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The deceased person always remains in the custody of your chosen funeral home, not transferred into a strangers hands. The following year, she got a position as a Kindergarten teacher. Marilyn Bergstrom Robinson A very good lady, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 16, 2022, to join her husband, son and many other beloved family members. Vicki grew up with a great love of the outdoors, spending lots of time at the Day Family Cabin, hunting arrowheads, finding the best bottles, and cruising down the best dirt roads. Earlier, she also enjoyed working at the Beaver County School District and later at Lees Dept. She married Raymond E. Bennett on June 11, 1970, in the Manti Temple. His children Shaun (McKell) Enoch, UT, Mekeisia Westwood (Wade) Circleville, UT, Kara Cedar City, UT, Tyson (Christa) Billings, MT, brother Stewart Cedar City, UT, sister Leslie (Robert) Nims Parowan, UT, and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to share tributes online at www.SerenityStG.com. He started his career with the Salt Lake City Police Department as a volunteer and then he was hired on with the University of Utah Police Department. After the mine closed, he worked as an electrician in Farmington, New Mexico, and then began work in 1980, at the Navajo Generating Station near Page, Arizona. He also had a shoe and harness repair business for many years. She was compassionate and always willing to help in any capacity. Devin loved electronics as a hobby. He is survived by : his parents, Richard Joseph Beatty and Shirley Knell Beatty; his wife Kristen Beatty (Webster); his children, Marley Palmer (Spencer), Weston Beatty, Macray Beatty and Kiyena Beatty; his grandsons, Kellan, Fletcher, Heath and Vaughn; and his siblings, Troy Beatty (Marie), Kim Berrett (Ty) and Jodi Mathews (Richard). She served as the Camp Lake Shore Captain from 2012- 2016 and Vice-Captain for over six years. She is survived by her sister, Beverly Forbush, three children: Robert (Sybil) Rosskopf, Jerri (Thomas) Fuhriman, and Jennifer (Mark) Ganowsky, 9 grandchildren: David (Jennifer), Cari (Bill), Kelli (Jason), Derek (Elizabeth), Tyler, Beth, Nicole (Mike), Rose (Enrique), and Jenny, and her 17 great-grandchildren. His battle with various medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing lifes challenges with a smile. Upon being Honorably Discharged, Larry returned to civilian life in the California Bay Area. The appeal said donated money would "go towards any funeral expenses if needed, legal fees, and a memorial fund in honor of Tausha's children." When his dad cut hay, Art would catch the baby field mice and put them in his pockets with the frogs he had just caught. Dennis Dean Evans, age 61, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 4, , surrounded by his family. A life time member of the BPOE and was on the board of Trustees. His extremely witty, self-depreciating dry sense of humor interjected into daily interactions delighted all around him. Davids life was about service. He loved and lived to be outsidewhether fishing with his sons, hunting deer, elk or turkey with his brothers and numerous best friends, or simply taking an evening drive around North Creek with Bonnie to watch the deer come down from the hills and into the farm fields. His first employment was with Goetex/Gearhart. Funeral proceedings were May 9th at 11:00 a.m. at the Southern Utah Mortuary, followed by a graveside. He retired from LDS Social Services in 2002 but not from social work. Darwin was a farmer by trade. Leslies children would like to thank Lee for caring for their mom with such deep love and unwavering devotion, especially during the last few months. They resided in Cedar City and had three children, Stacy (Rick) Coley, Stephanie Bryant and Rusty (Krystal) Bryant. Duane was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many teaching callings in the Sunday School organization, Branch President, Stake Missionary and temple worker in the Vernal and Cedar City temples. Duane was proceeded in death by his beloved eternal companion, Nellie Zuliabell Blackwell, his parents, George and Lucy Blackwell, siblings Rita Robinson, Virgil Blackwell and Joyce Lucius. She grew up in Draper City, Utah and attended Jordan High School. Loving husband, father, papa and great grandpa passed away peacefully October 11, 