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Brigham, Robert G. (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF ROBERT G. BRIGHAM Sept. 29, 1923 - Feb. 23, 1988 It's been
17 years since you've been gone. You memory is my keepsake from which I'll
never part. God has you in his keeping. I have you in my heart. Love, Wife and
Family
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Burnett, Arlyn B.
Arlyn Boyd Burnett, 74, beloved husband, son, brother, father, grandpa and
great-grandpa, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, February 19,
2005 from complications of hip replacement surgery. He was born March 22, 1930
in Ogden, a son of Boyd William and Velda May Brown Burnett. Arlyn married
Barbara Bingham on June 8, 1948 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She preceded him
in death on July 30, 1997. On December 5, 2002 he married Neta Rainey. She
brought into their marriage seven married children, 22 grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren. Because his children and grandchildren are the light of
his life, this added much joy and happiness. He was reared and educated in
Ogden where he was Student Body President at Mound Fort Junior High while his
first wife Barbara was Vice President. He attended Weber College studying
civil engineering. Arlyn was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. He held many responsible positions through out his life. He
served honorably in the Eastern States Mission where he participated in the
Hill Cumorah Pageant. He had a testimony of paying tithing, he loved to serve
in the temple and was never happier than while he was there. He had an
extensive and varied career of over 40 years which began in the grocery
business with his father. He worked for both the Frito Company and Cream
O'Weber Dairy and ended his career with Morton Thiokol retiring in the early
1990's. Surviving are his wife Neta, St. George; five sons and two daughters,
Mike (Dottie) Burnett, Fruit Heights; Blair (Janet) Burnett, Washington
Terrace; Kevin (JoAnn) Burnett, Ogden; Kerry Burnett, Layton; Bart (Bridgette)
Burnett, Farr West; Shauna (Scott) Shupe, North Ogden; Janae (Gary) Price,
Ogden; 31 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one
brother and four sisters, Dale (Linda) Burnett, Sandy; Lou Jean (Marlow)
Young, Bountiful; Colleen Cummings and Sharyl (J. Kirk) Moyes, both of Ogden;
Suzann e Oborn, Roy. Preceding him in death were his first wife Barbara and
one granddaughter Natalie. In spite of the severe pain and lack of mobility he
suffered, he was always pleasant, cheerful and maintained a pleasant demeanor.
He taught us how to endure to the end. Funeral services will be held Saturday
at 11 a.m. at the Ogden North 6th Ward Chapel, 236 Porter Avenue. Friends may
call at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Friday from 6 to
8 p.m. and Saturday at the Ward Chapel 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Interment,
Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road, 1718 Combe Road.
Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Carley, Betty Joy Earl
Betty Joy Earl Carley 1927 -2005 MESA, Arizona - Beloved wife, mother and
grandmother passed away Monday, February 21, 2005 following a short illness at
the age of 77. She was born October 22, 1927 in Salt Lake City, a daughter of
Claude and Alice Earl. She grew up in Murtaugh, Idaho and Ogden, Utah. She
graduated from Ogden High School. She married Vincent L. Carley on April 22,
1946 in Ogden, Utah. Betty loved playing tennis and dancing. She and her
husband competed and won awards in ballroom dancing competitions. She worked
as a secretary at Hill Air Force Base. Betty always had a sparkle in her eye
and a smile for everyone. She and her husband lived in South Ogden and Roy,
Utah. For the past 15 years she loved their winter home in Mesa, Arizona.
Surviving are her husband, Vincent L. Carley, daughter Kathy Carley Wilson of
Layton, Utah, and granddaughters, Shay Curtis, Korie Hadfield, Kristin Riddle,
Marci Weyant, and Raynee Wilson. She has one great-grandson, Nesta Childs. She
has two brothers, Larry Earl of Mesa, Arizona and Reid Earl of Sun City,
California. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the
Ogden City Cemetery. The family will meet friends at Lindquist's Ogden
Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Email
condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Carver, Vivian Herrington
KAYSVILLE - Vivian Herrington Carver, our beloved mother, grandmother, and
great grandmother passed away peacefully on February 20, 2005, surrounded by
loving family members. Vivian was born November 3, 1919 in Ogden, Utah to
Marshall and Lottie Herrington. Vivian grew up in a loving family of five
brothers and sisters. She fell in love and married Truman H. Carver in the
Salt Lake LDS Temple September 9, 1938 for time and all eternity. When she got
married she quit her job as a dental assistant to devote her time and life to
her husband and children. Vivian's dedication to her husband, children, and
grandchildren guided her through out her life. Vivian was known for her
cooking skills and her love of sweets especially chocolate. Vivian was an
active member of the LDS church and served in the Primary, Relief Society, MIA
as well as a Temple worker. Her true love was teaching Jr. Sunday School.
