This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AMHhenley Surnames: Balls, NcNeil, Bodrero, Price Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2110/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 07/04/07 Arta Lloyd Balls died Friday, June 29, 2007. He was born July 2, 1927, in Logan, Utah, the son of Arta Jesse and Leona McNeil Balls. He is the second of five children. When a youngster, his family moved to Hyde Park. He attended grade school in Hyde Park and graduated from North Cache in Richmond. After High School, Lloyd proudly served his county in Korea. He married Barbara Bodrero on March 10, 1948, in the Logan LDS Temple. They had six children and were later divorced. In January 1971, Lloyd married Paulene Price. They had four children and were divorced. Lloyd was a very hard worker throughout his life. He was a farmer in Hyde Park, Utah, and Dayton, Idaho, an Irrigation Director in Quincy, Wash., worked at Thiokol and the Intermountain Indian School in Brigham and delivered rural mail in Mendon. He also worked construction until a fall ended his working days. He loved playing the guitar and harmonica and singing with his wife and children. He especially enjoyed yodelin! g. He made many children and adults happy at Christmastime by playing Santa. He had a special talent for learning and could speak several languages. Lloyd was always active in the LDS Church. He holds the office of seventy and high priest. His greatest joy was working with the Scouts. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, along with his two eldest sons. He loved spending time with his families, animals (especially horses), and deer hunting. He is survived by his children, Stephen (Gloria) of Hyrum, Bonnie (Coy) Ashby of Fielding, Brenda (LaMar) Oyler of Arcadia, Mo., Bruce (Helen) of Phoenix, John (Jody) of Ogden, Jason of Ogden, Jennifer (Dave) Johnson of North Ogden and Jeremy of Ogden. He is also survived by a sister, Sharon (Melvin Carlos) Henrie of North Logan; a sister-in-law, Frances Balls Danielsen of Hyde Park; a brother-in-law, Joseph Glen Johnson of Hyde Park; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two baby sons; one sister, Edna Mae Johnson; and two brothers, Robert James and Ralph Verl Balls. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 5, 2007, at the Logan City Cemetery with military honors. 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: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2109/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Standard-Examiner, 06/27/07 SANDY - Ruth Gayman Jenkins Liebeck, 95, died June 21, 2007 in Sandy, Utah. She was born February 8, 1912 in Preston, Idaho to Ernest and Della S. Hatch Gayman. She married Joseph Roy Jenkins January 27, 1934 in Ogden, they were later sealed in the Logan Temple; he preceded her in death October 11, 1956. She married Wallace I. Liebeck May 22, 1959; he preceded her in death October 25, 1986. Ruth was a member of the LDS church. She served in many church organizations in many capacities. Her love was teaching and those she taught. She had a great appreciation of the beauty of nature. She worked for the Bell Telephone Company for 25 years and was the president of her local chapter of the Communication Workers of America for nine years. Ruth is survived by her daughter Judith Allan (Bart) of Draper; grandchildren Scott L. Walker (Janie), Wendy Bird (Russell) and Joelle Chatfield (Paul) all of CA; and 13 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Charles Gayman; her sister Flora G. Rasmussen; nephew William D. Williamson and a grandson Jeffery R. Walker. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, June 30th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Ogden Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., where family and friends may call prior to the service from 9:45 to 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: Roe, Corbridge, Farrer Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2108/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 06/26/07 John "Jack" L. Roe, born 19 March 1939 to John "Jack" Lomax Roe and Phyllis Corbridge in Preston, Idaho, passed away on 24 June 2007 at home with family. My death was a result of bad health and good living. "Believing as I do that when a person dies we lose a library, I was a husband, father and grandfather, an artist, wood carver, sculptor of stone, sailor (United States Navy Corpsman), para-archeologist, museum registrar, x-ray technician, photographer, historian, writer, hunter, lifetime NRA member, free mountain man, and avid fly and flat/saltwater fisherman. I've buried some good friends and one good dog, and learned and forgotten countless times that life is a limited-time offer. I was raised in Preston, Dubois, and Gooding, Idaho where I spent almost every waking moment on the Big and Little Wood Rivers. I was the oldest of three children, and made my own rules as many have seen me do. The family moved first to the Salt Lake City Rose Park area and then to Provo where! I graduated from Provo High in the great year of 1957. Soon after, I joined the U.S. Navy. A year later I married my high school sweetheart, JoAnn Farrer of Provo, in Los Angeles, California, after she graduated (from Provo High). We were high school sweethearts. Among other, lesser assignments, I was assigned to VF92 fighter squadron out of Alameda, California and was deployed to all five aircraft carriers, on the west coast at that time, and three Naval and Marine air stations before leaving the Navy in 1963. We put our anchor down in Salt Lake City and then Murray, Utah, where we have spent the years raising five of six children, and I in pursuit of better hunting