Walker Sanderson Funeral Home Obituaries

Obituary Preview: A webcast of the service is available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTc0Mzk4NjMwOTI0MyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Darlene Johnson Pett died on May 14, 2024, at the age of 98. She was born on April 24, 1926. She was raised in Bingham Canyon, Utah, a small mining community with her parents and 3 sisters. She graduated as valedictorian from her local high school and continued her education at the University of Utah, graduating in business and dance. She was an avid Ute fan all her life. She met Ray Watkins Pett in Bingham Canyon, and they were married on September 25, 1947, in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with four daughters. They spent many wonderful years residing in Southern California and then Utah. Her focus in life was her family, her faith, and doing for others. She served faithfully in a variety of church callings since the age of 14, and had a very strong testimony.Her hands were never idle as she ministered to her family and those around her with her gifts of sewing, baking (especially her orange rolls), gardening, and family history. Her family will have lasting memories of the many dinners, holidays, and activities she hosted. Darlene is survived by her four daughters, Jillynn, Susan, Holly, and Alyson, 22 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.A viewing will be held Friday, May 17, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Sunset Heights 6th Ward, 500 South 600 West, Orem, UT. On Saturday, May 18, 2024, funeral services will be at 11:00 am, with a viewing prior at 10:00 am at the same location. Interment at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, 500 North Main Street, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 A webcast of the service is available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTc0Mzk4NjMwOTI0MyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Darlene Johnson Pett died on May 14, 2024, at the age of 98. She was born on April 24, 1926. She was raised in Bingham Canyon, Utah, a small mining community with her parents and 3 sisters. She graduated as valedictorian from her local high school and continued her education at the University of Utah, graduating in business and dance. She was an avid Ute fan all her life. She met Ray Watkins Pett in Bingham Canyon, and they were married on September 25, 1947, in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with four daughters. They spent many wonderful years residing in Southern California and then Utah. Her focus in life was her family, her faith, and doing for others. She served faithfully in a variety of church callings since the age of 14, and had a very strong testimony.Her hands were never idle as she ministered to her family and those around her with her gifts of sewing, baking (especially her orange rolls), gardening, and family history. Her family will have lasting memories of the many dinners, holidays, and activities she hosted. Darlene is survived by her four daughters, Jillynn, Susan, Holly, and Alyson, 22 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held Friday, May 17, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Sunset Heights 6th Ward, 500 South 600 West, Orem, UT. On Saturday, May 18, 2024, funeral services will be at 11:00 am, with a viewing prior at 10:00 am at the same location. Interment at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, 500 North Main Street, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062

Obituary Preview: Sterling Jean Albrecht passed away May 11, 2024, from natural causes.Sterling was born June 22, 1937 in Loa, Wayne County, Utah to Clara Russell Albrecht and John William Albrecht. Sterling has four older brothers.The family moved to Salina, Sevier County, Utah, where his mother ran a boarding house, and his father spent 37 years as a cowboy on the mountain range.As a youth, Sterling learned to work hard. The family moved to Salt Lake City, where Sterling attended West High School. Sterling excelled academically and enjoyed playing the trumpet in the band.After high school graduation, Sterling began studies at the University of Utah, majoring in business management. He served a mission to England for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Upon returning, Sterling continued his studies at the U of U. Sterling met his eternal companion Nancy Boley, and they were sealed on June 15, 1961 by Elder Gordon B. Hinckley in the Salt Lake Temple.After Sterling graduated from the U of U, they made their home in San Mateo, California where Sterling worked for Southern Pacific Railroad. They lived there for four years, where a daughter and son were born.Their young family returned to Utah in 1966, after which two more sons were added to the family. Sterling was employed at the BYU library, where eventually he was appointed as The University Librarian.During that time of service, the library was expanded twice. Sterling also served in several capacities with the American Library Association, including serving as president. He was instrumental in establishing a college and university interlibrary loan program and accumulated one of the largest collections among university libraries.Sterling was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his life. He was asked to serve leading young men, in bishoprics, and stake presidencies, including serving as a bishop twice.He enjoyed many years of serving in the temple.Sterling and Nancy were called to serve a mission, working with the Europe Central Area presidency.Throughout their 60 years of marriage, Sterling and Nancy enjoyed spending time together working on projects, traveling, visiting historical sites, and being with their family. Nancy passed away on December 4, 2022.Sterling is survived by his daughter, Melanie (Darin) Oviatt, his three sons, Craig (JoAnne), Brent (Lyn), Todd (Audry), 9 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the LDS meeting house at 865 W. 1000 N., Orem. A viewing will be held from 9:30-10:30 am, prior to the service.The family wishes to thank the staff at The Summerfield Manor Care Center who lovingly cared for Nancy and Sterling in their final years.A webcast of the funeral is available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTc0MzgzNzMwOTI0MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Sterling Jean Albrecht passed away May 11, 2024, from natural causes.Sterling was born June 22, 1937 in Loa, Wayne County, Utah to Clara Russell Albrecht and John William Albrecht. Sterling has four older brothers.The family moved to Salina, Sevier County, Utah, where his mother ran a boarding house, and his father spent 37 years as a cowboy on the mountain range.As a youth, Sterling learned to work hard. The family moved to Salt Lake City, where Sterling attended West High School. Sterling excelled academically and enjoyed playing the trumpet in the band.After high school graduation, Sterling began studies at the University of Utah, majoring in business management. He served a mission to England for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Upon returning, Sterling continued his studies at the U of U. Sterling met his eternal companion Nancy Boley, and they were sealed on June 15, 1961 by Elder Gordon B. Hinckley in the Salt Lake Temple.After Sterling graduated from the U of U, they made their home in San Mateo, California where Sterling worked for Southern Pacific Railroad. They lived there for four years, where a daughter and son were born.Their young family returned to Utah in 1966, after which two more sons were added to the family. Sterling was employed at the BYU library, where eventually he was appointed as The University Librarian.During that time of service, the library was expanded twice. Sterling also served in several capacities with the American Library Association, including serving as president. He was instrumental in establishing a college and university interlibrary loan program and accumulated one of the largest collections among university libraries.Sterling was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his life. He was asked to serve leading young men, in bishoprics, and stake presidencies, including serving as a bishop twice.He enjoyed many years of serving in the temple.Sterling and Nancy were called to serve a mission, working with the Europe Central Area presidency.Throughout their 60 years of marriage, Sterling and Nancy enjoyed spending time together working on projects, traveling, visiting historical sites, and being with their family. Nancy passed away on December 4, 2022.Sterling is survived by his daughter, Melanie (Darin) Oviatt, his three sons, Craig (JoAnne), Brent (Lyn), Todd (Audry), 9 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the LDS meeting house at 865 W. 1000 N., Orem. A viewing will be held from 9:30-10:30 am, prior to the service.The family wishes to thank the staff at The Summerfield Manor Care Center who lovingly cared for Nancy and Sterling in their final years. A webcast of the funeral is available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTc0MzgzNzMwOTI0MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Obituary Preview: A webcast of the service is availabe at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTM4MTk4MjMwODY2NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Ethel Maxine Gerke passed away peacefully in her sleep of natural causes May 8, 2024, at Summerfield Assisted Living in Orem, Utah.Maxine was born in Durham, North Carolina on July 13, 1927, to Bertha Mullen and Raymond Carneal and was one of five children.Maxine grew up in North Carolina and Virginia. When her parents separated, she spent several years being loved and nurtured by Ashton and Pearl Mullen (first cousin once removed) who raised her as their own daughter. After graduating from high school Maxine entered nurses training in Pocatello, Idaho. While in nurses training, she met her dear husband, Robert Gerke, while he was stationed in Pocatello as a Marine. They were married July 15, 1948, and lived in Idaho for several years while Robert completed pharmacy school. They lived much of their married lives in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and moved to Orem in 1979.Since her childhood Maxine had a desire to follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. She joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1954 while living in Indiana and was the catalyst that allowed her husband and children to accept the gospel. She and Robert were sealed together as a couple and with their three children for all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple May 31, 1957. She served faithfully in many church callings and dedicated her life to serving her family, friends, and others with the pure love of Jesus Christ.Her home was filled with love as she ministered to others through her homemade pies, bread, and Southern cooking. If there is a kitchen in heaven, she will be there dispensing love through her delicious creations. She had a gift for gab and enjoyed talking with friends and family. Her humor, unusual honesty, and wit allowed her to break down barriers with people. They knew they were visiting with a real and genuine person. She taught her children and grandchildren to love and appreciate the wonder of nature and was especially fond of identifying and watching birds. Her home was filled with articles, letters, and writings from her extensive family history research, and she found many ways to remember and honor those who had gone before. She was an example of love unfeigned as she served her husband, Robert, faithfully as his main caregiver for the last six years of his life. She often bore testimony of God’s great plan of happiness and the Atonement of our Savior, Jesus Christ. She loved Him and desired to follow His covenant path. Her longevity is a testament that she loved and savored life to the fullest.Maxine was preceded in her death by her husband, Robert William Gerke, her daughter Cheryl Diane Hover (Thomas), and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her two sons Randall Gerke (Kay) of Montrose, CO, and Kim Gerke (Kathleen) of Orem, UT; 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-granddaughter.Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sharon Fourth Ward Chapel, 445 South 700 East, Orem. Friends and family are invited to a viewing Friday, May 17, 2024, from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North Orem, and Saturday from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Burial will be at the Orem City Cemetery, Orem, Utah.The family wishes to express gratitude to the wonderful workers at Summerfield Assisted Living, Canyon Hospice, and many neighbors and friends who have offered so many long hours of support and care. A webcast of the service is availabe at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNTM4MTk4MjMwODY2NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Ethel Maxine Gerke passed away peacefully in her sleep of natural causes May 8, 2024, at Summerfield Assisted Living in Orem, Utah.Maxine was born in Durham, North Carolina on July 13, 1927, to Bertha Mullen and Raymond Carneal and was one of five children.Maxine grew up in North Carolina and Virginia. When her parents separated, she spent several years being loved and nurtured by Ashton and Pearl Mullen (first cousin once removed) who raised her as their own daughter. After graduating from high school Maxine entered nurses training in Pocatello, Idaho. While in nurses training, she met her dear husband, Robert Gerke, while he was stationed in Pocatello as a Marine. They were married July 15, 1948, and lived in Idaho for several years while Robert completed pharmacy school. They lived much of their married lives in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and moved to Orem in 1979.Since her childhood Maxine had a desire to follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. She joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1954 while living in Indiana and was the catalyst that allowed her husband and children to accept the gospel. She and Robert were sealed together as a couple and with their three children for all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple May 31, 1957. She served faithfully in many church callings and dedicated her life to serving her family, friends, and others with the pure love of Jesus Christ.Her home was filled with love as she ministered to others through her homemade pies, bread, and Southern cooking. If there is a kitchen in heaven, she will be there dispensing love through her delicious creations. She had a gift for gab and enjoyed talking with friends and family. Her humor, unusual honesty, and wit allowed her to break down barriers with people. They knew they were visiting with a real and genuine person. She taught her children and grandchildren to love and appreciate the wonder of nature and was especially fond of identifying and watching birds. Her home was filled with articles, letters, and writings from her extensive family history research, and she found many ways to remember and honor those who had gone before. She was an example of love unfeigned as she served her husband, Robert, faithfully as his main caregiver for the last six years of his life. She often bore testimony of God’s great plan of happiness and the Atonement of our Savior, Jesus Christ. She loved Him and desired to follow His covenant path. Her longevity is a testament that she loved and savored life to the fullest.Maxine was preceded in her death by her husband, Robert William Gerke, her daughter Cheryl Diane Hover (Thomas), and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her two sons Randall Gerke (Kay) of Montrose, CO, and Kim Gerke (Kathleen) of Orem, UT; 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-granddaughter.Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sharon Fourth Ward Chapel, 445 South 700 East, Orem. Friends and family are invited to a viewing Friday, May 17, 2024, from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North Orem, and Saturday from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Burial will be at the Orem City Cemetery, Orem, Utah.The family wishes to express gratitude to the wonderful workers at Summerfield Assisted Living, Canyon Hospice, and many neighbors and friends who have offered so many long hours of support and care.

