September 23, 1947 – February 5, 2016

Lloyd Snow Sandberg, 94, slipped peacefully into eternity February 5, 2016.  He was born August 30, 1921 in Hurricane, Utah to Chauncey and Josephine Snow Sandberg.  He married and was sealed for time and eternity to LaNorma Seegmiller September 23, 1947 in the St. George Utah Temple.

Lloyd’s life exhibited his love for God, Family, and Country.  He served an LDS Mission in the Eastern States before serving in WWII.  He graduated from Dixie College and BYU with a teaching degree and spent his career teaching business classes at Hurricane High School.  He also spent 30 years as a park ranger, first at Pipe Springs National Monument and then Zion National Park.  Lloyd and LaNorma raised their family on a small 4.5-acre farm on what was the outskirts of Hurricane. Gardening and raising animals proved to be an excellent way to instill in his posterity the importance of family and a good work ethic.

Lloyd remained faithful and true to his LDS covenants even serving as a Ward Librarian last year at age 93.  He and LaNorma enjoyed their LDS mission to Venezuela in 1989, many years serving in the St. George Temple, and their weekly institute class.  Lloyd was a proud member of the American Legion and the Sons of the Utah Pioneers. But his crowning joy was his family.  

He is survived by his beautiful bride of 68 years, LaNorma (Hurricane); children: Sharon & Guy Hinchcliff (North Ogden, UT), Curtis & Jean Sandberg (Elk Grove, CA), Susan & Bevin Johnson (Hurricane), Cindy & Kim Booth (Upton, WY), Brent & Allyson Sandberg (North Logan, UT), Jerald & Lesa Sandberg (St. George, UT), Shayne & Julie Hutchings (Apple Valley, UT); 35 grandchildren; 84 great grandchildren; and sister Elaine Adams (Parowan, UT). He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Garth Sandberg; 2 grandchildren, Mandy Johnson and Challes Sandberg; and 2 great granddaughters, Krystal Bates and Jordan Miller.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the LDS Hurricane, Utah Stake Center, 677 S 700 West, Hurricane, Utah.  
• Viewings will be held Feb. 12, 6-7:30 p.m., and Feb. 13, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the same Stake Center.  
• Interment will take place in the Hurricane Cemetery.

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 Lloyd’s guest book online.  

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October 5, 1938 – February 6, 2016

Martha Hansen, 77, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Martha was born on October 5, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio to Eloise Metcalf and Ralph Atkinson.

Martha received her Undergraduate at Miami of Ohio and Master’s in Education at the University of Colorado. She was a pioneer in independent living and adult care management and ran multiple companies and assisted living communities. Twenty-one years ago Martha founded YouCan TooCan, a retail store, devoted to helping people live independently. Martha was an icon in the Denver area.

Martha is survived by her children Susan Hansen and wife Jeanne Wittry, John Hansen and wife Nicky Soupal, and Steve Hansen and wife Kari. She is also survived by siblings, Shirley, Carolyn and George. She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Chuck Henning.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Martha’s life at the home of long-time friends. If you wish to honor Martha’s life, please make an online donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

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October 29, 1930 – February 9, 2016

Glenna Rae Edwards Boshard passed away on February 9, 2016 at the age of 85.  Her beloved husband, Bliss was by her side.  She was born October 29, 1930 to Glenn D. Edwards and Alice Jean McNeil Edwards in Provo, Utah.  She was raised in Provo, Utah.  She married Bliss Boshard on October 20, 1951.  They had three children:  Cary, Steven and Gina.  They moved a lot with Bliss’s career.  They lived in Salt Lake City, Utah; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Denver, Colorado; Provo, Utah; and then retired to St. George, Utah.

She lived for her grandchildren.  Each and every one of them thought that she loved them the most.  And she did.

Glenna had a great testimony of the gospel.  Being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she was able to share her talents.  Glenna, Bliss and their good friends, the Browns were called to serve in the cafeteria of the St. George LDS Temple.

