Obituaries

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William Mark Nielson

William Mark Nielson

Oct 31, 2024

William “Mark” Nielson 

October 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather William “Mark” Nielson, who peacefully left this earthly world surrounded by his family on October 31, 2024 at the age of 70. 

Mark was born on December 17, 1953 in Provo, Utah to Harlan and Beryl Nielson of Lyndell, Utah....

Patricia Aston

Patricia Aston

Oct 28, 2024

Patricia "Patty" Williams Aston, 65, passed away October 28, 2024 in her home surrounded by her family in American Fork, Utah. Patty was born April 10, 1959 in Provo, Utah the daughter of Paul Raymond Williams and Ann Roberts Williams. Patty married Paul S. Aston April 20, 1978 in Highland, Utah.

She loved her family, friends, crafting, decorating, gardening, working in...

Merrill "Sam" Slater

Merrill "Sam" Slater

Oct 26, 2024

Merrill "Sam" Nephi Slater passed away peacefully at his home in American Fork, Utah surrounded by his loved ones on October 26, 2024. He was born on January 6, 1944, to Samuel Alroy Slater and Alice Wright Slater in American Fork, Utah. Weighing only three pounds, he was his mother's miracle baby.

Merrill was married to Linda Chadwick, the love of...

Jennie Calderon

Jennie Calderon

Oct 22, 2024

Jennie Herrera Calderon's journey on this earthly realm came to a peaceful end on October 22, 2024, in American Fork, Utah, surrounded by her family. Born in Cerro, New Mexico, on May 1, 1942, to Alfredo and Faustina Herrera. Jennie was a dedicated mother and a talented cook who graced many restaurant kitchens with her culinary skills. Despite facing illness...

Maria Wright

Maria Wright

Oct 21, 2024

Maria Rosalie Abramo Wright, of Brigham City, passed away on October 21, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1948 in Ogden, Utah, and was the daughter of Giuseppe Abramo and Gerardina Lo Tauro Abramo of Italy. She married Milo Wright on November 26, 1982 in the Provo Utah Temple. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus...

Dolores Christiansen

Dolores Christiansen

Oct 19, 2024

Dolores "Dee" Davis Christiansen, born July 13, 1933 to Paul and Melanie Bacher in Huntington, New York. She passed away at the age of 91 peacefully on October 19th, 2024 in her home, surrounded by her husband and her children.

She is survived by her husband, Don A. Christiansen of 56 years, her brother, Kenneth Bacher, her sister, Heidi Bacher Brown,...

Viola Clements

Viola Clements

Oct 18, 2024

Viola Lowder Clements, age 90, passed away peacefully on her terms on October 18, 2024, in Eagle Mountain, Utah. She was born to Aleen Ellen Sly and Amasa Lowder on August 25, 1934, in Milford. Viola was known for her strong, independent, and caring nature. Throughout her life, she remained a hardworking and dedicated individual, both in her personal endeavors...

Roger Whitby

Roger Whitby

Oct 16, 2024

Roger Merlin Whitby, 85, of Provo, UT, passed away at his home peacefully in his sleep on October 16,2024. He was born on May 5, 1939, in American Fork, UT as the oldest child of five and only son to Merlin and Faye Whitby.

Roger grew up in the close-knit community of Alpine, UT where he developed a strong work-ethic and...

Steve Hall

Steve Hall

Oct 16, 2024

Steven Aaron Hall 1977 ~ 2024

Steven Aaron Hall, age 47, of Provo, passed away on October 16, 2024 from liver failure due to years of battling severe illness. He inspired many. Steve was born on August 26, 1977, to Scott and Linda Hall. He attended Schutz American School in Egypt, the American School In Switzerland (TASIS) and graduated from the...

Lorene Savage Killsnight

Lorene Savage Killsnight

Oct 14, 2024

Lorene Savage Killsnight, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away Oct. 14, 2024 at age 60 after a long battle with cancer. 

Lorene was born Feb. 17, 1964 in Monument Valley, Utah on the Navajo Reservation to Louise Mann and Charlie Savage. As a teenager, Lorene moved to Salt Lake City, becoming a foster daughter to Bob...

Michael McDonald

Michael McDonald

Oct 14, 2024

Michael Scott McDonald, from Traverse Mountain, Lehi, Utah, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of October 14, 2024. For two years he fought a rare neurological condition called MSA (Multiple Systems Atrophy of the Cerebellum). He is preceded in death by his mother Shirley Jeannine (Hatch) McDonald and Henry Armstrong McDonald. Scott was born in Van Nuys,...

Jared Tornow

Jared Tornow

Oct 12, 2024

Jared Anthony Tornow was born on January 17, 1975 in Anaheim, California. He passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2024 in Huntville, Utah. He was the third son of Scott and Shonnie Tornow. 

Jared was a great athlete, playing soccer and football in high school for Los Alamitos High School. He played soccer for Utah Valley University when it was UVCC. 

He...

Claudia Hanks

Claudia Hanks

Oct 8, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Claudia Biggs Hanks, who left this Earth on October 8, 2024, in Provo, Utah. Born on October 7, 1934, in Richmond, Utah, Claudia was a beloved daughter to her mother Hilda Biggs and a devoted mother to her son Tim Hanks and daughter Susan (Hanks) Richardson.

Claudia dedicated her life to her...

Justin Douglas Bingham

Justin Douglas Bingham

Oct 5, 2024

Justin Douglas Bingham was called back to the presence of our Heavenly Father on October 5, 2024. And though his departure was abrupt and unexpected, the legendary life he lived leaves behind a legacy that can never be taken. Justin was born on October 8, 1983 to Douglas and Jolene Bingham. He married the love of his life, Lindsay Adams,...

Robert Berrett

Robert Berrett

Oct 4, 2024

F. ROBERT (BOB, COACH) BERRETT

Bob was born to Floyd Berrett and Lucille Orr Berrett on December 27, 1944 in Ogden, Utah - the oldest of 5 children. Bob passed away holding the hand of Maryanne, his wife of 56 years, surrounded by family, on October 4, 2024 in American Fork, Utah.

Bob is survived by his wife Maryanne; his sons-Russell (Kristine),...

Mikehael Jones

Mikehael Jones

Oct 2, 2024

Mikehael (Mike, “PA”) Jerry Jones 

12/30/1971-10/2/2024

Parents: Jerry Jones & LaCinda Adams

Siblings: Justin Jones, Stephanie Matsamas, & Jerramie Jones

Children: Jerramiah Innes, Joshua Jones, BreeAnna Akers, & Alyssa Rytting. Including his 11 grandchildren

Mike was dedicated to his children with every moment and every fiber of his being. He enjoyed and was proud of his employment with Village Inn and Swire Coca-Cola, where he...

Jay Kofoed

Jay Kofoed

Oct 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jay Andrew Kofoed. Jay returned home to our Heavenly Father at the age of 72 on October 1, 2024, with his children by his side. He raised his three wonderful children in Taylorsville, Utah. He loved sports and was an avid University of Utah fan. Those that knew him, knew that he...

Jeffry Larson

Jeffry Larson

Sep 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Jeffry Hale Larson, who left this world on September 30, 2024, at the age of 75. Jeff, a proud father of four and a dedicated professor at Brigham Young University, touched the lives of many through his work in Family and Marriage Therapy. His humor and warmth...

Stephanie Kae Graf Shaw

Stephanie Kae Graf Shaw

Sep 30, 2024

Stephanie Kae Graf Shaw, 45, of Highland, Utah passed away suddenly September 30, 2024 in American Fork. Born December 16, 1978 in Murray, Utah the daughter of John Andrew Graf and Judy Ann Higgins Graf.

 She married John William “Bill” Shaw March 24, 1997 in Sandy, Utah and they were blessed with 4 children. 

Stephanie loved skydiving, cooking, baking sewing, dancing, cycling,...

David Mitchell

David Mitchell

Sep 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Gourley Mitchell, a beloved father, and esteemed project manager who departed from this world on September 30, 2024, at his home in Lindon, UT. Born on November 8, 1947, in Provo, UT, David leaves behind a legacy of dedication, hard work, and unwavering love.  After graduating from high...

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