OBITUARIES
Sharon Rowsell Salmon
Jan 19, 2026
Our dearly loved Mother, Sharon Rowsell Salmon, passed away in her sleep on January 19, 2026. She was 92 years old. Sharon was born on October 20th1933 to Garn George Rowsell and Iva Lou Purser. She was the oldest of 4 children, Charlene (Unker) William Rowsell & Don Rowsell.
She grew up in Salt Lake City on 33rd South and always...
Neil Maughan
Jan 19, 2026
On September 20, 1938, Edwin Neil F. Maughan was born to Lucretia Fish Maughan and Cyril Poppleton Maughan in Brigham City, Utah. As soon as he arrived, the doctor, who was also his uncle exclaimed, “Good heavens, there’s another one,” and shortly thereafter Neil’s twin brother, Newell was born.
Neil was raised in Preston, Idaho, alongside his twin brother and two...
Frank Murphy
Jan 17, 2026
Franklin (Frank) Moroni Murphy, age 92, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at his home in Bountiful, Utah, surrounded by love and leaving behind a legacy of devotion, precision, service, and quiet strength.
Frank was born February 20, 1933, in Bountiful, Utah, to his Irish father, Miles Mark Murphy, and his Dutch mother, Gertrude Teerlink, both immigrants to the United...
Carol Cope Hilton Smith
Jan 16, 2026
Carol Cope Hilton Smith passed peacefully from this life on January 16, 2026. Carol was born on December 24, 1932, in Murray, Utah. When the nurse brought the baby to her parents, Charles Christensen Hilton and Alice Nicholson Cope, she cheerfully announced, “Here’s your Christmas Carol!”
Carol grew up in the Salt Lake Valley, the oldest of three daughters, and graduated...
Myrna Keller Phillips
Jan 16, 2026
North Salt Lake - Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend Myrna Lanore Judy Lee Keller Phillips passed peacefully at her home after a courageous and dignified battle with Parkinson’s disease. She was 83.
Myrna was born March 21, 1942, in Gallup, New Mexico. She was the second child and oldest daughter of Leslie Floyd Keller and Flora Webb...
Larry Howard Strong
Jan 15, 2026
Larry Howard Strong was called home on January 15, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Larry was born on May 31st 1951, in American Fork Utah to Elsie (Sturkie) and John T Strong where he was met by his brother and 2 sisters ... late joined by 2 more brothers.
Larry grew up and...
Karen "Ileene" McQueary
Jan 14, 2026
Karen “Ileene” McQueary was born April 22, 1948, to LeGrand & Leola Chandler. After fighting and eventually succumbing to several infections, she passed away January 14, 2026, at the age of 77.
Ileene was a lifelong resident of Centerville. She graduated from Viewmont High School in 1966. She completed her cosmetology training at Weber State College and then following in her...
Kim Moana Kohkonen Smith
Jan 13, 2026
Kim Moana returned home to her Heavenly Father while surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer on January 13, 2026.
Kim was born in Provo, Utah, to Kent E Kohkonen and Rona Taruna (Riki) Kohkonen and grew up with a strong foundation of faith and family. She graduated from Mountain View High School and pursued her passion for...
Gabriella "Gabi" Alexandra Groitzsch
Jan 13, 2026
Gabriella “Gabi” Groitzsch passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, surrounded by love.
Gabi was born with Zellweger spectrum disorder, a rare genetic condition that brought medical challenges throughout her life. Yet she was never defined by a diagnosis or prognosis. To us, she was simply Gabriella—our daughter, our light, and our miracle.
From the moment she entered this world, Gabi was...
Larna Ann Jackson Bradford
Jan 12, 2026
Born in Fillmore, Utah, to Lawrence Day Jackson and Leah Pauline Swallow, Larna graduated from Millard High School in 1953. She was a graduate from the LDS Business College and worked as a receptionist.
Some of her past employers were Utah Paper Box, Viewmont High School and Baskin Robbins as a cake decorator. She was asked many times to use her...
Pauline Marie Hebert Bowen
Jan 12, 2026
Pauline Marie Hebert Bowen, beloved wife, mother, teacher, and friend, passed away surrounded by her family on January 12, 2026. Born to David and Diana Hebert on August 30, 1966, in Amarillo, Texas, she was the third of six children. She grew up in a lively household that included five daughters, one son, a menagerie of pets—including two pigs, two...
Donald Frederick Milligan Sr.
Jan 12, 2026
Donald Frederick Milligan Sr., a devoted husband, father, and man of great faith, passed away peacefully in Bountiful, Utah, on January 12, 2026. He was 94 years old.
Early Life and Service Born on August 17, 1931, in Spokane, Washington, to Jim and Helen Milligan, Don grew up alongside his sister, Joanne. He was a man who understood the value of...
Mitchell Todd Johansen
Jan 12, 2026
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our Mitch who passed away in his sleep the morning of January 12, 2026.
He was so loved by all who knew him. He was the greatest son, brother, husband, father, friend and fearless Viking.
Mitch was born January 26, 1982, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Ray & Patty Johansen.
He graduated...
Charlene June Bronson
Jan 12, 2026
Charlene June Bronson, age 89, peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father, leaving this life enriched by faith, love, and quiet devotion. She was a longtime resident of Bountiful, Utah, and her life was a testament to kindness, learning, and service.
Charlene was born in Elwood, Utah, where her love of learning began early. As a child, she was rarely seen without...
Renee Marie Moen
Jan 12, 2026
Renee Marie Moen, age 76, of Libby, Montana, passed away on January 12, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1949.
Renee was a strong, fiery woman with a great sense of humor and a heart full of generosity. She was incredibly sweet and kind, always wanting to help anyone she could. Those who knew her will remember her warmth, her...
Marjorie Tinie Olsen Moody
Jan 11, 2026
Marjorie Tinie Olsen Moody, 95 years old peacefully passed away on January 11, 2026.
Born in Murray Utah on August 11, 1930 to Joseph William Olsen and Ruby Annetta Miller.Marjorie was the 9th of 11 children, raised on the Olsen Farm in West Bountiful, Utah. She went to Davis High School and was in the Miss Cantaloupe Queen royalty of Davis...
Margaret Bess
Jan 11, 2026
Margaret passed away at a skilled nursing facility in Bountiful, Utah on January 11, 2026. She was born on January 30, 1944 in Provo, Utah to William Lawrence Schreiner and Lois Merle (Astin) Schreiner.
The family lived in Springville, Utah where Margaret attended school and graduated from Springville High School. She attended Brigham Young University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science...
Ellen Hatch Salisbury
Jan 10, 2026
Ellen Hatch Salisbury, 84, of Bountiful, Utah, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, in Bountiful.
Ellen was born on April 29, 1941, to Reed Hatch and Glenona (Nonie) Hatch. From the start, she was tiny but mighty, a little spitfire with the brightest smile and a gift for finding the good in life.
Ellen graduated from Bountiful High School, where she...
John Thomas Smith
Jan 10, 2026
John Thomas Smith, born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1937, in Malad, Idaho, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, in Bountiful, Utah.
From an early age, John was known for his warmth and friendliness—earning him the title of “Most Friendly” in high school. He also served as class president and excelled in athletics, competing in boxing (regional champion), baseball, football,...
Richard Max Pilgrim
Jan 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Max Pilgrim, age 84, who passed away on January 10, 2026, in Bountiful, Utah.
Born on March 27, 1941, in Malad, Idaho, to Max and Theda Pilgrim, Richard was a graduate of Malad High School and attended Idaho State University. He also served with pride as a member of...
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