Samuel Spencer Stewart Died "at his desk".

 

 

Rex Lane

  Kathy: This is a very good friend of mine who went to North Sanpete for five yrs. I wanted to write something about him as there was no obit or anything. I did not know all he done but he had a impact on the Navajos as he was very active with the missionaries program there. He was married but they divorced and I never knew her. He never knew when he was born h told me this.

Thank you-----------Les Seely

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Doyce Lynn Coates

 

Doyce Lynn Coates

7/23/1945 ~ 11/14/2021

Doyce Lynn Coates, 76, passed away on November 14, 2021 at his home in Mt. Pleasant, UT. He was born July 23, 1945 in Mt. Pleasant, UT to Ray John Coates and Annie Burnside.

Doyce is survived by his wife Gloria J. Coates; his two daughters Laura Coates of Arlee, Montana; Brittany (Mostafa) Sargent-Hassan of the United Arab Emirates; his sister, Cheryle (Chris) Madsen of Syracuse, UT; two stepdaughters, Tina Carter of Las Vegas, NV and Robyn (Preston) Cox of Fountain Green, UT; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Doyce was preceded in death by his parents, sister Utahna Coates, son Doyce E. Coates (Dec), and stepson Alan Nielsen.

Doyce retired in 1998 after a long career with Questar Gas as the Southern Regional Manager. He was responsible for customer sales, system engineering, construction maintenance, technical service, and community affairs. Upon retirement, Doyce built his current home where he managed Coates Land and Livestock. He was an extremely hard worker and was never more at peace than on his farm or on the mountain. A sheep farmer his whole life, Doyce not only built his own sheep camp but helped many others with their builds. Every Labor Day weekend, you could find Doyce on the east mountain with family and friends at his annual barbeque. Doyce will be remembered as a man of honesty, integrity, and as having a sincere willingness to help those around him; a true Cowboy.

Please join Doyce’s family to celebrate a wonderful man and his great life on Thursday, November 18th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. A funeral for close friends and family will be held on Friday, November 19th at 11:00 am, both at the Rasmussen Mortuary. Burial will be at the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery.

Dorothy Jacobs Buchanan

 

Dee A. Rosenlof ~~~ Life long Friend

 

 

Dee A Rosenlof

11/29/1953 ~ 10/05/2021

Dee Alonzo Rosenlof, 67, returned home to his Heavenly Father and loved ones, October 5, 2021.  He was born to Alonzo and Norda Rosenlof November 29, 1953.  He married his sweetheart, Susan Terry, August 20, 1976, in the Manti Utah LDS Temple.  Together they had 3 children and created a life they loved. 

Dee loved to be in the mountains, camping was his all-time favorite thing.  He enjoyed going with the entire family, and spending quality time with just Susan. 

Dee was a gentle giant, and had a very tender, loving heart.  He cherished his family and found so much joy in his children and grandchildren.

Dee had a passion for his work that was unmatched.  He had such a strong work ethic, and truly cared about his job and the people he served and worked with.  His cement truck was cleaner and more immaculate than ANY truck on site- you might say it was cleaner than a new one!  He received an award from NRMCA while working for Westroc for a finalist Driver of The Year after having an impeccable 28 years of driving, without even a traffic citation. 

Dee enjoyed working with his hands and was also very handy.  He prided himself on being able to fix, build, or figure out how to do just about anything.

He was very good at taking care of everything that he had, and you knew if Dee owned it, it was in mint condition.

Dee has always had a strong passion for anything with a motor, and recently fulfilled a lifelong dream of owning a Harley Davidson motorcycle.

He is survived by his wife, Susan, his children Jennifer Herring, Mount Pleasant, Mindy (Heath) Poulson, Fairview, Cory (Lacey) Rosenlof, Mount Pleasant.  Siblings, Doris (Paul) Garlick, Kent (Holly) Rosenlof.  Aunt Janet (Fred) Matthews.  13 grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. 

Preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo and Norda Rosenlof.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Dee’s life at the Mount Pleasant Utah North Stake Center (461 N 300 W, Mount Pleasant) October 13, 2021, at 11 a.m.  Viewings will be held Tuesday evening October 12 from 6-8 PM, and October 13 from 9:30-10:30 AM, both at the Mount Pleasant North Stake Center.  Interment will be at the Mount Pleasant City Cemetery. 

