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Aardema, Anna (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF ANNA MAE TERRY AARDEMAMay 19, 1920 - Feb. 11, 2003How
Lucky and blessed our family has become because of you. You're much more than
a wife and companion, you're a best friend and counselor. You are a Mom to
family and friends with insight and thoughtfulness for all. We miss you
dearly. Love,Dad and All Your Family.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Abeyta, Brent (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF BRENT ABEYTA April 2, 1970 - Feb. 11, 1996 Hi there kid!
it's been 9 years since you left us. The hole is still in our hearts, and the
sorrow is still there, and always will be there until we are all together
again. When I look at your daughter, I see you in her actions and her
expressions and she looks just like you. And she is just as crazy as you were.
Brent we love and miss you so very very much, you are forever in our hearts
and on our minds always. Love you forever, Dad, Mom Toole and Girls, Vikki
Abeyta, Philip, Carol Abeyta and Family.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Barker, Jason Brian
SOUTH OGDEN - Jason Brian Barker, 28, beloved son, grandson, brother and
uncle, returned home to his Heavenly Father on February 8, 2005. Jason was
born on November 24, 1976 in Clarkston, Washington to Ray C. and Judy Olsen
Barker. Jason grew up in Glenwood, Utah and attended schools in Richfield,
Layton and Weber Basin Job Corp. He loved doing anything in the outdoors,
especially camping, hunting and fishing at Flaming Gorge and drowning worms on
the Weber River. He also loved riding horses and gardening. He was a member of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by a daughter
Emilee, his mother Judy Barker of Syracuse; his father and stepmother Ray C.
and Sheila Barker of South Ogden; his brother Max (Cindy) Barker of Hurricane;
sisters Robin Hoggan of South Ogden; Heidi Shields, Kimberly (Matt)
Christensen all of Syracuse; Karen (Dirk) Bishop of South Weber and
grandfather Max R. Barker of Denver, CO; 16 nieces and nephews, numerou s
aunts, uncles and cousins, a special friend Natalie Aultman. He was preceded
in death by a sister Jennifer Barker and a special brother-in-law Scott
Hoggan, two grandmothers and a grandfather. We now feel comfort that Jason is
free from the struggles of his earthly life. Funeral services will be held
Saturday, February 12, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Syracuse LDS Ward Chapel, 2500
West 700 South. Family and friends may call on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at
Myers Mortuary in Roy, 5865 South 1900 West and on Saturday at the church from
9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Roy City Cemetery. Send
condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/10/2005 - 2/11/2005.

Barrientos, Offlora (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF FLORA BARRIENTOS - MOM Feb. 8, 1935 - Sept. 10, 1974Today
we look back at the memories, wishing you a Happy Birthday. We honor this day
and every day for you giving us life. We will meet again in eternal life.Love,
your children - Judy, Lawrence, Charlene, Darlene, Lorraine, Robert, John,
Lynnie Grandkids and Great-grandchildren
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Campbell, Roy (Memoriam)
SPECIAL CARD OF THANKS From the family of Roy H. Campbell. To those of you who
sent flowers and attended the funeral, the family wishes to thank you for your
care and your concern. Your thoughtfulness was greatly appreciated.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Christensen, Nola M.
OGDEN - Nola Martin Christiansen, 86, died Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at her
son's home in Hooper. She was born March 26, 1918 in Ogden, a daughter of
James and Pearl Skeen Martin. Nola married Wayne Clyde Halls. They were later
divorced. She married Charles Merlin Christiansen in Elko, Nevada. Charles
preceded her in death. She was a lifelong resident of Ogden, graduating from
Weber High School and Stevens Henagar Business College. Nola was a member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She retired from Hill Air
Force Base following 20 years of service at Hill Air Force Base as a data
engineer. Nola loved to be around and spend time with her family. She also
enjoyed yard work and fishing. Surviving are one son, Rodney Kent (Linda
Samuels) Halls, Hooper; her stepchildren, Wayne, Janet, Paul, Robert, and
Michael, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous
step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in deat h by
her husband, Charles Christiansen, daughters, Linda Halls and Shyrl Halls
Halverson, son Larry J. Halls, sisters Mabel and Marvel and brothers Albert
and Gerald. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's
Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may call at the mortuary on
Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment,
Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd. Email
condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/10/2005 - 2/11/2005.

