Nancy A. Lawson passed away on Jan. 3, 2015 after a long battle with COPD. She was born in Tooele on July 7, 1935 to Bartlett and Anna Haynes. She worked at Tooele Army Depot until her retirement. She is survived by her husband, Robert, and three children, Terry Leatham, Bobbie Christman (Mitch) and Kristy Lawson (Tim Carson), seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Bartlett and children Ricky Leatham, Cheryl Leatham and Kevin Lawson. It was at her request that there be no funeral but rather a graveside service only. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 11 a.m. in the Tooele City Cemetery. 

William Junior Reams, born April 7, 1930 in Chelsea, Michigan, to William L. Reams and Thelma Reams, passed away Jan. 5, 2015 from a long bout with cancer. He was a veteran of the Korean War during his five years of service. He was a truck driver for 48 years. He married Sharon Louise McKee on Oct. 7, 1988. He is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon; his children, William (Debbie), Becky, Patricia (Al), Timothy, Daniel and Greg (Kathy); four stepchildren and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Funeral will be Saturday, Jan. 10 at Tooele 7th Ward, 1000 W. Utah Ave. Viewing will be Friday, Jan. 9 from 6-8 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Grantsville. Lunch will be served back at the church. Directors Independent Funeral Service.

Connie Rae Green Clements, born Aug. 6, 1953, in Garfield, Utah, to Lloyd Wilson Green and LaRae Broadhead Green, returned to her Heavenly Father the morning of Jan. 8, 2015 after a battle with a raging infection that attacked her heart. Connie was a loving, devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandma and friend who cherished children. Connie married the love of her life, Ronald LeRoy Clements, on Feb. 26, 1972. They were sealed in the Jordan River Temple on their 10th wedding anniversary. Ron and Connie raised two children, Ron and Tammie. The highlights of Connie’s life were her 17 grandchildren and two great-grandkids. Connie loved serving in the Primary and teaching children the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Connie raised 15 dogs for 4-H Guide Dogs for the Blind, but loved all dogs, especially the rescue dogs she adopted after she retired from the 4-H program. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and LaRae; a brother-in-law, Tom Kariya; and a granddaughter, Hannah Daniel. Connie is survived by her eternal companion, Ron; sister Gloria Kariya; brother Jerry (Vicky) Green; son Ron (Kristin) Clements; daughter Tammie (Charly) Daniel; 16 grandkids, two great-grandkids, two nieces and two nephews. We would like to give a special thank you to the many doctors and nurses at the Tooele hospital and University of Utah Medical Center who cared for her, along with the many friends who have shown so much love and support. A viewing will be held Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015 at Tate Funeral Home, 110 S. Main Street, Tooele, Utah, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 16, 2015, at the LDS Pinehurst Building, 196 N. Pinehurst Ave., Tooele, Utah, 11 a.m.-noon, with a viewing one hour prior, also at the church. Interment will be at the Valley View Cemetery, West Valley City, Utah.

Herbert Y. Begay passed away peacefully in his home Jan. 5, 2015, in Grantsville, Utah, at the age of 81. Herbert is survived by his wife Bertha A. Begay of Grantsville, Utah, and 14 children, Hubert (Hanna) Begay of Hurricane, Utah; Johnny (Geneva) Begay of Sanders, Arizona; Herbert Jr. (Laura) Begay of Sanders, Arizona; Larry (Leslie) Begay of Aloha, Oregon; Allen Begay of Boise, Idaho; Harry (Tracy) Begay of Grantsville, Utah; Henry Begay of Grantsville, Utah; Julia (Jose) Mendez of Salt Lake City, Utah; Elizabeth (Clay) Rainer of Grantsville, Utah; Herb (Beth) Begay of Wausau, Wisconsin; Mary (Jahn) Chafshin of Salt Lake City, Utah; Margaret (Merrill) Brown of Magna, Utah; Danny Begay of Grantsville, Utah; Johnson Begay of Grantsville, Utah; 40 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Herbert was born on Aug. 15, 1933 in Chinle, Arizona, to John and Elizabeth Begay. He married Bertha Aguilera on July 4, 1967. They resided in Idaho for five years, moved to Nevada for another five years, then in 1976 moved to Utah, where they have made that their home for the last 38 years. Herbert worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 25 years and retired in the early 1990s. He was a founder and member of the Native American Church of A’ Shii-Be-To.’ He enjoyed helping people and guiding them through prayer meetings. He loved traveling and listening to classic country music. He had a wonderful, loving sense of humor and always looked for the good in everyone. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Elizabeth Begay; brother Jackie; and sisters Clara, Rachel and Margaret. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015. He rests at Grantsville City Cemetery. The family would like to thank Rocky Mountain Hospice, Matt Nash, RN and Didericksen Memorial for their care and assistance.