Boyd Loftin Johnson

 

 

Boyd Loftin Johnson

12/28/1944 ~ 09/20/2021

Boyd Loftin Johnson, age 76, Mt. Pleasant. Returned to his Father in Heaven quickly and unexpectedly on September 20, 2021 surrounded by his family.
Boyd was born in Mt. Pleasant on December 28, 1944 to John Loftin and Nina K Johnson. Boyd married Shauna Lue Larsen on December 9, 1966 in Chester, Ut. They enjoyed 54 yrs together and raised six children.
Our dad was so proud of his children and his many grand and great-grand children. He holds a special place in each one of our hearts and always will. He loved to tease and would hide and scare anyone who would come to their home. You never knew where he was going to be. Then he would just stand and laugh that amazing laugh that we are all going to miss so much.
He touched the lives of so many. He had such a huge, generous, giving heart. He loved to help others and was so willing and did it so selflessly.
Our dad loved to tell stories, any story but most of all he loved to tell the stories of his life, growing up and how he loved to spend each summer on the mountain herding sheep with his dad and uncles. His uncle Grant has always held a special place in his heart. He learned so many things at such a young age which made him the strong, amazing man we all love.
Our dad not only taught his children but he also taught his grandchildren many life long lessons. He taught us to not only work hard but to take pride in our work or anything we did. He was so proud of his accomplishments in life and loved taking care of his yard and making it beautiful. Our dad and grandpa will dearly be missed! We find comfort in knowing he is reunited with our mom and sister again!
Boyd is survived by two sisters, Pearl and Lora, five children, Rydell (Jeanie) Johnson-Spanish Fork, Jared (Jennifer) Johnson-Las Vegas, Cindy (Terry) Gleason-Coalville, Stephanie (Troy) Blain-Spring City, Brandon (Jenny) Johnson-Spring City, 21 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Boyd is preceded in death by his wife Shauna, daughter Wendy, his parents Loftin and Nina K, brothers Wayne and Dean, sister Carol, his grandparents and many many aunts and uncles and loved ones.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant 4th Ward Chapel with a viewing from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com

Shawn Larry Ashworth

 

 

Shawn Larry Ashworth


6/25/1964 – 9/23/2021


Shawn Larry Ashworth, beloved husband, father, friend, and mentor passed away on September 23, 2021. Shawn was born on June 25, 1964 to Harold and Shirley Ayers Ashworth. Shawn served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Detroit, Michigan. Shawn married his soul mate Teresa Christensen Mitchell on March 21, 2015. They were sealed in the Manti Temple November 29, 2019. Shawn and Teresa have eight amazing children, Katie, Ryder, Trevor, Isabelle, Janey, John Colter, Hannah, and Sierra.

Shawn was born in Tooele, Utah and grew up in Tooele and Lake Point. Growing up in Lake Point, he rode horses everywhere, up into the foothills and camped out all the time. He attended Tooele High School where he played on the football team and had a lifelong love of the sport.

From a young age, Shawn had a special love for horses, nature, and the outdoors. He had a God-given talent for working with horses and could communicate with them on a spiritual level. He turned this gift into a future where he created a ranch for people to heal from trauma and addiction by healing their spirits. He had a Christlike love for all no matter their situation. He wanted to heal families. Shawn had a deep love and understanding of the Native American culture and traditions and later included these spiritual traditions in his therapy.

Shawns life touched so many people, he was a father and mentor to everyone, but in the end his greatest joy and happiness was being blessed with his own family. Shawn’s gentle presence will be missed by everyone who knew him and he would want you to know “You are loved.”

Shawn is survived by his wife Teresa, his children Katie Brew, Ryder Mitchell, Trevor (Sadia Watters) Mitchell, Isabelle Mitchell, Janey Mitchell, John Colter Ashworth, Hannah Ashworth, Sierra Ashworth, grandson Treyton Mitchell, Mother Shirley (Jay) Ashworth Redd, mother-In-law Linda Christensen, Brothers Harold (Carolee) Ashworth Jr., Bob Ashworth, Mark (Jay) Ashworth and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his father Harold Ashworth and his father-in-law David Christensen.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fountain Green Cemetery. Viewings will be held Friday, October 1, 2021 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Rasmussen Mortuary (96 N 100 W, Mt Pleasant, UT) and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. prior to services at the cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com
In lieu of flowers, a Go Fund Me account has been created “Shawn Ashworth Memorial Fund”

Gerald Theron Marx Passed Away on August 25, 2021

 

A lifetime resident of Mt Pleasant, UT, Gerald Theron Marx passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of August 25, 2021. He was born to Theron P. and Jetta R. Marx on September 27,1932 in Mt Pleasant, UT. He was preceded in death by his father Theron, his mother Jetta, and his only sibling, a brother, Max B Marx. He will be laid to rest next to his family, in the Mt Pleasant City Cemetery at a later date. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends who enjoyed the familiar stories of his life, childhood pranks, and the escapades of herding sheep.

