July 5, 1916 — December 1, 2019

Elizabeth Schaar Doty “Betty” completed her earthly mission on Dec. 1, 2019, at her home in Santa Clara, Utah, from causes incident to age. She was 103 years old. She is having a joyous reunion with her beloved husband, George; son, George Ellis, III; parents; and other family members.

Betty was born on July 5, 1916, to Louise Volkert and Rudolph Schaar in Hastings, Minnesota, and was the fifth of their six children. She grew up on the family farm and learned the value of hard work. She loved working in the garden with her mother where they grew the food they ate and had enough to share with others. When she was 16, many of the household responsibilities became hers following the death of her mother. 

After high school, she attended the University of Minnesota and earned a degree in nursing. She distinguished herself in her studies and was President of the Student Nurses Association. During her duties as a nurse at Minneapolis General Hospital, she worked closely with Sister Elizabeth Kenney, a bush nurse from Australia, who pioneered innovative treatments for polio prior to the polio vaccine.  It was in the Surgical Ward that she met Dr. George Ellis Doty, an intern. They were married on Nov. 18, 1942, just prior to George’s call to service in the U.S. Navy as a flight surgeon. At the conclusion of the war, Betty joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Dec. 30, 1945. Their marriage was solemnized in the Logan Temple in July 1948.

Following the war, Betty and George settled in North Hollywood, California, where George set up his medical practice. Betty devoted herself to their family. She and George shared many interests: they loved entertaining, supported the arts and traveled extensively. She was involved in many charitable and civic organizations including the National Charity League, MUSES and the Los Angeles County Medical Auxiliary. They moved to Santa Clara in 1995.

Betty was a faithful member of the church and served in many capacities. She was a teacher in each of the auxiliaries, Relief Society President, and Compassionate Service Leader. Together with her husband, she served a medical mission to Guatemala. They also served as ordinance workers in the Los Angeles Temple.

Betty and George shared 53 happy years together before his death in 1995. They were the parents of three daughters and one son. She is survived by her daughters: Liz Dayton (Lyman), Gigi Doty (Richard Butler), and Tina Walker (Marlan). At the time of her death, Betty stood at the head of five generations of descendants: three daughters, 11 grandchildren, 34.5 great-grandchildren, and 2.5 great-great-grandchildren. She is the center of an even wider circle of relatives, friends, neighbors and acquaintances who love and honor her positive spirit, radiant smile and boundless generosity. Her legacy to her family is one of devotion, hard work, compassion and unselfishness. She richly blessed the lives of all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, at 11 a.m. at the Santa Clara Heights Stake Center, 1705 Desert Dawn Drive. A visitation will be held Friday, prior to services, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

Donations may be made to Humanitarian Services of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (https://www.ldsphilanthropies.org/humanitarian-services).

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.

February 8, 1928 — December 11, 2019

Jeane Randall Duke passed away on Dec. 11, 2019, at the age of 91 at her daughter’s home in St. George, Utah.

Jeane was born on Feb. 8, 1928, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Lloyd Franklin Randall and Constance Curtis Young, just 15 minutes before her twin sister, Joanne. Jeane grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho and attended Riverside Elementary School, O.E. Bell Junior High and graduated from Idaho Falls High School. She attended Brigham Young University and was a lifelong learner who loved to read.

While at BYU she met and married Dean Elmo Call. They had six beautiful children. She supported Dean through medical school in Philadelphia and subsequent training to become Idaho’s first plastic surgeon. They divorced after 28 years of marriage.

Jeane met and married Robert Paul Duke in 1981. They lived in Provo, Utah. To the surprise of her children, they became a fun motorcycle riding couple and loved spending time together. He died in 1984.

Jeane, an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was then called to serve a mission to Bristol England. On her return, she settled in Ammon, Idaho where she lived for over 30 years. Jeane also served a mission in the Idaho Falls Family History Center and was an ordinance worker in the Idaho Falls Temple.

Throughout her life she was very generous with her time and resources, transporting other widows to church each Sunday, making and delivering meals to those in need, and serving without fanfare in countless other ways. Her house was a frequent stopping point for her posterity as they traveled to Island Park, Idaho. Her home was always open. She made everyone feel loved and important. Jeane later moved to Pocatello, Idaho to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Patty and John Tanner.

Being healthy was very important to Jeane. She educated herself on nutrition, ate well, loved to walk and was back on her feet even after several falls. Not surprisingly, she was physically active until just a few days before her passing.

Jeane was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters: Joyce Richardson and Joanne Bowers; daughter, Evelyn McNair (Brian); and four great-grandchildren: Isaac McNair, Elliott Jeane Warren, Dove Estelle Mortensen and Joy Jeane Mortensen. She is survived by two sisters: Janice Thompson of Lake Oswego, Oregon and Jerold Deen Smith (Dale) of Nuevo, California; her brother, Scott Randall (Julie) of Idaho Falls; five children and their spouses: Patty Tanner (John), Stephen Call (Dianna), Suzanne Taylor (Brian), Randy Call (Bonnie) and Marilyn Clark (Mike); 28 grandchildren; and 48 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held at Metcalf Mortuary in St. George, Utah.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, at 11:30 a.m., with a viewing at 10:30 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint chapel located at 135 E. 2000 South, Orem, Utah 84058. Interment will be at 12:30 p.m. at the Provo City Cemetery, 610 S. State St., Provo, Utah 84606, followed by a family lunch at 1:30 p.m.

