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Jeffrey Guy Allred (1953-2013

AMHhenley — 2013-06-18 18:54:16Z

Logan Herald Journal, 06/18/13

PRESTON — Jeffrey Guy Allred, 59, passed away Monday, June 17, 2013, at the Franklin County Medical Center due to natural causes. He was born in Preston, Idaho, to Jack and Thelma Drury Allred.

Jeff attended and graduated from Preston High School, where he participated in FFA, wrestling, and football. Jeff served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Cebu Philippines mission. Jeff married Mary Ellen Swann in the Manti Temple on Nov. 3, 1977. They were blessed with six children. Jeff started working for Utah Power and Light in 1978. At the time of his death, he was working as the Logistics Lead for the Preston Hub of Rocky Mountain Power.

Scouting was an important part of Jeff’s life. As a youth, he served as camp counselor at Hull Valley, Camp Hunt, and Camp Wilderness. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout and was also recipient of the Silver Beaver award. As an adult, Jeff has served as Scout Master, Varsity Coach and Cub Scout den leader. At the time of his death Jeff was serving on the Franklin District Varsity Staff and on the Eagle Board.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Allred, of Preston; and by his children, Nathan (Tonia) Allred, of Pocatello, Idaho; James (Lauren) Allred, of Miamisburg, Ohio; David (Rachel) Allred, of Hailey, Idaho; Amanda Allred, of Preston; and Adam Allred of Preston; and six grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother Brad (Pamela) Allred, of Salt Lake City. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Michael Allred, and a brother Stanley James Allred.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 21 at the Preston North Stake center, 310 N. State St., with Bishop Tom Madsen conducting. A viewing will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at the stake center. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com .

Dean Richard Johnston (1951-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-06-12 17:28:19Z

Post-Register, 06/12/13

Dean Richard Johnston, 61, of Idaho Falls, died Thursday, June 6, 2013, in Salt Lake City of heart failure. His family was at his side. He was born Oct. 10, 1951, in Preston, Idaho, the third child of Eldon Richard Johnston and Enid Woolsey Johnston. His father passed when he was 11; he and his mother shared a special bond. He attended schools in Preston, graduating from Preston High School and continuing his education studying accounting at Brigham Young University.

He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Philippines, a nation and a people for whom he had a lifetime love.

Dean moved with his family to Idaho Falls in 1976. He found great satisfaction in his work as an accountant, finishing his career working for the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes.

He loved living in Idaho Falls and contributed to the community for several years as a member of the Kiwanis Club and a volunteer at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was a charter member of the southeast Idaho Chapter of the National Association of Accountants and served on the Office Occupation Advisory Board for Eastern Idaho Technical College.

His favorite times were spent exploring the Grand Teton and Yellowstone region with his family. He was curious and a lifetime learner.

An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he lived and worshipped in the Idaho Falls 26th Ward for 36 years. There, he served in various callings, including ward mission leader, Gospel Doctrine teacher, executive secretary, Bishop's First Counselor, ward and stake financial clerk and teacher in the High Priest Group.

Dean was a loving father whose greatest joy came from his family.

Survivors are his daughters, Melissa Ann Johnston of Richmond, Va., and Amilynne Rose Johnston of Reno, Nev.; sons, David Richard (Anna) Johnston of Columbus, Ohio, and Alan Fred (Patti) Johnston of Idaho Falls; grandson, Ryan Allan Johnston; and granddaughter, Mari Minglanilla Johnston. He is also survived by his three siblings, Anna Louise (Bryce) Gray, Enid Elaine Wyckoff and Van Eldon (Terry) Johnston.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Idaho Falls LDS 26th Ward, 2025 Jennie Lee Drive. The family will meet with friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge Ave., and from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday prior to services at the church. Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Preston Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.woodfuneralhome.com.

Published in Post Register on June 12, 2013

Jensine (Cena) Marsh (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-06-11 20:13:12Z

Deseret News, 06/11/13

Jensine (Cena) Marsh, passed away Saturday June 8, 2013 at her home in Preston Idaho, following a brief but valiant battle with cancer. Jensine was born April 23 1925, in Tomah, Wisconsin, the sixth of eight daughters of Henry and Edith Johannessen. The family returned to Idaho Falls Idaho, in 1929 where she was raised and educated, graduating with the class of 1943, and earning a Letter in Basketball. After graduating, she moved to Salt Lake City to work at one of the many military contractors supporting the war effort. During a night on the town, with an older sister, she met a "handsome Lieutenant" at a dance club in downtown Salt Lake City. As the story goes, he came to her rescue that night, and twelve months later they were married on October 30th 1945. That marriage to Walter E. Marsh lasted fifty six years, ending at his death on March 12, 2001.
She retired from Sperry Univac as a Senior Buyer in the Purchasing Department after 34 years.
Jensine was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities in the Relief Society. Her love of quilting brought many women of the Relief Society together, hand stitching quilts and blankets to be donated to needy children at Primary Childrens Hospital. Her love of dolls as a child, continued throughout her life, and with her sisters, she crafted, dressed and pampered hundreds of handmade porcelain dolls. She had an amazing ability to make and keep friends. From her earliest days as a child and wherever she traveled throughout the world, she added to that long list of friends. She was the driving force in organizing her 50th class reunion in 1993, and only missed the 70th reunion this year because of her failing health. Her keen mind and memory for facts and details provided hours of wonderful stories for her children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her three children, Kristine Jones (Alan) Sandy Utah, Susan McQueen Preston Idaho, Kevin Marsh (Leslie) Riverton Utah. Two sisters, Joanna Koester (Dale) Downey Idaho, Jalna Searle Shelley Idaho. Eleven Grandchildren and Twenty-nine Great-Grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Thursday June 13, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Whitney 2nd Ward 1444 South 1600 East Preston, Idaho. Friends may call at the Whitney 2nd Ward from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Interment will follow a second service for friends and family in the Salt Lake City area, held at 3:30 p.m., at Mountain View Memorial Estates 3115 East 7800 South Salt Lake City, Utah.

Published in Deseret News on June 11, 2013

Joan W. Bennett (1942-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-06-07 21:44:48Z

Logan Herald Journal, 06/07/13

Our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Joan W. Bennett, 71, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah. She was born on April 14, 1942, in Franklin, Idaho, the daughter of Dallin Porter and Myrtle Carlson Woodward. She grew up in Franklin, graduating from Preston High School. She had lived in Minnesota, Michigan, Utah, Illinois, and South Dakota, returning to Franklin in 2000.

She married Linden Ross Bennett in 1960. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. Linden passed away in 2000.

Joan was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She volunteered at the Franklin Relic Hall and loved Franklin and family history. Joan dedicated most of her life to serving others and was a devoted friend to many. Her children and grandchildren were the love of her life. She most enjoyed the laughter at family gatherings.

Joan is survived by her sons, Laine (Gail), Roy, Utah; Blake, Idaho; Vince (Theresa), Greenville, Mich.; Shawn (Julie), Richmond, Utah; and Shane (Alyson), Gilbert, Ariz.; 12 grandchildren, and sister, Shauna (Jeff) Bowen, Soda Springs, Idaho.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her daughter, Chantel; parents, and sister, Darlis Woodward.

Graveside services will be held Monday, June 10, 2013, at noon at the Franklin, Idaho cemetery. Friends may visit with the family at the LDS Chapel in Franklin following the services. Services entrusted to Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Franklin Relic Hall, 113 E. Main St., Franklin, ID 83237.

Send condolences to the family at: www.lindquistmor tuary.com .

Brenda Fae Stones Mickelson Smith (1953-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-06-05 16:25:01Z

Idaho State Journal, 06/05/13

Avalon - Brenda Fae Stones Mickelson Smith, 59, loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31, 2013 after complications from surgery. She was born in Downey, Idaho on September 22, 1953 to Barbara Thompson and Ben J. Stones. She married Jerry Jeppsen and they were later divorced. She then married Delmas Smith. She lived in Grace and Soda Springs, Idaho; Plain City, UT; and Kempner, Texas.

Brenda is survived by her husband Delmas Smith of Avalon, TX; Jeannie Jeppsen (Chad) Rust, of Gatesville, TX; Noelle (Billie) Blain, of Avalon, TX; four grandchildren Kodylane Rust, Garrett Rust, Jessica Rust, and Phoebe Blain. She is also survived by her mother Barbara Mickelson, of Grace, ID; and her siblings Scott (Kari) Mickelson, of Pocatello, ID; Antone (Kelley) Mickelson, Yakima, WA; Marty (Dianne) Mickelson, Lewiston, UT; Marsha (Phillip) Warren, Jerome, ID; Betty (Jed) Fellows, Preston, ID; Blair (Laura) Mickelson, Melba, ID; Sarah (Wade) Hansen, Lancaster, OH; Arlen Mickelson, Preston, ID; Marlowe (Noel) Mickelson, of Grace, ID. She was preceded in death by her father Ben J. Stones, a step father Riley L. Mickelson, and a brother Brian J. Stones.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at 12:00 noon at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 800 East in Preston, Idaho. A viewing will be held on Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. at Webb Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Downey Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com

Randy J. (RJ) Robinson (1954-2013 )

AMHhenley — 2013-06-04 18:26:24Z

Logan Herald Journal, 06/04/13

TAIPEI, TAIWAN — Randy J. “RJ” Robinson, 58, passed away unexpectedly in Taipei, Taiwan, on May 18, 2013. RJ was born in Logan, Utah, on June 28, 1954, to Don and Wanza Robinson and grew up in Weston and Preston, Idaho. He graduated in English literature and grammar, magna cum laude, from Utah State University in 1978. He studied Russian and German when he was young and obtained certifications in French and Italian in 1984. While a candidate for MA in Chinese Studies at the Monterey Institute of International Studies in California, he also received certification in Mandarin Chinese from the International Mandarin Training Center, Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, Dalian, People’s Republic of China in 1991. He then settled in Taipei where he lived and worked for two decades. Possessing a powerful intellect and a gift for languages, RJ disliked conformity in all its guises. Most recently, he was employed as a professor at Fu Jen Catholic University in Taipei, Taiwan, where colleagues and students alike recognized his gift for teaching with wit and humor.

RJ was preceded in death by his partner David Cook, his parents and his sister Donna. He is survived by his sisters Vicki, Julie and Patricia, and his brother James. A memorial service was held in Taipei on May 24, 2013, at Fu Jen Catholic University. Representing RJ’s family at the ceremony was his nephew and close friend, Michael Kjar.

Beth Choules Hampton (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-31 20:36:55Z

The Idaho Statesman, 05/31/13

Beth Choules Hampton, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on May 28, 2013, in Eagle, Idaho, at the age of 87, after a short but valiant battle with cancer. Beth was born in Fairview, Idaho, on October 31, 1925, to Alma and Leda Larsen Choules. She attended schools in Fairview and Preston, graduating from Preston High School in 1944. She then completed a two year course of study in accounting at Idaho State University.
She married Rex W. Hampton on July 15, 1947. They lived in Pocatello and Preston, before moving to Ogden, and eventually Sunset, where they resided for 50 years before moving to Eagle in 2009. They are the parents of three children.
Beth was employed in the Accounting Department at Hill Air Force Base for 25 years and retired in 1986.
She was an avid card player and loved all sports, especially bowling. She won many bowling trophies and tournaments. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Beth is survived by her children, Kathy Mumford (James), of Eagle, Vicki Neibaur (Willard), and Dan Hampton, both of Mesa, Arizona; seven grandchildren; 13 1/2 great grandchildren; her sister, Barbara Bauer of St. George, Utah; and her brother, Philip Choules of Boise. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rex; sisters, Ann Lewis and Sandra Hall, and brother, Bill Choules.
Memorial services will be held at the Morris Hill Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2013. Interment will be at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. The family wishes to express heartfelt thanks for the loving care given to their mother by the staffs at Spring Creek Assisted Living and United Hospice. Services are under the direction of Relyea Funeral Chapel.
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Published in Idaho Statesman on May 31, 2013

Rory Brent Edwards (1979-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-30 16:36:56Z

The Preston Citizen, 05/29/13

Rory Brent Edwards passed away May 22, 2013 in Preston, Idaho, at Franklin County Medical Center succumbing to a long fight with brain cancer. Rory was born June 18, 1979 in Orange, Calif., to Brent and Diane Edwards. His nurses called him the “Hulk”. His siblings are Brendian Edwards Seymour and Heath Asa Edwards.

