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Alsup, Patricia
Patricia Andrew Alsup NORTH OGDEN - Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother, returned to live with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday,
March 23, 2005 after a lingering illness and complications of a stroke.
Patricia was born June 27, 1942 in Ogden, Utah to Ellen Caroline Miller and
Walter France Andrew, who was later killed in World War II. She was raised by
her mother and stepfather Fred Whitney Andrew. On May 31, 1958 she married the
love of her life, Daniel Dennis Alsup. They were sealed in the Salt Lake LDS
Temple on April 7, 1959. Patricia enjoyed doing genealogy, cooking, and
dancing, as well as many other talents and hobbies. She is survived by her
loving husband, four children, Dorothy (Richard) Kress, Sherril (Derek)
Nelson, Laurel Stubbs and Dr. Daniel (Heidi) Alsup, nine grandchildren and one
great-grandchild. Also surviving is one sister, Kathy (Kingston) West. She was
preceded in death by her mother, father, stepfather, one brother, one
granddaugh ter and one great-grandson. She was a very loving and devoted wife,
mother, sister and grandmother. We love her deeply and she will be greatly
missed. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the North Ogden
13th Ward Chapel, 950 East 2850 North. Friends may call at Lindquist's North
Ogden Mortuary, 2140 North Washington Blvd., on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and
Wednesday at the Ward Chapel 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, North Ogden
Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 3/27/2005 - 3/29/2005.

Burton, Kenneth Taylor
OGDEN - Kenneth Taylor Burton, died Saturday, March 26, 2005 at the age of 91.
Ken was born September 14, 1913, in Ogden, Utah, to Louis Raymond and Birdie
Taylor Burton. He was the second in the family of five sons. He grew up in the
Ogden area and married Elizabeth Tonks on June 12, 1937. She preceded him in
death on June 24, 2002. Their marriage was solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple
on November 4, 1960. He was a man of many varied interests and hobbies. He
started work at the Ogden Dental Laboratory at the age of 15 working there for
50 years and retiring at age 65. He started golfing in his teens shooting his
last round at the age of 89, priding himself that some years he played at
least once each month, even in the winter months. He enjoyed gardening, making
jewelry for family members, fishing and hunting, and dining at Javier's. Ken
was an active member of the Kingston Ward. He served for many years in the
Sunday School at the Ogden Industrial S chool. Ken was the ultimate neighbor,
seeking to help without ever being asked. In the early 1930's he learned to
fly, soloing on skis at the old Ogden Airport. He is survived by his three
children, Jenee Garr, Kenneth R. (Susan) and Bonnie (Randy) Galbraith, 17
grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his,
parents and brothers. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., with Kenneth W. Burton,
officiating. Friends and family may call at the mortuary on Tuesday from 6 to
8 p.m. and Wednesday one hour prior to the service. Interment, Lindquist's
Washington Heights Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
the Primary Children's Hospital. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 3/28/2005 - 3/30/2005.


Conroy, John (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY John Edward Conroy March 29, 1937 - January 24, 1995 Ten
Years Ago By: Kari Conroy Ten years ago little did we know that God was going
to call your name.In life we loved you dearly, even though you have passed
away we still feel the same.When days are sad and lonely, and everything goes
wrong.We seem to hear your whisper, "Cheer up and carry on."Oh, how we miss
your hearty laugh, your beautiful smile and loving embrace.When God made you
he broke the mold, a friend to everyone no one will ever take your place. You
left a legacy of beautiful things;You gave your children values and strength
to fly with their own wings.A Grandpa who loved to spoil and tease.We would
get anything we wanted we just had to say please.When you were young you met
your beautiful wife.You were the dad to seven children and had a wonderful
life.Through the footsteps you've left and the hearts that you've touched.So
many cherished memories, we all miss and love you so much! Happy Birthday! We
miss and l ove you Love, Your Family
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Faldalen, Ole John
Ole John Faldalen, age 85, of Crosby, North Dakota passed away on Friday,
March 25, 2005 at Mercy Medical Center in Williston. Ole was born on August
11, 1919 to Selma (Steen) and Olaf Faldalen, on the family farm south of
Ambrose. He was the first of six children. He completed eighth grade at