Alden Johansen Funeral Program

 

 

Charles Dale Thompson

 

Charles and Margaret were our home teachers for a couple of years.  We enjoyed having them come for a visit.~~~~~ Kathy Hafen 

Our loving husband, father and friend Charles Dale Thompson moved on to “the next great adventure” August 21, 2021 at his home in Mount Pleasant to join his loved ones who had gone on before. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was born May 8, 1944 to Charles Earl and Lois Valera Rust Thompson in Fairbury, Nebraska.

He served a church mission to Northern Germany from 1964-66 where he had many great experiences. After his mission he returned to BYU where he earned his B.S. in Chemistry and Math. While there he met the love of his life and on Dec 19, 1968 married Margaret Ann Peebles in the Manti Temple. Together they saw the world, traveling to 6 of the 7 continents and seeing the 7th from a cruise ship.

He had a passion for knowledge and was an avid reader, genealogist, square dancer, and scriptorian.

He leaves behind his wife and eight of his nine children. Sons, C. Alan (Tamara), David (Jennifer), Steven (Racheal), Matthew (Michelle), Nathan (Catherine), Kenneth [dec] (Katrina), Lance (Tiffany) and daughters, Barbara (Rulon) Rasmussen Jessop and Jolene (Clint) Bissell. Also 36 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and son Kenny.

A viewing will be held August 28 from 9:00 -10:30 am at Rasmussen Mortuary in Mount Pleasant with a graveside service to follow at Mount Pleasant City Cemetery at 11:00 am.

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PIONEER OBITUARIES

 

 

Loyce Elaine Schuhmann, Shauna Lue Johnson, Peggy Poulson , Thompson

 

Loyce Elaine Schuhmann, age 79, Mt. Pleasant, Ut, peacefully returned to her Father in Heaven on June 30, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. Loyce was born June 23, 1942, in San Diego, CA. She graduated from La Mesa High School in 1959. She then moved to Houston, TX where she met the love of her life, Jon Schuhmann. Loyce and Jon were married on July 3, 1960, in Houston, TX. Shortly after getting married, Loyce and Jon started their family. On July 4, 1961, a son, Chris joined the family. Soon a little girl, Terry April 25, 1963, came along. After living in Texas for a number of years, the family moved to southern California. There they added another little girl Kelly January 24, 1968, and then another baby boy, Michael November 27, 1970. While living in California, Loyce enjoyed her work as the District Office Manager of Lucky’s Grocery Stores.
After joining the church in September 1977, they were sealed as a forever family in the Los Angeles Temple on December 1, 1978.

After almost 20 years in California, Loyce and Jon and Jon decided to retire from their busy jobs and move to Utah. They finally landed in Mt. Pleasant, Utah where they have happily lived for 35 years. After moving to Utah, Loye and Jon had numerous businesses, but Loyce’s favorite was Jecs Office Supply and Craft Coop. Loyce loved being a businesswoman.

After joining the church, Loyce had many callings. She served in the Primary and Young Women's. She was the ward chorister and sang in the ward and community choirs. One of her favorite callings was the Advancement Leader in Scouting. She had that calling for 8 years and at that time she helped 17 young men earn the Eagle Scout award that she was so proud of.
Those boys were incredibly grateful to her and her dedication in helping them. Loyce was also a very devoted Temple worker and served in the Manti Temple cafeteria for 8 years. Loyce was also called to do Indexing (Genealogy) at the Gunnison Prison. Loyce and Jon were also called to go to the prison and do Family Home Evenings there on Monday nights. They enjoyed serving together for 5 years at the prison.

Loyce absolutely engulfed herself in doing the genealogy work for her family. She spent many days and nights working on it at home and the Family History Center. Loyce was an avid journal writer. Loyce loved to serve her Heavenly Father in any way that she could. She was continually serving those around her.

In her early years, Loyce loved to do oil painting. She loved quilting with her mother-in-law when she would come to visit for 6 months during the summer for many years. Loyce enjoyed having a big family garden. She enjoyed canning and sharing the harvest that their hard work produced.

