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Ora Hilda Brog Porter
Ora Hilda Brog Porter passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at her home in Logan, Utah. She was born May 22. 1929 in Freedom in the Swiss Cheese Factory. Her parents were Ernest and Martha Brog. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Wilford Porter, who she married and was sealed to on June 22, 1948 in the Logan LDS Temple. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her infant brother, Paul Ern, and her sister, Gayle Clara Brog Rigler. Ora is survived by her four children, Ernestine; Lex (Marianne); Marie and Kolin (Valerie); as well as 11 grandchildren. Ora was raised in Freedom. She attended BYU and USU where she majored in Home Economics. She was a wonderful homemaker, and was a perfectionist as a seamstress and a wonderful cook, earning many blue ribbons at the fair. Ora loved to read and was constantly learning. In her younger years, she held many church callings. Ora is survived by Frank and Ruth Brog; Roy and Joan Brog; Larry and Paula Brog; Clyde and Rea Brog Stock and Fred and Annie Brog. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 11 a.m. in the Freedom Cemetery.
Lionel Welch
Lionel Welch passed away June 30, 2009 from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and pneumonia in Colorado Springs. He was born Feb. 22, 1930 in Afton to Benjamin F. Welch and Minnie Crawford. Lionel graduated from Star Valley High School. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Utah State University and a Master’s Degree from New York University. Lionel served in the Wyoming Army National Guard and was deployed to active duty with the Guard during the Korean War. He later served in the Air Force Reserve. Lionel married Maxine Bruce in Afton. Later they were sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Lionel and Maxine moved from Ogden to San Diego in 1960 where he was employed as divisional manager of the Walker Scott Department Store in College Grove, Calif. Later he became a professor of Marketing at Mesa College in San Diego. Lionel retired from Mesa College in 1993. He and his family resided in San Diego for 33-years. They were members of the La Mesa First, La Mesa Second and Grossmont LDS Wards. Lionel and Maxine moved to Monument, Colo., where they have resided for 16-years. Active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served in many positions. He especially enjoyed serving in the temple. Lionel gave service to anyone in need. He was a talented craftsman and could fix almost anything. In his retirement years be became an expert wood carver of animals and birds. Lionel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Maxine; their four children, Jill; Jeffrey; Jean and Joyce; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wardell. Memorial services were held on Monday, July 6, 2009 in the Monument Ward Chapel in Monument, Colo. Burial took place in Afton.
Ruby Crandall
Ruby Petersen Crandall, 86, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away Sunday, July 26, 2009 in Montpelier, Idaho. Ruby was born in Fruit Heights, Utah Jan. 5, 1923 to Joseph Lars Petersen and Deseret Rosetta Collings Petersen. She married to Robert Byron Crandall Aug. 22, 1945. Ruby worked for the Granite School District in the central kitchen, getting up at 4 a.m. every morning to make hot school lunches for thousands of school children in dozens of schools throughout the Salt Lake valley. She loved to knit and quilt, making countless baby blankets, sweaters, hats and scarves for her family and her extended family, which included many friends and co-workers. She is survived by her five children, Jim Crandall (Kanab, Utah); Rulon and Val Crandall (Murray, Utah)l Janet and Doug Prows (Cokeville); Joy and Ray Hutchison (Cokeville); Ben and Melinda Crandall (Draper, Utah); 33 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Melvin, Dean and Stanley; and sisters Pearl and Virginia. Her husband Robert preceded her in death, along with her parents, and brothers Russell, Arland and Ivan, sisters Mildred and Ellen and great granddaughter Dusty Ann. She will always be remembered for her comforting singing voice, hard work and wonderful meals. Her warm embrace continues to touch our lives with her home made bread recipe, which she has lovingly taught to her children, and grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, July 31 at 11 a.m. at the Mountain View Christian Assembly in Sandy, Utah.
