(September 16, 1921 – December 25, 2013)

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandparent, Brother, and Friend passed away December 25, 2013 at home.  Howard was born September 16, 1921 in Orangeville, Utah, to Wilford J. and Lillie S. (Christensen) Humphrey.  He grew up on a farm raising sheep but his father recognized Howard wanted to be an electrician. His father bought him a correspondence course in electricity that he completed while a senior in high school.  He continued his electricity studies at Weber College in Ogden, Utah.   In 1942, he joined the Navy and during his training to become a pilot he married Beth Call in 1944.  Howard became a Navy Ensign and flight instructor, eventually flying 4-engine transport planes throughout the Pacific Islands.

After his service in the Navy he began his career as an electrician eventually owning his own electrical contracting company.  He enjoyed being a scout master, coach for Little League, and he also loved serving in his many church callings. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and gardening.  His sense of humor was his trade mark and brought laughter into the lives of all he knew.

Beth and Howard were married for 40 years and had five children.  After years of ill health Beth passed away in 1983.  In 1985 Howard started working in the Los Angeles LDS Temple.  He developed a strong desire to serve a mission and prayed for a companion to serve with him.

He met and married M. Diane Porter in 1986 and together they prepared to serve a mission.  In 1989 they were called to the Atlanta Georgia Temple mission. Their mission was the highlight of their lives.  After their mission they built a home in Leeds, Utah, where they lived for 13 years.  They then moved to Hurricane, Utah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters; and son, Dane Humphrey and daughter, Mary Humphrey.

He is survived by his “sweetie”, Diane of Hurricane, Utah; Rev. Neal and wife Christine, Layton, Utah;  KC and husband Sam, Lake Arrowhead, CA; and Kevin and wife Vicki, Sylmar, CA; daughter in law, Julie Humphrey, Midvale, Utah; and  many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren; and sister Ruth and husband Kent Stilson of Orangeville, Utah.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Monday, Dec. 30, 2013, at 11 a.m., at the Hurricane West Chapel, 320 North 3400 West, Hurricane, Utah.
• A viewing will be held Sunday, Dec. 29, from 5-7 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 30, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at the Hurricane West Chapel.
• Interment will take place in the Hurricane City Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to the Dixie Home Rehab and Hospice – Dayton Foundation – 2019 East Riverside Dr., Suite A102, St. George, Utah, 84790.

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

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(July 7, 1952 – December 25, 2013) 

Julia Ann Richey Caldwell, age 61, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2013 in St. George, UT. She was born July 7, 1952 in the San Fernando Valley, CA to Howard and Vaudis Carter Richey.

Memorial services will be held at a later date by invitation.

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George, UT 435-673-2454. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

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(September 5, 1934 – December 24, 2013)

John (Jack) Kelleth Bushnell, 79 passed away on Christmas Eve 2013 in St. George, Utah after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

John was born on September 5, 1934 the second child of Kelleth and Elna Bushnell in Flowell, Utah. He graduated from South High School and attended the University of Utah. He was a member of the L.D.S Church and could often be found reading scripture in his chair in the middle of the night. He was proud to serve in the Korean War for the country he loved. He was a long standing member of the appraisal institute and earned his MAI. He married Joanne Knight, they had one son, John Kevin Bushnell. Later he married Wanda Watts of Kanosh, Utah. They had three children: Lori, Jeff and Denise. His pride and joy were his grandchildren, Johnathon Brazell (24) Aviana Bushnell (21) Jordan Brazell (14) and Dusty (the dog).

John’s gracious open heart was a gift to many, always so full of love, humor and support, never judging. His warm laugh (and whistle) filled a room. Someone once said “John never met a stranger”. He has left us all with heavy hearts, but with a gift of humility unlike any other. He has been and will continue to be greatly loved and missed. He is preceded in death by his mother and father.  He is survived by his wife Wanda, children and grandchildren; sisters and brothers in law, Joann and Perry Kjar; Eileen and Bill Birkes; and his brother, Howard Bushnell.

Funeral Services

• Services will be held in St. George, Utah, on Friday, January 3, 2014.
• Friends and family are welcome to come pay their respects beforehand, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
• Services will begin at 1 p.m. at the Mulberry LDS Chapel, 3381 S. Mulberry Dr., St George, UT.

Arrangements by Heideman Hughes Mortuary, 435-674-5000.

Jack lived at the Kolob care facility for the past four years. Along with the gentle care of his care givers and the humanity of the chosen from Horizon Hospice, we would like to give our heartfelt gratitude to you all.

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(March 1, 1932 – January 2, 2014)

Vernon Conrad “Con” Rowley, Jr, of St. George, Utah passed away on January 2, 2014.  He was 81 years old.  He was born on March 1, 1932 in Bunkerville, Nevada.  He attended Blanding Elementary and San Juan High School in Blanding, Utah before receiving a basketball scholarship to attend Dixie College.  A military veteran, he rose to the level of sergeant in the U.S. Army before continuing his education and completing his doctorate in education at Brigham Young University.  In 1960 he married Geraldine Wadsworth and together they had seven children Vynette (Kirk) Arnell, Derek (Genine), Trevor (Kristen), Karis (Jocelyn), Quinten (Jill), Rachelle (James) Miller, and Camille (Matt) Campbell.

