Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Sandra was born Jan. 3, 1967, to Daniel Gary and Deon M. Sproule. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by friends and family, on Sept. 14, 2017.
She married Norman G. Northcutt in 1985. Together they had two children, Dylan, 19, and Colton, 16, and they traveled around the world while in the U.S. Air Force.
Sandra worked as a pre-school teacher and at West Elementary as a special education assistant.
She is preceded in death by four grandparents, her older sister, Teresa, and many aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband, Norman; two children, Dylan and Colton; parents, Daniel Gary and Deon M. Sproule; and brother and sister-in-law, Daniel D. and Eileen D. Sproule.
She was loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed by everyone.
Funeral service will be held at the Tooele 14th Ward (192 W. 200 South) on Friday, Sept. 22, at 1 p.m. A receiving line will begin one hour prior to the service.
Free of pain and on to open range, Rex Alan Stromberg passed into the next life on Sept. 14, 2017. He was born on May 16, 1950, to Stan Stromberg and June Hale. His younger years were spent in Grantsville, Utah.
Rex was called to serve in 1969 and proudly served his country until 1972. Rex returned home to find a life of work and passion. His best work was done from the back of a horse and his greatest passion was fishing.
In his later years, he found himself being more concerned with his grandchildren.
Rex is preceded in death by his father and mother and many great friends.
He is survived by wife Debbie Stromberg, sister Kris Johnson and brother Jim Hopkin. He is also survived by three sons: Erik, David and Cody, and nine grandchildren. The family would like to thank Good Shepherd hospice, Dalton Hoopes Funeral Home and the Tooele Elks.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Rex at the Elks Lodge in Tooele, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m., with military honors at 5 p.m.
“Neatly and Correctly Young Man.”
Online condolences and memories may be shared at daltonhoopes.com.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Phyllis Elaine Level passed away in her home on Sept. 15, 2017. She was born Sept. 12, 1928, to parents Robert O. Murray and Leola Paulich in Tooele, Utah, and lived there her entire 89 years.
She is preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Robert O. Murray Jr. (Elaine), Helen Boltz (Buck), Eloise Ely; and by her only child, Gail Teresa Gruenwald (David).
She is survived by her four grandchildren: Jamie Wills (Todd), Justin Millward (Mary), Rachel Cordova (Joseph) and Jesse Gruenwald; her 12 great-grandchildren: Tanner, Tucker and Hollis Wills, David, Devon and Dylan Franks, Katcher Millward, Cooper, Chloe and Brody Cordova and Ivy and Finn McLeod; four siblings: Ronald J Murray (Dixie), Kathy Cannon (EK), Sandy Bateman and Susan Huska (Carl); and numerous nieces and nephews.
She worked at the Dugway Proving Ground as a secretary for more than 40 years until her retirement in 1987 at the age of 60. She spent her retirement enjoying her daughter and her grandchildren.
She was an avid reader, a fan of Philadelphia Eagles former quarterback Randall Cunningham and she always had a loaf of homemade bread for family to take home. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.I was born March 22, 1928, to Ella Heap Slater and James Roy Slater in Tooele, in the family home where l still lived. I died Sept. 17, 2017.
I married Nord Seright Putnam, Aug. 15, 1944. We had one son, Dennis Frank Putnam, born Dec. 18, 1947. We later divorced and I married Frank D McKeller in January 1950, later divorced.
I then married the love of my life and best friend Donald G Smith, Aug. 10, 1957. We have been married 60-plus years.
I was a member of the Tooele Gem and Mineral Club for 45 years. I was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary for 41 years.
I was preceded in death by my wonderful parents, Ella Heap Slater and James Roy Slater; my six brothers: lvan, Earl, Roy, Floyd, Lawrence and Perry Slater; my wonderful sisters, Rhea Slater Voyles and lrene Slater Johnson; many wonderful nieces and nephews; and also my grandparents. My mother raised two grandchildren who were like my brother and sister, Gerald Jo Russell and Donna Pearl Russell Gillispie (both deceased).
