Olinda Hoehne

 

Olinda Leigh Hoehne Reynolds, a woman of deep humility, kindness, and devotion to God, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, December 22, 2023 at age 76, with her three children at her bedside. Olinda was born in Long Beach, California on May 23, 1947 to Herbert Fred and Irene Hall Hoehne.

They moved to Bountiful, Utah in 1950 where she was raised. From an early age, she sought after all things beautiful and creative. She showed great skill and natural talent in her artwork as a child. Her teachers would often comment how well she did, and one said: "You should become an artist!" And so, she did. She was the Student Body Artist at Bountiful High School and received the Visual Arts Sterling Scholar Award her senior year in 1965.

She attended Utah State University (1965-69) with an art scholarship where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Upon graduation, she worked as an artist doing freelance work and teaching art in public schools. Olinda served in the Northern German Mission from 1970-71 for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A few years later, church friends in Germany introduced her to a man from New York named John Reynolds, who was a recent convert to the church, and was living in Germany. They wrote letters and corresponded over phone for six months before John flew to Utah to meet her. After only a few days, he proposed, and they were later married in June 1977 in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived for eight years in Germany, where their two daughters were born. In 1985, they moved to Bountiful, Utah to raise their children near her family. In 1990, their son was born.

Olinda had many talents and interests. She remained fluent in German throughout her life and used it often in family history/genealogical research. Music touched her heart, and it would bring her to tears. She played the piano, harmonica, and ukelele. She also enjoyed singing in choirs, including the Mormon Youth Chorus. She did ballet and tap dance in her youth. Later in life, she joined a tap-dancing group called the "Dancing Grannies". Olinda was known for her beautiful yard with flowers, vegetable garden and a variety of fruit trees. She taught her children how to value and care for the earth through planting, weeding, pruning, and canning.

Olinda had an incredible gift for art. She received many awards for her talent and skill. She taught art classes to a variety of age groups over the years. She was commissioned to do portraits, still-life and nature scenes. She worked for Interpretive Graphics doing scenic byway signs in places such as Bryce Canyon, Goblin Valley, Dead Horse Point, Lake Powell, Jackson Hole, and other locations across the US. She also did historical and religious paintings, including work for the LDS Church. Her artwork can be seen at the Sacred Grove, Martin's Cove, the St. George Temple, and Ensign Peak to name a few.
She diligently magnified all of her church callings, and also served with John as leadership support missionaries in Beattyville, Kentucky from 2013-14. She valued every opportunity to share her testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel restored to a living prophet in our day.

She was humble, unassuming, and without guile in all that she did. She never sought attention or recognition, despite her many talents and gifts. Her service to others was the most common way she showed her love for family and friends. For example, she was John's caretaker for five years in their home until his death in 2018 from ALS. She was a loving wife, never failing him.

Prior to her passing from the late stages of Lewy body dementia, she lived in her daughter Alaina's home for 18 months, surrounded by loving grandchildren. Five weeks prior to her passing, she moved to Copper Creek Senior Living Center when she required more assistance. We thank their nursing staff and Ovation Care & Hospice who served her during that time. They often commented on how pleasant she was to be around, and that even her resting face was a beautiful smile.

Olinda is survived by her three children: Alaina (Jacob) Fjeldsted, Kathryn Reynolds, and Justin (Ashlee) Reynolds; her siblings: Lucille (Frank) Mohlman, David (Debbie) Hoehne, and Curtis (Joanne) Hoehne; and her eight precious grandchildren: Miriam, Soren, Bryn, Harley, Anders, Dax, Demi, and Brody. She is preceded in death by Herb and Irene Hoehne (parents), Bonita Hoehne (sister), and her beloved husband John. We believe he greeted our angel mother when she exited this life, and we rejoice that they are reunited. Despite our sorrow in losing her for a season, we find lasting joy and peace knowing that we will all be together again as an eternal family.

We invite you join us in the celebration of her life with funeral services at 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Saturday, December 30 at the Val Verda 2nd Ward Building, located at 3317 South 800 West in Bountiful, Utah, where viewings will be held Friday evening, December 29 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday morning, December 30 from 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM prior to services. Interment will be held at the Bountiful City Cemetery.  Services will be streamed live on Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page.

Ron Newbould

Ronald Paul Newbould was born in Pocatello, Idaho on May 6, 1947, the second of three children to Ray E. and Norma Swallow Newbould.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his son Jim.  He is survived by his son Rob (Nancy), daughter Emily, brother Dan (Barbara) Newbould, sister Cindy (Bruce) Davey, and four grandchildren Jordan, Noah, Stone and Isabella.  

Ron attended schools in Davis County, Utah and graduated from Bountiful High School, where he excelled in track.  He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Southwest Britain.  He attended the University of Utah, and Weber State College, where he received a BS degree in business. He enjoyed camping, fishing, all kinds of music, and was a loyal fan of the Utah Utes and Utah Jazz. 

Ron was married to Yvonne Rasmussen for 24 years.  They resided and raised their three children in Centerville, Utah. Their marriage ended in divorce.

During his lifetime, Ron was employed by Utah Paper Box, Alta Industries (Steelco), and Davis School District.  He suffered numerous health issues and spent the final few years of his life in assisted living. Ron’s family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff of Dixie Home Rehabilitation and Hospice for the loving care and service they provided.

Ron passed away in St George, Utah on November 14, 2023. A private celebration of life will be held at a future date.

