Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front
Myrth Anderson Winger
Jun 15, 2023
Myrth Anderson Winger was born on October 24th, 1933 to John Axel Anderson and Eugenia Augusta Ostlund in Salt Lake City Utah. She was the 3rd daughter, with Mildred and Marion her older sisters. Two years later Myrle joined the family as the 4th daughter and they all grew up in Salt Lake City.Myrth graduated from Granite High School in...
Elena Recendez Esparza
Jun 15, 2023
Elena Recendez Esparza entered God’s Paradise on June 15, 2023, in Salt Lake City at the age of 79. She was born on October 11, 1943, to Francisco Recendez and Juanita Villagrana in El Tejujan Valparaiso, Zacatecas, Mexico. She married her sweetheart, Inocencio Esparza on January 8, 1962. Elena was the most devoted mom, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, sister &...
Craig Challburg
Jun 15, 2023
With deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of our son, brother, uncle and great uncle, Craig Alan Challburg, age 63, on June 16, 2023, at Holy Cross Hospital, in Salt Lake City, Utah.Those who knew Craig will greatly miss his friendship, sense of humor and ability to break into laughter in reaction to a story, tale or joke told from...
Ping-Fu Tsao
Jun 15, 2023
On June 15, 2023, Ping-Fu Tsao, 96 years young, of Sandy, UT, passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife and children at his side.Ping-Fu appreciates the simple things in life. He enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking, spending time with nature and the company of friends and family. He is strong, independent, lived a life full of adventure and is...
Lincoln Clair Lecheminant
Jun 14, 2023
Lincoln Clair LeCheminant passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023 at the age of 99. He was born on Abraham Lincoln’s 115th birthday, February 12, 1924, in Pleasant Green (later Magna), Utah, to parents Victor and Viola LeCheminant.Lincoln was a World War II veteran, serving in various roles in the U.S. Army Air Corp (predecessor to the U.S. Air Force)....
Kenneth Lee Black
Jun 14, 2023
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, coach, dog dad, gardener, and friend, Kenneth Lee Black, age 81, returned home to his earthly and heavenly parents on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. He was born on February 28, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Woodrow W. Black and Afton May Mines. He lived more than 70 years in the...
Nancy Yoriko Takagi
Jun 14, 2023
Nancy Yoriko Takagi, age 93, passed away while surrounded by her loving family in Salt Lake City, Utah on June 14, 2023. Nancy was born on June 25, 1929 in San Jose, California to her parents Shiroku Hachisuka and Toma Uyeno Hachisuka. During World War II, Nancy and her family were relocated to Heart Mountain Japanese Internment Camp in Wyoming....
Dean Ashton Collett
Jun 13, 2023
Dean Ashton Collett passed away peacefully in his home on June 13, 2023. He was born to Amy Mae Ashton and Richard George Collett on September 30, 1928. What a glorious reunion it must have been for Dean to embrace all his loved ones who had passed on before him.Dean is survived by his sister Carol (Judy) Weidner and her...
Nayeli Alicia Ramirez Muhammad
Jun 13, 2023
Nayeli Alicia Ramirez Muhammad was born sleeping June 13, 2023 to Gorety Ramirez and Omodos Muhammed. She was in our arms for a moment but in our hearts forever. She was deeply loved and brought joy to many.Nayeli will be remembered by her parents Gorety and Omodoso; her sibling, Malik; her grandparents, and her aunts, uncles and cousins.
Mary Josephine Bird
Jun 13, 2023
Mary Jo Bird passed away on June 13, 2023 at the age of 92. She was born on August 21, 1930 to William Earl and Avis Walters in Freeport, Texas.She met Donald W. Bird and were married on January 24, 1958 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Together they had five children.Mary Jo felt one of her greatest accomplishments was the...
Ronald W Mcghie
Jun 12, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald W McGhie, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, huntsman, fisherman, golfer, avid movie watcher and contagious plane lover. Ronald left this world on June 12, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of humor and cherished memories.Ronald was born on January 23, 1950, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to...
Richard Glendon Tholen
Jun 12, 2023
Live stream of the funeral: https://www.youtube.com/@LaytonUtahKaysCreekStakeRichard Glendon Tholen, age 93, passed away on June 12, 2023 from causes incident to age.Richard was born on February 15, 1930, to Carl and Mamie Tholen at the Cottonwood Maternity Home in Murray, UT. Known as Dick throughout his life, he graduated from South High School in Salt Lake City in 1947 and explored...
Joyce Jackson Hatfield
Jun 11, 2023
Our beloved wife, mom, and nana, Joyce Jackson Hatfield of West Valley City, UT passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.Joyce was born March 5, 1938, to William and Florence Jackson. She grew up in Copperton, UT with her parents and sisters, Helen and Jean. Joyce graduated from Bingham High School in 1956.Joyce...
Thomas Ray Gibbs
Jun 11, 2023
Thomas Ray Gibbs age 61 died unexpectedly on June 11, 2023, at his home in West Jordan. He was born on April 28, 1962, in the Salt Lake City LDS Hospital to George Ray Gibbs and Evelyn Patricia Birrell.His hobbies were cars, football (Dallas Cowboys), video games, and guns. He also liked going to the shooting range.Thomas is survived by...
Harvey “Ray” Bills
Jun 10, 2023
Harvey “Ray” BillsMay 22, 1933- June 10, 2023Harvey Ray Bills passed away at home on June 10, 2023. He was born to Elton Ezra Bills and Isabelle Butterfield Bills in Herriman, Utah on May 22, 1933.Growing up in a large family of 10 children was a lot of work. Ray spent his time helping with the farm and summers on...
Kim Farr Jensen
Jun 10, 2023
Kim Farr Jensen passed away peacefully with family by his side on June 10, 2023. He was born on January 24, 1958 to Edward Roy Jensen and Leola Farr in Ogden, Utah.Kim was an avid fisherman and hunter. He had earned his 5th degree black belt and enjoyed teaching others self-defense. Kim had an amazing talent as a fly tyer....
Michael Lynn Elzinga
Jun 10, 2023
On June 10, 2023 our beloved Michael Lynn Elzinga passed away in Taylorsville, Utah at 80 years old. Michael was born on July 27, 1942 in Murray, Utah to Isaac and Cleone Elzinga.Michael met Jeanette van Dillen and were married on February 25, 1966. Together they had five children: Dirk, Pieter, Steven, Yolanda, and Monique.Michael served a three-year mission for...
Melania “Melanie” Merrill
Jun 10, 2023
Melania “Melanie” Merrill, age 69, passed away June 10, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah after a hard battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family as she left this earth and was reunited with her parents, brothers, other family, and friends. She was the most loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.Melania was born in Murray, Utah to...
Ana Julia Moran
Jun 10, 2023
On June 10, 2023 our beloved Ana Moran passed away in West Valley City, Utah. She was born on October 25, 1958 in Santa Ana, El Salvador. She married Alfredo Moran on November 12, 1989.One of Ana’s most valued accomplishments was when she became a United State Citizen on January 12, 1995. Ana Also ran a little Jewelry store out...
Shirley Hutchings Daley
Jun 10, 2023
Shirley Hutchings Daley of Sandy, passed away on June 10, 2023 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born May 25, 1930 in Mapleton, Utah to Vivian Silas and Sadie Marsh Hutchings.She grew up and attended Springville schools, leaving her senior year to marry her sweetheart, George K. Daley. Shirley and George were married September 6, 1947 in...
