Kurt Parker

Kurt Stauffer Parker (69) passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016 surrounded by his loved ones. Curly was born on April 12, 1947, in SLC, UT, to parents Douglas Alma Parker and Leone Ada Stauffer Parker.

He married Lesley Parkinson on December 23, 1973 in Elko, NV.

Curly loved camping, hunting, fishing, and horses. He had a huge garden and loved sitting in his backyard with his dogs spending time with his family and friends. He passed his love of the outdoors to his children and grandchildren. People who knew him best will always remember seeing him enjoying life in his backyard with a story and beer ready to share.

He is survived by his wife, 2 children: Jennifer (Brady), Lucas (Jamie), his 2 grandchildren: Mitchell and Caitlin, and his 2 brothers: Dean (Claudia), Dale (Carol).

At Curly's request there will be no funeral services held.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Dec. 11, 2016

Julie Beal

Julie Ann Beal Clark, our cherished mother, wife, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away at home in her sleep on December 16, 2016, after a two year battle with ALS. Julie was born on June 22, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Barbara Beal and Ben D. Beal. She had three younger sisters and one brother: Carolyn, Dianne, Suzanne, and Bennie.

Julie's family was always her first priority. In 1971, she married her soulmate, Robert Leon Clark. They were best friends and the greatest parents to their three children, Christina, Matthew, and Anne. Julie also loved her sons in law, Mike and Mikey, with all her heart, and absolutely adored her grandson, Robert, and her baby granddaughter, Clara.

Julie was a beautiful person, inside and out. She was kind and generous to people, as well as animals. She selflessly cared for several colonies of feral cats for many years.

Julie was hardworking, creative, smart and resourceful. Nothing was too difficult when she set her mind to it. She loved art and collecting antiques. Some favorites were pictures, frames and vintage salt & pepper shakers. She loved history and could talk about it for hours at a time. She was always reading, learning and sharing interesting facts.

Julie graduated from Westminster College in 1983 with a degree in teaching but spent most of her years as the Vice President of Clark's Minerals.

Julie was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Clark, and her father, Ben D. Beal. She is survived by her son, Matthew, daughters Christina and Anne, sons in law, Mike and Mikey, grandchildren Robert and Clara, and her mother, brother and sisters.

Viewing: Wed, Dec 21, 2016, 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services: Thurs, Dec 22, 2016, 2:00 p.m. All services at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park (3401 S. Highland Dr.) Family and friends are invited to Julie and Bob's family home after graveside services.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2016

John Mathews

Our brother, father, uncle and cousin John William Mathews passed away peacefully at his home October 11, 2016. He was born on January 17, 1946, the oldest of six children of Donald J. and Mary O. Mathews. Raised in Kearns, Utah and graduated from Granger High Class of 1965. He honorably served in the United States Air Force in hospital administration.

John married Gertrice "Kay" Damascus, later divorced. He led a life of service through helping people that needed his care. He was a C.N.A and after retiring he was a courier for patients to and from appointments. He will be dearly missed at Majestic Meadows for being their go to man. He served with a contagiously pleasant attitude. John loved golf and was a huge fan of all sports teams from Pittsburgh.

John married his soul mate, Carolynn Marie, and enjoyed a short time together before her passing. He is preceded in death by Carolynn Marie, Carolyn Nadine, parents and brother Craig. He survived by brothers Don Alton (Linda), Duane W. (Ana), Greg (Melanie) and sister Mary Jane (Eric), many sons, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

There will be a Celebration of Life Friday, October 14 2016 4 p.m. at Majestic Meadows Mobile Home Park clubhouse. 4580 S. 1055 W. Taylorsville Utah 84123. Special thanks to Carlos and Gail at Majestic Meadows and Life Church for their prayers and support. Cremation provided by IPS Crematory and Mortuary. Burial of remains with Carolynn in Blanding Utah at a later date.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 14, 2016

Diana Hamblin

4/30/1947- 9/13/2016
Our hearts are aching as we mourn the loss of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and best friend, Diana Peatross, age 69. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Leon and Ruth Hamblen. Mother of 5 children, grandmother to 15, and great grandmother to 12. Diana truly was the embodiment of what a mother and best friend should be.

Diana will be remembered most for her abundant kindness, love and appreciation of nature, her sense of humor, and her love of all animals.

Preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Leon Hamblen; survived by her brother, Gary (Marilyn) Hamblen; and her children: Denice Black, Brett (Tracy) Black, William (Marnie West) Black, Karlee Justice, and Mikah (David) Triana.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 from 4:00pm-8:00pm up Mill Creek Canyon at the Terraces Picnic Area; Bowman Fork. Directions: take I-215 to Exit 4 (3900 S.) and go East to Wasatch Blvd. Turn North to 3800 S. At 3800 S. (which becomes Mill Creek Canyon Road) turn East, drive through the neighborhood and up into the canyon. The gated road leading up to the Terraces Picnic Area is located 3.8 miles from the toll booth and it is on the right side of the canyon road as you head up.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up in the name of Diana Peatross at America First Credit Union to help the family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com.

