August 2, 1937 — July 24, 2016

Miriam Hafen Imlay, our dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on July 24, 2016, due to complications from the brutal Alzheimer’s disease.

Miriam was born August 2, 1937, in Santa Clara, Utah, to Clair and Glenna Tobler Hafen. She graduated from Dixie High School where she was a cheerleader and attended Dixie College. Miriam met the love of her life, Blaine Imlay, while working at the local Dairy Queen. They were married in the St. George LDS Temple and have been married for 60 years.

A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Miriam served faithfully in many stake and ward callings; she truly loved serving as Young Women and Relief Society president.  She was an athlete who dominated in fast-pitch softball. Miriam was one of the best pitchers in the league well into her 40s, instilling a love of sports to her children. She was an exceptional seamstress, decorator, yard keeper, and baker (homemade bread was one of her specialties). Most of all, Miriam was a loving daughter, mother and grandmother, devoting her time to those she loved.

Miriam was our angel wife and mother.  We will miss her every day until we are reunited again. We love you, Mom!

Miriam is survived by her husband, Blaine Imlay of St. George, Utah. Children: Stacie York (David) of Burley, Idaho; Julie Manuele (Marc) of St. George, Utah; Dave Imlay (Michelle) of Hurricane, Utah; Darren Imlay (Julie) of St. George, Utah; and Chad Imlay (Rose) of Manti, Utah:  Beloved brothers and sister: Doug Hafen (Laura), Kent Hafen (Diane), Sherman Hafen (Marry Louise), Arlyn Hafen (Jeanne) and Barbara Robinson (Thomas): 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Wendell.

Miriam’s family would like to give a special thanks to the remarkable staff of The Retreat at Sunbrook and Rocky Mountain Hospice for the kindness and respectful care they provided to Miriam and her family. The family is eternally grateful. 

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Friday, July 29, at 11 a.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah.
• Viewings will be at Spilsbury Mortuary on Thursday, July 28, from 5-7 p.m. and Friday, July 29, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., prior to services.
• Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.   

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May 4, 1979 — July 27, 2016

Sarah Diantha Reed Taylor, 37, passed away on Wednesday, July 27. She was born May 4, 1979, in Ventura, California, to William C. and Linda Gappmayer Reed. She married Dale Taylor on June 14, 2003, in St. George, Utah. 

Sarah lived in Oxnard, California, until 1991 when her family moved to Bakersfield, California. She graduated from Stockdale High School and was an LDS Seminary graduate. Sarah worked at a variety of jobs: deli counter, sandwich artist, medical assistant, paint mixer and pizza maker. The only career she ever wanted, though, was that of wife and mother. Sarah loved babies and old people. She was naturally compassionate and was a blessing in the lives of her elderly grandparents for whom she cared until their deaths in 2013 and 2014.

She was an excellent cook. She enjoyed replicating her favorite restaurant meals at home, often with superior results. She taught her boys to do their best at school, taking great pride in their hard work. Although recurring health problems kept her from being as active as she would have liked, she was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew her well. Sarah was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Her family meant everything to her – the family she came from, the family she created and the family who welcomed her with open arms when she married Sean.

Her passing has left a hole in our hearts that is filled with the bright hope of our Savior’s love.

She is survived by her husband, Sean Taylor, of St. George, Utah; her sons Ashton, Alva and Ezra; her parents, William and Linda Reed of Bakersfield, California; her brother Carl Reed of Bakersfield, California; her sister Eliza Clement of Wylie, Texas; her sister Emily White of San Antonio, Texas; her sister Clare Rossetto of Bakersfield, California, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Louis and Shirleen Gappmayer of St. George, Utah, and Hershall and Edith Reed of Amarillo, Texas.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m. in the Morningside LDS Chapel, 879 S. River Road, St. George, Utah.
• Viewings will be Monday, Aug. 1, from 6-8 p.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., and on Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel, prior to services.
• Interment will be in the Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.   

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Oct. 20, 1927 — July 31, 2016

Claron Wood Bradshaw ended his journey here on this earth July 31. His journey began Oct. 20, 1927, in Cedar City, Utah, with Sherwin and Maree Wood Bradshaw. Claron was the oldest of five children and spent his days filled with joy in the small town of Cedar City.

Claron attended school and graduated from BAC, now Southern Utah University, majoring in accounting. Soon after graduation, Claron met Verlynn Wallace, and they were later married on Dec. 26, 1950. Together they had three beautiful children: Mont, Jeff and Lyn Bradshaw-Ryan.

Claron, having started work at the age of 13 in the automobile industry, decided to continue this career path, moving to St. George and buying the Ford franchise. During Claron’s 35 years of doing business in St. George, he sold cars all over the Southwest and loved a good ‘haggling’ session. Claron was such a good car dealer that he was featured as salesman of the year on the cover of Time Magazine, but more importantly, Claron used his success to help others and to enhance his community.

