(February 7, 1936 – January 19, 2014)

Norris Legran Cox, age 77, passed away January 19, 2014 in St. George, Utah. He was born February 7, 1936, in Hurricane, Utah to Charles Chester and Retta Stock Cox. Norris married Kaylene Rose Tippetts on June 16, 1972 in Mesa, Arizona.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, UT.
• There will be a viewing Saturday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services at the mortuary.
• Interment will take place in the Cane Beds Cemetery, Cane Beds, Arizona.

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

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(May 21, 1938 – January 18,2014)

On January 18,2014 Patricia Ruth Allen Schneider left this earth to be with her family beyond the veil. Patricia was born on May 21, 1938 in a log cabin in Rio Dell, California to Raymond Leon Allen and Ruth Jensen Allen. At age 3 her parents purchased the family farm in Arcata, California where she lived until her marriage. On June 25, 1955 she married her husband, Charles Taylor Schneider; a year later their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.

Pat or, Patsy, as her family and friends called her, had many talents- too many list. She loved to paint and was an amazing artist. She was an excellent seamstress. Telling stories and writing poetry was a favorite past time especially when surrounded by family.  A big family gathering, with games, was her favorite place to be. Pat felt that motherhood was a divine and noble calling and raised her voice to support and defend it. She loved to study the Gospel of Jesus Christ and used her depth of knowledge to share her testimony. Pat loved working in the Oakland, Nauvoo and St George temples. Elder and Sister Schneider served three missions. Their first mission was in Ireland, the second to Nauvoo, Illinois, and finally a family history mission in Canada.

She is survived by her husband, nine daughters and one son, 43 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one sister. Her surviving children in the St. George area include Linda Galyean, Leslie Smith Fisher, Laurie Thompson, LeeAnne Stanard, Christina Ward, Suzy Harrington and their spouses.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014.
• The viewing will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m., followed by the funeral services at 11 a.m. at the LDS Morningside Chapel, 930 Morningside Drive, St. George, Utah.
• There will also be a viewing on the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 6-7 p.m., at Heideman Hughes Mortuary, 1037 East 700 South, St. George, Utah.
• The Interment will take place at Tonaquint Cemetery in St George, Utah following the funeral service.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Heideman Hughes Mortuary, 1037 East 700 S. St George, Utah, 435-674-5000.

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Beverly Jean Williamson, age 88, passed away January 21, 2014 in St. George, UT.

Celebration of Life service will be at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Spring Gardens Senior Living, 2654 E. Red Cliffs Dr., St. George, UT. Visitation will be Friday, January 24 from 6 to 7:00 pm in the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT. Interment will be Saturday, January 25 at 3pm in the Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, UT.

Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

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Mary Louis Nazer Gubler was born November 13 (it was a lucky day fo all of us), 1925 in Cedar City, Utah, to LeRoy H. Nazer and Della Pendleton Nazer. She moved to St. George, Utah when her father became the manager of the Sprouse Reitz store. Mary was fourteen years old.

Almost immediately she met Lester Gubler and they fell in love. They dated throughout high school and were married on March 25, 1945 after Lester was inducted into the Air Force. He preceded her in death on July 4, 2013. They were married 68 years.

Mary and Lester had three children, Dawnetta (Mrs. H Steven) Perry, Kathie (Mrs. Floyd R.) Isom, both of St. George and, Jerry Gubler, who is married to Linda Scothern. They reside in North Ogden, Utah.

Mary was active in the LDS Church her entire life, serving faithfully in every organization, most notably as the 5^th Ward dance director for many years and many more years as the organizer and chief cook and bottle washer for the many Ward and funeral dinners in their Ward. She also served as the “Mother of the Ward” while Lester was Bishop.

Mary was truly the “woman behind the man”. As Lester fulfilled his many Church, business and civic responsibilities, Mary kept a home and dinner waiting for him. She lovingly cared for him through his last days on earth.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother, Bevan Nazer of Logan, Utah.

She is survived by her three children, 16 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren (and counting).

When Lester passed away, many felt he wouldn’t wait long in Paradise without her. They loved to dance here on earth. We are sure they are happily dancing in Paradise now.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. in the St. George 5^th /6^th Ward Chapel, 85 South 400 East.
• Friends may call from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Chapel.

Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com .

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(July 15, 1921 – January 22, 2014)

Loraine Stock Snow Burns, born July 15, 1921 in St. George Utah, died January 22, 2014 in St George.  Loraine lived in St. George for most of her life. She lived with Dr. Reichmann from the time she was 8 until she was 16 years old, when she moved to Los Angeles.  Her first job in Los Angeles was for National Biscuit Company, putting cookies into boxes.  Then she got the ultimate job at Wasco’s Malt Shop on Hollywood Boulevard.

While she was living in Los Angeles, Loraine married Wayne Snow, later divorced.  Loraine later married Fred Burns, who preceded her in death.  Loraine and Fred lived happily in Salt Lake City, Santa Clara, Bloomington Hills, and St. George.

Loraine owned and ran Dixie Upholstery for thirty years.  She enjoyed making afghans.  She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.  Loraine’s family would like to thank her friends, especially Nancy, for their love and support over the years.

Loraine is survived by her two children, Linda Lewis and John Snow (Kristine), six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 at 3 p.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff, St George, UT.
• There will be a viewing on one hour prior to services at the mortuary.
• Interment will take place in the St. George 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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(April 13, 1929 – January 17, 2014)

E. Neil Barnes, 84, passed away on Friday, January 17, in St. George, Utah.  He is survived by his wife, Sherry, brothers Robert and Thomas of CA, sons Rick and Chris, daughter Lynn all from CA, stepdaughters Tammy Coddington and Tari Mitcheff, as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Neil was born on April 13, 1929 in Los Angeles.  He lived most of his life in CA until retiring to St. George in 2003 during the building boom when he again took up his occupation as a general contractor. He enjoyed sports his entire life including both snow and water skiing, but his true passions in later life were senior slow pitch softball and golf, which he regularly enjoyed, and eagerly looked forward to softball tournaments beginning in February.  He was the oldest player on the teams he played for but often ran the bases for players younger than himself who said they wanted to be just like him when they grew up. Once, just for fun, he entered and medaled in the 100 yard dash in the Huntsman World Senior Games.

In lieu of a funeral, there will be a Celebration of his Life in a few weeks.  Anyone interested in attending or wishing to have a message read during this celebration should contact Sherry at madre@infowest.com for date, location, and time.

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Beulah Graf McAllister, age 95, passed away in St. George, UT Friday, January 24, 2014. She was born in Santa Clara, UT to John Henry and Josephine Tobler Graf.

Funeral services will be announced soon.

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George, UT. Family and friends may leave their condolences in her guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

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(January 8, 1942 – January 27, 2014)

Robert (Bob) Kent Nuttall of Washington, Utah passed away on January 27, 2014, peacefully in his home surrounded by people who loved him.   Bob was born January 8, 1942 in Provo, Utah to Dean Isaac and Virginia Safford Hedquist Nuttall.  Bob married Pat Lucas Jones on September 10, 1990 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Bob grew up in Provo, Utah and was a 1960 graduate of Provo High school.  After graduation Bob joined the Air Force.  Bob was very versatile in his careers owning several of his own businesses but was most active in the new/used car sales business in the Provo/Orem area.   After Bob’s retirement he and Pat moved to Washington in hopes of a longer golf season.  There, Bob worked part time in retail, a job he loved.  Throughout his career he made many friends who he spoke of often, keeping in touch with many throughout the years.

Bob’s true passions were golf and cars.  His latest acquisition was a 1987 El Camino that he was in the process of restoring.

Bob is survived by his wife Pat; his brothers, Jay (Jaylene) Nuttall of Mesa, AZ and Richard (Connie) Nuttall of Mapleton, UT; his daughters, Mary Kay Kennedy of Lindon, UT, Bridget Romele of Mt. View, CA and Jeanne Benson of Alpine, UT.   He is also survived by his stepchildren, Tonya Jones (Bryan) Edvalson of Cedar Hills, UT, Jackie Jones Marchbanks of Spanish Fork, UT, Gene (Jessica) Jones of St. George, UT and David (Melodie) Jones of Ivins, UT. Bob was blessed with 31 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Bob is preceded in death by his mother and father; his daughter, Patty Nuttall Stewart; his infant son, Robert B. Nuttall; and two brothers, David D. Nuttall and James C. Nuttall.

