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Beck, Veriel C.
OGDEN - Veriel C Beck, 84, died Friday February 11,2005 peacefully at home
after a long illness. He was born June 1, 1920, in Montpelier, Idaho to Leon
Anders Beck and Jennie Louise Porter Beck. He attended Idaho schools,
graduating from Fielding High School in 1938. He then worked at Consolidated
Aircraft in San Diego building B-24s. He served in the Air Corps from November
1941 until October 1945 and was stationed overseas for 22 months. After the
war he married Lorna Clark in Ogden on November 3, 1945. Their marriage was
later solemnized in the Ogden LDS temple. He was an employee of Chevron Oil
for 38 years, working as a wholesale distributor for most of his life. He was
active in the LDS Church till his final illness. He especially enjoyed working
with the youth in the church and taught many of them how to water-ski. He also
enjoyed playing golf. He liked to garden and could fix anything that was
broken, including all the family cars. He loved his family very much and
looked forward to all family gatherings. Preceding him in death were his
parents, two brothers (Sherril and Dale), and an infant sister (Phyllis). He
is survived by his wife Lorna; one daughter and two sons, Anne, Salt Lake
City; Steven (Wendy), Logan; and Dave (Ogden); and six grandsons (Andrew,
Joseph, Adam, Brady, Jason, and Geoffrey). Also surviving are one brother,
Junior (Paris, Idaho); two sisters, Noreen (John) Hansen and Maxine Dustin,
both of Garden City, Utah. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 14,
2005 at 11 a.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street. Family and friends may
call Sunday, February 13, 2005 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and one hour prior to the
services at Leavitt's Mortuary. Interment, Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park
where Military honors will be accorded. The family wishes to express
appreciation to the health care professionals at the Veterans Hospital in Salt
Lake City for their dedicated care over the years. Send condolences to the
family at www.leavittsmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/12/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Becraft, Florence A.
ROY - Florence Elba Anderson Becraft passed away peacefully Friday, February
11, 2005 with loving family by her side. She was born September 22, 1917 in
Wilson Lane, Utah to Joseph and Florence Sewell Anderson. She graduated from
Ogden High School. In 1939, Florence met and married the love of her life,
Chester A. Becraft in the Logan LDS Temple July 19, 1939. He preceded her in
death on January 11, 1974. They were blessed with one son; Kenneth Broc and
three daughters; Joan (deceased), Cheryl Ann Larson, and Sandra Mitchell
(deceased). Before she married, she worked as a telephone operator in Ogden.
She later worked at the American Food Store on Second Street. She also spent
several years working with the Utah State University Extension Service.
Florence was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She
held many positions within the church including the Young Women's Organization
and president of the Relief Society. She is survived by her children: Kenneth
(Margie) Becraft and Cheryl Ann Larson both of Roy; nine grandchildren, 21
great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, her sister Mildred
Mickey (Glen) Fox, of Roy. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband,
2 daughters and brothers Lyman and Kenneth. The family would like to express
their thanks to the staff for the care given to their mother at Heritage Park
Care Center. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 11
a.m. at Myers Mortuary in Roy, 5865 South 1900 West. Friends may call on
Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to
services. Interment, Ogden City Cemetery. Send condolences to family at
www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Busboom, Leatha E.
FRANCIS, Utah - Leatha Busboom, 83, died Thursday, February 10, 2005 at her
home. She was born February 16, 1921 Bridgeport, Indiana, a daughter of T.
Cecil and Elva Emmaline Newberry Billings. Leatha married Edward August
Busboom on December 24, 1942 in Pocatello, Idaho. He preceded her in death in
June of 1986. She was raised and educated in Kansas and moved to Pocatello,
Idaho where she lived from 1937 to 1964. She lived in the Ogden area from 1964
to 1995 before moving to Las Vegas, Nevada. She recently had been staying with
her daughter in Francis, Utah. Leatha was a member of St. Paul Lutheran
Church. She loved to read, listen to music, and was an excellent seamstress.
