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 

Derek Lafferty

Derek Sparks Lafferty, age 47, passed away December 18, 2020, in Hurricane, Utah. He was born June 3, 1973, to Mark Calvin Lafferty and Lanna Rae Daley Lafferty in Brownwood, Texas.

Derek graduated from Payson High School in 1991 where he was a member of the student council, lettered in wrestling and track, and was a member of the choral group, Trouvères.

Derek had a great love of music. He attended Dixie College on a choral scholarship and was a member of the Chamber Choir. He then attended Utah State University where he was involved in the music and theater programs.

Derek was a skilled carpenter and spent several years doing set construction for the movie industry in Los Angeles. One of his favorite things to do was to travel around the country.

Derek got his love for the outdoors from his father. Together they enjoyed many hunting trips on Dry Mountain and fishing excursions to Alaska and Queen Charlotte Island.

Derek married Lesley Ann Daniels on November 23, 1996, in Payson, Utah. They were later divorced.

He is survived by his children Mazie Lafferty, Malachi Sparks Lafferty, Kahliapi Rose Lafferty and their mother Lesley Ann Daniels; his son Benjamin Sparks Lafferty and Ben’s mother Leilani (Sammi) Trusler; his parents Mark and Lanna Lafferty; his siblings Alaine (Nathan) Meek, Rachelle (Greg) Arlint, Marianne (Adam) Davis, Jonathon Lafferty, and Becky (Johnny) Foster.

The family would like to thank all of those who have loved Derek throughout his life.

Private family services were held Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at the Payson City Cemetery.

 

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 

Delcia Geist Hill (De)

Born October 17, 1947 in Burbank CA to George R. and B. Eileen Geist.  She married the love of her life on September 14^th 1968, and was sealed in the temple September 14th 1970.

She is survived by her husband Nolan Hill, her children: Jennifer R. (Ricky) Lamont, Elizabeth S. (Matthew) Hill, Hannah C. Anderson, Parley R. (Melanie) Hill, and Ted Hill. Her grandchildren are Dayvid, Sadie, Maycen, Gavin, Sophie, Anthony, Reiker, Keyan, Remington, David, and Katelyn Hunsaker. Her two sisters are Alice (Loren) Rucker and Louise M Geist.

This is a time of rejoicing, celebrations, peace and reunions. I am looking forward to being with my parents and extended family. I will be hunting down those elusive ancestors that didn’t want to be found!!

As a convert to the LDS church, I fully understand how close I really was to the Holy Spirit; how much I truly know that our Heavenly Father and Jesus are real – very real in our lives.

In the hymn “Each Life That Touches Ours for Good” these words have always had special meaning to me. I pray that I have touched the life of someone in a good way. To those I have offended, I beg forgiveness. To all who have touched my life in so many ways, I thank and love you!

Most of all, to each of my children and grandchildren, know of my love for each of you. We never hugged enough, you were never too big to sit in my lap and hug. No one EVER hugs enough! My children are my greatest accomplishment in life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas In Payson

The Payson Chronicle is fortunate to share a building with a creative group of business owners. Our office is located in the Commercial Place complex at 145 East Utah Avenue, Payson, along with Curl Up & Dye, Joe Coffee & Espresso, and Permanent Cosmetics by Trudy. Thanks to these businesses' proprietors, we are able to experience Christmas in a magnificent way, with no effort on our part.

Here is a glimpse of Trudy’s shop decked out for the holidays. Her place is a beauty year round, but it is especially lovely during holidays.

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Discover mementos from the BEEHIVE STATE HERE.

Downtown Payson All Decked Out

 

Colorful by day, illuminated at night: Downtown Payson's quite a sight this Christmas season. 

In Our December 16, 2020 Edition

 

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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 

 ALTA JOSEPHINE DURRANT

Alta Josephine Durrant passed away December 11, 2020. 

Alta was born to James Monroe Durrant and Echo Patricia Haynes Durrant November 25, 1938 in Payson, Utah, in the same house she spent the rest of her life in, surrounded by family she loved.

 It is impossible to mention Alta without mentioning her sister Klara as they did almost everything together. Alta and Klara were inseparable, living together essentially from Klara’s birth to Alta’s death. Trips to visit Klara and Alta were always something to look forward to, full of laughter and joy as Klara and Alta would tease each other over anything and everything. The stories they would share about each other were simultaneously amusing and touching. They were true examples of the love and bonds of sisterhood. 

Alta never married or had children of her own, so she considered her nieces, nephews and their children and grandchildren as her own. Life was never dull with Aunt Alta around, especially when she chose to break out in song. Her many nieces and nephews will remember the adventurous times spent with Alta: family dinners and parties with her macaroni salad, road trips all over the western United States, sleepovers, and of course the annual event of putting up the Christmas tree and decorations.