Throughout her life she had an unfaltering testimony of the gospel. V ivian is
survived by her husband Truman H. Carver and her two sons, Truman R. (Kathy)
Carver, Kaysville; Michael J. Carver, Bountiful; 12 grandchildren, 16
great-grandchildren, sister, Beverly (Fred) Honing, Stevensville, Montana; and
sister-in-law, Barbara Herrington, Las Vegas, Nevada. She was preceded in
death by one son, Brent L. (Carol) Carver, Eden; her parents, brother, Kenneth
Herrington, Ralph Herrington, Glen Herrington and sister, Thelma Carey. Mother
and grandma will be terribly missed by her family. We find peace that she is
reunited with her parents, brothers, sister and son Brent. Funeral services
will be held Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Kaysville Crestwood
Stake Center, 855 E. Mutton Hollow Road, with Bishop Denzel Williams,
presiding. Friends and family may call Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at
Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30
a.m. at the church. Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery. The family wishes to
tha nk the staff at Avalon Care Center for their kind and compassionate care.
e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005.

Clark, Rulon G.
Rulon G. Clark OGDEN - Our loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother,
74, passed away with many loved ones by his side, peacefully Saturday, January
29, 2005 of complications due to cancer. He was born January 27, 1931, in
Wellsville, Utah, the son of Hugh Clark and Zella Hoskin Clark. He graduated
from South Cache High School. He honorably served an LDS mission in Ontario,
Canada. He attended Utah State University before meeting his eternal companion
Lola Gemar. They were married on November 14, 1958 in the Logan LDS temple.
After retiring from Hill AFB in 1986, Rulon started a furniture manufacturing
business with his son Doug, named "The Pine Factory". Rulon loved the
opportunity to talk to customers and was very proud of the business. He worked
until three weeks prior to his return to God. Rulon's first love was his
family and friends. He enjoyed music, playing the piano, cooking, gardening,
fishing, and laughing, and was an avid Weber State University Wildcat fan. He
serve d as asst. Ward organist and in various other callings. He attended
North Ogden 16th Ward. He was most happy helping others; wanting nothing in
return. He was like a father to all that crossed his path. Rulon is survived
by his wife Lola; four sons, Richard, Steven, Douglas (Wendy), and Mark
(Victor); nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; siblings, Lila Rae
(Bill) Jones, Dean (Norma) Clark, twin brother Calvin (Arlene) Clark, Carol
(Doyle) Hansen, Linda (Terry) Barnard; and many other "adopted" sons. He was
preceded in death by his parents and a niece. Funeral services will be
conducted by Bishop Robert Taggart on Thursday, February 3, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden. The family will receive friends
between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at Leavitt's Mortuary
and one hour prior to the services. Interment at Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial
Park. Send condolences to respects@rulonclark.com or visit online tribute @
www.rulonclark. com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005.

Davis, Owen Wesley
OGDEN - Owen Wesley Davis, beloved son, brother, and uncle, returned to his
heavenly father on February 19, 2005, at the age of 57. Owen was born May 16,
1947 in Ogden, Utah, to Orval and Mary Ruth Davis. He grew up in Ogden and was
an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He
attended Ben Lomond High School where he lettered in track and swimming as
well as played trumpet in the band. He attended Weber State College before
serving in Vietnam, where he was awarded the Purple Heart, National Defense
Service Medal, and a Vietnamese campaign medal for his injury while serving
his third tour of duty. He spent the remainder of his life in the care of his
mother Mary Ruth and for the last two years, Jeremy Loftus, a special
caregiver. He enjoyed watching TV, telling stories and taking long walks with
his mom. He was preceded in death by his father Orval, and his sister Marilyn
Rhead. He is survived by his mother Mary Ruth, and brothers Bill and Ray Dav
is. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at
Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Family and friends may call
Wednesday, February 23, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to the
services at Leavitt's Mortuary. Interment at Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park
Send condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005.