country school. He enlisted in the U.S. Army serving from May 9, 1941 until
September 22, 1945 during World War II. He was wounded while serving his
Pacific tour of duty earning a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. He had been
stationed at Ogden, Utah where he met and married Audrey Bateman. Together
they had nine children, six of whom survive. There are many others who
considered him to be their dad. Ole was baptized and confirmed a member of the
Lutheran Church and later the LDS church. Ole had a strong work ethic and
moral character that he instilled in his children. He didn't work just because
he had to, he wanted to. Among his many jobs were civil service work,
custodian, seismic surveyor, orderly, maintenance supervisor and meal
assistant at the Crosby Good Samaritan Center and at one time owned with his
wife The Dakota Theatre and the Berg Hotel. He was a hard working, coworker of
many. Ole enjoyed fishing, woodworking, playing and listening to music and was
a terrific gardener. His favorite pastime was watching people, visiting and
telling stories with people of all ages. He had a great love for children and
so very enjoyed having little ones around. He was preceded in death by his
parents; brothers, George and Severin; daughter Helen; and sons, Christian and
Steven. Ole is survived by his wife of 60 years, Audrey; sons, David (Bev) of
Green Valley, AZ, John (Carolyn) of Hooper, UT, Bill (Donna) of Burien, WA,
Rocky (Penny) of Winner, SD; daughters, Deb (Gary) of Crosby, ND, and Laurie
Ann (Richard) of Estevan, SK, Canada. Also 15 grandchildren and 11
great-grandchildren; brothers, Sidney of Noonan, ND, Oscar (Betty) of Yukon,
OK; sister Eunice Carlst ad of Chester, MT; and many nieces, nephews, cousins
and in-laws. Funeral services were held March 28, 2005 in Ambrose, North
Dakota. Burial with Military Honors by William Perry Makee American Legion
Post #75 was at Concordia City Cemetery in Crosby.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Gunn, Vera E.
MODESTO, Calif. - Vera Eccles Gunn, 87, died Sunday, March 20, 2005 in
Modesto, California. She was born September 19, 1917 in Ogden, a daughter of
Stewart and Elvera Nelson Eccles. In 1954, Vera married Robert Campbell Gunn
in Oakland, California. Robert preceded her in death on December 17, 1979. She
was raised and educated in Ogden graduating from Ogden High School. Vera was a
member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She was proficient in every kind of
craft and homemaking skill. She also enjoyed music. Surviving are three
daughters, Marilee Calloway, Gardnerville, NV; Patricia Scott (Louis) Putney,
Riverbank, CA; Kathleen Gunn, Redding, CA; 14 grandchildren, 10
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are four
sisters, Betty Jardine, Roy; Jeanette Eccles, West Covina, CA; Olivia Wolf,
Mantica, CA; Charlene Terkleson, Ogden. Vera was preceded in death by her
husband and one sister Patricia Thurgood. Graveside services will be held
Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500
Washington Blvd. Friends may call at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408
Washington Blvd., on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Email condolences to the family
at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Holmes, Ralph G.
Ralph G. Holmes, age 87, passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 27th, of causes
incident to age. He chose Easter Sunday to pass through the veil. He was born
October 17, 1917 in Wilson Lane, to Gideon and Lenora Holmes. Ralph was raised
in Harper and graduated from Box Elder High School. He was an Eagle Scout. On
November 21, 1939, Ralph married Maxine Orme in the Logan Temple. He served in
the Army during World War II, and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Ralph
loved the outdoors and enjoyed many hunting and fishing trips with his
brothers and grandsons. He was an avid bowler and golfer. He was a member of
the L.D.S. Church and served in many callings. He is survived by his wife
Maxine, five daughters, Sherlene Wood, Barbara Blackwood, Georgia (Lee)
Warren, Irene (Rod) Genta, and Lorraine Martinez; 16 grandchildren, 28
great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived
by his brother Lloyd Holmes and three sisters, Joyce Johnson, Karma Wood, and
Nora Rasmussen. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 1, at 11 a.m. at
Lindquist's Clearfield Mortuary, 1050 South State Street. Friends and family
may call Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 to 10:45 at the
mortuary. Interment, Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road, South
Ogden. Special thanks to Harmony Hospice, especially Bonnie and Nancy for
their loving care and concern for our Dad. e-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 3/29/2005 - 3/30/2005.