Claron spent many days on Kolob hunting and fishing. He loved the outdoors and the serenity it brought him. Claron shared the love of the outdoors with many around him and opened his cabin on Kolob to many. Claron had many successes in his life, but he will tell you the best decision he ever made was that of being a member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He had a goal of ‘graduating from the program’ and did so with 55 years of continuous sobriety.

Claron experienced many obstacles in his life’s journey, one of which was the loss of his beloved wife, Verlynn, in February 1986. After this event, he met Claudia Van Buskirk, and on Aug. 5, 1986, they were married, which brought four more children into his world. Together Claron and Claudia had many adventures and continued to trudge the road of happy destinies. A majority of these adventures were to contribute to their communities and raise awareness of social justice, continued higher education and empower those who were finding their own voice. Claudia stayed tirelessly by his side until his last breath, dedicated to keeping him in the home to be surrounded by love.

Claron was preceded in death by his parents, Sherwin Bradshaw and Maree Wood-Bradshaw, and a wonderful stepmother, Ruby Bunderson; his sisters LuRae Garn and Mauran Webster; brother Paul Bradshaw; and sons Jeff Bradshaw and Damon Van Buskirk. Claron is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Claudia Bradshaw; daughters Lyn Bradshaw-Ryan, Taunya Van Buskirk-Bronson, Alicia DeMille and LaOr Bradshaw; sons Mont Bradshaw and Braden Van Buskirk; among this great lineage is 23 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren and 3 on the way; and a brother, Jerald Bradshaw.

There are numerous people who have extended love, support, compassion and fudge nickels to the Bradshaw Family, too many to name; however, our deep appreciation is extended to you. Additionally, the care from Zion’s Way Hospice for their support at this time, noting Michelle Smith, for her compassion and humor.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Friday, Aug. 5, at 2 p.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff, St. George, Utah.
• There will be a viewing Thursday, Aug. 4, from 5-7 p.m. and again Friday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. prior to services at the mortuary.
• Interment will take place in the St. George City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Claron’s name to the Doctor’s Volunteer Clinic in St. George, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.  

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Bill Whitaker passed away peacefully Saturday, July 30, at age 87 in St. George, Utah. He was born to Harold and Marie Whitaker in Toledo, Ohio. Bill grew up and developed a love for fishing on Lake Erie with his grandfather in the 1930s and 40s. After high school he attended the University of Toledo for a few years before joining the Army in 1950. After serving in the Army, he returned to the University of Toledo and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business.

After college he decided in 1955 to move to Los Angeles and pursue a career in banking. He eventually met his wife of 59 years, Ann Anderson. They were married in April of 1957, and in two years their daughter Susan and son John were born. In 1960, he moved the family to Ventura to pursue a career in real estate. In 1961, their daughter Debbie was born. In 1968, he moved the family to Bakersfield, working for the Department of Human Services. In 1994, he moved to St. George, Utah, to enjoy his retirement years.

Bill was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed researching genealogy. He loved fishing, playing Bridge, playing his piano, traveling and spending time with his family.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter Susan Whitaker Kitchen. He is survived by his wife, Ann; daughter Debbie; son John (and wife, Kim); son-in-law Bill Kitchen; grandchildren Brittany Whitaker Moody (and husband, Josh) and Thomas Whitaker; and great-granddaughter Emery Moody.

Bill was a loving husband and father and will be greatly missed by everyone.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.  

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Dec. 29, 1948 — July 30, 2016

On the evening of July 30, Ned passed away at his home in New Harmony, Utah. Ned was surrounded and comforted by the ones that he laughed with, lived for and loved at the time of his passing. He was born in the town of Cedar City in Iron County, Utah, on Dec. 29, 1948. He was the fourth child and second son to Arlon Cannon and Mamie (Grant) Huntsman.

After graduating from Cedar City High School, Ned spent time in the Coast Guard where he developed a deep love for his country. Upon completion of his service, he went on to receive his welding degree from Southern Utah State College and then used his skill at Rice Machine shop for over thirty years.

In 1983, Ned met the love of his life, Jana Grant. They married on Oct. 15, 1983, in the St George Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and spent 33 happy years together. He enjoyed working in his orchard, serving in the St. George Temple and being with his dogs. His real passion in life, however, was his family, where he devoted his life to providing and caring for them.

Ned was preceded in death by his parents, Cannon and Mamie Huntsman; his brother Dennis Huntsman; and sister Vicki Huntsman Lefevre. Survived by his wife, Jana; children Brian (Bobbie), Jason (Kristin), Heather (Rob) and Matthew (Samantha); 12 grandchildren; and sister Brenda Huntsman Clark.