I leave behind my dear husband, Donald G Smith; my wonderful son Dennis Frank (Janette) Putnam; four grandchildren: Gary (Paula), Kevin (Jamie), Nate Putnam and Trish Putnam (Logan) Williams; great-grandchildren, Loren, Jaxon and Tegan Williams, Haylee Putnam, Wade and Harley Heston and Lennon Gage Betonney.
Funeral services will be held Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, at noon at Tate Mortuary, 110. S. Main St., with a visitation an hour prior to the service. A night viewing will be held Sunday, Sept. 24, from 6-8 p.m. at Tate Mortuary.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Janis Maxfield passed away Friday, Sept. 15, in her home in Tooele, Utah. She was born Dec. 19, 1955, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Edward Byron Harris and Janis Marlene Harris.
She married Martin “Marty” Edward Maxfield on April 25, 1981.
Janis lived her life full of excitement and adventures. She loved being outside in nature, camping, water skiing and riding horses. She took up motorcycle riding at an early age and loved getting dusty.
An avid reader and learner, she could start and finish a book in one sitting. Her love for her country came in second only to her love for her family. She was the loving mother of three, grandmother of 15 and great-grandmother of three.
She loved to have sleepovers with her grandchildren, watching movies late into the night. She will be missed by many and always “loved to the stars and back.”
Janis is survived by her mother, Janis (Walter); sisters: Zina (Randy), Regina (Scott) and Tammy (Mark); stepbrothers: Brad (Rebecca), Bruce (Patty) and Mitch (Rachelle); her children: Jamie (Cathy), Melissa (Chris) and Justin (Tiffany); 15 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marty Maxfield; sister Michelle; father Byron Harris; stepfather Lt. Cornell Rex Peterson; grandparents: Reuel and Tilda Eck and C. Arthur and Jean Harris.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, at the LDS chapel at 691 E. Cedarview St., Tooele, Utah. A gathering for friends and family will be held prior to the funeral from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Salvatore (Sal) Meli, 68, passed away on Sept. 14, 2017. He was born July 27, 1949. Sal was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Surviving relatives include his wife and soulmate, Barbara, of Tooele, Utah; brother Attilio (Art) Meli, seven children, 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother, father and one granddaughter.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. Please join us at Barbara’s home. This will be a potluck, so please bring a dish or desert to share. We look forward to seeing all his family and friends gather together to remember Sal. Everyone is welcome.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Lloyd F. Hall, age 85, was born March 26, 1932, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Ray and Delpha Jones Hall. He passed away Sept. 16, 2017. He graduated from Tooele High School and Utah State University.
Lloyd served in the U.S. Marine Corp for three years. He spent 14 months of his military service in Korea.
He taught school for 30 years in the Salt Lake School District. He enjoyed teaching woodshop and history.
Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Carolyn S. Hall; two sons: David Hall of Spokane, Washington and John Hall of Utah; sister Lorraine (Bill) Pitt and brother Dick (Virginia) Hall, both of Tooele, Utah.
As per Lloyd’s wishes there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Our beloved mother, grandmother and friend, Rosella May Prows, returned to her Heavenly Father Sept. 19, 2017, surrounded by her family at the amazing age of 93. It was just like her to “graduate” on her own terms. She was born May 18, 1924, in Sandy, Utah, to Ivory and Fern Hughes.
Affectionately known as, “Gram,” Rosella’s love and purpose was family and she had a special relationship with each one.
Throughout her life, Rosella enjoyed cooking, canning, sewing, crocheting, candy making, gardening, square dancing, collecting angels, visits to Hawaii with her girls and time spent with her family. Her sweet spirit will be missed by everyone that got the chance to know her.
Rosella will be remembered for her strength, independence, loving heart, loyal devotion and never-wavering faith. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and while she served in many roles, Rosella was the church librarian for 32 years. She was also an active member of the Millstream Camp D.U.P. for 40 years.
She is survived by her children, Lynda (Art) and Marla (Dale); her grandchildren: Aimee (Paul), Collette (Richard), Brian (Akiko), Chris (Rachel) and Nickolas; eight great-grandchildren; and her treasured dog Gracie. We mourn her passing, honor her memory and rejoice in knowing families are forever.
The family would like to thank the many caregivers, including Canyon Home Care and Hospice, and her special friend Patty Bringard.