Surviving are one son and three daughters, Carl (Relda) Busboom, Roy; Carolyn
Mertens, England; Peggy (Larry) Pitkin, Francis, UT; Cynthia (James) Olona,
Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in
death were her husband, three brothers and one sister. Fun eral services will
be held Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3329 Harrison Blvd.,
with Pastor Gary Trickey officiating. Friends may call at the church on Monday
from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Interment, Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch,
1718 Combe Road. Funeral Directors, Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary. Email
condolences to the family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/12/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Christensen, Dustin C. (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF DUSTIN C. CHRISTENSEN Feb 13. 1977 to Oct 26,2003 Your
Birth was a Joy and a Blessing. Watching you grow was a gift.Thank You for
sharing all that was uniquely you.We miss you every hour of every day. Happy
Birthday Sweetheart. Love Mom, Dad, Daniele and Baylee.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Corwin, Kent
OGDEN - Kent "Pappa" Corwin, 70, died February 9, 2005, surrounded by his
loving children from a fatal stroke. He was born July 19, 1934, in Kemmerer,
Wyoming, the son of Virgil and Florance Corwin. Kent graduated from Ogden High
School in 1953, married Patsy L. Thomas in 1954 and divorced in 1975. He
married Barbara Jones in 1976 and later divorced. Kent was a sheet metal
mechanic and foreman for Hughes Aircraft Co. in Los Angeles, and Hill Air
Force Base in Ogden. He loved to fish, hunt and play golf. He is survived by
his children: K. Casey Corwin (Denver, CO.), K. Shaun Corwin (Salt Lake City),
and Tamra L. (Boyd) Hanson (Farmington), his grandchildren, Candice, Cody and
Kelly and his great grandchild, Levi, his sisters Dorothy (Harland) Galbrath
(Ohio), Donna (Bob) Allington (Ogden) his twin sister Connie (Ed) Tuttle (Roy)
and his brother Tom (Ann) Corwin (Ogden). Kent was preceded in death by his
mother and father and brothers Bill and Buddy. Memorial services w ill be held
Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street,
Ogden. Family and friends may call one hour prior to services at Leavitt's
Mortuary. Interment at Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to the Applegate Hospice in Bountiful, Utah. Send
condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Dixon, Stephen Glen
LAYTON - Stephen Glen Dixon, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend
died unexpectedly February 10, 2005 at the age of 37. He was born December 28,
1967 to Ray Dixon and Nannette Humphreys Dixon. He was raised in North Ogden,
graduating from Weber High School in 1986. He attended Weber State and the
University of Utah. He served an LDS Mission to Switzerland. He married Deanna
Dearden on March 9, 1990 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Steve was a die-hard
Ute's fan and loved to attend the games. He was happiest cheering for the red
and white and listening to great rock and roll. He was a successful
businessman and ran Dixon Trophy on Riverdale Road for several years. Steve
loved being a dad. He was totally devoted to his family and loved to spoil his
kids. He had a special name for each one and we know that they will miss
hearing their dad call them by that special name. He is survived by his wife
Deanna and their three beautiful children, Kelly (13), Cynthia (9), and
Christopher (4). He is also survived by his mother, Nanette Dixon, North
Ogden; and brother David (Dennise) Dixon, North Ogden; and many nieces,
nephews, and cousins and in-laws. He was preceded in death by his father, Ray
Dixon. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 2 p.m. at
Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. Friends and family may
call Tuesday from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Lindquist's
Memorial Park at Layton, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. In lieu of flowers please
donate to the Stephen G. Dixon Memorial Fund at any America First Credit
Union. E-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Drummond, Joseph
OGDEN - Joseph Charles Drummond, 85, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2005 at
Aspen Care Center in Ogden. He was born August 23, 1919 in Hannibal, Missouri
to Oral Delford Drummond and Anna Mae Waelder Drummond. He married Mildred
Shotwell in 1941. At age 21 he went to work as a bookkeeper at a dairy
business in Elkhart, IN. At age 22, in 1941, he married Mildred Shotwell. On
January 20, 1942 he joined the United States Army and served as a clerk, he
received an honorable discharge on January 3, 1946. He worked as a switch-box
foreman/yard conductor for 20 years for the Santa Fe Railroad before retiring.
