Nov. 26, 1923 – May 12, 2021

“A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” Miriam Flowers Belmont joyfully transferred her residence from time to eternity on May 12, 2021 at the age of 97 years. Born in 1923 in Logan, Utah, Miriam lived nearly seventy years in Las Vegas, Nevada, before moving to St George, Utah in 1996.

With her beloved husband, Edwin Matthew “Mac” Belmont, she raised three children: Brenda Haubrich of Alberta Canada; Brian Belmont of Enterprise, Utah, (deceased in 2009); and Bruce Belmont (Vickie Nye) of Santa Clara, Utah.

Miriam is loved on earth by seven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. She is loved in heaven by myriad family members she embraced through genealogy work and cherished by writing many histories of their lives.

Miriam used her time on earth to pursue a life of the mind through constant study.  Membership in study groups was the fond pastime of decades for her and Mac. She read widely and loved biographies, current events, scriptures and the literary classics from antiquity to current writers.

Community and church service enriched her life and lifted all around her. She enjoyed many years as a member of the Service League of Las Vegas.

She enacted her love for her Savior through temple and missionary service and a wide variety of callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Miriam worked full time in the county, state and federal court systems while raising a family, caring for aging parents, companioning her husband in business ventures and providing music and education opportunities for her children.

Miriam met Mac on the dance floor and their courtship and early years together saw them dancing as their great enjoyment.

As their dance came to include family and lifelong friends, their hallmark hospitality and entertaining showed their love of people and their ability to nourish a wide circle of friends. Miriam’s culinary skills were legendary. The source of success of their lifelong dinner parties was: “it’s not what you put on the table, it’s what you put on the chairs. “

Miriam’s posterity invite her friends to a viewing at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah on Saturday, May 22, from 1-1:45 p.m.

A funeral service for immediate family will held at 2 p.m. This service will be live-streamed beginning at 1:45 p.m. and can be accessed through the Metcalf Mortuary website.

Live streaming webcast is available at www.metcalfmortuary.com by clicking on the obituary, then click on broadcast at the bottom. Webcast will remain online for 90 days. All friends are warmly invited to participate electronically.

Interment will be at Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive in St George.

Warmest thanks to Gentle Touch, Zion’s Way Hospice and The Meadows for their thoughtful and tender care of Miriam.

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

Nov. 19, 2004 – May 11, 2021

Riley Liam Staples, 16, of LaVerkin, was taken from us far too soon on May 11, 2021, in Salt Lake City. He was born on Nov. 19, 2004, in St George, Utah, to David and Jennifer Fullem Staples.

He is survived by his parents; six sisters, Megan Staples, MaKayla Hawker, Genieci Shin, Hailey (Clay) Sawyer, Morgan Staples (USN), and Kinsley Jane Staples; grandparents Patricia Lynne Staples, William Fullem II, Bill & Cindy Steele; great- grandmother Marilyn Ruth Fullem; uncle William Fullem III; nieces Bentley, Blake, Stella; nephew Kayne; and many cousins and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by great-grandparents William Robert Fullem, Harry “Bud” and Jane Saville.

Riley was passionate about demolition derby — both building a car and driving in the derbies. He loved dirt bikes and any type of off-road vehicle. He also loved sports, especially football and basketball. And, he loved his dog – actually, he loved all dogs.

Friends and family were the most important parts of his life. Specifically, he loved giving his older sisters a hard time about anything. And he was, of course, the favorite brother.

He adored holding his baby nieces, nephews and cousins, and they all loved to be held by him.

When he walked in a room, his smile was everywhere and lit up the room. You couldn’t help but laugh just being around him. We will miss his precious smiling face.

The funeral will be held Monday, May 24 at the LaVerkin West Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 70 S 300 West, LaVerkin, at 11 a.m. Viewing Sunday May 23 from 6-8 p.m., and Monday 9-10:30 a.m.

Interment will be in the LaVerkin City Cemetery.

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

Oct. 29, 1934 – May 11, 2021

Evelyn Joyce Potter, 86, of Cedar City, Utah, passed away May 11, 2021, at her home. She was born in Wenatchee, Washington, on Oct. 29, 1934. She married Royce Albert Carl and they raised five children. She is survived by her children, LaLanna Marie Carl (Ken), Kyleen Joyce Powell (Barry), Romar Arthur Carl (Toni), Kawan Roland Carl (Kristiana), and Carlton C. Carl (Shay) and many grandchildren. Royce preceded Joyce in death on March 17, 1983.

She became a stepmother to Ron Potter (Amanda) and Rob Potter (Misty) when she married Ray Emerson Potter in St. George Temple on 23 November 1984 for Time. Later they were sealed.

Ray and Joyce served a full-time mission to Deseret Land and Livestock in northern Utah for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ray preceded Joyce in death on Aug. 2, 2018.

A viewing will be held Friday, May 21, from 5-7:00 p.m. at Spilsbury Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 25 North 2000 West Hurricane, Utah.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 22, 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel, 481 N Main St., La Verkin, Utah, with a viewing prior to service from 9:30–10:30 a.m. Interment is in LaVerkin City Cemetery, 580 N State St, LaVerkin.

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 Evelyn’s online guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Aug. 15, 1927 – May 12, 2021

Wilma Bowler Leavitt, age 93, passed away May 12, 2021 at the home of her son, David Leavitt, in St. George, Utah, surrounded by her family.  She was born Aug. 15, 1927 in St. George, Utah, to Richard “Dick” Bowler and Ella Jane Hunt.

When she was 2 years and 9 months old, on May 12, 1930, her mother passed away. After her father re-married, she and her younger sister Roma were raised by their grandparents, Henry and Maybell Hunt in Gunlock, Utah.

She started her education at the one-room school in Veyo, Utah, but most of her education was in the two-room school in Gunlock, where she graduated from the eighth grade. That completed her formal education.

