March 31, 1924 – July 18, 2019

James A. Watson was the first son to bless Reuben and Ivy Watson in Camden, Tennessee. He was born March 31, 1924. Jim was a proud veteran of World War II, serving on the Pacific Front. He attended and graduated from the University of Utah.

Jim married his sweetheart Wanda June Boyd. They were the proud parents of three children. After June’s death, Jim married Annette Miller and was a wonderful step-father to her sons. He leaves behind his wife, three children, his son-in-law, two stepsons, nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A gifted businessman, Jim was the president of several insurance companies in Salt Lake City and Seattle, Washington, during the 1960s and 1970s. He participated in several real estate companies.

Jim initiated and directed many new innovated programs for the benefit of stockholders and fellow investors for over twenty years. His companies were active in Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, South Dakota, Oregon and Washington. Jim also had business dealings in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and California. Ever the adventurer, Jim owned and piloted an airplane to travel to his various business locations.

A deeply Christian man, Jim shared his faith in Jesus without shame. He was a member of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Association, rising to the position of President. Jim was a natural leader.

Jim will be remembered as a talented story teller that could hold court with panache. His strength and determination was well known. Jim had a tender heart and a sense of humor that brought joy and laughter to many.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife June, parents, his stepmother, his brother and one step-son.

Services

• Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Southern Utah Veterans Home at 160 N. 200 East in Ivins, Utah.
• Urnside services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at Lindquist Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch.

Family and friends are invited to share tributes online at www.SerenityStG.com. Arrangements and memorial tree planting by Serenity Funeral Home, 435-986-2085.

May 20, 1956 – July 30, 2019

Gerry J. Mickelsen, 63, passed away July 30, 2019, in St. George, Utah. Gerry was born in Salina, Utah, May 20, 1956, to Joseph Gerald and Della Jane Stott Mickelsen. He grew up in Aurora, Utah, and graduated from North Sevier High School. Gerry married Glenna Vee Beutler Aug. 6, 1978, in Elko, Nevada.

Gerry had a passion for hard work and trucks, and after many years of being employed at Bastian Trucking, he purchased the company in 2011. Gerry loved and will miss his Bastian Trucking family.

He enjoyed riding horses, razor rides, camping, fishing and hunting with family and friends. He also loved anything Harley Davidson.

Gerry is survived by his wife Glenna, children Christian Mickelsen, Heather (Dion) Granet, Joe Mickelsen, and Holly Mickelsen; Sister Rose Ann (Robert) Crunk, Washington, UT; Sister-in-law Janice Mickelsen, Redmond, Utah; mother-in-law Maureen Wheadon, Richfield, Utah; and Aunt Beth Mason, Aurora, Utah. He is also survived by five grandchildren and two great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Gerry was preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Jane, brothers Steven and Kerry, and father-in-law Ted Beutler.

We are honoring Gerry’s request; he will be cremated with no services held.

Funeral Directors: Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George, Utah. Friends and family are invited to sign Gerry’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

March 3, 1937 – July 31, 2019

Freddie Lane Welch, 82 years young, graduated peacefully to his next life on July 31, 2019, at his home.

Freddie was born on March 3, 1937 in Sarah, Mississippi, to goodly parents, Dallas Ruby Welch and Ruby Inez Berry.

Freddie and his eight siblings worked alongside their parents as sharecroppers, picking cotton and living off of the land, relocating multiple times throughout the southern states. Due to this lifestyle, Freddie was only able to receive an 8th grade education, but he went on to earn his GED prior to joining the U.S. Navy.

He enjoyed his active duty years serving in both California and Japan, as well as his time aboard the USS Nereus, working numerous jobs, including postal worker. He then served in the Marine Reserves and Army National Guard. He was honorably discharged and was always proud of his time in the military.

Freddie chose to serve a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the California Mission, which also covered parts of Nevada and Arizona. Following his mission, he began his career in the United States Postal Service.

He married Jacquelyn DuVall Morris and together they had two children. After their divorce, he moved to Utah, where he met his 2nd wife and love of his life, Jeanne Belle Boyd. They married on Nov. 24, 1971, in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised his two daughters, which Jeanne adopted, and had 5 more children together.

Freddie retired from the Post Office after 30 years, working most of his time in Orem, Utah, and then in Mississippi. He loved his patrons and made sure to watch for important packages they were expecting and deliver them quickly. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, serving throughout his life in various callings, from Primary Teacher to Ward and Stake Missionary to a counselor in the Branch Presidency, as well as being a temple worker.

He was the biggest fan of BYU and watched any game he could no matter the sport. He loved waking his kids up by singing the BYU fight song at the top of his lungs. He was also blessed to do a little traveling, visiting Hawaii, Mexico and the Bahamas, as well as much of the United States, but the kids all remember the summer family camping trips and continue that tradition when possible.

Freddie hated roller coasters, so Lagoon was not at the top of his favorites list, but he always went along to make sure the kids had fun. He loved his bacon cheeseburgers, fries and would eat ice cream every day if he could. He loved golfing, playing dominos and cards, hanging out at Costco and looking for treasures with his metal detector.

