Marty Cowburn

Martin (Marty) Henry Cowburn, 75 of Orem Utah, passed away December 6, 2021, after a valiant battle and was called home to rest. His soul is forever strong.

Marty was born in Salt Lake City to Donald and Juanita Cowburn and was the youngest of three children. Marty grew up in the Salt Lake area and attended Granger High School.

At the age of 17 Marty enlisted in the United States Navy where he received training as a jet mechanic. After graduation Marty joined the fighter squadron, VF III Sundowners. They boarded the USS Midway and arrived at the combat station on the coast of Vietnam in March 1965. Marty was plane captain for three separate skippers during this deployment. After eight months of service their squadron returned to Miramar Naval Air Station. Two months later, he with the same fighter squadron boarded the USS Oriskany and returned to the combat zone off South Vietnam. After tragedy struck the USS Oriskany, Marty was presented with Letters of Accommodation, a Presidential Unit of Citation and Bronze Star for his bravery and selfless service. Marty was always so proud of his service in the Navy and so are all of us that are cheering for Marty and his selfless life.

After the Navy, Marty became a barber with an entrepreneurial spirit and started several hairstyling salons along with his wife Linda. He had a brilliant mind, and it was impossible to keep up when he talked of mechanics or physics. He was always being asked to help start companies with people. He loved talking about the Gospel and had a simplistic way of explaining these things. When Marty believed something, he shared it with everyone. He was also a Golden Glove Boxer and loved going to Lake Powell with his family. Marty never made us wonder of his love for us; he told us every chance he had.

Marty married his eternal companion Linda Utley after only dating two weeks. “When you know, you know!” Later they were sealed for time and eternity in the American Fork Temple, together for over 50 years. They have six children: Wendy (Dave) Flygare, American Fork, UT, Laurie (Ken) Burrows, Orem, UT, Tad (Megan) Ruggles, Homeland, CA, Kristen (Steve) Ruth, Orem, UT, Karly Johnson, Orem, UT, Kassie (Matt) Whipple, Eagle Mountain, UT, and foster daughter Sandi Shondee, Arizona.

Marty’s life was wholly devoted to his family. He lived his life in service to his family and all he knew. Even in his last hours he couldn’t stop talking about how much he loved us all. There was nothing this mountain of a man wouldn’t do for any of us. All those who knew Marty know this is true. He touched the lives of countless numbers, many of whom we were unaware of until now as all the tributes and amazing stories of love came pouring in reinforcing his life of service judging no one and loving all. We are thankful for the countless memories, the overwhelming feeling of love, and the peace we feel in our hearts knowing that love will never fade or leave us.

Linda with her six children, 23 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren will honor the life of Marty and lay him in his final resting place Saturday, December 18, 2021. Our hearts are broken and somehow through the sorrow we feel love, hope and peace for that day we will all meet again...TIL VALHALLA Marty!

Marty was proceeded in death by his parents, Donald and Juanita, his older brothers Donny and Barry, and his mother and father-in-law, Scott and Cleo Utley.

Funeral services will be held Saturday December 18, 2021, at 11:00 AM in the LDS Stake Center, 810 E 600 N Orem, UT. Friends and Family are welcome to visit Friday, December 17, from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 E 800 N, Orem, UT, and Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 at the Stake Center prior to the services. Interment will be held at the Orem City Cemetery.

Larry Mackay

Larry Mackay passed away suddenly on October 2, 2021. He succumbed to injuries he sustained doing something he loved – spending time in the outdoors on a beautiful fall day. He was born on August 9, 1947; the third of four children born to Darrell and Belva Mackay.

Larry was raised on a farm in the Taylorsville/Bennion area. He graduated from Granger High School.  He was a member of the 4-H club and enjoyed raising hogs with his older brother, Dee. Let’s not leave out how he thrived on torturing Irene & Maurine, his sisters, whether he was teasing their cat or throwing the eggs they had gathered. He loved being on the farm and developed his hard work ethic while working with his family.

