This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Coltrin, Hayes, Van Noy Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2170/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 10/18/07 PRESTON - Betty Jean Hayes Coltrin, 84, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in Preston, Idaho. She was born Aug. 3, 1923, in Eureka, Utah, the third child of Parkin Kennan and Nettie Van Noy Hayes. She was raised and educated in Richmond, Utah. She married her sweetheart, John Wesley Coltrin in a double ceremony on Aug. 18, 1939, in Moore, Idaho, with their best friends, Vic and Elaine Dunkley. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan, Utah, Temple on March 7, 1947. They lived and worked in Idaho, California, and Utah, and in later years wintered in Mesa, Arizona. They traveled extensively. After the death of her companion, she served several family history missions to England-London South, Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the Family History Library and the Joseph Smith Building in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and had faithfully served in the extraction and family history library. She was a Relief Society secretary, Sunday school teacher, organist and a visiting teacher for over 55 years, all of which she thoroughly enjoyed. She was also very active in community service, having served in several PTA capacities. She is survived by her daughters, Bette Dawn (Richard) Hogebaum of Taylorsville, Utah, Carren Iseri of Ontario, Oregon, Janet (Craig) Haslam of Preston, Deborah (Steven) Wilcox of Pocatello, Idaho; her son, Ronald (Vicki) Coltrin of Logan, Utah; a son-in-law, Don Patton of Preston; her sister, LaVon Peterson; brother, John (Donna) Hayes; sisters-in-law, Enid Coltrin, Marie Ray, and Shirley Hayes. She leaves behind a legacy of 25 grandchildren, 40 greatgrandchildren and three greatgreat-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, her daughter, Janice Lee Patton, her parents, and two brothers, Charles Ray and Parkin Kennan Hayes, Jr. Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2007, at the Preston South Stake Center, 55 E. First S., Preston. Friends may call Friday, Oct. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida, Preston, and Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the stake center. Interment will be in the Franklin Cemetery. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Fullmer, Dowdle, Bell Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2169/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 10/18/07 Lavern Dowdle Fullmer died Oct. 14, 2007 at home in West Valley City, Utah.She was born Aug.14, 1917 in Preston, Id. to Robert Hazen Dowdle and Lydia Bell Chapman. She married Mack V. Fullmer in the Salt Lake Temple on February 21, 1939. She was a great homemaker, gardener, cook, seamstress and ice cream maker. She was a shipyard welder during World War II. With Mack she served two missions for the LDS Church to Virginia and Guatemala. She is survived by eight children: Deoine (Paul) Gunderson, Gay Nell (Marvin) Poulton, Stephen (Faye), Richard (Rinda), Terry (Dee), Anne (David) Sebra, Paul, David (Lorene), 54 grandchildren, 68 great-grand children and three brothers Harold, Wayne and Robert Dowdle. Her husband, baby son, Mack R and granddaughter Mary Gunderson Moss preceded her in death. Three sisters and her parents have also passed away. Her sisters were Donna Young, Edna Samuelson and Gladys Shields. Viewing 7-9 p.m. Oct 18 at 6500 S Redwood Rd. Services will be held Oct! 19 at 2 p.m. at 3665 S. 6000 W., WVC, with a viewing one hour prior. Interment, Annis, Id 11 a.m. Oct. 20 with a memorial service at the Menan, ID chapel at 12:00 p.m.. Published in the Deseret News on 10/18/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Coltrin, Hayes, Van Noy Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2168/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 10/18/07 PRESTON- Betty Jean Hayes Coltrin, 84, passed away on Wed., Oct. 17, 2007, in Preston, Idaho. She was born Aug. 3, 1923, in Eureka, Utah, the third child of Parkin Kennan and Nettie Van Noy Hayes. She married her sweetheart, John Wesley Coltrin on Aug. 18, 1939, in Moore, Idaho. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple on March 7, 1947. They lived and worked in Idaho, California, and Utah and in later years wintered in Mesa, Arizona. After the death of her companion, she served several family history missions to England London South, Wisconsin Milwaukee, the Family History Library and the Joseph Smith Building in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has faithfully served in the extraction and family history library. Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2007, at the Preston South Stake Center, 55 E. 1st S., Preston. Friends may call Fri. from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. On! eida, Preston, and Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the stake center. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Hartshorn, Henderson, Kershaw Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2167/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 12/14/07 BOISE, Idaho - S. Newton "Newt" Hartshorn, passed away on Oct. 10, 2007, at the Idaho State Veterans' Hospital in Boise, Idaho. He was born of noble parents Arthur W. and Vady (Vadie) Henderson Hartshorn, on June 17, 1920, in Preston, Idaho. He married Eva Lorraine Kershaw on Valentine's Day. They had four children together. Newt moved to Logan, Utah at the age of eight where he attended Benson Elementary School. He was outstanding on the swim team at Logan Junior High. He was featured in the Herald Journal Sports page for his excellent swan dive. As a sophomore in the Logan Grizzly competition, he won the flag pole climbing to the top and beat the junior and senior class in that event. For the lowly sophomore class he was competitive! Newt proudly served his country during W.W.II in the Navy where he served at the Treasure Island base in the medical corps. He always loved the outdoors, horses, and rural life and never lost his love for Preston, his Hart and Nash relatives. In 1938 he graduated from Preston High School. He loved swimming, skating, and especially football. He played center, delighting that they beat Logan High. His sisters at Logan were not as jubilant as Newt was for the Preston win. They were happy because he played energetically and with competitive excitement. Newt was president of the Art Club and was very talented in drawing murals. He enjoyed rodeos and loved to show off on a bucking horse. Newt is loved by his large Hart family. He is survived by his children, Jill Hart Smith, Josie (Mike) Anderson, Jeni Le Summers; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; family members Adina (100 years old) Evadyna, Rhea, Arlette, Jed, Elna, Ada Kae, Bret, and Jocelyn. There will be rejoicing beyond the veil by others who enjoyed his antics and free spirit. He was preceded in death by his parents; his dear Aunt Ada; and others, Dutch, Halo, Mark, Reed, Sabina, Joel, Newell, Wendell, Neal, Hermoine, and Micky Hart who died at the age of 101 in April of 2007. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, at 1p.m. in the Preston South Stake Center with Bishop Alan Holt conducting. Friends may call Wednesday from 12-12:45 p.m. at the church prior the services. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Webb Funeral Home in Preston, Idaho. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/13/2007 - 10/20/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Rogers, Lamont, Pearson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2166/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 10/13/07 PRESTON, Idaho - Mary Ann Lamont Rogers, 78, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, at the Logan Regional Hospital in Logan. She was born Nov. 21, 1928, in Brigham City, Utah, to Robert and Annie Pearson Lamont. She married Lavern L. Rogers on Nov. 6, 1970, in Salt Lake City. They were later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple on Sept. 6, 1983. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a primary teacher for many years and a Cub Scout leader. She belonged to the Ladies Auxiliary for the VFW. She always enjoyed gardening and the house was always full of flowers. She loved cats and after her children were gone, they became her children until she wasn't able to take care of them any longer. She is survived by her husband, Vern of Preston; her children, Barbara Sherrod of Roy, Utah, and Donna (Roger) Gray of West Haven, Utah; step-children, Lavern (Becky) Rogers of Fairview, Idaho, Vernette (Edward) Sidwell of Preston, Idaho, and George Rogers; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; a brother, Leer Lamont of Ogden, Utah; and a sister, Helen Gleed of Malad, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Robert Cox; a grandson, Jonathon Sidwell; a step-son, Timmy Rogers; two sisters, Elizabeth Dale and Jean Bommer; and a brother, Robert Lamont Jr. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007, in the Preston 10th Ward chapel, 155 N. 200 West in Preston with Bishop Mike Andrus conducting. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida in Preston, and from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Mary Ann asked that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/11/2007 - 10/19/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Schuert, Coltrin, Rankin Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2165/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 10/12/07 BERKELEY, Calif. - Evelyn Norman Coltrin Schuert, 92, passed away at the home of her niece, Phyllis Nye, in Salt Lake City from causes incident to age. She was born May 15, 1915, in Galesburg, Ill., to Ida Rankin and Charles H. Coltrin. After her father died she was raised in Pocatello, Idaho. She spent most of her adult life in the San Francisco Bay area as a ballerina with the San Francisco Opera Ballet. She later worked for the University of California and taught ballet in Berkeley. She married Edward Schuert in 1951 and they were later divorced. At the age of 83, she moved to Mesquite, Nev., to be with her niece, Phyllis. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct., 13, 2007, in the Franklin Idaho Cemetery. Friends may call from noon to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida in Preston, prior to the services at the cemetery. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/11/2007 - 10/19/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Checketts, Whittaker, Isa Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2164/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 10/12/07 GLADSTONE, Ore. - Joella Whittaker Checketts, 87, passed away Sept. 23, 2007, in Milwaukie, Ore.. Joella was born to Mary Catherine (Kitty) and Darmel Whittaker on June 11, 1917. Joella attended local schools in Dayton, Ohio, and graduated as Valedictorian of both the elementary school and Jeffersonville High School. She went on to graduate from Ohio State University with honors and received the bachelor of arts degree in education in 1937. While at The Ohio State University, she met and eventually married Samuel Isa in 1941. This marriage brought about the birth of a baby girl, Mary Hannah. Joella and Samuel taught in schools in Ohio, Colorado and California and eventually in Oregon where they remained for the remainder of their lives. Samuel passed away in 1955 from cancer. Joella met Wendell Checketts through a mutual friend. At the time, Wendell was living in Seattle and would drive to Portland each weekend to court this really wonderful lady. Joella went on to earn her master's degree in librarianship and then taught at the three high schools in North Clackamas School District, retiring in 1981. Joella and Wendell have had a wonderful life together. They loved traveling to Canada, Mexico and nearly every state in the USA. They spent part of Oregon's wet winters at Desert Hot Springs and the adjacent areas of Yuma, Mexico, and San Diego. Joella and Wendell have been active in two Winnebago Clubs, which they have thoroughly enjoyed. They both loved square dancing and were members of the Crazy 8 Square Dance Club. They also looked forward each year to visits with Joella's family in Ohio and Wendell's family in Idaho. Religion was also an important part of their lives in both the LDS and First Presbyterian churches. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Wendell Checketts; and her daughter, Mary Douglas of Burien, Wash. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in the Preston 1st/5th/8th Ward chapel, 213 S. 200 East in Preston, Idaho. Friends may call from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Webb Funeral Home in Preston, Idaho. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/11/2007 - 10/19/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Klippert, Larsen, Birch Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2163/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 10/11/07 POCATELLO, Idaho - Maurine Birch Larsen Klippert, 87, former Preston resident, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in Pocatello, Idaho. She was born November 17, 1919, in Mink Creek, Idaho to Mads Martinus and Anna Mathilda Birch Larsen. Maurine married Vern Klippert on August 9, 1946, in the Logan LDS Temple. Maurine always enjoyed cooking. Her homemade fudge was unequaled and her divinity rolls weren't far behind. She was very skilled in many types of handwork including sewing. Maurine was a beautician and stylist for many years. She was an active member of the LDS Church were she was a primary teacher for 25 years, secretary of the primary, counselor and secretary in the Relief Society. Maurine and Vern served a mission together and also served a stake mission. She is survived by her husband Vern, of Pocatello; her children Steven (Camille) Klippert of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Marlene (Rex) Petersen of Nibley, Utah, Vicky (Merrill) Turnbow of South Jordan, Utah, and Kayla Klippert of Pocatello; 16 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Wayne (Lois) Larsen of Emmett, Idaho and Jewell (Arlene) Larsen of Idaho Falls, Idaho; and one sister Bonnie (Jack) Zimmerman of Bakersfield, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers Galen and LaMonte. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, in the Preston 1st Ward Chapel, 213 S. 200 East, in Preston with Bishop Brent Dodge conducting. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday at the church. Interment will be in the Mink Creek Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Webb Funeral Home, in Preston. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/10/2007 - 10/18/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Sears, Murray, Winward Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2162/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Twin Falls Times-News, 10/10/07 Paul Sears, 72, of Wendell, entered his heavenly father's presence Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at St. Luke's Magic Valley Regional Medical Center in Twin Falls, following a short battle with Leukemia. Paul was born May 23, 1935, to Lester Parley and Mary (Murray) Sears at Preston, Idaho. He was the oldest of five children. He graduated from West Side High School in Dayton, Idaho, in 1953. He attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah, for a year before marrying Raelene Winward on Nov. 10, 1954, in the Logan Temple. Together they worked several jobs in the Cache Valley area while starting their family. They bought a farm in Clifton, Idaho, which they worked with their family until 1976, which they sold to buy a ranch in Bliss, Idaho. After selling the ranch in Bliss, Paul worked for the Idaho Transportation Department until he retired from full-time work in 2005. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in many different positions. Paul is survived by Raelene Sears of Wendell, his wife of 53 years; his mother, Mary Sears of Preston; three brothers, Clark (Norma Jeanne) Sears of Boise, Doyle (Wendy) Sears of Preston and Calvin (Cheryl) Sears of Inkom; one sister, Raedene (Gordon) McCombs of West Valley City, Utah; four daughters, Karen (Bill) Collins of Boise, Pauline (Rich) Montes of Caldwell, and Louise (Vince) Miller and Mary Ellizabeth (Deon) Fincher, both of Las Vegas, Nev.; five sons, Jeff, Steve (Hailey) and Brian (Merrilee) Sears, all of Wendell, Murray (Lisa) Sears of Clifton and Gordon (Myra) Sears of Washington, Utah; 28 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, as well as friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Parley Sears; one son, Reed William Sears; a daughter, Charlene Sears; and a daughter-in-law, Margo (Jeff) Sears. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the LDS Church in Wendell. A viewing for friends and family will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the Demaray Funeral Service, Wendell Chapel, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be in the Clifton Cemetery in Clifton, Idaho, at approximately 4 p.m. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to may donate to the Margo Sears Scholarship fund at the U.S. Bank in Wendell. . Published Wednesday, October 10, 2007 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Romney, Kennington, Humphreys Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2161/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 10/10/07 LOGAN, Utah - Cumorah Kennington Romney, 79, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at the Logan Regional Hospital. She was born on Sept. 17, 1928, in Preston, Idaho, to Ira Lee and Emeline Humpherys Kennington. She graduated from Preston High School and attended BYU for one year. She married Reed George Romney on Dec. 29, 1947, in the Logan LDS Temple. She was employed at the USU Food Service and the U.S. Forest Service. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and lived in the Hillcrest 2nd Ward. She was a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She has resided in Preston, Franklin County, Idaho, Colonia Juares, Chihuahua, Mexico, and Logan, Utah. She is survived by five sons and four daughters, Reed K. (Rosa) Romney of Buckeye, Ariz., Annette R. (Richard G.) Christensen of Garland, Utah, Reah R. (William F.) Duncan of Ocala, Fla., Sharee R. (Laurence J.) Fisher of Crestview, Fla., Julene Romney of Logan, Utah, Gary Paul (Tonya Rose) Romney of Logan, Utah, Kenneth Ray (Marcela) Romney of Logan, Utah, Richard Lee (Lorie A.) Romney of Logan, Utah, George Wayne (Tia J.) Romney of Wellsville, Utah; and a sister, Genoa Wilhelmsen of Kaysville, Utah. She is also survived by 32 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reed George Romney; her parents, Ira Lee and Emeline Humpherys Kennington; brothers, Emerson Kennington, Bernell H. Kennington, Mack Kennington and Paul Kennington; a grandson, Shawn Stuart Fisher; and a great-granddaughter, Cedy Page Caldwell. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, in the Hillcrest 2nd Ward chapel, 875 N. 1500 East in Logan. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 E. Center St. in Logan, and prior to services from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery in Preston, Idaho. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 10/9/2007 - 10/16/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Powers, Hansen, Baker Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2160/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The Standard-Examiner, 10/07/07 KENNEWICK, WA-Edna Hansen Baker Powers, 91, passed away September 26, 2007 at Kennewick, Washington. She was born near Weston, Idaho to Joseph and Nola Baker Hansen on April 2, 1916. She grew up in Cornish, Utah, and graduated from North Cache High School. Edna married Carl A. Baker Sr. in Pocatello, Idaho, July 23, 1936. He was a construction engineer, and they lived in various places. Later, they ran an auction for several years in Wapato, WA. They opened a horse tack store in Moses Lake just before Carl passed away in 1969. She married Loyd Powers in Clarkston, WA. on July 2, 1970. They lived near Wapato, WA. and had a small farm and a rodeo arena. After Loyd passed away in 1988, Edna moved to Kennewick, WA. To be near her daughter and son-in-law, Edna Mae and Doug Hook. Edna was an astute business woman and took care of the books for her husband's business when he was self-employed. She took care of all her own business after becoming single. Collecting beautiful china and unique glassware was one of Edna's hobbies. She also loved pretty clothes and in her younger years made many of her own dresses and also clothes for her nieces. She was an excellent cook and made the best salmon in the world. Because Edna was a good friend, she had many good friends. She always wanted to make sure you had a good time when you were with her. She always maintained a positive attitude and would never talk about anything negative. In her older years, her most common answer was, "I think I feel a little better today than I did yesterday." She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and was active in several capacities. She went through the new Columbia River Temple for the first time when she was 87 years old. She was preceded in death by her son Carl A. Baker Jr. and a great granddaughter Kathleen Rich. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Viva Jean and Garold Hyer of Taylor, UT, and their children Bill & Linda Byram and Steve & Myrt Hyer of South Weber, Lindsey & Bobbi Hansen of Willard, Val & Judy Hyer of Huntsville, and Doug & Sue Hyer of Pemberville, Ohio. Her daughter and son-in-law Edna Mae & Doug Hook, and their children Anthony (Tony) Hook and Charlene Hughes, all of Kennewick, Washington and daughter-in-law Eunice Baker, and her children, Dean Baker, Pamela Bryant, Shirley Willey and Debra Fitzgerald, all of Southern California and daughter Darlene Mattke of Ogallah, Kansas, and her children Dan & Marsha Hayes and Edward & LaDonna Mattke and many great grand children, great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews also survived Edna. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 9, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd., where friends may call Tuesday from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Burton, Smith, Benson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2159/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 10/07/07 CLEVELAND, Idaho - Rulon Dean Burton, 73, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family, on October 5, 2007. Dean was born April 4, 1934, at Cleveland, Idaho, the son of Rulon Ransom and Annie Lyle Smith Burton. He married Lois Venice Benson on June 17, 1955, at Grace. Dean was a lifelong resident of Cleveland, being educated at Thatcher and Grace. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. After serving in the Army, he returned home to the family farm where he worked until his retirement. During his retirement Dean and Lois were able to travel and spend a number of winters in Mesquite, Nev. Dean was a member of the Cleveland and Thatcher Wards of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served as scout leader and ward dance director. Dean was president of the Cleveland Irrigation Company and also of the Cleveland Cemetery District for most of his life. He served on the Grace school board for eight years. Dean had a passion for hunting and fishing. He also loved to golf, water-ski, bowl and dance. Dean really loved any activity when he was with his family and friends. Dean is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lois; his children LaDean (Blaine) Andreasen, Evanston, Wyo.; Blaine (Robyn) Burton, Cleveland; Jim (Marie) Burton, Grace; and a twin sister, Dorothy (Jed) Kofoed, Preston, Idaho; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, Oct. 10, at noon at the Thatcher LDS Chapel. Friends may call on Tuesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Sims Funeral Home in Soda Springs and on Wednesday at the Thatcher Chapel from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Cleveland Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Sims Funeral Home. at Hillcrest Haven Convalescent Center in Pocatello, Idaho. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, American Falls 4th Ward Chapel, 650 Pocatello Ave., American Falls, with Bishop Jerry Hubbs conducting. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Davis-Rose Mortuary, 170 Idaho St., American Falls and from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Interment will be in the Neeley Cemetery, American Falls. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Williams, Nielson, Chadwick Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2158/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 10/07/07 Beverlee Jean Nielson Williams, age 78, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2007 surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 6, 1928 in Preston, Idaho to Free and Jessie Chadwick Nielson. She attended East High School and later the University of Utah. She met and married her sweetheart, Neil R. Williams June 7, 1952 in Baltimore, MD, and later sealed for time and all eternity. Beverlee was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. She was also a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints and faithfully studied the gospel and its teachings. She had a firm testimony of the Savior, Jesus Christ and was excited to see Him again. Beverlee had an enthusiastic desire to serve, to love, to learn and truly had a pure heart. She was a fierce sports fan, loved to play ping-pong with her grandchildren and loved inspiring music. She is preceded in death by her father, Free Nielson; husband, Neil R. Williams; and daughter, Susan Williams. She i! s survived by her mother, Jessie Neilson; sons, N. Scott (Betty) Williams, Thomas (Sandra) Williams; daughter, Dianne (Lorin) Leavitt; sisters, Norma (JD) Boren, Noreen Nielson, Lucile Jensen; 11 grandchildren. Funeral services for Beverlee will be held Tuesday October 9, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at the Geneva Heights 8th Ward, 546 North 500 West, in Orem. Friends may visit with the family Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again Tuesday morning from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Funeral directors, Wasatch Lawn Mortuary. Published in the Deseret News from 10/7/2007 - 10/8/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Butler, Clayton, Hauser, Webb Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2157/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 10/07/07 Carol Lena Clayton Butler 1928 ~ 2007 Carol Lena Clayton Butler, age 78, passed away October 4, 2007 in MacKay Dee Hospital in Ogden, UT, surrounded by her loving children. Born December 25, 1928 in Preston, ID daughter of Melvin "Happy" and Lena Hauser Clayton. Raised in Preston until her family moved to California in 1942. Graduated from Mt. Diablo High School in Concord, California. She