Our loving husband, father, grandpa, and son Gilbert Mondragon passed away Dec. 13, 2014, in San Tan Valley, Arizona. He was born and raised in Tooele, Utah to Levi and Cande Mondragon on Oct. 19, 1946. Gilbert loved being outdoors, especially when he was deer hunting and fishing in Settlement and Middle canyons. He married the love of his life, Effie. Together, they had five children and were married just short of 50 years. Gilbert always seemed to know if someone was having a bad day and would always try to make you smile. When he entered a room he would light up and yell “Hi ya, Hi ya, Hi ya!” He loved to joke around and scare you when you least expected it and you would be mad at first, but then you both would end up laughing, cursing you were going to get him back one day. He loved all kinds of animals, especially dogs. His last best friend, “Dirtball,” was right by his side ’til the end. He was awarded the Purple Heart during the Vietnam War, where he served as a Company Armorer in the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving son, Khristain; brothers-in-law Bill Boulard, Ronnie and Ross Atencio; nephew, Jason Crossley; and his beloved dog, “Jazz.” Survived by his devoted wife, Effie; his children, Melani (Ed) Stone, Pete, Mandee (Scott) McClanahan, Matthew (Jo) Mondragon; his sisters, Gloria, Jenny, Edna, and Angie; 13 grandchildren, Lainy, Tesla, Eddie, Brayden, Zackary, Zaviaar, Ivy, Tori, Ozzy, Chloe, Harper, Greyson, and Danika; lifelong friends; and many nieces and nephews who he loved very much. The family is planning a private celebration of his life. A graveside service will be held with full military honors in Phoenix, Ariz., on Dec. 22, 2014 at noon. His presence in our family and all those who knew him will be missed more than we can begin to say. We loved you so much, Dadarella, and will miss you terribly. Rest in peace, Dad, and give Khristain a big hug and a kiss for us! In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gilbert Mondragon Memorial Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank.

Ronald Dean Hammond, 66, passed away Nov. 17, 2014 at Salem Hospital, Salem, Oregon. Family was with him when he passed. He was born in Tooele, Utah, on Jan. 23, 1948 to Dean K. and Betty Jo (VanNess) Hammond. Ron grew up in Toole and graduated from Tooele High in 1966. He served in the US Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for the United States Postal Service for 36 years, retiring in 2003 as postmaster of Junction City, Oregon. He enjoyed bonfires, and family. He married Sharon Jenkins on Nov. 9, 1968 in Ogden, Utah. They had three children. Surviving are his wife, Sharon, of Keizer, Oregon; his daughters; Darci Chappell, Junction City, Oregon; Heather Thompson, Keizer, Oregon; son Matthew Hammond, Harlem, Ga.; 10 grandchildren, five nieces and one nephew. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Steven K. Hammond. A celebration of life was held for him at The Scandia Hall in Junction City, Oregon, on Nov. 23, 2014. 

Della Lee Rich passed away Dec. 16, 2014. She was born Dec. 17, 1931 in Joplin, Mo., to Edison Caldwell and Vada Shumaker Caldwell. She was married to Harold Elmer Rich in El Monte, California, and sealed in the Los Angeles Temple. She is survived by son Robert Jay Carrell, daughter Debra Ann Mathews, Andrea Lee Cox, brother Gary Caldwell, sister Geneva Brooks, and sister Billie Tullai. She has eight grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren. Memorial service will be held at The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints Pinehurst building, 196 N. Pinehurst Ave., Tooele, Utah. A viewing will be held at the Metcalf Mortuary chapel, located at 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah, on Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. Graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at the Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive in St. George. 

Arthur M. Mikesell, born April 9, 1935 in Salt Lake City to Albert Mikesell and Edna Wilson, went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 17, 2014, with his loving wife by his side after battling Parkinson’s for 18 years. Arthur became a resident of Tooele at the age of six and retired from the Tooele Army Depot after 35 years of service. Art was an avid fisherman and expressed his love of nature in his many beautiful paintings and the twisted scrub mahogany lamps he crafted. Art is survived by the love of his life, his wife Ellen; his twin sister, Arlene M. Larson (husband Laren); sister Jane Copley; and children Garrett Riley (wife Lisa), Cara Lee Riley, Cynthia Gillette (husband Ephraim), Kathryn Johnson (husband Rick), and Patricia Albers (husband Randy); 14 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 12 nieces and nephews. Art proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and served faithfully at Cornerstone Baptist Church for 29 years. The service will be at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 276 E. 500 North in Tooele on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014 at 11 a.m., with a viewing from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Cornerstone Baptist Church WiseGuys children’s ministry.