In 1966 he served in the California North Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints. He loved serving the Lord. Upon his return home he attended the University of Utah for three years.

Larry had many good friends growing up. One had a younger sister named Debra. He met her years later at a friend’s baby blessing where they renewed their friendship and fell in love. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on March 17, 1971. They were blessed with five children and 50 years together.

Larry was a Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker by trade and created amazing metal works for several intermountain companies. He specialized in stainless steel and aluminum fabrication. He was in high demand for fix and repair projects for organizations including the Strawberry Anglers Association, SLC Airport, the Delta Center, to name a few. His talents were ahead of their time. He was granted a medical retirement in 2012.

Larry loved the outdoors. Fishing at Fish Lake, Strawberry and Stillwater Reservoirs with his kids and grandkids, and being anywhere in the back country were his favorite past-times. The stories he told about the fish he caught are legendary. He enjoyed hunting, camping, trap shooting in leagues, exploring on his side-by-side, and taking the scenic route anywhere and anytime he could. He spent many hours in his pasture raising cattle to feed his family. He was a Dutch oven master. He coached his boys in their sporting events. He loved his grandkids and supported them in activities such as dance, lacrosse, motocross, baseball, soccer, football, basketball, and piano just to name a few. He was always eager to support a grandchild on a mission or any other endeavor.

Larry was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He had a firm testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and honored his Priesthood authority. He is a righteous man. He loved working in the Scout Program and spent 25+ years of his life teaching young men scouting values. Many family “vacations” were spent supervising scout camps. He served as Scout Master for over 10 years and received the Silver Beaver Award, a prestigious award given to adults by the Boy Scouts of America Council. He assisted with Eagle Scout projects until he and his wife were called to serve as missionaries in the Church Addiction Recovery program. He was called to be a Temple worker in the Draper Temple. He served in bishoprics, as a Stake missionary, and Elders Quorum and High Priest Group leader. One of his favorite callings was as a Ward Activities Committee member where he organized events the entire ward could enjoy. His annual trap shoot became a favorite for fathers and sons.

Larry is survived by his wife Debbie; five children: Amy Cosby (Joel), Spencer Mackay (Natalie), Dianna DeRose (Nathan), Clint Mackay (Tina), Joshua Mackay (Marlowe); 24 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; sisters Maurine Hill (Farron), Irene Hayward (Larry); and brother, Darrell D. Mackay (Mary). He will be loved and remembered by many friends and associates.

Viewing will be held Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 S 2200 W, Riverton, UT. Funeral services will take place on Friday, October 8, 2021 at 12:00 noon at the Corner Canyon Stake Center, 13366 S 1300 E, Draper, UT. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 11:00 to 11:30 am. Interment will take place at Redwood Memorial Estates.

Special Tribute: Our deepest love & appreciation goes out to the University of Utah SICU, trauma unit and first responders who cared so tirelessly for Larry. We pray a special blessing on them and also Larry's doctors who have been with him throughout. Thank You.

“Bye for Now”

Susyn Lehman

Susyn Carol (Lehman) Keel, age 74, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Born on January 2, 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah to William (Bill) Lehman Jr. and Carol Lehman. She was a wonderful wife, mother, stepmother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.

Susyn married Larry Dean Keel on March 12, 1975 and their marriage was later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple. Susyn was mother to three loving boys Jeff (Tad), Michael, and Scott (Lisa) Vance. She was also a stepmother to Jessica Keel. Susyn has seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and was excitedly awaiting the birth of her seventh great-grandchild.

She is survived by her brothers Brad (Shawna) Lehman and Jon (Michelle) Lehman.; sons Michael Vance, Scott (Lisa) Vance, son-in-law Tad Wada (Jason).

Susyn is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was the organist for the Hunter 11th ward for multiple years. She worked for and retired from the State of Utah after 34 years and 9 months.  She achieved one of her lifelong dreams of obtaining her bachelor's degree when she graduated from Westminster University and was an amazing housewife and caregiver to her late husband through his battle with kidney failure. She loved to take care of her dogs, do puzzles, and attended a weekly book club. Susyn was a beautiful piano player and for many years loved to share her gift by teaching piano lessons to some of her grandkids and many of the neighborhood children.