He spent his career involved in education as a teacher, principal, and administrator, and later as Utah State Budget Analyst for Public Education and Education Deputy for Governor Mike Leavitt.

Upon retirement, he tended to Geraldine through a lengthy illness.  After Geraldine’s passing in 2006, he was remarried to Rexine Waldron.  With Rexine, he was able to achieve his goal of serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, New Hampshire-Manchester Mission.

A kind, loving man, of humor and generosity of spirit, he enjoyed sports and time spent with loved ones.  He will be greatly missed.  He is survived by his wife Rexine, his seven children, 28 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren and was predeceased by his wife Geraldine Rowley. He was loved and is additionally survived by Rexine’s family including 5 children and 13 grandchildren,

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Funeral Services

• Viewing will be held at Spilsbury Mortuary on Sunday, January 5, 2014 from 5–7 p.m. and Monday, January 6, from 8:30-9:45 a.m. at the St. George LDS Chapel located at 1762 South River Road, St. George, UT prior to the funeral services at 10 a.m.
• Interment will take place at 3 p.m. (UT time) in the Panaca City Cemetery, Panaca, NV.

Arrangements are made under direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends may sign his guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

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(July 26, 1942 – January 4, 2014)

On the evening of January 4, 2014, Don Wesley Beus quietly passed away at the age of 71, surrounded by his loving family and friends.  Don was born in Ogden, Utah on July 26, 1942 to William James and Leone Blood Beus.  He had three older brothers and two younger sisters.

Don grew up in Utah, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, and graduated from Othello High School in Washington.  He attended Brigham Young University and graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.  He was a Lieutenant in the United States Naval Corp and served for 4 years as a naval pilot, in the Vietnam War, flying 150 missions and earning numerous medals of Honor.

He married Margaret Joyner in 1968 and together had three children, they later divorced.  In 1978 he married Susan Beus, and together they raised their children.

He worked hard on the family farm for many years, in addition to working most of his life as an electrical engineer supervisor in Alaska.  He lived his life and the principles of the gospel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  He served a two-year full time mission in Florida from 1961 to 1963.  He had a love for family history and served a family history mission with his wife, Susan, in St George, Utah.  He served as the treasurer of the Washington City, Sons of the Utah Pioneers. He enjoyed flying, parasailing, and gardening.

Don is survived by his wife of 35 years, Susan Beus; his children: Scott (Maria), Vickie (Jared) Brown, Stephanie Beus and Lisa Powers; his step-children: Don (Valerie) Wright, Debbie (Blaine) Atkinson, Lori (Gordon) Smith, and Tom Mitchell, Jr; 25 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by his brothers; Spencer (Nani), Kent (Clara), and Gary (Carol); his sisters: Terry (Jerry) Conklin and Sandy Burch; and many loving nephews and nieces.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Fairway Ward Chapel, 860 N. Fairway Dr., Washington, UT.
• A viewing will be held Friday, Jan. 10, from 5-7 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S Bluff Street, St. George, UT, and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Fairway Ward Chapel.
• Interment will be in the Washington City Cemetery.

The family wishes to extend their appreciation and gratitude to nurses: Jen, Mindy and Vanessa, and CNA Brian with Dixie Home Hospice, for their dedication and tender loving care, and to the many family, friends, and neighbors who offered love and support during this time.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary. Friends and family are invited to sign Don’s guestbook at. www.spilsburymortuary.com

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(September 17, 1916 – January 4, 2014)

Vaudis Carter Richey, age 97, passed away peacefully in her home on the evening of Jan. 4, 2014. She was born on Sept. 17, 1916 in Minersville, Utah to the Parents of Horace L. Carter and Madge LeFevre. Vaudis was married to Howard J. Richey on Jan. 17, 1944 in Weatherford, Texas.

Vaudis was raised in Minersville, Utah and later attended Dixie College. She had lived in Texas and made her home in California, raising two children there, before retiring with her husband to Southern Utah in 1979.

She is survived by: her son Michael Ray Richey, and wife Meredith, Perry, Kansas;  Grandchildren-Robert Michael Richey and his wife Heidi, Mesa, Arizona and their five children-Elizabeth, Austin, Reagan, Paige and Macy; Scott Valindingham Richey and his wife Chelsea, Provo, Utah; Preston Howard Richey and his wife Jordana, San Diego, California; Charlotte Armstrong Richey and her husband Joseph Nations, Salem, Oregon and their daughter Cambria; Kyle Daniel Richey of St. George, Utah and his son Kyle Daniel Richey Jr.; Dante Caldwell and his wife Trisha, Whitefish, Montana; All of these felt blessed to have visited with her after Christmas prior to her death. Vaudis is also survived by- Brothers: Wilden Carter, St. George, Utah; Ned Carter, Hurricane, Utah; and sisters: Nellie Long, Urbana, Illinois; Joy Granger, La Habra, California;

She is preceded in death by her husband, Howard J. Richey in Dec. 1993, and her daughter, Julia Ann Richey Caldwell on Dec. 26, 2013.

