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Bennett, Margo Katherine Palmer
Margo Katherine Palmer Bennett 1939 ~ 2005 Margo K. Palmer Bennett, our
beloved mother, passed away peacefully Jan. 18, 2005 at the age of 65. Born
September 6, 1939 in Park City, Utah to Walter Palmer and Katherine "Katie"
Rubick. She married G. Edward "Eddie" Bennett in Salt Lake City on March 28,
1958, who passed away on December 6, 1991. Margo attended St. Mary's/Judge
Memorial Catholic High School and graduated from South High School. She worked
as a cook and waitress at the State, Highland and Sue Rich Bowling Alleys, and
was employed at Evergreen Jr. High School for several years as a media aid in
the school library. She loved reading, working on crossword puzzles, playing
cards, coloring, sewing and creating a variety of keepsakes out of plastic
canvas. Margo was a huge fan of the Utah Jazz, never missing a televised game.
She traveled often to Wendover, Nevada, where she would sit for countless
hours feeding dollars into the red, white and blue 7's. Margo was a very
loving woman with a heart of gold; she and Eddie opened their home to dozens
of children and others over the years, treating each of them as their own. She
is survived by her three sons; James E. (Shauna Rosenlund) Bennett, W. Scott
(Teresa) Bennett, Edward M. (Sarah) Bennett, and her daughter Kim M. (David)
Auberger; seven grandchildren; Chari Bennett, Christopher Bennett, Austin
Auberger, Nishelle Auberger, Lilyan Bennett, Gavin Bennett and Weston Nalley;
her mother Katherine "Katie" Palmer; brothers; Walter (Judy) Palmer, Draper,
Utah; Jody (Londa) Palmer, Midvale, Utah; Mark (Lisa) Palmer, Murray, Utah and
sisters; Annette (Larry) Martin, Loveland, Colorado; Carla Palmer, Murray,
Utah; Roberta (Tom) McCormick, Sandy, Utah; Kalani (Rick) Huber, West Valley
City, Utah; Melanie Palmer, Murray, Utah. She was preceded in death by her
father Walter Palmer, brother James Palmer, sister Sheri (Ron) Fazzio,
Loveland, Colorado and Lucy "Teta" Rubicic. Margo leaves several aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, "foster" children and friends. Mom will
always be in our thought and prayers, but we know she is at peace with dad,
grandpa, Teta, Sheri and all the others she has longed to see again. We would
like to thank all of the wonderful people at Care Source for helping to care
for mom over the past several months and for the loving support provided by
the staff at the Wentworth. A funeral mass will be celebrated Sat. at 11:00
a.m. at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church, 1375 E. Spring Lane (5000 S.). A
vigil service will be held Friday at 7:00 p.m. also at the church, where
friends may call from 6-7 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th
Avenue and T Street. Funeral directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/21/2005.

Bogue, Edmond Dennis
Edmond Dennis Bogue "Big Ed" 4/27/48 ~ 1/13/05 Edmond Dennis Bogue born April
27, 1948 to Edmond John and Ilene Sheridan Bogue died January 13, 2005.
Married Peggy Meecham, June 5, 1968. They had two children, Edmond John and
Brenda Merie. Ed was a free spirit who couldn't be confined by a day-to-day
job. He was an independent gold miner who traveled the world and followed his
dreams. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who fell in love with Alaska as a
young boy when he lived there with his dad. He returned many times during his
life to live there and in pursuit of fish and game and also mining projects.
The light of his life was his granddaughter, Edlena Merie. Survived by his
wife, Peggy; son, John; daughter, Brenda (Jesse) Mit-chell; granddaughters,
Edlena, Tori and Cheyenne Mitchell; grandson, Macoy Mitchell; special little
buddy, Alex Sullivan; mother and stepfather, Robert and Ilene Kemp; brothers,
Robert (Kristy) Kemp, Brent Kemp, Kevin (Julie) Bogue; sisters, Sandra (Doug)
Trappett, Shirley (Steve) Yates; Robyn Kemp, Kay (Alan) Wright;
brother-in-law, Bill (Jana) Meecham; sisters-in-law, Debi Coster, Barbara
(Randy) Neff; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Edmond John Bogue; father and mother-in-law,
Bill and Helen Mee-cham; and his special grandma Goose Mary Ann Bogue. There
will be a visitation held Friday January 21st, 6-9 p.m. at Redwood Memorial
Mortuary, 6500 S. Redwood Road.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/16/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Colosimo, Gabriel Angelo
Gabriel Angelo Colosimo "Gale" 1926 ~ 2005 Our husband, father, brother,
grandfather (papa), sausage maker and accordion player extraordinaire, Gabriel
Angelo passed away on Monday, January 17, 2005 from a bad heart. It is ironic
that his physical one failed him when his spiritual one was so big, strong and
loving. He will be greatly missed by many and he leaves a huge hole and an
empty seat at the Colosimo family table. The world is now minus one great
accordion player and sausage maker. Gale was born September 24, 1926 in Magna,
Utah in the apartment above the Rome Grocery, to his parents, Ralph and Rose
Colosimo, who were the owners and proprietors of the store. It was a harbinger
of his future work. Dad grew up in Magna, learned to play the accordion,
played fullback for the Cyprus Pirates where he was known as "Guts," graduated
in 1944 and went into the military. Upon Gale completing basic training the
Germans decided to surrender, fearing his transfer overseas. He returned to
his hometown and one day at Sunday Mass he saw the most beautiful woman he had
ever seen and decided he was going to marry her - Ida Concettina (Connie)
Disera. He married Connie on October 22, 1951 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in
Magna. Gale wanted six children and Connie wanted two, so they compromised and
had eight. He is survived by Connie, the love of his life, and his eight
children, the joys of his life, Roseanne Webber (Jerry), Nancy Gibbs (Dan),
John (Kathie), Galey (Beth), Paul (Sara), Mary Markosian (Jim), Larry (Jean),
Joe all of Salt Lake City. He also leaves behind his brother and partner,
Ernie and two sisters, Jean Guido and Rosemarie Feraco. Then there are his 20
grandchildren, the lights of his life Danny, Matthew, Michael, Justin, Robbie,
Christopher, Jamie, Gianna, Lucy, Julia, Elizabeth, Nicholas, Dominic, Adam,
Samuel, Gabriel, Andrew, Madeline, Gina, and Taitlynn (Tannen). Good-bye Papa,
We love you! Gale and Ernie were partners together for 58 years in the grocery
business at Colosimo's Standard Market. It was the hub of their families'
lives and a source of great joy, pride and humor. His children had the
pleasure of learning many life's lessons while apprenticing at his side. Gale
was a great innovator and tinkerer in the butcher shop. He developed and
created many sausage recipes that became the lifeblood of the Market. Gale and
Ernie developed and patented a sausage making machine called the "Colosimo's
Press." His greatest joy this past year was to see his boys open a Colosimo's
store in Sandy featuring all of his sausage products. Dad was a firm believer
in the power of prayer. His prayers for the world and for his family will be
greatly missed. His favorite prayer was the rosary and he prayed it daily if
not hourly. He would greatly rejoice if you would join his family at a vigil
service and the praying of the rosary on Thursday, January 20th at 8:00 p.m.