Loyce loved to go to the many yard sales on Saturday morning with her good friend Genial.
Loyce’s greatest joy in this life was her family. Whether they were gathered together at Palisades, or Sunday dinners, birthdays, BBQs, card games, board games, or kickball in the front yard, it was being together as a family that she loved most. Besides her family, Loyce’s fur babies were loved just as much as her family. Loyce loved to sit out on the front porch at night with her sweetheart and enjoy the peacefulness of the town.
Loyce is survived by her eternal companion of 61 years Jon and their children Chris(Angela) Terry (Brett Bradley), Kelly (Dan Hermansen-deceased) and Michael (Deon), her sister, Dee Engelhard, 18 Grandchildren and 23 Great along with many nieces, nephew, and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her Grandmother Nora Bryan, Monroe and Alma Schuhmann Evelyn and Ted Newman, sister, Sammie Domich, Aunt Freida Newman, and Dan Hermansen, her son-in-law.

In lieu of flowers please a donation would be appreciated to the Schuhmann Family Trust for Jon at Utah Heritage Credit Union.

Funeral services will be held Friday, July 9, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant 5th Ward Chapel (Red Brick Church). Viewings will be held Thursday, July 8, 2021, from 6-8 p.m and Friday 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services all at the church. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery under the care of Rasmussen Mortuary.

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Shauna Lue Johnson


4/30/1948 ~ 6/24/2021


Shauna Lue Larsen Johnson, age 73, Mt. Pleasant peacefully returned to her Father in Heaven on June 24th, 2021at her home surrounded by her family.
Shauna was born in Mt. Pleasant, to Charles LaDon Larsen and Phyllis LaRue Allred Larsen, Chester. Shauna married Boyd Loftin Johnson on December 9, 1966, in Chester, Ut. They enjoyed 54 yrs together and raised six children.
Shauna enjoyed the simple things in life. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to hang out with her grandkids always joking, teasing, and arm-wrestling with them. She was always the life of the party.

 Shauna enjoyed sewing and making things with plastic canvas. She loved doing word searches and reading books. She loved collecting rabbits and frogs. She was always rearranging her bookshelves and nick-nacks. She will forever be loved and missed by her family.
Shauna is survived by her husband Boyd- brother Karl Larsen-Nephi, five children. Rydell (Jeanie) Johnson-Spanish Fork, Jared (Jennifer) Johnson-Las Vegas, Cindy (Terry) Gleason-Coalville, Stephanie (Troy) Spring City, Brandon (Jenny) Johnson, Spring City, 21 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Shauna is preceded in death by her daughter Wendy, her parents, twin sister Donna, sister Paulette, and brother Russell.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant 4th Ward Chapel. Viewings will be held Monday, July 5, 2021, from 6-8 p.m at Rasmussen Mortuary and Tuesday 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services at the chapel. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com




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Peggy Ann Poulson Thompson


5/26/1948 ~ 6/27/2021
“Together Again”

Peggy Ann Poulson Thompson returned to her Heavenly Father on June 27, 2021. Peggy was born on May 26, 1948, to Ralph and Afton Poulson. She only weighed a meager two pounds, and at the time was kept in the oven and fed with a dropper. She was a fighter from day one and continued to be her entire life. She married the love of her life, Jim Thompson, on July 7, 1967, a couple months after he returned from Vietnam. Peggy was a great wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed being around people and she had many friends. She loved her family with all her heart. She was always having us all over for family get-togethers, and we all enjoyed them so much. She will be greatly missed. Peggy will always be remembered for her kind and humble heart.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Thompson, son Clay Thompson, grandson, Kaden Scott Collard; Brother Alan Johansen.

She is survived by her daughters, Lisa (Scott) Collard, Valorie (Darin) Eliason; son, Trent (Cari) Thompson; daughter-in-law, Rayleen Thompson; brothers, Steve (Marilyn) Poulson, Ted Poulson; 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Old Rock Church in Spring City, Utah (164 S Main Street, Spring City). A viewing will be held on Tuesday, July 6th from 6:00 -8:00 p.m at Rasmussen Mortuary in Mt. Pleasant (96 N 100 W, Mount Pleasant) and from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning prior to services at the Rock Church in Spring City. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com

Sherey Leann Gabbitas~~~ A Dear Friend

 

Sherey Leann Gabbitas went out with a bang on July, 4 2021 in her home in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Let freedom ring!