Bob was also blessed in his life by many friends,  Garth Bray of Provo, UT, Bob Sayer of Spanish Fork, UT, Tony Jensen of St. George, UT, and Norm King of Ivins, UT to mention a few.

Funeral Services

• Services will be held Thursday, Jan. 30, 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.
• Interment will take place in the Washington City Cemetery with Military honors.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Bob’s family would like to thank Dr. Judd Larowe and his staff, the Hospital Staff at IHC of Southern Utah and the staff of Community Nursing Services of St. George, Utah for their kind and loving care.

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

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After a full & blessed life, Patricia Davison Wright peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2014.  Born 85 years ago in the Deep South, she was blessed to be raised in the gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by her parents, Glen & Irma Walley McLain, along with her 2 sisters, Carolyn (Wayne) Roderick & RoseMary (Ronald) Lohman.

While serving a full time ‘Southern States’ mission for the Church, she met & later married fellow missionary, Ralph E. Berrett, in the Logan Temple.  Born to them were Michael (Leslie), Brenda (Charles) Bailey & twins, Shelley (Scholzen) & Kelley (Larry) Ward.  They later divorced & Patricia eventually married wildlife cinematographer, Robert W. Davison (deceased).  They were blessed with a son, Shawn.

A widow for many years, Patricia remarried in the fall of her life, William M. Wright (now deceased).

Preceding Patricia in death were her parents, husbands, son Michael, grandson Andrew M. Berrett, & son-in-law, Gregg C. Callaghan.

Patricia is survived by her children, 12 grandchildren & 17 great-grandchildren & counting!  Patricia also felt loved & blessed by Leslie’s husband, Paul L. Peay & former son & daughter-in-law, Keith V. Scholzen & Dana M. Davison.

The family wishes to thank the Spring Gardens Assisted Living staff, especially the memory care unit’s wonderful & loving staff; Dr’s Hagen, Haberle & Nimer, along with their expert staff, for the care they afforded Patricia.

Funeral Services

• Services will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 South Bluff Street, St. George, Utah.
• A viewing prior to the service will start at noon.
• Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Patricia’s family invite you to make donations to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints missionary fund or the Alzheimer & Dementia Society, St. George, Utah, 435)319-0407 or www.alzsociety.com.

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

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Evan Boyd Hunter, 23, passed away on January 31, 2014.  Evan was born in Henderson, NV to Bradley and Christine (Iverson) Hunter. Evan lived most of his life in Cedar City, Utah where he is survived by two brothers, Mason and Duncan and two sisters, Emily and Alison. He is also survived by his grandparents, Max and Nita Iverson. Evan graduated from Canyon View High School and Success Academy. He attended Southern Utah University where he achieved his Associate’s of Science Degree and was near completion of his Bachelor’s Degree in Integrated Engineering and Technology. Evan had a love for knowledge and was fascinated with science, aeronautics, and how everything worked. He was a very hard worker and never hesitated to help family and friends.  He was also a fun, outgoing and an energetic young man who enjoyed life. He enjoyed spending time with family, friends, hiking, bicycling, ATVs and four wheeling. Some of Evan’s favorite foods were Spam, Tabasco, Burritos, Cheez-its, and Mountain Dew.   Evan loved his family, he loved making them laugh and making his friends smile; always taking time to joke, tease and laugh.  He was a great older brother who would constantly watch out for his younger siblings. He was also a wonderful son, making sure that the important things got done. He was a leader who was unafraid to be the kind of person he wanted to be. Everyone who knew Evan realized that he truly marched to the beat of his own drum.  It was his determination, and his kind heart that drew people towards him. His soul that will pierce the heavens, and his will to over come any obstacle, are what we will miss the most about him. He made a distinct impression on everyone he met.  Evan will be missed by many, but never forgotten.  In keeping with Evan’s wishes there will be no open casket.  He wished all to remember him as the fun, energetic person that he was.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held at Mtn. View Chapel, 370 N 4050 W, Cedar City, UT, Feb. 6, 2014 at noon.
• Friends and family may call from 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services at the church.
• Interment will take place in the Washington City Cemetery.