The family wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the services of Intermountain Homecare and Hospice of Cedar City — especially the efforts of Bob Groeke and Becky Solomon.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held honoring Ned on Saturday, August 6, at 11 a.m. at the New Harmony Ward Chapel. 12 S. Main St., New Harmony, Utah.
• A viewing will be held prior to the service that Saturday from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Interment will be in the New Harmony Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Southern Utah Mortuary.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Southern Utah Mortuary online.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

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April 3, 1937 — July 31, 2016

Ora “Kaye” Peterson, 79, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2016. She was born April 3, 1937, in Preston, Idaho, to Willis and Ora Choules. She married Glenn Peterson on Feb. 19, 1959, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

Kaye’s greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Glenn; children, Brad (Linda) Peterson, North Salt Lake, Utah; Jordan (Angela) Peterson, Thomasville, N.C.; Julie (Justin) Sorenson, Idaho Falls, Idaho; Angie (Matt) Phillips of Canyon Lake, Calif.; Carolyn Cook Rittenhouse; sisters, Maridee (Craig) Earl, Sandy, Utah; Nancy (Mark) Romig, Evanston, Wyo.; and her 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Marlene Gifford and Joyce Tilley, and grandchild, Torey Johnson.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Friday, August 5, 2016, at the Washington Fields Stake Center, 1295 S. 3000 W., St. George, Utah.
• Friends may call between 9 a.m., for the viewing, with the funeral directly following at 11 a.m.
• Interment will take place in the Washington City Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Kind Hearts Senior Care, Dr. Carlos Mercado at Liberty Dialysis and his staff, Dr. Hunn and her staff, and all the doctors and staff at Dixie Regional Hospital.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.

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Dec. 1, 1931 — July 30, 2016

Lyn Prestwich completed his earthly journey July 30, 2016, at home, attended by his loving family. Born Dec. 1, 1931, in Delta, Utah, to Clarence and Abigail Steele Prestwich, Lyn was the ninth in a family of 12 children – six boys and six girls.

Growing up on a farm in Central Utah, he learned at a very early age how to work hard, to shoulder responsibility and to share. As a youth, Lyn loved sports. He played on all the high school varsity teams and also played football in college for BAC (now SUU).

Lyn had a friendly, outgoing personality. He enjoyed meeting new people, learning from those around him, associating with his many friends and serving others.

Lyn served in the U.S. Army, spending 18 months in Korea. Upon his discharge, he enrolled at Utah State University where he graduated with an MS in agricultural Economics as Valedictorian of the School of Agriculture. Professionally he was always involved in agriculture whether in sales, management or market development.

He loved our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. As a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, his many church callings included Bishop, Counselor in the District Presidency, High Councilor, seminary teacher, scoutmaster, service missionary at the Bishop’s storehouse, and a temple sealer at both the Atlanta and St. George Temples.

In 1956, Lyn married his sweetheart, Lila Lawrence, in the St. George Temple. They were blessed with two wonderful children, Mark Lynn and DeAnne. Lyn was a special husband and father who dearly loved his family. He was a fun “Papa” and greatly enjoyed his 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Nothing made him happier than a family reunion or gathering.

Lyn is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lila Lawrence; children, Mark (Susan) Prestwich of Marietta, Georgia, DeAnne (Joseph) Bradley of Cincinnati, Ohio; sister, Nelda Prestwich of Roy, Utah; brother, Leo (Una) Prestwich of Springville, Utah; grandchildren, Kathryn (Brandon) Weaver, David (Rachel) Bradley, James (Stephanie) Prestwich, Laura Bradley, Karalyn Prestwich, Matthew (Caryn) Bradley, Jaclyn Prestwich, Taryn (Brad) Dorius, Emilyn Prestwich, Brittyn Prestwich; and great-grandchildren, Avigail and Collin Weaver.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Calvin, Dale, Erwin, Clarence; and his sisters, Gwen McEvoy, Aza Fears, Lola Lamoreaux, Beth Terry, and Zolet Peterson.

The family wishes to thank Cedar 12th Ward for their years of loving service and support, as well as those who administered medical care and rehabilitation, and Alliance Hospice.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 6, at 11 a.m. at the Cedar LDS Rock Church, 75 E. Center Street, Cedar City, Utah.
• A viewing will be held on Friday, August 5, from 6-8 p.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary and on Saturday, August 6, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary.
• Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Southern Utah Mortuary.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Southern Utah Mortuary online.

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July 29, 1920 — July 29, 2016

Roane Chadwick “Chad” Noel, 96, passed away peacefully with family at his side on July 29, 2016. He was born on July 29, 1920, in Vernal, Utah, to Frank Leland Noel and Mary Eliza Roberts. He was married and sealed to his high school sweetheart, Lois Caldwell, in the Logan LDS Temple on July 29, 1943. He was reunited with his sweetheart on the 73^rdanniversary of their marriage.