His life revolved around his family and making sure that his wife and seven children were supported and happy, and he was a great example of what a father should be. We love you Daddy and look forward to spending eternity with you as a forever family.

Freddie is survived by his wife of almost 48 years, Jeanne Boyd Welch, and his seven children: Jacquelyn Michelle (Scott) Lapham; April Louise (Leigh) Doby; Freddie Andrew (Sara) Welch; Jennie Anne (Anthony) Grantham; Brandon Boyd (Roxanne) Welch; Bobbie Jean (Greg) Edmondson; Mark Ervil (Diana) Welch, and Foreign Exchange son Ignacio Alejandro (Carolina) Maya, as well as 25 grandchildren and the first great-grandchild due in December. He is also survived by his sisters: Sharon (Gary) Davidson; Glenda Pederson; Mickey (Dale) Tribble; Sandy Warren; and Jackie (Lennie) Luther. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dallas and Ruby Welch; his brother Ervil Welch; and 2 sisters who died as children, Bobbie Jean and Vickie Welch, as well as numerous other family members and friends who we know greeted him on the other side.

Services

• Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 7, at 11 a.m. at the Knolls Ward Chapel, 2436 East Crimson Ridge Drive, St. George, Utah.
• Visitations will be held Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Boulevard and on Wednesday prior to services from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church.
• Interment with Military Honors will be held at Tonaquint Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

March 2, 1947 – Aug. 2, 2019

Marvin “Marv” Alan Blosch passed away Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at 8:14 p.m. in his Santa Clara, Utah, home surrounded by his family and holding hands with his wife, Linda.

Marv was a warrior, 72 years young, who was absolutely not ready to leave this world. He had worked hard his entire life, and continued up to the last week of his life, and still had so much more that he wanted to do. Marv had plans to take his entire family back to the Samoan Islands, where his spirit came alive as a young LDS missionary. He wanted more time to enjoy his family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved deeply.

His family was his entire world and the sole reason for his drive and dedication to life. The bar for Marv was always set high. He was a ten-time marathon runner, an avid hiker, an accomplished world traveler, and a successful businessman. Marv truly had a love for travel and exploration of the world and imparted that love in his four daughters, organizing countless trips around the world, beautifully sharing those experiences with them. He hiked throughout Nepal and Switzerland, explored the Amazon with his best friends, Larry and Kit. He summited Kilimanjaro with his third daughter, Angela.

Marv dedicated his life to his high school sweetheart, wife and partner of 50 years, Linda. He spent his time with her. He loved and cared for her. Playing tennis, golfing and gardening most days. They met in ninth grade at South Davis Jr. High where Linda’s heart skipped a beat as soon as she saw his “baby blue eyes, and baby blue shirt”. Something she said daily to him on the days that led up to his death, “Hey! Where are those baby blues?” She would laugh and try to get him to open his eyes.

Marv and Linda have lifelong friends and wish to extend a deep gratitude towards each and every one, in Bountiful, Palm Desert and Santa Clara.

Marv was diagnosed with renal cell adenocarcinoma in April of 2018. Marv battled his metastatic cancer each day and was the ultimate warrior. Rarely complaining, he fought with every ounce of strength he had. Marv and his family extend their deepest gratitude to the cancer center and hospital in St. George, Utah. He was treated always with love, care and dignity.

Marv is survived by his wife, Linda Winegar Blosch; his four daughters: Alyssa, Amy, Angela and Andrea; 17 Grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Services

• We invite all those who would like to celebrate Marv’s life to attend the services on Friday, August 9, at 11 a.m. in the Santa Clara First Ward church building, 3040 Santa Clara Dr, Santa Clara.
• A viewing will be held Friday, prior to services, from 9:00-10:45 a.m. at the church.
• Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery. A lunch will be provided after the burial for close family and friends.

In celebration of his life, we invite all who loved Marv to join us Friday evening at the O.C. Tanner Amphitheater in Springdale, Utah at 7 p.m. for a Luau hosted by Siva Pasefika. You can pre-purchase tickets on their site www.sivapasefika.com, or in person.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contribution to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

April 21, 1934 – Aug. 1, 2019

Janice Clarice Grieve Boles passed away on Aug. 1, 2019, in her family’s home. She was born April 21, 1934, in Altadena, California to Frederick Emerson Snyder and Clarice Alberta Clark. She married Henry “Hank” Boles in Laughlin, Nevada.

She was always the life of the party. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed dancing, bingo, the red, white and blue slot machines, shopping for deals, going to her sons sporting events, making swim trunks for all of the neighborhood boys, spending time at Newport Beach in the trailer, riding 4-wheelers and dune buggies, and road-trips. She also loved celebrating Christmas and Birthdays. Her perfume of choice was Estee Lauder and she couldn’t live without her Cookies and Cream ice cream and all things sweet.

We will miss her enthusiasm for life and her unique ability of making every activity fun.

