OBITS: Standard-Examiner 26 Feb 2005; Ogden, Weber co., Utah

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Bragonje, Albert H.
Albert H Bragonje "Bert"Albert H Bragonje, 95, passed away February 21, 2005.
Born January 20, 1910 in Odgen, Utah. He attended Ogden City Schools and Weber
College. He was preceded in death by his parents Jenny Tingen Bragonje and
Albertus Bragonje, sisters Henrietta and Alice, and brothers John and Harold.
Bert married Cecile Jane Wheeler on September 3, 1940. He is survived by his
wife of 64 years, Cecile, daughter Claudia (Gary) Thompson of Hurricane, UT,
Nancy (Brent) Larsen of Foster City, CA and Louise Hulet of Tooele, UT, his
brother Earl of College Park, MD. He is also survived by seven grandchildren
Eric (Candice) Mitchell and Crystal (Charlie) Mitchell, Sasha, Christian, and
Miranda Larsen, Samuel (Krystle) Hulet and Rena (Dusty) Griffith. He also has
two great-grandsons, Kaleb Samuel Hulet and Xander Eugene Mitchell. Bert was a
Lapidary instructor at the Heritage Senior Center in Clearfield, UT and at the
Golden Years Center in Bountiful, UT. He was a silversmith instru ctor at the
Golden Hours Center in Odgen, UT. In addition he was a guide at the Natural
History Museum in the Union Station in Odgen, UT. He was a member of the
following organizations: The International Wood Collector Society; The
National Rifle Association; The Golden Spike Gem and Mineral Society; The
Browning Collectors Association. He was a passed member of the Albany Oregon
Kiwanis Club and had been a charter member of the Albany Oregon Toast Masters
Club. While Bert was a member of the Browning Collectors Association, he
obtained the financing from the association and supervised the placing of a
monument to the world-renowned firearm inventor John M. Browning in his
hometown of Ogden, UT. Bert has chosen cremation with no service or flowers.
Please make donations in the name of Albert H. Bragonje to Primary Children's
Hospital. Friends may visit family, at the Bragonje home, Saturday February
26th between 2 and 6 p.m.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/25/2005 - 2/26/2005.

Carver, Helen Claire (Berrett)
Helen Claire Berrett Halford Carver OGDEN - Helen was born May 25, 1925 to
William H. Berrett and Josephine Langavin Berrett. She was one of four
children, born and raised in North Ogden. She graduated from Weber High
School. She married Ken Halford. They were later divorced. She married William
E. Carver in Las Vegas, Nevada, their marriage was later solemnized in the
Salt Lake City Temple. They were later divorced. She worked for Mountain Bell
for 35 years before she retired. She loved her job and was very devoted to
what she called Ma Bell. She loved gardening, it gave her great pleasure
working in her yard and making things grow. Beautiful roses are what she loved
the most. She was most often found (playing) in her yard. She was a volunteer
at the once St. Benedict's Hospital for 8 years where she enjoyed meeting
people. She was part of a ladies group from North Ogden. These women meant the
world to her, they were all friends from high school and continued their
friendship fo r all these years. To those ladies, please know she loved each
and everyone of you. Your yearly get-togethers were something she always
looked forward to. Thank you for your friendship. Helen is survived by three
daughters and two sons, Mary Jenkins, Connie (Terry) Sexton, Susan (Mike)
Penrod, William (Luann) Carver, Lewis (Vicki) Carver, 16 grandchildren and 13
great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one brother, Ron (Helen) Berrett.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, William and Spencer
and one grandchild, Lance Carver. Thanks to Gentiva Home Care, Alpine Hospice,
IHC Hospice. Thank you Polly and The Garden's staff. Your help will always be
remembered. Mom, may you have sunshine wherever you go, and may there be many
roses for you to tend. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 1,
2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Ogden City Cemetery, 20th & Madison Avenue, Ogden.
Family and friends may call at Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., Ogden on
Monday, F ebruary 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.