Funeral Services

• Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014, at 11 a.m., at the LDS Church located on the corner of 700 E. 900 S. in St George.
• A viewing will be held at the chapel from 9:30-10:30 am.
• Interment will take place in the St. George cemetery immediately following the funeral services.

The family wishes to express their thanks and appreciation to Alliance Home Health Care (hospice) for their attentiveness, concern and care, especially during the last few months of her life.

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

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(March 31, 1927 – January 4, 2014) 

Pearl Ellen Miller Bush passed away January 4, 2014. She was born March 31, 1927 at Miami, Arizona to Paul and Rita Scott Miller.  She married Eliot Theo Bush on January 29, 1946 in Winthrop, Arkansas.

Pearl was raised near Pomerene, Arizona where she attended school through Jr. High.  She loved being near her Grandparents and large family in Arizona and told many stories of their experiences especially about living in Happy Valley.  Pearl learned to play the piano beautifully and taught others to play. Her parents and 10 siblings moved to Arkansas in the early 1940’s to escape the draught conditions in Arizona and 4 more children were born to Paul & Rita after moving to Arkansas.  After graduating from Winthrop High School in 1945, Pearl worked for a short time at the Red River Army Depot near Texarkana.  She also lived with an elderly lady for a while helping with her household needs.

After marrying ET, Pearl lived in and near Winthrop, Arkansas.  For several years they spent summers in Colorado where ET worked in logging.  Not long after their children became school age, they finally settled in a home near Miller Community not too far from Arkinda and Foreman, Arkansas.  Pearl loved gardening, growing herbs and flowers.  She loved to read, sew and became very talented at knitting and crochet.  Pearl was extremely compassionate and helpful to those around her.  She loved her family and made beautiful gifts of her handicrafts to give them.  Pearl and ET lived there for nearly 50 years until their health began to fail.

Pearl is survived by one son, Leonard Bush of New Boston, Texas; four daughters, Linda & Floyd Kinney of Horatio, Arkansas, Ruth & Ralph Ballard of Hurricane, Utah, Lorraine & Jerry Fisk of Nashville, Arkansas, and Evelyn Verbois of Lockesburg, Arkansas; 19 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren; five sisters, Laura & Vester Adams of Norman, Oklahoma, Ethel  Carrell of LaVerkin, Utah, Ann & Norman Gubler of LaVerkin, Utah,  Irene & Glen Hardy of Many, Louisiana, Mary & Greg Bush of Redwater, Texas; and four brothers, Vernon & Anita Miller of West Valley City, Utah, Talmage & Barbara Miller of Ashdown, Arkansas, Melvin & Betty Miller of Crestview, Florida, and Joseph & Judy Miller of Sandy, UT; and sister-in-law, Peggy Miller. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eliot Theo “ET” Bush; a daughter, Ruby Ellen Bush; her parents, Paul & Rita Miller; one sister, Winfred Martin; three brothers, Ronald Gordon Miller, Gene Miller and Stanley Miller; and one brother in law, Charles Carrell and one sister in law, Marie Miller.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014, at the Hurricane 8^th Ward Chapel, 155 E. 1050 N., Hurricane, UT.
• A viewing will be held for friends and family on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014 at the Spilsbury Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 25 N. 2000 W., from 6-8 p.m. and on Wednesday, Jan. 8, from 10-10:45 a.m. at the Hurricane 8^th ward chapel.
• Interment will take place in the Virgin Cemetery.

Pearl’s family would like to express grateful appreciation to Hurricane Health and Rehabilitation for her care.  Staff and residents became part of her family and she grew to love them very much.  Special thanks to Dr. Greg Last for her long term care and friendship.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Pearl’s guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com

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(June 30, 1943 – January 6, 2014)

Lucy Anna Ruesch Webster, age 70, passed away January 6, 2014.  She was born June 30, 1943 in Cedar City, Utah to Howard and Susan Crawford Ruesch.

Lucy was raised in Springville, Utah and graduated from Hurricane High School.

She married Gordon Pace Webster November 28, 1969 and together raised their children.

She enjoyed many types of handi-work including; canning, quilting, and candy making. She was especially known for her homemade suckers. Lucy enjoyed spending time at the cabin on Kanarra Mountain.

Lucy was a faithful member of the LDS church. She served in many capacities, as well as Relief Society President, and enjoyed doing family history.

Lucy’s family brought her great joy. She loved being a homemaker. She centered her life around her children, grandchildren and serving others. She will be greatly missed.