Mary Jane Gonzales Lovato, 65, returned to our heavenly father on Jan. 10, 2015, after being cared for by the very affectionate team at the University of Utah Hospital. She is preceded in death by her father Jose; mother Mary; brother Barolin; daughter Nicole; daughter-in-law Courtney and granddaughter Destiny, whom she loved and missed every day. Born July 25, 1949 in Llano, New Mexico, to Jose and Mary Gonzales, she grew up in Tooele, Utah, graduated from Tooele High School in 1967, and received her associate degree from Salt Lake Community College in 2003. She married her husband of 44 years on June 20, 1970. Together, they raised three sons. She is survived by her husband, Jose Uvaldo Lovato; sons Danny (Jennifer), Sammy (Tricia) and Anthony (Marci); grandchildren Christopher, JD, Danielle, Stephanie, Scott, Cayden, Jereth, Kylee, Leilani, Adrien, Noni and Abran, whom she loved endlessly. She loved camping, fishing and was a frequent bingo player and also enjoyed her adventures to Wendover with her loving family and friends. She was probably the biggest Green Bay Packers fan. Services: Rosary and Viewing on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th Street, Tooele, with funeral services on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015, at 11 a.m.  with a viewing starting at 10 a.m., also at the church. Interment at the Tooele City Cemetery following. In lieu of flowers please donate to help with expenses.

Noreen Benson passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015 in Tooele. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday’s edition of the Transcript Bulletin. For further information contact Tate Mortuary (435) 882-0676.

Tawannee Kolb passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015. A full obituary will be in the Tuesday edition of the Transcript Bulletin. For further information contact Tate Mortuary (435) 882-0676.

Molly Murray passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, Jan. 24. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday’s edition of the Transcript Bulletin. For further information contact Tate Mortuary (435) 882-0676.

Flora Jane Burger Lawless passed on Jan. 13, 2015 after a valiant fight with respiratory disease in Tooele, Utah. Flora was born to Norris F. Burger (Doc) and Anna Tucker Burger in Billings, Montana, on Sept. 13, 1934. She was raised in Tooele, Utah, the daughter of a baker. She attended schools in Tooele and also St. Mary’s Academy of the Wasatch. She met and fell in love with her partner John, and in true Irish spirit married on March 17, 1956 in St. Marguerite Church. Together they had four children. Flora spent her career working for the State of Utah in the Social Services Division. She was an avid quilter, spent many years in service of her Catholic Church where she was honored as Utah Woman of the Year in 1988. She enjoyed a full and active life which included raising her family, playing bridge, an occasional gambling trip or two and was an avid sports fan, especially her beloved Notre Dame. Flora was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Loretta Anne; her husband, her parents and her brother, John. She is survived by sons, Mark Steven Lawless (Danette) and Gregory Paul Lawless (Jamie); daughter Mary Anne Mills (Harley); and sister Lucille Bean (William). Nine grandchildren: Charles Lawless (Jennifer), James Lawless, Ryan Rydalch (Katie), Whitney Rakes (Joe), John Siniscalchi, Micaela Lawless, Katie Lawless, Christine Lawless, Colin Lawless; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th Street, Tooele, Utah. A viewing will be held on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015 at 11 a.m. Visitation will be on hour prior to Mass. Interment (private service) at Mt. Cavalry Catholic Cemetery. Per the family’s request, no flowers please. Donations can be made to Primary Children’s Medical Center in her honor.