Sincere thanks to all who have expressed love and support to our family during Evan’s illness. We deeply appreciate all that has been done for our family during this difficult time.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit their website www.spilsburymortuary.com.

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(November 21, 1980 = February 2, 2014) 

George Leroy Dockstader, age 33, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2014 in Colorado City, Arizona. He was born November 21, 1980 in Hildale, Utah to Laddie Boyd Dockstader and Diane B. Kelsch. George was raised in Colorado City, AZ and graduated from the Colorado City Academy in 1999.

Georgie took great pride in his appearance and, like his Dad, love to shop. He was organized and clean. He loved people, especially children and was very outgoing; no matter where life took him he made new friends.

Over the years his work led him many places including Arizona, New Mexico, Montana, South and North Dakota, and Texas, yet his heart was always home.

He is survived by his parents and siblings of Centennial Park, AZ and Page, AZ and surrounding areas.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, a sister and both paternal and fraternal grandparents.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m. in the Centennial Park Chapel, Centennial Park, AZ.
• Viewing will be Friday, Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Centennial Park Chapel.
• Interment will be in the Centennial Park Cemetery.

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

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Mack Sterling Jones, age 93, passed away February 5, 2014 in St. George, Utah.

Mack was born to Sterling and Melba Gunnell Jones and raised in Wellsville, Utah on the farm. He graduated from North Cache High School, Class of 1938. Following high school he and a buddy, “Boon” caught freight trains and toured the country.

He married Marjorie Johnson in 1941 in Logan, UT. They later divorced.

He enlisted in the Air Force and served in World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946. While in the military he married Lois Fern Burton on November 22, 1944 in Las Vegas, NV.

Following his discharge Mack got a job at Hill Air Force base as an Electrician, advancing in the ranks. He was very successful in negotiations for Hill Field. Mack ended his career working in Logistics. He retired in 1979 after 32 years of faithful service, resided in Ogden, UT until 1985 at which time they moved to St. George.

Mack loved the outdoors. Being a true lover of Mother Nature he often would mention, “I wonder what the pioneers thought when they first saw that.” He enjoyed spending time with his friends and family at the cabin he built in Christmas Meadows. Mack very much loved his dogs, Sage and Jewel.

Mack was an exceptional intellect and could talk about any subject. He especially enjoyed repeating the good old family stories. Mack just loved family, and traveling the world with his life-long sweetheart, Lois.

He is survived by his four sons, Dale Sterling (Tracey) Jones Parks of N. Salt Lake City, UT, Ronald Burton (Sally) Jones of Riverdale, UT, Michael Glade (Shela) Jones of Henderson, NV, Robyn Mack Jones of St. George, UT; and 40 grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Charlie (Jeannie) Jones and Reid (Cathy) Jones; and two sisters, Noreen Green and Ruth Clark.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Jones; his parents, Sterling and Melba; two sisters, Marjean Shank and Ardyth Jones.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT.
• Visitation will be Saturday from 9:30-10:30 a.m., prior to services.
• Interment will take place in the Tonaquint Cemetery with full Military honors.

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

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(October 6, 1949 – February 4, 2014)

Dave Nelson, 64, passed away peacefully Tuesday February 4^th, surrounded by his family. Dave was born to Rees and Fern Worthington Nelson, in Payson Utah, on October 6^th, 1949.   He was the third of five children, and the unexpected twin. He graduated from Payson High School in 1967.

Dad was called to serve in The Australia West Mission.  He started college after his mission; it was during this time that he met the eternal love of his life, Madge Wilson. They started dating and on Feb 15, he told her he loved her, and they were married 3 months later in the Manti LDS temple on June 14, 1974.  Their love is the eternal love we all hope for. He was a true example of how a man should love his wife.

They immediately started a family, even though they only had $2 to their name. Family was always the most important thing to him. He was blessed with 3 boys and 2 girls. He was so proud of his children and never missed an opportunity go by where he could tell a stranger how proud he was of them, and their accomplishments.

He was the kindest man who would drop anything he was doing to help you.  He could instantly fill a room with joy with his smile and jokes.