2022, surrounded by his family. She was a very successful Avon Lady and she also worked as a florist for fifty years. Being the only blue-eyed child (and a boy!) He was devoted to his wife Kari, who calls him the love of her life, and adored supporting and spending time with his grandchildren. Martin Victor Autrey was born December 12, 1931, and passed away on June 1, 2022 in Cedar City of causes incident to old age. Randy grew up and attended schools in Whittier, CA. May you now fly high, Randy. Peter was a Veteran where he proudly served his country in the Korean War as a member of the Utah Army National Guard, 213th Battalion, Southern Utah. Vicki is preceded in death by her parents K and Vyonne Chamberlain. They encouraged her to make a safety plan. His heart broke when she passed away last year. They were married in the St. George Temple on July 14th, 1978. Michael made his wishes to be cremated known and threatened to haunt us if we buried him in UT. A viewing will take place at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary in Murray Utah on Wednesday, January 25th at 10:00 A.M. followed by a graveside service at Murray City Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at mcmillanmortuary.com. This is the type of loss that will continue to occur in families, communities and this nation when protective arms are no longer accessible. Due to the frigid weather, the family requests no flowers be sent. ), international traveler, and loyal friend. After many conversations on the phone they have now been married for 18 years. Connect with your classmates to honor alumni and teachers. Bonnie Milliner was born July 25th, 1941, to William and Bernice Milliner in Coalville, UT. Jose Fancisco Mazun, age 40, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday July 5, 2022 at his home in Cedar City, Utah. Southern Utah Mortuary 190 N 300 W, Cedar City, UT (435)586-4040 Send flowers Obituaries of Southern Utah Mortuary Craig Beatty February 17, 2023 (56 years old) View obituary Brian Ross February 26, 2023 View obituary Farrell S. DeMille February 22, 2023 (84 years old) View obituary Kenneth McKnight February 15, 2023 (83 years old) View obituary Whatever plans Leah had, they changed rapidly when she met Gayle Adams. They will be missed immensely by their family, friends, neighbors, classmates and community." Other survivors include her cousins and great nieces and nephews. A viewing was held on Friday January 6 from 5-7pm at Southern Utah Mortuary in Cedar City. She then moved to St. George 8 years ago to be closer to family. Marty was a kind, thoughtful person and was loved by all who knew him. He later anglicized his name to James Richard. It did not matter what it was: school, sports, or work. Carol loved to serve her family as a homemaker. He was very self-sufficient and independent and very stubborn! Dee Married Sharyn Shumway, whom he met while working on his first job in Arizona. He then continued at BYU and completed a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and Psychology. She graduated from Cedar high school as a proud Redmen in 1974. Harold S. Staton Jr. Of Harolds Place wanted to say goodbye to all his workers, friends and people he so loved in Utah. A viewing was held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:30 am. A viewing will be held prior to services from 9:30 to 10:30a.m also at the chapel. Its safe to say, his favorite spot in the whole world was his mountain property in Horse Valley. She was preceded in death by her eternal companion Norman, parents, sisters- Louise, Ida, and Norda- and grandsons Colby Johnson and Taylor Boardman. He grew up and attended school in Monroe Utah until 1960 when his family moved to Panguitch. She moved with Arnold to San Antonio, Texas, then to Rio Grande Valley, Texas, Big Springs, Texas, Wichita, Kansas, and Lincoln, Nebraska, while he served as a pilot in the United States Airforce. Mom considered this team as her friends. He was able to share that love while working with many missionaries as a Bishop, and giving numerous youth their blessings as a Patriarch. Also making the best peanut brittle around. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara, 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, with one more great-grandchild on the way. Also killed was his wife's mother, 78-year-old Gail Earl. From that point on most of his time was split between California and Brian Head, where as a teenager he spent countless hours camping with his buddy Chip in the mountains near Cedar Breaks. An obituary for a man who police believe murdered his wife and children before killing himself did not mention the massacre. Lylis was born on March 18th, 1941, in Rupert, Idaho to Lyman and Aileen Jensen. Online condolences can be made at www.mortuary.org. "Certainly no one saw this coming.". There will be a graveside service Saturday, October 1st, 2022, at 11 AM at the Parowan City Cemetery, with a lunch to honor Vicki to follow. Paul went to work for his dad at the sawmill in Panguitch on his 16th birthday. Our family loves and appreciates each and every one of you. He was a wonderful Read More, Our loving mother, Margaret Cope Daley, 92, passed away at home on October 31, 2022 in Beaver, Utah. She lived with her brothers and their families and became the favorite Aunt; she made many lifelong friends while in cosmetology school. He completed 35 years of service, achieving the rank of E-9 and retiring as a Sergeant Major in the Army Reserves. He also played football and basketball for Branch Agriculture College, which is now known as Southern Utah University. They made their home in Enoch, where they raised their five children. Bill was born May 20th, 1976, in Monticello, UT to Lewis and Melissa (Whitelaw) Dover. If there was something that needed to be done, mom knew how to do it, and if she didnt, she would learn. He was the best of all of us. He grew and he grew and he grew, and soon he towered over the other children his age. He loved challenges, flying, hiking, biking and swimming. It was love at first sight when he laid eyes on Lynn Webb, the red-headed beauty from Manchester, England. His siblings and spouses Read More, Margaret Henrietta Underhill Stewart, 98, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the home of her daughter in Hemet, California Read More, St George - Neldon A. Frandsen, age 83, was born on August 28, 1939, in Cache County, Utah. DCFS has confidence in our caseworkers that were assigned to this case, and support the actions taken during our investigation. Margaret was known by many namesMargaret, Honey, Mom, Grandma, Sister Reynolds, but the one that fit her best was Mama! Online condolences may be left at www.mortuary.org. In 1989 she found love again, and married A. Glen McHarg, in 1989 a widowed US Navy veteran. Other honors included SUU Alumni Distinguished Service and the Carmen Rose Hepworth Alumni Award. Larry served in the US Army as a mechanic during the Vietnam War. He was the "Designated Examiner" for the Utah State Division of Mental Health and was Chairman of the Peer Review Committee. Carol had previously decided to be generous and help Science in the fight for solving many medical mysteries. Virginia Ginny May Wachuta Groke McHarg. They never stopped flirting, delighting all who watched them. In one instance, Macie told a caseworker that her dad said he ought to beat her head in. Arrangements were under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. With a whirlwind courtship, they were engaged in two weeks and married six months later, on December 28, 1957. Richard had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making others laugh. He kept his sense of humor to the end, and was always interested in how others were doing, and wanted to be sure they were comfortable when visiting him. He married Sherry Lynn Marshal Taylor November 1, 1975, in Minersville, UT. His sisters Vickie (David) Desler and his nieces, Taylor and Madison, of Lakewood, CA and Debbie Boudreau of Long Beach, CA. Online Condolences can be sent to www.mortuary.org. Southern Utah Mortuary Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Florence Rose Guyett Ivins, UT McMillan Mortuary McMillan Mortuary James Ott Age 84 On Super Bowl Sunday, February 12, 2023, James Dale Ott,. When her children were older, she started work at Yellow Front then later worked for several years with J.C. Penny until the store closed in Cedar City. His close friend group referred to themselves as The Dudes, and when they would see each other, even to this day, they would greet each other with a head nod and a low growl. . James served in the US Navy on the USS Dixie Destroyer. Online condolences can be made at www.mortuary.com. Dottie was known locally for her Jimmy Germ presentations