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About Olpin Stevens Funeral Home
Located in the heart of Fillmore, Utah, Olpin Stevens Funeral Home has been a trusted and compassionate provider of funeral services to the local community for many years. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, this funeral home has established itself as a beacon of hope and support during difficult times.
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Olpin Stevens Funeral Home has a long-standing reputation for providing personalized and dignified funeral services that cater to the unique needs of each family. Their experienced staff is dedicated to ensuring that every detail is carefully attended to, from the initial consultation to the final farewell. With a focus on honoring the lives of loved ones, they strive to create meaningful and memorable experiences that bring comfort and solace to those who are grieving.
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Address: 55 W 200 S, Fillmore, UT, 84631
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Joan Arc Duncan - November 17, 1933 - June 28, 2021
Departed: 06/28/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Kernersville, NC – Joan Arc Cronin Duncan, 87, passed away on June 28, 2021, at Kernersville Medical Center. She was born in Lincoln County, Mississippi to the late Mary Dorcas Britt and Casper Carl Cronin. Joan met her husband, David, in New Orleans, while he was serving in the US Navy. Their instant friendship turned into a 64-year long marriage. Joan was considered a master seamstress and having a collection of many different sewing machines. She was an avid gardener and loved growing her peanuts. Joan made it a mission to bring her Mississippi Cajun Cuisine with her wherever she went. She was clever, witty, and may have been small in stature, but was a force to be reckoned with.In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her son, Stacy Duncan; and her sister, Lois Pearl.Surviving are her husband, David Duncan; son, Todd Duncan (Polly); five grandchildren, Ryan Duncan, Savannah Chamberlain (Mandy), Kyle Duncan (Jason), Cody Marble, Colten Marble (Shawn); and one great grandchild, Catherine Marble.
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Sarah Ann Parker Nez - May 23, 1950 - June 16, 2021
Departed: 06/16/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Sarah Ann Parker Nez, 71, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021 in Fillmore, Utah. She was born May 23, 1950 in Gallup, New Mexico to Leo Parker, Jr & Irene Adakai Miller. She was married November 6, 1971 in Gallup, New Mexico to Jackson Nez. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple.Sarah was raised in Gallup, NM, but lived in different areas in New Mexico, Arizona, Wyoming, and Utah, but settled in Fillmore and Kanosh, Utah where she raised her family. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where she had served in many callings including as a youth Missionary.Sarah was a wonderful, loving Mother and wife. She was very friendly and kind hearted. She was always willing to help out others in need. Her hobbies included cooking, baking and sewing. She enjoyed listening to oldies and classical country music. She loved reading books and watching old western, action, and karate movies. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, drawing, coloring and gardening. She loved her pets (dogs & cats), yellow roses and the color green.Sarah is survived by her Husband Jackson; children: Shannon (Ashley) Nez of Bluffdale, Utah; Jarrett Nez of Kanosh, UT; Summer Nez of Bluffdale, UT; Jesse (Trienke) Nez of Edwardsville, KS; brothers: Lawrence Miller of Denver, CO and Louie Miller of Salt Lake City, UT; sisters: Grace Parker of Manulito, NM; Angie Miller of Albuquerque, NM; Jeannie Becenti of Del Norte, CO; Gloria Parker of Farmington, NM; Judy Dixon of Cedar City, UT; 11 grandchildren: Jet, Nevaeh, Camri, Calli Cydni, Cazli, Promise, Jackson, Bella, Wyatt, and Liam. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandsons: Parker Jay Nez and Jack D. Sisson; siblings: Maxine Long, Francis Miller, Donald Miller, Robert Parker, Eddie Parker and Laberta Parker.Funeral Services will be held Monday, June 21, 2021 at 12:00 noon in the Fillmore 1st and 4th Ward Chapel. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Interment will be in the Fillmore City Cemetery under the care of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. The Funeral will be streamed and available at this link: https://youtu.be/0aruIUU73Jw. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Maxine Betty Jean Herdman - March 24, 1925 - April 30, 2021
Departed: 04/30/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Maxine Betty Jean Hecke Herdman, aged 96, passed away on Friday, April 30th at the Pines of Sarasota Nursing Home in Sarasota, Florida. She was the loving wife of Frank K. Herdman, who passed away in 2002.Born in Kansas City, Kansas in 1925, to Myrtle Schweder and Theodore Hecke, Maxine enjoyed her childhood competing in regional and national trick horse competitions. Maxine also excelled in her grade school and high school courses. It was during this time she met the love of her life, Frank, and eloped with him on the eve of WW2. During the war, Maxine lived with her relations in California, where Frank joined her proceeding his service in the war. They had three children they raised together: Shannon (currently living in Kentucky), Frank Jr. (currently living in Florida), and Larry (currently living in Utah). Maxine and Frank Sr. moved from California in the late 70s to their spanish-styled home in Fillmore, Utah. Maxine and Frank Sr. in their later years dreamed of retiring to Florida. After Frank Sr. passed from a long battle with cancer in 2002, Maxine realized their dream and moved to Florida, where she’s been close to her son Frank Jr.Maxine was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed spending time outside for walks, gardening, card games, baking, cooking, painting, and enjoyed a good movie. She will be remembered for her kindness, fearlessness, creativity, hard work, and incredible stamina for life. She always loved having family around and had a generous heart.Maxine is survived by her three children: Shannon (Michael), Frank Jr., Larry (LeAnne); six grandchildren: Chad, Craig, Jason, Brooke, Brittany, and Kelsey; and twelve great-grandchildren: Kaylie, Kaden, Tyler, Sophie, Lillian, Tatum, Grant, Elle, Avery, Phoebe, Norah, and Leland. Maxine is preceded in death by her husband Frank, brother Ted Hecke, her parents, and all her extended family.Maxine will be greatly missed by her family whose lives are filled with sweet memories of her life. Maxine was the best of the best.The graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 22nd, at 1:00 PM at the Fillmore City Cemetery. Online condolence can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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John Ralston Staheli - May 17, 1933 - April 23, 2021
Departed: 04/23/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: John Ralston Staheli – devoted family patriarch, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and humble servant of the Lord - peacefully passed away at his home on April 23, 2021 at the age of 87 of causes incident to age. He often referred to himself as “a simple man”, but he lived an amazing life, found fulfillment in the relationships he had with others, and was proud of his service as a Korean War Era veteran.All who knew him were inspired by his smile, enthusiasm, optimistic attitude, humility and openness in sharing truth. He leaves a legacy of selfless service and an abiding love for everyone he met. He was good natured, warm, caring, compassionate, energetic and a hard worker. One could not be around John without being uplifted. He believed that every person was a unique piece of the puzzle and an important part of the whole. Anybody that visited his home could be expected to sign a piece of his very own jigsaw puzzle that he kept to show how the puzzle would not be complete without everybody, no matter who you are.Have you ever seen an old cowboy? John asked this question many times in good humor referencing himself. John was a lover of horses and was often found riding, breaking, training and shoeing them. Throughout his life he owned 187! He was often seen in his boots and cowboy hat, and will be remembered playing “Turkey in the Straw'' on his harmonica and yodelling as well as Gene Autry. We will miss hearing his music and feeling the joy that he carried with him everywhere.He will also be remembered as a great missionary – a man who went the extra mile to bring others unto Christ and whose faith never wavered. He served in many callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints throughout his life and was noted to have faithfully magnified each. He was an inspirational example of a disciple of our Savior and all that can be accomplished by a humble and faithful individual who places his complete trust in the Lord.John was born on May 17, 1933 in Enterprise, Utah to Beulah and Clarence Staheli – the 7th child in a family of 11 children. He is survived by his loving wife, Kaye, his sisters Mary, Colleen, Barbara, and Anna, his children Bobbi, Mike, Kevin, Jimmy, Melonie, Mitzi, Maegan, Brad, Kathy, and Nonya Ree, his former spouse Janice Bowers, and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Patty Lou Staheli and his siblings Stan, Bert, Ken, Jim, Evelyn, and Ferol.Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 1 at 1:00 PM at the Enterprise, Utah Cemetery. Burial Arrangements are under the direction of Olpin Stevens funeral Home.John is headed to the last roundup. The family wishes to express their love and gratitude for all of those who will be in attendance and those who would be if they could.
