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Kevin Ray Van Beuge

Kevin Ray Van Beuge

Dec 27, 2025

Our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle, Kevin Van Beuge, 60, was unexpectedly taken from his family on December 27, 2025. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Christiaan and Betty Jean Van Beuge. Kevin married Glenda Williams in 1989 and he adopted her daughter, Kendra, they had two sons, Colton and Chandler. After divorcing Glenda he...

Jacquelyn Michelle Rose Goodrich

Jacquelyn Michelle Rose Goodrich

Jan 1, 2026

"Jackie"

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, Jacquelyn Michelle Rose Goodrich, passed away peacefully at her home on January 1, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply.

Jackie was born on January 7, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Elma Louise Rose and James Roy Bell Rose. Her father passed away when she was 9, so Jackie...

Joan Marie (Gossling) DeMass

Joan Marie (Gossling) DeMass

Dec 30, 2025

Joan Marie (Gossling) DeMass, born April 12, 1957, in Portland, Oregon, to Kenneth and Ruth Gossling, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 30, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Joan shared a birthday with her mother, a connection that always felt special to her and spoke to the closeness she held with her family.

Joan later moved...

Ray Lucius Smith

Ray Lucius Smith

Jan 3, 2026

Ray Smith was born on April 6, 1935 to Archie and Bertha Smith. He was raised on the family’s 50-acre farm, where he spent his entire life rooted in the community he loved.

Ray was the youngest of eight siblings: Wilma Richins, Calvin Crane Smith, Murray William Smith, Clara Stephenson, Joseph Milton Smith and Barbara Jenks, all of whom preceded him...

Alexander Eric Powell

Alexander Eric Powell

Dec 27, 2025

It’s with heavy hearts the tragic death of Alex, (Peezy) 34 years old passed away on December 27th 2025 in South Jordan, UT.

He was born May 2nd 1991 in West Valley City, UT to Dayna Orton-Powell and Billy Powell. Despite Alex’s upbringing he overcame his struggles in life. He had a heart of gold with an infectious laugh that you...

Donell Gordon Francom

Donell Gordon Francom

Dec 31, 2025

Donell Gordon Francom passed away on December 31, 2025. He was born in Levan, Utah on July 25, 1937 to Gordon and Reva Francom. He was the oldest and last surviving of four children Duane, Ann and David.

Don attended American Fork High School where he enjoyed sports including basketball and baseball. He participated in the band playing saxophone, for which...

Nedra Lucille Oliver

Nedra Lucille Oliver

Dec 29, 2025

Nedra Lucille Oliver was born on January 26, 1947 to Dale and Nona Smith. She passed away on December 29, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Nedra married her high school sweetheart, David Samuel Oliver, on December 4, 1965. They enjoyed a wonderful life together and were married for 57 years before David’s passing in 2023. Together they enjoyed camping, gardening, walking...

Dean Allred Bailey

Dean Allred Bailey

Dec 29, 2025

Dean Allred Bailey was born on May 7, 1947, in Payson, Utah. He lived a life defined by hard work, faith, service, and deep love for his family.

Dean was sealed to the love of his life, Ann Hall Bailey, in the Manti LDS Temple on June 28, 1968. Family meant everything to him. He dearly loved his grandchildren and took...

Charles “Shannon” White

Charles “Shannon” White

Dec 28, 2025

Charles “Shannon” White, 84, of Nephi, Utah, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, in a car accident. Born September 3, 1941, in Monroe, Utah, to Eugina “Ginger” and Ivol “Whizzer” White, Shannon grew up in Monroe and graduated from South Sevier High School in 1959.

Following graduation, Shannon honorably served his country during the Vietnam War, working as a mechanic...

Wendy Gay McMillan Kearns

Wendy Gay McMillan Kearns

Dec 27, 2025

Wendy Gay Kearns passed away December 27, 2025. Wendy was born June 29, 1950 to Dale John and Helen Darlene Fischer McMillan. She joined her two brothers Dale Scott and Michael Barton. She married Rick J. Kearns. Her pride and joy soon arrived, Joshua James Kearns.