Obituary Preview: Carolyn Tensmeyer AndersenCarolyn Tensmeyer Andersen, 93, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and friend passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 28, 2024 in Provo, Utah. Carolyn was born July 8, 1930 to John David Tensmeyer and Margaret Hazel Burt Tensmeyer in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the 5th of five children. LDS Prophet Heber J. Grant participated in her baby blessing.Carolyn spent her childhood in Pocatello, Idaho and then returned to Salt Lake City as a teenager. She graduated from East High School in 1947 at the age of 16. She graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Physical Education in 1951. She taught PE at Granite Junior High School in Salt Lake City for the school year 1951-52.Carolyn was married to Blaine Wright Andersen in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on August 20, 1952 by Spencer W. Kimball. Carolyn and Blaine spent the bulk of their marriage living in Phoenix, Arizona and Provo, Utah. Blaine and Carolyn were married for 54 years until his death in 2007.Carolyn was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings throughout her life including as an ordinance worker in the Provo, Utah Temple and as a service missionary at the Provo Missionary Training Center with her husband Blaine. She loved to play and watch sports. She was an avid quilter, completing more than 250 quilts. She loved to travel and visited many countries including Romania, Israel, Turkey, and Australia.Carolyn is survived by her five children, Brent of Falls Church, Virginia; Nancy of Lincoln, California; Julie (John) of Boise, Idaho; Carl (Shari) of Orem, Utah; and Lynnette (Craig) of Portland, Oregon. She has 17 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.Carolyn is preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings, and two grandchildren.Funeral Services will be held Monday, May 6, 2024 at Legacy Village at 4146 N University Ave Provo, Utah 84604. There will be a viewing at 1PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2PM. A graveside dedication will take place following the service at East Lawn Memorial Hills Cemetery in Provo, Utah. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkersanderson.com Carolyn Tensmeyer AndersenCarolyn Tensmeyer Andersen, 93, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and friend passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 28, 2024 in Provo, Utah. Carolyn was born July 8, 1930 to John David Tensmeyer and Margaret Hazel Burt Tensmeyer in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the 5th of five children. LDS Prophet Heber J. Grant participated in her baby blessing.Carolyn spent her childhood in Pocatello, Idaho and then returned to Salt Lake City as a teenager. She graduated from East High School in 1947 at the age of 16. She graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Physical Education in 1951. She taught PE at Granite Junior High School in Salt Lake City for the school year 1951-52.Carolyn was married to Blaine Wright Andersen in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on August 20, 1952 by Spencer W. Kimball. Carolyn and Blaine spent the bulk of their marriage living in Phoenix, Arizona and Provo, Utah. Blaine and Carolyn were married for 54 years until his death in 2007.Carolyn was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings throughout her life including as an ordinance worker in the Provo, Utah Temple and as a service missionary at the Provo Missionary Training Center with her husband Blaine. She loved to play and watch sports. She was an avid quilter, completing more than 250 quilts. She loved to travel and visited many countries including Romania, Israel, Turkey, and Australia.Carolyn is survived by her five children, Brent of Falls Church, Virginia; Nancy of Lincoln, California; Julie (John) of Boise, Idaho; Carl (Shari) of Orem, Utah; and Lynnette (Craig) of Portland, Oregon. She has 17 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.Carolyn is preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings, and two grandchildren.Funeral Services will be held Monday, May 6, 2024 at Legacy Village at 4146 N University Ave Provo, Utah 84604. There will be a viewing at 1PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2PM. A graveside dedication will take place following the service at East Lawn Memorial Hills Cemetery in Provo, Utah. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkersanderson.com

Obituary Preview: A webcast of the services will be available by visiting: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNDQ2OTg1MDMwNzAzMiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Morris Garn Brereton, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend returned home to his Heavenly Father and Savior on April 27, 2024. He was born August 11, 1928 in Pleasant View, Utah, to Morris Austin Brereton and Opal Lillian Hansen and was the second of eight children.He married his sweetheart, Karma Deane Gurney, on March 29, 1950, for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. His pride and joy is his family, wife, and his three children: Jerry G. Brereton, Greg E. Brereton, and Cynthia Brereton Farnworth.In his youth, he grew up in Pleasant View, Utah where he worked alongside his father and siblings on their family farm. He learned to work hard in his youth and always said that it was not work if you enjoyed doing it. During his teenage years, he would accompany his father as he “peddled” fruit all over the western United States.After graduation from Lincoln High School, he served in the United States Air Force from 1946-1948 as a member of the 37th Troop Carrier Squadron as a Crew Chief and airplane mechanic aboard the C-82 airplanes. He was assigned to work with the 82nd Airborne Division. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, he started working at Geneva Steel in the rolling mills and retired after working there for 35 years.After retiring, he and Karma spent may winters in Desert Hot Springs, California. He made many friends and was a positive influence in many lives.He had the most fun with family activities and being together. He loved camping, sports, playing games, traveling, fishing, hunting, playing billiards, going to movies, and was a true blue BYU fan. He loved gardening and could make anything grow, especially peaches. He was a true artisan with wood and could make and fix anything. Although he built many homes, his true woodworking passion was finish work and building cabinets.He held many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints throughout his life including Sunday School President, Ward Activities Committee, High Priest Assistant Group Leader, Indexing Committee and Home Teacher. He has a strong testimony of his Savior Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. Garn lived his testimony every day.He is survived by his children: Jerry (Gayle) Brereton, Greg (Hope) Brereton, and Cynthia Brereton Farnworth; 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 5 great, great-grandchildren, his brother Ronald Brereton and sister Karen Brereton. He was preceded in death by his wife Karma, his parents, and siblings: Maureen Pulley, Glade Brereton, Grant Brereton, Norman Brereton, Sheralyn Smith, and son-in-law Blaine “Scooter” Farnworth.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday May 3, 2024 at the Orem, Orchard Stake Center located at 810 East 600 North, Orem, Utah, with a viewing from 9:30-10:30 prior to the services. Family and friends may also attend a viewing Thursday night, May 2, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 600 East 800 North, Orem, Utah. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery.Thank you Dad and Grandpa for your love, example, testimony, determination, support, wonderful memories, hard work, and for enduring to the end. All our love now and forever. Until we meet again! A webcast of the services will be available by visiting: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNDQ2OTg1MDMwNzAzMiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Morris Garn Brereton, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend returned home to his Heavenly Father and Savior on April 27, 2024. He was born August 11, 1928 in Pleasant View, Utah, to Morris Austin Brereton and Opal Lillian Hansen and was the second of eight children.He married his sweetheart, Karma Deane Gurney, on March 29, 1950, for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. His pride and joy is his family, wife, and his three children: Jerry G. Brereton, Greg E. Brereton, and Cynthia Brereton Farnworth.In his youth, he grew up in Pleasant View, Utah where he worked alongside his father and siblings on their family farm. He learned to work hard in his youth and always said that it was not work if you enjoyed doing it. During his teenage years, he would accompany his father as he “peddled” fruit all over the western United States.After graduation from Lincoln High School, he served in the United States Air Force from 1946-1948 as a member of the 37th Troop Carrier Squadron as a Crew Chief and airplane mechanic aboard the C-82 airplanes. He was assigned to work with the 82nd Airborne Division. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, he started working at Geneva Steel in the rolling mills and retired after working there for 35 years.After retiring, he and Karma spent may winters in Desert Hot Springs, California. He made many friends and was a positive influence in many lives.He had the most fun with family activities and being together. He loved camping, sports, playing games, traveling, fishing, hunting, playing billiards, going to movies, and was a true blue BYU fan. He loved gardening and could make anything grow, especially peaches. He was a true artisan with wood and could make and fix anything. Although he built many homes, his true woodworking passion was finish work and building cabinets.He held many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints throughout his life including Sunday School President, Ward Activities Committee, High Priest Assistant Group Leader, Indexing Committee and Home Teacher. He has a strong testimony of his Savior Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. Garn lived his testimony every day.He is survived by his children: Jerry (Gayle) Brereton, Greg (Hope) Brereton, and Cynthia Brereton Farnworth; 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 5 great, great-grandchildren, his brother Ronald Brereton and sister Karen Brereton. He was preceded in death by his wife Karma, his parents, and siblings: Maureen Pulley, Glade Brereton, Grant Brereton, Norman Brereton, Sheralyn Smith, and son-in-law Blaine “Scooter” Farnworth.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday May 3, 2024 at the Orem, Orchard Stake Center located at 810 East 600 North, Orem, Utah, with a viewing from 9:30-10:30 prior to the services. Family and friends may also attend a viewing Thursday night, May 2, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 600 East 800 North, Orem, Utah. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery. Thank you Dad and Grandpa for your love, example, testimony, determination, support, wonderful memories, hard work, and for enduring to the end. All our love now and forever. Until we meet again!

Obituary Preview: Our beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and grandma Linda Jeanne Harper returned to her Father in Heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born May 31, 1959, to Howard and Patricia Peterson in Tucson, Arizona. She graduated from High School in Anaheim, California, where she was Senior Class President, played softball, and was a cheerleader. She attended Brigham Young University where Linda met her soulmate and best friend, Lee Craig Harper. The two were sealed for all time and eternity in the Salt Lake City Temple on January 17, 1981. Her greatest joy and accomplishment in life were her three beautiful children.She had a great love for her family, her dogs, and was devoted to her grandchildren. She enjoyed drawing, painting, getting lost in novels, crocheting, and watching her grandchildren play sports. Linda had the gift of making fast friends, and brought the light to any space she was in. Linda is survived by her husband Lee Harper, her children Kristin Walters (Nicholas), Kylie Lyman (Alexander), Kevin Harper, and her 7 grandchildren; Harper, Benny, and Henry Walters, and Zoey, Leo, Beau, and baby boy Lyman on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Kenneth Peterson of Bakersfield, California, and her brother Jim Peterson of Bakersfield, California. Today, as we bid farewell to a remarkable woman who touched our lives in countless ways, let us carry forward her legacy of love, kindness, and service. Linda may have departed from this earthly realm, but her spirit will forever dwell in our hearts, guiding us with her gentle wisdom and enduring grace. Rest in peace, dear mother, knowing that your love will live on in us always… A viewing will be held on May 1, 2024, from 6pm to 8pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home (646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah). Interment will be at Calls Fort Cemetery in Honeyville, Utah.Our beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and grandma Linda Jeanne Harper returned to her Father in Heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah.She was born May 31, 1959, to Howard and Patricia Peterson in Tucson, Arizona. She graduated from High School in Anaheim, California, where she was Senior Class President, played softball, and was a cheerleader.She attended Brigham Young University where Linda met her soulmate and best friend, Lee Craig Harper. The two were sealed for all time and eternity in the Salt Lake City Temple on January 17, 1981. Her greatest joy and accomplishment in life were her three beautiful children.She had a great love for her family, her dogs, and was devoted to her grandchildren. She enjoyed drawing, painting, getting lost in novels, crocheting, and watching her grandchildren play sports. Linda had the gift of making fast friends, and brought the light to any space she was in.Linda is survived by her husband Lee Harper, her children Kristin Walters (Nicholas), Kylie Lyman (Alexander), Kevin Harper, and her 7 grandchildren; Harper, Benny, and Henry Walters, and Zoey, Leo, Beau, and baby boy Lyman on the way.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Kenneth Peterson of Bakersfield, California, and her brother Jim Peterson of Bakersfield, California. Today, as we bid farewell to a remarkable woman who touched our lives in countless ways, let us carry forward her legacy of love, kindness, and service. Linda may have departed from this earthly realm, but her spirit will forever dwell in our hearts, guiding us with her gentle wisdom and enduring grace. Rest in peace, dear mother, knowing that your love will live on in us always…A viewing will be held on May 1, 2024, from 6pm to 8pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home (646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah). Interment will be at Calls Fort Cemetery in Honeyville, Utah.