Paul Nelson

Paul Arbuckle Nelson passed away peacefully on October 14, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was born in Salt Lake City on April 10, 1947 to LaVance Page Nelson and Norma Arbuckle Nelson.

Paul grew up in Bountiful, Utah.  He attended Bountiful High School.  After serving a full time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Texas, he married Jolene Tingey and together had four children, Derek, Angela, Amy and Spencer. They later divorced.

He married Reta Carolynn Nelson in November 1990 and were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in November 1992.  He became a loving father to Carolynn’s four children, David, Lorra, Dennece and Michael.

Paul enjoyed many things in his life including camping, family gatherings, helping others, and woodworking.  He worked the majority of his life in the field of finish carpentry with his son Derek and made his name known as a master finish carpenter.

He is survived by his children; Derek (Tara) Nelson, Angela (Russell) Porter, Amy (Dave) Morris, Spencer (Emily) Nelson; step-children; Lorra (Henry) Becker, Dennece (Leo Rivera) Sawaya, and Michael (Tracy) Penman, his sister Sue (Ty) Kiisel and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents, LaVance and Norma; his wife, Carolynn; three sisters, Carolyn, Diane, and Janet; stepson, David and many other loved ones. 

The family would like to thank the staff at Rocky Mountain Care Facility in Clearfield, Utah especially Kenzie and Hahn for their tender and thoughtful care during our Dad’s stay there.  He loved the staff and all of his friends there.  Your loving care will not be forgotten.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 North Fairfield Road, Layton, Utah. Friends may visit with family Wednesday October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday October 19, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the mortuary.

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Colleen Burns

 

Colleen Burns Stokes, sweetheart, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away August 31st, 2023, in Provo, Utah at the age of 76. She was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Alan Cooper Burns and De Lone Nielsen Bennett Burns. She was the only girl in a family of five and expressed lovingly that her brothers teased her a lot. She attended Stoker Elementary and South Davis Junior High schools in Bountiful, Utah. Colleen graduated from Bountiful High School in 1965.

Following graduation, she enrolled in the Weber State college of Nursing located in Ogden, Utah. She graduated in 1967 with an associate degree in nursing.

She met Brent Darrell Stokes in August 1966. They were married for eternity in the Salt Lake City, Utah Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on September 21, 1967. Together they had six children. Her family experienced many challenges, but was also the source of her greatest joy.

Colleen provided compassion and medical support to many individuals in her professional career as a registered nurse. She worked as an RN either part-time or full-time, for 33 years.

Colleen was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints her entire life. She was called to a variety of positions, but she particularly enjoyed her service as a Young Women’s Instructor, a Ward Librarian, and a Ministering Sister.

Activities that brought relaxation and enjoyment to Colleen included: caring for and playing with cats, collecting plushy stuffed animals, visiting Disneyland and collecting anything Disney, reading, gardening, attending plays, and annual wedding anniversary vacations in Park City, Utah.

During the last few years of life, Colleen was confined to her bed. She truly appreciated the visits of family and friends and also looked forward to talking, laughing, and watching a movie each night with her husband.

Colleen is survived by her husband, Brent; children: Bruce Stokes, DeAnn (Ray) Angilau, Roger Stokes, Cheryl Smith, and Heather (Archie Ronald) Crozier III; 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Colleen was preceded in death by her parents, brother Robert Burns, and son Blaine Stokes.

Colleens final celebration/service will be held on Thursday September 14th at 11:00 AM MDT in the Orem Utah Park 4th Ward chapel, 114 South 400 West, Orem, Utah 84058. Viewings will be held on Wednesday, September 13 from 7:00 until 8:30PM and Thursday September 14 from 9:30-10:30AM MDT. Both viewings will be located in the Park 4th Ward meeting house. Interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery located at 1520 North 800 East Orem, Utah 84097

There will be a webcast of the service starting at 11:00 am on Thursday September 14, 2023. Just go to https://www.walkersanderson.com/ and click on Colleen's obituary page.

Darlyne Hayes

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sweet mother, grandmother, nana, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.  Darlyne passed away on August 21, 2023 with her family by her side.  She was born in Bountiful on February 17, 1947 to Darwin S. and Beth Hayes.  She had three siblings:  Brent, Terry, and Pam.

Darlyne grew up in Bountiful where she attended Bountiful Elementary, Bountiful Junior High, and Bountiful High School.  She lived in Davis County her whole life and had very fond memories of that!  Darlyne married Robert S. Lawson on April 30, 1964.  They enjoyed wonderful memories together—including spending time at Wally’s Burger Bar, Pace’s Dairy Ann, Bountiful Drive-In, and the swimming pool at Lagoon!

Together, they had three beautiful sons: Troy, Arrin, and Baric.  All Darlyne ever wanted was to be a mom and grandma!  She loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with them the most!

Darlyne had a very contagious laugh and a fun sense of humor that endeared everyone to her and made you feel so comfortable when you were around her.  She loved flowers, gardening, reading, crocheting, Legos, decorating her house for Christmas, and playing games.

She was a member of the “Red Hat Society” for over 30 years and enjoyed the deep associations and treasured memories with Karla R., Karla S., Carrie, Sherri, and Pam.

Darlyne loved and appreciated all the dear friends in her life, especially those that helped take such good care of her during the last several months.  She loved life and always had a positive attitude—regardless of her circumstances.