Monte Victor Ralon
Monte Victor Ralon was born March 27, 1970 and died July 29, 2009. Monte was born in Alexandria, Va., to Victor and Bonnie Ralon. Victor and Bonnie moved their family to Star Valley in 1974. Monte grew up on the edge of the Star Valley ranch hiking and hunting the hills behind his family’s home. Monte attended school in Star Valley and graduated from Star Valley High School in 1988. He attended ISU in Pocatello, Idaho. Monte had a private pilot’s license and loved to fly. He was certified as a computer technician and loved to work with his hands. He was a loving and kind son, brother, and uncle.
He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Ralon; sister Carla and Rob Abercrombie; and their children, Shelby, Robbie, and John. He is also survived by a sister, Celia Morgan.
Memorials can be sent to Emmanuel Bible Church, P.O. Box 962, Thayne, WY 83127. They will be equally distributed between Steve and Gayle King who are members of Victor and Bonnie’s family that are serving as missionaries in the Ivory Coast of Africa and a company that is researching the use of Adult Stem Cells to alleviate illness. “But those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31
Audine Kennington Stafford
Graveside services for Audine Kennington Stafford were held on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009 at 3 p.m. in the Afton Cemetery.
Erin M. Goodman
Memorial Services for Erin M. Goodman, 18, will held at the Presbyterian Church 1251 S. Park Loop Road in Jackson on Friday, Aug. 7 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers a scholarship fund has been set up in memory of Erin at the Bank of Star Valley, P.O. Box 928 Thayne, Wy 83127.
Jerry E. Huhtala
Jerry E. Huhtala of Thayne peacefully passed away July 23, 2009, at Madison memorial Hospital in Rexburg Idaho. He was born Feb. 1,1927 in Rocklin, Calif., to Alfred “Hoot” and Helen Huhtala. He was born in the month of February a few hours after his twin brother who was born in January, in the same house as their father. As a young boy, Jerry was raised in the outdoors by a father who was a government trapper, fire lookout, cowboy, wildlife manager, fisherman and hunter. Following in his father’s footsteps, Jerry ran a trap line after school and learned to be an excellent hunter and rifleman.
In the 1940’s, Jerry served stints in the Army, Navy, and Merchant Marines. He circled the world and saw such places as Japan, Puerto Rico, the Philippines and Europe. While in the Merchant Marines, Jerry’s ship was the lone survivor of eleven ships to battle a typhoon in the pacific. Upon returning to the states, Jerry began his service to the state of California. He worked for the Department of Fish and Game, State Forestry, and the Department of Transportation. He also spent 22 years working for the Aero jet General Corporation as one of their best boiler and maintenance mechanics. On Oct. 28, 1953, Jerry was married to Bobee’ Mickelsen. From this marriage was born a daughter Renee’ and a son Steve. They spent many great years together raising their young family camping fishing and hunting. This marriage ended after 16 years. Shortly after, Jerry married Sonja who brought to the family two sons of her own, Marty and Mike. Jerry and Sonja were life-long partners who shared many great years together. Jerry was an accomplished pilot, owning his own plane, and was a decorated marksman winning many competitive shoots around the west in the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s in “big bore” matches. He attained the National Rifle Associations ranking of “Lifetime Master,” for which he was very proud. After retiring, Jerry and Sonja moved to Wyoming in 1998 to be closer to their son Steve and enjoy the great outdoors. Jerry kept active cutting wood, hiking, hunting, and keeping fit. He had a great relationship with his all family, and was the “glue” that kept the family in touch with each other and the great outdoors. Jerry is survived by his wife Sonja of Thayne; his sister Melody (Ken) Huhtala of Los Angles; brother Wayne (Janice) Huhtala of Loomis, Calif.; daughter Renee’ (Dave) White of Standish, Calif.; son Steve “Hoot” (Libby) Huhtala of Thayne and two grand children and one great-grand child. His parents; brother Tom; and stepsons Marty and Mike preceded him in death. A private ceremony will be held at the Rocklin Cemetery in Rocklin, Calif., on Aug. 29, 2009 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the National Cancer Society or the Western Wyoming Riflemen’s Association.
