Larue Larsen Sterner

LaRue Larsen Sterner was born on August 1, 1922, and passed away exactly 86 years later. She had been in declining health for the last 9 years after a fall in her home. She was born to Bryan L and Vera Steck Larsen in Manti. She worked several places in Manti and Ephraim over the years and had many friends. After her last job with Sperry Univac she attended Snow College for 2 years and received a certificate in Early Childhood Education at age 64. She married Joseph Sterner in May 1942. He passed away in September 1971. She is survived by children Josie (Maurice) Anderson, Sandy, Lana (Kelly) DeLeeuw, West Jordan, and Gary (Suzette) Sterner, Las Vegas, Nevada. Daughter-in-law Marie Anderson, husband Jeff and daughter Sara of Manti were very special to her as well. Grandchildren are Jayme, Craig, Stephanie, Chet, Greg and Allison. She has 9 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Siblings Bernadine Anderson, Lenis Sibert and Sandra (John) McCormick also survive her. Preceeded in death by parents, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, one grandson and one great grandson. At mothers request there will be graveside services on Tuesday August 5, 2008 at noon in the Manti City Cemetery, Manti, Utah. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.holbrookmortuary.com.