Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

 

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. 

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”

~ Helen Keller 

DAVID ASHWORTH

David Ashworth of Nephi, Utah, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020, at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, in Provo, Utah, after an immediate decline in health. He was 60. David was born March 2, 1960 in Payson, Utah, to Bill Ray and Isabell Norma King Ashworth. He was the youngest of five children. 

David graduated from Payson High School in 1978 and married Lorie Jacobson on January 9, 1981. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti, Utah temple on October 10, 1987. 

He was employed by Smith’s Food and Drug and worked as a baker until 1989 when he switched careers, graduating from POST and entering into public service. After 24 years as an officer, David retired from the Utah Department of Corrections. 

Together, David and Lorie raised four children: Kyle, Shellie, Tyson and Bryson in Payson, Fayette and Nephi, Utah.  

In 1990, at the young age of 30, David was diagnosed with colon cancer. He beat the seemingly insurmountable odds and survived a cancer that—in different variations—was also diagnosed in his parents and siblings. Over the last few years the effects of his early cancer treatments took a toll on his body. We acknowledge and are grateful for the more than thirty extra years that we got to share with David and mourn that he had so much more life to enjoy. 

Dave, like his father, was an avid scouter. Scoutmaster was the calling he was most known for in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Many memories of him are correlated with scout camps, merit badges, Courts of Honor and Eagle projects. He influenced the lives of hundreds of young men and their families. Dave believed in building strong youth who would value hard work, good food, and discipline. 

David was an avid outdoorsman. He spent many seasons hunting with his children, and risking life (and limb) retrieving game on his faithful Honda three-wheeler. Many memories were made on hillsides, goose blinds, duck boats, and barbed-wire fences chasing pheasants. David enjoyed his retirement years fishing and camping with his eternal companion. Together, he, Lorie and their dog, Khloe, would blanket the highways in the motorhome with the fishing boat in tow. He enjoyed harvest photos and always dreamed of the next hunt—even for just the stories. 

Dave was a simple man with quick wit and an enormous heart. He was also stubborn—a gift he passed to each of his children. He was able to joke easily and found the perfect opportunities to make people laugh. David was an excellent baker and cook, talents that he was always willing to share. He will fondly be remembered for his baked beans, marinated turkey, and extra-generous portions of food. 

David Ashworth is survived by his wife, Lorie who he cherished and loved completely; and his four children: Kyle Ashworth of Mountain Green, Utah, Shellie Ashworth of Nephi, Tyson (Amanda) Ashworth of Nephi and Bryson (Krystal) Ashworth of Nephi. He is mourned by eight grandchildren who were the lights of his life: Jaken, Kasen, Kaylee, Maddie, Avery, Brynlee, Mason, and Brogan. 

He is preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings save, Sharon Ashworth Huntsman (Brian) of Levan, Utah. 

A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 4, 2020 from 6-8 pm at the Anderson Funeral Home, 94 West 300 North, Nephi, Utah. Funeral services will be held grave-side on December 5, 2020, 12:00 p.m., at the Vine Bluff Cemetery, 1200 North 400 East, Nephi, Utah.

Funeral services are under the care and direction of Anderson Funeral home in Nephi, Utah. Please adhere to all COVID-19 guidelines. Honor services provided by the Utah Department of Corrections Honor Guard. 

 

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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. 

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”

~ Helen Keller 

RANDY D. HERRICK

Randy D. Herrick, 52, died on November 23, 2020 in West Valley City, Utah. 

He was born September 27, 1968 in San Jose, California to Glen Leroy and Patricia Ann (Keitsock) Herrick. As a young boy, he moved to Payson, Utah where he spent his teenage years. He chose to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Rochester, NY mission. He was married to his love, Teresa (Martinez) Herrick in 1994.

Randy was an angel sent to Teresa, when she was a single mother. He helped raise 5 of her 7 children. He was a humble man, that had a big heart. He enjoyed the scouting program and was an Eagle Scout. He got their sons involved in Boy Scouts, as well as boxing. He loved to travel with Teresa and took her all over the world. He was an open minded individual and was very thoughtful of others. He is going to be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. 

He is survived by his wife, Teresa; his stepchildren; his father, Glen Herrick; his sisters, Tracy Henderson (Brandon); Holly Herrick and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by: Patricia Herrick (Mother); Brian Herrick (Brother) and Carol Herrick (Stepmother). 

A vigil service will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at Neil O’Donnell Funeral Home, 372 East 100 South SLC, where friends may call from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. at The Cathedral of The Madeline, 331 East South Temple SLC, Utah. 