Glenna was preceded in death by her father and mother; two sisters:  Betty Jean Edwards and Yvonne Harding; and one great-grandchild, Emerson J Cuff.  She is survived by her husband, Bliss Boshard; sister, Frances Bowen; children:  Cary Boshard, Steven (Pam) Boshard and Gina Boshard; grandchildren:  Jessica & Jason Ellis, Kelly Boshard, Michael Reese, Shelley & Kristopher Lange, Jenny & Taylor Eatough, Jared, Chris & Brianne, Peggy, Aimee Boshard and Jaclyn & Jonathan Cuff; and nine beloved great-grandchildren.

Our heartfelt Thanks to Rocky Mountain Hospice for their loving care.

Funeral Services

• Graveside services will be held on Friday, Feb. 12, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Tonaquint Cemetery.
• A visitation will be held Friday from 11 a.m. to noon at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

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June 30, 1953 – February 6, 2016

Ardith Alder Stewart, 81, passed away February 6, 2016. She was born July 27, 1934, to David and Elta Dudley Alder in Jensen, Utah. She was married and sealed to Otto J. Stewart in the Manti LDS Temple on June 30, 1953.

Ardith was the loving and amazing mother to seven children. She and Otto loved to spend time in the outdoors with the kids camping and fishing.

She was a very dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in the St. George Temple for many years.

Ardith was preceded in death by her loving husband, Otto; her parents; her two brothers, Udell and Val Alder; sister-in-law, Mary Alder; two grandsons; and a great-granddaughter. She is survived by her children: Deloris (Wayne) Hill, Rodger Stewart, LaMar (Sherry) Stewart, Mark (Dana) Stewart, Collett (Steve) Arnold, Russell (Nanette) Stewart and Brad (Lora) Stewart; 29 grandchildren; and 39 great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her two brothers: Carl Alder and Jay (Connie) Alder; and her sister, Carma (Jerrett) Cameron.

Funeral Services

• Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah
• A visitation will be held Saturday, prior to services, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary
• Interment will be in Tonaquint Cemetery

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

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January 3, 1934 – February 10, 2016

Garry Heber Steck, age 82, beloved husband, loving companion and best friend of his wife, Carol Johnson Williams Steck, quietly passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at his home in St. George. Garry was born in Manti, Utah, on January 3, 1934, to Edward and Ellen Oberg Steck. He is preceded in death by both parents and a sister Colleen Heaton.

At the age of eight the Steck family moved from Sanpete County to Magna, Utah, where Garry played varsity football and participated in track. After a time in the U.S. Army Signal Corps in Camp Gordon George, he attended the University of Utah. Garry enjoyed writing (fiction and non-fiction), flying airplanes, movies, music and off-roading with his wife and friends in the beautiful southern Utah wilderness areas.

He was a generous man, with a kind and loving heart. He was without guile. Garry persevered many trials and challenges in life and yet never became cynical, but instead always maintained a positive can-do attitude. He was a faithful member of the LDS Church.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Johnson Williams Steck; a son Jason Steck (Minnesota); and four stepchildren: Matthew William (Pam Giller) of Alexandria Virginia; Andrew Williams (Boulder, CO); Kelly Badianne (Jean-Jaques) of Abuja, Nigeria; and Kimberly Williams (Asheville, NC). He is also survived by a sister Virginia Shelley (Lloyd) of Cedar City, and a brother Clair Steck (Nancy) of Seaside, Oregon. He leaves behind six beautiful grandchildren, Anea, Theo, Juliette, Jacques-Cesar, Jasmaine and Margo.

Funeral Services

• A memorial service will be held Monday, Feb. 15, 2016 at noon at the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah.
• There will be a gathering at the mortuary one hour prior to services.

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January 5, 1931 – February 4, 2016

Ellen Joan Wilson, passed away February 4, 2016. She was born January 5,  1931 in Severy, Kansas, to Howard Harold Highsmith and Ellen Effie Wright.

Graveside Services

• Graveside services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at the Koup Family Funeral Home, Eureka, Kansas.
• Interment will be in Twin Grove Cemetery, Severy, Kansas.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

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August 14, 1940 – February 12, 2016

Eugene Sales Jones, Jr. passed away February 12, 2016 at the Southern Utah Veteran Home in Ivins, Utah. He was born in Houston, Texas on August 14, 1940 to Eugene S. Jones Sr. and Polly Stokes Jones.