Castle, Evelyn LaVon
OGDEN - Evelyn LaVon Castle, 82, passed away at McKay Dee Hospital on
Wednesday, February 23, 2005. Evelyn was born January 31, 1923 in Salt Lake
City, UT to Ernest and Beatrice (Jorgensen) Stone. On October 3, 1943 she
married Wayne H. Castle in Los Angeles, California. They were sealed in the
Swiss Temple in 1966. Evelyn and her husband lived in many areas of the world
including California, Virginia, Hawaii, Utah, the Middle East, Europe and
Japan. She was a member of the LDS Church, Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, and
also several Navy Wives Clubs. She was a collector of many wonderful things,
enjoyed genealogy, needlework, reading and giving to her family. Evelyn is
survived by her loving husband, Wayne H. Castle of Ogden; two sons, David B.
(Susann) Castle and Larry A. (Sara) Castle both of Ogden; one daughter,
Margaret (Howard) Clayton of Ogden; a daughter in law, Sue Castle of Los
Cruces, NM; a brother, Ernest Stone and two sisters, Mildred Thompson a nd
Linda Comstock all of California; 14 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her son, Wayne H. Castle III; a sister, Verlie
McMannus and a brother, Robert Stone. Funeral services will be held on Monday
February 28, 2005 at The Memorial Park Ward, 3680 Eccles Avenue, at 11 a.m.
Family and friends may call from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the ward. In lieu of
flowers please make donations to the American Diabetes Society or the American
Heart Association. Cremation under the direction of Aaron's Mortuary &
Crematory, 1600 Washington Blvd. Condolences may be extended to the family at
aarons@relia.net.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.

Collins, William
OGDEN - William "Bill" Lawrence Collins, 82, died Wednesday, February 23, 2005
at his home. He was born July 1, 1922 in Ogden, Utah, the first child of
Lawrence and Vivian Violet Anderson Collins. Bill attended Ogden City Schools,
and graduated in 1940 from Ogden High School. Following one year at Weber
State College, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served two years during World
War II in the South Pacific. On November 1, 1944, while on military leave, he
married Donna Hazen, his childhood sweetheart, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
After his military discharge, Bill and Donna settled in Ogden, where he worked
as an elevator mechanic for Otis Elevator Company. In 1948, Bill lost a leg in
an elevator accident. Following a long recovery, he returned to college and
completed his education. He then began a 37 year career for the Utah State
Industrial Commission as Chief Elevator Inspector. Bill helped found the
National Association of Elevator Safety Authorities (NAESA) , and served for
two terms as its president. He was a member of the Lion's Club for many years.
Bill had a sweet and pleasant disposition and enjoyed many friends. He loved
spending time with his family. Bear Lake vacations, water skiing trips, and
spending summer evenings at the family cabin were among his favorite family
activities. Bill took great pride in caring for his cars, home and other
possessions. Bill loved the gospel and was always active in The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His church callings included Stake High
Councilor, Stake Missionary, Bishop's counselor, Ward Clerk and name
extractor. He served as Bishop of the Ogden 34th Ward from 1967-1973. Bill's
endurance, perseverance and faith inspired many. He always anticipated the
resurrection when his body will be restored to its "proper and perfect frame."
Bill is survived by his wife, Donna, three sons, Robert (Rolayne), Kent
(Connie), Richard (Connie), and one daughter, Carol. He was blessed with six
gr andsons, six granddaughters and one great-granddaughter. He loved each of
his descendants dearly. He is also survived by his sister, Norma Ritchie, and
his brother, Glen S. Collins. A special thanks is extended to those who were
so supportive during Bill's illness. The IHC Hospice staff members were
supportive, kind and professional. Their work is particularly appreciated.
Funeral services will be held Monday, February 28 at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's
Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Family and friends may call at the
mortuary on Sunday, February 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Monday 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 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.