Memorial services will be held at Tate Mortuary on Saturday, Sept. 23, with a viewing from 9:30-10:45 a.m. and a funeral to follow at 11 a.m. Following the services, Rosella will be laid to rest beside her husband, Evan Doyle Prows, and her granddaughter, Michelle Lyn McArthur, at the Tooele City Cemetery.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Lester Lavell Price, loving husband of Nadine Eyre Price and beloved son of Janie Price, passed away at the age of 65 on Sunday, Sept. 17, in Salt Lake City. Graveside services will be held Friday, Sept. 22, at 11 a.m. at the Stockton Cemetery.
Lester was born Feb. 7, 1952 in Vallejo, California, moved to Utah with his family in 1962, graduated from Tooele High School in 1970 and married his sweetheart, Nadine Eyre, on June 15, 1991. Lester and Nadine resided at Valley Woods in South Salt Lake for 20 years.
Lester is survived by his wife, Nadine Eyre Price; his mother, Janie Price; sister Sheila Harding, father-in-law and mother-in-law Bill and Helen Eyre.
He was preceded in death by his father, Emery Lavell Price, and his brother, Donald Price.
Thanks to Jake Atkinson and staff at the Fairview Convalescent home for making it possible for Lester and Nadine to be together during his final years.
A graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, in the Stockton Cemetery at 11 a.m.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Our beloved father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, Nicholas Klark Perkins, passed away Sept. 17, 2017, in Oak Harbor, Washington. Nick was born in November 1979, and was 37 years old.
He grew up in Tooele and graduated in 1998 from Tooele High School. He is the son of James and Sharron Perkins, with many siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Nick was a talented soccer player, known for his signature “flip throw.”
He was adventurous, tough, athletic and strong willed. At 19, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He honorably and faithfully served the country he loved and was proud of his military career.
Nick will be remembered for his bright blue eyes, blonde hair, his grin, his fearlessness and his dry, dark humor. He was fiercely proud, generous and would go the extra mile. He loved his Diet Pepsi and Real Salt Lake.
Nick was a loving, devoted father and cared deeply for his son, Declan. Nick also loved his big yellow truck, cooking, taking amazing pictures and was always listening to his diverse music library. He will be profoundly missed.
Nick is survived by his son, Declan; mother and father; sister Melissa (Lee Kerstetter); sister Nicole; brother Joshua (Megan); brother Daniel; and a large, loving extended family. He was preceded in death by his brother, David, and brother Eric.
The viewing will take place at Tooele’s Tate Mortuary (110 S. Main St.) on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017, between 6-8 p.m. The funeral services will take place at the LDS South Stake Center (1025 SW Drive) on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017, at 11 a.m. with an additional viewing from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Launa Stolworthy Christensen passed away on Sept. 22, 2017. Launa came into the world on May 6, 1944, in Shelley, Idaho. Born to Mallene Weaver and Gordon Stolworthy, Launa was the first of eight children.
The family moved to Murray, Utah her senior year of high school where she met her sweetheart, Carl L. Christensen. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple on Aug.19, 1965. Together, Launa and Carl raised eight children of their own; LeAn (Jeff Bone), John (Lisa), Craig (Heidi), Shauna (Daniel Saxton), Quinton (Wendy), Joseph (Jessica), Lars (Kate) and Tony (Tiffany.)
Anyone who knew Launa felt her unconditional love for them. She had a special gift of making her home a refuge. Launa spent 38 years working as a nurse.
She enjoyed gardening, music and flowers. Most of all, Launa loved her family. Her dedication to her family was evident through her genealogy work and participation in Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Launa was a second mother to many, including her younger sisters and her nephew, Scotty Stolworthy.
She is adored by her 36 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Launa was a true example of faith, service, love and charity. She was truly a Christlike person.
Launa has been reunited with her mother, father, and her infant daughter, Lilyan (July 3-7, 1977).