Esplin, Oleen
NO. OGDEN - Oleen Esplin, 92, died Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at the Crestwood
Care Center. She was born April 6, 1912 in Orderville, Utah, the daughter of
Alma Cox Esplin and Cleo Hannah Luke Esplin. She was preceded in death by her
parents and younger siblings, Luella Barlow, Alma Lamar Esplin and Wendell
Luke Esplin. Oleen resided in Orderville 13 years, Logan 42 years, North Ogden
34 years, and in Ogden at the Gardens and Crestwood Care Centers the remainder
of her life. She was a faithful life long member of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. Oleen filled many callings in Primary, Sunday School,
Young Women's, and Relief Society. Of special interest was her calling as
secretary to the High Priest Group in the old days. She especially loved the
children and youth of the church and community. Oleen was educated in
Orderville and Logan graduating from Utah State University with a B.S. degree
in business. She was employed by Cache County Extension Service as a
stenographer, Columbia Sheep Breeders Assoc. as executive secretary, and Weber
State University as a secretary in the graduation office. Oleen was
affectionately known as Auntie by family, neighbors and friends. She devoted
her life loving and caring for her siblings, and three generations of nieces
and nephews. Her home was open to all and provided a great haven of love,
nurturing, teaching, understanding, food, shelter and fun. She is our
significant other. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 12,
2005 at 11 a.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd.
Friends and family may call from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. on Saturday. Special
thanks to the relatives, friends, and health care professionals who added to
the quality of her life over the past four years. We are especially
appreciative of the care given at the Gardens, Wasatch, Crestwood, and by IHC
Hospice. Oleen is our Angel Auntie. Interment will be in the Logan City
Cemetery. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/10/2005 - 2/11/2005.

Gardner, Chad Michael Kelso
Chad Michael Kelso Gardner 1973 - 2005 Our beloved husband, father, son,
brother and friend left this earthly existence on Tuesday, February 8th, 2005.
Chad died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Irving, Texas.
Born August 28th, 1973, Chad was never at a loss for energy or for something
to say. He graduated with the class of 1991 from St. Joseph High School in
Ogden, and married Meggan Dupuis on July 7th, 1996. Chad's short span of years
was packed full of vibrant living and infused with passion. All who knew him
appreciated his generosity, compassion, infectious laughter and beautiful
smile. He was devoted to his wife and children, and enjoyed sharing his
interests in cooking, music, movies, and literature with them. Chad was a
talented musician, and loved to play the blues on his saxophone, harmonica and
piano. One of his favorite activities was to dance in the kitchen with Meggan
and the kids. Chad worked tirelessly to ensure the happiness and well-being of
his fam ily, and was employed in various sales and computer-related fields
including his most recent position with Quickcare in Dallas, Texas. Chad is
survived by his wife Meggan; Parents Debbie and B. Greg Gardner and Gary and
Mary Clare Kelso; children Devin, Breanna, Michael, Isaiah, Bailey and Ethan;
brothers and sisters Gina Barberi, Mikelle (Brent) Weil, Kelly (Rob) Kelso,
Kerry (Keith) Hankins, David (Fawn) Kelso, Aaron (Anne) Gardner, Beth (Ryan)
Dickson, Katie, Jake and Nikki Gardner, grandmother, Ferne Kelso, and many
other friends and family members who loved him dearly. In lieu of flowers, a
trust fund has been established in Chad's name for his wife and six children.
Donations are being accepted at any Zion's Bank location. Funeral services
will be held Monday, February 14, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russon Brothers
Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah where friends may call Sunday
evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Monday morning from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m prior
to services. Inter ment - Farmington City Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Halverson, James Roger
OGDEN - James Roger Halverson, 63, rode down his last trail on February 8,
2005 at his home. He was born August 30, 1941 in Ogden to Amos and Ruby
Halverson, the fourth of seven children. Jim graduated from the school of Hard
Knocks and became a successful chef in the restaurant industry including,
Finer Foods, Park Drive Inn, Snowmass Colorado, and Sizzler Restaurants. Jim
was the life of the party and was loved by everyone who met him. He loved
camping and fishing and enjoyed scenery and traveling. He loved horses and
dogs, especially little bear. James married, then later divorced. Surviving
are three children, James, Debbie (Bob) Peterson, Teresa (Rick) Birch; 11
grandchildren; three great grandchildren; three brothers and three sisters,
Janneane Shupe, Sharon Kister, Diane Warner, Joel Halverson, Jerry Halverson,
and Randy Halverson. Preceded in death by his father and mother. A viewing
will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, February 12, 2005 at Leavitt's M
ortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Cremation under the direction of Leavitt's
Mortuary. Send condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/12/2005.