Lucy is survived by her husband, Pace Webster, St. George, UT; her children, Holly Helm, Hurricane, UT, and Tyler (Ayleen) Webster, Laurel, MD; Stepchildren, Ginger (Murray) Whipple, Hiko, NV, Clark (Ruth ann) Webster, Las Vegas, NV, and Paul (Denise) Webster, Santa Clara, UT; 26 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.  Lucy is also survived by her brother, Rulon (Clarina) Ruesch; and sisters, Clara Cope, Jessie Lee and Karen Oldroyd.  She is preceded in death by her stepson, Rex Webster; great-granddaughters, Havyn Lee Groskreutz and Brianna Van Vliet; three brothers, Howard, Morris and Orland Ruesch; and two sisters, Betty Matheson and Vada Topham.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014 at 10 a.m. in the Middleton Ward Chapel, 807 W. Capilla Rd. Washington, UT.
• There will be a viewing Wednesday Jan. 8, 2014, from 5-7 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, and Thursday, January 8, from 9-10 a.m. at the Middleton Ward Chapel.
• Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery at 3 p.m. following services.

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

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(March 10, 1985 – January 5, 2014)

Lindsey Carter, beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away tragically and unexpectedly on Sunday, 5 Jan 14, at the age of 28.  She was born in St George, UT on 10 March 85, to Mark and Sue LeFevre.  She married Shawn Carter on 29 Sep 07, in Cedar City, UT.

Lindsey grew up in Parowan, Utah, the third of four children.  She has an older sister Taryn, an older brother Seth, and a younger brother Jed.  Lindsey graduated from Parowan High school in 2003.  Shortly after graduating high school, Lindsey moved to Cedar City, UT where she stayed before moving down to St. George to live with Shawn.  Lindsey had many interests.  She loved the martial arts and was a black belt in Karate.  Lindsey was a dancer and did that most of her life, including through high school.  She excelled at all forms of dancing and loved it.  Lindsey enjoyed the outdoors, and loved spending time in the mountains and at Lake Powell with her family.  Later in her life, Lindsey started modeling professionally and very quickly became successful at it.  She received publication in multiple magazines with images she shot professionally.  Lindsey was an amazing mother to her three children, Harlie (6), Keegan (4), and Shaylee (2), and an amazing wife to her husband Shawn.  Lindsey loved her family, her husband and children, as well as her brothers and sisters.  They were a very important part of her life.

Lindsey is survived by her husband Shawn, her children Harlie, Keegan, and Shaylee, her mother Sue, her brother’s Seth (Leslie) and Jed, and her sister Taryn (Jimmy).   Also, her Grandpa Austin and Grandma Karen LeFevre, along with her nieces and nephews: Sophee, Trent, Nathaniel, Nikoli, and Katie.  She is preceded in death by her father Mark, who was waiting for her on the other side with wide open arms.

Lindsey will be forever and sorely missed by all those who knew her.  The world became a darker place when it lost her life.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m., at the Stake Center on 1630 N. Dixie Downs Rd. in St. George.
• A public viewing will be held prior to her funeral at the same location, from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an account at State Bank of Southern Utah under Lindsey LeFevre Carter.

Services are under the direction of Heideman Hughes Mortuary. 435-674-5000.  Condolences may be left online at www.heidemanhughesmortuary.com

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(July 20, 1991 – January 4, 2014)

Our son and brother, Kolbie James McCune, age 22, died Saturday, January 4, 2014, due to complications of depression.

Kolbie was born in St George, Utah on July 20, 1991, to James Landon and Kelly Woodard McCune.  He was a lifelong resident of St George, graduating in 2010 from Millcreek High School.  Kolbie found joy in listening to music and teaching himself to play the guitar.

Though he often kept to himself, he was always open to his young cousins snuggling up to him to play video games.  And anyone engaging him in conversation would find someone of sharp intellect who often enjoyed challenging others’ ideas.  Kolbie spent much of his early life enjoying the outdoors with his family at the dunes or at the lake.

Kolbie is survived by his parents, James and Kelly McCune; sister Jessika; grandparents Roberta Woodard, Landon McCune, and Linda & Stephen Kirkham; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  His maternal grandfather Fla and uncle Kevin preceded in him in death.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, January 11, at the LDS chapel at 1762 South River Road in St George.  Those who wish to offer their condolences may do so before the service between 12 noon and 12:45 p.m.

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(January 29, 1944 – January 4, 2014)

On Saturday, January 4, 2014, Richard William Grimshaw passed away just a few weeks shy of his 70th birthday. Richard demonstrated courage and perseverance throughout his life, and he faced significant health challenges with patience and faith. Richard survived a life-threatening brain tumor at age 19, and dealt with epilepsy his entire adult life.  Even after suffering a traumatic brain injury in June of 2013, he continued to bless many lives with his example of persistence and his calm and positive demeanor.  He was surrounded in his last hours by loving family and friends who said goodbye with words, prayers, and music.