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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

 

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

BRYSON ROSS McQUIVEY

Wednesday, December 18th, 2002 - Tuesday, November 24th, 2020

  

Our beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, and friend to so many, passed peacefully at his home on November 24, 2020 surrounded by loved ones. Bryson fought cancer valiantly for 10 months and is a hero to us all.

Bryson was born on December 18, 2002 in Provo, Utah to Chris McQuivey and Marci Orchard. He moved with his family to Spanish Fork when he was 6 months old, where he would live out his life. The friends he would make in his beloved hometown were priceless and eternal.

From the moment he was born, Bryson was a happy child. His smile and laugh were contagious, and you couldn’t help but want to be around him. At an early age, he enjoyed any type of sport. Like most kids, he was attracted to anything that bounced, rolled, could be kicked or thrown. And as much as his parents wanted him to do it all, the ball he loved most was the one that spiraled. This is where his heart was.

Growing up, his cousins were some of his best friends, and still are. As he progressed through school, he was blessed to always have a friend by his side, and usually many. His friends brought him so much joy.

Bryson had a few great loves. One was the outdoors. He loved hunting with his dad, brothers and family. And hiking for treasures with his mom, cousins, aunts and uncles. But it didn’t matter who he was with, he just wanted to be outside.

He had a special place in his heart for each of his brothers and sisters and the reunion in heaven between them will be joyous.

Another great love was music. Bryson loved to sing at the top of his lungs and didn’t care who was watching. Whether it was the radio or one of his playlists, it was a gift to hear him sing and dance, primarily in the car. It was an outward display of the joy that he continually had inside his soul. Music was his favorite way to express his feelings.

Bryson’s last year of life was incredible in many ways. When he learned of his cancer, we all mourned together momentarily, and before any of the rest of us were ready, he wanted to know the plan. He wanted to get to work.

Bryson encountered many challenges, many disappointments, but also many miracles. Mourning first, his ability to play football. He cried, he grieved, and then he got up with faith and hope and continued the fight.

His ability to endure was inspiring to each of us. He courageously led the way. Win or lose, each battle he faced made him stronger. Maybe not physically, but in spirit. And his relationship with his Creator and Savior was reinforced. He began to realize it wasn’t his parents or the doctors that were going to save him, but the Savior Jesus Christ. He also began to learn that this is where true peace would come from. No words from his family would suffice.

Those of us left behind are mourning his smiles, his hugs, his humor, his laugh, and his ability to make people feel loved. His forgiving heart, his compassion, his music, his late-night talks. Holding his hand, his wrestles, his big blue eyes, and the occasional impatience with his siblings. His shoes, his hats, the way he could throw a football on a dime. His quiet strength, his positive outlook, his deer spotting, and precious “triangle” stone finding abilities. His companionship and unconditional love. And most of all, his willingness to submit to the Lord’s plan, which we will continually be trying to emulate.

He is survived by his parents Chris and Merissa McQuivey, Terry and Marci Orchard. Siblings: Devin, Ryelyn, Kraesen, Krue, and Kade McQuivey, Abby and Austin Orchard. Grandparents Kirk and Lana McQuivey, Mike and Mary Jensen, Terry Sr. and Robyn Orchard. Along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, including ‘Da Boyz’.

Preceded in death, embraced and welcomed home by his Grandparents Ken and Kathy Stilson.

A public viewing will be held Friday, December 4th, 2020 from 5:00 – 9:00 at the Hobble Creek Golf Course Club House, 94 Hobble Creek Canyon Road, Springville, Utah.

Masks and social distancing are required.

If possible, please carpool and come as families. In order to allow for enough parking, social distancing and minimal wait time, we ask that families with the last names beginning with A-M come between the hours of 5-7, and last names beginning with N-Z come between 7-9, but this is just a request. Please participate any way you can.

You may also view the funeral services live at:
https://www.youtube.com/kevinallgaier

Viewers can sign in 30 minutes before. Upon sign in, click on the “Live Stream” icon at the top labeled “Bryson McQuivey’s Funeral”.

Friends and family may sign the guest book and share memories of Bryson at www.springcreekmortuary.com.

FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES will be held, because of Covid Restrictions, by invitation only on Saturday, December 5th, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing for those attending the in-person funeral Saturday from 9-10:30.

Interment will be in the Mapleton Cemetery. 620 West Maple Street, directly after the funeral.

 

Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

 "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

 Mary Helen Wilson Davis

Helen was born June 14, 1933 to Lloyd H. and Eleen McClellan Wilson in Payson, Utah. She passed away from natural causes with early stages of dementia on November 23, 2020.

