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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Services

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.  All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller

Forthcoming funeral services are planned for the following friends from our community. Complete versions of these obituaries may be found in The Payson Chronicle and on our website at paysonchronicle.com.

EULA "LAVON" TILBY BROOK

Eula “LaVon” Tilby Brook, age 81, passed peacefully in her sleep on May 25^th, 2017 in her residence at Beehive House of Payson.

LaVon was born to Eula Seguine and Robert Tilby in Fillmore Utah on July 29^th, 1935.  She, along with her siblings, Carl and Dawn, attended Goshen Grade School, and graduated from Payson High School.  LaVon continued her schooling at Provo Trade Tech in nursing and received her LPN.  With that education, LaVon dedicated 28 years of loyal service to Mt. View Hospital in Payson, Utah as a nurse.

LaVon married Neil Brook on Febuary 26^th, 1954 in Genola, Utah.  They were later sealed in the Manti Temple on September 15, 1954.  Following their marriage, LaVon gave birth to 5 children.  Carol joined the family in 1955 followed by Audie in ’57, Leon in ’61, David in ‘63 and Troy in ‘71.

LaVon enjoyed crocheting, camping, and spending time with family.  She was very active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  She had many callings including teacher, Relief Society presidency, Scout and Cub Scout leaders and Singing Mothers.  LaVon loved the simple things in life, looking at flowers, watching Country Western movies, watching wildlife and enjoying a fun flavored ice cream cone.

LaVon is survived by her children Carol Rindlisbacher (Lynn) of Payson, UT., Leon Brook (Susan) of Pocatello, ID., David Brook of Payson, UT., by daughter-in-laws Leanne Leaman of Lakewood, WA., and Alyson Brook of Payson, UT. and by 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grand children.  She is also survived by her sister, Dawn Amerson of St. George, UT., and sister-in-laws Pat Brook of Payson UT., and Clela Tilby of Ivans, UT..

LaVon was preceded in death by her eternal companion, Neil Brook, her two sons Troy Brook and Audie Brook, her parents Robert and Eula Tilby, and her brother, Carl Tilby.

There will be an public viewing on Tuesday, May 30^th, from 6-8pm at Walker Mortuary.  There will be an additional viewing on Wednesday, May 31^st from 9:45-10:45amwith services to follow at 11am. at the Payson Third Ward building located at 274 South Main Street, Payson, UT..  Burial will be in the Payson City Cemetery.

 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.walkerobits.com 

A Promoter of Gardening and Provider of Plants: Olson's Garden Shoppe

With the recent graduations and the Memorial Day holiday ahead, it has been a busy week at Olson's Garden Shoppe. But it was nothing the crew at Olson's could not handle. The nursery and garden shop's history is long; its florists' expertise is one to be reckoned with. Read about one of Utah Valley's longest running nurseries and one of Payson's oldest family owned businesses in next week's edition of The Payson Chronicle.

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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Services

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.  All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller

Forthcoming funeral services are planned for the following friends from our community. Complete versions of these obituaries may be found in The Payson Chronicle and on our website at paysonchronicle.com.

Ben Adam Meyers

Ben Adam Meyers, 39, of Payson, Utah passed away Sunday, May 14, 2017 in Murray, Utah. His wife and mother were with him as he returned to his Heavenly home.  Ben was born June 28, 1977 in Redding, California to Ronald Paul and Patricia Ann Wilkes Meyers. He graduated from Payson High School where he was a member of the debate team.  He enjoyed performing onstage and being a technician and designer for school productions during high school and college.  He worked both on and off stage for Payson Community Theater and directed “Footloose” for PCT.  He continued his education majoring in Theatre Arts at UVSC (currently UVU) and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Directing with a minor in Technical Theatre having an emphasis in Lighting from BYU.

Ben married Monika Iona Gray on June 11, 2004 in the Los Angeles, California LDS Temple.  They were blessed with three children who brought light, laughter, and plenty of excitement into their home.  He loved his family dearly and they look forward to the time they will be together again.

Ben worked as a manager for Wingers Restaurant, as a stage manager for Stadium of Fire for 13 years, as a stage technician and technical director for the Disneyland Resort for 8 years, and most recently as a technical director for Cornerstone Technologies.  His creative talents were enjoyed by many.  Ben loved playing with his kids, and he really enjoyed woodworking, gardening, comic books, technology, photography, and he was the best grill master in the house.