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Ivie Olsen Peterson - August 11, 1925 - March 29, 2021
Departed: 03/29/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Ivie Olsen Peterson passed from this life the evening of March 29, 2021 in Delta, Utah, at the age of 95. She was born on August 11, 1925, to Grantly Lamar and Vivian Ivie Olsen in Scipio, Utah.She met Carl Reuben Peterson when they were attending Millard High School in Fillmore, Utah. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple August 11, 1943, the day she turned eighteen. They enjoyed a wonderful, productive life together, happily involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and raising their two sons. The most important focus in her life was always her family. She became a licensed beautician in 1967 and worked for 25 years at Ivy’s Beauty Salon in Pacific Grove, CA. Her hands were never idle. She was always busy serving others by making quilts or hotpads, fixing meals, or doing people’s hair. Her favorite hobbies were quilting and crocheting. She loved nature and noticed and could identify every tree and flower. After Carl and Ivie retired in 1993, they left Seaside, CA, and moved back to Fillmore to be close to family.Her brother (Jay) and sister (Wilma) preceded her in death. Ivie is survived by her two sons, Nyles Grant Peterson (Barbara) and Carl Todd Peterson (Lynette), 10 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren. Ivie is cherished by all her family.Ivie's family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of Millard Care and Rehabilitation in Delta, Utah, for the loving care given to our mother during her final years.A viewing for family and friends will be held Saturday, April 10, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Olpin Stevens Funeral Home in Fillmore, Utah. It will be followed by an 11:00 a.m. graveside service at the Fillmore Cemetery. Online condolences can be expressed at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com
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Emilio Martinez - May 29, 1934 - March 14, 2021
Departed: 03/14/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Fillmore, Utah - Emilio Martinez was called home by God to join his daughter Emily on Sunday, March 14th, 2021, from the peace of his bed. The father of five was kept company in his last days by his loving wife and his daughter Barbara. Born May 29th, 1934, he forged through life for nearly 87 years, leaving a trail of wisdom and wit for those around him to follow. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jennie Martinez, his daughter Barbara Hinton, and his sons Vince, Arthur, and Greg Martinez. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Emily Gibbs.Emilio was a multi-talented man, who was greatly appreciative of the simple pleasures in life that many miss in the chaos. He enjoyed hunting and fishing whenever he could, and always helped those in need. He retired from the Bureau of Land Management after a long career spent serving his community. He was a firefighter and heavy equipment operator, with a knack for dry jokes and a mischievous smile. He has 15 grandchildren and 31 great grandkids. He is also survived by the last of his eleven siblings, his sister, Tia Sue Oglesby. Emilio will be missed by family and friends and all who knew him; he was truly blessed.Mourners can pay their respects for Emilio on the 25th of March, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at Olpin Stevens Funeral Home, located at 55 West 200 South in Fillmore, Utah. A Catholic Mass will be held at the Holy Family Catholic church at 445 South 200 East Fillmore Utah from 7pm to 8pm.Anyone wishing to leave condolences online may do so at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Reveau Christensen Newby - September 01, 1924 - March 12, 2021
Departed: 03/12/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Reveau Christensen Newby 96, passed away peacefully Friday March 12, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Reveau was born Sept 1, 1924 at home in Kanosh Utah, the 2nd child of 5 children born to Freda George Christensen and Charles Emory Christensen. Preceded in death by her husband Ward D Newby, brothers: Verge and Vernon Christensen, Sister Arlene Christensen McNamara and a grandson, Adam Lynn NewbyReveau is survived by her 4 children, Sons: D. L. Newby, Paul LaMont Newby (Chris), and daughters: Jan Reveau Newby Sorensen (Brad), Lee Ann Newby Brady; Also sister Leah Robinson.Reveau enjoyed a long and beautiful life, one full of family and friends. Her heart was filled full with the love of 17 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren, many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, who were often in her home, loved her and will miss her greatly. With so many friends along the way, either through her church activities, her work associates, or the neighborhood friends she made, she was rich and blessed with many who loved her. Reveau was a Utah native whose family was a big part of the settling of Kanosh Utah. She loved Utah as her home and never thought of living anywhere else. Leaving Kanosh at age 18, only to move to SLC, she was happy to return to Kanosh in her retirement in 1980. She enjoyed gardening, playing pinochle and traveling. The California coast was a favorite place to visit of hers. She traveled to Oregon, Washington State, Nauvoo Illinois, Yellowstone Park and the Hawaiian IslandsA Viewing will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Olpin Stevens Funeral Home(55 W 200 S, Fillmore, UT). Following the viewing a service of remembrance will be held 12:00 pm. also at the Funeral Home. The funeral will be live streamed and available at this link: https://youtu.be/tsO77I5b1Pg Interment will follow at the Kanosh Cemetery. Online Condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Barbara Ann Williams - February 07, 1935 - March 02, 2021
Departed: 03/02/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Barbara Ann Williams passed away March 2, 2021, at age 86. Born in Carson City, Nevada February 7, 1935, she was the daughter of Leland Birch and Mae Birch (Cahoon).Bobby, as Mae affectionately called her, grew up on a small farm outside of Fillmore Utah in the Pahvant Range. There she loved working on the farm with the family and attending Millard high school where she enjoyed being a cheer leader and studies. In her dating years, her Dad would tease that he was keeping her from holding hands with the boys because her hands smelled like the cows she hand milked.Barbara attended Utah State University with a scholarship, and in drama, play write, debate and speaking. She enjoyed education and the many opportunities of speaking publicly and expanding her many talents. In 1955, Barbara married Harold (Alan) Wood of Holden UT and had three children. She later married Gerald Williams of Malad Idaho in 1998.Barbara loves the spirit and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints. She served in many positions including in Ward and Stake Relief Society. She went on to become a Reiki Master and practiced with dedication for more than 25 years helping, healing and devoting herself to the care of those in need. She was a teacher and helped many gain their certifications. Throughout her life, she reached out and up.She loved the sayings from her mother, well the safe ones to say in public, “Bobby, it doesn’t matter what happens to you, it is what you do with it.” This led her to master many difficulties in her life, self-heal and understand the physical and spiritual needs of others.Barbara was preceded in death by her Mother, Father, step father Harold Cahoon, Brother and his wife and her 17 year old cat diamond. Her three children are LeeAnn Wood (Millcreek UT), Steve Wood (Laura) (Salt Lake City UT), and Robin Wood Jex (Hooper, UT). She has 11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchild. Many of whom affectionately call her grandma monkeys. A viewing will be held at Olpin Stevens Funeral Home (55 W 200 S, Fillmore, UT) on Friday, March 12, 2021 at 12:00 noon. The funeral services are to be held at the same location at 1:00 PM. Immediately following the funeral, the internment will be held at the Fillmore City Cemetery. The link to the funeral stream can be found at https://youtu.be/xycI2IKr_R0
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Janet McBride Nowell - July 17, 1938 - February 16, 2021