Richard hailed from Enoch, Utah, the son of George D Grimshaw, who taught him how to work hard, think carefully, and fix practically anything; and Elizabeth Smith Grimshaw, from whom he inherited his quiet wisdom and boundless charity. He was industrious, adventurous, and creative. As a young man he enjoyed fixing cars, drag racing, and hunting with his dad and brothers, and later developed a love for literature and a talent for watercolor painting. He was a student (and probably the skinniest football player) in the Cedar High School Class of 1962, served an LDS mission in Southern California, and completed his degree in elementary education at CSU (now SUU), later earning a Masters degree from Utah State University. He loved teaching, and taught third grade for 28 years–two in Enterprise and the remainder at East Elementary in St. George. He spent his retirement in continual service to others, including countless hours as an ordinance worker in the St. George LDS Temple and at the computer doing genealogical research.

Richard married his longtime sweetheart, Charlotte Carter, in 1967. Their relationship was the epitome of love and unfailing devotion. They eventually established their home in Washington, Utah. They raised five children, with whom he read poetry, co-authored picture books, coached little league teams, went home-teaching, hauled musical equipment for concerts, troubleshot cars, discussed theology, and completed outlandishly elaborate school projects. In later years he loved visiting his children and grandchildren in Utah County, Pennsylvania, and California, and preparing the house for their visits.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert and Kent, father-in-law S Neal Carter, brother-in-law Michael Carter, and sister-in-law Deedy Grimshaw. He is survived by his wife of 47 years; his children, Jeff (Tanya), Greg (Elizabeth), Jeremy (Kristen), Michelle Robinson (Greg), Kristen VanOrman (Jonny), and nine grandchildren: Tate, Owen, Anna, Meg, Grady, William, Noah, Roscoe, and Milo; sisters Clara Mae Hatch (Oleen) and DeAnne Stubbs (Clarence); brothers Steven (Carla), Arlen (Cathy), Dave (Colleen), and Alan; his mother-in-law, Rea Carter; sister-in-law Linda Carter; brothers-in-law Boyd Carter (Suzy) and J.R. Carter (Denise); and a wide circle of beloved friends and relatives.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will take place on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Washington 1st Ward LDS Chapel, 82 N. Main St., Washington.
• Viewings will be held at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George on Friday, Jan. 10, from 6-8 p.m., and at the chapel in Washington on Saturday from 9-10:30 a.m., prior to the service.
• Burial will be in the Cedar City cemetery.

The family would like to publicly thank the CNAs, nurses, and therapists at Red Cliffs Health and Rehabilitation for their kind care during the past 5 months. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Michael K. Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund at SUU, or the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary.

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(May 27, 1920 – January 9, 2014)

Maude Riding DeMille Bowers age 93 passed away January 9, 2014 of natural causes. Maude was born May 27, 1920 in Tropic, Utah to Julius Caesar Riding and Cleopatra Hall Riding. Maude was raised in Tropic and the Bryce Valley area where she attended elementary school and graduated from Tropic High School. Mother told of the wonderful childhood she had in tropic during the Great Depression. It was in Tropic, under the loving care of her parents, that she learned so many life lessons. Mom met and married Wallace Delworth DeMille in Panguitch, Utah July 24, 1940. Their marriage was later solemnized the St. George Temple.

Dad served his country in the 2nd World War and mom was left to raise her two sons in St. George. After the war, mom and dad made their home in St. George on 600 East where four more children came into the family. Dad passed away in 1979, and she remained single for several years when she met and married Robert Van Bowers. Mom loved to garden and have fruit trees and she preserved all that was produced. Mom loved to work hard and instilled this in her children. Mom was a very fugal, private and humble person that lived by “use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without.” Dad became disabled and mother entered the workforce to help support the family and worked until she retired. Mother was a world traveler that loved to see and learn about people and places. Her favorite place was here in beautiful southern Utah. Mom loved to go on “road trips” with her best friend, Lucille. Together they made the perfect team that would not miss a sale or going out to lunch, especially if it was free. Mother was a member of the Tops club and the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Mother was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved to do temple work. She also worked at the Bishop’s Storehouse with Robert.

Maude is survived by her children, Wallace L. (Mary) DeMille of St. George, L. Glenn (Neva) DeMille of St George, Rose Nerene Potter of Salt Lake City, Lloyd C. (Hester) of Washington, Utah, J. Stan (Sally) of Santa Clara, Utah; 32 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her husbands, Wallace and Robert; son, Larry Delworth DeMille; parents; sisters; two granddaughters, Kara DeMille and Kim DeMille.

The family would like to express appreciation to Sam Seymore and his wonderful staff at Heritage Home and Applegate hospice care.

At mother’s request, there will be a family only viewing and funeral.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the LDS general missionary fund.

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

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(October 17, 1945 – January 9, 2014)

Charles (Rick) Henry Pickett, age 68, passed away unexpectedly, following a short illness, January 9, 2014. He was born October 17, 1945 in St. George, Utah to Betty Rae Faggianni and Charles Morris Pickett.

Rick attended Dixie High School, graduating in 1963. After high school Rick joined the military, serving in the Special Forces in Vietnam. Upon his return he attended Dixie State College, the University of Utah, and Indiana University, Bloomington, eventually earning a Masters degree in Opera and performing arts.