Boyd Powelson passed away on Dec. 15 in Cleveland, Ohio. Funeral services are pending. For further information, contact Tate Mortuary at (435) 882-0676.

Our loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away at the age of 80 on Dec. 18, 2014. Juanita was born on July 18, 1934 in Auburn, Calif. She spent her childhood in Roseville, Calif. She graduated from C. K. McClatchy High School in Sacramento, Calif. Juanita went on to study at Sacramento Junior College. She earned a degree in nursing and passed her California Boards and was certified as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She married the love of her life, George Niskala, in September 1957. Together they shared 57 years of love and happiness. Juanita and George had three children: Mary Ann (Kevin) Moore, Robin (Richard) Milne and John (Elizabeth) Niskala, and seven grandchildren who she was very close to. Juanita kept up her nursing practice in Oregon, West Virginia, Ohio, Illinois and Pennsylvania following her husband’s career in forestry. Juanita cherished home life and enjoyed her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Valario Tolentino. Juanita possessed a generous heart and gained numerous sincere friendships. She loved her home and took great care in being a housewife. Juanita never complained and met every challenge with a smile. She enjoyed walking with her walkman. She was a volunteer with Senior Circle, enjoyed her club activities with Home Extension and Red Hats Society. Juanita was an active member of the Lutheran Church. A private funeral service was held on Monday, Dec. 22, at the Tate Mortuary, Tooele, Utah. 

Gus Deno Buzianis, 88, passed away peacefully Dec. 22, 2014 at his home on the family farm in Middle Canyon in Tooele, Utah. He was surrounded by his loving family, and will be dearly missed by those that knew and loved him. He was born July 27, 1926, to Tommy and Mary (Panopoulos) Buzianis. He never married but dedicated his life to hard work on the family farm. He loved riding horses and working on the farm with his family, first in the dairy business (Brookside Dairy), and then with his brother Louis, farming, ranching and custom farming for others (G & L Ranch). He is survived by his sisters Letta Valkis and Irene Colbath, sister-in-law Dina Buzianis and brother-in-law John Rhodes, nephews and nieces, Tom Buzianis, Peter and Lisa Buzianis and Maria and Robert Griffith, great nieces Montana Buzianis and Brittany Griffith. His passing will leave a deep void in our hearts. … We love you Theo Deno! Special THANKS to caregiver and friend Justin Carter, and Harmony Home Health and Hospice Care who helped Uncle Deno so much with fulfilling his wish of staying in his own home as long as possible. We never could have done that without you! Viewing will be from 9-10:30 a.m., and funeral service will be from 11 a.m.-noon on Dec. 30, 2014 at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main Street in Tooele. Father Mario Giannopoulos from the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church of Ogden will officiate. Interment will be in the Tooele City Cemetery immediately following the funeral service. 

Candice was unexpectedly taken from us on Dec. 18, 2014. Born to Randy and Samantha Melo on Dec. 19, 1987. Candice was our little baby blue eyes sent from Heaven. She had many talents: drawing, writing poems and rodeo, just to name a few. Candice had a great sense of humor and a heart as big as the world. She would give away the clothes off her back if needed. On the outside she showed her toughness, but on the inside she always remained our sweet baby girl. Candice loved her daughter and nieces and nephews, they would have so much fun together. Candice is survived by her daughter, Annaliese; her parents Randy and Sam Melo; her brother Cody M. Melo Crossley and his wife Jennifer, Tooele; grandfather Jim Etling, Beaver Dam, and a large extended family who loved her. Funeral services will be held Dec. 29, 2014 at St. Marguerite’s Catholic Church. Visitation from 10-11 a.m. and Funeral Mass 11 a.m.-noon.

Alice Wadsworth passed away on Dec. 22, 2014. No services will be held. A full obituary will appear in the Transcript Bulletin at a later date. For further information, contact Tate Mortuary at (435) 882-0676.