Departed: 02/16/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: My sweet mom, Janet McBride Nowell, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2021 in South Jordan, Utah with her son Matt and daughter-in-law Melissa at her side.Janet was born July 17, 1938 to Gene and Lillian McBride, in Fillmore, Utah. She loved growing up there and returned often throughout her life to visit family and friends. She graduated from Millard High School in 1956 and continued her education by graduating from Utah State University in 1960. She was a proud Aggie but remembered the cold winters. So cold, that after graduation, she worked in Anaheim, California for a short period, and then returned to Utah to teach in Salt Lake City for 35 years, with most of those years spent at Highland High School. She loved being a teacher, valued education, and enjoyed hearing from her students over the years.She married her love, John Nowell, on December 18th, 1965, in Fillmore. Together they lived primarily in their house in Midvale, Utah. Their son Matthew was born to them in 1971; she absolutely adored him. She was also blessed with her stepchildren Will, Jerry, Danny, and Lorie, whom she loved and had great relationships with. After retiring in 1997, she enjoyed traveling with John, until his passing in 2005.Janet loved to travel, to shop, to read, to watch sports, especially with Matt, to go to the theater, and really enjoyed when many of these activities could be combined. She had wonderful trips to places near and far including New York City, Ireland, California, Switzerland, Paris, Japan, and one long cross-country road trip in her Z28 Camaro. She particularly enjoyed going to the Sunset Beach, NC with Matt, Melissa, Parker, Tate, and Finn in her later years.She is survived by her son Matt (Melissa), her stepchildren William (Kathy), Jerry (Dee), Daniel (Marcia), and Lorie (Frederick), 14 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, her brother Jack (Edna) and many loving nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband John, her parents Gene and Lillian, her sisters Barbara and Mary, and her brother Mack.Special thanks go to the crew at Sagewood for giving her such good care her last few years and to Canyon Hospice.Her family will hold a Zoom memorial for her on Sunday, February 28th at 2PM. Comment or contact Matt Nowell for details. She will be laid to rest with a socially-distancing graveside dedication on Saturday, February 27th at 1PM in the Fillmore City Cemetery. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Craig Gordon Kimball - March 10, 1931 - February 12, 2021
Departed: 02/12/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Craig Gordon Kimball.
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Bonnie Edwards Hone - December 10, 1933 - January 28, 2021
Departed: 01/28/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Bonnie Edwards Hone, of Meadow, Utah, passed away on January 28, 2021, at the age of 87.Bonnie Hone lived life as if it was an adventure full of challenges to be met. Whether it was heading off to college, traveling to Germany as a young woman with a baby, opening one of the first take-home Harman’s KFC, loving and nurturing grandchildren, or making pottery, she approached it with zest and a smile.Bonnie was an excellent athlete who skied with the pros at Park City, won the State Golf Championship in New Mexico, and loved flyfishing the big rivers in Montana.Bonnie’s children and grandchildren will remember her spicy sense of humor, sassy spirit, devotion to family, elegant style, and of course, her delicious holiday meals.She was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple to her husband of 67 years, Ronald Garn Hone. They have four daughters that have inherited all of her traits but one; Ronda McQuade and husband Ronnie Garner, Laura Hone, Stephanie Hone, Jennifer Friedman and husband Jeff. The Cardshark’s grandchildren are Jamie, Laura and husband Ben, Ronnie and wife Angela, Joseph, Stephen and wife Chani, Erica and husband Brian, Carly, Travis Garner and partner Jenna, and Logan Garner; great grandchildren Maya, Aarav, Charlie, Brendan, Connor, and Rowan; and brother Glayde Edwards and wife Donna.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 31, in Meadow, Utah. Time and location to be determined. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Phillip Angus Blad - July 08, 1950 - January 25, 2021
Departed: 01/25/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Our beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Teacher, Coach and Friend, Phillip Angus Blad, returned to his Heavenly home on Monday, January 25, 2021 in Provo, Utah, at age 70. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and children when he peacefully left this mortal life.Phil was born July 8, 1950 in Payson, Utah, and was the sixth of nine children born to Loueda Allan Blad and Carl Hamblin Blad. He was finally able to embrace his older sister Carla Jean, who returned to her Heavenly home at birth. Phil was one of seven rowdy boys and one angelic sister. He married his sweetheart, Sharon Mae Simmons on August 25, 1972 in the St. George, Utah Temple. They were blessed with five beautiful children, Chris, Shanette, Dave, Mike and Stacia. In his life history, Phil recorded that his mom told him he was born two weeks early because of a car accident that scared him right out of her, and that he had been a terror ever since that time. He lived in Payson, Utah until he was one and then his family moved to Salem, Utah where his father ran the local gas station. Salem was a wonderful place for a young boy to live. Living next to the Salem Pond was Heaven on earth for an adventurous young boy who loved to fish, hunt birds, swim and ice skate! Phil loved the outdoors and spent many days chasing birds, fishing and swimming in the pond, playing in the ditch, and walking in the lower fields looking for snakes, squirrels, frogs and other interesting creatures that sometimes got him in trouble!He developed a love of sports by watching his older brothers play, and started playing little league baseball when he was seven years old. Phil participated in the Pentathlon from ages 8-11 and won the local school and regional contest 4 years in a row. He was lucky enough to finish 11th, 3rd, 2nd and 1st in the SLC finals.Phil lettered in football, baseball, basketball and track at Spanish Fork High School. He was also Seminary President his senior year and graduated in 1968. He received a leadership and baseball scholarship to BYU, where he attended for one year before serving a two year mission to the Japan West Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He loved the Japanese people! Before his mission, Phil had been drafted by several major league baseball organizations and was hoping to pursue a career in professional baseball when he returned, but due to health issues was unable to pursue that dream.He then attended UNLV, where he met and married his eternal companion, then moved to Cedar City, Utah where he attended SUSC and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Mrs. Kennison, Phil’s 7th grade teacher, was his inspiration to become a teacher. He moved his family to Kanosh, Utah in 1981 and was fortunate enough to teach 7th and 8th grade Algebra, Science, Health and PE at the Fillmore Middle School for 31 years. His classroom was adorned with deer, elk, fish, ducks, water fowl, fox and a bald eagle. He created an atmosphere of adventure and learning. He loved his students and could see the value and potential in each one. He was named Teacher of the Year in 2005-2006 for Fillmore Middle School.Phil was an endless prankster and loved to tease his fellow co-workers and students. He cherished his time with those he taught, coached and worked with. He coached many sports from little league baseball and football to Junior High wrestling and girl’s Junior High basketball, as well as High School baseball and wrestling. He developed lifelong friendships with those he coached and coached with. He helped accomplish seven state championships.He served in many church callings including Scout Master, Primary, Sunday School, Young Mens, Stake Girl’s Camp Quartermaster, Ward Missionary, Manti Temple Ordinance Worker and Home Teacher. He loved all of his callings but his favorite was scouting. Phil had a passion for hunting and fishing. He cherished his many hunting and