Chad was born and raised on a farm in Vernal, Utah, as the youngest of 14 children. He served an LDS mission in the Western States Mission, and was an Army veteran of WWII serving both in Germany and Japan. Chad became a self-taught mechanical engineer learning welding, electronics, and hydraulics. He automated several small factories in southern California. His greatest accomplishment was marrying Lois and raising a forever family.

Chad was preceded in death by his sweetheart, Lois; his parents; and all 13 of his siblings.

He is survived by his three children: DeOnn (Ed) Alldredge, Chad (Michele) Noel and Blane (Laurie) Noel; 17 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Saturday, August 6, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Southgate LDS 3^rd Ward Chapel, 1068 W. Chandler Drive, St. George, Utah.
• A visitation will be held Saturday, prior to services, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Chapel.
• Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery.

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

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.   

The family expresses sincere appreciation to Applegate Hospice and Beehive Homes for their very kind and excellent care.

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— August 2, 2016

Gail Jay ‘Whitey’ Yergensen, age 81, jumping his final hurdle in life, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at 6:18 p.m. surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife, Alta, of 60 years, and his four children; Tamara (the late Jim Riches), Cynthia (Brad), Brad, (Michelle) and Victor; 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Whitey loved his family first and foremost and always worked hard to provide. He proudly served in the military.

He enjoyed golf, pine nut hunting, fishing, pheasant hunting, gardening and his dog Buddy.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services for Whitey will be held Saturday, August 6, 2016, at 9 a.m. at Pine View Mortuary, 566 N. Mall Drive, St. George, Utah.
• Interment will be held at the Tonaquint Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Pine View Mortuary, 435-986-4222.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Pine View Mortuary online.

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Dec. 10, 1982 — July 31, 2016

Raymond Chance Mangum left this mortal world at age 33 in Layton, Utah, on July 31, 2016. He passed away on his way to the hospital after suffering a severe heart attack. Raymond Mangum was born on Dec. 10, 1982, in Provo, Utah, the son of Mark Gene and Susan Hardy Mangum.

He graduated from Foot Hill High School in Henderson, Nevada, in 2001 and went on to serve a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Detroit, Michigan. He spent the last 10 years of his life working for Loomis, a loyal and dedicated hard worker.

Raymond has been remembered as an outdoors person who loved to go hiking, camping and rollerblading. He had a creative mind and also loved movies and sharing the latest random movie he had discovered. He would also pull out magic tricks or juggling balls at family reunions for the younger kids. He has been called a gentle giant or a giant teddy bear.

He was a loving person who almost never had anything bad to say about anyone and was quick to forgive. Raymond had a generous heart and was always quick to notice someone in need and quick to share the money he had in his wallet with people standing on the streets. He was never judgmental of anyone. He would always call and check up on family and loved to visit. He was adored by his family, especially his nieces.

Raymond is survived by his family: Parents, Mark and Susan; siblings, Matthew, Natalie (Knowlton), Melanie, Russell, Layla (Pyne), Melissa and Sarah; and his nieces, Alyssa, Kate, and Chloe; and his grandparents, Gene and Carma Mangum. Proceeded in death by his grandparents on his mother’s side, Chance and Marilyn Hardy.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, at noon at the LaVerkin West Chapel, 70 S. 300 West (Diagonal St.), LaVerkin, Utah.
• There will be a viewing one hour prior to services at the Chapel.
• Interment will take place at the LaVerkin Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.   

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May 22, 1933 — Aug. 3, 2016

Ivan Jarvis Larsen, beloved son, husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Aug. 3, in St. George, Utah.  

Ivan was born May 22, 1933, in Redmond, Utah, to Morving and Olga Andersen Larsen. Ivan graduated from North Sevier High School where he played baseball and spent many nights and weekends hunting and fishing . . . and getting to know Redmond’s local sheriff on a personal basis.

Soon after high school, Ivan joined the Air Force, where he was trained in aircraft maintenance. He had the opportunity to work on the F4s which were the same famous Thunderbirds.  

Ivan met the love of his life, Sherin Leavitt from Santa Clara, and they were married on April 29, 1961, in Santa Clara, Utah. They have been married and in love for 55 years where they have been best friends and companions.

During his early years in Redmond, Ivan was known for his blonde hair, blue eyes and his love for the outdoors. He would spend many hours fishing at Redmond Lake, Salina Creek, Johnsen’s Reservoir, Fish Lake, Koosharem Reservoir and anywhere else he could drop a line. Ivan also liked hunting and has many experiences in the mountains around his home town. He was often found up Cedar Mountain, Monroe Mountain, Gooseberry and anywhere in and around Molly’s Peak up Salina Canyon. Ivan was an exceptional hunter and often was found harvesting deer and elk . . . sometime even in season. Ivan also enjoyed skiing and driving around in his black and white ’59 Chevy Impala.