Egan, Mary A. Cook Martin
Mary A. Cook Martin Egan Mary Adeline Egan, a long time resident of
Clearfield, Utah passed away Sunday, February 20, 2005 at Apple Village
Assisted Living Center, Layton, Utah following an extended illness. She was
born on March 18, 1912 in Murray, Utah, the daughter of Samuel cook and
Adalaide L. Carlisle. She attended schools in Murray and Salt Lake City. She
married James Edwin Martin July 29, 1929 and lived in Hunter, Utah until his
death. She then married Arnold F. Egan August 22, 1940 and moved to the Egan
farm in Richmond, Utah until 1950 when they moved to Clearfield. Arnold died
July 7, 1982. Mary was an active member of the LDS Clearfield 4th Ward,
serving in the Relief Society for many years. She was sealed to Arnold Egan in
the Salt Lake Temple on December 3, 1963. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting.
She delighted in giving her lovely handwork to family members, friends and
neighbors. She also enjoyed traveling. She and her husband, Arnold, took many
trips with her br other, Marvin cook and his wife, Jane, into the desert back
country of the west. A highlight of her life was when she traveled with her
daughter, Judy and husband Darrell, to Hawaii. Mary is survived by her
children, James D. (Muriel) Martin of South Ogden; Judy A. (Darrell) Johnson
of Syracuse; A. Steve (Nyoka) Egan of Kaysville; 14 grandchildren, 28
great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her parents, brother, Marvin Cook, sister, Violet Christensen,
husbands, James Edwin Martin and Arnold F. Egan, twin daughters, Aleen and
Arlene Egan who died at birth, and three grandchildren, Cheri, Jared, Allison
Johnson and great-grandson, Christopher Kennedy. Funeral services will be held
Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Lindquists Clearfield Mortuary, 1050
South State Street with Bishop Leor Yardley, officiating. Friends and family
may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to services at
the mortuary. Interment, Richmo nd, Utah Cemetery. The family wishes to thank
the nurses and staff of Manor Care and Apple Village as well as the nurses and
aides of Hearts for Hospice who cared for her. e-mail condolences to the
family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Gill, Fay
OGDEN - Fay Gill, 91, went to be with the Lord Monday, February 21, 2005 at
the Aspen Care Center in Ogden. Fay was born August 18, 1913 in Tri-Forks,
Montana to Carl and Russia Crompton. She married Fred Gill on July 21, 1931 in
Ogden, Utah. Ogden has been her home since she was 12 years old. During WWII
Fay proudly served on the local Ration Board. Fay was a born again Christian
and loved the Lord. She was a faithful and beloved member of the Valley View
Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters and a special niece, Molly
(Michael) McHoul, Bridget (Gordon) McArthur, and Jeannie (Briant) Richards.
Fay was preceded in death by her husband, Fred and a son Michael (Kathy) Gill.
Also surviving are grandchildren Bridget, Katie Ann, Jamie, Michael and
Michelle.A special thanks to Fay's daughter in law, Kathy Gill. Fay and her
family expresses appreciation to the following for their help and
support.Friends all: Arlene & Della, Krista Rose for the special care she p
rovided over the years, Applegate Homecare and Hospice. Special thanks to
Pastor Dave and Leah. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 25,
2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Valley View Baptist Church, 2712 North 400 East, North
Ogden, with Pastor Dave Duncan officiating. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m.
to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Memorial contributions can be made to
Valley View Baptist Church for special projects. Internment at Leavitt's
Aultorest Memorial Park. Send condolences to the family at
www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Lendall, Kenny James (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF KENNY JAMES LENDALLSept. 18, 1981 - Feb. 23, 2004 I has
been one long year since you have been gone. Some days only yesterday. Love
Always, Mom and Dad
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Manning, William Wayne
William Wayne Manning OGDEN - Our beloved father and grandfather William Wayne
Manning, 79, passed away Saturday, February 19, 2005 at McKay-Dee Hospital. He
was born November 9, 1925 in Evanston, Wyoming, a son of Jennie Eloise Fowles
and Wallace G. Manning. Wayne enjoyed playing sports in his younger years and
he played softball in his early adult years. He managed Little League Football
and enjoyed coaching soccer. He also loved to hunt, fish and camp out. He
served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He served aboard a destroyer in
the Pacific - (U.S.S. Hale DD642). It was the first warship to fire on the
Japanese mainland. He was involved in five major Pacific battles, among which
were Okinawa, Iwo Jima, Philippines, and Marianna's. He was also in the U.S.
