Russon Mortuary-Salt Lake Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Mava M. Russon, age 95, died peacefully Thursday, December 19, 2019. She was born November 28, 1924 in Lehi, Utah to Ephraim Harman and Evelyn Bushman McAffee. At the young age of sixteen Mava survived a tragic boating accident on Bear Lake where she lost both of her parents. Because of the accident, she had to move from her home in Salt Lake City to Lehi, Utah where she met her sweetheart Dale Lorrin Russon. They were married on his birthday, February 16, 1944 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Dale and Mava settled in Salt Lake City on Browning Avenue where they raised their four children: Lynette, Marilyn, Kathleen, and Gary. Mava loved her husband and children dearly. They enjoyed many family vacations together and spending time and creating fond memories at the family cabin. Mava was a beautiful seamstress, and she enjoyed preparing meals and entertaining family and friends. Mava lived life to the fullest. She loved traveling, boating, fishing, tennis, and watching the “Utes”.

Mava was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served faithfully in many church callings. She was a beloved mission mother to 637 missionaries as she served with Dale in the California Oakland Mission. Twenty years later they served as directors of the Oakland Temple Visitors Center.

We will miss you mom and your “get up and go” personality. You have always been such a great example of faith and love. Mava is survived by her children: Lynette Paxton (Boyd), Marilyn Sutter (Richard), Kathleen Waldram (Patrick), and Gary Russon (WenDee), 15 grandchildren, and 35 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers Boyd and Don, and twin great-grandchildren Birte and Mogens Harris.

Funeral services will be held Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:00 am in the Foothill 7thWard, 2215 East Roosevelt Avenue. A viewing will be held Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Russon Mortuary located at 255 South 200 East in Salt Lake City and at the ward house Friday morning 9:30-10:30am prior to the service. The family wishes to thank Legacy House and Memory Care of South Jordan, Utah and Canyon Hospice for their gentle and loving care you have given our mother. Interment at the Salt Lake City Cemetery Online guest book @www.russonmortuary.com

Obituary Preview: Brandon Kyle Monson passed away on December 8, 2019 at the age of 28. He was born March 6, 1991 to Travis Monson and Denice Kerr in Salt Lake City Utah. Brandon lived his life to the beat of his own drum. He brought joy to all who knew him, and light to every life he touched. Brandon loved his family, his friends and he loved riding his Harley. Brandon had dreams of exploring the country riding free on his motorcycle with the wind in his hair. He cared deeply for the health of the planet and encouraged recycling and the responsible use of our resources.

Brandon found true love and immeasurable joy in the short time he spent as a father to Karman. The grief he experienced on losing her stayed with him throughout the rest of his life. The many friends and family that were touched by his light will grieve and remember him well.

Brandon is survived by his father Travis (Shanon) Monson, sisters, Samantha, Sydnie and Morgan. His mother Denise (Mike) Winchel and sister Brianne Kerr, grandparents, aunts, uncles and many cousins.

Obituary Preview: Stacee Jo (Bahler) Sorensen, 61, passed away peacefully in her home on November 12, 2019, after her courageous two-year battle with stage IV Melanoma. Stacee was born October 16, 1958, in Anderson, Indiana to Max Eugene Bahler and Elaine Emma Wackerle Bahler.

She was known for her contagious laugh, quirky sense of humor, and passion for helping others. She became the life of any party and did not need an introduction to meet new friends. Stacee graduated from Anderson High School in her home state of Indiana and continued her education at Western Kentucky University, graduating with an Associate’s Degree in 1981. After college, she began a career in Health Information Management in Grand Junction, Colorado, at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Continuing her career for the next thirty-four years at 3M- Health information Systems in Salt Lake City, Utah. One of Stacee’s greatest professional accomplishments was being a team lead as a Clinical Development Specialist in Nosology at 3M. She is RHIT accredited and CCS certified.

In Salt Lake City she met Randy Blatnik and gave birth to her pride and joy, daughter, Lauren Michelle Blatnik. She later married Soren Sorensen and became the stepmother of Eric and Liz Sorensen.

Stacee adored all animals and she particularly loved her three schnauzers, Rosie, Lily, and Chopper. She had a green thumb and enjoyed all the beauty of nature. Her love for mashed potatoes as a child was so strong she was nicknamed “Tater Jo.” As a child some of her most cherished memories are riding her purple stingray bike, summer camps, swimming, roller coasters, and slurping up soda floats from the diner in Grandpa Wackerle’s market. Stacee had a love for traveling and was always up for anything adventurous. She and her daughter had a tradition of traveling somewhere new each year. They were able to share memories all over the world. Skydiving, boating, scuba diving, camping, motorcycling, and snowmobiling, are just a few of the many hobbies Stacee enjoyed. Her love for University of Utah sports included an admiration for coach Ron McBride, who she followed during his coaching years and continued to follow his radio career. Special thanks to Coach McBride, who surprised Stacee by visiting her in her home shortly before her passing.

Stacee is survived by her daughter Lauren Blatnik; brothers Scott, Steve, and Stuart Bahler, stepson Eric (Kim) Sorensen (grandson Wesley); and stepdaughter Liz (Chad Gibson) Sorensen. She is also survived by Randy Blatnik, Soren Sorensen, dog Chopper, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elaine, and father, Max Bahler.