She grew up next door to Lee Raphael Leavitt. She first noticed that he was paying attention to her when she was in the eighth grade. Their first date was rabbit hunting at Cactus Flat in the mountains north of Gunlock. They were married on Jan. 17, 1942 at Raphael’s home in Gunlock.  She was 14 and he was 17, so they had to wait to be sealed in the St. George LDS Temple on March 24, 1943.

They started married life herding goats in a sheep wagon in the Red Mountains south of Gunlock. Later they lived in a one-room cabin at Cactus Flat. They lived in the house next to the Gunlock chapel in 1945 and bought a home in St. George in 1949. In 1960, they rented the St. George house and moved to San Antonio, Texas. They returned to Gunlock in 1964, and lived with Raphael’s mother until the renters were out and they could move back to their house in St. George.

In 1977, she sold this house and bought another house in St. George, just one house away from Roma and Bert Staheli, her sister and brother-in-law, where she lived for the rest of her life.

Wilma helped Raphael when he managed the Big Hand Cafe in St. George from 1956 to 1960. After Raphael passed away in 1967, she worked as the bookkeeper for JC Penney in St. George for 19 years. She cleaned the Brigham Young and Jacob Hamblin homes for 7 years and helped clean several other buildings in St. George.

Wilma loved staying connected to her childhood friends in the “Gunlock Golden Girls.” She loved to watch sports on TV and was a huge fan of the Dodgers, the Utah Jazz and some other teams. She was very active in a Literary Arts Club for many years and put a lot of work into preparing the book reviews which she loved to give. Among other callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served as the Primary president in San Antonio and Young Women’s president in St. George. She had a beautiful voice and loved singing in church meetings when she was young.

Wilma loved spending time with family, especially her children and grandchildren, her dear sister and brother-in-law. Roma and Bert Staheli, and her nieces and nephews and their families.

Wilma is survived by her children: David R. (Marsha) Leavitt and Garth E. (Peggy) Leavitt of St. George, Steven R. (Doris) Leavitt of Ivins; Jane (Robert) Force, of Sandy; 18 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Maybel Knell Welch and Calleen (Art) Durfee; and brother-in-law Mike Cannon.

Wilma is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Raphael; daughter, RaDonna Leavitt (infant); great-grandson, David Alan “Davie” Petersen (infant); sister and brother-in-law, Roma and Bert Staheli; brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Shirley Bowler; brother and sister-in-law, Kay and Beverly Bowler; and sister, Colleen Cannon.

Although those of us left behind will miss her, we rejoice in knowing she is finally re-united with RaDonna, Raphael, Roma and Bert, Grandma and Grandpa Hunt, and so many others.

The family wishes to thank Dixie Hospice for their wonderful service to Wilma during her last few weeks.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 11 a.m., with a visitation from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah. Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery located at 600 E. Tabernacle Street.

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.

Aug. 30, 1953 – May 16, 2021

Rosa “Rosy” Cacicedo (Gonzalez), 67, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on May 16, 2021. Known as “Mamita” to her son, “Muñequita (among others)” to her husband and “Rosita” to her family and friends. She entered this world on Aug. 30, 1953 in Camagüey, Camagüey province, Cuba, born to Venancio and Neida (Alvarez) Gonzalez. 

Rosy attended El Colegio del Carmen (a Catholic school) in Camagüey, before moving to the United States on July 28, 1968 with her immediate family and several cousins. After living with family in Americus, Georgia, Rosy spent time living in New Orleans, Louisiana, before settling in Miami, Florida. Rosy married first in 1971 and gave birth to the light of her life Alberto in 1978. She finally married the love of her life and soul mate, Pedro, on April 25, 1997. She spent a 30-year career with Miami-Dade County until retirement in 2011. 

During Pedro and Rosy’s time together, they traveled extensively by RV across America, particularly in the South and the West with her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Iraiza and Bob Porter. Rosy moved to Hurricane, Utah, in 2017 to be closer to the national parks and other beautiful outdoor destinations that she so enjoyed visiting with her husband, sister-in-law and brother-in-law. 

Rosy loved spending time in nature going on hikes and particularly watching butterflies and hummingbirds. When not spending time in nature, Rosy enjoyed decorating and maintaining her beautiful home and cooking food and desserts for her beloved family. Boy did she have a sweet tooth! 

Rosy’s bravery and perseverance as she battled cancer ensured that she was able to spend time with those she loved. Rosy drew on her strength and the support of her devoted “Pedrito” who cared for her during her final days and months.

She is survived by her husband Pedro Cacicedo; son Alberto Chinique (Eric Masten); sister-in-law Iraiza Porter (Bob); father Venancio Gonzalez; brother Veny Gonzalez; and many cousins and extended family members. 

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah with family remarks from 6:30-7 p.m., and a Butterfly release at 8 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation https://netrf.org.

Friends and family that are unable to attend are invited to view the service online. Click on the link: http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/54233

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Rosy’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

July 31, 1958 – May 16, 2021

Loving husband and dedicated father, Carl Harvey Pitt passed away, peacefully, on May 16, 2021, with his family by his side. Despite battling Alzheimer’s for the last decade, Carl still strived to live life to the fullest by continuing his favorite outdoor recreational activities and spending time with his loving family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Cathy; his four children: Rachel Glauser (Eric), Ryan (Justine), Rex (Elizabeth), and Rebecca (Preston); his siblings: Jolyn Buhl (Tom), Teresa, Raymond (Sherry), and Kathy Chapman (Larry); and his grandchildren: Gavin, Grace, Chloe, Hudson, and Remi.

He was born to parents Carl Everett and Peggy Marie Smuin Pitt on July 31, 1958, in Vernal, Utah, and went on to serve an LDS Mission in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He met his wife, Cathy Ann Riess through church activities following his mission. They were married on November 12, 1982, and raised their four children in Sugarhouse. They happily retired to St. George, Utah, where they spent the remainder of Carl’s life together.

