Our loving father, brother, son, and uncle, Ralph Lloyd, passed away on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017. Ralph was born in Logan, Utah, on March 1, 1952, to Harold R. and June Haskel Lloyd.

He graduated from Tooele High School and attended Dixie College. He was a bricklayer by trade, well known for his artistic work. In his younger years he was a member of the PRCA and participated in bull riding and bronc riding. He enjoyed camping, hunting, and other outdoor activities. He was an avid Denver Broncos fan.

He married Jerilyn McFarland. Later divorced. He then married Sandy Swanger. Later divorced. He is survived by his mother June; his son Trevor Lloyd of Huntington Beach, California, and his daughters Rachel Harmon and Michelle Lloyd of Springfield, Missouri; grandsons Drake Davis and Xander Harmon of Springfield, Missouri; siblings Duane Lloyd of Grantsville, Utah; Helen Teeples of Tooele, Utah, and Gary Lloyd of Tooele, Utah; and his longtime companion Cheryl Penney. He was preceded in death by his father Harold Lloyd and his sister Charlene Larsen. He will be greatly missed.

A viewing will be held on Oct. 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 27 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Dalton Hoopes Funeral Home, 150 W. Main St. in Grantsville. A graveside service will be held at the Grantsville City Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 27. Please share a memory or condolence at daltonhoopes.com

Baylie died on Sept. 27, 2017. She was 17 months old. She was born on April 2, 2016. She came to live with her foster family, who loved her dearly, straight from the hospital at two weeks of age. She was full of smiles for everyone. All who knew her adored her. At 13 months of age, she was returned to her biological family where four months later, she tragically died.

She is survived by her sisters: Lyndsey (11), Kyarra (5), Addison (six months) and her brother Joseph (3) as well as her foster family. She will be missed until that great day when she is resurrected and reunited with her family.

She will be laid to rest at Valley View Cemetery, 4335 W. 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah, on Oct. 25 at 3 p.m.

Norell Richins Durfee, born in Tropic, Utah, on Nov. 24, 1932, to William and Dee Richins, passed away on Oct. 24, 2017. Mother loved her early years in southern Utah, and after marrying Frank, they returned every summer with their family for the Hatch reunion.

Tropic reservoir held a special place in her heart. Mom loved to sing with the church choir. And as Frank did, loved the time they spent with the Grantsville Riding Club. She absolutely loved all of her grandkids and great grand-children.

Survived by children: Wayne, Toni (Billy), Annette (Craig) and Kenneth Wade (Eduardo); 7 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Frank,  daughter Jillyn, granddaughter Cassidy, sisters Ethel and Alda, and brother Neil.

The family would like to thank the staff at The Beehive Home for their compassion and care during her stay. Viewing will be held Oct. 30 at Tate Mortuary from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Interment at Grantsville Cemetery at 1 p.m.

Terry James Russell was born on Nov. 1, 1951, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and passed away on Oct. 19, 2017.

Funeral services will be held at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 S. 900 East, Salt Lake City, on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.

Baylie Serenity Rutherford died on Sept. 27, 2017. She was born on April 2, 2016. She was a beautiful little girl, loved by all and taken too soon. She has been laid to rest and is now a beautiful angel and will be missed deeply. She is survived by her four siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents.

Nancy R. Pozza, age 64, passed away Oct. 29, 2017, in her house surrounded by Stacy, April and Mike after an eight-month battle with lung and brain cancer.

She was born Oct. 6, 1953, in Salt Lake City to Gweneth Evans (Sis) and Raymond Rieke. She married Gary Madison, later divorced. She married Michael J. Pozza on April 5, 1985.

Nancy enjoyed her family, especially her daughters and grand kids. Nancy is survived by her husband Mike Pozza, Tooele; her children: April Beatz (Aaron), Tooele; Gary Madison (Wendy), Salt Lake City; Tiffany Inman (Greg), Salt Lake City; Samantha Fryer (Danny), Tooele; and Stacy Pozza, Tooele; sister Billie Jo Fairclough (Dave); Patty Maddison (Brent Fulmer) of Salt Lake City; and 13 grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and grandchildren Breanna Marie, Coy Stevens, and Chealsea Marie.