When Alta worked at Barbizon, she cultivated deep friendships with her coworkers while representing them as a union representative as well as during the daily carpool. She loved working there and many of her stories would begin with “when I was at Barbizon.” She honed many of her creative skills working there that turned into hobbies throughout her life. She spent countless hours knitting, crocheting or embroidering intricate Christmas stockings, baby blessing outfits, blankets, religious clothing, and many other items for family that became treasured gifts and expressions of her love. Though Alta talked a lot and was more than willing to share her mind, she struggled to say how she felt about “her kids.” Her actions spoke louder than words. 

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Alta had the opportunity to serve in various callings, though her favorite was by far serving as a ward librarian. She was able to find many ways to serve others in that calling and enjoyed the challenge of finding what would best fit the requests and needs of her ward family. She also enjoyed the calling as it allowed her to serve with Klara. Alta is survived by her sister Klara Jean. She was preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, James Monroe Durrant, Jr., and Thomas Haynes Durrant.

There will be a private family service Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson. A private visitation will be held from 10- 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. She will be interred at the Payson City Cemetery.  There will be a Livestream of the funeral service available on Alta’s obituary page on Walker Funeral Home’s website.

Life will be a little duller without Alta’s singing, laughter, and conversation. Her spark and enjoyment of life will be missed by those who knew her, loved her and were loved by her. God be with you till we meet again.

 

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 

LYNN THOMAS WRIDE

Lynn Thomas Wride, the Rock of our family, our Father, Grandfather, and Eternal companion to our Mom was called home on December 11th at the age of 84.

We are saddened as a family that such a kind and giving soul, who gave so much of himself to others, has left this earth; but we know and are comforted that we will see him again.

Lynn Thomas Wride was born on June 4th, 1936 in Telegraph, Utah, located at the top of Bingham Canyon, to Francis (Frank) and Wilma Elmer Wride.

Lynn moved to Benjamin Utah when he was one year old and lived there until he was 18, growing up and working on the family farm.

He attended Spanish Fork High School where he played on the basketball team, the football team and the fast pitch softball team in Benjamin. He was an excellent student.  He graduated from Spanish Fork high school and went on to attend Brigham Young University with an emphasis in business management.

He served a Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to  The Southwest Indian Mission, which encompassed the area of the 4 corners. He touched many lives and was instrumental in helping many people come unto Christ.

His plan when he returned home from serving his mission was to play basketball and football for Snow College where he played football, but he left the basketball team to enlist in the Army. He began active-duty training on Dec. 8th, 1958. He was proud to serve his country and his love for this country was third only to his love of his Family and His God and the Gospel he held so dear to his heart.

He married his sweetheart, Lorraine Maestas Wride on November, 26th, 1960 in the Los Angeles Temple. They shared a wonderful marriage of 60 years, during which they raised their six children and many foster children. They built a home in West Mountain, where they raised their family on 10 acres of land. This was his pride and joy as he loved to farm. He was able to have and ride horses, which Lynn was very passionate about.  He really enjoyed residing on the West Mountain and the people he was surrounded by there. West Mountain was home to him.

Lynn worked for BYU and Jones Paint and Glass, and then later in 1977, He started and operated Wride’s Glass Company located at 825 W Utah Avenue, in Payson, serving the community for many years with the help of all his children and his wife.

Lynn loved the Lord and loved the Gospel of Jesus Christ with all of his heart. His testimony has touched so many through the years. He has served in many capacities throughout the years. He was a Bishop twice, a counselor in the Bishopric twice, served on the High Council, and served as a Branch President at the MTC. He also loved serving 9 years as a temple worker, and served two full-time missions. The second one to the Canary Islands, in Spain with his loving wife. He truly was happy in the service of God.

Our Dad lived an amazing 84 years of life. Everything he did, he did at 110%. To know him, was to love him. He touched many lives with his kindness and genuine caring for everyone he met. He had an amazing ability to make you feel like you were his favorite. He always showed us the example of what true integrity is.  A promise made, was a promise kept with him. He was such a great example of Christlike love to everyone around him.

He loved his wife, and all of his family fiercely. He loved his Heavenly Father and his Elder brother Jesus Christ and that was evident through the way he lived his life.

He is loved and will be missed by many.

We look forward to the day that we will see him again.  For now, the great example and legacy he instilled in those around him will live on through his children and grandchildren.

WE LOVE YOU DAD!!

Lynn is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Wanda Nielson, and Afton Sheffield and one brother, Neldon Wride.

He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Wride, and his children, Sherilynn (Pete) Wisnom , Lance (Tewa) Wride, Trent (Amber) Wride, Shelley (Rod) Heaton, Shawn (Alesha) Wride, and Troy (Sheryl) Wride. 36 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his two sisters, Elaine Schramm Wilson, and Margene (Wayne) Snow.