Parker, Eugene
Eugene Dale (Mike) Parker WASHINGTON TERRACE, 89, died at his home Saturday,
March 26, 2005 of causes incident to age. He was born April 9, 1915 in
Riverdale, Utah, a son of Edwin B. and Ella Elmer Parker. He was raised in
Riverdale and spent his growing up years helping on the family farm with his
father and brother. He attended school in Weber County and graduated from
Weber High School. Mike married Faye Adams on December 27, 1941 in Malad,
Idaho. Their marriage was later solemnized on June 17, 1946 in the Salt Lake
LDS Temple. They were married 63 years. Mike was a member of the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a High Priest and had been a Ward
Teacher. He loved his family, as well as his father and mother-in-law, Hazen
and Sylvie Adams. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He loved his
country and served proudly. Mike worked 30 years at the Defense Depot Ogden as
a supervisor. He was well liked by his fellow employees. S urviving are his
wife of Washington Terrace, one daughter, Carol (David) McFarland, Roy; and
one grandson, Michael (Catherine) McFarland, Roy. He is preceded in death by
one daughter, Ella Jean, his parents, and the rest of his 10 brothers and
sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Friends may call at the
mortuary on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10 to
10:45 a.m. Interment, Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park. Send condolences to
the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 3/29/2005 - 3/30/2005.

Sessions, Elzo
OGDEN - Elzo Weston Sessions, age 95, passed away early Easter morning, March
27, 2005, in Brigham City, Utah. He was born January 17, 1910 in Milo, Idaho,
a son of Roy Sessions and Chloe Welker Sessions. He married Doris Annie Evans,
October 17, 1927. The marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple. She
passed away July 17, 1976. He is survived by their three children; Burdeen
(Claire) Bailey, Brigham City, UT; Ray (Gayla) Sessions, Boulder, Colorado;
and DeVon (Connie) Sessions, Tremonton, Utah. He has ten grandchildren and 33
great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Verba Colby, and two
brothers, Chester (Naomi) Sessions, Ronald (Linda) Sessions, and a
sister-in-law. Afton Koford, and many special nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by his wife Doris, his parents, three brothers and two
sisters. He married Berniece G. Erickson June 7, 1977. She survives him as do
her three children; Bruce (Beverly) Erickson, Boyce (Pat) Erickson, and Nad
ine (Richard) Tribe, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In his early
years Dad worked farming. He worked as a carpenter and later worked at DDO in
Ogden, Utah. He loved to build things for his family and friends and enjoyed
working in his yard. His greatest joy was being with his family. He enjoyed
fishing, bowling, traveling, visiting his friends, and being of services to
others. He loved to sing and remembered the old song from his youth. He was an
active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all his life.
He served in Priesthood Leadership, Scouting, and was a Temple Worker at the
Ogden Temple. Dad had a great sense of humor and everyone that knew him, loved
him. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Funeral services will be
Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel, 205 S. 100
E., Brigham City, Utah. Friends may call on Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
and on Thursday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the Mortuary. Interment will be in
the Bothwell Cemetery. Send condolences to the family at
www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Sorensen, Mary (Memoriam)
IN MEMORY OF MARY A. SORENSEN March 29, 1937 - March 29, 2002 Happy Birthday
Mom. You brought so much goodness and beauty into the world. Your
thoughtfulness, kindness and sweet loving heart, warmed all that had the
opportunity to know you. We love and miss you.Your loving family.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Stallings, Margaret G.
EDEN - Margaret Grow Stallings, 83, our angel mother, died at home on Easter
Sunday, March 27, 2005, of causes incident to age. She devoted her entire life
to caring for her husband and family, especially her son George. She was born
September 12, 1921 in Huntsville, a daughter of Charles Isaac and Adelia
Abbott Grow, and was reared in Huntsville with her four older brothers. She
graduated from Weber High and Weber Seminary. As a teenager she worked in the
tomato factory in North Ogden. She also worked as a telephone operator in
Huntsville and then in Dr. Dumke's office after graduation. Margaret married
Lowell Stallings in 1944 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They made their home in
Eden where together they built a registered Holstein dairy farm of 70 cows.