Service will be held Nov. 2, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th St., Tooele. We would like to thank Huntsman Cancer Center. Mom/Nana we all love you. Rest in peace; take care of all of us.

Margene Brown Imlay passed away peacefully at the age of 88 at home on Oct. 26, 2017, due to natural causes. Margene was born on Feb. 13, 1929, in Grantsville, Utah, the youngest child of Roy T. and Alice Clark Brown.

Margene married LeRoy Clark Imlay on April 29, 1948, in the Salt Lake Temple. She was a wonderful homemaker who was an excellent cook and seamstress. She loved her family and loved having her children and grandchildren around her. Margene strived to make everyone feel welcome and was concerned with everyone’s well-being.

She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions, including Relief Society president, regional dance director, organist, and as an ordinance worker in the Salt Lake Temple. She demonstrated her love of Jesus Christ by quietly serving as called, and preferred to serve in the background.

Margene loved music and started playing the piano when she was eight years old. She excelled as a pianist and accompanied many individuals and choirs, both for church and civic functions, throughout her life. She taught piano lessons for most of her life and loved hearing about how her former students were continuing to play the piano.

She loved dancing, and one of her favorite ways to spend an evening was dancing with the love of her life, Clark. Together, Margene and Clark choreographed and taught dances for both church and school groups, including the promenade to Grantsville High juniors for many junior proms. Many people were influenced by her talents.

She loved horses and loved to go for rides with Clark whenever she could. She loved BYU sports and loved to travel to away BYU football games. As her health declined and she was unable to attend games, Margene rarely missed watching the games and loved to discuss the happenings of BYU sports. She also loved to watch the Utah Jazz.

Her many personal sacrifices and example have left a long legacy and positive impact in the lives of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clark; parents; brothers, Clark and Ross; and sisters, Cora Burmester and Donna Sandberg. Margene is survived by her children: Lynn (Jo), Karen (Marion) Barnhill, Kevin (Colleen), Denise (Brook) Hales, Jeanine (Frank) Elsholz, Diane (Scott) Lloyd, and Lee (Laura); 32 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held Nov. 4, 2017, at 11 a.m. in the Grantsville 10th Ward, 81 N. Church St., Grantsville. A viewing will be held on Nov. 3, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Nov. 4, 2017, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Grantsville 10th Ward building.

Jacqueline Anne McMurray Boltz died Oct. 26, 2017, following a short illness. She was born Dec. 27, 1935, to Ray and Mary (McCoy) McMurray. Following her graduation from Tooele High School in 1954, she attended Holy Cross Hospital of nursing on a full-ride scholarship, graduating in 1957.

After a short stay in Long Beach, California, Jackie returned to Tooele and was hired at the Tooele Hospital where she worked until she retired. She married Gary Edward Boltz in 1960.

Jackie is survived by children: Bridgette Gehring and Patrick (Kathy) Boltz; grandchildren Jeramy, Sara (Jason), Kimi (Gabe) and Shawn; sister Dottie Cerroni, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her husband Gary, and sisters MaryRae, Judy, and Suzie.

Jackie’s passion for nursing was only seconded by her love of camping with family and friends, fishing, and taking her grandchildren overnight for fun, cartoons, and Happy meals. She enjoyed using her computer for keeping track of everything. Her granddaughter Sara followed in her footsteps and is now an RN, an accomplishment Jackie was especially proud of. Jeramy also spent many Sundays having dinner with “Grams.”

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Joe and Ida Bittman, friends and next door neighbors of Jackie who always kept a special watch out for her. Also to Jeffery Martinez who made sure the snow was always removed so Jackie could get her car out and remain independent in the wintertime.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated Nov. 1, 2017, at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th St., Tooele at 11:30 a.m. Friends may call at 11 a.m., with private family viewing from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. A luncheon will follow the services and all are welcome.