Sherey was born September 27, 1936, in Emery, Utah, and was the only daughter of Andrew and Leta Christiansen. She was raised in Provo, Utah, and married her sweetheart Gary Kenneth Gabbitas on February 10, 1956. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on March 10, 1974. They were married for 64 wonderful years.
Sherey and Gary raised their three children Val, Lonnie, and Kristy in North Ogden, Utah. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, always taking care that all was well at home. She was a fantastic cook and homemaker.
Sherey had a firecracker and spunky personality. She was full of life and love for others. She was a talented crafter and enjoyed tole painting, sewing, quilting, embroidery, and more. She was an avid reader and loved books. She was a socialite and could often be found going to lunch with her friends, golfing, and bowling in a league with her husband.
As a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in many callings. She especially enjoyed teaching children in primary. Later she was a superb Relief Society teacher.
Sherey was preceded in death by her parents Andrew and Leta Christiansen and her brother, Kelton Christiansen.
She is survived by her loving husband, Gary Gabbitas, brothers Clark (Diane) Chrstiansen, Drew (Ruth) Christiansen, her sons and daughter Val (Malia) Gabbitas, Lonnie (Roxane) Gabbitas, and Kristy (Doug) Green, her grandchildren, Audrey (Matthew) Stokes, Annie (Cameron) Drommond, Garrett (Tami) Gabbitas, Jake (Lisa) Gabbitas, Chase Gabbitas, Kaydee (José) Romero Jason (KaeAnn) Gabbitas, Rochell (Tyson) Barrett, Tabatha (Llvarrious) Gabbitas, Timothy Gabbitas, Amanda (Josh) Orton, Annalyn (Buck) Barney, Hannah (Jordan) Ruth Pond, and 27 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, July 8, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery (800 S 100 E) Online condolence at rasmussenmortuary.com

Stephen Brent Monsen

 

 

Obituary for Stephen Brent Monsen

Stephen Brent Monsen
1936-2021

Stephen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away June 8, 2021. He was surrounded by family members as they cried, laughed, and shared memories of his life and love.

Stephen was born May 29, 1936, in Spring City, Utah to Sheldon Monsen and Inez Justesen Monsen. His aunt always told the story of Stephen being born in the family home while she held the light. He spent his childhood in Mt Pleasant Utah, playing sports, riding horses, herding sheep, and of course being with friends and family. It was in grade school that Stephen started teasing a girl sitting in front of him, Lois Phillips, they later married in 1956 in the Manti Temple and the teasing continued throughout their marriage. Stephen and Lois added two sons to their family in 1957 and 1958 and a daughter in 1960. True to tradition, the 2 sons continue Stephens's love of teasing. Stephen was not afraid of hard work and always expected perfection. Stephen graduated from Snow College in 1955 and from Brigham Young University in 1960; the day his daughter was born. He worked for the Fish Game in Ephraim, Utah and continued his career as a botanist for the US Forest Service in Boise, Idaho and Provo, Utah. He was an expert in his field and published numerous papers and books on rangeland ecology. He had a love for the outdoors, gardening, raising animals, hunting, and spending time at his cabin in Fairview, Utah. His greatest love was his family. He loved supporting them in all of their activities and giving everyone in the family encouragement and guidance in their lives. An additional love of Stephen’s was food--especially sweets. A couple of the family’s favorite memories are of Grandpa Steve starting up his tractor, putting the grandkids (or great-grandkids) in the bucket, and driving the backroads in Mapleton to get a candy bar and a soda pop. When they returned from the tractor ride he would tell the kids scary stories and spend hours playing catch. Stephen was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions throughout his life. He was always serving others and made sure to teach his children the importance of charity; this Christ-like example is something the family hopes to carry on.

He is survived by his wife Lois Phillips Monsen, children; Craig and (Shelly) Monsen, Tod and (Robi) Monsen, and Stephanie and (Jon) Anderson, 18 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sheldon and Inez Monsen, brothers; Sheldon Jay Monsen and John Phillip Monsen, and grandchildren; Amy Rebecca Monsen and Jesse Stephen Monsen.

Funeral and viewing Service will be held at the Mapleton 23rd ward building house (1050 N 300 W) Friday, June 18th at 10:30 AM. A viewing will precede the services Thursday, June 17th at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Friday, June 18th from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Stephen will be buried in the Mt. Pleasant, Utah cemetery. Funeral services provided by Premier Funeral Services. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.premierfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please donate to your favorite charity.

Gordon Richard (Dick) Staker

 

 1938 – 2021

Gordon Richard (Dick) Staker passed away at home in Cedar City, Utah May 18, 2021, at the age of 82. Gordon was born September 12, 1938, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah to Gordon LaVell Staker and Glenda Celestia Rigby. He and his sister Glendona (Charles) Hermansen were the pre-WWII children and his brothers Robert W. (Sheila) Staker, Charles R. Staker, and J. Edward (Sara) Staker were post-war children. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Charles Staker, a grandson, Ryan Vincent Staker, and a nephew, Marc Hermansen.