After Ivan married Sheri, they made their way up north to Salt Lake City, where Ivan worked for many years at Cudahy Bar S Foods and then Hill Air Force Base where he retired. Early in his married life, he was stationed in the Philippines, where he often sent trinkets home to his wife and three boys.

During their time in Salt Lake, Ivan raised his family in Rose Park but would often bring his boys down to Sevier County where he and his boys could walk the same trails and mountains that he walked as a child. He loved fishing with his three boys, and we were all very proud of his consistent “fourth place finish” on many of those trips. He often spent his time untangling lines, loading rifles, carrying shotguns and on at least one occasion, removing a worm-covered fish hook from his beloved wife’s lip.

He was always there for his family, whether it was in the outdoors, sports, school events, scouting or church activities. Ivan was loved by all who knew him as he befriended everyone he met.  

Later in life when age prohibited him from enjoying the outdoors, he loved following his favorite sports teams, which consisted of any team his grandchildren played on and the Utah Jazz. He enjoyed taking his day trips to Mesquite with Sheri where they developed long lasting friendships with many he come to know and love who knew Ivan by one name: “Geronimo.” He loved having visits from his children and grandchildren in St. George and enjoyed sitting at the kitchen table every morning catching up on everyone’s life while putting ketchup on every breakfast item both hot and cold.  He was truly a great son, husband, father and grandfather but most importantly a dear friend.

Ivan is survived by his wife, Sheri Larsen of St. George, Utah; his children: Michael Ivan Larsen of Cedar Hills, Utah (Cathy), Steve Darren Larsen of Henderson, Nevada (Nicole), and Kelly Greg Larsen of Alpine, Utah (Sarah); 11 grandchildren: Jessica, Lindsey, Kylee, Mitchell, Austin, Kolby (Kati), Tanner (Deni), Sterling Ivan and Rachel.  

Ivan is also survived by his sister Betty Dumas and sister-in-law Kathy Larsen. Ivan is preceded in death by his parents, Morving and Olga, and brothers Elwood (Stella), Don and Eva (who died at birth).   

Ivan is also survived by his dog Lucky and preceded in death by his trusted canine friend Chipper.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Monday, August 8, at 11 a.m.  at the Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah.  
• There will be a viewing Monday from 9-10:30 a.m., prior to the services at the Mortuary.  
• Interment will be in the Santa Clara City Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.  

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September 10, 1921 — August 4, 2016

On the beautiful day of August 5, 2016, after completing her mortal journey with highest honors, the humble, kind, loving, and sometimes feisty, Verna Bacon Sparks sang and danced her way into Heaven. Born on September 10, 1921, in Georgetown, Idaho to Frank Wilbur Bacon and Grace Smart Bacon, Verna graduated from Georgetown High School where she served as Student-body President and as a cheerleader.

During her earlier years, she learned the value of hard work by assisting her father in his grocery store. She met the love of her life, Lyman Slater Sparks, while working in the store. They were married in the Salt Lake City, Utah Temple on June 10, 1940. They eventually settled in Kaysville, Utah. Verna completed additional education at Weber State College, and completed Cosmetology School. She worked for many years at the Internal Revenue Service, Hill Air Force Base, Sperry Rand, and owned her own beauty shop. After retirement, she worked at Tots to Teens in Logan, Utah, and made sure that the money she earned was used to clothe her grandchildren.

Verna was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and loved the Savior with all of her heart. Her callings in the Church included serving as the Relief Society President of the Montpelier, Idaho 3rd Ward, and the Relief Society President of the Layton, Utah 7th Ward. She loved the people she served. And she served selflessly.

Verna loved trees, birds, music and was a wonderful singer and pianist. She also loved to read, and was rarely without a book. She loved searching the scriptures. Losing her eyesight was one of the most difficult trials in her life. Now she can see, hear, sing, and move without restriction; and is free from all of her pains and sorrows.

Verna had many spiritual gifts, although she would never have admitted it. She loved people, and was always there to listen to and support those around her. She loved her family, and was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin—-you name the relationship, and Verna was great at it.

Verna will be remembered in many ways. Her macaroni salad, potato salad, custard pudding, applesauce cookies, peach preserves, apricot nectar and soups were amazing. She always provided an ice-cold can of pop to every FedEx and UPS driver that delivered her packages. She knew the drivers’ beverage preferences and had the pop ready for them, which they appreciated.