at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Magna (2840 South 9000 West).
Friends may call between 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on
Friday, January 21st at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 331 East
South Temple. Friends may call between 9:00 and 9:45. Interment will be at
Mount Cavalry Cemetery The family greatly appreciates the care given by both
Dr. Thomas Calame and Dr. John Luras. Donations in memory of Gale can be sent
to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church building fund in Magna, Utah. Many
people live their lives aspiring to greatness, Gale with his compassionate
mindset and gentle heart lived his life more profoundly by aspiring to
goodness.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/18/2005 - 1/21/2005.

Crissman, Richard Lee
Richard Lee Crissman "Gone Fishing" WELLINGTON, UT- Richard Lee Crissman, 54,
passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by his family and friends on
January 16, 2005. He was born on March 19, 1950 in Standardville, Utah to
William and Betty Pessetto Crissman. Married Brenda Mangus, April 27, 1974 in
Price; later divorced. Lifelong resident of Carbon Coutny. Graduate of Notre
Dame High School, College of Eastern Utah and later attended Weber State
College. "Dick" was presently employed with Crown Technologies. He enjoyed
fishing at Lake Powell, going to sporting events and spending time with family
and friends. Survived by his son, Creed Crissman and special friend Chantelle
Jensen; father, William J. Crissman, Price; sister, Carol (Jack) Bonaquisto,
Price; brothers, Bill (Leilani) Crissman; John Crissman (Lori Montgomery);
sister, Gina (Jeremy) Evans, all of Salt Lake; special fishing buddy, Ray
Coleman; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his
beloved mother, Betty Crissman. Memorial service, Saturday, January 22,
2005,11:00 a.m., Mitchell Funeral Home. Family will be at Mitchell's Saturday
one hour prior to service.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Feild, Rosalyn M.
Rosalyn M. Feild "Beloved Mother" Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, Rosalyn M. Feild, 84, returned home to her Heavenly Father
on January 14, 2005. Born March 6, 1920, daughter of William and Louisa Jensen
of Long Beach, California. She met and married her eternal companion Jess
Delbert Feild on September 7, 1939, later sealed on September 7, 1961 in the
Salt Lake Temple. Survived by three children, Lana (Richard) Jex of Logan,
Utah, Gay (Bill) Foust of Missoula, Montana, and Delbert (Edie) Feild of
Snohomish, Washington; brother Gordon (Carolyn) Jensen; 17 grandchildren and
30 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Jess and her oldest
daughter Barbara (Richard) Kristensen of Bountiful, Utah, brother William
(Ruth) Jensen, and sister Allys Jensen. What a happy reunion. Funeral services
will be Friday, Jan. 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Larkin Mortuary, 260 E.
South Temple, where friends may call Friday 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Graveside
service will be in the Brigham City Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Funk, Charles "Earl"
Charles "Earl" Funk 1911 ~ 2005 "Grandpa Earl", the greatest Father,
Grandfather and friend to all, passed away January 17, 2005 with his family by
his side. He lived 93 wonderful years. He was born July 31, 1911 in
Waynesboro, Pennsylvania to Roy Heller Funk and Henrietta Rock Funk. The
youngest of three boys, he had a great life fishing, studying and working by
his father's side. He attended Quincy High School, Quincy, Pa. and went on to
apprentice the trade of tool and die maker following in his father's trade.
Later he worked in Landis Machine Co. in Waynesboro. He met the only true love
of his life, Louise Anna Moats in high school. They married July 28, 1935 in
Washington, DC. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple June 19, 1946. In
July 1958, the family, along with his two best friend's families moved to Salt
Lake. Earl loved the Lord and as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints he served in many capacities including counselor in several
Bishoprics, Guide at the Bishop's Storehouse for six years and as an ordinance
worked in the Salt Lake Temple for many years. He loved serving anywhere he
was called and made many friends in the service of the Lord. Louise preceded
him in death in 1995 as well as his sweet Trudy Ann, who died at age 5. He is
survived by his son Roy E. Funk and wife Toodie, grandchildren Tiffany Funk,
Travis (Rachelle) Funk, Alisa Floyd (Mike) Floyd, Cody (Kim) Funk. He lovingly
adopted Toodie's children Todd Howard, Katie Howard, Kris Howard and Dan West
and loved them as his own. He was so proud of Kris who is now serving in the
Geneva Switzerland Mission. Also surviving him are great-grandchildren Kieryn
Funk and Lewis Cootey. He taught all of us how to love unconditionally. Thank
you grandpa for all the love we ever needed. We will all miss you so very
much. Funeral services will be Friday, January 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Edgehill lst Ward, 1750 South 1500 East, SLC, UT. Friends may call Thursday
January 20th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East
1300 South, SLC, UT and Friday 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. at the Church. Interment
will be in Quincy, Pa.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/20/2005.