She is survived by her children:  Troy, Arrin (Sharisse), and Baric (Andy); her grandchildren: Chris, Josh, Justin, Devin, Alyssa, Dalton, Shalee, Megan, Dustin, Ryder, and Sophie; and 10 (plus one on the way) great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister, Pam; sister-in-law, Laurie; mother-in-law, Betty Lou; sisters-in law, Katy and Denny; and brother-in-law, Chuck.

Darlyne was preceded in death by her husband of almost 58 years, Robin; her parents, Darwin and Beth; brothers: Brent and Terry; father-in-law, Robert S. Lawson; sister-in-law, Lisa Goode; brothers-in-law: Denny Edwards and Norman Bennett; and niece, Marcy Hayes.

The family would like to thank Tracie Morrison for her friendship and loving care after Robin’s passing, the Relief Society for their loving service, as well as Lyla for the loving care and comfort she provided for Darlyne these last few months.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 2 PM. at Lindquist Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. in Bountiful.  A viewing will be held prior to the services from 12:30 to 1:30 PM.  Interment will be in the Lakeview Cemetery in Bountiful, UT.

Steve Gertsch

Steven Carl Gertsch, born on July 26, 1947, to Theresia Bertram and Benjamin Carl Gertsch, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Steve lived a remarkable life filled with love, joy, and service to others.

Steve's family was everything to him, and he spent much of his free time with them in the great outdoors, camping, hiking, fishing, and archery hunting. He passed down his passion to his children and grandchildren, instilling in them a love of nature and a respect for its beauty and majesty.

As a public-school educator for 46 years in the Weber and Ogden School Districts, Steve shared his passion for teaching young people. He spent many years teaching 3rd, 4th, and 6th graders, and he was especially fond of teaching Utah history and science. Steve had a kind and creative way of making learning fun. One of his most memorable teaching tools was his 12-foot Burmese python, Monty, who he kept in his classroom for 30 years. Steve and Monty helped generations of children overcome their fears and inspired a lifelong love of learning.

Steve was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and he humbly and diligently served in many capacities throughout his life, including as a scoutmaster, Elders Quorum president, High Priest Group Leader, Stake High Council, Bishop, counselor in the Stake Presidency, and as an Ogden Temple worker. His cheerful, unwavering, often quiet, behind-the-scenes service to others was a reflection of his deep love for his fellow man and his unwavering faith in God.

Steve is survived by the love of his life and eternal companion, Kaylana, and his six children, Melani (Kirk) Jones, Steven F (Cortnee) Gertsch, Tiffiny (Shawn) Thompson, Jake (Chelsie) Gertsch, Kami (Jim) Blodnick, Amber Gertsch, and 18 grandchildren. He will be greatly missed, but his memory will be cherished by all who had the good fortune to know him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, hard work, and dedication to family, the gospel of Jesus Christ, and community. Though he carried himself with unassuming humility, his influence was immense, and the lives he touched are immeasurable.

Funeral service will be Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 1 pm at Farr West 1st Ward building, 1800 N. 1800 W. Farr West.  A viewing will be Friday, May 5, 2023, 6 to 8 pm at Myers Mortuary. 845 Washington Blvd. Ogden, Utah.

Steve’s service will be recorded and added after services to his obituary on www.myers-mortuary.com, and will remain on the Myers obituary page indefinitely.

Robin Porter

   

May 20, 1947 - April 18, 2023

Roseville, CA - Robin Kerry Porter 1947 ~ 2023 passed away April 18, 2023, from heart failure in his sleep at Kaiser Permanente Hospital, Roseville, CA. Born in Bountiful, UT to Lyman Karl and Beulah Bernice Porter, May 20, 1947. Rob, as he preferred to be called, graduated from Bountiful High School and attended the University of Utah. He married Kristi A. Roberts in the Salt Lake LDS Temple September 13, 1968. Rob and Kristi moved to San Jose, CA, where they raised seven children. 

Rob was well-known for being the "life of the party" and was associated with much smiling and laughter as he was a gifted storyteller. On Saturdays, he was found religiously detailing his cars, which were regarded as the cleanest and shiniest in the neighborhood. Rob was a talented handyman "who could fix anything" according to his wife. Rob was a beloved father, grandfather and friend. He served in several leadership capacities for the LDS Church including bishopric, High Council, Young Men's President, seminary teacher, and High Priests Group Leader for the Morgan Hill Stake and Bernal Ward in San Jose, CA. In all of these callings, Rob served diligently with love and kindness. He was a gentle and forgiving father and was wise in business, car and personal advice being a gifted and curious listener. One of Rob's mottos for life advice: "You can be right, or you can be happy." Near the twilight of his life, he experienced the tragedy of losing his wife (Kristi) and his son (Robert) to a fatal car accident in Szentendre, Hungary. In April 2008, Rob married Constance L. Adams in the Laie LDS Temple.

Rob is survived by his second wife, Connie Adams Porter; six children, Melissa (Michael) Pyefinch, Ryan (Stephanie), Michelle, Amy (Allen) Wilson, Andrew (Tara), and Christopher (Maciel); sixteen grandchildren, Shawn, Melanie, Annie, Kalea, Melia, Kloey, Sally, Lilly, Porter, Kristi, Jack, Charlie, Elle, Cleo, Emma and Robert; his brother, Lynn Porter, Bountiful, UT. Preceded in death by his father, Lyman Karl Porter, his mother, Beulah Bernice Peterson Porter, his wife of 37 years, Kristi Ann Roberts Porter, his son, Robert Shaun Porter, his grandson, Dale Andrew Pyefinch, and his granddaughter, Lucy Robin Porter.