Rick married Sherly Anderson of Salt Lake City and had two sons, Tyler and Terrell. They were later divorced.

Rick married the love of his life and soul mate, Ruth (Decker) Pickett, in Murray, Utah on May 19, 1990. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the LDS Salt Lake City Temple on December 3, 1998.

Rick and Ruth spent many years in Bountiful, Utah raising their family before returning to Dixie in 2005. They went through many trials together and came out stronger and more in love than ever. They also had many fun travels and adventures, and laughed easily together.

Rick performed in many plays, concerts and programs. He had a passion for music and the performing arts. While living in Salt Lake and Bountiful he was a member of the Tabernacle Choir and the Utah Opera Company. He performed at Pioneer Memorial Theater and Rodgers Memorial Theater. While residing in St. George he performed with the St. George Musical Theater, Tuachan, and The St. George Heritage Choir.

Rick was a faithful and devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was currently serving as ward choir director, which he loved. He was very kind and outgoing, making friends everywhere he went. He laughed easily and loud.

Rick is survived by his sweetheart, Ruth (Decker) Pickett of Dammeron Valley; his sons, Tyler and Terrell Pickett of Salt Lake City, Utah; stepdaughters, Rebecca Ellis of Ogden, UT, Christina (Jeremy) Wallace of Mountain Green, UT, Shaela (Chad) Livingston of Bountiful, UT, Miranda (Gary) Stumph of Taylorsville, UT; 9 grandchildren whom Rick adored, Ammon, Gabe, Savannah, Alex, Micah, Hope, Grayson, Amarah, and little Charlie; and by his half sister, Sharlene Pickett of St. George.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Diamond Valley LDS Chapel, 1784 W. Diamond Valley Dr., Diamond Valley, UT.
• Friends may call Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Buff St., St. George, UT and also on Friday morning one hour prior to services at the chapel.
• Interment will take place in the Ogden Cemetery, Ogden, Utah.

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

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(January 23, 1965 – January 9, 2014)

Rebecca “Becca” Bracken, age 48, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2014 at her home in Beryl, Utah. She was born January 23, 1965 in St. George, Utah, to Elroy and Ada Ann Pendleton Wulfenstein.

Becca was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the Primary Presidency and in Young Women’s.

Becca received her degree as a CNA and also received her 2^nd degree Brown Belt in Karate. She was an accomplished artist and an amazing cook. She enjoyed crocheting and embroidery and loved to travel.

There was nothing that was more important to her than her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by the love of her life her husband, Tyler Bracken; her mother, Ada Ann Pratt; children, Ty William Johnson, Jocie Ann Barnum (Seth) Wilkerson, Holly Meeks (Ryan) Baird, Matthew (Kayla) Meeks, and Newell “Newt” Meeks; stepchildren, Natasha Cluff, Bobbie Bracken, Tyler Collins Bracken and M. Liza Bracken; 7 grandchildren; siblings, Michael (Lorna) Wulfenstein, LuAnn Kahus, Kelvin (Kimball) Jones, Douglas (Tina) Wulfenstein, Valorie (Howard) Cottam, David Wulfenstein, Murrin Wulfenstein, Victoria Wulfenstein; sisters-in-law, Marsha Bowler, Stacie Butler and Lorrie Thurston; and her precious cat, Gato. She is preceded in death by her father, Elroy Wulfenstein; PaPa, Leland Pratt; niece, Nicole Cottam; grandmothers, Laura Pendleton and Velma Hall; stepbrother, Kenneth Pratt; and stepsister, Barbara Fielding.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff, St. George, UT.
• There will be a viewing one hour prior to services at the mortuary.

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

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(June 15, 1930 – January 10, 2014)

Gordon Neil Worthington beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and associate, passed away at his home in Washington, Utah on January 10, 2014.  He was born in Nephi, Utah on June 15, 1930, the son of Murren and Geneva Reese Worthington.  He was the fourth of five children. He spent his childhood in Nephi, Utah, and attended Juab High School where he participated and excelled in basketball. During his early and teenage years he learned the value of work and always preformed various jobs to help his family and himself.  Upon graduation from high school, he enlisted in the National Guard and was eventually called into active military duty for his country in the Korean War.  After his honorable discharge from the military he began working as a diesel mechanic, eventually moving to St. George to work for Harry Lundin at Dixie Diesel.  He worked for approximately 40 years for Dixie Diesel and was known for his dependability and excellent workmanship and integrity.  Operators from across the country would bring their rigs to have Gordon work on them, because they knew they could rely on his work to be of the utmost quality.  Upon his retirement from Dixie Diesel, Gord, as he was affectionately called, worked for Reid Ashman for several years, and he and Evelyn owned and operated The Burger Place in Washington.

He married Evelyn Jolley of Washington, Utah on November 30, 1957 and their marriage was sealed in the St. George Temple. Gordon and Evelyn raised their family in Washington with an understanding of and appreciation for their pioneer heritage and strong family values.  Gordon was a charter member of the Washington Lions Club and remained a member for 45 years.  He was actively involved in civic affairs, cooked corn dogs and fries for many 4^th of July celebrations, and helped prepare for many morning Easter egg hunts which have become a tradition in Washington.  He was always willing to help and no task was too big or too small for him.