Monday, a light went out of our life that will never be lit again. Our dear wife, mother, grandmother, sister, twin sister — Connie — left this mortal existence to join her son, Ray, and other family members who are on the other side of the veil. Connie was born to Ada Burningham and Doran Ray Hunt on Nov. 28, 1933, in Ogden, Utah. Connie’s early life was spent between Ogden, Bountiful and Joseph, Utah, as her mother moved often after the death of Connie’s dad in January 1938. After her mother remarried, the family moved to Tooele and then to Ophir, where they resided for seven years. Ophir had only 104 residents at that time. Connie and her twin sister Bonnie laughed for years about their accomplishments by saying “Not bad for a girl from Ophir.” Connie met and married John Paul Simon, the love of her life, in June, 1950. John was in the military and so the family moved as he received orders for new locations. The children, a son — John Paul Jr., was born in Ogden, Utah; Ray Lewis in San Francisco, California; Sherry Lynn in Colorado Springs, Colorado; and last, Wayne Jeffrey in Stuttgart, Germany. Upon John’s military retirement, they returned home to Tooele, Utah, where Connie and John worked for many years at Tooele Army Depot. However, it was after their retirement from the depot that Connie came into her own. John and Connie opened Simons Silk Plants, a flower shop with a shop in Mesquite, Nevada. She designed and sold silk flower arrangements which were sold in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. It was the highlight of her working career. She had a wonderful talent for flower designing. Connie is survived by her husband, John; her sons, John Paul and Wayne; daughter, Sherry Brito; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her twin sister, Bonnie May; two sisters, Sherron Gillette and Joan Barger; and two brothers, Lannie and Steve Bridges. She was preceded in death by her son, Ray Lewis, who died tragically in 1972; her sister, Gwen; and last, her mother, father and stepfather, Glenn Bridges. The family wants to offer their sincere thanks for the care given and concern shown by Mesa View Hospice. Services will be held at the Virgin Valley Mortuary, Mesquite, Nevada, on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015 at noon PST (1 p.m. MST). In lieu of flowers, the family recommends a donation to Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, in Connie’s honor, at 800-457-6676, or visit their website at pdf.org. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in their guest book at www.virginvalleymortuary.com. 

Our mother, grandmother, daughter, sister & aunt, Carolyn Rigby Anderson, age 51, passed away Jan. 13, 2015 in Vernal, Utah. She was born June 11, 1963 in Salt Lake City and grew up in Pine Canyon. She married Wayne Anderson, later divorced. She loved camping, fishing and being with family. She was a friend to everyone and will truly be missed. She is survived by her mother, Beverly (Van) Shields; stepmother, Joyce Rigby; daughter, Beverly Lyn (Bert) Powell; grandsons, Brody, Brian and Blake; sister, Brenda; brother, Larry; and Wyatt Lohof, fiancee. She had one niece and three nephews. Preceded in death by her father, Charles Larry Rigby; stepsister, Daron Rigby; niece, Robin; stepbrothers, Dal Shields and Cory Shields; stepsisters Kristy Shields and Julie Shields. Family visitation will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lakeview Ward, 2045 Churchwood Drive, Pine Canyon.

Rebecca J. Critchlow Goodman, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 5, 2015 at her home in Escondido, California. She was born on July 18, 1950 in Ogden, Utah, to Lyle and Martha Critchlow. Becky was raised in Ogden, Tooele and Grantsville. She was employed at Dugway Proving Grounds; Saigon, Vietnam; Yuma Proving Grounds and General Dynamics until her retirement. Becky’s great love was her family, grandchildren and working on the family genealogy. Becky had a love for animals. She showed that by always opening her home to pet rescues. Becky is survived by her son, Jonathan; daughter-in-law, Joann; grandchildren, Caden, Madison, Hannah and AJ; stepsons Dennis, Michael and Pat; her parents, Lyle and Martha; brothers, Nolan, Ned (Sandy), Neil (Diane), Norris, Neldon (Teri), Nathan (Teddie), and Nyle (Jennifer). She was preceded in death by her husband, John; brother, Norman; sister-in-law, Lisa; grandparents, aunts, uncles and nieces. There will be a memorial service on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015 at 11 a.m. in California. Burial will be held at Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, California.