Harper-Uttah, Edwina Louise
Edwina Louise Harper-Uttah, born from the union of William M. Harper and
Georgia M. Harper in St. Louis, Missouri made an exit on December 21st, 2004
from pain and suffering as she simultaneously made her grand entrance into the
next (best) level of her life. In her brief 54 years, Edwina wore many hats
and impacted many lives with her wisdom, wit, charm and compassion. She was a
mentor, teacher, law assistant, research analyst, personal accountant,
physician, chef and our very own interior and clothing designer. She enjoyed a
long productive career, which included Job Corps, Community Action Agency,
USAF Contracting and Tax Law Associates of Atlanta. Outside of all her
accomplishments and successes, one of her greatest passions were her children,
grandchildren and family with whom she expressed her love not only on
occasions, but giving of herself JUST BECAUSE. Edwina, you fought a good fight
and we knew that Heaven was your goal not far from your sight. We miss you,
yet understand God's plan and look forward with anticipation when we'll meet
again.With All of Our Love,Your daughter, Kerrie J. Harlin; son, Nta William
Uttah (Adelina); grandchildren, Denzel C. Matthews and Alexis T. Matthews;
parents, William M. Harper (Mary), Georgia M. Harper; sisters, Christina L.
Perry (Gregg), Sandra K. Weathington; brother, William M. Nick Harper; nieces
(The A Team), Alona J. Harper, Austina J. Harper and Ashia J. Harper, along
with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Harris, Jennie Hadfield
OGDEN - Jennie Hadfield Harris, 90, returned home to her Heavenly Father on
Tuesday, February 8, 2005. Jennie was born August 26, 1914 in Elba, Idaho, a
daughter of George Wells and Sylvia Abigail Beecher Hadfield. They later moved
to Utah and she graduated from Davis High School. She married Mellry Layton
Harris on January 11, 1932 in Logan, Utah. They were later sealed together for
eternity in the Ogden LDS Temple on July 2, 2002. Jennie was a member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had great faith and a desire
for good. Jennie always put others first and believed we need to help each
other to get through life. She owned and operated the Malted Milk Donut Shop
and also a Chinchilla Ranch in Ogden, where she won many ribbons and trophies.
Jennie later worked for Shaver Mart. Jennie was a loving mother of two sons,
Nolan (Luana) and Roger (Sharon) Harris (deceased) and a loving grandmother of
nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildre n and three
great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Norma Mumford
and sister-in-law Sylvia Hadfield. Jennie was preceded in death by her husband
Mellry, son Roger and grandson Randy. The family wishes to express
appreciation to the staff at Emeritus Estates Assisting Living and Legacy
Hospice Foundation. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 12 at
3:00 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends and
family may call at the mortuary on Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Interment,
Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd. In lieu of
flowers, family suggest donations be made to Legacy Hospice Foundation. Jennie
loved her family. She will be missed dearly. We love you mom and grandma.
Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/12/2005.

Jensen, Garth O.