His grandparents are Dennis and Ruby Edwards and Doug and Yvonne Clair. Great-grandparents are Felix and Viola Edwards.

Some of Rory’s many activities included drawing (he was a gifted artist), skim boarding (he made the skim boards), surfing, skin diving, flashlight tag, frisbee tag, gourmet cooking, BMX riding, entertaining his friends as a comedian and doing magic tricks.

He enjoyed going shooting with Brendian and her husband Jared. He made canes. He was a roofer and a tile setter.

One family story is of him learning karate as an eight year old and then charging his cousins a quarter to teach them.

He loved his dog, Muska, who he had trained very well. Muska preceded him to Heaven.

Rory was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved studying about Joseph Smith. He was devoted to his family.

Leslie "Les" Kelton Merrill (1944-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-28 16:30:07Z

Post Register, 05/28/13

Leslie "Les" Kelton Merrill, 69, of Salem, died peacefully Sunday morning, May 26, 2013, at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with pneumonia. Les was born Feb. 15, 1944, in Preston, Idaho, to Kelton and Helen Merrill. He graduated from Preston High in the spring of 1962.

That fall, he started school at Ricks College, where he met the love of his life, Linda Wellard.

Les was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission to the Eastern United States.

Les and Linda were married April 16, 1965, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple and have lived in Salem, Idaho, their entire marriage. They were blessed with five children and 16 grandchildren.

He worked many years in construction and at the INL, with his last 20 years at Walmart in Rexburg.

Les was a man of service; he loved to serve his family, neighbors and fellow man. He spent 20 years working with the Cowboy Poets of Idaho, where he traveled all over Idaho providing the sound for their gatherings. He also volunteered 20 years with the Madison County Fair, providing the sound for their talent shows and entertainment. In the fall of 2011, Les and Linda were awarded the Dennis Olsen Volunteer Award at the Republican Convention, where he spent eight years providing the sound.

Les had many hobbies; he loved the outdoors, photography, sound, lapidary, woodworking, leatherwork, knot tying and braiding, to name a few. His greatest joy and accomplishment was his family. Nothing was more important to him than family.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Wellard Merrill; his children, Sandra (Brett) Rosier, Sherrie Bowen, Jeremy (Heather) Merrill, Jason (Lori) Merrill and Christina (Robby) Noble; as well as 16 grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Helen Merrill; a brother, David (Roberta) Merrill; and his sisters, Kathryn Merrill, Annette (Norbert) Weber and Karren (Brett) Fitzgerald.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 30, at the Salem LDS Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Flamm Funeral Home and again from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Thursday at the church prior to services. Interment will be in Wilford Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent online to www.flammfh.com.

Published in Post Register on May 28, 2013

Veigh Jensen Nielson (1921-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-23 16:12:01Z

Deseret News, 05/23/13

Veigh Jensen Nielson passed away peacefully Saturday, May 18 at 10:07 p.m. in his Salt Lake City home to be reunited with his sweetheart, Janet. He was born to Waldemar W. and Beatrice Jensen Nielson in Whitney, Idaho on February 1, 1921.
Veigh and Janet married in 1949 in the Salt Lake Temple. Veigh's employment with Arabian-American Oil Company (ARAMCO) took the newlyweds to San Francisco and New York during their early years of marriage. In 1952, Veigh moved his young family from New York to Bartlesville, Oklahoma, for a successful and rewarding 32-year career as a manager and executive leader with Phillips Petroleum Company.
Service in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has characterized Veigh's life. He served for nearly 20 years in the stake presidency of the Tulsa, Oklahoma Stake. He later served as Regional Representative over the Oklahoma, Missouri, and West Texas regions. After Veigh retired from Phillips, Veigh and Janet compassionately served in the LDS England Coventry Mission as Mission President to the British people and to many missionaries who became like sons and daughters to them. A few years later, after settling in Salt Lake, Veigh and Janet shared their great love of the eternity of families as they served together as Temple President and Matron in Dallas, Texas.
What mattered most to Veigh during his life were his family, his testimony of the gospel, and finding ways to serve others. His church service gave him ample opportunities to provide counsel to those struggling with problems, to provide guidance to young men and women as they looked toward their futures, and to share his testimony of Jesus Christ, the eternal value of families, and the importance of missionary and temple work.
Veigh loved his country, serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He remained interested and involved in politics until his last years. He was able to share this love of country as he served in positions of leadership in the Boy Scouts of America. For this service he was awarded the Silver Beaver.
Education was important to Veigh. He attended the University of Utah and Harvard Business School. He helped his own children to earn college degrees, and encouraged other young people to do the same. In his later years he helped international students to gain college educations in the United States via the BYU Cardon International Scholarship program. As a result, his influence is felt globally.
As his children, we will miss Dad for his great love for us. We will miss his teasing and his puns (often groan-worthy). We will miss his great example of devotion to eternal principles, his gentlemanly manners, and the devoted, loving father he was to each of us.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Janet, his brother, Kay, and his sister, Beth (Renshaw). He will be greatly missed by his children Dina (Randy) Wyatt, Kathy Richardson, Veigh (Marilyn), Henry (Diane), David, Jan (Andy) Christensen as well as his 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 28, 12 noon, at the Eagle Gate Stake Center, 135 A Street. Friends may call Monday, May 27, 6-8:30 p.m., at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, and Tuesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Stake Center. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online condolences at larkinmortuary.com

Published in Deseret News from May 23 to May 26, 2013

Claudia May Larsen Mitton (1923-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-21 17:36:14Z

Standard-Examiner, 05/21/13

SYRACUSE – Claudia L. Mitton, our sweet mother and grandmother, died peacefully of natural causes, May 15, 2013, just one week prior to her 90th birthday. She was born May 22, 1923, to Junius C. and Charity E. Larsen, in Mink Creek, Idaho. She was the eighth of 12 children. She married her sweetheart, James Wesley Mitton, on April 29, 1940, in Provo, Utah. The marriage was solemnized November 22, 1940 in the Logan LDS Temple. Wesley died 30 years ago in 1983.

Claudia's life was devoted to family and church. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where she served in many callings including seminary teacher, Relief Society President, Primary President, MIA teacher, Ogden Temple worker, and Visiting Teacher for over 70 years. She also served a mission along with her husband to England.

She loved sports, baking and canning, traveling, gardening, and her grandchildren. Claudia faced many health challenges in her life, but her motto was "Count Your Blessings, Not Your Problems", and she lived by this, never complaining and always sweet and kind. She was loved by all who knew her.

Claudia is survived by her children: Jay (Joan) Mitton; Marilyn (James) Roth; Linda (Lyle) Elmore; special niece Kathe (Harris) who lived with us for several years; sister Donna Purser; brother Thane (Margaret) Larsen; 16 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 9 step-grandchildren; 28 step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, four brothers; Elden, Virgil, Laurel, Farrell; five sisters, Marilyn Larsen, Roda Anderson, Roma Stimpson, Maxine Moss, Shirley Hartley, and one grandson, David Mitton.

The family wishes to thank Harmony Hospice nurses and staff for loving care rendered this past year. Special thanks to Tara and Christina.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., at the Syracuse Legacy Park Stake Center, 2024 South 1475 West, Syracuse, Utah. Friends may call at the chapel prior to the services from 9:00 – 10:45 a.m.

Interment at 3:00 p.m. at the Hyrum Utah City Cemetery.

Services under the direction of Myers Roy Mortuary

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com.

Richard Lee Umbel (1945-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-21 17:33:59Z

Logan Herald Journal, 05/21/13

PRESTON, IDAHO — Richard Lee Umbel of Preston, Idaho, died peacefully May 19, 2013, after only 67 short years with us. Rich leaves an undying legacy of compassion, dedication, strength, courage and endless love. All who were lucky enough to know Rich have been forever enriched through his example and wisdom and in us he will live on in the spirit he left us.

Rich was born at home July 16, 1945, in Uniontown, Pa., along with his twin sister. Rich graduated from Fairchance Georges High School in 1963 and shortly thereafter left his hometown for adventure in the West. Rich married Nadine Keller on March 13, 1965, in Riverdale, Idaho. The highlight of Rich’s life was his wife, children and grandchildren. Rich never missed a ballgame, school play, pageant, graduation, or any activity his children or grandchildren were involved in. Rich’s dedication to his family never wavered, even as his own health deteriorated. For Rich, nothing in the world was more valuable to him than his family.

Rich took joy in the simple things of life. He would spend endless hours planning his garden and harvesting the produce. Rich would beam with excitement for his family to try his new recipe or garden bounty. Rich loved to cook and Dutch oven cooking was his specialty. He taught many people how to cook with an open fire and carefully tended many pots of food for community and family events. It was not unusual for Rich to box up an extra serving of food and take it to an invalid or ill friend. Rich was a kid at heart and had a love for life that was contagious. He would spend hours playing board games and video games with the family. Rich was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and decorated his home and yard with Steeler items for all to share. Christmas was Rich’s favorite time of year and he has been known to leave his Christmas tree up year-round and just change the ornaments to fit the season. Rich would start in October putting out his Christmas yard displays.

Rich shared his talents and enthusiasm with the community and church through his many volunteer activities. Rich was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in ward and stake leadership through this period. Rich was involved in the Boy Scout program including organizing a troop for Scouts with disabilities, serving on the Eagle review board, and earning the Silver Beaver award. While a merchant, Rich was involved in the Preston Chamber of Commerce, serving on the board for six years and as president for two years. Rich was elected as the Franklin County assessor beginning in 1995 and proudly served in this elected position for 16 years. Rich felt it was an honor to serve Franklin County and would often open the office on a weekend to issue license plates to help someone in need. Rich filled every hour with work, family and community activities and leaves his family with pride at his every accomplishment.

Rich was plagued in his later years with various health ailments. Despite his weakened condition, Rich continued to work tirelessly in his various work and community positions. Even though he was ill and often tired, Rich never complained and continued to smile despite these challenges. Rich’s strength and perseverance will be remembered because, through his effort, we were able to enjoy him for many years as he kept his personal challenges to himself.

Rich is survived by his wife of 48 years Nadine Keller Umbel; children Sandra (Roch) Clapp of Eagle, Idaho, Richard (Sandi) Umbel of Grand Junction, Colo., and Christa (Adam) Smith of Boise, Idaho. Rich’s true joy has been his grandchildren Bryce Umbel, Jordan Umbel, Auriana Clapp-Younggren, MacKenzie Clapp, Dante Rock, Dason Rock, Tatiana Smith, Amiyah Smith, Urijah Smith, Haley Smith and Mikayla Chaney; and his mother-inlaw Betty Henderson. Rich was preceded in death by his parents Andrew and Mary Umbel and sisters Mary Elizabeth (Mame) Hunt and Delores Gasper. Rich is also survived by his brother Andrew Umbel of Cleveland, Ohio, Marge Auger of Preston, Idaho, and his twin sister Barbara Marcus of Hopwood, Pa.

A remembrance of Rich’s life will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 23, 2013, in the 8th Ward church, 213 S. 200 East in Preston, with Bishop Jerry Petterborg conducting. A viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will immediately follow in the Mink Creek Cemetery.

Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com .

Randy Lowe Biggs “Nace” (1952-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-19 20:02:10Z

Logan Herald Journal, 05/19/13

PRESTON, IDAHO — Randy Lowe Biggs “Nace”, 60, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away May 17, 2013 in Preston, Idaho. He was born October 15, 1952, in Murray, Utah, the son of Ether Allen Biggs and June Lowe Biggs, the fifth of seven children raised in Draper, Utah.

He was a proud member of the NRA. He was a mountain man by heart and his favorite place to be was on his own property high in the mountains.