Special thanks to Metcalf Mortuary in St. George, Utah for the funeral arrangements and to Alliance Home Health and Hospice for their loving care.

October 13, 1931 — December 9, 2019

Joan Delores Diamond, age 88, passed peacefully from this life, surrounded by her family on Dec. 9, 2019, in St. George, Utah.  She was born Oct. 13, 1931, in Los Angeles, California to Garnet and Maxwell Galloway. She married her sweetheart, David on Nov. 3, 1954, in Riverside, California and together raised six children. They were always very proud of their children and their many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Being raised by a Master Sergeant, it was only natural she would choose to enlist in the Air Force herself. Alongside her husband, they served in England, Florida, California and then settled in Las Vegas, Nevada where they lived over 50 years. They were both very proud to be veterans. 

Joan is survived by her five children: Debbie (Bobby), Richard (Cheryl), Janet, Rob (Candy) and David (Nancy). She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, David; her daughter Karen; two grandchildren, David and Pam; her brother, Jimmy; and parents, Garnet and Maxwell Galloway. 

Joan was an avid sports fan, especially enjoyed watching the LA Dodgers and Lakers with her family. She also enjoyed playing bingo while living in Las Vegas. 

She will be remembered most by her heartfelt devotion to her family and her kind and generous way and will be missed by all who knew her.  

A visitation will be held in St. George on Monday, Dec. 16, 2019 form 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd.

Services will be held Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, at 1:20 p.m. at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit our website www.metcalfmortuary.com. 

December 16, 2019

On Dec. 16, 2019, Kathleen Ann Roche passed away peacefully surrounded by many loved ones.

She is survived by her three siblings, Danny and Trudy Carter, David and Nancy Carter Theobald and Frank and Susie Carter; her six children, Tobi Lynne Payne, Angie Roche Evans, Ronald Justin and Jaime Akers Payne, Suzanne Roche, Rebecca Roche and Ricky Ray Roche, Jr.; 19 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wildon J. and Anna Mae Cook Carter; her brother, Wildon Paul Carter and grandson Elijah Payne.

Services in her remembrance will be held Friday, Dec. 20, 2019 at 1 p.m. in the chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 166 S. Main Street, St. George.

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George (435) 673-2454. Family and friends are invited to sign her online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com

December 17, 2019

Kay Lee Adams, 90, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019. Kay was born on August 14, 1929 in St. George, Utah. He was the son of Lee Adams and Phoebe (Linge) Adams. He was married to his life-long companion, Charlotte Smith on Sept. 25, 1948, in the St. George Temple.

Kay was raised in Bunkerville and Logandale, Nevada. After some years of work and of college in both Nevada and Colorado, Kay settled his family down in Las Vegas, Nevada. He worked as a land surveyor and was well respected in the civil engineering community of Clark County, Nevada, even serving multiple terms in the elected position of Clark County Surveyor.

After retirement, Kay and Char moved to Hurricane. He loved horses, gardening and reading. He loved his family, and although he could seem stern at first, the older he got, the more everyone discovered just how soft his heart really was.

He is survived by his wife Charlotte; his brother Larry Adams; six of his seven children: Charlene Black, Tom Adams, John Adams, Lisa Traxler, Dan Adams, and Laura Jones; 25 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and by one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his sister Louise Doty, his sister Eleanor Jensen, and his son Steven

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28 at 1 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hurricane 10th Ward Chapel at 1178 S. 700 West, Hurricane, Utah. A viewing will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Interment will take place immediately after services at the Hurricane City Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George (435) 673-2454. Family and friends are invited to sign his online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com

November 25, 1933 — December 16, 2019

Nancy passed away on Dec. 16, 2019, in St. George, Utah, at the age of 86. She was born on Nov. 25, 1933, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Donald Whitaker Folsom and Ellen Rose Binns. She was the 5th of five children and grew up in Salt Lake City and in Centerville. Her siblings are Lila Binns Folsom, Marvin Hugh Folsom, Iris Josephine Folsom and Jerry Binns Folsom, all of whom have proceeded her in death. She married Gordon Ernest Weinheimer on June 7, 1961, in the Salt Lake temple.

Nancy’s interests included her church, her family, music, gardening, family history and temple service. Unfortunately, when she was 17, she was in a serious car accident with her sister Lila and sustained back injuries. After this, she suffered with varying degrees of back pain her whole life.

When she started at BYU, she discovered she had a powerful singing voice. She graduated with a degree in vocal performance in 1959. Music is one of Nancy’s great talents and she loved it!

Nancy took some time out from college to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1957 to 1958. She served in the Northwestern States Mission.

After being married in 1961, Nancy and Gordon lived first in Calgary, Canada, for a short time and then in Moses Lake, Washington. In 1963, they moved to South Florida for Gordon to work for the United States Sugar Corporation in Clewiston, Florida. They lived there for 30 years, except for a short time in Belle Glade to begin with. Along the way, they were blessed with five children themselves. The church in Florida was small and struggling so they spent much of their time serving and supporting the church there.

