Steve Nelson

Steve Nelson, age 68, died of cancer on October 13, 2015. He was born in Fall River Mills, CA on July 17, 1947 to Wilbur and Ethel Nelson. He grew up in Salt Lake City, UT, where his parents pastored a church, ran a gospel radio ministry, and taught their children in the ways of the LORD.

Steve and his first wife Cheryl moved to Seattle, WA in 1969, where they had their only son, Nate. Steve loved worshipping Jesus and leading other people in His praise, and in 1986, he became the worship leader at Woodland Baptist church (later Grace Fellowship). While there, Steve constantly showed the love of Christ to people in the Ballard area, and became pastor of the church in 2001.

In 2007, Steve met, fell in love with, and married Jennifer Stoops Nelson, and the following year, the Lord blessed them with a son, Luke. As a pastor, Steve continued to dad-and-luke-reading-july-2010grow in his commitment to trust the Lord and his son Jesus Christ in every area of his life, and to love every person he met as a creation of God. He lived according to Hebrews 10:35-36.

“Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.”

In July of 2015, in the midst of a three-year battle against cancer, Steve retired from Grace Fellowship and planned, with his wife Jen and son Luke, to move to Sequim, WA to begin a home ministry, teaching people about God’s grace through Jesus Christ. On October 13, Steve, like that Great Cloud of Witnesses before him, “died in faith, not having received the dad-nate-and-luke-may-2010things promised, but having seen them and greeted them from afar, and having acknowledged that [he was a stranger and exile] on the earth.” (Hebrews 11:13)

Steve’s love for others and the strength of his faith in God’s power and goodness continue to set an example for his family, his flock, and his friends.

Steve is survived by his wife Jen and his sons Nate, Jazz, and Luke. His memorial service will be at Calvary Ballard (410 NW 62nd St., Seattle, WA, 98107) on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 2:00pm.

Lynn Burrows

Lynn Richard Burrows peacefully left this world to join his sweetheart Jackie on October 4, 2015. He passed away at home of natural causes. He was one of 6 children to parents Richard and Dorothy Burrows. He was blessed to call Jackie's 7 siblings his own as well. He grew up in Bennion, Utah. He graduated from Granger High School in 1965 and shortly after married Jackie, the love of his life, on April 25, 1966. They were married 49 years. Lynn and Jackie were never apart until just 6 months ago when Jackie passed away from an illness. He told us she taught him how to love. They prove that true love's bond can never be broken. We are happy for the joyous reunion they are having.

Everyone that knew Lynn loved and admired him. He was a quiet man whose loyalty, integrity, and hard work gave him many opportunities. Shortly after his high school graduation he joined the Army and served his country well. He was instrumental in establishing AYSO Soccer in the Cottonwood Heights and surrounding areas. He received many honors while working as a respected Master Electrician and Businessman. He was admired for his honesty and work ethic. He was enjoying his retirement and using his time golfing, bowling and having fun with his children and grandchildren. He spent many years bowling on a men's league at All Star Lanes in West Jordan. That was his home away from home up until his passing. He treasured many friendships there.

Family meant everything to Lynn. He taught us to be generous, honest, caring, giving, respectful and determined. He showed us how to stand up for the things we believe in. He was our protector, provider and best friend. We will miss you Dad! You're the best Dad and Grandpa we could have asked for. Give Mom a kiss for us. We love you!

Lynn is survived by his son Dennis (Larkin), son Dean (Jessica), daughter Dee (Larry), 10 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.

An Open House to celebrate Lynn's life will be held at the Burrows residence at 5479 W. Clipper Peak Circle in Herriman, Utah on Friday, October 16th, 2015 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Online condolences may be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 11, 2015

Pam Rasmussen

Pamela Rae Larsen, our loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 27, 2015.

Born to Manasseh Ruel Rasmussen and Gloria Mae Condie Rasmussen on November 27, 1946 in Murray, Utah. Pam attended elementary, junior high, and high school in Granger, Utah and graduated from Granger High School. Following graduation, Pam married Steven Bowles and together they had one daughter, Wendy. Pam later married Carl J. Larsen on December 26, 1968 in Granger, Utah. Pam and Carl lived most of their married life in Magna, Utah. As a youth, Pam was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and she lived her entire life providing service to others as taught by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Pam enjoyed social gatherings with her friends and family. Pam worked for several years at Deseret Industries and later worked for the Granite School District as a janitor, retiring in 2008 after 21 years of service.