Air Force and served in Korea. Our dad was a very courageous man who was very
loyal and devoted to his family and friends, and he will be greatly missed by
all of us. He was known for his quick wit, good humor and his ability to
relate countless fascinating stories of his varied experiences here and
abroad. Dad is survived by his children Viola M. Pinkston of Layton, Bill
Manning of Sunset, Gary L. (Debbie) Manning of Syracuse and Aric (Melony)
Manning of North Ogden. Also surviving are his loving grandchildren: Brian
(Cally) Mendoza, Alicia Mendoza, Daniel (Christie) Mendoza, Ashley Manning
(Albert) Perkins, Lance (Jenny) Manning, Brandi Manning, Brooke (Tony) Wilson,
BreeAnn Manning, Samantha Barnes, and Aspen Skye Manning,13
great-grandchildren, one brother David Gale (Annette) Manning of Bountiful and
Aunt Madge Griffin of Hooper. He was preceded in death by his parents and two
brothers, Charles LaNave and Wallace Jay Manning. Graveside services will be
held Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Hooper City Cemetery, 5290
So. 6300 W. where military honors will be accorded. Friends and family may
call Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. We wish to express our deep
appreciation for the diligent care and support that the staff at the McKay-Dee
Hospital rendered to our father; especially, Dr. Glen Biddulph for his
tireless and tender care throughout the recent years. We want to extend a
heartfelt thanks to his friend, Wilma Tracey, for helping to make his life
easier by her weekly visits. And a special thanks to Josephine Manning, his
brother Charles' wife, for the support and care she rendered whenever he would
call her for assistance. e-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005.

Marinez, Vernon Edwin
Vernon Edwin Martinez LAYTON - Our dearly beloved husband, father and
grandfather, Vernon E. Martinez, 74, passed away February 18, 2005 at his home
surrounded by his family. He was born October 1, 1931 in Marvel, Colorado, the
son of Jose and Eufemia Martinez. He married his sweetheart, Roberta Ruth
Benton, on July 6, 1956 in Butte, Montana. Vernon was a veteran of the Korean
War. After his honorable discharge he worked and retired from Hill Air Force
Base as a civil servant doing aircraft and maintenance repair. He loved the
outdoors and often went fishing and hunting. Vernon was loved by all. He loved
his wife, children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be
missed greatly by all who knew him. Surviving are his wife, Roberta; sons
Vernon and Joseph Martinez; daughters, Caroline Porter, Gerrie Thompson,
Yorlanda Santamaria, Miranda Rudolph, and Delilah Greetan; sisters, Virginia
Valdez, Josie Martinez and Dora Greer. He was preceded in death by his
parents, Jose and Eufemia Martinez; his brothers, Robert, Lee, Jimmie and
Freddie; and his sister, Celia Valencia. Mass of the Christian burial will be
held Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 9 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic
Church, 210 Chapel Street, Layton, with Monsignor Victor Bonnell. Friends and
family may call Wednesday, February 23, 2005 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with Prayer
Services beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No.
Fairfield Road. Interment, Lindquist's Layton Memorial Park where military
honors will be accorded. E-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/21/2005 - 2/23/2005.

Martinez, Richard
Richard William Martinez Richard William Martinez said his final farewell on
Feb. 11, 2005 in California. He was born Nov. 18, 1926 to Andrea White Vigil
Martinez and Ben Martinez and was raised by Grandpa and Grandma Martinez.
Richard had 10 sisters and five brothers. He is preceded in death by his
mother and father; three sisters, Martha Quintana, Betty Gallegos and Susie
Herrera; two brothers, Benny Martinez and Felix Martinez. Surviving are the
following siblings: Jennie Montoya, Clearfield; Val Martinez, California; Inez
Cota, Kathren Gallegos, Dorothy Sosa, Josephine Martinez, Rosie Martinez, all
of Ogden, UT; Maria Del Rio-Garcia, Alfonso Martinez and Author Martinez, all
of Layton. A memorial mass will be held on Feb. 24th at 6 p.m. for Richard at
St. Mary's Catholic Church at 2740 Pennsylvania Ave., Ogden.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Pech, Richard W.
Richard "Dick" W. Pech SOUTH OGDEN - A sadness was cast over our hearts with
the death on Sunday, February 20, 2005, of our husband, father, and
grandfather, Richard William Pech. He was a very loving, kind, and caring man.