He is survived by two sons and two daughters; Jason R. Biggs, Kyle A. (Meredith) Biggs, Kimberly Biggs and Chareese; five grandchildren, Alexis, Kaden, Jayda, Grace and Kohen; four sisters and two brothers, Deanna Hanna, Delores (M. Wayne) Western, Julie (Robert) Smith, Suzann (Kelly V.) Jones, Neal L. Biggs and Michael L. Biggs. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a wife, Julene.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 23, 2013, at noon at Webb Funeral Home at 1005 S. 800 East, Preston, Idaho. Friends may call Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in the Franklin, Idaho, Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

Terry Lee LiCalzi (1953 - 2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-19 18:18:13Z

The Spectrum, 05/19/13

Terry Lee LiCalzi, St. George, UT, -passed away peacefully at her home on May 15, 2013. Terry was born March 26, 1953, in Logan, UT, to Roland LeRoy and Ruby Comille Jorgensen Hull. She married Joseph LiCalzi in the Salt Lake City Temple on June 2, 1978.

Terry was raised just outside of Preston, ID, in Cub River Canyon, which always held a special place in her heart. She moved from Franklin, Idaho to St. George, UT in 1990 with her husband and three kids Tyler, Wesley, and Nicolas. In St. George Terry worked as a Pedicurist at a fitness spa where she became quite popular for her technique. She moved her business to her home where her many loyal clients, from almost every state in the country and other parts of the world, made a special effort to get an appointment whenever they were going to be near St.George. Terry's always put others needs before her own. She spent her time taking care of her mother Ruby, worrying about what she could do for her kids to make their life easier, and coming up with ways to spoil her two grandchildren, Joey and Macie.

She is survived by: her husband Joe LiCalzi; sons, Tyler LiCalzi, Wesley LiCalzi, and Nicolas LiCalzi; daughter-in-law Tatiana Hall LiCalzi; grandchildren Joey and Macie LiCalzi; mother Ruby Hull; and siblings Roland (Rinse) Hull, Alyce Dansie, Pam Johnson,Tim Hull, Roben Hull, Julie Hull, and Kelly Hull. She was preceded I death by: her father Roland Hull; and Brothers Brad Hull, Richard Hull, and Pete Hull.

Funeral services will be held Monday, May 20, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at the Sunset 7th Ward LDS Chapel, 415 N. Westridge Dr., St. George, UT. A visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 prior to the service at the chapel. Interment will follow at the Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, UT.

Friends and family are invited to share condolences online at www.SerenityFuneralCare.Org. Arrangements are under the direction of SereniCare Funeral Home, St. George, UT. 986-2085.

Published in The Spectrum & Daily News on May 19, 2013

Jewel Birch Larsen (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-16 16:08:50Z

Jewel Larsen
Obituary
The Post Register, 05/16/13

Jewel Birch Larsen, 87, of Idaho Falls, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born July 16, 1925, in Mink Creek, Idaho, to Mads Martinus Larsen and Anna Mathilde Birch Larsen. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Preston High School in 1943.

He joined the U.S. Army during World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge.

On Nov. 11, 1948, he married Arlene Bright in Winder, Idaho. Their marriage was solemnized May 22, 1965, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They made their home in Preston and in 1951 moved to Idaho Falls. He worked as a shift supervisor at INEL starting at Phillips Petroleum.

Jewel was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various callings, including as ward executive secretary and ward mission leader. He was a hard worker and enjoyed serving others.

Survivors are his wife, Arlene Larsen of Idaho Falls; sons, J. Lynn Larsen and W. Casey Larsen, both of Idaho Falls; daughter, Ann (Michael) Williams of Idaho Falls; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, LaMont Birch Larsen, Wayne Birch Larsen and Gaylen Birch Larsen; sisters, Maurine Birch Klippert and Bonnie Birch Zimmerman; and one grandson, Adam Casey Larsen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, at the Idaho Falls LDS Mountain View Ward, 1450 Mountain View Lane, with Bishop Randall Wheeler officiating. The family will visit with friends from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday prior to services at the church. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park with military rites by the Bonneville County Veterans Team and Idaho Honor Guard.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.woodfuneralhome.com.

Published in Post Register on May 16, 2013

Arnold Jr. Naef (1929-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-12 19:45:28Z

Idaho State Journal, 05/12/13

Arnold Jr. Naef passed away Wednesday May 8, 2013 in Pocatello, Idaho. Junior was born November 6, 1929 at Dayton, Idaho. He was the seventh child of Arnold Amuid Naef and Margaret Whitehead Naef. His father was killed in a logging accident before Junior was born. Margaret later married Orson Nelson, who was the only father he ever knew.Attending schools in Dayton, he was active in sports, playing baseball,basketball and football. He graduated from high school in 1947 and attended Utah State University.

Junior married Bonnie Guy on November 23, 1947. They had three sons,Larry, Kim and Mike.They lived in Lewiston,Utah, where Junior hauled milk. In 1952 the family moved to Caldwell, Idaho. Junior and his brother in law Darwin Feller bought five milk routes.

The family moved to Downey in 1955 and this became their home. Junior bought a milk route from Ralph Feller. Milk was hauled in cans and was very hard work.

Junior and Bonnie divorced and in 1976 he married Marlyn Barnes. Junior was always civic minded and involved with Boy Scouts, Little League Baseball, and church work. He was the Mayor of Downey for two years and an active member of the Downey Lions Club. He was cabinet secretary, Deputy District Governor and Zone Chairman. He served two terms as President of the Downey Lions Club.

Junior has always worked hard and provided well for his family. He has been a loving husband and father.

He is survived by his wife Marlyn, sons: Larry (Lana) Salmon, Idaho, Kim, Pocatello, Brad (Sherry) Barnes, Boyce (Jolene) Barnes, McCammon, daughters: Marilee (Jeff) Jones, Bear River City Utah, Shelley (Deon) Mendenhall, St. George, Utah, Deann (Brad) Colling, Idaho Falls and Allyson (Tad) Pearson, Blackfoot. There are 24 grandchildren and 43 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way.

He is preceded in death by his son Mike, his parents, three brothers and three sisters. Junior will be missed, but never forgotten.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 13 at 12 noon in the Downey LDS 1st Ward Chapel. Friends may visit with the family this evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the church and again from 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Downey Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Horsley’s Marsh Valley Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.horsleyfuneral home.com

Odetta Jennie Porter Monson (1926-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-09 16:51:26Z

Logan Herald Journal, 05/09/13

PRESTON — Odetta Jennie Porter Monson, 87, passed away May 7, 2013, at the Heritage Home in Preston, Idaho. She was born April 14, 1926, in Mapleton, Idaho, the daughter of Frederick Earl and Jennie May Gilbert Porter.

She married Axel Elvoid Monson on Dec. 15, 1944, in the Logan LDS Temple. He preceded her in death May 26, 1992. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, having served as a secretary in the Sunday School and as ward librarian for over 30 years. She worked many years as a custodian for the LDS Church. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, quilting and traveling. She loved going for car rides.

She is survived by son-in-law Don R. Bartlome of Preston; two grandsons, Don-Mikel (Amber) Bartlome and Nickolas Bartlome of Preston; two brothers and four sisters, Dorin (Lucy) Porter of Mapleton, Idaho, Luana Esplin of Preston, Onda (Keith) Taylor of Thomas, Idaho, Larry (Madge) Porter of Inkom, Idaho, Donna (Jim) Anderson of Tremonton, Utah, and Maxine (Bernard) Lund of Moreland, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two daughters, Wanda Monson and RaNae Bartlome; son Eldon Monson; and brother Woodrow Porter.

Funeral services will be at noon Saturday, May 11, 2013, in the Whitney 2nd Ward chapel, 1444 S. 1600 East in Preston, Idaho, with Bishop Jim Summers conducting. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, Idaho, and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com . lum and instruction design from the University of Phoenix. Two months after this, she was diagnosed with bi-phenotypic acute leukemia. Mel was devastated to have to give up her teaching career. She continued to find ways to teach the children around her. She was a teacher at heart.

Mel miraculously and courageously fought leukemia for 3½ years. Her family and Kaden were by her side through the ups and downs of treatment. She fought with a positive outlook and touched the lives of all the nurses and doctors who cared for her. She fought for Kaden.

The family would like to thank everyone at the bone marrow unit (East 8) at LDS Hospital for the care and support they gave Mel and our entire family. They were Mel’s home away from home and will always be an extension of our family.

Mel is survived by her son Kaden; parents LeRoy and Peggy Balls; siblings Kim Balls (Joanie), Cami Bodrero (Eric), Angela Hammond (Stephen), Greg Balls (Charise) and Mike Balls (Stephanie); grandmother Ruth Hill; grandmother Glenna Lamb; and grandfather Doral Perkes (Kathy). She leaves behind 10 nieces and nephews, who adore her. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Camille Thurston Perkes, grandfather Dale Balls, grandmother Emma Jeanette Perkes, grandfather Harold Hill and uncle Kevin Ray Perkes.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Hyde Park Stake Center, 535 E. 200 South in Hyde Park, Utah. A viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 10, at Allen Mortuary, 420 E. 1800 North in North Logan, Utah, and 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Graveside services will be at Hyde Park Cemetery.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.allen mortuaries.net .

Donna Buttars Funk (1928-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-03 22:36:08Z

Logan Herald Journal, 05/03/13

RICHMOND, UTAH: Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away peacefully on April 29, 2013 at the Caring Hearts Assisted Living facility in North Logan, UT at the age of 85. Donna was born on March 7, 1928 in Cedarville, ID to Ruben and Clara Buttars. She was raised in Weston ID. Donna served an LDS mission to the Western States mission. She married Reed Funk on Feb. 2, 1951 in the Logan LDS Temple. She graduated from Utah State University in 1953.
Reed and Donna moved to New Jersey in 1956 where Donna raised her three children and taught elementary school for 30 years. She was also a tremendous support to her husband in his career at Rutgers University.
Donna was a faithful member of the LDS church and served in many callings including Relief Society President, YW President, Stake Primary President and in the Stake YW Presidency. Her favorite calling was that of Sunbeam teacher.
Donna's life was an example of devotion, generosity and selfless service to others. She loved to sew. Many who came in contact with her were given one of her countless beautiful quilts. Her home was always open and she was a gracious host to friends, missionaries, and many of Reed's associates from around the world.
She is survived by her three children; Bonnie (Jeff) Adams, Somerset, N.J.; David (Tamara) Funk, Richmond, UT; and Carol Jean (Brian) Petersen, Thatcher, UT., 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Alton (NaDean) Buttars, Preston, ID; Gayle (David) Bouck, Dayton, ID; VaLoy (Bryce) Packer, Smithfield UT; and Carolyn (Niel) King, Burley, ID. She was preceded in death by her husband Reed and her sister Marlene Koller.
The family would like to express their thanks to the loving care given by the Access Hospice team and the staff at Caring Hearts.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday May 6 at 11:00 am in the Richmond City Creek Ward Chapel 150 S. 100 East. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 pm on Sunday, May 5th at Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 E Center St., Logan and from 9:30 to 10:30 am Monday prior to services at the church.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net.

LaMar Van Hoskins (1927-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-02 16:42:32Z

Standard-Examiner, 04/28/13

Our loving Father, Grandfather, Great-grandfather and Friend, LaMar Van Hoskins, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2013. He was born in Preston, Idaho, the son of Elijah Van and Theresa Westover Hoskins on March 19, 1927. LaMar was raised in the fields of Idaho. He later moved to Ogden and settled in Layton.

He served in the Marine Corps as a Private during World War II.

LaMar married Bonnie LuRae Bird on November 27, 1951 in Elko, Nevada. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Bonnie passed away on April 4, 2013.

He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

LaMar worked as a carpenter in the construction industry. LaMar loved helping others in need and enjoyed church activities. His favorite thing to do was shopping at Lowe’s and Home Depot.