Nancy was a dedicated wife and mother, spending most of her time taking care of her family and their home. She always cooked dinner at night for her family.

Nancy volunteered and helped in various ways in the community, but she spent a lot of her spare time serving in her church. From the day she arrived in Florida, she became the branch organist, a calling she held for 30 years. She served in practically every calling, in every organization. These were the days when these meetings were during the week. Her family lived 30 minutes from the building so it was quite the commitment! She tried to help others with meals and other needs during difficult times. And she always loved to share her singing talent with anyone who asked her.

In 1993, when Gordon retired, Nancy and Gordon moved to Ivins, Utah. She loved singing with the Southwest Symphony Chorale. She participated in many productions (chorale, solo and ensemble) for many years until about 2012, when her health began to decline. She was the alto solo for “He Was Despised” in the “Messiah”.

Nancy also loved her temple service. When she moved to Ivins, she began working in the temple locker room. From May 1996 to Oct. 1997, Nancy and Gordon served a temple mission to the Toronto Canada temple. After this mission, they both served in the temple until 2011, when Nancy had spinal surgery and was no longer able.

For the ending of her life history, Nancy wanted some quotes to be included:

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s learning to dance in the rain.”  — Vivian Greene

“I pray that we might treat each other with more kindness, more courtesy, more humility, and patience, and forgiveness.” — Pres. Howard W. Hunter

Nancy is survived by Gordon and her children: Jeana Weinheimer Allen (Eric Allen), Lakeland, FL; Beth Ann Weinheimer Erickson (Jonathan Erickson), Parker, CO; Merrill Gordon Weinheimer (Carrie Phillips Weinheimer), Belton, MO, and Lehi, UT; Craig Burton Weinheimer (Tiffany Peterson Weinheimer), Eagle Mountain, UT; Keith Dallin Weinheimer (Misty Barney Weinheimer), Mount Juliet, TN. Grandchildren include: Heidi Allen Heath, Melissa Allen; Sage Erickson Allen, Adam Erickson, Nathan Erickson, Brooke Erickson; Jade Weinheimer, Seth Weinheimer, Tanner Weinheimer, Aaron Weinheimer, Ryan Weinheimer, Abby Weinheimer; Brayden Weinheimer, Alyssa Weinheimer, Collin Weinheimer; Sean Weinheimer, and Kirsten Weinheimer. The cute great-grandchildren are: Jordan Heath; Luke and Hazel Allen, Lacey and Hannah Erickson; Evalynn Weinheimer.

Funeral services will be on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at 11 a.m. at the Ivins 8th Ward Chapel, 290 E. 1060 South, Ivins, Utah, A visitation will be held prior to services from 9:30 to 10:30 am.  at the church.  Interment will be in the Ivins City Cemetery.

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.

August 23, 1960 — December 13, 2019

Brent Dee Robison, 59, father, son, brother and friend has lifted off on his final flight. He passed away peacefully at home in St. George, Utah on Dec. 13, 2019, and now returns to his Heavenly Father and his loved ones who have gone on before.

Brent was born in Vernal Utah, the second son to Vern F. Robison and June Stevens Robison, on Aug. 23, 1960. Brent grew up with one older brother, Curt, a younger sister, Debbie, and a younger brother, Rick.

Brent loved to hunt and fish with his dad and brothers as a young man, as well as enjoying many other happy adventures, trips and activities with his family and friends! While growing up in the Panguitch he enjoyed participating in activities including high school basketball and other school activities. 

Brent graduated from Panguitch High School in 1978. He attended Dixie State College where he met Yvette Austin from Summit Utah. They were married in 1981 and became the parents of a precious daughter Jolene Maria Robison, who became the light of his life! Brent was always proud that his little girl held the title of being the very first grandchild for his parents. 

Brent moved his family to and managed the Bryce Canyon Airport for a time. Brent and Yvette divorced, and an employment opportunity took him to California. 

In the mid-1980s he met Elle Bielat and her two young sons Joshua and Lucas. They were married and lived in the Yucca Valley California areas of Twenty Nine Palms and Wonder Valley.

While living there, Brent was employed with Don Landers Construction, building homes, shopping centers, an industrial park and also projects on the Twenty Nine Palms Marine Base. Brent made many good friends everywhere he lived. It was also in California in 1986, that Brent and Elle lost one son, Lucas. They divorced in the mid to late 1990s.

Brent made his way back to St. George, Utah where he has lived for over 23 years. He started his employment with Checker Auto Parts and worked for Cindy Taylor Trucking as a Heavy Loader Operator.

Brent also held various positions at O’Reilly Auto Parts Stores in St George, such as Installer Service Specialist, Assistant Store Manager and Commercial Sales Manager where he was respected and appreciated by many customers and coworkers alike. 

Although during his last four or five years Brent faced many health issues he continued working, except when his doctors ordered him off to recover and heal enough. 

Over the weeks or months when Brent was required to spend time with doctors and nurses etc., it was easy to see that Brent had become good friends with many of those who cared for him. Some were considered much like family to Brent. 

Brent’s lifelong love of Airplanes and flying developed into a great love for flying Radio Control model airplanes. Brent participated in races with local and national organizations. Brent and three associates are the founders of “SUPRA,” a Radio Control Pylon racing organization in Southern Utah. 

