OBITS: The Spectrum 21 Oct 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 Ronald Wayne Bentley One Final Investment August 11, 1917 - October 19, 2005 Our wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother quietly slipped away October 19, 2005. Wayne was born August 11, 1917 in St. George, Utah to Hettie Sullivan and William Oscar Bentley, Jr. On April 6, 1935 Wayne married his high school sweetheart, Melissa "Irene" Tolton and their union was later solemnized in the St. George Temple. They spent 67 wonderful years together raising 6 children, 35 grandchildren, and 73 great-grandchildren. As a loving father he was an extraordinary patriarch to his family. His greatest concerns were always for the welfare of his family. He continually provided counsel, direction and advice to his posterity. Family activities were always the highlight of his life. Supporting family parties, school activities, and family reunions created the greatest of memories for Wayne and for his children. Wayne was a talented and successful businessman having retired after 42 years with the JC Penney Company as a Store and a Group Manager. Because of his leadership and exceptional business skills he was loved by many and respected by all. He was a long time member of Rotary International and served as President of several Chamber of Commerce organizations. Wayne was a dedicated and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He and his wife served in leadership positions including a Leadership Mission to the Salt Lake Liberty Stake. Other missions included name extraction and a service mission to Beehive Clothing. His children and grandchildren will remember his strong testimony and his love for the Savior. His legacy of hard work, achievements, and faithful service lives on in the hearts of his posterity. Children and grandchildren recognize the value of Wayne's counsel and are striving to honor his example. He was kind, patient, and always had an understanding heart. He loved to travel and had a lot of friends and was often a tease. He kept his sense of humor and wit until the very end. He appreciated the care given by his medical staff and was found giving them financial advice until he could no longer talk. Wayne is survived by his sister Maude Broadbent, six loving children: Richard Tolton Bentley (Serena), Carolyn Jacklin (Ernest), Afton Baxter (Steven), Jenee Uzelac (Gail), Steven W. Bentley (Kris) and Sherrie Deppe (Scott). He is now reunited at the Celestial Rook Table with his loving wife, Irene, his parents, two brothers, two sisters, and a daughter-in-law. The history and love of our father are the strengths we now rest upon. A viewing will be held Friday evening, October 21, 2005 from 6-8 pm at the Memorial Estates Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East, Murray, Utah. Funeral Services will be Saturday, October 22, 2005 at 11:00 am at the Salt Lake Little Cottonwood Stake Center, 1160 East Vine Street (5600 So), Murray, Utah, with a viewing from 9:30-10:45 am preceding the funeral. Interment will follow at the Wasatch Lawn Cemetery. The family would like to express our gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and aides at the Highland Care Center for their loving care of our father. Originally published October 21, 2005 Mima Day Erickson BEAVER - Mima Day Erickson, 86, passed away October 19, 2005 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 20, 1918 in Fillmore, Utah to William & Ruby Louise Paul Day. She married Leonard William Erickson June 20, 1939 in Beaver, Utah and their marriage was later solemnized in the St George LDS Temple on April 15, 1950. Leonard preceded her in death on December 18, 2004. Mima was an active member of the LDS Church and served in many positions including a primary teacher and in scouting. She enjoyed going fishing and hunting and camping as well as raising a garden and she loved flowers and cooking. She had many talents and loved to quilt. She was a special mother and grandmother who loved to work and play with her husband and her sons and grandchildren, especially playing games with them. She is survived by her four sons, Milo Ray (JoAnn) of Beaver, Fred (Denise) of Beaver, Keith (Beverlee) of Milford and Eddie (Karen) of Beaver. She has 14 grandchildren and 41 great, grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Foreman Day and two sisters, Flora Bushnell and Nora Brunson Jackson as well as her husband and her parents. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005 at 1:00PM at the Beaver LDS 1st Ward Chapel. Family and friends may pay their respects on Friday evening at the Southern Utah Mortuary from 7:00PM to 9:00PM and on Saturday at the Church from 11:30AM to 12:30PM. Interment will be in the Mountain View Cemetery in Beaver under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent to beaver@southernutahmortuary.com. Originally published October 21, 2005 Donald R Darger CENTENNIAL PARK, Ariz.- Donald R Darger, age 73, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2005, in St. George, Utah. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 13, 1932, to Eldren Jackson and Celesta Robertson Darger. He married Helena Reitveld on April 12, 1957; she later passed away. He then married Linda Bradshaw on May 25, 1986. Donald was born, raised, and educated in Salt Lake City. He raised his first family in Salt Lake and worked as an accountant for Sperry UNIVAC (later changed to Unisys) for over 25 years. In 1981, his first wife Helena Reitveld passed away. He then married Linda Bradshaw in 1986. In 1987, they moved with five children to Centennial Park, Arizona. After moving to Centennial Park he was employed by the Centennial Park Water Company, and remained employed until his passing. He was responsible for hooking up most all of the water meters in Centennial Park. He thoroughly disliked the job of cutting anyone's water off. He also became employed by Advance Construction & Design, working there for over 10 years. He was diligent and hard working, maintaining his employment into his seventies and even as his health was beginning to fail. He was always found on the job and was well respected by his employers and co-workers; he was viewed as an excellent employee. Donald was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed hiking and working in his large garden. Donald was a great family man. He was involved with his children's lives and schooling, and would include them in his life and activities. Donald was a quiet man; he never found fault with anything or anyone, and was unwilling to participate in criticism. He was spiritual and loved the Lord. He lived a life of service, and was always anxious and willing to serve any in need. He is survived by his: wife, Linda Bradshaw Darger, of Centennial Park, AZ; children, Susan Timpson, Donald, Michael, Karen Timpson, Robert, Kenneth, Ruth Ann Wright, Guy, Samuel, James, Helena, Richard, Linda Dawn, Charles, Ellen, Cynthia, Eldren, Margo, and Luella; 33 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; many adopted grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and 34 brothers and sisters. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Helena, three brothers, and two sisters. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 23, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. at the Centennial Park Chapel, with viewings Saturday, October 22, 2005, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary and again Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., prior to services, at the Chapel. Interment will be at the Centennial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, (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 October 21, 2005 Joseph Fisher Joseph Henry Fisher, 77, passed away at his home in Newton Thursday, October 20, 2005 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Hibbard, Idaho October 17, 1928 to Joseph William Fisher and Maude Lucinda Dodge. Daddy could fix anything, Mom's yard sale finds, grandkids toys or friend's lawnmowers. He owned and operated two different service stations and started King Fish Towing in Salt Lake City, from where he retired in 1986. He is survived by his wife Janet of Newton; eight children: Scott (Wanda); Pat (Emmett); Rick (Michelle); Margaret (Phil); Marty (Charlie); Connie (Dave); Jesse (Cami); Diana (Dan); 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Also surviving him are two brothers: Rich and Jay. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Mike, and a brother, Gayle. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at Nelson Funeral Home, 162 East 400 North, Logan. Friends may greet the family one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe's behalf to any Zion's Bank. Condolences to the family may be extended online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com. Originally published October 21, 2005 Mel Glazier KANAB - Melvin Robinson Glazier, age 76, died Thursday, October 20, 2005 at his home in Kanab, Utah. He was born July 17, 1929 in Kanab to Melvin "Todd" and Della Robinson Glazier. He married Jean Moore on July 6, 1951 in Kanab, and later served in the US Army during the Korean War. Mel started working for Standard Oil/Chevron Oil from a young age, and owned and operated several stores, including Mel's Chevron, Kanab Chevron, Stage Stop, and Glazier's Food Town. He was a member of the Elk's Club, the Lion's Club, and American Legion Post 69. Mel enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching birds, and spending time at the cabin at Panguitch Lake. He also greatly enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports. His sharp wit always kept everyone in the family on their toes. He was a generous, loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Survivors include wife Jean Glazier of Kanab; sons Barry Melvin (Sharon) Glazier and Kevin Moore (Mary) Glazier both of Kanab; brother Garth (Deanne) Glazier of Mesquite, Nevada; sister Caroline (Gifford) Early of Fredonia, Arizona; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 24, 2005 at 11:00 AM in the Kanab Utah Stake Center. Viewings will be held Sunday evening from 6:007:00 PM at Mosdell Mortuary and Monday morning from 10:0010:45 AM at the Stake Center. Burial will be in the Kanab Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post 69. Arrangements made with Mosdell Mortuary of Kanab. Originally published October 21, 2005 Frank Wayne Whitehead ST. GEORGE - Frank Wayne Whitehead, 88, passed away October 8, 2005 at his home in St. George. He was born Sept. 6, 1917 in St. George to Clara Jane Church and Gordon Whitehead. He married Helen Hafen March 30, 1940 in the St. George LDS Temple. They had two children, Clark Wayne and Lisa Jane. After the death of Helen, he married Janice Merryweather Olsen in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Wayne was raised in St. George and attended Dixie High, Dixie College and University of Bern in Switzerland. He served two years in the army during WWII and after returning home he owned and operated the St. George Ice Plant with his brother Grant for 25 years. Wayne was very active in the community serving on the St. George Planning Commission, Dixie College Institutional Council, and the St. George City Council. He was a member of the Dixie College Colonels, Lions Club (50 years), and the Volunteer Fire Department (65 years). Dixie College awarded him with an honorary degree in 1970 and St. George recognized his as their Total Citizen in 1990. He was an active member of the LDS Church and served in many callings. He and his wife, Janice, served a mission in Winnipeg, Canada and he was a sealer in the St. George LDS Temple for many years. One of his favorite past times was to go to the golf course with his buddies and play a round of golf. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Grant, his wife, Helen and son Clark. He is survived by his wife, Janice of 31 years, his daughter Lisa (Randy) Shaw, son Chris (Ali) Olsen, daughter-in-law Andrea (Gary) Parry, grandchildren Christopher (Tiffany) Parry, Jennifer, Curtis, Kason and Courtney Shaw, Lindy (Kent) Jones, brothers Howard (Nelda) Whitehead and Rulon (Darlene) Whitehead and many other family and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 22, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., at the St. George LDS Stake Center, (Bluff Street Chapel) 591 W. 500 N. A visitation will be held Friday, from 6-8 p.m., at Metcalf Mortuary and Saturday, from 9:30-10:30 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 October 21, 2005