She was the driving force behind family gatherings, and made sure there was always plenty of food. She had a wonderful sense of humor, and made everyone feel welcome and appreciated. And she always wanted her family and friends to feel that they were loved. She will truly be missed.

Verna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her siblings: Janice, Bernice, Lucille, Edith, Nina, Evelyn, and Dave. She is survived by her sons: L. Wynn (Ginny) Sparks, Randall (Ann) Sparks, Lund (Cyd) Sparks and Terrell (Julie) Sparks; as well as numerous grandchildren and extended family.

Special thanks to Leilani and staff at Beehive Assisted Living, and to Tracy, Bob, and Craig of Applegate Home Care and Hospice for their care of Verna in her later life. She loved them all.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, 288 W. St. George Boulevard, St. George, Utah.
• Viewings will be held on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and on Saturday, prior to services, from 9:30-10:45 a.m., both at the mortuary.
• Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery.

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

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

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July 18, 1930 — August 4, 2016

Velma “Jean” Beach Lewsader, 86, passed away on August 4, 2016, in St. George, Utah.  She was born July 18, 1930, in Harlingen, Texas

Funeral Services

• A private family service will be held at a later date.

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

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

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January 11, 1937 — August 7, 2016

Donna Maxine Copeland, 79, of Santa Clara, Utah, passed away on August 7, 2016, at her home. Donna was born in Aberdeen, Idaho on January 11, 1937, to Arthur Lewis and Dorothy Eugene Galloway Abercrombie. She married Carlisle Duane Copeland and they had three children: Teresa Copeland Gardella, Brent and Shayne Copeland.

Donna worked as a Deli Manager for over 40 years at Waldbaum in New York and at Lin’s in St. George. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held various callings through the years. Her talents were in decorating and cooking.

Donna loved having large family get-togethers and enjoyed cooking all their favorite dishes.

Donna is preceded in death by her husband, Duane; children Teresa Gardella and Shayne Copeland; and brothers, Maril and Gary Abercrombie.

She is survived by her son Brent Carlisle Copeland; grandchildren, Adam, Jason, Michelle, Seirra, Shelby, Gina, Liana and great-grandchildren, Ava, Leah, and Kylah.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, at 11 a.m. in the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff, St. George, Utah.
• There will be a viewing Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m. and also prior to services on Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the mortuary.
• Additional services will be held Saturday, August 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. with a viewing one hour prior to services at the Rose Davis Mortuary, 170 Idaho St., American Falls, Idaho.
• Interment will take place in the Aberdeen Cemetery, Aberdeen, Idaho.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.   

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February 25, 1976 —  August 4, 2016

Heidi Lynn Morey, age 40, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2016, in St. George, Utah. She was born on February 25, 1976, in Flint, Michigan to David Arthur and Patricia Gail Coffman Morey.

Heidi was raised in St. George and a graduate of Dixie High School class of 1994. She worked at Primary Children’s Hospital for 6 years in the emergency room.

Heidi was kind hearted and loved being the caregiver. She recently moved back to St. George to care for her parents.

Heidi was a loving mother and centered her life around her kids.

She is survived by her parents, David and Patricia Morey St. George, Utah; sons, Nicholas David Yates and McIan Yates both of Salt Lake City, Utah.

She is preceded in death by her sister, Heather Morey and grandparents, Raymond and Petty Morey and Ray and Agusta Honeycut.

Funeral Services

• Funeral services will be Friday, Aug. 12, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Spilsbury Mortuary Chapel, 110 S. Bluff St., St. George, Utah.
• A viewing will be Friday, Aug. 12, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services at the mortuary.
• Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery, St. George, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary, and funeral listings please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.   

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Jan. 25, 1950 — July 31, 2016

Daniel W. Morris “Lucky” age 66 left this earth abruptly on Sunday, July 31, after a short hospital stay in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Lucky was born Jan. 25, 1950, in Salem, Oregon, to Richard Lewis and Ione Ruth Zavodsky Morris. He moved to attend Catholic high school in Eugene, Oregon, in 1968. Lucky joined the U.S. Navy and proudly served for four years as a submarine sailor working as a diesel engine mechanic. After his services with the U.S. Navy, he returned to Oregon in 1972, where he pursued favorite interests, which included river rafting, fishing, motorcycles, classic cars, horses and the rodeo.

Lucky married in the early ’80s and became a proud father of three daughters. He moved his family to St. George, Utah, in 1996 and worked as an auto and heavy truck serviceman, and the last six years worked as an A.S.E. certified technician for Wal-Mart’s transportation fleet.

Lucky married Cathy L. Isom in October 2002, whom he considered his best friend.

He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and a caring and generous friend to all.

His grandchildren knew him best in his cowboy hat and boots and referred to him as a “real life cowboy.” His friends would describe him as the man with a fishing pole in one hand and a wrench in the other.