He raced his planes and won two of the three prize categories in the RC Pro National Races in the St. George and Cedar City area a few years back.

Brent was a gentle giant and had a heart of gold. He enjoyed kids and his precious animal friends. He loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. At family gatherings, Brent was often found somewhere with a group of little people out finding adventure.

Brent had dear neighbors, close friends and kind church members who offered richness to his daily life that is unmatched! He felt so happy to have been called “Grandpa Brent” by Cindy’s little grandkids. 

He and his sister, Debbie, who lives in Oregon, had a very close connection. She always tried to be there at his side through his many surgeries, illnesses or whatever else he needed her for. Theirs was a unique sister-brother relationship. 

Brent is survived by his daughter, Jolene Robison of Richmond, Utah, Parents, Vern and Pam Robison of Panguitch Utah, June Robison, Keizer, Oregon, Siblings, Curtis J. Robison of Las Vegas, Nevada, Debra Ann Muhlestein (Russell), of Keizer Oregon, Ricky Lee Robison of Salt Lake City, Utah.

Preceded in death by Grandparents, Mariner and Jennie McMullin, Charles and Mary Stevens, son Luke Bielat, nephews Rusten and Ryan Muhlestein and other aunts and uncles.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at 11 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Interment is at Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, Utah, following the service.  

Family and friends are invited to sign his online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com

Oct. 25, 1934 – Dec. 17, 2019

Janice Tucker Nielson was born Oct. 25, 1934 to Byron Edwin Tucker and Zetta Anderson. She passed away Dec. 17, 2019 in St. George, Utah.

Janice grew up in Ephraim, Utah. She attended Snow College and graduated in 1955. She was sealed to Russell Homer Nielson in the Manti LDS Temple on Sep. 9, 1955. Together they moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, until Russell graduated from the University of Utah.

During their marriage, Russell had employment opportunities, which took them to several different cities, which they called home. They bought their first home in Murray, Utah, then on to Scottsdale, Arizona. They then moved to Cypress, California and then on to Pleasanton, California. They settled in Alta Loma, California, in 1977, until 2016 when they moved to Santa Clara, Utah.

Janice’s dream was to teach school. While she was living in Pleasanton, California, she started volunteering at the elementary school close to their home. When her family moved back to Southern, California, she went back to school and received her teaching certificate. She then taught grades 1-3 for 13 years in Fontana, California.

After retiring, Janice continued as a part-time reading specialist, teaching many children how to read, including many of her grandchildren.

Janice loved to read and shared that love with her grandchildren. She read a wide variety of books. She loved the arts. She attended many musicals. She had a part in a play while attending Snow College. She also had a love of travel. She and Russell traveled to many places and took several cruises. They went to Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, twice, many cities in Mexico, Hawaii and many others.

Janice had a love for history and wrote multiple biographies of her ancestors.

Janice was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had many callings. She had callings in Relief Society, was Primary President and had various callings serving in the young women.

Janice is survived by her loving husband, Russell and her children: Steven (Krista), Kaye (Martin) Schooley, and Michael (Leah); sisters: Molly (Gary) Dolano, and Geneva Cloward. She is survived by 13 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, James Byron Tucker.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Dec. 23, at the Santa Clara 11th Ward Chapel, 3815 Rachel Dr, Santa Clara, Utah, at 11 a.m. A visitation will be held, prior to the services, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Santa Clara Cemetery.

Jan. 5, 1934 – Dec. 21, 2019

Thomas Otto Schroath, age 85, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, in St. George, Utah, at home of natural causes. He was born Jan. 5, 1934, in Huntington, West Virginia, to Ona (Sharp) and Leonard Schroath. He married Connie Brooks on July 3, 1957, in the St. George Temple. They had 9 children, Cindy (Paul) Syndergaard, Leonard (Angela) Schroath, Cathy (Dave) Loeper, Beverly (Brent) Shedden, Janice Powell, Michael (Toni) Schroath, Michelle (Jeff) Barrows, Jim (Lori) Schroath and Jennifer (Edwin) Stevenson. These children gave him 44 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

Tom began working at an early age, sweeping floors for a watch repairman. After high school he served in the Air Force for four years and was given an honorable discharge in 1956. After he and Connie were married, they lived in West Virginia, Detroit, Michigan and Provo, Utah, where he graduated from Brigham Young University with an Electrical Engineering degree. He began his career as a radar system engineer for Hughes Aircraft in Inglewood, California. He was then hired by Hewlett Packard as a design engineer which took him to Colorado Springs and Boise, Idaho. He retired there in 1995 and moved to St. George.

He was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served in many callings including Bishopric, Stake Presidency and other leadership positions. He learned to love music in his early years by playing the trumpet in high school and found much joy singing in choirs including the Southern Utah Heritage Choir where he served as the president for 10 years. He enjoyed extensive world travels with his wife and the choir. He is survived by his wife, Connie, his children, and a brother Gary (Elvira) Schroath. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a grandson, Benjamin Schroath.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 27, at 11 a.m. at the Fort Pearce Chapel, 750 E. Fort Pearce North, St. George, Utah, under the direction of Bishop Beau Barney and Spilsbury Mortuary. Visitations will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 South Bluff St., and at the chapel on Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be in the Tonaquint Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Southern Utah Heritage Choir (a favorite of his) at PO Box 3281, St. George UT, 84771.