He always had multiple “projects” going.  No matter how hard he tried, he could never remove the evidence of his hard work from his hands. Dad has an unparalleled work ethic.

Dave spent the majority of his life working on cars, but the thing that brought him the most joy was teaching. He went back to school at age 58 and received his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree, and was able to achieve that dream. He felt fulfilled when he impacted the life of his students. He would be there to help them succeed, and comfort them when they failed. Dave is survived by his wife, Madge (Wilson), His children, Larry Christian (Ellen), Timothy David (Katie), Tiffany Tara (Steven), Cody Shawn (Nicole), and Kindi Nicole (Justin), his grandchildren Olympia, Penelope, Gregory, Mya, Jakob, Kaycee, Callie; his siblings, Jerry (Lynda), Dale (Clarice), Kent, Vickie (Larry), and his puppies Luke and Leia.  He is preceded in death by his parents Rees and Fern Nelson, and his mother in law Callie Wilson (Stevenson) and Rusty.

Funeral Services

• The funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. at the Mulberry Chapel, 3381 Mulberry Drive, with a viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Friends may call Friday, Feb. 7 at 6-7 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George.
• Interment will take place at Tonaquint cemetery.

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

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(February 4, 2014 – March 21, 1919)

Phyllis Maude Latimer Woodbury, age 94, passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 in St. George, Utah. Phyllis was born March 21, 1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the eldest of four children born to Maude Walker and J. Franklin Latimer.

Phyllis graduated from Granite High School with the class of 1937 and attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Phyllis graduated with honors from the University of Utah and also earned a Masters of Science degree at that institution.

On June 25, 1941 she married Merlin Warren (Bud) Woodbury (deceased) in the Alberta Temple in Cardston, Canada. Five months later the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor.

Phyllis was employed by the Granite School District for 24 years. She taught at Valley Junior High for 6 years before she joined the District Office Vocational Supervisory Team, where she served until retirement. Phyllis loved her career and the many teachers with whom she worked. She facilitated the development of many curriculum guides for the State Board of Education. In 1968 she took bold action for that day and age by starting the Young Mothers Program in order to help young mothers graduate from high school and learn parenting skills. Phyllis spearheaded the exemplary programs in “Parenthood and Child Development” and “Nutrition With Good Taste” that received national recognition.

Phyllis and her husband, Bud, were active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Phyllis taught in all the auxiliaries of the church. She and her husband served two missions–1 1/2 years at the Visitors Center in Mesa, Arizona and another two years at the Jordan River Temple in the Salt Lake Valley

Phyllis and Bud are the parents of Rebecca Pappas Cox (Paul G.) and grandparents of Alexander Woodbury Cox (Talia) Bryce Canyon, Utah, Angela Rose Cox of Tucson, Arizona, Terri Pappas, Christopher Pappas (Leslie), Samuel Pappas (Heather) of Salt Lake City, Michael Pappas (Shari) of Marion, Utah, Christina Cox Negrete (Gabriel) of Tucson, Arizona. They have eleven beautiful great grandchildren.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Rebecca Pappas Cox (Paul) of St. George, sister, Afton Heinecke of Midvale, and brother, Russell Latimer (Mildred) of Lehi, Utah. Brother Donald Latimer (Ora) proceeded her in death.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the McDougal Funeral Home, located at 4330 South Redwood Road, Salt Lake City, Utah.
• Visitation on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday beginning at noon.
• Interment at Wasatch Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah.
• A Memorial Service will be held in St. George, Utah on Friday, Feb. 14, 2014 at the Quail Valley Chapel at 1 p.m. with family visitation beginning at noon. Quail Valley Ward is located at 1762 South River Road.

The family expresses their thanks to the many friends who kept mother’s life interesting and fulfilling to the end, especially, Zion’s Way Home Health and Hospice, her Senior Companion, Cori Doporto and her devoted friends, Paul and Renae Thorpe.

In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund by contacting any LDS Bishop.