Her family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Gregory Daniels- Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health, Dr. Benjamin Voorhies and Carolyn Luckett-NP at Huntsman Cancer Institute, and her hospice nurse Terral. A celebration of Stacee’s life will begin with a social hour at 2:00 p.m., followed by tributes to begin at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at Hidden Valley Country Club (11820 Highland Dr, Sandy, UT). Contributions can be made in Stacee’s honor at https://bestfriends.org/donate/make-gift-memory . Click on Make a Memorial Gift

Obituary Preview: Robert Kent Lytle was reunited with his eternal companion as he passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 16, 2019 at his home in Salt Lake City, Utah. Kent was born on February 23, 1937 in Cedar City, Utah to John “Jack” and Alice Jones Lytle. He was the oldest of three children. Jack was a prospector and entrepreneur who moved his family all over the west looking for gold or business opportunities. Growing up, Kent lived in 16 different towns in Utah, Nevada, Arizona, California and Idaho. When he was a teenager, the family finally settled in Blackfoot, Idaho where his father built an Arctic Circle restaurant. At age 19, Kent served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Australia.

Kent was working in Laramie Wyoming when he met Dorothy Sanders. She charmed him with her wit and fun personality and they were married for time and eternity in the Idaho Falls Temple on July 19, 1960. Within a year of their marriage they started their family and eventually were blessed with 5 sons and 2 daughters. They were married for 54 years before Dorothy passed away in 2014. He sorely missed her.

Against the wishes of his family, Dorothy convinced Kent to get an education. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Wyoming in mathematics. After college, Kent started teaching high school math, but it did not suit his mild mannered gentle personality, so after a year, he left and started working in the emerging field of computer science. This eventually brought him to Salt Lake City, where he settled his family for good. He worked as a computer systems engineer for Salt Lake County for 32 years and lived in the same house on Michigan Avenue for 50 years. He gave his family a much different upbringing than he’d had.

Kent dedicated his life to service. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ, he faithfully gave whatever was asked. He always had at least 2, and for many years 3, official church callings. Living behind the ward house, he was the caretaker of the building and checked on it every night for 50 years. He served as the Bonneville Stake media specialist for 38 years. Throughout this time, he also served in countless other ward callings, including most recently, primary teacher. To his neighbors, he showed his love through service as a mechanic, electrician, chauffeur, locksmith, plumber and dear friend. Into his 80s he was still clearing snow throughout the neighborhood. He loved his family more than anything and served them with equal selflessness. He patiently tutored math and rescued broken down cars at all hours of the night and would fix just about anything for kids and grandkids alike. He was truly a beloved man.

He is survived by his brother John (Anne), seven children Michael (Nancy), Marlin (Lesli), Carter (Tami), Curt, Paula (Ian) Spencer, Janna (Brett) Hansen and Jonathan (Lyndi), 26 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Marian. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 25th at 11:30 am, at the Yale Ward, 1431 Gilmer Ave. A viewing will be held Thursday, October 24th at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 S. 200 E. SLC from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, and Friday, prior to the funeral from 10:00-11:00 am. Online guestbook available at www.russonmortuary.com

Obituary Preview: VaLois R Forbush 1941-2019

VaLois was born February 14, 1941 in Murray, Utah, to R F Forbush and Ruth Teuscher Forbush.

She went to Granite High School and the University of Utah. Worked as a sporting goods manager at K-mart in California and Utah. Retired from Hercules.

Survived by her brother Ron (Helen), and lifelong friend Betty Jo.

Proceeded in death by her parents, sister Robyn, and brother Jeff.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

Obituary Preview: Rita Renee Kennedy peacefully passed away in her home on September 20, 2019. She was born August 14, 1935 in Victor, Idaho.

Rita enjoyed quilting, sewing and puzzles. Most of all, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who loved her family and friends. She always helped and cherished everyone in her life and will be greatly missed.

Rita is survived by her brother Larry (Kay) Ballard, sister Afton Williams, daughters Laurie (Mike) Evans, Penny Holmberg, Vicki (Dave) McKay, sons Russell Kennedy, Jonathan (Melodie) Kennedy, Steve (Becky) Kennedy. Rita was preceded in death by her loving husband Gary Kennedy, son Ronald Kennedy, and brother Jack Ballard. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 27, 2019 at the Woods Cross 5th Ward, 2064 S. 800 W., Woods Cross, Utah 84087. Viewing will be 9:30-10:30 a.m. and the funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden, Utah 84404. Online condolences at www.russonmortuary.com

Obituary Preview: Samuel K. Yardley, 76, of Salt Lake City, Utah passed away peacefully at home on September 14, 2019. Sam was born in Richfield, Utah in 1943 to James and Alice Yardley. He grew up in Salt Lake and joined the U.S. Marine Corps serving from 1960 to 1964. After his time in the Marines, he met and married Lida Del Stevenson on June 22, 1964. Sam and Lida made many wonderful lasting memories and traditions with their children during their 20 years of marriage.

Sam enjoyed and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Sam wasprecededin death by his son, Steven, and is survived by one sister, Barbara Kropft, and his remaining children Pam (Stephan) Steck, Adam (Chandee) Yardley, Justin (Tara) Yardley, Sandra Smuin, Matt (Whitney) Yardley, 12 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the social and hospice care teams, specifically AJ, Priscilla and Lindsey, who helped care for Sam during the final months of his life.

There will be a viewing at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 S 200 E, Salt Lake City, Utah on Thursday, September 19thfrom 6:00 to 8:00PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 20that 11:00AM, followed by burial services at the Utah Veterans Cemetary and Memorial Park in Bluffdale Utah.

Obituary Preview: Mary Nebeker Winters passed away at home on September 13, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.

