Norman Claude Whiting

Norman Claude Whiting passed away quietly and peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. He was born on February 20, 1942 to Edward Monroe Whiting and Anna Lena Nelson Whiting. His childhood was one of adventure and laughter—the stories of him with his brothers and their friends are nothing short of legendary. This carried throughout most of his life.

In 1969, he boldly purchased the Jack Frost Drive-In in Payson, Utah, and soon moved his family there. He transformed the business and became a beloved leader in both his church and community. He loved helping others succeed—even his competitors—often sharing supplies and advice to help them through hard times. He had a gift for seeing good in every situation and beauty in unlikely places. He loved the Lord and followed the Savior’s example of generosity. He always gave all he had—and often even more. His life was a legacy of love, service, and optimism - an example for us all to follow.

Dad was as funny as he was generous. A master storyteller, he could spin fables and tall tales so well that truth itself seemed dull by comparison. His laugh was infectious making every story better, and his favorite pastime was getting someone to take the bait on one of his tall tales so he could proudly “hang them on the wall” in his imaginary trophy room. To this day, we’re still not sure which stories were true and which were pure imagination—and we like it that way.

There’s one story he never told, but we will: After selling the Drive-In and returning to Juab County, he was asked to oversee concessions for the Ute Stampede. His quiet leadership and improvements increased efficiency and sales, prompting the Stake President to say, “It only took us 45 years to learn how to make a hamburger.”

He is survived by his children Ken (Vicki) Whiting, Kerry (Cecy) Whiting, Korby (Maria) Whiting, Kandus (Brian) Bell, (14) grandchildren, (18) great-grandchildren, brothers Bud (Karen Marie) Whiting, Blaine (Carol) Whiting, Raymond (Claudia) Whiting. Preceded in death by his parents Edward and Anna Lena Whiting, sisters Ruby Vonda Whiting, Selma (Ellis Collin) Green, Delores (Dewey Ross) Hanks, brothers Oris Edward (Helen Estelle) Whiting, Merle (Elizabeth Ellen) Whiting, Glen (Connie Ann) Whiting, Delose (Patricia Ann) Whiting.

The family thanks the staff and administrators at Laurel Groves and Central Valley Medical Center for the compassionate care and service provided to dad. A private memorial will be held at a later date, interment will follow at Vine Bluff Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Nephi, Utah.