He leaves behind his great legacy, his example and his testimony that has been ingrained in each of us.

A viewing will be held on Friday, December 18th, 2020 from 6-8 pm at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson. There will also be a viewing from 9:30-10:30 am for Family and close friends on Saturday, December 19th, 2020 followed by his Memorial Service at 11:00 am both held in the West Mountain Church, 5237 West 10400 South, Payson where he served in the Bishopric for so many years. (3 miles west on Utah Avenue) Interment will be at the Payson City Cemetery, 400 North 800 East, Payson.

With the COVID concerns there will also be a live stream link that will be provided on the Walker Funeral Home website for those who wish to join us at this celebration of his life. We are well aware of how dangerous this virus is to some people. Because we already lost Dad to this ugly virus, for those of you that would like to honor Dad in person, let’s be diligent in following the Covid guidelines whenever there is a gathering, and be diligent in doing these so that we can keep it from spreading as we meet to honor him. Please social distance where possible and know that masks will be 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 

YVONNE MURNIN

Murl Yvonne Murnin was born in Park City, Utah to Harold & Lola Johnson on May 30, 1931.  Married James F. Murnin in 1952 and made their home in Snyderville, where her and Jim raised their six children.  After marrying Jim, Yvonne joined the Catholic Church.  She was active in St. Mary’s Altar Society, serving as President, Secretary & teaching Catechism.  She was also active in the PTA.  She retired as the Justice Court Clerk of Summit County, Utah.  Yvonne enjoyed golfing, cross country skiing, hiking and just spending time with her family who she loved more than anything in the world.  Her beloved husband/our beloved father, James Murnin passed away in 1983. 

Yvonne married Victor Fontana in 1993 & moved to Payson, Utah.  Active at San Andres Parish, serving as Treasurer for three years and Secretary for two years.  Vic passed away in 2002.  Yvonne lived in Midway after leaving Payson in 2006, with the last 3.5 years in Assisted Living.  She passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at 3:30 a.m. due to complications of Covid Pneumonia. 

Yvonne is survived by her six children:  James Murnin, John Murnin, Gayle Murnin Kilgore (husband, Gary Kilgore), Teresa Murnin Zimmerman (husband Dan Zimmerman), Jeff Murnin (wife Kathy Murnin), Marlene Murnin Hatch.  Her sister Barbara Laymon (husband Don Laymon), Brother Raymond Jordan (wife Nora Jordan).  Her grandchildren:  Amber, Tiffanie, Jeremy, Justin, Connor, Marlee, Luke, Elizah & Micah.  Great Grandchildren: Killion & Poppy. 

We will sincerely miss our precious, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister & friend.  Yvonne was a very strong woman; the most sincere, loving and caring person, and everyone who knew her, loved her so very much.  We have been blessed to have her in our lives, to teach us, give us direction, and most of all her unconditional love, hope & faith.  We want to sincerely thank Hospice and Caregivers who cared for her with the compassionate & loving care they provided to her prior to & before her passing.  It has been extremely difficult and heartbreaking during this pandemic for family & friends not able to spend time in person with their loved ones before passing, (hugging them, holding their hands and just being there with them as we are during a usual process of a loved one’s passing on).  We cannot thank those who were at her side enough.  We want to pray for our mother and all those who have lost their lives through this pandemic and their families.  We also pray that you all embrace your loved ones and stay safe as it can take a precious life so quickly.  We are having a private funeral due to Covid & will hold a celebration of life for family & friends, hopefully on her birthday May 30, 2021.  Love & God Bless to All.

On-line condolences and obituary can be found at www.probstfamilyfunerals.com

 

In This Week's Edition: December 9, 2020

 

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 SHIRLEY WILSON

August 28, 1952 - November 30, 2020

 

On November 30th, 2020, After months of fighting valiantly with complications related to heart failure, David Shirley Wilson, 68, stepped through the door to the great beyond. On that beautiful morning, David was surrounded hand in hand with his sweet eternal companion and his four loving children. David shared his love and testimony to the very end, he was ready and prepared for his next calling in Heaven. David moved on with satisfaction at his life’s work and looked forward to his reunion with friends and family that joyously welcomed him home.

David is and will always be a Superman to many.  To his friends and family he was an amazing storyteller, mentor, teacher, adventurer, hard-worker, service oriented, comedian, mediator, and best friend.