fishing trips with his brothers and sons. If Phil wasn’t catching fish, everyone knew there were no fish to be caught! One of his greatest joys in life was spending time at the cabin at Otter Creek, which he helped design and build. He felt the cabin was a peaceful and sacred place and he loved to be there with his family. He looked forward twice a year to the couples’ reunion with his siblings and their spouses, where there were always games, great food and that contagious jovial laughter from the Blad brothers, which could be heard from a mile away.Phil had a love for life, a positive attitude and always saw the best in people. Despite his health limitations, he always had a smile on his face, never complained and enjoyed making people laugh. He cherished his country and his membership in the church. He had a strong testimony of the gospel and of Jesus Christ.His greatest joy was his family. He took pride in his 20 grandchildren, ages 5-25, and tried to support them in their various sports and activities. Phil is survived by his wife, Sharon Blad, children, Chris (Melanie) Blad, Shanette (Brent) Bergener, Dave Blad, Mike (Sarah) Blad, Stacia (Josh) Leugers, and 20 amazing grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Blaine Blad, DeVon (Pauline) Blad, Merlin (Lois) Blad, Rinda (Ray) Christensen, DaleLynn (Denine) Blad, Paul (Carolyn) Blad, Kent (Ann) Blad. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Loueda Blad, sister Carla Jean Blad, sister-in-law Janell Blad, nephew Allan Blad and Ken DeVon Christensen, sister-in-law Virginia Blad.Funeral services will be held Monday, February 1, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Kanosh Ward Church. A viewing will be held for friends and family on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Olpin Stevens Mortuary in Fillmore, Utah. There will be a viewing for family Monday, February 1, 2021 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Kanosh Ward Church. Interment will be at the Kanosh Cemetery under the direction of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com. Funeral is to be attended by family only but, everyone is invited to watch the Funeral Stream at https://youtu.be/bHaumG8-Xvc. To all those attending please practice social distancing and wear a mask.
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Myrna McInelly Watts - February 06, 1938 - January 19, 2021
Departed: 01/19/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Myrna McInelly Watts (82) peacefully returned to the arms of her awaiting Heavenly Father and her loving husband, on January 19, 2021 at the Utah Valley Hospital in Provo Utah.Myrna was born February 6, 1938 to Arthur McInelly and Twila Moosman. She was the fifth child in a family of nine. They grew up in a small home in Escalante, Ut, where as a close-knit family they learned to work and play hard together.She graduated from Escalante High School in 1956 and soon after married Hal Davis Barker on May 20,1958. Together they had five children. Bonnie, Darwin, Kenneth, Scott and Lynette. They later divorced. She then married her eternal companion Scott Harvey Watts on August 29, 1987. They built a wonderful life together in Kanosh, surrounded by friends and neighbors, serving in the community they loved. They were sealed in the Manti temple for time and all eternity on May 4, 2019, where they had previously served as temple workers for nearly four years.Myrna loved to cook. Anyone that went to their house could expect to find fresh baked cookies in the cookie jar, and a deluxe three course meal on the table. If you stayed long enough you might even find yourself with a list of things to do. She was a very high energy, goal driven, detail oriented person who never napped, and was always looking for her next gaming partner. She was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, who would leave at the drop of a hat to serve her family or friends. She loved anything to do with her family including reunions, sporting events, or just a good visit on the couch.Myrna is survived by her children, Bonnie (John) Clemons, Darwin (Mary Ann) Barker, Kenny Barker, Scott (Teresa) Barker, and Lynette (Matt) Liston. Also, Scotts children, Danny Watts, Shirley (Tom) Klosiewski, Daril Watts, and Luke (Cheri) Watts. She also leaves behind a brother Chan McInelly (passed away 1/21/21), sisters Mary (Sherrel) Davis, Judy (Lynn) Griffin, and Grena Kay (Mike) Searle, sister-in-laws Emma Lou McInelly and Phyllis McInelly and all of her dearly loved grandchildren and great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Scott Watts, parents, Arthur and Twila McInelly, brothers, Wells McInelly, Kent McInelly, Dave (Yoland) McInelly, and AJ McInelly. Also, a sister-in-law Betty McInelly, daughter in law Brenda Barker, and great grandson Zander Barker. Funeral services will be January 30, 2021 at 1:00 pm in the Kanosh Ward Meeting House. A viewing will be held where friends and family can pay their last respects from 10:00 am till 12:00 pm earlier that day. Please wear a mask and abide by all social distancing guidelines. Interment will be in the Kanosh Cemetery under the direction of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be expressed at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com. link to the funeral stream is: https://youtu.be/SNG3wIbx9C4
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Scott Harvey Watts - August 29, 1943 - January 15, 2021
Departed: 01/15/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Scott Harvey Watts, 77, passed away holding hands with his eternal sweetheart on Friday January 15, 2021 at Utah Valley Hospital in Provo Utah. Scott was born on August 29, 1943 in Richfield Utah. He was the second child of Milo Watts and Cleown Winget Watts. He grew up in Kanosh Utah where he spent his time farming, training horses and fixing motors. He graduated from Millard High School in 1961, and then went on to graduate from Provo Tech College where he studied to be a diesel mechanic. He married Claudia Elliott on July 11, 1963, and together they had four children: Danny, Shirley, Daril and Luke. They later divorced. On August 29, 1987, he married the love of his life, Myrna McInelly. When they married, Scott opened his heart to her five children and loved them as his own. Together they built a life that they loved raising pigs, growing gardens, and being with friends and family. They were sealed together for time and all eternity on May 4, 2019 in the Manti temple, where they had previously served as temple workers for nearly four years.Scott spent his life working with his hands in various types of professions. After he retired from the power plant in Sulpherdale, he then went to work in his own shop as a diesel mechanic. It was often said of him that he could figure out how to make anything work if he thought about it for two minutes. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where he served in many callings including 2nd counselor in the Kanosh Ward Bishopric.Everyone who was around Scott knew how happy, kind and loving he was. He loved to laugh and tell a good story! He had the biggest heart and never had an unkind word to say about anyone. He loved to read, shoot guns, and spend time in the mountains.Scott is survived by his wife Myrna, their children Danny Joe Watts, Shirley (Tom) Klosiewski, Daril Watts, Luke (Cheri) Watts, Bonnie (John) Clemmons, Darwin (Marianne) Barker, Kenny Barker, Scott (Teresa) Barker, and Lynette (Matt) Liston. He also leaves behind brothers, Leonard (Lorraine) Watts, Clark Watts, and sisters, Clella (Art) Fleming, and Clara (Kenny) Hart. Also many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents Milo and Cleown Watts, his sister-in-law Vicki Watts, daughter-in-law Brenda Barker, and great grandson Zander Barker. Funeral services will be January 30, 2021 at 1:00 pm in the Kanosh LDS Meeting House. A viewing will be held where friends and family can pay their last respects from 10:00 am till 12:00 pm earlier that day. Please wear a mask and abide by all social distancing guidelines. Interment will be in the Kanosh Cemetery under the direction of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be expressed at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com. link to the stream is: https://youtu.be/SNG3wIbx9C4
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Jerry J. Hulin - October 13, 1948 - January 11, 2021