She is survived by her sons, Dan Grieve (Jill Grieve) Camarillo, California, and Tom Grieve (Judy Grieve) Washington, Utah; her grandkids Danny Grieve (Betsy), Tommy Grieve (Melisa), Corey Grieve (Melissa), Brandon Grieve (Brooke) and Sandra Blanchard (Trent); 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Fredrick Ronald Snyder (Lilia); her granddaughter, Traci Jeanne Grieve; and her husband, Henry “Hank” Boles.

The family would like to thank Spring Gardens Memory Care, Encompass Home Health and Hospice, Suzanne Rayburn (nurse), Tammy (aide), M’liss (aide) and all others that were so loving and gracious in the care of our mom.

Services

• A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 10 a.m. at Washington City Cemetery, 300 Park View Drive, in Washington, Utah.
• A viewing will be held on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah, 1316 S. 400 East #A3, St. George, Utah.
• Interment will be held at the Washington City Cemetery.

Family and friends are invited to share tributes online at Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah. Arrangements and memorial tree planting by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah, 435-986-9100.

Oct. 10, 1989 – Aug. 1, 2019

Carl Sunderland Holm (Sunny), age 29, died peacefully at his home Aug. 1, 2019, in St. George, Utah. He was born Oct. 10, 1989, in Hildale, Utah, to Charles Edson and Mildred Barlow Holm.

Sunny was always willing to step up to help anyone in need. He was told by many who knew him, “you are just like Uncle Ed,” and he considered it a privilege to be compared to his father.

Sunny was thoughtful of everyone. He had the ability to gather people together and make sure each one was truly enjoying themselves no matter the circumstance.

Even hot and sweating on the job, he tried to make the work time better for others by suddenly bursting out a cheery song, he especially loved the hymns. Sunny was friendly and outgoing, with a strength of character that made him a person you could rely on.

When Sunny was ten years old he had to have a pacemaker put in, but even though his body was weak, his desire to bless others was strong. In April of this year, Sunny underwent open-heart surgery, he made the comment, “After this surgery, I’m going to outlive everybody.”

Sunny will live on in the hearts and memories of his loving family and friends.

Sunny is survived by numerous loved ones. He is preceded in death by his father and several brothers.

Services

• A viewing will be held Sunday, August 4, 2019, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT.
• Funeral services will be held Monday, August 5, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. at the Crimson Ridge Chapel, 3202 E. Crimson Ridge Dr., St. George, UT. Preceding the funeral will be a viewing at the chapel from 9:30-11:30 am.
• Interment will directly follow the funeral at the Isaac Carling Memorial Park in Colorado City, AZ.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454.

Friends and family are invited to sign Sunny’s online guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

July 15, 1926 – Aug. 1, 2019

Helen Gardner Carter passed away peacefully at her home in St. George, Utah, on Aug. 1, 2019, at the age of 93.

She was born in St. George on July 15, 1926, to Leornal and Partha Ann Gardner. She was the second born of eight children. Her family spent the winters in St. George and the spring and summer months at the ranch near Central, Utah.

Helen attended schools in both Central and St. George including Woodward Jr. High, graduating from Dixie High School. She totally enjoyed her first job at age 16 as a “Soda Jerk” at Wadsworth Fountain in St. George making milkshakes and floats. During World War II, she went to California with her girlfriends to help the war effort by working in a defense factory making radiators for airplane motors.

Helen married sweetheart Ernest Wayne Carter on Friday, July 13, 1945, in the St. George Temple. They raised 10 beautiful children.

Helen was beloved by family and friends for her feisty character, fun nature and her firm beliefs. She was a witty, entertaining writer and nurtured and encouraged great creativity in her children. In her later years, though totally wheelchair-bound, she could be found either weeding, gardening or pulling delighted little ones around in a cart attached to her motorized wheelchair.

She is survived by sons, Robert, John and Kenneth; and daughters, Judy, Joyce, Maryann, Donna, Deanna and Sherrie; brothers Malin and George and sister Ann. In addition, she leaves behind 46 grandchildren, 88 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren, with more on the way. Her legacy will also live on in her 11 step-grandchildren, 29 step-great-grandchildren and four-step great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents Leornal and Partha, husband Wayne, daughter Connie, grandson Clayton, great-grandsons Derek and Triston, great-granddaughter Lilly, brothers Ed, Leo, Melvin and sister Mary.

Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 10, at 11 a.m., with a viewing prior from 9-10:30 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah.
• Interment will be at Central Cemetery in Central, Utah with a family gathering to follow at the ranch.

Arrangements were made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George, Utah, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Helen Carter‘s online guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

April 10, 1931 – July 30, 2019

Myra Kunz Tolman, 88, passed away peacefully in St. George, Utah, on July 30, 2019, after a courageous battle with a long and extended illness. She was born at home to Rhea Allred and Morris Q. Kunz in Boise, Idaho, on April 10, 1931.

At the age of 2, she moved with her family to the Salt Lake Valley. She was a brilliant child who learned to read before she attended school. At that tender age, she was invited the old Riley School and read to the kindergarten class. When she was about 9, she became very adept in crocheting. At the age of 10 she moved with her mother and siblings to Davis County.