Joseph was an avid reader, he loved books of all types, and enjoyed art work
and painting. Surviving are his wife Mildred of Georgetown, TX; two sons and
two daughters, Joseph of Lake City, FL; Ginger of Georgetown, TX; Jonathan of
Austin, TX; Carolyn of San Antonio, TX; and five grandchildren. Also surviving
are two sisters, Dorothy Freet of Florida; and Sue E nyart of Indiana. A
viewing will be held on Monday, February 14, 2005 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Myers
Mortuary in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd. Family services will be held in Texas
at a later date. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Eames, Oliver Dean
SYRACUSE - Beloved father, brother and grandfather, Oliver Dean Eames (Ollie),
age 56, died peacefully at this home February 10, 2005, after an extended
illness. Ollie was born June 18, 1948 in Logan, Utah to Dean Oliver and Rose
Duke Eames. He graduated from Weber State College. He was married December 8,
1972, to Janine McBride in the Salt Lake Temple. He is survived by his wife,
sons Kim (Laurie) of Syracuse; Brandon (Natalie) of Nashville, Tennessee, and
Brett (Elizabeth) of Syracuse; his brother Doug Eames of Logan; and sisters
Terry Penrod of Ogden and Deanna Wheeler of Roy, and five grandchildren:
Brayden, Karissa, Conner, Andrew and Logan. One of Ollie's greatest joys was
music. He sang with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and other area choirs, and his
voice will be missed. His life was enriched by the love of good friends in
Syracuse and Farmington, and by his family. Funeral services will be held
Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Layt on Mortuary, 1867
No. Fairfield Road. Friends and family may call Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and
Tuesday from 9:45 to 10:45 at the mortuary. Interment, Syracuse City Cemetery.
E-mail condolences to the family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Facer, Mattie R. Earl
Mattie R. Earl Facer OGDEN - Beloved wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and friend returned home to the arms of her Heavenly Father
on Saturday, February 12, 2005. She was born April 17, 1924 in Malad, Idaho,
the daughter of Viola Delila Richards and Charles R. Earl. She married Evan A.
Facer on July 25, 1942 in Woodruff, Idaho. Their marriage was later solemnized
in the Salt Lake Temple on April 27, 1970. Mattie and Evan spent their life
together traveling the world from Texas, California, Bermuda, Washington,
France and then retiring in Ogden. Mattie loved people, she would talk to
anyone and soon they were her friend. She loved music and loved to sing. She
worked at the Defense Depot in Ogden, retiring in 1986. While she was there
she sang with the Depot Aires. Mattie loved to play cards and games. She loved
to go camping. Mother was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. She was a faithful visiting teacher for many years. She loved to be in
roa d shows and she sang in the ward choir. She is survived by her husband,
Evan of Ogden; three daughters and two sons, LaRue (Doug) Wingest, Las Vegas,
NV; Lorraine (Michael) Bowen, Hyde Park, UT; Terry (Kathy) Facer, West Valley,
UT; Larry (Verna) Facer, Ogden, UT; Pam (Mark) Randall, Ogden; Charles Earl
(deceased). She raised one granddaughter, Sherrie (Kenny) Pribble, Las Vegas,
NV and two great-grandsons, Jeffrey (Leslie) Hurst, Ogden, UT and Christopher
Hurst, Ogden, UT, whom she considered as sons. She had 13 grandchildren and 29
great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild due in July. She was preceded
in death by her parents, one brother, Cle Peck and her grandparents, Martha
and Parley Richards who raised her. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday,
February 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Canyon View L.D.S. Chapel, 1000 Suncrest
Drive, Ogden, Utah. Family and friends may call Monday, February 14, 2005 from
6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. in Ogden and one ho ur
prior on Tuesday at the church. Interment, Myers Evergreen Memorial Park, 100
Monroe Blvd., Ogden. The family would like to express their sincere
appreciation to the staff at Crestwood Care Center, Pineview Rehabilitation
Center and all the residents at Harrison Regent for their kindness and loving
care for our mother. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Gardner, Chad Michael Kelso
Chad Michael Kelso Gardner 1973 - 2005 Our beloved husband, father, son,
brother and friend left this earthly existence on Tuesday, February 8th, 2005.
Chad died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Irving, Texas.