“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” 

Herman Roy Candelario passed away peacefully at the age of 65 at home on Oct. 31, 2017. He was born on Jan. 18,1952, to Joe and Corina Candelario of Tooele.

Herman was married to Marcie. They had three remarkable children: Michelle, Jennifer and Nathan. He also had two wonderful grandsons: Gabriel and Emilio. He was very proud and loved his family dearly.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and traveling. He looked forward to watching his grandsons play baseball. He had such a big heart and would help anyone who needed help.

He previously worked at Anaconda Mine, Barrick Gold Mine and EG&G. He was born and raised in Tooele and made many friends throughout his life. He was a member of St. Marguerite Catholic Church.

Herman is survived by his wife Marcie Candelario; his children Michelle (Marty) Aragon, Jennifer Puga, and Nathan Candelario; grandsons Gabriel and Emilio Aragon; siblings Andrew, Elmer “Sugar” (Sandra), Diana, and Anita (Clay) Campbell.

Preceded in death by his parents Joe and Corina Candelario, in-laws Paul and Teresa Trujillo, and sister in-law Kate Wilson. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Rocky Mountain Hospice Staff.

Funeral services will be held on Nov. 4, 2017, at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th St., Tooele. Viewing is 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mass is 11 a.m. to noon. Interment Tooele Cemetery. Lunch will follow at St. Marguerite Catholic Church.

When I go, don’t cry for me,

In my father’s arms I’ll be.

The wounds this world left on my soul,

I will be healed and I will be whole.

The sun and moon will be replaced

with the light of Jesus’ face,

for my Savior knows my name.

I will be home and free I’ll be.

Dixie Marr Bottom (Halgren), 82, passed away Oct. 17, 2017, at Pomona Valley Hospital in Pomona, California. She was born and raised in Tooele, Utah, and graduated with honors from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Following her university studies, she taught elementary school in both Southern and Northern California, and served in many capacities within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

She was loved by all who knew her and Dixie will be certainly missed by family and friends.

She is survived by her husband Edward Bottom; three children: Tiffany Flanagan, Mark and Joel; 10 grandchildren: Ashley, Kelsey, Scotty, Hunter, Logan Flanagan, Emma and Dayton Bottom, and Taylor, Mason and Marcus Bottom; and a great grandchild Hayden Flanagan.

Preceded in death by her parents Mark D. Halgren and Ethel R. Halgren.

Funeral services were held on Oct. 28, 2017, at the Diamond Bar LDS chapel in Southern California. Burial services will be held at noon on Nov. 3, 2017, at Tooele City Cemetery.

Sunrise: July 20, 1934 – Sunset: Oct. 27, 2017

With heartfelt sorrow, the Graham family announces Gilbert Leopoldo Graham’s passing to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was born in Taos, New Mexico, to Victor and Isbelita Graham.

Gilbert leaves behind his loving wife Dorothy of 63 years and the five children he was blessed with: two sons Gilbert Marv Jr., and Victor; and three daughters Alice (Jesse) Holguin, Joyce (Louie) Valerio, and Debra (Mike) Maestas.

He grew up with five siblings: Chris Graham, Loren Lucero, Eva Rodriguez, Gertrude Aragon and Arturo (Bertha) Graham. Gilbert was also blessed with 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren, along with many relatives and friends.

He was employed at the Tooele Army Depot for many years and retired in 1984.

Preceded in death by his parents; siblings Chris, Loren and Eva; son Victor; and grandson Shylock Martinez.

Gilbert touched the hearts of many people during his lifetime and will always be remembered. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and respect to all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th St., Tooele, on Nov. 3 at 11:30 a.m.

Anyone wishing to convey their condolences may do so one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at the Tooele City Cemetery following the funeral mass.

Daniel Robert Adams of Erda, Utah, died peacefully in his sleep in his Provo home the morning of Nov. 2, 2017, at 22 years of age. Daniel was born Feb. 11, 1995, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dan loved collecting things, eating out, going to movies, and spending time with his brother Jeff. Dan and his brother were adopted on June 10, 2002, and were sealed to our family in the Salt Lake Temple on July 19, 2002.