Carl always had a tenacious work ethic working multiple jobs to earn his bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah and going on to have a successful career in Project Management. Outside of work, he had a passion for the outdoors spending his time hiking, camping and mountain biking.  He also enjoyed gardening and collecting rocks as reminders of his outdoor adventures.

Carl will be missed by his loved ones but will not be forgotten.  He will forever be remembered in our hearts.  Until we meet again, ride on.

Funeral service will be held Friday, May 21, 2021 at 1 p.m., with a visitation from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.

Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive, St. George, Utah.

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.

Feb. 10, 1941 – May 14, 2021

Rhoda Ann Bentley Seegmiller, age 80, unexpectedly passed from this mortal life to her heavenly home on May 14, 2021. Rhoda was born in St. George, Utah on Feb. 10, 1941. She is the youngest of 6 children born to Mathew Mansfield and Iris Stowell Bentley. She spent her childhood in St. George and graduated from Dixie High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Charles Richard Seegmiller, in the St. George LDS Temple on March 31, 1961. This union brought 7 wonderful children: Greg, Kaye, Gayle, Kevin, Jeff, Jerald, and Melanie.

She had a wonderful life raising her children in Las Vegas NV.  She was proud of all her children and it was well known that her grandchildren were number one in her life.  She had a love for reading and instilled that in each of her children.  She never forgot a birthday or special event. Over the years countless cards were purchased, mailed or hand delivered. Above all, her greatest joy was being a mother, spending time with her grandchildren and the Big Gulp runs with her husband.

Rhoda was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had a deep faith and loved her Savior. She held various church callings and enjoyed serving others. Rhoda especially enjoyed the time she spent with Richard serving in the LDS Las Vegas Temple. She never let the hard things steal her hope.

Rhoda is survived by her husband Charles Richard Seegmiller and her children: Gregory Richard (Stephanie) Seegmiller of Medford, Oregon; Kaye Lynne (Kevin) Ashby of Mesa, AZ; Gayle (Delon) Lukow of Las Vegas, NV; Kevin Charles (Jo) Seegmiller of St. George, UT; Jeffrey Bentley (Rebecca) Seegmiller of Henderson, NV; Jerald Mansfield Seegmiller of Las Vegas, NV; Melanie (Frank) Hubbard of Las Vegas, NV; 26 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren (with 1 on the way); her 3 sisters and 1 brother, Maurine Miles, Elaine Nielson, Patricia Hughes, and Reed Bentley.

She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Yvonne Cooper.

All are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, May 22, at 9 a.m. at the LDS Church Building, 827 Temple View Drive, Las Vegas Nevada. A viewing will be held Friday evening, May 21, at 6-8 p.m. at the same location.

Services can also be viewed at: https://youtu.be/acU5_UscbZs. Interment will be in the Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 S Dixie Dr, St. George, UT at 2 p.m.

Oct. 23, 1949 – May 12, 2021

Marilyn Kae Widdison Hunt, 71, passed away on May 12, 2021, at her home in Enterprise, Utah. Marilyn was born in Rigby, Idaho to Clarence Ricks Widdison and Sharon Bybee Widdison on Oct. 23, 1949. Marilyn married Sonny Hunt on Aug. 25, 2004, in Las Vegas, Nevada. They were sealed one year later in the Las Vegas Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Marilyn was raised in Rexburg, Idaho, until she was in junior high school and then her family relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada. It was while attending J.D. Smith Jr. High that Marilyn first met Sonny Hunt. They dated while attending Rancho High School and then Marilyn moved on to study performing arts. Marilyn and Sonny were to meet again later in life after the death of their spouses.

Marilyn enjoyed a successful singing and acting career, performing all over the world, including the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas and Mexico City. Marilyn lived in Mexico City for ten years, dividing her time between Las Vegas, Nevada and Mexico City. Marilyn was an accomplished musician on the clarinet, saxophone and keyboard, occasionally including them in her shows.

During her career, Marilyn lived in Tennessee, Mexico City, Las Vegas and New York. She spent time in Spain and Italy making movies, but her first love was singing on stage. Marilyn retired from performing in the 80’s but maintained friendships with people in the entertainment industry. She moved to Las Vegas after her spouse died to be near family.

Marilyn loved gardening, and after marrying Sonny and moving to Enterprise, she always had a large garden in the summer. Marilyn loved birthdays and holidays and wanted to go all out for them. She was a very thoughtful and caring person. One of the things that was amazing about her was her positivity. She had a positive outlook on everything, even if it wasn’t such a positive situation.

Marilyn had a strong testimony of the gospel and served in various positions in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; the last, serving in the Relief Society presidency of the Enterprise Spanish Branch.

Marilyn is survived by her husband Sonny; four stepsons, Don Hunt (Shelley), Steve Hunt (Stephanie), Tony Hunt (Sonya), Danny Hunt (Kathi); brothers, Gary Widdison (Dana), Kevin Widdison (Debby); sister, Alane Ball; and numerous extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Marilyn was grateful for the care she received from Dr. Reese and the caring nurses at the St. George Cancer Center. Marilyn had a close relationship with her daughter-in-law, Sonya Hunt, and was so grateful for Sonya’s help and companionship during the difficult struggle with cancer.

The burial will be private.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Marilyn’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Oct. 14, 1941 – May 12, 2021

On May 12, 2021 at 5:25 a.m. God opened the heavens and took home one of his treasured Angels. Gloria Jean Jones, 79, passed into her loving father’s arms while surrounded by her family in St. George, Utah.

Gloria was born in Gonzalez, California on Oct. 14, 1941, to Parents Timoteo Lupio and Mary Helen Toloy. She was born the sixth child of eight siblings – six sisters and two brothers. At age 11, with her mother’s unexpected death, Gloria and her older sisters had to grow up quickly and take the responsibility of raising their family as her father labored long hours to support them. Those responsibilities helped grow her character as one of the hardest workers and over achievers you would ever meet.  This also instilled a sense of motherhood and protectiveness, that was unmatched.