Viewings will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 29 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. The funeral service will be on Friday, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m. Both the viewings and the funeral will be held at the LDS Church at 1457 W. Atherton Drive, Taylorsville, Utah 84123.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Diana Troop, age 62, returned to the arms of her Heavenly Father Sept. 16, 2017, due to natural causes. She was born to the late Bill Troop and Diana Nelson on April 7, 1955.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.She is survived by her two children, daughter Virginia Krusic and son Kelly O’Leary; ex-husband Thomas Krusic; as well as her mother, Diana Nelson, and four siblings: Dana, Don, Dale and Duane.
She was preceded in death by her father, Bill L. Troop; stepmother Maxine Troop; stepfather Les Nelson; and late husband Shawn O’Leary. She leaves behind many family and friends.
She made an impact on this earth. She taught us all what an angel on earth is, she was the most loving person you’d ever meet and she never met a stranger. Tooele County has lost a jewel and she will be deeply missed by all that had the honor to know her.
Her celebration of life will be held on Sept. 30, at the Tooele FOE 50 S. 1st St. The memorial will be from 2-4 p.m. Immediately following, from 4-7 p.m., will be the reception.
In lieu of flowers we are asking that donations be made to Best Friend’s Animal Sanctuary at bestfriends.org or to PAWS in Pueblo, Colorado at pawspueblo.org.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Glen LaVerl Dewsnup passed away suddenly on Sept. 24, 2017, doing what he loved to do — camping, fishing and hunting with his family and friends.
He was a man with a big heart. We loved him so very much! We know you are in a better place, free of pain.
We will all see you soon, my love!
Glen was born on July 22, 1950, to LaVerl and Joy Dewsnup. He served with pride in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.
Glen married Patty McMain on Dec. 26, 1980.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patty; his wonderful mother, Joy Dewsnup; his loving sons, Tony (Nicole) Dewsnup and Lievi (Tiffany) Dewsnup; his special angel, daughter Jessica Dewsnup; brother Ray (Sally) Dewsnup; sisters Rita (Ron) Manzanares, Cheri (Var) Stott and Sydney; grandchildren: Gage, Beau, Madison, Erin and Devin; and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
Glen is preceded in death by his fishing buddy, his dad, LaVerl Dewsnup and brother Tony Dewsnup.
At Glen’s request, there will be no services. A celebration of Glen’s wonderful memories will be held at a later date.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Stephen R. Shaw, 61, passed away early on Tuesday morning, Sept. 26, 2017, in his home in Tooele, Utah, surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born on March 13, 1956, to James H. and Elizabeth I. Shaw in South Bend, Indiana.
He is survived by his sons, Kyle Christopher (Kelsey) and Matthew James Otis Shaw. He was a wonderful grandfather to Addison, Brooklyn and Kayleigh Shaw. Steve is also survived by his mother, Betty; sisters: Linda Shaw (Jeff Bakken) of Minneapolis, Cynthia Misener (David) of South Bend, Indiana, Karen Hurtekant of Elkhart, Indiana and his brothers: James (Lynda) of South Bend and Kevin (Lorrie) of Watertown, South Dakota.
He was an incredible uncle to 17 nieces and nephews. Steve is also survived by his ex-wife, Crystal, and dozens of cousins.
Steve was a 1974 graduate of LaSalle High School, where he played golf and football, and attended trade and technical schools to further his education. After high school, he moved to California in search of his dreams. Steve returned to South Bend and found that in order to be successful, he needed to be a hard worker.
He worked in the heating and air-conditioning field in South Bend for several years before relocating his family to Stansbury, Utah, in 1992.
He was a machinist for several firms until he retired six years ago due to health reasons.
Steve learned golf from his father at an early age and spent much of his free time playing. He also enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and loved the mountains of Utah. He was a passionate, life-long fan of Notre Dame and liked spending time reading or on the computer.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Kelsey Shaw for all the countless hours of taking care of Steve and making sure he could stay at home for his final days. They would also like to thank all the staff at Rocky Mountain Hospice for keeping him comfortable and Mr. Cole Houghton at Tate Mortuary in Tooele.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30, at 2 p.m. at Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, South Bend, Indiana, with visitation an hour before the service. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kaniewski Funeral Home to help defray expenses of bringing Steve home to his final resting place.
Gayle was born on March 12, 1938, in Grantsville, Utah, to Charles and Blanche Gibson. She married LaMar K. Russell on April 17, 1954. They raised four daughters in their home in Tooele.