Dan was born with Cornelia De Lange Syndrome. He taught us more than we ever thought possible about loving and accepting others. He expanded our view and deepened our love. We are eternally grateful to you Dan. You will be missed.

Daniel is survived by his parents Robert and Cindy Adams; his brother Jeffery Adams; his sisters Carolyn (Alex), Sharon Renee, Makayla (Jordan) and Siera; four adorable nieces; grandparents Deonne Grappendorf, Sharon Adams, Steve and Carolyn Walker, and Michael Paul and Vida Frieden.

It took a village to care for Daniel and we gratefully recognize the love and support of many, many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. We also love and recognize the Rise staff, NES work force, and Daniel’s Chrysalis family who made such a difference to his quality of life and for the friendships he made there.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Kramer Family Funeral Home of West Valley City. Daniel’s funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Nov. 13 in the Erda Chapel, 323 E. Erda Way in Erda.  There will be a visitation at 9 a.m. prior to the service. He will be laid to rest in the Stansbury City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Daniel’s GoFundMe page would be appreciated to help cover funeral and burial costs.

Gayle Marie Drinville-Irvine was born on July 18, 1955, to Jack and Jeanie Drinville and passed away peacefully on Nov. 2, 2017. Her family and friends were by her side.

Gayle was born in Vallejo, California, but lived in Benicia, California, for the first six years of her life. In 1961 she moved to Tooele, Utah, with her parents and three sisters.

After graduating from Tooele High School, and upon completing Weber State College’s nursing program, she acquired her RN. Gayle worked at Primary Children’s Hospital for over 40 years making many friendships along the way. After a monumental time working with the hospital, Gayle retired in 2015 and moved to Torrey, Utah, a place she loved and had dreamed of living for many years.

Gayle had a scintillating light that would brighten anyone’s day, especially when she showed her humor. Anyone and everyone who knew Gayle loved her humorous outlook and perspective on life. She was always quick with a joke and had a glow of her own. Gayle was always adventurous and loved to explore, whether it was working a few summers at the Grand Tetons, horseback riding, driving her 1964 Red Ford Thunderbird in the 4th of July Parade in Tooele, running in marathons, biking, hiking, camping or road trips. She even skydived once! Kindness and generosity were also some of her strong points, not only for the patients she cared for, who were mainly children, but for her family and friends as well. Putting others’ needs before her own, she was abundant in her care of others.

Gayle’s affinity for music never held her back from dabbling in anything from reading and writing poetry to singing, playing the guitar and piano. She knew the right song, at the right moment, for the right occasion. With all those beautiful characteristics she possessed, it would eventually bring her to Ray Irvine, the love of her life. Together they would embark on many adventures, all with unconditional love for each other.

Gayle is survived by her son Alex Shank, her parents Jack and Jeanie Drinville, and sisters Debra Ann Ralston and Betsy Jean Bacon. Gayle was preceded in death by her sister Jacki, husband Ray Irvine, and the father to her son, Harry Patrick Shank.

Funeral services will be held on Nov. 10, 2017, at St. Marguerite Catholic Church, 15 S. 7th St., Tooele, Utah. Visitation is at 10 a.m. with the funeral service following at 11 a.m. Burial is at Tooele Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Nov. 11, 2017, at Café Trio, 6405 S. 3000 East, Salt Lake City, Utah.

During the early morning hours of Nov. 5, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with COPD, Ruth Amelia Fowler Linares returned to her heavenly home. She was born Nov. 23, 1927, to Leslie and Josephine Fowler in Placerville, California, where she spent her childhood years with her two sisters and three brothers. She met Alfred Linares during World War II and they married on Jan. 23, 1946. He preceded her in death on Dec. 7, 2006. They moved to Wendover in 1952, where she held various positions for the Western Café and Stateline Hotel Casino.

For the past 10 years she resided in Ibapah, Utah. She loved living near the mountains, taking in the fresh air, exploring the backcountry, and looking for treasures from a bygone era. She had a sassy spirit and religious soul, and remained a lifetime member of the Catholic faith. One of her favorite things was to crotchet blankets and give them away to everyone she met. She had a unique talent for making world-renowned chili meat and tortillas.