and bigger fish. I was preceded in death by my parents, sister (Sandra), and daughter (Shanna Lee). I am survived by my wife and children, Shane (Ann) of Kearns; Patrick K. (Gaye) of Lehi; Taryn (Paul) Olds of Ogden; Mike A. (Kathy) of West Jordan; Josh L. of Murray; a mess of grand kids and great-grandkids, a! nd the best friends a man can have. Memorial services, or garden party , will be held in the outdoors surrounded by blue sky or even waterfowl weather! My ashes will be consigned partly to the side of my wife and soul mate, and the rest scattered at Flaming Gorge, or Wood Tick, Ferron Canyon. The party will be conducted by family and friends. I'd like it to be a time to share memories and laughing and talking as though I'm still with you. I've always felt people could dress as they wanted, and always felt dressed up in skins or Levis and boots, shorts, tank tops and sandals. My family and friends are invited to wear their favorite, casual dress, western or other (skins?). In lieu of flowers, I would suggest donations be made to Ducks Unlimited, the NRA, the Mule Deer and Elk Foundations, or the Nature Conservancy. Suit your fancy, or take a kid or good friend fishing, or to dinner ----- or both! My graveside services will be Fri., June 29, 2007 at 10 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 South 1950 East. A visitation for all of my family and fri! ends will be Thurs. evening from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street. If you would like to send a condolence online, please do so at www.jenkins-soffe.com Published in the Deseret News on 6/26/2007. 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: Druce, Sparrow, Dahle, Laterza Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2107/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Standard Examiner, 06/24/07 RIVERDALE - Verna Sparrow Laterza Druce died peacefully surrounded by her family at McKay-Dee Hospital on June 21, 2007, following an extended illness. She was born on July 12, 1935, in Preston, Idaho, and was the daughter of Charles Raymond Sparrow and Ethel Dahle Sparrow. She graduated from Preston High School in 1953 and attended Stevens Heneger College. In 1955 she married Ronald Laterza with whom she had six children. In 1975 she married Paul Druce in Salt Lake City. They later divorced. She then moved to Roy and ultimately resided in Riverdale. Surviving are her children: JoAnn Spencer (Rick) Ogden, UT; Phillip Laterza (Wendy) Riverdale, UT; Phyllis Laterza South Jordan, UT; Dean Laterza (Kimberly) Highlands Ranch, CO; Nadine Swedin Centerville, UT; Janiel (Gary) Wagner Sandy, UT. She is also survived by her two brothers, Bob and John Sparrow, her 15 grandchildren and her three great-grandchildren, whom she loved spending time with. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Roy Mortuary, 5865 South 1900 West, Roy, Utah. Family and Friends may call from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, June 25, 2007 and Tuesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., prior to the services. Interment Washington Heights Memorial Park. The family would like to thank the nurses, physicians and all staff members at the McKay-Dee Intensive Care Unit who so diligently cared for her during her final days. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com 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: Olson, Barfuss, Bowman Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2106/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 06/24/07 POCATELLO - Vera Barfuss Olson, 92, of Pocatello passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2007, at a local hospital. Vera was born January 1, 1915 at Preston, Idaho, the daughter of John Albert and Mary May Bowman Barfuss. Vera married Brigham ''Brig" Edward Olson December 5, 1935, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Brig passed away October 5, 1982. Brig and Vera lived in the Virginia (Downey area), where they farmed before moving to Pocatello in 1966. Vera graduated from Downey High School. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had served in all organizations. She had served as a 4-H leader and had been a member of the Downey Study Club. Vera had a great love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She had a love of gardening and had won several Golden Arrow Awards; she also enjoyed crocheting, ceramics, was an excellent cook and enjoyed reading and followed the Utah Jazz and St. Louis Cardinals. Vera is survived by a son and 2 daughters; Randall J. Olson, Pocatello, ID; RaeLee (Jay) Winn, Salt Lake City, UT.; and Denise (Lynn) Cornelison, Pocatello, ID; also 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; also a brother Delmar (Clea) Barfuss, Downey, ID, and sisters; Lorraine (Leonard) Povey, Clifton, ID; Elaine Ellesson, Fort Hall, ID; and a sister in-law, Faye Barfuss, Downey, ID. She was also preceded in death by a son, Daryl, a daughter, Nadine, and brothers, Willis, Narvel, Darold and Voy; and a sister, Alta May Barfuss. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, June 29, at noon at the Pocatello, Idaho, Stake Building Chapel, 655 S. Grant St. The family will meet friends at the Colonial Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Friday at the Pocatello, Idaho, Stake Bldg. from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Downey cemetery. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark Benson for his many years of care; also the staff at the Gables, who cared for her recently. Services are under the direction of the Sims Funeral Home. 