Born August 28th, 1973, Chad was never at a loss for energy or for something
to say. He graduated with the class of 1991 from St. Joseph High School in
Ogden, and married Meggan Dupuis on July 7th, 1996. Chad's short span of years
was packed full of vibrant living and infused with passion. All who knew him
appreciated his generosity, compassion, infectious laughter and beautiful
smile. He was devoted to his wife and children, and enjoyed sharing his
interests in cooking, music, movies, and literature with them. Chad was a
talented musician, and loved to play the blues on his saxophone, harmonica and
piano. One of his favorite activities was to dance in the kitchen with Meggan
and the kids. Chad worked tirelessly to ensure the happiness and well-being of
his fam ily, and was employed in various sales and computer-related fields
including his most recent position with Quickcare in Dallas, Texas. Chad is
survived by his wife Meggan; Parents Debbie and B. Greg Gardner and Gary and
Mary Clare Kelso; children Devin, Breanna, Michael, Isaiah, Bailey and Ethan;
brothers and sisters Gina Barberi, Mikelle (Brent) Weil, Kelly (Rob) Kelso,
Kerry (Keith) Hankins, David (Fawn) Kelso, Aaron (Anne) Gardner, Beth (Ryan)
Dickson, Katie, Jake and Nikki Gardner, grandmother, Ferne Kelso, and many
other friends and family members who loved him dearly. In lieu of flowers, a
trust fund has been established in Chad's name for his wife and six children.
Donations are being accepted at any Zion's Bank location. Funeral services
will be held Monday, February 14, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russon Brothers
Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah where friends may call Sunday
evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Monday morning from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m prior
to services. Inter ment - Farmington City Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Jeppson, Boyd H.
OGDEN - Boyd H. Jeppson, beloved husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away Wednesday, February 9, in
Ogden, Utah of causes incident to pneumonia after courageously battling
Alzheimer and Parkinson diseases for several years. He was born March 10, 1919
in Brigham City, Utah to David Fernando and Anna Zelnora Fuller Jeppson. He
grew up in Brigham City, graduated from Box Elder High School and attended
Bakersfield Junior College for one year. He served in the U.S. Navy in San
Diego during World War II. He began his professional career at Box Elder
County Bank and retired as vice president of Commercial Security Bank after 40
years of service. On October 11, 1940, Boyd married his high school
sweetheart, Ilene Carlson, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were blessed with
five children. As a couple, they set an example of mutual devotion, service,
generosity and faith. Boyd served faithfully in many church callings in The
Church of Jesus Ch rist of Latter-day Saints including Stake Young Men's
President, High Counselor, Bishop, and Counselor in a Stake Presidency. He and
Ilene also served in the Ogden Temple for seven years. Boyd spent most of his
life engaged in civic affairs including two terms in the Utah State
Legislature, various positions in the Republican Party, President of the
Kiwanis Club, Knife and Fork Club, and Ogden High PTA; Officer in Utah Bankers
Association, and member of the Lions Club and Sons of Utah Pioneers. He is
survived by his wife of 64 years, Ilene of Ogden; children: Judy (Winslow)
Hurst, of Layton; Doug (Nancy) of Centerville; Linda (Dean) Carver of Fairfax,
VA; Janis (Stephen) Ronnenkamp of Layton; Jeri (Paul) Laird of Ogden; 25
grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, a brother, Keith (Cozette) and a
sister, Ruth Jansen. Boyd was preceded in death by his father, David (1937),
and mother, Anna (1981), four brothers: Lamar, Earl, Glen, and Max; three
sisters: Erma, Pearl, and Alene; and a great -grandson, Carter. Funeral
services will be held Monday, February 14 at 11 a.m. at the Weber Heights
Stake Center, 1401 Country Hills Dr. Family and friends may call at
Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m.
and Monday at the Stake Center 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Interment, Willard City
Cemetery, where Military Honors will be accorded. The family suggests
donations be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. Special Thanks to Manor Care Staff for care given
to Boyd for almost five years. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/11/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Moncada, Dino Albert
Dino Albert Moncada OGDEN - Dino passed away Friday, February 11, 2005 at his
home. He was born in Clovis, New Mexico on December 23, 1965 to Mary Moncada.