Gianchetta, Ralph L.
Ralph L. Gianchetta 1/1/1930 ~ 1/16/2005 Ralph L. Gianchetta, husband, dad,
grandpa and great-grandpa, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon
surrounded by his loving family. Ralph and Bev were high school sweethearts
who fell in love the moment they met and were married in 1949. They say you
get from life what you put into it, and they certainly worked to create not
only a marriage, but a love story. They spent 55 amazing years building more
than just a family, but a tradition of life-long love. Ralph worked for Union
Pacific for 48 years and created many lasting friendships. He enjoyed bowling,
golfing, traveling, boating, and most of all puttering around in his garage.
Ralph is survived by his precious wife, Beverly Oliver, three wonderful
children: Christine (Son), Rick (Wendy) and Jody (Kevin), six remarkable
grandchildren and three darling great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death
by his parents Grace and Dominic, his only brother "Junior", and his first son
"Baby Joseph". The entire family would like to thank the staff of St. Mark's
Hospital and Residence Hospice Care. The celebration of his life will be held
on Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at St Thomas More Catholic church,
3015 East Creek Road. Friends and family may call Wednesday evening for a
visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. with a 8 p.m. Holy Rosary at Mountain View
Memorial 3115 East Bengal Blvd, (7800 S). Interment will follow the services
at Mountain View.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/18/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Grimmett, Gerald Glen
Gerald Glen Grimmett 1942 ~ 2005 LEEDS, Utah - Gerald Glen Grimmett, age 62,
died Monday, January 10, 2005, at Leeds, Utah, after being swept away in a
flash flood. Gerald was born August 15, 1942, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, a son of
Glen H. and Rayma Jean Buxton Grimmett. Gerald was raised in Paris, Idaho. He
served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1959 until his honorable discharge in
1965. Gerald lived a life filled with adventure and joy. He was a world
traveler, even spending months in Antarctica. Gerald was a prolific poet and
writer, with two published novels, and numerous published poems and short
stories. He and his wife, Cyndy, were campground hosts at the Red Cliffs
Recreation Area near St. George at the time of his death. He loved life, his
friends, and his family. Surviving family include his: wife, Cyndy, of Leeds,
UT; daughter, Pilar Sutton, of Pocatello, ID; three sisters, Pamela Bywater,
Shannon (Richard) Johnson, and Karen (Randy) Einzinger; and one brother, Kevin
(Joanne) Grimmett. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son,
Gerrard Grimmett. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may
be made at any Zions Bank under the name of Gerald Grimmett. Funeral services
will be held Saturday, January 22, 2005, at 1:00 p.m., at the Spilsbury
Mortuary Chapel. There will be a visitation on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m., prior to services at the Mortuary. 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
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Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Hansen, Hyrum Dee
Hyrum Dee Hansen 1912 ~ 2005 Hyrum Dee Hansen, 92, of Fountain Green, UT, died
Jan. 16, 2005 in his home of natural causes. Hyrum Dee Hansen was born March
5, 1912 in Ft. Green, UT. Hyrum Dee was a member of the LDS Church. He
graduated from Moroni High School and Utah State University. He met his
sweetheart, Mary Anne Butler, in Logan, while attending Utah State University
and was married June 8, 1938 in the Logan Temple. After graduating from Utah
State University, he began working for the USDA and SCS. His first appointment
was in Safford, AZ. When the US entered World War II, Hyrum Dee joined the
Navy. He served his country in this capacity from April 1944 to Oct 1945 in
the Pacific Theater. After the War, Hyrum Dee returned to his chosen career,
Soil Conservation. In 1946 he was transferred to Lehi, UT, then in 1958 to
Castle Dale, UT. Hyrum Dee retired in 1973 after 35 years with the Soil
Conservation Service. Following his retirement, he moved back to the family
farm in Ft. Green, UT, where he has enjoyed farming and working with animals
since that time. Hyrum Dee has been involved in church work throughout his
life and was active in the Lions Club for 55 years. Survived by 11 children:
Deanna (Odell) Rice, Malad, ID; Marilyn (Peter) Hansen, Ivins, UT; Carol (Tom)
Wayman, Manti, UT; Richard (Carol) Hansen, Glendale, AZ; David (Rolayne)
Hansen, Modesto, CA; Glen (Jill) Hansen, New Harmony, UT; Gail Petersen,
Inkom, ID; Elizabeth (Michael) Ward, Monmouth, OR; Jane (Rian) Anderson,
Fairview, UT; Niels Hansen, Ogden, UT; Rebecca (Lynn) Larson, Price, UT; three
sisters: Verl Brady, Las Vegas, NV; Rachel Syme, Fountain Green, UT and Dora
Spencer, Bountiful, UT. Preceded in death by parents, Alice and Hyrum Hansen;
wife, Mary Annie Butler Hansen; brother Lloyd Hansen and sisters, Beth
Anderson and Doris Hansen. Funeral services Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005 at 2:00
p.m. in the Ft. Green LDS Chapel. Friends may call Fri. from 6-8 p.m. and Sat.