LaMar is survived by his son, Paul Hoskins, Layton; daughters, Vonna Cassidy, Spokane, WA; Terry Allen, and Connie Sim both of Ogden; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, brothers, Conel, Larry and Keith Hoskins; and sister, Helen Hoskins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie; son, Michael Hoskins; grandson, David Sim; great-granddaughter, Kylee Sim; parents, sister, Norine and brothers, Verlan and Raymond.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may visit with family on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the mortuary.

Interment, Lindquist’s Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Clearfield Meals on Wheels at Davis County Health Dept., Attn Senior Services, P O Box 618, Farmington UT 84025.

Max Arlin Bartholomew (1942-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-05-01 17:22:12Z

Logan Herald Journal, 05/01/13

WESTON, IDAHO — Max Arlin Bartholomew died peacefully Monday, April 29, 3013, surrounded by family and friends. He escaped the cruel effects of cancer and heart disease and went on to a better life. He was a righteous example of trying to live as the Savior would have us live. He will be greatly missed.

Max was born Aug. 4, 1942, in Provo, Utah, to Lee Berns Bartholomew and Lois May Durrant Bartholomew. He was the eldest of six children. He married Linda Young on Dec. 27, 1963. He was a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force, serving as a meteorologist and then spending time in the Air Force Reserves.

He loved woodworking, fishing and gardening. He was an active member of the LDS Church, always serving in some position. Most recently he and Linda were officiators at the Logan Temple, and before that they were service missionaries at Cinnamon Creek Church Camp for three summers.

He is survived by his wife Linda; children Charlotte (Brian) Womack, Marlin C. (Helen) Bartholomew, Jon Lee (Selena) Bartholomew, Peggy (Miguel) Martinez, Lauralyn (Aaron) Anderson, JoAnna (Tom) Arnold, Michael D. (Barbara) Bartholomew, Jason Lee (MacKenzie) Bartholomew and Daniel E. (Janita) Bartholomew; 35 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Douglas.

Funeral services will be at noon Friday, May 3, in the Weston 1st Ward chapel with Bishop Randy Austin conducting. There will be a viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, Idaho, and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the Weston church. Interment will be in the Weston Cemetery.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com .

Clifford G. Hawkes (1918-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-30 16:57:26Z

Idaho Press-Tribune, 04/30/13

Our dearly loved Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and Friend, Clifford Gibbons Hawkes, peacefully passed away on April 27, 2013 at his home. Clifford was born January 13, 1918 in Preston, Idaho to Thomas Herbert Hawkes and Elizabeth A. Gibbons Hawkes. As a young man, Clifford loved playing football, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends outdoors. He loved his parents and his siblings, and his love of family became the foundation of his life. He graduated from Albion Normal College in 1940. He taught school and then served in the U.S. Navy in Africa during WW II. After the war, he farmed at Tuttle, Idaho and Vale, Oregon from 1946 until 1994, He married Mary Darlene Mc Crea on June 5th 1946 and they had three daughters, Cheryl Hawkes Wettstein, Leslea Hawkes Jensen and Janice "Jani" Hawkes Jenkins. Clifford and Darlene were sealed with their daughters in the Idaho Falls Temple August 21, 1969.
Clifford had a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and he was pleased with the life that he had lived. Clifford's greatest accomplishment and joy in his life was his family and he took great satisfaction in his relationships with family and friends. Clifford taught, "…family is the most important thing in your life. Making lots of money doesn't compare with having those great relationships. Take time to enjoy your family."
Clifford was preceded in death by his sweetheart Darlene in 2005, his siblings, Ada Winegar, Vanda Smith, Willis Hawkes, Mary Simpson, Gene Hawkes and Nathan Hawkes. He is survived by his sister Margaret Hawkes Merrill (Keith Merrill) of Paul, ID; his three daughters and their husbands, Cheryl and Gary Bowman, Leslea and Ron Jensen, and Jani and Kirk Bowler; grandchildren, Angee (Brent) Wettstein Thompson, Lori (Thad) Wettstein Wilkey, Duane (Roslyn) Wettstein, Josh Bowman, Kim (Jon) Jensen Pingree, Ryan (Alysia) Jensen, Eric (Crystal) Jensen, Dennis (Katie) Jensen, Megan (Kevin) Jensen Hyer, Jesse (Sarah) Jenkins, Elizabeth Jenkins and Allie Jenkins & 33 great grandchildren. Clifford will be remembered for his charitable nature, happy smile, love for his daughters and his posterity.
A viewing will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm, Wednesday, May 1st at Bowman Funeral Parlor, 5525 N. Glenwood St, Garden City. Funeral services will be held at 11 am, Thursday, May 2nd at the LDS Church, 309 W. Main Street, Middleton, preceded by a viewing at 10 am. Committal services will follow at 3 pm, at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, Boise.

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Published in Idaho Press Tribune on April 30, 2013

Blaine W. Dunkley (1922-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-25 16:55:32Z

Logan Herald Journal, 04/25/13

RIVER HEIGHTS — Blaine W. Dunkley, 91, our father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family April 22, 2013. He left a legacy of love, service and charity. He was born April 3, 1922, to Lester LeRoy and Rosella Lowe Dunkley, in Whitney Idaho. He attended High School in Preston, Idaho. After high school graduation, he served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the New England States Mission. Three weeks after returning home, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he was stationed in several places in California and Washington for 26 months.

Blaine fell in love with his sweetheart, Beth Smith, of Preston, Idaho. They were married June 19, 1946, in the Logan LDS Temple. They began their married life together in Logan attending USU Agricultural School, then moving to Idaho Falls to attend commercial dental school. He started and owned Cache Valley Dental Laboratory.

Blaine and Beth are the parents of five children, Julie Low (Jay B.), Craig (Cindy), Kevin (Lisa), Kent (Teri) and Jan Allen (Paul) with 26 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren who love and adore their grandpa.

Blaine was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served in many callings. He was the first bishop of the River Heights 1st Ward, where he made many of his lifelong friends who have meant so much to him over the years. Blaine and Beth served two missions to Fresno, Calif., and served 6½ years at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building on Friday evenings.

Blaine will be remembered for many things including his love of the scriptures and the way he taught the gospel with love and humility. Dad was a gardener at heart. He grew a beautiful vegetable garden every year which he shared with many. Cantaloupe was his favorite.

No matter who you were, family or friend, he was always glad to see you. Blaine loved people. He made everyone feel like they were his very best friend. He was the best father and grandpa anyone could wish for. He always had time to listen, encourage, and praise. He looked for the good in everything and in everyone. He had a keen sense of humor and loved to make others smile. He will be greatly missed. We love you dad.

He was preceded in death by his sweet wife Beth, brother Mack and sisters Zelda Taylor and Eunice Perry. He has one sister still living, Francine Oliverson (Glen).

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the River Heights Stake Center, 800 S. 600 East in River Heights. A viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 26, at Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 E. Center St. in Logan, and again from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the stake center. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Allen-Hall Mortuary.

Condolences may be shared online by visiting www.allenmortuaries.net .

Faye Beth Holland Bessinger Larsen (1918-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-25 16:30:00Z

The Preston Citizen, 04/24/13

Faye Beth Holland Bessinger Larsen, 94, passed away on April 18, 2013, in Preston, Idaho. Faye was born July 31, 1918, in Brigham City, Utah. She was the daughter of John Henry Holland and Edith Ida Rose. Faye married Albert Bessinger, Jr. of Tremonton, Utah, on Nov. 2, 1935. Faye and Albert (deceased) had six sons, Richard, Clyde (deceased), Robert, Dennis (deceased), Max (deceased) and Garry. Faye married Dale Larsen on Aug. 15, 1967. Dale had two sons and three daughters, Joan, LaNae, Rodney, Connie and David. Faye had nine brothers and sisters, Dick (deceased), Jack (deceased), Betty (deceased), Kathleen (deceased), Dorothy, Max, Connie, Darlene and Mary. Faye has a total of 29 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Faye was the oldest child and grew up in Bear River City, Utah. Faye loved to tell her children stories of her youth and especially her grandmothers, Matilda Rose and Paulina Holland; running the hills at Little Mountain and catching carp at the Bear River and selling them. Faye met her future husband, Albert, at a mutual dance, fell in love and were married in Ogden, Utah. They made their home in Tremonton, Utah and had a small farm, sold eggs, had the Bessinger Coal Company and later the Culligan Soft Water Company in Tremonton.

When Albert passed away she met and married Dale Larsen of Mink Creek, Idaho. They stayed in Tremonton for two years then moved full time to the Bear Creek Idaho Farm. Connie being 15 and David only eight moved back to the farm with them. Soon Connie was gone which left David at home. Mom always called David her little fringe benefit. Mom always loved to have kids and grandkids come up to the farm to ride horses, haul hay and of course, clean mop boards.

When Faye and Dale reached 62 they were able to spend the winters in Mesa, Ariz. They made many new friends and always had great stories of what they did. Faye and Dale were very much in love and had a great long marriage. Dale passed away on Nov. 1, 2010, at the age of 93. Mom has always said she was so lucky to have been married to two great men.

Faye loved to be involved with worthwhile organizations. She was past president of the Tremonton Civic Club, past president of the Northern District Federated Women’s Club and Charter President of the Franklin County Pink Ladies. Her greatest passion of all was golf. In Tremonton she would be the first one on the course and served as president of the Skyway Women’s Association and when she came to Preston she served in the same position.

Funeral services will be held at Rogers and Taylor Mortuary, 111 N. 100 E., Tremonton, at 12 noon on Thursday, April 25, 2013. Viewing for family and friends will be from 10:30-11:45 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment will follow at the Riverview Cemetery in Tremonton, Utah. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.rogersandtaylor. com

Elva Deane Egbert (1917-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-17 20:40:00Z

Salt Lake Tribune, 04/17/13

Born June 22, 1917 at Daniels, Idaho to Minnie and Felix Feller. She was the oldest of five children. She attended elementary and middle school in Weston, Idaho. In high school, she played forward on a girls basketball team even though she was only 4' 10". Continuously excelling in school, she graduated as valedictorian of Weston High in 1935. After high school she attended Henager Business College on a scholarship while working as a nanny to several families. She began a relationship with Tom Egbert after his return from his mission in Oklahoma; they married in Nov. of 1936. As a hardworking team they raised four children and ran several businesses. First a dairy, then a men's clothing store, and later Tom's Confectionary. After the confectionary burned twice in one year, they regrouped and went to Brighton Canyon and opened Uncle Tom's cabin, a restaurant at Silverfork which eventually became Silverfork Lodge.
After selling their business, Dad went to work for Wolf's Sporting Goods and Mom became one of the most successful seamstresses in Salt Lake City. She designed and created hundreds of wedding dresses, frequently making dresses for several generations of brides in some families. Often she would make all the dresses for several weddings, as many as 12-18 in many cases. In the 90's, she did alterations for Scruples, a high end boutique in Holladay. She became the go to person for many patrons who knew Elva could do any type of alteration. Costumers would repeatedly buy an item several sizes too big and on sale knowing she could make it work.
One summer she helped the Navy make a glove for a mechanical hand designed for an underwater vehicle they were building
Throughout the years, she continued doing some alterations for people until her eyesight began to fail. However, she continued to crochet hundreds of Afghans, make quilts, weave rag rugs, and work in her yard until her stroke at 94. In addition, she assisted several widowed neighbors with their affairs for years as she continued to remain as quick witted and sharp as a tack until the end.
She was a really remarkable person, wife and mother. She inspired many with her love and generosity and her infectious laughter will be greatly missed by all.
She passed on Monday, April 8th, 2013, leaving four children, 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren:
Beverly Christensen, Plano, TX children, David Christensen/Garland TX , Brett Christensen/Pleasanton, CA, Sally Garcia/ Allen, TX, Laura Gilliam Allen, TX
James Egbert, Soda Springs, ID, children, Major James Egbert/San Antonio, TX, Troy Egbert/ Houston, TX, Cindy Sasso/Phoenix, AZ, Lee Egbert/Minneapolis, MN
Steven Egbert, Nephi, Utah, children, Steve Lindsey/Golden Colorado, Sunny Ledding/ Valerie Henson (deceased) children, Mike Henson/ Brooks Bernard.
Funeral Services will be held, Saturday, April 20, 2013 at the Cottonwood 4th Ward, 5565 South Neighbor Lane (1610 E) at Noon. Friends and family may call Friday, April 19, 2013 at the Holladay-Cottonwood Memorial Mortuary, 4670 S Highland Drive from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Holladay Memorial Park.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from April 17 to April 19, 2013

Ida Lewis Howell (1908-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-14 21:44:43Z

Idaho State Journal, 04/12/13

Our dear Mother and Grandmother, Ida Lewis Howell, at the wonderful age of 104, passed away on April 10, 2013 in Mesa, Arizona. Ida was born July 11, 1908 to Ezra and Sarah Ann Blake Lewis in Preston, Idaho. Ida was blessed with 2 brothers; Gerald and Fred and 5 sisters; Emily Wollaston, Louise Nutter, Ellen Swaintson, Iris Schow and Myrtle Russell.

