OBITS: Standard-Examiner 22 Aug 2005; Ogden, Weber 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: Standard-Examiner http://www.standard.net Joseph Nicholas Santarell Monday, August 22, 2005 ROY Joseph Nicholas Santarelli, 93, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at the McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden. He was born July 20, 1912 in Denver, Colorado, a son of Pasco and Raffaella DeMichele Santarelli. He married Leah Schofield on July 27, 1947 in Elko, Nevada. Leah died on August 13, 1973. Joseph was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He graduated from Ogden High School in 1932. He worked with the Bureau of Public Roads assisting in the construction of the Al-Can Highway in Alaska, after which, he joined the US Navy as a gunnery instructor. Following WWII, he joined the Utah General Depot where he worked as a mechanic until his retirement. He then operated the Utah Tavern, which he inherited from his father, Pasco. His interests included an occasional round of golf, a hobby he began as a youth caddying at the Ogden Country Club and he also enjoyed bowling. Surviving are his children, Joseph Lee Santarelli, Roy; Beverly Jean Schwenk, Costa Mesa, CA; Donna R. Phipps, Redondo Beach, CA; Lois Jean Blacketer, San Antonio, TX; E. Jeri Dixon, Ogden; Dennis Phipps, Los Angeles, CA; eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are his siblings, Adelina Paoli, Elko, NV; Ernestine Nielson, Ogden; Teresa Kartchner, Plain City; Mary Feasel, Elko, NV; Angie (James) Jensen, Boise, ID; Angelo Santarelli, Ogden. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leah Martha Santarelli and his friend Martha (Rudie) Chapman, who was his constant companion after his wife's passing. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, August 23, 2005, 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 2740 Pennsylvania Ave., with Father Reuse, celebrant. Family and friends may call at Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., Ogden, Monday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A Vigil service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Interment, Washington Heights Memorial Park where military honors will be accorded. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com Logen Dunford Monday, August 22, 2005 SYRACUSE - Our sweet little Logen arrived on August 19, 2005, just a quick two minutes after his big brother. After beating all the odds to get here and fighting so hard, he could only stay a short six hours, long enough to meet his Mom and Dad, brother and sisters, and his Grandparents. We were lucky enough to say hello and blessed enough to be able to hold and kiss him and then say goodbye as he peacefully returned to Heavenly Father. While our hearts are aching, we know that he is ours forever, and Logen we are truly privileged to have enjoyed your little soul through a tough pregnancy for you and your brother and your brief moment here. You are forever in our hearts if not in our arms. Logen is survived by his twin brother, Cole; big brother, Ian; and big sisters, Sara and Aislynn. He is also survived by his Dad and Mom, Chad and Leanne Dunford; his Grandparents, Lynn and Kay Manhart, and Mundi and Lois Pedersen; many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins; and two Great-Grandmas, Helen Dunford and Jean Laws. Thanks to all of the staff at the U of U OB Diagnostic Center, Labor and Delivery, NBICU and Post Partum for your skill and compassion. A special thanks to Dr. Sean Esplin, Dr. Jan Byrne from the U of U. Without you we would never have had the opportunity to meet Logen and have him for even the brief moments we had. Our hearts are full of love and thankfulness for you skills, time, effort and especially your compassion. You have made a difficult time bearable. Special thanks also to Dr. Ball and his staff at UCSF for their special skills and help in getting Logen and Cole here. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2005, at 2:30 PM in the Smithfield Cemetery, 300 E. Center St., under the direction of Myers Mortuary, Layton. Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com Isabell Roderick Ashton Monday, August 22, 2005 ROY - Our sweet, beautiful, mother, grandmother and sister Isabell Roderick Ashton, 86, returned to Heavenly Father on Friday, Aug 19, 2005 surrounded by her loving family. She will be greatly missed by all of those who knew her. She was born on Nov 19, 1918, to William Price Roderick and Mary Jane Myler in Pauline Power, Idaho, now known as Oneida County, Idaho. On March 22 1944 she married Harvey Willis Ashton in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Together they raised their family in Ogden, Utah. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, serving in various positions including Primary President, Spiritual Living Teacher, Visiting Teacher Leader. She was the most kind, loving and gentle person: one without guile. Her life exemplified service and love for her family, church and community. She was also passionate about Family History, temple work, scripture study and playing her organ. She cherished her children and grandchildren, who will love and miss her forever.. She is survived by one son, Robert and wife Marie Ashton, San Ramon, California, three daughters: Shelba & husband Richard Rich of West Haven, Mary & husband Bill Settlemire of Ogden, Rosalie Ashton of Salt Lake, 15 Grandchildren and 31 Great grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters Thora Ann Hess, Sandy, Utah and Velma Ipsen, Pleasantview, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her sweetheart Harvey W. Ashton, son, Harvey Boyd Ashton, her parents & sister Myrtle Roderick. We would like to extend a special message of gratitude to staff at Peachtree Place, Pineview Rehab and Dr Kelson for the dedicated service and compassion they provided to mom during her last few weeks here on this earth. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 22, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary in Roy, 5865 South 1900 West. Family and friends may call on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. prior to services. Interment, Myers Evergreen Memorial Park, 100 Monroe Blvd., Ogden. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com Bessie L. Swink Monday, August 22, 2005 CLINTON Bessie Louise Swink, 72, died Friday, August 19, 2005 at her home of congestive heart failure. She was born August 12, 1933 in Ogden, a daughter of Parley A. and Elizabeth Perry Blodgett. On May 12, 1961, Bessie married Norman Swink in Ogden. Norman preceded her in death in June of 1997. She lived in North Ogden for 49 years and the remainder of her life in Clinton. Bessie was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She worked as a supply clerk at Hill Air Force Base for many years. She enjoyed cosmetology, ballet, sewing and crafts. Bessie had the opportunity of visiting Hawaii and enjoyed it very much. When she was younger, she was president of the Liberace Fan Club. Surviving are two sons and one daughter, Michael Swink, Layton; Patrick Swink, Clinton; Norma Swink, Clearfield; and five grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Virginia East, Farr West. She was preceded in death by her husband and one daughter. Special thanks to Dr. Gregory Almony and staff, and to the pharmacy staff at the Layton K-Mart. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Ben Lomond/North Ogden Cemetery. Friends may call at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Wednesday from 9: 30 to 10:20 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Association. Braison Coe Hullinger Monday, August 22, 2005 St. George, UT - Our loving son, brother and grandson returned to his Heavenly Father on August 19, 2005. He was born October 11, 1994 in St. George, UT, son of Clayton and Julie Christensen Hullinger. Braison was so loved by his family and friends and all those who knew him. He had a soft heart and compassion for everyone. Braison was a 5th grader at Panorama Elementary. He loved his friends and was with them at the time of his death. He has always been adventurous and loved the outdoors. He was an avid wake boarder and snow boarder, enjoying all sports and was looking forward to playing tackle football this year. He loved his Heavenly Father and was looking forward to becoming a new Scout in October. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him and especially his family. He is survived by his parents, sister, Stacia Lynn age 17, brother, Chaz Michah age14, grandparents: Dan & Jeanne Earl of St. George, UT, Craig & Robyn Chrisentsen of Tremonton, UT, Gilbert & Alice Hullinger of Roosevelt, UT, great grandparents: Maxine Garn of Fielding, UT, Mary Christensen of Tremonton, UT, Hollis G. & Grace Hullinger of Roosevelt, UT and Ernest Hansen. He was preceded in death by great grandparents, Arake Hullinger, Oleen Garn, Gaylen Christensen and great great grandmother, Elaine Hullinger. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2005, 11 a.m., Red Cliffs LDS Chapel, 1800 E. & 280 N., St. George, UT. Visitations will be on Monday, August 21, 6-8 p.m., Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd. and Tuesday, 9:30-10:40 a.m., prior to services at the Red Cliff Chapel. Interment will be in the Washington City Cemetery under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary (435) 673-4221. Condolences may be sent through the Metcalf website at www.metcalfmortuary.com. Zona "Z" Hess Neilson Monday, August 22, 2005 In loving memory of Zona Z Hess Neilson April 18, 1926 August 22, 2004 Our Nana Never a better Hero, Never a truer friend... It has been a long year without you, our world has not been the same. We love you and miss you. Tenaya, Alize', Tyera and Baby Izan Georgia Clasen Monday, August 22, 2005 SLATERVILLE - Georgia Clasen, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, left us suddenly from a stroke surrounded by her family. She returned to her Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 20, 2005. She was born August 17, 1943 in Orange, California to George and Dorothy Henkel. She loved spending time with family and friends, her dogs, and her rose garden. She had a real soft spot for all animals. Antiques were Georgia's special talent; she and Joann Perruca started Acorn Antique Shows and she worked at Abby's Antiques. She leaves behind her husband Wayne; daughters Heather Champion and Heidi (Robert) Wilcock; sisters Andrea (Gary) Patz and Jan (Greg) Clary and their families; brother-in-law Milton Clasen and family; her special grandchildren Broc, Cassie, Chase, Zack and Noah; aunt Darlene Johnson and family; uncle Darrel (Fern) Davis and extended family; numerous friends and special best friends Rosan Reidl and Barbra Creze. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, August 24th at 11:00 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1105 N. Washington Blvd., Ogden, Utah. At Georgias request, cremation by Myers Mortuary in Ogden. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com