from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the church. Interment in the Fountain Green Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Hellstrom, Fred
Fred Hellstrom 1919 ~ 2005 BICKNELL, UTAH - Carl Fredrick "Fred" Hellstrom,
age 85, of Bicknell, died Jan. 17, 2005 in Gunnison, Utah. He was born April
4, 1919 in Randolph, Utah, a son of Leonard Leroy and Luella Vilate Longhurst
Hellstrom. He graduated from South Rich High School, Class of 1937, where he
excelled in Basketball. He got his Bachelor's Degree from Utah State and his
Master's Degree from Colorado A&M. Fred married Dal Marr Hurst, April 24, 1942
in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. In the fall of 1942 he went into the army and
served during World War II from October of 1942 to December of 1945. He served
in Hawaii and Iwo Jima. Fred taught school in Cokeville, Wyoming for two years
and then moved to Bicknell, Utah where he taught Vocational Agriculture at
Wayne High School for 32 years, retiring in 1984. Fred and Dal Marr worked at
the Manti Temple as Ordinance Workers. They served a mission for the LDS
Church in the Missouri St. Louis Mission in 1987. Fred was always active in
the church. He served as a counselor in the Thurber Ward Bishopric and a
counselor in the Wayne Stake Presidency. He served on the Bicknell Town Board
and was a member of the State Vocational Agriculture Association. He enjoyed
gardening, and having worked on his uncle's farm as a boy, he always enjoyed
the farms, cattle, sheep and fields of Wayne County. Fred is survived by his
wife of Bicknell; children: Cordell and Donna Hellstrom of Henderson, Nevada;
Sonja and Kyle Burdash of Layton, Utah; six grandchildren; two
great-grandchildren; brothers: Delmar and Leora Hellstrom of Ogden, Evan and
Jennie Hellstrom of Clearfield. He was preceded in death by three brothers,
Reed Hellstrom, Myron Hellstrom and Hubert Hellstrom. Funeral services will be
held Friday, January 21, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Thurber LDS Ward Chapel, in
Bicknell, where friends may call for viewing Friday morning from 11:00 to
12:30 prior to the services. Graveside services and burial will be Monday,
January 24, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Randolph City Cemetery in Randolph, Utah
under the direction of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield, Salina
and Gunnison, Utah. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Hoffman, Patricia Romney
Patricia Romney Hoffman 1932 ~ 2005 Patricia Romney Hoffman, 72 died Sunday
after a long and courageous battle with lung disease. Patricia was the
daughter of John and Helen Romney. She was a retired LPN who spent her entire
nursing career at Holy Cross Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Donald;
three daughters, Diane (Jay) Watkins, Kay Hoffman, Liz (Andy) Mattson; one
sister; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Graveside services
will be held Thursday, Jan. 20th, 11:00 a.m. at Redwood Memorial Cemetery,
6500 S. Redwood Road, with a viewing one hour prior to services in the
mortuary.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Hovey, Brian Ted
Brian Ted Hovey Everything you could ask for in a son. Our beloved son,
brother, fianc , grandson, nephew, friend passed away January 13, 2005 in
Wyoming from a tragic semi and auto accident. Brian was born October 17, 1979
in Marshalltown, Iowa. He was always strong, able to fight his way through
health issues as a baby. His family moved to Utah in 1984. He attended Quail
Hollow Elementary, Albion Middle School, and Brighton High School and
graduated in 1998. He obtained his Associates Degree at Salt Lake Community
College and then his Bachelors in Architecture and Planning from the
University of Utah May 2004. Brian was living his dream by moving to Denver,
Colorado for graduate school at the University of Colorado with his fianc ,
Chelsea. Chelsea's father, Pete Degn, also passed away as a result of the
accident. Chelsea and Brian planned to marry January 13, 2006. Survived by his
mother Dian Hovey, his fianc  Chelsea Tregeagle, sister Renee Milne (Shawn),
brother Daniel (Sarah), maternal grandparents Robert and Lydia Emme, aunts,
uncles, Tregeagle family, Lady, The Kids (Yuki and BooBoo), father Edward
Hovey of Illinois. Services will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church,
8575 S 700 E Thursday, 4:00 p.m. Visiting will begin at 3:00 and continue
after the service. Please make donations in Brian's name, contact Washington
Mutual. Bri, you will always be our Smoky Babe. Tributes can be made at
www.mem.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/18/2005 - 1/20/2005.

Johnson, Mary Sorensen Buist
Mary Sorensen Buist Johnson 1914 ~ 2005 Our wonderful, loving mother, Mary
Buist Johnson, 90, passed away in the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City last
Saturday, January 15, 2005. Mom was born on September 13, 1914 in Wellsville,
Utah to Alexander Burnett and Bertha Sorensen Buist. She attended schools in
Cache County and graduated from South Cache High School. She continued her
education at Utah State University for one year. (They were always the
"Aggies" to her.) She married Oscar LeRoy Dunn in the Logan LDS Temple on
December 5, 1934. They were later divorced. On August 4, 1951, she married
Clive Cooper Johnson. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS
Temple. They had a happy marriage, where for 44 years they enjoyed traveling,
attending baseball games and other sporting events and especially dancing.
They particularly loved to attend anything their grandchildren and
great-grandchildren participated in. She worked for Equitable Life and
Casualty Insurance Company for 52 years, finally retiring at age 75. After her
retirement, she really looked forward to attending the Christmas parties each
year, where she was treated like royalty. Mom was very active in the DAV
Auxiliary for many years. She served faithfully by her husband's side,
enjoying every minute spent with him and the people they learned to know and
love. She was an active member in the LDS Church all her life and served in
many callings, including Counselor in the Young Woman's Mutual program and 30
years as Ward Librarian. She was a very dedicated Visiting Teacher. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Clive C. Johnson; her parents, Alexander and
Bertha Buist; two sisters, Leona Rice and Esther Kerr; and a brother, Charles
A. Buist. She is survived by her son, Robert L. (Peggy) Dunn; daughter,
Marjean Dunn Rufener; five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two
great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves many step-grandchildren,
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services, under
direction of Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr., will be held at 1:00
p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2005 at the McKay Ward, 1623 South 500 East, where
friends may call Wednesday 6:30 - 8 p.m. and Thursday 11:45 -12:45 p.m. Mom,
we will miss you very much and are so thankful that we've been able to enjoy
your sweet spirit and wonderful zest for life for so many years. You have
taught us so much about living. We will especially miss your love and how
happy you always were to see us.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/18/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Krolick, Cynthia Bechtold
Cynthia Bechtold Krolick Will Be Missed Cynthia Bechtold Krolick died at home
on January 17, 2005. She was 46 years old. Cindy, as her friends knew her, was
born in Dover, New Jersey, the daughter of Bruce H. and Elizabeth R. Bechtold.