Mom was born on Sept. 5, 1932 to Sidney and LaRue Nebeker. Her early childhood was spent on the East Side of Bear Lake on the family Ranch where she learned at a tender age to love God and all living things, to work hard, and to serve and love others with wild abandon. It was a joyful, rich childhood. Every spring it was her job to care for the motherless lambs. It was a job that resonated throughout her life. She knew instinctively how to care for the wounded and downtrodden; healing broken hearts and softening the hard ones. She had a capacity for generously loving people that was remarkable.

Mary graduated from East High School and the University of Utah. She married her sweetheart, Richard Winters in the Salt Lake Temple. Seven children were blessed to come to their home. Through example, she taught us life lessons that will reverberate down through the generations to come. She offered unconditional love, loyalty and encouragement. Every child, grandchild, and great grandchild felt they were her favorite and they were all absolutely right.

Mom had an unwavering testimony and love of the gospel of Jesus Christ and served faithfully in a multitude of callings. She loved her Laurels and Brighton Girls Camp, andcherished the opportunity to serve as a Relief Society President twice. Mary served with Dick in the Salt Lake Temple and completed a mission in the Nauvoo Temple.

Her hands were capable and talented and never idle. There was always room for one more at the table. She was famous for her sweet rolls and caramels. She loved growing things, good books, sewing, sitting down at the piano, long walks, a good laugh, cooking Sunday dinner for the family, entertaining friends, visiting, flowers in the garden, birds in the yard, and her well-worn scriptures.

She weathered more than her share of life’s hardships. She did it all with patience, faith, and grace. Our "Polly Anna" always saw the glass at least ¾ full. She was strength, determination and gentleness.

She was her father’s “little nuisance,” her brothers’ “Deary,” her husband’s “My Mary,” and her children’s, “Angel Mother”. It was a miracle heaven was willing to do without her as long as they did.

We will be forever grateful for the faith she instilled in each of us that life is eternal and she is ours forever.

Mary was proceeded in death by her loyal husband, Richard K. Winters; her son Rich Winters; and her siblings Sid, Con, and David Nebeker. She is survived by six children; Steven Nebeker Winters, Katherine Stallings (Alan), Elizabeth Hanks (Richard), David Winters (Angela), Sid Winters (Rebecca), and Annie Johnson (Rees); 21 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren with one on the way.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 20th at 12:00 at the Bonneville Stake Center, 1535 East Bonneview Dr. (1050 South) Salt Lake City. A Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:45. Private Family Internment at Sagebrush Cemetery, Bear Lake Valley. In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to www.BuildingBlocksInAfrica.org Online Guest Book at www.RussonMortuary.com

Obituary Preview: Robert (Bob) George Hunt, 90, and his beloved wife, Lavon Goldie Longmore Hunt, 89, both passed away peacefully within hours of one another on September 5, 2019. After 71 years of marriage, they just couldn't stand to do anything without each other.

Bob was born on October 16, 1928 in Salt Lake City to William Franklin Hunt and Beatrice Lenora Bryant Hunt. Bob grew up in Rose Park and went to West High School, where he met Lavon. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple on June 16, 1948. Bob worked for the Newspaper Agency Corporation as a pressman for over 40 years, from the time he was 18 until he retired. Some of his favorite hobbies were golfing, fishing and bowling. He loved to tinker with cars, clocks and watches. He was a "jack of all trades" and was the guy to call if you needed anything built or fixed. Bob enjoyed playing cards, telling cheesy jokes and just visiting with anyone who would listen. He served as a Bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and spent many years in Scouting and on the High Council. He was the kindest man you could ever meet. He was a devoted husband and loved his kids and grandkids.

Lavon was born in Basalt, ID on December 26, 1929 to Elmer Henry Longmore and Lillian Sedgwick Longmore. She was the oldest of eleven children and loved being a big sister. Her family moved from Idaho to Salt Lake City when she was a young girl. After marrying the love of her life, she raised four sons and two daughters in Rose Park. Lavon loved raising her kids so much that she wanted to help with her grandkids too. She ran "Grams' Daycare" out of her home and frequently had six or seven kids at a time. She even got the opportunity to babysit some of her great-grandkids. She served in just about every calling in the Relief Society, Primary and Young Women. She loved to put together road shows and programs at church. She sang in choirs and barbershop quartets. She loved to draw, paint and do ceramics and was a master scrapbooker. Lavon opened Monkey Business, a balloon and party shop, and delighted in making balloon bouquets and singing deliveries dressed as a pink monkey or a hillbilly. Lavon's children and grandchildren were the light of her life. She would do anything for any one of them.

Bob and Lavon are survived by their six children Blair (Sue), Dennis (Cris), Randy (Chris), Sandy (Tom) Branch, Laurel Newhouse, Scott (Danna), twelve grandchildren (Jamie, Tracy, Lisa, Becca, Lyndee, Jeff, Chad, Jacque, Ashley, Tyler, Megan and Tanya) 26 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. No one could have asked for better parents or grandparents.

A joint viewing and funeral service will be held on Friday, September 13, 2019 at the LDS Chapel at 275 E 10600 S, Sandy, UT 84070. Viewing from 10-11:30 am. Funeral to follow at noon. Interment at Lehi City Cemetery. Funeral services under direction of Russon Mortuary.

Obituary Preview: Our dear Dad, Ralph Richards Nielsen, died quietly at home on August 15, 2019. Born on January 6, 1941 to Arthur H. and Vera R. Nielsen, Ralph was the eldest of 11 children. His life was full of family, work, and faith. A gregarious and outgoing personality, Ralph was quick to make friends and thoughtful in cultivating and keeping them. He shared entertaining stories, favorite books, See’s lollipops, and his testimony with all he met.

Salutatorian of the 1st graduating class at Highland High School in 1959, where he played football and enjoyed debate and mathematics.