Oct. 11, 1949 – Dec. 18, 2019

Theron Nelson Heath, 70, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019. He was born Oct. 11, 1949 to Jean Nelson and Vird J Heath in St. George, UT. He was the oldest of 4 children all raised in St. George.

Theron graduated from Dixie High School then went on to study at what is now Southern Utah University. He fulfilled a 2-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New Zealand. After which he went on to serve in the Army. Upon returning, he helped to care for his mother. He recently retired from Ram Company where he worked for 32 years

As an avid reader, you could always find a book in Theron’s hand. He also loved listening to music, going out and going to his family reunions.

Theron is survived by his father Vird Heath of St. George, brother Richard

(Kenda) of Mesquite, NV, sister-in-law Florence Heath of St. George, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Jean Nelson Heath, sister Sharon Kay, and brother Stephen Heath Sr.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 27, at 11 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will take place in Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, Utah.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah, 435-673-2454.

Friends and family are invited to sign his online guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

June 3, 1937 – Dec. 18, 2019

Cornelia Ashby Nisson, age 105, passed away in her home on Dec. 18, 2019.

Cornelia was born in St. George, Utah on July 8, 1914, to Robert Turner Ashby and Emma Brooks Ashby.

While attending Dixie College she met Antone Willard Nisson and they were married in the St. George LDS Temple on June 3, 1937.

She served as Primary President, first and second counselor, as well as Relief Society President and counselor in the LDS church.

Following Tony’s retirement from his dental practice in 1981, they moved back to their hometown of St. George, Utah where they were active on the Dixie College Alumni Board and the Golden Generation Group. Cornelia and Tony were awarded the Distinguished Service Award in 1995 for their lifetime of service.

In the early years Cornelia worked at the Big Hand Cafe in St George and taught school in Rockville, Utah. She also worked at Hughes Aircraft in Los Angeles while Antone was attending Dental School.

For years Cornelia also volunteered as a Pink Lady at Dixie Regional Hospital. She was dedicated to her church and the community. She served as a Temple Worker in the St. George Temple. She touched many lives, and leaves behind a legacy of helping others and giving of herself.

Survived by her three children and their families, Michelle (Jody) Nisson Fleming and husband Eric; Willard (Bill) Ashby Nisson and wife Happy; Emilee Marie Nisson Ivey and husband Clay; 10 grandchildren (1 deceased) and 12 great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her husband Antone Willard Nisson, granddaughter Lisa Ashby DuFresne, and her brothers and sisters: Nathanal Ashby, Leslie Ashby, Rose Ashby Andrus, and Josephine Ashby Hutchings.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. at the Washington City Cemetery, Washington City, Utah. A Visitation will be held prior from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah.

Family and friends are invited to sign her online guestbook at http://www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Dec. 29, 1938 – Dec. 23, 2019

Ron Hargis, age 80, of Hurricane, Utah, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loved ones Dec. 23, 2019.

He was born Dec. 29, 1938, in Salt Lake City to Calvin and LaRee Hargis. He was the youngest of 3 children (Claire Katris and Arline Hedges). He married Gail Hargis in Anaheim, California. They were together for 57 wonderful years.

Ron grew up in Salt Lake City and graduated from South High School. He moved to California to attend Santa Anna College where he received a degree in Accounting. While still in California, he met the love of his life Gail. They returned to Salt Lake City, and he worked at Leisure World as an accountant. Ron followed his dream and became an entrepreneur and opened up his own business (Amazon Aquarium). After a successful career as a small business owner he ventured into his creative side, designing award winning bonsai trees.

Ron had many passions which included, Rocket Building, Photography, Assembling Personal Computers, ATVing, Shooting, and the Great Outdoors.

He is survived by his wife Gail Hargis; his children Mark Hargis, Kim Stevens (Mark) Ron Hargis (Mary) Amber Reid (John) and 11 grandchildren; His sister Arline Hedges, and brother Claire Katris.

Ron’s and Gail’s heart will forever be filled with love and gratitude for the love, compassion, and care given by their daughter Amber, son-in-law John, grandson Julian and his wife Nikki during Ron’s final weeks of life.  They would also like to thank Hospice for their love, tenderness, and compassion.

Join us for a Memorial Gathering, Saturday, Jan. 11, from 5-7 p.m. at Noah’s, 322 West 11000 South, South Jordan, Utah.

November 4, 1935 — December 16, 2019

Robert Dale Ewald II, 84, of St. George, Utah, died Dec. 16, 2019, of heart failure. He was a resident of St George Rehab & Care Center in St George, Utah. “Bob” Ewald, was born on Nov. 4, 1935, in Culver, Marshall, Indiana, son of Robert Dale Ewald, Sr. and Mary Beulah Osborne Ewald.

The loving husband of Janice Mullin Ewald, he is survived by said wife, Janice (Ja ‘neese); four daughters of first wife, (Sherry James), who are Robin, Rose, Jody and Lynn; six adopted children, of second wife, Carolyn Rice, (Sealed July 1, 1980, Washington D.C. Temple), who are five sons, James, Donald, Kenneth, one daughter, Karen, and sons, Kyle (deceased 2003), and Thomas; three daughters, of third wife, Janice Mullin Ewald (Sealed March 28, 2002, Raleigh, North Carolina Temple), who are Connie, Laura and Donna. Bob is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, scattered around the United States.