During her youth, Cindy lived in many places moving about with the family as
they were transferred from New Jersey to Cumberland, Maryland, to Cape
Canaveral, Florida, back to Maryland, to Salt Lake City, Utah, and finally to
Wilmington, Delaware. She graduated from East High School in Salt Lake City in
1976. While in secondary and high schools in Salt Lake City, Cindy excelled in
swimming and amassed a large collection of ribbons and trophies from school
and AAU competition in the Mountain West region. Upon graduation she enlisted
in the Army and was assigned to the Military Police. She spent most of her two
year career in Alabama and at the Dugway Proving Grounds in Utah. She was
honorably discharged with the rank of corporal. In 1979, Cindy married Alan
Casey of Salt Lake and divorced in 1981. In 1982 she married Edward J. Krolick
of Boothwyn, PA, her husband at the time of her death. Cindy spent most of her
later years as a beloved housewife who had great talent for cooking and
serving up wonderful feasts. She also had a kind heart for animals, both
domestic and wild, having many fortunate pets during her brief life. Cindy is
survived by her husband Edward; three sons: Greg, Steven, and Brian, all at
home in Middletown, DE; her father and mother of Bozman, MD; a younger sister
Laura; and a nephew, Laura's son Jack, both of Wilmington. The funeral
services will be Friday, January 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Fairwinds
Baptist Church, 801 Seymour Rd., Bear, DE 19701 where friends may call
beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Port
Penn, DE. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations to
Fairwinds Christian School. To send an online condolence visit
www.strano-feeley.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Logan Jr., Sam Houston
Sam Houston Logan, Jr. 1928 ~ 2005 Sam Houston Logan, Jr. age 76, passed away
Jan 14, 2005 peacefully at home with loved ones present. Born May 9, 1928 in
Littlefield,Texas to Sam Houston Logan Sr. and Dora Ethel Fletcher Logan.
Married his soulmate Joan Fishburn on April 17, 1953 and enjoyed 50 years
together. Sam is a military veteran having served as a medic in the Navy. Sam
owned and operated the Ramada Inn Beauty Salon, making many stars handsome and
beautiful, to include Jimmy Durante, Dorthy Collins and many others. Sam's
life was his "Darling Joan", quality time with family and friends, traveling,
his garden and playing poker. He had so many wonderful jokes and stories to
tell, his sense of humor was "one of a kind". Survived by God-children Nelson
and Staci Mather; brother, Gene (Sue), Desert Hot springs, CA. He was preceded
in death by his wife, parents and brother, Bernard Lee. Logan. Memorial
services will be 6:30 p.m. Thursday, January 20, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary,
3401 Highland Dr. Special thanks to Carol Wilcox, Cheryl, Valerie and all the
special people at Rocky Mountain Hospice. In Lieu of flowers Sam would want
donations given to The American Lung Association or The American Diabetes
Association. Sammy, no more worries to buy your plane to travel, you now have
your wings!
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/18/2005 - 1/19/2005.

Ludlow, Blake
Blake Ludlow 1984 ~ 2004 Our beloved Blake Christian Ludlow, 20, lost his
battle with drug addiction on January 16, 2005. Blake was born June 22, 1984
in Payson, Utah to Christian Bryan Ludlow and Karen Jill Tischner. Blake had
an contagious smile and an unconditional love for everyone he met. He was
employed at Tischner Ford in Santaquin and loved camping, four-wheeling in
Moab and any outdoor activity. He had a unique love for little children,
especially his cousins who loved to be around him. He was always of service to
others and he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Blake loved
life until an addiction took away his agency. He worked to help others learn
from his experiences and save them from the pain of addiction. He is now free
of his pain and suffering and can continue to progress. He is survived by his
parents, Chris (Sue Ann) Ludlow, Spanish Fork, Karen (Mike) Montague,
Santaquin; brothers and sisters, LeAnn, Joey, Tiffany, Brandon and Leon;
grandparents, Deon Ludlow, Spanish Fork, Kay and Louise Tischner, Santaquin,
Ray and Edna Montague, Sandy, Vernon and Doris Marshall, Spanish Fork; two
great grandmothers, Edith Tischner, Santaquin, and Norma Montague, Salt Lake
City; and his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by a dear
grandfather, Deon Ludlow, and an uncle, Bradley Tischner. Funeral services
will be Friday, January 21st at 1:00 p.m. in the Santaquin Stake Center, 45
South 500 West. Friends may call at Holladay-Brown Funeral Home, 66 South 300
East, Santaquin, Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday at the church from 11:45 to
12:45 prior to services. Interment, Santaquin City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Marriott, Rebecca Smoot
Rebecca Smoot Marriott 1919 ~ 2005 Rebecca Smoot Marriott, age 85, passed away
on January 17, 2005 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Becky was born on November 20,
1919 in Salt Lake City to Wendell McMeans Smoot and Rebecca Clawson Smoot, and
was the oldest of three children. She attended East High School and graduated
from the University of Utah in 1940 where she majored in theatre, participated
in many plays, and joined a drama club. She was a member of Chi Omega
Sorority. In the 1950's, she was involved with the Children's Theatre of
Washington D.C. through the Junior League. She wrote an original play called
"Trouble with Tricks," which was produced off Broadway in New York City. Becky
was married: twice widowed at a young age, and twice divorced. She enjoyed
many memorable summers with family and friends at her cabin on the Henry's
Fork of the Snake River in Big Springs, Idaho, near Yellowstone National Park.
She loved to play bridge, read good books, and go on nature walks. In later
years, she volunteered for the Salt Lake Valley Republican Party, served on
the LDS Hospital Quilt Board, and was a member of the Town Club. Becky was a
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed
supporting the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Becky is survived by a daughter,
Rebecca Marriott Champion (John W. Jr.) Park City, Utah; a brother, Wendell M.