David was born to Shirley and Helen Wilson on August 28, 1952 in Payson, Utah. He was the oldest brother to his six brothers and sisters: Dennis, Diana, Lisa, Fran, Douglas, and Kent. Together they were raised by goodly parents who taught them how to love and serve others. David’s mother always said he was “a good son.” In their elder years he took care of his parents faithfully; regularly visiting and bringing meals weekly as their health failed them. He also cherished the trips and memories he experienced with his siblings while growing up and as adults. He missed his parents a great deal after they passed away and was happy for the reunion he had with them at his passing.

David married his eternal companion, Colleen Menlove, in the Manti LDS Temple on October 3, 1974.  They made their homes in Payson and Santaquin, Utah where they made many wonderful memories and friendships.  In Payson and Santaquin they raised their children and worked together to raise them to do what was right.  The greatest lessons being to always work hard and to serve the Lord with all your might.  He was the best Dad ever. David and Colleen spent any free time with each other, they loved long drives together, date nights, and their Friday nights serving in the Payson Temple with each other. Being in the truest sense partners and best friends.  David’s favorite thing to do was travel with his wife and children—it’s those adventures that created ever lasting friendships and love with each other and united his family. David and Colleen in the last decade achieved their goals of traveling abroad to the English Isle’s, France, Germany, Austria and Italy. But, the simple family road trips around the United States were always his favorite—he had a knack for stopping at every historical sign on his way to his destination.

David loved education; he attended Parkview and Peteetneet Elementary Schools, and was a graduating member of the Payson High School Class of 1970. He also received his Bachelor Degree in History and Business from Brigham Young University. For David, every day was a chance to learn more.  He loved history; his home and personal study always had dozens of history books that he voraciously read. He believed in recording your own history and did himself record his history with 100s of personal journals, 1000s of pictures of his family’s adventures, and careful compilations of his own life history.    

David was always an overachiever especially in his own business, which he learned from his father and then eventually took over, Shirley Wilson Seat Covers in Provo, Utah.  As an upholsterer he was known as the area’s best for restoration projects, automobiles, and boats.  He restored numerous vintage cars; his sewing and design skills were always the best quality.  His own project was a vintage Willys Jeep that he restored for his father to ride in the Payson Onion Days Parade. 

David was a lifelong and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  He served in the Tennessee/Kentucky Mission from 1971-1973. He also loved every calling he had in his life; Elder’s Quorum President, Young Men’s Leader,Bishopric Counselor, Bishop, nursery worker, Sunday School Teacher, and most recently Payson Temple Worker and the Executive Secretary for the Santaquin Young Single Adults Ward.  He was of great influence to many young men and women in the Payson and Santaquin wards who consider him one of their favorite leaders as he was an example of good works and having great faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Many weekends of his life he attended and provided service hours for innumerable service projects. He was called by many, “Mr. Scout.” After years of service in the BSA organization, David received the Silver Beaver Award. 

David was a good man and well loved by many. Most will remember his exuberant chuckle, the regular twinkle in his eye, and his ability to tell an amazing tale around the fire or to his grandchildren at each visit. He leaves a legacy of goodness, of giving, of sacrifice, and of devotion to the Lord. We are thankful for those who have served him in the last months and will continue to serve his family in the days and years to come.

David is survived by his loving wife Colleen, his four children;  Melissa (David) Martin, Karen (Calvin) Simpson, Ryan (Emilee) Wilson, and Jared Wilson.  And his 15 well-loved, grandpa taught  grandchildren: Addie, Joseph, Alyse, Grayson, Isabel, Ethan, Gordon, Abigail, Harrison, Taggart, Monson, Gabriel, Layla, Matilda, and Oliver.  His favorite Mother-in-Law Jerrolyn Menlove.  His siblings Dennis (Michelle) Wilson, Diana (Daniel) Steele, Lisa (Terry) Montague, Fran (James) Whitchurch, Douglas (Jill) Wilson, and Kent (Giane) Wilson.  He was preceded in death by his mother Helen Wilson, father Shirley Wilson, his father-in-law Joseph Menlove and his granddaughter Annie Marie Simpson.  Also, preceded in death by many dear friends who he now joins in new adventures and callings in Heaven.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at the Santaquin City Center church, 90 South 200 East, Santaquin Utah at 11:30 AM.  A viewing will be held before the service from 9:00-11:00 AM. A short prayer service and gathering will be held at the Payson City Cemetery, after the funeral, where he will be interred.  We want those who would like to pay their respects to be able to do so.  We will do our best to provide a safe, socially distanced visitation line, and appropriately spaced out seating arrangements for the service. Therefore, there will be limited seating in the chapel–The service will be streamed over YouTube (Click Here For LiveStream) and a recording will be provided.  Also the option of coming by the cemetery for the short graveside service is available.  Because of current concerns, those in attendance are encouraged to wear masks and to practice social distancing.   

“Heaven is right here.”  -David Wilson