Gone Fishing OGDEN - "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race,
I have kept the faith". 2 Timothy 4:7 Garth Otto Jensen, 71, passed away
peacefully on Wednesday, February 9, 2005 with loving family and friends by
his side. He was born on October 25, 1933 in Brigham City, a son of J. Otto
and Leah Mathias Jensen in Brigham City. He married Ruby Hadden and together
they had three children. They later divorced. Garth married Myrna Fry on April
18, 1975 and together with the children, became a family. Garth and Myrna had
the joy of renewing their wedding vows on their 25th Anniversary. Garth was a
veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Utility Trailer. Garth was a
beloved member of Northpark Church in Roy. Surviving are his wife Myrna and
their three children, Michael Otto Jensen, Sacramento, CA; Lorie Ann (Jeffery)
Fry, Washington Terrace; Gerry Thomas Jensen, Pagosa Springs, CO; six
grandchildren, Kacey (Chris) Aaron, Jeffery Joe Fry, Wayne C. Jensen , Timothy
Brian Fry, Kyle and Cameron Jensen; two great-grandchildren, Brendon and
Braxton Gillihan, and his K-9 companion "Sparky". Also surviving is one
sister, Dalone Turner, North Ogden; many nieces and nephews and a special
niece and nephew Darla Jo Kay and Shane Edward Kay. He was preceded in death
by both parents, a father-in-law, his brother-in-law, three grandsons, a
special sister-in-law, Karla Kay, and his K-9 companion "Muffin". Funeral
services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the North Park Foursquare Church,
4275 South 1900 West, Roy, Utah, with Pastors David Bloomquist and Craig
Wyjack officiating. Friends may call at the church on Saturday beginning at 12
Noon. Interment, Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington
Blvd., where Military Honors will be accorded. Funeral Directors, Lindquist's
Ogden Mortuary. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Jeppson, Boyd H.
OGDEN - Boyd H. Jeppson, beloved husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away Wednesday, February 9, in
Ogden, Utah of causes incident to pneumonia after courageously battling
Alzheimer and Parkinson diseases for several years. He was born March 10, 1919
in Brigham City, Utah to David Fernando and Anna Zelnora Fuller Jeppson. He
grew up in Brigham City, graduated from Box Elder High School and attended
Bakersfield Junior College for one year. He served in the U.S. Navy in San
Diego during World War II. He began his professional career at Box Elder
County Bank and retired as vice president of Commercial Security Bank after 40
years of service. On October 11, 1940, Boyd married his high school
sweetheart, Ilene Carlson, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were blessed with
five children. As a couple, they set an example of mutual devotion, service,
generosity and faith. Boyd served faithfully in many church callings in The
Church of Jesus Ch rist of Latter-day Saints including Stake Young Men's
President, High Counselor, Bishop, and Counselor in a Stake Presidency. He and
Ilene also served in the Ogden Temple for seven years. Boyd spent most of his
life engaged in civic affairs including two terms in the Utah State
Legislature, various positions in the Republican Party, President of the
Kiwanis Club, Knife and Fork Club, and Ogden High PTA; Officer in Utah Bankers
Association, and member of the Lions Club and Sons of Utah Pioneers. He is
survived by his wife of 64 years, Ilene of Ogden; children: Judy (Winslow)
Hurst, of Layton; Doug (Nancy) of Centerville; Linda (Dean) Carver of Fairfax,
VA; Janis (Stephen) Ronnenkamp of Layton; Jeri (Paul) Laird of Ogden; 25
grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, a brother, Keith (Cozette) and a
sister, Ruth Jansen. Boyd was preceded in death by his father, David (1937),
and mother, Anna (1981), four brothers: Lamar, Earl, Glen, and Max; three
sisters: Erma, Pearl, and Alene; and a great -grandson, Carter. Funeral
services will be held Monday, February 14 at 11 a.m. at the Weber Heights
Stake Center, 1401 Country Hills Dr. Family and friends may call at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m.