Maxine Heiner
Maxine F. Heiner passed away on Saturday morning, Aug. 8, 2009 in the comfort of her home in Thayne after a long illness. Her family was by her side. Maxine was born March 19, 1930 in Douglas, Wyoming. Preceding her were two sisters, Marjorie Tishner and Grace Ellen Merritt. The three of them were adopted into the Herman and Marion Fluckiger family, where Joyce, Alice, Barbara and Leila joined the family in Turnerville. Maxine married Glenn W. Heiner on April 2, 1948 in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They made their home in Bedford. Maxine served in many callings in her early years. She loved working with the youth, both in the church and in the 4-H program. She also worked as the head cook at Holdaway School and at the Cheese Factory for several years.
She was very talented in cooking, crafts and she loved quilting. She was a perfectionist in everything she did. She had many friends and loved ones that will truly miss her bright smile and her kindness. Maxine returned to her Heavenly Father where she joined her companion, who passed away Aug. 4, 1996.
They are survived by their 11 children: Dan (Cathy) Heiner, of Vernal; Irene (Floyd) Mills, of Taylorsville; Rosann (Jack) DeMill, of Draper; Quinn (Hyesoon) Heiner, of Bedford; Deon (Cheryl) Heiner of Bedford; Evan (Leslie) Heiner, of Thayne; Diana (Joshua) Flud, of Thayne; Todd (Allison) Heiner, of Draper; Stacey (Tammy) Heiner, of Thayne; Tina (Gary) Clark, of Thayne; Tracy (Jason) Wolfley, of Thayne. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be truly missed by all that knew her.
Madelle (Sally) Elizabeth Abbott
Madelle (Sally) Elizabeth Abbott of San Dimas, Calif., died on Aug. 6, 2009 at Pomona Valley Hospital of pneumonia due to Leukemia. Sally was born, July 3, 1932 in Seattle, Wash. Sally graduated UC Berkley with a BA degree in Sociology. In 1955 she married Spencer Earl Abbott and they moved to the Charter Oak/San Dimas area to build their life together. Sally was a perpetual volunteer. She spent 16 years as a Camp Fire Girl Leader with five years specializing in teaching the leaders how to cook outdoors with the girls. Additionally, she volunteered for Charter Oak School District, Boy Scouts, La Verne YMCA and 4-H. Sally was a Home Economics Teacher at Chaparral Middle School in Diamond Bar from 1976 to 1990. Her love of cooking and sewing was infectious to all. Sally traveled the West Coast and Mexico for over 50 years joyfully with her husband and family in their motor home every summer visiting family and friends. They purchased a property in Forest Dell in 1978 and for over 30 years enjoyed Star Valley during August and September. One of Sally’s favorite things to do was to roam the yard sales in order to meet new people and see new areas of the Valley. She especially enjoyed hosting family and friends in her beloved mountain paradise. Sally is survived by her husband, Spencer Abbott. Her sister, Carol Widrig of Seattle, and sister in-law, Patty Widrig of Gig Harbor, Wash. Her three children: Kathleen Bennet and husband Ed of San Dimas; Raymond Abbott of San Dimas; and Jill Serna of Henderson, Nev. She is also survived by three grandchildren; Bryce Hulet, Danielle Serna, Kevin Serna and two great-granddaughters; Taylor and Trinity. Sally will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother and friend to all that she met. We who loved her are grateful for her life and her example. She will be greatly missed. A celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, August 30 at Todd’s Memorial Chapel in Pomona, 570 North Garey Avenue, with lunch following at the Sheraton Fairplex. A private interment at La Verne Cemetery was held Aug. 13, 2009.
Orlean Sizemore Perkins
Orlean Sizemore Perkins, 84, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother went peacefully asleep on Monday, Aug. 11, 2009 at Rocky Mountain Care in Evanston, where she had resided for the past 15 months. Orlean was the youngest of three daughters born to Walter Carl Eugene Sizemore and Gladys Kirstina Poulsen. She was born on March 5, 1925 in Soda Springs and spent her entire life in Cokeville. Spending her young life during the depression years set the tone for Orlean’s life. Many who “rode the rails” in search of work were fed on her parents’ back porch. Few if any were ever turned away. Orlean was a quiet, unassuming person who served anyone struggling whether family, friend or stranger.