Kowaluk, Bruce Burton
OGDEN - Bruce Burton Kowaluk, age 69, passed away on February 24, 2005. He was
born June 7, 1935 in Mile City, Montana, son of William and Elizabeth Haskins
Kowaluk. On April 17, 1958 he married Chloan Summers in the Logan Temple. They
later divorced. Bruce was employed as a computer programmer at Defense Depot
Ogden. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by his three daughters, Lisa
(Kurt) Child, North Ogden, Christine (Michael) CorCoran, Phoenix, AZ,
Shaunette (Rich) Lewis, Eden, UT, a special friend, Mike Anderson and his
children. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, brothers and sisters,
Bertha Beatrice Peterson, Francis Mareta Eaton, Beulah Adamich, William Vance
Kelley, Karen Rae Vasseur, Barbara Gail Hudson. He was preceded in death by
his parents, sisters, Mary Louise Nelson and Virginia Keough and one brothers,
Larry Sherin. Special thanks to McKay-Dee Hospital and Manor Care. Funeral
services will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Myers Mortuary,
845 Washington Blvd., Ogden where family and friends may call on Monday from 6
to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 12 to 12:45 p.m. Interment, Myers Evergreen
Memorial Park. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.

Larocco, Alvin B. (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALVIN B. LAROCCO MAY 22, 1926 - FEBRUARY 26, 2004 A year
has come and gone and we still struggle to go on. We hope you know how much we
ALL Love and Miss you Everyday. We are so lost without you; you have always
been our strength. You were there for us whenever we needed you. I don't think
we ever made a decision without asking your advice and you were there to help
us. . . you would always sacrifice. You were always so unselfish and gave us
your unconditional love and support. We can Never Thank You enough for being
the best Husband, Father, and Grandfather a family could ever ask for. Now we
cherish all our memories of our Special times with you. We will always miss
your strength, guidance, and the comfort of you presence. We know you are
always with us, we can always feel you there and we are thankful we have a
guardian angel. . .in fact we have a Pair. All Our Love Forever Your Loving
Family
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/26/2005.

Roberts, Elizabeth Rich
OGDEN - Elizabeth Rich "Beth" Roberts, 86, died Thursday, February 24, 2005 in
Ogden, Utah, following a brief illness. She was born January 16, 1919 in
Morgan, Utah, the daughter of George Raymond Rich and Luella Neuberger Rich.
She married Donald Roberts in Morgan on July 2, 1937. Their marriage was later
solemnized in the Ogden LDS Temple. Beth was retired from Hill Air Force Base
after many years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints and served faithfully. She had returned to Ogden after living in Mesa,
Arizona for a number of years to be near the family. Beth will be remembered
lovingly as a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She is
survived by her son, Robert, Mesa, Arizona, sister, Pauline Nicholas, one
granddaughter, Roberta Crawley, Gilbert, Arizona, and four
great-grandchildren, Spencer, Jessie, Amanda, and Hannah Crawley. Services
will be held Monday, February 28, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary,
836 36th Street, Ogden, Utah. Family and friends may call Sunday, February 27,
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 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.

Schimmelpfennig, Dale
Dale Schimmelpfennig PLEASANT VIEW - Everybody who knew Dale Schimmelpfennig
loved him. He always thought of others first and gave from his heart. Dale was
born June 18, 1921 in Sigourney, Iowa. His parents were George and Pauline
Schimmelpfennig. Dale served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. He
attended Seattle University and earned his Masters Degree at Utah State
University. He was Finance Director of Cache County School District and Weber
School District. He also worked for Ellerbe's Architectural Firm in Minnesota
and the Utah State Board of Education. Dale Married Dorothy Jenson in Logan in
1949 and sealed in the LDS Logan Temple. They reared their sons in Logan and
Bountiful and were presently living in Pleasant View, Utah. Dale died suddenly
at home on February 24, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sons
Howard, Scott and Glen, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Family and friends may call at Myers Mortuary on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m.
Interment, Brigham City Cemetery. Send condolences to family at
www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/26/2005 - 2/27/2005.