and Monday at the Stake Center 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Interment, Willard City
Cemetery, where Military Honors will be accorded. The family suggests
donations be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. Special Thanks to Manor Care Staff for care given
to Boyd for almost five years. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Layton, Teancum
"Crowned With Glory in Heaven Above" OGDEN - Teancum Kole Layton, infant son
of Kurt Dean and Nikole Kristiana Wells Layton, returned to the arms of his
Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 9, 2005 at Davis Hospital and Medical
Center in Layton of S.I.D.S. He was born September 28, 2004 in Ogden. Teancum
was a happy, energetic, fun loving baby who loved to be tickled by his mother
and giggle with his father. Surviving are his parents of Ogden; his
grandparents, Clair and Joan Layton, Chubbuck, ID; Joe and Irene Parkhurst
Wells, Kaysville; his great-grandmother, Ruby Oswald Park, Idaho Falls, ID;
and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Teancum was preceded in death by his
grandmother, Patty Wells. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Family and friends may call
at the mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 12:45
p.m. Interment, Lindquist's Washington Heights Memori al Park, 4500 Washington
Blvd. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Layton, Teancum Kole
"Crowned With Glory in Heaven Above" OGDEN - Teancum Kole Layton, infant son
of Kurt Dean and Nikole Kristiana Wells Layton, returned to the arms of his
Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 9, 2005 at Davis Hospital and Medical
Center in Layton of S.I.D.S. He was born September 28, 2004 in Ogden. Teancum
was a happy, energetic, fun loving baby who loved to be tickled by his mother
and giggle with his father. Surviving are his parents of Ogden; his
grandparents, Clair and Joan Layton, Chubbuck, ID; Joe and Irene Parkhurst
Wells, Kaysville; his great-grandmother, Ruby Oswald Park, Idaho Falls, ID;
and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Teancum was preceded in death by his
grandmother, Patty Wells. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Family and friends may call
at the mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 12:45
p.m. Interment, Lindquist's Washington Heights Memori al Park, 4500 Washington
Blvd. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Linger, Michael (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF MICHAEL TODD LINGER Dec. 31, 1967 - Feb. 11, 2004 It's
been a year now, and it's hard to believe your gone, Your life was cut way too
short. We think about you everyday. We miss and love you very much,Your loving
Family.
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Linger, Michael Todd (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF MICHAEL TODD LINGER Dec. 31, 1967 - Feb. 11, 2004 What we
were, we are. What we had, we have. A conjoined past imperishably present. You
are not gone but merely walk within me. Till we meet again my love, Debi
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Padilla, Anna Michelle (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF ANNA MICHELLE PADILLA Jan. 4, 1971 - Feb. 11, 2004 One
year ago we lost the middle link in our family. It still feels like a dream.
We still find ourselves thinking about what you would do and say in certain
situations, and your don't give a crap attitude. But know we find comfort in
knowing you're watching over us. Love your kids Jimmy, Travis and Crystal.
Mom, Rosie, Onofre, Seeta, Joe. Your nieces and nephews, Anthony, Stephanie,
Robert, Stacey, Brianna and Roseanna
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Standing, Alta
Together Again OGDEN - Alta Ann Standing, 85, has gone to be with her Heavenly
Father and is now reunited with the love of her life, Jack. She passed away on
Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at her home. She was born May 6, 1919 in Rock
Springs, Wyoming to William A. and Esther Whitt Heines. She married John L.
Jack Standing on October 21, 1942 in Harrisville, Utah; he preceded her in
death on May 2, 1996. She was a member of the LDS Church. Alta enjoyed her
pinochle card club and craftwork. She was a classy woman who had many friends.
Surviving are two daughters, Colleen Bennett of California; Jacki Wasnick of
Washington; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her husband, parents, two sisters, two brothers, and one grandson Ben
Wasnick. Special thanks to Hearts from Hospice and Dr. Senekjian for their
loving care. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 12, 2005 at
1:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 W ashington Blvd. with Bishop
Shaw officiating. Friends may call on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday
from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Ben Lomond Cemetery,
North Ogden. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.

Stoker, Karl S.
OGDEN - Karl Sherman Stoker, 72, died Monday, February 7, 2005 at his home in
Ogden of a sudden heart attack. He was born July 16, 1932 in Ogden, a son of
Alvin David and Dagmar Ragnhild Nielsen Lyngby Stoker. Karl married Ida
Underwood on November 3, 1951 in Elko, Nevada. They were later divorced. On
April 22, 1977, he married Karen Keller in Ogden. He was reared and educated
in Clearfield graduating from Davis High School Class of 1950. He lettered on
various sports teams. He then attended Weber State College where he played
football. He moved to Ogden in 1977. Karl was a member of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints where he was an Elder and participated in the
sports programs. He owned and operated car washes in Davis and Weber Counties
since 1964. Karl was a member of the Ogden Boat Club and served as a
Commodore. He loved snow skiing at Powder Mountain, water skiing, gardening,
watching a good ball game, and cooking pancakes at the family campou ts.
Surviving are his wife Karen, Ogden; one son and two daughters, Kyle S.