Although her life in Cokeville was lived quietly she was a very strong person, shedding few tears for herself, and working to dry everyone else’s. She was a cow girl in her early years, a waitress, and later a business partner to her husband in an auto repair business in Cokeville. Orlean married James Richard Perkins on June 1, 1946 in Paris, Idaho. It was an elopement because Richard could not believe she had agreed to marry him and wanted to hurry before she changed her mind. The marriage was later solemnized on July 8, 1963 in the Logan LDS Temple. They were married 63 years. Orlean was a lifetime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving as a Primary teacher, a visiting teacher and a ward missionary. Richard and Orlean were the parents of four children; Nyle Richard of Maine; Larry James of Fort Hayes, Kan.; Lynette (Keith Nate); and Craig Eugene of Pocatello,. She is survived by her husband James R. Perkins of Cokeville, her children, and also by an older sister. Verona Kemp, of Sandy, Utah. Orlean was preceded in death by her parents, one older sister, Alene, a granddaughter, Laura and a great grandson. Her posterity includes 14 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren who she loved very dearly. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009. Interment took place in the Cokeville Cemetery.
Duane K. Hyde
Duane Keith Hyde passed away peacefully while tending to his beloved ranch in Auburn on Aug. 6, 2009. He was born Oct. 6, 1937 to Keith and Ruth Hyde of Auburn. Duane Graduated Star Valley High School and attended collage at Utah State University. Duane was a active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He spent 46 years of his life working for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and in those years he built a reputation that couldn’t be matched. He retired in 2002 with the number one badge in the state. Duane married Shirley Atha Neild in the Auburn Church in 1957. They were sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1961. Together they resided in Newcastle, Douglas and Pinedale Wyoming while he was working as Game Warden. In 1971 Duane was transferred to Afton where he worked as the local Game Warden for the next 31 years of his life. This would also be the place where he would pass on his enthusiasm for life and the outdoors to his three sons. In 1980 Duane bought the property he would build his home on north of Afton. He loved spending time there building fish ponds, planting trees and building their house. In 1994 Duane purchased part of his father-in-law’s ranch in Auburn. This is where he loved to spend his time. He continued to work the family ranch until the time of his passing. During his retirement, Duane spent many days with his brothers, sons, grandchildren, friends and dogs hunting many different states for birds and fishing many different lakes and streams all just to enjoy the time with others and be outdoors. He passed his love and knowledge for the outdoors and wildlife on to everyone he became friends with, which were many. His work ethic was to always give ten percent more than anyone else, and to take pride in everything you do. This showed up in everything Duane accomplished. He took great pride in his sons and enjoyed spending time with them and their families. Duane is survived by his wife of 52 years, Shirley; their three sons, Dan, Dave and Robert; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Terry and both his parents Keith and Ruth Hyde Memorial services were held Monday Aug. 10, 2009 at the Afton Tabernacle building. He was laid to rest peacefully in the Afton cemetery.
Robert Barngrover
Robert Glenn Barngrover’s earthly journey was finished on Aug. 6, 2009. His life began April 25, 1919, in Hugo, Colo. He was the eldest in the family followed by one brother and two sisters. His exciting college years were followed by military duty as an officer in the U.S. Navy after which he became a practicing attorney. Robert enjoyed and appreciated classical music and his life was akin to a great symphony with a lifetime of blessings. Barney considered his family and friends his greatest blessings. He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife Jean. He is also blessed with a family of four children: Janet Wolf; Nancy Vaughn; Roger Barngrover; and Ronald Barngrover with their spouses and children. With Jean, he extended his family to include her three children: Patrick Clark; Paul Clark; and Elizabeth Ramos with their spouses and children. Barney’s walk embraced many righteous causes for he never hesitated for one second to stand up and voice concern and/or indignation for social and human value issues. He was relentless with his typewriter, even notorious at times as he fought for pure drinking water for Star Valley Ranch and so many other worthwhile causes. Robert has indeed left us a living, loving, lasting legacy of memories with his beautiful cabin in trust for all the family. A memorial celebration of life will be held at his beloved homestead cabin at Star Valley Ranch in Wyoming on July 25, 2010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice in memory of Robert (Barney) Barngrover. Please send stories, photos and other memorabilia to be used at the Celebration of Life to Elizabeth Ramos, 4564 Theresa Street, Fremont, CA, 94538.
