OBITS: Deseret News 5 Nov 2004; Salt Lake City, Salt Lake co., Utah submitted by W. David Samuelsen *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ut/utfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Deseret News http://www.desnews.com Anderson, Lila R. Lila R. Anderson 1919 ~ 2004 GLENDALE/RICHFIELD, Utah Lila Reese Anderson, 84, passed away November 2, 2004 in Richfield, Utah. Born, November 29, 1919 in Mt. Carmel, Utah to John Henry and Susanna Louise Kellar Reese. Married, John Dallas Anderson on July 19, 1936 in Mt. Carmel, sealed St. George LDS Temple July 31, 1948. He died June 24, 1999. Survived by son, Eugene Dallas (Olga) Anderson; daughter, Bonnie (Phil) Nay; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Clarence (Joyce) Spencer; daughters-in-law, Ilene Deamer and Sharlene Rowley; brothers and sisters, Kathleen Brinkerhoff, Helen Jensen, Ruby Swapp, Nada (Elvon) Spencer, Annabelle Brinkerhoff, Clinton (Melba) Reese, Laurence (Eleanor) Reese; and Mona Fullmer. Preceded in death husband; parents; children, Vaughn Reese Anderson, Neil John Anderson, Collene Spencer, and infant twin sons; sister, Elizabeth Anderson and brother, John H. Reese; one grandson, Edward Lee Anderson. Funeral services, Monday, Nov. 8, 2004 at 1 p.m in Glendale LDS Ward Chapel. Viewing at the church in Glendale Monday 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Burial, Glendale Cemetery. Funeral directors, Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary, Richfield, Ut. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Bell, Cleone Buchanan Cleone Buchanan Bell 1904 ~ 2004 After a long life of service to her family, her Heavenly Father and her fellowmen, Cleone passed away on November 2, 2004, at the age of 100. She was a gentle and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Born August 3, 1904 in Venice, Utah to Archibald W. and Mary Peterson Buchanan, the youngest of eight children. Married Rodney T. Bell in the Manti LDS Temple June 5, 1925. They were blessed with two children, Virla and Don Rodney. Cleone was a skilled seamstress. Her hands were often busy knitting, crocheting, netting, crewel embroidering, quilting or hooking rugs. The home she created was beautiful and filled with love for her family. She loved the Savior and served in many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Visiting Teacher, Primary and MIA Teacher, many years in the Relief Society as president, Counselor and Teacher. She was proud of her pioneer heritage and enjoyed her membership in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Though her body brought much pain in her final years, her mind and sense of humor remained keen. She lived in Twin Falls, Idaho from 1932-1995, when she moved to Salt Lake City to make her home with her daughter and son-in-law, Virla and Harley Busby; grandchildren Janis Hill (Cary), Amy Dellenbach (David), Linda Bailey (Phil); great-grandchildren Ryan, Casey and Heather Hill; Richard, Andrew and Michael Dellenbach; Parker, Jeremy and Kathryn Bailey and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. at the Holladay 10th Ward, 4601 S. 2565 E. where family and friends may call an hour prior to services. Interment to take place in the Sunset Memorial Cemetery, Twin Falls, ID. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Benson, Winston Lowell Winston LowellBenson 1909 ~ 2004 Our loving father, husband, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, Winston Lowell Benson, passed away peacefully, at age 95, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004 at his home in Salt Lake City, Utah of causes incident to age. Born October 25, 1909 in Moreland, Idaho to Hans Andrew and Ida England Benson. He attended schools in Moreland, Ricks College and the University of Idaho. He married Cloris Butler in the Logan Temple September 12, 1934. The have five children, 20 grandchildren and 40 (and still counting) great-grandchildren. Winston had several different careers during his life. First he was an educator and taught school for 12 years throughout Southeastern Idaho. His second was in the insurance industry as a representative of Beneficial Life Insurance for 19 years, serving many clients and friends in Southeastern Idaho. For a short time, he was an entrepreneur as the owner and operator of Benson Book and Music in Blackfoot. He followed these with 12 years as Probate Judge for Bingham County and five years in Boise as the Courts Coordinator for the State of Idaho. Winston was also active in civic and religious organizations throughout his life. He was a member of the Lions and Kiwanis Clubs, served on the school board, PTA and National Council of Juvenile Court Judges. He served in many various church callings including stake clerk, high council and as Bishop of the Blackfoot 4th Ward of the LDS Church. He was an officiator in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple and served two missions with his wife for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lansing, Michigan from 1976-77 and in the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah from 1991-92. Music was in his blood throughout his life. He organized and played in many dance bands including his own Benson Family Band and played for innumerable weddings, church and community dances, and other activities. He wrote music and published special songs for his and each of his children's weddings, his parents' and his own Golden Wedding anniversaries. One of these songs was even performed by Lawrence Welk, on his TV show. In 1992, Winston and Cloris moved to Salt Lake City, Utah to be closer to family members. In their later years they spent their winters in the St. George, Utah area and developed many friendships at the Templeview RV Park where they helped organize and participated in chorus and musical activities there. Winston will be missed by all who knew him. He touched the lives of everyone he met. He is survived by his wife, Cloris; sons, L. Jay (Sharon), Salt Lake City, and Jerry (Calleen), New Milford, Connecticut; brothers, Stanton (Marion), Salt Lake City; Noel (Pat) Blackfoot, ID; sister, Laura Taylor, Idaho Falls, ID. He was preceded in death by his sons, Bryce and Lowell; daughter, Kaye. Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 5, 2004, 2:00 p.m. at the Taylors Grove Ward, 4845 S. Woodhaven, Taylorsville, UT where a viewing will be held 1-1:45 p.m. prior to service. Another funeral service will be held Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004, 2:00 p.m. at the Blackfoot 4th and 11th Wards, 520 North Shilling, Blackfoot, Idaho where a viewing will be held, 1-1:45 p.m. prior to the service. Interment, Moreland Cemetery, Moreland, Idaho. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Christensen, Joe L. Joe L Christensen 1947 ~ 2004 GUNNISON, UTAH - Devoted citizen, father, husband and brother, Joe L Christensen, age 57, left this life on November 2, 2004, at his home in Gunnison, following a valiant struggle with the realities of this life. He was the third child of Peter Loyal and Hazel Nelson Christensen, born March 25, 1947 in Gunnison, Utah. Following his graduation from Gunnison Valley High School, Joe L attended Snow College and majored in Law Enforcement, graduating from BYU. He served our country in the military during the Vietnam War. His employment included working at SUFCO, Hatch-Co, Lester Hill Furnace Cleaning and in 1974, Joe L began serving the citizens of Gunnison Valley as a police officer, advancing to the rank of Chief of Police, a position he held for 27 years. His commitment to service in Gunnison Valley was shown by his long years of service to the community. Joe L's roots grew deep into his hometown and kept him here. Following retirement, he established JRM Extinguishers Service. In the early 1970's, Joe L married Trudy Foster and later divorced, but was privileged to have a beautiful daughter, Stacy Allison. He also has a granddaughter, Sidney, age 9. Joe L met Beth Marie Chappell of Lyman, Utah and they were married July 29, 1977 in Lyman. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple one year later on August 8, 1978. They are parents of two fine sons: Joseph Rudi, and his wife, Kristin Christensen of Hurricane and McKay C. Christensen of St. George. Joe L enjoyed fishing, the deer hunt, pheasant and goose hunts and loved the beauty of the mountains with his friends. Active in the LDS Church, Joe L served in Gunnison 2nd Ward as a home teacher and was the statistical clerk under three bishops. Other survivors include his brother, LeGrande L. Christensen of Salt Lake City; his sister, Lila Lee Christensen of Gunnison; his parents-in-law, Wendell and Burla Chappell of Lyman; brothers and sisters-in-law, Douglas Chappell of St. George; Alice and Bruce Christenson of Gunnison; Jeanette and Dan Taylor of Loa. He also has numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 6, 2004 at 12 Noon in the Gunnison LDS Stake Center, 80 West Center Street in Gunnison, where friends may call for viewing Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and again Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:30 prior to the services. Burial with full honor guard by the Utah State Highway Patrol and local area Police Departments, and with military honors accorded by the Harold Brown American Legion Post #92 will be Saturday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. in the Lyman, Utah Cemetery under the direction of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield, Salina and Gunnison, Utah. In lieu of flowers, an account has been set up at the Moroni Feed Credit Union in Gunnison for Joe L's sons, to help with their education. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com Joe L loved Gunnison Valley. God Be With You 'Til We Meet Again Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Dalley, Sadie Buttars Sadie Buttars Dalley Together Again Sadie Buttars Dalley, 93, has been reunited with her husband of 67 years who preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 2000. She died on Nov. 4, 2004 in St. George, Utah. She was born on Sept. 20, 1911 to Maude and David Buttars in Clarkston, Utah. She married her sweetheart, Abram Fitzgerald Dalley on Sept. 23, 1930 in the Logan Temple. She lived in Dayton, ID, Roberts, ID and American Fork, UT. For the last few years, she has resided with her daughters: Myrna in Woods Cross; Margaret in Delta; Nola in Sandy and Geraldine in St. George, Utah. She had a strong testimony of Christ and was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many capacities including Primary and Relief Society presidencies, marriage preparation teacher and extraction worker. Her greatest love was her family. She is survived by children: Geraldine (Darrell) Lewis, St. George, Utah; Elaine (Paul) Winward, Dayton Idaho; Margaret (Roland, deceased) Murdock, Delta; Nola (Dan) Allen; Sandy, Utah; Abe (Wanda) Dalley, Washington, Utah; David (Christie) Dalley, Highland, Utah; Myrna (Keith) Green, Woods Cross, Utah; Richard (Shawna) Dalley, Rupert, Idaho; John (Penny) Dalley, Preston, Idaho; and Susan (Mike) Dayley, Las Vegas, Nevada; a sister Agnes Williams, and brothers, Dorin Buttars and Lyman Buttars. She has 75 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov 8, 2004 in the American Fork Pacific Drive Ward, 700 West 500 North. A viewing will be held Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 7, 2004 at the Anderson and Sons Mortuary, 49 East 100 North, American Fork and from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment in the Lehi City Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Daly, Beverly Henderson Beverly HendersonDaly 1921 ~ 2004 Beverly Henderson Daly, age 82, passed away November 3, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born December 10, 1921 in Cannonville, Utah, daughter of James Newton and Cora Evans Henderson. Married Walter Kirk Daly, June 22, 1941 in Panguitch, Utah; later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She graduated from Stevens Henagar College and was a secretary at Skyline High School for 20 years. She was an intelligent woman, avid reader and close follower of politics. A caring person who enjoyed family and friends. An excellent cook and hostess of family gatherings. Survived by son, Roger Kirk (Diane) Daly; daughters, Dianne (Jim) Kelsey, Janet (Mark) Gustavson; grandchildren, Meg and Matthew Daly, Jill (Kelsey) Martinez, Jeffrey, Brian, Todd and James Kelsey, Eric, Stephen and Jennifer Gustavson, Todd and Mandy Elledge; great-grandchildren, Russell Martinez, Madeline Elledge, Landon Kelsey; sister, Shirley (Jean) DeBouzek. Preceded in death by parents; husband; sisters, Allie, Helen, Wilma and Mary; brother, Walter. Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 6, 2004, 9:30 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road where a viewing will be held at 9:00 a.m. prior to services. Graveside service will be held Saturday, 4:00 p.m. at the Panguitch Cemetery, Panguitch, Utah. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. DeLaMare, Jeanne Jeanne DeLaMare "Foofah" 1922 ~ 2004 Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend returned to her Heavenly Father on November 4, 2004. Jeanne was born May 29, 1922 in St. Anthony, Idaho, the first child of Leland and Melvina Winter. She married John C. (Jack) DeLaMare on June 20, 1941, their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Jeanne is survived by her seven children; Winter (Joyce), Jim (JoAnn), Jody (Craig), Karren, Wendy (Steve) Ashton, Micki (Norm) Banks, Darci (Paul) Deputy, Mardi (Steve) Pearson and her three sisters, Gae Duersch, Jo Petersen, LeeAnne Walker; 33 grandchildren and 48 great-grand-children. Jeanne was a talented artist. Her passions included painting, porcelains and gardening, talents that she lovingly shared with all. Her other grand passion was her lifelong friendship with her buddies in "Club". Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 6, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Rose Park 6th Ward, 1155 N. 1200 W., Salt Lake City, Utah. Interment will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Special thanks to the friends at Park Lane and our many thanks to the extraordinary and very caring staff of Utah Dialysis. Published in the Deseret News from 11/5/2004 - 11/6/2004. Fabrizio, Jean Jean Fabrizio1928 ~2004 UINTAH BASIN- Jean Gines Fabrizio, age 76, of Vernal, passed away November 3, 2004. She was born July 12, 1928 in Kamas to Moral Shake and Theo Mitchell Gines. She married Arthur Fabrizio June 1, 1945. She is survived by her husband, six children, 24 grandchildren, 40 grand-children and two brothers. Funeral Saturday, 12 Noon, at the Duchesne LDS 1st-3rd Ward Chapel, 130 S. 300 E. Friends may call at the Hullinger Mortuary, 457 E. 300 N. Roosevelt, Friday from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday at the church in Duchesne from 10-11:30 a.m. Interment, Tabiona Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Feller, Mary Luella Carter Mary Luella Carter Feller 1930 ~ 2004 ST. GEORGE, UTAH - Mary Luella Carter Feller, 74, passed away Monday, November 1, 2004 at her home in St. George, Utah. She passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born August 9, 1930 in St. George, Utah, a daughter of William and Golda Bowler Carter. She married George R. Feller on April 8, 1950, in the St. George Temple. They are the parents of five children. She is survived by her: husband, George; children, Evelyn (Steve) Despain, Wilford (Debbie), Allen (Sheri), David (Jolyn), Russell (Janell); 24 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 6, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. George Stake Center, 500 N. Bluff St., St. George, UT Visitations will be held Friday, November 5, 2004 from 6-8 p.m., and again Saturday from 12:30-1:30 p.m., prior to services, both at the Stake Center. Interment will be at the St. George City Cemetery. Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT, (435) 673-2454. Friends and family are invited to offer their condolences at www.spilsburymortuary.com. Click on the dove. Obituaries are also available at our website. Click on the rose. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Howard, Leila Carter Leila Carter Howard Loving Wife, Mother & Grandma Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on Nov. 1, 2004 of natural causes. She was 82 years old. Leila was born March 27, 1922 to Conard E. Carter and Manilla White Carter in Porterville, Utah. Survived by husband, Allen H. Howard of Midvale; children, Lorraine B. (Don-deceased) Turner, Milton, Utah; Glen (Linda) Howard, Quartz Hill, CA; Neal (Debby) Howard, West Valley City, Utah; Ruthann (Donald) Breitling, Murray, Utah; and Paul Howard, St. Peters, Missouri; sisters, Phyllis (Grant) Carter, Porterville, Utah; MIldred (Marr) Fawcett, Layton, Utah; brother, Ivan (Ludene) Carter, Morgan, Utah. Preceded in death by parents, and sister, Thelma Lovejoy. Leila and Allen H. Howard were married on Nov. 29, 1952 in Elko, Nevada. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on Dec. 1, 1954. Leila was a lifelong member of the LDS Church, serving as a District Relief Society Supervisor, Visiting Teacher, and a Cub Scout Leader. Mother was also a member of DUP. Leila and Allen served an LDS Family History Mission from January 1990 to July 1991. During her life she also enjoyed music, singing and traveling. The family would like to extend thanks to family friend, Billy Fiorelli. Also a special heartfelt thank you to everyone at the Residence of CareSource (a hospice) for the compassionate care they provided Leila in her final days. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the Union Park 1st Ward Chapel at 7699 So. Chad St. Please enter off of 1000 East at 7680 South (Casa Roja St.). Family and friends may call Friday, Nov. 5, at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State St., from 6-8 p.m., or Saturday at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Mother Dear, we love you and will miss you. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Imbler, Everett Rollin Everett Rollin Imbler 7/16/25~10/31/04 Everett Rollin Imbler, 79, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2004 due to the effects of Alzheimer's. Ev was born on July 16, 1925 in Covina, California to Arthur and Lillian Carper Imbler. In 1943--before graduating from high school-he was drafted into the United States Army Air Corps, where he served in B-17 and B-29 squadrons until he was honorably discharged on March 16, 1946. He then returned to Van Nuys High School where he received his diploma. Everett married his eternal sweetheart, Lois Taylor, on August 25, 1948 in Canoga Park, CA. They moved to Duarte, CA where they raised their six children. After joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Everett and Lois were sealed for time and all eternity in the Los Angeles Temple April 19, 1969. Everett worked for GTE in communications and data systems for 33 years, and helped install communication systems at the "Western White House" during the Reagan administration. He learned to love flying during World War II, and was later able to enjoy this skill as a private pilot, commuting to and from work and avoiding the busy California freeways. Ev and Lois retired to the Seattle area where he did consulting work. In 1991, they moved to Omak, WA, then to Woodruff, UT in 1997 and finally to Sandy, UT in October 2000. Everett was a faithful member of the LDS church, and served as a Seventy and a High Priest. He loved fishing, hunting, and camping with his family-especially in the Sierras. He was an avid reader and life-long learner. There were very few subjects in which he was not well-versed. He is survived by his Beloved Wife, Lois Iona Taylor, Sandy; Brother, William Arthur Imbler (Betty), Ventura, CA; Children David Imbler (Chris), Lynnwood, WA; Donald Imbler (Dorothy), Upland, CA; Cheryl Lynn; Michael Imbler (Kathleen), Sandy; Richard Imbler (Susan), Spokane, WA; Anita Pittman (Kim), Delta; 23 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. The family would like to express their gratitude for the loving care Everett received from the staff at the Stratford Alzheimer's Wing at The Wentworth in Draper, and from Dr. Mark A. Rada. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 6th, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., Sandy, Utah, where friends may call Friday 6-8 p.m., and one hour prior to services on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org/) Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Johnson, KayLynn Davis "Katie" KayLynn "Katie" Davis Johnson "I'm Fine" KayLynn our beloved wife, mommy, daughter, sister and friend, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Nov 2, 2004 after fighting her courageous battle with cancer. Her strength and strong will to fight to the end has inspired us all. She will forever be in our hearts. KayLynn was born on April 30, 1972 to Lynn and Karen Burr Davis in Salt Lake City, Utah. She married John Johnson on November 7, 1992 in Salt Lake City, Utah KayLynn loved boating, hunting and fishing with her family. She also enjoyed scrap booking with friends. Most of all she valued the time she shared with her precious son "Cody" the pride and joy of her life. She graduated from Taylorsville High School in 1990. She went on to receive a degree in Medical Terminology from Salt Lake Community College. She was employed by Educators Mutual, and we thank them for their kindness and support. KayLynn is survived by her loving husband John, son Cody, her parents, brothers Kurt (Lori), Carl (Denise) Chris (Stacey), father-in-law Duane (Connie) mother-in-law Vicki, two brothers-in-law Jeff and Bobby, two sisters-in-law Julie (Danny) Jenny (Andrew) 23 nieces and nephews that she greatly adored, and her dog Dixie. We would like to thank Barbara and Gwyneth from Hospice and the wonderful people at Utah Cancer Specialists also a special thanks to Val Lund. A viewing will be held on Friday, Nov 5, 2004 at Lake Hills Memorial Mortuary, 10055 South State Street, Sandy, Utah from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday November 6, 2004 at 10:00 am with a viewing one-hour prior to services. Interment will be at Lake Hills Cemetery. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Kohagen, Franklin Louis Franklin LouisKohagen "Dear Old Dad" 11/06/32 ~ 11/01/04 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Franklin Louis Kohagen, age 71, passed away November 1, 2004.Born on November 6, 1932 in Waverly, Iowa to Edwin Ernest Kohagen and Clara O. Borchers Kohagen. He married Dorothy Kuske on October 22, 1954. They were later divorced. He married Louise Bridenbaugh on July 26, 1985 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church. After eight years of service in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve, he had a long career as an electronics technician for the Federal Aviation Administration. For several years, he was involved in real estate and owned Century21 Frank Kohagen Realty. He most recently was a manager for several years with Lowe's Home Improvement Stores. His survivors are his wife Louise Kohagen, son Mark (Joni) Kohagen, son Chuck (Judy) Kohagen, daughter Paula (Keith) Rigby, daughter Pam (Don) Healey, six grandchildren; one great- grandchild, sister Ardath Kreimeyer, sister Marilyn Van Horn, four step-children, 11 step-grandchildren, and six step-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. The memorial service will be on Saturday, November 6, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church, 2930 W. 9000 S. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, with a designation for the Frank & Louise Education Fund. "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever". Psalm 23:6 Published in the Deseret News from 11/3/2004 - 11/5/2004. Noshirvan, Amir Homayoon Amir Homayoon Noshirvan Always in Our Hearts and Memories Amir Homayoon, beloved father, son, and brother, passed away November 3, 2004, in Tampa, Florida, with loved ones at his side. Homayoon was born March 21, 1950, in Teheran, Iran, to Amir Hooshang and Fakhrataj Mesdaghi Noshiravan. He came to the United States to pursue an education, receiving his bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida; this was the same location where he was given loving treatment before his passing. He received his master's in International Business at Thunderbird Graduate School in Arizona. Before moving to Florida with his family, Homayoon was vice-president of Beehive International, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Since moving to Crystal River, Florida, he had started a new business, Can-Save RX, which became his life's passion. Homayoon had a special love of sports, music and nature. He competed in numerous volleyball and basketball tournaments. He always enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. But most of all, he took special pride in the many accomplishments of his children. Homayoon is survived by his sons, Alex Kasra and Sammy Ramin; daughter, Sheeva Marie; life partner, Rose Clements and her daughter Kimberly; parents Amir Hooshang and Fakhrataj; sisters, Nuschin (Haschem) Towliati and Niloofar (Mohammed Hassan) Bakhti; brother, Amir Farhang (Joyce) Noshiravan; and ex-wife Susan Redmond, mother of his children. Services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at Larkin Funeral Home, 260 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, where friends and family may call one hour prior to services. Interment will follow at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. He will be dearly missed by his family and many friends. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Pearson, Robert Earl Robert Earl Pearson "AKA BOB" Robert Earl Pearson was born November 3, 1924 to Blanche Charlotte Peck Pearson (Terry) and Blaine Orlandrew Pearson.He died November 2, 2004 due to age and many health problems. He grew up in Salt Lake and American Fork. Graduated from American Fork High School in 1943. Served during World War II in the Sea Bees, worked at Safeway 1946-1955, and at the Post Office 1955-2000. Married Emma LaVon Pearson in 1955. She preceded him in death in 2003. They had one daughter, Marlene. Survived by daughter, Marlene, brother, Don (Jeanne) Pearson, Salt Lake, sisters, Carol Anderson and Faye (Steve) Bleak both West Valley. Preceded in death by brother, Howard Pearson, sisters, Linda Chaston, Alice Flick and Carolyn Addison. Graveside services will be held Sat., November 6, 2004 at Elysian Burial Gardens, 1075 East 4580 South at 12:30 p.m. Family and Friends may visit from 10:45-11:45 a.m. at Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Dr. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Peterson, LaFay Allred LaFay AllredPeterson "Fay" LaFay (Fay) Allred Peterson, age 90, passed away from this mortal life on November 1, 2004. She was born March 19, 1914 in Naples, Utah to Robert Burton and Sylvia Roberts Allred. She attended Uintah County schools, graduating from Alterra High School. She married Floyd R. Peterson of Ogden on October 4, 1939 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They lived in Roy, Duchesne, Roosevelt and Vernal, Utah. Floyd died in March 1973. Since then, Fay has lived in Farmington and Fruit Heights. Fay was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she held numerous positions of leadership and responsibility. She served as 2nd Ward MIA President, counselor in the Roosevelt Stake Primary presidency, ward Relief Society president (twice), and Roosevelt Stake Relief Society president. She also served a four-year stake mission and 13 years as a Temple Ordinance Worker in the Ogden and Bountiful Temples. She was a member of the Aurelia Rodgers D.U.P. Camp and the Farmington Jr. Literary Club. Fay and her husband Floyd were owners of the F.R. Peterson Distributing Company for 27 years. She also served on the first Duchesne County Zoning Commission. She loved being a homemaker and was an avid gardener and cook. Fay is survived by her children, Dee (Nancy) Peterson of Fruit Heights; Marie of Branson, MO; and Linda (Albert) Bird of University Place, WA. Her family includes 11 grandchildren (two preceded her in death) and 12 great-grandchildren. Fay had limitless faith in God and spent her life in service to others. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her many friends and family. A memorial services will be held Sat., November 5, 2004 at 12:00 noon at the Davis Creek Chapel, 825 S. 50 E., Farmington, Utah (approach from Glovers Lane). Friends may call between 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Graveside services and burial will be held Monday, November 8, at 12:00 noon at the Vernal Memorial Park, Vernal, Utah. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the LDS Church Missionary or Perpetual Education fund. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Richards Jr., Dr. Oliver L. Dr. Oliver L. Richards, Jr. 1928 ~ 2004 OGDEN Dr. Oliver L. Richards, Jr., was called home to his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 3, 2004 at the age of 76.He was born in Salt Lake City on February 19, 1928 to Oliver L. Sr. and Marie Powell Busch Richards. He graduated from South High School in Salt Lake City and went on to the University of Utah obtaining a medical degree in ophthalmology. His internship was at Harper Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Following his internship he served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps as a Battalion Surgeon and later a Regimental Surgeon in Korea. He completed residency training at Harper Hospital which included a course at Kresge Eye Institute. Oliver was married to Maureen Hanson for 16 years and had three children. He later married Genae Tingey Stuart and adopted her three children and had a daughter, Emilie. Genae died in 1982. Dr. Richards married Jeannette Rice Thompson and claimed her three children as his own. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as an Elder's Quorum President as well as many other positions. Dr. Richards was a member of the Weber County Medical Society, Utah State Medical Society and the American Medical Society. He was a diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology. During 32 years of medical practice, he wrote many papers for the medical journals and was the first ophthalmologist in Ogden to transplant a cornea. Dr. Richards was a member of both McKay-Dee and St. Benedict's Hospital medical staffs. He retired in 1994 due to a stroke which partially paralyzed him. Dr. Richards was a volunteer for the special needs children and donated his expertise and time to check their eyes. He was a licensed instrument pilot and owned and flew his own plane. Dr. Richards enjoyed extensive world travel as well as motorhome trips, camping, skiing, family gatherings and flying. Surviving are his wife, Jeannette, seven children, Emilie Driver, Bonnie Rasmussen, Chad Richards, Rhys Richards, Kevin Richards, Connie Eck, and Steve Thompson; and 24 grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister and two brothers, Alice Pearlman, LaMar and David. He was preceded in death by his first wife Maureen, daughter Meredith, son Scott, his second wife, Genae and daughter Stephanie, who died at age seven in a playground accident. 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 Saturday from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd. All who knew or came in contact with Oliver felt of his loving and nurturing nature. His generosity knew no limits and for this he was loved and respected by his family and friends. Email condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Risner, William Stanley William Stanley Risner Pa's Obituary William Stanley Risner passed away on November 3, 2004, at the Pine View Transitional Rehab Center in South Ogden, Utah, at the age of 80. Pa (William Stanley) was born in Bennington, Oklahoma, on February 8, 1924, to George and Clesbulina Hart Risner. He attended school in Bowlegs, Oklahoma, and was proud of his heritage as a Native American. He was in the U.S. Navy and served during World War II. He met Reve' Frisby Hilton in Heber City, Utah, while he was working on a cross-country pipeline. They were married in Bowlegs, Oklahoma, on December 13, 1948, and have made their home in Vernal, Utah, for the last 50 years. For the past 20 years, they have spent their winter months in Beaver Dam, Arizona, and their summers on their farm. He was a heavy-equipment operator and owner of Willie's Dirt Service, which is now owned and operated by his son, Jack. The most important things to him were his family, his wife, Reve', his