Gayle was an avid bowler. She loved working in her yard and painting in her spare time.
She is survived by her daughters: Roxanne (David) Stoddard, Angela (Greg) Dahlstrom, Valerie (Brett) Castagno and son-in-law Rick Nelson.
Her grandchildren are: Lisa (Brandon) Skelton, Justin Stoddard, Lorie Young, Chad (Angie) Castagno, Jamie Aguilar, Amber (Kevin) Miller, Dalton (Hannah) Castagno and Kelly (Matthew) Higgins.
Her great-grandchildren are: Alexander Benavides, Ally Young, Cody Skelton, Chloe Young, Alyssa Stoddard, Cydnee Castagno, Clairissa Young, Trey Castagno, Nicholas Aguilar, Cade Skelton, Wyatt Young, Maddison Miller, Kaycee Castagno, Payton Castagno, Myles Castagno and Jasen Miller.
Her brothers are Val Gibson and Shawn Gibson and her sister is Karlyn. She was preceded in death by husband LaMar, son William and daughter Renee Nelson.
We will miss her dearly, especially her creative spirit and her kindness towards animals.
Services will be held at Tate Mortuary Saturday, Oct. 14, anytime between 1-2:30 p.m. Graveside service will follow at Tooele City Cemetery.
The family of Gayle Russell sends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Rocky Mountain Willow Springs, Rocky Mountain Hospice and Cottage Glen for the wonderful care that they provided.
Mark E. Holsten (Aagard) passed away Sept. 30 in Midland, Texas. A full obituary will be in the next edition of the Transcript Bulletin. Funeral services are under the direction of Didericksen Memorial, 435-277-0050.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Hubert Norman Parish, our beloved father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on Sept. 27, 2017. He was born on Aug. 28, 1932, to Robert and Laura Parish. He was the fourth of eight children.
He married Eva Margene Herzog on March 13, 1954, and their marriage was solemnized on Nov. 6, 1976 in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He had many caring family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Margene and by his son-in-law, Jack Reed.
He is survived by his daughter, Laurie Reed, and his son, Robert Parish (Connie). He is also survived by his sister, Hazel Dowmen, and wonderful sisters-in-law Natalie Medina (Junior), Kathy Jolley (Jeff), Saundra Smith and Joan Parish.
He was preceded in death by his father, mother, sisters Annie Wiehmer and Alice Tracy, brothers: Harold Parish, Raymond Parish, Donald Parish and Owen Parish. A special thanks to his many friends.
A viewing for friends and family will be held at the 17th Ward, 132 N. 570 E, Tooele, Utah, on Oct. 4, 2017, between the hours of 9:30-11 a.m. A funeral service will be held following the viewing. Interment will take place at the Tooele Cemetery.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Zeniff (Zen) LeRoy Hathaway II, 29, departed this life on Sept. 27, 2017. Zen was born in Apple Valley, California and lived in Victorville and Hesperia, California; Heber City, Utah; Beaverton, Oregon; Tooele and Park City, Utah. His favorite residence was Park City.
Zen was an amazing child — inquisitive, imaginative, resourceful, helpful, loving, intelligent and most times a bit too rambunctious. He never outgrew any of those childlike attributes. There were many sides to Zen and few people saw every side.
He was an Eagle Scout, served a service mission for the Family History Department of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, held several technical certifications for Information Technology but preferred to work with his hands.
Zen could fix or build anything and he loved doing it. Zen loved the outdoors — hiking, climbing, biking, skiing, snowboarding and any activity that included cars or motorcycles. The one side everyone did see was his love of people and his willingness to serve whoever and whenever, no matter the situation.
Zen is survived by his parents: Robert and Lynne (Reynolds) Hathaway, Tooele, Utah; siblings: Alisha (Jeremy) Jones, Merkel, Texas; Joseph Hathaway, Woodbridge, Virginia; Nathan (Maxine) Hathaway, Woodbridge, Virginia; Christina (Andrew) Deaver, Orem, Utah; Rob (Lora) Hathaway, Boise, Idaho; Aaron (Aubree) Hathaway, Grantsville, Utah; Kyrra (Michael) Morgan, Tooele, Utah; Tashina Hathaway, Draper, Utah; grandparents: Zeniff Hathaway (Sr), Heber City, Utah; Bill and Diane Reynolds, Hebo, Oregon; nine aunts and uncles, 15 adoring nieces and nephews and scores of cousins.