Departed: 01/11/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Jerry J. Hulin, age 72, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021 at Huntsman Cancer Center in Salt Lake City.Jerry was born in Rayne, Louisiana to Nelson Hulin and Eunice Sonnier. He was raised in Rayne. He attended schools in industrial technology and industrial electricity. He was proud of his Ragin’-Cajun background.Jerry served in the U.S. Navy from 1969-1975 where he met his wife, Robbyn. They were married in Riverside, California, October 14, 1972. After finishing their final year in the Navy in Jacksonville, Florida, they moved back to Rayne. They moved to Kanosh, Utah in 1986 with their two children.He enjoyed woodworking in his shed, spending time with his family, fishing up the canyon and watching the New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers.He worked at the Intermountain Power Service Cooperation In Utah, as a B Operator in for 25 years.He is survived by his wife Robbyn Hulin, nee Roberts, of Kanosh, Utah. Jerry has two children, Beth Lopez of Aurora, Colorado and Pete Hulin and his wife, Leanne, of Lincoln Park, New Jersey. He was blessed with four grandchildren, Roman and Morgen Lopez and Josieanne and Alena Hulin. He is also survived by his sister, Pat Murray of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Online condolences can be expressed at www.olpinstevensfuneraIhome.com
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Cecil Glenn Levi - January 29, 1943 - January 06, 2021
Departed: 01/06/2021 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Cecil Glenn Levi, 77, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in Provo, Utah. He was born January 29, 1943 in Kanab, Utah to Johnson and Ruth Levi. Cecil married Lorraine Kay Kanosh July 2, 1973 in Richfield, Utah.Cecil graduated from Millard High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps where he received the rank of Corporal. He had a passion for the outdoors: fishing, hiking, but really loved deer hunting. He also loved the weekend, he would plan a day to get wood for the winter, but ended with more kids in the back of the truck then there was wood. Cecil also loved to coach little league baseball in Kanosh. In his young years he enjoyed playing baseball.Cecil is survived by his wife Lorrane; children: Sean Levi of Kanosh; Erica Levi of Kanosh; Rhonda Levi of Kanosh; brothers: Wayne Levi of Kaibab, AZ; Andy Levi of Kanosh, Utah; Lafe Levi of Kanosh, Utah; sisters: Amy Levi of Fillmore, Utah; Sandra Levi of Fillmore, Utah; Juanita Levi of Fillmore, Utah; 7 grandchildren, and many other Nieces and Nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son Lee Even Levi, grandson Larry Cecil Valdez; siblings Kirk, Lena Blanche and Patricia.A viewing will be held Sunday, January 10, 2021 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Olpin Stevens Funeral Home, Fillmore, Utah. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 8:00 AM at the Kanosh Indian Cemetery. A private family funeral will be held Monday, January 11 at 11:00 AM all are invited to watch the live stream of the funeral at https://youtu.be/lhCDXNb4-cM. Masks and social distancing is required to all those attending and participating in the funeral services. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com .
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Phillip G. Robison - May 03, 1923 - December 25, 2020
Departed: 12/25/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Phillip G. Robison, born May 3, 1923, when the first train arrived in Fillmore. Grandpa always told how his parents, Albert & Dora Carling Robison, were upset as they were missing the city’s celebration. Grandpa was raised in Flowell, Utah with his 11 siblings. He rode the horse to attend school until the days of the school bus. He and a few of his friends happily loved to place firecrackers under the wheels to scare the driver. When he wasn’t attending to chores, he played with his older brothers on the farm, practicing their basketball skills with a makeshift basket fashioned by nailing an old bottomless wood bucket to a post. This is where his love for sports was born.Phil attended Millard High School, where he excelled in basketball and tennis. After graduating in 1941, Grandpa went to further his education at Dixie Jr. College in St. George. At Dixie, he continued playing basketball and tennis. In 1943, his education was interrupted, and he was drafted into World War II. From 1943-1946, he served as a medic in the Army. Grandpa told us of being on a small vessel, sailing from the Philippines to the coast of California. He said that he never thought he’d make it. He was so sick on the voyage and felt he was not meant to be on the sea. While he was serving, he was able to visit many places in Europe and Asia and was proud to be of service to his country. Although, Grandpa had been to many places, he finally got his chance to visit Washington D.C. in 2014 with his brother, Floyd and nephew, Dennis on an Honor Flight created just for veterans. It was here that he was awarded a medallion for his service in WWII.After Phil arrived home from the war, he enrolled at Brigham Young University. Here he found his first love, Mary Jean Laabs. Mary Jean and Phil were married September 7, 1946 in Boise, Idaho. A week later their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. This union brought 5 children to love and many adventures. After losing his dear Mary Jean in 1983, he found another great love, Viola Jean Overson. Phil and Jean were married June 9, 1984, in the Provo LDS Temple. Jean left this earth in 2013 after the two of them had many wonderful experiences.While attending BYU, Phil ran track and found that he had a knack running fast. This was the beginning of a lifelong, love for the sport. Grandpa gained his degree at BYU, in Physical Education and Coaching, with minors in Health, Driver Education, and History. Phil’s unwavering loyalty to the Cougars was nothing to mess around with. He wore his blue proudly, especially the day after a win.Phil graduated and began his teaching career in Oak City. He enjoyed the community and even joined a softball team. It wasn’t too long however, before the opportunity arose to fly home to his roots of Millard High School. Grandpa was well known for teaching Drivers Ed. and History. There wasn’t a student that didn’t make it through to graduation without having Coach Robison as their teacher. Grandpa coached basketball, leading the Eagles to State Championships. Phil also coached Track and Field. He continued to assist coaching even long after he retired. Phil hosted his own track meet each year and invited numerous schools from all over to attend; he loved watching the students excel. Coach Robison taught for 38 years and coached for 34 of those years. Phil enjoyed being an announcer for sports that he was not coaching, such a wrestling. He announced each match for 35 years, becoming a voice many recognized. These years resulted in Phil earning the Super Fan Award of Utah High School Activities Association in 2003, Utah Sports Hall of Fame in 2012, and many, many more.Phil could be seen behind the scenes of many of the community’s events as well as serving in many capacities in his faith, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award by President Obama. In 2014, Grandpa was honored to be chosen as the Grand Marshall for Fillmore City. A few years prior to that, he was honored as Days of Old West Rodeo’s Grand Marshall. Phil never sat on the side lines. He could be found atop his horse trotting down the parade route. Phil was a member of the East Millard Riding Club, serving as President for many years. He traveled around the state competing each summer with his youngest daughter, Vicki. The two of them were a force to be reckoned with as their main event was Pairs Pleasure; matching horses, attire, and gait.Phil passed on Christmas Day, 2020, at the age of 97. Grandpa will be greatly missed by his family: children, Evelyn (Leroy) Parker, Lloyd (Pamela) Robison, Vickiann (Gail) Mitchell, Bruce (Mary) Robison, Robin (Jerilyn) Robison, his 11 granddaughters, 11 grandsons, and 60 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Floyd Robison, Elaine Scott, & Dale (Sharon) Robison. Preceding him in death are his lovely parents, his siblings, Clark, Max, Marion, R.L. Robison, Evelyn Runswick, Katherine Smith, Lyle Robison, and Norma West.
