Cover for Don Leon Bone's Obituary

Don Leon Bone

Jul 17, 1929 — May 20, 2016

Don passed away peacefully Friday, May 20, 2016 surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his loving wife Shirley Petterson Bone, his brother Earl (Joan), his four children: Karen (Chris) Pedersen, Dave (Alyce), Marty, and Sherm (Candy).  He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; Jennifer (Joel), Kathy (Cyrus), Carrie (Colt), Wesley, Forrest, Dio, Nari, 3 great granddaughters, Lucy, Leah & Madison & 2 step great grandsons, Josh & Gage.    He is preceded in death by his beloved sister Rolene Murphy (4/18/2016) and granddaughter Connie Jo Bone.

Don graduated from West High 1948.  He excelled in all sports and continued to play tennis until age 81.  Don married his high school sweetheart, Shirley in 1949.   Don worked for Chevron Oil Refinery for 35 years starting as the janitor and worked his way up to becoming the Chief Engineering Inspector.  He retired in 1986.  Don loved music and belonged to the Phoenix Jazz Band playing his trombone.  He also loved to garden and tinker in his garage.  He was a handy man and could fix anything.  He was a good friend, neighbor and will be missed by all who knew him.  We would like to thank Silverado Care Center and Hospice for their tender care of Don and the family.

There will be a viewing Wednesday evening, May 25 from 7:00 to 9:00 at Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 S. 2300 E., SLC, Ut.   Funeral services will be held Thursday May 26 at 10:30 at the LDS Church, 2702 E. Evergreen Ave. (3435 S.), with a viewing from 9:00 to 10:00 at the Church.  Interment:  Mt. Olivet Cemetery.   In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the LDS Humanitarian Fund or a charity of your choice. Online guestbook at www.HolbrookMortuary.com

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