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Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. He is survived by one sister, Joyce Cook, his 4 children, Clair Halterman, Paulette (Phillip) Burt, Flora (Philip) Sudweeks, Judy (Paul) McGarrell, his 4 grandchildren Tressa (Kevin) Merill, Jason (Jenny) Halterman, Matthew (Misti) Sudweeks, Chelsy (Josh) Judd. Together they had five children that they raised in Escalante and Cedar City, Utah. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of IHC Cedar City Hospital, Zions Way Home Health, Dr. Ken Baird, and Dr. Jason North and staff, for the wonderful care she received in her final years. 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. He married his childhood sweetheart Janene Riddle on October 29, 1961, their marriage was later solemnized in the St. George Temple on February 22, 1964. He was the first in the Parowan Valley to install a sprinkling system on his farm, despite everyones recommendations not to. The family thanks you all for the kind words, flowers and meals that have been sent. She loved her family and spending time with them. Since 1979, Peter worked professionally in photography. For the last ten years, she spent time at the Senior Center where she loved to serve meals to others who couldn't get up and serve themselves and play Bingo; that is until her health started failing. Mom especially enjoyed the many years she spent working with the Jolley Family at Zion Sun Floral.. James is survived by his wife, Linda Tilman of Parowan, UT. in 1961. He did this with the help of a very dear friend that he considered his family. Anna served as a temple ordinance worker in the Provo Temple for many years and then served in the Payson Temple. He worked as a quality control manager for Betts Springs Company before eventually getting into the trucking industry and becoming a lifelong truck driver. . This did not stop her from continuing to learn. Judy grew up in Summit NJ, where she graduated from Summit High School and earned a scholarship to St. Elizabeth Hospitals School of Nursing where she earned her RN. He also owned and operated a gas station on Main Street and a Golf Driving Range on North Main. Vicki grew up with a great love of the outdoors, spending lots of time at the Day Family Cabin, hunting arrowheads, finding the best bottles, and cruising down the best dirt roads. 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. The Mortensens raised their eight children in Thousand Oaks. His love of nature, his dry wit and humor, peacemaking, and unconditional support of loved ones will be greatly missed, though we know he is received in joy by his loved ones now in paradise. Because of this, services are going to be held at a later date. John was born on February 20, 1938, in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Robert and Constance (Gunnarson) Willie. He taught an addition 43 years and was a very popular teacher. Funeral arrangement under the care ofSouthern Utah Mortuary. If you knew him (even for a few minutes) you were most likely treated to a joke (and even more likely) one that you never saw coming. Born August 2, 1931, to Vern Ernest Sorensen and Lois Jane Harmon, Glade was the third of four children and the only son. Shirley was a well-loved beautiful lady, full of life and feistiness. They returned to Utah to raise their family and lived in Provo, American Fork, and Lake Shore. Prior to working at the BLM, he worked at the Columbia Iron Mines. Charles Martin Malan was born September 29, 1958, to William Bill and Wilma Perry Malan. During his childhood, as the only boy his age, Glade went to school with eight girls, but he only had eyes for his 2nd grade teacher so he asked her on a date! He worked as a chemist for the EPA, NASA and finished his career at AMPAC, in Cedar City, UT. The viewing was held that morning from 11:30 to 12:30 at the Beaver Third Ward LDS Chapel, 220 North Main, Beaver, Utah. He then continued at BYU and completed a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and Psychology. He loved his girls. He created them to help people understand the basics of electronics and physics. A visitation will also be held prior to the services (10-11am). She graduated from Cedar High School and earned an associates degree from the Branch Agricultural College and a bachelor's degree from the Utah State Agricultural College. He was a lifelong learner and was known for his dedication to academic rigor. His family moved to Beaver when he was twelve years old. Mom made sure every Grandchild had a handmade quilt. He kept his sense of humor to the end, and was always interested in how others were doing, and wanted to be sure they were comfortable when visiting him. Pam always had a love of learning. Marguerite was always a diligent student and highly valued education. Tamie worked at the Pizza Factory when it first opened in Cedar City, Valley Medical Center, TWA, KBRE Radio Station, and the Department of Natural Resources, where her work ethic and abilities were greatly appreciated. His mother passed away when he was 2 years old. Dad loved cool cars, cool hair and had both as a teenager and as a young adult. She had a wonderful childhood on the farm in Enoch. It wasnt just his stature that stood out from the rest. Bill's working career was largely spent in the sales industry. Friends may call at the Southern Utah Mortuary 190 N 300 W Cedar City, Utah Friday, November 4, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and