Jess met Lynda Miller in November 1960 while dragging Main Street; thats what kids did in those days. John Reed Thornton, 82, passed away peacefully at home in Paragonah, Utah on December 8, 2022. She could be found giving rides to ward members or providing a meal for a family in need. Randy Scott Whitney, age 65, passed away at his home on October 22, 2022. He also loved to make up silly little sayings, like the one he came up with some years ago after the town of Beaver won a national award for having the best tasting water in the United States: They say Beavers water is the finest in the landEnjoy it by the cup or the flush of the can. (Sorry, Bonnie. She earned a scholarship to attend college, but due to family circumstances was unable to accept it. From his first breath he changed the lives of all who surrounded him. Those included fishing, collecting silver, researching the existence of aliens, and discussing the conspiracies surrounding them. Anna (Steve) Dorneman of Murrieta, CA. Margaret was a mother figure and friend to everyone she met. Her family would like to thank Iron County Home Health, Donna Twitchell, Nancy Leavitt, and Encompass Health Care for their assistance in caring for our dear mother and grandmother. He enjoyed hunting deer with his family, leaving many does as widows. He married Keena Dexter on November 26, 2004, and they were sealed on April 30, 2011, in the Logan, Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was raised in the Catholic church, but always felt like there was more to life. Glennis was born in Kanab, Utah on January 8, 1935, to Ozro Lamar Millett and Inez Adams Millett. She knew everything about her children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildrens lives. She was born on September 26, 1919 in Bicknell, Indiana, the daughter of George M. Bellamy and Clara Jane Snow. Bud worked several jobs early on including the Utah International Iron Mines where he operated heavy equipment and worked as an electricians helper. Marguerite was always a diligent student and highly valued education. Donations can be sent to @Michaelsfund on Venmo or the gofundme Michael Steed Memorial. She is survived by her sister, Tomi (Fred, deceased) Green of Cedar City, Utah and brother, Bob Koehne of Las Vegas, Nevada, nieces Lori (Larry) Baily of Minersville, Utah, Renae (Mike) Clark of Cedar City, Utah, Stephanie DeLand of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Katie (Mike) Wasco of Temecula, California, as well as many great nieces and nephews, and life-long best friends, Doug Hughes and Mark Hermann of Phoenix, Arizona who were always by her side. He loved skateboarding, snowboarding, lacrosse, working with and fixing any type of technology, and any moving object he could ride. He had a twin brother Keith Arthur Parke who was 30 minutes older. He immensely adored his two dachshunds: Bailee-Girl and Shadow-Boy; he enjoyed their walks, ball time, and lots of snuggles. A special thank you to all the medical professionals that have helped Randy these past few years. Carol was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many callings and enjoyed working with the children, young women, young single adults, and Relief Society sisters of the Church. She was born November 1, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois to Robert and Alice Englestead Koehne. He grew up when kids still played outside until the streetlights came on. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Erika and Darren Reber of Cedar City, UT and her step-grandchildren, Austin Reber and Hailey Mangiaracina and her husband, David; her daughter and son-in-law, Heidi and Bill Evenson, of Summit, NJ and her grandchildren, Kelsey Evenson of Jersey City, NJ, Courtney Evenson and Katie Evenson of New York, NY, and William Evenson and his wife, Kaitlyn Evenson of Needham, MA; and her son, Kurt Hardenburg, of White House Station, NJ. A viewing will be held from 10:00am-10:45am. John and Sandy were avid square dancers for over 30 years, most of that time with the B-Sharps Club, where they often danced in places like Yosemite, Knotts Berry Farm, Disneyland, and others. Michael Haight, 42, is believed to have shot and killed his wife, Tausha Haight, 40; Haight's mother-in-law, 78-year-old Gail Earl; and Haight's children three daughters ages 17, 12, and 7 and two sons, ages 7 and 4 inside their Enoch home before taking his own life. She received a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and Family Relationships from BYU, which she used throughout her life. They also lived in Germany, Norway, and Sweden. Leslie and Lee enjoyed 26 happy years together traveling, camping, having morning