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: Wilson, Whittle, Thompson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2105/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 06/23/07 Fairview, Idaho - Reva Whittle Wilson was born Feb. 19, 1912, in Fairview, Idaho, as the middle child of 9 children born to William M. and Bertha Thompson Whittle. She had a happy childhood with family and friends in the rural community, riding horses bareback, herding cows to the pasture, swimming in the canal and riding bob-sleighs in the winter. She attended elementary school in Fairview where she sometimes walked to school over fence tops covered in frozen and drifted snow. She graduated from Preston High School during the Great Depression. She married Royal G. Wilson June 7, 1933, in the Logan LDS Temple. They lived 3 years in Lund, Idaho, and then returned to Reva's hometown, where they bought a dairy farm on which they raised their five children. Reva spent many years in the service of her church. She taught in most of the organizations. She was ward Primary President and Relief Society President. She worked in the Stake Primary and served 19 years in the Stake Relief Society, 11 years as a counselor. She often spoke of her experiences driving to her ward and stake assignments in fog and over snowy and icy roads. She extracted names from French and Spanish records for nine years in the stake name extraction program. She and her husband served a mission in the Pennsylvania Harrisburg Mission. She worked in the camp and company organizations of Daughters of the Pioneers and was P.T.A. President of Preston High School. She was the unofficial Fairview historian and did much to complete the Daughters of the Pioneers history of Fairview. She is survived by three sons, Brent Guy Wilson ( Marjorie Gordon), Nyack, N.Y.; Randon Whittle Wilson (Gayle Dunford), Midway, Utah; Kim Royal Wilson (Vicky Shoppe), Salt Lake City, Utah; and two daughters, Pamela Rich (Lyle) and Michelle Hunt (Lynn), both of St. George, Utah. Also surviving are 20 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and one sister, Edie Thompson (Dale) of Lodi, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royal; her parents, brothers, Leo; Cyril; Perry; Merlin and Boyd, and her sisters, Letha Bronson and Gale Sanders. Services will be held at noon Monday, June 25, 2007, at the Fairview LDS 1st Ward Chapel. Family will meet friends from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday at the church prior to services. Burial will be in the Logan Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Webb Funeral Home. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 6/22/2007 - 6/29/2007. 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: Davis, Spongberg, Sutherland, Davies, Barich Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2104/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News,06/21/07 Grace S. Davies Barich Davis 5/21/1921~ 6/17/2007 SALT LAKE - Grace Sutherland Spongberg Davis, 86, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2007 after a long illness. Grace was born in Preston, Idaho May 21, 1921 to Thomas and Grace Sutherland Spongberg. She grew up in Preston and graduated from the Oneida Academy. She was employed during World War II at Remington Arms and worked part-time at Deseret Book, JC Penneys, Sears, and Memorial Medical. She was active in the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Chapter Laureate Eta in Salt Lake City for 50 years. She enjoyed genealogy work and her association in Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She made many cherished friends and always loved having people around her. She looked forward to trips with friends and family, was happy entertaining and socializing, and always offered kind words of encouragement. Grace felt much contentment living in her home on Kenwood St. for 60 years. The friendship and compassion shown by neighbors and ward members will not ! be forgotten. Grace married Irvin L.. Davies in the Salt Lake Temple June 16, 1944. He passed away in April, 1952. Later married Nicholas M. Barich July 19, 1953. They were married 30 years before he passed away January, 1984. Later married Heber J. Davis April 27, 1985. Grace and Heber were married 22 years. Heber cared for Grace with much love and concern. Grace's family members thank him for trying so hard to meet her needs and keeping a cheerful attitude. Grace loved giving service in her church callings; Relief Society Secretary, YW president, Nursery Leader, Visiting Teacher and many others. Grace served as a temple worker in the Salt Lake Temple for five years. Preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, Mary, Ruth, and Beulah. Survived by her two children, Dennis R. Davies and Patricia (Stan) Lawrence, eight grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services are Saturday, June 23, 11:00 a.m. at Crystal Heights II Ward, 1970 E. Stratford Ave. Viewings w! ill be Friday evening, 6-8 at Russon Bros. Salt Lake Mortuary, 255 So. 2nd East, and Saturday morning at the Ward 10:00-10-45 a.m. Online Guestbook at www.russonmortuary.com Special appreciation to Bennion Care Center for their wonderful care during Grace's illness. Published in the Deseret News on 6/21/2007. 