Obituary Preview: Born March 2, 1950, in Heber City, Utah to Dan and Jeanine McKenzie. He passed away from the effects of the horrible disease dementia, surrounded by his family on Sunday morning April 21, 2024.Dennis loved his family, and he never met a stranger. He graduated from Wasatch High School in 1968, where he was Senior Class President and a basketball star. While in school, he met the love of his life, the beautiful Peggy Edwards. Following high school, Dennis attended Weber State College and worked for the IRS in Ogden. His work career was filled with adventure. He worked in the mines and tunnels of the Wasatch Back and the Nevada test-site for many years and loved every minute of it. He poured many foundations in the Heber Valley working for his good friends, the Davis’s and later in life became a proud Union carpenter and worked on projects from Park City to Las Vegas.Dennis married Peggy on June 20, 1969, in the Salt Lake Temple. They made their forever home in the Heber Valley the following year. They were blessed with three daughters that Dennis raised to be tougher than any boy in town. Dennis loved his daughters with his whole heart, and this love carried onto his 10 grandchildren.Dennis had a pure love of horses; he was the president of the Heber Valley Riding Club and owned racehorses. He loved the outdoors, BYU and the Atlanta Braves. He never missed an opportunity to watch his daughters compete, which carried onto his grandchildren as he supported them on the field, the court, or in the arena. He passed on his love for the outdoors to his grandchildren and could often be found taking them on a horse ride, four-wheeler ride, or just out back to shoot the BB guns. He filled their minds with stories of the good old days of going to the sheep-herd with his grandpa or on the logging truck with his dad.He loved to serve the people of his community in Charleston. He served on the town council and was an active member of the Charleston ward where he loved serving in the Young Men’s and always had a pocket full of candy for anyone.Dennis is preceded in death by many, many loved ones. He is survived by his wife Peggy, his children Angie and Tom Bonner, Cobi and Jared Clement, and Denni and Harold Wilson, and his 10 grandchildren McKenzie (Karter), Preslee (Adam), Brett (Jentry), Max, Wyatt, Halee, Chett, Nash, Daxon, and Braylee.The family would like to send a special thank you to Polly, his hospice nurse, who was more than a nurse. She became like one of the family and the caring staff at the Covington in Lindon.Funeral Services will be held Monday April 29, 2024, at 10:00 am, in the Charleston ward house located at 3450 S 3500 W Charleston Utah. Friends may call on Sunday the 28th from 6:00-8:00 pm and prior to the funeral from 9:00-9:45 am, at the same location.His interment will be close to his home in Charleston. At the town Cemetery.A webcast of the service is available by following this link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzg0Nzc1NjMwNTk1MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Born March 2, 1950, in Heber City, Utah to Dan and Jeanine McKenzie. He passed away from the effects of the horrible disease dementia, surrounded by his family on Sunday morning April 21, 2024.Dennis loved his family, and he never met a stranger. He graduated from Wasatch High School in 1968, where he was Senior Class President and a basketball star. While in school, he met the love of his life, the beautiful Peggy Edwards. Following high school, Dennis attended Weber State College and worked for the IRS in Ogden. His work career was filled with adventure. He worked in the mines and tunnels of the Wasatch Back and the Nevada test-site for many years and loved every minute of it. He poured many foundations in the Heber Valley working for his good friends, the Davis’s and later in life became a proud Union carpenter and worked on projects from Park City to Las Vegas.Dennis married Peggy on June 20, 1969, in the Salt Lake Temple. They made their forever home in the Heber Valley the following year. They were blessed with three daughters that Dennis raised to be tougher than any boy in town. Dennis loved his daughters with his whole heart, and this love carried onto his 10 grandchildren.Dennis had a pure love of horses; he was the president of the Heber Valley Riding Club and owned racehorses. He loved the outdoors, BYU and the Atlanta Braves. He never missed an opportunity to watch his daughters compete, which carried onto his grandchildren as he supported them on the field, the court, or in the arena. He passed on his love for the outdoors to his grandchildren and could often be found taking them on a horse ride, four-wheeler ride, or just out back to shoot the BB guns. He filled their minds with stories of the good old days of going to the sheep-herd with his grandpa or on the logging truck with his dad.He loved to serve the people of his community in Charleston. He served on the town council and was an active member of the Charleston ward where he loved serving in the Young Men’s and always had a pocket full of candy for anyone.Dennis is preceded in death by many, many loved ones. He is survived by his wife Peggy, his children Angie and Tom Bonner, Cobi and Jared Clement, and Denni and Harold Wilson, and his 10 grandchildren McKenzie (Karter), Preslee (Adam), Brett (Jentry), Max, Wyatt, Halee, Chett, Nash, Daxon, and Braylee.The family would like to send a special thank you to Polly, his hospice nurse, who was more than a nurse. She became like one of the family and the caring staff at the Covington in Lindon.Funeral Services will be held Monday April 29, 2024, at 10:00 am, in the Charleston ward house located at 3450 S 3500 W Charleston Utah. Friends may call on Sunday the 28th from 6:00-8:00 pm and prior to the funeral from 9:00-9:45 am, at the same location.His interment will be close to his home in Charleston. At the town Cemetery. A webcast of the service is available by following this link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzg0Nzc1NjMwNTk1MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Obituary Preview: Ann KirkSeptember 25, 1947 ~ April 19, 2024Ann Ford Kirk was born September 25, 1947, she returned home to her Heavenly Father and was reunited with the love of her life on April 19, 2024, in Provo, UT.Ann was born to Leo James and Genevieve (Jenny) Gordon Ford. Ann has 6 siblings, 2 brothers and 4 sisters: Roger, Jeanette, Peggy, Mindy, Laura, and Kevin; and was raised in Orem, UT all her life. Ann started making bread and rolls for her whole family when she was 8 years old.When Ann was about 16 years old, she met the love of her life, Dave Kirk and then later married on May 24, 1968, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They have 4 children, Boyd, Melissa, J.D., and Jeff. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Ann raised her children with a loving heart but wasn’t afraid to give them tough love when it was needed. Ann had a heart like no other, she accepted anyone and would love them like a mother figure would. She was a wonderful “Granny” to her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. She loved them and enjoyed their company and doing things with them.Ann had many qualities and talents about her, from making the best rolls/bread and caramels, to sewing and quilting blankets. Ann enjoyed bowling in a league, camping with family, and especially her family reunions. Ann loved going to girls’ camp and preparing the food for their stay. Ann loved card nights with her girlfriends, playing games with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Bunco night was a big thing she looked forward to on the first Wednesday of the month. She enjoyed staying at her second home in Mesquite, NV and hitting the casinos, and enjoyed the warm weather it provided for her.Ann touched a lot of lives with her loving spirit and warm smile and will be tremendously missed by those that know and love her.Ann is survived by her children: Melissa (Wes) Barlow, J.D. (Sarah) Kirk, Jeff (Shannon) Kirk; her grandchildren, Reanna Barlow, Taylor (Nick) Hanson, Kelton Kirk, Dillon Kirk, Kelsi (Braydon) Lowe, Camdyn Lamb, Saria Lamb, Kyle Kirk, Jocelyn (JD) Ault, Stephen (Bridget) Jeffs; her great-grandchildren: Jack and Wade Hanson, and Bentley Jeffs. Her brothers and sisters: Roger (Karen) Ford, Peggy (Noel) Torgersen, Mindy (Russ) Wiscombe, Laura (Blaine) Wirth, Kevin (Janice) Ford, and a brother-in-law Joel Sanderson.She is preceded in death by her husband, David Jay Kirk, Son; Boyd Jay Kirk, Sister; Jeanette Sanderson and her parents and in-laws.The family would like to thank those that have reached out with their love and condolences as they are going through this rough time.Funeral Services will be Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 11:00 am in the Aspen 9th Ward, 828 West 1600 North, Orem, Utah. Family and friends may visit Monday evening from 6:00-8:00pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, or Tuesday morning from 9:30-10:30am at the church.A webcast of the funeral service will be available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzg0NzU0NTMwNTk0OSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw== Ann Kirk September 25, 1947 ~ April 19, 2024Ann Ford Kirk was born September 25, 1947, she returned home to her Heavenly Father and was reunited with the love of her life on April 19, 2024, in Provo, UT.Ann was born to Leo James and Genevieve (Jenny) Gordon Ford. Ann has 6 siblings, 2 brothers and 4 sisters: Roger, Jeanette, Peggy, Mindy, Laura, and Kevin; and was raised in Orem, UT all her life. Ann started making bread and rolls for her whole family when she was 8 years old.When Ann was about 16 years old, she met the love of her life, Dave Kirk and then later married on May 24, 1968, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They have 4 children, Boyd, Melissa, J.D., and Jeff. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Ann raised her children with a loving heart but wasn’t afraid to give them tough love when it was needed. Ann had a heart like no other, she accepted anyone and would love them like a mother figure would. She was a wonderful “Granny” to her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. She loved them and enjoyed their company and doing things with them.Ann had many qualities and talents about her, from making the best rolls/bread and caramels, to sewing and quilting blankets. Ann enjoyed bowling in a league, camping with family, and especially her family reunions. Ann loved going to girls’ camp and preparing the food for their stay. Ann loved card nights with her girlfriends, playing games with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Bunco night was a big thing she looked forward to on the first Wednesday of the month. She enjoyed staying at her second home in Mesquite, NV and hitting the casinos, and enjoyed the warm weather it provided for her.Ann touched a lot of lives with her loving spirit and warm smile and will be tremendously missed by those that know and love her.Ann is survived by her children: Melissa (Wes) Barlow, J.D. (Sarah) Kirk, Jeff (Shannon) Kirk; her grandchildren, Reanna Barlow, Taylor (Nick) Hanson, Kelton Kirk, Dillon Kirk, Kelsi (Braydon) Lowe, Camdyn Lamb, Saria Lamb, Kyle Kirk, Jocelyn (JD) Ault, Stephen (Bridget) Jeffs; her great-grandchildren: Jack and Wade Hanson, and Bentley Jeffs. Her brothers and sisters: Roger (Karen) Ford, Peggy (Noel) Torgersen, Mindy (Russ) Wiscombe, Laura (Blaine) Wirth, Kevin (Janice) Ford, and a brother-in-law Joel Sanderson.She is preceded in death by her husband, David Jay Kirk, Son; Boyd Jay Kirk, Sister; Jeanette Sanderson and her parents and in-laws.The family would like to thank those that have reached out with their love and condolences as they are going through this rough time.Funeral Services will be Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 11:00 am in the Aspen 9th Ward, 828 West 1600 North, Orem, Utah. Family and friends may visit Monday evening from 6:00-8:00pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, or Tuesday morning from 9:30-10:30am at the church. A webcast of the funeral service will be available by visiting https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzg0NzU0NTMwNTk0OSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Obituary Preview: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, Russell Scott Taylor, who died on April 14, 2024, at the young age of 32.Russell was born on January 30, 1992, in Provo, Utah, the son of Scott W. Taylor and Janell (Taylor) Johnson. Russell attended schools in Provo, Spanish Fork and Salem, Utah.Russell worked various jobs throughout his life, including landscaping and construction. Learning to operate construction equipment and doing dirt work in the industry. Riding dirt bikes and working on his car were some of his favorite things to do.Then there was Marley! A Boxer, his best friend and playmate. Oh, how he loved that dog!! He had a love for Boxers as they were his favorite breed of dog.Russell was a tender-hearted young man who loved and cared so much about his family always giving hugs and telling us how much he loved us all. Though he struggled with addiction most of his life sadly that's what caused his death. Through the battles of his addiction there was always love, inspiration and hope from his family to overcome and fight the demons of addiction off.Russell is survived by his mother, Janell Johnson, (Provo, UT), his father Scott W. Taylor, (Bigfork, MT), his siblings Madyson K. Brailsford (Provo, UT), Ceciley Taylor (Somers, MT) and Alec J Taylor, (Bigfork, MT). Many aunts, uncles and cousins.He was proceeded in death by his grandparents, Annette W. Taylor and Theodore "Ted" M. Taylor, (Provo, UT). Cary Kay Swain (Payson, UT) and James Russell Cloward (Payson, UT).We will always love you for being Russell and the fun memories we have of you!Russell is now free from his addiction and pain, and we will see you again!A Celebration of Life will happen at a later date. Friends and family may share memories and condolences online at www.walkersanderson.com on Russell's obituary.It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, Russell Scott Taylor, who died on April 14, 2024, at the young age of 32.Russell was born on January 30, 1992, in Provo, Utah, the son of Scott W. Taylor and Janell (Taylor) Johnson. Russell attended schools in Provo, Spanish Fork and Salem, Utah.Russell worked various jobs throughout his life, including landscaping and construction. Learning to operate construction equipment and doing dirt work in the industry. Riding dirt bikes and working on his car were some of his favorite things to do.Then there was Marley! A Boxer, his best friend and playmate. Oh, how he loved that dog!! He had a love for Boxers as they were his favorite breed of dog.Russell was a tender-hearted young man who loved and cared so much about his family always giving hugs and telling us how much he loved us all. Though he struggled with addiction most of his life sadly that's what caused his death. Through the battles of his addiction there was always love, inspiration and hope from his family to overcome and fight the demons of addiction off.Russell is survived by his mother, Janell Johnson, (Provo, UT), his father Scott W. Taylor, (Bigfork, MT), his siblings Madyson K. Brailsford (Provo, UT), Ceciley Taylor (Somers, MT) and Alec J Taylor, (Bigfork, MT). Many aunts, uncles and cousins.He was proceeded in death by his grandparents, Annette W. Taylor and Theodore "Ted" M. Taylor, (Provo, UT). Cary Kay Swain (Payson, UT) and James Russell Cloward (Payson, UT). We will always love you for being Russell and the fun memories we have of you! Russell is now free from his addiction and pain, and we will see you again!A Celebration of Life will happen at a later date. Friends and family may share memories and condolences online at www.walkersanderson.com on Russell's obituary.