At Davis High School, she was active in forensics, winning awards in oratory and debate. One of her memories was when in high school debate competition she beat Paul James, Utah’s illustrious radio and TV broadcaster. She was also a gifted writer and won first place in a short-story writing contest. She graduated with high honors in 1949, and subsequently spent one quarter studying at the old Weber College campus in Ogden, where she continued to excel in debating.

She married in 1950 and raised a family of seven children — Mary, Rowena, David, Kathleen, Paul, Laura and Brian. In addition to mothering them and making many of their clothes, she spent numerous successful years in the business world as an executive secretary and office manager. She later traveled throughout the Intermountain states as a sales representative for an optical company.

In her later years, she found happiness when she met and married Sterling B. Tolman. Before he passed away, they enjoyed a trip to Switzerland.

She is survived by her seven children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as many others who came to the knees of loving “Grandma Myra.” Her surviving siblings are Donna K. Mackert, Charlotte K. LeBaron, M. David Kunz, John T. Kunz, L. Samuel Kunz and Karen K. McBride, as well as a large and extended family.

Special thanks go to Shem L. Mackert, as well as to Alvin S. Barlow Sr. and other friends too numerous to list for the loving care and support that they gave to Myra during her last illness.

Services

• Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 11 a.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Boulevard, St. George, Utah. A visitation will be held prior to services from 9-10:30 a.m. at the mortuary.
• An additional service will be held Friday, Aug. 9, at 11 a.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Home, 1007 West So. Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah, with a visitation prior to services from 9-10:30 a.m.
• Interment will be beside her beloved husband Sterling, in the Honeyville (Utah) Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

May 25, 1931 – Aug. 1, 2019

Yvonne Thurston Ashworth “Yonnie,” mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, returned to her Father in Heaven Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019. Yonnie was born in Richfield, Utah, on May 25, 1931, to Walter Lynn and Annie Elda Thurston.

Walter and Elda moved their young family to Santa Monica, California, where Yonnie grew up. In her senior year of high school she moved to LaVerkin, Utah, and stayed with relatives. She graduated from Hurricane High School. While living in Utah, Yonnie met Albert Ashworth, and they married on Jan. 8, 1951, after only dating for six weeks. Their marriage was later solemnized in the St. George Temple. Al and Yonnie moved to Southern California and raised five lovely daughters.

Yonnie was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings, mostly involved with the Young Women organizations. She was fun loving and an inspiration to all she came in contact with. She loved to crochet blankets (woobies), scarves and hats for family and friends. She donated many handmade items to hospitals and veterans. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was known for her “Yonnieisms.”

While raising her family she also had a career in Banking for many years and then worked for over 20 years with an Optometrist as Office Manager.

After retiring, Yonnie and Al moved back to Utah, settling in Ivins, where she lived for 25 years. After the passing of her husband Albert, Yonnie and her widowed sister, DeAnn Canady, shared residences in Ivins and Florence, Oregon, so they could keep each other company and care for each other.

Yvonne is survived by her five daughters: Debra Trevett of Ivins, Utah, Penny (Bruce) McCann of Delta, Utah, Lori (Ramon) Lopez of Moreno Valley, CA Cindy Keith of Sacramento, California, and Nancy Ashworth of Torrance, California; sister, DeAnn Canady of Ivins, Utah; ten grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, one sister, two brothers-in-law and three grandchildren.

Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 10, at 11 a.m. at the Ivins 1st ward Chapel, 290 East 1060 South, Ivins, Utah.
• A visitation will be held Saturday at 9:45 a.m. at the church.
• Interment will follow the services in the Mt. View Cemetery in Beaver, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

Nov. 15, 1979 – Aug. 3, 2019

Molly Gray was born Nov. 15, 1979, to the late Billy Norman Gray and Carla May Eastman Gray in Ogden, Utah. She passed away on Aug. 3, 2019, after suffering a hemorrhaging stroke earlier in the week.

Molly was a very independent free spirit. From a very early age she did things her way, which meant a very rough path for her to travel most of the time. She always befriended those who needed a friend the most, not afraid of the “outsider” or less fortunate.

Molly loved all animals, but dogs were her passion. She dreamed of opening an animal shelter to give dogs the love they needed and a place to belong. “Angels & Cowboys” is what it would be called, with business cards already made.

Molly had many struggles in her life, and we are thankful for the mercy God gave her to find peace.

A graveside service will be held on Aug. 10 at 10:30 a.m. at the Randolph Utah Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest next to family.

She is survived by Carla Gray (mom), Bill Boswell (significant other), Jeannie and Christopher Layton (sister/brother-in-law), Austin Feller (birth son), Drake Layton (nephew) and Brock Layton (nephew). A special thanks to University of Utah Neuro Critical Care Unit for the loving warm way they cared for Molly and our family in her final moments.

June 28, 1938 – Aug. 2, 2019

David Cox, of Costa Mesa, California, passed away peacefully on Aug. 2, 2019, at Southgate Senior Living in St. George, Utah. David was born in East St. Louis, Illinois, June 28, 1938, to Clemence William and Mary Lillian Abbott Cox .

