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Kerryanne Booras Neilson and Callen Avery Neilson

ST. GEORGE - Kerryanne Booras Neilson, age 37, returned home to our Heavenly
Father on Sunday, November 6, 2005, with one of her cherished children,
Callen.

Kerry was born June 20, 1968, in Provo, Utah, a daughter of Steven William and
Susan Berniece Lindsey Booras. Kerry's family moved when she was two weeks old
and she was raised in Livermore, California until about age 16. She and her
family then moved to Orem, Utah, where she graduated from Orem High School.
Kerry attended Utah Valley State College for approximately two years and
studied Fashion Design. She married Chris Neilson on August 18, 1989, in the
Salt Lake Temple. Her more recent talents were shown writing technical manuals
for some large law firms and NASA. Kerry was a devoted mother and wife who had
three beautiful children and a loving husband. Her countenance radiated love
for those around her. She was always selfless in her actions, and was a humble
servant of our Heavenly Father.

Kerry held many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
serving faithfully in each one. The Lord always saw her special talents. She
was most recently released as Primary President, a calling that blessed her
life as well as the children she lovingly served. The Young Women's Program
and Primary were her biggest loves.

A fun-loving friend, Kerry always made those around her smile. She will be
remembered as being the "Kool-Aid Mom," always welcoming children into her
home at any time. Her home is a reflection of who she was and it shows her
keen sense of design and creative talents. She always made it a heaven on
earth for her family.

Being the oldest daughter (the first of five girls) and younger sister to her
brother, Kerry was an example of righteous living and generosity toward
everyone around her. She led a Christlike life, listening and acting on the
promptings of the Holy Ghost to be of service to others, never expecting
recognition in return.

Callen was born August 20, 2001, in St. George, Utah, to Chris and Kerryanne
Booras Neilson. He has one sister, Kennedy (age 11), and one brother, Kade
(age 7).

Callen had a special smile. When he smiled, you could literally feel his love
for you. His smile lit up your heart and made you want to give him a big hug.
He didn't even need to say a word, he could just smile and you could feel his
love for you and his love for others.

His dad is quoted as saying, "Callen is our baby (our last child) and he could
do whatever he wanted to do." Callen and his mom were so close in life and
remain close forever.

Some of Callen's favorite pastimes were throwing a football and playing with
his brother, sister, cousins, and friends. He loved going to Pine Valley with
his family to "Papa's Farm" (Grandpa's Cabin). We will all miss his smile and
his love.

Kerry is survived by her: husband, Dr. Chris A. Neilson and children, Kennedy
and Kade, of St. George, UT; parents, Steven and Susan Booras, of Spanish
Fork, UT; brother, Kimball, of Sandy, UT; sisters, Becky (Kip) Kint, of
Spanish Fork, UT, Kirsten (Corey) Shipman, of Spanish Fork, UT, Missy (Owen)
Poulson, of Nevada City, CA, and Cindi (Matthew) Fields, of Spanish Fork, UT;
nine nieces; and five nephews.

Funeral services will be held for Kerry and Callen on Saturday, November 12,
2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the Green Valley 6th Ward Chapel, 124 N. Valley View
Dr., St. George, UT, with the first visitation Friday, November 11, from 6:00
to 9:00 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, and the second visitation on Saturday from
9:00 to 11:00 a.m., prior to services, at the Chapel. Interment will be at the
St. George City Cemetery. Arrangements are made under the direction of
Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT (435) 673-2454.

Friends and family are invited to offer their condolences at

www.spilsburymortuary.com. Click on the dove. Obituaries are also available at
our website. Click on the rose.