Obituary Preview: Millard Freeman Rogers, husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away in Orem, Utah on April 11, 2024, surrounded by the love of his children.Born on April Fool’s Day 1930 in Sharon Massachusetts, Mill was a surprise 4th son to George and Hazel Rogers. There was a 9 year age gap between Mill and his brother closest in age.The family lived in Sharon on a small farm on Main Street, not far from where his parents grew up. His parents always joked that at 24 and 26 when they were married, they were the only single ones left at their ages. While money was tight during the depression, the family always had food from the garden and from the animals they raised. There was enough left for a few toys, like the bicycle Santa left for Christmas one year, that Mill bumped into and knocked over waking the whole house.Typical of farm life in the 30’s and 40’s, they grew strawberries, carrots, squash, and melons to eat and sell. They used their tractor to set up a small sawmill to cut firewood to both sell and keep the house warm. An old Model T provided some entertainment and excitement, especially when Mill tipped it over driving around the back pasture.Skating on the pond and playing baseball and basketball with friends, he felt a bit like an only child, as his brothers were out of the house before he was a teenager. Mill attended Sharon High School and then went to college at Northeastern University in Boston, commuting by train each day from Sharon. His brothers all served in the military and he followed their example and when he was 22, taking a break from his studies, he served in the Air Force. He trained as a pilot and later served as an air traffic control clerk. Following the completion of his military service he continued his education at Northeastern choosing Industrial Engineering as his major. Upon graduation he accepted a job at BF Goodrich in Akron, Ohio. A few years later he moved to Seattle, Washington to work for Boeing.It was after he moved to Seattle that he met Jean Farley at a church dance. They were married on June 19, 1959. A couple of years later Mill accepted a position at Kennecott Copper that took them to Utah where they stayed the rest of their lives. The family lived in Granger, Taylorsville, and ultimately Orem, Utah. Because of his love of the stock market he changed careers again and eventually became a stock broker at EF Hutton.Together they raised two children and enjoyed the best time of their lives.One of Mill’s greatest joys was being “Grandpa” to his five precious grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with the grandkids and attending their games and events.Mill was able to live on his own for 13 years after Jean died in February 2004. He kept himself busy working in his yard, going to Starbucks, fixing up old lawn mowers, making wind chimes, reading the Wall Street Journal, and watching the stock channel.For almost seven years he lived at Covington Senior Living where he made many wonderful friends and was a favorite of the entire staff.Mill was preceded in death by his parents, George and Hazel Rogers; his wife, Jean Farley Rogers; his brothers, Sanford, George Jr, and Wendell Rogers; and his granddaughter Heather Hussey Shober. He is survived by his son, Larry Rogers (Mary), daughter, Nancy Hussey (Ray); four beloved grandsons (Greg, Mike, Tyler, Mitchell), and eight great-grandchildren.A visitation will be held at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home at 646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah on April 20 from 10:00 to 10:45. Following the visitation the interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at 12:00 pm in the Wasatch Room at Hidden Valley Country Club 11820 S Highland Drive.Millard Freeman Rogers, husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away in Orem, Utah on April 11, 2024, surrounded by the love of his children.Born on April Fool’s Day 1930 in Sharon Massachusetts, Mill was a surprise 4th son to George and Hazel Rogers. There was a 9 year age gap between Mill and his brother closest in age.The family lived in Sharon on a small farm on Main Street, not far from where his parents grew up. His parents always joked that at 24 and 26 when they were married, they were the only single ones left at their ages. While money was tight during the depression, the family always had food from the garden and from the animals they raised. There was enough left for a few toys, like the bicycle Santa left for Christmas one year, that Mill bumped into and knocked over waking the whole house.Typical of farm life in the 30’s and 40’s, they grew strawberries, carrots, squash, and melons to eat and sell. They used their tractor to set up a small sawmill to cut firewood to both sell and keep the house warm. An old Model T provided some entertainment and excitement, especially when Mill tipped it over driving around the back pasture.Skating on the pond and playing baseball and basketball with friends, he felt a bit like an only child, as his brothers were out of the house before he was a teenager. Mill attended Sharon High School and then went to college at Northeastern University in Boston, commuting by train each day from Sharon. His brothers all served in the military and he followed their example and when he was 22, taking a break from his studies, he served in the Air Force. He trained as a pilot and later served as an air traffic control clerk. Following the completion of his military service he continued his education at Northeastern choosing Industrial Engineering as his major. Upon graduation he accepted a job at BF Goodrich in Akron, Ohio. A few years later he moved to Seattle, Washington to work for Boeing.It was after he moved to Seattle that he met Jean Farley at a church dance. They were married on June 19, 1959. A couple of years later Mill accepted a position at Kennecott Copper that took them to Utah where they stayed the rest of their lives. The family lived in Granger, Taylorsville, and ultimately Orem, Utah. Because of his love of the stock market he changed careers again and eventually became a stock broker at EF Hutton.Together they raised two children and enjoyed the best time of their lives.One of Mill’s greatest joys was being “Grandpa” to his five precious grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with the grandkids and attending their games and events.Mill was able to live on his own for 13 years after Jean died in February 2004. He kept himself busy working in his yard, going to Starbucks, fixing up old lawn mowers, making wind chimes, reading the Wall Street Journal, and watching the stock channel.For almost seven years he lived at Covington Senior Living where he made many wonderful friends and was a favorite of the entire staff.Mill was preceded in death by his parents, George and Hazel Rogers; his wife, Jean Farley Rogers; his brothers, Sanford, George Jr, and Wendell Rogers; and his granddaughter Heather Hussey Shober. He is survived by his son, Larry Rogers (Mary), daughter, Nancy Hussey (Ray); four beloved grandsons (Greg, Mike, Tyler, Mitchell), and eight great-grandchildren.A visitation will be held at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home at 646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah on April 20 from 10:00 to 10:45. Following the visitation the interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at 12:00 pm in the Wasatch Room at Hidden Valley Country Club 11820 S Highland Drive.