David grew up in Caseyville, Illinois, and graduated from Collinsville High School. After graduation, David joined the United Stated Navy serving in Navy Aviation and was stationed at NAS Lake Hurst, New Jersey, for two years of active duty. His duties as Airman was launching Navy dirigibles to search the Atlantic Ocean for foreign vessels. After active duty, David served six years in the Navy reserves.

Following his time in the Navy, he relocated to California and worked as a mason in construction for over 40 years.

His hobbies included riding and being a trail guide for several years on his faithful horse, Sundance. Later he obtained his private pilot license for small aircraft and enjoyed being up in the sky. After retirement he enjoyed growing tree and desert plants in his small yard.

David is survived by his sister, Gail (Don) Baldwin of Eddyville, Kentucky and Elizabeth (Chester) Simpson, of St. George, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents Clemence (Slim) and Mary Cox.

The interment will take place on Monday, Aug. 12, 2019, at 9:20 a.m. at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Veterans Memorial Drive, Boulder City, Nevada.

The family would like to acknowledge the special care given by Southgate Senior Living Solutions and hospice by Integrated Senior Care. Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign David’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Dec. 6, 1931 – Aug. 6, 2019

Clarice Eva Gentry, 87, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2019 in Washington, Utah.  Clarice was born to John Albert Scovil and Eva Leone Russell on December 6, 1931 in Ogden, Utah.  Eva later married Myron Daniel Whitesides, who adopted Clarice and her two sisters, Loa Gast and Virgie Arnold. Two brothers, Garth and Mark were later added to the family.

Clarice married in 1951 and raised three children. She is survived by her two sons, Kevin (Lori) Las Vegas, NV and Doug (Becky) Cedar City, UT, along with twelve grandchildren and twenty three great-grandchildren.

She was born at home during the great depression. Life was tough and she learned to make do with little. Hers was a simple life growing up in what was then, rural Layton, Utah. Her family lived on several acres where her father raised alfalfa and vegetables. Her mother raised flowers, petunias, iris, and gladiolas. This taught her to love color and enjoy the simple things in life. Her uncles, aunts, cousins, and grandparents all lived within walking distance. She spent many hours visiting and playing with them. She attended school is Clearfield and Kaysville, graduating from Davis High School in 1950.

As a young teenager she babysat for twenty-five cents an hour. Her first paying job was at the Layton movie theater. She also picked cherries by climbing the trees – no ladders for them. She later worked at a canning factor peeling hot, steamy tomatoes; she was awarded a cookbook for a job well done.

Later in life she spent many hours crocheting colorful afghans and then gave them away to family and friends. She spent many more hours sharing this skill with grandchildren who have further developed this talent.

Clarice had a love for music, often playing opera or classical records for hours on end. As a child she had always dreamed of taking piano and dance lessons but was never able to, so she saw to it that her children did. Each learned to play the piano and she even had her sons take tap dancing lessons. Her legacy in the family are the numerous Christmas stockings she designed and made for each child, their spouses, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Each is a treasure that will be cherished for years to come.

Clarice enjoyed people and simply being with them. She enjoyed being with children, especially her grandchildren, teaching them, whether it was in a primary classroom or outdoors. She would show them the beauties of this world and teach them to appreciate God’s creations.

Her passing must have ignited a wonderful family reunion as her parents, sisters, brothers and daughter, Cheryl (Karl Cram) have preceded her in death.

A very special thanks to the wonderful staff at the Beehive Assisted Living Home for their tender and loving care these past few months. In keeping with her wishes, a private family gathering will be held in St. George, UT.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Please visit our website at www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

June 9,1939 – Aug. 9,2019

Mary June Stafford passed away at 80 years old on August 9th, 2019. She was born on June 9th of 1939 in Farmington, New Mexico to Paul and Elva Jensen Palmer.

Mary had a love for collecting jewelry and Native American art as well as riding horses, doll making and playing card games. She spent many years sharing her talents in sewing and quilting: she was able to make an individual quilt for each of her posterity. Most of all, she loved her family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In addition to raising six children on her own, and battling many health trials in her later years, she was able to emit an empowering example of faith, patience, perseverance and humor amidst it all. She leaves a lasting legacy of unconditional love to all who were privileged to know her.

She is survived by her siblings: William Palmer, Elvalynn Van Rensburg, and Sally Hatchet; her children: Todd Maxwell Stafford, Jill Lynne Stafford Jackson, Lisa Marie Stafford Clements, Kirk Alan Stafford and Anthony Daniel Stafford. She was predeceased by her eldest son, Steven Bennett Stafford. Mary was blessed with fourteen grandchildren and soon to be five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Monday, August 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Hurricane 23rd  Ward Chapel, 320 North 3400 West, Hurricane, Utah. A visitation will be held Monday, prior to services, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church.

Interment will be Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at the Hurricane City Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 435-635-9922. Please visit our website at www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

Dec. 9, 1942 – Aug. 8, 2019

Edward Vincent “Vince” Clayton, our caring and devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly at home on Aug. 8, 2019, in St. George, Utah, at the age of 76.