served an LDS mission to the Central Atlantic States. Married Raymond A. Webb July 17, 1951. Divorced 1961. Married Howard George Butler August 31, 1963 in Salt Lake City. An active member of the LDS church. A talented organist, she began playing the piano at age 7. She was a church organist 69 years (1938-2007). She served for several years as a Bountiful Temple worker, which gave her great joy in her later years. Not only did she serve with her music, but also as counselor and teacher in the Young Women and Primary programs. She also served as the Relief Society President and a Visiting ! Teacher. For many years, she served on the Cannon Stake Primary Board in the Music area. She worked many years for the Salt Lake City School District as a secretary. She loved her family and adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting, ceramics and traveling, and spending time with her beloved family. She will be remembered by friends and family for her spiritual beauty, her kindness, and unconditional love for others along with her many talents. Survived by her son, Mark (Kathleen) Webb, Phoenix, Arizona; her daughters, Christy (John) Pulsipher, Clifton, Virginia; Renee (Kevin) Bergeson, North Salt Lake, Utah; Marlene (Richard) Lindsey, Clearfield, Utah; her 19 precious grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Edward V. Clayton, Curtis M. Clayton, David W. Clayton; and sister, Mildred E. Cupp; a daughter, Susan E. Butler; a son, Wayne Butler; and her beloved husband, Howard G. Butler. Fun! eral services will be held on October 9, 2007, 10 a.m. at the West Bou ntiful 5th Ward, 840 North 800 West, West Bountiful, UT. A viewing will be held October 8, 2007, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah and Tuesday from 8:45-9:45 a.m. prior to the funeral services. Interment will be Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, UT. Published in the Deseret News from 10/6/2007 - 10/8/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Clayton, Hauser, Butler Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2156/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 10/06/07 Carol Lena Clayton 1928 ~ 2007 Carol Lena Clayton Butler, age 78 passed away October 4, 2007 in MacKay Dee Hospital in Ogden, UT, surrounded by her loving children. Born December 25, 1928 in Preston, ID daughter of Melvin "Happy" and Lena Hauser Clayton. Raised in Preston until her family moved to California in 1942. Graduated from Mt. Diablo High School in Concord, California. She served an LDS mission to the Central Atlantic States. Married Raymond A. Webb July 17, 1951. Divorced 1961. Married Howard George Butler Augsut 31, 1963 in Salt Lake City. An Active member of the LDS church. A talented organist, she began playing the piano at age 7. She was a church organist 69 years (1938-2007). She served for several years as a Bountiful Temple worker, which gave her great joy in her later years. Not only did she serve with her music, but also as counselor and teacher in the Young Women and Primary programs. She also served as the Relief Society President and a Visiting Teacher.! For many years, she served on the Cannon Stake Primary Board in the Music area. She worked many years for the Salt Lake City School District as a secretary. She loved her family and adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting, ceramics and traveling, and spending time with her beloved family. She will be remembered by friends and family for her spiritual beauty, her kindness, and unconditional love for others along with her many talents. Survived by her son Mark (Kathleen) Webb, Phoenix Arizona; her daughters Christy (John) Pulsipher, Clifton Virginia; Renee (Kevin ) Bergeson, North Salt Lake Utah; Marlene (Richard) Lindsey, Clearfield Utah; her 19 precious grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Edward V. Clayton, Curtis M. Clayton, David W. Clayton, and sister Mildred E. Cupp, a daughter Susan E. Butler, a son Wayne Butler, and her beloved husband Howard G. Butler. Funeral services will! be held on October 9, 2007 at 10 a.m. at the West Bountiful 5th Ward, 840 North 800 West, West Bountiful UT. A viewing will be held on October 8, 2007 at 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah and on Tuesday from 8:45-9:45 a.m. prior to the funeral services. Interment will be Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, UT. Published in the Deseret News from 10/6/2007 - 10/8/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Johnson, Jensen Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2155/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 09/30/07 Preston - Clair Jensen Johnson, 58, passed away Friday, Sept. 28, 2007 in Preston, Idaho. He was born Sept. 29, 1948 in Preston to Frank A. and Maxine Jensen Johnson. He married Lynne A. Johnson on Aug. 28, 1970 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were later divorced. Clair was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held various callings. He served a mission to the Philippines. He enjoyed the mountains and loved spending time with his family, and loved his dogs. Clair collected arrow heads and rocks and amassed an impressive collection of both. He is survived by his mother Maxine, of Preston; his children Shaun (Andrea) Johnson of Garland, UT, Brian (Virginia) Johnson of Preston, Doug (KaDee) Johnson of Preston; nine grandchildren; brothers, Larry Johnson of Preston, Frank Johnson of Rexburg, ID, Len Johnson of Cleveland, UT, Kim Johnson of Preston and Daryl Johnson of Preston; sisters, Janine Juhaz of Preston, Joene Hayes of Camdenton, MO, Sharon Baird of Inkom, ID, Marilyn Daley of Preston, Marie Smith of Winder and Billie Jo Petersen of Winder. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Johnson; and a sister, Betty Powell. Funeral services will be held at noon Monday, Oct. 1, 2007 in the Preston 5th Ward Chapel, 213 South 2nd East, with Bishop Craig Haslam conducting. Friends may call from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday at Webb Funeral Home, 109 East Oneida, in Preston, and Monday from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 9/30/2007 - 10/7/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Bright, Herd Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2154/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 09/27/07 SODA SPRINGS - Sharon H. Bright, 74, of Soda Springs, passed away at home surrounded by all her loving and supporting family on September 26, 2007. She was born June 22, 1933, in Grace, Idaho, the daughter of Kermit and Elsie Herd. She married Glen M. Bright on December 1, 1950, in the Logan, Utah LDS Temple. Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Glen Bright and their five wonderful daughters, Jeri Lin and Jack Sturm, Tammie and Brad Smith, Diane and Kenny Daniels, all of Soda Springs, Julie and Donny Bright Harding, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan and Blaise Bright Moran of Victorville, Calif. She leaves 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Sharon is also survived by one brother, Kermit Herd Jr., of Logan, Utah; and two sisters, Hope and Gary Hymas, Logan, Utah, and Gay and Bill Abbott of Scotts Bar, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Gordon Glen Bright. Sharon was an LPN at Caribou Memorial Hospital for nearly 23 years before she retired in 1993. Her floor specialty was obstetrics. She enjoyed working with new babies and mothers, and seemed to have a special touch with them. She enjoyed family gatherings at the family summer home in Alpine, Wyoming. After retirement she and her husband spent the winter months in Overton, Nevada, where she made many friends. She loved her neighbors and all of her friends in Soda Springs. Sharon loved flowers and her gardening. She enjoyed feeding wild birds and loved the outdoors in the summer months. The highlight of her life was her daughters and her grandchildren. She loved them very much. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, September 29, at noon at the Hooper LDS Chapel. Friends may call on Friday evening, Sept. 28, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Sims Funeral Home and on Saturday at the Hooper Chapel from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Preston City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Sims Funeral Home. Dearest Wife, Mother and Grandmother, find peace and relief of pain with our Heavenly Father and Mother. Watch over us all. We love you and will miss you very much. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Smith, Anderson, Keller Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2153/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 09/27/07 LANARK - After a courageous 10-year battle with cancer, Arden Dee Smith Sr., 80, passed away at home on September 26, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. Arden was born April 5, 1927, to Annie Laurie Anderson and George Nathan Smith. When he was 5 years old, his father passed away. About two and a half years later, his mother married Urias Keller, and the family moved to Mink Creek, Idaho. Arden attended the Mink Creek School while growing up, and then at the ripe old age of 13, he set off on his own. Arden worked in California and Idaho until he enlisted in the Navy in 1944. He spent 18 months as a Navy SeaBee at the end of World War II. He was stationed in the Philippine Islands and Guam during that time. Arden returned home in April of 1946, and 12 days later he married his childhood sweetheart and the love of his life, Reva Smith. They celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on April 16, 2007. Arden was an extremely hard worker throughout his life, and always completed the jobs he needed to do. He was a proud card-holding member of the Operating Engineers for 58 years. He was an outstanding master mechanic, welder and supervisor. He used these talents, in addition to others, to make a living and support his family. Although he had no formal education as an engineer, Arden could fix, build and improve anything he laid his hands on. If you were ever in a bind, the one person you wanted there was Arden. He had a passion for antique cars. He restored three antique automobiles, which he built from mere parts, and was working on the fourth when he died. Arden entered his cars in various events and received numerous awards for them. When asked what his favorite car was he replied, "One that runs." Arden had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor that made everyone around him smile and laugh. Arden was preceded in death by his father, George L. Smith, mother, Annie Laurie Anderson Smith Keller, stepfather, Urias Keller, one sister, Della Smith Keller, one brother, Earl N. Smith, and numerous stepsisters and stepbrothers. He is survived by his wife, Reva; four children; Arden D. (Kathy) Smith II, Pocatello, Idaho, Pennie (Robert) Knudson, Roy, Utah, Perry Ray Smith, Ucon, Idaho, and Robin (Von) Saxton, Lanark, Idaho; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and four brothers, Lorin Smith, Guy Richard Smith, Ronnie Keller and Bud Keller. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 29, 2007, at the Liberty LDS Church. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2007, at Matthews Mortuary, and prior to the services from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the Liberty LDS Church Saturday. Interment will be in the Lanark Cemetery, Lanark, Idaho. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Knapp, Porter, Groneman Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2152/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The Logan Herald Journal, 09/23/07 PRESTON, Idaho - Kenneth Porter Knapp, 82, passed away Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, at his home. He was born Aug. 14, 1925, in Preston, Idaho, the son of Harry Walter Christian and Cora Roxey Porter Knapp. He served his country in the Army during World War II. He served an LDS mission to the Northern States. He married Charlene Groneman Knapp on Feb. 12, 1950, in the Logan LDS Temple. He was a high priest in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in three bishoprics, as a home teacher, gospel doctrine teacher, and a teacher in many of the auxiliaries. He was a dedicated and exemplary husband, father, and grandfather. He was an honest and loyal friend and neighbor. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, of Preston; four sons and two daughters, Kenneth Gary (Shannon) Knapp of Preston, Ruth Peart of Preston, Richard Creed (Sandy) Knapp of Linden, Utah, Mary (Lonnie) Lucherini of Denver, Colorado, Sterling G (Jennifer) Knapp of Manhattan, Kansas, Dolyn (Julie) Knapp of Grantsville, Utah; twenty-nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and by one brother and two sisters, H. Walter (Sharon) Knapp of Preston, Marjorie (Bruce) Hobbs of N. Logan, Utah, and Coleen (Bruce) McCammon of Wellsville, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter; one brother; and four sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007, in the Mapleton (Cub River) Ward Chapel with Bishop Randy Halford conducting. Friends may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida, Preston, and Wednesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Mapleton, Idaho Cemetery. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 9/22/2007 - 9/28/2007. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Ballif, Anderson, Rich Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2151/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, LOGAN, Utah - Marion Anderson Ballif, 98, passed away Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007, at the Sunshine Terrace in Logan. She was born in Centerville, Utah, on Oct. 4, 1908, a daughter of Clarence D. and Libby H. Rich Anderson. She married Karl G. Ballif on May 28, 1936, in Provo, Utah, this marriage was later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. She graduated from Logan High School and Utah State University with a major in English and speech. She attended University of California at Berkeley, the University of Utah and the University of Idaho at Moscow. She taught school in Idaho for six years and in her later years completed certification to teach "Exceptional Children" and taught in Park City, Salt Lake and Logan. While living in Preston and Whitney, Idaho, her husband, Karl, farmed and worked in the Franklin Co. Farm Bureau office as an insurance agent, and Marion was secretary and publicity director and was in charge of the Farm Bureau Radio Programs at KPST, Preston. She was the State Chairman of The Talent Find and Talk Meet, and wrote scripts for the Farm Bureau Youth Programs presented on the radio. Marion was a state officer in American Association of University Women, a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Honorary Teachers Society, Iota Chapter and Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She was active in Fine Arts Circle and P.T.A. Upon retirement, she received various awards from Utah American Pen Women for drama, poetry and essays and wrote featured articles in the ward newsletter. After retirement, she and her husband traveled extensively and especially enjoyed Washington D.C. and archeological sites of South and Central America, spending their winter months in the southwest. She was an active member of the LDS Church, she had served in stake and ward teacher training programs, in drama, speech and literature and served in all the auxiliaries. She was a member of the Northwood Ward. Marion is survived by two sons, Karl C. (Marilyn) Ballif of Las Vegas, Nev., and James D. (Crystal) Ballif of Standardsville, Va.; four grandchildren, Trevor and Frank Ballif of Charlottesville, Va., and Teresa Moody and Spencer Ballif of Las Vegas, Nev.; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, at Nelson Funeral Home, 162 E. 400 North, Logan. Friends and family may call from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday prior to services. Interment will be in the Logan City Cemetery. Condolences may be extended to the family online and www.nelsonfuneralhome.com. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 9/19/2007 - 11/19/2007. Notice . Guest Book . Funeral home info Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.