Obituary Preview: On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, Andrew J Robison graduated from this mortal realm and attained a heavenly sphere. After a battle with diabetes and other chronic health issues, Andy’s heart gave up and he returned to his spiritual home. A husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, Andy was a peacemaker and brought joy and happiness to those he knew.Andy was born on July 25, 1979, to Marlys Rush Grotberg, and then adopted by Val and Connie Robison. He was a talented piano player, and loved to play for any audience. The family home was frequently filled with the sounds of piano melodies as Andy practiced and played for fun. In addition to the piano, he loved listening to and mixing music. He almost always had music playing to go along with anything he was doing.Andy graduated from Orem High School where he had served in student leadership roles and made many friendships that have lasted through the years. Those friendships are a strong representation of who he was through his life: a leader and a loyal friend, a lover of music, and one who was quick with a joke and a smile to set people at ease.Andy maintained a strong relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Bacolod, Philippines mission. He held firm to his testimony through all the challenges of his life. He relied on spiritual strength to help him as he faced a multitude of earthly challenges and ailments. His relationship with God brought him comfort and gave him hope.He married Jacqueline Castro in the Mount Timpanogas Temple in 2009. They have two beautiful children, Hunter and Raven.For many years Andy worked with his father Val, and brother, Mike, in The Cleaning Solution, the family dry cleaning and laundry business. Andy became a skilled mechanic as he worked to keep the plant running, and his love of people made him a favorite with employees and customers alike. His hard work and dedication was crucial after the passing of his father, Val.For years he was a popular and loved employee at Wing Nutz. “Drew” was known and loved for his personality, smile, and true care for the people he met and worked with. As a “people person” Andy found real satisfaction in his relationships with co-workers, friends, customers, and, of course, family.As a devoted father, Andy cherished his time with his children. He is an enrolled member of The Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation.Andy was preceded in death by his father, Val, his birth mother, Marlys, brother, Richard Robison, and sister Viki Grotberg; he is survived by his mother, Connie Robison, siblings Marci (Todd) Richardson, Mike Robison, and Eddie Pearl Grotberg, by his former wife Jacqueline and their children Hunter and Raven, and by extended family of uncles, aunts, cousins, neices, and nephews.A viewing will be held Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home in Orem. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (viewing at 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.) at the LDS Church at 575 E. 800 N, Orem. Following the funeral there will be a graveside service at the Orem City Cemetery.On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, Andrew J Robison graduated from this mortal realm and attained a heavenly sphere. After a battle with diabetes and other chronic health issues, Andy’s heart gave up and he returned to his spiritual home. A husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, Andy was a peacemaker and brought joy and happiness to those he knew.Andy was born on July 25, 1979, to Marlys Rush Grotberg, and then adopted by Val and Connie Robison. He was a talented piano player, and loved to play for any audience. The family home was frequently filled with the sounds of piano melodies as Andy practiced and played for fun. In addition to the piano, he loved listening to and mixing music. He almost always had music playing to go along with anything he was doing.Andy graduated from Orem High School where he had served in student leadership roles and made many friendships that have lasted through the years. Those friendships are a strong representation of who he was through his life: a leader and a loyal friend, a lover of music, and one who was quick with a joke and a smile to set people at ease.Andy maintained a strong relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Bacolod, Philippines mission. He held firm to his testimony through all the challenges of his life. He relied on spiritual strength to help him as he faced a multitude of earthly challenges and ailments. His relationship with God brought him comfort and gave him hope.He married Jacqueline Castro in the Mount Timpanogas Temple in 2009. They have two beautiful children, Hunter and Raven.For many years Andy worked with his father Val, and brother, Mike, in The Cleaning Solution, the family dry cleaning and laundry business. Andy became a skilled mechanic as he worked to keep the plant running, and his love of people made him a favorite with employees and customers alike. His hard work and dedication was crucial after the passing of his father, Val.For years he was a popular and loved employee at Wing Nutz. “Drew” was known and loved for his personality, smile, and true care for the people he met and worked with. As a “people person” Andy found real satisfaction in his relationships with co-workers, friends, customers, and, of course, family.As a devoted father, Andy cherished his time with his children. He is an enrolled member of The Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation.Andy was preceded in death by his father, Val, his birth mother, Marlys, brother, Richard Robison, and sister Viki Grotberg; he is survived by his mother, Connie Robison, siblings Marci (Todd) Richardson, Mike Robison, and Eddie Pearl Grotberg, by his former wife Jacqueline and their children Hunter and Raven, and by extended family of uncles, aunts, cousins, neices, and nephews.A viewing will be held Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home in Orem. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (viewing at 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.) at the LDS Church at 575 E. 800 N, Orem. Following the funeral there will be a graveside service at the Orem City Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Marynne Joy Jensen (Hardy), age 77 of Orem, Utah, died peacefully on April 9, 2024.She was born on October 20, 1946 to Duncan and Rula Hardy in Taber, Alberta, Canada.Joy attended Brigham Young University as a Clothing and Textiles Major.She married Jack LaMar Jensen on April 4, 1968 in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. They had four children.She was an amazing homemaker famous for her incredible sewing and cooking skills. She served in many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but she will forever be remembered for the beautiful Sweetheart Balls she organized as Activities Committee Chair for many years. Her powerful creativity and generosity blessed the lives of all who knew her.Joy is survived by her brother Bill Hardy, her children, Deborah (m. Michael Paquette), Vaughn (m. Melissa Baldwin), Derek (m. Sara Keller), and Burke (m. Kimberli Simons), 17 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.A viewing and will be held at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home at 646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah on April 22 from 9:00 to 10:45 with a service following at 11:00 am. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.walkersanderson.com.Interment in Highland Utah to immediately follow.Webcast Link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzU4MTY1NDMwNTU3MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==Marynne Joy Jensen (Hardy), age 77 of Orem, Utah, died peacefully on April 9, 2024.She was born on October 20, 1946 to Duncan and Rula Hardy in Taber, Alberta, Canada.Joy attended Brigham Young University as a Clothing and Textiles Major.She married Jack LaMar Jensen on April 4, 1968 in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. They had four children.She was an amazing homemaker famous for her incredible sewing and cooking skills. She served in many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but she will forever be remembered for the beautiful Sweetheart Balls she organized as Activities Committee Chair for many years. Her powerful creativity and generosity blessed the lives of all who knew her.Joy is survived by her brother Bill Hardy, her children, Deborah (m. Michael Paquette), Vaughn (m. Melissa Baldwin), Derek (m. Sara Keller), and Burke (m. Kimberli Simons), 17 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.A viewing and will be held at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home at 646 East 800 North, Orem, Utah on April 22 from 9:00 to 10:45 with a service following at 11:00 am. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.walkersanderson.com.Interment in Highland Utah to immediately follow. Webcast Link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzU4MTY1NDMwNTU3MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Obituary Preview: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Val Elizabeth Greaves Gividen, who left us on April 1, 2024. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and cherished memories.She was born on February 14, 1936 in Ephraim Utah to Gwendolyn Anderson Greaves and Sheldon Greaves. After the death of her father at age one, her mother later married A.I. Tippetts. Preceded in death by her three sisters Winona Erickson, Madge Anderson and Rula Nielsen and three stepbrothers Twain, Joyce and Stan.She married Bert Gividen in the Salt Lake Temple on August 26, 1955. Val was a beloved mother to eight children: Gwen Stickle (Bob), Karen Preece (Coy), Shirley Duncan (Jeff), Linda Gardner (Duane), Mike Gividen, Joe Gividen (Michelle), Kent Gividen (Rhonda), and Krista Rigamoto (Sam). She was not only a loving mother but also a devoted friend to many, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Beyond her immediate family, she leaves behind a legacy that extends to over 100, including her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were all touched by her love and warmth.She attended Snow College, Brigham Young University and Utah State University. She dedicated her life to her family, instilling in her children the values of love, kindness, and compassion. Her nurturing spirit, unwavering support, and quiet dignity are the foundation of her family's strength and unity. She was a skilled seamstress, bringing beauty and creativity to everything she touched. Her children and grandchildren treasure the handmade quilts and many other handmade gifts. She was a skilled chocolate maker, artist and gardener. She loved playing games and doing puzzles with family and friends. Val loved traveling with her husband to over 47 countries, the most interesting being a BYU Tour called, “I Walked Where Jesus Walked.”Additionally she served her community and church with selflessness and grace. She served in the Primary, as the Young Women President, three separate times as a Ward Relief Society President and Stake Relief Society Counselor. Val served a mission in Far East Russia with her husband, as well as in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She worked as an administrative assistant to the principal at Mountain View High School.She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. Though she may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will continue to inspire and guide us.A public viewing will be held at Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North Orem, Utah, Thursday April 11th, 6-8pm. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Friday April 12th with a public viewing at 10am with the funeral service from 11am-12pm Orem Heatheridge 6th Ward, building 450 East 2000 North Orem Utah.As we mourn the loss of Val in our lives, let us also take solace in the knowledge that she is now at peace, forever remembered and cherished in our hearts, as she is reunited with those loved ones who passed before her.It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Val Elizabeth Greaves Gividen, who left us on April 1, 2024. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and cherished memories.She was born on February 14, 1936 in Ephraim Utah to Gwendolyn Anderson Greaves and Sheldon Greaves. After the death of her father at age one, her mother later married A.I. Tippetts. Preceded in death by her three sisters Winona Erickson, Madge Anderson and Rula Nielsen and three stepbrothers Twain, Joyce and Stan.She married Bert Gividen in the Salt Lake Temple on August 26, 1955. Val was a beloved mother to eight children: Gwen Stickle (Bob), Karen Preece (Coy), Shirley Duncan (Jeff), Linda Gardner (Duane), Mike Gividen, Joe Gividen (Michelle), Kent Gividen (Rhonda), and Krista Rigamoto (Sam). She was not only a loving mother but also a devoted friend to many, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Beyond her immediate family, she leaves behind a legacy that extends to over 100, including her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were all touched by her love and warmth. She attended Snow College, Brigham Young University and Utah State University. She dedicated her life to her family, instilling in her children the values of love, kindness, and compassion. Her nurturing spirit, unwavering support, and quiet dignity are the foundation of her family's strength and unity. She was a skilled seamstress, bringing beauty and creativity to everything she touched. Her children and grandchildren treasure the handmade quilts and many other handmade gifts. She was a skilled chocolate maker, artist and gardener. She loved playing games and doing puzzles with family and friends. Val loved traveling with her husband to over 47 countries, the most interesting being a BYU Tour called, “I Walked Where Jesus Walked.”Additionally she served her community and church with selflessness and grace. She served in the Primary, as the Young Women President, three separate times as a Ward Relief Society President and Stake Relief Society Counselor. Val served a mission in Far East Russia with her husband, as well as in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She worked as an administrative assistant to the principal at Mountain View High School.She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. Though she may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will continue to inspire and guide us.A public viewing will be held at Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North Orem, Utah, Thursday April 11th, 6-8pm. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Friday April 12th with a public viewing at 10am with the funeral service from 11am-12pm Orem Heatheridge 6th Ward, building 450 East 2000 North Orem Utah.As we mourn the loss of Val in our lives, let us also take solace in the knowledge that she is now at peace, forever remembered and cherished in our hearts, as she is reunited with those loved ones who passed before her.

Obituary Preview: Our sweet, beloved Tess Elizabeth Gardner finished her mission and ministry here on earth and returned home to the loving arms of our Savior and Heavenly Parents on March 30th, 2024 at the exact age of 18 months. She was born September 30th, 2022 in Heber City, Utah.Her life was a heavenly gift to her family and all that knew her. Every moment of her life was filled with purpose, to show and express Christlike love without restraint. She radiated light, spread joy, and inspired others to focus on what was most important. She endured well all the earthly challenges she faced. She was unusually gifted at connecting with others by looking deeply into their eyes with pure joy. You couldn’t feel sadness in her presence. Tess’s smile was unforgettable and given freely to all. She had a special relationship with her parents and each of her siblings. Tess was her mother’s best buddy and cherished by her father.She brought so much joy to us, and we anxiously await that blessed day when we reunite and embrace as an eternal family in the presence of our Savior Jesus Christ. We are grateful for the precious gift she is to us and so many others. The imagery of her loving outstretched arms is forever etched into our memory. She will always be cherished by us. We love you forever, our sweet “Tessy power.”Tess is survived by her parents Kevin and Jill, siblings Kate, Claire, Henry, Grant, and Beau Gardner; grandparents Brad and Lori Gardner, Janelle Stopa, and Al Stopa; as well as many cousins, aunts, and uncles.The Gardner family would like to thank all who lovingly have reached out and supported their family during this time.A service to celebrate Tess’s life will be held Friday, April 5th at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building at 165 North Center Street in Midway, Utah. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday, April 5th from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the same location. All are welcome who would like to attend to feel of Tess’s and the Savior’s love.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IWNSGQn0C95M0tPE8qtN0i8uUQX7Kvu_/view?usp=drivesdkOur sweet, beloved Tess Elizabeth Gardner finished her mission and ministry here on earth and returned home to the loving arms of our Savior and Heavenly Parents on March 30th, 2024 at the exact age of 18 months. She was born September 30th, 2022 in Heber City, Utah.Her life was a heavenly gift to her family and all that knew her. Every moment of her life was filled with purpose, to show and express Christlike love without restraint. She radiated light, spread joy, and inspired others to focus on what was most important. She endured well all the earthly challenges she faced. She was unusually gifted at connecting with others by looking deeply into their eyes with pure joy. You couldn’t feel sadness in her presence. Tess’s smile was unforgettable and given freely to all. She had a special relationship with her parents and each of her siblings. Tess was her mother’s best buddy and cherished by her father. She brought so much joy to us, and we anxiously await that blessed day when we reunite and embrace as an eternal family in the presence of our Savior Jesus Christ. We are grateful for the precious gift she is to us and so many others. The imagery of her loving outstretched arms is forever etched into our memory. She will always be cherished by us. We love you forever, our sweet “Tessy power.”Tess is survived by her parents Kevin and Jill, siblings Kate, Claire, Henry, Grant, and Beau Gardner; grandparents Brad and Lori Gardner, Janelle Stopa, and Al Stopa; as well as many cousins, aunts, and uncles.The Gardner family would like to thank all who lovingly have reached out and supported their family during this time.A service to celebrate Tess’s life will be held Friday, April 5th at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building at 165 North Center Street in Midway, Utah. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday, April 5th from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the same location. All are welcome who would like to attend to feel of Tess’s and the Savior’s love. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IWNSGQn0C95M0tPE8qtN0i8uUQX7Kvu_/view?usp=drivesdk