Vince was born on Dec. 9, 1942, in Los Angeles, California, to Edward Clayton and Beth Ross Clayton. When Vince was 7, his family moved to Salt Lake City where most of his childhood memories were made. Vince graduated from Granite High School and after graduation served in the Army Reserves.

Following this, he was called to serve as an LDS Missionary in the Northern Mexican Mission during which he served as the 2nd Counselor to the Mission President. During the two years Vince was in Mexico, he grew five inches and returned a different man.

Upon returning home, Vince attended the University of Utah, graduating in 1968 with a bachelor’s degree and then continued on to receive his MBA. During his time at University of Utah, his best friend set him up on a blind date with Janet Nielsen. Vince and Janet dated and then married on Sept. 1, 1965.

After graduation, Vince and his growing family remained in Salt Lake City where he worked for Christensen Diamond. In 1972, Vince was offered a job with Proswood which began his life’s work in the building and real estate business. In 1987, he went to work for Defazio & Associates in Dover, New Jersey, where he continued to use his vast knowledge and experience in the building industry.

In 1992, the family returned to Utah, this time finding themselves in St George. For the next 24 years, Vince worked for Ence Homes, where he played an integral role in the success of an existing building company continuing on as an experienced and knowledgeable asset to assist the new owners in the successful expansion of the company.  His area of expertise was in land acquisition and real estate, and he loved his job. He worked as long as his body would allow, until finally retiring in 2017.

Vince was an accomplished fisherman who taught all of his children to fish. Tending to his fruits and vegetables in his garden, no matter the size, was one of his most rewarding pastimes. Vince loved to have fun and to tell stories about anything. He was a humble and happy person who could and would talk to anyone. He was not afraid to be silly and once won a free chicken meal by doing the best chicken dance in the deli section of his local supermarket.

He was a dedicated father and priesthood magnifier who loved the scriptures and created a wealth of gospel writings and insight that he shared with his gospel doctrine classes and priesthood quorums. He was an active and dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many offices and callings, including Bishop of the Union 18th Ward in the Willow Creek Stake in Sandy, Utah. Vince loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and was a natural teacher who shared his testimony of Jesus Christ freely and with conviction.

Vince lived for his wife Janet who was his greatest joy. Together they raised their five children and later welcomed three of their grandsons into their home and continued to raise them for the next nine years. Because of these tremendous blessings, Vince fulfilled his greatest mission as a husband and father. He is remembered as a fun and loving father who always had time for his children. He took his children sledding, fishing and camping. He was a priesthood leader in their home and taught his children the love of Christ through word and deed.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Janet, and his five children, Darin Clayton, Christina Christiansen (Keith) of Farmington, Heather Lewis of St. George, Kesler Clayton of St. George and Allyson Smith of St. George. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, his sister Kathy Turner (Don) of Moses Lake, Washington, and brother Dwight Clayton (Leta) of Montana. He is preceded in death by both his parents and his brother, Ross Clayton.

A funeral begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17, at Spilsbury Mortuary located at 110 South Bluff Street in St. George, Utah. A Viewing will be held on Friday, Aug. 16, from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary and again at 9:30 a.m. Saturday before the funeral.

Friends and family are invited to sign Vince’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

James Arthur Boston, 88, passed away on Aug. 8, 2019. He was born on April 6, 1931, in Woodburn, Iowa, to Lola Ellen Simmons and Clarence R Boston. He married Julia Ledgway on March 11, 1961, in Casper, Wyoming.

Jim was raised and went to school in the Manville, Wyoming, area with his two sisters and two brothers. He worked 30 years for the Wyoming Highway Department in Casper from which he retired to Colorado and then Utah. He coached women’s softball in Casper and was active in youth baseball. He will be remembered for his integrity, honesty and hard work; a great father, loving husband and good friend.

He is survived by his wife: Julia of St. George, Utah: sons, Darrin (Sheri) Boston of Ridgecrest, California and Cory Boston of Casper, Wyoming; sibling, Anna Mae Boston; and grandchildren, Jessica, Jordan, and Joshua.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your preferred charity. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences and complete obituary and funeral listings.

Aug. 1, 1940 – Aug. 10, 2019

Carlyle Mortensen Dalley left this mortal existence the morning of Aug. 10, 2019. Carlyle was born in Cedar City, Utah, on Aug. 1, 1940, the eldest son to Rue Bertelsen Dalley and Maude Mortensen Dalley. His entire life was a testament to his spiritual beliefs, family values and work ethic.

Maude, Carlyle and his baby brother, Cardon Burtis Dalley, temporarily relocated to Parowan, Utah, to be closer to family while his father fought in the Pacific Theater during World War II and served within the Navy Submarine Fleet. Carlyle and Cardon grew to be steadfast companions during their time in Parowan. When Rue returned from war, the family moved to Overton, Nevada, where Rue became a Maintenance Foreman within the Civilian Conservation Corps focusing on the development of the National Parks Service land. Carlyle loved being outside, running free in shorts, no shirt and without shoes in the heat of the desert summers. It was said that his Mom could barely manage to get shoes on his feet as he began his first day of elementary school.