at the Chapel Saturday, November 5 from 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Interment will immediately follow the services in the Cedar City Cemetery with military rites, under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. He is preceded in death by his father, Duane Boudreau and his brother, Terry Boudreau.A funeral service was held on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 11:00 am at the Southern Utah Mortuary located at 190 North 300 West, Cedar City, Utah 84720. Dee was preceded in death by his siblings, Marilyn Wilcox Angus and Joel Wilcox, his parents William C. and Sophrona Wilcox and his eternal companion Sharyn Shumway Wilcox. David Lynn Arnold, age 74, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Parowan, Utah on Sunday December 11, 2022. While teaching, he also worked doing landscaping at Three Fountains and delivering papers to the paperboys. Whether or not you were her child, grandchild or great grandchild, she never forgot you. 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. She attended schools in Parowan and after high school graduation attended BAC. He spent the better part of his first 12 years growing up in Las Vegas, NV. Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend, Donna Robinson Jolley passed away surrounded by her family, on August 22, 2022 in St. George, Utah at the age of 89. Condolences can be sent to the family through affordablefuneralservices.com. She Read More, John Beumer's passing on Sunday, February 19, 2023 has been publicly announced by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah in Saint George, UT Read More, Cedar City, Utah Ronny Jack Sanders, age 83, passed away on February 22, 2023, in Cedar City, Utah. He spent his early childhood in Portland before moving to Pacifica, California where he attended grade school. Neighbors discovered the family deceased in their home after police were unable to make contact with them. He also had a shoe and harness repair business for many years. Family was very important to Tamie, she loved them all! There is no photo or video of Craig Beatty.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Wherever she lived our mom made positive contributions to these communities. She continued serving others by volunteering her time helping people at the local homeless shelter and soup kitchen. A recording of the service is available through the mortuary's website: https://my.gather.app/remember/martin-autrey Funeral Arrangements provided by Utah Valley Mortuary in Lindon, Utah. He enjoyed research and enjoyed learning just about everything. Duane met the love of his life, Nellie Zuliabell Flemons in the Spring of 1952. Dad and Mom were married for 69.8 years before her passing on May 23rd, 2018. A viewing was held at the same location at 1:00pm just prior to services. 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. Kay is the oldest of 6 children. When Paul secured a teaching position at the College of Southern Utah, the couple made Cedar City their home, which was a real homecoming for Marilyn. Vernon and Idalee were blessed with five children: Sherrie, Julianne, Laurie, Douglas, and Connie. Although Joan was generally always a dutiful rule follower, she saw someone who caught her eye. It was love at first sight when he laid eyes on Lynn Webb, the red-headed beauty from Manchester, England. She finished her teaching career after teaching 3rd grade for a couple of years. Later in life, Jimmalie married Robert (Bob) Owen. Your loved one lived an amazing life filled with memories that should be preserved. Donna loved her family and she showed this each day. Leslie had a passion for cooking and baking and sharing those talents with everyone. He was injured on the job during his 31st year and retired earlier than he had planned on. This made him a good friend to many. Local obituaries for Beaver County, Utah. He has served as a High Councilman in the Parowan Stake, he served as a councilman in the Bishopric, and served as the Bishop to the Parowan 2nd Ward. He met his wife in high school and they were married in 1971. He is also survived by his 20 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Then, on a whim, they moved to Cedar City in 2013 and never looked back. While at BAC she met H. Grant Seaman. In his retirement years he spent his days helping his wife with her sewing business. He touched many hearts and was appreciated for his service in the church as well as in the small community of Panguitch. Kathy always had a furry friend by her side, she was one cat away from crazy! She held a number of different callings over the years and loved her Heavenly Father and his teachings very much. California. He then started his own business, Buds Sports Sales. He sold motorcycles, snowmobiles and ATVs. He will always be remembered for being a friendly neighbor who often had an inappropriately funny joke to tell! She had many interests, some of which were: bowling, square dancing, watching old movies, playing games, reading, and spending time with family. She was dedicated to the nursing profession, working with Childrens Hospital in Denver, the VA in Colorado and Utah, Bureau of Indian Affairs in Arizona, in doctors offices, and in various county health departments including Iron County Utah Health Department. The planes got larger until he was making quarter sized scale radio controlled planes. "We are humbled by the incredible outreach and generosity of our community. She taught for 5 or 6 years in the Alpine School district before she met Ray. They also lived in Germany, Norway, and Sweden. Surrounded by loved ones on both sides of the veil she passed away peacefully at home in Cedar City, Utah on November 30, 2022. Together they raised four children. When World War 2 began, she returned to her dental assisting profession and was employed as a dental assistant at the George Field, Illinois Flight Training Center and then was transferred to the dental clinic at Fort Benning, Georgia. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. The statement released by Michael Haight's family is signed by "the Robin and Brenda Haight family." She greatly enjoyed a good board or card game, and her family and friends will testify that she was a fierce competitor at such. Online condolences can be made at mortuary.org. They were married by Johns father who was a Justice of the Peace. The family is grateful to the caring staff at Cedar Health and Rehabilitation. She had a gift of making everyone feel loved, welcomed, valued and accepted in her classroom. Our obituaries allow you to share your favorite stories, upload treasured photos, share a video, or even attend a service virtually if you are unable to be there in person. Her faith was her guide through her life, especially these past few years. Interment was in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. She also designed the bulletins for Relief Society meetings. There he would make many life-long friends serving as a cook, a skill he would continue to hone and enjoy throughout his life. She was born Jan. 31st, 1956, to K Cram Chamberlain and Vyonne Higbee Day. Gaytha is survived by: her husband of 72 years Joe Benson; her children, Katy (James) Robinson, Beaver UT; Julie (Destry) Labrum, South Ogden, UT; and Joe (Esther) Benson, Beaver UT. He will be greatly missed by many other relatives and friends. Darwin was a farmer by trade. His company, G&G Systems, is still in operation in Las Vegas. Sam worked as an electrician for IBEW. Her immediate family held a memorial at the home of her son, Robert, in New Harmony, UT April 30, 2022. The funeral was held Monday August 22, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. with a viewing previous to that at 1:00 p.m. Interment was in the Paragonah Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Prior to performing interviews, DCFS considers all available information to assess the safety and associated risks. Online condolences can be made at www.mortuary.org. Those who knew Stubby would describe him as a tenderhearted, loving man who always put everyone else first. She was born on September 2, 1944, in Los Angeles, California, to Bernice LaVerne Read More, Morgan Harris's passing on Saturday, February 18, 2023 has been publicly announced by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah in Saint George Read More, Thomas Hughes's passing on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 has been publicly announced by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah in Saint George, Read More, Joan Marlene Stewart, 88, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at her home in St. George, Utah. Her death was caused from complications of a rare brain syndrome called PRES. A few days before she passed, she was concerned with how she was going to feed everyone one last meal, and insisted that meal included homemade pies! He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Challis of Cedar City, Utah; children, Richard Lawrence (Janette) Stubbs, Cedar City, Utah; Gregory James (Becky) Stubbs, Tooele, Utah; Kyle Challis (Lori) Stubbs, Cedar City, Utah; Brandon (Kelly) Stubbs, Kanab, Utah; Anthony Wade (Krista) Stubbs, Carlsbad, California; Timothy Challis (Steffani) Stubbs, Spanish Fork, Utah; Amy Rebecca (Brian) Hollingshead, Minersville, Utah; 26 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers, Clarence Stubbs; sister, Marietta Orton; Linda Meacham; sister-in-law, DeAnn Stubbs and David Orton. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, with 3 more on the way. This established a pattern for the next chapter of her life. His stepfather, Frank Schutz, and a grandson, Titan Hall. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Craig Beatty (Cedar City, Utah), born in Salt Lake City, Utah, who passed away on February 17, 2023, at the age of 56, leaving to mourn family and friends. 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. Nicole Plough and (Isreal Rodriguez) of Parowan, Utah. Ted served in the Rome Italy Mission from 1983-1984 for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Live streaming webcast available at the following ZOOM link: https://zoom.us/j/96869526705?pwd=b0RmV2E5U0RsblpRT2lJeGpxeVVxUT09. Wanting to be home more with his family he then changed employment again and started working for Q & D Construction as a water truck driver. His delightful sense of humor and loving heart helped him win friends easily. A viewing will be held Monday August 8, 2022, at the West Jordan Park Stake Center, 7411 S 4800 West, West Jordan, Utah from 10:30 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. followed by the Funeral Service at noon. They were baptized and were later sealed for time and all eternity in the Los Angeles Temple. Two weeks later on Jan. 4, 2023, the home turned into a horrific crime scene after Michael Haight shot and killed his five children 4-year-old Gavin, 7-year-old twins Sienna and Ammon, 12-year-old Brilee, and 17-year-old Macie as well as 40-year-old Tausha and her mother, 78-year-old Gail Earl. She always had a beautiful, flocked tree that was the centerpiece of her festively decorated home. Wed also like to honor a few of Darrens closest friends. Its important to note that he sincerely enjoyed and delighted in teasing his sisters during his adolescence. During the next five years, he finished his degree at Utah State University where he was in ROTC, joined the Army as a 2nd Lt., and served our country during the Korean War. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 12:00 pm in the Enoch West Stake Center, 3575 No Minersville Highway, Cedar City, Utah. Our obituaries allow you to share your favorite stories, upload treasured photos, share a video, or even attend a service virtually if you are unable to be there in person. She attended Parowan High School where she was involved in student council, drama and oration. He was preceded in his death by his parents, George McKay, Stanford and Wendelin, leisure, and his brothers, Ron and Dennis and also his sister Mary. One of her many accomplishments during this time of life was being named the Lewiston Rodeo Queen. Mom loved her Father in Heaven and his son, Jesus Christ. James served in the US Navy on the USS Dixie Destroyer. He passed away in his home, doing what he loved, surrounded by loved ones. From this, his family grew with 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 11:00 am in the Paragonah Ward Chapel. Tausha filed for divorce on Dec. 21, according to court records. She enjoyed making her family laugh and was known for a good practical joke on her grandkids. Online condolences may be sent and a livestream of the memorial service may be viewed on Patricia's obituary page at www.mortuary.org. Online condolences can be made at www.mortuary.org. Marlon and Skyler Steele. She also saw her grandson, Cooper McMullin, graduate from Canyon View High School with honors, and attended all of his football and lacrosse games. Marilyn was born October 23, 1935, in Toquerville, Utah to Wilford W Bergstrom and Leah Johnson Bergstrom. Preceded in death by his mother and father, brothers Jack Hardy, Andrew Hardy, sisters Minnie May Neslen and Velma Boyce. As a child, Peter learned the value of hard work by helping his dad with the sheep and spending time on Cedar Mountain. She was active in athletics and music. He spent 3 years in the Army, from November 1966 to September 1969, one of those years in Korea. There are no words to describe the heartache we feel. Following graduation, Stubby served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Arcadia, California. Final Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. His family moved to Lancaster, CA in 1941 where he grew up and attended Antelope Valley High School. Arrangements were handled under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Her son Robert Paul Folks. One from his sons previous marriage, Taymar Parry (Jamison Paxton) and 2 great-grandchildren, Aiden and Jantzen. She raised a large garden every summer, teaching her children the value of hard work and self-reliance. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She also served at the Provo MTC as a shift leader for English as a second language. He married Kathleen McAllister, Sept. 1, 1967 in the St. George Utah temple. He grew up a Paragonah boy, graduating from Parowan High School in 1958. Scott is survived by his wife Elaine and their children Jolyn Ann Stephens, Elizabeth Jane Stephens, and Michael Scott Stephens all of Cedar City, Utah. She described him as being a smooth talker and he is a different person in the home than what he presents to the public.. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Donald, and her sister, Rae Birch. Upon retirement, John and Sandy relocated to Parowan, Utah. And finally, the Garden Park Ward Bishop David Culler and the Relief Society and Compassionate Service. We have several pre-arranged packages you may choose from, or we can help build a custom service for your loved one. Donna is survived by her children: Shanna (Mike) Stubbs, Ellen (Dale) Urie, Richard (Kathy) Jolley, and Linda (Mitch) Gibilterra. She married Antonio Padron on November 9, 1953, in New Haven, California. A native son of Southern Utah, Neil spent the last 8 years in his adopted home on Maui. Kathy never remarried. 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. TX to Irving Robert Hoffman and Mabel LaRue Hoffman. They were married in the St. George Temple on July 14th, 1978. Our family loves and appreciates each and every one of you. We know he is having a joyful reunion with all his family and friends who have passed before and that he will continue to teach us from the other side of the veil. He was preceded in death by his brother William (Bill) Dover. He was an Eagle Scout. Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. He also enjoyed Sunday dinners; he just didnt enjoy showing up for them. Don't hesitate to call us now: (435) 586-4040 Recent Obituaries live_tv 1939 2023 Kenneth McKnight Sidney A. Birch live_tv 1985 2023 Jedediah Evans 1942 2023 Glade Flanigan live_tv 1948 2023 Steven Maggard live_tv 1940 2023 Clark Rollins live_tv 1933 2023 There will be a memorial service starting at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the SUU Married Stake Center, 520 South 1100 West, Cedar City with a visitation at the church, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am prior to the service. Tom pulled so many legs over the years that those who knew him well would often begin to laugh as soon as they heard him start to speak, knowing what was likely headed their way. He was in much pain, which disabled him for life. He married Kristal on May 18th, 2002, and they grew their family by one more when Parker was born later that year. He served a full time couple mission at the church's Family History Library in Salt Lake City. During this mission, she met many dear friends who stayed in contact with her until her passing. She was blessed by the fellowship of many faithful friends and members of the Church. He was reunited with the love of his life, and eternal Read More, St. George, Utah Our loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother Genial "Geanie" Lucille Bills Hamp, passed away at her Read More, St. George, Utah - Julie Horne Mahoney, age 63, passed away on February 15, 2023, after a long battle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Karen got her teaching degree from SUSC. She loved to make her famous pumpkin bread for not only her family but for friends, caregivers, neighbors, etc. She often said that when she was born her dad took one look at her and headed for the hills (to hunt). Services, under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary, will be held Saturday, Aug. 27 at the Cedar View Chapel of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1925 W. 320 S., Cedar City. Glade V. Sorensen, beloved father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and teacher, left this mortal existence on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the age of 91. Bill is preceded in death by his parents: Darrell and Oneita Lathim, his son Wayne Owen Lathim and most recently his wife Melanie Lathim. Her bird feeder was always full, and there was never a dog she did not adore or stray cat she did not want to adopt. So many people at home and around the world grew to appreciate her compassion and humor - and to love her as the special person she surely was. Darwin and ReVoe were married on September 4th, 1948, at the courthouse in Parowan, they took their family to the St. George temple and were sealed for time and all eternity on April 12, 1962. He is survived by his children, Laci Jane (Chris) Beaumont of Parowan and Michael Gregory Williams of Salt Lake City, UT. She served as a Counselor in the Ward Young Women Presidency. Margaret met her cowboy, the love of her life, Ira Edwin Reynolds, and they quickly were married on October 2, 1954. Online condolences may be sent to mortuary.org. If you ever had a seat at her table, either volunteering to calculate scorecards (by hand, with pencils) at yet another archery tournament, or at her home, enjoying happy hour or a meal, you felt warmly welcomed and happily appreciated, and your glass was likely never empty. He grew up in Newark, went to trade school, and married Cathy Mahr. She took on the mantra of FAITH OVER FEAR, and truly lived that each day. They also served three missions in the Martins Cove Visitor Center, Wyoming. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was born on May 12, 1939, in Las Vegas, Nevada to James Marion and Florence Marian Schmidt Tilman. Visitation will be from 10:00 am to 10:45 am with services following at 11:00 am. He loved to work with the youth of the church. Meredith Hickman Cooper slipped out of this life and bid farewell to mortality on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Online condolences can be sent to his memorial page at www.affordablefuneralservices.com. After attending Panguitch High for 2 years he went back to Monroe for his senior year. Heres what you need to know, Japanese official denies Lee statement on commitment to expedite release of Lt. Ridge Alkonis, Utah Legislature finalizes record $29B budget. By the time the caseworker entered the Haights home, interviews had already been conducted with Tausha, the couples oldest daughter Macie, and a person familiar with the family. Following her burial, please join with the family for her Celebration of Life at the Canyon View Stake Center Chapel. Mary will be missed by her family, relatives and a lifetime of friends. Interment was in the Cedar City Utah Cemetery on September 30, 2022, under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. His cheers and tears of pride will always be remembered. He lived in Southern California, Salt Lake City, and most recently St. George as an entrepreneur, working from home and running two businesses. Lake Shore was the stopping point for many weary travelers on their way to another destination. He grew up on his fathers dairy and learned to work very early in life by milking morning and night in the little community of Peterson, Utah, just west of Morgan. He died Feb. 1998. The text accompanying the photo paid tribute to the two women and the five slain children, adding: "All who knew them loved them so very much. He was devoted to his wife Kari, who calls him the love of her life, and adored supporting and spending time with his grandchildren. Mrs. Smith changed many lives and loved every single one of her students. Brent and Lyn served a mission together in Martins Cove, WY. He was born on March 5, 1931, at home in Mink Creek, Idaho, to Perry and Hannah Pearson, the eighth of nine children: older siblings Carmen, Douglas, Cecil, Thora, Roy, Ray, Thelma and younger sister, Colleen.