He served in the Central Atlantic States Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1960-1962. His missionary experiences were a foundation for the rest of his life. Until his death, he continued to be an enthusiastic & dedicated student and teacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ both in ward callings and within his own family. Most recently, he found great joy in working with the Church missionaries in his community.

Attended BYU and later graduated from the University of Utah before going on to law school. While in law school, a clerical error by the University led to his becoming eligible for the US military draft. His resulting military experience in the U.S. Air Force was to be a life-changing career. First assigned to the missile program, he later was invited to serve as a USAF Chaplain by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He honorably served for 20 years, being the first LDS-sponsored chaplain to attain the rank Lt. Colonel and first to serve as an Installation Chaplain. He retired in 1987. In retirement, he pursued other career opportunities, including financial planning, career counseling, and BYU sports enthusiast.

Ralph was married for 33 years to Sharon E. Gygi (divorced in 1999). Their growing family lived in Japan and the Philippines, as well as IL, AZ, MS, AK, and UT. Throughout his life, he remained dedicated to his role as a father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was always willing to share a compliment, lend a hand, go the extra mile, and bring family together.

Preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Arthur, sister Marie, and daughter Marianne (Brad) Blanchard. Survived by children: Noralee (Cris) Peterson, Christine, Karen, Brad (Jill) Blanchard, David (Taryn), Jennifer, Wendy (Shad) Barney, and Trent (Daiane), as well as 17 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and his siblings Paul (Gloria), Heber (Carolyn), Clark (Becky), David (Becky), Ruth (Chris), Joseph (Karen), Carole (Arlen, deceased) Cook, Barbara (Kelly) Richardson, and Jack (Elfriede) Friend.

Services at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 755 E Three Fountains Dr, Murray UT 84107. VIEWING: Friday, August 23 from 6-8pm. FUNERAL: Saturday, August 24 at 11:00am, with viewing from 9:30-10:30am. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, SLC UT. Condolences at www.russonmortuary.com.

Obituary Preview: Jackie Lorraine Mitchell Peckham, 94, passed away on August 13, 2019 in Cottonwood, Utah. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Peckham. She is the mother of Cindi Peckham, Kerry (Brent) Zimmerman, John (Susan) Peckham, Eric (Kim) Peckham, Jan (Jim) Phillips, Dave (Lori) Peckham, Ariana Peckham (deceased), and Moana (Scott) Workman.

Viewings will be held August 23, 6:00-8:00 pm, and August 24, 9:30-10:30 am, at the church at 1830 East 6400 South, with funeral services August 24, 11:00 am, at the same location.

Our darling mother, Jackie Lorraine Peckham, was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 9, 1925, the oldest of three children. She was the daughter of Dallas H. Mitchell and Phyllis Rees. She was joined later by her sister, Roberta (Bobbie), and her brother, Carl. At the age of eight, her parents moved their young family to the desert of California in the heart of the oil fields, to the small town of Taft, near Bakersfield. Now known outside her family as Lorraine, she received an excellent education at Taft Union High School. A talented musician, Lorraine belonged to the school orchestra as first violinist, where she fostered her acquaintance with Harry Peckham, a gifted pianist who also played the French horn and several other instruments. They became deeply in love; and a week after Harry’s return from service in the Air Force they were married in Taft.

Lorraine was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Harry was not a member at the time they got married, but was converted and baptized within two months of their marriage. Ten months later they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Thereafter, she continued her college education at San Jose State University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education.

For the following fifty years, Lorraine and Harry filled their lives with service to their family, their church, and to mankind in general. In 1960, they carried their family of eight to Aotearoa (Land of the Long White Cloud) or New Zealand. There Harry taught school as head of the Science department of the Church College of New Zealand. This experience had a profound impact on their entire family, which impact continues to this day. They added two more daughters to their six children – Ariana and Moananui. Our beloved Ariana is buried in New Zealand.

After eight years in New Zealand the family returned to the United States to live in Salt Lake City, where Lorraine has been living ever since. The only exception was in 1991 when she and Harry returned to New Zealand to serve an 18-month mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Lorraine’s and Harry’s family has grown to include 30 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren – and counting. Lorraine remained fiercely loyal to her family and to the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout her life.

She bore her final, powerful testimony with all of her seven living children gathered around her in her hospital bed at her home, just two days before her death. She had been barely able to speak at all until she began her unprompted speech. There she gave an accounting of her life, her witness of the truthfulness of the Church, and her love of the Savior, her husband, and her children. She never spoke so clearly again, except for her final words two days later when she removed from her mouth a swab used to provide moisture, handed it to her daughter and said with her typical unselfish and generous spirit, “I’ve had enough. You can have the rest.”

Dear Mother, you indeed had had enough, and had done more than enough. Now, we as your children, will do our best to take on the rest.

Obituary Preview: Louis S. Dunham, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on August 2nd, 2019. He was born April 9th, 1929, eldest child of Samuel and Grete (Butchereit) Dunham. A native and lifetime resident of Salt Lake City, Lou grew up in the Avenues. He was named after Louis S. Cates, CEO of Utah Copper Company, whom his father worked for. He was very able in crafts, woodwork and model building. During the World War II years, he was asked to make wooden machine gun toys for Sprouse Reitz Co. In his basem*nt he produced these toys and also made other toys for the neighborhood children. He was 13 years old at the time and a student at Bryant Junior High. He graduated from West High School and attended the University of Utah before being drafted for the Korean War. From 1950 through 1952, Lou served with the Army Corps of Engineers. His station was the Panama Canal Zone and assignment was associated with the building of air bases in the Arctic, Greenland and Labrador. He experienced 6 months of sea duty.