Richard Keith Warner, 68, returned to his Heavenly Father on Dec. 24, 2014. He was born Sept. 4, 1946, in Tooele, Utah, to Grant and Elaine Bentley Warner. He attended schools in Tooele and graduated from Tooele High in 1964, where he excelled at basketball and football. Dad married his eternal companion, Shauna Gene Castagno, on April 12, 1968 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised nine children: Toni (Karl) Scott, Jackie (Clint) Remick, Clint (Jessica) Warner, Todd (MariKay) Warner, Paula (Jason) Gillespie, Graig (Jamie) Warner, Blake (Josh) Warner, Amanda (Jason) Jones and Michael (Ashlee) Warner. They also have 26 grandchildren, with another due in February, and two great-grandchildren. Dad is also survived by mother-in-law Betty Castagno, brother Gene (Sharon) Warner, sister Linda Warner, brothers-in-law Tom (Jodi) Castagno, Leo (Becky) Castagno, and many extended family members and friends. He joins his parents, father-in-law Gene Castagno, sister-in-law Kim Castagno, nephew Randy Warner and other loved ones in a joyous reunion in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Dad coached many youth teams, where he passed on his love and knowledge of sports. He was actively employed throughout his life at various companies in Tooele County where he made many lifelong friends. Dad always had a passion for his job at Anaconda where he would have stayed had the mine not closed. Dad’s greatest accomplishment will always be his wife and family. He enjoyed every minute he spent at their sporting events, rodeos, recitals, school or church programs. Richard was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he fulfilled many callings. His favorite callings were serving in the branch presidency at the local jail and more recently as a primary teacher in the Lakeview Ward. A viewing will be held Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. at the Pine Canyon Church as well as 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the funeral. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, at 11 a.m. All services will be held at the Pine Canyon Church, 2032 Churchwood Drive, under the direction of Didericksen Memorial.  We love you and will miss you Dad, but we know that we will see you again. 

On Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2014, heaven became a little more kind, a little more gentle, as our mother, Edith Myrle Christopherson Penovich, passed on suddenly to her new home and even greater existence. She was 95 years old, born April 18, 1919, to Andrew Washington Christopherson and Janet Amelia Lloyd Wallis in Midvale, Utah. She was married to Frank Penovich Jr. on Sept. 12, 1941, and later sealed to him for time and all eternity on Sept. 12, 1990. Frank died on May 28, 2003. Edith was always loved for her many selfless acts of service to her family and friends and her many kindnesses and compassion for others. She was a quiet, sweet and gentle person and was admired for her devotion to duty and her unconditional love for people and for never having an unkind word toward her fellow man. She was a true peacemaker and an eternal optimist. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as secretary for several Relief Society presidencies, in the Primary and as a visiting teacher. She always devoted her services quietly under the radar, arranging for flowers and gifts for funerals, weddings and numerous church functions. Edith enjoyed her relationship with the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Known as their Sunshine Girl, she sent birthday cards and flowers. She also served as a lunchroom lady and her gentle ways and kindnesses were remembered, treasured and acknowledged by staff and students alike for years to come. Mom was known for her keen intellect. She could spell anything (she even won a spelling bee contest and went to state in junior high). She was our living Rolodex, remembering birthdays, phone numbers and who was related to who and the stories behind their relationships. She was blessed to retain that ability until the moment of her passing. She is survived by her two children, Frank LaMar (Millicent) Penovich Sr. and Edith LuAnn (Sid) Allen; eight grandchildren, F. LaMar (Wanda) Penovich; C. Dean (Melanie) Penovich, Malaena (Chris) Toohey; Marla (Austin) Wood; Eric (Katie) Allen; Courtney (Jason) Snarr; Kimberly (Joe) Earl and Meredith (Daniel) Woodall, and 30 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, one sister and four brothers: Norma (Mark) Haws; Harold (Iris) Christopherson; Melvin (Pat) Christopherson and Leslie Christopherson; a grandson, Jason Paul Allen and a great-granddaughter, Ellie Victoria Earl, died in infancy. Our love and gratitude go to Dr. Ronald Trudel and staff and especially for the unconditional love and devotion provided by the staff at the Tooele Rocky Mountain Care Center. Mom would say, “Serve and love one another.” On second thought, she would “live it,” with a smile, a squint and a twinkle in her eye. She had lovely soft gentle light blue eyes.