He joined the Air Force in 1961 and was stationed at Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada where he became a mechanical engineer. He took a part time job with Nevada Drive-in Theater, where he met his wife, Elna Zohner. They were married in St. George, Utah on November 10, 1962. He joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1970 and was sealed to Elna on November 12, 1978.

He attended Reagan High School in Houston, Texas and received his GED in the Air Force. Gene attended both the University of Nevada Las Vegas and Clark County Community College where he earned an Associate’s Degree in Law Enforcement. He is a graduate of the National Sheriff’s Institute from the University of Southern California. He attended many seminars sponsored by the FBI, the U.S. Treasury Dept. and Las Vegas Metro Police Dept., where he received special training in Bomb disposal, Riot Control, Juvenile Problems, Search and seizure laws, Drug and Narcotics Control, Handwriting Analysis, and Weapons Handling. In addition to these schools, Gene received special training in Budgeting Administration and Jail Operations from the University of Colorado and Central Missouri State University. He was policeman on the Las Vegas police force for 11 years.

He was chosen to be on the special task force known as PACE. He worked in various divisions: Detective Bureau, Vice and Narcotics, Uniform Division, and Juvenile Department. He was elected as Washington County Sheriff and served from 1978-1982. He completely modernized the department and supervised the building of the new Hall of Justice. He was an Appetizer (Deli) manager in Randall’s Grocery store, in Spring, Texas. He became an Allstate Insurance Agent in Kingwood, Texas. Gene retired from there in 2002.

He is survived by his wife, Elna; daughters, Karen (Kelly) Blake and Kimberly (Charlie) Meinkey; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; a sister, Peggy Hicks of Austin, Texas; and a brother, Vernon (Pat) Jones of Houston, Texas.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at noon in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff, St. George, Utah.
• There will be a viewing from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary.
• Interment will take place in the Washington City Cemetery, Washington, Utah.

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

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February 15, 2016

On Monday, February 15, 2016 the heavens rejoiced and the earth wept as Jacqueline Platt Riggs  ascended from her honored position in life to a new adventure beyond the veil.  Her heart warming smile and contagious laughter will be missed as she has touched the lives and souls of countless friends, pupils and family.

Jacque is preceded in death by her former husband, William Ralph Riggs; and her parents, Roland and Dorothy Platt.  She is survived by her children: William James “Bill” (Anita) Riggs , Allen Trent (Lisa) Riggs, her treasured daughter, Melanie Riggs; eight grandchildren and their two spouses; and two great grandchildren. She is also survived her brothers Gary (Vicky) Platt, Robert “Bob” (Larraine) Platt and Marlan (Linda) Platt.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at 10 a.m. in the Buena Vista LDS Stake Center, 860 North Fairway Drive, Washington, Utah.
• Visitations will be Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd. and Saturday, prior to services, at 9 a.m. at the LDS Stake Center above.
• Interment will be Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Hatch, UT Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

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February 13, 1932 – February 14, 2016

On the morning of February 14, 2016 our beautiful angel Wife and Mother Lois G. Gogarty passed through the veil, after several months of serious illness. She passed one day after her 84^th birthday on February 13^th (born in 1932 to Leon and Mary Pritchett in Long Beach, California).

Her husband of 64 years, W. Barney Gogarty, was by her side until she breathed her last breath. They were married for time and eternity in the LDS Salt Lake Temple on December 14, 1951 and enjoyed a lifetime together of love, friendship, church service, and learning. They raised 5 children: Laura Klaversma (David), Colleen Gogarty, Shaun Gogarty (Gloria), Kathlyn Gogarty-Baines (Dix), and Michael Gogarty (Keli). She leaves behind 19 grandchildren and their 11 spouses, as well as 17 great-grandchildren, with 3 more expected this year.