(Julayne) Stoker, Plain City; Kathy Dawn Stoker, West Point; Robin (Chad)
Helsop, El Cajon, CA; five grandchildren, Shane D. Stoker, Nathan S. (Alicia)
Stoker, Amelia A. (Robert) Baker, Nikael (Jake) Choules, Neriece Stoker, and
four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister, Eloise Folland, Salt
Lake City; two sisters-in-law, Carol Stoker and Lorraine Stoker, and numerous
nieces and nephews. Karl was preceded in death by his son, David N. Stoker,
sister, Ruth (Mark) Gardner, two brothers, Russell David Stoker and Lyngby
Alvin Stoker, his stepmother, Marie Lyngby Stoker and brother-in-law, Don
Folland. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Ogden
Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may call at the mortuary on Thursday
from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Clearfield City
Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/10/2005 - 2/11/2005.

Sumida, Rose
BRIGHAM CITY - Rose Kumiko Murakami Sumida, 89, loving mother, dedicated
worker and world traveler, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2005 at the
Country Lane Assisted Living Center. Rose was born on November 3, 1915 in
Nagoya, Japan and immigrated to the United States at the age of four with her
parents Sam and Yae Goto Murakami. She married Jiro Joe Sumida on March 25,
1934 in Portland, Oregon. He preceded her in death on August 18, 1988. Rose
grew up in Portland, Oregon. With the outbreak of World War II, she and her
husband were interned at the Hunt Relocation Camp in Idaho. At the conclusion
of war they relocated to Perry, Utah where she and her husband reared their
family. She worked for Maddox Ranch House and retired after 35 years. Rose
loved to keep busy and had a great work ethic. She was talented and made
beautiful crocheted dollies for friends and family members. She was an avid
gardener. She could make anything grow and turned the simplest flowers into a
colorful yard. Every year her red tulips lined the front and corner of her
yard. She loved to travel and opened many windows of the world by taking her
three daughters on trips to Europe including: England, France, Germany, Italy,
Sweden, Netherlands, Spain, and Greece. A different part of the world was part
of her itinerary as she took them to Asia including: China, Japan, Thailand,
Singapore, Korea, and Bali. She was a member of the Honeyville Buddhist
Church. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a petite woman
yet determined. She never complained but learned to adapt to her surroundings.
She was a great source of strength to all family members which inspired them
to succeed in their endeavors. She encouraged her children and grandchildren
to get an education. She is survived by her three daughters: Nancy (Michael)
Sandoval, Sunnyvale, California; Jane (Richard) Gomez, Perry, Utah; Margie
(Stan) Pearson, Las Vegas, Nevada; six grandchildren; eight
great-grandchildren ; one brother, Charles (Grace) Murakami; two sisters, Yam
Yagami and Tootsie (Yuki) Taniguchi; two sisters-in-law, Sumi and Yoshiko
Murakami; many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded
in death by her husband, one sister, Tamako Makita; two brothers, John and
George Murakami; two brothers-in law, Mitz Yagami and Mac Makita; and her
parents. The family would like to thank the staff at Country Lane Assisted
Living Center, Legacy Hospice and Heritage Brookside Home Care for their
special care, support and comfort they gave to Rose and family members.
Private services for immediate family members will be held at Myers Mortuary,
205 S. 100 E., Brigham City Saturday, February 12 at 3:00 p.m. Interment will
be in the Brigham City Cemetery.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/10/2005 - 2/11/2005.

Williams, Lou Jean Gower
Lou Jean Gower Williams, 77, passed away February 9, 2005 in Cedar City, UT.
She was born October 1, 1927 in Cedar City, UT to George Henry Gower and Alice
Jane Perry. She married Don Pershing Williams on December 13, 1950 in Salt
Lake City, UT. She is survived by her children Kim L Williams of Riverdale, UT
Dawn Ann (Stephen) Anderson of Roy, UT, Jac Don (Amy) Williams of Morgan, UT;
nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; brother George Clyde (Bernice)
Gower of Flatrock, NC; sister Audree (George) Slack of Cedar City; and
sister-in-law Lewen Gower of Cedar City. She was preceded in death by her
parents, her husband Don, brothers Warren and Reid Gower, and son Russell.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/11/2005.