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Eva Jean Lewis

   

Eva Jean Lewis Meenderink, 76, of Lava Hot Springs, ID and Wickenburg, AZ passed away on April 14, 2023. She passed away peacefully in her home in Wickenburg, AZ with loved ones by her side.

Eva Jean is survived by her husband, Gerriet Meenderink, her sister Lynette Lewis, her daughters: Michelle Wood and Stephanie Lindsey (Brynt), stepson, Greg Meenderink and her grandkids who were the center of her world.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Millie Lewis, brother, Russell Lewis and sisters; LeeAnn Lewis Altman and Guyla Lewis Johnson.

Eva Jean was born to James and Millicent Lewis in Roosevelt, Utah on December 10, 1946. She attended Bountiful High School and Weber State College where she studied elementary education.

She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where she served in many capacities throughout her life including the Relief Society and the Young Women’s organization. However, her happy place was serving in the Primary where she was known as “Sister Friendly.”

EJ, as she was known, was incredibly kind and loving with a fantastic sense of humor. She had an amazing smile and contagious laugh. EJ loved big! In addition to her biological family, she had an enormous extended “adopted” family and was known by many as Mom, Grandma Jean, Grandma EJ or Aunt EJ. She had way of making everyone feel special and opened her home and her heart to so many.

The impact of Eva Jean’s life is immeasurable and though her physical absence leaves a giant hole in our hearts and in our lives, we know that she is at peace and continues on with us. We are forever grateful for the amazing person she was and the legacy of love she leaves behind for all of us.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday April 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Myers Mortuary, 5865 S 1900 W, Roy, UT.

There will be a viewing on Friday April 28, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, and prior to the service Saturday April 29, 2023 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM.

Clyde Nelson

Clyde Martel Nelson, born on May 15, 1947, in Salt Lake City, passed away on February 20, 2023. Clyde was the son of Quentin and Beryl Nelson and lived in Bountiful, Park City, Salt Lake City, Sandy, and West Jordan.

He was a patriot and served in the United States Air Force Reserves during the Vietnam War. A skilled carpet layer, carpenter, painter, electrician, plumber, and all-around handy-man, there was little he could not fix.

Clyde was descended from a long line of entrepreneurs, from age five to his late 20s he worked for several family businesses including the most notable of these businesses, Educated Carpet and Drapery in Bountiful.

He was a lifetime Ute fan and took pride in working at the University of Utah as a High Temperature Water Operator before retiring in 2013.

A lifetime performer, he was blessed with a beautiful speaking and singing voice and sang in several choirs growing up. When living in Park City, during the 1980s, he acted in several plays at the Egyptian Theatre, his most famous role being that of Billy Flynn in the musical "Chicago".  A lover of classical music, he was a Sunday night classical music DJ for KPCW for several years as well.

Clyde instilled the value of hard work and doing a job right the first time to his family and all those that worked with him and for him. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his sisters Michelle, Debra, Christine, Sandie, brothers Reid, Shawn, two children Lori, Isacc, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 6, 2023, at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful, Utah with a viewing from 9:00-9:45 AM prior to the services. Interment will be at the Brigham City Cemetery at 12:30 PM following the service.

Services will be streamed live on the Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and on this obituary page.  The live stream will begin about 10-15 minutes prior to the service and will be posted.

Randy Johnson

Randy Johnson was born May 1, 1947, in Logan, Utah, to Joseph and Yvonne Johnson. He passed away on Jan. 24, 2023, in St. George, Utah, after a three-month battle with a Glioblastoma brain tumor.

Randy graduated from Bountiful High School in 1965 and University of Utah in 1969. In 1972 he and his brother Dave drove to Alaska to work construction on the Trans-Alaska pipeline as a heavy equipment operator. He worked at sites from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, Alaska. In 1975 he and his brother Dave bought seven acres with a cabin on Big Lake, Alaska, where he resided for several years.

In 1987 he moved to Columbia, South Dakota, to live with his father. In 2011 he relocated with his father to St. George to be near his siblings.  He loved to restore vintage Mini Coopers and GMC motorhomes.  He visited England, Australia and New Zealand every chance he got.

Randy is preceded in death by his parents and nephew Michael McLachlan. He loved and enjoyed spending time with his siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins. He is survived by his sister Gayle (Mike) McLachlan of St. George; brother, David (Linda) Johnson of San Tan, Arizona; sister Nancy (Randy) Molitor of St. George; three nephews; two nieces; and many wonderful cousins.

The family is very thankful for the wonderful care provided to Randy by Zions Way Home Healthcare & Hospice. There will be a celebration of life with family and close friends at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care of Metcalf Mortuary, (435) 673-4221. Visit the Metcalf Mortuary website for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.  https://www.metcalfmortuary.com/obituary/randall-johnson

Greg Rueckert

Gregory Allan Rueckert was born July 20, 1947 to Sheldon L. and Norma Winegar Rueckert.  He passed away Nov. 30, 2022 in Salt Lake City, UT.  

Greg married Mellie Grimm Duke on July 2, 1991 in Reno, NV.  Mellie passed away May 22, 2020.  He lived in West Bountiful, Woods Cross, and Ogden, Utah.  Greg is survived by two brothers: Garry and Gale.  