It is fitting she chose to leave on a beautiful Sunday morning. The most difficult thing for Lois these past few years, during her health issues, was to not be able to attend Church and to teach, which she loved to do. We know that she is where she can continue to love, teach, and preach of Christ.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Southgate LDS 2^nd Ward Chapel, 1068 West Chandler Drive, St. George, Utah.
• Visitations will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary 288 West St. George Blvd. and on Friday, prior to services, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the chapel.
• Graveside Services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. at the Springville Evergreen Cemetery, Springville, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

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August 8, 1971 – February 15, 2016

George Ray Hammon, Jr. age 44, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2016 in St. George, Utah. He was born on August 8, 1971 in Hildale, Utah to George Ray Hammon, Sr. and Maureen Barlow George was raised in Colorado City, Arizona. He was anxious to experience life and left home at an early age. He lived in many places and learned different trades but mining was what he loved.

George met the mother of his future children in the early 1990’s. They had five children: Trycia, Cherylee, Rosalee, Troy and Angeleta. These children were the love of his life! George always bragged about his beautiful smart and talented children and how proud he was of them. They were his everything and all that he did was for them. George also had a tender place in his heart  for all of his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed taking the kids fishing, shooting, and hanging out with them. He loved to spend New Year’s Eve with them playing games and watching the fireworks. He was a “big kid” himself. George loved all of his family dearly.

He is survived by his parents, George Ray Hammon, Sr. and Maureen Barlow Hammon (Hildale, Utah); his children: Trycia Rohbock (St. George, Utah), Cherylee Hammon, Rosalee Hammon, Troy Ray Hammon and Angeleta Hammon (Canbeds, Arizona); and many brothers and sisters.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Jonathan M. Hammon, Yvonne D. Hammon, Joseph Barlow and Clea B. Barlow; brother, Maurice B. Hammon; and nephew, Myron R. Hammon.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at 1 p.m. in the Holm Sunday School Building, Hildale, Utah.
• A public visitation will be held Friday, Feb. 19, 2016 from 6-8 p.m. and also Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., prior to services, both held at the Holm Sunday School Building.
• Interment will take place in the Hammon Family Cemetery, Colorado City, Arizona.

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George, Utah.

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August 23, 1971 – February 17, 2016

After a heroic and determined battle with leukemia, Jeremy James Green, 44, passed away February 17, 2016.  He was born in Ogden, Utah, to Rodney L. and Kathleen H. Green on August 23, 1971.

After spending his growing-up years in Layton, Utah, and graduating from Layton High School, Jeremy married his love and companion, Bobette Schneiter, on May 22, 1992, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. This was definitely a match made in heaven and they had three wonderful children.

After continued education, Jeremy and family lived in Roy, Utah, for a time and then moved to his beloved Hurricane, where he eventually established his own successful business, Ridgeline HVAC.  He was able to share his working knowledge with others by teaching briefly at Dixie College. 

Jeremy was happy for the many opportunities his town afforded him for the outdoor activities that he loved so much.  Through these activities and in other areas he taught and touched the lives of many young men. 

He loved scouting and spent many hours camping and sharing his skills.  He loved hunting and shared many fun excursions with his sons, friends and family. 

He was involved in his community and always loved participating in local events.  He made many life-long friends and helped many through his service.

Jeremy is a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He never waived from his testimony and love of his God and inspired many with his example.  He will be missed and remembered by countless.

Jeremy is survived by his devoted wife, Bobette; three children, Jessica, Cameron and Wesley; his mother and father; siblings, Jason Green, Jay (Melissa) Green and Jilynn (Jason) Parkhurst. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.  He is preceded in death by a brother, Joel Green.

Funeral Services

• Monday, February 22, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at the Heritage LDS Chapel, 1178 South 700 West, Hurricane, Utah.
• Visitations will be held Sunday evening from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Metcalf Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 140 N. Main Street and on Monday, prior to services, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Chapel.
• Interment will be in the Hurricane City Cemetery.

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April 10, 1926 – February 20, 2016

Colleen Jones, 89, passed away February 20, 2016 in St. George, Utah.  She was born April 10, 1926 to James Qutin Hunter and Frances Fraseer in Grantsville, Utah. She met her sweetheart Roy Jones at the Alta Ski Resort.  They were married on December 10, 1965.