In February 2017, she was admitted to Rocky Mountain Care Willow Springs in Tooele, where she spent her last eight months. Her caregivers at the facility, including hospice, provided loving and tender care during her stay, well beyond expectations.

The family wishes to thank the entire staff for becoming a part of her life. Thanks to the Catholic priests and chaplains for her special blessings, Wendover City and community, and to Tate Mortuary.

She is survived by her seven children who dearly loved her: Danny (Deanna), Grantsville; Kenneth (Terry), Grantsville; Donna (John) Glover, Crescent City, California; Michael (Wendy) Draper; Linda (Danny) Michels, Globe, Arizona; Nancy (Brad) Gentry, Wendover, Nevada; and Pie (Marilyn), Ibapah.

She leaves behind a posterity of many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. Grandma Cuca was proud of them all and loved each one individually.

A celebration of life will be held Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in the Wendover Community Building.  Casual attire. In accordance with her wishes to be cremated, the family requests in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the George E. Wahlen Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 500 Foothill Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah 84148.

Ruth K. Warburton Hardy, 90, passed away on Nov. 5, 2017, at University of Utah Hospital. She was born July 12, 1927, to Leslie and Edith Warburton of Erda, Utah. She lived in Erda until the age of 6 when she moved to Tooele where she remained a life-long resident.

Ruth was married to Dale E. Hardy until his passing in 1996. She retired from Tooele Army Depot with 25 years of service. In her younger days, everyone knew of Cactus (her nickname) and Peanuts (her horse). She was an original member of the Tooele Bit ‘n’ Spur and was Grand Marshall in 2002. Mom’s love and passion for horses and riding was only surpassed by the love she had for her family.

She is survived by three children: Dalene (Jerry) Syndergaard, Richard (Lisa) Hardy and Toni (Kelley) Koford; seven grandchildren: Tyler, Staci, Greg, Richelle, Dan, Colby and Courtney. She also has nine great grandchildren with one more on the way. Preceded in death by her parents, spouse and three older brothers, Sherman, Jerry and Peter.

Viewing will be 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 8 at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main in Tooele, and one hour prior to graveside services, which will be held at 1 p.m. on Nov. 9, 2017, at Tooele City Cemetery.

January 15, 1931 – November 4, 2017

Pat has been reunited with her beloved husband Elmer on November 4, 2017. Pat was born January 15, 1931 to Melvon and Irma Jewel Poe in Alamogordo, New Mexico. She was the first child to bless this family, followed by two rowdy brothers, Jack (Vel) of Tucson, Arizona and Gerry of Elfrida, Arizona. Pat started early taking care of those she loved and her compassion was unsurpassed.

Pat married the love of her life, Elmer Louis Mosteller on May 6, 1946 in Bisbee Arizona.  Where they raised two rowdy boys of their own; Daniel (Glenda) of Stockton, Utah and David (Debbie) of Nephi, Utah.  She had many passions in life, raising her family, collecting rocks with her husband, bowling on many different leagues, playing bridge, the yearly hunting trips and her love of history.   She accomplished everything she tried; working many jobs in the community until in the mid 70’s she opened her own business in Bisbee, Arizona.  “Old Friends Ice Cream Parlor and Gift Shop” was a staple for many in town, where she sold her husband’s jewelry he created and many other rock specimens, while teaching her grandkids work ethics.   She ran that business successfully for twelve years until she decided that seeing the world was her new priority.  Pat loved to travel and although Elmer wasn’t much for it she never had a hard time finding someone to tag along. If you were to ask her where her favorite place was to visit you better have lots of time because there was not just one. Australia, New Zealand, Holland, China, Egypt, Bahamas’ and Hawaii were just a few. The highlight of a some being the “girl trips” but the most memorable trip was the one to Florida and the Bahamas’ for her 80’s birthday where she wrangled an alligator while holding a baby alligator. She was fearless.