He will be greatly missed. For nearly five years, he fought the devastation of
cancer with dignity and now is living his eternal reward in Heaven. Dick was
born February 14, 1937 in LeMars, Iowa to George and Ruth Marx Pech. On May 8,
1965 he married Sue White and they would have celebrated their 40th wedding
anniversary this year. To their marriage was born three children: David R.
Pech, Jacque A. Russo and Christopher M. Pech. He worked as a computer
engineer with Control Data Corporation for many years and was in management
for Control Data Corp, Bell Atlantic Corporation and Decision One. He retired
when he was diagnosed with cancer on April 1, 2000. Dick is survived by his
wife, Sue; his children, David (Gina) Pech, Jacque (John) Russo, and
Christopher (Ste phanie) Pech, eight grandchildren, Braydon, Madison, Isabella
and Braxton Pech, Mitch and Josh Russo, and Jackson and Rylee Pech, his
mother, Ruth Pech, his brothers Robert Pech and Randy Pech, and his two
sisters JoAnn Leek and Linda Cosden. He was preceded in death by his father,
George Pech and his father and mother-in-law, William and Bonnylin White. The
family would like to express thanks to all of the compassionate and devoted
caregivers that attended to his every need, including Dr. Leslye Ingersoll and
Dr. Wolfram Samlowski. Their love and attention will never be forgotten. All
of our many friends and family who cared for him so much, and who assisted him
during the course of his illness have been the source of our strength. A
celebration of his life will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden
Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Family and friends may call at the mortuary on
Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Interment,
Lindquist's Memorial Gar dens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to The Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake
City. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/22/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Robles Sr., Benito
HARRISVILLE - Benito Robles, Sr., 67, passed away Sunday, February 20, 2005 at
his home. He was born April 3, 1937 in Gregory, Texas to Guadalupe Robles and
Felicita Rojas. He married Olga Gutierrez in Corpus Christi, Texas; they later
divorced. He then married Elvira Longoria on June 23, 1963 in Corpus Christi,
Texas. Benito was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. He enjoyed billiards,
golfing, fishing and hunting. Surviving are his wife, Elvira L. Robles; one
daughter and three sons, Gracie Beltran, Benito (Cathy) Robles, Jr., Anthony
R. Robles, Roger Robles; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Also
surviving are three sisters, Dora (Malcolm) Redd, Lupita (Jesse) Carrizales,
and Mary Helen (Emmitt) Heath. He was preceded in death by his parents,
daughter Olga, and two brothers Manuel and Pilar. Mass of the Christian Burial
will be celebrated on Friday, February 25, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's
Catholic Church, 514 24th Street, Ogden . Friends may call at Myers Mortuary
in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd. on Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with a Rosary
Service at 7:30 p.m. Interment, Myers Evergreen Memorial Park. Send
condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.

Smith, Mary Jane
MORGAN - Mary Jane Smith, 94, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed peacefully from this
life in Ogden, Utah, on February 20, 2005. She was born September 28, 1910 in
Richville, Utah where she spent her happy youth with her parents William and
Mary Jane Carter Smith and her siblings. She attended schools in Morgan where
she graduated from Morgan High in 1928. She married her sweetheart Archie
Smith in the Salt Lake Temple on November 11, 1931. They made their home in
Morgan where they enjoyed rearing their six sons and daughter. She was always
supportive and encouraging of her posterity, finding her greatest joy in her
family. Mary was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints where she faithfully served in many different callings, encompassing
Relief Society President and her favorite was teaching Junior Sunday School
for 28 years, to those choice seven year olds as she helped pr epare them for
baptism. She also served in the Ogden Temple for ten years. Mary was active in
the Morgan DUP, Mount Joy Camp, 4-H Leader, PTA President, as well as Morgan
County Book club and in Senior Citizens. She was active in the Business and
Professional Women's Organization where she enjoyed a long and successful
career in the sales field, receiving many recognitions in this area. She
enjoyed cooking, sewing, traveling, vegetable and flower gardening, reading,
her scriptures and other good books. She was an avid participant in the Morgan
County Fair, where she was an exhibit building floor walker, and exhibitor of
many canning, sewing, flower and gardening entries, receiving many sweepstake
ribbons thought the years. Above all else, you could always find her
supporting her family, extended family and her friends and neighbors whenever
occasion would permit. You could really say that her family was the most
important thing in her life. She was proceeded in death by her sw eetheart,
Archie, her son A. Kent Smith, a baby son, lost in childbirth, two
grandchildren, two brothers Albert (Bert) and Frank E. Smith and a sister Lucy
S. Spong. Surviving children are Lyle W. (Rhea), Vaughn (Venna), Paul (Helen),
Gordon (the late Linda Lee), Lorin (Cleon), and Linda (Alan) Turner, 37
grandchildren, 86 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren,
daughter-in-laws, JoAnn Smith and Keren Smith (Dutch) Belnap. Funeral services
will be held Friday February 25, 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Morgan Stake Chapel.
Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary in Morgan, Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m.
and Friday at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, South Morgan
Cemetery. Email condolences at www.walker-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Syndergaard, Iris Black Sparks
3/22/1920 - 2/19/2005 KAYSVILLE - Iris Black Sparks Syndergaard died Saturday,
February 19, 2005 of natural causes. Iris was born March 22, 1920 in Blanding,
Utah to Chester Allen Black and Sara Clarissa Hancock Black. Soon thereafter
her family moved to Monticello, Utah where Iris was raised. She had an
adventurous spirit and as a young adult traveled to the eastern states to find
employment. She met a serviceman named Bruce Boyd Sparks and they were married
on April 5, 1942 in Florida. Iris decided to serve her country as well and
enlisted in the Women's Army Corps in May 1943. She had the opportunity to
work in the Pentagon while stationed at Fort Meyer, Virginia. Boyd was killed
March 17, 1945 in Germany. After her military service Iris returned to Utah
and on August 6, 1948 married Max Evan Syndergaard. Their marriage was later
solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. They moved to Kaysville in 1955 where they
raised their family. Max died January 27, 1974 . Iris served in many
capacities in the LDS Church and especially enjoyed working in the scouting
program. She was frequently called upon to utilize her talent and wit to write
scripts for ward road shows. Her last few years before retirement were spent
working in the Salt Lake Temple. Iris had a great love for books and said she
was never bored as long as she had something to read. She was a gifted writer
and her column entitled Day by Day was featured in the Ogden Standard Examiner
three times a week for over ten years. She also wrote for the Davis County
Clipper and the Weekly Reflex newspapers. Iris had numerous articles and
stories published in various national magazines and in LDS Church
publications. She entered and won many writing contests. She was often invited
to speak at conventions and workshops on the subject of writing humor. She
previously served as president of the Ogden Chapter of the National Pen
Women's organization. Iris had a tremendous sense of humor and kept lif ting
our spirits with laughter until her final hours. Iris is survived by three
children: David (Jennifer) Syndergaard, Colorado Springs, Janet (Scott)
Steele, Kaysville, Pamela Ashauer, Woods Cross, twelve grandchildren, and five
great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Irene Wrigley of
Smithfield. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, infant daughter Iris
Karen, sisters Naomi, Millie, Jean and Florence, and brothers Roy and William
Jay. The family wishes to express their thanks to the staff of Vista Care
Hospice and Lakeview Hospital Transitional Care Unit for their care and
concern. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 11 a.m.
at Kaysville 7th Ward Chapel, 350 S. 50 W. Friends and family may call Friday
from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 No. Main and
Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Kaysville City
Cemetery. e-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Tuck Jr., Gordon Elmo
Gordon Elmo Tuck Jr.OGDEN - Our loving Father, grandfather, uncle, brother,
and friend passed away February 18, 2005 after a lengthy and courageous battle
with kidney disease. Dad was born in Ogden April 19, 1944 at the old Dee
Hospital, the first son of twelve children born to Gordon and Alice Tuck. He
graduated from Ogden High School. He managed Henny's Service Gas Station on
21st and Washington Boulevard for 15 years and spent ten years in California
as a wind turbine technician. His remaining years were spent with his beloved
kids and grandkids. There was nothing sweeter in life for dad than sitting
with his grandkids and watching their smiles. He had a great love for life and
enjoyed boating, fishing and camping. Dad had a vast knowledge of many trades.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends to include his loving son
Chad (Brooke) of Ogden and their kids Skyla, Kade, Shaylee, and Gage; also by
his loving daughter Tami (Jayce) Lewis and their kids Mykell and Kiya. Gr
aveside services under the direction of Leavitt's Mortuary will be held
Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Liberty Cemetery. A viewing
will be held Friday, February 25, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Leavitt's
Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
the Gordon E. Tuck memorial fund at any America First Credit Union. Send
condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/23/2005.