Gordon and his wife, Beverly Graham, were married in the Manti, Utah temple, September 13, 1957. They recently celebrated their 63rd Wedding Anniversary. They are the parents of five children: Laura Ann (Alan) Bluemel of West Valley City, Utah; Debra (Dean) Brown of Antioch, California; Richard Todd Staker, of Meridian, Idaho; Vicki Lynn (Joseph) Bradley of Taylorville, Utah; and Eric Howard (Kristy) Staker of Harrisville, Utah.

Gordon had a deep love and respect for each member of his family and desired that each visit with grandchildren resulted in fond memories that could be recalled throughout life. He also developed an appreciation of his ancestry, gathering family history records and doing work for them in the temple.

His life was busy with little time wasted. His extra activities included: North Sanpete Jr. High student body president, North Sanpete Seminary president, and Snow College student body president. Gordon was a talented musician, playing the trumpet throughout high school and college. He played in three dance bands in the 1950s as well as more solemn occasions such as military funerals and Memorial Day services.

As a young man, he grew up with a love of the outdoors hunting and fishing and sought his life’s work in an occupation that would keep him close to nature. Gordon graduated from Snow College and Utah State University in the field of Natural Resource Management. He was also a graduate of both Snow College and Utah State University LDS Institutes of Religion and the University Of Montana School Of Administrative Leadership.

Gordon retired from the Bureau of Land Management in 1995 following 37 years of Federal Employment. Early in his career with the BLM, he served as the area manager of the Cedar City and Escalante Resource Areas. In 1974 Gordon was selected to participate in the Department of Interior Managerial Training Program in Washington D.C. and worked in the Legislation and Registration office in Washington D.C. He later served as district manager of the Baker, Oregon, and Cedar City, Utah Districts, and as the Chief of Resources in the Oregon-Washington State Office. He received the Department of Interior Meritorious Award in 1988.

The eldest son of a military man, Gordon grew up taking much responsibility for his parent’s family while his father was serving his country during World War II and the Korean War.

Following a Staker family tradition, Gordon was seventeen when he enlisted in the Utah National Guard where he served for eight years. During the Cuban Missile Crisis Gordon’s unit was activated through 1961-62 as an attachment to the U.S. Army.

Gordon was always found serving Heavenly Father whom he loved. He served as a bishop in Cedar City, Utah, Escalante, Utah, and Baker, Oregon, as Branch President in Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, and on the High Council of the Annandale, Virginia Stake, the Beaverton, Oregon, Stake, and the Cedar City, Utah Stake.

After retirement, he and his wife, Beverly, served five missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Russia Moscow Mission, the Hawaii Honolulu Mission, the New York Rochester Mission at the Hill Cumorah Historic Sites, the Ohio Cleveland Mission at the Kirtland Historic Sites, and the California Fresno Mission.

Gordon and his wife, Beverly, served for over five years as Temple Ordinance workers in St. George Temple.

Gordon was a fearless warrior for 23 years battling Parkinson's Disease.

The family expresses gratitude to Suntree Hospice, Ethan Bunker, and Adri for their tender care of their husband and father.

Funeral services were held at the Red Church, 50 State St., Mt. Pleasant, Utah Saturday, May 22, 2021, at 12:30 pm under the direction of Rasmussen Mortuary  Interment at the Fairview City Cemetery with military rights. Online condolences may be sent at www.rasmussenmortuary.com/obituaries/. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Utah Food Bank.

LINDA MADSEN COWART

 

Linda Madsen Cowart, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in her sleep on April 28, 2021. Her battle with heart issues in the last few years showed her courage in facing challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Linda remained resolute until the end.

Linda was born on April 17, 1942, in Mt. Pleasant, UT, to Royal Andrew Madsen and Zella Mower Madsen — their youngest daughter. She was raised in Mt. Pleasant, attended BYU for a while, and eventually settled down in West Valley City, UT.

Linda had a long and successful career in the mortgage business. She was a trailblazer in the industry for women, sitting on the local and national board of APMW, the Association of Professional Mortgage Women.

Linda loved the Utah Jazz, had season tickets for many years, and rarely missed a televised game. She also was an avid reader. In every city she lived in, the first thing Linda did was get her library card.

Linda loved to travel, adventuring across the United States and Europe with family. One of her sayings was, "Might as well do it because you never know when you'll be back."

Friends and family will always remember this in future travels and endeavors. Live your life with abandon and be grateful for every single day you have.