This trial of life built an incredible and everlasting bond between three of those sisters, and a family unity that carried them through the roughest things that life had to throw at them. Gloria passed with those two sisters each faithfully seated at her side, holding her hands and whispering sweet memories of their lives together.

Gloria graduated from Salinas Union High School, in Salinas California with high honors in 1959.  Excellence in Gregg Shorthand (100) wpm., business math and awarded Most Accurate Typist three years in a row. After graduating high school, Gloria took a position at the Bell Telephone Company in Seaside California. Working there for three years, she then decided to pursue a career with the U.S. Government working at The Defense Language Institute at Ford Ord Military Base in Fort Ord California.

Due to her hard work ethic and excellent typing and memory skills, she was commissioned to lead the department in writing procedures for language translations through the Magnetic Tape Selective Typewriter.  As a personal specialist, she would enter in English what the machine would translate into German.

Mom met Paul Lyle Jones, and after dating for some time, they were married on Aug. 5, 1961. Paul and Gloria had three children: Timothy Lyle Jones (The Perfect Child), Ronald Lee Jones (The Troublemaker), and Sherry Marie Jones (The Spoiled One). These kids grew to love their mom with a fierceness that is unrivaled.

Gloria raised her kids all while holding down her fulltime job with the government, and yet never missed a single sporting event, Scout activity, Christmas concert or school play, or any other important event in her children’s lives. Up until her bout with cancer, you would often find Gloria cheering on her grandchildren at their football, basketball and baseball games.

When the family left Monterey, California and relocated to Hurricane, Utah, in 1977, Gloria retired from the U.S. Government and was excited to become a full time stay at home mom. This was short lived however, as she soon found her busy body personality did not bode well with sitting at home waiting for kids to get home from school.  She applied for a position with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (Arizona Strip Office) in St. George, Utah. Gloria made many great friends in her years with the B.L.M., Michelle, Melanie and Doris some of her closest.

Mom loved her family deeply. She was so proud of her children’s and grandchildren’s accomplishments. You could always hear her cheering and yelling at high school graduations. She never missed a single one. She loved the outdoors, and always loved our firewood cutting trips,  fishing at Kolob, and the family deer camp. Being Filipino and raised on the ocean in California, seafood was a way of life for mom. She was well known at the seafood buffet in Mesquite.

Gloria had an open-door policy for her children’s friends. It was nothing for Moms kids to have five to 10 friends and cousins from out of state, spend the summer at our home. Feeding and beating teenagers as needed, she loved all of them. Many would return each summer, just because mom made them feel so special. She created an atmosphere in her home where all who entered felt welcome and important.

Gloria is survived by her children: Tim Jones of Hurricane, Utah, Ron and Monterey Jones of Hurricane, Utah, and Sherry Jones of LaVerkin, Utah; her two Faithful Sisters and best friends: Margie Morris of Salinas, California and Eva Rey of El Paso, Texas.

She is also survived by 17 grandchildren who absolutely adored her: Timothy, Daniel, David, Sammi, Savannah, Kyle, Kade, Cheyenne, Jake, Mesa, Sophia, Kanon, Misty, Cody, Brianna, and Brittany; and nine great grandchildren: Elliott, Lucia, Dax, Beckett, Koda, Maylee, Braven, Jaydin and Asher.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Timoteo and Mary Toloy, John Paul and Carrie Jones; her husband, Paul Lyle Jones; her siblings: Mary Elizabeth Epistola, Mary Helen Enosaran, Timoteo Toloy, Robert Toloy, Graci Stevens; brothers-in-law: J.P. Jones, Douglas Jones; her granddaughter, Sierra Jones; and her faithful dog, YZ.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday May 22, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. at 2444 South 1500 West, Hurricane, Utah. An opportunity to reminisce and reflect.

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

June 2, 1950 – May 16, 2021

 On a beautiful Sunday morning May 16, 2021, Deltha Alaina Slemboski passed peacefully through the veil and was reunited with her Heavenly Father, our Savior Jesus Christ and members of her family that had passed on. No one could have been better prepared to meet the Savior than Alaina. Her heart was pure and free from the vain things of the world. Her life was exemplified by pure love for family and friends and an unbridled willingness to serve others.

Alaina was born in Ogden, Utah, on June 2, 1950 to James Richard Strong and Deltha Price. She grew up in Glendora, California, where she graduated from high school in 1968.
Alaina attended Citrus College in Azusa, California, and Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho. Active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints her entire life, Alaina served in a variety of callings to include the Primary and Young Women’s Organizations. She was privileged to serve as stake Primary president where she mastered the art of delegation. Alaina also served with her husband as an ordinance worker and shift coordinator in the St George Utah Temple.

Then beginning in November 2015 she and her husband served for 18 months as full-time missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Australia Brisbane Mission. Undoubtedly, her organization skills were developed as a result of raising a big family and serving in the Church. Energetic by nature, Alaina was always ready to engage in any activity that involved fun and the joy of spending time with her family.

She loved the out of doors and enjoyed hiking, sight-seeing and traveling with her husband. Her favorite vacations spots were in Newport Beach, California, and Hawaii. She was an avid reader and an engaging conversationalist. The strength of Alaina’s testimony was reflected in her humility, love for her family and open and caring nature.

As a senior in high school, she met her future husband James Edward Slemboski from West Covina, California. They dated for 2 1/2 years and were sealed in the Los Angeles Temple on Sept. 5, 1970. They are the proud parents of 10 children and 48 grandchildren. To say she is dearly loved by all and will be missed is a clear understatement.