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Susan K Stuart - March 27, 1954 - December 18, 2020
Departed: 12/18/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Oak City, Utah - Susan K. Stuart, age 66, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at UVRMC, Provo, Utah. She was born March 27, 1954 to Edwin L. and Theo R. Stuart in Payson, Utah.Susan lived in Oak City her entire life. She attended Delta High School and then continued her education at Westminster College and Utah Technical College earning her LPN March 16, 1976. She graduated with her RN degree from Weber State in 1990. She began her career in Delta in 1981 working for a total of 35 years. She retired from the Delta Community Medical Center with a disability in 2016 after her lifetime of compassionate service.She was well loved by her patients and colleagues alike. She was patient, loving, skilled, very knowledgeable, and detail oriented in her job and daily life. She was a great teacher and exemplar to her co-workers and family. She received the “Nursing Excellence Award 2015” from IHC. She loved reading, crossword puzzles, crocheting, being with her family and anything to do with buffaloes. Her absolute favorite pastime though was football. She memorized every team, coach, and player. She was their very best cheerleader. You could hear her reactions a block away! To keep her mind sharp she recited all of the team information daily,She showed great strength, bravery, and courage as she battled with many health challenges herself; never complaining. Her family loved her and are very grateful for her generosity and Christlike love. Her nieces and nephews will miss the unique bond they shared.Susan is survived by sisters Sharon (Tom) Nelson, WVC; Stacy Stuart, Oak City; brother Steven (Barbara) Stuart, Oak City; sister-in-law Sonia Stuart, Alameda, CA; nieces Maria, Tariza, Heather, and Kimberly, and one nephew, Michael. Preceded in death by both parents and brother Scott Stuart.Graveside services will be held Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Oak City Cemetery. Due to Covid, the number of people is limited. Please wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Services provided by Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Harold Lovell Beckstrand - April 16, 1926 - December 05, 2020
Departed: 12/05/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: After a long life of service to his family, church, friends, and community, Harold Lovell Beckstrand, 94, passed away on Saturday, December 5th, surrounded by family.Harold was born on April 16, 1926 in Oak City, Utah to J. Milton and Eva Lovell Beckstrand. He grew up in Meadow along with his four brothers where they worked on the family farm. He graduated from Millard High School and then served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in South Africa. Before leaving on his mission, Harold was set up on a blind date with his future bride, NaDean Oldroyd. They corresponded throughout his mission and he brought home a diamond wrapped in a handkerchief. Harold married NaDean on June 30, 1950. Together, they made their home in Meadow and were blessed with eight children.Harold worked as a bus driver and an equipment operator for Carling Equipment, but his love was working on the farm. He always said the purpose of the farm was to help raise his family; to teach his children how to work. He served his community in various capacities which included being a Millard School Board member for twelve years. He served in many church callings including Gospel Doctrine Teacher, Bishop, and Patriarch. He also served a mission with NaDean at Cove Fort Historical Site. They attended the temple weekly for many years and enjoyed many Church historical sites and temple tours.He is survived by his wife NaDean; brothers Mervin (Carolyn) and Linford (Mary Louise); children Kerry DeVries (son-in-law), Robert (Carlene), Hal (Jolynn), Richard (Sheri Kay), Don (Paige), Jay (Kim divorced, Kelli divorced); 22 grandchildren, and 44 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Joe (Jean) and Gordon (Norma); daughter Marilyn DeVries and twin baby daughters Dean and Diane; Marlene (daughter-in-law).The family wishes to express thanks to the many health care professionals who have provided their love and service. Harold will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Due to the pandemic guidelines, the family will hold a private viewing and funeral service on Saturday, December 12th at 12:00. The interment will be at the Meadow Cemetery under the direction and care of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be expressed at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com. The stream of the funeral can be found at https://youtu.be/Yzkq1F0cTXU.
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Sarah June Day - November 02, 1923 - December 04, 2020
Departed: 12/04/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Sarah June Day was born on November 2nd, 1923 in Fillmore, Utah to Carl Homer Day and Hazel Beauregard Day. She died on Friday, December 4th, 2020 at the age of 97.June was preceded in death by her son, Curtis Mark Christopherson, brother, C. Nelson Day and sister, Donna Day Clare.She is survived by her daughter, Dionne Brooks; her grandchildren: Angela (Colin) Handy, Megan (Reid) Mann and Carl (McKell) Christopherson, and by her 12 great-grand children: Cahlyn, Emma, Riley and Devin Handy; Jackson, Aiva, Charlie, Sloan and Harvey Mann; Gavin, Kinlee and Everly June Christopherson.She is also survived by her nephews, Robert Day and David (Dorothy) Day and their families.June was eight-years-old when she left Fillmore, Utah for Salt Lake City with her family. She graduated from East High school where she attended with the current president of the L.D.S. Church, Russel M. Nelson. When June was eighteen, she joined the war effort at the Remington plant inspecting bullets. She had to be very precise in her work because an imperfect bullet could cause a U.S. soldier's death. June always blamed her work inspecting bullets for her need to start wearing eye glasses!After WWII, June served a mission for the L.D.S. Church in Geneva, Switzerland and Nice, France. She made time to learn the sport of fencing while she was there. Her father and mother joined her when she was released from her mission, and the three of them traveled to several countries, witnessing the rebuilding efforts in Europe after the war, and enjoying the food and culture.Upon returning to the states, June obtained her Bachelor's degree at the University of Utah, teaching fencing at the campus fencing club. She headed to Southern California to teach middle school, where she met and married Grant N. Christopherson.They spent time in Minnesota and New Orleans, Louisiana before returning to Salt Lake City where June had two babies and completed her Master's degree in 1965 and her Doctorate in Administration of Education in 1967, all while working as a secretary for her department head. She taught classes at the University of Utah for several years. One of her memorable students was Jerry Chambers who played basketball for the Utes.In 1971, after her father passed, June moved her mother and children back to Fillmore. June wanted fresh air and the friendliness of a small town. She spent the next five decades as a resident of Fillmore.In 1981, she was called on a second mission for the L.D.S. church, this time to the Kansas City, Missouri mission.Upon returning to Fillmore, June volunteered her time working for several Fillmore city mayors and various County Commissions, helping to write proposals and apply for grants to attract businesses to Millard county.She spearheaded an effort to make sure Fillmore City Sheriff's Deputies were certified by the state, and helped attract businesses to the Fillmore Industrial Park.June was a part of bringing the Intermountain Power Plant to Delta, Utah, and was instrumental in getting the funding for the East Millard Swimming Pool, and overseeing the project. June taught the Gospel Doctrine class for thirteen years at the Fillmore 1st Ward. For ten years, when she was already in her 80's, June was given the church assignment to visit the elderly at the Long-term Care Wing of the Fillmore Community Hospital, even though she was older than many of her charges!After breaking her hip, June spent 2019 rehabbing and recovering, and lived with her cousin, Marlow Mace and wife Sally in Fillmore. She then spent her last six months at the Victorian House assisted living facility in Levan, Utah, where she will be remembered fondly for her wit and warm personality.Sarah June Day was an unconventional, larger-than-life woman who loved Fillmore and its citizens dearly. She devoted many years of her life to help build Fillmore into what it is today, and she will be sorely missed.Interment will be at the Fillmore City Cemetery at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 under the care of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home.