Our loving mother, grandmother and sister, Olga Ruth Seibold Cook, 93, passed away Jan. 15, 2015 in Sandy. Mom was born Jan. 31, 1921 in Newdale, Idaho to immigrant parents, Fredrick and Frieda Susanna Wettstein Seibold. She married Oliver Curtis Cook on March 22, 1945, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He preceded her in death, Feb. 22, 2003. Mom will be remembered for her cheerful, outgoing and sweet nature. She learned how to work hard in her father’s store and never slowed down. She raised seven stalwart sons and one sweet daughter. She taught them all the value of work. She accepted and loved their spouses and cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she faithfully served in each calling she had. She taught us to love the Gospel. She and Dad served in the New York Rochester Mission. We know she has a strong testimony and looked forward to moving on to her next adventure. Mom is survived by her children: Steven (Linda) Cook, Dale (CarolBeth) Cook, Pamela (Douglas) Logsdon, Boyd (Denise) Cook, Russell (Ellen) Cook, Dean (Kristin) Cook, Rex (Tammy) Cook, Cory (Becky) Cook; stepson, Lee Stone; 34 grandchildren and 57 great-grandchildren; sister, Jeanette Hale; sister-in-law, Evelyn Cook. Also preceded in death by parents; daughters-in-law, Pam Cook and Claudia Stone; grandson, Sam Cook; siblings, Leo, Norman, Vivian, and Marguerite. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015 at noon in the Lake Point Ward Chapel, 1366 Canyon Road, where friends may call from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Lake Point Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com. “All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” Abraham Lincoln

Brandon Shane Aylor, 20 from Tooele, Utah, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015 in Halifax, Virginia. Brandon was there with his cousin, Andrew McNichol, working for Troy Inc. on the natural gas pipeline project.

Brandon was born in Tooele, Utah, to John F. and Julie Defa Aylor on February 22, 1994 and graduated from Tooele High School in 2012. Brandon grew up in Tooele and was known for his outgoing and charming personality. He made friends wherever he went, and was always the life of the party. He had the biggest smile, most contagious laugh, fullest heart, and lived every day to the fullest. He is survived by his parents, his two sisters Felicia Aylor (Darby Grangroth) and Cheyenne Aylor, his grandfather Lee McNicol, his niece Payzlei Grangroth, and his nephew Urijah McDermaid. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, Jan. 25 at 2 p.m. Please RSVP to Felicia at (801) 386-5736. www.puckettfh.com

On Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, our loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend and soon-to-be grandfather, Tawannee A. Kolb, peacefully returned to the open arms of our Father in Heaven. Tawannee was born in Redlands, California, on April 21, 1970, the fourth of seven children, to Tyron and Vivian Kolb. Tawannee was raised in West Valley City where he attended several elementary schools, including Hunter Elementary, where in fifth grade he met Alesha Lee Gardner, who would later become his eternal companion; John F. Kennedy Jr. High School and Kearns High School. In junior high, Tawannee played volleyball, being the setter on the team. In high school, he played football and wrestled. He was also the senior class vice president. He had many good friends in high school, and in fact named his oldest child and daughter after his best friend. In July 1989, Tawannee entered the service of our Father in Heaven, serving a mission in Houston, Texas, Spanish speaking. After only four short months, he returned home due to illness that had plagued him since he was twelve. Ten months later on Sept. 28, 1990, Tawannee was sealed to the love of his life, Alesha Lee Gardner, in the Salt Lake Temple for time and all eternity. Tawannee and Alesha bought their first home at that time and brought into this world the first half of their children, three beautiful daughters, Kenley, Kassidee and Kaela. In December of 1996, Tawannee and Alesha moved into the home they built in Tooele to raise their children and continue their family, adding three more children, Kaden, Karly and Kyler. Tawannee was a family man. As long as it involved his wife and children, he did it. From camping, fishing, many dance recitals, piano recitals, tennis matches, water polo, softball games, T-ball games, football games and soccer games, his children did and are doing it all, and he didn’t miss one of them. In October of 1998, Tawannee was diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis, a liver disease, and was told that he would need a liver transplant in five to ten years. On April 5, 2003, Tawannee received that gift from Christine Oliver and the Oliver family, giving Tawannee almost twelve more years to watch and raise his children. Tawannee was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many callings, including Sunday School teacher, Elders Quorum presidency, Temple Preparation teacher, executive secretary, Young Men’s counselor and advisor, Primary teacher, and, where he found his greatest joy, Nursery leader (two different times for a total of five years of service). He had a way with children and the youth gravitated to him. Although not very large in stature, Tawannee made up for it in personality, and he is going to be greatly missed because of it. Tawannee was employed for nearly 24 years with Meridian Title Company, working as a licensed title officer. Meridian was much more than a place of employment for Tawannee, they were a second family. There are no words to express our sincere love and gratitude for all that Meridian has done, not only for Tawannee but for our family through the years. Tawannee is preceded in death by his grandparents, Champ and Mary Meier, Tawannee Kolb and Alora Page, and his big brother, Kreg Meier Kolb. He is survived by his loving wife and eternal companion, Alesha; his children, Kenley Alora (Colten) Anderson, Kassidee Kay (Marcus) Westover, Kaela Marie (Tyler) Johnson, Kaden Tawannee Kolb, Karly Michael Kolb and Kyler Robert Kolb; his parents, Tyron and Vivian Kolb; siblings, Tyanne (Darin) Peck, Kent (Becky) Kolb, Klayton (Rachelle) Kolb, Taylor (Jodi) Kolb and Katy Kolb Bennett; many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. As a family we would like to thank the many doctors who have cared for Tawannee over the years, and especially those who cared for him during the last few days of his life. A public viewing was held Monday, Jan. 19, 2015 from 6-8 p.m. at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main St., Tooele, Utah. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015 at 11 a.m., with a viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at the LDS stake center located at 751 N. 520 East, Tooele, Utah. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Organ donation saves lives. It gave us our Daddy for almost 12 years. Be an organ donor. Mark yes on your driver license, or register online @YesUtah.org.  

Molly Murray passed away at age 82 on Jan. 14, 2015 after a two-week battle with pneumonia. She was born April 1, 1932 in North Hylton, England, to Ruth Symon and William John Barham. She had an older sister, Patricia, and has a younger brother, Michael. Molly served in the Royal Air Force in England before she married American serviceman Edwin C. Murray in March 1953. Their son Wayne arrived in August 1953 and their daughter Tracey came along in 1959. Molly and Ed and their family traveled the U.S. and England during Ed’s long career in the U.S. Air Force, finally retiring in Hawaii in July 1972. Molly had many jobs over the years, but her first love was jewelry and working with precious gems. In 1981, Ed and Molly moved from Hawaii to Utah to be nearer to Wayne and Tracey. After a short time in Salt Lake City, they moved to Stansbury Park in Tooele County, where they were both very happy. Molly was active in Eastern Star for many years and supported Ed in his activities as a 32nd degree Mason and Shriner. They took time off to visit family and friends in their RV, enjoying travel and the open road. Ed continued to work at the Dugway Proving Grounds as a guard until his death in 1990. Wayne died in March 2002 at the age of 49. In 2010, Molly relocated to Utah Valley to be closer to her daughter and her family, ending up in Santaquin, Utah, where she resided at Seasons of Santaquin until her death. Molly was a great wife, mom, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her daughter Tracey and her husband Mike Hacking and their children, Christine (Hacking) Michalczuk and Michael Hacking (Bud); three great-grandkids, Joyce, Joseph and Andrew Michalczuk; her daughter-in-law, Molly Ann Murray of Magna, Utah; Michael Barham (England) and Sarah and Bill Hagwood (sister- and brother-in-law) and their children of Franklinton, North Carolina; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in both the U.S. and England. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main Street, Tooele, Utah, on Jan. 24. You may also contact Tracey Hacking at (801) 362-4495 (cell).

