OBITUARIES
Robert Ben Smith
Jul 19, 2026
On July 19,2026, at the peaceful home of his sweet stepdaughter, Tonya Plucker (Derek) and surrounded by his loving and completely devoted spouse, Kathy Poindexter, Robert allowed himself to peacefully “let go” of this life and loved ones and join so many of his great friends and family members on an unknown adventure, on the other side.
Born May 29th, 1938,...
Susan Snarr Wilson
Aug 28, 2026
Susan was born in Ogden, UT, the 4th child of Lowell and Wanda Snarr.
She attended schools in Layton, UT and graduated from Layton High in 1972.
She served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Argentina.
She married Glen Wilson on February 11, 1978 in the Salt Lake Temple where she was sealed to him for eternity.
After...
Wayne D. Griffiths
Aug 27, 2026
Wayne D. Griffiths, 93, died of natural causes at home surrounded by his loving family on August 27, 2026. He lived a long life defined by hard work, determination, service, and an unwavering sense of responsibility.
Wayne was the youngest of five children born to Zella Smith Griffiths and Henry Walter Griffiths at their home on Blair Street, Salt Lake City,...
Jerod Ward Thompson
Aug 27, 2026
Jerod Ward Thompson, 54, beloved son, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away August 27, 2026, following a courageous 10-year battle with brain cancer, surrounded by his loving family.
Jerod was born on March 17, 1972, in Bountiful, Utah, to Charles Henery and Sharon Lyons Thompson. He graduated from Weber High School in 1990, having attended Sunset Elementary, West Weber Elementary...
Leland "Lee" Durrant Matthews
Aug 26, 2026
Oh, What a Beautiful Morning, Oh, What a Beautiful Day, I’ve got a Beautiful Feeling, Everything’s Going My Way – Lee Matthews was the perfect Curly as he sang those words from “Oklahoma.” His golden baritone voice, his engaging personality and his smile lit up the room.
Lee was born on September 19, 1938, to Douglas David and Vera Durrant Matthews...
Eleanor Natalie "Bobbie" Booth Nelson
Aug 24, 2026
With heavy hearts and enduring love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister, and friend, Eleanor Natalie "Bobbie" Nelson, who peacefully departed this life on August 24, 2026, in Layton, Utah. She was surrounded by the love of her family and held in the arms of her two daughters and oldest granddaughter as she passed.Natalie was...
Neal Allen Nelson
Aug 24, 2026
Neal Allen Nelson passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Neal was born on May 5, 1939, in Preston, Idaho, to Van Emil Nelson and Orpha Rilla Kofoed. The second of three boys, Neal grew up on the family farm, where hard work was simply a part of life. He milked cows in the...
Patrick "Pat" Carl Benton, Jr.
Aug 24, 2026
Patrick Carl Benton Jr., known by friends and family as Pat, was born in Queens, New York, on June 1, 1959, the son of JoAnn Jensen and Patrick Carl Benton, Sr. Although he was born in the city, Pat was never much of a city person. He loved the outdoors and everything that came with it. His family moved to...
Reldon Clark White
Aug 24, 2026
Reldon Clark White, 86, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026 at the Legacy House in Ogden, UT.
He was born in the Star Valley Hospital in Afton, Wyoming on December 19, 1939 to Hilda Verena Clark and Gordon Myron White. He was the 4 th of 6 children and the second son born to his parents. Growing up on a...
Jennifer Lindsey Nielson
Aug 22, 2026
Jennifer Lindsey Nielson was born on September 14, 1982, at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Dev and Vicky Nielson. As the third child in the family, she was the baby girl her parents had hoped for, and from the moment she arrived, she brought a special warmth, joy, and light to their lives. She...
Pauline Ray Lowe
Aug 21, 2026
Pauline Ray Lowe was a very loving and thoughtful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She passed away peacefully August 21, 2026, at the age of 94 of natural causes. Pauline was born in Grace, Idaho, on September 23, 1931.
She moved to Pocatello when she was 12 where later she met her husband Jay Lowe and married him on August...
William Oliver Nelson (Bill)
Aug 21, 2026
William Oliver Nelson (Bill) passed away peacefully on the morning of August 21, 2026, his hand held by his loving wife, Burnadell, and surrounded by their children in the family home.
Bill was born on April 9, 1934, in Portland, Oregon, to George William Nelson and Olive Adele Johnson in the middle of the Great Depression. He was the eldest of...
Howard Dean Lassalle
Aug 20, 2026
Howard Dean Lassalle went to be with his Lord on August 20, 2026. He never let his deteriorating health, the past few years, hold him back. Dean stayed strong and courageous by his joyful spirit and full life.
Dean was born June 16, 1934, in West Newton, Pennsylvania where he grew up. Dean's mother passed away when he was 9 years...
Sheridan Prince
Aug 19, 2026
Sheridan Prince, father, husband, and friend passed away on August 19th, 2026. Born May 2, 1947, to Elizabeth Hefty and Glenn Stark, he lived a life defined by curiosity, an unmatched work ethic, and a fierce love for his family.
Sheridan was raised in Bountiful Utah, graduated from Bountiful High School and the University of Utah. He served in the Air...
Kirk D. Mitchell
Aug 19, 2026
Kirk D. Mitchell, 66, of West Bountiful, Utah, passed away peacefully at home on August 19, 2026.
Kirk was born on June 27, 1960, to Eli and Dixie Mitchell. He graduated from Viewmont High School and went on to become a dedicated employee of the State of Utah Job Service.
Kirk was, at heart, a simple and old-fashioned family man. He loved...
Elva Winnifred Rosenlof Orton
Aug 18, 2026
Elva Winnifred Rosenlof Orton, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, seamstress, traveler, and woman of unwavering faith, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Elva was born on June 20, 1941, in Mount Pleasant, Utah, to Wallis Parley Rosenlof and Donna Christiansen Rosenlof. She graduated from West High School in 1959, where she was an honor roll student, cheerleader,...
David Roger Sanders
Aug 16, 2026
David Roger Sanders passed away on August 16, 2026, due to complications from Alzheimer’s. In the days prior to his passing, he was surrounded by his family and friends. David is a disciple of Jesus Christ. You knew it when you met him by the way he treated you with kindness, gentleness, and love.
He is the son of Dorothy and...
Ellen Dianne Westover Clift
Aug 16, 2026
Ellen Dianne Westover Clift, age 77, passed away on August 16, 2026, in North Salt Lake, Utah. With her deep faith in Jesus Christ and her belief in eternal families, Ellen returned home to a joyful reunion with her mother and other loved ones who had gone before her.
Ellen was born December 6, 1948, to Reese Humble Westover and Ellen...
Gaylen Pedersen
Aug 16, 2026
Gaylen Pedersen, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, surrounded by members of his family.
Gaylen was born a twin on March 4, 1934, in Salt Lake County, Utah, to Oliver Cowdery Pedersen and Phoebe Gold Gedge Pedersen. He was the fifth of ten children: Herbert, Herschel, Keith, Kent, Gaylen, Gilbert, Remore, Elray, Karen, and Phoebe Jean.
One can imagine...
Janet Ileen Jackson
Aug 15, 2026
Janet I. Jackson passed away on August 15, 2026, in Murray, Utah, with her loving husband, John, by her side.
Janet was born on January 29, 1961, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Jerry and Joyce Crowther. She grew up in Salt Lake County, where she attended local schools.
In 1984, Janet met John Jackson at the home of John's brother, Gene....
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