Ida was a fun, energetic person who loved being outside. She loved seeing things grow. She especially loved her garden and the produce that was taken in to can.

She knew how to make people welcome in her home with home cooked meals, fresh baked bread and homemade jelly. Oh, how she loved to drive, whether it was a horse drawn buggy, a tractor or a car.

Ida was a woman of service, and in 1931 received a mission call to serve as a missionary in the Northwestern States mission. While on her mission, during a temple excursion to the Cardston, Alberta Temple, she met Elder Howell. When they were released from their missions their friendship grew into love and Ida married Thomas Edmund Howell in the Salt Lake Temple on June 19, 1935. They made their first home in Portage, Utah and later moved to Preston.

Ida was a woman who didn’t waste a minute from sun -up to sundown. Her hands, were never idle whether she was quilting, knitting, making temple aprons. She, however, found the most joy in her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Ida has a strong testimony of her Savior and served in many church positions but her greatest joy came in Temple Attendance. For six years, at the age of 86, she attended the Mesa Arizona Temple once a week.

Ida and Ed have one daughter, Ann H. Forsgren (Douglas) of Gilbert, Arizona.

They have 8 grandchildren, Shawn Douglas (Jennifer) Kristin Kempton (Robert), Candice Gonzales (Josh), Brian Thomas (Shelene), Darin Calvin ( Stephanie), Scott Eli, Sarah Ann Aholelei (Vaitaki) and Kevin Orlando (Cassie). Ida has 28 great grand children. Many nieces and nephews remember Aunt Ida with fond memories and she loves them dearly.

Ida was preceeded in death by her husband, Thomas Edmund Howell in 1989 and grandson, Scott Eli in 1985.

A celebration of Ida’s life will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E., Preston. Friends may call Saturday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in the Richmond, Utah Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary . com. We wish to thank those of you who were so kind to our mother and grandmother. We appreciate and love you.

Shirley Johnson Duke (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-12 19:39:13Z

Salt Lake Tribune, 04/11/13

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Shirley Duke, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2013 after an unexpected return of lymphoma. She has now made her long anticipated and glorious reunion with her husband who preceded her in passing by nearly 20 years. Shirley was the fourth and youngest child of Howard and Selma Kern Johnson. She was born in the same home in Preston, Idaho in which her father was born and then died 91 years later.
After graduating from Preston High School, Shirley worked as the private secretary to the Chief and Assistant Chief of Operations at Hill Air Force Base, and held top-secret classification. She then attended BYU, graduated in accounting, and later became a CPA.
She married Victor H. Duke in the Salt Lake Temple on December 21, 1949. They were happily married for 44 years before he died in 1993. The young couple owned and operated two pharmacies in Magna and Kearns while Vic obtained his PhD at the University of Utah. They then lived in Albuquerque, NM, Laramie, WY, Missoula MT and finally Boise ID while Vic was a college professor. During this time Shirley practiced as a CPA and raised their three children. In 1985 they moved to Rexburg and resided there until Vic died in 1993. Shirley then moved to Bountiful UT to be near children and grandchildren.
Shirley was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and was beloved in the Bountiful 50th Ward. She was multi-talented with a beautiful soprano voice and a wonderful ability to lead the congregation in hymn. She served others throughout her life, especially as Relief Society President and Chorister. The ward looked forward to her annual July address expressing her devotion to the Savior and our heritage as citizens of the United States of America.
She spent countless hours tatting beautifully intricate snowflake ornaments that grace the Christmas trees of her children, grandchildren and many friends. She had a self-deprecating sense of humor and spent many hours living and loving her grandchildren who all miss her greatly already.
Shirley leaves behind her three children, S. Jean Haugness, Jonathan M. Duke and James V. Duke, eight grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband, she was pre-deceased by her three siblings and one grandchild.
A viewing will be held at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 N. Main Bountiful UT from 6-8 PM on Friday, April 12. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 13 at the Bountiful Heights LDS Stake Center, 33 South Moss Hill Dr., Bountiful UT commencing at 10:00 AM and preceded by a viewing from 8:45 to 9:45 AM. Burial at the family plot will be at the Preston, ID Cemetery at 2:00 PM the same day. Online guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from April 11 to April 12, 2013

Frank Camilo Profaizer (1917-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-04 16:28:19Z

Preston Citizen, 04/03/13

Frank Camilo Profaizer passed away on March 27, 2013, while at the Sunshine Terrace Nursing Home in Logan, Utah. Frank was born Jan. 9, 1917, to Lucille Adele Bertagnolli and Charles Profaizer in Superior, Wyo. Frank’s father passed away when Frank was only 11 years old, which gave him the opportunity to grow physically and mentally tough. His claim in life was never having lost a fight, yet with his family he never used that strength to discipline his children. His love for his wife Adelia was everlasting and they worked together to raise six sons.

Frank married Salina Cascio and had one daughter, Barbara Lucille Profaizer. They later divorced. Frank then married Adelia Lapray, the love of his life. Adelia brought two sons to their marriage and together they had one daughter who died in infancy and four sons. After Adelia passed away in 1988 Frank married Della Egley. Frank became a widower again when Della passed away on July 25, 2010.

After Frank’s father passed away, his widowed mother moved the family to a small farm on Wilson Lane in Ogden, Utah, to be close to her brother. There, Frank learned to love farming where he worked many hours to help his mother support the family. He would eventually purchase a truck with his brother Charles to haul produce from Ogden to Rock Springs and Superior, Wyo. This began another love of being a truck driver. Before World War II he worked as a carpenter helping build the massive buildings at the Defense Depot in Ogden and then during the war he worked at the Naval Supply Depot in Clearfield overseeing 60 plus men to ship supplies to the coast in support of the war. Frank engineered a device to hold partial loads in place while the trains were moved from one warehouse to another which was later mass produced by the Stanley tool company and is still used today. After the war he went back to being a truck driver while raising his family on small farms.

Frank loved to hunt and fish and spend time outdoors his entire life. He moved his family from Wilson Lane to Hooper and then to Roy and Farr West, Utah. To give the family more room to grow they moved to a larger farm in Preston, Idaho and he would eventually retire to a small home in Weston, Idaho and after the death of Adelia to a home in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho.

Frank is survived by his children Richard L. Cope (Pat) of Kingman, Ariz., Barbara Profaizer Winkler of San Jose, Calif., Frank C. Profaizer Jr. (LeAnna) of Layton, Utah, Douglas R. Profaizer (Janet) of Hyde Park, Utah, Robert D. Profaizer (Gayle) of Tremonton, Utah, and Charles J. Profaizer (Tammy) of Logan, Utah. His posterity includes 32 grandchildren, 69 great-grandchildren and three great-great- grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wives Adelia Lapray and Della Egley, children Gary B. Cope and Patricia Adelia Profaizer, parents and siblings.

The family would like to thank the staff and many caregivers of Sunshine Terrace for the love and concern given to Frank. They have been there to make his life comfortable and be his attending angels until he was called home to a grand reunion in the spirit world.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the LDS church in Weston, Idaho, with a viewing from 12:30-1:30 prior to the services. Interment was at the Weston Idaho cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Webb Funeral Home of Preston, Idaho. Condolences may be given online at www.webbmortuary.com

Monta Rogers Mendenhall Brown (1939-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-04-02 18:25:59Z

Logan Herald Journal, 04/02/13

LEWISTON — Monta Rogers Mendenhall Brown, 74, beloved mother, grandmother and friend was called home March 29, 2013. Monta was born in Lewiston, Utah, on May 11, 1939, to Elmer and Ruby Hokanson Rogers.

Monta was retired from Utah State University, a member of the Lewiston 4th Ward and enjoyed her family of four children, Ramona Spackman (Robert Low) of Franklin, Idaho, Rose (Robert) Hernandez of North Hollywood, Calif., Richard (Tammy) Mendenhall of Preston, Idaho, and Ruben (Cindy) Mendenhall of Kent, Wash.

She is also survived by a brother, Scott Rogers of Lewiston, Utah, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Glenn Rogers, and sisters Nola Cole and Elma Bay Newman.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, at Webb Mortuary, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, Idaho. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in the Dayton Cemetery in Idaho.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com .

Mary Smith Hastings (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-31 23:45:18Z

Deseret News, 03/31/13

Holladay, UT-Mary Smith Hastings, age 87, was reunited with her sweetheart on March 27, 2013. Mary was born in Franklin, Idaho to John Smith and Verna Lowe Smith on April 2, 1925. She received her education at Franklin School in Franklin, Idaho. After graduation she attended Stevens Henager College on a scholarship from her principal. After graduating from Stevens Henager she worked at the Royal Typewriter Company in Salt Lake. One evening Mary and her friends attended a dance at Memory Grove where she met the love of her life, Eugene Grant Hastings. They were married on November 22, 1946 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised three sons. Music was important to Mary and she was an excellent pianist. She taught piano for many years and touched the lives of many students. She was the ward organist for a good part of her married life. In their later years Mary and Gene served a mission in Jackson, Mississippi. After returning from their mission, Gene suffered from Alzheimer's and Mary was his loving caretaker until he passed away. She was a grateful person who was content with what she had. She loved her home in Salt Lake where she lived for over 60 years and it seemed right to bring her back home for the last two and one-half weeks of her life.

Mary is survived by two sons, Bruce (Janice), and Alan (Linda), seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Emer, her eternal companion, Gene, her son, Blaine, and a grandson, Aaron.
Funeral services for Mary will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 12:00 noon at the Highland View Ward, 3051 South 2900 East, SLC. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East 1300 South, SLC and on Wednesday from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. prior to the services. Mary will be laid to rest in the Valley View Memorial Park in West Valley City. Please leave online condolences for the family at www.larkinmortuary.com.

Published in Deseret News from March 31 to April 1, 2013

Barry Edwin Banks (1942-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-29 20:22:01Z

Deseret News, 03/29/13

After a 15 month battle with pancreatic cancer, Barry passed away peacefully on March 26, 2013 in the loving care of his wife. He was born in Preston, Idaho January 7, 1942 to Ernie and Velma Banks. He lived in Ogden and Salt Lake City. He married Jill Pettigrew (divorced) and raised his family while working at Utah Power & Light and retired after 34 years as a substation foreman. In 1991 he married Janis Lord. He loved his retirement job at Home Depot in Sandy and all the great people there. Barry's favorite past time was walking through car shows with his son and grandson, sharing his vast knowledge of classic and modern cars. He particularly enjoyed the annual trip to Reno for Hot August Nights, spending time with family and looking at hundreds of cars.
Barry and his wife enjoyed their cabin, traveling in their RV and last year was able to fulfill his lifelong dream vacation to Europe. He loved his grandchildren, being one of Santa's helpers, camping and his dogs Joey & Phoebe.
Barry is survived by Janis, his loving wife of 22 years. Children Tyler & Amber Banks & Diane & Brad Sahleen. Grandchildren Taylor, Cory, Austin, Ashley, Jonathan, Wendi, BreAnne, Madison, Jordan, Grace and two great-grandsons, Holdyn & Kaysen.
The family would like to thank the tremendous support from family and friends and the Huntsman-Intermountain Cancer Center, for their expert care and concern - especially Dr. Gregory Litton and his wonderful staff.