Colleen enjoyed running and participated in over 60 races; including 5 milers, 10k’s, half marathons and one full marathon.  She received many trophies.

Colleen and Roy enjoyed many wonderful vacations across the globe, which included riding an elephant in India and going on cruises on the rivers in the United States.

As an active member of the LDS church, she served in the Primary, Sunday School and Relief Society.  She attended the temple frequently.

Colleen spent the last six years at the Beehive home, where she was adored by everyone.  A special thanks to Horizon Hospice and everyone at the Beehive Home.

She is survived by her husband, Roy Jones of St. George, Utah.

Funeral Services

• Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at the St. George City Cemetery.

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

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December 21, 1929 – February 20, 2016

Josephine Phyllis Brooks Barthlome, 86, passed away of natural causes at her home in St. George, Utah on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Phyllis was born on December 21, 1929 in St. George, Utah to Edward Parry and Jane Burgess Brooks the third of three children, Ora Call (Edgar), Eugene Parry Brooks (Noreene) and Phyllis.

She spent her youth in her beloved red hills in St. George. On May 29, 1949, she married David Keith Barthlome, from Thatcher, Idaho, and they moved back to Idaho to make their home on the family ranch. Their marriage was solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple.

Eight children were born to this union; David Brooks Barthlome (Gail), Shauna Lee Peterson (Claude), LuAnn Grover, Toni Jane Andersen (David), Chris Keith Barthlome, Pauline Kunz, Ora Maree Eisenbarth (Gregory) and Penny Orton (Michael). She was blessed with 26 grandchildren and 59 great grandchildren.

Phyllis and Keith owned “Keith’s Department Store” in Soda Springs. Phyllis managed the store for many years, selling the store in 1997. Phyllis loved the gospel and served in many church callings. She lived a full active life, and the highlight of her life was her family. She was considerate of all people she met. She was so warm and welcoming to all friends and acquaintances. She had class.

After more than 50 cold winters on the ranch in Thatcher, Idaho, she moved back to her red hills of Utah’s Dixie. She spent her last years entertaining family from the North and spending numerous hours with her sister-in-law Noreene Brooks and her niece, Kieron. The three were inseparable. They shopped, played bingo and traveled together to Idaho for family reunions, and sisters’ weekends. They shared many pleasant dinners together, each taking turns preparing the meal. Phyllis loved and appreciated them. Her children can’t thank them enough for the joy they brought into her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband in 1998; her parents; her brother; son, Chris; son-in-law, Randy Kunz; grandson, Jarred Orr; and great grandson, JJ Boudrero.

Funeral Services

• A viewing will be held Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Thatcher LDS Church in Niter, Idaho.
• The family will receive visitors on Friday February 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
• Services will begin at 12:00 Noon all at the Thatcher LDS Church in Niter, Idaho.

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March 20, 1927 — February 19, 2o16

Glen Lester Bolinder, 88, of St. George, Utah, passed away peacefully at home, Feb. 19, 2016, after a long illness.

Glen was born March 20, 1927, in Grantsville, Utah, to Lester A. and Hazel Dollie (Bates) Bolinder.

He attended schools in Grantsville, Utah. At the age of 17, Glen joined the Navy, with his parents’ permission, to be part of the WWII war effort. He was honorably discharged after the war in 1946.

Glen worked at Tooele Army Depot and several construction companies before starting his own business, Glen’s Excavating and Grading in 1962.

In addition, he was a member of the Grantsville Volunteer Fire Dept., ran the family farm and raised cattle. Glen enjoyed hunting with friends and family, was fascinated with flying and had a pilot’s license for a number of years. He also loved traveling with friends, fishing and spending time at the cabin in Scofield.

Glen was well known for his sense of humor, always telling jokes and sharing his life experiences.

He is survived by his four children; Bruce (Carolya), Cheryl (Sherrie), Garry (Stacey) and Bill; fifteen grandchildren, and many great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by parents, one brother, Stan, and three sisters, Grace, Florence and Ruth.