He is survived by his two sons, D'Angelo Anthony Moncada, Gino (BooBoo)
Valentino Moncada, one daughter, Caressa Martinez and his girlfriend, Melinda
Martinez. Also surviving is his mother, Mary Moncada Soto; four brothers,
Michael Moncada, James Moncada, Junior Soto, Anthony Melendrez; his two
sisters, Lupe Ledesma, Angelica Navarrete and his grandfather, Valentino
Valdez and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He is preceded
in death by his grandmother, Mrs. Valdez and his grandparents, Mr. And Mrs.
Moncada. Dino loved his children, enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and playing
his play station with his boys. Dino was always the life of the party with his
jokes. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. "I am following
the path God laid for me; lift up your heart and share with me; God wanted me
no w; he set me free." Family and friends may call on Monday, February 14,
2004 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. With a
rosary to begin at 7 p.m. Arrangements under the direction of Aaron's Mortuary
& Crematory, 1600 Washington Blvd. Condolences may be extended to the family
at aarons@relia.net.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Murdo, Ronald Charles
Ronald Charles Murdo, 58, passed away at his residence in Phoenix, AZ, Jan 22,
2005. He was born in Hanna, WY. July 17, 1946 to William Murdo and Martha
McTee. Ron lived and worked in Ogden, UT and moved to Phoenix in 1990. He is
survived by his daughter, Heather, Sacramento, CA; sisters, Carol Hall
(Steve), Ogden, Utah and Mary Kinzie (Kevin), Cleveland, OK. He served in the
Air Force for eight years. He worked as an Aircraft mechanic at Hill AFB and
retired from the VA Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. Ron loved to hunt and fish.
He loved being with people and everyone loved being with Ron. Interment will
be at the VA National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, AZ.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Petersen, William Bill Carl
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, William (Bill) Carl
Petersen, age 65, returned to our Heavenly Father on February 11, 2005 after a
courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his wife and children, who all
adored him. Bill was born Jan. 2, 1940 in Ogden, Utah to Alfred J. and Nina
Beebe Petersen. He graduated from Ogden High School, earned a B.S. at Weber
State College and a Master's degree at BYU. He married Linda Hoffmann, on Jan.
12, 1959. Their marriage was solemnized Mar. 27, 1967 in the Logan LDS Temple.
After his service in the USAF, he and Linda made their home in Riverdale and
Roy, Utah until 1971 when they moved to the Provo-Orem area to attend BYU
where, except for a period in St. George, they lived until moving to Cedar
Hills last fall. His employment included working for Union Pacific RR, HAFB,
and finally the State of Utah as a teacher for the blind. He and Linda were
also the original owners of Granny's Donut Shop in Ore m. Bill's life was one
of devotion and service to God and his family. His church service included
ward and stake callings in both teaching and leadership positions, and at the
Provo Temple. He recently completed an LDS Church service mission. Bill was a
hard worker, honest, kind, and a good example. Though he lost most of his
vision while in the Air Force, though his courage and determination he
accomplished many things, including his education, building several homes with
his sons, running two marathons, backpacking in the High Uintahs with his sons
and grandsons for 25 years, including hiking King's Peak three times, and
golfing with his sons even in heat waves and snow storms. Bill's daughters
always think of him as "Daddy" and he adored them. He was "Pops" to his sons.
They were all best friends. He thought all his grandchildren were perfect. He
taught his children how to work, how to play, how to love. He was a tease; he
was tenderhearted. He loved everyone and everyone loved him. B ill and Linda
were true partners in life for 46 wonderful years full of love and service to
each other. They learned to meet challenges and find enjoyment in everything
they did, including making homes, traveling the world, going to BYU plays, and
just being together. Their lives were centered around their six children: Judi
(Kyle) Rollins, Provo; Bill Jr. (Stephanie), Orem; Mike (Sallie), Logan; Jill
(Vic) Steiner, Sandy; Matt (Angel), Orem; Mark (Heather), Lehi; and their 24
grandchildren. Bill is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren. He is
also survived by brothers Gordon, Leonard (Carla), Ronald (Linda), Dan
(Delores) and Alf (Michelle) Petersen, his step-mother Carol, and eight
brothers and sisters-in-law who loved him as their own: Denny (Joan) Hoffmann,
Mike (Carol) Hoffmann, Shanna (Ron) Bingham, Merrill (JoAnn) Hoffmann, Rick
(Kathy) Hoffmann, Dave (Lynda) Hoffmann, Susan (Jim) Tudor, Marilee Hoffmann,
and over 50 nieces and nephews who lovingly called him Uncle Bill. He was
greeted in heaven by his parents Nina and Alfred Petersen and parents-in-law,
Ken and Vera Hoffmann. The family knows they will be together forever and they
are eternally grateful to those responsible for bringing the Gospel of Jesus
Christ into their lives. Services will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2005,
in the Cedar Hills 10th ward chapel, 9737 N. Chesterfield Dr. (4330 West) in
Cedar Hills, Utah at 11 a.m. Friends may call Monday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at
Sundberg Olpin Mortuary 495 South State Street in Orem, and also one hour
prior to services on Tuesday at the chapel. Interment will be at the Orem City
Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.