Later the family moved to Boulder City, Nevada, and then to Henderson, Nevada. During this course of time, the family expanded to include another brother, Rodney Bertelsen Dalley and his sister, Claudia Deborah Dalley (White). Carlyle graduated from Basic High School in 1958. He enjoyed his schooling and found his love for playing football. After high school, he attended College of Southern Utah (Now Southern Utah University) located in Cedar City, Utah, where he played linebacker and was also a kicker for the college football team.

In November of his freshman year, he received word that his mother had been involved in a fatal accident. She was only 38 years of age when she passed leaving behind her beloved husband to manage their family of four children. Carlyle was 18 years old at the time of his mother’s passing. While this tragic event created many family hardships, it also established many of the positive core values that Carlyle lived throughout his life and has passed on to his children.

At the age of 21, Carlyle was called to serve in the Alaskan-Canadian mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served diligently in many capacities helping the people of the North. During his time in Canada, he and his companion visited the small town of Quesnel, British Columbia, where they were invited to eat supper with the Neff family. Unbeknownst to him, this would be the first time he would meet his future wife, Barbara Marie Neff. A short four years later, Carlyle met Barbara again while she was attending Brigham Young University. They began dating and two years later were married in the Salt Lake Temple on May 19, 1967.

Carlyle and Barbara began their family shortly thereafter and continued to live in the Salt Lake Valley. They later moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, back to Sandy, Utah, and then moved to St. George, Utah, in the summer of 1984. Carlyle was always the entrepreneur working within the appliance repair business. Carlyle owned and operated Dalley’s Appliance Service until his retirement in 2006. In 2018, Carlyle and Barbara moved to Cedar City to be near family and for Carlyle to receive care at Brookdale Senior Living facility.

Carlyle, his brother Cardon, and cousin Aubrey Mortensen Lister proudly served in the Army National Guard’s 19th Special Forces as Green Berets. He often reflected upon the excitement he felt as a paratrooper jumping from military airplanes during his training and wished in his later years that he could do so again. Carlyle served his country during the Vietnam Conflict era but did not travel overseas and remained stateside to support our troops. Carlyle expressed great pride in his service, love for our country, and supported our troops as they protect our families.

Carlyle’s primary love of sport was for martial arts where he earned his black belt in Karate. For many years Carlyle practiced his skills, competed in tournaments and trained others. He could talk for hours in person or on social media about karate. One of his last wishes was to be able to regain his health so that he could open his own Dojo. Carlyle enjoyed being outdoors, fishing rivers and streams for trout. He taught his children how to fish and created several great memories as a result of these trips. Carlyle also loved sports and he never missed a game for one of his children and could often be found watching their practices. He loved to travel to watch his grandchildren play their various sports as well. Carlyle really loved the game of football and he enjoyed talking about or watching the sport whenever he could.

Carlyle and Barbara were blessed with 6 children: Jana (Larry) Johnston; Kristen (Trevor) Rowley, Reno, Nevada; Caylor (Amy) Dalley, Cedar City Utah; Brendan (Genevieve) Dalley, St. George, Utah; Andrew (Kourtney) Dalley, Kaysville Utah; and Collin (Ashley) Dalley, Washington, Utah. They have 18 beautiful grandchildren ranging from ages of 25 to 2. Carlyle’s death has been preceded by the passing of Rue Bertelsen Dalley (Father), Maude Mortensen Dalley (Mother), Cardon Burtis Dalley (Brother), Rodney Bertelsen Dalley (Brother), and Liv Charlotte Dalley (Granddaughter). Carlyle and his family express their gratitude for the love and support provided by family, friends and the professional caretakers at Brookdale Sr. Living.

Services for Carlyle will be held at Spilsbury Mortuary located at 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, on Saturday, Aug. 17. A brief viewing will be held the same day starting at 1 p.m. with services beginning at 3 p.m. Upon conclusion of his service, Carlyle will be laid to rest at the city of St. George’s cemetery located near 700 East and Tabernacle Street. For those who are unable to attend the funeral in person, services can also be viewed via webcast with links found within Spilsbury Mortuary’s website – www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Aug. 16, 1938 – Aug. 6, 2019

Harry Eugene Harvey passed away peacefully on Aug. 6, 2019, at the age of 80. He was born on Aug. 16, 1938, in Conrad, Montana, to Harry and Ruby Harvey.

He spent most of his youth in Sunburst, Montana, where he graduated high school. He then went on to attend Montana State College where he majored in Chemical Engineering. He quickly advanced in his career, taking his starting position into management within the first year. He remained in management, primarily in Hazard Analysis for the rest of his career.

He married the love of his life, Sue Coles, where it was love at first sight. He helped raise their 10 kids, coaching little league and supporting them in their many activities. His family was his favorite hobby. Watching sports was a close second. He loved to tell jokes and always had one ready to share.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harry William Harvey and Ruby Mollie Darner; and by his loving wife, Sue Coles Harvey. He is survived by his 10 kids: Karen (Dave) Davis, Pam (Randy) Opeikens, Carolyn (Todd) Norton, Bill (Cyndi) Harvey, Annette Harvey, Steve (Susan) Harvey, Robert (Darcie) Harvey, Linda (Asim) Kovacevic, Debbie (Brandon) Moore, and Patty (Bruce) Hedges; along with 32 grandkids and 15 great-grandkids.