She is proceeded in death by her parents William (Bill) Lehman Jr. and Carol Lehman; brother Kim Lehman; son Jeff Vance; husband Larry Dean Keel.

Susyn's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the care workers at Bellaview Assisted Living and Memory Care. The staff there took amazing care of her and made her feel comfortable. She especially adored her nurse, Curtis.

Due to Covid-19, family and close friends are welcome to attend graveside services at Elysian Gardens 1075 E 4580 S, Millcreek, UT on Friday, August 13, 2021 with a viewing for 30 minutes prior to the services that will begin at 10:30.

Vicky Day

Our beloved Sister, Mother and Grandmother Vicky Marie Curtis, age 73 returned home to be with the Lord on June 7th 2021, in South Jordan, Utah. She was born on July 4th 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Charles Allen Day and Donna Marie Hemmert. She married Larry Steve Curtis on August 18, 1966. She graduated from Granger High School in 1965.

Her greatest accomplishment was raising and providing for her four children, and enjoying and loving her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She worked passionately in the medical industry serving the greater good for many years. Her hobbies included being a professional bingo player, vacationing with friends, sewing and making crafts for friends and family. Enjoying Wendover trips, and always looked forward to our family Christmas parties and decorating for the holidays.

She is survived by her sister, Charlene (Dennis) James, Brother, Charles (Paul) Day, Children; Stacy (Jim) Linton, Trishia (Gregory) McCandless, Jason Curtis, Ryan (Lorie) Curtis, Grandchildren; Lindsee (Josh) Watson, Taylor (Travis) Ariail, Riley Curtis, Nathan Curtis, Jordan Rokus, Melanie (Jose) Farias, Alex Rokus, Chelsee Curtis, Matthew Day Magness and Cody McCandless, and Great Grandchildren; Azuree, Braxton, Ellie, Ryder, Nora, Luke, Aspen, Hazel Jo and Naomi.

She is preceded in death by her Father, Charles Allen Day, Mother, Donna Marie Day, and Brother, Randy Day.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 11th, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary located at 6500 South Redwood Road in West Jordan, Utah. A viewing will be held from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location and interment will take place immediately following the funeral service in the Memorial Redwood Cemetery, located at the same address.

Judd Parr

Judd Liston Parr was born on November 2, 1946 to Liston and Martha Parr in Salt Lake City, Utah. He graduated from Granger High School.

He married Emma Kay Riding and together they had four beautiful children. On April 29, 1989 he married Sharon Sadler Reilly and they were later sealed in the Jordan River Temple for time and eternity. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints his favorite calling was serving in the Jordan River Temple, the last 11 years.

Judd was reunited on April 19, 2021 with his parents: Liston and Martha Parr; sister; Mary Vee Stevenson; brother; J Roy “Pete” (Kathleen) Parr; brother-in-law; Glen Coats; sons; James Eric Reilly and Aaron Paul Reilly.

Judd leaves behind his devoted and beloved spouse: Sharon; and children: Kelly Parr, Christopher Parr, Kimberly (Jared) Barrus, Charles Parr, Vaughn (Kathi) Reilly, Annette (Spencer) Ellis, Nancy Jensen, Mark Reilly, Debi Reilly, Shawna (Pete) Butcher; sister: Dona Coats; brother-in-law, Ron (Mary) Sadler; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchild; along with many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. J. Brent Muhlestein, his cardiologist, and associates for the last 16 years.

Services will be held for Judd at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S Redwood Rd, Taylorsville, UT 84123. A viewing will be held Thursday, April 22 at 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. in the same location. Interment will be in the Centerville Memorial Park Cemetery, Centerville, Utah  following the services.

Services can be viewed virtually at:   https://vimeo.com/539756662

Rest in Peace, Poppy- ‘till we meet again.