She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

She married Wesley Davis in 1956. His career in the U.S. Navy took them to many places until his retirement in 1972 when they settled in Payson.

Helen loved her family and the times they spent together. Her four sisters were her best friends.

She is survived by her son Mark Wesley and his wife Brenda, grandchildren Amanda (Justin) Cingolani, Amber (Adam) Proctor, and Daniel Mark Davis (Tyson Dean), great-grandchildren Jaxon and Anthony Cingolani, Kodi, Johnathan, Hayden, Evan, and Ryan Proctor. She is also survived by her sisters Gayle Olson, Donna Peery, Kay Hansen, and Linda Renzello.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Jaye, and her husband Wesley.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.

A special thanks to Bristol Hospice, Richard Porter and his staff of Seasons of Santaquin for their love and care.

A private family graveside will be held.

Condolences may be extended to the family through www.walkermemorials.com

 

 

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Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

BARTON LEONARD RYAN

Barton Leonard Ryan passed away on the night of Saturday, November 14, 2020, at 83 years old. Bart was born on January 8, 1937 in Salt Lake City. During his early years, his family lived just outside the North Lily Mine; they eventually moved to Eureka, where Bart graduated from Tintic High School in 1955.

After briefly attending the University of Utah, Bart married Connie Morgan in 1955, and they had three children: Craig, Blake, and Shelley. They settled in Goshen, while Bart worked as a mechanic at the Dragon Mine in Silver City for nearly twenty years. They later moved to Payson, with Bart working as a welder for Geneva Steel. One final career change took Bart and Connie to Delta, where he worked as a maintenance supervisor for Intermountain Power Plant. As empty- nesters in Delta, they enjoyed their life as grandparents, frequently babysitting their grandchildren and hosting family get-togethers. After Connie’s passing in 1996, Bart married Lynda Sue Hancock, and they continued to live in Delta until 2014, when they moved to Santaquin.

Bart will be remembered for many things, among them his kindness, his compassion, and his work ethic. He could fix anything and build everything, and he was a meticulous organizer: in every vehicle he drove, he kept a logbook detailing every oil change, tire change, tuneup, etc. His garage and workshop were sights to behold, with every item neatly in place. He once said he had never been bored in his life because he kept a daily checklist close by, and there were always more things to do on it. His grandchildren will surely remember his wise aphorisms (“Don’t take any wooden nickels”). He was a lifelong member of the Tintic Elks Lodge #711.

After working long days and long weeks for over forty years, Bart took up a new hobby in his retirement: he became an avid golfer. In his twilight years, he spent his time spoiling his dogs and watching every single University of Utah basketball and football game. He enjoyed supporting his grandchildren in all of their endeavors, going to coutless sporting and musical events, and helping them through their education.

Bart is survived by his wife, Lynda; his sister, Shanna (Tom) Kokal; his children, Craig (Barbara), Blake (Carla), and Shelley (Brad Bateman); his step children  Tracy Jensen, Gail Ann Brown, Cindy Duhon, and Chris Warnick; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Arthur Ryan and Eleanor LaVon Drussell; his wife, Connie Ryan; his sister, Bonnie Newman; his daughter-in-law, Carla Ann Ryan, and his grandson, Barton Craig Ryan.

We’d like to thank Richard Porter and the staff at Seasons of Santaquin, Bristol Hospice and Ciara for their loving care of dad.

Condolences may be sent to www.walkermemorials.com

Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

 JAMES ROBERT WILSON

James Robert Wilson, 78, of Payson, Utah, passed away on November 6, 2020 at his home. James was born on August 10, 1942 in Payson, Utah to Woodrow and “Jerry” Jessie Faye Deaver Wilson. He married Connie Curtis in Salt Lake City on March 24, 1966.

Jim served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corp for six years during the Gulf War. He was a member of the American Legion. Jim graduated from Payson High School and received his BS in Business from the University of Utah in 1965. Over the years he held accounting, management, and controller positions with Litton Industries, U&I Sugar, Becton Dickinson, Eaton Kenway and Stone Container/Premier Tech, and he was Secretary-Treasurer on the Board of Utah Lake Water Users Association (ULWUA) from the early 1980s to 2020.

As a teenager, Jim trained and competed in boxing with Stan’s Boxing Club in Utah and at the Golden Gloves in Las Vegas. Jim learned mechanics from his Dad Woody and loved building hot rods and going to car shows (especially with his son), drag racing, riding motorcycles (Harley trips and rides with his daughter), collecting guns and shooting with his children and grandson. The family spent many memorable weekends at Yuba camping and boating.