Lucky is survived by his wife, Cathy; daughters: Tawndi (Joseph) Barrett, Bernadette (Matt) Murray, Dani (Chastien) Manumaleuna, Christine (Keith) Boozel and Shana (Chris) Eagan; 14 grandchildren; and one great grandchild.

Funeral services

• A celebration of life will take place Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016, at 1 p.m. at the Millcreek Cottages 1040 N. 1300 West, St. George, Utah.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Pine View Mortuary, 435-986-4222.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Pine View Mortuary online.

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Nov. 20, 1934—Aug. 3, 2016

Our cheerful and loving mother completed her earthly journey on Aug. 3. Mom was born on Nov. 20, 1934, in Logan, Utah, to Delbert and Esther Saltern. She was the oldest of 12 children.

While growing up in Logan, she enjoyed ice skating, roller skating, dancing and also swimming in Bear Lake. While working for photographer Max Brunson, she met his nephew Rollo H. Brunson, and they were married in the Logan, Utah, temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After many years of marriage and raising four children, they later divorced.

Mom supported Dad as he pursued his degree in forestry and secured his commission in the U.S. Air Force. After graduation from Utah State University, Dad served our country as an Air Force pilot, in which Mom willingly moved to various assignments in the U.S. and Japan.

Following Air Force service, Dad then pursued a career as a forest ranger with the U.S. Forest Service, which Mom, again, willingly supported and moved many times to a multitude of assignments. Our family shared many fond memories spending summers at the ranger station near Swan Valley, Idaho, and other times in the mountains of Southern Utah. Dad’s final Forest Service assignment placed our family in Cedar City, where Mom continued to be a devoted homemaker and mother, always supporting her children in their various activities.

Mom was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served faithfully in several callings, including Ward Primary President. We also have many special recollections as she served in the Paiute Indian Branch.

She later married Scot Wilkin, who was a good companion to her for many years. They later divorced.

We will always remember Mom for her enthusiastic and positive attitude in dealing with life’s challenges. She had a fun loving sense of humor, which gave her the ability to make many laugh and smile. She always looked for the good in others and worked hard to make them feel special and important.

Mom was a wonderful homemaker who took great pride in keeping her home clean and beautiful. She always made holidays and birthdays special for each of us. She was a classy lady who took good care of herself and her children. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who gave us a foundation of faith and love. We will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, Steven and Bruce. She is survived by her children: Jackie (Bryan) Larsen – Logan, Utah; Tammy (Doug) Twitchell – Cedar City, Utah; Henry (Michele) Brunson – Cedar City, Utah; and Valerie (Cole) Orton – Cedar City, Utah. Mom was a loving grandmother to 17 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Our family would like to thank Spring Gardens, Bella Terra and Rocky Mountain Hospice in St. George, as well as her sweet sister Jolynn for their tender and loving care of our mother.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Allen-Hall Mortuary in Logan, Utah.
• A viewing will be held prior to the services from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Graveside services will be held at the Paradise Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Allen-Hall Mortuary.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Allen-Hall Mortuary online. 

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December 1939 — August 7, 2016

David J. Blackett, 76, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 7. He was born in December of 1939 in Salt Lake City. He was married to Patricia Vail-Blackett.

David served for seven years in the Navy. He was an entrepreneur and an accomplished, enthusiastic, very successful businessman. David was especially proud of founding All Makes Body Parts, and he had stores in seven states. He loved to travel, work and drive. His favorite place was the family home in Springdale, but he was so restless that he had to get on the road quite often. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tease.

David was so generous, loving, strong and disciplined. He loved his children very much – he always had good intentions and had what was best for everyone in his mind. He left a legacy of love for so many lives that he touched. He will be missed more than words can describe. He was a fighter to the very end, as reflected in the words of the poet Dylan Thomas:

Do not go gentle into that good night,

Old age should burn and rave at close of day;

Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

David is survived by his wife, Patricia; children David (Denise), Charlotte, Darren, Brandon and Krispen; grandchildren Katherine, Sam, Gabriel, Zachary and Jeremy; brother-in-law, Jimmy; sister-in-law, Yolande; beloved nephew, Avery; and his brother Jim in Idaho.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be held in the future at the discretion of the family.

We would especially like to thank Dr. Carol Osborn, the best doctor on the planet; Lindy Cox; the staff from Zions Way Hospice – especially DeAnn and Kameron; as well as Katrina Big Leggins and Maria Anderson, who tenderly cared for David at home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.

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Sept. 20, 1923 – Aug. 9, 2016

Doris Mae Bradford Henion passed away quietly in her sleep at the Brookdale Southgate Assisted Living Facility in St. George, Utah, on Tuesday, Aug. 9, with Penny, her beloved orange cat by her side. She was one month short of her 93rd birthday.