Dave Taylor
David “Dave” A. Taylor passed away peacefully at home, Aug. 10, 2009 after succumbing to his brave battle with cancer. He had his loving wife, Linda, and faithful companions, Sascha and Rizzo, at his side. Dave was the youngest child born to Hal and Margaret Taylor on Oct. 28, 1953 in Burley, Idaho. This was also where Dave attended school and graduated from Burley High School. During the summertime, the family would herd sheep to Thayne until the sheep business was traded for a more sedentary lifestyle at the motel in Alpine. Dave married his wife Linda on March 14, 2008 in a small ceremony in Rawlins. He was always fascinated with “big rigs” and ultimately became a truck driver. There was a long list of companies where Dave had worked. He took any trucking jobs he could get before he graduated high school. After graduating, Dave worked for Clark Construction, Burgraff, Purple Sage, Circle A, Andris, HK, and many more. As of most recently, Dave was employed by Highland Enterprises of Rawlins until the cancer forced him to quit driving truck in May of 2009. Dave was a lover of life and a very witty person. He was cool, calm, and collected, and if quick thinking was needed he rose to the occasion. Though you wouldn’t guess it by looking at him in his trucking attire, Dave was one of the most intelligent people you’d meet. He was never boisterous, but had a talent for choosing words that would bring a general to attention. He was a man among men and one to be admired. He had a knack for always being able to bring a smile to anyone’s face, as he really enjoyed the art of teasing. Even grumpy people would meet Dave, and within minutes he would have them laughing. His cool, composed approach to life had the appearance of being easy going, yet it was definite and pre thought. He had a special way of slicing through the bull and getting down to the nitty gritty. He was a kind, considerate, fair and forthright individual. His presence will be missed. There were no children born to Dave, but he was the proud father of many spoiled dogs. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Hal and Margaret Taylor, and his dogs Trouble, Toosh, Teesh, and a few Beagles. Dave is survived by his wife Linda Taylor, kids Rizzo and Sascha, sister Gai Sue Sterling and brother Benjamin Hal Taylor. Nieces and Nephews; Deana Clayton, Nancy Uli, Wes Watterson, Bob Watterson, JT Lindsey, Jessica Taylor, Brandy Taylor, Kelly Taylor, Kristy Hartnett, Beau Taylor, Amanda Taylor, and numerous great nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial service for Dave in Alpine, at the Alpen Haus park and gazebo area. It will start at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome, and will have the opportunity to share any special memories that you might have. We will miss you Dave, but forever keep you in our thoughts!
Josephine Nellie Megeath
Josephine Nellie Megeath passed away peacefully on Aug. 12, 2009. Jo was born in Mountain View, Wyoming on July 19, 1918, to Timothy Theadore “Ted” and Isabelle Madeline “Belle” Rochford, delivered by her Great Grandmother Hicks. She spent most of her childhood at the Old Fort in Fort Bridger with her two brothers. Jo graduated from Mountain View High School in 1936. Jo married William Adison “Bill” Megeath on Dec. 12, 1938; they had four children: Peggy Elaine; Paul Edward; Russell Alan “Rusty”; and A. Jean “Jeannie.” The family lived in Evanston were she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, which she lived with for 68 years. But Jo was too stubborn to be left behind, she continued to live a full life raising her children, working at Cornets and City Drug, golfing, bowling and playing cards. Jo was very involved as a member of the Presbyterian Church. She also cared for her parents in their elderly years.