Obituary Preview: Helen Sorensen Carbine (94) passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, surrounded by loving family members.Helen, the second child of Erastus Mayo and Vera Petrine Anderson Sorensen, was born on Wednesday, August 14, 1929, in a small rental house in Manti, Utah. Helen arrived before the doctor came and was born without medical assistance. A local nurse arrived, and by the time Mayo returned with the town doctor, Helen was already sleeping contentedly in a box in the warm oven of the old coal stove. Her family lived in Centerfield, Cedar City, Salt Lake City, and again in Manti, Utah, during the years of the Great Depression. She loved playing outdoors, helping her mother care for her younger brothers and sisters as they arrived, and watching town sports events.Helen attended the local public schools with her girlhood friends, many of whom remained friends for life; in her senior year of high school, she and her friends were recognized in Salt Lake City as the first ward of the church to participate in the new Golden Gleaners program, with all eight girls in her class completing the requirements. After graduating from high school, she attended Snow College in Ephraim, Utah, and her favorite subjects included biology, music, and child development. After receiving an Associate degree in 1949, Helen worked in the Salt Lake Credit Bureau for two years. In 1951, she accepted a full-time mission call to serve for two years in the Spanish-American Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She shared the gospel in several towns in Texas and Las Cruces, New Mexico, and worked in the mission office in El Paso, Texas.After her mission release in the spring of 1953, she joined her family, living in Las Cruces, New Mexico. There, she got to know her future husband, Ivan Leroi Carbine, who had just returned home to Las Cruces from his mission in England. They were married in the Manti Utah temple on June 8, 1953, and began their lives together in his college town of Las Cruces. As children arrived, Helen was very involved with caring for and raising her children. She continued her childhood pastime of reading books, taking art and ceramics classes, singing in women’s vocal groups, and enjoying family excursions in the western United States and Mexico. She also served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, teaching Sunday School, working in the Relief Society organization, helping lead girls’ camps, and bringing food to people in need.In August of 1971, Ivan passed away from gastric cancer, and Helen had to take charge of family needs and activities. So, she enrolled in New Mexico State University to earn a Bachelor's degree in English; in August 1974, she accepted a teaching position at Mayfield High School in Las Cruces to support her family financially. At Mayfield, Helen taught English classes and fulfilled other responsibilities in the English department. She loved her students, and they loved her: it was common for her to eat lunch with students in her classroom during their lunch hour. Helen navigated the family through a destructive flash house flood in 1972 and had a new house built several miles away on higher ground. During the summer months, she extended her teaching skills and received a Master’s degree in Education at NMSU.After her last child graduated from High School and after ten years of teaching in Las Cruces, in August 1984, Helen moved to central Utah for a year. Then, in May 1985, she moved to Provo, Utah, where she taught English and Rhetoric for ten more years at Pleasant Grove High School, coached the school debate team for several years, and accompanied them on competition trips. After teaching for 21 years, Helen retired from her full-time job and worked in the Provo Utah Temple for many years. She served a second church mission in Santiago, Chile, from 1998 through 1999, working in the Regional Area Office.Helen energetically organized numerous social events during most of her life: Sunday dinners with her grandchildren and their friends, reunions with her siblings, and gatherings of old and new friends. Throughout her adult life, she was a prolific letter-writer, publishing weekly letters to her large group of descendants and friends for over 50 years. Most importantly, Helen used her creative writing skills to inspire, unify, and inform her extended family via interesting stories and thoughtful writings. She also sent birthday and wedding anniversary cards with handwritten notes to all children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends; between all the letters and birthday cards, she became a well-known customer at the local Post Office.She is survived by her children Adrian (Kristine Rowley) Carbine [Utah], Charlotte (Glen) Squires [Washington], Stephanie (Pancho) Avila [Utah], Stacie Carbine [Utah], and Jeanette (David) West [Texas]. She has 24 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren, with six more on the way. She is also survived by her brothers, Jim (Dixie Miller) Sorensen and Paul (Margaret Clarke) Sorensen, and her sisters, Carolyn (Robert) Bessey and Joan (Joe) Shand, all living in Utah.Helen is preceded in death by her husband Ivan Carbine, three baby children (Michael, Amy, Quinn Jay), her parents (Mayo and Vera Sorensen), her sister LaWanna Sorensen Peterson, and her brothers Gary Sorensen and Errol Rex Sorensen.Per Helen’s wishes, there will be no funeral or viewing for her. She will be interred in the Masonic Cemetery in Las Cruces, New Mexico, next to her husband Ivan.A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Masonic Cemetery, 760 S. Compress Rd. Las Cruces, New Mexico, and a memorial luncheon will be held at the Miranda St. Chapel, 505 S. Miranda Street Las Cruces, at 12:00. RSVP would be appreciated.Helen Sorensen Carbine (94) passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, surrounded by loving family members.Helen, the second child of Erastus Mayo and Vera Petrine Anderson Sorensen, was born on Wednesday, August 14, 1929, in a small rental house in Manti, Utah. Helen arrived before the doctor came and was born without medical assistance. A local nurse arrived, and by the time Mayo returned with the town doctor, Helen was already sleeping contentedly in a box in the warm oven of the old coal stove. Her family lived in Centerfield, Cedar City, Salt Lake City, and again in Manti, Utah, during the years of the Great Depression. She loved playing outdoors, helping her mother care for her younger brothers and sisters as they arrived, and watching town sports events.Helen attended the local public schools with her girlhood friends, many of whom remained friends for life; in her senior year of high school, she and her friends were recognized in Salt Lake City as the first ward of the church to participate in the new Golden Gleaners program, with all eight girls in her class completing the requirements. After graduating from high school, she attended Snow College in Ephraim, Utah, and her favorite subjects included biology, music, and child development. After receiving an Associate degree in 1949, Helen worked in the Salt Lake Credit Bureau for two years. In 1951, she accepted a full-time mission call to serve for two years in the Spanish-American Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She shared the gospel in several towns in Texas and Las Cruces, New Mexico, and worked in the mission office in El Paso, Texas.After her mission release in the spring of 1953, she joined her family, living in Las Cruces, New Mexico. There, she got to know her future husband, Ivan Leroi Carbine, who had just returned home to Las Cruces from his mission in England. They were married in the Manti Utah temple on June 8, 1953, and began their lives together in his college town of Las Cruces. As children arrived, Helen was very involved with caring for and raising her children. She continued her childhood pastime of reading books, taking art and ceramics classes, singing in women’s vocal groups, and enjoying family excursions in the western United States and Mexico. She also served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, teaching Sunday School, working in the Relief Society organization, helping lead girls’ camps, and bringing food to people in need.In August of 1971, Ivan passed away from gastric cancer, and Helen had to take charge of family needs and activities. So, she enrolled in New Mexico State University to earn a Bachelor's degree in English; in August 1974, she accepted a teaching position at Mayfield High School in Las Cruces to support her family financially. At Mayfield, Helen taught English classes and fulfilled other responsibilities in the English department. She loved her students, and they loved her: it was common for her to eat lunch with students in her classroom during their lunch hour. Helen navigated the family through a destructive flash house flood in 1972 and had a new house built several miles away on higher ground. During the summer months, she extended her teaching skills and received a Master’s degree in Education at NMSU.After her last child graduated from High School and after ten years of teaching in Las Cruces, in August 1984, Helen moved to central Utah for a year. Then, in May 1985, she moved to Provo, Utah, where she taught English and Rhetoric for ten more years at Pleasant Grove High School, coached the school debate team for several years, and accompanied them on competition trips. After teaching for 21 years, Helen retired from her full-time job and worked in the Provo Utah Temple for many years. She served a second church mission in Santiago, Chile, from 1998 through 1999, working in the Regional Area Office.Helen energetically organized numerous social events during most of her life: Sunday dinners with her grandchildren and their friends, reunions with her siblings, and gatherings of old and new friends. Throughout her adult life, she was a prolific letter-writer, publishing weekly letters to her large group of descendants and friends for over 50 years. Most importantly, Helen used her creative writing skills to inspire, unify, and inform her extended family via interesting stories and thoughtful writings. She also sent birthday and wedding anniversary cards with handwritten notes to all children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends; between all the letters and birthday cards, she became a well-known customer at the local Post Office.She is survived by her children Adrian (Kristine Rowley) Carbine [Utah], Charlotte (Glen) Squires [Washington], Stephanie (Pancho) Avila [Utah], Stacie Carbine [Utah], and Jeanette (David) West [Texas]. She has 24 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren, with six more on the way. She is also survived by her brothers, Jim (Dixie Miller) Sorensen and Paul (Margaret Clarke) Sorensen, and her sisters, Carolyn (Robert) Bessey and Joan (Joe) Shand, all living in Utah.Helen is preceded in death by her husband Ivan Carbine, three baby children (Michael, Amy, Quinn Jay), her parents (Mayo and Vera Sorensen), her sister LaWanna Sorensen Peterson, and her brothers Gary Sorensen and Errol Rex Sorensen.Per Helen’s wishes, there will be no funeral or viewing for her. She will be interred in the Masonic Cemetery in Las Cruces, New Mexico, next to her husband Ivan.A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Masonic Cemetery, 760 S. Compress Rd. Las Cruces, New Mexico, and a memorial luncheon will be held at the Miranda St. Chapel, 505 S. Miranda Street Las Cruces, at 12:00. RSVP would be appreciated.

Obituary Preview: Melody Lynn Shegrud Hoki, 65, of Orem, UT, passed peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 21, 2024.Melody was born on September 9, 1958 in Seattle, Washington to Grover Shegrud and Karen Shegrud Sipes. The oldest of her siblings, Melody took pride in being a good sister, a good daughter, and a great student.In junior high school, she learned to play the clarinet. In high school, she played clarinet in the school’s marching band. She also learned to play guitar and loved singing to herself and to her brothers and sister.Melody loved to sew and made all her own clothes from age 14 on. She loved cooking for her family and excelled in grilled cheese sandwiches, hot fudge sauce, and macaroni and cheese.In 1976, Melody graduated high school and moved to Provo, Utah to attend Brigham Young University, eventually transferring to Utah Valley State College to complete her degree in accounting. While attending BYU, Melody met Stephen Hoki. They were married in the Latter Day Saints’ Salt Lake City Temple on April 22, 1978.Melody’s faith was important to her and she loved being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.Melody and Steve settled in Orem, Utah, where they bought a house and raised their four children. She gave birth to three girls in a row and her husband Steve thought he would never have a son, until their youngest child was born.Melody had many joys in her life. She loved talking and telling stories. She had a fondness for chocolate. She enjoyed going for drives in the Utah canyons. Above all, she treasured her grandchildren and cherished every moment spent with them.Melody was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis shortly after her last child, Travis, was born. For many years she refused to allow the disease to compromise her life or slow her down. She continued to teach her children her love of crafts, cross stitch, crocheting, sewing, baking and cooking. While dealing with MS, she finished her schooling while tutoring college students in the accounting lab at UVSC (UVU), graduating as the 2001 Valedictorian with her Associates, 2002 Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelors, 2003 Valedictorian with her second Bachelors, and had a successful career as a tax accountant with H&R Block where she loved to brag about her kids and grandkids every chance she got. One of her last tax seasons she had the opportunity to work with one of her daughters, Valerie, who was following in her footsteps and finishing up her accounting degree at UVU to go on to become a tax accountant. It brought her great joy to see her kids follow the example she set.Around 2016, the MS became more severe and she stopped working. Even then, she continued helping her extended family with their taxes. Not long after, she gave up her car keys and became dependent on her husband, her kids and her grandkids for rides.Once she became bedridden and Steve cared for her with love and devotion, with the help of her kids.In 2021, her MS had taken such a toll, she was forced to move to the Orem Rehab and Skilled Nursing Center. Though she hated the disease that stole her health and mobility, her indomitable spirit refused to be squelched. With the help of her family and the use of a special van, she continued to participate in her family’s life.Not long ago, Melody acquired a roommate that needed love, compassion and friendship. For the last several years of her life, she served her Savior by looking after her roommate and being her hero. When her roommate was unable to communicate her needs Melody was able to do it for her.Melody is remembered and loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Stephen Hoki; her four children, Rebecca (Kristian) Hargett, Valerie (Bradley) Illingsworth, Christina Hoki, Travis (Lindsey) Hoki; her eight grandchildren, Damien, Treyce, Kaden, Madeleine, Jack, Tayson, Milo, and Maxwell; her father, Grover Shegrud; her four brothers, Luke, Dan, Tim, Wesley; and her sister, Heidi Watkins.Melody Lynn Shegrud Hoki, 65, of Orem, UT, passed peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 21, 2024.Melody was born on September 9, 1958 in Seattle, Washington to Grover Shegrud and Karen Shegrud Sipes. The oldest of her siblings, Melody took pride in being a good sister, a good daughter, and a great student.In junior high school, she learned to play the clarinet. In high school, she played clarinet in the school’s marching band. She also learned to play guitar and loved singing to herself and to her brothers and sister.Melody loved to sew and made all her own clothes from age 14 on. She loved cooking for her family and excelled in grilled cheese sandwiches, hot fudge sauce, and macaroni and cheese.In 1976, Melody graduated high school and moved to Provo, Utah to attend Brigham Young University, eventually transferring to Utah Valley State College to complete her degree in accounting. While attending BYU, Melody met Stephen Hoki. They were married in the Latter Day Saints’ Salt Lake City Temple on April 22, 1978.Melody’s faith was important to her and she loved being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.Melody and Steve settled in Orem, Utah, where they bought a house and raised their four children. She gave birth to three girls in a row and her husband Steve thought he would never have a son, until their youngest child was born.Melody had many joys in her life. She loved talking and telling stories. She had a fondness for chocolate. She enjoyed going for drives in the Utah canyons. Above all, she treasured her grandchildren and cherished every moment spent with them.Melody was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis shortly after her last child, Travis, was born. For many years she refused to allow the disease to compromise her life or slow her down. She continued to teach her children her love of crafts, cross stitch, crocheting, sewing, baking and cooking. While dealing with MS, she finished her schooling while tutoring college students in the accounting lab at UVSC (UVU), graduating as the 2001 Valedictorian with her Associates, 2002 Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelors, 2003 Valedictorian with her second Bachelors, and had a successful career as a tax accountant with H&R Block where she loved to brag about her kids and grandkids every chance she got. One of her last tax seasons she had the opportunity to work with one of her daughters, Valerie, who was following in her footsteps and finishing up her accounting degree at UVU to go on to become a tax accountant. It brought her great joy to see her kids follow the example she set.Around 2016, the MS became more severe and she stopped working. Even then, she continued helping her extended family with their taxes. Not long after, she gave up her car keys and became dependent on her husband, her kids and her grandkids for rides.Once she became bedridden and Steve cared for her with love and devotion, with the help of her kids.In 2021, her MS had taken such a toll, she was forced to move to the Orem Rehab and Skilled Nursing Center. Though she hated the disease that stole her health and mobility, her indomitable spirit refused to be squelched. With the help of her family and the use of a special van, she continued to participate in her family’s life.Not long ago, Melody acquired a roommate that needed love, compassion and friendship. For the last several years of her life, she served her Savior by looking after her roommate and being her hero. When her roommate was unable to communicate her needs Melody was able to do it for her.Melody is remembered and loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Stephen Hoki; her four children, Rebecca (Kristian) Hargett, Valerie (Bradley) Illingsworth, Christina Hoki, Travis (Lindsey) Hoki; her eight grandchildren, Damien, Treyce, Kaden, Madeleine, Jack, Tayson, Milo, and Maxwell; her father, Grover Shegrud; her four brothers, Luke, Dan, Tim, Wesley; and her sister, Heidi Watkins.