coffee on the porch and spending time with their family, especially their children and grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, especially her coconut bread and cream pies. He loved spending time with his family, as his family always came first. He later took over the farm, passing that value onto his children. The funeral service was also be streamed live @ mortuary.org by selecting Dennis obituary for the appropriate link. Burial will be in the Grove City Cemetery in Blackfoot under the direction of Nalder Funeral Home. She loved them with everything she had, teaching them to stand up straight and enunciate. He married Kathleen McAllister, Sept. 1, 1967 in the St. George Utah temple. Fernlee was born on July 26, 1941, to Barbara and Forrest Bryant in Cedar City, UT. She then moved to St. George 8 years ago to be closer to family. Following the move to Prairie du Chien her father found work with the WPA and the railroad. In later years, he started his own electrical contracting company and became a member of NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association). AirLife Utah opened a base in Cedar City on Wednesday to bring quicker medical response times to rural areas in Southern Utah. She served a mission in the East Central States Mission. He had a quick wit, a twinkle in his eyes, and was our hero. "We are humbled by the incredible outreach and generosity of our community. Randy learned trumpet in high school, and later taught himself guitar. Family was everything to him. Prior to working at the BLM, he worked at the Columbia Iron Mines. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She felt connected to her ancestors who had traveled to Utah in the Martin Handcart Company at this sacred location. Graveside services were held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 12:45pm at the Paragonah Cemetery in Paragonah, Utah. He began teaching in Moab, Utah. The family wishes to thank Anna, his nurse from Zions Way for her tender care. He also had a shoe and harness repair business for many years. He was an avid gardener and raised beautiful vegetable gardens. Our kind, loving, Husband, Father, Brother and Grandfather, James Marion Tilman Jr., age 83, passed away on May 25, 2022, in Parowan, Utah. The first investigation into allegations of child abuse began in 2020 when police and DCFS were called to the Haight home after Macie was allegedly assaulted. A special thanks goes to Ann Childs, who helped him in his later years; Intermountain Hospice and Intermountain Hospital; and Eric for making room in his home for Art. There will be a viewing on Thursday evening at the same location from 6-8pm. He was born December 10, 1939, in Cedar City, Utah, to Chester Stubbs and Mary Lefevre Stubbs. A police officer walks by a crime scene trailer at the Haight family home, while (inset) two girls place flowers at a makeshift memorial outside the house in Enoch City, Utah. She expressed how grateful she was for his constant love and kindness towards her and how hard he worked for the family throughout the years. He is also survived by his Grandchildren: Amanda Blackburn-Davis, David and Steven Blackburn, Bonnie (Jackson Kisor) and Brandon Wright, Anavai and Ethan Brothers. Online condolences can be sent at www.mortuary.org. John Voges Gurney had an adventurous life. She is preceded in death by her parents Woodrow and Neta Stapley, her son Michael and her sisters Carol and Ellen. It was there she met her sweetheart, Joe Benson. Annette was able to graduate early from high school and join her new husband at Fort Lewis in Tacoma, Washington. Larry Hoyt Reed. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in honor of Jimmalie. You could always find him under a car or under the hood. She was the third of six children. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a firm testimony of Jesus Christ. Through the love, knowledge and care of her doctors and nurses at the Cedar City Cancer Center, and with her own grit and determination, she had a really hard, but really incredible 4-year fight. Born in Cedar City, Utah on St. Patrick's Day, 1934, Merrill enjoyed a childhood Read More, Geraldine Griffiths Smith, 88, passed away on July 13, 2022 at the Beaver Long Term Care Center in Beaver, Utah. Darren is preceded in death by his father, Darrel Jones, two brothers, Johnny Gillespie and Shane Schutz. The investigations can last anywhere from 30 to 90 days, Fisher said, and will sometimes require coordination with law enforcement, domestic violence specialists or victim advocates. When complemented that she had raised a good family she would often respond Well, I dont know that I raised them, they just