Valerine Lucille Greenwood passed away Jan. 11, 2015, in Nixa, Missouri, at the age of 93 years old. Valerine was a devoted, loving and supportive mother. She was very dedicated to her God, her church, her family and her many friends. Valerine was a published poet and had many interests, including crocheting, restoring old dolls and going to garage sales. She is survived by her children Marvin Wade, Marva Lu Dale, Mary Gorodenski and Valerine ‘Peachie’ Gaylor; stepchildren Anne Shepard, David Greenwood and Jerry Greenwood; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Albert Davis Wade and Burton Greenwood, and her beloved daughter, Marita McQueen. Her memorial service will be held at Tate Mortuary on Jan. 23, 2015 at 11 a.m. and she will be laid to rest at Tooele City Cemetery. Valerine was very active and enjoyed life to the very end. She will be greatly missed by all.

Bob passed away quietly at his home Jan. 17, 2015, after a brief illness. Bob was born Nov. 2, 1927 to Agnes and Henry Banka in Winnipeg Beach, Manitoba, Canada. He graduated high school in 1945 and joined the Canadian Navy. He served as a radar operator for six years, with the last nine months in Korea supporting the Armed Forces ashore. After an honorable discharge from the Navy, he returned to Winnipeg where he attended trade school, learning auto body repair. While in Winnipeg, he met Joyce Amenda. They were married June 25, 1955. They moved to Sioux City, Iowa, in 1960. Bob worked for Hoak Motors and Kidder Knoepfler Chevrolet. He later became an insurance adjuster for Crawford and Company before retiring. Bob was a long-time member of the Abu-Bekr Shrine Temple in Sioux City, Iowa, and was also a member of the Clown Unit, Foot Patrol, and Sioux City Magic Club. Bob’s biggest thrill was being a participant in David Copperfield’s magic show and learning how David did a couple of his magic tricks. Bob enjoyed participating in various parades, working at the annual Shrine circus and competing in clown competitions. His clown name was “Huggy,” which fit him very well as he was always ready with a big hug for his family and friends. Joyce passed away in 2008 and Bob relocated to Utah to be with his daughter and her family in 2010. Bob was preceded in death by his father, Henry; mother, Agnes; brothers, Henry and Chester (Phyllis); great-granddaughter, Kodie; and the love of his life, his wife, Joyce. He is survived by his daughter, Kathi (Guy) and their two children, Dustin and Erica (Dustin); and a son, Andrew. Bob will be greatly missed by those who knew his unique sense of humor. We love and miss you, Dad.

Tommie R. Petroff, 92, passed away Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby, Montana. He was born in Provo, Utah, on Jan. 7, 1923 to Michael and Cecilia Petroff. He grew up in Provo and left school early to follow a dream. He joined the US Navy and served for four years during WWII. That time left a lasting impression on him and he always had a story to tell and a flag to fly. Tommie loved his country and the service he gave. Tommie worked at the Tooele Army Depot as a fork lift operator. After he retired, he loved to go fishing and was an avid Utah Jazz fan and never missed watching a game. He spent the last four years of his life living in beautiful Montana with his daughter, Nancy, and son-in-law, Brent. He spent a short time at the Libby Care Center where he made lots of friends and learned to love the game of Bingo. He spent a lot of time sharing his many talents with family and friends, including dancing, drawing, writing letters and telling stories. His memory will be cherished by all, he will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Jack, Roger and Bobby; three sisters, Margie, Edith and Donna; two children, Jack Petroff and Peggy Erickson; and one great-grandchild, Jacob Michael Fawson. Survivors include his wife, Betty Petroff, Tooele, Utah; seven children: his daughter Nancy (Brent) Jones, Libby, Montana; Tim (Susan) Petroff, Monica Petroff, Marvin (Ann) Bigelow, Steve (Renea) Baker, all of Tooele, Utah; Jodie (Kelly) Castagno, Grantsville, Utah; Myrtle (Calvin) Priest, Tooele, Utah; Jeannie (Mike) Mavity, Skull Valley; daughter-in-law Brenda Petroff; three brothers: Max (Lila), Springville, Utah; Teddy Petroff; Lee (Donna), Provo, Utah; 37 grandchildren, 94 great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. In lieu of a memorial service, it was Tommie’s wish to have a gathering of family and friends to celebrate his life at a later date. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.schnackenbergfh.com. 

Johnny Nelson of Grantsville passed away Thursday, Jan. 22. Services are pending. A full obituary will appear in the Tuesday edition of the Transcript Bulletin.