He is dearly loved and will be strongly missed by his wonderfully well-blended families.

Bob worked at various jobs, but the one he loved the most was his position as a Respiratory Therapist, at Tucson Medical Center, in Tucson, Arizona. He was there, starting about 1968, for six and a half years. It was there he gained his testimony of God and Jesus Christ, as he was involved in life and death situations, and felt the spirits of some of his very old and very young patients, as they crossed over to the other side. It wasn’t until 1977, though, that he was baptized as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Bob was an active and faithful member, serving three Missions for the church, and serving in several callings, including Branch President in Batesville, Arkansas.

His first mission was with his wife, Carolyn Rice, (called Carol, in Raleigh, North Carolina, 1997-98). Janice, also serving as a Single Senior Sister Missionary, was serving in the same Mission, (1997-99). She met them and they became fast friends. After Carol’s death, her loss was deeply felt by all. Bob and Janice started “keeping company,” and were married and sealed on March 28, 2002, in the Raleigh, North Carolina Temple.

In 2005, Bob and Janice moved to Utah for the drier air, due to their breathing problems. And he was able to throw away his inhaler.

Bob’s second and third missions were served, with Janice, in St. George, Utah at the Call Center, set up to find missing members of the church and at the very place where they ended up living in 2018, the St. George Rehabilitation & Care Center. It’s a Skilled Nursing Facility for those not ill enough to be in the hospital, but not well enough to be on their own. Bob taught Sunday School for most of the time he lived at the care center and taught his last lesson, Dec. 8, 2019. One comment was made that, “he had endured to the end.”

Bob donated his body to science, so there will be no viewing. However, a Memorial Service will be held Jan. 4, 2020, at 2 p.m. at St. George Rehab and Care Center in St. George, Utah.

My First Christmas In Heaven

I know how much you miss me. I see the pain inside your heart. But, I am not so far away. We really aren’t apart. So, be happy for me, Dear Ones. You know I hold you dear, and be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus this year. (Excerpts taken from, My First Christmas in Heaven by Author Unknown)

May 20, 1928 — December 23, 2019

Norene Heyborne Smith (91) left her Earthly Life Dec. 23, 2019. 

Norene was born in Cedar City, Utah on May 20, 1928, to William Webster Heyborne and Anna Belle Stubbs Heyborne. She was one of eight children.

Her early years were spent in Parowan. While in grade school, the family moved to Cedar City. She went to work as a waitress while still in school. She graduated from Cedar High School in 1946.

After WWII, and the soldiers were returning home, Norene met her future husband. She married McKay Smith on Sept. 16, 1946, in Pioche, Nevada. On Jan. 16, 1960, their marriage was solemnized in the St. George Temple. 

McKay and Norene had four children; Marilyn, Dennis, Terri and Cindy.

Norene loved being a mom and a grandma. She was a wonderful seamstress. She made clothes for her little girls and herself. She made a wedding dress for one of her daughters and for a granddaughter.

She was a great cook. She could make the best pies and cookies and she loved sharing her recipes with family. Her grandkids loved her “Red Stew,” “Chicken and Rice” and Chicken Pot Pies.

She is survived by her daughters Marilyn Crawford Bauer and Cindy Lee Rodet. Norene was grandma to 15 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, all her siblings, her husband McKay, her daughter Terri Smith Christiansen, her son Dennis Kay Smith and a grandson Zach Rodet.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. at the Cedar Stake Center (155 E. 400 South). A viewing will be held from 9:30-11:30 am. Interment will be held at the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent at www.sumortuary.com.

January 18, 1936 — December 24, 2019

On Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2019, Fred Rushton Leavitt, 83, passed away in St. George, Utah from the challenges of this life into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada on Jan. 18, 1936, to Laman Pulsipher and Donna Rushton Leavitt. He was their youngest of five children.

Fred graduated from Las Vegas High School, where he excelled in football in 1954, achieving All American status and graduated from Brigham Young University, where he played varsity football, graduating with a degree in accounting in 1960.

In 1959, he married his best friend and love of his life, Laurel Ann Borgquist “Lolly” in the Los Angeles Temple. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year. They had four beloved children: Stacy (Neal) Hart, Fred Rush (Trina) Leavitt, Stan (Karen) Leavitt and Shannon (Christian) Hildebrandt. His children brought him great joy.

Fred was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all of his life, serving in many positions including a mission in Western Canada, Ward Missionary, Stake Missionary in Northridge, California, a Regional mission, with his wife, LDS Employment in the San Fernando California Mission, a mission together in the West Indies from 2006-2007, followed by two years as a Transient Bishop in St. George, Utah. They lived in California for many years, serving as Bishop, more than once, Chatsworth California Stake Presidency, in addition to many other callings.

In his later years, he became very interested in genealogy and did the research and work for thousands of relatives, in addition to completing his life history. Many will bless his name.

His legacy is one of Christ-like service, his love of family, his love of others and his undeviating faith in Jesus Christ.