Poulsen, Gerald H.
BRIGHAM CITY - Gerald Hyrum Poulsen, 71, passed away on Friday, February 11,
2005 at the Ogden Regional Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on
December 28, 1933 in Bloomington, Idaho, a son of Clarence and Pearl Nelson
Poulsen. He served in the US Army in 1955, where he received an honorable
discharge. Gerald met his sweetheart, Rachael Joyce Cochrane and they were
married on March 30, 1958 in Elko, Nevada. Their marriage was later solemnized
in the Ogden LDS Temple. He was a member of the Brigham City 16th Ward, where
he had served as High Priest Group Leader. Gerald owned and operated HD
Transfer in Ogden and Salt Lake City. He retired after 25 years of work. He is
favorite past time was hunting. His dream came true when he had the
opportunity to go on a safari in Africa with his brothers and friends from
Montana. Surviving are his wife, Rachael, Brigham City; two daughters, Ann
Frigon, Brigham City; Diane (Gary) Gines, Salt Lake City; five grandc hildren
and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers and two
sisters, Glen C. (BJ) Poulsen, Beaver Dam, AZ; Arlin Poulsen, Brigham City;
Duane Poulsen, Bear River City; Dorothy Butler, Willard and Merle Richins,
Brigham City. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Norma.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the
Brigham City 16th LDS Ward Chapel, 140 West 500 South, Brigham City, Utah.
Family will greet friends on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gillies Funeral
Chapel, 634 East 200 South, Brigham City and at the church from 9:30 to 10:30
a.m. Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery. Email condolences to the
family at www.gilliespetersen.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Smith, Richard Melvin
CLINTON - Richard Melvin Smith, 61, passed away Friday, February 11, 2005 at
his home. He was born July 27, 1943 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Collins DeWitt
and Grace Meldrum Smith. He was previously married to Kathryn Schlendorf and
later divorced. He married Crystal Sanders November 20, 1993. Richard was
raised in Kaysville and graduated from Davis High School. He received his
Bachelors and Masters Degrees at BYU, and received his Ed D. in Stillwater,
Oklahoma. He was a professor and enjoyed a private practice as a Marriage and
Family Therapist. Richard served as a pilot with the U.S. Navy, and had flown
with the Civil Air Patrol. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission in Scotland. He was currently
the First Counselor in the Young Men's Presidency. He also taught the Marriage
and Family Relations Sunday School class, and had served as a High Priest
Group Leader, Primary Teacher, and a member of the Bishopri c. Richard had a
great sense of humor, and he enjoyed fixing things. He was an avid pilot and
enjoyed flying. Richard is survived by his wife Crystal, three sons Richard M.
Smith II, Clinton; special nephew Steven Collins (Tara) Smith, Highlands
Ranch, CO; Brent Richard (Jennifer) Smith, Orem, UT; seven daughters Kristyne
(Alan) Stephens, Orem, UT; Tarisse Smith, CA; Jannifer Richards, Prescott, AZ;
Rebecca (Kasey) Self, Issaquah, WA; Estelle Richards, Virginia Beach, VA;
Melissa Gonthier (Garth), Las Vegas, NV; Amanda (Tony) Jensen, Las Vegas, NV;
mother Grace Meldrum Smith, Kaysville, UT; 16 grandchildren. He is also
survived by four brothers Collins (Olivia) Smith, Lakewood, CO; David (Elaine)
Smith, West Point, UT; Alan (Marlane) Smith, Kaysville, UT; and Paul (Denise)
Smith, Afton, WY. He was preceded in death by his father and one infant
brother, John. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 16, 2005 at
11 a.m. at the West Point Lakeside Stake Center, 4000 W. 800 N. F riends may
visit Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 N.