He was a wonderful, loving patriarch of his family and will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Aug. 16, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, 288 West St. George Boulevard, St. George, Utah. A visitation will be held Saturday prior to services from 1:30-2:15 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Visit www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

Sept. 30, 1929 – Aug. 12, 2019

Marilyn Willie Baird, 89, was born Sept. 30, 1929, and passed away on Aug. 12, 2019. Marilyn was born in Ogden, Utah, to Leon and Thelma Willie. She was predeceased by her sweetheart, Ramon Condie Baird, whom she loved since they first met in the sandbox at age 3.

Marilyn married Ramon on June 17, 1952, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s degree in 1951 in Elementary Education and taught school in Ogden; New Bern, North Carolina; and Boulder, Colorado.

Marilyn moved to Boulder in 1957 where she made her home for 43 years. She moved back to Utah in 2000 and split time between her homes in Sandy and St. George.

Marilyn loved the Colorado mountains where she enjoyed hiking and the beautiful outdoors. She loved traveling and learning about international cultures; she visited many countries over her lifetime. Marilyn had a great love for music and sang in the Colorado Mormon Chorale for 13 years. She had a beautiful mezzo-soprano voice, and audiences relished her performances.

Marilyn was an award-winning artist who decorated her home with many landscape and still-life paintings. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed supporting her children’s and grandchildren’s athletic events and musical performances.

She was a friend to everyone at The Retreat at Sunbrook and went out of her way to make everyone feel welcome. Marilyn was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

She is survived by her four children, Shauna (David) Paulsen, Richard (Cherry Sanford) Baird, Scott (Julie) Baird, Kathy (Verlin) Russon, fourteen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, one sister and one brother.

A family viewing will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, followed by a graveside service and interment at the Ogden City Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.spilsburymortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund.

March 31, 1922 – Aug. 12, 2019

Elna England Worthington passed away on Aug. 12, 2019, at the age of 97. She was born on March 31, 1922, to Azile and Blanche Matthews England in Tooele, Utah. She is the fourth of seven kids. She attended schools in Tooele and graduated from Tooele High School.

On Feb. 24, 1943, she married C. Ivan Worthington in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. They made their home in Grantsville, Utah. They were the parents of 6 children.

Elna was involved in 4H, PTA and many church callings. After Ivan died in 1970, Elna went on to complete her Registered Nurse degree and was a nurse at Pioneer Valley Hospital for 18 years. After retiring, she completed two LDS missions, one to New Zealand another to Florida. After completing her missions, she relocated to the St. George, Utah, area where she lived until her death.

Elna was an avid quilt maker and lovingly gave them away to many people. She loved to oil paint, sew and cook.

She is survived by her children; Judy Buckles, Drew (Joan), Marcia Coon (Glen), Ross (Diane), John (Lynda) and Jill Chapman (Greg). She is also survived by her sisters, Gloria Bevan, Mazile England and Maree Joy Sagers. She is lovingly called Grandma by 27 grandkids, 47 great-grandkids and four great-great-grandkids.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 1 p.m. at the Buena Vista Stake Center, 860 N. Fairway Drive, Washington City, Utah. There will be a visitation Saturday prior to services from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Stake Center. Additional services will be held Monday, Aug. 19, with a visitation from 10-11 a.m. with the funeral starting at 11 a.m. at the Grantsville Chapel, 81 Church Street, Grantsville, Utah. Interment will take place in the Grantsville Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society in Elna’s behalf.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Elna’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

July 30, 1941 – Aug. 8, 2019

Carl William Holm, 78, passed away Aug. 8, 2019, suddenly at a son’s residence in LaVerkin, Utah.

He was born July 30, 1941, in Salt Lake City to Carl Otto Nathaniel and Majorie Ruth Morrison Holm.

In his childhood, he lived in many places, including Salt Lake, Widstoe, Hildale and St. George. He also lived in Phoenix, Arizona, after the 1953 raid on Short Creek. He was a farmer and truck driver. He raised his family in Salt Lake City and Idaho at the Big Butte ranch and finally in Colorado City, Arizona.

He loved his children and taught them to “Choose the Right.” He loved including them in his business endeavors so he could be close and spend time with them.

He was his father’s first child and was willing to help any way that he could with his many siblings he truly loved and yearned for.

He was a very cheerful person and was very close to God. He always tried to look on the sunny side of life and would often joke and tease, just to get a smile out of others.

He leaves behind 33 children and over 250 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, at 11 a.m. at the Apple Valley Ward Chapel, 274 S. 100 West, Hurricane, Utah. There will be a viewing Friday, Aug. 16, from 5-8 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff, St. George, Utah, and Saturday prior to services from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Chapel. Interment will take place in the Isaac Carling Memorial Park, Colorado City, Arizona.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Carl’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.