Fred is survived by his wife, Laurel; four children; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, Joan Barnard; sisters-in-law: Theresa (Legrand) Leavitt, Cheryl (John) Gealta; and brother-in-law, D. Thomas (Leslie) Borgquist; as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives, that honor his name. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Legrand Leavitt; and sisters, Donna Jean Buttle Heath and Bonnie Lou Ford.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, at 1 p.m. at the Sunset Stake Center, 82 N. Dixie Drive, St. George, Utah. A visitation will be held Saturday, prior to services, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Stake Center. Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery.

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.

November 9th, 1935 — December 26, 2019

Allen Dale Neathery, 84, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away Dec. 26, 2019, in St. George, Utah from aspiration pneumonia after a fall and surgery to repair a broken hip. Born Nov. 9, 1935, in Gainesville, Texas to Chester and Bonnie Wheeler Neathery. 

Allen was raised in Gainesville, Texas, after graduating high school, he enlisted in the Marines, and was stationed in Camp Pendleton, California. After leaving the military he lived in San Diego, where he met his sweetheart, Helga Wesemann, they were married on Nov. 10, 1957, in Yuma, Arizona, and they moved to Salt Lake City in 1961. He was in the self-service gas station business before he went to work for Sears Roebuck & Co, in 1973. He retired from Sears after 26 years, and two years later they relocated to St. George, Utah. He enjoyed golfing, whether playing, or watching on TV. They enjoyed going to Mesquite, Nevada. He was a season ticket holder for the Salt Lake Golden Eagles in the 1980s. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in their activities. In his younger years he enjoyed cooking.

Survived by wife, Helga and his two children; Daughter Tammy Denver, Colorado, Jeff (Kellie), South Jordan, Utah, seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren

Proceeded in death by his daughter Lori Ann, Sons Gordon Dale, James Allen, who welcomed him home with open arms, his father, mother, sister and brother.

Special thanks to the, Emergency Dept, ICU, and their staff at Intermountain Healthcare in St. George for their compassionate and excellent care.

You will be missed a great deal by your family. We hope you are enjoying your glorious reunion with your children. There is no end to our grief journey, because there is no end to our love for you. 

There will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to his favorite charity, St. Jude Hospital.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Pine View Mortuary, 435-986-4222 for condolences and full obituary visit website  www.pineviewmortuary.com.

Oct. 25, 1929 – Dec. 29, 2019

Frank Ladell Andersen, 90, passed away peacefully at Dixie Regional Medical Center on Dec. 29, 2019 from causes incident to age. He was born on Oct. 25, 1929 in Malad, Idaho to Laurence Leroy Andersen and Elizabeth Barnett. He married Donna Lou Jensen of Fort Shaw, Montana, in the Logan Utah LDS Temple on Jan. 15, 1951.

Ladell, “Dell” or “Andy,” the youngest of seven children, grew up in Malad, graduated from Malad High School in 1947 and attended Utah State University, graduating in 1951. He met Donna in the Old Main Building at USU. Campus life continued over many years while raising their sons.

A Korean War Veteran, he was stationed at Sandia Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from 1951-1953. He worked for Central Bank in Denver, Colorado, from 1953-1956, where he played ball on a team sponsored in the Old Industrial Basketball League. He moved on in 1956 to become an assistant coach for the University of Utah for five seasons and in 1961 became head coach for Utah State University. He held this position for ten years until being named head coach in 1971 for the Utah Stars, a professional team in the ABA. After two seasons, Ladell chose to return to USU for another ten years as athletic director. In 1983, he accepted the offer to be head coach at Brigham Young University and served there for six years, until retiring from coaching in 1989. He had the singular distinction of coaching for the three major universities in Utah with more wins than losses at each and always leaving on good terms, never being fired from a job.

His greatest happiness was in being with his wife and sons: Clint, Larry, Richie, Bob and Jim. They enjoyed many trips over the decades to Flathead Lake, Montana, with extended family. He had a passion for golf, history, service, puzzles, a good head scratch and lots of laughs. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all his life.

Ladell was preceded in death by his parents; six siblings: Leon, Alta, Loren, Verna, Joe, DeVon; and his wonderful wife of 60 years. We rejoice in their reunion! He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: Clint & Janet (Arizona), Larry (Arizona), Richie & Jocelyn (Utah), Bob & Paige (Utah), Jim & Jeanmarie (Utah). Also 27 grandchildren and 43 great-grandchildren. Ladell wanted everyone to know simply: “It’s been a great life!”

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1950 N. Coral Canyon Blvd, Washington, Utah, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be from 9-10:30 a.m. at the church. Our sincerest thanks to his amazing caretakers, Diana Clark and the doctors and angel nurses at Dixie Regional. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. www.metcalfmortuary.com.

March 25, 1953 — December 27, 2019

Our father, husband, brother and uncle, A. Paul Allen, 66, passed away unexpectedly Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, while in Orange Beach, Alabama. He was born March 25, 1953, in Delta, Utah to Verl and Louise Randall. He married Suzanne Burgon Jan. 25, 1975, in Orem, Utah; they were later sealed in the Provo Utah LDS Temple.