sort of grew up.. We honor the heroes at the Huntsman Cancer Institute, where she had her initial successful ovarian cancer surgery in 2014. The family would like to thank Dr. Mustufa T. Saifee, MD, Pulmonologist and the staffs of the CCU and ICU departments at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital for their excellent care and compassionate understanding. Karen was a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon Grants retirement they returned to Cedar City. She loved her family and serving others. During her younger years, Karen was also trained in Color Analyzing. Daddy taught with kindness, patience, humility, and concern for others. Remember & honor the life of your loved ones. She had a gift of making everyone feel loved, welcomed, valued and accepted in her classroom. Three daughters, Alissa (Tyler Hall) Kelsey (Seve Castro) and Janelle (Mason Match). She was preceded in death by her parents, Orson and Annie Talbot, her sister Beth Fairbanks, and her brothers, Brent, Gordon, Bob, Jim, and her twin granddaughters, Laurel and Stephanie Mellor. She taught a variety of different grades. Also by her brothers; Wendell Hyer, Larry Hyer, and Andrew Pug Hyer. Marty worked for many years at Desert Tire, recapping tires. But, if you did make him angry, you definitely had it coming, Ya gad-dang Pearhead!. Ultimately, the interview with Michael Haight never happened, according to the division. They were married in the St. George Temple on July 14th, 1978. Dee and Sharyn lived in Cedar City, Utah from 1981 to 1990. Online condolences may be left at www.mortuary.org. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. On October 7, 2022, Michael was taken from this world far earlier than his loved ones ever imagined by a terrible car accident. Carol loved to make children feel special, from planning activities for the kids at family reunions or doing a special projects for and with, her children, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. He was born on December 6, 1955 in Evansville, Indiana to Bernard David Hartman and Rosalie Verena Fehrenbacher. Though he had previously attended Central Washington University and Brigham Young University, SUU is where the degrees happened. In 1978, he completed his B.A. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 11:00 am at the Parowan 2nd Ward Chapel. Tom passed away unexpectedly last Thursday night, June 23rd, in his Beaver home. He is survived by his lovely wife, Connie Blount, brother Gary, and his wife, Cathy, daughter Lyndsey Blount; three step-children, Rachael Harris, Grant Nord, and Shaun Nord, wife Jenelle; and seven grandchildren. Roland Arthur (Art) Bohman was born July 28, 1939, in Ogden, Utah, to Roland F. and Margaret Jorgensen Bohman; the first of five children in the family. Her devotion to her family was immeasurable. This was a good fit as she often hosted national and international archers (and their partners) in her home. In a follow-up tweet she described it as "gross" and noted "none of the obituary comments mention the victims.". As a family they had many adventures and lived in several different states, eventually settling in Cedar City, Utah. All eight bodies were found in their home Wednesday at 4923 N. Albert Drive after police were asked by concerned family and friends to conduct a welfare check. Vicki is preceded in death by her parents K and Vyonne Chamberlain. She grew up in Paragonah, Utah and graduated from Parowan High School in 1951. After the war, she returned to Vincennes and obtained a job as a receptionist at WAOV, the local radio station. He also enjoyed playing card and board games, especially with his family. During his later years Jerry suffered many trials, and through those trials, he never complained. He lettered in football for the Morgan High Trojans where he shored up the center of their line. Larry loved to work in his vegetable and flower garden. A viewing was held on Thursday, December 29, 2022, from 5:00-7:00pm at the Mortuary and on Friday, December 30, 2022, from 10:30-11:30 am at the Mortuary. They enjoyed being in the outdoors at Lake Powell or traveling in their fifth wheel trailer following retirement. She was a member of the UNR Alumni Association. Interment followed at Minersville cemetery, under the direction of the Southern Utah Mortuary. The family would like to thank the kind staff of Stonehenge Skilled Nursing Facility and the Canyon Hospice team for helping take care of Dad at the end of his journey on this earth. Visitations were held Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd. He was a wonderful father and husband. John was born on February 20, 