Wendy was employed as a waitress before she developed health issues.

Wendy is survived by husband...

Charlene Greenwall Aldridge

Charlene Greenwall Aldridge

Dec 26, 2025

My Dearest Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, oh how I love you all! It was time for me to go home and be with grandpa. I honestly don’t know how he’s gone so long without me! I Charlene Greenwall Aldridge was born on January 31, 1939 in Salt Lake City to my wonderful parents, Jesse Greenwall and Evelyn Rushton Greenwall...

James Owen Ault

James Owen Ault

Dec 26, 2025

Our sweet dad and grandpa, James Owen Ault, returned to be with his beloved wife Christy on Friday, December 26th, 2025 at the age of 72.

Born August 17, 1953 to Louis and Donna Ault, dad grew up in Midvale, Utah with three sisters and one brother. He spent his younger years riding motor bikes, horseback riding, hunting, working at the...

Sherman Merrill Crump

Sherman Merrill Crump

Dec 26, 2025

Sherman Merrill Crump, age 93, passed away on December 26, 2025, in Draper, Utah. He was born on August 15, 1932, in Murray, Utah, to William Grant Crump and Lola Grant Crump.

Sherman married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Ardyth Roper, on September 19, 1951, in the Salt Lake Temple. Their marriage was a lifelong partnership...

Karen Ostler Hemenway

Karen Ostler Hemenway

Dec 26, 2025

Karen Ostler Hemenway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and faithful disciple of Jesus Christ, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in South Jordan, Utah, at the age of 84, surrounded by her loving family.

Karen was born May 9, 1941, in Nephi, Utah. Her early years were spent on a farm without electricity or running water, experiences that shaped...

Rea Cooley Allsop

Rea Cooley Allsop

Dec 25, 2025

Rea Cooley Allsop, 87, of Murray, Utah, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, in Murray, Utah. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Rea’s life was defined by her unwavering love for family and faith. She was born on January 14, 1938, in Panguitch, Utah to a family whose values of kindness and devotion she carried throughout her life.

Rea...

David Brent Smith

David Brent Smith

Dec 25, 2025

David Brent Smith, a devoted husband, loving father, brother, and dear friend, unexpectedly passed away on the morning of December 25, 2025.

Born on June 20, 1979, in Grand Junction, Colorado, Davey, as he was affectionately known, dedicated his life to his faith and family. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Fresno, California....

Kristy Dawn Green

Kristy Dawn Green

Dec 24, 2025

Kristy Dawn (Gabbitas) Green passed peacefully with "bells ringing and people singing" on December 24, 2025, in her home in Copperton, Utah. Joy to the World!

Kristy was born on September 13, 1966, in Ogden, Utah; the cherished daughter of Gary and Sherey Gabbitas. She was raised in North Ogden, Utah, where her vibrant, fun-loving spirit was evident from a young...

Constance "Connie" Mae MacKinnon

Constance "Connie" Mae MacKinnon

Dec 17, 2025

Constance Mae “Connie” MacKinnon, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

Connie was born on March 7, 1942 and was raised in Houlton, Maine. Connie carried a love for her hometown throughout her life. She enjoyed returning to Maine in the summer to a cherished lakeside cabin near Houlton, built by her father — a...

Ruth Ellen Kendall

Ruth Ellen Kendall

Dec 14, 2025

Ruth Ellen Kendall, 68, passed peacefully from this life on December 14, 2025 surrounded by family and friends who love her dearly. The reunion in heaven with her parents and brother was probably sweet and tender in many ways.

Ruth was born on September 16, 1957 to Marjorie LaRae (Worthington) and James Clair Kendall of Nephi, Utah. She grew up in...

Toni Marie Mlaker

Toni Marie Mlaker

Dec 13, 2025

Toni Marie Mlaker, age 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her group home on December 13, 2025.

Toni was born on February 14, 1958 in Murray, Utah to Edward Mlaker and Annie Shirley Jackson. Although Toni was born with down syndrome, it didn’t hold her back and she enjoyed a rich and fulfilling life. Her family and friends adored...

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