Ben is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was an Eagle Scout.  He served as Assistant Scout Master and as the Ward and Stake Activities Chairman.  Coordinating events was his specialty.

He is survived by his loving wife, Monika; children, Kade (6), Kiri (4), and Arwen (2); and by his mother, Pat Meyers.  Ben was preceded in death by his father, Ron Meyers.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 25, 2017 at the Payson Mountain View Stake Center, 75 South 600 East, Payson, Utah.  Burial will follow at the Payson City Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family at:   www.walkerobits.com

Park View Sixth Graders Receive Gifts, Thanks to Local Lion Jennifer Huff and Community Support

Payson Lions Jennifer and Rhett Huff (left-right, standing in background, facing camera) lead sixth grade students at Park View Elementary, May 18, in a “Roar!” before presenting them books in gift bags to enjoy throughout the summer.

While in Japan last summer for the induction of Rhett Huff as District Governor for Utah Lions District 28T, Lions Club leaders’ spouses were challenged to go back to their respected communities and provide service.  Rhett’s wife,  Jennifer Huff, who serves as Payson Lions Secretary, accepted the challenge by seeing to it that local students would be prepared for the next school year with a book to read over summer break.

Dianne Corlew, wife of Lions Club International President Bob Corlew, is a retired pediatrician. Diane's love for children and education is what inspired Jennifer to want to provide books to the sixth grade classes at Park View Elementary School in Payson.  With support from her local Payson Lions Club and businesses in the community, she was able to provide 75 books in gift bags combined with treats to complement the students’ summer reading.  The books and gift bags were presented by the Huff family on May 18 in the classrooms of Mrs. Kristal Nielson, Mrs. Kate Pugmire, and Ms. Carrie Van Nosdol.

Rhett and Jennifer Huff have been members of the club since 2010. The Payson Lions Club has been serving the community for the past 93 years and Lions Club International will celebrate 100 years of service in 2017.

Jennifer would like to express thanks to the following Payson businesses for making this project a success:

The Payson Chronicle

The Payson Library

BCB Heating & Air

The UPS Store

Eli's Old-Fashioned Ice Cream & Soda

Wendy's

Papa Murphy's

Mountain America

Pizza Hut

Park View Elementary Principal Shanna Stirland and the 6th grade teachers Kristal Nielson, Kate Pugmire, and Carrie Van Nosdol

Rhett Huff (seated, center, pointing) invites students in Ms Kristal Nielson's sixth grade class to share their knowledge of the Lions Club as Ms Nielson (standing, left) and Jennifer Huff (standing, right) look on.

Jennifer encourages everyone to look into the Lions Club and see where you can get involved in making a difference within your community. For more information on Payson Lions Club membership and events, log onto http://paysonlions.org/.  Follow them on Facebook and Instagram; find them by searching for Payson Utah Lions Club.

 

Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Services

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.  All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller

Forthcoming funeral services are planned for the following friends from our community. Complete versions of these obituaries may be found in The Payson Chronicle and on our website at paysonchronicle.com.

Sgt. Cameron H. Thomas

Sgt. Cameron H. Thomas was killed in action April 27, 2017 in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan. He was 23. Born in Colorado Springs, Cameron was the product of a military family. He grew up across the country and around the world calling Spain, Missouri, Ohio, Virginia and Georgia home. He graduated from Fairmount High School in Kettering, Ohio.

Cam was loved. Deeply. By his parents, Andre’ and Heather Thomas, of Rixeyville, Va. By his 11 brothers and sisters. James, Anna-Leigh, Weslin, Alisha, Devin, Arran, Ena, Chris, Shawn, Alanna and Alexus. By his oversized extended family. By his childhood friends. By his skateboarding buddies. By his Ranger brothers. By his country.

Cam was a hero. Larger than life. After participating in numerous special operations, he died surrounded by fellow Rangers, standing tall for his country and fellow soldiers in a night raid on a remote ISIS stronghold that took out the head of ISIS in Afghanistan.

To those who knew him, Cam was also a hero in everyday life. By the example he set, by the helping hand he extended to friend and stranger alike, by the perseverance and dedication which with he worked to accomplish the goals he set, whether it was mastering a set of stairs on his skateboard or becoming a Ranger. From mental and physical training, to swimming and sky diving, Cameron’s preparation for becoming a member of the Army’s elite combat team began in the early days of high school, years before his enlistment. Once in the Army, he availed himself of every training opportunity that moved him in the direction of becoming a Ranger earning him the distinction at age19 of being one of the youngest soldiers to ever earn the Ranger designation.