Clara C. Jepsen (1919-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-28 16:28:55Z

Preston-Citizen, 03/28/13

Clara C. Jepsen, 93, of Mink Creek, Idaho, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013, at her home. She was born Oct. 15, 1919, in Mink Creek, Idaho, the daughter of Martin Christensen and Lula Christina Egley Christensen. Clara graduated from Oneida Academy.

Clara suffered the loss of her first husband, Garth Woodward, after one year of marriage. On Oct. 16, 1941, she married Elias Jepsen in the Logan LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on Dec. 15, 1991.

She lived her lifetime in the Mink Creek area where she worked side by side with her husband on the family farm.

Clara was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served as Relief Society and Young Women president, chorister, compassionate service leader and served as an ordinance worker in the Logan LDS Temple for eight years.

She was a beautiful seamstress, sewing her children’s clothing while they grew up and was an avid quilter. Her greatest joy and love came from nurturing, loving and caring for her children and family.

She is survived by her children, Darrel (Connie) Jepsen of Spokane, Wash., Eileen (Corey) Anderson of Blackfoot, Kaydawn Cole of Blackfoot, Sannette (Richard) Lowe of Kaysville, Utah, Debra Lee (Joseph) McCoy of Preston, Idaho; 28 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, Garth Woodward and Elias Jepsen, daughter, Deanna Larson and son-in-law, Jim Cole.

A funeral service will be held at 12 noon, Thursday, March 28, 2013, at the Mink Creek LDS Chapel, 7316 N. Capitol Hill Rd., Preston, Idaho.

The family will meet with friends from 11 a.m.-12 noon at the church.

Interment will be in the Mink Creek Cemetery under the direction of Hawker Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Preston’s Access Home Care and Hospice, 130 S. State, Preston, Idaho 83263.

Condolences may be sent to the family at condolences@hawkerfuneralhome.com

Kristopher Bracken Cole (1990-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-28 16:19:56Z

Idaho State Journal, 03/28/13

Kristopher Bracken Cole, 22, moved on to receive his greater calling March 25, 2013, surrounded by those he loved the most. His earthly mission began October 14, 1990 in Preston, Idaho to his proud parents Bracken and Lorie Cole.

Kristopher was born with a love for life and a love for all people. He was an exceptional friend, brother, cousin, nephew, son, grandson, and great-grandson. Kris made people feel important. He always took the time to lift them up; he was a knight in shining armor for many. By the time he could walk Kris either had a ball in one hand and whatever weapon was needed for the hunt in the other. Kris loved hunting with his family that was their thing and a real passion in Kristopher’s life.

Kristopher was a 2009 graduate of Preston High School and attended Utah State University.

At school he excelled, academically, athletically, and socially. It didn’t take much studying for him to find himself on the honor roll which was good; it made more time for sports and girls.

If it were silver and black, Kris wanted it; he was an avid Raider’s fan even when they were losing. Among his list of loves, his dogs Mack and Ruger, would be close to the top; he was a lover of animals, especially the ones on the wall, except for rock chucks, the only good rock chuck is a dead rock chuck.

His love for all people extended into his courageous battle with brain cancer. Kris was willing to contribute to the science of finding a cure, knowing it wouldn’t benefit him, but would help others in the future.

Kris is survived by his parents Bracken and Lorie Cole (Preston, ID); Sisters, Amanda J. Cole and April D. Cole; Grandparents, Morris and Tami Cole (Soda Springs, ID); Julie B, Butler (Preston, ID); Wayne and Marilyn Waddoups (Malad; ID) Great Grandparent, Maxine Hymas (Preston, ID); Aunts and Uncles, David D. (Janae) Cole, JayDee (Beverly) Cole, Travis D. Cole, Justin D. Cole all of Preston, ID. David Boyle (Brigham City, UT); John (Paige) Boyle (Chelsea, AL); Crystal (Tim) Rawlings (Malad, ID); Best Friend, Brayden Shepherd; Very special person, Reagan Hyde and several cousins and too many friends to mention.

Kris was welcomed home by his loving Grandma Judy; Grandfather Neil Butler; Great Grandparents, Mack Hymas, Ralph and Wanda Cole, Bud and Ina Bennett; Great Uncles, Bruce Hymas, Layne Bennett, Scott Bennett; Great Aunts, Cindy Dunkley, Mitzi Bosworth and Karlee Bennett, cousin.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at noon in the Preston Tenth Ward Building, 155 N. 200 W., Preston, Idaho with Bishop Doug Roper conducting. Friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 800 East, Preston, Idaho and Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com .The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. David Beckstead and all the neuroscience team at the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

As a way to honor Kris let us take the opportunity to treat people the way he did.

Thelma Nadine Baker McCulloch (1933-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-26 18:22:50Z

Idaho State Journal, 03/26/13

Preston - Thelma Nadine Baker McCulloch, 80, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at the Heritage Home in Preston, Idaho. She was born on February 1, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Ernest William and Sarah Ann Hamilton Baker. She married Ralph Raymond McCulloch on November 21, 1959 in Los Angeles, California.

Thelma loved singing and was known to sing since she was five years old. She loved playing the piano and spending time with friends. She loved doing crossword puzzles and was a St Joe girl at heart.

She is survived by her children, Lisa (Brent Palmer, of Levan, UT; Scott McCulloch, of Inkom, ID; Mike (Trina) Mc-Culloch, of Smithfield, UT; and Stacie (Leo) Hunt, of St. George, UT; she is also survived by 21 grandchildren, and 24 great grandchildren, and a brother Ernie (Janie) Baker, of California. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ralph, a sister Betty, and a granddaughter McKenzie.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 12:00 noon at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 800 East, in Preston with President Vince Whitehead conducting. A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home and Thursday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. also at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Clifton Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

Wilfred “Willie” Earl Hentrup (1931-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-21 17:00:50Z

Preston Citizen, 03/21/13

FAIRVIEW – Wilfred “Willie” Earl Hentrup, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Fairview, Idaho. He was born on June 22, 1931, in Dubois, Ind., to Frank John and Rosa Mary Theising Hentrup. He married Wanda Jean Davis on Aug. 25, 1951, in New Albany, Ind.

Willie enjoyed the outdoors and especially loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed four wheeling and taking scenic drives with his wife Wanda. He enjoyed tracking and scouting while preparing for his hunts. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. After his service, he became a plumbing contractor with his brother.

He is survived by his children, Carol Jean (Harold) Miller, of Gilbert, Ariz.; Ruth Ann (Mike) Busser, of Merced, Calif.; Theresa Kay (Gil) Duron, of Phoenix, Ariz.; and Melinda Pearl (Bryan) Williams, of Winston-Salem, N.C.; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a brother Romy (Margaret) Hentrup, of New Albany, Ind. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wanda; and nine siblings, Aloise, Rosella, Veronica, Gilbert, Ralph, Urban, Bernie, Leona and Theresa.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at 11 a.m. in the St. Peter Catholic Church, 302 E. Oneida, in Preston, Idaho, with the Rev. Rob Irwin officiating. A viewing was held on Friday from 6-7 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E. in Preston. Interment was in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

Norma Ann Parker Burton Carver (1925-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-15 20:57:43Z

Idaho State Journal, 03/15/13

PRESTON, IDAHO Norma Ann Parker Burton Carver, 88, passed away on March 14, 2013 at the Franklin County Medical Center in Preston. She was February 27, 1925, in Lanark, Idaho, the daughter of Irwin and Eva Arvilla Smith Parker. She married Lincoln Ransom Burton on Sept. 15, 1943, in the Logan Utah Temple. He preceded her in death on March 16, 1976. She married Thomas O’Dell Carver on February 27, 1987, in Grace, Idaho. He also preceded her in death on June 11, 2005.

She enjoyed camping, riding horses, fishing and hunting. She played the piano, organ, accordion and yodeled all by ear. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having served in many callings and organizations. She loved reading, letter writing, sketching and her family.

She is survived by three sons and two daughters, Lincoln Ed (Diane) Burton of Acampo, California; Dennis P. (Nancy) Burton of Pleasant Grove, Utah; Norma Diane (Dwight) Hansen of Vacaville, California; Roger P. Burton of Boise, Idaho; and Marsha B. (Kent) Corbett of Grace, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her first and second husbands, by two sisters, Evelyn Stucki and Verla Hymas and by two brothers, Bud Parker and Delbert Parker.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 18, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. in the Preston Third Ward Chapel, 155 N. 2nd W., Preston, Idaho. Friends may call Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 800 East, Preston, and Monday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Grace, Idaho Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com

Glade Thompson Fifield (10929-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-15 20:54:54Z

Idaho State Journal, 03/15/13

Glade Thompson Fifield passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Pocatello, Idaho due to heart failure complicated by a battle with cancer and pneunonia. Glade was born May 2, 1929 in Preston, Idaho the son of Iva Thompson and Howard Fifield. His mother passed away when Glade was 7 years old and he was raised by his elderly grand parents, Thomas and Hanna Thompson. He graduated from Preston High School in 1948 and always talked of his love for Preston and the family there. He served in the United States Air Force as a young man in Biloxi, Mississippi during the Korean War and was honorably discharged due to rheumatic fever. He graduated from Idaho State University with a degree in business on the GI bill. He was employed for 30 years with Williamsen Trucking and also working for Idaho State University. Glade was a member of the Lion’s Club and was always involved with community causes.

Glade was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in the capacity of High Priest. His real love was teaching Primary with his wife LaWanna.

He was married to Shirley Nelson in 1955, divorcing a short time later.

Glade married Janette Topham in 1965 in the Salt Lake City Temple. Glade became the stepfather to Warren Dale Evans, Lorraine Evans Chapman, and Mark T. Evans. Janette and Glad eventually divorced 1998.

Glade later met and married married LaWanna Roswell in the Idaho Falls Temple, March 26, 1999. LaWanna’s children are Jeraldene Brendle (Hal), Linda Barlow (Wayne), and Viki Henderson (Todd-deceased)

Between the two marriages Glade is survived by 6 step-children, 32 grandchildren and 59 great -grand children.

He loved traveling with LaWanna and taking her places she’d never seen. The last 8 years LaWanna and Glade wintered in Mesa, Arizona. They truly loved Arizona leaving cold Idaho winters behind. Glade served his wife,LaWanna faithfully as she faded into the disease of Alchemizes for the last 7 years, trying to do anything and all that he could do to stop her memory loss. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a step son in law. Glade is survived by his wife, LaWanna and a sister Barbara Johns In addition being survived by his step children, step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, Glade is survived by many beloved and cherished cousins that he was forever talking about.

Graveside services will be held in the Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. in the Weston, Idaho Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the Cornelison Funeral Home, 431 North 15th Ave., Pocatello. Interment will follow with Military Graveside Rights by the Veterans Honor Guard.

Virgia Vinora Hansen Dursteler (1921-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-15 20:51:14Z

Idaho State Journal, 03/15/13

PRESTON-Beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Virgia Vinora Hansen Dursteler passed away at the age of 91 on March 13, 2013, in Preston, Idaho. She was the first child of six born to Niels Wilford Hansen and Tora Virgia Wilde in Mink Creek, Idaho. The snow was higher than the fence posts on December 20, 1921, but that didn’t stop Vinora’s arrival with a little tuff of red hair at her neck. Being raised on the family farm delighted Vinora. She grew into a beautiful strawberry blonde and Randell Long Dursteler fell in love with her and proposed on their second date. They were married in the Franklin County Courthouse on Feb. 17, 1941, and their union was later solemnized in the Logan Utah Temple on Jan. 13, 1943.

Their first home was in the High Sierras of California. That was timber country and they loved their tiny cabin in the pines of Plumas. After World War II, Randy and Vinora made their home in Preston, Idaho. Their children Randa Kathrine, Marlin Wade and Kimberly Ane enjoyed many happy years in a home where love, honor, mutual respect and friendship was key and strived for each day. Vinora loved being a wife, a mother and a homemaker. Her natural abilities and talent for the arts and gardening made their home beautiful and comfortable. Vinora’s quality touch was in everything she did.