Our wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Sarah Lee Flowers Howard, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014, surrounded by her family who adored her. Her gifts of unconditional love, friendship and southern hospitality were freely given to all. These gifts, along with her endearing southern drawl, made Sarah Lee a beloved friend to all who knew her. Sarah Lee was born on March 25, 1943 in Wilmington, North Carolina, the second child of Joseph Oliver and Lillian Doris Flowers. Sarah Lee loved growing up a southern girl. As a child she was active in sports and loved to do ballet, play the piano, go to the beach and hang out with her many friends. Sarah Lee attended New Hanover High School in Wilmington and graduated from Brigham Young University in elementary education. On July 29, 1966, Sarah Lee married John Wallace Howard (Jack). They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Jack and Sarah Lee made their home in Wilmington, North Carolina, for the first 12 years of their marriage, where four of their five children were born. In 1979, they moved their family to Stansbury Park, Utah, where their fifth child was born. Sarah Lee worked at Central and Northlake Elementary Schools as a sixth-grade teacher for 25 years. She was loved by all of her students. She would often be approached by teenagers and adults in the community with a greeting of “Hi, Mrs. Howard — you were my favorite teacher!” Sarah Lee loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and was often found in the kitchen preparing their favorite meals or buying the grandchildren toys to enjoy while visiting her. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She loved to spoil them all! Sarah Lee was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she served in many positions, including Relief Society and Primary President. One of her joys in life was giving service to others. Her final act of service was directing Christmas purchases from her hospital bed for all of the grandchildren. She was intent on ensuring her family was happy and joyful. Sarah Lee is survived by her husband, Jack; children: Kim, Johnny (Kristin), Ricky, Steven (Patty), Lisa Hughes (Jon), brother, Dwain Flowers; sister-in-law, Jeri Costanzo; grandchildren: Hannah, Caroline, Grace, Samantha, Joshua, Benjamin and Brookelee, and 13 nieces and nephews. Sarah Lee was preceded in death by her parents, sisters-in-law Janice Howard Wilson and Brenda Flowers, and brothers-in-law Joel Wilson and Bill Costanzo. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014 at noon at the Captains Island Ward, Bayshore Chapel, 5899 North Bayshore Drive, Stansbury Park, Utah. A viewing will be held on Monday, Dec. 29, from 6-8 p.m. at Tate Mortuary, 110 South Main Street, Tooele. A viewing will also be held prior to the services at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the church. Interment will be at the Stansbury Cemetery immediately following the services. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the “Jimmy V” Foundation for cancer research at jimmyv.org or to another worthwhile charity or humanitarian cause. Sarah Lee was a breast cancer survivor and benefited from cancer research. 

Boyd Robert Powelson, age 37, passed away suddenly Dec. 15, 2014. Boyd was born March 2, 1977 to Robert Brent Powelson and Amber Lee Adamson in Montpelier, Idaho. He married his wife, Gina Bixby Powelson, whom he called his soulmate and best friend, on June 29, 2014 in Tooele, Utah, where he called home. Boyd was a fun-loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping and four-wheeling with his family and friends. Boyd served a faithful LDS Mission in the Texas Houston Spanish speaking mission. Boyd loved life and had a magnetic personality, always finding joy by serving those he loved. Boyd cherished spending time with his family and supporting them in their activities. Boyd had a passion for his career as a journeyman lineman for Rocky Mountain Power. Boyd is survived by his wife, Gina; son, Porter (10); daughter, Maggi (7); stepchildren, Rylie (11), Taylor (8), Camryn (4); siblings, Spencer (Julie) Powelson, Mandi (Mike) Sanchez, Lance (Kaycie) Powelson, Kirk (Julane) Powelson and Phillip (Lezlie) Powelson.