Alaina is preceded in death by her parents, James Richard Strong and Deltha Price Strong; her brothers: James Evan Strong and Brent Forrest Strong; and her daughter, Gaylene Renae Slemboski. She is survived by her sisters: Beverly Jane Davison and Brenda Ann Long; as well as her husband, James Edward Slemboski; her children: James Scott Slemboski, Aaron Thomas Slemboski, Corinne Michelle Slemboski, Janelle Monet Willis, Jared Michael Slemboski, Nathan Edward Slemboski, Alaina Nicole Wood, Stephen Bryant Slemboski, Shari Marie Blake; and her 48 grandchildren.

Wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Alaina epitomized the meaning of being a “Latter-day Saint.” It will be said of her that she had Christ’s image in her countenance.

A visitation will be held Friday, May 21, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021 at noon, with a visitation from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Red Cliffs Stake Center, 1285 North Bluff Street, St. George, Utah. Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive, St. George, Utah.

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.

Nov. 21, 1936 – May 17, 2021

Reva Hatch Roundy was born to Sisson Franklin and Selda Hatch in Manti, Utah, on Nov. 21, 1936. She grew up an only child on a farm and helped with the responsibilities throughout her childhood.

She graduated from Snow College with her associate degree in 1957 and attended BYU for a few years afterward. At 21, she was called to serve in the Helsinki, Finland LDS mission. After her mission, she moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, where she worked as a bookkeeper. There, she met her now-deceased husband, Earl C. Roundy. They married in the Manti temple on July 1, 1972, and were together until Earl’s death in 2015.

The couple moved to Washington, Utah, in 1994 and remained in the St. George area for the rest of their lives. Reva enjoyed traveling with Earl and attending church services and serving in church leadership positions.

She passed away on May 17, 2021, from a stroke and heart attack. Reva loved reading, “The Color Purple,” tending her garden, playing the piano, doing family history and watching the hummingbirds outside her kitchen window.

She is preceded in death by her husband Earl and sons Steven Roundy and Dennis Roundy. She is survived by Julie Keyes (Larry), Leslie Mayfield, Susan DePalma (David), and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be held on Friday, May 21, 2021, 6-7 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah. A second viewing will be on Saturday, May 22, 2021, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary.

The funeral service is Saturday, May 22, 2021, 10 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel. Interment will follow at the Santaquin Cemetery.

Friends and family that are unable to attend are invited to view the funeral service online.  Please click on the link below: http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/54285

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, 84770, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Reva’s online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

 May 13, 2021

James Lindsay, age 87, of St. George passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2021. James was an only child and grew up in east Detroit, Michigan. He attended East Detroit High School and was the captain of his tennis team. He attended Michigan State University, where he got his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He then entered the workforce and moved up the career ladder at General Motors to become an engineer manager, and then worked at Rockwell & Boeing before retiring. When searching for places to retire he chose St. George after falling in love with the town and all that it had to offer. 

During those early years of retirement, he enjoyed playing golf some, but more than anything else he enjoyed finding projects to work on around the house along with maintaining and tinkering on the cars. This would continue throughout his retirement and often when you stopped by to visit, he would talk to you about the various projects he had going on or was planning to do some day. 

James is survived by his wife Betty and their children Maryellen, Robin and Lisa along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Pine View Mortuary 435-986-4222. Visit Pineview Mortuary’s website www.pineviewmortuary.com for full obituary and funeral service listing.

April 10, 1972 – May 20, 2021

Julie Lynn Crandall, 49, went home to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ on May 20, 2021 at the St. George Intermountain Healthcare Hospital. She was born April 10, 1972 in Denver, Colorado, to Kenneth G. and Sondra K. (Cotten) Crandall. She was married for nine years to Randy Danley, and they remain good friends.

Julie lived a very active and special life.  Despite being diagnosed at age 7 with end stage renal disease and living with dialysis from age 8 on, with having three kidney transplants spaced in between, there were several long hospital stays for life threatening issues (aneurism with bleed into brain stem, internal hemorrhaging, 5 weeks, 61 units of blood), cancer, a broken neck and many surgeries, she managed several associate degrees (certified medical billing and coding specialist and customer service specialist) office related fields and a theatrical degree.  She counselled many people struggling with beginning dialysis.

In high school, following one transplant, she was able to be a cheerleader. Julie was very active in live theater starting in school, throughout her college (degree), and in community theater in several cities. This led her to her lifelong desire to do voiceover for which she started her business “SHORT AND SOUND VOICE OVER BY JULIE” and was operating at the time of her death.

Julie was also very involved in politics (Republican) and helping others through that means. She served years on the board of directors for Dialysis Patient Citizens out of Washington, DC, working with our Utah delegation on capitol hill obtaining help for dialysis and transplant patients. Julie enjoyed being in the 2^nd LaVerkin Ward.

Julie grew up in Northeast Colorado (Sterling and Proctor). She also lived in Fort Collins and Loveland, Colorado, before moving to Hurricane, Utah, in 2012.

Julie is survived by her parents, Ken and Sondra Crandall; three brothers: Kevin Crandall (Paula) of Highland, Utah, Bryan Crandall (Lynette) of Hurricane, Utah, and Justin Crandall (LaShel) of Ridgway, Colorado; nine nieces and nephews: Austin Crandall (Susie), Randi Crandall, Kenton Crandall, Seth (Abby) Crandall, Eli Crandall, Mariah Crandall, Grayson Crandall, Addison Crandall and Calab Crandall; two grandnieces: Evelyn and Vivienne Crandall; one grandnephew, Alexander Crandall; aunts and uncles: Carlyon and Bill Breig, Larry and Lila Cotten, Janet and Dennis Hall; and many cousins. Julie really had very special relationships with her brothers, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles and cousins. She cherished family and several great friends she considered family.  And she leaves literally hundreds of friends across the country and around the world. She is also survived by her fur baby Toby Dog.

Julie is known for her bubbly personality and loving nature which she utilized working for IHC at the imaging department check-in desks, which she loved.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 11 a.m., with a viewing prior at 10 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints LaVerkin Stake Center, 481 North Main Street, LaVerkin, Utah. Interment will be in the LaVerkin City Cemetery, 580 North State Street.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.  For condolences and funeral listings please visit our website www.metcalfmortuary.com .