Obituary Preview: Luis Alberto Pezoa Cáceres, 93, has passed away Wednesday March 20, 2024 in his Springville home surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his son Luis Patricio and three grandchildren, Melissa, Robert, and Yurito, who he loved very much. We are sure that they have seen each other again and that it was a wonderful reunion. Luis was born August 1, 1930 in Santiago, Chile to Luis Alberto Pezoa and Teodora del Carmen Cáceres, where he grew up among his brothers and sisters, and enjoyed learning and spending time outside. He married Maria Jesus Donoso in 1964. They were blessed with four beautiful children. He spent most of his adult life in Chile as a contractor, building homes, offices, universities, schools, and many other projects. He learned about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1983 and he was baptized in 1985, where he served the rest of his life. He also loved serving in the temple and in the bishop storehouse. In 1990 he moved with his daughter Leonor, to The United States, where his wife, daughter Margie, her husband, and two children already lived. He loved walking and venturing around. He enjoyed reading, learning, spending time with his family, and serving in the church. Luis is survived by his wife Maria Jesus, his three daughters, Maria Patricia (Yuri) Cabeza, Margie (John) Brummett, Leonor (Felix) Resendiz, six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and friends who will miss his dearly. Until we meet again dear husband, father, and grandpa! His funeral will be held Wednesday March 27th at 12 pm in Walker Sanderson Funeral Home and Crematory. Luis Alberto Pezoa Cáceres, 93, falleció el Miércoles 20 de Marzo, 2024 en su casa de Springville rodeado de sus seres queridos. Fue precedido en la muerte por su hijo Luis Patricio, y tres nietos, Melissa, Robert, y Yurito, a quienes el quería mucho. Estamos seguros que se han visto de nuevo y que fue un hermoso reencuentro. Luis nació el 1 de agosto de 1930 en Santiago, Chile, hijo de Luis Alberto Pezoa y Teodora del Carmen Cáceres, donde creció entre sus hermanos y hermanas. Disfrutaba aprender y estar al aire libre. Se casó con María Jesús Donoso en 1964. Fueron bendecidos con cuatro hermosos hijos. Pasó la mayor parte de su vida adulta en Chile como contratista, construyendo viviendas, oficinas, universidades, escuelas y muchos otros proyectos. Conoció la Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días en 1983 y fue bautizado en 1985, donde sirvió el resto de su vida. También le encantaba servir en el templo y en el almacén del obispo. En 1990 se vino con su hija Leonor, a Estados Unidos, donde ya vivían su esposa, su hija Margie, su esposo y sus dos hijos. Le encantaba salir a caminar y explorar. Disfrutaba leer, aprender, pasar tiempo con su familia y servir en la iglesia. A Luis le sobreviven su esposa María Jesús, sus tres hijas, María Patricia (Yuri) Cabeza, Margie (John) Brummett, Leonor (Félix) Resendiz, seis nietos, once bisnietos y amigos que lo extrañarán mucho. ¡Hasta que nos volvamos a encontrar querido esposo, padre y abuelo! Su funeral se llevará a cabo el miércoles 27 de marzo a las 12 pm en Walker Sanderson Funeral Home and Crematory.Luis Alberto Pezoa Cáceres, 93, has passed away Wednesday March 20, 2024 in his Springville home surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his son Luis Patricio and three grandchildren, Melissa, Robert, and Yurito, who he loved very much. We are sure that they have seen each other again and that it was a wonderful reunion.Luis was born August 1, 1930 in Santiago, Chile to Luis Alberto Pezoa and Teodora del Carmen Cáceres, where he grew up among his brothers and sisters, and enjoyed learning and spending time outside.He married Maria Jesus Donoso in 1964. They were blessed with four beautiful children. He spent most of his adult life in Chile as a contractor, building homes, offices, universities, schools, and many other projects. He learned about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1983 and he was baptized in 1985, where he served the rest of his life. He also loved serving in the temple and in the bishop storehouse.In 1990 he moved with his daughter Leonor, to The United States, where his wife, daughter Margie, her husband, and two children already lived. He loved walking and venturing around. He enjoyed reading, learning, spending time with his family, and serving in the church. Luis is survived by his wife Maria Jesus, his three daughters, Maria Patricia (Yuri) Cabeza, Margie (John) Brummett, Leonor (Felix) Resendiz, six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and friends who will miss his dearly. Until we meet again dear husband, father, and grandpa!His funeral will be held Wednesday March 27th at 12 pm in Walker Sanderson Funeral Home and Crematory.Luis Alberto Pezoa Cáceres, 93, falleció el Miércoles 20 de Marzo, 2024 en su casa de Springville rodeado de sus seres queridos. Fue precedido en la muerte por su hijo Luis Patricio, y tres nietos, Melissa, Robert, y Yurito, a quienes el quería mucho. Estamos seguros que se han visto de nuevo y que fue un hermoso reencuentro.Luis nació el 1 de agosto de 1930 en Santiago, Chile, hijo de Luis Alberto Pezoa y Teodora del Carmen Cáceres, donde creció entre sus hermanos y hermanas. Disfrutaba aprender y estar al aire libre.Se casó con María Jesús Donoso en 1964. Fueron bendecidos con cuatro hermosos hijos. Pasó la mayor parte de su vida adulta en Chile como contratista, construyendo viviendas, oficinas, universidades, escuelas y muchos otros proyectos. Conoció la Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días en 1983 y fue bautizado en 1985, donde sirvió el resto de su vida. También le encantaba servir en el templo y en el almacén del obispo.En 1990 se vino con su hija Leonor, a Estados Unidos, donde ya vivían su esposa, su hija Margie, su esposo y sus dos hijos. Le encantaba salir a caminar y explorar. Disfrutaba leer, aprender, pasar tiempo con su familia y servir en la iglesia. A Luis le sobreviven su esposa María Jesús, sus tres hijas, María Patricia (Yuri) Cabeza, Margie (John) Brummett, Leonor (Félix) Resendiz, seis nietos, once bisnietos y amigos que lo extrañarán mucho. ¡Hasta que nos volvamos a encontrar querido esposo, padre y abuelo!Su funeral se llevará a cabo el miércoles 27 de marzo a las 12 pm en Walker Sanderson Funeral Home and Crematory.

Obituary Preview: Kimberly Suzanne Reveal Topham unexpectedly passed away on March 13, 2024. She was born on March 7th, 1963, in Logan, Utah. She is the daughter of Caroline Powell McCaffrey, who raised her with Donald J. McCaffrey, Kim's stepfather. Kim married Roger Gaisford in 1979. They blessed this world with two beautiful babies. They later divorced. With time, she found the love of her life, Bill Topham. Kim married Bill Lee Topham on January 25, 1997. Together, they blended their families, sharing six children between them. Their union was marked by countless adventures and cherished moments. Kim had a deep love for the outdoors, finding joy in camping, hunting, and various other outdoor activities. Together with Bill, she cultivated a farm where they created enduring memories. Kim's cooking talents were amazing, and her passion for animals was evident to all who knew her. She found solace in good old Rock and Roll music, photography, antiques, and the simple beauties of nature. Painting rocks was one of her many creative outlets. Kim enjoyed most the company of her beloved family and friends. Kim is survived by her devoted husband, Bill Lee Topham; her children: Karrie Baker (Justin King), Randy Gaisford, Josh Topham (Rylie), and Holly Sanchez (Mike); 12 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; her mother, Caroline McCaffrey; her brothers, Mark Lee Reveal and Darin (Connie) Revecamp; and many others whom she held dear to her heart. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Justin Anthony Baker; her stepsons, Billy Joe Topham and Tyler Lee Topham, and her stepfather, Donald J. McCaffrey. The loss of Kim leaves a void in the lives of all who knew her. Her legacy of love and unwavering strength will be cherished by those whose lives she touched. As we mourn her passing, we take solace in the memories she leaves behind and the enduring love she and Bill shared. Kim's presence will be greatly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her. A celebration of life for our beloved Kim will be held at a later time.Kimberly Suzanne Reveal Topham unexpectedly passed away on March 13, 2024. She was born on March 7th, 1963, in Logan, Utah. She is the daughter of Caroline Powell McCaffrey, who raised her with Donald J. McCaffrey, Kim's stepfather.Kim married Roger Gaisford in 1979. They blessed this world with two beautiful babies. They later divorced.With time, she found the love of her life, Bill Topham. Kim married Bill Lee Topham on January 25, 1997. Together, they blended their families, sharing six children between them. Their union was marked by countless adventures and cherished moments.Kim had a deep love for the outdoors, finding joy in camping, hunting, and various other outdoor activities. Together with Bill, she cultivated a farm where they created enduring memories.Kim's cooking talents were amazing, and her passion for animals was evident to all who knew her. She found solace in good old Rock and Roll music, photography, antiques, and the simple beauties of nature. Painting rocks was one of her many creative outlets.Kim enjoyed most the company of her beloved family and friends.Kim is survived by her devoted husband, Bill Lee Topham; her children: Karrie Baker (Justin King), Randy Gaisford, Josh Topham (Rylie), and Holly Sanchez (Mike); 12 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; her mother, Caroline McCaffrey; her brothers, Mark Lee Reveal and Darin (Connie) Revecamp; and many others whom she held dear to her heart. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Justin Anthony Baker; her stepsons, Billy Joe Topham and Tyler Lee Topham, and her stepfather, Donald J. McCaffrey.The loss of Kim leaves a void in the lives of all who knew her. Her legacy of love and unwavering strength will be cherished by those whose lives she touched. As we mourn her passing, we take solace in the memories she leaves behind and the enduring love she and Bill shared. Kim's presence will be greatly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.A celebration of life for our beloved Kim will be held at a later time.