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Orson Rey Koyle - May 22, 1995 - November 16, 2020
Departed: 11/16/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Orson Rey Koyle 25, passed away Monday night November 16, 2020 in Fairbanks, Alaska. Orson was born in San Pablo, California on May 22, 1995 and spent most of his time growing up in central and southern Utah. He was a 2013 graduate of Millard High School where he excelled in Cross Country and Track and also served as FFA president. After high school he attended Lincoln Technical institute in Denver where he completed their welding program. Orson then spent the next couple of years working and welding before deciding to join the military in January of 2017. He spent most of his nearly four years in the military stationed at Fort Wainwright, Alaska as part of Echo Companies 152nd Aviation Regiment and had just been honorably discharged at the time of his passing.Orson was a carefree and freedom loving person. He was active in life and participated in many things. He especially enjoyed the out of doors and spending time in the hills. Although he was not an avid hunter, he loved his guns and the time he spent shooting them. At age four he learned to ride his bicycle and it was only days before he had to increase the adrenal rush by building ramps to jump off.While in cub scouts his pinewood derby car won first place on three wheels; and during his participation in 4-H it was learned he had a knack for public speaking winning several contests. He continued this in high school earning the right to attend and then do well at State in extemporaneous speaking. He also used this ability to become a great storyteller usually with parents and siblings laughing so hard that tears flowed openly as they also struggled for air to breathe.Specialist Koyle is survived by his parents Curtis and Marcia (Flake) Koyle; a brother Samuel and sisters Hannah and Emma Koyle all of Flowell. He is also survived by sisters Moriah (Austin) Putnam of Orem and Lydia (Kyle) Winkley of Richfield. His grandparents Rey and Margret Flake of Snowflake, AZ and Arlene Koyle of Heyburn, ID. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Lavon Koyle. Funeral Service will be held Monday, November 30, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Flowell Ward Chapel. A viewing will be held Sunday, November 29, 2020 for 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the American Legion Hall (80 S Main St, Fillmore, UT). Interment will be at the Fillmore City Cemetery where he will receive full military funeral honors. To view the live stream of the funeral click the link below in the service information.https://youtu.be/drjXjxCvI68
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Bisaross Koeu - July 20, 1952 - November 11, 2020
Departed: 11/11/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Fillmore, Utah - Bisaross Koeu, 68, passed peacefully away from Pancreatic Cancer on November 11, 2020, at the Millard County Rehabilitation and Care Center in Delta, Utah. He was born on July 20, 1952, in Cambodia.As a child, he helped his father with farming. He joined the Cambodian Marine Corp in 1970 when he was 18. He fought on the side of the Cambodian government against the Khmer Rouge. He joined the American Military in 1972. When the Cambodian Government fell in 1975, Bis was trapped in Phnom Penh. In the city of Phnom Penh, everybody was sent away to the Killing Fields, including his family, but a few people stayed. He said, "It was very, very sad. There were old people, sick people dying around me. There was no food, medicine, or drinking water. I couldn’t believe my people were killing their own people like that." Bis was one of the few Marines to escape the city. He said, "I escaped in an old World War Il Navy ship, with about 700 people. We decided to go to the Philippines which were controlled by the Americans." They reached the Philippines on May 9, 1975, and were allowed to stay. He was sent to Pendleton, California and from there Bis came to Fillmore, Utah to work at the Mushroom Plant.In 1990, Bis started working at the Garden of Eatin’ Restaurant as a dishwasher. He became like family to most of the employees and many customers.He grew a big garden every year and gave away or sold all that he grew. He would talk about that garden throughout the whole growing season. This was the first year he didn’t grow a garden, but yet zucchini made it to our doorstep so he could get the zucchini bread that he loved.He also loved to cook "Bawk, Bawk". And generously shared his chicken dinners with many.He loved to go to Chinese buffets in Provo and even after he got out of the hospital after his first stay, he had to go get Chinese food before he went home.He touched so many lives with his kind heart and his sense of humor. His laugh was contagious.He is survived by Vann Hem and family who came with him from Cambodia. He is also survived by his Paradise family and every person whose life he touched and made better because he was in it.He had many, many friends.He is preceded in death by his family.
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Franklin R. Peterson - March 28, 1934 - November 02, 2020
Departed: 11/02/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: A very special spirit, beloved to many, was called home on Monday November 2, 2020 from his earthly home in Flowell, Utah. Franklin R. Peterson, was born in Payson, Utah on the 28th of March, 1934 to Franklin Henry and Iola Alvern Smith Peterson. When he was only four years old, his father passed away. These were hardship years for most during post-depression and World War II days, and the family moved often. His mother married Reece Corbett who helped raise Frank, his brother Wayne, and sister, Shirley. Over the years, five more children joined the family, Lamar, Beverly, Ruth, Bob and Ron. Surviving him are Beverly and Ron. He attended schools in Utah county.Frank enlisted in the Army and spent two years in Korea during the conflict. While in the army he received many certifications and training. Upon returning Home, he married Louise VanAusdal and while living in Provo found a career in sales, primarily with Ideal Mattress and later automobiles. Two remarkable daughters, Sherry and Kathy were born to this union.He found his niche and passion in antique sales and swap meets during the next decade. His second marriage in 1981 was to Sally Brown Peterson. Her five children, Lanie, Carolyn, James, Melissa, and Teresa, filled their home in Orem with busy happy days and they remained close friends through the remainder of his life.Following their divorce ten years later, he found out why he built the Flowell house so big! Sherry Rostenbach Boone came into his life with her ten children and soon the youngest six relocated with them to Millard county in 1992. The Boone kids are Jonathan, Becky, Amy, Martha, Tammy, Aaron, Sarah, Jesse, Jason, and Justin. Justin preceded him in death in 1997.Frank was a loving, generous sincere husband, Father, Grandfather and great grandfather. All will miss his stories, treats and little treasures. His 86 years were truly an adventure. He only allowed a few to see inside his heart; those were the fortunate. Following his wishes, his body will be cremated and at a later date, a family memorial service will be held and his ashes interred in the family plot in Santaquin, Utah. We begin to rememberNot just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life Gave us memories too beautifulTo forget. -Unknown-
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Mack Freeman - September 10, 1919 - October 25, 2020
Departed: 10/25/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Mack Freeman, 101, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 in Payson, UT. He was born September 10, 1919 in Tuila, Texas. He is survived by his daughter Jane Hubbard of Fillmore, UT; Son: Ted Freeman of Kansas.Family services will be held Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 10:30 AM in the Olpin Stevens Funeral Home in Fillmore, UT. Interment with Military honors will be at the Fillmore City Cemetery at 12:00 noon.