The family wishes to thank all the great staff of IHC Intensive Care Unit for the wonderful care Julie received.  It could not have been better. And we’d like to thank Julie’s Ministering brothers, Maurice DeMille an Kendall Warth, Bishop Ballard and the wonderful leaders and members of the ward for their kind communications, caring and support.

Dec. 16, 1933 – May 6, 2021

Ronald E. Hagler made his final flight West as he “Slipped the surly bonds of earth, reached out and touched the face of GOD,” on May 6, 2021. He was born in Murphysboro, Illinois, Dec. 16, 1933 to George R. Hagler and Nadeen Ward. Ron attended Murphysboro Township High School and married his high school sweetheart and soul mate, Delores Pope.

He is survived by his wife of almost 69 years, Delores Pope Hagler; daughter, Rhonda Hagler of Ivins, Utah; son, Dan Pope Hagler, of Goffstown, New Hampshire; granddaughters, Robyn Hagler Seymour, Grace Hagler and Katie Hagler Dorow; great-grandsons, Rhett and Ashton Seymour; brothers: Dan Hagler, Luke Hagler, and Mark Hagler; and sisters, Georgia Herring, Karen Braswell and Mary Hagler. Ron was preceded in death by his son, Ronald Brad Hagler.

Ron was a man of many talents. He played Professional Baseball for the Pittsburg Pirate Organization. He pitched for the Denver Bears, the Visalia Stars, Phoenix Senators, El Paso Texans and Hannibal Pepsi’s. He pitched for the Chesterfield Smokers in Panama and against the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean Series in Havana Cuba in 1953.

Ron earned his bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University, his MBA from The George Washington University and his doctorate from University of Southern California.

Ron was a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel. As a command pilot he flew over 4,000 flight hours and flew 126 combat missions in Vietnam in the EB-66. Among his many decorations are the Distinguished Flying Cross and five Air medals. He served with the foreign technology division. He also served as chief of Protocol for Pacific Air Forces at Hickam AFB before his assignment as Commander of the AFROTC Detachment at UCLA.  Ron was a member of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society, the 98^th Bomb Wing Association and the B-66 Destroyer Association.

As a professor at California Lutheran University, Ron became the Director of the MBA program and professor in the school of business at the university. In addition, he provided consulting services for business owners.  He worked for Deloitte & Touche as their Southern California Area Controller, as a legal administrator for the law firms of Lagerloff, Senecal, Bradley & Swift and Morris, Polish & Purdy.

He was a principle in Business Brokers of America. A former Ventura County Civil Service Commissioner, Dr. Hagler taught courses in entrepreneurship, human resource management, organizational theory and development, organizational behavior and consulting to business.  Additionally, Ron was on the board of directors for the Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club of Westlake Village and holder of multiple Paul Harris Fellows. He was the founding President of Westlake High School’s Baseball Boosters.

Ron also served as Assistant Scout Master for the Boy Scouts of America in Kettering, Ohio, and more recently as the President of the Citadel Owners’ Association. Ron was a member of St Jude’s Catholic Church in Westlake Village, California, and St. George’s Catholic Church in St. George, Utah.

Ron retired from California Lutheran University; he and his wife, Dee, moved to Ivins, Utah, after his retirement. They were avid golfers and fell in love with the area and his neighbors. He was a familiar sight in the neighborhood walking his beloved, large, white Samoyed,” Koa” on Painted Hills Drive.

The family wishes to thank the Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins & Dixie Hospice – they delivered beyond our expectations.

Per Ron’s wishes, in lieu of services and flowers, please donate to the Wounded Warrior Project, which can be accessed here.

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

July 3, 1950 – May 21, 2021

Douglas Ray Looney, age 70 passed away on May 21, 2021, in St. George Utah.

Doug was born on July 3, 1950, in Salmon Idaho to Redmond and Jaqueline Looney. Doug was the fifth child of the six children they had. Doug lived in Idaho, Moab, Utah, Caselton Nevada, Pioche, and Alamo, Nevada.

The family moved from Moab to Caselton, Nevada, where he attended Lincoln County High School in Panaca, Nevada. Doug loved to play football and was football captain his senior year. His parents moved to Las Vegas and he wanted to stay so he lived with the Cowley family until his graduation from Lincoln County High School in 1968.

 Doug joined the Army in September 1968 he was trained as a mechanic. He often told stories of his time spent in Germany. Doug was honorably discharged in 1971.

After the Army, Doug moved back to Pioche to work in the mines. During this time, he met and married Ann Looney in 1975. Along with this union, Doug gained his three children: Juanita Lamb, Launa Chouquer and Guy Looney. (He and Ann later divorced).

Doug moved his family to Alamo in 1976 to work at Union Carbide as an underground miner. Doug loved his home in Alamo and all the friendships he made through the years. 

Doug loved hunting, fishing and trapping. He loved doing these with his son and two grandsons giving them a hard time. He lovingly told the story of him killing an elk and Dylan dragging it over the top of Cody coming off the hillside. 

Doug married Debbie Cowley, his high school sweetheart, April 13, 2014. This union gave him two stepchildren Paul Langford and Kasie (Jeremy) Hamman. He would get excited planning trips to visit with them both.

Doug deeply loved Debbie, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He never missed anything that they were involved in through the years.

Doug retired from the teamster union in 2015. Retiring out of Mercury, Nevada.  

Doug is survived by his wife Debbie Cowley-Looney; his four children, Launa (Rick) Chouquer, Guy Looney, Kasie (Jeremy) Hamman and Paul Langford; his grandchildren, Amanda (Cory) Chouquer, Cody (Maggie) Lamb, Marisa Phillips, Dylan (Tatyanah) Phillips, Julia Looney, Brooke Hamman, Tyler Hamman, Bailee Langford, Kyle Langford and Delaine Langford; his two great-grandchildren Steven Riley Chouquer and Layla Jo Phillips; siblings, Judy (Bob) Burrer, Rueben Looney and Cheryl Hart; his many nieces and nephews (all loved so much by him each holding a special place in his heart with a special nickname given to them by him).

