Adele Taylor

 

We say goodbye to our wife, mom and grandma, Adele Taylor Hanchett, age 73, on Nov 11, 2020. We have been blessed to know her. She was a strong woman full of faith and kindness.

Adele was born on Feb 17, 1947 to Mabel Davis and Leonard Allen Taylor in Boise, ID. She has one sister and two brothers. 

Adele attended Utah State University where she met the love of her life, Robert Brent Hanchett. They married on June 23 1966, in the Salt Lake Temple, then went on to have eight children together, seven girls and one boy. Denise (Matt) Sunkees, Nicole Hanchett, Travis Hanchett, Portia (Troy Floyd) Hanchett, Raquel Hanchett, Monique (Bridger) Murray, Farah Alexander, and Kelee (Beau) Dugan. Adele's children have blessed her with 33 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and two more on the way with many more to come. 

Adele loved the Lord and lived her life with Christ being the center of every thought and action. One could feel her love through her example. She took meals to the sick, visited family and friends at home and in the hospital when needed. Her thoughts were not of her own comfort, but for the comfort of others. She lived her religion with every action and service she did. Her greatest joy was working with children.

Adele served our community in many ways: at home, church, work and play. She was a homemaker, teaching children to cook, clean, make canned goods and many more life skills. She worked with the Scouting program for 20 years. She coached girl's and women's softball for 20 years. She was a big supporter of Trees for Charity. She loved to decorate her home for every holiday. At 70 plus years she still would go out in the cold and make sure all her Christmas lights were turned on.

Adele owned and operated Bridal Affairs for over 25 years. Through the years she touched many lives with her talents and love for others. From their first prom dress to their wedding gowns, she had a way of making each and every one of them feel like they were the center of the world. Adele has been reunited with her daughter Nicole, her parents, her brothers and her great grandchild. She will be missed until we meet again.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 16, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Vernal 5th Ward Chapel (200 West 250 North). A viewing will be held Sunday from Noon-5:00p.m. at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home and Monday 9:45-10:45a.m. at the chapel. Interment will be held in the Vernal Memorial Park.

Due to church guidelines, we invite the public to watch the funeral service via  https://vimeo.com/478741468. If you are family and attending the funeral service we encourage facemask.

Craig Mortensen

Craig H. Mortensen our loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother returned home to his Father in Heaven on September 23, 2020 (his 51st wedding anniversary), surrounded by his family, following an accidental fall.

 Craig was born June 5, 1947 to Hugh A. Mortensen and Hartence LeFevre in Panguitch, Utah. As the oldest of eight children including Mary, Garry, Paul, Phillip, Margaret, Steven, and Troy, he was blessed with a patient nature that continued throughout his lifetime. 

Craig served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Eastern Atlantic States, where he spent most of his time in Philadelphia. Following his mission, he married Karen M. Larsen on September 23, 1969 in the Salt Lake Temple. Shortly after their marriage, Craig was drafted into the US Army where he served for nearly two years as a communications specialist, spending time at the Pentagon and Vietnam. It was during his service in Vietnam that the first of their 5 wonderful children arrived: Duane (Amy), Karrie (Greg), MaryAnn (Brian), Bryce (Becky), and Eric (Trisha).

By trade, Craig was a skilled welder; he taught welding for the Salt Lake Community College and shared his passion for welding with his students, sons, and grandsons. Craig worked for Kennecott Copper for 30 years as a Millwright, and through this job was asked to teach welding to the people in New Guinea. His service there touched many lives and the experience stayed with him through his entire life. 

Craig was known to be a kind man and would help anyone he came across that was in need. He would give his last five dollars to a veteran down on their luck. He had a knack for knowing when someone was down and just what to say to comfort them. Hunting, fishing, and camping were some of his favorite ways to spend time with those he loved. Everyone was kid, punkin and sis to him. There were so many that were touched by his kind words, and his sharp sense of humor. He could find a joke in every situation and his clever wit will be greatly missed. 

As the years went by, Craig’s testimony of the Gospel grew enormously. He proudly served a service mission at the Humanitarian Center, and the Jordan River Temple. His example was a shining light to all who knew him.