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: Bell, Lowe, Carter Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2103/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 06/19/07 Wayne D. Bell 1934 ~ 2007 BOUNTIFUL- On Father's Day, June 17, 2007, the best father in the world passed away surrounded by his loving family. Wayne Demont Bell was born Feb. 4, 1934 to Charles Demont and Ada Lowe Bell in Preston, Idaho. He grew up in Banida, Idaho, where he loved to fish and hunt. He couldn't drive past a creek or river without the urge to stop and make a fish cast. He graduated in 1952 from Preston High School and in 1956 from Utah State University. He served his country as pilot in the United States Air Force. After "a pleasant courtship" he married his best friend, Adelia Carter, on June 8, 1955 in the Logan, Utah LDS Temple. He considered her "a 12 cow wife." They were blessed with five children and have resided in Bountiful, Utah since 1961. His career spanned over 40 years in the computer industry as an electrical engineer. He was a pioneer in the field and has four patents to his name. Many of his co-workers became some of his best friends and fishin! g buddies. Wayne was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and found joy in serving in many different callings. Heaven to him was a day spent crossing the Yellowstone river arm-in-arm with Ken and many others. He is survived by his wife, Adelia; five children, Bret (Karla) Bell, Bary (Eileen) Bell, Wendy (Scott) Higgins, Becky (Kevin) Ball, Tiffany (Kent) Schwager; 19 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters: Betty Swan, Charla Ann Windley, and three brothers, Larry, David and Dennis. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Carter. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wed., June 20, 2007 at the Bountiful 27th Ward Chapel, 1145 North 200 East, Bountiful. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing on Tues. evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Wed. morning 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at the church prior to services. Interment- Bounti! ful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com Thanks to the nurses and doctor at VistaCare Hospice. Published in the Deseret News on 6/19/2007. 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: Jones, Reimer Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2102/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 06/18/07 PRESTON - Charles William (Casey) Jones. 78, passed away quietly in his home on Tuesday evening, June 12, 2007. He was born Nov. 25, 1928, to George H. and Elizabeth Reimer Jones in Shields, Nebraska and grew up in and around Oneill, Neb. He had lived in the Cache Valley area since 1959, and worked for the City of Hyrum, Wurlitzer and then Thiokol until his retirement. He moved to Preston, Idaho 11 years ago. Casey was a very active member of Grace Fellowship Church in downtown Preston, and previously held numerous ministry positions at Maranatha Baptist Church in Logan. A veteran of the U.S. military, Casey served with distinction overseas in the United States Marine Corps. in the late 1940s. He was an avid hunter and loved shooting and reloading. He was dedicated to staying in shape and worked out faithfully at Groll Family Fitness Center in Preston. The love of his life was horses and the great outdoors. The greatest passion of his life was serving his Lord and teaching the Bible, especially to young people. Casey is survived by a sister, Bernice (Robert) Jenkins of Sun City, Ariz.; and by seven nieces and nephews, Robert Jenkins; Bill Jenkins; Linda Scherer; Gloria Rose; Diane Longobardo; Debbie Freeland; and Dr. Harold Jones. He was preceded in death by his parents, by a brother, Harold B. Jones; and by two sisters, Beatrice Jones and Bessie Mae Bigelow. A "Casey Celebration" will be held at Grace Fellowship Church, 16 N. State St., Preston, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2007. Friends may call from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery and a light lunch at the church will follow the graveside ceremony. Arrangements are by Webb Funeral Home. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 6/16/2007 - 6/23/2007. 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: Condie, Glenn, James Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2101/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 06/14/07 Preston, Idaho - Marian Glenn Condie, 99, passed away quietly Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was born April 23, 1908, in Salt Lake City, Utah as the firstborn to John Haigh and Eliza Ann James Glenn. Marian grew up in Salt Lake City except for a brief period of time when the family lived in Nevada. She graduated from Emerson High School and received a teaching certificate from the University of Utah. She then served a Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Northwestern States Mission. She married Angus Reed Condie on June 7, 1935, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They settled on the farm east of Preston, Idaho, where they focused their energy on raising their six sons. Angus died on Nov. 16, 2003. Marian's life was one of service to her family, church and community. She filled many church callings including Stake and Regional Young Women's President, teacher and many music positions. She spent many hours doing genealogy research and writing several volumes of her journal. She had a beautiful alto voice and loved music and drama. The beautiful flower gardens that adorned her home attested to her green thumb. She was a longtime member of the Preston Fine Arts Club. In 1975, she and Angus served together as missionaries for the church in the Oklahoma, Tulsa Mission. Marian enjoyed living in Boise for a couple of months each winter for the 12 years that Angus served in the State Legislature. They served together as officiators in the Logan LDS Temple for 13 years. In their later years, she and Angus spent the winters with their son Philip and family in St. George, Utah, but were always anxious to get back to Cache Valley at the first hint of spring. She is survived by five of their six sons, Boyd (Lynda) of North Logan, Utah; Philip (Marva) of St. George, Utah; Keith (Kay) of Idaho Falls; Clyde (Chris) of Glendale, Calif.; and Clair (Nancy) of Plain City, Utah. She has 28 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her oldest son, Reed (Mardi); a daughter-in-law, Chris (Clyde); one grandson, Angus; two sisters, Eleanor Kirby (Floyd); and Geneve Hand (Emerson); and two brothers, Harold (June), and James (Gwen). Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, June 16, 2007 at the Preston 5th Ward Chapel at 213 S. 2nd E. in Preston, Idaho with Bishop Craig Haslam officiating. The family will visit with friends from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the church prior to the funeral. Funeral services are under the direction of Webb Funeral Home in Preston, Idaho. Burial will be in the Preston Cemetery. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 6/13/2007 - 6/20/2007. 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: Christensen, Mecham, Jensen Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2100/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 06/10/07 POCATELLO - Our father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend Ronald Mecham Christensen, returned to the loving arms of his Heavenly Father and his beloved eternal companion, DeEtta, on June 7, 2007, at the age of 70. Ron was born to Chester Phoenix and Beth Mecham Christensen on February 5, 1937, in Preston, Idaho. The family later included Sonja Beth, Gloria, Orvid, and Ranae Alice. Most the family's growing years were spent in Pocatello. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1955. In Pocatello he met DeEtta Gail Jensen and so began their long and loving relationship. After serving as a missionary in the Central States Mission for the LDS Church, Ron returned home to Idaho - and DeEtta. They were sealed for time and eternity in the Idaho Falls, Idaho, LDS Temple on October 30, 1959. They were married over 46 years before DeEtta passed away on May 16, 2006. One of Ron's great loves was his country. He served in the National Guard on full-time active duty for many years, then later in the Reserves. He retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel after nearly 40 years of able and devoted service. The National Guard took them to California in 1966. They always said they went to California to get their family since their three boys, Michael, Paul and Joseph, were born there. The family returned "home" to Idaho in early 1978 and found a home in Shelley in August. This is where they spent the rest of their years, raising their boys, being and making wonderful friends, and serving in the church and the community. Another of Ron's great loves was teaching. This included teaching in the military, early morning Seminary, Hunter Safety Education courses, and the Gospel Doctrine class in Sunday School. He enjoyed the time spent serving as bishop of the Shelley 2nd Ward. Scouting was another great love of Ron's life. For over 40 years, he remained actively involved in all aspects of Scouting on many levels and was awarded the Silver Beaver by the Wolverine District. He also served on the Shelley City Council for 10 years. Ron is survived by Michael and his wife Annette, grandchildren: James, Brendan, Joshua, Sarah Jane, and Katelyn (Grandpa's "Katy-bug" as he called her) of Layton, Utah; Paul of Portland, Ore., and Joseph of Sandy, Utah; his sisters and brother, Gloria's husband, Robert; Orvid's wife, LeeAnn; DeEtta's sisters, Eva (Gary), Shirley (Clair), and Naomi (Russell), and seven nieces and 16 nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sonja's husband, Stan, DeEtta's sister and her husband, Elsie and Dennis Birch, two of their sons, Steven and Brian Birch, and his beloved companion, DeEtta. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at 11 a.m. in Shelley, Idaho, Stake Center, 325 East Locust, with Bishop Barry Hanson conducting. A viewing will be held on Monday, June 11, 2007, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Nalder Funeral Home, 110 W. Oak, in Shelley, as well as 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. at the church, prior to the funeral. Internment will be in the Preston City Cemetery. As the time for our parents to reunite has come, creating separation from those of us who remain, we express love to all the family, friends, and medical personnel who have so tenderly cared for both our parents in their times of need. Goodbye, Dad, give Mom a hug for us, find some time for fishing amidst all the work you will be doing, and remember we love you! 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: Cole, Jackson, Nichols Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2099/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 06/05/07 Banida, Idaho - Wyora Jackson Cole, 91, passed away May 26, 2007 at her daughter's home in West Valley City, Utah. She was born June 6, 1915, in Archer, Idaho to John William and Eliza Ann Nichols Jackson. She married LaMor Larsen Cole on July 19, 1939, in the Logan LDS Temple. Wyora was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and she served and participated in all of the church auxiliaries. She was a teacher for 36 years and was instrumental in many of her students' lives. She is survived by her son, LeRoy D. (Karen) Cole, of Midvale, Utah; and two daughters, Louene Townsend, West Valley City, Utah; and Maridee (Richard) Fuller, of Cypress, Texas; eight grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, LaMor, a brother, John Jackson, and three sisters, Florence Swallow; Thelda Williams; and Mattie Erickson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2007, in the Winder LDS Chapel with Bishop Clendon Christensen conducting. Friends may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 109 East Oneida, in Preston, and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church in Winder. Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 5/30/2007 - 6/6/2007. 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: Ward Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2098/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Deseret Morning News, 06/05/07 Ronald Edward Ward was born February 6, 1944 in Preston Idaho. He passed away surrounded by his loved ones on June 4, 2007 succumbing to chronic lymphocytic leukemia, against which he valiantly fought for nine years. Leaving the family farm in Idaho he traveled, worked, and served throughout his 63 years in cities including Washington D.C., Mexico City, Manila, San Juan, Las Vegas, and Houston. He retired in South Jordan after 31 years of service in the FBI. Above all else, most important to him were his wife and family. He leaves behind his wife, Sherry Ward, and their eight children, 15 grandchildren, and his enduring legacy of dedication to them. He had a wry wit, and a tendency to find humor in and deflate difficult situations. He had a knack for fixing anything, and if he had had the manual on himself he might have been able to "fix" his cancer. To borrow the words of Thoreau, "He came to this world because he wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential fac! ts of life and see if he could not learn what they had to teach; and not, when he came to die, discover that he had not lived." Ronald lived in such a way that his life gave strength and hope to friends and family alike. His obedience to the command to live well brought life to those who knew him. One cannot imagine such a strong man dying. Thus beyond the veil of death we must believe that he lives on and continues his work and love. The family would like to express their gratitude to the many doctors, nurses, and support personnel of the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 7, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at the LDS chapel at 9750 South 2200 West. Family and friends are welcome to come to pay their respects beginning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park South Valley. Published in the Deseret News on 6/5/2007. 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: Gilbert, Johnson, Thomas Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2097/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 06/04/07 FAIRVIEW - Linda Johnson Gilbert, 62, of Fairview, Idaho, left her loving family to return with honor to her heavenly family on June 2, 2007. She was born Dec. 18, 1944, in Preston, Idaho, to David Leroy and Enid Thomas Johnson. After high school she attended LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, shortly after marrying her high school sweetheart, James Barlow Gilbert, on July 30, 1966. They started their family and ended up being blessed with seven children as well as hosting two foster children. Linda excelled in baking, canning, sewing, laughing and cake decorating - not to mention bread making, socializing and coupon clipping. She was a very devoted mother and upheld many church callings over the years, as well as running children from Point A to Point B. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, James; daughters, Tiffany (Ted) Weeks of Kamiah, Idaho, Debra (Daniel) Eiynck of Frankfurt am Main, Germany, Kaylyn (Boyd) Bradshaw of Draper, Utah, and Andrea (Ches) Burmester of Weston, Idaho; sons, Patrick J. (Tami) Gilbert of Fairview, Idaho, Curtis D. (Jennifer) Gilbert of Fairview, Idaho, and Derk B. (Sara) Gilbert of Richmond, Utah; 19 grandchildren; and two foster children, Victoria Maestas of New Mexico and Ryan Billy of Arizona. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Carol Gilbert; her siblings, Geraldine Lemmon of Centerville, Utah, Dale Johnson of Kaysville, Utah, Don Johnson of Washington, Utah, Bart Johnson of Provo, Utah, Myrna Olsen of Sandy, Utah, LaRae Williams of Bountiful, Utah, Jay Johnson of Springville, Utah, and Troy Johnson of Logan, Utah; and a stepbrother and stepsister, Ray (Reva) Bennett of Preston, Idaho, and Charlene (Horatio) Gregory of Salt Lake City. She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Enid Johnson; her stepfather, Hyrum Bennett; and one grandson, Kage Derk Gilbert. Mamma Bear always loved sharing the individualism of each of her 19 special grandchildren who put a smile upon her face. We will always love and miss you Mamma Bear!!! Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 6, in the Fairview 1st Ward Chapel, 165 W. 4800 South, with Bishop Zan Bowles conducting. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida, Preston, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Interment will be in the Fairview cemetery. You could always find our mother doing good deeds and sharing herself with everyone she came in contact with. She was a remarkable friend and mother who brought a cheerful spirit into our always-busy home. So please, in lieu of flowers do a good deed for someone in need. For those who want to send a card, please send it to: Gilbert Family, 68 E. 4800 South, Preston, ID 83263 Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 6/3/2007 - 6/17/2007. 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: Parker, Wilcox, Perry, Hansen Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2096/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Twin Falls Times-News HEYBURN - Julia Dorothy Hansen Parker, a 91-year-old resident of Heyburn, died Saturday, May 26, 2007, at her son's home in Paul. She was born Dec. 2, 1915, in Preston, Idaho, the daughter of George Lorain and Julia Perry Wilcox. She married Nephi Oliver Hansen on Aug. 1, 1936, and he passed away on May 17, 1968. In June of 1991, she married Spencer Parker. He preceded her in death on April 3, 1992. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Meralyn and Darrell "Bob" Robinson of Jerome, Perry and Jeannie Hansen of Winterhaven, Fla., and M. Gene and Dianna Hansen of Paul; 14 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-granddaughters. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 2, at the Paul 3rd and 4th Ward Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 300 S. 500 W. in Heyburn, with Bishop Blake Crockett officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn. To pay respect to Julia's request, there will be no public viewing. The family suggests memorials be directed to Intermountain Hospice in care of the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St. in Burley. . Published Wednesday, May 30, 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: Cunningham, Wheeler, Hansen Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2095/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 05/30/07 LOGAN, Utah - Winona Wheeler Cunningham, 85, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2007, in Logan, Utah. She was born in Richmond, Utah on July 8, 1921, to William G. and Annie Hansen Wheeler. She was raised in Lewiston, Utah and graduated from North Cache High School. She married M. Reed Cunningham on Aug. 6, 1942, and they were sealed together for eternity in the Logan LDS Temple on Nov. 6, 1956. Winona and Reed lived in Preston, Idaho for a few years before moving to Smithfield where she lived until moving to Logan in January of 1976. Winona was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many church auxiliaries, holding many leadership roles. Following the death of her husband Winona worked for Anderson Lumber in Logan for many years. Winona enjoyed crocheting, embroidery work and quilting. Winona loved her family dearly and made many beautiful pieces of handwork to leave as a memory of her for her family to enjoy. Winona is survived by her children, Faye (Floyd) Guymon, West Jordan, Utah; Dean (Cindy) Cunningham, Honeyville, Utah; and Clare (Karen) Cunningham, Desert Hills, Ariz., 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, sisters, Donna Poppleton; Irene Cole; Gwen Swan; Marva Reese, brother, Carl Wheeler. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reed, daughter-in-law, Lisa, one sister and one brother. The family would like to thank Legacy House and Alpine Hospice for their loving care. Also thank you to Dr. Hampton, Dr. Ben-Jacob and her many loving friends for their faithful and tender loving care. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 1, 2007, at the Foothill 1st Ward Chapel, 1450 East 1500 North, Logan. A viewing will be held from 6 to 7:30 on Thursday evening at the Allen Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center St. in Logan and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. on Friday prior to services at the church. Interment will be in the Lewiston City Cemetery next to her beloved and eternal companion Reed. Condolences and thoughts may be expressed to the family online at www.allenmortuaries.net. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 5/29/2007 - 6/5/2007. 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: Smith, Barton, Clark Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2094/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 05/30/07 GRACE, Idaho - Lillie Barton Smith, 103, of Grace, passed away Monday, May 28, 2007, at home. She was born August 12, 1903, at Kaysville, Utah, the daughter of John William Edward and Mary Ann Clark Barton. She was raised and educated in Kaysville, Utah. She married Edwin Parley Smith, August 15, 1928, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He passed away April 7, 1955. She had worked for ZCMI in Salt Lake for 13 years; she had also lived in Thatcher until her husband's death when she moved to Grace where she has since resided. Lillie had worked faithfully in the LDS Church serving in all auxiliaries. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by a son, Edwin Parley Smith Jr. (Willadene), Thatcher, Idaho; a daughter, Barbara (Ray) Lloyd, Grace, Idaho, 11 grandchildren; 39 greatgrandchildren; and 10 greatgreat grandchildren. She was also preceded in death Dale two brothers, two sisters, a granddaughter, DeAnn Love, a great-granddaughter, Amber Love; and a grandson-inlaw, LaRon Kimball. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, June 2, at noon at the Grace LDS Stake Center with Bishop Don Yates officiating. Friends may call on Friday evening at the Sims Funeral Home from 7 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday at the Grace Stake Center from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Thatcher Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Sims Funeral Home. 