Gordon loved his Savior Jesus Christ and demonstrated that love by his service to others.  He served faithfully in many church assignments, including high councilman, high priest group leader, counselor in the bishopric, faithful home teacher, and as a ward executive secretary for 16 years.  He and Evelyn also served as missionaries at the Employment Resource Center for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  His greatest service, however, was to his family, where he was always ready to help and assist in any way needed.  Gordon and Evelyn could always be found at their children’s and grandchildren’s ball games and other activities. They have always been supportive of them. As soon as the weather warmed up you could find them out in the garden or yard.  Gordon and Evelyn were honored by Washington City as the Grand Marshals in the Cotton Days Parade for their lifetime of unselfish service to the community.  Gordon was a man of great integrity.  He was a quiet giant; he let his actions speak louder than his words.  He was a kind and loving man, and set a great example to all.  He will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Gordon is survived by his loving wife Evelyn; their five children, Bobbi (Bob) Platt, Diane (Jeff) Barlow, Jane Worthington, Mike (Jodi) Worthington, and David (Holly) Worthington.  He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, with three more on the way. He is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and one brother

The family would like to express a special thanks to Horizon Home Health and Hospice for the loving and professional care they gave to Gordon as his health declined.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Washington First Ward Chapel, 82 N. Main, Washington, UT.
• Friends may call Thursday night, Jan. 16, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 South Bluff Street, St. George, Utah and from 9-10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the chapel prior to the services.
• Interment will be in the Washington City Cemetery with full military honors.

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

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(April 6, 1937 – January 2, 2014)

Alex Quick passed away January 2, 2014 in St George, Utah.  He was born April 6, 1937 to Boyd and Frances Quick.  Alex leaves behind his wife, Allie, and two sons, James and Clint Quick.

He will be honored with military services at a later date in Colorado.

Services are provided by Heideman Hughes Mortuary, 435-674-5000.

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(January 11, 1933 – January 18, 2014)

On January 18, 2014 leaving behind a legacy of honor, love, patriotism, hardwork, humor and devotion to family, Glen J Harding our patriarch departed from us. Every day we will miss so much about his presence, but are comforted in the knowledge that this parting is but for a brief moment in eternity.

Glen married Marilyn Clawson Parker on May 2, 1958 in the Los Angeles Temple. They were blessed with two children; Tami Michele Harding (Randy) Kester, and Mark Glen (Deanna) Harding, numerous grandchildren, and one great grandchild.  Glen is also survived by siblings, Shirl Harding, Marilyn Anderson and Kathryn (Kay) Parker, and numerous nieces and nephews.  He is preceded by his parents, a sister, Fawn Harding, and grandson Kristopher Fairbanks.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Carlos Mercado, Dr. Carlos Leon, Jennifer Hughes, RN, and the staff at Liberty Dialysis for their professional and compassionate service.

Funeral Services

• A viewing will be held Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014 from 6-7:30 in the LDS chapel on 259 North Mall Drive (Mall Drive Branch) in St George, Utah.
• We will also honor Dad with a viewing Saturday from 10-11:30 at the Hobble Creek West LDS Stake Center, 555 South Averett Avenue, in Springville, Utah.
• Graveside services will be held at noon on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 at the Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, Utah where he will have a tribute by the American Legion for his military Service.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kidney Foundation of Utah, 801-226-5111, or the Liberty Dialysis Center in St. George, Utah, 435-634-6600.

Services are under the care of Heideman Hughes Mortuary. www.HeidemanHughesMortuary.com 435-674-5000

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(September 25, 1974 – January 18, 2014)

Sheila Ilias Brown was the Magnum Opus, the Master Piece of our Eternal Father. To me, she is most the beautiful Being whose feet have touched this earth. Being with her was an Eternity. Her love could never be measured in time, it was the love of God emanating through her soul. She will always and in all ways be my Bride. She made me the man I am today. I will always remain her humble loving husband.

Sheila pronounced (Shy-la) was born in Northeast India, now Bangladesh near the Himalayas. Sheila was born with an extra measure of strength and will. The week she was born she had a fever so severe that every doctor in the hospital told her mother there was no hope for her survival. Her mother took her home and miraculously, within days, her temperature came down. When she was five, her family moved from India to Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Sheila’s younger sister told me in Elementary school they called her “The Boss,” not because she would bully any of the other kids, but because if the school bullies wanted to “pick-on” her little sister or any other kid, they would have to go through Sheila first. Needless to say, the age of “School Bullying,” ended. This is who Sheila was in life.