He is preceded in death by his beloved “Uncle John” Hathaway, Aunt Connie and Uncle Ron Nelson, grandmothers Ruth Hathaway and Jeanie Reynolds and brother Robert Hathaway II.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017, at 1 p.m. in the Tooele Utah Valley View Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 332 E 1000 North, Tooele, Utah, 84074. A viewing will be from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The family invites all who knew or loved him to attend. Interment will be at the Tooele City Cemetery.
Image may be NSFW. Clik here to view.Mark E. Holsten (Aagard) was born Jan. 8, 1963, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and passed away Sept. 30, 2017, in Midland, Texas. Mark worked hard running heavy equipment on gas pipelines around the country. His motto was “make dirt purdy” on completion of a job. He had been known to be a bit mischievous and very giving of his time and help to others.
He is survived by his mom and dad Paula and Gary Aagard; sisters Kim (Breck) Russell and Trudie (Kyle) Peterson; step-brother Ted (Kenna) Aagard; step sisters Debbie (Curtis) Pivet, Wendy (Corey) Dimick and Kathy Burton. Also survived by his family in Texas: Kyle and Candice Clark and Kyle’s mom. A very casual graveside service will be held at the Grantsville City Cemetery on Saturday, Oct. 7 at noon.
Don Lee Johnson was born on June 3, 1933, in Grantsville, Utah. He passed away on Oct. 4, 2017, in Grantsville, Utah. He was the ninth of 10 children born to Charles Wallace Johnson and Phyllis Judd Johnson. His parents passed away when he was six years old. The seven youngest children left at home were raised by Della and Robert Lawrence along with their own five children.
Don Lee served a 2 1/2-year mission for the LDS Church to Paraguay in 1954 to 1956. He served in the U.S Army and was stationed in El Paso, Texas, from 1956 to 1958. After graduating from Brigham Young University, he went to California for his first teaching job. He spent 60 years in Oakland where he taught school for 32 years. During his summer school breaks he traveled the world with his good friend and business associate Steve Hazis.
After retiring from teaching, he was employed by the LDS Church as manager of the Oakland Temple Cafeteria. He enjoyed planning the menu, ordering, shopping and cooking the food. He served as a ward organist most of his life and served in several Bishoprics. He especially loved helping the full time missionaries. He loved his Father in Heaven and served Him with all his heart. He was a generous man who was always helping others.
In April 2016, Don moved back to Grantsville, Utah, as a resident at Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living Center. Many kind letters and cards were sent to him from his past friends and associates. He was loved by all who knew him, as he was kind and gentle, very gracious and always a gentleman. He spent his life taking care of others, always wanting to buy lunch, offering a tip, a ride, or anything that he could do to help others. All who knew him were a witness of his hospitality.
Don Lee is survived by his oldest brother Robert Marden Johnson of St. George, Utah; his youngest sister Sherry Johnson of Overton, Nevada; brother-in- law Roy Stapp of Bountiful, Utah; and many nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Della and Robert Lawrence, and seven siblings: McKay Johnson, Kenneth Johnson, Wallace Johnson, Vivian Marsden, Gwen Stapp, William B Johnson, and Beverly Perkins.
We are grateful to all those at Diamond Jane’s who loved him and took care of him. Special thanks to his nurse Michelle Bolinder and his assistant nurse, Margarita. To Harmony Home Health Care, thank you Jordan. A special thank you to Don’s sister, Becky Kimber, for her love, comfort, patience and care during his time in Grantsville.
Funeral services will be held at the Grantsville West Stake Center, 115 E. Cherry Street, Grantsville, Utah, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017 at 12 noon. A viewing will be held prior to the services starting at 11 a.m. Interment will be at the Grantsville City Cemetery following the service.
Sandra was born Jan. 3, 1967, to Daniel Gary and Deon M. Sproule. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by friends and family, on Sept. 14, 2017.