He was an Elder in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Jim is survived by his wife Connie Wilson, children Angela Wilson Mosteller (Barry) of Orinda, California; Matthew James Wilson (Ally) of Sandy, Utah; grandchildren Barron Mosteller and Leah Lane Mosteller; and brother Kayo B. Wilson (Sue) of St. George, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Jerry Wilson.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 1 p.m. at the Payson City Cemetery, 400 North 800 East, Payson. A visitation will be held Wednesday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah.

Due to COVID 19, face masks and social distancing are required.

Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

 

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

GEORGE REX ELMER

George Rex Elmer, loving husband, father, and friend passed away peacefully due to complications from pneumonia (non Covid related) on November 4, 2020.

George was born on January 27, 1944 in Bingham, Utah to Rex & Wilma Elmer. He grew up in Payson, Utah and attended Payson High school where he participated in band, basketball, football and track.

He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the North Western States Mission. He loved serving his mission and spoke of that time and the area fondly.

He married the late Jane Williams on March 3,1967 in the Salt Lake City Temple.

He attended Brigham Young University where he earned his Bachelors of Science degree and Masters Degree in Education. He spent over 30 years educating youth. He started his career at Kennedy Jr High, and went on to teach at Granger High School, and Grantsville High School. Drafting, computer aided drafting and woodshop were subjects he taught, but he taught his students so much more. Often his students got a surprise lesson on poetry, grammar, or manners. He loved to teach. He was a master.

On February 15, 1980 he married the love of his life, Shirlynn Ruth Wayman. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple. She was his best friend, his partner in all things, and he loved her with everything he had. Shirlynn loved her “sweetheart” deeply, stood by him, and served him devoutly. 

He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served diligently in many callings. The callings he enjoyed most involved teaching. His testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ was paramount in his life. He lived, and shared his love of the gospel willingly. 

George had a lifelong passion for horses. He spent years riding, showing, training, and breeding them. When he wasn't spending time with his horses, he was busy making sawdust. He was a gifted wood worker and turned award winning art pieces on a lathe.

More than anything, he loved being a Father and Grandfather. He made sure all of his children knew that he loved them “no matter what”. He gave each child and grandchild a unique nickname. He taught us the value of hard work, how to laugh at life, the importance of forgiveness, and so much more. Our big, beautiful, blended family will deeply miss his amazing Dad hugs, his Fathers’ blessings, and his advice. 

He leaves behind his beautiful wife Shirlynn, his dear sisters, Kay (Larry) Darton, Riverton, and Mae Ewell Genola, and his children John (LeeAnn) Elmer, Tooele; Rebecca (Randy) Jackson, Salt Lake City; David (Brittany) Elmer, West Valley; Julie

(Ben) Gowans, Payson; Kathryn Webb (Joe Lasky), Murray; Steven Elmer (Chrissy Stacey), Iowa; Richard (Jennifer) Willams, Murray; and Angela (Justin) McBride, Stansbury; 23 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Jane, brother in law, Kendall Ewell, and his Granddaughter “Sweet Ellie Girl”.  

A viewing will be held Monday November 9th from 6-8 pm at the chapel on 81 N. Church Street, Grantsville, UT. A private funeral service will be held on November 10th at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at approximately 1:30 pm at the Payson City Cemetery, 400 N. 800 E. Payson Utah.

The funeral services will be streamed live via Zoom at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87396189710

Mourning the Passing of Friends: Forthcoming Funeral Service

 

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.

All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ~ Helen Keller 

Milton Leigh Friedli

March 12, 1935 – November 3, 2020

Hard working, a tease, compassionate, God fearing, animal lover are just a few ways anyone who knew Milt would describe him. His love for family and a good joke helped all around him to feel God’s love and he was quick to let anyone know just how much he loved them, even in his passing days.

Milt will continue to love his four kids and their spouses: Dart (Debbie), Greg (Tawnee), Alan (Bill), and Teresa (Dale), from beyond the veil, hand in hand with his wife M. JaNae Greene Friedli who he joined early Tuesday morning in a peaceful sleep.

Milt will be missed by all he served including his amazing friends at The Peteetneet, his grandkids, great-grandkids, and his dog Cosmo who has been his constant companion the last eighteen months. Milt’s family would like to thank his nurse Korin, CNA Chelsea and all others who have supported them during this time.

 An intimate graveside service will be held at the Smithfield cemetery on Saturday November 7th at 11 a.m.