Originally published November 9, 2005

Mildred Adelaide Cox Bernard 1920 ~ 2005

Milly Bernard, of Kearns, Utah, passed away peacefully November 7, 2005 at
home surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Born May 28, 1920 in Brewster, Nebraska, daughter of Robert E. And Eleanor
Jarvis Cox. She graduated with honors from Broken Bow High School, NE and then
went to Denver with a Business College scholarship. Married Robert E. Workman;
divorced. Married Rex E. Oberhansley; divorced. Married Lynn (Bud) Bernard
February 5, 1972; he preceded her in death March 28, 1987. Moving into Kearns,
as the 28th family, it became a challenge to make the community what it has
become today. She helped organize the Kearns Town Council, which has been a
model for Town Councils in the Salt Lake County area. She loved Kearns and was
a member of the Kearns Town Council for many years, a charter member of the
Kearns Water and Sewer District Board and the first woman member of the Salt
Lake Planning and Zoning commission for thirteen years. She was nominated Mrs.
Kearns by the Kearns Town Council and "Woman of the Year 1982" by the Green
Sheet and was thrilled when a street was named after her. In 1967 she was
elected to the Utah State Legislature. During her subsequent five terms she
was the Majority Whip, Minority and Majority Leader. As a legislator, she was
involved in many Boards and Committees such as the Juvenile Court Governing
Board, the Judicial Council, the Granite Mental Health Board, Community Action
Board, the Social Services Committee, etc. From the Legislature she was
appointed by Governor Rampton and reappointed by Governor Matheson to the
Public Service Commission and served six years as Chairman until her
retirement in 1982. She was always outspoken and having the strength of her
conviction, she was involved in many controversial issues and faced them
squarely, using her best judgement. Firmly believing in Women's Rights, she
felt that action spoke louder than words and led by example with numerous
firsts in many fields. While serving as a Legislator, she worked for THE EIMCO
CORPORATION for 15 years and thoroughly enjoyed her positions there.

Milly's whole life was spent fostering her family. Her mother, Eleanor, always
lived close by until her death in 1985. Her children and grandchildren all
live in the Salt Lake area. The love and devotion is being carried on by the
second, third, fourth and fifth generations. Her marriage to Lynn (Bud)
Bernard gave her fifteen of the happiest years of her life. Since his death
she has been living in Kearns in the summer and for many years lived in St.
George in the winter and leaves many friends in both areas.

She is survived by daughters: Judy Johnson and Carole E. (Walter) Jakeman;
grandchildren: Mark R. (Teresa) Bliss, Matt Bliss, Kellie (Richard) Yeates;
Daren (Alex) Jakeman, Shane (Andria) Jakeman, Nicole (Eric) Sorensen and Brian
Jakeman; great-grandchildren: Stephanie (Justin) LeCheminant, Mark (Summer)
Bliss, Matt Bliss, Dustin Bliss, Sarah (Jason) Pilch, Lindsay Yeates, Katelynn
Yeates, Hannah Yeates, Sydney Jakeman, Dylan Jakeman, Nickolas Sorensen;
great-great grandchild: Gatlin Bliss; step-daughter, Betty (Earl) Kenworthy;
half-brother: Robert E. Cox, Scottsbluff, NE; numerous cousins and an aunt,
Gladys Hyde, Almeria, NE.

The family would like to thank Dale Mertlich for his years of loving help and
friendship, Jill Murdock for her care during Milly's last days along with The
Odyssey Hospice Group. Their compassion and care is appreciated by all.

Funeral services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330
South Redwood Road where a viewing will be held Thursday, 6-8 p.m. and Friday
one hour prior to service. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park, 4400 West
4100 South. Friends may visit the online guest book at Legacy.com.

Originally published November 9, 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), Harvey D. McArthur (Kay), 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. 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 9, 2005

Doris Joy Porter

ST. GEORGE - Doris Joy Porter passed away in Glendale, Arizona. She was born
March 23, 1923 in Perry, Iowa to Archie R. and Ida Gaskill Morton.