After military service, Lou went to work for Arden Meadow Gold Dairies, working first in the warehouse, then became a frozen food salesman. During these years he also became a licensed aviator. Associated Food Stores brought Lou on board in 1959 where he developed the Delicatessen Department, managed the Frozen Food Department, and became manager of the Grocer’s Wholesale Division. This latter management position gave Lou the opportunity to sell to chain stores, retail grocers and institutional buyers throughout Utah, Nevada and Wyoming. In 1968, Lou accepted a position of President and General Manager of Certified Warehouse and Transfer Company. During his period of leadership, 1968 to 1984, Certified became the number one distribution center in Utah. The company trucking operations served five intermountain states. He was a past member of the American Warehouseman Association and Affiliated Warehouse Companies. As CEO of Certified, he served as Advisor and Director in many companies related to the firm’s business. A self-made man, he was a masterful salesman whose clients consistently returned because of their trust in his work, reliability and integrity.

Lou married his sweetheart, Marjorie (Humphrey) on November 7th, 1958. He loved the outdoors and spent many days exploring the remote areas of Utah and surrounding states. He was a master wood craftsman and hobbiest with talents in many crafts. He and his family traveled to many wonderful places and enjoyed their time together. They especially loved camping in and exploring the desert areas of Southern Utah. His parents had been rock hounds and had passed that passion on to Lou who then passed it on to his children and grandchildren. He loved his family, grandchildren, and his great friends. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marjorie (Humphrey), daughter Tracy (Ann), sons Greg (Becky) and John, grandchildren Louis, Talayna, Kira and Andrew, brother Theo (Beth), and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Superior Hospice and Mt. Olympus Care Center for their awesome care.

Funeral services will be held Friday, August 9, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at Russon Mortuary, 255 S. 200 E. Viewings will be Thursday from 6 – 8 p.m. and Friday 11:45 – 12:45 at the mortuary.

Obituary Preview: Earl Curtis Loveless was born on July 12, 1949 in Moscow, Idaho returning to his Heavenly Father in his home in Taylorsville, Utah on July 27, 2019. He is preceded in death by father Wayne LaMar Loveless, mother Marie Jean Hungerford, and his brother LaMar Loveless.

He is survived by his wife Tami Jo Granlund, sons Jason Loveless, Darryl Loveless, Sean Loveless and daughter Elicia Loveless. He has 8 grandchildren, Tyson Loveless, Sarina Loveless, Braeden Loveless, Jaron Loveless; Alyssa Gardner, Ava Jensen; Dot Loveless and Milo Loveless. He is also survived by brothers David Loveless, LeRoy Loveless, and sister’s Victoria Loveless and Andrea Dayley.

Earl was raised in, and spent his school years in Idaho. He graduated from Highland High School in Pocatello, Idaho in 1967. Following high school, he served an LDS mission in The Netherlands for two and one half years. He was a graduate of Brigham Young University, holding a master’s degree in Herpatology. Earl was a “peoples” person, which served him well in his professional career in sales and business consultation.

Earl was a man of many interests. Each new interest was followed by an enthusiastic research . Being blessed with a great intellect, Earl gained expertise in many of these areas. His interests included animals and desert life, the outdoors, camping, hiking, travel, photography, and motorcycles. He was passionate about his collectible knives and gun collection.

Earl was an avid reader. His life experience and knowledge contributed to his incredible talent for teaching, which he thoroughly enjoyed doing. He was dedicated to his wife, family, church and friends. Earl stayed true and consistent to his beliefs and values throughout life’s ups and downs. He left a very large footprint on this earth, and will be greatly missed.

Obituary Preview: Ingeborg Schmidt passed away on July 26th, 2019 from a battle with melanoma. She was born October 26, 1946 in Merseburg Germany to Johannes and Gertraud Bierwolf. She immigrated to the United States in 1962 with her family where she met the love of her life, Hans Joachim Schmidt, and married him April 26, 1968.

Inge was a very giving and caring woman who was extremely strong and would always figure out how to get things done. She enjoyed going to her cabin, traveling, gardening and all kinds of crafts such as sewing, crocheting, knitting, cross stitching, scrapbooking and card making. She loved her family very much but the light of her life was her grandson Jarron who she cherished spending time with.

She is preceded in death by her husband Hans and survived by her daughter Jennifer (Zach), grandson Jarron and siblings Helga (Rolf), Esther, Nephi (Paulette), Gudrun (Steve) and Angela (Craig). Graveside services will be held Wednesday July 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park 3401 S. Highland Dr. Funeral services directed by Russon Mortuary. Online guestbook available at www.russonmortuary.com

Obituary Preview: Wendy Tomlinson Thomas 7/15/1949 - 7/18/2019 From Wendy: If you are reading this, I have succumbed to the effects of cancer. Not for sissies!

I will miss trying to get my husband Craig’s attention as I have been doing for the last fifty years. I will miss traveling and “discussing” with my son, Alex and my daughter-in-law, Jen. I will miss our friends who have become our family.

Get this though: I will never have to prep for another colonoscopy, never have another biopsy, never have to have another root canal or listen to the lies of President Bone Spurs. I really wish I could have lived to see him in handcuffs and a skin matching jumpsuit.

All-in-all, this really sucks, so don’t go through the torture of radiation and chemo: it doesn’t work, and only makes your last few months more hideous than need be.

I’ve never been anywhere without Craig……….