Cam was a walking contradiction. He drove a Jetta and rode a vintage Harley. He could strike a menacing paralyzing pose then flash a smile, wink his deep blue eyes, give you a bear hug and be the most loveable person alive. He was equally comfortable draped in half a dozen small kids as he was in the tools of war. He was smart, spoke Farsi, studied emergency medicine and radio Technology. Cam, we will always love, miss, and honor you. You will forever be in our minds and hearts.

Cameron was buried with full military honors at Culpeper National Cemetery Saturday, May 13 following a memorial service at 10 a.m. at the Salem Volunteer Fire and Rescue VFW Hall, 13428 Scott Mills Road, Culpeper, VA 22701. A Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday night, May 12, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 420 Willow Lawn Drive, Culpeper, Va. 22701.

Cameron’s father, Andre’, was raised in Payson.  He is the son of Lorae Neil Thomas and the late Len “Bud” Thomas and brother to the late Chris Len Thomas and Stacy Rae Greenhalgh of Santaquin.  Andre’ served in the Air Force for 21 years and is now working for the Air Force ASA Para-Legal at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia.

Memorial contributions may be made to Veterans for Child Rescue, 3482 Keith Bridge Road #179, Camming, Ga. 30041. Flowers can be sent to 59 Edgewood School Lane, Madison, VA 22727.

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Scenes From Saturday's Peteetneet Antique & Vintage Expo

Pictured (left-right): Renee and Mez Stewart await the opening of Saturday’s Peteetneet Antique & Vintage Expo at the couple’s booth, Three Wishes, where they sold vintage bottles with a wide range of attractive toppers the couple make by hand.  Mr Stewart is a former Payson City Councilman who served in office from 1986-1990.  Around that same time, Mrs Stewart was employed at Christensen’s Department Store, a fashionable clothing and fabric business at 20 South Main, Payson; the store closed its Downtown Payson location in the early 1990s.

Mementos from Utah’s early canning industry, Scowcroft’s Blue Pine Peanut Butter and Spanish Fork Canning Company tin cans were among antiques at the Peteetneet on Saturday.

For more about the May 13 Expo, pick up a copy of the May 15 edition of The Payson Chronicle.

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Peteetneet Artists Reception Slated for May 12

Don’t miss the Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Art Center’s current art exhibition featuring the work of artists Kimberly Anderson (pictured above), along with Tausha Coates, and Ms Anderson's art students, Jenny Smith, Betty Benson, Toby Pontious, Anna Allred, and Bethany Crenshaw. The exhibit, which runs through June 28, will open with an artists reception on Friday, May 12, from 6:00 to 8:00 in the evening.

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Chamber Turns Focus On Payson Market as May 2017 Business of the Month

As Chamber Executive Director Shelly Thompson (pictured above, foreground, right) zooms in to record with the aid of a smartphone video camera, Payson Market Manager Mike Tippets (pictured to her left) turns his attention to the staff and loyal customers who have played a major role in the Main Street grocery store’s success.  Payson Market, which opened at 586 North Main Street, Payson, Utah, in 1996, has been named Business of the Month by the Payson and Santaquin Chamber of Commerce.  Pictured standing next to Mr Tippetts (in the smartphone image) is Lorene Moore, Chamber President and co-owner of Nebo Comfort Systems, who helped oversee today's celebration marking the honor.  More to come on this story in the upcoming edition of The Payson Chronicle.

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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Services

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.  All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller

Forthcoming funeral services are planned for the following friends from our community. Complete versions of these obituaries may be found in The Payson Chronicle and on our website at paysonchronicle.com.

Alton Nielson

Alton Nielson, 92, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017.  He was born July 29, 1924 to Andrew Loren Nielson and Harriet Johnson of Mapleton, Utah. He attended school in Springville and joined the Navy when WWII came. Alton was injured during the war and was awarded a purple heart for his service. He married his wife, Lois, in 1949. They had 2 children and adopted another later in life. Alton loved sports, especially when BYU was playing. He loved driving in his truck and being out and about the town.

He is survived by his wife Lois, his daughters Julie and MariKo; his daughter-in-law Debbie; grandchildren Jared (Katie), Shane (Shantell), Bowdy (Natasha), Marshayla and Maralee; and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and his son Casey.

Graveside services were held on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at the Payson Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerobits.com.

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