Linda Johnson

Linda Marie Johnson Egbert
1947 ~ 2018

A loving mother, grandmother, and friend to all - Linda Marie Egbert, returned to heaven peacefully on December 27, 2018. She was a bright light of love in the hearts of many who called her mom, daughter, sister, niece, cousin, aunt, "grandma jeep", "grandma Utah", loving companion, and beloved friend. She was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on July 11, 1947 to June Earl Johnson and Wanda A. Johnson and she was the second oldest among four children. Linda grew up in Hinkley and adored adventures on the family's farm at a young age with her siblings and cousins. She also lived in Arizona, Northern California, San Diego, and then returned to Salt Lake City and raised her three children in Holladay, Utah where she will always call home.

Linda had various occupations, she served in the community, and delighted in her several callings within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She made long lasting friendships everywhere she served and worked. She served as the president of the Jaycees and also worked at IML Trucking, two Dental Offices, Nordstrom, and she most recently she worked as a Special Investigator doing background investigations for over 15 years.

If practical jokes could be played, Linda was always the #1 person plotting and executing such shenanigans. Her fun-loving tricks, adventurous spirit and endless energy will be missed and remembered by many. She was a fabulous cook and was known for her rainbow pancakes and fun traditions. She had a signature perfume that will forever be remembered and cherished and she would never leave her grandchildren without her long outstretched arms shouting "I Love You THIS MUCH!!" We love you to the moon and back grandma!

Her unconditional love spoke to her open door policy within her home where she took in various kids at different times in their life to give them a place to call "home" and someone to call "mom" and "grandma".

She loved to travel just about anywhere and was always happy to discover new places. Her most favorite vacation spots were Hawaii, San Diego, Italy, and Lake Powell. Above all, she enjoyed gathering together with her family, cheering on her grandchildren, connecting with new friends and catching up with old friends over lunch and dinner.

Linda is survived by: her long-time companion, Chris Stephens, her children-- Kimberly Bruce (Robert Neapole), Natalie Watson (Michael), Kevin Egbert, her grandchildren--Ashley Bruce, Hailey Bruce, Caitlin Neapole, Ryan Neapole, Cannon Watson, Estella Watson, David Watson, Braden Egbert and Zach Egbert, her siblings-- Richard Johnson, Cheron Parker (Bill), and Wendy Howard (Richard), along with many adored family members and friends she called family. 

Preceded in death by: her beloved father, June Earl Johnson, mother, Wanda A. Johnson and friend/former husband Alma DeMar Egbert. 

Funeral services will be held Monday, December 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Big Cottonwood 14th Ward Chapel, 2080 East 5165 South, Holladay, Utah 84117. Friends may call Sunday, 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South in Sandy and from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the LDS Chapel. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens, Sandy Utah.

Published in Deseret News from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30, 2018

Sandy Wade

Our beautiful wife, mother, sister, aunt and best friend, Sandy Burgess, passed away in Murray, Utah on August 17, 2018, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 4, 1946 to George and Marjorie Wade in Salt Lake City, Utah. She grew up in Granger, Utah and attended Granger High School, where she was a member of the Pep Club. Sandy graduated in 1965 and married her high school sweetheart, Bob Burgess, on September 24, 1965. From that union came their only son, Jason. Sandy was always so proud of the boy he was and the man he has become.

Sandy worked at Questar Corporation for 38 years, where she made many lifelong friends and still enjoyed lunch and travelling with several of them. Sandy loved gardening, crafting, painting, and knitting, and she made her home a beautiful place for all to visit. She enjoyed her Wednesday knitting group and she gifted many of her projects, which are treasured by family and friends. Sandy was a certified Master Gardener, and spent many volunteer hours at Wheeler Farm, Red Butte Garden, and Dahlia Garden. Her favorite location was Tracy Aviary because Sandy loved birds!

Sandy also planted lovely flower gardens for many, and found time to serve several elderly individuals. Before her illness, Sandy donated platelets monthly. Always one to help others in life, she has chosen to help others in death as well. Sandy has donated her remains to the University of Utah for cancer research. The family would like to thank Sandy's Huntsman medical team: Dr. Beck, Jutta and Vickie for their special care, and all the kind friends who were always there for Sandy and continue to support her family. She was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew her.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Heather. She is survived by her husband Bob, son Jason, brother Pete, mother-in-law Marlys and brothers and sisters-in-law Rick and Keeley, Sky and Brenda, as well as nieces Kelly and Lydia, and nephews Whistle (Mindy) and Cole.

Please join us in a Celebration of Sandy's Life on Sunday, September 9 at the Red Butte Garden Orangerie Room, 300 Wakara Way, SLC, UT 84108. Drop by between 11 A.M. and 2 P.M. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Huntsman Cancer Institute, or give to a charity of your choice..
http://huntsmancancer.org/giving/foundation/ways-to-give/

Published in Deseret News on Sept. 2, 2018

Paul Elkins

Paul Anthony Elkins

May 4, 1947 - June 3, 2018

"Together Again"

Paul passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 3, 2018. He was born May 4, 1947 to Lee Elkins and Isabel Rameriz in Murray, Utah. Paul was married to Marsha Hansen on December 21, 1966. He was liked by everyone and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was always making people smile and laugh.

He was preceded in death by his eternal companion Marsha Hansen; and his parents. He is survived by his son, Bryan (Karen); daughters: Sheri (Kevin) Elkins-Higbee and Tara (Tony) Nelson; grandchildren: Dakota (Camille), Kobe, Aubryona, Mikayla and Geoffrey; great-grandchild Covin Elkins; siblings: Myron (Kellie) Fairbanks and Maddie (Terry) Langton.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 11:00 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Road, where viewings will be held Monday, June 11th, 6-8:00 p.m. and again prior to services from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, West Jordan City Cemetery.

The family would like to thank all of his care givers over the years, especially those at Cascades at Riverwalk for their care over the last year.

Raymond Hasselblad

Raymond Carl Hasselblad passed away at his home in the early morning April 09, 2018. He spent his final days at home surrounded by his family. He Is survived by his wife E. Marie Hasselblad; Sisters Marie Hawks, Karen Orton & (Larry), and Sharon Dean. Children: Cheri & (Mike) Owen, Mark Hasselblad, And John Hasselblad (Keilee Terpening). Grandchildren: Athena, Alexander, and Jayden. Preceded in death by his parents Walfred and Irene Hasselblad.

Raymond enlisted and served his country in Vietnam, from September 1966- September 1972 HHC 1st Signal Brigade. Worked for Evans and Sutherlands. Married Marie Ellsworth December 1975. Loved to fix it himself and to road tripping.

Viewings will be held Sunday, April 15, 2018, 5 to 7 PM and Monday, April 16, 2018, 10 AM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 16, 2018, 11 AM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan, Utah. Interment following the service, 1 PM at Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park, 17111 S 1700 W, Bluffdale, Utah.