Being a grandma was also a highlight of her life.  Her grandkids and great grandkids held a special place in her heart. After providing care of her ailing parents and husband she relocated to Tooele, Utah to be closer to her boys.  Her love for playing cards brought many new friends into her life and made her days delightful. Pat was one of those people that never met a stranger; if you knew her at all you would agree. She will be missed by many including, bridge partners, Westerners (historical society), neighbors, and her family. Pat lived life on her terms and died on her terms.  She leaves us with, “I’ve lived a good life but love and family are the most important”.

At a later date Pat will join her husband in Bisbee, Arizona.  A small social will be held at her home in Tooele, 192 South 200 West on November 11, 2017, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers please donate to one of your favorite charities.

Blanche Whiteley Pratt passed away on Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. Her obituary will be published in Thursday’s edition of the Tooele Transcript Bulletin.

Donald Joseph Stoddard passed away on Nov. 10, 2017. A full obituary will appear in Thursday’s edition of the Tooele Transcript Bulletin. For more information, contact Tate Mortuary at 435-882-0676.

1924-2017

Mary A. Kading, our loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away Nov. 10, 2017, with her daughter by her side.

She was born June 11, 1924, in Wichita, Kansas, to Homer Hundley and Josephine Rebol. She married Ralph Kading on Aug. 8, 1953, who preceded her in death. She worked at Tooele Army Depot as an ammunition specialist and upon retirement volunteered for many years at the Tooele Senior Citizens Center.

She is survived by daughter Cheryl Everett; son Joseph Simonich; stepdaughter Peggy Spradling; special granddaughters Brandy Everett (Katie) and Brittany Bullock (Mike); grandson Brett Bevan; and special great grandsons Brody, Brysen and Briggs Bullock. She is also survived by many more grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also preceded in death by son John Simonich and daughter Brenda Coker.

Special thanks to the staff at Rocky Mountain Care and Rocky Mountain Hospice for their loving care of mom during the last few years.

Graveside services will be held at 12 noon on Nov. 15, 2017, at Tooele City Cemetery. Prior to graveside services, friends may visit with the family on Nov. 15 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main St., Tooele. Rest in peace Mom. We love you.

Claude Leon Rydalch, 84, long-time resident of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017.

His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 18 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building, located at 651 Gladstone Street, Idaho Falls. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. and a luncheon will follow the funeral service. Burial is at Teton-Newdale Cemetery.

Claude was born in Grantsville, Utah, Oct. 21, 1933. He graduated from Sugar-Salem High School and attended the University of Utah.

Claude married Barbara Jeanniene Shields on May 9, 1956. In May of 2016, they held a 60th Wedding Anniversary celebration in Idaho Falls.

Claude worked as a firefighter for the Idaho Falls Fire Department for 25 years. He was a driver for 16 of those years, and for nearly five years, he was a paramedic. His selfless service is remembered by residents to this day.

He also worked for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company and Monte’s Mobile Homes.

Claude greatly enjoyed sports, especially basketball, football and softball. He also wrestled, and was happy to drive the Star Valley High School State Champions Wrestling team to their games, after he retired from the fire department.

Claude was an active member of the LDS Church and served two missions. He was called to the Great Lakes Mission in 1953 for two years, and in 1999 he served with his sweetheart for one-and-a-half years in the Utah Salt Lake City Family History Mission, where they indexed Ellis Island records.

Claude was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary (Robinson); his brother, Charles Rodney; his daughter, Mary Eliza; his sister-in-law, Dauna (Murland); his daughter-in-law, Melanie (first wife of son Mike); his great-grandchild, Rob Saad, Jr.; and his sister Jolene (Ralph) Cluff.

Claude is survived by his wife, Jeanniene; their children, Lee (Janis), Carey (Audrey), Robin (Dan) Whitworth, Mike (Darlene), Wendy (Allen) Jones, and Todd (Trisha); his siblings, Don (Doralee), Janice (Merle) Jeppesen, and Murland; and 21 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren.

The family thanks the folks at Schwab Mortuary and Crematory of Afton, Wyoming, and those who have graciously served.