcalf's website at www.metcalfmortuary.com. Originally published November 6, 2005 Ramona R. Olsen Mar. 31, 1939 - Oct. 29, 2005 ST. GEORGE - Our dear Sister, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, lived and fought a courageous battle. She died October 29, 2005 due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis. She was 66 years old, born March 31, 1939 in Holladay, Utah to Ruby and Hyrum Petersen. Ramona married Afton D. Olsen on Sept. 29, 1956 and together they raised 10 children: Trina (Ross) Atwood, Abby (Kevin, deceased) Atwood, Tyke (Tresa) Olsen, Ryke (Sherry) Olsen, David (Vernita) Olsen, Adam (Shelly) Olsen, Ruel (Leslye) Olsen, Afton (Tonya) Olsen, Mona (Scott) Sanders and Meggin (Dennis) Bodine; 37 Grandchildren; and 7 Great Grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her siblings, Marlow (Vicki) Petersen, Gordon (Margaret) Petersen, Kay (Glen) Hunsaker, Brent Petersen, Debra (Abe) Ju, Kevin (Julie) Petersen. Ramona is preceded in death by her Brother, David Petersen; Mother, Ruby M. Petersen; Father, Hyrum Dean Petersen. Ramona lived a godly life. She was known for her smile and her laughter. Everyone loved her for her kindness. She looked for the best in every situation. In 1993 she was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses, and served her God, Jehovah, faithfully right down to the end. One of her favorite Bible scriptures was Job 14: 14: "If an able-bodied man dies can he live again? All the days of my compulsory service I shall wait, Until my relief comes. You will call, and I myself shall answer you. For the work of your hands you will have a yearning." As the end neared she was surrounded by many of her family and friends who loved her so much, just as she loved them. We look forward to seeing her in the resurrection. A special thanks to the staff of Red Cliffs Care Center for the wonderful care they gave to Ramona and the support they gave her family. We also want to thank The Red Cliffs and Snow Canyon Congregations of Jehovah's Witnesses for all their love and support. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 12, 2005, 1:00 p.m. at the Sandy Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 9936 South 300 East, Sandy, UT. Originally published November 6, 2005