Doris was raised in Parry, Iowa where she was a welcome part of her many
brothers and sisters own family. After finishing business school in the 1940's
she and her mother moved to Southern California, where Doris worked as a cost
adjuster and office manager for a Los Angeles area beverage distributor. In
the late 1950's she met and married Edward G. Porter in Culver City,
California. They were both employed at that time for Hughes Aircraft, Edward
as an engineer and Doris as an accountant for R & D teams. In 1965 they began
their family with the arrival of their son, Norman Edward.

When her husband was forced into medical retirement from Hughes Aircraft in
the 1970's due to an injury, Doris continued to work, care for both her son
and her husband, and still found time for church work in the Los Angeles and
later Tucson, Arizona areas. After Norman graduated from high school, Doris
and Edward retired to the St. George area. Their church and volunteer work
continued until Edward was called home in October, 2000 after years of
fighting a valiant battle with illness. Doris came to live with her son Norman
and his family in Arizona, where she was loved and cared for by one and all.
In the late spring of 2005 she had a mild heart attack and was moved to a care
center where she passed peacefully during the morning of Saturday, November 5,
2005.

Doris leaves behind her family and many friends who's hearts and lives she
touched and helped to mold. We will all miss you, Mom.

She is survived by her son, Norman (Stephanie) Edward Porter; grandchildren,
Ceredwin, Cindy and Ariana; brother, Alma "John" Morton; numerous nieces and
nephew; and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 10, 2005, 2 p.m., Snow Canyon
LDS 4th Branch, 1184 N. Dixie Downs Dr., St. George, UT. Visitation will be
held Thursday, 12-1:45 p.m, prior to the services at the chapel. Interment
will be in the St. George City Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf
Mortuary (435) 673-4221. Condolences may be sent through the Metcalf website
at www.metcalfmortuary.com.

Originally published November 9, 2005

Dr. Arthur W. Gardner

CEDAR CITY - Dr. Arthur Wendel Gardner, age 81, of Greenwood Lane, Carrollton
died Saturday, November 5, 2005.

Dr. Gardner was born in Cedar City, Utah on October 23, 1924 the son of the
late Arthur Gardner and Mary Ina Hunter Leigh Gardner. He married Shirley M.
Maughan December 21, 1967 in St. George, Utah. He was a member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He and Mrs. Gardner were called as
ordinance workers in the Atlanta Temple for the past 20 years. He was a
veteran of the U.S. Air Force where he served in World War II, the Korean
Conflict, and a 2 year LDS Mission in New Zealand.

Dr. Gardner was a retired professor at the University of West Georgia where he
taught for 23 years. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Utah State
University in Logan, Utah, Masters and Doctorate Degrees in Genetics from
Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr. Gardner taught at Russell
Sage University in Albany, New York and Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas,
before coming to the University of West Georgia in 1967.

Survivors include wife, Shirley M. Gardner, brothers, Robert Leigh (LaRue)
Gardner, Cedar City, Utah, Willard Leigh (Doris) Gardner, Layton, Utah,
sister, Dorothy Gardner, St. George, Utah, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 9, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside
services will be held Friday, November 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cedar
City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online
condolences may be made through our website at www.sumfamily.comMemorial
contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

Originally published November 9, 2005

Eric Graydon Wood

CEDAR CITY - Eric Graydon Wood was born October 5, 1947, in Cedar City, Utah,
the first child of seven children, to Gordon B. and Donna Alger Wood. He
passed away Sunday, November 6, 2005, in Cedar City, Utah, from complications
of pneumonia. He married Michaela Hamilton in Hurricane, Utah, in 1981. To
this union was born one daughter, Brandi Ann. They later divorced.

Graydon was a happy, good natured child, a delight to his parents. He attended
school in Cedar City, Big Creek, and Yucipa, California, and Las Vegas,
Nevada. He graduated from Las Vegas High School. He worked in construction as
a carpenter, truck driver, and maintenance worker for Virgin City and at Brian
Head. He was always willing to assist people with any mechanical or handy
work. He loved to garden and work with plants. He loved all kinds of music. He
had a great artistic ability with art and poetry. Graydon had an incredible
memory, enabling him to recall many events and as well as the many things he
had learned throughout his life. He had a big heart and a great love for his
family and especially his daughter.