Smoot, Jr. (Barbara); and was preceded in death by an infant son, William
Smoot Travis; and a brother, Stanley C. Smoot (Diana). The family would like
to thank the many wonderful doctors, nurses and aides at The Residence of
CareSource who treated her with love and kindness during her last year. In
lieu of flowers, a donation in Becky's name to the Henry's Fork Foundation,
P.O. Box 550, Ashton, Idaho 83420; or the CareSource Charitable Foundation,
1624 East 4500 South, Holladay, Utah 84117, would be appreciated. A private
funeral service will be held. Online condolences www.larkinmortuary.com.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/21/2005.


Miller, Emma Webber
Emma Webber Miller Will Be Missed Emma Webber Miller, our beloved mother,
grandmother, great-grand-mother, aunt and friend, passed away at home with her
children by her side on the 16th of January 2005, to meet her husband and
daughter. She is survived by her son, Garry Tim (Giz) Miller; daughters, Ileen
(Tom) Carroll and Carrie Smith; 18 grandchildren; 28 great-grand-children and
four great-great-grand-children. She is preceded in death by her parents,
siblings, husband and daughter, Cheryl Griffiths. Emma will be missed by all
whose lives she touched. We Love You and we will miss you Mom! Funeral
Services will be held Friday, January 21, 2005 at 12:00 noon at the Valley
View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive
friends at a viewing Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral
Home, and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment: Valley View
Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/20/2005.

Murphy, Nelda
Nelda Murphy 1917 ~ 2005 DUCHESNE, UT- Nelda May Beal Murphy, age 87, died
January 15, 2005 at her home. She was born May 18, 1917 in Neola to Raynal
William and Annie Margrette Keel Beal. She married Earvin B. Murphy May 27,
1935 in Provo. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on
May 15, 1964. He died in 1985. She is survived by her children, Maxine
(Howard) Allred, Norma Rae (Lee) Mecham, both of Neola; Douglas (Beth) Murphy,
Vernal; Kathleen "Kathy" (Bill) Thorup, Sandy; 11 grandchildren, 22
great-grand-children with another soon to be born, five
great-great-granddaughters, sisters-in-law Helen C. (Floyd) Beal, Palmer, AK;
Della Murphy Liddell, Salt Lake City; and Winifred B. (Morlin) Murphy,
Riverton. She is preceded in death by her husband Earvin, all her siblings,
grandson Bryce Allred and 22 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held
Thursday, January 20, 2005 at the Bridgeland LDS Chapel. Friends may call
Wednesday evening at the Hullinger Mortuary from 6 - 8 p.m. and one hour prior
to the services at the church. Burial will be in the Neola Cemetery.
www.hullingermortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Ockey, M. Don
M. Don Ockey 1926 ~ 2005 Our loving husband, father and grandfather, Don
Ockey, returned to his Heavenly Father, Jan. 17, 2005. He was born March 28,
1926 in Price, Utah to George and Anna Ockey. He married LaJuana Wall on
October 10, 1956 in Salt Lake City. He worked for the General Services of the
US Postal Services for 22 years, and retired in 1983. Don loved the outdoors
and gardening and helped take care of the landscape of his apartment complex.
He was a member of the LDS Church. Don enjoyed spending time with his son and
granddaughters. Don is survived by his loving wife, LaJuana; son, Eddy (Kim)
and granddaughters, Erica and Erin. Preceded in death by his parents; three
brothers and one sister. Graveside services will be held Friday, January 21st,
2:00 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Cemetery, 6500 S. Redwood Road, with a viewing
one hour prior to services in the mortuary.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Oliver, DeVere
DeVere Flygare Oliver 1915 ~ 2005 LEHI, UT- DeVere Evans Flygare Oliver, age
89 of Lehi, died January 18, 2005 in American Fork, Utah of congestive heart
failure. Born July 12, 1915 in Lehi, Utah to Hyrum and Lillian Evans. Married
Karl Chamberlain Flygare August 19, 1933. Later divorced. Married Charles
Ernest Oliver April 28, 1961. He died November 10, 1985. DeVere was active in
the LDS Church and served in many callings. Survived by her children: Mary
Jean (Grant) Robinson, Alpine; Linda Herrera, Mesa, AZ; Robert (Joann)
Flygare, Orem; Richard (Louise) Flygare, Henderson, NV; Gail (Angela) Oliver,
Kathy Oliver, Sharolyn Herrera, all of Salt Lake City; Richard (Marilyn)
Oliver, Lehi; Rose Ann Hill, California; sister, Zona Steiner, American Fork;
brother, Glen Evans, West Jordan; and many grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters and three
brothers, daughter Karleen Sorenson, and son Burt Oliver. Funeral, Friday,
Jan. 21, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Lehi 2nd Ward LDS chapel, 465 East 300
North. Friends and family may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Wing
Mortuary, 118 E. Main, Lehi, and Friday at the Church one hour prior to
services. Interment, Lehi City Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Patterson, Robert Scott
Robert Scott Patterson 1919 ~ 2005 Robert Scott Patterson, age 85, passed away
on January 13, 2005, in Draper, Utah after a hard fought battle with lymphoma
at the home of one of his children. Scott was born July 4, 1919 in Douglas,
Wyoming to William E. Patterson and Ella Louise Scott. He married Marian
Freckelton on November 13, 1946, in Salt Lake City, Utah. They later divorced
but remained friends throughout their lives. She was at his side during his
illness. They always were together and would hold hands whenever they left the
house. Scott was a remarkable man. He was a horse and cattle rancher outside
of Laramie, Wyoming for many years. He loved his ranch and horses, sagebrush
and the open spaces. He could tame a horse just sensing his spirit. Ranching
taught him many skills and aided him and his family throughout his life. After
completing two years of college in Greeley, Colorado, he served in the Army
Air Corps during World War II and was stationed in Hawaii. Scott was known for
his great ability to "fix" things. He would travel the neighborhood fixing
things for people on the block where he lived. He loved to travel around the
country by motorcycle with his son. Scott loved his family. He is survived by
his ex-wife, Marian, and two daughters, Sally Anne Brown-Yannone (John), and
Janice Lee Patrick, and one son, Robert Scott. He has 11 grandchildren and two
great-grandsons. He is preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Jim
and Elmer, and son-in-law. A special thanks goes to Frankie and Freddie from
Rocky Mountain Hospice and Dr. Shami and Allan from the VA hospital for their
dedication. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, January 22,
2005, at the home of John and Sally Anne Brown-Yannone at 11582 Sweet Berry
Drive in Draper from 5-7 p.m. Please join his family and friends as they
remember his well-lived life. Papa will be missed very much by his family and
friends.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Price, Merron E.