Au revoir fellow travelers, no funeral, no flowers. Personal History:

Born in Salt Lake City to Margaret and Hal Tomlinson, Wendy attended Skyline High School and the University of Utah, where she joined the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She spent many of her early years working in the securities industry, which she loved, where she made many lifelong friends, including her mentor Mel Olsen. Wendy had hard times the last few years, losing her son Jeremy, one of her best friends, Roger Lund and her brother-in-law, Jeff Stein. Her parents died in 2018 and she is survived by her eight siblings: Chris, Randi, Robin, Jana, Kim, Mitch, Brook and Sean.

A voracious reader of literature, a statuesque beauty and a fashionista with excellent taste and superb makeup skills. Wendy was a beautiful, funny, brilliant, generous, fierce woman who nurtured and protected us all. From Craig:

Wendy and I married on November 29th, 1969. We almost made it to our 50 year anniversary. Wendy was smart, beautiful, vivacious, talented and sometimes difficult, but always worth it. We had two handsome sons, Alex and Jeremy. We had the most fun with them while travelling the world. Generally if we were traveling, everyone was on their best behavior. Wendy was a great influence on many of the young people in her life. She made a difference in their lives without the desire for thanks or reward. When Wendy loved you, it was for life. From Alex:

Mom taught me to be a generous person through example, especially to people you didn’t know. She constantly reminded me that everyone should be given a second chance, a third and so on. I called her nearly every day, trying to stay as close to her as I could, talking politics and laughing about old jokes and the adventures we had. Her beautiful little companion Mini, never left her side and gave Mom immense joy. Mini’s funny personality made her mom laugh every single day. She really kept Mom going all these years. From Jen:

Wendy showed me strength, assertiveness, taste, class and generosity. Wendy reminded me to stick up for myself, to demand what I need, that it’s better to be overdressed than under-dressed. Wendy reminds us all to read, to cook, to get along and to think for ourselves. Wendy taught me will, independence and what it looks like to be a fierce but giving woman. I will never forget her but I will miss her. From Bryn: It’s time for the saddest jazz music ever written. The leader of the band is checking out. She is going on a journey to find a place where everyone is their best self. Laughter and beauty multiply in her presence. Every time we are somewhere amazing, we will miss her. Every time we are gracious, we will thank her. Every time we have a good conversation and a great meal, she will be with us. I love you Ms. Wendy!

Special thanks to Sonya and Megan at Elevation Hospice, who made Wendy’s last days comfortable for her and her family.

To see more photos and share some stories about Wendy Thomas go to https://wendy.alexthomas.com/.

Obituary Preview: William Martin Hines, 82, passed away July 18, 2019 surrounded by his loving family after losing his battle with dementia. He was born September 9, 1936 on Happy Jack Rd. in Cheyenne, WY to William Cecil and Henrietta Rose (Dooren) Hines. He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad in 1996 after 40+ years of service as a pipefitter. Whenever a train whistle blows, we will always think of him. He was a gentle soul who loved his bowling, fishing and golf, especially with the family. He bowled on the same league (Union Pacific) for over 30 years and spent the last 10 years bowling on that league with his daughters. He had a mechanical mind and could fix anything he set his mind to. The family would like to thank Canyon Rim Care Center and the St. Mark’s Hospital Hospice team for taking such great care of dad in his final days.

He is survived by his daughters Darla (Sheldon) & Devvon (Dustin), his two younger brothers Jim (Jane) & Bob (Cece), 5 grandkids Colton, Brody (Brooke), Tanner (Aveen), Dylan and Kylie. He was proceeded in death by his loving wife Donna, Father and Mother William and Henrietta,sister-in-law Patricia and nephew John.

Obituary Preview: Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and AuntLaRue was released from her earthly mission Monday, June 24, 2019. Born January 18, 1930 in Park City, Utah to William and Margaret Llewellyn Dyches. She spent her childhood in Wales, Utah where she attended elementary school, Salt Lake City where she attended Jordan Junior High in Salt Lake City, and dropped out of Moroni High to come to Salt Lake to work as an Au Pair. She met her eternal companion, “My Bill” William Henry Baldwin at the Rainbow Rendezvous and they were married March 1, 1952 at the YWCA in Salt Lake City. Marriage later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple where they both worked in later years. They were blessed to adopt two children: David ( meaning Beloved in Hebrew) and Darlene (meaning Beloved in English). Bill died in 1976 and LaRue lovingly raised their two children alone and worked for Salt Lake School District in the school lunch program. She served faithfully in the church in many callings including: Primary counselor and teacher, meetinghouse librarian, ward historian, and single adult representative. She loved to sing in her ward choir and was privileged to sing in a General Women’s Conference choir. She loved children and babysat in her home for many years. She is survived by her son, David Baldwin, Daughter and Son-in-law, Darlene and Bruce Spencer; Grandsons Dustin (Candice) Spencer and Tyler (David) Spencer; Her dear brothers Verdell (Donna) Dyches and Ted (Elaine) Dyches and many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by her husband, great-grandson Logan Spencer and sister Jennie Kent.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 29, 2019 at the Cannon 3rd Ward chapel at 1301 South 1200 West in Salt Lake City. Viewing Friday, June 28 at the church from 6 to 8 pm and 11:30 am prior to services. Interment beside her husband at Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 W. 4100 S. West Valley City, Utah on Monday, July 1 at 10 am. Funeral services directed by Russon Mortuary.