Born prematurely on Sept. 20, 1923, in San Pedro, California, the second of three children of Elgie James and Verda Carol Godwin Bradford, Doris started life weighing only 1.5 lbs. with little hope she would survive. But with the tender care of her mother who used a shoebox and a warm kitchen oven as an incubator, Doris grew to be a strong, healthy child.

She attended school in San Pedro, California, and later in Portland, Oregon, where, after graduation from high school she took a job at the Swan Island shipyards during World War II. She had a beautiful singing voice, and at age 18, she competed for – and won – the title of “Sweetheart of Swan Island.” Although her father nixed the idea of his daughter pursuing a career in show business, she continued throughout her lifetime to sing whenever the opportunity presented itself. 

At age 19, she met a handsome soldier on a bus ride home from work, and three months later on June 26, 1943, she married U. S. Army Sergeant Dexter LeRoy Henion from Randle, Washington. He passed away on June 17, 2008, just 10 days shy of what would have been of their 65th wedding anniversary.  

Doris was employed for much of her life. A year after the war ended and Dex came home from the Pacific theater to his 18-month-old daughter, Linda Carol, his young bride gave birth to a son, Laurence David Henion.

When Larry started school, our mother took a job as a bank teller, where for many years she maintained an almost legendary, perfect daily record for balancing her cash drawer – then she became interested in the new industry of home party sales. For nearly a decade, she was a top salesperson for Coppercraft and later for Beeline Clothing where she won nearly every award both companies gave to their top salespeople. She also earned an impressive income for a woman in the decade of the late-1950s and early-1960s.

Doris was also an amazing seamstress and tailor, beginning at a very young age to make her own clothes, and later sewing for her husband and children. During more than 20 years when she and Dex square danced several times a week and on numerous cruises with their friends, she designed beautiful matching outfits for herself and her dance partner. She also created square dance outfits for many other dancers, earning high praise for her workmanship, as well as filling her legendary “shoe box under the bed” with cash. In addition to sewing and square dancing, she excelled for a number of years in ceramics, creating beautiful works of art for her own home and for friends and family members.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Linda Henion (Ed) Sappington of St. George, Utah; her son, Laurence Henion of Seattle, Washington; six grandchildren: Kelly Sappington Yocum (Gary) of Clinton, Utah, Stacy Sappington Welch (Rick) of St. George, Utah, David Sappington (Jan’L) of Henderson, Colorado, Kris Sappington of Sonoma, California, Michael Sappington of Pleasant Grove, Utah, and Kaytee Sappington Postma (Josh) of Anaconda, MT; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandsons; four nieces: Judy Rickards (Bob) McAlpine of Dallas, Oregon, Janee Rickards (Gordon) Ryan of Powell Butte, Oregon, and Jamie Bradford Gremett and Julie Bradford, both of Kelso, Washington.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dexter Henion; parents, EJ and Verda Bradford; her only sister, Mildred Jean (Mickie) Parker; and her only brother, William Keith Bradford.

The family wishes to express a sincere thank you to those wonderfully patient caregivers who watched over her for the last 1 ½ years of her life at Brookdale Southgate Assisted Living Center in St. George, Utah; her square dance friends who she considered her best friends ever; and to Dave and Janene Bills, her bishop and visiting teacher, from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Corona, California, who regularly reached out to help her after Dad passed in 2008.

Funeral services

• Interment is alongside our father at the National Cemetery in Riverside, California.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-635-2212.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Spilsbury Mortuary online.

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Aug. 18, 1962 — Aug. 8, 2016

Marianna “Cathyleen” Hurlbert Bowen, age 53, passed away Aug. 8, in Provo, Utah. She was born Aug. 18, 1962, to Jerry Wayne Hurlbert and Earlene Wilma Reynolds in Henderson, Nevada.

Cathy: Is on the coast by the sea and asks “what shall I be?” She could drive a dump truck and a backhoe too. She could make good pie crust and venison stew. She mined for gold in the Nevada hills, dreaming of riches and paying her bills (poem by her sister Karen Berry).

Cathy owned Last Chance Saloon in Modena for many years and loved horses and all critters too. The love of her life was her son Matthew.

She is survived by her son; her little sister, Kimi (Mark) Jenson of Modena, Utah; her middle sister, Karen Berry of Modena, Utah; niece Sissy Jenson; and nephew McCray “Mackadoo” Jenson.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Earlene Wilma Hurlbert; brother Joseph Hurlbert; and her brother-in-law John Berry.

We love our Coffee, love Ker.

Friends are welcome to come by the house to share condolences.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Southern Utah Mortuary.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings, please visit Southern Utah Mortuary online.

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