Merron E. Price 1917 ~ 2005 Merron E. Price, 87, passed away January 16, 2005
in Las Vegas, NV. Merron was born June 18, 1917, to Joseph and Annie Ingram
Price. He married Phyllis Worthington on June 22, 1938 in the Manti LDS
Temple. Phyllis passed away on November 13, 1984. He married Aleen Field Reid
on July 13, 1985. Merron spent his life in Nephi, working 35 years at the
Nephi Rubber Plant. He was active in the Scouting program for 30 years, eight
years working as a Scoutmaster. He received the Second Miler, and the Silver
Beaver awards for his dedication to young men in the scouting program. As a
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints he held several
positions. He served as a member of the bishopric in the First and Fourth
wards. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed growing many vegetables and flowers
which were enjoyed by his friends and neighbors. Merron and his wife Aleen
spent the winter months in Overton, Nevada, returning to Nephi in the Spring.
Merron is survived by his wife Aleen, one son Stephen of Nephi, two daughters
Mrs. Fred L. (JoAnn) Gowers of Las Vegas, NV; and Mrs. Arthur (Marlene) Olivas
of Ogden, UT. He is also survived by his step children Carolyn Farhet of St
Paul, MN; Paula Turner of Eagle Mountain, UT; Charles Reid of Danbury, Iowa
and David Reid of Salt Lake City, UT. He had six grandchildren, and 17
great-grandchildren. He also had 19 step-grandchildren and 15
step-great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, 22 January
2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the Nephi 3rd-5th LDS ward church, 345 E. 500 N., Nephi,
Utah. Friends my call at the Anderson Funeral Home, Friday from 6-8 p.m. and
at the chapel Saturday one hour prior to the services. Interment will be at
the Vine Bluff Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Sarris Sr., Pete L.
Pete L. Sarris Sr. 1922 ~ 2005 Pete L. Sarris Sr., 82, passed away January 16,
2005 in Bountiful, Utah. He was born April 1, 1922 in Salt Lake City, Utah a
son of Louis and Cannella Karafotis Sarris. He was reared in Layton. Pete
served in the US Army 37th Combat Engineer Battalion in World War II. He was
awarded the Purple Heart Award. He married Marie Callis, they later divorced.
Pete married Patricia Connie Chappatt May 3, 1962. Pete was a manager at
Cowboy Oil and retired from Gibbons and Read in 1978. Throughout his life he
was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church. Pete is survived by his wife,
Patricia Connie; son, Lou (Ann) Sarris of Salt Lake City; one brother, William
Sarris of Rancho Mirage, CA; two grandchildren, Pete Sarris Jr. and Nichole
Garner. Proceeded in death by his daughter, Karen Enniss; granddaughter
Rebecca Enniss, one brother Dean Sarris and one sister Maxine Killian. Funeral
services will be held 11 a.m. Monday January 24, 2005 at Lindquist's Bountiful
Mortuary, 727 North 400 E. with Reverend Father Jon Emanuelson of the Holy
Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church officiating. Friends may call Sunday,
January 23 from 6-8 p.m. Trisagion Prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. Viewing
will also be held Monday one hour prior to services. Interment at Lakeview
Memorial Park. e-mail condolences to lbm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Simonsen, Morris
Morris Simonsen 5/22/24 ~ 1/16/05 Morris passed away on January 16, 2005 at
home. He was born on May 22, 1924 in Emery, Utah. Morris served in World war
II with an honorable discharge. He married Norma Jensen on July 7, 1947 in
Emery, Utah. Morris is survived by his children; Firlene (Kirk) Barton, and
Bobby (Jerry) Gibbins, son-in-law; Charles Walker, brother; Max Simonsen,
sisters; Alene Christensen, and Lucine Young, seven grandchildren, and eight
great grandchildren. Morris was preceded in death by his wife Norma and his
daughter Sherrie Walker, two sisters and one brother. Graveside services will
be held on Friday, January 21, 2005, at the Ogden City Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.
Friends and family are invited to call on Thursday, January 20, 2005, from 6
to 8 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Smith, N. Wayne
N. Wayne Smith 1919 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father and grandfather N.
Wayne Smith died suddenly Jan. 16, 2005 after many years of ill health,
surrounded by his loving family. Born June 24, 1919 in Logan, Utah to Newel W.
and Natilla Comish Smith where he lived and grew up. Married Ramona Hill Aug.
11, 1978 in the Salt Lake L.D.S. Temple. Wayne was an active member of the
L.D.S. Church and had served five full time Missions and held many leadership
positions. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II in Maritime service and
was 1st class petty officer in the Engine Dept. He was a school teacher and
taught mostly in Davis School district and presently served as a volunteer in
the Riverton area elementary schools. Survived by his wife Ramona, children
David Wayne Smith, Donna Mehr, Clair (Dan) Rager, Marie Elliott, Katherine
(Dal) Sellers and Jared (Ashlee) Smith, 16 grandchildren and one
great-grandson. Preceded in death by son Justin Wayne and daughter Patricia
Rollo, brother Dale Smith, three sisters Ruth Allen, Lila Sargent, and Lettie
Brandon. Funeral Service will be held Thurs. at 11:00 a.m. at the Summerhill
Stake, 12120 So. 1300 W. Friends may call Wed. evening from 6-8 p.m. at the
Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 So. 2200 W. and on Thurs. one hour prior.

Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Spratt, Madge and Samuel
Madge & Samuel Spratt Happy Anniversary THE ONE TRUE LOVE
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Summers, David Lee
David Lee Summers 1941 ~ 2005 David Lee Summers retired from work a little
earlier than expected in his home Jan. 15, 2005. Pop was born on Aug. 12, 1941
to Joseph Newton and Juanita Bybee Summers in Anaconda, MT. Dave is the
youngest of his two brothers and three sisters. Pop served a Spanish-American
LDS mission in Southern Texas and his country as a U.S. Marines. He met his
match, LaRae Shipley, 40 years ago and has been lovingly doting over her ever
since. He lived a life of service in work, in church, and in his family. He is
survived by his pride and joy- his family, which includes his wife LaRae, his
children: Ryatt (Kelli), Ray (Kari), Russ (Amie), Ruth (Arn) Kniffen, Rachel
(Shane) Nerdin, Rance (Emily), Rich (Awbree), and 29 grandchildren ranging in
age from 12 years to 3 on the way. He will be greatly missed every Sunday at
family dinner, at Boy's Camp, and all the days in between. Services will be
held at 11 a.m. Friday Jan. 21st at the Sandy Utah Central Stake Center, 1050
E. Galena Dr. Viewing will be Thursday, Jan. 20th, 6-8 p.m. at the Broomhead
Funeral Home, 12600 So. 2200 W. Riverton and one hour prior Friday at the
church. Interment Utah Veterans Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Swenson, Diana Lynn Higbee
Diana Lynn Higbee Swenson Happy Journey Our Love Beloved wife of Paul R.
Swenson, Diana Lynn Swenson, passed away January 17, 2005 in Salt Lake City,
Utah. She was born August 21, 1950 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Clifford "Cliff"
Higbee and Doris Higbee. She married Paul R. Swenson February 29, 1980 in Salt
Lake City. She was raised in the Rose Park area of Salt Lake City. She
graduated from West High School. For the past 22 years she has resided in
Phoenix, AZ, Eugene, OR, Moorpark, CA and Plano, TX. She moved back to Salt
Lake City July 22, 2004. She is survived by her husband; children, Jamie and
Brandon; grandchildren, Anthony, Ashley and Britney; brothers, Clifford (Lee)
and Kevin; sisters, Joanne (Doug) Erskine and Renea Parker and parents.
Graveside services will be held Friday, January 21, 2005, 3:00 p.m. at Larkin
Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah where friends may call from
1:45 to 2:45p.m. prior to the graveside. In lieu of flowers the family
suggests donations may be made to Primary Children's Medical Center.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/20/2005.

Walden, Betty Jean
Betty Jean Walden 11/27/29 ~1/17/05 Betty Jean Walden, age 75, passed away on
January 17, 2005, in Kaysville, Utah. She was born November 27, 1929, in
Seminole, Oklahoma, to Arthur Wood and Liddy Cornelia Tallant. Betty married
George L Walden on July 7, 1951, in Holdenville, Oklahoma. Their marriage was
later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple on February 26, 1965. During their
early marriage, they traveled all over the country as a result of his work.
George L preceded her in death on October 26, 1999. Betty was a faithful
member of the LDS Church, serving in many callings in the Primary and Relief
Society. She loved the Lord and her family. Betty had a quiet, loving
personality but wasn't afraid to speak her mind when needed. She especially
loved red roses, soap operas and baseball - she could quote players and stats
with "the best of them." Among her greatest joys in life were her grandkids
and great-grandkids. Betty is survived by daughters: Debby Walden and Vicki
(Royd) Waters; son, Kim (Judy) Walden. She is also survived by her sister,
Joyce (Elton) Green of Marshall, Texas, five grandchildren, six
step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Betty is preceded in death by
her parents, brothers Melvin and Joe, and sisters Isabel, Irene and Lorene.
Funeral services will be Friday, Jan. 21, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Kaysville
13th Ward, 875 East 200 North. Friends and family may call Thursday from 6 to
8 p.m. at Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary, 400 North Main and Friday from 9:30
to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 17111
So. Camp Williams Road, Riverton, Utah. e-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 1/19/2005.

Williams, Avis Arlene Japhet
Avis Arlene Japhet Williams 1923 ~ 2005 WEST HAVEN - Avis A. Williams, 81,
passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 17, 2005. She was born
November 6, 1923 in Scott City, Kansas to Frank Charles Japhet and Cecyle
Susan Young. She lost her mother at a very young age and was lovingly raised
by her Aunt Mabel and Uncle Harley Wilcox. Avis was raised and schooled in
Seneca, Kansas, graduating from Seneca High School with high honors. She was a
member of the Methodist congregation and often sang with the choir. Following
her graduation she attended business school in Denver, Colorado. Upon
returning to Kansas, she worked as an office manager in a doctor's office.
Avis met her husband of 55 years, Jack Wesley Williams, at Fort Riley, Kansas.
Avis and Jack were married November 14, 1942. Jack passed away October 23,
1997. Their first child, Jack Jr. was born while his father was serving
overseas in Germany during World War II. Following the war they moved to Idaho
for a short time, then settled in Utah. Mom always said that her greatest
accomplishment and joy in life was raising her four sons. Avis was a very
loving, caring, giving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be
greatly missed by all who knew her. Avis is survived by three sons, Jack W.
(Sue) Williams, West Haven; David E. (Joy) Williams, Bountiful; Michael J.
(Christina) Williams, North Salt Lake; 12 grandchildren, Jodie, Patty, Donnie,
Johnnie, Sherri, Chad, Cindy, Greg, Kristi, Aimee, Jason and Nick; many
great-grandchildren; a sister, Lilian (Aunty) Gibson, Topeka, Kansas; a
brother, Donald Japhet, Durango, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her
parents, her husband and a son, Donald Dean Williams, who passed away February
1, 2001. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Lindquist's Roy
Mortuary, 3333 West 5600 South. Friends and family may call at the mortuary
Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment,
Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park. Email condolences to the family
at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune from 1/19/2005 - 1/20/2005.