Pam is survived by her husband, Carl Larsen, Magna, UT; daughter, Wendy (Wade) Lohmeyer, West Valley City, UT; one granddaughter, Mrissa; and one grandson, Hudson; mother, Gloria Rasmussen, Magna, UT; brother, Richard (VaLeen) Rasmussen, Tremonton, UT, brother, Galen (DiAnn) Rasmussen, Syracuse, UT. Pam was preceded in death by her father, Manasseh Ruel Rasmussen. Pam loved the Larsen family as much as her own family and will be missed by them all.

Finally, thanks is expressed to the many neighbors, friends and loved ones who rendered service to the family. Pam will be loved and missed until we meet again in the eternities.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 2, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, where viewings will be Thursday, October 1, 6-8:00 p.m. and Friday prior to the service, 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from Sept. 29 to Sept. 30, 2015

Sam Bryan

Samuel O. Bryan, beloved father and husband, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, July 10, 2015.

 

Sam was born on August 12, 1947 to Virginia Bennion Bryan and Rex A. Bryan. The first of seven children, he grew up in Utah and Arizona prior to enlisting in the US Marine Corps in 1966 and serving his tour of duty as an aircraft mechanic during the Vietnam War.  He was honorably discharged in 1972 after achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant.

 

Sam was a man of many talents and careers. After returning from Vietnam, he spent several years working as a Harmon's Grocery manager before starting a nearly twenty year career as an electronics repairman. He then moved to a position as an instrumentation technician for Fluor Corporation at the Kennecott smelter until his retirement in 2014.

 

In his free time, Sam enjoyed fishing, hiking, and woodworking and was in the process of building his own wood shop to continue this hobby. Additionally, he was very active in the Utah fireworks community and loved building and setting up fireworks displays. He spent his remaining free time split between his lifelong passions in photography and riding his monster (Ducati).

 

Sam was a hard-working man with a goofy sense of humor. He loved his family with all of his heart and would do anything for them (and did).

 

Preceded in death by his mother Virginia, brother-in-law Kelly, niece Desiree, and pups Boomer, Tucker and Cooper. Sam is survived by his wife Holly of 40 years and sons Chad (Sharlee) and Chase; brother Rielly (Mary Ellen); sisters Penny (Alfonso), Mary (Russ), Jenny, Arlene and Judy; in-laws Jim (Diane), Brenda, Terry (Dawn), Jenny, Troy (Sandy), Rachel (Kelly, deceased), and many nieces and nephews.

 

The family would like to thank the South Salt Lake Fire and Police Departments.

 

Poppo light up the skies, 'til we see you again.

 

Per his last requests, Sam's remains will be cremated.  Services will be held Saturday, July 18th at 2 pm at Murray Memorial Mortuary, 5850 S. 900 E., Murray, UT. Please dress casually.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune

Russell Abney

Russell Jean Abney 67 years old, returned to our Heavenly Father peacefully on April 9, 2015 surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born April 18, 1947 to Roscoe Abney and Ruby Ashby Abney. He married the love of his life, Julia Ann Greenhalgh on December 20, 1966. Then sealed in the Ogden LDS Temple December 20, 1973.

He served faithfully as a LDS Bishop, Stake President and many other callings with in the church. He always knew what he wanted in life and did whatever it took to accomplish it. No matter how busy he was if he saw any one in need, he would stop whatever he was doing and go help in whatever way he could. Russell was a hard worker his entire life. He was a CPA, owned his own firm for several years. He was partners in a trailer repair business for many years and owned a Plumbing contractors company in Las Vegas NV for several years. Russell loved to build homes. He built 3 homes in his life time. He loved to help his family with their home projects as well. He loved to work. He loved going to movies with his sweetheart, traveling and eating Churro’s in Disneyland.

Russell is survived by his mother Ruby Ashby Abney, wife Julia Ann Greenhalgh Abney, 8 children, Wendy Chapman (Dave), Kimberly Yates (Todd), Todd Abney (Susan), Candi Hamre (Cory), Teresa Lords (Justin), Shanna Aker, Jamie Martin (Sean), Brett Abney (Suellen), 32 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, 2 sisters Carma Broadbent and Sabrina Ortega. He was preceded in death by his father Roscoe Abney and an infant sister.

There will be a memorial on Saturday April 18, 2015 at 7:00 pm at the LDS Chapel 3836 West 4100 South, WVC, UT. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.