throughout the school district. She is survived by her husband, their children, David Allan (Dianna) Robinson, Debra (Steven) Barton, Quinten Ellen (Jessie Scott) Robb, Lori Ann (David) Hulet, and special adopted daughter Julie Molter, fourteen grandchildren and thirty-three great-grandchildren. Interment will take place at the Enoch Cemetery. Leslie is survived by her husband Lee, her sister Benita (Skip) Hickok, her children Kimberly (Chris Carlson) Davis (Brennen, Alex, Sawyer), Beau (Laurie) Davis (Brendan, Cody, PJ, Courtney), Katie (Bob) Dobson (Seth, Garrett), Bradley Davis West (Chandler), Steven (Raschelle) Davis (Blair, Lela, Gabriel, Delana, Samuel), and her step-children Kamas (Shozo) Uchimura (Aisa, Isaac), Kian Kupfer, Shasta Kupfer (Kurstee, Pierce, Bobby), Josh (Emily) Kupfer (Shelby, Lucien, Leah), and 11 great-grandchildren. On April 1, 1954, they were sealed for time and all eternity by her grandfather Luther Harry Snow in the St. George Utah Temple. He worked numerous jobs in the communications and technology industries. Jimmaile is survived by her children, Debbie Morris of Cedar City, Utah, Ron Davis Jr. (Dodie) of San Jose, California and Matt Davis (Leticia) of Tucson, Arizona. Steven Gary Padley passed away at the age of 69 on January 27, 2023 surrounded by his loving family in St. George, Utah. Dee was preceded in death by his siblings, Marilyn Wilcox Angus and Joel Wilcox, his parents William C. and Sophrona Wilcox and his eternal companion Sharyn Shumway Wilcox. (56 years old). The statement released by Michael Haight's family is signed by "the Robin and Brenda Haight family." In 2014 he and his wife Margaret found their new home in Cedar City, Utah. Michael loved to compete whenever the opportunity presented itself. She is also survived by one sister, Ira Lu Stoddard, sister-in-law Colleen Hyer, brothers-in-law Keith Hansen and Dean (Relle) Hansen. She loved her hometown of Paragonah and the people there. She taught herself to play the accordion and encouraged her kids to take music lessons. He attended Read More, David Robert Jackson unexpectedly passed away in his sleep on February 25, 2023, at the age of 50. He always made friends easily and had a lot of them, where some credit could be given to his ability to barbecue some of the tastiest carne asada around. They have loved living in their little piece of heaven where Paul spent a lot of time tinkering in their house and yard over the years. Follow this link to view additional details about David's Services, including any available live streams: https://my.gather.app/remember/david-stolrow. Southern Utah Mortuary - Cedar City Add Photos Add a Memory Jerry Don Rupe Jerry Don Rupe, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, after battling IPF. She had a gift of making everyone feel loved, welcomed, valued and accepted in her classroom. In 1967 they moved to Red Wash, Utah, where they lived for about a year and a half before moving back to Rangely, where they remained until Kens retirement in 1983. The family is extremely grateful to Dr. Rhodes, David Cowley and the wonderful nurses, that came to be friends at the Cedar City Cancer Center. He was in the Army 3 years and the Guard 1 year. She color analyzed many friends, family and neighbors. In 1998 they relocated to Houston, Texas where Gerald was hired as a Prosthetist at the VA Hospital and helped many veterans with lost limbs. He started working construction, and other jobs, while starting his family in Indiana. Glade retired from the Army as an LTC in 1982 with 30 years of honorable service. She made her friends part of our family, and we are all blessed by the many friendships she had through the years. Preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gerry Thornton, and a baby sister. He held many callings in the church, but he loved his 42 years of service as a Scout Master. He took great pride in his work. All Obituaries | McMillan Mortuary | St. George UT funeral home and Kristal Bulloch Jones sadly announces the death of her husband. She rooted for the underdog and always wanted everyone to do their best. Its also rumored that he was spotted on several occasions riding the fin of a whale shark around the bay. She was the 4th of 5 children. His mother, Elane Decena of St. George, Utah and his daughter, Kelly Marie Reed of Reno, Nevada. Gerald was the only child of Altha Elsie Johnson and Wilbur