Descendants of William Hascall of Fontmell Magna (1490-1542)

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57253. Albert Henry Gasser

The Daily Herald
May 23, 1966

Payson - Albert Henry Gasser, 66, Payson, died Sunday at his home of natural causes.

He was born Aug 20, 1899, in Payson, a son of Paul and Akvira Haskell Gasser. On June 25, 1919 he married Hazel Gardner in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple.

He was a retired miner and also served as custodian of the Payson High School. He was also a mink rancher.

Survivors include his widow, Pason; sons, Ralph A. Gasser, American Fork; Keneth G. gasser, Payson; daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Leona Fern) Adams, Pleasant Grove; Mrs. Clair (Rhea Ann) Darling, Spanish Fork; 23 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Wayne and Arthur Gasser, both of Payson; sisters Mrs. Arthur (Thelma) Twede, Salt Lake City; Mrs. George (Erma) McGuire, N.J.


57256. Leonard Paul Gasser

The Daily Herald
February 12, 1960

Payson - Leonard Paul Gasser, 54, died at Payson City Hospital Thursday following a lingering illness.

Mr. Gasser was born Feb. 22, 1905, in Payso,, and was the son of Paul and Elvira Haskell Gasser. He married Wilma Eliza Spencer in Provo on Sept. 15, 1929.

He held the position of Elder in the LDS Church. He received his education in Payspn City Schools. He was an avid sportsman and a fishing and hunting enthusiast and a carpenter by trade.

He is survived by his wife of Payson; one son, Don P. Gasser of Payson; two daughters, Mrs. Myrna Jean Butler, Spanish Fork, and Mrs. Alta Eileen Bowen, Redding, Calif.; three brothers, Albert Gasser, Wayne Gasser and Arthur Gasser, all of Payson; two sisters, Mrs. Thelma Tweede, Salt Lake city, and Mrs. Emma McGuire, New Jersey; step-father, John D. McHraw, Payson, four step-brothers, Clifford (Chick) DeGraw, Spanish Fork, David DeGraw, Payson, Harold DeGraw, Mapleton; two step-sisters, Mrs. Carol Wilson, Payson, Mrs. P. E. (Lola) Curtis, Orem; 11 grandchildren.


57259. Wilma May Elmer

The Daily Herald
November 17, 1989

Wilma May Elmer Wride, 89, of Payson, died Thursday, Nov. 16, 1989, at her home, of natural causes.

She was born July 25, 1900, in Payson, a daughhter of Hyrum King abd Cynthia May Haskell Elmer. She married Francis G. (Frank) Wride, June 7, 1922, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

She was educated in Payson schools, graduating from Payson High School.

She was an active member of The Church og Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, living in the Payson 14th Ward. She served as Relief Society president, on the stake Relief Society board. She was a teacher in Primary and M.I.A. She served as a temple worker at the Provo Temple for 10 1/2 yearsShe served as a missionary with her husband in the Southern States Mission.

She is survived by her husband, Payson; two sons and four daughters, Neldon F. Wride, Provo; Lynn T. Wride, West Mountain; Wanda Nielsen, Edmonds, Wash.; Afton Sheffield, Sunnyvale, calif.; Mrs. Dowell (Elaine) Schramm, Payson; Mrs. M. Wayne (Margene) Snow, Provo; 27 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; a brother and two sisters, Merlyn Elmer; Edna Gerber, both of Spanish Fork; stella Faye Caras, Benjamin.


57261. Edna Pearl Elmer

The Salt Lake Tribune (UT)
January 11, 2003

The family of Edna Pearl Elmer Gerber wishes to announce a rejoicing and celebration of her life. She died Thursday, January 9, 2003 in Orem, Utah of natural causes.

Edna was born to Hyrum King Elmer and Cynthia May Haskell on June 6, 1904 in Payson,

Utah. She is the third child of seven that were born in Grandma Haskell's home.

Edna's love of school was manifest in her sharp mind and quick intellect, especially when it came to playing games, working crossword puzzles, and putting jigsaw puzzles together. She always had a love of music and sang in many choruses throughout her life. Edna, along with her friends, would attend dances on Saturday nights, and it was at one of these dances that she met her future husband, Hugh Jacob Gerber. They fell in love and were married Sept. 19, 1923 in the Salt Lake City Temple.

Edna and Hugh had five children, four sons and a daughter: Elmer (LaRue), Wayne, deceased, (Donna), Marvin (Alene), Sterling (Laurel), Joyce (Bob) Frederickson; 76 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Hugh, and her son, Wayne.

Edna was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many leadership positions in the church. She has spent her life serving her family with great love and compassion.


Zelma Fay Elmer

The Daily Herald
December 27, 1987

Magna - Zelma Elmer, 83, died Friday, Dec. 25, 1987, in a West Valley care center of causes incident to age.

She was born April 2, 1904 in Payson to John H. and Lydia Spencer Elmer. She married Robert E. Hales, June 27, 1923. He died June 24, 1956. She married Clarence LeRoy Elmer, Jan. 10, 1964. He died Dec. 23, 1976.

She served an LDS Mission in Georgia, 1961-63. She taught all church auxiliaries. She served as a counselor and president in the Relief Society. She was a singer and a temple worker.

Survivors include three children: Mrs. John (Bernice) Evans, Magna; Lynn Hales, Pleasanton, Calif.; Mrs. Dalre (Carma) Evans, Cedar City; 15 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Dean Elmer, Payson; Mrs, Maxine Black, Orem.


57263. Rex Earl Elmer

The Daily Herald
February 15, 1979

Payson - Funeral services for Rex E. Elmer, 65, who died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 1979 in the Payson Hospital, ...

He was born July 7, 1913 in Payson to Hyrum K. and Cynthia Haskell Elmer. He married Wilma Haycock Nov. 27, 1935 in Payson. The marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple.

Ge was a member of the LDS Church. He received his education in Payson schools and had been empl;oyed by the Pacific States Cast Iron Company.

Survivors include his wife; one son and two daughters, George Rex Elmer, Murray; Mrs. Larry (Kay) Darton, Sandy; Mrs. Kendell (Maye) Ewell, Genola; 14 grandchildren; one brother and three sisters, Mrs. Frank (Wilma) Wride, Mrs. Hugh (Edna) Gerber, Mrs. Ernest (Estella Faye) Caress and Merl Lynn Elmer, all of Payson.


Della Warner

Daily Herald
April 19, 2006

Della Warner Elmer Henrie died April 14, 2006 from a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Della was born July 21, 1921 in Mapleton, Utah to John Fox Warner, Jr. and Ardell Perry.

She married Merl Lynn Elmer on June 8, 1938 in the Salt Lake Temple. They were married for 52 years when he preceded her in death on November 2, 1990. She married Wallace "Dick" Henrie on October 4, 1997. He preceded her in death on September 25, 2002.

Della was educated in Spanish Fork Schools. She was a member of the LDS church and had held many positions throughout her life. She worked in the Nebo School District school lunch program for many years.

Della was an accomplished seamstress. She also enjoyed gardening, singing, camping with her family, and spending winters in St. George with family and friends. During the last few years of her life, she especially enjoyed going for rides to see the flowers and birds.

She is survived by her children: Marilyn (Abe) Turner of Spanish Fork; Joan (Steve) Kennedy of Layton, Utah; Elaine (Dean) Teasdale of Syracuse, Utah; Laurel (Russell) Dodge of St. George, Utah; and Kevin (Chris) Elmer of Provo, Utah; 21 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two step-children from her marriage to Dick Henrie: David (Linda) Henrie of Spanish Fork, Utah; and Diane (Doug) Whitney of Springville, Utah; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters: Betty Peters and Ruth Petrucci; brothers: Leo Warner and Ron Warner; special sister-in-law: Myrl Warner; and brother-in-law: Bill Nevers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, brothers, Perry and Ray, and sisters, Leora and Orlean.


57269. Albert Haskell

U.S., World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946
Name: Albert Haskell
Birth Year: 1917
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: Utah
State of Residence: Utah
County or City: Carbon
Enlistment Date: 7 Jan 1944
Enlistment State: Utah
Enlistment City:     Fort Douglas
Branch:     No branch assignment
Grade: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source:     Civil Life
Education: 1 year of high school
Civil Occupation: Semiskilled chauffeurs and drivers, bus, taxi, truck, and tractor
Marital status: Married
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Utah, Military Records, 1861-1970
Name: lbert Haskell
Birth Date: 16 Feb 1917
Birth Place: Payson, Utah
Father:James J Haskell
Age: 27
Military Service Year: 1944


Ernest Caras

Daily Herald
November 8, 2005

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, Earnest Caras, better known to his friends and family as Earnie Caras of Benjamin, Utah, died on Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, of Pneumonia. He joined his beautiful lady, Estella Faye Haskell Caras today in a grand reunion of love and happiness forever and ever.

Earnest was preceded in death by his mother and father, Mary Sorensen and Angel Caras, a brother Franklin A. Caras, and a sister Sofia Caras Buckmiller.

He is survived by 4 children: Gerald A. Caras of Payson; Terry Earnest Caras of Craig, Colorado; Colleen Caras Hatfield of Springville; and Angela Caras Medlyn of Ely, Nevada. 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was sheep man of the year and he loved fast pitch softball. He was the catcher and Merril Beckstrom was his pitcher. The two of them made a great pair. He was in the Benjamin riding club for many years, enjoyed calf roping and rode in many parades. He had a cutting horse that he spent many enjoyable times riding and competing with. He loved all horses and being able to take care of them. He loved to fish, but really didn't catch any.

He appreciated and loved people, especially loved his family and friends. We know he will be greatly missed by all.


57273. Ethel La Vieve Elmer

The Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
November 28, 1966

SANDY - Funeral services for Ethel LaVieve Elmer Ekins, 55, Sandy, a former Provo resident who died Saturday in a Salt Lake rest home after a long illness will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Sandy Third LDS Ward Chapel with Bishop Sherman Larsen officiating.

She was born April 29, 1911 in Payson, the daughter of Albert Earl and Lara Haskell Elmer. She married Dean Spencer Ekins, June 19, 1929 in Payson.

She received her education in the Payson schools. An active member of the LDS Church, she worked in the Relief Society and Primary.

Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Lawrence F. (LaDean) Jensen and Mrs. Emmit Glade (Carma) Cannon, both of Draper; seven grandchildren; three brothers and two sisters, Max Elmer of Springville; Willis Elmer, Orem; Owen Elmer, Payson; Mrs. Clarence (Allene) Christensen of Payson, and Mrs. Max (Fern) Ostler of Roy.


Dean Spencer Ekins

The Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
June 12, 1974:

SANDY - Dean Spencer Ekins, 63, of Sandy, former resident of Provo, died Tuesday in the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. He had been hurt years ago in an industrial accident and had been an invalid since then.

He was born December 11, 1910 in Provo to J. Ernest and Estella McMullin Ekins. He married LaVeive Elmer on June 19, 1929 in Provo. She died in 1966.

He was a graduate of Provo High School and was a partner and superintendent of U.S. Rock Wool Company of Sandy until his accident. He was a member of the LDS Church.

Survivors include two daughter, Mrs. Larry (LaDean) Jensen and Mrs. Glade (Carma) Cannon, both of Draper; nine grandchildren; two brothers and one sister, Grant Ekins, Provo, Leland "Lee" Ekins, Arcadia, California, and Mrs. Paul (Virginia) Elledge, Twin Falls, Idaho.


Grace Myers

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
February 6, 2006

Beloved mother and grandmother, Grace Myers Elmer, age 89, passed away quietly on Friday, February 3, 2006, of causes incident to age.

She was born December 29, 1916, in Panguitch, Utah , the fourth of nine daughters born to Richard J. and Jennie Wilcock Myers. She moved to Spring Lake.

She married Max Albert Elmer, October 30, 1933, in Payson, Utah. He preceded her in death, November 3, 1986. They made their home in Payson; and, later lived in Springville, until they retired and then moved to St. George.

She worked as a seamstress for Zions Upholstery, and she and Max owned and operated their own business. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. They loved their summer home in Woodland. She enjoyed taking special care of her yard.

Grace was happiest when taking care of, and feeding family and friends. She was talented with handwork, making many crocheted afghans and dolls. She was always very active.

She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She received her endowments in the St. George Temple.

Survivors include three daughters: Bonnie Singleton, Orem; Merlene (John) Chasel, Park City; Vonda (Rex) Bouchard, South Weber; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 28 great-great-grandchildren; four sisters: Beth Lyman, Spring Lake; Dawn Butterfield, Merla Bullock, Jesse Hartvigsen, all of Provo. She was preceded in death by two sons, Richard and Dan Elmer; sons-in-law, Ray Singleton and Elwood "Mose" Johnson; three grandsons: Mike O'Brien, David and Richard Bouchard; four sisters: Ulala Butler, Dean Peery, Della Bliss and Rita Gaily.


Roswell Parry

Salt Lake Telegram
February 11, 1942

Cedar City - Roswell Parry, 26, of Pioche, Nev. died in a local hospital early Tuesday of complications following a major operation.

Born in Payson on January 11, 1916, he was a son of David and Dora Drollinger Parry. He married Fern Elmer at Payson on January 5, 1934. He lived with his parents on the Roosevelt Indian reservation until 9 years of age, and had resided in Pioche and Walkermine, Cal., for a number of years.

He is survived by his widow; two sons, Ross and Dennis Parry of Pioche; his father of Provo; two brothers, Allan Parry of Lakeshore, and Floyd Parry of St. George, and a sister, Mrs. Eva Christopher of Patson


Max B. Ostler

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
November 28, 2005

Max Ostler died November 26, 2005, in Richfield, Utah. He was born February 3, 1919, in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Samuel T. and Rosalia Boyack Ostler. He married Fern Elmer on December 7, 1946, in Payson, Utah, and their marriage was later solemnized in the Provo L.D.S. Temple.

He was an active member of the L.D.S. Church and has served in many positions, including High Priest's Group leadership and genealogy research. Max enjoyed doing temple work.

The family lived in various locations in Utah in connection with Max's career with the Bureau of Reclamation. They lived in Payson, the Duchesne Tunnel in the Uintah Mountains near Kamas, Roy, and Provo. Max spent the last year of his life with his daughter in Richfield.

Max served in World War II with the Utah National Guard, Battery C, 222nd Field Artillery. He was employed for 36 years with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and worked on developing water for the Weber Basin and Central Utah Projects.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Fern; three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by children: Ross Parry (Marilyn), of South Ogden; Dennis Parry (Linda), South Ogden; Don Ostler (Kathy), Bountiful; Maxine Hiss (Kevin), Richfield; and brothers and sisters: Dean Ostler (Adele), Renton, Washington; Ray Ostler (Gloria), Orem; Clyde Ostler, Spanish Fork; Bill Ostler (Wanda), of Bountiful; and Rosa Lee Boschee, Orem. Max and Fern had 17 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.


Iona Talbot

The Salt Lake Tribune
January 7, 2008

Iona Talbot Larsen passed away in Grass Valley, California of natural causes on January 3, 2003.

She was born on February 15, 1920 in Panguitch, Utah to Olive Pearl and John Marion Talbot.

Iona is survived by two daughters, Joanne (Noel) Carter of Nevada City, California and Pamela (Garold) Ferguson of Klamath Falls Oregon; two brothers, Woodrow F. (Clarice) and Marion (Norma) Talbot; one sister Sara (Stan) Bean and several grandchildren.

Iona will be remembered for her beauty and loving spirit.

Preceded in death by her husband Neal and her daughter Carol.


57277. Owen Maurice Elmer

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
September 15, 2005

On September 12, 2005, Owen Maurice Elmer of Payson, died peacefully in the home he was born and also married in.

He was born in Payson, Utah on May 11, 1920 to Albert Earl and Laura Latieca Elmer.

He married his sweetheart, Louise Slaymaker, on February 25, 1939. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple.

Owen was a veteran of World War II. He worked for Payson City as a Street Supervisor for 21 years. He loved camping, fishing and spending time with his family. He was known for his love of music and playing the guita

He is survived by: his wife of 66 years; his children, Dora Lee Carter (Merrill); Connie Dean Ellsworth (Randy); Lynette Record (Scott); Scott Elmer (Robyn); a son-in-law, Tom Stewart; 25 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Stewart, and a granddaughter, Aubrey Lee Taylor.


Louise Slaymaker

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
March 30, 2007

On March 28, 2007, Louise Slaymaker Elmer of Payson died peacefully at home, surrounded by her children.

She was born in Gunnison, Utah on Feb. 8, 1921 to Milton Slaymaker and Elouise Cheshire. She married her sweetheart of 68 years Owen Elmer on Feb. 25, 1939. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple.

Louise was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She was loved by everyone who knew her. She loved spending time with her family, camping and traveling with her husband. Louise had a love for life and made everyone feel welcome in their home.

She is survived by her children: Dora Lee Carter (Merrill); Connie Dean Ellsworth (Randy); Lynette Record (Scott); Scott Elmer (Robyn); 25 grandchildren, 61 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Owen Elmer and her daughter Karen Stewart, and a granddaughter, Aubrey Lee Taylor.


57284. Afton R. Haskell

Afton R. Haskell
Reported by Ivan Haskell, Member #160

Afton R Haskell, age 88 of Payson, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, October 1, 2012, after a long, happy life. He was born Sept. 3, 1924 to LeRoy and Charlotta Carter Haskell, the 7th of 9 children. He was born, grew up and lived his entire life in the valley East of Payson, affectionately known as Haskellville. He graduated from Payson High School and LDS Seminary.

He served in the infantry in the Pacific during WWII, receiving recognition medals including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his service. He married Mary Lou Shaw on August 14, 1945 in the Manti Temple. They were married 61 years before she passed away in 2006.

Afton was a letter carrier for Payson City for almost 29 years, retiring in 1982. He has always loved farming and will be remembered for the many vegetables he grew and sold to people throughout the state. He was an active member of the LDS church, serving as elder's quorum president, MIA president, councilor in a bishopric and on a high council.

He enjoyed hunting anything, fishing anywhere, and bowling anytime. He loved to work and stay busy and was most happy with his family.

Afton and Mary Lou are the parents of 4 daughters: Linda Coray (Lynn), Spanish Fork, Utah; Patricia Ann (deceased) Mark Downing, Washington, Utah; Karen (Jerry) Fraughton, Parowan, Utah; Shawna (David) Wagaman, Highland, Utah; and a son, Chet (deceased). They are the proud grandparents of 10, and the great-grandparents of 16.
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U.S., World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946
Name: Afton R Haskell
Birth Year: 1924
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: Utah
State of Residence: Utah
County or City: Utah
Enlistment Date: 13 Jul 1944
Enlistment State: Utah
Enlistment City:     Fort Douglas
Branch:     No branch assignment
Grade: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source:     Civil Life
Education: 4 years of high school
Civil Occupation: Farm hands, general farms
Marital status: Single, without dependents
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U.S. World War II Navy Muster Rolls, 1938-1949
Name: Afton R Haskell
Ship, Station or Activity:     General RL Howze
Ship Number or Designation: AP-134
Muster Date: 15 Dec 1944
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U.S. WWII Hospital Admission Card Files, 1942-1954
Name: Afton R Haskell
Gender:     Male
Race: White (includes Mexican) (White)
Rank: Enlisted Man (includes Aviation Cadet or Student)
Admission Age:     22
Birth Date: abt 1923
Admission Date: Feb 1945
Discharge Date:     Jan 1946
Discharge Place: General Hospital
Military Branch:     Infantry, General or Unspecified
Military Unit: 1
Diagnosis: Diagnosis: Fracture, compound, comminuted with nerve involvement only; Location: First metacarpal bone; Location: Thumb; CausativeAgent: Bullet, Rifle; Diagnosis: Paralysis, nerve, other and unspecified, not elsewhere classified
Type of Injury: InjuryType: Battle casualty; InjuryType2: All battle casualties, and all battle injuries not intentionally inflicted by self or another person
Medical Treatment: Fracture, compound, closed, treatment of, with skeletal traction (incl Kirchner's wire)
Type of Discharge: Disposition: Discharged or Retired for Disability, Line of Duty, Yes; FinalResult: Disfigurement: scar, adherent or painful
Length of service: 6-12 mo.
Service Number:     39932712
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Utah, Military Records, 1861-1970
Name: Afton R Haskell
Birth Date: 3 Sep 1924
Birth Place: Payson, Utah
Father:     Cle Roy Haskell
Mother:     Charlotte Haskell
Age: 20
Military Service Year: 1944


Mary Lou Shaw

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
August 17, 2006

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother & friend, Mary Lou Shaw Haskell, passed away from a heart attack Tuesday afternoon, August 15, 2006.

She was born in Nephi, June 10, 1927, to Louis T. Shaw and Lillian Sarah Jane Haycock Shaw. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Elva Davis, brother, Earl Shaw, son and grandson.

She was raised in Nephi, graduating from Juab High School and Seminary.

She married Afton R Haskell, in the Manti LDS Temple, August 14, 1945. They had just celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary. They are the parents of 5 children: Linda (Lynn) Coray, Patricia Ann (Mark) Downing, Karen (Jerry) Fraughton, Shawna (David) Wagaman and Chester Afton Haskell (deceased). They have 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as Primary teacher, Relief Society Presidency and visiting teacher.

Mary Lou loved to be busy helping her husband on their farm, sewing many of her children's clothes, including formals and wedding dresses. She has knit afghans and sweaters for her family. We will treasure the memories that we have of her.


Reed Betts Argyle

Deseret News
May 16, 2005

Reed Betts Argyle, our loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home Friday, May 13, 2005 at the age of 77.

Born May 9, 1928 in Payson, Utah the son of Ivan and Venetta Betts Argyle. He married Gladys Haskell November 2, 1950; she preceded him in death. He later married Dorothy Bearnson July 11, 1969 in the Salt Lake Temple. They made their home in Payson where they have resided for 36 years.

Dad served in the Navy during World War II. He worked as an Air Traffic Controller in Kansas City; a silver mine in Butte, Montana; with Geneva Steel for many years; and retired as a Superintendent of US Postal Operations. Reed was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a ward/stake financial clerk more than 30 years and enjoyed giving service to many. He loved hunting, fishing, camping, and had a passion for flying. He loved being surrounded by family and carrying on family traditions.

Reed is survived by his wife, Dorothy of 36 years; his children, Joy Argyle Jasperson, Shaun Argyle, Edward Bearnson, and Karen (Kevin) Harward; seven grandchildren; brothers, Jack and Howard Argyle; sister, La-Verne Larsen; as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gladys Haskell Argyle; and his sister, Lillian Irick. Dad was cherished by all who knew him. He will be forever remembered for his love of family and his kind spirit.


57287. Ernest Robert Carter

The Daily Herald
May 24, 1971

Santaquin - Funeral services for Ernest R. Carter, 51, who died Thursday in a mining accident near Del Norte, Colo., will be conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Eureka LDS Ward chapel, with Bishop Ortho Christensen officiating.  ...

He was born Jan. 8, 1920 in Santaquin, a son of Willard and Cora Haskell Carter. He married Barbara Rose Allen on March 22, 1941 in Provo. He was an employee of Centenniel Development Co. for 23 years.

Mr. Carter was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Juab County Fire Dept. He was  veteran of World War II.

Survivors are his widow; a son Terrill of Albbuquerque, N. M.; one granson; and brothers ans sisters, Mrs. Clifton (Beulah) Hutchings of Folsom, Calif.; Mrs. Verlin (Bessie) Hatch of San Jose, Calif.;


57289. Bessie Rowena Carter

The Deseret News
January 22, 2004

Bessie Rowena Carter Hatch, 80 yrs old, died January 20, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

She was born October 18, 1923 in Santaquin, Utah to Cora Matilda Haskell and Willard Isaac Carter. She married Verlin Mitchell Hatch March 30, 1943 in Wyoming.

She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a temple worker in the Seattle and Portland Temples, and served in Primary and Relief Society. She loved music, loved to garden and lived a life of compassionate service.

She is survived by her husband of 60 yrs, Verlin M. Hatch, children Karen Shaffer (Calif.) Verlin Anson Hatch (American Fork), Marilyn H. Lear (Stansbury Park), Joan Foulon (Tooele) and Gary Richard Hatch (Portland, Maine), 28 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her mother, father, two sisters, two brothers and a great-granddaughter.


57291. Lavern Carter

Deseret News
November 24, 2011

Lavern Carter Finch passed away peacefully on November 21, 2011 while surrounded by her family.

She was born September 18, 1927 in Santaquin, Utah to William and Cora Haskell Carter. She married Joseph Ira Finch on March 30, 1945 and later their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.

Lavern's life was her family and grandchildren. She was an active member of the LDS Church and served in many callings. She loved to travel with her husband when he was alive. And she enjoyed sewing and working in cub scounting.

Lavern is survived by her children; Bryan (Diane) Finch, SueAnn (Fred) Gallegos, Douglas Finch, Roger (Alisa) Finch, and Clarice Janet Lockaby; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and brothers, Richard Blaine (Eliane) Carter and Lynn (Lynette) Carter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters, and two brothers.


57292. Ramona Carter

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
May 16, 2010

Ramona Carter Davis, 81, of Salem, Utah, died peacefully on May 13, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 23, 1929 to Willard and Cora Haskel Carter. She grew up in Santaquin, Utah. Ramona married Herbert Lynn Davis in 1946, they later divorced. She spent most of her life in Salem, Utah.

Ramona was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her greatest joy in life was her family. She enjoyed being a member of The Daughters of Utah Pioneers, camping, and was an amazing mother and grandmother. Her loving smile and gentle face will be missed by all.

Ramona is survived by her children, Michael (Jackie) Davis, Stephen (Cheryl) Davis, David (Paula) Davis, Linda (Don) Spence, Dell Davis, Vicky (Dwaine) Beebe, and Boyd (Vera) Davis, 34 grandchildren, 68 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren, two brothers, Blaine (Elaine), and Lynn (Lynnette) Carter., and one sister, LaVerne Finch.

She was preceded in death by brothers, Ernest and Vernon, and sisters, Beulah, Bessie, and Dorothy, daughter-in-law, Jean Davis, great grandsons, Colby DeWitt and Gavin Easter, and great granddaughter, Carissa Easter.


57296. Elva Orlean Cloward

The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
October 1, 2006

Elva Orlean Cloward Killian, Grandma Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend passed away September 28, 2006 in Tooele, Utah, of natural causes. She was born September 11, 1912 in Payson, Utah, the daughter of P. Leslie and Rowena Haskell Clowar

She attended schools in Salem and Spanish Fork, Utah, and graduated from Central Utah Vocational School in the field of "Business and Secretarial Science."

She married Glen Ralph Killian Feb. 1, 1929. Marriage later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She lived in Salem for 62 years and later moved to Salt Lake City. Active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many ward and stake positions.

She is survived by two daughters, Rowena Killian Neeley, Myrna Killian Chapple, and one son, Dr. Kenneth G. Killian, fourteen grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Glen, and daughter Marie.


Glen Ralph Killian

The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
February 18, 1999

Our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather and friend passed away February 17, 1999 at a local care center.

He was born January 20, 1911 at Salem, Utah, the son of Alex and Eleanor Irene Pierce Killian. He attended grade school and junior high school in Salem, Utah and attended senior high school & seminary in Spanish Fork, Utah.

Married Elva Orlean Cloward on Feb. 1, 1929. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS temple on Feb. 25, 1937. They made their home in Salem, Utah and after marrying Glen went to work for his uncle, The Floyd S. Whiting Construction Company. He learned to operate every type of road machinery used in road construction and also to repair most of them. First he became foreman and road supervisor of highways and freeways at which he worked for 40 years. When his uncle retired he worked for many of the major construction companies: W.W. Clyde, Gibbons & Reed, Cornell Mendenhall, Lowdermilk Const., and Industrial Construction. He was a member of the LDS church and taught the Aaronic Priesthood class for seven consecutive years, also taught the young adults in Sr. Sunday School and was also a Home Teacher. He served in the Salem City Council for 3 years and was in charge of road building and upkeep. After living in Salem for 62 years, the Killians moved to Salt Lake City in March of 1971 and became members of the Butler 7th ward, Butler West Stake and Glen served as secretary of the High Priest Group and a faithful Home Teacher.

Glen and Elva had the special blessing of celebrating their seventieth wedding anniversary and are the proud parents of four children - Rowena K. Neeley (Parley), Myrna K. Chapple, Dr. Kenneth G. Killian (Donna), a daughter Marie Killian preceded him in death. Glen was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, ane three great, great grandchildren. Also survived by sisters - Zola Carlson, Beatrice Lonas, Hazel Petersen, and Marjorie Peterson.


57297. Beryldean Cloward

Deseret News
December 14, 1994

Our dearly beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend, Beryldean Cloward, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 1994 at the Mountain View Hospital in Payson.

Beryldean was born on September 2, 1916 in Salem, Utah, the son of Leslie and Rowena Haskel Cloward. He was raised by Parley P. and Ada Cloward, his grandparents, after his mother's death when he was two-years-old.

He married June Thomas on June 29, 1939. This marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

Beryldean was a farmer and steel worker most of his life. He had his farm in Salem for 12 years, while also working at Geneva Steel Plant in Orem. He sold his farm and moved to Spanish Fork in 1953. He retired from Geneva Steel in 1977, after 32 years of employment.

Our husband and father was an avid sportsman. He loved to hunt and fish. His most observable love was his yard and garden. Beryldean has a tremendous love for his children and grandchildren.

His love and generosity will be remembered and treasured by those he touched.

He was an active member of the LDS 9th Ward, serving in the capacity of High Priest.

He is survived by his wife, June, of Spanish Fork; three sons and one daughter: Richard and Sharon Cloward, of Sandy; Brent and Karen Cloward, of American Fork; Steven and Elaine Cloward, of Littleton, Colorado; Karen and Michael Daniels, of Spanish Fork; 18 grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; two sisters and two brothers: Elva Killian, of Salt Lake City; Gordon Cloward, of Spanish Fork; Glade Cloward, of Palmyra; and Leah Warren, of California.

He was preceded in death by one sister: Faye Holden and one granddaughter, Jeanette Cloward.


June Thomas

Daily Herald (Provo UT)
January 20, 2009

June Thomas Cloward passed away January 17, 2009 at Mountain View Hospital in Payson. She was born June 11, 1919 on the family farm in Palmyra to Llewelyn and Eliza Robertson Thomas. She was one of ten children.

June married Beryldean Cloward, June 29, 1939 in Spanish Fork. Beryldean and June began their marriage on a farm in Salem, raising crops and lots of chickens. They moved to Spanish Fork in 1951.

She at one time supplemented the family income by ironing for ten cents per clothing article. She later went to work in housekeeping at Utah Valley Hospital. After 17 years she retired to spend time together with Beryldean. Her assigned area was the maternity ward which she dearly loved.

June is survived by her four children, Richard T. Cloward (Sharon); Brent B. Cloward (Karen); Steven P. Cloward (Elaine); and Karen Daniels (Michael); a brother, William (Bill) Thomas; 18 grandchildren; and 47 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband and one grandchild, Jeanette Cloward; three sisters and five brothers.


Faye Warren

The Salt Lake Tribune
January 10, 1995

PAYSON - Faye Warren Carter, age 79, passed away Sunday, January 8, 1995 at her home.

She was born May 11, 1915 at Nephi, Utah, a daughter of William Edward and Alta Ann Park Warren. She married Vance LaVar Carter, Sept. 1, 1937 in the Manti LDS Temple. He died Sept. 7, 1989. Faye was educated in Nephi Schools. She managed the Coronet Five and Dime Store in Nephi. She later operated the Dew Drop Inn Cafe in Payson. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a Primary teacher for many years.

Survivors include three sons and a daughter and their spouses: Bill and Pat Carter, West Valley City; Bishop Larry and Nina Carter, and Lynn and Jill Carter, all of Payson; JoAnn and Merrill Hoffmann, of Salt Lake City; 18 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren; two brothers and a sister: Ray Warren, Fullerton, California; Cloyd Warren, American Fork; and LaVee Curtis, of Payson.

She was preceded in death by two brothers: Clarence (Bud) and Merle Dee Warren.


57301. Phyllis Rae Carter

Find-a-Grave

Phyllis Rae Carter Olsen passed away on May 4, 2000 at the age of 77. She was born October 20, 1922 to Delbert Carlos Carter and Ethel Haskell in Payson, Utah. She was married to Alan Vaughn Olsen for 59 years, he passed away May 26, 1999.

She is survived by two daughters and three sons: Deanna Hancock, Dennis Olsen, Wendell Olsen, Glen Olsen, Drena Spackman.


Allen Vaughn Olsen

Find-a-Grave

Alan Vaughn Olsen, 78, of Springville, died May 26, 1999, in Springville, Utah. He was born January 7, 1921, to Ole Vaughn and Mary Alta Taylor Olsen in Springville.

He married Phyllis Rae Carter June 24, 1940.

Alan is survived by his wife and five children: Deanna Hancock, Dennis (Kathy) Olsen, Wendell Olsen, Glen (Karen) Olsen, Drena (Randa) Spackman; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.


57303. Glade Wallace Carter

Find-a-Grave

Glade Wallace Carter passed away April 21, 2011 from complications of congestive heart failure after many years of poor health.

Glade was born New Year's Eve 1930, to Delbert and Ethyl Haskell Carter, in Santaquin, Utah. He attended school in California but most of his school days were in Payson, Utah. Glade spent most of his life in Payson, which he truly believed was the only place to live.

Glade married Doris Andersen, November 6, 1948 after being introduced on a blind date in the early spring of that year. Their marriage was solemnized April 12, 1980 in the Provo L.D.S. Temple.

Glade served in several callings in his L.D.S. ward. He especially enjoyed being ward membership clerk, as he was able to meet all of the new members as they moved into the ward and in doing his home teaching.

Glade worked construction for several years before working as a mechanic for Crouch's O.K. Service. In 1973, Glade and his brother Dean opened Carter Bros. Repair. He enjoyed his customers and many good friends who frequented the garage for a cold drink and a visit. After he retired he spent many hours working with wood making beautiful things for family and friends. He loved keeping a beautiful yard.

Glade is survived by his wife Doris, 3 sons, Steven (Rosalyn ), David (Jeri ), and Paul ( Teresa ), and son- in-law Terry ( Gail ) Walker. 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 2 sisters-in-law Jane Carter and Maxine Arnold, many nieces and nephews and lots of cousins.

Preceding him in death, his daughter Vickie Rae Walker, great grandsons Braken and Michael Carter, his parents, 3 brothers Vance, J.D., and Ellis Dean, 2 sisters Zola Noon, and Phyllis Olsen.


57304. Ellis Dean Carter

The Daily Herald
August 12, 1992

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, Ellis Dean Carter, 58, of Payson, died Monday, August 10, 1992 at Mountain View Hospital.

He was born August 26, 1933 at Payson, Utah, a son of Delbert Carlos and Ethel Haskell Carter.
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He is survived by his wife, Maxine, of Payson; four daughters and a son and their spouses: Lonna and Tom Hurst, Wellington, Utah; Debbie and Kellyt Dockstader, Payson; Michael Dean and Victoria Carter, Corona, California; Patty and Cory Jensen; Payson; and Terri and Gordon Christensen of Dallas, Texas; 17 grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters: J. D. Carter, Glade Carter, Zola Noon, all of Payson; and Phyllis Olsen od Springville.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Vance Carter.


33067. Lee Mearl Haskell

U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010
Name: Lee Haskell
Gender:     Male
Birth Date: 3 Apr 1897
Death Date: 5 Apr 1980
SSN:     528261309
Branch 1: ARMY
Enlistment Date 1: 5 Sep 1918
Release Date 1:     18 Feb 1919
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Utah, Military Records, 1861-1970
Name: Lee M Haskell
Birth Date: 3 Apr 1897
Birth Place: Payson, Utah
Residence: Utah County, Utah
Age: 21
Military Service Year: 1918


Nellie Youd

Obituary

Payson - Nellie Youd Haskell, 87, of Payson, died Nov. 1, 1991, at the El Rancho Care Center. She was born March 5, 1904, at Lakeshore, a daughter of John P. and Sorene Sorensen Youd. She married Lee Mearl Haskell, Dec. 21, 1921, in the Salt Lake, LDS Temple. He died April 5, 1980.

She had been an active person all her life but suffered a fall which rendered her paralyzed from the waist down shortly after New Years 1991. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having served as a teacher in the MIA, Sunday School, geneakogy and Relief Socciety organizations. She served as an ordinace worker in the Provo Temple.

She is survived by a son, Ivan Y. Haskell, of Payson; five grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; four sisters: Alice Barney, Provo; Stella Dunn, Ruby Parry and Lois Hansen all of Lake Shore. She was preceded in death by a daughter Helen M. Haskell, four brothers and two sisters.


57306. Ivan Youd Haskell

Walker Funeral Home

Ivan Y Haskell, 91, of Payson, passed away on May 4, 2023, of causes incident to age, and complications related to an accident, while working with a colt in August of 2021.

Dad was born to parents, Lee Mearl and Nellie Youd Haskell, on January 3, 1932, the second of two children. His sister was ten years his senior. He spent nearly his entire life living in Haskellville, east of Payson, except for a couple of brief periods of time, when he worked out of state, in Nevada for the railroad, and Seattle for Boeing.

He grew up mostly an only child, due to his sister's death from diabetes, when she was 16 years old. Dad struggled with her death for years. He graduated from Payson High School. He was always ambitious and a hard worker. One of his first jobs as a child was delivering fliers on his horse, for the movie theater in town. He always had a love for horses and cattle.

He grew up on a farm with his father and continued to farm his entire life until his horse accident. His farm was named a Legacy Farm by the Utah Farm Bureau and State of Utah. He raised quality Quarter Horses and Polled Hereford cattle. His livestock were recognized nationally at one time and had won many awards.

Besides farming, he worked in the Pipe Mill and Rolling Mill at Geneva Steel, retiring after thirty years. Dad and Mom went on to serve three missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Nauvoo, IL, Wolf Point, MT, and the MTC at BYU Provo. He also served as a temple ordinance worker for over eighteen years at the Provo and Payson, Utah Temples. Dad volunteered in many organizations, including the Peteetneet Museum, and the Sons of the Utah Pioneers. He has been a lifelong active member of his Church, serving in many callings, some of which include Boy Scout Master, High Priest Group Counselor, Ward Missionary Leader & Temple Ordinance Worker. Dad was himself, an Eagle Scout. His legacy also included multiple books, pamphlets, and papers written. He loved the history of his genealogy, community, and church, which he wrote about. Most recently, Dad and Mom were Co-Grand Marshal's of the Payson Golden Onion Days, in 2022.

Dad met his beautiful wife, DeLowa Batty, in a Sunday School Class at the Payson 1st Ward, and almost immediately made the decision she was the one. They married in the St. George Temple, on February 9, 1952, and soon began their family of five children, Craig (Marie, deceased; Sandra), Payson, UT, Jeff (Aldean), Blackfoot, ID, Betty Ann (Bill) Murray, Rose Park, UT, Steve (Karen) Salem, UT, and Sandy (Joe) Dinkins, Salem, UT, and were foster parents to three Lamanite children, Sara Jose, Arlene McCabe, and Harry Brown. He bragged that he preselected the genders and names for all his children in order before they were born. Dad's family was what he was most proud of, with 24 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.

Dad is survived by his wife of 71 years, his five children and their spouses, all his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great grandchildren, sister-in-law Elaine Cartwright (Randy), and two brother's-in-law, John (Teresa) Batty, Kanarraville, UT and Travis (Debbie) Batty, New Harmony, UT.

Dad was preceded in death by his parents, his parents-in-law, Willard and Alva Batty, his only sister, Helen, daughter-in-law Marie (Craig), sister's-in-law, Carolyn Williams and Retta Davis, and brother's-in-law, Gary Williams and Allen Davis.


33068. Leo Earl Haskell

The Daily Herald
July 1, 1981

Leo Earl Haskell, 84, of Payson, died Monday, June 29, 1981

He was born April 3, 1897 in Payson to Henry Chester and Pheobe Ann Davis Haskell. He married Matilda Hanks, April 20, 1921 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

He was a veteran of World War I and served in several of the auxiliary organizations of the church, serving as counselor of the Payson First Ward for several years. He was a high priest in the Payson Seventh Ward at the time of his death. He was a farmer his entire life.

His survivors include his wife; two sons and one daughter, Francis Haskell, Dwayne Haskell, Leona Closw, all of Payson; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchidren, and one sister, Jennie Elmer Haskell, Payson.
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U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010
Name: Leo Haskell
Gender:     Male
Birth Date: 3 Apr 1897
Death Date: 29 Jun 1981
SSN:     529263244
Branch 1: ARMY
Enlistment Date 1: 5 Sep 1918
Release Date 1:     17 Feb 1919


57307. Francis Earl Haskell

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
April 28, 2004

Francis Earl Haskell, 81, passed away Sunday April 25, 2004, from complications of a stroke, at Mountain View Hospital.

He was born September 30, 1922, to Leo Earl and Matilda Hanks Haskell in Salem, Utah. He was raised on the family farm East of Payson and graduated from Payson High School. He then joined the Navy during World War Il and became a Navy Pilot, flying a cargo plane over the South Pacific.

After the war, he married Lois Singleton, on March 6, 1946, in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they had five children, one daughter and four sons, Susan, Lee, Billy, Kent, and Dan.

He cherished his family and felt it important to take them on a family vacation each year. Lois passed away December 26, 2001 and Francis remarried Marlene Lance Gross on March 9, 2002.

He loved to work. He worked at the Payson Post office for 35 years. He was a mail carrier, a clerk and Postmaster for several years. He was also a farmer of 120 acres and ran a cattle ranch of 100 head of Polled Herefords. He knew the importance of work and taught his children the same. He also served as President of the Payson Chamber of Commerce for four years. He also loved to hunt and fish.

He and Lois bought a boat and a cabin in Strawberry and loved to spend vacations and weekends there. She would read or crochet while Francis would try his luck at fishing. Later in life when he couldn't work as much he loved to sit in his favorite chair and read the newspaper. He never missed a good ball game on TV and was always a good arm chair coach. He and Lois talked often about the great days they had together watching their boys play ball. Francis loved his cattle herd and would spend many sleepless nights helping them deliver their new born. He loved working the earth and would plow until dark, only quitting because the tractor had no lights.

He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in many positions, such as Scout Master, Priest Advisor, Young Men's President, High Priest Instructor, and Stake Financial Clerk. He was also called as a Seventy (Stake Missionary) and loved teaching the gospel to nonmembers for serval years.

He is survived by his wife Marlene, of Payson, daughter Susan (Neil) Lund of Murray, sons Lee (Maxyne) Haskell of Elk Ridge, Kent (Julie) Haskell of Elk Ridge, Dan (Tina) of Stockton. Step children Ken (Jerry) Lance of Spring Lake, Charlotte (Gary) Green of Fruit Heights, Stan Lance of Payson, and Jolene (Mike) Holbrook of Kaysville. Twenty-six grandchildren and four great-grand children. A sister Leona Close and a brother Dwane Haskell both of Payson. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lois, of 55 years, a son, William (Billy) Haskell and a granddaughter Amy.

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U.S., Select Military Registers, 1862-1985
Name: Francis E Haskell
Birth Date: 1922
Military Date: 16 May 1948
Publication Date: 1 Apr 1951
Title: Commissioned and Warrant Officers of the United States Naval and Reserve
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Utah, Military Records, 1861-1970
Name: Francis Earl Haskell
Birth Date: 30 Sep 1922
Birth Place: Salem, Utah
Father: Leo Earl Haskell
Mother:     Matilda Haskell
Residence: Utah County, Utah
Age: 21
Military Service Year: 1943


Marlene Johnson

The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
July 23, 2015

Our loving mother, grandmother, and sister, Marlene Johnson Lance Haskell, age 81 of Payson, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2015 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

She was born April 2, 1934 in High River, Alberta, Canada to Pauline Kachaluba. That same year she was adopted by Henning Victor and Leatha Stickney Johnson.

She married Ammon DeRoy Lance, July 15, 1950 in Payson, Utah. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple 1958. They were the parents of four children: Kenneth Rae (Jerry Ann) Lance, Payson; Charlotte Ann (Dr. Gary) Green, Fruit Heights; Stanley Dean Lance, Payson; JoLene (Michael) Holbrook, Kaysville; 14 grandchldren and 22 great-grandchildren.

She married Francis Earl Haskell, March 9, 2002 in Payson, Utah, he preceded her in death April 25, 2004.

Marlene enjoyed sewing, making beautiful quilts, canning, baking, gardening, fishing, camping and staying in touch with family and friends through letter writing. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In addition to her children and grandchildren, she is survived by her siblings, Doreen Mary Huculak; Wayne George Bullock; Garry Edward Bullock all of Canada.

She was preceded in death by her mother; adoptive parents; both her spouses and sister, Gwynneth Elaine Melnyk.


57308. Leona Ann Haskell

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
July 20, 2012

Leona Ann Haskell Close passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in Ogden, Utah. She was born June 29, 1928 in Payson, Utah to Leo Earl and Matilda Hanks Haskell.

Leona married Glen William Close in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were later divorced.

She loved music, genealogy, photography, outdoor recreation and travel. Her favorite vacations were to England, Hawaii and Alaska. She was proud of her children and loved them very much. She will be missed by all.

Leona is survived by her brother, Dwane (LuDean) Haskell, Payson; four children, George (Kathy) Close, Ogden; Maurene (Leigh) Williams, West Valley City; Robert (Tauna) Close, Elk Grove, CA; Steven Close, Draper; 25 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Allan and David, two grandchildren and one brother.


57310. Leo Dwayne Haskell

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
December 19, 2013

Leo Dwane Haskell, 76, our loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away into the arms of his Heavenly Father on December 16, 2013, from his beloved farm in Payson, Utah. He was born to the late Leo Earl and Matilda Hanks Haskell in Payson on November 24, 1937. He graduated from Payson High School and married his sweetheart, LuDean Sorensen, in the Salt Lake temple soon after. He continued his education at Brigham Young University and began a teaching career in Ely, Nevada upon his graduation. After a few years in Ely, he returned to Payson where he retired from the Middle School after teaching for 37 years and assisting numerous students in math and English.

Dwane was well known for his horsemanship. He trained winning halter and performance horses in almost every discipline from western pleasure to roping. He showed several horses that received their American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Registers of Merit and Point Championships. He also served as an AQHA judge and was inducted into the Utah Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 1989. He was very involved with various other horse associations throughout the state and served in the presidency, as a board member, or head judge for several of them, including the Central Utah Cutting Horse Association, Panorama Horse Show Auction, 4-H, and the Utah State Western Riding Clubs Association.

Dwane was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in numerous callings throughout his life including that of bishop. He also served with his wife in his later years in the Texas McAllen Mission.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Francis Earl Haskell; his sister, Leona Haskell Close; and a grandson, Brennan David Haskell. Dwane is survived by his loving wife LuDean; his children Diane (Ralf)Schmirald, Charlene (Ken) Condie, Sterling (Leslie) Haskell, David (Dorthy) Haskell and Mark (Becky) Haskell; 22 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.


33069. Jennie Leona Haskell

The Daily Herald
June 20, 1989

Jennie Leona Haskell Elmer, 86, Payson, died Sunday, June 18, 1989, in an Orem care center of causes incident to age.

She was born, Nov. 27, 1902, at Payson, a daughtewr of Henry chester and Phoebe Ann Davis Haskell. She married Melvin Leone Elmer, Feb. 14, 1923 in Salt Lake LDS Temple. He died Sept. 30, 1978.

She received her education in Payson Schools. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder-day Saints serving in all organizations and as a teacher, chorister and Relief Society President in both the Payson 1st and 5th Wards. She enjoyed singing in the Relief Society Chorus and ward choir. She belonged to the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers and served in the leadership for many years. She was active in the Payson Senior Citizens. She loved to crochet and tat.

She is survived by three sons, Dale Elmer, Payson; Keith Elmer, Golden, Colo.; Sheldon Elmer, Fillmore; 13 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren. Thirteen brothers and sisters preceded her in death.


57311. Melvin Dale Elmer

Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
December 4, 2010

Loving husband, father, grandfather and friend Dale Elmer was called home on Dec. 1st, 2010. He was 86 years old and lived a full and independent life.

Dale was born Dec. 31, 1923 in Payson to Melvin Leon and Jennie Leona Haskell Elmer. His first love was his sweetheart and wife, Ruth Thatcher. They were married on Sept. 24, 1947 in the Salt Lake Temple.

Dad graduated from Payson High School in 1942. He went into the United States Air force 1944-1946 serving in the Philippines' and Okinawa. In Dec. 1946 he started to work for U.S. Steel. He retired after 39 years. Dale loved attending the temple and serving in his church callings. Dad liked hunting, fishing, bowling, sports and family vacations. For many years his garden, yard and flowers kept him happily busy creating beauty for all to enjoy.

Dale and Ruth are the parents of 3 children, Dianne Elmer, St. George, UT, Connie Olsen (David) Payson, UT, Brad Elmer (Kim) Evanston, WY. They have 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Keith (Ruth) Elmer, Colorado and Sheldon (Polly) Elmer of Fillmore. They have been married for 63 years. The joy of his life was his family.


57312. Keith H. Elmer

The Montrose Daily Press (CO)
October 1, 2015

Keith H. Elmer, 89, of Montrose, passed away Monday, Sept. 28, 2015. Keith was born Sept. 26, 1926, to Melvin and Jennie (Haskell) Elmer in Payson, Utah. On Feb. 5, 1949, after graduating from high school, he enlisted to serve in the U.S. Army.

Keith married the love of his life Ruth Stoller in Brigham City, Utah. They celebrated 63 years of marriage before Ruth's passing on June 4, 2012. They lived in several places in the Western United States before settling in Montrose to enjoy their retirement.

Keith was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Spring Creek Ward. He competitively enjoyed many activities with his friends including golf, bridge, bowling, hunting and fishing. Keith was an avid member of the Black Canyon Golf Club and a Montrose Bowling League. He enjoyed volunteering for the Colorado Division of Wildlife and Veterans Administration.

Keith is survived by his six children and their families; Keith B. Elmer, wife Miwa, of San Diego, Calif.; Randy M. Elmer, wife Linda, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Melissa R. Franklin, husband Jerry, of Corrales, N.M.; Melanie A. Jones, husband Dick; Eric J. Elmer of Canon City, Colo.; Douglas J. Elmer, wife Ann of West Jordan, Utah; 19 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.

Keith is preceded in death by his parents Melvin and Jennie Elmer, and his loving wife Ruth Elmer.


Ruth Lane Stoller

The Montrose Daily Press (CO)
June 7, 2012

Ruth S. Elmer, 83, of Montrose, passed away Monday, June 4, 2012, at her home. Ruth was born Oct. 19, 1928, to John Frederick William and Madge Johnson (Lane) Stoller in Leola, S.D. She graduated from Brigham City High School in Brigham City, Utah. Ruth went on to Henager Business College in Salt Lake City. She married Keith H Elmer on February 5, 1949, in Brigham City, Utah, and shared 63 wonderful years of marriage. Ruth and Keith have resided in Salt Lake City, Kearns, Sandy, and La Sal, Utah; Littleton, Colo., Cuba and Albuquerque, N.M., Dallas, and Golden, Colo., before moving to Montrose, where they made their home until her time of death. Ruth and Keith are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Montrose.

Surviving family members include her husband, Keith of the family home in Montrose; sons Keith B. Elmer of Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., Randall Elmer of Colorado Springs, Colo., Eric Elmer of Canon City, Colo., Douglas Elmer of West Jordan, Utah; daughters Melissa Franklin of Corrales, N.M., Melanie Jones of Salt Lake City; and sister, Nancy Janes Bales of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; 19 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by two sisters, Doris Jean Hess and Elda Jorgensen.


57316. Merrill Elvis Haskell

U.S., World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946
Name: Merrell E Haskell
Birth Year: 1902
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: Utah
State of Residence: California
County or City: Los Angeles
Enlistment Date: 19 Aug 1942
Enlistment State: California
Enlistment City:     Los Angeles
Branch:     Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA
Grade: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source:     Civil Life
Education: 1 year of college
Civil Occupation: Waiters and waitresses, except private family
Marital status: Single, without dependents
Height:     64
Weight:     106


57317. Syble Haskell

Idaho State Journal
March 14, 2001

BANCROFT - Syble Haskell Toolson, 95, of Bancroft, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2001, at home. She was born November 24, 1905, at Newton, Utah, the daughter of James Edward and Fanny Jeanetta Hardy Haskell. She was raised and educated in Fielding, Utah, until 1922, when she moved to Bancroft.

She married John Harold Toolson June 21, 1928, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mr. Toolson passed away June 12, 1967. Together they owned and operated Toolson's Hotel and Drug Store in Bancroft.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had been active in the Young Women's organization and in the Primary.

She was a member of the Bancroft Literary Club, the American Legion Auxiliary, and a Bancroft Pinochle Club. Her hobbies included music, playing the piano and the harmonica.

Syble is survived by two sons, Harold A. Toolson, Bancroft, Idaho, and Gerald H. Toolson, Bullhead City, Ariz.; also surviving are five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Jennie Deaton, Boise.

She was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister, LaVell Haskell, Cecil Haskell, Elvis Haskell and Ionna McDonald.


57318. Katie Jeanette Haskell


The Idaho Statesman (Boise, ID)
August 10, 2018

Katie Jeanette Haskell Deaton ("Jennie") passed away peacefully on 7 August 2018.

She was born the fifth of six children on 25 January 1909 to Edward James and Jeanette Hardy Haskell. She attended elementary school in Fielding, Utah and then moved with her family to Bancroft, Idaho. She went to live in Layton, Utah with relatives until she'd graduated from West High School in Salt Lake City at age sixteen and then continued her education at a business college in Salt Lake prior to eventually moving to Pocatello, Idaho, where she married Malden Theodore Deaton in 1929.

During World War II she was an active Red Cross Volunteer in Pocatello, Idaho. In her early married years, she worked at Glen Brothers Music Store in the office and frequently played sheet music for the customers and in this way furthered her love for music. She developed a knack for card games and even taught her grandchildren how to cheat at solitaire Ha! Jennie and Mal were very involved in the Masonic order where she was a member of Eastern Star. She worked tirelessly by his side in different community organizations including Rotary. They became members of the First Presbyterian Church in Pocatello, Idaho and then when she moved to Boise, Idaho in 1990 - she transferred her membership to Trinity Presbyterian Church. As a past member of Hillcrest Country Club, she dearly enjoyed playing bridge with her friends.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Malden Theodore Deaton, her daughter Carol Jean Deaton Finlayson, her son, Theodore Edward Deaton and all her siblings.

She is survived by: her daughter Doris Ann Deaton Smith, by her daughter-in-law Jan, six grandchildren: Debbie, Camille, Laurie, Christie, Teddy and Justin, fourteen great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.


57319. La Vell Edward Haskell

U.S., World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946
Name: La Vell E Haskell
Birth Year: 1914
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: Utah
State of Residence: Utah
County or City: Weber
Enlistment Date: 7 Jan 1942
Enlistment State: Utah
Enlistment City:     Salt Lake City
Branch:     Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA
Grade: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source:     Civil Life
Education: 4 years of high school
Civil Occupation: Semiskilled mechanics and repairmen, motor vehicles
Marital status: Divorced, with dependents
Height:     67
Weight:     149
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U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010
Name: Lavell Haskell
Birth Date: 10 Jan 1914
Death Date: 22 Nov 1983
SSN:     518058014
Enlistment Date 1: 8 Jan 1942
Release Date 1:     7 Sep 1943