Our beloved Craig is preceded in death by his parents Hugh and Hartence, brother Steven, father and mother in law Earl and Helen Larsen, and brother in law Martin. He is survived by his sweetheart Karen, children, grandchildren Casey, Alex, Gabe, Taylor, Sam, Katie, Nate, Drew, Dylan, Jake, Hailey, Dani, Mac, Josh, Allie, Joey, Molly, Izzy, and great-grandchildren Kai and Ben.  

The viewing will be held on Sunday, September 27th from 6:00-8:00 PM at Premiere Funeral Services, 67 E. 8000 S. Midvale, UT. The family viewing will be held on Monday the 28th from 11:00-12:30 PM in the same location. The graveside service will be at 1:00 PM at Memorial Estates: 6500 S. Redwood Road, Taylorsville, UT. 

To watch the service live, go to the Premiere funeral services Facebook page, or join the Zoom meeting ID 482 436 0733 at 1:00 PM.

Warren Fox

Warren Nyle Fox was born on June 28, 1947 in Murray, UT to Nyle Reo and Hallie Vera Harker Fox, the oldest of three children followed by Wren and Wendy.  

Warren served four years as an artillery gunner in the United States Marine Corps, which included a tour in Vietnam, and was a member of the Reserves for years after that.  Upon discharge, he became an iron worker, but decided to change professions after breaking his leg.  Warren spent the remainder of his years before retirement employed as a construction inspector, traveling to many states and the US Virgin Islands.  Sandra Hoberg caught his eye on one of those assignments in Lake County, CA and the two fell in love at first sight.  Over the years they enjoyed traveling to his inspecting jobs away from home.  Sandy relayed that they were “insane about each other”.  Warren loved fishing, hunting and taxidermy, spending many hours in pursuit of those hobbies. 

Fleeing the Valley Fire in Lake County, CA, that began September 12, 2015, Warren suffered his first heart attack.  His and Sandy’s home was spared, but all others belonging to Sandy’s family members were lost.  That set in motion the change in his health that would eventually claim his life on August 14, 2020 in Cobb, CA, where he and Sandy made their home, 75 miles north of San Francisco. 

Warren is survived by Sandy, his beloved wife of 33 years, and sons Eric (Jamie), Andrew (Jessica), Matthew, stepson Joseph and five grandchildren, plus his brother and sister.  As with thousands of others, Covid-19 restrictions prevented the family from holding a funeral for Warren, well-loved husband, father, grandfather and brother. 

Obituary compiled by Diane Day Cooper from information found on the Internet and in speaking with Sandy Fox.

LuGene Fern

LuGene “Genie” Fern New, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away peacefully in her home at the age of 72. She waited to be surrounded by loved ones before returning home to our Father in Heaven on May 11, 2020.

Genie was born October 13, 1947 to Harry and Ruth Fern in Logan, Utah. She had fond memories of her time in Cache Valley and enjoyed sharing stories about her youthful adventures. She adored her Grandma and Grandpa Bair and established a deep commitment to family at an early age. When she was ten, her family moved to the Salt Lake valley where she developed a lifelong friendship with her next-door neighbor Marsha Hutchinson Branan. The two crystallized their best friend status when they became next-door neighbors as adults— sharing ups, downs, journeys, and secrets for decades.

After studying English at Utah State University, Genie married Chester Bob New on January 20, 1967 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised three children: Darren, Shawnee, and Kori. Genie was an exceptionally devoted mother and spent countless hours helping her children succeed in education and extracurricular activities. Bob and LuGene were also shelter care providers and happily fostered a fourth child, Heidi (Haskell) Johnson. Later in life, grandchildren became Genie's pride and joy. Another baby, her dog Bandit, stole her heart and brought delight to her in the declining years.

Genie boasted numerous talents and abilities. She was a masterful cook with incredible culinary skills. Her big pans of lasagna, Thanksgiving dressing, and chocolate cakes were some of her most acclaimed dishes. She was an accomplished seamstress, known for her pin cushion dolls that she sold at multiple venues including Mormon Handicraft. She also constructed trampolines with an industrial sewing machine for many years. Always a conscientious gift giver and card writer, she demonstrated care with thoughtful handwritten notes. Perhaps most of all, though, were her gifts of kindness and selflessness, dedicating herself to lifelong service and discipleship.