In her senior years Jo and Bill headed south, finally settling in Circle City Arizona where they purchased a home. Jo spent most of her time visiting with her friends and neighbors and caring for her citrus trees and yard. She even took a road trip across country in 1989 from Arizona to Rhode Island. The last ten years of her life was spent living in Star Valley with her daughter Peggy, were she enjoyed her cats, playing pinochle and watching some of her great grandchildren play. Josephine was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Lester T. and Roger Samuel, husband Bill and son in law Jim McJunkin. She is survived by her children; Peggy Mcjunkin, Afton; Paul (Joanne) Megeath, Clermont, Fla.; Rusty (Lacey) Megeath, Evanston; Jeannie (Dale) Gardner, Evanston,; Nephew Barry Rochford, Evanston; 15 Grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. In Lieu of Flowers donations should be made to the National MS Society. Graveside services will be held at the Fort Bridger Cemetery on Aug. 21, 2009, at 11 a.m.
John Henry Lecoeuvre
Memorial services for John Henry Lecoeuvre were held on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009 at the Schwab Funeral Chapel in Thayne.
Delman A. Johns
Funeral services for Delman A. Johns will be held Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009 in the Third/Fourth Ward LDS Church in Afton at 10 a.m. The family will greet friends prior to the service.
Gail Dixon Burton
Gail Dixon Burton, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009 at his home in Salem, Utah. He was born Feb. 10, 1921 in Afton to Arthur Fielding and Kittie Calpurna Dixon Burton. He attended schools in Wyoming and graduated from Star Valley High School. He also attended from Utah State University. He married his eternal sweetheart, Eileen Warner, in Logan, Utah. She passed away on July 30, 2003. They are the parents of five children. Gail was a rancher in Star Valley for most of his life until moving to Utah in 1972. He was then employed at BYU in facilities for 16 years. He enjoyed travel, reading, and was an avid outdoorsman. He was also a professional toe-tweaker. Gail especially loved to support the missionaries. A devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Gail served in many capacities, including Bishop, Bishopric Counselor twice, Young Men’s President, High Councilor, Temple Worker with his beloved wife, and as a Provo Tabernacle Tour Missionary. He is survived by his children, Joyce (Mack) Slye, Salem, Utah; Kittie (Ralph) Hoggan, Kearns, Utah; Dru (Cheryl) Burton, Orem, Utah; and Bret Burton, Salem, Utah. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and his brother, Reese Burton, Lincoln, Calif. Gail was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen Warner Burton; a son, Warner Dixon Burton; his parents; one brother; and eight sisters. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Sept. 4, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Salem 2nd Ward Chapel, 60 South Main Street, Salem, Utah. Family and friends may call on Thursday evening, Sept. 3, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. or on Thursday morning at the church from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be in the Salem City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund.
John Lecoeuvre
John Henry Lecoeuvre, 89, passed away quietly in his Alpine home on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009. He was born on Oct. 24, 1919 in Grafton, Ma. John had a successful electrical business in Grafton and retired in 1982. The John and his wife, Louise, moved to Alpine. John loved Star Valley. He loved hunting, helping round up the cattle, building lodgepole furniture and golfing with all his friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise; and a son, Richard. He is survived by his son, Robert, Toccoa, Ga.; his daughter, Denise Harmon, Star Valley Ranch; and stepsons, William Cove, Waterbury, Vt.; and George Cove, Westbord, Ma. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren. Memorial services were held on Aug. 18, 2009 in Schwab’s Mortuary in Thayne.