She loved to sew and embroider, sketch and paint, ride horses, play cards and horseshoes, and go fishing and camping with her sweetheart and children. When her grandchildren started arriving all was expanded to include each one in all the campouts and cookouts and fishing trips. Vinora could do anything!

She served in many capacities as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She especially enjoyed the Franklin Stake Beehives, the nursery children in the Preston Second Ward and a 13 year mission as a French Extractor in the Family History Department. Being a good neighbor and a good visiting teacher meant the world to Vinora.

She was preceded in death by her dear ones, Randell and Randa, a daughter-in-law, Kathy Smout Dursteler; by a son-in-law, Ray N. Keller; by three sisters, Adria Mecham, MarDene Sparrow and Ane Ora Nielson and by a brother, Wilford Hugh Hansen. She is survived by Wade and Kim and fifteen grandchildren, thirty greatgrandchildren, six greatgreat grandchildren and by her beloved brother, John C. Hansen.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 18, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 800 East, Preston, Idaho with Bishop Mark Beckstead conducting. Friends may call Monday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in the Preston City Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com

John B. Henderson (1927-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-14 16:16:58Z

Preston Citizen, 03/13/13

John B. Henderson passed away gently on March 3, 2013, at his home in San Marcos, California. His family was by his side. He was born Oct. 21, 1927, in Preston, to Lawrence and Marguerite Henderson of Clifton.

John graduated from Preston High School in 1946 and felt honored to have been part of the basketball team that won the school’s first-ever state championship. Following graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After two years of honorable service, he returned to Idaho, graduating from Idaho State College in 1952.

He then went to work for the Social Security Administration, where he was respected for his integrity and fairness. At retirement, in 1986, he was serving as Acting Regional Commissioner, responsible for the Social Security, Medicare and Supplemental Security Income programs in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

It was in retirement that John was finally able to play golf as often as he wanted. His joy in the game was never more evident than when he was teaching a great-grandchild how to putt. It is also worth noting that family and friends cherished and sometimes marveled at his dry, witty and pun-filled sense of humor.

John is survived by Barbara, his wife of forty years; his daughters Terilee and Dahdri McCormick; son John Michael; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; sisters Shirley Keller and Joanne Pattis; and brothers Rex and Blair.

In accordance with John’s wishes, there were no funeral services. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Idaho State University Foundation, MS 8050, Pocatello, Idaho 83209; noting that it is for the John B. Henderson Memorial.

Please share your memories or express your condolences by signing the guest book at www.humphreymortuary.com

Peggy Ann Hall Cooper (1952-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-05 19:51:17Z

Logan Herald Journal, 03/05/13

MILLVILLE — Peggy Ann Hall Cooper, 60, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Millville, Utah, on Saturday, March 2, 2013. She was born April 29, 1952, in Preston, Idaho, to Ross and BarDee Spackman Hall. She married Charon Cooper, and he preceded her in death.

Peggy loved flowers and her flower garden. She loved her time spent with family especially her grandchildren. She loved live concerts and being outdoors. She always had a number of pets she loved dearly and enjoyed the companionship they provided. She loved life and tried to live it to the fullest she was able.

She is survived by her longtime partner Vince Martin of Millville, Utah; children Cori Cooper of Lewiston, Utah, and Coby (Rabecka) Cooper of Preston, Idaho; parents Ross and BarDee Hall of Preston; siblings Kenton Hall of Oregon, Shanna (Dennis) Neeley of Preston, Troy (Karen) Hall of Preston, and Jody Hall of Preston; four grandchildren, Chasen and Pearl Goodwin and Lily Ann and Elliot Cooper. She was preceded in death by her husband Charon, sister Christy Geddes and grandson Ira Cooper.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2013, at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com .

Luda Weaver Keller (1917-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-03-04 00:42:22Z

Standard-Examiner, 03/03/13

BRIGHAM CITY - Luda Weaver Keller passed away Friday, March 1, 2013 at her home due to a heart attack. She was born in Whitney, Idaho on November 11, 1917 to Baldia Gamble and Lizzie Packer Weaver. She was raised and educated in Preston, Idaho; graduating from the Oneida Academy. Luda married J. Charles Keller on July 28, 1936 in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. Together they spent their lives in service to the church. Luda served in the Primary, and Relief Society. As the wife of a counselor in the stake presidency, she welcomed many apostles to stay in their home as they came to speak at Stake Conferences. She enjoyed doing sealing work at the Ogden Temple. Luda was an excellent homemaker, a loving mother and grandmother. Luda is survived by three sons: Bruce W. (Marcia) Brigham City, Utah, Richard F. (Dawn) Pocatello, Idaho, Dean B. (Debra) Rexburg, Idaho; daughter -in- law, Sydnee Keller, Mantua, Utah; one sister, Atha Call, Pocatello, Idaho; twenty-two grandchildren and 77 great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Charles Keller; one son, J. Charles Keller Jr.; brothers Wayne and Jerry Weaver, sister, Aldis Rasmussen. Friends may call Monday, March 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Chapel, 634 East 200 South, Brigham City, Utah, and from 9:30 to 10:45 am prior to the services at the Brigham City 18th Ward, 895 North 625 West, Brigham City, Utah. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in the Brigham City, Utah Cemetery.

William (Bill) Cornelis Boer (1942-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-28 17:09:21Z

Preston Citizen, 02/26/13

William Cornelis Boer, 70, passed away on Feb. 23, 2013, at the Franklin County Medical Center in Preston, Idaho, surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. Bill was born Sept., 26, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Cornelis J. Boer and Catherine L. Lute. He married Janet L. Pitt on Oct. 12, 1962, in Salt Lake City, Utah. They were later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple in 1975.

Bill was proud of his Dutch heritage, a devoted husband and father of nine children and an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many callings including bishop, high council, young mens, high priests and Sunday School and truly loved the people he served. Bill’s favorite callings were those when he served the elderly or the youth. He was involved in scouting for over 40 years and was a recipient of the Silver Beaver Award. He was instrumental in helping many young men develop a love for camping and the outdoors and in obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

He is survived by his wife Janet Boer, four sons and five daughters; William C. Jr. (Nancy) Boer of Moorepark, Calif.; Shawn (Nathlie) Boer of Star, Idaho; Pamela Snow of Duchesne, Utah; Cindy (Ryan) Smith of Herriman, Utah; Krista Boer of Ririe, Idaho; Bryan (Andrea) Boer of Ogden, Utah; Scott Boer of Salt Lake City, Utah; Amy (Richard) Benson of Wellsville, Utah; Elissa (Brent) Benson of Logan, Utah and 28 grandchildren and one great-grandchild with many more to come. He is also survived by one brother, John Boer of Ririe, Idaho and one sister, Claudia Boer of Salt Lake City, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Mary and two brothers, Stephen and Rueben.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at 12 p.m. at the Riverdale LDS Chapel, 3562 N. 1600 E., Preston, with Bishop Boyd Bradford conducting. Friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E., Preston, and Saturday from 10:30 – 11:30 at the Riverdale Chapel. Interment will be held at the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com

Billy Jo Onstead Whipple Price (1921-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-24 22:23:17Z

Logan Herald Journal, 02/24/13

PRESTON, Idaho — Billy Jo Onstead Whipple Price (mother of Donna Philbrick), 91, former Ennis, Texas, resident, passed away Feb. 18, 2013, at the Heritage Home in Preston, Idaho. She was born Sept. 18, 1921, in Palmer, Texas to William Franklin and Ezra Nevada Lisman Onstead. She graduated Valedictorian at Ennis High School in 1938. She attended Texas Tech College in Lubbock, Texas.

She is survived by one son, Frank Whipple of White Sulphur Springs, Montana; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Susan Jo (H.D.) Rogers of Shreveport, Louisiana; Donna Lynn (Don) Philbrick of Preston, Idaho; Laura Lee Whitelaw of Fort Worth, Texas; six grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

She was active in church choirs and as a piano accompanist for most of her life. She finished in the Top 10 in the Ms. Senior Texas Pageant in 1996. She was the longtime pianist for the Wesleyan Sunday School Class, First Methodist Church of Richardson, Texas. She retired in 1976 at Ellington AFB, in Houston, Texas, after 25 years of civil service. She also accompanied her three daughters in the 1950’s and 60’s as they performed vocally in the Shreveport/ Bossier City, Lou. area and later in the Dallas- Fort Worth, Texas, area, including Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Whipple of Waxahachie, Texas in 1978; by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Onstead, long-time residents of Ennis, Texas; by a son-in-law, Lt. Col. Mark C. Whitelaw of Fort Worth; and by her second husband, Richard A. Price, Sr. of Richardson and Dallas.

In lieu of flowers, gifts to Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, Texas, First United Methodist Church of Richardson, Texas, or any charitable organization of your choice would be deeply appreciated.

Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel in Riverdale, Idaho. Friends may call from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Monday at the church. Interment will be in the Riverdale, Idaho Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com

James Dale Hodges (1933-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-24 20:44:03Z

Idaho Statesman, 02/24/13

James Dale Hodges, 79, passed away Thursday morning at a care facility in Burley surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on Nov 24, 1933 in the Preston - Franklin, ID area to Joseph Lloyd and Ada (Nessen) Hodges. He and his eternal companion, Darlene, were married on February 17, 1958 in the Idaho Falls Temple. Jim is survived by his four children, Michael (Cindy) Hodges, Lisa (Terry) Waltman, Greg (Mary) Hodges and Eric (Carrie) Hodges, seven siblings, Nelda Miller, Kay (Maureen) Hodges, Joe (Ireta) Hodges, Janice (John) Harkness, Margaret (Robert) Hay, Roger Hodges, JoAnn (Edward) Parsons, nine grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Wife Mary Darlene, son Brian, parents Joseph Lloyd and Ada, and brother Glen Hodges precede him in death. Services are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Home (853-3131) and will be held Tuesday, February 26th with viewing starting at 10am and services 11am at the LDS Chapel, 309 W Main St, Middleton. Burial will follow in the Middleton Cemetery.

Published in Idaho Statesman on February 24, 2013

Marceil Martin McKenzie (1921 - 2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-21 17:22:10Z

Logan Herald Journal, 02/21/13

Marceil Martin McKenzie, our kind, gentle mother and grandmother passed away after a brief illness early in the morning of Feb. 16, 2013. She was born March 4, 1921, in the humble home of Chleo Louisa Campbell and Waldemer Marion Martin in Clifton, Idaho. Growing up on a family farm, she had four sisters, Thelma, Sybil, Theda and Mildred (who died as a baby); and two brothers, Merwin and Levere (who died as a baby). She grew up in Clifton and graduated from Clifton High in 1939.

She began dating Gerald McKenzie in high school and they were married Jan. 18, 1941. They were sealed in the Logan LDS Temple on June 28, 1945. After they were married, Gerald and Marceil moved to Preston, Idaho. Their final move was to Logan, Utah, in 1952 where they made a home for their family.

As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Marceil loved the gospel and always walked in faith. She served in many positions including Primary president and Relief Society president twice in the Logan 15th and 16th wards. Most importantly, Marceil spent her life loving and serving her family. She dedicated every waking moment to worrying about and providing for her family. Marceil worked in Logan Regional Hospital for over 30 years until she retired. Marceil continued to live in Logan until March 2010 when she became an involuntary snowbird, living in Sandy, Utah, during the summers and Mesa, Ariz., during the winters.

She was preceded in death by her husband Gerald , parents, all of her siblings and her infant twins. She is survived by her four children, Orvil (Linda) of Ft. Collins, Colo., Sherrie Cummings of Pleasant View, Utah, Lee (Barbara) of Mesa, Ariz., and Cleo Cohen (Mark) of Sandy, Utah. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at the Logan 16th Ward chapel (which was built by her loving husband), 600 N. 100 West. A viewing will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Preston City Cemetery immediately following the funeral services.