Mel Jewett

Melvin (Mel) Guy Jewett, our beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother and uncle passed away peacefully on Monday September 5, 2022, at the age of 75, in Bountiful, UT. 

He was born in Concord, NH on December 29, 1946 to parents Kenneth Harold Jewett and Bessie Harmon. 

Melvin married his sweetheart, Toni Ann Smith, on November 14, 1980.  They were blessed to share many years together.

Melvin served in the Army for five years 11 months and 22 days. 

Melvin is preceded in death by Kenneth (Father), Bessie (Mother), Rich (Stepfather), Maxine (Mother-in-Law), and Anthony (Father-in-Law).

Melvin is survived by his wife Toni Ann, Kenneth (Son) and wife Valerie, Nicole (daughter) and husband Don, and eight beautiful grandchildren, Megan, Molly, Aubrey, Macey, Rebecca, Colby, Gaven and Hailey.

Pallbearers are: Kenneth Jewett (Son), Don Jordan (Son-in-Law), Gerald Webecke (Friend), Todd Hunter (Cousin), Michael Hunter (Cousin), Colby Jewett (Grandson), Gaven Jordan (Grandson)

Honorary Pallbearers are: Harold Jewett (Brother), James Jewett (Nephew), John Spellman (Cousin)

The family of Melvin would like to express gratitude to the nurses and doctors at Lakeview Hospital for the care given to him for his time spent there.  We are blessed to have had such an amazing staff that watched over him on our behalf.  We thank you with all our hearts.

A viewing will be held Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, from 9:45 Am - 10:45AM. 
We will proceed to Bountiful City Cemetery for Graveside services to follow at 11:00 AM.  

Services will be streamed live on Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and here.>  https://www.russonmortuary.com/obituaries/melvin-mel-jewett

Carla Payne

 

Carla Payne Forbush was just a fun-loving, adventure-seeking, lady who grew up in Bountiful, Utah. She passed away with all of her family around her on April 21, 2022, at the young age of 75. Her departure was just in time for her to make her spiritual appearance on her water skis for boating season. 

Carla is survived by her husband Don, her four children Kristen, Camela (Brian), Michelle (Chad), and Rob (Margot), her stepson Nate and her beloved grandchildren Taylor, Sierra, Kannon, Drew, Cailie, Brett, and Josh. She is also survived by her father T. Jay and her siblings Cheryl, Gary, and Shelley (Mark). In addition to her immediate family, Carla leaves behind an incredible extended family and many, many friends. She was preceded in death by her mother Elaine, her brother Rod, and her many dogs. We are confident they are joyfully reconnecting now. 

If you knew Carla, you knew that you were loved and there is a good chance she told you that. She always showed up and she truly believed the more the merrier. During her time here, she found a way into everyone’s hearts. 

She taught health and P.E. at Butler Middle School for most of her career, after retirement she volunteered for the Red Cross and at the Jordan River Temple keeping her resume full of activities. Carla loved her husband, kids, grandkids, her siblings, her many friends, her pets, her Heavenly Father, waterskiing, traveling and new adventures, butter, popcorn, a good 80s workout video, a peanut buster parfait, NCIS, and nature shows. Carla hated to be cold, dirty windows, having a dry mouth, and the word snot. That’s it. She was content with most everything else. We are not positive, but we think the cause of death was either a stroke or more likely a heavenly adventure she forgot to tell us about. Carla, Carly, Mom, Grandmom we’ve always loved you and miss you already.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the LDS ward building located at 10303 South 2700 West, South Jordan, Utah. A memorial service will be held the following day, Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 11:00 am with a viewing at 10:00 am at the same location. We encourage everyone to attend this last big get-together for the most fun woman on earth. In lieu of flowers feel free to donate to the humane society or the American Red Cross in Carla’s name. 

Kathie Goff

 

Kathie Goff Gomez was born on January 13, 1947, to Steve and Faye Goff. She passed away on April 14, 2022 at University of Utah hospital in Salt Lake City due to complications from cancer.

She married her husband and love of her life, Ascension Gomez, in 1978. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Ascension, in 2005, grandparents Elizabeth and Gordon Pace, her father Steve Durant Goff, her mother Faye Pace Shackelford, and her nephew Andrew Goff.

As a child she was a tap dancer, ballet dancer, played the piano, and had the most beautiful singing voice. She also loved to ice skate. In the wintertime, her parents would transform the backyard into an ice-skating rink, and you couldn’t keep her off the ice. When she was 14, she worked at her grandparents’ restaurant: the Dairy Queen. After it was sold, her grandparents started the restaurant Paces Dairy Anne. Kathie worked there until she was 19. She later went on to become a waitress where she was loved by all that she would come into contact with.

Kathie loved to be outside, loved the mountains, and loved working outside in her yard with flowers in her garden. She loved animals more than anyone you could ever meet. Her favorites were her kitties and she would help any animal she would come across that needed help. You would often find her picking up snails to tell them they had the cutest little faces. She would feed all the hornets and bees with cat food. You would never meet anyone that had a bigger heart and the kindest soul. She always was very giving to everyone she knew including the animal world. 