Published in Deseret News on Sept. 18, 2016

Boyd Wilson

May 2, 1947 – June 23, 2016

Boyd Allen Wilson was born on May 2, 1947 in Murray, Utah to William Walter and Elma Sarah Boggess Wilson. He was the youngest of three children, and was raised in their family home on Redwood Road in Bennion, Utah.

He attended schools in the Salt Lake Valley, graduating from Granger High School in 1965. He attended the University of Utah for one year, and then served a mission to Switzerland from 1966-1968. He returned to college, graduating from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in 1972 and a Master’s degree in Business Administration in 1974.

Boyd married Susan Diane Rameson on June 6, 1973 in the Salt Lake Temple. Their marriage and family have been their greatest blessings. They have eight children, two daughters and six sons. At the present time they also have two sons-in-law, six daughters-in-law, and twenty-seven delightful grandchildren. They built their first home in Highland, Utah in 1976, and have many very dear neighbors, friends, and extended family members.

Boyd’s first work experience was with Fluor Engineers in Southern California, and then he worked for Horrock’s Engineers in American Fork, Utah. In the spring of 1978 he and three partners started their own engineering firm, Pioneer Engineering. His original company changed its name over the years as situations changed, becoming Arix Engineers, Versar Engineering, and Civil Science. He received great satisfaction in his company’s ability to provide employment opportunities for many people, and for many years their company was more like a family than a business. Boyd was an appointed member of the first Highland City Council when Highland City was incorporated in 1977. He also served on the Highland City Planning Commission and the Highland Water Company Board of Directors, and was the Highland City Engineer for many years.

Boyd was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His mission experience in Switzerland changed his life and prepared him for a lifetime of service. He served in numerous positions, including Elder’s quorum president, cub scout leader, scoutmaster, bishop’s counselor, Young Men’s president, stake Young Men’s counselor, bishop, stake high councilor, and counselor in the Highland Utah Stake presidency. Most recently he served in the Utah State Developmental Center Ward. He had an unshakable testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and enjoyed his church work as he tried to share the light of his testimony with others.

The greatest joy in Boyd’s life was his family. He worked very hard in order to provide growth opportunities and meaningful experiences for them. His wife, his children, their spouses, and now the quickly-expanding group of grandchildren were his first love and highest priority; their happiness always his first concern.

Boyd is survived by his wife, Susan; their children and spouses, Julie (Raymond) Robinson, Scott (Diana) Wilson, Kevin (Emily) Wilson, Lisa (Jon) Schaack, David (Megan) Wilson, Michael (Emily) Wilson, Steven (Claira) Wilson, and Ryan (Hannah)Wilson; his brother, Dennis (JoAnne) Wilson, and his sister, Jan Livingston. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Elma Wilson.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 11:00 am in the Highland LDS Stake Center Chapel, 4679 West 11000 North, Highland, Utah. Family and friends may call Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Highland Stake Center Chapel and also at an additional viewing Saturday morning from 9:30-10:30 am prior to services at the church. Interment will take place at the Highland City Cemetery.

Elaine Dimond

Nedra Elaine Dimond was born February 11, 1947 in Granger, UT  to Alma Samuel and Lucy Dallas Dimond.  She passed away Friday, June 3, 2016, in Granger, UT.

She is survived by her son, Derek (Karrin) Dimond; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be from 12:00 to 12:45 p.m., followed by funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016, at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, in Taylorsville.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on June 6, 2016

Lyn Jacobsen

Lyn Jacobsen Phillips was born November 9, 1946 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Melvin L. Jacobsen and Vila Cowan. At age thirteen the family moved to Taylorsville, Utah where she lived and attended school. She graduated from Granger High School and later Brigham Young University, where she excelled in Nursing. She then worked at the LDS Hospital in the Open Heart Surgery area under Dr. Russel M. Nelson, a position she held until marrying Kenneth Phillips on October 26, 1972, who was working in California in the Space Program. Lyn dedicated her life to raising their 4 children: Kevin (Rosemary), Cynthia (Michael) Dahl, Deborah (Nickolai) Borba, and Brian (Heidi). While raising their family, Lyn also spent many hours serving in the Primary and later Relief Society Presidencies.

Her life ended on March 18, 2016 after battling Stage IV Melanoma, which she courageously fought for sixteen months. She is now freed from the great pain and suffering it exacted and has now returned to that "Home on High".

She is survived by her husband Kenneth; her sister Ellen (William) Meaders; brother David (Peggy) Jacobsen; her four children; and nine grandchildren, who are the joy of her life.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 24th at 10:30 AM in the Kaysville 12th Ward House - 1039 East Crestwood Road, Kaysville, Utah. A viewing will be from 9:00 to 10:15 AM. She will be interred in the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 4th Ave. "N" Street.

Arrangements entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com.

Published in Deseret News from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2016