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(October 28, 1987 – February 5, 2014)

Preston Terry Myers was born October 28, 1987 to Brad A. Myers and Lori Lee Batchelor Myers.  He passed away surrounded by his family, and returned to his Heavenly Father on February 5, 2014 in Prescott, Arizona.  Although born in Phoenix, Arizona, he lived in St. George, Utah for most of his life, including his elementary, middle, and high school years.  He married Lexie Ollie Petersen, and though they later divorced, she held a special place in his heart.

At a young age he developed a passion for his true loves: basketball, fishing, golf, anything that involved riding on a board, video games, and friends, many of which were girls.  He loved to cheer for the underdog, which might explain his unwavering loyalty to the Utah Jazz.  He is a bright and wonderful soul who loves to laugh and help others do the same.  He absolutely adored little children. His nephews Jackson and Henry are his favorites.  Preston loved being with his family and he teased and joked with them as much as possible.  Preston’s unique and wonderful personality allowed him to walk in many circles, thus making friends from every race, religion, and nationality.  He loved them all.  He was a huge Harry Potter fan and claimed to be from the House of Slytherin.  He and his trusty boxer dog named Floyd had many adventures and he called him his son.   Preston touched many lives and will be EXTREMELY missed and NEVER forgotten.  He is now in his Heavenly Father’s care and watching over us.

He is survived by his parents, Brad and Lori Myers (St. George, Utah), his brother Victor Kent Myers (Sarah Wilkey Myers) nephews Jackson and Henry (Chino Hills, CA), his sister Samantha Lee Myers (St. George, UT), his brother Elder Nathan Brad Myers (Washington Federal Way Mission), and his brother Stockton McKay Myers (St. George, UT). He is also survived by his grandparents, Kent and Cherie Myers (Cedar City, UT), Terry and Lavelle Batchelor (South Jordan, UT), and Kathleen and Lane Bessey (Herriman, UT).  He is preceded in death by his brother Brad “McKay” Myers.

Funeral Services

• A viewing will be held at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT, on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. and again on Monday, Feb. 10, at the LDS St. George YSA Stake Center, 441 S. 2200 E., St. George, UT (by the dinosaur tracks) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. at the same location.
• Interment will take place in Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 S. Dixie Drive, St. George, UT.

The family wishes to thank the Yavapai Regional Medical Center ICU Team in Prescott, AZ for their kind and loving service to us and our son.  We will be forever grateful.

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

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(October 3, 1931 – February 5 2014)

Joanne McLaren Hancock age 82 left her earthly life behind on February 5, 2014.  She was born October 3, 1931 to John Henry McLaren Jr. and Dorothy Cameron McLaren in Salt Lake City Utah. She married her eternal companion, Jay Juul Hancock on April 18, 1958 in the Salt Lake City Temple.  Joanne was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

She loved the gospel and served in many church positions. She served as the Spiritual Living teacher for many many years. She served a mission for the church in the Texas/Louisiana Mission.  As a child she lived in Salt Lake City UT, San Francisco CA, Fresno Ca and Cedar City UT where she graduated from Cedar High. The family moved to Orem Utah where she lived and earned her Bachelors Degree from Brigham Young University. After marrying they made their home in Provo UT.  She worked as the executive secretary for the head of Geneva Steel until she could no longer hide her pregnancy with her first child. The family moved to Sacramento Ca to find the best schooling for their second child who was deaf. Joanne spent much of her life as a homemaker occasionally taking in typing and later daycare to supplement the family income. Later she went back to work as an administrative assistant until she retired in 2000. She moved to St George Ut in 2001.

Joanne had a love of camping and enjoyed many trips to the ocean and the redwoods with her family. Her favorite spot was Patricks Point State Park in Northern California near the Oregon border. She spent countless hours on the beach with her husband searching for agates. Joanne was an avid reader and was almost never without a book nearby. Mom and Dad had a dream to go on an Alaskan cruise. That dream was cut short with the passing of Dad in 1999. She did, however, go on her final vacation and cruise the Western Caribbean with one of her girls. A trip that meant the world to her.  Joanne is survived by her children Karen Fuller of St George UT, Kaye Hancock Edwards of Highland Ranch CO, Nancy Bailey (Mark) of St George, UT, Jill Johns (Marty) of Colfax, CA, and Paul Hancock (Candice) of Washington UT. She also leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.  She is preceded in death by husband Jay, daughter Cheryl, parents John and Dorothy McLaren and brother J, David McLaren.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Judd Larowe and his staff for the outstanding care she received.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 11 a.m. at the Snow Canyon 6th Ward building located at 1610 N. Dixie Downs Rd.
• There will be a viewing 1 hour prior to the service for friends and family to call.
• Internment will take place Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. at the Orem City Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Heideman Hughes Mortuary, 435-674-5000, 1037 E. 700 S. St. George, Utah.