1938, in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Robert and Constance (Gunnarson) Willie. The family will receive friends from 9:30 till 10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church. David Jay Boudreau, 67, passed away June 7, 2022, at his home in Cedar City, Utah. His enthusiasm for adventure will always be part of all of us. Bud being Bud he could not just relax so he started another business by purchasing a backhoe and dump truck fulfilling his childhood dream to play in the dirt. February 17, 2023 Anna paid particular attention to the details of her loved ones lives. In her later years, she took up scrapbooking and jewelry making which she really enjoyed doing. Ted Lavell Norton was born the first child to Melvin Norton and Edna Noyes on December 20, 1934 Read More, Submit an obit for publication in any local newspaper and on Legacy. There will be a graveside service Saturday, October 1st, 2022, at 11 AM at the Parowan City Cemetery, with a lunch to honor Vicki to follow. Alan attended Read More, Jacqulyn Black Frandsen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on March 2, 2023, in St. George, Utah, at the Read More, St. George, Utah Farmers love rain. For the next three decades Buck also delivered newspapers for The Salt Lake Tribune and Deseret News, The Las Vegas Review Journal, The New York Times and the USA Today making sure customers in all the National Parks and surrounding cities got their printed news. on September 7, 1936. Viewing will be held on Saturday, March 4th 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (500 W 400 N, Cedar City, UT 84721). She was born on April 5, 1940, in Toquerville, Utah to Woodrow and Neta Smith Stapley. She received the Boy Scout Silver Beaver Award. His family moved to Lancaster, CA in 1941 where he grew up and attended Antelope Valley High School. The family wishes to thank Ethan Bunker of Sun Tree Hospice and Marie Prince, Iron County Home Health for their care of Peter. Michael "Mohawk Mike" Leigh Medina was born 2 months premature on June 17, 1981 in Southern California. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nalderfuneralhome.com. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. He finally married Sherie December 27, 1956, in the Manti LDS Temple. As of Friday, the names of the Haight children had not been officially released. She moved with Arnold to San Antonio, Texas, then to Rio Grande Valley, Texas, Big Springs, Texas, Wichita, Kansas, and Lincoln, Nebraska, while he served as a pilot in the United States Airforce. He retold endless stories of his adventures working and living in southeastern Colorado with his family, especially with his best friend and elder brother, George Bud Blackwell. She was adventurous and hiked down the Narrows several times. Larry and Becky served a church service mission and worked in the Cedar City, Utah Temple. He leaves behind 5 grandchildren: Alexis Faith McBride, Madalynn Ava Marie Byrns, Navaeh Williams, Caidence June Beaumont, and Lincoln Jaxx Beaumont. Together they had five children that they raised in Escalante and Cedar City, Utah. Dee was an avid sports fan and especially loved all things BYU. Many houses in Southern Utah have his beautiful work. His dad died when Jim was 12 and he became the man of the house, taking care of his mother. Again, the massacre was not mentioned, and neither was Haight. She described him as being a smooth talker and he is a different person in the home than what he presents to the public.. Whether or not you were her child, grandchild or great grandchild, she never forgot you. After graduating from high school, he met a country girl named Barbara and they were married on August 4, 1960. Karen was preceded in death by her father Rex. He enjoyed research and enjoyed learning just about everything. The couple sought help, reaching out to two local leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dave was a true renaissance man and he had a lot of talents and hobbies, taught himself to play the guitar, harmonica, mouth harp, the drum in the bagpipe band, even tried the didgeridoo. Always willing to offer his help and support. Advice from 101-year-old St. George resident: 'Be considerate of . Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her son Arthur Wilford, son in law Keith Bulloch, brothers James G. Barton, Gary J. Barton (Dallas Ashdown), Fred Eric Bergstrom (Connie Griffith). Well take the first step with you! Darren finally fell in love in the year 2000 when he met Kristal Bulloch. Its safe to say, his favorite spot in the whole world was his mountain property in Horse Valley. David Ralph Stolrow passed away on Monday August 22nd 2022, in Cedar City Utah. Jimmalie was born in Southern California to Crystal and James Stewart on March 2nd, 1938. Her students left her class loving to read. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 pm at Parowan City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. He was a baptized catholic and enjoyed fishing and hunting. She also enjoyed Yellowstone National Park. We will miss Mom, but look forward to being reunited as an eternal family. Later in life, Jimmalie married Robert (Bob) Owen. Online condolences may be sent and a livestream of the memorial service may be viewed on Patricia's obituary page at www.mortuary.org. She had two brothers, Lance and Locke. Jeff is survived by his wife, Sherry. Online condolences may be left at www.mortuary.org. When Dad was able to get permission to leave his Army duty post for a few days, he and Mom were married on December 23, 1953, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. She was sealed to Arnold H. Mellor on September 14, 1957, in the Utah St. George Temple. Their courtship, marriage, and devotion to each other for the past seventy years is the perfect example of how this should be done. They were deployed to Germany for 16 months where Marilyn was busy with church work in a small branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and substitute taught at a school on the army base. Pam was a friend to everyone. Funeral services were held at the 16th ward chapel (1925 W 320 S in Cedar City) on Saturday January 7 at 11am, with a prior viewing from 9:30-10:30am. Dads work often took him away from home when the family was young, leaving Mom to manage on her own. They have 6 children Henry, Kathy, Betty Ann, Rosemarie, Tony and Isaac. After coming home, he continued his service for 13 years in the Utah National Guard where he reached the rank of Master Sergeant. They were HIS girls. He is also survived by his sister Tawnya Stephens and her family. Alfredo nacio el dia 23 de Noviembre, 1961 en Ig. Stanley Bryan Easley, age 53, passed away after a courageous five-year battle with cancer on 20 August 2022, at home in Enoch, Utah. He grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Winnemucca, Nevada and Provo, Utah. He is survived by his parents (Lewis and Melissa); brothers: Edward (Liz) Dover, John (Elizabeth) Dover, James (Jennie) Dover, and sisters: Elizabeth (Patrick) Hill, Kathryn (Zach) Jones. Steve was a man with a big heart. Vicki is survived by her children; Melissa Steele and (Jordan Noel) of Parowan, Utah. Legacy is updated regularly throughout the day with submissions from newspapers, funeral homes, and direct from the community. She loved and cherished time spent with each one of her family and was so proud of their many accomplishments. The Anger backyard provided everything a kid could want. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Cedar View chapel (1925 West 320 South). Music was an integral part of Kims life. John referred to Marguerite as his splendid wife and she indeed was a supportive spouse and an excellent homemaker. Great-grandkids Finlee and Javian. He married Geraldine Fakler on November 22,1950 and raised three children together. She raised her children to put family first and follow their Savior. Terri and her daughter moved back to Utah in September, where she attended SUSC and received her Bachelors in Business Education. Beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather James Richard Mortensen passed away at his home in Cedar City on August 16, 2022, at the age of 89. As one of six children, Marlene loved her family Read More, Barbara Hale Fisher passed away at the age of 88, on February 12, 2023, in St. George, Utah. In 1998 they relocated to Houston, Texas where Gerald was hired as a Prosthetist at the VA Hospital and helped many veterans with lost limbs. They had a truly amazing love and thoroughly enjoyed each other's company and their many adventures. his four doting sisters loved him to pieces. Their newly formed family lived in Hurricane for a few years before moving back to Cedar City, where they spent their remaining years. There are no unnecessary, additional transportation fees. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Vernon and Idalee were blessed with five children: Sherrie, Julianne, Laurie, Douglas, and Connie. He was selfless, supportive and smiling. A true champion, he fought his way out of the NICU to come home perfectly healthy with his loving parents after only 2 1/2 weeks. In lieu of flowers, you can honor our favorite scallywag by donating to a food pantry or an animal shelter. She held a number of different callings over the years and loved her Heavenly Father and his teachings very much.