Graydon will be dearly missed by his: daughter, Brandi Ann, of Alta Dena, CA;
father, Gordon (Shirley), of Hurricane, UT; siblings, Russell (Brenda), of Las
Vegas, NV, Deeona (Ken) Cox, of La Verkin, UT, Scott (Marla), of Sandy, UT,
and Tonya (Curt) Sweeten, of Kamas, UT; and many nieces and nephews for whom
he cared very much. He was preceded in death by his: mother, Donna Alger Wood;
two infant brothers; and his grandparents, Nen and Martha Wood, and Don and
Pearl Alger.

Funeral services will be held Friday, November 11, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at the
LaVerkin 5th Ward Chapel, 70 South 300 West, La Verkin, UT, with the first
viewing on Thursday, November 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Hurricane Valley
Mortuary, and the second viewing on Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., prior to
services, at the Chapel. Arrangements are made under the direction of
Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 140 N. Main St., Hurricane, (435) 635-2454. Funeral
Director W. Russell Atkin.

Friends and family are invited to offer their condolences at
www.spilsburymortuary.com. Click on the dove. Obituaries are also available at
our website. Click on the rose.

Originally published November 9, 2005

June B. Anderson

ST. GEORGE - June B. Anderson, died in her sleep peacefully on November 7,
2005, in St. George, Utah. She was born on April 26, 1912 to Marcellus and
Meta Diebold in Los Angeles, California.

She spent her early years in Venice Canoeing the Canals, and swimming. She met
the love of her life and married Elvin M. Anderson on April 13, 1936. They
shared 69 wonderful years together. They had many happy years working in
Southern California before moving to St. George in 1989. She thoroughly
enjoyed the city, community and the people in the St. George area. She was a
volunteer at the DUP (Daughters of Utah Pioneers) for several years. June was
a friend to everyone she met.

Survived by her husband, Elvin of St. George. A private grave dedication will
be held at a later date.

No flowers please. One of her main interests was education and seeing that
youth had the opportunity to be educated.

Originally published November 9, 2005

John Franklyn Davis

John Franklyn Davis, 71, beloved husband, father, brother died November 4,
2005 at Dixie Regional Medical Center in St. George.

He was born in Sacramento California May 2, 1934 where he was raised until he
graduated from Sacramento High School. After graduation he joined the Navy,
while during the next four years he would receive the rest of his education,
become a combat photographer, and serve in the Korean War. In October 1959, he
married Jurai Richards in Ogden Utah and later sealed in the Oakland Temple.
They spent 46 loving years together. He spent a portion of his career working
at Aero Jet General. Later, worked for BYU Motion Picture Studios on films for
the LDS church. Some of the titles included, "Johnny Lingo", "Pioneers and
Petticoats" as well as many others. He also spent time as a mining engineer.

John had a special gift of making friends wherever he went. He was loved by
many. John loved the Gospel and served the Lord faithfully.

He had many hobbies which included photography, painting, writing, poetry,
studied, collected history and train memorabilia.

John is survived by his wife, Jurai Richards Davis, Children: John Franklyn
III, (Mesquite) Heather, (St. George) Philip Charles (Aleena) (St. George) and
Kathleen (St. George). He has 13 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren.
Sisters: Arden Haskin (Larry), Helen Shurbet (Jack).

John is preceded in death by Sisters, Joanne Wall and Paula Meigs, Son Stuart
William Davis, Grandson, Hondo Bates.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 10, 2005, Tonaquint
Cemetery, St. George, Utah at 11:00 a.m. A viewing will be held one hour prior
to services at Heideman Mortuary 170 S. Mall Drive, St. George. Services under
the direction of Heideman Mortuary.

Originally published November 9, 2005