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(July 26, 1969 – February 2, 2014)

Walter James Konecny, 44, passed away Feb 2, 2014 after a long battle with liver disease. He was born July 26, 1969 in SLC to Druesilla Booth and Otto Walter Konecny. He married Lisa M Deason, had two beautiful children and later divorced.

Walt graduated from ITT Tech and went on to his career as an electrician with the UP Railroad. He enjoyed Sky diving, flying, camping, fishing and four wheeling.  He had a sharp and witty sense of humor that he loved to share with everybody. He will be dearly missed.

Survived by his children Otto (Megan), Olivia Konecny, OR; parents Drue (Garry) Naccarato, Walt (Bonnie) Konecny; Grandparents Jerry Loveland Harper, UT, Alexandra Leverton, NV; siblings Kris, Marci (Grady), Nick (Carly) Konecny, Trent (Deborah) Tate; Aunt Lona Broadhead; Uncles Jerry (Karri) Harper, Burke (Judy) Wegner; Niece/Nephews James Fackrell, Dean, Mikal Player, and numerous cousins.

Preceded in death by Grandmother Betty J Harper; Brother Alexander Konecny; Uncle Trenton L. Broadhead; Cousin JL Harper.

Funeral Services

• A memorial will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2014, 191 E. Draper Park Ln. (11980 S), Draper, UT 84020 (Clubhouse).

For questions or comments please email Marci at memorial@waltkonecny.com.

Arrangements under the care of Heideman Hughes Mortuary 435-674-5000.

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(May 28, 1988 – February 6, 2014)

Jonathan Weston Twiggs, beloved son of Ted and MaryAnn Maughan Twiggs, passed away February 6, 2014 at his home in Santa Clara, Utah. He was born May 28, 1988 at Desert Samaritan Hospital in Tempe, Arizona. He weighed 8 lbs 3 ½ oz and was 21 inches long. He was a big baby and proceeded to grow into a huge boy. He finally grew to be 6 ft 4 in tall. The whole family “looked up” to him.

Jonathan attended Santa Clara Elementary, Snow Canyon Middle School and graduated from Snow Canyon High School with a little help from his mom and his friends.

Jonny loved playing bass guitar and jamming with his friends. He actually toured with the band “Medea” for four months. He loved his computer and spent much time LANing with his friends, which brought him a lot of joy.

Jonny was a sensitive person and worried about the world’s problems and could not accept many of the world’s atrocities. Even still, he had a great sense of humor and was the life of the party. He loved his family and did not tolerate anyone “badmouthing” them.

Jonny had many friends who have stuck by him, as has his family, through many trying years. We are receiving some comfort in knowing he is finally at peace.

He is survived by his parents, Ted and MaryAnn Twiggs; brother, Josh; sisters: Jessica Twiggs (Steve Crossett) and Kimberly (Jared) Dunkley; grandmother, Sandra Dance Twiggs; nieces: Ellie, June and Gwen Dunkley and Lola Twiggs. He was received by his grandparents: Jerry Twiggs and Howard and Venice Maughan. He is loved by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 14, 2014 at 2 p.m., with a viewing from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.
• Interment will follow in the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

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

(September 30, 1968 – February 10, 2014)

Monte Lee Johnston passed away February 10, 2014. He was born September 30, 1968 in Salt Lake City. He was married and later sealed to the love of his life Laurette Larkin on October 11, 2008 in St. George, Utah.

Monte loved life and everyone he came in contact with. He was a friend to everyone, especially those in need. Monte loved his family and the gospel of Jesus Christ so very much and his life was centered around them.

Monte enjoyed the outdoors and loved spending his time in Kolob, exploring the canyons, hunting, fishing and anything else that would keep him outside. He grew up loving baseball and took State in 1980. Monte loved to garden and kept a beautiful yard. He kept his neighbors supplied with fresh veggies from the garden.