Linda is survived by her daughter Shelley C. Preece, son Kevin E. Cowart, grandson Cole L. Preece, her sister Marilyn M. Johnson, many nieces, nephews and extended family. She was preceded in death by her father Royal, mother Zella, and sister Charlotte Madsen Koski.

Graveside services were held on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at 12 pm in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery followed by a 1pm Lunch at The Red Church, 49 S. State St, Mt. Pleasant, UT.  

Rest in Peace Linda Madsen Cowart. Your memory will be greatly cherished.

Jack Sundwall McAllister

 

 

John (Jack) Sundwall McAllister

11/8/1938 ~ 2/11/2021

  Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, John (Jack) Sundwall McAllister, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021, in Provo, Utah, at the age of 82. Jack was born Nov. 8, 1938, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to John Savage McAllister and Nellie Brady Sundwall.

     Jack attended Wasatch Academy, graduated from BYU with a BA degree, and received a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Utah Law School.  He often claimed his best decision in life was to marry his high school sweetheart and eternal companion Joan Laree Stevens on June 23, 1962 in the Manti Temple. Together they have enjoyed 58 wonderful years of marriage and five children. His greatest pleasure came from his family whom he loved with all his heart.  He enjoyed reading and collecting books, spending time at his family cabin, and making sure everyone else was taken care of.

     Described as the ultimate gentleman, Jack created friends and associates from all walks of life.  He was known as a man of integrity, very trusted in relationships, doing business all his life with a handshake, and was extremely generous. Jack was a good and honorable man who knew the importance of family and friends.  He saw the best in everyone he knew regardless of their background.

     Jack was devoted to his family, church, sheep ranch and community. He commuted to Salt Lake City weekly for over 30 years so his children could be raised in his beloved Sanpete. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in his callings. As a young missionary he served in the Uruguay Montevideo Mission. He also served as a teacher, in multiple stake high councils, as high priest group leader, ward mission leader, bishopric counselor, and as bishop of the Ephraim YSA 9th Ward where he was loved by the members.

     Jack has managed the Fairview Land and Livestock Sheep Ranch for the past 39 years. He recently presided over the 150-year celebration of its organization as the Fairview Co-op.  He felt strongly of his stewardship and used the ranch to connect his children and grandchildren to his parents and grandparents.  He appreciated the sheep industry and camaraderie amongst other woolgrowers in the area.

     His professional career started with the law firm of Barker and Rydberg. He served as Sanpete County Attorney for four years. For over 30 years he worked as an Assistant Attorney General of the State of Utah. He was legal counsel for Snow College, among other colleges in the state. Jack was instrumental in building a state school in the Four Corners region for the Navajo Nation. He worked with the State Trust Lands and was recognized with the “Friends of Children“ award from the State PTA for his efforts. 

     He served on the Board of Trustees for Sanpete Valley Hospital for 37 years and served two terms on the Board of Trustees at Wasatch Academy. Jack worked on the Manti La-Sal National forest resource advisory committee.  He also loved the Fairview Museum and served in various positions for 30 years.

      Jack was a big advocate of Scouting, earning his Eagle Scout award, completing Wood Badge, and serving as a Wood Badge counselor.  He was a recipient of the Second Miler Award and the Silver Beaver Award. He devoted resources and time in helping and developing boys to become good men.

      Jack loved music. He played the trumpet in high school and college marching bands. He loved to sing, and performed for many years in ward and stake choirs and in the Mt Pleasant Community Easter Offering.

      Jack is survived by his wife Joan, and children: Steve McAllister, Lori (Troy) Birch, Richard (Jenny) McAllister, David (Emily) McAllister, Kathryn (Jason) Carrillo; 14 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Scott (Lora) McAllister, Clark (Linda) Brockbank, Wayne (Nancy) Brockbank and Anne (Brett) Woodard.  Preceded in death by his parents John and Nellie McAllister, and stepmother Helen Brockbank McAllister. 

      In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Fairview Museum or Wasatch Academy.

A viewing will be held Friday, February 19, 2021 from 6-8 pm at the Mt. Pleasant North Stake Center, 461 N. 300 W. Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Funeral services will be held at 11.00 am on Saturday February 20, 2021. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. 

Live Zoom  Link will activate just prior to services. 

Oliver Carl Smith

 

Oliver Carl Smith, 86 returned to his Heavenly Father on February 2, 2021. He was born August 26, 1934, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah to Sherman Smith and Olive Anna Ellen Truscott. 