Kathie was one of the strongest people you would ever meet. She was the oldest of 5 children and always wanted to take care of her siblings. All the way to the end, she worried for the wellbeing of her family. She would ride her bike all over town up until about 15 years ago when the pain in her back became overwhelming and it became harder for her to do much of anything. Kathie was loved by all who knew her. Kathie’s favorite times were with her family and friends. She was adored by her nieces and nephews and treated them like her children. She is survived by one brother, Larrie Goff, and her nine sisters: Sharon, Darlene, Melanie, Tammy, Karla, Heidi, Nicole, and Valorie.  Kathie will be greatly missed by all who knew her and by her fur baby family.

According to Russon Brothers Mortuary, no services are planned at this time.

John Campbell

 

Donald John Campbell, Jr., age 75, passed  away April 8, 2022, from causes incident  to age. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 5, 1947, third son of Don J. and Marr Riley Campbell.

John grew up in Bountiful, Utah just east of the old tabernacle, on land that had once been his great grandfather’s farm. He attended Stoker School, Bountiful Junior High and then Bountiful High, graduating with the Class of ’65. One of the highlights of his life was serving as BHS Student Body President during the ’64-’65 school year.

After high school, John was called to the Mexican Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he spent thirty months teaching, proselyting, learning Spanish, and experiencing life outside of the United States. Upon returning home, he attended the University of Utah where he earned a B.A. in History with a Spanish minor as well as a Reserve Officer commission through ROTC. Later, at the age of 40, he enrolled in the Executive MBA Program at Brigham Young University and received a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.

While at the University of Utah, John met and married Robin Anderson from Salt Lake’s East Millcreek area. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple October 6, 1970 and grew up together, sharing 45 happy years. John and Robin loved having a family and enjoyed raising their four wonderful children, Kristin, Chad, Craig and Katie. In 2005, Robin was diagnosed with cancer and spent the next ten years bravely fighting for her life. She passed away November 30, 2015.

After Robin’s death, John was blessed to find a second warm and caring companion, someone to share his final years. While working as a volunteer at Welfare Square, he met Xiomara Rincon of Maracaibo, Venezuela. They were married by their Bishop on August 6, 2016 and, one year later, were sealed together in the Bountiful Temple. John and Xiomara (Xiomy) enjoyed close to six years together as husband and wife.

John wished to thank friends and family for their love and support throughout his life: “Thanks for being my friends.”

Funeral services will be held Saturday April 16 at 11am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 990 Chapel Dr, Bountiful, UT. (across the street from Viewmont High School), where a viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:30-10:45 am. There will also be a viewing the night before at Russon Mortuary, 295 N Main St, Bountiful, UT. from 6-8pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Huntsman Cancer Institute in John’s name.  

Services will be streamed live on Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and this obituary page.  Streaming here > Obituaries | Russon Brothers Mortuary & Crematory (russonmortuary.com) or here, if you have a Facebook account, Russon Brothers Mortuary | Facebook.

Gary Miller

 

Gary Fred Miller beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep while suffering with Alzheimer’s. He quickly declined after a fall that broke his hip. Three days later he passed in the early morning of Friday, September 3, 2021, in his home surrounded by his loving wife and eight children. He will be deeply missed by so many that he touched with his love, generosity, and example.

Gary centered his life on nurturing his family and extending Christ-like service to others. He and his sweetheart, Farrelyn, were lovingly devoted to raising their eight children and took great care to ensure they were taught and nurtured in the gospel of Jesus Christ. No person was more important to him than his beloved, Farrelyn. To those who knew them, their love and devotion was evident and an inspiration to all.

Born in Salt Lake City, UT in April 17, 1947 to Glen and Vivian Miller, he was the fourth oldest of eight children. He grew up in Bountiful, UT and enjoyed playing baseball and football for Bountiful High School and played for the football state championship his senior year. Following high school, Gary valiantly served in the Uruguay/Paraguay mission from 1966-1968. He attended college at Utah State, BYU, and U of U where he majored in Business Management. In 1971, while having knee surgery from a football injury, he couldn’t resist his beautiful nurse with the long, black hair. Within 6 months they were married and sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple on Aug. 6, 1971.

In 1975 they moved to California after the birth of their third child. Gary began working in the floral industry at Venco Nursery in Oxnard. Not knowing the difference between a fern and a chrysanthemum when he began, he quickly learned the business he loved so much and became the owner five years later, renaming it Milgro Nursery. He soon became one of the largest potted plant growers in the country, expanding the business to other locations including Santa Barbara, CA, Nipomo, CA, Moorpark, CA along with another greenhouse operation in Newcastle, UT. He was well known, loved, and respected within the floral industry. He passed down this great legacy to his children.

Gary was deeply committed to service in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was called to be bishop of the newly formed Camarillo 5th Ward and served there for six years with a special love for all the members, especially the youth. In 1995 he was called by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland to be the stake president of the Camarillo, California Stake and faithfully served for nine years. His dedication and love for the members of the stake was very evident through their love and respect for him. Following a move to St. George Utah he was called to serve as the mission president of the Texas, McAllen Mission. He diligently served from 2007-2010. President and Sister Miller influenced the lives of over 450 missionaries they have a great love for.