Monsignor Matthew Oliver Wixted died at Saint Joseph Villa on Friday morning, Dec. 26, 2014 of age-related causes. He was 78 years of age. Matthew Oliver Wixted was born Oct. 25, 1936 in Drombane, Ireland, the son of John Wixted and Mary E. Ryan, both deceased. He attended St. Patrick’s College Seminary, Thurles, County Tipperary, Ireland. He was ordained to the Roman Catholic priesthood for the Diocese of Salt Lake City on June 10, 1962 at the Cathedral of the Assumption in Thurles, Ireland, and arrived in the Diocese of Salt Lake City in September of the same year. During his long life of ministry here, he served in his early years as assistant pastor at St. Joseph Parish, Ogden; St. Pius X Parish, Moab; St. Joseph Parish, Monticello; Immaculate Conception Parish, Copperton; Notre Dame de Lourdes Parish, Price; and the Cathedral of the Madeleine, Salt Lake City. He then served as Pastor of St. Pius X Parish, Moab (’69-’70), and Administrator at St. Elizabeth, Richfield (’70-’73). One of the assignments he enjoyed the most was as Chaplain at Holy Cross Hospital, Salt Lake City (now Salt Lake Regional Medical Center) for sixteen years between 1973 until 1989. His last two assignments were as Pastor of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish, Midvale from 1989 to 1996 and finally as Pastor of St. Marguerite Parish, Tooele from 1996 until 2008. He retired from active ministry on Aug. 1, 2008 and was named a Prelate of Honor with the title Monsignor on Nov. 5, 2008. Monsignor Wixted was known for his Irish sense of humor and his generous and compassionate pastoral care. As a hospital chaplain and as a pastor he gave people what mattered most, his presence and care. He had a true pastor’s heart. Monsignor Wixted is survived by his sister, Sister Mary Declan, PBVM (Ireland), sisters-in-law Maire Wixted (Ireland) and Anne Wixted (England). He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, all of whom were very fond of their Uncle Mattie, and his other extended family members. His family is especially grateful to the Villa staff and all his Utah friends who provided care for him in his retirement years. Viewing will be on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City, with the Vigil celebrated at 8 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, Jan. 5, 2015 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Funeral arrangements handled through Neil O’Donnell & Sons Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Priests Mutual Benefit Society (27 C Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84103).

Alice Zadith (Quinn) Wadsworth died at her home at Cottage Glen on Dec. 22, 2014. Alice was born in Stockton, Utah, on May 4, 1936, to James Patrick Quinn and Alice Elizabeth (Fox) Quinn. Alice worked for many years at Tooele Phone Company in Tooele, at Fred Meyer Supermarket in Salt Lake City, at Electrolux in Holiday, at Albertson’s in Tooele, and most recently at West Valley Pharmacy in West Valley. She was a member of The Church of Latter Day Saints. She was married in Stockton, Utah, in 1956 to Jerry Arlen Cowan. After their divorce, she married Billie Forest Heil in 1973, and they, too, were divorced. She later married Bruce Charles Wadsworth in Bullhead City, Arizona, in 1989. All pre-deceased her. She was also pre-deceased by a daughter, Julie Cowan, in 1971, and two brothers, John Robert Quinn and Ernest Evon Quinn. Alice is survived by a daughter, Gayla Cowan (Linda Crowe) of Pukalani, Hawaii, a step-son, Steven (Shauna) Heil, her sisters, Kathleen Mae (Dennis) Jenkins, Lillian Colleen (Kenneth) Strickland, Linda Evonne (John) Browne, her brothers, James Patrick (Elaine) Quinn , Danny Ray Quinn, and several nieces and nephews, most of whom reside in the local area. In accordance with her wishes, Alice will be cremated and buried in her family plot in Tooele Cemetery at a later date, probably in May 2015. Information regarding that gathering to celebrate her life will be published closer to the actual date. 

Dorothy Jean Lougy Carter was born in Tooele, Utah, to James and Della Lougy Fawson on Nov. 22, 1927. She was her parents’ second child and only daughter. Dorothy took her last breath on Dec. 31, 2014 at the Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah, with her daughter near her side. Her little heart had at last just given out. Although the after effects of a broken back had left Dorothy in severe pain during the last years of her life, she never complained. Dorothy loved growing up in Tooele, where she made friends easily. She soon discovered that even though she was a very petite girl, she had no trouble keeping up with her brothers and friends. During high school she quickly developed office and bookkeeping skills. Her fingers flew over the keyboard as she marked her spot as one of the fastest typists in the state. She also won a state award for her shorthand speed. She graduated from Tooele High School in 1945 and furthered her education at a business college.