She cared little for precedent and only for what was just and true in her heart. Sheila was the Valedictorian of her High School class. She won many awards for literature, created a Fashion clothing line, and had several Art Galleries in her name…all this while in High School. During this time, Sheila also taught yoga and dance as a Master in Odissi (Indian Temple Dance). In a family of Magistrates, royals, doctors, engineers, attorneys, Sheila’s mom, Bakura, said to me, “Sheila is the most effective human being I have ever seen.” I whole heartedly agree. Because of her love for people, Sheila wanted to become a doctor, however, during an internship she discovered that she would have to choose a different path. Sheila attended the prestigious Johann Wolfgang von Goethe University. It was there she graduated from Law School in only four years. During her University studies, which often took 16 hours per day, Sheila helped mother write an Indian Cook book in German and taught Culinary classes twice per week. She worked as an Attorney and Business Development Manager for Innovative Software A.G. in Germany, United Kingdom and France. As an attorney she helped people protect develop their businesses intellectual properties. She is fluent in nine languages, including French, Italian, German, Sanskrit, Latin, Urdu Bengali, Hindi, and English.

Sheila and I met through the Las Vegas yoga community in December of 2009 and married on March 21, 2010. Yes, it was love at first sight.

Sheila loved elephants and all animals. She had a reverence for animals one would rarely find in the West. I remember her telling me stories of elephants and their care takers and their beauty and majestic nature. In the years I knew Sheila, she would never let me walk by someone in need, without providing help. And she would just give a few dollars, she would give the cash she had or her jacket or buy a meal. This is the heart of pure light she had for her fellow beings.

Sheila was the Matriarch for the yoga community in St. George Utah, founding Be Hot Yoga & Be University. She trained scores of yoga teachers that will continue her legacy. A piece of her is alive in all of us. The Earth mourning the great lost.

Sheila was the quintessential mother and never let any come before motherhood. She loved taking her hiking in Zion, teaching her about beauty fashion and style, teaching her language and taking her on adventures. One time I dressed Shiloh in mismatched pajamas and even though nobody else was going to see her, Sheila had me go back and search for coordinating top and bottoms. This is how she was, if she knew, that is all that mattered.

My heart is broken in two pieces and I have no idea how we will go from one day to the next. Our tears join the Great Deep, that abyss of pain and mourning for all those whom have past to unto the realm of Light. Sheila, Shiloh-Faith and I thank each of you for your love, prayers and support. Heaven is thundering with all of our love. “Dear Aba, give us this day our daily miracles and forgive us if we do not see them.”
May God bless you, Namaste, Jt Brown

Sheila Ilias Brown, resident of St. George Utah, passed away on Saturday, January 18^, 2014 at 6:35 a.m. She was born on September 25, 1974 to Mohamad and Bakura Ilias. Sheila married her devoted and loving husband Jt Brown on March 21, 2010 and together they created a family when their little girl Shiloh Faith was born July 17, 2011.

She is survived by Jt Brown of St. George, Utah; Shiloh Faith Brown of St. George, Utah;  sisters Sarah Ilias of Dhaka, Bangladesh and Shama Ilias Frankfurt, Germany;  brothers Mautasim Billah of Panchagahr, Bangladesh and Karim Yousuf of Las Vegas, Nevada. She is preceded in death by her father Mohamad Ilias.

Funeral Services

• A viewing will be held on Thursday, January 23, from 10-10:45 a.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary located at 110 S. Bluff, St. George, Utah followed by funeral services at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online at youcaring.com/savingsheila.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caring staff of the Intensive Care Unit at Dixie Regional Medical Center. Also, heartfelt gratitude goes out to all those who have brought comfort, love, and support in this time of need.

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

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(March 15, 1919 – January 18, 2014)

Hedwig “Heidi” Clara Graham passed away January 18, 2014 in Hurricane, Utah. She was born March 15, 1919 in Berlin, Germany to Franz and Maria Habel Podleska. She married William Edmund Graham; he preceded her in death in 1998.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Hurricane 12^th Ward Chapel, 452 N. 2600 W., Hurricane, UT.
• There will be a viewing Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services.
• Interment will take place in the Hurricane City Cemetery.

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

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(December 13, 1938 – January 19, 2014)

Mary Kathleen Johnson Robbins was born in American Fork, Utah, December 13, 1938 to Leslie A. and Fern Johnson. She was the second of ten children. She married Daryl E. Robbins in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on October 14, 1955. They made their home in Pleasant Grove and moved to Tremonton in 1966. In 2004, they became snowbirds and divided their time between Tremonton and Washington, Utah.

Kathleen was devoted to her family, enjoyed working with the children in Primary and loved to garden. Because she married young, she did not finish high school. She earned her GED one year before her oldest child graduated from high school.

Kathleen passed away on January 19, 2014, at home with her husband and daughter, Annette, by her side. She is survived by her sweetheart of 58 years; daughters Annette (Craig) Scott, Patricia (Terry) Carney, Holly (Ronald) Flannery; 14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rachell Robbins.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the Washington 6th Branch LDS Chapel, 700 E. Telegraph Street, Washington, Utah.
• A viewing will be held from 10-10:40 a.m. prior to the service at the chapel.
• Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Tremonton on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014 at 3 p.m.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 435-635-9922. For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit our website www.metcalfmortuary.com.

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