Fairfield Rd, and Wednesday from 9:30 to 10:30 at the church. Interment,
Kaysville City Cemetery. E-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Velasquez, Charles Paul
1930 to 2005 LAYTON - Our beloved father Charles Paul Velasquez passed away
quietly at his home on Friday, February 12, 2005 in the loving arms of his
family. Charles was a veteran of the Korean War and a long time member of the
American Legion. He is survived by his sons David Paul (Cindy) Velasquez,
Layton, UT; Michael Paul (Sheila) Velasquez, Ft. Bragg, NC; three daughters
Belinda Velasquez, Cedar City, UT; Audrey (Tracy) Cummings, Silver Springs,
NV; and Diane Velasquez, Lander, WY. He is also survived by his 3 brothers,
Michael Velasquez, Billy Velasquez and Louie Payan, 5 sisters, Belinda Lopez,
Gene Salaz, Lena Arlofski, Juanita Shick and Katherine Trentman. Charles was
the beloved grandfather of 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. We
will miss you, dad. Memorial service will be held Wednesday, February 16, 2005
at 2 p.m. at Lindquist?s Layton Mortuary, 1867 N. Fairfield Rd. Cremation
under the direction of Lindquist?s Crematory. E-mai l condolences to the
family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Weir, Thelma Mable Child
ROY - Our dear, sweet Mother, Thelma Mable Child Weir, 90, passed away on
February 10, 2005. She was born on September 21, 1914, in Clinton, Utah, the
fourth of nine children born to Abiah Wadsworth and Emma Clydie Olmstead
Child. She lived most of her childhood and adult life in Roy, Utah. She
married our father, John Thomas Weir, on November 9, 1933, in Logan, Utah.
They were sealed for eternity in the Logan Utah Temple on December 27, 1962.
He passed away on June 28, 1961. Mother was a member of the Roy 8th Ward, of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mother was employed in the
Bakery Department of the American Food Store, and Mayfair Market, and retired
as the Bakery Supervisor of Smith's Food King in Roy. She enjoyed her
co-workers and her association with the public very much. She enjoyed
crocheting, making quilts, afghans, and beautiful dolls to share with her
family and friends. She was a master at gardening and loved to care for her
plants and flowers and kept a beautiful yard. Her greatest joy and happiness
came from spending time with her family. Mother's fun personality and sense of
humor endeared her to all. She is survived by one son, Jack (JoAnne) Weir,
Coalville, Utah; one daughter, ReNae (LaMar) Barker, Roy, Utah; son-in-law,
Leon (Marcia) Walling, Ogden, Utah; 14 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren
and 10 great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Fern (Udell) Kearl; three
brothers, Ellis H. (Lorene) Child, Pleasant View, Utah; Norman J. (Louise)
Child, Brigham City, Utah, and Dale G. (Sue) Child, Rupert, Idaho; one
sister-in-law, Janet Child, Burley, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her
husband, parents, one daughter, Shirley W. Walling, one grandson, Larry M.
Seifert, one sister, Neta C. Rees, three brothers, Frederick A. Child, Ralph
W. Child, and Leslie E. Child; two brothers-in-law, Jacob E. Rees, Eugene E.
Anderson; two sisters-in-law, Marguerite P. Child and Vera A. Child. Funeral
services will be held Monday, February 14, 2005 at Noon at Myers Mortuary in
Roy, 5865 South 1900 West. Friends may call on Monday at the mortuary from 10
to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Roy City Cemetery. The family
wishes to express their thanks to Mother's special friends Patty, Vicki, and
Mike of Hospice Alliance for their kindness and loving care. Send condolences
to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/12/2005 - 2/13/2005.