She was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Willingly and regularly, she shared her testimony, home, and resources for good causes. She fulfilled various church callings throughout the years, notably serving successively as Primary President and then as Relief Society President. She completed a service mission for the Bishop’s Storehouse and enjoyed all the knowledge and friends she gained during that time. She was an exemplar of compassion, giving of herself daily in meaningful ways.

She is survived by her husband Bob; brother Randall Fern; sister Peggie Fern; children Darren New, Shawnee Fischer Christensen (Kirk), Kori Wakamatsu (Josh), Heidi Johnson (Greg); and grandchildren: Jordon, Konnor, Kassidy, Shaylei, Jacob, Jayden, Kaylei, Ken, Miki, and Kaya. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Shirlene Goodman;and son-in-law Scot Fischer.

Private family services will be held. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. A celebration of life memorial will be announced at a later date.

Susan Bruse

Susan Gayle Bruse Beaird, born March 4th 1947 Salt Lake City to Francis Gale and Shirley Etta Snape Bruse.

Died April 15th 2020 Kaysville, Utah. She bravely battled and conquered stage four cancer for the last 6 years.

Susan spent the first few years of her life living on upper Fisher Lane in Millcreek, Utah with her parents on her grandparents farm. She was the first grandchild and she was beloved by her grandparents, uncles and aunts. The family moved to Kearns, Utah in 1955.

Susan was the oldest of five children. She had three younger brothers: Todd, Barry and Rick and a younger sister Lisa, that simply adored her. Susan’s love of dance came from her mother and father and they instilled that in her at a young age. Susan and her father Gale Bruse often performed together at roadshows and christmas parties around the valley. They also performed often at the American Fork training center for the mentally and physically challenged residents there. Susan was a dance teacher at her mother’s dance studio, Dotty Etta Dance Studio, starting at the age of 8 all through her high school and college years.

She attended Granger High School and excelled in dance and cheerleading. She was very popular and beautiful. She won the title of Miss Kearns 1966-67 and was a contestant in the Miss Utah pageant. She also won titles in other county and local contests. She was a Ballet major at University of Utah. She was picked by her professors to dance as the youngest soloist in the first outdoor performance of Promised Valley on Temple Square. They performed all summer long, every night without rain. Rex made it home from his mission in the Southern states to watch her solo. She married him, the true love of her life, Rex Lee Beaird, in the Salt Lake Temple in August 1968. The marriage was performed by Thomas S. Monson, who worked with her father at Deseret Printing. They were married for 52 years at the time of her passing. Rex gave tender care for all her needs in the days, weeks, months and years before her passing. In her words: “So blessed to have a husband who loves me and at this time being there and caring for me means everything.” Her children were her greatest joy and her daughters Angela and Aimeé were born 17 months apart, 4 boys Aaron Travis, Daniel Ray, Ryan Lee and Michael Bruse followed the girls and she had her hands and heart full!

Susan was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She graduated from Seminary in 1965 and taught others the gospel in her wards and in her home. Her love of the Savior was an example to all of her family and friends. Recently she wrote her testimony, “Faith is key and having knowledge of the plan has let me get through hard times and continue the journey with hope. With our Savior’s help, knowing that he understands and loves each one of us and is there to help us. So Thankful for Jesus Christ our Lord, I know that He Lives and will guide us and bless us.”

Susan also taught dance in her own studios for many years, and ran her own business selling popular t-shirts and sweatshirts. She and Rex directed many roadshows and always won awards and appreciation for including the youth in the ward, always making these events fun. She graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in 1995. Her love of nature, this beautiful world and what Heavenly Father had created for us was her joy and she passed this trait down to her children. She loved to cook for everyone, especially her family, and that was one of her ways of showing her love to others. Suzy had an amazing green thumb, and she grew a beautiful garden out of the most empty beds no matter where she lived. Flowers seemed to grow wherever she touched. But her best years were spent being a Grandma. Her 20 grandchildren are her greatest garden! Chelsea, Mitchel, Weston, Taylor, Nathan, Ethan, Kara (deceased), Lily, Nyan, Emma, Benji, Arick, Mia, Kendelle, Sophia, Tayen, Lauren, Adeline, Brandt, Penelope. In her words just days before passing, “My grandchildren are gorgeous!”

There will be a family graveside on Monday April 20th 11 – 12:30 PM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary and Cemetery, 6500 S Redwood Rd, Salt Lake City, UT.

A celebration of life to be held at a later date.