children, Renita, Janis, Peggy, Jack, and Geni, and his grandchildren and great-grand- children. He loved his farm, his mules, his donkey "Harley" and his horses. He always planted a big garden to share with his family. He was preceded in death by a son, William George Risner, his parents, one brother, Donald Risner, a sister, Lucy Mae La Bouve, and a son-in-law, T.D. (Boone) Latham. He is survived by his wife, Reve', his children, Renita (Chuck) Revill, Lehi; Janis Latham, So. Weber; Peggy (Dick) Bluff, Farmington; Jack Risner, Baggs, Wyo.; Geni (Bart) Hyde, Layton; 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and three sisters, Maxi George Risner, Mesa, Arizona, Amelita Jenkins, Clovis, New Mexico, and Gloria Moore, Saratoga, California. A viewing will be held on Saturday, November 6th, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Olpin-Hoopes Mortuary in Heber City, Utah. The funeral will be held in Vernal, on Monday, November 8th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Ashley Creek Chapel, 4080 So. 2500 E. with a viewing from 11:00 to 12:45 p.m. preceding the funeral. Burial will be in the Vernal City Cemetery with Military Honors. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Smith, Alexa K. Alexa K. Smith Ali Alexa K. Smith (Ali) was born January 22, 1996 and died October 29, 2004 of Hurlers, a type of MPS. Ali taught us to find joy through adversity and to live in the present, to treasure each hour of every day. Living with her has been an education, teaching us to focus on the important things, to treasure relationships and to be thankful for what we have. Our lives have been enriched by her presence. She will be deeply missed by her mom and dad, Enoch L. and Lynda, and her sister Samantha. Her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends will also miss her dearly. We appreciate the many health professionals who assisted us in her care. They added to ours and Ali's quality of life. We especially want to thank Dr. Paul Young for his kindness, compassion and exceptional care. Donations in Ali's memory may be made to Primary Children's Medical Center. A private service has been held to celebrate Ali's life. Published in the Deseret News on 11/5/2004. Sparrow, Dorothy Ione Anderson Dorothy Ione Anderson Sparrow 1915 ~ 2004 LAYTON Dorothy Anderson Sparrow, 89 passed away Nov. 2, 2004. She was living at the Beehive Home in Layton at the time of her death. Dorothy was born January 11, 1915, in Richmond, Utah to Christine Anderson and Frans Oscar Anderson. She was the second of five children. During her childhood she lived in several cities in the intermountain states where her father worked as a brick mason on schools and factories. They made their permanent home in Richmond, Utah. She married her lifelong companion, James Duane Sparrow, on April 15, 1936, in the Logan LDS Temple. They were the parents of five children, Bruce D. (Linda) Sparrow, D. Claire (Linda) Sparrow, Janet Walker, Valene (Gary) Fackrell, and Boyd L. (Kristina) Sparrow. She was an excellent seamstress and loved to take her daughters to look at fancy clothes at department stores then go home and create her own pattern and sew them. She was also talented in doing many types of needlework and very creative with crafts. She loved beautiful flowers, especially the roses in her garden. She was an active member of the LDS church all of her life and held many callings in Relief Society and other organizations. She was preceded in death by her husband, a brother Dean, and one great-granddaughter. She is survived by her five children; Brother, Don; Sisters, Margaret Read and Bonnie Moon; 15 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, three step great-grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren. The family would like to thank Dr. Charles Harpe at Tanner Clinic, the staff at Beehive Home, Specialty Nursing, and Odyssey Hospice for their care and kindness they gave to Mother in her last days. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Mortuary, 250 North Fairfield Rd., Layton, Utah. A viewing will be held Friday, November 5, 2004 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.at Myers Mortuary. Interment in Washington Heights Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a Dorothy Sparrow Rose Garden Memorial at the Beehive Home in Layton has been established at America First Credit Union, or donations to any other charity you may wish in her name. Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com Published in the Deseret News from 11/5/2004 - 11/6/2004. Waldvogel, Oscar J. Oscar J. Waldvogel 1909 ~ 2004 Born Sept. 14, 1909 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Passed away October 31, 2004. Veteran of Word War II. Moved to Chicago, Illinois in his early twenties and lived in Westchester, Illinois until October 2001. Survived by brother Otto Waldvogel, Leslie, Arkansas, and sister, Julia Drury, Murray, Utah. Preceded in death by his wife, Edna Olson Waldvogel, brothers, Carl and Walter Waldvogel and sister, Clara Astin. The family would like to thank his sister Julia for her loving care of Oscar over the last five years of his life. Burial and services will be held in Westchester, Illinois. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004. Ward M.D., John R. John R. Ward, MD 1923 ~ 2004 John Robert Ward, MD, age 80, passed away on November 1, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah of natural causes. He was born on November 23, 1923 in Salt Lake City, Utah, son of John Isaac and Clara Elzi Ward. He married Norma Harris on November 5, 1948 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the time of his death, they were preparing to observe their 56th wedding anniversary. A life well lived by a man well loved. He graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. degree in 1944, and received his M.D. degree from the University of Utah in 1946 He was a resident in Internal Medicine at Salt Lake County General Hospital, and was later a Fellow in Rheumatology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He joined the faculty of the University of Utah College of Medicine in 1954, and remained on the faculty for 38 years retiring in 1992, thereafter awarded the rank of Professor Emeritus. He was the first Chief of the Rheumatology Division in the Department of Internal Medicine, serving from 1957 to 1988. In 1967, he obtained a Master of Public Health Degree from the University of California, Berkley. He was the Chairman of the Department of Preventive Medicine from 1966-1970. During his distinguished scientific career, he published more than 220 articles describing the many aspects of rheumatic diseases. He received numerous awards for his service, and was recognized internationally for his contributions. He was a Master of the American College of Rheumatology and received their Distinguished Rheumatologist Award in 1994. He was widely recognized as an outstanding clinician, diagnostician, teacher, and scientist, and taught generations of medical students through his outstanding example. John was known for the depth of his humanity, integrity and charity. Typical of his humble, kind mentoring, is this quote, "I enjoy teaching. We, as teachers, have to show the students we are interested in them as people and not just as students. It's the same thing we teach them in dealing with patients as people and not merely as patients." He exemplified the best of humankind in every regard. He also served his country in the Army during the Korean conflict, and retired from the Utah Air National Guard as a Colonel, serving as the Commander of the 151st USAF clinic for many years. He is survived by his wife, Norma, and four children, John Harris (Constance), Pamela Lyn Proctor (Lane), Robert Scott (Diane), and James Alan (Laura). He is survived by brothers William (Barbara) and Robert (Ivy Jean) and sister Patricia (Iven) Alsop. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grand children. He was preceded in death by sisters Dorothea Ward, Joan Haynes, and Marguerite Howard. It has been an honor to learn from and be tutored by him. His warmth, wisdom, integrity and support were a constant source of strength and direction. Although we will miss his presence, his influence will continue to inspire us. Funeral Services will be held on Nov. 5, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Winder 8th Ward, 1361 E. 4000 S. There will be a viewing on the evening of Nov. 4, 2004 from 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary. A viewing will also be held one hour before the service on Friday. Interment: Wasatch Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John R. Ward, MD fund at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center at 175 North Medical Drive East, Fifth Floor, Moran Eye Center, SLC, UT 84132-5902. Published in the Deseret News from 11/3/2004 - 11/5/2004. Zollinger, Willard Eugene Willard Eugene Zollinger 1925 ~ 2004 Willard Eugene Zollinger, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather peacefully passed away Nov. 3, 2004 at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Born March 20, 1925 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Willard D. and Lillie B. Anderson Zollinger. He attended East High School in Salt Lake City. Married Reba L. Keele May 29, 1946, sealed for time and eternity August 16, 1971 in the Salt Lake Temple. A veteran of World War II, Willard retired from the Air Force in 1966 after 22 years of service, including New Zealand, New Caledonia, Philippines, France and Hawaii. A member of the Bountiful 13th Ward, he served in many positions, most recently as Ward Clerk for 14 years. Father of nine children: Jenna V. (Dan) Grow; Richard (Diana), CA; Willard M. (Victoria); Nalani F. (James) Moore, OR; Rebecca (Jeff ) Mehaffey, WA; Wyatt E. (Chari), WA; Cheryl R. (Clifford) Carver; Max K. (Annette) of Hayden, ID; and Charles M. (Jill), grandfather of 39 and great-grandfather of 35. Brother of J. LaMar (Patricia), MN; M. David (Barbara) of NSL, Lorna F. (Don) Suggs, UT and sister-in-law Elizabeth Zollinger, UT. Preceded in death by his parents, sister Luana, brother Max A. and great-granddaughters Hannah Johnson and Micah Zollinger. The family would like to express their gratitude for the excellent care provided by the staff of the VA Hospital and the Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 at the Bountiful 13th Ward, 1356 N. 650 E., Bountiful, UT. Friends and family may call Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Russon Bros. Bountiful Mortuary, 295 N. Main, and one hour prior to funeral services on Saturday. Interment: Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, 1640 E. Lakeview Drive, Bountiful, Utah. Online guestbook www.russonmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Willard's name to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Published in the Deseret News from 11/4/2004 - 11/5/2004.