Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front
Robert Pettegrew Paul
Jul 6, 2026
Our dad, Robert Pettegrew Paul, was larger than life—blessed with personal charm, charisma, positive energy, and a deep voice that commanded everyone’s full attention. He went by many titles to those who loved him: Robert, Bob, Papa Bob, Bobby-sox, Big Bob, Grandpa, Pette Paul, Major Paul, friend, and brother. But to Kip, Mark, and Heidi, he was always - Dad.
Bob...
Walter Olof Hokanson
Jul 5, 2026
Walter Olof Hokanson passed away on July 5, 2026, in Murray, Utah. He was born on July 1, 2026, in Murray, Utah to Kyle Chris Hokanson and Amber Nielsen Hokanson. He may have only been out in the world for a short amount of time, but Walter wrote his own story. He fully lived on his own terms. He was...
Craig R. Butterfield
Jul 5, 2026
Craig lost his battle with leukemia quietly passing at home. He will always be remembered as the loving father of Arius, Arianna, Jake, and Haylee. Grandfather of Wyatt, Oakley, Weston, and William. Beloved son of Carol and Robert, and brother of Shana, Chris, Ryne, and Michael.
Craig worked hard to provide for his family, retiring from MRC Global in 2019 after...
Esequiel R. Ortiz
Jul 5, 2026
Esequiel R. Ortiz, also known as "Zeke," passed away on July 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, hard work, and dedication to his family and community. Born on September 7, 1934, he lived a life defined by honor, humility, and generosity.
Zeke honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from January 16, 1953, to January 15, 1956,...
Donald "Don" Oscar Laymon
Jul 5, 2026
Donald "Don" Oscar Laymon passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, quiet kindness, and cherished memories with the family and friends he loved so dearly.
Don was born on June 24, 1939, in Santa Monica, California. In 1980, he married Barbara Johnson Laymon, and together they lovingly blended their families. Don was the proud...
Dalin Trey Gardner
Jul 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dalin Trey Gardner
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Dalin Trey Gardner, on July 3, 2026, at the age of 34.
Dalin was born on August 4, 1991, in Ogden, Utah, to his loving parents, Randale “Randy” and Diane Gardner. At an early age, Dalin had the unique ability to bring laughter, adventure, and sincere...
Beth Eldredge Merrill
Jul 3, 2026
Our inimitable, wonderful, loving mom, Beth Merrill quietly left us on July 3, 2026.
Words are woefully inadequate to describe her, each of us could fill volumes with memories of her and the singular gifts she shared.
We yearn for the day we’ll hear her laughter again and seek her advice in our joys and sorrows.
Singular Beth:
-Epic Christmas parties
-Delectable roast beef dinners
-That...
Larry Odell Murphy
Jul 2, 2026
Larry Odell Murphy, our cherished father known for his intelligent and kind personality, left us and his mortal existence, on July 2, 2026. He was born on October 17, 1938, in Collbran, Colorado, to Theodore O’Dell Murphy and Rose Marie Mestas. He came from a very simple and humble existence, and lived a life filled with a tremendous work ethic,...
Francis Edward Prentice
Jul 1, 2026
Francis Edward Prentice, our beloved and cherished father known for his kind and selfless outlook of life, passed way, on July 1, 2026. While fighting cancer for the second time in a year, and did so for his life, and for his family. He was born on October 30, 1935, Bradford Pennsylvania to Richard Prentice and Ila Smith. He came...
Leopoldo "Leo" D. Trujillo
Jul 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, Leo D. Trujillo, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in his Salt Lake City home.
Leo was born on August 26, 1941, in Peñasco, New Mexico, to Manuel Gervacio Trujillo and Rosarito “Rose” (Fresquez) Trujillo. He was the second...
Christopher Adam Noyce
Jul 1, 2026
Our beloved brother, uncle, and friend, Christopher Adam Noyce (Chris), lost his battle with Stage 4 Metastatic Prostate cancer and can now rest peacefully with his eternal family. Chris died at his home on July 1, 2026 in North Salt Lake City, Utah at age 66. Born on May 6, 1960 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Marvin LeRoy Noyce...
Jerry Thomas Young
Jul 1, 2026
Jerry Thomas Young, age 84, passed away on July 1, 2026 in Kearns, Utah. He was born on January 2, 1942 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Frank Young and Elizabeth Young (Shanholtzer). Jerry married Sharon Moon on March 29, 1961.
Jerry served in the Army, and retired from Kennecott Copper Mine. He enjoyed watching football with his brothers, yard work, BBQ's...
John Martin Montgomery II
Jun 30, 2026
John Martin Montgomery II, lovingly known as “The Mighty Rider,” passed away peacefully at home on June 30, 2026.
John was born on January 2, 1941, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to Clarence and Janie Montgomery. He spent his childhood enjoying countless adventures with his brothers, creating memories that would stay with him throughout his life. Later, he followed his older brother, Clarence...
Kenneth Lee Foster
Jun 30, 2026
“You are loved and missed.”
Kenneth Lee Foster passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Ken was born on November 25, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, to James H. Foster and Shirley Beshears Foster. He spent his early years in East St. Louis, later lived in Maryland, and eventually made Utah his home.
Ken proudly served his country in...
Teresa Cisneros
Jun 30, 2026
Terri was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, mentor, aunt, and friend who brought joy to all those who knew her. She passed away on June 30, 2026, following complications from pancreatic cancer.
She lived her life in devotion to others. She took great care in her role as a child psychiatrist, pouring herself into her patients’ well-being even as she wished...
Jack R. Ellerbe
Jun 30, 2026
Jack R. Ellerbe, age 94, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, in Payson, Utah.
Born on May 13, 1932, in Cheraw, South Carolina, Jack was the son of Edward C. Ellerbe and Janie R. Ellerbe Cole. He lived a life marked by service, hard work, and unwavering devotion to his country and his family. He proudly served in the United...
James Lew Lewis
Jun 30, 2026
In lieu of flowers, please donate to http://spot.fund/HelpJimNow
James (Jim) Lew Lewis passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 30, 2026, in Lehi, Utah. He was born on December 10, 1943, in Loma Linda, California, to Bernard and Wilma Lewis.
Jim was the middle child of three boys and shared a close bond with his brothers, Gary Lewis and Lenny Lewis,...
Ivoni Fakatou McPhie
Jun 29, 2026
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we announce the peaceful passing of Ivoni McPhie, who returned to her Heavenly Father on June 29, 2026, at the age of 81, surrounded by family who loved and cared for her deeply.
Ivoni was born on November 24, 1944, in Vaimalō - Vavaʻu, Tonga, to her mother Talahiva Katea Alatani. She was then...
Marilyn Louise Zamudio
Jun 29, 2026
Marilyn Louise Wolf Zamudio passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. She was born to Glenn and Pearl Wolf on September 12, 1933, in Melba Idaho.
She was the middle child of 5 children.
She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at age 16 and was a faithful member throughout her life.
In 1951 she graduated from Boise High and...
Carolyn Marie Kadleck
Jun 29, 2026
Carolyn Kadleck, born May 29th, 1936, passed away at 90 years old on June 29th, 2026.