Doug is proceeded in death by his daughter, Nita Lamb; mother; father; sister, Loretta Johnson; brother, Jake Looney; sister-in-law, Norma Darling Looney; niece, Jackie Looney; nephew ,Tyrone Kelley.

The family would like to thank you all for the love and support you have given to us during this time.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, 84770, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Doug’s guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Nov. 24, 1931 – May 16, 2021

Larry Delbert Stones, got his wish and went peacefully in his sleep in the arms of his beloved wife, Marilyn, in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 16. He was 89.

Born Nov. 24, 1931 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Arzell Casper and Delbert “Del” Stones, he was the second eldest sibling and preceded in life’s graduation by his older sister, Loris Poole, and younger siblings, Arthur Stones and Vicky Sharples. An original urban cowboy, Larry was a city slicker that also loved horses. He was a proud owner of a horse named Lucky that he bought for $40 with help from his Uncle Varsil Casper, when he was just a young boy. He worked hard to pay his uncle back every single dollar.

Larry was affectionately called “Stoney” by the many friends he had gathered throughout his life. After graduating from West High School, he married Dionne Andersen with whom he had five wonderful children and was married to for 18 years before they divorced. He then married Marilyn John, the love of his life, on July 12, 1974. They remained married for the next 48 years. Their marriage was later solemnized in the LDS Jordan River Temple on Aug. 28, 1982. Through Marilyn, he gained five more wonderful stepchildren.

He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served faithfully in any position he was called. He had a strong testimony and he loved the gospel and the Lord with all his heart. We are grateful for the knowledge that we will see him again and find peace in knowing he is reunited with loved ones and that he can now enjoy all the things that used to mean so much to him.

Larry served in the Air National Guard and then went on to become a shop worker, welder, and then moved into sales. It was in sales where his natural love of people parlayed into a successful career in construction supply sales. He eventually became part owner of a leading construction supply company, Superior Buck and Steel in Sandy, Utah.

Larry was a sports enthusiast from the time that he was young, playing football in high school and softball in a Rio Grande league well into his thirties. He also loved working with young people, and coached little league football in Rose Park for 17 years, winning 10 city championships and losing only seven games in his last 15 years of coaching. It was here he invented the “pop” pass, which sealed the deal for many a Saturday morning game. He also umpired and refereed high school baseball and basketball for many years.

Larry loved to golf and fish with family and good friends, which he did plenty of after retiring in St. George, Utah. It was there where he would be able to spend time doing what he loved most, spending time with his family. He had a natural energy people loved and gravitated towards. Wherever he went he ran in to people he knew and always took time to visit with them.

He did his best at living an uncomplicated and joyful life with his best friend and companion, Marilyn. He adored his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved to make them laugh. He was just so much fun to be around, and we will miss him dearly!

Dad was Mr. Christmas! He loved shopping for the perfect gift and making the day special for everyone. One year he left the Christmas tree up until Easter. Marilyn left the drapes in the living room closed, of course. You could find him listening to Christmas music in his car on road trips in July. He loved to sing and harmonized perfectly with his beautiful tenor voice.

Larry was preceded in death by his son, Larry Graig Stones, and his stepson, Cory Lynn John. He is survived by Marilyn Stones, his wife of 48 years, his children, Christine Norton (Howard), Todd Stones (Coy), Mitchell Stones (Lisa), Traci Archuleta (Colin), and daughter-in-law, Mary Stones. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Brent John (Diane), Brian John (Alice), Craig John (Tammie), Marilee Michelsen (Jeff), and 32 grandchildren and 55 great-grandchildren.

Larry was cremated and a small family gathering will take place in June in his honor. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity. Condolences may be shared with the family here.

Dec. 5, 1928 – May 21, 2021

Erma Hafen Syphus Harris, age 92, passed away May 21, 2021, in Bountiful, Utah. She was born on Dec. 5, 1928, to Arthur Knight and Orilla Woods Hafen.

She married Leo Thomas Syphus on Nov. 24, 1948, and together they had 5 children. They were later divorced. She married Parley Emmett (Bud) Harris on June 23, 1967. Their marriage was solemnized in St. George Temple.

Erma lived all her life in St. George, except for the last four years. She was the 11th of 14 children. She was very close to her siblings and loved spending time with them, visiting and telling stories. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served in many callings, including Relief Society President. Erma loved to play the game Rook and with her friends started a Club over 70 years ago. These ladies have remained dear friends over the years.

Erma loved her family and they loved her. She was the best mom ever. She endured trials with patience and grace and left a heritage of love and kindness with her family.

She is survived by her children Lamond (Kandi) Syphus, Karen (Jon) Cowling, Mike Syphus (Cindy Ross), Susan (Hardy) Hegewald, Diane (Brett) Foster, 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; brothers Eldon (Maxine) Hafen, Kelton (Peggy) Hafen and sister-in-law Sharon Hafen.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud Harris; her sisters, Carma Staheli, Ada Nielsen, Ruth Squire and LeNore Hobbs; brothers, Ferrell, Herschel, Harold, Kay, Linford, Kenneth and Donald Hafen; and grandson, Robert Cowling.

Many thanks to the staff at Barton Creek Assisted Living, Renew Home Health and Hospice, and Aspire Home Health and Hospice for taking good care of our mother.

Funeral services will be Friday, May 28, 2021, at the St. George East Stake Center 449 S. 300 E., St. George, Utah, at 11 a.m. There will be a viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment will take place at the St. George City Cemetery.