Obituary Preview: Jacob Stewart Smith, 35, returned to his Heavenly Home on Father’s Day, June 16, 2019, in West Jordan, Utah, as a result of a motorcycle accident caused by a drunk driver. Jake was born February 21, 1984, to Scott Parker Smith and Cindi Jane Smith of South Jordan, Utah. He will always be remembered as an amazing father to his three precious children. They were the greatest joy of his life. Jacob leaves behind his children, Zoe, Eden, and Finn; parents, Scott and Cindi Smith; brothers, Aaron (Kjersta) and Ben; grandparents, Maurine Parker Smith, Harold and Joyce Robinson, and many cousins, niecesand nephews. Jake was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

On June 16th, 2019, Father's Day, Jake was involved in a motorcycle accident caused by a drunk driver, which ultimately took his life. His family, friends and children are devastated by this tragic event. He touched so many lives in so many ways, but his children, by far, were the most important part of his life.

Jacob was known by his family and friends as an extraordinary father to his three precious children, Zoe, Eden, and Finn. His world revolved around bringing smiles, laughter and stability to their lives. He was such a fantastic father and created so many memories for his children. He was looking forward to more field trips, building forts and igloos, going on hikes together, and more recently, fun days at Lagoon. His children adored him and looked forward to spending time together. He made home a fun place to be, not only for his own children, but for many others who loved spending time there, because Jake always made them feel loved and included.

Jake was a man of many gifts and talents. He was an amazing musician. He was an accomplished pianist, played guitar and drums, and loved to sing. He had a beautiful voice and wasn’t afraid to share his talents with others. As a teenager and young adult, he participated in the Riverton Community Theater and played the lead part of the King in “The King and I” as well as the lead in “Honk,“ a comical story of The Ugly Duckling. More recently, he often sang karaoke at local venues and was a favorite performer at those locations.

Jake had a gift for learning languages and was quick to understand and speak them without formal training. He had an amazing knack of being able to fix just about anything, including his cars and motorcycles. He also had an endless appetite for all kinds of food, especially if it was spicy and hot. One of his favorite things to do was to buy the hottest sauce he could find and bring it to his Dad to try out. He felt great pleasure watching his dad’s eyes water and his face turn red from the heat.

As a teen, Jake participated in Wilderness Survival training where he developed many skills to live off the land and to survive in harsh conditions. He loved hiking and camping and participated in the Boy Scout program, earning his Eagle Scout Award. Not too many people can start a fire by rubbing two sticks together, but Jake could.

Jake’s job required him to travel a great deal of the time each week. He never seemed to tire of visiting new places and taking in the different cultures and scenery. He traveled to other countries and took every opportunity to see all that he had time for while he was there. More recently, he spent his time traveling within the U.S. Because of the amount of travel that he did, he was able to get free upgrades on his car rentals, and he always took full advantage of this perk. He loved getting the newest and most exciting vehicle that was available and thoroughly enjoyed driving around the town.

When Jake was home on the weekends, one of his favorite things to do was to go for rides in the mountains on his motorcycle. This was his way of unwinding from his busy week as he took in the peace and beauty of his surroundings. He developed some very close riding friends who have been a wonderful support to him and his children.

Over the past several months, Jake had developed many new friends who he met when he went on his first Caribbean cruise. It was a dedicated “311” cruise, which is his favorite band that he loved. Since that time, he acknowledged that these people and their tremendous friendship and support had changed his life in a very positive way. These friends were scattered all across the country and where ever Jake’s work travels took him, he had a friend to meet up with. It became increasingly apparent that this trip and his new found group of friends had a positive effect on him. He was happier than he had been for a long time; he was in a good place, loving life, enjoying his travels, and regularly expressing deep gratitude for his blessings and especially for his family.

Those who knew Jake spoke of him as a person who had a “heart of Gold,” one with an attitude of positivity, great stamina, strength of character, and one who could always pick himself up after overcoming great personal challenges. He lived life to its absolute fullest. He was full of gratitude for both the successes and hardships that he endured during his 35 years on this earth. He loved his family deeply and opened his arms to anyone that needed a friend. His spirit was strong and powerful and everyone was drawn to his fun and exciting personality.

Jake, we love you, and we will be ever grateful to you for making our lives full. Although our hearts are broken to lose you so early, we know where you are, and we know we will see you again. Until that day, your spirit will live on in each of our hearts, and we will be inspired and strengthened each time we think about you and how you have blessed our lives. For the benefit of Jake’s three children, his Family has set up a GoFundMe for any who would like to contribute in lieu of flowers.https://www.gofundme.com/angfa-jake-smith-memorial-fund

Obituary Preview: Ruben Moscaira Lacanienta, age 92, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, June 8th.

Ruben is survived by his children, Ruel (wife Pam), Elvee, Ray (wife Natalie), Rhem (husband Jim), Ranny (wife Jennifer), Rod (wife Precious), Ralph (wife Hazel), 24 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife Estelita, wife Priscilla, daughter Elaine and son Ruben Jr. (Jun).

Ruben was born July 10, 1926 in Cebu City, Philippines to Eliseo Espiritu Lacanienta and Corazon Leyson Lacanienta. He graduated as a Chemical Engineer at Adamson University and with an MBA at Ateneo de Manila. He was the Senior VP at the Private Development Corporation of the Philippines. He was also the co-founding Director of Enterprise Mentors International in the Philippines. After retirement, he volunteered in the Salt Lake City temple.

As a true pioneer of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Philippines, he and his family were baptized in 1963. He served in a series of firsts in the Church in the Philippines: Branch President, District President, Stake President (twice), Regional Representative to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles assigned to the Manila North and Northern Philippines Region, the Manila Temple Presidency, and Chaired the Manila Philippines Temple Committee during its planning and construction.

Ruben was a WW II Veteran and was a guerilla fighter. He was the recipient of the highest civilian award bestowed by the U.S. Congress as a WWII Filipino Veteran who fought side by side with American troops - the Congressional Gold Medal in 2018.