Weston, Etna Margaret Richins
Etna Margaret Richins Weston Etna left the gray mists of Alzheimer's behind
reaching upward for the brightness of eternity on February 10, 2005, in
Bountiful, Utah. Etna was surrounded by her family who cherished her,
especially her devoted husband, Dwayne, who has tenderly and lovingly cared
for her during the eleven long years of her disease. Etna Margaret Richins
Weston was born February 29, 1916 in Henefer, Utah, to Harvey William and
Sarah Margaret Calderwood Richins from whom she received a noble heritage and
faith to sustain her throughout her life. She had four brothers, Roy, Leo,
Delbert and Arthur, and a sister, Verda. Etna graduated from North Summit high
school in 1934 and later attended Stevens-Henager College. She was working at
Remington Arms when she met her sweetheart, Dwayne. Their marriage on
September 14, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois, was later sealed in the Salt Lake
Temple. Etna had three great loves in her life: her love for her sweetheart
Dwayne, her love for her Savior, and her love for her family. Etna took great
joy in her companionship with Dwayne; even in the depths of Alzheimer's she
was able to express her love for him. Etna's love for the Savior was shown
through dedication to her many church callings and service to her family,
friends, and anyone she saw in need. Each day she prayed to know who needed
her help. Etna's love for her family was shown through her many talents of
cooking, sewing, crocheting, embroidery work, and quilting. Most of all, she
expressed her love through thoughtful deeds and through her example - Etna
lived what she believed, a Christ-like life. Etna was preceded in death by her
parents and two brothers, Roy and Leo. She is survived by her husband, Dwayne,
and three daughters, Sue (Mike) Burningham, JoAnn (George) Billings, and
Dianne (Paul) Lerdahl, 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 1
great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 15,
2005, at 11, in the Bountiful Second Ward, 200 East 650 South. Friends and
family may call from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services or on Monday,
February 14, 2005 from 6:00 8:00 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North
Main Street, Bountiful.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 2/13/2005 - 2/14/2005.

Wheeler, Lee McEntire
WEST HAVEN - Lee McEntireWheeler, 86, returned to his Heavenly Father on
Friday, February 11, 2005. He was born June 28, 1918 in Plain City, Utah, a
son of Alonzo and Sarah McEntire Wheeler. On October 23, 1939, Lee married
Evelyn Weaver in Ogden, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt
Lake LDS Temple on March 25, 1954. They were married for 63 years and they had
five children. Lee was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, Roy 7th Ward, where he held many different positions in the church. He
had a great love for the Lord and the Gospel. He spent many days working in
the Ogden LDS Temple and countless hours doing Genealogy work. He attended
various schools in Ogden, Utah and California. A few years after his marriage
to Evelyn they moved to Roy and lived in the same house for more than 50
years. He put a lot of hard work into their home, enlarging it as his family
grew. He had been employed at the Southern Pacific Railr oad, Hill Air Force
Base and McKay-Dee Hospital. During World War II he served in the 96th
Infantry Division and was awarded the Purple Heart. He had many interesting
stories to tell about his war-time experiences and he liked to share them with
whomever would listen. His most gripping tale was his Division's invasion of
Okinawa. He survived 77 days of intense fighting before getting wounded and
evacuated off the island. His family was very important to him and he
especially enjoyed the family get-togethers for birthdays and holidays and
spending time with his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving are his children, Ronald Wheeler, Whittier, CA; Bonnie (Jerry)
Dilley, Riverdale; Nancy (David) Foxley, Lander, WY; Marilyn (Walter) Alder,
Uintah; and daughter-in-law, Leilani Wheeler, Hooper; 13 grandchildren and 16
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn and his son,
F. Lee Wheeler. Lee's family wishes to thank his many wonderful friends f or
the Roy 7th Ward that kept his spirits high despite the heavy burdens he had
to bear the last few years. Special thanks to the caregivers at the Peachtree
Place for their kindness, patience and tender loving care. Also, thanks to the
Hospice workers for the much appreciated assistance they provided and sincere
thanks to the many people who helped with his treatments at the Bonneville
Dialysis Center. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at
Lindquist's Roy Mortuary, 3333 West 5600 South. Friends and family may call at
the mortuary Tuesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Lindquist's Memorial
Gardens of the Wasatch. Email condolences to the family at
lrm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 2/13/2005.