A special thank you for his caregivers, Nicholas, Randy, Connie, and son Bill, as well as Horizon Hospice Specialists.

Funeral Services

• The funeral service will be held at the Grantsville Deseret Peak Ward, 550 E. Durfee St. on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016, at 1 p.m., preceded by a viewing from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• There also will be a visitation in St George the following day, Thursday, Feb. 25th, between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S Bluff St.  
• Burial to follow at Central City Cemetery in Washington County.

In lieu of flowers, donate to the charity of your choice.

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

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October 20, 1936 — February 2016

Faun Veree Rose, 79, passed away quickly from complications of a massive stroke.  Her passing was a shock and loss for all who loved her.

Faun was born October 20, 1936 in Monroe, Utah, to Charles Edward Braney and Catherine Mittie Lloyd.

She was married to Don Lindsey Gammon in Evanston, Wyoming on November 3, 1956, who later passed away in January, 1979.  She married Roland Hansen on December 29, 1984, who later passed away in May, 2003.  She later met Jerry Rose and married him on November 12, 2003 in the Saint George LDS Temple.  He passed away on April 9, 2014.

She was raised in Monroe, Utah, with three siblings: a brother, Richard; and two sisters, Doris and Rae. 

Faun and Don raised their four children in Provo, Utah.  She was a loving mother who was spunky and feisty and always loved to socialize.  She was an active member of the LDS Church and served in many callings and she was loved by many.

Faun is survived by her daughters: Jean Handley of St. George, Deon (David) Wilson of St. George and Lisa Jacobs of Arkansas; son, Jay Gammon of Elk Ridge, Utah; four granddaughters; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services

• Friday, February 26, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in the Provo City Cemetery.
• A visitation will be Thursday evening, February 25, 2016, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd. St. George, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit  www.metcalfmortuary.com.

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June 20, 1918 — February 20, 2016

Professor George Richards Cannon, 97, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2016.  He was born on June 20, 1918 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Hugh J. and Sarah Richards Cannon and was named after his two prominent grandfathers, George Q. Cannon and George F. Richards.

He married Lois Eriksson in 1941 and they were blessed with eight children, losing a daughter, Ann, in infancy.  Lois passed away in 2004 and George married her younger sister, Mary Eriksson, in 2009. Mary passed away on December 11, 2015.

He was a lifelong faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  George lived in Switzerland with his family from 1925 to 1928 while his dad was President of the Swiss-German Mission.

He did most of his undergraduate studies at Caltech and pursued advanced degrees at UCLA.  During the first part of World War II, he served in the U.S. Merchant Marine and was barely out of Pearl Harbor when it was attacked.

He served as chairman of several high-tech corporations and retired from California State University, Northridge with the rank of Professor Emeritus.  His life was filled with numerous unusually interesting experiences and acquaintances with many notable personalities in the Church and in the technical fields in which he worked.

He is survived by seven of his children and their spouses:  George, Hugh (Bonnie), Erik (Camille), Bob (Cheri), Chris (Tina), Laurel (Lynn Rogers), and Don (Lori).  He is survived by a brother, Max, but was preceded in death by brothers, Donald and Dean, and by a sister, Alice.  At the time of his death, George had 35 grandchildren and 73 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services

• Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in the Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.
• A visitation will be held Saturday, from 12:00-1:30 at Metcalf Mortuary.
• Interment will be in the St. George Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, (435)673-4221.  For condolences, please visit http://www.metcalfmortuary.com.

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November 4, 1978 – May 10, 1958

Devra Webb Gamber, 57, of St. George Utah, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016. She was born May 10, 1958 in St. George to Richard “Dick” Duel Webb and Devora Stewart. She married Jim Albert Gamber Nov 4, 1978 in Melburn, Utah.