When Gary wasn’t with his family, out in the greenhouses, or at a church building, he could be found practicing or at a sporting event for one of his children, flying in his plane, visiting with a family, or out on the golf course. He loved traveling with his wife and family and the Hawaiian Islands were a second home to him. To Gary, heaven would look something like the third hole on the Mauna Kea golf course.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Farrelyn; eight children: Scott Miller (Christy), Michelle Boley (Scot), Melissa Muncy (Mike), Bradley Miller (Ariel), Cherilyn Smith (Ben), MaryAnn Stokes (Ryan), Tamara Roberts (Jay), and Michael Miller (Aubrey); along with his 31 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 10, 2021, at 11:00 AM, with a visitation prior from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, at the Snow Canyon 11th Ward Chapel, 1625 Lava Flow Drive, St. George, Utah. Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery, 1950 Ancestor Way, Santa Clara, Utah.

Services will be available to watch on Zoom. https://zoom.us/j/99735908198

Barbara Eldredge

 

October 23, 1947 – August 13, 2021

Barbara Ilene Eldredge Bennett, age 73, passed away on August 13, 2021 at her home after a long 18 month battle with cancer and bone marrow disorder.  The family would like to thank the team from Quality Home Health and Hospice for their care, kindness and compassion while caring for Barbara.

Barbara was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend.  She very much loved her family and friends.  Barbara enjoyed traveling with friends, going to the movies, musical theatre and crocheting. One of Barbara’s biggest joys in life was animals, especially dogs.   She always had a constant canine companion(s) at her side.

Barbara worked at Tooele Army Depot before retiring.  She later went on to work for Wells Fargo Bank where she retired from there as well.

Barbara is survived by sons David L. Bailey (Cindy Nelson), William Pat Bennett (Tamara Damerell), Michael F. Bennett (Lonnie Bennett) Joseph V. Bennett (Sherry Bennett), daughter Penny A. Bennett, 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, best friend Karen Strickland and her faithful canine companion Lola.

Graveside services will be held for family and close friends at Elysian Burial Gardens on Tuesday August 24, 2021 at 12 noon, 1075 East College Street (4580 South), Salt Lake City, Utah.   Friends may visit family from 10:00 – 11:00 am at Lindquist’s Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. prior to graveside services.

You are invited to attend a reception immediately following the services at 6980 South Village River (Clubhouse)  Midvale, Utah.

Barbara requested donations to in lieu of flowers to be made to the animal rescue group Utah Animal Advocacy Foundation (U.A.A.F)  that rescued her beloved Lola.  Donations can be made at www.uaaf.org/donate or can mailed to U.A.A.F P. O. Box 651097 SLC, UT 84165-1097. 

Curtis Ingleby

Curtis W. Ingleby - December 2, 1946~July 17, 2021

Curtis W. Ingleby (74), beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, and brother passed away on July 17, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Curtis was born in Salt Lake City on December 2, 1946 to James C. Ingleby & Elizabeth R. Wegener.

Curtis was a man who was well respected, easy to love and fun to be around. He was very quick witted, you could always tell when he was about to say something that would make you laugh, sometimes to the point of tears, when you'd see the twinkle in his eyes and a mischievous grin cross his face. He was also quick to reach out a hand when one was needed. Curtis carried wisdom beyond even the 74 years that he lived on this earth, and he shared that wisdom, offering it as one of many ways to show how much he cared for those around him.

Curtis loved playing all types of sports throughout his life. In his youth, his passion was baseball. He was even offered an opportunity to play baseball with the Atlanta Braves. This expanded to include playing and coaching softball as an adult as well as playing racquetball and golf. He was a die-hard fan of the BYU Cougars, the Utah Jazz and the San Francisco 49ers, and loved all other Utah teams. Curtis was very fond of muscle cars and loved racing when he was in his youth. As an adult, he loved his Cobra Mustang so much that he had to part with it due to the number of tickets involving that fast car.

Curtis honorably served in the US Army, he loved his country and was very proud to show his patriotism.

He was employed by EIMCO/OVIVO for most of his professional career. He was loyal to the company and its employees and found happiness in helping others to succeed. He wore many hats throughout his career and genuinely loved being an Operations Manager for the Systems Group, the position he eventually retired from on March 30, 2012. He was an advocate for his customers and was very diligent about solving their complex and unique problems. He established long and lasting working relationships with his colleagues, customers and vendors, and many of these individuals became lifelong friends whom he loved and spoke highly of even after he retired.

Curtis dearly loved his wife and soul-mate Christine. She brought joy, happiness and passion to his life. He adored and cherished her throughout their marriage and was forever grateful for the care she continued to provide to him in his later years. Curtis loved spending time with his family and friends. Quality time together was very meaningful and important to him. He was thrilled to meet his first great-grandson, Oliver, just 2 months prior to his passing and those moments of the two of them together will be forever engrained in our hearts.

Curtis is survived by his wife Christine L. (Fischer), daughter Stefanie (Jason), granddaughters Lexi and Tori (Billy), great-grandson Oliver, sister Lorreen (Dave), sister Diane (Larry), sister Christine (Mark), and numerous nieces and nephews. Curtis is preceded in death by his parents James & Elizabeth and his older brother Jim.

A private Celebration of Life will be held in his honor.

Published by Deseret News from Sep. 9 to Sep. 11, 2021.

Linda Sue Whyte

Linda Sue White lost her fight against dementia on June 17, 2021.  She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends.

Linda was born June 30, 1947 in SLC, to David and Jetta B. Whyte.  As a young child, Linda liked to learn, which led her to teaching.  She loved inspiring young kids to learn.  Linda taught 2nd grade in Granite School District for 13 years.  She then found a passion for teaching Kindergarten which she taught in Davis School District for 19 years.