Monte loved sharing the gospel and his testimony with everyone. Monte had the ability to talk and befriend everyone, regardless of their walk of life. Everyone who knew Monte loved him. He was a man who was willing to help all those who needed, even the smallest thing.

Monte’s number one love was his wife, Lauretts, his boys, Bryant, Anthony, and Mickey and his girls, Ashley and Lexi. He loved his grandkids, Gavin, Ayden, and Alexis. His parents, siblings, nieces and nephews meant the world to him. He loved everyone and they loved him right back.

He is survived by his wife, Laurette of St. George; children, Bryant (Erica), MN, Anthony, IA,  Mickey (Christina), IA, Ashley, and Lexi St. George; three grandchildren, Gavin, Ayden, Alexis; parents, Jack and Laura Johnston, Washington, UT; siblings, Jed (MarDee), Clarisa (Adam), Natalie (Richard), Melanie (Heath), Jacob (Kami); grandmother, Ruth Chan, Spanish Fork, UT; mother and father-in-law, Gray and Marlene Larkin, St. George, UT. He is preceded in death by a nephew, Zachary Johnston.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Red Cliffs 5^th Ward Chapel, 1285 N. Bluff, St. George, UT.
• There will be a viewing Friday evening from 6-7 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff, and also on Saturday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services at the chapel.
• Interment will take place in the Washington City Cemetery.

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

(December 6, 1919 – February. 13, 2014)

Dana “Dick” Richmond Pratt, or “Grandpa Great” as his grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren have come to know him, passed away Feb. 13, 2014, at the age of 94.

Dana was born Dec. 6, 1919, in Hinckley, Utah to William Burgess Pratt and Mary Cropper Pratt, and married his eternal love Angie Mace on Dec. 13, 1940 in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple.

In 1940, he earned his normal degree from Brigham Young University, which put him on the path to being a teacher—a career that spanned 43 years. He later earned his bachelor’s degree from BYU in 1948, and in 1966 he received his master’s degree from the same university.

Dana was a lifelong lover of learning, and used that passion to teach others. In addition to earning his normal degree, bachelor’s degree and master’s degree—all from Brigham Young University—he also utilized his love of our language to teach English for 43 years spanning schools, counties and titles.

He educated elementary and high school students in Millard County—where he also served as President of the Millard County Teachers Association—before coming to sunny St. George to teach English at Dixie College—where he was the Department Chairman and Division Director of Humanities.

Dana had a hand in almost everything in the communities he lived in. From town clerk to Rotary Club member, from rodeo announcer to baseball player, Grandpa Great was an avid member of both Hinckley and St. George.

Although Dana was an aficionado of sportsman activities like hunting and camping, those who knew him can say one word truly described Dick’s favorite outdoor activity: fishing. Grandpa Great loved fishing, and he even dreamed about fishing up until his last moments on Earth (the fish in his dreams continued to grow with every re-telling!).

Dana and Angie served their LDS mission at the Hill Cumorah in New York, a sacred area that is rooted in Jesus’ church being restored on Earth. Dana loved serving the Lord, and did so as President of the Elders Quorum, ward clerk, counselor in two bishoprics, president and counselor in High Priest groups, and a temple ordinance worker for 13 years.

Dana spent many of his final years exploring his love of art. When family and friends would visit, they would be greeted by an array of his trademark watercolors and oil paintings that adorned his home’s walls. After making the world such a beautiful place, it was only appropriate that Grandpa Great added his own beautiful creations to it, as well.

Dana is survived by three daughters, Patsy Ann (Calvin) Durfey of St. George, Utah; Marcia Kay (Kelly) Cooper of Kanab, Utah; and Mace Dana (Matt deceased) Jacobson of Pine Valley, Utah.

And Grandpa Great’s posterity of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren continues to grow—it’s upwards of 100!

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 11 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah, with a viewing prior to services from 9-10:30 a.m.
• Interment will take place in the St. George City Cemetery.

Dana’s family would like to thank Dixie Home & Hospice, especially Michelle and Jessi.

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