Devra is survived by her husband, Jim Gamber; Daughters Reyannon (husband Trevor) Brooksby and Sara-Sue (husband Matthew) Gresser; Grandchildren Bailey and Lorum Brooksby and Jessie and Jaymes Lee Gresser. She is proceeded in death by her father Richard “Dick” Duel Webb and granddaughter Tucker Dee Brooksby.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at 11 a.m.‎ in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, St. George, Utah.
• Interment will take place in the Tonaquint Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Missionary Fund for Snow Canyon 6th Ward at 1610 N Dixie Downs Rd, St George in appreciation of their unwavering support.

The family would like to acknowledge Dr. Joseph Te, Dr. Howard Chamberlain, Devra’s coworker’s and caregivers at Dixie Regional Medical Center and the special Nurses and Aides in the Hospice program for their continual care and support of their loved one.

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

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Robert Frederick Cook, 84, passed away on February 21, 2016.

Funeral Services

• Friday, February 26, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at the Camp Williams Veteran’s Cemetery, Bluffdale, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

Please visitwww.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

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June 28, 1940 — February 22, 2016

Ludell (Lou) Nay, 75, of New Harmony, UT passed away peacefully on February 22nd, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on June 28, 1940 in Richfield, Utah to Ralph Edwin Nay and Agatha Applegate Nay. He spent his early years in Marysvale, Frisco and Herriman with his parents and younger sister, Marta, as Ralph worked in hard rock mining. Lou attended school through the sixth grade in Marysvale, enjoying playing with his cousin Don Johnson, and other friends from their neighborhood in the surrounding hills of Bullion Canyon where the acquired his early interest in geology.

Lou moved with his Mother and sister to her hometown of Circleville after his Dad, diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, had to move to Arizona for his health.  Lou continued his schooling in Circleville where he met two boys in his grade; Lou, Lindon Romine, and Dee Whittaker, and the three became life-long friends.  As they grew, the three shared many adventures together in school, work and play.

While attending Piute High School, Lou excelled in music.  He was a member of the band and chorus and had leading roles in musicals.  He had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed preforming.  This was a talent that brought great joy to him and to those who heard him throughout his life.

After graduating from Piute High School in Circleville in 1958 the three went in different directions.  Lou passed up a good scholarship to University of Utah to join the Navy to obtain education in electronics.  Following basic training he was sent to Virginia Beach in Virginia where he was transferred to the new field of computers; so new, that no rankings had been established for those seamen.  In time and with many hours of classes and much advancement in their training, Lou was given the rank of Chief Petty Officer – at the time he was the youngest Chief Petty Officer in the Navy.

During his training he was sent to the Great Lakes Training Center and while there he met Caryl Driesch and they were married June 12, 1965.  They lived in Virginia Beach where Lou was stationed for the 10 years he was in the Navy.  

Following the Navy Lou and Caryl lived for a while in Salt Lake City where Lou took some classes at University of Utah.   During their time in Utah, their daughter Cynthia Lynn was born. Lou was hired by Digital Equipment Corporation (DCU) and sent to California for training while Caryl and Cyndie returned temporarily to Minneapolis.

After the training the Nay family moved to Massachusetts, the home of DCU where Lou worked in Middle Management. They lived in Framingham, where their son Richard James was born, and also Hudson, Upton and Wayland.  Later Caryl and Lou divorced and Caryl and the children returned to Minnesota while he stayed on working for DCU.

In 1980, Lou continuing his love of music, joined the Northborough Area Chorus under the Direction of Anthony Volpe.  It was there that he met Merrilyn (Merry) Glew who also sang in the tenor section.  Their friendship grew and they were married July 6th, 1985.  They lived in Shrewsbury where Lou was introduced to household pets which were very important to them both.  A big wonderful dog, German Shepherd/Golden Retriever aptly named “Trouble” quickly became his favorite.

Shortly after Lou’s retirement in 2001 they moved to his native Utah, driving across the States with 2 dogs and 2 cats to New Harmony where they rented while getting their house built. They both loved their views (not so fond of the wind).  They loved off road ATV riding, hiking and the beautiful scenery of their surrounding area.  They joined the church choir and Lou joined the local volunteer Fire Department where he enjoyed the camaraderie of the other firemen.  Their social life was built around those men and their wives.  The distance from other family members have made visits scarce, but very much appreciated.