Flowers may be ordered from The Plant Peddler Floral in Logan at www. plantpeddlerfloral.com or you may send a donation to Hospice of the Valley’s “Memorial Donation” through their website at www.hov.org/planned-givin gother-ways-donate.

Condolences may be expressed online at www. nelsonfuneralhome.com .

RaNae Monson Bartlome (1950-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-19 19:26:55Z

Preston Citizen, 02/18/13

PRESTON – RaNae Monson Bartlome, 62, passed away at her home on Feb. 16, 2013, in Preston, Idaho. She was born on Aug. 1, 1950, in Preston, Idaho, to Axel Elvoid and Odetta Jennie Porter Monson. She married Don Bartlome on Dec. 15, 1982, in the Logan LDS Temple.

RaNae was an active member of the LDS Church where she served in the Primary for 10 years, the nursery and the library. She was a member of the DUP and served with a Bipolar Advocacy Group. She enjoyed crafts and scrapbooking and was an avid reader. RaNae served an LDS mission to Minneapolis, Minn., and worked as a secretary at the Missionary Department at LDS Church Headquarters. She was well known at The Preston Citizen where she worked as the copy editor for 15 years.

She is survived by her husband Don Bartlome, of Preston; two sons Don-Mikel (Amber) Bartlome, of Preston; and Nickolas Bartlome, of Preston; and her mother Odetta Monson, of Preston; and a “sister” Janene (Grant) Morgan, of Roy, Utah. She was preceded in death by her father, a sister Wanda Monson, and a brother Eldon Monson.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013, at noon in the Whitney 2nd Ward LDS Chapel with Bishop Jim Summers conducting. A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E. in Preston, and Thursday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church in Whitney. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

Rhonda Kay Cobb Horne (1956-2013)

AMHhenley — 2013-02-19 19:24:39Z

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PRESTON – Rhonda Kay Cobb Horne, 56, passed away on Feb. 18, 2013, at the Franklin County Transitional Care Center in Preston. She was born Sept. 16, 1956, in Covina, Calif., the daughter of Bud Cobb and Mary Moppen Cobb. She married James Ronald Horne Sr. on April 16, 1977, in Las Vegas, Nev. He preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 1981.

She enjoyed reading and playing Scrabble. She also loved gardening and renovating homes.

She is survived by two sons and a daughter, James Ronald (Dixie) Horne Jr. of Preston; Robert Joseph Horne of Preston; Elaina Ann (Alex) Harding of Mink Creek; four grandchildren, Jaiden Kenneth Annable, Tristen James Horne, Delfinia Haven Horne of Preston; and “Ana” Amber Aniale Harding of Mink Creek; and by two brothers, Bill (Doloras) Cobb of Montpelier, Idaho and Rick Cobb of San Bernardino, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband, by two sons, Ricky and Brett Lee Horne; by her parents, by two brothers, Joe and George Cobb and by two granddaughters, Angelia Monique Horne and Amelia Gavrielle Horne.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E., Preston, Idaho. Friends may call Friday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the mortuary. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

James LaDell Tingey (?-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-19 19:20:52Z

Preston Citizen, 02/18/13

The funeral for James LaDell Tingey was held Tuesday, Feb. 19, 11 a.m. at the LDS chapel in Cottage Grove, Ore. He will be interred at Willamette National Cemetery Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Funeral arrangements are through Buell-Andreason in Springfield.

Tingey passed away Feb. 14, 2013 at his home in Cottage Grove from complications due to bone cancer. He was born in Weston, Idaho, on a dairy farm. He was the youngest of nine children. From 1949-1952 he was on a Northwestern States Mission for the LDS Church. He served in the United States Army from 1952-54.

He and his first wife Shirley Dingman Tingey lived in Eugene where he worked as a meat cutter. They had five children. He and his first wife served a senior mission.

After his first wife’s death in 2002 he married Joan Glenn of Cottage Grove. The couple lived in Cottage Grove. They traveled and enjoyed their golden years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He was a farmer at heart and loved all equally.

He is survived by his five children Cynthia Gilles of Beaverton, Julie Piesker of Tigard, Nancy Davison of Brucevill, Texas, Marcia Pollard of Springfield and Danny Tingey of Newberg, Ore., and three stepchildren Terra Hensley of Cottage Grove, Darren Glenn of Cottage Grove and David Glenn of Vida, Ore. They have a combined 25 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.

Karla Fa Geddes Cattani (1935-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-19 19:17:30Z

Preston Citizen, 02/18/13

BANIDA, IDAHO – Karla Fa Geddes Cattani, 77, passed away Feb. 17, 2013, at the family farm in Banida, Idaho, from injuries sustained in a snowmobiling accident. She was born Sept. 14, 1935, in Banida, Idaho, to W.S. Geddes and Vanona W. Geddes. She married Thomas S. Cattani on June 3, 1957, in the Logan LDS Temple.

She was passionate about life and teaching having taught in Logan and Provo, Utah, Oregon, and Preston, Idaho, where she touched the lives of so many of her students. She was a teacher who genuinely cared about the success of her students and wanted them to excel not only in school, but also in life. Her teaching career was punctuated with many awards including Idaho Teacher of the Year. She was an active member of the LDS Church having served in many stake and ward callings. She served church missions with her husband to Istanbul, Turkey; Atlanta; Temple Square; and Palmyra, New York, after retiring. She was active in the community and directed numerous productions and county events.

She is survived by her husband, Thomas S. Cattani, five sons and two daughters, Stephen (Janet), Eagle Mountain, Utah, Kathryn (Fred), Sierra Vista, Ariz., David (Julie), Alpine, Utah, Diann, Atlanta, Ga., Christopher (Nancy), Queens Creek, Ariz., Matthew (Tara), Tustin, Calif., Brent (Lori), Gilbert, Ariz.; 24 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Valene Geddes Flemmer, Salt Lake City, Utah, Cheryl Geddes Johnson, Provo, Utah, Joan Geddes (Mark) Hart; and one brother, Lynn S. Geddes (Carolyn), Orem, Utah. She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, James S. Geddes.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at 12 noon in the Preston South Stake Center, 55 E. 100 S. in Preston with Bishop Alan Atkinson conducting. A viewing will be held on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 E. in Preston and Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the stake center. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com

Sergene Andra Sorenson Jensen (1932-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-19 17:55:22Z

The Idaho Statesman, 02/19/13

Sergene Andra Sorenson Jensen, an 81-year-old longtime resident of Burley, Idaho, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, in Lake Havasu, Arizona. She was born on Feb. 2, 1932, in Preston, Idaho, to William F. Andra Sr. and Mary Louise Wanner Andra. Sergene graduated from Preston High School in 1950. She was a cheerleader and the Preston Night Rodeo Queen where she was pictured on Roy Rogers' horse, "Trigger Jr.," on the cover of the Preston Rodeo program. She married Bert B. Sorenson on Aug. 22, 1950, in Nampa, Idaho. They were the proud parents of two sons, Scott B. Sorenson and Andrew S. Sorenson. Bert passed away on March 4, 1991. Sergene married Harlan B. Jensen, who passed away on Feb. 4, 2002. She leaves a loving companion, Neal Dean, a faithful friend and golf partner, who cared for her during her illness.
Sergene owned and operated Sergene's Wig Wam and Boutique in Burley, Idaho, from 1970 until her retirement. Sergene's competitive nature and natural talents for golf and bowling were memorialized in numerous awards for lifelong achievement and leadership. Sergene participated in the Idaho State Amateur Golf Tournament for 53 consecutive years. She was honored as the Burley Municipal Ladies Golf Association Champion from 1956 to 1986. She was a permanent fixture on the Idaho Women's and Chapman couple's golf circuits and was an active member of the Idaho Couples Golf Association. Her signature golf hats and friendly demeanor were accompanied by an arsenal of jokes to make everyone laugh and smile.
She is survived by her son, Andy, and, his wife, Christine, of Irrigon, Oregon; Neal Dean; four brothers, Donald W. Andra (Lolane) of Pocatello, Idaho, Dale Andra (Judy) of St. George, Utah, Ross L. Andra (Adelaide) of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Larry E. Andra (Barbara) of Preston, Idaho.
She was preceded in death by her two husbands; her son, Scotty Sorenson; her parents; three sisters, June Johnson, Millie Beck, and Colleen Lloyd; and, four brothers, William Jr., Golden, Robert, and Dennis Andra.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at the Rasmussen Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, Idaho.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Luke's Mountain States Tumor Institute (MSTI), Twin Falls, Idaho, or the American Cancer Society in care of the Rasmussen Funeral Home, P.O. Box 878, Burley, ID 83318-0878.

Published in Idaho Statesman on February 19, 2013

Connie Monson Rawlings (1922-2013) Obituary

AMHhenley — 2013-02-15 21:28:57Z

Logan Herald Journal, 02/15/13

FAIRVIEW — Connie Monson Rawlings, 90, died peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, of natural causes at her daughter’s home in Fairview, Idaho. She was born Nov. 26, 1922, to Alma Hyrum and Margaret Ena Peterson Monson in their family home in Preston, Idaho. Her great-grandfather was Christian Hans Monson, one of the first converts of the LDS Church to emigrate from Norway.

She attended Preston schools, graduating from Preston High School in 1940. She played the clarinet in the band and enjoyed other school activities. She loved attending dances at the Persiana in Preston. She also worked at Merrill’s Confectionary. She married Martell Gilbert Rawlings on October 11, 1940. They were sealed in the Logan LDS Temple and shared 71 years of marriage. Connie was a devoted companion to Martell and a beloved mother to 11 children. Two foster daughters, Bernice and Amelia, came into their home through the Indian Placement Program.

Connie served in many LDS Church positions in the Fairview Ward, including seven years as Young Women’s president. She enjoyed being the chorister in many auxiliaries in her ward and served as the Franklin Stake music director. One special event in her life was singing with the Singing Mothers at an LDS conference in the Tabernacle in Salt Lake City. As an active Daughter of Utah Pioneers, she served as captain of the Sara Mar Camp and as county captain. Connie and Martell served an LDS Fiji Suva Mission in the Republic of Karibati in the Gilbert Islands in 1987-88. They also served together as Logan Temple officiators for over 11 years.

Connie enjoyed making beautiful quilts and crocheted into her 89th year. She was a wonderful homemaker and taught her children through example the value of work by gardening, sewing, baking, canning and helping on the farm. She loved music and gave her children opportunities to develop their talents in music, theater, playing instruments and singing. Traveling with Martell was a special highlight of her life. They visited family throughout the world including Florida, Hawaii, Germany and Taiwan. She enjoyed entertaining and having her family come to visit. She loved watching her posterity grow, welcoming each new grandchild with great joy.

She is survived by 10 of 11 children, Gary (Deborah) Rawlings of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Louise (Robert) Sorenson of St. George, Utah, Craig (Kai) Rawlings of Tallin, Estonia, Laraine (LaMont) Harris of Preston, MarJean Pitcher of Ivins, Utah, RaNae (Michael) Blair of Sterling, Utah, Kieth (Marianne) Rawlings of Heber City, Utah, Karla (Barton) Gunderson, of Fairview, Idaho, Kevin (Bonnie) Rawlings of Centerville, Utah, Kirt (Crista) Rawlings of Shingle Springs, Calif.; son-in-law Larry Hone, of Sacramento, Calif.; 49 of 52 grandchildren; 110 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Barbara Rinderknecht of Providence, Utah, and Cleone (Harold) Jones of Rexburg, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Martell; daughter Sharen Hone; stillborn twin daughters; three brothers, Dale, Rheal and Garth; four sisters, Norman Murray, Mada Larsen, Louise Hendricks and Deane Edwards; three grandchildren, Chad Rawlings, Sean Harris and RaChelle Blair Akagi; and daughter-in-law Deanne Rawlings.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2013, in the Fairview 2nd Ward chapel, 165 W. 4800 South in Preston, with Bishop Lewis Palmer conducting. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 S. 800 East in Preston, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at the church in Fairview. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. webbmortuary.com .