Delman Johns
Delman A. Johns was born May 1, 1937 in Afton, to Arlene and Albert Johns. He was born many weeks premature, which set the stage for life of fragile health. Del was always a hard worker, and started off at a young age delivering newspapers and working along side his dad in the butcher shop. In High School, Del participated in football, basketball, and baseball. he saved his money to buy nice clothes and was voted “best dressed” in high school. He received straight A’s and was runner-up for an academic scholarship, despite rarely opening a book during those four years. he graduated high school in 1955, then attended the University of Wyoming, graduating with a bachelors in Mechanical Engineering. he later attended the University of Arizona, graduating with a master’s in Aeronautical Engineering. Del married his high school sweetheart, Coralie Beth Brown, in August 1958. Last year they were able to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with many friends and family in attendance. Together Coralie and Del traveled with Del’s career in the Air Force. Some of the places they lived were Texas, Mississippi, California, Washington, Wyoming, Alabama, North Dakota, Arizona, New York, Utah and Florida, finally retiring in Santa Maria, Calif. Del advanced to the rank of Colonel in the Air Force. Two of his most accomplished jobs were teaching Engineering to the cadets at West Point and being Operations Manager to the space shuttle in Cape Canaveral Florida. After 23 years of service in the Air Force, he went to work for 15 years at Lockheed Aircraft Corporation. Del loved traveling the country and seeing new things. He and Coralie were able to travel Europe when Cyndi completed her mission. He also went to Hawaii and many other places around the country. His retirement years were spent playing golf, and doting on his grandchildren. He spent many hours traveling to and watching their ball games and musical events. For the past 40 years Del had many illnesses including a kidney transplant 16 years ago. With unbelievable optimism and faith, he conquered these many health trials, but his body finally got tired and worn out, and he succumbed to this last health battle, cancer, on August 18, 2009. Del is survived by his two daughters, Lisa Draney of Afton and Cyndi Earl of Reno, Nev.; 12 grandchildren; brother Farrel Johns, and sister Layna Haderlie of Afton. He was preceded in death by his wife Coralie and his parents. Burial took place in Afton on August 22 with military honors.
Sarah Cleo Larson
Sarah Cleo Larson passed away unexpectedly Aug. 10, 2009. Cleo was born Oct. 11, 1920 to Richard H. and Mary Penninah Cameron Horton, the youngest of seven children. She grew up in Idaho and married Myron H. “Doc” Larson. They were married on June 15, 1940 and were sealed 50 years later in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on their golden anniversary. Doc and Cleo raised two sons: Jerry and Dickie in Star Valley. Later they moved to Salt Lake City to be closer to family. Cleo is survived by her son, Jerry (Judy) Larson; five grandchildren: Jeff (Angela) Larson; Kim (Rick) Galloway; Bryan (Allison) Rock; Chris Larson; Matt (Kathy) Larson; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Doc; a son, Dickie; and six siblings.
Douglas A Barrus
On Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009 Douglas A Barrus, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather went home to his sweetheart, June, and our Heavenly Father. He was 88 years old. He was born March 29, 1921. He married June Brown on Oct. 9, 1946. She died on May 22, 1986. He then married Venna Kennington on Sept. 8, 1987. Doug grew up hunting, fishing, working hard and loving the beautiful Star Valley. He served a mission for the LDS church in Northern California. Following his mission he served as a Marine in the Marshall Islands during World War II. He spent his life as a teacher, principal, and education director for the Bureau of Reclamation Job Corps. Doug was a dedicated servant of the Lord. He held many church callings and fulfilled many responsibilities including that of Bishop in the Clearfield Second Ward and as a member of the Stake Presidency in the Clearfield Stake. Doug and Venna happily served a mission together and worked in the Idaho Falls Temple for many years. He had a kind heart and was always giving to others. He was an example of stalwart gospel living. He was a talented singer with a beautiful bass voice that gave many hours of pleasure to all who heard him. He was a fun loving father and grandfather. His sense of humor and warm ways have become a legend among his family. His familiar sayings are quoted daily by each generation, and none of us escaped the 7 a.m. Saturday morning wakeup call “Are You Up For All Day?” Doug was preceded in death by his parents, 11 brothers and sisters, his wife June and his infant son Ren. He is survived by a sister Lucy Wilkes; his wife Venna; his four children Barry (Jean); Kim (Beth); Ryan (Marge); Derena (Bob); and his step children, Melanie (Nolan); Jim (Dixie); Irene (Dallas deceased); Kevan (Kathy); Karen (Steve); Garry (Joyce). Doug, June, and Venna shared the joy of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sept. 12, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Fairview LDS Ward Chapel. Friends and family may call from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church.