Lou touched many lives in his lifetime with his quiet demeanor and musical abilities and will be greatly missed.

Funeral Service

• Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Kanarraville Ward Chapel (80 South Main, Kanarraville, Utah).  
• A viewing will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at the Church.
• Interment will be in the New Harmony Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.  

Online condolences can be made at www.sumortuary.com. Please share with us how he touched your lives.

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June 2, 1926 — February 24, 2016

Well done, thou good and faithful servant…

On the late spring day of June 2, 1926, amongst the towering red sandstone cliffs of Springdale, Utah, Clair was welcomed into the arms of parents Oren and Alberta Flanigan Ruesch.  Growing up in the town of Virgin, Utah, during the depths of the Great Depression, Clair grew in stature within the loving home of his mom, dad and brothers.  He spent many days as a young teen working the sawmill alongside his dad up in the Southern Utah mountains; these were some of the most cherished memories of his youth.

As a quiet 18-year-old young man, Clair dutifully answered the call of his country to leave his humble small-town home in Virgin for the muddy ringworm-invested foxholes and verdant, blood-saturated slopes of Okinawa, Japan, with the 96^th Infantry Division “Deadeyes”…a life-shaping experience he would remain forever hesitant to describe.

Shortly after returning home from the Pacific, Clair married Doris Spendlove…that energetic little gal in town that now seemed all grown-up.  Clair and Doris began their fairy tale life together on May 1 of 1947, and quickly began to grow their family.  Their marriage was solemnized in the St. George Temple, setting a lifelong pattern of devotion to their Savior and Creator as eternal companions.

With devout and never-ending commitment to his sweetheart Doris, and their five children, Clair provided a comfortable home and upbringing for his family, beginning in Virgin and LaVerkin, ultimately landing in the midst of the atomic hub-bub of 1955 Las Vegas.  Clair worked briefly at Nellis Air Force Base but soon settled into a lifelong career in Las Vegas’s surging laundry industry.  Clair and Doris eventually retired to their little dream home in Washington City, Utah, around 1995.  Clair was ever loyal and devoted to his wife, his children, his country, his Creator and his faith; loyalty and devotion were the very essence of Clair.

Clair was the last of eight Ruesch brothers to leave this earth…truly the end of an era.  Due to what some would call “old age,” on February 24, 2016, Clair honorably completed his eventful earthly mission…and was called home.  He is preceded in death by his parents Oren and Alberta Flanigan Ruesch, and his seven brothers Bertrand, Lyman, Jack, Jay, Oren Jr., Burdell and Garrett.  He is survived by his dear wife of nearly 69 years, Doris Spendlove Ruesch, and their five children Terry Lanier, Kathy Harris (Steve), Jackie Stocks (Bill), Gayla Ruesch and Reymond Clair Ruesch (Cheryl Ann), grandchildren Shaun, Julianna, Vanessa, Zachary, Jeremiah, Aaron, Hillary, Oren, Anna, Willie, Mary Ellen, Nikolas, Benjamin and Alexander Clair, and many great-grandchildren.

Clair touched the lives of so many during his time here.  He will always be remembered as the contemplative, quiet thinker, and the fierce defender of his family and faith.  His legacy of silent service to others endures in each and every life he touched…his gentle and thoughtful demeanor lives on through his posterity.

Clair had a lifelong passion for learning, exploring new ideas and discovering new mysteries through reading.  There is no doubt that he is, even now, busying himself exploring many vast new mysteries, and joyfully visiting with his brothers and friends.  Until we meet again, Clair.

The family of Clair would like to offer their sincere gratitude to the staff of Red Cliffs Health and Rehab.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will take place at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Washington Stake Center located at 486 E Mangum Rd on Friday, March 4, 2016, at 11:00 a.m.
• A viewing will be held the prior evening, Thursday, March 3, 2016, at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and one hour prior to services at the Stake Center.
• Interment will be at the Virgin Pioneer Memorial Cemetery around 1 p.m. on Friday, after which family and friends are invited to return to the Washington Stake Center for lunch.

Arrangements under the direction of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.  For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit www.metcalfmortuary.com

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