He is the author of four books reflecting his life history, memoirs, philosophies, spiritual beliefs, and historical and political views of the Philippines. He leaves these words to his posterity and friends as wisdom to remember him by -- The Santa Banana Republic: The Failed Empire of the United States of America in the Orient (2015), Esto Perpetuum: Let It Be Eternal (2016), A Passage of Words from Around the World (2017) and Amusing Thoughts of BenLac (2019), all of which can be searched online.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday June 15, 2019 starting at 11 a.m. at the Mountain Point 10th Ward Chapel (348 East Manti Drive Draper, Utah). He will be interred at the Salt Lake City Cemetery next to Estelita and Elaine following the service.

Obituary Preview: Amy Udora Memmott Sanders was the Most Wonderful Mom in the World to her five sons and five daughters, 35 grandchildren, 74 great grand children, and her 22 great great grandchildren. She passed away peacefully in her Salt Lake City home surrounded by many members of her large family on May 29, 2019. This was exactly 27 years from the day she was sealed to her husband, Tennyson (Joe) Sanders, the love of her life, in the Saint George Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Originally married August 13, 1949, in Ogden, Utah, the couple spent their lives loving and caring for their large family and the many friends they welcomed into their lives and home.

Born June 9, 1926, Amy had a lifetime of service. She helped to support her growing family, working long hours as a waitress for most of her life. She loved the opportunity of meeting and serving so many different people. She lovingly cared for her mother, father, and her disabled younger brother (Jack Memmott) until their deaths. If she knew a friend had a need, she was there to fill it for weeks, months, or years. Once she loved you, she never quit loving you, no matter what. She attended every important event she could get to in the lives of her family members. Just days before her death she made sure all the family graves were decorated for Memorial Day and just before going to the hospital, she insisted on visiting the local graves of her son (Gary Blair Sanders) and her nephew (Craig Sanders). She is survived by nine children, Roxanna Charleen (Richard) Johnson, Rhea Irene McQuay, Calvin Dwayne, Ivy Inez (Farley) Collins, Amy LaReen (Louis) Mattena, Cheryl Ann (Dave) Plott, Tennyson Bryan (Susan), Randy Mark, Chad Gwynn (Donna), and daughter in Law Anna. She was preceded in death by her parents (Calvin and Roxie Charlotte Memmott), ten siblings, her husband Tennyson, her son Gary Blair (Anna), two great grandchildren (Jacob Farley Collins) and (Alixus Brooklyn Heath), and a great great grandchild (Nevaeh Rees )

The family is so grateful for the kind care she was given by the wonderful doctors and nurses in the St Marks Hospital during her last hospital stay and for support of the Hospice staff who helped her return home. The family also owes a great debt of gratitude to her children who lived nearby, who were always there to care for her increasing needs during the last years of our Mother’s life. Services will be held at the Edison Ward Chapel, 1401 West 700 South, Salt Lake City, Utah, at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 3, 2019. Viewings will be held Sunday, June 2, 2019, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Russon Mortuary, 255 S. 200 E. and Monday June 3, 2019, 8:45-9:45 a.m. at the Church. Graveside services will be held before interment in Scipio, Utah on Monday, June 3, 2019.Online guestbook available at www.russonmortuary.com

Obituary Preview: Ralph Webb Moffat passed away May 25, 2019 in Salt Lake City. He was born to Ralph Smith Moffat and Lula Webb Moffat October 23, 1919 in Laketown, Utah.

Dad lived in Salt Lake City, Utah most of his life graduating from Granite High School in 1938. Six weeks after Pearl Harbor he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps, became a pilot in August 1942, and served 4 ½ years in the Air Corps during World War II. He was a proud veteran! He married our mother, Janice Mather, in the Salt Lake Temple September 11,1942. After graduating from the University of Utah in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy, and wanting less shift work and more time with his family, five years later he and mother packed up their five children and headed to the University of Kansas City School of Dentistry. He graduated in 1959 at age 39 with a DDS degree. He practiced Dentistry in Salt Lake City for 31 years before retiring in 1991 at age 70. Not one to sit around, dad then found work at the Utah Transit Authority, and for the past 17 years at the University of Utah Commuter Services working until the day before he died. At 99 ½ we think he was the oldest employee at the University, where he enjoyed his boss, his co-workers and proudly wore his Ute hat every day of his life. Our father was a lifelong active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities, including Bishop. Ralph and Janice served together in the Salt Lake Temple baptistry for several years, as well as two full-time missions in South Carolina Columbia Mission and a Church Service Mission in the Salt Lake City Central City Mission. Dad dearly loved Janice, his children and their families, and the Lord.

Dad is preceded in death by his beloved wife, his parents and brother Max. He is survived by his sister Melba Moffat Hatch and a large posterity that includes seven children: Ralph Randy (Julie) Moffat, Craig (Kathleen) Moffat, Patricia (Douglas) Haymore, Richard (Amy) Moffat, Rebecca (Steven) Pollei, Kayle (Lisa) Moffat, David (Kristy) Moffat; 40 grandchildren, 159 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, May 31, 2019, 11:00 am at the Olympus 1st Ward located at 4100 South Camille Street (about 2500 East), Holladay. Viewings will be Thursday evening, May 30, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, and Friday 9:30 – 10:30 am prior to the funeral at the same location. Funeral Directors: Russon Mortuary. Interment will follow the funeral at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. The family expresses their appreciation to the caregivers at The Abbington of Holladay assisted living center for their wonderful and tender care. Online guestbook available at www.russonmortuary.com