Oliver grew up working hard spending his summers herding sheep with his Father and Brothers in the beautiful Manti-La Sal mountains above Mt. Pleasant. He has many fond memories, racing across the mountains on his beloved horse Tootsie. He developed a love for agriculture, especially livestock and horses. Oliver was a star athlete and excelled in Basketball, Football, and Tennis. He and his brother Allen were an unbeatable pair on the basketball court playing for North Sanpete High School. 

He graduated from North Sanpete High School and soon after proudly served his country in the United States Army. His commendations in the Army include Sharpshooter (Rifle), Expert (Carbine), and Good Conduct Medal. While in the Army he played on the Army’s Tennis team playing matches throughout the United States. 

After being honorably discharged from the Army he began his career as a journeyman carpenter. He became a master of his trade and started his own successful construction company in Mt. Pleasant. In addition to a construction company, he raised sheep and Quarter horses. Oliver married Louise Swensen in 1971. They divorced after 22 years of marriage. This marriage produced three wonderful sons- Justen, Carl, and John. 

 

Oliver instilled in his sons the values of hard work and service. He taught them a love of the outdoors, firearms, agriculture, camping, hunting, and sports. Many memories were made on horseback rides from Mt. Pleasant up Pleasant Creek and over the mountain into the canyons lining Miller’s flat for family camping trips. He taught his sons responsibility by teaching them how to raise livestock and horses, work construction, and haul hay. 

Oliver was a cowboy and loved western movies, especially John Wayne and country music. He was proud of the beautiful home he built himself in Mt. Pleasant and was able to raise his family there. He was an avid sports fan and loved watching NFL Football and NBA Basketball games, especially the Dallas Cowboys and Utah Jazz. Later in life, 

Oliver reunited with his high school sweetheart Nancy Staker and they were married on August 4, 1998. They spent 23 amazing years together and his sweetheart was by his side when he passed.

 Oliver and Nancy spent their years together pulling their travel trailer throughout the western United States. Oliver was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served in many capacities and callings. He was always first to volunteer for service opportunities. 

The family was everything to Oliver and he loved his wife, sons, and grandchildren dearly. Oliver is survived by his wife Nancy R. Smith, three sons- Justen (Zara) Smith, Farmington; Carl (Leslie) Smith, West Bountiful; John (Rachelle) Smith, Sandy as well as 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

 Due to COVID-19 there will only be a graveside service on February 13, 2021, at 1:00 pm at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Online condolences and live stream link at rasmussenmortuary.com

Juanita Hill Miramontes ~~~ Class of 65 North Sanpete High School

 

Juanita Hill Miramontes, 73, Mt. Pleasant, Utah completed her earthly journey and was called home to her Heavenly Father on January 22, 2021, after a courageous 8 year battle with kidney disease. She passed in the comfort of her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Mt. Pleasant, Utah on September 9, 1947, to Enoch Leander Hill and Annie (Terkelson) Hill Atwood. She was the youngest of 7 children and was always babied by her older siblings. Her younger years were spent playing paper dolls and hot wheel cars. She learned the value of hard work by helping take care of the family animals. She graduated from North Sanpete High School in 1965 and went on to graduate from Cosmetology school. She worked at the Moroni Processing plant for over 40 years. It was there that she met her sweetheart, Raul Miramontes. 

They were married on May 7, 1976, and the marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple on September 9, 1997. Together they raised their family with dedication and love. Her greatest love was her family. She always put the needs and wants of her family above her own. She loved to support her grandchildren and was often seen at their ball games. She always had a crochet hook or an embroidery needle in her hand. She made such beautiful blankets, pillowcases, and dish towels. She went through a lot but she never complained and she always kept her faith in Jesus Christ. She was loved by all and will be missed sorely by many.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Sisters: Norma (Wahlin) and Annalee (Jensen); Brothers: Jim Hill and Dave Hill; Son-in-law, Jay Danner, and Grandson Brooks Miramontes. She is survived by her husband: Raul Miramontes; Children: David (Sabrina) Hill of Myrtle Creek, OR; Gary (Mary) Hill of Blythesville, AR; Tony (Jana) Miramontes of Delta, CO; Smokey Miramontes, Ana Danner and Scarlet (Roland) Terry all of Mt. Pleasant, UT and 11 grandchildren: Andrew, Devin, Makyla, Caleb, Eli, Rhett, Bodey, Tyler Jo, Xavier, Anastasia, and Jaxon.

A limited funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at the Mt. Pleasant Utah North Stake building (500 N 300 W, Mt. Pleasant) at 11:00 AM,