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Michael Otto Figueroa - December 26, 1943 - October 11, 2020
Departed: 10/11/2020 (Fillmore)
Obituary Preview: Fillmore, UT- Michael Otto Figueroa, 76, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2020, at his Fillmore Home, in the loving arms of his wife, son, daughter, and brother. He was born December 26, 1943, in Los Angeles, California to Jessie Albert Figueroa and Elsie Lea.He married Andrea Ashcraft-Hightower October 10, 1987, at the Fern Grotto, Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii. He was born and raised in East Los Angeles, California and attended Lourdes Elementary School and Cantwell High School and Cal-State San Bernardino University. He continues his education and obtained his Master’s Degree in 1985.He lived in Southern California until his retirement in 1994, when he moved to Seligman, Arizona to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a Cowboy. He moved his “ranch” to Fillmore, UT, in 2009. Prior to completing his college education he joined the U.S. Army, where he was promoted quickly to Lieutenant, and served as a Combat infantryman in Vietnam, 1967 to 1968. He received two Bronze Star medals for Valor and Bravery in combatUpon his return from military service, he joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department as a Deputy Sheriff. Several years into his law enforcement career, he transferred to the City of Riverside Police Department in California; where he rose to the rank of Deputy Chief of Police, before his retirement in 1994.He loved to play the guitar, clarinet and harmonica. He took up horseback riding and roping during his time in Arizona. He was a member of several Old West Re-enactment groups and performed cowboy skits in California, Arizona and Utah.He had a great fondness for Hawaii and travelled there with Andrea and his children on many, many trips.His most violent dislike was onion, in any form and his greatest love was dark chocolate. Michael was an accomplished runner for middle distance races and won too many races, trophies and medals to try and list. He was invited to run in competitions all across the United States, and as far away as Japan.His words and actions were inspirational to all who knew him. While he was a mentor to so many, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his pride and joy. Nothing gave him more pleasure than imparting bits of wisdom into their lives.He is survived by his wife, Andrea; still living in Fillmore, his son Jeff with his wife Karyn; his daughter Noelle, with her husband, Micah Harmer, of Riverside County, California; Step-daughter Randi, with her husband David Lucas, of Peoria, Arizona; grandchildren: Dylan Figueroa of Oceanside, CA; Cameron Figueroa of McCall, Idaho; Brittyn Figueroa, of Riverside, CA; Max Harmer of Upland, CA; Madison Harmer of Temecula, CA and Camp Pendleton, CA; Peter and Brendan Carlson, of Peoria, AZ; Brother: Art Figueroa of Chico, CA; and 7 great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, James A Figueroa.Funeral Mass will be held Thursday October 15, 2020 at 4:00 PM at the Holy Family Mission Catholic Church, in Fillmore, UT. Funeral Services will be at the Guerra & Gutierrez Mortuary (5800 E. Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles) on October 31 at 9:00 AM. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery (966 Potrero Grande Dr, Monterey Park, CA) October 31, at 12:00 noon. Arrangements are under the care of Olpin Stevens Funeral Home. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an obituary?
An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including biographical information, details about their life, and information about funeral or memorial services. Obituaries are often published in newspapers, online, or in other forms of media.
What is the purpose of an obituary?
The primary purpose of an obituary is to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, as well as to provide details about their life and legacy. Obituaries also serve as a way to honor and celebrate the deceased person's life.
Who typically writes an obituary?
Obituaries can be written by a variety of people, including family members, friends, or funeral home staff. In some cases, the deceased person may have written their own obituary in advance.
What information should be included in an obituary?
A typical obituary includes the deceased person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and survivors (family members and loved ones). It may also include information about funeral or memorial services.
How long should an obituary be?
The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, newspaper obituaries tend to be shorter (around 100-200 words), while online obituaries can be longer and more detailed.
Can I include photos in an obituary?
Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful for readers.
What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?
A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed and personalized tribute that provides additional information about the deceased person's life.
How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?
Contact the newspaper's obituary department or website to learn about their submission process and guidelines. You may need to provide written copy, photos, and payment information.
Can I write my own obituary in advance?
Yes, many people choose to write their own obituaries in advance as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and authentically. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and legacy.
What if I want to keep the obituary private?
If you prefer not to publicly announce the death or share personal information, you can opt for a private obituary or limit its distribution to close friends and family.
Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?
Absolutely! Obituaries can be a celebration of the deceased person's life, so feel free to include humorous stories or anecdotes that capture their personality and spirit.
How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?
If you notice an error or inaccuracy in an obituary, contact the publication or platform where it was published as soon as possible. They will work with you to correct the mistake and issue a revised version.
Can I update an obituary after it has been published?
In some cases, it may be possible to update an obituary with new information or corrections. However, this may depend on the publication's policies and deadlines.
What if I want to include charitable donations or memorials in an obituary?
You can specify charitable organizations or causes that were important to the deceased person and suggest donations in their memory. This can be a meaningful way to continue their legacy.
Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?
Yes, quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and personalization to an obituary. Choose selections that resonate with the deceased person's values, interests, or personality.
How do I find old obituaries from past decades?
You can search online archives, visit local libraries or genealogical societies, or contact the newspaper where the obituary was originally published. Some websites also offer searchable databases of historical obituaries.
Can I republish an old obituary online?
Check with the original publication or copyright holder to obtain permission to republish an old obituary online. You may need to obtain permission from family members or estates as well.
What if I want to create a digital archive of family obituaries?
You can create a digital archive by scanning or transcribing old obituaries and storing them on your computer or cloud storage service. You can also use online platforms designed for archiving family history documents.
Can I include links to social media profiles or websites in an obituary?
Yes, you can include links to social media profiles, personal websites, or other online platforms that were important to the deceased person. This can help share their story and legacy with a wider audience.
How do I ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time?
Choose reputable online platforms that guarantee long-term archiving and accessibility. You may also consider creating a permanent link or PDF version of the obituary for future reference.
What if I need help writing an obituary?
Drafting an obituary can be a challenging task. Consider seeking assistance from a funeral home staff member, writer, or friend who knew the deceased person well. Online resources and templates can also provide guidance.