Thomas Blackburn. Online condolences can be sent at www.mortuary.org. Lylis Jensen Blair, age 81 of Kanarraville, Utah died Wednesday, October 12th, 2022, at Valley View Medical Center in Cedar City, Utah after a short illness. Graveside services will be held Monday, June 13, 2022, at the Cedar City Cemetery at 11:00 am, under the direction of Serenity Funeral Home. In 1987 he became an agent for Motor Cargo Freight Lines as the owner of Utah/Arizona Trucklines. Julie Read More, Brad Halladay's passing on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 has been publicly announced by Hughes Mortuary in Saint George, UT. Louise was born to Melvin Parry and Naomi Mackelprang on July 30, 1925, in Cedar City. Marty collected many things, but his innumerable friends were what he loved most. Macie was interviewed on Dec. 13, detailing the allegations of abuse and telling the caseworker she was afraid of her dad. Interment followed in the Milford Cemetery at 2:30pm under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Southern Utah News | KSL.com He then worked on an oil rig, Coca Cola Bottling Company, Cummings Electric, George the Music Man., Century Equipment, Case Equipment as a salesman; he loved these jobs. Located in St. George, UT. In later years, he started his own electrical contracting company and became a member of NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association). Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Moms testimony never wavered. He gets angry and kind of goes crazy, said a then 14-year-old Macie. Darren had many accomplishments, but the one he was most proud of, most dedicated to, was his family. She is survived by four sons Mendis (Debbie) of Overton, Stacey (Terri) of Cedar City, UT, Robert ( Beth) of Logandale, and Keith Charlie (Alisha) of Overton, NV, her sisters, Kay (Gary) Batchelor, Gina (Vaughn) Pulsipher, and Beverly (Gene) Marshall, daughter-in-law Trisha Cooper of Overton, and 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Interment was in the Paragonah Town cemetery, under the direction of the Southern Utah Mortuary. Darren loved and helped so many; sometimes complete strangers. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Kristal Bulloch Jones, 3 sons, Jesse Jensen, Jeff Jones (Amanda), and Parker Jones. She spoke about his behavior scaring her, according to DCFS records. While at BAC she met H. Grant Seaman. Karen was preceded in death by her father Rex. Dee was an avid sports fan and especially loved all things BYU. A viewing was held on Saturday December 3, 2022, at Heartlight Affordable Funeral Home at 2002 N. Main Street, Cedar City, from 11:30am to 12:30pm followed by a graveside service at 1:00 pm at the Cedar City Cemetery. Duane chose the profession of teaching industrial arts; auto mechanics, wood shop and metal shop. And they said it wouldnt last! He graduated in math and chemistry in 1964, bought a brand new 1964 Ford, and then married his sweetheart Sherry, and moved to Cedar City for their honeymoon and began teaching on a one-year contract at Cedar City High School. She has six grandchildren: Brennan Stucker, Zachary Stucker, Jacey Carpenter, Alexis Cutler, Stephen Stucker, and Dylan Stucker. Siblings Shirley White, Janine Manzione, Dean (Marsha) Robinson, and sister-in-law Eleen Robinson. She attended schools in Parowan and after high school graduation attended BAC. She worked many hours with her siblings and parents on their family farm in the fields, garden and kitchen. He married Marilyn Joyce Sorensen June 27, 1953, in Santa Monica, California. After graduation he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in New Zealand. The kind that you cant help but smile when you hear. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 12:00 P.M. at the Enoch West Stake Center/Old Farm Ward (3600 N. Minersville Hwy) in Enoch, Utah. Services were live-streamed and recorded. Online condolence can be sent at www.mortuary.org. He is survived by his wife Bonnie Jean Swindlehurst and children Thomas Burke (Tiffany) Swindlehurst, Kathrynne (Bill) Brewer, Buffy Anne (Chas) Cicala, Kade L (Carlie) Swindlehurst and Jordan J (Kati) Swindlehurst; brothers Richard (Lois), Sherman (Darla), and Kent (Pamela) Swindlehurst; and grandchildren Brylei, Averie, Kenadee, and Luke Brewer; Brielle Cicala; Dixon, Bexlie, and Luxee Swindlehurst; Ethan and Aimlee Swindlehurst.