Paul grew up in Delta, Utah and enjoyed all the fun a boy in the country could have. He loved riding motorcycles, hunting and his ‘57 Chevy. Paul attended schools in Delta until his senior year when he moved to Richfield with his mother while she attended hair school. He graduated from Richfield High. He attended Trade Tech in Richfield and Provo. When he finished school, he went on to become the youngest master electrician in the state of Utah. Paul was a leader and decided he wanted to be his own boss. He started his company, Allen Electric, and was known for his integrity, attention to detail and quality work. Paul had fun taking his kids on his out of town jobs, spending time with them and teaching them the value of hard work. He also taught them to play hard and made sure he had the toys to do it.

Paul and Suzy began their life together in Mesa, Arizona, returned to Utah and eventually made their home in St. George where they raised their family. He retired there and they followed his dream of seeing America; together they spent the last seven years with an address of any highway or town in the USA. He was so grateful for the opportunity they had to travel to all the lower 48 states, explore our country, meet new people, make new friends, learn local customs and hear the fun accents. He especially loved the South, the people and enjoyed telling them we were from Utah’s Dixie. Southern Hospitality is real, the love and assistance we received from friends and strangers this week in Alabama helped us survive his sudden passing.

Paul was so proud of his children and they were his priority. He worked hard to take his family on camping/hunting/fishing trips, boating on Lake Powell and to their cabin at Brian Head. He loved riding Harleys with family and friends, ATV’s and snowmobiling. Paul had a huge and tender heart, he loved to be of help to those in need and found his joy in service. Paul was a jokester, told the best stories and loved to make people laugh.

Paul and Suzanne served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at Heber Valley Camp, he was a longtime scoutmaster, was a favorite with the youth and worked in the Young Men program. He and Suzy served together in the baptistry in the St. George Temple, which sparked an interest in his own genealogy. They had planned to serve another mission after returning home, and were not ready to let him go, but Heavenly Father had another plan.

He is survived by his eternal travel companion, Suzanne, their children – Mehgan Allen (Holladay, Utah), Jennie (Steve) Slack (Sandy, Utah), Erica Allen (Millcreek, Utah), Ashlynn (Coby) Mitchell (Vineyard, Utah), Derek (Stevie) Allen (Lehi, Utah);  21 grandchildren -Taylor, Parker, Morgan, McKay, Aidan, Brielle (Mehgan) Aspen, Allie, Madi, Jackson, Hannah, Sophia, (Jennie), Sierra, Ethan, Anavey (Erica), Lucy, Ellie (Ashlynn), Lyla, Liam, Anders, Ruby (Derek) and great-grandchild Annaliese (Mehgan). He is preceded in death by his youngest son, JJ, his parents and a favorite cousin.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 4 at 11 a.m. in the LDS Chapel at 930 S. Morningside Drive, St. George, Utah. Friends may call Friday, Jan. 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah, and Saturday, Jan. 4 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment will take place in Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George Utah, where he will be laid to rest next to his son JJ.

Due to the unique nature of Suzy living in a motorhome, her kids request should friends desire, contributions be sent to the Paul Allen Memorial Fund through venmo to @suzanne-allen-11.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah (435) 673-2454.

December 26, 2019

Craig Lee Meyocks passed away on Dec. 26, 2019. Craig is survived by his beloved wife Brenda, step-daughter Britt, daughters Jessica and Danielle, his mother Donna Meyocks, brother Mark (Renee), and sister Marci, in-laws Jean and Patricia Newville, sisters and brothers-in-law, Laura, Diana, Sheilah, Kevin, Kelly, Mindy, Glenn and Craig. He was preceded in death by his father Richard Meyocks, grandparents, Lawrence and Ida Floyd, Raymond and Charlotte Meyocks, his brother-in-law Dale Newville and Doug Gough, and his brother Brad Meyocks.  

Visitation will be held from 6-7:30 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center, 380 N. Durphy St., Nauvoo, Illinois.

Memorial Service will be on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, from 9-11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center, 380 N. Durphy St., Nauvoo, Illinois.

Please send flowers to Printy Funeral Home (www.printyfuneralhome.com) 720 Main St. Hamilton, IL, or donations to the General Missionary Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  

Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton, Illinois, is in charge of arrangements.

Tributes and condolences may be left at www.printyfuneralhome.com.

February 17, 1928 — December 29, 2019 

AnnaDee Bay Packer, age 91, died peacefully at home in Ivins, Utah on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. AnnaDee was Born on Feb. 17, 1928, in Junction, Piute County, Utah to Ira Milton Bay and Josie Marguerette Barnson Bay.  She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, James Demar Packer, and sisters, Madeline Skousen, Dawn Freeland, and Jo Iris Homer. She is survived by her sister, Drusilla Huish, her brother, Francis Mac Bay, her sons, James David Packer (Paula Packer daughter-in-law), and Gregory Milton Packer (Angie Packer daughter-in-law), seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren and 25 foster children.

If you looked up “adventurous” in the dictionary, AnnaDee’s picture would be there. She lived her life to the fullest, and she loved the people around her selflessly.  AnnaDee had a gift for making everyone in her life feel important and valued. She willingly gave of her time and talents to make this world a better place. While she will be greatly missed by many, her memory will live on through all of the lives she touched.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Ivins Chapel, 625 E. Center St., Ivins, Utah. A Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 3 from 5-7 p.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George. Interment will be at the Ivins City Cemetery, Ivins, Utah. Family and friends are invited to her online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com