On March 17, 1951, Dorothy married her lifelong love, Vertis Carter Jr., a native of Tennessee. The marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on Oct. 14, 1964. The couple lived most of their married lives in Tooele before moving to Mount Pleasant for several years, then returning to Tooele. Wherever they were, Dorothy worked as the bookkeeper and office manager for her husband’s many business ventures. Her children laughingly say, “Our mom was a saint to put up with dad for as long as she did.” A lifelong active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dorothy served as a Primary president, Relief Society president, and held a myriad of other positions in her ward and stake. She genuinely loved every church calling she had. Dorothy especially loved to go visiting teaching and was saddened over the past several months that she was not physically able to visit the sisters that had been assigned to her care. Dorothy loved traveling, camping, fishing, quilting and buying pretty shoes. She loved to record unusual tombstone etchings found in cemeteries during her travels. One of her favorite epitaphs was, “I told you I was sick.” Dorothy is survived by her husband, Vertis, of Tooele; daughter Mickie (Alan) Bradshaw of Erda; son Randy (Sarah) Carter of Mount Pleasant. She is also survived by a brother, Curtis Lougy of Tooele; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way. The great-grandchildren loved to visit and dress up in Grandma’s tiny clothing. Preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Bobby Lougy; great-grandchild Kayzlee Jean Carter; niece Linda Anderson, and nephew Justin Darr. A celebration of Dorothy’s life was held Friday, Jan. 2, 2015 at the Tooele 8th Ward. She was buried in the Tooele Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the members and leaders of the 8th ward, as well as Tate Mortuary.

Dorothy Evelyn James, 89, a resident of Tooele, Utah, passed from this life Dec. 31, 2014, peacefully in her home. Dorothy was born in Bacchus, Utah, Sept. 1, 1925 to the late Archibald Young Dunn and Kate Eveline Manning Dunn. She graduated from Cyprus High School. Dorothy married her sweetheart, Donald Arthur “Don” James, on Jan. 12, 1945. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on Sept. 19, 1979. They were always a fun-loving and adventurous couple, raising four children, entertaining and traveling throughout the United States and Far East. Don, who she adored, preceded her in death Dec. 27, 1983. In June of 1982, after 33 years of exemplary work, which included a two-year temporary tour of duty in Okinawa, Japan, and Seoul, Korea, and earning many awards, respect and friendships, Dorothy retired from Tooele Army Depot as a small business administrator. She then worked for Tooele County in the Treasurer’s Office for nearly six years. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she held many positions from Primary teacher to Relief Society president. In 1989, Dorothy accepted a call to serve in London, England Mission. Upon her return, she began volunteering for the Tooele Valley Hospital (presently Mountain West Medical Center) and Senior Circle where she was awarded Volunteer of Tooele County by the State of Utah in 2004. It was truly her joy to serve others. Dorothy was always positive and fun with a quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. She loved to be active, earning awards in, among other sports, horsemanship, bowling and golf. Dorothy enjoyed writing poetry. She was a member of the Tooele Ladies Golf league, a life time member of the Tooele Bit & Spur Riding Club, the American Quarter Horse Association, Daughters of Utah Pioneers and Senior Circle. Above all else, she loved her family and was always there to support them. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Donald A. James, son Daniel A. James, parents and siblings. She is survived by her children, Donald Alan (Cheryl) James, Char Layne (Bill) VanNoy, Dor Ann (Tom) Poyner, as well as her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be held Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 6-8 p.m. at Tate Mortuary. Funeral services will be Thursday, Jan. 8 at 11 a.m. at the LDS chapel, 1025 W. Utah Ave., Tooele, UT, with a viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Tooele City Cemetery following the service. Thank you to Encompass Home Health and Hospice, Mountain West Medical Center, Tate Morturary and the Tooele 7th Ward for their caring and compassionate service.