Even though she never felt like she was a farm girl at heart, she drove flat
bed trucks for hay haulers and then cooked dinner for the crew. She was always
feeding someone. Lowell died January 11, 2005. She was an active member of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Eden 1st Ward and served many
years in the Primary and Relief Society. She enjoyed doing family genealogy
and extraction work. Margaret loved music, especially playing hymns on the
piano. She had a lot of energy and was the first to have her laundry out on
the clothes line on wash day. She was a member of the Daughters of Utah
Pioneers. She crocheted many beautiful tablecloths and was also an avid
reader. Surviving are her children: George Stallings, Eden; Jan (Richard)
Wight, Ogden; Sharon (Brad) Vause, Eden; Sandra (Dave) Jenkins, Eden; 15
grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers,
Dale Grow, Ogden; and Douglas (Beatrice) Grow, San Clemente, CA. The family
would like to thank Seini Moeaki and IHC Hospice for their loving care.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Eden/Huntsville
Stake Center, 6450 East 1900 North. Friends may call at Lindquist's Ogden Mort
uary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday at the
Stake Center 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Eden Mountain View Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund.
Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 3/29/2005 - 3/30/2005.

Stayton, Betty Ann
1928 - 2005 Betty Ann Stayton passed away March 27, 2005 at her home in West
Valley City, Utah. She was born December 6, 1928 in Grand Junction, Colorado
to "Ernie" and Nellie Wolfe. She married and divorced Ray Haning, and later
married Floyd Stayton. Betty is survived by her loving husband: Floyd,
children: Rayleen (Paul) Gosnell, Elaine (Mark) Binning, George (Debbie)
Stayton, DeVon (Vickie) Haning and Melissa (Tom) Larsen, brothers: Herman
(Betty) Wolfe, William (Erna) Wolfe, sisters: Nelda Park, Dora (Doc) Bowers,
27 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, and a much loved extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Reuben Ernest and Nellie Elizabeth
Wolfe, sister: Geraldine Faye Swasey, brother-in-law: Fred Park, nieces: Susan
Park and Terrie Wolfe, son: Ray Dean Haning, and great-granddaughter: Kylie
Rae Johnson. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 12:00
noon at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The fa mily
will receive friends at a viewing Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Valley
View Funeral Home, and from 10:45 a.m. until 11:45 a.m., prior to the service
on Wednesday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. The family would like to
thank Harmony Home and Vista Care Hospice for their loving care and support.
With a special thanks to Christy and Martha.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Thomas, Darrell
MALAD, Idaho - Darrell Thomas, 75, of Malad, passed away on Friday, March 25.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 12 noon in the
Horsley Funeral Home, 132 W. 300 N., Malad. Friends may call at the funeral
home Tuesday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. and on Wednesday prior to services from
10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Burial will follow in the Malad City Cemetery.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.

Winget, Viola LaRue Facer
LAS VEGAS, Nevada - Viola LaRue Facer Winget, 60, our beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, sister and aunt passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 23,
2005 at her home in Las Vegas. LaRue was born on November 16, 1944 in Malad,
Idaho, the first child of Mattie Earl and Evan Facer. LaRue traveled the world
with her parents and family. She graduated from Ben Lomond High School. She
married Charles Sherwood later divorced, from that marriage she had a
beautiful daughter. She married Larry Phillips later divorced, from that
marriage she had a wonderful son. She married Doug Winget, her soul mate and
best friend on June 18, 1977. They worked together at Fram before moving to
Las Vegas. LaRue loved to camp and fish. She loved to cook, do crafts and
crochet. She loved clowns and had collected over 500 of them. She loved to
sing and had a beautiful voice. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. At the time of her death she worked for Wal-Mart and had
many friends. LaRue is survived by her husband Doug Winget, Las Vegas, Nevada;
one daughter Sherrie (Ken) Pribble, Las Vegas, Nevada; one son Eric Larry
Phillips, Las Vegas; two stepsons Robert (Stephanie) Winget and Douglas
Robinett; 13 grandchildren; and one great granddaughter due in July. She is
also survived by two sisters Lorraine (Mike) Bowen, Hyde Park, UT; Pam (Mark)
Randall, Ogden, UT; and two brothers Terry (Kathy) Facer, West Valley, UT; and
Larry (Verna) Facer, Ogden. She was preceded in death by her parents and one
brother Charles Earl Facer. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March
31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 Washington
Blvd., where family and friends may call that morning from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Interment, Myers Evergreen Memorial Park in Ogden. Send condolences to family
at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 3/29/2005.