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Obituary Preview: Kenneth Heber Anderson, 84, died February 21, 2024 peacefully at his home in Highland, Utah. He was born November 24, 1939 in Ioka, Utah to Leland Dan Anderson and Thressa Elvira Bowden. He attended Olympus High School in Holladay, Utah. He married Joyce Loraine Pierson in North Brookfield, New York on December 12. 1959.He enlisted in the Army in 1957 – 1959 spending time in Germany until he was involved in an accident, resulting in the last few months of his service in Walter Reed Army hospital in Washington, DC. Upon being honorably discharged, he returned with his bride to Utah where he started working in construction, drywalling with his father for a few years, doing cement for a few more years, until he got into building homes, gas stations, warehouses, and other large projects. He was later employed by Ellsworth Peck and ended up with Furst Construction Co. with Craig Bennett as his boss, and forever his friend. He enjoyed the outdoors all his life, whether it was fishing, camping, hunting, or just taking rides around the countryside checking out the wildlife. His love for his family could never be surpassed by anything; they meant the world to him. He was always excited when another baby was born, and every one of them has a story to tell about some of the funny, loving, memorable, or teachable things he did with or for them. He was more than just a grandpa to them.He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 64 years, his two daughters, Kristi (Patrick) Fitch and Julie Ybarra, 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 2 great, great grandchildren, 4 sisters, Rea (Robert) Taylor, Joan (Johnnie) Johnatakis, Betty (Gary) Pedersen, and Kathy Anderson, a sister-in-law, Charleena (Bradley) Lutze. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Vicki Lee Gordon, and a brother, Leon Anderson.Funeral services will be Friday, March 1st at 12:00pm at the Walker-Sanderson Mortuary, located at 646 East 800 North, Orem. Utah. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Burial will be at the American Fork cemetery.Kenneth Heber Anderson, 84, died February 21, 2024 peacefully at his home in Highland, Utah. He was born November 24, 1939 in Ioka, Utah to Leland Dan Anderson and Thressa Elvira Bowden. He attended Olympus High School in Holladay, Utah. He married Joyce Loraine Pierson in North Brookfield, New York on December 12. 1959.He enlisted in the Army in 1957 – 1959 spending time in Germany until he was involved in an accident, resulting in the last few months of his service in Walter Reed Army hospital in Washington, DC. Upon being honorably discharged, he returned with his bride to Utah where he started working in construction, drywalling with his father for a few years, doing cement for a few more years, until he got into building homes, gas stations, warehouses, and other large projects. He was later employed by Ellsworth Peck and ended up with Furst Construction Co. with Craig Bennett as his boss, and forever his friend. He enjoyed the outdoors all his life, whether it was fishing, camping, hunting, or just taking rides around the countryside checking out the wildlife. His love for his family could never be surpassed by anything; they meant the world to him. He was always excited when another baby was born, and every one of them has a story to tell about some of the funny, loving, memorable, or teachable things he did with or for them. He was more than just a grandpa to them.He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 64 years, his two daughters, Kristi (Patrick) Fitch and Julie Ybarra, 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 2 great, great grandchildren, 4 sisters, Rea (Robert) Taylor, Joan (Johnnie) Johnatakis, Betty (Gary) Pedersen, and Kathy Anderson, a sister-in-law, Charleena (Bradley) Lutze. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Vicki Lee Gordon, and a brother, Leon Anderson.Funeral services will be Friday, March 1st at 12:00pm at the Walker-Sanderson Mortuary, located at 646 East 800 North, Orem. Utah. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Burial will be at the American Fork cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Lloyd Leon Orvin was born on November 2, 1933 to Harry and Hulda Orvin in Provo Utah. He passed away peacefully in his daughter home February 12, 2024 surrounded by his family.He had 7 siblings. Erma, Virginia, Vera, Hazel, Harry, Renae and Elmer. He was raised on a farm and loved his horse Lisa. He graduated from Lincoln High School and then attended Hennager Business College as well as BYU’s Master Program. He served in the US Army in Heidelberg, Germany. Once he returned he married Lee Dimick on November 30, 1956. They welcomed two children, Maila and Kevin that he enjoyed spending time with. He spent his working years in the finance and automobile industries owning multiple dealerships and businesses. He and Lee then retired in 1993 to sunny St. George, Utah where they could enjoy golfing and the warmer weather.He is survived by his sister Renee, daughter Malia Robinson(Chuck), son Kevin (Wendy), 6 Grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.walkersanderson.com.Lloyd Leon Orvin was born on November 2, 1933 to Harry and Hulda Orvin in Provo Utah. He passed away peacefully in his daughter home February 12, 2024 surrounded by his family.He had 7 siblings. Erma, Virginia, Vera, Hazel, Harry, Renae and Elmer. He was raised on a farm and loved his horse Lisa. He graduated from Lincoln High School and then attended Hennager Business College as well as BYU’s Master Program. He served in the US Army in Heidelberg, Germany. Once he returned he married Lee Dimick on November 30, 1956. They welcomed two children, Maila and Kevin that he enjoyed spending time with. He spent his working years in the finance and automobile industries owning multiple dealerships and businesses. He and Lee then retired in 1993 to sunny St. George, Utah where they could enjoy golfing and the warmer weather.He is survived by his sister Renee, daughter Malia Robinson(Chuck), son Kevin (Wendy), 6 Grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.walkersanderson.com.

Obituary Preview: Matthew Allen Montano, 38, passed away, December 13, 2023 surrounded by his adoring family.Matt was born, July 18, 1985, in Englewood, Colorado to Michael and Renee Montano. Matt lived for most of his childhood in West Jordan and South Jordan, Utah. Matt spent his childhood loving the outdoors and playing with Legos. He loved his music and played his favorites on repeat.  He was cared for and befriended in his adult life by many at Utah State Developmental Center in American Fork, Utah.  Matt took pride in his job at the recycling center there.  He loved "feeding the alligators" also known as the shredding machines.Matt will be fondly remembered by many and a piece of our hearts will always be his.Matt is preceded in death by his grandparents Maximo and Beatrice Montano.Matt is survived by his loving parents Michael and Renee Montano, older sisters, Monique (Charlie) McCurdy, and Melony Montano. Nieces and Nephews, Mya (Logan), Chase, Dawson, Camden, Ryan, Evelyn, Walter, and May. A Memorial for Matt will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. 835 North 900 East American Fork, UT 84003

Obituary Preview: On the evening of July 13, 2023, our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and friend, Kathleen Gividen Nelson Grace, finished her eartly journey. She was born May 18, 1931, to James Vance Gividen and Annie Lucille (Beck) Gividen in Mapleton, UT, both have preceded her in death.Kathleen attended schools in Mapleton and graduated from Springville High School.  She met Dewey O'dell Nelson Jr. at a girls' day dance in 1948, fell in love and married him on June 1, 1949 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They raised their family of four in Spanish Fork and spent most of their married life there. She was a devoted mother and wife, she loved being a homemaker. Dewey preceded her in death in October of 1997.She later married Joshua Grace, on June 13, 1998. She moved to American Fork to share a life and home with him, where she met many wonderful friends that she dearly loved. Josh also preceded her in death in 2011.Kathleen was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in several capacities including Relief Society President and Stake Homemaking leader.Kathleen served as the president of the Spanish Fork Senior Citizens Center for several years. She organized many activities for them to enjoy including dances, day tours, and arts and crafts.As a skilled homemaker, she shared her talents teaching 4-H and helped many young girls (including her daughters) and women learn to cook, bake, sew, quilt, and crochet.Kathleen enjoyed playing all kinds of games, especially Canasta and had several Canasta groups she met with regularly for game night and snacks; this was one of her favorite activities.Surviving Kathleen are her children: Marsha Ann Hopkins (Marge), Lynette Tessier (George), Yvonne Hasna (Charlie), and Russ Nelson (Wendy), 9 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. Her siblings: Bert Gividen, Georgene Harris, and Mary Jo Barton. She was preceded in death by her grandsons Jonathan Hopkins, and Caden O'Dell Nelson; also her brothers Dean Gividen, Harold Gividen, and sister Rhea Williams.Funeral Services will be held at the American Fork 9th Ward, 671 East 300 North, on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 12:00 pm; a webcast of the service will be available at www.walkersanderson.com. Family and friends may gather at the church on Friday evening from 7-9pm or Saturday morning from 11-11:45 am. Interment will be in Spanish Fork City Cemetery.Funeral Services are under the direction of Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem, UT 84097, where flowers may be sent.The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Dignity Hospice for their loving care of Kathleen.

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Hardman was born April 9, 1945 in Provo, Utah, the fourth child of Bert and Elleanora Skinner. She graduated from this life on July 11, 2023, at the age of 78 of natural causes. She idolized her older sister Merlene, adored her younger sister Patricia, and dearly loved her brothers Murray and Steve. She was raised in Orem, and received her education there, graduating from Orem High in 1963. She worked on the family farm alongside her siblings and parents. She attended a fashion merchandising school, then attended night classes at BYU, as she waitressed during the day. She started dating Dee Hardman in February 1966, got engaged seventeen days later, and they married in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on June 10, 1966.Her loves were Church, Family, Service, and Travel, in that order.She was happy to serve wherever she was called - Relief Society, Young Women, Primary. She served with her husband in the Family and Church History Mission in Salt Lake on Temple Square. For her, life was all about family. She had a deep commitment to the Savior, His teachings, and a keen interest in the development of her posterity.She loved people and found great fulfillment in serving and strengthening others, with compassion as her motto. She is survived by her husband, a son Brett, daughter Tauni, five grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, as well as her sisters Merlene and Patricia, Preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Murray and Steve.The family extends thanks to the staff and residents of Spring Gardens Assisted Living in Lindon, as well as Randi and her co-workers at Serenity Hospice who were so attentive to Mary Ann’s needs and gave her a large group of new friends. You are precious to us.Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 18, at 11:00 am at the Springwater 2nd Ward chapel located at 800 South Geneva Road, Orem, Utah. Viewings will be held on Monday, July 17th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Walker Sanderson Funeral home at 646 East 800 North Orem, and from 9:30 to 10:30 am, prior to the service at the Springwater 2nd Ward chapel. Interment will take place in the Heber City Cemetery.Due to construction, the best way to reach Heber City Cemetery is to take Main Street in Heber, turn right on 500 North, turn left after the church onto 550 East, and the cemetery will be on your right.

Obituary Preview: James Irvin Mangum Jr, 81, returned to his savior's loving arms on Mon, July 10 at his home.He was born July 14, 1941 to Ethlene Payne and James Irvin Mangum Sr in Mesa, Arizona. He was the first of four living children. He had two brothers; Donald Mangum, Derrell Mangum and a sister Deborah Mangum.He moved from Mesa, AZ to Farmington, NM. Then spent most of his youth in Tooele and Orem UT.He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in The Gulf States. Then later served in Puerto Rico with his wife, Olivia.He attended BYU where he worked for the Chemistry Dept. There he met the "love of his life" at an Arizona Club dance. (Olivia Rae Croft) They were married In the Salt Lake Temple by his neighbor from Arizona, Spencer W Kimball. They had 10 children . Kellie Ann (Mark) Pedersen, Olivia Rachel (Pete) Weber, James Irvin (Judy) Mangum III, Heather (Justin) Stewart, Kenneth (Natalie) Mangum, Esther (Jared) Swensen, Elizabeth Mangum, Christina (Jacklyn )Mangum, Summer (Ryan) Corbit, Thomas Mangum. He was proud of his 32 grandchildren and 6 great grand children.Jim was a computer programmer, skilled in the new technology of the internet. He loved to play boardgames. His favorite being Dungeons and Dragons with his friends. He loved music and to drive fast cars.Friends and family may visit Tue, July 18 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, and Wed, July 19 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the Battlecreek 3rd ward meeting house. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM at the same building. (1222 Nathaniel Drive Pleasant Grove 84062) He will be laid to rest at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery.