Wenatchee World
September 10, 1999Jack Earl Smith, age 95, passed away Sept. 8, 1999 in Wenatchee.
He was born Sept. 20, 1903 in Fondulac, WI to Harvey Earl and Victoria Blanch (Stuart) Smith. His father opened the first car garage in Fondulac. While in grade school, Jack moved with his family to Seattle and then Tacoma where Jack's father was in the car retail business and later as a machinist. During W.W. I, his father got Jack a job as a machinist helper at the age of 14 and later Jack served a four-year apprenticeship at Todd Shipyards until he joined the Coast Guard. While in the Coast Guard, he served on board a rum runner ship, which patrolled for bootleggers.
After an honorable discharge, he moved to Portland, OR where he met and married Faye Winward and together they had three children while residing in Portland. In 1937, the family moved to Tacoma where they owned and operated a motel and gas station. During W.W. II, Jack returned to work at Todd Shipyards as a machinist.
In 1951, Jack married Susan Seat in Tacoma and they moved to southern California where Jack worked as a government machinist until his retirement in 1964. When he retired, Jack and Susan moved to Wenatchee to be near family.
Susan preceded Jack in death in 1987 and Jack then resided with his family until the time of his death.
Jack was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He always enjoyed attending wrestling matches, fishing with his family and square dancing.
He leaves behind three children, son, Bruce E. Smith of Wenatchee, daughter, Barbara Van Duker of Tacoma and son, Michael Smith of Paul, ID; 19 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
October 14, 1999Ferron Joseph Blake, 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, passed away on Oct. 10, 1999, at his home in St. George, Utah, from natural causes.
Ferron Joseph Blake was born Aug. 16, 1912, in Hinckley, Utah, to Joseph E. Blake and Delta Cox Blake. Ferron was the third child of eleven children.
He graduated from Weber State College, and Utah State Agriculture College, Logan, Utah. After college, Ferron moved to Shelley, Idaho, where he began farming and ranching in the area. On Sept. 30, 1937, he married Klea Tew in the LDS Salt Lake City Temple. From their marriage, they had six daughters and three sons.
Ferron was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a Scoutmaster, and a board member of the Teton Peaks Council representing the Shelley Stake. He served in the ward MIA presidency and as a stake MIA president. He served three stake missions and an LDS mission to the Texas-Louisiana area. Ferron served in the High Priest Group leadership and two bishoprics for the church.
Ferron also had a great respect for his community. His many civic activities included serving as a member of the Bingham County Board of Education and on the Board of Trustees for the Shelley School District. He was vice-president for the Teton Peaks Council, Boy Scouts of America; and a board member of the Beet Growers Association; and the Bingham County Soil Conservation District.
Ferron loved to ranch and farm. He spent many hours with his wife, Klea, and their children working the ground and taking care of the cattle. For many years, his favorite hobby was racing horses. He and Klea spent many happy summers traveling with their horses, until her death in 1983.
Ferron' s survivors include his wife, Vira Henrie (Judge) Blake; his two sons, Lynn Blake of Bliss, Idaho, and Merril Blake of Shelley; four daughters, Eileen Blake of St. George, Utah, Irene Price of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Barbara Iles of Winchester, Va., and Starla Stroud of Fairfield, Idaho.
He has three stepsons, Eldredge W. Johnson of San Diego, Calif., Jed D. Johnson of Ivins, Utah, and Daniel H. Judge of Mesa, Ariz. ; and one stepdaughter, Eileen Johnson of San Diego, Calif.
He is survived by two brothers, Delaun Blake and Easton Blake; five sisters, Lula Scott, Charlotte Humphries. Cora Good, Irene Whitfield, and Lou Jean Steadman; and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Ferron was preceded in death by his wife, Klea Tew Blake; a son, Wayne Blake; two daughters, Sylvia Blake and Ramona Dugger; two brothers, Laurence Blake and Ralph Blake; and two sisters, Fern Robison and Vera Moore.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
November 27, 1997FIRTH - Rodney Warren Tew, 80, of Firth, died Nov. 25, 1997, at his home.
He was born Feb. 19, 1917, in Arco, Idaho, to Warren Snow Tew and Vera Hill Tew. He graduated from Shelley High School. He also attended Utah State College and graduated from the LDS Institute.
On Aug. 15, 1940, he married Noma Christensen in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. They farmed for a few years in Roberts, Idaho, before moving to the Goshen area, where they farmed from 1947 until 1962. They then moved to Raft River to homestead a new farm for two years, and in 1964 they moved west of Firth, where he farmed and lived since. He served with the Bingham County Soil Conservation District.
An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served a mission in the British Isles, had served in the ward and stake Sunday School presidencies, as a youth and adult teacher, as a Seventy in the Shelley Stake, as bishop of the Goshen Ward, and was a High Priest at the time of his death. He was an avid reader of world and church history, and he liked to fish and tend livestock.
Survivors include his wife, Noma, of Firth; children, Jeanette (husband, Larry) Esplin and Warren (wife, Gloria) Tew, both of Salt Lake City, Sonja (husband, Larry) Quigg of Idaho Falls, Kent (wife, Darlene) Tew of Sundance, Wyo., Bruce (wife, Muriel) Tew of Gardner, Colo., Craig (wife, Bonnie) Tew of Altamont, Utah, Tammy (husband, Kent) Laird of Kemmerer, Wyo., Becky (husband, Jim) Layton of Pocatello, Kurtis (wife, Karla) Tew of Firth, and Marlene (husband, Todd) Smith of Lewiston, Idaho; three sisters, Reba Johnson of Logan, Utah, Inez Nalder of Shelley, and Vivian Dredge of Mesa, Ariz.; a brother, Floyd Tew of Spokane, Wash.; 48 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildrend. He was preceded in death by two brothers, two sisters, and two grandchildren.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
July 14, 1993SHELLEY _ Earl Hill Tew, 73, of Basalt, died July 12, 1993, at an Idaho Falls care center.
He was born May 4, 1920, at Leslie, to Warren S. and Vera Hill Tew. They moved to the Shelley area when he was 5, where he attended the Stanton School and graduated from Shelley High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
On July 9, 1942, he married Beth Lui Johnson in the Logan, Utah, LDS Temple. He farmed and ranched in the Shelley area. They lived in Idaho Falls, Blackfoot and Shelley.
He was an active member of the LDS Church and served as bishop, in the Shelley Stake presidency, and as a missionary in Tonga and the Hawaiian Islands. He was a former member of the Teton Peaks Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
Survivors include his wife of Idaho Falls; children, Carol Esplin of Battle Mountain, Nev., Maureen Squires, Bonnie Tew, Mark Tew and David Tew, all of Idaho Falls, Lorna Cook of Declo, Paul Tew of Rexburg, Norman Tew of Shelley, and Darrell Tew of Yakima, Wash.; two brothers and three sisters, Rodney Tew of Firth, Floyd Tew of Clayton, Wash., Reba Johnson of Smithfield, Utah, Vivian Kelley of Mesa, Ariz., and Inez Nalder of Shelley; 41 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
June 7, 2001Beth Luie Johnson Tew, 81, of Idaho Falls, died June 4, 2001, in Idaho Falls following a brief illness. She was born Dec. 24, 1919, in Idaho Falls, to Oscar W. Johnson and Lucina "Luie" Weaver Johnson.
She attended schools in Idaho Falls and moved to Shelley when she was 15. She graduated from Shelley High School.
On July 9, 1942, she married Earl Hill Tew in the Logan, Utah, LDS Temple. They farmed and ranched in the Shelley area for many years, where they raised their family. After her husband' s death in 1993, she moved to Idaho Falls to make her home.
An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in all the auxiliaries. Genealogy and temple work were important parts of her church service. She played the piano and organ for services and programs throughout her life.
Survivors include her children, Coral (LaMaun) Esplin of Battle Mountai?? Nev., Maureen Squires, Bonny (Cordell) Green, David (Barbara) Tew and Mark Tew, all of Idaho Falls, Lorna (Vaughn) Cook of Declo, Idaho, Paul (Martha) Tew of Rexburg, Norman (Brenda) Tew of Shelley, and Darrell (Joann) Tew of Yakima, Wash.; brothers and sisters, Walden Johnson of Pleasant Grove, Utah, Lin Johnson, Kim Johnson, Tebbin Johnson, Peggy Scott and Dixie Johnson, all of Idaho Falls, Merle Johnson of Hesperia, Calif., Kirma Smith of Twin Falls, Gretchen Egbert of Lincoln, Neb., and Linda Mansfield of Midvale, Utah; 43 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister.
The Herald Journal (Logan, UT)
December 31, 2009Our dear mother, Reba Mabel Tew Johnson of Logan, Utah, passed away in the loving arms of her family and the care of Alpine Hospice on Sunday Dec. 27, 2009.
Reba was born on April 21, 1922, in Leslie, Idaho. She was the fifth of nine children born to Warren and Vera Tew. Her family moved to Shelley, Idaho, before she was 3 years old and that was where she spent her childhood, working and playing alongside her brothers and sisters on their family farm. She attended Stanton School through the eighth grade and graduated from Shelley High School in May of 1940.
She married her high school sweetheart, Blaylock Johnson, in 1940 and was sealed to him in 1941 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. In 1945, Blaylock was activated into military service, leaving Reba to care for their four young children. When he returned, they continued to rear a family and run a farm in Shelley and later in Blackfoot, Idaho. In 1963, Blay and Reba moved their family to Smithfield, Utah, to begin a new life as students at Utah State University. They graduated together from the USU College of Education in 1966. She taught sixth grade for one year at Lakeview Elementary School in Brigham City, Utah, before returning to Utah State with her husband to obtain a master's degree. In 1969, they both completed their master's degree in special education and started their teaching careers.
During the next two decades, she taught school at Summit, North Park and Park Elementary schools in the Cache County School District. She had a profound impact on many students with learning challenges, as she had a great desire to see them achieve their potential.
When she retired in 1988, she and Blay filled their life with new adventures. They traveled extensively, enjoying each new experience and place they visited. In 1989, they accepted a call to serve in the Coventry, England, mission. They treasured the time spent together in England, working, serving and making friends that would last a lifetime. When they returned, they served as officiators in the Logan LDS Temple for nine years. She spent her lifetime serving her church, her friends and her beloved family. She found joy in her growing posterity, taking an active interest their lives.
She is survived by her 10 children: Steven (Amy) Honeyville, Utah; Marilyn Beck (Darrell) Idaho Falls, Idaho; Brent (Marilyn) Ogden, Utah; Sheryl Roper Hodges, North Logan, Utah; Lynette Dickey (David) Millville, Utah; Nolan, Redondo Beach, Calif.; Bryce (Robyn) Boise, Idaho; Rosemary Christiansen (Clair) Newton, Utah; Bryan (Debbie) Orem, Utah; Ranae Wyatt (Gary) Emporia, Kan. She is also survived by a sister, Vivian Dredge-Washington, Utah; 38 grandchildren and 65 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a son-in-law, Spencer Roper; two grandchildren, Raymond and Shane Johnson; three sisters, Klea, Elaine and Inez; and four brothers, Rodney, Earl, Floyd and Orson.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
December 5, 2006Blaylock Johnson, of Logan, passed away, surrounded by many loving family members, at his home in Logan on December 1, 2006.
Born December 24, 1921, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, he was the third of seven children born to Clarence Frithiof and Annie Blaylock Johnson. Blaylock attended Eagle Rock Elementary in Idaho Falls and High School in Shelley, Idaho, graduating in 1940.
He married his high school sweetheart, Reba Tew, in 1940. In 1941, he was sealed to her in the Salt Lake Temple. Near the end of World War II, in 1945, he was activated into military service as a Rifleman Instructor at Fort Hood, Texas. In serving his country, he left his wife and four young children at home.
Blay was a retired farmer and schoolteacher. His farming years were on the family farms and dairy north of Shelley. During the early to mid-1950s, he helped develop and operate a large potato growing operation west of Blackfoot. Later, he worked a smaller farm north of Blackfoot.
In 1963, he moved his family to Smithfield, Utah, to begin a new life as a university student and, eventually, a teacher for 20 years. He and Reba graduated together from the USU College of Education in 1966. In 1969, they completed Master's degrees in Special Education. He taught in Brigham City, at Utah State University and at Sandridge Junior High School in Roy. He is remembered for his compassion with and great ability to assist students who often found school difficult. Former students credit him for their success in school and life.
Blaylock was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served in many capacities, including Bishopric, High Priest leader and teacher. His scouting began at a young age, and at age 16 he received the rank of Eagle Scout. Later, he worked as a Scout leader with different Scout groups in the Teton Peaks Council. He was an experienced backpacker and fisherman. He often hiked with Scout troops into the Teton wilderness and the Bechler area of Yellowstone. He received the Silver Beaver award for dedicated service to youth.
After retirement at 65, Blaylock and Reba were able to make several trips, visiting many parts of the world. They made new friends wherever they traveled. Between 1989 and 1991, Blay and Reba served in the Coventry England Mission. For nine years after their mission, they were officiators in the Logan Temple.
Family members will remember him as a gracious, loving and kind father and husband who demonstrated unconditional love and compassion to all. He was never too busy to spend time with children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Even as he knew the time was nigh, he was often heard to inquire as to the well-being of family members. He helped make these moments on earth more pleasant and meaningful for friends and family.
Blaylock is survived by his wife of 65 years, Reba Tew; and their 10 children, Steven (Amy) Johnson of Honeyville, Utah, Marilyn (Darrell) Beck of Idaho Falls, Brent (Marilyn) Johnson of Ogden, Utah, Sheryl (Kirk) Roper Hodges of North Logan, Utah, Lynette (David) Dickey of Millville, Utah, Nolan Johnson of Redondo Beach, Calif., Bryce (Robyn) Johnson of Boise, Rosemary (Clair) Christiansen of Newton, Utah, Bryan (Debbie) Johnson of Orem, Utah, and Ranae (Gary) Wyatt of Emporia, Kan.; 38 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; a brother, Rene Johnson; and a sister, Janice Muir.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two grandchildren; brother, Don; and three sisters, Faun, Ruth and Ilogene
Idaho Spokesman-Review (Coeur d'Alene, ID)
January 31, 1998No service will be held for Floyd Tew, a Deer Park-area auctioneer and cattle dealer, who died Tuesday. Lauer Funeral Home in Deer Park is in charge of arrangements and cremation.
Mr. Tew, 73, was born in Mackay, Idaho.
In 1944, he married Shirley Pattee of Idaho Falls. They managed a farm near Shelley, Idaho, ran a small grocery store in Woodville, Idaho, and operated a dairy farm in Sandpoint.
They moved to the Deer Park area in 1954, and owned and operated the Deer Park Livestock Auction until 1977 at which time they bought the Colville (Wash.) Livestock Auction.
Mr. Tew later bought a 40-acre farm in the Deer Park-Clayton area. He continued to raise, buy and sell cattle until he retired in 1995.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Ralph Tew of Mead; a daughter, Kathleen Ranae Burdette of Deer Park; three sisters, Reba Johnson of Logan, Utah, Vivian Dredge of Mesa, Ariz., and Inez Nalder of Shelley, Idaho; and two grandchildren.
The Herald Journal (Logan, UT)
December 31, 2015Afton Burtenshaw Tew passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015, after 86 years of vibrant life.
Afton lived a remarkable life, filled with constant service and love for all mankind. Afton was born April 5, 1929, the fourth of six children, in a log cabin in Shelton, Idaho, to John and Dale Burtenshaw.
She spent her childhood working hard on her family's dairy farm. Afton excelled at Ucon High School where she played saxophone, served as studentbody president and valedictorian. She then attended Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho, where she met Orson Tew. Afton became an accomplished pianist and often accompanied Orson as he performed beautiful vocal solos.
Afton married her sweetheart and eternal companion, Orson Tew, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on Jan. 12, 1951. During the early years of their marriage, they lived in Idaho, Utah and California while Orson completed bachelor, master's and doctorate degrees. In 1962, they moved to what became their cherished home in North Logan.
Afton is the mother of five children: Roger (Paula), Risa (Bruce) Jorgensen, Rochelle (Doug) Reid, Ryan (Pam) and Robert.
Afton and her family lived in Bolivia from 1966-69 where Orson was on assignment from USU to work with the Bolivian government. The LDS Church was in its infancy in Bolivia, and among Afton's callings was the development of the church's youth programs throughout the country. This often required that Afton translate church materials from English to Spanish. Afton loved to travel and to see the world with her family. Together they visited dozens of countries, which instilled in her children a love of all people.
Afton became a young single mother when Orson passed away in 1974. She worked hard to support sons on missions and to provide for her growing family. Afton began as a volunteer with the International Student wives at Utah State University and later was appointed USU director of the International Student Office, a position she held until 2000. During her years of employment, Afton counseled, assisted and loved thousands of students from all over the world. The International Lounge at USU is named in honor of both Orson and Afton. Orson had been the original director of the USU International Student Office. Afton received recognition from around the world for her work with the International Students and was often asked to speak at national and international conventions as the honored guest.
Afton was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her callings included serving as a temple worker, choir director, organist, ward and stake Young Women president and teacher. Afton possessed the gift of inspiring others by her example of service, kindness for all and her unwavering testimony. Afton's greatest joys came from her family, the gospel, beautiful music, learning, enjoying the beauties of nature and helping others.
Afton is survived by her five children and their spouses, 26 wonderful grandchildren, 26 precious great-grandchildren and her brother Robert Burtenshaw.
She was preceded in death by her beloved Orson, granddaughter Marissa Tew, her parents, one brother and four sisters.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
October 5, 2008ST. GEORGE, Utah -- Roy Dredge, 83, of St. George, Utah, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, at his home.
He was born May 30, 1925, in Goshen, Idaho, to Richard Henry and Esther Marilla Heward Dredge.
He managed the Idaho Potato Growers Fresh Shed for 10 years. He was a potato buyer for the R.T. French Company and Pillsbury for 28 years. He retired in 1990.
He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held many positions including Scout Master, Explorer advisor, ward clerk and a member of the high priest presidency.
He will be missed by many.
Survivors include his wife, Vivian Tew Dredge of St. George, Utah; children, Allan Roy (Caroline) Dredge of Sunnyvale, Calif., Jolene (Bob) Lancaster of Port Lavaca, Texas; Donald (Kathy) Dredge of Idaho Falls, Darla (Randy) Richards of Blackfoot, Terry (Evelena) Dredge of Ammon and Tina Jensen of Idaho Falls; brothers, Jay Dredge of Las Vegas and Talbot Dredge of Columbia, Ore.; 16 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jovenia June Coram Dredge; a son, Curtis; a grandchild, Robyn; two sisters; and seven brothers.
Arizona Republic
December 22, 1981Mesa - Services foir Joseph M. Kelly, 51, who was a district supervisor for Kentucky Fried Chicken, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2300 W. Javalina.
Mr. Kelly moved to Mesa in 1971 from California and died Dec. 21, 1981, in Desert Samaritan Hospital. played football for Utah State University and won the expert marksman badge while in the Army Corps of Engineers. He served as historical clerk in the Alma LDS Third Ward and as a Sunday school superintendent in Bakersfield, Calif.
Survivors include his wife, Vivian; children, Marshal Payne, Julie Winn, Laura, Carol and David; three grandchildren; a brother and two sisters.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
May 20, 2004On May 18, 2004, Inez Ella Tew Nalder was called back to her Heavenly home. Inez was born December 29, 1931, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Warren S. and Vera Hill Tew. She was the youngest of nine children.
She grew up in Shelley and attended the Stanton School through eighth grade. She graduated from Shelley High School and attended Ricks College and was a member of the Acappella Choir.
On May 29, 1952, she married her childhood sweetheart, Gary L. Nalder, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple.
Inez was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she served in many callings, including the Primary Board and Relief Society President of the Shelley 3rd Ward. She taught private kindergarten for 18 years at Nalder's Childgarden.
She will be remembered fondly by many for her kindness and loving nature, as well as her service and generosity. She enjoyed doing all types of crafts and was especially gifted in calligraphy.She is survived by her five children: Lori (Dave) Everett of Shelley, Lance (Pam) Nalder of Idaho Falls, Greg (Kathy) Nalder of Star, Idaho, Lisa (Craig) Geary of Shelley, and Nicole Nalder of Salt Lake City, Utah; two sisters, Vivian (Roy) Dredge and Reba (Blaylock) Johnson; 22 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers, Floyd, Orson, Earl and Rodney Tew; sisters, Elaine Tew and Klea Blake; and one granddaughter, Kiely Geary.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
August 13, 2004MOSES LAKE, Wash. - Leah Hill Rowbury, of Moses Lake Wash. died Aug. 10, 2004, at the home of her son in Provo, Utah, of complications of diabetes.She was born Dec. 17, 1915, in Mapleton, Utah, to Emil Doyle Hill and Blanche Whiting Hill.She lived in Leslie, Idaho, and Mapleton, Utah, in her childhood, and later lived in Goshen, Idaho.
On June 23, 1933, she married Virgil Rowbury in the Manti Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They had ten children. They farmed in Shelley, Osgood, Lost River and Sterling, Idaho, and moved to the Columbia Basin in 1954, where they farmed and lived in Moses Lake and Warden, Wash. She drove a school bus in Warden, and she and her husband were custodians at the Warden Ward chapel. She served in her church in Relief Society, Primary and Young Women's Associaton. She and her husband served a full time mission in Askov, Minn., and worked for many years in the Seattle LDS temple.
She loved to make quilts and made many pretty quilts and afghans for family and friends. Leah was always willing to help anyone who needed her; she will be missed by all who knew her.Survivors include her children, Blanche Stauffer of Ogden Utah, Lynn (Dora) Rowbury of Aberdeen Idaho, GaNene (Alvin "Guy") Nelson of Moses Lake, Lyle (Naomi) Rowbury of Katy, Texas, Marie (Theron) Sainsbury of Moses Lake, Roger (Rose) Rowbury of Provo, Utah, Yvonne (Gary) Lawson of Moses Lake, Darrell (Judy) Rowbury of Hermiston, Ore, Marlene (Dennis) Klemmer of Moses Lake and LaRon (Elizabeth) Rowbury of Citrus Heights, Calif.; 61 grandchildren; 162 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great grandchildren; three sisters, Maxine Jensen, Rowene Elder, and Grace Killpack; and four brothers, Newell Hill, Keith Hill, Marion Hill and Reed Hill.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil; one sister; three brothers; two grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; two sons-in-law and one grandson-in-law.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
August 27, 1998Virgil Peter Rowbury, 86, longtime Warden, Wash., resident, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 1998, at Othello Community Hospital following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel in Warden.
Virgil was born June 30, 1912, in Shelley, Idaho, to William Henry and Edna (Christensen) Rowbury. While in high school he met his sweetheart, Leah Hill. They were married June 23, 1933, in the Logan Temple. Together they became the proud parents of ten children.
Virgil loved his chosen occupation, which was farming. As a youth he won the award for being the fastest spud picker. While in Idaho they farmed in Osgood, Lost River and Sterling. In April of 1953 he moved his family to Moses Lake, where they continued to farm. After he retired he continued his love by growing a bounteous garden every year, assisting his son Darrell with his apple orchard, taking care of the church farm water, and helping his son-in-law Dennis move land leveling equipment.
He was very active in the LDS Church all his life, serving as a stake missionary, in the Young Men's presidency, and numerous other positions. After retiring, he and his wife served a full time mission in Minneapolis, Minn., and eight and a half years as temple workers at the Seattle Temple.
Music was another great love of his. He had a beautiful tenor voice, which he used to entertain his family and anyone else who came around. He took voice lessons after he retired and singing in the church choir was one of the highlights of his life. His numerous grandchildren gave him great joy, even up to the very end. During their visits he could be found using his sense of humor to tease and play with them. His honesty and sound advice will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Leah Hill Rowbury; two brothers, Rex and Floyd Rowbury; three sisters, June Cornia, Pearl Gardner, and Edna Thompson; five daughters and their spouses, Blanche and Ken Stauffer of Clearfield, Utah, GaNene and Alvin J. Nelson of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Marie and Theron Sainsbury, Yvonne and Gary Lawson, and Marlene and Dennis Klemmer, all of Moses Lake; five sons and their spouses, Lynn and Dora of Aberdeen, Idaho, Lyle and Naomi of Katy, Texas, Roger and Rose of Provo, Utah, Darrell and Judy of Hermiston, Ore., and LaRon and Elizabeth of Citrus Heights, Calif.; 63 grandchildren; 90 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Henry and Edna Rowbury; brothers, Denzel, Francis, Dayton and Edwin Rowbury; three sisters, Lucille Hillman and May and Ruth Rowbury; one son-in-law, Albert Wayne Cooper; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
October 3, 1995Sherid Sommer Lindsey, 81, of Idaho Falls, a longtime employee of Westinghouse, died Oct. 1, 1995, at Idaho Falls Care Center following a lingering illness.
He was born Dec. 6, 1913, in Ammon, to James William and Emma Adelaide Sommer Lindsey. He attended schools in Ammon, Iona and Osgood. He respected and loved animals, and as a youth rode horses without halter or bridle, guiding them by the manee; or he liked to stand on the horse's back and ride, jumping off whenever he chose.
On July 27, 1937, he married Fern Hill in the Logan, Utah, LDS Temple. Following their marriage, he farmed in Osgood, then moved to Idaho Falls and worked as a body and fender man for Smith-Hart Chevrolet for 12 years. He was then employed by Westinghouse for 22 years, retiring at 65. He then drove school bus for the Idaho Falls School District until he was 70. From then on, he and his wife wintered in Overton, Nev. She died June 14, 1990, and their son, Doyle James, also preceded him in death.
An active member of the LDS Church, his various positions included secretary of the elders quorum and he was serving the Sunday school presidency at the time of his death. He and his wife served a mission to Atlanta, Ga., and while there they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He also worked in the Scouting program.
On Oct. 27, 1990, he married Phyllis M. Clark in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They enjoyed dancing at senior citizen centers, taking car rides and dining in local restaurants. His favorite hobby was gardening, he was an avid fisherman, and enjoyed music. A kind, gentle person, his keen sense of humor brought happiness and smiles to many.
Survivors include his wife of Idaho Falls; children, Sherid LaVaughn Lindsey of Provo, Utah, Mrs. Lee (Dana Joy) Edwards of Grangeville, and Mrs. Jay (LeeAnn) Wells of Woodville; two sisters, Myrtle Jenkins and Cleah "Teed" Clark, both of Idaho Falls; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
May 11, 2013Clint Clifford Jensen, 97, of Rexburg, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013, at his home.
He was born March 29, 1916, in Canyon Creek, Idaho, to Margaret McKinley and Peter Jensen. He was the 10th of 10 children.
On Nov. 28, 1940, he was sealed for time and eternity to Maxine Hill. They were blessed with nine children: six boys and three girls. They farmed in Milo before moving to Rexburg. He worked for Idaho Potato Growers and Simplot until he retired.
Clint was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He had a great love of the Scouting program and working with youth. He served more than 20 years in various scouting positions.
He served two missions with his wife -- the first to Ghana, Africa, and the second to Darien, Ga. They also loved serving for 20 years together in the Idaho Falls Temple.
He is survived by his wife, Maxine, of Rexburg; his children, Kenneth Jensen of Plymouth, Utah, Dwight (Sherlynn) Jensen of Pocatello, Jackie (Neal) McCleary of South Jordan, Utah, Janele (Lorin) Hales and Max (Janell) Jensen, both of Sugar City, Jeanette (Tim) Ricks of Rexburg, and Rick (Janine) Jensen of Hyrum, Utah; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
Clint was preceded in death by three of his children, Layne, Gary and Denice.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
March 24, 2015Rowene Hill Elder, 93, of Idaho Falls, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2015, at The Gardens of Rigby Assisted Living Center.
Rowene entered this world shortly after her twin brother, Robert, on Oct. 31, 1921, in Leslie, Idaho, to Doyle Hill and Blanche Whiting Hill. She grew up in eastern Idaho and graduated from Ammon High School in 1939.
On July 12, 1941, she married her high school sweetheart, Ivon Arthur Elder, in Las Vegas. They were sealed in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple two years later. They made their home in Redondo Beach, Calif., during World War II.
After the war, they moved to Idaho Falls. Together, they had six children. Rowene was the secretary, finance chairman and general support for their business, Elder's Concrete Burial Vaults. They worked this business together for 30 years before retiring.
As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Rowene served in various capacities over the years. She and her husband served a mission to the Navajo Nation in Gallup, N.M.
Upon returning, they finished building an eight-sided home overlooking Swan Valley. When her husband became ill with cancer, they sold this property and moved to Idaho Falls, where Ivon died on Nov. 29, 1997. Rowene sold this house and moved to an apartment on Woodruff Avenue, where she spent many happy years surrounded by friends and family.
When her memory began to fade, she moved to The Gardens Assisted Living Center in Rigby.
Rowene loved to sew, camp, fish and snowmobile. A large garden was important to her, and in the fall, she would keep the kitchen full of canning aromas. She was a serious genealogist, and even in her 80s, she learned to use a computer to continue doing what she loved. Emailing was a delight for her and always seemed magical.
Rowene is survived by her daughters, Linda (Wayne) Harris of Rigby, Kaye (the late Dr. Del) Proctor of Medford, Ore., and Kim (Kelly) McDaniel of Moscow, Idaho; sons, Duane (Sharon) Elder of Idaho Falls and Mitchell (Davena) Elder of Eugene, Ore.; sisters, Maxine Jensen of Rexburg and Grace Killpack of Idaho Falls; brothers, Newell (Delma) Hill of Bel Aire, Kan., and Marion (Karen) Hill of Richland, Wash.; 18 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death are her parents, Doyle and Blanche Hill; her husband, Ivon; a daughter, Jaylene Fullmer; a great-granddaughter, Rachel Sudweeks; five brothers, Melvin, Robert, Lawrence, Keith and Reed Hill; and two sisters, Leah Rowberry and Fern Lindsay.
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Grace Hill Killpack, 93, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2019, at her home. She was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice.
Grace was born on Oct. 1, 1925, in Darlington, Idaho to Emile Doyle and Blanche Whiting Hill. She spent her first 2 ½ years in Goshen, Idaho. The family then moved to Osgood where she graduated from 8th grade in 1939. She graduated from Ammon High School on April 13, 1943. She enjoyed music and took 2 years of Alto Saxophone in high school.
On Dec. 4, 1943, she married her sweetheart, Vernal Elis Killpack, in Milo, Idaho by Bishop Stanley H. Loe. Their marriage was later solminized in the Idaho Falls Temple on Jan. 11, 1956. To this union 5 children were born: Brent, Karen, Delwin, Marilyn and Ranee. They farmed in the Osgood area for 23 years. They moved to Shelley in 1961. Vernal passed away on Mar. 24, 2003.
She started work at Idaho Supreme in Firth, where she worked for 9 years. In 1976, she went to the RT French Company. After her husband retired in 1989, they moved to Idaho Falls. They loved to travel to St. George, UT, where they spent many winters.
Grace was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many positions within the church some are primary chorister, visiting teacher, mutual teacher and counselor in the Relief Society. When she graduated from primary in Osgood, they called her the primary queen.
She had many hobbies she enjoyed in her spare time some are camping, traveling, square dancing and rodeos. However, her pride and joy were her family. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, going to dinner.
She is survived by her children: Karen (Joeseph) Smalls of Nampa, ID, Delwin (Kristee) Killpack of Shelley, ID, and Renee (David) Peery of Ammon, ID; sister, Maxine Jensen of Rexburg, ID; 2 brothers: Newell Hill of Kansas City, KS and Marion Hill of Washington; 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vernal Killpack; son, Norman Brent Killpack; daughter, Marilyn Snell; granddaughter, Nesha Ann; and a great-grandson, Keian Sanders.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
March 27, 2003Ellis Vernal "Bud" Killpack, 79, of Idaho Falls, died March 24, 2003, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
He was born March 17, 1924, in Idaho Falls to Ellis Killpack and Hazel Petersen Killpack. He grew up in Osgood, attended schools in Osgood and Ammon, and graduated from Ammon High School.
On Dec. 4, 1943, he married Grace Hill in Milo, Idaho. Their marriage was solemnized Jan. 11, 1956, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He served in the Army for two years at the end of World War II. He farmed in the Osgood area for 23 years. They moved to Shelley in 1961 and he worked for the R. T. French Co. until retiring in 1989. They later moved to Idaho Falls. He pulled their trailer to St. George, Utah, where they spent many winters.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved to work on his truck. He also enjoyed spending time in Island Park, cutting fire wood, working in his yard and with animals, especially horses.
Survivors include his wife, Grace Killpack of Idaho Falls; children, Karen (Joseph) Smalls of Boise, Delwin (Kristee) Killpack of Shelley, Marilyn Snell of Idaho Falls and Ranee (David) Peery of Am-mon; two sisters, Norma Russell and Leora Wagoner, both of Idaho Falls; four brothers, Wayne (Joyce) Killpack of Firth, Martell (Theda) Killpack of Ammon, and Garry (Diane) Killpack and Dale (Carol) Killpack, both of Firth; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Norman Brent; and a granddaughter, Nesha Ann.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
January 24, 1994Lawrence "Larry" Hill, 66, of Idaho Falls, died Jan. 23, 1994, at his home of cancer.
Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
December 8, 2011Joan Harris Hill, 79, of Idaho Falls, passed away Monday, Dec. 5, 2011, at her home. She was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice.
Joan was born Feb. 27, 1932, three minutes after her twin sister, in Ririe to Arthur C. Harris and Verna May Layman. She grew up and attended schools in Ririe. In 1950, she graduated from Ririe High School.
On April 4, 1951, she married Lawrence A. Hill in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He passed away Jan. 23, 1994.
Joan's adult life was spent in Idaho Falls. After her children left home, she worked part time at the Elks Club, and she also made quilts for the LDS church's humanitarian services.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Joan enjoyed making quilts for each of her children and grandchildren. Her home was always open to anyone who stopped by. They were always offered a meal and a place to stay.
She is survived by her sons, Richard D. (Linda) Hill of Boise, Douglas A. (Julia) Hill of Portland, Ore., Wendell L. (Debbie, deceased) Hill of Boise, Wayne D. (Kathy) Hill of Idaho Falls and Jay (Ann) Hill of Boise; daughters, Beverly (Thomas) Sanford of Pocatello, Lorraine (James) Eyring of Milton-Freewater, Ore., and Maureen (John) Strausbaugh of Idaho Falls; 23 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; brothers, Arlen (Lois) Harris of California and Paul (Kathy) Harris of Utah; and a sister, Ilene Bagley of Idaho Falls.
Besides her husband and her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her twin sister, Jean Hammon; and a brother, Reed Harris.
The Sacramento Bee (CA)
April 20, 2008HILL, O. Keith Of Roseville, CA, April 16, 2008, born in Osgood, ID, age 73 years.
Beloved husband of Sherri Hill. Loving father of Gregory Hill, Audrey (Fred) Lopez, Michael Hill and Marci (Jack) Fanning. Proud grandfather of 9. Brother of Newell Hill, Reed Hill, Marion Hill, Rowene Elder, Grace Kilpack, Maxine Jensen, Fern Lindsey, Leah Rowbury, Robert Hill, Melvin Hill and the late Larry Hill.
Keith and Sherri were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1964 and they continued to be active members in the LDS Church. He was an avid woodworker and honorably served in the U.S. Navy, he learned to love kitty cats and they made him laugh a lot.
Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
January 16, 2005Virla Whiting Whiting 21 Jan. 1919 - 13 Jan. 2005
Virla Whiting was the daughter of William H. Whiting and Leila Hill Whiting and stepdaughter of Marva Whiting. She passed away January 13, 2005, of natural causes.
She lived a long and productive, loving, and busy life. There was no one who knew her, who did not come to love her. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions there.She worked many jobs in her life, the two major ones being in nursing at Utah State Hospital, and she was working at Wal-Mart, where she had many friends. She is survived by three brothers and one sister: Don Whiting, Ned Whiting, Harold Whiting, and Norma Whiting Keim.
She was preceded in death by one brother and one sister and her parents and her stepmother.
She had four children: Dennis Gore, William Webster, Marva Webster, and Judy Gore Lent. She had 18 grandchildren: Marcy Bailey, Brandon Gore, Cody Gore, Jerome Gore, Jessica Balser, Shannon Sermershine, Misty Fobau, Talene Hubbard, Autumn Webster, Landon Webster, Mikele Webster, Sarah Olsen, Will Webster, Dal Lent, Aaron Lent, Shawn Lent, Tanya Lent Hagel, and Daniel Lent. She has 28 great-grandchildren.
The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
September 7, 2011Harold Hill Whiting passed away peacefully at the home of his daughter, JoAnne Woolley, September 3, 2011. He was born on March 11, 1921 in Mapleton, Utah to William Henry Whiting and Leila Hill.
He graduated from Springville High School in 1939. He married Joyce Lee, his childhood sweetheart in the Salt Lake Temple on February 16, 1944. They had six children, 31 grandchildren and 64 great grandchildren.
Harold was called to serve a LDS mission in Northern California and left for the mission field on December 8, 1941. His farewell was Sunday, December 7 (Pearl Harbor Day). Harold completed his mission, married Joyce and enlisted into the Army Air Force to be a pilot. He was protected from the ravages of war and was discharged without being deployed to combat.
He is known for his willingness to come to the aid of others, for his honesty and his hard work ethic. He was a Master Electrician. He was very active in the LDS church throughout his life, very involved in family history work, and served a second mission with Joyce in Nauvoo, Illinois.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; brother, Ned and sister, Norma Keim. He is also survived by his and Joyce's children and their spouses; Sharon and Jay Cope, Richard and Judy, Bonnie and Kent Walpole, JoAnne and Dwayne Woolley, Robert and DeAnn, and Laurie and Paul Barney.
Preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and Don; sisters, Elna and Verla; and great granddaughter, Lindsay Cope.
The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
January 9, 2014Joyce Lee Whiting passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, JoAnne Woolley, on January 6, 2014 joining her eternal companion.
She was born on August 11, 1921 in Mapleton, Utah to William Frank Lee and Iva May Bradford. She lived in Mapleton until age 11 when her family moved to Spanish Fork. She graduated from Spanish Fork High School in 193
She married Harold Hill Whiting, her childhood/lifetime sweetheart in the Salt Lake Temple on February 16, 1944. They built a home in Mapleton where they resided for 60+ years. Her children were very important to her and through her example she taught them well how to serve others, work hard, be honest, and how to follow Christ's teaching. Throughout her life she was always active in the LDS church, being involved in both Primary and Relief Society, and served a mission with Harold in Nauvoo, Illinois after his retirement. They had six children, 31 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
She is survived by their children and their spouses; Sharon and Jay Cope, Richard and Judy, Bonnie and Kent Walpole, JoAnne and Dwayne Woolley, Robert and DeAnn, and Laurie and Paul Barney.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Frank and Gerald; and great granddaughter, Lindsay Cope.
The Springfield Herald
December 18, 1996Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Elna May Whitin Perry Feess, died at the Crestview Care Center in Provo, Utah, December 16, 1996, after a lingering illness. She was born March 15, 1923 to William H. Whiting and Leila Hill in Mapelton. She married Melvin D. Perry in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on October 22, 1941. They were later divorced. Elna then married John Walter Feess who provide for her until his death August 4, 1990. They were sealed in the Manti Temple, September 6, 1996.
Elna was a lifr-long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She held many church posituions with genealogy, youth and the Relief Society. Her employment was varied as she worked for many years at the Perry Seed Store, at the Utah State Hospital and sold Tupperware. She was a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers.
She is survived by her daughter, Pat (Randall) Purcell, Spanish Fork; thw sons: Mel D. (Suzanne) Perry, West Mont, IL; Jim D. (Debra) Perry, Corona, CA; two sisters: Norma (Dale) Keim, Provo; Virla (Vern) Whiting, Provo; four brothers: Harold (Joyce) Whiting, Mapleton; Melvin (Bessie) Whiting, Wood River, NE; Don (Connie) Whiting, Spoanish Fork; Ned (Carol) Whiting, Elk Ridge; 12 grandchildren (including step-grandchildren) and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, both of her husbands and a step-grandson.
The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
January 30, 1996Melvin D Perry, 74, of Seneca, Missouri, died January 26, 1996 due to cirrhosis of the liver in Joplin, Missouri.
Mel was born May 1, 1921 in Provo, Utah, a son of Darwin II and America De St. Jeor Perry. He married Elna Whitting on October 22, 1941 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were later divorced. Mel married Judith Losee February 25, 1970 in Evanston, Wyoming. Their marriage was solemnized on February 26, 1985 in the Provo LDS Temple.
Mel was educated in Utah and graduated from Provo High and later from Barber College in Salt Lake City. He served in World War II in evacuation ordinance unit. Upon returning, he went to work for Sears. He was both a service and customer service supervisor for 23 years. Mel then went to work as a jeweler for Bullock & Losee Jewelers, where he was employed until his retirement in 1985. Mel was an avid sportsman and the instrumental driving force in the origin of the Utah County Jeep Patrol.
Mel was a member of the LDS Church where he worked in Scouting and the Sunday School presidency. Mel held the office of an Elder at the time of his death.
Mel is survived by his wife of Seneca, Missouri; four sons and three daughters, Mel. D. Perry, Westmont, Ill. Mrs. Randal Purcell (Pat), Spanish Fork; Jim Perry, Corona, Calif.; Mrs. Gene Baumgartner (Sauna), Pleasant Grove, Roark Perry, Joplin, Mo.; Slade Perry, Provo; and Tara Perry, Seneca, Missouri; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Kay Hopkins (Norma); and two brothers, W. Dean Perry and Bob G. Perry
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John Walter Fees, 84, of Mapleton, died Saturday, August 4, 1990, at Mountain View Hospital. He was born November 15, 1905, in Wamego, Kansas, to John Albert and Bessie Opal Wierman Feess.
He married Blanche Maud Hoover, September 9, 1948. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She died in 1967. He married Elna Whiting Perry, November 5, 1970, in Salt Lake City.
He is survived by his wife, Mapleton; one step-daughter and two step-sons, Mrs. Randal (Pat) Purcell, Lake Shore; Melvin Perry, Jr., Willow Brook, Illinois; Jim Perry, Corona, California; 9 step-grandchildren; one sister, Marian Benish, Bradenton, Florida.
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Gloria Ruth Thorpe Whiting, 62, of Springville, died October 1, 1991, at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo.
She was born July 3, 1929, in Spanish Fork to Arthur Franklin and Jennie Mae Nielsen Thorpe. She married Melvin Leo Whiting, September 14, 1950, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were later divorced.
She is survived by four sons, Marcel Whiting, Houston; Rodney Whiting, Phoenix; Brent Whiting, Seattle; Mark Whiting, Springville; 11 grandchildren; three sisters, Arthella Warner, Salt Lake City; Norma Barneck, Clearfield; Rita Hardy, Springville. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Gordon & Jay.
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Norma was born in Mapleton, Utah, on February 27, 1927, to William Henry Whiting and Leila Hill Whiting. She was the fifth of seven children.
In December of 1945, Norma married Horace Dean Johnson in the Manti LDS Temple; he died a few months later.
Beloved Norma Leila Whiting Johnson passed away on February 11, 2014, after a long period of declining health. She was 86 years old.
Survived By: Her dear husband of 53 years, Dale Arnold Keim; her son, Wayne Potts (Patricia Slev); her step-children, Janet Keim (Stan Hess) and David Keim (Denise Keim); five beloved grandchildren: Kelly and Jerry Hess, Chad Keim, Nicole and Bryan Potts; and her youngest brother, Ned Whiting.
Preceded In Death By: Her parents and siblings: Virla, Harold, Elna, Melvin and Don Whiting.
Columbia Basin Herald (Moses Lake, WA)
December 29, 2008Don Ivan Whiting
Our loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle peacefully passed from this life early Friday morning, Dec. 26, 2008.
Don was born Jan. 20, 1929, to William Henry and Leila Hill Whiting in Mapleton, Utah. He graduated from Springville High School in 1947.
Don married his eternal companion, Corinne Jensen, on Nov. 16, 1950, in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with five children who brought him much joy. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was a recipient of the Purple Heart award.
He farmed his own property in Warden for more than 30 years. After his retirement from farming, he drove a school bus for nine years. He also worked repairing cars. He was a master handyman and could fix anything.
Don was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a high priest. He enjoyed his work as a ward and stake missionary, and as an ordinance worker in the Provo Temple. He gave of himself freely to his family, friends and neighbors.
He is survived by his sweetheart, Corinne; his children, Dr. Michael Don (Karen) Whiting, Alpine; DeAnn (Ron) Delabarre, Henderson, Nev.; Todd Jensen (Charlyn) Whiting, Enumclaw, Wash.; Jana Marie (Marvin) Finster, Springville; Mindy Nadine (Tracy) Anderson, Parker, Colo. He was adored by his 26 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Don is also survived by his brothers, Harold (Joyce) Whiting, Mapleton; Ned Whiting, Elkridge; and a sister, Norma (Dale) Kiem, Provo.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and two sisters.
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Ned Allison Whiting, most loved husband, father, and grandfather, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2015.
He was born in Mapleton, Utah, on January 9, 1932, to William Henry Whiting and Leila Hill Whiting.
Ned grew up on the farm in Mapleton, learning to work hard. He graduated from Springville High School in 1950. He graduated in 1954 from Utah State Agricultural College (now USU) in Logan, with a degree in Industrial Technology and ROTC.
He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force Strategic Air Command from 1954 through 1967, achieving the rank of Captain.
He served a LDS Church Building Mission as a general contractor. His career was spent as a store carpenter with ZCMI from where he retired.
Neds greatest interest was his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed gardening, carpentry, and loved working with his hands. He served everybody, cheerfully. He was a faithful caregiver to his dear wife through her last years. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various callings. He was a Stake Seventy and served in the Provo Temple for many years.
He is survived by two sons and six daughters: Rosemary (Oscar) Schultz, Scott (Debbie) Whiting, Susan (Kent) Mohlman, Craig (Linda) Whiting, Rhoda (Mike) Burch, Leila (Allen) Turner, Allison Whiting, and Carolyn (Del Ray) Bascom. Also survived by 33 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren, whom he adored.
Ned is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, three sisters, three brothers, his step-mother who raised him, Mary Marva Evans Johnson Whiting; and two great-grandsons.
The Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT)
March 8, 2001Carole Brough Whiting, 67, passed away March 7, 2001 peacefully at her home in Elk Ridge Utah, of natural causes, after a long illness.
She was born on September 19, 1933 to Chester and Lula Brough, in Bountiful Utah. Carole grew up in Bountiful and graduated from Davis High School in 1951. Carole attended Utah State Agricultural College (USU), where she met her sweetheart Ned Whiting. They were married on June 1, 1953, in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with eight children. Carole was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. She served in leadership and teaching positions in every church auxiliary, including Relief Society and YWMIA president. She was especially loved by the children she taught as a nursery leader. Carole was an instructor and sales leader with Tri-Chem for 35 years and was a regional director for over 20 years. Carole enjoyed DUP, genealogy, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She expressed her creativity through quilting, painting, crafts, gardening, sewing and homemaking. Carole loved quilting and shared the many quilts she made with her family, friends, and anyone in need. Carole was loving, generous, kind, and compassionate. She lived her life serving others.
Carole is survived by her husband, Ned A. Whiting, Elk Ridge UT; her children: Rosemary (Oscar) Schultz, Logan UT; Scott (Debbie) Whiting, Kearns UT; Susan (Kent) Mohlman, Murray, UT; Craig (Linda) Whiting, Mendon, UT; Rhoda (Mike) Burch, West Valley City, UT; Leila (Allen) Turner, Washington Terrace, UT; Allison Whiting, Ogden, UT; Carolyn (Del Ray) Bascom, Elk Ridge, UT; a brother and a sister; LaGrande (Julia) Brough, Logan, UT; Marie (Dennis) Nielson, Syracuse UT; Carole has 29 grandchildren and five and a half great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Chester R. and Lula R. Brough, a brother Delmar Brough and a sister Rhoda Ann Brough.
Carole will be greatly missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grand-children and those who knew and loved her.
The Daily Herald
January 8, 1974Funeral services for Roland Chase Hill, 73, of Springville, who died Sunday at his home of natural couses will be ...
Mr, Hill wa born Oct. 31, 1900 at Burrville, Sevier County, the son of Leonard A. and mable Marie Haskell Hill. He married Lucille Waters at Winnemucca, Nev. The marriage was solemnized later at the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
A forner resident of Mapleton and Payson, Mr. Hill came to Springville in 1945. He had served as secretary of the MIA and his Elders Quorum and as a home teacher for many years. At the time of his death he was a high priest.
He was employes at Geneva Steel Works prior to his retirement.
Survivors include his widow, three sons and six daughters, Fred A. Hill, Ontario, Calif.; Roland E. Hill, Granger; Charles Hill, Springville; Mrs. Milton (Phyllis) Bame, Carey Ida.; Mrs. Ralph (Elaine) Taylor, Oakley, Summitt County; Mrs. Alvin (Eva) Orchard, Ogden; Mrs. Thomas (Carol) Shepherd, Provo; Mrs, Clyde (Mary) Partridge and Mrs. DeVere (Velma) Simons, both of Springville; 28 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Frank (Lella) Romney, Layton and Mrs. Vera Tew, Logan; two half-brothers and six half-sisters, Leroy Hill, Payson; Merrill Hill, Chicago, Ill,; Mrs, Maureen Jones, St. George; Mrs. Edna Gale, Las Vegas, Nev.; Mrs. Paul (Lois) Burton and Mrs. Allan (Margaret Francis, both of Spanish Fork; Mrs. Richard (Emma Jean) Poll, Tacoma, Wash., and Mrs. LaMar (Ruth) Weight, Springville.
Standard-Examiner (Ogden, UT)
December 11, 2016Fred Alvin Hill, 89, passed away on December 9, 2016, in Layton, Utah. He was born March 9, 1927, in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Roland Chase and Lucille Waters Hill. He attended school in Payson, Utah.
Fred joined the Navy one day before his eighteenth birthday. When he returned from the Navy, he attended Brigham Young University.
Fred served a mission for the LDS Church in East Texas. After his mission, he worked for United Airlines and then, the California State Compensation Fund as a claims adjuster. Fred met Darlene St. John and they were married on December 3, 1977, in Las Vegas, Nevada. From this marriage, he raised a grandson, Kale St. John. Darlene passed away in 1991. Fred, then met and married, Florence Kite, the love of his life on November 20, 1992, in the Ogden LDS Temple. Florence had seven married children whom he became a devoted father to. He and Florence served for three years in the Ogden LDS Temple and together they served a mission in Washington D.C.
Fred enjoyed traveling, reading, playing games with his family, and his grandchildren. He and Florence have enjoyed spending the winter in Leeds, Utah.
Fred was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. He is survived by brother, Roland Elmo; and sister, Mary; step-children: Gary, Roberta (Skip), David (LaRae), Allen (Paula), Lori, Jack (Louise), Rick (Amy), also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The Times-News (Twin Falls, ID)
May 5, 2010CAREY - Phyllis Mable Bame, age 81, returned home to her Heavenly Father and to attend a long-awaited reunion with her earthly parents, husband, son and other family members on Thursday, April 29, 2010; surrounded by her children, she passed away peacefully at Welcome Home Assisted Living in Bountiful, Utah.
She was born April 23, 1929, in Payson, Utah, to Roland and Lucille Hill. Her childhood was spent in the Payson area, later moving to Springville, Utah. She attended schools in Payson and Springville. She was a graduate of Springville High School and a four-year graduate of LDS Seminary.
She married Milton Keith Bame in Sept. 1949. On April 18, 1970, they were sealed together for all time and eternity in the Idaho Falls Temple. In 1959, they moved from Utah to Carey, Idaho. She spent the majority of her life as a stay-at-home homemaker. She took on a part-time job cleaning a house to support three sons when they served missions. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as Primary president and many other callings in Relief Society and Sunday school. She enjoyed her calling in the library. She enjoyed quilting and making crafts. She enjoyed sewing and made many prom and bridesmaid dresses.
She is survived by her children, Keith (Nanette) Bame of Las Vegas, Nev., Karl (Shirley) Bame of Firth, Idaho, Charlotte (Bill) Blackhurst of Centerville, Utah, and Michael (Keri) Bame of Rupert, Idaho; several brothers and sisters; 21 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son, Raymond; sisters, Elaine and Carol; and two siblings that died in infancy.
The Times-News (Twin Falls, ID)
March 25, 2001Milton Keith Bame. 71, was born in Lindon, Utah, on Oct. 30, 1929, and died at St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center in Ketchum, Idaho, on March 21, 2001. He was the fifth of eight children born to George Ancel and Pearl May Bame.
Milton attended school in Utah and joined the Navy when he was 17-years-old. He served on Guam during the Korean Conflict. He married Phyllis Mable Hill in Payson, Utah on Sept. 23, 1949, and was sealed in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Idaho Falls Temple on April 18, 1970. The family moved to Carey, Idaho, in 1959, where Milton later worked at the Kraft cheese plant. He retired in 1986, after 25 years. He enjoyed golfing and loved spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Bame of Carey, Idaho; children, Keith Nanette Bame of Las Vegas, Nev., Karl Shirley Bame of Firth, Idaho, Raymond Sandra Bame of West Valley City, Utah, Charlotte Bill Blackhurst of Centerville, Utah, and Michael Valerie Bame of Burley, Idaho. He was very proud of his 21 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
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Retta Elaine Hill Taylor, 66, died January 6, 1997, in Provo, Utah, following a short illness. She was born November 6, 1930, in Payson, Utah, to Roland Chase and Lucille Waters Hill.
She married Ralph W Taylor July 9, 1948, in Springville, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Ogden Temple April 16, 1976. They were later divorced.
She is survived by her children: Julie and Harold, Queen Creek, AZ; Don and Marion, Murray, UT; Wendell and Merlene, Kearns, UT; Bonnie and Fred, Benjamin, UT; Rick and Lori, West Jordan, UT; Ross LeRoy, Provo, UT; Lyle and Vicky, Tempe, AZ; Clay and Edith, Sparks, NV; 35 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Fred and Florence Hill, St. George, UT; Phylis and Milton Bame, Carey, ID; Evan and Al Orchard, Clearfield, UT; Elmo and Jean Hill, West Valley City, UT; Charles and Janet Hill, Springville, UT.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Janet, a sister, Carol Shepard, and Ralph W Taylor.
Standard-Examiner (Ogden, UT)
December 30, 2013Eva Hill Orchard, 81, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2013. She was born on August 7, 1932 in Payson, Utah to Roland Chase and Lucille Waters Hill.
She married Alvin Gene Orchard on January 6, 1950 in Springville, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on October 14, 1966. Alvin passed away on January 2, 2004.
Eva was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed serving as an Ogden LDS
Temple worker. She loved the time she was able to volunteer at Davis Hospital for 20 years. She worked and retired from JC Penney's and worked at Walmart for a short time.
She enjoyed sewing, butmostly doing things for other people. Eva is survived by daughters, Karen (Rick) North, Ogden; Sharon (Terry deceased) Bisseger, Layton; and Eva Christene, Murray; eight grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, five sisters, and one brother.
The Daily Herald
October 29, 1991Carol Hill Shepherd, 53, of Provo, died October 27, 1991, in Provo.
She was born Dec. 24, 1937, in Payson, a daughter of Roland C. and Lucile Waters Hill. Dhe married Thomas Shepherd, May 26, 1956 in Elko, Nev. Their marriage was solomnized May 26, 1960, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He died in 1975.
She was raised in Springville where she attendedschools, graduating from Springville High School, She was employed at Barbizon.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, having served in the Sunday School and Primary in several positions. She and her husband served a stake missio.
She enjoyed sewing and gardening, especially carnations.
She is survived by three sons, Jeff L. Shepherd and Thomas B. Shepherd, both of Proco, and Dan A. Shepherd, Orem; three grandchildren; three brothers and five sisters, Fred Hill, California; Elmo Hill, West Valley; Charles Hill, Mrs. Clyde (Mary) Partridge and Velma Simons, all Springville; Mrs.Al (Eva) Orchard, Clearfield; Mrs. Milton (Phillis) Bame, Carey, Idaho; Elaine Taylor, Mesa, Ariz.
Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
July 12, 2011Clyde Lamar Partridge, 76 of Springville, Utah, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 9, 2011. He was born November 8, 1934 to Alma and Leona Tanner Partridge in Payson, Utah. He later lived in Goshen, Ut. where he was one of thirteen children. He married Mary Ann (Hill) Partridge October 20, 1956. They were later sealed for eternity in the Provo Temple October 10, 1975.
Together they raised two sons in Springville, Utah. He had a lifetime passion for music, family, friends, and helping all he came in contact with. He had a great love for the outdoors and hunting.
He is survived by his wife Mary, sons; Bryan(Susan)Partridge of Sandy, Doug(Sherie)Partridge of Levan, siblings; Paul(Shirley)Partridge, Annie(Brent)Hone, Dorothy Jewitt, Beth(Roy)Calhoun, Leah Towers.(13) Grandchildren and (19) Great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his parents, Brothers; Bill and Kenny and sisters; Dela, Mary, June and two infants.
Daily Herald (Provo, UT)
May 12, 2012Velma Lucille Hill Simons, returned to her Heavenly Father May 8, 2012. She was born September 15, 1941. She married Arthur Devere Simons and was later sealed to him for eternity in 1990 in the Manti LDS Temple. She was born in Payson, Utah and was a resident of Springville and Provo all her life. She was the daughter of Roland Chase Hill and Lucille Waters. She was always involved in Genealogy and family history. She also enjoyed visiting the temple quite often. She spent most of her time at home being a homemaker and always loved spending time with family. She was a valiant member of the LDS Church. Velma enjoyed reading, crocheting, and making blankets.
Velma was preceded in death by her parents, husband and their son Quincy, as well as her brother in law Clyde Partridge, sister Phyllis and her husband Milton Bame, her sister Elaine Taylor, sister Carol and her husband Tom Shepherd and 2 baby siblings.
She is survived by a brother Fred Hill, Clearfield, UT, a sister Eva Orchard, Clearfield, UT, a brother Elmo (Jean) Hill, West Valley City, UT, a sister Mary Partridge, Springville, a brother Charles (Janet) Hill, Springville, UT, she is also survived by her daughters Valerie Simons, Spanish Fork, UT, Kim Simons, Provo, UT, Angela (Dave) Burton, Springville, UT, Daphnie (Waylan) Nelson, Springville, UT, grandchildren Seth and Crystal Richmond, Malorie Sorrells, Dustin Sorrells, Melissa and Chris Madruga, Brooke Simons, Ava, Colton, Dakota Hutchinson, 5 great grandsons and 2great great granddaughters.
newspaper [probably in Idaho]
LaRue Clarke Nielsen, 68, 1344 Orchard Ave., Ogden, Utah, died Tuesday at her home of cancer.
She was born in Newton, Utah, to Lemuel Leon Clarle and Frances Caroline Anderson on March 13, 1914. She was raised in Logan, Utah. She moved to Hyrum, Utah and married Hervin Bernell Nielsen April 3, 1935, in the Logan, LDS Temple.
They moved to Downey and later To Pocatello. In 1961 they moved to Camarillo, Calif., and resided there until a year ago when they moved to Ogden, Utah.
Mrs. Nielsen was an active member of the LDS Church and hasd served in leadership positions in the Primary, Sunday school, Relief Society and young women's organizations. She also serbed as a temple supervisor in the Los Angeles Temple and currently was called to the Names Extraction Program. She was involved in the church dance program for 47 years. She loved all the arts in addition to dancing, sang with numerous musical groups in Utah, Idaho and California.
Continously engaged in church and civic activities, she was presented the "Womanhood" statuette in recognition of service rendered to others.
Surviors include her husband, Ogden, Utah; one son, Clarke B. Nielsen, Camarillo, Calif.; two daugters, Mrs. Richard (Carolyn) Broberg, Pocatello; and Mrs. Alan (Anna Louise) Medaris, Kaysville, Utah; and one sister, Mrs. Clark (Norna) Petersen, Ogden, Utah.
Corvallis Gazette-Times (OR)
May 7, 2008Betty J. Campbell of Corvallis died Sunday, May 4, in Philomath. She was 77.
Betty was born to Adolph H. and Emma M. Laufman Gerold in Norris, S.D., on July 23, 1930.
She married Clarke Albert Campbell on April 1, 1950, in Bellfountain.
Betty enjoyed playing cards, garage sales, wind chimes, TV soap operas, her coffee, hummingbirds and most of all her family. Purple was her favorite color.
Survivors include her sons, Cary and his wife, Karen, Jim and his wife, Linda, C.A. and his wife, Debbie, and Steve and his wife, Kim; daughters Karen and her husband, Jerry Curtis, and Kathy and her husband, Troy Woosley; brothers Anton, Adolph and Leslie Gerold; sisters Myrtle Olson, Joyce Kroush and Vivian Throneberry; 19 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarke, in 1986, and sister Maylene Bartram.
The World (Coos Bay, OR)
September 9, 2013Myron "Mike" Campbell � 84, of Coos Bay, died Sept. 7, 2013, in Coos Bay.
The Daily Review (Hayward, CA)
January 20, 2011Douglas Henry Campbell, age 79, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 14, 2011. Doug was born in Cedar City, Utah, and graduated from Ogden High School.
He married the love of his life, Libby Lucinda Shiro on July 3, 1955, in Great Falls, Montana.
They were the loving parents of Kelly, Corlee and Kenny Campbell. Doug's passion was golf. He worked as a professional at a course in Hayward, California, provided lessons and made specialized golf clubs.
Doug is survived by his eldest daughter Kelly Baker, (husband Roger ), grandsons Rael Briggs (wife Jennifer), and Kyle Baker, grandchildren Noah, Hanna and Lila, and son-in-law Dennis Briggs. He is also survived by his brothers, Mike of Coos Bay, Oregon and Gerry of St. George, Utah.
Doug's wife Libby, daughter Corlee and son Kenny preceded him in death.
57556. Gerald Richard Campbell
Find-a-Grave
ST. GEORGE, UTAH - Gerald Richard Campbell, beloved by the family, returned to his Heavenly Father on Monday, February 20, 2012 due to service connected disabilities obtained in his U.S. Air Force career from 1951 to 1967. He was born August 19, 1933 to Myron Moroni Campbell and Mildred Irene Clarke, the fourth of four boys and one girl.
He was a lifelong active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon entering the University of Oregon and AFROTC he married his sweetheart and eternal companion, Jeanne Frances Sater on October 15, 1954 in Eugene, Oregon at Jeanne's parents' home. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Oakland LDS Temple on January 9, 1956.
Gerry and Jeanne raised five children. His joy was his family. Countless camping trips and lake vacations highlighted a home where love was taught and felt. A love for God and His creations and hard work was instilled in each of his children. Together they had 21 grandchildren and 27 ½ great-grandchildren.
Gerry graduated from Mound Fort Elementary School, Ogden High School in 1951, and from the University of Oregon in 1955 where he received his Bachelors of Science. He then went on to receive two MBA's from The University of Southern California. He had famous coaches in football and track: John Mckay, Leu Cassinova, and Biss Bowerman.
To start their married life together Gerry and Jeanne moved to Rinston, North Carolina. In 1956 they went to Primary Flight School in the Air Force. Gerry flew many USAT military aircrafts: PA79, T-34, T-28, T-33, and F84F. Their military associations and experiences in Germany and other experiences remained cherished memories. Gerry served in many USAF assignments earning distinction and medals. By example he taught his family the joy that service in the military and in the church can bring.
Gerry's greatest loves were Jeanne, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He served in the military and in many church callings with grace. By example he taught his family the joy that service can bring. His legacy of faith, service, and work will be embraced by his family and remembered by those who knew him. He leaves this message for his golfing buddies, "Hit one and drag Gerry!"
Gerry was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers: Clarke and Douglas; his sister: Adele Wayman; and his son Richard Scott Campbell (age 53).
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Frances Sater Campbell; children: Robbe Dee (Christine Gardner) Campbell of Moreno Valley, California, Shelly (John) Hesch of Lehi, Utah, Shawn Alan (Dawn Marie) Campbell of Yakima, Washington, and Jennifer (John) Chapman of St. George, Utah; 21 grandchildren; and 27 ½ great-grandchildren.
Rocky Mountain News (CO)
March 15, 2002RUBY MAURINE ROWE, 94, of Lakewood died Feb. 5.
Services were Feb. 9, with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Rowe was born in Newton, Utah, on July 27, 1907. She married Gus F. Rowe, 1929.
Survivors include daughter Fay; sons Richard, John; two grandchildren.
Find-a-Grave
FAYE L. ROWE MILLER
April 22, 1936 - June 18, 2016
PRECEDED IN DEATH by parents Gus (1906 - 1984) and Ruby Rowe (1907 - 2002) and brother John Rowe (1943 - 2013).AMONG SURVIVORS: One sibling Richard (Jeanne) Rowe, daughter Maurine (Jeff) Pollock, grandson Benjamin Pollock, nephew Jason (Kelly) Rowe, great-nieces Ruby Ann Rowe and Emilyn Lucy Rowe,
The Denver Post (CO)
March 26, 2013John Francis Rowe, 69, passed away March 18. Born July 8, 1943.
Survived by 2 siblings, Richard Rowe and Faye Miller; niece Maurine (Jeff) Pollock; nephew Jason (Kelly) Rowe; great-nephew Benjamin Pollock and great-niece Ruby Ann Rowe.
Preceded in death by parents, Gus and Ruby Rowe.
57562. Marian Elizabeth Bullard
Worcester Telegram & Gazette (MA)
November 6, 2002ATHOL -- Marian (Bullard) Adams, 88, of 130 Barrett Ave., died Monday, Nov. 4, in Baldwinville Nursing Home.
Her husband of 50 years, R. Terry Adams, died in 1989.
She leaves five daughters, Maryann Peterson of Newark, N.Y., Susan Adams of Burke, Va., Joann Deacon of Athol, Leann Adams of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Ann Adams of Sunnyvale, Calif.; a sister, Glenna Gray of Athol; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Two sisters, Dorothy Fittz and Althea Daniels, predeceased her.
She was born in New Salem, daughter of William and Harriett (Paige) Bullard. She graduated from New Salem Academy in 1932, and from Massachusetts State College (now the University of Massachusetts) in 1936. She lived in Athol most of her life.
Mrs. Adams worked at the former Maples in Orange, the Tea Room in Amherst, Union Twist Drill and Athol Savings Bank. She was a member of Athol-Orange Baptist Church, and its FaHoLo group and sewing club. She was also a member of the Order of Eastern Star-Themis Chapter. She enjoyed reading, sewing, traveling and spending summers at her summer home at Packard Heights.
Worcester Telegram & Gazette (MA)
December 27, 2000ATHOL -- Arthur W. ``Bill'' Gray Jr., 78, of 276 Bearsden Road, a retired technician, died Monday, Dec. 25, in Athol Memorial Hospital after being stricken ill at home.
He leaves his wife of 50 years, Glenna (Bullard) Gray; three sons, John Gray of New Salem, David Gray of Memphis, Tenn., and Randall Gray of Athol; three daughters, Jacquelyn Quattrocelli of Orange, Donna Savage and Amanda Chastney, both of Athol; a brother, Robert Gray of Athol; and 10 grandchildren.
He was born in Athol, son of Gladys (Lawton) Arthur W. Gray Sr., and graduated from Athol High School in 1940. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in the Pacific.
Mr. Gray was a technician more than 39 years for New England Telephone Co., retiring in 1984.
He was a member of North New Salem Congregational Church and Edward H. Phillips American Legion Post 102. He was a Scoutmaster for YMCA Troop 17 for 30 years and a crossing guard for students at Pleasant Street School.
Central Maine Newspapers
January 26, 2016SANFORD - Phyllis Paige Longfellow, 98, of Sanford, died on Friday evening, Jan. 22, 2016, at the Lodges Care Center in Springvale. She was born on Sept. 29, 1917, in New Salem, Mass., the daughter of Willard and Ethel (Savage) Paige. She graduated from Cony High School in Augusta in 1936. Phyllis was a Gray Lady Volunteer at Togus Veteran's Home in Togus during and after World War II.
Mrs. Longfellow was the oldest living member of the Samuel Grant and Mary Torr Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a member of, and Sunday School Teacher at, Christ Church in Gardiner, and parishioner at St. George's Episcopal Church in Sanford.
Phyllis was very active as a volunteer with the Red Cross, Augusta Woman's Club, the United Way, Kennebec Valley Garden Club and the Augusta Hospital Auxiliary and Volunteers. Her hobbies included knitting and quilting and she was an avid bridge player and never missed a Red Sox game on radio or television.
Mrs. Longfellow was predeceased by her parents and her husband of 64 years, Leander J. Longfellow; her sister, Glennis Glidden; and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
She is survived by her daughter, Janice Longfellow and husband Carl Johnson of Sanford; her two sons, Willard Longfellow and wife Linda of North Miami, Fla., and Kenneth Longfellow and wife Nancy of Gardiner; eight special grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and four nephews and two nieces.
Morning Sentinel
February 6, 2013WINSLOW - Glennis Irene (Paige) Glidden, 87, of Winslow, died at her home Monday afternoon, Feb. 4, 2013. She was born in Chelsea on Oct. 22, 1925, a daughter of Willard and Ethel (Savage) Paige.
Glennis was educated in Chelsea schools and graduated from Cony High School, class of 1943. After graduation, she took business classes, which in turn brought her to work for many years at Sterns Department Store. She worked there until 1984.
Glennis married the love of her life, Ivan E. Glidden Sr., on Nov. 22, 1945.
Glennis loved camping, sliding in the winter to work, gardening and especially loved dancing with her husband. After her husband's passing, she enjoyed traveling to see her children. Her greatest joys in life were her family and pets, especially spending time with her grandchildren. Glennis was a very loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a lifetime member at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Waterville and recently attended Winslow Congregational Church with her family.
She is survived by her six children, Dwight Andrews and wife Donna, Sharon Nasimok and husband Al, Terry Glidden and wife Trisha, Penny Glidden and partner Otis "James" DeJournette, Charles Glidden and wife Lori and Ivan E. Glidden Jr. and wife Heather; grandchildren Cathy, Mike, Nick, Mark, Alex, Teleana, Vicky, Garrett, Tiffany, Tony, Ulana, Christian, Dominique, Benjamin, Joshua, Matthew, Seth, Drew and Emily; a sister, Phyllis Longfellow; as well as many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.