David Allen Nill, age 57, passed over peacefully surrounded by family at his home in Tooele, Utah, on Jan. 4, 2015, after a short fight with cancer. He was born June 1, 1957, in John Day, Oregon, to Robert Gordon Nill and Neoma Hope Farrar Nill. David grew up in Oregon, where he was all boy. He enjoyed sports and marching band as well as time with his family. After his mission, David met Terri Lynn Howard at a Young Adult dance. They became true loving friends and were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on March 20, 1979. Their home was blessed with four beautiful daughters and David gave the best piggy-back rides and enjoyed tying knots in their pajama legs when he folded laundry. He sincerely loved being a dad to four girls. David valued work and education. In 1988, he earned a certification as a journeyman millwright. In 1990, he became a certified purchasing manager with the Purchasing Management Association of Oregon. He pursued academic education as well. He studied at Ricks College a year before serving his mission. After his mission, David attended night school at Lane Community College. When it became apparent that his education had carried him as far as possible, he and Terri sold all they owned and moved to Utah for him to attend Brigham Young University. In 1997, David graduated from BYU with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. Then, in 2000, he graduated from the J. Reuben Clark School of Law with a Juris Doctorate. After passing the Utah Bar, Dave took a position with the law firm of Woodbury & Kesler, P.C. where he practiced law until his death. David always loved his Savior. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Sao Paulo Brazil North Mission between 1976 and 1978. He served in the Primary, in the Sunday School and in Elders Quorum presidencies. He also served in several clerk responsibilities for bishoprics. In 2000, he was called to serve as the Bishop of the Broadway Ward in Tooele, Utah, after which he served as the stake clerk to the Tooele North Stake until his death. David was predeceased by his father, Robert Nill, and his brother, Jerry Nill, his mother-in-law Georgia Howard, and his granddaughter Mariah Harper. David is survived by his beloved wife Terri Lynn Nill; his mother Neoma Nill: his sister Elizabeth (Mic) Collins; his brother Robert (Sandy) Nill; his four daughters: Heather (Robert) Smith; Amy (Thomas) Harper; Marinda (Isaac) Davies; and Laura (Wesley) Anderton. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren. The viewing will begin at 10 a.m. and funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, at Overlake First Ward, 2220 N. 400 East, Tooele, Utah. A brief graveside service will follow at the Tooele City Cemetery at 400 S. 100 East, Tooele, Utah. We would like to express our profound thanks for all of the care and love our family has received at this time. Returned With Honor.

Larry Mallet, age 78, passed away peacefully at home Jan. 4, 2015, in his sleep. He led an accomplished life. Larry was born in Grantsville, Utah, on Dec. 20, 1936, the son of Daveral and Ada Mallet. He was one of 12 children. In 1952, Larry joined the United States Navy and served for five years. Upon returning home, he met and married the love of his life, Mary Jessie Gallegos, and at that time he became the father of four young boys and together they had a fifth son. They were happily married and celebrated a 38-year marriage with one another. Larry was a friend to everyone he met. There was no car he couldn’t fix and he was an all-around good handyman. He remained an active ballroom dancer throughout his life. He loved to hike and explore our local mountains. Also, he was a collector of rocks, precious gems and junk. If you ever needed something, he would have it. Larry had a strong and dependable work ethic. He was reliable and seldom missed work. He retired from the Tooele Army Depot as an equipment specialist with over 20 years of service and worked towards his second retirement from the Tooele County School District. Survivors are his sons Robert Tafoya, Michael (Bessie) Tafoya and Dean (Annie) Mallet; brothers Kenneth (Jo) Struhs, Merle (Jackie) Struhs, Ross (Brenda) Mallet and David (Cheryl) Mallet and sister Carol Pulley. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Mary Jessie Mallet, sons Lawrence Tafoya and Victor Tafoya and the following siblings: Lynn Struhs, Wayne Struhs, Valdonna Struhs, Buddy Mallet, Marlin Mallet, CalRoy Mallet and his special friend Shirley Cowley. Services for Larry Mallet will be held at Tate Mortuary in Tooele, Utah. A viewing is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. Graveside services will be held Monday, Jan. 12, 2015 at 11 a.m. at the Tooele City Cemetery.

Robert Wayne Johnson, age 79, died peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014 at his home in Mesquite, Nevada. He was born Sept. 30, 1935 in Omaha, Nebraska, to Eugene Howard and Kathleen Thelma Carter Johnson. He married Marilyn Sue Lancaster in Omaha. They had two children and were later divorced. He later married Lilian. She preceded him in death. Robert grew up in Omaha, surrounded by a large extended family. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. He raised his family in Tooele, Utah, where he worked as a carpenter. He retired to the warmer climate of Mesquite, Nevada. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, going to ball games and socializing with his friends. Survivors include two sons: Coale (Connie) of Omaha, Nebraska, and Craig (Susanne) of Reno, Nevada; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one brother, Vernon (Marti) of Seal Beach, California and one sister, Elaine Virza of Ontario, California. Memorial services will be held in Omaha, Nebraska. Friends and family are invited to sign our online guest book at www.virginvalleymortuary.com.