Linda always loved finding little lessons in life and passing them on to whoever would listen.  Married Terry E. White on Aug 1, 1975 and together raised 3 daughters.  Linda was a fun, free spirit who loved to travel.  Whether the vacation was planned months ahead or a spur of the moment road trip.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband Terry E. White, her parents David & Jetta Whyte and her brother Dan E. Whyte.  She is survived by her daughters Darcy (Dave) Adamson, Jana White, and Kori White.  Her sisters Bonnie Whyte and Jacklyn Gailey and her brothers Terry (Merrilee) Whyte and David (Karen) Whyte.  Grandchildren Kaden, Rylan, and Jacee Adamson, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held Thursday, June 24th at Russon Mortuary in Bountiful from 6-8 p.m.  On Friday, June 25th there will be a short viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11:00 a.m. at the church at 585 E. Center Street.  She will be buried at Memorial Estates Lakeview Cemetery.

We would like to send our appreciation and gratitude to all who took care of Linda at Encompass Hospice.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Utah Humane Society because Linda wanted to help all animals.

Ron Thomas

Desmond Ronald Thomas, 74, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at his home in Perry, UT. He was born on February 8, 1947 in Salt Lake City, UT, a son of Desmond Olsen and Betty Simonson Thomas.

He was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War and served valiantly from 1970 to 1972.

Desmond married the love of his life, Leslie Nielson, in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple on May 15, 1969, to this union they were blessed with 9 wonderful children.

He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and had the privilege of serving in the Auckland North New Zealand mission from 1965 to 1968. He served faithfully as Elder's Quorum President and numerous other callings. His favorite of all was co-primary teacher with his wife.

Desmond was an amazing autobody repairman and owned his own business wherever he lived. If he didn't know how to do something, he would learn and became a jack of all trades. He was an entrepreneur and enjoyed building and remodeling homes. He was the inventor of the EZ Frame Clamp, used in autobody repair work.

He had a love of the temple and being outdoors. Anyone that was around him felt his humble love. He had an infectious smile and a deep devotion to his family, whom he enjoyed spending time with.

Desmond is survived by his dear sweet wife, children: Annoni (Randy) Larson, Celes Thomas, Darnelle Earl, Tambi (Nathan) Tueller, Aaron (Brandi) Thomas, Joseph (Shanae) Thomas, Amuri Balls, Inacamille (Trent) Bateman, Jefferey (Anahi) Thomas; 32 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Janit Lee Bott, sister; Edsel Joseph Nielson, father-in-law; Patricia Murphy Nielson, mother-in-law; Brett Earl, son-in-law; Susan Nielson, sister-in-law.

The family would like to extended their gratitude to Karl Wall and Collette Anderson with CNS, the Bott family, Bott Monument, and to all those who have shown their love and support.

The Viewing will be Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 9:30 to 10:30 at Myers Mortuary, 205 S 100 E Brigham City, followed by a close family graveside service.

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

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Published by Myers Mortuary from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2021.

Elaine Wrigley

Elaine Wrigley Hawkins, 73, beloved mom, grandma, sister and friend, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Bountiful, Utah at their home where they have lived for 41 years.

As the second youngest of seven children, Elaine was born August 6, 1947 in Burley, Idaho to Bernell Wrigley and Eva Stanger. Elaine married her college sweetheart and lifelong companion, Wally Hawkins on August 6, 1969 in the Salt Lake Temple. Both Elaine and Wally graduated from BYU, where Wally played football and Elaine was a Cougarette. They settled in the Bountiful, Utah area where they began their careers and their family.

Elaine was an elementary teacher, teaching at Hannah Holbrook (2nd grade), Washington (5th grade), Boulton (5th Grade), Farmington (reading specialist), and Adelaide (reading specialist). She taught for 30 years. Throughout the years, she earned the equivalent of her master’s degree. She served her church in many capacities, including relief society president and primary president.

Elaine enjoyed any music with a good beat, seeing the changing fall colors, trips to California, sunshine and the ocean, movies, shopping, trying new restaurants and hotels, and being with her children.

Elaine’s family was indeed her most treasured gift. She is survived by her loving husband, Wally, her four children, Chad (Susan), Tyler (Jodi), Derrick (Melissa), Heidi, and ten grandchildren, as well as four sisters and one brother. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Bernell and Eva Wrigley, and her brother, Marvin.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, where a visitation will be held from 12:30 – 1:45 p.m. prior to services. Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery, 2224 South 200 West, Bountiful.

Colleen Ruoti

 

Elaine Colleen Ruoti Nelson age 74 passed away peacefully at her home in Bountiful, Utah on May 23, 2021.

Colleen was born March 7, 1947, in Wendell, Idaho to Clyde Ernest Ruoti and Linda Elaine Briggs. She later moved to Utah where she had a career in the healthcare field as a claims representative.

She had a bright, energetic, free-spirited personality and was known for her big heart. She loved cooking, camping, arts and crafts, spending time with her family and friends as well as her love for being a member of the LDS church. She touched many lives with her generosity and will be greatly missed.

Colleen is survived by her husband Randy Nelson of 29 years, three children, Stephanie Mattucci, Amie Walker (James), Mark Dumas and 5 grandchildren along with numerous others.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, May 28, 2021, at Bountiful City Cemetery, 2224 S. 200 W. Friends may visit family Thursday May 27, 2021, from 6-8 pm and Friday from 9:30-10:30 am at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E.