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: Kingsford, Oliverson, Whitehead Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2093/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 05/23/07 COVE, Utah - June Oliverson Kingsford, 89, passed away Friday, May 18, 2007, in Logan, Utah, two weeks away from her 90th birthday. June was born to Levi and Martha Whitehead Oliverson on June 1, 1917, in Franklin, Idaho. She was the youngest of eight children. During her school years she learned to play the trumpet and developed a great love for the music of John Philip Sousa. She was active in school activities as a thespian, singer, cheerleader and one of her proudest moments were when she was elected student body president her senior year at Franklin High School and chosen to be Valedictorian. She moved to Logan after her graduation where she attended Utah State Agricultural College for a short time and recalls walking uphill over two miles to school. She met Alton Kingsford on June 15, 1937, at the Idaho Day celebration in Franklin. They got engaged near her birthday in 1938 and were married in the Logan LDS Temple on April 20, 1939. Alton and June settled in Cove. In 1940, June and Alton opened Kingsford Korner which held center stage in Cove until it was demolished for the highway expansion. Kingsfords Korner served as much more than a mere service station - it functioned as the social gathering place for their community. June was instrumental in the running of the service station until it closed around 1991 shortly before Alton passed away. June was passionate about music and had a beautiful voice. She was always happy to favor friends, family, and nurses with her rendition of "How Great Thou Art", which was her favorite hymn. She was involved in the Singing Mothers and was able to sing at the rededication of the Logan LDS Temple. She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints her entire life. She held many positions in the church including Primary chorister, church custodian with Alton, ward historian, and led the music in Relief Society until about 2005. She loved to crochet and shared that talent with her friends and family freely. Hot pads, dishcloths, and afghans crocheted with love and great attention to detail are prized possessions of her friends and family. June had a delightful sense of humor and enjoyed visits from family and friends in Cove. She is survived by seven children, Clinton (Nancy) Kingsford of Rexburg, Idaho, Karen (Leon) Hoffman of Bountiful, Utah, Lynette (Dick) Jones of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Cheryl (Robert) Chisholm of Salt Lake City, Utah, Lanis Taylor of Bremerton, Wash., Douglas (Ronda) Kingsford of Smithfield, Utah, and Angela (Russell) Egbert of Decatur, Ill. She is also survived by 34 grandchildren; and 69 great-grandchildren and counting! The family wishes to thank the many great people of Cove, Utah, who looked out for her and cared for her so well for so many years. Funeral services will be held at noon Friday, May 25, 2007, in the Cove Ward chapel with Bishop Mark Irvine conducting. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Allen-Hall Mortuary in Logan and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the Richmond Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 5/22/2007 - 5/28/2007. 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: Choules, Baker, Robinson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2092/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Idaho State Journal, 05/21/07 CLIFTON, Idaho - Maxine Baker Choules, 86, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, May 19, 2007, at her home in Clifton. She was born Oct. 20, 1921, in Oxford, Idaho, the eighth child of John William and Kate Emily Robinson Baker. There were nine total sons and daughters - two having died while children. She attended grade school at Oxford and went to high school in Downey, Idaho. She went one year to Wright's Beauty School in Pocatello and graduated as an honor student. She worked in American Falls and Preston for two years before getting married. She married Jack Choules on July 31, 1942. Their marriage was later sealed in the Logan Temple. They had three children: Jack Bruce, Rodney Blair, and W. Warren. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, holding many positions in the YWMIA, Primary, and Relief Society. She was a visiting teacher for 50 years. She will be greatly missed by all. She is survived by her three sons, Jack Bruce (JoAnn) Choules of Pleasant View, Utah; Rodney Blair Choules of Preston; W. Warren (Sessilee) Choules of Clifton; nine grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, and by a sister, Berta (Gordon) Albrecht. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, by three sisters, Iva Kate Schlotzky, Alice Baker, and Thelma Baker, and by four brothers, Lenard, Jay, Wayne, and Marion Baker. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at 11 a.m. in the Clifton Second Ward Chapel with Bishop Wayne Smart conducting. Friends may call Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 109 E. Oneida, Preston, and Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Clifton 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: McDermaid, Seamons, Bennett Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.idaho.counties.franklin/2091/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Logan Herald Journal, 05/20/07 Rhoda Seamons McDermaid, 97, passed away on Friday, May 18, 2007, at the Millard County Care Center in Delta, Utah. Rhoda was born on June 27, 1909 in Mound Valley, Idaho, to Henry Hurren and Maria Bennett Seamons. She married George McDermaid July 5, 1935 in Logan. George passed away in 1981. Rhoda was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in the Relief Society and Primary organizations. Throughout her life she had resided in Garland, Tremonton, Logan and Delta. She was loved and honored by her family. She is survived by her son, Ross (Joyce) McDermaid of Delta. Also surviving are one brother, Weldon Seamons, Emmett, Idaho, and one sister, Bonnie Allen, Hyrum, Utah. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, in the Logan City Cemetery. There will be a viewing held prior to services at Nelson Funeral Home, 162 East 400 North, from 10-10:30 a.m. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com. Published in the Logan Herald Journal from 5/19/2007 - 5/26/2007. 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.