Friends and family that are unable to attend are invited to view the services online by clicking here.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah, 84770, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Erma’s guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

March 13, 1935 – May 23, 2021

Kenley “Ken” Linder Reese, 86, passed away peacefully at home, and in the company of his family May 23, 2021 (three days shy of his and Mom’s 65th wedding anniversary).

Ken was born March 13, 1935 in St. George, Utah and was the fourth of eight children to Joseph Hyrum Reese and Amy Linder Reese. Ken was raised in Mt. Carmel, Utah, and attended school in Orderville.

When he was not in school excelling in academics or basketball, he was on Cedar Mountain with his dad and brothers running sheep (family business). After high school Dad enlisted in the Navy and served on the USS Hornet during the Korean conflict.

Ken married Darlene Reber May 26, 1956 in the St. George Temple. They sold EVERYTHING in 1968 and moved their family of six to Logan, Utah, to attend Utah State. Ken graduated with a bachelor’s degree in education, student taught in Montpelier, Idaho, for one year and promptly moved to Mesquite, home of family from both sides of the aisle.

Ken spent 26 years teaching secondary school – language arts, chess, photography and a number of other disciplines. Ken loved teaching and in turn his students loved him.

Ken had a number of hobbies. He was an accomplished bowler – he won Senior Olympic Gold for the Utah State Championships, High Roller tournaments and countless other awards in and out of league play, and along the way he posted a number of 300 games. He loved carpentry, woodworking, golf, writing, fishing, hunting, photography and music. He played a number of instruments proficiently by ear – the guitar, piano, organ, clarinet and ukulele.

Ken is survived by his wife, Darlene, Mesquite, Nevada; his children: son, Jerry Lee, Mesquite, Nevada, son, Kolin (Charlotte Bielman), Lake Forest, California, and daughter, Jennifer (Scott), Clover Valley, Nevada; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters: Joanne and Carol; and brothers: Neil, Les and Jeff. Ken is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Amy Reese; his brother, Lane; and sister, Sharon. He is also preceded in death by three children: Jolene, Virden Kenley and Sonja.

The family wishes to thank all for their countless condolences, offers to help in any way at this time and in general your love and concern for Dad’s family

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 28, 2021 at 11 a.m. (Nevada time), with a visitation prior from 9-10:30 a.m., at the Mesquite 6th Ward Chapel, 121 Whipple Way, Mesquite, Nevada.

Interment will be held Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 11 a.m. (Nevada time) at the Mt. Carmel City Cemetery, 6 E. 200 S., Mt. Carmel, Utah.

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.

Feb. 24, 1961 – May 22, 2021

Saturday May 22, our precious princess Mona passed away peacefully at home encircled in the arms of her dearest friends and champions her parents. Mona was truly an angel on earth. Her light and love permeated all hearts, her smile was brighter than the sun, her laughter contagious, and her spirit perfect and pure. She knew she was going home to her Father in Heaven and in the past months graciously prepared her dearest loved ones.

She shared her love with her parents each day in kisses and hugs, then sweetly waited for them to show love for each other, and finished the routine with a gentle goodbye. It was a profound privilege to be a part of her life on this earth and we all look forward to the glorious reunion we will share with her someday.

Mona was born in Cedar City, Utah, on Feb. 24, 1961 to Max Louis Maxwell and Omah Lee Smith Maxwell. Her growing up years were spent in North Salt Lake, Bountiful, and Bennion, Utah, attending special schools. After finishing her schooling, the family moved to Southern Utah to be closer to family.

Mona’s life was one of service. She loved everyone. She never learned to write or read and her vocabulary was limited to a few special words. Yet, all who knew her were better, kinder and happier. You could not be around her without feeling of her special spirit.

Mona is survived by: her parents, Max and Omah Lee Maxwell; her brother: Elden Maxwell(Katie); her sisters: Lisa Taylor(Lindsey), Paula Fletcher(Darron) and Wanda Florian(Stanislav); and countless more family and friends.

Her Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1222 E. Brigham Road, Saint George, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the services at 9:30 a.m.

For those who cannot attend it will be broadcast via Zoom Webinar at 11 a.m., which can be found here.

Webinar ID: 927 8112 7019

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

Nov. 9, 1982 – May 19, 2021

Matthew Sevald, 38, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 in St. George, Utah. He was born Nov. 9, 1982 in Detroit, Michigan, to Paul Sevald and Eileen Alvarez.

Matt graduated from Catholic Central High School in 2000. In high school, he enjoyed being in the band where he played the trumpet. After high school he joined the Marines where he was deployed to Iraq. He was medically discharged due to an injury. On June 1, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas, he married Eva Thomas. They later moved from San Antonio to Northville, Michigan. After the birth of Peter they moved out to St. George, Utah, where he was a Dispatcher for the Police Department. He then decided to go to school to be a nurse of which he worked at Dixie Regional Medical Center until his recent illness and passing.

Matt’s hobbies included Shooting firearms, Playing World of Warcraft, Tabletop gaming, Coaching his children’s sports teams, and Belegarth Medieval Combat Society. He enjoyed volunteering with Peter at Boy Scouts and attending Trinity Lutheran Church.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Eva Marie, 16 months earlier.

He is survived by his children Peter James (14), Lillian Marie (12), Charlotte Ruth (4), and Jonathan David (2); father Paul (Claudia) and mother Eileen; brother Andrew (Jennifer); sister Claire; in-laws Harold, Carol, and Donnie; sister in law Kate (Darren); brothers in law Andrew, Steven, and Bradley (Jayla); and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the entire staff of Dixie Regional Medical Center. All of the friends who have rallied around the kids, Trinity Lutheran Church and Academy and the Serenity Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests prayers for peace, acceptance, and for the grandparents to be the best guardians possible for their children in a way which honors Eva and Matt and keeps their memory alive.

The Funeral Service will be Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2260 Red Cliffs Dr., in St. George, Utah. Military Rites will follow at Middleton Park across the street from the grandparents at 787 N. 1700 E., St. George, Utah.

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